Ian Gomez just might be the coolest person on the planet. Not only did he sit down with me to talk about creating the role of a lifetime–Javier on Felicity–but he also re-created the character for all of you guys (on video!) as Javier. I’m telling you, it doesn’t get any cooler than that. Well, maybe if Scott Speedman had joined us.

We’re going to be bringing you a new series to Glamour.com where we interview your favorite TV stars and have them pick their favorite episodes from their iconic role. By the way, if there is someone you’d like us to feature, tell us below in the comments section! In this case, Ian went so above and beyond (by recreating Javier on video–and picking his favorite episodes), that we’re going to separate it into two pieces. Stay tuned next week for part II, where Ian picks his favorite episodes from Felicity.

Ironically, when Ian and I met up, it was at a coffee shop (his suggestion!), which I playfully teased him about later. I’m sure those who didn’t watch Felicity were sitting there thinking, ‘What on earth is going on with those two?!’

Before I present you with the video that I’m pretty sure will make you shriek with excitement, I have to tell you what Ian’s wife, Nia Vardalos, told me when I interviewed her last month at the Crystal + Lucy Awards in Beverly Hills. “His whole body used to be bruised on one side when he played Javier because I would watch episodes and then punch him! I’d be like, ‘Who is this guy?!’ I just loved that character so much!” she admitted.

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You probably know her best as Laurie Keller on “Cougar Town,” but we’ve been loving Busy Philipps since way back in her “Freaks and Geeks” days. She first caught our eye as the bad girl we all wished we could be, Kim Kelly. And, of course, we watched her when she popped up as Joey’s freshman roommate Audrey on “Dawson’s Creek.” Since then, Busy’s been, well, busy. She’s racked up tons of great television and film roles and somehow managed to have eek out some time to get married, become a mother and accompany her best friend Michelle Williams to every major award show. How does she do it?

Because we’re so impressed, we’ve recruited Busy as a guest advice columnist here at The Frisky. After the jump, she answers a bunch of readers questions on everything from keeping the romance alive in a long term relationship, living together before marriage, her favorite travel destination, and whether she would support her daughter Birdie pursuing an acting career.

What do you think about the timing of moving in with a boyfriend? Is it important to live independently (i.e., not with a parent) before taking the step to move in with someone for the first time?

Honestly, I feel like it all depends on your relationship and truthfully where you live. I know people who move in together after a fairly short time because they’re living in a place where the rent is particularly high and it doesn’t make much sense to live in separate places when most or all of your nights are spent together… Personally, I lived alone for two years, without a roommate or boyfriend before I got married to my husband. And even though we did spend most of our time together, we didn’t move in together until after our wedding. I’m so grateful for all the years that I lived with roommates or alone before I got married. My husband is the only man I’ve ever lived with, and that’s pretty cool, I think.

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Note from Matt Jones: We are very excited to have Josh Hopkins from ABC/TBS’s “Cougartown” joining KSR as a guest columnist over the course of the next year. Josh is the ultimate fan and like you, he bleeds blue and follows every part of Kentucky basketball. The difference is that Josh lives in Hollywood, is on television and gets to see the program as the ultimate fan would. His fandom is unparalleled amongst the “famous” UK fan set and we are looking forward to his thoughts here on KSR. He starts with this post on the summer practices by the UK team:

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It was the middle of the summer in 1984 and I was Thirteen. I had just received my “Cats Pause” (thank god for Oscar Combs) and I couldn’t have been happier. I read it about six thousand times until the next edition was printed…TWO MONTHS LATER! Yeah, that’s what the coverage was like in the off season for the basketball team.

I dissected every ounce of information no matter how trivial. I obsessed over tidbits like how big John Pittman’s hands were, and I was convinced he would be the best center in UK history. Sure, Pittman never came to UK, nor did he amount to much of a ball player either, but it didn’t matter because I ate up every morsel of UK information. Now, no longer do I need to wait months for UK basketball news, because it is there immediately and honestly I couldn’t be more thrilled. That’s why I love me some KSR.

I click on this site no less than 10 times a day. I get all the Cat news in a clear, succinct package, which makes it easy, for a kinda dim guy like me to understand. Even better, KSR is a destination that turns the entire BBN into a massive Internet force. When Matt asked if I’d like to write a semi weekly piece for the site…I was honored.

Many ideas have come in and out of my thought process regarding my first post. Should I write about my own fandemonium? About how I’m still reveling in the Cats’ national title? Or, how exciting it’s gonna be to watch our guys in the NBA? None of these… I’m gonna actually switch gears…and give you a glimpse of the impressions I have on the Cats’ future.

I recently had a chance to see the 2012-2013 Cats practice. It was a lucky opportunity for which I am feel unbelievably fortunate and so I thought would share some of my thoughts. I get so annoyed by critics that say Coach Cal is “just a recruiter”. After seeing him with these kids at practice, Coach is probably best described as a master motivator and a focused teacher. I wish there was an opportunity for people to see how Cal crafts his practices. It is fascinating to watch him teach position and angles, footwork and proper screening. Yeah, he recruits one and done talent but it’s how he prepares and teaches those kids in that one season that has continually impressed those of us really paying attention.

You know what the returning players bring so here’s the impression I came away with from the new guys during my limited time watching with my very untrained eye:

NERLENS NOEL : Not around yet. Dang.

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+ #4.08 – “Road Trip” Screen Caps

In May, it was announced that Cougar Town actress Busy Philipps would be teaming up with BACARDI to launch Classic Cocktails Light, a new line of of low-calorie, ready-to-serve beverages.

Now, with summer now officially underway, Philipps — who celebrated her 33rd birthday on Monday — is here to give Celebuzz the rundown on how readers can plan the perfect summer soiree, whether it be for a birthday or, as is the case next Wednesday, the Fourth of July.

Of course, in light of news that Cougar Town will live on for another season (thank you, TBS!), Celebuzz also saved room to quiz Philipps on what fans can expect from the big move from ABC to cable, and what she’d like to see happen to her character, Laurie, next season. (Hint: Her answer was, um, very revealing.)

For more on Philipps’ summer tips, plus details on why she spent her birthday eating a sub, check out Celebuzz’s full Q&A below!

Have you always played the role of hostess?
I’ve always loved throwing parties; I’ve always been known for my kind of epic parties. A lot of people who maybe follow me on Twitter, or know my online personality or my real-life personality, know that I’m really into cake decorating and baking elaborate cakes. I just like the details that go into parties. I have always fancied myself [as being] a cool, young Martha Stewart in my head. [Laughs] Whether or not that’s actually true, that’s what I like to think.

But one of the things that’s so great about the summer is, BACARDI Classic Cocktails came out with their new light version and they asked me if I wanted to partner up with them and spread the word. It was such a good fit for me, because in the summertime, I have my wedding anniversary, my birthday, my husband’s [Marc Silverstein] birthday, my daughter’s [Birdie] birthday — not to mention Fourth of July, Labor Day and Memorial Day. So, I’m constantly throwing parties at my house all summer long. [Laughs] It really feels like the perfect fit for me.

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One of the most adorable, long-lasting Hollywood relationships is the BFF-ship between Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps. Now, TV viewers everywhere will benefit from their friendship when Williams guest stars on Philipps’ show, ”Cougar Town,” once the sitcom makes the move to TBS.

While series star Courteney Cox has been able to recruit her “Friends” pals and costars Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow for guest spots, it looks like it’s Philipps’ turn to bring in some heavy-hitters.

In a recent interview with the Huffington Post, Williams says that she’s really looking forward to guest starring on “Cougar Town.” “My friend Busy Philipps is on a TV show and I’d really like to guest star on her show,” she says. “I’d like to do a little guest spot.”

Although nothing is official, Williams says she can’t see it not happening. “We’ve been talking about it enough that I’m sure it’s going to happen. I loved the crossover they did with ‘Community,’” she says. “I really want to. I’m sure that we will at some point. I think they’ve got a couple more years on the show, so, I think we can find a way.”

Commence brainstorming now: Who should Williams play?

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