'The Today Show' Looks Back at 2011

My favorite types of videos to watch online are the following: Cats, Slow-Motion and Bloopers. In no particular order. This morning, I was in luck!

The Today Show -- America's number one morning show -- debuted their year-in-review video; A 15-minute compilation of clips, highlights, goofs and laughs from the anchors and staff through 2011. Check it out:

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It sounds cheesy, but these highlight reels from Today Show always get me a little misty! Maybe it's because some of my friends work there, or because I've been watching the show every morning since I was little, but I always look forward to the look back. I particularly enjoyed the graphics this year!

Well done, Today.

10 'Saturday Night Live' Cast Members You Forgot Were On the Show

Tim Kazurinsky, Melanie Hutselll and Pamela Stephenson
Although some Saturday Night Live alumni move on to become a part of everyday pop culture -- like Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey and Chevy Chase -- some don't have the same level of recognition.

Many former SNL players have slipped into obscurity following their tenure, but some are actually so well known for other things we forget they got their start on the long-running comedy show.

TopOnlineColleges.com (random!) has put together a fun list of 10 people you forgot were part of Saturday Night Live's cast of players, whether they deserve to be forgotten or not! Read the full list here.

'America's Next Top Model' Final Runway Shows: From Best to Dreck!

Now that the first All-Stars cycle of America's Next Top Model has wrapped, it's time to look back at the final runway shows of all 17 cycles so far.

With some influence from fans on the ABlogAboutThings.com Facebook page here is my official list of the final face-offs ranked from awesome to awful.

Cycle 1 - New York City


In the premiere Cycle of ANTM Shannon and Adrianne went head-to-head in a show for Baby Phat during New York's Fashion Week. This is probably my favorite show of the series. Not because it is the most exciting, but because it is the most realistic to date. These girls were with the big-time models during Fashion Week for a major designer. There was no elaborate production or staged-for-TV bits; it was just a real-life fashion show. Watch it here


Cycle 4 - Cape Town, South Africa


Cycle 4's showdown between Naima and Kahlen was hot and sexy! The girls seemingly walked on water on a runway that was slightly submerged in a huge fountain. They modeled clothes and bathing suits and came through a waterfall during the final pass. The water may have been a bit of a gimmick, but the show was exciting and made it even more difficult to predict who would be named Top Model because they both looked so amazing! Watch it here

See Extra Photos from the 'ANTM All-Stars' Finale

Following last night's shocking disqualification/elimination/finale of America's Next Top Model All-Stars a few more photos from the final panel (winner revealed!) are now online.

Check 'em out over on Tumblr:


Have you recovered from the finale yet? Leave a comment!

The Winner of 'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Is...

After an season full of returning models, lots of drama, brand building and some silly Tyra Banks action we finally have the winner of the first season of America's Next Top Model All-Stars!

The finale came to three super strong and very unique girls -- Allison, Angelea and Lisa -- and they went head-to-head-to-head in a challenging runway (with water and flying!) to see who would take home the big prize. But as it turns out, one girl was disqualified after filming the results and the had to re-shoot the final panel and crown a new winner!

Keep reading to find out who is the winner of America's Next Top Model All-Stars after the jump...

Allison, Lisa and Angelea Face-Off in the 'ANTM All-Stars' Finale

Can you believe it? Next week is the finale of America's Next Top Model All-Stars and Allison, Angelea and Lisa are going head-to-head-to-head for the first-time title.

In the finale the final three girls will participate in the final photo shoot -- which may or may not be for Covergirl, not sure -- and a challenging runway finale that includes flying and modeling under water. Sheesh!

Check out some stills from the finale and the girls stunning beauty shots after the jump. Click to enlarge!

'America's Next Top Model' Episode 11 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the final four All-Stars have to write a fashion blog for Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia, Franca Sozzani and also get the opportunity to work with Tyra Banks on a motion editorial. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge Tyson Beckford and Tyra on the judges' panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

'SYTYCD' Alums Travis Wall and Nick Lazzarini to Star in Reality Show

Get excited, So You Think You Can Dance fans! Two of the show's biggest stars will be starring in their own reality show on Oxygen in 2012.


Travis Wall and Nick Lazzarini
Oxygen's new docu-series -- tentatively called All the Right Moves -- will feature Emmy nominated choreographer Travis Wall and his lifelong friends and roommates Nick Lazzarini (winner of SYTYCD season one), Teddy Forance (dancer/choreographer) and Kyle Robinson (recently featured on Dancing with the Stars).

Together the friends are joining forces in a bold and risky move to launch their own dance company, Shaping Sound. With their careers, reputations and friendships on the line, they will strive to change the world of dance forever and achieve their dreams of giving background dancers a chance in the spotlight.

There have been a lot of dance shows out there, like MTV's Dance Life -- featuring Lazzarini's SYTYCD rival Blake McGrath -- and several shows with choreographer Laurieann Gibson. Do you think All the Right Moves has what it takes to steal the spotlight? Leave a comment!

The Final Four Girls Battle It Out for a Spot in the 'ANTM All-Stars' Finale

There are no "best shots" in this week's episode of America's Next Top Model, because the All-Stars are working with Tyra Banks and Tyson Beckford on a motion editorial while in Greece.

Check out some still shots from the project as Angelea, Allison, Laura and Lisa battle it out for a spot in next week's finale of America's Next Top Model All-Stars. Click to enlarge!

Sophia Grace and Rosie Interview Katy Perry and Others on the AMAs Red Carpet

Internet stars Sophia Grace and Rosie -- who got famous for their Nicki Minaj "Super Bass" clip -- are getting more time in the spotlight.


The dynamic duo served as red carpet correspondents for The Ellen DeGeneres Show for last Sunday's American Music Awards, and interviewed stars like Taio Cruz, Julie Bowen, Lady Antebellum and Lil John (whom they assumed was Lil Wayne's brother).

The best was when Katy Perry pushed her way through the crowd to get to them. The girls freaked out (poor audio tech!) and even sang a clip of "Firework" for Katy. Too cute! Check it out:

Likes or Yikes? The Sexiest Man Alive, Stephenie Meyer Hates Twi-Hards and a Chat with Lauren Graham

iVillage.com's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel give their humorous opinions on what's buzzing in entertainment this week.


36 year old Bradley Cooper was named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2011. The Hangover Part 2 star was up against stiff competition from the likes of Ryan Gosling, Adam Levine and even Jason Segel -- but did he deserve the title?

The latest Twilight film Breaking Dawn Part 1 is in theaters now, but Twilight author Stephenie Meyer is in hot water after saying she hates the term "Twi-hard", which is the nickname for the series' super fans.

Plus, Pat and Jacki play a round of "likes or yikes?" with Lauren Graham and Jason Ritter from NBC's Parenthood and get their thoughts on those big Braverman dancer parties, acting alongside Sex and the City alum John Corbett and if there will ever be a Gilmore Girls move.

Chime in on the week's hottest entertainment stories with iVillage's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel at iVillage.com/LikesorYikes

'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Episode 10 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Stars find out they will be judged by each other during a challenge, where one of the All-Stars is confronted about her insecurities. The women also get some time off to enjoy Greece and its night life. Nigel Barker photographs the models re-creating ancient Olympic sports. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join J. Alexander and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

April and Andy Take a Road Trip on the New 'Parks and Rec' Web Series

Fans of NBC's Parks and Recreation know that Andy (Chris Pratt) and April (Aubrey Plaza) are normally getting into some kind of shenanigans. And now they're getting into said shenanigans on their own Web series.


In a recent episode of Parks and Rec we saw Andy share his bucket list with April, which inspiring the couple to take a road trip out west. Volkswagen will conveniently help bridge the on-air story to the online story as the two "borrowed" April’s dad's Passat and begin their adventure.

Watch as they battle spiders, scope out real estate opportunities, and visit the famous "Four Corners" (or, at least what Andy thinks is the Four Corners).

'It's a Brad, Brad World' Will Premiere on January 2, 2012 on Bravo

Fans of The Rachel Zoe Project who have been wondering, "Where's Brad?" and "who are those new guys?" finally have some answers! Bravo just announced that Zoe's former assistant-turned stylist Brad Goreski's new show It's a Brad, Brad World will premiere on Monday, January 2 at 10pm.


The series will follow Brad as he embarks on his own in the glimmering, cutthroat world of fashion styling. This docu-series will be an all-access pass into the life of the small-town Canadian kid who followed his dreams. While Brad obsesses with getting his clients red-carpet ready, he struggles to balance work and his home life with long-term boyfriend, Gary.

Here's Brad explaining the concept in his own words:


According to Bravo, Goreski's love affair with fashion began at age 12 when he picked up his first Vogue and became mesmerized by its pages. During summer breaks while attending the University of Southern California, Brad interned in the New York offices of Vogue and W magazines. After a chance meeting with stylist Rachel Zoe, Brad began working for her in 2008, until going out on his own in 2010. Since then, Brad’s life has attended the Academy Awards with Anne Hathaway, been photographed by Terry Richardson and made the cover of the Styles section of The New York Times.

Check out some additional photos of Brad Goreski and his boyfriend Gary Janetti from It's a Brad, Brad World.

Watch Bert and Ernie Record Their Voices for TomTom GPS [Sponsored]

Watch the famous Sesame Street duo Bert and Ernie during the recording of their GPS voice for TomTom.


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The Models Show Their Athletic Side on 'ANTM All-Stars'

Only five girls remain on America's Next Top Model All-Stars, with Lisa, Laura, Allison, Angelea and Dominique till in the competition. In the next episode the girls honor their abroad destination of Greece while Nigel Barker photographs them re-creating ancient Olympic sports.

Keep reading to see the photos and click to enlarge!

'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Episode 9 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Stars find out they are headed abroad to Greece and given the opportunity to collaborate with designer Michael Cinco on what could potentially be their final runway gown. At a photo shoot, one of the models is conflicted when they are asked to pose in underwear in a giant salad. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge photographer Nikos Papadopoulos and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

Opa! The All-Stars Go to Greece on 'America's Next Top Model'

In the newest episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Starsfind out they are headed abroad to Greece and given the opportunity to collaborate with designer Michael Cinco on what could potentially be their final runway gown. At a photo shoot, one of the models is conflicted when they are asked to pose in underwear in a giant Greek salad (what?)

Keep reading to see some photos from the episode (click to enlarge):

'America's Next Top Model All-Stars' Episode 8 Recap

In this week's episode of America's Next Top Model the All-Stars are given the most difficult challenge yet, as they are asked to write and sing a song about their lives, with a surprising twist. A few of the models struggle with the task and reach emotional breaking points. Once the song is complete, rapper Game steps in to direct the women in music videos based on their songs. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge rapper Game and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.

Keep reading for the recap and to see the panel order!

Likes or Yikes? Maya Rudolph on Babies, 'Bridesmaids 2' and 'Up All Night'

This week iVillage.com's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel give their humorous opinions on what's buzzing in entertainment.


This week Pat and Jacki talk with Saturday Night Live alumna Maya Rudolph!

Rudolph talks about her role as the over-the-top talk show host Ava on NBC's new hit comedy Up All Night (co-starring Christina Applegate and Will Arnett), the possibility of a Bridesmaids sequel, her thoughts on the success of Bridesmaids co-star Melissa McCarthy and what it's like being surrounded by babies all day both at work and at home.

Chime in on the week's hottest entertainment stories with iVillage's Pat Sandora and Jacki Garfinkel at iVillage.com/LikesorYikes