There are rules about spats with one’s exes no matter who said what or who did what to whom, and Kanye West and Amber Rose just broke them, taking their blind rage to a point of no return. When Wiz Khalifa insulted the title for Kanye’s new record by implying he bit off another artist, Kanye went ape and hurled a series of insults toward Wiz, which included hits at Wiz’s child with Amber Rose, saying that he’s angry he’s indebted to a stripper for 18 years that “trapped him.” Rose retorted with a crude comment about Kanye’s affinity for ass-play in the bedroom, and Kanye . . . didn’t respond. According to Amber, children are off limits (but apparently what happened in the bedroom . . . isn’t).
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Sarah Silverman on Jimmy Fallon — Holy Hotness!
There’s much to acknowledge about Sarah Silverman’s very funny appearance on Jimmy Fallon, but as an anti-feminist, I can’t help but ignore how unbelievably hot she looks. Apparently dating Michael Sheen will give you a fountain of youth, because Silverman has never looked so chic and happy. Remember the Jimmy Kimmel romance days of ball caps and jeans? Watch below for a very different take on your favorite funny girl.
21st Annual Critics’ Choice Awards — See Photos
The stars came out for the 21st Annual Critics’ Choice Awards, and below are some highlights from the show and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the cocktail hour and after-party where guests celebrated achievements and sipped on Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio and Chianti Classico Riserva. Enjoy!
Chelsea Handler Responds to Heather McDonald: “She Sold Tabloid Stories”
When Heather McDonald badmouthed her former boss at E! during a recent podcast, I knew there had to be more to the story. First, no one takes aim at a Hollywood power player if their career is on track and second, she had no definitive point other than some baby crying about being banned from Handler’s inner circle. As expected, Handler did not take kindly to the criticism and told Howard Stern that McDonald sold stories to the press about Handler’s personal life in exchange for her own photo being featured. Something tells me McDonald should start searching for a new career. Listen to Handler’s account below.
Steven Avery’s Attorney is Unsure of His Guilt
Netflix’s widely watched true crime series ‘Making a Murderer’ is supposed to raise serious questions about our judicial system, not Steven Avery’s guilt. Why? Because his guilt is the least relevant part of the series. If Avery can be convicted based on evidence obtained through a plethora of police infractions, including a coerced confession without an attorney present, then every innocent life is in jeopardy. We set guilty people free to protect the innocent, and there’s a reason for that. Allowing the state to build a case based on their own personal belief of a defendant’s guilt, means that even if they plant evidence, taint the jury, and force confessions, it’s completely cool as long as it’s all in the name of protecting the public, right? Well, tell that to your son, daughter, parent, or friend that’s wrongly convicted of a crime, because those same standards will apply. Avery’s attoreny made that very clear on CBS Morning, when he said “I’m not convinced of his guilt,” in refrerence to a question about Avery’s innocence, which clearly reiterates the standard of “Beyond a reasonable doubt.” Watch below.
Linda Perry Calls Out Lady Gaga’s Songwriting Credit
Linda Perry is known for her no-apology approach to the press, having often spoken up about the perils of the current music industry and her own experience with unfair streaming services that underpay its artists. It only makes sense, therefore, that she’d focus her attention on publishing rights, and this time — Lady Gaga took the hit. According to Perry, Diane Warren wrote the song currently nominated for Best Original Song at the Oscars for the film ‘The Hunting Ground’ and Gaga got a credit for promotioal purposes. Perry’s proof is having received the demo originally written for another artist. Gaga’s subsequent version only changed one line, which means if she did participate in the writing, it was minimal at best.
Though Perry has a point, this type of exchange has been afloat for decades, with Paul Anka’s penned theme for ‘The Tonight Show’ as the most notorious example. According to Anka, Johnny Carson wanted a credit, and without it, Anka’s tune wouldn’t make the cut. Better to get 50% of something than 100% of nothing, Anka thought, so he agreed. It’s a problem, but it’s the type of trade that exists in many, unrelated industries.
American Idol’s Standout Star — Jenn Blosil
It’s a shame to see ‘American Idol’ in its last year, especially since the ratings still warrant buzz, but I suppose they’d like to stop the bleeding before it gets any worse given that the viewership is decreasing each year. It’s also worth noting that they have not produced a star in some time, so hopefully they’ll go out on top. I’ve seen many of the auditions thus far, and Jenn Blosil is the first to grab my attention. Watch her chilling rendition of Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive.”
Nancy Grace Should Be Removed From Television . . . NOW
After watching the video below, I’m officially petitioning for Nancy Grace to be thrown off television. As an attorney, it’s deplorable that she so easily dismisses judicial injustice and leaps to an assumption of guilt, when our country is founded on a presumption of innocence. Yes, Brendan Dassey was convicted, but that does not make him guilty. Furthermore, if he is in fact guilty, does that make evidence-planting and coerced confessions without the presence of a parent or attorney okay? Because if it does, then the life of every innocent person is officially in jeopardy, because no one is safe. Dassey’s own attorney positioned his client against his own interest by intentionally being absent during his interrogation, and though his attorney was removed from the case as a result, his confession remained intact. As for Grace and Wahlberg stupidly arguing over “who is the victim,” it’s completely irrelevant. Perhaps we should remove trials altogether and just incarcerate people on a hunch? Everyone deserves a fair trial, and if you watched ‘Making a Murderer’ and feel both parties got one, then please never be on a jury.
Queen and Bowie’s Isolated “Under Pressure” Vocal Track — LISTEN NOW
How do singers sound sans auto-tune? Well, if you’re Freddie Mercury and David Bowie, the answer is pretty damn good. With their isolated vocal track gaining traction, you can listen for yourself to “Under Pressure,” a 1981 song originally recorded by Bowie and Queen. It would later make it to Queen’s 1982 album, ‘Hot Space.’ Sources reveal that the riveting song was created in Switzerland during an improvisational, 24-hour jam session, with is evidenced by much of the scat singing. Listen to the magic moment below.
Tabloid Gossip: Your Week of Links
The Golden Globes red carpet looks are in. E! Online
Caitlyn Jenner cancelled her speaking tour. Wet Paint
Nick Jonas and Kate Hudson can’t get enough of each other. ICYDK
Iggy Azalea’s fiance doesn’t like wedding planning. Just Jared
Zayn Malik talked about One Direction. Billboard
‘The Cosby Show’s’ Keshia Knight Pullam is engaged. Contact Music
Lamar Odom made his first appearance outside the hospital. Stuff
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher gave $1 million to Syrian refugees. Mtv
Brittany Snow has a new man. E! Online
Jeremy Renner’s divorced is finalized. Yahoo!
Steve-O is dating Kat Von D. TMZ
‘Glee’s’ Mark Salling was arrested on child pornography charges. The Inquistr
Ryan Phillippe is engaged. People
Sean Penn and Madonna might have reignited their romance. NYDN