Here we go again – artists insulting other artists in the industry. Singer India Arie has taken issue with Lady Gaga’s ‘Telephone’ video, calling it “socially irresponsible.” Here’s her tweet: I’m not referring to the abstract nature of the video … I’m talking about the IMAGERY – the unspoken back story, the language the message.” She caused a bit of a twitter frenzy after Gaga fans attacked her, for which she reminded everyone that she is entitled to her opinion. I agree that she is entitled to her opinion, I just have no idea what her opinion is. Does she think that Gaga is irresponsibly telling women to poison their boyfriends? It’s unclear.
Sandra Bullock the Entrepreneur? – Who Knew?
Amidst all of this craziness, we are learning much more about Sandra Bullock. She apparently has a great love for the city of Austin, and she recently opened a place there, called Walton’s Fancy and Staple. The place serves as a deli, florist, and catering operation. She also owns Bess Bistro in Austin. She completely renovated Walton’s from what was formerly a stagecoach depot, partly because she has a passion for restoring old buildings. Of renovating the building, Bullock once said “in the end, I might not make a dime. … But look at what we’ve done to this building. That’s an investment and payoff all on its own.” She also said that the acting is to fund the work she does in Austin. I love her!
Kelsey Grammar’s Wife Will Appear on ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’
The ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ cast has been announced, and the choices are heavily based on Hollywood connections. Kelsey Grammar’s wife, Camille Donatacci Grammer, will appear on the show, and questions are circulating about whether Kelsey will appear. Though I don’t have any inside knowledge on this one, I would bet my bank account on the fact that he won’t. My guess is that her appearance on the show was contingent upon her not mentioning Kelsey. Why? Because it would hurt his status to do so. She probably is doing this because she has wanted a Hollywood career for a while now. Though Whitney Houston didn’t care much about her status when she appeared on ‘Being Bobbi Brown,’ so perhaps I am wrong. Also set to appear are Paris Hilton’s aunts, Kim and Kyle Richards. More of the Hiltons?! Does it ever end?
CBS Turned Down Tiger Woods Intervew
I knew this was suspicious. I just learned that the ESPN interview with Tiger Woods was originally offered to CBS, but they turned it down because they didn’t want to meet all of the interview restrictions, particularly the 5 minute time limit. I am also guessing there were tight restraints on the types of questions that would be asked. CBS made the right choice I think. There is no point in doing a bad, watered-down interview. As an aside, I just saw this interview, and it is pretty ridiculous. He’s not even sitting in a chair! Does it even count as an interview if there isn’t a chair? Plus, it seems awfully rehearsed. I am sure he was given a list of every single question beforehand. Watch below.
Dancing With the Stars Debuts Tonight
NBC Won’t Allow Conan to Appear on ‘Idol Gives Back’
Looks like NBC will keep Conan on lock-down as long as possible. Conan was asked to appear on ‘Idol Gives Back,’ but NBC said no. Conan’s contract with NBC expires in May, and I guess they didn’t want him to appear on the very network that they will likely be competing with in the future. So much for charity.
Steven Spielberg Discusses his Reunion with ‘Jurassic Park’s’ Joe Mazzello on ‘The Pacific’
Steven Spielberg reunited with ‘Timmy’ from Jurassic Park for his new $200 million HBO 10 part mini-series. The point of this story is the adorable reunion, and not the ghastly cost of the mini-series, which I have absolutely no idea how HBO will recoup. Anyways, Spielberg described the reunion in a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly. He said he had no idea that the casting director was bringing Mazzello in to audition, until he randomly saw his name on the list and got really excited. Adorable.
Tiger Woods First Interview Since the Scandal Will Air Tonight
Tiger Woods is allegedly sitting down for a one-on-one interview with ESPN’s Tom Rinaldi Sunday (tonight) at 7pm. The interview was supposed to be hush-hush, but the story was leaked, probably as a ploy to boost ratings. I’m actually not sure why an interview would air without any promotion whatsoever. What is the point of doing an interview if no one knows to tune in? I guess Tiger didn’t take Barbara Walters’ advice when she said not to do an interview. Ironically, I was hoping that if he agreed to do a sit-down interview, it would be with Babs herself. I think he wanted the ESPN sports audience to tune in in time for the Masters. See Barbara Walters give advice to Tiger below.
Nygel Lythgoe is Upset with Paula Abdul
Nygel Lythgoe has finally explained why Paula Abdul never made an appearance on ‘So You Think You Can Dance.’ After her ‘American Idol’ negotiations fell through, Nigel tried to get her for SYTYCD. Regarding his efforts Nigel said, “I spent an entire season wooing her and if she was ever going to do it, she would have. The timing was perfect for her. I was rather shocked she didn’t pick up and join us at any point. I mean, Katie Holmes was there, Jennifer Lopez was there. I know we don’t have Idol money and so does Paula, but at the end of the day I do plenty of things for no money because I want to support dance. And as an dancer/performer/choreographer, I would have thought she’d like to support us.” It sounds like Abdul needs to sack her new manager. She hired David Sonenberg as a manager early last year right around the time she made all of these erratic career choices. First she loses her ‘American Idol’ gig, then she turns down SYTYCD, and her recent ‘Star Search’ negotiations fell through. It’s time to get a new team Paula.
Lance Armstrong and Tony Kornheiser (A.K.A Mr. Douchebag) Kiss and Make-Up
Lance Armstrong professed his forgiveness of Tony Kornheiser on his twitter page, after they had a “decent chat” about Korneiser’s cyclist hater comments. To review, this is what Tony Korn-hole said: “They don’t share the road. They dominate the road. They dare you to run them down. Then when you do, they get angry. What is that about? So you tap them. I’m not saying you kill them. I’m saying you tap them. Tap them once. If you’re not rubbing, you’re not racing right? So you pop them a little bit and see what happens.” If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Korn-tard, he is the ESPN jerk-off who was suspended for making comments about co-worker Hanna Storm’s wardrobe. Here’s what he said about her: “Hannah Storm is in a horrifying, horrifying outfit today. She’s got on red go-go boots and a catholic school plaid skirt. Way too short for somebody in her 40s or maybe early 50s by now. And she’s got on her typically very, very tight shirt. So she looks like she’s got sausage casing wrapping around her upper body. I mean, I know she’s very good, and I’m not supposed to be critical of ESPN people, so I won’t … But, Hannah Storm, come on now! Stop! What are you doing? … [She’s] what I would call a Holden Caulfield fantasy at this point.” Can someone please fire this guy?