The Celebrity Big Brother housemates have finally arrived and six UK stars have been pitted against their six Us counterparts for our very own viewing pleasure - before Bobby Davro and Janice Dickinson drop by on Friday to add to the mix.
But who exactly are these 12 celebrities, and what can you expect from them in the house?
Austin Armacost
Age: Unknown!
Who? Us reality TV star who appeared in Logo's The A-List: New York - an Lgbt-focused series which followed six gay and bisexual men. Also dated fashion designer Marc Jacobs.
Why is he going in the house? "It just seems like a fascinating experiment to put all these personalities together. There is 100,000 square feet of personality in 1,000 square feet of house."
Got it. And? "I would hate to see Farrah Abraham walk through those doors because I have heard nothing but terrible things about her. This bitch is just a bitch.
But who exactly are these 12 celebrities, and what can you expect from them in the house?
Austin Armacost
Age: Unknown!
Who? Us reality TV star who appeared in Logo's The A-List: New York - an Lgbt-focused series which followed six gay and bisexual men. Also dated fashion designer Marc Jacobs.
Why is he going in the house? "It just seems like a fascinating experiment to put all these personalities together. There is 100,000 square feet of personality in 1,000 square feet of house."
Got it. And? "I would hate to see Farrah Abraham walk through those doors because I have heard nothing but terrible things about her. This bitch is just a bitch.
- 8/27/2015
- Digital Spy
The Celebrity Big Brother housemates have finally arrived and six UK stars have been pitted against their six Us counterparts for our very own viewing pleasure - before Bobby Davro and Janice Dickinson drop by on Friday to add to the mix.
But who exactly are these 12 celebrities, and what can you expect from them in the house?
Austin Armacost
Age: Unknown!
Who? Us reality TV star who appeared in Logo's The A-List: New York - an Lgbt-focused series which followed six gay and bisexual men. Also dated fashion designer Marc Jacobs.
Why is he going in the house? "It just seems like a fascinating experiment to put all these personalities together. There is 100,000 square feet of personality in 1,000 square feet of house."
Got it. And? "I would hate to see Farrah Abraham walk through those doors because I have heard nothing but terrible things about her. This bitch is just a bitch.
But who exactly are these 12 celebrities, and what can you expect from them in the house?
Austin Armacost
Age: Unknown!
Who? Us reality TV star who appeared in Logo's The A-List: New York - an Lgbt-focused series which followed six gay and bisexual men. Also dated fashion designer Marc Jacobs.
Why is he going in the house? "It just seems like a fascinating experiment to put all these personalities together. There is 100,000 square feet of personality in 1,000 square feet of house."
Got it. And? "I would hate to see Farrah Abraham walk through those doors because I have heard nothing but terrible things about her. This bitch is just a bitch.
- 8/27/2015
- Digital Spy
The breakup saga between Rita Ora and Rob Kardashian continues, with Jonah Hill now in the mix.
A source revealed to Us Weekly that Kardashian dumped Ora after learning she cheated on him with Hill. "Rita spent the night with Jonah during a trip to New York," the insider said. The two met at a club in the city and allegedly went home together in November.
"I heard she cheated, but I don't know," reality star Nyasha Zimucha, who appeared on "The A-List: New York," told Us Weekly.
Earlier this month, Kardashian took to Twitter to unleash a series of angry tweets about a woman who cheated on him. Ora was never named, but many presumed she was the subject because the two had been romantically linked since the summer.
"She cheated on me with nearly 20 dudes while we were together, I wonder how many she will sleep with now that we apart?...
A source revealed to Us Weekly that Kardashian dumped Ora after learning she cheated on him with Hill. "Rita spent the night with Jonah during a trip to New York," the insider said. The two met at a club in the city and allegedly went home together in November.
"I heard she cheated, but I don't know," reality star Nyasha Zimucha, who appeared on "The A-List: New York," told Us Weekly.
Earlier this month, Kardashian took to Twitter to unleash a series of angry tweets about a woman who cheated on him. Ora was never named, but many presumed she was the subject because the two had been romantically linked since the summer.
"She cheated on me with nearly 20 dudes while we were together, I wonder how many she will sleep with now that we apart?...
- 12/21/2012
- by Cavan Sieczkowski
- Huffington Post
Though The A-List: New York was essentially a slow-motion, more obviously manipulated version of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, it's not the most unbearable show to think about in retrospect. I even have a fondness for the petty theatrics of Reichen Lehmkuhl, Mike Ruiz, Rod-i-ney, and the gamely naked Austin Armacost. Yes, it was sleaze, but it was harmless sleaze.
Since Logo's series went off the air in 2011, Armacost -- billed on the show as Lehmkuhl's ex-boyfriend -- has apparently been keeping up the body that earned him so much attention over two seasons. We caught up with him on a photo shoot in the Hollywood hills for DNA Magazine featuring some skimpy Andrew Christian skivvies (as well as aussieBum, 2xist, & Body Tech), and we thought we'd see how much he still enjoys the attention. Newsflash: He does. And he's pretty upfront -- and, honestly, really nice -- about it!
Since Logo's series went off the air in 2011, Armacost -- billed on the show as Lehmkuhl's ex-boyfriend -- has apparently been keeping up the body that earned him so much attention over two seasons. We caught up with him on a photo shoot in the Hollywood hills for DNA Magazine featuring some skimpy Andrew Christian skivvies (as well as aussieBum, 2xist, & Body Tech), and we thought we'd see how much he still enjoys the attention. Newsflash: He does. And he's pretty upfront -- and, honestly, really nice -- about it!
- 11/20/2012
- by virtel
- The Backlot
Remember when we tallied the 8 Most Annoying Gay Male Characters in TV History? That turned out to be very cathartic for me, and I thank you for joining me on that annoying journey. But the saga isn't over yet: Now we're counting off the nine most annoying reality TV stars in history, and I may need your help in naming offenders 10-150. Contribute those in the comments.
Word of caution: "Annoying" is sometimes an awesome trait. Definitely not always, but I make notice of the reality stars who rightfully wear the honor of "most annoying" like a badge of honor.
1. Survivor's Colton Cumbie
Yeah, nothing about this guy deserves a badge of honor. Can you believe there was a time when we'd have considered Richard Hatch one of the most annoying gay contestants on a reality series? Oh, our innocence! Survivor: One World's Colton Cumbie was a racist,...
Word of caution: "Annoying" is sometimes an awesome trait. Definitely not always, but I make notice of the reality stars who rightfully wear the honor of "most annoying" like a badge of honor.
1. Survivor's Colton Cumbie
Yeah, nothing about this guy deserves a badge of honor. Can you believe there was a time when we'd have considered Richard Hatch one of the most annoying gay contestants on a reality series? Oh, our innocence! Survivor: One World's Colton Cumbie was a racist,...
- 5/1/2012
- by virtel
- The Backlot
Gay TV as we know it is dead.
Just as MTV pulled the plug on music programming in the '90s, the network's younger, swishier cousin, Logo, has decided to say goodbye to its original raison d'être: gay-focused television. One reaction has been to bemoan the news and call Logo a traitor for walking out on its community. But given the current state of Logo's programming, the decision just may be a blessing in disguise for the gay rights movement.
None of Logo's upcoming series include gay characters in "lead" roles, according to a press release announcing coming programming changes, first revealed by Queerty. Instead, the network has opted to green-light only female-friendly, gayish knock-offs of the reality shows Toddlers & Tiaras and Mob Wives, with show titles like Eden Wood's World and Wiseguys. Even RuPaul's Drag U is getting a revamp to reach a more mainstream audience. In other words,...
Just as MTV pulled the plug on music programming in the '90s, the network's younger, swishier cousin, Logo, has decided to say goodbye to its original raison d'être: gay-focused television. One reaction has been to bemoan the news and call Logo a traitor for walking out on its community. But given the current state of Logo's programming, the decision just may be a blessing in disguise for the gay rights movement.
None of Logo's upcoming series include gay characters in "lead" roles, according to a press release announcing coming programming changes, first revealed by Queerty. Instead, the network has opted to green-light only female-friendly, gayish knock-offs of the reality shows Toddlers & Tiaras and Mob Wives, with show titles like Eden Wood's World and Wiseguys. Even RuPaul's Drag U is getting a revamp to reach a more mainstream audience. In other words,...
- 2/29/2012
- by Ben Harvey
- Aol TV.
Mike Ruiz, the acclaimed celebrity and fashion photographer who also stars in The A-List: New York, took some time to catch up with me and share his latest book project, Pretty Masculine.
Where are you today?
I'm in Apple Valley shooting about 10 guys for my expanding Pretty Masculine project. We've been out in a dry lake bed. Our makeup artist brought us to this remote location he knows about, and it's actually very cool. Compared with the chill of New York City right now, it's 80 degrees and sunny here. The light and the weather have been awesome.
Why don't you tell us a little bit about Pretty Masculine?
I had been working with a guy who did an event where a number of models were body painted, and I just thought, "Wow, I'd really love to do a photo shoot with that." So the first series is featuring body painting that resembles tribal tattoos.
Where are you today?
I'm in Apple Valley shooting about 10 guys for my expanding Pretty Masculine project. We've been out in a dry lake bed. Our makeup artist brought us to this remote location he knows about, and it's actually very cool. Compared with the chill of New York City right now, it's 80 degrees and sunny here. The light and the weather have been awesome.
Why don't you tell us a little bit about Pretty Masculine?
I had been working with a guy who did an event where a number of models were body painted, and I just thought, "Wow, I'd really love to do a photo shoot with that." So the first series is featuring body painting that resembles tribal tattoos.
- 1/14/2012
- by Reggie Cameron
- Aol TV.
Austin Armacost, one of the cast members of Logo's The A-List: New York, left a hilarious voice mail message for a TV critic to demand an apology for being referred to as D-list and "the most obnoxious star" of the show, even though that was probably a really kind and generous description. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Rob Owen has the full story of what happened after he tried to interview Austin and posted a blurb about...
- 10/3/2011
- by Andy Dehnart
- Reality Blurred
Here's last week's caption pic winner. This week's caption pic is at the bottom of the page.
Thanks to everyone for participating! The winner is ...
"Here we see the illegitimate love child of Smurfette and a member of the Blue Man Group."
Thanks to Campion for this week's winning caption.
Neil and David attend Iris, A Journey Through the World of Cinema by Cirque du Soleil
Weekend Birthdays! (Note: Birthday shoutouts are for out entertainers, allies, or for any celeb that seems to have a following on Ae). Fran Drescher turns 54, Julie Andrews is 76, and Phil Oakey turns 56. Time to name your top five Human League Here are mine: 5. "Don't You Want Me," 4. "Human," 3. "Mirror Man," 2. "The Lebanon," 1. "(Keep Feeling) Fascination."
Happy Blasphemy Day! Which for me is, well, every day. The ratings are in, and ABC's Charlie's Angels was down 29% from its weak debut, and NBC's Prime Suspect was...
Thanks to everyone for participating! The winner is ...
"Here we see the illegitimate love child of Smurfette and a member of the Blue Man Group."
Thanks to Campion for this week's winning caption.
Neil and David attend Iris, A Journey Through the World of Cinema by Cirque du Soleil
Weekend Birthdays! (Note: Birthday shoutouts are for out entertainers, allies, or for any celeb that seems to have a following on Ae). Fran Drescher turns 54, Julie Andrews is 76, and Phil Oakey turns 56. Time to name your top five Human League Here are mine: 5. "Don't You Want Me," 4. "Human," 3. "Mirror Man," 2. "The Lebanon," 1. "(Keep Feeling) Fascination."
Happy Blasphemy Day! Which for me is, well, every day. The ratings are in, and ABC's Charlie's Angels was down 29% from its weak debut, and NBC's Prime Suspect was...
- 9/30/2011
- by snicks
- The Backlot
When I began to write this week's recap, Clippy, the little Windows animated assistant, popped up on my computer screen with the following message.
"It looks like you're searching for a reason to live. Would you like help?"
Boy, did I ever. You see, I knew I was in trouble the second this week's A-List: New York episode began inside Earwig's studio. No, that's not it. What's that dude's name?
Earthworm… Eardrum?
Edwing! That's it. As those of you who read these recaps and find joy in my weekly self-flagellation already know, I find that the clothing Edwing trots out for Ryan amounts to those torture devices Jigsaw straps to people in those Saw movies.
But it turns out that, for once, Ryan isn't the only willing fashion victim. Somehow, Ryan has recruited most of the A-List gang to wear these bizarre contraptions for Edwing's upcoming fashion show. This means,...
"It looks like you're searching for a reason to live. Would you like help?"
Boy, did I ever. You see, I knew I was in trouble the second this week's A-List: New York episode began inside Earwig's studio. No, that's not it. What's that dude's name?
Earthworm… Eardrum?
Edwing! That's it. As those of you who read these recaps and find joy in my weekly self-flagellation already know, I find that the clothing Edwing trots out for Ryan amounts to those torture devices Jigsaw straps to people in those Saw movies.
But it turns out that, for once, Ryan isn't the only willing fashion victim. Somehow, Ryan has recruited most of the A-List gang to wear these bizarre contraptions for Edwing's upcoming fashion show. This means,...
- 8/23/2011
- by BriOut
- The Backlot
Today in things that Hollywood is doing, but shouldn't be, Eddie Murphy will be voicing Hong Kong Phooey in a live action/animation film. While it was from a simpler time when we didn't notice these things as much, I caught Hong Kong Phooey the other night on Boomerang and found it quite racist.
Cats on scanners is way weirder than it sounds.
Rosanne Barr is planning a sitcom comeback with Downwardly Mobile, which will mine a lot of the same territory her old show did. I'm not sure though – in the current economy that might hit a little too close to reality to be funny.
If you decide to get into adult gay films and the family doesn't approve, Michael Musto has your back.
Naked and Famous Denim has released a pair of glow-in-the-dark jeans. Currently available at Barneys, which means that you don't want to know what they cost.
Cats on scanners is way weirder than it sounds.
Rosanne Barr is planning a sitcom comeback with Downwardly Mobile, which will mine a lot of the same territory her old show did. I'm not sure though – in the current economy that might hit a little too close to reality to be funny.
If you decide to get into adult gay films and the family doesn't approve, Michael Musto has your back.
Naked and Famous Denim has released a pair of glow-in-the-dark jeans. Currently available at Barneys, which means that you don't want to know what they cost.
- 8/11/2011
- by Ed Kennedy
- The Backlot
Another week, another episode of The A-List: New York. And what's one of the first images we come across in this week’s episode? Why, it’s Austin and a horse's ass.
Austin and hubby Jake begin this week’s episode riding horses on a beach at the Hamptons. When the guys dismount for a romantic beach picnic, in several shots, the entire left frame is filled with Seabuscuit’s posterior. And I knew in that moment that the symbolism gods were surely smiling at me.
Austin brings Jake to the beach for a romantic picnic to show that he’s truly (sorta-kinda) sorry about the fluff he received last week. But all Jake wants to talk about is Austin’s feud with Rodiney and having a traditionally big New York wedding. Come on, Jake. Open your eyes! And after you do, Run! It’s not too late to save yourself.
Austin and hubby Jake begin this week’s episode riding horses on a beach at the Hamptons. When the guys dismount for a romantic beach picnic, in several shots, the entire left frame is filled with Seabuscuit’s posterior. And I knew in that moment that the symbolism gods were surely smiling at me.
Austin brings Jake to the beach for a romantic picnic to show that he’s truly (sorta-kinda) sorry about the fluff he received last week. But all Jake wants to talk about is Austin’s feud with Rodiney and having a traditionally big New York wedding. Come on, Jake. Open your eyes! And after you do, Run! It’s not too late to save yourself.
- 8/9/2011
- by BriOut
- The Backlot
The girls of " Jersey Shore " are rocking a more glamorous look in the new issue of Yrb Magazine -- and ditching The Situation 's abs for the buff bods of some sexy male models! Snooki , Sammi and Deena all took part in the photo shoot done by celebrity photographer and " The A-List: New York " star Mike Ruiz , where they traded their regular Ed Hardy gear for evening wear. The issue hits newsstands tomorrow, but you can check out the interview over at YRBMagazine.com . For more of Ruiz's work, check out his Facebook page ! Read more...
- 8/3/2011
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
A screaming match. Onlookers ducking for cover. Punches being thrown. That's what happened in the Ae break room as a fight erupted over which one of us would have to recap The A-List: New York this season. None of us wanted to do it because, well, we're all sane.
But someone had to watch the show this season and while I fought really hard, Dennis throws a mean left hook and snicks is a biter. All of which is to say, welcome to The A-List Season Two recaps by BriOut!
Now I watched every episode of the first season because with shows like Two and a Half Men and CSI Miami on summer hiatus, I needed something new to hate. So you can probably imagine my surprise when I didn't completely detest it. Don't get me wrong. It's terrible; about as real as Heidi Montag's breasts and filled with...
But someone had to watch the show this season and while I fought really hard, Dennis throws a mean left hook and snicks is a biter. All of which is to say, welcome to The A-List Season Two recaps by BriOut!
Now I watched every episode of the first season because with shows like Two and a Half Men and CSI Miami on summer hiatus, I needed something new to hate. So you can probably imagine my surprise when I didn't completely detest it. Don't get me wrong. It's terrible; about as real as Heidi Montag's breasts and filled with...
- 7/26/2011
- by BriOut
- The Backlot
Wanna go to Brazil? Can't afford the plane fare right now? No matter! Just kick back and watch our little interview with The A-List: New York's handsome Rodiney Santiago and it's sort of a like a trip to Rio. Feel the ocean breeze! Get a little tipsy from his intoxicating accent. Be confused about what's being said. And end up doing something possibly embarrassing because it's all just so sultry and mystifying! Yes, as we all prep for the arrival of Season 2 of The A-List New York , we got Mr. Rodiney to cruise by and offer his thoughts on last season and to update us about what he's been doing. (Think beach, underwear, family, repeat.)
Tags: Gay Video & Lesbian Movies, Logo: Fierce TV
And here are some visuals tohelp make sensen of anything you didn't quite get.
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Get previews and more video for the upcoming Season 2 of "The A-List: New York" at LogoTV.
Tags: Gay Video & Lesbian Movies, Logo: Fierce TV
And here are some visuals tohelp make sensen of anything you didn't quite get.
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Get previews and more video for the upcoming Season 2 of "The A-List: New York" at LogoTV.
- 7/15/2011
- by John Polly, NewNowNext
- The Backlot
Twin publicists Antoine Von Boozier and Andre Von Boozier attend the Broadway Sings for Pride: A Benefit Concert at the Lgbt Center in NYC
So Rudy Giuliani is apparently choosing politics over friendship. Color me stunned. The Fabulous Kristin Chenoweth will be a guest judge on tonight's So You Think You Can Dance?, which airs at 8 Pm Est on Fox
Kevin Grace,Tyler Wisler, Karl Sponholtz, and Leslie Ezelle
Design Star returns for Season Six on Hgtv on Monday, July 11 at 9 Pm Est, and we've got out first look at Team Gay. Kevin Grace is a fashion merchandise director and window dresser from Chicago, Tyler Wisler works as a professional interior designer in the New York City area, Karl Sponholtrz has more than 10 years of practical design experience in Chicago, and Leslie Ezelle is a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader and cruise ship entertainer, and has design experience ranging from remodels...
So Rudy Giuliani is apparently choosing politics over friendship. Color me stunned. The Fabulous Kristin Chenoweth will be a guest judge on tonight's So You Think You Can Dance?, which airs at 8 Pm Est on Fox
Kevin Grace,Tyler Wisler, Karl Sponholtz, and Leslie Ezelle
Design Star returns for Season Six on Hgtv on Monday, July 11 at 9 Pm Est, and we've got out first look at Team Gay. Kevin Grace is a fashion merchandise director and window dresser from Chicago, Tyler Wisler works as a professional interior designer in the New York City area, Karl Sponholtrz has more than 10 years of practical design experience in Chicago, and Leslie Ezelle is a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader and cruise ship entertainer, and has design experience ranging from remodels...
- 6/29/2011
- by snicks
- The Backlot
What the hell kind of cake is that?
Birthday Roundup! Jai Rodriguez (above) is 33, Lindsay Wagner and Meryl Streep are both 62, legendary film director Uwe Boll is 46, and fabulous icon Cyndi Lauper is 58! Okay, time to name your top five Cyndi songs! Here are mine: 5. "The Goonies R Good Enough," 4. "All Through The Night," 3. "Hole In My Heart (All The Way To China," 2. "Sally's Pigeons," 1. "Time After Time."
Trip Out Travel interviews Infomania stars Bryan Safi and Erin Gibson. Bryan's idea of a perfect sexy date: Sizzler, and a cemetery screening at Hollywood Forever. Via Towleroad comes this Extremely Nsfw audio rant by a Southwest Airlines pilot who didn't know his mic was on. Both 'F" words fly freely. But don't worry, he was suspended and received "diversity education."
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced the llist of celebrities who will receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame...
Birthday Roundup! Jai Rodriguez (above) is 33, Lindsay Wagner and Meryl Streep are both 62, legendary film director Uwe Boll is 46, and fabulous icon Cyndi Lauper is 58! Okay, time to name your top five Cyndi songs! Here are mine: 5. "The Goonies R Good Enough," 4. "All Through The Night," 3. "Hole In My Heart (All The Way To China," 2. "Sally's Pigeons," 1. "Time After Time."
Trip Out Travel interviews Infomania stars Bryan Safi and Erin Gibson. Bryan's idea of a perfect sexy date: Sizzler, and a cemetery screening at Hollywood Forever. Via Towleroad comes this Extremely Nsfw audio rant by a Southwest Airlines pilot who didn't know his mic was on. Both 'F" words fly freely. But don't worry, he was suspended and received "diversity education."
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced the llist of celebrities who will receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame...
- 6/22/2011
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Saddle up and get ready to ride with "A-List: Dallas" cast members Beau, Ashley, Phillip, James, Chase & Levi. Or should we call this "1 Cheerleader 5 Gays?"
Yes, cowboys and cowgirls!!! Whether you're ready or not it's time to get a peek at the cast of big, brassy Texans heading your way as Logo (AfterElton.com's parent company) preps to start shooting "The A-List: Dallas" this summer. Coming hot on the heels of "The A-List: New York" which has already starting shooting its second season all across the plains and prairies of Manhattan and beyond, the Texas take on life among the gay glam set is just about ready to ride.
(And yep, you might have seen the Gawker item earlier today. As Drag Race's Alexis Mateo might put it... "Bam!!!")
So, let's get to it. (And yes, I'm already salivating over the all-musical "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" tribute episode.
Yes, cowboys and cowgirls!!! Whether you're ready or not it's time to get a peek at the cast of big, brassy Texans heading your way as Logo (AfterElton.com's parent company) preps to start shooting "The A-List: Dallas" this summer. Coming hot on the heels of "The A-List: New York" which has already starting shooting its second season all across the plains and prairies of Manhattan and beyond, the Texas take on life among the gay glam set is just about ready to ride.
(And yep, you might have seen the Gawker item earlier today. As Drag Race's Alexis Mateo might put it... "Bam!!!")
So, let's get to it. (And yes, I'm already salivating over the all-musical "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" tribute episode.
- 5/17/2011
- by John Polly, NewNowNext
- The Backlot
Logo, MTV Network's gay-themed network, has greenlighted two new series: Sex Rx, about sex addiction, and The A-List: Dallas, a new spinoff of the A-List franchise. Additionally, Logo has renewed its highest-rated series RuPaul's Drag Race, its companion Untucked: RuPaul's Drag Race and The A-List: New York. Also renewed is the NewNowNext Awards, Logo's awards show for the latest in pop culture. The channel's next new series, Setup Squad and Pretty Hurts, premiere April 25 and May 9, respectively. Details on the new series: Sex Rx (premieres fall 2011): Noted sex addiction specialist Christopher Donaghue offers guidance to a sex treatment group in this series that tracks each member’s progress around infidelity, trust issues, relationship intimacy and sexual addiction. Julie Pizzi and Patty Ivins Specht exec produce. The A-List: Dallas (premieres fall 2011): Deep in the heart of Texas, this cast of socialite scene-making men and women are out to prove...
- 4/18/2011
- by NELLIE ANDREEVA
- Deadline TV
Logo has announced that it has renewed The A-List: New York for a second season. The original cast — Reichen Lehmkuhl, Rodiney Santiago, Mike Ruiz, Austin Armacost, Derek Lloyd Saathoff, Ryan Nickulas, and Tj Kelly — are all on tap to return. The network says fans can expect to see some new faces during the season as well. If only we can get some new voices.
The O.C. creator Josh Schwartz’s feature film directing debut will be Fun Size, a comedy about a girl who loses her little brother when taking him trick-or-treating. Did she check Peter Gallagher’s eyebrows? [THR]
Release...
The O.C. creator Josh Schwartz’s feature film directing debut will be Fun Size, a comedy about a girl who loses her little brother when taking him trick-or-treating. Did she check Peter Gallagher’s eyebrows? [THR]
Release...
- 1/19/2011
- by Kate Ward
- EW.com - PopWatch
Last night's premiere for RuPaul's Drag Race Season 3 was held at Rage in West Hollywood and brought out a lot of star power. Among the familiar faces were Adam Lambert, Vanessa Williams and The A-List: New York's Mike Ruiz (who was overheard on the red carpet describing himself as "the Queen of Logo!")
Here's hoping that RuPaul and many of Drag Race's fabulous former contestants on hand last night (Raven, Ongina, Tammie Brown, etc.) didn't hear that. Otherwise, Mike might have a fight on his hands.
Luckily for us here at AfterElton.com, we had some friends on hand for the event (thanks Lisamarie, thanks Clint!) and they got some killer shots from the red carpet. Enjoy!
Vanessa Williams
All photos credit: Clinton Gaughran
Adam Lambert
Mike Ruiz
Manilla Luzon
Mimi Imfurst
Ongina and her husband
Raven
Morgan McMichaels and Dylan Jewel
Tammie Brown
Vanessa Williams
Jason Carter...
Here's hoping that RuPaul and many of Drag Race's fabulous former contestants on hand last night (Raven, Ongina, Tammie Brown, etc.) didn't hear that. Otherwise, Mike might have a fight on his hands.
Luckily for us here at AfterElton.com, we had some friends on hand for the event (thanks Lisamarie, thanks Clint!) and they got some killer shots from the red carpet. Enjoy!
Vanessa Williams
All photos credit: Clinton Gaughran
Adam Lambert
Mike Ruiz
Manilla Luzon
Mimi Imfurst
Ongina and her husband
Raven
Morgan McMichaels and Dylan Jewel
Tammie Brown
Vanessa Williams
Jason Carter...
- 1/19/2011
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
David Moretti, who you may remember as the star of Here!TV's gay vampire soap opera, "The Lair," performs in his final night in the off-Broadway musical, "My Big Gay Italian Wedding," Saturday (Jan. 8). It was the TV and film actor's first time on stage and he almost turned it down from stage fright, but now he walks away feeling enriched by the experience.
"I feel like I can go back to L.A.," Moretti tells Zap2it. "And be a much more well-rounded actor and bring much more to the table. When you get on stage and you know you can't mess up, there's really nothing you can't do in film or TV."
Moretti will be ending his run as Andrew, who is Polish (though the actor is actually full Italian) and will do anything he can to prove his love for his Italian boyfriend among the crazy challenges of his beau's family.
"I feel like I can go back to L.A.," Moretti tells Zap2it. "And be a much more well-rounded actor and bring much more to the table. When you get on stage and you know you can't mess up, there's really nothing you can't do in film or TV."
Moretti will be ending his run as Andrew, who is Polish (though the actor is actually full Italian) and will do anything he can to prove his love for his Italian boyfriend among the crazy challenges of his beau's family.
- 1/8/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
With only a few days left til Santamas (and only a few more after that til 2011), you may be scrambling for last minute gift ideas. Well, have no fear, because we have some handy suggestions for you procrastinators and/or cheapskates.
Calendars!
It's a simple gift that the recipient will use all year long, but you do have to be careful about giving the appropriate calendar. Every time a day is crossed out or a page turned, they'll think of you ... for better or worse.
Fortunately, all of these calendars are pure gold, so anyone lucky enough to receive one will say a silent "thank you" for the next 365 days.
Let's take a look at some of the hottest calendars for the new year. From hunks to legends to the shuffling dead, there's sure to be something for everyone!
Dieux du Stade
It's the epitome of the sportscake calendar, and...
Calendars!
It's a simple gift that the recipient will use all year long, but you do have to be careful about giving the appropriate calendar. Every time a day is crossed out or a page turned, they'll think of you ... for better or worse.
Fortunately, all of these calendars are pure gold, so anyone lucky enough to receive one will say a silent "thank you" for the next 365 days.
Let's take a look at some of the hottest calendars for the new year. From hunks to legends to the shuffling dead, there's sure to be something for everyone!
Dieux du Stade
It's the epitome of the sportscake calendar, and...
- 12/22/2010
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Welcome A-List survivors! The reality series about "gay housewives" had its finale last week, and you know what that means. Our long national nightmare is over!
Or almost. We still have to get through the special reunion show hosted by the esteemed Wendy Williams.
Because Charles Lipton had a previous engagement. And too bad. Can you imagine an Inside the Actors' Studio episode devoted to Reichen Lehmkuhl?
Something tells me Reichen can!
But instead of the Actors' Studio, we're inside New York night club Amnesia where Wendy kicks things off by unclasping a red velvet rope and directly beckoning the television audience into the VIP area. "We're all on the A-List, tonight!" She says.
Which is a little unsettling. I'll stick it out and watch the show, but only if Wendy promises not to break the fourth wall again. Not sure I want to be in the same room with...
Or almost. We still have to get through the special reunion show hosted by the esteemed Wendy Williams.
Because Charles Lipton had a previous engagement. And too bad. Can you imagine an Inside the Actors' Studio episode devoted to Reichen Lehmkuhl?
Something tells me Reichen can!
But instead of the Actors' Studio, we're inside New York night club Amnesia where Wendy kicks things off by unclasping a red velvet rope and directly beckoning the television audience into the VIP area. "We're all on the A-List, tonight!" She says.
Which is a little unsettling. I'll stick it out and watch the show, but only if Wendy promises not to break the fourth wall again. Not sure I want to be in the same room with...
- 12/7/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
Here's last week's caption pic winner. This week's caption pic is at the bottom of the page.
Thanks to everyone for participating! The winner is ...
""Golddiggerlocks and the two bears. "
Thanks to FakeName for this week's winning caption.
Happy Birthday to Margaret Cho, who turns 42 this weekend.
Congrats to Krystian Legierski, who has become Poland’s first openly gay elected official. Below you can see Bryan Safi continue his quest to be chosen for The A-List: Los Angeles. His special guest is The A-List: New York's Derek, who at least has a sense of humor about how horribly he and his co-stars came across. Btw, if you want to help Bryan achieve his dream, join the Bryan Safi for the A-List Faceplace page.
Good news for Dexter fans: It looks as though a sixth season is definitely happening. In the absolute funniest thing I've read all week, Bristol Palin...
Thanks to everyone for participating! The winner is ...
""Golddiggerlocks and the two bears. "
Thanks to FakeName for this week's winning caption.
Happy Birthday to Margaret Cho, who turns 42 this weekend.
Congrats to Krystian Legierski, who has become Poland’s first openly gay elected official. Below you can see Bryan Safi continue his quest to be chosen for The A-List: Los Angeles. His special guest is The A-List: New York's Derek, who at least has a sense of humor about how horribly he and his co-stars came across. Btw, if you want to help Bryan achieve his dream, join the Bryan Safi for the A-List Faceplace page.
Good news for Dexter fans: It looks as though a sixth season is definitely happening. In the absolute funniest thing I've read all week, Bristol Palin...
- 12/3/2010
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Welcome back A-List fans and horrified onlookers! It's the finale, and what better way to kick things off than Rodiney shirtless in a kitchen in Maine ringing a cowbell.
It's all downhill from there.
The other A-Listers assemble for their morning coffee and Derek comes traipsing in wearing a padded-shouldered, belted nightgown that Linda Evans might have rocked way back on Dynasty. Who knew Nolan Miller was designing menswear these days?
But then T.J. shows up, also in a traipsy little number, and I realize that their outfits are supposed to be a joke. It's sort of hard to tell with these guys, given their usual fashion choices.
After breakfast the boys go jet skiing out on the lake, but eventually Reichen and Rodiney commandeer the Sea-Doos for a grocery run. That leaves Derek, T.J., Austin and Ryan stranded ashore and talking smack about Rodiney.
So what else is new.
It's all downhill from there.
The other A-Listers assemble for their morning coffee and Derek comes traipsing in wearing a padded-shouldered, belted nightgown that Linda Evans might have rocked way back on Dynasty. Who knew Nolan Miller was designing menswear these days?
But then T.J. shows up, also in a traipsy little number, and I realize that their outfits are supposed to be a joke. It's sort of hard to tell with these guys, given their usual fashion choices.
After breakfast the boys go jet skiing out on the lake, but eventually Reichen and Rodiney commandeer the Sea-Doos for a grocery run. That leaves Derek, T.J., Austin and Ryan stranded ashore and talking smack about Rodiney.
So what else is new.
- 12/2/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
Happy Birthday to Bette Midler, who turns sixty-five today. Okay, the question of the day: What's your favorite Bette movie? Is it The Rose, For The Boys or Beaches? Or is it one of her comedies, such as Ruthless People, The First Wives Club, or Down and Out in Beverly Hills? Or is it the made-for-tv Gypsy or ... Drowning Mona? For me, it's a tie between Outrageous Fortune ("Does the phrase 'needle-dick, the bug-f**ker' mean anything to you?"), and Big Business ("I hate men who smell like beer and bean dip ... and makin' love in the back of recreational vehicles!"). Below you can see Bette on Inside the Actor's Studio, talking about being Disney-fied in the 80's.
Today is World AIDS Day, and here's an article from last year that shows that, believe it or not, the HIV-virus has actually been used to help treat some diseases. Below you...
- 12/2/2010
- by snicks
- The Backlot
I discovered one thing while watching ABC's Skating with the Stars last night. The sound I kept hearing was not metal scraping ice, it was reality TV scraping the bottom of the barrel.
Actually, that may be a bit unfair. Skating is really no worse than the show that preceded it, but this whole " ______ with the Stars" genre needs to be nipped in the bud.
At the very least, they need to look outside these boring challenges, and offer up something unexpected. For instance, Red Light/Green Light with the Stars, or Chainsaw Juggling with the Stars.
As for Skating, it was pretty much what it was expected to be, a low-rent copy of Dancing with the Stars, with one notable exception.
The fabulous judge Johnny Weir.
Johnny was one of three judges tasked with doling out seemingly random scores to six minor celebrities and their professional skating partners. He...
Actually, that may be a bit unfair. Skating is really no worse than the show that preceded it, but this whole " ______ with the Stars" genre needs to be nipped in the bud.
At the very least, they need to look outside these boring challenges, and offer up something unexpected. For instance, Red Light/Green Light with the Stars, or Chainsaw Juggling with the Stars.
As for Skating, it was pretty much what it was expected to be, a low-rent copy of Dancing with the Stars, with one notable exception.
The fabulous judge Johnny Weir.
Johnny was one of three judges tasked with doling out seemingly random scores to six minor celebrities and their professional skating partners. He...
- 11/23/2010
- by snicks
- The Backlot
Logo (our parent company) usually sends me screeners of The A-List: New York, but this week I guess things were running late because no screener for episode 107 – which means I haven't actually seen the ep. Bummer.
Or is it? Someone could probably make up a plotline for this week's installment that would be more logically coherent than anything that actually aired.
So pardon the liberties, but here's my totally fictional take. And if you really have to know what happened on the actual show may I suggest John Polly's trenchant Easy A-List Video Recap over on NewNowNext.com.
When last we saw the A-Listers, a heartbroken Rodiney had packed his bags and left for Miami.
Reichen, despondent over the end of yet another relationship, cries dramatically: "I want to be alone," and takes to his boudoir with nothing for company but his Blackberry. To catch up on his sexting.
Or is it? Someone could probably make up a plotline for this week's installment that would be more logically coherent than anything that actually aired.
So pardon the liberties, but here's my totally fictional take. And if you really have to know what happened on the actual show may I suggest John Polly's trenchant Easy A-List Video Recap over on NewNowNext.com.
When last we saw the A-Listers, a heartbroken Rodiney had packed his bags and left for Miami.
Reichen, despondent over the end of yet another relationship, cries dramatically: "I want to be alone," and takes to his boudoir with nothing for company but his Blackberry. To catch up on his sexting.
- 11/16/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
To be watching A-List... or not to be watching A-List. That is the question. Whether tis nobler in the mind to suffer the the slimebuckets and a-holes of outrageous casting, or to take arms against a sea of negative stereotypes, and by opposing... change the damn channel.
But try as I might I just can't! I am unable to look away from this gay horror of a show. If you're here reading this I'm guessing you can't either, so welcome back.
This week's episode kicks off with another one of Reichen's high-powered business meetings. As you'll recall, Reichen lends his name to a jewelry collection called "Fly Naked." Which is one way to really speed through airport security.
His collection is sold on loveandpride.com, and 10% of all proceeds are donated to the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network (Sldn). So, good on him for that.
I checked out loveandpride, and you...
But try as I might I just can't! I am unable to look away from this gay horror of a show. If you're here reading this I'm guessing you can't either, so welcome back.
This week's episode kicks off with another one of Reichen's high-powered business meetings. As you'll recall, Reichen lends his name to a jewelry collection called "Fly Naked." Which is one way to really speed through airport security.
His collection is sold on loveandpride.com, and 10% of all proceeds are donated to the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network (Sldn). So, good on him for that.
I checked out loveandpride, and you...
- 11/9/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
This week on A-List: New York gay viewers finally found somebody to root for and identify with. Funny thing is, she's pretty much the only straight person on the show. Her name is "Gina" (rhymes with "China" according to Derek), and we met her briefly last episode when she did her best Laura Petrie impersonation as Derek's paid lady-in-waiting.
We get to see way more of her trials and tribulations as Derek's assistant this episode, and her scenes were by far the highlight of the show.
Before we get to that breath of fresh air we have to plow through some other stuff, starting with Austin's humiliating meeting with the photographer and "celebrity stylist" responsible for last week's "Glamour Shots Gone Wrong" photo shoot. Austin just wants his photos, but the stylist wants to pontificate, point out Austin's body problem areas, and even suggest he should just give up modeling altogether.
We get to see way more of her trials and tribulations as Derek's assistant this episode, and her scenes were by far the highlight of the show.
Before we get to that breath of fresh air we have to plow through some other stuff, starting with Austin's humiliating meeting with the photographer and "celebrity stylist" responsible for last week's "Glamour Shots Gone Wrong" photo shoot. Austin just wants his photos, but the stylist wants to pontificate, point out Austin's body problem areas, and even suggest he should just give up modeling altogether.
- 11/2/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
The Other Evans is on the cover of the new Entertainment Weekly in his Captain America garb. Maybe it's just me, but for some reason I prefer his Human Torch costume. Out actor Douglas Spearman played Chance on Noah's Arc, and he's written a heartbreaking and inspiring letter to Joseph Jefferson, an African-American activist who committed suicide. Below you can see Kedollarsignha's "It Gets Better" video. It's a sweet and welcome message, but is it wrong that I kept expecting Autotune to kick in?
For everyone who's complaining that The A-List: New York is insubstantial and pandering, and wish Logo (our parent company) would air something more nutritious, Michael Musto has a reminder for you. Speaking of The A-List, yesterday i gave you Austin's bare ass, and below you can see Reichen in drag from next Monday's episode. Be afraid. Be very afraid.
Starz has announced that Spartacus: Gods Of The Arena will debut Friday,...
For everyone who's complaining that The A-List: New York is insubstantial and pandering, and wish Logo (our parent company) would air something more nutritious, Michael Musto has a reminder for you. Speaking of The A-List, yesterday i gave you Austin's bare ass, and below you can see Reichen in drag from next Monday's episode. Be afraid. Be very afraid.
Starz has announced that Spartacus: Gods Of The Arena will debut Friday,...
- 10/28/2010
- by snicks
- The Backlot
This week on A-List: New York, Rodiney and Reichen seek couples counseling, and Derek hosts a Pride party. Only the beautiful people are invited! Meanwhile, Austin stays true to form and shows his ass, thereby losing mentor Ryan and prompting T.J. to throw a total hissy fit.
Over on the completely separate Mike Ruiz Highbrow Gay Guy Show we meet proud Papa Ruiz and help a noble hat enthusiast who is struggling with incurable cancer.
The episode opens with Austin and Jake on Fire Island. This is supposedly their second excursion to the beach community, two weeks into Jake's visit, and after the events of last week. (The night out at Carnival, Austin's gym room meeting with Reichen, etc.)
However, in my unofficial capacity as Reality Show Continuity Detective, I note that Jake and Austin are wearing the exact same clothes they wore in last week's Fire Island scenes.
Over on the completely separate Mike Ruiz Highbrow Gay Guy Show we meet proud Papa Ruiz and help a noble hat enthusiast who is struggling with incurable cancer.
The episode opens with Austin and Jake on Fire Island. This is supposedly their second excursion to the beach community, two weeks into Jake's visit, and after the events of last week. (The night out at Carnival, Austin's gym room meeting with Reichen, etc.)
However, in my unofficial capacity as Reality Show Continuity Detective, I note that Jake and Austin are wearing the exact same clothes they wore in last week's Fire Island scenes.
- 10/26/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
I've figured out the best way to watch The A-List: New York: Drunk and with the sound off. That's certainly true for this episode, which suffers from largely incoherent storylines and a cast that likes to say "like" like three times in every sentence. And once you, like, take notice of that it, like, becomes really hard to, like, ignore it.
But it sure is a pretty cast, and if you tune out whatever ludicrous and borderline offensive thing they happen to be talking about, then you're free to simply enjoy the eye candy.
Next week I think I'm going to watch The A-List with the sound off... while listening to Pink Floyd's The Wall. That should be trippy.
But as for this week... the show opens on Austin taking a stretch limo and a bottle of Andre's Cold Duck to Kennedy Airport to pick up... his heretofore unheard of Scottish boyfriend Jake!
But it sure is a pretty cast, and if you tune out whatever ludicrous and borderline offensive thing they happen to be talking about, then you're free to simply enjoy the eye candy.
Next week I think I'm going to watch The A-List with the sound off... while listening to Pink Floyd's The Wall. That should be trippy.
But as for this week... the show opens on Austin taking a stretch limo and a bottle of Andre's Cold Duck to Kennedy Airport to pick up... his heretofore unheard of Scottish boyfriend Jake!
- 10/19/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
Greetings A-List fans. Also, a big howdy do to all you lookie-loos who can't seem to avert your eyes from this trainwreck of a show.
In this week's installment, Ryan celebrates his 30th birthday with botox injections and shirtless bartenders. Meanwhile, Austin tries to crash the Hamptons and cracks jokes about Reichen's manhood, thereby giving queen bee wannabe Derek the goods to rat him out.
Meanwhile, Rodiney strikes some dirty poses for Mike Ruiz, who seems like he's making a brief crossover guest appearance from some other, better show.
And Reichen cries to Mommy Lehmkuhl about the burdens of being ... Reichen.
Hard Help is Good to Find
Things kick off with Ryan planning for his 30th birthday celebration. He wants to make it a fundraiser for the Ali Forney Center, an organization that assists homeless Glbt youth. Ryan also wants shirtless bartenders and maybe a drag number. "You know, something really classy.
In this week's installment, Ryan celebrates his 30th birthday with botox injections and shirtless bartenders. Meanwhile, Austin tries to crash the Hamptons and cracks jokes about Reichen's manhood, thereby giving queen bee wannabe Derek the goods to rat him out.
Meanwhile, Rodiney strikes some dirty poses for Mike Ruiz, who seems like he's making a brief crossover guest appearance from some other, better show.
And Reichen cries to Mommy Lehmkuhl about the burdens of being ... Reichen.
Hard Help is Good to Find
Things kick off with Ryan planning for his 30th birthday celebration. He wants to make it a fundraiser for the Ali Forney Center, an organization that assists homeless Glbt youth. Ryan also wants shirtless bartenders and maybe a drag number. "You know, something really classy.
- 10/12/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
Last night, gay-focused cable channel Logo premiered its somewhat-anticipated reality series, The A-List: New York, a Real Housewives-esque look at the lives of five apparently important gay men in New York City. (It’s worth noting up front that A-List is produced by True Entertainment, the minds behind The Real Housewives of Atlanta, which celebrated its third-season premiere last night, too.) As you might expect, much of this first hour was spent introducing us to the men who make up the cast. Each got a little vignette where we learned who (and how bitchy) they are, what they do, who they’re dating,...
- 10/5/2010
- by Tanner Stransky
- EW.com - PopWatch
Words to live by from A-List: New York's opening credits:
"The A-List is a crowded room. If you don't have a pot to piss in you probably shouldn't be there."
Well guys, I'm not sure exactly what that means, but consider this recap your very own piss pot.
It's your entree into gay A-List society, where you get to hobnob vicariously with the richly ironic and the famously shallow. But take heart! There's a lot to laugh at, and a few guys on this show you're really going to like.
If you're truly one of the haters and can't appreciate bad reality television (Jersey Shore, Real Housewives, etc.) at all, then the A-List and this recap probably aren't for you.
But I happen to like trainwreck reality TV, and on that front A-List: New York delivers!
"Sorry sir, didn't notice your piss pot there. Right this way."
The first episode...
"The A-List is a crowded room. If you don't have a pot to piss in you probably shouldn't be there."
Well guys, I'm not sure exactly what that means, but consider this recap your very own piss pot.
It's your entree into gay A-List society, where you get to hobnob vicariously with the richly ironic and the famously shallow. But take heart! There's a lot to laugh at, and a few guys on this show you're really going to like.
If you're truly one of the haters and can't appreciate bad reality television (Jersey Shore, Real Housewives, etc.) at all, then the A-List and this recap probably aren't for you.
But I happen to like trainwreck reality TV, and on that front A-List: New York delivers!
"Sorry sir, didn't notice your piss pot there. Right this way."
The first episode...
- 10/5/2010
- by Dennis Ayers
- The Backlot
Logo’s The A-List: New York starts tonight and, despite what you may have heard, it is far from another Real Housewives clone. For example: way less bad plastic surgery, way more hot guys making out. In order to get you ready for the premiere, let us present you with the show’s top ten “guilty pleasure” moments, the ones that will make you embarrassed to admit how much you love The A-List…until you realize that everyone else secretly does too. 1. More chiseled abs than your eyeballs can handle: Best known as Lance Bass‘ ex and a former Amazing Race competitor, Reichen Lumkuhl cannot seem to keep his shirt on. And we ain’t complaining! Especially considering Reichen has what is commonly known in the medical community as a “24-pack.” When examining a photo he took for a fashion shoot, Reichen murmurs, “Your eyes go right to the nipples.
- 10/4/2010
- by Halle Kiefer
- VH1.com
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