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'Married' Suitors Face Sequestration

Sunday, March 02, 2003

10:00 PM PT

In addition to a tight schedule that has them shooting shows just days before they air, contestants in FOX's latest reality effort, "Married By America" are being sequestered until Saturday, March 8. According to a memo obtained by TheSmokingGun.com, the five singles will be under close watch to prevent the show's secrets from reaching friends, family and especially the media.

In the Feb. 14 memo sent by the show's producers, Rocket Science Laboratories, contestants won't be allowed to leave their hotel rooms without a "Married By America" representative and all phone calls must be supervised. While regular television programming will be off limits, movie viewing can be arranged. Additionally all computers, cell phones, and pagers will be confiscated. Gym and dining visits will be strictly regulated.

The memo, which also advises contestants on what attire they should bring, notes that most of their meals will probably be room service, but emphasizes that only the room and tax are being paid for by the show.

"Married By America" premieres on Monday, March 3 at 8 p.m. EST.

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