Hey, Mr. Scott, what you gonna do? Whatchu gonna do? Make our dreams come true? Er, not quite. Scott’s Tots — the graduating high school seniors Michael had apparently promised to put through college — were understandably disappointed to discover that Michael had written a check he couldn’t cash. More specifically, a vow his bank account couldn’t cash. Bahahaha. Wait…wha? READ FULL STORY »
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Dec 4
2009
10:32 AM ET
'The Office' recap: Scott free
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Dec 4
2009
10:30 AM ET
'30 Rock' recap: Hamming it up
Last night’s 30 Rock was legitimately one of the best episodes ever, with everyone trying to be someone they’re not (plus some people trying to be each other). “Dealbreakers Talk Show #0001″ was one for the record books, except for one thing: Not enough Kenneth! These were the 10 best lines, but it was really hard to narrow it down this week. Really, really hard.
“Somebody bring me some haaaam!” — Liz, who’s a swarthy, big-hipped Kelly Ripa
“I hope you enjoyed the kissing followed by my genuine interest in that TV dance competition.” — Astronaut Mike Dexter READ FULL STORY »
Dec 4
2009
10:15 AM ET
Is U.S. speedskater Shani Davis beggin' for that 'jerk' Stephen Colbert to put him On Notice?
During a press conference Thursday, humor-deficient U.S. speedskater Shani Davis called Stephen Colbert a “jerk” for the late-night host’s Nov. 5 Canada-bashing segment, embedded below. Either the guy just doesn’t get it, or he wants his own Report segment so bad he’d pay the $300,000 Colbert raised for U.S. speedskating just to score it. This is bizarre. At least the story gives us an excuse to watch Colbert squeeze in one of his favorite Olive Garden references. It’s hospitaliano!
Some of our Canadian readers (Meghan, Dory, fullojoy, seethemusic, Mikos) left comments in last night’s News Brief suggesting that smart Canadians enjoy when Colbert mocks Canada because it reminds them he remembers they exist. That’s pretty cute. A tip of my PopWatch-sponsored floppy teal beret to all of the Canadian Iceholes reading this while trapped in a snowbank!
Dec 4
2009
10:06 AM ET
'Bones' recap: Cheater, cheater, 'Avatar'
Before we get into last night’s episode — part homage to the must-see 2007 documentary The King of Kong, part ad for James Cameron’s Avatar — we need to discuss the promo for next week’s holiday episode in which Brennan strips Booth down to his boxers after bits of a blown-up bomb-wielding, bank-robbing Santa Claus land on his suit and make it evidence. “Clothing as evidence” was one of the ideas I pitched in my August 2009 open letter to showrunners of procedurals starring actors we’d like to see shirtless. I would never presume that Hart Hanson reads anything I write, so please, someone tell him thank you for the early Christmas present. READ FULL STORY »
Dec 4
2009
09:30 AM ET
What are your 'Entourage' movie ideas?
Mark Wahlberg has been talking about an Entourage movie. An HBO spokesperson tells EW: “It is not out of the realm of possibility. But right now, the creators are concentrating on the new season.” My first thought was that Turtle and Drama need to stay on the small screen. But then again, I had similar thoughts about Carrie & the gals before I saw (and loved!) the SATC movie. I do think Adrian Grenier is a movie star (loved him in The Devil Wears Prada), and Lloyd and Ari are funnier than most people on the big screen. What do you think PopWatchers, got any good plot ideas for an Entourage movie?
Photo Credit: Claudette Barius/HBO
Dec 4
2009
09:00 AM ET
Simon Cowell reveals the most embarrassing moment of his decade (and it's not what you'd think)
I had the pleasure of chatting with Simon Cowell for EW’s Best of the Decade issue, since we name him one of our 15 Entertainers of the Decade. We talked about several of his highlights and low points from the last ten years, including why he tried to get out of American Idol at the last minute and the worst decision he made since the dawn of the new millennium. Here are some excerpts from our conversation:
EW: Was Pop Idol the first TV show you were approached to be on?
SIMON COWELL: I was always getting offered TV work. Every week someone would turn up at my record label and ask if I would do a fly-on-the-wall documentary. And every single time I said no; I genuinely wasn’t interested. READ FULL STORY »
Dec 4
2009
09:00 AM ET
Guilty Pleasures Reality TV Showdown: 'Bridezillas' vs. 'Say Yes to the Dress'
PopWatch is on a quest to determine the Greatest Guilty Pleasure Reality TV Show of All Time. We have 32 seeded contestants in four categories (see full bracket here), and we’re now voting on the questionable “reality” of the “Real” Lives category. After you vote, please leave comments about why you love the show you chose.
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Quarterfinals, “Real” Lives: Bridezillas vs. Say Yes to the Dress
Bridezillas
Ah Bridezillas: the tantrum/food fight about cake flavorings, punches thrown at the rehearsal, disowning of close family members, having bridesmaids spray paint grass green, ladies in white dresses cursing more than any sailor. The thing that truly, truly scares me (and makes this show great) is that you get the feeling that these women would act like this even if cameras weren’t around. Yikes. It seems like they should drive these couples straight from the wedding chapel to Divorce Court. The Bridezillas moment I may have loved the most was the robotic bride who threatened to go home when her nephew went missing at the reception – not because she was worried about his safety, natch, just because she couldn’t stand not being center of attention. – Wendy Mitchell
Say Yes to the Dress
Yes, yes, a thousand times yes to bitchy bridesmaids, penny-pinching mothers and the diva-esque brides-to-be who want to try on 70 dresses in a half hour. The brides come and go, but the real stars of this show are the Kleinfeld’s staffers who seem desperate to close a sale with each and every bride – I especially love it when Randy sashays in to offer his fashion opinions, even if they aren’t requested. Sure there are some sweet brides in beautiful gowns from time to time, but I’d much rather watch the trainwrecks who are willing to remortgage their trailer home to get into a see-through lace concoction or a pink dress. Fashion, bitchiness, dysfunctional families (remember that mom who slapped the poor alterations manager?), and the occasional heartwarming story of a military bride – what more could you want in a reality show? – Wendy Mitchell
Photo Credit, Say Yes to the Dress: TLC
Dec 4
2009
06:53 AM ET
'Community' recap: Horses, STDs, and Harvey Keitel
I was not in the best of moods last night when Community materialized on my TV. I was exhausted, I had a stubborn headache, and it was approaching 50 degrees outside, which for Angelenos is the equivalent of being trapped on Hoth. Luckily, yesterday’s episode, “The Politics of Human Sexuality,” was an agreeable affair. The show wasn’t top-tier Community, mind you, but it was satisfying enough to snap this blogger out of his funk, and what more could you ask for from a freshman comedy series? While the episode’s setting of a school STD fair didn’t set up its humor as effectively as, say, a Halloween party or a debate competition, the writers did an admirable job of balancing individual character moments (e.g. Jeff’s maturing attitude toward women, and Annie’s acceptance of her repressed sexuality) while not forfeiting the appeal of the cast’s collective chemistry.
Speaking of Community‘s ensemble, I particularly appreciated how well this episode spread the wealth — every character had at least one substantially witty wisecrack. For that reason, here are my picks for each character’s best line, after the jump: READ FULL STORY »
Dec 4
2009
06:41 AM ET
Jeff Probst blogs 'Survivor: Samoa': episode #12
Once again history repeats itself. It always does. Especially on Survivor. Anybody remember back on Survivor: All-Stars when Boston Rob pleaded with Lex to save his soon-to-be wife, Amber, promising his loyalty in return? We all remember how that turned out… Lex was the next person voted out. Sound familiar?
John made a huge move last week when he aligned with Russell and Foa Foa and switched his vote forcing Laura out of the game. It was a big move that I fully appreciated. He risked alienating Laura and other Galu members to put himself in a better position in the game. Unfortunately for John, the big move was poorly executed. READ FULL STORY »
Dec 4
2009
06:27 AM ET
'Parks and Recreation' recap: 'Tom's Divorce' makes us love the show more
It was a Parks and Recreation of mass consumption last night. Ron ate his weight in breakfast buffet foods, Andy got a piece of closure pie, and I finally got the big helping of Tom-centric story line that I’ve been craving.
We began at the Parks office where Leslie was given the daunting task of going to the fourth floor, home of the Department of Motor Vehicles, probation central, and divorce court. While on the floor of doom, she sees Tom and Wendy walking out of divorce court. Distraught over the misfortune of her fellow employee, Leslie enlists everyone’s help to cheer up Tom, who (at least at the beginning) doesn’t need it. READ FULL STORY »
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