Congratulating the Boston Bruins on the 2011 Stanley Cup championship, President Barack Obama welcomed the team, with one notable omission, to the White House. Goaltender Tim Thomas, the team’s linchpin and only the second American player ever to win playoff MVP, having posted two shutouts in the Final, skipped the event . Thomas said months ago he would not attend due to political and ideological differences with the Obama administration, and he stayed true to his word yesterday. Bruins team president Cam Neely said he could’ve forced Tim Thomas to go, but did not do so, and feels the decision was Thomas’ and the team honors his choice. “Everybody has their own opinions and political beliefs. He chose not to join us,” said Neely. “We certainly would have liked to have him but that’s his choice.” “All the guys came except for Tim. It’s his decision and his choice.” While his politics aren’t common knowledge among many fans, Thomas hasn’t hidden his leanings as an unabashed Glenn Beck fan and “true Tea Party patriot.” On the one hand, when the President asks you to visit the White House event, shouldn’t you just go, regardless of political differences with the administration? On the other hand, should Thomas be praised – whether you agree with his views or not – for using a unique moment to make a political statement of his own? Thomas will no doubt lose a lot of supporters over this, but you have to at least respect an athlete who uses his fame or influence for something he believes in. Right? Tell us if we’re on point or off the mark in the comments.
Nothing happens until you take action. And you won’t take action if you don’t make a decision. In this video, I have assembled Tony Robbins quotes about the power of decision. This is the theme of one of his signature events and a subject upon which Robbins places great importance. His message is simple: Make a decision, take action, and shape your destiny. http://www.youtube.com/v/HHLAZzOoxGM?version=3&f=videos&app=youtube_gdata Continued here: Tony Robbins Quotes: Power of Decision
The feud between Rosie O’Donnell and David Letterman has turned ugly quickly. This is where it stands and how it developed: A week ago, following the announcement that Rosie was engaged to Michelle Rounds , Letterman mocked the speed of this decision during his show’s monologue, saying: “The woman she is marrying, her fiancee, was driving… and her car broke down. And guess what happened? Rosie pulls up right behind her in her tow truck.” Rosie O’Donnell Slams David Letterman O’Donnell replied a few days later, addressing Letterman during her OWN talk show with: “I don’t remember making fun of you when you had sex with all your interns , Dave. I didn’t do that. I didn’t make fun of your rampant, throbbing heterosexuality, did I Dave?” Rosie then came up with the Top Five Reasons She Refuses to Appear on the Late Show (above), which included: “Not only do you appear to be anti-gay, you’re anti-tow trucker.” Low blow? Accurate blow? Weigh in now: Whose side are you on in this feud?
While Marcus Canty landed in the bottom two for the third straight week, it was the 13-year-old songbird who got the lowest number of votes. By Adam Graham Rachel Crow hears the news of her elimination on “X Factor” Photo: FOX Another week, another dramatic finish to “The X Factor,” as 13-year-old Rachel Crow was voted off the Fox singing competition Thursday (December 8) when judge Nicole Scherzinger purposely threw the vote to a tie and left the final decision in the hands of America’s votes. That placed Crow against Marcus Canty, who landed in the bottom two for the third week in a row. When host Steve Jones read the final tally, Crow — who moments earlier said she’d be fine with whatever decision was made — fell to the ground as if someone had punched her in the gut, sobbing loud and hard on the “X Factor” stage. Crow was picked up off the ground by her mentor, Simon Cowell, and consoled by her mother. “Mommy!” Crow wept, while cameras cut to a shocked Scherzinger, who looked like she couldn’t believe what she’d just done. When she could finally speak, Crow told host Jones, “I just, I love you so much, everybody, for voting for me, even though you didn’t. … Thank you for giving me this, because without you, I’m nothing. And I hope this is not my ending. You know what? I know it’s not. And I will go so far, I promise you. And I love you.” She went on to thank her family for their support. Said Cowell after the decision: “I want to thank everyone that’s voted for this young girl. I believe she went out on the highest she could have gone out on. Like I said, from the very first time I met you, we’re going to be hearing a lot more about Rachel Crow, I give you my word on that.” Jones approached Scherzinger and asked if she had anything to say, and the ex-Pussycat Doll, who was heavily booed by the audience, turned away without comment. Earlier in the evening, both Crow and Canty were forced to sing for their lives in the competition. Canty took on “I’m Going Down,” while Crow tackled “I’d Rather Go Blind.” Following the performances, L.A. Reid praised Crow for her “amazing” rendition but voted for Canty to stay, while Cowell and Paula Abdul cast their votes in favor of Crow. That left the deciding vote to Scherzinger, who through tears said she couldn’t make the decision herself, so she voted for Canty to stay so the tiebreaker would lie in the hands of viewer votes. The night prior, Crow sang B.o.B and Bruno Mars’ “Nothin’ on You” and Michael Jackson’s “Music & Me,” prompting Abdul to call her “beautifully fearless,” “a wonderful role model,” “every girl’s best friend and every parent’s daydream,” “fantastic and magical” and with a “vocal depth [that] transcends all generations.” Canty, meanwhile, sang Chaka Kahn’s “Ain’t Nobody” and Leon Russell’s “A Song for You,” the latter of which was dubbed “a bit boring” by Cowell. But L.A. Reid compared Canty to Muhammad Ali, praising his ability to get up after being repeatedly knocked down. “I’ve got your back,” Reid told him, and he kept his word on Thursday. Earlier in the evening, Josh Krajcik, Melanie Amaro and Chris Rene advanced to next week’s semifinal. When Canty learned he would have to once again sing for his life, he remarked, “Bottom two, again? Gosh, man. But, top five, man, I just gotta go out and deliver.” The episode also featured live performances by Lenny Kravitz and Mary J. Blige. What did you think of the results? Let us know in the comments!
Kris Jenner doesn’t understand why everyone is ganging up on her daughter. So, Kim Kardashian filed for divorce from Kris Humphries after 72 days of marriage? So what?!? “She’s not the first person in the world to get a divorce or to have something like this happen to, and she won’t be the last… People have to stop judging,” Kim’s mom-ager said yesterday on the Johnjay and Rich show. Despite the fact that Jenner orchestrates every aspect of her daughter’s career – Kris pushed for Kim to pose in Playboy and, many believe, encouraged her to leak her sex video with Ray J – she has chosen to play dumb when it comes to this split. “For whatever reason, Kim felt [divorce] was the decision for her,” Jenner said. “I can’t judge her and I can’t speculate.” We can speculate: Kris has a book out , Rob Kardashian is on Dancing with the Stars and season two of Kourtney & Kim Take New York premieres this month. What incredible timing for a divorce announcement, huh? Is the public being too harsh on Kim Kardashian? [Photo: WENN.com]
Beyonce was beyond cute for Halloween 2011 when she dressed up as a bumblebee at Kanye West’s private party. Take a look at our favorite Queen Bey buzzing in NYC right here . RELATED POSTS: Beyonce Spotted At Watch The Throne Tour! [PHOTOS] Jay-Z & Beyonce’s Baby Due In February [VIDEO]
Kim Kardashian’s mother and manager Kris Jenner spoke to Sway and Devi Dev on Sirius’ Shade 45, and revealed that Kim didn’t make any money from the wedding. Kris adds that Kim spent millions of her own dollars on her nuptials to Kris Humphries. What did Kris say when asked if she would miss having Kris as a son-in-law? Take a listen to the audio below to find out. RELATED POSTS: 9 Funniest Tweets: #ThingsThatLastedLongerThan KimKMarriage Kim Kardashian Releases Statement On Her Divorce: “It Was Not An Easy Decision” How Much Money Kim Kardashian Made Every Hour She Was Married Is This Why Kim Kardashian Is Divorcing Kris Humphries? [VIDEO] Kim Kardashian Filing For Divorce After 72 Days Of Marriage!
Lady Gaga treated Little Monsters in New Delhi, India to a stripped-down performance of “Marry the Night,” complete with sitar accompaniment the other night. The video marks the superstar’s first live performance of her fifth single off Born This Way , following the title track, “Judas,” “Edge of Glory” and “You and I.” “I’ve waited a lifetime to come here,” she told fans in the world’s second-most populous nation. “I’m so grateful and happy I get to be here and sing for you.” Suffice it to say, attendees were grateful too. But do you like this slowed-down, Indian-influenced version of one of the album’s more dance-oriented tracks? Watch her perform ” Marry the Night ” and tell us what you think: Lady Gaga – Marry the Night (Live)
The divorce papers are in , but Kris Humphries refuses to believe it. In his first official statement since Kim Kardashian legally asked the court to dissolve their marriage, due to “irreconcilable differences,” the former New Jersey Nets forward doesn’t sound willing to accept his relationship’s fate. “I’m committed to this marriage and everything this covenant represents,” Humphries said in a statement. “I love my wife and am devastated to learn she filed for divorce… I’m willing to do whatever it takes to make it work.” Where did it all go wrong for Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian?!? It sounds very much like it’s too late, however. Kim issued a statement of her own today, saying the decision was not easy, but the marriage is very much over. Who could have possibly seen this divorce coming? Oh. Right. Everyone. WHAT IS YOUR REACTION TO KRIS AND KIM’S SPLIT? WHOSE CELEBRITY MARRIAGE WAS THE WORST?
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino is best known for taking his clothes off – and getting paid offers to do so – on Jersey Shore . That is sort of why he’s famous. Now, in a nice change of pace, he’s trying clothes on – as a tuxedo model ! FLOW Formal Wear has been releasing some of its brand new shots of Sitch modeling their clothes all week long on Facebook. Peep this hilarious nonsense: The Situation: Best. Prom. Date. Ever . Fortunately, Mike still found a way to flaunt his abs and guns in some of the promotional photos, even though he’s supposed to be displaying formal wear. Now that’s what we call a situation! [Photos: Flow Formal Wear]
