Media Mondays

It's kind of awesome to see the shows that were taped on Stage 8 on the Fox lot.

How was your weekend?  I hit a screening of the animated film Epic on the Fox lot as a follow-up to the article I did for SheKnows and I had fun on the red carpet with a lot of familiar faces from SYTYCD and DWTS at last night's Shaping Sounds performance. That article will be out later this week.

In the meantime, here are my media appearances from last week.

AfterBuzz TV DWTS:  I cannot believe we are here: finale week. I'm going to miss my weekly chats with Anna, Suri, and Jake, but we will be back next fall. (Although I do hope Anna is back on the show as a pro!)  See our interview with Henry Bylalikov here.

AfterBuzz TV SYTYCD:  Jake and Chloe West join AJ Gibson and I for our first week on SYTYCD. It's weird doing both shows at once. If you missed last week's show, you can watch it below. We will be moving in the DWTS slot beginning next week.



SheKnows:
Paris Hilton speaks up about The Bling Ring:  I cannot wait to see this Sofia Coppola movie. It was big news here in LA when the thefts happened.
Jaden Smith wants emancipation for his 15th birthday:  The Smith family has an interesting way of raising their kids and their kids are kind of bratty.
Miley Cyrus' engagement ring is back on her finger: While I don't think she should get married so young, I like this badass new version of Miley.

Tom Barnard Podcast:  I dished way too much gossip about Jeremy Piven. Way too much. I come in right at the beginning. Listen here.

The Radio Dish:  I talk about Britney Spears heading to Vegas and Carrie Underwood as the new voice of Sunday Night Football. Listen in at the 22:05 mark.

Also, listen later today to start your entertainment news week:
1:30pm PT Metro News Hotline with Dave Weekley

Media Mondays

My final big shoot of the year...dressed as Mrs. Claus.

Here we are with a new week after a very tough weekend.  My thoughts are with everyone in Newtown, Connecticut.  Your sorrow is all of our sorrow, we grieve along with you. 

My media events from last week:

Tom Barnard Podcast:  You never know where I am in LA when I do my radio hits.  I was in my car in Orange County about to go on set for a Kia shoot.  Take a listen.

On the set of 1600 Penn at Bill Pullman AKA President Gilchrist's desk.

SheKnows:  It was a fun week working with SheKnows as I hit the Golden Globe nominations and the set of NBC's new show, 1600 Penn.  Here are the articles from the those events:
Golden Globes Snubs and Surprises
Top 5 Things You Didn't See on Golden Globes Nominations
1600 Penn Set Visit

Reunited with my Toyota Live co-host, Matt Troyer, for a Kia shoot.

Spreecast:  I chatted with James Molnar of Gold Knight Blog about the Golden Globes and SAG nominations.  See our thoughts on the tight awards race:

 An early morning with Megan Fox, Ed Helms, and Jessica Alba at the Golden Globes nominations.

I was tired that morning...

The Radio Dish:  Catch me talking about "swatting" in Hollywood.  Don't know what that is? Miley Cyrus, Simon Cowell, and Ashton Kutcher have all been victims of this latest trend. Listen here.  

 My New Year's spot for Kia...

My cat is still drinking out of the tree stand.  

Don't forget it is #RadioBurtt night.  I will be on Driving with Gass at 6:35pm PT/9:35pm ET on KWSS.org.  Listen live!  

I'll be back tomorrow with an end of the year giveaway, so come back and join me for some fun, free goodies!

Are We Really Doing The Gold Trend, Ladies?

Lately, I've noticed a trend in Hollywood and no, it's not a baby bump, it's the gold engagement ring.  For the last two decades, the platinum (or white gold) cushion-cut diamond ring in robin egg blue Tiffany box has been the ultimate standard for engagements.  Yet take a look at the rings recently given to two Hollywood gals under the age of thirty.......gold bands and a very non-traditional style.  Has the tide finally turned? Are we doing the gold trend now in engagement rings?  Let's take a closer look at Miley Cyrus and Diana DeGarmo's engagement rings and Tori Spelling's anniversary ring.........

Miley's Ring:
Designer:  Neil Lane
Carats:  3.5
Cut:  Cushion
Band:  18K Gold
Motif:  Art Nouveau
Diamond dates back to 1880 or 1890.
Fiancé:  Liam Hemsworth (Thor's Brother!)

Diana's Ring:
Designer:  David Webb
Carats:  1 for center stone, .2 for side stones
Band:  18K Gold and Platinum  (prongs holding stones)
Motif:  Sunflower, her favorite flower.
Ace designed this ring for Diana.
Fiancé:  Ace Young

Tori's Ring:  

Designer:  Neil Lane

Stones:  6 Coral Cabochon Stones

Band:  Gold Bezel with Filigree Work

Motif:  1950's Antique

This is a 6th anniversary ring.  Tori gets a new ring each year on their anniversary date. (Way to go, Tori!)

Husband:  Dean McDermott

What do you think of the gold trend?  While I am a huge fan of Tori's ring, I think I still prefer the platinum look.  Miley's ring is very elegant, but just not my style while Diana's is definitely a personal taste issue.  I want to hear what you have to say!  Let me know on Facebook, Twitter, or in the comments below.    

Hello, Idaho! I will be appearing on NewsTalk 690 with Tim Lewis tomorrow morning at 7:35AM PT/10:25AM ET.  You can listen in LIVE here.  We will be talking about the summer box office and I will give you the inside scoop on my interviews with the Rock of Ages cast.  Tim interviewed me during Oscar season and it was one of my favorite interviews during that crazy month.  

Baby Bump Watch CONFIRMED: Gisele Bundchen

Well, geez, that was easy.  One day after I announce a Baby Bump Watch on Gisele Bundchen, US Weekly confirms that Gisele is indeed pregnant with her second child.  Now if only this one was that easy to solve.  For those of you wanting more information on Jennifer Aniston, I am taking a break until next week.  We will have an avalanche of information on Jen since her beau, Justin Theroux, has his next film opening, Rock of Ages.  (And oh, are you going to love this film. It's good.)


So, congratulations go out to Gisele and Tom Brady!  Now, who do you think is our next Baby Bump Watch for 2012?  Miley Cyrus, anyone?  (I actually hope not, she is too young!)

For those of you who are So You Think You Can Dance fans, join me tonight on AfterBuzz TV at 10PM PT as we discuss the show, the dancers, and what to expect this season.  Watch here.  

Clearing Out the Clutter, Rediscovering My 15 Minutes of Fame.

Since I am home for much of the summer versus hitting the road like I do the rest of the year, I am cleaning out the clutter.  I am posting clothes on Ebay and Smashion, I had a yard sale over the weekend, and I purging the junk drawer, closet, box....wherever I can clean, I will!  While cleaning out one of my end tables, I can across some great entertainment memorabilia.  Much of it was from the 2007 Academy Awards, the program, ticket, and a few of the entertainment magazines from the event when I was on the red carpet versus covering the red carpet.  I also came across a July 25, 2007 People magazine and I couldn't remember why I held on to it, but here's what was happening just four years ago:

1.  Eva Longoria and Tony Parker got married in France on 7.7.07.  I guess that wasn't their lucky number.

2.  The MailBag featured letters from readers who were thrilled that Billy Ray Cyrus was "Raising a Teen Star (The Right Way!)".  Sure, dating men in their 20's, taking half-nude photos on your iPhone, and grinding against a pole at the MTV Music Awards is definitely a great way to raise your Disney kid.

3.  Lindsay Lohan was partying.  Oh wait, that hasn't changed.

4.  Charlie Sheen got engaged to Brooke Mueller.  I wish I could tell the girl, "Run for your life!"  Oh well, we all know how that one turned out.

5.  The main article focused on rich teens like Hilary Duff, Daniel Radcliffe, and the High School Musical kids who are now officially.....rich adults.

Finally, I came across an article and I knew why I had kept the magazine.  Take a look at this photo.  Look carefully.  Maybe you see someone familiar?

 Leave it to me to have my 15 minutes in People magazine with a drug possession/arrest article.

Thank You, Dallas! Good Night!

The day has finally come, I get to fly home after 25 show days, 5 yellow shirts, and 1 Fletcher's Corny Dog.  This year was a lot more fun after have 24 days of sunshine versus only 7 days last year, especially when you are working outside.  Here are a couple of things I learned while visiting the great state of Texas:

1.  Tex-Mex food is by far tastier than Cal-Mex.  I should know, I ate a lot of guacamole and salsa verde enchiladas.

2.  Texas is another state that does not believe in recycling or toilet seat covers in the restrooms. (Michigan and Illinois are also guilty of the this.)

3.  I really think the dress and cowboy boot trend is cute.  If I can accomplish the look without looking like Britney Spears or Miley Cyrus, I think I may dust off my cowboy boots for fall.

4.  Football is a religion.  Friday Night Lights.  We do it bigger and better in Texas (regarding football). Well, it's all true.  Football is a business in this state and if you can't beat them,  you join them.  Yes, I attended my first high school football game in Texas.  I went to a New England prep school where lacrosse and hockey ruled and then I headed to NYU where the team name is the Violets.  Need I say more?

5.  Even with AT&T World Headquarters across the street from my hotel, the phone and data service was atrocious.  Verizon is getting the iPad this month and hopefully, the iPhone in March 2011.  Sign me up.

6.  As much as I love to annoy my co-host, Matt Troyer, he really is the best co-host in the business and a great friend to boot.  Enjoy your photo, Matt!

7.  Dorothy was right, "There's no place like home."

It was a great month, Texas.  Your hospitality and sunshine was appreciated.  Thank you, Dallas!  Good Night!

Off With Her Head

I'm tired, kids.  Tired of the shenanigans of those Hollywood starlets who offer nothing but the same tabloid fodder year after year.  Now, don't get me wrong, I still read my Hollywood gossip, but I don't need to hear about the following people anymore........or ever:  Lindsay, Britney, Paris, Kim, Khloe, Kourtney, or Miley. I just don't care.  What I do care about is finding out what one of our little troubled tarts was wearing for her 590348530958th court appearance.  So, I say, "Off with her head, let's get right to the fashion!"

Photo Courtesy of  Tony Canham/Getty Images

While I don't care for her antics, I sure do like her outfit.  Here's where I stand so far:

Jacket:  ??

Skirt:  ??

Shirt:  ??

Shoes:  Christian Louboutin

Yep, all I can name is the shoes because I can see the red soles peeking out.  Can anyone help here?  I will find a prize from the Red Carpet Closet to anyone that can help me assemble this outfit.  I'm not looking for knockoffs on this one, I want the read deal.   Ready, set, go!

But wait, there is one more outfit!  I have been asking around about this dress worn by Tina Fey on a recent episode of 30 Rock.  A good friend of mine is looking for this dress and I offered to help. I have reached out to several fashion contacts, but no one has given me a concrete answer yet.  So, perhaps you can help?  I know a lot of my friends, readers, and fellow bloggers are total fashionistas, can you spot the designer on this dress?  Again, a prize from Red Carpet Closet to the person who hooks me up with the correct answer.  

Even if I buy the Lindsay outfit, I promise that you won't see a SCRAM bracelet on my ankle ever.  I wouldn't want to draw focus away from my beloved shoes.  Happy Searching and Thank You from Red Carpet Closet.