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"That's somebody else's fantasy."

—Australian über-talent, Emmy winner and general sassy broad Toni Collette, when we asked her backstage what she thought of the notion of cougar-ism.

Fellow Emmy winner Jessica Lange even did Collette one better: "What's a cougar?" Totally deadpanned.

Love the broads who are doin' it for themselves without stereotypical (and sexist) pigeonholing!

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"The bigger prankster? I got a little bit more mischievous vibe from Pitt, so that would be my guess. He's kind of always looking for trouble."

—The Office and Inglourious Basterds star B.J. Novak (who is totally cute, real-man awesome, btw) when we asked him who was a bigger prankster on set, Steve Carell or Brad Pitt

We're a little surprised that Steve's all business at work, but can't say we're too shocked about Brad having some fun tricks up his sleeve. Like, his love life's kinda all trouble, right? No way can you live with Angelina Jolie and not pick up some crafty moves.

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Robert Pattinson may be in high demand, but it's not coming from the people over at 30 Rock. Even though Tina Fey's NBC hit is arguably one of the most popular shows on television, they have no interest in one of the most popular actors of the moment.

We chatted with Emmy-winner Alec Baldwin about possibly bringing Rob onboard his hit show (remember, we're all about making Pattinson branch out from his Twilight roots). Surely Alec's teenage daughter, Ireland, has fallen under Rob's spell...right?

So would Baldwin push for a guest spot for R.P.?

"Uh...I don't know," Alec 'fessed, so not into the idea. "I'm sure shows like Desperate Housewives want him. There's no shortage of opportunities for him. But our writers don't write for stars, with one exception, and that would be Oprah."

Oh, Alec, love ya, but you have no idea the fury you have just unleashed! Especially since backstage, we found 30 Rock execs pitching other stars the opportunity to come on the show, as they were doing to...

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"To those who are complaining that Ellen isn't right for Idol, I say she is. Because she has heart. And that's what that show's about."

—Emmys winner and standout musical artist herself (not to mention upcoming American Idol contributor) Kristin Chenoweth, when we asked about the shocking choice of DeGeneres as a replacement judge for Paula Abdul

True enough, I suppose, but we're still gonna miss Abdul's green eye shadow, not to mention kooky comebacks—and Ellen can certainly take care of the latter, just not the former.

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"Oh man...oh, wow. Are you serious? That's what people want? I just don't know! I don't think I can answer that yet! That's just a whole different thing, man, I don't know, man."

—The incredibly delicious Jon Hamm when we told him there was a fan-demand for much more Hamm. We asked Jon if he'd ever consider doing full-frontal nudity (heaven knows we see enough boobs) and Jon's bashful and evasive response makes us want him more!

The secret to Jon's rugged sexiness, besides the fact he's one of the few butch stars left in Hollywood, is that he's just a tad mysterious. The Mad Men hunk truly doesn't think he deserves a heartthrob title which seriously makes him that much sexier...don't you all think?

Peep more hotties from the Emmy's in our Arrivals gallery!

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"No, I don't think we have it harder. There are a lot of really powerful women now who have proven themselves and have risen to the top. Look at the executives. We need more directors, but the ones who are working now are brilliant. I think as a woman, often you'll be underestimated, but that's even more of a reason to prove yourself."

—House star and resident hottie Olivia Wilde, when we asked her if she thinks women have it harder in the entertainment business

We totally dig Olivia. She's gorgeous, obviously, but she's one of the more well-spoken chicks in town. We still heart the deliciously crafty Megan Fox, but with all her vagina-power-type quotes, we think there might, perhaps, be a better way to articulate female power. Enter Olivia Wilde.

When will we see these two babes share a screen?

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"I would have put a forearm to his cheek."

—Jeff Probst, when we asked the hosting Emmy winner backstage just what he'd like to do with mic-grabbing upstart Kanye West

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Stephen Moyer hanging out in supergood spirits at the HBO Emmys afterparty, even though True Blood got totally snubbed nomination-wise.

Stephen looked absolutely divine in a fitted black tux, with his Bill Compton-esque hair a smidge lighter than usual. But where was Anna Paquin? His on- and offscreen lovah was noticeably absent from the show, and party, but don't worry—there is no trouble in human-vampire paradise.

When asked where Anna was, S.M. responded in his delicious British accent, "Oh, she just had a prior engagement." Must not have had anything to do with her real engagement to Moyer, but either way glad this couple can hang apart.

Just because HBO is True Blood territory doesn't mean some Twilighters didn't show up...

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 Alec Baldwin won for the third consecutive year at the Emmy's for Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, but is he sweeping up in his love life like he is in his career?

We know we've been one to give Mr. B a bit of a hard time here, but we must admit, for some reason we're starting to dig the mature Baldwin. Maybe it's 'cause we're totally into the show 30 Rock and his character, Jack Donaghy, but recently Alec is, dare we say, attractive?

Embracing your age, instead of running from it, is a turn-on, and it's something we think A.B. could give his former 30 Rock guest star Jennifer Aniston a few pointers on.

Since she so obviously chooses the wrong men, we thought we'd intervene for a quick sec. We grabbed Alec and asked if he would ever date Jen (after all, they did lip lock a few times on TV).

You must check out A's response:

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