Claim to Fame is a new reality show on ABC that features 12 contestants who are related to famous celebrities. The twist is that they have to keep their celebrity connections a secret from each other, while trying to guess who the others are related to. The last one standing wins $100,000.
The show is hosted by Kevin and Frankie Jonas, who are also unaware of the contestants’ identities. The contestants can use fake names and lie about their backgrounds, but they also have to participate in challenges that may reveal clues about their celebrity relatives.
One of the most intriguing contestants on the show is Pepper, a blonde woman who claims to be a singer and songwriter. She has been dropping hints that her grandparent was a Rat Pack singer, an orange-in-ale drinker, and a red pocket square wearer. But who is Pepper related to in Claim to Fame?
The Case for Dean Martin
Many fans of the show have speculated that Pepper is related to Dean Martin, one of the most famous members of the Rat Pack, along with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. Dean Martin was known for his smooth voice, his comedic skills, and his love for alcohol. He often wore a red pocket square as part of his signature style.
According to Distractify, some fans have also found Pepper’s Instagram account, which has since been deleted. The account had a link to an article that mentioned Pepper as Dean Martin’s granddaughter. The article also said that Pepper owned an Airbnb property in Utah that Dean Martin used to visit.
Pepper’s real name is reportedly Pepper Martin, and she is the daughter of Ricci Martin, Dean Martin’s late son who was also a singer. Ricci Martin died in 2016 at the age of 62.
The Other Possibilities
While Dean Martin seems to be the most likely candidate for Pepper’s celebrity relative, there are some other possibilities as well. Some fans have suggested that Pepper could be related to other Rat Pack singers, such as Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford, or Joey Bishop.
Some fans have also noticed that Pepper bears a resemblance to some actresses, such as Anne Hathaway, Maya Rudolph, Drew Barrymore, Bebe Neuwirth, and Shelley Duvall. However, none of these actresses have a direct connection to the Rat Pack, so they are less plausible options.
The Final Reveal
The only way to find out for sure who Pepper is related to in Claim to Fame is to watch the show until the end. Pepper has managed to avoid being guessed or eliminated so far, but she may face more challenges as the competition gets tougher.
Will Pepper be able to keep her secret until the end? Or will someone figure out her celebrity connection and send her home? Tune in to Claim to Fame on ABC every Sunday at 10 pm ET/PT to find out.
