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A Look Back at Petra Nemcova’s Tenure on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Lilit Marcus — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 14:33:30 +0000

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. Let’s look back on a couple of her best dances with partner Dmitry Chaplin.

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‘Dancing with the Stars’: Kirstie Alley Does the Cha Cha

Lilit Marcus — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 16:47:31 +0000

My early prediction for this season of Dancing with the Stars: Kirstie Alley is a contender. It’s not because she’s a great dancer (she’s surprisingly okay), but because she a) has good name recognition and b) has relatability. Those factors matter as much as – and maybe more than – dancing ability on this show. One of Dancing‘s favorite tropes is the contestant who came on the show to lose weight and get in shape, and it has helped everyone from Jerry Springer to Kelly Osbourne get further than they expected on the show. That has a lot to do with the fact that Dancing‘s average viewer is a middle-aged woman, and those viewers like being able to relate to a contestant’s story. (That’s one reason why supermodels like Paulina Porizkova and Josie Maran, as well as reality starlets/pinups like Holly Madison and Kim Kardashian never fare well on this show, their mediocre dancing nonwithstanding). Unlike American Idol, Dancing with the Stars is a place that rewards older contestants for their hard work. Donny Osmond was 51 when he won his season, and Florence Henderson was an audience favorite, even though her dancing skills were lacking.

Kirstie seems to know this, and she’s playing it up beautifully. “I think if I was 22 and a size 2, this would be easier,” she said while struggling with a dance move. “If someone told me to haul ass, it would take two trips.” Partnered with mega-hottie Maksim Chmerkovskiy, who has quite a following of his own, she has a tremendous amount of potential. Kirstie has made a cottage industry out of her weight struggles, profiting off everything from a Jenny Craig endorsement, a bikini-wearing appearance on Oprah, and a TV show called Fat Actress. She knows how to turn her weight struggles into tabloid headlines, and if she plays her cards right she could also turn them into reality TV victory.

And it seems like Dancing knows her potential, too. Pairing with her Maks was a calculated move – they know he has a big fanbase who will vote for him no matter who his partner is, and he’s known for saying controversial things in the press that bring more attention to the show. The first episode’s music was also a clue: celebrities whom the show favors get more recognizable pop songs. Kirstie and Maks’ cha cha song was Cee-Lo Green‘s “Forget You.” Having the audience already singing along is a great way to lure them into liking a performance. As for the actual content of the dance? She was okay, but there’s potential. And one of the best ways to win this show is to start off in the middle of the pack and have an improvement/redemption arc. Kirstie’s definitely the one to watch this season.

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Kristen Stewart Was Not In A Car Accident

Crushable Staff — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:07:06 +0000

It’s sad when even the blogs start mocking you for falling for their b.s. stories. Especially when these stories involve Kristen Stewart being involved in a faux “traffic altercation. Pity the fool who fell for it? (E! Online)
Word is Sammi, Ronnie, Vinny and Jwoww won’t be returning to the Shore for a third season. (Page Six)
Let the plastic-surgery backlash begin: Paulina Porizkova disses Madonna, Kate Hudson and Heidi Montag, who she calls a “cheap plastic pool float.” (Page Six)
Chace Crawford has a new lady friend, who he’s been seen with in London. So you know, definitely not gay. Nuh-uh. No sir. (Celebuzz)
Sandra Bullock got the wrong Razzie and was asked to return the award given to the worst performances of the year. Don’t worry though, the Academy is replacing it with a lifetime achievement one for her husband. (Vulture)
Lindsay Lohan is still in deep trouble for bailing on her deposition for running over a paparazzo. Luckily she has a great excuse: She was busy getting spit on by her ex at Coachella. (Monsters & Critics)
Prince William calls Kate Middleton’s father “dad.” Gird your loins, there’s gonna be a wedding! (People)
Feel free to watch the first two episodes of the new season of Party Down online. No seriously, do it now. (Starz)

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Paulina Porizkova to Appear on As the World Turns

Erin Balser — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:12:27 +0000

Everyone’s favorite ex-America’s Next Top Model judge Paulina Porizkova is taking her career in a new direction: acting! The former supermodel will have a guest role on the CBS soap As the World Turns. Paulina will be playing Clarissa, Entertainment Weekly reports.

Not much is known about the role or the character, but she’ll start appearing on the show on January 5th and her character has a mysterious past with Simon Frazier.

This isn’t the first time Paulina’s dabbled in acting. She’s had roles in movies and television shows for years. Her last acting gig was the little-known 2004 movie Knots, which co-starred John Stamos.

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Paulina Porizkova is a Blogger

Erin Balser — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:18:23 +0000

Paulina Porizkova, who was recently let go from America’s Next Top Model, wrote about the experience of getting fired for the Huffington Post. She writes about how being let go was both a blessing and a curse, and then explores the concept of getting fired and how it plays out in Hollywood.

While no longer being wanted is never fun, she became open to and excited by being a full-time mother again and being around for her children and husband in a way that Top Model didn’t allow:

When I was fired from “America’s Next Top Model” this past spring, two things hit me simultaneously: the heavy thud of realization that I am not wanted, not liked, not worth my salt, not loved–yes, I know this sounds a little over-the-top, but I have the tendency to run with the negatives–and the lightening of a burden lifted; I would no longer have to worry about missing my children’s recitals, date nights with my husband, and all that family life has to offer.

I have no idea if Paulina is going to become a regular correspondent for the Huffington Post (a lot of people, including ANTM alum Kim Stolx are) or if this post was a one time deal. Regardless, it was nice to hear Paulina’s side of the story after her anger had subsided. You can read her full post here.

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Ken Mok Releases Statement about Paulina Porizkova

Erin Balser — Mon, 18 May 2009 17:52:50 +0000

In the wake of interviews Paulina Porizkova has given about being fired from America’s Next Top Model, executive producer Ken Mok has released an official statement in response. It’s vague and classy and makes no mention of the interviews Paulina gave nor addresses any of the issues she raised.

“The current state of the economy has forced shows to make major budget cuts industry wide; and America’s Next Top Model is not immune to these financially challenging times. We’ve had to make significant cuts in every area of the production and, unfortunately, Paulina was a casualty of these cuts. Tyra, who pursued Paulina to join the show as a judge multiple times, was incredibly saddened by the decision the show was forced to make. We really enjoyed working with Paulina, and we wish her all the best in her future endeavors.”

What I’m waiting for is a statement from Tyra. Based on this statement, it sounds as though there will not be a replacement for Paulina in Cycle 13. Otherwise claiming she was a casualty of the recession is complete bull.

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TV Guide Interviews Paulina Porizkova

Erin Balser — Sat, 16 May 2009 13:29:44 +0000

Earlier this week, Paulina Porizkova announced that she was fired from America’s Next Top Model. TV Guide sat down the the former supermodel to find out what happened and what Paulina really thinks of Tyra, the show and more. Paulina got very, very honest about her experience on the show.

Paulina admits she thinks none of the finalists from this year’s cycle (or any cycle for that matter) will become true top models.

“I know. I’m really very sorry. But they’re not models,” she said. “Look at the history of Top Model. When has a winner not fallen down into that great big hole where the other sock goes? When? That’s because you can’t pick models from a TV show. Those tall, long giraffe things that don’t really look real are rare freaks of nature. And finding a freak of nature with a personality, that’s like finding a double freak of nature. So you’d have a TV show once every 10 years.”

Paulina admits that she voted for Allison and that the judges were tied at 2 votes apiece in the finale. One judge – she doesn’t say who – changed their vote so Teyona could be declared the winner.

She claims that Tyra was often very late for panel and this constantly threw off the shooting schedule and probably lead to the extra fat they were trying to get rid of when they fired Paulina.

The interview is interesting. Paulina does come across as bitter, but I don’t think she is. She’s simply calling it as she sees it. I bet Tyra is pissed over the whole situation.

We can recall that Janice Dickinson was fired from Top Model as well. Which leads me to wonder – was Twiggy fired too? And just too nice to say anything?

Read the interview here. The Dallas News has five questions for Paulina, read those here.

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Paulina Porizkova Fired from ANTM

Erin Balser — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:32:34 +0000

Paulina Porizkova will be appearing on The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson tonight on CBS and she will reveal some really big news – that she was fired from America’s Next Top Model.

“Listen, do you know why I am in Los Angeles…because I am looking for a job,” Paulina tells Craig when she stops by. “Because I was fired by America’s Next Top Model on my birthday.”

Paulina says the reason she was fired was pretty vague. “The reason I was told I was fired was because, it seemed that America’s Next Top Model has gotten too fat and they needed to cut some fat and the fat was me,” she said.

She also mentions that the producers told her she has an ego problem, which contributed to her firing.

“So I figured it was either that or my gigantic huge ego. Which I wasn’t aware of until I was told by the producers that I have an ego problem,” she said.

Paulina and Craig have known each other a long time and her visits to his show are always filled with laughs. I guess I’ll have to watch tonight to see what happens. Paulina will reveal more about ANTM and her big phone conversation with the producers. I can’t believe they let her go on her birthday.

Tune in to The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson tonight at 12:30am EST on CBS to watch!

Update: Below is a video of Paulina’s appearance on the show last night.

Who would you like to see replace Paulina?

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Tyra Banks & Paulina Porizkova at the Costume Institute Gala

Erin Balser — Wed, 06 May 2009 00:28:04 +0000

America’s Next Top Model judges Tyra Banks and Paulina Porizkova attended the Costume Institute Gala event last night in New York City. The event celebrated the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s newest exhibit, “The Model as Muse” which looks at the role of models throughout the history of fashion. The exhibit looks stunning, nearly as stunning as the stars who walked the red carpet last night.

Nearly every model of importance from both past and present stepped out last night. Tyra took a risk with a daring hairpiece, do you think it paid off?

Image: Splash News Online

Paulina opted for a more casual look in a floaty orange dress. I’m not loving it, but Paulina is working the hell out of it. What do you think?

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FabSugar put together a great slideshow showcasing all the models who attended last night. It’s beautiful and you can check it out here.

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NY Pix Morning News Interviews Paulina Porizkova

Erin Balser — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:09:00 +0000

America’s Next Top Model judge Paulina Porizkova stopped by the NY Pix Morning Show today to chat about Cycle 12 of ANTM, which premieres tonight at 8pm.

Paulina talks about what makes this cycle different. She was originally disappointed with the 13 girls Tyra and co selected. She thought they were very, very raw, even moreso than in previous cycles. She starts to come around how the girls evolve over the course of the show.

Paulina sticks around to help them pick their “Pix Top Model”, a fun take on ANTM to see how great Paulina’s judging skills actually are. The contestants don’t give Paulina much to work with though, but they have a good time.

Watch the videos of the interview here.

ANTM premieres tonight at 8pm! Be sure to tune in for the special two-hour episode! I’ll be here livelbogging the entire thing, so be sure to stop by!

Image: Splash News Online

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