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Brooke Shields to guest judge

Brooke Shields is set to come between the designers and the winning design on BravoTV’s Project Runway this week (Aug 13).

The Lipstick Jungle star will guest judge tonight’s competition in which the designers are asked to create stylish fashions for today’s working woman.

Ms. Shields has come a long way since her days as a Calvin Klein jeans model. High kick!

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The show airs at 9 p.m. on Bravo TV

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“I WANT TO WORK FOR DIDDY” - Oh my…

Right off the bat I have to say I’ve only seen the previews for the upcoming series, but Oh my… Why in the world would anyone ever want to go through this sort public test to work for Diddy? For those of us not in the know - his name transformations are worthy of a show of their own - Puff Diddy - Sean P Diddy Combs - P Diddy - and now just Diddy.

The show that first aired on Monday (Aug 4), featured 13 “hungry” applicants competing for the “job of a lifetime.” VH1 says the contestants will “be challenged emotionally, physically and mentally to earn the privilege of doing Diddy’s bidding, and just one lucky person will get the chance to call him - My Boss.”

Surely P Diddy has the connections to help anyone get ahead but if you have to compete in challenges that include “The Art of Multitasking” to “No Bitchassness Allowed,” all while being filmed… I might think again.

“I want to work for Diddy airs” on VH1 on Monday nights at 9:00 p.m.

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Kathy Griffin and Dan Qualye have something in comon

Yes it’s ture - Kathy Griffin and Dan Qualye have something in common - and no it isn’t politics

Kathy Griffin star power must have pulled her well past the D list if “Dancing with the Stars” is dancing a path to her door.

In a move that may have forced the prime-time series to go to a time delay producers for “Dancing With The Star”s allegedly asked Kathy Griffin to join the cast for the upcoming season… In an interview with TV’s Extra she said “I have a hard offer for Dancing with the Stars.” She says she refused the offer as “I can’t even touch my toes!”

In a related story, Dan Quayle has also passed on the offer to appear on the show - fearing???

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Simon Cowell named Biggest Villain in Reality TV poll

AOL recently asked readers of its Web site to vote for the the best and worst in reality TV. So, after more than 1,300,000 votes - here are the some of the results.

In the category of “Biggest Villain,” Simon Cowell walked away with nearly 40% of the votes cast. No surprises here.

“Best Reality Show” top honors went to Fox’s “American Idol 3” followed by “Dancing with the Stars in a close second garnering 32% of the votes cast.

Worst Reality Show honors went to “Flavor of Love 3.” “A Shot At Love With Tila Tequila 2” came in second - the show’s star also earned the top spot of “Skankiest Star.” Perhaps “Star” could have been left out of the title.

Other categories included “Biggest Trainwreck” with top honors going to The Hogans of “Hogan Knows Best” and the “Star You’d Hate to Be Stuck on an Elevator With” with Omarosa taking more than 44% of the votes cast.

The list of categories goes on and on if you’d like you read it you can find it at the link below… The real question remains - Do you agree with the voters or who would you vote for if you could?

link: http://television.aol.com/feature/reality-tv-awards

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Reality TV Oops - Winner accidently revealed

First it was BravoTV’s “Top Chef” and now it’s happened on the Food Network. The winner of the “Next Food Network Star’ has been revealed before the show has aired. The finale show is scheduled to air tonight (Jul 27) @ 10 p.m. on the Food Network.

On Thursday, a reader on sidedish.dmagazine.com pointed out the error to fellow readers. The revealing tidbits including the exit interviews for the two ousted stars along with the winner’s thoughts were removed by the Food Network techie.

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Lisa Krueger, Manager of Public Relations for Next Food Network Star responded to the Web site with the following statement:

“FoodNetwork.com experienced technical difficulties last night. As our viewers have seen on The Next Food Network Star this season, many twists and turns have taken place during the show. We encourage all to tune in on Sunday at 10pm to see who will be the Next Food Network Star.”

The three finalists, Aaron McCargo Jr, Adam Gertler and Lisa Garza each advanced to the finale in a ” Next Food Network Star” first.

Any guesses on who might have won?

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“It just looks like a handi-wipe gone wrong” - Project Runway update

The first episode was full of all things that have made the “Project Runway” such a reality TV hit including the one-liners from Michael Kors. While his fashions often end up on the racks at TJ Maxx, his quips and quotes are one of the highlights of the show.

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Tonight’s quote was one of my faves; “It just looks like a handi-wipe gone wrong.” Out of context… not so funny… but imagine a dress being paraded down the catwalk that is made of something that looks like a paper towel and you get the picture.

Did anyone else love that Austin Scarlet was a Judge… he was soooo toned down though… a little disappointing.

Do you have a Runway Fave moment or designer for this season… share ‘em here!

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Project Runway = Fierce Fabulous Fun! Season 5 Update

Fierce, Fabulous and fun pretty much sum up the style and sass of last season’s winner, Christian Siriano. But, will season 5 of “Project Runway” have another Christian - or perhaps another Santion like character?

Well, if the bios for the 16 contestants are any indication… YES! Just take a look at the three Ohio Natives(okay.. one’s a transplant but we will take credit where we can!).

First up - Kelli, 27 - Columbus, Ohio

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Attended The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise Her Favorite designers are Thierry Mugler, Yohji Yamamoto and Betsey Johnson Her fashion item you’ve just got to have… A party dress.

Growing up in Columbus, Ohio, Kelli turned to retail at the age of 15 as a form of escapism and to create a unique look all her own. She fought her way through adversity, receiving a full scholarship from Bob Mackie at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise in Los Angeles. Once there, she was accepted into the Advanced Design Program where she was able to design and show a small collection in 2006. Kelly went on to design a guitar for Kevan Hall during Los Angeles Fashion Week and just recently started her own empire, Black Market - a cutting edge boutique in her hometown.
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And then there is.. Suede,37 from Seven Hills, Ohio

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Went to school at Kent State University. HIs designer muses include: Jean-Paul Gaultier, Christian Lacroix, and Christian Dior - His must have… Great hoodie is he really 37?

Suede started his fashion career as an intern at Geoffrey Beene and decided to pursue a career in sportswear. He has launched denim-based collections, but has a passion for couture, eveningwear and specialty apparel. Suede believes that this wide variety of style makes him a multi-talented designer. He describes himself as edgy, captivating, and alternative. Madonna has been his biggest fashion influence — he finds that her ability to explore so many styles and cultures is a great inspiration. He thinks that layering, experimenting, and leaving things to the imagination are all fashion musts.
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Finally, there is Terri, 39

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She calls Chicago her hometown but is currently living in the Buckeye state. Her fashion inspirations include Jean-Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld and Cristobal Balenciaga. Her fashion gotta have its include Low-waist, bell-cut black pants.

Terri is as a freelance stylist and designer from Chicago. She has worked as an assistant designer to Barbara Bates, a stylist and merchandiser for Nordstrom and a regional visual manager for Levi’s. This Midwestern girl has determination - while attending Columbia College, she started her own fashion organization where any student could display and debut his/her designs in competitions, exhibitions and at an annual fashion show. She is currently working as a Victoria’s Secret visual manager and would like to break out with her own designs. She has eclectic and funky styles that complement her own unique personality. Karl Lagerfeld is Terri’s biggest fashion inspiration
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Here’s a preview for Wednesday’s show….

I don’t know about you but I’m hoping for a season full of Fierce Fabulous Fun! Show will air Wednesdays for its last run on Bravo at 9 p.m. EST

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