Tuesday, February 27, 2024 – Edition: #7665

The BS Press!

BS SHOW BIZ BUZZ:
★ Wendy Williams’ son has revealed his mother’s frontotemporal dementia is due to her alcoholism. Kevin Hunter Jr. explained in the Lifetime documentary “Where Is Wendy Williams?” that alcohol negatively affected the former talk show host’s “headspace and her brain.” Williams first learned of her brain damage in 2019 while in rehab, but didn’t receive the official dementia and aphasia diagnosis until 2023. Her team said in a statement that she is “still able to do many things for herself”.
-DigitalSpy, PageSix
★ King Charles is honoring singer George Michael — a friend of his late wife Princess Diana. The monarch approved the use of an image of the ‘Faith’ singer on a new set of coins, alongside coins honoring the classic ‘James Bond’ film “The Spy Who Loved Me” and ‘Maid Marion’, from the historic “Robin Hood” story. The “Star Wars” franchise — which was first filmed in Elstree Studios in England — will also be honored through coins that feature the Death Star and Millennium Falcon, among other designs.
-People
★ Timothée Chalamet revealed in 2022 that his “Don’t Look Up” co-star Leonardo DiCaprio once gave him brief but essential career advice: “No hard drugs and no superhero movies”, and it’s a path Chalamet has followed, despite his contemporaries signing up for Marvel and DC films in recent years. Is Chalamet still committed to DiCaprio’s advice? While on the press tour for “Dune: Part Two,” Chalamet said the door on starring in comic book movies is not completely shut. Chalamet said while he thinks the advice is solid, “The movie that made me want to act is a superhero movie, ‘The Dark Knight.’ If the script was great, if the director was great, I’d have to consider it.”
-Variety
★ ‘Harry Potter’ is set to return — to the small screen — in 2026. The first installment of the Harry Potter TV series is targeted to hit the Max streaming service in 2026, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav said on the company’s earnings call. The series is expected to span 7 seasons, adapting each book in J.K. Rowling’s fantasy series. It will feature an all-new cast from the films.
-Variety
★ Tyler Perry says he is “a little annoyed” by how long it’s taking to get “Sister Act 3” to the big screen. The actor and filmmaker told “Entertainment Tonight” that he and co-producer Whoopi Goldberg are anxious to finally kick off the project, which was first announced by Disney in late 2020. Perry pointed out that development on the film is taking so long that he has “done four movies since we started talking about this.” He also said that “Disney’s a huge, wonderful company, but I really want to get this movie and Whoopi really wants to get this movie.”
-People

TODAY’S SHOW BIZ SKED:
• “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” (ABC/Global): Jennifer Hudson, David Cross, Dhruv
• “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC/CTV): Sydney Sweeney, Joe Manganiello, Jason Reynolds, Muni Long
• “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (CBS/Global): Josh Brolin, Amanda Gorman, Jon Vogler
• “After Midnight” (CBS/Global): Caitlin Peluffo, Dulcé Sloan, Jenny Zigrino
• “Late Night with Seth Meyers” (NBC/CTV): Chance the Rapper, Margaret Qualley, Chef Emilio Vitolo
• “Watch What Happens Live” (Bravo): Michelle Collins, Paige Desorbo
• “The Daily Show” (COM): TBA
• “The View” (ABC/CTV): Kara Swisher
• “The Talk” (CBS): Tony Danza, Noomi Rapace
• “Live With Kelly and Mark” (ABC/CTV): Sheryl Lee Ralph
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Check local listings): Danai Gurira, Babyface, Sean Wang, Dan + Shay
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Check local listings): Christina Aguilera
• “Jennifer Hudson Show” (Check local listings): Karen Pittman
• “Will Trent (ABC): Will confronts James at prison, unraveling inmate secrets; Ormewood works on his familial relationships; Angie faces a pivotal moment that brings back memories from her past.
• “The Voice” (NBC): The Blind Auditions, Part 2
• “The Floor (Fox): Season 1 finale
• “Vanderpump Rules” (Bravo): James surprises Ally with a new addition to the family; Scheana and Brock clash over hiring a nanny for Summer Moon.

BS MUSIC NOTES:
• Miley Cyrus and Pharrell – Their collaboration is “coming soon.” He posted a snippet on Instagram on Friday, but didn’t give a release date. The song, believed to be called ‘Doctor’, was first heard as part of Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Fall-Winter 2024 Collection presentation in Paris last month. LINK: http://tinyurl.com/tpnfcdpb
• Taylor Swift – has announced a 3^rd special edition of her upcoming album “Tortured Poets Department”, out April 19. This one will feature the bonus track ‘The Albatross’ performed during her show in Australia on Feb. 22. She posted the alternate cover art for the “Albatross” edition, featuring an image of her standing in front of a body of water — with a backside that reads “Am I allowed to cry?” LINK: http://tinyurl.com/2rmxx6vb
• Blink-182 – has equalled a 7-year-old record on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart. ‘One More Time’ has now been at #1 for 20 weeks, tying the mark for the longest reign in the tally’s 36-year history. Portugal. The Man’s ‘Feel It Still’ did the same thing in 2017.
• Billy Joel and Sting — kicked off their “One Night Only” co-headlining tour on Sat. in Miami, with both artists popping up during the other’s set to help out on a classic song. Sting’s set opened with a rendition of the Police’s ‘Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic’ featuring Joel. And during Joel’s set, Sting appeared onstage to take the lead on ‘Big Man on Mulberry Street’. LINK: http://tinyurl.com/mttaykma
• Huey Lewis – A trailer has been released for the new Broadway musical “The Heart of Rock and Roll”, inspired by and featuring the songs of Huey Lewis & the News. The show opens at James Earl Jones Theatre on April 22. LINK: http://tinyurl.com/2payf48b
• Warren Zeiders – ‘Pretty Little Poison’, his first-ever entry on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart has also become his first-ever #1. It’s also the first song to debut at the top of that chart since Nate Smith’s ‘Whiskey on You’ in February 2023.
• Dan + Shay – made their debut as coaches on “The Voice” last night, and they’re well aware that the show will expose them to a much bigger, mainstream audience, same as it did for Blake Shelton. Shay Mooney said: “This is a massive opportunity for us. We’ve had some crossover success, but this opens you up to an entirely different audience…We don’t really know what to expect.”
• Lainey Wilson – has got you if you need some bell-bottom, country-inspired denim apparel in your wardrobe. She and Wrangler have rolled out The Lainey Wilson Edit. The collection features several denim shirts, flare jeans, shorts, a Wester-printed jacket, and more. LINK: http://tinyurl.com/eu8vhj72

SHOOTING THE BULL

BINGE-WATCHER WANTED:
If you’re one of those people who is such a huge movie fan that you host an Oscars-watching party (and participate in an Oscars pool), then this might be perfect for you. A website is offering to pay a film fan $2,000 to watch all of this year’s Best Picture Academy Award nominees, and predict the winners. TestCasinos.com calls it a “unique job opportunity” where someone will be selected to watch the 10 nominees for Best Picture, rate each film – then predict the outcome of the Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress categories at this year’s Oscars. The chosen candidate will receive $2,000, plus a new 65-inch 4K TV and a $500 DoorDash gift card. Applications are being accepted through March 9. LINK: https://testcasinos.com/blog/oscar-nominees-dream-job/
(…which wouldn’t give you a lot of time to watch 10 movies…considering the Oscars happen on March 10!)
(I’d be all over this, but I don’t think there are enough Doritos in this town for me to sit through 10 movies!)
-UPI

SCIENTISTS SAY:
❑ If you just can’t seem to find the time to workout during the week – don’t sweat it (pardon the pun…)! Researchers from The Obesity Society found that squeezing in physical activity on weekends can be just as effective for losing weight as spreading out exercise across the work week. Their study of almost 10,000 adults found that both “weekend warriors” and those who get their exercise throughout the week showed significantly lower levels of abdominal and overall body fat compared to those who were inactive. The scientists did note, however, that the weekend warriors’ workout was of higher intensity and longer duration. (Now, why would someone want to ruin a perfectly good weekend by being a “warrior”?)
❑ A University of Texas study found that young women (and men) who wore high heels for several months began walking differently – in a good way. Contrary to widespread beliefs about wearing heels, those in the study were found to become better, more-efficient walkers – not only when wearing heels, but also in flats. The researchers believe that high heels could be used as a “training tool” for those with mobility issues, or for athletes or others who wish to be able to move faster and with more ease. Some test subjects, however, also complained of “squished toes”, and were found to have shorter calf muscles and stiffer Achilles tendons. (Poor traction on ice, too!)
-StudyFinds, WashingtonPost

DATE UPDATE:
How much are you willing to spend on a first date? If you fall in the age category of Gen Z or millennial, chances are the answer is about $50, maximum. British fashion retailer PrettyLittleThing found that 60% of Gen Zers said they wouldn’t spend more than $50 on a first date, and a whopping 96% of millennials said they also wouldn’t spend more than that. An experts said this frugal dating trend is part of the younger generation’s move toward experiences rather than material items, noting: “You can set up a romantic dinner date under the stars at a beautiful park for less than $50, and have the most extraordinary experience.” It’s also an indicator of the financial realities that many Gen Z and millennials face.
(I’m confused: Is that $50 before or AFTER the coupon?)
(Still…50 bucks is a LOT for a coffee and a muffin!)
-Newsweek

MOST PAINFUL PLACES TO GET A TATTOO:
☞ Rib cage: Thin skin, little to no fatty tissue between the skin and bones, and lots of nerve endings. (Thank God for my “Moobs”!)
☞ Face and neck: Relatively thin skin and lots of nerve endings. Even more painful on the lips. (Even MORE painful later, when you try to get a job!)
☞ Armpit: Rife with nerve endings, the area also has lymph nodes. This makes them very resistant to needle poking, and very, very sensitive. (Armpit? That’s pretty painful for the tattoo artist, too!)
☞ Hands and fingers: Plenty of nerve endings here, and sensitive to touch.
☞ Also: The outer arm, kneecap, calf, feet and ankles can be painful places to get ink. Not to mention the “unmentionable” places…
(In my experience, I felt the most pain when my father saw it!)
-Mic

DID YOU KNOW?
A ride-share company is offering a 4-hour tour of Tokyo’s public toilets. The guided Tokyo Toilet Shuttle Tour takes “restroom enthusiasts” through what are referred to as the symbols of Japan’s world-renowned hospitality culture. In 2020, the city embarked on an initiative called Tokyo Toilet. They brought together some of the biggest names in architecture and design to renovate 17 public restrooms, all featured on the tour. (And instead of buying a souvenir, you can LEAVE one?) LINK: http://tinyurl.com/5ebjnypc
-Insider

BS CHRONOMETER 02.27.24

TODAY’S BS REASONS TO PARTY . . .
• “Kahlua Day”, celebrating the coffee-flavored liqueur from Mexico that contains rum, corn syrup, and vanilla bean. Mix it with milk and – voila! – a ‘brown cow’.
• “Anosmia Awareness Day” [an-OHZ-me-uh], a day to spread awareness about the loss of the sense of smell. (Which would have come in very handy here in the studio this morning…)
• “International Polar Bear Day”, declared by non-profit conservation group Polar Bears International, to heighten awareness of the declining population of the big white guys of the Far North.
• “World Spay Day”, an annual campaign by the Humane Society to inspire people to save animal lives by spaying or neutering pets and feral cats. LINK: https://www.hsvma.org/world_spay_day
• “No Brainer Day”, when we’re encouraged to slack off. Any activity attempted should be something done without serious thought … a ‘no brainer’ activity. (Like this show, for instance.)
• “Retro Day”, swoop your hair into a mile-high beehive or strut those 8-inch bell bottoms. Can you maximize your curls for a stellar Afro? And don’t hesitate to break out the old roller skates and see if you still have those mad skills.
• “Pokémon Day”, celebrating the release of the first Pokémon video games, “Pocket Monsters: Red” and “Pocket Monsters: Green”, which debuted on this date in 1996. (I could throw in a number of Pokémon jokes here . . . but you’d never catch ‘em all…!)
• “Strawberry Day”, paying homage to one of the most popular fruits in the world. Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen each year, so they are often called the “taste of spring.” The bright red juicy berries are both delicious and incredibly good for you. Each bite is packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. (***BS FUN FACT: The average strawberry has 200 seeds***)
AND REMEMBER . . .
[Wed] Floral Design Day
[Wed] Tooth Fairy Day
[Thurs] Bachelors Day
[Fri] Compliment Day
This Week is…Fairtrade Fortnight
This Month is…Snack Food Month

TODAY’S CELEBIRTHDAYS . . .
1934 [90] Ralph Nader, Winsted CT, consumer advocate/author (“Unsafe at Any Speed”)/4-time US presidential candidate

1954 [70] Neal Schon, Tinker Air Force Base OK, rock guitarist (Journey-‘Don’t Stop Believin’, Bad English-‘When I See You Smile’, Santana)/Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 2017 (with Journey)

1959 [65] Johnny Van Zant, Jacksonville FL, rock singer (became Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman when the band reunited in 1987, 10 years after the plane crash that killed his brother, singer Ronnie Van Zant, and other band members)

1962 [62] Adam Baldwin, Winnetka IL, movie actor (“Full Metal Jacket”, “My Bodyguard”)/TV actor (“Firefly” 2002-03, “The Last Ship” 2014-18)

1971 [53] (Rozonda) ‘Chilli’ Thomas, Atlanta GA, R&B/pop singer (TLC-‘Waterfalls’, ‘No Scrubs’)

1980 [44] Chelsea Clinton, Little Rock AK, writer, health advocate (Clinton Foundation board member)/NBC News special correspondent 2011-14/daughter of Bill & Hillary Clinton

1981 [43] Josh Groban, LA CA, pop singer/operatic baritone (‘You Raise Me Up’, ‘To Where You Are’)/TV actor (appearances on “The Office”, “Ally McBeal” and other shows)

1983 [41] Kate Mara, Bedford NY, movie actress (“Fantastic Four”)/TV actress (“House of Cards” 2013-16, “American Horror Story: Murder House” 2011) COMING UP… “The Dutchman”

THIS DAY IN SHOW BIZ . . .
2003 [21] Children’s TV host Fred Rogers (“Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood”) dies of stomach cancer at age 74

2015 [09] Actor, director, photographer, and writer Leonard Nimoy, known as ‘Dr Spock’ on “Star Trek”, dies at age 83 from COPD

TODAY’S MUSIC EVENTS . . .
1980 [44] Michael Jackson wins the first of his 13 Grammy Awards: Best R&B Performance for ‘Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough’.

2018 [06] Barbra Streisand reveals she has cloned her Coton du Tulear (breed) dog twice, resulting in “Miss Violet” and “Miss Scarlett”

TODAY’S FIRST . . .
1827 [197] The first Mardi Gras celebration is held, in New Orleans LA (and the first co-ed flashes to get a cheap string of beads)

BULL’S BITS

BS WHACK FACTS:
✓ According to mathematicians, there are 177,147 ways to tie a tie.
✓ Albert Einstein never memorized his home phone number.
✓ The human brain cannot feel pain.
✓ 99% of people cannot lick their elbow.
✓ It snows more in the Grand Canyon than it does in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
✓ If you buy a lottery ticket on a Monday, you are 100 times more likely to die before the draw is held on Wednesday, than to win the Jackpot.
-BathroomReadersInstitute, RandomFactGenerator

Best of BS . . .
BS FAKE ACTION FILM FACTS:
• Directors only shout “action!” when filming action films. When directing a comedy, directors shout “comedy!”, and when directing a rom-com, they shout “rom-com!”.
• “Waterboy” was a prequel to “Aquaman”.
• “Stop Or My Mom Will Shoot” set the standard for the action films that followed.
• The bad guy never misses when shooting at the good guy.
• Schwarzenegger is an anagram for “Get to the choppa”.
• The plane was fake but the snakes were real.
• “The Matrix” was filmed before a live studio audience.
• “Rainman” and “Mad Max” are based on the same true story.
• The number of slow-motion explosions in an action movie has a direct correlation to box-office success.
• “Die Hard” is not a Christmas movie.
• The larger the actor, the poorer the acting. (Wait…that one might be true…)
-Twitter, first published in BS in 2019

BS SIGNS IT’S TIME TO DO YOUR LAUNDRY:
• You’re recycling your last pair of underwear by showering in them daily.
• You’ve worn your bedsheets to work because you can’t get them off of you.
• The phrase ‘Wash Me’ is visibly written on your jeans.
• Your tan T-shirt is now a green T-shirt.
• The boss pulls you aside to remind you your company’s ‘Casual Day’ policy does not allow for a college graduation gown and snorkeling fins.
-First published in BS in 2011

BS WEB GOODIE:
Looks about right:  http://tinyurl.com/a48bfsfw

BS RANDOM JOKE:
Netflix should have a category called “Easy to follow while looking at your phone the whole time.”

BS PHONE STARTER:
What was ruined because it became popular?

BS WATER COOLER QUESTION:
Question:  It has been determined that people who do THIS at least 3 times a week are meaner. What is it?
Answer:  Watch reality TV shows

BS DEEP THOUGHT:
If you stumble, make it part of the dance.