Erik - The Most Stupidest Survivor Idiot Ever
Wow! I must admit I enjoyed the episode of Survivor 16 in Micronesia last night in which Erik fell prey to the ladies who suckered him into giving up his immunity.
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Erik was blindsighted and voted off last night.
Is anyone other than Erik suprised??? |
As the last remaining Survivor girls were scheming last night, I kept thinking to myself how no one could be so stupid as to give up immunity. They were guilting Erik into making a gesture to show the jury he was redeeming himself for his lying and manipulating by giving his immunity necklace to Natalie.
Even Natalie didn’t believe Erik would fall for it - but Cirie helped push him over the edge saying she needed to see a gesture in order for her tochange her vote to get rid of Amber.
Erik fell for it.
The odd thing is he had immunity - what purpose could changing the vote to Amber make in his quest to be in the final 4???
And to makie matters worse - Erik has been had in the past when he was convinced to do something in return for not getting votes. They were ready to slam him before.
Jason Castro Lost Some Of His Song Lines At Idol
Jason Castro forgot some of the lines of the song “Mr. Tambourine Man”, a Bob Dylan classic during the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Night yesterday at American Idol. Judge Simon Cowell told the 20 year old hopeful “Jason, I’d pack your suitcase” after the performance.
Even Jason acknowledge his mistakes, stating after Randy Jackson ask his opinion on his own performance, “I lost some lines in there; that’s kinda bad.”
The other judges Randy and Abdul were not impressed though Paula is gentler on her comments as usual.
“Mr. Tambourine Man” was Jason’s second song for the night. He first sung “I Shot the Sheriff” by Bob Marley which garnered criticisms from the judges.
Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Night is the performance week of the top 4 American Idol contestants. It was David Archuleta who gained the judges praises of the night with Simon saying “You did not beat the competition, you crushed it” after David sung his 2nd song of the night entitled “Love Me Tender” as popularized by Elvis Presley.
Tonight America will decide who will remain for the top 3.
Christian Dela Fuente and Cheryl Burke Wows The Judges Of Dancing With The Stars
Christian dela Fuente and Cheryl Burke top the Dancing With The Star episode yesterday May 5, 2008. Although Christian suffered a ruptured tendon on his biceps last episode the couple managed to snag the top scores from the judges for performing their version of tango and mambo.
Cheryl Burke made it a lot easier for her partner to perform well with only an arm due to her innovated choreography. They perform really well together and they deserve to have the highest score of night, 28 for the mambo and 29 for the tango respectively.
The Chilean actor did not loss his confidence because of his injury and even two time Dancing With The Stars champion Cheryl Burke did not lose confidence in him. The two pulled it off, using energy and precision (and a glittery support sleeve during the mambo) to overcome the injury. De la Fuente was clearly favoring his injured arm, which he used only as absolutely necessary and hung limp at other times.
The judges votes will be added to the voters vote to know who will be eliminated on the show tonight.
Shannon Elizabeth Dances Her Last Tango In Dancing With The Stars
Shannon Elizabeth and Derek Hough had been eliminated from the TV Series “Dancing With The Stars. Elizabeth reportedly had been teary eyed because she had already dance her last tango for the show. Though they haven’t earn the lowest score from the judges, the combines judges score and audience votes put them down.
The couple who got the lowest score, Christian dela Fuente and Cheryl Burke had stayed. Cristian de la Fuente came into Tuesday’s show in last place, losing points Monday after he hurt his arm and dropped partner Cheryl Burke to the floor during their samba performance. He left the set during the live broadcast and was taken to the hospital.
The list of eliminated stars are growing including Marlee Matlin, Priscilla Presley, Adam Carolla, Steve Guttenberg, Monica Seles and Penn Jillette. The remaining contestants are Taylor, Yamaguchi, de la Fuente, R&B singer Mario and Broadway star Marissa Jaret Winokur.
Paula Abdul Hears Two Songs On American Idol
American Idol judge Paula Abdul must be hearing double. On April 29, 2008, American Idol decided to change the program format, they left the judges appraisal after the all the participants have finished their performance. So after the first set of performance Paula Abdul give her feedback for the Top Five Finalists. She started with Jason Castro and commented for the two songs that Jason supposely sung. The twist is Jason had only performed one song.
This week judges Abdul, Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell were made to take notes, then offer individual critiques in rapid succession at the end of each round. The reason, Seacrest offered, was because “this show is so tight.”
This week the contestants performed two Neil Diamond songs. However after each of them sung their first song the judges will offer their comment and on the first set that’s where Paula blundered. After Randy Jackson give his comments, it was Paula’s turn to give jher feedback.
“Oh gosh, we’ve never had to write these things down - I’m not fast enough,” she began, shuffling through her notecards. “Jason, first song, I loved hearing your lower register, which we never really hear, um …”
The first statements are good enough, but let’s look at the next one.
“The second song, I felt like your usual charm wasn’t - it was missing for me. It kind of left me a little empty.”
Empty? Ahm, I though Jason only performed one song?
Will American Idol Make Some Changes?
American Idol have the highest television rating in the US. However, the show is experiencing decrease in ratings as the show goes on. Bosses from their parent company FOX are not happy with the results of their research, they think that they need drastic changes to continue holding the highest ratings and not to make it shrink.
So the company made a survey on viewers of American Idol on what they are happy and not happy about concerning the show. They ask questions on what changes should be made, who should stay, where will the show start and many more. What interest the viewers more and what should they do differently if they where in the show.
One part of the survey ask the viewers about the four big personalities in American Idol namely Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Ryan Seacrest and how they rank each one of them based on their personal enjoyment.
Personally, I think that one of the reasons why the show ratings went down is because of the popularity kind of elimination that’s happening in American Idol. Some viewers may dislike this because some of the best singers were eliminated not because they can’t sing but because the voters don’t like them.
Carly Smithson Was Eliminated From American Idol
Carly Smithson is the latest drop out from the 7th seasong of the singing search American Idol. The 24-year-old Irish bartender from San Diego is accompanied by Syesha Mercado in the bottom 2 which is a shocked for both the judges, the fans and the participants. Many expected Brooke White to go this week because of her unfortunately not so good take two performance.
It was Andrew Lloyd Webber themed week and Carly performed the song “Superstar” from “Jesus Christ Superstar”. She had garnered excellent reviews from the judges. Syesha was a smashed with her version of “One Rock ‘n’ Roll Too Many” from Webber’s “Starlight Express” broadway musical.
Matlin Eliminated From Dancing With The Stars
The deaf and mute participant of Dancing With The Stars, Marlee Matlin has been voted out. She had came into Tuesday’s results show with 21 out of 30 points. The actress lost her timing at various points during her mambo Monday with professional partner Fabian Sanchez, and the judges noticed it. The judges comments are as follows:
Judge Carrie Ann Inaba said “You guys looked like you were forcing and struggling.” She noted that the mambo is more rhythm-dependent than other ballroom dances and she expected it to be most difficult for Matlin.
“You did a great job but it just looked uncomfortable throughout.” Commented by head judge Len Goodman.
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Jordin Sparks Cancels Tours Due To Throat Injury
The youngest “American Idol” winner, Jordin Sparks, has been advised to cancel several concert dates after being stricken with a serious throat injury. The Centre Daily Times stated that the doctors say that the injury could cause permanent damage to her vocal cord.
She was to perform at Bryce Jordan Center yesterday but she was unable to. A spokesman for the arena at Penn State announced this statement, “Because of the risk of permanent vocal cord damage, Sparks has been ordered to strict vocal rest and will not be able to perform anywhere until her condition improves.”
Jordin Sparks also had to cancel an Earth Day concert on the National Mall in Washington D.C. scheduled for Monday and an appearance on April 26 to open up for Alicia Keys. Whether she will be well enough to rejoin the tour, her biggest break since winning “Idol” remains unknown.
Sparks also had to cancel an appearance last week on the “Live With Regis and Kelly Show,” according to WCBS.
Big Brother 9 - down to the wire
Well, this season of Till Death Do Us Part on Big Brother 9 is winding down to an end… and a rather boring one at that.
Sorry, but I just can’t connect with the houseguests and this season it seems like the producers are working extra hard to manipulate us into guessing the outcome of what should be obvious. Clever editing can do that I guess. But even the best editing can’t make boring contestants into interesting ones…
Now we have Sheila, Adam, Ryan and Sharon as the final 4. Not exactly a tv fun house.
Shannon Elizabeth and Derek Hough Dancing A Different Step
Dancing with the stars or kissing with the stars?
Yesterday in Malibu, Dancing With The Stars contestant Shannon Elizabeth, 34, was seen kissing and not dancing with her 22 year old partner Derek Hough.
It was common knowledge that she had a boyfriend or maybe not anymore after he sees those pictures.
Personally I can’t blame her for being attracted to Derek Hough, after all he is kind of cute, but then again compared to her he is just a baby.
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Shannon Elizabeth and Derek Hough
American Idol Eliminates Kristy Lee Cook
Kristy Lee Cook was voted out on American Idol last night. Cook, 24, from Selma, Oregon, was sent packing after a season-record total of nearly 36 million votes, based on the finalists’ Tuesday performances of Mariah Carey tunes.
Kristy Lee Cook sang her rendition of “Forever” and failed to impress the judges with her country version. Last night, “Idol” judge Simon Cowell correctly predicted it would be Cook’s week to go. Cook was joined by Syesha Mercado and Brooke White in the bottom three.
There are only six remaining American Idol finalist that will compete against each other on the remaining weeks. Those includes David Archuleta, David Cook, Jason Castro, Carly Smithson, Syesha Mercado and Brooke White.
American Idol is the most watch American Television show getting about 30 million viewers in the US alone. The seventh season will end up on May with the live season finale.
American Idol 7 Finalists Sings Mariah Carey’s Songs
This week on American Idol, it was Mariah Carey who teach them on their vocals. Yesterday it was Mariah’s hits that the Idol finalists have sung and performed on stage. I watch them on their performance and I can say that the boys won the night as Simon said. David Archuleta set the mood when he sang “When You Believe” a duet by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. It was one of his best performance. Then David Cook sings an amazing rendition of Mariah’s “Always Be My Baby”, of course with the rock edge as he was known. Then Jason Castro sang “I don’t Wanna Cry”, a relaxing unique ballad from a unique performer as Mariah said on her interview. The girls have also done well. Syesha Mercado sang “Vanishing”, Carly Smithson sang “Without You”, Brooke White sung “Hero” and Kristy Lee Cook sang “Forever”.
Michael Johns Eliminated, Shocks Idol Fans
Rockstar, hunk Michael Johns was eliminated from “American Idol” last night. The Australian-born singer went home Thursday from Fox’s popular singing competition as the contest was narrowed down to the top seven finalists following Wednesday’s “Idol Gives Back” charity event. He was joined by Carly Smithson and Syesha Mercado at the bottom three.
Johns had never been in the show’s bottom three vote-getters and no contestants were evicted after last year’s special “Idol” fundraiser, that’s why his elimination came as a surprise. The hunky rocker, judges and his competitors all seemed stunned by the eviction.
Michael Johns, 29, sang Aerosmith’s “Dream On” during Tuesday’s inspirational-themed performance show. Paula Abdul thought the selection was perfect while Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson didn’t think the song choice suited Michael.
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Adam Carolla Eliminated at “Dancing With The Stars”
Comedian Adam Carolla was eliminated on the reality show “Dancing With the Stars” yesterday on elimiation night. The 43-year-old comedian and his professional partner, two-time champ Julianne Hough said goodbye to the show last night Tuesday April 8, 2008. Carolla used a unicycle into the couple’s paso doble, but the performance earned only 19 out of 30 from the judges during Monday’s show. Judges scores are combined with viewer votes to determine which couple is eliminated each week.
Dancing with the Stars head judge, Len Goodman said, “You are such a lovable character that (we) just want you to do well, but unfortunately you’re not much of a dancer.”
Ramiele Malubay Eliminated From Idol, Top 8 Revealed
Ramiele Malubay has been voted out of American Idol 7 last night. After performing “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind” on Dolly Parton Week. She was joined in the bottom three by Kristy Lee Cook (no question on this one) and Brooke White ( her first time in the bottom three). It has been an emotional evening for Ramielle and of course for the others because the eliminated contestant had cried her heart out.
Its really sad to see an Idol finalists go especially one like Ramiele who just had the unfortunate chance to pick the wrong songs for herself. She hadn’t actually explored the true range of her big voice which was unusual for a lady her size. In the first week of the finals she had received much praised from the three judges namely Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy.
David Cook Was Hospitalized Last Night
American Idol 7 top contender David Cook was rushed to the hospital after experiencing an abnormal high blood pressure and heart palpitation during the show last night. People magazine reported that the doctors gave David C medicines to lower his blood pressure and sent him back to the Idol apartments. The report also includes that David Cook is feeling well after that.
David is feeling a lot of pressure lately because of his brother who is struggling to conquer cancer at the moment. But despite of all this odds, David Cook had been wonderful with his performances in the past weeks even last night. He sang “Little Sparrow” by Dolly Parton and received much praise with his performance.
American Idol 7 Tonight Dolly Parton Week
Dolly Parton week at American Idol 7! This week the top 9 American Idol 7 finalist will battle out each other with the songs of Dolly Parton. The remaining 9 after Chikezie was eliminated last week are Brooke White, Carly Smithson, David Archuleta, David Cook, Jason Castro, Kristy Lee Cook, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay and Syesha Mercado.
The Dolly Parton week performance will be aired tonight on FOX 8pm-9pm ET. Singer Dolly Parton will appear as coach for the 9 contestants.
The Next Great American Band winner, The Clark Brothers will also perform tonight.
Let’s just wait and see what will be the outcome of this challenging week for the remaining finalists. I hope the most deserving will remain fighting for the title in the end. America please vote wisely!
Big Brother 9 Cast Rundown - my thoughts
Big Brother 9 Cast Rundown and secret tales of the “Big Brother After Dark” Stripper Orgy Spit Swapping Pool Party (sorry that is not a spolier - it happened weeks ago and was never shown on the CBS show) Rant by Mike Liebner
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I’m not sure if it was the “couples thing” or just a lame cast of hamsters, but this season of Big Brother has been a huge disappointment.
Something is wrong with the cast…
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It’s not so bad that I will not watch it, but it’s been pretty much a drag and difficult to endure at times. Low energy and lacking of real fun and entertainment value.
Maybe now that they dumped the couples angle - and allowing them to compete as individuals - it will start to feel more like Big Brother than a spin off reality show.
I never did understand why a show that has a winning format with loyal fans feels the need to take a drastic departure. Hey it’s just not the same to see PAIRS of contestants play the game. Sure, I guess it could cause some extra drama and add new twists, which I am sure was their intention, but it also removes some of the factors that makes the show so special in the first place.
Now, I do admit that I am not in love with this cast. From the beginning I found most of them to be annoying and I can’t honestly say that I am liking or rooting for any one of them.
I guess that now would be as good as a time as ever to do a recap of the guests and my takes on them…
Alex - seemed ok, but he was really boxed in by playing with his partner Amanda. He got voted off with her and then recently America almost voted him back on. Almost did not get along with Amanda - then again who could?
Amanda - “almost cute” in a quirky way, but she had a very annoying personality. This season, the gals were so bland that you had to root for the almost hot ones such as Amanda. She was “amost cute” but slightly light bulb shaped with a pbag… you know… she was almost hot like “last call” at 2 am in a bar cute… sorry! But that’s how it seems this season on Big Brother. No standout knockouts… and Amanda was fun to wath but not a hot babe.
Ryan - Slightly pudgy and definitely bland personality wise, it never seemed like Ryan and secret real life girlfriend Jen (who was evicted early on) belonged together. She was too hot for him (then again he gave a good massage I guess). As it turns out Ryan has stayed in the game longer than expected and he is the closest to being some one I would root for, but last week he made a few bad calls and bowed down to group pressure. I think he’ll be out very soon.
Allison - Ryan’s playing partner on Big Brother knew that he had a girlfriend. This made it awkward for them as partners. Allison also made a really stupid move early on pretending she was a lesbian and a secret partner with Sheila. Bad strategy… How could you respect a player that would make a bad joke and then play it up as strategy… Not very samrt… Lacking in the brains department… Yet Allison was also almost hot - and actually was the hottest in the house in my opinion. Yes - I’ll say it - she was the most attractive of the girls. But looks can only take you so far… She had an annoying personality. I don’t think I could handle much of her manipulating and scheming in real life and it seemed I was not the only one to think that as she got booted - even when they gave the house a second chance to evict either her or Ryan. I must say though - I did feel sorry for her when she did get evicted. She went for a shrieking screaming high when she got a 2nd chance to possibly the lowest of lows when she got sent packing in a matter of minutes… Wicked and mean Big Brother… Her sadness was so deep I could almost feel it and it made me want to hug her and tell her everything would be just fine and then have some “make up sex” afterwards.
James - there is something about James that makes me feel queesy… I’m not sure if I like him or not… I don’t hate him, but something is odd about him… He almost has it, but then again he is slightly too weird to identify with. I don’t know if you saw the Showtime Too Big Brother After Dark footage of that orgy after stripper pool party where they had a strip club stripper lap dance party featuring Natlaie and Chelsea going nude and grinding nation wide, but James joined in and got naked on tv too and and was also making out with all the girls in the pool. I’m not holding that against James, I’m just saying that maybe that has a little something to do with my feelings about him. Also he seems to be kind of a loner. I am glad he hooked up with Chelsea. But he never seemed confident that was real, or that is how it appeared.
Chelsia - James’ soulmate and partner Chelsia is also “almost hot”. She is pretty cute and if she wasn’t so smitten with James she may have had a better chance in the game. Now that they are split up I must admit I am waiting to see if Chelsia strays away from James. So far not. I guess I am rooting for her a little bit. It was nice to see her topless and grinding like a stripper on that After Dark strip party orgy footage a few weeks ago. Oddly enough - Big Brother producers so far have opted to keep that stag party off the regular episodes. It was just too hard core dirty I guess… (more…)
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