Friday, April 29, 2011

Royal Style


Simple, understated, elegant, classy. This is a gorgeous dress, that I can bet you is going to be copied a thousand times over. 

And that is all I am going to say about the royal wedding.

Oh, and that I did some research because I was extremely curious, and Prince William's last name is Mountbatten-Windsor. Isn't it weird how that is such an unknown fact? Well now you know! 

Have a great weekend : )

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Things I'm Excited About


Bossypants by Tina Fey: By now, I think it’s universally known (at least to Actualists) that I am a big fan of comedy. That is why I am beyond excited to read Tina Fey’s new book, Bossypants, which came out April 5th. Tina Fey is a pioneer in comedy. The self-proclaimed “supernerd” was the first female head writer in Saturday Night Live history. As a line from the book reads, “Only in comedy does an obedient white girl from the suburbs count as diversity.” She was also a co-anchor of Weekend Update, along side Jimmy Fallon. She created the smart and hilarious 30-minute situation comedy 30 Rock, which is part of NBC’s Thursday night comedy line up. She also wrote and starred in a little movie called “Mean Girls,” which grossed over an estimated $86,049,418 in the United States alone. Oh yeah, and she has a husband and daughter and is pregnant with her second child. Tina Fey has become a household name but she comes from humble beginnings. She leaves a trail of laughter everywhere she goes, which is why I cannot wait to get my hands on a copy of Bossypants and possibly pretend Tina herself is reading it to me.  

I could do without the creepy hands
Will Ferrell on The Office: Bare with me, Actualists- I realize my love for Saturday Night Live alumni is shining through a bit in this post. I feel as though this season, despite being Steve Carell’s last, has been missing something. I’ve found myself bored and slightly annoyed with the Michael/Holly storyline, as cute as it is… or rather, as it’s supposed to be. The old, goofy, daffy, self proclaimed world’s best boss has been missing from the recent episodes and I believe Will Ferrell will bring all of the old Michael Scott energy back to the office. I guess we’ll have to tune in on Thursday night to find out!    

Yes please!
Return of Glee: Two words for you- Jonathan Groff. I heard he’ll be back for at least one episode this season (probably the last) but that one episode will make this ridiculously long hiatus worth it.

Too cute for words
Adele in Concert at the House of Blues, Boston: …Oh wait… I’m not going! The tickets sold out in approximately two minutes, which I was not expecting at all. Can you imagine though- Adele and her amazingly beautiful voice in such an intimate setting? It sounds too good to be true, so I guess I will continue to pretend she’s not really coming to Boston and just keep listening to 21 non stop.

Sigh

“Bridesmaids”: Sorry, the SNL love fest continues. Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, along with Rose Byrne, the always funny Melissa McCarthy, Ellie Kemper, Wendi McLendon-Covey, oh and JON HAMM round out the cast for this comedy, out May 13th. I am beyond excited about it, so take a look at the trailer below. Let’s hope it doesn’t disappoint! Who wants to see it with me?


Emma Stone in “The Help”: Emma Stone is one of my favorite actresses, and someone I would love to be friends with. I think we would get along famously, don’t you agree? I am also beyond jealous she can rock any color hair, and make it look good. But back to her acting skills- so far we have seen her in mostly comedic roles. The Help is an extremely good book, and playing Skeeter Phelan will be no small task. She will be the main character and the whole movie’s success will be based on Emma’s performance. Hoewever, I believe Emma is the right girl for the job. She definitely has what it takes to carry the movie. I can’t wait to see it!

Emma as Skeeter 
“I Hate You, Dad”: Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg playing a father, son duo. With Leighton Meester, James Caan and Vanilla Ice attached to the project so far. Out next summer (2012). I will leave you with that. You’re welcome.

Dreams do come true

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Why I Love Amy Poehler

It’s Hump Day everyone, so I thought I would treat you to an oldie but a goodie. I don’t know that there is anything better than this rap Amy Poehler performed back in 2008 on Weekend Update. I’ve been meaning to post this for a while because it is one of my favorite things. It never fails to make me laugh. Amy Poehler is incredible in it. First of all, I’m pretty sure she was 9 months pregnant. Yes, you read that correctly! She was about to pop a baby, yet she agreed to perform this hysterical rap written for Sarah Palin. And Amy performed the heck out of it. She was such a gangster! She executed everything perfectly, with such intensity and passion I felt like I was watching a real rapper, but then I remembered I was watching a 9-month pregnant, white woman. I had liked Amy Poehler before, but after this rap I knew she would forever be one of my favorite comedians. Check out the clip below. The rap starts around the 1 minute mark, and I apologize for the poor quality. For a better quality clip, head over to Hulu or NBC.com! Enjoy! And, if you don't watch Parks and Recreation, be sure to check it out on Thursdays!