TV Guide polled and the people have spoken: 94% people think Jon Gosselin is a major bag of douche. So, I’m just still curious as to why he is being given his own show Divorced Douches Dads Club.
Sources are saying Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler are secretly hooking up on the set of their movie The Bounty Hunter. This had better be a lie. I never liked Jennifer anyway, but if this is true I’ll have to hurt her, and I do hate to resort to violence.
Speaking of desperate Jen, there’s evidence her romance with Gerard is a rebound: friends are saying she feels “screwed over” by Bradley Cooper, after they went out for dinner and she confessed her crush on him and he returned the feelings by almost immediately taking off with Renee Zellwegger. Who, let’s be honest, is about one tenth as pretty as Jen.
Break up rumors circling around Britney Spears and her agent Jason Trawick are false. Insiders say the couple is going strong, but are choosing to keep things low key and paparazzi-free.
From the looks of a photo taken at LAX Sunday night, it’s being speculated that Colin Farrell’s girlfriend, Alicia Bahleda, is pregnant. Well, a speculated congratulations, then.
Apparently cheating louse on/off boyfriend Scott Disick helped Kourtney Kardashian decide to keep her baby. She admists she considered abortion, but thanks to the support of family, friends, and the same guy who she dumped for having another girlriend in NY, she made the choice to have the baby, and now is back together with Dick Disick. Yay?
August 21st, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
While it admittably slowed to a borderline painful crawl at its end, who didn’t, at least in the beginning, love Dharma ang Greg? It was a trite concept, the wild Bohemian girl with the conservative WASP husband. But the cast made it work, they made the trite characters real peole, people we loved to watch. So it’s with a bit of excitement that I tell you Jenna Elfman is finally coming back to television, on CBS’ new Accidentally on Purpose.
It’s another trite concept, though easily a more modern and perhaps less tired trite concept. Elfman plays Billie, a film critic who gets pregnant from a one night stand - with a younger guy, by the way. She’s still trudging through a break-up with her boss, who doesn’t want the break to happen, when the pregnancy strikes. She decides to move in with the father, “boy toy” (CBS’ words, not mine), Zack, played by Jon Foster - but just platonically, so they can take a wack at this parenting thing together as friends. Ahem::RossAndRachel::Ahem. Whatever. The younger guy thing will shake it up, plus the fact that Elfman is undeniably adorable. She brings warmth, energy, humanity, and likability to every role she plays. Ever seeing Keeping the Faith with Ed Norton and Ben Stiller? Check it out. Elfman plays the eternal “cool girl,” a teenage boy’s dream. Anyway, the show will follow along as Billie’s sister and friend support her and look forward to this milestone, while Zack’s friends turn the living arrangement into a frat house. Obviously sexual tension and relationship questions ensue between Billie and Zack. Ya know, if they had to make Knocked Up into a TV show, I’m glad they put Elfman up to the task. So, will you watch?
Accidentally on Purpose premiers Monday, September 21st at 8:30PM on CBS.
August 19th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
Latest Gossip…
Faker! Allegedly, Paula Abdul is actually working on coming back to American Idol. Seems this whole quitting business was just a scare tactic to call un-negotiating producers’ bluffs. It will be interesting to see if this works.
Speaking of pulling 180’s and fakers, it’s rumored that there may be a reconciliation and reunion between Kim Kardashian and recent ex Reggie Bush. Is it really all just for publicity, people?
La Toya Jackson is in talks to appear on Dancing With the Stars. Saw that coming. Also trying to arrange to compete on the show? Audrina Patridge. It’s harder to fit her into the line up of contestants, since there needs to be space for the person who winds her up.
Thom Yorke of Radiohead has declared that there may not be another album from the legendary band, at least not any time soon. This is because the creative process of making another album would “just kill” the members of the band. Oh, Thom, of course it would, we understand. It’s not a band’s job to write songs and feel emotions and then, my goodness, record them. How could anyone expect that of - oh, wait. Well, it’s not the first time Thom has made a statement implying he views himself as some under-appreciated messiah of music.
No matter how much they deny it, it’s pretty clear Bradley Cooper and Renee Zellwegger are a couple. They were seen getting on a flight to Barcelona together, presumably for a romantic holiday. I don’t get everyone’s deal, I don’t see what’s so likable about her…chipmunk cheeks and a sedated personality? Whatever floats your boat.
So, last week, Michael Douglas’ son, Cameron, was busted - not for the first time - for drugs. Shocking for the offspring of such a class act, Cameron was dealing crystal meth through the mail. Well, now, his girlfriend, Kelly Sott, has been busted for trying to smuggle her stand up guy heroin, hidden in an electric toothbrush. Cute.
August 12th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
Just as summer is the season for big movie releases, fall is the season for new TV. Everyone who’s been out all summer doing things like seeing those big blockbuster movies are now staying in and turning to the television for entertainment. And so the networks put the reruns and the copious amonts of reality TV aside for a moment while they debut the shows we’ve been buzzing about all summer.
This year, we’re seeing that blockbuster mentality hit our small screens. We’re seeing a lot of action and drama. The trailer for ABC’s Flash Forward looks like the trailer for Michael Bay’s next flick. But no, it’s a television show that, instead of being packed into an hour and a half, will be spread out for an hour, week after week, storyline after storyline. So, is that a good thing or a bad thing?
The pilot sets the stage: we meet our cast of characters (including Harold from Harold and Kumar! Ok, fine, he’d probably prefer we call him by his real name, John Cho) as a catastrophic global event occurs, and everyone blacks out for two minutes. It turns out that during that two minutes, everyone has some sort of glimpse into their futures. The rest of the show will focus on our cast trying to solve the mysteries of what they saw, come to terms with their futures, and/or change them. Obviously the show will delve into more detail and depth, getting to know each character and those around him or her, making the future he or she saw that much more powerful to us, the viewers.
The show premieres Thursday, September 24th at 8PM EST on ABC. Check it out! If anything, the first episode will definitely be entertaining and seemingly edge-of-the-seat dramatic.
August 11th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
I’d like you to meet The Better World. The name is not a coincidence, this band is blazing a trail in rock and roll that could just be a new face of – or the better world of, if you will – music today. The trio from Bergen County, New Jersey, Matt Coban on vocals and guitar, Justin Miskowski on guitar, and Elli Rothenburg on drums, are simultaneously bringing us back to the roots of rock and roll while representing the genre’s next generation. They keep it simple, but that’s a good thing. It’s straightforward, honest rock. Their new album, Broken Memories, produced by Jason Corsaro (Soundgarden, Buckcherry) and mastered by Howie Weinburg (Nirvana, U2), takes you on a roller coaster of fist pumping rocking out to lyrics that catch you off guard with how emotional and relatable they are. You can put this one album on whether you’re looking for it to accompany your good time, or if you’re looking to mellow out and get lost in the music.
This is a trio of undeniably talented musicians, who know how to take that talent and weave it into music that can reach out and grab even the unlikeliest fan. It’s hard to find such strong songwriting in music now, to find an album complete with songs that each stand on their own with powerful melodies and poetic but real lyrics. You won’t be skipping any tracks. The album is packed with every element you want from music, from the catchier hook of “It’s Alright” that could easily take over the radio waves, to the in-your-face, angst-ridden, tear-it-up “Only One.” My personal favorite? “Empty Promises.” A Led Zeppelin-esque guitar hook leads us to a pretty ballad with an even prettier chorus that you won’t be able to resist singing along to - but don’t feel bad if you don’t sound as good as Coban: his hoarse, rock-and-roll-soaked voice gives the sweet melody some edge.
Check the band out at www.myspace.com/thebetterworld, where you can check out their scheduled shows, get more information on the band, and follow their rise to the top. Their page contains all sorts ogf great stuff, like where to vote for them to be named The Next Big Thing, where their latest mentions in the media are, and when to catch their songs on what radio stations. You can download their music on iTunes, so get to it!
August 6th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
Jessica Simpson will be starting a lingerie line. Well, why wouldn’t she be?
In similar fashion mockery news, Miley Cyrus is teaming up with Max Azria to design a line for WalMart. Thank goodness.
Paris Hilton and Doug Reinhardt are back together. And nobody cares.
Cute actress and daughter of Ron Howard, Bryce Dallas Howard, will replace the suddenly fired Rachelle Lefevre as some vampiress in the Twilight series. I don’t know any more about this or the Twilight movies, because I have a life.
After having three children with her, Mark Wahlberg finally married his long time girlfriend Rhea Durham. Which is nice. The bride wore white. Cat’s outta the bag, Rhea.
You have to get the new issue of Vanity Fair. Even if you don’t care much about Ryan O’Neal, his interview is scandalous. Do you know the second he put his longtime love, Farrah’s coffin into the hearse, he started to hit on the woman who had just approached him? Classy, right? It gets better - it was his daughter, Tatum, who he hadn’t seen in a few years. Oy. He also talks about regretting having some of his children. He is furious with Tatum for writing a tell-all book (what do you call what you’re doing, Ry?), and actually says he hates his own son, Griffin. Sketchy.
August 4th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
The lesser Kardashian sisters’ spin-off, Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami will premier on E! on Sunday, August 16th. Watch as the attention hungry girls, given a consolation prize so they’ll shut up about how jealous they are of Kim, open their store in Miami, while no one cares.
Speaking of the family famous for reasons unknown, the rumor being spread now is that Kanye West had something to do with the break up between Kim and football player Reggie Bush. Apparently Reggie found some racy texts from Kanye. How random. Apparently in Hollywood, you need nothing more in common than fame to hang out.
In movie news…Grindhouse director Robert Rodriguez is working on a new film, MacHete with stars like Robert DeNiro, Michelle Rodriguez, Steven Seagal, and Jonah Hill. He now wants to ruin that nice cast and embarrass these actors by making them share the screen with Lindsey Lohan. For shame, Robert. For shame.
The new act rumored to be filling in for Michael Jackson’s booked concert dates in London is Robbie Williams and Whitney Houston. The only thinkg I can think of these two possibly having in common is a certain recreational habit. Could be a good show, though.
This is, for lack of a better word, sucky to hear: apparently Seth Rogen and Judd Apatow are “displeased” with Katherine Heigl, as they reported on Howard Stern’s show. She had complained how Knocked Up made men seem lovable and women seem like stupid shrews. Well, now Seth and Judd point out how her new movie The Ugly Truth, paints an even deeper shade of shrew. Judd tries to give her the benefit of the doubt saying she had been doing interviews all day, and was probably tired and didn’t mean quite what she said. Seth threw up his actor defenses, though, reasoning that he had never said anything like that in his day-long interview marathons. Aw, Katie H., stop burning bridges. You’re so cute onscreen.
Amy Winehouse’s father reports the singer has been drug-free since December! Good for her. She still has a battle with alcohol ahead of her, but it’s a start. And it looks hopeful, because it’s way harder to hide alcohol in your beehive.
The men who had attempted to break into the home of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick’s surrogate last month have been arrested. And guess what. They’re cops. Martins Ferry Police Chief Barry Carpenter, Bridgeport Police Chief Chad Dojak, and the son of the Bridgeport mayor (not a cop) were all arrested for their paparazzi, money-hungry ways. Stay classy, Ohio police.
July 31st, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
Do you remember this girl?
We live in a time of fame. The twenty-first century has ushered in a phenomenon of fame without work. Because of our reality television, contest television shows, and desire to always know more about even slightly public figures, we have celebrities who aren’t even actors, singers, athletes, etc. People just like us are well known. And this isn’t to say that these people don’t deserve it (though some don’t, aka Heidi and Spencer, Audrina Patridge, etc.). But this dynamic is why we know Alexis Cohen.
Alexis Cohen, 23, originally from Allentown, Pennsylvania, appeared on the seventh season of American Idol, and her audition was constantly replayed throughout the season because of her spunk and attitude. She was remembered for not having the best singing voice, but for making some great television by not being afraid to speak her mind to the judges. She became a sort of comic relief for that season - but no one was laughing at her, we were laughing with her. Whether it seemed like it or not, Alexis was in on the joke.
Alexis was killed Saturday, July 25th, 2009 in Seaside Heights, NJ - taken away much, much too young. The case is getting attention not only because we know Alexis, but because the driver, Daniel Bark, fled the scene and is now being charged with hit-and-run. He may also be charged with aggravated manslaughter and death by auto. The young woman was walking to get something to eat when she was struck and killed.
If one good thing comes out of our increased value on fame, it’s that we get to know people like Alexis, and that we can remember her - what little we knew of her - when she is wrongfully taken away. Our thoughts go out to her family.
July 28th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
Upon release of her latest single, “Already Gone,” Kelly Clarkson is being accused of copying the song after Beyonce’s “Halo.” But Clarkson stated she wrote the song long ago, long before “Halo” was ever released. Even so, when she heard “Halo,” she tried to stop her record label from releasing the song as a single - to no avail. But now, it’s coming out that Beyonce heard “Already Gone,” had “Halo” written and rushed to get it released first. Them’s fightin’ words. It seems Kelly’s trying to take the high road in the conflict. Wonder if you’ll even hear her perform the song in concert.
As per usual, Avril Lavigne has been spotted partying hard and messy without her husband, Sum 41 singer Derek Whibley. It’s now been reported that the washed-up poppy punk singer will release another album this November 17. It’s hard to believe she has any time to work with all that clubbing. The album undoubtedly be borderline disastrous.
After training for a year (oh dear Lord, really?), Katie Holmes finally performed her version of “Get Happy” on So You Think You Can Dance? The verdict’s in, and no one thinks Katie can dance. In fact, people were literally shocked at how bad it was for someone who’s been training for so long. Look at what people on these shows, like Dancing With the Stars, can learn in a week. Maybe now she’ll just go back to acting. Oh, wait, she can’t do that, either.
That was fast - or was it overdue? Leann Rimes and husband Dean Sheremet have separated. Um, duh, Dean. Maybe you reacted quickly to last week’s events, but this was a long time coming.
Jude Law is in trouble - big trouble - if this is true. He allegedly hit a female paparazzo, Harsha Gopal, in a group of the photogs clamoring for pictures and answers to their questions. Now, they’ve got evidence of the hand-to-face contact since everyone has a camera, but now we’ll see what the circumstances were - hope it was an accident!
July 27th, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
What’s the most interesting part of celebrity gossip? Their love lives, obviously. You know you skim through the rest to get to the good stuff - entertainment news, their new movies, blah, blah, blah - so here’s to chutting to the chase.
Lily Allen, the young British singer who likes older men, has gone a lot older with silver not-so-foxy fox, world-renowned artist Damien Hirst. He’s too old, too intelligent, and probably too sober for her.
In a rebound from his recent split with wife Katie Lee, who is 27, Billy Joel is finally dating someone his own age: 50-year-old Alex Donnelly from The Young and the Restless. Way to go, Billy, watch as this one might actually work out!
Millionaire Matchmaker Patti Stanger finally walked the walk when her boyfriend of six years, Andy Friedman, proposed. At least now her clients can’t call her out for not even being hitched herself.
Remember when Eddie Cibrian and Leann Rimes were caught having an affair on the set of their Lifetime movie, when both of them were married? Well, both first denied it, then admitted it and went off to work on fixing their marriages. Uh oh, looks like Eddie and Leann can’t quite each other! His wife, Brandi Glanville has publicly outed them, and called off the “working it out,” claiming Leann and Eddie deserve each other. They do, those hos. Looks like Brandi let the cat outta the bag for Leann, too, though, wonder what’ll happen with her marriage?
Apparently the straw that broke the camel’s back in Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo’s relationship was her 29th birthday party. She had been putting the heat on him for a ring, and then wanted a Barbie and Ken themed birthday bash - well, he snapped, as any self-respecting gentleman would. You’re safe now, Tony. From John to Tony, when will this broad learn to let the guy realize he’s ready for marriage, too?
Lindsey Lohan and Samantha Ronson are at it again, back together off and on only to have large public brawls. Oh, gag me with a long, skinny lesbian.
Rumor has it that Cameron Diaz is dating both Jude Law and Leonardo DiCaprio. If this is true, I’m killing her and wearing her skin. Also, Leo just broke up with his on/off model girlfriend Bar Rafaeli. Diaz is obviously pretty, but really? She must have a fantastic “personality.”
July 23rd, 2009 by Courtney Iseman | Posted in News | Comments (0)
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