Charles Barkley’s Colon Is Ready For Its Close-Up

There are a few things more terrifying in the world than reality TV, so the fact that something may top the abomination known as that Tila Tequila show is a shock even to us. That something, if producers have their way, is Charles Barkley’s colon. There’s a plan to film Barkley’s colonoscopy and air it as a highlight on a special to bring awareness to cancer. The “special” would be broadcast by all the networks, which might be the final straw to get the 9% of America without cable calling their local provider ASAP.

GET READY to look deep inside Charles Barkley. The former Sixers superstar has been asked to undergo a televised colonoscopy as part of the “Stand Up to Cancer” special being aired Sept. 5 by NBC, CBS and ABC… Sir Charles, 45, says he was surprised that the show approached him, but was happy to participate in promoting awareness for colonoscopies, which screen for prostate and other cancers.

You know, if he really wanted to shine a light on a problem via reality show, why not the ills of losing 400 grand at the poker table? Not only would it be poignant, but it’s a lot of fun to watch people lose money gambling, unless it’s you. Which you wouldn’t be after watching. It’s a win-win-win–Barkley doesn’t gamble anymore, you’re scared straight and off gambling and we don’t have to see the inside of a 300-pound man’s asshole.
Dan Gross: Inside scoop on Charles Barkley [Philly.com]
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