In the immortal words of that Spike TV guy, I have a “worldwide exclusive”! Heroes actor Greg Grunberg confirmed his role in Rockstar Games’ upcoming L.A. Noire at EA’s Need for Speed Hot Pursuit launch event. The video above features Grunberg talking about the game and the unique motion capture used by Depth Analysis. Check it out and let me know what you think (please)!
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Athletes Should Stop Texting (Tony Parker, Eva Longoria)
Athletes really need to cut it out with the naughty text messaging. Recently, Minnesota Viking’s Brett Favre was accused of sending SMS messages of his schlong to a woman. Now Eva Longoria has filed for divorce from San Antonio Spurs’ Tony Parker over sexually explicit text messages to and from Erin Barry (soon to be ex-wife of ex-teammate Brent Barry).
This sounds like a bad network drama. Longoria is hot and Parker is…well, French. He’s (allegedly) cheating on her with his ex-teammates wife?!? That’s crazy (Brian Fellow)!!! My favorite part of this situation is that Saved by the Bell’s Mario Lopez was the one that spilled the beans (he’s pals with Longoria). The affair isn’t as crazy as Justin Timberlake (allegedly) sleeping with Olivia Munn behind Jessica Biel’s back, but it’s pretty nuts.
I’m waiting for a general manager to prohibit his or her players from texting and tweeting. Some of them need to be saved from themselves.
The Situation + Bristol Pailin = Hilarity
This safe sex commercial featuring Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino (Jersey Shore) and Bristol Pailin is one of the funniest things I’ve seen all year. The Situation says a form of “situation” 18 times as he promotes safe sex. Meanwhile, Bristol Pailin promotes abstinence. The spot is funny on so many (mostly unintentional) levels. Check it out and share your thoughts (please)!
WWE Reveals Top 50 Superstars of All Time
WWE is releasing a DVD called WWE Top 50 Superstars of All Time. Are you curious about the list? Well here it is!
WWE is releasing a DVD called WWE Top 50 Superstars of All Time. Are you curious about the list? Well here it is!
- Shawn Michaels
- The Undertaker
- Steve Austin
- Bret Hart
- The Rock
- Harley Race
- Ricky Steamboat
- Andre the Giant
- Rey Mysterio
- Roddy Piper
- Eddie Guerrero
- Triple H
- Gorgeous George
- Randy Savage
- Curt Hennig
- John Cena
- Ric Flair
- Dusty Rhodes
- Edge
- Jerry Lawler
- Lou Thesz
- Terry Funk
- Hulk Hogan
- Bruno Sammartino
- Chris Jericho
- Ted DiBiase
- Fabulous Moolah
- Freddie Blassie
- Randy Orton
- Pat Patterson
- The Iron Sheik
- Jimmy Snuka
- Mick Foley
- Kurt Angle
- Buddy Rogers
- Gorilla Monsoon
- Junkyard Dog
- Billy Graham
- Jake Roberts
- Big Show
- Jack Brisco
- Sgt. Slaughter
- Kane
- Nick Bockwinkel
- Jeff Hardy
- Dory Funk Jr.
- Bob Backlund
- Rick Rude
- Batista
- Killer Kowalski
As much as I love Shawn Michaels’ work, in my mind Ric Flair is the greatest of all time, with HBK just behind him. Kurt Angle and Chris Jericho are ranked lower than they ought to be; I’d certainly put both of them ahead of Edge. Cena and Mysterio are way too high. Batista absolutely does not belong on this list. I’d drop Jeff Hardy too.
Obviously some of the list is based on WWE politics, but it’s mostly solid. What do you think of it? Are there any wrestlers missing from the list? Anyone on it that you think is unworthy? I’m super looking forward to discussing this with y’all!
Colbert Addresses “It’s On Like Donkey Kong” Trademark
I didn’t write about Nintendo trying to trademark the phrase “it’s on like Donkey Kong” because I thought it was stupid. Thankfully, Stephen Colbert and his writers have kept is real with this excellent bit on the matter.
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I didn’t write about Nintendo trying to trademark the phrase “it’s on like Donkey Kong” because I thought it was stupid. Thankfully, Stephen Colbert and his writers have kept is real with this excellent bit on the matter. Check it out…and don’t front like Duck Hunt!
Entourage Stars in Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Commercial
Entourage stars Kevin Dillon (Johnny “Drama” Chase) and Jerry Ferrara (Turtle) star as valets in the commercial for EA’s Need for Speed Hot Pursuit. I’m posting this clip because it fits in with today’s Coffee Talk and I’m hoping to grab red carpet interviews with the pair next week. Kindly check out the commercial, let me know what you think of it, and let me know if there’s anything you’d like me to ask either of them.
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Mick Foley Plugs Countdown to Lockdown on The Daily Show
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Former WWE Superstar and current TNA wrestler Mick Foley was recently on The Daily Show to plug his book Countdown to Lockdown. Although he’s taken way to many chair shots to the head, Foley is a wonderful writer and a fantastic spokesperson for professional wrestling. In addition to talking about his book, Foley discusses the various charities that he’s involved with. Mick Foley is just an excellent person and I encourage you to watch this clip.
Upcoming Clone Wars Reveal Secrets of Sith and Darth Maul
Future episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars will reveal a new villain that reveals major secrets of the sith and Darth Maul. The baddie, Savage Opress, will be revealed in 2010 at special screenings that you can attend. Here’s more info from StarWars.com:
For the first time ever, Sith training will be explored – and with it, truths about the very nature of the dark side itself!
A warrior forged by a dark sorcery as mystical and powerful as the Force, Opress will uncover shocking revelations about the galaxy’s tenuous balance of power, including secrets about one of the Sith’s most infamous villains — Episode I’s Darth Maul! From his origins to his fate, Maul’s mysteries will at long last be uncovered…
I haven’t been watching The Clone Wars, but several friends tell me that it’s really good. I also liked Darth Maul in Episode I, but a lot of that had to do with him being a mysterious character that didn’t say or reveal much (you know, the Boba Fett ploy). I’m intersted and a little afraid to learn about his origins. That said, I’ll definitely be tuning in to see if his background is any good.
How about you? Are you interested in learning more about Darth Maul, the sith, and Savage Opress?
Kevin Butler Loves Canada
I love Kevin Butler commercials. I love Canada (well, Vancouver and Montreal anyway). When Kevin Butler does a commercial promoting PlayStation Network’s Canadian efforts…well, that’s just magic. Check it out!
SNL Back to the Future Auditions
I’ve been waiting for these Back to the Future auditions sketches to pop up on Hulu…and now they’re here! They totally cracked me up on last week’s Saturday Night Live. Bill Hader’s Alan Alda impersonation was particularly awesome. Anyway, check ’em out and share your thoughts on these fine comedy sketches.