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March 19, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags ABC, Bush, Decision Points, Eddie Cibrian, Freddie Prinze Jr., heath ledger, LeeAnn Rimes, Lifetime, Natasha Richardson, obama on March 19, 2009 by sizzlemaker

How can you resist this?!

Natasha Richardson: Unfortunately, official word has come. The 45-year-old actress passed away late yesterday. Take a moment to check out some of her best film roles.

LeAnn Rimes: If you ask US Weekly, the married Rimes is having an affair with her Lifetime miniseries married co-star, Eddie Cibrian. Cibrian is flat-out denying it while Rimes wrote a crpytic message to fans on her official site.

Obama: Will people start to like him less if he keeps interrupting your TV programming? Because apparently that’s the plan…

Bush: It was inevitable. He’s writing a memoir. It might be called “Decision Points.” Can’t wait to see what the REAL title will be!

Freddie Prinze Jr.: Here’s hoping the success of the superhero trend can transfer to the small screen. Prinze signed on to play one in a new ABC show called “No Heroics.” We’ve missed his pretty face!

SIZZLED OUT: Heath Ledger

STILL SIZZLING: This rapper/R & B star, known as well as for his ego as for his music, was charged with 3 misdemeanors yesterday following an incident with the paparazzi.

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March 18, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags American Idol, Bruno Tonioli, dwts, Entertainment Weekly, Facebook, Madonna, Natasha Richardson, Rihanna, SciFi, SyFy, The Daily Beast, Twitter on March 18, 2009 by sizzlemaker

She has greatest hits, but some forgettable looks!

Rihanna: One of the columnists at Entertainment Weekly wrote a great column on how people are mistaken for thinking Rihanna is a role model. Memo to the world: being a pop singer doesn’t make you qualified to set examples for kids!

American Idol: Rumor has it that the producers already “picked” the final four. The show’s response? “No comment.” Wouldn’t be the first time they’ve been accused of rigging the voting. Definitely won’t be the last.

DWTS: There’s a ton of so-called professional post-show bloggers out there, but for an inside source, check out judge Bruno Tonioli’s over at The Daily Beast.

Madonna: Working on a greatest hits album to be released in the fall. Will likely include new songs as well. Does this woman ever stop?!

Natasha Richardson: With so many conflicting stories out there, we’re not going to link to anything. Some say she’s brain dead. Others say she was talking fine after the accident. Let’s stop speculating and just wait for an official comment!

Facebook: As hardcore Twitter users (follow us at @sizzlemaker!), we simultaneously annoyed and pleased by Facebook’s recent changes. Most people, it seems, are just upset because they can be. No one likes change, do they?

SIZZLED OUT: SciFi (becoming SyFy)

STILL SIZZLING: This late actor, best known for his filmwork, directed two soon-to-be-released music videos before his unexpected death.

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March 17, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 50 Cent, Andy Samberg, DJ AM, Don Imus, Dwayne Johnson, Fall Out Boy, Interview Magazine, Jay Leno, Lindsay Lohan, MTV, MTV Movie Awards, Natasha Richardson, obama, The Parent Trap, The Rock, The Tonight Show, Travis Barker, Vanessa Hudgens, zac efron on March 17, 2009 by sizzlemaker

At least he LOOKS funny!

Natasha Richardson: In critical condition after a skiing accident. Our favorite Natasha movie: The Parent Trap! (Yes, the one with Lindsay Lohan. Don’t judge!)

Obama: Going on The Tonight Show Thursday for the first time since he became president. Good way to reach the masses or not the place for a head-of-state?

Zac Efron: Took some VERY scandalous photos for Interview Magazine. What did Vanessa have to say about this?!

DJ AM: Seeking $20 million in damages for injuries, physical and otherwise, in the September plane crash with Travis Barker. Can’t say we blame him but throwing money at a problem doesn’t exactly fix it.

Don Imus: The controversial but very successful radio talk show host announced yesterday that he has prostate cancer. Ironically, he’s spent a great deal of his life working with cancer patients, especially children.

Fall Out Boy: Bringing 50 Cent on tour with them. Something tells us they don’t quite appeal to exactly the same audience…

MTV: Tapped Andy Samberg to host May’s movie awards. Not necessarily a bad choice but we never really found his style of funny, well, funny.

SIZZLED OUT: Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson

STILL SIZZLING: This niche channel is changing its name–ever so slightly–in hopes that’ll become “less geeky.” Yeah, good luck with that!

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March 16, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Anna Chlumsky, ANTN, CBS, Charlie Sheen, Gawker, gossip girl, Heathers, Josh Schwartz, Lindsay Lohan, My Girl, My Girl 2, New York, Nick. Jr, Nickelodeon, Noggin, Rockville CA, TeeNick, The N, the o.c., Twitter on March 16, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Girl Becomes Woman

ANTM: Video of the so-called stampede at this weekend’s New York audition left us speechless. Can you imagine that many people running–in heels?!

Lindsay Lohan: First there was an arrest warrant. Then there was a misunderstanding. Is anything ever straight forward with this girl? (Insert your own bisexual joke here.)

Lindsay Lohan Pt. 2: Gawker has supposedly exposed her Twitter account. Interesting to read in light of the above.

Charlie Sheen: Named his twin boys Max and Bob. That’s it? Really? Sure you’re a celeb, Charlie?

Josh Schwartz: The mastermind behind The O.C. and Gossip Girl has developed a web-only series called Rockville CA. If his track record is any indication, it’ll probably be underappreciated amazingness.

Nickelodeon: Say goodbye to The N and hello to TeeNick. And if you have youngins, Noggin will change to Nick Jr. Maybe rebranding will help it kick some Disney butt?

Anna Chlumsky: Don’t recognize the name? Then maybe you’ve forgotten the awesomeness that was My Girl and My Girl 2. Chlumsky is returning to the airwaves via a CBS pilot. It’s still the year of the comeback, isn’t it?

Sizzlemaker: Working on a new Twitter-related project. Get excited!

SIZZLED OUT: Heathers

STILL SIZZLING: This buff actor, who is trying to change his image with a series of kid-friendly films, admitted he took steroids in college.

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March 13, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 9/11, 90s, American Idol, Animayer, Ashton Kutcher, CBS, Chris Brown, Demi Moore, DJ AM, Facebook, Jennifer Aniston, John Mayer, Jossip, Mark Zuckerberg, Mean Girls, Newsday, OK! Magazine, Oprah, Qik, Rihanna, Shiloh, Suri, Travis Barker on March 13, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Suri and Shiloh: NOT ACTUALLY TOGETHER!

Rihanna: If you record a song with your alleged abuser is it guaranteed to fail? Or will curiosity lead to mega success? Time will tell…

AniMayer: No more? No more?! Really? That’s what everyone is reporting. Is the split for good this time?

American Idol: Is the new veto rule giving the judges too much power? Newsday sure is arguing against it. Given past shocking and potentially unfair ousters, we’re on board.

CBS: Planning a fall pilot about a man who resurfaces after allegedly disappearing on 9/11. Not sure the country is ready for something like this…

OK! Magazine: We like to think our readers are smarter than this but just to be sure: do not believe the cover photo seen above! Totally photoshopped!

Demi Moore: Might be taking the whole new media trend a little too far. Who’s gonna tell her she and Ashton are acting more like mother and son??

Mark Zuckerberg: The Facebook founder is making his Oprah debut today! We predict a huge drop in ratings. What moms will want to see hear what he has to say?

Jossip: Makes the argument that pop culture is returning to the 90s. We can’t complain. It was a good decade!

SIZZLED OUT: Travis Barker and DJ AM

STILL SIZZLING: This 1980s version of Mean Girls could get the Broadway treatment.

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March 12, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Bristol Palin, Chris Brown, Kids Choice Awards, Larry King Live, Mandy Moore, MTV, Nickelodeon, Patrick Swayze, Paul McCartney, PEOPLE, Reality TV, Ryan Adams, Sarah Palin, Time on March 12, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Would you pay to read this online?

Chris Brown: Though Nickelodeon backed his nomination, Chris Brown has voluntarily removed himself from consideration in the Kids Choice Awards. Voluntarily or secretly forced to? Public (and private) pressure can be a very powerful thing.

PEOPLE: Its website, along with that of TIME, could go subscription-only in the relatively near future. Readership would probably plummet, though, as you can get practically same information on a ton of other sites. Would it be as accurate? Probably not. Sigh.

Patrick Swayze: Sad that as he tries to move forward with his life, the actor has to keep debunking rumors that he’s near death. Tabloid “journalism” at its worst.

Mandy Moore: That was a quick engagement! Less than a month after confirming their plans to wed, Moore and Ryan Adams tied the knot. That’s some carpe diem for ya!

MTV: Forget reality TV. The one-time music network is ushering in a new style: the scripted comedy. Can’t see any of the proposed shows lasting, though.

Bristol Palin: Multiple sources are reporting that Sarah Palin’s eldest daughter and her babydaddy have split. Sad, but it didn’t have a good chance of lasting anyway. Sure the media will a field day with it, though.

SIZZLED OUT: Paul McCartney

STILL SIZZLING: These two musically-inclined friends will go on Larry King Live tonight to recount their near-death experience.

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March 11, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Adam Sandler, American Idol, Barbie, Carrie Underwood, Chris Brown, Conan O'Brien, Detroit, dwts, Jay Leno, K-Rock, Kelly Clarkson, Kids Choice Awards, Metallica, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Miley Cyrus, New York, Newsday, Opie and Anthony, Power Rangers, Reality TV, The Bachelor, Tina Fey, Top 40 on March 11, 2009 by sizzlemaker

A far cry from today's Barbie!

Chris Brown: Even though critics have urged Nickelodeon to revoke his Kids Choice Awards nominations, the network says the competition and voting will proceed as planned. Wrong message to send to kids or what does one have to do with the other? We’re very torn.

DWTS: Newsday is a bit “incredulous” that The Bachelor’s Melissa performed so well the other night despite being asked to join the competition last minute. The article makes some interesting points but who really expects truth in reality television anymore?

Kelly Clarkson: Idol’s first winner admits she’s never fallen in love. How is that possible when little Miley Cyrus says she has dozens of times?

Jay Leno: Doing a free stand-up concert in Detroit for the unemployed. Says Leno: “Who’s got money for entertainment these days?” So true, Jay. So true.

Conan O’Brien: Leno’s replacement is getting some funny endorsements from Tina Fey, Adam Sandler and other big-name stars. Curious to see if the ratings stunt pays off when his new show premieres in June. Still a long way off.

K-Rock: Rock and roll isn’t here to stay if you live in New York. Later today, the radio station is changing to the Top 40 genre. That means no more Metallica and no more shock jocks Opie and Anthony. The station’s previous switch from rock to talk radio failed and the company offered fans a mea culpa. Maybe second time’s charm?

Barbie: Horrible narration aside, this video provides an interesting look at how Barbie has changed over the years. Kind of made us want to go digging through our collection!

Power Rangers: Not sure if this should make us feel old or young, but the classic children’s series will no longer make new episodes. Probably a good thing since every season after the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers sucked. That’s right–we said it.

SIZZLED OUT: Carrie Underwood

STILL SIZZLING: Tickets to this Brit’s concert sold out in just 7 seconds. Imagine what it would’ve been like if computer sales existed back in his group’s heyday!

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March 10, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags ABC Family, Barbara Walters, Chris Brown, Disney, Gilmore Girls, Harvey Levin, jimmy kimmel, Los Angeles Times, Oprah, Prince Charming, Rihanna, Rosie O'Donnell, sarah silverman, Sleeping Beauty, SoapNet, The View, TMZ, Tyra Banks, Vanessa Hudgens, zac efron on March 10, 2009 by sizzlemaker

Prince Charming and his Sleeping Beauty. All together now: awwwwwwww!

Zac Efron: Completely in love with the above picture of him and Vanessa Hudgens. Very fitting that two of Disney’s biggest stars recreated a major fictional Disney couple for this portrait. Just beautiful!

The View: In his first-ever appearance on the show, Jimmy Kimmel thought it’d be funny to come out dressed as former co-host Rosie O’Donnell. Clever but we all know there doesn’t need to be any more fuel added to that fire. Wonder if Ro will respond on her blog?

The View Pt. 2: But Babs, in an interview with the Los Angeles Times, insists she “can never be mad at Rosie.” Again, wonder if Ro will respond on her blog?

Oprah: Doing a special show this Thursday, alongside Tyra Banks, “dedicated to all the Rihannas of the world.” Again, should fuel be added to this particular (and personal–as in, just between Rihanna and Chris Brown) fire–or is this a great way to give a very important topic (domestic violence) some much-needed exposure?

TMZ: Head honco Harvey Levin wholeheartedly believes (as if we couldn’t tell this already) that the mainstream media should be covering Rihanna/Chris Brown even more. Levin, meet Oprah.

Gilmore Girls: If watching it on ABC Family isn’t enough, the entire series is also coming to SOAPNet, one of our favorite channels!

SIZZLED OUT: Sarah Silverman and Jimmy Kimmel

STILL SIZZLING: She’s no longer an Idol contestant, but get used to hearing this gal’s voice during every elimination episode.

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March 9, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags American Idol, Ashlee Simpson, Ashton Kutcher, CSI, Dakota Fanning, Demi Moore, dwts, Melrose Place, Mrs. Kutcher, Nancy O'Dell, New Moon, The Bachelor, TiVo, twilight, Twitter, Vince Vaughn on March 9, 2009 by sizzlemaker

No reason for this picture other than that this post needed a little male-ness.

DWTS: Guess something good can come from being dumped on national television. Melissa, now that she’s done with The Bachelor (in more ways than one) is rumored to be replacing Nancy O’Dell. Guess we’ll find out when the season premieres tonight!

Ashlee Simpson: As if CSI wasn’t bad enough, Simpson is taking her acting skills over to the Melrose Place remake. Is the show doomed now? Or was it already?

Dakota Fanning: Officially joined the Twilight sequel, New Moon. Guess her pale skin is an asset, then?

Demi Moore: Thank god for Twitter! Otherwise we wouldn’t know Mrs. Kutcher fights with her TiVo and watches American Idol like the rest of us!

SIZZLED OUT: Vince Vaughn

STILL SIZZLING: It’s just not funny anymore. This TV twosome called it quits…again.

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March 6, 2009

Posted in Uncategorized with tags AIDS, Ashlee Simpson, Chris Brown, CSI, Curb Your Enthusiasm, dwts, HBO, Jerry Seinfeld, Jewel, Michael Jackson, MTV, Nancy O'Dell, Pedro, PEOPLE, Pete Wentz, Rihanna, Robin Williams, Seinfeld, Sherri Shepherd, The Bachelor, The Real World, The View, Wacko Jacko on March 6, 2009 by sizzlemaker

A thriller of a press conference?

Chris Brown: Charged yesterday with two felonies but got the arraignment postponed until April, so no plea was entered. The attorney on Rihanna’s behalf said she did not wish to prohibit contact between the two.

Chris Brown Pt. 2: Jossip is one of the first outlets we’ve seen do a piece on how Brown’s being treated unfairly/inaccurately by the media. Totally agree!

The Bachelor: Change of heart or betrayal? Those the are words PEOPLE is floating around in their new cover story. Should be a big seller, no?

DWTS: The new season hasn’t even officially started yet and already there’s drama! Both Jewel, who was injured last week, and the now-injured Nancy O’Dell have dropped out of the competition! Supposedly their replacements won’t be announced until the premiere Monday but we imagine it’ll leak before then!

Ashlee Simpson: PEOPLE has a clip of her CSI guest-appearance alongside hubby Pete Wentz and it ain’t pretty. With no effort made to change their looks, it’s hard to believe these two are playing any character other than themselves.

Michael Jackson: So he’s planning a comeback/farewell tour (yeah, we don’t get it either) but all signs point to the fact that Jacko is still wacko. He’s not even playing in the States!

Robin Williams: At 57 years young, the actor-comedian will have heart valve replacement surgery. If only laughter truly was the best medicine!

Seinfeld: It’s a yada yada yada reunion! Jerry Seinfeld and co will appear on HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm, their first joint TV gig in more than a decade!

The Real World: This is probably the best thing to come out of the show in years. MTV made a biopic based on Pedro, the season one three cast member who struggled with–and eventually died from–AIDS.

SIZZLED OUT: Sherri Shepherd (The View)

STILL SIZZLING: This funny man recently got engaged. Think anyone will crash his wedding?

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