Blog Posts by Rebecca Detken

  • Kourtney Kardashian: ‘How I Got My Bikini Body’

    David Yellen/Life & StyleDavid Yellen/Life & StyleKourtney Kardashian adores her baby boy Mason (born December 14), but like most new moms she was anxious to shed the 40 extra pounds she put on while pregnant. A mere four months after giving birth, it looks like the reality star has pretty much gotten her bikini bod back. In the new issue of Life & Style, Kourtney shares her tips with the rest of us for getting beach-ready. Sure, a few of her "secrets" are no-brainers, but I guess it can never hurt to hear them again!

    Start Small: "I used to always get a chai latte from Starbucks, but I just switched to one espresso shot," notes Kourtney. [Swapping 16 ounces of latte for an espresso saves 235 calories!] "I'm allowing myself one serving of caffeine while breastfeeding [Mason], and the latte was really all sugar and milk."

    The 31-year-old is also trying to cut out other useless calories, like those from juice and dehydrated fruits. "I was eating a lot of dried fruit, and I didn't realize how much sugar that added," she says. "And now

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  • ScarJo’s a Happy Homebody

    Michelangelo Di Battista/InStyleMichelangelo Di Battista/InStyleWhile most 25-year-old celebs can be found stumbling out of the newest Hollywood hot spot, that's not the case for Scarlett Johansson. The "Iron Man 2" star, who wed Ryan Reynolds 18 months ago, tells InStyle that she's more of a homebody/homemaker than a party girl.

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    "You're not gong to find me at 4 a.m. hitting up the club, bottle full of bub ... Maybe on a rare occasion," she says. "But I've just never been much of a clubby, nightlife kind of person. I'm not a social butterfly. I've never been part of a scandal that was really juicy."

    How boring! Of course, if I got to cuddle on the couch with Ryan Reynolds every night, I guess I'd be content staying at home too.

    To read more about ScarJo's domestic bliss, pick up the May issue of InStyle, on newsstands Friday, April 23.

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  • Secrets of a Real Housewife

    Lisa Wexler, Gloria Kamen, and Jill Zarin pose at the launch party for their new book. - Jerritt Clark/WireImage.com"Real Housewives of New York City" star Jill Zarin, her sister Lisa Wexler, and their mother Gloria Kamen celebrated the release of their new book called Secrets of a Jewish Mother: Real Advice, Real Stories, Real Love at Zarin Fabrics in Manhattan Tuesday night.

    If you're a fan of the Bravo reality show, then you know Jill is rather outspoken, so it's no surprise she was more than happy to dole out advice in the book, which aims to share the "universal truth about the importance of tradition, the art of motivation, the sanctity of family, [and] the essence of friendship." Hmmm ... if she's talking friendship, don't you think Jill should consider burying the hatchet with her former BFF Bethenny Frankel? But I guess we'll save that discussion for another blog post!

    Since Jill skipped Bethenny's wedding a few weeks back, I didn't expect to see the inventor of the Skinnygirl margarita at the soiree, but several other "Real Housewives" from NYC and New Jersey did make an appearance at the

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  • SJP on Twins, ‘Sex,’ and Laundry

    Mario Testino/VogueSarah Jessica Parker and her husband Matthew Broderick (who have a 7-year-old son named James Wilkie) expanded their family on June 22 of last year when they welcomed twin daughters Tabitha Hodge (nicknamed "Babe") and Marion Loretta Elwell (nicknamed "Kitty") via a surrogate mother. "[I] tried and tried and tried and tried and tried to get pregnant," shares Parker in the May issue of Vogue. "But it just was not to be, the conventional way -- I would give birth as often as I could, if I could." That's why the couple turned to surrogacy.

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    While the 45-year-old actress was excited at the prospect of having twin daughters, the nine months leading up to their arrival was tough. "I think the biggest thing [about surrogacy] is you can't celebrate something that is potentially filled with joy, nor can you share fears and worries about every checkup, you know -- the 16-week checkup, the amnio, the this, the that..." she says. "And the waiting is different, the whole nine

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  • Keeping Up With the JoBros

    Joe and Nick Jonas hang out on a Sunday afternoon. - Fabio/X17online.comThe JoBros chat with a few of their adoring fans. - Fabio/X17online.comThe Jonas Brothers are such good boys. After attending church on Sunday, Nick and Joe grabbed a bite at Bob's Big Boy in Toluca Lake, California. Of course, the guys also made time to sign some autographs. You can't say the JoBros don't appreciate their fans!    

    Speaking of fans, Kevin, Joe, Nick, and some of their celebrity BFFs like Demi Lovato and Jordin Sparks are gearing up to launch a new website called cambio.com. The site aims to connect the young stars with their faithful followers through special behind-the-scenes videos, concert specials, and live chats. Watch the clip below to find out more about the online experience Joe promises will "blow your minds."

     

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  • Gwyneth Paltrow Lets Herself Go

    Alexi LubomirskiGwyneth Paltrow had to kiss her super-fit body goodbye for her upcoming role as an alcoholic country singer in "Love Don't Let me Down."

    "The director, Shana Feste, didn't want me to have any definition whastsoever, so I had to stop working out," she reveals in the May issue of Harper's Bazaar. As a result, Gwyneth got a chance to live it up for the two months she was filming in Tennessee.

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    "I was so bad with the food and alcohol in Nashville," she confesses. "If you saw me naked compared to what I looked like when I did 'Iron Man 2," when I was exercising every day ... I'll get it back together, but I've never eaten so much fried food and white flour in my life, ever. Oh, God," she groans.

    Although most of us would welcome the opportunity to indulge in french fries and ice cream sundaes, Paltrow wasn't as thrilled. The Oscar winner is known for sticking to a strict diet -- consisting primarily of fish, fruits, vegetables, and brown rice -- and workout

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  • Justin Bieber Laughs at Himself

    Courtesy of People magazineIf you haven't had your fill of Justin Bieber yet, his smiling face lights up the cover of this week's People magazine. While the 16-year-old has a reputation for being a pretty down-to-earth kid (so far!), Justin let it be known that he wasn't exactly crazy about the toothy image People picked of him to feature on their latest cover.

    "Dear @peoplemag Covershoot...next time i laugh real crazy warn me u r still taking pics," the pop star tweeted. "still appreciate u but let's get on the same page. EXCLUSIVE story and pics in the new issue of @peoplemag. I look crazy as heck on the cover but if u cant laugh at yourself u aint havin fun."

    Since he recently taped a Funny or Die video for April Fool's Day, and is the musical guest on this week's "Saturday Night Live" (perhaps he'll appear in a skit or two about his crazy coif?), it's fortunate that JBiebs has a sense of humor!

    In his People interview (on newsstands Friday), the singer talks about his rise to fame, but notes that despite the

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  • J.Lo: 40 and Fabulous!

    Gilles Bensimon/RedbookJennifer Lopez has always been pretty, but it seems the 40-year-old singer/actress has become more beautiful since settling down and giving birth to her adorable twins, Max and Emme, 2. Perhaps it's the inner glow that comes along with motherhood?

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    "I can't help but be a different person now that I've had kids," she says in the May issue of Redbook. "That really does change your whole perspective on life for the better. I definitely feel like I've grown up. So, I guess in a way parts of me are going to be different, but in general I'm still the same girl from the Bronx who had big dreams."

    Of course, she couldn't have become a mom without the help of her doting husband of nearly 6 years, Marc Anthony. After several failed relationships with high-profile celebs such as Sean "Diddy" Combs and Ben Affleck, how did Jennifer know that Marc was "the one"?

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  • ‘Glee’ Girls Go Glam

    Splish splash! The "Glee" girls (from left to right): Amber Riley, Lea Michele, Jenna Ushkowitz, and Dianna Agron. - Peggy Sirota/GlamourThe girls of "Glee" don't exactly have the most glamorous TV wardrobe since they play high school students, but thanks to their show's popularity, the actresses have been hitting the red carpet quite frequently, which gives them a chance to rock hot frocks every now and then.

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    In the May issue of Glamour, Lea Michelle (Rachel), Amber Riley (Mercedes), Jenna Ushkowitz (Tina), and Dianna Agron (Quinn) do just that, and share of few of their tips to putting on the glitz like:

    Comfort is Key: "That makes you confident," notes Lea. ""And that makes you stand out."

    Have a Secret Style Weapon: "Killer heels and a short dress make my legs look longer," reveals Lea.

    Read more with the "Glee" girls on Glamour.com.

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  • Nicole Richie’s a Bag Lady

    Donato Sardella/WireImage.comNicole Richie's fashion company is growing as quickly as her family with Joel Madden! The mother of two designs a maternity line for A Pea in the Pod, recently launched clothing label Winter Kate, and her House of Harlow 1960 line of apparel and accessories is expanding to include sunglasses and footwear this year. And if you think the 28-year-old doesn't have enough on her plate, the former "Simple Life" star is planning to unveil a collection of handbags in spring 2011 as well. Richie's new range will have 40-50 different styles to choose from, with the bags priced from $295-$595. Not exactly what I'd call a bargain, but fashion doesn't always come cheap -- unless you're shopping at Forever 21.

    Rick Cytrynbaum, co-founder of Majestic Mills -- who produces House of Harlow 1960 accessories as well as Winter Kate clothing -- told Women's Wear Daily that the handbags are "very, very, very Nicole. If you look at the clothing and you look at the footwear, you get an idea of what the bags

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