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August 9th, 2007
ABC Receives Points For Being Gay Friendly
A recent article in Yahoo! highlights ABC as primetime’s most gay friendly network for its strides toward gay and lesbian visibility. And though they mention the Isaiah Washington’s dismissal, they make it clear that GLAAD does not count that as a plus:
More recently, producers of the ABC hit medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy” fired actor Isaiah Washington from the show in June after he reportedly made an anti-gay slur during a heated argument on the set with other cast members.
But GLAAD spokesman Damon Romine said ABC received no extra points for Washington’s dismissal.
“This is all about representations on the screen,” he said. “Our overall concern is increasing the inclusivity of the networks and having our lives be more visible.”
I’m glad, at least, that ABC isn’t getting brownie points for firing Isaiah, but congratulations to ABC on the rest.
Via | Yahoo!
August 9th, 2007
Ellen Pompeo Talks About Young Celebs
In an interview with the Los Angeles Confidential Magazine, Ellen Pompeo discusses her views on celebrities “who are rich and famous for nothing.”
“We’re so focused on the wrong things. We’re teaching young girls that this is what they should be focusing on: rich and famous girls who are rich and famous for nothing.”
In an apparent reference to coverage of Paris Hilton and her ilk, Pompeo says: “What are we doing to this younger generation? It’s not very responsible.”
Pompeo, who plays Dr. Meredith Grey on ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” also calls the media “irresponsible” for ongoing speculation that she has an eating disorder.
“I just worry about the girls who look up to me — I don’t want them to think I starve myself or don’t eat, and that to be like me that’s what they have to do,” explains the actress, who says she is naturally slender.
The article will be hitting newsstands on August 15th!
Via | TV News Info
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August 9th, 2007
Katherine Heigl Sports Her Valentino
Katherine Heigl looking glamorous and movie-star-like with her Valentino Pintucked Shopper handbag. I know nothing about designer handbags, but I think she looks great.
August 9th, 2007
Kate Walsh Moves Out
Here’s Kate Walsh looking amazingly fabulous during her move-out-move-in day. Ah, movers. God bless them.
Via | The Queer of All Media
August 7th, 2007
T.R. Knight to Attend Democratic Presidential Candidates’ Forum
Thursday night in Hollywood is the Democratic Presidential Candidates’ forum, which will include candidates Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, John Edwards, Dennis Kucinich, Mike Gravel, and Bill Richardson. But aside from political icons, Hollywood celebs will also be attending, such as our beloved T.R. Knight.
If you’re interested in watching, the event will be televised by Logo, who is co-producing the event alongside the Human Rights Campaign.
Should be really interesting.
Via | E! Online
August 7th, 2007
Patrick Dempsey Goes Grocery Shopping
Poor McDreamy. The Paps won’t leave him alone anywhere he goes. Here he is, looking sexy as always, putting some groceries into his car.
Via | Flickr
August 1st, 2007
Edward Hermann to Guest Star in Grey’s Anatomy
Edward Hermann, he of Gilmore Girls fame, will be guest starring in an upcoming three episode arc next sesason, where he’ll be playing a doctor.
Wonder if he’ll still get to wear those cute bow ties and read the newspaper a lot?
Anyone else really going to miss Gilmore Girls? I’m excited that he’s going to appear in Grey’s. They should throw Lauren Graham into the mix, too. She’d make a fun patient.
Via | Gilmore Girls News
August 1st, 2007
Chandra Wilson and Folgers Team Up With Habitat For Humanity
Chandra Wilson and her three children are starring in a new Folgers Gourmet Selections commercial. They are partnering with the Greater Los Angeles chapter of Habitat for Humanity with the hopes of raising up to $150,000 to help families in need.
Starting today, consumers visiting wakeupspecial.com are encouraged to create their own Folgers Gourmet Selections commercial about what makes their morning special. The commercials are simple to create and can be completed in four easy steps online. Each time someone submits a commercial or votes on their favorite submission, Folgers Gourmet Selections will make a $1 donation to Habitat for Humanity up to $150,000. Consumers will be able to share their commercials with friends and family members and encourage their participation. P&G Coffee has already pledged $150,000 to Habitat for Humanity New Orleans and hopes to raise an additional $150,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles through wakeupspecial.com for a total contribution of $300,000.
You can watch Chandra’s commercial at www.wakeupspecial.com and find more information about getting involved in the project.
July 31st, 2007
Katherine Heigl Gets A Christmas Wedding
Well, it looks like Katherine Heigl and her fiance, Josh Kelley, will indeed be getting married in their ranch in Utah. The wedding is set for Christmas-time, and will include a tribute to Katherine’s brother Jason, who died of brain injuries inflicted during a car crash back in 1986.
I’m sure it will be beautilful. 
Via | Celebsource
July 31st, 2007
Ben Vereen to Guest Star in Grey’s Anatomy Season 4
Tony Award-winner Ben Vareen will be guest starring as a patient at Seattle Grace in the second episode of the next season of Grey’s Anatomy.
“I was exposed to a fire in my apartment and I come in as a burn victim…I’m a wise, old guy who is the neighbor of a family he’s adopted who has a terrible misfortune,” said Vereen, who is currently signed for one episode on the ABC medical drama but who would be willing to do more.
For you Broadway fans out there, you might recognize Ben Vereen from such shows as Wicked, Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chicago, and many more. Can’t wait to see him on Grey’s.
I wonder if he’ll get to sing?
