Claim to Fameseason 3 has come to an end, buta romance is just beginning for Hud Mellencamp and Mackenzie Adkins, who placed second and third respectively to winner Adam Christoferson in the finale. During the finale, Adam was revealed to be singer Michael Bolton’s nephew after he correctly guessed that Mackenzie was related to country singer and actor Trace Adkins (she’s his daughter) and Hud was singer John Mellencamp’s relative (he’s his son). ThroughoutClaim to Fameseason 3, Mackenzie and Hud had a sweet relationship that left everyone wondering if they’re dating in the real world.
“We’re just hanging out, seeing what happens.”
In an interview withPeople,Mackenzie and Hud confirmed that they’ve seen each other several times since the show ended. Hud shared,“We’re just hanging out, seeing what happens.“Mackenzie revealed,“He visited me a few times in Nashville. I visited him. Yeah, going well.“She also shared that she was"so excited” about the show because, as all of the contestants have celebrity relatives, she felt,“these people will just get me.“Mackenzie added,“Especially Hud, because both of us, it’s our dad, and they’re both musicians. It’s just very similar. It’s been amazing, so much fun getting to know everyone.”
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Mackenzie & Hud’s Fathers Meet At Claim To Fame Finale Watch Party
Mackenzie Hosted The Watch Party At Her Home
Hud revealed that his father, John, was flying to Nashville to Mackenzie’s home for aClaim to Fameseason 3 finale watch partywith the rest of the cast and contestants from earlier seasons. He said,“We’re doing a little party thing, Mackenzie’s hooked it all up.“Neither Mackenzie nor Hud told their fathers if they won the show, but Mackenzie’s dad, Trace, was convinced that she did. She revealed that he said,“You wouldn’t be having all these people coming to visit you if you didn’t win. There’s no way … Hud’s coming down with his dad. You won. Easy.”
Mackenzie and Hud worked very well together on the showas they put their heads together to figure out their fellow contestants' celebrity relatives, including Shane (Marlon Brando), but their competitive sides came out during the final challenge. While the original goal was to target Adam, whenMackenzie began to focuson Hud, he shifted his target to her. They ended up exposing each other’s clues, and allowing Adam to win the challenge, from which he almost had to withdraw due to a head injury. In the end, Adam guessed both of them correctly, and wonClaim to Fameseason 3.
While Mackenzie andHud didn’t winClaim to Fameseason 3, they might have gained something even better in their relationship with each other. They really did seem to get along well on the show. Their montage set toClaim to Fameseason 1 runner-up Logan Crosby’s song “Girl Next Door,” was very sweet. It was adorable when Mackenzie blushed while talking about Hud. They have so much in common because their fathers are both very famous and successful singers.Hopefully, Mackenzie and Hud will continue to explore their relationship and eventually live happily ever after.
Claim To Fame
Cast
Claim to Fame is a reality television competition series that brings together lesser-known celebrity relatives. These contestants must live together and compete in challenges, while keeping their identities and celebrity family members a secret. Hosted by brothers Kevin and Frankie Jonas, the show awards $100,000 to the last contestant standing.
