Showing posts with label American Idol. Show all posts
Showing posts with label American Idol. Show all posts

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Lady Gaga Wears Penis Shoes On American Idol

Lady Gaga Wears Penis Shoes On American Idol

Lady Gaga pulled a fast one on "American Idol" producers this week, wearing a pair of booties with, well, Lucite male members for heels that made it onto viewers' screens.

Various media outlets (who probably couldn't sit through the clip) reported that GaGaloo's phallic footwear was covered up by an "Idol" logo, however, here at HuffPost Style, we powered through the entire segment -- not necessarily something we're proud of -- and you can see her see-through shafts around the 4:38 mark.
So, what's the deal with Gaga's latest style statement? They're made by Void of Course and reportedly ring in around $4,500.

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Lady Gaga Judas A Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet

Lady Gaga Judas A Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet

Love her or hate her, you’ve got to admit that Lady Gaga knows how to make a music video. Her clips always have been a mixture of high-art posturing and knowing nods to pop-culture ephemera, and “Judas” is no different. While it’s not filled with blink-and-you’ll-miss-it references like “Telephone” or odes to German Expressionism like “Alejandro,” there’s still plenty to wrap your eyes around in “Judas,” offering a mixture of the sacred and the profane. Gaga merges mentions to religious iconography and cult biker flicks (and pretty much everything in between) in the video, and so, we decided to take notes. Here’s our “Judas” pop-culture cheat sheet, alphabetized for your perusing pleasure … you can’t tell your Botticellis from your Brandos without it.
“The Birth of Venus”


: Iconic 15th century painting by Sandro Botticelli depicting the Roman goddess Venus emerging from the sea. Art historians have interpreted the work in many ways — a contemplation on physical and spiritual beauty, a celebration of the divine, a “wedding painting” meant to, uh, inspire the bride and groom — but in “Judas,” when Gaga strikes a pose similar to the painting, she seems to be paying tribute to all three.

Electric Chapel



Gaga has said that she created her Monster Ball Tour so that her fans “would have a place to go … a safe place … an ‘Electric Chapel.’ ” It’s also the name of a song on her upcoming Born This Way album. In “Judas,” the Chapel is reimagined as a biker bar, where LG attempts to warn Jesus about Judas’ impending betrayal.

Eye of Horus

An ancient Egyptian symbol of protection, closely associated with the goddess Wadjet. In “Judas,” Gaga wears eye makeup that recalls the symbol, which makes sense, since, as Mary Magdalene, she attempts to protect Christ from Judas’ backstabbing.

Foot Washing

A religious rite observed by several Christian denominations. In the Bible, Christ washed the feet of his apostles before the Last Supper, the final meal he shared before his crucifixion. Gaga washes Christ’s feet in “Judas,” perhaps symbolizing his forthcoming demise, something that Judas certainly had a hand in.

Golden Gun

Fictional weapon from the 1974 James Bond film “The Man With the Golden Gun,” and a totally kick-ass sidearm in the “GoldenEye” video game. Gaga wields a similar piece in “Judas,” though hers doesn’t contain bullets; instead, it’s a rather grandiose tube of lipstick, which she smears on Judas’ face.

The Kiss of Judas

In the Bible, it is Judas’ final act of betrayal — he kisses Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane after the Last Supper as a way of identifying him to the soldiers who have come to arrest him. The same scene is played out in “Judas,” as the betrayer plants a pair of kisses on Christ’s cheeks.

Mary Magdalene

A disciple of Jesus and one of the most controversial characters in the Bible, early scholars painted her as a repentant prostitute, while in the 20th and 21st century, she has come to be celebrated as a patron saint of women’s preaching and ministry. Not surprisingly, Gaga takes on the role of Magdalene, reimagining her as a badass chick with a penchant for chola fashion.

Norman Reedus

American actor/model known for his roles in “The Boondock Saints” and, more recently, AMC’s “The Walking Dead.” In “Judas,” he plays the titular apostle with gleefully evil aplomb.

Rick Gonzalez

American character actor who has appeared in dozens of films, most notably “Coach Carter” and, uh, “Old School,” where he played “Spanish.” In “Judas,” he’s given a gangster makeover as Jesus Christ.


Sacred Heart

Religious icon that symbolizes Christ’s divine love for humanity. Often depicted as bleeding and wrapped in thorns, in “Judas,” Gaga can be seen wearing a Sacred Heart on her wardrobe.

Simon Peter

One of Christ’s 12 apostles, also known as Saint Peter, he is regarded by the Catholic Church as the first pope. Before the Last Supper, when Christ washed his apostles’ feet, Peter originally refused, claiming he was not worthy. During Christ’s arrest, Peter sliced the ear of a servant of the High Priest who had come to seize him. In “Judas,” Gaga singles out Peter at the “Electric Chapel,” patting him on the back.

The Wild One

1953 biker film starring a young Marlon Brando as the leader of the Black Rebels Motorcycle Club. That leather-clad gang of ne’er-do-wells seems to be the direct inspiration for Christ’s biker-apostles in “Judas.” 





















Source: MTV, Google

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Sexiest Action Stars

Sexiest Action Stars

Can you guess the hotties who heat up our favorite action films without breaking a sweat? Find out which bad boys -- & girls -- jumped to the top of list.

Ryan Reynolds
He’s starring in a hot summer blockbuster and once played a sexy mutant in this film. Though he recently ended his marriage to another sexy star, rumor has it that he’s dating this German model
Halle Berry
From Bond girl to feline superhero, Halle knows how to look sexy in action, and she’s the poster girl for looking hot after 40.
Christian Bale
Is there anything this newly minted Oscar winner can’t do? His turn as this superhero got rave reviews, and he’ll return in this hotly anticipated sequel. He further mastered the art of sexy action star in this film.
Angelina Jolie
Bonafide sexy action star and full-time philanthropist, she made her mark last year in this high-profile role, and she met her future sweetheart when they worked on this big-budget action flick.
Chris Hemsworth
Don’t recognize this name? He’s getting major buzz for his sexy turn as this god of thunder in a big summer blockbuster, and again in this 2012 film. You might recognize him from this hit film, but he’s packed on some muscle since then.
Megan Fox
She first turned heads in this mega-budget movie franchise, and she kicked some serious bounty hunter butt in this film. Up next, she’ll star in this thriller. She’s married to a former 90210 star.
Daniel Craig
Before he played one of the most famous spies ever, this Brit sexed up the screen in this action film. He’s starring later this year in this buzzed film, based on the popular book.
Eva Green
Before she shot into the public eye as a Bond girl, she was in this Bernardo Bertolucci film. The French bombshell will be seen in a 2012 film based on a popular television series.
Henry Cavill
Recently cast as one of the greatest superheroes of all time, he’s bringing sexy back to the role. Not a household name yet, he’s been seen in this popular Showtime series and starred in this creepy thriller.
Rebecca Romijn
When your costume is make-up that leaves nothing to the imagination, it’s a safe bet you’ll make the sexy list. Her role in this blockbuster franchise, combined with her former role in this hit TV series make it hard to believe she’s a mother of twins.
Chris Evans
First seen in this film based on the comic book series, he recently suited up to play this all-American superhero. Rumored to be dating a “Glee” star, this sexy young actor looks like he’s ready for the limelight.
Will Smith
Not only has he mastered the art of being a sex symbol and a comedian, he seems to be the king of blockbuster summer action films, including this mega hit and this one. Up next, he’ll star in a sequel to another one of his hits.
Jennifer Lawrence
Her first big movie role wasn’t the sexiest, but it earned her an Oscar nomination. Up next, she plays the sexiest superhero in this blockbuster, and if you saw her Oscar dress, you know she can pull it off.
Hugh Jackman
Forever associated with bringing this famous superhero to the screen, he also made a splash in this hit. Up next, he’ll reprise his best-known role yet again in this 2012 film.
Scarlett Johansson
She first went sexy action star on us opposite Robert Downey Jr. in this mega hit. Next up, she’ll reprise that role in anther blockbuster film.
Kate Beckinsale
Maybe it was the tight-fitting latex body suit she sported in this film, or her turn in this monster-hunting flick. Either way, she’s sure to captivate when she dons the suit again in a much-anticipated sequel.
Gerard Butler
This Scottish stud burst on the scene, mostly shirtless, in this surprising hit movie. He has since played it sweet in this film, but he’s bringing the action back in this forthcoming movie.

Sexiest Action Stars

Sexiest Action Stars

Can you guess the hotties who heat up our favorite action films without breaking a sweat? Find out which bad boys -- & girls -- jumped to the top of list.
Ryan Reynolds
He’s starring in a hot summer blockbuster and once played a sexy mutant in this film. Though he recently ended his marriage to another sexy star, rumor has it that he’s dating this German model
Halle Berry
From Bond girl to feline superhero, Halle knows how to look sexy in action, and she’s the poster girl for looking hot after 40.
Christian Bale
Is there anything this newly minted Oscar winner can’t do? His turn as this superhero got rave reviews, and he’ll return in this hotly anticipated sequel. He further mastered the art of sexy action star in this film.
Angelina Jolie
Bonafide sexy action star and full-time philanthropist, she made her mark last year in this high-profile role, and she met her future sweetheart when they worked on this big-budget action flick.
Chris Hemsworth
Don’t recognize this name? He’s getting major buzz for his sexy turn as this god of thunder in a big summer blockbuster, and again in this 2012 film. You might recognize him from this hit film, but he’s packed on some muscle since then.
Megan Fox
She first turned heads in this mega-budget movie franchise, and she kicked some serious bounty hunter butt in this film. Up next, she’ll star in this thriller. She’s married to a former 90210 star.
Daniel Craig
Before he played one of the most famous spies ever, this Brit sexed up the screen in this action film. He’s starring later this year in this buzzed film, based on the popular book.
Eva Green
Before she shot into the public eye as a Bond girl, she was in this Bernardo Bertolucci film. The French bombshell will be seen in a 2012 film based on a popular television series.
Henry Cavill
Recently cast as one of the greatest superheroes of all time, he’s bringing sexy back to the role. Not a household name yet, he’s been seen in this popular Showtime series and starred in this creepy thriller.
Rebecca Romijn
When your costume is make-up that leaves nothing to the imagination, it’s a safe bet you’ll make the sexy list. Her role in this blockbuster franchise, combined with her former role in this hit TV series make it hard to believe she’s a mother of twins.
Chris Evans
First seen in this film based on the comic book series, he recently suited up to play this all-American superhero. Rumored to be dating a “Glee” star, this sexy young actor looks like he’s ready for the limelight.
Will Smith
Not only has he mastered the art of being a sex symbol and a comedian, he seems to be the king of blockbuster summer action films, including this mega hit and this one. Up next, he’ll star in a sequel to another one of his hits.
Jennifer Lawrence
Her first big movie role wasn’t the sexiest, but it earned her an Oscar nomination. Up next, she plays the sexiest superhero in this blockbuster, and if you saw her Oscar dress, you know she can pull it off.
Hugh Jackman
Forever associated with bringing this famous superhero to the screen, he also made a splash in this hit. Up next, he’ll reprise his best-known role yet again in this 2012 film.
Scarlett Johansson
She first went sexy action star on us opposite Robert Downey Jr. in this mega hit. Next up, she’ll reprise that role in anther blockbuster film.
Kate Beckinsale
Maybe it was the tight-fitting latex body suit she sported in this film, or her turn in this monster-hunting flick. Either way, she’s sure to captivate when she dons the suit again in a much-anticipated sequel.
Gerard Butler
This Scottish stud burst on the scene, mostly shirtless, in this surprising hit movie. He has since played it sweet in this film, but he’s bringing the action back in this forthcoming movie.