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January 5, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags American Idol, Charlie O'Connell, Facebook, gossip girl, Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jerry O'Connell, Josh Groban, Julie Benz, Lance Bass, Men's Vogue, Michelle Trachtenberg, New York Times, NYT, obama, One Tree Hill, One Tree Hill Blog, OTH, People's Choice Awards, Perez Hilton, Rebecca Romijn, Sizzle, The Bachelor, The Media is Dying, Twitter on January 5, 2009 by sizzlemaker

The new parents are keeping it in the family!

Gossip Girl: Back from its winter hiatus tonight! And so is One Tree Hill! We couldn’t be happier!

Jennifer Love Hewitt: Before the holidays she was engaged. After the holidays she’s single. That time of the year can be hard on all of us, we tell ya.

Rebecca Romijn: Gave birth to twin girls last week, one of which is named Charlie…as in Jerry O’Connell’s brother Charlie. Awkward?

Jennifer Hudson: Contrary to rumors, she won’t be performing at Obama’s inauguration. Wonder when she’ll get back out there? Not that we can blame her…

The Bachelor: As we said in November, we’re very interested in seeing what happens this season, which premieres tonight. A single dad going on a dating show? So not fair to the kid.

NYT: Credits “superheroes” with saving the film industry in 2008.

NYT Pt. 2: Unfortunately for them, their own industry has yet to be saved. More evidence of how bad things are: the newspaper will now have ads on its front page–a very non-traditional move.

Men’s Vogue: Going from a previously announced 2 issues a year to…none, according to The Media is Dying.

Perez Hilton: Expect to see him everywhere this week hawking his new book. Groan.

Facebook: Celebs with legit profiles include Lance Bass, Julie Benz and Josh Groban, but good luck finding them!

Twitter: That nasty virus is still going around and led to the hacking of some celeb accounts. Guess that helps this article which advocates banning them altogether! Maybe they should join Facebook?

Sizzle: Check out the shout-out we got on the One Tree Hill Blog!

SIZZLED OUT: Georgina (Michelle Trachtenberg), Gossip Girl

STILL SIZZLING: This former Idol was voted favorite star under 35, a new category for the People’s Choice Awards.

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December 16, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Brandon Lee, Facebook, gossip girl, Guy Ritchie, Jack Black, Madonna, Mark Schwahn, Matt Lauer, Melrose Place, One Tree Hill, OTH, Prison Break, Rachael Ray, Superbowl, terminator, The Crow, The Office, Tom Cruise on December 16, 2008 by sizzlemaker

We admit it: this totally turns us on!

Tom Cruise: Admits he was “arrogant” in his infamous Matt Lauer interview. We forgave him a long time ago, but we know we’re in the minority.

Madonna: Will pay Guy Ritchie between $72 and $96 million. Well, which is it? There’s a big difference between the two!

OTH: Hmmmm. Supposedly even with a Melrose remake, One Tree Hill could get a seventh season–with Schwahn! We’ll keep our fingers crossed.

Gossip Girl: The book series’ author hates the way the show depicts Aaron, Serena’s new beau. Considering he gives us the creeps, we completely agree!

Prison Break: We watch and we watch and we’re still confused. Totally frustrating.

Rachael Ray: If you looked forward to the chatterbox having no voice for several weeks, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Surgery has been called off for now, as a new treatment for her sore vocal chords seems to be working.

The Crow: One of our favorite cult movies is being remade! But we really can’t see anyone but the late Brandon Lee playing the lead! Lee was killed during film when a real bullet accidentally dislodged from a prop gun. So sad.

The Office: Here’s one more reason to watch the post-Superbowl episode: Jack Black will be on it!

Facebook: Decreased in value by more than $15 billion! What do you think it’s worth?

SIZZLED OUT: Terminator

STILL SIZZLING: This athlete was just kicked off his team–more fallout from trash-talking a rival and former actress-girlfriend.

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December 15, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 27 Dresses, Barnes and Noble, Bush, Chicago Tribune, Christian Bale, David Paterson, Facebook, FBI, Gawker, George W. Bush, Jesse McCartney, Justice Department, Mark Schwahn, Melrose Place, Michael Phelps, One Tree Hill, OTH, Rod Blagojevich, SNL, The Dark Knight, The Media is Dying, Twitter on December 15, 2008 by sizzlemaker

He will never NOT look good!

Michael Phelps: “Out of shape” but “having fun.” Can’t blame the guy. That’s how we live!

Bush: Who knew throwing shoes was an insult? We’ll have to try that sometime!

David Paterson: No idea why he was targeted on this week’s SNL. Totally uncalled for.

The Media is Dying: One of our favorite Twitterers is getting some press play. Love the irony.

OTH: Nooooooooo! Why is Mark Schwahn signing on for the Melrose Place remake? We don’t want anything to take him away from One Tree Hill!

Facebook: At Barnes and Noble yesterday, we saw a bunch of how-to books. Still to come: a book on the social network’s founding–and possibly, a movie!

Gawker: Putting its own spin on the year-end top 10 lists with the worst pop culture bits. Pretty dead-on except we actually liked 27 Dresses!

Chicago Tribune: Here’s a good test of journalism ethics. The paper actually knew about the Blago stuff back in October but held off on going public to help the FBI. That ended, obviously, this past week–too soon, if you ask the Justice Department who wanted them to keep quiet for longer. Who was right and who was wrong? Tough calls all around, we thinl.

SIZZLED OUT: Jesse McCartney

STILL SIZZLING: Christian Bale will have his hands full now that this movie series is moving forward. And, no, it’s not a Dark Knight sequel!

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November 25, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 24, Backstreet Boys, britney, bsb, chinese democracy, David Spade, Dawson Leery, dawson's creek, Fred Armisen, gossip girl, Guns N Roses, Mad Men, Mark Schwahn, Nicole Kidman, Nicollette Sheridan, obama, One Tree Hill, OTH, PEOPLE, Rolling Stone, Sean Penn, Sizzle, SNL, Speidi, Time's Square, TRL, US Weekly, Vince Vaughn on November 25, 2008 by sizzlemaker

Some of us ARE happy with the way our shows ended, James/Dawson/new guy/whoever you are!

Britney: We LOVE the Rolling Stone cover. Can’t wait to read the full story.

Speidi: If the elopement wasn’t planned, how come US Weekly was there to report on the whole thing? Fishy as always. (Both US Weekly and Speidi!)

OTH: Last night’s episode was PHENOMENAL, but, unfortunately, it’ll have to hold us over until January. And will it pick back up where it left off or will time have passed like in reality? Thankfully, Mark Schwahn gave one of his best interviews in a while and we’ll be analyzing it over and over again for at least the next month.

OTH Pt. 2: Was James Van Der Beek playing Dawson 5 years later or one of the shiteous directors Dawson faced when he went off to LA? Best line: “If there’s one thing I know, it’s that audiences get crazy over who ends up together.” You don’t say?!

Gossip Girl: Not on last night but back next week. In the meantime, Kristin has some interesting scoop. She says the Lily and Rufus back-story might play out on the web. Would people actually tune in…er…log on for that?

PEOPLE: Already has a comprehensive Best of 2008 site up, where you get to share what was hot and what was not. (Kind of reminds you of Sizzle, doesn’t it?)

Mad Men: The suits are hoping the show’s popularity will increase with a musical revue. We don’t really see how those are related AT ALL.

24: The prequel scored higher than a lot of television shows do each week, but probably not high enough. Oh, the irony.

Obama: Some say a new comedian will take over for Fred Armisen on SNL. SNL insists otherwise. But who else is there?

Box Office: With everyone’s wallet a little tighter these days, we doubt early Wednesday, pre-Thanksgiving, openings are going to help films one bit. Sorry, Sean Penn, Nicole Kidman, Vince Vaughn and the rest of you who are hedging your bets.

BSB: Guess someone was listening (reading?) when we said the entire group should’ve reunited on TRL last week.

Chinese Democracy: Banned in China in more ways than one.

SIZZLED OUT: Nicollette Sheridan and David Spade

STILL SIZZLING: Which former boy bander just designed a public bathroom for Times Square? Perhaps this is why he, too, was too busy to join his former bandmates at the TRL finale.

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November 24, 2008 Pt. 2

Posted in Uncategorized with tags britney, Disneyland, Gawker, Good Morning America, Hannity and Colmes, Jessica Simpson, Kid Rock, Lou Bega, Michael Phelps, Miley Cyrus, MTV, One Tree Hill, Orgy, OTH, PEOPLE, Perez Hilton, Speidi, Subway, The Bachelor, USA Today on November 24, 2008 by sizzlemaker

Remember this face?

Speidi: If you believe Perez, the couple eloped over the weekend. Waiting for a more legitimate source to confirm. (Even PEOPLE doesn’t know for sure!)

Miley Cyrus: Celebrated her Sweet 16 for real yesterday, months after a birthday bash that shut down Disneyland.

Britney: There’s a beyond-cheesy commercial airing to promote her birthday (aka promotional stunt) performance on Good Morning America that’s still more than a week away.

1999: As the new year approaches, MTV has created a 10-year class reunion of sorts, with a look back at names as forgotten as Orgy and Lou Bega and as still-relevant as Kid Rock and Jessica Simpson.

OTH: Two episodes tonight, though one is a repeat. Still, we’ll gladly take it!

The Bachelor: Why would a father go on a notoriously unsuccessful matchmaking show when he has a son to think about? The relationships never work out, so why introduce a woman into your kid’s life who probably won’t be there permanently? Guess we’ll find out when the new season begins in early January.

Michael Phelps: Has a new endorsement deal with Subway. Doesn’t really seem like the food of an Olympian.

Gawker: Turns out that article on celebrity couples was plagarized…by the original author himself. We’re confused, too.

Hannity and Colmes: Will be just Hannity when the new year starts. No word yet if there will be a new sparring partner.

Network TV: One area of the economy the government won’t step in to save, though it really needs it.

USA Today: Also making lay-offs, but a smaller amount than this time last year so we guess this is good news?

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November 18, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 60 Minutes, 90210, Ashlee Simpson, Chad Michael Murray, Cloris Leachman, Clueless, dwts, Dylan McKay, E!Online, gossip girl, Heather Locklear, House, Katy Perry, Martha Stewart, Newsweek, obama, One Tree Hill, OTH, Rosie O'Donnell, Scarlett Johansson, Stephen Colbert, TRL, TV Guide, Wallace Shawn on November 18, 2008 by sizzlemaker

Look familiar? You just saw it reimagined (aka poorly copied) on last night's OTH.

Gossip Girl: Last night’s ep was the second with Wallace Shawn, known to most of us as the teacher from Clueless. He seems out of place, but then again, that is precisely the point.

Gossip Girl Pt. 2: Nate turned his father in to the Feds. How original. Oh wait. Dawson’s Creek did that back in 19-freakin-99!

One Tree Hill: Speaking of biting off of a original (and arguably better) teen drama, did Chad Michael Murray seriously pen a scene that was a direct copy of Toni’s death in Dylan’s arms (in the rain, no less!) on 90210? And that was from 1996, people! We don’t care what they say: imitation is NOT the sincerest form of flattery!

Obama: Gave 60 Minutes its best ratings in 9 years. So when will the attraction begin to fade?

Obama Pt. 2: Newsweek is predicting a baby boom directly tied to Obama’s win. Everyone gettin’ busy on election night? Stranger things have happened.

Stephen Colbert: You know you’re big when D.C.’s elite gets together to roast you. Will Obama be next?

TRL: This pays better tribute to the finale than we ever could.

TV Guide: Also making staff cuts. We. Give. Up.

Scarlett Johansson: Apparently she was Katy Perry’s inspiration for I Kissed a Girl. Are we the only ones that don’t find her (or her lips) attractive??

Viewer Habits: Unhappy? Likely you watch more TV. No shame in that!

Rosie O’Donnell: Her variety show is fast approaching and we’re totally psyched!

House: Will Thirteen die? That’s what E!Online is suggesting…

Heather Locklear: Officially charged with DUI–a misdemeanor. No word yet on the possible reprecussions if found guilty.

Cloris Leachman: We told you that an 82-year-old on DWTS wasn’t a good thing! The former contestant was in the hospital recently for a “bad cold.” Is that what they’re calling it these days?

SIZZLED OUT: Ashlee Simpson

STILL SIZZLING: This tough guy is accused of pulling a Martha! Or so the government says. The former DWTS contestant–and current owner of the Dallas Mavericks–has been charged with insider trading. He plans to let justice “do its job,” whatever that means.

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11/16 BONUS POST

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Aaliyah, Avril Lavigne, Backstreet Boys, Ben Stiller, Beyonce, Blink-182, Bolt, britney, bsb, Carson Daly, Chris Brown, Christina Aguilera, Damien Fahey, Dave Holmes, Destiny's Child, diddy, Eminem, Fall Out Boy, FNMTV, Halle Berry, Hilarie Burton, I Wanna Be a VJ, Jay-Z, JC Chasez, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jesse Camp, Joel Madden, Jonathan Davis, Justin Timberlake, Kid Rock, Korn, LFO, Linkin Park, Ludacris, Mandy Moore, Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Nelly, NSYNC, One Tree Hill, OTH, Outkast, Pete Wentz, Samuel L. Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Sum-41, Taylor Swift, Time's Square, Total Finale Live, Total Request Live, Travis Barker, TRL, Usher on November 16, 2008 by sizzlemaker

AFTER 10 YEARS AND A 3-HOUR FINALE, TOTAL REQUEST LIVE IS OFFICIALLY OFF THE AIR.

The last TRL, renamed Total Finale Live for this special event, was a jam-packed celebration of the show that defined our childhood afternoons.

SOME THOUGHTS

Carson Daly returned to emcee the event with current host Damien Fahey.

The show actually started with a performance by Beyonce.

Weird that it was held on a Sunday night, and not a weekday, like the normal TRL.

Appearances from celebs ran the gamut from Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, Jonathan Davis, Snoop Dogg and…Samuel L. Jackson?!

First on-air (and live!) interview with Travis Barker post-plane crash. Very subdued, not that we blame him.

Diddy pretended to (or perhaps really??) choke up when he was honored for making the most appearances on TRL.

Awkward moment: Carson referring to ex Jennifer Love Hewitt.

Co-hosted by all the former VJs, including three of our faves: Hilarie Burton (yay One Tree Hill!), Dave Holmes and Jesse Camp, from the very first I Wanna Be a VJ contest.

Fall Out Boy performed…minus Pete Wentz. He later called into the show and said he was in California prepping for imminent fatherhood. Will it really be that soon?!

Soundbyte: “I bought Twilight on bootleg and watched it like 72 times”–Pete Wentz. Setting a great example, as always.

Did Hilary Duff run into ex Joel Madden?

Kid Rock insisted on smoking a cigar on stage. And here we thought it was illegal to smoke in New York venues…

Justin Timberlake and JC Chasez represented NSYNC but it would’ve been cool if the whole band returned AND performed.

X-Tina, Chris Brown, Ben Stiller and others spoke via satellite.

Disappointing moment: Eminem, on the phone, refuses to give any details about his upcoming album, Relapse.

Quintessential window references and segments with the Times Square crowd.

KoRn was hailed as the first rock band of TRL; brought back memories of the KoRn (number 3) spot.

A short segment looked back at the top MTV News moments, giving due respect to 9/11. Wish they also mentioned Aaliyah.

Many shameless plugs: Bolt, Diddy’s new cologne (who was made fun of for hyping the most stuff over the years), Last Call, FNMTV and more.

East Coast and West Coast rap/hip-hop came together in medley featuring Nelly, Snoop and Ludacris.

Unnecessary moment: knocking LFO.

Soundbyte: “One of the finer moments of my life”–JT recalling when Halle Berry surprised him on a TRL ep.

Backstreet Boys given lots of praise, though we wish former member Kevin returned for the performance.

Soundbyte: “They outlived all the other boy bands and they outlived TRL“–Carson on BSB.

Noticeably absent: 98 Degrees, Jessica Simpson, Destiny’s Child, Mandy Moore, Jay-Z, Avril, Sum-41, Linkin Park and others.

Are all the TRL employees without jobs now? After all, MTV (and parent Viacom) are doing lay-offs…

Soundbyte: Britney is “the queen of TRL“–Carson on Brit Brit who “couldn’t be here.”

Loved that some of our favorite moments were re-aired: the debut party for BSB’s Millenium album, Mariah and her ice cream truck, countless others.

Speaking of counting, the TRL finale wouldn’t be complete without a final countdown. The Top 10 videos from TRL history, as decided by the producers: Hey-Ya (Outkast), What’s My Age Again (Blink-182), Yeah (Ludacris, Usher, et. al.), Crazy in Love (Beyonce), Bawitdaba (Kid Rock), Dirrty (Christina Aguilera), Bye Bye Bye (NSYNC), I Want It That Way (BSB), The Real Slim Shady (Eminem), and, at number one, Baby One More Time (Britney).

Soundbyte: “Goodnight from New York and goodnight TRL“–Carson.

TEAR!

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November 14, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags AP, Desperate Housewives, EW, Full House, Gawker, James Bond, Jodie Sweetin, Joe Scarborough, Live! With Regis and Kelly, MSNBC, obama, One Tree Hill, OTH, palin, Parents Television Council, PEOPLE, Prison Break, Quantum of Solace, Stephanie Tanner, Time, twilight on November 14, 2008 by sizzlemaker

Sucking the blood out of EW

James Bond: In honor of the release of Quantum of Solace (how many times can YOU put ‘of’ in a sentence?), take a stroll down memory lane by revisiting Bond’s sexual puns and theme songs.

Reality TV: What’s the difference between ‘reality’ and ‘unscripted’ television? This article attempts to explain it but we’re still not sure we understand.

Desperate Housewives: The rumor of the day is that Sarah Palin will appear on Wisteria Lane. Says the show’s creator: “There is no way!” Whew. Close one.

EW: As expected, the ax came down today on some unlucky staffers at Entertainment Weekly. We’ve become numb by this point.

Gawker: Kudos to them for taking a swipe at the ridiculous hysteria surrounding Twilight and, yes, EW’s absurd obsession with the series.

PEOPLE: And while, yes, we are numb, this did make us cry a little.

Joe Scarborough: His morning show on MSNBC will now have a 7-second delay. That’s what happens when you drop the F-bomb!

OTH: We could not be more excited for One Tree Hill’s 1940s-themed episode next week and we are so glad its getting the media attention it deserves!

AP: The people at Associated Press have too much time on their hands. (Then again, so do we.) They’ve decided with a new election, comes new style changes.

Prison Break: It’s almost a sure thing this season will be the last. Fox just commissioned two more episodes–likely to serve as some sort of wrap-up.

Jodie Sweetin: The Full House star may have spilled to PEOPLE all about her meth addiction but apparently, there’s lots more to share. Like a whole book’s worth. Stephanie Tanner is writing a memoir!

Obama: Time’s Person of the Year. Not like we didn’t see that coming.

SIZZLED OUT: Live! With Regis and Kelly

STILL SIZZLING: The Parents Television Council says these two shows–one animated, one not–are the worst and best for kids, respectively.

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November 12, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags 90210, ABC News, Bones, Bush, Dallas, Elizabeth Banks, gossip girl, Grey's Anatomy, Isaiah Washington, James Brolin, Jason Priestley, Nirvana, One Tree Hill, OTH, Role Models, The Simpsons, The Sopranos, TRL, twilight, W., Zack and Miri on November 12, 2008 by sizzlemaker

You want a movie? Fuggedaboutit!

The Simpsons: Will get the honor of a crossword puzzle in The New York Times that’s all about them. You didn’t know 4 across? D’oh!

The Sopranos: Still waiting for a movie? Don’t hold your breath. Be happy with a 33-disc DVD set instead. Yay consolation prizes!

Jason Priestley: We totally agree with you here that it wouldn’t make sense if Brandon was Kelly’s babydaddy. But how can you say here that you guys “were never bestowed any awards”? Perhaps you’ve forgotten your two Golden Globe nominations! That’s right, Jason. True 90210 fans remember everything!

Dallas: Yes, people do actually still care about this show. How much? Enough to pay $1,000 to meet the stars and then bitch after about what a disaster it was. Bizarre? Yes. But it still doesn’t top the “this was all a dream” finale.

ABC News: In an interesting journalistic choice, ABC News is taking an up-close look at its parent company’s (ABC, d’oh!) decision to “de-gay” Grey’s Anatomy.

Isaiah Washington: Should someone fired from Grey’s Anatomy for a gay scandal of his own really be talking smack about the recent “de-gay”-ing? Isaiah, do you ever learn?

Gossip Girl: That season 3 ratings boost? Gone. The show is steadily slipping. And One Tree Hill is still doing better! Score!

TRL: The series finale is starting to sound more like a reunion and we couldn’t be more excited. Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Nelly and lots of others will make appearances. The show doesn’t air til Sunday, but we’re getting our TiVo ready now!

Nirvana: It’s been 17 years since Nevermind was released. More memorable than the music itself? The cover art of a naked baby in a pool. Well, that boy is–you guessed it!–17 years old now and has re-created the photo.

Elizabeth Banks: Seems like she’s everywhere lately! First W, then Zack and Miri and now Role Models. Banks will try something new next: producing a sci-fi. We’re just as perplexed as you are.

Classic Movies: Chosen by TCM to be put in a DVD set according to genre. And by classic, they also mean old. Hardly any are from the past 20 years.

Twilight: Try Twilight Zone instead! A San Francisco event for the movie was canceled after thousands more fans than expected showed up. The result? Bloody chaos! Good thing we’ve managed to remain completely uninterested in all the hoopla!

Bush: Did he like his depiction in W.? Yes, surprisingly, says portrayer James Brolin.

SIZZLED OUT: Bones

STILL SIZZLING: AOL Television has started its 50 Sexiest Men and Women countdown. These two stars, best known for kicking some serious ass, got the backhanded compliment of being number 5-0 on their respective lists.

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November 7, 2008

Posted in Uncategorized with tags American Idol, britney, Chicago Tribune, Entertainment Weekly, gossip girl, Grey's Anatomy, Justin Timberlake, Kim Catrrall, Madonna, New York Times, NYT, One Tree Hill, OTH, Private Practice, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sex and the City, The Simpsons on November 7, 2008 by sizzlemaker

Can history PLEASE repeat itself?

SATC: Sarah Jessica Parker is clarifying co-star Kim Cattrall’s announcement yesterday of a Sex and the City sequel. “All the deals are not done yet,” SJP says. We’ve never thought of Carrie as a party pooper before but we might have to reassess that view.

Britney: How’s this for a letdown: Brit Brit did appear on-stage with Madonna. Just not at the same time as Justin. Disappointing but we remain hopeful for a future reunion.

OTH: We are RUNNING to get the new issue of Entertainment Weekly, which features a multi-page article on One Tree Hill! Did you know OTH gets better ratings that Gossip Girl? Damn straight, it does!

American Idol: The new season starts January 13. Let the countdown begin!

Grey’s Anatomy: The show needs some positive buzz right about now and this might get it for them: they’re planning a February cross-over with Private Practice. These are usually quite cheesy, though, so we’re curious to see how it’s gonna work.

Chicago Tribune: The official election may be over but the rumor of it isn’t. The Trib has come up with joke covers showcasing different results. Pretty funny.

NYT: The Times are taking some steps into the future: first with their own social network, and also with Times Extra, which will link to rival publications. Which papers will follow suit?

SIZZLED OUT: The Simpsons

STILL SIZZLING: This old fellow is giving one of his many ex-girlfriends away to be married…a mere few weeks after they split!

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