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According to TMZ.com, The Price is Right was rigged for a recent taping. Rigged? Well, sort of...

According to multiple TMZ sources, the show's famous Plinko game had been rigged to hit the $10,000 slot for a commercial they were shooting on set for the "Price" video game before the taping. After the commercials were done, however, some bonehead forgot to reset the game. And that's when it got interesting for one contestant.

When a woman who won the chance to play Plinko started dropping her chips, they each landed in the $10,000 slot! It wasn't til she hit it -- for a third time -- that producers figured out what was going on, stopped rolling tape and explained the mishap to the poor contestant. Then they took all her chips and started the game over! Where's Bob Barker when you need him??

With no assistance from the rigged game, she only won a measly $3000. The show, not wanting to screw her out of some serious cash, decided to give her the $3k plus the $30k she had already plunked.

Unfortunately, TMZ also reports that this woman will never have her actual moment in the sun-- the footage was cut from any TPiR airings...

Labels: bloopers, plinko

Switch?: Sarah wins without a “switch”; Daybed and SCUBA Gear

Punch A Bunch: Casshyna wins $10,000 with 3 punches

Ten Chances: Marsha wins (8 Chances); Lantern ($40, Flatware ($750), and Ford Ranger ($15,960)

Showcase Showdown #1: Casshyna wins with 40 cents

Double Prices: Carriann lost; Trip to Colorado ($4803)

Money Game: Judson wins; Dodge Caliber ($17,125)

Pick A Pair: Kerri wins (V8 and Hot Cocoa Mix Cost $3.15); Living Room Group

Showcase Showdown #2: Judson wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Judson wins ($39,988 in prizes); “Port O’Price” Showcase, Shave Ice Cart, Washer & Dryer, and Hot Tub

1 Right Price: Lara wins; Bar Set ($3690) and Motorscooter

Temptation: Myles lost; Bowl of Cash, Dinnerware, Chest, Messagers, and Dodge Nitro ($22,145)

Cliffhangers: Karen wins (15 steps); Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Karen wins with 85 cents

Grand Game: Lisa lost $1000 (Target Price $7.00)

Most Expensive: Wilburn wins; Golf Equipment, Floor Clock (Most Expensive), and Treadmill

Cover Up: Clint lost; Chrysler PT Cruiser ($18,325)

Showcase Showdown #2: Lisa wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Karen wins ($32,791 in prizes); Washer & Dryer, Trip to Chicago, Illinois, and Pontiac Vibe

Barker’s Bargain Bar: Wendy lost; Fireplace (Bargain of $1300) and All Terrain Vehicle

Any Number: Nathan wins Ford Focus ($16,492); Buffet Server ($750)

Bonkers: John wins; Trip to Sedona, Arizona ($3980)

Showcase Showdown #1: Nathan wins with 95 cents

Grocery Game: Tracey wins (Total $20.58); Dining Room Group

5 Price Tags: Wilbert lost (4 Price Tags); Dodge Avenger ($20,635)

Squeeze Play: Mary lost (removed “7”); Iron Bed ($4798)

Showcase Showdown #2: Wilbert wins with 95 cents

Showcase: Wilbert wins ($17,124 in prizes); Living Room Group, Luggage, and Trip to Shanghai, China

Danger Price: Angelica wins; Hostess Set, Laptop Computer, Study Books, and Recycling Cabinet (Danger Price $1595)

Plinko: Hector wins $21,000 with 3 Plinko chips

Lucky 7: Robert lost; Pontiac G6 ($21,376)

Showcase Showdown #1: Hector wins with 35 cents

Coming or Going: Sharon lost by “Going”; Bed ($3694)

Line ‘Em Up: Lindsey lost; Ford Ranger ($15,692)

Pick A Pair: Andy lost; Living Room Group

Showcase Showdown #2: Sharon wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Sharon wins ($21,274 in prizes); Hair Clipper Set, Garden Tools, and Ford Fusion

Credit Card: Sheila wins ($2000 credit limit); Outdoor Stove, Luggage, Weather Station, Grandfather Clock, and Dinnerware

Squeeze Play: Nicole lost (removed first “2”); Trip to Jamaica ($7228)

Any Number: Joseph wins Chairs ($578); Jeep Wrangler ($21,420)

Showcase Showdown #1: Joseph wins with 90 cents

Barker’s Bargain Bar: Dining Room Group and Barbecue Grill (Bargain of $2000)

Bullseye: Dustin hits $10.98; Bedroom Group

One Away: Samuel wins; Chevy Cobalt ($16,179)

Showcase Showdown #2: Paul wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Joseph wins ($30,595 in prizes); Living Room Group, Player Piano, and Snowmobiles

Pushover: Ezra lost; Brass Bed ($5449)

Race Game: Shawn wins; Home Gym, Tea Set, Gasoline Pump Replica, and 46-inch TV

Pathfinder: Brandon lost (stepped on “8” and “3”); Chrysler PT Cruiser

Showcase Showdown #1: Shawn wins with 95 cents

Magic #: Amber wins (Magic Number 1909); Floor Clock and Tool Kit

Stack the Deck: Madeline lost (wins fifth number);

Double Prices: Kristen wins; Hot Tub ($6713)

Showcase Showdown #2: Amber wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Amber wins ($23,365 in prizes); Year’s Supply of Flowers, Dining Room Group, and Snowmobile

Barker’s Bargain Bar: Shannon wins; Floor Clock (Bargain of $2000) and Guitar

Pocket Change: Nicole lost ($1.00 for car); Pontiac Vibe ($19,586)

Coming or Going: Laura lost by “Coming”; Camper Trailer

Showcase Showdown #1: Shannon wins with 95 cents

Plinko: Sean wins $10,000 with 2 Plinko chips

Money Game: Christy wins; Ford Focus ($16,522)

Now or Then: Keith wins (“Then” March 1997); Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #2: Keith wins with 95 cents

Showcase: Keith wins ($27,536 in prizes); “Every Room of the House” Showcase, Trip to San Francisco, California, Malaysia, Ireland, and Antigua

Half Off: Jessica lost (3 Halves and Box #1); Box # 14 contained $10,000

Lucky 7: Daniel lost; Ford Mustang Convertible ($25,412)

Most Expensive: Deshawn wins; Wine Cabinet (Most Expensive), Home Gym, and Golf Equipment

Showcase Showdown #1: Deshawn wins with 95 cents

Bullseye: Juan hits $11.94; Dining Room Group

Temptation: Victoria wins Go Kart, Stemware, Bowl of Cash, and Picnic Equipment; Dodge Avenger

Double Prices: Sharon wins; Kitchen Set ($5832)

Showcase Showdown #2: Sharon wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Deshawn wins ($33,997 in prizes); Chandelier, Watch, and a Chevy Impala

Pushover: Christen lost; Piano ($5395)

Stack the Deck: Amy win (wins “4” and “8”); Dodge Caliber ($16,845)

Take Two: Lawona wins (Desktop Computer and Pair of Bicycles Total $3507); Kitchen Island and Media Chairs

Showcase Showdown #1: Lawona wins with 90 cents

Cliffhangers: Jonathan lost; Trip to British Columbia, Canada

That’s Too Much: Ronda lost; Dodge Ram ($23,555)

Freeze Frame: Barbara wins; Bed ($3987)

Showcase Showdown #2: Ronda wins with 90 cents

Showcase: Ronda wins ($24,232 in prizes); Tea Set, Dining Room Group, and Snowmobiles

Switch?: Barbara wins without a “switch”; Floor Clock and Elliptical Trainer

Plinko: Brock wins $21,500 with 5 Plinko chips

More or Less: Woods lost; Pair of Electric Guitars (Less than $2190), Electric Golf Caddy (Less than $2500), Dining Room Table, and Chevy HHR

Showcase Showdown #1: Barbara wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Balance Game: Lianne lost ($693 + $3000 + $4000); Trip to Aruba ($5693)

Range Game: Matthew lost; Chevy Cobalt ($15,910)

Pick A Pair: Jessica wins (Hot Pockets and Pastries Cost $2.49); Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #2: Jessica wins with 55 cents

Showcase: Jessica wins ($28,728 in prizes); Dog House, Pair of SCUBA Equipment, and Ski Boat

Pushover: Lise’ lost; Trailer ($11,880)

Pathfinder: Allison wins; Pontiac G6 ($21,340)

One Wrong Price: Rebecca wins; Bar Set (Wrong Price $3590), Riding Lawn Mower, and Exercise Bicycle

Showcase Showdown #1: Rebecca wins with 90 cents

Check Out: Thomas wins ($1.98 difference); Living Room Group

That’s Too Much: Kristine lost; Mercury Milan ($19,450)

Squeeze Play: Christopher lost (removed first “9”); Jukebox ($8995)

Showcase Showdown #2: Christopher wins with 85 cents

Showcase: Christopher wins ($20,396 in prizes); Dining Room Group, Security System, and Hot Tub

1 Right Price: Adam wins; Daybed and Refrigerator ($5065)

Switcheroo: Joyce wins Digital Camcorder ($83) and CD Cabinet ($46); Pontiac Vibe ($18,621)

Take Two: Heather lost (Sofa and All Terrain Vehicle Total $4178); Home Gym and Tea Set

Showcase Showdown #1: Adam wins with 90 cents

Now or Then: Miles lost (“Then” March 1997); Dining Room Table

Lucky 7: Linda lost; Jeep Wrangler ($21,534)

Balance Game: Tina wins ($298 + $4000 + $5000); Waverunner ($9298)

Showcase Showdown #2: Tina wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Adam wins ($47,421 in prizes); Trip to Las Vegas, Nevada, Switzerland, and Travel Trailer

Make Your Move: Ryan lost; Boom Box ($50), Bar Set ($706), and Day Sailer ($7596)

Stack the Deck: Breelyn lost (chose “1”, “8”, and “7”); Chevy HHR ($18,729)

Freeze Frame: Fatira lost; Hot Tub ($7213)

Showcase Showdown #1: Ryan wins with 60 cents

Cliff Hangers: Ashley wins (23 steps); Patio and Barbecue Grill

Race Game: Jana wins by default; Pair of Bicycles, Freestanding Waterfall, Dining Room Table, and Desktop Computer

Range Game: Beri wins; Ford Ranger ($16,440)

Showcase Showdown #2: Ashley wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Ryan wins ($49,556 in prizes); iPhone, French Polynesian Cruise, and Ford Escape Hybrid

5 Price Tags: Sheila wins (3 price tags); Dodge Caravan ($22,525)

It’s In the Bag: Jaron wins $8000

Magic #: Andrew lost (Magic Number 1549); Dinnerware and Exercise Stepper

Showcase Showdown #1: Andrew wins with 95 cents

Coming or Going: Lizbeth wins by “Coming”; Bed ($4397)

Cover Up: Dorothy wins; Dodge Avenger ($21,830)

Double Prices: Teresita wins; Pair of Motorcycles ($6698)

Showcase Showdown #2: Dorothy wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Andrew wins ($19,256 in prizes); Living Room Group, Globe, and Trip to Hong Kong

Any Number: Josh wins Outdoor Clock ($872); Ford F-150 ($19,345)

Grand Game: Larry wins $1000 (Target Price $9.00)

Make Your Mark: Daniel wins; Pair of Banjos, Motorcycle, and Luggage

Showcase Showdown #1: Larry wins with 50 cents

Pushover: Hillena wins; Spa ($5175)

Bonus Game: Marilyn wins (“Bonus” in Fourth Window); Chevy Cobalt

Most Expensive: Bradley lost; Dining Room Table, Gas Pump Replica (Most Expensive), and Exercise Bicycle

Showcase Showdown #2: Bradley wins with 70 cents

Showcase: Larry wins ($21,416 in prizes); Gardening Equipment, Desktop Computer, and Trip to Australia

Flip Flop: Janessa lost by “flipping”; Pair of Motorcycles ($8798)

Punch A Bunch: Oliver wins $1800 with 5 Plinko chips

Stack the Deck: Andrea lost (won “6” and “0”); Ford Focus ($16,420)

Showcase Showdown #1: Oliver wins with 90 cents

Eazy Az 1, 2, 3: Winifred wins; Flatware, Painting, and 40-inch TV

Cover Up: Tracy lost; Dodge Caliber ($16,125)

Barker’s Bargain Bar: Dennis lost; Daybed (Bargain of $1000) and Riding Lawn Mower

Showcase Showdown #2: Winifred wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Showcase: Oliver wins ($19,782 in prizes); “The Price is Right Train Depot” Showcase, Dining Room Table, Ice Cart, and Electric Vehicle

1 Right Price: Sheri wins; Exercise Bicycle ($1099) and Ski Equipment

Temptation: Marsha wins Floor Clock, Bowl of Cash, Luggage Set, and Picnic Equipment; Dodge Neon ($21,465)

Bullseye: Chace hits $10.74; Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Chace wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Lucky 7: Anthony lost; Pontiac G6 ($21,836)

Punch A Bunch: Audrey wins $5000 with 4 punches

Double Prices: Felicia lost; Go Cart ($4598)

Showcase Showdown #2: Felicia wins with 60 cents

Showcase: Chace wins ($45,157 in prizes); Weather Station, Soda Fountain, and Pontiac Solstice

Some huge news regarding The Price is Right and the direction of the show has come down in recent days. Here's a brief snippet posted by ClockGameJohn on Golden Road:

- Season 37 will proceed without longtime Producer Roger Dobkowitz at the helm.
- Kathy Greco is assuming the role of Producer. Additional duties will be divided between Co-Producers Stan Blits and Sue MacIntyre, and Associate Producer Adam Sandler.
- The Price is Right will be broadcast in High Definition.
- A new pricing game, "Gas Money," is tentatively scheduled to premiere on the first show of the new Season. The game is the final game created by longtime Producer Roger Dobkowitz.
- A video wall is being integrated into the show beginning the first week of tapings.
- The SECOND week of the new season will begin taping July 20th. The FIRST week of the new season will begin taping July 28th.
- The Sunday tapings scheduled in July and August are done because of Drew's schedule. This is not a permanent change.

These are only CONFIRMED changes and do not reflect any rumors or hearsay. Losing Dobkowitz is a fairly major deal for the show, and it will be interesting to say the least how the character of the show is affected by his dismissal. More to follow in the coming days.

Labels: 37th season, roger dobkowitz

Check Game: Kathleen lost (Check for $2100); Sauna ($2495)

Switcheroo: Aaron wins Chrysler PT Cruiser ($18,435) and Electronic Translator ($79); Can Opener, CD/DVD Briefcase, and Coffee Canister

One Wrong Price: Terrence wins; Dining Room Table, Guitar (Wrong Price $2750), and Elliptical Trainer

Showcase Showdown #1: Aaron wins with 5 cents

Coming or Going: Barbara lost by “Coming”; Trip to Malaysia ($9756)

That’s Too Much: Beverly wins; Dodge Avenger ($20,635)

Hi Lo: Gary lost; Kitchen Set

Showcase Showdown #2: Barbara wins with 80 cents

Showcase: Barbara wins ($21,688 in prizes); Living Room Group, Parkas, and Snowmobile

Shopping Spree: Eugene wins ($3800 to spend); Wine Cabinet, Bistro Table, Electric Fireplace, and Barbecue Grill

Safe Crackers: Melissa lost (Combination $960); Trip to New Orleans, Louisiana and Karaoke System

Pathfinder: Trelena lost; Mercury Milan ($20,135)

Showcase Showdown #1: Melissa wins with 80 cents

Squeeze Play: Jenni lost (removed first “9”); 42-inch Plasma TV ($3995)

Grocery Game: Dasaundra lost (Total $21.28); Living Room Group

Money Game: Judy wins; Pontiac Vibe ($18,636)

Showcase Showdown #2: Judy wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Judy wins ($40,836 in prizes); Bedroom Group, Luggage, and Trip to Germany

Swap Meet: Kimberly lost (Appliances $715); Wall Clock ($715), Treadmill, and Pool Cleaner

Any Number: Eric wins $4.21; Pontiac Vibe ($17,830) and 32-inch TV ($956)

Check Out: Pauline wins with $0.00 difference ($18.35); Bedroom Group

Showcase Showdown #1: Pauline wins with 35 cents

2 For the Price of 1: Joe wins (chose “9”); Guitar ($759) and Hot Tub

Money Game: Reve wins; Dodge Charger ($22,605)

Squeeze Play: Lois lost (removed “7”); Trip to Washington, D. C. ($6781)

Showcase Showdown #2: Lois wins with 95 cents

Showcase: Pauline wins ($31,485 in prizes); Luggage, Freezer, and Chevy Equinox

Received an e-mail in the inbox yesterday that I thought I should pass along...

Dear Friends,

"Come On Down! The Road to 'The Price Is Right'" is a feature-length documentary about fans of the iconic game show. This project has been a five year labor-of-love for the filmmaking team. We are very close to wrapping it up and releasing it to a wide and enthusiastic audience, but as with any great work of independent cinema, we need your help to push this project to the finish line. Please visit our IndieGoGo website to learn about the project, watch clips of the film, and assist us in reaching our fundraising goal in the next 45 days. Your donation to the film will also benefit the DJ & T Foundation- founded by Bob Barker in 1995- which funds low cost spay/neuter clinics across the country. In the words of Bob Barker himself, "help control the pet population.. have your pet spayed or neutered!" Thanks for your interest and your help!

Caryn Capotosto
Team TPIR
Come On Down! The Road to 'The Price Is Right'
http://www.indiegogo.com/comeondown
TPIRdocumentary@aol.com

Labels: documentary

Range Game: Lori lost; Dodge Caravan ($22,925)

Race Game: Ryan lost; All Terrain Vehicle, Punch Set, Barbecue Grill, and Power Tools

Plinko: Diahanna wins $1000 with 4 Plinko chips

Showcase Showdown #1: Lori wins with $1.00 ($1000)

Now or Then: Roger lost (“Then” ; Living Room Group

One Away: Patricia lost; Dodge Avenger ($20,635)

Double Prices: Abigail wins; Sauna ($5245)

Showcase Showdown #2: Roger wins with 65 cents

Showcase: Lori wins ($42,862 in prizes); Four Bars of Gold, Jet Ski, and Travel Trailer

Clock Game: Melissa wins (5 seconds left); Smoker ($608) and Lobster Tennis Ball Machine ($849)

Master Key: Gina wins Cradle and Sofa (Key 3 and Key 4); Ford Ranger

Grand Game: Elizabeth wins $10,000 (Target Price $8.00)

Showcase Showdown #1: Elizabeth wins with 85 cents

Freeze Frame: Adam lost; Trip to Greece ($7766)

Clearance Sale: Cesar lost; Popcorn Cart, Dinnerware, and Desk

Lucky 7: Macilynn lost; Chevy Impala ($23,295)

Showcase Showdown #2: Adam wins with 95 cents

Showcase: Adam wins ($18,148 in prizes); “Home Improvements” Showcase, Kitchen Set, 63-inch TV, and Trip to Japan

Most Expensive: Tamera lost; Sofa, Exercise Machine, and Motorcycle (Most Expensive)

Bonkers: Norma Sue lost; Electric Vehicle ($7795)

Pocket Change: Cynthia wins with 95 cents (50 cents for car); Honda Accord ($19,795)

Showcase Showdown #1: Cynthia wins with 10 cents

Danger Price: Albert lost (Danger Price $1595); DVD Player, 26-inch TV ($1595), Dining Room Table, and Fireplace

Pass the Buck: Terri wins $8000; Honda Civic (Card 1)

Pushover: Keith wins; Trailer ($5995)

Showcase Showdown #2: Terri wins with 75 cents

Showcase: Terri wins ($42,769 in prizes) Cellular Phone, Trip to Austria, and Sailboat