David Blaine by Jim Spellman/ WireImage.com
Magician David Blaine appears on today's Oprah to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for holding one's breath while immersed in a water-filled tank.The previous record was 16 minutes and 32 seconds. In 2006, Blaine's attempt at breaking the record was cut short when he went into convulsions and had to be pulled from the tank by medical personnel.Spoiler alert: FoxNews.com is reporting that Blaine broke the record by holding his breath for 17 minutes and 4 seconds while underwater. — J.R. Whalen
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I want to make out with this show. I want chill with it, get to know it a little better, and then make like awkward eighth graders at summer camp. Seriously, what is it about this show that makes me laugh so much? Even my roommate, a fellow Reaper lover who sits self-shackled next to me on the couch every Tuesday night, throws me questioning stares because I chortle obnoxiously at the tube every 15 seconds. So yes, I'm a huge dork. And according to the CW's ratings breakdown, I'm also one of the total four women who watch this show. Yeah, take that... all other shows. Yeah.I think the show is really taking off. This time I found myself not so concerned for the vessel or what it would be, as much as how all the shenanigans were going to go down. Whereas I once watched with suspicion, I now watch for fun. And I think that says a lot about the leaps it's made. Sam is getting comfy with his hunting prowess, is accepting his fate, and is slowly growing a pair. That last one in particular...
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David Blaine courtesy of the NBA
The NBA will unveil a new on-air promotional campaign this weekend during playoff games. Dubbed “Unbelievable,” the series of spots features magician David Blaine humorously attempting to debunk the mind-boggling abilities of NBA stars. First up, starting Saturday, are spots with LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Yao Ming of the Houston Rockets which offer “explanations” for their skills at slam-dunking and shot-blocking, respectively.Coming next week are promos highlighting two-time league MVP Steve Nash (Phoenix Suns), Ben Gordon (Chicago Bulls), and Baron Davis, whose heroics just led the Golden State Warriors to a major first-round upset of the top-seeded Dallas Mavericks. Somewhere, an ad with Dirk Nowitzki must be collecting dust.
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Criss Angel
David Blaine is a total hack, especially compared to Criss Angel. Although the three-time Magician of the Year winner has never romanced Fiona Apple, he's seduced celebrities such as Mandy Moore, Rob Zombie and Korn's Jonathan Davis — not to mention Goth-guy-loving gals — with his fantastical illusions, feats of endurance, adorable "Noo Yawk" accent and sexy Marilyn Manson-style wardrobe (thankfully accessorized by a much hotter face and body than the shock rocker). Last year marked the debut of his riveting A&E reality show
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On May 9 Bravo premieres Kathy Griffin: Strong Black Woman, a new stand-up special in which the ribald redhead takes on Paula Abdul, Dakota Fanning and more. (Is the title a dig at red-carpet rival Star Jones? Hmm... ) Speaking of special specials, ABC presents David Blaine: Drowned Alive on May 8, while NBC has booked the 55th-annual Miss Universe competition for July 23 — so break out the Vaseline and start practicing that hand-waving.
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