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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt may or may not be breaking up depending on which tabloid you read. It's been my experience that when rumors start surfacing there is trouble brewing. I"m a Jennifer Aniston fan myself so I'd be happy to see the home wrecker ditched. I did hear that it was the other way around though.

Did a glitch or scam on UTube cause Susan Boyle to come in second in Britain's Got Talent when she really should have won? Noone will except responsibility for it but her supporters do report that they tried to get through on phone lines and couldn't. And, apparently the dance group won with less then a 5% difference in scores.

Susan Boyle is resting and being visited by her cat. Simon Cowell is adamant that Susan Boyle will be on tour if and when she is feeling up to it.Amanda Holden, another of the BGT judges stated that Susan's not winning was probably a blessing. Amanda said: "She has gone from a woman that nobody knew to worldwide fame. "For anybody in the business to handle that kind of stress is an enormous amount of pressure. I think she probably just crumbled under it. "She will just need some time to recuperate. It's probably a blessing she didn't win as it takes off some of the pressure. Perhaps now she can relax."---I sincerely hope that we can continue to hear Susan sing but that she has someone helping her deal with these pressures in the future. She is an exceptional talent and an inspiring woman.

Finally sad news from Bankok where David Carradine was scheduled to begin filming a movie. He was found dead in his hotel room after not showing up for dinner on Wednesday night. Apparently he committed suicide by hanging himself with a curtain cord. He was only 72. Police say that there were signs of a struggle but no other news is available at this point. He is one of those stars who is irreplaceable.

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The Latest on Susan Boyle

Per BettyConfidential.com
Susan Boyle Hospitalized

With the "Britain's Got Talent" finals behind her, Susan Boyle checks into the hospital
-The Betty Editors

Susan Boyle, the Hairy Angel, who came in second in Britain's Got Talent on Saturday night is now in The Priory Clinic in London. Britain newspaper reporters say she began to behave erratically after her Saturday night loss to the dance group "Diversity." She was taken to the private clinic under police escort.

One of the show's judges, Piers Morgan, said Monday that Boyle, 48, was emotionally drained and exhausted. "Nobody has had to put up with the kind of attention Susan has had. Nobody could have predicted it," he told GMTV. "It has been crazy, she has gone from anonymity to being the most downloaded woman in history," he said. "She was very tired and hasn't been sleeping. She has just gone away to have some time to herself and to sleep and eat, doing all the things she hasn't been able to do in the last week."

The Britain's Got Talent final on Saturday became Britain's most-watched television program for five years, the Press Association news agency reported, with a peak of 19.2 million viewers. Diversity, the winners, took 24.9 percent of the public vote in the final, above Boyle's 20.2 percent share. Just under four million people voted, according to ITV, the channel that aired the final show. But then, the British public can do unexpected things. They voted Churchill out as Prime Minister after he had led the nation through the Second World War.

Like many others, we've been surprised by Susan's ability, cheered her on, got a bit tired of her and the super-hype surrounding her. But, like most Americans who have not seen all the acts in the show, we expected - and wanted - her to win. Now we just want her to take what she wants from her sudden enormous fame and not let her dream turn into a nightmare. Get well, Susan, and make that CD one we all want to buy.

I totally agree with the final paragraph. If you read Susan's biography on Wikipedia you realize what an amazing and courageous woman she is. As Simon said in his final comments she could have just walked away from the final performance and still had a career in America but she persevered proving that the stories of her emotional collapse 'were greatly exaggerated'. Susan is the kind of woman that we at Applaud Women find inspiring. She is a true Cinderella story not because of her turning into a princess but from her talent and courage. These are the women's stories that we want to bring to women in NH and MA so that we all see what can be accomplished if we just keep dreaming and working towards our dreams. And, for those of you who have made it to success - We Applaud you.
For those of you who have not seen Susan's final performance we have provide the link below. You can also view it and her complete story at www.applaudwomen.com If you know of any other women that you find inspiring, whether local of international please let us know by email me at applaud@comcast.net.

Here is a link to her final performance and comments by the Judges. http://talent.itv.com/videos/video/item_200287.htm.

We at Applaud Women wish Susan a speedy recovery and a brilliant, peaceful future. For more articles and information of interest to women in NH and MA please visit us at www.applaudwomen.com

Susan Boyle appears on Oprah!12 May 09

From ITV.com


America’s fixation with Susan Boyle shows no sign of relenting as last night the BGT sensation invited The Oprah Winfrey Show into her West Lothian home.

Susan chatted to chat-show queen Oprah via a live satellite link, which beamed millions of stateside fans into her cosy living room.

She played down talk of her being the clear cut winner of this year’s Britain’s Got Talent and paid tribute to her fellow competitors:

“I have every chance [of winning], but at the same time there is a lot of other talent in the competition, so I’m willing to take my place with them. There’s a lot of other talent on the show”

The interview was part one of a two-stage special entitled The World’s Got Talent, and the Oprah audience were even provided with subtitles to help them understand Susan’s mild Scottish accent… bless ‘em.

During the chat Susan denied she felt lonesome: “Oh no I’m not lonely, everyone has been so nice… I’ve got millions of new friends now!”

Oprah was joined by Simon Cowell who came on to discuss Susan’s meteoric rise to fame, from her record-breaking YouTube adventure to her numerous appearances on US television.

“It was the most surreal thing that ever happened,” said Simon before revealing that the magic of Susan’s audition will live with him forever:

“Just to see that look of satisfaction on her face mid-way through, which is, ‘I’m winning now.’ It was one of my favourite moments.”

The BGT contest is far from over with top class acts emerging as contenders every week… Who are your favourites of the series so far? Leave your comment below.

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Boston-based Author Establishes The R.E.A.L. Women's Club With Help From Susan Boyle

Per Press Release posted to PRWeb.com
Boston-based Author Establishes The R.E.A.L. Women's Club With Help From Susan Boyle
Ever since Susan Boyle appeared on Britain's Got Talent!, author Audrey Valeriani says she has received an unbelievable number of inquiries from older women who, she says, seem to be revisiting their own dreams and want to make changes in their lives that they previously thought were not possible. These women seem to be revisiting their own dreams and want to make changes in their lives that they thought were not possible for them -- and I am happy to help them get started!

If I were to advise her, I would tell Susan Boyle not to change a thing! If she is happy with herself, that's all that matters.

The truth is advertisers (and the rich and powerful) have always dictated the trends to the media who, in turn, train our eyes to recognize (their versions of) what is beautiful, valuable, and acceptable. We've become conditioned to think that what conforms to these ideals is good and what is different is bad.

for women who respect, encourage, appreciate, and love themselves...

Boot Camp for the Broken-Hearted… Girlfriends Building Self Esteem.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 3, 2009 -- Author and relationship coach Audrey Valeriani announced today that ever since Susan Boyle wowed the world with her performance on Britain's Got Talent! emails from women have come pouring in for membership in her new self-esteem building association, The R.E.A.L. Women's Club.

Valeriani says she's been receiving emails from older women inquiring about the club and asking for advice on goal setting and self-esteem building. "These women seem to be revisiting their own dreams and want to make changes in their lives that they thought were not possible for them -- and I am happy to help them get started!"

In her May column for The Malden Observer, Valeriani boldly points out, "A few weeks ago this unknown, unassuming woman with the voice of an angel took on a world filled with small-minded, judgmental know-it-alls and gave audio/visual club kids everywhere hope for a chance at greatness… The appearance of this brave, peculiar woman and the contradiction between her difficult life (before the show) and her incredible singing ability, made us all re-evaluate our thought processes and examine our suppositions about people which, for most of us, are based on mere appearances."

Valeriani has been outspoken about the media's negative influence in the public's level of self-esteem. "If I were to advise her, I would tell Susan Boyle not to change a thing! If she is happy with herself, that's all that matters." Valeriani goes on to say, "The truth is advertisers (and the rich and powerful) have always dictated the trends to the media who, in turn, train our eyes to recognize (their versions of) what is beautiful, valuable, and acceptable. We've become conditioned to think that what conforms to these ideals is good and what is different is bad."

The author of a book on women, self-esteem, and relationships entitled Boot Camp for the Broken-Hearted: How to Survive (and Be Happy) in the Jungle of Love (New Horizon Press Books) says, "What I think is happening is that ordinary women have identified with the vulnerability and bravery of Susan Boyle. Her 'I am what I am' attitude plus the aftermath of pundits focusing on the pre-judging and stereotyping that exists among us have given these women a kind of energy… and they're beginning to ask, 'Why not me?' -- which is the first step to improving one's life and actually achieving one's dream."

Valeriani's new R.E.A.L. Women's Club was established "for women who respect, encourage, appreciate, and love themselves..." (which explains the acronym). Her club, which is offering a free membership for a short time, supplies members with information and articles on improving self-esteem, discounts on other self-esteem building opportunities with affiliates, the chance to share inspirational stories on her websites, prizes and free gifts, and guest spots on her upcoming Internet show (still in production) "Boot Camp for the Broken-Hearted… Girlfriends Building Self Esteem."

Valeriani urges women today to exhibit a positive self-image and live their lives to the fullest not only for themselves but as an example to an upcoming generation of women who may be heading down a dangerous path, living lives of over-indulgence and behavior predominantly exhibited for shock value, which can seriously damage self-image and affect life choices.

This is awesome news to us at Applaud Women because we truly believe that no matter what age you are you should be following your dreams. Personally I am glad that Susan has done a little something with her image but I agree that she doesn't need to go any further. She should be valued for her wonderful singing voice not her looks. For more information relevant to women in NH and MA check out our website at www.applaudwomen.com.

The Latest on the Susan Boyle Story

Per a Recent Interview with Britain's Got Talent

Susan responds to quit rumours28 Apr 09

As it continues its relentless ascent into the stratosphere, the Susan Boyle rollercoaster has hit some unexpected obstacles this week, as claims she will sensationally QUIT Britain’s Got Talent are splashed all over the press.

Giving her first interview since the rumours hit the papers, Susan talks openly to the Got Talent website about what’s being said on her behalf and how she feels about the future…

BGT: Hi Susan, how are you feeling today?

SB: I’m feeling very well, bright as a button in fact!

BGT: There have been reports in the papers that you are “exhausted” and on the verge of a “breakdown”, are there any truth to these?

SB: None whatsoever. I’m not stressed and I’m certainly not on the verge of a breakdown! I’ve never felt more positive, it’s all nonsense.

BGT: In today’s papers the Daily Star has reported that you want to quit the show – is this true?

SB: No! There is absolutely no truth in that either, there is no way I am quitting the show. The only way I’d leave the show is if Simon Cowell kicked me out!

BGT: Your fans have no need to worry then?

SB: They don’t need to worry about me quitting that’s for sure! All I can say to everybody is some of the stories about me in the papers are just untrue… I’m not going anywhere; I just want to concentrate on my singing.

BGT: So how are you feeling about what lies ahead… confident?

SB: I can only concentrate on the song I’d like to sing if I make it through to the next round. I wouldn’t say confident, I’m nervous in fact… but nerves can be a good thing because they make you do your best on the big night.

BGT: Are there any messages you would like to give your supporters?

SB: Well I’d like to say all the best to everybody on Britain’s Got Talent, and to everyone who has supported me so far I’d like to say thank you – it is very much appreciated. All I can promise is to do my best and confirm to everyone that I’m not leaving the show… I can’t say fairer than that can I?!

We at Applaud Women are wishing Susan the best and applaud her talent. For more interesting articles relevant to women and great resource info for NH & MA women visit our website at www.applaudwomen.com