Meet the 'Pussycat Dolls' Hopefuls

Zap2It.com | February 15, 2007

'Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll'

Don't cha wish your girlfriend was hot like one of these competitors?

Just what does it take to become a Pussycat Doll? Nine talented, ambitious and limber finalists think they have what it takes to join the popular singing and dancing group.

Among the hopefuls on the CW's "Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll" are a Knick City dancer, several girls laying claim to multiple professions and one who merely uses the catch-all "performer."

Beginning Tuesday, March 6, the nine finalists will compete in various challenges that will test their talent, stamina, style and personality. During the course of the show, they'll learn choreography and songs and meet with the current Pussycat Dolls for inspiration and instruction. As usual, they'll balance this with living together in a loft in Los Angeles.

The judges include the group's founder and choreographer Robin Antin, Geffen Records Chairman Ron Fair and Grammy-winning artist Lil' Kim. Former Sugar Ray frontman and TV personality Mark McGrath will take on hosting duties.

Here are the nine ladies who are contenders to be the next Doll:

Anastacia - 23, West Hollywood, California; Make-up Artist/Choreographer/Dancer/Lyricist

Asia - 18, Mt. Vernon, New York; Knick City Dancer

Brittany - 20, Virginia Beach, Virginia; Manager of a night club/Singer/Dancer/Model

Chelsea - 20, Cooper City, Florida; Waitress/Singer/Dancer

Jaime - 21, New York City, New York; Production Assistant/Singer/Dancer

Mariela - 24, Miami, Florida; Dancer

Melissa R. - 18, Cypress, California; Performer

Melissa S. - 24, Los Angeles, California; Singer/Dancer/Actress

Sisely - 25, Los Angeles, California; Singer/Dancer/Actress/Dance Instructor