Why Don’t Celebrity Marriages Last?

Hello friends and loyal readers, I just wanted to let you all know that I am in the process of moving and dealing with some miscellaneous life issues, so my postings may be scarce this week and next. I will do my best to do something each day, but I’m …

Hulk Hogan Blames VH1 For His Divorce.

He also says he still loves his soon-to-be ex-wife Linda, “I unconditionally love my wife, even though we’re not together anymore…The Linda that I know was a great mother and a great person.” Was?? Very interesting; so many things to be read between those lines.…

R.I.P. George Carlin (1937-2008)

Warning: This article contains language that some people (with sticks up their butts) might find offensive. Iconic comic George Carlin died yesterday of heart failure at the age of 71. Shooting to the front row of controversial comedy, George Carlin made his first mark on history with his “Seven Words …

Instructions for Life from the Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama makes it sounds so easy. And perhaps it is. 1. Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk. 2. When you lose, don’t lose the idea. 3. Follow the three R’s: Respect for self Respect for others Responsibility for all your actions 4.…

Swingtown On CBS. The Grooviest Town Around.

Oh my gosh, have you watched Swingtown on CBS yet? If you answered no, you’ve totally been missing out. In fact, I think I’m going to make Swingtown is my new favorite show. After moving to an upscale lakeside Chicago suburb in July of 1976, Susan and Bruce Miller must …

Rumors Of A Madonna Divorce. Again.

Last night it was babies. Tonight it’s divorce. Or at least actions that look like steps towards divorce. Although it is Hollywood, where nothing is ever what it seems, so who knows. First up, Christina Aguilera and Jordan Bratman; are the new parents heading towards the path of separation?…

Jessica Alba & Tori Spelling Give Birth.

Congratulations to Jessica Alba and new husband Cash Warren, who welcomed a baby girl into their family this past Saturday, June 7th. The happy couple named their bundle of joy, Honor Marie Warren; a name Jessica talked about choosing a few months ago.…

Wonder Woman Finds Dead Body.

In today’s episode, Wonder Woman finds a dead body in the Potomac River in Washington D.C. while on a nice relaxing canoe ride. No wait, that really happened. Lynda Carter, who played Wonder Woman in the 70’s television show, came upon a female body floating face down in the river …

Rev Run And Justine Are Good People.

In the Hollywood Gossip world of vicious rumors and juicy lies, it’s nice to have a feel-good story come along. Don’t get me wrong, I know there are lots of genuinely nice and caring celebrities, but we just don’t hear about them as often as we hear about Britney Spears …

Paris Hilton Pregnant? Yes. No. Maybe.

This could be the BIG one, people! That horrific day we’ve known would come sooner or later – when the world goes all topsy-turvy and nothing on Earth is ever the same again. A doomsday event is a specific occurrence which has an exceptionally destructive effect on the human race.…

Rock ‘N’ Roll Legend Bo Diddely Dead At 79.

There was, and always will be, only one Bo Diddley. A founding father of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Bo Diddley died of heart failure today at his home in Archer, Florida. He was 79. The legendary singer and performer, known for his homemade square guitar, dark glasses and black hat, was …

Kanye West Ventures Into The World Of Travel.

As if making a zillion dollars a year wasn’t enough, Kanye West launched his own travel site, “Kanye Travel Ventures,” at the beginning of April. It’s being toted as a place where Kanye’s fans can buy concert tickets, plan their trips to his concerts, and purchase Kanye West merchandise all …

Ashlee Simpson And Pete Wentz Make Their Baby Legit.

So I guess the big news from the weekend is the Alice in Wonderland themed wedding of Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz. Confirming the reports on Saturday night, the couple’s representative says, “We’re delighted to confirm that Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson were married this evening in front of family …

Angelina Jolie Is Pregnant With Twins. Duh!

Apparently, Jack Black can’t keep a secret. Of course, it wasn’t really a secret since we’ve basically known all along. In case you’ve been under a rock and haven’t heard, Angelina Jolie is pregnant with twins. It is now official. Brad Pitt’s done knocked her up again, if you don’t …

2008 Darwin Awards. The Winners Are…

Happy Hump Day! Eighth Place In Detroit, a 41-year-old man got stuck and drowned in two feet of water after squeezing head first through an 18-inch-wide sewer grate to retrieve his car keys. Seventh Place A 49-year-old San Francisco stockbroker, who ‘totally zoned when he ran,’ accidentally, jogged off a …

Remy Ma In Jail The Next 8 Years.

Oh, and the wedding is off until further notice. Remy Ma was convicted last month of assault, illegal weapon possession and attempted coercion stemming from an incident last July during which the female rapper shot her friend Makeda Barnes-Joseph over a messily $3,000.…

Nick Bollea In Jail The Next 8 Months.

Last August, Hulk Hogan’s son Nick Bollea almost killed his best friend when he crashed his father’s sports car and completely totaled it. His friend John Graziano was not wearing a seat belt (why???) and is now a paraplegic. As his punishment, Nick Bollea will spent the next 8 months …

Happy Birthday George Clooney!

Mmmm…..George Clooney is yummy, and gets more and more scrumptious each year. This year he’s 47, and doesn’t look a day over delicious. After the Metropolitan Costume Institute Gala last night, the dapper George and friends headed to Bungalow 8 for a little late night birthday celebration.…

Wesley Snipes Is Going To Prison.

Listen up all you disgustingly rich folks who think you can make you’re own rules, Uncle Sam doesn’t give a hoot about your loot; all he cares about is getting his cut. Mobsters aren’t immune, and neither are celebrities. Wesley Snipes recently found this out and now he will be …

Steve-O Is Sober-O

44 days sober, to be exact. On the 13th of March Steve-O was involuntarily sent to the “looney bin” at Cedars-Sinai and placed on a 5150 hold (if you don’t know what that is, where have you been?). His status soon changed to a 5250 hold, and Steve-O was officially …

Little Girl Stupid And Kim Kardashian

Miley Cyrus is writing her autobiography. Just how long can that book possibly be? The girl is only 15, after all. I really want to be there when she reads it at age 30. The book will focus on the 15-year-old’s road to fame, from growing up in Tennessee to …

How To Maintain A Healthy Level Of Insanity

This very valuable information; especially if your day was anything like mine today….. 1. At lunch time, sit in your parked car with sunglasses on and point a hair dryer at passing cars; see if they slow down. 2. Page yourself over the intercom; don’t disguise your voice.…

Vanilla Ice Is In The Slammer. Again.

All right stop, collaborate and listen Ice is back with my brand new invention … Actually, being arrested for domestic violence is an invention that’s been around for quite a long time. Ice was booked by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies at 10:43 PM ET on a charge of domestic …

Is This A Jellyfish Bad Day?

If you don’t laugh out loud after you read this you are in a coma! This is even funnier when you realize it’s real! Next time you have a bad day at work think of this guy. Rob is a commercial saturation diver for Global Divers in Louisiana.…

R.I.P. Charlton Heston (1924-2008)

From Moses to a planet of apes to President of the National Rifle Association, Charlton Heston could do it all. “Charlton Heston was seen by the world as larger than life. He was known for his chiseled jaw, broad shoulders and resonating voice, and, of course, for the roles he …

Remy Ma. Jailed And Getting Hitched.

Rapper Remy Ma*, who is currently in jail awaiting her sentence for shooting a friend she accused of stealing $3,000 dollars, is going to get married behind bars. Wow, that sounds totally classy. The lucky groom is rapper Papoose (born Shamele Mackie).…

Naomi Campbell Has Been Arrested. Again.

Ah, Naomi Campbell and her anger management skills…this time the model was arrested for spitting on a cop at London’s Heathrow airport over lost luggage. Pink Is The New Blog reports: The supermodel was hauled away “ranting and screaming” from the First Class Lounge of Terminal 5.…

John McCain Makes A Run For The Hills.

Just when you thought you had enough reasons to not vote for John McCain, along comes another one. “Celebrity” Heidi Montag has given the Senator from Arizona her support in his race for President. Here’s the kicker….John McCain has welcomed Heidi’s support, even taking time out of his campaign to …

The Kids Are Back On The Block

Well, we’ve been hangin’ tough for almost 15 years, and now it’s going to happen – all five original members of New Kids on the Block are going to be together in the courtyard of the Today show. Donnie, Danny, Jordan, Jonathan, and my personal favorite, Joey will appear on …

Britney Spears Has A Guardian Angel.

I realized this morning that it’s been a while since I’ve done a post about Britney Spears. Of course, that’s probably because she isn’t out creating chaos at all hours of the day and night. I’m so happy I have good news to report this time.…

Origami Jumping Frog – From WikiHow

How to Make an Origami Jumping Frog from an Index Card from wikiHow – The How to Manual That You Can Edit Origami can be a fun activity for people of all ages. This easy-to-make jumping frog can be made in about three minutes and can provide hours of entertainment.…

I’m Back! From Outer Space.

Well, it wasn’t exactly outer space, but it might as well have been. I was in Mississippi. Enough said. I’m not quite back to my fighting weight, but I did want to check in and let you know that I’m still alive.…

Ok Heather Mills, You Can Fade Into Oblivion Now.

Really, we won’t mind. Just take your money and go away. Heather Mills has been awarded $48.6 million in her divorce settlement from Paul McCartney. I’m using “awarded” loosely seeing how in my opinion it’s closer to extortion. Personally, I believe the stories about Heather Mills being a gold digger, …

Diddy And Madonna. Deny, Deny, Deny.

The Los Angeles Times is reporting that Sean “Diddy” Combs is linked to the 1994 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. The paper claims they are getting their information from FBI records, interviews with people at the scene and statements to the FBI by an informant.…

Halle Berry Had Her Baby. Finally!

And just when I decided that she was going to be pregnant forever. Congratulations to Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry on the March 16th birth of their daughter. A rep for the 41-year-old actress says that Halle is “doing great.”…

WINGMEN. Every Weekend’s Must Have.

“A man walking around with a hand in his pocket feels cocky all day.” It’s Friday night, And the mood is right. Gonna have some fun, Show you how it’s done. TGIF! (I sure hope I’m not the only one who knows where that came from.)…

George Clooney Is NOT Engaged.

I repeat, George Clooney is not engaged. This current rumor surrounding the star started in Italy, and was quickly picked up by Britain’s Marie Claire who then published an article entitled “George Clooney to Marry?” After that, it pretty much spread like wildfire.…

If Bill Gates Made Cars.

A friend emailed this to me the other day. There’s no real validity to any of it (it’s the mutated offspring of a simple joke), but it still made me laugh; and we can all use a good laugh. Gates vs.…

Lindsay Lohan. Off The Hooch And Ready To Work.

In case you haven’t heard, Lindsay Lohan is back and better than ever. Well, I guess “better” still remains to be seen; but she isn’t a raging drunk anymore, and that’s a good start. She did an interview with Paper magazine for their March issue and tells the world, “I …

What A Way To Make A Livin’!

I’m going to share a secret with you. When I wake up on Monday mornings, I hear Dolly Parton. Seriously. I’m the first person to admit there are many voices in my head; and on Monday mornings, Dolly Parton is one of them.…

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss.

Theodor Seuss Geisel, who would grow to cement himself in history as Dr. Seuss, was born on this day in 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Long before there was the Grinch and the Whos or fishes of red and blue, there was just plain ‘ol Theodor Geisel, who graduated from Dartmouth …

Today Is February 29th. Do You Know Why?

Babies born today won’t have another genuine birthday for four years. This year is a leap year, and today is February 29th. As I explained last year, February is a month that was tagged onto our calendar in an effort to make up for the difference between the moon’s monthly …

Michael Jackson Is Going To Be Homeless.

As bad as it sounds, I’m quite happy to hear that someone with a crap load of money is losing their house due to foreclosure. I don’t know if you’re aware of this, but there is an epidemic in California – thousands of people are losing their homes because they …

Paris Hilton’s New Reality.

She’s baaaaack!! Oh, say it isn’t so!! Paris Hilton is coming back to Reality TV. Run for the hills! I believe I can safely assume that the “improved” Paris Hilton will not be making an appearance anytime soon. So much for helping women in need and creating a home for …

Whoopi Goldberg Snubbed By The Academy?

A mention of the late Brad Renfro wasn’t the only thing missing from the Oscars on Sunday night. (Read what the Academy has to say about Renfro’s Oscar Omission) Was Whoopi Goldberg snubbed too? Her cohosts on The View sure seem to think so.…

Babies Again For Britney And Angelina.

The extremely troubled Britney Spears was allowed to see her two sons for three hours today. Britney’s father Jamie was there, as was the fallen pop star’s psychiatrist. Kevin Federline’s bodyguard dropped the boys off at Britney’s house around 9am and came back around noon to pick them up.…

Jamie Lynn Spears Hates Her Pregnant Body.

I’m not sure if I believe this one (it comes from Star magazine), but stranger things have happened in the Spears family, so you never know. There’s talk going around that Jamie Lynn Spears is trying to hide her baby bump by tightly wrapping ace bandages around her belly.…

Paris Hilton Banned By The Oscars.

The Oscars are on February 24th. Everyone who’s anyone will be there. Except Paris Hilton. Awesome! The Academy thinks Paris is a ridiculous excuse for an actress and they’re voicing that opinion by banning the “actress” from the Academy Awards Ceremony.…

Heidi Klum Wants Britney Spears.

Supermodel and Project Runway hostess Heidi Klum has basically offered her house as a living option for oh-so-troubled Britney Spears. Personally, I think it sounds like a terrible idea. Then again, I don’t have money coming out of my ears with common sense following close behind.…

Was Sam Lutfi Britney’s Svengali?

Ooooh! Someone’s gonna get it!! And his name is Osama! No, not that Osama, I’m talking about our dear Mr. Lutfi. Britney Spears is experiencing a calmer life these days – thanks in part to her father being in charge of her life, and Sam Lutfi being OUT of her …

Farrah Fawcett’s Son Arrested. Again.

Redmond O’Neal, the 23-year-old son of Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O’Neal was arrested last month on charges of driving under the influence and drug possession. It was his second time being arrested for drugs – back in 2005 he pleaded guilty to possession of meth and coke.…

Whose House For Sale? Run’s House!

I need 5½ million dollars. Care to help me out? I’ll let you be my first overnight guest. I promise. If you’ve ever watched MTV’s “Run’s House,” you’ll recognize this gem… Located in the prestigious high ridge section of Saddle River this stately colonial exemplifies fine suburban living within the …

Britney Spears Is On The Loose! Again.

All I can do at this news is shake my head in disgust. I understand why she was released, legally, but still. I really think at this point, the only way Britney is going to truly get the help she so desperately needs, is to be arrested; then she can …

Lynne Spears Says Sam Lutfi Drugged Britney.

Holy crap! Sounds like Sam Lutfi went to the Howard K. Stern School of drugging famous women and ruining their lives – except Sam must not have graduated since he’s been caught already. Any and all drugging aside, I truly believe Britney is bipolar – Sam’s existence in her life …

The Dang Groundhog Saw His Stupid Shadow Today.

I’m getting pretty sick of this whole “winter” thing. I’m tired of being cold and chilled to the bone. I’m tired of wearing a zillion layers. I’m ready for the sun. I’m ready for my fingers to actually be warm. I’m ready to wear as little as possible (but still …

Britney Spears And The Mental Hospital

Britney Spears is bipolar, plane and simple. I’ve been saying it for months and months, and now finally she is doing something about it. It’s a very good sign that she agreed to this hospitalization and I really hope she stays for a long time.…

Britney Spears Taken From Home In Ambulance

It’s like déjà vu all over again. Except this time Britney was much, much calmer; almost “too” calm – like she’s just come down from a manic episode. Oh wait, that’s exactly what happened. Britney’s mother, on the other hand, totally flipped her lid.…

Sean Penn And James Franco Got MILK

On November 27, 1978 there was an assassination in San Francisco. Harvey Milk, the first openly gay city supervisor, and Mayor George Moscone were gunned down in cold blood by newly resigned city supervisor Dan White. Thirty years later Hollywood is making a movie about it.…

Heath Ledger’s Autopsy Tells Us Very Little.

UPDATE: The rolled up $20 found next to Heath’s bed DID NOT have any drug residue on it, and no illegal drugs were found in the apartment. There were, however, 6 different drugs prescribed to Heath. The preliminary results of Heath Ledger’s autopsy are in and the cause of death …

Heath Ledger Is Dead!!

UPDATE: Heath Ledger has left the building – for the last time. TMZ VIDEO TMZ.com UPDATES: 1. Law enforcement has confirmed to TMZ prescription pills were strewn around Heath Ledger’s bed. The cops are waiting for the Medical Examiner. 2. Law enforcement tells TMZ Ledger’s body was found face down …

Today Is Martin Luther King Day. Do You Know Why?

Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. His birth name was actually Michael Luther King, Jr. but in 1935 his father, Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. changed both their names Martin; in honor of Martin Luther, the German monk and theologian who is often …

American Parents Are Dumb.

And we wonder why our children are turning out the way they are….. These are real notes written by parents…. Spellings have been left intact. • My son is under a doctor’s care and should not take PE today. Please execute him.…

Matthew McConaughey Made A Baby!

And it wasn’t with me!! I’m devastated; just devastated. I don’t think I’ve felt like this since Phil Hartman’s coked-up wife shot him to death. Oh well, I suppose I’m happy for Matthew and his baby’s mama (I refuse to view her as anything more since I am trying by …

Britney Arrived At Court. And Left.

UPDATE – LAST ONE FOR THE NIGHT: 6:00pm: Britney Spears has lost her visitation rights. At least until the next hearing, scheduled for February 19th. That’s a whole month Britney Spears cannot see her kids, and she doesn’t even seem to care.…

Golden Globe Winners

There may not have been a red carpet or a televised ceremony because of the writer’s strike, but there were still winners and awards. The 2008 Golden Globe winners were announced in an atmosphere that seemed more like a news conference than an awards ceremony.…

Michelle Rodriguez Released From Jail.

Actress and drinker extraordinaire, Michelle Rodriguez, has been released from jail after serving only 17 days of her 180 day sentence. An early release seems to be the norm these days in Hollywood – remember Lindsay Lohan’s 18 hours and Nicole Richie’s 84 minutes?…

What ARE They Wearing? – Mr. Blackwell’s List

Fashion Nazi Mr. Blackwell is at it again, releasing his 48th annual Worst Dressed List. And the winners are… 10. Alison Arngrim: “Little Nellie of the prairie, looks like a 1940’s fashion editor for the Farmers Almanac.” 9. Lindsay Lohan: “Lindsay the fashion frenzy strikes again!…

Nicole Kidman IS Pregnant. Again.

I KNEW IT! TV’s Extra confirmed today that Nicole Kidman is indeed pregnant. According to the rep for the newly expecting couple, “Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban confirmed today that they are expecting a baby. The couple are thrilled.” Rumors began to swirl at the end of December when it …

Britney Spears. Weekend Wrap-up.

I was in the snowy mountains all weekend and a bit out of touch, so let’s play catch up. Britney Spears was released from Cedars-Sinai Saturday morning and went back to her place with her dad. A few hours later, she attempted to leave her gated community in her infamous …

Britney Spears. Hospitalized And Psycho.

UPDATE:3:45 PST… A court commissioner gave sole physical and legal custody of Britney Spears’ two little boys Friday to ex-husband Kevin Federline and suspended the troubled pop star’s visitation rights… Oh my God, have you heard? Britney Spears was taken to Cedars Sinai Hospital last night after a three hour …

A New Year Brings New Engagements.

While I was home last night, eating and drinking and being merry with a couple of friends, and you were doing whatever it was that you were doing, four more people got engaged. Lately it seems like every time I turn around, people are getting married and having babies.…

Happy New Year! It’s 2008!

Well it’s about time! The New Year is finally here. I’m so ready for it. There are going to be a ton of changes in the near future for me, including acquiring a roommate and rearranging my house (and hopefully increasing my income).…

Nicole Kidman Is NOT Pregnant. Again.

Nicole Kidman is not expecting her first child with husband Keith Urban, as it was being reported by pretty much everyone yesterday. According to the actress’ Australian publicist, the rumor of a Kidman pregnancy, “…is incorrect…she must have had about 30 babies by now.”…

All Lindsay Lohan Wants For Christmas…

…is sex, sex, sex. Apparently, Lindsay has traded in her addiction to cocaine for an addiction to sex. According to one of her recent conquests – some dude she met in rehab – Lindsay just can’t get enough. …“Lindsay’s definitely a nymphomaniac.…

Dispute Between Neighbors. A True Story.

One of my goals in life is to some day own a house surrounded by land, and far enough away from neighbors so I can’t hear their toilet flush or clearly hear family spats. Have I ever mentioned that I live next door to a couple who likes to fight …

Britney Spears – Piece Of Me

Britney Spears must be miserable. Her little sister is knocked up, her mom thinks she knows enough about good parenting to write a book, and her own life is in the crapper. But for some reason Britney thinks she still has a career.…

Matthew McConaughey Injured On Set!

Say it isn’t so! Was I almost widowed today? Oh my poor Matthew! The 38-year-old actor cut his face while preparing for his role in The Grackle, a new movie from his J.K. Livin Productions, his publicist, Alan Nierob, said Monday in an e-mail.…

Free Online Games – Free Games Online

Have you ever found yourself sitting in front of your computer wanting to play a free online game, but you’ve played all the free online games you have and you’re craving something new? And free? The Holiday Season is upon us, and if you’re like me (and pretty much have …

Pamela Anderson Is Getting Divorced. Again.

Honestly, I’m surprised the marriage between Pamela Anderson and Rick Salomon lasted as long as it did – a whopping two months. But hey, that’s plenty of time to make a sex tape! Is Pamela Anderson trying to compete with Elizabeth Taylor for the most divorces in Hollywood or something?…

Vacation Rentals By Owner

Vacation Rentals By Owner I have always loved to travel and go on vacations for as long as I can remember. What I didn’t like was staying at grungy hotels with no character, no charm and a lifeless desk clerk. Most hotels and motels don’t have in-room kitchens, adding considerable …

R.I.P. Ike Turner (1931-2007)

Ike Turner, the man who turned Tina Turner into a star (and also beat the crap out of her whenever he felt like it), died today at his home in San Diego, CA. He was 76. …Though Ike & Tina Turner were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of …

Have No Fear! Indiana Jones Is Here!

I’m so excited about the impending fourth installment of the Indiana Jones movies. And I’m thrilled that Harrison Ford will be playing Indie – as he should! I hate it when new actors are brought in as the title role in a sequel (can we say “Batman”).…

The Grammy Nominations Are In!

The Grammys are coming! In case you’re not fortunate enough to attend, the ceremony will air on February 10th on CBS. Here’s a quick list of some of the nominees… Record Of The Year • Beyoncé, “Irreplaceable” • Foo Fighters, “The Pretender” • Rihanna, “Umbrella” • Justin Timberlake, “What Goes …

The Queen Is Coming Out. And Getting Married!

Queen Latifah, that is. Rumor has it that Queen Latifah and her (rumored) girlfriend of nearly four years, Jeanette Jenkins, will soon be tying the knot. MediaTakeOut.com is just one of the sites claiming ownership of the story: “…We can tell you that we’re 100% sure on this one.…

Kiefer Sutherland Goes To Jail.

After two DUI arrests in three years, Kiefer Sutherland was sentenced to 48 days in jail. Yesterday, the former Lost Boy, started his sentence in Glendale, CA. I really hope this stint in jail gives Kiefer the boost he needs to once and for all stop drinking – it obviously …

Jenna Bush Phones Home.

Jenna Bush, one of the twins belonging to George Dubya and Laura Bush, appeared on the Ellen show today to tout her new book about a young woman living with AIDS (more details at end of post), who she met while working with UNICEF in Panama.…

Tyra Banks Is 34 Today. Go Tyra! Go Tyra!

Happy Birthday Tyra Banks! You’ve done quite well for yourself in your first 34 years…Supermodel, Talk Show Host, Reality TV Star. Not to mention being the ex-girlfriend of a professional basketball player. Of course, a lot of girls can say that, so maybe that’s not really an accomplishment.…

The Spice Girls Reunion Tour Has Begun!

They’re baa-ack! Ah the Spice Girls. However did we survive in a world without them? The spicy 5-some kicked off their reunion tour in Vancouver, British Colombia this past Sunday, performing together for the first time in 10 years and wearing custom Roberto Cavalli outfits of bronze and gold.…

R.I.P. Evel Knievel (1938-2007)

Daredevil Numero Uno, Robert Craig “Evel” Knievel, has died today at the age of 69. Immortalized in the Washington’s Smithsonian Institution as “America’s Legendary Daredevil,” Knievel was best known for a failed 1974 attempt to jump Snake River Canyon on a rocket-powered cycle and a spectacular crash at Caesar’s Palace …

Nicole Richie’s OZtastic Baby Shower

Nicole Richie is having a baby. Have you heard? And like any celebrity expectant mother, her baby shower was over the top. Follow the yellow brick road… Nicole Richie looks great in this picture – nice and healthy. But, is it just me, or does she look totally and completely …

Anna Nicole Smith. Today Was Her Birthday.

If Anna Nicole Smith was alive, she would be turning 40 years old today. I remember looking at her Guess jeans posters and wondering what she would look like at 40. But thanks to Howard K. Stern and other toxic people in Anna Nicole’s life, we will never know.…

Hogan Knows Divorce. Coming Soon!

This news may not have come as a surprise to you, but it certainly did Hulk Hogan, who was informed by a reporter that his wife Linda has filed for divorce. What a crappy way to start the holidays. I wonder if it has anything to do with the fact …

Ozzy Tonight! Rock ‘N Roll!

Ever hear of Stockton, CA? Well Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie have, and tonight they’re performing at the Arena there. I will be attending, along with my boyfriend, one of the people I went to the Download Festival with, and my wise friend Rhobby.…

Thanksgiving Dinner Rules

One week from today, Thanksgiving will kick off the 2007 Holiday Season. Well, in America anyway, and only if you don’t count Halloween. But other than that, it’s the beginning. Last year I was thankful for plenty. This year, eh, not so much.…

Matt Damon. Sexiest Man Alive.

George Clooney and Brad Pitt have shamelessly campaigned for him since 2001, but this year’s winner was Bourne to the title. “You’ve given an aging suburban dad the ego-boost of a lifetime,” Damon, 37, told PEOPLE, explaining why he couldn’t possibly accept the crown – which perfectly demonstrates many of …

Dr. Jan Adams Is A Horrible Man

If you haven’t heard, rapper Kanye West‘s mom, Donda, died last Saturday when she stopped breathing while recovering from plastic surgery procedures she had performed the day before. Her murderer, er, doctor was Jan Adams, a man with a history of questionable behavior.…

I Want To Ride Matthew McConaughey

Ummm…..I mean Matthew McConaughey’s bike. Or maybe I’ll encase it in bullet proof glass and just stare at it. In case you were wondering, yes, I would totally accept Matthew McConaughey’s motorcycle as a gift were you to buy it for me.…

The Latest On The Hollywood Writers Strike

Picketing at Universal today was boisterous not to mention noisy: trucks and cars loudly honked in support. Several members of SAG joined WGA lines including Frances Fisher, Justine Bateman and Marg Helgenberger and walked for many hours. Showrunners like Desperate Housewives‘s Marc Cherry, Frasier creator Peter Casey, Drew Carey creator …

Spice Girls. Friendship Never Ends.

Well I could’ve told them that! This past Saturday I went to a baby shower for someone I met on the first day of first grade, and we’ve been friends ever since. A few weeks ago, I reunited with someone I’ve known since I was two and she was three.…

Hollywood Writers On The Picket Line.

Hollywood writers took to the picket lines early Monday morning, disrupting taping of the Today Show at the NBC Headquarters in New York’s Rockefeller Center. As I mentioned in my previous article, Hollywood Writers To Strike!, this strike could amount to something huge.…

Hollywood Writers To Strike!

This just in, from Nikki Finke’s Deadline Hollywood Daily. Check the site often for up to the minute updates. I just heard from a source attending tonight’s Writers Guild Of America general membership meeting that the exact timing of the writers strike will be decided tomorrow morning, then announced in …

Lane Garrison Sentenced To Prison

Former Prison Break actor, Lane Garrison, has been sentenced to spend the next three years and four months inside a real prison because of a horrible and tragic choice he made. Last December, the 27-year-old was driving under the influence of alcohol and (some reports say) cocaine when he jumped …

Today Is Halloween. Do You Know Why?

I love Halloween. LOVE it! It’s probably my third favorite day; behind Christmas and my birthday. Now, if I could only figure out how to get gifts from people on Halloween… The term Halloween (and its alternative rendering Hallowe’en) is shortened from All-hallow-even, as it is the eve of “All …

Tom Waits. Here’s What You Missed.

Please keep in mind, as you watch the following video that it does not at all do justice to the real deal. But it’s better than nothing. I’m still recovering from the weekend as a whole (the older I get, the longer it takes) so I’m going to make it …

21st Annual Bridge School Benefit.

“Life if life, Eddie Veder!” Thus begins glorious memories of the Bridge School Benefit concert held annually at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA. Rain or shine, performers running the gamut of music talent and style come to play unplugged for an audience of thousands; all in support of …

Gary Collins Arrested For DUI.

UPDATE: Turns out the little old man caused the initial accident, but Gary Collins was still under the influence and arrested just the same. TV personality Gary Collins is the latest celebrity to be busted for driving under the influence.…

Anna Nicole Made Maria Shriver Quit.

Maria Shriver has decided once and for all to never return to television news, and she says Anna Nicole Smith is the reason why. Shriver, speaking Tuesday at a conference on women, said the media circus surrounding Smith’s accidental drug overdose death last February led to her decision.…

Kid Rock Brawls At The Waffle House

Imagine for a moment that you’re Kid Rock and you’ve just released your first album to hit No. 1 on the pop charts. You’ve given a concert in Atlanta, GA and are now enjoying a nice meal at a local Waffle House with a bunch of your friends.…

Bill Maher – Bouncer Extraordinaire

During Friday’s live taping of Bill Maher’s show, Real Time With Bill Maher, an audience member decided it would be a good idea to disrupt the show. He was wrong. While Congresswoman Sheila Jackson spoke and Bill listened along with his other two guests, Los Angeles Times columnist Joel Stein …

Kurt Cobain Biopic. Tribute Or Exploit?

Kurt Cobain must be spinning in his grave. An artist who shunned celebrity, and was ultimately killed by the torment it caused, would never stand for the exploitation of his life. Sure, it might be done in good taste, but it’s still exploitation.…

Britney Spears Loses Her Kids. Again.

Parenting classes and random drug tests – those were the judge’s orders; do not comply, and lose custody. Britney Spears did not comply. For the second time in as many weeks, the clearly unstable fallen pop star has been told that she is not allowed to have her children stay …

Lindsay Lohan – From Rehab To Poor House?

It’s being reported that Lindsay Lohan is in need of some serious mullah. It’s not surprising, really. I mean designer rehab is pretty pricey, and doing it three times can put a heavy strain on ones bank account; even if that bank account was gigantic to begin with.…

Pepsi Punches Coke At Wal-Mart.

What happens when a Pepsi delivery guy and a Coke delivery guy cross paths at Wal-Mart in Pennsylvania? The Coke guy gets punched in the face. The two deliverymen were “apparently bickering back and forth” while unloading their wares at the Indiana County store, police said.…

Anna Nicole. Learning More Every Day.

Search warrants were served at several offices belonging to several doctors involved with Anna Nicole Smith and the several drugs she was consuming. …authorities raided six locations, including the offices and residences of two of Smith’s former doctors…E! Online If you thought this drama was over, or at least fading …

Heart Attack Strikes Bobby Brown

It is being reported that Bobby Brown, 38, suffered a mild heart attack this past Tuesday. He was taken to two hospitals before being checked into the Tarzana Regional Medical Center. According to Bobby’s attorney, Phaedra Parks of Atlanta, “…they did diagnose him as suffering from a mild heart attack …

Happy Birthday John Lennon!

If the great John Lennon were alive he would be turning 67 years old today. May he and his messages of love and peace never be forgotten. PEACE: A state of mutual harmony between people or groups of people. Fun facts about John Lennon: He loved cats and at one …

Download Festival 2007 San Francisco

I spent this past Saturday at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA at the Download Festival. It totally rocked! I had a GREAT time. I went with a friend of mine who I’ve known since I was a baby (it was the first time we had seen each other …

Britney Spears Loses Custody

I really don’t have anything witty to say about this one. I think it’s just sad. It’s sad that Sean Preston and Jayden James have to live through all this. It’s sad that Britney is clearly suffering. It’s sad that one aspect of mental illness is thinking you don’t have …

Pam Anderson And Rick Salomon Are Married.

Nasty Pam Anderson and nasty Rick Salomon applied for, and were granted, a marriage license in Las Vegas this weekend. Vegas, I suppose, is the best place for these two to wed, considering how many nasty things Las Vegas has seen, and how many nasty things Pam and Rick have …

Anna Nicole. Larry And Howard Lovers?

I’ve been holding onto this information since the end of August, and finally have the go ahead to publish it. Some of it may be old news to you, but remember, I received the information more than three weeks ago. I am not the original author of this piece, I …

Michael Jackson And His Nanny. Or Is She His Wife?

I don’t know if it’s serendipity or karma or just plain old good timing, but my buddy Michael Jackson has popped up again, this time denying that he has married his children’s nanny. Last February I found some pictures on TMZ of Michael Jackson’s children without any veils or masks …

Lindsay Lohan Is A “Boog Suge” Stealer

Given the fact that the idiot Steve-O is the one saying that Lindsay Lohan stole his cocaine, or “Boog Suge” as he likes to refer to it, I’m leaning towards Steve-O being a liar. Or at least stretching the truth. Of course, Lindsay Lohan is a drug addict, so she’s …

George Dubya Speaks Good

Remember last Friday when I mentioned Idiocracy? Well folks, the road to that world has already begun (some would argue that it actually began about seven years ago)… President George W. Bush told a group of New York school kids on Wednesday: “Childrens do learn.”…

Now THAT’S A Big Baby!

Cute “little” Nadia is the 12th child born to Siberia’s Tatyana Barabanova, 43, and weighed in at a whopping 17.1 pounds (7.75 kg). “I ate everything, we don’t have the money for special foods so I just ate potatoes, noodles and tomatoes,” she told the reporter, adding that all her …

A Little Old And A Little Pregnant.

Today I learned that there are adults who don’t know who Kurt Cobain was and can’t name a Nirvana song. It really made me feel old. They didn’t know what grunge was either. Then they informed me that they were in elementary school when I was in high school – …

Inquest For Daniel Smith

UPDATE: Inquest into death of Anna Nicole’s son adjourned until Jan. 28 Slow and steady wins the race. I sure hope that’s the case with the whole Anna Nicole Smith drama. There is so much going on under the surface, with more and more coming to light each day.…

What If OJ Simpson Talked To John Stewart?

It is often said, and I completely agree, that John Stewart has the best job in the world. The Daily Show is the most entertaining news shows on television – with The Colbert Report coming in a close second. Sure, the show has great writers, but more importantly it has …

Sweet Dreams Of Matthew McConaughey.

Don’t let the bed bugs bite. Unless, of course, they look like Matthew McConaughey. Then they can bite all they want, anywhere they want. Ahhh…sweet dreams, indeed….. Sweet dreams are made of this Who am I to disagree? Travel the world and the seven seas Everybody’s looking for something Some …

Saturday Morning Rain And John Wayne

It’s a wet Saturday morning in my neck of the woods. Which is fine, except I have a turtle living in a kiddie pool in my backyard without a heater. Any suggestions on how I can make a better outdoor fall/winter home for my turtle without it costing an arm …

The Juice Is On The Loose. Again.

What part of ‘keep him locked up’ does the universe not understand? I mean really! OJ Simpson should not be allowed to roam the streets. Since I last posted… … Simpson made his $125,000 bail on charges including kidnapping and armed robbery, legal experts were questioning: Could a former football …

OJ Simpson Could Die In Jail

UPDATE: If you want to bail OJ Simpson out of jail today, you’ll need $125,000. TMZ.com – Just Like Old Times … O.J.’s Back in Court I don’t have that kind of money, do you? And even if I did, I certainly wouldn’t send it his way.…

Here Comes Iron Man!

(In May 2008) Another great Marvel superhero is brought to life; this time by the ever wonderful Robert Downey, Jr. Watch the Trailer Iron Man.com Fun facts about Robert Downey, Jr.: He has the words “Suzie Q” tattooed on his left bicep.…

Paris Hilton vs Hallmark

Happy Saturday! I’m off to spend the day with family and friends. Perhaps I’ll stop by Hallmark on the way… Hallmark made a card that pokes fun at Paris Hilton. Paris got mad. Now Paris is suing for $500,000… I’m also picking up a new car today.…

What ARE They Wearing? – Black & White Edition

I think the combination of black and white is beautiful, but something tells me these combos would look bad in any color. Black is associated with power, elegance, formality, death, evil, and mystery. Black is a mysterious color associated with fear and the unknown (black holes)…usually has a negative connotation…denotes …

R.I.P. Luciano Pavarotti (1935-2007)

His father was a baker and a singer, his mother worked in a cigar factory, and he was one of the best tenors in known history. Luciano Pavarotti died today at his home in Italy. He was 71. In an email statement, his manager, Terri Robson, wrote, “The Maestro fought …

Today Is Labor Day. Do You Know Why?

The holiday began in 1882, originating from a desire by the Central Labor Union to create a day off for the “working man”. Wikipedia Through the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day. The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886.…

Mmmmm….. Matthew McConaughey…..

Is it just me, or is he simply the best male specimen ever? Happy Friday! More from me on my Matthew: February 2007 – Matthew McConaughey!! June 2007 – Matthew McConaughey Has Always Been The Hottest Bachelor. August 2007 – Matthew McConaughey.…

Michael Jackson is 49!

Happy Birthday Michael Jackson. Oh, and congratulations on being the first person to be born a black man and die a white woman. Michael Jackson.com Jackson began performing with his four brothers in the pop group the Jackson 5 when he was a child.…

Burning Man Burned Too Soon!

For shame! For shame! So not cool man. There are unspoken rules at things like this. And you go stepping over the line! For shame! That’s what I would have said to Paul Addis, the 35 year old (mellow harsher) from San Francisco, if I were there when he set …

Owen Wilson Tried To Kill Himself.

So rumor has it, anyway. Suicide is something personal and really nothing to make fun of. When someone has gotten to the point of wanting to take their own life, they are as low and they can go, and don’t need to be kicked while they’re down.…

Lindsay Lohan Needs To Be Locked Up!

So does Pete Doherty. Has the whole world gone mad?? Or is it just jacked up on coke? Lindsay Lohan was found with cocaine IN HER POCKET! Pete Doherty is arrested at least once a week. And yet, neither one of them has yet to see the inside of a …

Amy Winehouse. No. No. No.

For those of you who woke up this morning and thought today might be a good day to develop a heroin habit, perhaps a glance at Amy Winehouse will change your mind….. You’re more than welcome to continue on with your plan to become a strung out junkie, but don’t …

Madonna Is 49 Years Old! Holy Crap.

Happy Birthday, Madonna! Wow, it’s hard to believe that the Material Girl is 49. More August 16th Celebrity Birthdays: 1953: Kathie Lee Gifford, Paris, Florida, hostess, Live with Regis and Kathie Lee 1958: Angela Bassett, born in New York City, actress, What’s Love Got to Do With It 1960: Timothy …

Elvis Died Today.

30 years ago today, Elvis Presley departed the earth at the age of 42. The official cause of death was heart failure. If he died under the same circumstances today, the death certificate would most certainly list drug overdose. Hello Lindsay Lohan and the like!…

Jeffrey Dahmer Killed Adam Walsh.

So thinks true-crime writer Arthur Jay Harris anyway… The abduction and murder of 6 ½-year-old Adam Walsh, who disappeared in 1981 from a Florida mall, is one of the most famous missing children cases in America. It was a crime that outraged a nation and propelled Adam’s father, John Walsh, …

Sailor Moon Games.

In the spirit of learning something new every day…..today we’re going to learn a bit about Sailor Moon Games. Did you know that the Japanese Anime character Sailor Moon actually means “Pretty Soldier Sailor Moon?” Neither did I! Did you know that this is what it looks like in Japanese?…

Andy Rooney On Women Over 40

My birthday is this coming Saturday (hint, hint, wink, wink) so in honor of the wonderful day, I thought I would share with you some wise words from 60 Minutes personality, Andy Rooney. When I think of Andy Rooney, I usually think of a grumpy old man.…

Incredible Body Painting By Pashur.

I’ve seen my share of painted bodies, but nothing like this; it’s the best, bar none! The next time you’re at a party at the Playboy Mansion, find Pashur and have him paint you. Or, if you’re like me, and don’t make it to the Mansion very often, here are …

Celebrities From The 80s – The Two Coreys

They were teen heartthrobs – then came trouble. Now they’re housemates on A&E’s new “scripted reality” series The Two Coreys. – Reagan Alexander, People Magazine, August 6, 2007 In their tween-idol heyday, “it was almost like Beatlemania,” say Feldman, 36.…

Selenite Crystals. Truly Spectacular!

Crystal Cave of Giants. Naica Mine. Chihuahua, Mexico. These are the largest selenite crystals ever discovered. They are 1,000 feet down in limestone host rock – where miners are mining for lead, zinc and silver – and were formed by hydrothermal fluids emanating from the magma chambers below.…

Throw Dubya Out The Window!

President Bush, First Lady Laura Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney were flying on Air Force One. George looked at Laura, chuckled and said, “You know I could throw a thousand dollar bill out of the window right now and make somebody very happy.”…

Burning Man Is Coming! Burning Man Is Coming!

I’m a virgin, are you? A Burning Man virgin, I mean. Because lord knows, I’m no virgin… Eight days in Black Rock City – a temporary city in Black Rock Desert of Nevada, 90 miles north-northeast of Reno – culminating in the burning of the Man on Labor Day weekend.…

Lane Garrison To Undergo 90-Day Evaluation.

In an effort to better decide the former Prison Break star’s jail sentence, Superior Court Judge Elden S. Fox has ordered the actor to undergo a 90-day “diagnostic,” given by parole officers and psychologists. Garrison will be back in court on October 31st for formal sentencing.…

Black Rock City Rocket Launch

You’re invited to the Black Rock City Rocket Launch in Gerlach, Nevada… Black Rock is a “dry” lake about 100 miles north of Reno Nevada. It’s very empty country; just about the only town nearby is the town of Gerlach. About the Black Rock Desert This coming September 14th, 15th, …

R.I.P. Bill Walsh (1931-2007)

I grew up in the Bay Area in the 1980s, so Bill Walsh is the first coach I think of when it comes to the San Francisco 49ers. He will be greatly missed. Nicknamed “The Genius” for his creative schemes that became known as the West Coast offense, Walsh died …

The Simpsons Movie Is Finally Here!

I’m so darn excited! Going to see it tonight, of course. I even have a collectible Simpson’s Movie t-shirt to wear. A bit dorky, yes, but at least I’m not waiting in line for days to buy my ticket or dressing up in full Simpson’s regalia.…

Lindsay Lohan Is A Felon!

Lock her up! While we were tucked nicely in our beds during the wee hours of this morning, Lindsay Lohan was driving the streets of Santa Monica chasing her (newly) ex-assistant’s mom. This is how the story goes…. Lindsay’s assistant quits.…

Drew Carey! Come On Down!

You’re the next host of The Price Is Right! Congratulations, Mr. Carey! You’ve got some mighty splendid shoes to fill. I hope nothing else changes with The Price Is Right, now that there is a new host. I hope the sets and the models still look like throwbacks, and the …

Oprah Winfrey Loses Her Beloved Gracie.

Some sad news to report…. Oprah Winfrey’s two year old golden retriever, Gracie, has died. It’s being reported that the cause of death was choking. I would simply die if something like that happened to my dog. “Weeks have passed,” Winfrey says in the August issue of O, the Oprah …

Paris Hilton Lies To Larry King.

I took some notes last night as I watched Paris Hilton spew forth verbal crap on Larry King Live. *voice is deeper – her real voice – not her high-pitched “dumb” voice *not wearing a lot of makeup, very natural looking *simple hair and clothing *fake eyelashes are annoying *says …

Tom Sizemore Sentenced To Jail. Update.

Tom Sizemore’s 16 month prison sentence was cut in half today, giving him credit for time already served. No matter how long or short his stay in jail is, I hope it truly helps. Tom Sizemore is a great actor who was brought down by the evils of methamphetamines, but …

Paris Hilton Released From Jail. Again.

Paris the Heiress was released from jail shortly after midnight on Tuesday. She used a public restroom to change from her orange jumpsuit to a pair of jeans and a jacket before making her appearance. It’s being reported that she lost ten pounds while in the slammer (The only place …

Tom Sizemore Sentenced To Jail.

Superior Court Judge Cynthia Rayvis sentenced Tom Sizemore to 16 months in jail today, ruling that the drug-addicted actor had violated his probation from a previous drug case when methamphetamine was found in his car this past May 8th. During sentencing, Judge Rayvis said that Sizemore “has been in every …

George W. Bush Is A Dead Ringer For His Mother.

Happy Monday! Here’s a great way to start the week… I’m sure you’ve noticed the similarities between the President and his mother, but have you ever seen the proof look quite like this? I do believe the original picture from which this was derived, is the following picture of his …

San Francisco Dyke Day 2007 Wrap Up.

I had such a great time yesterday! I met some really great hilarious people, was witness to wonderful equal opportunity love, and even made it home with my very own rainbow feather boa. Not to mention all of the beautiful women I saw!…

San Francisco Gay Pride 2007

Today I am off to San Francisco to enjoy the start of Gay Pride Parade weekend. Today is the Dyke March. The 15th annual. It should be a good time. There’s a gathering at Dolores Park at 3, then the Dykes on Bikes parade at 7.…

Celebrity Babies. Soon They Will Be Talking…

I got this email the other day and thought that it went along very nicely with yesterday morning’s post, Celebrity Babies – They’re Everywhere! Kids say the craziest things… A personal note: When I was about two or three, my mom asked me where my please and thank yous were, …

Tom Sizemore Should Be In Jail.

If Paris Hilton has to do 45 days for violating her DUI arrest probation, then Tom Sizemore should have to spend at least that much time behind bars for violating his drug arrest probation. Tom Sizemore, 45, has been arrested several times before, for several things, including drugs and assault.…

Paris Hilton Out Of Medical Ward.

I don’t know about you, but I woke up this morning wondering what Paris Hilton was up to. Around 11:00 p.m. last night, she was transferred from the medical ward back to the all-women’s jail she started her sentence in over a week ago.…

Heinz Top This TV Challenge

Have you ever said to yourself “man, I could really use $57,000 right about now”? Well here’s your chance… Enter the Heinz Ketchup Top This TV Challenge today – you could win the money and go down in history. All you need is a video camera and a kick-ass idea.…

Paris Hilton To Become A Born Again Christian?

Place your bets now. Here’s the latest update from the saga of our favorite Hollywood Heiress, Paris Hilton… *After throwing a fit when ordered back to jail last Friday, Paris has calmed down a bit and decided not to appeal. She will remain in jail and finish out her (original) …

Paris Hilton Is Out! What the Hell?!?

So TMZ is reporting that Paris Hilton is out of jail, after only three days. Her original 45 day sentence was reduced to 23 days. I guess 23 days is really 3 days in Paris Hilton world. Lucky @@@@@. Full Story There will be a press conference in a little …

Paris Hilton. Jail Fashionista. Day 3.

Here’s the latest… *Paris Hilton has removed her contacts. Did you know her eyes are actually brown? *Paris is also not wearing any makeup and apparently is getting a positive response to it from the other inmates. I wonder if she will continue this look when she gets out.…

Young Hollywood – Hiding Lonely Places.

Lately I’ve noticed a lot of very unhappy young ladies in Hollywood… Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, the Olsen Twins… I used to be an unhappy young lady too. Extremely unhappy. Except I didn’t know how sad I really was.…

Poor Pretty Prisoner Paris Hilton. Day 1.

Paris Hilton is in jail today. Where she belongs. She spent her last night of freedom (for 3 weeks) attending the MTV Movie Awards last night. While being interviewed on the red carpet, Paris said that she was ready to serve her sentence and hoped that she would be a …

Lindsay Lohan ARRESTED!!

YES!! It was just a matter of time, really. In the wee hours of Saturday morning, Lindsay Lohan managed to jump a curb and crash her Mercedes into some trees. She had two other “adults” in the car with her, who were not hurt, but Lindsay was taken to Cedars …

OJ Simpson Gets The Boot!

Once upon a time, a guilty man got away with murder. Then he said he would spend his days searching for the real killer. First his search took him to the golf courses. Now his search has led him to the Kentucky Derby, where last Friday, OJ Simpson was asked …