Tuesday, October 9, 2018 Edition: #6309
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BS SHOW BIZ BUZZ:
★ Michelle Obama knows the power her name carries, which is why she had to personally sign off on the use of her famous moniker to sell swag like candles, pins and yoga mats. The former first lady has applied to obtain a trademark registration for a merchandising line bearing the name of her upcoming book, “Becoming.” The specific phrase Obama applied for is “Becoming Michelle Obama,” and according to the application, she plans to slap the slogan on candles, tote bags, pillows, mugs and t-shirts.
(And once she starts selling this stuff, Michelle will be “becoming” richer!)
-TheBlast
★ “Saturday Night Live’s” Pete Davidson thinks Kanye West needs help, and he used his spot on “Weekend Update” to tell him to get on medication for his mental health issues. Davidson called Kanye’s post-show ramblings “one of the worst, one of the most awkward, things I’ve ever seen while working here.” Davidson, who has talked openly about his own struggles with mental health issues, added that: “Being mentally ill is not an excuse to act like a jackass. I’m quoting my therapist, my mom and my mailman.”
-TheBlast
★ Everyone knows that Tom Cruise is a dedicated Scientologist, but who would have guessed his beliefs would ever get in the way of his family. Cruise has the right to visit his daughter, Suri, for 10 days per month, but sources claim he skips the visits because she is not a Scientologist. Cruise shares his daughter with ex-wife Katie Holmes, who also is not a Scientologist. The pair tied the knot in 2006 and broke up six years later. The divorce reportedly surprised Cruise, who allegedly forced Holmes to sign an agreement to never talk about the church in public.
-CelebrityInsider
★ You may have heard that Meghan Markle’s sister Samantha showed up to Kensington Palace uninvited last week, but security declined to let her in. When she wasn’t allowed entrance, she gave a letter to Kensington Palace security and then went to go check out some souvenirs with Harry and Meghan’s faces on them. What you might NOT know is that even though Samantha issued a public apology to Meghan a few days ago, her visit to Kensington may have been less-than-genuine because paparazzi were on hand for the whole thing, meaning that it all could just have been a stunt for Samantha to get more attention.
(Or money…)
-Yahoo
★ Another ‘Halloween’ movie is reportedly already in the works. The reboot of the popular horror franchise – which takes place 40 years after the first movie, and sees Jamie Lee Curtis reprise her role as Laurie Strode – isn’t due to hit cinema screens until October 19, but sources say that work has already begun on the next “Halloween” film, with an unnamed writer on board working on a script.
-ContactMusic
TODAY’S SHOW BIZ SKED:
• “Jimmy Kimmel Live” (ABC/Global): Jennifer Garner, Romany Malco, Carrie Underwood
• “The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC/CTV): John Cena, Maggie Gyllenhaal, H.E.R
• “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (CBS/Global): Hillary Rodham Clinton (R)
• “Late Night with Seth Meyers” (NBC/CTV): Emma Thompson, Elle Fanning, Lykke Li (R)
• “The Late Late Show with James Corden” (CBS/CTV): Kris Jenner, Ben Schwartz (R)
• “Watch What Happens Live” (Bravo): KJ Apa, Lili Reinhart, Luke Perry, Madchen Amick
• “The View” (ABC/CTV): Guest co-host Yvette Nicole Brown
• “The Talk” (CBS): Kevin Frazier, guest co-hosts Jack & Kelly Osbourne
• “Live with Kelly and Ryan” (ABC/CTV): Anthony Anderson, Tom Payne, KT Tunstall
• “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” (NBC/CTV): Jenna Fischer, Nicole Maines, Hozier, Mavis Staples
• “2018 American Music Awards” (ABC): Tracee Ellis Ross hosts from the Microsoft Center in L.A. Performers include Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Post Malone ft. Ty Dolla $ign, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Cardi B w/Bad Bunny and J Balvin
• “The Flash” (CW): Season 5 premiere
•”Black Lightning” (CW): Season 2 premiere
BS MUSIC NOTES:
• Iggy Azalea – has scrapped her “Bad Girls” tour. She took to Twitter to confirm that the tour won’t be happening, saying that she is “genuinely disappointed” but “The choice was out of my hands and not my call to make.” Rapper CupcakKe — who was slated to open the shows, tweeted last week that she would no longer be appearing on the tour, citing “a change of plans.”
• Robbie Williams — has quit Twitter. He says he will hire a team of people to post on his social media accounts on his behalf, because although he loves reading positive comments from fans, the criticism he gets can make it feel as though his “world is crashing in”.
• ***UPDATE***Ozzy Osbourne — has postponed two additional shows after undergoing hand surgery over the weekend. On Saturday, he announced he was rescheduling that night’s concert in Mountain View, California, because he needed surgery for an infection in his hand. Now, two more California shows are being rescheduled: tonight in Chula Vista and Thursday at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
• Tina Turner – has revealed that she underwent a kidney transplant last year. In her new book, “My Love Story”, she says her attempts to try treat high blood pressure with homeopathic treatments led to her kidneys functioning at just 20 per cent. Her husband Erwin Bach offered up his own kidney and the operation went ahead in April 2017.
• Eagles – have announced that they are taking their tour down under. A run of five dates in New Zealand and Australia begins in Auckland N.Z. on Feb. 26.
• Fleetwood Mac – Their set list on their first tour with Neil Finn and Mike Campbell includes nods to the guitarists’ former bands, including the Split Enz hit ‘I Got You’, Crowded House’s ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’ and Tom Petty’s ‘Free Fallin’’.
• Neal McCoy — On Wednesday, he recited the American Pledge of Allegiance on Facebook Live for the 1000th consecutive day. He marked with a celebration outside the World Headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys. His wife and kids plus a number of Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders were there to cheer him on.
• Zac Brown — He and his wife Shelly are separating after 12 years of marriage. A joint statement says that they are “blessed to be on such an incredible journey in life, and sometimes the journey begins to lead in different directions.” They have five children between the ages of 4 and 11.
THIS WEEK’S VIDEO RELEASES:
• “Sorry to Bother You” (R-Rated, Comedy): In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success, propelling him into a universe of greed. (Lakeith Stanfield, Tessa Thompson)
• “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” (PG-13, Comedy/Musical): Five years after the events of “Mamma Mia!”, Sophie prepares for the grand reopening of the Hotel Bella Donna as she learns more about her mother’s past. (Lily James, Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep)
• “Hotel Artemis” (R-Rated, Action/Adventure): Set in riot-torn, near-future Los Angeles, a nurse runs a secret, members-only emergency room for criminals. (Jodie Foster, Sofia Boutella)
• “A Prayer Before Dawn” (R-Rated, Action/Adventure): The true story of an English boxer incarcerated in one of Thailand’s most notorious prisons as he fights in Muay Thai tournaments to earn his freedom. (Joe Cole, Pornchanok Mabklang)
ONCE A PLAYER…
It should come as no surprise that those who play professional sports are, by definition, competitive. So, it is also a no-brainer that pro athletes would probably be very interested in the hottest video game in the world. But does playing “Fortnite” create a distraction that can negatively affect their performance? Some think so. In fact, the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks has actually instituted a ban on the game for players this season. One team GM has gone on record as calling the video game a “major distraction/obsession” to players. On the other hand, some teams encourage “video-game nights” for their players as a team-bonding exercise. Although there doesn’t seem to be definitive word on whether video games have a detrimental effect on what players do on the field or on the ice, one fact remains: Boston Red Sox pitcher David Price had a 2-4 record in 2018 until he gave up playing Fortnite because of carpal tunnel issues. He went 9-2 the rest of the season.
(It shouldn’t be a problem as long as they can answer the “Call of Duty…”)
(You can’t say it doesn’t help with their “shooting skills”!!)
(Hey, at least it keeps them out of the bars!)
-NHL, Sportsnet
NO INTEREST:
A big-name financial planner in the U.S. says that the number-one wealth-killer in household budgets is…car payments. In an article for Forbes, Jeff Rose writes, “These days, we blame everything but our car payments for our inability to get ahead.” He says the average monthly car payment is US$523 (The average car payment in Canada is $630). Keep in mind that with a new car, you’ll probably enjoy better fuel economy, fewer repair bills and increased safety, but if you find that you are having trouble saving for retirement, he has a few suggestions: For one thing, avoid the newer 8-year financing option. Five years used to be the maximum car payment term, so try to stick to that. How about buying a cheaper car and directing some of your car payment budget to savings? He also suggests experimenting to see if your family can get by with just one vehicle.
(We could, but then only one of us could have a job…)
(My average monthly car MECHANIC payment is $523!)
(The best way to get back on your feet is to miss two car payments!)
-GlobeandMail
THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT DO BEFORE BED (to get a good night’s sleep):
► Work: The blue light emitted from your computer is bad enough, but the stress that almost always accompanies work communications can keep your brain active when you’re trying to shut down. (Then why do I never have a problem sleeping at work?)
► Work out: Since exercise can increase our heart rate and circulation, it often puts our bodies in a hyper-alert state. When paired with the rush of endorphins you get from a workout, that late night trip to the gym might keep you from nodding off. (Phew! Dodged a bullet there…for the last 8 years!)
► Watch TV: Not only is the blue light emitted from devices like televisions linked to suppressed melatonin production, meaning you’re likely to feel less sleepy after watching a show, researchers have also linked screen time and insomnia among adolescents. (Please explain then, why I always wake up on the couch in a puddle of drool at 3 o’clock in the morning…)
► Text your friends: Text conversations — especially long ones — can keep your mind engaged well beyond when you’ve actually stopped texting, and that blue light from your device can affect you here, too.
► Eat spicy foods: Spicy foods (as well as greasy ones) contribute to acid reflux, which can make it harder to sleep comfortably and may even wake you up in the middle night. (That’s not the only condition that spicy foods can contribute to!)
► Dial up the thermostat: You may want to make your room all warm and cozy before bed, but doing so may actually interfere with your rest. People sleep best in rooms that are between 60- and 67-degrees Fahrenheit (16-19 Celsius), so it’s best to play it cool if you want to wake up feeling refreshed. (And if you’re still too warm, just touch your wife’s feet!)
► Cuddle with your pet: As much as we love them, having pets in the bed is often a recipe for a sleepless night. That doesn’t mean you should banish them to another room, though. Research suggests that having pets nearby—as long as they’re not actually in bed with you, can actually help you get a more restful sleep. (Because what’s more relaxing than listening to a Labrador burp and snore all night?)
(Wow. What’s left that I CAN do?)
-BestLifeOnline
BS CHRONOMETER 10.09.18
TODAY’S CELEBIRTHDAYS . . .
1952 [66] Sharon Osbourne (Arden), Brixton UK, TV personality (“The Talk” since 2010, “America’s Got Talent” 2007-12, “The X-Factor UK” 2004-13, “The Osbournes” 2002-05)/Mrs. Ozzy Osbourne since 1982
1964 [54] Guillermo del Toro, Guadalajara, Mexico, filmmaker (“The Hobbit” films, “Pan’s Labyrinth”)
1973 [45] Steve Burns, Boyertown PA, TV actor (“Blue’s Clues” 1996-2003)
1975 [43] Sean Lennon, New York City NY, musician (the sole offspring of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, and the godson of Sir Elton John.) Born on his father’s 35th birthday
1979 [39] Brandon Routh, Norwalk IA, TV actor (‘Ray Palmer/The Atom’ on “Arrow” since 2014)/movie actor (“Superman Returns”)
1979 [39] Chris O’Dowd, Boyle Ireland, movie actor (“Bridesmaids”, “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”)
1993 [25] Scotty McCreery, Raleigh NC, country singer (‘Five More Minutes’)/”American Idol” Season 10 winner (2011)
TODAY’S BS REASONS TO PARTY . . .
• “Fire Prevention Day”, a highlight of the annual observance of “Fire Prevention Week”. Why today? It marks the anniversary of the ‘Great Chicago Fire of 1871’, the disaster that began a movement toward fire prevention as an adjunct to firefighting.
• “Leif Erikson Day” in Norway and Iceland, commemorating the Viking explorer’s discovery of North America (‘Vinland’) circa 1000 AD … almost 500 years before Christopher Columbus.
• “UN World Post Day”, honoring the founding of the Universal Postal Union in 1874. Today the UPU, with 190 member countries, oversees the co-ordination of the global postal service.
• “Beer and Pizza Day”, paying homage to one of the most iconic food and drink combinations on Earth. (without which, would we even HAVE bowling?)
• “National Sneakers Day”, also known as athletic shoes, tennis shoes, gym shoes, sport shoes, runners, or trainers, sneakers are the most democratic form of footwear owned by almost everybody. There is also a large culture dedicated to the appreciation and collection of athletic and casual footwear.
AND REMEMBER . . .
[Wed] Angel Food Cake Day
[Wed] Emergency Nurses Day
[Thurs] Myths and Legends Day
[Thurs] National Coming Out Day
This Week Is…National Newspaper Week
This Month Is…Halloween Safety Month
THIS DAY IN SHOW BIZ . . .
2006 [12] Google pays more than $1.6 billion for video-sharing website YouTube
2017 [01] Producer Harvey Weinstein is fired from The Weinstein Company after allegations of sexual abuse
TODAY’S MUSIC EVENT . . .
1985 [33] On what would have been John Lennon’s 45th birthday, a section of Central Park in New York City is christened “Strawberry Fields” in his memory.
TODAY’S FIRST . . .
2009 [09] Barack Obama becomes the 1st sitting US president since Woodrow Wilson to win the Nobel Peace Prize (before he had even done anything!)
TODAY’S RECORD . . .
2011 [07] Germany’s 24-year-old Sebastian Vettel of Germany becomes the youngest driver to win the Formula One World Championship … twice
BULL’S BITS
BS WACK FACTS:
✓ More than 50% of the people in the world have never made or received a telephone call.
✓ If you sneeze too hard, you can fracture a rib.
✓ Studies have suggested that gifted people often have bad handwriting because their brains are working faster than their hands.
✓ The sound you hear when you put seashell next to your ear is not the ocean, but blood flowing through your brain.
✓ An NFL waterboy makes an average salary of $53,000 a year.
✓ In a study of 200,000 ostriches over a period of 80 years, there was not one observed report of an ostrich burying its head in the sand.
-WhattheFFacts
BS STUPID QUESTIONS AT WALMART:
• Is this Gucci?
• Why do you have 75 registers but only 3 cashiers?
• Would you like to buy the extended warranty on your item, which comes with a lifetime warranty?
• Where are the walls?
• Do you have any “flat earth” snow globes?
• Dude, where’s my car?
• Where’s the caviar section?
• Could this line be any longer?
• Do you have a dress code?
• There are no stupid questions at Wal Mart. Only stupid people.
-Twitter
BS PHONE STARTER:
What do most people not realize is a waste of money?
BS RANDOM JOKE:
Insomnia is awful. But on the plus side – only 27 more sleeps till Christmas.
BS WATER COOLER QUESTION:
Question: It has been estimated that men burn about 1,200 calories doing THIS.
Answer: Watching a football game.
BS DEEP THOUGHT:
The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.
