When The Circle first graced our screens in 2020, it quickly became a sensation. With its unique spin on reality competition shows, viewers were hooked. Now in its third season, a fresh batch of contestants are vying for the $100,000 prize, and Michelle Rider is among them. Already a fan favorite, will her bubbly personality and sharp wit carry her to victory? Michelle and her growing fanbase certainly hope so. Here are 10 things you didn’t know about Michelle Rider.
1. A Proud South Carolinian
Michelle Rider embodies the sweet and charming nature often associated with Southerners. Born and raised in South Carolina, she takes great pride in her roots. To this day, she continues to reside in the Pacolet area with her family.
2. Viral Sensation
While The Circle marks Michelle’s television debut, she’s no stranger to the limelight. As a popular TikTok user, she has gone viral on multiple occasions. Her social media prowess could very well give her an edge in the competition.
3. A Comedic Force
A good sense of humor has proven to be an asset in The Circle, and Michelle has that in spades. In fact, she’s a stand-up comedian who has been performing for several years.
4. A Personal Invitation to The Circle
Ever wondered how contestants are chosen for The Circle? In Michelle’s case, the producers reached out to her directly. In an interview with Parade, she shared, “I was just minding my own business with my family. I was doing stand-up comedy and doing little tours here and there. And I got a call that said, ‘We loved your stand-up. We think you would be great on the show. What do you think?'” After watching the show, Michelle jumped at the chance for a break from her daily routine.
5. A Strategy in Mind
While some contestants on The Circle prefer to wing it, Michelle entered the competition with a plan. She told Parade, “I tried to pick out the most genuine-looking picture. And, obviously, that doesn’t always work. I went for someone that I could nurture, that I could get close to, that would have missed their mom or miss their family.” She knew that missing family would be a common sentiment among contestants, and she aimed to capitalize on that.
6. YouTube Presence
TikTok isn’t the only platform where you can find Michelle. She also has a YouTube channel, where she mostly shares her TikTok videos. Although her channel currently has fewer than 4,000 subscribers, that number is likely to grow as more viewers discover her on YouTube.
7. Merch Maven
Fans of Michelle will be thrilled to know that she has her own line of merchandise. Her collection includes t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, bags, and more, featuring either her image or some of her popular quotes.
8. Positivity Personified
In a world filled with negativity, Michelle stands out as a beacon of positivity. Her glass-half-full attitude is not only refreshing but also serves her well during her time on The Circle.
9. A Fan of Fellow Circle Contestant, Lee
After being approached for The Circle, Michelle watched the first two seasons. When asked which previous contestant she’d like to share an apartment with, she chose Lee Swift, believing they would get along “so well”.
10. Brand Ambassador Extraordinaire
A large social media following can open doors to lucrative opportunities in the real world. Thanks to her online presence, Michelle has become a brand ambassador, earning money by promoting various products.
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