That's So Hollywood: 2/16 Edition - Last Show!

He's done it before, and we're sure this won't be the last time...

Heart throb Robert Buckley, who's now appearing in the new NBC show based on Candace Bushnell's book, "Lipstick Jungle," stops by to whip the TSH girls into a tizzy.

Valentine's Day got a whole lot more steamy at Bebe's launch party and fashion show for its lingerie line at the Element nightclub in Hollywood.

We had to really push Mark out the door to cover this one.

TSH's Michael Brownlee had the really tough assignment this week.

He had the difficult task of heading over to the NAACP Image Awards and hanging out with some of the biggest and hottest stars who were there.

Our favorite celebrity expert Shira Lazar discusses the good, bad and ugly of crystal meth in the entertainment industry.

Link: Shira's Blog - The Pop Report

How does Robert Buckley feel about being known as the hot dude who gets to kiss the leading ladies? And... which one didn't he get to kiss?

As always... we pose the really tough questions to our guests in our TSH Web Extra.

That's So Hollywood: 2/9 Edition

Michael Urie plays the deliciously devious Marc St. James on ABC's 'Ugly Betty.' Gotta love to hate him or hate to love him in that role!

What you may not know... Michael's also an accomplished stage actor. He's now appearing in 'Dickie & Babe' at The Blank's 2nd Stage Theatre in Santa Monica.

Hollywood insider Shira Lazar discusses the impact of celebrity endorsements on the campaign for President.

Link: Shira's Blog - The Pop Report

Take a look at the latest fad in product placement: commercial "mashups" like the ones made to promote the upcoming movie, 'Jumper.'

Shameless promotional technique? Maybe... but the ads are actually really cool to watch!

Michael Brownlee is with the striking Hollywood writers who may have something to cheer about very soon... a possible end to the ongoing Wrtiers Guild of America strike.

Could it mean new TV shows are coming back? Dare to dream?

Oh, the things you hear in our That's So Hollywood Web extras... like what Michael Urie's fave reality show is and why.

Plus, is he trying to start a rumor about Liz? She's got a WHAT in the green room?!

That's So Hollywood: 2/2 Edition

Vince Vaughn and his merry band of comedians showed off the hilarious "Wild West Comedy Show" in Hollywood this week... but the bigger show may have been the smooch-fest on the red carpet.

Guess it's safe to say that Drew Barrymore's a "Mac" girl.

Box office analyst Paul Dergarabedian joins Mark, Amy and Arden to chat about this year's "un-sexy" Oscar nominees.

 

Sarah Bolger stars in the upcoming movie, 'The Spiderwick Chronicles', based on the series of fantasy books for kids.

Sarah and her older sister, Emma, also co-starred in the charming movie about Irish immigrants... "In America."
 

You may remember comedienne Jo Anne Worley from "Laugh In" and "Love American Style" (who could forget her?)... among other places over the years.

Now, you can catch her in the critically-acclaimed and award-winning musical "Wicked."
 

That's So Hollywood: 1/26 Edition

You may remember (a red-headed) Laura Prepon from 'That 70s Show.' A little blonder... Laura now co-stars in ABC's series, 'October Road.'

She'll also be appearing in the upcoming independent film, "The Chosen One."

Crustacean was hailed as the best new restaurant by Esquire when it opened in the late 1970s... and it's a good thing that some things don't change. The restaurant has been praised worldwide for its Euro-Vietnamese food and design ever since. Lots of celebs love it, too!

Link: Crustacean on myfoxla's HOTLIST

This Fresh Face profile's a little different. We take a look at the amazing world of the extreme skiers in the documentary 'Steep.'

Get a vicarious glimpse into the death-defying exploits of these daredevils by writer-director Mark Obenhaus.
 

Laura and the TSH crew get to the really good stuff in the Web Extra this week... her Maxim bikini shoot.

Thought that might get your attention... : )

That's So Hollywood: 1/19 Edition

If you heard the name Ken Davitian and didn't know who that was... chances are you either didn't see "Borat" or just weren't paying enough attention to the the guy who wrestled naked with Sacha Baron Cohen in the movie.

Now you can catch him in the new spoof flick, "Meet the Spartans."

As you may have noticed, Lauren Sanchez has been away from the TSH set for a a while.

She's been a little busy... with new a new addition to her family. Meet Lauren's daughter, Elanor Patricia!

A funny spoof called "Hollywood Residential" is about to go on the air... and once it does, home make-over shows will never be the same.

Pop Report's Shira Lazar weighs in on some of what's making headlines in Hollywood this week.... including the deal with Eddie Murphy's two-week (sort of) marriage... and split after just two weeks!

Link: Shira's Blog - The Pop Report

What if you had a time machine that would let you erase your most embarrassing moments? That's the premise behind the Disney Channel movie, Minutemen."

Meet some of the movie's fresh faces... including one young actor with a name that may sound VERY familiar.
 

Here's your weekly dose of extra TSH goodness available only on the Web... more chit-chat with actor Ken Davitian.

Now, did you also know that Ken's a restaurateur? He has two French dip sandwich restaurants called 'The Dip'... in Sherman Oaks and Hollywood & Highland.

That's So Hollywood: 1/12 Edition

Thomas Dekker plays John Connor, the guy who will one day save humanity from robots, in the new FOX show, "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles." Question is... who's going to save him from Mark, Arden and Liz on the set of "That's So Hollywood?"

See also: Terminator TSCC Premiere Party

Kim Serafin, senior editor for "In Touch Weekly" magazine, joins us on TSH for an in-depth look at what we like to affectionately refer to as the latest "controversies" in the entertainment industry. Can you say Britney... Dr. Phil... and Hillary Clinton?

Link: In Touch Weekly

"L’effleur des Sens" is an amazingly sensuous and imaginative variety show reminiscent of French cabaret, as envisioned by director and choreographer, Cati Jean. Take a look... but don't say we didn't warn you that these lovely ladies have a way of luring you in!

Link: L’effleur des Sens

Steve Kmetko has the lowdown on implications of the Writers' Guild strike on awards season (or the lack thereof... ) here in Hollywood and on the entertainment industry as a whole.

(What'll happen to all that lovely awards season swag?!)

Here's a little more with Thomas Dekker from "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles." Say that title five times fast... yikes!

You do know he's the second "Heroes" alum that we've had on the show, right?
 

That's So Hollywood: 1/5 Edition

Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker's new movie, "The Great Debaters", is based on the true story of a Texas professor who led students to form a debate team that ended up challenging Harvard in a national championship.

Meet two actors playing the debaters themselves... Nate Parker and  Denzel Whitaker. (yes... there's a story behind the name!)

Celebrity blogger and analyst Shira Lazar discusses the Screen Actors Guild announcement that actors will be boycotting the Golden Globes.

Link: Shira's Blog - The Pop Report

Actress Shannyn Sossamon's first big screen role was in "A Knight's Tale" way back in 2001. She recently starred in the independent flick, "Wristcutters: A Love Story." Her current movie, "One Missed Call", is scaring its way into theaters now.

Shannon Trivia: Her full name is Shannon Marie Kahoolani Sossamon, which landed her a spot on VH1's "Awesomely Wacky Celebrity Baby Names" list.

TSH's Suzanne Marques has the lowdown on Britney Spears' hospital stint and child custody issues.

If you missed the whole thing or just want to relive the experience as it happened live on myfoxla.com... check here.

Here's a little more with Denzel Whitaker and Nate Parker of "The Great Debaters." They're just too smooth for words.

Check 'em out in this edition's TSH Web Extra.

That's So Hollywood: 12/29 Edition

John Hensley, who you may recognize from the hit show "Nip/Tuck", is now sinking his teeth into the big screen. The movie, appropriately enough, is called "Teeth."

What's it about and what was it like to be a part of? Oh, you'll have to watch the interview for the answers to those questions!

Actor Paul Dano may be most recognized from his role as Dwayne in the movie, "Little Miss Sunshine." Maybe you know him as singer and lead guitarist for the band Mook.

He's about to become a lot more familiar, as he stars alongside Daniel Day Lewis in the upcoming adaptation of Paul Thomas Anderson's "There Will Be Blood."

The Writers Guild strike continues... and the labor dispute's effects are about to become a lot more widespread with the impending blackout of scripted shows in January.

TV Guide's Mary Murphy shares her thoughts on what that's going to mean for all of us.

TSH's Michael Brownlee checks in as "Broadway on Ice" performances start at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts.

The show combines the best Tony award-winning Broadway show tunes with the grace of an ensemble of champion skaters, including Olympic Gold Medalist Dorothy Hamill.

Here's something you might not know about actor John Hensley... he was once a horse wrangler. (whoa!)

How does that transfer to his current line of work? And where has his Kentucky accent gone? You know you'll only find out here in our Web Extra!

That's So Hollywood: 12/22 Edition

Actress and comedienne Luenell made a splash in the hit movie "Borat." If you thought she was wonderfully funny there, you'll love her on the TSH set with Mark, Liz and Arden.

Link: Luenell's MySpace Page

Jeff Bowler co-founded Insomnia Media Group, which represents Hollywood talent, finances project and produces films.

As someone affected by the Writers Guild strike on a number of fronts, he's got a keen sense of what's happening with the dispute.

Link: Insomnia Media Group Web Site

This week's selection for the TSH Fresh Face... Edwards Sanders, who's getting rave reviews in the new Tim Burton movie starring Johnny Depp, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street."

Sanders was nominated for Best Young Actor by the Film Critics Association for his role in the movie. Check him out.

The fate of this year's awards shows are in doubt due to the continuing Writers Guild of America strike. The WGA refused to issue waivers to allow union members to work on some shows.

TSH's Steve Kmetko has the scoop as one awards presentation, the People's Choice Awards, draws near.

Ah, something a little different this week... we meet two fearless members of the security staff here at the FOX 11 studios. Smile for the camera, ladies!

Plus, Luenell takes a mo to show off her fine manicure.

That's So Hollywood: 12/15 Edition

Frances Callier and Angela Shelton make up the comic duo "Frangela." You'll know them from NPR, the VH1 show "Best Week Ever," among other ventures.

This pair of "Second City" alums' irreverent take on Hollywood (and pretty much any other topic you can think of) has made them a comic team to beat.

R.J. Williams, at just 29, has already carved out a spot as a successful Hollywood entrepreneur. He's gone from actor to creator and host of the Young Hollywood Web site.

Williams joined Mark, Liz and Arden to talk celebrity scoop.

Link: YoungHollywood.com

The latest installment of the successful horror-suspense "Alien" and "Predator" franchises hits theaters this holiday season with "AVPR: Aliens vs. Predator Requiem." Unfortunately, it's Earth that suffers with these guys, as usual.

Steve Kmetko has a preview of what's in store for us!

There are all kinds of Elvis impersonators out there, but this one's shtick is just different enough to grab TSH's attention.

It's Jelvis, the Jewish Elvis, aka Willard Morgan. Trust us, you have to see it to believe it.

Link: Jelvis' Web Site

Fran and Angela of "Frangela" dish more in our Web Extra... and give props where they're due.

What ever could they have to say about Hannah Montana? The answer's here!

Link: Frangela's Web Site

Mark Thompson's back from vacation... so that means it's time once again for a behind-the-scenes look at "That's So Hollywood" as he sticks his own video camera in their faces. Yay!!!

There is a secret we had to cut out of this edition. Fear not... we'll fill you in later.

That's So Hollywood: 12/8 Edition

For some, the "revelation" that Jodie Foster is gay is about as surprising as hearing that Ellen is.

Coming out in Hollywood is still risky... a provocative issue made for entertainment analyst Tina Dirmann of E! Online's "Planet Gossip."

Pete Wiggins may only be six years old... but he's already known all over the place, thanks to his appearance in a nationwide Kaiser Permanente commercial.

Faces don't get much fresher than that, so we had Pete in to talk about his lengthy acting career... plus a couple of more kid-oriented topics!

Grammy nominations have been announced, and some of the nominees on the list this year just go to show you that sometimes artists hit their peaks... just as their personal lives are falling apart.

Steve Kmetko has the story from the Staples Center.

Some very cool movie memorabilia's up for grabs... at the Profiles in History Auction.

Just a few items on the block: The endoskeleton from "The Terminator"... Marilyn Monroe's prescription bottles... and Jim Carrey's "Grinch" costume, just in time for the holidays!

Lauren, Liz and Arden didn't have Mark around to bug them this week, so we elfed them to make them feel better.

Check out the link and you can get elfed, too!

Link: OfficeMax's "Elf Yourself"

That's So Hollywood: 12/1 Edition

KaDee Strickland has had roles in high-profile movies like "The Sixth Sense", "Girl Interrupted", and "American Gangster."

She's not a doctor, but she plays one on TV... Dr. Charlotte King on ABC's hit show, "Private Practice." Believe us, she's a lot nicer than her character! : )

Brad Pitt says "no" to nude scenes now that he's a dad, but another Hollywood celebrity says he'll be posing in "Penthouse."

Entertainment maven Shira Lazar's got the naked truth about that story and more.

Link: Shira's Blog - The Pop Report

Celebrities + Fashion = True Love... so when the Hollywood elite get the chance to mix shopping with charity, it's a win-win situation. That's the idea behind "Divine Design."

TSH's Suzanne Marques gave us the scoop... before maxing out her credit card.

Does the phrase "gentlemen's club" conjure up images of busty pole dancers for you? Well, there's another kind of gentlemen's club... the kind you'd picture the Rat Pack frequenting in a classier era.

What's old is new again at Matador Alcove in Costa Mesa.

Celebrity photographer Sam Jones started his career as a photojournalist for the Associated Press. He's shot for magazines like "Time", "Vanity Fair", and "Esquire."

Now, he's put out a compilation of his work called "The Here and Now." Very cool.

"Grace Is Gone" is a four-hankie drama about a young father whose wife has just been killed in the line of duty in Iraq. John Cusack stars in the movie's title role. James C. Strouse writes and directs.

TSH's Cristy Fajardo was at the premiere in Hollywood.

If the on-air interview just wasn't enough for you, we continue our time with KaDee Strickland here in our TSH Web extra.

It's always more fun than what they do on the air anyway... ha!

Just when we thought we spotted a trend (Mark busting in on our guests in the TSH Green Room...), he doesn't do that!

This time around, sounds like Arden might have some jealously issues. Arden, please... you're amazing!

That's So Hollywood: 11/24 Edition

Comedian and actor Andy Dick joins the TSH gang with a couple of mimes. Sound bizarre?

Of course it is, it's Andy Dick. See what the "first time director" has to say about Hollywood.

Hollywood insider Tina Dirmann joins us from E! to dish on the latest backlash over paparazzi in Hollywood and how the relationship between the photographers and celebrities is reaching a boiling point.

Lisa Rinna was a big hit on "Dancing with the Stars."  Now she's taking the next step with a new dance class and DVD with fellow "Dancing" alum Louis van Amstel.

Links: Dance Class Schedule | "Let's Dance" DVD

Was it the "American Music Awards" or "American Idol?"

Well, it seemed like an "Idol" reunion at the "AMAs", as you'll see when Jane Yamamoto catches up with "Idol" alums like Carrie Underwood and Chris Daughtry at the awards show in this video.

Here's a look at the new movie "Beowulf" from a different perspective.

Check out our Video Quickies for compilations of popular or just plain cool videos making the rounds on the Web.

Once again, our budding movie-maker sneaks into the TSH Green Room to visit an unsuspecting guest... this time, it's Andy Dick and his buds.

Do you spot a trend here?

That's So Hollywood: 11/17 Edition

This young actor burst onto the scene a few years ago as the attractively evil Sark on the hit show "Alias." Now you can catch him as the mysterious Adam on "Heroes."

Check out David Anders as he throws it down with the TSH crew.

Looking for something a little more in-depth on the Hollywood headlines this week?

TMZ's Katie Daryl breaks down the story behind the death of Kanye West's mother, Donda, and plastic surgeon, Dr. Jan Adams.

The Victoria's Secret Angels were out in full force (but not fully clothed, of course!) for their anniversary fashion show and celebration of their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

TSH's Jane Yamamoto was there for all of the sparkle.

Hot centerfold Mamie Van Doren is the ORIGINAL sex symbol. The "Anna Nicole" before there was an Anna Nicole... with a much happier story, too.

TSH was on scene as Mamie was bustin' out her new love potion... wine!

Here's a look at the Hollywood writers strike from a different angle.

Check out our Video Quickies for compilations of popular or just plain cool videos making the rounds on the Web.

On 'Heroes', David Anders lives out the life of the 17th century warrior legend, Takezo Kensei.

How will he fair in the 21st Century Web world?

It's a wee bit tougher with the TSH gang. Watch and see!

In this week's installment of "Mark's Movies", our intrepid behind-the-scenes videographer pays an unscheduled visit to guest David Anders in the TSH Green Room... Lauren strikes her best "Price Is Right" pose with her PDA... and Arden? Well, she's just her usual charming self.

That's So Hollywood: 11/10 Edition

Actress Michaela Conlin is perhaps best known for her role as facial reconstruction specialist Angela on "Bones."

She's also very funny, which you'll see here in this interview.

Trivia: Michaela Conlin's dad is a member of the band, ZZ Top.

Few people can clarify the issues on both sides of the Writers Guild of America strike better than Mike Schneider, who's covering the topic for "Daily Variety."

Mike's Blog: franklinavenue.blogspot.com
 

The assignment: Go to the Mylie Cyrus - Hannah Montana "Best of Both Worlds" concert and try to be heard over thousands of screaming teens.

Is TSH's Amy Murphy up the challenge? Watch and find out.
 

Our TSH guest host, the lovely Arden Myrin, shares a little clip from an all-new "MADtv" airing over the weekend.

Take a look at the "Bionic Woman" of an alternative persuasion. Remember, folks... it's just parody.
 

As usual, we've saved the best bits with our "That's So Hollywood" guest for the Web site!

Mark, Lauren and Arden get personal with their questions for Michaela in this week's Web Extra. Is nothing sacred?!
 

Here's something you'll only catch on the Web version of  "That's So Hollywood"... Mark's Movies... where Mark Thompson shoots what happening when the studio cameras aren't rolling with his very own video camera.

Imagine the possibilities. [insert evil laugh here]

That's So Hollywood: 11/3 Edition

Spike Feresten's show, "Talk Show with Spike Feresten" is entering its second season on FOX.

Spike Feresten's also soon to be seen (heard?) in the upcoming animated movie, "Bee Movie."
 

A new blockbuster's coming out next week. You won't find it in theaters, but lines of eager gamers will likely be lined up for it.

Check out this preview  and meet the creators of the game "Call of Duty 4."
 

The word on the street is that the words will soon dry up. A writers strike is now a distinct possibility. If Hollywood writers walk out, this would be the first time in almost 20 years.

Will there be a last-minute settlement?

Didn't get enough Spike Feresten in the TSH on-air interview?

Fear not. We have your exclusive Web Extra with Spike right here. Fun stuff, as usual!

That's So Hollywood: 10/29 Edition

Actress Tasha Smith is collaborating with writer-director Tyler Perry in the film, "Why Did I Get Married?"

Tasha joined the TSH crew on set to talk about her career, her character, and what it was like working with Perry and Janet Jackson.

When you're only 15-years old, the last thing you'd expect is to be asked to save the world.

This TSH Fresh Face got to do just that... on the big screen, that is. Meet the star of the movie "The Seeker"... Alexander Ludwig.

Bloodthirsty vampires were the talk of Hollywood as the thriller "30 Days of Night", based on the graphic novel "30 Days" by Steve Niles and Ben Templesmith, premiered in Hollywood.

Jane Yamamoto was there for the feeding frenzy.

People used to say that it was a woman's prerogative to change her mind.

It may not be "politically correct" to say that anymore, but as Hal Eisner explains, the phrase still appears to apply... to talk show hosts.

Not enough Tasha Smith in the TSH on-air interview?

Fear not! We have your exclusive Web Extra with the star right here. Fun stuff, as usual!