WTF Happened to You?!! 7 Celebs Who Have Not Aged Well

Our favorite stars from the 80s & 90s are old. Follow me. Yesterday while I was getting my daily dose of mindless tv, an Old Navy commercial featuring the Backstreet Boys came onto my tee vee screen. What were they pushing? Skinny jeans. They shoulda been pushin the performance fleece. At least the fleece is classic and age appropriate. Click here if you haven't seen the ad. Lawd I almost fell out! What happened to them? They got old & they LOOK it. Seeing that commercial helped me realize how some of our favorite stars from the 80s & 90s are in their late thirties and forties. Whoa!

I have to admit I was more of an N'Sync fan, but dang it if those Backstreet Boys didn't look like they've been doing some shady things on a back street. They did NOT age well. Father time was NOT kind to them. I mean on a scale of Mickey Rourke to Morgan Freeman, they aged a solid Pam Anderson. How tragic! Anyway, seeing BSB got me to thinkin about other popular celebs from the 80s & 90s that have not aged well. Hence, today's post. I'm about to shatter your dreams and I'm gonna do it guilt free with a straight face. 

7. Lisa Bonet (Denise Kendall)

Lisa went from playing the cute Hillman student to lookin like a student of life who got stuck repeating the same grade.

6. Lil Kim

It's no secret Kimmie went too far with her plastic surgery. Kim went from looking like a bangin chick from the hood to looking like she banged her head on a hood.

5. Lark Voorhies (Lisa Turtle)

She's no longer saved by the bell. My goodness life has not been kind to her. 

4. Maia Campbell

Maia used to be bad during her In the House days! Unfortunately, her mental illness and battle with drugs landed her a spot in the house of infamy. Her downfall was hard to watch & I'm happy she's back on the up & up.

3. D'Angelo

While he emerged on the scene with a near perfect physique asking "how does it feel" D'Angelo got arrested in 2010 looking like he filled an emotional void with Twinkies. 

2. Jason David Frank (the green Ranger)

He was cute as Tommy, the bad boy green ranger. As Jason, he looks like the kind of guy who makes you watch highlight reels of his high school "glory" days. No bueno.  

1. Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert)

No shocker she's #1. Jasmine is probably best known as the actress who played Whitley Gilbert, the young woman who lived a privileged life afforded to her courtesy of her daddy. These days Jasmine Guy looks like she pissed off Father Time. 

Regardless of their apparent decision to say "fck aging gracefully," their shows are still classic & they've lived a life many of us can only dream about. Some of these folks have had run-ins with drugs, alcohol, bankruptcy, failed marriages and whatever else makes your face wrinkle beyond recognition. That means you shouldn't hold your breath waiting to see these folks land roles as high school snobs. At least, not believable ones. 

Whatcha think? Did I miss any stars who fell off? I'm listening.

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Funny to Me: Kevin Hart's Laugh At My Pain (Teaser)

Kevin Hart's highly anticipated comedy concert is set to hit theatres on September 9. From hosting the BET Awards, to commercials to pretending not to host the MTV awards, Kevin Hart appears to be everywhere these days. For the past few weeks, the "Grown Little Man" has been teasing fans and move lovers alike with a few scenes from his yet to be released movie. He has also released a new game app for the iPhone called Little Jumpman.

I am excited to go see his movie this weekend. I laughed myself into tears while watching his last two so I know he won't disappoint! Still skeptical? Watch this clip.

Just for Laughs! The Simpsons Comments about PhDs & Grad Students

Hey all,

Miss me yet? By the time this posts I will have my feet posted up on a beach sipping something frozen and delicious. I dont want you all to suffer too much in my absence so I scheduled this post to keep you entertained while I am away. Hope you all enjoy!

"Dont make fun of grad students they just made a terrible life choice" *giggles* thats not true but darn it if it didnt make me laugh!

Spread Love!

Evening giggles

I know I said I would take the day off, but Antoine Dodson made that impossible. My duty as a blogger is to share my joy. Hence, the clip below.



If you cannot find humor in this, I'm not sure there is a way to make you happy. 
Watch the video
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In case you missed it...

Kevin Hart's one hour comedy special Seriously Funny aired last night on Comedy Central and I enjoyed a great laugh at the hands of this man. Warning: NSFW!

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Kevin Hart - Permission to Cuss
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Futurama New Episodes It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Russell Simmon Stand-Up Comedy

Just for Laughs

*giggles* This guy is hilarious!

Just for laughs

I had a hamster when I was younger. I would have been petrified if he moved like this. BUT this commercial is cool as heck. Check it.



You can get with this or you can get with that! *giggles*

Just for giggles: Cuteness overload!

One of few perfect happy dances I have ever seen. Mine is near perfect as well. Take a break, and perfect yours!

Commercial Break

*giggles*

Friday Amusement

If you have ever been to a southern black Baptist church, you should find this amusing. If you havent, you should still find this amusing and follow up with at least one visit to a southern black Baptist church. It will change your life. Tell them I sent you.






Rickey Smiley is one of my favorites. I love his prank calls too.

In case you missed it: 6th grader covers Paparazzi

There is only one thing I like more than the original version of a song and that is normal people doing incredible covers. Its after lunch so I know you can use a musical pick me up. Check out this 6th grader's amazing cover of Lady Gaga's Paparazzi:



I love it!

Just for laughs...Introducing the "Swagger Wagon"

Check the footage. I can't find the words that will do it justice.



*giggles*

Just for laughs

Its the end of a long day and I could sure use a good laugh. Since I love you, I'll share. Check out this footage recently featured on Jimmel Kimmel live. The anchor is obviously not pleased with his co-anchor's reaction to the story. The epic side eye action comes around the :22 mark.




*giggles*

Music Monday: American Idol edition

Its mid-day but not quite lunch.
You're losing steam.
You've made a list of 100 things you would rather be doing.
Its a beautiful day and you're stuck inside.
If any of the above apply to you, its obvious that you need a pick me up.
*Queue the corny superhero music* HUSL Today to the rescue.

His innocent and honest effort coupled with his horrible vocals combined to capture the hearts of America.

Simon Cowell annihilated his dreams of "lighting up the stage" in true Cowell fashion.

His proclamation that he never had any professional training was the sweetest part of the whole audition.

Ladies and gentlemen of HUSL Today I present to you William Hung's performance of She Bangs.




"She bangs, she bangs!!"

Just For Laughs

Ok I confess I can hardly wait for Boondocks to return. Moving on. Aaron McGruder is one of the funniest and most cynical people I have ever heard speak out at a college campus. As cynical as he may be, dude keeps it real. I respect his gift.

*snickers*
If you too are a lover of all things Boondocks, check the leaked trailor from Season 3 below:



Word to the genuis that is Aaron McGruder.

May 2.
Thank me later.

Just for laughs: Check your math

I ALWAYS give 100% at work:

13% Monday

22% Tuesday

26% Wednesday

35% Thursday

4% Friday

Its Thursday so I hope you're giving at least 35%! *giggles*

Just for laughs

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Just because its Tuesday and I love ya!

Are we too connected (with our gadgets)??

"You are way too connected homes"

-Anonymous

Twitter

Facebook

Linkedin

Myspace (do people over 15 still use myspace?)

Those are the only four social networks I could think of, but I am positive there are at least a dozen others. 

Flashback to my childhood. When we were at dinner we sat and talked to each other. It went something like this: 

Dad: "How was school today? Tell me something new you learned"

Me: "It was fine. I'm tired of school. Can we talk about something else?"

Dad: "No matter how tired you are of school, do not ever stop learning because learning will keep you young. Besides, your education is one of the few things a yt man can't take from you. Pass the gravy. 

When I got my first cell phone in middle school, I was immediately given "the talk" about courtesy and it was understood that I would not take it out at the dinner table or during family functions.

 

Fastfoward. Now I see children texting, tweeting, and IMing at the dinner table. The parents have either scorned them and accepted defeat or are doing the same thing. 

My younger sister recently proclaimed she hadn't had her new phone for a month and she had sent 4,098 text messages. I'm not too far behind her (I feel you judging me).  On Twitter, I can find out what my tweeps (twitter people) had for lunch and what they are thinking about having for dinner. We vent, we have fun with trending topics (subjects people are tweeting about the most), and offer inspirational words. Most people not on twitter wonder what is there to tweet about and why do I even care? My answer: If you're not on twitter you wouldn't understand. Moving on.

There are services which encourage us to stay connected.  Tweetdeck allows you to link all of these accounts with one click. You can update all of them at once and create columns for each separate account so that everything is right in front of you. Cell phone companies have responded by offering unlimited data packages and unlimited everything (talk, text, web) packages for $99 or less. Networks have expanded into areas that were previously "dead zones." Thus, parents no longer have to get rid of their blackberry's while camping because now they can get a signal.

Facebook allows us all to share our photos, thoughts and personal info. With the best in mind, it is an effective tool to stay connected with friends and family you may be away from. As discussed yesterday, everyone does not have the best intentions.When I log off, I can still access my messages and notifications via my Facebook mobile app.

There are instant messaging services like BBM, AIM, Gchat which are quickly replacing text messages as a way to communicate with friends via cell phone without talking. Even when I log off via my computer, I can still receive messages from my "buddies" via text.

I, for one, am attached to my gadget. I use it to keep me calm in awkward situations. Its like my security blanket only is black with a QWERTY keyboard and fits into my back pocket. If I lost my phone I would lose a lot of important information. I have a calendar where I set my appointments and reminders, I would lose phone numbers (because I only know about 10 numbers by heart) and a wide array of other info. I  Even though I feel you judging me, I feel no need to hide my connectedness. I joke that my business card should have my twitter, facebook, YouTube channel, phone number, email and Linkedin account. 

There is a downside to being so connected. We do not spend our time building meaningful relationships because we are often preoccupied fidgeting with our gadgets. The number of accidents caused by distracted drivers has quickly reached astonishing and has prompted Oprah to start a crusade in the form of a phone pledge.

Just for laughs, here a few funny (at least I found them humorous) cell phone commercials I found:

Technology can be good or bad. I think it is important that we keep in mind how much humans need human contact. Resist the temptation to completely withdraw from the world and only communicate from afar. 

My question to you all is do you think we too connected to our gadgets? Is it time to disconnect? Or is it necessary? It could be that we think we are too connected to work or that we feel a disconnect with those around us. Don't be shy...

Just for laughs: Were YOU raised in a black church??

The black church is a staple in the black community. It is a source of strength and support and no matter where you are there are some similarities between your church and a black church thousands of miles away. Heres a test to see if you were raised in a black church.

Can you fill in the blanks ? Don't cheat!!!

"First giving ______ to God, who is the ______ of my life, I'd like to say I'm glad to be in the ________ of the Lord on mo' time. Cause he brought me from a ___long_____.

I coulda been dead, sleeping in my________, but God is_______ all the ________, and all the_____, God is _______. He's a _______ over troubled waters. He's a mother to the ________, and a_________to the __________, a doctor in a ________ room, and a___________ in the courtroom! (smile)

He's the_______ of the valley, a bright and ________star. He got up early one __________ mon'ing,with all __________ in His _______. Pray for me that I grow _________ in the Lord."

"Also, as you look in your church_______, under the special _________please keep in your prayer _______ Sista Buela-Mae Jenkins who will be having her ________ surgery this week. And while you give your tithes and _______ we humbly ask that you contribute to the church_______ fund and we will be celebrating the pastor's fifteenth________ so anybody please who serves on the _______ board please meet in the ________following_________.

And the women's auxiliary will be selling ________dinners for $7.00 a _____ along with the youth ______ who will be having their annual______ sale to help fund their trip to the national youth ministry_______in Tennessee this summer.

Parents please be _______that vacation_______school begins June 19, please have your child________ by May 13."

Well, how did you do??

> honor
> head
> house
> mighty/way
> grave
> good
> time
> time
> good
> bridge
> motherless
> father/fatherless
> sickroom
> lawyer
> Lily
> shining
> Sunday
> power/hands
> stronger
> bulletins
> announcements
> requests
> hip
> offerings
> building
> anniversary
> usher
> sanctuary/service
> chicken
> plate
> Choir
> bake
> convention
> mindful
> bible
> registered

If you missed more than 5 you have until Sunday to get it together *giggles*

Just for laughs....

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I don't know about you all but I love Boondocks(random fact about me). In keeping with today's challenge to say kind words in difficult situations Huey reminds us how difficult it can be to remain calm and kind throughout the day. Live your life like an adult, but see it through the eyes of a child. I hope this makes you smile.


Source: http://news.yahoo.com/comics/boondocks