BURBANK – May 12, 2008 – NBC will introduce “Momma’s Boys,” a new reality series to be executive-produced by Ryan Seacrest (“American Idol”) and Andrew Glassman (“Average Joe”) centering on a group of mothers who must help choose the perfect bride for their complacent sons — and ultimately, the series poses the question: “Who is really the most important woman in every man’s life?” The series will premiere on the heels of NBC’s All-American Summer and the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing. The announcement was made today by Craig Plestis, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment.

In “Momma’s Boys,” love is in the air but the story is told from a new television perspective — because first, the women will have to get by mom.

Conflict results when numerous mothers and their eligible bachelor sons are housed together with several “brides-to-be.” As the tension mounts, viewers will watch the controlling mothers search for their son’s perfect mate.

Some of the possible brides are “nice girls” — while others might not be as appealing to the mothers. As expected, rivalries are formed, drama mounts and emotion builds as crucial choices must be made.

“Ryan is an entrepreneur and multimedia star who can promote the series on massive platforms in unprecedented ways,” said Plestis. “NBC knows that this buzz-worthy concept is in good hands with Ryan and Andrew on-board as creative executive producers.”

“Anytime I make a decision either personally or professionally, I have to ask myself…what would my mother say? Like it or not, I am a true Momma’s Boy. She is the most important woman in my life and she is never short of opinions. This series throws Mom right in the middle of all the drama. It’s loud, it’s wild and it’s real. RSP and NBC have developed a strong partnership that allows the opportunity to both promote and create original content across my already existing media platforms,” said Seacrest.

“Momma’s Boys is going to be a loud, wild ride of emotions and drama, designed to answer the question – ‘who is really the most important woman, in a man’s life?’ For our moms and for our guys, the stakes couldn’t be higher,” said Glassman.

“Momma’s Boys” is a production of Ryan Seacrest Productions and Glassman Media. Andrew Glassman (“Average Joe”) and Seacrest are the executive producers. Eliot Goldberg will serve as co-executive producer.

Ryan Seacrest Productions is the original content division of Ryan Seacrest Enterprises, focusing on both scripted and non-scripted television production and development for network, cable, syndication and digital outlets. RSP’s mission is to provide innovative and diverse programming with broad appeal to a variety of networks and demographics, as well as capitalize on numerous new media and non-traditional outlets.

RSP has quickly established itself as a full-fledged production entity, with numerous pilots, series and specials in production and development. RSP is currently executive producing, “Denise Richards: It’s Complicated” which is scheduled to debut memorial day 2008. This highly anticipated reality show follows the stunning, high-profile star as she navigates Hollywood, romance and motherhood following a tumultuous year in the tabloid headlines. RSP is also in production on the second season of their hit E! series “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” which premiered in March 2008. The series, which follows the lives of Hollywood socialite Kim Kardashian and her large family, continues to be one of the highest rated series in the network’s history. Prior productions include “Paradise City”, a docu-series set in Las Vegas and “Crash My School”, a one hour special that aired on MTV in June 2007. A slate of new projects at a variety of cable and broadcast networks are currently in the works.

Cara Elizabeth Quici (born May 30, 1985)^[1] is an American singer, songwriter, and actress^[2] born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. She is living in New York City and Los Angeles now.

Early life

Quici began singing church hymns at the age of 4. She also participated in school musicals and band where she was the first-chair flautist. Quici's family owned and operated a pro-sound, lighting, and DJ equipment business for over 30 years in Texas. Quici's father is a guitarist.

Career

Career beginnings

As a teenager, Quici signed with Infinity Model and Talent Agency in Texas. She later competed at the International Modeling and Talent Association (IMTA) Convention in Hollywood, California,^[3] and at several Universal Cheerleaders Association competitions. On her 18th birthday, she moved to New York City, and later set up residence in Los Angeles, CA, splitting her time between the two cities.

2009-Present

Music

Quici trained for her first professional recording sessions with Oksana Kolesnikova at the Oksana School of Music and Musician's Institute, and with Carol Rogers in Hollywood.^[4]

Quici has written over 30 songs with top producers and writers across the country. Her first single, "Away From You", was produced by Max Gousse and Billboard Hot 100 producer Fuego. "Away From You (Jump Smokers Remix)" reached the number 27 on the Dance Billboard charts.^[5]

Quici's unreleased songs "Adios", "OAI" and "Clone" were featured on four episodes of CMT's hit show Southern Nights.^[6]

Her single "Fight", a remake of the Beastie Boys' classic "Fight For Your Right (To Party)", was released in 2013 and became available on iTunes in 2014.^[7] The music video, featuring Dennis Rodman, reached over a million views within two weeks of its release.^[8] In February/March 2014, Quici was the number-one most active independent artist in US TOP 40 radio rotation for four weeks straight.^[9]

Quici releases her music through her own label, QMH Records.^[10] In early 2015, Quici began recording her debut EP.

Television appearances

Quici was interviewed on the Playboy Morning Show in 2013.^[11]

In 2012, Quici appeared on Season 5 of The Real Housewives of New York City as the entertainment. She was also featured performing live in 2012 on Bravo TV's "Watch What Happens Live" hosted by Andy Cohen season 7, episode 22.^[12] She appeared in 2009 on The Millionaire Matchmaker, where she declared herself a Scientologist. [1]

She appeared on the Howard Stern show as a contestant for the "Dumb As a Rock" contest.^[13] She also portrayed a nurse on two episodes of Scrubs in 2009.^[14]

Press coverage

Quici has been featured in Maxim,^[15] Esquire, and FHM.^[16]

CARA, who previously used her full name Cara Quici, is no stranger to the music industry and is now trademarked as CARA. CARA charted on dance radio with ‘Away From You’ Jump Smokers remix, followed by her second release, ‘Fight’ which made it to Top 40 radio Nationally. “Fight” a remake of the Beastie Boys’ Fight For Your Right To Party, was the most spun track by an independent artist on Top-40 radio across the Nation for 3 weeks straight. After working consistently on her music, CARA has written her debut album, Kush Kronicles. The first single off the album, "CARA KUSH" features Gangsta Boo from Three 6 Mafia.

BURBANK – May 12, 2008 – NBC will introduce “Momma’s Boys,” a new reality series to be executive-produced by Ryan Seacrest (“American Idol”) and Andrew Glassman (“Average Joe”) centering on a group of mothers who must help choose the perfect bride for their complacent sons — and ultimately, the series poses the question: “Who is really the most important woman in every man’s life?” The series will premiere on the heels of NBC’s All-American Summer and the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing. The announcement was made today by Craig Plestis, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment.