Bette Midler founded the New York Restoration Project in order to revitalize neglected parks and community gardens in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods. We joined up with the award-winning actress and her friends at the non-profit organization’s 15th Anniversary Celebration.
Ms. Midler was joined by the renowned stage actor Nathan Lane as we asked the pair for their predictions on which films would heat up the box office this summer. Guess which of these two celebs is apparently a “Twi-hard”! Additionally, the legendary supermodel Iman graced us with her thoughts on the career renaissance of another lovely lady, Betty White. Plus, we got to say “How you doin’?” to none other than Wendy Williams, who dishes on the future of her popular talk show and divulges some personal thoughts on everyone’s favorite dish, Neil Patrick Harris.
It’s no surprise to see Sesame Street’s Elmo acting ticklish, but at this year’s Peabody Awards the rosy Muppet was in good company. Jane Lynch and Jessalyn Gilsig were giddy as well, and for good reason! Their hit show Glee was among the programs celebrated at the gala for excellence in broadcasting, along with Modern Family and Brick City.
We talked to cast members and creators from all three series and uncovered an incredibly diverse assortment of celebrity predictions! Modern Family’s Julie Bowen and Ed O’Neill answer questions about TV stars enjoying great years (Betty White) and those who have seen better days (hello, Charlie Sheen).
Glee’s lovely ladies dish on whether romance is ripe for the show’s cute couple, Rachel and Finn. Brick City executive producer Forest Whitaker is joined by the show’s directors and the talented trio gives us a hot tip on where LeBron James will sign! They tell us their source is, um, impeccable.
Check out TV’s finest discussing the most talked-about topics in the Predicto community! Watch Episode 74 of Predicto TV.
What’s it like starring alongside two of the most musically gifted actors in Hollywood? At the NYC premiere of Just Wright, Common and Queen Latifah got high marks from fellow cast members Phylicia Rashad and Laz Alonso.
Fresh off the heels of his stellar role in Avatar, Mr. Alonso also got animated when discussing some of Predicto’s hottest topics. See what he thinks the Lakers need to stay atop the NBA, find out how he’s learned to live “life without Detox” and get the scoop on this summer’s biggest blockbusters. Enjoy Episode 73!
What does ‘Impossible’ singer Shontelle have to say about her fellow Barbadian Rihanna? We get the real story in this exclusive one-on-one interview with R&B’s next superstar. The artist talks about her new album No Gravity and votes on Predicto topics involving some of pop music’s biggest icons.
Did Diddy make Nicki Minaj his new Barbie? Are Lady Gaga and Britney Spears destined to duet? Get the scoop on hot topics, celebrity predictions and more. Check out Episode 72 of Predicto TV!
What does Detroit football royalty think about Prince’s soulful tribute to Minnesota? Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders talks about the would-be Vikings anthem “Purple and Gold,” in part 2 of Predicto TV’s NFL Draft 2010 special. See what legendary quarterback Dan Marino had to say about incoming QBs Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow in this exclusive interview.
Plenty of off-field celebrities were also on hand to discuss the upcoming NFL season and more fun Predicto topics. R&B artist Melanie Fiona had some encouraging words for her pal Drake, while Fringe star Jasika Nicole tells us which fabulous TV show she’d enjoy watching on the big screen (hint: it’s NOT Sex and the City)!
Say it ain’t so! After four years of world-conquering, Miley Cyrus has bid farewell to Hannah Montana, the TV show that evolved into a pop cultural phenomenon and launched the career of the 17-year-old who is arguably one of the today’s biggest stars.
The casino-themed soirée celebrating the show’s impact was such a hot affair that Will Smith even showed up — to drop off his two youngest kids. Point is, Cyrus’ hard work at such a young age has paid off, as she’s risen up the A-list.
Like the character she played on TV, Miley had a dual career that wasn’t limited to being on screen. Cyrus has released a few albums under the Hannah Montana moniker and under her real name, charting up a couple of memorable hits.
Though parents and blogs would love it if she stopped dancing, Cyrus seems poised to continue with the music, having just released the much-talked-about video for her new single, “Can’t Be Tamed.” But what about Hannah Montana? Is the moonlighting teen singer really kaput?
Well, as any fan or parent dragged to the theater knows, Hannah’s adventures haven’t been relegated to the small screen, as Cyrus starred in Hannah Montana: The Movie last year. The film grossed nearly $80 million domestically.
With that kind of success and fans in need of a fix, will Disney revive its cash cow? Will Miley’s alter ego find more adventure in a big screen? Basically, will there be a sequel?!? Nearly 68% of voting Predicto Mobile members say yes! See why by clicking here!
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Summer movie season is here! Depending on where you reside, you may be looking to escape the heat and humidity. There’s no better refuge than the closest movie theater, where viewers can be whisked away to medieval times or hyped up by hi-tech high jinks.
The battle royale between adventurous do-gooder Robin Hood and Tony Stark’s alter ego, Iron Man, is sure to be a test of each respective hero’s metal, er, mettle. The blockbusters are battling it out, with Robin Hood making its box office debut and Iron Man 2 fresh off its $133.6 million opening weekend.
Guys aren’t the only ones who have something to look forward to at the cinema this weekend. Letters to Juliet, starring Amanda Seyfried, and Just Wright, featuring Queen Latifah, offer a romantic alternative in their respective current roles. The “RomComs” (that’s romantic comedies, natch) are likely to be a hit with the female demographic. Just Wright may even score points from the fellas for its basketball theme, which coincides with the NBA Finals.
“I think Letters to Juliet is going to be the best romantic movie of the year!” member “kgge4203” exclaimed. But “ntb1017” was less enthusiastic, saying that Just Wright “has basketball in it. Guys want to see basketball. It is a compromise with their girlfriends. They won’t mind [because] it’s playoff season.”
Once the NBA wraps up its season, daddy duty will return, and that will likely include trips to the theater to see sequels to two of the biggest animated blockbusters of all time. Toy Story 3 and Shrek Forever After: The Final Chapter. Tough choice for choosing kiddies, but voting Predicto members think the decision is simple. Nearly 67% have forecasted that the latest Shrek film will have the biggest box office debut!
Not to be left out of the sequel smackdown are Twilight and Sex and the City. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse and Sex and the City 2 were pitted against Iron Man 2 to see which continuing chapter would triumph as the biggest earner of the summer movie season. With nearly 23,000 votes split between the three, 47% expect Eclipse to take top honors, followed by Iron Man 2 at 42% and Sex and the City 2 with 11%.
With more promising releases throughout the summer, there’s potential for a real blockbuster summer! Stay connected to Predicto.com to see which flicks come out on top and which ones fizzle into obscurity.
Betty White is the Golden Girl of All Media! The legendary TV actress has been blitzing TV, the Internet and red carpets this week to promote her upcoming, fan-demanded appearance on Saturday Night Live.
Tonight, she’ll cozy up on the couch to chat with Jimmy Fallon on his eponymous late-night show. Anyone who’s ever watched knows how Jimmy likes to challenge his celebrity guests to the time-honored and fraternity-approved game of beer pong.
When White made an appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon in June, Fallon narrowly defeated the Rose Nylund-portraying actress 2-1.
We have a feeling she’ll want to even the score, so we asked the Predicto Mobile community if she would indeed beat the host on his own turf. 61% say yes!
OK, if beer pong isn’t a sure thing, how about something Betty’s very knowledgeable about: ratings? If the spike from last week is any indication, fans are eager to see her take to the SNL stage. Will her headlining episode top 15 million viewers on Saturday? 65% say yes – find out why by clicking here!
The icing on the cake for White’s appearance on SNL? We’re thinking a duet with Jay-Z! Say what you will about the mismatched duo, but will this pair do the unexpected and collaborate for a little back-and-forth mic action? That’s anybody’s guess, but what Predicto did ask was whether they would appear together in a skit.
(We still have our fingers crossed in the hope that White will take the female verses of “Can I Get a …”)
Betty White is white hot and you can guarantee that everyone will be talking about SNL around the watercooler on Monday. Lucky for you, Predicto is always on the pulse of the hottest watercooler topics and the folks involved. Visit Predicto.com today to register to play the text message-based game that has everyone guessing the outcomes of news, sports and pop culture events. Along with voting, you’ll receive updates when the news breaks. What are you waiting for? Sign up today!
On the eve of the NFL Draft, Predicto TV was lucky enough to be engaged in conversation with Hall of Famer Jerry Rice. Football seemed to be the furthest thing from the legendary wide receiver’s mind, but the fleet-footed Rice had plenty of things to say about the current season of Dancing with the Stars!
We did talk gridiron, as super-fans Alyssa Milano and Whoopi Goldberg told us their hopes and dreams for their favorite NFL squads. Plus, the multi-talented Deion Sanders shares some indispensable advice for this year’s top draft picks.
Get the inside scoop. Watch Episode 68 of Predicto TV now!
Few stars epitomize the ‘Entertainer 2.0’ prototype as thoroughly as triple-double-threat Nick Cannon. Recently the actor, comedian, emcee, husband, radio host and television personality took some time out from his multi-faceted career to give back to the community and lend a day of service on behalf of City Harvest’s “Feeding America” program.
The charismatic celebrity (AKA Mr. Mariah Carey) talked to us about his charity involvement and offered up some canny insights about the hottest Predicto topics. Check out his exclusive NBA Playoff prediction, plus some advice for Tiger Woods and Larry King!
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