Comedienne Melissa McCarthy scored the cover of Entertainment Weekly‘s Comedy Issue.  The magazine’s “New Queen Of Comedy” channels a familiar British monarch in her cover photo.  While we’re pretty sure Queen Elizabeth has probably never flashed a peace sign, we are certain of one thing: McCarthy is one funny lady.

In her interview with EW, she reveals her comedy inspirations – Gilda Radner, Jane Curtin and Carol Burnett – and admits that she went through a pretty intense goth phase in high school.   McCarthy also shares how her recent turn in the spotlight has got her making some adjustments to her body image.

“Do I sometimes hope I wake up in the morning and people are like, ‘What’s wrong with her? She looks emaciated.’ Of course I would love that. I’m such a clothes whore I would love the opportunity to be a hanger. But I think I’m more confident than I’ve ever felt in my life.”

Catch her full photo shoot and interview in EW, on newsstands now.

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TV fans know Melissa McCarthy from shows like Gilmore Girls and Mike and Molly.  But those who have seen her in Bridesmaids also know just how far off the chain Melissa can go.  GQ chatted with Melissa and a few of her Bridesmaids cast and crew mates to learn more about this funny, funny lady.

Melissa on playing the character of Megan:

I read the script and had such a weird, fast reaction to Megan. I knew exactly what I wanted her to look like, to sound like, and I got an intense feeling of “I like her so much! This will never work out!” For the audition, I wore no makeup and a bad pant. Once I look like the character, it really locks me in, even if people sometimes say, “We need you not to be repulsive.”

Maya Rudolph on working with Melissa:

Honestly, I’ve always felt that Melissa is hands down one of the most incredible performers I’ve ever worked with. I’ve heard people over the years say, “I really like her on ‘Gilmore Girls.’ ” In the back of my mind, I was always saying, “Just you wait.” When we were making Bridesmaids, I secretly delighted in knowing that vintage McCarthy was about to be unleashed upon the world, and I was excited to tell the world, “Hold on to your a**.”

Director Paul Feig:

Let any debate about “women aren’t funny” be put to rest. I would do anything with her, and she’s got such range that she kind of can do anything. The worst thing you could do, if you had a Melissa McCarthy in your employ, would be, “Can you just stick to the script?” But that happens a lot. Why the f*** would you ever do that?

Read all the comments at GQ.

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Funny lady Sarah Silverman looked totally fab at the Night Of Too Many Stars:  An Overbooked Concert For Autism Education last weekend.  Her dress is great and I especially love her hairstyle.  Who knew side ponytails could be totally dressy for evening?  She is too freaking cute!  No wonder she was one of People‘s Most Beautiful in 2008.

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Ain’t no stopping Andy Dick from getting wasted and acting stupid.  He was kicked out of the South Coast Winery Resort & Spa in Temecula, CA this weekend for being too drunk.

The manager said he “showed signs of intoxication” and apparently didn’t leave fast enough when asked, because security had to escort him off the property.

Very classy, Andy.  At least he didn’t get himself arrested this time.

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Funny lady Sarah Silverman is all cute and coy on the cover of Page Six Magazine (February 11, 2010).    And why not?  She’s in love!  She dishes about her new man, being single, and smoking weed (doctor’s orders!).

On being famous and dating:

“This was the weirdest time being single.  I’ve always had long relationships, so I’ve never been single when people on the street know who I am. And it made it so…it felt a little isolating. Part of the fun of meeting someone is having them discover you. You’re doing your little tap dance, like, ‘This is me!’ And then [the person has] all these preconceived notions, things that are partially true and partially not.”

On her new guy, Alec Sulkin:

“The guy I’m dating now, who is so awesome, is not my typical fare. He’s really skinny. Usually I like pudgy, macho-ish guys. But I think I mistook macho-ish for strong, emotionally. And I think it’s really the opposite. I’m with this guy who’s so unafraid to…I think he’s the first guy in a decade who’s given me any kind of compliment, like, saying I’m pretty or anything. He’s a writer, and maybe he’s, like, a year younger than me. He’s f–king cute as a button. It’s been a whirlwind. We had our week-versary last Wednesday, and we made videos on our laptops—recaps of the week—and sent them to each other. It was really cute. It’s nice. I love love. I love being loving.”

On being a self-professed pothead:

“I went to the doctor and was honest. I said, ‘When I’m working and I have to get to sleep for the next day, I’d rather smoke a little bit of Indica than take a sleeping pill. Also when I have menstrual cramps, that makes it go away.’ And also,” she says, pausing for effect, “I just like it. I would never say, ‘I’m gonna smoke pot and write.’ I’m dumb on pot. That’s why I like it as a treat. I don’t drink, so at a party I’ll take a puff. I’m a stoner, but I’m a lightweight.”

On being 39 in Hollywood:

“I don’t feel old, but when I tell people I’m 39, it’s almost like I’m telling them I’ve survived cancer. They grab my hand and go, ‘Really? God, that is amazing.’”

Get the whole interview here.

FIND MORE SARAH SILVERMAN STORIES, PICS AND VIDEOS HERE!

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My Name Is Earl may have been canceled, but that hasn’t stopped Jaime Pressly from putting on a show of her own.  Jaime was seen Sunday popping a squat in front of the West Hollywood gay bar, The Abbey.  Some onlookers claim it was a drunken moment of weakness on Jaime’s part. She, however, has tweeted a different explanation.

“Yes…that is me doing dare #8 at my bridal shower..Things are not always what they seem.. Notice my hand in the back,” she wrote. “Its pouring a bottle of water!!! C’mon guys! Do you think i would really pee in the entry way to the Abbey in broad DAYLIGHT!!!”

It’s alright girl, we’ve all been there.  Some of us just do it with a little more class!

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As fall premieres start to get under way, I have to give tribute to one of the (in my opinion) best underrated TV shows, Psych, starring Dulé Hill and James Roday.  Unlike its close cousin, The Mentalist on CBS, Psych doesn’t provoke a lot of edge of your seat, thought-driven story lines.  It does, however, provide viewers with some clever detective work full of subtle jokes and sarcastic humor.  The season 4 opener last night even poked a little fun at its CBS rival.  Just another sly, casual jab thrown in, which wasn’t too shocking if you had a chance to catch one of this season’s promos.

Perfect for a laid back, end of the work week, cool down….catch Psych every Friday at 10pm Eastern on USA.

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Robin Williams‘ doctors say he is recovering well following his aortic heart valve replacement surgery.  The Sun UK reports that the comedian “was making medics laugh just two hours” after waking up from anesthesia.

The surgery was performed at a hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.  He was diagnosed with a valve problem after becoming ill while on tour in Florida.

Good wishes for Williams’ recovery continue!

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Here’s the new red band trailer from the upcoming comedy Adventureland. 

WARNING – FOUL LANGUAGE

Looks profane, hopefully it’s more than just dirty jokes. 

Source: Trailer Addict

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Earlier this week, several sources reported that comedian Robin Williams is scheduled for heart surgery. Apparently while on tour in Florida, he went to the hospital “complaining of shortness of breath,” was transferred to the ICU, and eventually was diagnosed with a need for aortic heart valve replacement.

In typical fashion, his statement downplayed his condition:

“I’m so touched by everyone’s support and well wishes. This tour has been amazing fun and I can’t wait to get back out on the road after a little tune-up.”

Well, this particular surgery is a little more than a “tune up.”  It is needed because blood is not flowing through his heart correctly, and if not corrected, it can become quite serious.   Unfortunately, I personally know way more about this than I ever wanted to know, because my hubby had this same surgery last year!  While heart surgeons call this procedure fairly common (over 17,000 were performed in the U.S. in 2007 – former first lady Barbara Bush just had it last week, and I personally know two other people besides my sweetie who’ve had it), open heart surgery is still a big deal.   It means about a week in the hospital, and about 6 weeks recovery at home afterwards.  I would expect that Williams will not be back on the road for at least a couple more months.  If he is, I’d be really surprised.

I am sure my BSC colleagues join me in wishing him all the best with surgery and recovery!

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