Rock of Love Bus with Bret Michaels is the third season of Rock of Love with Bret Michaels and was confirmed by VH1's website in a blog on July 16, 2008. In the show, eligible women live on tour buses and travel with Bret Michaels, competing for his attention and affection. The show premiered on January 4, 2009. On December 29, 2008, it was announced Rock of Love Bus would be the final Rock of Love.
Production and legal problems On September 28, 2008, a truck driven by a roadie hauling equipment for Rock of Love Bus, caused a deadly accident when the driver fell asleep at the wheel. The truck crossed over the median and into oncoming traffic on Interstate 57 near West Frankfort, Illinois. The truck hit a pickup truck and a sports-utility vehicle. The two 19-year-old college students in the sports-utility vehicle were killed, and the two individuals in the pickup truck were seriously injured. The driver was charged with driving with a suspended license and moving violations. No other Rock of Love employees or crew were involved. According to a statement by VH1, Michaels asked that production be temporarily suspended.
Contestants NameAgeHometownEliminatedTaya Parker31Marion, OhioMindy Hall35Walnut Hills, OhioJamie RossUnknownWaterloo, OntarioBeverly Palmer30Canton, GeorgiaAshley Klarich23 Las Vegas, NevadaBrittanya O'Campo24Oxnard, CaliforniaFarrah Sinclair32Monticello, KentuckyKelsey Bateman †21Sandy, UtahKami Samargis-Brossard28 Clayton, WashingtonJennifer "Jenny" Beitzel22Northville, MichiganNatasha McCollumUnknownCincinnati, OhioMarcia "Brazil" Alves30Brazil/Las Vegas, NevadaMaria Bock40Chicago, IllinoisBrittaney Starr29Henderson, NevadaMelissa Martinez29Westwood, OhioConstandina Savvenas38Johnson City, TennesseeMegan Tomczak31Universal City, CaliforniaSamantha BengstonUnknownDavenport, IowaNikki "DJ Lady Tribe" Shamdasani31Cerritos, CaliforniaGia LynnUnknownHonolulu, HawaiiStephanie Farris21Kingston, PennsylvaniaHeather Mariscal34Summerville, South CarolinaMarciela "Marci" Mendoza38Los Angeles, California
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In Episode 1, Bret did not have a call-out order. Names are listed in alphabetical order since he called out the bottom seven first while the rest of the girls got on the bus for the next stop. In Episode 4, Maria was forced to withdraw from the competition for medical reasons. In Episode 5, upon announcing the new girls are safe, Bret said "Detroit" (Jenny), "Spo-Kami" (Kami), and "Brooklyn" (Jamie) were all safe. In Episodes 5–6, even though the voiceover listed her name as "Jennifer" she was known as "Jenny" to the cast and Bret. In Episode 7, Kami decided she wasn't ready for Bret's lifestyle and left the tour. Names are listed in alphabetical order since Kelsey was called down first and was eliminated. In Episode 9, Bret had Ashley's pass in his hand ready to give to her, but first asked her where she stood with her ex. After Ashley hesitates, Bret decided to end her tour. In Episode 11, all of the girls went on a date with Bret.
Episodes Hustle on the Bustle First aired January 4, 2009 (2.1M viewers)
Michaels takes the show on the road. As he tours, a second bus brings along the women vying for his attention. The contest is specifically engineered to reflect the challenges of life on the road.
City: Louisville, Kentucky Bottom 7: Brittaney, Gia, Heather, Marcia, Marci, Nikki, Stephanie Eliminated: Gia, Heather, Marci, Nikki, Stephanie
Elimination Reasons Gia: Gia was too crazy and Bret didn't think there was much else besides a party girl there. Heather: Bret thought life on the road would be too crazy for her. Marci: Marci had not spoken to Bret at all. Nikki: Nikki had taken a shot out of Gia's genitals as well as several other raunchy antics. Stephanie: Stephanie had not spoken to Bret at all.
Fifteen Weddings and Three Funerals First aired January 11, 2009
After all 15 recite their wedding vows, three girls must stay behind.
City: Greenfield, Indiana Challenge: Wedding Vows Challenge Winners: Brittanya, Taya, Farrah Bottom 6: Brittaney, Constandina, Marcia, Megan, Melissa, Samantha Eliminated: Constandina, Megan, Samantha
Elimination Reasons Constandina: Constandina had previously told Bret that she had taken a religious vow of abstinence and would not have "all the way sex" for years. Megan: Megan gave Bret stuffed animals during the challenge, which didn't appeal to him. Samantha: She was very nervous and stumbled her words during the wedding vow challenge. It was also hinted that she wasn't confident or noticeable enough.
It's Babes on Ice First aired January 18, 2009
There's a chill in the air as the 12 remaining contestants vie on ice against University of Illinois Women's Hockey [Club] and special guest player, Lacey. Tempers catch fire when one of the contestants is accused of secretly calling a boyfriend.
City: Danville, IllinoisLocations near Champaign, IL, including David S. Palmer Arena in Danville, Illinois and Big Al's in Peoria, Illinois Guest: Lacey Conner Challenge: Baby Hockey Challenge Winners: Beverly, Brittaney, Maria, Melissa Bottom 3: Beverly, Brittaney, Marcia Eliminated: Brittaney, Melissa
Elimination Reasons Brittaney: Bret felt that she was too needy and emotional for him to handle, and had a history of stealing socks. Melissa: Melissa had disrespected Bret by calling her boyfriend and saying bad things about him. She later denied even having a cell phone on her.
Roadies First aired January 25, 2009
The ten remaining girls play roadie, racing to clear the stage. Winners get better seats at Michaels' concert.
City: Chicago, IllinoisLocations in the Chicago area, including Hammond, Indiana. Challenge: Roadie Challenge Test Challenge Winners: Ashley, Brittanya, Beverly, Natasha Bottom 3: Beverly, Marcia, Mindy Withdrew: Maria Eliminated: Marcia
Elimination Reasons Maria: Maria had a medical condition and had to be rushed to the hospital between episodes. Marcia: Bret didn't have much of a connection with her and felt she was only there to party. Marcia also gave away a gift during the concert that Bret had given her.
Eight Is Not Enough First aired February 8, 2009
The eight left become eleven when Michaels brings in new blood to amp the competition.
City: St. Louis, Missouri New Girls: Jamie, Jenny, Kami Challenge: Makeovers Challenge Winners: Farrah, Natasha, Mindy Bottom 2: Brittanya, Natasha Eliminated: Natasha
Elimination Reasons Natasha: Bret claimed that they never got beyond the friendship line.
Mud Bowl III First aired February 15, 2009
The contestants split into teams for a Mudbowl, with Michaels and the most valuable player going solo overnight.
City: Nashville, Tennessee Challenge: Mud Bowl Pink Bus - Fallen Angels: Ashley, Farrah, Kelsey, Jamie, Jenny Blue Bus - Sweethearts: Brittanya, Beverly, Kami, Mindy, Taya Challenge Winners: Sweethearts MVP: Mindy Bottom 2: Brittanya, Jenny, Eliminated: Jenny
Elimination Reasons Jenny: Jenny's father had died and Bret thought the road would be a negative environment for her.
Truck Stop Games First aired March 1, 2009
The contestants divide into three teams for competitive truck stop games.
City: Birmingham, AlabamaLocations in and around Birmingham, Alabama, including Elkton, Tennessee and Decatur, Alabama Challenge: Truck Stop Games Blue Team: Ashley, Beverly, Kami Green Team: Brittanya, Mindy, Jamie Yellow Team: Kelsey, Farrah, Taya Challenge Winners: Yellow Team Withdrew: Kami Eliminated: Kelsey
Elimination Reasons Kami: Ashley had gone into Bret's room for what the viewers assume is sex. This upset Kami and made her realize that she wasn't ready for Bret's lifestyle. Kelsey: After Kelsey's meltdown, it convinced Bret that she was too young and couldn't handle the pressure of the show anymore.
Bikini Day Care First aired March 8, 2009
The seven remaining competitors take care of children at a pool party in Panama City Beach, Florida.
City: Panama City Beach, Florida Challenge: Kid's Kiddie Pool Party Challenge Winner: Ashley Bottom 2: Farrah, Taya Eliminated: Farrah
Elimination Reasons Farrah: Bret realized that aside from her good looks, he and Farrah didn't have much of a connection.
Exes and Oh's First aired March 15, 2009 (2.4M viewers)
Two women from Michaels' past, ex-girlfriend Ambre and runner-up Heather from the first Rock of Love, question the ex-boyfriends of the competitors' past. Brittanya's Ex Royal T discloses that he and Brittanya had sex right before she left for the competition. Beverly freaked out her Ex-Husband did not show up and disclosed she was a teen mother at 17. Jaz, Taya's Ex ends up having an angry outburst. Mindy admits she cheated in her past relationship. It's revealed that Ashley still lives with her ex James, and he claims they still sleep together.
City: St. Augustine, Florida Guests: Ambre Lake and Heather Chadwell Challenge: Ex Interrogation Bottom 3: Ashley, Beverly, Brittanya Eliminated: Brittanya, Ashley
Elimination Reasons Brittanya: Brittanya tried to assault Heather and spat on Ambre. Bret let her go because he didn't like her disrespecting his friends. Ashley: Bret had Ashley's pass in his hand ready to give to her, but first asked her where she stood with her ex. After Ashley hesitated, Bret decided to end her tour.
Duet to Me One More Time First aired March 22, 2009
The four remaining girls sing along with Michaels with lyrics they've written to one of his songs.
City: Orlando, Florida Challenge: Singing Performing Challenge Winner: Beverly, Taya Bottom 2: Beverly, Mindy Eliminated: Beverly
Elimination Reasons Beverly: She became too emotional and "was more in love with the idea of being in love with a rockstar".
Double Dates First aired April 5, 2009
As the finale approaches, Michaels and the remaining three contestants try fantasy dates, but competition between the girls is escalating as the end draws near.
City: Miami, Florida Bottom Two: Jamie, Taya Eliminated: Jamie
Elimination Reasons Jamie: Bret misunderstood something she said as she didn't want to settle down in a relationship yet.
Bret's Rock of Love III First aired April 12, 2009 (3.2M viewers)
The two remaining contestants, Taya and Mindy, join Michaels in the Dominican Republic for their final chance to win him.
Destination: Dominican Republic Dates: Bret takes each girl on an individual date. Mindy's Date: Tango lessons, dinner, walk along the beach, and an overnight stay in Bret's room.