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What Perez Sez

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Perez Hilton, Where to watch: VH1, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Celeb blogger brings risque commentary to TV.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Perez talks about celebs and their (mostly questionable) antics. Many of his comments are intentionally catty and insulting. He's Cuban and homosexual, and he frequently makes stereotypical comments about the gay lifestyle and makes a point of discussing the sexual orientation of many of the featured stars.

  • Violence:

    Perez provides commentary on celebs' violent behavior, but he's not a violent person, and nothing shown is taking place in real time.

  • Sex:

    Strong sexual innuendo, including references (most of which are silly and obnoxious) to genitals, sexual acts, etc. Many references to gay sex.

  • Language:

    Frequent use of strong language, ranging from words like "ass," "bitch," "hell," "slut," and "whore," to "s--t" and "f--k," which are bleeped out.

  • Consumerism:

    Celebrities and their music, TV shows, movies, and products are highlighted. Some of the interviews feature venues, stores, and restaurants from various cities, including The Palms hotel in Las Vegas. Some brand names are blurred, while others (like Jack Daniels Whisky) are slightly visible or briefly mentioned.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some celebs are seen smoking and drinking. Bottles of hard liquor are visible. Some references to celebrity drug use and stints in rehab.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About What Perez Sez

Parents need to know that this gossip/celebrity news series stars influential celebrity blogger Perez Hilton and highlights the questionable behavior of many popular celebrities (including stints in rehab, violent incidents, and more). While Perez is very knowledgeable about the entertainment industry, his commentary and interviews are filled with silly and often crude sexual humor (not to mention salty language, from words like "bitch" and "whore" to bleeped uses of "s--t" and "f--k").

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  1. Parent Reviewer
    Julie P
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it 2.0

    The blog is better

    He doesn't translate well onto tv as I hoped. His blog and this are pretty entertaining, but mean spirited and too young for under 15 probably. I read his blog daily :) I have to keep up Britney, Lilo, and now the breakup of Guy and Madonna---what will happen to Baby David?

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    JBerry
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 0.0

    Parents BEWARE - NOT for Children

    This show is inane babble and has no redeeming value. There are frequent cuss words and some are not bleeped. This 'man' uses his show and website to further his own quest to become a celebrity. 'What Perez Sez' is ABSOLUTELY inappropriate for children...please do not expose your children to this show.

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