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Vh1 To Air Former Boy Band Reality Show
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:56:12 | Rate news: +0
Nick Lachey former 98 Degrees bandmate Jeff Timmons is hoping to recreate his boy band days in a new US reality TV show.

Timmons has been selected to lead a quartet of has-been pop stars as they attempt to form a new supergroup.


James Brown's Widow Wins Right To Dna Samples
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:54:56 | Rate news: +0
James Brown widow Tomi Rae Hynie has reached an agreement with trustees of the star's estate to obtain DNA samples from the late singer's body.

Back-up singer Hynie and her son James Brown have been shut out of the soul legend's will, with his trustees claiming she wasn't legally married to Brown and that another man was the father of the young James.


Steve Tyler Discovered Blood Infection By Accident
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:54:25 | Rate news: +0
Aerosmith legend Steve Tyler was shocked to discover he had contracted blood disorder hepatitis C after an on-stage injury forced him to undergo emergency surgery.

The 58-year-old rocker and father of Hollywood star Liv Tyler had been oblivious to his condition until he was admitted to hospital for surgery on his leg in 2003.


'sweeney Todd' Starts Principal Photography In London
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:53:27 | Rate news: +0
Principal photography has begun in London on Sweeney Todd, starring Johnny Depp in the Tim Burton directed screen adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's award-winning musical thriller. The DreamWorks Pictures and Warner Bros. co-production presents Depp as Sweeney Todd, a man unjustly sent to prison, who vows revenge not only for that cruel punishment but for the devastating consequences of what happened to his wife and daughter.


Opening March 2: Zodiac
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:52:56 | Rate news: +0
The true story behind the murders that many crime scholars believe to be the most perplexing series of unsolved crimes in modern history comes to the screen in chilling detail as Fight Club and Seven director David Fincher steps behind the camera to tell the mysterious tale of the infamous Zodiac killer. Continue Summary

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Opening March 2: Wild Hogs
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:51:28 | Rate news: +0
A mis-matched group of bored suburbanites longing to escape the stress of the daily lives and embrace the freedom of the open road finds that it takes more than polished chrome and leather jackets to truly experience the biker lifestyle in this revved-up road comedy starring John Travolta Tim Allen, Martin Lawrence, and William H. Macy.

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Opening March 2: Black Snake Moan
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:50:59 | Rate news: +0
When a weathered, God-fearing ex-blues musician finds the town nymphomaniac severely beaten and left for dead on the side of the road, he vows to cure her of her wicked ways in Hustle Flow director Craig Brewer's raw and unflinching follow-up. Lazarus (Samuel L. Jackson) is a hard-living ex-blues guitarist for whom the troubled days are beginning... Continue Summary

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Nicole Kidman To Guest Star On 'nip/tuck'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:50:18 | Rate news: +0
Nicole Kidman is to make a cameo appearance in cosmetic surgery drama Nip/Tuck, playing a nose job patient. Show creator Ryan Murphy met the actress when he was recently recruited to direct her in new movie "Need" - and she took the opportunity to beg him for a bit part in Nip/Tuck.


Jessica Simpson: 'i Always Wear Underwear'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:49:48 | Rate news: +0
Jessica Simpson will never get caught without underwear like Britney Spears and Lindsay Lohan because she always covers up her private parts. The actress/singer is astonished so many young celebrities have been snapped panty-less, and she would be horrified to find pictures of her genitals splashed across magazines and the internet.


Eva Mendes Wanted To Be A Nun
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:49:20 | Rate news: +0
Sexy Hollywood star Eva Mendes dreamed of being a nun as a child. The 32-year-old actress, whose films include 2 Fast 2 Furious and Hitch, was ready to pledge her allegiance to God, until she found out nuns don't get a salary.


Prince Charles Blames Obesity On Big Macs
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:48:50 | Rate news: +0
British royal Prince Charles has called for the closure of McDonalds fast food outlets worldwide in a bid to curb rising obesity levels. The prince targeted the chain as he attended the launch of a public health awareness campaign to fight diabetes in the United Arab Emirates.


Helen Mirren Laughs Off Royal Invitation Rumors
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:48:22 | Rate news: +0
Dame Helen Mirren has categorically dismissed reports she's been invited to visit Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace in the wake of her success in the movie The Queen. Oscar-winner Mirren was said to have been asked to lunch with the British monarch along with screenwriter Peter Morgan and director Stephen Frears, who also both received Academy Award nominations.


Caprice Bourret Slams Drugs Stories
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:47:48 | Rate news: +0
US-born model Caprice Bourret has further blasted claims she was recently treated for drug addiction and depression in rehab, insisting she doesn't even take painkillers. Last week a British newspaper reported the blonde beauty had checked into London's The Priory, when it emerged she was actually enjoying a skiing vacation with her boyfriend in South Africa.


Justin Timberlake Is Not Planning Official After Parties, Signings Or Events
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:46:40 | Rate news: +0
Jive has issued a statement regarding false announcements about Justin Timberlake after-party events. The company writes, "It has come to our attention that there have been several announcements of official Justin Timberlake after parties or events during the FutureSex/LoveShow tour. We would like to take this time to make absolutely clear that there are no official Justin Timberlake after parties, signings or events."


Heather Mills Goes Dancing With The Stars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:45:59 | Rate news: +0
Heather Mills is among the celebrities confirmed to appear on the next season of Dancing With The Stars.

The estranged wife of Paul McCartney will join stars including former 'N Sync member Joey Fatone and Muhammad Ali's boxer daughter Laila Ali among the competitors.

Christina Aguilera's Not Pregnant, She Says
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:45:29 | Rate news: +0
Christina Aguilera has blasted reports she's pregnant with her first child with husband Jordan Bratman.

Rumours Xtina was about to swap her crotchless chaps for maternity dresses started after an employee at a Beverly Hills children's store claimed Xtina spoke about her pregnancy while shopping for baby clothes.

The Bellini sales assistant said: "[Christina] came in with her husband, and he sat in one of the big chairs and let her do her shopping. They said they don't know what they're having.

J.lo's Long Term Spanish Album Dream Comestrue
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:45:01 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez may have topped the charts, scooped countless awards and starred in massive movies, but she's only just fulfilled one of her longest held dreams, recording a full album in Spanish.

The pop diva has previously recorded songs in her family's native language but, six albums into her music career, she only recently completed her full album in Spanish, called Como Ama Una Mujer (How A Woman Loves).

"I wanted to sing in Spanish from the beginning of my recording career," J.Lo says.

Busta Rhymes Charged In New Driving Offence
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:42:45 | Rate news: +0
Rap star Busta Rhymes could be jailed after being charged with driving with a suspended licence.

The rapper was pulled over by police in New York after going through a red light.

Busta, real name Trevor Smith, could be jailed for 15 days if he is convicted.

Nelly Furtado & Mary J Blige Become Mtv Agony Aunts
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:42:14 | Rate news: +0
Divas Nelly Furtado and Mary J. Blige will become celebrity agony aunts for a new MTV health show.

The singers will speak openly about their own mental and physical heath problems they have battled on new show 'Half Of Us'.

The show is aimed at college students and will tackle issues like depression, suicide and bipolar disorder

Mariah Teams Up With Willie Nelson
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:41:47 | Rate news: +0
Mariah Carey has joined forces with country legend Willie Nelson to write a track for the diva's new movie, 'Tennessee'.

Mariah stars as an aspiring songwriter in the movie, which stared shooting in New Mexico last month.

Gwen Stefani To Guest Judge On American Idol
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:41:15 | Rate news: +0
Gwen Stefani will feature as a guest judge on 'American Idol'.

Jennifer Lopez, Diana Ross, Barry Gibb and Jon Bon Jovi have also signed up to appear on the popular show this season.

Martin Scorsese Finally Wins Best Director Prize
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:40:47 | Rate news: +0
It's been a long time coming for director Martin Scorsese who for years has put out a string of great and classic films but has never been properly recognized by Hollywood until now. Last night his Boston crime thriller "The Departed" scored gold as it took home top honors as the Best Picture of the Year. Even sweeter, Scorsese's tale of corruption also bagged him the coveted Best Director statue at the Oscars.

Dna Samples To Be Taken From The Body Of James Brown
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:39:54 | Rate news: +0
Even though family members of the late James Brown and Tomie Rae Hynie have finally agreed upon the final resting place for the famous singer who died Christmas Day, the burial probably won't take place until DNA samples have been collected from his body. Since Brown's death, several other paternity suits have been filed claiming James Brown as the father.

Hynie contends that she was the wife of James Brown at the time of his death and that her son, James Jr., is the singer's son. She also claims that the 2001 will of James Brown is invalid because it was signed before the two were married and before the birth of James, Jr. However, Buddy Dallas, Brown's friend and attorney stated that at the time of the couple's vow, Hynie was still married to someone else.

Foxy Brown: I'm A Victim Of Police Brutality
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:21:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Foxy Brown claims she was a victim of police brutality during a beauty store bust in Florida nearly two weeks ago.The rapper held a press conference yesterday, and attacked the Pembroke Pines Police for their alleged treatment of her during her...

Birkhead: How I Found Out Anna Was Dead
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:21:10 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith Fighting back tears and with his voice shaking, Larry Birkhead detailed the heartbreaking moment he found out Anna Nicole Smith had been rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.In a sit-down interview with "Access Hollywood," which...

Heather Gets A Leg Up On The Competition
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:20:42 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Heather Mills isn't wasting any time, jumping foot first into prepping for the upcoming season of "Dancing With the Stars."The model and near-divorcee was spotted entering a dance studio yesterday in London, carrying the usual necessities, a bag of...

It's A Holly Jolly Lohan
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:20:02 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird, Lindsay Lohan Rehabariffic Lindsay Lohan smiled for photogs in a pre-Christmas coffee run on the set of "I Know Who Killed Me."Wearing red sweats, red lipstick and candy cane slippers, the freckle-faced elfin actress joked with paparazzi -- and turned tables on...

Affleck Walks Off Set
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:19:25 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Kids, Jennifer Garner Little Violet Ann Affleck, 14 months old, took mommy Jennifer Garner for a walk in the park on Sunday. This is the first time we've seen the littlest Affleck out of mommy's arms and walking on her own. Jen and Vi are in Vancouver filming the movie...

Ryan And Jessica: Meat And Buns
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:18:24 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Paparazzi Photo Hunky Ryan Reynolds and badonky Jessica Biel left the GQ Magazine Oscar party Saturday night ... to hit up Astro Burger in West Hollywood? It's amazing that this physically fit duo can hit up a fast food joint and still look as good as they do. Is...

Naughty Girl! Dad Scolds Elisabeth On "the View"
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:16:49 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: The View You've been a very, very bad girl, Elisabeth Hasselbeck haven't you?"The View's" paragon of prim and proper let her verbal chastity belt slip today, revealing on the morning gabfest that she'd snuck out of the house as a 14-year-old, breaking the...

Leo Learning From Ashton???
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:16:03 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video Leonardo DiCaprio is apparently taking lessons from Ashton Kutcher and is dating a little older. DiCaprio was spotted at Malibu celeb-magnet Nobu last night, exiting the eatery hand-in-hand with a cane-wielding, bespectacled, gray-haired onetime...

How Long Has Tori Been Pregnant?!
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:15:15 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Tori Spelling A ready-to-pop Tori Spelling -- looking either 14-months pregnant or set to deliver a soccer team -- was WAY out and about in Santa Monica yesterday afternoon. Pregnant women are supposed to be glowing, but the TV heiress was looking downright...

Olsens Furry In France
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:14:39 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Fashion Police, Mary-Kate/Ashley Olsen Fashionista beasties Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were snapped wrapped in fur as they capped a Paris trip, and MK has not scrapped her witch boots! Crapuleux!Ashley, who made PETA's Worst-Dressed list in 2006, looks like she's wearing a black mink and...

Doggy Style With Jessica Biel
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:13:57 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies It's nice when dog owners are responsible and clean up after their pets. It's even nicer when it's Jessica Biel doing the dirty work. The bootylicious star and her pit bull, Tina, took a walk around Brentwood Country Club yesterday, giving paparazzi...

Bobby Brown -- Live From Lockup!
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:13:13 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has obtained Bobby Brown mugshot, taken moments after he was arrested and taken to Norfolk House of Corrections in Massachusetts yesterday afternoon.Brown, clad in a stylish orange inmate jumpsuit, was taken into custody at his daughter's...

What It Will Take For Howard K. To Go Away
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:12:28 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Anna Nicole Smith TMZ has learned the negotiations between Howard K. Stern and Larry Birkhead now have nothing to do with little Dannielynn. It's all about money.Sources tell TMZ that Howard K. Stern has all but conceded that Larry Birkhead is the dad. Exhibit A:...

Britney's Post-partum Struggle
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:11:57 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Britney Spears TMZ has learned Britney Spears troubles may have little to do with substance abuse. Sources say doctors at her rehab facility think the underlying reason for her trouble may be post-partum depression.Sources tell TMZ that Britney's doctors have two...

Howard & Baby: Bury Her In The Bahamas Already!
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:11:30 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith UPDATE: Judge Richard Milstein has just filed his appeal asking the court to uphold Judge Seidlin's ruling give him custody of the body on behalf on baby Dannielynn.Attorneys for Howard K. Stern have filed an appeal to stop Virgie from getting...

Stefani Ignores Wind It Up Criticism
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:07:07 | Rate news: +0
Gwen Stefani insists she couldn’t care less about criticism of her yodelling track WIND IT UP - because it’s her favourite piece of work.The song garnered a negative response from some fans and critics because it sampled THE LONELY GOATHERD from Stefani’s favourite movie, THE SOUND OF MUSIC.But she loves how different it is.The singer

Caprice Slams Drugs Stories
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:06:04 | Rate news: +1
LATEST: US-born model Caprice Bourret has further blasted claims she was recently treated for drug addiction and depression in rehab, insisting she doesn’t even take painkillers.Last week (20FEB07) a British newspaper reported the blonde beauty had checked into London’s The Priory, when it emerged she was actually enjoying a skiing holiday with her boyfriend in

Prince Charles: 'ban The Big Mac'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:05:05 | Rate news: +0
British royal Prince Charles has called for the closure of McDonalds fast food outlets worldwide in a bid to curb rising obesity levels.The prince targeted the chain as he attended the launch of a public health awareness campaign to fight diabetes in the United Arab Emirates.Speaking to nutritionist NADINE TAYARA at the Imperial College London

Mendes Eyed Convent Career
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:04:11 | Rate news: +0
Sexy Hollywood star Eva Mendes dreamed of being a nun as a child.The 32-year-old actress, whose films include 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS and HITCH, was ready to pledge her allegiance to God, until she found out nuns don’t get a salary.She says, "It was something I really wanted to do. But then my sister told

Kidman Set For Nip/tuck Cameo
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:03:28 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman is to make a cameo appearance in cosmetic surgery drama NIP/TUCK, playing a nose job patient.Show creator RYAN MURPHY met the actress when he was recently recruited to direct her in new movie NEED - and she took the opportunity to beg him for a bit part in Nip/Tuck.Murphy says, "I

Mirren Laughs Off Royal Invitation Rumours
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:02:02 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: DAME Helen Mirren has categorically dismissed reports she’s been invited to visit QUEEN ELIZABETH II at Buckingham Palace in the wake of her success in the movie THE QUEEN.Oscar-winner Mirren was said to have been asked to lunch with the British monarch along with screenwriter PETER MORGAN and director STEPHEN FREARS, who also both

Simpson: 'i'll Never Be Caught Panty-less'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 20:00:31 | Rate news: +0
Jessica Simpson will never get caught without underwear like BRITNEY SPEARS and LINDSAY LOHAN, because she always covers up her private parts.The actress/singer is astonished so many young celebrities have been snapped panty-less, and would be horrified to find pictures of her genitals splashed across magazines and the internet.Simpson says, "I don’t understand what’s going

Shamed Big Brother Star Donates To Indian Charities (reuters)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:50:47 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Jade Goody, the British reality show contestant who made headlines for racially abusing Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty, said on Tuesday she would donate all her Big Brother earnings to charities for poor Indian children.

New Movies On Dvd, Feb. 27
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:50:06 | Rate news: +0
In Stranger Than Fiction, a socially isolated IRS agent (Will Ferrell) whose every move is documented by a disembodied female voice discovers that his life is the subject of a book currently being written by a best-selling author, whose creative block has stunted her repeated efforts to kill him off. Also on DVD: Tenacious D In The Pick of Destiny, The Return and A Good Year.

Bobby Brown Is Arrested Over Child Support
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:49:23 | Rate news: +0
Whitney Houston's estranged husband Bobby Brown has been arrested again in Massachusetts for failing to appear at a child support hearing in October. The singer was apprehended at Attleboro High School on Sunday night on a warrant for failing to appear at the hearing. He was in town to watch his daughter Bobbi Kristina at a cheerleading competition.


'grey's Anatomy' Star Patrick Dempsey Doesn't Trust Doctors
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:48:53 | Rate news: +0
Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey is frightened putting his life in the hands of real-life medics - despite playing the role of a doctor on screen. The actor admits his time spent in a hospital setting has left him unprepared him for the actual trauma of any health complaints, and he has criticized doctors who "don't understand patients' needs."


Eddie Murphy Stormed Out Of Oscar Ceremony After Losing
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:48:25 | Rate news: +0
Dreamgirls star Eddie Murphy was so devastated after losing the Best Supporting Actor Academy Award to Alan Arkin he stormed out of the ceremony, according to press reports. Murphy was the favorite to win the Oscar, which instead was awarded to Little Miss Sunshine star Arkin.


Larry Birkhead Finally Holds Anna Nicole Smith's Baby
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:47:56 | Rate news: +0
The photojournalist battling to prove he's the biological father of Anna Nicole Smith's baby daughter Dannielynn has held the tot in his arms for the first time after reportedly striking a deal with Howard K. Stern. Larry Birkhead is fighting Stern for custody of the five-month-old baby and the two men in the little girl's life settled their differences yesterday, so they could both appreciate Dannielynn.


Heather Locklear Hooks Up With Former 'melrose Place' Co-star
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:47:24 | Rate news: +0
Heather Locklear and her former Melrose Place co-star Jack Wagner shocked guests at the Beverly Hills Hotel when they showed up holding hands for an Oscar party. Locklear, 45, and Wagner, 47, both appeared on the hit drama in the 1990s and have apparently kept in touch since the series ended.


Ellen Degeneres Cries On Talk Show Post Oscars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:46:05 | Rate news: +0
Oscars host Ellen DeGeneres burst into tears on her live post-Academy Awards TV talk show yesterday , after a string of celebrities poured praise on her via video. The humbled comedienne fought to regain composure as her studio audience gave her a standing ovation following footage of DeGeneres' day at the Oscars, where she realized a lifelong dream to host the big show.


Anna Nicole Smith's Bahamas Home Is For Sale
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:44:48 | Rate news: +0
The owners of the Bahamas mansion the late Anna Nicole Smith called home have put the property on the market - and it could sell for a cool $10 million. South Carolina real estate mogul G. Ben Thompson bought the Horizons estate in October for $950,000, but he hopes the publicity surrounding Smith's death will help swell the price of the beach front home.


Brad Pitt Worked, Spent Time With Kids Instead Of Attending Oscar Ceremony
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:44:17 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie decided not to attend the Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, even though Pitt's film Babel was nominated for Best Picture. The low-key couple was seen strolling around their new hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana on Friday afternoon with daughters Shiloh and Zahara.


Christina Ricci Nearly Quit Acting
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:43:47 | Rate news: +0
Christina Ricci was on the verge of quitting her acting career before landing the lead role in new movie Black Snake Moan. The 27-year-old was ready to leave her career behind if she couldn't score a part that was perfect for her.

And Ricci believes director Craig Brewer and producer John Singleton initially thought she was too unconventional to play the role of a backwoods survivor of sexual abuse.


Mary-kate & Ashley Olsen Are Top Earners Under 21
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:43:20 | Rate news: +0
Sisters Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen have topped Forbes magazine's first-ever "Hollywood's Top Earning Stars Under 21" list. The 20-year-old twins earned an estimated $40 million last year from their retail empire to beat Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe to the top of the new rich list.


David & Victoria Beckham To Star In Nbc Reality Show
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:42:51 | Rate news: +0
Victoria Beckham and her soccer superstar husband David have signed a $19.5 million deal to star in their own reality TV show. The program for NBC will follow the British couple as they move to Los Angeles later this year when David begins a new contract with LA Galaxy.


Anna Nicole Smith's Mother Wins Stay In Burial Saga
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:42:24 | Rate news: +0
A Florida appeals court has granted Anna Nicole Smith’s estranged mother Virgie Arthur’s request for a stay in the tragic celebrity's burial saga. A state judge awarded Smith's remains to her daughter Dannielynn's legally appointed guardian last week and recommended the body be buried next to her son in the Bahamas, where Smith had been living since last summer.


Bobby Brown Is Jailed Over Missing Child Support Payments
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:41:56 | Rate news: +0
R&B singer Bobby Brown has been jailed in Massachusetts after failing to pay over $19,000 in child support. The hitmaker, 38, was arrested on Sunday as he attended his youngest daughter Bobbi Kristina's cheerleading performance at Attleboro High School in Attleboro. Brown stands accused of missing payments to ex-girlfriend Kim Ward, mother of two of his children; LaPrincia and Bobby III, and has been ordered to stay behind bars for 30 days.


Filmmaker Steven Soderbergh Is Rejected From Jury Duty
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:41:28 | Rate news: +0
Director Steven Soderbergh was asked to report for jury duty at Manhattan Supreme Court yesterday but was shocked when the judge refused to believe his esteemed Hollywood status. The Good German and Traffic filmmaker was called in to listen to the statutory rape case of an Upper East Side teacher accused of seducing two male students.


Harrison Ford Gets Fit To Reprise 'indiana Jones' Role
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:40:55 | Rate news: +0
Harrison Ford has taken on a grueling fitness regime to get into shape for the return of Indiana Jones later this year. After an 18-year break from the action adventure franchise, Ford, 64, is determined to get his body back on top form for his reprisal of the famous role.


Daryl Hannah Is Glad She Declined 'pretty Woman' Offer
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:40:27 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood actress Daryl Hannah is overjoyed she turned down the role in Pretty Woman made famous by Julia Roberts because she now thinks of it as "degrading for the whole of womankind". The Kill Bill star declined the part of prostitute Vivian Ward in the 1990 movie - which shot Roberts to fame - because she disliked the tone, as did Meg Ryan and Michelle Pfeiffer.


Spielberg Gave Ellen Degeneres Oscar Hosting Tips
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:39:58 | Rate news: +0
Oscars host Ellen DeGeneres owes movie mogul Steven Spielberg for helping her get through her first Academy Awards because his pre-show tip helped her overcome her nerves. Spielberg sent the comedienne flowers when he first learned she'd be hosting the big show and had some excellent advice that helped DeGeneres keep her cool onstage.


Colin Firth Helps Congolese Nurse Avoid Deportation
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:39:28 | Rate news: +0
Colin Firth is delighted his campaign to help a Congolese nurse avoid deportation from Britain has been successful. Known only as Pierre - which is not his real name - the nurse was one of 40 asylum-seekers being sent back to the Democratic Republic of Congo on a chartered flight yesterday. But a legal appeal for four members of the group, including Pierre, which was supported by Firth and five bishops, was successful.


Helen Mirren Almost Turned Down Royal Role
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:38:57 | Rate news: +0
Oscar winner Dame Helen Mirren nearly missed out on portraying Elizabeth II in The Queen, because she didn't think she would do the British monarch justice. On Sunday night, the 61-year-old won the Best Actress Academy Award for her role in "The Queen."


Clint Eastwood Looks Forward To Meeting David Beckham
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:38:28 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood is looking forward to meeting soccer superstar David Beckham when the Brit moves to California later this year. Beckham, his wife Victoria and their three children will emigrate to Los Angeles when he begins a new contract with LA Galaxy, and soccer fan Eastwood can't wait.


Bar Owner In Dispute Over Justin Timberlake Appearance
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:38:00 | Rate news: +0
A bar owner in Illinois is fighting with Justin Timberlake lawyers over a pricey autograph-signing appearance he has scheduled for the star.

Sharky's Billiards owner Joe Piagentini claims a promoter assured him the My Love singer would be appearing at the bar on March 13 after he paid him a $25,000 fee.


Daniel Baldwin Visits Britney Spears In Rehab
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:36:07 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears has found an unlikely ally as she battles her demons in rehab - recovering cocaine addict Daniel Baldwin.

Movie star Baldwin met up with the pop star at the Promises rehab clinic in Malibu, California over the weekend and urged her to contact him if she needed to talk about her troubles.


Sara Evans' Husband Puts Divorce Proceedings On Hold
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:34:39 | Rate news: +0
Country star Sara Evans divorce proceedings have been put on hold by her estranged husband, who wants the singer to publicly clear his name before he'll schedule a mediation date.

Evans claims her husband, Craig Schelske, wants her to take back she's made about his infidelity on television and to agree to a joint child custody arrangement.


John Travolta Reveals New Hairdo At Oscars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:32:39 | Rate news: +0
It seems like John Travolta no longer has his mop of full dark hair that he once had during his days of "Grease."

Sparking rumors he was wearing a hair piece, John was sporting an impressive new head of hair at the Oscars.

No "lady" Title For Heather Mills
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:32:12 | Rate news: +0
There's one woman who no longer wants to be known as a "lady."

It has been said Lady Heather Mills McCartney will drop her title when she appears on U.S. television.

Scary Spice Once Felt In The Dark
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:31:32 | Rate news: +0
Mel C was once at the top of The Game but public scrutiny and insults made her feel at the bottom of the well.

Mel C considered suicide after being called "Sumo Spice."

Daniel Craig Uses Two Look-a-likes To Confuse Obsessed Fan
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:30:50 | Rate news: +0
Daniel Craig knows how to play it smart and steer clear from crazy, stalker fans.

hired two body doubles to escape an over-zealous fan at the Oscars.

Katie Stays Glued To Tom At Oscars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:30:23 | Rate news: +0
Katie Holmes has been attached to her husband's hip since day one and shows no signs of letting go and standing on her own anytime soon.

Katie refused to pose for photographs without her husband Tom Cruise at the Vanity Fair post-Oscar party, despite his pleas.

"britney Shears" Doll In Straight Jacket Being Sold On Ebay
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:29:57 | Rate news: +0
Anything you imagine can pretty much be found in the land of eBay - even items you may find hilarious while others may not necessarily agree with. And, of course, in a time like this, making Britney Spears a target is no exception.

A bald Britney doll in a straight jacket is up for sale on eBay.

Prince Charles And Wife Confront Bahrain Dessert Storm
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:29:16 | Rate news: +0
Britain's Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, were almost blown away when they encountered a dessert storm on a visit to a Bahrain air base on Monday.

As the second half of their ten-day tour of the Gulf got underway, Camilla's delicate headscarf was blown from her head, and Charles' comb-over was swept sideways, revealing his bald patch.

Helen Mirren Has Eyes On Playing Britain's Camilla Next
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:28:07 | Rate news: +0
Oscar-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren would love to play Britain's Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall.

The 61-year-old star, who won the Best Actress Oscar for her role as Queen Elizabeth in "The Queen," revealed her ambition is to portrayal the duchess since she admired how she remained loyal to Prince Charles despite public outcry against her.

Eddie Storms Out After Sore Loss
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:10:51 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Eddie Murphy was so steamed after losing his Oscar race to Alan Arkin, that he stormed off - and out of the Kodak Theater altogether.Several sources report that Murphy was a real sore loser after the Best Supporting Actor was awarded - in...

Brown Jailed Over Missing Child Support Payments
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:09:40 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: R&B singer Bobby Brown has been jailed in Massachusetts after failing to pay over $19,000 (£9,743) in child support.The TWO CAN PLAY THAT GAME hitmaker, 38, was arrested on Sunday (25FEB07) as he attended his youngest daughter BOBBI KRISTINA’s cheerleading performance at Attleboro High School in Attleboro.Brown stands accused of missing payments to ex-girlfriend

Brown's Widow Wins Right To Dna Samples
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:08:58 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: JAMES BROWN’s widow TOMI RAE HYNIE has reached an agreement with trustees of the star’s estate to obtain DNA samples from the late’s singer’s body.Back-up singer Hynie and her son James Brown have been shut out of the soul legend’s will, with his trustees claiming she wasn’t legally married to Brown and that another

Rapper Brown Caught With Pants Down
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:08:15 | Rate news: +0
US rapper Foxy Brown claims police dragged her out of a toilet with her pants down in the beauty shop where she was arrested earlier this month (FEB07).The 27-year-old, real name INGA MARCHAND, was arrested on suspicion of battery and violent obstruction following an alleged disturbance in the Florida store on 15 February (07), and

Parton Content On Three Hours Sleep
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:07:36 | Rate news: +0
Country superstar Dolly Parton only needs three hours sleep to function during the day.The JOLENE hitmaker, 61, claims much of her inspiration comes from when she wakes during the early hours of the morning.She says, "I don’t need a lot of sleep - maybe three hours. I get up to think."I get a lot of

Tyler Discovered Blood Infection After Injuring Leg
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:06:56 | Rate news: +0
AEROSMITH legend STEVE TYLER was shocked to discover he had contracted blood disorder hepatitis C after an on-stage injury forced him to undergo emergency surgery, The 58-year-old rocker and father of Hollywood star Liv Tyler had been oblivious to his condition until he was admitted to hospital for surgery on his leg in 2003.He says,

Ditto Launches Attack On Beckham
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:06:11 | Rate news: +0
Outspoken THE GOSSIP frontwoman BETH DITTO has launched a scathing attack on former SPICE GIRL Victoria Beckham claiming she has made a career out of being thin.The voluptuous US rocker claims Beckham is too slim - and brands her a hypocrite for singing about so-called ‘girl power’.Ditto says, "Posh Spice is an absolute joke. In

Stern: 'drop Case And You Can See Dannielynn'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:05:30 | Rate news: +0
Anna Nicole SMITH’s lawyer and companion has warned the late model/actress’ mother she will not see granddaughter DANNIELYNN unless she drops her battle for Anna Nicole’s body.HOWARD K. STERN issued the ultimatum to a shocked VIRGINIE ARTHUR after reaching a deal with fellow potential parent of Dannielynn and custody rival LARRY BIRKHEAD.But Arthur’s lawyer JOHN

Firth's Intervention Helps Congolese Nurse
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:04:55 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Actor Colin Firth is delighted his campaign to help a Congolese nurse avoid deportation from Britain has been successful.Known only as PIERRE - which is not his real name - the nurse was one of 40 asylum-seekers being sent back to the Democratic Republic of Congo on a chartered flight yesterday (26FEB07).But a legal

Soderbergh Called For Jury Duty
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:04:02 | Rate news: +0
Director Steven Soderbergh was asked to report for jury duty at Manhattan Supreme Court yesterday (26FEB07), but was shocked when the judge refused to believe his esteemed Hollywood status.THE GOOD GERMAN and TRAFFIC filmmaker was called in to listen to the statutory rape case of an Upper East Side teacher accused of seducing two male

No Freebies For Del Toro
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:03:17 | Rate news: +0
Oscar-nominee Guillermo del TORO had to buy his own Academy Awards suit, because he wasn’t important enough to get a free one.The filmmaker’s movie PAN’S LABYRINTH picked up three awards and three losing nominations, including Del Toro in the Best Director character.But he insists he wasn’t deemed powerful enough to warrant special treatment - and

Pacino To Release Wilde Movie
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:02:37 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood veteran Al Pacino will release his OSCAR WILDE inspired movie SALOMAYBE? at the Venice Film Festival in September (07).The $8 million (£4.1 million) film, which retraces the infamous writer’s life, was shot in London, Paris and Dublin, and executive producer TONY SCHIENA was amused at the public’s reaction to it.Schiena says, "Al interacted with

Styler Gets Movie Off Ground After Five Years
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:01:56 | Rate news: +0
STING’s wife Trudie Styler has hit out at Hollywood "yes men" who fail to keep their promises - after her movie project fell through twice.Styler’s new movie A GUIDE TO RECOGNISING YOUR SAINTS stars ROBERT DOWNEY JR., who she credits for getting her involved, despite the struggle which followed.She says, "It was a very personal

Ford Gets Fit For Fourth Indiana Film
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:01:13 | Rate news: +0
Harrison Ford has taken on a gruelling fitness regime to get into shape for the return of INDIANA JONES later this year.After an 18 year break from the action adventure franchise, Ford, 64, is determined to get his body back on top form for his reprisal of the famous role.His partner, former ALLY McBEAL actress

Ditto Is Hot For Sheared Spears
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 16:00:32 | Rate news: +0
BRITNEY SPEARS’ new bald look has earned her a new romantic admirer - lesbian rocker BETH DITTO.THE GOSSIP frontwoman Ditto loves Spears’ new image and plans to seduce the troubled singer.Ditto, 25, says, "Britney’s new haircut makes her look like a butch dyke. I like it. I think I’ll her marry her, but I’ll have

Bobby Brown Arrested For Not Paying Child Support
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:34:35 | Rate news: +0
Bobby Brown may need some support when it comes to paying his child support.

The '80s R&B star was arrested on February 26 while at his daughter's cheerleading competition. If he does not pay the $20,000 owed to Kim Ward, the mother of two of his children, he faces up to 30 days in jail.

Watts The Story Regarding Pregnancy Naomi?
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:34:07 | Rate news: +0
For her next public event as a mother-to-be, Naomi Watts will probably choose a different designer than the one that made her Oscars dress.

The Australian star has been dodging media reports that she is expecting a baby with boyfriend Liev Schreiber. But now, after her appearance at the Academy Awards, she can finally start talking about impending motherhood.

Fiennes Air Fling May Be Pregnant
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:33:41 | Rate news: +0
It will be a flight to remember for Ralph Fiennes

The flight attendant who he was caught in a very compromising position with on a flight from Australia to India has officially been laid off from her Qantas airlines job.

"firecrotch" Davis Insults At Hilton's Birthday
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:33:12 | Rate news: +0
Not content with celebrating her birthday with just one blow-out party, Paris Hilton has done it again.

The second time around, more of Hilton's 'famous' friends showed up to toast the day the socialite was born.

Degeneres Gets Mixed Reviews At A Mediocre Oscars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:32:41 | Rate news: +0
With past hosts of the Academy Awards used the time on stage to play off the star audience, Ellen DeGeneres approach to the gig has been labeled as "safe" by some critics.

While the comedienne and talk-show host did not go as risque as previous hosts such as Jon Stewart, Chris Rock and Steve Martin, DeGeneres says the experience was more nerve-wracking than she initially anticipated.

Murphy's "dream" Is Over, Acts Like A Little "girl"
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:32:12 | Rate news: +0
Not everyone can be a winner at the Academy Awards and not everyone is happy about that.

While most nominees applauded the winners from their categories and smile graciously, best supporting actor candidate Eddie Murphy was not impressed when his name was not called out.

Drew Is Cameron's Angel
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:30:47 | Rate news: +0
They have fought bad guys together in "Charlie's Angels" but Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz were a solid team long before the blockbuster hit the screens.

In the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine, Diaz reveals that she met her future co-star and best friend when she was just 16.

Daniel Baldwin Tells Britbrit "don't Drink, Don't Use"
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:30:16 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears has a long way to go before she can ever declare a clean bill, but she can count on the support of a Hollywood star if she ever finds herself crumbling.

For now, BritBrit is "doing great" in rehab, according to Daniel Baldwin

Katie Holmes Loves Playing With Her "beautiful Little Girl"
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:29:47 | Rate news: +0
Katie Holmes is the proud mommy to what is probably Hollywood's most beautiful baby and the newlywed knows it too.

Katie recently gushed and said she "loves" being a mother to her "beautiful little girl."

John Legend Wants To Sing With Paris Hilton
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:29:15 | Rate news: +0
Why in the world he would want to record music with an overrated, ditzy star blonde is beyond me.

John Legend has said he wants to record a single with Paris Hilton

Beyonce Is Moved To Tears With Co-star's Oscar Win
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:28:31 | Rate news: +0
Beyonce shed a tear when "Dreamgirls" co-star Jennifer Hudson won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar on Sunday night, although they were probably angry tears that she didn't get nominated for an Oscar herself.

The singer-and-actress - wearing a revealing white Armani gown - was overcome by emotion as the former "American Idol" contestant tearfully accepted her Oscar.

Chisholm Near Suicide As A Spice Girl
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:08:29 | Rate news: +0
British singer Melanie Chisholm was almost driven to suicide at the height of her success as a SPICE GIRL, because she was under so much pressure to stay slim.The 33-year-old became clinically depressed as she tried to lose weight amid periods of binge eating and constant exercising.And things became so bad, Chisholm considered taking her

Michael Blames Marijuana For Ruining His Memory
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:07:43 | Rate news: +0
Pop superstar George Michael blames his marijuana habit for his dreadful memory - he can remember hardly anything from his days in 1980s pop duo WHAM!.The FAITH singer admits he is addicted to the drug - and is aware it is slowly ruining his voice - but believes it keeps him creative.Michael says, "It’s strange

Ditto: 'why Is Moss Nominated At Nme Awards?'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:06:59 | Rate news: +0
THE GOSSIP singer BETH DITTO has blasted the organisers of this year’s (07) NME Awards for allowing supermodel Kate Moss to be eligible for the Sexiest Female prize.Ditto, who is also up for the award, is amazed PETE DOHERTY’s on/off girlfriend Moss can be up for a trophy awarded by British music bible New Musical

Ellis-bextor Hails Outspoken Allen And Winehouse
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:06:15 | Rate news: +1
Singer SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR has praised her fellow British pop stars LILY ALLEN and AMY WINEHOUSE - because their outspoken intelligence brightens up the UK music scene.And the MURDER ON THE DANCE FLOOR star admits she identifies with Allen in particular.She says, "I’m glad to see the emergence of people with a brain and personality in

Bassey Eyes Chart Comeback
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:05:32 | Rate news: +0
Welsh singer DAME Shirley Bassey is staging a comeback with her first single release in over a decade.The GOLDFINGER star, who turned 70 last month (JAN07), has recorded THE LIVING TREE with a rock band and hopes the contemporary approach will net her a chart hit.Bassey is also planning to tape an album of dance

Potter Mania Forces Griffiths Out Theatre Window
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:03:32 | Rate news: +0
Veteran actor Richard Griffiths was forced to escape from a London theatre through a side window on Saturday (24FEB07), after hundreds of fans desperate to get a glimpse of HARRY POTTER star DANIEL RADCLIFFE had to be dispersed by police.Radcliffe, 17, is making his nude stage debut in a revival of controversial play EQUUS, and

Eastwood Looks Forward To Beckham Arrival
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:02:48 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood is looking forward to meeting soccer superstar DAVID BECKHAM when the Brit moves to California later this year (07).Beckham, his wife VICTORIA and their three children will emigrate to Los Angeles when he begins a new contract with LA Galaxy, and soccer fan Eastwood can’t wait.He says, "People are already talking

Dench's Movie Regrets
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:02:04 | Rate news: +0
Actress DAME Judi Dench dreads watching her own movie work, because she is never happy with how she chose to act out particular scenes.The Oscar-winning star believes her best performances are carried out behind closed doors.She says, "There are always 100 different ways of playing a scene, that is what is so irritating about seeing

Beckhams To Star In Reality Tv Show
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:01:17 | Rate news: +0
Victoria Beckham and her soccer superstar husband DAVID have signed a $19.5 million (£10 million) deal to star in their own reality TV show.The programme for US network NBC will follow the British couple as they move to Los Angeles later this year (07) when David begins a new contract with LA Galaxy.Victoria’s manager SIMON

Mirren: 'i Want To Play Royal Camilla'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:00:36 | Rate news: +0
DAME Helen Mirren would love to play British royal CAMILLA, DUCHESS OF CORNWALL in a new biopic.Fresh from her Best Actress Academy Award win as QUEEN ELIZABETH II in THE QUEEN on Sunday (25FEB07) night, Mirren is keen to star as PRINCE CHARLES’ wife.And she admires how Camilla ignored the UK media backlash against her

Lawyer: Dna Agreement Reached On Brown (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:32:49 | Rate news: +0
AP - A lawyer for James Brown partner says an agreement has been reached over obtaining DNA samples from the late soul singer's body.

Agreement Reached On Gathering Dna From James Brown
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:13:17 | Rate news: +0
A lawyer for James Brown partner says an agreement has been reached over obtaining DNA samples from his body. Brown's partner, Tomi Rae Hynie, originally didn't like the way the trustees wanted the DNA collected.

Paris Hilton Hates The Kinkajous
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:12:32 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton Would you throw away a life filled with luxury and fame for a chance to bite the crap out of Paris Hilton For one exotic pet, the choice was simple. Yes.TMZ has obtained video of Paris' former pet kinkajou, Baby Luv, sinking her teeth into the...

Spears Finds A Friend In Baldwin
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:12:00 | Rate news: +0
BRITNEY SPEARS has found an unlikely ally as she battles her demons in rehab recovering cocaine addict Daniel Baldwin Movie star Baldwin met up with the pop star at the Promises rehab clinic in Malibu, California over the weekend (24/25FEB07) and urged her to contact him if she needed to talk about her troubles.A source says,

Arkin Wanted Breslin To Lose Academy Award
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:07:13 | Rate news: +0
LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE Oscar winner Alan Arkin wanted his young co-star ABIGAIL BRESLIN to lose for Best Supporting Actress because an Academy Award win would ruin her childhood.The 72-year-old played Breslin’s grandfather in the film and insists he has the child star’s best interests at heart.He told ACCESS HOLLYWOOD on the red carpet before the

Birkhead Holds Baby Dannielynn
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:06:34 | Rate news: +0
The photojournalist battling to prove he’s the biological father of Anna Nicole SMITH’s baby daughter DANNIELYNN has held the tot in his arms for the first time after reportedly striking a deal with HOWARD K. STERN.LARRY BIRKHEAD is fighting Stern for custody of the five-month-old baby and the two men in the little girl’s life

Locklear And Wagner Dating?
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:05:54 | Rate news: +0
Heather Locklear and her former MELROSE PLACE co-star JACK WAGNER shocked guests at the Beverly Hills Hotel when they showed up holding hands for an Oscar party.Locklear, 45, and Wagner, 47, both appeared on the hit drama in the 1990s and have apparently kept in touch since the series ended.The new celebrity couple made their

Degeneres In Tears Over Oscars Feat
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:05:14 | Rate news: +0
Oscars host Ellen DeGeneres burst into tears on her live post-Academy Awards TV talk show yesterday (26FEB07), after a string of celebrities poured praise on her via video.The humbled comedienne fought to regain composure as her studio audience gave her a standing ovation following footage of DeGeneres’ day at the Oscars, where she realised a

Anna Nicole's Home Up For Sale
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:04:32 | Rate news: +0
The owners of the Bahamas mansion the late Anna Nicole SMITH called home have put the property on the market - and it could sell for a cool $10 million (£5.1 million).South Carolina real estate mogul G. BEN THOMPSON bought the Horizons estate in October (06) for $950,000 (£487,200), but he hopes the publicity surrounding

Degeneres Credits Spielberg For Oscars Tip
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:03:53 | Rate news: +0
Oscars host ELLEN DeGENERES owes movie mogul Steven Spielberg for helping her get through her first Academy Awards - because his pre-show tip helped her overcome her nerves.Spielberg sent the comedienne flowers when he first learned she’d be hosting the big show and had some excellent advice that helped DeGeneres keep her cool onstage.She recalls,

Ricci Ready To Quit Acting Before Black Snake Moan
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:03:10 | Rate news: +0
Actress Christina Ricci was on the verge of quitting her acting career before landing the lead role in new movie BLACK SNAKE MOAN.The 27-year-old was ready to leave her career behind if she couldn’t score a part that was perfect for her.And Ricci believes director CRAIG BREWER and producer JOHN SINGLETON initially thought she was

Olsen Twins Top First Forbes Under 21 Rich List
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:02:32 | Rate news: +0
Sisters ASHLEY and MARY-KATE OLSEN have topped Forbes magazine’s first-ever Hollywood’s Top Earning Stars Under 21 list.The 20-year-old twins earned an estimated $40 million (£20.5 million) last year (06) from their retail empire to beat HARRY POTTER star DANIEL RADCLIFFE to the top of the new rich list.Radcliffe, who is currently wowing theatre fans in

Mcavoy Wears His Grandfather's Tartan With Pride
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:01:52 | Rate news: +0
Proud Scot James McAvoy has been given a pass to snub his family tartan and wear a different kilt - because his grandfather was a famous Johnston.The actor is very proud of his heritage and often dons a kilt as a tribute to his forefathers and his native Scotland, but he’s happy he no longer

Pitt And Jolie Skip Oscars Ceremony
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:01:13 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt and ANGELINA JOLIE decided not to attend the Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday (25FEB07), even though Pitt’s film BABEL was nominated for Best Picture.The low-key couple were seen strolling around their new hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana on Friday afternoon (23FEB07) with daughters SHILOH and ZAHARA.The pair decided to keep working on their

Murphy 'storms Out' After Oscar Loss
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:00:33 | Rate news: +0
DREAMGIRLS star Eddie Murphy was so devastated after losing the Best Supporting Actor Academy Award to ALAN ARKIN he stormed out of the ceremony, according to press reports in the US.Murphy was the favourite to win the Oscar, which instead was awarded to LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE star Arkin.The 45-year-old tried to downplay his disappointment telling

Court Halts Anna Nicole Burial (reuters)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:30:19 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - A Florida appeals court suspended on Monday a lower court ruling that would have allowed the burial of former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith in the Bahamas, as the battle over her baby shifted to the Bahamian capital.

Bobby Brown Jailed Over Child Support (reuters)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:29:50 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - A Massachusetts judge sentenced R&B singer Bobby Brown to 30 days in jail on Monday unless he pays $20,000 in child support for two of his children -- his second arrest in the state in less than a year.

Brown Ordered Jailed Until He Pays $19k (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:29:22 | Rate news: +0
AP - Bobby Brown was ordered on Monday to remain in a county jail until he pays $19,000 in late child support and court fees, his lawyer said. "We're diligently working on getting those funds available from outside sources," said Phaedra Parks, an attorney in Atlanta where Brown currently lives. Parks doubted Brown would get out of jail before Tuesday morning.

Drunk Sharon Stone Raises Money At Post-oscars Celebrity Auction
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:28:35 | Rate news: +0
Wannabe auctioneer Sharon Stone can whip up a pile of money for charity - even when she's a little intoxicated, as she proved at pal Elton John's post-Oscars party in Hollywood last night. The actress, who has become famous for taking charge of celebrity auctions of late, took to the stage of the bash to help sell off prizes and raise cash for John's AIDS Foundation, but she admitted she was a little drunk.


More Quotes From Sunday Night's Academy Awards
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:28:05 | Rate news: +0
"This is the only naked man that will ever be in my bedroom." Gay singer Melissa Etheridge jokes about her plans for her new Oscar. The singer/songwriter claimed the Best Song prize at the Academy Awards last night.


Bobby Brown -- Too Broke To Get Out Of Jail?
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:09:55 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has learned that Bobby Brown is still sitting behind bars at Norfolk County House of Corrections in Massachusetts because, "He can't afford to pay his debt." In an exclusive conversation with Brown's attorney, Phaedra Parks, TMZ was told that the...

Anna's Home Will Go To Highest Bidder
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:09:17 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Anna Nicole Smith TMZ has learned the owners of the house in which Howard K. Stern is living are putting the property on the market for a cool $10 million!Horizons, the Bahamian oceanfront estate in which Anna Nicole lived, was purchased back in October by South...

Paisley Names Son
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:06:20 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Country star Brad Paisley and his actress wife KIMBERLY WILLIAMS-PAISLEY have named their new-born son WILLIAM HUCKLEBERRY.The couple welcomed their first child into the world last Thursday (22FEB07) at a Nashville, Tennessee hospital.Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment News Network (www.wenn.com)

Church Delighted With Puppy Present
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:05:42 | Rate news: +0
Charlotte Church was given a week-old puppy by her boyfriend GAVIN HENSON for her 21st birthday last week (21FEB07).The multi-millionaire singer-turned-TV presenter had asked rugby player Henson not to buy her an expensive gift, and was delighted when she found out he had bought her a terrier called Frankie.Church’s mother MARIA says, "Gavin’s already bought

Furtado Still On Top In Europe
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:05:03 | Rate news: +0
Singer Nelly Furtado continues to dominate at the top of the European singles chart - her smash hit ALL GOOD THINGS (COME TO AN END) is still at number one.British star MIKA climbs three places to number two with GRACE KELLY, and AKON FEAT SNOOP DOGG is at number three with WANNA LOVE YOU.At four

Smith's Mother Wins Stay In Burial Saga
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:04:25 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: A Florida appeals court has granted Anna Nicole SMITH’s estranged mother VIRGIE ARTHUR’s request for a stay in the tragic celebrity’s burial saga.A state judge awarded Smith’s remains to her daughter DANNIELYNN’s legally-appointed guardian last week (ends23FEB07), and recommended the body be buried next to her son in the Bahamas, where Smith had been

Hannah Pleased To Decline Pretty Woman Offer
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:03:46 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood actress Daryl Hannah is overjoyed she turned down the role in PRETTY WOMAN made famous by JULIA ROBERTS, because she now thinks of it as "degrading for the whole of womankind".The KILL BILL star declined the part of prostitute VIVIAN WARD in the 1990 movie - which shot Roberts to fame - because she

Doctor Who Could Die, Hints Tennant
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:03:08 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Actor David Tennant has hinted that DOCTOR WHO could die in the next series of the legendary TV sci-fi show.Tennant is the 10th actor to play the cult role, although reports claim he will quit the show after the third series - soon to air on BBC1 - because he does not want to

Dempsey Scared Of Real-life Medics
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:02:29 | Rate news: +0
GREY’S ANATOMY star Patrick Dempsey is frightened putting his life in the hands of real-life medics - despite playing the role of a doctor onscreen.The actor admits his time spent in a hospital setting has left him unprepared him for the actual trauma of any health complaints, and has criticised doctors who "don’t understand patients’

Mirren Almost Turned Down Royal Role
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:01:07 | Rate news: +0
Oscar winner DAME Helen Mirren nearly missed out on portraying ELIZABETH II in THE QUEEN, because she didn’t think she would do the British monarch justice.On Sunday (25FEB07) night, the 61-year-old won the Best Actress Academy Award for her role in The Queen.But Mirren admits she came close to turning down the part because she

Bobby Brown Arrested Again
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 04:00:27 | Rate news: +0
WHITNEY HOUSTON’s estranged husband Bobby Brown has been arrested again in Massachusetts for failing to appear at a child support hearing in October (06).The MY PREROGATIVE singer was apprehended at Attleboro High School on Sunday (25FEB07) night, on a warrant for failing to appear at the hearing.He was in town to watch his daughter BOBBI

Gore's Oscars Could Spur Action On Climate (reuters)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:47:46 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - The double Oscar win for "An Inconvenient Truth," former Vice President Al Gore expanded slide-show on global warming, could spur grassroots support for the fight against climate change, environmental advocates said on Monday.

Mirren May Be Invited To Tea With Queen (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:46:39 | Rate news: +0
AP - Helen Mirren who won the best actress Oscar for playing Queen Elizabeth II in "The Queen," may be invited to tea, Buckingham Palace said Monday.

Judge Makes No Ruling On Smith Baby (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:46:12 | Rate news: +0
AP - Anna Nicole Smith's mother and an ex-boyfriend fought for custody of her infant daughter in court Monday but the judge made no ruling — leaving the baby in the care of the former model's partner Howard K. Stern.

Florida Court Halts Anna Nicole Burial Ruling (reuters)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:45:44 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - A Florida appeals court suspended on Monday a lower court ruling that would have allowed the burial of former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith in the Bahamas, as the battle over her baby shifted to the Bahamian capital.

Bobby Brown Arrested In Mass. (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:45:15 | Rate news: +0
AP - For the second time in a year, Bobby Brown has been arrested while in town to watch his daughter at a cheerleading competition. Brown was picked up at Attleboro High School on Sunday night on a warrant for failing to appear at a child support hearing in October.

Right Oscar, Right Winner, Wrong Movie? (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:44:47 | Rate news: +0
AP - Yes, "The Departed" was smart, highly entertaining moviemaking. But nary a critic would say it was Martin Scorsese best film — not by a mile.

Court Allows Challenge From Smith's Mom (ap)
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:44:07 | Rate news: +0
AP - A Florida appeals court issued a stay Monday in the dispute over Anna Nicole Smith's body, ruling that her remains cannot be moved to the Bahamas until the judges hear a challenge from the starlet's estranged mother.

Celebrity Quotes
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:42:01 | Rate news: +0
"At the age of 12, I dyed my hair orange by mistake and I shaved my eyebrows. And my cheeks look fat when I smile." Mariah Carey recalls her beauty errors.

"I think I'll always be a bit of a wood nymph when it comes to sexuality." Drew Barrymore reveals a personal thought.


Publicist Accidentally 'confirms' Naomi Watts Is Pregnant
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:41:22 | Rate news: +0
A publicist for fashion company Escada has inadvertently confirmed Australian actress Naomi Watts is pregnant with her first child. The 38-year-old actress has refused to speak about rumors she is expecting, despite sporting a new fuller figure.


J.j. Abrams Finalizes 'star Trek' Deal
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:40:54 | Rate news: +0
J.J. Abrams has signed on to direct the next installment of the Star Trek feature franchise after months of speculation. "Star Trek XI" will focus on a young James T. Kirk and Mr. Spock and chronicles their first meeting at Starfleet Academy and their first mission in space.


Shohreh Aghdashloo To Guest Star On 'grey's Anatomy'
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:39:35 | Rate news: +0
Academy Award-nominated actress Shohreh Aghdashloo will guest star in the hit drama series Grey’s Anatomy in an episode entitled “Scars and Souvenirs,” airing Thursday, March 15 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET), on ABC. Aghdashloo will portray patient Helen Crawford.


Martin Scorsese Says It's Been Worth The Wait To Get An Oscar
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:38:55 | Rate news: +0
Martin Scorsese is glad he didn't receive an Academy Award for directing earlier in his career because it might have changed the way he made movies. Scorsese had received six nominations for directing and eight nominations overall in his 40-year career, before winning for The Departed last night.


Ellen Degeneres Was Emotionally Drained Following Oscars
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:38:28 | Rate news: +0
An emotional Ellen DeGeneres was left exhausted after realizing her life-long dream of hosting the Academy Award ceremony last night. The comedienne and talk show host was still reeling immediately after the show at the Vanity Fair Oscar party.


Melissa Etheridge Agonized About Oscars Kiss
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:37:59 | Rate news: +0
Lesbian rocker Melissa Etheridge agonized over whether it was appropriate to kiss her wife at the Oscars - because she isn't fond of public displays of affection.

The singer/songwriter knew she had an outside chance of winning gold at the Academy Awards last night for her An Inconvenient Truth song I Need To Wake Up and she wanted to find the best way to thank partner Tammy Lynn Michaels.


Pals Pose & Make 'acceptance' Speeches With George Clooney's Oscar
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:37:29 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney had fun with his Best Supporting Actor Oscar - by using it as a photo prop at his mansion in Italy. The movie star took his Academy Award to Europe with him as he chilled out after the Oscars - and insisted all visitors posed with it.


Whoopi Goldberg Turns Down Invite To Ancestral Home In Africa
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:36:20 | Rate news: +0
Whoopi Goldberg has declined an invitation to visit the home of her ancestors because of her fear of flying. The Hollywood star - who has not been on an airplane in over 20 years - recently had her DNA tested to trace her African roots and found she was descended from two tribes in the small state of Guinea-Bissau, western Africa.


Bobby Brown Visits Daughter And Gets Arrested Again
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:19:08 | Rate news: +0
Brown was picked up at Attleboro High School on Sunday night on a warrant for failing to appear at a child support hearing in October.

Helen Mirren May Be Invited To Tea With The Queen
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:18:27 | Rate news: +0
The film's director, Stephen Frears, has already suggested that he, Mirren and screenwriter Peter Morgan would visit the queen at the palace next month.

Plans To Move Anna Nicole's Body Put On Hold
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:17:59 | Rate news: +0
A Florida appeals court action means Smith's remains cannot be moved until the court hears a challenge from the starlet's estranged mother.

Rock Out?
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:16:55 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Hot Bodies Move over Alanis, Ryan Reynolds got a new playmate -- The Rock?The two hunks-of-men were spotted chatting in front of The Prime Grill -- the site of Paris Hilton's greasied birthday blowout -- where the former WWE man-in-tights asked Reynolds, "Have...

Anna Nicole -- Dissed In Death?
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:16:16 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith With her killer resume packed with hit movies like "Naked Gun 33 1/3," "To the Limit" and of course, the cult classic "Wasabi Tuna," it was a complete shock when the late Anna Nicole Smith turned up missing from Oscar's annual morgue montage....

Katie Holmes Appears Sans Minders
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:15:47 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Tom and Katie Thetan-in-training Katie Holmes brought her hypnotic charm to the ultra-chic Giorgio Armani fashion show Saturday night, where she posed for pics on the red carpet and even took time to answer a few questions. Sounding like she was reading from a...

Bobby Brown Sent To The Slammer
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:14:26 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice UPDATE [4:25]: TMZ has learned that Bobby Brown was sentenced to 10-30 days in jail for failing to appear at a child support hearing. Brown is currently being transported to the Norfolk County House of Corrections. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ...

Larry Birkhead -- Meet Dannielynn
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:13:47 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith TMZ has learned Larry Birkhead has met the infant he believes is his daughter.As we first reported, Birkhead and Howard K. Stern have been in settlement negotiations for several days. Birkhead's lawyer, Debra Opri, told TMZ paternity and custody of...

Keep Your Pants On -- Kim's Sex Tape On Hold!
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:13:20 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has learned that the porno company that owns Kim Kardashian and Ray-J's controversial sex tape has agreed to halt distribution of the video ... for now. Sigh.In a statement to TMZ, Vivid Entertainment says that "Kim Superstar" will go on...

Court Says Not So Fast, Body Going Nowhere
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:12:42 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith A Florida appeals court issued a stay Monday in the dispute over Anna Nicole Smith's body, ruling that her remains cannot be moved to the Bahamas until the court hears a challenge from the former Playmate's estranged mother, Virgie Arthur. Arthur...

Hudson Still In Love With Childhood Sweetheart
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:12:10 | Rate news: +0
DREAMGIRLS star JENNIFER HUDSON has no plans to leave her longtime boyfriend now that she has made it big in Hollywood, because she knows he loves her for her true self.Hudson has been dating childhood sweetheart JAMES PEYTON for seven years and the two are still madly in love.When asked by US journalist Barbara Walters

Bon Jovi Thrilled With Etheridge Win
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:11:30 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Jon Bon JOVI was thrilled when good friend MELISSA ETHERIDGE picked up Best Original Song at the Academy Awards, because it was so unexpected.The singer won for her tune I NEED TO WAKE UP from former US Vice President AL GORE’s environmental documentary AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH.Bon Jovi said his favourite moment of the night,

Diddy Heaps Praise On Beckham's Style
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:10:49 | Rate news: +0
Rap mogul-turned-designer SEAN ‘DIDDY’ COMBS has given POSH SPICE Victoria Beckham his biggest style praise because he thinks the former pop star is the best dressed celebrity.Combs admits he often marvels at Beckham’s fashion choices and hopes her move to Los Angeles this summer (07) will impact US style.He tells Blender magazine, "I like the

Jones Locks Her Grammys Away
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:10:08 | Rate news: +0
Norah Jones has locked her Grammy Awards away in a box in her closet - because she’s terrified of dropping one.The singer has eight Grammys but her awards aren’t on show.The sultry jazz singer tells Blender magazine, "They’re really heavy. I’m scared I’ll drop one on my head. I can just see the headline: ‘Norah

Jones Has Her Last Show All Planned
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:08:43 | Rate news: +0
Jazz star Norah Jones has her burial plans worked out - she wants her ashes scattered around Big Bend National Park in her native Texas.The singer hopes she has a lot more time to make a final decision on her final resting place, but she’d be set if she died tomorrow.And she knows she doesn’t

Designer Accidentally Reveals Watts Baby News
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:08:02 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: A publicist for fashion company Escada has inadvertently confirmed Australian actress Naomi Watts is pregnant with her first child.The 38-year-old actress has refused to speak about rumours she is expecting, despite sporting a new fuller figure.But last night (25FEB07) a representative for Escada, who designed Watt’s Oscar gown, sent out a press release saying,

Scorsese Grateful For Belated Oscar Recognition
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:07:19 | Rate news: +0
Director Martin Scorsese is glad he didn’t receive an Academy Award for directing earlier in his career, because it might have changed the way he made movies.Scorsese had received six nominations for directing and eight nominations overall in his 40-year career, before winning for THE DEPARTED last night (25FEB07).He explains, "I’ve just been used to

Abrams Set For Next Star Trek Film
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:06:40 | Rate news: +0
MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE III director J.J. Abrams has signed on to direct the next installment of the STAR TREK feature franchise after months of speculation.STAR TREK XI will focus on a young JAMES T. KIRK and MR. SPOCK and chronicles their first meeting at Starfleet Academy and their first mission in space.Sources tell the Hollywood Reporter

Mcavoy Supports Knightley's Anorexia Battle
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:05:55 | Rate news: +0
THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND star JAMES McAVOY has come out in defence of pal Keira Knightley amid tabloid claims the actress is suffering from an eating disorder.The PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN star has been dogged by anorexia claims for the past 18 months but insists she’s just naturally skinny.And, as Knightley prepares to do

Emotional Ellen Exhausted After Hosting Duties
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:05:13 | Rate news: +0
An emotional Ellen DeGeneres was left exhausted after realising her life-long dream of hosting the Academy Award ceremony last night (25FEB07).The comedienne and US talk show host was still reeling immediately after the show at the Vanity Fair Oscar party.She explained, "(The experience) made me want to cry. I don’t know, it’s tough. You’re scrutinised

Nicholson Goes Bald To Play Cancer Patient
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:03:53 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: The bald look Jack Nicholson sported at the Oscars last night (25FEB07) is for a new movie role, in which he plays a cancer patient on the run.In director ROB REINER’s new comedy, THE BUCKET LIST, Nicholson and MORGAN FREEMAN play cancer patients who break out of hospital for one final adventure.Movie & Entertainment

Clooney Has Fun With His Oscar
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:03:11 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney had fun with his Best Supporting Actor Oscar - by using it as a photo prop at his mansion in Italy.The movie star took his Academy Award to Europe with him as he chilled out after the Oscars - and insisted all visitors posed with it.He says, "There’s always great people who stop

Hayek, Aniston & Sedgwick Celebrated For Body Shots
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:02:32 | Rate news: +0
SALMA HAYEK, Jennifer Aniston and KYRA SEDGWICK have been honoured for baring all on the big screen by saucy internet site MrSkin.com.The trio has been lauded for their beautiful bodies and body parts as part of the celebrity nude site’s eighth annual Anatomy Awards.Hayek claimed the Best Breasts prize for her topless scene in ASK

Cage Wants The Fly
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:01:51 | Rate news: +0
Nicolas Cage is vying for the part of THE FLY in a planned remake of DAVID CRONENBERG’s 1986 cult classic, according to the director himself.Cronenberg, who is working on an operatic version of the creepy man-insect story, will not be involved in the remake, but he has been kept abreast of developments.He tells E! "From

Lansing Shocked By Cruise Presentation
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:01:11 | Rate news: +0
Ex-Paramount Pictures head SHERRY LANSING was shocked when Tom Cruise presented her with a humanitarian prize at the Academy Awards ceremony because they barely spoke just days earlier.The pair have worked together on film projects for years and Lansing was confused when Cruise seemed distant when they ran into each other just before the Oscars.Lansing

Boozy Stone Auctions Up A Storm At Elton's Party
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:31 | Rate news: +0
Wannabe auctioneer Sharon Stone can whip up a pile of money for charity - even when she’s a little intoxicated, as she proved at pal SIR ELTON JOHN’s post-Oscars party in Hollywood last night (25FEB07).The actress, who has become famous for taking charge of celebrity auctions of late, took to the stage of the bash

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