March 9 2010
HOLLYWOOD DIRT OVERFLOW
OSCAR FALLOUT
RYAN O'NEAL IS UPSET THAT FARRAH FAWCETT WAS LEFT OUT OF THE OSCAR MONTAGE OF DEATH . . . BUT THE ACADEMY REFUSES TO APOLOGIZE:
Everyone noticed that FARRAH FAWCETT and BEA ARTHUR were left out of the Montage of Death during Sunday night's Oscars. (--You could probably add ED MCMAHON to the list of snubs, but he wasn't even really an actor. Then again, was MICHAEL JACKSON???) --No one is speaking up for Bea yet . . . (--Where you at, Betty White???) But RYAN O'NEAL is going to the mat for Farrah. --He says, quote, "It was a terrible decision and very hurtful. Farrah was a member of the Academy for over 40 years and we could not believe she did not get a mention. --"Both [my daughter] Tatum and I were very upset and we intend to write a letter to the Academy to try and get an explanation for this oversight on their behalf." --He added, quote, "They gave mentions to sound guys and other writers and without being disrespectful, Farrah Fawcett was an icon and a household name. --"Quite frankly, we were stunned at the decision not to include her in the tribute and I feel that the Academy should be scolded for that, everyone was shocked." --ROGER EBERT and JANE FONDA have Ryan's back. Both of them went to the Internet and forgot their respective ages by using the word FAIL when bashing the Oscars for dissing Farrah. --Unfortunately, the Academy has heard everyone's complaints . . . and it DOESN'T CARE. --Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger says, quote, "I would not say that it was an oversight. No matter how carefully and how conscientiously people address who is included, there are people who just simply can't be." --"In any given year there will always be some people that other people think should have been included and that there's more justification for one person versus another. It is impossible to include everybody."
KATHY IRELAND WAS *NOT* UNDER THE INFLUENCE AT THE OSCARS:
One of the big post-Oscar discussion topics has been KATHY IRELAND . . . and what SUBSTANCES she was on as she did red carpet interviews for ABC. --Well, despite her awkward delivery and sometimes bizarre comments, Kathy was COMPLETELY SOBER on Sunday. --She hit up Twitter to answer her critics. She said, quote, "No meds or alcohol Angel===just J.O.Y.! Never use drugs and that as a Mom is not a cool or funny suggestion." --She added, quote, "[I] cannot please everyone . . . and frankly I wouldn't ever want to . . . Don't feel embarrassed for me. Had a blast and it was so much FUN!"
41.3 MILLION PEOPLE WATCHED THE OSCARS:
41.3 million people watched the Oscars on Sunday night, making it the most-watched ceremony in FIVE YEARS. (--Last year's show, in which "Slumdog Millionaire" won Best Picture . . . averaged 36.3 million viewers. The year before that, when "No Country for Old Men" won, the show had a record-low 32 million viewers.)
WAS SEAN PENN BANNED FROM A POST-OSCAR PARTY FOR STARTING A FIGHT WITH HIS EX-WIFE'S BOYFRIEND???
There's a story going around that SEAN PENN was banned from a post-Oscar party called the Governors Ball, because he PICKED A FIGHT. --Supposedly, he got into it backstage at the Oscars with a guy named Greg Shapiro. He's one of the producers of "The Hurt Locker". But more importantly, he's currently fornicating with Sean's ex-wife, ROBIN WRIGHT. --A rep for the Academy says this did NOT happen . . . and the reason Sean wasn't at the Governors Ball was because he CHOSE not to attend. --Robin and Greg have reportedly been dating since last month. He recently produced a movie she's in called "The Conspirator". It was directed by ROBERT REDFORD, and it's due out sometime this year. --Robin is 43 . . . Greg is 36.
SEAN HAYES IS FINALLY OUT OF THE CLOSET:
In what has to be a total shock to absolutely no one on the planet, SEAN HAYES has come out of the closet. --Hayes played the flamboyantly gay Jack McFarland on "Will & Grace" . . . but until now he has refused to discuss his sexuality. Not that he was fooling anybody. --Sean dropped his non-bombshell in the gay magazine, "The Advocate". He said, quote, "I am who I am. I was never in, as they say. Never." --As for why it took him so long to talk about his sexual preference, he said, quote, "I believe that nobody owes anything to anybody. --"You are your authentic self to whom and when you choose to be, and if you don't know somebody, then why would you explain to them how you live your life?" --Sean also claimed that he's done his part for the gay community, despite staying silent about his "membership" . . . quote, "I feel like I've contributed monumentally to the success of the gay movement in America, and if anyone wants to argue that, I'm open to it. You're welcome, 'Advocate'." --He also expressed some resentment toward "The Advocate" and others in the media who tried to "out" him before he was ready to talk.--He said, quote, "Why would you go down that path with somebody who's done so much to contribute to the gay community? That was my beef about it. --"What more do you want me to do? Do you want me to stand on a float? And then what? It's never enough. --"That's the thing about celebrity: It sets you up to fail because the expectation is so high of what's needed, what's wanted from you that the second you don't [meet it], you disappoint people." --One thing Sean isn't worried about is whether this will cost him any jobs. He said, quote, "They know where I am if they want me. And if they don't, that's fine, too." --Oh . . . and sorry to disappoint you guys, but Sean is TAKEN. He said, quote, "I spend time with a special someone in my life. That's it. That's all I need. I don't need events. --"I don't do a lot. I live my life like an 85-year-old man. I'm just quiet. It's fantastic."
SIMON COWELL SAYS THERE'S NO WEDDING DATE YET:
"USA Today" says that SIMON COWELL confirmed Sunday night that he's engaged to "American Idol" makeup artist Mezhgan Hussainy. But he doesn't know when he'll be making The Big Mistake. --He said, quote, "We haven't set a date yet." (--Jay Leno got a little more out of Simon last night on "The Tonight Show". Check out the video here . . .)http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b170812_simon_cowell_getting_married_within.html
MARIAH CAREY IS NOT PREGNANT:
There was talk over the weekend that MARIAH CAREY might be pregnant. --It all started at the Independent Spirit Awards, when she said, quote, "I have a lot of new acting projects coming up . . . But there's also something else very special on the way. I can't say any more." --That, coupled with Mariah's delightfully candy-coated figure, got a lot of people talking. --But Mariah's rep says there is, once again, NO TRUTH to this rumor.
MARIE OSMOND'S SON WAS LAID TO REST YESTERDAY:
MARIE OSMOND'S 18-year-old son MICHAEL was laid to rest yesterday. 450 people attended the memorial service at the Mormon chapel in Provo, Utah. --Marie herself gave a brief eulogy, in which she said, quote, "Thank you for those beautiful 18 years." Six of Michael's seven siblings also spoke. --The service ended with Marie's brothers Donny, Alan, Merrill, Jay, Wayne and Jimmy singing a Mormon hymn. Fellow Osmond brothers Tom and Virl, who are deaf, signed the words.
ANDREW KOENIG'S MEMORIAL WAS HELD ON SATURDAY:
Former "Growing Pains" actor ANDREW KOENIG was laid to rest on Saturday at a place called the Inn of the Seventh Ray in Topanga Canyon, California. --About 100 people showed up, including some of Andrew's co-stars from "Growing Pains" and some of his father, WALTER KOENIG'S, co-stars from the original "Star Trek". --A rep for Walter said, quote, "It was a celebration of life. All of the family was there and a lot of his actor friends and filmmakers flew down and joined in."
JOHN TRAVOLTA SAYS THAT GETTING OVER HIS SON'S DEATH WILL BE A "LIFELONG PROJECT":
JOHN TRAVOLTA seemed to have it all together when he appeared on the Oscar telecast Sunday night. But behind the scenes, he's still devastated by the death of his son Jett just over a year ago. --He tells "People" magazine, quote, "We are working hard on healing, still. It's going to be a lifelong project. Everybody has been so enormously supportive and I really appreciate it."
PLACIDO DOMINGO HAD COLON CANCER SURGERY:
Opera star PLACIDO DOMINGO had surgery last week to remove a cancerous polyp from his colon. They caught it before it could spread, and he's expected to make a full recovery. --Domingo, who's 69 years old, was released from the hospital on Sunday . . . and is expected to be back singing in front of a crowd on April 16th in Milan, Italy.
MOMS THINK SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR AND FREDDIE PRINZE JR. PICKED THE BEST BABY NAME OF 2009:
Celebrities come up with some pretty ridiculous names for their babies. But sometimes they get it right. --BabyCenter.com polled 5,000 moms on their favorite celebrity baby names of 2009. And the overwhelming choice was Charlotte Grace . . . the 5-month-old daughter of SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR and FREDDIE PRINZE JR. --Charlotte picked up 49% of the vote. Coming in a distant second was Seraphina Rose Elisabeth . . . the 14-month-old daughter of BEN AFFLECK and JENNIFER GARNER. She got 12%. --On the other end of the spectrum, moms HATED Sparrow James Midnight . . . the RIDICULOUS name that NICOLE RICHIE and JOEL MADDEN gave to their 5-month-old son. --37% of moms picked Sparrow as their LEAST-favorite celebrity baby name of 2009. --In second place was Satyana . . . the 11-month-old daughter of ALYSON HANNIGAN and ALEXIS DENISOF. She got 17% of the vote.
IT IS *NOT* ON BETWEEN ZAC EFRON AND ROBERT PATTINSON:
I love it when pretty girls fight. Which is why I'm so disappointed that there appears to be no beef between ZAC EFRON and ROBERT PATTINSON. --On the Oscar red carpet, Zac just EXPLODED with warm, gooey love for Robert. --He said, quote, "He's absolutely amazing. I think he's making great choices. I think he's handling it all really well, but you know, he's a superstar. He really deserves all this." (--It's unfortunate, but at the same time, maybe a fight between these two wouldn't be all that hot. First off, you just KNOW they'd agree to a "no hitting in the face" rule before throwing down. There's just too much at stake there.) (--Secondly, no matter how much ripping and tearing they did, their hair would look exactly the same AFTER the fight as it did BEFORE.)
BRITNEY SPEARS IS BANNED FROM TALKING TO LINDSAY LOHAN:
Pulitzer Prize Candidate "The National Enquirer" says that BRITNEY SPEARS' dad has banned her from having any contact with LINDSAY LOHAN. --Supposedly, Lindsay called Britney recently, asking for tips on how to get her life back on track. And Britney's dad, Jamie Spears, hit the roof. --A so-called "source" says, quote, "He instantly phoned Lindsay's managers and told them he would not tolerate further attempts to contact his daughter. Jamie's trying to keep what he deems to be bad influences away from his daughter, and Lindsay certainly qualifies."
CHECK OUT THE "IRON MAN 2" TRAILER:
"Iron Man 2" hits theaters on May 7th. The trailer is online NOW. And SCARLETT JOHANSSON, who plays a character called the Black Widow, looks AMAZING in it. (--Sorry, Gwyneth. Here's the link . . .)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOzuBOefL8I
CAMERON DIAZ CAN'T WAIT TO WORK WITH JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE AGAIN:
CAMERON DIAZ is looking forward to working with ex-boyfriend JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE on the upcoming flick "Bad Teacher". --She says, quote, "He's the best person for the job. He's going to be hilarious. He's clearly a very talented comedian, look at his 'Saturday Night Live' [skits]. He's fantastic, he's going to be so great."
"SOPRANOS" CREATOR DAVID CHASE IS WORKING ON A ROCK AND ROLL MOVIE:
"Sopranos" creator DAVID CHASE is making his feature film directing debut with a movie that has NOTHING to do with the Mafia. It's actually about ROCK AND ROLL. --There's no title yet, but it's being described as, quote, "a music-driven coming-of-age saga about a bunch of guys who form a rock band in the 1960s."
DOES KEANU REEVES REALLY WANT TO DO ANOTHER "BILL & TED" MOVIE???
At the Oscars on Sunday night, MTV News asked KEANU REEVES about a "Bill & Ted" sequel . . . and Keanu replied that he's TRYING to get one off the ground. And he claimed that he was NOT kidding.(--Here's video of this potentially earth-shattering moment . . .)http://www.mtv.com/videos/movies/490140/bill-and-ted-the-sequel.jhtml#id=1633350(--"Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" came out in 1989. The sequel, "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey", followed in 1991.)
BROOKE BURKE *WILL* CO-HOST "DANCING WITH THE STARS":
It's official: BROOKE BURKE will be the new "Dancing with the Stars" co-host alongside TOM BERGERON. (--Back in January, SAMANTHA HARRIS announced that she would not be returning for Season 10.) --Brooke is pretty pumped about the gig. On her blog, she said, quote, "Today is one of the most exciting days ever!!! With the exception of my family and children, today tops the list of all my professional endeavors!!! --"AAAAHHHGGGGG!!! That's me screaming and jumping up and down! And, I'm crossing off one more thing from my Bucket List!" (--The season begins March 22nd.)
BETTY WHITE SAYS SHE *IS* DOING "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE":
Well, you asked for it. At an Oscar party on Sunday night, BETTY WHITE confirmed that she will be appearing on an upcoming episode of "Saturday Night Live". There are no specifics on WHEN or HOW it'll go down. --There was talk that she'd be hosting alongside MOLLY SHANNON, TINA FEY and AMY POEHLER as part of a special "Women of Comedy" episode, but "SNL" boss LORNE MICHAELS reportedly denied that. (--To date, over 485,000 people have become a "fan" of a Facebook campaign called "Betty White to Host SNL (please?)!")
DONOVAN MCNABB AND TERRELL OWENS WILL RE-TEAM ON "PROS VS. JOES":
Quarterback DONOVAN MCNABB and receiver TERRELL OWENS . . . who once played together on the Philadelphia Eagles . . . will re-team on an upcoming episode of the Spike TV show "Pros Vs. Joes". --But they won't be playing football. They're teaming up with tight end ANTONIO GATES of the San Diego Chargers to shoot hoops against former NBA stars HAKEEM OLAJUWON, KENNY SMITH and RICK FOX. --The premise here is that McNabb, Owens and Gates all had promising college basketball careers, but ultimately chose the NFL. Their episode tapes this Friday. There's no airdate yet, but the new season premieres July 14th. (--Owens trashed McNabb on his way out of Philadelphia in 2005 . . . but apparently they're cool with each other now.)
IT LOOKS LIKE "NUMB3RS" IS ENDING:
"Numb3rs" hasn't officially been cancelled yet, but it looks like it's only a matter of time, because two of the show's stars have already taken roles in new pilots. --ROB MORROW, who plays FBI agent Don Eppes, has been cast in a new legal drama called "The Whole Truth" . . . and DAVID KRUMHOLTZ, who plays his mathematician brother, has landed a role on an untitled RON HOWARD project. (--If this is the end of "Numb3rs", this Friday's episode will be the series finale.)
IT'S STILL *ON* BETWEEN SIMON COWELL AND STING:
A while back, STING and SIMON COWELL had a little back-and-forth . . . in the media, at least . . . beginning when Sting dissed Simon's singing competition shows. (--Specifically, Britain's "The X Factor".) --He said, quote, "You have judges who have no recognizable talent apart from self-promotion. Basically, [it's] televised karaoke where they conform to stereotypes. It is a soap opera, which has nothing to do with music. It's appalling." --Simon responded, quote, "Talking about these contestants being a bunch of karaoke no-hopers . . . I thought it was pompous." --Well, their beef still ON. --In an interview over the weekend, Simon unleashed a few more digs. He said, quote, "First of all, anybody who at the age of 60 calls himself Sting is an idiot. --"I find those kind of people . . . who come from quite humble beginnings and they're [now] living in these stately homes . . . professing to know everything about everything in the world, and what the contestants may or may not feel. --"They can say that because they've got everything they want in their lives, but what they're really saying is anybody else who needs a shot shouldn't be allowed to do it." (--In fairness, that wasn't exactly what Sting was saying. His point was that these shows create cookie-cutter pop artists, who conform to pre-existing stereotypes, while suppressing their individuality. That's where the debate should be.)
NEW ON VIDEO TODAY
--"Precious" - Oscar-nominee Gabourey Sidibe plays a pregnant 16-year-old who's abused at home and failing in school. Oscar-winner Mo'Nique plays her vicious mom, and Razzie-winner Mariah Carey plays a social worker who helps her.
--"Up in the Air" - George Clooney is a corporate downsizer who's lived on the road for so long that he's almost earned his lifetime goal of 10 million frequent flyer miles. But just when he falls in love with another traveler, his company's new efficiency expert threatens to cut off his travel budget.
--"The Stoning of Soraya M." - James Cavaziel . . . the guy who played Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ" . . . plays a French journalist who gets stranded in an Iranian village, and learns how they persecuted and killed an innocent woman. It's based on a true story.
--"The Boondock Saints 2: All Saints Day" - Sean Patrick Flannery and Norman Reedus return as the McManus brothers, who went on a killing spree to rid Boston of the mafia after getting a vision from God. Billy Connolly also returns as their hitman father . . . and Judd Nelson is a mob boss looking for revenge.
--"Old Dogs" - Robin Williams discovers he's the father of 7-year-old twins, so he asks his womanizing best friend to help him take care of them. John Travolta plays his friend and Travolta's wife Kelly Preston plays the mother of the twins.
--"Planet 51" - Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is an astronaut who lands on a planet of little green suburban families, who are terrified that he's an alien invader. Jessica Biel and Justin Long play two alien teens helping him get back to his ship.
--"Barbie in a Mermaid Tale" . . . Do I really need to say any more? If you have little girls then you have already have a MILLION other Barbie movies. So who cares about the plot? You're probably already stuck buying this one too.
TV SERIES ON DVD:
--"Hannah Montana: Miley Says Goodbye" . . . this is the HEART-WRENCHING third season finale that just aired, in which Miley decides to leave Malibu and return to Tennessee to be with her favorite horse Blue Jeans. Admit it. You cried. (???)
--"In Plain Sight: Season 2" . . . a three-disc DVD set of the USA Network's witness protection program series that stars the very sexy Mary McCormack.
--"Walker, Texas Ranger: The Seventh Season" . . . a five-disc set. (--It ran for nine seasons.)
--"Matt Houston: The First Season" . . . a six-disc set. (--It ran three seasons.)
--"Scarecrow and Mrs. King: The Complete First Season" . . . a five-disc DVD set. (--It ran for four seasons.)
--"Tremors: The Complete Series" . . . a three-disc DVD set.
NEW MUSIC OUT TODAY
--"Valleys of Neptune", Jimi Hendrix (--It features 12 previously unreleased songs from the final studio sessions of the original Jimi Hendrix Experience lineup. Most of the tracks were recorded in 1969.)
--"Plastic Beach", Gorillaz (--Their guests include Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Bobby Womack, De La Soul, and Lou Reed.)
--"Battle of the Sexes", Ludacris (--It includes his hilarious Tiger Woods parody, "Sexting", which WILL make you a Ludacris fan even if you weren't before. His guests on the disc include Ne-Yo, Flo Rida, Ciara, Trey Songz, Eve and Plies.)
THE FOO FIGHTERS ARE ENDING THEIR HIATUS:
The FOO FIGHTERS have been pretty quiet over the past year and a half . . . and during that time, singer DAVE GROHL did THEM CROOKED VULTURES with JOSH HOMME and JOHN PAUL JONES. --But Dave says the break is over, and the Foo Fighters have already begun work on their next album. --It sounds like the band is going old-school. They've hired producer BUTCH VIG . . . who did the NIRVANA classic "Nevermind" 20 years ago. And Dave says they're recording the album ANALOG . . . out of his garage. --He added, quote, "I think this could be our heaviest album yet." --They haven't actually recorded anything yet, so there's obviously no word on a release date. Grohl said in a separate interview that he'd like to start laying down tracks in September . . . after Them Crooked Vultures finishes their second album.
SIMON & GARFUNKEL *ARE* GOING OUT ON TOUR THIS SPRING:
PAUL SIMON and ART GARFUNKEL have confirmed talk that they're going to be hitting the road together this spring. (--Simon & Garfunkel have performed off-and-on since originally splitting in 1970. Their last tour together was in 2003.) --Yesterday, they announced a 13-date tour, which begins with the Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans on April 24th and runs through a show in Montreal on May 15th. (--You can check out all the dates, here . . .) http://www.simonandgarfunkel.com/live.html
D'ANGELO HAS PLEADED NOT GUILTY TO SOLICITATION:
D'ANGELO has pleaded not guilty to solicitation. He was arrested in New York City early Saturday morning for allegedly offering an undercover policewoman $40 for oral relations. His rep issued a statement denying the allegations. --It reads, quote, "D'Angelo has pled not guilty . . . and is contesting the allegations made against him. Also know that he is in good health and extremely excited about his forthcoming new album. --"D'Angelo would like to personally thank all of his fans for the outpouring of concern, and appreciates if all would allow the American justice system to resolve the matter before jumping to any conclusions."
LIL WAYNE HAS BEEN SENTENCED TO A YEAR IN PRISON . . . FINALLY:
After a month . . . and three postponements . . . LIL WAYNE was finally sentenced yesterday. And as expected, he began serving his time immediately. --In October, Wayne pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a loaded gun. He will be serving one year behind bars . . . although with good behavior, that could be reduced to around eight months. (--In this case, New York City cops found the gun after boarding his tour bus after a concert back in July of 2007. Wayne is also facing a similar charge in Arizona, which has yet to be resolved.) --Lil Wayne did not make a statement in court . . . however his lawyers were able to convince the judge to have him placed in protective custody while in the clink . . . and to provide him with special medical attention for all his dental problems. --He will serve his sentence in the Rikers Island jail complex --On Monday morning, Wayne posted a message on his new Twitter account saying, quote, "Law is mind without reason . . . I'll return." (--Here's his feed . . .)http://twitter.com/LilTunechi
ICE CUBE WILL REUNITE WITH DR. DRE ON HIS NEW ALBUM:
We already heard that ICE CUBE plans to go OLD SCHOOL and represent for the West Coast on his upcoming album, "I Am the West". Now he adds that he'll be asking for help from his old NWA band mate, DR. DRE. --He says, quote, "I wanna answer a few questions you have for ya' boy . . . Beats by Dre? Not yet. Haven't asked him, but I will. Any collabos? Not yet. I would give you guys the concept but I'mma save that and let you see it for yourself. --"Now I know it seems like my record is West Coast crazy. Yeah it is. But I got a lot of real (crap) to say on this record just like I always do. So my political fans won't be disappointed.--"But sometime the Big Dog gotta piss on a few trees to let these puppies know what it is. They can't (eff) wit me lyrically or physically. They all talks (crap) from a distance cause they know, I may do comedies but I aint no joke."
NAZZY’S RANDOM STUFF
DAN RATHER SAID PRESIDENT OBAMA "COULDN'T SELL WATERMELONS":
It's been more than a year since BARACK OBAMA became the first black president, and it seems like people still have no idea how to talk about him without accidentally stepping on the landmine that is UNINTENTIONAL RACISM!!! --Over the weekend, DAN RATHER was talking about Obama's healthcare bill on the "Chris Matthews Show", and here's some of what he said. Quote, "Part of the undertow in the coming election is going to be President Obama's leadership. --"And the Republicans will make a case, and a lot of independents will buy this argument: 'Look at the health care bill. It was his number one priority. It took him forever to get it through, and he had to compromise it to death.' --"And a version of, 'Listen he's a nice person, he's very articulate . . . but he couldn't sell WATERMELONS if you gave him the state troopers to flag down the traffic.'" (!!!) (Newsbusters) (--Here's video of the interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO-xqiG9LOc)
ONE IN FOUR AMERICANS ARE TOO TIRED TO HAVE SEX:
Yesterday, the National Sleep Foundation released the results of a new study about race and sleeping habits. Here's what they found . . . --According to the study, WHITES are most likely to be diagnosed with insomnia. And they're also most likely to blame lack of sleep for their poor job performance, and their inability to care for their family.
--BLACKS are most likely to be diagnosed with sleep apnea. And they're also most likely to pray and have sex before bed.--HISPANICS are most likely to lose sleep over concerns about their job and money.--And ASIANS are most likely to get a good night's sleep, with FIVE in every SIX saying they sleep soundly at least a few nights every week.--But the real travesty is that overall, roughly ONE in FOUR Americans say they're so sleep-deprived that they're usually too tired to have SEX. (Yahoo News / New York Times)
IN JAPAN YOU CAN HIRE A HOME-WRECKER TO BREAK UP YOUR MARRIAGE:
The Japanese aren't exactly the most confrontational people in the world, so leave it to them to come up with something like this . . . --There's a service in Japan called 'Wack-Array-Sass-Sayer' (--in English it's written wakaresaseya). It means "breaker-upper." Here's how it works: --You're in a lousy relationship and you want it to end . . . you hire the services of the "breaker-upper" . . . they follow your husband or wife around for a while . . . and then either SEDUCE them, or produce some other kind of incriminating evidence. --That way, you have a foolproof excuse to get divorced. In other words, the 'wack-array-sass-sayer' provides a relatively conflict-free way to end your miserable marriage. --The idea of using professionals to end a relationship isn't new in Japan . . . there are a bunch of companies that specialize in it, and they've been around for at least ten years. And you can use them in a few different ways . . . --Like to figure out whether someone's cheating on you, to get evidence for a divorce case, to get an employee to resign, or just because you're an evil jerk and want to bring shame on someone. --Anyway, we're bringing it up because there's a major trial going on in Japan involving a woman who fell in love with her "breaker-upper," and was killed by him two years later. --Apparently, the wack-array-sass-sayer business is completely unregulated, and Japanese lawmakers want to change that. (Weird Asia News)
IT TURNS OUT THE IPHONE ACTUALLY CAN BE ADDICTIVE:
If you're one of those people who bought an iPhone, and now you feel completely naked without it, you're not alone. --That's because, according to a new study from Stanford University, the iPhone actually can be ADDICTING. --According to the study, THREE in FOUR iPhone users admit they take their phone to bed with them. And 69% say they're more likely to forget their wallet than to leave home without their iPhone. --Nearly ONE in FOUR iPhone users say they think of the device as an extension of their body, and 41% say it'd be a "tragedy" if they lost their iPhone. --Sadly, those aren't even the study's most pathetic findings . . .--3% of people say they won't let anyone else touch their iPhone. And another 3% admit they've NAMED their iPhone.--Meanwhile, 8% of iPhone users admit they've wondered if their iPod is JEALOUS of their iPhone. (???)--Overall, ONE in TEN iPhone users admit they're completely addicted to the device and would be totally lost without it, while just 6% say they aren't addicted at all. (Yahoo News)
NAZZY’S SILLY VIDEOS OF THE DAY
#1.) A REAL COMMERCIAL FOR A PHARMACY CALLED "BUTT DRUGS":A comedy duo named RHETT AND LINK make strange commercials for local businesses around the country. Their newest one is for a pharmacy in Indiana called "Butt Drugs." (--Search for "Butt Drugs commercial Corydon, Indiana")http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYYdF0zcuSI
#2.) DOLPH LUNDGREN KARATE-CHOPPED BOARDS WHILE SINGING THE ELVIS SONG "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION":DOLPH LUNDGREN sang the ELVIS song "A Little Less Conversation" at a concert in Sweden while karate-chopping boards, breaking blocks of ice, and playing the drums. (--Search for "Dolph Lundgren Melodifestivalen." He starts playing the drums at 1:02, breaks boards at 1:19, and breaks five blocks of ice at 1:38.)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wBq3wPBOXc
#3.) A WOMAN USED FOUR PIECES OF SCOTCH TAPE TO MAKE HER FACE LOOK LIKE MICHAEL JACKSON'S:This incredibly annoying French woman used makeup and four pieces of Scotch Tape to try and make herself look like MICHAEL JACKSON. (--Search for "woman transforms into Michael Jackson Scotch Tape." She puts the tape on at :42.)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrtvP6eZO5o
FOUR WAYS TO SAVE ON HEALTHCARE:
If the Democrats' healthcare reform bill passes, they say it'll make health insurance cheaper for people who already have it. But Republicans say it'll be MORE expensive. --Regardless of who's right, there are certain things YOU can do to save on healthcare. Here are four ways to do it . . . #1.) PAY CASH. Some doctors will give you a discount if you pay cash instead of waiting to be billed. Not everyone can afford to do it, but if you've got a little extra in your bank account, think about it.
#2.) ASK FOR FREE SAMPLES. The pharmaceutical companies send billions of dollars worth of free drug samples to doctors every year. So they usually have plenty. And if you can't afford your prescription, your doctor can probably help. --If he can't, and you have insurance with a co-pay, ask him to write you a larger prescription. Instead of a one-month supply, ask if he can give you a three-month supply. That way, you'll only have to make one co-pay instead of three.
#3.) NEVER BUY BRAND-NAME DRUGS. The generic brands are just as good, and they're half the price. If you go to a store like Wal-Mart or Target, some prescriptions are as little as $4.
#4.) GO TO DENTAL SCHOOL. Find one that has a teaching program. If you let a STUDENT clean your teeth and fill your cavities, you'll pay up to 70% less. Don't worry, it's all supervised. And the students are usually in their third or fourth year. (Good Housekeeping)
RYAN O'NEAL IS UPSET THAT FARRAH FAWCETT WAS LEFT OUT OF THE OSCAR MONTAGE OF DEATH . . . BUT THE ACADEMY REFUSES TO APOLOGIZE:
Everyone noticed that FARRAH FAWCETT and BEA ARTHUR were left out of the Montage of Death during Sunday night's Oscars. (--You could probably add ED MCMAHON to the list of snubs, but he wasn't even really an actor. Then again, was MICHAEL JACKSON???) --No one is speaking up for Bea yet . . . (--Where you at, Betty White???) But RYAN O'NEAL is going to the mat for Farrah. --He says, quote, "It was a terrible decision and very hurtful. Farrah was a member of the Academy for over 40 years and we could not believe she did not get a mention. --"Both [my daughter] Tatum and I were very upset and we intend to write a letter to the Academy to try and get an explanation for this oversight on their behalf." --He added, quote, "They gave mentions to sound guys and other writers and without being disrespectful, Farrah Fawcett was an icon and a household name. --"Quite frankly, we were stunned at the decision not to include her in the tribute and I feel that the Academy should be scolded for that, everyone was shocked." --ROGER EBERT and JANE FONDA have Ryan's back. Both of them went to the Internet and forgot their respective ages by using the word FAIL when bashing the Oscars for dissing Farrah. --Unfortunately, the Academy has heard everyone's complaints . . . and it DOESN'T CARE. --Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger says, quote, "I would not say that it was an oversight. No matter how carefully and how conscientiously people address who is included, there are people who just simply can't be." --"In any given year there will always be some people that other people think should have been included and that there's more justification for one person versus another. It is impossible to include everybody."
KATHY IRELAND WAS *NOT* UNDER THE INFLUENCE AT THE OSCARS:
One of the big post-Oscar discussion topics has been KATHY IRELAND . . . and what SUBSTANCES she was on as she did red carpet interviews for ABC. --Well, despite her awkward delivery and sometimes bizarre comments, Kathy was COMPLETELY SOBER on Sunday. --She hit up Twitter to answer her critics. She said, quote, "No meds or alcohol Angel===just J.O.Y.! Never use drugs and that as a Mom is not a cool or funny suggestion." --She added, quote, "[I] cannot please everyone . . . and frankly I wouldn't ever want to . . . Don't feel embarrassed for me. Had a blast and it was so much FUN!"
41.3 MILLION PEOPLE WATCHED THE OSCARS:
41.3 million people watched the Oscars on Sunday night, making it the most-watched ceremony in FIVE YEARS. (--Last year's show, in which "Slumdog Millionaire" won Best Picture . . . averaged 36.3 million viewers. The year before that, when "No Country for Old Men" won, the show had a record-low 32 million viewers.)
WAS SEAN PENN BANNED FROM A POST-OSCAR PARTY FOR STARTING A FIGHT WITH HIS EX-WIFE'S BOYFRIEND???
There's a story going around that SEAN PENN was banned from a post-Oscar party called the Governors Ball, because he PICKED A FIGHT. --Supposedly, he got into it backstage at the Oscars with a guy named Greg Shapiro. He's one of the producers of "The Hurt Locker". But more importantly, he's currently fornicating with Sean's ex-wife, ROBIN WRIGHT. --A rep for the Academy says this did NOT happen . . . and the reason Sean wasn't at the Governors Ball was because he CHOSE not to attend. --Robin and Greg have reportedly been dating since last month. He recently produced a movie she's in called "The Conspirator". It was directed by ROBERT REDFORD, and it's due out sometime this year. --Robin is 43 . . . Greg is 36.
SEAN HAYES IS FINALLY OUT OF THE CLOSET:
In what has to be a total shock to absolutely no one on the planet, SEAN HAYES has come out of the closet. --Hayes played the flamboyantly gay Jack McFarland on "Will & Grace" . . . but until now he has refused to discuss his sexuality. Not that he was fooling anybody. --Sean dropped his non-bombshell in the gay magazine, "The Advocate". He said, quote, "I am who I am. I was never in, as they say. Never." --As for why it took him so long to talk about his sexual preference, he said, quote, "I believe that nobody owes anything to anybody. --"You are your authentic self to whom and when you choose to be, and if you don't know somebody, then why would you explain to them how you live your life?" --Sean also claimed that he's done his part for the gay community, despite staying silent about his "membership" . . . quote, "I feel like I've contributed monumentally to the success of the gay movement in America, and if anyone wants to argue that, I'm open to it. You're welcome, 'Advocate'." --He also expressed some resentment toward "The Advocate" and others in the media who tried to "out" him before he was ready to talk.--He said, quote, "Why would you go down that path with somebody who's done so much to contribute to the gay community? That was my beef about it. --"What more do you want me to do? Do you want me to stand on a float? And then what? It's never enough. --"That's the thing about celebrity: It sets you up to fail because the expectation is so high of what's needed, what's wanted from you that the second you don't [meet it], you disappoint people." --One thing Sean isn't worried about is whether this will cost him any jobs. He said, quote, "They know where I am if they want me. And if they don't, that's fine, too." --Oh . . . and sorry to disappoint you guys, but Sean is TAKEN. He said, quote, "I spend time with a special someone in my life. That's it. That's all I need. I don't need events. --"I don't do a lot. I live my life like an 85-year-old man. I'm just quiet. It's fantastic."
SIMON COWELL SAYS THERE'S NO WEDDING DATE YET:
"USA Today" says that SIMON COWELL confirmed Sunday night that he's engaged to "American Idol" makeup artist Mezhgan Hussainy. But he doesn't know when he'll be making The Big Mistake. --He said, quote, "We haven't set a date yet." (--Jay Leno got a little more out of Simon last night on "The Tonight Show". Check out the video here . . .)http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b170812_simon_cowell_getting_married_within.html
MARIAH CAREY IS NOT PREGNANT:
There was talk over the weekend that MARIAH CAREY might be pregnant. --It all started at the Independent Spirit Awards, when she said, quote, "I have a lot of new acting projects coming up . . . But there's also something else very special on the way. I can't say any more." --That, coupled with Mariah's delightfully candy-coated figure, got a lot of people talking. --But Mariah's rep says there is, once again, NO TRUTH to this rumor.
MARIE OSMOND'S SON WAS LAID TO REST YESTERDAY:
MARIE OSMOND'S 18-year-old son MICHAEL was laid to rest yesterday. 450 people attended the memorial service at the Mormon chapel in Provo, Utah. --Marie herself gave a brief eulogy, in which she said, quote, "Thank you for those beautiful 18 years." Six of Michael's seven siblings also spoke. --The service ended with Marie's brothers Donny, Alan, Merrill, Jay, Wayne and Jimmy singing a Mormon hymn. Fellow Osmond brothers Tom and Virl, who are deaf, signed the words.
ANDREW KOENIG'S MEMORIAL WAS HELD ON SATURDAY:
Former "Growing Pains" actor ANDREW KOENIG was laid to rest on Saturday at a place called the Inn of the Seventh Ray in Topanga Canyon, California. --About 100 people showed up, including some of Andrew's co-stars from "Growing Pains" and some of his father, WALTER KOENIG'S, co-stars from the original "Star Trek". --A rep for Walter said, quote, "It was a celebration of life. All of the family was there and a lot of his actor friends and filmmakers flew down and joined in."
JOHN TRAVOLTA SAYS THAT GETTING OVER HIS SON'S DEATH WILL BE A "LIFELONG PROJECT":
JOHN TRAVOLTA seemed to have it all together when he appeared on the Oscar telecast Sunday night. But behind the scenes, he's still devastated by the death of his son Jett just over a year ago. --He tells "People" magazine, quote, "We are working hard on healing, still. It's going to be a lifelong project. Everybody has been so enormously supportive and I really appreciate it."
PLACIDO DOMINGO HAD COLON CANCER SURGERY:
Opera star PLACIDO DOMINGO had surgery last week to remove a cancerous polyp from his colon. They caught it before it could spread, and he's expected to make a full recovery. --Domingo, who's 69 years old, was released from the hospital on Sunday . . . and is expected to be back singing in front of a crowd on April 16th in Milan, Italy.
MOMS THINK SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR AND FREDDIE PRINZE JR. PICKED THE BEST BABY NAME OF 2009:
Celebrities come up with some pretty ridiculous names for their babies. But sometimes they get it right. --BabyCenter.com polled 5,000 moms on their favorite celebrity baby names of 2009. And the overwhelming choice was Charlotte Grace . . . the 5-month-old daughter of SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR and FREDDIE PRINZE JR. --Charlotte picked up 49% of the vote. Coming in a distant second was Seraphina Rose Elisabeth . . . the 14-month-old daughter of BEN AFFLECK and JENNIFER GARNER. She got 12%. --On the other end of the spectrum, moms HATED Sparrow James Midnight . . . the RIDICULOUS name that NICOLE RICHIE and JOEL MADDEN gave to their 5-month-old son. --37% of moms picked Sparrow as their LEAST-favorite celebrity baby name of 2009. --In second place was Satyana . . . the 11-month-old daughter of ALYSON HANNIGAN and ALEXIS DENISOF. She got 17% of the vote.
IT IS *NOT* ON BETWEEN ZAC EFRON AND ROBERT PATTINSON:
I love it when pretty girls fight. Which is why I'm so disappointed that there appears to be no beef between ZAC EFRON and ROBERT PATTINSON. --On the Oscar red carpet, Zac just EXPLODED with warm, gooey love for Robert. --He said, quote, "He's absolutely amazing. I think he's making great choices. I think he's handling it all really well, but you know, he's a superstar. He really deserves all this." (--It's unfortunate, but at the same time, maybe a fight between these two wouldn't be all that hot. First off, you just KNOW they'd agree to a "no hitting in the face" rule before throwing down. There's just too much at stake there.) (--Secondly, no matter how much ripping and tearing they did, their hair would look exactly the same AFTER the fight as it did BEFORE.)
BRITNEY SPEARS IS BANNED FROM TALKING TO LINDSAY LOHAN:
Pulitzer Prize Candidate "The National Enquirer" says that BRITNEY SPEARS' dad has banned her from having any contact with LINDSAY LOHAN. --Supposedly, Lindsay called Britney recently, asking for tips on how to get her life back on track. And Britney's dad, Jamie Spears, hit the roof. --A so-called "source" says, quote, "He instantly phoned Lindsay's managers and told them he would not tolerate further attempts to contact his daughter. Jamie's trying to keep what he deems to be bad influences away from his daughter, and Lindsay certainly qualifies."
CHECK OUT THE "IRON MAN 2" TRAILER:
"Iron Man 2" hits theaters on May 7th. The trailer is online NOW. And SCARLETT JOHANSSON, who plays a character called the Black Widow, looks AMAZING in it. (--Sorry, Gwyneth. Here's the link . . .)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOzuBOefL8I
CAMERON DIAZ CAN'T WAIT TO WORK WITH JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE AGAIN:
CAMERON DIAZ is looking forward to working with ex-boyfriend JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE on the upcoming flick "Bad Teacher". --She says, quote, "He's the best person for the job. He's going to be hilarious. He's clearly a very talented comedian, look at his 'Saturday Night Live' [skits]. He's fantastic, he's going to be so great."
"SOPRANOS" CREATOR DAVID CHASE IS WORKING ON A ROCK AND ROLL MOVIE:
"Sopranos" creator DAVID CHASE is making his feature film directing debut with a movie that has NOTHING to do with the Mafia. It's actually about ROCK AND ROLL. --There's no title yet, but it's being described as, quote, "a music-driven coming-of-age saga about a bunch of guys who form a rock band in the 1960s."
DOES KEANU REEVES REALLY WANT TO DO ANOTHER "BILL & TED" MOVIE???
At the Oscars on Sunday night, MTV News asked KEANU REEVES about a "Bill & Ted" sequel . . . and Keanu replied that he's TRYING to get one off the ground. And he claimed that he was NOT kidding.(--Here's video of this potentially earth-shattering moment . . .)http://www.mtv.com/videos/movies/490140/bill-and-ted-the-sequel.jhtml#id=1633350(--"Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" came out in 1989. The sequel, "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey", followed in 1991.)
BROOKE BURKE *WILL* CO-HOST "DANCING WITH THE STARS":
It's official: BROOKE BURKE will be the new "Dancing with the Stars" co-host alongside TOM BERGERON. (--Back in January, SAMANTHA HARRIS announced that she would not be returning for Season 10.) --Brooke is pretty pumped about the gig. On her blog, she said, quote, "Today is one of the most exciting days ever!!! With the exception of my family and children, today tops the list of all my professional endeavors!!! --"AAAAHHHGGGGG!!! That's me screaming and jumping up and down! And, I'm crossing off one more thing from my Bucket List!" (--The season begins March 22nd.)
BETTY WHITE SAYS SHE *IS* DOING "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE":
Well, you asked for it. At an Oscar party on Sunday night, BETTY WHITE confirmed that she will be appearing on an upcoming episode of "Saturday Night Live". There are no specifics on WHEN or HOW it'll go down. --There was talk that she'd be hosting alongside MOLLY SHANNON, TINA FEY and AMY POEHLER as part of a special "Women of Comedy" episode, but "SNL" boss LORNE MICHAELS reportedly denied that. (--To date, over 485,000 people have become a "fan" of a Facebook campaign called "Betty White to Host SNL (please?)!")
DONOVAN MCNABB AND TERRELL OWENS WILL RE-TEAM ON "PROS VS. JOES":
Quarterback DONOVAN MCNABB and receiver TERRELL OWENS . . . who once played together on the Philadelphia Eagles . . . will re-team on an upcoming episode of the Spike TV show "Pros Vs. Joes". --But they won't be playing football. They're teaming up with tight end ANTONIO GATES of the San Diego Chargers to shoot hoops against former NBA stars HAKEEM OLAJUWON, KENNY SMITH and RICK FOX. --The premise here is that McNabb, Owens and Gates all had promising college basketball careers, but ultimately chose the NFL. Their episode tapes this Friday. There's no airdate yet, but the new season premieres July 14th. (--Owens trashed McNabb on his way out of Philadelphia in 2005 . . . but apparently they're cool with each other now.)
IT LOOKS LIKE "NUMB3RS" IS ENDING:
"Numb3rs" hasn't officially been cancelled yet, but it looks like it's only a matter of time, because two of the show's stars have already taken roles in new pilots. --ROB MORROW, who plays FBI agent Don Eppes, has been cast in a new legal drama called "The Whole Truth" . . . and DAVID KRUMHOLTZ, who plays his mathematician brother, has landed a role on an untitled RON HOWARD project. (--If this is the end of "Numb3rs", this Friday's episode will be the series finale.)
IT'S STILL *ON* BETWEEN SIMON COWELL AND STING:
A while back, STING and SIMON COWELL had a little back-and-forth . . . in the media, at least . . . beginning when Sting dissed Simon's singing competition shows. (--Specifically, Britain's "The X Factor".) --He said, quote, "You have judges who have no recognizable talent apart from self-promotion. Basically, [it's] televised karaoke where they conform to stereotypes. It is a soap opera, which has nothing to do with music. It's appalling." --Simon responded, quote, "Talking about these contestants being a bunch of karaoke no-hopers . . . I thought it was pompous." --Well, their beef still ON. --In an interview over the weekend, Simon unleashed a few more digs. He said, quote, "First of all, anybody who at the age of 60 calls himself Sting is an idiot. --"I find those kind of people . . . who come from quite humble beginnings and they're [now] living in these stately homes . . . professing to know everything about everything in the world, and what the contestants may or may not feel. --"They can say that because they've got everything they want in their lives, but what they're really saying is anybody else who needs a shot shouldn't be allowed to do it." (--In fairness, that wasn't exactly what Sting was saying. His point was that these shows create cookie-cutter pop artists, who conform to pre-existing stereotypes, while suppressing their individuality. That's where the debate should be.)
NEW ON VIDEO TODAY
--"Precious" - Oscar-nominee Gabourey Sidibe plays a pregnant 16-year-old who's abused at home and failing in school. Oscar-winner Mo'Nique plays her vicious mom, and Razzie-winner Mariah Carey plays a social worker who helps her.
--"Up in the Air" - George Clooney is a corporate downsizer who's lived on the road for so long that he's almost earned his lifetime goal of 10 million frequent flyer miles. But just when he falls in love with another traveler, his company's new efficiency expert threatens to cut off his travel budget.
--"The Stoning of Soraya M." - James Cavaziel . . . the guy who played Jesus in "The Passion of the Christ" . . . plays a French journalist who gets stranded in an Iranian village, and learns how they persecuted and killed an innocent woman. It's based on a true story.
--"The Boondock Saints 2: All Saints Day" - Sean Patrick Flannery and Norman Reedus return as the McManus brothers, who went on a killing spree to rid Boston of the mafia after getting a vision from God. Billy Connolly also returns as their hitman father . . . and Judd Nelson is a mob boss looking for revenge.
--"Old Dogs" - Robin Williams discovers he's the father of 7-year-old twins, so he asks his womanizing best friend to help him take care of them. John Travolta plays his friend and Travolta's wife Kelly Preston plays the mother of the twins.
--"Planet 51" - Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is an astronaut who lands on a planet of little green suburban families, who are terrified that he's an alien invader. Jessica Biel and Justin Long play two alien teens helping him get back to his ship.
--"Barbie in a Mermaid Tale" . . . Do I really need to say any more? If you have little girls then you have already have a MILLION other Barbie movies. So who cares about the plot? You're probably already stuck buying this one too.
TV SERIES ON DVD:
--"Hannah Montana: Miley Says Goodbye" . . . this is the HEART-WRENCHING third season finale that just aired, in which Miley decides to leave Malibu and return to Tennessee to be with her favorite horse Blue Jeans. Admit it. You cried. (???)
--"In Plain Sight: Season 2" . . . a three-disc DVD set of the USA Network's witness protection program series that stars the very sexy Mary McCormack.
--"Walker, Texas Ranger: The Seventh Season" . . . a five-disc set. (--It ran for nine seasons.)
--"Matt Houston: The First Season" . . . a six-disc set. (--It ran three seasons.)
--"Scarecrow and Mrs. King: The Complete First Season" . . . a five-disc DVD set. (--It ran for four seasons.)
--"Tremors: The Complete Series" . . . a three-disc DVD set.
NEW MUSIC OUT TODAY
--"Valleys of Neptune", Jimi Hendrix (--It features 12 previously unreleased songs from the final studio sessions of the original Jimi Hendrix Experience lineup. Most of the tracks were recorded in 1969.)
--"Plastic Beach", Gorillaz (--Their guests include Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Bobby Womack, De La Soul, and Lou Reed.)
--"Battle of the Sexes", Ludacris (--It includes his hilarious Tiger Woods parody, "Sexting", which WILL make you a Ludacris fan even if you weren't before. His guests on the disc include Ne-Yo, Flo Rida, Ciara, Trey Songz, Eve and Plies.)
THE FOO FIGHTERS ARE ENDING THEIR HIATUS:
The FOO FIGHTERS have been pretty quiet over the past year and a half . . . and during that time, singer DAVE GROHL did THEM CROOKED VULTURES with JOSH HOMME and JOHN PAUL JONES. --But Dave says the break is over, and the Foo Fighters have already begun work on their next album. --It sounds like the band is going old-school. They've hired producer BUTCH VIG . . . who did the NIRVANA classic "Nevermind" 20 years ago. And Dave says they're recording the album ANALOG . . . out of his garage. --He added, quote, "I think this could be our heaviest album yet." --They haven't actually recorded anything yet, so there's obviously no word on a release date. Grohl said in a separate interview that he'd like to start laying down tracks in September . . . after Them Crooked Vultures finishes their second album.
SIMON & GARFUNKEL *ARE* GOING OUT ON TOUR THIS SPRING:
PAUL SIMON and ART GARFUNKEL have confirmed talk that they're going to be hitting the road together this spring. (--Simon & Garfunkel have performed off-and-on since originally splitting in 1970. Their last tour together was in 2003.) --Yesterday, they announced a 13-date tour, which begins with the Jazz & Heritage Festival in New Orleans on April 24th and runs through a show in Montreal on May 15th. (--You can check out all the dates, here . . .) http://www.simonandgarfunkel.com/live.html
D'ANGELO HAS PLEADED NOT GUILTY TO SOLICITATION:
D'ANGELO has pleaded not guilty to solicitation. He was arrested in New York City early Saturday morning for allegedly offering an undercover policewoman $40 for oral relations. His rep issued a statement denying the allegations. --It reads, quote, "D'Angelo has pled not guilty . . . and is contesting the allegations made against him. Also know that he is in good health and extremely excited about his forthcoming new album. --"D'Angelo would like to personally thank all of his fans for the outpouring of concern, and appreciates if all would allow the American justice system to resolve the matter before jumping to any conclusions."
LIL WAYNE HAS BEEN SENTENCED TO A YEAR IN PRISON . . . FINALLY:
After a month . . . and three postponements . . . LIL WAYNE was finally sentenced yesterday. And as expected, he began serving his time immediately. --In October, Wayne pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a loaded gun. He will be serving one year behind bars . . . although with good behavior, that could be reduced to around eight months. (--In this case, New York City cops found the gun after boarding his tour bus after a concert back in July of 2007. Wayne is also facing a similar charge in Arizona, which has yet to be resolved.) --Lil Wayne did not make a statement in court . . . however his lawyers were able to convince the judge to have him placed in protective custody while in the clink . . . and to provide him with special medical attention for all his dental problems. --He will serve his sentence in the Rikers Island jail complex --On Monday morning, Wayne posted a message on his new Twitter account saying, quote, "Law is mind without reason . . . I'll return." (--Here's his feed . . .)http://twitter.com/LilTunechi
ICE CUBE WILL REUNITE WITH DR. DRE ON HIS NEW ALBUM:
We already heard that ICE CUBE plans to go OLD SCHOOL and represent for the West Coast on his upcoming album, "I Am the West". Now he adds that he'll be asking for help from his old NWA band mate, DR. DRE. --He says, quote, "I wanna answer a few questions you have for ya' boy . . . Beats by Dre? Not yet. Haven't asked him, but I will. Any collabos? Not yet. I would give you guys the concept but I'mma save that and let you see it for yourself. --"Now I know it seems like my record is West Coast crazy. Yeah it is. But I got a lot of real (crap) to say on this record just like I always do. So my political fans won't be disappointed.--"But sometime the Big Dog gotta piss on a few trees to let these puppies know what it is. They can't (eff) wit me lyrically or physically. They all talks (crap) from a distance cause they know, I may do comedies but I aint no joke."
NAZZY’S RANDOM STUFF
DAN RATHER SAID PRESIDENT OBAMA "COULDN'T SELL WATERMELONS":
It's been more than a year since BARACK OBAMA became the first black president, and it seems like people still have no idea how to talk about him without accidentally stepping on the landmine that is UNINTENTIONAL RACISM!!! --Over the weekend, DAN RATHER was talking about Obama's healthcare bill on the "Chris Matthews Show", and here's some of what he said. Quote, "Part of the undertow in the coming election is going to be President Obama's leadership. --"And the Republicans will make a case, and a lot of independents will buy this argument: 'Look at the health care bill. It was his number one priority. It took him forever to get it through, and he had to compromise it to death.' --"And a version of, 'Listen he's a nice person, he's very articulate . . . but he couldn't sell WATERMELONS if you gave him the state troopers to flag down the traffic.'" (!!!) (Newsbusters) (--Here's video of the interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO-xqiG9LOc)
ONE IN FOUR AMERICANS ARE TOO TIRED TO HAVE SEX:
Yesterday, the National Sleep Foundation released the results of a new study about race and sleeping habits. Here's what they found . . . --According to the study, WHITES are most likely to be diagnosed with insomnia. And they're also most likely to blame lack of sleep for their poor job performance, and their inability to care for their family.
--BLACKS are most likely to be diagnosed with sleep apnea. And they're also most likely to pray and have sex before bed.--HISPANICS are most likely to lose sleep over concerns about their job and money.--And ASIANS are most likely to get a good night's sleep, with FIVE in every SIX saying they sleep soundly at least a few nights every week.--But the real travesty is that overall, roughly ONE in FOUR Americans say they're so sleep-deprived that they're usually too tired to have SEX. (Yahoo News / New York Times)
IN JAPAN YOU CAN HIRE A HOME-WRECKER TO BREAK UP YOUR MARRIAGE:
The Japanese aren't exactly the most confrontational people in the world, so leave it to them to come up with something like this . . . --There's a service in Japan called 'Wack-Array-Sass-Sayer' (--in English it's written wakaresaseya). It means "breaker-upper." Here's how it works: --You're in a lousy relationship and you want it to end . . . you hire the services of the "breaker-upper" . . . they follow your husband or wife around for a while . . . and then either SEDUCE them, or produce some other kind of incriminating evidence. --That way, you have a foolproof excuse to get divorced. In other words, the 'wack-array-sass-sayer' provides a relatively conflict-free way to end your miserable marriage. --The idea of using professionals to end a relationship isn't new in Japan . . . there are a bunch of companies that specialize in it, and they've been around for at least ten years. And you can use them in a few different ways . . . --Like to figure out whether someone's cheating on you, to get evidence for a divorce case, to get an employee to resign, or just because you're an evil jerk and want to bring shame on someone. --Anyway, we're bringing it up because there's a major trial going on in Japan involving a woman who fell in love with her "breaker-upper," and was killed by him two years later. --Apparently, the wack-array-sass-sayer business is completely unregulated, and Japanese lawmakers want to change that. (Weird Asia News)
IT TURNS OUT THE IPHONE ACTUALLY CAN BE ADDICTIVE:
If you're one of those people who bought an iPhone, and now you feel completely naked without it, you're not alone. --That's because, according to a new study from Stanford University, the iPhone actually can be ADDICTING. --According to the study, THREE in FOUR iPhone users admit they take their phone to bed with them. And 69% say they're more likely to forget their wallet than to leave home without their iPhone. --Nearly ONE in FOUR iPhone users say they think of the device as an extension of their body, and 41% say it'd be a "tragedy" if they lost their iPhone. --Sadly, those aren't even the study's most pathetic findings . . .--3% of people say they won't let anyone else touch their iPhone. And another 3% admit they've NAMED their iPhone.--Meanwhile, 8% of iPhone users admit they've wondered if their iPod is JEALOUS of their iPhone. (???)--Overall, ONE in TEN iPhone users admit they're completely addicted to the device and would be totally lost without it, while just 6% say they aren't addicted at all. (Yahoo News)
NAZZY’S SILLY VIDEOS OF THE DAY
#1.) A REAL COMMERCIAL FOR A PHARMACY CALLED "BUTT DRUGS":A comedy duo named RHETT AND LINK make strange commercials for local businesses around the country. Their newest one is for a pharmacy in Indiana called "Butt Drugs." (--Search for "Butt Drugs commercial Corydon, Indiana")http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYYdF0zcuSI
#2.) DOLPH LUNDGREN KARATE-CHOPPED BOARDS WHILE SINGING THE ELVIS SONG "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION":DOLPH LUNDGREN sang the ELVIS song "A Little Less Conversation" at a concert in Sweden while karate-chopping boards, breaking blocks of ice, and playing the drums. (--Search for "Dolph Lundgren Melodifestivalen." He starts playing the drums at 1:02, breaks boards at 1:19, and breaks five blocks of ice at 1:38.)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wBq3wPBOXc
#3.) A WOMAN USED FOUR PIECES OF SCOTCH TAPE TO MAKE HER FACE LOOK LIKE MICHAEL JACKSON'S:This incredibly annoying French woman used makeup and four pieces of Scotch Tape to try and make herself look like MICHAEL JACKSON. (--Search for "woman transforms into Michael Jackson Scotch Tape." She puts the tape on at :42.)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrtvP6eZO5o
FOUR WAYS TO SAVE ON HEALTHCARE:
If the Democrats' healthcare reform bill passes, they say it'll make health insurance cheaper for people who already have it. But Republicans say it'll be MORE expensive. --Regardless of who's right, there are certain things YOU can do to save on healthcare. Here are four ways to do it . . . #1.) PAY CASH. Some doctors will give you a discount if you pay cash instead of waiting to be billed. Not everyone can afford to do it, but if you've got a little extra in your bank account, think about it.
#2.) ASK FOR FREE SAMPLES. The pharmaceutical companies send billions of dollars worth of free drug samples to doctors every year. So they usually have plenty. And if you can't afford your prescription, your doctor can probably help. --If he can't, and you have insurance with a co-pay, ask him to write you a larger prescription. Instead of a one-month supply, ask if he can give you a three-month supply. That way, you'll only have to make one co-pay instead of three.
#3.) NEVER BUY BRAND-NAME DRUGS. The generic brands are just as good, and they're half the price. If you go to a store like Wal-Mart or Target, some prescriptions are as little as $4.
#4.) GO TO DENTAL SCHOOL. Find one that has a teaching program. If you let a STUDENT clean your teeth and fill your cavities, you'll pay up to 70% less. Don't worry, it's all supervised. And the students are usually in their third or fourth year. (Good Housekeeping)
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