Published 10.31.08 in Metro
Yeah, but who's counting?
Turns out Paris Hilton and her “rocker” boyfriend Benji Madden love being in love so much that they celebrate their month anniversaries. You know, like you did back in middle school. And you know, this actually makes a lot of sense, as we imagine Paris was getting frustrated about never getting to celebrate an actual anniversary, since it’s rare for one to last a whole year.
Now, as grammar nuts by nature, we’re of course bent out of shape by the whole “month anniversary” thing, since the word anniversary means… well, you get it. But who among us can say they are celebrating their mensiversary with a straight face? And who are we to poo-poo their love, anyway?
“I am a romantic so we celebrate every month that goes by,” Benji told Fame News. “I was not with Paris for our actual eight-month anniversary on the day.” Wait, so which is it? Is it a big deal or not, Benji? We need consistency here. Young people look to Paris for guidance, after all.
He went on to proclaim: “We are always on the phone and I trust her with my life. We trust each other with our lives. I am the happiest I have ever been in my life. I am madly in love with the most beautiful woman in the world.” And really, who’s he trying to convince here? Wethinks the rocker doth protest too much.
Off to the bunny slope, 007
Daniel Craig is continuing his campaign to underplay his Bond credentials, but we won’t be fooled. First, it was the series of “I got an owie” moments and “I can’t drive stick” during the press tour for “Casino Royale.” And now, while promoting “Quantum of Solace,” Craig wants to make sure everyone knows he can’t ski to save his life.
“I’m not a very good skier,” Craig told Hollywood.com. “Jesus, I think my Bond actually slides down the hill on a blanket or a tray.”
Whatever, Blondie. Your attempt to boost our affections by lowering our expectations won’t work. So stop tampering with our emotions and get back into your hot-pants bathing suit.
Papa, please co-sign
In the ongoing legal drama that is Britney Spears’ career rehabilitation, we have a new wrinkle: Brit’s dad, Jamie Spears, has been granted permanent control of her affairs. Obviously, mom Lynn’s plan of sending a copy of her new book to the judge didn’t work out as she planned.
But “permanent” is a funny word. According to Terry K. Wasserman, a mental health lawyer not involved with this case, Dad may not always have to be in the picture. “Ms. Spears can regain control of her life anytime – as long as her doctors feel she’s able to manage her own affairs,” he told People.com. Just so long as someone’s in charge over there.