Swifties, Cherlato and the 13 Going on 30 Musical

Orly Minazad
Orly Minazad is a freelance writer and regrets it every day of her life. She moved to the States from Iran in 1991 with her family seeking better opportunities only to waste them earning a Masters in Professional Writing degree from USC which no longer exists, cost a lot of money, and for which she has nothing to show. No, she is not bitter at all. Why do you ask? Oh, you didn’t, ok. She lives with her husband and son in Los Angeles where she spends the day loading and unloading the dishwasher.

No one in the world bridges gaps like Taylor Swift. I had not heard of this Travis Kelce guy until she attended the Chiefs game, and now I’m obsessed with how hard Kelce’s friends have worked to help him impress his new famous girlfriend. “I think he wanted to get in the end zone just as much as all the Swifties wanted him to,” says his football bff Patrick Mahomes. (Celebitchy)

And did you guys know Travis Kelce was a host on SNL? Yeah, me either.

We don’t need Maury Povich to come out of retirement to DNA test Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson to see if they’re related. I didn’t even know this was something we were all wondering. Is it? (Variety)

A dentist in Georgia has the largest toothpaste collection in the world, including whisky, bacon, wasabi and bamboo flavors. This is the kind of passion and energy I want from my dentist. (Fox News)

Honestly, respect to these 20somethings for pulling off what seems like a very elaborate and expensive prank. No notes.

@nytcooking

New York’s hottest club is… fake? #nycfood #nycrestaurants

♬ Remedy – Shaq Rayes

There’s no fan base like Britney Spears’ (except maybe the Swifties). After her video of dancing with knives went viral, they were so concerned that authorities did a wellness check on her. Anyway, she’s fine. She’s danced on stage with a giant cobra wrapped around her neck. She knows what she’s doing. (NBC News)

The funniest part of this new reality show Naked Attraction–that has people completely naked so others can decide if they want them or not–is its claim that is promoting sex education and body positivity. (The Hollywood Reporter)

Emma Stone and Nathan Fielder are starring in a comedy home improvement show together called The Curse. At least they’re not naked trying to get dates. (Pajiba)

DC Comics needs to get their shit together, is what I got out of this article. (The Antagonist)

I have not kept up (get it?) with Keeping up with the Kardashians, but when I see clips like this I’m convinced Kim is a sociopath.

I don’t like musicals, but I have to say, a 13 Going on 30 musical adaptation will also absolutely not change my mind. (E! Online)

You can book your free stay at Shrek’s swamp on Airbnb, but it’s only for a one time two-night stay from October 27 to 29. Also you gotta get yourself to Scotland. (Mental Floss)

High fashion is either super ordinary or absolutely nonsensical to me, and on that note, here are some highlights from Paris Fashion Week, which I was – again – not invited to. (Elle)

Cher being accused of hiring men to kidnap her son so he doesn’t reconcile with his wife is mom goals. I don’t care. (USA Today)

Meanwhile Cher has been busy launching her own gelato truck, Cherlato, which has been hitting the streets of LA, though I have yet to see it. (Vogue)

The WGA strike is finally over and here are some of the wins, including AI regulation. (Los Angeles Times)

That awkward moment when you learn the guy you just gave a standing ovation to for being a “hero” and fighting the Russians during WWII is actually a Nazi and possibly being extradited to Poland where he will pay for his crimes. (Vice)

Someone explain to me what’s happening with Drake and this bin of cash.

This is a good piece explaining who Julia Fox is beyond the weird outfits and Kanye West. Also she’s releasing her memoir, Down the Drain. (The New Yorker)

Have a nice weekend everyone, and if you haven’t already, go get your Eggo Brunch in a Jar sipping cream. (Food and Wine)

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