Ryan Gosling in a suit

Daaamn, our bitch looked fine at the L.A. premiere of The Ides of March on Tuesday.

Sex On Legs wore a deep green suit by Gucci, fit to perfection, with a matching striped tie.

Many more inside. You want to go to there. Trust me.

Photos via Gosling Fan.

Just thought you should know ...

On my way home from work yesterday, I stopped into my local supermarket, and bought a variety of produce.

It's not nearly as fun to write about, and will probably rot in my fridge before I get around to eating it all, so I don't have much more to say about that.

In other news, for those who were wondering about those Spicy Ketchup Ruffles -- I tried them, and they are sadly not worth your time.

I mean, I still ate the whole bag within half an hour. But I wouldn't do it again. They're no Lays ketchup.

It's the 90s

Okay, no it's not. It's 2011.

And because it's 2011, some kind world wide web user stitched together all these clips from the 1990s, of fictional characters proclaiming it's the 1990s.

God damn, I love the internet.

The Look: Leelee Sobieski in Mary Katrantzou

I'm not sure I ever anticipated writing about Leelee Sobieski on this blog (what has she done lately?), but damn if she didn't look fierce as she arrived to the the 2011 Metropolitan Opera Season’s opening night performance of ‘Anna Bolena’ in New York City this week.

The Never Been Kissed star wore a Mary Katrantzou 'Kite Runner' dress from the fall 2011 collection.

Featuring a fishbowl-print on the bell-shaped skirt, the silk-jacquard dress was a colourful and edgy choice for the opera.

Add in a pair of forest green booties and some tall hair, and hey whatya know, I'm paying attention to Leelee Sobieski again all of a sudden!

Wednesday deliciousness: Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman was photographed doing what he does best earlier this week, hitting Bondi beach to frolic in the water and show off his bangin' bod.

Isn't hump day great?

Happy Wednesday!

Bridesmaids bonus: 'The Longest Argument Ever'

Thanks to Jackay for sharing this bonus feature from the Bridesmaids DVD, via The Hairpin.

How is this DVD not on my shelf yet?

My five favourite insults/snappy comebacks from this clip:

1. "I bet you have HPV."

2. "You eat your own farts." "Farts are not a solid."

3. "You have little nostrils."

4. "My eggs are wet!"

5. "You're going to get hair where you didn't even know you can."

What's your fave?

This is my life

Yesterday I discovered the creator of Doritos had passed away over the weekend at the age of 97.

After I shared the news with some close friends, we spent the day emailing our favourite Doritos memories back and forth (there were many). It culminated in one friend writing a story about the sad news for the Toronto Star.

A great way to celebrate a great man, we figured, was to spend our evenings eating Doritos. This would work well for me, I thought, because I just moved into my own apartment. I wouldn't have to feel shame for eating Doritos for dinner, because no one would witness it.

After work I stopped into my local supermarket and headed to the chip aisle hankering for some Sweet Chili Heat. Before I could even get to the Doritos, I spotted something new and strange: Ruffles has released a new 'Spicy Ketchup' flavour.

If you know anything about my chip tastes, you know I think Lays Ketchup is tops. I had to try this new 'Spicy Ketchup' to see how it stands up against my all-time fave. It went in the basket.

I then surveyed the Doritos selection, and discovered an 'Intense Pickle' flavour I had never heard of -- intriguing. But I had come here for Sweet Chili Heat, and figured I should celebrate the creator of Doritos with a flavour I knew I loved. Sweet Chili Heat went in the basket, as I texted Vanessa about my 'Spicy Ketchup' and 'Intense Pickle' discoveries.

"You have to take one for the team," she responded, urging me to also get the 'Intense Pickle' Doritos.

"Can I really walk to the cash register with three big bags of chips and feel any self-respect?" I wondered to myself.

"Well, the Doritos are all on sale ... and I don't have to eat them all tonight ... but why wouldn't I get them all now while they're less expensive than usual? And for all anyone else knows I'm having a group of people over tonight to eat chips in my new apartment. (I'm not)."

"Alright, I'm going to do it!" I decided, and marched toward the chip aisle to quickly pick up my third bag of chips and head as quickly as possible to the cash.

On my way, however, I saw a friend. A friend I tend to see in these kind of casual run-in situations, when you're not expecting to run into someone you know, because you're on your way to put a third bag of chips in your basket, which is not something that should be witnessed. I said hi, hoping all the junk food would go unnoticed.

To make matters worse, along with two big bags of chips, my basket contained a box of KD and a McCain frozen pizza.

Quickly feeling pressure from within, I acknowledged my disgustingly junky basket of food. I explained I was here to buy Doritos, because the creator of Doritos had passed away, and he deserved to be celebrated.

"Oh, so you're having a Doritos party tonight?" my friend asked.
"Uh ... a Doritos party of one," I responded.

Shit.

"That second bag there isn't Doritos though."

Shit again.

I explained how I had to buy this new flavour of ketchup chips, because I consider myself a ketchup chip afficionado, and so I just had to.

Thank goodness I hadn't yet made it to the chip aisle to add the 'Intense Pickle' bag to my basket.

As I wrapped up my desperate explanation and hoped my friend didn't ask about my KD, frozen pizza and canned soup (yes, I was buying canned soup too -- all these things were on sale, okay?!), I heard my name called out.

My friend Lisa -- from a completely different circle -- had passed by, and would now also get to witness my diet of chips, noodles in a box, and frozen pizza.

As I greeted Lisa, friend #1 took this as a cue to leave.

Shame spiral number one complete.

"What's new?" Lisa asked.

I took this as my cue to go through my whole fucking Doritos and Spicy Ketchup chip explanation again. Because I couldn't just not draw attention to the shit I was buying.

Lisa, lord love her, was very supportive of my decisions.

I told her about how I also discovered the 'Intense Pickle' Doritos and her face lit up. She told me how these 'Intense Pickle' Doritos are a true delight, and that I should really get some.

"But I can't get three bags of chips at once," I argued. "That might be crossing some sort of line."

"Sure you can," Lisa said. "You can just put some away for another day."

She's clearly never witnessed me devour a bag in 15 minutes flat.

Together, we walked to the chip aisle, where I swapped Sweet Chili Heat for 'Intense Pickle' upon Lisa's recommendation. She also picked up 'Intense Pickle' as well as the new Spicy Ketchup Ruffles, which made me feel great -- someone else shared my joy for salty snacks. I'm certain she wasn't planning to eat both bags in an hour like I was. But still, strength in numbers. Or something.

After that, we parted ways. Having gone through an emotional roller-coaster of excitement, embarrassment, and back to excitement, I came home, sat down, and celebrated the creator of Doritos with some 'Intense Pickle.' And I have to tell you, Lisa wasn't lying. They're good!

My takeaway from this whole experience, I think, is that just because I now live alone, doesn't mean people won't find out about my questionable habits. Paritcularly if I then write a 1,000-word blog post about them.

I'm proud to say I haven't even opened the Spicy Ketchup Ruffles yet. But don't worry, there's always tomorrow.

On the cover: Elizabeth Olsen for Nylon

Elizabeth Olsen takes the October 2011 cover of Nylon.

I'm not sure when the 22-year-old actress became a person who walks red carpets and gets magazine covers, but I like her style. (Though I'll admit, I like her Nylon Korea cover photo much better).

Growing up with famous sisters who love pizza, Elizabeth tells the mag her dad instilled a solid work ethic in her, so she doesn't have to rely on no man.

“I have to attribute the way I have always looked at [work] to my father, because he was a really good influence on us," she says.

"It was always very important to him that his daughters be financially independent. He wanted us to know that we could take care of ourselves, because he never liked the idea of us needing a man. And witnessing how my sisters can take care of themselves financially was a great model to have. I consider myself lucky to have such a normal family.”

More photos inside.

The Look: Hailee Steinfeld in Versace

Hailee Steinfeld was perfectly pretty as she walked the red carpet at Teen Vogue's Young Hollywood Party in L.A. on Friday.

The 16-year-old actress wore an assymmetrical Versace Resort 2012 halter dress, featuring black and white stripes.

The dress is cute, but what I really love about this outfit is the accessories. Hailee's yellow shoes and clutch just pop and bring a little fun to the ensemble.

Kelly Clarkson: Mr. Know It All video

As promised, Kelly Clarkson released the music video for Mr. Know It All today, the single off her fifth studio album Stronger, due October 24.

Music videos are funny things, because sometimes they make me like a song better, and sometimes they ruin a song for me.

In this case, I'm happy to say, the video makes me like Mr. Know It All better!

In the clip, Ms. Clarkson performs in front of a wall of negative press and rumours that have plagued her to date.

She also sings to a faceless Mr. Know It All, who can pretty much just bug off.

I sense that Kelly's having a lot of fun with this release, which makes it a joy to watch. While I love love loved her last album All I Ever Wanted, I got the sense throughout that she was going through the motions, putting out a super poppy album to appease her label after the moodier My December.

This time around Kelly's clearly digging the music, and I am too!

Quick hits, in case you missed it

Took a break from blogging last week, as I packed up my apartment to move again over the weekend.

If I had time, here's a few things I might've blogged about:

-Arcade Fire won the Polaris Prize. I still have not listened to The Suburbs.

-J.D. Fortune, who has shockingly not won the Polaris Prize, is out of INXS. Again.

-Did you notice that former MuchMusic VJ Hannah Simone co-stars in the new Zooey Deschanel sitcom New Girl? 'Cause she does.

-How awesome was the season premiere of Parks & Recreation? So awesome. I'm still teary-eyed from the ending. Oh jesus.

-I got an email from a PR agency that opened "Hi Chris, Hilary Duff has been going through some really big life changes in the last month." I thought that was pretty funny.

-Modern Family premiered with two new episodes, and the reviews on New Lily were mixed. While Jackie's immediate reaction was "Ew New Lily!" Vanessa argued "She was silent enough to make me believe she was like the other Lily."

Kelly Clarkson: Mr. Know It All on Ellen

The voice of a generation, Kelegend Clarkson appeared on Ellen this week, and performed her new single Mr. Know It All.

Still not my favourite KC song of all time, but damn if she doesn't sell it with that perfect voice of hers.

Also, love the look.

Kelly also revealed to Ellen she's got her eye on a certain man -- but I think she might have to fight Jackie and Genia for him.

Amping up to the October 24 release of her new album Stronger, Kelly has revealed a behind-the-scenes look at the video for Mr. Know It All, which hits the interwebs this week. I like the concept, so I'm excited to see how it turns out!

Weekend deliciousness: Alex Pettyfer

Here's our first look at Alex Pettyfer on the set of Magic Mike, a movie in which he plays a character loosely based on Channing Tatum in his stripper days.

I like what I see. I like it a lot.

If you prefer Mr. Tatum, he's been walking around sans-shirt too.

Happy weekend!

Sesame Street does Glee better than Glee does Glee

Y'all know I gave up on the train wreck that is Glee early on in its second season, when it became abundantly clear they weren't even trying to write story lines, just sell CDs.

But that doesn't mean I'm above enjoying this fantastic parody Sesame Street put together.

Did Sesame Street do pop culture parodies when we were kids? Did they go over my head, and that's why I don't remember them?

The Look: Aubrey Plaza in Juan Carlos Obando

Here's one more gorgeous look from Sunday night's Emmy Awards in L.A.

Aubrey Plaza left Janet Snakehole behind, and lightened up in this lovely Juan Carlos Obando number, featuring halter neckline, draping bodice, and long train.

There's something old-school glam about this look from the 27-year-old Parks and Recreation star.

Ms. Plaza finished the look with gold bangles, wavy locks, pink lips and drop earrings.

Closeup of hair, makeup and accessories inside.

And for a fantastic, attitude-filled red carpet interview with Aubrey click here.

Sighting!

Big thanks to Linda for immediately texting me these photos of Nikita star Maggie Q at Golden Turtle in Toronto last night, getting a little takeout for dinner.

"I had a total stalker fail," Linda texted. "Tried to take incognito photo but forgot I had flash on."

Still -- worth it!

Undettered by the flash incident, Linda also took a snap of Maggie's sweater.

"I like to think it has patriotic Canadian geese," Linda texted.

I agree.

Maggie Q's CW show Nikita shoots in Toronto.

The Look: Julie Bowen in Oscar de la Renta

Julie Bowen went modern glam for last night's Emmy Awards in L.A.

(Didja catch my use of the word 'modern' there? Didja? Oh, good).

The now Emmy-winning star of Modern Family rocked a sleek black Oscar de la Renta dress, with metallic details and plunging neckline.

Adding to the sharp look was her super-straight ponytail, with added length.

I have a feeling Clive Bixby would go crazy for this look ...

John Krasinski in a suit

After all these years, I've still got a soft spot for big Jim.

John Krasinski was his tall, handsome self -- in a tux! -- at last night's Emmy Awards in L.A.

Oh to be Emily Blunt ...

The Look: Julia Stiles in Georges Hobeka Couture

Julia Stiles really caught my eye on the red carpet of last night's Emmy Awards in L.A.

The actress, nominated for her guest turn on Dexter last season, wore a lovely Georges Hobeka Fall 2011 Couture number in lilac-grey.

The strapless gown featured textured details throughout the bodice, and made for a soft and feminine choice for the star.

What do you think of Julia Stiles' Emmys dress?

Jon Hamm in a suit

I know I've got more than few Jon Hamm fans who read the blog on a regular basis.

So in case you missed last night's Emmy Awards, here's the Mad man looking dashing in a tux (alongside wife Jennifer Westfeldt).

Let's admit, he's had better hair days. But still, what a man.

You're welcome.

The Look: Cat Deeley in Monique Lhuillier

Cat Deeley was a golden goddess at last night's Emmy Awards in L.A.

The So You Think You Can Dance host wore a Monique Lhuillier Resort 2012 gown, featuring gold beading over white tulle.

Her look had a summer, beachy feel thanks to sun-kissed skin, and her wavy blonde locks.

I'm so glad Ms. Deeley is finally getting the recognition she deserves for being an amazing talent on-screen, and looking so damn hot in the process.

Adam Scott in a suit

Adam Scott walked the red carpet at last night's Emmy Awards, where Parks & Recreation was nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series.

Whenever I see this man I become consumed with "I want to have your baby" feelings, which lead me to tweet marriage proposals to him.

So yeah, let's sit here and stare at him in a suit for a day or two...

The Look: Nina Dobrev in Donna Karan

Nina Dobrev was absolute perfection on last night's Emmy Awards red carpet.

The 22-year-old Canadian Vampire Diaries star wore a stunning strapless Donna Karan gown in red, which fit like a glove. A gorgeous, feminine, form-fitting glove.

The fit totally shows of Dobrev's statuesque figure, as she completed the look with gorgeously-flowing locks and accessories by Neil Lane.

Flawless beauty.

2011 Emmy winners

Modern Family cleaned up at tonight's Emmy Awards, taking five trophies including Outstanding Comedy Series.

Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell -- that's Claire and Phil Dunphy to fans -- took home Oustanding Supporting Actress and Supporting Actor in a Comedy, respectively. They competed in their categories with the rest of the adult cast of the series.

MF also took awards for Writing and Directing in a Comedy Series.

Mike and Molly star Melissa McCarthy took home Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. The consensus here is that she won the award for her hilarious turn in Bridesmaids this summer, which I'll remind Emmy voters, is not a television series. I'm happy for Melissa, but still maintain Amy Poehler deserves that Emmy.

The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons, meanwhile, won Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.

Though old favourite Mad Men took Outstanding Drama Series, the drama side also saw many first-time winners.

Dearly-departed Friday Night Lights won for Outstanding Writing, as well as Outstanding Lead Actor for Kyle Chandler.

Margo Martindale was visibly taken by winning the award for Supporting Actress in a Drama for Justified, while Peter Dinklage took the Supporting Actor trophy for Game of Thrones.

Julianna Margulies rounded out the drama acting categories, winning Lead Actress in a Drama series for The Good Wife.

In the miniseries categories, Kate Winslet won an Emmy for Lead Actress for her role in Mildred Pierce. The actress is now three quarters of the way to EGOT glory, having previously won both an Oscar and a Grammy. (A Tony just seems inevitable at some point, right?)

For a full list of tonight's 2011 Emmy Award winners, click inside.

Thursday deliciousness: Jesse Spencer

Oh hey fans of House, here's a treat for you today.

Jesse Spencer was snapped on the beach in Malibu over the weekend, participating in the 6th annual Surfrider Foundation's Celebrity Expression.

The event raised funds for the organization, which protects the world's oceans and beaches, and provided a great view of this Australian cutie in the process.

Two more inside.

Happy Thursday!

Q&A: Connor Jessup talks TIFF film 'Amy George'

Photo: Josh Madson

Speaking to Connor Jessup about his new film at TIFF, I had to constantly remind myself the well-spoken actor and filmmaker is but 17-years-old.

(Yes, for those keeping count, that's a full 10 years younger than me. Probably you too.)

Raised right here in Toronto, Jessup speaks of his career in entertainment with ambitious clarity.

"I always had been into drama and acting when I was young – and I mean young-young, like four or five," he tells me of his beginnings.

Getting an agent at 11 led to his first acting gigs, and today he's featured on the Steven Spielberg sci-fi drama series Falling Skies.

Though he admits high school's getting in the way of attending too many TIFF screenings, he managed to find time this week to attend the TIFF premiere of Amy George, an independent film he executive produced at 15. (Find other screening times here).

Connor and I chatted last night about his involvement with the film, learning to produce low-budget, and how Hollywood's hijacked TIFF.

Quotable: Matt Damon

"Wow, I try not to envy, but I have to say Jake's got a damn good-looking head. He sure does have a beautiful round head. Normally you say, 'That's a beautiful head of hair, but that's a beautiful head he's got.' Gyllenhaal definitely gets the blue ribbon for the best bald head over me."

-- Matt Damon, comparing his and Jakey-Poo's bald heads (shaved for acting roles).

I think they both look mighty fine.

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Jonathan Taylor Thomas on ...

REUNITING WITH THE CAST OF HOME IMPROVEMENT FOR THIS EW PHOTOSHOOT:
"It was great, it obviously had been a number of years and it was really remarkable how easily everyone slipped back into our old banter and behavior with each other. It was though as nothing had changed, and we had literally stepped back onto the set. It really felt comfortable, the way we were joking with each other. It was like a family reunion, like old times."

WHAT HE'S BEEN UP TO LATELY:
"I’ve been going to school, and traveling quite a bit, getting to read a lot of books I’ve wanted to for quite some time. I think at this point, I’d eventually like to work behind the camera. That’s not to say I would never act again, I’m not quite sure to be honest. I still have a passion for TV and film could see myself working in it."

GETTING TEASED FOR HIS IDOL STATUS BACK IN THE DAY:
"Oh yeah, every once in a while, it was always in good humor. It was too tempting not to be brought up on occasion. There are too many things you could make fun of."

WHETHER HE'D GUEST ON TIM ALLEN'S NEW SITCOM:
"That has not come up yet. We’ll see about that. I’m sure they have a lot of stories they want to get to."

More at the source.

Kelly Clarkson: Mr. Know It All video stills

Would you look how gorgeous Kelegend Clarkson looks on the set of her new Mr. Know It All video?!

I can't wait to see the clip, or for the new album Stronger to be released on October 24.

Have you listened to the new single yet?

More of this, Anderson Cooper

Anderson Cooper celebrated the second day of his daytime talk show yesterday by offering his loyal fans quite the gift: the sight of his hot, shirtless body.

He may have had to suffer through a segment in which he gets a spray tan with Snooki, but let me tell you, totally worth it for me.

Also featured on yesterday's show: Kathy Griffin's weekend visit to Anderson's house, which resulted in hilarity, lots of adorable giggling, and a dip in the pool, featuring more shirtlessness.

All this one episode? Keep it up, and I might have to get a TiVo just to keep up with you, Andy.

The Kathy Griffin segments are inside.

On the cover: Armie Hammer for Details

Armie Hammer is dubbed Hollywood's new prince charming on the October 2011 cover of Details.

The 25-year-old star of The Social Network next appears as J. Edgar Hoover’s longtime assistant (and lover) in the new biopic J. Edgar.

He's also shooting a role as -- yes -- Prince Charming alongside Julia Roberts in a live-action adapatation of Snow White, and he tells the mag he fought to maintain a little reflection of masculinity in the film.

“Julia had a line about how smooth my chest is and it’s not," he says. "So the producers were like, ‘Okay, just shave him.’ And I was like, ‘WHOA. I spent 25 years earning this chest hair. I’m wearing purple tights and a codpiece, so, please, let me keep my manhood.’”

Though Mr. Hammer comes from a background of privilege, and is heir to a vast oil fortune, he says those around him keep him humble.

“I could have turned out that way and run in those circles,” he says. “But I’m glad I didn’t. Besides, I have too many real friends, and this wife, who—if I ever acted like that—would smack me so hard, right in the mouth.”

For more of Armie Hammer's Details cover story click here.

So You Think You Can Dance Canada canceled!

I am legitimately saddened to blog that CTV has canceled So You Think You Can Dance Canada after four seasons.

The news comes two days after I attended the finale taping, which saw Jordan Clark of Tottenham, Ont. crowned Canada's favourite dancer.

While I've long given the show's on-air personalities a hard time for not being Cat Deeley, fans and critics have consistently praised the show for the dancing talent, as Canada's contestants really stood up and at times exceeded the talent on the original American show.

Money and ratings are being blamed for the cancellation. Though it averaged more than a million viewers per week this season, Sunday's season finale was down 30 per cent over last year. CTV similarly canceled Canadian Idol in 2008 after six seasons, with belief being the network was dedicating its finances to SYTYCDC.

Here's official word via the Toronto Star from Scott Henderson, vice-president, communications, Bell Media:

“The producers of So You Think You Can Dance Canada created four seasons of groundbreaking, high-quality television, delivering on a creative level everything you could ask for as broadcaster, and ending on a creative high note. After four seasons and 92 episodes, CTV has decided to pursue other program strategies. This decision was made after careful consideration, including viewership and economic factors. We remain extremely proud of the legacy of So You Think You Can Dance Canada, including raising the profile of dance in this country.”

And here's the reaction of SYTYCDC's talent. Note the jabs at CTV:

TRE ARMSTRONG, JUDGE:
“I’m really upset because this was a passion of mine, this was my life. Canada really deserves this show still, we really want it. We still need it. The dancers across Canada still need this platform to shine. It really is such a horrible shame that it’s gone so quickly. Too quickly. It was the second highest rated show. I really don’t understand what happened.”

JEAN-MARC GENEREUX, JUDGE:
“I have no regrets as far as what we produced. But (I have) a lot of questions in my head about why a network like CTV, an independent network, who always said they were going to do the best, the best, the best, which is what we were and we’re no longer apparently on air.

“At the end of the day, I don’t understand why a network would do this. Our production was responsible for the entire dance industry in Canada. (The show) was about one thing: culture and dance. I’m really, really sad, but dancing just lost its platform in Canada.”

BLAKE MCGRATH, CHOREOGRAPHER AND GUEST JUDGE:
“SYTYCDC has changed dance in our country forever. It’s unfortunate that it has been cancelled, even with high ratings, amazing production and incredible dancers. Sad that Canada will not be blessed to watch the younger generation of dancers. I am positive they will be given their time to shine elsewhere."

The Look: Elizabeth Olsen in Erdem

Elizabeth Olsen brought a pretty punch of colour to the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of her film Martha Marcy May Marlene on Sunday.

The 22-year-old actress (and sister of M-K and Ashley) wore a gorgeous flowing floral Erdem Resort 2012 gown.

While the dress ages her a little bit, I sure can't hold it against her, as I love this last breath of summer air she's giving us on the red carpet.

Elizabeth accessorized with a Salvatore Ferragamo Swarovski crystal clutch.

Two more inside.

On the cover: Reese Witherspoon for Marie Claire

Reese Witherspoon is pretty in pink on the October 2011 cover of Marie Claire.

The 35-year-old actress and mother of two opens up to the mag about her second marriage, to Jim Toth.

"I got lucky. I did. I got very lucky, and he's so wonderful with the children," she says. "I'm very blessed."

That feeling didn't necessarily come overnight, however. It took time to recover from her divorce from Ryan Philippe.

"I was hard on myself when I got divorced. And until I got remarried, I don't think I realized how stressed I was," she says. "I feel so much relief. I don't think I realized how stressed I was being a single parent. It was really, really stressful. It's not easy on anybody."

One more photo from the shoot inside

The Look: Cat Deeley in Matthew Williamson

Cat Deeley was gorgeous in royal blue as she walked the red carpet at Saturday's Creative Arts Emmy Awards in L.A., where the So You Think You Can Dance star was nominated for Outstanding Reality Show Host.

Jeff Probst took home the prize, but Ms. Deeley sure rocks a red carpet gown better than he ever could!

The British hostess with the mostess wore a sleek Matthew Williamson dress, featuring cutout back, and details around the shoulders.

She accessorized with dangling Bulgari earrings, and finished the look with super-straight locks.

Deeley knew who she could trust for her big night -- Williamson is actually a personal friend.

"Ready to go! Matthew Williamson is the best friend a girl could have!" she tweeted before the show.

Ch-check out a gorgeous closeup of her hair, makeup and accessories inside!

On the cover: Kate Winslet for V

Kate Winslet channels Elizabeth Taylor for the September 2011 cover of V Magazine.

Mario Testino shot the 35-year-old British actress as one of her heroes for the special 'heroes' issue of the mag.

The cover story sees Ms. Winslet open up about early acting ambitions, nude scenes, and parenting. That includes this touching anecdote involving her seven-year-old son Joe.

"I like the diversity that my children are exposed to every day. I love the way their brains work. Joe turns to me the other day and says 'One day I will have a girlfriend or a boyfriend, darling. Which would you prefer?' And I said 'My love, that would be entirely up to you, and it doesn't make any difference to me.' But that he knows! It's a real privilege. Talk about the best education."

Aw, what a cute story! And what a great seven-year-old, calling his mom darling! Everything about this quote I love. More photos from the shoot inside.

Sarah Chalke coming to Cougar Town!

Oh this just makes me so happy.

The super-hilarious tragically-underrated Sarah Chalke is joining the super-hilarious tragically-underrated Cougar Town for a major arc in season three!

The former Scrubs star joins the cul de sac crew as Travis' photography professor and a love interest for one Mr. Bobby Cobb.

Fans of funny TV will know that Bill Lawrence is the creator and executive producer of both Scrubs and Cougar Town, so Sarah's casting is no coincidence. In fact, Christa Miller, Courteney Cox, Ken Jenkins, Zach Braff and Scott Foley have all appeared on both Scrubs and Cougar Town in varying capacities now. Mr. Lawrence likes to keep it in the family!

Ms. Chalke also recently signed a development/talent holding deal with 20th Century Fox Television, which will look to develop a new project for the actress come fall, or cast her in a series in progress.

And though Cougar Town doesn't have a premiere date just yet, Lawrence says we can expect it to change its name, possibly to one of the following options: Friends With Beverages, Sunshine State or The Drinking Age.

Which title do you prefer? And don't you think Sarah Chalke will fit right in on Cougar Town? Can't wait!

Q&A: The New Cities' Nick Denis

The challenge of creating a rocking sophomore album was nothing for the guys of The New Cities -- they just followed their instincts to produce the next level of synth-pop goodness.

To be released September 27, Kill The Lights is the Montreal-based band's followup to 2009's award-nominated Lost In City Lights. Its debut single Heatwave had heads bopping and toes tapping across Canada this summer.

I recently got the scoop on the new album and tour details from Nick Denis, one of the band's two keyboardists, who also divulged his favourite tour-mates, and what he's been listening to this summer.

Jordan Clark is Canada's favourite dancer

Jordan Clark was named Canada's favourite dancer during tonight's fourth season finale of So You Think You Can Dance Canada.

The final moments of the show saw the competition come down to the 19-year-old contemporary dancer from Tottenham, Ont. and 23-year-old Melissa Mitro, also a contemporary dancer, from Richmond Hill, Ont.

The other finalists coming into tonight's finale were Matt Marr (second runner-up), Lindsay Leuscher, Shane Simpson and Christian Millette (one hunk of man, let me tell you).

I attended the taping of tonight's finale, and can say it was truly a joyful exhibition of top dancing talent. Not having watched the whole season, it was also a super-quick way to get acquainted with the very deserving talent, and it was lovely to see how emotionally caught up they were in the whole experience. The way the contestants spoke of the journey, their hard work, and the support they got from the choreographers and fellow dancers, it felt like a graduation of sorts. And you know how I love a good celebratory ritual.

As per my first visit to the show earlier this season, audience-warmup guy Josh Hellyer owned my heart from the start, being all cute and shit in his bedazzled argyle sweater.

Nine -- count 'em, nine -- judges came back to highlight their favourite routines from the season, including my personal faves Mary Murphy, Rex Harrington (who made a great honey badger reference!) and Mia Michaels. Having this many judges on the panel thankfully meant not any single one could ramble on as they sometimes like to do. Phew!

And say what you will about Leah Miller, but I really appreciated how emotional she got in the results, wiping away tears as each of the six finalists gave thank you speeches.

The show was live-to-tape, and due to costume and set restrictions a number of the performances were pre-taped or re-aired from their original broadcasts. That includes all the group numbers, except for the 'Final 6' routine choreographed by Sean Cheesman. I would've loved to see Stacey Tookey's 9/11 tribute live in person.

But as it was, I was once again in awe of the talent on that stage. As you know, the thing I love about So You Think You Can Dance is that it really is about celebrating talent, boosting up the dancers and showcasing what they can do. And as I watched some of the season's top routines unfold before my eyes, I thought the experience these dancers are living must feel like nothing else. Because even as a lowly audience member, it felt pretty unbelievable.

Congrats Jordan!

Bridesmaids bloopers

The movie of the summer Bridesmaids is on DVD and Blu-Ray September 20, and some kind YouTuber has been generous enough to post the movie's hilarious nine-minute gag reel.

I imagine this will be removed from YouTube post-haste, so push play now to catch Melissa McCarthy being awesome, Maya and Kristen singing joyful music, a whole lot of asshole talk, and Jon Hamm in his underwear.

Seriously, how awesome is Kristen Wiig's life that she got to spend hours in bed with underwear-clad Jon Hamm poking her and laughing away?

This DVD will be joining my collection real soon.

2011 #GeminiAwards press room photos

Lloyd Braun prevented me from sharing a room with Jason Priestley last night.

You see, Peter Keleghan won the Best Actor in a Comedy Gemini for his work on 18 to Life, over Priestley for Call Me Fitz. This means Keleghan (who also appeared as Braun in an episode of Seinfeld back in the day), was the one to come backstage for photos and a Q&A, where I eagerly awaited Brandon Walsh.

That's okay though, I'm feeling pretty zen about the whole thing. If I took anything away from the low-key nature of last night's press room, it's that I shouldn't be afraid to approach a Canadian celebrity when I have the chance. In fact, as I left the CBC building, my heart got all aflutter at a vision of Priestley walking in my direction. "Should I ask him for a photo?! I have to!"

Turns out it was just another scruffy, good-looking Canadian man. So I didn't stop him for a photo. That might've been weird for the guy.

Gemini Award-winning talent that did grace the press room for photos, in addition to Keleghan, includes Rick Mercer, Tracy Dawson, Callum Keith Rennie, Michelle Thrush, plus performers Deborah Cox, Jim Cuddy and host Russell Peters.

Take a flip through my snaps, above.

This photo makes me happy

Dollface Daniel Radcliffe joined fellow dollface Anderson Cooper to shoot an episode of his new daytime talkshow, aptly titled Anderson.  And here's the photo to prove it!

The duo share a Broadway connection, as Cooper serves as narrator for How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, which currently stars Radcliffe.

There's so much adorable going on in this photo, I just can't handle it. 

And how excited are we that Anderson Cooper will be gracing our televisions in jeans and open-collared checked shirts everyday?! Very !

Daniel's episode of the talker airs next Tuesday, September 13, the day after the show premieres.

Ryan Gosling is coming to TIFF!

And starting today, here are some of othe other celebs we should be on the lookout for in Toronto...

CANADIAN ICONS: Sarah Polley, Deepa Metha

A-LIST STUDS: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Clive Owen, Gerard Butler

SO DAMN GORGEOUS: Freida Pinto, Rachel Weisz, Jennifer Garner, Jennifer Hudson, Juliette Binoche, Salma Hayek

MONDAY DELICIOUSNESS MATERIAL: Alexander Skarskard, Gael Garcia Bernal, Hugh Dancy, Scott Speedman, Seann William Scott

FORMER TV TEENAGERS: Adam Brody, Alexis Bledel, Evan Rachel Wood

HOT YOUNG HOLLYWOOD: Bryce Dallas Howard, Carrey Mulligan, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Keira Knightley, Lauren Ambrose, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams, Tom Hiddleston, Chloe Moretz

PAWNEE PLAYERS: Adam Scott, Chris Pratt

AN IDEAL MAN: Jon Hamm

PLEASE BRING BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN WITH YOU: Megan Fox

HOT GOSSIPS: Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, Chace Crawford

CRUELLA DeVILLE: Glenn Close

FUNNY GALS AND GUYS: Maya Rudolph, Sarah Silverman, Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill, Albert Brooks

OFF THE TV: Hugh Laurie, James Gandolfini

ACTORS MY BROTHER DESPISES: Nicolas Cage

MUSICIANS: Pearl Jam, U2, Neil Young

MORE FIERCE THAN ANY OF US: Tilda Swinton

A full list of expected guests is here.  TIFF runs today through September 18.

Nine quotes from the #GeminiAwards press room

Call Me Fitz star Tracy Dawson in the Gemini Awards press room.

Since I was in the Gemini Awards press room last night and you weren't, I thought I'd bring you a collection of sound bites from the award-winning talent who participated in Q&As.

TRACY DAWSON, Call Me Fitz, on whether the show's ever gone too far:
"There's been times where I've read something, and I think I like things to go pretty far, and I've read something and I've gone 'Whoa! I cant' believe it.' And then I'm like 'I love it!' I mean, if TMN and HBO Canada are into it ... Everybody's fair game. It's all equal in terms of who you're going to attack, make fun of, poop on. So let's just make it a free-for-all."

PETER KELEGHAN, 18 to Life, on the show's cancellation
"It's not the icing on the cake to win this, I think this might be the dirt on the coffin or something. It's over, it's done. I'm glad some part of it was celebrated. I had the greatest time with the greatest people."

CALLUM KEITH RENNIE, Shattered, on a tendency to play dark characters
"I think that's how I'm perceived rather than how I am, but that's nice for me."

RICK MERCER:
"We never talk about mayors [on The Rick Mercer Report], but it's going to be very tempting not to this year."

MICHELLE THRUSH, Blackstone, on the significance of the show:
"It's honest. It's real. It's the stories from our own people, our own communities. It's about time that we as Aboriginal people were able to tell our own stories from our own points of view and not having other people telling our stories."

SHEILA HOCKIN, producer, The Borgias, on the appeal of a period drama:
"I think there's a large audience that have a huge interest for large-scale historical programming. And I think that there's some times in our history when we're not so interested in looking at today, we want to look at yesterday or several centuries ago. And I think a lot of people, myself included, they just love learning about those times and they love the cosutmes and the pageantry, it's almost a fantasy in a way. It's a historical fantasty, it takes you out of contemproary life."

PETER KELEGHAN, 18 to Life:
"Hands up, how many people have seen the show? [Observes hands up] That's not bad, it's Canadian. How many people can tell me about Snooki's character?"

TRACY DAWSON, Call Me Fitz, on getting the part:
"I started off as a writer on this show. And I was in the writers' room, and I had acted for 15 years, and I was moving away from acting and into writing. And one of the writers on the show said 'Tracy should play this role,' and I thought it would never happen. And lo and behold, after many auditions and rewriting the character to be more my age, it happened. And I can't even believe that I got the part and... and I started off in the writers' room and that everybody took a chance on me, it's really great."

MICHELLE THRUSH, Blackstone, on finding the lighter side of the drama:
"The cool thing about my character is she is also very funny, and laughter is what has kept our culture alive and thriving. The laughter and the happiness, it's not all about the darkness, it's about the survival."

2011 Gemini Award winners

The Gemini Awards were quick and to the point on CBC tonight, as trophies for seven top categories were handed out within one hour.

Host Russell Peters took shots at the CBC, Canadian reality TV, and nominated series, before a plethora of Canadian celebs handed out the hardware.

Rick Mercer Report walked away with the award for Best Comedy Series, while The Borgias took top honours in the Drama Series category.

The acting awards were spread across a number of nominated shows. On the drama side, Callum Keith Rennie was honoured for his work on police procedural Shattered, while Michelle Thrush took Best Actress for APTN's Blackstone.

Peter Keleghan picked up Best Actor in a Comedy for the canceled CBC series 18 to Life, while Call Me Fitz star Tracy Dawson took Best Actress in a Comedy.

Rounding out the winner's list, James Duthie was named Best Host or Interviewer in a Sportscast for his work on NHL All-Star Fantasy Draft.

Keep scrolling for a selected list of Gemini winners, honoured in ceremonies last week.

Kelly Clarkson: Stronger cover art

Ch-check out the just-released cover art for Kelegend Clarkson's fifth studio album Stronger.

There's a little bit of weird photoshopping going on around the forehead/hairline for me, but otherwise I really like it.

The singer released the artwork on her website today, and announced it will now be released on October 24, as opposed to the initially-announced October 25.

Hey, after all the delays we've suffered through with this album, I readily welcome new Kelly a day earlier!

Heading to the Geminis tonight ...

Jason Priestley, Allan Hawco, underwear. Great moments in Canadian television.

Tonight at 8 p.m., the Gemini Awards will be handed out on CBC, honouring the best in Canadian television.

After airing on Global for the past few years, I can already pinpoint two positive changes the Ceeb has brought to the annual kudofest:

1. It's airing Wednesday night in primetime, as opposed to Saturday evening when no one is home watching TV.
2. I was invited to hang out in the press room.

Yes friends, follow me on the Twitter tonight, to catch behind-the-scenes action from this award show you didn`t know you cared about.

If we're lucky, scheduled presenters/Canadian studmuffins Jason Priestley and Allan Hawco (above, in what I can only hope reflects their dress code tonight) will be within grabbing distance.  (Can you imagine getting a handful of Brandon Walsh?!)

Hosted by Russell Peters, other scheduled presenters include Catherine O'Hara ("Kev-ahn!"), Dr. Seaver, er I mean, Alan Thicke, and a couple Degrassi kids.

Jim Cuddy, City & Colour and Deborah Cox are scheduled to perform.

While seven major categories will be handed out tonight, including Best Drama and Best Comedy series, the majority of the awards were given out in ceremonies last week.  The full winner's list is here and here, though I've combed through to bring you the following highlights:

BEST CHILDREN'S OR YOUTH FICTION PROGRAM:
Degrassi

BEST DRAMATIC MINISERIES OR TV MOVIE:
The Pillars of the Earth

BEST HOST OR INTERVIEWER IN A GENERAL/HUMAN INTEREST OR TALK PROGRAM OR SERIES (yes, that is the actual category name):
George Stroumboulopoulos, George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight

BEST MUSIC, VARIETY PROGRAM OR SERIES:
Battle of the Blades

BEST PERFORMANCE IN A CHIDLREN'S OR YOUTH PROGRAM OR SERIES:
Jordan Todosey, Degrassi

BEST PERFORMANCE IN AN ANIMATED PROGRAM OR SERIES:
Gordon Pinsent, Babar and the Adventure of Badou

BEST PERFORMANCE OR HOST IN A VARIETY PROGRAM OR SERIES :
Adam Beach, Evan Adams, the 18th Annual National Aboriginal Achievement Awards

BEST REALITY PROGRAM OR SERIES:
Dragon's Den

BEST NEWS ANCHOR
Dawna Friesen, Global National

BEST SPORTS ANCHOR
Jay Onrait, SportsCentre

BEST TALK SERIES
George Stroumboloupolous Tonight

On the cover: Rachel Bilson for Women's Health

Rachel Bilson is beautiful on the October 2011 cover of Women's Health.

The 30-year-old actress returns to TV September 26 as star of The CW's Hart of Dixie.

She tells the mag she's still waiting to feel the effects of turning such a milestone age.

"Everyone tells you that things are going to change, so I'm waiting for something to happen.  Like I'm going to grow another boob!" she says with a laugh.

Three more lovely photos inside.

Parks & Recreation season 3 bloopers

I just watched 23 minutes of Parks & Recreation season three bloopers, and I feel great about it!

Yes, you read correctly.  As if there wasn't already so much to love about Parks & Rec, those generous fools are offering 23 minutes of bloopers on the new season three DVDs, available now.

We're still a couple weeks from the season four premiere, so why not fill that void in your heart with these bloopers?

Having just spent 23 minutes watching them, I can guarantee the following: Lil Sebastian references, Rob Lowe dancing , Adam Scott being adorable, Amy Poehler's amazing cackle, fart talk, Jean-Ralphio being Jean-Ralphio.

Obviously so worth it.

Click inside for part two.