Today’s Idol headlines after the jump…
IDOL WATCH
Sanjayamania
Nobody really expected him to win. But for a brief spell it seemed as if Sanjaya Malakar had half the world on his side. Despite questionable singing skills and dubious choices in material, the 17- year-old native of Washington state soared through the “American Idol” elimination battles week after week, causing more drama in the nation’s living rooms than an entire season of “24.”….
Simple formula drives Nickelback
…Horrendous traffic around Hershey prevented many people from seeing the first opener, American Idol darling Daughtry.
They’re taking a (lemonade) stand for sick children
Cool-drink sellers dot the area, making bucks for charity
…In addition to the cups of lemonade, Munsey was also selling $5 autographed pictures and CDs of hometown favorite Elliott Yamin, dropped off early yesterday morning by his brother. The American Idol finalist was one of Whitney’s favorites, and he visited her during one of her hospital stays…
Former American Idol star Clay Aiken, to perform at Institution July 20
Clay Aiken, former American Idol star, will make his debut performance at Chautauqua Institution on Friday, highlighting the schedule during the fourth week of the institution’s season….
SMILEY MILEY
‘HANNAH’ STAR REIGNS AT TV’S POP PRINCESS
In the battle of the pop princesses, the Disney Channel - and a 14-year-old singer named Miley Cyrus - have emerged victorious. With more than a little help from the Mouse House, Cyrus dealt a serious blow to “American Idol” winner Kelly Clarkson’s bid to break out of her gilded cage with a more mature-sounding record. Last week, Cyrus landed the number-one spot on Billboard with her new CD, “Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus.” Clarkson came in second place…
Can Katharine McPhee Last Without Stage Presence?
While writing this article may sabotage any chance I have at a future relationship with 2006 American Idol runner-up Katharine McPhee, I feel compelled to single her out as an emblem of how essential it is for a true pop star to command the stage….
HEY, PAULA, STOP BITCHING ABOUT THE MEDIA
See Paula dry her eyes, gather her strength and go out in public.
See Paula triumph.
This is the dreary and repetitive scenario that awaits anyone who chooses to watch the Bravo “reality” series “Hey, Paula” in which Paula Abdul goes from sad to triumphant in 30 minutes.
After just a few episodes, it’s become obvious that this is going to be the plotline week after week: Basically, Paula fretting (and usually weeping) over what other people think about her - how she looks, what she’s wearing and what she says……
Summer Showdown held Saturday
…People had to stare at Jenny Gleason. The 28-year-old Inverness resident is six and one half months pregnant and had the belly to show for it. Gleason, who has auditioned for “American Idol,” said she was running despite having a high risk pregnancy. She has a thyroid condition but her gynecologist gave her the thumbs up for racing…
Red carpet stroll was just right
What, no screaming teenage girls?
Surely you thought, with six months to choreograph David Beckham’s arrival in Los Angeles, “American Idol” mastermind Simon Fuller could’ve conjured up a few weepy 15-year-old girls for some swooning Friday morning at Beckham’s introductory press conference.
What’s a British Invasion without the jelly-legged teeny-boppers?
After all, this is the same guy who managed to dig up a 13-year old girl who’d cry over Sanjaya Malakar…….
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Gotta love a country that has one of its drinking songs immortalized as another country’s national anthem.
Speaking of Britain… GO PAUL POTTS!!!!!
I was obviously being dead serious when I said that about Taylor’s girlfriend, obviously.
I heart Afan. Oh how I’ve missed you. :)
And I was obviously being obvious when I obviously responded to you. OBVIOUSLY. ;) You did say it though, and joking or not, I did find the comment a bit stinging. I mean, we’re so obsessed with a particularly blow-up-doll type of beauty that even Katharine McPhee, one of the most naturally gorgeous women I’ve ever seen, needs to wear hair extensions and false eyelashes, and to be airbrushed within an inch of her life, to be “sexy.”
Seriously, although I’m not a fan of short hair on women, I think his girlfriend looks cute and spunky. An entirely different brand of sexy, but sexy nonetheless.
thanks for the book info griz, i thought everything was public knowledge! LOL
radname
Jul 15th, 2007 at 9:03 am
I always view My Way as an Elvis song, the lyrics seem like they were written for him.
I agree; but I love Paul Anka’s “My Way,” as he wrote it.
I don’t know if the ESPY’s were on tonight for the first time or if was a repeat but hearing Just to Feel that Way for “Best Moment” was awesome!! Made my night.
?? More info Wee, are u saying “JTFTW” was used as they were announcing the noms for best moment? And who won ? :)
Yeah, they played JTFTW and I wasn’t watching, only listening! the song was the background to all the nominated moments. Sorry, but i was loving the song and wasn’t really watching the nominees for the moments. I was doing dishes and hubby was watching it. I did see the part for the best record breaker. Thought Michael Phelps would win but it was a football player.
I must say the song really fit the category-oh a Tiger Woods moment was a nominee-brain flashed it back. I bet tonight I will remember more. think Tony Dungy was one too.
This was the list of nominees, the first one won. I’m amazed I remembered Tiger Woods and Tony Dungy.
Best Moment
* New Orleans, Monday Night Football - Saints Return, Beat the Falcons
Tiger Woods, British Open - Tears of Joy
Tony Dungy vs Lovie Smith - Super Bowl’s First African American Coaches
Derek Fisher - Father First, Utah Jazz Second