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April 14, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Adam Lambert, American Idol, GQ, I Love Lucy, Katy Perry, mel gibson, New York Times, Phil Spector, Reality TV, Vanessa Hudgens, Wheel of Fortune, zac efron on April 14, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Will he get America's vote?

American Idol: The New York Times wrote the best piece we’ve seen yet exploring the possibility that the show might end up with its first gay Idol–Adam Lambert. The world can definitely handle that, no?

Phil Spector: In trial number two, the former go-to music producer was convicted of second degree murder. He and his wacky hair will undoubtedly face jail time when he’s sentenced in May.

Mel Gibson: News that his wife filed for divorce isn’t that surprising. What is is that they’ve been separated for three years. Pretty sure they both vacationed with Britney last spring, though. Maybe we’re wrong?

Zac Efron: Probably doesn’t realize it yet but he put his foot in his mouth twice in one interview with GQ. First Efron slammed celebs who drink and hook up publicly, then he vowed not to get married til 30, “if ever.” And how does Vanessa feel about that?

Reality TV: Here’s a short, interesting piece on lawsuits that result from reality shows. Considering the lengthy contract we signed for Wheel of Fortune (and that was just a little game show!), we’re surprised suits like these are even possible!

SIZZLED OUT: Katy Perry

STILL SIZZLING: This network is planning an “anti-makeover” reality show. Instead of figuring out what that means, can’t they just go back to I Love Lucy repeats?

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April 13, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, Beyonce, Eminem, Fast & Furious, HSM, Jay-Z, Laci Peterson, MTV, MTV Movie Awards, obama, PEOPLE, RENT, Rihanna, Scott Peterson, SNL, The Washington Post, Twitter, Walt Disney, zac efron on April 13, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Just needed to add some females to this post!

Zac Efron: Absolutely loved the HSM skit he did on SNL this weekend. Except for the anti-Semitic Walt Disney. That part wasn’t necessary.

Eminem: Will be performing at the MTV Movie Awards, according to MTV’s Twitter acount.

Fast & Furious: After the record-breaking success (really!) of the franchise’s fourth installment, they’re now planning a fifth one! Don’t think anyone expected this!

Obama: Love that the identity of his dog can’t even stay secret! The news was leaked by an anonymous site before The Washington Post, given rights to the story, could report it.

RENT: We had the opportunity to see our favorite musical this weekend for the sixth time! What made this performance so special? It starred Anthony Rapp and Adam Pascal back in the roles they originated more than 10 years ago. And they were as amazing as ever!

Scott Peterson: Always was and always will be fascinated by the Laci/Scott Peterson case. Really glad to PEOPLE did an update on the story.

SIZZLED OUT: Beyonce and Jay-Z

STILL SIZZLING: This singer praised her Rihanna for being a “cool chick.” Did she kiss her, too?

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April 10, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Ben Silverman, Bruce Springsteen, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Freddie Prinze Jr., Los Angeles Times, nbc, Parade, Prison Break, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Southland on April 10, 2009 by sizzlemaker

They're having a baby!

Prison Break: Finally returning next week with its last batch of episodes but with a new air day: Fridays. Great, now the ratings will decrease even more!

Sarah Michelle Gellar: She’s been MIA for a while and now we know why: she was babymaking! The Buffy the Vampire Slayer star (and wife of Freddie Prinze Jr.) is expecting her first child. Congrats to her!

NBC: There’s a comprehensive look at the Peacock network’s failures (and limited successes) under much maligned head, Ben Silverman. How does this guy still have a job?!

Los Angeles Times: Well, NBC did accomplish something: got Cali’s biggest newspaper to run a front-page ad for new series Southland. And not just any ad, one that looks exactly like an article. Yes, journalism ethics have been thrown out the window.

Parade: The weekly mag compiled their annual list of celebrity salaries and, needless to say, it’s quite interesting. Makes you wonder if there really is a recession going on.

SIZZLED OUT: Bruce Springsteen

STILL SIZZLING: This musicially-inclined couple brought in a whopping $162 million last year. You can put a lot of rings on it with that!

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April 9, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 17 Again, ABC, Bob Saget, Dirty Sexy Money, Eli Stone, Full House, Funny or Die, Hugh Jackman, Jett Travolta, John Travolta, Oprah, PEOPLE, Pushing Daisies, Surviving Suburbia, Wolverine, zac efron on April 9, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Yes, Hugh Jackman is this mad!

John Travolta: Three months have passed since his son Jett died. PEOPLE is marking the bitter anniversary with a cover story on how the Travoltas are doing.

Zac Efron: His first Funny or Die video launched yesterday and, well, we didn’t find it funny at all. Maybe Zac just can’t do comedy? We’re eager to see 17 Again. Then we’ll decide.

Hugh Jackman: Quite peeved that early versions of Wolverine hit the internet and we don’t blame him. But, to be honest, though, it probably won’t hurt the box office–or his paycheck–all that much.

Oprah: See, she CAN have a negative effect! Innocent people across the country are being duped by fake e-mails suggesting O might give them a million dollars. Oh, how we wish it were true!

Pushing Daisies: How’s this for bittersweet: the show is still canceled but ABC will at least air the remaining episodes this summer, along with what’s left of Eli Stone and Dirty Sexy Money. Guess it’s better than never knowing what was going to happen?

SIZZLED OUT: Bob Saget (Full House, Surviving Suburbia)

STILL SIZZLING: This singer whose career longevity is only matched by that of his rock-solid marriage was just named in someone else’s divorce suit!

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April 8, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 2016 Olympics, Beverly Hills 90210, Chicago, Dorothy Gale, Eminem, Lindsay Lohan, MySpace, obama, Oprah, Samantha Ronson, Survivor, The Simpsons, The Wiz, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked on April 8, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Meet Dorothy Gale

Sizzle: We’re back. We know you missed us. You can calm down now.

Lindsay Lohan: Her relationship with Samantha Ronson has never been anything less than bizarre. Even though the restraining order reports are false, we wouldn’t be surprised in the least if either girl sought one.

Eminem: No better way to launch a comeback than to release a song and video taking potshots at practically everyone in the tabloids. That’s Eminem for ya.

The Simpsons: MySpace is running a contest inviting fans to film their own couch gag. Could see record participation for this one, we think.

Beverly Hills 90210: More than 10 years after it originally aired, season seven was released on DVD yesterday. Who wants to bet that after all 10 seasons are done, they’ll make a complete series boxset and entice us to shell out even more money?

Oprah: Now that she’s done campaigning for Obama, O has turned her sights to the 2016 Olympics which, if she has her way, will be in our hometown of Chicago. Honestly not sure if we want the Olympics here, so we can’t say whether the Oprah effect will be good or bad.

The Wizard of Oz: Getting a modern-day treatment for a new televisions series to be called Dorothy Gale. Can’t see it having the same charm as the original, though. To be fair, other Oz spin-offs (The Wiz, Wicked, etc.) have done quite well so this one might see some success, too.

SIZZLED OUT: Survivor

STILL SIZZLING: This one-time iconic sitcom dad–who is best known in real life for his foul comedy–returned to TV this week in another father role.

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Sizzle is on Hiatus

Posted in Uncategorized on March 29, 2009 by sizzlemaker

SIZZLE will be on hiatus until Wednesday, April 8th.

Please check back with us then for new posts.

We appreciate your patience and understanding

And don’t forget about us–because when the media sizzles, you’ll find it here!

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March 25, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Animal Kingdom, Epcot, Facebook, Josh Groban, Katy Perry, Lindsay Lohan, MGM, Roseanne, Samantha Ronson, Universal Studios on March 25, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Lindsay wants the media to leave her and Sam alone. Pictures like this will not help.

Katy Perry: Don’t believe reports that she’s dating Josh Groban. The duo (clearly opposites!) are not together, says his rep.

Lindsay Lohan: Upset that people keep speculating on her relationship with Samantha Ronson. Can’t say we blame her, but she has to understand by now that all this comes with being a “famous” person.

Facebook: Finally responding to “thousands” of messages from outraged users.

Sizzle: Posting may be sporadic and shortened in the coming days due to personal circumstances. We appreciate your understanding.

SIZZLED OUT: Roseanne

STILL SIZZLING: A theatrical version of this reality show will debut at various theme parks this summer. Not sure where it belongs, though. Epcot? Animal Kingdom? MGM? Universial Studios? It could fit in so many places!

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March 24, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags American Idol, Ashton Kutcher, Calista Flockhard, Ciara, David Cook, David Letterman, dwts, Facebook, Harrison Ford, Jessica Biel, Jossip, JT, Justin Timberlake, Lance Armstrong, MySpace, The Last Show, TwitPics on March 24, 2009 by sizzlemaker

A screencap from JT and Ciara's scandalous new video

American Idol: It’s hard out there for an Idol, especially if you’re David Cook. The reigning champ took to his MySpace blog to call out aggressive fans. Warns Cook: “preventative measures” may be taken if their behavior doesn’t stop.

DWTS: We always wondered what the celeb contestants got for their participation. We hoped and assumed it was a donation to their favorite charity but apparently that’s not the case. Instead they get paid upwards of $200,000!

Justin Timberlake: Wonder how Jessica Biel feels about JT’s sexy appearance in Ciara’s new music video. You can say it’s acting and just business, but we know we wouldn’t be okay with this!

David Letterman: The Late Show host is just the latest entertainer to get married recently. Dave announced last night that he wed his longtime girlfriend and babymama. Glad to hear there’ll be one more happy families around!

Lance Armstrong: In the midst of a cycling comeback, Armstrong has broken his collarbone. Let’s wish the cyclist and father-to-be (again) a speedy recovery.

Facebook: Still getting slammed for the recent redesign but has said nothing to appease users. This can’t end well, can it?

Jossip: Redesigned again! At least they’ve re-posted a slew of Ashton Kutcher’s TwitPics.

SIZZLED OUT: Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart

STILL SIZZLING: This actress-comedian is working to recapture the magic of the 90s as she develops another sitcom.

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March 23, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Ashton Kutcher, Bruce Willis, Dane Cook, Demi Moore, Ellen DeGeneres, Jade Goody, Michelle Obama, Oprah, Reality TV, The View, TV Guide, TVGuide.com, Whoopi Goldberg on March 23, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Jade Goody (1981-2009)

Jade Goody: The British reality TV star passed away yesterday after battling cancer for less than a year. Too sad for words.

Oprah: The big O rarely shares the cover of her magazine, but might be starting a new trend. After featuring Michelle Obama on the April cover, Oprah will share another one with Ellen DeGeneres.

Bruce Willis: Got married this weekend–with ex-wife Demi Moore and her (hotter and younger) hubby Ashton Kutcher in attendance! Love that some split families do actually get along!

TV Guide: Back with its own Web site now that they’re no longer affiliated with the still-running TVGuide.com. This will be quite confusing!

Whoopi Goldberg: Speaking of TV Guide the magazine, Goldberg lashed out at them on an episode of The View last week for writing an unflattering piece on her style of dress. Love when Whoopi gets feisty!

SIZZLED OUT: Dane Cook

STILL SIZZLING: This couple, 22 years apart in age, got engaged recently after more than 7 years of dating.

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March 20, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Behind the Music, Bones, Cannes Film Festival, Chris Brown, David Broeanaz, Family Guy, Good Morning America, Jay Leno, Jennifer Lopez, Kanye West, Lil' Wayne, obama, Pixar, Rihana, Scott Weiland, Stewie, The New York Times, The Tonight Show, Twitter, Up, Vanity Fair, VH1, Wall-E, West Side Story on March 20, 2009 by sizzlemaker

The latest example of Pixar genius

Chris Brown: The New York Times has a really interesting piece exploring why teens might be siding with him in the Rihanna case. The court of law may decide his legal fate, but these kids get to decide whether to make or break his career.

Jennifer Lopez: Joined (ironically?) by a bunch of young C-list stars in a West Side Story photo spread in Vanity Fair.

Obama: Made some good quips with Jay Leno last night, but do people want a president that’s funny and taking time out for late-night appearances? Or does that make him seem more “real”?

Family Guy: Here’s a nomination for weirdest cross-over in TV history. Stewie will interact with David Boreanaz’s character on an upcoming episode of Bones.

VH1: Bringing back one of their old staples, Behind the Music. Which is interesting considering they don’t seem to do much with music these days. So far only Lil’ Wayne and Scott Weiland have been announced as the biography series’ subjects.

Pixar: The creators of Wall-E will have the honor of opening the prestegious Cannes Film Festival with their newest film, Up. With their track record, it’s bound to be a hit.

Twitter: The staff at Good Morning America is so happy about their Twitter use that they released a statement saying how they more followers than competing news programs. ‘Cause, you know, that’s what’s most important.

SIZZLED OUT: Kanye West

STILL SIZZLING: This comedian isn’t laughing now that he watched his own brother be indicted for stealing his money.

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