Madonna's shock-and-awe strategy
Only a cynic would believe that Madonna's plans to be lowered on a cross as part of a concert performance in Rome was designed as a cheap publicity stunt.
Right?
Rome's Catholic, Muslim and Jewish leaders have united to condemn the Material Older Woman's decision to stage the mock-crucifixion when she performs near Vatican City Sunday night.
As she goes not so gently into her 40s, the diva's latest irreverent performance involves her wearing a fake crown of thorns and descending on a suspended cross as part of her worldwide "Confessions Tour."
The only controversy Madonna may truly fear is doing something outrageous some day and no one paying attention.
It doesn't get any easier. Part of her challenge this time: Mel Gibson's big mouth.
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