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Created on : Friday, March 02, 2007, 12:00:40 pm
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Two Hollywood stars, two incredible sagas that have captivated the nation. Dr. Phil takes you inside the drama surrounding Anna Nicole Smith and Britney Spears. Anna Nicole’s story is one of the most bizarre celebrity cases with unbelievable twists and turns: a beautiful but troubled model, a headline-grabbing pregnancy, the shocking death of her beloved son … culminating in the actress’s untimely demise. Pat O’Brien, host of The Insider, has known Anna Nicole for eight years and shares what it was like spending time with her during her last days. Next up, Alex Goen, CEO of Trimspa, weighs in on the death of his company’s spokesperson. Then, some argue that Britney Spears’ recent behavior—leaving rehab after one day, shaving her head bald, and angrily brandishing an umbrella—indicates that the pop star is in a tragic downward spiral. Frank Griffin, a celebrity photographer, has captured Britney’s public pain through his lens. Are the paparazzi partially responsible for driving this young star to the brink?  Talk about the show here.

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March 9, 2007, 7:13 am PST

Boobs Boobs Boobs

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You disagree with my concept that open evaluation and criticism of why these types make up such a segment of our culture and media should be not be brought up for attention and dialogue.

 

....because I think it is very simple. Men like boobs. They like big boobs. They like women who are willing to flaunt their big boobs. Not all men, but enough to make it worthwhile for some women to use this for personal and monetary gain. It is true now, it has been true throughout the ages, and I think it will be true for quite some time. No amount of public discourse on the subject, no matter how high brow or intellectual, will give it any deeper meaning than that.

 

The other part of the equation is that people, in general, enjoy gossip and voyeurism. We stare at car accidents and we put people up on pedestals for the distinct purpose of ripping them down. It is an ugly side of human nature to be sure....but I don't think it is a great mystery. So, no, I don't think an open evaluation, especially one that includes trying to figure out the specifics of a dead celebrity's sex life, does anything to improve our culture.

 

I do not share your personal animosity toward Anna Nicole. I think she is a sad, tragic figure. I think the lesson to be learned is that money, looks, and the fake adulation that she sought does NOT buy real happiness.

You know what? No matter what, men are NEVER,NEVER going to stop liking boobs. I think God must have made them that way in the beginning to be sure they "go forth and multiply" . Now everything has gotten so out of hand I don't think it's ever going to change.
 
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March 9, 2007, 12:02 pm PST

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You know what? No matter what, men are NEVER,NEVER going to stop liking boobs. I think God must have made them that way in the beginning to be sure they "go forth and multiply" . Now everything has gotten so out of hand I don't think it's ever going to change.
Not true. In some cultures breasts are not viewed as sexual objects but merely as feeding devices for children...(how novel...) I think in this culture we've created them into something they are not.
 
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March 9, 2007, 1:52 pm PST

We agree

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I was just trying to offer an excuse as to why she wasn't wearing underwear.Maybe to show off her Brazilian wax? IMO some things look better with a little camoflauge.
I totally agree with you on that point.
 
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March 9, 2007, 3:07 pm PST

I truly didn't know that.

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Not true. In some cultures breasts are not viewed as sexual objects but merely as feeding devices for children...(how novel...) I think in this culture we've created them into something they are not.
I didn't realize it could be a cultural thing. They definitely come in handy as feeding devices for children. Love the eye. Where did you get it?
 
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March 9, 2007, 3:27 pm PST

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I didn't realize it could be a cultural thing. They definitely come in handy as feeding devices for children. Love the eye. Where did you get it?
LOL I just found it on the internet...you are welcomed to 'steal' it from me...LOL I just love saving things I find online.

And yeah...some cultures breasts are just breasts.  Look at our own culture in the last decade or two. Men have always somewhat found butts to be sexy...but that trend has EXPLODED in the wake of J-Lo and Beyonce.
 
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March 10, 2007, 4:49 pm PST

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Thanks for caring and understanding.  It means a lot..  I am sorry you are in the same boat as me.   I don't wish that on anyone!   I am trying to hang in there but it gets tougher.

I totally agree with you.  I wish Dr. Phill would have been able to shed more light on Lupus instead of brushing it off!
 
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March 11, 2007, 3:49 am PDT

Thank You for your response!

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I totally agree with you.  I wish Dr. Phill would have been able to shed more light on Lupus instead of brushing it off!

Maybe Dr. Phil actually helped us because he made all of us sick lupus people so angry and upset that I doubt he can ignore it.   Maybe he will do the right thing and have a show and have actual people that have lost loved ones to Lupus or if they can still travel....have Lupus people that fight this horrible illness with all it's symptoms and then the other illnesses caused by it!!

Thanks for your response and you are not alone in the world.
 
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March 11, 2007, 7:50 am PDT

MARILYN MONROE - ANNA NICOLE - BPD

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior.  This instability often disrupts family and work life, long-term planning, and the individual's sense of self-identity. 

While less known than schizophrenia or bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness), BPD is more common, affecting 2% of adults, mostly young women.  One of my favorite books which provides great introduction and insight:  

 

Get Me Out of Here:  My Recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder by Rachel Reiland

 

Some of the story is typical:  early family conflicts, abusive relationships, feelings of insecruity contributing to destructive behaviors such as rage attacks, promiscuity, and anorexia.  The extreme behaviors of BPD constitute the high drama in the stories of those who endure its ravages.

 

Hope it helps!

 
 
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March 11, 2007, 2:18 pm PDT

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Maybe Dr. Phil actually helped us because he made all of us sick lupus people so angry and upset that I doubt he can ignore it.   Maybe he will do the right thing and have a show and have actual people that have lost loved ones to Lupus or if they can still travel....have Lupus people that fight this horrible illness with all it's symptoms and then the other illnesses caused by it!!

Thanks for your response and you are not alone in the world.

Ok...I didn't watch the show, but I read the online transcript and I don't see how he "brushed it off"....maybe the left that out of the transcript? Maybe he didn't want to waste a lot of time on something that isn't known to be factual...(Anna Nicole Smith having lupus)...I sure wish I knew what he said that was so horrible.
 
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March 12, 2007, 9:02 am PDT

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Ok...I didn't watch the show, but I read the online transcript and I don't see how he "brushed it off"....maybe the left that out of the transcript? Maybe he didn't want to waste a lot of time on something that isn't known to be factual...(Anna Nicole Smith having lupus)...I sure wish I knew what he said that was so horrible.
anna nicole smith was no special person.  she made it famous by taking her clothes off!  did she find a cure for something?  did she help anybody get well ?  no so as fatr as i am conerned she is no celebrity.   i think she is a tramp.  gee mom, if i do drugs and take my clothes off maybe i will be famous.   i do beleive however that she loved her husband.
 
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