5 Controversial Banned TV Episodes

“When You Wish Upon A Weinstein”

In light of the recent storms that have killed hundreds throughout the South, Fox has decided not to air its hurricane-themed cross over episodes of “Family Guy,” “American Dad” and “The “Cleveland Show.” Granted, these shows were conceived months in advance, and the writers were obviously not intending to make light of the current situation. Even so, Fox felt running the episodes now would be in poor taste. However, to the network’s credit, the episodes will air next season, weather permitting.

Through out the years, there have been numerous episodes of popular shows that, for one reason or another, have been yanked from the air. Here are five examples.

The Puerto Rican Day – “Seinfeld” (May 7, 1998)

This last regular episode of “Seinfeld” was surrounded in controversy, thanks to a comical scene in which Kramer accidentally burns the Puerto Rican flag. Even though the episode was clearly not intending to mock Puerto Ricans in any way, some civil rights groups were outraged, or at least pretended to be in order to get on TV. The episode was banned from syndication for years, and some broadcasters, including TBS, still refuse to show it. Somehow, they feel crap like “Are We There Yet” is less insulting.

The City of New York vs. Homer Simpson – “The Simpsons” (Sept. 21, 1997)

In this notable episode of “The Simpson’s,” Homer must travel to New York City to retrieve his car. When it aired in 1997, no one thought anything of the fact that the car was left at the World Trade Center. But four years later, after a bunch of assholes flew planes into the famous landmark, Fox pulled it from syndication. In recent years, someone must have figured out that keeping the episode off the air served absolutely no purpose, and it has been gradually reworked into reruns.

When You Wish Upon a Weinstein – “Family Guy” (Nov. 9, 2003)

This episode of “Family Guy” should have aired in 2000. Unfortunately, Fox decided the content would be too offensive. The plot involved Peter converting to Judaism in order to become more financially successful, and contains the classic “Family Guy” song, “I need a Jew.” The episode was included on the 3rd season DVD set, and eventually aired on Cartoon Network three years later. Eventually, Fox broke down and aired the episode as well.

Bill Hick’s Stand-up – “The Late Show With David Letterman (October 1, 1993)

This entry doesn’t involve an entire episode, but rather a segment of the show. Even so, close to 20 years later, people are still talking about it. Bill Hicks, who is considered a legend in the world of stand-up comedy, performed on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” only to have his entire set edited out. One joke in particular (“if Jesus came back he might not want to see so many crosses”) scared both Letterman and the network enough to pull the plug. In January of 2009, Letterman had Hick’s mom on the show, and apologized for the way the situation was handled. Hick’s himself could not be there to accept, since he died of cancer in 1994)

Home – “The X Files” (Oct. 11, 1996)

This famous episode of “The X Files” featured dead babies, incest, deformities and murder. What’s not to like? Oh, right: the dead babies, incest, deformities and murder. Although the show was well received by critics and fans alike, it was banned from reruns by the network.

Gif Recap: ‘Community’ – Born Again

Community: Born Again

TV recaps can be the worst. After all, reading about a show defeats the entire purpose. If I wanted to “think,” I wouldn’t be watching television to begin with. But if I miss an episode, and I don’t have time to find it online, recaps are the only option. And there’s nothing sadder than being forced to read a thousand-word summary just to find out who was voted off “Top Chef.” If only someone offered the mindlessness of television without all the over-analysis of your average recap. Now someone does!

Behold; Screen Junkies is proud to present the Gif Recap! It’s the next best thing to watching! Today’s installment: “Community” – Born Again.

With Professor Duncan back on the sauce, anthropology class is a whole lot easier for everyone involved, much to the dismay of Annie. After voicing her concern that Duncan’s “everyone gets an A” grading scale isn’t fair to those who actually study, the professor instructs the other students to throw paper balls at her head until she sits down. They are happy to oblige.

When Professor Duncan threatens to give Shirley an A minus for not drinking with the rest of the class, she reminds him that she is pregnant. Chang, the child’s suspected father, tells her not to worry, since Chang babies “love the sauce,” referring to both alcohol and duck.

Shortly there after, Shirley goes into labor. To make matters worse, the Dean stops by with a reporter from “Dean Magazine.” Attempts to call an ambulance prove futile, as a race riot (or as the Dean calls it, a “race kerfuffle”) has broken out at the international food festival in the parking lot. Britta attempts to step in and save the day, but the sight of Shirley’s nether region proves too grotesque.

While the birth is underway, Abed and Troy have bigger fish to fry. Pierce has offered the duo a thousand dollars for the rights to use their special handshake. The two break down and accept, but feel used after Pierce forces them to shake after a reference to the long-dead actress “Betty Grable!” Now that they have sold out the handshake, they find it is no longer special, much to Pierce’s delight.

Meanwhile, the dean tries to help Shirley deliver her child. Unfortunately, he doesn’t have a clue as to what he is doing. Abed turns out to be an expert on the matter of child birth, but Shirley is uncomfortable with a man examining her vagina.

As such, Britta is forced to overcome her fears and step up to the plate. Chang also helps out, calming Shirley down with tales of “baby Chang” child births involving labor camps, pickle barrels and a treadmill at a Bally’s Total Fitness.

Just before the baby is born, Andre (Shirley’s husband) arrives along with some EMTs. But Britta waves them off, and delivers the child on her own. Chang is disappointed to find that the child is not his. He can tell because it lacks a tail, something all baby Changs are born with. However, he bows out gracefully, and Shirley rewards him for his help by naming her new son Ben. Troy and Abed also find that their handshake is still special if used at a special moment.

In the end, even the Dean finds happiness. Despite the chaos and the “race kerfuffle,” the reporter agrees to write a glowing story about him for “Dean Magazine,” the prospect of which causes the Dean to jump for joy. Unfortunately, the magazine folds after only two issues, and is widely panned as the worst magazine idea ever.

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*How Krasinski Said Goodbye To Carell On ‘The Office’*

We’ve known Michael Scott was leaving Dunder Mifflin for awhile, so we’ve had time to mentally prepare ourselves. The cast of “The Office” has known even longer, but they weren’t prepared to get emotional on Steve Carell’s last day. While promoting the romantic comedy Something Borrowed, John Krasinski shared his own tearful farewell.

(Click Here To See Video Of Will Ferrell’s Debut On “The Office.”)

“I definitely cried on the last day,” Krasinski said. “Wasn’t expecting it and then the last scene of the day was our goodbye of characters. We hadn’t said goodbye and so that was an incredibly existential black hole. It was like way too much happening. So there were definitely tears.”

The show has wrapped for the season but it was several weeks ago that Carell wrapped. Krasinski describes his feelings graphically. “Brutal, in no uncertain terms which I only say because it wasn’t so clear when it was happening. I think I was under the impression of my logical brain saying, ‘This is just what happens. People move on and they have contracts that expire and there’s nothing personal’. Then you realize that a huge part of your show, a huge part of your everyday life, a huge part of the energy around you every day is gone. It’s just sad to lose a friend like that. It was tough but it’s all fantastic and our energy level on set is tremendous and we all feel incredibly excited about what’s to come. Everybody was talking about a spinoff 2 ½, three years ago. This is the show sans Steve. It’s ‘The Office 2.’”

When Will Ferrell appeared last week as the new boss, Jim and Pam’s storyline had them showing off their baby a little too much for his tastes. They won’t beat that joke any further. Instead they’ll find all new ways to annoy their new boss.

“No, I think that played out in the episode, or at least was highlighted in that episode and we definitely find other relationship avenues to take.”

“The Office” airs Thursday nights at 9 on NBC.

Kate Hudson isn’t ready to have her second child

Kate Hudson is apparently just weeks away from giving birth to her second child, but she doesn’t really feel ready for the big moment.

Hudson and Matthew Bellamy will be having their first child together, but the actress thinks it has all gone too quickly, states UsMagazine.com. “I don’t feel prepared,” Hudson told David Letterman.

But it seems that she better be ready because she admitted she is already almost at the point where she can’t fly anymore.

Housewives of OC’ star talks how the show has changed her life

Real Housewives of Orange County’ star Alexis Bellino is in her second season of reality TV and it seems she’s finally realizing how much everything has changed.

Bellino recently admitted that her friendships have definitely undergone a drastic change, states Celebuzz. “It’s sad because I thought with Peggy [Tanous] coming on we would be able to survive and get back to the friendship. We’re not really on good terms as of right now,” Bellino admitted.

But, she has learned how to deal with all the changes and scrutiny that come with the show: “I don’t even read what is in the press. I stay out of it because I know that no matter what, people are going to say negative things.”

Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler to perform on ‘American Idol’?

 Since Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler are the new judges on ‘American Idol,’ fans have been wondering if they would be performing on the show this season.

Lopez revealed that it might just happen, states E! News. “[American Idol producers] have asked me to. And they’ve also asked Steve [Tyler],” Lopez revealed.

However, no decisions have been made: “We’ll see.” Maybe Lopez could even perform her new single, “On the Floor”?

Do you want these two to perform on the show?

Justin Bieber guiding Jaden Smith through fame?

It appears that Justin Bieber wants to help guide Jaden Smith, Will Smith’s son,through the ups and downs of fame.

As the two will be performing at the Grammys together on Sunday, Bieber apparently took Smith under his wing, states PopEater. Bieber may be young, but he has been in a major spotlight and is trying to prepare Smith for all that comes with that spotlight.

The two will be performing alongside Usher this Sunday at the awards show, so both young boys have someone a little older looking out for them.

Will you check out this performance?

Taylor Swift can be your Valentine’s Day card

Taylor Swift is always writing songs about love and now you can use her as your Valentine’s Day card to someone special.

American Greetings will now have a line of cards inspired by Swift and her music, states Nashville.com. The cards range from romantic love to love between friends, so there is something for everyone.

Also, there will be some oversized cards that will include lyrics from Swift’s songs such as “Love Story,” “Jump Then Fall” and “Stay Beautiful.”

Do you like the idea of these cards?

"Selena Gomez to use her fans in her next music video"

 It seems that Selena Gomez is giving some of her fans the chance to be in one of her music videos.

Gomez and Hollywood Records have reportedly been looking for teens to be in her music video tomorrow, states BSCkids. The music video is reportedly for Gomez’s song “Who Says?”.

It is being rumored that 100 fans have been chosen at random and will be shooting the film starting early tomorrow morning in Los Angeles.

What do you think the music video will be like?

"Red Carpet Beauty Of The Day: Get Jennifer Aniston’s Premiere Look With COVERGIRL From The ‘Just Go With It’ Premiere!"

Jennifer Aniston had a gorgeous makeup look last night! Here’s how you can get this look for yourself!

Jennifer Aniston looks more gorgeous than ever! The actress was in NYC to promote her new movie, Just Go With It, and she proved that she only gets better with time. Want to grab her fresh-faced look for yourself? Read on for tips!

Why this works: Jennifer knows that the best red carpet beauty look is one that highlights your best features– in her case, her gorgeous eyes and flawless skin. Her makeup emphasizes her best traits, and, as usual, she gets the hair just right. Inspired by the movie’s Hawaiian setting, Jen went with natural makeup choices that are simple but give her an ageless, polished look that will never go out of style. Here’s how to snag this look for yourself:

• Start with an anti-aging foundation that provides coverage while minimizing lines to keep skin looking toned
• Use a soft black eyeliner above and in the inner lower rim of the eye to make eye color pop
• Rose gold eye shadow brightens the whole eye area and adds to a sun-kissed, natural look
• An eyebrow pencil emphasizes eye area and adds polish
• Warm pink blush applied to the apples of the cheeks keeps the whole face glowing.
• A lip gloss in a shade close to your natural lip color will give your lips a subtle sheen (and it makes them appear larger!)

The products below will help you create this flawless look. Bravo, Jen! Keep the hot beauty looks coming!

Do YOU like Jen’s red carpet beauty look? Vote now!

MILEY CYRUS

MILEY Cyrus will star in the feature-length film, based on Rock Mafia's viral music video, The Big Bang.

The music video starred Cyrus and Gossip Girl actor, Kevin Zegers, plays like a short film.

Cyrus' mother, Leticia "Tish" Cyrus, is working on the project with Hollywood producer Suzanne Todd.

The film will follow the plot of the music video in which Cyrus is involved in a car accident and a parking-lot attendant watches the scene unfold.

There is no word if Zegers will also return to the project.  NewsCore/AP

MILA KUNIS

MILA Kunis and Macaulay Culkin have split up after eight years together, US Magazine reports.

A representative for Kunis confirmed the couple's breakup to New York Post's on Monday.

Kunis' rep says that "the split was amicable, and they remain close friends."

According to a source, the couple separated several months ago but chose not to go public while Kunis promoted the upcoming film Black Swan. UsMagaszine/Gett

"BRITNEY SPEARS"

BRITNEY Spears will, apparently, be performing at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, sources tell PerezHilton.com

In timing with the release for her new album, fans are excited for the singer's first "live" TV performance for many years.

Sources say there are no plans for Spears to open the show but "she's been rehearsing for weeks and it's gonna be a truly great performance!"

But a representative for Britney Spears has said "We have not confirmed a performance at the Grammys at this time." Perez Hilton/AP

SOPHIA BUSH

SOPHIA Bush's second cousin was tragically killed on Saturday in the Tucson massacre, Arizona.

Nine-year-old Christina Green was one of the six people shot and killed.

At the Hollywood premiere of Green Hornet the actress said that the sudden loss was a reminder of how short and precious life is.

"You can't waste a day putting off seeing your family or making that phone call or telling someone you love that you do." NewsCore/Getty

"Lohan’s sold-out courtroom dress causes ‘frenzy’"

She might be in trouble with the law, but when it comes to style, Lindsay Lohan has a solid record.

The troubled 24-year-old starlet, who pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to allegedly stealing a $2,500 necklace, wore a tight minidress that had tongues wagging about whether or not it was a tasteful choice. While it may or may not have been the most judicious choice for the courtroom, it did garner plenty of fashion fans: The Kimberly Ovitz-designed “Glavis Albino” sold-out frock is now a hot item, with people clamoring to get their hands on it. The designer made roughly 1,000 dresses, but they’re hard to come by in stores and completely unavailable online.

"Amanda Michalka Upskirt"

Actress and singer Amanda Michalka accidentally showed her panties yesterday in her first ever recorded upskirt incident. Hopefully it’ll be the first of many, because this bright eyed beautiful chick has lots to show to the world.

The funny thing about Amanda Michalka’s upskirt is that while we’re always trying to figure out what type or brand of panties most celebrities wear, she didn’t leave any room for question. Amanda obviously prefers Victoria’s Secrets panties, and I dare say that these sexy panties that looked so great on Adriana Lima last year, probably look even better wrapped around Amanda Michalka’s pussy and ass!

"Danielle Staub Sings for a Good Cause"

Former  Real Housewives of New Jersey star Danielle Staub is moving from acting to dancing, and this week she shot the music video for her new song “Cry”. From what we hear, the song is not bad, mostly for a first one ever, and Danielle Staub looks very sexy in the video, despite the non-sexy theme of it.

“Cry” revolves around the issue of domestic violence, and it was partially filmed at a women’s shelter. Regarding Staub’s first visit to the shelter, a source said: