Current:Home > ScamsClaim to Fame Finale Reveals Real Housewife's Brother: Find Out Who Won -Elevate Capital Network
Claim to Fame Finale Reveals Real Housewife's Brother: Find Out Who Won
View
Date:2025-04-16 01:27:47
And the winner of Claim to Fame is...
The ABC competition series' third season ended with a bang Aug. 28 by revealing four jaw-dropping celebrity relatives we never saw coming.
During the first half of the two-part finale, contestant Shane was eliminated after fellow contender Mackenzie correctly guessed his iconic family member was Oscar-winning The Godfather star Marlon Brando.
"Marlon's my grandpa," Shane shared with the remaining hopefuls. "I grew up my whole life living with him. Spent some time with him, was very fortunate."
That left Mackenzie, Adam and Hud to battle it out one last time for the $100,000 prize. But after Adam won the physical challenge, he received the advantage of the final guess of the night—and he took a shot at exposing Mackenzie's celebrity relative, who turned out to be singer Trace Adkins.
As the country music legend shared in a video message upon her elimination, "Mackenzie Lynn Adkins is my daughter. Congratulations on getting as far as you did and I'm proud that you are my daughter."
And even though she didn't win, Mackenzie had no regrets about her game play.
"I was so close to winning, but honestly I'm so proud that I made it to the finale," she noted in a confessional. "I met so many amazing people that will be my friends for life."
Then, in a double-whammy, Adam opted to guess again in an attempt to win it all—and he did.
Adam correctly assumed Hud was the son of Grammy-winning singer John Mellencamp and the sister of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Teddi Mellencamp.
Hud shared some special insight into his bond with the music legend.
"That's my best friend we just saw," he told the remaining cast. "I live a couple minutes away from him, I walk down to his house every day. We have breakfast every morning. He's helped me out so much in this life. He's taught me everything he knows."
As for who Adam's famous family member turned out to be? Michael Bolton.
"Uncle Michael is my mother's brother," the season three winner explained. "He is the hardest working man I've ever seen before in my life. He's taught me that if you chase your dreams and you work hard, you can do it and you can build a great life. He had a tumor removed from his brain recently and he's a strong ox."
The "When a Man Loves a Woman" singer even sent in a written note to celebrate his nephew's victory.
"Congratulations, Adam," read the message. "We knew you could do it. I'm sure you played the game like you live your life - with integrity, determination and humility. We are all so proud and can't wait to see where your next great adventure takes you."
Keep reading to see all the celebrity relatives who were revealed this season.
During the season three premiere, Bianca was revealed to be the niece of longtime Good Morning America anchor Robin Roberts.
Gracie Lou, whose real name is just Gracie, tried to convince her competitors she was from Tennessee, but was ultimately uncovered to be Jon Cryer's niece.
Jill was revealed to be the niece of Full House star John Stamos.
Miguel, whose real name is actually Raphael Curtis, is the newphew of Oscar-winning Halloween star Jamie Lee Curtis.
After previously hinting her relative was a "Brat Pack princess," it was revealed Naomi's aunt is '80s film icon Molly Ringwald.
Dedrick's real name turned out to be Sigmund Jackson, the same birth name as his father and Jackson 5 alum Jackie Jackson, older brother of the late King of Pop Michael Jackson.
After previously teasing his relative has a Grammy, Danny was revealed to be Marc Anthony's nephew during his week six elimination.
During the first half of the two-part season three finale, Mackenzie correctly guessed that Shane's relative was Oscar winner Marlon Brando. Shane called the late actor his grandfather.
Mackenzie came this close to winning, but Adam correctly guessed her relative was Trace Adkins, who is her father.
After Mackenzie's elimination, Adam chose to guess Hud's relative and he got it right! Hud is the son of singer John Mellencamp and the brother of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Teddi Mellencamp.
Adam outlasted everyone and took home the $100,000 prize. It was also revealed he's the nephew of Michael Bolton.
Check out Peacock to binge your favorite NBCU TV shows and movies, live sports and more!veryGood! (69392)
Related
- Jury selection set for Monday for ex-politician accused of killing Las Vegas investigative reporter
- Big Win for Dakota Pipeline Opponents, But Bigger Battle Looms
- Amy Klobuchar on Climate Change: Where the Candidate Stands
- As Diesel Spill Spreads, So Do Fears About Canada’s Slow Response
- IOC's decision to separate speed climbing from other disciplines paying off
- The U.S. Military Needed New Icebreakers Years Ago. A Melting Arctic Is Raising the National Security Stakes.
- RSV recedes and flu peaks as a new COVID variant shoots 'up like a rocket'
- You'll Burn for Jonathan Bailey in This First Look at Him on the Wicked Set With Ariana Grande
- Elon Musk’s Daughter Vivian Calls Him “Absolutely Pathetic” and a “Serial Adulterer”
- Is it time for a reality check on rapid COVID tests?
Ranking
- Billy Bean was an LGBTQ advocate and one of baseball's great heroes
- Saltwater Luxe Floral Dresses Will Be Your New Go-Tos All Summer Long
- China's COVID surge prompts CDC to expand a hunt for new variants among air travelers
- Debunking Climate Change Myths: A Holiday Conversation Guide
- EU countries double down on a halt to Syrian asylum claims but will not yet send people back
- Chicago West Hilariously Calls Out Kim Kardashian’s Cooking in Mother’s Day Card
- Rihanna, Kaley Cuoco and More Stars Celebrating Their First Mother's Day in 2023
- Don't 'get' art? You might be looking at it wrong
Recommendation
The 'Rebel Ridge' trailer is here: Get an exclusive first look at Netflix movie
Treat Williams, star of Everwood and Hair, dead at 71 after motorcycle crash in Vermont: An actor's actor
Anti-fatness keeps fat people on the margins, says Aubrey Gordon
Canada Approves Two Pipelines, Axes One, Calls it a Climate Victory
Head of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign, allowing Trump to pick his successor
First U.S. Offshore Wind Turbine Factory Opens in Virginia, But Has No Customers Yet
Electric Car Startup Gains Urban Foothold with 30-Minute Charges
This $5 Tinted Moisturizer With 10,200+ 5-Star Reviews Is a Must-Have for Your Routine