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Will Smith Wins Libel Pay Out After Hitler Slur (afp)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:57:43 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Hollywood actor Will Smith won a public apology and damages in London's High Court Friday over a false allegation that he had described the former Nazi leader Adolf Hitler as a "good person".

Jennifer Lopez Gives Birth To Twins (reuters)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:57:12 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins -- a boy and a girl -- early on Friday in a New York hospital, her manager said.

Will Smith Wins Damages Over Hitler Claim (reuters)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:55:56 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Will Smith won an apology and undisclosed damages in a London court on Friday over a false claim that he had described World War Two Nazi leader Adolf Hitler as a "good person."

'medium' Recap: Allison's Bewildered Anguish Was Very Believable
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:53:09 | Rate news: +0
A special note to make before reviewing last week's "Medium": David Arquette, younger brother of star Patricia Arquette directed this episode. If you look on the official website, there are some interviews and behind-the-scenes information about the two siblings working together, and it is quite adorable.


Doctors Urge Madonna & Other Stars At Ashton Kutcher's Birthday Party To Get Hepatitis Shots
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:52:41 | Rate news: +0
Doctors are urging Madonna, Demi Moore, Bruce Willis, and Gwyneth Paltrow to have a hepatitis shot as soon as possible after it emerged a barman working at Ashton Kutcher’s recent birthday party may have passed the liver disease onto them.


Hayden Panettiere Releasing Debut Album Later This Year
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:52:08 | Rate news: +0
Heroes star Hayden Panettiere is set to delight fans by releasing her much-anticipated debut album later this year. The 18-year-old actress admits she has been working on the record for the past three years,


Isaac Hanson's Wife Is Pregnant Again
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:51:39 | Rate news: +1
Hanson star Isaac Hanson is celebrating after learning his wife is expecting their second child. The 27-year-old and his spouse Nicole already have a 10-month-old son.


Eddie Van Halen's Ex Valerie Bertinelli Confesses To Couple's Affairs
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:51:11 | Rate news: -1
Rocker Eddie Van Halen's ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli has broken her silence on the couple's divorce, admitting they split because they were both unfaithful. Van Halen and actress Bertinelli's divorce was finalized in December after 26 years of marriage.


Sophia Bush Holds Out For Mr. Right
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:50:41 | Rate news: +0
Sophia Bush has vowed to remain single two years after splitting from One Tree Hill co-star and boyfriend Chad Michael Murray because she's holding out for Mr. Right.


Aaron Carter Busted For Drug Possession
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:50:12 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Aaron Carter has been arrested for drug possession in Texas. The 20-year-old was pulled over by cops after he was spotted speeding in Kimble County at around midday on Thursday.


'eli Stone' Recap: The Ultimate Cure For Insomnia
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:49:40 | Rate news: +0
Every episode of "Eli Stone" begins with a recap narrated by good ol' Eli (Jonny Lee Miller). The spot changes every episode, and this week Eli starts out by proclaiming his story to be something truly different. If by different, Eli means repetitive and sleep inducing, then he's absolutely right. If that is the case, "Eli Stone" is downright unique.


Amy Winehouse Trashes Hotel Room With Cigarette Butts, Hairballs
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:48:15 | Rate news: +0
Amy Winehouse has angered bosses at the London hotel where she is currently staying after causing $6,000-worth of damage to the luxury executive suite.


Eva Longoria Parker Dismisses Pregnancy Reports
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:47:44 | Rate news: +1
Eva Longoria Parker has been forced to issue another statement denying persistent rumors she is pregnant. The Desperate Housewives beauty, 32, has been dogged by reports she is expecting a baby with her basketball star husband Tony Parker.


'flavor Of Love 3': The Ghettofied Version Of 'the Bachelor'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:46:33 | Rate news: +0
Two seasons ago, Flavor Flav began his search for his one true love on "The Flavor Of Love." His first season ended briefly after Hoopz announced at the reunion, “It’s like that but it’s not like that.” It didn’t matter that the two didn’t work out; everyone was just relieved to see that he didn’t pick New York.


George Clooney Compares Himself To Hillary Clinton
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:46:05 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney has compared his battle for the Best Actor Oscar at the forthcoming Academy Awards to the presidential race between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. Clooney is convinced he would be a sure winner if fellow actor Daniel Day-Lewis wasn't in the running for the prize.


Mr. T Will Never Cut Off His Mohawk
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:45:37 | Rate news: +0
Mr. T has vowed to never shave off his trademark mohawk because he believes his exotic hairstyle has been the key to his Hollywood success.


Police Chief Outraged Over Proposed 'britney Law'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:43:39 | Rate news: +0
Plans to protect celebrities like Britney Spears from the paparazzi have been dealt a major blow by Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) chief William Bratton, who insists the troubled star should just "stay home."


Julie Christie Plans To Crawl Back Into The Shadows
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:43:00 | Rate news: +0
Julie Christie has urged fans to make the most of her Oscar-nominated performance in Away From Her - because she plans to disappear from Hollywood again. The notoriously reclusive actress emerged from movie retirement to play an Alzheimer's Disease sufferer in the new film, for which she's up for a Best Actress Academy Award.


Judge Finalizes Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt's Adoption Of Pax Thien
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:42:28 | Rate news: +2
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt adoption of four-year-old Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt has been formally approved in a Los Angeles court. Jolie adopted Pax from an orphanage in Vietnam last year, after a Vietnamese judge approved the adoption.


Jason Lewis Isn't Jennifer Aniston's 'secret Lover'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:41:59 | Rate news: -1
Sex And The City star Jason Lewis has laughed off reports he's Jennifer Aniston secret lover. The 36-year-old, who has previously dated Rosario Dawson, insists he's never even met the former Friends actress.


Matthew Fox Is Sick Of Hawaii
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:41:30 | Rate news: -1
Lost star Matthew Fox has joined castmates desperate to leave paradise - because he's sick of Hawaii. After show love interest Evangeline Lilly confessed she was allergic to so many things on the series' Oahu set during a recent appearance on The Late Show With David Letterman, Fox admits he no longer likes living there while filming.


Tommy Lee Jones Finds No Excitement In The Oscars
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:41:02 | Rate news: +0
Actor Tommy Lee Jones refused to leap for joy when he was named an Oscar nominee - because winning awards for his movie work means nothing to him. Veteran Jones has been nominated in the Best Actor category for his role in The Valley Of Elah, but he confesses such glitzy high-profile events are so far removed from his quiet life away from California, they fail to excite him.


Lindsay Lohan To Sing About Her Troublesome Year
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:40:33 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan forthcoming album will feature songs inspired by her traumatic and headline-grabbing 2007. Jeremy Greene, the R&B singer/songwriter responsible for writing much of Lohan's new record, admits he studied her newspaper cuttings before setting to work on two tracks he penned for the upcoming disc.


Paris Hilton's Brother Was With Movie Boss' Daughter On Night Of Dui
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:40:05 | Rate news: +0
Paris Hilton brother Barron was with the 16-year-old daughter of a Hollywood producer when he was arrested for driving under the influence earlier this month.


Prince Von Anhalt Plans Tell-all Book About Anna Nicole Affair
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:39:36 | Rate news: +0
Zsa Zsa Gabor's love cheat husband is out to prove his romance with late star Anna Nicole Smith was not all lies by releasing a book, complete with photos, about their affair. Prince Frederic Von Anhalt hit the headlines shortly after Smith died last year when he joined the list of men claiming to be the father of the deceased actress/model's baby daughter Dannielynn.


Omar Sharif Ordered To Pay Valet Damages
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:38:26 | Rate news: +0
Veteran actor Omar Sharif has been ordered to pay $318,000 in damages to a parking attendant he punched in 2005. The Doctor Zhivago star was leaving Mastro's Steakhouse in Beverly Hills, California when he tried to pay Guatemalan valet Juan Anderson for his car in euros.


Heather Mills: Hated But Sexy
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:37:37 | Rate news: +0
Heather Mills looks set to be named one of the world's sexiest women, following her high profile divorce battle with Sir Paul McCartney.

The ex-model has received thousands of votes in 'FHM' magazine's annual poll of the 100 hottest women and so far holds the number 95 spot ? beating Paris Hilton, Gwen Stefani and Kirsten Dunst.

'FHM' editor Chris Bell says Mills, 40, is receiving around 1,000 votes a day, compared to the 15 she polled before her divorce made her super-famous.

Will Smith Wins Damages In Hitler Case
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:37:08 | Rate news: +0
Will Smith has won a court case against a news agency which accused him of praising Adolf Hitler.

The actor has received an apology and damages from the World Entertainment news Network (WENN), which published an article titled: "Smith: Hitler Was A Good Person" in December.

Smith's solicitor Rachel Atkins, told London's High Court the article was "deeply distressing" to the star and had caused him "acute embarrassment".

Janet Jackson: Maybe Marriage Isn't For Me?
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:36:38 | Rate news: +0
After two failed marriages, Janet Jackson has reservations about saying "I Do" a third time, but that's just what she and long-term boyfriend Jermaine Dupri are going to do in a "secret" wedding ceremony later this year.

However, Janet recently revealed she thinks she might be "jinxed" when it comes to marriage after going through two bitter divorce battles.

Ashton, Demi And Madonna Need Shots After Party
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:36:09 | Rate news: +0
A whole bunch of A-List celebrities including Ashton Kutcher Demi Moore, and Madonna are among hundreds of people who are being urged by New York health officials to get vaccinated after being exposed to Hepatitis A. One of the bartenders who served them at a party was found to be infected. PUNK'D!

Cop's Idea For Britney Paparazzi Law: "just Stay Home!"
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:35:37 | Rate news: +0
LA Police Department Chief William Bratton says pfffft! to ideas that the city needs special laws to protect stars like Britney Spears from being stalked by paparazzi. Bratton's suggestion to the troubled star - just "stay home."

Obviously no fan of Brit's, the top cop added, "What we need is Britney Spears to stay home instead of traipsing all over town. That would solve the problem. We don't need additional laws. I've got laws coming out my ears to deal with this issue."

Beth Ditto, Jarvis Cocker Are A Perfect Couple
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:34:47 | Rate news: +0
Beth Ditto says she and Jarvis Cocker are the "perfect couple".

The Gossip singer - who duets with former Pulp frontman Jarvis on their cover of Heaven 17's 'Temptation' - believes they have a connection because they are polar opposites.

Brangelina Double Date With Clint Eastwood, Wife
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:34:20 | Rate news: -1
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had a double date with Clint Eastwood and his wife on Wednesday night.

Brad and Angelina were the first arrive and mistakenly walked into a nearby eatery before realizing they should be at Los Angeles' Italian restaurant Divino across the road.

Rihanna's Dad: Don't Do A Britney
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:33:49 | Rate news: +0
Rihanna's dad told her not to do a Britney. The 'Umbrella' singer's father, Ronald Fenty, shares his lowest point and how his famous daughter helped him got up.

Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, was just nine years old when she caught her father taking drugs. According to Ronald, Rihanna ran for her mother and they both cried.

Robin Wright Penn Gets Back With Ex
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:33:21 | Rate news: +1
Robin Wright Penn has reunited with ex-boyfriend Jason Patric, it has been claimed.

The 'Beowulf' actress, who filed for divorce from Sean Penn less than two months ago, is already said to be seeking comfort in the arms of 'Sleepers' star Jason.

Sam Lutfi Just Got Served
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:32:50 | Rate news: +2
Sam Lutfi just got served. Britney Spears manager/pal was served with a temporary restraining order to keep away from her and her family Thursday.

The long overdue TRO was the brainchild of the pop star's dad, Jamie, in an effort to save her daughter from further destruction brought by Lutfi, reports claim. Lutfi had denied being on hiding but just as well, he couldn't be seen anywhere and be served for three weeks.

Paula Abdul Disappointed With Own Music Video
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:32:03 | Rate news: +0
Paula Abdul is disappointed in herself. The 'American Idol' host is so disappointed with the outcome of her new music video 'Dance Like There's No Tomorrow' she tries to pretend it didn't happen at all.

MSNBC.com reports that a source close to the 45-year-old singer says she wanted to say her music video is horrible but she doesn't want to hurt fellow AI judge Randy Jackson's feelings.

Kelly Brook: Bikini Wax Is The Worst Thing In The World
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:31:35 | Rate news: +1
Kelly Brook says having a bikini wax is excruciatingly painful.

The actress admits she goes through a lot of torture to look her best for fiancé Billy Zane.

Paris Hilton Sent A $40k Champagne By Mystery Man
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:31:08 | Rate news: +0
Paris Hilton wants to find the man who sent her a $40,000 bottle of champagne.

The hotel heiress celebrating her 27th birthday with sister Nicky, David Katzenberg and Good Charlotte rocker Benji Madden at Las Vegas nightclub LAX last weekend when the magnum bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne arrived at their table.

Orlando Bloom's Girlfriend Thinks He's A Sweetheart
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:30:41 | Rate news: +1
Orlando Bloom is a "sweetheart", says his girlfriend.

Victoria's Secret model Miranda Kerr - who began dating the 'Lord of the Rings' actor last October - remains coy about their relationship but has revealed she thinks highly of him.

Matthew Mcconaughey Won't Marry Girlfriend Now - Or Ever
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:30:14 | Rate news: +0
Matthew McConaughey doesn't want to marry girlfriend Camila Alves, it has been claimed.

The 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' actor - who has publicly expressed his joy at the prospect of his impending fatherhood - is happy with the relationship the way it is.

One friend told America's OK! magazine: "Matthew is getting used to the idea that he's going to be a father. He says that's enough to deal with right now. He has no plans to walk down the aisle with Camila now - or ever."

Britney Spears' New Music Video To Premiere On Trl
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:29:43 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears new music video is set to premiere next week.

The promo for 'Break the Ice' - Britney's third single from her bestselling album 'Blackout' - is scheduled to be shown on MTV's 'Total Request Live' (TRL) on Monday.

Ashton Kutcher's 30th Birthday Bash Require Hepa-a Vaccination
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:29:16 | Rate news: +0
Ashton Kutcher has celebrated his 30th birthday with a Hepa-A food scare.

The former Punk'd host and the partygoers for his birthday have been urged by the New York City Department of Health to get vaccinated as a precaution for possible Hepatitis A contact when he celebrated the event at Socialista in West Village on February 7.

Valerie Bertinelli Admits Cheating On Eddie Van Halen
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:28:47 | Rate news: +0
She's no girl-next-door anymore. Valerie Bertinelli comes clean and sheds her good girl image in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. The 47-year-old actress admits to the Queen of Talk that she had cheated on ex-husband Eddie Van Halen as he also did the same.

"I cheated," Bertinelli confesses to Oprah. "He claims to this day that I cheated first, but I don't know. I don't know about the timing."

Aaron Carter Arrested On Drug Charges
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:28:05 | Rate news: +0
Pop singer Aaron Carter landed in jail while driving through Texas Thursday.

Carter was pulled over for speeding in the city of Junction and was then arrested because the officers found marijuana in the car.

Isaac Hanson And Wife Expecting Second Child
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:27:32 | Rate news: +1
The pop rock group Hanson keeps growing and growing. Isaac Hanson the eldest of the Hanson brothers, has confirmed that he and his wife Nikki are expecting their second child.

Hanson, comprised of three Oklahoma brothers Isaac, Taylor and Zac, rose to fame in 1997 with their hit song "MMMBop" from their major label debut album "Middle of Nowhere."

Katie Holmes Sported A Softer, Less Severe Style On A Day Out In Hollywood
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:26:08 | Rate news: +0
Katie Holmes appears to have ditched the hairdo made famous by gal-pal Victoria Beckham, and sported a softer, less severe style on a day out in Hollywood with husband Tom Cruise yesterday.

The 29-year-old's resurrection of old Hollywood glamour continued at a lunch for the first annual Essence Black Women in Hollywood event, where she donned an understated check dress and towering Christian Laboutin heels.

The pair were lending their support to friends I Robot star Will Smith and wife Jade Pinkett-Smith, who was recognised at the event as "one of Hollywood's most versatile and gifted actresses".

Is Ryan Phillippe Leaving L.a.?
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:25:39 | Rate news: +0
Cruel Intentions star Ryan Phillippe is on the cusp of deciding whether or not to continue living in Hollywood, reports Contactmusic.com. Although the transition could potentially break his career, the actor sees it as the only viable solution to the paparazzo's constant company. Besides the obvious annoyance of being followed everywhere he goes, Phillippe is actually more concerned about the well being of his children - Ava Elizabeth, 8, and Deacon Reese, 4. This type of selfless thinking is an extreme rarity in the money-grubbing land of celebrities.

"I spend a lot of time just holed up in my house in Los Angeles," Ryan explained. "I'm thinking of leaving here because of that. I don't really go out because I know it's going to turn into a photo shoot."

Longoria And Moss Put In Worst Dressed List
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:25:12 | Rate news: +0
PETA branded Eva Longoria Parker a ''streetwalker'' and Kate Moss a ''super tramp'' in their Worst Dressed List. In their annual online list, the animal rights group also slammed singers Aretha Franklin - who they crowned Biggest Loser - Kylie Minogue and Marilyn Manson and actress Lindsay Lohan for wearing fur and leather.

Referring to "Desperate Housewives" star Eva, PETA said: Eva Longoria is short on compassion. In her trashy furs, she looks like the streetwalker of Wisteria Lane. Eva is one 'Desperate Housewife' in need of a quickie divorce - from her stylist."

Janet Jackson Prepping For Private Nuptial Despite 'allergic To Marriage' Claim
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:24:43 | Rate news: +0
Much contrary to her public claim that she was "allergic to marriage" and won't be walking down the aisle anytime soon, Janet Jackson has been planning to wed her longtime boyfriend Jermaine Dupri in an intimate wedding ceremony for later this year. Has remained mum when being asked about the wedding report, the songbird however was reported to have approached top designer Badgley Mischka, asking for bridal gown samples.

"Janet is preparing for her private nuptials at the moment," a source close to Janet told the New York Post Newspaper. Laughed off the report, Janet simply told US Weekly "Let the rumors fly!"

Janet, a Pop/R&B singer, has two failed marriages. She's been dating music producer and rapper Jermaine Dupri since 2002 and the pair have since then often been hit with marriage reports.

Colin Farrell Confirms That He Will Take Over Heath Ledger's Role
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:24:12 | Rate news: +0
Rumors have been floating around for a while that several actors may fill in for the late Heath Ledger in his last, unfinished film, "The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus." Today Colin Farrell confirmed that he, Johnny Depp, and Jude Law will share the remaining parts of Heath Ledger's role.

"I will be honored to be part of that," the actor told the Herald Sun.

Farrell, Jude Law and Johnny Depp will split what remains of Ledger's role.

"It makes me feel uncomfortable to think about it too much and to get into it really here but it's an incredibly painful honour to have, you know, and an honour I wish wasn't bestowed but an honour none-the-less," Farrell said.

Nicole Kidman's Tokyo Premiere
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:23:27 | Rate news: +1
She's been living it up in Japan's capital city of Tokyo this week, and today (Tokyo time) Nicole Kidman unveiled her film "The Golden Compass" to a very eager audience.

The "Moulin Rouge" actress looked elegant in a cream colored silky dress with a ruffled hemline and some peep-toe heels as she greeted the audience. The ensemble accentuated her growing baby bump.

And with a worldwide draw of over $300 million so far, "The Golden Compass" has already captivated the hearts of both young and old moviegoers. Nic recently told press that she was glad that "Compass" is kid-friendly, being that she has two teens that love to see her work.

Reese Witherspoon's "penelope" Premiere
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:22:47 | Rate news: +0
The paparazzi were out in full force last night at the Director's Guild of America premiere of "Penelope," the new film from Summit Entertainment. And the film's stars Reese Witherspoon Christina Ricci and James McAvoy hammed it up for the cameras.

Reese did her usual conservative thing as she walked the red carpet in a purple shirt, black jacket and black trousers. Her ponytail hairdo definitely brought a little youth into her otherwise grown-up apparel.

The Two Faces Of Demi Moore
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:22:06 | Rate news: +0
Demi Moore 45, emerged from her glamorous home in LA looking less than glamorous. She thought of nipping out without attracting attention but luck was in favor of the paparazzi. A reporter noted that despite spending a fortune's worth of plastic surgery, she did not look good without makeup. Demi showed off drooping jowls and her eyes looked tired.

At the pre-Oscars party, Demi was looking more like the Hollywood celebrity than the aging mother of 3 kids. Demi has refused to admit defeat to her age. She expressed her hope of conceiving and being a new mother again. She wanted to have a child with her second husband, Ashton Kutcher.

It's A Boy And A Girl: Jennifer Lopez Gives Birth To Twins
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:21:39 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez and her husband are celebrating the birth of their new twins.

The actress gave birth to the babies - a boy and a girl - in the early hours of this morning in a Long Island hospital outside New York, her manager confirmed. The girl was born at 12:12 a.m. and weighed 5 lbs. 7 oz. The boy followed at 12:23 a.m., weighing 6lbs.

The babies are the first children for 38-year-old Lopez and the fourth for her third husband, actor and singer Marc Anthony, 39, who wed in 2004. Anthony also has two sons and one daughter from two previous relationships.

Judge To Lutfi: Stay Away From The Britster
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:20:40 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Britney Spears The federal judge in the Britney Spears conservatorship saga has issued an order extending the restraining order against Sam Lutfi. According to the order, Lutfi must stay clear of Brit -- and that includes phone contact -- through March 17. What's...

Nicole Goes Nuts For Britney
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:19:33 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Nicole Richie is well into motherhood now, but that doesn't mean she doesn't like to revisit her wild-child days ... in a good way. And girl loves her some Britney.Richie and baby daddy Joel Madden got their groove on at Teddy's last weekend, reports...

Crap, She Didn't Even Get Frisked
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:18:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies Megan Fox was at LAX yesterday. With all the flabby celebs who have been frisked at security lately, it's an American tragedy that Fox didn't have to spread 'em.Fox is engaged to Brian Austin Green. Yes, David Silver.He is one lucky b**tard!...

Borat's Baby Mama -- Stalker Stay Away From Me!!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:18:12 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Star Catcher TMZ and a herd of photogs spotted a baby-totin' Isla Fisher yesterday as she left the Mercer Hotel in Soho. A stalker chased Isla while trying to pass off his CD -- and blocked paps from getting a shot -- Isla wasn't havin' any of it. Nearby, Gabriel...

J.lo Finally Pops Out A Pair
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:17:32 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Baby Watch, Jennifer Lopez At long last, J.Lo has popped -- and she's got a baby boy and girl!This morning, in Long Island, N.Y., at 12:12 AM, the girl (as yet unnamed) emerged, weighing 5 lbs. 7 oz, and then the boy was born 11 minutes later, at 6 lbs., reports...

Jessica Simpson Blows Wad At Katsuya
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:16:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Jessica Simpson Tony Romo's jinx girlfriend was at Katsuya last night, where she had to dig through her purse forever to scrounge up a bunch of one dollar bills to get her car out of hock. Big prob, since the valet fee is $15.From there Jess went to Villa -- where...

Kate Hudson Is So Not Pregnant
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:16:13 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Baby Watch, Hot Mamas After pics surfaced showing Kate Hudson looking a little paunchy in the tummy, rumors swirled that she might be preggers. At a Beverly Hills event last night, a tight and right Kate showed no visible signs of a baby on board.If she is pregnant, Kate...

Shauna Sand's Botox Bust?!!!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:15:23 | Rate news: +2
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Wacky and Weird Stripperiffic Shauna Sand was mortified by the sight of a TMZ camera yesterday as she left a plastic surgeon's office. Sand told TMZ she "had nerve block" -- but wouldn't really specify what work she had done. Sounds like the ol' "I had a deviated...

Sheriff Should Have Belted Paris
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:14:42 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton A Los Angeles County Sheriff helped protect Paris Hilton from paps last night -- but didn't do anything to save her from herself.The deputy ordered paps to back away from Hilton's waiting ride, but after clearing the way -- he said nada when Paris...

Lil' Kim Changes Her Racial Makeup
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:14:00 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Beauty After momentarily going Asian, Lil' Kim has done it again and changed races. She's now an Oompa Loompa! The 32-year-old ex-con gave new meaning to the term Lady Marmalade on Thursday -- by showing up to a NYC event in a lovely shade of Donatella...

George Clooney Says Tom Cruise Is A 'good Egg'.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:13:11 | Rate news: +0
The ‘Ocean’s Thirteen’ actor thinks Tom - who has been ridiculed for following bizarre sci-fi cult religion Scientology - will be less of a joke if he can learn to laugh at himself.He said: ‘I talked to Tom the other day, and he’s a good egg. There’s nothing self-serving about what he’s saying. He has

Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Officially Adopted Vietnamese Son Pax Thien Jolie-pitt On Wednesday (20.02.08).
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:12:29 | Rate news: +0
The couple’s adoption of the four-year-old was approved by a judge in Los Angeles’ County Children’s Court in Monterey Park, nearly a year after he was welcomed into the Jolie-Pitt family.Angelina - who also has two adopted children, six-year-old Maddox and three-year-old Zahara, and a 21-month-old biological daughter Shiloh with Brad - rescued Pax from

Jack Nicholson Thinks He Deserves An Oscar For 'being A Pain In The A** For So Long'.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:11:02 | Rate news: +0
The 70-year-old actor - who has won three Academy Awards during his illustrious career - would love to add a Lifetime Achievement Award to his already bulging collection of prizes. He said: ‘I wouldn’t mind winning another Oscar. Even one of those sentimental ones for being a pain in the a** for so long.’ Jack,

Kristin Davis Thinks Her Wrinkles Are 'beautiful'.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:10:19 | Rate news: +0
The ‘Sex and the City’ star has ruled out ever having plastic surgery to look younger, because her smile lines are a reminder of the happiest points in her life. She said: ‘If you are trying to say, ‘OK! I want to look in the mirror for the next 20 years and not see any

Christian Slater Was 'blown Away' When He First Met Girlfriend Tamara Mellon.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:09:36 | Rate news: +0
The ‘True Romance’ star - who has been dating the founder of footwear company Jimmy Choo since September last year - couldn’t believe his luck when friends set him up with the 40-year-old beauty.He said: ‘What can I say, I was really blown away. I just couldn’t believe it. She is absolutely beautiful, but there

Cheryl Cole Is Set To Take Back Her Cheating Soccer Star Husband.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:08:52 | Rate news: +0
The Girls Aloud beauty has decided to forgive Chelsea and England player Ashley and give their 19-month marriage one last chance, much to the dismay of her friends and family.A source close to the singer said: ‘Cheryl is close to taking Ashley back. She’s a fool for even considering it, but she doesn’t care about

Amy Winehouse Has Caused Over £3,000 Worth Of Damage To Her Hotel Room.
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:08:20 | Rate news: +0
The troubled singer refused to let cleaners into her executive suite at London’s Riverbank Plaza Hotel - where she has been staying since she left rehab last week - but when they finally gained entry on Wednesday (20.02.08) they were shocked with what they discovered.A source told Britain’s The Sun newspaper: ‘Staff finally got into

Dash Spooked By Lunar Eclipse
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:07:00 | Rate news: +0
Hip-hop mogul Damon Dash was unable to enjoy a recent lunar eclipse - because he was left terrified by the celestial event.The entrepreneur - who co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records with rapper Jay-Z - was spotted escaping a private dinner to catch a glimpse of Wednesday night’s (20Feb08) lunar eclipse.But fellow partygoers insist Dash was less than

Cyrus Is Backed By Travel Safety Expert
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:04:56 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: A travel safety expert is furious MILEY CYRUS has faced such heavy criticism for failing to wear a seatbelt in new concert movie HANNAH MONTANA/MILEY CYRUS: BEST OF BOTH WORLDS CONCERT TOUR, insisting it’s common for filmmakers to avoid such details.The scene features the 15-year-old singer/actress and her country singer dad Billy Ray Cyrus

Jones Not Interested In Oscars
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:04:14 | Rate news: +1
Actor Tommy Lee JONES refused to leap for joy when he was named an Oscar nominee - because winning awards for his movie work means nothing to him.Veteran Jones has been nominated in the Best Actor category for his role in The Valley Of Elah, but he confesses such glitzy high-profile events are so far

Lohan To Star With Black
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:02:13 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan has signed up to test her comedy skills alongside JACK BLACK in romantic comedy YE OLDE TIMES.The actress is due to start work on the movie this April (08), according to MovieHole.net. The movie will see Lohan reunite with actor Cary Elwes, whom she starred alongside in Georgia Rule last year

Police Chief Slams Proposed 'britney Law'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:01:29 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Plans to protect celebrities like Britney Spears from the paparazzi have been dealt a major blow by Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) chief WILLIAM BRATTON, who insists the troubled star should just "stay home".In a U.S. radio interview on Wednesday (20Feb08), Bratton slammed L.A. City Councilman Dennis P. Zine’s recent bill proposal that would

Winehouse Trashes Hotel Suite
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:08:00 | Rate news: +0
Amy Winehouse has trashed the hotel room she's been staying in since leaving rehab a fortnight ago, hotel staff claim.

Staff at the Riverbank Plaza Hotel say the room was "covered in booze and fag butts, absolutely disgusting. The bed hadn't been changed since she arrived and most of the room had been used as an ashtray.

Ashley Tisdale 'not Getting Boob Job'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:07:33 | Rate news: +3
'High School Musical' actress Ashley Tisdale has denied reports she's going under the knife to get her breasts enlarged.

'Star' magazine claimed Tisdale, 22, was considering giving her bust a boost.

But Tisdale's representative says the claims are "completely false".

Angelina Jolie Faints On Plane
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:07:06 | Rate news: +0
'Pregnant' Angelina Jolie has collapsed on a long-haul flight from Iraq to Los Angeles, according to reports.

The actress, who is rumored to be pregnant with twins, fell ill towards the end of the 18-hour flight ? a passenger says.

"She started to get swollen ankles and nosebleeds and started having leg cramps," the passenger said. "She fainted into her seat."

Farrell 'honored' To Star In Ledger's Last Movie
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:06:38 | Rate news: +0
Colin Farrell says he's honored to be a part of Heath Ledger's final movie.

Farrell will co-star with Johnny Depp and Jude Law in fantasy film 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus', which Ledger had started filming before his tragic death last month.

"I will be honored to be part of that," Farrell told an Australian newspaper.

Jennifer Lopez Gives Birth To Twins
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:06:10 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez has given birth to twins in New York this morning, her manager has confirmed.

J.Lo and husband Marc Anthony are celebrating the arrival of a baby girl, born at 12.12am and weighing 5lb 7oz, and a boy, following at 12.23am and weighing 6lbs.

The singer/actress' manager Simon Fields, says: "Jennifer and Marc are delighted, thrilled and over the moon."

Aaron Carter Arrested For Pot Possession
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:05:43 | Rate news: +1
Aaron Carter is behind bars after being caught with more than two ounces of marijuana.

Carter, 20, was pulled over by Texan police last night for speeding. Cops found the drugs after searching the vehicle.

Aaron, the younger brother of Backstreet Boy Nick, is due to appear in front of a judge today.

Angelina Jolie Collapsed During Airplane Flight
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:04:55 | Rate news: +0
Pregnant Angelina Jolie collapsed during a transatlantic flight, sparking concerns for her health.

The 32-year-old actress, who is believed to be expecting twins with partner Brad Pitt, reportedly fainted on an 18-hour flight from Iraq to Los Angeles via London on February 7.

Jessica Alba To Labor Twins On June 8
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:04:28 | Rate news: +0
Jessica Alba is reportedly set to give birth to twins on June 8.

The pregnant 'Fantastic Four' actress and fiancé Cash Warren were delighted to discover they will be welcoming more than one baby this summer.

Cheryl Cole Not Wearing Wedding Ring To Brits
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:04:02 | Rate news: +0
Cheryl Cole put her marriage troubles behind her last night as she partied at the BRIT Awards.

The Girls Aloud beauty - who shunned showdown talks with her cheating soccer star husband Ashley to attend the prestigious ceremony - gave another big hint her marriage is over by not wearing her $160,000 wedding ring to the bash.

Minnie Driver Expecting Baby Girl
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:03:34 | Rate news: +2
Minnie Driver is reportedly expecting a daughter.

The 'Good Will Hunting' actress - who is believed to be pregnant with her first child - has been spotted buying clothes for a baby girl in a New York children's store.

Kylie Minogue Given A $70k Cocktail By Mystery Admirer
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:03:07 | Rate news: +0
Kylie Minogue was given a $70,000 cocktail by a mystery admirer to celebrate her BRIT Award win.

The 'Wow' singer - who was named Best International Female at Wednesday night's prestigious bash - was given the drink, called Flawless, at London's Movida nightclub. The buyer did not want to be named but a source said: "He is known in the royal circles."

Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Finalize Pax Adoption
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:02:02 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood supercouple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finalized the adoption of their 4-year-old son, Pax, according to breaking press reports.

"After receiving permission from Vietnam, where Pax was born, the adoption needed approval from the L.A. County Children's Court in Monterey Park, Calif," TMZ reports.

Lopez Gives Birth To Girl And Boy
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 11:01:28 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez has become a mother for the first time - after giving birth to a boy and a girl in New York.The children - fathered by the singer’s husband Marc Anthony - were born early on Friday (22Feb08) at the North Shore University Hospital in Long Island, just eleven minutes apart.The girl was born

America's Next Top Model Premiere!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:17:46 | Rate news: +0
Cycle 10 of Top Model has begun and it's already proving to be an exciting season, as MamaPop explains.  How many tantrums will Tyra throw this cycle?  How many cat fights will there be between the contestants?  Just how much drama can you pack into one show?  Well, count on Dotspotter to keep you posted:  this cycle, we're bringing you something special... an exclusive personal interview with aspiring model Amis Jenkins!   Stay tuned for all the scoop!   There is much that one could say about last night's America's Next Top Model (Cycle Ten) premiere. One could say much, for example, about the semiotics of Tyra's drag-inspired imitation of a homecoming...

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Christian Slater: Happy With Tamara Mellon
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:17:05 | Rate news: +0
Christian Slater   Happy?  Sorry, the cognitive dissonance had us there for a moment.  But even someone with a history like his deserves to find true love.  Who's turned him soft, according to Dotspotter drift82?  Jimmy Choo's own Tamara Mellon!  Not too surprising considering she's got a real thing for bad boys- she's dated Kid Rock (after he broke up with Pammy) and Joe Francis from Girls Gone Wild (who was dating Kimberly Stewart at the same time).  Will this relationship last?  We hope so - but more importantly we hope Tamara keeps turning out such cute shoes!!    Christian Slater who once punched his girlfriend, Michelle Jonas, in the...

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Jennifer Lopez & Marc Anthony Welcome Twins!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:16:37 | Rate news: +0
BREAKING NEWS!  The twins are here!  J-Lo had her babies just a few hours ago.  Dotspotter will keep you posted as more news becomes available (names??? pictures!!).  Thank you so much to CelebsandBubs for giving us the scoop!   It's double the baby joy for Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Anthony: They're the proud new parents of twins, a boy and a girl, Lopez's rep tells PEOPLE exclusively. The babies were born at 12:45 a.m. ET on Friday in Long Island, N.Y., says her rep, Simon Fields. They're the first children for Lopez, 38, and the fourth for Anthony, 39. The couple celebrated the impending births with a baby shower in New York on Jan. 19. "They were just...

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Report: Lopez Gives Birth To Twins In Ny (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:15:36 | Rate news: +0
AP - Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins early Friday, making the singer and husband Marc Anthony the parents of a boy and a girl after one of pop music's most closely watched pregnancies.

Celebrity Birthdays, February 22
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:12:23 | Rate news: +1
Happy Birthday to "Charlie's Angel" Drew Barrymore (1975), "Star Trek Voyager" actress Jeri Ryan (1968), Sublime singer/songwriter/guitarist Bradley Nowell (1968; d. 1996), SNL actress Rachel Dratch (1966), Fijian golfer Vijay Singh (1963), Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin (1962), actor Kyle MacLachlan (1959),


Aaron Carter Busted For Drug Possession
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:09:21 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Aaron Carter has been arrested for drug possession in Texas.The 20-year-old was pulled over by cops after he was spotted speeding in Kimble County at around midday on Thursday (21Feb08).According to TMZ.com, a subsequent search of the singer’s Cadillac Escalade turned up less than two ounces (56.7 grams) of marijuana and he was

Lennon's Ex-wife Praises Pang's Book Of Photos
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:06:44 | Rate news: +0
JOHN LENNON’s first wife CYNTHIA has pledged her full support to the late BEATLE’s ex-girlfriend MAY PANG and the forthcoming release of her book INSTAMATIC KARMA.Pang - who was Lennon’s assistant and lover in 1973, when the star had temporarily separated from his second wife Yoko Ono - is soon set to release a book

Verbinski Set To Shoot First Animated Film
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:05:26 | Rate news: +0
Director Gore Verbinski is set to embark on his first animated movie project working on a budget of $100 million (£50 million).The Pirates of The Caribbean filmmaker’s latest action-adventure project will be co-produced by Verbinski, John Carls and Oscar winner Graham King, who is also financing the currently-untitled movie’s development.The plot for the film is

Falco Returns To Tv As Comedy Nurse
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:04:46 | Rate news: +0
Former THE SOPRANOS star Edie Falco is to front a new TV comedy starring as a New York City nurse.The actress garnered critical acclaim for her role as Carmella Soprano in the hit mafia programme and won three of the six Emmy Awards she was nominated for during her time on the show.But Falco is

Clooney: 'i'm The Hillary Clinton Of The Oscars'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:04:06 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney has compared his battle for the Best Actor Oscar at the forthcoming Academy Awards to the U.S. presidential race between HILLARY CLINTON and BARACK OBAMA.Clooney is convinced he would be a sure winner if fellow actor Daniel Day-Lewis wasn’t in the running for the prize.And he likened their situation to that of Democrat

Longoria Parker Dismisses Latest Pregnancy Reports
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:03:26 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Eva Longoria PARKER has been forced to issue another statement denying persistent rumours she is pregnant.The Desperate Housewives beauty, 32, has been dogged by reports she is expecting a baby with her basketball star husband Tony Parker, and the latest rumours arose last week (ends15Feb08) after she was spotted buying baby accessories on a

Jagger Denies Signing Dodd Knighthood Petition
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:02:47 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: SIR Mick Jagger has denied reports he has backed a campaign to have British comedian KEN DODD knighted.The Rolling Stones frontman was thought to have added his signature to an online petition urging British prime minister Gordon Brown to include the 80-year-old funnyman on his list of recommended honourees for Queen Elizabeth II next

Winehouse Trashes $600-a-night Hotel Room
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:02:07 | Rate news: +0
Amy Winehouse has angered bosses at the London hotel where she is currently staying after causing $6,000 (£3,000)-worth of damage to the luxury executive suite.The Back To Black hitmaker has been residing at the posh Riverbank Plaza Hotel since leaving rehab earlier this month (Feb08), but the singer is alleged to have wreaked havoc on

Lutfi Restraining Order Extended
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:01:28 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: BRITNEY SPEARS’ estranged manager SAM LUTFI has had a temporary restraining order filed against him extended until 17 March (08).U.S. District Judge Phillip Gutierrez actioned the order on Thursday (21Feb08) evening in response to a request made by the singer’s father Jamie, who is co-conservator of Spears’ estate.Lutfi was finally served with the legal

Witherspoon Produces 'penelope' (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:10:44 | Rate news: +0
AP - LOS ANGELES (AP) — She might be a tad shy about cracking the whip on set, but Reese Witherspoon is every bit the shot-caller. "I hate being in charge, so I'd say I'm more of a collaborator," laughs the producer and co-star of the independent film "Penelope," opening February 29. "I don't want to be the one to tell (the crew) that they have to stay for two extra hours or come in at 6 o'clock in the morning."

Restraining Order Against Lutfi Extended (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:09:36 | Rate news: +0
AP - A federal judge has extended a restraining order against Britney Spears pal Sam Lutfi by nearly a month.

Tommy Lee Jones Avoids Oscar Hysteria (reuters)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:09:08 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Though his role as the taciturn sheriff in "No Country for Old Men" garnered him a wider audience, Tommy Lee Jones' other 2007 role -- as a concerned parent in the Iraq war-themed drama "In the Valley of Elah" -- landed him his third Oscar nomination.

Martin Hangs Up Badge On "law & Order" (reuters)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:08:39 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - "Law & Order" veteran Jesse L. Martin is leaving the long-running NBC drama after nine years, and will be replaced by Anthony Anderson.

You Must Be This Tall To Ride Ms. Zeta-jones
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:03:04 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video Danny DeVito was strolling Madison Avenue in NYC yesterday, when he stumbled upon a billboard of Catherine Zeta-Jones wife of his good pal, Michael Douglas.The billboard might have given Danny an idea for a "Twins" sequel....

Aaron Carter Busted With A Lot Of Pot
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:02:26 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Nick Carter's baby bro, Aaron, was busted earlier today in Kimble County, Texas with over two ounces of marijuana!TMZ has confirmed Aaron was pulled over on I-10 earlier today for speeding -- and when authorities decided to search his vehicle, they...

Judge To Lufti: Stay Away From The Britster
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:01:46 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Britney Spears The federal judge in the Britney Spears conservatorship saga has issued an order extending the restraining order against Sam Lutfi. According to the order, Lutfi must stay clear of Brit -- and that includes phone contact -- through March 17. What's...

Delta Burke Opens Up About Depression (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:42:43 | Rate news: +1
AP - For the first time since entering a psychiatric hospital in January, Delta Burke is speaking out about her depression, saying she remembered having anxiety as early as kindergarten.

Edie Falco Signs On For Showtime Series (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:42:14 | Rate news: +0
AP - Moving beyond Carmella Soprano, Edie Falco has signed on for a Showtime comedy where she will play a New York City nurse who doesn't hesitate to tell her superiors off. Falco's character is said to have a personal life that is "precarious, unpredictable and demanding in ways that she is surprisingly not always prepared for."

Britney Spears' "manager" Served With Restraining Order (reuters)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:41:45 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Britney Spears self-styled manager Sam Lutfi was served with a restraining order on Thursday ordering him to stay at least 250 yards (meters) away from the singer and barring him from communicating with her, according to court documents.

Spears' Pal Served Restraining Order (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:39:06 | Rate news: +0
AP - After three weeks of trying, Britney Spears parents on Thursday finally got to order Sam Lutfi to stay away from their daughter — at least until Friday.

Badu Jokes About Her Male Relationships (ap)
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:37:43 | Rate news: +3
AP - Erykah Badu doesn't want you to believe the gossip rags when it comes to her friends — but when it comes to the singer herself, that's another story.

Peter Fonda To Receive A Career Achievement Award
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:36:45 | Rate news: +0
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (AP) - Peter Fonda the king of cool in ''Easy Rider,'' will receive the 2008 King Vidor Career Achievement Award at next month's San Luis Obispo International Film Festival.


David Yates To Direct Final 'potter' Film?
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:34:47 | Rate news: +0
David Yates has been tipped to keep the director's job for the final installment of the Harry Potter film franchise, Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.


Edie Falco To Star In Showtime Comedy
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:34:19 | Rate news: +0
Edie Falco is returning to premium cable television in a new, half-hour single camera, dark comedy for Showtime. Falco will star as a strong-willed, iconoclastic New York City nurse juggling the frenzied grind of an urban hospital and an equally challenging personal life.


Pregnancy Pays In Hollywood: A-listers Make Millions By Flaunting Babies In Magazines
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:33:52 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - More than ever, it pays to be pregnant in Hollywood. Jennifer Lopez about to give birth to twins, is reportedly the latest A-lister to strike a deal worth millions for exclusive photos of her children. And the incentive might not be purely financial: Such pacts can also protect celebs' privacy by thwarting the paparazzi.


Tara Reid Fan Finds Her Family 'heirlooms'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:33:13 | Rate news: +0
A Tara Reid fan is trying to track down the actress to hand over a box of family heirlooms, including pictures of the star as a baby. The New Jersey woman claims to have bought a box belonging to Reid's late paternal grandmother at an auction.


Jon Stewart Flexes His Funny Bone Fast As Host Of The Academy Awards
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:32:07 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Jon Stewart is sitting in a cushy white chair in a small, windowless room known as Kodak Theater's ''Dressing Room 3.'' It's spare other than a laptop on a table and dozens of bottles of water atop a tiny fridge.


Jack Johnson Stays On Top As Grammy Stars Surge
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:31:39 | Rate news: +0
Jack Johnson has scored a second week at the top of the U.S. albums chart - just managing to steal the number one spot from a surging Amy Winehouse. The British soul singer's success at the Grammy Awards led to an increase in sales of her 2006 album Back To Black, which jumped from number 24 to a new chart high at two.


Delta Burke Speaks Out About Depression
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:29:52 | Rate news: +0
Actress Delta Burke spell in the hospital is the result of a lifetime battle with anxiety and depression. The 51-year-old star checked herself into a clinic earlier this month to battle obsessive compulsive disorder and "hoarding".


With Matt Damon, Ben Affleck And Now Casey, A Boston Teacher Has Three Oscar Nominees
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:29:23 | Rate news: +0
BOSTON (AP) - Gerry Speca isn't sure what about his high school drama lessons stuck. But clearly, something worked. On Sunday, Casey Affleck will be his third former student to vie for an Academy Award. The first two - Matt Damon and Affleck's brother Ben - won.


Gene Simmons Suing Over Sex Tape
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:28:43 | Rate news: +1
KISS star Gene Simmons is taking legal action after a video allegedly showing him having sex with a model was posted on the internet. The rocker, who has been dating his long-term partner Shannon Tweed for over 20 years, reportedly made the tape while carrying out promotional duties as a spokesman for Frank's Energy Drink.


Erykah Badu Jokes About Her Relationships
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:28:15 | Rate news: +2
NEW YORK (AP) - Erykah Badu doesn't want you to believe the gossip rags when it comes to her friends - but when it comes to the singer herself, that's another story. ''Don't believe the tabloids,'' Badu told an audience as she performed Tuesday night for VH1 Soul.


Sheryl Crow Pokes Fun At Stars In Rehab
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:27:07 | Rate news: +0
Sheryl Crow has launched a sarcastic attack on the world's rehabbing celebrities by suggesting she needs to check into a treatment clinic to boost her career.


Notes & Quotes
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:26:12 | Rate news: +1
Roy Orbison's son Alex is to wed tattoo artist Kat Von D. Heavily tattooed Kat, who fronts TV show L.A. Ink, accepted the Whitestarr drummer's proposal last month, and the couple made it official at Warner Music's post-Grammy Awards party on February 10.


Dennis Quaid Recalled Clinton Golfing Weekend For New Role
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:25:45 | Rate news: +0
Dennis Quaid used the weekend he spent golfing with U.S. President Bill Clinton as inspiration for his role as a secret service agent in new movie Vantage Point.


"heroes" Star Milo Ventmiglia All Smiles About Private Life
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:24:21 | Rate news: +0
"Heroes" star Milo Ventimiglia is a hero to many guys out there for being linked to "Heroes" co-star Hayden Panettiere. How does he feel about the fact that he is 30 and she is 18 and the press has dubbed them "Halo"?

It makes Ventimiglia smile.

Jamie Lynn -- Baby Needs A Home Y'all!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:22:43 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Hot Mamas Momma Lynn and baby-with-a-baby were spotted house hunting around Kentwood on Monday afternoon.Of course, they stopped at the local Sonic for a little snack. Alleged baby daddy Casey "The Pipelayer" Aldridge joined the girls at one of their stops....

John Mayer -- He's Loud And He's Proud!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:21:23 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: John Mayer The usually jovial John Mayer had nothing to say to our cameras outside of Katsuya last night. But when he pulled away, Mayer let his true feelings be known ... to the guy sitting next to him.Shout it from the rooftops!See Also John Mayer:...

Christian Slater Makes It Big In Shoe Business
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:20:44 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Hook-Ups Those diamonds on Christian Slater girlfriend's neck are probably real -- and it's likely he didn't buy 'em for her. Baby doesn't need a new pair of shoes ... Slater was spotted at Avalon last night with Tamara Mellon, Co-Founder of Jimmy Choo Ltd....

"mickey" Singer Toni Basil: 'memba Her?!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:20:06 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Music, Beauty, 'Memba Them?! Choreographer-turned-singer Toni Basil became a one-hit wonder with her 1982 monster hit, "Mickey." Guess what she looks like now!...

Whoopi: All Football Players Look Alike
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:19:28 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: The View Whoopi Goldberg had Michael Strahan and Amani Toomer from the Super Bowl champion New York Giants on "The View" on Tuesday. She asked Amani what it was like to make the famous "helmet catch." Only, it wasn't Amani who made that catch.So do the "View"...

Obama And Vanilla Ice -- Together At Last?
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:18:48 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Prez Election 2008 Barack Obama has been dogged with accusations that he's stealing stump speech material from Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, including his famous slogan "Yes, we can."Several observers have pointed out that one of Obama's chief policy advisers...

Brad & Angie To Pax: You're Officially One Of Us!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:18:07 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Kids, Brad and Angelina TMZ has learned Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have officially adopted little Pax Thien.We've learned they went to L.A. County Children's Court in Monterey Park, Calif. yesterday and appeared before a judge who finalized Pax's adoption.The adoption was...

African Men Like Bush
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:17:29 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Prez Election 2008 With 333 days left in office, George W. Bush toured Africa and stopped to pose for pictures with a group of shirtless Ghanaian musicians on Wednesday.Wherever he goes, people seem to lose the shirts off their backs.See Also Bush: The King and...

Adrian Plays "let's Make A Deal"
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:16:49 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Adrian Grenier was nice enough to sign autographs for fans outside of Avalon -- but one fan had to make a promise first. It wasn't worth it....

Bette Gets The Clap In Vegas
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:16:08 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Hot Vegas Bette Midler got crazy applause at PURE nightclub, after her first Vegas performance at Caesars Palace.Lance Bass and boyfriend Leo, Siegfried & Roy mingled with the ridiculously-straight Dog Chapman and wife Beth. Midler was applauded as the diva...

Hey Sam! You Got Served!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:14:51 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Britney Spears TMZ has learned Brit's BFF, Sam Lutfi, has finally been served with a restraining order from her parents -- sorta.As we reported earlier, the restraining order had to be served by yesterday at 1:30 PM to be valid. We're told that since it wasn't...

Ashton's Nyc Bday Hotspot's Got Hepatitis!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:14:22 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Nurse! The New York hotspot where Ashton Kutcher had his birthday party just got word from NYC Department of Health that one of its bartenders was serving that night with Hepatitis A!Among the patrons on hand at Socialista for Ashton's birthday: Madonna,...

Gene Simmons To Sex Site: Suck My Copyright!
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:13:42 | Rate news: +0
Gene Simmons legal team has taken an ingenious first step in shutting down a website featuring a video that shows Gene in a sex act with a woman who is not his longtime girlfriend, Shannon Tweed. We're told Gene's lawyers contacted...

Lohan To Sing About Her Troublesome Year
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:12:17 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan forthcoming album will feature songs inspired by her traumatic and headline-grabbing 2007.Jeremy Greene, the R&B singer/songwriter responsible for writing much of Lohan’s new record, admits he studied her newspaper cuttings before setting to work on two tracks he has penned for the upcoming disc.Speaking after a recording session with Lohan in Los Angeles

Spears Estranged Manager Served With Restraining Order
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:11:37 | Rate news: +1
BRITNEY SPEARS’ estranged manager SAM LUTFI was served with a temporary restraining order on Thursday (21Feb08), ordering him to keep away from the troubled star and her family.Under the terms of the order, Lutfi is forbidden from being within 250 yards of the Toxic singer, her properties or any of her family’s properties.As conservator of

Swank's Charity Work Honoured
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:10:57 | Rate news: +1
Oscar winner Hilary Swank was honoured for her cancer charity work in Los Angeles on Wednesday (20Feb08) night.The Million Dollar Baby star was presented with the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s 2008 Courage Award in recognition of her efforts on behalf of the EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund.Among those paying tribute to Swank at the glitzy pre-Oscars

Jason Lewis Dismisses Aniston Romance Speculation
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:10:19 | Rate news: +0
SEX & THE CITY star Jason Lewis has laughed off reports he’s JENNIFER ANISTON’s secret lover.The 36-year-old, who has previously dated Rosario Dawson, insists he’s never even met the former Friends actress.He tells U.S. news show Extra, "That’s a big rumour. I imagine she’s a lovely woman. I never met her." Lewis jokingly adds, "(The

Hanson's Wife Is Pregnant Again
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:08:19 | Rate news: +1
HANSON star Isaac Hanson is celebrating after learning his wife is expecting their second child.The 27-year-old and his spouse Nicole already have a 10-month-old son.Hanson tells People.com, "Nikki and I are so very exited about the new addition to our family. We can’t wait to meet him or her." Hanson isn’t the only member of

Van Halen's Ex Bertinelli Confesses To Couple's Affairs
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:07:39 | Rate news: +0
Rocker EDDIE VAN HALEN’s ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli has broken her silence on the couple’s divorce, admitting they split because they were both unfaithful.Van Halen and actress Bertinelli’s divorce was finalised in December (07) after 26 years of marriage.And in an interview with Oprah Winfrey set to air on U.S. TV on 25 February (08), Bertinelli

Mel C: 'spice Bandmates Show Real Girl Power'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:06:59 | Rate news: +0
SPICE GIRL MELANIE CHISHOLM has hailed her child-bearing bandmates, insisting combining motherhood with a career is true "girl power".More than 10 years after the Wannabe group first burst onto the scene with a call-to-arms for girls around the world, Sporty Spice claims the message is still relevant.And childless Chisholm holds up Spice Mums Geri Halliwell

Alley To Sue Tabloid Over Weight Allegation
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:06:19 | Rate news: +0
Actress-turned-weightloss queen Kirstie Alley is taking legal action against an American tabloid that claimed she was fired from dieting company Jenny Craig because she was too fat.The Cheers star resigned as the spokesperson for Jenny Craig after three years of service last week (ends17Feb08). Just days later, she announced plans to launch her own diet

Sophia Bush Holds Out For Mr. Right
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:04:56 | Rate news: +2
Sophia Bush has vowed to remain single two years after splitting from boyfriend CHAD MICHAEL MURRAY, because she’s holding out for Mr. Right.The TV beauty insists it’ll take the perfect man with ambition, a sense of humour and an environmentally-friendly outlook to make her commit again.The 25-year-old says, "He’s got to make me belly-laugh. I

Mr. T: 'i'll Never Cut Off My Mohawk'
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:04:15 | Rate news: +0
THE A-TEAM star Mr. T has vowed to never shave off his trademark mohawk because he believes his exotic hairstyle has been the key to his Hollywood success.The tough guy - real name Laurence Tureaud - insists his haircut was the main reason he shot to fame as B.A. Baracus in the 1980s TV series.He

Etta James Will Coach Beyonce On Chess Movie Role
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:03:36 | Rate news: +1
LATEST: Beyonce Knowles will be coached for her role as ETTA JAMES in a forthcoming movie about blues label Chess Records by the singing legend herself.James is thrilled Knowles has been picked to play her in Cadillac Records, and is excited about her own role - as a special adviser to the R&B star-turned-actress.The 70-year-old,

Madonna & Moore Among Stars Urged To Get Hepatitis Shot
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:02:54 | Rate news: +0
Doctors are urging MADONNA, DEMI MOORE, BRUCE WILLIS and GWYNETH PALTROW to have a hepatitis shot as soon as possible after it emerged a barman working at ASHTON KUTCHER’s recent birthday party may have passed the liver disease onto them.Kutcher celebrated his 30th birthday with a host of A-list stars at New York’s Socialista club

Farrow Praises 'wonderful' Jolie
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:02:09 | Rate news: +0
Actress MIA FARROW has lavished praise on Angelina Jolie for balancing her Hollywood career with her role as a United Nations goodwill ambassador.The Rosemary’s Baby star is proud to regularly be compared to Jolie - both American women are U.N. ambassadors who have adopted a number of children from overseas.And although Farrow has never met

Ledger Painting Entered Into Australian Art Contest
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:01:29 | Rate news: +0
A painting of late actor Heath Ledger is in competition to land a prestigious Australian art prize.The portrait, titled Heath and painted by Ledger’s friend Vincent Fantauzzo, is one of 249 entries to date for the Archibald Prize, the winner of which is to be decided on 7 March (08).Ledger, who was found dead in

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