Posts by casualbadger92

briskhound2 said:Look, Michael Douglas and David Duchovny ended up in sex addiction rehab, and Fox Mulder publicly admitted he cheated on his wife... Warren Beatty doesn't have any scandals, you know?

Just because there aren't any doesn't mean they aren't being hidden well.

If it were someone like Rocco Siffred or Ron Jeremy... then maybe I'd believe it (since those guys are still hooking up today).

Well, he actually told his own biographer that himself, and now he uses that number to brag. 🤷

I get what you mean, no worries. What's funny is that Warren Beatty and Debra Winger aren't exactly a model marriage that's lasted 22 years, mostly because he was cheating BEFORE the marriage.

It's a good marriage, though. I mean, I wonder how much of a good marriage a dysfunctional person (read: Warren Beatty) can even have.

Okay, now I'm going to ask you to provide some official data proving that Warren Beatty actually has that diagnosis.

And you really think he'd just walk around showing off his diagnosis? People hide things like snakes.
Illness shows through symptoms, not by visiting a doctor.

So if he can't keep it in his pants, we'll talk about that. Like I said, the guy didn't cheat, he wasn't caught doing anything in a car (with anyone), and he hasn't been busted with hookers, so there's no scandal at all. 🤷 But still, he isn't a great example.

Promiscuity doesn't make someone a cheater, it's just about the numbers. And
his number is huge. 🤣

No, no... it's the opposite. Are you trying to say he raped them? I think people blame him for that famous number of 12,000. If women weren't offering themselves, the man wouldn't be sleeping around.

Oh, please. 😂
He wasn't exactly incapable of saying no.
People have free will. They offered themselves to him and he agreed. It was completely conscious.

Long story short — you just can't stand Betty, can you? 🤷 Both personally and professionally, I suppose.

It's about personality. That's what we're discussing here, the actual character of people in Hollywood.

It seems so. He isn't even a porn star, yet he's been with so many women. I guess I'm in the wrong profession.

There's no such thing as a wrong profession, just bad players.

I’d put him on the list of real artists, even if I couldn't stand him in person. Just because he assaulted a girl doesn't change the fact that he made some good films, which really shouldn't have anything to do with who he likes to sleep with.

Well, that's subjective, I guess. Maybe not for you, but maybe for someone else.
Would you actually hang a painting on your wall if you knew the guy who painted it was a rapist who tortured women? 🤷

briskhound2 said:I guess it isn't really their marriage that bothers you. Maybe it's just the fact that forty years ago, Warren Beatty was such a magnet for women... that he practically slept with everyone who wore a skirt.

What really bothers me is this one guy—he seems excessively pathological when it comes to his sexual behavior, maybe even dealing with an addiction. I guess those 12,776 partners tell a pretty clear story. It’s hard to take him seriously in a discussion about people who should actually serve as role models of modesty and composure, you know? People who didn't just fall prey to the emperors of Hollywood.
And he’s actually quite controversial. I guess he might not be right now, but in the past... well, it was significant. Maybe.

If a man stays with one woman for twenty-two years, I guess that says something. Maybe—it's probably just a crazy theory—but he finally found the one who fits.

I guess it would have been pretty strange if it hadn't happened after 12,000 copies. Maybe. 🤷

What kind of promiscuity? I guess... maybe it's just how things are now.

I guess maybe you don't quite grasp what promiscuity actually means.
I suppose promiscuity implies more than just being active; it seems to include that sense of being "indiscriminate," too. Maybe.

If someone with 12,000 partners isn't a player... then I guess I really don't know what a player is. Maybe I just don't get it. 🤷
So, saying someone has lived solely off this Bennett guy for the last twenty years... I guess it’s basically like saying...
Just because someone hasn't had a drink in ten years doesn't mean they aren't an alcoholic. Addiction is addiction, I guess.
The thing is... it was just how things were. I guess addiction isn't something you ever truly cure, maybe you just learn to keep it under control. It's probably the same way with promiscuity.

I mean, I’ve been married for 22 years, and you're out here claiming he was acting like a total fool before we wed. I guess... maybe someone actually pressured those 12,000 women into sleeping with him?

Are you suggesting that she assaulted him? I guess... maybe that's what you mean?🤷 I guess that would be his only real alibi, if he wasn't being so promiscuous given those numbers. Maybe.

Oh, wait, that’s actually taken. I guess Michael Douglas and David Duchovny already snagged the best rooms.

In psychiatry wards, I guess all the rooms feel exactly the same. Maybe it's just me, but they all seem identical.

It’s a bit tough to say. If Robert Redford can still pull those sighs from women, and Anthony Hopkins can too, then I guess maybe even Warren Beatty could get a little action if he really tried.

I guess they can say whatever they want, but they really shouldn't be part of this discussion. 🤷

What does that actually say about the women who sleep with a famous movie star? Maybe it was just a smart career move?

I mean, what does that have to do with anything? Some might have made a move on him, or maybe he went after them... but the bottom line is he agreed to it.
Maybe there were plenty of those women he just gave false hope to just to get them into bed. So, I guess he isn't just promiscuous, he’s probably pretty manipulative too. That seems common enough with people like him. It’s honestly even more surprising that he’s being brought up in this thread.

In my opinion, intelligence combined with good looks is a powerful mix. Why wouldn't someone like him exculpate himself? The guy has great movies and roles, and he was successful in directing and screenwriting—couldn't he be an idol?

When I mentioned earlier that the guy slept with 12,000 women, you responded by saying that fact makes him your idol.

Or let's just stick to the fact that he slept with half of Hollywood. Denis Hooper snorted his way through half of Hollywood, so does that make him some kind of hero?

An addict is always going to be an addict, or a junkie if we're being blunt. Just because he directs a movie doesn't mean he's cured. He's a director and a former junkie, if we want to be polite.

You should look at how he acted, directed, and everything else. Roman Polanski assaulted a young girl, for God's sake, and while the guy really repulses me, I can't deny he filmed a few truly powerful titles.

Of course not, but you aren't going to include him in a discussion about exemplary citizens. Or do you want to?
Are we supposed to just forget he's a sexual predator just because he made a few good movies? 😕

briskhound2 said:Well, the guy was famous. I guess anyone would be if they were in his shoes.

Even if they had Roman orgies or German swingers parties, who cares? I haven't seen anything about him in the papers, no scandals at all. Don Johnson and M. Griffith on the other hand...

Then what should we discuss? Some absolute nobodies who married their high school sweethearts, have two credits to their names (one being an extra in a scene at a rally in Forrest Gump), and have a stable marriage?

Warren Beatty is just a guy like anyone else.

He was popular and he took advantage of it, but he's been married to her for 22 years. There are no scandals, he isn't in the tabloids, and nobody is dragging him through social media...

I suppose I’d say he finally learned how to actually treat women properly.

That fact makes him my hero.

briskhound2 said:Well? They found each other and finally settled down, I guess.

Still, you have to last 22 years, which is pretty much the Hollywood standard... so, forever, I suppose.

But what does 'normal' actually mean?

And what exactly is the allure of Hollywood?

Sophia Smith29 said:I guess even Antonio Banderas is joining the ranks of the newly divorced... ☕

Brandon Cruz81 said:Keanu Reeves didn't deserve those kinds of tragedies....

Samuel Morgan40 said:It’s true, they are. 🧐
Though, if we're being honest, I’ve actually swallowed parts of those common houseflies myself—back when I was just a little kid, I guess. I remember finding one dead on the floor under the dining table because my late grandmother was constantly swatting at them with one of those... what do you call them? 🤔 those fly swatters?

Mind you, I didn't go after the blowflies—those things are a bit chunkier and larger than your standard housefly, and they have this lovely habit of circling the dinner plate and leaving little "surprises" on your food. It's just delightful. 😁

Samuel Morgan40 said:Take a seat—here’s one last thought to wrap up the year.

Honestly, can we talk about the sheer volume of these threads? It feels like every single day, someone decides to start some pointless little drama—something along the lines of "I accidentally ate a fly" or "there’s a worm in my food..."—as if anyone actually cares. I mean, it’s not that it matters to me, or anyone else, really, but it’s just... constant. It’s almost impressive how much space these trivialities take up.

I’ve personally swallowed hundreds of them while tearing down the Pacific Coast Highway on my bike—and as you can see, I’m still typing just fine. ☕

Tyler Cruz32 said:In my view, being unlikable isn't necessarily about lacking a sense of humor. Rather, it describes those individuals who are arrogant, self-important, rude, and condescending; they answer from a position of superiority, mock others, belittle everyone, and employ sarcasm or dark humor at inappropriate times—essentially being obnoxious to an extreme degree. They seem to believe such behavior makes them appear all-knowing.

I tend to favor ordinary, cheerful, and smiling people. A sense of humor isn't strictly required, though it certainly doesn't hurt.

Kenneth Ramirez5 said:I’ve always found myself gravitating toward people who—well, let's just say they don't carry around a mountain of unnecessary baggage or psychological layers—to be much more likable. It doesn't really matter what they look like, how many degrees they have hanging on their walls, or even the way they carry themselves in conversation.
It isn't some absolute, ironclad rule that applies to every single soul on this planet, but in my experience—and I'm certainly no expert here—it holds true for the vast majority.

Nicholas Gonzalez8 said:Anyone who tries to claim they don't have an ego is full of it—they absolutely do. But there’s this specific breed of person who just doesn't give their ego any oxygen, and man, you can really feel the difference. It changes the whole vibe of the interaction. They don't freak out when you throw them a compliment, and they don't get defensive when you call them out, either. Even the way they talk is just... different. They aren't just making noise; they actually wait until they have something worth saying before they open their mouths. Most people, though? Most people are just performing—trying to impress you or win an argument just for the sake of winning.

Morgan Bishop4 said:The thing is, when someone stays low-key, it can give off this vibe that they’re just standing there silently judging everything and everyone around them. It's almost like a power move, right? They end up being the dominant ones because they've gathered all this intel on the loud, outgoing types, while nobody has a damn clue what's going on in their head...
Plus, let's be real, it's just way more comfortable being around someone who'll actually kick off a conversation rather than someone who won't even give you two cents of attention if you try to talk to them.

Morgan Bishop4 said:Man, what anxiety... personally, I just give them this blank stare whenever they come at me with one of those copy-paste remarks. Seriously, if it was just a one-off thing, fine, but sometimes they’ll just drone on with the exact same phrases and lines all day long, or for several days straight. Honestly, I think it’s even worse if you actually respond to one of those comments instead of just ignoring them, because if you react at all—even if it’s just a deadpan "uh-huh" or "mhm"—they’ll just repeat it a hundred times over! It’s like dealing with a five-year-old who thinks they just heard the greatest joke in human history. 🤷
And yeah, don't even get me started on people who are constantly grinning for absolutely no reason. I have someone like that at my office, and I actually started a thread about her once because she was just so indescribably grating 😁 though she works in a different room now... honestly, once I get rid of the human parrot, my life might actually get boring since I won't have anyone left to drive me up the wall. 😉

There’s a healthy boundary for confidence where people actually believe in themselves and are genuinely self-assured, whereas those who are just one step past that are just performing confidence to mask deep-seated insecurities. To me, a truly confident person is more like that eccentric lady wearing a bright hat and leopard print leggings (okay, maybe that's just tacky, but still), rather than some corporate guy in a high-end suit who feels the need to dominate every single room he walks into.
With the quirky lady, there's a much higher chance she couldn't care less what anyone thinks, which makes her interesting and probably quite likable, whereas that guy would just annoy the hell out of me with his posturing and fake bravado.

Kevin Nguyen3 said:Is anyone else absolutely losing it over Fodor? Honestly, we need some kind of universal handbook defining what counts as "likable" or not, because if we’re going by those standards, I don't meet the criteria for being charming on any level whatsoever.
And you know what? That’s actually my favorite part about it.
I’ve always just looked... well, let's say intense. Grumpy, sour, bitter, dark, moody—take your pick.
And look... those who know me, know. Those who don't? Well, screw 'em.
There was a time, a long time ago, when I actually cared that I came off as unapproachable and totally uncool, but now? I couldn't care less. Truly. Zero cares given.🤷

Michael Davis13 said:

I honestly think we’re all just waiting for that one big moment where everything finally clicks... you know? Like, we spend so much time stressing over the little things, but if we could just get everyone on the same page, man... it would be incredible! I was reading this thing earlier about how much potential there is when people actually cooperate, and it just got me thinking... what if we applied that same energy to everything? Every single thing! It’s all about that mindset, really. Just staying positive and looking forward... because the future feels like it could be so bright if we just let it be... Michael Davis13 says:
I’ve been noticing something lately... it feels like everyone is trying way too hard to be "personable" or super likable, but honestly? It usually just backfires! It’s like they’re aiming for charm but hitting total cringe instead... it's such a weird vibe...

I’m watching these singing competitions lately and honestly, that Mirko Fodor guy just gets on my nerves every single time. He clearly tries so hard to be the charming, likable guy, but it just doesn't land... at all. He’s constantly pushing it, too. It isn't just that one show either—it’s like he shows up on every single broadcast trying way too hard. He basically forces these jokes on the audience that aren't even remotely funny! Just... yikes... 🙂.
Man, this guy really thinks he’s the resident comedian or something, and he just refuses to let it go... but honestly? He just doesn't have it. Not even close. Like, at all. His delivery is off, his body language is weird, and there’s just zero actual humor there. And the facial expressions? Honestly, they're kind of terrifying! But the scariest part is that he has absolutely no clue how bad it is. He just keeps pushing, trying so hard to act like this charming, funny guy, but it backfires every single time... it’s just a total disaster.

Take someone like Mark Zuckerberg, for example. He’s out there trying so hard to be likable too... but he does it in his own weird way, you know? Like, he leans into this super intense, forced openness that just feels... well, it feels a little try-hard!
Sometimes I get this vibe that he’s just trying way too hard to play the role of the "life of the party." He’s constantly jumping in with these live comments, basically signaling to everyone that he’s super open and easygoing... you know, because being an extrovert is apparently what's considered "modern" and trendy these days! It’s like he thinks if he’s loud, he’s relevant... But his whole communication style is just so space-consuming. Usually, people who take up that much room actually have something important to say, but with him? His actual words don't really match the big energy he's putting out. And don't even get me started on the jokes. They're just cringey and way too full of himself... honestly, just a total waste of breath...

The bottom line? We aren't all exactly sunshine and rainbows, even if we’d much rather be...
So, how on earth do you think these two—who are basically the most unlikable duo ever—could actually become... well, tolerable? Like, is there even a way to make them likable? I mean, come on...!

Honestly, I feel like people like that would be way better off just staying quiet and keeping their frustrations to themselves instead of constantly begging for attention... maybe then their "authenticity" would actually seem interesting to someone! Or am I totally off base here...? 🤷
I honestly feel like a little more humility wouldn't hurt at all... just a thought!

Do you ever feel like being yourself is becoming a lost art? Like, if you aren't constantly out there performing or acting like the life of the party, people just don't "get" you? It feels like we live in this era where everyone is obsessed with being loud and extraverted... always pushing themselves into the spotlight just to be noticed! I mean, does being authentic—just sitting back and staying low-key—actually work anymore? In a world where everyone thinks you have to put on a massive show just to be considered likable, I wonder if being a little more reserved or serious makes people think you're just antisocial or stuck-up... even when you're actually perfectly nice! Is being calm and composed suddenly a bad thing? It’s exhausting just thinking about it... 🤔
Can shy people actually be likable? Like, really charming? I've been thinking about this all day... turns out, they totally can! It's not just about being the loudest person in the room or the life of the party. Sometimes, those quiet types have this incredible vibe... they listen, they observe, and when they finally do speak, it actually matters! There’s something so magnetic about someone who isn't constantly fighting for the spotlight. Honestly, some of my favorite people are total introverts... they just have this calm energy that draws you in. So yeah, definitely! 🤷 🤷

So, I’ve been thinking... what actually makes someone likable to you guys? Like, who are those people you just gravitate toward? And on the flip side, what’s the dealbreaker? What makes someone totally unapproachable? I was wondering about those folks who don't really have that sense of humor, you know? They're just... there. Is there anything they could do to become a little more charming, or is it just a matter of learning how to tolerate them better? ... ☕

Since you brought up how much certain stars grate on your nerves, I have to say—for me, it’s not even about Fodor. It’s actually Taylor Swift that really gets under my skin! That constant, forced smiling? It just feels so fake... and don't even get me started on her voice. Her songs just don't click with me at all. I find her totally unlikable... especially when I think back to that last track of hers, "Cappuccino and Double Espresso"... honestly, I didn't know whether to laugh or cry! 😳

I caught an episode or two of that singing competition show recently, so I’m not exactly an expert on how Fodor has been acting on there... but I did catch his old show, *America's Best*, back in the day. He seemed pretty solid to me! Especially with Bitorajac and Navojac hanging around the set. Those guys were great... they actually had some decent jokes without trying way too hard or being fake. It's such a rarity on TV these days, honestly. Everyone seems to think every host has to be this loud, hyper-extroverted, comedian type, right? But some people just aren't wired that way. They try to force this persona that isn't them, and it just ends up looking so awkward and cringey... it would be way better if they just acted like normal human beings...

I’ve always been drawn to people who are just... real. You know? Genuine. It doesn't matter if they’re super shy or the life of the party, or if they're gorgeous or totally average, or even how much schooling they have... none of that matters! But if they can make you laugh? Man, that is the absolute dream combination... Everyone else who’s just putting on an act or posing for the cameras? They just rub me the wrong way, more or less... I mean, sure, life throws some curveballs at you where you have to play the part or adjust your approach, but your core character? That should never change...

gentlesailor25 said:People always start droning on about personality traits and stuff, but if we're being real, it’s mostly just physical appearance that hits you first, and honestly, that plays such a massive role in whether we actually vibe with someone or not.🤷
I mean, you don't even need to know a single thing about who they are; you can just take one look at them and decide, I guess, that they're totally unlikable right off the bat.😁

brightscout4 said:I’ve always had a soft spot for people who are just themselves. No playing the victim, no acting like they own the place...

Morgan Bishop4 said:I honestly feel like someone who’s just naturally chill is way more likable than someone putting in overtime to seem friendly—whether they're forcing a smile, acting all outgoing, or just dropping these lame, manufactured jokes...
Though, I guess superficial people might not even catch onto the act, so if someone plays the part well enough, they probably end up being "charming" to them? :/ I work with this guy who has a whole repertoire of these scripted "bits" he pulls on everyone (except me, since I've already made it clear his little routine doesn't work on me), and he genuinely thinks he's the life of the party, while it honestly just drives me insane... like, sometimes he gets this itch to greet everyone with some random foreign word—like saying "aloha," "ciao," or some random phrase in Japanese or Russian—and it makes me cringe so hard, but it’s even worse when someone else actually falls for it and starts greeting him back in kind.