Tursday Dish

The top tweleve males performed on Fox's "American Idol" last night, and there doesn't seem to be a real standout in the competition this time around. The gentlemen didn't fair any better than the ladies did and it's anyone's guest who will take home the coveted prize. As I've  mentioned before, Ellen DeGeneres adds some comic relief to the show and is a joy to watch. Singer Keyshia Cole has announced that she is seeing a Cleveland Cavalier basketball star and pregnant, but no word or whether she's given birth or not. As reported previously, rapper Lil Wayne is set to begin a jail sentence for a 2007 incident in Arizona. No word yet on the release date of his next cd, "Rebirth". The release date has been pushed back several times and it's anyone's guest when the finished product will finally hit store shelves. The signees to his Young Money Entertainment label have been making quite a bit of noise lately and it remains to be seen if a compilation cd will ever be released. I'm just hoping that after his jail sentence is completed the rapper will concentrate on more worth while persuits, like his music. It's just a travesty to see rap artists lose careers and freedom when they don't have to.

Wednesday Roundup

The top 12 women performed on Fox's "American Idol" last night, and some did well, while others bombed. As I've stated previously, I believe the show has recently become about who viewers really like, rather than about who technically is the best singer. Tonight, the top 12 men perform and it's anyone's guest who will give the best performance of the evening.  On Thursday two men and two women will be voted off the show. The publicist for actor Charlie Sheen has announced that the actor has entered rehab thus, putting the hit show "Two And A Half Men" on hiatus, temporarily. The publicist asked for privacy for the embattled actor. Back after a long hiatus, singer Sade has a top selling cd on the charts called "Solider Of Love". No word yet on whether the singer will embark on a tour in support of the cd. It's great to have her back just the same. It's been too long. Singer Whitney Houston is on tour and recently came under fire for a performance in Australia. The singer took the stage in a mimi dress covered by a trench coach and gave a breathless performance. We'll see what happens with that. On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "New Adventures Of Old Christine" on CBS, "Modern Family" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Singer Jermaine Jackson, brother of late singer Michael Jackson, has stated that sister Janet will possibly join the rest of the family on tour. No word on any tour dates or places. Bristol Palin, daughter of former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, will play herself on the ABC Family drama "The Secret Life of An American Teenager". She will befriend Amy, the character played by actress Shailene Woodley at a music program for teen moms. The episode will be filmed in Los Angeles and air this summer during the show's third season. In more Michael Jackson news, Blackeyed Peas frontman Wil Iam stated that tracks he worked on with the singer before his untimely death will not be released because they are not finished. Be sure to tune into Fox's  "American Idol" tonight as the top 12 ladies will perform for viewer votes. The top 12 gentlemen will perform tomorrow night. Rapper Snoop Dog is in trouble with the IRS. The agency recently filed a lien against the West Coast rap legend and his wife for a whopping $598,309. Neither party has commented on the matter. On dvd: "The Informant" and "The Damned United". On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Lost" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

"Shutter Island" topped the weekend box office raking in 40.2 million dollars. The film is the second pairing of actor Leonardo DiCaprio and director Martin Scorsese. It topped the duo's last collobaration "The Departed".  "Valentine's Day", "Avatar", "Percy Jackson & The Olympians" and  "Wolfman" round out the top five films of the week. Be sure to tune in to Fox's "American Idol" tomorrow as the top 24 contestants have been chosen. The ladies will perform tomorrow, the gentlemen will perform on Wednesday and viewers will get to vote on Thursday. In case you've been wondering what rapper T.I. has been up to since his release to a half way house last December, wonder no more. It seems Tip has been keeping busy in the studio working on a new cd and working with the latest signee to his label, Grand Hustle, B.o.B.. The rapper recently stated that he and the Grand Hustle general collobrated on a track for his album and Tip's next release as well. B.o.B.'s album is scheduled for release in April. Singer Fantasia Barrino recently received a threatening letter from someone claiming to have worked as a security guard during her "American Idol" days while going through mail after a performance of "The Color Purple". The letter reportedly not only included racial slurs, but also told the singer to "go back where you came from". It's unclear whether the singer knew the person or not. The theater has increased security around the singer and contacted the LAPD as well.  On the tube: "House" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "The Batchlor: On The Wings Of Love" on ABC, and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

A producer is suing rapper Lil Wayne for 2 million dollars claiming the rapper stole the hit "Ms Police Officer" from him. No word on when or if a trial date has been set. In other Lil Wayne news, mediatakeout.com is reporting that the rapper will soon have his own clothing line worth over 2 million as well. No word on when the line will appear in stores. A "American Idol" contestant has been booted from the show. It's been revealed that the contestant was already under contract. The contestant has been replaced. If you seen or here a lot a singer Rihanna this weekend, it will be for a good reason. The singer's 22nd birthday is tomorrow. Singer Smokey Robinson has a birthday tomorrow as well. He will turn 70. Be sure to watch the Monique Show on BET. Actor Terry Crews and his wife Rebecca will give the scoop on their new BET reality series. The Academy Awards will air in a few weeks and it's anyone's guest who will walk away with the conveted prize. The show will  be hosted by Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin and air on CBS, Sunday, March 7. Don't miss it. In theaters this weekend: "Shutter Island". On the tube: "House" on Fox, "Ghost Whisperer" on CBS, "Meet The Fockers" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

The top 24 contestants were chosen on "American Idol" last night. We'll have to wait and see who takes home the conveted prize. NBC is toning down the hype regarding funny man Jay Leno's returned to the "Tonight Show" in March. In adds that began appearing during the Olympics on Wednesday, the comic is featured driving the same car he drove in a previous add with the Beattles "Get Back" blaring in the background. A 11:35 time ticker appears at the bottom of the screen as well. In case you haven't already, check out the latest issue of XXL magazine with rapper Gucci Mane on the cover. The rapper discusses his career and past beef with rapper Yung Geezy. He is currently serving prison time for parole violation. Singer Celine Dion will appear in a up coming documentary called "Through The Eyes Of The World" chroncialing her 2008-09 concert tour. The singer takes the stage in several outfits with stiletto heels. Rumors still persists that Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush are now engaged, but we'll see what comes of that. On the tube: "Bones" on Fox, "Survivor: Heroes And Villains" on CBS, "The Deep End" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy Thursday!

Wednesday Roundup

The comnpetition is heating up on Fox's "American Idol" as the contestants performed for the first Hollywood show of the season. Tonight, the judges will narrow the contestant pool down to 24, and it's anyone's guest who will make the next round. Rapper the Game is staying relevant. He has confirmed that he is working with rapper/producer Dr Dre on his next cd, tentatively titled "Detox". Singer Ashanti is reportedly working on the cd as well. Rapper Shine, who was just released from prison, has inked a seven figure deal with Def Jam Records. No word on when he'll release a cd on the label. Cable network TLC and reality star Jon Gosselin have reached a settlement after a bitter fight. According to a statement by the network released today, the terms of the settlement will remain confidental and the network would like to film the family again. The network filed a breach of contract suit against Gosselin, claiming he made other televison appearances with their permission. He countered suied claiming the network prevented him from working with other media outlets. He has refused to allow the network to film his eight children with ex-wife Kate.  On the tube: "Human Target" on Fox, "New Adventures Of Old Christine" on CBS, "Modern Family" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

The film "Valentine's Day" topped the weekend box office taking in over 50 million dollars. "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief", "The Wolfman", "Avatar" and "Dear John" round out the top five films of the week. Bones Thugs And Harmony are back. All five members of the group have reunited and will release a new cd this spring. Be sure to tune to Fox's "American Idol" tonight as the judges narrow the contestant pool down. Be sure to check out the latest issue of Jet magazine, with actress Gabrielle Union on the cover. She discusses her life, career and rumors. If you've been wondering why Jay Z and Beyonce were not part of the "We Are The World" remake, wonder no more. Jay Z reportedly told the press "We Are The World" is like "Thriller" to me. You can't really touch it". 80' s sensation Sade is back. After a eight year absence the singer has released a new cd titled  "Solider".  Singer Jahiem is back as well.  On dvd: "The Time Travelers Wife" and  "A Serious Man". On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Lost" on ABC and "Winter Olympics" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Thursday Dish

The're in the mist of rounding out the top 24 contestants on "American Idol" and some great and not so great performances have been witnessed. Ellen DeGeneres has turned out to be a wonderful addition to the show offering comic relief. Speaking of "American Idol", I'd like to offer my take on the many reality shows flooding network televison lately. It seems that just as with music and movies there is a lack of creativity in televison as well. Just about every Joe Bloe you can name is being paid to behave badly and it's a real travesty. It's shameful because in a lot ot cases people's pain is being exploited and in other cases the worst you could ever want to see in a human being is marketed for comsumption. The show "Jersey Shore" is a prime example of what I mean. A woman gets punched and ratings go through the roof. I'll be happen when the networks get back to what made televison great instead of peddling nonsense. It would just make televions viewing much better. Just my opinion.

Monday Madness

The film "Avatar" has finally been booted from the top spot. The film "Dear John" earned over 30 million dollars at the box office over the weekend. "Avatar", "From Paris With Love", "Edge Of Darkness" and "Tooth Fairy" round out the top films of the week. The stars came out over the weekend for the SOS (Saving Our Selves) telethon to benefit Hiatian earthquake victums. Queen Latifah, Wyclef Jean, Rihanna, Jay Z, Monica and Ludacris were among those were performed during the telecast. Be certain to check out "American Idol" tomorrow, as tomorrow's Hollywood night and Ellen DeGeneres will make her first appearance on the show. In case you haven't already, check out the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine with rapper Lil Wayne on the cover. The rapper discusses his prison sentence by saying he's looking forward to going to jail. A new book will assess the cultural impact of teen themed films by late director John Hughes. No word on when the book will be released. On the tube: "House" on Fox, "How I Met Your Mother" on CBS, "The Batchlor: On The Wings Of Love" on ABC and "Chuck" on NBC. Happy Monday!

Friday Facts

After several engagements at the Flamingo Hotel in Los Vegas, singer Toni Braxgton is back. The singer will release her first cd in four years, tentatively titled "Pulse". The cd includes a collobration with singer/songwriter Try Songz. No word on when the cd will be released. Actor Jon Stamos has apparently been given an invitation to participate in the next "Dancing With The Stars".  It's rumored that should he accept, "Dancing With The Star" pro, Karina Smirnoff would love to partner up with him. The show's new season will begin on March 22. Rapper 50 Cent is at it again. He recently stated that rapper Jay Z is "afraid of him. We're rivals". I wonder what he was thinking when he said that. In more "American Idol" news, is has also been rumored that shock jock Howard is yet another candidate being considered to replace Simon Cowell at the end of the season. We'll see what happens with that. . Be sure to check out "SOS" which will be hosted by Queen Latifah on BET. The show will benefit Haiti earthquake victums. In theaters this weekend: "Dear John" and "From Paris With Love". On the tube: "House" on Fox, "Ghost Whisperer" on CBS, "Supernanny" on ABC and "Law & Order" on NBC. Make it a weekend!

Thursday Dish

The "American Idol" auditons have been completed and 180 contestants are on their way to Hollywood. It will be interesting to see who makes the grade. As much as I enjoy the show, I have to say it has unfortunately, become more about who viewers pant for the most, rather than who is the best singer. Daytime talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has joined the cast and has turned out to be a perfect fit for the show. That's minus sparing with Simon Cowell, of course.  I've seen some really talented young men and women on the show; and I've seen some not so talented individuals on the show as well.  Some really have got "it" as they say and some don't. I think some really get a kick out of seeing themselves on televison. That's the only logical explanattion for embarrassing themselves on national televison. The show will finally move to Hollywood next week and again, it will be quite interesting to see who finallly makes the grade.  I will definitely tune in to see how the shows goes for the season. I can't wait to see what's in store for viewers like myself.

Wednesday Rioundup

The auditions continued in Denver CO on "American Idol" last night, as Victoria Beckam appeared as a guest judge. Be sure to tune in to see who will make the grade. After it's spine tingling episode on Tuesday, ABC's "Lost" could end several ways. Be sure to buckle up, it's sure to be a wild ride. Rapper Nelly is reportedly working on a televison show that the rapper says will be a male version of the daytime talk show "The View". He says the show will include Jermaine Dupri, Brian Michael Cox, Trey Songs, Johnta Austin and Tyrone "International" Davis. No word on when the show will air. The rapper hasn't forgotten his musical roots. He's currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on his next cd. The band Fall Out Boy has offically disbanded. The members of the group say the split was amicable and don't rule out a reunion in the near future. Be sure to pick up latest issue of Ebony magazine with Oscar nominee Gabby Sidibe on the cover. Former Destiny's Child member Letoya Luckett has been dropped by her label, Capitol Records. No word on whether she has another deal in the works. In other Destiny's Child news, Kelly Rowland has a new deal with Universial/Motown Records. No word on when a new cd will be released. On the tube: "Human Target" on Fox, "Superbowl's Greatest Commericals" on CBS, "Modern Family" on ABC and "Mercy" on NBC. Happy hump day!

Tuesday Tales

Singer Lionel Richie and producer Quincy Jones have assembled over 80 stars to re-record a 25th anniversary edition of the 1985 classic "We Are The World". Among the new generation of stars who participated are Pink, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx and the Jonas Brothers. Veterans who participated include Natalie Cole, Tony Bennett and Carlos Santana.  A video was recorded in 3D, which will premiere on February 12. The video will be shown during the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympic Games. All proceeds will go to benefit Haiti earthquake relief. The films "Avatar" and "The Hurt Locker" have each earned nine Oscar nominations a piece, it was announced today. This is the first time in Academy history that  it has considered  a wide variety of films. Other best film nominations went to "Inglourious Basterds", "Prescious", "The Blind Side", "District 9", "A Serious Man" and "Up In The Air". Jeff Bridges, George Clooney and Morgan Freeman all earned best actor nods. Best actress nods went to Sandra Bullock, Helen Mirren, Carey Mulligan, Gabourey Sidibe and Meryl Streep, among other award nominations revealed today. The show airs on March 7. Amid concerns that the singer may be over exposed after four Grammy wins, Taylor Swift's handlers say the singer may take a break from the spotlight for awhile. The singer will be heading out on a concert tour of Australia and won't be seen again until the Academy Of Country Music Awards in April. On the tube: "American Idol" on Fox, "NCIS" on CBS, "Lost: The Final Chapter" on ABC and "The Biggest Loser: Couples" on NBC. Happy Tuesday!

Monday Madness

The film "Avatar" topped the weekend box office once again, taking in over 30 million dollars. It could possibily top "Star Wars" as the biggest film in box office history.  Music's finest turned out for last night's Grammy Awards. Beyonce took home six awards, including Best Female Pop Vocal  and Best R & B Album, making her the winnest woman in the show's 52 year history. Tween sensation Taylor Swift took home four awards, including Best Country Album and Best Female Country Vocal. Other winners were: Jay Z and Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Maxwell, Zack Brown Band, Kings of Leon and Blackeyed Peas. Among the best performances of the evening were the 3D tribute to Michael Jackson featuring Smokey Robinson, Jennifer Hudson, Celine Dion, Carrie Underwood and Usher, the Blackeyed Peas and Mary J. Blige and Andrea Bocelli. Among the misses were the performance featuring Drake, Lil Wayne and Emienem. It would have been great to hear the song the trio performed.  The Elton John-Lady Gaga performance I thought was a bit over the top. Otherwise, another fabulous show put together by the producers and directors. I can hardly wait for next year.