This Just In.....

On her official website yesterday, Kim Kardashian has denied reports from a website that claimed her behind is "fake" and that she uses foam panties. The audacity! She denied the charges and said that her photo shoots prove that it is indeed real. I certainly believe her and I think that we can all rest a little bit easier tonight knowing that this has all been cleared up.

Also on her site, Kim posted the picture above of her and Carmen Electra, who are doing a scene where they wrestle each other (a spoof of the WWE Divas). This will apparently be a scene from a film entitled "The Greatest Movie of All-Time".

(Photos from eonline.com and OfficialKimKardashian.com)

Real World: Hollywood

First of all, let me predict that at some point in his life, Greg will become the first person in history who is not a professional wrestler to be superkicked in real life. I really think he has that in him.

Between Greg sabotaging toothbrushes, Kim doing a naked/drunk confessional, two people in anger management, one person in rehab (who thinks he's "Macho Man" Randy Savage for some reason), The Stripper and the Uptight Girl, this cast has officially surpassed the Vegas cast as of this week. Congratulations!

More Mimi

Mariah Carey throws out the first pitch at a baseball game yesterday at the Tokyo Dome in Japan:

Mimi, looking very excited in her full Glitter-era costume, managed to throw it over the plate.

"Awwww, ya jinglin' baby, go 'head baby!"

(Photos from mariahdaily.com)

Mimi Update

The wedding was about three weeks ago and defying all the odds, Mariah is still married to Nick Cannon. I'm about to lose ten bucks over this. In other Mariah news, she makes a cameo in the upcoming Adam Sandler movie You Don't Mess With The Zohan. Apparently, it is a self-depreciating appearance where she is singing the national anthem at a hackey sack game, which actually sounds pretty funny. And unlike Glitter, this is actually intended to be funny. She might get that Oscar yet!

TNA Spin Cycle

If they would replace half of the nonsense that they usually show on TNA Impact with this show (below), I bet ratings would skyrocket:

WWE Giveaway

At the end of Raw last night, Vince McMahon announced that he would be giving away a million dollars of his own money each week on Raw. He did not specify if it was a million dollars each week, a total of a millon dollars to be given away over the course of several weeks or how many weeks this would last. I guess this is their latest gimmick to fight the recent trend of falling ratings.. hey, do you smell something? Sniff. Ah, it's the sweet scent of Despiration! Pathetic.

Flavor of Love 3 Reunion

With another season of Flavor of Love wrapped up, it was time for the reunion show. Of course, two VH-1 Reunion Show staples occured:

1. We found out that the relationship didn't work out

2. The whole show had the feel of an 80's late night infomercial where you felt that at any moment some guy in a sweater was going to try to sell you a hot dog cooker

After some highlights, fake fights and post-show makeovers that would make Survivor envious, at the end of the show, Flavor Flav (now bald) spurned his beloved "Thing 2" and instead proposed to the momma of his latest baby. Ah, a classic American love story. I guess he'll be back in the fall with the wedding

(Photo from vh1.com)

Bowling Beauties

Howard TV has posted the latest edition of Bowling Beauties, featuring one of Hollywood Nation's favorite people, Leticia Cline (above). Spoiler Alert: she does advance and will face a lanky 19 year-old in the next round. She's not as technical proficient, but for some reason, I would rather watch Leticia bowl than Earl Anthony or Pete Weber. My early prediction is that adult film star Gina Lynn is going to take this thing. After all, she brought her bowling ball and a glove. Round Three will be up on June 5th. Go out of your way to catch this.

(Photo from craveonline.com/howardtv)

TNA Impact

I saw (most of) TNA Impact on Thursday and thought it was a solid show. They had a strong angle at the end with Kurt Angle, Booker, T and Team 3D giving A.J. Styles a beating. One of the best things about the angle was that it established good guys and bad guys which they must do if they are going to succeed. Too often fans don't know who to cheer for; if that element is missing then people don't get emotionally involved and if people aren't emotionally involved they won't put up that scrilla. Other good elements of the show were Awesome Kong's new fan challenge, the return of Booker T's English accent, and the Beautiful People vs. Roxxi feud. If you aren't watching UFC tonight (I'm rooting for Tito Ortiz) then check out the replay at 10PM CST on Spike TV. And at the very least, watch it to see Christy Hemme (above). Holy smokes.

(Photo from tnawrestling.com)

American Idol: Season Finale

After five months, it's finally time to decide a winner. But first-- two hours of filler! Highlights included:

- Things started off decent with the group performance of "Get Ready", which was one of the better group numbers this year. Could have done without the David's sappy duet of "Hero".

- Summer movie tie-in! Mike Myers did a taped/live skit that went on far too long. I smell a flop! At least Mini-Me is working again.

- Our first celebrity duet of the night as Seal joins Syesha for that "I Have Been Waiting" song, which still reminds me of NBC's new fall season ad campaign from a couple of years ago. I thought Seal kind of overpowered her, but hey, the guy is on a roll.

- Next up was the Donna Summer medley from the girls, highlighted by rocker Amanda Overmeyer looking awkward in a dress while doing basic choreography and singing disco. This is exactly why the live American Idol concerts are so fun. The Disco Queen herself joined the girls and even shared the mic with Syesha, who fared better this time out.

- Carly the tattoo girl and Michael Johns joined together for a nice duet. Carly seemed better without the pressure of the contest and seemed to let loose more.

- Jimmy Kimmel did a little comedy segment highlighted by making a joke about Sanjaya parking cars. For some reason, he was actually there.

- Simon was quiet for most of the evening (before delivering a big mea culpa to David Cook at the end). Paula couldn't sit down for most of the night. And Randy. Aw, holmes! Whoever talked him into that jacket was a hell of a salesman:

Seriously, don't they have mirrors in California? Where have I seen that monstrosity before? I know I've seen it before! Wait, it's coming to me.........

Aw hell naw! Who knew that Captain Kangaroo was a fashion pioneer?

- "Summer of '69", "Heaven"-- it could only mean a segment with annoying Canadian rocker Bryan Adams. Painful. Things got a little better though with David Cook's performance of "Sharp Dressed Man" with ZZ Top. At this point, the show fell off a cliff with back to back segments of Graham Nash and Brooke White (snooze), the Jonas Brothers, One Republic and David Archuleta, and the return of the "I Am Your Brother" guy. This was the most brutal stretch of television since the last "M*A*S*H" marathon on TV Land.

- Last year's winner, Jordin Sparks, returned. She's still very tall.

- Summer movie tie-in #2: Funny skit with old footage of Gladys Knight and "The Pips", who consisted of Robert Downey Junior, Jack Black and Ben Stiller. This was followed by a performance from Idol alumni Carrie Underwood, who has improved so much from her Idol days, when I absolutely could not stand her. See, I give props when they're due.

- Guitar Hero commercials with the two Davids. This was more charisma than Archuleta has shown all season.

- One last singing segment with a George Michael medley from the Idols, then the man himself hits the stage. He looks rough. It's not 1987 anymore. He sang one of the new songs and it went on forever. At least we still have the "Faith" album.

- Finally after all this, a winner is announced. David Cook pulled it out, with a margin of 12 million votes. He got teary eyed for a bit, then sang the awful contest-winning song, as the runner up smiled and contemplated the long car ride home with his physco father. Good night now!

(Photo from ew.com)

Returing Favorites

What would I do without VH-1? They finally announced a second season of what was perhaps my favorite reality show: Charm School. In the upcoming season, Sharon Osborne will take over the Mo'nique role and the girls will be from the first two seasons of Rock of Love this time. The freaks will be fighting for a $100,00 grand prize. Guaranteed to be skank-o-licious!

And not to be outdone, the good folks over at the CW announced that they would be bringing back a modern day version of 90210 in the fall season. It will focus on a new batch of kids but the big news is that some of the stars from the old show will be returning. Kelly and Donna have reportedly already signed on and perezhilton.com reported today that Steve Sanders could be a possibility. Could Nat from the Peach Pit be far behind? And in even bigger news, they have a black guy in the cast! Holy shit! I am so stoked!

Say It Ain't So!

I thought it was quite odd that William Regal (above) lost a "Loser Leave WWE" match last night on Raw out of nowhere. Turns out that he got suspended for failing a WWE "Wellness" test (second offense). See ya in 60, buddy!

Seriously though, this is a shame because after being in the mid-card seemingly forever, the guy was on the verge of probably his biggest push ever. Hopefully the violation was for somethng minor and he can get back on track. I'm one of his biggest fans, so I'm pulling for him. On another note, it's going to be kind of tough for WWE to give long term title pushes to Regal, Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton, who are all on their second strikes. Maybe this can lead to pushes for guys like Shelton Benjamin, John Morrison and Elijah Burke. Just kidding. We'll be stuck with the same handful of guys on top for years. Anybody down for yet another triple threat title match?

American Idol: Battle of the Davids

Okay, against my better judgment, I watched the show anyway. It was the dreaded Battle of the Davids-- and man did it live down to my expectations! First of all, they did a boxing theme throughout the night and they even rolled out Michael Buffer to "Let's Get Ready To Rumble" this thing. Two big questions: 1) Andrew Lloyd Weber again? and 2) why do they insist on doing the original song each year? It sucks each and every time without fail! Anyway, even though I wanted Cook to win, I thought Archuleta was slightly better (but tons more annoying). As soon as Cook said he chose something from Collective Soul, I knew it was over. So who was the best singer of the day? Well, that was me in the car singing along to Hall and Oates "Method of Modern Love" earlier today but that's besides the point. I predict that America will choose Archuleta and the franchise will fold within two years. Can't wait for the "surprises" tomorrow. I hope they bring Toni Braxton back again. That's the only thing that can save the night.

Flavor of Love 3 Finale

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Tell me this brother didn't pick "Thing 2"! All of those broads to choose from and he picks one that looks like a muppet with an overbite! But then again, he wasn't going to get anywhere with "Black", so this was probably his best solution. From the previews of the reunion show, it looks like he might propose next week. I guess they'll make a show out of that too. VH-1 is never gonna shake this guy

(Photo from vh1.com)

Kardashians Season Finale

We have sadly reached the last episode of the season (I think). In the final outing of this go-round, the crew traveled to New Orleans to take part in a celebrity charity event put on bKim's boyfriend Reggie Bush of the New Orleans Saints. Afterwards, while munching on some beignets (you must try them) they just happened to run into some victims of Hurricane Katrina who were nice enough to show them around the town, including some of the damaged areas. Even the usually dense Kim could figure out that they needed some help. So they arranged for the family to get new furniture when their new home was ready. Then Reggie Bush came by and signed some footballs. And they all lived happily ever after. Can't wait until next season.

E! also kept running commercials for upcoming reality shows from Denise "Black Man's Kryptonite" Richards and Lindsay Lohan's mother. The funny part about the Lohan show is that Lindsay is not actually in it but from the looks of the previews, all they do is talk about Lindsay. So sad. And much like last night's pay-per-view show, both shows look perfectly skipable.

(Photo from eonline.com)

Judgment Day Results

Results from last night's WWE Judgement Day pay-per-view show:

- John Cena beat JBL in the opener

- The Miz and John Morrison beat Kane and C.M. Punk

- Chris Jericho beat Shawn Michaels. Nobody turned- yet.

- Interview with Mickie James. She said her date with John Cena went well. One would assume that she gave it up on the first date.

- Mickie retained the Women's title over Melina and Beth Phoenix by pinning Melina

- Undertaker beat Edge-- by countout(!). The world's greatest GM, Vickie Guerrero, declared that since it was a countout, the title was still vacant.

- Jeff Hardy beat MVP

-In the main event cage match, Triple H beat Randy Orton

Sounded like a perfectly skipable show.

Figure News

Coming this summer to complete your NWA Saturday Night collection... Nikita Koloff. You can pre-order at ringsidecollectibles.com.

(Photo from wrestlingfigs.com)

Real World: Hollywood

This season's Real World cast is off the chain. A lot of this week's episode was focused on my most disliked cast member, Kim, who gave the big "let's not get ghetto"/"Blackville" speech a couple of weeks ago. Here she is talking all of this trash and she's the biggest tramp in the house! (Almost). She reminds me of Brooke Hogan if Brooke were more of a whore... I was rolling my eyes during the Greg modeling segments. If that clown can be a model, then I'm going to give up soda for a month, get in shape, and hop up on the runway my damn self... That poor stripper girl; sleeping with guys right on national TV. It's sad. I had to crack up though when the other self-righteous girl called her mother and she advised "GET OUT OF THERE!" as if the house was on fire. Hey, they were only doing the Wild Thing not killing anyone... I long for the days when Real World was only a half hour.

Tonight On Impact

Tonight on TNA Impact (Spike TV, 8PM CST), it's Gail Kim challenging for the Knockouts Title against the champ, Awesome Kong. It gets no better than this! Plus my favorite tag team, The Beautiful People, against ODB and the newly shaven Roxxi the Voodoo Queen. What more could you ask for?

(Photo from tnawrestling.com)

American Idol Results

What a waste of an hour. The results show was all filler with recaps, hometown footage and Fantasia's bright red hair (how about those backup dancers!). The only good part of the evening was the group performance of "Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now", which used to be the theme song of the St. Louis Steamers soccer team in the 80's. "Number nine, from St. Louis--Don EEEEEBert!" But I digress. In the end, Syesha left, as everyone knew. So the producers got their David vs. David showdown that they wanted. Congratualtions. I'll be watching something more exciting like paint drying and grass growing.

American Idol

We are down to the final three and it was a predictible night (except that Paula occasionally made sense). David Archuleta was okay but it was the same old stuff. He failed miserably trying to do a cover of a Chris Brown song. That's why I think he will be a tough sell once he puts out a CD: he can't do the pop songs that the younger audience wants to hear and older folks don't want to hear ballads from a 17 year old. But I guess we will find out. David Cook had more power ballads. Syesha did fine but the producers handcuffed her with that last song so that they could get their precious David/David showdown next week. It should be predictible again tonight.

Howard Stern's Bowling Beauties

The last time that I watched an entire bowling show was an episode of Bowling For Dollars back in 1979. That all changed yesterday when I caught the debut of Howard Stern's Bowling Beauties on the Howard TV On Demand channel. It lived up to the hype. It's probably up there with Good Times, Sanford and Son, and the first season of the Surreal Life as one of my favorite shows ever. Gratuituous camera shots, trash talking, and hot women in bikinis-- that's a pretty damn good combination. It's a tournament format and the second half of the first round takes place on May 22nd (which is when former TNA interviewer Leticia Cline will bowl). My only complaint-- I wish there was a new episode every day.

(Photo from craveonline.com)

Notes From The Survivor Finale

Notes from last night's Survivor finale (which, by the way, I think was the arguably the best season ever):

I was hoping that Cirie would win, but she fell just short. Then I was positive that Amanda had it in the bag, but for some reason they gave it to Parvati. They should all be lucky that Natalie (above) didn't end up whipping them all. She just has that evil look. She would make an excellent movie villian. Couldn't you see her plotting against James Bond or punching someone's grandmother in the face? She would be perfect. Too bad I couldn't understand her "bedroom" question to Parvati at the final Tribal Council. I have a feeling that I'm not alone in that... Speaking of that final Tribal Council, has there ever been a more bitter one? People were furious. Haven't they learned that you have to backstab in order to win? Like Scott Hall said, you can either make friends or make money. Then your boy Ozzie went out soft by saying he was falling in love with Amanda. Aw man, homie... In the surprise of the show, Amanda was much hotter on the island than after the show... Was is just me, or could Jeff Probst barely contain his contempt for Johnny Fairplay?... They teased that there was a suprise couple on the show-- then they showed them and I had no idea who in the hell they were... Only one problem now: How in the world are they going to top this season?

(Photo from cbs.com)

Special Programming Note

Today is the debut of Bowling Beauties on Howard Stern TV, featuring one of Hollywood Nation's favorite divas, Leticia Cline (above). A bunch of broads in bikinis and high heels in a bowling tournament-- sounds good to me. If you don't have the Howard Stern On Demand Channel, it's phenominal. I highly recommend it. The Mexican Delivery Game alone is worth the price.

(Photo from craveonline.com)

TNA Sacrifice Results

Results from tonight's TNA Sacrifice pay-per-view show (which I did not see):

- Kurt Angle announced at the top of the show that he had a neck injury and would not be taking part in the main event.

- LAX won that convoluted tag team tournament (I think). Honestly, I could not keep up with who was in this thing or the point of it all.

- Kaz won the latest X Division gimmick match where the purpose was to climb out of a hole in the top of the cage. Ridiculous. He earned an X Division title match and a spot in tonight's main event.

- Sweet little Roxxi the Voodoo Queen got her hair shaved by losing the battle royal/ladder match to Gail Kim. The Beautiful People (who caused her to lose) apparently were mocking her while her head was being shaved and the babyface girls were crying. Loud "Fire Russo" chants. I wonder if this was Roxxi's idea though because she was on the local Stranglehold radio show and said that her hair was falling out due to the dreadlocks that she used to have. Hopefully, this will make for a good feud between Gail/Roxxi vs. The BP's. I love the BP's.

- Samoa Joe (above) beat Scott Steiner and Kaz when Joe pinned Steiner. Said to be a good match.

(Photo from tnawrestling.com)

WWE Supershow Taping in St. Louis

Attention St. Louis WWE fans: According to information at wwe.com, WWE will be taping a week's worth of TV (Smackdown, ECW, and Raw) on Sunday, August 31st at the Scottrade Center. Tickets go on sale July 19th. The whole damn company is coming! Even Mike Adamle!

The End of An Era

Arguably the hottest woman in the history of WWE is no longer with the company. Yesterday, it was announced on wwe.com that Torrie Wilson had been released after seven years with the company. Just a few weeks ago she had announced that she had been advised not to wrestle again due to back injuries. She debuted in the now defunct WCW and immediately raised the bar for broads in wrestling.

She will leave us with such memories as the time she brought her father into wrestling and he married Dawn Marie, the Torrie/Dawn kiss, her stint with the Filthy Animals, her debut WWE appearance with Vince McMahon and the time her and Hulk Hogan went to a firing range (prompting Hogan to look at her and say "The Lord is my shepherd, I see what I want"). I'm not sure what the future holds for her in wrestling; maybe TNA could use her as a manager although they are already loaded with females. She has a clothing store in Texas. Perhaps she could do like The Black Charmer suggested awhile back and open up a Curves franchise. Regardless, the staff of Hollywood Nation wishes her the best and hopes that she has a very successful post-WWE career.

(Top photo available at allposters.com)

American Idol Results

Finally, about five weeks too late, Jason Castro was sent packing. And he wore the "I don't give a shit" face to the very end. I had to laugh during his wrap-up segment when they showed him right next to the guy in the fur coat, as I had suggested yesterday. Very fitting. We will miss him. Well, not really.

Also, last night's show would have obviously fit neatly into a half hour but instead they rolled out another half hour of pure nonsense filler. I don't think I can stand another segment of questions from the viewers. Has David Archuletta ever said anything even remotely funny, entertaining or memorable? He has to be the most boring contestant in the history of the show. I wonder if his father is going to have a fit in the audience when David Cook beats him? I guess we'll find out in two weeks (unless Syesha can eek out a victory and "spoil" the big showdown).

American Idol

We're down to four and it was Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Week. First let's get it out of the way-- Jason was atrocious. It could not be more blatant that he needs to be sent packing this week. That cover of "I Shot The Sheriff" was not just bad, it was almost insulting. That performance belonged in the early rounds alongside the Asian guy in the fur coat singing "I Am Your Brother". His second song wasn't any better. Why would he choose Bob Dylan? Bob Dylan can't even sing Bob Dylan songs! Just awful. David Archuletta is technical proficient, but to me he lacks any soul and passion with his songs. He has never sang anything that I would want to hear again, let alone go out and actually purchase. David Cook has cooled off in recent weeks. His performance of "Hungry Like The Wolf" only made you want to hear the original. Once again, I thought Syesha was ahead of the pack. We'll see if the votes bear that out tonight (or if I will be watching Beauty and The Geek next week).

DAYUM!

Ladies and Gentlemen: the new cover of Vibe magazine. I'm almost sorry that I cut this broad loose.

Hottest Women On TV

Recently, TV Guide declared that Jennifer Love Hewitt was the hottest woman on televison. Aw, c'mon. Sure she's cute and has a nice rack, but the hottest woman on TV? So I got to thinking, if not JLH, then who? So here are Hollywood Nation's finalists for Hottest Woman on TV (in no particular order):

Tyra Banks (The Tyra Banks Show, America's Next Top Model): Crazy as hell, but that just makes her more charming.

Kim Kardashian (Keeping Up With The Kardashians): See Above Rump

Hayley Norman (Deal or No Deal): Case #25; #1 in our hearts

Leticia Cline (Beauty and The Geek, Howard TV's Bowling Beauties): One more good reason to stop watching American Idol (which comes on the same time as her show)

Gail Kim (TNA Impact): If you can sit through the sheer crap showcased on most editions of Impact, at least you get rewarded by seeing a Gail Kim match.

(Hayley photo from nbc.com)

Say It Ain't So!

An article in the latest Rolling Stone magazine alleges that WWE Diva Ashley Massaro was hired by a Los Angeles escort service that set up meetings between clients and famous women (Playboy and Maxim models and adult film stars). Ashley denied it in a statement on her My Space page and said that her lawyer was looking into it. In addition, the Wrestling Observer reported that there is a swimsuit model in Las Vegas who also goes by the name of "Ashley Massaro" that the Rolling Stone article could have possibly confused with WWE's Ashley. Drama! It will certainly be interesting to see how this thing unfolds.

In related news, I would like to take this time to issue my own statement regarding this situation. As astute readers of this blog may recall, I have been seen in the company of the forementioned Miss Massaro (above). I am officially going on record that I did NOT have sexual relations with that young woman. I hope this clears up and dispells any rumors that may have been reported to the contrary.

Special Programming Note

Worlds are colliding. Madonna is scheduled to promote her new CD on BET's 106th and Park today. Oh Lord, I hope she doesn't try to participate in Freestyle Fridays.

Ladies and Gentlemen: Mrs. Mariah Cannon

Wow, and we thought she was crazy when she was pushing that ice cream cart around on MTV! According to several outlets, Mariah Carey did indeed get married to Nick Cannon on Wednesday in the Bahamas. No pre-nup was signed. There goes that "Emancipation of Mimi" money. I would wish the couple the best of luck but 1) it ain't gonna happen and 2) I'm a hater. I give this one three months before he gets tired of hearing her talk. Well, at the least, I hope he doesn't keep her locked up like the last one.

(Photo from I-D Magazine, on sale May 8th)

American Idol Results

Finally, bland Brooke got her walking papers. What do you want from me? Sympathy? She's been horrible since Week One! I still can't wait for Dreadlocks to get cut too so we can finally see that smug look wiped off of his face. I suppose him or Syesha will go next week, and then the battle of the Davids. How exciting. This might kill the franchise once and for all.

Say It Ain't So

According to some online reports, Mariah Carey has been sporting an engagement ring and is allegedly getting married to ..................... that clown Nick Cannon, from MTV's Wild N Out! Oh hell no! Has she ever seen that show? That guy is corny! I bet he doesn't even have his own internationally read blog! Or a wrestling figure collection arranged by mid-carders and main eventers! Man, she is trippin'. I hate to see her go out like this.