While Ryan Kelley made a strong first impression when he starred alongside Sigourney Weaver as the suicidal Bobby Griffith in the heartbreaking TV movie Prayers For Bobby, he stirred us up in an entirely different way from his first appearance last season on MTV’s werewolf drama, Teen Wolf.
And for those of you who said last year that you wanted to see more of Kelley’s Deputy Parrish, the fourth season, which kicks off tonight, is going to deliver just that. Not only is Parrish going to be more involved with the adventures of Scott (Tyler Posey), Stiles (Dylan O’Brien), Derek (Tyler Hoechlin), Lydia (Holland Roden) and new series regulars Kira (Arden Cho) and Malia (Shelley Hennig), but the young Deputy may also find himself with a love interest of his own.
Kelley’s road to Teen Wolf is a long one, as he’ll tell us, but out series creator Jeff Davis,...
And for those of you who said last year that you wanted to see more of Kelley’s Deputy Parrish, the fourth season, which kicks off tonight, is going to deliver just that. Not only is Parrish going to be more involved with the adventures of Scott (Tyler Posey), Stiles (Dylan O’Brien), Derek (Tyler Hoechlin), Lydia (Holland Roden) and new series regulars Kira (Arden Cho) and Malia (Shelley Hennig), but the young Deputy may also find himself with a love interest of his own.
Kelley’s road to Teen Wolf is a long one, as he’ll tell us, but out series creator Jeff Davis,...
- 6/23/2014
- by Jim Halterman
- The Backlot
Tammy Faye…Tori Spelling…Chaz Bono…RuPaul…The Fabulous Beekman Boys…and (soon) Latoya Jackson.
These names are not only iconic for what they’ve each brought to the world of entertainment but the one common thread between each of them is they have been brought to our attention in revealing ways in film and television by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato and their World of Wonder Productions.
The Super Producers currently are working on a multitude of projects including RuPaul’s All-Stars Drag Race on Logo, the just-announced Latoya Jackson reality show for Own, Oxygen’s All The Right Moves and this weekend’s one-hour Own special, 10 Kids, 2 Dads.
AfterElton miraculously was able to get both Bailey and Barbato on the phone earlier this week to talk about all these projects as well as their philosophy for why when it comes to reality TV, hair flipping is so much better than table flipping.
These names are not only iconic for what they’ve each brought to the world of entertainment but the one common thread between each of them is they have been brought to our attention in revealing ways in film and television by Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato and their World of Wonder Productions.
The Super Producers currently are working on a multitude of projects including RuPaul’s All-Stars Drag Race on Logo, the just-announced Latoya Jackson reality show for Own, Oxygen’s All The Right Moves and this weekend’s one-hour Own special, 10 Kids, 2 Dads.
AfterElton miraculously was able to get both Bailey and Barbato on the phone earlier this week to talk about all these projects as well as their philosophy for why when it comes to reality TV, hair flipping is so much better than table flipping.
- 8/17/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
(l to r) Teddy Forance, Kyle Robinson, Travis Wall and Nick Lazzarini
photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Sitting down with just one of the dancers from the new Oxygen docu-series, All The Right Moves, is one thing but what do you get when you sit down with Travis Wall, Nick Lazzarini, Teddy Forance and Kyle Robinson at the same time? Well, it’s a fun mix of everything. Of course, each of these guys have their own unique blend of cuteness, sexiness and immense dancing prowess, but put them together and you also get an undeniable brotherly camaraderie. They work with their dance company Shaping Sound, laugh and fight together in their shared home and, yes, dance together in life and on the show. We recently grabbed them for a chat (and hot photo shoot!) to talk about their new series.
AfterElton: In doing the show, did it change your relationships at all?...
photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Sitting down with just one of the dancers from the new Oxygen docu-series, All The Right Moves, is one thing but what do you get when you sit down with Travis Wall, Nick Lazzarini, Teddy Forance and Kyle Robinson at the same time? Well, it’s a fun mix of everything. Of course, each of these guys have their own unique blend of cuteness, sexiness and immense dancing prowess, but put them together and you also get an undeniable brotherly camaraderie. They work with their dance company Shaping Sound, laugh and fight together in their shared home and, yes, dance together in life and on the show. We recently grabbed them for a chat (and hot photo shoot!) to talk about their new series.
AfterElton: In doing the show, did it change your relationships at all?...
- 7/30/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
Keahu Kahuanui photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Ever since the second season of MTV’s Teen Wolf roared to life a few weeks ago, viewers have undoubtedly noticed that we’re seeing a bit more of Danny, the openly gay character on the teen werewolf series. We just learned Danny’s last name (Mahealani) and in tonight’s episode, entitled “Frenemy,” we’ll find out a little bit more about him and, as has been leaked previously, some of the action takes place in a gay bar.
Who better than actor Keahu Kahuanui, who plays Danny, to fill us in on tonight’s episode and shed some light (and a bit of coy teasing) on burning questions like... will Danny get a relationship? What’s really the appeal in his character's relationship with Jackson (Colton Haynes)? And would he like to see Danny join the wolf pack? And are...
Ever since the second season of MTV’s Teen Wolf roared to life a few weeks ago, viewers have undoubtedly noticed that we’re seeing a bit more of Danny, the openly gay character on the teen werewolf series. We just learned Danny’s last name (Mahealani) and in tonight’s episode, entitled “Frenemy,” we’ll find out a little bit more about him and, as has been leaked previously, some of the action takes place in a gay bar.
Who better than actor Keahu Kahuanui, who plays Danny, to fill us in on tonight’s episode and shed some light (and a bit of coy teasing) on burning questions like... will Danny get a relationship? What’s really the appeal in his character's relationship with Jackson (Colton Haynes)? And would he like to see Danny join the wolf pack? And are...
- 7/2/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
Ray Ford photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Springtime brings with it a slew of new television shows. Shows that, if they're lucky enough to strike a chord with viewers, will land a spot on the network fall schedules. One sitcom that has started out of the gate strong is ABC's Don't Trust The B**** In Apartment 23. Set in New York, City, the series, created by Nahnatchka Khan (Family Guy), puts together a naive Indiana transplant named June (Dreama Walker), who ends up being roommates with wild child Chloe (Krysten Ritter, aka 'the B****"). The colorful Chloe also happens to be BFFs with actor James Van Der Beek.
Van Der Beek is best known for his title role in the teen drama Dawson's Creek, and on this show he plays an exaggerated, egocentric version of himself. This fictional Van Der Beek also has a devoted gay assistant. Enter Luther, played by Ray Ford,...
Springtime brings with it a slew of new television shows. Shows that, if they're lucky enough to strike a chord with viewers, will land a spot on the network fall schedules. One sitcom that has started out of the gate strong is ABC's Don't Trust The B**** In Apartment 23. Set in New York, City, the series, created by Nahnatchka Khan (Family Guy), puts together a naive Indiana transplant named June (Dreama Walker), who ends up being roommates with wild child Chloe (Krysten Ritter, aka 'the B****"). The colorful Chloe also happens to be BFFs with actor James Van Der Beek.
Van Der Beek is best known for his title role in the teen drama Dawson's Creek, and on this show he plays an exaggerated, egocentric version of himself. This fictional Van Der Beek also has a devoted gay assistant. Enter Luther, played by Ray Ford,...
- 5/9/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
Eddie McClintock photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
It's no secret that we're big fans of Eddie McClintock around here. The sexy star of Warehouse 13 has not one, not two, but three photo galleries on our Facebook page, and had us tuning in to the show long before they ever introduced a gay character last year. The former wrestler from Ohio is loudly pro-equality, with a wicked sense of humor that comes from a genuine place in his heart. He recently spoke with me about the show, playing gay on Felicity, growing up in the Midwest, his family, and the created family he now has on Warehouse 13. He even invited us into his home for a revealing photo shoot. This is obviously the beginning of my campaign to have him in our Hot 100 this year.
SyFy did have one condition: We weren't allowed to talk about any spoilers from the upcoming season,...
It's no secret that we're big fans of Eddie McClintock around here. The sexy star of Warehouse 13 has not one, not two, but three photo galleries on our Facebook page, and had us tuning in to the show long before they ever introduced a gay character last year. The former wrestler from Ohio is loudly pro-equality, with a wicked sense of humor that comes from a genuine place in his heart. He recently spoke with me about the show, playing gay on Felicity, growing up in the Midwest, his family, and the created family he now has on Warehouse 13. He even invited us into his home for a revealing photo shoot. This is obviously the beginning of my campaign to have him in our Hot 100 this year.
SyFy did have one condition: We weren't allowed to talk about any spoilers from the upcoming season,...
- 4/24/2012
- by lostinmiami
- The Backlot
Grant Gustin photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Someday when we think back fondly on the television series Glee – and you know we will – we'll remember one of the bright spots of its third season was Sebastian Smythe. The conniving Dalton Academy Warbler is the guy you love to hate. He tried to break up Klaine (Chris Colfer and Darren Criss) after all, and then tried to take down the entire McKinley Glee Club via blackmail and a gravel slushee. But turns out the boy isn't all bad. Dave Karofsky's (Max Adler) attempted suicide in the last episode hit him hard. Sebastian actually suffered guilt over cruelly rebuffing the stocky (well, relatively stocky) Karofsky at a gay bar.
What’s next for the newly repentant Sebastian? When new episodes begin airing in April, will we see a kinder, gentler soul? Who else could Sebastian set his sights on to romance?...
Someday when we think back fondly on the television series Glee – and you know we will – we'll remember one of the bright spots of its third season was Sebastian Smythe. The conniving Dalton Academy Warbler is the guy you love to hate. He tried to break up Klaine (Chris Colfer and Darren Criss) after all, and then tried to take down the entire McKinley Glee Club via blackmail and a gravel slushee. But turns out the boy isn't all bad. Dave Karofsky's (Max Adler) attempted suicide in the last episode hit him hard. Sebastian actually suffered guilt over cruelly rebuffing the stocky (well, relatively stocky) Karofsky at a gay bar.
What’s next for the newly repentant Sebastian? When new episodes begin airing in April, will we see a kinder, gentler soul? Who else could Sebastian set his sights on to romance?...
- 3/6/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
All photos by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
Jake Nodar first caught our fancy during his stint on the wilderness adventure show Out Of The Wild, and then filmed his own video series for us, the gay guide Surviving The Wild (best tip - never glitterbomb a bear!)
Now he's back in the spotlight as part of the reality competition series Full Metal Jousting, which premieres Sunday, February 12th at 10 Pm Et on The History Channel.
We got a chance to talk to Jake about the new show, and what he's been up to since we last saw him.
Ae: Hey Jake! It's been a while since we heard from you. We first got to know you during Out Of The Wild: The Alaska Adventure, and then you did the video series Surviving The Wild for us. What's been going on since then?
Jn: Since doing Out Of The Wild I've...
Jake Nodar first caught our fancy during his stint on the wilderness adventure show Out Of The Wild, and then filmed his own video series for us, the gay guide Surviving The Wild (best tip - never glitterbomb a bear!)
Now he's back in the spotlight as part of the reality competition series Full Metal Jousting, which premieres Sunday, February 12th at 10 Pm Et on The History Channel.
We got a chance to talk to Jake about the new show, and what he's been up to since we last saw him.
Ae: Hey Jake! It's been a while since we heard from you. We first got to know you during Out Of The Wild: The Alaska Adventure, and then you did the video series Surviving The Wild for us. What's been going on since then?
Jn: Since doing Out Of The Wild I've...
- 2/9/2012
- by snicks
- The Backlot
D.J. Pierce (a.k.a. Shangela Laquifa Wadley)
(Unless otherwise noted, all photos credit Clinton Gaughran/AfterElton)
You might remember the glorious Shangela Laquifa Wadley stomping it out on RuPaul's Drag Race Seasons Two and Three. And while she might not have taken home the prize in either season, she could well turn out to be the show's biggest star.
The actor behind this amazing drag creation, D.J. Pierce, has been busy filming TV pilots and guest spots, honing his stand-up act and launching a music career. He will also make an appearance this Wednesday on TLC's Toddlers & Tiaras, returning to his hometown of Paris, Texas to act as pageant coach for his goddaughter.
We were happy to grab D.J. for a photo shoot last week, as well as an extended interview where we talked acting gigs, vision boards, his relationship with fellow Drag Race contestants Raja and Manila Luzon,...
(Unless otherwise noted, all photos credit Clinton Gaughran/AfterElton)
You might remember the glorious Shangela Laquifa Wadley stomping it out on RuPaul's Drag Race Seasons Two and Three. And while she might not have taken home the prize in either season, she could well turn out to be the show's biggest star.
The actor behind this amazing drag creation, D.J. Pierce, has been busy filming TV pilots and guest spots, honing his stand-up act and launching a music career. He will also make an appearance this Wednesday on TLC's Toddlers & Tiaras, returning to his hometown of Paris, Texas to act as pageant coach for his goddaughter.
We were happy to grab D.J. for a photo shoot last week, as well as an extended interview where we talked acting gigs, vision boards, his relationship with fellow Drag Race contestants Raja and Manila Luzon,...
- 1/9/2012
- by dennis
- The Backlot
Brad Goreski photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
When Brad Goreski first became a part of our reality TV addiction on the first season Bravo’s The Rachel Zoe Project in 2008, there were probably more than a few of us (including some Bravo execs, no doubt) who said ‘That guy is going to get his own show someday.’ Besides his upbeat charm, fabulous style and, yeah, good looks, Goreski was also out and proud and made sure he used his new celebrity to lend a voice to such important causes as The Trevor Project. Now, with tonight’s premiere of his own reality show, entitled It’s A Brad, Brad World, Goreski has gone from being Zoe’s employee to starting his own styling business – as well as letting cameras into his personal life with longtime boyfriend, Gary Janetti.
Goreski recently invited AfterElton to hang out at his Hollywood studio...
When Brad Goreski first became a part of our reality TV addiction on the first season Bravo’s The Rachel Zoe Project in 2008, there were probably more than a few of us (including some Bravo execs, no doubt) who said ‘That guy is going to get his own show someday.’ Besides his upbeat charm, fabulous style and, yeah, good looks, Goreski was also out and proud and made sure he used his new celebrity to lend a voice to such important causes as The Trevor Project. Now, with tonight’s premiere of his own reality show, entitled It’s A Brad, Brad World, Goreski has gone from being Zoe’s employee to starting his own styling business – as well as letting cameras into his personal life with longtime boyfriend, Gary Janetti.
Goreski recently invited AfterElton to hang out at his Hollywood studio...
- 1/2/2012
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
Chandler Massey photographed by Clinton Gaughran for AfterElton
At a time in television history when the daytime serial is rapidly disappearing, NBC’s 46-year old Days Of Our Lives has managed to create a stir and get some attention for one reason – the gays have found their way to Salem! While last summer saw the arrival of Freddie Smith playing good-guy (and out and proud) Sonny Kiriakis, this winter we’re finally getting a meatier coming out story with the character of Will Horton, played with earnest believability by Chandler Massey.
The buzz about Will’s coming out has been building for months but on the episodes currently airing weekdays on NBC we’re seeing Will becoming more and more unraveled and, as Massey told AfterElton.com over lunch recently, this is just the beginning of Will’s coming out story and, in true soap fashion, viewers can expect him...
At a time in television history when the daytime serial is rapidly disappearing, NBC’s 46-year old Days Of Our Lives has managed to create a stir and get some attention for one reason – the gays have found their way to Salem! While last summer saw the arrival of Freddie Smith playing good-guy (and out and proud) Sonny Kiriakis, this winter we’re finally getting a meatier coming out story with the character of Will Horton, played with earnest believability by Chandler Massey.
The buzz about Will’s coming out has been building for months but on the episodes currently airing weekdays on NBC we’re seeing Will becoming more and more unraveled and, as Massey told AfterElton.com over lunch recently, this is just the beginning of Will’s coming out story and, in true soap fashion, viewers can expect him...
- 12/16/2011
- by nyjimmy67
- The Backlot
all photos credit: Clinton Gaughran/AfterElton
You might be familiar with Alan Ritchson from his many years modeling underwear for the likes of Abercrombie & Fitch and N2N, or for his superhero gig as Smallville's Aquaman, or for his recent memorable guest turn as a passionate gay love interest for 90210's Teddy.
But for the past three years Ritchson has been honing his comedic chops playing quarterback Thad Castle on the Spike series Blue Mountain State. If you've been following the show you've certainly noticed just how funny the man is. There's clearly a lot more to Ritchson than ripped abs, a megawatt smile and an amazing ass, and we wanted to know more about him.
AfterElton met up with Ritchson last week at the legendary West Hollywood watering hole, The Abbey, to talk about everything from his workout regime, that 90210 make out session with Trevor Donovan, Blue Mountain State...
You might be familiar with Alan Ritchson from his many years modeling underwear for the likes of Abercrombie & Fitch and N2N, or for his superhero gig as Smallville's Aquaman, or for his recent memorable guest turn as a passionate gay love interest for 90210's Teddy.
But for the past three years Ritchson has been honing his comedic chops playing quarterback Thad Castle on the Spike series Blue Mountain State. If you've been following the show you've certainly noticed just how funny the man is. There's clearly a lot more to Ritchson than ripped abs, a megawatt smile and an amazing ass, and we wanted to know more about him.
AfterElton met up with Ritchson last week at the legendary West Hollywood watering hole, The Abbey, to talk about everything from his workout regime, that 90210 make out session with Trevor Donovan, Blue Mountain State...
- 10/31/2011
- by Jim Halterman
- The Backlot
I've seen the way he swivels his hips, so I'll assume he's an expert.
Welcome back to Twitterwatch, where we distill all the best celebrity pronouncements into a bite size digest. This week, as we approach Halloween, thoughts seem to be turning to the naughty in Hollywood, which makes me wonder if Santa gives everyone a pass on holidays he's not a part of, or if these folks are angling for a lump of coal.
Since I've now got you wondering just what naughty thoughts celebrities are up to, we'll start mild, but with all sorts of possibilities. I woke up this morning to Ricky Martin posting this musing about life and sex, and doing it in two languages. The posting that is. Sex is a language all its own.
I'm probably never going to be able to take anything either Savage brother does terribly seriously. One of them could go into adult films,...
Welcome back to Twitterwatch, where we distill all the best celebrity pronouncements into a bite size digest. This week, as we approach Halloween, thoughts seem to be turning to the naughty in Hollywood, which makes me wonder if Santa gives everyone a pass on holidays he's not a part of, or if these folks are angling for a lump of coal.
Since I've now got you wondering just what naughty thoughts celebrities are up to, we'll start mild, but with all sorts of possibilities. I woke up this morning to Ricky Martin posting this musing about life and sex, and doing it in two languages. The posting that is. Sex is a language all its own.
I'm probably never going to be able to take anything either Savage brother does terribly seriously. One of them could go into adult films,...
- 10/28/2011
- by Ed Kennedy
- The Backlot
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