Today is not just your typical Thursday, oh no. This Thursday is particularly special. Why?  It’s Channing Tatum’s 32nd birthday! Our delicious hunk of a man turns  32, and though he does not look a day past 25, we still wanted to celebrate in the proper way. I thought about a few things that I could do to celebrate the birth of such a beautiful man, but baking a cake, throwing a party, and flying to LA to stalk his life seemed silly.

I also wanted to celebrate with all of you (and we all can’t fly to LA and stalk!). So I finally came to the decision that the best way we can all revel in Channing Tatum Day is to look at sexified pictures of Channing from over the years. 32 pictures for every year that this beautiful man has walked the planet earth! I tried to find every shirtless one I could! (You’re welcome.) So happy birthday, Mr. Tatum! You made today just a little bit brighter!

Are you guys excited to see The Vow? I’ve heard some of my friends say they’re hesitant because all “these type” of movies end the same way. Well here’s the gist with The Vow: A man and his wife get into a horrible car accident, she wakes up with amnesia and he has to make her fall in love with him again. Sounds like The Notebook, right? But it does have Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum. That alone makes it worth a trip to the movies. And I hear the movie ends in a way that we wouldn’t quite expect. Since I haven’t seen it yet, I can only guess about how things turn out. Here are a few possible scenarios I’ve come up with.

1. The Bourne Vow. Rachel McAdams’ character doesn’t remember any of her past life, but she has badass fighting skills and multiple fake identities, a la The Bourne Identity. She sets off on an epic quest to take down the corrupt government agency that trained and then abandoned her. This leaves Channing Tatum confused but strangely aroused.

2. The Vow of Lies. Channing Tatum planned the car accident. He was cheating on Rachel McAdams with a younger woman, and they were planning on robbing a bank and running away together. He had to set up the car accident so she couldn’t turn him in. Think Law & Order on this one. McAdams miraculously regains her memory in the last five minutes of the movie and turns him in.

3. The Double Vow. Rachel McAdams has secretly been leading a double life. She actually has two families, complete with husbands, houses, kids, etc. In reality, she remembers everything, but she pretends to have amnesia to escape her messy situation. She runs away to the Caiman Islands. Eventually, Channing Tatum and the other husband figure everything out, but they don’t blame each other. Instead, they move in together and raise all the kids as one family.

4. The Star Vow. Rachel McAdams wakes up and thinks she is Ke$ha. Channing Tatum loves her so much that he sits patiently while she teases her hair, cakes on eyeliner, and buys huge amounts of glitter. She and her family go on tour. Her kids are a little embarrassed, but she builds up a fan base and becomes a millionaire. Happily ever after.

5. (500) Days of the Vow. Despite his best efforts – and his rock hard abs – Channing Tatum cannot make Rachel McAdams fall back in love with him. Eventually, they break up and Rachel starts dating someone else. But in the last five minutes of the movie, Channing meets a new girl and they live happily ever after. He and Rachel remains friends.

Stick a fork in me, I’m done. Channing Tatum hosted Saturday Night Live last night. While SNL has had some pretty funny sketches lately, I thought last night’s episode was hilarious. Maybe I was distracted by Channing’s beautiful, chiseled jaw line and bulging biceps. Or maybe the show’s season is finally picking up speed. Channing’s former career as a stripper was spoofed, along with some politicians, an open-shirted Channing as Matthew McConaughey and Lana del Rey, who bombed her performance in January. Whether you think this episode is funny or not, you don’t want to miss out on the multiple instances of Channing’s hip thrusts and lip licking.

And I just think everyone needs to see Channing Tatum rip his shirt off…

Caitlin is a senior at the University of Alabama who has an obsession with cupcakes, coffee, and Harry Potter. She always has random fun facts on reserve and aspires to be a professional blogger,social media bug, and/or James Franco’s assistant. Follow her fabulous life @caitlincorsetti. You’re welcome!

 Channing Tatum will appear in the February 2012 issue of Details magazine. Shirtless, obviously.

There should definitely be an orgasm 101 class. Or you can just read this.

 Every college girl needs a few tips for nabbing the perfect internship.

Hold onto your valuables, Lindsay Lohan has a new modeling job booked.

If you’re having a bad day, here are some pandas to look at.

 Some tips for ways to win fights with your dude.

The Jason Wu for Target accessories are looking so good.

Yes, there is a space between “sex all the time” and “religious abstinence.”

I think all Dads are notorious for saying ridiculous things.

So if you’re our fan of CollegeCandy on Facebook, you’ve most likely already seen the 25 dudes Men’s Fitness’ named most fit. If you haven’t, here you go. (Hell, even if you already looked through that photo album 10 times, it’s worth giving it another once over….You know I’m right.)

Anyone who spends 5 minutes flipping through all those abs and arms knows that Men’s Fitness did a pretty good job making their choices. That being said, when I finally got to the end (after I had to take a break halfway through to take a cold shower), I couldn’t help but notice a few glaring omissions from this list. I mean, how can you have what is essentially a “best body” list without Taylor Lautner?

WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS WORLD?

So I decided to take it upon myself to fill in the gaps for those guys over at Men’s Fitness. Below, the ten fit/muscley/wash-your-sexy-undies-on-their-rock-hard-abs guys they seemed to have forgotten about. Oh, and let us know if we left anyone off. We’d hate to miss a muscle.

You’re worth more than casual sex

10 best foods to eat on your period

Channing Tatum is hot hot hot

Things that make me smile

Cee-Lo’s new song is uh…weird

7 reasons pro-lifers should support planned parenthood

Not Jude Law’s best look

Whatever, he’s still really hot

This was a weirdly normal thing for Gaga to do

Apparently while we’re still polishing off Thanksgiving leftovers, Hollywood’s already gearing up for 2011.  And they just announced the first pot-stirrer of the New Year: who’s nominated for February’s Grammy’s…and who isn’t.

Big Turkey Sandwich with All the Fixings

1. The full list of 2011’s Grammy Award Nominees has been announced.  And guess who’s leading the pack with noms? Uh, Eminem.  Following him with the most are Lady Gaga (duh), Jay-Z, and Bruno Mars.  Because none of us are sick of hearing “Love the Way You Lie” and “Bad Romance” on the radio…

2. Oh no.  Could it be?  A preggers Jessica Simpson? Well, I guess that would explain the expedited wedding plans.

3. Jake and Taylor are still going strong. Swift showed Jakey around Nashville and they were quite the lovey-dovey pair.  Can someone remind me how big the age gap is here?  I’m a little confused as to how this is actually happening.  In other news, can’t wait til they break up and Taylor releases a tell-all song!

4. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion show once again proved that those little undies will never look as good on us as they do on a 5’11, 100 lb Brazilian model.  Such is life.  At least Katy Perry was there to give me a reason to get up and dance…and burn a few calories.

5. Lady Gaga has announced the first single off her new album will be released in February.  But what I’m really excited for is the music video.  She’s already conquered fake blood, cigarette sunglasses, and meat dresses.  Wonder how she’s going to raise the bar this time, Little Monsters.

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1. Channing Tatum has been selected to reprise Johnny Depp’s classic role in 21 Jump Street. The 80s TV show is going to be made into a movie and will also star Jonah Hill as Tatum’s high school crime-fighting partner.  Innnnteresting.

2. Love you some Vampire Diaries?  Well, you’re in luck because talks of a “companion show” are swirling.  Info’s currently limited, but it is said that the VD’s writers and producers will be working on the new show, too.

3. Dancing With The Stars is trying to get the First Dude of Alaska, Todd Palin, to trade in his snow boots for some dancing shoes next season.  No word yet as to whether he’ll accept the spot, but producers are gunning hard knowing he’ll do wonders for the ratings.

4.  Snoop Dogg recorded an “anthem” for Prince William’s bachelor party.  Of course he did.

5. Michael Douglas is said to be feeling better after receiving intensive treatment for throat cancer.  He’s even accepted a role as Liberace in an upcoming movie about the famed pianist.  What better way to show America you’ve recovered than by donning sequins and playing a guilded piano?

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This might be the most important “The Know” you will ever read.

Really, this piece of information is life changing.

I know on this website time and again we talk about how we should put in a little more effort for class, not roll out of bed in baggy sweats and at least put on jeans. But we all know that in the winter months even jeans seem like a lot of effort. Not to mention the uncomfortable factor of your jeans digging into you after weeks of late night pizza fests. Face it: there is nothing cute, comfortable OR put together about a muffin top.

It’s a mind boggling situation – how does one look put together yet still achieve maximum comfort?

Well, friends, I have finally found the answer. Someone Tweeted about this yesterday in jest, but Pajama Jeans are no joke to me. Much like Channing Tatum, Pandora’s Teen Pop station and chocolate chip muffins, Pajama Jeans make me believe in God.

You can wear these “jeans” to class, to a long night of studying, or even to a house party in the middle of the winter when the thought of squeezing into a pair of real jeans is just too much to bear. And when all the other girls are sitting uncomfortably, you can take comfort in being comfortable… and looking cute in the process.

It’s truly magnificent.

I know, I know – you love me.
Hell, after this discovery, I love me!

And, yes, it still counts if the gift is for you.

So, my lovely College Candies, let us reflect on the busy week that was:

As I found myself tearing up over the finale of Teen Mom, we closed the (drama-filled) season with one final question.

For some, something about blowing out candles post-graduation feels…a little disappointing.

Taylor Swift is getting really good at those acceptance speeches.  Don’t you think she could stop acting so surprised? It is getting a little old.

As Valentine’s Day gets closer and closer, we are left wondering why Average Joe didn’t let me breeze into the classroom first as he held the door open. Um, hello Romeo? Where art thou?

The Grammys did not seize to completely blow us away with some serious red carpet “uh whats?” and “oh wows.”

We learned the snow, cold temperatures, and dry skin may not be the only thing triggering those winter blues. Ok, so what gives?

Speaking of dry skin, my hair is starting to resemble a hay stack; these tips could help.

Superbowl Sunday is a hop, skip and gaining-ten-pounds-in-one-day away.  No thanks, nacho plate. But this? Yes, please.

Now that we are talking about football, food, and some quality new commercials, we have a little something else to keep things interesting during the big game.

Whew, that is a lot of good stuff. I believe a ‘Bachelor’ marathon is in the cards for my afternoon. Before the party anyway.

Be still my heart.

Chick-flicks have always been my favorite excuse for simultaneously whining and crying about my lack of a boyfriend, and also day-dreaming about improbable romantic movie scenes happening to me.

Even though we usually tear up (or start flat-out bawling, depending on your current romantic situation), no girl can resist the chick-flick. Or, more accurately, the dreamboat main characters that make our hearts swoon for 90 minutes (and then again when we watch the DVD alone on a Friday night and cry into a bowl of Thai food). Those boys are just so…perfect. And I can already tell – because I’ve watched the trailer 47 times – that John in Dear John is going to be the same way. I mean, he’s the quintessential bad boy with a heart (and rock hard abs). And have you seen him crying in the commercials?

I get all hot and bothered just thinking about it.

Which is almost the same reaction I have to these 10 mega-hunks – the hottest, sweetest, greatest and most adorable chick-flick leading men of all time. What girl wouldn’t fall in love with (and possibly have to change her pants after thinking about) these boys?

1. Johnny from Dirty Dancing

Really, all I should have to say is, “Nobody puts baby in a corner.” If that doesn’t do it, I don’t know what will. Johnny has to be one of the favorites in chick-flick history, because, seriously, who doesn’t want a tall, dark, handsome man who will love you no matter what your father says and can use his big, muscly arms to lift you over his head in a choreographed dance routine?

2. Patrick from 10 Things I Hate About You

Patrick is the bad guy that every girl wants to find, and it doesn’t hurt that he’s a total hottie. And then when he shows his sweet side? Sigh. I don’t know one girl who didn’t want to be in Kat’s angry shoes when Patrick skips across the bleachers singing ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You’ to her in front of the entire school.

3. Jack from the Titanic

Let’s face it, Jack was gorgeous even when he was shivering in the water with icicles hanging off his face. He was just so real, honest, respectful and knew how to make a woman feel beautiful and alive. Jack’s probably the only guy in the history of movies that proved it was better to have loved and lost than never loved at all. (He also makes girls like me want to use cliche lines about love, which says a lot.)

4. Landon from A Walk to Remember

I don’t know one girl who didn’t walk away from this movie not in love with Landon. We can’t help but fall for his bad guy act, and watching this opposite pair fall in love is too cute for words. Oh yeah, and he’s pretty hot, which makes me wonder – what ever happened to Shane West?

5. Noah from The Notebook

I am constantly amazed at how ‘The Notebook’ can make me cry like a baby no matter how many times I’ve seen it. And yeah, that’s pretty much all because of Noah. Even without the fact that he has classic chick-flick good looks, Noah’s passion for Allie is something that every girl dreams of experiencing. He loved her from the moment he met her, and for him, there was really never anyone else.

6. Lloyd from Say Anything

There’s nothing more adorable than a guy doing anything for love. And that includes holding up a radio, playing ‘In Your Eyes’ outside of the object of his affection’s room. A boom box has never been so romantic. And a nerd has never been more appealing.

7. Jonathan from Serendipity

A (very sexy) man who will try desperately to find the woman of his dreams even though he doesn’t know her last name? My god, who doesn’t want a guy like that? (Especially in a world where we can’t even get the boy we love to text us back!)

8. Danny from Grease

No matter how much we want to dislike Danny Zuko for being such a jerk to poor Sandy, we can’t. Maybe it’s the perfect hair, or the charming things he says, or maybe it’s all that black leather. Either way, Danny is the bad guy we all want to see turn good for the girl. And it doesn’t hurt that he can sing – I know I’m not the only girl who wanted to jump him after his sad song at the drive-in.

9. Edward from Pretty Woman

Sure, he picked up a hooker on the street, but he also made that hooker’s every dream come true. And showed her respect. And defended her. And was a perfect, sexy, rich gentleman the entire time. And after seeing her new wardrobe and blingin’ necklace, Edward made us all want to give hookin’ a try.

10. Emmett from Legally Blonde

I’m not usually one for a guy with a brief case and khakis, but Emmett just does something to me. Maybe it’s his brains or that cute floppy hair, or maybe it’s every girls’ desire to have someone who believes in them and supports them no matter what. Drool.