Public Speaking is Tough for Actresses?

Yesterday, I wrote about Dakota Fanning and mentioned her friend and costar Kristin Stewart. The only fair thing to do is to write about Miss Stewart for today.

In an article by OK Magazine, it claims that Kristin is getting better at public speaking. It mentions that while on-air in live performances Kristin consistently scratches her head, plays with her hair, hunches over or (and sometimes simultaneously) rocks back and forth; all strong signals she is really nervous. You would think being the star of Twilight movies and being in the limelight constantly would have changed that, but if you think about it it may have made it worse. However, OK says that her BAFTA speech was better than her MTV speech where she dropped her award. The online article also shows videos of Kristin's guest spots on talk shows and the two award speeches.

Dakota Turns 16 and Acts Grown Up

So, what did you guys think about Nikkole? She was very soft spoken and seemed very sad and immature and weak, like a door-mat for a good portion but I'm glad she finally grew a backbone. And I'm also glad to see her taking responsibility with son Lyle. Your guys' opinions?

So, according to Twinkle [title linked], a branch of Star Magazine, Dakota Fanning turns 16 soon and she had an early birthday celebration with little sister Elle along with 40 other party-goers. She had a three layer cake that included chocolate mousse and dinner was held at the Villa Blanca in Beverly Hills. She told paps on her way out that she is not desperate to get her license unlike most 16 year-olds becasue she never got and doesn't even have her permit. Dakota is the relatively new star of "Twilight: New Moon" where she plays evil vampire Jane and the most recent is project is drug abusing, lesbian Cherie Currie in "The Runaways" where she has a kissing scene with Kristen Stewart (also of Twilight fame, she plays Bella) who is portraying Joan Jett. Read the article on taking a grown-up role here in this Star article.

Also, another interesting note is the fact that Kim Kardashian of the infamous Kardashian sisters from "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" asks Dr.Oz about the reasoning behind why father Robert Kardashian, O.J. Simpson's attorney, died. She asks him questions about esopheagilical cancer on a special edition episode of Dr.Oz's show "Ask Dr.Oz." Read the blurb here.

Lindsay Coming Clean?

In an article by US Weekly (title-linked), Lindsay Lohan talks to the press. She talks to the magazine about her use of drugs, specifically cocaine. Lindsay blames father, Michael Lohan a former drug addict for her curiousity and use. The public is not unawares of this use. Police found the star in possesion when she was arrested for DUIs in 2007. She went to rehab three times for the problem. She says that she really hit rock bottom and started abusing all the mind altering substance once her father started speaking out to the public.

Lohan Takes It Personal

So, before I begin today's topic, let me start by saying don't forget to watch episode #2 of MTV's "16 and Pregnant" airing tonight at 10PM/9C. Tonight we focus on a young girl, Nikkole, whose boyfriend and mother fight while she's in labor. According to the sneak peek here, it looks like even boyfriend's mama takes the pregnant teen's mother's side. Come join me to watch and discuss on LIVE video chat on Skype at peispennythoughts. If you don't have Skype its a quick download here and if you don't have a camera or microphone thats fine, you can still see and hear me as long as you have speakers.

Ok, today's topic is the fact that when starlet Lindsay Lohan was complimented by a young fan of her work in "The Parent Trap", a movie Lindsay did when she was 11. When she recieved this compliment, according to PerezHilton.com, Lindsay had a break down. After recieving the compliment, Lindsay went sobbing into the arms of a handler. Also, while at the club she smoked and drank and asked for the cabana curtains to be closed because there was too much paparazzi. She even dissed the DJ saying that ex Samantha Ronson was better. Check the story out here.

Later on there will be a Monday topic, but no Sunday topic.

Alexis ends up with baddies

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"Family Guy" Actress Takes Down Palin!

Well I have not been able to watch the recent episode of "Family Guy", I have heard that former Alaskan governor Sarah Palin and daughter Bristol were not pleased with the how people with Down Syndrome were portrayed. They took the media to public speak out and calling creater Seth MacFarlan cruel and heartless. Its a good thing she hasn't seen "Robot Chicken" then. Little did she know that the actress who voice the characer of 'Ellen' who had Down Syndrome actually had down syndrome herself. She writes in an email message that essentially Palin needs to have sense of humor, and that she can't shelter son Trig who also has Down Syndrome. You can take a look at her response at Perez Hilton's gossip blog which is title-linked.

For today's (Sat 2/21) topic I am writing about how Kardashian Baby-Daddy Scott Disick claims that all he hears is anger in the Kardashian household.  On a Thursday radio call with Ryan Seacrest, Disick retaliated a recent tabloid story. He refuted the cover story which was that he and Kourtney and her family and him have a fiery relationship. He says that its simply that their mother, Kris Jenner just despises him. Whenever he hears Kris' voice, all he hears is anger. He claims that he thinks Kourtney and himself still love each other a little bit, enough so that they will get back together again. He says they are already getting along better right now. He says the tension is because Kris just prefers athletes more because she thinks they make better people. He also claims to love the baby son he has with Kourteny, Mason. The entire story can be read here at Yahoo OMG in conjunction with US Magazine.

New Season, New Look?

I found this article with the help via Tweet of Perez Hilton of PerezHilton.com. This article can by found in NY Mag. The exact article has been title-linked. According the magazine, Tyra Banks told WWD magazine that she has taken her style down a little bit for the new season of "America's Next Top Model" which airs on CW. The show is set to return March 8th at 8PM (EST). The new judge who takes Twiggy's seat is Andre DeLeon. After the Blonds fashion show, Mr.Jay Manuel confirms this more low-key look. He also goes on to explain what Tyra meant by "toned down". While she will still have her fabolous make-up and clothing her hair will not be sporting any weaves this season. Mr.Jay calls it a more French-sophisticated look rather than her her very Tyra-fied self.

Jon and Kate Back(With Eight?)

Now before we get to the reason you're here, lets get to the real truthfeul reason. To breifly dicuss the first pregnant teen, now mother, of MTV's "16 and Pregnant". The second season kicked off last night at 10PM/9C on MTV with the story of Jenelle, a 16 year old from North Carolina. She seemed okay at first, seemed to be smart but hey, I should have seen the signs. Her boyfriend is an alcoholic, was once a model but is now flat broke and lives 4 hours away. You can watch the latest episode here plus bonus material.

Hmm..news seems to be sooo sloow and lacking today. Ah, something from the New York Post. Title-linked, of course. Accoriding to the Post, Jon Goesselin has settled a lawsuit with TV Channel TLC (Tender Loving Care) which then leaves the air clear for a [triumphant?] return to cable TV. Both RadarOnline and TLC confirm to the Post that the Gosselins have and have had a contract with the station. It appears that Kate and Jon are working things out so that "Kate Plus 8" can go on as planned.

In the Gossip Spirit

Since tonight is the premiere of MTV's second season of "16 and Pregnant" [ join me on Skype at peispennythoughts tonight at 10pM/9PMC to chat about what we see] I've decided to do a very gossip-y random post about the the "8 Types of People that Belong on Twitter" which was an article tweeted by none other than Mr. Perez Hilton of PerezHilton.com. Also, since I didn't do an article yesterday, I shall do a second one today. I didn't do one yesterday because it was a national holiday here in America (President's Day) and so I had no school and therefore was at my boyfriends. I'm not sure on my second articles topic just yet. So I will get started with the type of twitterers.

This list is composed by Inc.com (title linked) and tweeted by Perez Hilton:

• Type number one is that of "The Personality". According to Inc.com these are people like celebs (they reference Perez and Oprah amongst a few others) as well as the big shots of big name brands (they suggest the CEO of Zappos.com). These are people who have distinctive "voice" and they're tweets are always meaningful in some way or another.
• Type number two is that of "The Guide". These are people whose specific role is to search out other tweets in the purpose of finding answers to certain questions. They reference a Blackberry-related company that troubleshoots blackberrys.
• Type number three is "The Brand Watch-Dog". These are people who work for a specific company and then are on the look-out for questions about their company or a product the company provides. Once one of these wondering tweets are spotted by the watch-dog, he or she responds personally to each tweet.
• Type number four is very similar to that of the watch-dog but is in fact quite different. This is "The Customer Support Rep". These are people who are answering questions in other sites, and use Twitter as a another way of reaching the customer. Often thes people are just regular people who have resolved issues on their own.
• Type number five is that of "The Publisher". These are people who use Twitter to give the public an idea of their company or news stories. Often new stories are published first on Twitter before hitting major magazines, newspapers and other media.
• Type number six is that of "The Promotion Channel". As the name clearly indicates, these are Twittereers who use their Twitter for promoting items and such. But besides from the commerece (Amazon is the chosen subject) spammers can run promotion channels too so be careful.
• Type number seven is that of "The Conversationalist". This person is someone who responds personally to direct Tweets, or Tweets in general. They build loyalty and friendship with their followers and are an active member of the Twitter community.
• And last but not least is that of type nu,ber eight; that of "The Curious". I actually happen to fall under this category. We are people who don't post often but are members in order to spot out new information about brands, or celebs or news.

Topic number two is.....that of the recent engagement of two fairly known celebs. Nicole Richie and Joel Madden have gotten engaged according to this article in US Weekly. Monday night Madden Tweeted about the engagement. I browsed but could not find the specific Tweet. On "The Late Show with David Letterman" set to air Friday, Richie confirms the engagement. Letterman asks if they are married to which she replies 'no', so he asks if they are engaged to which she replies 'recently actually' according to the magazine. Richie's father is the infamous Lionel Richie and Madden is from a rock band that was a hit when I was back in high school- Good Charlotte. Ritchie and Madden have two kids together, Harlow (2 years) and Sparrow aka Row (5 months) together. However, when Ritchie appeared on Regis and Kelly she was not wearing a ring and did not talk about the engagement but she has been seen with a large stone.

Most Kissable-TV Stars

With Valentines Day just a day away, I have decided to do an "article" on the most kissable (both male and female) of TV with the help of Yahoo TV. Yahoo's blurbs under the pictures of the stars is title linked. What I will do with each star is a quick bio and a link to  their IMDB pages and any charities they may be big parts of.

1.
Ian Somerhalder: He plays a vampire on "Vampire Diaries" which airs on the CW.  He started his acting carrer in 1997 and is son to a massage therapist and a building contractor.

2.
Rashida Jones: One of the members of the "Parks and Recreation" show on NBC, who first appeared on "The Office". She started acting in 1997.

3.
Josh Holloway: He is the most know for his role as Sawyer on ABC's hit show "Lost" which just had its final season premiere.  He started acting in 1999 but was in the public as a model before then.

4.
 Leighton Meester: First broke out big into the acting sign with the CW's hit "Gossip Girl".  She really was on the scene before then in 1999 in an episode of "Law and Order".

5.
Simon Baker: He is the star of the hit show on "The Mentalist" on CBS. Simon first appeared on the scene in 1987.

6.
Lea Michele: She plays superstar-wannabe Rachel on Fox's wildly popular musical TV show "Glee". Michele has amazing pipes and first appeared in the acting world in 1998 as an obscure background vocal.

7.
Matt Bomer: He is the star of the new show "White Collar" on USA Network which is about a criminal lessening his sentence by helping law enforcement catch other criminals. Bomer first appeared on the scene in 2000 on an episode of "All My Children" as Ian Kipling.

8.
Sofia Vergara: She is on the show "Modern Family" which airs on ABC. She hails from Columbia where she made her acting debut in 1995 on a Spanish TV series.

9.
LL Cool J: Currently LL is on the show "NCIS: Las Angeles" which airs on CBS right after "NCIS" but LL has been a star way before TV. He is most notably known for his rap/hip-hop career. He first appeared as an actor back in 1986 as a rapper in a little known movie.

10.
Christina Hendricks: She appears on the popular AMC show "Mad Men". She broke onto the scene in 1999 in a little known TV movie. She also appeared in "Firefly" but her name was never given in the credits.

11.
Joshua Jackson: He appears on the hit show "Fringe" which airs on Fox right after "Bones" (which is my favorite show of all time btw).  He first appeared on the scene 1991.

12.
Sarah Silverman: She is the star of "The Sarah Silverman Program" on Comedy Central. She is most known for her relationship with Jimmy Kimmel and their split (or not-its still unclear) but she started acting in 1993 on "SNL".

13.
Taylor Kitsch: He is the rough and ruggend, good-hearted (mostly) teen on "Friday Night Lights" on NBC. He started his acting on TV in 1996 on an episode of a little known show.

14.
Alyson Hannigan: She plays the wicked funny Lily on NBC's "How I Met Your Mother".  She started her carrer in 1986 on a little known film.

15.
Andy Whitfield: He is an actor in the TV series "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" which is a show I have NEVER heard of but I guess it exists. This show airs on Starz. He started his career in 2004 on an episode of "All Saints".

16.
Kara DioGuardi: She is best known as the "American Idol" judge who came in last season. She has never been an actress or been on TV until last season but she has had her voice on a lot of TV soundtracks.

17.
Andy Samberg: He is a star of "SNL" on NBC.  HE first started his TV career in 2001 on a little known TV movie.

18.
Stana Katic: She is on another show I've never heard of called "Castle" which airs on ABC. She first appeared on the acting scene in 1999 on a little known film.

19.
Gordon Ramsay:  He is most know for being the devil on Fox's "Hell's Kitchen" but is also on "Kitchen Nightmares" which is also on Fox. Ramsay first broke into the acting business in 1999.

20.
Busy Phillips: She is on the show "Cougar Town" which airs on ABC. She first started her acting career in 1999.

So there it is folks, TV's 21 most kissable. There are quite a few stars who I'm surprised didn't make the list, such as David Boreanaz (Booth from "Bones") or Heidi Klum from "Project Runway".