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Stacie Scott Turner Previews "Sophisticated" Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.

While viewers may make fun of Danielle Staub and her unstable castmates on The Real Housewives of New Jersey , their antics clearly deliver ratings. But with a new stable of spoiled, self-centered reality stars debuting on Bravo tonight, Stacie Scott Turner says fans should NOT expect such shenanigans on The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C. “What was really compelling is that [producers] talked about how this series was going to be a little more sophisticated than the others and that they were looking to have the drama come from things other than table-tossing and the other stuff that you’ve grown to expect on the other series,” Turner told E! News. No hair-pulling and coke whoring allegations? Why should we tune in?!? Turner says she and her costars – Mary Schmidt Amons, Lynda Erkiletian, Catherine Ommanney and Michaele Salahi – actually have informed opinions about current events and politics. “By all means, we’re not like Meet the Press or any of the serious shows,” Turner said. “We still have fun. It’s an entertaining show. Women are aware, informed and have an opinion – and we make ours known.” Fine. We’ll probably tune in. But if at least one drink isn’t thrown in someone’s face before the month is over, we’re outta there!

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Chris Brown Puts His Spin On Nicki Minaj’s ‘Your Love’

Singer remixes the Young Money starlet’s hit song as he promises fans a new album in 2011. By James Dinh Chris Brown Photo: Frazer Harrison/ Getty Images Despite a year of difficult career speed bumps, including his postponed U.K. promotional tour and the controversy surrounding his Michael Jackson tribute performance at the BET Awards, Chris Brown remains optimistic about getting through the rough times. His latest career move is his remix of Nicki Minaj’s hit single “Your Love,” which the singer posted on Twitter and informed fans that something special may be heading their way. “i just smashed this beat!!! UR LOVE REMIX DONE!!! for the ladies,” he tweeted early Wednesday (August 4). On the cover, Brown sings an ode to his female interest as he belts over the song’s Annie Lennox sample and hip-hop backbeats. “Shorty, I’mma tell you this once/ Girl need it (tonight)/ When I do it to you home and do it right, please believe it/ All night long, baby right now/ When you lay in my arms,” he sings during the chorus. Showing off his versatility, Breezy becomes more aggressive during the song’s second verse both vocally and lyrically as he explicitly raps, “Yeah, let me step up to the plate now/ Big kids in the room, no playground/ I wanna kiss everything from the waist down/ Keep ya ass up and your face down.” And it wouldn’t be right if Brown didn’t name-drop Minaj in the mix that praises a woman in and out of bed. “We can role-play, girl, give it to me now/ I’m giving you a massage/ A booty like Nicki Minaj/ Oh gosh,” he croons. Hours after Brown posted his remix, Nicki seemed satisfied with four different remixes of her song as she urged DJs to start spinning. “Ok DJ’s!!! 4 remixes to ‘your love’ by @rickyrozay, @duttypaul, @chrisbrown and @jaysean and they’re ALL DOPE! Play them! 🙂 #pinkfriday,” she said of her song, which currently holds the #1 spot on the Billboard Rap Songs chart . Aside from posting his cover of Minaj’s song, the singer also asked fans if they wanted another Breezy mixtape. “do yall want an “IN MY ZONE 2″!!! just a thought #inmyzone2,” he tweeted . While another mixtape isn’t certain at this point, Brown assured fans that the follow-up to last year’s Graffiti is in the works. “My new album will come next year or sooner but in the meantime i might ‘I MIGHT’ do something special for yall again!!!” he teased. Back in June, Drake said that he and Brown hit the studio together shortly after attending the 2010 BET Awards. It is unknown what, if anything, the duo cooked up, but the Young Money rapper revealed that he wanted to collaborate with others as his project was finished. “I was studio hopping, seeing where I could lend my hand to whoever’s project since I’ve done mine,” Drake said. What do you think of Chris Brown’s “Your Love” remix? Are you feeling it? Tell us what you think in the comments! Related Artists Chris Brown Nicki Minaj

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Justin Bieber 3-D Movie Director Drops Out

Oscar-winning filmmaker Davis Guggenheim was lined up to helm the ‘feature biopic.’ By Kara Warner Justin Bieber Photo: George Pimentel/ WireImage Uh-oh, Justin Bieber fans. The teen heartthrob’s 3-D concert-movie extravaganza has hit a roadblock: Oscar-winning filmmaker Davis Guggenheim has reportedly dropped out. According to Deadline.com , the “Inconvenient Truth” director withdrew from the Paramount Pictures project Tuesday night to concentrate on promoting Sundance darling “Waiting for Superman.” Paramount is said to already be interviewing directors to take over the project. Joining the ear-splitting, teen concert-film ranks — which includes “Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: The Best of Both Worlds Concert” and “Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience” — Bieber will play himself in what is described as a “feature biopic.” Bieber’s manager, Scooter Braun, and Island Def Jam chairman L.A. Reid will produce, and a release date is currently set for February 11, 2011 — Valentine’s Day weekend. When the news about the Bieber movie broke, the 16-year-old took to Twitter to express his enthusiasm: “Next Valentine’s we r coming with a major 3D movie telling the story with an Oscar winning director and also filming the tour at MSG in NYC!!” He followed that up with, “This is so sick!! Gonna come out in theaters worldwide Valentine’s 2011!!! I’m taking this thing worldwide thanks to u all!! Hyped!!” Beiber has yet to tweet an update about the director news. Who should direct Bieber’s film debut? Share your ideas in the comments below! For young Hollywood news, fashion and “Twilight” updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com . Related Artists Justin Bieber

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4 Pilots That Are Being Re-Shot Before Their Fall Premieres

With less than two months until fall premiere season begins, several networks are reworking some of their higher profile programs in time for their autumn roll-outs. And you might be surprised to find out which projects needed a last-minute face lift.

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REVIEW: Exquisite Vengeance is Trademark Johnnie To

Although Hong Kong films are immensely popular among Americans, they seem to strike a chord mostly with a subset of young, eager fans. Average American moviegoers probably haven’t heard of Johnnie To, but much worse, average filmmakers may not have heard of him either. I don’t even dare to think how much better mainstream American movies would be if they showed even half the craftsmanship, energy and passion of To’s latest, Vengeance, an underworld drama featuring the French pop star Johnny Hallyday.

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Sandra Bullock Tops Forbes List Of Top-Earning Actresses

Reese Witherspoon, Kristen Stewart and Jennifer Aniston also on the list. By Gil Kaufman Sandra Bullock Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ FilmMagic It’s been a rough personal year for Sandra Bullock in the wake of her breakup with husband Jesse James. But according to Forbes magazine, in the midst of her difficult times offscreen, the actress managed to rack up a huge financial payday and rise to the top as the highest-paid actress in Hollywood. Besting such rivals as Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon and Cameron Diaz, Bullock earned that distinction thanks to a pair of huge hits: “The Proposal,” which grossed $320 million; and “The Blind Side,” which racked up $310 million and helped her earn an Academy Award. While Bullock wisely agreed to take a pay cut from her usual fee to star in “Blind Side,” she got it back and then some in back-end pay, earning $56 million on both films between June 2009 and June 2010, according to Forbes. The magazine calculated its figures based on conversations with agents, managers, producers and lawyers. Next on the list was perennial girl-next-door Witherspoon, who banked $32 million despite not having a big-screen opening since “Four Christmases” bowed during the 2008 holiday season. But she made the #2 spot thanks to her upfront pay for two upcoming movies, “How Do You Know?” and the adaptation of “Water for Elephants,” co-starring “Twilight” hunk Robert Pattinson. She also earned cash for her role as an “ambassador” for Avon. Diaz tied Witherspoon at #2, also with $32 million, which she earned on the Tom Cruise film “Knight & Day” and her sizable income from the “Shrek” franchise, which has earned $2.8 billion to date. Aniston was at #4 with $27 million, which she earned from her appearance in the box-office disappointment “Love Happens,” as well as her upcoming roles in “The Switch” and the Adam Sandler-assisted “Just Go With It.” She also still gets residual checks from “Friends” and has her own perfume line and a lucrative deal with Smartwater. “Sex and the City” star Sarah Jessica Parker was at #5 with $25 million, rolling up cash from the movie franchise and profits from the series’ syndication rights, as well as her strong-selling perfume line and a deal to design clothes for Halston. The rest of the list: Julia Roberts ($20 million), Angelina Jolie ($20 million), Drew Barrymore ($15 million), Meryl Streep ($13 million) and “Twilight” star Kristen Stewart ($12 million). Related Photos The Evolution Of: Sandra Bullock The Evolution Of: Jennifer Aniston

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Weekday Vegetarian: An Artful Eggplant and Red Pepper Stack for a Hot Day

Photo: Emma Alter The eggplant that I have been growing in my garden has been extremely successful this year. The flowers are beautiful, which is always nice, and each plant is providing a large number of vegetables. I’m girding my loins for the onslaught of eggplant ready for harvesting. I have at least six coming in the next day or two, maybe closer to ten. Some vegetables you can keep around the kitchen for a while, but eggplant tends to get bitter, so you should cook it as soon as you can…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Chelsea Gets Hitched [Weddings]

Chelsea Clinton tied the knot with Marc Mezvinsky in front of 500 guests this evening in Rhinebeck, NY. Details about the event are still emerging, but you’ll find the first few photos of the interfaith ceremony conducted this evening below. More

Presidential Hopeful Tim Pawlenty Shows Off ‘Red-Hot Smoking Wife’ [2012]

Nondescript Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is pretty much 100% going to run for president in 2012. What’s his strategy to make anyone care? Apparently it’s to strut around his “red-hot smoking wife” before the salivating crowds. More

REVIEW: Wholesome Ramona and Beezus Smothers a Spunky Kids’ Classic

To insist on any facet of popular culture as sacred is to be hopelessly left behind, every hour on the hour. Recycling, remixing, rebooting, renaming — no classic is safe. I am speaking, of course, of the Katrina and the Waves hit “Walking on Sunshine,” a chiseled gem that is knocked off to sacrilegious effect in Ramona and Beezus, a rummage sale of a family movie derived from the work of legendary children’s author Beverly Cleary.

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