Reality Missteps

Kate Gosselin goes home, proud warriors remain on Dancing with the Stars

Trainer Brian Wood demonstrates a perfect proud warrior stance; see theresemblance to Jake?
Proud warrior or plane gearing for take off — I can't decide.
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Chad Ochocinco gets ready for flight
Okay, Aiden's arms aren't that bad...
Kate Gosselin and dance partner Tony Dovolani from week 1

It doesn’t take a genius to say that Kate Gosselin is headed home on Dancing with the Stars tonight. The only thing that could save her is a pity vote from Jon and Kate Plus 8fans or divorced moms.

For the rest of us, she’s pretty irritating. Her trainer, Tony Dovolani, even walked out on her. Gosselin told him “I love how you teach but you are not taking into consideration how I learn” which is a patronizing way to say, “You suck at teaching.” She also pulled the “A lot of people quit on me in life” line and in this scenario, I could understand why — she’s a serious pain (for the record, I have no comments on the divorce, just her dancing).

Tony finally said he quit and walked out where he probably found ABC producers reminding him of his contract. He then, of course, returned and it became a bonding experience (typical DWTS style). But it sure didn’t help the dance — it was a disaster. It looked like she had never seen the steps before and hurt me to watch it. I think it was painful for most of America, so I’m betting she goes home.

In other news, what’s the deal with the men’s airplane arms (see pictures)? I know they’re all beginners, but I laugh every time I see it — especially pilot Jake. It's really more of a blend between yoga’s proud warrior stance and little boys pretending to be airplanes — hilarious!

Next time you watch the show, look out for it — guaranteed entertainment value increase. What off-the-wall thing amuses you about Dancing with the Stars? Let us know and maybe we'll write about it.

See Kate Gosselin's dance from week 2:

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Broadcaster Frank Billingsley finds second act at Houston radio station

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When he announced his retirement from KPRC, Frank Billingsley told the late Ken Hoffman that he probably wasn’t done with media.

“I love all forms of communication so I'm sure I'll gravitate toward that either as a hobby or a second act. I'll weigh options and go from there,” he said in May.

Turn out that second act will be at one of Houston’s most prestigious radio stations. Billingsley has joined Houston Public Media as an executive producer and meteorologist.

"Frank Billingsley’s reputation as a Houston legend precedes him,” station manager Josh Adams said in a statement. “His experience and connection to our community align perfectly with Houston Public Media’s mission to inform and inspire. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team and look forward to the impact his presence will have."

Beginning in early 2025, Billingsley will serve as one of the hosts for a new talk show called Hello, Houston!. Led by Billingsley, veteran HPM host Ernie Manouse, and producer Celeste Schurman. Hello, Houston! will tell stories about a wide range of Houston happenings.

“Of course, I'll still get to talk about the weather, but Celeste, Ernie, and I will have fun and fascinating discussions about politics, arts, concerts, restaurants, clubs, people: everything that makes this city so great,” Billingsley said. “We have a great team behind us and I'm really looking forward to the challenge!”

Frank Billingsley worked at KPRC for 30 years. Prior to that, he worked at ABC13 for six years. He has earned multiple honors from the Associated Press, Houston Press Club, Houston Press Newspaper, and Dallas Press Club.

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