Friday, May 20, 2016

All Hail Cher, Queen of the Red Carpet Rebels


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Today, Cherforever glitter-slathered in the collective imagination of generations of her adoring fansturns 70. Eternally relevant, with an (excellent) and highly unfiltered Twitter feed often focused on the current political climate, Cher is still as unapologetic and trailblazing as when she first arrived on the scene. From the early 60s till now, the inky-tressed icon has been the ruler of outr reinventionthe fearless conquistador of sequins!and a red carpet supernova, whether its feathered and bare in Bob Mackie or hand in hand with Marc Jacobs at the 2015 Met Gala.

And really, there is hardly a trend in sight where Cher wasnt there firstfrom crystalized costumes to sky-high headgear, the star set the grounds for pop stars and celebrities today. Even before couples like Kim Kardashian and Kanye West made their bomber jackettrading, ensemble-twinning rounds for the paparazzi, Cher and her crooning partner Sonny Bono were basking in their retro glory while donning the same trippy checkered ensembles. Their usual accessories? Beaming smiles to go with their duets.

When it came to her solo style, Cher delved into more risqu territory. Call her the master of cutouts: The singer knew how to shock in a sliced-and-diced strapped gown whipped with sequins, even back in the early 70s. Look familiar? Kendall Jenner wore a similar incarnation at the Met Gala this past year. Another trend that Cher made her own was ditching her trousers, in an even more daring way than what we have seen on the likes of Rita Ora and Rihanna: Cher made the trouser-less look of a leotard with a cowboy hat pulled down on her face cool, easy, and natural. And that curve-slicked, tight bodysuit isnt just a Rihanna or Jennifer Lopez signature. It was, of course, Cher who stunned in a platinum blue unitard paired with (very Vetements) metallic pirate boots. On the androgynous front, Lady Gaga may make a mean Elvis impersonator, but the singer has nothing on Chers riff on the Kings pompadour and biker jacket, which she wore with all the funk in the world in 2002 at the age of 56.

As for Chers crowning moment, shes the hands-down master of the extravagant headpiece, twice turning up in a Cleopatra-inspired glitz-dripping topper, as well as that unforgettable festival of spikes-meet-feathers on top of her head to go with her almost-n***d Bob Mackie gown at the 1986 Oscars. But Cher can pare it back, too: Her 1972 bejeweled Frida Kahlotype crown was fit for a queen. A queen named Cher.

Here, see the trends that Cher fearlessly wore years ago, and follow their influence to today.

Source: http://www.vogue.com/13438292/cher-turns-70-style-evolution/

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Christina Milian is almost unrecognizable with new fringe and short hairdo


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She"s normally the queen of the red carpet.

But Christina Milian was almost unrecognisable as she skipped the glamour at LAX in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

The 34-year-old sported new bangs and a bob haircut, which was perhaps a wig, as she strolled through her terminal.

What happened to your beautiful hair?Christina Milian was almost unrecognisable as she skipped the glamour at LAX in Los Angeles on Wednesday

The singer and actress went make-up free for the trip as she covered her face with dark sunglasses.

Completing her attire were baggy sweat pants, a very loose fitting long sleeve top, and trainers.

The singer and actress recently starred on the Fox show, Grandfathered.

Wigging out?The 34-year-old sported new bangs and a bob haircut, which was perhaps a wig, as she strolled through her terminal

The half-hour comedy centered around bachelor and restaurant owner Jimmy, who finds out that he is both a dad and grandfather.

Christina played Vanessa, whose daughter Edie is the granddaughter of John Stamos" character Jimmy Martino.

Just a casual day:Completing her attire were baggy sweat pants, a very loose fitting long sleeve top, and trainers

Next up, Christina is set to star in the TV movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

The film stars a slew of additional talent, including Victoria Justice, Tim Curry (who was also in the original version), and Adam Lambert to name a few.

Christina will play Magenta - A Domestic, a role made famous by Patricia Quinn in 1975.

Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-3597877/Christina-Milian-unrecognizable-new-fringe-short-hairdo-goes-make-free-airport.html

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Sara Ramirez to Exit "Grey"s Anatomy" After 10 Seasons


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She came into our lives dancing it out in her underwear as orthopedic resident Callie, creator Shonda Rhimes says in send-off Published 8:29pm, Thursday, May 19, 2016

Sara Ramirez to Exit Greys Anatomy After 10 Seasons

Sara Ramirez is hanging up her lab coat on Greys Anatomy.

It was revealed onThursdays season finale that Ramirez, who plays orthopedic surgeon Dr. Callie Torres on ABCs medical drama, is exiting the series after 10 years.

Im deeply grateful to have spent the last 10 years with my family at Greys Anatomy and ABC but for now Im taking some welcome time off, Ramirez wrote in a statement. Shondas been so incredible to work for and we will definitely continue our conversations, she added in reference to series creator Shonda Rhimes.

Dr. Callie Torres came into our lives dancing it out in her underwear almost a decade ago and I could not be happier or more proud of her journey, Rhimes wrote. Sara Ramirezs performance inspired me as well as millions of fans each week. We wish her the best on her well-deserved time off.

Ramirez, a Mexico-born singer and actor, rose to prominence more than a decade ago, playing the Lady of the Lake in the original Broadway production of Spamalot.

With an unusually long tenure for a network drama, Greys remains a linchpin of the ABC schedule. This week it was renewed for Season 13, making it one of the longest-running scripted dramas in TV history.

Read original story Sara Ramirez to Exit Greys Anatomy After 10 Seasons At TheWrap

Source: http://www.chron.com/entertainment/the-wrap/article/Sara-Ramirez-to-Exit-Grey-s-Anatomy-After-7769483.php

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Why Kevin Love"s comparison of LeBron James and Kyrie Irving to former USC RBs LenDale White and Reggie Bush ...


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CLEVELAND, Ohio Following Game 1 of the 2016 Eastern Conference Finals, Cavaliers forward Kevin Love had an interesting comparison for his teammates LeBron James and Kyrie Irving.

He told reporters after the Cavs" 115-84 win that he felt the duo of James and Irving resembled the potent USC running back tandem of LenDale White and Reggie Bush.

When asked after the game, neither James nor Irving had a good answer to give. They might not have liked that comparison, but those that remember the explosive running attack of Thunder and Lightning from USC can make some comparisons between them even though they play different sports.

At USC, White was the power back and Bush was the game-breaker, making explosive plays on the perimeter.

In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, James did the bulk of his work inside the restricted area and Irving befuddled Toronto"s defenders with an array of dribble moves and creative finishes around the basket.

That"s not to say James can"t do that. But his role most of this postseason has been in the post with Irving creating on the outside.

Sounds just like a Thunder and Lightning combo.

At USC in 2005, the year that Bush won, and eventually surrendered, the Heisman trophy, he averaged 8.7 yards per carry, rushing for 1,740 yards and 16 touchdowns.

White rushed for 1,302 yards and 24 touchdowns for the Trojans.

Although those records were vacated due to NCAA violations, there"s no doubt White and Bush were one of the better running back duos in recent memory.

Getting back to basketball, there may be some merit to Love"s comparison.

James, in Game 1, missed just one shot in the restricted area and only took one shot outside of the restricted area.

Irving was 6-for-8 in the restricted area, but was also 5-for-9 from everywhere else on the floor. He hit a couple of mid-range jumpers as well as a 3-pointer. But he also had some nice drives to the basket as well.

Love"s unique comparison may have caught James and Irving off guard. But based on how they played in Game 1, there is some merit to it.

Source: http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2016/05/why_kevin_loves_comparison_of.html

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Trump scores NRA backing and attacks "Heartless Hillary"


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The Second Amendment is on the ballot in November, Trump told the more than 7,000 NRA members gathered here for an annual meeting. I will never let you down. I will protect our Second Amendment. I will protect our country.

"If your preferred candidate dropped out of the race, its time to get over it," NRA leader says.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. Despite his past support for gun control, Donald Trump scored the powerful endorsement of the National Rifle Association on Friday and turned immediately to launch a new attack line on his Democratic opponent.

Dubbing her "Heartless Hillary" Clinton, Trump and the NRAs leaders cast the 2016 election in stark terms as a referendum on the likely Democratic nominee that carries long-lasting implications for gun enthusiasts nationwide.

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The Second Amendment is on the ballot in November, Trump told the more than 7,000 NRA members who paid to attend his speech, roughly 10 percent of the 70,000 activists in town for the groups annual meeting. I will never let you down. I will protect our Second Amendment. I will protect our country.

Showcasing his knack for nicknames and speaking in his characteristic vernacular, Trump drew hearty applause and two standing ovations during a speech that focused as much on a broad commitment to restoring the countrys strength as it did on guns and self-defense.

Trump emphasized his commitment to secure the border, a strong military and tougher crime laws. The 30-minute speech amounted to Trumps hardest hitting and most extensive broadsides against Clinton since he secured the GOP nomination earlier this month, portraying his likely general election opponent as weak in all the areas where he is strong.

Hillary Clinton will release violent criminals from jail and put innocent Americans at risk, Trump said. Im going to put criminals behind bars and guarantee that law-abiding Americans have the right to self-defense.

Speaking in broad terms about safety, Trump referenced Wednesday evenings disappearance of an Egyptian airliner and the advent of the terrorist group known as ISIS or ISIL.

Ive been looking at airplanes getting blown up in the air, its just not the same, Trump mused. Were going to bring it back to a real place where we dont have to be afraid.

Paris, Trump continued, is probably the toughest place in the world to have a gun, as he attributed last years ISIL-coordinated terror attack there to the countrys strict gun control laws. If you would have had guns on the other side, Trump said, there wouldnt have been 130 people killed.

Beginning to read his prepared remarks from a teleprompter, Trump accused Clinton of having bad judgment and criticized her for saying the Supreme Court is wrong on the Second Amendment.

But he glossed over his own past support for gun control laws. So, too, did the NRAs leaders, who set the stage for the presumptive GOP nominee by casting the 2016 election as a referendum on Clinton, whose election would lead to a dark future in which gun owners find their names on a national registration list and witness the gradual erosion of their Second Amendment rights.

If she gets just one Supreme Court nomination, you can kiss your guns goodbye, said CEO Wayne LaPierre, who promised NRA members would impact the election and make our country great again.

Chris c*x, the NRAs executive director, also urged the groups members Friday to back Trump, despite his past transgressions on gun issues, in order to prevent a Clinton presidency.

If we dont show up at the polls in force this November, we will witness the end...the end of individual freedom in this country, c*x said. Thats not hyperbole. Its the truth. But first, weve got to get together. It"s time to unite. If your preferred candidate dropped out of the race, its time to get over it.

The focus on demonizing Clinton, not just by LaPierre and c*x but by Trump himself, gave a sense that NRA members and perhaps conservatives more broadly are likely to be motivated this fall by their antipathy toward her, which in many cases is stronger than their positive feelings about Trump.

On the issue of guns, Trump is continuing to rely on his two sons to allay any existing anxieties about his absolute commitment to the NRAs agenda. He began his remarks Friday by noting how much they know about guns and how many guns they own. Next week, Donald Trump, Jr., is scheduled to appear with c*x at an NRA roundtable discussion in Washington with members of Congress to discuss issues affecting sportsmen.

When Trump addressed this same group last year, roughly a month before launching his campaign, he spoke for about eight minutesincluding bringing his sons and a daughter-in-law on stage and explaining, they know more about rifles, they know more about shooting. Beyond a few declarations of I love the Second Amendment, he focused on the tremendously horrible, inconceivable Iran deal and jobs moving to China and Mexico.

Trump didnt always love the NRA. In his 2000 book The America We Deserve, he knocked Republicans who walk the NRA line and refuse even limited restrictions, and said that while he generally opposes gun control, there should be a ban on assault weapons and a longer waiting period.

Following the Newtown school shooting in December 2013, Trump tweeted that President Obamas speech, in which he called for action on gun control, spoke for me and every American.

That was all gone by last summer. Trump told NBC in July that any steps to make buying guns harder starts on the slippery slope, where all of a sudden you are going to violate the Second Amendment. He released his full gun policy platform in September, he rejected any new bans on categories of guns and scoffed at further expanding background checks. Instead, he called for harsher punishments for people who commit violent crimes and fixing the mental health system. Trump also called for expanding gun rights, including making concealed carry permits valid nationwide and allowing guns on military bases and recruiting centers.

Were getting rid of gun-free zones, Trump said again Friday.

Clinton took aim at Trumps toughening position on guns in a tweet last week, pointing to his January declaration in Vermont that he will get rid of gun free zones on school campuses and military bases, promising immediate action.

"My first day, it gets signed, okay? he said. My first day. There"s no more gun-free zones."

As eager as Democrats are to draw a contrast between Clinton and Trump, who they believe is cynically playing on peoples fears, they couldnt resist pointing out the Republicans reversals.

We all know that Donald Trump in the past has been open to some reasonable measures, said Tom Mauser, whose son died in the 1999 Columbine shooting, during a conference call Friday organized by gun control advocates. This is one place where he cannot stray. He has to worship at the altar of the NRA on these issues.

Trumps speech was an effort to reassure gun owners that, whatever their concerns about his past trespasses on their signature issue, that he will be a far better advocate for them and do more to ensure the countrys safety and security than the likely Democratic nominee.

The Second Amendment is important but its not the only issue, said Jim Renner, an NRA member from Eaton, Ohio. I think most people realize its either Trump or whoever wins the Democratic primary, and that thats not really an option.

Many of the activists here who support Trump are more enthusiastic about the opportunity to send a message by electing a political outsider than they are motivated by his position on the Second Amendment or any other singular issue.

Im so sick of the same old, same old in Washington, people who are all in bed with each other and not doing anything for the people of this country, said Katherine Bricking, 53, a nurse from Louisville and a registered Democrat. My whole family are registered Democrats, including my mother who voted for Obama. And this time were all voting for Trump.

But those activists for whom the Second Amendment remains an essential litmus test are skeptical about Trump"s recent conversion to the conservative orthodoxy on guns.

If it were Ted Cruz talking passionately about the Second Amendment, I would be up on my feet because I believe him, said Laura Carno, an NRA member and conservative activist from Colorado Springs who was instrumental in mounting a successful 2013 recall election against Democratic state lawmakers who passed tougher gun control measures.

Im just not sure I believe Trump given all of his flip-flops on this issue. I look forward to him trying to earn my vote, but its an uphill climb. If the election were today, I would probably be bubbling in the circle for Gary Johnson.

Sarah Wheaton contributed to this report.

Source: http://www.politico.com/story/2016/05/donald-trump-nra-guns-223426

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Christina Milian on Eating Fish and Trying to Unwind


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Ever wonder what the singer of a hit song from the aughts is up to these days? We frequently do. Turns out Christina Milian, whose club jam Dip It Low can still move a room, is all over your TV: She was on the just-canceled comedy Grandfathered alongside 90s royalty John Stamos, and she has her own reality show. We talked to the star, who"s known for that music video where she gets what looks like toxic sludge poured on her (it was body latex), about her views on wellness.

How I start my mornings: I"ll have an egg-white omelet with some spinach and some peas, or tomatoes, or salsa. I try not to mix everything with juice because of all the excess sugar, so I"m going to enjoy some cheese.I mean, I love good old classic American cheese. I love any cheese. I"m a cheese lover.

What wellness means to me:Taking care of yourself inside and out. I think it"s happiness. You need to keep a good attitude and have a positive way of challenging yourself to be better. There"s fitness and health, of course, too, but at the end of the day, just always try to better yourself.

How I like to work out:I"m an outdoorsy person, but right now since it"s so cold over here [Toronto], I"ll just do about 20 or 30 minutes on the treadmill a little bit of speed-walking or running. I used to have the TV on, but now I"ll listen to music. I"ll listen to likeDrake or Future orBeyoncorRihanna. I can do situps and squats.

How wellness has changed for me:I"m apescetarianright now, but I"m off and on. I just started in January and it"s new for me. The only thing was that I found myself eating more carbs. I had to find a balance because I wasn"t getting as full [as I was] from red meat. I love pork. My family, they get it. My sister has done it before, and she"s done it for two years. I"ve actually tried to challenge them to do it. Exposure to information helps create the change toward being well. I do my own research and get information from friends.

How my approach to wellness and beauty has changed over time:It"s about finding newer and better ways to take better care of the things that are growing out of my body, from nails to hair. For example, I might switch from acrylic to gel. Then it"s like, I"m going to try and take biotin and not dye my hair as often. I consider wigsnow, too, because that way your hair can grow out naturally, without having to worry about any breakage. Brushing your hair more often and massaging your scalp those are other kinds of things that I do. It"s kind of basic but I"m trying to shampoo my hair less often, and with nothing that has all the parabens. Once in a blue moon I"ll do a coconut oil treatment.

My biggest wellness struggle:Maybe keeping up, with things such as the differences of eating organic and not. But I"m paying more attention to it now.

How I unwind before bed:I don"t really. I feel like I never unwind. Usually I"m on my phone right until I go to bed and will check some emails. I"d love to say it"s wine, but wine is not always the best thing to sleep on. Maybe a hot bath?

I always go on Instagram or Facebook or else I"ll just take a really, really hot shower. But I feel like those things kind of keep you up later. Usually, I just take a really hot shower, get in my bed, and allow my body to fall asleep.Whole Foods has this, like, scoopable do-it-yourself bath soap, but I don"t really have a particular one. I like lavender.

My wellness shortcut: I don"t think there is a shortcut for anything. If there is anything, maybe drinking lots of water. Even for trimming down, I think the biggest shortcut is hydration.I have never counted but I always have bottles of water around. I always have bottles by my bed or in my car so it"s never an issue. At least the option is there to drink water.

How I like to eat when I"m alone: I like everything. I wouldn"t even say chips it"s more like tuna fish on toast. I"ll make myself a little tuna melt and if I"m really going for it, I"ll get dill chips or something.

My wellness advice: I"ve always said, "I can"t ever see myself being vegetarian or pescetarian, but then I realized, "Okay, well, it"s a challenge that I could probably take and is worth it." After you challenge yourself once, it becomes a lot easier to challenge yourself to not do other things.

This interview has been condensed and edited.

Source: http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/05/christina-milian-workout-routine-diet.html

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Marques Bolden picks Duke over Kentucky


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Many college basketball fans may have already shifted their focus towards the class of 2017, but one player who should affect the national title race this season revealed his college decision on Thursday. Marques Bolden, the top center in the class of 2016, announced in a ceremony at his high school that he will sign with Duke.

He chose the Blue Devils over finalists Kentucky and TCU after reportedly arriving to the announcement in a purple Horned Frogs T-shirt.

Weve waited a long, long time for Boldens decision. There was speculation it would come in time for the early signing period in November, and after that passed he talked about deciding in December or January. Instead, he waited until after the conclusion of his senior season at DeSoto (Tex.) High.

Bolden released a list of eight schools (Alabama, Baylor, Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, TCU, Wake Forest) last August, and in March a report from the Dallas Morning News said he had narrowed it down to three schools (the Blue Devils, Wildcats and Horned Frogs). However, Duke and Kentucky were considered the clear favorites entering Thursday.

Less than two weeks before Bolden unveiled his choice, Kentucky coach John Calipari seemingly attempted to undermine Dukes recruiting pitch in a blog post on his website. Calipari also posted videos of himself exercising late last month that were interpreted in some circles as a possible attempt to sway prospects considering Kentucky.

Whether or not those tactics influenced Bolden, he ultimately wasn"t sold on the Wildcats.

The 6"10", 254-pound Bolden is renowned for his rebounding and post-scoring ability. He averaged 23.4 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game this season, according to the Morning News. The latest version of the Recruiting Services Consensus Index, a composite ranking that incorporates several services, pegs Bolden No. 21 in the class of 2016.

Bolden has become one of the nation"s elite centers, Boldens Scout.com analysis notes. He"s strong, athletic, scores with his back to the basket and strikes an imposing figure on defense as well. He"s both productive and has the room to expand his game even more, placing him ahead of he frontcourt field.

Bolden participated in both the McDonalds All-American Game and the Nike Hoop Summit last month.

Boldens decision cements Dukes status as the preseason favorite to win the national championship. SI.com ranked the Blue Devils No. 1 in its way-too-early top 25 in April because of their combination of returning talent and a strong incoming recruiting class. Bolden makes the latter even stronger.

In addition to Bolden, Duke will bring in four prospects ranked in the top 10 nationally by Scout.compower forwards Harry Giles and Javin DeLaurier, point guard Frank Jackson and small forward Jayson Tatumplus Australian wing Jack White. With Bolden in the fold, Duke finishes this recruiting cycle with the top class in the country.

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That group alone would make the Blue Devils a top ACC contender. But they also bring back three skilled perimeter players in Grayson Allen, Matt Jones and Luke Kennard, plus big man Amile Jefferson. Far from a rebuilding year after losing the potential No. 1 pick in the draft, Brandon Ingram, Duke should be even better in 201617 than the Sweet 16 that took the court this year.

Bolden will join Giles, Jefferson and sophomore Chase Jeter to form one of the nation"s top frontcourts.

The on-court implications of Boldens decision are clear, but another source of intrigue is its impact on the Blue Devils and Wildcats intense competition for top-notch talent across the country. Duke won this battle, but you can expect at least a few more between the two programs in the next recruiting cycle

Source: http://www.si.com/college-basketball/2016/04/17/marques-bolden-duke-kentucky-announcement

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