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Crushable Quotable: Dick Van Dyke Turned Down ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Dick Van Dyke has a book out, and the interviews he’s giving in support of it are great. However, as much as I’d like to hang out with the guy, we wouldn’t be able to watch TV together, since he isn’t fond of the reality genre. More »
Crush Links: Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn Hold Hands (!!)
• Even though How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying got nominated for a Tony, star Daniel Radcliffe got snubbed. Aww! (Uinterview)
• Miranda Cosgrove‘s workout playlist includes the Cher classic “Believe,” but we doubt that Cher’s playlist has any of Cosgrove’s hits. (Seventeen)
• According to the rules of fourth-grade romance, Scarlett Johansson and Sean Penn are official: They were caught holding hands as they left the French Ambassador’s party in Washington, D.C. last weekend. (Celebuzz)
• Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen seeem to have edged out Osama bin Laden‘s death for the cover of Newsweek, in a story about their newest fashion venture, The Row. (Buzznet)
• Here’s your guide to all of the TV season finales — 30 Rock, Glee, Dancing with the Stars — in the next few weeks. (College Candy)
Video: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Contestants Chelsea Kane and Romeo Sing “Friday” Backstage
Now we know how the younger Dancing with the Stars contestants blow off steam: By coming up with an impromptu remix of Rebecca Black‘s “Friday.” Check out Chelsea Kane kick things off while dance partner Mark Ballas provides the beat. Then in comes Romeo with his lovely lady Chelsie Hightower for the surprise rap portion. More »
‘Dancing with the Stars’: Kendra’s Boobs Attack and Ralph and Karina Take a Tumble
This season on Dancing with the Stars, every single week has been a theme week. I’m okay with occasional theme weeks on the show if they push people outside of their comfort zones – classical week was great because people couldn’t rely on the lyrics to help them keep their timing, and it ended up upping everyone’s game – but when you have one every single week it just starts to look gimmicky. But Dancing with the Stars is nothing if not gimmicky, so here we go. More »
Pia Toscano To Sing On ‘Dancing with the Stars’ In Display of Perfect PR Synergy
American Idol castoff Pia Toscano is wasting absolutely zero time keeping her name in the media. Her first step was going on a highly-publicized date with Dancing with the Stars pro Mark Ballas. Now, she’s going to be performing on Mark’s show. Coincidence? Or a publicity coup? More »
A Look Back at Petra Nemcova’s Tenure on ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Historically, models have not fared well as Dancing with the Stars contestants – they often lack the name recognition of actors or athletes. Though Paulina Porizkova and Josie Maran were not long for Dancing, it seemed like Czech supermodel Petra Nemcova had a chance of breaking the “model curse.” Because of her well-known story about surviving the Indian Ocean tsunami several years ago, she was able to connect with the audience and translate her story into a beautiful dance. Unfortunately, her good scores weren’t enough to keep her on the show, as she was eliminated last night. More »
Pia Toscano and Paul McDonald Have Mastered the Art of the ‘Idol’ Boot
Getting kicked off of American Idol sucks – you’ve lost your chance at the record deal prize offered up to the winner of the show. But every booted finalist’s role model is Jennifer Hudson, who rebounded from a surprise elimination in season 3 (eventual winner: Fantasia) to star in Dreamgirls and win an Oscar. The most recent bootees from this season of Idol, Pia Toscano and Paul McDonald, clearly got a class in good PR. The strategy? Immediately hook up with someone famous so that your name stays out there. More »
Snap This: Karina Smirnoff’s Playboy Cover Makes Her Look Like Cher
Dancing with the Stars pro dancer Karina Smirnoff‘s Playboy cover looks remarkably like Cher’s video for “If I Could Turn Back Time.” More »
‘Dancing with the Stars’: Chris Jericho Beats the Paso Doble and Romeo Plays Basketball
Last night was classical night on Dancing with the Stars, which meant the song-slaughtering singers got the night off. It also meant that the celebrities had to up their game because they didn’t have recognizable pop songs to dance to. WWE wrestler Chris Jericho showed why he’s more than a joke contestant with his fierce paso doble, and we also got a reminder that his partner Cheryl Burke is the best teacher on this show. More »
The National Enquirer Says Either Kirstie Alley Or Kendra Wilkinson Will Win ‘Dancing with the Stars’
My favorite tabloid, The National Enquirer, announces on this week’s cover that Dancing with the Stars is rigged and that either Kirstie Alley or Kendra Wilkinson will win. Here are the Enquirer’s arguments, plus commentary from me. More »
‘Dancing with the Stars’: Kirstie Alley Takes a Tumble and Chelsea Kane Does the Cha Cha
Although I had picked her as a potential frontrunner last week, this week Kirstie Alley didn’t have great luck on Dancing with the Stars. During her rumba with partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy (which was supposed to be sexy, but…), Kirstie made a misstep and fell. To their credit, Kirstie and Maks recovered nicely and kept going, and this should set them up for a nice redemption arc next week. More »
‘Dancing with the Stars’: Ralph Macchio Jives Into Our Hearts
Last week’s surprise top scorer on Dancing with the Stars was Ralph Macchio. Like last season’s winner Jennifer Grey, he came in with a lot of nostalgia (hello, The Karate Kid), and like Grey he managed to back his name recognition up with talent. Last night, he and partner Karina Smirnoff did a jive that won the approval of the judges – and Macchio’s two teenage kids. More »
Crush Links: Kendra Wilkinson Wants to Let Loose on Dancing With the Stars
Kendra Wilkinson thinks everyone needs to relax on Dancing with the Stars. (People)
Catch a sneak peek of Britney Spears‘ Good Morning America performance here. (Perez Hilton)
‘Dancing with the Stars’: Kirstie Alley Does the Cha Cha
My early prediction for this season of Dancing with the Stars: Kirstie Alley is a contender. More »
Crush Links: Looks Like Tiger’s Got a Cub in His Corner
Reportedly, Tiger Woods‘ new girlfriend is 22 years old and got a DUI last year. (Radar Online)
What else could possibly go wrong for the Lohans? Michael Lohan was arrested on domestic violence charges. (People)
Tish Cyrus speaks out and thanks supporters who have kept her family in their thoughts and prayers. (Perez Hilton) More »
Crush Links: Jodie Foster is Mel Gibson’s #1 Fan
In a terrible PR move, Jodie Foster continues to defend Mel Gibson. Has she been living under a rock for the past decade? (Dlisted)
Apparently, Amanda Bynes is hooking up with Miley Cyrus’ ex-boyfriend. (Oh No They Didn’t!)
Check out pictures of Christina Aguilera‘s gorgeous mansion, which she shared with her ex and is now up for sale. (Jezebel) More »
Will Scientology Help Kirstie Alley Win ‘Dancing with the Stars’? No, But Mormonism Might.
Does Scientology translate into ballroom skills? Probably not.
According to Popeater, Kirstie Alley thinks that Scientology will give her an advantage on Dancing with the Stars, and she’s reportedly trying to convert her dance partner, the smoking hot Maksim Chmerkovskiy, to the religion.
It’s hard to know if Scientology will help a contestant on DWTS, since not many Scientologists have competed on the show. The only other one I can think of is Priscilla Presley, who finished in eighth place in season 6 with partner Louis Van Amstel – it’s certainly not a bad showing, but not a win either. More »
Crush Links: Would You Watch Three of Charlie Sheen’s Ex-Lovers in a Porno?
Charlie Sheen has been presented with an amazing opportunity: to direct three of his ex-lovers in a porno, which is tentatively titled Two and a Half Women. Incredible. (TMZ)
First comes coke-snorting pics, next up naturally is a alleged sex tape. Bobbi Kristina Brown is officially back in the spotlight. (Media Takeout)
Young Buck could go to prison for 10 years for firearms charge. (Perez Hilton) More »
Sex on the Wire: Amanda Seyfried’s More Than A Mean Girl… She’s Now Ryan Phillipe’s Girlfriend
Amanda Seyfried talks about her new relationship with Ryan Phillipe and her past heartbreak with Dominic Cooper. (People)
A conservative columnist claims that monogamous sex is best for society. (The Frisky)
New research suggests that having a deluded view of your husband or wife means you’re more likely to have a successful marriage. (Boston) More »
Did Bristol Palin and Maci Bookout Have a Falling Out?
Teen mom Bristol Palin and Teen Mom Maci Bookout became friends while doing speaking gigs for the Candie’s Foundation (which aims to prevent teen pregnancy). However, sources tell Crushable that the once-thriving friendship has soured now that Bristol is a bigger star. After Bristol’s turn on Dancing with the Stars, she reportedly became less and less interested in arranging play dates for her son Tripp and Maci’s son Bentley. Distance was also a factor: Maci’s based in Tennessee, while Bristol goes back and forth between her native Alaska and Arizona, where she recently purchased a home. More »
