Stories about Oprah

Oprah Shoots Her Cameo On 30 Rock

Vera — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:50:00 -0400

It's done and I can't wait to see it! Oprah Winfrey has shot her cameo for 30 Rock and everyone at NBC couldn't be happier.

NBC boss Teri Weinberg says,

"Oprah Winfrey’s presence on 30 Rock makes this episode a television event. She is a true legend in her own time, and in this comedy’s tradition, it provides the perfect showcase for stars of her renowned status. We are all thrilled."

Tina Fey added,

"Oprah is very funny in the episode, and we are beyond grateful to have her. Also, I would like to announce that we are officially best friends."

I always love to see big stars do small cameos in shows and watch the jump in ratings. I am sure the 4 trillion people that watch Oprah's talk show will tune in.

Oprah's Mother Sued For $155K

Vera — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:50:00 -0400

A high-end boutique is suing Oprah Winfrey's mother, Vernita Lee. The woman owes Valentina over $150,000!

According to the civil complaint (obtained by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel), Lee, a Milwaukee resident, has had an open-ended charge account with Valentina Inc. since January 2004.

As of July 1, she has racked up a bill of $155,547.31 in purchases and interest, according to the complaint. (Lee was required to make a minimum monthly payment of $2,000 to the store, the paper reports.) Valentina attorney Joseph Niebler, Sr., told the Sentinel that at some point Lee stopped making the monthly payments.

I wonder if Oprah is going to bail her mother out? I should hope so considering she earns $150,000 every nano second.

Lauren Conrad Will Be A Presenter On The Emmy Awards Show

Kyle — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 08:28:00 -0400

Lauren Conrad has been asked to be a presenter on the Emmy Award show. Not only that but the models who hand the awards to the actors and actresses will be wearing clothes from her line, as well as Beyonce's. Her agent did a great job managaging that deal!

Also, guess who's going to open the show...yes, the one and only Oprah!

It's still unclear what the talk-show queen will do, but she has agreed to be on stage for the first moments of the live telecast, a source says.

The show will be held on September 21st. I can't say I'll watch, but I'm most definitely excited for seeing the clothes that everyone wears. ;)

Celebrities In Italy

Vera — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 08:53:00 -0400

So many celebrities were in Italy over the weekend! Tony Parker and Eva Longoria caught some sun on a boat while visiting La Spezia. Oprah unwinded in Portofino walking the streets and taking a ride on the water. Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony continued their long vacation also in Portofino, doing some shopping with Jen's sister and enjoying a lovely outdoor lunch with friends and family.

I went bowling with the kids... :)

Click on the thumbnails to enlarge.

Photos by Bauer Griffin

Afternoon Links

Vera — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:55:00 -0400

Look at who showed up for a Nelson Mandela celebration!

Check out what my cyber friends are writing about.

Britney Spears fears an early death.
Jen and Ben's rep once again denies divorce rumor.
Jessica Biel's fans aren't subtle.
Lenny Kravitz's kid looking a bit rough.
Anne Hathaway's love before the split.
Jamie Lynn Spears' delivery room drama.
Penelope locks lips with Scar JO.
Sarah Harding sings in a bikini.

Photos by WENN

WHY?

Vera — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:59:00 -0400

Why? That's all I have to say. Check out the following tattoos by clicking on the thumbnails below:

Britney Spears
Maddox
Oprah
Conan O'Brien
PeeWee Herman
Judge... Judy

ONTD

Tom Cruise On Oprah - The Video

Vera — Fri, 02 May 2008 19:23:09 -0400

Yeah! We have 4 videos to watch and I am going to turn them on as soon as I finish this post. I TIVO'd it, but this is just as good. Tell me what you think about Tom Cruise and what he said to Oprah's many questions. Click on the continue reading link below to see the rest of the videos.

Tom Cruise Tells Oprah He Has Been Misunderstood

Vera — Fri, 02 May 2008 12:50:55 -0400

Wow. Tom Cruise laid it all out on the line with Oprah. I think he saw this as his chance to clear the air and tell his side of the story for all the bad press he's been receiving lately. It's long, so let's just jump right in!
On the couch jumping incident:

"I just felt that way, and I feel that way about her. I can't even articulate it, to be honest," he adds. That feeling, that connection. Just who she is and what she means to me."

He says that what he said about Brooke Shield's post-partum depression "came out wrong," and that the incident brought the two closer:

"What I regret is even discussing Brooke in any way."

On Scientology:

"It's a minority religion, and I think that sometimes people misinterpret [it]. I think the best thing is for people to read about it themselves. I believe people have the right to choose what they believe in. The code of Scientologists says you respect the religious beliefs of others. That's part of being a Scientologist, and that's who I am as a person."

On the leaked video in which Tom talks about Scientology. He says it was stolen:

"I was receiving an award that evening for global literacy. It was a very private moment. I'm actually talking to my congregation. It's [taken] totally out of context."

On keeping Suri hidden for so long:

"We just want to have our baby, have the kids and everyone get to know Suri, get the family up here and just chill and have that time that you never get back. You don't ever get those moments back. Kate and I didn't feel any need to [rush] it. We said, 'Why? It's our family.' We just were on Suri time."

On his marriage to Katie being fake:

"That's laughable to me. You just know that they're trying to sell it and spin it."

On his reputation:

"Listen I, I feel like definitely things have been misunderstood, and there are things I could have done better. But then there's also that world where you go, 'Oh, it's been spun to such an extent that ... that's a truth also. Knowing when and where to communicate, I think that's important. A lot of times I was nervous giving interviews. Or I wasn't sometimes as comfortable about things. And I realized that it's okay. There's stuff you have to just let go. I just have to do the best I can."

Do any of these quotes make you see Tom in a different light?

Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Are More Influential Than Oprah

Vera — Fri, 02 May 2008 11:50:01 -0400

Anyone else surprised by this? Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie came in higher on Time's Most Influential People list than Oprah. The super hot couple ranked at #21, while Oprah was just behind them at #22. Oh, and guess who was #59...yep, Miss Vanity Fair scandal herself, Miley Cyrus! And Robert Downey Jr. ranked at #60. The full list is here, but you have to individually click through all 100 hundred pictures to see who made it, so...guess who won't be doing that :)
So what do you think, is Brangelina truly more influential than Oprah...I have my doubts...

More News About Oprah's Tom Cruise Interview

Vera — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:10:30 -0400

More details are coming out about Oprah's upcoming interview with Tom Cruise. After sharing a snowmobile ride together, Oprah "goes there" and asks the questions that are on everyone's mind while visiting Tom and Katie's Colorado home. Well, almost all of them.

"Scientology, his verbal smackdown with Matt Lauer on the "Today' show and, yes, the infamous couch-jumping incident."

I could think of two that she missed right off the bat! If you had a chance, what would you ask Tom Cruise? And furthermore, are you excited about seeing this show? Click here to see a preview.