Actress Mena Suvari has followed in the footsteps of troubled star Britney Spears - she's shaved off her long blonde locks. The Caffeine star unveiled her new look while dining with friends at a Beverly Hills eatery - and her latest hairstyle bears an uncanny resemblance to Spears' buzz cut.


Two-time Oscar® winner Jane Fonda, Golden Globe winner Felicity Huffman and Lindsay Lohan star in Georgia Rule, a charming, heartwarming and entertaining film that explores the rocky and often humorous relationships between mothers and daughters.


British pop star Robbie Williams and soccer ace David Beckham are set to star in Desperate Housewives - as a gay couple, according to reports. The pair, who both currently reside in Los Angeles, are show creator Marc Cherry's top choices to play the best friends of another homosexual couple - the latest characters to move into Wisteria Lane.


Pop superstar Madonna's plans to complete the adoption process for baby David Banda have suffered a setback - because Malawian child welfare authorities can't afford the flight to the U.K.


LOS ANGELES (AP) - Marilyn Manson former keyboardist has sued the shock rocker, claiming he kept millions of dollars meant to be shared and bought items including a handbag owned by Hitler's girlfriend and a skeleton in a wheelchair.


LOS ANGELES (AP) - A man who died in a dog attack at the home of actor Ving Rhames was identified Saturday as Jacob Adams, 40, of Los Angeles.


LOS ANGELES (AP) - A day after Eddie Murphy confirmed that he is the father of Melanie Brown's baby, the former Spice Girl's lawyer complained that Murphy isn't accepting his parental responsibilities.


Adam Brody dislikes socializing with his O.C. co-star Benjamin McKenzie - because it makes him feel uncomfortable, like a "fictional person". Brody, who played McKenzie's character Ryan Atwood's surrogate brother Seth Cohen on the now-defunct TV show, is convinced strangers are laughing at them when the twosome are out in public.


Hollywood hunk Ryan Phillippe has denied reports he is giving his marriage with Reese Witherspoon another try after the couple were spotted lunching together. The couple split last October after six years of marriage and two children together.


Harry Potter star Emma Watson is dating a 16-year-old up-and-coming rugby player, according to reports. The 17-year-old actress was photographed enjoying a romantic break on the French Riviera with handsome sportsman Tom Ducker.


High School Musical star Zac Efron is calling on filmmakers to devise new musicals instead of remake old stories. Efron has recently appeared in the all-singing, all-dancing Hairspray and the High School Musical sequel is set to premiere later this month.


Rocker Peter Criss insists a full KISS reunion is unlikely - until band leaders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons agree to share the wealth. The drummer admits he was "distraught" when the last reunion ended badly with financial squabbles and bitterness - because he had hoped it would be a great chance to end the Kiss story.


U.S. property tycoon Donald Trump has reached out to Lindsay Lohan mother Dina, after previously advising the actress to "get a new set of parents" as part of her ongoing recovery.


British singer Amy Winehouse has vowed not to miss any more concerts, after she was chastised by her father for her "bad" behavior. The Rehab star has disappointed fans by canceling countless gigs this year, and she admits she still "gets into trouble" with her father Mitch, who has ordered her to stop canceling performances.


Filed under: Train Wrecks, Lindsay Lohan Uber-lawyer Gloria Allred wants divalicious disasters like Paris, Nicole and Lindsay to do the time for their crimes. Allred spoke with Chris Yandek at TheSportsInterview.com and came down hard on La Lohan. "Rehab cannot just be a stop in there for...
"Pursuit of Happyness" star Thandie Newton battled bulimia for a year. The tiny actress told People that her eating disorder started when she was a teen ballet dancer, and that she ate "nothing but cottage cheese" in order to stay thin. Years later,...
Late funk legend James Brown is the father of two more children, DNA testing has confirmed, Dozens of people underwent foolproof DNA analysis after claiming to be the offspring of the late singer - and now Brown’s attorney and longtime friend Buddy Dallas has confirmed that two of the results came back positive.Although he refuses
Double bass player ART DAVIS died of a heart attack in his Long Beach, California home last Sunday (29Jul07). He was 73.The musician - who collaborated with John Coltrane, Louis Armstrong and Bob Dylan during his career as a session musician - was also an acclaimed classical performer, and often played with the Los Angeles
WEEZER star RIVERS CUOMO is shopping his memoirs around to publishers.The Beverly Hills singer and former Harvard University student has reportedly hired literary agent David Vigliano, who sold Kurt Cobain’s journals on behalf of Courtney Love to do his bidding for him.Cuomo’s upcoming memoirs are expected to feature information about his upbringing on an ashram
LATEST: The caretaker attacked by dogs reportedly belonging to Ving Rhames has been named as the actor’s caretaker, Jacob Adams.The deceased man, 40, was pronounced dead on the scene in front of Rhames’ Brentwood, California, home on Friday (03Aug07) morning.Part of his job was to look after the actor’s dogs - which include three mastiffs
Ewan McGregor has finished his 15,000 mile (24,000 kilometre) motorcycle journey from Scotland to South Africa.The Trainspotting star and his actor pal Charley Boorman began the road trip at John O’Groats in Scotland in May (07), and reached their final destination of Cape Town, South Africa, on Friday (03Aug07).The journey - which took the friends
The widow of late actor JOHN RITTER is still battling doctors for failing to diagnose a congenital heart defect which she believes led to her husband’s death The star’s wife Amy Yasbeck filed a lawsuit against doctors at the Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, California, claiming her husband was misdiagnosed twice.Yasbeck and her five children
Hollywood hunk RYAN PHILLIPPE has denied reports he is giving his marriage with Reese Witherspoon another try after the couple were spotted lunching together.The couple split last October (06) after six years of marriage and two children together. They are currently in the middle of divorce proceedings.Recent reports claimed the ex-couple had been seen jogging,
Former DAWSON’S CREEK star Joshua Jackson was left to entertain the German parents of girlfriend DIANE KRUGER during a recent trip to the polo - despite neither of them speaking a word of English.The couple - who split at the beginning of 2007 - have recently re-kindled their romance, and were enjoying a day out
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL star Zac Efron is calling on filmmakers to devise new musicals instead of remake old stories.Efron has recently appeared in the all-singing, all-dancing Hairspray and the High School Musical sequel is set to premiere on U.S. TV later this month (Aug07).While Efron, 19, wants to focus on more serious acting roles in
Director Woody Allen is set to unveil his latest film CASSANDRA’S DREAM to North America at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.The film, which stars Ewan McGregor and Colin Farrell as brothers, makes its worldwide debut in this month’s (Aug07) Venice festival, although there was already a ’secret’ premiere in Spain, where the ANNIE HALL
Actor Adam Brody dislikes socialising with his THE O.C. co-star BENJAMIN McKENZIE - because it makes him feel uncomfortable, like a "fictional person".Brody, who played McKenzie’s character Ryan Atwood’s surrogate brother Seth Cohen on the now-defunct TV show, is convinced strangers are laughing at them when the twosome are out in public.He says, "I was
LATEST: A day after Eddie Murphy confirmed his paternity of MELANIE BROWN’s baby in a statement, the former SPICE GIRL has fired back at the comedian, complaining that he isn’t fulfilling his parental duties.The British singer slammed Murphy for failing to visit the newborn tot Angel Iris - despite her encouragement.Brown’s lawyer Gloria Allred says,
Pop superstar Kylie Minogue was reduced to tears during an emotional party celebrating 20 years since her first hit single The Loco-motion on Friday (03Aug07).The singer - who was joined by friends and family at the London bash - became bleary-eyed when manager Terry Blamey hailed her as "sexy and strong".When the party ended at
HARRY POTTER star Emma Watson is dating a 16-year-old up-and-coming rugby player, according to reports.The 17-year-old actress was photographed enjoying a romantic break on the French Riviera with handsome sportsman Tom Ducker.And the staff at their Nice hotel described the young couple as "delightful guests".During the French holiday, the couple spent their time perusing Nice’s
R&B heart-throb USHER wed his pregnant fiancee TAMEKA FOSTER in his native Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday (03Aug07), according to U.S. reports.American magazine People reports 28-year-old Usher, real name Usher Raymond married stylist, 37, at the office of the singer’s lawyer in Atlanta.The Chicago Sun-Times claims Usher’s mother Jonetta Patton was among the guests. Recent reports
SIR Anthony Hopkins will unveil a statue of late comedian TOMMY COOPER in his home town of Caerphilly, Wales later this year (07).The veteran movie star is patron of the Tommy Cooper Society - which raised £40,000 ($80,000) to pay for the bronze effigy of the deceased television star.Tudor Jones, secretary of the Tommy Cooper
Entertainment highlights during the week of Aug. 5-11:

1957: ''American Bandstand'' with host Dick Clark debuted on ABC. The first act to appear was The Chordettes, who later had a big hit with the song ''Lollipop.''


The caretaker attacked by dogs reportedly belonging to Ving Rhames died from a heart attack, police have claimed. The deceased man, who has yet to be named, was pronounced dead on the scene in front of Rhames' Brentwood, California, home on Friday morning.


AUSTIN, Texas – Sketch comedy zaniness, stand-up instruction and game show-style cooking share a virtual stage at ONNetworks.com. The newly launched comedy line-up boasts quirky, original shows that offer something for everyone – from satire enthusiasts looking for fresh desktop distractions to wannabe comedians eager to be the next Kathy Griffin or Jerry Seinfeld


Move over Amy Fisher, there's a new Long Island Lolita in town! Driving-impaired diva Lindsay Lohan is laying low at her mom Dina's Long Island home. The New York Post reports that La Lohan flew with sister Ali from L.A. to New York on Friday. A...
From outward appearances, Paul Rudd seems more like the kind of guy you'd take home to meet the parents.  But, while the easy-on-the-eyes actor first had us at "Hello, Cher," back in the day, it's Paul's comedic genius that makes him a truly hot Hollywood hunk. Yeah, sure, Paul's been around since "Clueless" hit the big screen and, yeah, there are younger, dewier actors out there who vie for our attention. But there's something undeniably appealing about a guy who isn't afraid to wear acid-washed cut-off shorts for all to see.  (That's a reference to "Wet Hot American Summer", by the way...and you should be on your way to the...

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AP - A man who died in a dog attack at the home of actor Ving Rhames was identified Saturday as Jacob Adams, 40, of Los Angeles.
Filed under: Eva Longoria Style Insider, Hot Bodies That's just what you get with her new namesake bikini, the Eva Longoria 1690 suit!And what's a girl without a hot little number for the beach during these sizzling summer months? A topless porn star from a VH1 reality show!The suit retails for a mere...
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird There were three dogs in the Zone this week -- one confronted Suri, while to the chagrin of PETA, Miss Hilton picked up another pooch, and David Hasselhoff was spotted talking a walk. The death of Hip Hop was confirmed when Liz Taylor threw on enough...
The Chicago Sun Times is slating that Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster are married!!! According to sources the couple was wed yesterday during a private ceremony in Raymonds lawyer's office. SOURCE: MAPLEJUICE

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AFP - A Bruce Lee fan has splashed out 40,000 Hong Kong dollars (5,100 US dollars) on a car licence plate bearing the name of the legendary martial arts film star, local media reported Sunday.
AFP - US actor Eddie Murphy has admitted he fathered a child with Spice Girls singer Melanie Brown, who had filed a paternity suit against the comedian, People magazine reported Saturday.
AP - A day after Eddie Murphy confirmed that he is the father of Melanie Brown's baby, the former Spice Girl's lawyer complained that Murphy isn't accepting his parental responsibilities.
AP - Marilyn Manson former keyboardist has sued the shock rocker, claiming he kept millions of dollars meant to be shared and bought items including a handbag owned by Hitler's girlfriend and a skeleton in a wheelchair.
"We're heading up to The Bush... for a good month and we'll be camping as we' re shooting. It's a big endeavor." Nicole Kidman goes wild on the set of new movie Australia.


Former Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant is teaming up with bluegrass star Alison Krauss for an album of cover songs. The pair, who met seven years ago and played together at a Leadbelly tribute concert in 2004, has been planning to record new disc Raising Sand for years.


A truck load of country star Tanya Tucker clothes and jewelry has been recovered after her ex-fiance drove off with it. Jerry Laseter reportedly stole the U-Haul truck containing the personal items last month, while Tucker and her entourage were travelling from Nashville to Malibu, California, where she is setting up a new home.


Super-skinny socialite Nicole Richie has no fears about gaining weight now she's pregnant with her first child, insisting she'll happily balloon 50 pounds if that's what her baby needs.


Actress Claire Danes feared the worst when she became lost on a remote Scottish island after taking what she thought was a leisurely stroll. The 28-year-old was on the Isle Of Skye shooting new movie Stardust when a short walk turned into a nightmare.


Movie hunk Josh Hartnett has learned he's not ready to be a father after playing one for the first time. The Pearl Harbor actor admits he grew very close to his onscreen son, Dakota Goyo, in new film Resurrecting The Champ, but the actor was relieved when he could hand the kid back to his mom at the end of each working day.


Matt Damon credits his baby with helping him achieve the worn-out look of a man on the run in The Bourne Ultimatum - the little girl kept him awake at night as he was shooting the sequel.


Former Korn star Terry Bozzio quit the group because his bandmates refused to make him a full-time member. The drummer quit earlier this year after failing to convince founders Jonathan Davis and James 'Munky' Shaffer to take him on as a bona-fide bandmate.


Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Nicole Richie Contrary to speculation, TMZ has learned Nicole Richie will NOT go to jail tonight.Reports circulated this morning that Nicole would turn herself in later in the day, but ain't gonna happen.As TMZ first reported, Nicole will do her time at the...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice LAPD tells TMZ that "Mission Impossible" star Ving Rhames dogs have mauled and killed a man who worked for the actor.Cops tell TMZ the victim worked as a caretaker for Rhames, watching over the dogs and his home. The four dogs, including Mastiffs...
Filed under: Star Catcher Talk queen Ellen DeGeneres smiled for photogs as she entered Sunset Blvd. hotspot Il Sole -- with the oh-so-pretty Portia de Rossi. Michelle Rodriguez tumbled out of Chateau Marmont and told photogs that she's not worthy of celebrity status. She says...
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Lindsay Lohan Fashion Fashion giant Louis Vuitton has passed over the likes of Lindsay Lohan as their spokesperson -- and has gone with a different kind of redhead!While Lindz was once in the running, it's former Russian President Mikhail Gorbachev who is the new port...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Police tell TMZ that the victim of the dog attack at Ving Rhames home could have had a heart attack, since none of the wounds -- on his arms and legs only -- appear to have been life threatening. They speculate that he was possibly running for his...
Filed under: Celebs Caught on Tape Paris Hilton seems to like her pets. Unfortunately, they would rather take their chances on the rough streets of Los Angeles then spend any more time with the pet rotating ex-con....
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Style Insider Aloha, stugots! James Gandolfini was in Hawaii with girlfriend Deborah Lin. The two were photographed getting their groove on while wading in the water without concrete shoes. The hunky "Sopranos" star went nose to nose with his goomah in Oahu. Save...
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Hot on the heels of a meeting between burned Eddie Murphy mamas Scary Spice and Nicole Murphy, funny man Eddie Murphy released a statement about his most recent spice-y lover. Eddie, according to People, acknowledges paternity of the child Angel, and...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton A Philadelphia identity theft ring targeted hundreds of people, including Paris Hilton The postal villains used celebs' personal information to make up fake checks and apply for credit cards, reports local CBS affiliate KYW. Victims of the mail...
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Godfather of Soul James Brown was named the real father of two more children on Friday. He publicly acknowledged six children, but new DNA testing revealed that LaRhonda Petitt, and another unidentified individual are also Brown's kids.Petitt, who...
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Rabble-rousing actor/Madonna ex Sean Penn is taking his show on the road -- with Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez. The politically-charged star has been hanging with Venezuela's socialist leader during a tour of the Venezuelan countryside. The...
So this is how Jack Nicholson keeps so many women on the hook! TMZ has exclusively learned that a new unauthorized biography on the joker suggests that Nicholson has a uniquely shaped member. That's just one of the things revealed in "Five Easy...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Wacky and Weird Nazi paraphernalia, African masks and skeletons, oh my! Freaky-deaky rocker Marilyn Manson is being sued by bandmate Stephen Bier Jr. for allegedly misusing band funds to purchase odd ephemera -- and ex-wife Dita Von Teese's engagement ring. Among...
AFP - US actor Eddie Murphy has admitted he fathered a child with Spice Girls singer Melanie Brown, who had filed a paternity suit against the comedian, People magazine reported Saturday.
AP - Marilyn Manson former keyboardist has sued the shock rocker, claiming he kept millions of dollars meant to be shared and bought items including a handbag owned by Hitler's girlfriend and a skeleton in a wheelchair.
Actor Matt Damon was left red-faced after agreeing to take part in a charity radio phone-in - when Sean Connery also decided to call. The Good Will Hunting star was monitoring a Florida radio show's drive to donate $10,000 to the most famous caller's children's charity of choice,


Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise amazed aviation experts recently, when he flew a 1941 Boeing Stearman plane with almost no problems at all. The Top Gun actor, who is also an amateur pilot, took the controls of the double-decker craft on the set of his new World War II film Valkyrie in Germany.


Britney Spears has rehired cousin Alli Sims as her assistant after sidekick Shannon Funk was sacked last month. Sims dined with Spears and a mystery man at Winston's in West Hollywood on Thursday after the pop star asked her cousin to assist her until she finds someone full-time.


Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Wacky and Weird Nazi paraphernalia, African masks and skeletons, oh my! Freaky-deaky rocker Marilyn Manson is being sued by bandmate Stephen Bier Jr. for allegedly misusing band funds to purchase odd ephemera -- and ex-wife Dita Von Teese's engagement ring. Among...