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The funniest CMA video yet

Leave it up to Ellen Degeneres to make me laugh out loud.  Check out this video of Ellen's correspondent Jeannie chatting with some of your favorite country stars last week on the red carpet at the CMAs.

I do believe Lady A has a future in improv.

Dolly talks seasons

A few wise words from Dolly Parton.

Country cuties become Maxim Hotties

Maxim Magazine, the tame-man's Playboy (yeah, I made that last part up myself) has come up with a new list of who they think are country's hottest ladies. They put them in order, although I don't think there was really meant to be a #1.  Who do you think got left off the list?

• Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman
• Faith Hill
• Gretchen Wilson
• Julie Roberts
• Martina McBride
• Kristy Lee Cook
• Miranda Lambert
• Kellie Pickler
• Jennifer Nettles
• Sara Evans
• Danielle Peck
• Hillary Scott
• Carrie Underwood
• Shania Twain
• Cheyenne Kimball
• Jessie James
• Taylor Swift
• Julianne Hough

{Via Examiner}

Trace Adkins is the headache man

Trace Adkins apparently gets a lot of headaches since he's become the face of BC Headache Powder.

“I’m very particular about attaching my name to products or causes, unless it’s something I use or believe in,” said Adkins. “My relationship with BC Headache Powder is personal and runs deep. I still remember when my grandfather gave me my first BC. I even remember the product advertising jingle from the 70’s. I am proud to be representing BC, especially on tour in front of thousands of fans.”

As a spokesperson for the next two years, Adkins will record radio ads, be included in images at retail stores and on BC’s website (BC Powder), perform songs at exclusive events, and conduct a BC Headache Powder sponsored concert tour in 2010 that will include more than 80 national concert stops. Currently, Trace is sponsored by BC Headache Powder for 38 tour stops on the “Shine All Night” Tour with Martina McBride.

“Regular, hardworking people will now share the spotlight with Trace Adkins to tell the story of how good and fast BC works on headaches and tough body pain,” said Darren Singer, VP Marketing BC Powders. “Once we heard Trace’s personal history with BC, which has spanned three generations, we had to make him another member of our storytelling team. He is a tremendous asset to us and a huge draw for people who work hard for what they have.”

Awww, how sweet, Trace has become the representative of a company with grandfather memories attached to it.  

And if you care to, Matt Hawthorne, the photographer who took photos of Trace for the BC Headache Powder campaign has some behind the scenes photos on his site here.

 

Justin Moore, new home owner

From Jimmy Carter's Website

■ JUSTIN MOORE & WIFE FIND A HOME OF THEIR OWN: Justin Moore and his wife Kate just bought their first home south of Nashville, and you and they are quickly moving in before their baby Ella Kole comes early next year.  There are so many things happening so quickly in the rising star’s life right now, both personally and professionally, we asked Justin how he stays grounded and keeps everything straight.  We're very excited!” exclaims Justin.  “The 1100 square feet house we were in was just gonna get too crowded.  And, moving out in the country is gonna help me stay grounded.  My back porch looks out over a pasture full of cows instead of another house.  It makes me feel more at home.”

Some more of Taylor's InStyle spread

I already brought you Taylor's 3-D InStyle December cover, but now we have a bit more of a glimpse of what Taylor has going on inside the magazine.

She talks about how to get curly hair and retro fashions (see video), Taylor Lautner and the fact that she's still single (via People).

"I've never thought it was a curse to be single, and at this point in my life, I'm in the mind-set where I choose to be single –] like I got to light scented candles and write in my diary and I wouldn't have time for that if I had a boyfriend right now!"

And just in case you were wondering, Taylor is still alive and well.  Seems Taylor became the victim of the latest celebrity death rumor this weekend.  Although it must not have gained much ground since I never heard about it until this morning when everyone was talking about the rumor. 

Carrie's fans use their camping time for a good cause

Emily sent me this great video of some of die-hard Carrie Underwood fans who while camping out in hopes to get vouchers to meet Carrie the next day, decided to use the time to raise some money for Carrie's C.A.T.S. Foundation.  The good news is they received $230.36 with $100 donation coming from one guy alone.  The better news...they got to present the money to Carrie herself. 

So cool.  Go Carrie Fans!

And in the words of Lisa Hendin, one of the devoted Carrie fans, "Thank you to all the intoxicated people on 3rd and Broadway that helped make this happen."

Glad to see that the intoxicated people of 3rd and Broadway are making a change in the world. 

And speaking of Carrie, her beau, Mike, was in the audience for Carrie's Saturday Opry performance to support his gal.  Check out the story here.