The Cut is a 1998 MTV talent series hosted by TLC member Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes. MTV's The Cut, was a precursor of sorts to American Idol. A handful of would-be pop stars, rappers, and rock bands competed against each other and were judged. The show's final winner, which ended up being a male-female rap duo named Silky, was promised a record deal and MTV's funding to produce a music video, which would enter MTV's heavy rotation.
Anastacia then unknown singer-dancer, came in 2nd place in the competition, but was still signed to a record label in 1998.
| Created By | Adam Tyler | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Ended | |
| Original Name | The Cut | |
| First Air Date | — | |
| Last Air Date | — | |
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| Episode Runtime | 30min | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | — | |
| Production Companies | MTV Networks | |
| Networks | MTV | |