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Patrick Swayze Calls Tabloid Reports 'lies'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:35:48 | Rate news: +0
Patrick Swayze admits he's in the fight of his life battling pancreatic cancer, but says tabloid reports about his condition taking a turn for the worse are false. In a statement to People the 56-year-old actor says, "I'm very proud of the work I've done on my new series 'The Beast,' and I am happy to be back home for the holidays. It's a great feeling of accomplishment to say you're gonna do something and do it." "The only thorn in my side being that many tabloids have been consistently reporting lies and false information about me and those close to me. And latest, they're reporting that I'm on my last legs and saying goodbye to my tearful family! "Pancreatic cancer is an aggressive disease and from the moment I was diagnosed, I knew I was in for the fight of my life. It's a battle, and so far, I've been winning. I'm one of the lucky few that responds well to treatment. "It's upsetting that the shoddy and reckless reporting from these publications cast a negative shadow on the positive and good fight I'm fighting. For me, my family, and those close to me, it amounts to downright emotional cruelty. That makes me angry when hope is so precious." He concludes, "As always, I appreciate all the love and support people have sent and continue to send my way. I thank you."

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Pitt Hates The Paparazzi, Talking About His Family (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:34:23 | Rate news: +0
AP - Brad Pitt has some strong words for the paparazzi.

Britney Spears "circus" Is Back -- New Album, Tour (reuters)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:33:19 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Britney Spears starred in her own "Circus" on Tuesday, performing songs from her new album of that name under a big top in New York City, unveiling plans for a 2009 tour and celebrating her 27th birthday.

Starlet's Brother-in-law Arrested In Triple Murder Case (afp)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:32:15 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Police have arrested Oscar-winning starlet Jennifer Hudson brother-in-law in connection with the October 24 murders of her nephew, brother and mother in Chicago, a police spokeswoman said.

Britney Spears To Embark On `circus' Tour In March (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:31:46 | Rate news: +0
AP - Britney Spears is taking her "Circus" act on the road.

Ted Kennedy Gets Harvard Honorary Degree (afp)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:31:19 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Veteran liberal US Senator Edward Kennedy on Monday was awarded an honorary degree by Harvard University in recognition of his decades of service to the country.

New Tv On Dvd, Dec. 2
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:30:33 | Rate news: +0
Law & Order season six begins with another cast change - Chris Noth is no longer present as Detective Mike Logan. Benjamin Bratt takes his place as Detective Reynaldo 'Rey' Curtis.

Itunes: Coldplay, Leona Lewis Topped Sales In 2008
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:29:27 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - Coldplay was the hottest iTunes album download this year: Its "Viva la Vida" was crowned the best-selling album of 2008,


Kirsten Dunst Gets Order Against Alleged Stalker
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:28:50 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Kirsten Dunst doesn't need Spider-Man — she's got an assistant who recently proved capable of protecting the actress.


Britney Spears Tops Yahoo Searches
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:27:46 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - She did it again: Britney Spears was the most popular search term on Yahoo for the fourth year in a row — her seventh time topping the list.


Courtney Love Admits To Daughter She Took Heroin While Pregnant
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:26:41 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Courtney Love has been completely honest with her daughter about her battle with drugs - even telling the youngster she took heroin during her pregnancy.


Jennifer Hudson's Former Brother-in-law Arrested For Killings
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:26:14 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Hudson former brother-in-law has been arrested in connection with the murders of the singer/actress' mother, brother and nephew.


Ben Stiller Confirms 'zoolander' Sequel
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:25:47 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood funnyman Ben Stiller has confirmed he is working on a sequel to his 2001 comedy hit Zoolander. Stiller, who played a dim-witted model in the original movie,


Mischa Barton Tops Movie Nudes List
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:25:20 | Rate news: +0
Mischa Barton nude scene in British moviemaker Richard Attenborough's romance drama Closing The Ring has been named the flesh-flashing clip of the year.


Paris Hilton's Second Album In Jeopardy
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:24:15 | Rate news: +0
Socialite Paris Hilton is having problems with her second pop album - she can't find a record label willing to release it.


Mr. Bass Gets Into An Accident On 'gossip Girl'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:23:10 | Rate news: +0
A few weeks have passed, but nothing from the Gossip Girl Thanksgiving has remained in the past. Lily (Kelly Rutherford) and Bart (Robert John Burke) aren't speaking


Simon Cowell: 'spears Was In Awe Of Me'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:22:32 | Rate news: +0
American Idol judge Simon Cowell is convinced Britney Spears is in awe of him - because she appeared to be star struck when they met.


Brangelina Can't Cook
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:22:05 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt is ashamed of his poor cookery skills but insists his partner Angelina Jolie is no better - announcing the best meal she has prepared for him is "cereal."


Alicia Keys' High-waist Jeans - Hot Or Not?
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:21:01 | Rate news: +4
Alicia Keys wore high-waist jeans with suspenders for her performance yesterday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Do you think Alicia pulled off this bold look?


Britney Spears Announces American Tour Dates With Pussycat Dolls
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:19:18 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears has delighted fans by announcing the dates of the North American leg of her upcoming world tour - and she plans to take in twenty different cities.


Brad Pitt Hates The Paparazzi, Talking About His Family
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:17:34 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - Brad Pitt has some strong words for the paparazzi. In an interview on NBC's "Today" show, Pitt said: "Let me be very blunt: I hate them. I hate these people.


Celine Dion 'too Busy' To Write New Songs
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:17:08 | Rate news: +1
Singer Celine Dion is struggling to write songs - insisting she is "too busy" to pen new material.


Slideshow: Robert Pattinson - Hot Or Not?
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:16:41 | Rate news: +5
Twilight star Robert Pattinson is being heralded by many as the latest and hottest male sex symbol. Others say he looks like he needs a shower and a haircut. What do you think?


Lindsay Lohan Slams Facebook
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:16:14 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan has hit out at social networking site Facebook - on her MySpace profile page.


Dakota Fanning: 'i Don't Want To Be Normal'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:15:48 | Rate news: +0
Dakota Fanning is glad she sacrificed a normal childhood to pursue her movie career - as the teenage actress always wanted to be different from her peers.


Marg Helgenberger And Husband Split
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:15:20 | Rate news: +1
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation star Marg Helgenberger and her husband of 19 years have split. A publicist for the actress has confirmed that she and actor husband Alan Rosenberg "have decided to take some time apart."


Nick Cannon Splashes Out $1.5 Million On Ski Chalet For Wife Mariah Carey
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:14:10 | Rate news: +0
Mariah Carey's husband has bought her a $1.5 million ski chalet. Nick Cannon - who married the "Touch My Body" singer in April - splashed out on the five-bedroom property in Aspen, Colorado, as an early Christmas present for the 38-year-old star.

A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "Nick is clearly still in the honeymoon phase. He's shocked all their pals by going out of his way to nab Mariah this beautiful sanctuary."

Brad Pitt Says He And Angelina Jolie Felt "something Mystical" In New Orleans
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:13:44 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt says he and Angelina Jolie moved to New Orleans because they felt "something mystical could happen" there. The couple relocated to the U.S. city after a visit convinced them it was the perfect location to raise their six children.

Speaking at the New Orleans premiere of his new movie "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" - which was filmed in the city - Monday night, Brad said: "Well it was big tax breaks that brought us here. I mean, that's not my department, but that's what brought us here. I'm telling you, it did something else for the film."

Britney Spears "in Awe" Of Simon Cowell
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:19:20 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears was "in awe" of Simon Cowell when she met him on "The X Factor."

Simon - who was photographed with Britney and his fellow judges Louis Walsh, Dannii Minogue and Cheryl Cole after performing her hit track "Womanizer" on the British TV talent show on Saturday - claims the 27-year-old star was stunned when she met him.

Daniel Radliffe Says It Would Be Great To Get An Erection While On Stage
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:18:53 | Rate news: +0
Daniel Radcliffe says it "would be great" to get an erection on stage while performing in "Equus."

The 19-year-old actor strips off in the controversial play about a boy with a partly religious, partly sexual fascination with horses, and admits he would feel more comfortable if the audience saw his manhood in all its glory.

Joe Jonas Inspired By Rolling Stones Rocker Mick Jagger
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:18:26 | Rate news: +0
Joe Jonas is inspired by Sir Mick Jagger The 19-year-old Jonas Brothers frontman - who wears a purity ring as a sign of his pre-marriage chastity - says the womanizing Rolling Stones singer is his musical hero and he tries to act like him on stage.

Joe said: "I would love to meet Mick Jagger A lot of what I do on stage is inspired by Jagger. I love the way he performs and how he dances."

Kim Kardashian Vows Never To Do Playboy Again
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:18:00 | Rate news: +1
Kim Kardashian has vowed never to pose naked for Playboy again. The 28-year-old beauty - who appeared as a Playboy Centerfold in the pages of the adult publication last year - has no plans to strip off again in the future.

She said: "It was a one-off. I don't think I'll do Playboy or anything like that again."

Britney Spears To Marry Again In Five Years Time
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:17:33 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears wants to marry again in "five years" time. The 27-year-old singer - who is divorced from second husband Kevin Federline, and had her 2005 marriage to Jason Alexander annulled after just 55 hours - is keen to wed for a third time despite her bad experiences.

She told America's Glamour magazine: "In five years I would like to be married and have a father figure for my kids, someone who is a provider and can be really stable."

Kristen Dunst Awarded A Restraining Order Against Home Trespasser
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:17:07 | Rate news: +0
Kirsten Dunst has been awarded a restraining order against a man who repeatedly tried to break into her home.

When Kirsten applied for the order, she revealed she was terrified of Christopher Smith, who was arrested for trespassing on the "Spider-Man" star's property and trying to enter her home.

Blake Fielder-civil Thinks Starring On "celebrity Big Brother" Would Win Wife Amy Winehouse Back
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:16:40 | Rate news: +0
Amy Winehouse husband is planning to appear on her favorite TV show to win her back.

Blake Fielder-Civil - who has been in rehab since leaving prison last month - reportedly thinks starring on reality series "Celebrity Big Brother" would be the perfect way to prove his love for the troubled singer and show he has quit drugs.

Shia Labeouf Tapped To Star In New Legal Drama Film
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:16:13 | Rate news: +0
Shia LaBeouf is set to star in a new John Grisham adaptation. The actor has agreed to take the lead role in thriller "The Associate" next year.

Shia - who recently made website ETonline's top 10 hunks of 2008 list - will play a Yale Law School student who is manipulated into accepting a job at a high-flying law firm before he discovers privileged information about a sensitive case.

Sienna Miller Wants To Work With Balthazar Getty In Film
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:15:46 | Rate news: +0
Sienna Miller and Balthazar Getty want to star in a film together. The "Factory Girl" star - who was recently reunited with the married "Brothers and Sisters" actor following a brief split - hopes working together will win over critics of their romance.

A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "Her advisers are warning how unpopular that would be."

Tilda Swinton's Illness Helped Her Performance In Her New Film
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:15:19 | Rate news: +0
Tilda Swinton says getting dysentery helped her performance in her new film.

The Oscar-winning British actress - who plays an alcoholic in "Julia," which was hit by severe budget cuts and shot in Los Angeles - claims the debilitating illness, which leaves sufferers with chronic diarrhea, helped her connect with the role.

Picture Showing 9-year-old Prince Charles While Listening To His Mother Made Public
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:14:14 | Rate news: +0
A photograph of Britain's Prince Charles aged nine listening to his mother, Queen Elizabeth, give her first Christmas TV broadcast has been made public for the first time.

The exclusive shot of Charles from Christmas Day 1957 - which sees him sitting in a chair wearing sound engineer earphones - was taken by the BBC's superintendent of lighting Harold Mayhew, nicknamed "Mr Grumps" by BBC staff, and have now been made public by Harold's son Eddie Harper-Mayhew.

Secretary Of State Condoleezza Rice Plays The Piano For Queen Elizabeth
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:13:47 | Rate news: +0
Britain's Queen Elizabeth was treated to a private piano recital by outgoing U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice Monday.

Condoleezza, who is a concert level pianist, played a piece by Brahms, and was joined by Louise Miliband - the wife of U.K. Foreign Secretary David Miliband - and three members of the London Symphony Orchestra.

Ashlee Simpson's Postpartum Party
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:04:18 | Rate news: +0
Unless Bronx Mowgli Wentz ages 20 years and 46 weeks by New Year's Eve -- he'll be spending it sans his emo mom and pops Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz are giving up diaper duty for the night to host Pure Nightclub's New Year's Eve party in Las...

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Helen Mirren -- Throw Her A Frickin' Bone!
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:02:22 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Wacky & Weird

Some celebs worry about having too much junk in the trunk -- not Helen Mirren she just is the junk in the trunk.Come on, she's a great Dame, not a Great Dane!See Also Come Helen or High Water...

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Fergie Likes 'em Big
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:01:55 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies, Fergie Josh Duhamel towered over a mini Fergie as they arrived at LAX this weekend.Sometimes big gifts come in big packages.See Also One Big Happy Family Fergie: I've Got More Cushion For the Pushin'...

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Shia Labeouf Headed Back To School?
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:33:56 | Rate news: +0
‘Transformers’ star Shia LaBeouf may be headed to college next year.   The 21-year-old actor will play a law student at Yale in ‘The Associate,’ a legal thriller based on the novel by popular author John Grisham, Variety reports. The trade paper says Shia's character will leave school when he is offered a job at a law firm and gains privileged information regarding a multi-billion dollar lawsuit. Shia's highly-anticipated 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' will be in theaters June 26, 2009.

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Video: Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Bring 'button' To New Orleans
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:32:49 | Rate news: +0
"The Insider" is with Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie as they return to the Big Easy for the premiere of Brad's whimsical new film, 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.'   "This film owes so much to New Orleans itself and the people of New Orleans, so it's really nice for us to unleash it here first," Brad tells us. "We're really grateful to the contribution." In theaters Christmas Day, the film follows the life of Benjamin Button, who is born as an old man and ages backwards as he gets older. Watch "The Insider" for more with Brad and Angelina and 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'!

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"the Insider"'s Britney Birthday Bash Exclusive!
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:32:20 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears is turning 27 on Tuesday, and "The Insider" is going where no other TV show can -- behind the velvet ropes of Britney’s birthday party!   "The Insider" has your invite to Britney’s party -- taking you inside the exclusive event! Britney will celebrate her birthday in style at the chic Tenjune nightclub in New York City’s edgy meatpacking district. Brit has a lot to celebrate -- her album, 'Circus,' debuts Tuesday as well! Tune in to "The Insider" on Wednesday for your exclusive pass to Britney's birthday party! Then, keep watching "The Insider" and visiting TheInsider.com for all the Britney scoop this week, counting down to Friday, when we’ll have the exclusive world premiere of her new video "Circus"!

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Celebrity Birthdays, December 2
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:28:47 | Rate news: +0
Happy Birthday to pop-princess Britney Spears (1981), Canadian singer Nelly Furtado (1978), Serbian tennis star Monica Seles (1973), Foo Fighters bass player Nate Mendel (1968), "Charlie's Angels" actress Lucy Liu (1968),


Winona Ryder Loses $125,000 Worth Of Diamonds
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:15:33 | Rate news: +0
Winona Ryder has apparently lost $125,000 of diamonds that had been loaned to her by Bulgari for her appearance at an awards ceremony in Spain.

Britney Spears Tops Yahoo Searches
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:15:06 | Rate news: +0
She did it again: Britney Spears was the most popular search term on Yahoo for the fourth year in a row - her seventh time topping the list.

Spears bested World Wrestling Entertainment, Barack Obama, Miley Cyrus and the online game "RuneScape" as the five most-searched terms of 2008, the Web portal and search company announced Monday, a day before the singer released her new album "Circus."

Nicole Kidman 'hated' By Facebook Users
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:14:02 | Rate news: +0
Nicole Kidman seems to be a popular topic of discussion on Facebook ? because of users' hatred towards the actress.



And their hatred has sky-rocketed so much that they are forming anti-Kidman campaigns.

Husband Of '30 Rock' Actress Tina Fey Talks About Her Facial Scar
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:13:35 | Rate news: +0
Tina Fey husband is talking about something the "30 Rock" actress would rather not discuss: the scar on her left cheek.

In an interview in Vanity Fair, Jeff Richmond says a stranger slashed Fey's face when she was five years old. He says the incident occurred in the front yard of her house.

Brad Pitt Reveals Angelina Jolie's Lack Of Cooking Skill
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:12:57 | Rate news: +0
Angelina Jolie can play her characters well in her movies, but she isn't a good chef at home. Her longtime partner Brad Pitt has opened her lack of cooking skill in a recent interview with chef Jamie Oliver's magazine, according to Guardian.

Rose To Blame For Album Flop?
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:10:26 | Rate news: +0
Officials at GUNS N’ ROSES’ record label are reportedly blaming frontman AXL ROSE for the disappointing sales of their new album - because the singer refused to promote the LP properly.The long-awaited Chinese democracy failed to top the British charts this weekend (29-30Nov08), losing out to the new offering by Las Vegas rockers The Killers.And

Cowell: 'spears Was In Awe Of Me'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:09:46 | Rate news: +0
AMERICAN IDOL judge Simon Cowell is convinced BRITNEY SPEARS is in awe of him because she appeared to be starstruck when they met.The music mogul was delighted that the pop superstar agreed to appear on his British TV talent show X Factor on Saturday (29Nov08) night, and the pair first came face-to-face at the London

Love Was Refused Weight-loss Operation
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:08:31 | Rate news: +0
Former HOLE singer Courtney Love was once so desperate to lose weight, she pleaded with doctors to fit her with a gastric band.The rocker is keen to keep hold of her slim-line figure, but hates dieting, and was convinced a gastric band - which limits the amount of food the stomach can hold - would

Harrison Was Offered Python Role
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:07:52 | Rate news: +0
A newly unearthed interview with THE BEATLES has discovered George Harrison was originally offered the role of JESUS CHRIST in MONTY PYTHON’s THE LIFE OF BRIAN.The musician, who died in 2001, was a driving force behind the religious comedy classic, which follows the story of a young Jewish man born in the same era and

Medical Worker Admits Celebrity 'snooping'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:07:14 | Rate news: +0
A former employee of Los Angeles’ UCLA Medical Center has pleaded guilty to charges of selling information about celebrity patients to a U.S. tabloid.Lawanda Jackson, 49, is charged with illegally accessing the files of stars including Farrah Fawcett and Britney Spears and passing the information on to the National Enquirer in exchange for cash.Jackson is

Barrowman Apologises For On-air Exposure
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:06:35 | Rate news: +0
DOCTOR WHO star John Barrowman has been forced to apologise after exposing himself during a live radio show and webcast.The openly gay star was making an appearance on a BBC Radio 1 show on Monday (01Dec08) night when he dropped his pants in front of presenters Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac.Grimshaw asked the actor, "You’re

Pitt & Jolie Can't Cook
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:05:57 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt is ashamed of his poor cookery skills but insists his partner ANGELINA JOLIE is no better - announcing the best meal she has prepared for him is "cereal." The Hollywood couple has six children together, but Pitt admits that neither of them are able to conjure up a meal for their family -

Beckhams Denies 'courting Fame'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:05:18 | Rate news: +0
Former SPICE GIRLS star Victoria Beckham feels she is often misrepresented as a publicity-hungry star - insisting she goes to great lengths to avoid appearing at celebrity hotspots.The star and her husband, David, live in Los Angles with their three sons, and are often photographed out and about in the city.But Beckham is adamant that

Clooney Snubbed Over Frost/nixon
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:04:39 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney was desperate to direct new political movie FROST/NIXON - but was snubbed in favour of filmmaker RON HOWARD.British writer, Peter Morgan, who penned the play on which the movie is based, has revealed that Clooney approached him and asked to be given the director’s role.But Morgan turned him down, giving the job instead

Miller Planning Movie With Getty?
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:03:22 | Rate news: +0
British actress Sienna Miller is reportedly planning to make a movie with her on/off boyfriend BALTHAZAR GETTY.The Alfie star has been romantically linked to oil heir and actor Getty since the summer (08) when they were seen in Prague in the Czech Republic, on the set of Miller’s new movie G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra.The

Knightley & Miller Joke About Romance
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:02:44 | Rate news: +0
British actresses Keira Knightley and SIENNA MILLER joked with reporters at a recent London awards ceremony - by pretending to be lovers.The pair has been pals since starring in Dylan Thomas biopic The Edge of Love together.And when they were both stuck for a date for the British Independent Film Awards on Sunday (29Nov08) night,

Hilton's Second Album In Jeopardy
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:01:25 | Rate news: +0
Socialite Paris Hilton is having problems with her second pop album - she can’t find a record label willing to release it.The Simple LIfe star founded Heiress Records, a sub-label of Warner Bros.Records, in 2004 and released her self-titled debut album, Paris, under that label in 2006.The LP reached number six on the U.S. Billboard

New Video: Brad Pitt's Return To New Orleans
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:27:14 | Rate news: +0
"The Insider" is with Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie as they return to the Big Easy for the premiere of Brad's whimsical new film, 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.' In theaters Christmas Day, the film follows the life of Benjamin Button, who is born as an old man and ages backwards as he gets older. Watch "The Insider" for more with Brad and Angelina and 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'!

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Former College Football Player Charged With Threatening Sharapova (afp)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:26:26 | Rate news: +2
AFP - A former US university gridiron player has been charged with threatening Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova as well as his former coach.

Love Told Daughter About Drug Pregnancy
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:08:32 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Courtney Love has been completely honest with her daughter about her battle with drugs - even telling the youngster she took heroin during her pregnancy.Love openly admits taking a variety of illegal drugs while she was pregnant with 16 year old Frances Bean, her daughter with late husband Kurt Cobain. But the singer insists

Costello Adamant Napoleon Dynamite Was His Idea
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:07:53 | Rate news: +0
Elvis Costello is still upset with moviemaker JARED HESS for using his mid-1980s alter-ego NAPOLEON DYNAMITE in his hit 2004 film - and refusing to credit the rocker.Hess maintains the name of his socially-challenged film character was something he dreamed up - but Costello disputes this.Costello tells America’s Spin magazine, "The guy just denies completely

Minogue Denies Love Split
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:07:14 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Dannii Minogue and her rugby player boyfriend KRIS SMITH have dismissed rumours of a split - insisting their relationship is "going well." The couple’s romance came under the spotlight after Australian media reported the pair had broken up in secret last week (beg24Nov08).But Minogue and Smith put on a united front by stepping

Cedric Collects The Time Of His Life
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:04:40 | Rate news: +0
BARBERSHOP star Cedric the ENTERTAINER treats himself to an expensive new watch every time he completes a movie.The funnyman seeks out quality timepieces on location, but refuses to buy his dream watch until the end of the movie.He tells WENN, "I collect watches and so after finishing a project I go and buy a watch

Madonna & Rodriguez Spend The Weekend In Mexico City
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:03:25 | Rate news: +0
MADONNA and baseball hunk ALEX RODRIGUEZ have fuelled speculation they’re a couple after spending the weekend (28-30Nov08) together in Mexico City.The pop star was in the Mexican capital for two shows, while New York Yankees star Rodriguez was the guest of honour at a new sports complex on Sunday (30Nov08).The rumoured couple reportedly spent much

Stiller Confirms Zoolander Sequel
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:02:47 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood funnyman Ben Stiller has confirmed he is working on a sequel to his 2001 comedy hit ZOOLANDER.Stiller, who played a dim-witted model in the original movie, is in talks to get production rolling on a follow-up and is currently looking at scripts.The comedian insists he has always wanted to complete the story and is

Mayer The Baker
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:01:25 | Rate news: +0
Rocker John Mayer has turned into an online baking guru after posting family cake recipes and decorating secrets on his website.In a post-Thanksgiving blog, the Daughters hitmaker, who is dating Jennifer Aniston, reveals he and his brothers got into the holiday spirit early and came up with a series of sweet treats.And the singer is

Kirsten Dunst's Restraining Order In Stalking Case
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:56:36 | Rate news: +0
"The Insider" is the first to obtain Kirsten Dunst restraining order against an alleged stalker!  In a declaration in the restraining order against 25-year-old Christopher Richard Smith, Dunst states: "Mr. Smith has repeatedly shown up uninvited at my place of residence in Los Angeles, going so far as to ignore police warnings, bypass my personal security measures, trespass on my property, and attempt to gain entry into my home." "Mr. Smith's sudden, aggressive, and harassing efforts to contact me are extremely frightening. I fear not only for my own personal safety, but also for the safety and well being of my housemate and assistant," the declaration continues. A private security guard adds in his own declaration that it is his understanding that after repeatedly ignoring police warnings not to trespass on Dunst's property, Mr. Smith was "arrested and subsequently placed on a 72-hour psychiatric hold." The temporary restraining order was issued Nov. 26 and a hearing has been set for Dec. 22 to determine whether the order should be extended.

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Barack And Michelle Obama Grace 'essence'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:55:55 | Rate news: +0
It's an Obama double dose! President-elect Barack Obama and soon-to-be First Lady Michele Obama both grace the cover of the new issue of Essence magazine, on newsstands December 12 -- and "The Insider" has a first look! The Obamas' incredible campaign and historic victory get a 56-page tribute in the January issue, featuring the images, thoughts, dreams and perspectives by some of today's foremost writers and photographers. An extensive timeline which follows Barack from a young child to the present is included, and the first couple's daughters, Malia and Sasha, are also profiled, as they will be the youngest residents of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave since Amy Carter.

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Lara's Wardrobe Cam: Cpr In The Dressing Room
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:55:11 | Rate news: +0
Webisode 12/01/08   Today's edition of Lara's Wardrobe Cam is one for the record books. Lara Spencer is administering CPR as her dressing room screen comes down for the second time -- clothes, mannequins and more fly! After sound man Dennis saves the day, Lara’a laughing fit makes it hard for her to decide which great frock to wear for Wednesday's show. And Lara has a plea to her bosses: She wants a new Wardrobe Cam set! This just might be the best Wardrobe Cam yet, and the hilarity is just a click away!

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Britney's Airport Crush
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:53:51 | Rate news: +0
It truly is a Circus for Britney Spears as she braves the paparazzi crush at a New York City airport. Dozens of shutterbugs crowd the pop superstar as she makes her way to her waiting SUV, shielded only by her sunglasses and a large umbrella.

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Spears, Wrestling, Obama Lead Yahoo Top 10 Searches (reuters)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:52:17 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Barack Obama's presidential victory got more clicks than any other story on yahoo.com this year, but the most searched term was Britney Spears " Yahoo reported on Monday.

Star Wars Creator, Google Ceo Among Obama Donors (reuters)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:50:25 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Filmmaker George Lucas and Google CEO Eric Schmidt are among the donors helping to underwrite Barack Obama's transition to the U.S. presidency, according to figures released on Monday.

Kirsten Dunst Fends Off Serial Trespasser (e! Online)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:49:57 | Rate news: +0
E! Online - Kirsten Dunst has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season-including a brand-new restraining order against an alleged stalker.

Britney Spears Is Queen Of Yahoo Searches In 2008 (afp)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:49:30 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Britney Spears reigns supreme in online searches at Yahoo this year despite an historic US presidential election and a global financial crisis.

Sightings: Anne Hathaway's Fishy Business (e! Online)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:49:01 | Rate news: +0
E! Online - CHAMPAGNE WISHES: Anne Hathaway sipping Moët White Star champagne during a business dinner at Sushi Roku in West Hollywood with her agent and manager.

Mario Lopez In Talks To Host Miss America Again (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:48:23 | Rate news: +0
AP - Mario Lopez is in negotiations to once again host the Miss America pageant.

Arrest Made In Jennifer Hudson Family Murders (reuters)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:47:56 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - The estranged brother-in-law of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson was arrested and will be charged with the October slayings of three of her relatives, police said on Monday.

Raconteurs Call On Ricky Skaggs For New Recording (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:46:49 | Rate news: +0
AP - Jack White and his band the Raconteurs called on Ricky Skaggs to help them record a bluegrass-inspired version of their song "Old Enough."

Ivana Trump, Fourth Husband Split (reuters)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:45:45 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Ivana Trump, ex-wife of property mogul Donald Trump said on Monday she split from her fourth husband three months ago but kept it quiet to avoid ruining his chances on the Italian version of "Survivor."

Britney Spears Tops Yahoo Searches (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:45:17 | Rate news: +0
AP - She did it again: Britney Spears was the most popular search term on Yahoo for the fourth year in a row — her seventh time topping the list.

Estranged Relative Arrested In Hudson Killings (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:44:02 | Rate news: +0
AP - Police arrested the estranged brother-in-law of Jennifer Hudson on Monday in the deaths of the entertainer's mother, brother and young nephew, taking him from a prison where he had been held on a suspected parole violation.

Former Ucla Hospital Worker Admits Selling Records (ap)
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:43:33 | Rate news: +0
AP - A former employee of UCLA Medical Center pleaded guilty Monday to selling information from the medical records of celebrities and high-profile patients, including Britney Spears and Farrah Fawcett, to the National Enquirer.

Britney Spears Dreams Of A Third Wedding
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:42:10 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Britney Spears has confessed she is desperate to get married again.


Music Review: Second Britney Spears Comeback Almost As Good As The First
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:41:43 | Rate news: +0
It's time for another Britney Spears comeback: Call this one the remix version.


Ivana Trump Separates From Her Fourth Hubby
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:41:06 | Rate news: +1
NEW YORK (AP) - Ivana Trump has issued a statement confirming reports of marital discord with Italian entrepreneur Rossano Rubicondi.


Britney Spears Regrets Staying In Hollywood
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:40:02 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears regrets not fleeing Hollywood and "going home" to Louisiana after the break-up of her marriage to Kevin Federline - because such a move might have saved her sanity.


Parminder Nagra Confirms Pregnancy
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:39:34 | Rate news: +0
ER actress Parminder Nagra has confirmed reports she is expecting her first child with her photographer boyfriend James Stenson.


British 'office' Set Explodes
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:39:07 | Rate news: +0
The industrial estate used to film British comedian Ricky Gervais hit TV comedy The Office has been destroyed after a massive explosion ripped through the area.


Donald Trump Sued Over Hotel Loan
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:38:40 | Rate news: +0
Real-estate tycoon Donald Trump is the target of a new lawsuit accusing him of defaulting on a $640 million construction loan for a Chicago, Illinois property.


Britney Spears' Fishnet Stockings
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:38:13 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears joined the celebrity trend of wearing black, fishnet stockings along with lingerie and boots at the 2008 Bambi Media Award ceremony in Germany.


Mario Lopez To Host Miss America Pageant Again
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:37:46 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Mario Lopez will again host the Miss America pageant.


Vince Vaughn & Reese Witherspoon Revel In "four Christmases"
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:35:41 | Rate news: +0
The vampires were only a hot item for about a week as Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon's surprising hit comedy "Four Christmases" easily won the box office top spot with a take of $46.7 million in the 4-day holiday weekend run.

If that estimated amount hold, it would make the comedy the third-best Thanksgiving weekend opener ever, after Toy Story 2 ($80M) and last year's Enchanted ($49M). It's also a best for Vaughn since 'The Break-Up', and it's Witherspoon's best since 'Sweet Home Alabama' more than six years back.

Mc Joaquin Phoenix Butchers Rap Music
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:22:11 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: You Might Want to Rethink Joaquin Phoenix decided to spit rhymes into a mic the other night at a bar in Culver City, Calif. -- which caused everyone who heard him to spit up in their mouths.The guy just quit acting to become a rock star ... and if this freestyle disaster is...

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She's Like Arnold... With Underwear
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:21:44 | Rate news: +0
Move over Kyra Sedgwick there's a new closer in town.Sarah Palin, the Britney Spears of politics, has been recruited to help campaign in the Georgia Senate runoff between Republican Sen. Saxby Chambliss and Jim Martin. The red elephants are looking...

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Brit Dodges The 5,150 Pound Elephant
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:20:41 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Britney Spears There was no Britney Spears documentary last night, there was only propaganda. Funny that a feature film that was supposed to examine everything in her life conveniently glossed over the parts where she was placed on a 5150 psychiatric hold, flashed...

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Madge & A-rod Make A Run For The Border
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:20:14 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Hook-Ups, Madonna, A-Rod

As Madonna's "Sticky & Sweet" tour headed to Mexico City this weekend, A-Rod just so happened to also have a scheduled appearance at a park in the Distrito Federal.What a coinkydink!See Also Bob Uecker Would Be Proud...

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Ted Kennedy: Sittin' On The Dock And O.k.
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:19:47 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Nurse! Ted Kennedy spent the weekend at the Kennedy Compound in Hyannis Port, MA with his son Patrick -- using the assistance of a cane and golf cart to get around.It's been a rough year for Ted -- he was diagnosed with a brain tumor in May, had brain...

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Travis: "i Couldn't Believe What Was Happening"
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:18:40 | Rate news: +0
Travis Barker talked about what was going through his head during the plane crash.We got him yesterday with his kids in Calabasas, outside L.A.See Also Shanna Moakler Rings in the Ex Barker Sues Plane and Tire Companies...

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Trump's Ex -- Ivana Be With Other Women
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:18:13 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Break-Ups, Paparazzi Photo

A day before 59-year-old Ivana Trump revealed she separated from Rossano Rubicondi -- her much younger husband she married in April -- the Euro gold digger entrepreneur was snapped macking on a couple of chicks in Italy.Ivana says they actually...

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Howie -- I Have A Little Dreidel
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:17:06 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky & Weird Howie Mandel Hannukah bush just ain't cuttin' it -- and when we caught up with the guy in Calabasas yesterday, dude was a little bitter about 8 crazy nights ... of 8 crappy gifts.It's been 2000 years -- let it go.See Also "Deal" Models Make...

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Mcconaughey Goes Bongos Again
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:16:01 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky & Weird, Matthew McConaughey No cops were called when Matthew McConaughey banged on a drum in Rio this weekend.Granted, this time there were no drug charges that were eventually dropped and he wasn't hanging out naked with Cole Hauser in the middle of the night.Matt just needed...

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Tmz Tv Tonite - Bombs Away!
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:15:33 | Rate news: +0
Tonight on TMZ TV -- Joaquin Phoenix takes a shot at freestyle rapping and goes down in flames, Britney Spears' crockumentary was totally off target, and Helen Mirren gets downgraded to family pet status.Check your local listings....

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Applegate's Karaoke -- How "sweet" It Is
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:15:06 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky & Weird

It's great to see Christina Applegate have some fun these days -- even if she and her friends butcher "Sweet Home Alabama" while doing it.See Also Christina's BF Found Dead Applegate Gets the Breast News Ever...

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William Balfour Arrested For Hudson Murders
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:13:22 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Jennifer Hudson Chicago cops have arrested William Balfour for the murders of Jennifer Hudson mom, brother, and nephew.Balfour was transferred to CPD custody today after they served an arrest warrant. Charges from the Cook County State's Attorney's Office are...

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Nagra Confirms Pregnancy
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:12:10 | Rate news: +1
ER actress Parminder Nagra has confirmed reports she is expecting her first child with her photographer boyfriend JAMES STENSON.The couple will welcome the new addition in summer 2009 and have made plans to marry, reports Us Weekly online.The 33-year-old actress says, "We are thrilled and overjoyed at the prospect of becoming first time parents."Yes, our

Gilmore Honoured At Movie Award Ceremony
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:11:32 | Rate news: +0
Producer/director GEOFFREY GILMORE will be honoured in a tribute this month (Dec08), aligning his film career to veteran director Sydney Pollack Gilmore has been honoured with the American Cinematheque’s inaugural Sydney Pollack Award after serving on the non-profit organisation’s board of directors for 24 years.A spokesperson for the Cinematheque says the award honours "someone who has

Trump Split From Rubicondi Three Months Ago
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:10:54 | Rate news: +0
DONALD TRUMP’s ex Ivana Trump has ended months of speculation over the state of her marriage - confirming she’s split from her toyboy husband ROSSANO RUBICONDI.Socialite Trump has been fending off rumours of a break-up since early November (08), insisting reports of Italian Rubicondi’s infidelity were "totally false".But now the 59-year-old has admitted her nine-month

Bosworth 'stronger' After Early Fame
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:10:14 | Rate news: +0
Kate Bosworth struggled to handle her "brutal" Hollywood success as a youngster - but is adamant the experience helped her to become a better person.The actress landed her first big role at the age of 13 when she starred alongside Scarlett Johansson in 1998 film The Horse Whisperer, before really gaining the public’s attention at

Gallagher Hits Out At Coldplay
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:09:36 | Rate news: +0
OASIS star Liam Gallagher has slammed fellow British rockers COLDPLAY insisting he doesn’t "give a s**t" about them.The Yellow hitmakers have become one of the most popular bands in the world in recent years, and have gained a strong following in the U.S., where Oasis have struggled for similar acclaim.But Gallagher is still adamant his

Sixty Per Cent Of Britain Watched Spears On X Factor
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:08:58 | Rate news: +0
Sixty per cent of British TV viewers tuned in to watch BRITNEY SPEARS’ performance on talent show THE X FACTOR on Saturday night (29Nov08).Show creator Simon Cowell was thrilled the Spears factor gave his programme a huge boost.He says, "It’s unprecedented... Of any artist I’ve ever had on any of these shows, there was more

West Destroys Mixing Desk With Heavy Bass
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:08:31 | Rate news: +0
Rap superstar Kanye West accidentally "blew up" a piece of studio equipment during a special album playback with British rockers KEANE - because the bass was too loud.The Stronger hitmaker treated the band to an early preview of his new LP 808s and Heartbreak, but the impromptu listening session ended in disaster when a studio

Wood: 'the Faces Reunion Is Going Well'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:07:53 | Rate news: +0
ROLLING STONES rocker RON WOOD has confirmed plans for a reunion of his 70s supergroup THE FACES are going very well after a week of top secret rehearsals.Wood, Rod Stewart Kenney Jones and Ian McLagan spent much of last week (ends28Nov08) working through classic tunes with Stewart’s touring bass player Conrad Korsch, replacing the late

Jim Morrison's Dad Dead
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:07:14 | Rate news: +2
Late THE DOORS star JIM MORRISON’s father has died, aged 89.Rear Admiral George Morrison died of natural causes on 17 November (08).A veteran of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, Morrison was largely disowned by his rock star son, who insisted his parents were dead in early interviews.The feeling was mutual - the

Kennedy's Led Zeppelin Rumours All 'hush-hush'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:06:36 | Rate news: +0
ALTER BRIDGE star MYLES KENNEDY appears to have taken a step closer to fronting LED ZEPPELIN on tour after bandmate MARK TREMONTI confessed he has to be "hush-hush" about the rumours in an online interview.The singer refused to chat about the possibility of replacing Robert Plant onstage during the chat, but Tremonti couldn’t keep quiet

Helgenberger And Husband Split
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:04:40 | Rate news: +0
CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION star Marg Helgenberger and her husband of 19 years have split.A publicist for the actress has confirmed that she and actor husband Alan Rosenberg "have decided to take some time apart." Rosenberg, who has occasionally appeared alongside his wife in episodes of CSI, is the current president of actors union the

Smith, Latifah And Perry Named Most Influential African-americans
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:04:02 | Rate news: +0
Will Smith playwright/moviemaker TYLER PERRY and QUEEN LATIFAH have joined BARACK OBAMA on Essence magazine’s coveted Most Influential African-Americans list.The quartet is joined by rapper Kanye West and hip-hop icons Wyclef Jean and will.i.am.Readers unsurprisingly chose the President-elect as the African-American of the Year.Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment News Network (www.wenn.com)

Childhood Knife Attack Left Funny Fey With A Scarred Face
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:03:22 | Rate news: +0
U.S. comedienne TINA FEY’s famous facial scar was the result of a childhood knife attack, according to her husband.The Emmy Award-winning 30 Rock and Mean Girls writer/star rarely talks about the incident, but her husband, Jeff Richmond reveals all in a new Vanity Fair interview.He tells the publication, "She just thought somebody marked her with

Kerr Wanted Career With More 'substance'
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:02:44 | Rate news: +0
Australian model Miranda Kerr was desperate to turn the page on her career before penning her new self-help book - because she wanted a job with more "substance".The Victoria’s Secret stunner - who is currently dating Orlando Bloom shrugged off modelling ventures until her father, John, convinced her to step out onto the catwalk.But Kerr,

Blanchett Set For Walk Of Fame Honour
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:02:05 | Rate news: +0
Aussie beauty Cate Blanchett is to be honoured with the 2,376th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.Steven Spielberg and David Fincher - the director of Blanchett’s upcoming film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - will be on hand to help the actress unveil her star in front of the Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood

Dunst Wins Restraining Order Against Intruder
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:01:25 | Rate news: +0
Actress Kirsten Dunst has been granted a restraining order against an intruder who was found on her estate last month (19Nov08).Dunst wasn’t at home when the trespasser, Christopher Smith, was apprehended and escorted off the property.The star maintains Smith has trespassed on her land before.In court documents Dunst states, "Mr. Smith has repeatedly shown up

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