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The Swan Ick... or Innovative

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“THE SWAN ICK... OR INNOVATIVE”

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Topic poll · all networksShould extreme makeover shows like The Swan ever air again?

  • Yes — it's inspiring TV 0%
  • Only with stricter safeguards 0%
  • No — it exploits contestants 0%
  • No — it harms beauty standards 0%

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Topic poll · all networksHow many cosmetic procedures did each 'Swan' contestant typically undergo?

  1. 2 to 3
  2. 4 to 5
  3. 8 to 10
  4. 15 to 20
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8 to 10

The Swan (2004) gave contestants up to 10 hrs of surgery!

Fox's extreme makeover show faced fierce backlash for medical risks & minimal aftercare. Contestants reported little say in procedures. Learn more at Wikipedia

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