Heather Graham Apparently Hasn't Heard Of Elizabeth Berkley

Heather Graham plays a stripper in the upcoming comedy, The Hangover, starring Bradley Cooper. (Click on the link to view the trailer.) She had such a blast with the role, she's encouraging other women to "do the same" as she's found it "very empowering." Has she not read the trades, or is she lying? I can't think of one woman who's played a stripper and come out of it empowered - much less in the area of career advancement. Demi Moore probably faired the best for her "work" in Striptease, but that's because her acting was already a joke - albeit a big budget one. We all know Elizabeth Berkley's fate - and if you haven't heard of her, there's a reason. She's barely worked again since starring in the cult favorite, Showgirls. Even Jessica Beil, who lives shrouded in Justin Timberlake's mysterious cloud of credibility, couldn't get Powder Blue to the screen. I'm sure the crew enjoyed seeing her tits, for what that was worth! Don't get me wrong - I dig Heather and I get what she saying. Being sexy can be powerful - but don't be surprised when those serious roles pass you by. One notable exception to the rule? Mel B (Melanie Brown, Scary Spice) who is currently ruling Sin City with her wild ways in Peepshow at Planet Hollywood. Maybe Heather is on to something, because Melanie looks incredible and word is that her burlesque bid is one of the hottest tickets in town! Maybe I'll be getting a stripper pole after all...