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Rashida Jones and Chris Pratt Talk Parks and Recreation

BuzzSugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:38:35 -0700

Since the beginning of the Fall season, Parks and Recreation has gone from shaky midseason replacement to a solid half-hour of comedy, thanks in part to a talented and hilarious cast. Two of my favorite actors from the show, Rashida Jones and Chris Pratt, who play Leslie's best friend Ann and Ann's ex-boyfriend Andy, respectively, chatted with some reporters this week about Parks and what's in store for their characters.

Rashida on the possibility of Ann and Andy getting back together: You know, I don't think it's an impossibility. I think there's still love in Ann's heart for Andy. I think so much would have to change for him to be OK with her. But I don't think it's an impossibility.
Chris on whether Andy will get a job or home: Yeah, the writers have found a nice way for Andy to get out of the pit and get a job and start sort of working his way up into independence.

To read more on why Chris and Rashida think the second season has been better, Ann and Andy's ex relationship, and those nude scenes, just read more.

Rashida on whether she likes Ann and Andy better together or apart: I think there's a lot of comedy both ways. I mean, I like this particular paradigm; I think it's really funny, because I just think Chris gets to shine a lot here and do something with something that could potentially seem really kind of cartoony and big which is like him, you know - showing up places and pretending to be casual about seeing me and all that. But he manages to make it kind of realistic and really sweet. So I like this dynamic for now.
Chris on whether Andy will start dating: I think that Andy's undying devotion toward Ann is one of the only things that sort of redeems him, so I hope not. I hope that he just keeps pining after Ann for 10 seasons to come. That would be the best for me.
Rashida on what Chris wears when he's naked on the show: They have those really unappealing little dance belts that were uncomfortable for Chris Pratt.
Chris on the nude scenes: Yeah, let's just say there was a dance belt included and it was uncomfortable. They kind of just are these little things that cover up your junk, but it was almost as if I was wearing nothing at all. Yeah.
Rashida on the show clicking more in the second season: It just takes time. I think for the actors, for the writers, for the audience, you just need some time to settle into what the characters actually are, and what's funny about their dynamics. And I'm super grateful that people gave us a shot to get there but I definitely think it takes about 10 episodes to even know what anything is, you know? I mean, you watch some early Seinfeld, you watch some early Sex and the City, it's nothing like the show turned out to be; the things that people loved about that show did not exist at the beginning of that show, you know.
Chris on the same: I've noticed that, as a fan of the show, I've seen it get better and better, and working on it I've noticed the scripts coming down the pipes have gotten better, but it kind of goes back to what Rashida said: it takes time for everybody. And I think it's just a matter of finding the sensibilities to all the characters and starting with Amy, you know; I think a lot of people compared Steve Carell to Ricky Gervais from The Office when they first started the American version of The Office. But he has a different style of comedy, and maybe they were writing for Steve the way they did for Ricky Gervais. And maybe in the beginning, they were writing for Amy the way that they wrote for Steve Carell, but her comedic sensibility is a little different. Maybe it's not that funny to watch her be uncomfortable the way it is with Steve Carell, but it's so goddamned endearing when she smiles. And you see her and when she's enjoying herself, so is the audience. And you see her doing that a lot more now; kind of just becoming comfortable in who she is, and like the episode with the beauty pageant, she's standing up for women's rights. You're seeing more dimensions of her. And maybe it's always been who they've envisioned her to be, or maybe they're figuring it out, but I sure like Leslie a lot more in the second season. I just enjoy watching her more and I think that's starting to happen with all the characters.

Don't forget to tune in to watch Ann and Andy on tonight's special Halloween episode; something tells me that some of what Rashida and Chris talked about will start developing sooner rather than later!

Link Time!

BuzzSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:00:00 -0700

ABC adds Benjamin Bratt to its Modern Family - TV Squad

Like Roxie's bedroom on Eastwick? Here's how to get the look - CasaSugar

Jordin Sparks covers Katy Perry's Hot 'N' Cold - HitFix

Tommy Lee Jones joins Matthew McConaughey for Lincoln Lawyer - MTV Movies Blog

The new Bachelor is announced! [drumroll] He's last season's reject, Jake - PopWatch

SNL dish: Tracy Morgan has fighting words for his former costars - Defamer

Amy Poehler talks about Parks and Recreation and her knife-fight with New Kids on the Block - TV.com

Exclusive photo of Gavin Rossdale on Criminal Minds - Watch With Kristin

Rashida Jones's graphic novel is being made into a film! - Cinema Blend

Shannen Doherty's new Hallmark movie = awesome -The Futon Critic

Trend Alert: Curvacious

FabSugar — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:00:22 -0700

I finally saw I Love You, Man and now Rashida Jones is on my girldar. She has a unique look and just seems like a cool, down-to-earth chick- and this is what her fashion choices tell me, too. At the LA premiere of Funny People she looked chic in separates. While her black and white tubular skirt is lovely, her curvacious blazer denotes modernity. Without the curvy silhouette, her ensemb would have been vanilla, with it, it's cookies and cream. See what I mean?

Funny People Celebrate the Latest From Judd Apatow

PopSugar — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:30:16 -0700

A handful of Hollywood's most hilarious actors and actresses gathered together for the premiere of Funny People in LA last night. Eric Bana and Seth Rogen suited up while Adam Sandler kept to his casual style. Leslie Mann made a splash in her all-pink ensemble, but Rashida Jones looked equally gorgeous in muted tones - what lipstick shade do you like best on her? Director Judd Apatow had three dates for his big night, though his wife and daughters earned their tickets with roles in the film. On July 31, we'll get to check out the film, and it already seems like a home run with such an entertaining cast.

To see a lot more photos from the night, just read more.

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Images include: Adam Sandler, Eric Bana, Rashida Jones, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, Judd Apatow, Aziz Ansari, David Spade, Elizabeth Banks, Kyle Gass, Zachary Levi, Tom Green, Leslie Mann, Toni Collette

Which Lipstick Colour Do You Like Best On Rashida Jones?

BellaSugarUK — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Last night at the Los Angeles premiere of Funny People, Rashida Jones arrived wearing a badass chain necklace, her hair up and bold red lipstick. Unlike her former role on the TV show The Office where she typically didn't wear any lipstick at all, in real life, Rashida is often seen wearing bright colours. Just last week at the ESPY Awards she donned a white dress with contrasting iridescent magenta lips, and back in April, she wore a ruddy nudey-gloss to a Hollywood party. Out of these three shades, which lip look do you think looks the best?

Michael Phelps Cleans Up at the Star-Studded ESPY Awards

PopSugar — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:00:01 -0700

Many celebs hit the red carpet last night at the ESPY awards in LA to honor the stars of the sports industry. Samuel L. Jackson was the evening's host, and he kept the audience laughing with his jokes about Twitter. Zachary Quinto took the stage looking dapper in his suit, while Miranda Kerr smiled for photos before the scary robbery at Orlando Bloom's house. Demi Moore was also on hand to present Michael Phelps with one of his five awards. It might not have been as snazzy as last year's Justin Timberlake's ESPY hosting gig, but the athletes and stars looked fantastic for the sports-filled night.

Michael wasn't the only one getting trophies - Hollywood's beloved Lakers won Best Team. Other presenters included Rashida Jones and Jeremy Piven, while funny men Andy Samberg and Seth Meyers watched alongside Billy Crudup. The festivities are set to air Sunday evening on ESPN.

To see lots more photos including Kendra Wilkinson, Rob Lowe, Jeremy Piven and others just read more.

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Images include: Andy Samberg, Jaime Pressly, Kendra Wilkenson, Kobe Bryant, Michael Phelps, Rashida Jones, Samuel L. Jackson, Seth Meyers, Wyclef Jean, Shawn Johnson, Miranda Kerr, Billy Crudup, Condoleezza Rice, Zachary Levi, Demi Moore, Zachary Quinto, Jeremy Piven, Marisa Miller, Olivia Wilde, Rob Lowe, Stevie Wonder, Will.i.am

Happy 22nd Birthday Ed Westwick!

PopSugarUK — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 08:47:25 -0700

It's Ed Westwick's 22nd birthday today, so we're paying tribute to the handsome British Gossip Girl star! His short career has been pretty eventful as he was thrust into the spotlight with his costars, landing the villainous part of Chuck Bass on the American teen TV show. So let's take a look back over his career so far to celebrate his special day. Happy Birthday, Ed!

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Color Me Inspired: I Love You, Man's Sunshiney Bride and Bridesmaids

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:50:22 -0700

This Spring, in the comedy I Love You, Man, we witnessed one of the happiest, liveliest colors a bridesmaid can wear. The maids in the movie wore Nanette Lepore's "Still Free" shift dresses, FYI. Appropriate for a garden, beach, or even indoor wedding (if the reception or party is outdoors), your bridesmaids will thank you. How can one stress on the big day when she's surrounded by chipper yellow best buds? I'm also an advocate of non-bridesmaids bridesmaid dresses for the supporting cast - sourcing a mid-range designer for wear-again cocktail dresses is the way to go. It's thoroughly modern and, again, your bridesmaids will be thankful. What do you think - are you as smitten with this sunshiney bride and her bridesmaids as I am?

If you're feeling me on this one, take a look at my sunshiney bridesmaid picks, and read more.

Photo courtesy of Paramount

TV Tonight: Parks and Recreation

BuzzSugar — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:30:19 -0700

The majority of you were into last week's premiere of Parks and Recreation - but will you be tuning back in tonight? I liked the pilot well enough, but now I'm curious to see what the Parks and Rec team does with the characters we met last week.

Tonight, they're canvassing. Leslie wants to present her pit-into-park idea to the public, so she decides to take a door-to-door approach. Naturally, that doesn't quite go according to plan, as Leslie has a knack for saying just the wrong thing at just the wrong time. (I hope to stop comparing this show to The Office soon, but does that sound like anyone else we know?) I have a feeling this episode could have some funny moments for Aziz Ansari as Tom, as he wanders away from the rest of the group and uses his own questionable recruiting tactics. I wonder if they'll be like the ones he attempted to use on Ann in the pilot?

Parks and Rec got decent ratings for the premiere, and I'd love to see the show keep up its momentum tonight. To check out a preview clip, just read more.

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Amy, Will, Aziz, and Rashida Recreate and Celebrate

Molly — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:30:11 -0700

NBC's newest comedy, Parks and Recreation, debuted sandwiched between two episodes of The Office last night. Instead of staying home to watch the show's premiere, the stars took their minds off reviews and ratings to party away at My House club in Hollywood. Amy Poehler was hilarious as the heart of the show - she and Will Arnett left baby Archie at home for the night to celebrate. Aziz Anzari is my favorite part of the show already, while Rashida Jones is sweet as ever. Anna Faris has her own movie coming out this weekend, Observe and Report - check out Buzz's review here - but she came to support her fiance Chris Pratt. I'm clearly already on the P and R train, but are you loving it yet?

To see more from the premiere including most of the cast of The Office and more, just read more.

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Images include: Amy Poehler, Anna Faris, Kate Flannery, Mindy Kaling, Rashida Jones, Will Arnett, Chris Pratt, Aubrey Plaza, Aziz Ansari, Ben Silverman, Leslie David Baker, Melora Hardin, Paul Schneider, BJ Novak, Rainn Wilson, Oscar Nunez, Craig Robinson, David Denman, Creed Bratton

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