Chef RoblĆ© from Bravo’s Chef RoblĆ© & Co. posted a series of Mike Tyson-related images on Instagram, which have drawn some attention, including from Iron Mike himself.
The series, which included some fake text messages from Tyson to RoblƩ, went like this:
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The story was picked up by the New York Post’s Page Six, and RoblĆ© tweeted that the whole thing was a joke, and that he can’t believe it made it there.
The Mike Tyson thing was a joke. I made it up. Can’t believe it made Page Six.
Case closed.
Jon Hamm Rumor Has ‘The News’ Buzzing About His Penis
Jon Hamm, star of AMC’s Mad Men is currently in the spotlight, not because he’ll be back for two more seasons of Mad Men, but because rumor has it he has a big penis. Clearly, this is top news.
Apparently the Huffington Post is the authority on the subject. Google News lists its piece “Jon Hamm’s Private Parts Allegedly Cause A Frenzy On ‘Mad Men’ Set” as the “in-depth” go to source.
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The “in-depth” Huffington Post piece points to the New York Daily News’ Confidential, which appears to be the source of the big Jon Hamm penis rumor (or is that Jon Hamm big penis rumor?), or at least the latest round of discussion about it. The article quotes:
āMad Menā star Jon Hammās private parts are causing a stir. Again.
An AMC insider tells Confidenti@l that during filming of the sixth season of the hit show ā when the ā60s-style clothing was a tight fit ā Hamm was politely instructed by a staffer at the network to please wear underwear while shooting his scenes.
A source tells Confidential that with the season taking place in the 60s, the pants are “tight and leave very little to the imagination,” and that “Jon’s impressive anatomy is so distracting that they politely insisted on the underwear”.
Now that anatomy is the talk of the web, and it’s making the search trends.
Buzzfeed, “where journalism is heading,” has “15 Hilarious Tweets About Jon Hamm’s Penis“.
Just 15? Surely there are hundreds, if not thousands.
Oh, and in case you’re wondering about that amazing Jon Hamm picture above, check this out. And while you’re at it, have you seen this video of him answering questions from teenage girls about sex, crushes and farting?
HBO Show ‘Enlightened’ Ending After Just Two Seasons
HBO has decided to pull the plug on its show Enlightened after just two seasons.
Hollywood Reporter shares a statement from HBO:
“It was a very difficult decision. Weāve decided not to continue Enlightened for a third season. Weāre proud of the show, and we look forward to working with Mike White and Laura Dern in the future.”
White and Dern would be the show’s co-creators. Dern also starred in the show.
Enlightened’s description is as follows: “A self-destructive woman who has a spiritual awakening becomes determined to live an enlightened life, creating havoc at home and work.”
It’s rated 7.0 on IMDB.
If you’re in the market for an Enlightened coffee mug, you might want to keep an eye on this page in case the show’s merchandise goes on sale.
The second season will be coming soon to DVD, HBO says.
Walking Dead ‘Dead Yourself’ App Hits Android
AMC announced that the “Dead Yourself” app, which lets you turn yourself into a walker, has come to Android. AMC says in a blog post:
For two months AMC’s Dead Yourself app has been taking the world by storm, turning men, women, children and pets into zombies. Well, you ain’t seen nothing yet: Dead Yourself is now available on Android-powered smartphones. Simply download the Dead Yourself app from Google Play, take a photo of yourself, zombify it, then watch as your transformation contributes to the global pandemic.
The app was previously available for the web and for iOS.
It’s a big week for fans of the show. The soundtrack was just made available, and the Survival Instinct video game just came out.
The Walking Dead Soundtrack Hits iTunes, Amazon
AMC and Republic Records announced that the soundtrack to the hit television show The Walking Dead is now available for download at iTunes and Amazon.
Actually, this is only the first volume, indicating that more will be on the way. The track listing is as follows:
1. Jamie N Commons – “Lead Me Home”
2. Bear McCreary – “Main Title Theme Song” (UNKLE Remix)
3. Voxhaul Broadcast – “You Are The Wilderness”
4. Baby Bee – “Love Bug”
5. Fink – “Warm Shadow” (Dactyl Remix)
6. Of Monsters And Men – “Sinking Man”
7. Emily Kinney and Lauren Cohan (Beth & Maggie Greene)- “The Parting Glass”
8. Delta Spirit – “Running”
“Already, three incendiary tracks from the album have been released: Emily Kinney and Lauren Cohan’s powerful folk elegy ‘The Parting Glass,’ Baby Bee’s guitar-heavy zombie blues jam ‘Love Bug,’ and Jamie N Commons’ soulful ‘Lead Me Home’,” AMC says in a blog post. “The full compilation includes previously unreleased material like ‘Sinking Man’ from multiplatinum-selling Icelandic alternative folk sensation Of Monsters and Men, an UNKLE remix of composer Bear McCreary’s ‘Main Title Theme Song,’ Delta Spirit’s ‘Running’ and more. Just like the show, the soundtrack remains a dynamic powerhouse replete with unforgettable moments.”
The soundtrack will hit stores on Tuesday, March 19.
Don’t Get Too Excited, Arrested Development Fans
As a fan of Arrested Development, I remember how annoying it was watching the show get jerked around before it was ultimately removed from TV, despite a very loyal fan base. That was followed by years of rumors about other networks picking it up, a possible, movie, etc. Then, by some miracle, it actually became accepted as a reality that the show would be back, courtesy of Netflix.
And we still can’t thank Netflix enough for it. Hopefully it won’t disappoint.
That familiar territory of uncertainty about the show’s future is already back, however, before Netflix has even made the new season available. News is out today that Netflix will not be producing additional seasons. Season 4 may be all we get.
The Wall Street Journal reports there will be “no subsequent seasons” of the show, after Netflix CEO Reed Hastings said at investor conference that the show would be “a one-off” and would be a “non-repeatable” event. The Journal quotes a spokesperson as saying it would be “extremely difficult to get the cast together”.
Pretty disheartening news for fans, though if season 4 turns out to be a let down, the news may be easier to swallow.
The cast was already hard to get together from my understanding, and they managed to make it work eventually. If there’s enough demand (which there almost certainly will be) would the show find its way back to its audience, even without Netflix? That remains to be seen, but we probably shouldn’t hold our breath.
In fact, we should really just be happy that the Bluths have found their way back into our lives at all, as it was beginning to feel like it was never going to happen. Now, it’s happening.
Season 4 will hit Netflix in May.
The Walking Dead: AMC Posts Behind-The-Scenes Videos Of Latest Episode
The Oscars ceremony wasn’t the only highly anticipated television on Sunday night. AMC, of course, resumed the third season of The Walking Dead. If you haven’t seen the latest episode yet, you might want to skip these for now. If you have had a chance to watch it, AMC has posted these new behind-the-scenes videos for episode 311.
Jimmy Kimmel Has Some ‘Very Important Kardashian News’
In case you haven’t heard the latest “Kardashian news,” Jimmy Kimmel has you covered. He has an idea for a new Kardashian show that they’re “testing” in case Kim goes away.
Here’s Elon Musk’s Appearance On Jimmy Kimmel
SpaceX/Tesla/Paypal founder Elon Musk appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk to Jimmy for about ten minutes, and the show has uploaded the interview to its YouTube account for those intrigued by Musk’s story to enjoy.
As an added bonus, the topic of sex robots does come up.
Here you go:
Downton Abbey’s Maggie Smith Is ‘Queen Of The Double Take’
PBS has uploaded a new video featuring Downton Abbey’s Jim Carter (Carson) talking about Maggie Smith, who he had deemed “queen of the doubletake”.
If you’ve already watched the season finale, don’t forget to check out this heartwrenching look back at Mary and Matthew Crawley’s life together.
Also, here’s Carter talking about how Carson should marry Mrs. Hughes.
PBS Releases A Tear-Jerking Tribute To Matthew And Mary Crawley
Still sad about the way the latest Downton Abbey ended? This will do absolutely nothing to cheer you up, but at least you can honor the love that Matthew and Mary Crawley have shared as if they are actually your own loved ones.
Now, to cheer you up, here’s comedian Patton Oswalt’s livetweeting of the episode.
Now You Can Watch The Walking Dead Midseason Premiere For Free On YouTube Too
AMC announced last week that the midseason premiere of The Walking Dead was free to watch online at AMC’s website for a limited time. Then, the network announced the availability of the episode on Android, iPhone, iPad and Kindle Fire.
Today, AMC uploaded the entire episode to YouTube, which you are now free to watch. Presumably, the video will remain watchable for the same duration as AMC’s own video (which is until March 10th).
The episode set a series record for viewers the night it originally aired.
AMC is only offering this particular episode for free, but the one that follows this one is now available to stream online elsewhere for a price.
Downton Abbey: Carson Wants To Marry Mrs. Hughes
Downton Abbey fans in the U.S. got to see the season finale of the show on Sunday night. Today, PBS Masterpiece is sharing a video of the cast talking about the episode.
While it may or may not happen, it’s worth noting that Jim Carter, who plays Carson on the show, says he believes that Carson should marry Mrs. Hughes. I’m sure a number of fans would enjoy that sentiment.
“I love the scenes when Carson and Mrs. Hughes get together,” he says. “You don’t often see behind the mask with Mr. Carson, and just occasionally the mask slips, and you just get a little glimpse of the interior life, and you get that with when he’s with Mrs. Hughes. Everybody wants Carson and Mrs. Hughes (quietly) to get together. Even if they were married, he’d still call her Mrs. Hughes wouldn’t he?”
“Carson has to marry Mrs. Hughes,” he adds. “Write to [show creator] Julian Fellowes. It’s got to happen.”
Watch Downton Abbey: The Cast on Season 3 Episode 7 on PBS. See more from Masterpiece.
Now check out comedian Patton Oswalt’s twitter recap of the latest episode.
Downton Abbey Makes Patton Oswalt Want To Set An Arby’s On Fire
There are a lot of people talking about Downton Abbey on Twitter today, now that PBS has run the season finale here in the U.S. While many had already seen the episode, a lot of American fans only got the opportunity to do so on Sunday. While I won’t spoil it here, suffice it to say, something big happened.
Comedian Patton Oswalt tweeted his way through the episode on Sunday night. Below is the majority of his recap, which ends with him drinking, crying, wanting to set an Arby’s on Fire and watching the movie Battleship. Beware of spoilers and language if you’re easily offended.
Okay, here we go…Sorry I’m late.#DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Okay, this scene between the new maid and Sybil’s widowed husband is Downton’s version of porn, right? #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Um, did “Shrimpy” give Ted Nugent 10 million pounds to decorate his house? #guns #guns #guns #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Oh dear god, Mrs. Patmore and Mr. Softon are doing some seriously doughy flirting. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Nothing turns the salad to hot lava in one’s bowels like bagpipes before the entree!” — Shrimpy #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Guns loaded? Smashing. RELEASE THE VAUDEVILLIANS!” — Shrimpy #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
How much cottage cheese is Softon smuggling in his mouth right now? #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Next thing you know she’ll be writing rubbish like PLANETARY and GLOBAL FREQUENCY.” — Lord Grantham #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Oh God, I want Bates to give ME a peppermint. If you know what I mean. Seriously, do you? I’m confused. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“The Dowager’s been impregnated by Hastur. We’ll name her offspring ‘Warren.’ P’raps he’ll pen ‘funnybooks’.” #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Come and make a ‘four’ at bridge.” OH GOD THEY’RE DOING A HUMAN CENTIPEDE. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“I’ve seen you naked, and held you in my arms.” — Matthew, just now. Also, Rush Limbaugh to his groundskeeper. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Everyone bid welcome to Shrimpy’s coachman, McAngus Lochscruggsman! #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Only Technically” would be a great title for a Bronski Beat EP.Good show Thomas!#DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Can’t believe I’m Tweeting this sober. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
I always bring my pewter deer statuette when I go on a picnic. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Wow. @thatdanstevens looks so good in his hunting tweeds they should retire his jacket. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Okay, I’m pouring myself a stiff Achentoshen.I’m picking up ominous vibes here… #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
What ISN’T this tug-of-war scene a sexual innuendo for? #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Wow, Mr. Softon is the stilton-fueled Warren Beatty of England, apparently. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Wow, this Carnival of Tragically Repressed Sexual Metaphors looks fun! #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Based on UK exchange rates in 1918, an under-the-bridge assault is good for one handjob. Good show, Thomas! #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
This makes me miss when my parents would put on plaid tartans and scream at each other on the stairs. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Of COURSE Carson is a baby whisperer. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Oh dear LORD, Molesley. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
“Shrimpy, my dear chap I’m so sorry” is my favorite Belle & Sebastian album. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Mrs. Patmore’s going to parboil that man right out of her hair! #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Make sure to look for my Downton porn novel, WHAT THE TOAST RACK SAW. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
There are a lot of drugged cocktails on this show, come to think of it. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Poor Thomas.In the “friend” zone. I sympathize, brother. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Oh fuck, what awful thing is coming? Does the baby kill someone? #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
The baby literally just made a “meh” motion with his mouth. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Are…you…fucking…KIDDING…me. #matthew #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
Oh GODDAMIT.GODDAMIT.That’s it?THAT’S IT?!? No fucking way. No. NOOOOOOOOO. @thatdanstevens #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
FUCK THIS.#DowntonPBS twitter.com/pattonoswalt/sā¦
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
This is where @warrenellis needs to step the fuck up and find a way to bring Matthew back. #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
I want to apologize ahead of time for the Arby’s I set on fire tomorrow. #matthew #rage #drunk #DowntonPBS
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
I can’t take this. I CAN’T TAKE THIS. I’m going to watch the last 20 minutes of BATTLESHIP on HBO now. #DowntonPBS #Battleship #crying
— Patton Oswalt (@pattonoswalt) February 18, 2013
From there, Oswalt proceeded to tweet his way through Battleship. Do yourself a favor and view his timeline.
Watch The Walking Dead Midseason Premiere For Free On Android, iPhone, iPad And Kindle Fire
AMC announced this week that it will be streaming the midseason premiere of The Walking Dead online for free until March 10. Today, the network also announced that the episode is now available for a limited time (presumably the same period of time) on the AMC Mobile app for Android, iPhone, iPad and Kindle Fire.
The app also provides behind-the-scenes video content, and previews.
The episode has received mixed reviews from fans of the show, but it also set a series record for viewers when it premiered on Sunday.
Here are a couple of behind-the-scenes videos AMC has posted to accompany the episode. They’ve also posted a preview for the upcoming episode.
AMC will be showing episodes of The Walking Dead from seasons 1 and 2 in black and white regularly on Thursdays, beginning on February 14th.
AMC To Air Old Walking Dead Episodes In Black And White
AMC will begin airing episodes from the first two seasons of its hit zombie show The Walking Dead in black and white on Thursdays. The network suggests that viewing the episodes this way will mirror the format of Robert Kirkman’s comic book series upon which the show his based.
Viewing the show this way could also give it more of a classic 50s/60s zombie movie feel, which interestingly, is something The Walking Dead’s show developer Frank Darabont (who is no longer attached to The Walking Dead) did with his film The Mist, based on Stephen King’s short story. While not about zombies, the black and white viewing experience gave it a very cool, vintage monster movie feel.
AMC will begin showing the episodes in this style on Valentine’s Day at 8:00 PM Eastern, and will continue each Thursday, leading into the network’s “AMC Real Original Thursdays“.
The midseason premiere, which aired on Sunday, set a series record for viewers, showing just how popular the show has become. It will be interesting to see what kind of ratings the black and white episodes will get.
Watch The Walking Dead Midseason Premiere Online For Free, Courtesy Of AMC
On Sunday, AMC aired the midseason premiere of The Walking Dead Season 3. As the network did with the season premiere, it is offering the episode streaming online for free on its site.
If you’ve already seen the episode, AMC also put out a couple of behind-the-scenes looks at it, as well as a look at next week’s episode.
If you like to watch the show online, don’t get too excited. They’re only doing this with the first episode. For the rest you’ll have to seek out alternative viewing methods. Amazon charges $1.99 per episode, for example.
“This is a one-time-only event and will not be happening with future episodes for the rest of this season,” AMC says in a blog post. “Watch it for the first time. Watch it again. Just do so quickly as it will only be available until Sun, Mar. 10.”
The next episode airs this Sunday at 9:00 PM Eastern on AMC.
Here’s A Quick Look At The Next Episode Of The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead returned to television on Sunday night, and while reaction to the episode itself has been mixed, many fans are just glad it’s back.
AMC has uploaded a preview of next week’s episode to YouTube, so in case last night’s wasn’t enough to get you ready, here you go:
For a behind the scenes look at last night’s episode (actually a couple of looks), check this out (beware of spoilers).