2 Apr 2012

Khloe & Lamar Recap: The Trade

Khloe & Lamar Promo PicHigh drama on Khloe & Lamar this week, and for once, it wasn't even all contrived.
Yes, the Dallas Mavericks' trade for Lamar Odom might not go down as a brilliant move from a personnel standpoint, but it will always have this footnote:
It produced a genuine, unscripted reaction from a Kardashian. Well done, Dallas.
Fans of the couple (assuming there are some) have been looking forward to this episode since news of Lamar's trade broke. So let's recap it all ...
The NBA lockout is over! Bring on the massive paychecks! Plus 20!
Oh, and you might be traded, Lamar's agent says. Ouch. Minus 30.
"That stuff is more stressful than not playing basketball," Lamar says. "It's part of our business, but hopefully I can stay in L.A." Except that some reports suggested he had actually asked for the trade or was at least consulted all along. Minus 25.
"Our world can turn upside down," Khloé says of Lamar being dealt, which happens while she's on the plane to New York for "work." He gets traded to the New Orleans Hornets, a trade which is nullified, confusing everyone. Plus 15.
He's still getting traded like ASAP. Minus 10.
"He's passionate, emotional, wears his heart of his sleeve, hearing him in the radio and how heartbroken he sounds, it's now sinking in that Lamar's not going to be a Laker anymore. It's sad," Khloe says. She loves her man. Plus 20.
"I don't want to be on a team that doesn't want me," Lamar tells Khloe over the phone, possibly explaining the rumors of his "demanding" the trade he allegedly didn't want happening in the first place. You know pro athletes. Plus 10.
Lamar informs her he's been traded to Dallas, and Khloé takes the news of the trade well, having had time to come to grips with it. Aww, these two. Plus 20.
Khloe & Lamar LogoShe'll stay in L.A. to supervise a team of E! interns as they start packing up their stuff while he heads to Dallas to start training with the Mavs. Life ... Plus 5.
Malika breaks down, saying, "It's going to be different." Yes it is. Your Z-list reality career will totally lose its luster outside the bright lights of L.A. Minus 10.
Khloe admits, in a rare moment of sincerity, that she's scared too. "Lamar is my number one priority so I gotta stay strong and fake it 'til we make it." Plus 40.
EPISODE TOTAL: +55. SEASON TOTAL: -130.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap: All Pomp, No Circumstance

Last night saw The Real Housewives of Atlanta griping, grousing, and falling asleep in their seats. Let's break down the drama, or lack thereof, in our THG's +/- recap!
Before we get to the event the ladies wished they'd brought their pillows to, let's start from the beginning. Kim and Cyndi meet for lunch to hash out this Africa mess.
Minus 15. I had hoped that last week's confrontation in the parking lot would have put the South Africa debacle to bed forever. No such luck.
Lunch is ... awkward.
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Cyndi feels that they've never really been friends and don't know one another and since Kim seems to say whatever she wants, why can't Cynthia. Kim thinks that Cynthia is totally under NeNe's thumb.
So how did we get from that to hugging? I'm still not sure. Kim's a little afraid that Cynthia's going to whip out a friendship contract. Plus 5 because I can just picture it and that would have been funny.
The ladies agree to double date with their husbands but Kim admits she doesn't mean a word of it and I can't believe that Cynthia does either. These two couples would have so much to talk about…NOT!
Meanwhile, NeNe's in LA rubbing elbows with the stars. "I could possibly be a Hollywood actress," she beams. Minus 8. NeNe works as a reality star but what kind of actress would she make? I don't really want to think about it.
But apparently NeNe's thought a lot about it. She's aiming for an Oscar. Aren't we all? I'll give her a Plus 10 for all of that confidence. Talent? Well, that's another story.
She manages to parade out Hollywood friend Steve Harvey and his wife who shows off her 25 karat ring. If this is suppose to impress me, it doesn't but it sure does NeNe. She wants this life.
But will Greg want it for his son? Probably not. Plus 5 because at least NeNe realizes she's got a fight on her hands. We'll have to wait and see how that one plays out.
Kroy heads over to Kim's parents and asks Joe for his blessing to marry his daughter. Plus 8 for doing things the old fashioned way….well, wait. They already have a baby. OK, Minus 5.
Kroy Pic
Kandi takes a break from her country music to check out her adult toy line. The designers have done some interesting things. He's made everything look like makeup cases. Plus 7 because it really is clever but Kandi's a little too happy about seeing her "clit stick" come to life. She is determined to spread Happiness and Joy throughout the world.
Joe can't stop talking and it is just painful to watch. Minus 10. I almost wanted to change the channel. Kroy's probably the best thing to ever happen to Kim. Why can't Joe just say Thank God, and shut up? 
Cyndi's working on the great Bailey Agency Model search and Peter's her producer. Groan ... whenever Peter's in charge he gets so righteous and arrogant. Minus 7. Of course he's thrilled that Mal took a leave of absence. We'll see how these two do planning this event on their own but Cyndi needs to make some money quick. The rent's due next month.
Phaedra starts her apprenticeship at Willie Watkins' Funeral home and she up sells her first casket. Little does she know they didn't set her loose on the general public yet. That's a fake family she's selling to. Plus 9. I wish we got to see their written evaluation on Phaedra's performance.
PhaeLater, Phaedra invites all of the ladies to a dinner honoring Willie. She asks them to wear their Sunday best and avoid their usual tight, skankilicious outfits. Plus 8 because it's so true. No one falls out of their tops more than these ladies from Atlanta.
Kandi pegs this as a Phaedra event. It's all pomp and circumstance and filled with church ladies. Kim wonders, loudly who Willie Watkins is and why the heck they're all here. Cyndi thinks the whole night is a waste of a decent outfit and a wig.
NeNe simply calls it extremely long and boring.
But Phaedra's in her glory when she finally takes the stage to announce that Willie has agreed to partner with her to open a new funeral home. Oh happy day.
Minus 8. Can we all go home now.
Kim couldn't wait. She drags Sheree outside before the dinner's over and flashes her left hand. Kroy finally popped the question. Off camera?!? Everything about these two has been on camera but we get shut out of the big moment. Minus 20.
So finally we head to the big finale. Are you ready?
EPISODE TOTAL: -21! SEASON TOTAL: -390!

Adam Levine and Anne Vyalitsyna: It's Over!

Adam Levine and his girlfriend Anne Vyalitsyna have broken up.
Adam Levine and Anne VThe Maroon 5 frontman and judge on The Voice has split from Vyalitsyna, also known as model Anne V., her rep confirmed exclusively to People today.
Vyalitsyna said in a statement:
"Adam and I have decided to separate in an amicable and supportive manner. We still love and respect each other as friends. I wish him all the best."
The Russian-born Vyalitsyna, 26, met Levine, 33, at the the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue release party in early 2010, where Maroon 5 was performing.
They were inseparable ever since - the Russian Vogue even featured Levine and Anne Vyalitsyna nude on its cover! - but things apparently unraveled.
Vyalitsyna has modeled in eight consecutive SI swimsuit issues, and Levine is enjoying a career high point at the moment, so they should both be okay.
Still, we're sorry to hear about this surprise celebrity breakup.

Dancing With the Stars Week 3: Who Was the Best?

The 11 remaining contestants on Dancing With the Stars' 14th season brought it again tonight in the third week of competition. Who stood out on the parquet?
One week ago, we bid farewell to Martina Navratilova, who finished at the bottom of the standings in each of the first two weeks. Not much controversy there.
Tonight, you knew the scores were likely to tighten up a bit.
DWTS Week 3
Coming into the third night of performances, the leaders (Jaleel White, William Levy and Katherine Jenkins) looked to bolster their frontrunner status.
The middle of the pack (Maria Menouno, Donald Driver, Sherri Shepherd, Jack Wagner) looked to make a love, while the rest just tried to stay safe.
Were they able to do that, or were there any big shakeups?
We'll be back in the morning with videos of this week's routines, but for now, sound off in the comments and with your votes below! Tell us:

Demi Lovato Unveils "Give Your Heart a Break" Music Video Read

No more music video teases from Demi Lovato. The young superstar has come out with the real, full thing.
The 19-year is actually make-up free in the following video for "Give Your Heart a Break," which is a track included on her hit album, "Unbroken." How come?
"I want to put it out there and show that women can be independent on their own," she tells E! News, which debuted the video. "I think that's the best lesson that I've learned - to love myself before any other person."
Demi Lovato Single Cover
It's a lesson we all can heed. Do so now as you check out Demi's latest video:

Jennifer Lopez: Kinky with Casper Smart!

In a recent interview, Jennifer Lopez described boyfriend Casper Smart as a "good egg."
But the 24-year old backup dancer gets down, dirty and totally bad - in the best kind of way - in a pair of new promotional photos!
In two images from her upcoming music video (for the track "Dance Again") J. Lo poses with her young, shirtless man, as the couple blindfolds each other with a black cloth that reads "Love is blind."
The official video drops this Thursday during American Idol and, based on these pictures, it's safe to say both genders now have a reason to tune in...
Kinky with Casper SmartCasper Smart Blindfolds J. Lo

Willow Smith Goes Pink

Willow Smith has changed her hair color once again.
The young, talented offspring of Will and Jada first went bald two months ago; she then dyed what little hair grew back a nice shade of green; and, over the weekend, Willow posed on the red carpet of The Kids Choice Awards with pink locks.
See for yourself:
Willow Smith Pink Hair
Are you down with the pink? How does it compare with the green? Vote now: What do you think of Willow's latets hair color?

New Tiger Woods Ad: In the Rough .....

Tiger Woods looks for his first major championship since 2008 this week when he tees it up at the prestigious Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia.
Having won last week for the first time since his sex scandal, he's already back on track on the course ... and in the ad game. Witness his latest below.
Take the Nike Golf VR_S Speed Trials at Golfsmith and you could find yourself playing with Tiger. Just be sure to leave yourself time to practice first:
Tiger Woods Golfsmith Ad
Tiger Woods Golfsmith Ad