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Power Couple: Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 08:00:22 PDT

Ever since I saw E's True Hollywood Story: Kelly Ripa I've been noticing her and her hottie hubbie, Mark Consuelos. I never watched the show where they met, starred and fell in love, All My Children, so as an outsider I can testify that this is one hot power couple. Kelly is not big in the fashion scene, nor is Mark, but they have proven that after 11 years of marriage they know how to keep the flame alive and look good doing it - even with three kids.

From Jersey to Spain, these two opposites found love, on the set no less. They have proven to be a healthy, happy couple. What's their secret? Mark says, "Sometimes the key is to have a bit of distance." Amen to that! He also credits the blonde powerhouse to keeping the fire alive, "My wife is extremely spicy." Nice! If you don't believe this is a beautiful power couple, just take a look at them through the ages...

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"Age of Love" Is Coming!!

Molly — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 11:04:02 PDT

What would summer be without a salacious new Reality TV Show to watch with all your friends? Well meet this season's guilty pleasure: "Age of Love" premiering tonight at 9/8c on NBC.

The show is hosted by Mark Consuelos and centers around finding love for 30-year-old Australian tennis player Mark Philippoussis. The twist that Philippoussis doesn't know going into it is that he will be choosing between two very different groups of women: experienced women in their 40s (the "Cougars") and wild women in their 20s (the "Kittens").

Faced with this difficult decision and all the beautiful ladies, Mark will have to figure out what exactly he is looking for in the woman he loves.

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Meet Mark from Age of Love on NBC

PopSugar — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:04:09 PDT

We love us some reality TV and this summer NBC is delivering a new dating show called Age of Love starring Australian tennis player, Mark Philippoussis. The 30 year old pro will be dating one set of women in their 20s and another set in their 40s so we can learn if age really matters in this game of love.

Mark has dated the likes of Paris Hilton and Australian singer Delta Goodrem, but this time the superstar is looking for love and leaving it up to NBC to help him find the woman of his dreams. Oh and did I mention the show's host is Mark Consuelos?!! You know, Kelly Ripa's beautiful and sweet husband. That's reason enough to tune in. A special thanks to NBC for sponsoring this post. Check out the premiere tonight at 9pm on NBC.

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Bad Idea of the Week: NBC's "Age of Love"

BuzzSugar — Sat, 12 May 2007 14:01:39 PDT

A while back, when NBC first announced its summer schedule, I noticed a listing for a show called "Age of Love." It was a dating show, but NBC hadn't released any other hints about its premise. Now the details are out - and they're awful.

Here's how NBC describes the show, which will premiere June 18:

31-year-old Australian tennis superstar Mark Philippoussis will attempt to find true love among women ranging in age from 21-48 in this unique series based on the current phenomenon of younger men dating older women. Philippoussis will date 13 women from two very different groups - the "Kittens," six fun, enthusiastic women in their 20's, and the "Cougars," seven beautiful, sophisticated women in their 40's.

First of all: Mark Philippoussis? Random! Why would NBC spend its time hooking up a semi-famous tennis pro and not just some average dude? And how on earth did they know Philippoussis was looking for love? Did they come to him? Did he go to them? I'm baffled. Also, now we're probably in for a whole summer of tennis/love puns ("40-love," "mixed doubles," etc.). Greeeat.

As for the setup of the show, well, I just feel icky, so

read more Here's more from NBC's press release:

The suspense builds in early episodes as Mark - unaware of the concept - is first introduced to the "Cougars." As he meets them one by one, their ages increase much to his surprise. The series takes a dramatic turn when Mark learns there's a second group of much younger women - the "Kittens" - who will also be attempting to vie for his affections. Unaware of each other, the two groups of women meet for the first time taking the competition for Mark's affections to a whole new level. From there, each week the field of women will be narrowed down with the remaining vying for his attention - but only one can win Mark's heart.

When, exactly, did "cougar" become a desirable (or even acceptable) term? I've always thought of it as something close to a slur, not something that would be bandied about on primetime TV. Furthermore, as a woman in my 20s, I'm a little offended to be referred to as a "kitten." (And we worry about "Grey's Anatomy" being bad for women.) Let's face it: There's no way this poor guy can win. If he dates an older woman, he'll be perceived as a little gross; if he goes with a younger woman, he'll be accused of doing the "classic man" thing - choosing the youngest, prettiest gal in the room. And what exactly are we going to learn - that everyone should date someone 10 years older, or 10 years younger? Yeah, don't think so. Finally, reality shows where the contestants don't know the twist never seem to end well - anyone remember "Boy Meets Boy"? I'm going to go ahead and guess that Mark and the viewers won't "discover if love is truly ageless," as NBC promises. We're more likely to discover that looking for love on a contrived, offensive reality show is just a really bad idea. Source

The Vampire Diaries "Dangerous Liaisons": The Good, The Bad, and The Bloody

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:52:08 PST

The original vampire family hosts a ball on this week's episode of The Vampire Diaries, and the whole town puts on their finest formal wear for the event of the supernatural season. Elena has two dates to the event, but it's her date to meet the original witch that gives us insight into what's in store for Klaus and his siblings.

Speaking of Klaus, we get some developments between him and Caroline that are sweet and promising (even if she's a bit cautious to date him because of his cruelty in the past and general bloodlust). There's also a hot hookup that I didn't see coming, so there's lots to talk about this week. To get to the good, the bad, and the bloody, just keep reading.

Tips For Building an Effective Online Dating Profile

Kristy Korcz — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:02:33 PST

In this digital age, men and women aren't just hitting bars and coffee shops to snag a date. More and more, they're heading to the Internet. In fact, 50 percent of men have met a woman online according to a recent survey. It's obvious that online dating has become the norm, and for good reason - the Internet gives you more options because you can cover a wider area of partner possibilities (as in, the entire globe). And while your chances are better of finding a compatible mate on the worldwide web than, say, your small town of 13,000 people, the Internet can't help you if you don't give off the right signals. First impressions are everything - even virtual ones. Beef up your online dating profile with these tips, and snag yourself one of those "many fish" your mother is always talking about.

Make sure you're fishing in the right pool -You wouldn't go to Craigslist's Casual Encounters to look for a serious relationship, so don't go to Match.com if you're just looking for a little fun on a Friday night. Sites like eHarmony and Chemistry have had a lot of success by getting scientific about the dating process (taking your likes and dislikes and matching you up with someone who's compatible), so make sure you're ready to commit before diving in!
Lose the negativity - No one wants to meet up with a Debbie Downer, so if your online dating profile is riddled with sarcasm, negativity, and pessimism, you can be sure that you won't be getting many date requests any time soon. This doesn't mean you have to be fake, just keep the "I'm too cool for school" attitude to a minimum.

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Jennifer Aniston Talks Justin Theroux and Feeling "Young Every Day" For InStyle

Lauren Turner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:03:27 PST

Jennifer Aniston slipped on a slinky peach Calvin Klein dress for the cover of InStyle's March issue. She's promoting her new comedy, Wanderlust, which hits theaters later this month. Jennifer met her boyfriend, Justin Theroux, while working on the project, and the duo have been going strong from NY to LA ever since. Jennifer opened up to the publication about what she's looking for in a man, Justin's signature style, and her age. Here's more from Jennifer Aniston in InStyle:

On her age: "You know what makes me feel old? When I see girls who are 20-something, or the new crop of actresses, and think, Aren't we kind of the same age? I don't feel my age. I feel young every day."
On finding the right partner: "Having experienced everything you don't want in a partner over time, it starts to narrow down to what you actually do want. As I get older I realize what qualities are important in love and what suits me. And what I won't settle for."
On dressing like Justin: "First of all, he has great style - it's very specific, and it has been his style forever. Has it influenced mine? No, but I know people say it has. 'Oh, look, you're dressing alike.' And I think, No I'm not. I've had this jacket for three years!"

Sexism, Stereotypes, and the Super Bowl: Recent Ads That Sexualize Women

Anna Monette Roberts — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:05:00 PST

Sex sells - especially for Super Bowl ads - and year after year, major companies try to get away with the raciest, steamiest ads possible, often at the expense of women. Cars, food, technology - it doesn't matter what the product is; these ads throw in a hot, skin-baring woman for distraction and buzz. Ahead of the big game tomorrow, let's look back at some of the most scandalous ads in the last few years. And maybe one day we'll see more Super Bowl ads that show women some respect.

Skechers: "Kim Kardashian For Shape-Ups"

Kim teases her trainer by telling him he's "the best she's ever had, but it's not working out," and she prefers her Shape-Up Skechers over him. This 2011 ad is confusing and mismarketed, because it's eye candy for men, yet targeting women. Plus, no woman in her right mind would pass up that smokin' trainer for a pair of sneakers.

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Jamie Lynn Spears Shares Lessons on Birth Control and Teen Pregnancy

Annie Scudder — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:50:37 PST

“I believe in safety and birth control as prevention," Jamie Lynn Spears tells Glamour this month. "But like many young girls . . . I was really scared to go to the doctor." Britney's little sister had to grow up fast, after she became pregnant at 16, and after taking some time away from the spotlight, she gave an interview with Glamour to mark her 21st birthday.

In the interview, Jamie Lynn shares the reality of becoming pregnant at an age most girls are thinking about prom, cheerleading, or college. She admits, "I had been on a Nickelodeon show, Zoey 101, and after we wrapped shooting, I just wanted to go home to Louisiana and finish high school, be a cheerleader, all that." But that wouldn't happen. "Then I found out I was pregnant [by then-boyfriend Casey Aldridge]. I was 16. I’d had one boyfriend."

Jamie Lynn also says she resented the judgment, which she believes was intensified by her fame. "I was judged for something that probably most everyone does. I was young. I was in love. I was like every other teenager, except I had this last name. And I made a decision that is forever my decision." But fear of judgement also led to the accidental pregnancy. Jamie Lynn explained, "I was on a Nickelodeon show, and it [felt] especially embarrassing to ask someone to put me on birth control. I didn’t want to ask my doctor, because she had a little girl."

Jamie Lynn's honesty reveals that many sexually active teens need the adults in their lives, be it parents, doctors, or sex ed teachers, to be more proactive about getting them access to birth control. Do you think Jamie Lynn's high-profile cautionary tale could make a difference? And see more from inside the March issue at Glamour.

Gisele Emails Friends and Family to Ask For Super Bowl Support

Allie Merriam — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:59:36 PST

Gisele Bundchen writes, "I feel Tommy really needs our prayer, our support and love at this time" - Lifeline Live
Olivia Wilde shares about the upsides of getting divorced at a young age - People
Tom Cruise is heading to the Oscars after a five-year absence! - Lainey Gossip
Michelle Williams will take road trip with Matilda in an RV - HuffPost Celebrity
Christina Hendricks shares her secrets to being sexy - TooFab
Details on Prince Harry's upcoming tour of South America! - Us Weekly
In honor of Kate and William's new dog, see all the royal pups! - The Daily Beast
Could Madonna's movie score big box office money? - Rotten Tomatoes
Why does Emma Watson think her style is boring? - Wonderwall
The real Sarah O'Brien shares Downton Abbey scoop - Zap2It
Reese Witherspoon doesn't think she's ready for surgery - yet - Celebitchy