Elisabeth Hasselbeck 'Going for the Kill' With Adam Lambert

By Rob Shuter Posted Dec 8th 2009 08:39AM

If you like drama, you may want to set your DVR to tape 'The View' on Thursday, as there is going to be an old-fashioned throwdown between host Elisabeth Hasselbeck and the newly-controversial Adam Lambert. Word is the conservative host is ready to pounce on the openly gay star's recent racy performance. Also in the column, Elton comforts Billy Joel and Catherine Zeta Jones is one classy gal. Details After the Jump!

It's On Between Hasselbeck and Lambert

Of all the fabulous argue-happy ladies on 'The View,' the conservative Elisabeth Hasselbeck is the one that is most excited about controversial singer Adam Lambert's taping today ... because she smells blood in the 'View' water. "She can't wait to bait Adam about his infamous inappropriate performance," an insider told me, "and don't expect her to pull any punches. She's going for the kill."

Lambert's face-in-crotch, keyboardist-tonguing American Music Awards performance seems to be easy fodder for Hasselbeck, who 99 out of 100 times falls on the right side of politically neutral. She's also said to be quite upset that Lambert's 'View' interview and performance will be taped (and air on Thursday) rather than the usual live format, because she knows this is is a big, fat softball for her to whallop out of the park. But she should probably blame Lambert for that, as ABC -- for good reason -- is a bit nervous about giving him a live spot.

"Elizabeth knows the power of live TV. Remember, it was her live fight with Rosie that made her a household name. She would love to make headlines again by getting into it with Adam," said a source.

However, if she thinks Lambert is easy prey, she might be in for a surprise. Lambert's pal has told me: "Adam has had to deal with people like her all his life. If it's a fight she wants, she's got it."

Rawr! No matter what side you are on, tune in Tuesday to see who wins!

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Rocket Man Comforts Piano Man

When the tragic news broke that Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley's daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, was hospitalized after a reported failed suicide attempt, the first person to call offering support was superstar Elton John.

"Elton has been friends with Billy for years and knows only too well the effects of substance abuse. He did what any other real friend would do in the same circumstance, he wanted to help," a friend of Elton tells me.

This isn't the first time the flamboyant star has wanted to get involved. He also reached about to troubled singer George Michael, who told him to, "shut up and get on with his own life." We're guessing (and hoping) Elton's call to Billy was a bit more cordial.

Catherine Zeta Jones Gives Lansbury Star Treatment

Not only is Catherine Zeta Jones Broadway's biggest and newest arrival, she's also its most generous. Catherine insisted from day one that the real star of the new production of 'A Little Night Music' would be Broadway legend Angela Lansbury. "Catherine is such a huge movie star who could have demanded the whole revival be all about her. Instead, she did the opposite. She is sharing top billing above the title and has even made sure that Angela gets the star dressing room right next to the stage," a 'Music' insider says.

When was the last time you heard of a movie star deflecting attention on themselves so that another could shine? That's right ... probably never. So the next time one of you big Hollywood film stars fancy doing a little bit of old Broadway, give Catherine a ring before you learn your lines.

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Tuesday 08 December

By bjbear

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she's so irritating. how does one argue with a squeeky rat girl?

By Don Shook

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No contest. A pretty woman always get the best of a faggot.

By Joy

Oh Please! She is such a drama queen(hasselbeck)Constantly pulling subjects out of the air and blowing smoke out of her own behind.I bet ya if it were someone straight pulling the lude behavior she wouldnt be dramatizing it. M.J. and madonna they all did this kind of crap, why do people see it to be such a surprise, thats why its called entertainment=controversy.DUH worry about more serious things.

By ZAN

ELISABETH SHOULD HAVE ENDED HER TV CAREER WITH SURVIVOR. THE VIEW IS NOTHING BUT A BUNCH OF WOMEN EXPRESSING USELESS OPINIONS. WHAT GIVES HER THE RIGHT TO "TAKE" ADAM ON? SHE DOESN'T HAVE ANY CHILDREN THAT WOULD WATCH HIM, SHE ISN'T GOING TO LISTEN TO HIS MUSIC AND SHE ISN'T GOING TO BUY HIS CD'S. JUST ANOTHER HELPLESS WOMAN TRYING TO STAY IN THE "EYE" OF THE PUBLIC. BTW, I AM A WOMAN!

By neetsie2000

If Elizabeth thinks she's gonna rip Adam a new one, she's in for a RUDE awakening and I can't wait! I hate that self-righteous beyotch!!

By cookie

Gay or straight..rich or poor..black or white..If it were two females it still would be a focus of what other people think or beleive..and you will not make everyone happy..I can't stand Liz & I didn't vote for ADAM ..but I am on Adams side...cause I can't stand Elizabeth ..I never agree w/ anything she has to say...day or night..war or peace..everyone has a opinion..right or wrong..Let it be....

By paula

How does Elizabeth know what Adam's performance was all about? Wait.....SHE WATCHED IT. Wait....SHE'S STILL TALKING ABOUT IT. Wait.....it's old news already. Wait.... thanks Elizabeth for the extra publicity you will inevitably bring to Adam. How long ago were the AMA's on????? hahahaha Adam and his management team are doing a wonderful job getting his name out there. Even bad publicity IS PUBLICITY. Seriously..... good for Adam!! Everyone needs to get his cd - it happens to be really good!!! Looks like Adam just needs to wait out the controversy. He'll be around for a while!! I just hope Elizabeth isn't.

By man5tyl

When is every one going to quit talking about the AMA's,Pink did the same thing on an award show a few years back ( I saw it on UTUBE )no one seems to have gotten upset about that ? sounds like a double standard to me. She should keep her big mouth shut and let those of us that tune in just for Adam Lambert enjoy him !

By Nan

I would like to know.............if Adam made his parents PROUD? As a parent, My pride would not be showing about his performance. Some people like his singing others don't, as far as his performance, keep it for concerts.

By Seana

Oh wow, big news. Uber-boring Elisabeth is going for the "kill"? What a laugh. Too little way too late; Adam has already apologized for his actions and admitted he made a bad judgment call on more than one nationally televised tv show. So typical of Hasselbeck; she continues her blabbering talking-head ways, just parroting what's already been discussed and people have moved on. I like Adam; he's just young and has a lot to learn.

By sue

Adam is very talented. However if those are the kind of shows he is going to do he will lose most of his audience. All Adam has to do is sing. I think he knew adding all of those things into his act was going to cause controversy and he didn't care. Why do you think he didn't let anyone see what he was going to do before the show. Remember all of the acts of the show were rehearsed but Adam didn't want anyone to know what he was going to do. My biggest problem with all of this is that there could have been kids and young teens watching who really didn't need to see that. Adam apparently doesn't care. I for one don't need to see him perform anymore. Will listen to him on the radio but won't watch him.

Friday 11 December

By Lynn

Elizabeth is self right woman, who's thinks she all that and we show all listen to her! To me, she not real host or journalist, just big mouth the b word! I'm sorry for swearing! I am so tried of this! I love Adam Lambert very much. So what I am 37 years old bi female that adores him! Adam helps so many people so far. Other people just want put him down and gang up! I will fight Adam. Fight is on Elizabeth! I am sorry if sound dumb to you people. Adam has open my eyes about things! To all Adam fan(Glamberts): we should love him nor what!

By Lazarus Long

BTW,not matter what the fruitcake that wrote this column stated,it wasn't her arguement with the leftist lesbian cow Rosie that made her famous. She was already famous from the tv show "The Survivor" and already being a co-host on the View.

Saying Rosie made her famous is like saying she made Rosie stupid.

BTW,in case you are reading this Rosie,how is the beer and tranquilizer diet going? Marriage and career going well,are they?

By Gorgeous Babe

Oh, you go Elizabeth! This episode of "The View" might be worth trying to stomach!

By Philip

Horrific? What rock do some of you people live under! That performance was pg13 nothing explicit.Now if he had dropped his pants than you'd have something to cow about. If this performance shocked you. You need to leave your house, meet new people, experience some different things and read some books. That was nothing and a little life experience will put it in perspective!

By Sam

Try some new things? Like what? Perversion? No thank you, and I won't be reading any of the books you must. Tolerance is another word for immorality. He is a pervert, I won't have anything to do with that behavior.

Sam your response is exhibit A! You're so insecure in your cocoon that you cant even read a freakin book. lest you get "corrupted" Grow up!

By mbkijb

Y'all who don't like his sexuality must be pretty boring in the bedrooms. If half the guys in the world were as sexual as he, we women would be happy, happy people. Too bad I'm not his type.

By Jennifer

I hope Adam rips her a new one! I can't stand that self-righteous hag!

By cletus70

WHO IN THE HELL WANTS TO SEE 72 PICTURES OF THAT PUKIE ELIZABETH. SHE MAKES ME ILL.

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