This season, we've shared a lot together. We've loved Ari, we've kinda liked Turtle and we've flat-out hated Ashley. We've spoken directly to the TV (I know I have - don't judge), we've wondered if the show has lost its mojo, if its jumped the shark, and/or if "Entourage" had sold itself out for the sake of running short on its own material. But now, we are at the end.

Let me say, for all the many good/bad/love/hate moments in this season, I believe we've seen a fitting conclusion. The final show was chock full of "Entourage" signatures, with a few new wrinkles in our boys' situations.

First, Turtle's abrupt end to our fantasy  - his relationship with Jamie Lynn Sigler - was jarring. I adapted thanks to Brooke (hot chicks always help, right?) but then the kid has a meltdown and I suffer a big let-down. Come on Turtle, why can't I have the rest of that scene? It was going so well! As a result, both Brooke - in her dorm room - and me - on my couch as I watched - had the rug snatched from under us as Turtle just couldn't get over Jamie-Lynn. Fine, we'll deal with it.

Meanwhile, Ari gave a scintillating sermon on exactly why the takeover was going to be his crowning achievement. In one eloquent, fell swoop, Ari verbally processed his intent with passion and sheer contempt. This speech in a word? Let's say: enthralling. It was a fist-pumper and I did just that by the time Ari was done.

We also got to see another side of Drama in the show. I thought it was really endearing to see Drama lay down his cracked shell, reveal his inherent vulnerability and subsequently kill it in his audition. We root for him because he never gives up, but Drama never quite gets it right either. I loved Drama's laughable line re: the insistent Matt Damon..."Sorry bro, he Jason Bourne'd me!"

If this episode missed a step at all, color me the Russian judge to deduct points for that "Matt Damon aggression in the name of his charity" concept. It all felt like a square peg forced into a circular hole as Damon, Bono, (and later) Lebron James were "thrown" into the episode for cameo's sake. Fellas listen: I'm a huge fan of the three of you. You guys make great movies, music and last-second shots to win NBA games, but you have to understand one thing: you just weren't "needed" in this episode.

Speaking of needs, please ask me if I needed Sloan back on a regular basis. The answer is "si", "oui", and "yes" - I absolutely did. But, I'm not sure I needed Eric to go THAT far to keep her around. Was it admirable? Certainly. But will the "gi-normous" lock-down move he made seismically shift things for the group in upcoming shows? We shall see.

Summing it up, this final episode was delightful and I enjoyed it. It may sound cliche', but the best was indeed saved for last. The creators of the show gave us more than enough to come back for more and look forward to a seventh season. Shall I return for more "Entourage" blogs? The answer is "si", "oui" and "yes" I will, and I hope you will too.

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The sixth season of Entourage is winding down, and its been a wild ride with some interesting peaks and alleys. With 11 episodes down and one to go, the pedal has been firmly placed to the metal.

This week's episode got started with a very "UN-Eric" kind of occurrence: An all-out, wide-open PDA (read: public display of affection) as Vince and Drama walked up.

Eric? E? Seriously? No way, it cant be!

Well, it was, and like any event in E's dating life, it just couldn't be that simple either. The lip-locked lady in question turned out to be an old acquaintance of Drama's, and bedlam ensues upon discovery of the goods being previously damaged (in more ways than one). E's look of contempt for Drama, mixed with his genuine concern for his health was both entertaining and profound.

More on this: E's love life continues to be a "young and the restless" series unto itself. Its often loathesome and uncomfortable, yet compelling. Huh? Don't ask me why, but you really never have any idea what will happen next. Maybe that's it.

Meanwhile, as Terrance McQuewick made a return, chalk up yet another standout performance for Jeremy Piven, as the best of Ari is always brought forth when things move furiously around him. In this episode, they did just that.

Another highlight was Jamie-Lynn Sigler's insecurity about leaving Turtle. First of all, the fact that "Med Soprano" is all "verklempt" at the thought of being away from our boy is a Super Bowl victory for every regular guy across this great land of ours. The airport scene was terrific and Turtle's eyes welling up as Jamie Lynn walked away was well done and OK with me. He gets a pass.

Elsewhere, Drama's meltdown and "whatever condition" the doctor diagnosed him with translated in my head to "Johnny Chase is freaking out". I neither cared nor really laughed at all on that one.

Also, has anyone noticed that Vince has a strange sort of streak going? His "gratuitous sex cutaway" count now stands at about four or five this season. While I cannot confirm the approximate number since my DVR is dumped regularly, this matter requires further research.

Now, don't get me wrong, our Entourage fandom was built upon these sorts of "items" being thrown into really good storylines about the crew from Queens in the show's humble beginnings. Nowadays though, it really seems as if Vince has been relegated to less meaningful dialogue for extended stretches.

From what I can see, I guess we'll have to remember that we're being drawn closer to the other characters, and for now – that's all Vince is getting.

Overall, this was an enjoyable episode with great music cues as usual. I could write an entire blog on the fantastic music used in the show. There have been many signature moments through the six seasons, and the tunes chosen are fantastic matches for the mood and delivery of the scenes.

So, its official: I'm excited for next week's finale. However, i seriously doubt it will be another "Ashley-free" version. She's coming back with a vengeance. Mark it down.

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"Entourage" fans... how does it feel? I feel great, and you should too. After all, we are officially "Ashley-free"! This blog should be a celebration!

After a season full of lows and "lowers", I watched the latest episode of "Entourage" with a strange euphoria. This bowl of euphoria simmered, it boiled, and it runneth over into E breaking up with the girl we love to hate. That's right people, Ashley's "outta here"! Celebrate good times, come on!

I'm feeling so "Kool and the Gang" about this. I'm giddy to think the season's two remaining episodes should be (as my french friends from France would say) "sans Ashley". It was wonderful to watch Ashley's gradual spiral into panic once she realized she couldn't control Eric anymore, and then witness her ultimate melt-down as E said "buh-bye". I even wondered aloud, "I think this is happening. I think E's gonna do it!"

The breakup was pretty beautiful and pretty ugly. As I pumped my fist for E's beautiful moment of liberation, there was the not-so-pretty reality of exactly how short of a full deck Ashley is playing with. Fans, I can promise you this: she won't go quietly and she's got some crazy left up her sleeve.

My prediction? Pain and embarrassment. Ashley WILL pull a foolish act of biblical proportion. However, it will guarantee that Eric swears himself off this girl we've been dying to see get voted off the island. After this, he won't touch her with a laser pointer through tempered glass.

Footnote to the guys: If you're trying to figure out how to break up with that overbearing "chick du-jour", take a page from E's classic walk-away. His demeanor was textbook. He stated the facts, never sank to Ashley's level of "nutty" and made his exit with head held high. Then, he returns the hot assistant's call (with her hot friends) for drinks afterward. Cue the slow crawl of a tear down my cheek. Brilliant.

Elsewhere, the Ari versus Lloyd battle turned ugly also. In his quest to make Lloyd's new life a living hell, the situation turned into an all-out war for Drama. I thought Lloyd's ability to be endearing and true was the difference. Combine that with Ari's inability to do the same and that was pivotal for Drama. He made the right choice to stay with Lloyd.

Summing it all up, Lloyd's exclamation as he won the right to represent Drama speaks for all of us when it comes to Ashley's run coming to an end: "Yippee-ki-yay!"

Fans, we've got a bonus for you this week. Jordan Belfi (aka Adam Davies) talked with us about his thoughts on the show, his character and gives us some inside scoop. You can check out the Jordan Belfi interview here.

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"Entourage" took a week off last week but the ninth episode returned in pretty good form. I was glad to see a familiar face comeback to the show - "anti-Ari/nemesis/rival" Adam Davies made an appearance.

Ari and Davies' past battles have been epic, and this latest bout pitted the two against each other for the right to represent "Mr. High School Musical" himself: Zac Efron.

Efron sided with Ari, and Davies gets knocked down. However, he's still got a big punch to throw, and comes back swinging. Davies makes a play for Lloyd, offering him the opportunity to become the agent he's been dying to be. At this point, here's where I thought the show did something pretty savvy.

The emotional attachment to Lloyd's plight has become an increasingly loud rallying cry among fans. I enjoy Ari's character, but he degrades Lloyd in a way that makes me cringe quite often. As the situation ramped up in this episode, the insults piled on, and Lloyd's patience and dignity was challenged. At the apex, he decided to abandon Ari Gold, and I actually agreed with him. I said to myself, "Well, yeah Lloyd... it just makes sense."

That's just it. A good story will pull you close, and make you identify with the characters in a certain endearing way. That is what "Entourage" did right this time. My personal litmus test came as the show drew to a close, with Ari's realization that Lloyd was actually gone. At that moment, I could feel Ari's disbelief, while I nodded in agreement with Lloyd's moment of liberation. That was a well-done, nicely executed moment of symmetrical drama for the show.

One last note: Be sure to check the Marquee Blog later this week for our exclusive interview with Jordan Balfi who plays "Adam Davies" on the show. I'll get his insight on the show and some inside scoops. Be sure to submit your questions for Balfi while you tell us if you loved, liked, or hated this week's episode.

Ladies and gentlemen, we have liftoff.

Simply put, I loved the show. We have now returned to the familiar place that "Entourage" keeps us in. From my strange "thing" for Beverly D'Angelo's character (don't ask – but yes, I want more "Babs" please) to Andrew Klein's pajamas, the episode started well and ended phenomenally, just like its supposed to. I even saw Turtle's bong make an appearance after a long hiatus.

The only hiccup I could have held my breath for was the "Vince versus stalker" storyline. Its neither catchy nor compelling. Yes, I know there's a nut on the loose, but the drills weren't laughable, and the security guy isn't funny either.

Other than that? The show grabbed me, shook me, spun me around, patted me on the head and told me to "enjoy the rest of my night" once the credits rolled.

For the record, I keep having to go all the way back to my first blog of the season where I called for an end to Sloan's character, at right, and/or her relationship with E for some ungodly reason. What was I thinking?

Since then, I've been "Sloan'd" several times by her appearances, and last night was no exception. She placed a call to E to check in on him and I found myself not wanting the scene to end. E met her for cocktails (Hi Sloan!), got the call from Ashley (uh-oh), and ultimately decided that he had enough of Sloan's indecisive nature (What? NO!). As Eric drove away, I exhaled and silently mouthed the words "Bye Sloan" to the TV. Please don't be gone Sloan. I didn't mean it. I rebuke that first blog!

Meanwhile, the readers have been pretty diligent about frying anyone who speaks a harsh word about Ari Gold's character on the show. Well, last night's performance is what Emmy noms are made of. Don't be surprised if you see him eagerly waiting to hear his name called for the award as scenes from last night's show portray him in the role. What a fantastic performance.

As his scenes unfolded, Ari guides Klein through the chaotic wilderness of his own creation, only moments before the single-most important meeting of his professional life. Then, in an instant, we get the patented Entourage "mayhem" we've come to know and love as Klein reacts to his "Sorkin notes" going up in flames at the hands of his jilted wife. Klein then gives us a gift by reversing his Cadillac, and driving it through the front of his very own house.

At this point in the show, I'm now standing up in front of the TV. Wow! I remember discussing this "Klein implosion" concept earlier in the season, but wow! Talk about a tree bearing juicy, delicious fruit??

By now, I'm actually hoping Klein can score the Sorkin deal, and what do you know? The uber-schmuck comes through from behind the prison glass, and I'm officially spent.

All in all, I believe we got more of what we were looking for in our beloved show.

By the way, you'll be glad to know I just added my stellar suggestion for "Pajama Mondays" to the employee suggestion box.

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As evidenced by last week's blog comments, many of you are growing restless with "Entourage." I am no exception. The many comments ran the gamut, from "the show is just alright", to "lose Ashley/she's terrible", to "I need more Ari" and finally, a personal favorite, "It's the only reason I have HBO". I agree with all of the above, and alas, the pressure for the show is on.

In this week's episode, Vince is awakened to the panic of some "thing" that went bump in the night, while Arnold, the boys' "guard dog" is un-phased by the disturbance. I'm unphased too, for now...

Elsewhere, Eric's first day at Murray Berenson is packed with stimulating dialogue, and I'm officially a fan of George Segal. He runs the place with a brash brand of unforgiving honesty and cynicism, yet he still seems to show genuine care for the business and for the people who make it successful.

Then, the show suddenly takes an interesting turn. Wait, is that Bob Saget?

Now, I don't know about you, but I was taken aback by THIS Bob Saget's personal mojometer. It was pretty much the size of a Cadillac Escalade and I like it! (cue my "Yeah Bob!" shout to the TV).

Saget is the man, and this is NOT "Full House" version either. This alter-ego is like Bob Saget "remixed". Let's call this guy "Bobby Saget". He's slick and a likable tad bit full of himself, laying down the law for exactly what HE sees as the benefit of having HIM for a client.

Meanwhile, another show newcomer, cocky agent/insecure hotshot Scotty Lavin (aka Scott Caan of the "Ocean's Eleven" franchise) tries to woo him and Bobby's not feeling him in the least.

Simply put: Wow. These two Entourage rookies actually bring new flavor to the episode. When you throw in a third new player with a solid contribution from studio exec Dan Coakley (Matt Letscher), his masterfully executed torture of Johnny Drama has me on-board with this new trifecta.

These three fresh faces look promising and I think the show got it right with these guys. I'm not certain exactly how much Bobby Saget we'll get, but Scotty Lavin's newly-minted rivalry with E should be entertaining. Drama's "fury-turned-groveling" unto Dan Coakley was a somewhat entertaining train wreck that shouldn't have cost me any Drama "respect" points, but it did and I'm not sure what side-effects I'll experience as I see Drama in future episodes.

Rounding the show out, Vince's need for security at the hands of a possible stalker made for a compelling lead-in to next week. As for me, I was happy with the show this week. I'm excited to see how things move from here, but wait a second...Where's all my underwear?

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Last week's episode left many pondering the lasting power our beloved "Entourage" still has. Some wondered if the show had actually lost its mojo, and if it seemed to be getting stale.

As I read through last week's comments, I found that to be the most common message, and I was on the fence. I still think it's a great show with great characters and compelling story lines, but I do think there are some moments that are just not that impressive this season.

This week's episode began with Johnny Drama and Jamie-Lynn Sigler on set in a rainy scene that climaxed with a passionate kiss. Meanwhile, Turtle's gawk is just a few feet away. Yet, even as this sticky situation unfolded, I was indifferent.

As for the "mojo-meter"? Maybe a 1.5 so far. (By the way, this is NOT pronounced "mojo-meter," but rather like "Mo-Jommeter," as to sound authentically scientific.)

Next, the dialogue shifted to Eric's aftermath. Who can forget his tragic faux pas calling Ashley "Sloan" last week? He confesses to the crew, and they dutifully give him the business. However, I am still not impressed. Checking the "mojo-meter" again, it's pegging at a paltry 2.2.

A few minutes forward, and Ashley's hard stance on the "you called me 'Sloan' " tragedy continues. She was actually a likable, tough-as-nails girlfriend with a justified, bitter edge. In another patented "like/hate" Ashley moment, I actually began to empathize. This girl's all right. Then, in the blink of an eye, her concrete stance on the issue inexplicably crumbles in record time and things are back to normal? Not only am I NOT moved, I'm downright perplexed. The "mojo-meter" is dying on this episode fast. It's a flatline. I've got nothing.

Is "Entourage" actually becoming (gulp) lame?

Then, something magical happened. As if someone had wheeled in the "mojo defibrillator," the scene shifted to the Miller-Gold agency, and Marlo Klein's voice instantly pierced the place like nails on a chalkboard. Mrs. Klein darts in with a crazed look in her eye, hurling expletives left, right, north and south. Jami Gertz seemed to be cast exactly for this moment, making it seem all too real with her brilliant, maddening shrillness echoing through the offices. Her chaotic trail culminates in Ari's office with him getting an earful for his part in the proverbial crime.

At that point, I spoke aloud to nobody in particular (don't judge): "Now THIS is the episode we've been waiting for!"

From that moment on, the episode was dotted with a few highs like Drama's snooping on Jamie-Lynn's lunch with his boss. Hopefully, this new character's introduction will bear fruit in future episodes. I also hope everyone caught Drama's priceless "pseudo-Unabomber" look as he tailed Turtle's girl with the savvy network exec who has a reputation for closing "other" sorts of deals with actresses. If not, rewind the TiVo. That laugh is on me.

By the end of the show, a nice amount of momentum was in place for next week - and the mojo-meter was jumping again. As for me, I'm officially paying attention.

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This week's episode dives in right where Eric's love life continues its awkward, inconvenient path. His relationship with Ashley seems to be warming, while the glacier that was this "thing" with Sloan continues to melt. More on that a bit later.

The show clocked in at a svelte 23 minutes, but despite it being a bit leaner than the others this season, there were some pretty laughable lines.

Last week, one of our readers wished for more of Vince's publicist Shauna in future episodes, and I concur. You can always count on Shauna to open up a fresh can of "sassy" on any and all who cross her, and her quips are instant classics. However, if we're making wish lists, please for the love of Peter, Paul and Mary... May I please have more Jeffrey Tambor?

Straight from his announcement of "Who are you to judge me, agent-scum?" I was totally checked into Tambor's part in the show. When you throw in the Tambor family's proficient use of the F-word in perfect rhythm, the pairing with Ari for the celebrity golf event was chock full of funny.

I don't recall many of Ari's clients having him in such an uncomfortable grip such as Tambor's, but then again, as the situation with Mrs. Ari loomed, we witnessed him suffering plenty. Of course, that ends with taking it out on our beloved Lloyd. Stay strong brother.

Meanwhile, New York Giants' fans would have shed a tear for the way Turtle "kept it real" with Tom Brady. That is, of course, until the Patriots' quarterback mentioned "his affinity for Jamie-Lynn Sigler", "you guys should come over sometime" and "Gisele's cooking" in rapid succession. From then on, Turtle's small case of "guy love" for Brady blossomed quickly into a full-on "man crush". Funny, but sad and unsettling.

This was by no means my favorite episode of the season, but it had its moments. Speaking of which, E's awkward love life only gets more off-balance as he commits the most heinous of relationship felonies: the dreaded "wrong name call". It was excruciating to watch as the episode ended with E's casually disastrous "sorry Sloan" as Ashley makes her way past him to pour more wine. I actually turned away from the TV as the ending credits rolled.

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Let's begin right at the point where Andrew Klein's dignity goes "buh-bye" and he officially reaches the level of "schmuck emeritus."

Can we talk about a guy falling face down? Good grief, Charlie Brown. I know the forecasts in this blog have called for "cloudy with NO chance for this meatball," but Andrew Klein has delivered beyond my wildest dreams.  We can talk about a guy being hated in record time, but the interesting thing about this is his personal/professional implosion hasn't even fully blossomed yet.  Last night's stage one was just awful. Stage two? EPIC.

I expect this story line to play itself out until the bitter end with Klein doing something in the neighborhood of spontaneously combusting in the Miller-Gold offices. It's going to get uglier. Stay tuned for the aforementioned stage two.

As for the rest of the show, a few different angles were covered well.  We got to see more Johnny Drama this week with his "love interest testing" and the perfectly chosen music tracks that accompanied each scene. The timing was outstanding and every song was downright euphoric.

Also, we were given a dose of Eric and Ashley's "midday office tryst." I must admit, Ashley's emergence as a character is confusing and "wrinkles my forehead," if you will. It feels like she's likable for a moment, but then I smack myself for such a thought and all is well once again.

Meanwhile, the sad, comical concept of Turtle school shopping can be summed up simply with the sight of him in argyle. Argyle? Really?

And, as usual, EVERY Ari Gold scene was compelling and great to watch. Jeremy Piven's mastery of this character seems to enter another stratosphere each season and this one is no exception.

By the way, I have made a personal note to tell anyone who asks if they can talk to me to "remind me who they are" all day today. I'll let you know how that goes.

Sloan is set to return for next week's show. She's booked the boys to play in a golf tournament with Tom Brady and "Marky Mark" Wahlberg. Now that should be interesting.

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Dear friends and loved ones,

If I don’t receive a Ferrari AND a Porsche for my next birthday, I'll know you don't really care about me.

Love,
Dereyck

I really think I'm catching on to this season's formula. Basically, episode 3 of "Entourage" sought to connect us to Turtle, similar to last week's episode focusing on Eric.

It was a closer look at the Turtle world within Vince's world. First of all, the shot of his closet gave me goosebumps. And to answer your question, yes. Yes, I was screaming like a little girl when he opened the door and revealed the shoe compartment resembling his own private "Sneaker-Macy's". Hands over my mouth? Indeed. Verklempt you say? Certainly.

Next, the disrespect Turtle endured from both his mother (from the salon) and 50 Cent (from the convertible Rolls Royce) only fueled more fandom. I was openly rooting for Turtle like I knew him, and those luxury cars (cars plural, as in "TWO") he received as gifts couldn't have gone to a nicer guy. I think I actually slapped myself five when he got the second one.

However, the BEST moment of the episode came via who else? Ari Gold.

Ari's impromptu lecture to Turtle may seem typical, but after a quick rewind on the Tivo, I heard the detail in this sermon that climaxed with his sincere lament of his fear of having to give the exact same speech to his son, "which wouldn't help him and he'd just end up doing heroin on the street with the two Coreys." It was hilarious, thoughtful dialogue and killer word-play delivered per his usual. But more than that, I was glad to see Ari's emergence as a sage to Eric and Turtle.

Since all is in perfect balance in the universe, be sure to tune in to next week's episode as the predicted Andrew Klein implosion should be front and center.

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