Weekly Written Analysis 5

A reality television show that uses a massive amount of stereotypes is the Jersey Shore on MTV. The show’s cast members consist of eight twenty-somethings who live in a house together for a length of time. The first stereotype the cast mates use in the show is “guidos” and “guidettes” which they use to categorize themselves as Italian Americans. The four girls or “guidettes” in the house are Nicole, Jenny, Sammi, and Angelina. The four guys or “guidos” in the house are Mike, Pauly, Vinny, and Ronnie.

The acronym MVP is used quite frequently in the show and stands for most valuable player or Mike, Vinny, and Pauly. These guys believe they are the most valuable players when playing the field, searching for women. While out in the clubs looking for women, the guys must look out for “grenades” or girls who they are not interested in. The guys are looking for girls who are “DTF” or easy and down to do anything. The girls are looking for guys in the clubs who are “gorillas” or “juiceheads” meaning they are trying to find guys who are tall and muscular. They are not interested in lean, surfer types.

Though these stereotypes are used all in fun, it is hurtful to stereotype people in this manner. The stereotypes used in this show are all based on the way people look and not by their character. This group may be missing out on a great girl or guy because they are judging a person by their outward appearance. This show was created for its entertainment value but we, as viewers, must not take this show seriously and judge people in the same manner.