Megan wants a Millionaire

VH1’s “Megan Wants a Millionaire.” Reality TV bombshell Megan Hauserman burst onto the scene with her drop-dead gorgeous looks and razor-sharp competitive spirit to become one of the hottest women on television. With her popularity skyrocketing, Hauserman is taking center stage with her own reality show, “Megan Wants a Millionaire,” which premieres on VH1 Sunday, August 2 at 9:00 PM

Tuning in on ToonFarm

With the popularity of the animated band, Gorillaz , and the recent announcement of a Cartoon Network/Andre Benjamin (Andre 3000 of Outkast) series, it seems like pop music and animation double teams are just what the kids are craving. And now, Warner Strategic Marketing and Headstart Ent. have announced that they’ve got the beat, having entered into an exclusive distribution agreement for the launch of Da Jammies .

A new direct-to-DVD animated series, Da Jammies aims to teach young viewers life lessons with a blend of hip-hop beats, kicking dance moves, the latest in fashion and ethnically diverse characters tweens can relate to. The show centers on two groups of kids, the well-to-do BattleBrats from the ‘burbs and inner city denizens Da Jammies. Both crews attend a performing arts school where they struggle to balance real-life issues with their dreams of making it as rappers and singers.

Toon Farm founders and music industry vets Aulsondro “Novelist” Hamilton and William “Dolla” Chapman II serve as co-exec producers, co-writers and co-stars on Da Jammies . “When William and I were growing up, there were television shows around us like Schoolhouse Rock and Fat Albert that taught strong values and positive lessons,” Hamilton notes. We want Da Jammies to be the hip new version of Schoolhouse Rock .“

The Return of Astro Boy

Set in futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Tenma (Nicolas Cage).  Powered by positive “blue” energy, Astro Boy (Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super strength, x-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly.

Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colorful characters along the way.  Through his adventures, he learns the joys and emotions of being human, and gains the strength to embrace his destiny.  Ultimately learning his friends and family are in danger, Astro Boy marshals his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it takes to be a hero.

THUNDER FROM DOWN UNDER

By Carol Ann Weber

Went to see the world famous male stripper show at the Excalibur, “Thunder from Down Under” the other night. Now mind you, I was one of the women standing in line at the very first Chippendale’s show in Los Angeles. Back then, the police believed it would be dangerous for women to get too excited watching gorgeous guys strip for them, so the night I was there, the cops burst into the show and stopped the guys from stripping, alleging it was illegal for women to touch them. Too funny. We have come a long way, baby, because now, male strip shows are a staple for most bachelorette parties. Through the showroom doors comes a parade of decorated brides-to-be with fake bridal veils and t-shirts with various exclamations of their status as about-to-be-married-but-going-to-party-before-the-wedding accompanied by their BFF’s.

All I can tell you is that, along with the hordes of other ladies and their parties, I left my usual reporter cool at the door. First, I was lucky enough to go backstage and have a brief conversation with one of the stars, Craig, who does an amazing number where he holds a handstand and slowly, slowly lowers himself on top of an audience member. OMG. These guys (most are really from Australia, two from New Zealand) have to work hard to stay in amazing shape. Part of Craig’s regular workout regime includes boxing training with a good friend of mine, world champion boxer Wayne McCullough. Wayne also trains another TFDU guy, Mattie, who, without a doubt, has the most perfect body I have ever laid eyes on. But all the guys are in amazing shape, and the boxing training certainly brings out the abs (and the shoulders, the pecs, the arms, the legs, and oh, the great derierres). Sorry, I got carried away for a moment. These guys have that effect on all the women who attend the show every night – it’s always sold out on weekends. As for me, I found myself letting go with squeals of delight, and waving my hands in the air like I just didn’t care! (Was that me standing up and begging one of the guys to come over to the table?)

Why is this show so popular? Well, besides the fact that it is a veritable eye-candy buffet, the show is the perfect combination of gyrating gorgeous male bodies and the sheer delight of being teased without the guys ever getting too sleazy. Sort of like adult family entertainment, if there is such a thing. They don’t take tips. They get up close and personal by kissing you, mostly on the cheek, and they hug and let you grope a little, but nothing too nasty.

Here’s the thing about women and male strip clubs. There’s really no dark, hidden, creepy agenda lurking in their souls. Girls just want to have fun. Throughout the evening, the entire room was filled with screeches, giggles, laughter, and, well, screaming almost all the way through the show. And then there was the orgasm contest. Absolutely hilarious. Like the “I’ll have what she’s having” scene from “When Harry Met Sally,” three audience members competed to execute their best 5-second fake orgasm. The girl that won should give lessons.

Thunder from Down Under is a sheer delight, and just plain fun from beginning to end. Oh dear, I think I’m feeling flushed….

No Paparazzi in the Afterlife Thank God

In Rex Torids world almost everyone goes through the pearly gates. This was a heavy two days with the death of three show biz icons. This is my way of venting and facing my own mortality. I hope I capture some of the essence and characteristics of these people that have given us so much joy. Some how as of late, I think God is a Great Promoter. Maybe the second coming is going to be one hell of a show. He has called back all of the best talent there ever was… Carson, Lennon, Elvis, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Sinatra, to name a few. You might hear the shout from high heaven as the clouds part: “Here we go…ONE MORE TIME!!!!!!!. and by the way, after the party if any one asks…be sure to pass on the  “Hot Tub” invitation.

Rex Torid

Lisa Glam talks with Colby O’Donis

Host Lisa Glam talks with Colby O’donis at the Palazzo Pool, for the Lili Claire Benefit!

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