Manhunt Episode 5: Private Eyes

The remaining six models are lingering and lounging casually when Tate makes a startling discovery. His bags have been unpacked! Uh, no, Rob tells him, you unpacked two days ago. Seems Tate has been in an alcohol-induced fog for two days. This news brings about a confused 'oh' from Tate. Amusing, yes, but what does Tate's constant foggy state have to do with anything? It's called foreshadowing.

Tate brings in the not-TyraMail, and Rob reads that the guys are about to be given the red carpet treatment and "Access." Kevin P (model mole, shhh!) guesses they are going to a movie premiere. No, they are going on Access Hollywood! Lovely hostess Shaun Robinson introduces herself and gives the boys a quick tour of the set. Shaun tells us that the men have to remember that if they want to make it, they have to "take it to the next level." That's helpful.

Then she runs each of them through a mock interview. Hunter, the former gymnast, takes the opportunity to remove his shirt and do a handstand. Rob does a neat little twirl to accompany his on-the-spot model face. Jon says he should be crown the sexiest man in America because he "makes Orlando Bloom look like the Wicked Witch of the West. Huh-huh-huh." Altogether, she asks for a "synchronized ab reveal" which isn't synchronized at all. Maurice thinks Shaun just wanted to check them out. Shaun tells us that in LA "beauty and a dime will get you a bagel. That's about it!" She continues that they have to have something special and unique about them to go further in this biz. I'm impressed that bagels are only a dime in California.

The boys then head to the beach for a little R 'n' R. Hunter says its great because they been cooped up in the Standard for awhile. On the beach, the boys romp and frolic, tossing a football (which Rob seems utterly incapable of catching) and playing in the water. Rob notes that Hunter has begun to come out of his shell with there being a more intimate group now. Unbeknownst to them, Jeff Raymer, glorified member of the paparazzi is taking pictures of them with a long-distance lens. Jeff says that as celebrities, they have to be aware at all times. He adds he likes being a member of the paparazzi because he thinks people take better photos when they don't know they are being photographed. He also likes catching them doing things they probably shouldn't be.

Suddenly, here comes Carmen Electra in a yellow Lamborghini. Happens everyday. (The guys have GOT to know something is up!) Carmen says the boys will have the opportunity to drive the little ticket trap if they win the competition - a friendly game of volleyball... with these gorgeous (female) models!! The boys hoot appreciably. Rob, says he really wants to win this contest. Not because of the women, silly. Rob is gay, remember? He does want to drive the car. Rob is out of luck because the team of Maurice, Jon, and Hunter are the victors. Maurice tells us he's driving a 2001 Ford Focus, so the Lamborghini is a big step up for him. Indeed. Jon doesn't think he'll ever be able to afford one of his own, so this is a once in a lifetime deal for him. Rob is absolutely green with envy. Maurice says he didn't mind rubbing it in. Rob says they don't even know what kind of car it is! Maurice then says "Lamborghini" with great comfort.

Carmen tells the boys she has to take the Lamborghini and the girl models away. But, there will be a party at the White Orchid with her, and more girls. (Trouble! Trouble! Wake up guys!) "Sweet!" they exclaim in unison.

Raymer continues snapping away. He says if he could give them advice, it would be to "use the press wisely." Hmm.

The boys are taken by limo to dinner at the Highlands, where Byron has only five roses left. Oops! Where they are greeted by photographers (including Jeff Raymer), and they pose politely with women who are not identified. Then they go to the rooftop, where six more women are deposited for their pleasure. Problem. These women are also models, and of the snooty variety. They are haughty and superior. Jon despises them, "They are just typical chain-smoking... whatevers." Rob says he loves these guys, but they finally got a little of their own medicine.

Then, downstairs to dance with Carmen and her friends (yes, MORE women!). The dancing gets a bit risqué. Hunter says his goal is to lose five pounds when he goes dancing. Rob says Hunter's "inner stripper came out." Jon says it was like watching him have sex with his clothes on, "I would be surprised if she was pregnant with his baby right now." Even Jeff Raymer was taken aback, "Hunter got a bit dodgy toward the end of the evening." Of course, it made for great pictures though. Rob says a guy came up to him, but he's all about being focused on the competition until he wins it.