In 1992, Sharon Stone changed the way we look at how women cross their legs in a little movie called Basic Instinct. That scene was so iconic, we are still talking about it today. Without that moment, that movie would have been forgotten. But instead, it is a classic.
Men watched those few seconds, and it left a lasting impression that did not end when the lights turned on. Women watched that scene and were like I want to control men with just my legs, as she did.
However, after 33 years, we still don’t know how to do it as hypnotizing as she did. But that all changes tomorrow, when she gives us a lesson on The Drew Barrymore Show about how to cross your legs and make a man’s eyes go crossed.
What is her magical secret? She demonstrated her technique to Drew Barrymore and the audience. She explained that you sit straight up. Next, you bend your elbows and lean back, “so that you have a sense of openness, with your chest open, really important.” Then you look at him and think, “Go ahead, fuck with me,” as you slowly bring your leg over the other one.
Telling him to fuck with you in your mind as you show him he can’t, will empower your whole body to show him you are the boss and he is lucky to be your lap dog.
Go try it! It really makes you feel like a bad bitch with an ice pick, ready to take a stab at love.
Andrew McCarthy spends more of his time now writing books than acting these days, and that is not a bad thing.
His latest book, Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America, is inspired by something his son, Sam, said to him.
The Brat Packer told Drew Barrymore on her daytime talk show that one night he was talking with his son, and the younger McCarthy was telling a story about one of his friends. Then, when he was done, he said to his dad, “You don’t really have any friends. Do you?”
The actor then explained that he does have friends, but he just doesn’t see them because they don’t live near him anymore, but he knows that they are there. So, he got in the car and drove around the country on the backroads, catching up with old friends and making new ones along the way.
What he discovered is that men don’t have that bond of friendship of being there all the time. And he also realized that there is a loneliness that men and women are experiencing now because they don’t have friends for whatever reason (social media and technology have been a blessing and a curse for friendships).
He also shared that when he finally saw them in person again. It was not catching up, but picking up.
Everything he said is something many of us can relate to. I have lived in four cities, attended many different schools, and worked several jobs. So I have friends from all stages of my life. Some I talk to all the time, others for birthdays, and a few every couple of years. But no matter what, when we do talk or see each other, it is like no time has passed.
Everything he said resonated with me. Because of that, I can’t wait to read his book.
I am especially curious about the male dynamic because I have more guy friends than girl friends. However, almost all of the important ones missed my birthday and didn’t reach out until the next day, and that broke my heart. But I understand, even if it hurts.
Anyways, what is your take about friendship?
P.S. Don’t get me started on family! Wow, this post got personal! Friendship hug.
Steve Zahn was on The Drew Barrymore Show the other day, and the two of them talked about their Riding in Cars with Boys’ director, Penny Marshall.
They reminisced about what a character the late legendary actress was. Then the White Lotus actor shared a story about going to her house to discuss the film. He flew to LA to talk about the film, and she invited him to meet her at her house.
He explained to the audience that her house was massive. When he finally got inside, a man greeted him from the top of a staircase. The employee told him that Marshall was on the phone for him.
So he picked up the phone, and she told him to take the back staircase to meet her in the bedroom. However, that man told him there was no back staircase.
However, she was in her bedroom. When he opened the door, she was lying in the bed wearing a Lakers jersey. And in her Bronx accent, she asked him if he wanted some bacon. Of course, he said yes. So that man from the staircase came in with a plate of bacon. And then two of them sat in bed, talked about the movie, and ate bacon.
Zahn said to Drew, “How cool is that?” It is very cool, and it is a memory he will never forget. And now it is something I want to do. I want to invite someone over and eat just bacon in my bed.
And let’s talk about how cool and lovable Zahn is. I can totally see why Marshall Baconed & Bedded with him.
Drew Barrymore, Ross Matthews, and Valerie Bertinelli were all talking about sex dreams on her daytime talk show, and the Hot in Cleveland actress went there.
As in, she asked the host if she had ever had a sex dream where she climaxed. Well, at first, the woman who went on 50 First Dates answered the question honestly. But then, Matthews pointed out how brave Val is to open like that in front of everyone, as if it were no big deal.
Well, as soon as he said that, the women realized they were talking as though it was just them, and that is when Drew did a spit take, and Val turned bright red.
Personally, I love that they are so open like that. More women should feel comfortable to speak so freely about sex. We want it just as much as men. And I will be honest, the best conversations I have had about it were with other women at adult toy stores! For some reason, it felt like no big deal to talk about it, unlike when I am with other female friends. However, the men in my life have no problem discussing it so openly. Sorry for the tangent! But in the words of TLC, Let’s Talk About Sex!!!
Back to Bertinelli, when I was growing up, I wanted to be friends with her because she made Barbara Cooper seem so cool. And now hearing how open she is about everything, I want to be friends with her even more. The girl talk we could have would be so much fun!!!
CBS brought back Hollywood Squares, and it was a hit. Therefore, they picked it up for a second season. Today, they announced who will be joining Drew Barrymore in the squares.
Some of the 70 celebrity guests appearing this season are: Anthony Anderson, Glenn Close, Kat Dennings, Fortune Feimster, Zarna Garg, Jay Mohr, Padma Lakshmi, Joel McHale, Ariana Debose, and Arsenio Hall. Plus, fan-favorite celebrities are back, including Whitney Cummings, Tiffany Haddish, Pete Holmes, Lil Rel Howery, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, Leslie Jones, Jo Koy, Ross Mathews, Ms. Pat, and RuPaul.
