Thursday, June 8, 2023 — Edition: #7491

Sheet For Brains!

 

BS SHOW BIZ BUZZ:
★ Prince Harry continued his testimony yesterday at High Court in London in his case against Mirror Group Newspapers, and was grilled by the opposing attorney for failing to show actual proof of his claims. Harry pushed back, insisting much of the content reported on could have only been obtained by accessing his private records and correspondence. As a follow-up, the judge asked when he first noticed unusual activity on his phone. Harry said it was “from the moment I had a mobile phone” when he started going to school at Eton. When asked how long the unusual activity went on for, Harry said it “never stopped”.
-TMZ, People
★ Ellen Pompeo says her character’s exit from “Grey’s Anatomy” isn’t a “complete goodbye”. Pompeo famously exited the series after 19 seasons earlier this year, but teased a possible comeback when she reunited with Katherine Heigl for Variety’s “Actors on Actors” interview series. She said of ‘Meredith Grey’ leaving Seattle: “It’s a little bit of trickery, because I’m not completely gone.” Even though her character Meredith “left to go to Boston because her daughter needed to go to a special school”, she indicated she’ll make “some appearances hopefully next year”.
-ETCanada
★ Some good health news for Danny Bonaduce — his brain surgery went off without a hitch —  and now he’ll start his road to recovery. Paul Anderson, Bonaduce’s longtime friend and agent says the actor was under the knife for 2 hours Monday, but things went really well and everyone’s optimistic about his recovery. He’s expected to be released from hospital this week, and will rest at home for an expected 3-4 weeks.
-TMZ
★ Just as trial was to begin on Tuesday, it was revealed that Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with his accuser, who alleged he raped her in a New York hotel a decade ago. The lawsuit sought $6 million in damages. The actor had insisted that his encounter with the woman was consensual after the 2 met at a nearby restaurant.
-USAToday
★ Jeff Garlin’s character in “The Goldbergs” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” may have elicited laughter, but his alleged troublesome behavior behind the scenes made working on the set challenging for crew members. According to Maureen Ryan’s new book “Burn It Down: Power, Complicity, and a Call for Change in Hollywood” Garlin’s , the actor’s “disrespectful” and “disparaging” behavior was allowed to run unchecked, with one insider saying he wielded his “power and status to intimidate and demean everyone on this crew.” The actor’s behavior — described as “harassing, disparaging or physically problematic” – eventually led to his dismissal from the show in 2022.
-People
★ Pete Davidson has admitted that he and Colin Jost were “very stoned” when they paid $280,000 for a decommissioned Staten Island ferry, and he regrets buying it. While attending the red-carpet premiere of “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” in New York City, he told “Entertainment Tonight”: “Me and Colin were very stoned a year ago and bought a ferry. And we’re figuring it out.” In January, 2022, Davidson and his former “SNL” co-star Jost won the John F. Kennedy, a decommissioned Staten Island ferry “in poor condition”, at an auction. When asked if he planned to use the boat for the movie premiere’s after-party, he said: “Hopefully it turns into a Transformer and gets the (heck) out of there so I can stop paying for it!”
-Insider

TODAY’S SHOW BIZ SKED:
• “Jimmy Kimmel Live” (ABC/Global): Michael B. Jordan, Blake Shelton, Coi Leray (R)
• “The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC/CTV): Kaley Cuoco, Mike Birbiglia, Ari Lennox (R)
• “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (CBS/Global): Audie Cornish, Elle King, Tom Hanks (R)
• “Late Night with Seth Meyers” (NBC/CTV): Lea Michele, Janelle James (R)
• “Watch What Happens Live” (Bravo): Amy Schumer
• “The View” (ABC/CTV): Laurie Metcalf
• “The Talk” (CBS): Boris Kodjoe (R)
• “Live with Kelly and Mark” (ABC/CTV): Anthony Ramos, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Check local listings): Eva Longoria, Annie Gonzalez, Jesse Garcia, Colton Dixon
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Check local listings): Nia Long, Tori Dunlap, Lauren London (R)
• “Jennifer Hudson Show” (Check local listings): Fortune Feimster, Tasha Cobbs Leonard (R)
• “Stanley Cup Final” (Check local listings): Game #3: Las Vegas @ Florida
• “Celebrity Prank Wars” (E!): Season 1 finale
• “Alone” (HISTORY): Season 10 premiere. 10 new participants compete to win $500,000 in the show’s most remote location, northern Saskatchewan; as the survivalists set out, one makes a costly mistake.

BS MUSIC NOTES:
• Drake — appeared on Stake’s weekend livestream via Kick, rocking a beige jumpsuit and yellow-and-blue painted nails, which sparked plenty of mixed reactions among his fans. Then, when he tried to gift a fan with $500 worth of subs from Kick, the credit card he used for the transaction was declined, which Drake said was “embarrassing.” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2p8ht6m4
• Nicki Minaj – plans to drop an album Oct. 20. She casually dropped the news on her Twitter Monday, writing: “10/20/23 The Album”. It’s unclear if the album will be named “The Album”, but if it is, the LP would follow the likes of Blackpink and Jonas Brothers, who also gave that title to their LPs. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/kehnnxj8
• Def Leppard — has shared a new video blog covering the first 3 shows of the European leg of the band’s “The World Tour” with Mötley Crüe, covering stops in Sheffield, England, and 2 German cities. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/bdhrm6d4
• Queens of the Stone Age – have announced a headlining North American tour to support their upcoming album “In Times New Roman …”, which drops June 16. The first show is Aug. 3 in Sterling Heights MI, and the tour wraps up Oct. 8 in Sacramento CA, at the Aftershock Festival.
• John Mellencamp – isn’t interested in pandering to his audience. In New York Times interview, he discussed his decision to play smaller, more intimate venues. Quote: “I could do a whole show of hits if I wanted to, but I don’t. That’s one reason I quit playing arenas and playing outdoors. It wasn’t about music — it was about being a human jukebox.”
• Morgan Wallen – Thanks to him and other artists such as Luke Combs and Zach Bryan, country albums make up half of the Billboard 200 Top 10, for the first time since Oct. 2013. Wallen’s “One Thing at a Time” and “Dangerous: The Double Album” at are #2 and 5, while Combs’ “Gettin’ Old” sits at #7, Bryan’s “American Heartbreak” is #9 and Bailey Zimmerman’s “Religiously. The Album” ranks #10.
• Eric Church — isn’t yet eligible for induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, but he is getting his own exhibit. “Eric Church: Country Heart, Restless Soul,” opening July 13, will feature one of his childhood guitars, plus pairs of Church’s Ray-Bans, the jacket he wore to sing the National Anthem at Super Bowl LV and the Von Dutch hat he bought at a truck stop, and wore on stage for years afterward.
• Ronnie Milsap – The 80-year-old has announced his final Nashville performance, Oct. 3 at Bridgestone Arena. Artists scheduled to pay tribute at the show include Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Justin Moore, Scotty McCreery, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Houser, Sara Evans, Lorrie Morgan, Neal McCoy, BRELAND, Phil Vassar, Terri Clark and more. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/s3e6atkv

SHOOTING THE BULL

THERE’LL BE SAD SONGS – TO MAKE YOU HAPPY:
You know how it is: You’re driving alone, and the PERFECT song comes on the radio. Suddenly, the sun is brighter, the grass is greener, and before you know it, you look down at the speedometer and find you’re setting a new land speed record. Or the music you play during your workout results in a personal best, and you hardly even broke sweat. But new research says that it’s not only happy music that can affect your mood. And here’s the surprise: Researchers at Oxford University say that listening to sad music can – make you happy. Now, listening to sad music can certainly make people feel sad, but it was also found that doing can also impact a person’s mood in a positive way by allowing them to feel a sense of connectedness. One of the lead researchers said: “The value of sad music lies in its ability to create a sense of connection…And it’s that sense of connection…which is what makes listening to sad music really great!” The researchers say we may love sad music for the same reasons we might value sad conversations — that sense of genuine connection.
(…and you thought this show made you happy because of my sparkling personality! Turns out, it’s been the sad songs the entire time!)
(…it’s a good thing that I’m at that age where every new song I hear sounds pretty sad to my ears…!)
-Health

HO-HUM…ANOTHER BIT ABOUT SLEEPI…ZZZ:
So far this week we’ve learned that a poor diet leads to poor sleep, and that if your partner snores, sleeping in separate rooms could improve your marriage. And because it’s something that I’m very interested in (especially when the alarm goes off at 3:30am…), here’s some more sleep news: According to a new study, making sure you’re nailing your sleep hygiene could be the key to optimal health and longevity. In other words, if you get enough good-quality sleep, your mortality risk drops by 42%. The study, published in the journal “Sleep” (go figure…) found that those who had optimal sleep patterns benefited from better health outcomes than those who didn’t. Researchers suggested that in order to improve your sleep quality, you should try to be consistent in your sleep and wake times, remove electronic devices from your room, try reading or gentle exercise before bed, avoid caffeine after early afternoon, and make sure your room is cool and dark enough.
(…and apparently, if your partner snores, throw them out of the room!)
(I’m not concerned with how dark my bedroom is…because the minute I sit in my living room recliner and turn on the TV…it’s game over!)
-HuffPost

ABOUT DUCKING TIME:
You may have heard about it by now, but it bears repeating: One of the most notable announcements at Apple’s event for developers on Monday is the company’s plan to tweak its iPhone autocorrect feature as part of the coming iOS17, so that you’ll probably never send another message that accidentally contains the word “ducking.” The “ducking” substitution for a common expletive is a source of long-standing frustration for many who have had had to rewrite their texts…or follow them up with a message that says “darn autocorrect!”. Of course, iPhone users have always had the option to turn off the autocorrect feature, but, really, who does that?
(Uh-oh! I’ve got the feeling that my mother is in for a world of shock, come September…)
(I’ve always been more of a “duckin” guy myself…)
-Reuters

BEST SUNBURN REMEDIES:
1. Aloe Vera: It works best when sourced straight from the plant (which has amazing healing properties). But if you’re in a pinch, a gel or moisturizer containing aloe will provide many of the same benefits. Cut the leaves of an aloe plant, and apply it as topical ointment to soothe the sting and reduce the redness. (Cool. Literally!)
2. A Cool Bath/Shower:  Just as you’d blast the AC for a shot of relief, a bath or shower can help cool your burnt skin. Then, as soon as you get out, gently pat yourself dry, but leave a little water on your skin, and apply a moisturizer to help trap the water. This can help ease the dryness. (Then – scream!)
3. Drink Water:  It may seem obvious, but hydration is important to healing from a burn, to replenish moisture that’s lost during your time in the sun. Hydrating fruits and veggies like watermelon, cucumber, strawberries, tomatoes, grapefruit, and cantaloupe can also help. (Especially if they’re part of a very strong cocktail!)
4. Pain Relievers:  While it may not be a permanent solution, it’s a great way to catch a break from the pain and get some much-needed rest. Consider taking aspirin or ibuprofen to help reduce any swelling, redness and discomfort.
5. Cold Compress:  When you still want an extra dose of cooling relief, a cold compress is a great way to quickly bring down the temperature of the skin, and help with pain and swelling. Wrap an ice pack or a bag of frozen veggies in a soft towel and apply to the burn. Use it as often as you like for 10–15-minute intervals. (Darn. Nothing here about a skin-transfusion?)
-StudyFinds

DID YOU KNOW?
Some people in Japan who have become accustomed to wearing a face mask have turned to the help of a professional — to learn to smile again. After the country lifted its recommendation to wear masks for COVID prevention in March, many people seemingly realized they had actually forgotten how to smile. Lessons to perfect a perfect grin cost about US$55 for a one-on-one session. (Or just forget to charge ‘em. I guarantee they’ll smile THEN!)
-NYPost

BS CHRONOMETER 06.08.23

TODAY’S BS REASONS TO PARTY . . .
• “Upsy Daisy Day”, encouraging us to face the day in a positive way, and to get up ‘gloriously, gratefully and gleefully’ each morning. (Another observance from the Society of the Hopelessly Optimistic…)
• “Best Friends Day”, a day to salute your BFF for being there … when nobody else is. (You’d better – they know too much!)
• “Name Your Poison Day”, Let’s say you can have all you want of one ‘bad-for-you’ thing for the rest of your life without any repercussions. Which would you pick? (Or, rather, which brand of bacon would you pick?)
• “World Brain Tumor Day”, a day of awareness of the malady that’s killed off almost as many soap opera characters as heart attacks have…
• “World Oceans Day”, a UN observance to honor our oceans, their marine life, and their sea-lanes that enable international trade.
• “Jelly Filled Donut Day” (in case you forgot to enjoy one of these on “Donut Day” Friday). The jelly-filled donut is popular in the US and Canada, but there are many variations throughout the world…some of which were originally not filled with jelly, but with meat and vegetables. (***See “Odd Donut Flavors”, below***)
• “Corpus Christi”, observed by Christians — especially Roman Catholics – to commemorate the Holy Eucharist, a rite also commonly known as Holy Communion or the Last Supper.

AND REMEMBER . . .
[Fri] Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie Day
[Fri] Writers’ Rights Day
[Sat] World Gin Day
[Sun] Corn on the Cob Day
This Week is…Fishing and Boating Week
The Month is…Fight the Filthy Fly Month

TODAY’S CELEBIRTHDAYS . . .
1940 [83] Nancy Sinatra, Jersey City NJ, pop singer (‘These Boots Are Made for Walkin’’), movie actress (“Speedway”)/daughter of Frank Sinatra

1944 [79] (William) “Boz” Scaggs, Canton OH, pop-rock singer-songwriter (‘Lido Shuffle’, ‘Lowdown’)

1951 [72] Bonnie Tyler, Skewen Wales, pop singer (‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’, ‘It’s A Heartache’)

1957 [66] Scott Adams, Windham NY, comic strip cartoonist (“Dilbert”)

1962 [61] Nick Rhodes, Birmingham England, pop keyboardist (Duran Duran-‘Hungry Like the Wolf’)

1966 [57] Julianna Margulies, Spring Valley NY, TV actress (“The Good Wife” 2009-16, “ER” 1994-2000, 2009, “The Morning Show” since 2021)/movie actress (“Snakes on a Plane”)

1977 [46] Kanye West, Atlanta GA, rap artist-producer (‘Stronger’, w/ Rihanna & Paul McCartney-‘FourFiveSeconds’)/fashion mogul (“Yeezy”)/married to Kim Kardashian 2014-22

1978 [45] Maria Menounos, Medford MA, TV host (“Extra” 2011-14, “E! News” 2015-17)

1984 [39] Torrey DeVitto, Huntington NY, TV actress (‘Melissa Hastings’ on “Pretty Little Liars” 2010-17, “The Vampire Diaries” 2012-13)

THIS DAY IN SHOW BIZ . . .
1984 [39] The legendary supernatural comedy film “Ghostbusters”, starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis, is released

2018 [05] Celebrity chef and TV personality Anthony Bourdain (“No Reservations”, “Parts Unknown”), commits suicide by hanging at 61

TODAY’S MUSIC EVENTS . . .
1974 [49] Dolly Parton’s ‘I Will Always Love You’ hits #1 on the Country chart. In 1992 Whitney Houston’s pop version tops the Hot 100 and becomes one of the best-selling singles of all time

2008 [15] “Rolling Stone” lists the ‘Top 50 Guitar Songs of All-Time’ (top 5, in order, are ‘Johnny B Goode’, ‘Purple Haze’, ‘Crossroads’, ‘You Really Got Me’, and ‘Brown Sugar’)

TODAY’S FIRSTS . . .
1869 [154] Ives McGaffey of Chicago patents the first vacuum cleaner, calling it a “sweeping machine”

1966 [57] The NFL and AFL announce their merger. They officially combine before the 1970 season, forming one football league with 2 conferences

BULL’S BITS

BS WHACK FACTS:
✓ When you become really close to someone, you can hear their voice in your head when you read their texts.
✓ Lettuce is 97% water, tomatoes 95%, and bread 30%.
✓ People who regularly play video games are faster at making real-life decisions.
✓ Your tonsils can grow back if there was tissue left behind during the removal process.
✓ By walking an extra 20 minutes every day, an average person will burn off 7 pounds (3.18kg) of body fat per year.
✓ The first Ford cars had Dodge engines.
-UberFacts, BathroomReadersInstitute

Best of BS . . .
BS WEDDING DOS AND DON’TS:
• Do: Marry for Love. Don’t: Marry for money. Unless, of course, there is no prenup.
• Do: Throw rice. Don’t: Throw Jerry Rice.
• Do: Dress nice. Don’t: Wear a better wedding dress than the bride. In fact, don’t wear a wedding dress. Trust me.
• Do: Get to the ceremony on time. Don’t: Call out during the ceremony, “I give it six months!”
• Do: Help write your own vows. Don’t: Object during your own ceremony.
• Do: Invite people you know and love. Don’t: Register for intimate toys at Sears.
• Do: Be involved during the planning. Don’t: Ask the bride, “Are you really wearing that?”
• Do: Bring a date to the wedding. Don’t: If you’re the groom.
• Do: Dance. Don’t: Have a choreographed wedding entrance dance. It’s probably not going to go viral.
• Don’t. Just don’t
-Twitter, first published in BS in 2018

BS ODD DONUT FLAVORS:
• Toothpaste & Orange Juice
• Thousand Island
• Murder Hornet Honeydip
• Pencil Shavings
• “Everything” donuts
• Regret
• Anchovy
• Plain
-Twitter, first published in BS in 2020

BS WEB GOODIE:
Infomercials be like… (also me on any given Tuesday):   https://tinyurl.com/vbsh5sje

BS RANDOM JOKE:
You have to be odd to be number one.

BS PHONE STARTER:
What happens regularly now, that would horrify a person from 100 years ago?

BS WATER COOLER QUESTION:
Question:  A survey found that more money is spent on THIS hobby than any other. What is it?
Answer:  Gardening

BS DEEP THOUGHT:
Only dead fish go with the flow.