I find the tabloids' latest bombshell, the rumored affairbetween Madonna and Yankee third baseman Alex Rodriguez, aka A-Rod, interesting only because of the professions of those involved: mega-celebrity and star athlete.
Whether or not there is truth to the rumor (Madonna denied the allegationsin an official statement on Sunday), this illuminates the trend of Hollywood A-listers dating pro athletes. & nbsp;
Have leading men lost their mojo? Have musicians gotten musty?
Eva Longoria Parker is celebrating her one-year wedding anniversary with hoops star Tony Parker (check out our gallery!).
Eva and Tony
Gisele and QB Tom Bradyare possibly the most beautiful couple on the planet (sorry Brad and Angie).
Watch out Brangie! Tomele has arrived
Hilary Duff's romance with hockey star Mike Comrie continues to sizzle.
Kate Hudson and Lance Armstrong's "friendship" appears to be heating up.
Jessica Simpson and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romoare still going strong.
Jessica snuggles up to Tony
Victoria's Secret supermodel Adriana Lima was recently taken off the market by basketballer Marko Jaric.
What is it with athletes (besides their bods and bankroll)? Is their brand of celebrity less threatening to red carpet regulars? Are they in the limelight just enough, but not too much to overshadow the starlets? Or is it just a relief to date outside the industry? Or am I over-thinking this?!
