It can be hard to keep up with everything going on in pop culture. Join reporter Zackary Moran-Norris each week for a round-up of some of the largest stories of the week so your references can always stay relevant.
Justin Bieber in Calvin Klein?
Calvin Klein has a new face, and it's a familiar one. No, it's not David Beckham or Mark Wahlberg; it's Justin Bieber. The new ad campaign features the 20-year-old pop star in nothing but his Calvin underwear, which sparked controversy when an allegedly unedited photo from the shoot surfaced on the Internet.
The image features a less bulky version of the pop star in more places than just one. Bieber denied it, but then again, the singer wasn't completely honest about his now confirmed driving under the influence charge. Regardless, the Internet blew up in such a way that hasn't been seen since the now infamous Kim Kardashian Paper Magazine cover was released.
Jimmy Fallon and Nicole Kidman Almost Dated?
On the Jan. 9 taping of The "Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," Nicole Kidman shared an embarrassing story to the world. Kidman, now married, was invited to Jimmy Fallon’s New York apartment, which turned into a disaster when Fallon had nothing to offer except for video games, brie cheese and old Chinese food.
At the time, Kidman was single and had a crush on a completely clueless Fallon. Maybe the reason this botched attempt at a date struck a chord with so many people is because most men can relate.
"Bachelorette" Split-Up?
Finding true love on a reality dating show? What could possibly go wrong? Ask "The Bachelorette’s" Andi Dorfman and Josh Murray, who recently called it quits while engaged.
Fans are surprisingly shocked at the split, as if the show is an immaculate compatibility factory where everlasting couples are manufactured. However, there is good news. The couple has remained friendly and said that there was no cheating involved, assuming you disregard the other 20 guys that Andi had relationships with on the show.
Who Stole the Show at the 72nd Golden Globes?
As tradition, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler hosted the evening and they wasted no time with their opening jokes, the usual jabs at audience members and even a cold-blooded Bill Cosby mini-roast. Big winners of the night included Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood," Wes Anderson’s “Grand Budapest Hotel” and… Prince.
No, that is not a misprint. Prince was the surprise guest at the 72nd Golden Globes and nearly stole the show when he made a surprise visit to present the award for Best Original Song. Overall, it was another successful night of salty-eyed acceptance speeches and celebrities getting drunk off of bottles of chardonnay.
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