ROBERT on Early Show
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Seamonkey | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 08:16 am     The early "blurb" shows Robert looking pretty much the same, relaxed in a nice blue shirt.. they asked about the name The General.. he showed that tattoo and said the actual story is less interesting than the speculation. Said he didn't blame alliance or lack of one for booting.. just didn't "turn it around" at the right time.. once he felt physically ok, thought he'd go to end. |
Seamonkey | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 08:22 am     Main interview.. clips from last night's show.. Said some convo with Kathy, never developed.. Says pride got in his way. Didn't try to sway Sean. Says Rob and John interacted with others, but with General just bonded. Most powerful alliance is the jury. Says with immunity.. he tried to deal with Paschal, Neleh and ?? that if he gave immunity to Tammy they wouldn't vote him off.. but no go.. so he kept it. Says seeing his sister "crossed him off the track". He was glad his sister got to come and see him, but didn't want her sleeping on the ground, eating the stuff they had to eat, rough it.. Pat was the one to handle it. Patrick knew General was in trouble. Sean. Love Sean. Didn't talk about the game, but about NY and life. Rob, Sean, General all talked about food. Paschal. Might be the coolest dude around.. gravitate toward him. Jane: Agree with Sean about Neleh.. that she's playing the game.. She's a very sweet girl, and she's playing the game, don't put her down for that.. god bless her.. (not the exact wording but basically saying he's ok with Neleh). commercial |
Seamonkey | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 08:36 am     (Don't see any turtle tattoos so far) back.. Time to put the X on Robert's face.. he's laughing. Bryant.. are you amazed that the general public has such different views of the people than you do.. says he saw genuine emotion, feeling, such dynamic, diverse people.. he was in awe (chin on floor, LOL) He says he's straightforward.. sometimes just want someone to tell you to go to H*ll.. B.. are you drawn to those with similar background.. he and Sean and Rob talked about guy stuff, NY stuff.. didn't talk about the game, didn't get into it.. not sure if they thought he was unapproachable or what.. they were at odds with everybody but not him Voodoo doll.. ex-gf lived in New Orleans.. got it in the French Quarter.. he says it worked on Maraamu.. the voodoo doll got lost for a couple of weeks, then showed up. He left NY for "out west" first day of the show.. changing his life, see what he's interested in.. B.. want this to lead somewhere.. Rlobert.. says already has.. wants to live and love life.. but he didn't cop to what he wants to do.. (but if he moved "west" he could have been near that tattoo parlor) NO tattoo questions.. but Bryant definitely involved in this interview.. the main parts took place outside.. seemed a bit chilly.. Robert had short sleeve shirt.. Jane and Bryant more bundled up. |
Grooch | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 08:42 am     Thanks, Seamonkey! I liked the general. |
Marysafan | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 09:11 am     I agree, I found him to be very down to earth and VERY likable. |
Car54 | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:16 pm     I think Robert joins Dirk and Mitchell and Nick as one of the least memorable Survivors. Nothing bad, nothing particularly good...kinda just there. |
Squaredsc | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:28 pm     i'll cosign that car. |
Julieboo | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:33 pm     And Joel! |
Joan | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:48 pm     I agree Car. |
Mygetaway | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:51 pm     .. he says it worked on Maraamu.. the voodoo doll got lost for a couple of weeks, then showed up. Maybe little Neleh took it... |
Grooch | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 01:53 pm     ROFL! |
Seamonkey | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 03:54 pm     Well WE saw that voodoo doll in that vidcap.. so we know it was out having a whee of a time .. probably living up by the waterfall.. (I'm watching an adorable flowergirl on the Wedding Story before Trading Spaces.. too cute) |
Car54 | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 05:02 pm     LOL, the first thing I thought when he got booted was, "Damn, we never saw the voodoo doll!" |
Seamonkey | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 06:05 pm     Sure we did.. it had a small scene in the recap episode The most famous voodoo doll this season... |
Car54 | Friday, May 10, 2002 - 06:10 pm     I had to work late and missed the recap! Dagnabit |
Car54 | Saturday, May 11, 2002 - 04:23 pm     General Strike Tough-talking Rob is mellow about his dismissal. The former limo driver has no regrets about his turbulent times on the island by Jessica Shaw NOW AND ZEN Rob is cool with his ''Survivor'' experience Going into the May 9 episode, it seemed to be a given that Robert ''The General'' DeCanio was going to be the next victim. After a few bonding minutes with Kathy, though, it looked as if Neleh would hear those infamous words ''the tribe has spoken.'' But trust those first instincts: Ultimately the General was dishonorably discharged. Surprisingly, he doesn't seem that bitter about his ouster. So you knew you were out of there? Yeah, it was pretty evident to me I was going. What happened with Kathy then? There was some discussion but it never really became anything. She wanted to be true to her word that she gave to Neleh. I have only admiration for her for keeping her word. What you saw us talk about was the extent of the conversation. It never went much farther than that. It was a thought but obviously not a permanent one. Why didn't you try harder to stay? That's not me to go up and try to beg and plead. Vote your mind, vote your heart, do what you have to do. That's what I've always said. Do you regret your original alliance with John, Tammy, and Zoe? No. I'm not that ''coulda, woulda, shoulda'' guy. I really don't regret things I do. Of course you have some feelings of loss after you put so much into it. It looked really tough for you to see your sister. Yeah, I tried from day one to bury every emotion I had for family and friends back home because it really wasn't applicable to where I was. It only was going to hinder me. Seeing my sister opened up Pandora's box. Were you really bummed she didn't win? I was tickled that my sister got to go there and participate. In a way I was kind of relieved that she didn't win for the simple fact that it was a real rugged place to be -- sleeping in the dirt and dealing with those flesh-eating bugs, eating the food we had. She wouldn't have eaten anything; she would've just sobbed for the day. Better that [Kathy's son] Patrick won because he's a little more geared for handling that than anyone else was. It didn't seem like Patrick had the best time either. One thing he kept on saying to us was, ''You people are crazy.'' The only thing I had to say to him is ''Your mom's a great lady.'' Did you get to hang with your sister after you got voted out? No, I didn't see her until I got home. If I did, she would've known a little more than she could've known. Up until 9:00 last night she had no idea. I had everybody that knew me convinced I was in the final two. What was it like after you got voted off? The first day was total decompression, just getting adjusted to not being where I was and talking to people. I don't think I would have been able to handle it as well if there was anybody but John, Tammy, and Zoe there. I was so close to them. Being with anybody else would have been a little rough. The second day after I got voted off Tammy and I ran a 5k. We woke up at 5 a.m. and jogged through the woods, on the beach, over rocks. She's a hard-core girl. Was the backlash on Marquesas toward Neleh as strong as it seemed? We see things for the first time on air like everybody else. No, I wouldn't say we were sick of her but it was pretty evident at that point that Neleh was playing the game hard. She was the one pulling the strings, not Paschal. I don't think he picked up on her being their leader, so to speak. And what are you up to now? Last time I drove a limousine was November 4. After I got home I sold my house and moved out west. Right now just living and loving life. I'm enjoying each and every day. When it's time to find myself a new career, I will. Any plans for endorsements or anything? Who wouldn't like to do endorsements or have Kelly Wiglesworth's job? I've always been interested in radio and voiceovers. Well, sorry the million bucks didn't work out for you. It did work out. Come on, damn! I'm on TV. How cool is that? (Posted:05/10/02 |
Seamonkey | Tuesday, May 14, 2002 - 10:21 am     Robert on early show.. Blue tie dyed shirt, red necklace? Rosie says he's muscled up? Everyone was just amazing. Rose says people seemed friendlier.. Robert says original 8 Rotu great, then fun with Sean Vee and Rob. Limo driver in NY with friend.. He just quit when he went on Survivor. He definitely thought he was going to win. Good to see Hunter voted out early.. (when asked about competition) Gabe, Tammy, John, Paschal.. energetic, determined people.. Talk about seeing his sister. She mentions Kathy's son winning.. Robert says "isn't she great".. Rosie grunts. Greatest episode they agree.. he says then I had to get booted on it.. His turn to go.. all wanted to keep their word to each other, admire them all. When were you sick.. tumor When he was 22, size of coconut, wrapped around his spine.. paralyzed. Took out the tumor (he said spine at first).. had a hole in his back.. packed it, etc.. said within 5 years could achieve 80% of what he was.. but he didn't listen, worked out, 100% in 4 years. Living in LA. Had allergies in NY, hated winter. Cruise for 7 days to Mexico.. to get to and from ship.. he gets his own limo ride.. sit in back seat.. He hugs Rosie.. goes to commercial. (No, I didn't think his throwing Paschal in necessarily meant he was booted early.. but who's to say? |
Julieboo | Tuesday, May 14, 2002 - 11:20 am     What is Kelly Wigglesworth's job? |
Car54 | Tuesday, May 14, 2002 - 11:41 am     Kelly hosts an adventure show on E! |
Julieboo | Tuesday, May 14, 2002 - 11:44 am     Thanks Car. (Wish I had E!) |
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