THE DISHMASTER

This was a fair fight, and in the end, the right person won. Derek Hough choreographed one of the most original, moving freestyles in history, in a paired-back contemporary piece that stood out among his over-the-top rivals. It was a strategic choice that paid off, and considering that Kellie Pickler doesn’t have dance training, this was ever-the-more impressive.

There are always touching moments in times of tragedy, and this one broke my heart — in a good way. Watch as an Oklahoma tornado survivor discusses the loss of her dog in the storm, only to find out that he was right behind her the whole time. The newscaster spotted him, and he jumped out as soon as he became free. He looked fine. Watch below.

There’s no doubt that Derek Hough is a top-caliber choreographer. But not even I expected his unprecedented freestyle routine. He not only deserves to win, he’s in a league beyond any of his competitors. Watch him and Kellie Pickler strip down their routine in favor of a contemporary masterpiece.

What do those judges know anyhow? Watch Karina and Jacoby perform one of my favorite freestyles in the history of the show.

My favorite part of Jennifer Lopez’s performance at the Billboard Music Awards was watching Taylor Swifts jubilant dance along. Watch JLO show everyone how it’s really done.

 

• ‘Teen Mom’s’ Farrah Abraham is nuts. Pop Bytes

• Jaime King has a cute baby bump. Rumor Fix

• Zoe Saldana has a new man. Huffington Post

• Beyonce may or may not be pregnant. Radar Online

• Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez are on . . .. again. TMZ

• Denise Richards and Mother Theresa have a lot in common. Contact Music

• Chris Brown and his ex might be back together. Hollywood Life

• Justin Bartha got engaged. LA Times

• Another Demi Moore boytoy bites the dust. GossipCenter

• Kim Kardashian still can’t dress. NYP

• Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson broke up. Wet Paint

Do you think that while Jennifer Lopez performed on American Idol she thought, “Hey Bitches, this is how it’s done?” She sure “Live[d] it up.” Watch the consummate diva break it down on Idol, and take special note of how she’s a bad-ass. Enjoy (it starts at the five minute mark).

I’m a die-hard fan of The Eagles. My father introduced me at a young age, and I’ve since played their music on repeat. In fact, my seventh grade science teacher had our entire class memorize ‘Lying Eyes’ and sing it every Friday atop our desks (yes, that’s a true story). I’m also avidly intrigued by band histories, and I’ve always been curious about the inner-workings of The Eagles. Is it true they hate each other, as many have suggested?

When I was sent their new documentary, ‘History of The Eagles,’ I was simultaneously elated and skeptical. Would they really reveal what I wanted to know? Would they divulge the actual inside-story of the famous friction that’s been subject to decades of speculation? And lastly, would I learn about what influenced the creativity that’s produced an astounding amount of hits? The answer to all those questions is yes. These guys went for it, and whether you’re a die-hard fan or just an average audience member, this is a nail-biting masterpiece.

Most of my favorite moments in the documentary came from Don Henley and Glenn Frey, the self-proclaimed “leaders of the band,” who meticulously recounted many of the obstacles that led to the band’s breakup. Frey was particularly honest about his friction with Don Felder. One such story involved Felder wanting to sing lead, a desire that Henley and Frey nixed, saying, his voice “wasn’t up to band standards.” According to Joe Walsh, Felder never forgave them, and that animosity, along with squabbles over money, ultimately led to Frey firing Felder. Felder broke down during the documentary while discussing the events. There were a few other entrances and exits throughout the years that are also explained in great detail.

Another moving moment in the documentary came from Joe Walsh, who detailed his journey to sobriety. Frey and Henley asked Walsh to join their reunion tour in 1994 under the condition that he get sober. Walsh immediately went to rehab and has been sober ever since. He thanks his band members for pushing him to clean up.

Not all musicians are capable of providing the details of their career highs and lows, but Don Henley and Glenn Frey are made for it. Henley is so intensely intriguing that I often wondered if he’d done voice-overs for dramatic blockbuster films. He has a line at the end of the movie that I won’t ruin, but it involves rust, and it’s not to be missed. As for Frey, he breaks down all barriers, tells his side of the story, and seems perfectly okay with any reaction his honesty might produce. These guys have guts. And this is worth the watch.

Click HERE to order the three-disc set, which includes the History of the Eagles Part One, the History of the Eagles Part Two, and the Eagles Live At The Capital Centre.

Watch the trailer below.

If you’re curious about the motivation behind Ellen DeGeneres’ on-air kiss-ass session with Bethenny Frankel, wonder no more! Ellen is the executive producer behind Bethenny’s new daytime talk show. In case you missed it, Bethenny has made the press rounds bashing her ex in a bid to save face a midst the breakdown of her ‘Bethenny Ever After’ enterprise. Though I understand the PR move, I’m generally opposed to a using the media for a vitriolic post-nuptial throw-down. Watch the trailer for her new show below.

If Halle Berry can pop one out at her age, why can’t Jennifer Lopez?

When asked if she’d like more children, she said that although it might not be in the cards, it would certainly be a blessing. Watch below.