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As if life won't be difficult enough for hard-won meal ticket Dannielynn Birkhead, now comes news that she's cross-eyed, and her father, Lawrence Birkhead, is wary of corrective surgery.

"I'm going to do everything to make sure that it's corrected," says Birkhead, "but having lost Anna and [her son] Daniel and my dad – my dad just came out of a simple surgery and he died – it's just tough for me to think about surgeries with [Dannielynn]."

How did her eyes even get like that? Not, swears Larry, through any fault of Dannielynn's pill-popping late mother, Anna Nicole Smith. "…I point-blank [asked] every single doctor, 'Could any medications that Anna was on have caused this?'" said the too-blond man, "And they said that it's more likely that a genetic reason could have caused it."

We suppose that's good news, but perhaps Larry was barking up the wrong vice:

The eye is a sensitive indicator of the adverse effects of environmental agents, and the ocular abnormalities observed in children with [fetal alcohol syndrome] indicate that the developing eye is particularly affected by alcohol. The external signs include short palpebral fissures, telecanthus, epicanthus, blepharoptosis, microphthalmos and strabismus.

Jan 14, 2008 · posted by Cord Jefferson, MollyGood · Link · 81 Responses
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    No. 1 blah says:

    I always thought there was something strange looking about this kids eyes. I could definately see a bit of a wonky-eye in the making. It's sad too, but hopefully it's one of those cross-eye conditions that can be corrected with glasses. I think Demi Moore had to wear special glasses for a few years as a child to correct her cross eyes.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:01 pm
    No. 2 Kitchy says:

    It can just be a weak muscle. I wouldn't go straight to surgery either.

    I'd be AMAZED if that child came out completely unscathed, though.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:03 pm
    No. 3 nonanners says:

    Ha aha ha haaaa!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:04 pm
    No. 4 jujubees says:

    My son had something like that too but it was easily fixed, like Demi. My son is just like Demi more. I hope he doesn't have potato head kids. I don't know if I could love a potato head.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:06 pm
    No. 5 blah says:

    juju - at least you have Demi and not Rumer. Bright side babe, look at the bright side.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:12 pm
    No. 6 blah says:

    oh wait, I read that wrong. nevermind.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:13 pm
    No. 7 blah says:

    I think as long as he doesn't have a love child with Bruce Willis things should be ok.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:13 pm
    No. 8 Kitchy says:

    She's not cross-eyed, by the way. That's when both eye muscles are weak. She has only one eye that turns in.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:15 pm
    No. 9 blah says:

    I don't know how you can inject yourself with horse tranquilizers and all the meds she was on and expect your kid to NOT have any issues. If this is it then that child hit the genetic "dodge a bullet" lottery.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:17 pm
    No. 10 jujubees says:

    Obviously nobody should have a love child with Bruce.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:22 pm
    No. 11 Cord Jefferson, MollyGood says:

    "Strabismus, more commonly known as cross-eyed or wall-eyed, is a vision condition in which a person can not align both eyes simultaneously under normal conditions."

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:23 pm
    No. 12 Kitchy says:

    My apologies. Your link in the original post defined it differently.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:28 pm
    No. 13 Kitchy says:

    Oops, no it didn't. I read the first paragraph's definition and blanked on the second reference.

    Sorry about that.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:29 pm
    No. 14 Trixie says:

    Is this the same as "lazy eye"? I'm too lazy to look it up myself.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:33 pm
    No. 15 maria says:

    What's the matter Trixie, you don't know what palpebral fissures, telecanthus, epicanthus, blepharoptosis, microphthalmos, and strabismus mean?

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:35 pm
    No. 16 jujubees says:

    Seriously, a first grader knows that shit. Duhhhh. I'm about to go and perform some lasik right now.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:41 pm
    No. 17 Kitchy says:

    Really, Trixie. What kind of idiot would get that kind of thing wrong??

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:42 pm
    No. 18 Trixie says:

    You're right, I should totally know better. I dissected a sheep's eye in 7th grade. Ms. Patrick would be so disappointed.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:45 pm
    No. 19 tlatzoteotl says:

    Then again, some of us are just unlucky. My mother is extremely anti-drug and anti-alcohol, yet I was born with a lazy left eye. Surgery corrected it, and there were no complications. In fact, I'd been wearing glasses starting at age 4, and when the surgery was done at age 6 I didn't have to wear them again for another year. I remember that day very clearly. I was told to count down from 10, and my next memory is waking up in a hospital room. I think I went home the same day, and there was never any pain or any visible sign whatsoever that I'd even had surgery besides the IV stuck in my arm. That was 23 years ago. Hopefully if it turns out she really needs the surgery he'll be able to trust her opthamologist enough to allow them to operate.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:46 pm
    No. 20 janice says:

    Whatever. Lazy eyes are the new DUI.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:48 pm
    No. 21 Lisa(#1) says:

    What the fuck is up with Cord recently. First no "Best, Cord" and now no "@ Offender who disagreeed with me"! For shame!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:57 pm
    No. 22 lale says:

    I'm guessing that, unless this kid is already sipping the Methadone, the operation would work out just fine. Blah's right- it did wonders for Demi Moore's career. That kid was a cross-eyed ug in a trailer park before she rose to fame for her stunning performances on soap operas and cinematic masterpieces like The Butcher's Wife.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:58 pm
    No. 23 Kitchy says:

    There's simply no sport in it anymore, Lisa. Alas, the fun, it is gone.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 2:59 pm
    No. 24 janice says:

    Be nice, Lisa. Cord is depressed. He's really sad that Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place got cancelled. All those jokes, all the good times, gone… poof! It's like losing a best friend, and a lover, all at once.

    Stay strong, Cord.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:01 pm
    No. 25 cooter says:

    I dont know, I'm thinking Cord is starting to have feelings for the hags. He cares.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:05 pm
    No. 26 Kitchy says:

    REYNOLDS!!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:05 pm
    No. 27 Lisa(#1) says:

    Like at first I thought it was like, "you guys are so stoopid. I hate you. Ha ha ha." Now I am begining to think it is all, "no, you are a fucking moron. I wish you were sterile."

    I may have to start a boycott at Wal-mart or something.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:07 pm
    No. 28 jujubees says:

    I think I see what's happening. He's not spending as much time with us as he used to and now it's like his grades are slipping. These are the first signs of trouble.

    He's drinking the nyquil and he thinks Ben Stiller movies are funny. It's time for an intervention.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:25 pm
    No. 29 deimos says:

    yeah, there has to be something seriously wrong to think the heartbreak kid is funny. do you need a hug cord? i'll hug you and we can talk about our problems over some ben and jerry's.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:33 pm
    No. 30 EsquaredMom says:

    I've been reading the comments for a long time and was too scared to actually participate. Somehow, when I had finally managed to get over my debilitating fear, my very first comment got a response from Cord. Thank Xenu, no Best, or I would have been scarred for life and never returned.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:46 pm
    No. 31 deimos says:

    there's nothing better than a best. i've never gotten a best but i imagine it's very rewarding.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:50 pm
    No. 32 EsquaredMom says:

    Oh, deimos, then what you're saying is I have failed and there are no halfsies? Does this mean I have to try harder? I really hate making an effort at anything as I'm just a fat, lazy housewife who does nothing all day but spend my husband's money. And beat my children.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 3:55 pm
    No. 33 lale says:

    Esquared, you'll know you've arrived when you are passed over for a Commie.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:04 pm
    No. 34 Lisa(#1) says:

    Speaking of…
    What do you think the chances are? I think it is part of Cord's nefarious plan to take away everything we love (about this site).

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:07 pm
    No. 35 deimos says:

    yeah, being passed over for a commie means you are an offical hag. i haven't gotten a commie in months, i trying to take away kitchy's former title of longest streak without a commie. speaking of commies it is monday…

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:08 pm
    No. 36 deimos says:

    if he wanted to take away everything we love about this site he would have to start being really nice to us all the time for no reason, we hags love our grumpy cord.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:10 pm
    No. 37 EsquaredMom says:

    Hmm, that means I actually have to try to come up with clever and witty things so that I won't win any Commies. Or, I can just type 15 paragraphs of nonsense because I've noticed those usually win. I'm off to plagiarize from Perez Hilton.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:11 pm
    No. 38 jujubees says:

    I've gotten 3 so far. He gives you a bone every once in awhile to keep you excited. But then witholds the love. I got a spanking with no best.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:14 pm
    No. 39 Lily the Pink says:

    Given her mother, I believe the term most applicable here is "cock-eyed".

    Someone had to say it.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:17 pm
    No. 40 cooter says:

    Was it good for you juju?

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:17 pm
    No. 41 deimos says:

    you can do it EM, i believe in you.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:17 pm
    No. 42 jujubees says:

    I think of it daily. that means I need to get out more. But I like to roll like Esquared.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:18 pm
    No. 43 EsquaredMom says:

    jujubees, well, if you're a fat housewife like me, then "roll" is how you get around.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:21 pm
    No. 44 jujubees says:

    I exercise a lot so I'm on the thin side, or I'd have to take the adderall But the rest of it is pretty much the same.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:24 pm
    No. 45 Lisa(#1) says:

    Anyone seen ET? Good thing she left before she saw the decline of our civilization:
    1) No Recent Comments
    2) No Bestings
    3) No Commies?
    Oh the humanity!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:25 pm
    No. 46 Lily the Pink says:

    EsquaredMom, you can't be both lazy AND beat your kids. Beating people requires initiative and energy.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:31 pm
    No. 47 deimos says:

    my life would be empty if he took commies away, i would have to go to new york and give him a drive by assing.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:32 pm
    No. 48 EsquaredMom says:

    Well, I was joking about the fat thing, too. Not that I'm skinny but I definitely don't roll around. Yet. But the rest I meant, especially the beating of my children. At least twice a day, and once on Sundays, since it's the Lord's Day and all and I need the rest.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:33 pm
    No. 49 Lily the Pink says:

    I exercise and only breathe diet air that I buy from Janice.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:34 pm
    No. 50 EsquaredMom says:

    Lily the Pink, thank you for spoiling my fun. How about I'm lazy EXCEPT when my children require beating? See above.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:34 pm
    No. 51 Lisa(#1) says:

    I'm too lazy to have my own kids to beat. But when I am feeling extra sprightly - say after my 4th fappakeeno - I beat other people's kids. I bet I could slap Dannilynn's eye straight.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:36 pm
    No. 52 Lily the Pink says:

    EsquaredMom, the Bible says "He that spareth his rod hateth his son." It's not nice to hate your kids on the Lord's day. You should at least smack them on the back of the head a couple times. Otherwise you'll ruin their self-esteem.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:38 pm
    No. 53 blah says:

    Lily - the cock-eyed comment is Commie gold. I've stayed home all day in anticipation of reading them (not really, I just had a "fuck work" day). Instead I stayed home, made home made ice cream and watched Golden Girls. It's been more rewarding than you know.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:38 pm
    No. 54 deimos says:

    i'm awarding you with a commie for that one lisa, that was great.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:39 pm
    No. 55 EsquaredMom says:

    Lisa, do you rent yourself out? Come on over, I've got a couple of kids that you can take out your frustrations on.

    Lily, thanks, I'll remember that. I'll have to make an extra effort so they feel loved and embraced, no matter what day of the week it is.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:40 pm
    No. 56 Lisa(#1) says:

    EM: Imagine how loved they will feel knowing you hired someone to beat them. I work pretty cheap - $25 a beating. I am like a domanatrix, but less fun!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:42 pm
    No. 57 deimos says:

    when i want to punish my step brother i just chase him around with a picture of pete dorety. true story.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:44 pm
    No. 58 EsquaredMom says:

    And maybe I can hire you to beat my husband, too, Lisa? He likes dominatrices but I'm so tired after beating my kids I don't have the energy for him. Hey, that's probably why my boobs don't help tone my abs- clearly more is required than just lying there and asking: "Are you done yet?"

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:50 pm
    No. 59 blah says:

    Beating your kids is hard work, but you have responsibilities to own up to. It's not like they don't deserve it. Spice it up, get a hangar, a wooden spoon, an asp. Keep it interesting.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:52 pm
    No. 60 jujubees says:

    I like to make my kids hitchhike up to starbucks to get me my damn frapps. Until they deliver, it's my only option. I also like to hire the Burger King to babysit them. They have many "issues".

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:54 pm
    No. 61 EsquaredMom says:

    Well, my 8 year old is supposed to be in school most of the day, and the 2 year old gets lost on the way to Tim Hortons (I'm Canadian), so sending them out for my Iced Cappuccinos usually results in a call from the school or from the police.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:57 pm
    No. 62 blah says:

    I don't have kids, but I rent them out from the nannies around here. All the kids parents are wealthy and it's not like the nannies speak English or anything. I take the kiddo's down to Taco Bell to show them the rough side of town.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:57 pm
    No. 63 lale says:

    17th bitches!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 4:58 pm
    No. 64 cooter says:

    I dont have little skillets either but I'm willing to beat other peoples children free of charge. I can shake a baby like no one else.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:00 pm
    No. 65 jujubees says:

    I hate when they rat you out to the cps. Snitches! Wahhh, my mom makes me cook dinner. Being 3 is not a good excuse.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:01 pm
    No. 66 Lily the Pink says:

    My Mollygood reverie was just broken by two co-workers talking outside my office door. All I heard was "…my cow getting attacked by a tiger and man, he had fire balls, like real fire balls…" and I thought that was an extremely odd conversation, then I realized I had just been contemplating how one would beat their kid with an asp, or if you were meant to get it to bite your kids, and if Lisa could create a sliding scale based on the size of the person she beats.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:01 pm
    No. 67 EsquaredMom says:

    Exactly, juju! Who cares about the burns? Suck it up, Princess.

    Lily, I too was wondering how you would use an asp to beat someone. Am I missing something? Other than my bottle of wine. I sent that kid to the liquor store an hour ago, dammit!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:09 pm
    No. 68 deimos says:

    commies are up!

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:09 pm
    No. 69 Lisa(#1) says:

    Re asp: I think either you whip them with it OR (and this is my personal fave) put the asp and the child on a sumo mat, but surround the area with precariously perched instruments of doom and harm - so as they jump away from the asp when it strikes(an asp is a type of cobra right? because for this to work the asp needs to strike) they bump into pointy objects and a stack of chipped plates falls on their heads.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:19 pm
    No. 70 jujubees says:

    Asp beating sounds hardcore. I think those are poisonous.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 5:40 pm
    No. 71 blah says:

    An asp is like a police baton only worse. It even sounds mean doenst it? Asp…(shiver)

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 6:51 pm
    No. 72 jujubees says:

    I will be your ass with an asp. I someone said that to me while I was holding an asp, I wouldn't be sure what the hell was going to happen.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 7:02 pm
    No. 73 blah says:

    Sounds very "Pulp Fiction" me juju. I'd be wary of gimp mask.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 9:10 pm
    No. 74 jujubees says:

    I would hope Bruce Willis would show up and save my ass. But I hope I wouldn't be so grateful I'd have an ugly love child with him.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 9:15 pm
    No. 75 queencrone says:

    Amatuers, I got my kids to beat themselves, back in the day. And they became better people because of it. We all did it that way.

    Flagellators during the black plague had nothing,
    NOTHING on us.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 11:13 pm
    No. 76 queencrone says:

    I drank beer in my spare time.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 11:16 pm
    No. 77 queencrone says:

    Kids today are so spoiled and pampered.

    Posted: Jan 14, 2008 at 11:40 pm
    No. 78 COCO-COCKS-ARQUETTE says:

    Nothing worst than a wonk!!

    Posted: Jan 15, 2008 at 12:22 am
    No. 79 jujubees says:

    I love a good drunken late night post. I need to sleep less so I can be here with the Queen is.

    Posted: Jan 15, 2008 at 9:38 am
    No. 80 belicoso says:

    I am almost in disbelief that Larry Birkhead would sell a story about his own daughter's disability to Entertainment Tonight. Is nothing sacred anymore? I'm not sure who is more irresponsible here, him or ET. When Dannielynn is older does anyone think she is going to appreciate this having been broadcast on national television?

    Posted: Jan 16, 2008 at 4:41 pm
    No. 81 irene says:

    i was born crossed eyed and ive had glasses for my whole life..and 2 weeks before my 16th birthday i had surgery bc i was haing a sweet sixteen and i didnt want my eye crossing with my contacts in the pics everything came out good thank god<3

    Posted: Jan 19, 2008 at 5:42 pm
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