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With Sarah Lounges
Happy Holidays! So Christmas is finally here! I do not care how old
you I get, I just cannot help but love the Christmas season. Even though I
could do without the freezing cold weather, I do enjoy the snow in winter, it
really is beautiful outside. Well on to business!
AMERICAN IDOL NEWS...
Beloved co-host of American Idol, Brian Dunkleman has been replaced by Kristin Holt. Holt, as you may remember, was a semi-finalist on the first
season of American Idol. The next season begins on FOX in January.
American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson was not the only person to be signed to an RCA Records contract. Finalists - Justin Guarini, Tamyra Gray, and
Nikki McKibbin -- also scored recording contracts with the label that was/is
home to Elvis! In February of 2003, expect to see Tamyra Gray on a few episodes of the FOX television series, "Boston Public." If you have never
watched the show, I highly suggest taking time to view an episode or two, it
is a really a pretty fantastic show.
TV & MOVIE NEWS...
Those of you who loved the movie, Romy & Michelle's High School Reunion,
will be excited to hear that production has begun on a prequel called Romy
And Michelle: Behind The Velvet Rope. It follows the two girls on their journey to Hollywood right after high school graduation. It stars Katherine
Heigl ("Roswell") as Romy, Alex Breckinridge as Michelle, Kelly Brook ("The
Big Breakfast") as supermodel Linda Facciabella, and former chart-topper and
American Idol judge, Paula Abdul, as herself.
The Charlie's Angels sequel, Full Throttle, will feature a new song by Pink, who will also be making a cameo in the film. The movie reunites
original cast members Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz and Lucy Lui as well as
some new additions, including Bernie Mac, Demi Moore, Robert Patrick, Luck
Wilson, Matt LeBlanc, Crispin Glover, John Cleese... and... ugggh... the Olsen Twins.
Speaking of movie soundtracks... My sexy Brit buddies - BBMak - have recorded a new song, "Always Know Where You Are," written by the Goo Goo
Doll's frontman/vocalist Johnny Rzeznik. It is featured in the new Disney film, "Treasure Planet," in theaters now.
"The Simpsons," the greatest show ever created, will be celebrating it's 300th episode February. The storyline will be about Bart trying to become
emancipated from his parents after he finds out that they made money off him
as a baby commercial actor.
The Bravo Network will also be airing a special "Inside The Actors Studio" that will feature the Simpson's vocal cast which is made up of -- Dan
Castellaneta, Yeardley Smith, Julie Kavner, Harry Shearer, Hank Azaria, and
Nancy Cartwright.
I have to put a real quick movie plug in here. I saw this movie the other night, The Ring, and it was just about the scariest movie I have ever
seen! An edge of my seat nail biter. I highly suggest seeing this movie,
you will not regret it!
LOOKING FOR STARDOM?
Chicago's Pursuit Entertainment is announcing auditions for female pop, R&B recording/performing artist. Artist must have formal musical training
(preferably voice and/or piano) and training in dance (preferably contemporary jazz/hip-hop).
Some other specifications are: you must be a Caucasian or Latina female between the ages of 18 and 21. Having rapping and writing ability is a plus,
but not required.
For more information, you may contact Pursuit Entertainment by e-mail --
PursuitAudition@aol.com
CELEBRITIES FOR A CAUSE...
Tom Hanks. Ray Romano, Bill Cosby and Britney Spears will use their creative and artistic skills to raise money for Target House. For those not
in the know, Target House, is located in Memphis, Tennessee and is a place
where families of seriously ill children can stay while the kids are being
treated at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The stars will draw pictures of elements which will be auctioned off and put on display at Target
House. Target House was opened in 1999 and is a free-of-charge facility funded by Target stores.
J-LO: NOT "FROM THE BLOCK?"
Jennifer Lopez recently returned to her old Bronx neighborhood to film a TV interview with Diane Sawyer. It seems from press commnetaries though
that most of the people who live where she used to live, do not think too much of J. Lo these days. Some fans have complained that she did not stop to
sign autographs, and that her bodyguards pushed the excited neighborhood kids
away.
WANT A NEW YEAR'S BISCUIT?
That bass slapping guy known around town as "Mr. Jam Night" -- Biscuit Miller will on stage with the guys in his band, The Mix, on New Year's Eve.
These very cool guys will be giving young musicians a chance to cut loose and jam a little, as they host a special all ages New Year's Eve Jam Party at
LaRosa's Pizzeria (6817 Indianapolis Blvd.) in Hammond. The party starts about 9:30 p.m and will go until after midnight. For more info, call
LaRosa's at (219) 844-1000.
Well, that's all for now. I will be back in February with a Valentine's Day special. Everyone have a very happy and safe Christmas holiday!
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