Nov 14 2008
World Music Awards 2008
Thanks to my boss’ connection to the WMA (he’s in charge of radio and TV press), Alex and I got to go the WMA’s. Now honestly, I didn’t see much of the show because I was too busy helping Reuters and Wireimage photographers… which was awesome. I think I preferred it to the backstage noise (I know I am a dork)
But I did have a couple things to remark
1) Mariah Carey looked HIGH OFF HER ASS when she was there. And yes, I did see the infamous droppy side boob shot. This woman looked heavily medicated. And I learned something about the world of paparazzi. Apparently, Mariah Carey’s PR has them all on speed dial. How do I know this? Because she called all of the photographers I was working wtih so they could go backstage and take photos of her with her “happy” husband. Who, did not look happy, much as People would like you to think.
2) Solange has the biggest fucking ego ever. What, just because your sister is Beyonce it means that you’re a diva too? I have to admit, Beyonce gave an amazing performance (althought she looked so tired when she walked back in) but she’s a professional. Solange?? Just a fucking prop. She stood around, while her mom primped her in her ugly ass dress, then she underperformed… yea.. She also skipped the press line, because she’s Solange. Yea… diva wannabe. If you can sing like your sister and is married to Jay-Z, MAYBE. But not you. Whew, rant over
3) Jesse Metcalfe is not that great looking. Sorry. And he fell on his ass at the afterparty… so ha. And boring. Boring delivery, boring presentation.
4) Love how ALL famous people wear sunglasses inside. Especially Michelle Williams. She was good though, considering she replaced Lindsay Lohan as host, a huge improvement in my book.
5) Alicia Keys does not have cankles, as I previously thought. Skinny as a twig, short, and GORGEOUS. I couldn’t help staring, but damn, is purple a good color on her. And not a bitch either.
6) Sophie Ellis-Bextor (What?? You don’t know her? Youtube her now!) was the most beautiful woman that night. Too bad she didn’t perform. But she was GORGEOUS, with pale skin, high cheekbones, pregnancy is giving her a nice glow. ON top of that, she’s TALL. All the “stars” I saw that night were WEE (including Jesse Metcalfe, short) but her, tall and elegant. Even Alex was surprised.
7) Madcon. By now, you should know their hit “Beggin” Nice guys of the night. They did the press line, press room, any fan photos, etc. Didn’t even have PR people/manager following them around! They went around by themselves, partied, smiled, spoke praise about Obama. which every retarted reporter asked ANY black performer….. but I guess it says alot about Obama and his golden touch in Europe. Of course, I ignored the stupid skank who asked “Wow, you guys are from Norway? But you guys are black!”
Speaking of stupid skanks, that’s all Alex and I saw last night. A room full of fake titties, heels that was too high with necklines that were too low. Of course, me in my LBD, beige cardigan, and FLAT boots helped me run around.
9) Estelle is incredibly nice. My facebook has the best photo of her and Alex, who is NOW her biggest fan. She graciously took photos with everyone and was smilling the entire time.
10) And finally, Chase Crawford was my nice guy of the evening. Sorry, nothing gossipy for me to tell you, as he went home alone with his PR guy. (and no gay talk either please). Too bad he was kind of a unknown except to me and a couple of expats who bittorrent Gossip Girl. And you know what, I tried very VERY hard not to get hypnotized by this baby blue eyes, but this guy cannot take a bad photo. 
This was us at 3 in the morning. I’m tired and cracked out of my mind, having started at 10 in the morning. So yes, I look like shit compared to him.
And there ya goooo
