At just 21 years old, Scarlett Johansson is the sexiest woman alive.
For a year, at least.
Esquire magazine bestows the honor upon her in its upcoming issue. And while the actress says she’d like to be known for more than her curves, we can’t help but think that she’s a little flattered too.
Besides, it’s common knowledge that sexy women can get away with more. So, with apologies to David Letterman, let’s take a look at the top 10 things ScarJo can get away with now that she’s the sexiest woman on the planet. She can …
10. Crash her car–into a police station.
9. Hold a briefcase on “Deal or No Deal.”
8. Wear ponchos.
7. Star in a crappy superhero movie.
6. Host a basic cable awards show with Dane Cook.
5. Record a Christmas album.
4. Spit on the paparazzi.
3. Hire llamas to spit on the paparazzi. (May require a public apology.)
2. Date Bill Clinton.
1. Gain 300 pounds, chip a few teeth and gun for an Oscar.
Oh, boy, George
George Michael was arrested on suspicion of possessing marijuana after police found him slumped over the steering wheel of his car in London, authorities said Monday.
Michael was arrested after police responded to complaints that a car was blocking an intersection in North London at 3:22 a.m. Sunday. He received a caution for possession of cannabis and was released on bail on a charge of being unfit to drive. He has a November court date.
Just a week earlier, Michael gave his first solo concert in 15 years. The Spain show kicked off his new tour, “25 Live,” which is scheduled for 28 European cities this fall.
Wanted man
Being Bobby Brown isn’t easy these days. A family judge ordered the singer arrested if he steps foot in Massachusetts after Brown failed to show for a hearing Monday over delinquent child support payments. Brown’s attorney said it’s a “very difficult time” for the singer. His wife Whitney Houston filed for a legal separation earlier this month.
Burning up
Perky talk show hostess Rachael Ray admits she’s had her catastrophes in the kitchen, recalling a couple from her popular Food Network show “30-Minute Meals.” “One time the crew gave me a birthday cake. It was my birthday. And we were making ’30 Minute Meals,’ ” she said. “And I leaned in, and I did a Michael Jackson. I set both sides of my hair on fire.”
True crime?
The “Law & Order” franchise’s parade of ripped-from-the-tabloid-headlines plots continues. Now Liza Minnelli will guest star on a November sweeps episode of “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” that puts a fictional spin on the JonBenet Ramsey case. Britney Spears and Mel Gibson are among the other celebrities whose stories have been or will be fodder for “L&O” plotlines.
