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Nina Garcia: Calm, Cool, and Composed
Even though the guest judge was Natalie Portman on last night's Project Runway, the judge we looked forward to hearing from was Nina Garcia, the calm, cool, and composed one. This woman doesn't mince words nor does she use more words than what's necessary. Her comments are poetic and the rhythm of the delivery, priceless. On last night's episode she delivers a heart stopping line that sent Wesley home packing:
"Shiny, tight, and short is the quickest way to look cheap"
I think if there was such thing as a verbal bitch slap, that would have been it. You can't argue with Nina Garcia. Not when she's that impeccably put together: the hair, the makeup, the styling....distracting us from the obvious flaws. We have to give it to her though, she proves once and for all..... You don't have to be A-list to bring your A Game. Even though the guest judge was Natalie Portman on last night's Project Runway, the judge we looked forward to hearing from was Nina G... more -
Reality TV School
This class in New York could launch the next wave of reality TV stars, thanks to all the media attention it's getting. Would you sign up for this class? Why are so many people this desperate to get famous? This class in New York could launch the next wave of reality TV stars, thanks to all the media attention it's getting. Would you sign ... more
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Bravo Catch Phrase Send Offs Report Card
Catch phrase send offs are typical components of all reality shows. Although we hate to admit it, the icon of bad taste himself, Donald Trump's "You're Fired!" is the gold standard. On the other hand, Kathy Hilton's send off "You're not on the list" in the mediocre I Want to Be a Hilton, does not even rate a bronze.
Since 2004, Bravo has been churning out reality shows a la Project Runway covering cooking, modeling, bitch slapping and hairstyling. And just when you thought Bravo was done exploiting the Project Runway format, comes the announcement of yet another reality show called American Artist hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker. The program will see budding painters and sculptors competing against each other in front of a panel of judges….Yes it sounds like an SNL parody to us too. We are praying for high drama fueled high jinx or the show may be a snooze. Also SJP better nail down a GREAT catch phrase for the send offs if she wants to score high marks from us. This is even a head scratcher for us. The best we can come up with is: "You're no Picasso, get out!" or “Go back to the drawing board.”
Anyway, while we're waiting, let's take a look at and rate some of Bravo's Reality TV send offs :
Project Runway, Grade: A+
"You're out"
Sometimes simple is the best solution. The way Heidi does it gives us chills. She is soooooo German.
Top Chef, Grade: A
"Please pack your knives and go."
We heart Padma. Any woman who enjoys eating but can still maintain her figure
(Paula Dean, please read this) scores high marks. Plus, she delivers the verdict with compassion.
Shear Genius, Grade: B+
"This was your final cut."
Looking like that at the age of 62, Jaclyn Smith can say and do anything. I can't take my eyes off her. What I like more than the way she delivers it is when she scolds the other contestants who are still in. Snip, snip!
Step It Up and Dance, Grade: C-
"The show is over. It's time for your last dance."
This two-sentence send off is a bit clunky. Plus it just seems a little too contrived to have Elizabeth Berkeley as the host of a reality dance program. Who knew being able to work a stripper pole qualified you as dance critic?
Make Me a Supermodel, Grade: D
"We cannot make you a supermodel"
Ugh.. Nikki Taylor's delivery is so wooden and Tyson, oi vey! Even though he is gorgeous, he should never be allowed to open his mouth.
Top Design, Grade: F
"See you later decorator"
Grown men shouldn't be allowed to say this especially if you are a renowned designer, Jonathan Adler. Every time he says it, I just cringe. I bet his hubby (who we do love, love, love) Simon Doonan coined that one. by Raoul Calleja with Dark Roots
Catch phrase send offs are typical components of all reality shows. Although we hate to admit it, the icon of bad taste himself, Donal... more -
Sarah Jessica Parker lands Project Runway-esque Reality TV Show on Bravo!
The hourlong show has been described by the Elves team of Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz as a "Project Runway"-style competition series that takes on the art world. Aspiring artists compete to produce various styles of artwork (painting, sculpting, etc.), which is then judged by a panel of experts. The network declined to comment.
No news on when this will air as of now.... The hourlong show has been described by the Elves team of Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz as a "Project Runway"-style competition series... more -
Brooke Hogan hates voting
In what can be considered the most earth shattering and shocking news of our generation, the voice of America's youth movement, Brooke Hogan, has FINALLY issued her stance on voting.
"You know what? I am actually not that much into voting. I think it’s kinda crazy that a woman is running, because I think that women deal with a lot of emotions and menopause and PMS and stuff. Like, I’m so moody all the time, I know I couldn’t be able to run a country, ‘cause I’d be crying one day and yelling at people the next day, ya know?"
It's still unclear if she thinks math is hard and boys are dreamy. In what can be considered the most earth shattering and shocking news of our generation, the voice of America's youth movement, Brooke... more -
Get A Degree In Reality TV
It’s not uncommon for aspiring actors to audition for reality TV shows, hoping a spot on Big Brother or The Real World will get them noticed by a casting director and catapult their career into, well, reality. But now there are people who don’t really aspire to be actors who play roles, they just want to be cast as themselves because they want to be famous, if only for one season of I Love New York. As one such person said, “I see that [reality TV] would fulfill the reason why I want to get into acting in the first place. I have that desire to express myself, to get what’s inside outside and there’s no more raw, real way than reality television.” A few enterprising people have opened schools or started offering classes in cities such as New York and London, teaching people how to be on a reality TV show. Robert Galinsky, an acting coach, performer, and producer, opened the New York Reality Television School after helping someone prepare for Animal Planet’s The Groomer Has It. He shares “eight commandment of reality television,” which include “show confidence not cockiness,” “say ‘yes’ as often as possible” (the reason for all of the hookups on The Real World?), and “never say ‘I am an actor.’” During the class, five TV cameras film the students’ every move to prepare them for the intensity of starring on a show.
Maybe one day, reality TV will become a major at colleges and become such a popular career path that everyone will be on a TV show, and shows will consist of people sitting on the couch watching other reality TV shows. Let’s pray this doesn’t happen though, because even watching Justin Bobby burp on The Hills was more exciting. It’s not uncommon for aspiring actors to audition for reality TV shows, hoping a spot on Big Brother or The Real World will get them n... more -
The Kardashian’s Wild and Bumpy Ride (Photos)
Along with her brother Rob and her sister’s boyfriend Scott, the three went on the bungee jump flying ride together. Kim was so scared she said that she almost cried. You can watch the video here. The bungee ride is definitely not for the faint at heart. Along with her brother Rob and her sister’s boyfriend Scott, the three went on the bungee jump flying ride together. Kim was so scared... more
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Sarkozy Moves to Control French Media
President Nicolas Sarkozy has benefited more than almost any other politician from the media's growing obsession with celebrity. France's “téléprésident” orchestrates politics like a reality show -- and now he intends to tighten his grip on public television.
Read more... President Nicolas Sarkozy has benefited more than almost any other politician from the media's growing obsession with celebrity. Franc... more -
Heyman Hustle Takes on Playboy’s Girls Next Door (Video)
Heyman Hustle caught up with Playboy’s “The Girls Next Door,” who by the way also happen to be 82 year old Hugh Hefner’s girlfriends. I don’t want to disclose everything that was talked about so you will have to watch the video for yourself. But, it wouldn’t be right if I at least didn’t share just a few juicy details with you. Heyman Hustle caught up with Playboy’s “The Girls Next Door,” who by the way also happen to be 82 year old Hugh Hefner’s girlfriends. ... more
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Real World castmember running for congress
Alright it's not as scary as it seems, Real World season 1 cast member, Kevin Powell is running for US Congress. He seems qualified, but I guess that's because the first season wasn't as trashy as anything after season five.
http://www.kevinpowellforcongress.org/home/ Alright it's not as scary as it seems, Real World season 1 cast member, Kevin Powell is running for US Congress. He seems qualified, b... more -
"I'm not here to make friends."
At first it's amusing, then it gets depressing.
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Indian reality TV show sends kid into Hospital!
A 16 year-old girl, Shinjini Sengupta has suffered a paralytic attack losing her speech & movement of her limbs after judges on a Indian Bengali reality TV show alledgedly used harsh language for not living up to thier expectations.
Shinjini broke down while the judges actually gave their comments, which raises questions regarding children being involved in reality shows. A 16 year-old girl, Shinjini Sengupta has suffered a paralytic attack losing her speech & movement of her limbs after judges on a ... more -
Steve-O returns to mental institution
Jackass star Steve-O is back in a mental institution. The extreme risk taker was hospitalized in March at L.A.’s Cedar-Sinai Medical Center after being charged with felony cocaine possession and has checked himself back in for further treatment. Jackass star Steve-O is back in a mental institution. The extreme risk taker was hospitalized in March at L.A.’s Cedar-Sinai Medical C... more
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Project Runway Auditions, Season 6
Tim Gunn should have been my uncle. I worship him, I love him, and I can see myself hanging out at Mood with him. Unfortunately, I can't sew.
If you are a talented designer you have the opportunity to meet Tim Gunn and have your talents "assessed" by him and a panel of fashion industry experts. Yes, Project Runway auditions are commencing once again. Not sure if this is for Bravo (yeah!) or Lifetime (hmmmm) who recently purchased the show.
To be considered, you must submit your application by July 9th. For link to application go to our website Tim Gunn should have been my uncle. I worship him, I love him, and I can see myself hanging out at Mood with him. Unfortunately, I can... more -
Full Battle Rattle
New film exposes a fake Iraq in the Mojave Desert where real solders practice killing fake terrorists. That means the movie is a real documentary on a fictional reality — kinda like The Hills but with more killing. New film exposes a fake Iraq in the Mojave Desert where real solders practice killing fake terrorists. That means the movie is a real ... more
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Hey, Can I Borrow Your Baby for a Minute?
NBC airs a show based on teens basically playing house. Teen couples are allowed to take care of various children and the elderly to get a better understanding of life. NBC airs a show based on teens basically playing house. Teen couples are allowed to take care of various children and the elderly to g... more
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the 80s meet 2008
This show reminds me of a movie from the 80s...
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Kim Kardashian Out and About Photos
Kim Kardashian spent part of Saturday shopping at Intermix Boutique on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles. She wasn’t just window shopping. She made several selections and was photographed exiting the trendy establishment with tote bags in hand. Kim Kardashian spent part of Saturday shopping at Intermix Boutique on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles. She wasn’t just window shop... more
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Legally Blonde: Pink Entertainment Goliath
Description: It's a Legally Blonde world, and you're just watching the movie, the sequel to the movie, the musical and the reality show based on the musical based on the movie. Description: It's a Legally Blonde world, and you're just watching the movie, the sequel to the movie, the musical and the reality sho... more
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Could Reality TV Sink Any Lower? Doubtful
Maybe you thought reality TV hit the lowest of the low when "Fear Factor" contestants devoured cockroaches, or when gold diggers paraded their wares in hopes of marrying a millionaire, or when Tila Tequila got a second shot at "love" with 10 guys and 10 girls.
Those shows look like "Masterpiece Theater" compared to what's coming. Maybe you thought reality TV hit the lowest of the low when "Fear Factor" contestants devoured cockroaches, or when gold diggers parad... more
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