You're Beautiful

Has anyone heard of James Blunt? I hadn't but he has a haunting and moving song called, "You're Beautiful." I've heard the clean version on the radio but iTunes has both the clean and the explicit version and I downloaded the dirty version. Worth your 99c or at the very least, worth a listen.

Matt Damon is a Great Boyfriend

Matt Damon's girlfriend of two years, Lucky Luciana, was rushed to St. Vincent's hospital for food poisoning.

According to pagesix, on Sunday, LL had a very bad meal which left her sick and in tears (I wonder where she ate).

Matt, despite filming The Good Shepherd with Angelina Jolie, took time off to be by Lucky Luciana's side. Sigh. How sweet!

Matt's in a cute tux for his 'wedding' to Angelina on the set of 'The Good Shepherd' currently filming in New York.

We'd marry you anyday Mattie!

Free Free, Set Them Free

Today is the first official day of freedom for Martha Stewart sans that pesky accessory.
Her ankle bracelet will be taken off today and Martha will be free to do as she pleases.

If she'd like to take a yoga class in town or take a ride on her golf cart, then she can do so without getting caught by the tabloids.

Kick up your heels, Martha; you've earned it.

Hollywood Roundup

Charlize Theron - a recent Oscar winner - will be starring in the season opener of Arrested Development. Guess she must really like the show because she'll be playing Jason Bateman's love interest and will appear in a few episodes. There was a time when I envisioned myself as his girlfriend, sigh; Silver Spoons will always have a special place in my heart.

Paul Haggis, who can do no wrong by Hollywood (the scribe behind Million Dollar Baby, Oscar winner and Crash, expected Oscar nominee/potential winner, has been selected to rewrite a new version of Casino Royale, an old Bond favorite.
No idea who will play Bond as hunky Pierce Brosnan recently confirmed that he'll no longer be playing the original international man of mystery.

Judd Apatow, the director behind the hit 40 Year-Old Virgin, will be helming a new romantic comedy starring some of his fave actors including Paul Rudd (v. cute). He's written the screenplay and will direct so expect a bigger paycheck than last given Virgin's success.

Brad and Zahara - so happy together!

The first photos of Brad Pitt and baby Zahara have surfaced! Awww, they both look adorable (if a bit fuzzy)!!!! Zahara looks just as cute as when I met her a couple of weeks ago at Saks. Go Zahara!

(Thanks to JJB and his site. Click on the link below for more photos).
http://p099.ezboard.com/fjjboardfrm12.showMessage?topicID=89102.topic

Virgin Stays on Top

The 40 Year-Old Virgin was #1 again at the box office beating out Matt Damon's new confusing-looking flick, The Brothers Grimm.

Virgin was on top with about $16.3 million
BG was a close second with $15.1 million followed by
Red Eye in third with $10.1 million
Four Brothers in fourth with $7.9 million and
The Cave in fifth with $6.15 million in its opening weekend.

The total box office take is down vs. last year and Hollywood is still lamenting about The Slump. Recently, there was a survey about why people aren't going to the movies this year and it's because the movies suck. That plus the availability of dvds, netflix (ease), flat-screen tvs and home entertainment centers. But a lot of movies do suck. So there.

Ehren Kruger wrote the Brothers Grimm (he also wrote The Skeleton Key and The Ring) but all sorts of non-sense from the director to typical Miramax interference probably contributed to the so-so opening of Mattie's latest movie. Plus, he was wearing some freaky side-burns and weird overly-fluffy hair. Read that he was also supposed to wear a big fake nose a la Nicole Kidman in the Hours but the director claims it would've made Matt Damon look like a young Brando. Hmm, some magic nose.

You Just Don't Fit In

For weeks, media types have been speculating about Martha's catch phrase on her Apprentice-type show. Instead of stealing the Donald's thunder with rehashing, You're Fired, Martha has chosen the less catchy-phrase, 'You just don't fit in.'

But I'm certain Martha will use her bitchiness to make those words sound just as harsh and powerful as you're fired. Go Martha.

Potential Cat Fight

The claws are off: Rachel Hunter called Teri Hatcher, skinny and old. Remember the good ol' days when being called fat was an insult? Now it's skinny that's bad.

According to pagesix, Rachel comments that "When women get too skinny, like Teri Hatcher, it shows on their faces and ages them." Ouch! Harsh words. Is this Rachel's way of saying it's okay to be a little chunky (she looked a little heavy on that dance show of hers).

Maybe they should battle it out on ABC? Desperate Housewife meets a Diva who can Dance? I bet it would be a hit. Stranger things have happened.

I'm Better Than You Are, So There

Anything you can do, I can do better, I can do anything better than you...

Gwyneth Paltrow simply can't resist telling other people how to run their lives because she's so perfect. Oscar? check. Cute husband? check. Cute baby? check (even though she named her after produce).

Now Gwennie is sounding off about Brad Pitt (her ex many moons ago) and Jennifer Aniston. Well, obviously, they never should've talked about their romance/marriage because now it wouldn't be getting so much attention. Yeah, that's common sense Gwennie but aren't you talking about them now? So gossip's okay as long as you don't talk about yourself? Hmmm.

Gwennie is always trying to show that she has the upper hand and she won't let you forget it. I think she still has feelings for Brad and this is her way of saying, 'hey, you should've married me instead.' I can act better (Oscar). I can marry better (married a rock star and we're still together) and I can have kids better (isn't Brad pining for some kids?).

Or are these words also aimed at Angelina Jolie, her Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow co-star? No one likes sharing their ex even if Gwennie dated him years ago...just a thought.

MTV VMAs/Gossip Roundup

Didn't watch the VMAs but certainly looked at the arrivals photos for fashion hits and misses, plenty of misses.

Does Gwen Stefani hate Lindsay Lohan? They were both wearing leopard print dresses - a serious fashion faux pas. They obviously don't have the same stylist. Ouch.
I think Gwen looks better than La Hohan. You decide.




But La Hohan makes nice with Ashley Simpson (at least while
the cameras are flashing). I don't buy it. I think La Hohan's still
pining away for her first love, Wilmer V.

What the hell was Jessica Simpson wearing? Her outfit looked like a cross between a French Maid's outfit and not much else. Serious mistake.

What's up with Eva Longoria's hair? It was a seriously thick beehive gone crazy on one side. She looked like she was 50 with that 'do. I'd fire that stylist.

Hilary Duff is giving Nicole Richie a run for her money. Hilary is thin, thin, thin weighing in at 100 lbs. (She's about 5' 4"). But according to one of the weekly tabs, Nicole is now 92 lbs!

But the worst 'outfit' of all? That prize goes to Mariah Carey. It's really a shame how trashy she dresses. Yes, we know you're sexy! Stop showing all that skin! You're an orange train wreck! Get some clothes that fit - you're not 110 lbs. so don't think you can wear barely there; it doesn't work.

And rumor has it that she's making out with Eddie Murphy. Tsk tsk. He hasn't even filed for divorce yet. Shame on you.

The one highlight of the evening? O-R-L-A-N-D-O! Dreamy!

Gossip Roundup

Eminem addicted to...drugs. Well, sleeping pills actually. Not what I thought he'd be addicted to. Nonetheless, hope he's okay and feeling better soon.

Eva Longoria bumps her head on set and is briefly hospitalized. Hmm, I wonder if she can sue? The show hasn't gone into syndication yet so I'm guessing it's a tad early.

Mario Lopez (remember him from Idol? the one who dropped out?) finally announces a record deal with J Records (run by Clive Davis, Mr. I discovered Alicia Keyes).
No word on the terms of the deal, but it should be more than whatever Corey Clark is making.
I like Mario and remember him from his Idol performances; he reminds me a little of Justin Timberlake.

Nicole Ritchie and her fiancee DJ AM fight in public. That's what happens when you don't eat; you get cranky!!! (rush and molloy report).

Entertainment Highlights of the Day/Week

Madonna breaks some bones while riding a horse on her birthday. What's more shocking/amazing is that she's 47 and she looks amazing.








Brad Pitt is in NY. According to gawker, he and George Clooney (swoon) were spotted at the Stone Rose (Cindy Crawford's hubby's bar at the Time Warner Center) having a lovely time sans Angelina. I'm certain there was a booty call

Jude, despite being a cad and general heart-breaker, is not well-endowed. Sad really given what a beautiful face he has; guess one can't have it all.
And today, there are pictures of Jude and Sienna together; maybe she really is pregnant.

Jen and Ben expecting a girl. Brit and K-Fed expecting a boy.

Eminem is airing voicemails that are supposedly from Mariah Carey during his concerts. Girls - this is a great example of don't drunk dial any boys especially those in a position to exploit the situation.

personal celebrity stalker:


Met the breathtaking Angelina Jolie at Saks last Friday (hey, it's still less than a week so it counts).

Also, saw Johnny Drama aka Kevin Dillon last night in front of ABC sporting the worst fake & bake tan I've seen in awhile. Was tres tres orange. But he was with some cute blonde chick.

And this morning after my Manolo purchase, I saw the bad boy from Sex and the City. I know, there were so many, but this one played the one that broke Carrie's heart a few times and was featured in the episode where she met Big.

Hollywood Script Sales

The most interesting sale posted today belongs to 'Bar Starz' written by Pete Castanik and Marc James.

The story is about the adventures of wild and crazy club-goers. Hmm, that could be based on any bar/club experience in NY.

Apparently, the movie is based on the writers' website.

The buyers were Corner Stone Pictures. No price was mentioned but this looks like a solid deal, mid to high six figures.

No stars yet attached but think of two wild and crazy guys to star (the butterscotch stallion and ben stiller maybe?).

New York Yankees

I have tickets to the Yankees/Boston Red Sox game on Friday, September 9th. If anyone's interested in buying these tickets from me, then please contact me. Thanks!

Lobster Roll Heaven

Ahh, there's nothing finer than a luscious lobster roll. Unfortunately, the prices are sky high in NY. Nonetheless, I decided to splurge the last of my unemployment dollars for a lobster roll at Mary's Fish Camp.

It's a good thing I went today because I overheard that they'll be closed for the next two weeks and will reopen after Labor Day.

The lobster roll was expensive but as good as I remember if a wee bit on the small side. Sigh. And the service, I'm afraid to say, has slipped. Not anywhere near as attentive as they once used to be. Sigh.

May have to go to Pearl's to see if their rivals can do any better. But no more $23 lobster rolls for me; at least not for a few months.

Manolo Blahniks for $200!

The Barneys Warehouse Sale started today at 8am and I was there at 8:15am.

It was already a madhouse but I went to the shoe area first (of course) and snagged a pair of Manolo Blahniks for $240.

They're classic black slingbacks with a nice comfortable heel. I hesitated paying so much for them because some can be had for $100 but then again some can be had for $500+ so I splurged a little.

Plus, I applied for a Barneys credit card and they gave me 10%, which helped cover the tax.

They're cute and comfortable. And they're Manolos! There were another pair for $175 but they were yellow thongs with a kitten heel; nwi (not worth it).

There are tons of shoes in all sizes and prices. Very nice Barneys Co-op shoes for
$60 to $140.

Go often, shop early and late!

Virgins a Hit! Yay!

Just saw a sneak preview of the 40-year old Virgin. I have to say it was enjoyable despite being crude and vulgar at times. This flick is aimed primarily at teenage boys but there are some funny and touching moments.

Steve Carell is the new Will Ferrell/Vince Vaughn/Ben Stiller. All of these actors are interchangeable because they think alike, write alike, and surround themselves with like-minded sycophants.

Not a quality movie but I predict it will do well opening weekend garnering at least $35 to $40 million in ticket sales, if not more!

Virgins are in. So is Steve Carell and he's just signed on to star in a new movie titled, High T, about a man who has high to low levels of testosterone which makes him act more like a woman or a man depending on his T levels.

Gossip is Good for You! So Enjoy!

According to an article in the NYTimes yesterday (the science section), gossip is good for you.

Gossip serves a purpose besides being entertaining - it helps bring people together and it provides behavioral information about who's following the rules and who's breaking them. It brings us together, it allows us to have something in common with others so it's a great communication tool. Who knew?

So the next time you're reading gossip, spreading it around or just plain enjoying it, know that you're doing something good for society.

Jude Nude not so Good

Nude pictures of Jude Law and his 'nanny-poking stick' have surfaced. Apparently, Jude's been vacationing in France at his mom's house and decided to go al fresco while wading in the water, showering, etc.

It's really quite a shame that he's so small because he has such a lovely face. But some are speculating that it appears small thanks to shrinkage (remember that Seinfeld episode?). Either way, it's still very small.

Nearly every tabloid/gossip website has been making fun of him (it started with a reference in page six today) but pictures were passed around yesterday (courtesy of the paparazzi). I wonder who'll end up buying and publishing them.

Poor Jude. He must be devastated.

If you want to see Jude nude, go to fleshbot's website. They've got a photo with a nice close up option. So sad.

Summer Hiatus Over; The Return of Angelina

I've been having too much fun this summer to write but thought I'd try to get back into it.

The best celebrity sighting I've had thus far was seeing Angelina Jolie. Last Friday while shopping at Saks, there was a buzz throughout the store. Outside, there were three paparazzi who claimed that Katie Holmes or someone 'big' like that was inside. I asked around and sure enough, Angelina Jolie had been perusing the pricey, designer handbags a minute ago (first floor near the escalators). I was told that she ventured upstairs. So I did what any US Weekly, Star reader would do, I followed her.

I took the escalator to the second floor (Donna Karan, Polo, and other high end styles on this floor) and it was quite empty. But to my left I could see a small group of people gathered around one woman. And there she was - like the star she is. She looked amazing. She's absolutely breathtaking. No wonder Brad fell for her.

She had her new baby, Zahara, in a baby bjorn facing her. The baby was cute and had a bottle in her mouth. Angelina had her partially swept off her face and was sporting streaky blonde highlights (I think she looks better as a brunette). She was wearing blue jeans (wow, she is skinny, her legs looked like toothpicks) and she had a long black top on. Everyone is speculating that she's pregnant but it was hard to see her stomach given the baby's position in the bjorn.

Her face is exquisite. Flawless and just the hint of red lipstick. But given how skinny she's become, she does seem to have a big head.

She was wearing tiny heels but she didn't appear as tall as she does in the movies. I'd say she was maybe 5' 6" tops. On imdb, it says she's 5' 8" but she didn't look it and we all know stars lie about their age, weight and height.

I didn't want to approach her (New Yorkers are too cool for that) but she was very nice and obliging to everyone who said hello or congratulations. She even signed some Saks sales reciepts. So, I passed by and said, "Congratulations." She smiled and said, "thank you." Of course, I was congratulating her on Brad Pitt (who was nowhere in sight; neither was Maddox) but she didn't need to know that.

Worth the trip to Saks.