Betty White

Betty White, White and the former Guns N’ Roses lead guitarist, whose real name is Saul Hudson, appear in a commercial promoting the Living Amphibian, Invertebrates and Reptiles (LAIR) exhibit.

In the commercial, which can be seen below, White and Slash can be seen staring at a pair of frogs.

“You can tell which one is male or female by the dark pads on their fingers,” White tells Slash.

“Really? That’s cool,” Slash replies.

The exhibit is set to open on March 8.

White, a noted animal lover, has had a long relationship with the Los Angeles Zoo and was honored at the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association’s 40th Annual Beastly Ball in June 2010 for her dedication to the organization for 40 years. She is also a co-chair of the organization.

“Betty White is synonymous with the Los Angeles Zoo,” said GLAZA President Connie Morgan in a statement at the time. “Her heart and her advocacy for the animals that share our earth help drive us to excellence.”

Slash appeared at the event and even posed for photos with White while holding a snake. A video of their encounter can also be seen below.

In early February, the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association partnered with TV Land to name the zoo’s newest baby orangutan after White’s “Hot In Cleveland” character Elka.

What’s popular in America?

What’s popular in America?, A few of our favorite things

Americans have no problem picking favorites. From rants on Facebook to “American Idol” voting, we know what we love and hate, and we’ll tell anyone who wants to listen. As a result, it’s pretty easy for researchers to get a good idea of the things America goes for….

Popularity is a funny thing. Fads pop in and out of style, but some of our biggest treasures are those that have survived the test of time. Consistency, quality and longevity are the keys to our hearts.

Most popular person in America

It’s hard to stay in the public’s good graces. Just ask Tiger Woods or Charlie Sheen.

But many models have truly stood the test of time to become the most popular people in America….

Abraham Lincoln and George Washington are in the top five, showing that while recent presidents get mixed reviews, the ones who helped shape our country are adored. Jesus is also one of the most beloved figures in America, of course.

Only one sports figure made it into the top five, as measured by polling firm Public Policy Polling. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers led his team to a spectacular season, and was rewarded by becoming a favorite of Americans.

Most popular smartphone

It’s hard to stay a favorite in the fast-changing world of smartphones. The BlackBerry line by Research In Motion (RIMM) has plunged in popularity over the last couple of years, while phones running on Google’s (GOOG) Android platform have surged….

Users of Apple (AAPL) iPhones swear their devices are better than chocolate, rainbows and puppies — combined. And the EVO 4G from HTC has won rave reviews for its two cameras, decent 4G connection speeds and crystal-clear screen.

Users also gush over the sleek Motorola Droid 3, with its slide-out keyboard, as well as the social networking powerhouse Samsung Intensity II.

But the most popular smartphone in America comes down to the iPhone or the HTC EVO 4G.

Most popular stock

You can use several standards for most popular stock, but let’s consult hedge funds, which often invest big bucks for large institutions, such as university endowments, pension funds and foundations. Hedge-fund managers are paid extremely well and must be absolutely on top of their game….

It’s a little surprising, then, that the most popular stock picks at these funds are the same ones the average investor might pick. They are well-known names with strong businesses built to survive recessions.

The fundies love three technology companies in particular: Microsoft (MSFT) (see financial performance), Google (GOOG) (see financial performance) and Apple (AAPL) (see financial performance). (Microsoft owns and publishes MSN Money.)

They’re also highly invested in one pharmaceutical company: Pfizer (PFE), which makes the popular Lipitor, Zithromax and Viagra drugs. And while many investors are staying far away from banks, hedge funds favor JPMorgan Chase (JPM).

Most popular pizza topping

We take our pizza seriously. Every man, woman and child in America eats an average of 46 slices a year, according to the Agriculture Council of America.

But not many of those slices have anchovies. That’s the least-favorite pizza topping of them all….

What we do like are the basics. Pepperoni. Cheese. Tomato. Onions and mushrooms are also in the top five, according to a survey of some 235 pizza joints by Technomic’s MenuMonitor.

Most popular summer vacation spot

Now that the holidays are over, doesn’t it seem like summer vacation should be here already? Baseball games, bike rides and fruity drinks can’t arrive fast enough.

Americans love to visit big cities during summer break. People flock to Chicago in the summer, lured by the city’s great shopping and stunning architecture….

And who can resist a good deep-dish pizza or a hot dog with all the trimmings?

Don’t forget the siren call of Orlando when temperatures rise. The city (and its surrounding area) is home to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and a number of other theme parks. Rounding out the top five cities based on hotel occupancy are New York, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.

Most popular dog

Americans love their dogs. There are an estimated 78 million pooches in America, and 39% of U.S. households own at least one.

Different cities have their own preferred breeds, however. Boston and Los Angeles are fans of the bulldog. Detroit likes the Rottweiler, and Honolulu favors the shiba inu….

But nationwide, the most popular pups are the friendly, happy breeds that get along well with children and other animals. That means the retrievers — golden and Labrador — are particularly loved. And the loyal, intelligent German shepherd ranks in the top five as well, according to the American Kennel Club. The Yorkshire terrier and beagle are also favorites.

In the end, two breeds topped the list: The Labrador retriever and the German shepherd.

Most popular celebrity

It seems like we’re up on celebrities’ every move, thanks to the always-there paparazzi and the spread of gossip sites. We know more than we ever wanted to about Britney Spears’ parenting skills, Mel Gibson’s tirades and Ashton Kutcher’s private life….

As a result, it’s tough for many stars to maintain the public image that icons of the past so carefully crafted. But a few celebrities have won our affection over the years, mainly by being extraordinarily talented and rising above the Hollywood scene.

We love the handsome intelligence of Denzel Washington, the down-to-earth allure of Sandra Bullock and the timeless effervescence of Betty White. Rounding out the top five are Clint Eastwood and Tom Hanks, two masters of their craft.

Most popular state

Excluding your current state, which state would you most like to live in? Polling company Harris Interactive asked Americans that question in October and, not surprisingly, the balmy regions with beautiful beaches topped the list….

California and Hawaii were favorites — too bad it costs a fortune to live in either place. Florida, a favorite of retirees, came in third, with its beautiful coastlines and low tax rates. Texas and Colorado rounded out the top five.

By the way, Harris also asked which city was least desirable to live in. The top answer was New York City, followed by Detroit and Los Angeles.

From left: Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant; Five Guys Burgers and Fries / © M. Spencer Green/AP; Richard Levine/Alamy
Most popular fast-food chain

Let’s just get one thing out of the way. McDonald’s (MCD), the largest fast-food chain in the country, doesn’t even make the top five here. You won’t see Burger King or Taco Bell on Zagat’s list, either….

But a company that McDonald’s was once a huge investor in — Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) — came in third. Chipotle is one of several chains on the list that focus on fresh ingredients and good quality, a combination that Americans can’t seem to get enough of.

Chick-fil-A (try one near you) and In-N-Out Burger were also in the top five. Both are rising in popularity as they expand to more parts of the country.

Two chains vied for the title of most popular. Five Guys (find a location near you) has been nothing short of a phenomenon, drawing packed crowds wherever it opens. And Panera Bread (PNRA) has become one of the fastest-growing chains in the country.

Most popular prescription drug

Prescription drug use is skyrocketing. In any given month from 2005 to 2008, about 47.2% of Americans used a prescription drug, according to government statistics. That’s up from 39.1% in the period from 1988 to 1994….

But times are changing for the pharmaceutical industry. Last year, for the first time, the 10 most popular prescription drugs were generics, according to IMS Health.

And they aren’t all painkillers, believe it or not. The only painkiller on the list of the top five drugs is hydrocodone (Vicodin).

Doctors also love to prescribe the cholesterol drug simvastatin (Zocor). Two others on the list are used to treat high blood pressure and related ailments: lisinopril (Prinivil) and amlodipine besylate (Norvasc). And then there’s levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid) for hypothyroidism.
Most popular job

Ah, if only there were more openings for chocolate tasters, waterslide testers or Victoria’s Secret photographers. Unfortunately, those jobs are few and far between….

The most popular positions in America involve interacting with people, usually customers or patients.

Cashiers at supermarkets, gas stations and other stores are among the most common jobs, as is the related position of retail salesperson. And there’s always a need for office clerks and food preparation or food service workers.

One job that is in increasingly high demand is a registered nurse. The number of nurses 23 to 26 years old hit 165,000 in 2009, up from 102,000 seven years earlier, The Los Angeles Times reports.

Most popular dessert

Dessert choices in America keep getting more interesting and complex. Take the chai latte cupcakes at Sprinkles Cupcakes, for example, or the lemoncello cream torte at The Cheesecake Factory….

But even with all the options, dessert eaters tend to stick with the basics. Chocolate cake (check out these recipes) is a timeless winner, and chefs keep it popular with dozens of delicious variations. The same goes for apple pie (make your own). And Americans love to top desserts with ice cream or enjoy a scoop all by itself.

Also in the top five are Jell-O, made by Kraft Foods, and cheesecake. Are you drooling yet?

Betty White Birthday

Betty White Birthday, Betty White Ludden (born January 17, 1922), better known as Betty White, is an American actress, comedienne, singer, author, and television personality. With a career spanning seven decades, she is best known to modern audiences for her television roles as Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls. She currently stars as Elka Ostrovsky in the TV Land sitcom Hot in Cleveland.

White has won seven Emmy Awards (six for acting) and has received 20 Emmy nominations over the course of her career, including being the first woman ever to receive an Emmy for game show hosting (for the short-lived Just Men!) and is the only female to have an Emmy in all female performing comedic categories. In May 2010, White became the oldest person to guest-host Saturday Night Live, for which she also received a Primetime Emmy Award. White also holds the record for longest span between Emmy nominations for performances – her first was in 1951 and her most recent was in 2011, a span of 60 years – and has become the oldest nominee as of 2011[update], aged 89. She has made regular appearances on the game shows Password and Match Game and played recurring roles on Mama’s Family, Boston Legal, The Bold and the Beautiful and Community.

What To Expect When You re Expecting

What To Expect When You re Expecting, It’s been a little unclear how exactly they are turning What to Expect When You’re Expecting, the “bible of American pregnancy,” into a movie. However, when the A-list cast — including Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, and Elizabeth Banks — was announced, it was obvious they weren’t making a movie version of the book’s frightening — yet enlightening — depiction of how the pregnant female body’s internal organs get squished to nothing while an upside-down child grows into that painful position. In fact, with actresses who can deliver the humor like Banks and Diaz can, I’ve been hoping for a good comedy. Pregnancy is so humiliating, and our humiliation can be quite hilarious when it’s done in a smart, real, authentic way, and when the story is delivered by awesome actresses.

The What to Expect When You’re Expecting trailer was released today, so let’s take a look and discuss whether or not we think this movie is going to deliver (no pun intended).

So what is the storyline in What to Expect When You’re Expecting, the movie? Well, here’s what we see in the trailer. Elizabeth Banks is pregnant and she is unkempt and frazzled and hormonal and can’t wear heels. Cameron Diaz likes her pregnant rack because, you know, pregnancy is ALL about the b**bs. (And she is from England? South Africa? Mars? Point being, there seems to be an accent.) Jennifer Lopez is adopting via Skype, very touching indeed. And the dads … they are all kinda clueless and let their kids hurt themselves while they dude-up.

Bob Newhart

Bob Newhart, George Robert Newhart (born September 5, 1929), known professionally as Bob Newhart is an American comedian and actor. Noted for his impassive and slightly stammering delivery, Newhart came to prominence in the 1960s when his stand-up comedy album The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart was a bestseller worldwide and reached # 1 on Billboard in pop music – he remains the 20 best-selling album in history [8]. The monitoring of the album, the pushdown Mind Strikes Again! Has also been a huge success, and held two albums on the Billboard # 1 and # 2 spots simultaneously, a feat unmatched until the 1991 release of Use Your Illusion I and Use Your Illusion II by Guns N hard rock band ‘ Roses [6].

Newhart later came into play, with two sitcoms, award winning long-term, first as psychologist Dr. Robert “Bob” Hartley on the 1970s sitcom The Bob Newhart Show, innkeeper Dick Loudon then as the 1980 Newhart sitcom. He also had a third sitcom was short-lived first with success, but it was soon canceled, named Bob. Newhart has also appeared in film roles such as Major Major in Catch-22, and Papa Elf Elf. He provided the voice of Bernard in the Walt Disney animated films The Rescuers and Rescuers Down Under. One of his most recent roles is the head of the library the librarian Judson.

The legendary Bob Newhart took an unexpected role on Tuesday as “NCIS” as Dr. Walter Magnus preceding character David McCallum, Ducky, as chief medical examiner for the service. 81-year Newhart, which we used to see in comic plays, was seen in another light that Magnus, an older doctor who revisits his former workplace to try to quickly refresh his memory failing.

Newhart, who says that Mark Harmon has helped set the tone of the most poignant episode in the first place played a considerable role on “ER” has been nominated for an Emmy for the arc of three episodes in 2003. “” That was the idea of John Wells, “said Newhart TV Guide.” There was nothing in my previous history to suggest that I could carry off, but he felt I could. He was a guy with macular degeneration who worked with his hands and wound up committing suicide. It’s something I could never consider having four children and nine grandchildren and loving life, but I could not understand how this guy got there. In this script, it’s the same thing with a guy who had to give up what he loves. ”

Newhart took the role partly because “NCIS” is his wife, Ginnie favorite show, but he did not need to be convinced many. “If you can choose, why not go with the No. 1 drama on television?” he said.

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