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As the First Ladies of Hollywood, we’ve called a truce, ending our decade’s long rivalry! The world’s a big, beautiful, ball of intrigue, debauchery, and scintillating news. Always willing to ask the tough questions, we’ve set aside our difference to bring you the scoop!
We all love celebrities, tittle-tattle about our co-workers, and all the juicy tidbits about people from the past! We want to be in the know and so do you. So, for you, dear readers, there is no one we are afraid to talk to.
Louella here! I find myself walking downtown Houston, where rumor has it that socialite Miriam Dean is planning her wedding and I’ve come to see what all the fuss is about. Hedda is on the East Coast hunting her prey.
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| Louella |
Louella:
Alexandra Jewitt! My, what a beauty you’ve grown into. I can hardly believe the
transformation! Please don’t be offended, but I can hardly believe the
beautiful woman sitting with me was such a wallflower in high school! I just
have to ask, "Alex, may I see a picture of you from high school?"
(Alex is
digging through a lovely floral bag, looking for pictures while I take in her
‘low-key’ attire.)
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| Young Alex |
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| Alex Now - Wow!! |
Louella: I remember Beckett or Beck was part of the in-crowd in high school when the two of you became friends our senior year. And you... weren't. Now that ten years have passed, when you think back on high school, is there anything you would change about yourself so that you could have been part of the in crowd? (How brazen of me!)
Alex: If I had that question ten years ago, I would have said EVERYTHING! Now I have to say I might not have changed much because I was always myself and rarely tried to fit in with anyone by changing who I was.
Louella: Rumor has it you're the proud owner of a flower shop, congratulations! How did your interest in floristry develop? I have to admit, I've never met a florist before.
Alex: Most girls love flowers, right? (She’s right there! Pay attention gentleman readers.) There’s something so amazing about seeing different types of flowers and mixing them into interesting combinations. There is really no end to your imagination when you’re a florist because there are literally thousands of varieties of flowers out there! I’ve always been interested in floristry, but it really developed when I was in college and took a floristry course during the summer. I never looked back.
Louella: Every high school has a guy or girl that seems to rule the school. Rumor has it that a boy named Robbie ruled your school. Any ideas on what happened to him after graduation? (It would be so much fun to catch up with him, while I’m here. He and I used to have so much fun.)
Alex: Robbie’s life didn’t go so well. He lost his scholarship after getting a positive random drug test. Later rumors say Robbie’s football muscle turned to fat and he was arrested after assaulting his son’s football coach during a scrimmage. (Quelle horror! Definitely not going to meet up with him.)
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| Hedda |
I must also find out what people think about Oprah Winfrey… she’s moving Harpo Studios to LA, can you believe it? I know she frequents RL Restaurant, so I’ve made myself cozy at a little table near the corner booth reserved for her.
Hold on! I’ve just spotted a high school classmate of my (much) older brother. Corrine, I think her name is. (Let’s see what she does when I wave to her!)
Hedda: Great to see you Cory! How are you? You look terrific, and my goodness your gorgeous hair captured my attention. Where do you get your hair done? I think I might need to go there before I head back to Los Angeles.
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| Corrine |
Corrine (from now on): The nickname Cory came from the kids in my neighborhood. They said Corrine sounded like an old woman. After socking Billy Brandt in the nose for saying that, I gave in and let them call me Cory. (Billy Brandt was quite the bully, well done her!)
Hedda: So, my brother, Paul, mentioned d-i-v-o-r-c-e! How is life after divorce, tell me all about it! Found anyone special? Or a few someone’s?
Corrine: Life after divorce was liberating. My ex, Steve, was a control freak and I never felt that I was in charge of my own life. I didn't date after Steve because I wanted/needed to take care of me.
Hedda: Your best friends with Ellen... I can't remember her last name... I saw her with her husband Bob last time I was in town. They sure won the marriage lottery. Do you ever envy her? (I sure did, Bob was hot!)
Corrine: I have NEVER envied Ellie's marriage to Bob! It has been fraught with so much upheaval, it boggles the mind that they’ve stayed together so long. (Wow, scoop here to be sniffed out!)
Hedda: Okay, tell me about everyone we know. Anyone we know up to bad deeds in dark corners?
Corrine: Ha! I work in my family's insurance company so all the employees do their darndest to keep their secrets from me. Although I can tell you that my dad told me that my mom was looking into a naked yoga retreat for their 45th wedding anniversary trip. Yuck, TMI! And the worst part is that I can't get the image out of my head. (Me either!)
Hedda Still Here!
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| Hedda |
I have been invited by my sorority sister (Alpha Kappa Alpha, of course), Jessica to visit. I can’t wait to find out how she came to own the ACME Office Amusements. No doubt left to her by a family member.
After introducing myself to the receptionist, I watch Jessica berate a lovely woman. I have to get to the bottom of this story!
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| Amy |
Hedda: Don’t hold back, tell me what is it like working for Jessica Smites? What does it take to make her happy? I've heard she can be a real tyrant!
Amy: No. Who told you that? Jessica is the best boss ever. She is a joy to work for. I ADORE Jessica. Is she going to read this? (Now, that is an interesting question. Trouble in ACME paradise?)
Hedda: I met your work-mate Melanie. She seems very... sweet. Who is your favorite co-worker?
Amy: Aw, Mel’s super-sweet. But, I guess I’d have to say Tom’s my favorite co-worker. I love Tom! In a strictly platonic sort of a way, of course. (Hmmm…)
Hedda: (I can’t help but ask, and you know you want me to…) What's the chatter around the office cooler? Any juicy office gossip you want to share? Office romances?
Amy: I heard something about Chuck and a prostitute, but—you know, I should probably not repeat that. Can you just forget I said anything?
Hedda: Certainly. Of course. (I’ll store that little piece of juicy gossip for another time!) When you look into the future, do you see yourself at ACME, or moving on to Mattel? Or Hasboro? (Just throwing her off course, Readers.)
Amy: You know, I’m not really sure, but lately I’ve been thinking I might freshen up my resume, just in case. I’m not sure how much more ACME I can take, if you know what I mean.
“Wow! I can hardly believe it. Quelle difference!”
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| Louella |
Finally, I’ve wrangled the column back from Hedda. (She can be quite trying, I’m working so hard to get along with her.)
She’s not the only one who knows people on the East Coast. I love New York City, and it’s never better than in the Spring! I’ve come to see the new collections during fashion week. I’ve managed to pull aside up and coming designer Maddison Leary.
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| Maddison |
Louella: I love your outfit, by the way (I notice she
is wearing a Vivienne Westwood ensemble - very colorful, very now!). I’m sure
you get asked this all the time, but I’m dying to know which designers
influence you the most?
Maddison: Well, I'm not really a fashion designer yet,
but I work for one of the biggest fashion houses in New York. I am working hard
and hopefully I will climb the ladder to designer someday. (She’s not a
designer yet? She’s so chic, so creative. Someone needs to snap her up!)
I don't know if I can choose just one designer, I have
such an eclectic style I would happily wear outfits from every collection.
I do love Diane von Furstenberg for creating the wrap
dress. It's such a versatile garment that has stood the test of time. It's
slinky and sexy and can be dressed up or down and it's comfortable and looks
good on everyone. It's very forgiving and Diane was a princess for goodness
sake, that makes me love her all the more.
Having said that I think my all time favorite is
Betsey Johnson. I have such a soft spot for her and she is the nicest lady. She
is edgy and wild and radical in fashion and in life. She is not only outside of
the box, she uses the box to make a dress. Love her.
Louella: What's it like working for Angela Pritchard?
I've heard she is very driven (er' demanding)!
Maddison: Well I can't say too much because I would
like to keep my job, ha-ha. No seriously, she is brilliant. Her designs are
fresh and original and bold. When it comes to fashion and business she
certainly is at the top of her game. She is very business motivated at all
costs. (Politically correct answer. Does anyone else think all isn’t happy at
the House of Pritchard?)
Louella: Then tell me, where do you see your career in
ten years? With Angela? Another design house? (I’ve got to dig, don’t I?)
Maddison: I hope to be designing my own range of
clothes. I want to create collections that not only see you through the four
seasons but also through a range of emotions. I want the rock chick attire for
all the mums who get to go out once a month to see a concert, I want the floaty
romantic dresses with bold prints but pastel colors for the girl who is going
on her first date, the pant suit to challenge the men in the office, maybe it
will be pinstriped pink fabric. I don't know I have so many ideas I'm surprised
I ever get to sleep. I would also like to find love. (My ears just perked up.
Love? Let’s see if we can find out more.)
Louella: What's the chatter around the office cooler?
Any juicy office gossip you want to share? Office romances?
Maddison: I think the only single and available man in
the office is Tom Pritchard. (Interesting.) I say available but I don't think
he is interested in relationships, he is very professional. He is also a great
designer but prefers to stand in Angela's shadow. She wants the fame more than
him so I suspect he lets her take it. If you want the good gossip you need to
talk to the interns, those guys are wild. (Interesting insights into Tom and
Angela Pritchards sibling rivalry – or lack of!)
Louella: (Not giving up) I've seen Angela's brother,
Tom, from a distance, and in the papers of course. What's the scoop on him?
Maddison: Well he is a very private person. None of us
have had a lot to do with him. Every time I have had a chance to work with him,
it's been a real pleasure. He is very kind and is always willing to help. He is
very approachable. Oh and cute, did I mention that? I would love to get to work
with him more. He always makes me smile. (Now we’re getting somewhere!)
Remember readers, stay tuned to this website for more
news and gossip from around the country and around the globe! - Hedda and Louella
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