Author: m_ruv

In an evening that likely set a record for shit-eating grins and insincere ass-kissing, the White House feted Robert Redford, Tina Turner, Tony Bennett, and others in the annual Kennedy Center Honors. As icing on the awkwardness cake, the awards dinner was hosted by none other than Condoleezza Rice, whose attempts to get a “private [...]

In an evening that likely set a record for shit-eating grins and insincere ass-kissing, the White House feted Robert Redford, Tina Turner, Tony Bennett, and others in the annual Kennedy Center Honors. As icing on the awkwardness cake, the awards dinner was hosted by none other than Condoleezza Rice, whose attempts to get a “private [...]

Well call me a Goldman Sachs whore, because I’m proud to announce that we’re initiating coverage of Grey’s Anatomy at a Strong Buy rating. All TVgasm pro-Dartmouth bias aside, this show is one of the best dramedies to hit television in a while and a major reason for ABC’s Sunday night resurgence. We’ll begin actual [...]

Somebody named Oprah was on David Letterman last night. Dave couldn’t have kissed her ass much more than he did, but it was still a nice interview, and the monologue, top 10 list, and Uma-Oprah gift were hilarious. [NY Times] Lost stars Michelle Rodriguez and Cynthia Watros were both arrested last night in separate DUI [...]

Somebody named Oprah was on David Letterman last night. Dave couldn’t have kissed her ass much more than he did, but it was still a nice interview, and the monologue, top 10 list, and Uma-Oprah gift were hilarious. [NY Times] Lost stars Michelle Rodriguez and Cynthia Watros were both arrested last night in separate DUI [...]

There may be a large legal battle brewing over Jessica Simpson‘s assets (and I mean the monetary kind, not her substantial holdings in bust equity). As reported in early 2004, Jessica refused to sign a prenup, stating that if their marriage were ever to go bad, Nick Lachey “would deserve half of everything I have.” [...]

There may be a large legal battle brewing over Jessica Simpson‘s assets (and I mean the monetary kind, not her substantial holdings in bust equity). As reported in early 2004, Jessica refused to sign a prenup, stating that if their marriage were ever to go bad, Nick Lachey “would deserve half of everything I have.” [...]

OMG, the gays really are destroying marriage. As everyone except perhaps Marlee Matlin has heard by now, Nick and Jessica are officially no longer, as are Talan and Kimberly. The former was reported here on TVgasm last week, but I’m still in shock, and reposting the news helps me move on. [E! online, E! online] [...]

OMG, the gays really are destroying marriage. As everyone except perhaps Marlee Matlin has heard by now, Nick and Jessica are officially no longer, as are Talan and Kimberly. The former was reported here on TVgasm last week, but I’m still in shock, and reposting the news helps me move on. [E! online, E! online] [...]

David Letterman and Oprah are apparently overcoming their decade-long awkwardness, as Her Medianess has agreed to appear on the Late Show on December 1. First Naomi and Tyra, now this! I love celebrity détente. [AP] Angelina Jolie has become a Cambodian citizen. After the holidays, she plans to move to Phnom Penh and start performing [...]

David Letterman and Oprah are apparently overcoming their decade-long awkwardness, as Her Medianess has agreed to appear on the Late Show on December 1. First Naomi and Tyra, now this! I love celebrity détente. [AP] Angelina Jolie has become a Cambodian citizen. After the holidays, she plans to move to Phnom Penh and start performing [...]

The producers of Lost have announced that they’re launching a spinoff series of 20 mini-episodes that will be distributed exclusively via cell phone, starting early in 2006. Next up, special on-demand fragrant Lost beach breezes delivered via your hair dryer. [E! online] Goodness! Apparently this Wednesday was Julie Andrews Day, and I missed it. Meryl [...]

The producers of Lost have announced that they’re launching a spinoff series of 20 mini-episodes that will be distributed exclusively via cell phone, starting early in 2006. Next up, special on-demand fragrant Lost beach breezes delivered via your hair dryer. [E! online] Goodness! Apparently this Wednesday was Julie Andrews Day, and I missed it. Meryl [...]

Jennifer Lopez, or whatever she’s called these days, is reportedly entering the reality TV arena with an as-yet-untitled series on MTV. The show will follow aspiring dancers in LA as they work 18 hours a day to perfect the over-the-shoulder butt pose. [Hollywood Reporter] Sharon Stone has settled a lawsuit she filed against a plastic [...]

Jennifer Lopez, or whatever she’s called these days, is reportedly entering the reality TV arena with an as-yet-untitled series on MTV. The show will follow aspiring dancers in LA as they work 18 hours a day to perfect the over-the-shoulder butt pose. [Hollywood Reporter] Sharon Stone has settled a lawsuit she filed against a plastic [...]

In a stunning development that will rock the entertainment world, NBC has opted not to renew The Apprentice: Martha Stewart after its December 21 finale. Instead, in response to tens of thousands of viewer requests, it is developing the “charisma-packed thrill-a-thon” The Apprentice: Alexis Stewart for next season. [CNN] Donald Trump Jr., who sports the [...]

In a stunning development that will rock the entertainment world, NBC has opted not to renew The Apprentice: Martha Stewart after its December 21 finale. Instead, in response to tens of thousands of viewer requests, it is developing the “charisma-packed thrill-a-thon” The Apprentice: Alexis Stewart for next season. [CNN] Donald Trump Jr., who sports the [...]

Apparently hell hath no fury like an aimless, mumbling blowhard, as Markus of this season’s The Apprentice has been going on FOR DAYS about how the show’s editing has made him look like an idiot. He already challenged Trump to a debate, which Trump mercifully declined. Reached for comment, Markus said, “Flame, flames… FLAMES… on [...]

Apparently hell hath no fury like an aimless, mumbling blowhard, as Markus of this season’s The Apprentice has been going on FOR DAYS about how the show’s editing has made him look like an idiot. He already challenged Trump to a debate, which Trump mercifully declined. Reached for comment, Markus said, “Flame, flames… FLAMES… on [...]

Sharon Osbourne is on a highly entertaining anti-Madonna tear. Last month it was, “She is so full of shit. She’s into Kaballah one minute, she’s a Catholic the next. She’ll be a Hindu soon, no doubt.” Now Mrs. Osbourne ranted to a British tabloid, “One day you’re in f***ing gun gear, then you’re in horsing [...]

Sharon Osbourne is on a highly entertaining anti-Madonna tear. Last month it was, “She is so full of shit. She’s into Kaballah one minute, she’s a Catholic the next. She’ll be a Hindu soon, no doubt.” Now Mrs. Osbourne ranted to a British tabloid, “One day you’re in f***ing gun gear, then you’re in horsing [...]

Disaster Ashlee Simpson, whose name is an anagram for “shalom penises,” just went on a late-night drunken rampage at a McDonalds in Toronto—which someone of course caught on video. She was in town recording “songs” for her forthcoming “album,” which incidentally is titled Shalom Penises. [egotastic.com] Oooh SCANDAL amongst the aristocratic-cheekbone set as Kristin Scott-Thomas [...]

Disaster Ashlee Simpson, whose name is an anagram for “shalom penises,” just went on a late-night drunken rampage at a McDonalds in Toronto—which someone of course caught on video. She was in town recording “songs” for her forthcoming “album,” which incidentally is titled Shalom Penises. [egotastic.com] Oooh SCANDAL amongst the aristocratic-cheekbone set as Kristin Scott-Thomas [...]

Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall Camilla Parker Bowles have arrived on our colonial shores as part of the duchess’s Loves, Don’t You Simply Adore My Stooped, Awkward Charm publicity tour. To her credit, she’s waging a valiant fight in an uphill battle, so let’s be nice to the old girl, shall we. [CNN] Leonardo [...]

Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall Camilla Parker Bowles have arrived on our colonial shores as part of the duchess’s Loves, Don’t You Simply Adore My Stooped, Awkward Charm publicity tour. To her credit, she’s waging a valiant fight in an uphill battle, so let’s be nice to the old girl, shall we. [CNN] Leonardo [...]

Actor Gérard Depardieu, still stung that Nicole Kidman’s The Hours performance broke his stranglehold on the big-nose market, announced that he is retiring. Although the future of French cinema is suddenly looking bleak, this may just be the big break that Fabrice from The Bachelorette 3 has been waiting for. [E! online] Oh they better [...]

Actor Gérard Depardieu, still stung that Nicole Kidman’s The Hours performance broke his stranglehold on the big-nose market, announced that he is retiring. Although the future of French cinema is suddenly looking bleak, this may just be the big break that Fabrice from The Bachelorette 3 has been waiting for. [E! online] Oh they better [...]

In lo this season of celebrity unclosetings, the newest person to come out like a trout is George Takei, better known as Mr. Sulu from Star Trek. Although many are undoubtedly happy for Mr. Sulu, Lt. Uhura is PISSED that Cheryl Swoopes already cornered the market on black lesbians earlier this week. [CNN] Much to [...]

In lo this season of celebrity unclosetings, the newest person to come out like a trout is George Takei, better known as Mr. Sulu from Star Trek. Although many are undoubtedly happy for Mr. Sulu, Lt. Uhura is PISSED that Cheryl Swoopes already cornered the market on black lesbians earlier this week. [CNN] Much to [...]

This week, ABC ordered five episodes of a pilot called America’s Next Muppet, in which viewers will choose among Muppet “contestants” to pick the newest addition to the Muppet herd (brood? swarm? hive? gaggle?). Sorry, but as a New York resident bombarded with campaign ads for Michael Bloomberg and Fernando Ferrer, I’ve had my Muppet [...]

This week, ABC ordered five episodes of a pilot called America’s Next Muppet, in which viewers will choose among Muppet “contestants” to pick the newest addition to the Muppet herd (brood? swarm? hive? gaggle?). Sorry, but as a New York resident bombarded with campaign ads for Michael Bloomberg and Fernando Ferrer, I’ve had my Muppet [...]

Countering all the celebrity mother news of late, Janet Jackson denies reports that she has a secret 18-year-old love child. In a statement, she said, “I do not have a child and all allegations saying so are false. I already have enough on my mind, what with my bodyfat reaching a worrisome 0.2% and a [...]

Countering all the celebrity mother news of late, Janet Jackson denies reports that she has a secret 18-year-old love child. In a statement, she said, “I do not have a child and all allegations saying so are false. I already have enough on my mind, what with my bodyfat reaching a worrisome 0.2% and a [...]

If you happened to be watching the Today show this morning, you were treated to some truly spectacular footage of Al Roker hitting the deck while covering Hurricane Wilma. Really, this is not to be missed. [Gawker] Britney Spears is pissed that some pictures of the newly emerged Federletus have been leaked to the media. [...]

If you happened to be watching the Today show this morning, you were treated to some truly spectacular footage of Al Roker hitting the deck while covering Hurricane Wilma. Really, this is not to be missed. [Gawker] Britney Spears is pissed that some pictures of the newly emerged Federletus have been leaked to the media. [...]

The Katie Holmes PR offensive/abomination continues. Appearing on Access Hollywood, she gushed, “It’s a dream come true . . . I feel great, [being pregnant] is so beautiful.” Uh, only if you lose the herpes, sweetcheeks. [AP] On the other side of that vile, vile coin, Tom Cruise has seen a not-so-astonishing-or-unexpected drop in his [...]

The Katie Holmes PR offensive/abomination continues. Appearing on Access Hollywood, she gushed, “It’s a dream come true . . . I feel great, [being pregnant] is so beautiful.” Uh, only if you lose the herpes, sweetcheeks. [AP] On the other side of that vile, vile coin, Tom Cruise has seen a not-so-astonishing-or-unexpected drop in his [...]

Donald Trump is blaming Martha Stewart for the decline in ratings on The Apprentice this season, claiming that having two editions of the show is a MINUS FORTY BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY that has “confused” viewers. I predict that the plate of poisoned amuse-bouches will arrive at Trump’s office by 4pm, with the tasteful arrangement of [...]

Donald Trump is blaming Martha Stewart for the decline in ratings on The Apprentice this season, claiming that having two editions of the show is a MINUS FORTY BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY that has “confused” viewers. I predict that the plate of poisoned amuse-bouches will arrive at Trump’s office by 4pm, with the tasteful arrangement of [...]