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Mickiej
Member
07-26-2004
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:10 pm
OH SHOOT!!! Being on the west coast, I just don't know if I can really watch it knowing Piers takes it in the end. <66>
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Kookliebird
Member
08-04-2005
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:12 pm
Uh, yeah... what Costa said...
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Hooters
Member
08-26-2006
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:16 pm
I think Trace brought a lot of attention to his charity, which will totally benefit them in the long run. I'd never heard of it before this show. Trace did an awesome job of promoting it and the support will undoubtbly come because of the show. Great job.
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Carlpsmom
Member
01-03-2004
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:18 pm
Glad I didn't watch. I was fairly sure it would be Piers, so didn't bother.
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Hukdonreality
Member
09-29-2003
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:21 pm
I just don't know if I can really watch it knowing Piers takes it in the end Mickiej, that sounds soooo bad! 
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Alittlebirdie
Member
09-08-2006
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:25 pm
Never heard of Trace before this show, nor Piers for that matter. Preferred Trace from a classy standpoint, but knew when he got Fergie on his side, Piers would win. Doesn't matter, really, it's all for charity.
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Aurora
Member
11-24-2006
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:26 pm
The Donald said he was donating $250,000 to be split between the two charities.
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Alittlebirdie
Member
09-08-2006
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:26 pm
Interesting first names as well. 
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Jbw
Member
08-14-2006
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:38 pm
Wow.. you think the NBC contract had anything to do with it? No, I think it was because Piers raised more money throughout the whole season than all the rest of the contestants combined. Donald Trump picked the right winner. Trace maybe the person you'd rather "grab a beer with" but if I was running a charity event, Piers is the guy I'd want on my side. He busted his rear using all his contacts to raise money for a great cause. Trace and the rest of the celebrities should all be embarrassed that a guy that doesn't even live in the USA was able to run rings around them in getting people to give to charity. I'm surprised that a so-called top country star like Trace Adkins didn't get any current top country talent to help him out. Yes, it was short notice, so some couldn't attend but why weren't representatives of top stars like Kenny Chesney, Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill on the phone to make bids on the auction items? Why didn't he use his contacts in the country music business (like his record company) to put the arm on the big money people in Nashville to help him out. Use the "we can't let a foreigner beat us raising money in our own country" angle to help his daughter's cause. Piers was smart to use the "British pride" angle on his contacts to help his charity. IMO, Trace is TOO nice. Piers wasn't ashamed to do anything for his charity. Remember the ridiculous knight's suit he wore to raise money? That's the guy I'd want to help raise money for a good cause. Trace complaining about having to walk a whole block to the nearest drug store to pick up some black nail polish was pretty weak. Also, he leased a jet to get those has-been country stars to New York and all he raised was $76,000? Those "friends" should be ashamed for that low amount. So congratulations to Piers Morgan, the most deserving winner of Celebrity Apprentice. You did great work for the beneficiaries of the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund.
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:43 pm
I told dh halfway through the show that in all fairness, <66>Piers was the accomplished contender who came through on the bottom line of money almost every time, and should probably win, even though Trace was the gentleman/sweetheart whom everyone loved and wanted to win (including me.) Unfortunately I was right. Trace bless his heart didn't seem in the least surprised or upset by his loss. I agree, he's done his charity a wonderful service with his dedication and publicity. That whole thing with the Backstreet Boys was so stupid though. Trace had 2 other team members why did he have to deal with the boys nonsense most of the time on his own? Plus there was NO WAY those kids would have not done the show, if not for charity, then ESPECIALLY for the priceless publicity of being on the finale of the Apprentice. Who are we kidding here? THe bad publicity and the fallout would have been unimaginable to the band, if they walked off in a huff, so why did poor misguided Trace waste so much time catering to them? It made me nutsy. At most he should have assigned one of his team members to take that part of the task on, and instead found something more productive and constructive to do with his own time for the event. Oh well. I guess he forgot to call and ask me for advice. LOL. Wonderful show, and I was glad to see Gene Simmons even if he was a <66> in this show. (I love him on Family Jewels.)
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Jasper
Moderator
09-14-2000
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 8:55 pm
The $250K from Donald goes to Piers charity only. And lets not forget the Brit was raising money for an American charity. So it was a win win. I didn't like how Donald kept calling Piers vicious. He was on a mission and accomplished his goal. No he wasn't a particularly likeable guy but he did go all out to complete the tasks and get the best possible outcome not only for his tasks but whatever project leader he was working with. jmo but his characterizations of how Stephen and Omarosa acted on the show seemed pretty spot on.
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Curlyq
Member
07-10-2002
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 9:07 pm
I was mostly disappointed that Piers was even in the final two after everyone including Trump's consultants advised against keeping him, and Trump himself admitted he only kept him for the circus it would create. Carol Alt was the real loser here, because she might've won the whole thing had she not been bumped for such a stupid reason. Maybe she should've picked a fight with Trace so she could've made it to the finals. Piers did choose a good charity, and he chose wisely since he knew it would take the edge off the evil Brit image. A charity for British soldiers would've made more sense, but I think he was mindful of the American viewers. I did think it was funny when Trump asked the charity's rep if he thought Piers was a great guy, and the answer was something like "Well, I don't know him that well but he got the job done." Trace made a good point about how they were there to raise money for the charity, but needed to do it in a way that wouldn't bring dishonor to that charity. When you need to raise money in the future you might not necessarily want your charity associated with the kind of shadiness that went on with Piers (particularly the Vinnie Pastore business and trying to get people drunk). Still, they both had good charities and Trump had to pick someone. He could've picked both, since he tried that once before when he wanted to name two apprentices. But then it would've made any future seasons seem pointless, as everyone would always expect two winners. I just hope if this does come back that they'll make it a contest where someone can't win just by having the richest friends to begin with.
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Msbullwnkl
Member
08-16-2005
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 10:21 pm
I have a random question that I was wondering about while watching the finale. Why was Piers playing for the Intrepid Fallen Heroes fund? He is from England, so why wasn't the money going to fund for their injured soldiers? NOT THAT I MIND OUR SOLDIERS BENEFITING! (let me clarify that now...) 
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Mummy35332
Member
09-09-2005
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 10:59 pm
I think we can still help Trace win for his charity. We can each send whatever we can afford to FAAN. Write Trace Adkins on the memo line of your check or mention his name if you call. Just $10 (think bigger if your wallet is larger) from everyone we know passed over and over would out do what Piers did. This is a really good charity and the only reason my son is still alive. They taught me what I needed to know before most people had even heard of life threatening allerigies. Pass this around to all of your family and friends. Let the big wigs know that the little guy can make a difference too. How to contact The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network Via E-mail faan@foodallergy.org Via Mail 11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160 Fairfax, VA 22033-3309 Via Phone 800-929-4040 Via Fax 703-691-2713
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Bonzacat
Member
07-08-2003
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 11:11 pm
You can help Trace's charity by downloading his single at iTunes:
LINK 
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 11:13 pm
Oh thanks! I will contact them tomorrow. I doubt that a small charity like FAAN gets federal funding or big grants, so they can use any donations. Just finished watching and I think one of the finest moments was when Ivanka bid on lunch with Trace. She has class and empathy. Sad that the Superbowl item appeared to be first up, before bidders could warm up, though I have no doubt that Piers had let his buddies know which items were his. Too bad Trace didn't think of setting up some packages with big country stars and The Grand Ole Opry and such. Country stars are incredibly generous with their time and I'm sure people like Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Dixie Chicks, etc etc would have participated in that way. However that wouldn't have brought in the big bidders in NYC. Trace was so funny talking about the BSB.. he could have a career as a host for all sorts of TV, I think. I think Piers chose a charity that would help him most, but of course it is also a wonderful organization as far as I know.
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Jennywa
Member
07-17-2003
| Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 11:19 pm
My question is why there is a charity for wounded soldiers? Shouldn't the military take care of their own?
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Jadajean
Member
03-23-2008
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 12:59 am
I so agree Jennywa. What is W doing.
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 1:33 am
You can use a credit card too.. here is the website
http://www.foodallergy.org/
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Holly
Member
06-19-2005
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 5:37 am
Very nice post, Jbw, at 8:38pm. I thought Piers just got the job done better than anyone else and he raised a TON of money doing it too. I was disappointed in who Trace flew in too. Where were the BIG country stars anyway? I hope against hope that this is the end of Omarosa. I think she simply made a fool of herself last night with those very stupid comments about dental floss and teeth cleaning. Even Trump blew her off. Perhaps now he'll see she has absolutely nothing to offer--she's not a "good villain" (Piers was!)--she's simply obnoxious and comes across as a frantic wannabe.
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Lilfair
Member
07-09-2003
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:08 am
I dislike Omarosa so much that I was OK with Piers winning just so that Omarosa's enemy could flaunt it in her face....shallow, yes. When the show ended I noticed everyone mingling together except O was aimlessly all by herself. I think Piers said his brother fought in Iraq side by side with the American troops.
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Bombaycat
Member
07-21-2007
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:21 am
I think Trace is more than a "so-called top country star". Although I am not a fan country music I have family and friends who are fans and say he is a star. Having said that I think this was set up for a Piers win. We didn't see Piers face any challenges like the garbage Trace had to deal with concerning the BSB. Agree with Don Jr. Piers had a roladex full of wealthy contacts. Naturally he would raise more money. Lastly, how could you not want a charity who supports our vets to win. This was a done deal before it even started. Having said that, congratulations to Piers and his well deserving charity. I felt sorry for Trace because he was very passionate about his charity and didn't win more money for it. I hope his being on CA makes more people aware of the problem and the donations flow in.
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Nikoma
Member
07-04-2006
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:26 am
Does everyone realize Trace wasn't fired. Mr. Trump never said Trace you are fired. He just said Piers you are the Celebrity Apprentice. Congratulations to both. Both Charities won!!!!
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Rissa
Member
03-20-2006
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:27 am
While watching I kept thinking/hoping that Trace's words would reach some of *those* parents who throw fits at schools all over North America at food bans. I/we are always hearing from parents who feel their childs right to eat a PB&J sandwich trumps another child's right to be safe. I can't believe there are folks out there that can be so petty and self-involved. Rolling eyes that Omarosa got a seperate walk-out but funny that Trump shut her down fairly quickly. It was obvious from Piers first words that he had it in the bag, Trump had no choice but to give him the title. What I had a problem with was the repeated Brit slamming. Who here thinks all Brits are jerks, a$$, ignorant, big-mouthed or worse? I am willing to bet... no-one. It's not a stereotype I have ever heard before and I was offended by it (seeing how I have three Brit daughters LOL). It's not the English Piers... it's just YOU!! I kept waiting for Trump to suggest he stop slamming an entire nation but alas. LOL
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Bombaycat
Member
07-21-2007
| Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:35 am
I realize Trace wasn't fired, but because he didn't "win" he lost $250,000 for his charity.
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