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TrendingSeptember 21, 2023

Underwater interview

Watching Mike Bushell enter the swimming pool to conduct an interview with the England medal winners was indeed a moment of hilarity. It was so unexpected and amusing that even the usually disciplined swimmers found themselves stifled with laughter as Bushell tried – and failed – to maintain his composure. The comical scene can only have been heightened by his attempt at carrying on as usual while blindly reaching out for any support to pull himself back up – only to be met with nothing but water.

In hindsight, it’s easy enough for Mr. Bushell’s blunder to be deemed light-hearted; after all, it is understandable.

Some fame for the dog

Who knew that 15 seconds of fame could be so easy to come by? Take the case of this lovable dog, who crashed a two-minute segment on Russian Television and made himself an internet sensation overnight.

Though we may never know why he was drawn to the studio, what happened next was nothing short of remarkable. Host Ilona Linarte had no idea as she heard a dog bark and out of nowhere came trotting our star canine – apparently determined to become part of the show. Though he took his audience by surprise, you can’t help but admire his daring! This pooch created a viral moment with thousands of views online.

A grand exit

We all know Yanet Garcia has quickly become a sensation worldwide with her beautiful smile and stunning figure-hugging dresses. But it’s not just her looks that make her stand out—she knows how to have fun too!

Recently, when exiting the studio after a segment, producers decided to play the hit song “Get Lucky” by Daft Punk for Yanet. Instead of being embarrassed or annoyed as someone else might be in her position, she took it all in stride—showing off some dance moves on camera before finishing with a blown kiss. This speaks volumes of how professional and graceful Yanet is–she effortlessly combines professionalism with flair and wit.

The fun of Working from home

Working from home can indeed be a challenge, especially when unexpected (and potentially embarrassing) relatives appear! Just the other day, Jessica Lang experienced the perfect example of this while trying to film her news segment in her kitchen. Her shirtless dad unknowingly strode in at the wrong moment and became an unwitting star on social media.

While it may not have been the professional start she was looking for that morning, this episode reveals how important it is to stay positive and resilient. Maintaining a sense of humor and seeing these experiences as opportunities to laugh rather than stress can make all the difference!

Cute wardrobe malfunction

It certainly was a unique situation, and it had people talking. Many of us remember how Natalie Lopez confidently strolled onto the TV with her bold red vest and brown shorts, which were indeed not your average weather report attire!

But while some may have laughed, Natalie’s show of confidence drew immense admiration from her viewers — making it clear that she had made an intentional statement. And many people immediately began praising her for standing by what she believed in and being unapologetically herself — a compelling message in today’s world. Natalie’s wardrobe mishap didn’t just turn heads; it gave birth to an entirely new career path.

Didn’t ask for the kiss

While an unexpected kiss attempt may seem awkward at first, it can also be a pretty memorable experience. Just ask Erin Andrews!

When rap artist 50 Cent “attempted” to plant one on her during a 2013 “Daytona” racing event, she managed to stay calm and kept the situation from becoming too uncomfortable. Andrews gracefully gestured away from him and moved on with the show like nothing had happened – in fact, she even managed to take time for an interview with driver Danica Patrick afterward! Meanwhile, Fifty took the whole thing in stride. He tweeted, “I wanted a kiss, and I got it,” which is a testament to his infectious personality.

What does she have on

Belinda Russel’s bold nude bodysuit fashion choice certainly had people do a double-take! While she may have gone too far with this particular outfit, we can forgive her for making an honest mistake. After all, it is easy to overlook details that could ultimately create significant controversy.

At the same time, perhaps we should take this moment to acknowledge Russel’s bravery and audacity when it comes to fashion in general. The reason why her bodysuit garnered much attention was because of the inherent risk associated with wardrobe decisions. It takes courage and confidence to be able to make bold choices like that – so kudos for pushing boundaries artfully!

The green dress blunder

Transparency gone wrong certainly does describe this situation. Even though the intention was good, Liberte Chan learned a valuable lesson in what not to do with a green screen – never wear an outfit that matches the backdrop! It looked as if she had suddenly become invisible, which caused quite a stir online.

The humble hero of this story is her co-anchor, who (literally) saved the day by handing over his coat to help conceal Chan’s transparency malfunction. The entire sequence showed us how vital camaraderie is among our colleagues and how one simple gesture can make all the difference! Chan’s experience serves as a reminder to always be mindful when choosing clothes.

Underwater interview

In hindsight, it’s easy enough for Mr. Bushell’s blunder to be deemed light-hearted; after all, it is understandable.

An uncanny resemblance

It’s true that coincidences do occur, but this one takes the cake! When ABC7 reporter Marc Brown was reporting on the search for a criminal suspect, he got an unexpected surprise – his face on the sketch of the alleged criminal! A funny coincidence, to say the least.

The resemblance between Brown and the sketch was so striking it left viewers perplexed, and many questions were raised about how this could have happened. Some wondered if the producers had known or if Marc had anything to do with it. Marc seemed surprised but carried on with his news broadcast like nothing had happened.

Awkward slip

The infamous wardrobe malfunction of Romanian meteorologist Roxana Vancea. This wild event has been causing a stir on the internet ever since it happened, and for a good reason. In case you didn’t know, this was a classic example of when things don’t go as planned!

Vancea was wearing an outfit that was one size too small for her, which led to her having quite an embarrassing moment on live television. Unfortunately, her breast accidentally slipped out during the weather report and made quite the show. Thankfully though, she was able to handle everything with grace and poise, and despite this unfortunate situation, she still got to keep her job.

Unexpected co-host

Alfonso Merlos perfectly illustrated the adage, “there’s no such thing as bad publicity”! Although he may have wanted to forget about it, his unexpected bedroom companion made for a memorable entrance in a birthday suit on YouTube and has even earned him some signature respect in the journalism community. He handled it like a true professional by apologizing publicly and not trying to make excuses. And now, of course, Merlos is enjoying the fruits of his hard work: he was just appointed president of El Mundo Financiero Group.

This episode shows that when you strive to excel at what you do, sometimes good things come out of embarrassing situations too.

We love daddy’s show

One of the cutest moments of the pandemic happened when Lonnie Quinn’s daughters decided to join him live on air while he reported his weather forecast. Little did they know they would turn into an internet sensation!

Quinn was reported during the pandemic when everyone was working from home and quickly realized that his daughters had made their way into his studio. As a parent himself, he could recognize that this light-hearted moment was exactly what people needed in a time like this—some joy and laughter and, ultimately, a much-needed reminder about how important family can be even in difficult times. Quickly enough, the video made its way around social media.

Sudden health scare

It’s incredible to think that even those most equipped to report on the news are still vulnerable to health scares. Take, for instance, the case of CNN reporter Poppy Harlow, who fainted briefly during a live broadcast. This was incredibly shocking for viewers, especially when she started to slur her words and gasp for air – it’s difficult not to become concerned.

Fortunately, Poppy was okay and attributed the incident to simply being hot in the studio at that time of day. She was pregnant at the time too, and reassured viewers that both mother and baby were doing well following her checkup with her doctor afterward.