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Summary

. In August, filming began for the reality show *Taste of America*, hosted by Yang Rui and Scarlett Johnson. Yang Rui, a rising star as the youngest head coach in NBA history, drew significant attention, especially from Chinese fans. The show featured them tasting unique dishes in New York, New Jersey, and Chicago, and it quickly gained popularity after airing as a pilot on NBC's Food Channel. Their casual and enjoyable on-screen chemistry made the show appealing, leading to increased customers at the restaurants they featured. Despite their lack of prior experience in food programming, both hosts loved eating, which contributed to their natural performances. Yang Rui became known as the "Number One Foodie in Basketball," while Scarlett's fame also rose due to her previous work in Hollywood. As they explored various cuisines, including awkward encounters with sashimi, they completed 20 episodes, with the final edit set to air on October 15. By mid-September, the show wrapped up, and Yang Rui prepared to move to Toronto after his apartment lease expired. He and Xi Bo Du settled into a new place near the arena, but the NBA season faced a lockout, leaving fans frustrated and the media critical. Yang Rui chose to avoid involvement in the labor negotiations, recognizing the complexities and potential fallout of such matters. .

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