EDITOR’S NOTE: There’s a picture of the murder victim’s charred corpse after the jump which some readers may find disturbing. The prosecution in the Bryan Kocis murder trial is expected to rest their case against Harlow Cuadra this Monday or Tuesday. They’ve called more than 50 witnesses and we’ve condensed their testimony into bite-sized nuggets below:
Cuadra carrying Brent Corrigan in private footage taken at a nude beach. STRONG ENOUGH FOR MURDER?: A thin Harlow Cuadra slouched in his courtroom chair Thursday, not looking as jurors watched a video of him, shirtless, lifting dumbbells and flexing his muscles.
To prove that Cuadra had the strength to stab and kill Bryan Kocis, the prosecution called Lance Threadway, owner of the Virginia Beach gym where Cuadra and his partner, Joseph Kerekes, worked out regularly. Threadway called Cuadra, “a very strong gentleman… who regularly bench pressed 225 pounds.” Threadway said neither Cuadra or his boyfriend, Joseph Kerekes, checked into the gym between January 24th (the day Kocis was killed) and 26th.
Cuadra’s attorneys have painted Cuadra as weaker than his ex, admitted killer Joseph Kerekes, saying in opening statements that Cuadra wasn’t strong enough to stab Kocis and slash his throat.
Cuadra was also an escort with several friendly and helpful clients. HUSTLING FOR AN ALIBI: Cuadra’s former clients testified that Cuadra contacted them for an alibi for the night of the murder. “A bad alibi is better than no alibi,” Cuadra allegedly told Howard Mitchell Halford according to Halford’s testimony.
Halford met Cuadra through the male escort service Cuadra co-owned with Kerekes in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Halford said he loved Cuadra and often worried about him, giving Cuadra a key to his home so Cuadra could “have an option” if there was ever a problem with Kerekes. Since Cuadra’s arrest, Halford has donated more than $70,000 to Cuadra for his legal fund and other expenses. But he never lied to police.
“You were not with him on Jan. 24?” Assistant District Attorney Michael Melnick asked.
The testimony continues after the jump!
RELATED STORIES (left to right):Washington D.C. – Meet Obama’s gay White House interior decorator. United Kingdom – Gay activist calls Prince Harry’s male kiss ‘liberated and enlightened.’ [2]Canada – A peek inside the 500 page Dictionary of Homophobia. Poland – Art exhibit mocks Poland over gays. AFRICA Law – Victorian morals still criminalising gay people via colonial sodomy law. ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Singapore – 8 months jail for assault over gay rumour. EUROPE Community – European Parliament recommends mutual recognition of same-sex partnerships. England – Chris Bryant speaks publicly about “horrible” Gaydar photo controversy. Leeds, United Kingdom – Murder accused claims another man murdered trans sex worker. Poland – Art exhibit mocks Poland over gays. Scotland – New category for trans- and homophobic attacks considered in Scottish parliament. United Kingdom – Gay activist calls Prince Harry’s male kiss ‘liberated and enlightened.’ [2] United Kingdom – Lesbian convicted of murdering partner. NORTH AMERICA California – Church of Scientology targeting HIV+ protestors. California – More than 140 LGBTs and allied groups to hold “equality summit” to win back marriage. (Related – Equality Summit will be open to press.) California – Coalition of labor unions files brief to overturn Proposition 8. [2] Canada – A peek inside the 500 page Dictionary of Homophobia. Columbus, Ohio – Gay couple attacked in September come forward after SUV set ablaze. Dallas, Texas – Opinion: Condom ban rooted in hatred. Haiti – Federal handout sought to aid “ex-gay” advocates’ war against Haitian culture. Honduras – Transgender activist murdered. Nyack, New York – Gay mayor Shields of Nyack won’t run for re-election. Puerto Rico – Changes in Civil Code language would drop recognition of same-sex couples as family, limit access to partnership rights. Tennessee – Hotel owner denies firing gay people. Texas – Man suing to become employee in busty female wings joint, Hooters. United States – Lifetime network to air movie about ex-gay suicide. United States – Online march for LGBT rights. United States – Resistance to comprehensive sex education fuels rise in youth infections. United States – Serosorting: Slowing the spread of HIV, speeding the spread of syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia… United States – GQ writer surprised gays care about LeBron James Utah – Gay Utah ski event cancelled due to Prop 8. Washington, D.C. – LGBT Advocates meet with transition team. Washington, D.C. – A list of the people who’ll be gaying up the White House. [2] Washington D.C. – Meet Obama’s gay White House interior decorator. Washington D.C. – Clinton addresses rights for LGBT State Department employees. Washington D.C. – Obama’s inauguration brings mixed feelings for many Black LGBTQ Americans. OCEANIA Australia – Prominent Australian LGBT journalist Iain Clacher dies.
FEATURED STORIES (from left to right):Nashville, Tennessee – Gay employees fired from Arte Hotel. [2]Washington D.C. – Gay men’s chorus to participate in Inauguration event. Israel – Zach Pucthel now outi-ish pro baller in Israel. United States – Nationwide Defense of Marriage Act protests in the news. (Related – Lower numbers than No on 8 protests. Activism slipping?) AFRICA Opinion – Rick Warren and gays in Africa. Senegal – Human rights group claims Senegal’s sodomy law criminalises HIV work. South Africa – South Africa questioned on not backing U.N. resolution. ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Israel – Zach Pucthel now outi-ish pro baller in Israel. EUROPE Belarus – Gay activist avoids conscription. Britain – Best pro-gay British companies to work for? London, England – Tales from antiquity to mark LGBT history month exhibit. London, England – Prince Hal in trouble over video with racist, homophobic remarks. (Related – Stonewall organization demands an apology.) Malta – Maltese gay politician excommunicates himself from Catholic Church. Netherlands – Ex-Gays lose Latest round of government handouts. Norway – Gay ex-top cop/realityTV show contestant marries boyfriend. Poland – Politician to former Prime Minister: “Are you gay?” Russia – European parliament says all human rights integral to EU-Russia relations. Switzerland – Swiss ordered to reimburse cost of gender reassignment surgery. NORTH AMERICA Cleveland, Ohio – Prospect of 2014 gay games raises excitement. Cleveland, Ohio – Foes of Cleveland’s domestic partner registry collect mostly yawns. Colorado – Colorado Episcopalians end moratorium on gay priests. Florida – Gay candidates in several county political races. Gainesville, Florida – Conservatives battle Gainesville trans rights law. (Related – Trans fear-mongering ad launched against anti-discrimination law.) Hollywood, California – Some gay nods at high-profile self-suck Golden Globes awards. Indiana – Anti-marriage equality amendment introduced today. Nashville, Tennessee – Gay employees fired from Arte Hotel. [2] New England – Gay groups working for six states to ahve gay marriage by 2012. New York City – Neil Patrick Harris first American gay man, but not first gay to host Saturday Night Live. (Related – Recap of Harris’ bits on SNL.) Providence, Rhode Island – David Cicilline: The nation’s first elected out governor? Seattle, Washington – Gay bars lively, defiant despite threat of ricin attack. United States – Nationwide Defense of Marriage Act protests in the news. (Related – Lower numbers than No on 8 protests. Activism slipping?) United States – Hate groups on rise due to crap economy. United States – States with less internet access to porn have more rape cases. United States – Ted Haggard media tour embarrasses ex-gay leadership United States – Campbell’s Soup promises more gay ads to come. Washington D.C. – Log Cabin Republicans in debt. [2] Washington D.C. – Obama Press Secretary says President-Elect will repeal gay military ban. [2] (Related – Inside “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”) Washington D.C. – ACLU lawsuit charges U.S. Department of State discriminated against former veteran because of HIV status. Washington D.C. – Gay men’s chorus to participate in Inauguration event. Washington D.C. – Openly gay bishop Gene Robinson inaugural prayer, appeases some gays angry over anti-gay preacher Warren. [2] WORLDWIDE Community – Equality Matters launches online march for LGBT equality. Health – Shadowboxing with HIV anxiety.
FEATURED STORIES (left to right):Amsterdam, Netherlands – Amsterdam’s gay Christmas features Mary in drag. [2] (Related – Christian angered… surprise, surprise) Vatican City – Pope likens heterosexuality to rainforests, saying both require saving (from the gays). California – Attorney General urges California Supreme Court to void Prop 8. [2]United Kingdom – UK celebrates three years of civil partnerships. AFRICA Botswana – Media fuel ex-gay sexual confusion, champion use of electroshock for homosexual “cure.” South Africa – Trans activists attend first pan-African meeting. South Africa – Opinion: Country is a gay rights travesty. ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Hong Kong – A gay pride revolution in Hong Kong. India – India’s gay culture thrives on the big screen. EUROPE Amsterdam, Netherlands – Amsterdam’s gay Christmas features Mary in drag. [2] (Related – Christian angered… surprise, surprise) Brighton, England – Straight man wins “landmark” homophobic harassment case. [2] Budapest, Hungary – Court annuls domestic partnership laws Israel – Country signs UN gay rights declaration. London – Landmark rulings strengthen gay rights in workplace. Scotland – Greens leader claims Scottish Parliament has closeted MSPs. United Kingdom – UK celebrates three years of civil partnerships. Vatican City – Pope likens heterosexuality to rainforests, saying both require saving (from the gays). Vatican City – Vatican claims sexual orientation is not legally defined. NORTH AMERICA California – Two married men move from Ohio to California to protest Prop 8. California – Attorney General urges California Supreme Court to void Prop 8. [2] Chicago, Illinois – Murdered gay man’s family appeals for help. Dallas, Texas – Dallas AIDS data may end condom distribution ban. Felton, California – Gay activist punched. Lancaster, Pennsylvania – Woman complains of transgender bias at college. McLean, Virginia – Episcopal conservatives win key battle over gays. New York City – Group wins asylum for gay pos man facing deportation. Payette, Idaho – Transgender woman fights for her identity. Richmond, California – 4 men sought in gang rape of lesbian. [2] Sacramento, California – NewsReview writes ex-gay puff piece without interviewing San Diego, California – Straight couple “devoted” to fighting against marriage equality. Toledo, Ohio – Dozens sign Toledo’s domestic partner registry. United States – Gay social networking site, D-List, to end its run next month. United States – Editorial: Civil unions separate but not equal. United States – Various coverage from “Light Up the Night for Equality” weekend protests. [2] (Video of nationwide protests) United States – Business is booming for America’s most popular gay wedding resource. Utah – Gay rights group says to deliver 27,000 letters Mormon church leader. United States – Campell Soup is latest target of right wing gay haters. (Related – Anti-gays want our mere presence cut from broth ads) United States – Innovative settlement in Transgender discrimination case. Washington D.C. – New Bush medical rules could harm LGBT, HIV patients. Washington D.C. – Video: Head of Episcopal Church calls homosexuality ‘a gift.’ (Related – Gay clergy struggles with marriage stance) Washington D.C. – Anti-gay preacher defends inauguration invite. Washington D.C. – Opinion: Stop focusing on Rick Warren and start focusing on anti-gay crime, especially on racially-motivated hate crimes. OCEANIA Australia – Did coming out tarnish Matthew Mitcham’s gold in the eyes of sponsors? Brisbane, Australia – Former ex-gay honored for helping troubled gay Australians. Queensland, Australia – Lesbian teacher’s victim recounts ‘forced love’ ordeal. SOUTH AMERICA Ecuador – President vows to fight homophobia. WORLDWIDE Community – Gay rights still on UN agenda Community – Feature: How homophobia hurts everyone. Health – UNAIDS: Decriminalisation is key to universal access to HIV treatment.
FEATURED STORIES (left to right):Brisbane, Australia – 82% Of Queensland youth have considered suicide over teasing about their sexuality. United Kingdom – “Pimped-up” T-cells seek out and destroy HIV. California – Thousands of protesters gathered around Bay Area over the weekend. United Kingdom – Government minister challenged Jamaican PM about homophobia. ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Bangalore, India – Trans people and GLBT activists arrested. Delhi, India – High court weighs ruling on India’s sodomy law. Singapore – Homosexual flasher killed: Were sentences appropriate? EUROPE Berlin, Germany – AIDS cure breakthrough involves gene therapy. Malta – Maltese government’s “inhumane” treatment of trans bride. Sweden – Swedish courts rule in three lesbian cases. United Kingdom – Government minister challenged Jamaican PM about homophobia. United Kingdom – Military payout to ousted gays hits £4 million. United Kingdom – “Pimped-up” T-cells seek out and destroy HIV. Vatican City – Roman Catholic thinking on homosexuality – “a type of wound.” NORTH AMERICA California – Catholics, Mormons allied to pass Proposition 8. California – Thousands of protesters gathered around Bay Area over the weekend. California – Governor Schwarzenegger tells backers of gay marriage: Don’t give up. California – Anti-gay Musgrave lost by 12 points, still won’t concede. California – Radio host Jim Quinn asserts, “Gay sex produces AIDS”; “They should charge homosexuals more for their … health insurance.” Connecticut – Same-sex marriages to begin November 12th. Dallas, Texas – ‘Why Gay Is Not O.K.’ sermon incites Dallas protest. Hollywood, California – Nicole Kidman to play world’s first post-op transgender woman. Idaho – State donated $400K to pass gay marriage ban. Jamaica – Interview: Securing gay rights in Jamaica is vital to AIDS struggle. Michigan City, Indiana – Homophobic coaches to be re-suspended? New York – Third conservative Episcopal diocese splits over gays. New York City – Tim Gunn hosts Emery Awards for gay rights support. New Hampshire – Barack Obama asked gay bishop Gene Robinson what it was like to be ‘first.’ Ontario, Canada – Lesbian couple beaten in front of young son. Salt Lake City, Utah – Utah faces boycott after Mormon work for Prop 8. Washington D.C. – Police shoot, kill disturbed gay man in his home. Washington D.C. – Trans sex worker warns arrests won’t solve problem. OCEANIA Australia – Australian activists seek apology from Jerry Lewis. Brisbane, Australia – 82% Of Queensland youth have considered suicide over teasing about their sexuality.
FEATURE STORIES (left to right):California – Anti-gay marriage amendment, Proposition 8, passes 52 to 48 percent. Birmingham, Alabama – Mayors asks for discrimination lawsuit to be thrown out. Jerusalem – Gay oasis facing grave financial threat. Germany – Nation launches its first-ever gay television channel. ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Jerusalem – Gay oasis facing grave financial threat. Singapore – 3 men sent to reform centre for beating male “flasher” to death. Thailand – Alarm over rising HIV rates among gays. EUROPE Britain – Anti-gay general practitioner suspended. Germany – Nation launches its first-ever gay television channel. Ireland – Irish Catholic leaders ready for court challenge to civil partnerships. London – Transgender group to protest London Stonewall awards ceremony for honoring “transphobic” journalist. Scotland, United Kingdom – ‘Unfair’ ban on gay blood donors to stay. St. Petersburg, Russia – Hundreds attend anti-Nazi rally. Surrey, United Kingdom – Homophobic stabber found guilty of murder. United Kingdom – New website supports parents worried about homophobic bullying. West Didsbury – Appeal for witnesses after homophobic attack on woman dressed as Batman character. NORTH AMERICA Alberta, Canada – Cannuck as Executive Director as International Lesbian and Gay Association turns 30. Arkansas – Passes gay adoption ban. Birmingham, Alabama – Mayors asks for discrimination lawsuit to be thrown out. Boyton Beach, Florida – Lesbian kills ex-lover in rage. British Columbia, Canada – Human rights tribunal to hear lesbian case. California – Anti-gay marriage amendment, Proposition 8, passes 52 to 48 percent. Colorado – Gay politico, Jared Polis, wins congressional race. Connecticut – Gay politico wins second term. Connecticut – Same-sex marriage in Connecticut to begin November 12th. Conway, Arkansas – Four Soulforce gay-rights activists arrested at Central Baptist College. Dallas, Texas – Lesbian sheriff wins second term. Grosse Pointe, Michigan – Anti-gay church vows protest of Matthew Shepard-related school play. Hamtramck, Michigan – City votes against anti-bias ordinance in city contracts, housing and employment. United States – Lesbian romance, character to be axed from Grey’s Anatomy United States – Simpsons under fire for a homophobic crack. United States – Transgender voters with name changes face voting difficulties. OCEANIA Australia – Three peak HIV organizations join 2008 Walk For AIDS.
FEATURED STORIES (left to right): Uganda – More out Ugandan Gays Leads to Police ‘Hunt’ Threat, Italy – Gay Celebrity Calls Putin Sexiest Man Alive, Stockholm – Research on AIDS virus and cancer wins Nobel Medicine Prize, Australia – De facto gay couples bill passed by Senate. Iran (not pictured) – ‘Underground Railroad’ Formed for Gay Iranians Fleeing Country. AFRICA Uganda – More out Ugandan Gays Leads to Police ‘Hunt’ Threat. [SOURCE] Uganda – Ugandan Lesbian Granted Asylum in UK. [SOURCE] ASIA & MIDDLE EAST Dehli, India – Religion can’t justify sodomy law, says Delhi high court. [SOURCE] Hong Kong – HIV infections up among gay men. [SOURCE] Iran – ‘Underground Railroad’ Formed for Gay Iranians Fleeing Country. [SOURCE] Israel – Fearing for his life, gay Palestinian seeks asylum in Israel. [SOURCE] South Korea – The deadly reality of South Korea’s virtual world. [SOURCE] EUROPE Austria – Right-wing Austrian politico visited gay bar before fatal car crash. [SOURCE] Europe – Europe cannot impose recognition of same-sex partnerships says EU Commissioner. [SOURCE] Europe – Cohabitation bill not for gays. [SOURCE] Glasgow, United Kingdom – Parental Rights for Gay Sperm Donor. [SOURCE] Halifax, United Kingdom – Nova Scotia queer group honours Dan MacKay. [SOURCE] Italy – Gay Celebrity Calls Putin Sexiest Man Alive. [SOURCE] London, England – Cannibal chef given life sentence. [SOURCE] London, England – MP Attacks Vicar Who Called For Gays To Have Health Warnings. [SOURCE] Kathimerini, Greece – Greek bill for unmarried partners will not help gays. [SOURCE] Netherlands – Three men accused of deliberately infecting at least 14 with HIV. [SOURCE] Scotland – Reports of homophobic hate crimes rise in Scotland. [SOURCE] Stockholm – Research on AIDS virus and cancer wins Nobel Medicine Prize. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – Footballer Says He Knows 12 Top Players Who are Gay. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – Police told to avoid arresting people having sex in parks. [SOURCE] Wales – Public Pool In Wales Being Used By Gay Men For Sex. [SOURCE] NORTH AMERICA Arizona – The Daily Star Paper Fights Unnecessary Gay Nup Ban. [SOURCE] Chicago, Illinois – Vote Delayed On Chicago Gay High School. [SOURCE] Cleveland, Ohio – Will Gay Games move to Cleveland in 2014? [SOURCE] Colorado Springs, Colorado – Big rift over gay event at CU campus. [SOURCE] Dallas, Texas – Judge sparked outrage when he equated gays to prostitutes in defending killer’s lenient sentence. [SOURCE] Florence, Alabama – LGBT Activists Arrested at Christian College. [SOURCE] Florida – Anti-gay hate church to appear at Florida gay marriage debate. [SOURCE] Florida – Poll Shows Florida Gay Marriage Ban Lacking In Support. [SOURCE] Kanakee, Illinois – Homophobic attack by school bus driver on 10- year-old boy. [SOURCE] Laramie, Wyoming – Judy Shepard, Matthew Shepard’s Mother, Issues Statement. [SOURCE] Los Angeles, California – California Gay Marriage Fundraiser Reaches For Stars. [SOURCE] Los Angeles, California – Feinstein and Partner Get Married in L.A. [SOURCE] Madison, Wisconsin – New exhibit explores Nazi persecution of gays. [SOURCE] Magna, Utah – Gay man attacked after taking photo with another man. [SOURCE] Montpelier, Vermont – Connecticut Ruling May Boost Vermont Gay Marriage Movement. [SOURCE] New York City, New York – NYC man sentenced in death of gay man. [SOURCE] The Ozarks, United States – A hidden gay history in the Ozark mountains revealed. [SOURCE] Robertsdale, Alabama – Cop charged with sodomy. [SOURCE] United States – New Openness Leads to More Gay Celebrity Boyfriends. [SOURCE] United States – Celebrity lesbianism more fashion than celebrity? [SOURCE] United States – No Evidence Circumcision Reduces HIV Risk In Gay Men. [SOURCE] United States – Atlantic Monthly Story On TransYouth Insufficient. [SOURCE] United States – Gay Sailors Talk, Vote For Change. [SOURCE] Washington, D.C. – Supreme Court unlikely to hear gay cases this year. [SOURCE] OCEANIA Australia – De facto gay couples bill passed by Senate. [SOURCE]
FEATURED STORIES:United States – The first U.S. science fiction series to include gay characters. Moscow, Idaho – Gay student targeted in hate crime threat. Britain – British gay pub hit by “butt pirate” graffiti. California – Foes of gay-marriage ban say poll shows Prop. 8 leading. AFRICA Kampala, Uganda – Controversial Ugandan minister launches anti-gay tirade. [SOURCE] Nigeria – Nigerian speaks out against son who founded gay church. [SOURCE] South Africa – Charges against five men in rape/murder of lesbian soccer player dropped. [SOURCE] Uganda – Asylum seeker wins Sappho prize. [SOURCE] EUROPE Britain – British gay pub hit by “butt pirate” graffiti. [SOURCE] Derby, United Kingdom – Gay teen was goaded into suicide by jeering mob. [SOURCE] England – Priest apologizes for anti-gay “tattoo” comments. [SOURCE] France – “AIDS vaccine in four years,” says Nobel prize winner. [SOURCE] Latvia – Baltic states’ Gay Pride to take place in Riga in May 2009. [SOURCE] Lithuania – We are homophobic says Lithuanian minister. [SOURCE] Netherlands – Overseas Dutch territories still snub same-sex nuptials. [SOURCE] Tambov, Russia – Russia may permit first gay march 500km from Moscow. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – Twigg backs Labour initiative to encourage more LGBT MPs. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – United Nations calls on UK to stop discrimination against LGBT teens. [SOURCE] NORTH AMERICA Atlanta, Georgia – Transgender politician triumphs over lawsuit. [SOURCE] California – Bride & groom returns to califonia marriage licenses. [SOURCE] California – Foes of gay-marriage ban say poll shows Prop. 8 leading. [SOURCE] Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands – Virgin Islands debate ban on same-sex marriages. [SOURCE]
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/americas/haiti/story/712629.html Cheyenne, Wyoming – Matthew Shepard autopsy records missing. [SOURCE] Colorado – Gay candidate seeks a first in Colorado. [SOURCE] Connecticut – Anti-gay movement seeks first constitutional convention in 40 years. [SOURCE] Hamilton, Ontario – Jury selection begins in HIV-related homicides. [SOURCE] Huntington, West Virginia – Woman says she was fired because she’s gay. [SOURCE] Jackson, Mississippi – Mississippi Safe Schools Coalition to convene its inaugural conference addressing the harassment and bullying of LGBT students. [SOURCE] Little Rock, Arkansas – Arkansas judges oppose measure to ban gay adoption, foster care. [SOURCE] Louisiana – Louisiana gains first two openly gay elected officials. [SOURCE] Massachusetts – California beats Massachusetts on gay marriage totals. [SOURCE] Michigan – Group joins boycott against Hallmark over “same-sex couple” cards. [SOURCE] Moscow, Idaho – Gay student targeted in hate crime threat. [SOURCE] New York – Advertising Council to advertise against use of “that’s so gay.” [SOURCE] New York City – Gay candidates anticipating breakthroughs. [SOURCE] Regina, Canada – Candidate who made anti-gay remarks is no-show. [SOURCE] San Diego, California – Colleges’ gay clubs clash with officials over name. [SOURCE] San Diego, California – Mistrial ends San Diego gay pride harassment case. [SOURCE] Salt Lake City, Utah – LDS Church woos Californians in Utah to back gay marriage ban. [SOURCE] United States – The first U.S. science fiction series to include gay characters. [SOURCE] United States – Shepard and Byrd, who died months apart, linked forever. [SOURCE] Washington – Circumcision benefit in AIDS is divided. [SOURCE] Washington – Nobel medicine prize reopens old AIDS wounds. [SOURCE] Washington, D.C. – Med student assaulted in anti-gay hate crime. [SOURCE] OCEANIA Australia – Diver Mitcham saddened by his status as the only openly gay male Olympian. [SOURCE] SOUTH AMERICA Guatemala – Gay man’s asylum appeal denied. [SOURCE]
So, here’s a puzzler: What Do These Images Have in Common?Kylie says we’re The One. Matt poses in ways that make us swoon. Daniel Radcliffe was so inspired, he wrotes steamy gay love letters. Justin learns to say lick my balls. We’re talking about the guys in Sensitif.Gavin Newsom continues to demonstrate how to be the coolest straight guy, ever. Dallas Imbimbo gets caught with his pants down. Ponder what’s hotter, Daniel Craig or the new 007 theme from Alicia Keys and Jack White. The Answer? Click any link and the answer will be clear…
ASIA AND MIDDLE EAST Kuwait – Muslim leader denies issuing progressive fatwa on gender surgery. [SOURCE] EUROPE Bosnia – Amnesty calls on authorities to protect Bosnian gay festival. [SOURCE] Britain – Gay holiday company ceases trading after XL collapse. [SOURCE] Cardiff, United Kingdom – Welsh Assembly Memeber joins protest against deportation of gay asylum seeker. [SOURCE] Copenhagen, Denmark – Human rights conference to be held alongside Outgames. [SOURCE] Scotland – LGBT toolkit for Scotland’s schools to be unveiled. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – Home Secretary urged to spare gay man from Uganda deportation. [SOURCE] United Kingdom – New guidelines suggest gay men should have annual HIV test. [SOURCE] NORTH AMERICA Albany, New York City – State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos opposes same-sex marriage, bullying at Log Cabin Republican meeting. [SOURCE] California – Gay marriage proponents outspent in ballot battle. [SOURCE] Chicago, Illinois – Record number of preregistrants for AIDS Run & Walk, this Saturday. [SOURCE] Laramie, Wyoming – University of Wyoming to dedicate bench to Matthew Shepard. [SOURCE] Madison, Wisconsin – Man arrested after alleged gay slurs, scuffle. [SOURCE] Oakville, Ontario, Canada – Canada anti-hate law should not extend to Internet jokes, critics say. [SOURCE] Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Senator James Inhofe gay bashes in new ad. [SOURCE 1][SOURCE 2] Sacramento, California – Heterosexual couple protests gender-neutral labels. [SOURCE] San Francisco, California – Poll: Support for anti-gay amendment wanes. [SOURCE] San Francisco, California – Synagogue creates a blessing for anonymous sex. [SOURCE] San Francisco, California – Gay activist and inventor, John Burnside, dies at 91. [SOURCE] Tribune, Kansas – 16-year-old attempts murder of fellow teen because he’s gay. [SOURCE] United States – U.S. law sends some bi-national, same-sex couples into exile. [SOURCE] United States – CDC urges government to double HIV budget. [SOURCE] Utah – Philanthropist kicks in $1M to fight California gay-marriage ban. [SOURCE] Verona, Wisconsin – Wisconsin church music director fired for openly gay life. [SOURCE] Washington, D.C., U.S.A. – Man attacked in suspected gay bashing dies. [SOURCE] OCEANIA Australia – New Liberal leader urged to honour gay rights pledge. [SOURCE] Sydney, Australia – Sydney named 2nd best gay city in the world. [SOURCE] SOUTH AMERICA Brazil – President in favor of civil unions. [SOURCE]
It’s that time of the year again, when the entire industry waits with baited breath to see who will be nominated for the GAYVN Awards. The list is long — pretty much everyone who is anyone has been nominated for something. We have our favorites, but are interested to hear who you think should win.
The category for “Best Actor” should be a tough decision. Jason Ridge, Dean Flynn, Roman Heart, Josh Vaughn, Michael Lucas, Jake Deckard, Vinnie D’Angelo, Dean Phoenix, Erik Rhodes, and Tiger Tyson are all nominated.
For “Best Newcomer,” we see one favorite left off. On the list: Blake Riley, Christian Cruz, Dean Flynn, DO, Eddie Diaz, Jesse Santana, Josh Vaughn, Kaden Saylor, Ricardo Onca, Rick van Sant, Steve Cruz and Tommy Lima. Notably absent is RJ Danvers, who made a huge splash in 2007.
The 10th Annual GAYVN Awards Show will be held at the Giftcenter in San Francisco on Saturday, February 16, 2008.
The complete list after the jump and don’t forget to comment on who you think should win.
Faltan pocas horas para empezar el 2008 y ya tenemos eventos en nuestras agendas. Se trata de la segunda edición del “European Gay Porn Awards”, el Oscar del porno en Europa. Muy pronto tendremos más novedades acerca del evento (que ocurrirá en Berlín – Alemania el 17 de mayo) incluyendo entradas para asistir a la premiación.
Para votar en tus favoritos visite la página de EGPA. A la continuación, la lista completa de los niminados.
Matthew Rush (born Gregory Grove on September 22, 1972) is an American-gay pornographic actor who appears in films and magazines. He is also a bodybuilder and personal trainer under his real name. He has competed at the Gay Games in Amsterdam and Sydney, Australia.
Rush is the son of an African-American father, and a German/Italian mother, who raised him as a single parent. He grew up in the small town of Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. When he was in high school, he wanted to be a professional clown, and auditioned for the Ringling Brothers Clown College. He was also involved in weight training and lifting, and had to choose between becoming a clown and spending nine months of the year on a train, or go on with the weight training. Because of the results he had achieved in seeing his body change and grow by weight training, he decided to keep going in weight training.
Rush says he grew up with superhero comics and TV shows, admiring the power and beauty of heroines such as Linda Carter’s Wonder Woman and the fraternity of super-groups like the Justice League. In his adult life, Rush finds that he still relates to the alter-ego aspects of the superhero myth as he has had to split his identity between mild-mannered Greg Grove and the virile porn star Matthew Rush.
He graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. After graduation, he worked in the cruise industry as a personal trainer, but soon moved to Columbus, Ohio to work as a personal trainer. He was approached there by an agent for Falcon Video, and was signed to an exclusive contract.
As a porn star, he is under exclusive contract with Falcon Studios, a leading producer of gay porn movies. He appears as the top man in his videos, but in Taking Flight Part 2, Rush “bottom”s for the first time (on camera). Rush has claimed to like having anal sex even when he’s “bottom,” but has always been “top” in his films because he said bottoming him was a priviliege he kept private for him and his boyfriend. He calls himself versatile.
From 2002 to 2005, he acted in a traveling stage production of Making Porn, directed by fellow porn star Blue Blake. He also appeared in the stage production, 10 Naked Men in 2004. In 2004, at a public appearance at Throckmorton Mining Company, Matthew Rush spied a local hottie with a Spider Man tattoo, and a whirlwind romance followed shortly thereafter. When Dallas-bred Chris Steele, now an executive at Falcon Studios, was short a stud for his two-part video “Cross Country,” Rush tapped his Big D boyfriend to co-star, and a new porn god was born: Ethan Kage. Rush has had relationships with fellow porn stars Zak Spears, Rob Romoni, Jake Ginelli, Parker Williams, Joe Foster, Ethan Kage and current boyfriend Tyler Riggz.
DocFeelQC: Greg (aka Matt Rush) thank you for taking time out for QC. I know you are busy and I feel honored for a chance to talk with my “Rush Crush.”
Matt Rush: I’m happy that we can do this.
DocFeelQC: Greg, I have to thank Howard for being so instrumental in helping me get in touch. He is a new hero of mine.
MR: Yeah Howard is a great guy.
DocFeelQC: Greg, the fans all love Matt Rush, but I have to admit I am interested in Greg; the man behind the Adonis.
MR: I have to warn you, Greg isn’t as exciting as Matt, lol
DocFeelQC: …lol Not from what I’m looking at! I understand they kind of go hand in hand like the Clark and Superman/Diana & Wonder Woman.
MR: Yeah, it’s like a light switch. When I need to be Matt, I turn him on. When the fans aren’t around, I’m back to Greg. I just don’t have the spandex tights!
DocFeelQC: Together by the forces combined we have Super Rush….lol
MR: Yeah, something like that…lol
DocFeelQC: Spandex tights couldn’t hold your um “superpower” in…lol
MR: If you believe that I can get my ghetto ass in a pair of spandex tights, I have an ocean-front property in AZ to sell you!..lol
DocFeelQC: I prefer your “Ghetto Ass” naked anyway…lol I was told to ask you about Tyler, a clown car and Wonder Woman blasting……
MR: Ah, I see you talked to Howard. You see I drive a Mini Cooper Convertable sport. It’s like a clown car….. Well when Chi Chi was in town, Tyler Riggz and I raced Howard and Chi Chi down US1 on our way to Coliseum. I was blasting the Wonder Woman theme song from my car.
DocFeelQC: That picture alone with Wonder Woman blasting is enough to make me laugh for days….lol
MR: So there goes any masculinity I had out the window!
DocFeelQC: I get that you are masculine, butch and highly defined as buff, BUT…there is this serious teddy bear-soft side to you
MR: Wonder Woman is me getting in touch with my feminine side…lol
DocFeelQC: You are an emotional-masculine guy.
MR: Yeah, I can be a big ole teddy bear
DocFeelQC: A rarity! It’s nice to see some real men aren’t afraid to show emotion. I read about your 911 experience and how it touched you deeply. I was impressed with your sensitivity.
MR: Yeah that was a pretty emotional time. I was in Sacramento shooting. A friend of mine called and woke me up. I turned on the TV and watched the whole thing unfold. I wasn’t sure if I was safe, my family was safe it was scary.
DocFeelQC: I agree , I was in a classroom lecturing that day and will never forget it. It was a huge American-bonding moment.
MR: I don’t think we will ever forget where we were during 9/11
DocFeelQC: You know that is what struck me about your words. I have asked others and they couldn’t remember…
MR: I don’t see how.
DocFeelQC: Well, they gave off handed remarks like they don’t watch much TV or were busy at the time. I think the whole country stopped for days and it is easier just not to discuss feelings.
MR: Were they living under a rock? LOL, Come On!
DocFeelQC: Fellow porn stars buddy, you tell me….lol
MR: Well you have me there!..lol
DocFeelQC: Let’s discuss your movie Another Gay Movie …. How was that?
MR: “Another Gay Movie” was a blast working with Ant was quite the experience.
DocFeelQC: You were great in the movie, I laughed hysterically. I know some frowned on it, but come on it was a total feel-good movie and you were like the chocolate of the film….lol
MR: Yeah, I mean it was to make you laugh. Some people thought it was too stereotypical. Come on, if we can’t laugh at ourselves then what’s the point?
DocFeelQC: Amen, laughing at ourselves is way better than being made fun of. Life is too short and some people have too big of sticks to ride.
MR: Exactly! Mama always said “A day without laughter is a day wasted.”
DocFeelQC: Did you get to meet Richard Hatch? Our infamous Survivor now Federal Prisoner… I get to interview Mr. Hatch later this year. Good thing QC likes orange…lol
MR: Yeah, apparently he didn’t get to see the premier of the movie because he went to jail two days prior!
DocFeelQC: How was Graham Norton? You kinda have to love him.
MR: He’s so cool. Really funny and a down to earth guy.
DocFeelQC: He always seems it, and he is cute as a button!
MR: Yeah he has a certain sex appeal**evil grin**
DocFeelQC: I saw the preview for Velvet Mafia.
MR: Oh really?
DocFeelQC: Buddy, your comedic ability is hilarious.
MR: When you are in this line of work, you have to have a sense of humor..lol
DocFeelQC: I never ever laughed so hard at someone and yet been like fuck he is so hot!…lol
MR: Doing theater has helped with my “comedy.”
DocFeelQC: You have this ability much like Debra Messing in comedy. She walks in a room and an expression or body stance can make the statement.
MR: Wow, that is a compliment! I love her!
DocFeelQC: You and Debra have this ability to just flow and Rush holding a HUGE gun…Hot
MR: That was my Charlie’s Angel’s moment…lol
DocFeelQC: Was this movie different for you to do than others? I think it has HUGE GAYVN potential.
MR: Oh yeah, I never murdered anyone in a movie or shot a sawed-off shot rifle before.
DocFeelQC: LOL, Speaking of acting, you are doing more mainstream work than others cursed by adult fame. Would you like to continue that?
MR: Yeah I would. I love acting period. I want to be the Jenna Jameson of gay porn….lol or Tracy Lords
DocFeelQC: Become the next Van Damme of action movies, the “Buffer” Gay Bond?
MR: Just don’t expect me to do the Van Damme splits.
DocFeelQC: LOL, Now come on, with a little practice….lol
MR: Forget it! It was bad enough having Erik Rhodes push my legs behind my head in Heaven to Hell!
DocFeelQC: Oh! What a GREAT Scene though! Greg, can we jump to a dark segment for a moment?
MR: Sure thing
DocFeelQC: I know all about the bullshit forums and the attacks you took personally and professionally due to your ex’s.
MR: Oh Yeah **sad face**
DocFeelQC: I saw you took it with maturity and professionalism, but knowing your soft side it had to hurt.
MR: Sure it hurt, I mean I loved these guys. Love causes us to do stupid things at times. I tried to take the high road and not let it effect me. It’s easier to hate someone to get over them faster.
DocFeelQC: I truly felt people were being silly. I mean come on, so you’re celebrity, that doesn’t mean you aren’t human. Relationships, break ups they are messy and sometimes painful, but normal.
MR: I agree. It happens and we have to learn form them and move on.
DocFeelQC: How are your friendships with them now, better I hope?
MR: Yeah, I am friends with my ex’s. It’s silly not to be friends especially when we had invested so much time in the relationships
DocFeelQC: He is beautiful and you both just shine together… Give the fans your take on the love you share. Why is this one working so well?
MR: You know, Tyler is one of those guys that you immediately click with. We both have the same twisted sense of humor and we understand each other. Tyler is very laid back. There is no competition between us when it comes to our careers.
DocFeelQC: I totally see you being a daddy. You have this overwhelming nurturing love inside.
MR: He’s the daddy, he has all the chest hair!!
DocFeelQC: LOL, I have heard that from so many close to you. I keep hearing this one is the ONE.
MR: Yeah, I’m very content. Tyler is an amazing guy and anyone would be lucky to have him in their life.
DocFeelQC: Awww, now that’s the Greg love…….
MR: LOL, there goes that tough masculinity thing out the window….LOL
DocFeelQC: Greg, what do you want your fans to know about you that they don’t know right now?
MR: I guess that I’m an everyday person with the same problems and concerns as everyone else.
DocFeelQC: Be helpful if fans stopped placing you guys on HUGE pedestals and saw you as one of them?
MR: You hit the nail on the head. We play characters on film. We are human beings with feelings and emotions and we eat carbs! lol
DocFeelQC: I am lucky to meet you guys and I know that your “on-screen” persona is only a part of who you are. You guys are just like me, just like them. Life doesn’t come easy, it has pitfalls and we all do our best.
MR: That’s true
DocFeelQC: What’s in your immediate future for the fans to watch for?
MR: The Velvet Mafia will be out soon and I just shot a film a few months ago called Riding Hard. It’s a cowboy themed movie. We actually ride horses! LOL. I will also be in Austin from Sept 21-Oct 29 doing the play “Psycho Beach Party”
Favorite color: Burnt Sienna Food: This is gross….Dipping my Wendy’s French fries in my Frosty! It’s the best!
DocFeelQC: I do that!!!!!! OMG, LOL
MR: We just seriously bonded…lol
Shoe size: According to the magazines, I would wear a size 12-13 if you know what I mean. Truth be known, I wear a 10 Boxers or briefs: briefs Favorite childhood scent: Fresh-cut grass or the smell of pine like a Christmas Tree
Greg, thank you, it’s been an amazing time with you and you are more beautiful and sweet AND MASCULINE than I even imagined…
MR: Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to interview me. I had a lot of fun.
QC and I would like to extend a huge thank you to Matt for his time, charm and absolute humor. Matt is an amazing guy. I would also like to personally thank Howie for hooking me up with Matt. Thanks bud.
(Photo Credits: Falcon Studios & Gio Photography)
Welcome to the new-weekly TV/Entertainment section of QC called QueerTube. Weekly we shall highlight, hunt down, stalk, analyze and report on GLBT TV and happenings. As The World Turns (Where A Brave Coming Out Turns Pathetic)
CBS’s ATWT’s continued the story this week of Luke Grimaldi-Snyder. To catch up on what you missed last week go HERE. ATWT’s has now taken Luke from being a strong-gay teen to a pathetic-confused alcoholic. I won’t cover this again until ATWT’s grows their balls back Luke Snyder has a blog chronicling his journey HERE and CBS joined GLAAD to create a public service campaign of “Be an Ally and a Friend.” Rescue Me (FX‘s Gay TEASER Show)
FX’s series, Rescue Me , about the lives of firemen and their heroism, struggles and daily lives is a major hit. To catch up on last weeks rundown go HERE.
FX here is my opinion of your writing this past week. Oops, I forgot your show was even on…Kind of like your writing…Come on Dennis, stop being a sissy and actually give us a GLBT character worthy of actual respect. I know you read this weekly, so throw us “Mo’s” a bone eh?
Catch some great clips and check out the HOT actors because right now that is all they have going HERE On Rescue Me, the fire is hardly the only HOT item. The Hot Video is HERE! So You Think You Can Dance (aka Bare Chest and Stunning Good Looks Do Not Conquer)
Wow, this week’s show was packed full of dance, with each couple doing two dances and then a solo each it was 2 full hours of WHOA! Shows like Dancing With The Stars should really hide their heads in shame when looking at real talent such as this show. Watching these dancers change, adjust and conquer new dances, that by any standard are far from easy, just blows my mind. This week not only did they need to learn one, but 3. Did they do it? Hell yeah they did and kicked ass and took names!
RESULTS
After another week of SYTYCD, the voting had begun, decisions were made and upsets ensued. 1 gal and 1 stud would depart for their homes, as America has been cutting them left and right week after week. I have to give it to them, the opening group routine was awesome, with the dancers decked out like feature creatures from The Night Of The Living Dead, the 10 dancers struted to Roison Murphy’s Ramalama. It was rather like The Exorcism of Emily Rose twisted into Thriller and Blair Witch, quite interesting and good. The dancing came to a halt when Cat Deeley made her way onto the stage, and with her dynamic accent announced that SYTYCD had a new record with over 8 million votes.
The time had arrived for the cutting of flesh and dancers, and for a first, the girls were up. After many dramatic pauses Cat announced that Martha and Natalie were the bottom 2 gals. The stud cut was a shocker as Dmitry learned that a glistening-bare chest and a body too hot for primetime didn’t outweigh the fan(dumb) of Benji’s t’weens. Ryan was next to land beside Dmitry in the bottom 2. America had spoken.
Time for solo’s and dancing to save their spots:
Martha – solo
What Are You Waiting For?
Gwen Stefani
She seems beat down tonight.
Ryan – solo
Canned Heat
Jamiroquai
Very good job.
Natalie – solo
Lamentation
Liam Andreone
Wow, very impressive.
Dmitry – solo
Pump It
The Black Eyed Peas
Kept his shirt on, but good lord this boy can move. Is it enough to save him?
During the musical break Chris Brown performed with a crew, and they really put on a good show of moves and music. You could tell that he is a performer. He didn’t just robotically go through the motions like some musical talent that is highlighted on this show. After Cat Deeley did the typical PAUSES as required by any FOX show, we learned that Dmitry(Ouch!) and Martha would be going home, however the world of music and dance continues forward.
Catch the recap next week when you learn which of the 8 finalist are cut from the dance floor. My Fav is still in this and has a chance : R-Cruise Returns To Dock (Rosie‘s Gay-Family Cruise Returns From Alaska)
(Via) ROSIE CRUISE.
I mentioned Rosie’s Cruises last week so I thought I would give you some info on the upcoming cruises. These cruises are very decently priced and star packed. So check them out and everyone in the GLBT community COME ABOARD!!!
November 11-20, 2006: Galapagos Islands
Bring your family, in all its evolutionary glory, on our most adventurous vacation yet!
Itinerary – 10 Days
The moment you step foot on your first island here you’ll see that freedom and fearlessness are a way of life. Whether strolling the islands’ pristine beaches, searching for the spectacular waved albatross, having a “chat” with a particularly friendly sea lion, or snorkeling with Galapagos penguins, a glorious feeling of uninhibitedness abounds. And, thanks to the legacy of Jacques Cousteau, we are able to keep that feeling alive as we make wide use of our fleet of nimble Zodiacs that can nose into landfalls and cruise along reefs, which afford us intimate views of “the action.” Meanwhile, our expert naturalists are always there to point out particularly unusual wildlife behaviors and characteristics so that you may observe, inquire and react as it unfolds before your eyes. Their specialized knowledge and interests — marine biology, zoology, botany, and geology — will transform your experience into a biology class in real-time. Here in Darwin’s natural laboratory, the animal world is your oyster.
• Day 1 U.S./Guayaquil, Ecuador
• Day 2 Guayaquil/Galapagos/Embark Islander
• Days 3 – 8 Exploring the Galapagos Islands
• Day 9 Galapagos/Disembark/Quito
• Day 10 Quito/Home
DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
Day 1 – U.S./Guayaquil, Ecuador
Depart U.S. and arrive Guayaquil by late evening. We’ve found that Miami is a convenient gateway for most, but other air alternatives are available.If you choose to take the non-stop American Airlines group flight from Miami, we depart in the early evening with a flying time of approximately 4 hours. Upon arrival in Guayaquil, it’s a short drive to the Hotel Hilton Colón.
Day 2 – Guayaquil/Galapagos/Embark Islander
Fly from Guayaquil to Baltra in the Galapagos Islands, where you embark the M.S. Islander.
Days 3 – 8 – Exploring the Galapagos Islands
While our exact routing depends on the National Park Service, we may visit the following islands: Santa Cruz, Española, Floreana, Genovesa, Fernandina, Isabela, Bartolomé and Santiago. Here is a brief description of what each island offers. Santa Cruz: This epicenter of Galapagos administration is home to the National Park headquarters, as well as the Charles Darwin Research Station where we’ll learn about their vital preservation work. Wild giant tortoises forage in the highlands. Española: Blue-footed boobies and sea lions galore. Española marine iguanas and waved albatross (mid-April through mid-December) are exclusive to this island. Snorkel and stroll one of Galapagos’ best beaches. Floreana: Flamingos sometimes feed in the island’s large lagoon and colonies of sea lions and blue-footed boobies reside here. Snorkel with playful sea lions. Genovesa: Genovesa, a collapsed caldera, allows picture-perfect anchorage. It’s home to the Red-footed and Nazca Booby, a significant population of frigate birds; and it’s a great place to snorkel. Fernandina: Explore Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island — the most pristine and youngest island in Galapagos — where marine iguanas warm themselves and sea lions bask by mangroves. Isabela: Visit the small town of Puerto Villamil and nearby saltwater lagoons, explore the island’s caves or simply stroll along a beautiful beach. Bartolomé: This is an enchanting landscape where lava, mangroves and beautiful golden sand converge. Great walks, views and a good chance to snorkel with penguins — a tropical oxymoron. Santiago: Santiago provides a chance to see the Galapagos fur seal, along with the opportunity to enjoy the best “tide pooling.”
Day 9 – Galapagos/Disembark/Quito
This morning disembark the ship and fly to Quito. The afternoon is free to rest or explore this colonial city and prepare for your journey home. Overnight at the Hotel Hilton Colón. (If you prefer to return via Guayaquil, please inquire.)
Day 10 – Quito/Home
This morning fly home — or anywhere else you might have decided to go.
I applaud Rosie for this wonderful event! Not only has she been nominated for 3 Emmy awards for her HBO Documentary ALL ABOARD! Rosie‘s Family Cruise, but she has provided a safe, fun and educational advantage for GLBT and Heterosexual family’s to come together and share in a wonderful vacation that nurtures acceptance and equality. Check out her webpage for upcoming cruise opportunity’s, I am already planning mine! You know Doc. has to experience one of these events personally! KYLE XY (Very Hot Bod)
ABC FAMILY launched Kyle XY and it is a HUGE hit. WHOA!!! This past episode was loaded. This is truly a show for family. Kyle XY covers so many topics that open the lines of discussion for parents and children/teens. In this past episode they covered these topics:
1. Teenage Male Erections (how to hide them and why they happen)
2. Lying and Honesty
3. Condoms (safe sex)
4. Wet dreams
5. Teenage Alcohol Use
6. Loss of Virginity
Very intelligent yet absolutely HYSTERICAL. This cast and show are set for glory. It has been a long time since I have been this impressed with a family show. Not to mention Kyle (Matt Dallas) is just plain adorable.
You can also catch Matt Dallas on MySpace. Big Brother All-Stars (BB6 vs. Chill Town)
(Via) BB All-Stars Recap. NAKOMIS GOES HOMIS
Evicted 8-2, James New HoH
As Nakomis bids farewell to her All-Star housemates, James takes up the HoH mantle. Having survived eviction by an 8-2 vote in her favor, Diane is revved up and ready to crush her adversaries at the first opportunity. FALLOUT FUNK
The fallout from Erika’s withholding of the PoV includes snippy comments from more than just the nominees. Diane complains, “A lot of people in here don’t have spines,” while Nakomis is more candid: “I wanted to be the one to take home the money!” Will looks as if someone stole his blankie when he admits, “I thought I was going up. I’m so disappointed.” Howie tries to cheer him up with a kiss on the cheeks and a neck rub. “You’re getting back into good shape, buddy,” he smiles. Will’s expression turns to angst, “You are a weird, weird dude,” he sighs. “Thanks Doc,” Howie grins.
Nakomis indulges in some quiet time in her bedroom when Diane joins her. “I don’t like it whenever people cop out,” Nakomis sighs. “That’s the way the game goes,” Diane replies. “If you stay,” Diane adds, “I want you to take care of Janelle.” Nakomis appears to be over the whole scenario. Meanwhile out by the pool, Boogie, Danielle, Erika and Jase debate votes. Jase admits to his housemates that both have merits that warrant eviction, but sides on keeping Diane as she is less dangerous than Nakomis.
BATHING BEAUTIES
Bath buddies Janey and Marcellas discuss strategy amidst their bubbles. Janey admits she doesn’t care which nominee goes as they are both gunning for her. Marcellas agrees, but reassures Janelle that he has her back. Besides, he sighs, “I do not want to be stuck in this (house) with those guys.” In the Diary Room, Marcellas admits he wants to take Janey to the end. “That would be the most glamorous Final Two in the history of the world. Oh my god, that would be so aesthetically pleasing!” he cheers.
While Diane kicks back with Chilltown, Nakomis hits up S-6 with a deal for her survival. “Right now, I’m in a good place to help y’all out,” Nakomis tells Kaysar, who listens while James glowers. James does not look happy. “The S-6 people think I want to get rid of Chilltown,” Nakomis smiles, thinking she has won over Kaysar. Back outside, Diane is admitting demurely that if the Chill-boys want to keep her, she would really love to stay, and sighs deeply in the empathetic silence that follows her revelation. As each nominee works her last-minute attempt at a stay of execution, America has to wonder what the two powerful alliances will do. Will S-6 stick to this last-minute agreement with Nakomis, or is it now every HouseGuest for him or herself?
Host Julie Chen asks the assembled HouseGuests about this last tumultuous week in the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS house. There are laughs and uncomfortable silences as they discuss diets and the future work that Howie is planning on getting from Dr. Will. ALLAH-STAR
Kaysar is on a crusade to “paint a different picture” of “who people from (his) background are.” Known for his quiet but deadly game-play, Kaysar is proving to America that he’s more than just the “Muslim Brad Pitt on the show.” We head to the Ridha home, where his sister Dalia admits to the family’s pride in their guy. “Kaysar was the first Muslim to be on a reality show like this,” she smiles, adding that she believes her brother’s faith brings him strength and focus in the game. The only drawbacks Dalia sees to life in the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS house are the bountiful bikinis and cocktail celebrations, but she knows her brother will stay true. Erika isn’t the only one who is falling for Kaysar’s charms, as Marcellas admits, “I am falling in love with Kaysar!” His home supporters have faith in their guy to make it to the end and “show the world who we really are.”
Julie and Kaysar have a private chat about his week as HoH. Kaysar isn’t worried about being considered a “wimp” for his controversial strategy of nominating floaters Diane and Nakomis this week instead of Chilltown. He assures Julie that the S-6 friendship, and alliance, is alive and well and the game is going according to plan.
HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT
Rumors of the “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” partnership between Jase and Diane run rampant in the house. Danielle takes her theory to her housemates, pointing out the unlikely “coincidences” in their game-play. Stirring the pot as only she can, Danielle convinces Janey the rumor is legit. In honor of Jase’s obsession with Brad Pitt, Danielle dubs it the “Mr. & Mrs. Smith Alliance.” Still denying it to anyone who will listen, Jase pays a visit to his “secret ally,” Diane. So, does this mean that Jase and Diane have an alliance, or not? Jase and Diane aren’t telling, and so we are left guessing. COOL BEANS AND BUH-BYE
As the time for the vote arrives, Julie pulls out the envelope containing the name of the evictee. Julie reveals the unlucky player: “Nakomis, by a vote of 8-2, you have been evicted.” Diane is visibly relieved as Nakomis bows her head, accepting her fate. After quick hugs good-bye and a chorus of “Cool Beans, Nakomis,” the evictee heads out the door to rendezvous with Julie. Diane sheds a few tears as Will and Marcellas congratulate her survival this week. Jase stays in his seat, staring at the ceiling, keeping his distance from “Mrs. Smith” as the HouseGuests settle back into normal life.
“You seemed blindsided by your nomination. What happened?“ Julie asks as Nakomis takes a seat next to her. Nakomis smiles, explaining she was seen as too strong a competitor. Did she mean to play under the radar? Nakomis sighs that she never meant to, but found it the easiest way to survive with the other “big personalities” in the house. She also thinks it was a “horrible mistake” that Kaysar didn’t put Will or Boogie on the block this week. Julie wishes Nakomis luck before turning her attention back to the HouseGuests. DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS
With nary a tear left in their eyes, the All-Stars head outside for the next HoH Competition, entitled “Pay Attention.” First, the Houseguests have to watch the TV screen as images of the first four HoH Competitions this summer are broadcast. They are told to pay as close attention to everything they see, as they will need it for the competition. Once the video is finished, Julie asks them to move outside for the next stage. Each HouseGuest, except departing HoH Kaysar, takes a place in individual stalls, and Julie explains the rules. A series of questions will be asked and the HouseGuests have to choose either A or B as their answer. If they answer incorrectly, they are eliminated. The last remaining HouseGuest will be crowned the new HoH. As the questions start, the first eliminated are George and Howie. Will is next, and then Jase, Mike, Diane and Erika. Within a matter of minutes, Janelle is out. James and Danielle face off in a tense tie-breaker. James scores and is crowned the new HoH.
Ripples of shock and tension spread throughout the house as S-6 retains the mantle of power. Will James take the reins and crush the Chilltown alliance? Or will he act on his own and turn the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS game on its head? Don’t miss the next episode of BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS, Sunday, July 23, 8pm ET/PT, only on CBS.
Welcome to the new-weekly TV/Entertainment section of QC called QueerTube. Weekly we shall highlight, hunt down, stalk, analyze and report on GLBT TV and happenings. As The World Turns ( Where They Drop The Balls)
CBS’s ATWT’s continued the story this week of Luke Grimaldi-Snyder. To catch up on what you missed last week go HERE. Alright ATWT’s what gives? You were on this amazing adventure chronicling a great teenage coming out story and in the last couple weeks, the only action Luke has seen has been his straight crush trying to set him up with girls? Boring! Give the character back his balls. Luke Snyder has a blog chronicling his journey HERE and CBS joined GLAAD to create a public service campaign of “Be an Ally and a Friend.” Rescue Me (The Probie BJ)
FX’s series, Rescue Me, about the lives of Firemen and their heroism, struggles and daily lives is a major hit. Trying to be ever so politically correct, Rescue Me deals with and currently joins the ranks of shows having GLBT issues as main plots. To catch up on last weeks rundown go HERE.
FX has obviously found a way “out” for the whole “Probie/ Roommate” gay/bi storyline. Last week the only gay action (which was pathetic) showed Probie calling his roommate to let him know he wouldn’t be making it home. It was very, “Honey, I’m really sorry I have to work late.” The entire time “roomie” is on the phone making Probie feel bad, there is this short-skinny guy standing there listening. Obviously this was a “trick” the roomie had over for when he hangs up the phone they embrace with the worst acting I have ever seen. A failed attempt at a hug and peck and you see the beginning of the end of this storyline! FX, get off your proverbial “Oh No Not A Gay Couple On FX” butts and do something worthy with this storyline. Gay and Bi men can be HOT Firemen too!
Catch some great clips and check out the HOT actors HERE On Rescue Me, the fire is hardly the only HOT item. The Hot Video is HERE! So You Think You Can Dance (aka Just Move You‘re So Hot)
Sadly. Musa found his exit this past week. The teen-girl fan (dumb) has this major thing for Benji and his partner. Don’t ask me, I don’t get it. The boy screams RAINBOW! Travis saved his butt with a teary thank you to his mother and a solo that was absolutely incredible. Dmitry saved his position by flying around the stage with his glistening abs and killer smile so the gay-gods were appeased.! Now, I don’t know what the deal is with this one judge, Brian, but each week he gets more orange. Literally, I mean orange. Spray on too much? Don’t you think they would use something more non-citric? Don’t get me wrong, he is all-kinds of cute, but I’m worried soon he’ll be so orange that his pretty mug won’t show up on our orange background at QC!
The entire game has changed up now and Benji fans aren’t going to have as easy a time ousting the good dancers in favor of keeping around a fan (dumb) dancer. Starting this week, The dancers will be paired for two dances with random partners and then a solo. Each dancer is on their own now. THANK GOD!
(Via) FOX.
RESULTS
We’re back with another heartbreaking bittersweet results show with two dancers going home tonight. First we have some serious disco to enjoy, or for some, to hit the mute button and sit through. Hey, you can at least enjoy the costumes. Even our host Cat Deeley is getting into the spirit with a tiny metallic black dress that looks stolen from Donna Summer.
Here are your judges: Brian Friedman, Mary Murphy, and Nigel Lythgoe. Uh-oh, we have a surprise, Donyelle was missing from that opening sequence dealing with an ankle injury that’s evidently getting more serious. We have a quick recap of the performances from yesterday, and then on to Nigel for a big surprise announcement. After tonight’s episode the pairs will be broken up. Now, in addition to randomly choosing a dance style, each dancer will be randomly choosing their partner. Also, from this point on each dancer will have their own number, no more voting for partnered teams, it’s one for all! And of course there’s more… to usher in these new changes affecting the 10 remaining dancers, the next show will be a two-hour special in which each couple will dance twice and each dancer will perform a solo. What will I be doing you ask? Why, buying a case of Red Bull (I’m looking for sponsorship, so…)
After some dramatic deliberation and a review of all the judges’ comments, the bottom three couples are Ashlee & Dmitry, Travis & Martha, and Natalie & Musa.
On to the solo’s!
Ashlee
We Don’t Play
Lil Rob
She’s doing her specialty, pop ‘n lock, and dressed kind of like she’s in the Black Eyed Peas with a black skull cap. Somehow I’m never that impressed with these types of routines, especially this one, but those judges can be a surprising group. I think Ashlee doesn’t feel that great about it either, she’s really trying to be articulate in her post-solo speech.
Dmitry
Jailhouse Rock
Elvis Presley
Dmitry comes trotting out with his standard lady killer charm turned all the way up. He has a little problem with the splits, but the women aren’t complaining, they’re too busy screaming. Did I mention he’s not wearing a shirt?
Martha
Still
Jodie Manross
She comes out really strong with some powerful contemporary moves exhibiting her strengths and physical prowess. I think the judges are going to like this dance from a number of angles.
Travis
The Blowers Daughter
Damien Rice
He’s really showing some strength here, across the board. It’s elegant, powerful, controlled, yet gentle, and that’s just his brand of Mohawk. This is definitely a solo routine that keeps a dancer in this competition.
Natalie
Some Girls
Rachel Stevens
Oh man, Natalie starts this one off right by sliding down a staircase banister at the back of the stage. Then she goes into a series of bizarre bobbing spins that exhibit her astounding thigh strength, all the while being very sexy. What Dmitry does for the women, Natalie does for the men.
Musa
Disco Inferno
The Tramps
I dig this dude, he totally sells it every time he’s on stage. The equivalent to Jamille from last season, Musa is the only one with the real street style and he brings it in this solo. To me he dances like he doesn’t really care too much about the competition, just entertaining and pulling the baddest moves possible.
It’s deliberation time for the judges while the Pussycat Dolls strut their stuff. They’re performing their new single “Buttons.” The dolls have gone with a minimalist approach with nothing but wireless handheld mics to communicate their new single making a double-entendre of the word “buttons.” Brilliant.
The judges return and they are evidently unanimous. This is somewhat strange since this is probably the most difficult elimination round yet. The girls are up first as always. Natalie is asked to step forward and she’s staying. Now it’s between Martha and Ashlee, and Ashlee is going home. Bittersweet for the bowler hat-wearing popper.
Now the gents turn. Nigel calls Travis up first and says he’s sensational then has him step aside. Then he calls up Dmitry, gives a handful of praise but says he needs to chill with displaying the abs and think more about dancing. Musa is up, and Nigel says they totally loved his solo more than anyone; but he can’t remain in the competition without having that partner skill he’s so consistently lacking.
Check out these HOT guys:
To get recaps go HERE. R-Cruise Returns To Dock (Rosie‘s Gay-Family Cruise Returns From Alaska)
(Via) ROSIE CRUISE.
My partner and I are back at home exhausted and emotionally reeling from the family Alaskan Cruise experience. We are an older couple (late 50’s) and have been together for 31 years. We have never been on a cruise before and have never participated in any kind of large “gay” event. Though children have been an important part of our lives, we have no children of our own. We have never before had so much fun as we ran from one activity to another all the while experiencing the joy and pride of being a part of the large and wonderfully diverse community on board this amazing ship that managed to stay afloat even as it was buffeted about by what felt like a tsunami type storm!
For 8 days as we looked across the crowded decks , dining areas, or entertainment venues, we never ceased to be amazed that we were among hundreds and hundreds of like spirited people. The crowds of persons gathered here, young and old, gay and straight, male and female for us, symbolized the hope of the future. The brief one week experience was truly life altering. Our only criticism is that with all of the wonderful excursions, parties, entertainment, late night entertainment, and late, late night piano bars there was literally not enough time to sleep!
On the last day as we stood on the deck for one final look we sadly and tearfully watched the “crowds” dissipate as “our” families slowly melted back into the mainstream culture where so many powerful individuals are desperately trying to marginalize us.
Today as we continue our reentry back into the real world we are left with a lingering bittersweet sense of loss and hope. For us there can be no such thing as “too crowded.” MANY, MANY THANKS. Count us as part of the crowd that will be joining you next July,
Micheline & Wendy
With such talent as Kathy Griffin, Cindi Lauper, Susan Powter and cast members from Fiddler, this cruise was a success by all accounts. I applaud Rosie for this wonderful event! Not only has she been nominated for three Emmy awards for her HBO DocumentaryALL ABOARD! Rosie‘s Family Cruise, but she has provided a safe, fun and educational advantage for GLBT and Heterosexual family’s to come together and share in a wonderful vacation that nurtures acceptance and equality. Check out her webpage for upcoming cruise opportunity’s, I am already planning mine! You know Doc. has to experience one of these events personally! Rosie‘s Family Cruise Site The View: (Rosie O’s New Show)
Star Jones is ousted! Then in one of the most idiotic career moves in the history of STUPID she puts herself up against Barbara Walters on LARRY KING LIVE!
Read The Entire Transcript Here Larry King Live Transcript; Star Jones Reynolds.
The View wasted no time in removing all traces of Mrs. Reynolds and it is like she was never there. She has been removed from all web reference and Rosie has already been added. Did I mention Rosie will also be on NipTuck this Fall? Cannot wait to see one of my favorite Lesbians on one of my favorite shows.
To read Rosie O’s blog about Star lying on air in March GO HERE.
Next to be out the door Elisabeth (Homophobe?) Hasselbeck! It’s only going to get hotter on The View so turn up the heat, have a seat and “lets get ready to rumble.” Rosie O has her blog HERE and recaps of The View can be seen HERE. KYLE XY (Very Hot Bod)
ABC FAMILY launched Kyle XY and it is a HUGE hit. I caught an interview with KYLE (Matt Dallas) on the TV Guide channel this past week and he is a truly humble-average guy. I really like that. Celebrity is so overrated. I think Matt Dallas is a fresh face and perfect for the role as Kyle. The mystery becomes deeper with each episode. Catch the 3rd episode tonight on ABC Family.
You can also catch Matt Dallas on MySpace. Big Brother All-Stars (BB6 vs. Chill Town)
(Via) BB All-Stars Recap.
ALI-OOPS AND OUT
King Kaysar Crowned HoH
After a week of hard lobbying, deal-making and pleading, Alison ends up on the losing ticket and Danielle finds herself staying in the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS house. In a difficult Q&A-style HoH Competition, Kaysar answers the tough questions correctly and emerges victorious, becoming the second Head of Household on BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS.
GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN
With the PoV left unused by Janelle, Alison and Danielle remain on the block and get to work rustling up votes from amongst the strays and dominating personalities of the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS house. Alison works her HouseGuests, admitting, “I am the most vengeful person in this house. If I escape getting evicted, I come back tenfold.”
Meanwhile, Danielle hits up George with a promise of sanctuary from nomination, and then presents Janelle with a promise to not come after the Season Six Alliance. Jase spends some quality time with Dr. Will and Mike in the backyard discussing the merits of evicting Danielle over Alison. Mike seems to be more excited about the potential catfight between Janelle and Alison should Danielle be evicted and Alison seek her vengeance. “That’s a big part of our motivation to keep Ali,” he insists.
Jase finds Alison in the house to let her know she has support. Working off this knowledge, a renewed Alison approaches James with the big question. When James asks her what votes she has, she reveals her backers, then names her future targets: the Season Six people, his alliance. “She’s not as bright as I thought she was,” James confides later. “I need to make for damn sure that she goes home this week.”
In a slip-up that blows his cover, James approaches Mike with reasons to evict Alison. “The more that ‘S-6’ push to keep Danielle, the more skeptical I am,” Mike responds. Ever on the lookout for intrigue and deception, Alison spots James’ move and tries to overhear their conversation, but to no avail.
WEEP NOT, FAIR LADY
Danielle, feeling put upon because she has been given “a bad rap” because of her behavior on Season Three, confesses her angst to Nakomis in search of a sympathy vote before shedding real tears for America in the Diary Room. Pretty-babies Janelle, Marcellas and Erika discuss voting out Alison. Marcellas admits he will have trouble voting out Alison rather than his mortal enemy, Danielle. “How do you choose between gonorrhea or the clap?” he asks. “What do you do?”
NEW AND IMPROVED JASE
Known for, among other things, his notorious “shomance” with Holly in BIG BROTHER 5, Jase feels he is now a more “refined player” with a healthier and hopefully winning outlook on BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS. Knowing he can win when he needs to and coast when he has to, Jase plans to let the “big personalities” implode on each other while he sits back and watches. From his former BIG BROTHER experience, Jase is ready to play a smarter game, “laying low and working things behind the scenes.” However, Jase is playing a dangerous game, making promises to each different alliance in the ALL-STARS house. With the undaunted confidence that only Jase could pull off, he yells, “I’m riding this house like a mechanical bull!”
ALL ABOUT ALISON
We get the skinny on Alison from her ex- and current boyfriends. Justin, her BIG BROTHER 4 paramour, believes she “is an All-Star in every sense of the word.” Although he admits she exploited almost all of the guys, Justin also believes she played the game almost flawlessly. Alison’s current squeeze believes Alison got a bad reputation from her previous BIG BROTHER season. “If you know Alison,” he smiles, “you know that’s not the person she is.” Apparently, Alison has come to certain agreements with her current beau about what she will and will not do to win this summer. Jason believes his girl has changed immensely since season four, going so far as to say if she “plays without compromising her morals and her integrity, she’ll do very well.” However, Alison admits, “I told myself I wasn’t going to be sneaky this year,” laughing nefariously as she realizes the success, or lack thereof, in her short-lived attempt.
Will wants to keep Alison around because “blonde girls hate blonde girls,” and he wants Alison to go after Janelle. Howie wants to keep Alison around initially because she looks great in a bikini, but his rational choice is to give her the boot.
FINAL WORDS
As the Houseguests convene with Julie Chen for the Eviction Ceremony, Danielle and Alison get a chance to have one final say. It’s a love fest: both are honored to be amongst the All-Stars, and Ali is flattered to be sitting next to Danielle, who also made it to the Final Two in her previous season. With that, Julie Chen opens the vote envelope. By a vote of 8-2, Alison is the first All-Star evicted from the BIG BROTHER HOUSE. Alison’s goodbye hugs are short, sweet and cordial.
Alison walks out the front door of the ALL-STARS house and sits down with Julie Chen for her post-eviction interview. When Julie asks, “Are you your own worst enemy?” Ali replies with a tinge of regret that she’s lost that evil touch that stood her in such good stead on BB4. She attributes her sea change to being in love with the right man. When given a last chance to say something about Janelle, Alison takes the high road, replying that Janelle really isn’t that bad.
Next, Ali watches the goodbye videos from her former housemates. The farewell message is sweet from James, who admits Alison is one of the fiercest, most insane competitors he’s ever seen. Nakomis is a bit blunter, saying Alison opened her mouth too soon in the season, but Danielle’s farewell message is as sweet as we can expect from her fellow nominee: “An eye, for an eye, Ali-bear.” The biggest surprise is Erika, who cries because she expected to feel vengeful satisfaction in seeing Ali go, but that satisfaction isn’t there.
KNOW THINE ENEMY!
In another sneaky twist, the HoH Competition, called “Alison Rules,” requires knowledge of the newly evicted Alison. The contest has a question-and-answer format, and the HouseGuests have to guess how Alison answered a series of questions. The last HouseGuest standing is the new HoH. The contest quickly comes down to Nakomis vs. Kaysar. In the final moments, the eventual winner emerges: it is Kaysar.
New HoH Kaysar holds the power to set new rules in the BIG BROTHER: ALL-STAR house. Who will be nominated next for the eviction block? Watch the exciting next episode of BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS, as the game gets serious and the body count grows. Stay tuned for BIG BROTHER: ALL-STARS…
Welcome to the new-weekly TV/Entertainment section of QC called QueerTube. Weekly we shall high-light, hunt down, stalk, analyze and report on GLBT TV and happenings. As The World Turns ( Guilt As A Weapon)
CBS’s ATWT’s continued the story this week of Luke Grimaldi-Snyder. To catch up on what you missed last week go HERE. ATWT’s has let this storyline become stagnant. For the last 2 weeks, the show has moved from cutting edge and progressive to rather mundane and predictable. They took the character of Luke and had him go from this strong and brave young man to becoming the “typical” whiny teenager boo-hooing “poor me.” ATWT’s needs to stick to their original formula for scripting Luke’s coming out. I mean we all know what happened when “New Coke” hit the market with a FLOP. Luke Snyder has a blog chronicling his journey HERE and CBS joined GLAAD to create a public service campaign of “Be an Ally and a Friend.” Rescue Me (The Probie BJ)
FX’s series, Rescue Me , about the lives of firemen and their heroism, struggles and daily lives is a major hit. Trying to be ever so politically correct, Rescue Me has dealt with and currently joining the ranks of shows having GLBT issues as main plots. To catch up on last weeks rundown go HERE.
FX is truly dropping the ball with this “Probie” storyline. Last week, we observe Probie and his “roommate” quarreling and screaming the word, “FAGGOT!!” at one another. The pretense of the argument is all stress related due to Probie’s having a turbulent day at the firehouse. The two continue screaming and as the level of hostility rises you can see a HUGE brawl about to happen — nope a homerun on the TV changes that and suddenly the men are best buds again shouting and well, if their past is indicative of their future, they’ll be drinking a beer and Probie will be getting serviced. RESCUE ME is beginning to annoy me with their Laissez faire attitude and stance on GLBT issues. The show constantly introduces characters and then maligns their characters with attitudes of shame, guilt, ex-gay, gay for a day and lesbian for a monthly-high school fad/vogue. FX, either introduce us to an officially- REAL GLBT character or drop the idea entirely. We HOMO’s do not care much for GLBT characters when you spend endless amounts of time making us fit false stereotypes and appearing totally idiotic and freakish. Don’t let me down, I have been a champion in your corner, but I won’t hesitate to tell you when you are WAY OFF BASE. Maybe talk to GLBT people to get some “real” ideas? There are actually REAL- gay Firefighters, Policemen/women, State Troopers ect. I know, I’m dating one.
Rescue Me is pulling in serious talent with the likes of Susan Sarandon, not to mention the fire department is crawling with HOT MEN and hot scenes. Catch some great clips and check out the HOT actors HERE On Rescue Me, the fire is hardly the only HOT item. The Hot Video is HERE! So You Think You Can Dance (aka Travis, Dmitry , Jaymz and Musa Are HOT!)
(Via) FOX.
Fox continues it‘s summer dancing heat on Weds nights and voting special on Thursdays. Ashlee and Ben
Caught up
Usher The dream couple picks their ultimate dance: hip-hop taught by Todd Sams. Ashlee is definitely selling it and Ben seems to be keeping up all the way. They finish it up with some cool hand-matching moves and Ashlee ripping off Ben’s sweatshirt. As expected, the judges dig Ashlee but think Ben was a little stiff and contemporary. Heidi and Ryan
Rumba Del Solar
Angelo Rodriguez Bottom 3 couple Heidi and Ryan get Cuban rumba taught by playboy Alex Da Silva. Ryan and Heidi are worried that they aren’t going to be able to really impress the judges enough. At the very least, these two have the best costumes so far. They look like they just came from the sugar cane fields. The dancing is really amazing if just for the sheer unique style of the routine. The judges love it and the fans do too, screaming along with every comment. Ivan and Allison
Libertango
Bond Ivan and Allison get Argentine tango, which means, ughh, not the best for a pair that had trouble with simple Latin. In the choreography session, they seem to have a good handle on things, but that often spells disaster in the actual performance. Amazing from the start seeing as they look nothing like the Ivan and Allison we saw last week. I think they are going to do well with the judges, let’s just say Nigel is blushing. The judges love them all around. They should be safe tonight. Dmitry and Aleksandra
If I were a painting
Kenny Rogers The new couple is up, Dmitry and Aleksandra. This couple is at a definite disadvantage simply because they haven’t had much face time together. Doing the waltz together should change that. They look good, but in that fake school play kind of way and Kenny Rogers voice sure doesn’t help. It really didn’t look like dancing so much as a slowed-down silent argument, but I’m sure the judges saw something totally different. They loved Dmitry and give Aleksandra some rough critiques. Donyelle and Benji
Put the Needle On It
Danii Minogue Donyelle and Benji are doing pop jazz, a seemingly simple combination, but with Brian Friedman’s choreography so nothing is simple. They start off right with Benji ripping off a layer of Donyelle’s clothes. The audience loved it but I think the judges are going to be picky. Of course I’m wrong, the judges are loving it and go so far as to say the pair has “real chemistry”. Musa and Natalie
Zoot Suit Riot
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies Natalie and Musa get the quick step, which might give the power couple a run for their money. The choreographer is Heather Smith, a demure British woman; she breaks out an ancient torture device for Musa known as a ballroom training bar. Evidently this helps ballroom “posture.” One second, need to cross ballroom off my list of possible dance classes to meet chicks. The judges don’t think it was the best dance, but they’re impressed at the couple’s level of dedication to such a difficult dance. Jessica and Jaymz
Let’s Go
Frou Frou Jessica and Jaymz will be doing a contemporary dance taught by Brian Friedman who says this dance has to communicate an emotional connection. The pair comes out wearing what are normally referred to as ‘pajamas,” though I’m sure contemporary dance has manufactured some type of emo buzz word to describe them. Their dancing is pretty good, very flowing and dream-like, if you like that kind of thing. The judges surprisingly love it. Martha and Travis
Just Fine
Chris Brown Martha and Travis draw hip-hop, which is good for Martha but makes Travis a little nervous. Martha is rocking some killer James Brown-era hot pants with Travis in some Timberland boots. The costume generation gap shows up in their dancing, not all that stellar. The judges are all pretty critical, no real big compliments. I can see this putting them in the bottom 3.
A little night cap on our show, some speculation about a possible bottom three. Nigel says Aleksandra and Dmitry; Mary says Musa and Natalie, Cicely and Olisa back up Nigel saying Aleksandra and Dmitry need to watch out. RESULTS SHOW
Welcome back dance fans, fans of Dance, feet, shoes, socks alike. This is judge elimination round number 3, also known as the golden round with only 8 couples left. First off, let’s meet the bottom three couples. Jaymz and Jessica, Dmitry and Aleksandra, and Ashlee and Ben are in the bottom three. Now it’s time to see those oh so endearing “save me” solos. Ashlee Ben Jessica Jaymz Aleksandra Dmitry
Time for a little musical interlude while the judges have a couple cigs and hash out the eliminations. Tonight we have another British import, Natasha Bedingfield performing her hit single Single from her forthcoming album “Unwritten.” Voted Off: Ben and Aleksandra.
To get recaps go HERE. Jimmy Kimmel LIVE (George Foreman Caressed by EX-GAY Cohen)
ABC’s Jimmy Kimel Live recently had Richard Cohen (“Ex-Gay” author of Coming Out Straight on to explain his new book, explain his “therapeutic technique” and his live and on-air guinea pig was none other than George Foreman! Needless to say, Cohen made himself look like an even bigger whack job that he already was and the looks from George Foreman said it all! THE MAN IS AN EMBARRASSMENT!!!
To watch the video (via Malcontent) GO HERE. The View: (Rosie O’s New Show)
The View to Star: Don’t Come Back
After the ‘View’ co-host Star Jones Reynolds announced on the air Tuesday that she would leave the show in July, her network had a response: Leave now!!
According to a source close to Jones Reynolds, “ABC has asked her not to return to the ‘View’ tomorrow morning.” ABC could not be reached by press time, but a source close to the show confirmed that Star had been asked not to return.
Jones Reynolds, who helped launch the chatfest and spent nine years at the ‘View’ table alongside Barbara Walters, Joy Behar and the newly departed Meredith Vieira, who left to replace Katie Couric on NBC’s ‘Today,’ says the split was anything but amicable.
“What you don’t know is that my contract was not renewed for the tenth season,” she tells PEOPLE exclusively. “I feel like I was fired.” She adds that she got the news just days before reports surfaced that Rosie O’Donnell – one of her most vocal critics – would be joining the ‘View’ in the fall.
In her announcement Tuesday, Jones Reynolds, 44, said on the air: “Something’s been on my heart for a little bit, and after much prayer and counsel I feel like this is the right time to tell you that the show is moving in another direction for its tenth season and I will not be returning as cohost next year.”
“That’s shocking to me,” interrupted Behar, prompting Jones Reynolds to link hands with her co-hosts.
Walters, the show’s creator, wrapped up the discussion by saying: “It is a new chapter for Star. It will be a new chapter for the ‘View’ in the fall.”
The following morning STAR was NOT on the set and Walters let her true emotions flow: Barbara Walters says she felt “betrayed” by Star Jones-Reynolds’ on-air resignation, even though Walters opted not to renew Reynolds’ contract three months ago. Reynolds says she felt “fired.”
So my friends you see it breaks down to this:
Star has for a long time lied to people, she is good at it. Her shady dealings with Payless for plugs behind The Views backs, her lying bold face on TV about using pilates and will power when EVERYONE knows she had surgery, her negative connotations about homosexuality and her recent drama involving her wedding simply caused her popularity among the public to drop to points of damaging the show. The network had decided to can her ass in March and instead of following the “plan” as Star had agreed to, she did an on-air resignation to cause drama that backfired in her face badly when Walters and ABC told her to leave and not come back. Good Riddance! To read Rosie O’s blog about Star lying on air in March GO HERE.
Next to be out the door Elisabeth (Homophobe??) Hasselbeck! It’s only going to get hotter on The View so turn up the heat, have a seat and “lets get ready to rumble.” Rosie O has her blog HERE and recaps of The View can be seen HERE. KYLE XY (Very Hot Bod)
ABC FAMILY launched Kyle XY last Monday and I was very impressed. Great family show, funny and dealing with many issues that plague our younger generation these days from teenage drinking to bullying and peer pressure. I think Matt Dallas is a fresh face and perfect for the role as Kyle. The mystery becomes deeper with each episode. Catch the 2nd episode tonight on ABC Family. Kathy Griffin- My Life On The d-List (She Loves The Gays)
Bravo again brings us Gay Loving Kathy Griffin! Currently on her 5th episode of the season Kathy once again brings humor and good times into the house. You have to love this lady, she speaks her mind and has one of the biggest fan bases of all time. Regardless of sexuality, people love her show and love her in person on tour. If you haven’t checked Kathy out, get on the bandwagon. She is a riot! Last week, Kathy concluded her tour in Iraq with a bomb going off a little too close for comfort at the end of her show. Mad props for the bomb, but DON’T HURT OUR KATHY!!!
