Lenny Kravtiz's Epic Paris Home, Jon Hamm's New Show and a Justin Bieber Tell-All
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This lengthy tell-all article about what the hell is going on with Justin Bieber is the must-read article of the week. (Shirley Halperin for The Hollywood Reporter)
I loved this interview with Serena Williams for the TIME 100, even if I don’t believe her when she says that her Super Bowl dance wasn’t shading Drake. (Sean Gregory for TIME)
The most forthcoming, in-depth interview Paige DeSorbo has given since breaking up with Craig Conover. (Caitlin Brody for Glamour)
The “Summer House” gals also got a group feature all together that correctly stated that this show is “for the girls.” (Rebecca Jennings for Vulture)
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Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff’s Juicy Chat with Carlos King (“Reality With The King”)
“Humble Brag” podcast cohosts Crystal Kung Minkoff and Cynthia Bailey sat down with former “Housewives” producer Carlos King, and what a conversation it was! On Crystal’s side, she had some bones to pick with Carlos, who has historically been critical of her on his podcast. On Cynthia’s side, she’s a longtime friend of Carlos’ ever since he produced her on “RHOA,” and she talked a lot about the Kenya Moore situation currently playing out on season 16… it was full of tea, and a must-listen for “Atlanta” fans!
You Don’t Get What You Don’t Ask For (“The World’s First Podcast”)
My longtime friend and former colleague Laura Galvan runs social media for Favorite Daughter, the popular clothing brand created by Sara and Erin Foster, and she was on their podcast this week to share the truly wild story of how she wound up working for them. She moved from New York to L.A. on a whim with the sisters, their brand and their podcast on her vision board, having zero connection to them. The rest of the story should inspire anyone who feels stuck and is hoping to make a big change in their lives.
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“Your Friends & Neighbors” (Apple TV+)
Jon Hamm is back on TV in this great new series about a man who had it all…until just recently. The premiere starts with his character—a banker in Manhattan who lives in a mansion in the suburbs with his wife and kids—seemingly stuck with a dead body the foyer of a big house. Whose house? Who knows. Whose body? Not sure. Did he kill them? Remains to be seen. This show is quick, has smart dialogue and keeps you on your toes in a way that makes me genuinely excited to see where the rest of the season takes us.
“Hacks” (Max)
Much like “Veep” did during its incredible run, “Hacks” has been the funniest show on TV since it started airing but has also somehow managed to get funnier and more clever as it goes along. I simply cannot get enough of this show and am absolutely tickled by how good the first few episodes of this new fourth season have been.
Lenny Kravitz’s Paris Home Tour (Architectural Digest)
We’d been starved for an epic celebrity home tour on AD’s “Open Door” — and we finally got one this week from Lenny Kravitz, whose palatial Paris home is the stuff of dreams. The furnishings might not all be my style, but the whole thing feels distinctly him. Just want until you get to the basement.
Self-Promotion
“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” Season 14 End-of-Season Deep Dive
“Andy’s Girls” podcast host Sarah Galli returned to the podcast this week to help me break down season 14 of “RHOBH,” from Garcelle’s abrupt exit to Kyle Richards’ boundaries and beyond.
Former “Housewives” Producer Speaks Out, Ally Lewber Shares Her Story & The “RHOA” Kenya Moore Fallout Continues
I also shared my thoughts on a variety of hot topics from around the Bravo-verse, like Taylor leaving “Southern Charm,” the latest “Real Housewives of Atlanta” drama, that former “RHOBH” producer who told all on Bethenny’s podcast and more.
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In the city and ready for REAL SPRING! Can’t wait to stomp around listening to the new Addison Rae song on repeat.