Bristol Palin Discusses “DWTS,” Mom, and Levi with Jay Leno

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

Last night, Bristol Palin appeared on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” before a cheering audience. You can watch the full episode below, where, among other things, Bristol talked about “Dancing with the Stars,” addressed the claims that she’s a diva, and even did a little dancing for us, or you can go here and watch a clip of Bristol talking about Levi and her mom.

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Bristol Palin on the Tonight Show – Video Clip

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

As I reported earlier, Bristol Palin appeared on “The Tonight Show.” In her interview with Jay Leno, she talked about “Dancing with the Stars”–what it’s like, reactions to her participation, and the claims that she’s a diva. Of course, there were a few questions about Levi and her mom, and she answered those as well.

Click here to see a short video clip of Bristol talking about Levi. I’ll post the full interview when it becomes available.

Are Lamestream Media Lies About Bristol Palin Intended to Prejudice “DWTS” Voting?

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

Picture retrieved from Us Magazine.

The lamestream media strikes again in their dishonest reporting of all things Palin. Why are they so intent on spewing lies about this family? Why are they so threatened? What do they hope to accomplish?

Bristol Palin is having a blast in her new “Dancing with the Stars” role. Instead of applauding this young woman for doing her own thing, taking part in this family-friendly fun, and demonstrating that women can handle motherhood while taking on new challenges, they promote lies about her.

In a lie that reportedly originated with The Hollywood Report, The Chicago Sun-Times continues the Bristol-as-Diva falsehood, just as they’ve done with her mother. Bill Zwecker writes:

Things keep getting interesting behind the scenes on ”Dancing With the Stars.” A show insider says, ”Move over, Michael Bolton! Bristol Palin is now out-diva-ing you!”

The source said the daughter of former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has become a constant pain in the rear for “DWTS” staffers. ”Clearly she didn’t read the fine print on her contract — and that’s just a figure of speech. There’s nothing hidden in the contracts,” said the ”Dancing” source.

”Otherwise, Bristol wouldn’t be complaining about all the things contestants are required to do.”

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On top of all that, Palin reportedly has been very upset by some questioning — from staffers and other contestants — about both her mom (and her expected run for the presidency) and ex-beau Levi Johnston and his less-than-flattering cracks about Bristol competing on the ABC series.

• It didn’t take Sarah Palin long to play ”Mama Grizzly” for her daughter, tweeting, ”Wow! media goofballs rearing heads this wk, big time! Wonder what’s up? Taking the cake: ink re:Bristol=a diva? Silly; obviously have nvr met her.”

No, but some people we trust have!

“Some people we trust”? What is this, kindergarten? We heard that she heard that he said so it must be true! Lame stream all the way–and so juvenile.

Yesterday, I wrote that ABC described Bristol as “excited and scared.” These are certainly not adjectives typically used to describe a diva. And for good reason: there’s no diva in Bristol. In the same post, I quoted Bristol herself, who referred to this experience as “positive” and “good competition.” Again, Bristol’s attitude toward this opportunity is anything but negative.

These lies about Bristol are so far-fetched that those pimping them need to be held accountable. Bristol is not asking for any special favors–just to be treated and judged fairly like everyone else. Are these aspersions intended to prejudice people and influence their voting? That’s a question to be pondered. Bottom line: it’s not fair, it’s not true, and it’s not right. Contact information for The Hollywood Report is here, and Bill Zwecker can be contacted here. A retraction is in order.

As I posted here, Bristol will be on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” tonight. Tune in and hear what Bristol Palin herself has to say. I imagine we’ll get an understanding of how she really feels about “Dancing with the Stars,” how hard she’s working, and how much fun she’s having.

Pictures of Bristol Palin at “Dancing with the Stars” Rehearsals

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

Picture retrieved from Us Magazine.

Some early photos of Bristol Palin and other cast members at “Dancing With the Stars” rehearsals are available online. You can see them here and here.

Pop Eater reports:

Bristol Palin is ready to tango! She and her ‘Dancing With the Stars’ partner Mark Ballas hit the dance studio for the first time. “It’s positive and it’s a good competition. I wanted to step outside my comfort zone and have a good time,” she told Us Weekly.

ABC sources told PopEater’s Naughty But Nice Rob last week, “Bristol is excited and scared” for her debut. Her proud mama Sarah Palin plans to be sitting in the front row cheering her daughter on, the source adds.

Read more here.

Bristol Palin and Dancing with the Stars

By Adrienne Ross – http://www.motivationtruth.com

The word is already out that Bristol Palin is delving into something new: competing on “Dancing with the Stars” this fall. Such an endeavor requires discipline, hard-work, and athleticism, not to mention courage to appear on a show with the viewership “DWTS” has. ABC News reports:

“Dancing with the Stars” was the second-biggest show on TV last season, behind “American Idol,” averaging about 20 million viewers. Celebrities pair with professional dancers in the weekly elimination contest, and undergo intense scrutiny in the tabloids.

The scrutiny has already begun, of course, and so unnecessarily and unfairly. The decision to go on the show had to be an enormous stepping-outside-the-box moment for Bristol, a shy young woman who is anything but a seasoned dancer. Putting herself out there with so many eyes watching, and so many already aiming negative comments in her direction, isn’t easy. Nonetheless, Bristol is excited about “Dancing with the Stars.”

The New York Daily News quotes rumors that she is a “diva,” which is as false as the rumors that her mom was a diva. You’d think people would pick a new smear instead of recycling the same old garbage. These rumors state that Bristol is “annoyed” with the press, doesn’t want to answer questions about her mom, and is “complaining.” Lies. Yawn. Moving on.

Bristol is to be applauded for embracing this opportunity to be a part of this family-oriented, wholesome show. Once again, she demonstrates that women can handle life’s challenges and have a good time simultaneously. With the support of her entire family, she is embracing this personal goal while serving as an example to women that yes, they can balance work and family. Comments from other women that somehow she should not take on this challenge make me scratch my head. That kind of mindset is not the message we want to send young ladies, including those who find themselves with responsibilities they didn’t envision. We can all receive encouragement from someone like Bristol who has taken charge of her life, is raising her son, securing her education, working hard, and pursuing new positive, healthy challenges that bring added joy to her life.

Not only is “Dancing with the Stars” known for its celebrities, competitiveness, and family friendliness, it’s also known for the outfits worn by the participants. Bristol touches on that and other things, as reported by Bang Media:

The 19-year-old single mother – who is the daughter of US politician Sarah Palin – plans to shun the skimpy, glitzy outfits normally worn on the show when season 11 launches in the US.

She said: “I think I will be the most dressed contestant and have the most modest outfits for sure because that’s who I am.

“I see this as something that’s fun and that’s positive and I’m going to be able to show my work ethic to people out there.”

The pretty teenager – who is mum to 20-month-old son Tripp – admits she is shy, but hopes her sporty background will help her do well in the competition.

She explained to People.com: “I have no experience in dance. But I come from an athletic background, so I’m thankful for that. I played basketball, volleyball, soccer, everything.”

Bristol, of course, is not sure what to expect, but no doubt, she’ll have a blast as she finds out. I encourage everyone to get behind her and support her in this exciting adventure.