Biggest Loser will hold casting in Cincy

NBC's popular reality series, "The Biggest Loser," is launching a nine-city, cross-country search will be searching for new contestants in Cincinnati.

The casting will take place Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Planet Fitness at 11755 Princeton Pike in Cincinnati.

Teams of two (spouses, siblings, parent/adult child, best friends, co-workers) who have at least 80 lbs to lose are encouraged to apply for the new season, according to a press release. Former "Biggest Loser" contestants will be making appearances at casting calls in some of the audition cities.

Casting producers are looking for outgoing and charismatic teams of two to compete for a grand prize of $250,000, according to the release. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and legal residents of the U.S.

People will not be allowed to line up prior to three hours before the start of the open call. Candidates should bring a photo of themselves and their partners.

For people who are unable to attend a casting call, information on how to apply to the show and submit a videotape is available at www.nbc.com/casting and www.thebiggestlosercasting.com.