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March 2008
Dancing with the Stars - Jumping jives and topless tangos
Ignore what it says up there, this one’s by guest blogger Katie Wedell!
After last week’s unprecedented - I think they want us to gasp here - double elimination, the stars all seemed ready to bring it this week.
Tom seemed ready for action as well with awkward references to 900 numbers and mirror balls - but back to the dancing.
Marlee Matlin & Fabian Sanchez - Dancing the Jive
My Take - Underwhelming, but Marlee looked gorgeous!
Carrie Ann Inaba - Declared she’s getting nit-picky and then something about pancake hands. Score 7
Len Goodman - Thought it was sharp. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - Lost the timing a couple of times. Score 7
Steve Guttenberg & Anna Trebunskaya - Dancing the man-on-man tango - “I love dancing the tango with Jonathan. He’s very hairy.”
My Take - There was more chemistry between Steve and Jonathan.
Carrie Ann Inaba - “Your best dance so far.” Score 7
Len Goodman - Footwork was fantastic. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - “Mean, madly, manly!” Score 7
Cristian De La Fuente & Cheryl Burke - Dancing the Jive
My Take - Made me smile, especially when Cristian kicked out a stage light on the final pose.
Carrie Ann Inaba - Sparked some debate when she said Cristian’s arm looks like a little claw. Score 8
Len Goodman - Arms and legs were loose. Score 8
Bruno Tonioli - “;Are you on rocket fuel tonight?” Score 9
Mario & Karina Smirnoff - Dancing the Tango
My Take - Mario looked more confident than Karina - but then almost danced into the lap of a horrified audience member.
Carrie Ann Inaba - “When you dance you have style.” Score 7
Len Goodman - It was a mess. Score 6
Bruno Tonioli - “You can do better, but I didn’t think it was a pile of…” and then Bruno almost got bleeped. Score 8
Shannon Elizabeth & Derek Hough - Dancing the Jive
My Take - From the cartwheels to the last kicks I absolutely loved it!
Carrie Ann Inaba - “Every time you come out here you surprise us.” Score 8
Len Goodman - “What I saw tonight was a really good jive.” Score 8
Bruno Tonioli - Apparently loves a girl who goes all the way. Score 8
Adam Carolla & Julianne Hough - Dancing the Tango - “I Googled Tango…it’s about prostitutes and pimps.”
My Take - Actually liked the tango - hated Julianne’s costume.
Carrie Ann Inaba - “Adam Carolla was quite sexy out there.” Score 7
Len Goodman - Congratulated Julianne on making Adam look like a dancer. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - Adam’s getting better. Score 7
Marissa Jaret Winokur & Tony Dovolani - “It’s fast, it’s flicky, it’s kicky,” - It’s the Jive.
My Take - An Avril Lavigne song and sparkly argyle - I think she’s out this week.
Carrie Ann Inaba - “That was boring.” Score 6
Len Goodman - A little bit careful. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - “It was like a jive on cruise control.” Score 6
Priscilla Presley & Louis Van Amstel - Dancing a tantalizing Tango
My Take - Wow! My grandmother never wore a red, sequined garter. Awesome!
Carrie Ann Inaba -“I was mesmerized by you.” Score 8
Len Goodman - “Passion, drama, fire and ice!” Score 9
Bruno Tonioli -“The hot cougar tango!” Score 9
Jason Taylor & Edyta Sliwinska - Dancing the Jive
My Take - Who can pay attention to footwork when Jason is wearing tight pants and Edyta is wearing - not a lot.
Carrie Ann Inaba - Thinks Jason’s lines are breathtaking. Score 8
Len Goodman - “No jive action in it.” And then something about roosters and feathers. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - “What can I say, I liked it.” Score 8
Kristi Yamaguchi & Mark Ballas - Dancing the Tango
My Take - Just give them the mirror ball thing already.
Carrie Ann Inaba - Kristi’s technique is amazing, but CA wants some more emotion. Score 9
Len Goodman - A great routine. Score 9
Bruno Tonioli -“I want you to be a dirty girl.” Score 9
Who do you think is going home this week? Did you vote? Do you miss Craig?
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How to look like an American Idol: Latest Update
If you’re ready to look like an American Idol contestant - would you know where to start?
According to the stylist to the Idol wannabes, Miles Siggins, it takes a lot of time digging through boutiques and about $400 per week for each contestant.
While the show provides the stylist - the stylist only provides advice for the contestants, nothing else. The contestants get the final say about what they’re going to wear each week.
In a recent interview with TVGuide TV, Siggins says little has changed since the beginning of American Idol and the wardrobe process expect the budget. Today the budget is nearly double that of the beginning show’s budget.
One question remains… who’s dressing Paula Abdul these days? Those gloves and that ripped up dress thingy she was wearing on Tuesday (MAR 25) was followed up a very glamorous looking outfit - what stylist would do that - I’m just say’n.
American Idol Updates - Photos and more
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Is Tyra ready to exit ‘Top Model’ ? Reality On TV Update
The latest advertising campaign for ‘America’s Next Top Model’ has Tyra Banks, host of the show, holding a whip and looking quite mean. If the media reports are true, there little chance the advertising department could have known how meaningful that image may have been.
MSNBC, OK Magazine and others are reporting that tensions are brewing between Diva Tyra and Diva Jay Manuel, the photo shoot creative director and host of the ‘Top Model’ running in Canada.
A show insider tells OK Magazine, “the hostess with the mostest, Tyra Banks, and photographer Jay Manuel are this-close to having a catfight on the catwalk. Tyra Banks is not getting along with Jay Manuel. She thinks he has become a diva and is ungrateful to her for making him a star. The way she sees it, it’s thanks to her that he now has a makeup line, a show on Style Network and hosts Canada’s version of Top Model.”
The same insider is reported as saying, “Tyra barely interacts with the contestants and only wants to show up on judging day.”
For fans of the show, the most shocking revelation came when the insider was quoted as saying, “She wants another supermodel to replace her for cycle 13 so she can focus on her other projects.”
In recent weeks, Tyra’s been on the cover of Entertainment Weekly and was quoted as saying, ”Oprah Winfrey is a mogul. Martha Stewart is a mogul. I’m probably a mogul in the making. I’m almost there.” I guess Oprah and Martha should be on the lookout - Remember, Tyra’s got a whip - and I’m sure she knows how to use it.
Since Janice Dickinson, supermodel diva in her own right, already has a show who could/would take over the show? Jay perhaps? Would we even watch? Is anyone watching now?
I’m just waiting for the catfight on the catwalk between diva Jay and diva Tyra…
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Latest Update: Ejected ‘American Idol’ contestant makes it big
Winning ‘American Idol’ isn’t the only way to make it into the music business. The New York post and others are reporting that Warner Brothers has signed a contract with the American Idol wannabe, Josiah Leming Before Idol, Lemming had been living in his car. His ballads are earthy and filled with the sounds from life’s experiences - I’m looking forward to hearing more.
Congrats Josiah - what a birthday present. Happy 19th Birthday (MAR 26).
http://www.nypost.com/seven/03262008/tv/idoljosiahgetsdeal103545.htm
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Latest Update: American Idol a night of shockers
Only 9 are left after America Votes.
Right off the bat - I’m going to predict Ramiele or Jason will be going home… As the field narrows, each exit becomes more dramatic. So who will it be this week?
30 Millions votes were cast for this week’s contestants.
The show begins with one of those group numbers. I love the group songs! They are often the best part of these reality shows… Or, maybe I’m just reliving my Brady Bunch childhood.
Who will be in the bottom three and who will be safe? Safe for another week are - Brooke White, Carly Smithson, David Archuleta, David Cook, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay, Kristy Lee Cook
In the bottom three - Chikezie (that was a little but of a shocker), Syesha Mercado (another shocker), Jason Castro
Looks like I was wrong… so is America finally tired of Syesha’s acting/singing? Simon tells Chikezie you picked the wrong song. Randy tells Syesha she was brilliant last night(Mar 25).
And… Chikezie goes home… I’m saying what???? really, him????
How wrong was this vote?
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Latest Results: Dancing with the Stars - two go home
Two dancers will be going home! Any guesses…
I’m thinking Adam and Monica - Did the voters get it right?
So are the Jonas Brothers an ABC/Disney promoted group? Why were they there? - Really? I had to fast forward…
I dislike the elimination process that Dancing with the Stars uses. Way to draw out an hour.
The first to go home is not Adam Carolla & Julianne Hough - I was wrong. So it’s got to be Penn Jillette & Kym Johnson - right? yep - first to go home are Penn Jillette & Kym Johnson.
The filler dance number was amazing and fit in with the show - although it was tough to understand the Macy’s connection.
Okay, I have to check who the label is for the Jonas Brothers… it has to have an ABC connection. Here it is - Hollywood Records is their record label that is owned by Disney Music Group.
Finally, the second couple eliminated - Monica Seles & Jonathan Roberts.
Did America get it right?
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Latest Update: ‘American Idol’ Top 10 headed toward the finale
Top 10 take the stage
The theme tonight is songs from “The year they were born.”
Ramiele Malubay
Tonight’s song - Heart’s Alone
My Take - It’s good to know she was sick - she was all over the place
Randy - It’s a little too big of a song choice for you - it was a little pitchy.
Paula - I give you a tremendous amount of credit - you are really sick.
Simon - I don’t think it was as bad as Randy said.
Jason Castro
Tonight’s song - Fragile
My Take - Tonight’s performance may have been one of his best
Randy - I thought it was alright - I’m still waiting to see that jump out vocal performance
Paula - I agree -we didn’t see anything to make us say wow
Simon - I think you had two bad weeks. It was too laid back
Syesha Mercado<
Tonight’s song - ‘If I were your woman’
My Take - Just like Jason - this was one of her best performances so far.
Randy - This is a good moment for you - this is the best I think I’ve every heard you sing
Paula - This is the moment that everyone will remember
Simon - It was the best so far - I don’t think the end part of your song was as strong as Randy thought
Chikezie
Tonight’s song - ‘If only for one night’
My Take - This guy can belt out a ballad. I’m guessing he’s in the top 5 overall
Randy - This went back to an old school -
Paula - I disagree Randy - it’s a good throw back. You did a great job
Simon - I think you sang it well - the performance was cheesy
Brooke White
Tonight’s song - ‘Every breath you take’
My Take - Not a performance that made me think she’d be the next American Idol.
Randy - It was just okay for me
Paula - I enjoyed this performance so much more than last week
Simon - If you’d just stayed with you on the piano - definitely good enough to keep you around for another week.
Michael Johns
Tonight’s song - Queen
My Take - Pretty strong performance through and through
Randy -Finally you believe in yourself - that was the best performance for me
Paula - This was your shinning moment
Simon - This is the first time with you I saw star potential. - you just got it right - it was the only memorable performance of the night so far
Carly Smithson
Tonight’s song - ‘Total eclipse of the heart’
My Take - Good cover if nothing else - I think she played it pretty safe
Randy - I didn’t love it - it was just okay for me
Paula - I love what you did at the end
Simon - Something didn’t quite work - you were so tense and uptight - something didn’t quite work
David Archuleta
Tonight’s song - ‘You’re the Voice’
My Take - Where did that song come from? I don’t remember that one at all. part of it work and the rest was a little too safe for me.
Randy - It was a strange song choice - you can sing whatever
Paula - You could sing the phone book and we would love it
Simon - I dindn’t like the performance at all - reminiscent of a theme park performance
Kristy Lee Cook
Tonight’s song - ‘God Bless the USA’
My Take - The song fit her - but really it’s Lee Greenwood’s song
Randy - Great song choice - very nice performance
Paula - Very good choice for you
Simon - Your best peformance by a mile
David Cook
Tonight’s song - ‘BIlly Jean’
My Take - Who knew you could slow that song down that much? Yet - somehow it worked - I’m shocked - that may have been the best performance of the night
Randy - I got to say - the most original most bold - you might be the one to win the whole lot - HOT
Paula - I got to tell you - how bold you are - I think you are brilliant
Simon - That was brave - It was amazing
Who do you think will go?
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Dancing with the Stars - Dreams of glory or nightmares of failure?
I know - the title is a bit dramatic - but that’s how the host introduced week two of Dancing with Stars.
Dancing the Mambo or the quick step - the stars or off.
Steve Guttenberg & Anna Trebunskaya -
Dancing the “macho - Mambo - combo
My Take - While he can’t lip sync - this guy can dance!
Carrie Ann Inaba - Wasn’t your best. Score 6
Len Goodman - I have no idea what he was trying to say - It didn’t work for me. Score 5
Bruno Tonioli - The body died. Score 5
Total 16 out of 30
Cristian De La Fuente & Cheryl Burke -
Dancing the Quick Step
My Take - Was it me or was Cheryl doing all the work?
Carrie Ann Inaba - Energy was great - your footwork could be a hair sharper. Score 7
Len Goodman - Your posture was much better - it had a bit of wildness to it. Score 6
Bruno Tonioli - Performance was good. Score 7
Total 20 out of 30 - 41 out of 60 (combine score)
Monica Seles & Jonathan Roberts -
Dancing the Mambo - “I’m going to give it all to the Mambo because I don’t want to go home.”
My Take - The musical number was distracting.
Carrie Ann Inaba - You attacked it. Score 5
Len Goodman - Good Job - Tired your hardest. Score 5
Bruno Tonioli - You have to connect to the music. Score 5
Total 15 out of 30 - 30 out of 60
Penn Jillette & Kym Johnson -
Will it be Big Foot or Shrek?
My Take - I’m thinking he’ll be out this week… Very Still and awkward.
Carrie Ann Inaba - You’ve got great energy out there. Score 6
Len Goodman - You convinced me you had a proper go at the quick step. Score 6
Bruno Tonioli - The footwork was really, really, really bad. Score 5
Total 17 out of 30 - combined 33 out 0f 60
Priscilla Presley & Louis Van Amstel -
Dancing the Mambo - Even grandmothers can do the Mambo
My Take - Best of the night so far. (Is anyone liking her facial work?)
Carrie Ann Inaba - You are so glamourous and sexy. You’ve got it. Score 7
Len Goodman - Once again - what did he say? Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - It was very good and very accomplished. Score7
Total 21 out of 30 - combined 45 out of 60
Shannon Elizabeth & Derek Hough -
Dancing the quick step
My Take - What a difference the right song make! Okay - the pair is the pair to beat so far tonight.
Carrie Ann Inaba - That was a very difficult routine. Score 8
Len Goodman - I thought you did a great job- best dance so far tonight. Score 8
Bruno Tonioli - That’s what dancing is all about. Score 8
Total 24 out of 30 - combine with last week 45 out of 60.
Jason Taylor & Edyta Sliwinska -
I’m going big with the Mambo.
My Take - A little rough - but for a big guy - pretty darn good.
Carrie Ann Inaba - A think you’re a real contender. you’ve got this great energy. Score 9
Len Goodman - You’re a winner. Score 9
Bruno Tonioli - You are the Mambo king tonight. Score 9
Total 27 out of 30 - combined score - 49 out of 60.
Marissa Jaret Winokur & Tony Dovolani -
Isn’t she fun!
My Take - They look like they were having fun - if nothing else.
Carrie Ann Inaba - You are just so much fun to watch. Score 7
Len Goodman - You make me smile - you’re lovely and bubbly. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli - You came out and did a great fun - proper classic quick step. Score 7
Total 21 out of 30 - combined score - 39 out of 60.
Adam Carolla & Julianne Hough -
My Take - Adam’s going home - he might be funny but he can’t dance.
Carrie Ann Inaba - I’m not sure what it was but you gave it your best. Score 6
Len Goodman - It was brilliant. Score 7
Bruno Tonioli -You aren’t a natural dancer. Score 6
Total 19 out of 30 combined 34 out of 60
Marlee Matlin & Fabian Sanchez
My Take - Nice job.
Carrie Ann Inaba - You have this natural way of bringing the dance to life. Score 8
Len Goodman - I think you’ve got potential to go a long way. Score 8
Bruno Tonioli - You have an incredible stage presence. Score 8
Total 24 out of 30 combined 46 out of 60.
Kristi Yamaguchi & Mark Ballas -
My Take - Looks like they saved the best for almost last… WOW
Carrie Ann Inaba - You are so precise. You just nailed everything! Score 9
Len Goodman - You set yourself with really high standards. Score 9
Bruno Tonioli - Fast - sharp - you are right on it. Score 9
Total 27 out of 30 for a combine total of 54 out of 60.
Mario & Karina Smirnoff -
Dancing the quick step.
My Take - The last act was a hard act to follow - but I think they did a pretty good job - and had fun.
Carrie Ann Inaba - It’s just hot. Score 9
Len Goodman - You’ve got to work on the finesse. Score 8
Bruno Tonioli - That was so charismatic - you did a fantastic job. Score 9
Total 26 out of 30 for a combine total of 50 out of 60.
Did you agree with the Judges? After tonight’s performances - who do you think will be going home?
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Things to do with those Peeps
Looking for something to do with all those Peeps in your Easter basket? Well, the Washington Post have a suggestion.
For the last two years the Post has been running a contest for those creative types with too many Peeps and too much time - The Annual Peeps Diorama Contest. You’d have to call the second annual contest a success drawing more than 800 entries.
Photo: Washingtonpost.com
Some of this year’s wacky, clever and unusual entries included -
“Amy Winepeep’s “Rehab”
“Give Peeps a Chance”
“Village Peeple”
“Chick in a Box”
“Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Peep Street”
The judges narrowed down the entries to 32 semifinalists and have created a slide show featuring more than 120 on their Web site (The 120 will post later).
A few helpful tips from the contestants for those of you thinking of giving a diorama a try included -
“If you get Krazy Glue on your hands, don’t freak out,” Dokko says. Just remember: Acetone-based nail polish remover will get it off, whereas non-acetone-based remover won’t.
“It’s important to pick a theme you know will make a great image,” Sillers says. “And it was nice to not be confined to a shoe box. I made it in the round. I never built it in the box. I built the box afterward, and this let me have more angles involved.”
“A hot glue gun works miracles and generally costs only a dollar or two. Also, “buy extra Peeps,” Kate Baylor says. “You never know.” “Get other people’s input,” Chin suggests. “What one person thinks is the best isn’t necessarily the best. We had a couple constructive arguments about how things should be placed and how many Peeps we should use. Originally we wanted close to 100 Peeps, and after we got through 40, we realized it was bit much.” washingtonpost.com
You can check out the photo gallery of the semifinalists at washingtonpost.com
If you try this at home - drop me an email with your photo and I’ll post’em here!
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American Idol show-biz dad goes stalker
‘Show Biz Moms and Dads’, a reality TV show that aired a few years back, showed just what can happen when the parents of a child star are willing to do just about anything to see their child win.
If TMZ, the venerable source of all things pop culture is correct, David Archuleta, the guy to beat this season of American Idol, has a stalker show biz dad.
TMZ, FOX news and others are reporting this teen star-to-be’s Father, Jeff, had to be “barred from the lot.” The site alleges that David dad’s photo was “hanging in the guard shack in case he tried sneaking in.
TMZ also alleges this isn’t the first time David Archuleta’s dad has been involved in activities to help his son win. Allegedly, David’s dad was “lurking outside her (Tiffany Evans) practices, even trying to coerce her into to drinking milk before a show to ruin her voice.” despite these efforts the site says Tiffany Evans won.
The showbiz dad’s behavior didn’t stop there says TMZ. “Sometimes (he) screamed at his son and has even withheld water during rehearsals, even bringing his son to tears.”
Do these parent’s have the best interests of their children at heart or what are their motives to do whatever it takes to get there child to the top spot? Thoughts?
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Latest Update: ‘American Idol’ Top 10 revealed
Since the DVR still isn’t working and I don’t have two hours to hold for Time Warner to help fix/”refresh the queue - I have to watch the results and the commercials - live.
What was that Ford commercial…. I think I’d ask for a refund!
Making it through as the American Idol top ten are:
Ramiele, David A, Brooke, Chikeze, Michael, Syesha, Jason, David C, Carly and
In the bottom three: Kristy, Carly, Amanda
And the one going home is… (Simon agrees) American Idol’s rock’n nurse
Amanda goes home… I didn’t think her performance was as bad as some of the others… but America has voted…. do you agree?
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No American Idol Update
No American Idol Update! - Thanks Time Warner!
So, based on the five minute recap I happened to catch - here’s my take on tonight’s show.
Top performers were David, Amanda, Michael, David Cook, Carly, Chikezie, Underwhelming performers were - Brooke White, Jason, Syesha, Ramiele
What did you think of last night’s show (Mar 18)? - will Brooke, jason, Syesha or Ramiele be going home?
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%!#@ Thanks Time Warner - DVR is not recording ANYTHING!
This should be the place you’re reading about American Idol and who will get voted off… but, thanks to a “converter maintenance/upgrade” NOTHING recorded and still isn’t recording even after the “refresh.”
“So, about a week ago I blogged that changes were on the way to customers with the Time Warner’s DVR service - after finally reaching (30 minutes - no weather related delays) I was assured that If I “re-freshed” my list everything would be okay…. but, despite following these instructions NOTHING recorded today!!!! Arrrgh… I know, the service works most of the time without issue - it is just so frustrating when it doesn’t!
What’s your update experience been? is your DVR working as advertised? How’d you fix it?
Click the link to read more.
Time warner update -
Called TW at 10:30 p.m.
Still holding 10:45 p.m.
Still holding 10:56 p.m.
Still holding 11:00 p.m.
I’m getting worried that my cordless phone battery might die and I would have to start over… please no!
Still holding 11:09 p.m.
Still Holding 11:16 p.m.
Still holding 11:20 p.m.
Spoke to a person - was told I would need to reprogram my schedule. Transfered back to the “board.”
Still holding 11:24 p.m.
One hour later - still holding
Still holding 11:36 p.m. - using the time to surf for info about taking the bus to work.
Still holding 11:45 p.m. - I have learned that the RTA is a bargain at $1.50 per trip!
Next I’m trying to figure out how to get to the Dayton Mall Hub from downtown.
Still holding 11:54 p.m. - I’m just thankful my cordless has a speakerphone setting I think I’m going to give up at 12
Gave up at 12:01 - learned my cordless has at least 1:30 minutes of talk time.
DVR still not recording!
Okay - I didn’t give up - I’m having the gambler’s dilemma. You know - you bid just one more time and you win. well it is now 12:13 still on hold.
12:17 I’m calling it quits - I guess I’ll win the TW jackpot tomorrow.
12:30 gave up for real
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Dancing with the Stars - Macho Monday?
When I think of ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ I rarely think macho - but that’s what the hosts of season 6 said of this venerable reality TV/Competition series kick-off show.
This season’s dancers are:
Adam Carolla & Julianne Hough -
Cristian De La Fuente & Cheryl Burke -
Shannon Elizabeth & Derek Hough -
Steve Guttenberg & Anna Trebunskaya -
Mario & Karina Smirnoff -
Marlee Matlin & Fabian Sanchez
Penn Jillette & Kym Johnson -
Priscilla Presley & Louis Van Amstel -
Monica Seles & Jonathan Roberts -
Jason Taylor & Edyta Sliwinska -
Marissa Jaret Winokur & Tony Dovolani -
Kristi Yamaguchi & Mark Ballas -
Tomorrow (MAR. 18) features the ladies dancing their hearts’ out.
Any favorites after the first night? Did you vote?
More Links: Bios for the Stars
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Paris Hilton’s new reality TV show - “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF”
Britney, Lindsay, Nicole move over - Paris is back to the old pre-jail Paris antics… according to the NY Times and others, the Reality TV star is in production for a new show to find her new best friend.
The working title is “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF” and is being produced by MTV and Ish Entertainment.
In an interview with the NY Times March 15, Hilton said she was looking for a new best friend who’s, “not going to stab me in the back, like has happened a lot in this town.” She also said “I’m a really good judge of character,” although some may have to question that one.
Casting has started at ParisBFF.com. The show will feature 20 contestants, male and female, all living with Hilton in a house all in a competition to be Hilton’s BFF
You better hurry - hundreds have already applied. So why can’t Paris find friends without a reality TV show?
So, are you interested in applying to be Hilton’s Best Friend Forever?
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How much do you love bacon?
Occasionally this blog drifts off topic, but since we’re often discussing food this seemed like it tied in. Anyway, surfing away today I found a site that offers, are you ready, a Bacon of the month package shipped direct to your home.
Here’s the deal.
- 12 months of assorted artisan bacon delivered right to your home.
- A Bacon of the Month membership card.
- A comic strip called “The Bacon Strip”
- A Bacon of the Month Pig Pen
- A little Rubber Toy Pig
- A free Bacon T-shirt
- A recipe to matched your shipped bacon
- and more…
- If you really like bacon you can get the two packages a month box.
The Web site also offers a Pie-Tini of the month club. (I’ll be writing about that one in the Lounge LIzards Blog).
So, do you love bacon enough to order a bacon of the month club?
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‘Top Chef’ 4 - smoking hot?
Since Bravo entered the Reality TV genre they’ve brought us a loser show or two - ‘Top Design’ is one that comes to mind. However, the ‘Top Chef’ franchise is one I love! Season 4 appears to have the right ingredients to set the kitchen on fire.
A twist this season is that two of the contestants are a couple - I’m not sure if they (the producers) knew this up front - but I’m guessing it’ll add to the DRAMA.
And the personalities… I think there were sparks, or at least warm ambers, from the second they all met.
Are you a ‘Top Chef’ foodie? What do you think of the season - a spicy new entree or just some warmed up leftovers?
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Latest Update: ‘American Idol’ week 4 who goes home
Were the people at Fox reading this blog - it was just yesterday (Mar. 11) when I wrote that I wished the people at Fox would come up with a new entry for the show… and tonight’s (Mar. 12) show was introduced to us by Jim Carey and some of the Characters from the upcoming Dr. Seuss movie, “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who.” Clearly a shameless plug for the upcoming - nonetheless - fun.
29 million million votes were cast for this weeks’ contestants - so who will it be.
The Beatles montage was a great way to showcase the skills of the remaining contestants - I’m wishing they’d do more of this during the regular show.
First up are the bottom three, in terms who got the fewest votes - the bottom three are, Syesha Mercado (who was looking a little shocked), Kristy Lee Cook and David Hernandez.
The Dayton Daily News poll result had Kristy Lee Cook going home… but will Dayton be right?
The next contestant voted off ‘American Idol’ is… David Hernandez - I guess America wasn’t ready for a former stripper to win idol.
Did you vote? Did America send home the wrong Idol contestants
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Did the SNL parady of ‘Project Runway’ go too far?
There’s little doubt that this season’s winner of Project Runway 4, Christian Siriano, is over the top and is certainly a Diva in his own right. However, some are questioning Saturday Night Live’s parody of him saying the show may has gone too far. So, what’s new?
Here’s the skit:
Amy Poehler’s impersonation of Siriano was spot on. The rest of the impersonations should have been left to the Project Runway contestants - i.e. Santino’s impersonation of Tim Gunn would have been genius.
The contoversy in the skit seems to be revolving around the phrase “hot tranny mess,” a phrase the Runway winner used a couple of times during the season to talk about the wackiness of the situation they were in at the moment.
In an interview with the Washington Post, this season’s winner Siriano said of the skit, “I did see SNL, and had the pleasure of meeting Amy and being in the SNL studio which is in the same building as Bravo. It was so funny and it was kind of scary that she looked so much like me. It was definitely a fierce show. “
Did the show SNL go too far - or were they just play’n.
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Latest Update: ‘American Idol’ top twelve perform
A new set yet the same old Ryan Seacrest introduction - I’m sure they’ll get around to freshening up Ryan in a few weeks.
The top 12 make history this week - singing the songs from the Lennon and McCartney catalog.
So how’d they do?
Syesha Mercado
Song - “Got to get you into my life”
My Take - wow! what a makeover. I thought she looked great - her singing underwhelmed me.
Randy - Nice arrangement. It stated a little rough for me. It’s a big old fun song.
Paula - You know you’re a good singer - midway through you found your zone.
Simon - I thought it was better than alright - you looked very-very nervous.
Chikezie
Song - “She’s a Woman”
My Take - What a fun arrangement! I might actually download this one from Itunes! To think he thought he was going home last week.
Randy - Dawg - let me tell you something - who knew. Chikezie smashed it.
Paula - I’ve been waiting for this.
Simon - I’m really surprised I agree with these two. You took control over the stage - I thought you were terrific.
Ramiele Maluby
Song - “In My Life”
My Take - nice performance - certainly didn’t take any risks
Randy - It was kind of pretty - it was also kinda of pretty boring.
Paula - It was pretty safe - I feel like you’re holding back.
Simon - I was bored to tears throughout the entire song.
Jason Castro
Song - ‘If I Fell”
My Take - Remind me why he’s still here?
Randy - I liked it - I didn’t love it. I found myself tuning out.
Paula - I disagree with Randy - I feel your heart.
Simon - It was student in a bedroom - midnight.
Carly Smithson
Song - “Come Together”
My Take - I wasn’t sure at first - but I think I liked it. Not her best - still a fun arrangement. And the crowd goes wild!
Randy - You were strong, confident - stellar performance.
Paula - it was i was already watching a star.
Simon - Week after week so far I think you’ve chosen the wrong song - until tonight.
David Cook
Song - “Eleanor Rigby “
My Take - Could he pick a note - he seemed to catch so many it was grating. I’m guessing I’m not in is demographic.
Randy - It was rocking.
Paula - You are the dark horse. You are front man here on American Idol
Simon - I thought it was brilliant - If this show remains a talent competition rather than a popularity contest - you could win.
Brooke White
Song - “Let it Be”
My Take - What a great song to showcase her voice - nicely done. That song always gets me.
Randy - I don’t know if this is your strongest performance. You have all of this conviction - you gave a heartfelt performance.
Paula - This is your niche - picking songs where American can feel your heart.
Simon - It was one of the best performances for the night - it was believable.
David Hernandez
Song - “I Saw Her Standing There”
My Take - I’m guessing he’s going home - I don’t think America got to see anything on the stage tonight to suggest he’s the next American Idol
Randy - You’ve got a big voice - so on this one - there was just too much going on.
Paula - I feel like you over did it a little bit. Too much.
Simon - David, No, No, No.
Amanda Overmyer
Song - ” You Can’t Do That”
My Take - I think I liked it… I’m just not sure how this will be received by America
Randy - You took a Beatles song and rocked it out!
Paula - You’re having fun - I’m blown away by you.
Simon - I understood about 30% of what you said - you are like a breath of fresh air.
Michael Johns
Song - “Across the Universe”
My Take - What’s not to like about this performance? He made this his own and enjoyable - nice job. A little David Gray like - Doesn’t he remind y’all of Billy from Six Feet Under.
Randy - A little sleepy - .
Paula - your quiet confidence showed on stage.
Simon - It was solid - it was good - you’ve got to let yourself go. It was all a little bit like that.
Kristy Lee Cook
Song - “8 Days a Week”
My Take - did we teleport to the county fair? I thought this was a little Dolly Parton - a little too cheesy. Certainly a toe tapper if nothing else.
Randy - There were some parts I liked about it. I’m kinda torn on this one.
Paula - I didn’t enjoy it. I didn’t get it.
Simon - I thought it was horrendous - you sounded like Dolly Parton on Helium.
David Archuleta
Song - “We Can Work it Out”
My Take - Oops.. OMG, He forgot the words… How could that happen - Oh yeah, he is only 17… all in all not a great showing - he could be going home after that - although this is a popularity contest right.
Randy - It was not on point. It felt forced.
Paula - This wasn’t your best week. You can never let it show on your face.
Simon - That was a mess - you stumbled over the lyrics in the beginning - it was your weakest performance so far.
Who do you think worthy of being sent home?
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Reality on TV: New, almost new and returning shows this week
Here’s a list of new, almost new and returning reality TV shows to checkout this week (Mar. 10-15)
Monday The Bachelor: Where are they Now? - ABC -8-9 p.m. Fans of this reality TV series will get the chance to catch-up with the former Bachelor winners and players. “How has life been treating popular past Bachelors Andrew Firestone and Aaron Buerge? Fans will get an opportunity to find out where some of their favorites Bachelors and Bachelorettes are right now. Have they found true love? Or are they still searching for that special someone?” abc.com
Tuesday Beauty and the Geek - CW (Series Premiere) - 8-9 p.m. “The CW’s hit reality show “Beauty and the Geek” returns with an outrageously competitive fifth season, where the new contestants learn they will be competing not as beauty/geek pairs but beauties vs. geeks.” cw.com
Last Restaurant Standing - BBC - 9-10 p.m.
Calling all foodies… this one is for you (after Top Chef that is)
“Starting out with little or no professional cooking experience, each couple must take over an empty restaurant, make it their own, and open it to the public within a week. Every decision, every argument, every mistake they make is caught on camera. The couples are working and living together 24 hours-a-day, under enormous pressure - and only one will succeed.” BBC.com
Gene Simmons Family Jewels (New Season) - A&E - 10-11 p.m. He’s and his wacky family are back for season three. “In addition to revealing the truth behind the rock star’s storied sex life, the new season will feature a Gene Simmons Roast in which Gene gets verbally assaulted by friends and today’s hottest comedians, the first ever KISS concert where the band performs as a trio, behind the scenes with Gene on NBC’s The Celebrity Apprentice, Gene and Shannon’s official “Happily UNmarried” honeymoon in Hawaii, Nick and Sophie abroad in Mexico and much, much more.” A&E
American Idol - Fox - 8-10 p.m. the Drama continues - week 4
Wednesday Top Chef: Chicago - Bravo - 10-11:15 p.m. Back for a fourth season, ‘Top Chef’ chef’s set about on challenges including a quick fire challenge to remake a Chicago favorite, deep dish pizza.
America’s Next Top Model - CW 8-9 p.m. Tyra is on a mission to take over the world. Watch her wield her diva power.
Wife Swap - ABC - 8-9 p.m. You know the drill. The wives are swapped - drama ensues.
Moment of Truth - Fox - 8-9 p.m. (Are you watching this one… does it go too far?) seems a little on the staged side of things.
Lewis Black’s Root of all Evil - Comedy Central - 10:30-11 p.m. “A rotating group of comedians take the stage and argue who or what is most evil with Black making the final decision.” The premiere debate taking the stage is Oprah or the Catholic Church” - which is the root of all evil?” Some of the other episode topics will include Donald Trump vs. Viagra, Paris Hilton vs. Dick Cheney, Beer vs. Weed, YouTube vs. Porn and more.
Thursday American idol Extra - Fox reality (not the regular Fox Channel) - 7-8 p.m.
Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares (Finale) - BBC America - 8-9 p.m. YEAH it’s over.
Tell us which reality TV shows are keeping you watching and why.
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TIME WARNER could be erasing your DVR (or at least resetting your settings)
TIME WARNER DVR maintenance alert! Your settings could be lost
When I saw the mailing from Time Warner, I panicked… Cable Converter Maintenance March 11, 2008 (read on).
The mailing seems to suggest, “You could miss some of your recordings if you don’t check you converter settings.” For those of us who have come to depend on the scheduled recordings - panic sets in when one thinks about missing a show due to a system issue!
Apparently, Time Warner will be doing some maintenance to the cable converters and we will need to “re-establish” some of our settings - including “DVR/VCR recordings.”
What does this “re-establish” mean? - are they saying reprograming? Why don’t they just say reprograming! - the touchy-feely wording of ‘re-establish” doesn’t quite convey the urgency and the time investment that will be required to reprogram the Queue. This is just like the time the day the DVR died. UGH!
That’s not all - a visit to the TW’s Web site provided more confusion.
When I visited the URL printed on the mailing - www.twdayton.com/settings I found conflicting information. The Web site says the maintenance day is March 18, 2008. A phone call to the company left me on hold for more than 45 minutes… (granted it was snowing).
So, If Time Warner is your cable company - be on the lookout for some maintenance issues that could cause channel outages, the need to update your settings as well as the to need re-establish DVR/VCR settings.
The good news for everyone forking over thousands of dollars a year for services - “Once complete (the maintenance), we will be able to continue to provide quality cable service”… isn’t that what we’re paying for?
If anyone has any information on the Cable Converter Maintenance” or more concrete info - please share - the DVR community thanks you!
UPDATE: 3-9-08 a.m. The phone just rang with an automated message indicating the date will be the 18th (Perhaps they are staging this “refreshing” at different times throughout the service area).
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Asia’h Epperson - Why’d she go? ‘American Idol’ Latest Updates
Did America get confused this week?
I didn’t think Asia’h’s performance was her best… but it really wasn’t that bad - was it?
Asai’h - Photo - American Idol.com
My money was on Kristy Lee Cook. Her performance was lack luster and uninspired - I don’t think she’ll be around long in this competition.
The real shocker - or not really - was when Danny Noriega was sent home (I’m guessing his inner drag queen scared much of America). Sure, he’s over the top, but he’s fun to watch and he can handle Simon in a way no one else has been able to do for some time.
Where you surprised by who went home?
Links: photos from the show
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Latest Updates ‘American Idol’ who’s in and who’s out
It’s finally down to the top 12…
Blake Lewis, last season’s runner-up, kicked off the musical portion of the show.
In Idol fashion what could take 30 minutes takes an hour (unless you have TIVO or a DVR).
America cast more than 36 million votes to help select the top 12. Too bad America doesn’t get to choose it’s next president this way.
Here’s a list of who made it through to the top 12 - David Cook, David Archuleta, Jason Castro, Brooke White, Michael Johns, Syesha Mercado, David Hernandez, Ramiele Malubay, Carly Smithson, Amanda Overmyer, Chikezie and Kristy Lee Cook
As Asia’h sings her finale Idol song, Danny Noriega and Chikezie are looking pretty little nervous. I’m guessing it’ll be Chikezie… Danny’s is tears before the results are announced… Ramiele losses it…so does Paula - the crowd is quiet.
Kady Malloy (her exit song was awful), Asia’h Epperson (Surprise - why didn’t she sing this well last night?), Luke Menard (he’ll done fine in dinner theatre) and Danny Noriega (I’m guessing his inner drag queen scared much of America).
I have to say I thought Danny would still be around for awhile longer. I also thought Asai’h performance wasn’t the worst this week… But America has voted. Shockers anyone?
Links: photos from the show
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Project Runway 4 Fashion Week Season Finale
While season four wasn’t filled with the drama we’ve come to expect with Project Runway the designers may have been the most talented of any of the seasons to-date. (I’m writing this as I’m watching so it might ramble a bit).
Showing their wares at this year’s fashion week were Rami, Jillian and Christian.
Tim’s workroom comments appear to have given the to Rami… so we’ll just have to wait a little long to see who wins this season.
As the show continues, Christian appears to have lost his fierce edge and Jillian is managing to work my last Project Runway nerve like a unraveling seam.
Tim Gunn gave the designers a warm and Tim-like send off as they make their way to Bryant Park.
As the show gets underway - this Project Runway minions aka dressers come out of nowhere… who are they? why didn’t they use the loser from the season.
Let’s start the show. (imagine if you will - I have a set of Project Runway Judge cards and am writing a one word response to each design).
Jillian’s work was sent down the runway first. Milan - Euro-sheik - Wonderwoman - OMG what was that one - Mop - mmm - clubbing - esacapee - packing tape got loose - loved it - wow that was a pant suite - overall nice collection - very tailored. excatly what you would have expected to see from Jillian.
Up next, Rami. Boring, s , New York, ugh, China, Nice, layered (oh those pants), chilly, quiltyl OMG, Outstanding, wow (can she walk in that?) I’m under whelmed.
Finally, Christian. Fierce, Euro-trendy, WOW, sleek, sexy, These girls can walk - how can she see? - wearable, Robin Hood, Furry, marsh mellow, feather duster. Very Christian.
After the show. here are a few of the comments from the audience. Jay loved Rami. Padma loved Jillians - Nick Verreos loved Rami’s work.
The judges including Victoria Beckham debated. So, who will the judges pick? The designers seem more nervous than in the other seasons.
The viewers picked Christian… And the Judges picked - Christian and I think they got it right this season!
Your thoughts on Season 4?
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Latest Updates ‘American Idol’ week three - girls night
Night Two - Week Three - The girls belt out a tune to earn their place in the top 12.
Here’s the Idol Recap
Asia’h Epperson
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - Fell on skates when in movie.
My Take - After last week’s show - she’s going to have to pull it out… but did she?
I’m guessing yes. She’s safe for another week. (Paula was dancing - that’s a good sign).
Randy - It was a tall order for you to take on and it was hot.
Paula - You nailed it.
Simon - At best it was second rate Whitney.
Kady Malloy
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - Tripped over a microphone cord and the auditorium where she was singing was filled with screechy microphone sound.
My Take - She’s got to nail this to stay in it… She seemed a little off key the entire song.
Randy - Very interesting song choice. Pretty good.
Paula - To date this is your best performance.
Simon - it was better than last week… I’m still having issues with your lack of personality - it’s like the Stepford wives.
Amanda Overmyer
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - her family had a fireplace on their deck - you guessed - she started the deck and melted the pool.
My Take - Much better than last week - she’s certainly got her groove.
Randy - That the Amanda we saw and we love her - well done baby.
Paula - Your face is beautiful - Your Hair is beautiful - you found your niche.
Simon - If I’m being honest - I thought it was fantastic. It was the perfect song for you. It was great - well done.
Carly Smithson
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - Got her leg stuck in the fence - a friend greased up her leg to help her get it out as a crowd formed.
My Take - best performance of the night so far! She’s ready for the big time!
Randy - You keep smashing it every week!
Paula - Dude, Dude - you are like a dependable Dawg. You’re totally into you nice
Simon - I don’t think you chose the right song - it’s just not a great song.
Kristy Lee Cook
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - She used to pretend she was a dog - crawling around on her hands and knees.
My Take - I thought it was missing a little energy - it seemed like she phoned in the song.
Randy - Great song - you put a country lilt to it.
Paula - That could be a hit for you in country music - you look great tonight.
Simon - It was good that we heard a country influence - you’re problem is that your voice is forgettable.
Ramiele Maluby
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - As a girl she left her photo at a boy’s house - she left and watched from afar… they laughed - tear…
My Take - It Started a little slow for me - but a nice finish.
Randy - Another big song - find that confidence again - you’ve got mad vocal come on with it.
Paula - You’ve got such beautiful face. you deserve to be in the top 12.
Simon - It was good - it was very old-fashioned - it was a bit predictable.
Brooke White
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - Ran up behind a man after church thinking it was her dad… it turned out to be another man.
My Take - Okay - this might be my favorite tonight. Although a little one note.
Randy - I liked it - It allowed me to focus on your voice.
Paula - It was a wise choice you did that song.
Simon - it worked - you did an original song - you’ve got a great performance.
Syesha Mercado
Most Embarrassing 80s moment - She wrote a note to a crush and included some bubble gum - the boy told the teach and at the gum
My Take - Much better song for her than last week.
Randy - Good
Paula - Sophisticated lovely
Simon - good.
So, who’s going home? Thought anyone?
Links: Photos
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American Idol viewer nearly lets child drown
The Indianapolis star is reporting a 3-year-old girl nearly drowned in a bathtub as the girl’s mother was distracted by American Idol.
Indianapolis police say a mother of five was watching “American Idol” while her 3-year-old girl nearly drowned in a bathtub last week.
The 25 year-old-mother, Sheila R. Brooks, has yet to be charged in the incident that occurred last Thursday (Feb 28). The infant was left in a tub with her younger sister as the mother allegedly went for clothes and was distracted by ‘American Idol.’
“Daesheana stated that they were … watching ‘American Idol’ on TV … and her mother suddenly stated that she forgot and left the two youngest children in the tub,” Officer Gustavia Dodson wrote in the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department report.indystar.com
Police allegedly found “about an ounce of marijuana, five burnt marijuana cigarettes and a scale in the house, according to the report.”
Indianapolis Star
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Latest Updates ‘American Idol’ week three - guys night
Despite the primaries on Ohio, Texas, Rhode Island and Vermont the Idol most go on…
This week’s theme - the 1980s.
Luke Menard What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s - His sister dressed him up as a ballerina
My Take - I’m think this might be his last night on idol?
Randy - It started out a little rough for me. It was a little but corny.
Paula - I was surprised you picked that song. She loved it.
Simon - A bit girly - I didn’t like it. You can’t win.
David Archuleta What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s - he couldn’t finish a performance so his mom had to help.
My Take - this kid’s got what it takes even if he already won “Star Search”
Randy - It was like watching one of your concert. It was nice.
Paula - I loved that there were a couple of notes that were off - you are perfectly wonderful for this competition.
Simon - It wasn’t as good as last week. It’s becoming a little bit gloomy.
Danny Noriega What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s - my friend tripped me - in front of one of my crushes.
My Take - I’m not sure but it seem to me this guy might be working on letting out his inner drag queen (I’m just say’n.)”
Randy - It started off a little pitchy - let me see that conviction.
Paula - You are like this bright light in this competition. You’ve got great vocals.
Simon - I thought it was absolutely useless. I didn’t like anything.
David Hernandez What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s? - He had a pea sized buger hanging out his nose. (WHAT?)
My Take - Not bad of an ex-stripper trying to make it big.
Randy - Nice song choice for you -
Paula - You have some of the best vocals in this competition.
Simon - It wasn’t as good as last week.
Michael Johns What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s? - He was attacked wearing a mascot costume.
My Take - A little off - here and there - I think I liked him better in other performances.
Randy - Nice one - good song choice.
Paula - You picked a perfect song.
Simon - Huge talent - you haven’t quite connected to the moment. But I really, really like you.
David Cook What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s? - He sang in a talent show - forgot the words and stood on stage like a statue.
My Take - a little rough in the beginning. he’s this season’s rocker - nice job!
Randy - You made an evil version of a pop song.
Paula - That was fabulous - you make perfect choices.
Simon - That was a very brave thing to do… and I loved it!
Jason Castro What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s? - This one time he was on a date - he went tie back hi hair with his dreads when it came off in his hand… not a good thing to happen on a date.
My Take - nice job…
Randy - You did a pretty good job.
Paula - You made it sound so effortless.
Simon - It was absolutely brilliant - one of my favorite performances of tonight.
Chikezie What was his most embarrassing moment of the 80s? - he kept going back to the same bathroom in high school - it was the girls and he didn’t know it.
My Take - Didn’t he already sing this song?
Randy - The last note sounded like it surprised you and me.
Paula - You’re vocals sound good tonight.
Simon - That didn’t work at all - I thought It was cabaret.
Randy thought this week was better than last. What do you think?
Links: photos from the show
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‘High School Musical’ to become a reality TV show
The show that sends teen and preteen girls screaming could becoming to a TV screen near you in the form of a reality TV series.
Variety.com is reporting that ABC is developing a multi-episode reality competition that will be themed to Disney’s wildly successful ‘High School Musical.’ A talent search will uncover talent from all over the U.S. and follow those selected as they attempt to make to the big time - all under the ‘High School Musical’ banner.
Photo Disney.com - pictured in the photo are Zac Efron - Troy Bolton
Vanessa Hudgens - Gabriella Montez- Ashley Tisdale - Sharpay Evans - Lucas Grabeel - Ryan Evans - Corbin Bleu - Chad Danforth - Monique Coleman - Taylor McKessie
The “High School Music” franchise has been just one of recent string of successes for Disney. Variety.com estimates the franchise will generate more than $650 million in revenues in 2008.
Details appear to be a little fuzzy but it appears ABC is hoping to air the new reality TV show later this summer.
Will you be watching?
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Top Chef: Chicago - rising stars set to get cooking.
Knives and spices at the ready, season four of ‘Top Chef’ is to begin and my inner foodie says yum! This season was filmed in the Windy city late in 2007.
Returning for another season are Padma Lakshmi, Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and Ted Allen along with a few guest judges along the way.
“This season the chefs bring a diverse wealth of talent and skill to the table that we’ve not seen before,” said Colicchio. “The title ‘Top Chef’ has proven to be an amazing opportunity for these chefs to make a name for themselves in the competitive culinary world.” bravotv.com
Following are the 16 new ‘Top Chef: Chicago’ “chef’testants”:
-Andrew, 30 - Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, FL; Resides in N.Y.
-Antonia, 31 - Hometown/Resides in: Los Angeles, CA
-Dale, 29 - Hometown: Chicago, IL; Resides in N.Y.
-Erik, 38 - Hometown: Chappaqua, NY; Resides in San Francisco, CA
-Jennifer, 35 - Hometown: Brooklyn, NY; Resides in San Francisco, CA
-Lisa, 27 - Hometown: Toronto, Canada; Resides in N.Y.
-Manuel, 33 - Hometown: Laredo, TX; Resides in N.Y.
-Mark, 29 - Hometown: Invercargill, New Zealand; Resides in N.Y.
-Nikki, 35 - Hometown/Resides in: N.Y.
-Nimma, 26 - Hometown: Peachtree City, GA; Resides in Atlanta, GA
-Richard, 35 - Hometown: Uniondale, NY; Resides in Atlanta, GA
-Ryan, 28 - Hometown: Los Banos, CA; Resides in San Francisco, CA
-Spike, 27 Hometown: Clearwater Beach, FL; Resides in Williamsburg, N.Y.
-Stephanie, 31 - Hometown: Stamford, CT; Resides in Chicago, IL
-Valerie, 32 - Hometown/Resides in: Chicago, IL
-Zoi, 30, - Hometown: Seattle, WA; Resides in San Francisco, CA
“The chefs are competing for their chance at “$100,000 in seed money to help open a restaurant, furnished by the makers of the Glad family of products, a feature in Food & Wine magazine, a showcase at the Annual Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, a gourmet dream vacation in the French Alps” along with the title of ‘Top Chef.’”
The “No. 1 food show on cable,” “Top Chef: Chicago” will premier Wednesday, March 12 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT
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