The popular San Francisco dance show, "Dance Party" is BACK on KOFY TV, and I was on the episode which first aired on February 5!!! (I hear it's on rerun, so you might be able to catch it--I'm still trying to find an online clip to post.)
Brian Wilson did such a kick-ass job on "Jay Leno" that fans want him to host "Saturday Night Live!!!"
Two pages on Facebook prove thousands of fans want people to "fear the beard" on SNL. An earlier campaign got Betty White the hosting gig, and the faithful fans of the San Francisco Giants want just the same for Wilson. Do you agree? Then click on the links below to "like" the cause!!!
Kourtney Kardashian and Amerie look very much alike!!! Aside from their long black hair and almost identical facial features, the reality star and the chanteuse also seem to have similar taste in fashion.
I love divas. The voices, the glamour, the hair. The idea of having immense talents who sell out stadiums under one roof, on one stage, is a musical moment to say the least. From 1998 to 2004, VH1 Divas has featured superstars such as Aretha Franklin, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Cher, Celia Cruz, Elton John, Celine Dion, Shania Twain, Mary J. Blige, and Gladys Knight. Celine, Aretha, Mariah and Carole King performed in the first show alone!!!
After a five year break, Divas is back, but with a slightly different approach. The show, which airs tonight, September 17 at 9/8c, will feature "a crop of new, young superstars," according to the Divas website. Performing are Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks, and Leona Lewis. I know J. Hud will bring it like a true diva, but will the others live up to the diva name???
One can't help thinking that maybe VH1 couldn't get the big headliners to perform anymore, or that they are trying to play to the younger crowd with acts like Cyrus. I'm always one to look for what's fresh and new as much as what's legendary, so I hope it's a divas-in-training spectacular instead of a concert of singers who haven't really earned the title of d-i-v-a.
Grey Gardens really makes me wish I had HBO. I've seen the documentary. I'm dying to see Drew Barrymore and Jessica Lange as Little Edie and Big Edie Bouvier Beale in HBO's take on the lives of Jackie Kennedy's aunt and cousin in a run-down East Hampton mansion . A riches to rags story, interesting fashion and a complicated, often chaotic mother-daughter relationship equals great television.
Although Jerri Vega didn't win Ray J's heart on the T.V. show, For the Love of Ray J, she does have something going for her: she looks just like Jennifer Lopez.
Linda Hogan and Beth Chapman are uber-tan (usually), peroxide blonde, busty women who have a flair for the tacky. Their husbands, Hulk Hogan and Dog the Bounty Hunter Duane Chapman, respectively, are equally tan and blonde, testosterone-driven, muscular tacky men who also happen to be both Christians. (In everone's defense, they all seem like nice people, but fake tanner and hair bleach don't lie.).
Apparently, the similarities end there, at least for Beth, as rumor has it she said Linda "looks like a slut" and is "a real drunk." (This is according to the New York Post , not the most credible source, I know; I was unable to find the blog in question to verify the information.) Beth's comments, which were in response to Linda having a 19-year-old boyfriend, places her on Team Hulk. It turns out Dog and the Hulkster are friends, and both couples used to hang out together. Can you imagine that?!?!?!
*This is the first of two Jams of the Week, since I left you without one last week. :(
This one's been a given for a long time. The similarities between actresses Helen Hunt and Leelee Sobieski had many wondering if they were mother and daughter.
Brooke Burke and Vanessa Minnillo were both T.V. show hosts, which makes it even harder to tell the two apart. In fact, Vanessa was a finalist in the search to replace Brooke on the show Wild On.
Why It Might Work:
1. Bringing back some of the original cast (Jennie Garth and Shannen Doherty) and other familiar faces (Rob Estes of Melrose Place and Lori Loughlin of Full House) gives viewers of the original that warm and fuzzy nostalgic feeling. It seems like everyone is super stoked to see Brenda (my favorite character) back on 90210 (I'm still bummed that I didn't get the Brenda doll).
2. It's refreshing to see a more ethnically diverse cast this time around.
3. Hit show Gossip Girl is on the same network, so 90210 may already have a built-in audience.
4. Rich, hot, troubled teens is a formula that rarely fails.
Why It Might Not Work:
1. My best friend refuses to watch the new 90210 because she believes that nothing will top the original. Many die-hard 90210 fans might feel the same.
2. The younger crowd, who this show is primarily geared towards, might not care about the original and thus not really care for this new version. With super popular Gossip Girl and other ritzy young adult dramas, it might be hard to keep their ADD'ed minds focused on a show their older sister (or mom) liked.
3. The moment may have passed. :( Which would make me officially old. (OMG, if they start showing 90210 on Nick at Nite, send me to the retirement home.)
Either way, I'm a sucker for premieres and am excited to see if this show is worth all the buzz and anticipation. Note: First episodes sometimes suck, so try watching a few episodes before making your final decision on the new 90210. Even though those who grew up watching the original know that nothing can truly replace this group:
With the slew of crappy shows on T.V., most which make you feel that you've wasted an hour of your life, I've decided to share my list of five can't-miss shows.
1. Chelsea Lately- I have a certain level of respect for smart-asses (myself included ;) and Chelsea Handler is no exception. She is blunt, not politically correct, says what's on her mind, and like anyone who makes fun of other people should, makes fun of herself. It's hilarious and refreshing and I randomly miss an episode. The great thing about E! is that they repeat their shows 20,000 times, so if you can't watch it weeknights at 11:30/10:30c, you can catch up the next day. Watch it if you want a hysterical take on pop culture.
2. Greek- Since I was in a sorority, I wanted to watch this show when it first came out to see if it's accurate in its portrayal of Greek life. I may have caught an episode but never got into it or even remembered what channel it was on. OMG (as many sorority girls would say), what an incredible show. ABC Family featured a Greek all-day marathon ending with the season finale. I'm officially hooked. This show should be the next big thing (and yes, it's pretty accurate). Watch it (Mondays 8/7c). Love it. Thank me later. 
3. Daily 10- OK, by now you may have surmised (big word of the day!!!) that I am a fan of E! Television. Can't help it. Since I'm such a huge fan of anything pop-culture, I automatically turn to E! and VH1 to see what's on. Daily 10 (weeknights 7:30/6:30c and midnight/11c), though it pretty much gives you the same top pop culture stories that E! News (which is shown right before it) does, it has it's own fun, stylish flavor. With segments on fashion, music, movies and beauty (each with an expert giving their latest tips and opinions), and it's young, beautiful and hip hosts (Debbie Matenopoulos, Catt Sadler and Sal Masekela), it's the pop culture show to watch. For all the fashionistas, I'd recommend watching just for the awesome fashion.
4. The Tyra Banks Show- OK, Tyra Banks, from what I've heard, can be a little egocentric and annoying. She's also endearing, sweet, funny, honest, and doesn't mind making a crack at herself. I find myself gravitating to her show for the wide range of topics (from fashion to relationship help to self-image issues) and her willingness to put herself on the line to prove her point. She dressed up in a fat suit to feel the emotions a plus size woman feels, displayed her weight on a bathing suit she wore along with her audience, and shares her experience on every topic that is brought up on the show. Watch to learn something, be entertained or just to watch Tyra be silly.
5. Denise Richards- It's Complicated- You can't help but watch this show (although you don't feel as bad as you do after watching anything with Flavor Flav in it). After so much gossip, we finally get to hear what Denise Richards has to say in her defense about the whole Charlie Sheen/Richie Sambora/Heather Locklear drama. After that, you will be surprised to see that she is just a mom and a daughter and a sister, who happens to have a huge potty mouth and wants to breed her pig Charlotte. It's not the most exciting show and I can't say that I can't live without it, but for some reason, I keep tuning in to see what's going to happen next, and you probably will too. Check it out on E! (big shocker) Sundays at 10/9c.
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