TIMELINE: The Carrie Prejean Controversy May 13, 2009
April 29: Moakler confirms reports that Miss California officials paid for Prejean's breast implants. April 30: During an appearance on MSNBC, Village Voice columnist Michael Musto says that Miss California officials also paid for Prejean to "cut off her penis" and likens her to Klaus Barbie, a Nazi war criminal believed to be responsible for up to 4,000 deaths. (Fox News)
DAN KLINE COLUMN: Beauty queen, pageant officials fight to see who's a bigger boob May 13, 2009
While everyone seems shocked that the current Miss California, Carrie Prejean, disapproves of gay marriage and has posed for racy pictures, I'm mostly surprised that she got breast implants after winning the pageant. Even more unbelievable is that not only did pageant officials support her decision to enhance her assets, they actually paid for the procedure. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Miss Calif. Keeping Crown - For Now May 12, 2009
Chelsea Cooley Altman, who was Miss USA 2005, told Rodriguez the breast implants Prejean had and that the Miss California pageant helped pay for shouldn't be in focus. "When you have a state director," Altman said, "they really go out of their way to do whatever they can to prepare the girls to their best ability (for the Miss USA competition). "They don't promote having surgical implants of any kind. (CBS News)
Double standard on gay marriage answers (36) May 12, 2009
patriot wrote on May 11, 2009 12:46 PM:" curmudgeon, let me clear up my use of the term, "hollywood type", how about "elitist hollywood type". I have also lived in L.A. I am also glad you are proud of your Helena roots. So your only gripe is that I used that term. And gun961960, what the heck does the divorce rate have to do with maintaining the sanctity of marriage. I am just opposed to gay marriage. Whether or not Ms. Prejean has posed nude or has breast implants is not relevant to her... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Send Miss California to Saudi Arabia May 12, 2009
According to pageant founder Khadra al-Mubarak, quoted in an Associated Press story, "the idea of the pageant is to measure the contestants commitment to Islamic morals...it's an alternative to the calls for decadence in other beauty contests that only take into account a woman's body and looks."Although sadly there appears to be no evening burka competition in the pageant, there are ten weeks of classes and quizzes on pro-parent topics like "Mom, paradise is at your feet."Over 200 women... (Slate)
Pageant contestant's candor not heroism May 11, 2009
Also, is the integrity of her position undermined a bit by the fact that she had breast implants at the expense of the Miss America pageant, or has appeared in revealing photos that now threaten her crown. For these so-called news items, I could not care less. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Talking Points May 9, 2009
MICHAEL MUSTO, WRITER: She'll just be looking for a husband who wants the only virgin in the world with breast implants. They also paid for Carrie to cut off her (EXPLETIVE). (Fox News)
Saudis' "Miss Beautiful Morals" Pageant May 8, 2009
But - will they pay for breast implants. Posted by Regats at 1:02 PM : May 7, 2009. (CBS News -- World)
You're Fired? Carrie Prejean Awaiting Verdict Over Provocative Pictures May 7, 2009
Later, it emerged that state pageant officials had paid for her breast implants just prior to the competition. On Monday, scandalous snaps taken of Prejean in her underwear hit the Web. (Fox News)
Racy Pic May Cost Miss Calif. Her Crown May 7, 2009
So her good Christian life includes nude pictures, breast implants, and demeaning gays. A fine and wonderful example of Christ's love for everyone. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Chemical Found In Medical Devices Impairs Heart Function May 4, 2009
7, 2007) In the wake of Dow Corning's bankrupting experience with silicone gel breast implants, the medical plastics industry is now undergoing a renaissance. Medical plastics are a 1 billion a year. (Science Daily)
Pageant Perks? Miss Cali Got Pre-Paid ImplantsCarrie Prejean goes to Washington as pageant says it funded her breast implants. May 1, 2009
Miss California to Protect Traditional Marriage; Pageant Paid for Her Breast Implants - ABC News ... Miss California to Protect Traditional Marriage; Pageant Paid for Her Breast Implants ... Shanna Moakler, co-executive director of the Miss California Organization, confirmed to "Access Hollywood" Wednesday that the group paid for Prejean's breast implants weeks before she competed in the 2009 Miss USA pageant. (ABC News)
Man Arrested for Doing Breast Implants With Pet Tools Apr 18, 2009
Report: Fake Doctor Used Vet Tools for Breast Implants. Friday, April 17, 2009. (Fox News)
Mom Spends $15G on Plastic Surgery to Look Like Daughter Apr 17, 2009
She also got breast implants and had her lips plumped. After she added blonde hair extensions she said men would mistake her and Jane for sisters. (Fox News)
U.S. Boom Mimicked Tara Reid's Awful Makeover Apr 16, 2009
Just like getting breast implants, buying all this stuff made us poorer in order to seem better endowed. In a warped feedback loop, our profligacy made us look richer. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Mel Gibson's Wife Files For Divorce Apr 14, 2009
I guess he got tired of her helium breast implants. NEXT.. (CBS News)
GM's Potential Bankruptcy: Shopping for a Venue Apr 10, 2009
Yet even though the Michigan court has deep experience with auto-related bankruptcies it has handled those of partsmakers such as Collins n, Intermet and Plastech Engineered Products and has fielded its share of megacases, including the landmark bankruptcy that resulted from lawsuits against Dow Corning over silicone breast implants, landing GM may be an uphill battle. "The lawyers for the automobile companies sleep much closer to New York and Delaware than they do to Detroit," says Hugh Ray, a... (Time.com)
Shelters slowly adapt to help transgender homeless Apr 3, 2009
Some argue biological women feel uncomfortable sleeping next to a biological man, whether or not he has breast implants. Others worry that residents with mental problems - common among the homeless - could lash out at transgender guests. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Revelation time Mar 29, 2009
For one, there have been judicious self-proclamations about her globular assets first, she told the world that she would remove her breast implants in 1999 only to reveal that she had gotten even larger ones in 2000, and again in 2005. Appropriately, after the latter (strategically-timed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Most Popular Plastic Surgeries In 2008 Mar 28, 2009
" Despite LipoLite's initial success, liposuction is still the second most popular surgical procedure, taking in more than 900 million in 2008, with more than 341,000 procedures performed in 2008. And then there are the procedures that require surgery no matter what, which remain popular despite the downturn: nose jobs and breast implants. Rhinoplasty was one of the few areas that saw an increase from 2007, up 0.4%. "It's necessary for some who have nasal problems, so we haven't seen a decrease... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Kidman's not-so-urban homestead Mar 28, 2009
She later had her breast implants taken out. Her war against the celebrity cosmetic surgeon Anoop Rastogi has landed her in the Supreme Court after Rastogi, who appears regularly on Kerri-Anne Kennerley's morning TV program, instigated defamation action against her. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Allergan sweet spot for GSK as rumors abound of a possible bid Mar 26, 2009
6 percent, breast implants 7. 1 percent, devices for obesity treatment 6. (FT.com -- Markets)
Woman uses fake ID to get fake breasts Mar 26, 2009
A woman accused of using a false identity to get breast implants and liposuction has surrendered to Huntington Beach police ... (AP) -- A woman accused of using a false identity to get breast implants and liposuction has surrendered to Huntington Beach police. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
CLAIM: Woman Steals Brand New Breasts... Mar 25, 2009
Authorities say a woman accused of stealing breast implants has been taken into custody. Weird News Photos. (The Drudge Report)
Cops: Woman with fake ID gets fake breasts Mar 25, 2009
- Police are seeking a woman they said used a false identity to get breast implants and liposuction, then skipped town. Huntington Beach police said Monday that a 30-year-old woman opened a line of credit in someone else's name in September and had the procedures worth more than $12,000 performed at the Pacific Center For Plastic Surgery. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Babies left at drive-up window Mar 25, 2009
Police say a woman used a false identity to get breast implants and liposuction in California, then skipped town. A parrot whose cries of alarm alerted his owner when a little girl choked on her breakfast has been honored as a hero. (MSNBC -- International)
Doctor accused of giving unwanted liposuction Mar 20, 2009
Another patient who had her breast implants replaced was later admitted to the hospital after Robinson failed to remove an implant that was visible in an open wound. Robinson could not be located for comment. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Drug makers may be sued for injuries in U.S. Mar 6, 2009
Such products include things like heart defibrillators, artificial hips and breast implants. A 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
03/02: Historical Hotties, Raquel Welch, Bo Derek... > Mar 3, 2009
1 of 45 With the invention of breast implants, the Atkins Diet and rigorous work outs, women look different than they used to. They do not necessarily look better. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Lohan's year of thinning dangerously Feb 25, 2009
Meanwhile, Jordan has had her breast implants swapped for smaller ones and is training for the London Marathon. In OK. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
For some, shadow of regret cast over gender switch Feb 25, 2009
Cluse, 54, stopped taking hormones and had breast implants removed. Cases such as Penner and Cluse raise questions about the causes of transgenderism. (USA Today)
46 years later, Jane Fonda returns to Broadway Feb 23, 2009
She has had a new hip installed, and a few years ago she had her breast implants removed. But she is still willowy and glamorous; she still has that smoky, velvety voice; and age has brought out her bone structure - something that the director Joshua Logan used to fret about. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Is Boxing for Model Not the Breast Idea? Feb 19, 2009
The Amateur Boxing Association has banned former model Sarah Blewden from the ring, in case she damages her 32C breast implants. (Bournemouth News re Service). (ABC News)
Boxer Banned From Ring Because of Breast Implants Feb 17, 2009
The former model says it s because of her breast implants, London s Daily Mail reported. Sarah Blewden, 25, of Poole, Dorset in England, told the newspaper that boxing officials will no longer allow her to fight because they fear repeated blows to the chests would ruin her false breasts and damage her breast tissue. (Fox News)
Collins: America apologizes to the whole world Feb 12, 2009
Promoting fast food, celebrity worship, network news, breast implants. We are really, really, really sorry for our wicked ways. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Lady In The Harbor Feb 9, 2009
Identifying the victim was no easy task - investigators had to resort to using serial numbers found on her breast implants to come up with a name: Barbara Mullenix, age 56. Why would somebody want Barbara dead. (CBS News -- 48 Hours)
Crossing the Border Feb 8, 2009
Sin Senos tells the story of young women who get breast implants to escape poverty by seducing rich drug lords. Every one of our TV programs has a dedicated page on the site, said Jos Marquez, mun2 director of digital media. (Multichannel News)
S.I. reports A-Rod tested positive for steroids in 2003 Feb 8, 2009
An observer wrote on Feb 7, 2009 5:13 PM:" Who cares? This guy and others are doing the things you,the fan, wants throw hard, run fast, hit home runs, score touchdowns. Your team wins you are happy, you lose you whine. These guys and gals get paid big bucks to shorten there lives for you. How many more of your fantasies have been filled with Breast implants, tummy tucks and botox! Are you going to say they are ruining the game? They do it for your admiration.If you want to see purity in sport go... (Longview Daily News, WA)
No Long-Term Cancer Risk Seen with Breast Implants Feb 7, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women with cosmetic breast implants do not appear to have a higher-than-average risk of any cancer years after having the surgery, a new study finds. Researchers found that among more than 6,200 Swedish and Danish women who'd received breast implants, the long-term risk of developing breast cancer was lower than the norm, while the risks of other cancers were neither higher nor lower than average ... The results, published in the International Journal of Cancer, add... (MEDLINEplus)
An Invisible Enemy Feb 7, 2009
She then partied in Mexico with friends, had sex with several Marines who served with Todd and bought herself breast implants within weeks of her husbands death. Cynthias actions, prosecutors said, were not those of a typical grieving widow. (CBS News)
TV news stars celebrate life of 'bubbly' Carol Barnes Apr 1, 2008
THE POSH PARTY PLANNER. Victoria Beckham hosted an intimate party to celebrate her mother's 60th. (Daily Mail)
Quest for perfection leads to surgery Mar 30, 2008
"It was really odd. I turned around one day and said, 'Oh, my God. Everyone has fake boobs,' " 19-year-old Jupiter resident Jessica Angst said, ticking off the names of young friends and family members who, like her, have had breast implants ... But there is no doubt that the number of women getting breast implants has soared in recent years ... Even the U.S. Food and Drug Administration doesn't think breast implants are safe for young women. (The Palm Beach Post)
We're not suckers Mar 30, 2008
According to insiders, Moore has a fitness regime that is similar to an athlete's and then, of course, there have been the countless visits to the plastic surgeon for breast implants, tummy tucks and liposuction. Bottom line is that no one can keep looking young. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Watchdog investigates website that lures girls with plastic ... Mar 27, 2008
It invites children to create a virtual doll, monitor its diet and weight and buy it breast implants and facelifts. Children sign up free of charge and automatically receive 1,000 dollars to buy treatments and clothes. (Times Online)
Ashley Tisdale denies second nose job rumors Mar 26, 2008
She also says she has not had breast implants. . (MSNBC -- News)
Miss Ireland upstages lady in red Mar 24, 2008
Guilt and resentment curdle their lives as Makiko ponders the move she thinks will restart her life: breast implants. Saturday, 22 March 2008. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)
How safe is surgery abroad? Mar 23, 2008
And they are not just after breast implants and tummy tucks. The latest trend is for dental work. (Mirror.co.uk)
MEGHAN DAUM: Spring break raunch equals 'confidence' Mar 18, 2008
They'd save up money for breast implants and then timed the surgery so they'd be healed by spring break. Some seemed to have practiced drinking, experimenting with different alcohol combinations to see what afforded the fastest buzz with the least amount of calories and dollars spent. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Why Aussie chins are the talk of Tinseltown Mar 15, 2008
Chin augmentation can take the form of a solid implant surgically inserted through a small incision during day surgery, similar to breast implants. The latest innovation is to have an injection of new-generation synthetic substances such as hyaluronic gel inserted via a large needle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kelly Rowland opens up about breast implants Mar 7, 2008
$7 online stock trades. I was sick of not fitting into my tops, says the Destinys Child singer. (MSNBC -- News)
Heigl: WTF Is This "Grey's Anatomy" Mag? Mar 6, 2008
Julia needs breast implants real bad, its almost like shes not even female. Posted at on Mar 5th 2008 by Jizy. (TMZ.com)
Web Site Offers Free Breast Implants Mar 1, 2008
Cara shows off the breast implants she got from a Web site for free. For those women whose cups do not runneth over, there is a Web site that promises to pay for a new pair, free of charge. (Fox News)
Boost for patients as queues for operations at all-time low Feb 28, 2008
As for that loud mouth Nicola Sturgeon, she probably sits all day in her office making hoax calls to plastic surgeons demanding double dee breast implants, same day, or she will report them to the General Medical Council, Doctor Spock, [italic]and[/italic] Doctor Who ... As for that loud mouth Nicola Sturgeon, she probably sits all day in her office making hoax calls to plastic surgeons demanding double dee breast implants, same day, or she will report them to the General Medical Council, Doctor... (The Herald)
Male Cosmetic Surgeries Rose 17% to 1 Million in 2007, Led by Liposuction Feb 26, 2008
Women were most likely to get injections of Botox, used to smooth wrinkles, or breast implants, the survey found ... Botox injections cost an average of $380, while breast implants were $4,000, buttock lifts were $5,000, liposuction was about $3,000 and nose jobs were $4,400. (Bloomberg -- US)
Website benefactors build Calgary woman's breast-implant fund Feb 26, 2008
Your View - Calgary: Online donors buy breast implants for Calgary woman ... Online donors buy breast implants for Calgary woman. (CBC.ca)
5 minutes with . . . Dr. Jay Hoffman Feb 26, 2008
We're not monitoring women with breast implants, and there have probably been more women die from those than men from steroids. But my personal belief is that, as an athlete, you're a role model and there is an inherent responsibility to young people who look up to you. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Supreme Court Shields Medical Device Manufacturers from Consumer ... Feb 25, 2008
The decision is expected to have ramifications for a large number of pending against manufacturers of devices such as breast implants, defibrillators, artificial heart pumps and valves, drug-coated stents, spinal cord stimulators, and prosthetic hips and knees. Because there is no federal law that allows consumers to sue medical device manufacturers for damages, state courts have become a common venue for such suits. (Natural News.com)
Clinton-Obama Debate Health: Mandates and More Feb 24, 2008
Health Blog : Clinton, Obama Debate Health: Mandates and More. WSJ s blog on health and the business of health. (Wall Street Journal)
U.S. Supreme Court makes it tougher to sue medical device makers Feb 21, 2008
Makers of medical devices like implantable defibrillators or breast implants are immune from liability for personal injuries as long as the Food and Drug Administration approved the device before it was marketed and it meets the agency's specifications, the Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday. The 8-to-1 decision was a victory for the Bush administration, which for years has sought broad authority to pre-empt tougher state regulation. (International Herald Tribune)
Anapol Schwartz Attorney Representing Trasylol(R) Victims Says Medical Study - Confirming Heart Bypass Drug Mortality Risk - to Open Floodgates for More Litigation Feb 21, 2008
"These findings should further educate the public about Trasylol's(R) dangers, and open the door for victims, and those who don't realize they are victims, to receive remuneration for their injuries," stresses Ronca, who has served as counsel to victims in product liability cases involving Baycol, LOTRONEX, hormone replacement therapy and breast implants. Anapol, Schwartz, Weiss, Cohan, Feldman ey is a personal injury firm with law offices in Philadelphia, Reading, Media, and Harrisburg, Pa. (PR Newswire)
What happened to the widows? Feb 19, 2008
They printed scuttlebutt about firefighters' widows who were supposedly going on "exotic vacations", having breast implants, or filling their garages with fleets of Mercedes-Benzes ... The New York Post ran multiple stories on this domestic matter, under such headlines as "Boob implants and vacations? 'I'd like to knock in her 40G teeth.' The quotation in the headline belonged to John Amato, the brother-in-law, who, despite such threatening outbursts, was cast as "The heartbroken brother of... (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Letter: Why the big deal about enhancement? Feb 18, 2008
People outside the athletic realm commonly use performance enhancement such as singers with microphones and amplifiers magicians with some smoke and mirrors or even girls with breast implants. Why then the big deal about professional sportsmen. (Montana Standard, MT)
Cosmetic procedures decline as U.S. economy weakens Feb 18, 2008
Lasik, for example, might cost $3,000 to $4,000, and breast implants can cost $10,000 ... Analysts said the outlook for these cheaper procedures, as well as for breast implants, was not that bad ... 5 percent annual increase in breast implants sales, fueled by U.S. regulatory approval of silicone breast implants last year, which has bolstered demand as women change out saline implants for the more natural looking and feeling silicone. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
You Can't Afford To Ignore 5 Tax Tips Feb 15, 2008
Breast Implants Exotic dancer Cynthia Hess (stage name "Chesty Love") once wrote off a $2,000 breast augmentation bill that increased her chest size to 56FF. She was allowed to take the deduction because her breasts were ultimately considered a "stage prop.". Body Oil A similar story is told in the world of professional bodybuilding. (KSBW 8, CA)
Gutfeld: Old People Should Act Their Age Feb 14, 2008
Or any woman over 50 with breast implants. It's frightening and depressing. (Fox News)
