Sunday news...

It looks like American Idol champ Carrie Underwood has found herself a new man--former Bachelor Travis Stork!  They were recently seen having dinner together in Philly; also, Travis has been spotted backstage at a few of Carrie's concerts.  They make a great looking couple!

What were you for Halloween?  Some of Reality TV's biggest stars hit some parties with some fierce costumes...

*Here's Heidi Klum as a Hindu god.  If you're gonna do it, do it all the way!

*Ex-member of Making the Band Aubrey O'Day was The Little Mermaid.  What's with the dog?

*Kim Kardashian dressed up as Wonder Woman.  She's actually completely clothed!

*He could have tried harder...  Lance Bass was a High School Musical graduate.

*Heidi:Spencer::Cop:Robber.  Lame.

*She's dating that ugly dude and dressed as Pamela Anderson...  Good one, Holly Madison.

Monday bits & pieces...

Danity Kane is really falling apart.  It's being reported that Shannon has decided to leave the group amidst all the drama, cat-fighting, and name-calling.  This means that only two girls remain--Dawn and Aundrea.  Sad times for sure; the end of an era, even.  I wonder what Diddy will do with the name and image of Danity Kane...  I mean, it's obvious that this group is over, unless they try to rebuild the group during the next season of Making The Band.  Who knows.

Two of the pro dancers on Dancing With The Stars have come under heavy scrutiny this season for their apparent "weight gain."  That's right, people are saying that Cheryl Burke and Lacey Schwimmer need to drop the pounds.  And it's not just people in the media or jealous fans; apparently the male pro dancers have said some truly nasty things in regards to these ladies.  I think it's ridiculous.  

Final Thought: Happy Birthday, Kelly Osbourne!  You used to look crazy but now that you're 24 you don't look so bad.

"I would rather be hated on every damn day of my life than loved for something I'm not."

So, American Idol loser and future Celebrity Rehab superstar Nikki McKibbin blames her drug/alcohol problems and bouts with depression on Simon Cowell.  She says that during her time in Idol, the comments from Simon made her sneak a bottle of vodka into the house and, if she wasn't too tired, "have one or two drinks."  My first question is this: one or two drinks means you're an alcoholic?  I'm in trouble...  Second question: does she think she's the only one who Simon was ever mean to?  Because she isn't.

What are some of your other favorite Idol alums up to?  Check it out here.

Unless you've been living under a rock, I trust that you have heard about the dismissal of Aubrey and D. Woods from Danity Kane.  I just don't get it, to be completely honest.  I mean, I understand that Diddy has the final say and everything, but it just doesn't make sense.  It took two seasons of the show to find the right girls, and each of their personalities adds something very unique to the group.  Why is he throwing it all away?  Whatever.  I'm sure it won't take long for Aubrey to put out a solo album.  Here's what she said about the group and her dismissal--she's fierce.

That's all for now.

All is not well in the Land of Danity Kane! And other things...

The rumors have been circulating for a while.  Though no official announcement has been made (yet), it looks like Danity Kane will be saying auf Wiedersehen to Aubrey!  Diddy made this known during last night's show, saying that Aubrey is no longer a part of the group.  !!!  I am a little shocked, to be honest; I mean, Aubrey was the stand-out from day one, and her vocals are among the strongest in the group.  But then again, I'm not that shocked because it seems like she (more than any of the other girls) has always tried to stand out a little...  Did you know that she was on Broadway this summer in Hairspray?  Interesting.  Be ready for something of substance regarding this matter next week on the season finale...  Can't wait!

OK, here's a question: what do you get when you combine one of my favorite singers EVER, two of my favorite dancers EVER, and a little men's gymnastics thrown in for good measure?  You get the results show of Dancing With The Stars!  Dancing together on the show for the first time (I think) were Juliane and Derek Hough.  Jennifer Hudson joined them, singing her hit single "Spotlight."  And Derek threw in some tumbling...  So amazing.  Was this segment created specifically for me?  I'd like to think so...  In any event, it's amazing and you must check it out.

Speaking of DWTS, they revealed on the results show that no couple would be going home this week due to the absence of Misty May-Treanor.  Instead, they announced that chef Rocco DiSpirito and his partner had the lowest score and would have gone home should Misty have remained in the contest.  Interesting.  And probably a very fair way to handle it.

Final Thought: Yeah, I'm obsessed with DWTS.  Do you remember this clip from the finale two seasons ago?  It's one of the best performances ever by two of the best people ever (Sabrina Bryan & Mark Ballas).  :)  (PS--apparently they're "just friends" these days...  sad)

I caught an episode of Making The Band 4 today which followed the rehearsals and first performances of Donnie, Day 26, and (of course) Danity Kane.  Here are my thoughts...

First of all, who is this Donnie guy?  I mean, I know who he is; he auditioned for the band and Diddy decided he would make it better as a solo artist...  Really, Diddy?  I mean, he has a nice voice and all, but it just doesn't seem like this is the right time for a guy like him.  Also, is he hot? I am really not sure...  He definitely needs a nose job, I know that much.  However, I mean, I guess he has sex appeal.   

Second, there's Day 26.  I mean, I understand a little bit why this group exists...  It could be time for a Boyz II Men-type group, but I still think they're a little tacky.  However, I have to admit that their vocals are super tight.  There's nothing like a group of black guys all going off together.

Finally, there's Danity Kane, Diddy's original divas.  I mean, they're fierce.  Honestly, all of the girls are such great performers; as soon as they hit the stage, their faces light up and they know how to work the crowd.  It seems like Aubrey is never ever nervous--the just looks ready to go! 

Anyhow, it's still a good show, even though it might not be quite as exciting as the seasons when Danity Kane was selected; that was some great stuff.  Laurie Ann Gibson has finally returned to the show--thank God--and she is adding some great drama, even though she's not quite as crazy as she used to be.  

New Show Alert: MTV's Top Pop Group.  It's sorta like America's Best Dance Crew but they have to sing, too.  Sounds interesting...  It's hosted by Mario Lopez who is really turing out to be quite a reality TV whore.  That's fine with me.  Mmm, Mario Lopez.

Dancing With The Stars is returning for another season, and it promises to be better than ever!!!  Check out the cast here, including Kim Kardashian, Lance Bass, Toni Braxton, and Misty May-Treanor.  I'm rooting for Lance.  

Final Thought: Hopefully everyone has seen this already.  Tina Fey as Sarah Palin (and Amy Poehler as Hillary Clinton).

Wednesday Afternoon News

I agree with Perez: Ali Lohan is creepy!  There's something so strange and completely unnatural about her, don't you think?  Gives me the willies...

The second season of Tila Tequila's A Shot At Love is starting of with a bang!  It didn't take the trashy straight guys long before they started drinking too much, hitting one another, and getting thrown out of the house and off the show!  Tila should have chosen what's-her-name from last season and been done with it.

Kristi Yamaguchi won season four of Dancing with the Stars!  Yay!  She's totally fierce and was probably the favorite from the beginning.  Her partner ain't bad, either...  Mmmmm, Mark Ballas...

Check out these pics of Aubrey from Danity Kane after a hot night on the town with Jesse McCartney!  Work.  They are both SO fierce.  I totally thought Jesse McCartney was gone forever, but now that he's 21 and totally hot, he has managed to get back on the scene.

Girlicious and other girl-related news.

I've only watched parts of this show before, but Girlicious, the Pussycat Dolls' new show, is pretty ridiculous.  First of all, it's hosted by Mark McGrath.  Really?  This is the best gig he could find? Second, all of the girls are SOOO trashy.  Usually there are at least a few girls on shows like this with class and education, but not this time!  Haha.  Anyhow, on this week's episode, my boyfriend was a guest judge!  Which boyfriend, you ask?  Blake McGrath.  Gosh, I love him.  Anyhow, the girls are split into groups of three this week for their performances, and they're all lip-synching. That's stupid, don't you think?

This surprises me.  Apparently Danity Kane from Making the Band's debut season is releasing their sophomore album, and it's going to be #1 on the charts!  I mean, I love DK as much as the next gay, but I'm pretty shocked to learn that they'll be on top.  That's fierce.

Lots of fierce people are planning to take part in this year's Idol Gives Back, the special episode of American Idol.  Set to appear are Brad Pitt, Bono, Miley Cyrus, Mariah Carey, Eli & Payton Manning, etc.  And Ellen DeGeneres will be hosting!  That sounds great.  Hopefully I will be able to watch it since I missed last year's Gives Back show.

I think this news broke a few days ago, but I haven't heard about it really...  Audrina Patridge from The Hillz posed nude for Playboy, but her pics were never published.  But you can check out the (censored) pics on a pretty fierce blog, What Would Tyler Durden Do?