It was alleged in the Daily Mirror that Jason Donovan held up filming for this episode. The newspaper reported (24th April 1990): "HEART-THROB Jason Donovan delayed shooting of Channel 4's Star Test because he spent a marathon 90 minutes putting on his make-up. Technicians twiddled their thumbs while the Aussie star slapped panstick on his delicate blond features. Says one bemused insider: "Everyone needs some make-up before appearing on TV but Jason's was ridiculous. I've never seen so much. It was caked on." The delay had a knock-on effect with Jason arriving late for other interviews at Thames TV and Capital Radio. You can see whether it was worth it when the show is broadcast early next month."