11.23.2009
AMA Recap
11.20.2009
Bad Photoshop?
11.12.2009
Underwood = Mini Kayne?
Video courtesy of E!
11.08.2009
11.06.2009
That Jay-Z Song Wasn't On...
Surely you've heard the popular tune "Party in the USA" by pop star Miley Cyrus. In the song, Cyrus sings that she dances in the taxi cab to a Jay-Z. However, the starlet admits that she's never even heard a Jay-Z song... Apparently, she doesn't listen to pop music and that the song (Party in the USA) isn't her style...
Does she realize that she is a pop star? Or that pop music is her style of music? What else would she be?
NEW Blog Launch
In addition to this blog, Craig is starting a more personal (aka not celebrity related) blog.
Those interested can follow it at: craigwashere.blogspot.com
imsofierce will still be kept up on occasion. :-)
11.04.2009
Creepy Ashlee
Here's a clip of Simpson-Wentz's superb acting abilities. It's interesting how her eyes get so wide and she never blinks...
11.03.2009
"All I Ever Wanted" Tour
Opening with the title track from her fourth album, "All I Ever Wanted," Clarkson was a crowd-pleaser time and time again singing songs from all four of her albums. In addition to those, she also did a few covers including songs by White Stripes and Patsy Cline. Given her performances featured on the first season of American Idol, it was expected that she wouldn't lack in the vocal department and she surely delivered. However, there was something that was somewhat of a surprise.
Her down to earth nature made the concert almost like watching a best friend rocking out on stage rather than a celebrity. She seemed so friendly and relatable. Little things like taking a shot or two of Chivas Regal before singing "Chivas," a hidden track of her third album, made her that much more "human" in a sense. It's that refusal to fall into an obsession with fame that prevents Clarkson from becoming a diva. Ultimately, it is clear she holds a special place in her heart for her fans.
It was Clarkson's antidotes in between her performances really created a special connection with her fans. One in particular she shared was while watching Smallville on her tour bus the previous night, she heard gunshots thinking it was simply the movie that was being filmed close to her hotel. Despite seeing extras running, she thought nothing of it and returned to Smallville, only later to find out that the gun shots were real. While the experience was somewhat scary, she too found the humor in it.
Fans that attended the event were also quiet enjoyable to watch. From the Sarah Palin look-alike to the man sleeping occasionally all contributed to making the concert going experience a great time. Clarkson closed the show with "My Life Would Suck Without You" bringing the audience their feet for one last hurrah!
Below are the tracks she sang---
from Thankful: Miss Independent
from Breakaway: Since U Been Gone, Behind These Hazel Eyes, Because of You, Walk Away
from My December: Never Again, Chivas
from All I Ever Wanted: My Life Would Suck Without You, I Do Not Hook Up, Already Gone, All I Ever Wanted, If I Can't Have You, Ready, I Want You
9.17.2009
Get Over Yourself 8
According to the New York Post actress Lindsay Lohan caused a scene at the G-Star runway show Tuesday. Apparently the 23-year-old was unhappy with the seating arrangements and decided to move them around or throw them on the floor. I don't know what she expects when no has really talked about her since her split from DJ Samantha Ronson and the fact no one's watched her movies since Mean Girls. Perhaps instead of creating chaos, Ms. Lohan should put her energy into making decent movies again.
Speaking of Lindsay, recent reports that she is in the hospital are false. Lohan Tweeted, "Hahahaha my publicist just called me & said she heard I was in a psych ward!!!! Hahaha WHAT IS WRONG with people???? I'm working lol." The actress has been shooting an upcoming thriller Machete with Robert DeNiro and Jessica Alba.
Also, her manager-mom Dina is working on launching LohanHouse.com -- a Web site that will dispel rumors about herself and her children.
9.14.2009
Kayne=Ass, Beyonce=Class
Compare the videos: Beyonce's Single Ladies and Taylor Swift's You Belong With Me
For those who missed the moment:
And Beyonce saves the day:
9.11.2009
DeGeneres Becomes A.I. Judge
As much as I love Ellen DeGeneres, I'm not quite sure what exactly qualifies her to be the new fourth judge of American Idol. Sure she's guest judged on shows such as So You Think You Can Dance and was some-what funny, but she really didn't add anything to the program. And since she actually dances on her talk show, yet has no music experience what-so-ever I can't imagine she'd be much better on Idol. Check out Ellen's interview with Ryan Seacrest for additional details.
9.10.2009
Hef Was Married???
Apparently, Hugh Hefner is getting a divorce. The Playboy magazine founder filed court documents last week to end his marriage with former Playmate Kimberley Conrad. The couple were married in July 1989, but separated in January 1998. According to Hef, 83, he remained with the former Playmate for the sake of their two sons who live next door to the famed Los Angeles Playboy mansion.
9.08.2009
Pretty People 1
1. With or without makeup, actress Jessica Alba is always stunning.
2. Always sporting an edgy trendsetting haircut, singer Rihanna has got it.
3. Whether it's an on or off day, Britney Spears has proven everyone wants a piece of her.
9.04.2009
Boyle's On Top!
9.02.2009
LISTEN: Breakthrough
8.29.2009
DJ AM Dies At 36
8.24.2009
Heidi Pratt's 1st Performance
Heidi Pratt, from The Hills, performed "live" at the Miss Universe pageant Sunday.
I'm kind of confused as to how she got the gig in the first place...
8.20.2009
'Avatar' Teaser Trailer
Check out the teaser trailer for "Avatar." This is the first film from director James Cameron since "Titanic." Click here to take a peek. The movie debuts December 18, 2009.
8.19.2009
Kid Rock Helps Arts, Beats & Eats
Kid Rock decided to sponsor the Big 3 music stage at this year's Arts, Beats & Eats Festival. The annual event began having financial problems after losing Chrysler, a major sponsor. The singer, whose real name is Robert James Ritchie, will not be performing at the festival, but his clothing company Made in Detroit is happy to support the event. Arts, Beats & Eats will take place over Labor Day weekend.
8.18.2009
Hot Or Not?
8.17.2009
Ninth Season DWTS Cast
1. Chuck Liddell
2. Louie Vito
3. Natalie Coughlin
4, Michael Irvin
5. Mya
6. Kelly Osbourne
7. Macy Gray
8. Debi Mazar
9. Ashley Hamilton
10. Kathy Ireland
11. Joanna Krupa
12. Aaron Carter
13. Donny Osmond
14. Melissa Joan Hart
15. Tom DeLay
16. Mark Dacascos
8.13.2009
"All My Stripper Friends"
"We all want the same thing." And that's to see Channing Tatum strip! Usmagazine.com has obtained a video of the 29-year-old dancing at Male Encounter, a Chippendales-style venue, in 1999. He was 18 then and performed under the alias "Chan Crawford" earning $50 a night plus tips.
I'm A Barbie Girl
8.12.2009
Weirdest Casting Ever?
According to the Yahoo! article, the film is about: "Machete (Trejo), a former Mexican Federales, is hired to assassinate a corrupt senator (De Niro). But then he is double-crossed and pursued by a government agent (Alba). Lohan plays a gun-wielding socialite who comes to Machete's aid, and Seagal plays a drug lord from his past."
8.07.2009
Abdul Update
Those saddened by the news that Paula Abdul announcing that she would be leaving American Idol, might not have to miss the former judge for long. Seems all kinds of offers have been flying her way including a spot on The View, a judge on Dancing With the Stars and a choreographer & judge of So You Think You Can Dance. Perhaps leaving Idol is what's best for her, the show seems so tired to me these days anyway.
8.06.2009
America's Favorite Dancer Is...
Mimi & Em Duke It Out!
8.05.2009
Abdul Leaves "Idol"
For the first time since the show's debut in 2002, singer Paula Abdul will not be returning to American Idol as a judge for its ninth season.
She Tweets, "With sadness in my heart, I've decided not to return to #Idol. I'll miss nurturing all the new talent,but most of all being a part of a show that I helped from day1become an international phenomenon."
Prior to her announcement Tuesday, there was much in the news about Abdul's negotiations with Idol producers. Radar Online reported she was asking for $20 million when Idol was only willing to offer half that amount.
A familiar face will be returning, however. Kara DioGuardi, who was added to the judging panel last season, will be coming back to the show.
Host Ryan Seacrest also will be returning thanks to his new $45 million contract for three more years, making him the highest paid host on reality TV.
PS2 Outselling Newer PS3
Even the video game industry is being effects from the troubled economy. Sony is seeing a drop in sales for a couple of its products such as the Playstation 3 (from 1.6 million to 1.1 million) and its PSP (from 3.7 million to 1.2 million.) Despite this news, one product is really shining.
The Playstation 2 sold about 500,000 more units than the PS3. The nine year-old system is priced at $99, which happens to be much less than competitive systems. The X360 is $199. The Nintendo Wii is $250. As for the Playstation 3? $399.
PS2 offers a large amount of highly-rated games and the ability to play DVDs, which out shines the PS3 ability to play Blu-Ray technology (which who can afford anyways?). It'll be interesting to see what happens next in the gaming world.
8.03.2009
Halloween 2009 Idea
Halloween may still be a few months away, but it's always a good idea to plan ahead. So what's this year's hottest Halloween costume? Kate Gosselin.
For only $14.99, a wig resembling her asymmetrical hairdo can be purchased online. The "Eight Is Too Much Adult Wig" is "sleek and so stylish" that it "will make people think you have eight children," according to its product description.
7.27.2009
Kelly Clarkson Vs. Beyonce
Here is the video for Kelly Clarkson's new single "Already Gone." I personally think it is a beautiful song with touching lyrics. However, there is some controversy where people claim Clarkson stole the song from Beyonce. And while "Halo" does sound like "Already Gone," it's because the same (lazy) person produced both songs and Beyonce's was released first. I'd hate for this to destroy the potential success of Clarkson's song especially since I think it's better done than "Halo," but in an overrated world where Beyonce is treated like she's the only person in the universe who can actually sing, perhaps Clarkson is in a bit of trouble. Here's the link to Beyonce's "Halo" for comparison.
Ryan Tedder (of One Republic) produced both Clarkson's and Beyonce's song. What I've been hearing is that he worked with Clarkson first and she had written her song before he worked with Beyonce. Rumor also has it that Clarkson later tried to stop the release of the song, but couldn't.
Kelly Clarkson performs an alternative version of the song on the David Letterman show.
7.26.2009
Holmes on SYTYCD
During last Thursday's So You Think You Can Dance results show, actress Katie Holmes paid tribute to Judy Garland. Her performance helped raise the ratings 17 percent for the dance competition's 100th episode. She sang and danced to bring light to a charity she supports called the Dizzy Feet Foundation, which improves and increases access to dance education in the United States. Although Holmes has received mixed reviews, judge and executive producer of the show Nigel Lythgoe believes she shouldn't be judged on her dancing since she has had no formal training.
7.23.2009
Taco Bell Chihuahua Dies
7.22.2009
Quote of the Day
And so it was: a swan delivered the 4-carat ring. The 48-year-old reality star met her fiancee, real estate executive Andy Friedman, 51, though a matchmaker 5 and a half years ago. Friedman proposed on her birthday, May 31, in Maui, Hawaii. Finally Stanger, who successfully finds matches for millionaires on her Bravo reality show, has found her own second half.
7.17.2009
LiLo and Fornarina
Mischa Barton Placed Under Psychiatric Hold
Former O.C. star Mishca Barton has been placed under involuntary psychiatric hold according to Access Hollywood. The 23-year-old actress is being held at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. PEOPLE confirms that Barton called the police Wednesday at 3 p.m. with a health problem. Then she was assisted with a medical issue and removed from her home. No paramedics were involved and no arrests were made.
7.15.2009
'Harry Potter' Scores $22 Mill
The latest Potter film earned $22.2 million for its midnight debut, making it the biggest midnight gross of all-time. The Warner Bros.' "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" was shown in 3,003 runs Wednesday morning. Its earnings beat out past top money-makers such as "The Dark Knight," which earned $18 million and "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," which made $17 million for its midnight run.
7.13.2009
Ryan Seacrest = $$$$
American Idol host Ryan Seacrest has tripled his earnings since signing a new three-year agreement with CKX, parent of Idol producer 19 Entertainment. With this $45 million deal, Seacrest will now make $15 million per year for the hit show - the highest-rated on television. Previously, he made slightly less than $5 million per season. This new deal is believed to be the richest ever for a reality host.
Mind you, this deal is only for Idol and doesn't include Seacrest's numerous other money-making projects. Seacrest has a separate cable deal with Comcast. He is also E! Entertainment's lead anchor and produces shows such as E!'s "Keeping Up with the Kardashians." He has an upcoming Jamie Oliver reality series in the works for ABC as well. Not to mention his 102.7 KIIS FM gig.
I like a man who can make some dolla-dolla.
7.10.2009
Let's Try Again...
7.02.2009
Get Over Yourself 7
According to Transformers director Michael Bay, actress Megan Fox "says some very ridiculous things." Turns out he's right! Apparently the 23-year-old recently ranted about Bay for focusing more on special effects than on acting according to an US magazine article. It boggles my mind when people talk trash about others who gave them their careers. No one would know who Megan Fox was if Bay had not casted her into the Transformers movies and who says she really can act anyways... Megan Fox, get over yourself!
6.25.2009
RIP Micheal Jackson
At the age of 50, the 'King of Pop' Micheal Jackson has died reportedly from cardiac arrest on June 25, 2009. Earlier today fans gathered at the UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles where Jackson was taken after collapsing at his home. He will be greatly missed.
6.23.2009
Chris Brown Pleads Guilty
R&B singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty to assaulting Rihanna. The former couple were also ordered to stay away from each other. Brown will not go to prison, but will be ordered to clean up graffiti or roadside trash. Read all about yesterdays court case here.
6.22.2009
Seascrest & Lohan Plan New Show
Apparently Ryan Seacrest is planning a new reality series featuring Lindsay Lohan. TMZ.com reports that it will feature real people who are heading down the wrong track and will be given $1 million for a second chance.
Seacrest Twitters Thursday, "Met with Lindsay last night about a show idea I have for her…it helps people and gives others a second shot!”
Lohan seems excited about the project. "Working on a really great project for television -- I am excited!" she Twittered on Friday. "Something meaningful like Extreme Home Makeover on ABC… :)"
This project will add to Seacrest's production credits which already include MTV's Bromance, E!'s Denise Richards: It's Complicated and Keeping Up With The Kardashians and NBC's Momma's Boys.
6.19.2009
Girl Gets Last Wish
Ten-year old Colby Curtain was diagnosed in December 2005 with vascular cancer. Her dying wish was to see Pixar's Up! which is currently in theaters. The company then sent out an employee with a DVD version of the film for a private viewing at the girl's home in Huntington Beach. Seven hours after viewing the movie, Curtain died. Read the complete story here.
6.17.2009
'FAME' Remake
Thank Goodness!!
6.16.2009
LiLo Steals Jewelry?
Scotland Yard is investigating the disappearance of $400,000 worth of Dior jewels from an Elle UK photoshoot. Actress Lindsay Lohan was the last one seen wearing the diamond earrings and necklace. Her rep says that everyone from the shoot is being questioned and that Lohan is happy to cooperate. The magazine shoot was on June 6 and the missing jewelry was reported on June 8. According to People.com, Elle says they has no reason to believe Lohan is responsible for the missing jewels.
6.15.2009
Gibson's GF Debuts Song
Russia-born singer/pianist Oksana Grigorieva debuted her first single "Say My Name" today exclusively on PEOPLE.com. Up until now, the 39-year-old has been in the news for being pregnant with Mel Gibson's child. She and Gibson wrote "Say My Name" together and it is due to appear on her album "Beautiful Heartbreak." To listen to the song, click here.
6.14.2009
Fashion? What?
6.11.2009
Lambert Confirms Rumors
An US magazine article says that American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert confirms that he is gay in the current issue of Rolling Stone (on stands June 10). It's really not that big of a deal and its not like it was a mystery which is why I waited to post about it. But I'll use this opportunity to say that this is Lambert's second cover that I know of (the first was pre-Idol finale) and it makes me wonder where the winner is? Which kind of brings to mind how AT&T may have swayed the votes and perhaps the wrong person really did win... Oh, and I love the Rolling Stone cover - it's yummy.
6.10.2009
Alba Bad Girl
6.07.2009
Get Over Yourself 6
The Hills stars Heidi and Spencer Pratt tie for Get Over Yourself number six. The pair who quit the new reality show I'm A Celebrity: Get Me Out of Here off-and-on about three times, now is creating more drama about the show. Apparently, according to People magazine and various other publications, the newlyweds had to stay in a dark room with just rice, beans and water for 3 days. The various articles have different details, view the links to view those stories. Apparently now the Pratts plan to sue the network (NBC) and Heidi was in the hospital after being "tortured" with some type of infection. I guess you read a contract before you sign it.... Get over yourselves.
6.06.2009
Get Over Yourself 5
I guess when you aren't the center of attention anymore, you have to make up stuff for people to notice you. Take reality TV star, Tila Tequila for example. I was Tila's Myspace friend before she was even famous, but I haven't heard anything about her since she stopped doing her Shot at Love show on MTV. Today she blogged on Myspace to clear up rumors, including one about pregnancy... I was like, where did this come from? Apparently, herself. I Googled the topic just to find this Daily Stab article where Tequila had tweeted about the pregnancy and then deleted it. Apparently not fast enough. Get over yourself. And stop starting your own rumors...
6.05.2009
Texts From Last Night
6.04.2009
Missed Paris' BFF?
If you missed the first episode of "Paris Hilton's New BFF 2" on MTV, check it out here at Mtv.com! I don't really have any favorites yet. Most of them seem stuck up, fake or bitchy. I guess time will tell. Check out the cast here. The guy is kind of cute, but he's a huge wimp. Future episodes will be shown on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. on MTV.
Jackson with Children
6.03.2009
6.02.2009
Heidi & Spencer Quit New Show
5.30.2009
Watch: "Hush, Hush (I Will Survive)"
5.29.2009
Craig's List: Cutest Celeb Children
1. Suri Cruise [Katie Holmes & Tom Cruise]
The baby with a sense of fashion.

2. Shiloh Jolie Pitt [Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt]
The baby with beautiful hair, eyes, lips... everything really.
3. Harlow Madden [Nicole Richie & Joel Madden]
The baby with the cutest face!