Just when you thought Beyoncé completely shut down Halloween this year with her stellar Lil’ Kim lookalike costume, the singer revealed she actually dressed up as the rapper for a total of five times.
Queen Bey, 36, shared new photos from her spooky holiday on her website Friday, complete with side-by-side pictures of her muse. “Halloween 2017: Lil’ Kim Appreciation. Hip Hop would not be the same without our original Queen B,” Beyoncé wrote.
And the “original Queen B” was loving it.
Lil’ Kim shared her reaction on Twitter, writing, “I’m speechless and honored.” (Fun fact: Kim has a song...
Queen Bey, 36, shared new photos from her spooky holiday on her website Friday, complete with side-by-side pictures of her muse. “Halloween 2017: Lil’ Kim Appreciation. Hip Hop would not be the same without our original Queen B,” Beyoncé wrote.
And the “original Queen B” was loving it.
Lil’ Kim shared her reaction on Twitter, writing, “I’m speechless and honored.” (Fun fact: Kim has a song...
- 11/3/2017
- by Karen Mizoguchi
- PEOPLE.com
It all got hashed out on Friday’s reunion of Mama June: From Not to Hot.
On The Confrontation episode, slimmed-down Mama June Shannon, her daughters Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson and Lauryn “Pumpkin Shannon, and Mike “Sugar Bear” Thompson and his new bride, Jennifer Lamb, each sat down with Judge Lynn Toler, who served as moderator, to discuss the hit series.
Below are five things we learned from the heated special.
1. Mama June Now Walks Around the House Naked Since Her Weight Loss
First sitting down with 11-year-old Honey Boo Boo and 17-year-old Pumpkin, Judge Toler asked the girls...
On The Confrontation episode, slimmed-down Mama June Shannon, her daughters Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson and Lauryn “Pumpkin Shannon, and Mike “Sugar Bear” Thompson and his new bride, Jennifer Lamb, each sat down with Judge Lynn Toler, who served as moderator, to discuss the hit series.
Below are five things we learned from the heated special.
1. Mama June Now Walks Around the House Naked Since Her Weight Loss
First sitting down with 11-year-old Honey Boo Boo and 17-year-old Pumpkin, Judge Toler asked the girls...
- 4/15/2017
- by Natalie Stone
- PEOPLE.com
It’s hard to believe she’s never been featured on the front of Cosmpolitan magazine, and for August 2015 Sarah Jessica Parker has never looked hotter.
The “Failure to Launch” lady flaunts her feminine figure for photographer Michael Thompson and discusses the “Sex and the City” Instagram controversy regarding a third film- "Oh my god. When I posted that picture and people were in a rage at me, I was shocked. They were convinced I had been taunting them. I'm not that clever! And to what end would I relish dangling this idea and then saying there's no movie? I'm still finding people and being like, 'No @BoobityBopBeep! Why would I hurt you?' I've never been a mean girl.”
Sarah also insists she’s a humanist rather than a feminist- "As [playwright] Wendy Wasserstein would say, I'm a humanist. I'm enormously appreciative of the work that my mother's generation did.
The “Failure to Launch” lady flaunts her feminine figure for photographer Michael Thompson and discusses the “Sex and the City” Instagram controversy regarding a third film- "Oh my god. When I posted that picture and people were in a rage at me, I was shocked. They were convinced I had been taunting them. I'm not that clever! And to what end would I relish dangling this idea and then saying there's no movie? I'm still finding people and being like, 'No @BoobityBopBeep! Why would I hurt you?' I've never been a mean girl.”
Sarah also insists she’s a humanist rather than a feminist- "As [playwright] Wendy Wasserstein would say, I'm a humanist. I'm enormously appreciative of the work that my mother's generation did.
- 7/8/2015
- GossipCenter
Sarah Jessica Parker looks incredible in Jordache jeans from every angle. (We mean every.) The actress is the latest brand ambassador for the classic apparel line, which sells a range of shirts, jeans and outerwear (you may know them, of course, from a series of Jordache denim ads that famously made waves in the '80s). And Sjp's giving us a booty pic to commemorate the new partnership: Her first ad shows her in a sexy pose that, for us, is just a little reminiscent of the bend-and-snap (you know, the move that Reese Witherspoon is apparently bringing back). Photographer Michael Thompson shot the 50-year-old star for the brand's The Jordache Look campaign, which features Sarah Jessica in solid and striped...
- 6/10/2015
- E! Online
It seems Marvel is finally preparing to decide on an actor to take over the role of Spider-Man. After a worldwide search and over 1,500 young actors testing, word is the studio has settled on a final six. Asa Butterfield and Tom Holland we know, but according to THR Judah Lewis, Matthew Lintz, Charlie Plummer and Charlie Rowe are also in the mix. If those names are unfamiliar it's because they're all relative newcomers. Lewis has an upcoming role in Jean Marc-Vallee's Demolition, Lintz will be in Pixels, Plummer played Michael Thompson on Boardwalk Empire, and Rowe appeared on Fox's short-lived Red Band Society. Apparently Marvel will have to decide on someone pretty soon and an official announcement could come early in the week, but, there is also a chance that they won't go with any of the above and keep looking. Out of those six, who would you go with?...
- 5/31/2015
- ComicBookMovie.com
She’s always up to something amazing, and Kristen Stewart scored the cover of Elle magazine’s massive September 2014 issue.
Teaming with photographer Michael Thompson, the Chanel-wearing “Snow White and the Huntsman” actress is sassy in a supermarket and in her interview with Lili Anolik, Stewart talks about the natural evolution of her career.
Kristen explains, “Never at any point have I sat down and plotted how I should proceed from here on. As soon as you start thinking about your career as a trajectory—like, as if you’re going to miss out on some wave or momentum—then you’re never doing anything for yourself anyway. Then you’re truly, actually, specifically working for the public. You’re turning yourself into a bag of chips.”
Over the years, Stewart has discovered she can’t keep everyone happy all the time- “Now I feel like if I smiled for...
Teaming with photographer Michael Thompson, the Chanel-wearing “Snow White and the Huntsman” actress is sassy in a supermarket and in her interview with Lili Anolik, Stewart talks about the natural evolution of her career.
Kristen explains, “Never at any point have I sat down and plotted how I should proceed from here on. As soon as you start thinking about your career as a trajectory—like, as if you’re going to miss out on some wave or momentum—then you’re never doing anything for yourself anyway. Then you’re truly, actually, specifically working for the public. You’re turning yourself into a bag of chips.”
Over the years, Stewart has discovered she can’t keep everyone happy all the time- “Now I feel like if I smiled for...
- 8/7/2014
- GossipCenter
Don't expect Kristen Stewart to start trying to please everyone. The actress opened up about her life and career in the September issue of Elle magazine (which hits newsstands on Aug. 19) and revealed that she doesn't stress herself out about trying to make everyone happy. Keep reading to see Kristen's gorgeous photos from the magazine (before she chopped all her hair off and dyed it back to brown) and her thoughts on being aware of the public scrutiny that was thrust upon her in nearly six years ago. Source: Michael Thompson / Elle Magazine...
- 8/7/2014
- by Maria-Mercedes-Lara
- Popsugar.com
In 2013, we were introduced to a new side of Miley Cyrus - the tattooed, twerking, naked-wrecking-ball-riding Miley Cyrus - and along with her headline-making onstage antics came lots of candid, controversial quotes in magazines and TV interviews. This year, we're getting even more of a glimpse into the life of Miley, from her thoughts on political correctness and marijuana to the recent heartbreak she's felt since losing her dog Floyd. Whether you love or hate her, Miley has a way of saying things that will make you think (or at least think "Wtf?"). Here are some funny, poignant, and head-scratching things that she's had to say so far this year, most recently in her sit-down with Tavi Gevinson for the May issue of Elle magazine. Source: Elle / Michael Thompson View Slideshow ›...
- 4/8/2014
- by Brittney Stephens
- Popsugar.com
She ended her engagement with fellow star Liam Hemsworth last year, and now Miley Cyrus opens up about moving on in the May 2014 issue of Elle magazine.
While rocking lingerie for the Michael Thompson-shot spread, the 21-year-old reveals that she is totally fine since her split with the "Hunger Games" star.
“When I went through a really intense breakup—you know, I was engaged—and when I was with him or when I was on Disney, the thing that gave me the most anxiety was not knowing what to do with myself when Disney wasn’t there to carry me anymore or if I didn’t have him," Miley explained.
"And now I’m free of both of those things, and I’m fine. Like, I lay in bed at night by myself and I’m totally okay, and that’s so much stronger than the person three years ago,...
While rocking lingerie for the Michael Thompson-shot spread, the 21-year-old reveals that she is totally fine since her split with the "Hunger Games" star.
“When I went through a really intense breakup—you know, I was engaged—and when I was with him or when I was on Disney, the thing that gave me the most anxiety was not knowing what to do with myself when Disney wasn’t there to carry me anymore or if I didn’t have him," Miley explained.
"And now I’m free of both of those things, and I’m fine. Like, I lay in bed at night by myself and I’m totally okay, and that’s so much stronger than the person three years ago,...
- 4/8/2014
- GossipCenter
She became a household name thanks to her hit Disney series "Hannah Montana," and now Miley Cyrus opens up about working for the famous children's network in the May 2014 issue of Elle magazine.
While rocking a few poses for the Michael Thompson photo shoot, the "Wrecking Ball" hitmaker opened up about everything from her childhood career to her own definition of feminism.
Check out GossipCenter's recap of Miss Cyrus' interview below. For more, be sure to visit Elle!
On Disney:
"You know, I'm really thankful that I started on Disney. I got the most intense training. There's times where I wish I could have just started as a new artist, but the world has kind of allowed me to do that. I feel really lucky—a lot of kid stars get all crazy or stuck in what they were, so they can't actually become what they're meant to be. When...
While rocking a few poses for the Michael Thompson photo shoot, the "Wrecking Ball" hitmaker opened up about everything from her childhood career to her own definition of feminism.
Check out GossipCenter's recap of Miss Cyrus' interview below. For more, be sure to visit Elle!
On Disney:
"You know, I'm really thankful that I started on Disney. I got the most intense training. There's times where I wish I could have just started as a new artist, but the world has kind of allowed me to do that. I feel really lucky—a lot of kid stars get all crazy or stuck in what they were, so they can't actually become what they're meant to be. When...
- 4/8/2014
- GossipCenter
Mama June is on a show on TLC -- home of shows like "Say Yes to the Dress" and "I Found the Gown" -- but clearly she did not enlist the help of either of them to pick out the dress for her wedding today.As TMZ first reported, Mama (aka June Shannon) and Sugar Bear (aka Mike Thompson) decided to tie the knot today in Georgia. Our sources had said that the people working...
- 5/5/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
You'd better redneckognize -- Mama June and Sugar Bear ain't gonna be livin' in sin no more!
The couple (real names June Shannon and Mike Thompson) - parents to 7-year-old Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson -- are getting married on Sunday, nine years after they initially met in an online chat room.
Watch It Now: Honey Boo Boo Sings A Song About Kim Kardashian
According to a wedding invitation obtained by TMZ, Mama June and Sugar Bear will tie the knot in McIntyre, Georgia, and the blessed event will be filmed (most likely to be shown on ...
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The couple (real names June Shannon and Mike Thompson) - parents to 7-year-old Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson -- are getting married on Sunday, nine years after they initially met in an online chat room.
Watch It Now: Honey Boo Boo Sings A Song About Kim Kardashian
According to a wedding invitation obtained by TMZ, Mama June and Sugar Bear will tie the knot in McIntyre, Georgia, and the blessed event will be filmed (most likely to be shown on ...
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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
- 5/5/2013
- by nobody@accesshollywood.com (AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff)
- Access Hollywood
Sorry gentlemen, Mama June is officially off the market ... 'Cause She's Finally Getting Married ... TMZ has learned.In just a few hours, the "Honey Boo Boo" star is gettin' hitched to her special man friend Sugar Bear ... for a special Cinco de Mayo wedding fiesta! Fyi -- Mama (real name June Shannon) and Sugar Bear (real name Mike Thompson) met in an online chat room 9 years ago ... hit it off, shacked up, popped out a...
- 5/5/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Jennifer Livingston, a TV news anchor at Wkbt-tv in La Crosse, Wis., received an email this week from a casual viewer criticizing her weight. The viewer writes:
It's unusual that I see your morning show, but I did so for a very short time today. I was surprised indeed to witness that your physical condition hasn't improved for many years. Surely you don't consider yourself a suitable example for this community's young people, girls in particular. Obesity is one of the worst choices a person can make and one of the most dangerous habits to maintain. I leave you this note hoping that you'll reconsider your responsibility as a local public personality to present and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Livingston's husband Mike Thompson posted the email on Facebook and then Livingston took to the air to respond to the email (video above).
In the on-air address, Livingston says, "If you...
It's unusual that I see your morning show, but I did so for a very short time today. I was surprised indeed to witness that your physical condition hasn't improved for many years. Surely you don't consider yourself a suitable example for this community's young people, girls in particular. Obesity is one of the worst choices a person can make and one of the most dangerous habits to maintain. I leave you this note hoping that you'll reconsider your responsibility as a local public personality to present and promote a healthy lifestyle.
Livingston's husband Mike Thompson posted the email on Facebook and then Livingston took to the air to respond to the email (video above).
In the on-air address, Livingston says, "If you...
- 10/3/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
A Wisconsin TV news anchor fought back against a bully on air Tuesday after receiving hurtful mail that called her fat.
Jennifer Livingston, an anchor for CBS affiliate Wkbt in La Crosse, Wi., addressed her bully head on after receiving a letter — which her husband, Wkbt anchor Mike Thompson, posted on his Facebook page — that scolded her for being an unacceptable role model on television for young girls because of her weight.
"Obesity is one of the worst choices a person can make and one of the most dangerous habits to maintain," a portion of the letter read. "I leave you this note hoping that you'll reconsider your responsibility as a local public personality to present and promote a healthy lifestyle."
On air...
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Jennifer Livingston, an anchor for CBS affiliate Wkbt in La Crosse, Wi., addressed her bully head on after receiving a letter — which her husband, Wkbt anchor Mike Thompson, posted on his Facebook page — that scolded her for being an unacceptable role model on television for young girls because of her weight.
"Obesity is one of the worst choices a person can make and one of the most dangerous habits to maintain," a portion of the letter read. "I leave you this note hoping that you'll reconsider your responsibility as a local public personality to present and promote a healthy lifestyle."
On air...
Read More >...
- 10/3/2012
- by Natalie Abrams
- TVGuide - Breaking News
Everyone can take a deep breath, Sugar Bear is going to be Ok. Here Comes Honey Boo Boo's patriarch Mike Thompson was recently hospitalized after an injury to his foot from his "mud-boggin'" accident grew an infection. But luckily, it's not as bad as it sounds. At first, rumors started spreading that Sugar Bear could possibly have to amputate his leg—pretty serious stuff—but thankfully, that was never the case. His lady June has been keeping everyone updated on Sugar Bear's status through Alana Thompson's Facebook page. Just a couple hours ago, she shared some great news, "well we got more awesome...
- 9/26/2012
- E! Online
Fairfax has dominated the short list for the first Kennedy Awards for journalism in Nsw.
The awards are to commemorate crime reporter Les Kennedy.
The shortlists were announce last night.
Fairfax had 34 shortlistings with News Ltd next in the running with 12. Then came the ABC with nine and Seven with a total of seven shortlistings.
Embarrassingly for Nine Network (four) and Ten Network (three) both were beaten by the new, philanthopically funded website Global Mail which scored five shortlistings.
2Gb was shortlisted four times, Sbs twice and 2Ue once.
The shortlist:
Most Outstanding Regional Reporting – the Paul Lockyer Award
The Daily Advertiser, Wagga Catherine Clifford and Elyse Denman, ABC Tamworth Giselle Wakatama, ABC Newcastle
Most Outstanding Crime Reporting
Matt Doran, Network Ten Yoni Bashan, The Sunday Telegraph Lisa Davies, Iilya Gridneff, Dan Proudman, Fairfax
Racing Writer of the Year, sponsored by the Australian Turf Club
Craig Young, The Sydney Morning Herald Brent Zerafa,...
The awards are to commemorate crime reporter Les Kennedy.
The shortlists were announce last night.
Fairfax had 34 shortlistings with News Ltd next in the running with 12. Then came the ABC with nine and Seven with a total of seven shortlistings.
Embarrassingly for Nine Network (four) and Ten Network (three) both were beaten by the new, philanthopically funded website Global Mail which scored five shortlistings.
2Gb was shortlisted four times, Sbs twice and 2Ue once.
The shortlist:
Most Outstanding Regional Reporting – the Paul Lockyer Award
The Daily Advertiser, Wagga Catherine Clifford and Elyse Denman, ABC Tamworth Giselle Wakatama, ABC Newcastle
Most Outstanding Crime Reporting
Matt Doran, Network Ten Yoni Bashan, The Sunday Telegraph Lisa Davies, Iilya Gridneff, Dan Proudman, Fairfax
Racing Writer of the Year, sponsored by the Australian Turf Club
Craig Young, The Sydney Morning Herald Brent Zerafa,...
- 7/26/2012
- by mumbrella
- Encore Magazine
Talking cars will no longer be just a "Knight Rider" fantasy. Nuance Communications today revealed Dragon Drive, the newest addition to the Dragon Dictation family.
The product is like having Siri in your car, but unlike Apple's official deal with Mercedes-Benz to make Siri a feature in new A-Class models, Dragon Drive won't be limited to one manufacturer.
Dragon Drive expands current vehicle voice command technology by connecting the console to 3G and 4G networks. Currently, voice commands are limited to basic tasks such as music or temperature controls because of the vehicle software's inability to process and understand higher-level commands. But with access to the cloud, cars will be able to recognize speech commands and interpret both content and intent, as Siri does for iPhone users.
All it will take is the press of a button on the steering wheel to activate the Dragon software. Spoken commands will be...
The product is like having Siri in your car, but unlike Apple's official deal with Mercedes-Benz to make Siri a feature in new A-Class models, Dragon Drive won't be limited to one manufacturer.
Dragon Drive expands current vehicle voice command technology by connecting the console to 3G and 4G networks. Currently, voice commands are limited to basic tasks such as music or temperature controls because of the vehicle software's inability to process and understand higher-level commands. But with access to the cloud, cars will be able to recognize speech commands and interpret both content and intent, as Siri does for iPhone users.
All it will take is the press of a button on the steering wheel to activate the Dragon software. Spoken commands will be...
- 5/22/2012
- by The Huffington Post
- Huffington Post
Los Angeles, California (X17online) - Chaz Bono is set to be honored by the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation with its Stephen F. Kolzak Award. Bono helped Dancing With the Stars earn the award for outstanding reality program by being the first transgendered contestant. The award is presented annually to a prominent media figure that has made a difference in promoting equality and acceptance. Although the honor has been handed out to gay, lesbian, and bisexual honorees, it has yet to be given to a transgender recipient. "Chaz has opened the door for countless others, reshaping the way Americans think about transgender people today. His bold leadership in sharing his story as a transgender man, as well as his tireless work to secure equality for every American, embodies the values of GLAAD's Stephen K. Kolzak Award," president Mike Thompson said in a statement. Bono has long been an Lgbt advocate,...
- 4/10/2012
- x17online.com
On Saturday March 23 the 2012 GLAAD Media Awards kicked off in New York City with a gala event hosted by "Glee" stars Naya Rivera and Cory Monteith.
The first of three events -- the other two will take place in Los Angeles on April 21 and San Francisco on June 2 -- included a who's who of the Lgbt community and its allies like actress Dakota Fanning, hip-hop icon Russell Simmons, "Top Chef" star Padma Lakshmi, Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir, the Food Network's Ted Allen, Wendy Williams, Jay Manuel and Isis King from "America's Next Top Model" and more.
GLAAD's Acting President Mike Thompson noted in a blog he penned for HuffPost Gay Voices:
"The events, which help fund GLAAD's storytelling and media advocacy work, not only celebrate and recognize the best of the best in Lgbt-inclusive journalism, film, music, television, and more; they also serve as a benchmark for the media industry,...
The first of three events -- the other two will take place in Los Angeles on April 21 and San Francisco on June 2 -- included a who's who of the Lgbt community and its allies like actress Dakota Fanning, hip-hop icon Russell Simmons, "Top Chef" star Padma Lakshmi, Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir, the Food Network's Ted Allen, Wendy Williams, Jay Manuel and Isis King from "America's Next Top Model" and more.
GLAAD's Acting President Mike Thompson noted in a blog he penned for HuffPost Gay Voices:
"The events, which help fund GLAAD's storytelling and media advocacy work, not only celebrate and recognize the best of the best in Lgbt-inclusive journalism, film, music, television, and more; they also serve as a benchmark for the media industry,...
- 3/25/2012
- by Noah Michelson
- Huffington Post
Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Anderson Cooper and the cast of "Glee" are among the many high-profile names to receive nominations for the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) Media Awards this year.
GLAAD officials announced the 2012 nominees, all of which provide "outstanding images of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) community" and "complement GLAAD's work to bring Lgbt images and stories to Americans," according to a press release.
In recognition of her chart-topping, all-encompassing "Born This Way" album, Lady Gaga will compete for "Outstanding Music Artist," while "Glee," "Modern Family" and "Happy Endings" will face off for "Best Comedy Series." Transgender icon Chaz Bono is connected to three of the nominated projects -- the Oprah Winfrey Network (Own) documentary "Becoming Chaz," an episode of the "Late Show With David Letterman" on which he appeared, and ABC's "Dancing With The Stars," on which he was a contestant. Last year's Vito Russo...
GLAAD officials announced the 2012 nominees, all of which provide "outstanding images of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) community" and "complement GLAAD's work to bring Lgbt images and stories to Americans," according to a press release.
In recognition of her chart-topping, all-encompassing "Born This Way" album, Lady Gaga will compete for "Outstanding Music Artist," while "Glee," "Modern Family" and "Happy Endings" will face off for "Best Comedy Series." Transgender icon Chaz Bono is connected to three of the nominated projects -- the Oprah Winfrey Network (Own) documentary "Becoming Chaz," an episode of the "Late Show With David Letterman" on which he appeared, and ABC's "Dancing With The Stars," on which he was a contestant. Last year's Vito Russo...
- 1/19/2012
- by Curtis M. Wong
- Huffington Post
Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Anderson Cooper and the cast of "Glee" are among the many high-profile names to receive nominations for the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) Media Awards this year.
GLAAD officials announced the 2012 nominees, all of which provide "outstanding images of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) community" and "complement GLAAD's work to bring Lgbt images and stories to Americans," according to a press release.
In recognition of her chart-topping, all-encompassing "Born This Way" album, Lady Gaga will compete for "Outstanding Music Artist," while "Glee," "Modern Family" and "Happy Endings" will face off for "Best Comedy Series." Transgender icon Chaz Bono is connected to three of the nominated projects -- the Oprah Winfrey Network (Own) documentary "Becoming Chaz," an episode of the "Late Show With David Letterman" on which he appeared, and ABC's "Dancing With The Stars," on which he was a contestant. Last year's Vito Russo...
GLAAD officials announced the 2012 nominees, all of which provide "outstanding images of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) community" and "complement GLAAD's work to bring Lgbt images and stories to Americans," according to a press release.
In recognition of her chart-topping, all-encompassing "Born This Way" album, Lady Gaga will compete for "Outstanding Music Artist," while "Glee," "Modern Family" and "Happy Endings" will face off for "Best Comedy Series." Transgender icon Chaz Bono is connected to three of the nominated projects -- the Oprah Winfrey Network (Own) documentary "Becoming Chaz," an episode of the "Late Show With David Letterman" on which he appeared, and ABC's "Dancing With The Stars," on which he was a contestant. Last year's Vito Russo...
- 1/19/2012
- by Curtis M. Wong
- Aol TV.
Every year GLAAD gives out awards for outstanding Glbt media representation. This year there are 116 nominees competing in 25 media categories - everything from Outstanding Drama Series to Outstanding Comic Book.
"As media continue to tell new stories about Lgbt people and families, a majority of Americans now support full equality of Lgbt Americans," said Mike Thompson, GLAAD’s Acting President. "This year’s nominees enlighten and entertain, while spotlighting the diversity of our community. Audiences expect to see their own worlds reflected in media, and today more than ever, those include the lives of Lgbt people. Viewers know that Lgbt characters and stories are simply natural extensions of, and glimpses into, their own experiences from across America."
Winners will be announced at the GLAAD Media Awards in New York on March 24, 2012 at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square; in Los Angeles on April 21 at the Westin Bonaventure; and in San...
"As media continue to tell new stories about Lgbt people and families, a majority of Americans now support full equality of Lgbt Americans," said Mike Thompson, GLAAD’s Acting President. "This year’s nominees enlighten and entertain, while spotlighting the diversity of our community. Audiences expect to see their own worlds reflected in media, and today more than ever, those include the lives of Lgbt people. Viewers know that Lgbt characters and stories are simply natural extensions of, and glimpses into, their own experiences from across America."
Winners will be announced at the GLAAD Media Awards in New York on March 24, 2012 at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square; in Los Angeles on April 21 at the Westin Bonaventure; and in San...
- 1/19/2012
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Producers behind upcoming Us TV series Work It have come under fire from gay rights advocacy groups for poking fun at cross-dressers.
The comedy, which is set to premiere on 3 January, centres around two men who disguise themselves as women to land jobs in a struggling economy as female sales representatives.
But officials at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) organisation have condemned the show's premise and slammed its creators for shooting a series that teaches fans it's Ok to mock those with actual gender-identity issues.
GLAAD president Mike Thompson tells EW.com, "Transphobia is still all too prevalent in our society and this show will only contribute to it. It will reinforce the mistaken belief that transgender women are simply 'men pretending to be women', and that their efforts to live their lives authentically as women are a form of lying or deception."
And GLAAD isn't the only group taking offence to the programme - officials at the Human Rights Campaign are urging supporters to sign a letter addressed to ABC TV bosses as part of a boycott.
The message reads, "Hundreds of thousands of transgender Americans face very real challenges in the workplace... We have a shared responsibility to ensure the messages about gender identity we send to the public, and particularly youth, are positive ones. It is never appropriate to belittle or mock those who do not adhere to society's gender norms or the struggles they face."
The show stars Lost beauty Rebecca Mader and White Chicks actress Rochelle Aytes.
The comedy, which is set to premiere on 3 January, centres around two men who disguise themselves as women to land jobs in a struggling economy as female sales representatives.
But officials at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) organisation have condemned the show's premise and slammed its creators for shooting a series that teaches fans it's Ok to mock those with actual gender-identity issues.
GLAAD president Mike Thompson tells EW.com, "Transphobia is still all too prevalent in our society and this show will only contribute to it. It will reinforce the mistaken belief that transgender women are simply 'men pretending to be women', and that their efforts to live their lives authentically as women are a form of lying or deception."
And GLAAD isn't the only group taking offence to the programme - officials at the Human Rights Campaign are urging supporters to sign a letter addressed to ABC TV bosses as part of a boycott.
The message reads, "Hundreds of thousands of transgender Americans face very real challenges in the workplace... We have a shared responsibility to ensure the messages about gender identity we send to the public, and particularly youth, are positive ones. It is never appropriate to belittle or mock those who do not adhere to society's gender norms or the struggles they face."
The show stars Lost beauty Rebecca Mader and White Chicks actress Rochelle Aytes.
- 12/20/2011
- WENN
ABC should have known that airing a cross-dressing comedy was going to draw controversy.
The upcoming series Work It — about two men who disguise themselves as women to land jobs — is taking fire from two organizations that say the show is offensive to the transgender community. “During a period in which the transgender community now routinely finds itself in the cultural crosshairs, the timing couldn’t be worse for a show based on the notion that men dressed as women is inherently funny,” writes Matt Kane, the associate director of entertainment media at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.
GLAAD...
The upcoming series Work It — about two men who disguise themselves as women to land jobs — is taking fire from two organizations that say the show is offensive to the transgender community. “During a period in which the transgender community now routinely finds itself in the cultural crosshairs, the timing couldn’t be worse for a show based on the notion that men dressed as women is inherently funny,” writes Matt Kane, the associate director of entertainment media at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.
GLAAD...
- 12/17/2011
- by James Hibberd
- EW - Inside TV
In the wake of Brett Ratner’s decision Tuesday afternoon to step down as producer of the Academy Awards, the gay media watchdog group GLAAD announced that it’s working with Ratner “to convene public discussions featuring leaders in the entertainment industry about promoting fair and accurate inclusions of Lgbt people and stories.”
The meetings, the first of which will take place “in coming weeks,” will also address anti-gay jokes and slurs in film and TV and their effect on popular culture.
“Hollywood has the power and responsibility to grow acceptance of all communities,” GLAAD acting president Mike Thompson said in a statement.
The meetings, the first of which will take place “in coming weeks,” will also address anti-gay jokes and slurs in film and TV and their effect on popular culture.
“Hollywood has the power and responsibility to grow acceptance of all communities,” GLAAD acting president Mike Thompson said in a statement.
- 11/9/2011
- by Jon Barrett
- EW - Inside Movies
Another couple left the dance floor on "Dancing With the Stars" in week 5. Whose lights went out on Broadway week?
The couples in danger were Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke, Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskivy and Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer. And then Chaz Bono was sent packing.
GLAAD released a statement following Chaz's elimination: "Chaz bravely put on his dancing shoes and became a fan favorite, showing millions of viewers that he's like any other guy," said GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson. "Though it's sad to see him go, Chaz has helped countless people better understand what it means to be transgender. He should be commended for both his courage and determination. We hope Chaz's time on 'Dancing with the Stars' is just the beginning in a long line of transgender-inclusive programming across the media."
And his mom Cher tweets, "I Have Got 2Hold my Temper ! My...
The couples in danger were Rob Kardashian and Cheryl Burke, Hope Solo and Maksim Chmerkovskivy and Chaz Bono and Lacey Schwimmer. And then Chaz Bono was sent packing.
GLAAD released a statement following Chaz's elimination: "Chaz bravely put on his dancing shoes and became a fan favorite, showing millions of viewers that he's like any other guy," said GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson. "Though it's sad to see him go, Chaz has helped countless people better understand what it means to be transgender. He should be commended for both his courage and determination. We hope Chaz's time on 'Dancing with the Stars' is just the beginning in a long line of transgender-inclusive programming across the media."
And his mom Cher tweets, "I Have Got 2Hold my Temper ! My...
- 10/26/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Are you wearing purple today?
Whether you're sporting lilac, amethyst, mauve, violet, plum or any other shade, you're joining millions of Americans today in supporting Spirit Day 2011, a GLAAD-backed event that encourages people to wear purple in support of Lgbt youth and taking a stand against bullying.
Celebs like Cher, Ellen DeGeneres, Adam Lambert, Tyra Banks, and even stars from "Jersey Shore" and "Teen Mom" have pledged to wear their finest purple-hued clothing to support Spirit Day, a movement started in 2010 by a teenager named Brittany McMillan to honor Lgbt lives lost to suicide. The color purple was chosen because it represents spirit on the rainbow flag.
You might've noticed Regis and Kelly, Tyra Banks and Wendy Williams, and the ladies of "The View" all wearing shades of purple on their talk shows this morning. They're joined by countless Bravo stars, MTV stars, ABC stars, Fox stars -- actually, stars from pretty much every network,...
Whether you're sporting lilac, amethyst, mauve, violet, plum or any other shade, you're joining millions of Americans today in supporting Spirit Day 2011, a GLAAD-backed event that encourages people to wear purple in support of Lgbt youth and taking a stand against bullying.
Celebs like Cher, Ellen DeGeneres, Adam Lambert, Tyra Banks, and even stars from "Jersey Shore" and "Teen Mom" have pledged to wear their finest purple-hued clothing to support Spirit Day, a movement started in 2010 by a teenager named Brittany McMillan to honor Lgbt lives lost to suicide. The color purple was chosen because it represents spirit on the rainbow flag.
You might've noticed Regis and Kelly, Tyra Banks and Wendy Williams, and the ladies of "The View" all wearing shades of purple on their talk shows this morning. They're joined by countless Bravo stars, MTV stars, ABC stars, Fox stars -- actually, stars from pretty much every network,...
- 10/20/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Welcome back to our weekly look at the new podcasts available at our “partners in podcast crime” the GeekCast Radio Network. As usual here’s our weekly look at the podcasts from Gcrn, This Week in Geek and the latest toy review videos from Baltmatrix, with descriptions and links to each and every podcast.
Tap – Episode 12
The guys sit down and discuss the premiere of Transformers Animated Season 3 in the Three Parter Transwarped. Quite possibly one of the shortest episodes in Tap history however it is a good one. The guys almost slip totally into their dark Tbu discussion style but regain their composure later. Check it out! Listen Now.
What’s on Joe Mind? – Episode 25 – Flag Points Crossover Edition!
You Asked For It! It Is Our Longest Podcast Ever! Join us along with Dave and Don from the Flag Points podcast for our first ever Cross Over Episode! That’s not all,...
Tap – Episode 12
The guys sit down and discuss the premiere of Transformers Animated Season 3 in the Three Parter Transwarped. Quite possibly one of the shortest episodes in Tap history however it is a good one. The guys almost slip totally into their dark Tbu discussion style but regain their composure later. Check it out! Listen Now.
What’s on Joe Mind? – Episode 25 – Flag Points Crossover Edition!
You Asked For It! It Is Our Longest Podcast Ever! Join us along with Dave and Don from the Flag Points podcast for our first ever Cross Over Episode! That’s not all,...
- 10/18/2011
- by Phil
- Nerdly
Each weekend we include independent horror news sent our way. If you want to be featured in our next spotlight feature, send us an email.
Zombie Mma Fight: “A Denver based Mixed Martial Arts promotion is hosting a unique event in October with one central theme; Zombies.
Promoter Seth Daniels of Fight to Win Mma, attributes the idea to his own love of the horror genre and certain local fighter’s devotion to the zombie culture. After seeing that a number of fighters have expressed their love of zombie movies, books and the increasingly popular ‘crawls’ that are popping up around the Colorado area, Daniels created the fight card to tie in with their interest and the upcoming Halloween holiday season.
The event will include a $1000 costume contest, free beer for those that come dressed as a zombie, and a number of surprises that only Fight to Win Mma can provide.
Zombie Mma Fight: “A Denver based Mixed Martial Arts promotion is hosting a unique event in October with one central theme; Zombies.
Promoter Seth Daniels of Fight to Win Mma, attributes the idea to his own love of the horror genre and certain local fighter’s devotion to the zombie culture. After seeing that a number of fighters have expressed their love of zombie movies, books and the increasingly popular ‘crawls’ that are popping up around the Colorado area, Daniels created the fight card to tie in with their interest and the upcoming Halloween holiday season.
The event will include a $1000 costume contest, free beer for those that come dressed as a zombie, and a number of surprises that only Fight to Win Mma can provide.
- 10/16/2011
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Welcome back to our weekly look at the new podcasts available at our “partners in podcast crime” the GeekCast Radio Network. As usual here’s our weekly look at the podcasts from Gcrn, This Week in Geek and the latest toy review videos from Baltmatrix, with descriptions and links to each and every podcast. But first a (sad) word from TFG1Mike:
TFG1Mike reporting into the B3K readers with sad news. One of my friends who was a huge fixture in the Transformers Community has passed away. Please read and then listen to the podcasts in this blog post to see what Optimus Scourge was like. Rip Gary… you will be missed but Never forgotten.
Remembering Optimus Scourge Through Podcasting
Gcr – Episode 29 – Social Networking Part I: Myspace & Google+
In Part one of Gcr 29 the 2 Mikes and Steve/Megatron start the social networking talk with MySpace and the New...
TFG1Mike reporting into the B3K readers with sad news. One of my friends who was a huge fixture in the Transformers Community has passed away. Please read and then listen to the podcasts in this blog post to see what Optimus Scourge was like. Rip Gary… you will be missed but Never forgotten.
Remembering Optimus Scourge Through Podcasting
Gcr – Episode 29 – Social Networking Part I: Myspace & Google+
In Part one of Gcr 29 the 2 Mikes and Steve/Megatron start the social networking talk with MySpace and the New...
- 10/4/2011
- by Phil
- Nerdly
HollywoodNews.com: GLAAD released the 16th Annual Where We Are on TV report earlier today and the results are mixed when it comes to Lgbt visibility on television.
After a significant increase last year, the number of regular lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendee characters on broadcast networks experienced a decrease while the overall Lgbt character count remains steady on cable television.
“While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers, such as Glee, True Blood and The Good Wife, weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show,” said GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson. “Whether it’s the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on Modern Family or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on Grey’s Anatomy, Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their favorite programs and that includes gay,...
After a significant increase last year, the number of regular lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendee characters on broadcast networks experienced a decrease while the overall Lgbt character count remains steady on cable television.
“While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers, such as Glee, True Blood and The Good Wife, weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show,” said GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson. “Whether it’s the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on Modern Family or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on Grey’s Anatomy, Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their favorite programs and that includes gay,...
- 9/29/2011
- by Greg Hernandez
- Hollywoodnews.com
The number of gay characters on network television this season is down a little from last year, but an annual report on the subject is still somewhat upbeat.
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation's annual "Where We Are on TV" report says that 2.9 percent of regular characters on scripted network shows in 2011-12 are gay, lesbian, transgender or bisexual. That's down a bit from last year's figure (3.9 percent) but still well ahead of where the networks were four years ago, when barely 1 percent of characters on network TV were gay.
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show," says GLAAD's acting president, Mike Thompson. "... Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their...
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation's annual "Where We Are on TV" report says that 2.9 percent of regular characters on scripted network shows in 2011-12 are gay, lesbian, transgender or bisexual. That's down a bit from last year's figure (3.9 percent) but still well ahead of where the networks were four years ago, when barely 1 percent of characters on network TV were gay.
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show," says GLAAD's acting president, Mike Thompson. "... Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their...
- 9/28/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Fox has overtaken ABC as the broadcast network that is most inclusive when it comes to regular lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) characters.
According to GLAAD’s 16th annual “Where We Are On TV” report, Fox features eight series regular LGBT characters (out of 117 total) in the new TV season — up from the network’s tally of zero back in 2007. (Of note, the report counts Glee‘s Brittany as bi, while three of the eight LGBTs appear within Fox’s “Animation Domination” line-up.)
GLAAD Report: ABC Family Scores ‘Excellent’ Grade, CBS Improves But Still Last Among Nets
Dropping from...
According to GLAAD’s 16th annual “Where We Are On TV” report, Fox features eight series regular LGBT characters (out of 117 total) in the new TV season — up from the network’s tally of zero back in 2007. (Of note, the report counts Glee‘s Brittany as bi, while three of the eight LGBTs appear within Fox’s “Animation Domination” line-up.)
GLAAD Report: ABC Family Scores ‘Excellent’ Grade, CBS Improves But Still Last Among Nets
Dropping from...
- 9/28/2011
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
The number of Lgbt characters featured on TV for the 2011 season is down a full percent from where it was last year, but the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, in its 16th annual "Where We Are on TV" report, is happy with the prominent role many Lgbt characters play on some major shows.
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers, such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife,' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show,” GLAAD acting president Mike Thompson said in a statement. “Whether it’s the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on 'Modern Family' or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on 'Grey’s Anatomy,' Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their favorite programs and that includes gay,...
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers, such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife,' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show,” GLAAD acting president Mike Thompson said in a statement. “Whether it’s the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on 'Modern Family' or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on 'Grey’s Anatomy,' Americans expect to see the diversity of our country represented in their favorite programs and that includes gay,...
- 9/28/2011
- by John Mitchell
- MTV Newsroom
New York -- The number of gay and bisexual characters on scripted broadcast network TV has dipped slightly this season to 19 out of nearly 650 roles, according to the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.
The 16th annual "Where We Are on TV" report released Wednesday by GLAAD found that 2.9 percent of actors appearing regularly on prime-time network drama and comedy series in the 2011-12 season will portray gay, lesbian or bisexual characters.
That's down from 3 percent in the 2009-10 season and 3.9 percent last season, when there were 23 out of a total of nearly 600 roles.
The 2008-09 season saw an increased representation of 2.6 percent.
Only five of the 19 gay and lesbian characters this season are nonwhite, GLAAD found.
Using information provided by ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and CW, the group reviewed 91 scripted series announced to air this season.
Among broadcast series with gay and bisexual characters, GLAAD cited CBS' "The Good Wife,...
The 16th annual "Where We Are on TV" report released Wednesday by GLAAD found that 2.9 percent of actors appearing regularly on prime-time network drama and comedy series in the 2011-12 season will portray gay, lesbian or bisexual characters.
That's down from 3 percent in the 2009-10 season and 3.9 percent last season, when there were 23 out of a total of nearly 600 roles.
The 2008-09 season saw an increased representation of 2.6 percent.
Only five of the 19 gay and lesbian characters this season are nonwhite, GLAAD found.
Using information provided by ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and CW, the group reviewed 91 scripted series announced to air this season.
Among broadcast series with gay and bisexual characters, GLAAD cited CBS' "The Good Wife,...
- 9/28/2011
- by AP
- Huffington Post
September 28, 2011, Los Angeles, CA – The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) today released the 16th annual Where We Are On TV report, a comprehensive review of scripted Lgbt primetime characters in the 2011-2012 television season. After a significant increase last year, the number of regular lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (Lgbt) characters on broadcast networks experienced a decrease while the overall Lgbt character count remains steady on cable television. Complete results and report are available here: www.glaad.org/tvreport11. GLAAD uses these results with networks and industry leaders to discuss the state of Lgbt images and discuss ways to include more diverse Lgbt images. “While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers, such as Glee, True Blood and The Good Wife, weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show,” said GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson.
- 9/28/2011
- by THE DEADLINE TEAM
- Deadline TV
Filed under: TV News
The number of gay characters on broadcast TV shows is down, according to a new report from GLAAD. And in a surprising turn, Fox has become the most Lgbt-inclusive TV network, toppling ABC.
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance's "Where We Are on TV" report found that the overall number of Lgbt series regulars on scripted TV is down to 2.9 percent. It was at 3.9 percent during the 2010-2011 season.
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show," Mike Thompson, acting president of GLAAD Acting, said in a statement. "Whether it's the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on 'Modern Family' or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on 'Grey's Anatomy,...
The number of gay characters on broadcast TV shows is down, according to a new report from GLAAD. And in a surprising turn, Fox has become the most Lgbt-inclusive TV network, toppling ABC.
The Gay and Lesbian Alliance's "Where We Are on TV" report found that the overall number of Lgbt series regulars on scripted TV is down to 2.9 percent. It was at 3.9 percent during the 2010-2011 season.
"While the number of Lgbt characters is down, some of the most popular shows with critics and viewers such as 'Glee,' 'True Blood' and 'The Good Wife' weave storylines about gay and lesbian characters into the fabric of the show," Mike Thompson, acting president of GLAAD Acting, said in a statement. "Whether it's the growing household of Mitchell and Cameron on 'Modern Family' or the recent wedding of Callie and Arizona on 'Grey's Anatomy,...
- 9/28/2011
- by Chris Harnick
- Aol TV.
Sean Avery, who appeared in a PSA supporting marriage equality in New York this spring and who was publicly criticized by a sports agent for speaking out about legalizing gay marriage, was called a homophobic slur by Flyer Wayne Simmonds during the first period of their pre-season game on Monday.
In a video replay, Simmonds is seen hollering the insult Avery's way from the bench. "To be here now having to answer the questions about what he did is disappointing for me. I'm disappointed for him," Avery tells Espn.
He's not sure what he said beforehand that spurred Simmonds' hate. "Honestly, we were going back and forth for a while there," Simmonds said. "I don't recall everything that I did say to him but he said to me some things I didn't like and maybe I said some things that he didn't like. I can't recall every single word I said.
In a video replay, Simmonds is seen hollering the insult Avery's way from the bench. "To be here now having to answer the questions about what he did is disappointing for me. I'm disappointed for him," Avery tells Espn.
He's not sure what he said beforehand that spurred Simmonds' hate. "Honestly, we were going back and forth for a while there," Simmonds said. "I don't recall everything that I did say to him but he said to me some things I didn't like and maybe I said some things that he didn't like. I can't recall every single word I said.
- 9/28/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
As a perfectly coiffed political power couple, Justin Timberlake and Amanda Seyfried posed for photographer Michael Thompson in the October issue of W. In the glamorous spread, the In Time costars enact common political scenes ranging from winning elections to sex scandals. Qualified or not, Jt and Amanda can certainly dress the part.
In the Q&A cover story, Justin details how he chooses roles and professes his love for Andy Samberg. Amanda expresses her love for filming sex scenes and discusses what it was like to kiss Megan Fox in box office flop Jennifer’s Body. Seyfried dished:
I can’t believe nobody wanted to see Megan Fox and me hitting it. They had an extreme close-up of our tongues, and I’m telling you, the thing about the scene is that it’s actually really sexy… I think Megan and I kissed really well together. We have similar kissing styles and it worked.
In the Q&A cover story, Justin details how he chooses roles and professes his love for Andy Samberg. Amanda expresses her love for filming sex scenes and discusses what it was like to kiss Megan Fox in box office flop Jennifer’s Body. Seyfried dished:
I can’t believe nobody wanted to see Megan Fox and me hitting it. They had an extreme close-up of our tongues, and I’m telling you, the thing about the scene is that it’s actually really sexy… I think Megan and I kissed really well together. We have similar kissing styles and it worked.
- 9/13/2011
- by Lauren Deiman
- TheFabLife - Movies
Rancid Trailer. Alastair Orr‘s Rancid (2011) teaser trailer stars Brandan Auret, Michael Thompson, Craig Hawks, Ingeborg Riedmaier, and Ryan Macquet. Rancid‘s plot synopsis: “Four applicants, with their own hidden agendas, are accepted by a mysterious corporation to participate in a medical experiment at an isolated testing facility.
With no instructions and no supplies, the human lab rats must fend for themselves and figure out what part of the experiment each one is playing. When the corporation becomes aware that a pregnant intruder has infiltrated the facility, they send in armored guards to clean up the mess. However, loyalties are tested when the guards learn the truth about the experiments and begin to turn on the corporation. Hidden truths about the different players and why they all signed up for the tests are revealed as their situation becomes increasingly dire.”
This is one hell of a horror movie teaser trailer: money shots,...
With no instructions and no supplies, the human lab rats must fend for themselves and figure out what part of the experiment each one is playing. When the corporation becomes aware that a pregnant intruder has infiltrated the facility, they send in armored guards to clean up the mess. However, loyalties are tested when the guards learn the truth about the experiments and begin to turn on the corporation. Hidden truths about the different players and why they all signed up for the tests are revealed as their situation becomes increasingly dire.”
This is one hell of a horror movie teaser trailer: money shots,...
- 9/2/2011
- by filmbook
- Film-Book
Our pals at 28Dla have alerted us to a great looking new South African thriller called Rancid, about an evil corporation and their inhumane experiments on (perhaps not so) innocent people. Love stuff like that.
The film is written and directed by Alastair Orr and Jonathan Jordaan.
Synopsis:
Four applicants, with their own hidden agendas, are accepted by a mysterious corporation to participate in a medical experiment at an isolated testing facility.
With no instructions and no supplies, the human lab rats must fend for themselves and figure out what part of the experiment each one is playing. When the corporation becomes aware that a pregnant intruder has infiltrated the facility, they send in armored guards to clean up the mess. However, loyalties are tested when the guards learn the truth about the experiments and begin to turn on the corporation. Hidden truths about the different players and why they...
The film is written and directed by Alastair Orr and Jonathan Jordaan.
Synopsis:
Four applicants, with their own hidden agendas, are accepted by a mysterious corporation to participate in a medical experiment at an isolated testing facility.
With no instructions and no supplies, the human lab rats must fend for themselves and figure out what part of the experiment each one is playing. When the corporation becomes aware that a pregnant intruder has infiltrated the facility, they send in armored guards to clean up the mess. However, loyalties are tested when the guards learn the truth about the experiments and begin to turn on the corporation. Hidden truths about the different players and why they...
- 8/31/2011
- QuietEarth.us
Victoria Beckham looked fresh and natural on the cover of Allure's March issue, which is also its special 20th anniversary edition! She posed for photographer Michael Thompson for the accompanying spread - check out a behind-the-scenes video from the shoot! Victoria's been busy prepping her latest collection for Fashion Week, though now that her show is over she can get back to focusing on her husband and growing family. She opened up in the interview about just that, her work, and her home life. Here's more: On her home life: "Our house is a really happy house. There are kids running around and laughing and joking. I smile so much more than people would think." On being comfortable in her own skin: "For the first time, I feel like what you see is what you get. This is me: the more natural hair, the slightly more relaxed way of dressing.
- 2/15/2011
- by Lauren Turner
- Popsugar.com
Celebrity actress Jennifer Aniston graces pages of Allure magazine with teddy bear and not much else? – [Jan. 18] Celebrity actress and Friends star Jennifer Aniston is once again gracing the cover and pages of a leading magazine, and the star of Break-Up is once again baring more than her soul. Celebrity actress Jennifer Aniston has never been afraid to be a bit revealing in past magazine covers and pages, and has once again shown off the fabulous body in pink pajamas with a teddy bear as her companion on the pages of Allure magazine. The interview and photo shoot, due out on newsstands on Jan. 25, shows the 41-year-old Jennifer Aniston in several pictures baring almost all in pics orchestrated by photographer Michael Thompson. As revealed in the Huffington Post, celebrity actress Jennifer Aniston has never been modest with magazine covers before, showing off her famous derriere in a 1996 Rolling Stone magazine cover,...
- 1/19/2011
- by Doug Mead
- Green Celebrity
A constant news cycle of horrific bullying stories has some parents frequently intervening in their children's social lives, but they may be harming their kids in the process.
A mother picks her sixth-grade daughter, Cara, up from school. Cara looks upset. The mother asks what's wrong. Cara says her friend Annie was mean to her, calling her a "slut" and refusing to sit with her at lunch.
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The mother is not surprised. She has never liked Annie, or Annie's parents, the way they let their daughter wear skimpy clothes and buy whatever she wants regardless of price. She is also aware that bullying is a widespread national problem that, according to everything she hears and reads, requires prompt adult intervention. When she gets home, she calls the school principal and other mothers in her bucolic Massachusetts neighborhood to say that...
A mother picks her sixth-grade daughter, Cara, up from school. Cara looks upset. The mother asks what's wrong. Cara says her friend Annie was mean to her, calling her a "slut" and refusing to sit with her at lunch.
Related story on The Daily Beast: The Facebook Gaming Revolution
The mother is not surprised. She has never liked Annie, or Annie's parents, the way they let their daughter wear skimpy clothes and buy whatever she wants regardless of price. She is also aware that bullying is a widespread national problem that, according to everything she hears and reads, requires prompt adult intervention. When she gets home, she calls the school principal and other mothers in her bucolic Massachusetts neighborhood to say that...
- 12/2/2010
- by Lisa Wolfe
- The Daily Beast
Robert De Niro has been hit with a lawsuit for wrongful dismissal from the former manager of his New York estate. Michael Thompson has filed suit in Manhattan federal court, claiming De Niro promised him a "lengthy period of employment" before he took on the job in November 2007.
According to court documents obtained by the New York Post, Thompson claims he was fired after two years after one of De Niro's employees spread false allegations about him throughout the "domestic estate-management field", accusing him of missing shifts and taking bribes from vendors, costing him other work.
Members of the trust company that owns De Niro's 235-acre Ulster County estate in upstate New York have also been named in the suit, alleging breach of contract and defamation. Thompson is seeking unspecified damages in the case.
According to court documents obtained by the New York Post, Thompson claims he was fired after two years after one of De Niro's employees spread false allegations about him throughout the "domestic estate-management field", accusing him of missing shifts and taking bribes from vendors, costing him other work.
Members of the trust company that owns De Niro's 235-acre Ulster County estate in upstate New York have also been named in the suit, alleging breach of contract and defamation. Thompson is seeking unspecified damages in the case.
- 9/10/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Robert De Niro has been hit with a lawsuit for wrongful dismissal from the former manager of his New York estate.
Michael Thompson has filed suit in Manhattan federal court, claiming De Niro promised him a "lengthy period of employment" before he took on the job in November 2007.
According to court documents obtained by the New York Post, Thompson claims he was fired after two years after one of De Niro's employees spread false allegations about him throughout the "domestic estate-management field", accusing him of missing shifts and taking bribes from vendors, costing him other work.
Members of the trust company that owns De Niro's 235-acre Ulster County estate in upstate New York have also been named in the suit, alleging breach of contract and defamation.
Thompson is seeking unspecified damages in the case.
Michael Thompson has filed suit in Manhattan federal court, claiming De Niro promised him a "lengthy period of employment" before he took on the job in November 2007.
According to court documents obtained by the New York Post, Thompson claims he was fired after two years after one of De Niro's employees spread false allegations about him throughout the "domestic estate-management field", accusing him of missing shifts and taking bribes from vendors, costing him other work.
Members of the trust company that owns De Niro's 235-acre Ulster County estate in upstate New York have also been named in the suit, alleging breach of contract and defamation.
Thompson is seeking unspecified damages in the case.
- 9/9/2010
- WENN
Christina Aguilera has once gain posed naked for the cover of German GQ magazine. In the newly-revealed cover, the 29-year-old singer, who recently premiered her new music video "Not Myself Tonight", was seen embracing vamp beauty.
For the cover of the magazine's June edition, the "Lady Marmalade" singer had her body covered with nothing but gloves and pair of thigh-high Christian Louboutin boots. She placed her right hand in her chest, covering her breasts and the other hand clung to the wall.
The raunchy shoot, which was photographed by a noted fashion photographer Alix Malka, is reportedly part the art work for her upcoming album "Bionic". The album itself will hit U.S. shelves on June 8.
Christina Aguilera has previously bared all for GQ magazine in 2006 for its May issue. In the 2006 photo shoots captured by Michael Thompson, the mother of one was seen posting seductively on her birthday suit on a white-sheet bed.
For the cover of the magazine's June edition, the "Lady Marmalade" singer had her body covered with nothing but gloves and pair of thigh-high Christian Louboutin boots. She placed her right hand in her chest, covering her breasts and the other hand clung to the wall.
The raunchy shoot, which was photographed by a noted fashion photographer Alix Malka, is reportedly part the art work for her upcoming album "Bionic". The album itself will hit U.S. shelves on June 8.
Christina Aguilera has previously bared all for GQ magazine in 2006 for its May issue. In the 2006 photo shoots captured by Michael Thompson, the mother of one was seen posting seductively on her birthday suit on a white-sheet bed.
- 5/12/2010
- by celebrity-mania.com
- Celebrity Mania
Under the headline "The Naked Truth", Allure presents Hollywood women in their birth costume. Some found the photo shoot comfortable but some thought it was dreading. Kara DioGuardi, for one, is enjoying the concept. "This shoot was less about beauty than about taking a risk and showing people a side of me they never have seen," said the "American Idol" judge.
Meanwhile, for Colbie Caillat, it's not something inside her comfort zone. The magazine noted "Caillat was nervous about this shoot. She brought a bottle of wine in case she needed liquid courage (she didn't, in the end) and stayed covered till the last second: She wore flesh-tone underwear until she was positioned." The singer feared her younger fans would think she was changing.
Another hot babe in the naked photo spread shot by Norman Jean Roy and Michael Thompson among others is Emmanuelle Chriqui. She has one thing in mind.
Meanwhile, for Colbie Caillat, it's not something inside her comfort zone. The magazine noted "Caillat was nervous about this shoot. She brought a bottle of wine in case she needed liquid courage (she didn't, in the end) and stayed covered till the last second: She wore flesh-tone underwear until she was positioned." The singer feared her younger fans would think she was changing.
Another hot babe in the naked photo spread shot by Norman Jean Roy and Michael Thompson among others is Emmanuelle Chriqui. She has one thing in mind.
- 4/14/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
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