Week In Pop Culture

Once again, Sofia Vergara points out she is not like the rest of us.

George Clooney might be dating a former wrestler.

Gerard Butler looks a little skinny, no?

While I was sleeping, Nicki Minaj did this on morning television.

Rihanna likes bikinis.

Brandy has a new job.

Old hotties aren't worried about young hotties.

So, now there's a foundation to un-Amy Winehouse troubled people.

Four guys + three babies = not a movie.

Fashionable wedding ahead! Michael Kors is getting married.

I still don't know what a Channing Tatum is, but it is strong.

What the Liza Minnelli!?!?

Maria Menounous has found new work.

I will not get on board with a Short Circuit reboot unless it includes The Gutte.

Sarah Michelle Gellar is returning to All My Children.

Kate Bosworth may have already moved on from my favorite vampire.

Couple I love: Iman and David Bowie Jones.

Hmmm... I don't buy this story.

I'm beginning to think Tom Brady might be one of those pretty people who doesn't smell fresh.

Have you seen the new Superman?

Or Anne Hathaway as Catwoman?

MDA is without Jerry Lewis.

Jennifer Lopez is designing clothes for Kohls.

Kirstie Alley scored a scripted show.

FYI: Kelly Osbourne and Christina Aguilera are not pals.

Most of Heather Locklear is almost 50.

I'm pretty sure the world would be just fine without this lady on DWTS.

Here's how Will and Jada Pinkett Smith live.

Mila Kunis is kinda tough.

The Academy Awards have announced its honorary award recipients.

Oprah is still working hard.

So, Martha Stewart runs her business like prison?

Anyone else think this Kardashian sister is a little too skinny?

News like this makes it really hard for me to quit Bravo.

Kelly Clarkson is now in a girl band.

Brace yourself for a Green Lantern sequel.

Matt Damon is REALLY on Team Teacher.

A handsome actor who hasn't been on TV for about a decade is getting divorced.

Linda Evangelista is asking for a whole lot of child support from Salma Hayek's husband.

Charlie Sheen's Two And A Half Men is definitely not coming back.

Kelly Osbourne offers this photo as proof Coco's behind is all real.

One of Lindsay Lohan's exes was arrested.

Another jailbird: the son of Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O'Neal.

I'm excited about the Friday Night Lights movie!

After reading MTV's reality show contract, I cannot believe these kids are the future of America (assuming they survive their 20s).

Not surprised Heidi Klum is rocking a bikini.

New mom Mariah Carey is wearing mom-appropriate beach attire.

Katy Perry's new hair color isn't my favorite.

30 Rock will go on without Alec Baldwin. Can I?

Jennifer Lopez is not finished talking about the end of her marriage. And why is she making this much money?

I am becoming more optimistic about the new show Up All Night.

Ryan Phillippe may or may not be a new dad, but the baby has his last name.

Sean Hayes is coming back to television. Withholding judgement until I see the preview.

Yeah. This is one normal family.

Helen Mirren has the Body of The Year. Take THAT, Cameron Diaz!

I kind of want these two to become a couple.

Hey! Lindsay Lohan got some work! But she did manage to lose this job.

I like the toned-down Rihanna way more than I like this one.

Anyone else surprised to hear that U2 toured for 26 months?

Fellas, I give you Olivia Munn. I just wish I could find her funny.

Fantasia is preggers.

If you have a few million to spare, you could buy one of the late Katherine Hepburn's homes.

Technically, Ke$ha's tour is smokin' hot.

Kim Kardashian teaches us all a very important lesson here.

Here's a sneak peek at the new Batman movie.

Sounds like some Two And A Half Men peeps are Team Sheen.

Hello, Hugh Jackman!

Kings of Leon made some Dallas fans angry. Then, they canceled their whole tour.

Hey, look! Lindsay Lohan is still falling down in public!

REALLY wish Hugh Hefner would stop talking about his "sex life."

Ladies, let Maggie Gyllenhaal's chest be a reminder to ALWAYS wear a bra.

Is Andy Dick ever NOT in trouble?

Pamela Anderson's boys might not like seeing their mom like this.

I wonder if celebrities, like Miley Cyrus, will regret finger tattoos?

Clark Gable's grandson was arrested.

Al Pacino's daughter was arrested.

I wonder if Jenny McCarthy had a falling out with The Oprah?

It seems Rosie O'Donnell is still in O's good graces.

Speaking of Oprah, I'm surprised this is her new office.

Seems like Gwyneth Paltrow thinks this is funny.

Meatloaf became, well, meatloaf during a performance.

Rest in peace, Bubba Smith.

And Annette Charles.

Trying To Do Good

Last weekend, I was reading Marie Claire, OOHING and AAHING over the products, shoes and bags, when I read one article that made me drop everything.

Caitlin Emma talked about how she became a bone marrow donor. I didn't realize being a donor was as easy as swabbing your cheeks! Her story explains how years later, she was contacted because she was a match to a young child with leukemia. The story explains how the donation works, who pays for it and (SPOILER ALERT) has a happy ending. So, I figured if it's that easy to save a life, what's stopping me?

I went to the website mentioned in the story, answered a few questions and figured it would be a few weeks before I received a swab kit in the mail.

WRONG.

I got it in days. This morning, I opened the package.

Nerves. Now, this means business.

I don't know why my hands got a bit shaky as I opened the swabs. All I had to do was rub one on the inside of each cheek for a few seconds, then put them in the little case, stuff that in an envelope and drop it into the mail. I am so amazed at science that something so important can start with something so simple!

So, there. I did it.

Who knows if I'll ever be a match to someone? But I've taken the step to at least offer my marrow if anyone out there needs it. What's your excuse?

August Movies

While I haven't been to the movie theater as much as I would like, I am still putting some movies on my list this month. First, the ones I want to see:

The Help

I loved this book so much, I was skeptical when I heard it was being turned into a movie. Then, I saw the first screen shots and decided the casting was perfect - each of the characters looked exactly as I had pictured her! Also, I think Emma Stone is great in everything, so I will definitely catch this in the theater.

One Day

Oh, another book turned into a movie. I really loved this book. I like Anne Hathaway. I will see this with my fingers crossed that it makes me feel the way I did when I closed the book. If not, I will find an address for Anne and get her to reimburse me for my movie time candy.

Our Idiot Brother

Paul Rudd. He's why I'd see this. However, it will probably make the Netflix queue. I'm kind of over Zoeey Deschanel.

Don't Be Afraid of The Dark

I'm torn on this one. I LOVE Guy Pearce. I don't know why he doesn't get the big roles in the big movies - he's AMAZING! But I don't think I can sit in the theater for this one. Two words: Katie Holmes. It's best that I watch this at home where I can yell things like, "You're a horrible actress!" and "You're nothing without Tom Cruise - and he's crazy!" So, this makes the Netflix cut.

Now, the ones I won't see:

• Rise of The Planet of The Apes - This just scares me. Can't do it.
• The Change-Up - This plot (body swap) is SO played. As much as I love Jason Bateman, I won't even Netflix this.
• 30 Minutes or Less - Maybe if I was a stoner I'd rush to see this. Instead, I'll wait until it shows up on HBO.
• Final Destination 5 - First of all, I cannot believe there is so much demand for these movies that they've made a fifth one that's being released in theaters and not going straight to DVD. Second, these movies are like my not-so-secret fears come to life. No, thank you.
• Conan The Barbarian - Well, this is just not necessary.

Week In Pop Culture

I think Lady Gaga considers this "toned down."

Eva Longoria is pole dancing - for Desperate Housewives. Nope. Still not watching that.

Martha Stewart's company may need a revamp.

Joe Pesci is suing the people behind that Gotti film.

Is there really a need for a reality show on what's left of soap stars?

That Osama bin Laden movie is on the fast track.

I will only support a sequel to Bridesmaids if the trailer looks at least half as funny as the original.

Morgan Freeman would like the GOP to stop using his voice double.

Selena Gomez is 19.

I feel sorry for Zsa Zsa. Her husband is crazy.

Apparently, you can count this "reality star" as a contestant on DWTS.

Maybe this actress's Grey's Anatomy training will get her through her pregnancy.

Not sure this would have made one of the Twilight movies better.

Don't mess with Alex Trebek.

Stories like this don't make me like Katherine Heigl.

Denise Richards is doing so much press, I have no reason to buy her book (not that I was planning on buying it - SWEAR).

Fine. Giorgio Armani looks great for a 77-year-old man. But WHY the teeny swimsuit? Is it shrinking?

Sounds like my favorite vampire is single.

I am super excited about the new additions to Community!

I also can't wait for Parks and Recreation to return!

Hugh Hefner's "Runaway Bride" is sharing way too much information about their relationship.

Selma Blair has a new baby boy.

Steven Spielberg's big ol' boat made some beachgoers angry.

Ben Affleck's new hair is kind of creepy.

Also, creepy: this wax statue of Brad Pitt.

So, this couple didn't break up.

Cutie Carey Mulligan is engaged.

See? Tattoos aren't forever.

General Hospital is drawing more guests.

AWK. WARD. Dolly Parton rapped about boobs.

New mom Mariah Carey must be sleep-deprived.

Oh, good. Kim Kardashian has something wrong with her. So, friends, she really is not perfect. Stop pressuring her.

Lauryn Hill had another baby.

Cameron Diaz could crush you with her arms.

Ozzy Osbourne paid a whole lot of money for a puppy.

Dave Chappelle is still acting strange.

Those Beckahms are good people.


Glee's creator talks about the casting changes.

Goldie Hawn looks great, but her smile makes my face hurt.

Divorce? What divorce? This is how Jennifer Lopez celebrated her birthday.

I'm judging Teri Hatcher by this photo: she reeks of patchouli and B.O.

A reality starlet and her football player fiance are done.

Leighton Meester's mom sounds horrible.

Charlie Sheen's troubled ex-wife is back in rehab.

If this is true, Jennifer Aniston might be moving a little fast.

Katy Perry totally got into the Smurf spirit.

Vanilla Ice is making a prediction about Justin Bieber.

Rest in peace, Amy Winehouse.

And Linda Christian.

The Animals Fight Back

Look, it's not that I think people are going out into the world to pick fights with animals. But the animals have clearly had enough.

Have you heard about this story about the shark that jumped onto a research boat? Oh, it's not just any shark. It was a GREAT WHITE SHARK! Here's the closest thing to video I could find of that incident.

I'm disappointed that in this day, there's no actual video of this happening, but the pictures scare me. And is that really the boat these researchers are using to look for great whites? They clearly need a bigger boat!

Don't like the water? Well, hiking isn't much safer. Did you hear about these teens who were out for a long hike in Alaska when a grizzly came at them? The big bear tore up seven of the kids!

I totally get that those kids, like the shark researchers, had wandered into the animal's territory. I don't even blame the animals for these things. But I know that I am less interested in going into shark-infested waters and areas where bears roam because I am pretty sure I would be paralyzed with fear and unable to scream/run/fight for my life.

You can keep the outdoors. I'll stay inside where my biggest threat is the cat who seems to want to kill me in my sleep.

Week In Pop Culture

Drew Barrymore looks amazing!

I'm not so sure Sharon Osbourne's "break" from The Talk is her doing.

Shannen Doherty is televising her wedding. I might be excited about this if we were in 1992.

Ricky Martin is talking about his future.

Daniel Craig is eager to get to work on the next Bond movie.

NBC has apparently had enough of Maria Menounos.

So, Lindsay Lohan thinks she's smarter than a judge.

Is there anything David Beckham can't do?

Not a fan of Matt Damon's new look.

Judging by pictures I've seen of her, these claims about Britney Spears don't really surprise me.

Did you miss the nominees for MTV's VMAs?

That George Clooney is such a prankster!

Here's more potential DWTS casting news.

Adele is a scaredy cat.

When did Jerry Hall get a grandma's body?

Two things I don't like are becoming one: Chris Brown got a part in a romantic comedy.

Eric Dane is in rehab.

Did you see Ryan Gosling get a case of the giggles?

Blake Lively and Leonardo DiCaprio might not be a thing anymore.

The biggest breakup of the week may be Clark Kent and Lois Lane.

LOVE THIS!

I don't know for sure, but I do believe Paris Hilton "stormed out of an interview" just to get people to talk about her. So, congrats, Paris! You win! Oh. Wait. You hoped it would get people to watch your reality show? Sorry.

James Franco is single.

Bette Midler has a beef with Lady Gaga.

Still not interested in Two And A Half Men. BTW - where's the "half" in this picture?

How many Kardashian sisters does the world REALLY need?

I like the oddities of Ralph Fiennes.

If you think you can handle pictures of Coco in a bikini, here you go.

So, The Coop even looks good covered in mud. Did he comb his hair?

Maya Rudolph has a baby boy.

Unexpected side effect of the Beckham's naming their baby Harper? This.

Who wouldn't want to be Brad Pitt's assistant?

Khloe and Lamar Odom were in a car that killed someone.

The Hoff is the new Hef.

Serena Williams.

Too much muscle? How about Ciara?

You can rent the beach house of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, but it'll cost you.

Oh, good. Eva Longoria is sexing a lady in a new movie. Can't wait to not see that one.

If this new couple report is true, I'm creeped out. Wait. Debunked. Phew!

I still think Stephanie Seymour's relationship with her son is odd.

Charlie Sheen might be returning to television - but not in MY house.

Celebriteen wedding crashers!

I really hope parents aren't taking their kids to see Rihanna - unless they're ready to have The Talk.

David Beckham explains the reasoning behind his daughter's middle name.

Kinda creepy: Kyra Sedgewick is a distant cousin of her hubby, Kevin Bacon.

This barely-celebrity couple married.

Eva Longoria's Las Vegas nightclub isn't a thing.

Pictures like this make me think hygiene is not high on Kristen Stewart's "to do" list.

Soon, you'll be able to smell just like Taylor Swift.

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are getting divorced. And I'm beginning to wonder if it was one big (sad if true) publicity stunt?

I See Strange Things

I've stumbled into a few more oddities. Some you may think you need - but I promise you really don't. So let's take a look at what I've found.

Lady Gaga Paper Doll
Don't get me wrong, I love me some Lady Gaga. Really. I do. And while, like Gaga, I want you to be as free as your hair, this paper doll kit will not put you on the "Edge of Glory." It may very well get you a trip to a mental hospital. Wait. Let me think about that. Quiet time at a place where you don't have to do chores? Sounds like a good vacation.

This may be fine for adults. For kids? I would really worry about a paper doll kit that comes with a pancake bra and bacon and egg panty. I have no beef with the Etch-a-Sketch panty, though I think it might not be accurate (or maybe it looks that way to be a little more discreet?).

Now, if someone can tell me where I can get a dog top like the one in this sketch, I may have some shopping to do!

Junderpants
Now, of all the silly things to do with stretchy fabric that looks like denim wear, this takes the panties. And I just realized I've talked about panties twice in this post. To my friends who don't like the word "panties," I half-heartedly apologize.


I am not convinced pajama jeans are a good idea. But seeing what happened when the ladies at Jezebel tried these junderpants, I am convinced these are a horrible idea. This shows how this normal-sized lady can't get crack-less coverage in these things. And look at how they fit! Could they make the butt look less cute? Don't ladies. Just don't.

Solar-Powered Bikini
Look. I love that more people are taking advantage of the sun. I would completely go solar at my house if someone gave me $20,000. But as much as I hate it when my iPod's battery goes kaput (listening to the radio is almost like waterboarding - without the wet), I would not dare risk a sunburn just to keep listening to my tunes or playing Words With Friends.

Don't even think of taking this in the pool. It's probably not meant for that or beach trips. And it looks hot. Not like "sexy" hot, but "my God, am I having a heat stroke" hot.

Also, by the looks of this bikini, you need to have  your breasts inflated. Hidden cost the iKini people aren't telling you. I am. You're welcome.

People Popsicles
Let's get one thing straight: I LOVE POPSICLES!

Heck, I'm even a bit intrigued by the flavor of this one.

But the idea of eating a popsicle with a face is super creepy. I have no desire to lick an actual person's face, let alone one that comes from a mold of either a real person or a movie/animated creature. Click the link in the title to see more of the shapes. Can you imagine sucking on a Marilyn Monroe popsicle? If your answer is yes, please don't tell me/post pictures/make a youtube video of it. And if you know me, please keep it to yourself forever or we can't be friends anymore. The flavors this company has sound amazing and from the looks of the photos, these things are huge! Unless they come in normal shapes, I can't do it. Not unless they're heavy on the vodka, light on the cranberry and I pass out at the end.

For more don'ts, click here.

Week In Pop Culture

When doesn't Christie Brinkley look great? NOTE: Wind was blowing up her dress, she was NOT doing the pee pee dance.

This is not Alicia Keys' best look.

Not that the Espys are important awards, but it was an excuse for some ladies to show off their goodies.

Kate Hudson chose a pretty random name for her new son.

Lindsay Lohan says she would have been perfect in Black Swan.

Jake Gyllenhaal came a little too close to crime.

I love these ladies on Community. In this magazine layout - not so much.

Kelly Osbourne did a little bit of crime fighting.

I don't know why I'm excited about the Emmy Awards. But these reactions to the nominations are pretty funny.

I am undecided about seeing the new Bourne movie without Matt Damon.

Those Glee kids will graduate.

I will not believe any Brad and Angelina are getting married story until I see a marriage certificate.

Daniel Baldwin is getting divorced.

Heidi Klum is bendy.

R. Kelly is losing his home.

In case you were wondering, Chris Brown is still a jerk.

Perhaps Roseanne doesn't like movies because she never made a good one?

This new couple is interesting. So is this one.

I'm not surprised one of the Olsens smokes, just disappointed.

Sarah Jessica Parker has turned her twins into mini-models.

Jessica Alba doesn't want you to see her in a bikini.

Ted Danson is headed to network TV.

Pretty ladies struggle through workouts, too!

Mila Kunis earned some serious cool points (and perhaps set a scary precedent). Now, I take the cool points away.

Rihanna covered Sweet Home Alabama.

I am SO going to watch this next summer!

Desperate Housewives could be on the way out.

Courtney Cox is sharing beauty tips online.

Does this make you want to hear Jennifer Lopez's new single?

Arnold Schwarzenegger is getting some movie work.

Read this Helena Bonham Carter story at your own risk.

WOW! Jaclyn Smith and Lynda Carter look awesome!

Russell Crowe is tweeting his diet.

Remember Sinead O'Connor?

I can't believe Cindy Crawford's daughter is not a model (yet).

If you think you don't need to wear sunblock, please see Rosie O'Donnell.

Not surprised Octomom can't control her kids. The actual surprise: no one has taken them away from her.

James Franco is still not taking responsibility for his awful Oscars hosting stint.

Halle Berry's life has become a horror film.

I'm officially excited about the Knocked Up sequel.

Kate Hudson had a baby boy. While the Beckhams welcomed (what's sure to be a chic) baby girl. Jewel has a baby boy.

One actress can't get work so she's selling shoes.

FYI: Gwyneth Paltrow can still rock a bikini.

A football player/DWTS contestant was busted for DWI.

A member of Wilson Phillips may lose her home.

McSteamy's going to be a daddy again.

I know it's hot in Texas, but I had no idea this would happen at Rihanna's Dallas show.

I like Oprah, but not in an Oscar host kind of way.

I have figured it out. I like Justin Timberlake in six minute increments - not entire movies.

Rob Lowe is making Lifetime movies now?

Elizabeth Taylor's house has been sold.

Rest in peace (and thanks for the memories), Sherwood Schwartz.

It's Bastille Day!

Full disclosure: I'm not French and had to consult the experts (Wikipedia) to determine if this is a cause for celebration or mourning. The conclusion: it's worthy of celebrating. Pop a bottle of bubbly or have some french fries!