Originally Posted by Zarla:
“Celebs have to know way in advance that they're going on the show in order to clear their schedules. It's inevitable that some will communicate in the weeks leading up to the show. How could it possibly be prevented?”
You can't. But you can minimise the chances, and not be embarrassed by the situation.
You ASK them. And ask them again. And if they are caught in a lie, then yes, they do forfeit their fee (as well as their place on the show).
The important thing is not being caught flat footed as a broadcaster not knowing about it. Or (as implied here) hoping to cover it up.
Originally Posted by Fried Kickin:
“You'd cut out a lot of it by having one simple rule ... one booking per agency.”
Ah this too.