'American Idol' winner Fantasia Barrino told BV Buzz exclusively in our March 19 interview that she would star in a reality show that would show her working towards getting her high school equivalency.
(See: 'Finally Free: Fantasia Opens Up About Faith, Family, Finances & 'The Color Purple')
It has now been announced that the season three 'Idol' champion's return to reality television will make its debut on VH1 in early 2010.
The show has yet to be named and the number of episodes ordered by the network has not been announced.
Regardless, Jeff Olde, executive vice president of original programming at VH1 believes Fantasia's story is "fascinating" and stated tha
t VH1 is "happy to have her."
"Her challenges from fame and her unwillingness to fail have combined to create a larger-than-life talent who appeals to music lovers around the world. So many people wanted to work with her on this, but Fantasia is now part of the VH1 family," said Olde.
The High Point, North Carolina native will resume her role as Celie in the stage adaptation of 'The Color Purple' beginning on June 30 at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.
For past stories on Fantasia, read ' Fantasia's Follow-up: 'American Idol' Winner Will Return To 'The Color Purple'
& 'Finally Free: Fantasia Opens Up About Faith, Family, Finances & 'The Color Purple.'
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl "Mel B" poses for a photo wearing a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness, after a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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In this undated image released by Oxfam Tuesday Sept. 23, 2008, British singer Mel B participates in the 'In My Name' global campaign calling for action against poverty and demanding world leaders keep their promises on millennium development goals. (AP Photo/Oxfam, HO) ** NO SALES **
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In this photo provided by Kraft Foods, Spice Girl Mel B, left, serves as the emcee at a fashion show and launch of "Pose for the Cure" web site to help Kraft Foods raise money for the 'Susan G. Komen for the Cure' fight against breast cancer in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008. Mel B wears a T-shirt she designed based on the classic pink ribbon used for breast cancer awareness. The shirt is for sale on the web site and the net proceeds will benefit the foundation. The woman at right is unidentified. (AP Photo/Kraft Foods, Ray Stubblebine) **NO SALES**
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Ultimo Scottish designer lingerie brand founder Michelle Mone (L) and pop singer Melanie Brown pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard (R) pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown and singer Aubrey O'Day (R) poses backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Pop singer Melanie Brown, Olympic-level swimmer and model Amanda Beard, singer Aubrey O'Day and TV personality and designer Khloe Kardashian pose backstage at the Mel B With Ultimo Spring 2009 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at the Metropolitan Pavilion on September 9, 2008 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images )
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By: Fish on 4/17/2009 8:20PM
Can you say LOOSER!
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By: Denise on 4/17/2009 10:10PM
Fantasia, after your last show on Idol, you really need to take a good look at yourself....
You were sooo bad its not funny!!
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By: Denise on 4/17/2009 10:13PM
Well, seems my last comment was not posted.....
Fantasia, after your last show on Idol you really need to take a reality check.
You were so bad, I can't even describe it.....
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By: Jeanette on 4/17/2009 11:24PM
I applaud Fantasia for working for her GED. No matter what degree or diploma one is working for, it is important to remember that education is a lifelong effort that never stops. Congrats to you, Fantasia and I wish you all the very best!
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By: Dean on 4/17/2009 11:28PM
Reality tv is anything but.It is scripted just like all tv is.
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By: Peggy on 4/17/2009 11:37PM
A drop out that had a child by who knows who, when she was a child, is an American Idol? Another role model for our children that doesn't deserve any acknowledgment. Her ignorance in speech and writing shows the level of being uneducated and can't believe she could actually have a reality show - think the American public needs some reality!
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By: Renee on 4/20/2009 7:31PM
I feel sorry for you and all of the NEGATIVE comments.
That's the problem w/women now alway's hatting on a positive black sister doing her thing for GOD, her DAUGHTER,FAMILY,& HER SELF.you all should be a shame. get a life and grow up. you go sister do you and pray for all the HATTER'S!!!!! Because life is to short to worry about UNHAPPY people. who wish they had your LIFE. so keep your head up and keep GOD first and you will alway's be BLESSED!!!!!!!
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By: michele on 4/17/2009 11:35PM
It was bad enough having to listen to your illiterate self on idol. Now that you have been irresponsible you get your own show. Octomom is irresponsible and gets a new house and car. What about us people who have paid into the system get? I got hurt at work, dont make enough money to pay mortgage. I have responsibly paid for 20 years. I'm single white educated and don't have kids I know I can't afford. I've have 4 screws and 2 plates in my back, staples in my knee from two reconstructions and 2 major rotator cuff surgeries and I get denied disability twice. Seems to me the only way to get help in this country is to be irresponsible. Please don't put this uneducated skank back on t.v.
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By: Tee on 4/18/2009 12:02AM
Seems your all messed up? I feel sorry for you!
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By: tina on 4/18/2009 12:25AM
Why do you blame her for whats goin on in your life. Fantasia u are a beautiful person so forget what these haters are saying about you..Keep your head up girl and I love you..Wishing you all the success in life and may God continue bless you and your family
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