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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Comments

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Tuesday 08 December

By claire sargent

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it's rock and roll..duh

By Donna

Well another View program I will not be watching. I am sorry but Adam just gives me the creeps. They are going to tape the show with Adam on it because ABC was afraid that something might happen if it was live so you will not see anything even if something does happen because they are going to edit it out. And that came from Barbara's mouth on Monday's show.

By What?!

Go, get him, Hasselbeck! Adam Lambert do NOT represent the majority of the people! I repeat ... Lambert do NOT represent the nation! Go back to the hole, Lambert! Get out of here, you PERVERT!

By busheydanbushey

Elizabeth, is the ONLY member of the VIEW, that has ANY intelligence!! As for that IDIOT Lambert, Elizabeth is ABSOLUTELY right-on. And has the guts to stand-up for what is right!! GO ELIZABETH, GO!!!! I AGREE WITH ELIZBETH!!!

SIGNED: DANIEL L. BUSHEY

By Walt

ELIZEBETH HASSELBECK IS ANOTHER REASON TO NOT BE CATHOLIC, SHE IS THE MOST OBNOXIOUS PERSON ALIVE, SHE MAKES THE WORD BIT_H AN UNDERSTANDABLE DESCRIPTION. HOWEVER SHE COULD BE THE POSTER GIRL FOR THE RIGHT WING, SHE IS ALL ABOUT HATE, AS THE REPUBLICANS THRIVE ON. I PERSONALLY CAN'T BEAR TO LOOK AT HER.

By andy

I remember when that happened with Boy George, it turned out a disaster because of lack of personality. We'll see if there is any personality.

By ingi

can I throw up now?

By Oh Goodie

Elizabeth is a nice girl with good moral character. It doesn't mean that someone is close-minded or a hick just because they have standards and an opinion. I'd love it if my daughters turned out like Elizabeth! Gay people can push their agenda all they want and that's fine, but most people will never think it's just normal and wonderful because it isn't.

By ROB SHUTER

taping it taking place today after the live 11 am show airs!!!!!!!!!

Adam is in the building!!!

By xbuanu

Elizabeth always talks about her great football husband...Wake up he played waterboy on the bench and sucked...She married the wrong brother unless she is sleeping with Matt...

By GARY

ADAM LAMBERT SUCKS !
I HEARD HE GOT REAR-ENDED THE OTHER DAY ON THE WAY TO AN INTERVIEW.
LOL !

By Mel

The less said about this person, the BETTER.

By Wendell

I think Adam Lambert is VERY talented. SO WHAT? He is also REPULSIVE, ignorant, and doesn't give a damn about anyone except himself. I dare say, if ONE person said they enjoyed watching him take a dump on TV, he would do it. He is VILE.

By Angel

Don't really see what the big deal is with Adam. There was nothing wrong with his performance on the AMA's. It's ok for the females to do the same things but not for him. Sounds like that is discrimination to me. Elizabeth just might be biting off more then she can chew with this one. I hope that Adam puts her in her place!

By oldIdol

She's a loser.

To Oh Goodie... Straight people push their agenda all of the time they are mad to go alone with that.. I see that your a closed minded IDIOT. Anyone that would want the girls to grow up being a self centered, stuck up, closed minded, descrimanating, always right, judgemental, BI**h should not have kids to begin with. It seems awful funny to me that Adam is getting all of this heat for something that he did on tv but it's ok to have shows on like Sex in the City,& Desperate Housewives where they are always in the bed having sex, making noises ect.. ect.. but thats ok right. You really need to take a long look in the mirror and ask yourself who are you to judge anyone. If you don't like Adam then don't watch him, but don't judge him because of his sexual preferance.

By Sam

We don't have to judge him, he already said he's a homo. That itself is judge enough.

By Jenn

Adam is so sweet and charming I doubt Elizabeth can be her hag self with him.

By Jan

Adam Lambert has more talent in one hair on his head than Elzabeth Hasselback has in her whole body for her entire lifetime. What is she famous for??? Maybe supporting another dim wit--Sarah Palin??? Adam is a fine young man who made a mistake on his first real public performance. It WAS terrible and in poor taste...BUT HE HAS SUCH AMAING TALENT he will go on to world superstadrdom. When we have forgotten Hasselback, we will still be playing Adams amazing music.

By John

Dear Elizabeth, No need to "go after" Lambert. He's just another freak of nature with a little talent who will be short-lived on the circuit. He's a one-dimensional performer with a future about as long as his NOSE.

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