Chicagoans Rule American Idol & Biggest Loser Finales

Mike takes home the Biggest Loser crown. My jaws literally dropped when Mike came on stage.  He had a long journey and a hard one at that.  Plus he's a Chicago boy...so that's a plus.I wanted him to win over Ashley and Daris, but not over Koli. Sadly Koli wasn't voted into the top 3, but Koli (pictured below) did take home to $100,000 "at home" prize.  Sidenote: Was anyone feeling Koli's Kayne West inspired outfit?

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One of my good friends and I decided to walk/run the trails downtown last night (to get away from the boredom of the gym that I've been experiencing lately), so I had to DVR Idol last night.  When I returned home I fast forward through all the performances (which I'll go back and watch today) to see who won.  I was so glad to hear Lee's name called.  It was a well deserved win (I honestly feel Crystal's antics and bad attitude ruined her chances), but anyway!!!! GO LEE.  When he performed his final song you could see the excitement in his eyes...Congrats!!!!

Chicagoans run this........"Obama Included" LOL

Updated to say: Biggest Loser trainer: BOB will be in Chicago at Navy Pier June 6th, 2010 @  noon.  See you there.

Biggest Loser: Save Koli

For those who personally know me, you know that I just started working out, and trying to get healthy. It's partly due to the Biggest Loser team Sam & Koli.  Two cousins who played the game fairly, respected their peers and motivated the other contestants. Sam is already eliminated (because of the contestant below) but Koli and Darius are up for elimination, and we need to help save Koli. 

To hear Koli's plea click here

To Vote for Koli click here or call 1 (866) 492-6802

                                                             

This is Darius, the contest Koli is competing against. During the season he was mostly in the background, didn't talk much. As the season continued, he showed his true character when he teamed up with Mike and Ashley to have Sam sent home (because Sam lost more weight than anyone else).  The contestants went home for 30 days and then had to weigh in. Koli lost 13 pounds, while Darius gained 2 pounds.  He doesn't want this bad enough. Then both contestants had to plea to viewers on why they should make it to the season finale next week While Koli's plea was heart felt (but with no tears), Darius decided to take another approach.  He faked cried....SMH!.  No tears, but he kept wiping his eyes.. (hilarious). It was so fake that he started wiping his eyelids instead of under his eyes....I just laughed, it was so PATHETIC   

To watch his awful plea click here

Info and pictures from nbc.com

So who are you voting for?

Common on the Wendy Williams Show

Common stopped by the Wendy Williams Show today to promote "Just Wright" (which I saw, and loved).  While on the couch he talked about being a ball boy for the Bulls, Serena Williams, and the Common Ground Foundation. The foundation's goal is to help and empower Chicago's youth (especially since we have an increased amount of violence occurring in our city).  Before today, I haven't heard of the foundation, so I decided to check it out.  The website is nice, and they're trying to help, but the website seemed outdated.  With the internet being a quick source of news, and events for a lot of people, something this important should be updated on the regular. But don't get me wrong, I do applaud Common for taking a stand and helping our youth.  We have to stand up and make a change, because if we do nothing, it makes it seem as if there isn't a problem. STAND UP CHICAGO!

SIDENOTE: Do you think Chicago artists do enough to help their community? 

Learn more about the "Common Ground Foundation" click here and check out a clip from the Wendy Williams Show below.

The Longest Weekend Ever..........

When i woke up this morning, I could of sworn it was Monday.  Then I realized that I did waste an hour and a half last night watching the unfunny Gabourey Sidibe on Saturday Night Live. While i'm on the SNL topic, did anyone watch it last night? I'm sorry, but I couldn't watch the movie Precious, I had no desire to watch it.  I just don't like her acting.  I thought she sucked on SNL, she wasn't funny, stumbled a few times with her lines, and I personally don't think she brought anything special to the table.  The funniest part was the "Cherry Battle" with Andy Sandberg. Anyway, this is how my weekend went.....

Friday, I got a lot of errands done.  Went to the store, laundromat, beauty supply store etc.  I also found time to go see Jennifer Lopez's  new move "The Back Up Plan", which i enjoyed.  I get a kick out of J.Lo movies, she should stick with romantic comedies. The question was raised "Why doesn't her race ever come up in her movies"? To be honest, I haven't really thought of it before.  In most of her movies she's always with a white man, and her background (and family) are never mentioned (expect Maid in Manhattan...which I loved).  We all know that she isn't ashamed of where she comes from, so why does this repeat in every movie she's in?.  My conclusion is that she's a Latina who land roles that were written for White women.  I might be wrong, but if I'm right, congrats are in order for Jennifer for breaking barriers

One my my friends was having a bad day, so we decided to take a night trip downtown. Even though it rained most of the time, and we did more walking than my ballet shoes could allow, we had a good time.  We went to navy pier, then Millennium Park, and then down to State St.  By the time I got home, I was soak & wet, and extremely tired.  The next morning I had to get myself up and go work out.  After getting my but hooped, my friend and I went to see our friends baby for the second him (this time, not in the hospital) and he's soooo cute.  He slept most of the time, but when he did finally opened his blueish-grey eye (yes I said I, he winked at us the whole time..lol) he looked adorable. 

"The Back Up Plan image from Filmofilia.com Cherry Battle image from: NBC view the skit at NBC.com