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Brangelina Back In The Us!
Brad Pitt Angelina Jolie and their brood have returned to the United Stated -- for the first time since welcoming little Vivienne and Knox to the family! The power couple flew into NYC for the premiere of Angie's new Clint Eastwood flick, 'Changeling,' taking place at the New York Film Festival on October 4. The period thriller is based on a true story about a young mother in 1928 Los Angeles whose son suddenly disappears. But he's soon found by the LAPD -- or so it's thought. Recently, the Jolie-Pitt clan has made Germany their new -- albeit presumed temporary -- home, where they reside in a lakeside villa in Berlin while Brad films Quentin Tarantino's World War II thriller 'Inglorious Bastards.'[Read full story on The Insider]
Nicky Hilton: Dj Am Is 'doing Really Well'
Nicky Hilton says her friend DJ AM is recovering well from the plane crash that left him critically injured less than two weeks ago, Us magazine reports. "I think considering the circumstances, he is doing really well," a teary-eyed Hilton said Wednesday at an event in Beverly Hills for the housing advocacy organization Habitat for Humanity. ing on his appearance, the 24-year-old heiress said that despite undergoing treatment for second and third degree burns, "he looks just fine." "I think he has so many friends and family that have kept him going through this," Hilton told Us of DJ AM, whose real name is Adam Goldstein. "It is just a horrible, horrible situation. He has so many people that love him." The Learjet crash on September 20 claimed the lives of four people and also critically injured rocker Travis Barker. On Monday, DJ AM ventured out to attend a tribute to his friend Chris Baker, one of the passengers who died in the crash.[Read full story on The Insider]
Dicaprio, Berry Among Celebs Getting Out The Vote (ap)
AP - How do you get kids to vote? Just say no.
Colbert Runs For White House — With Spider-man (ap)
AP - Stephen Colbert is hoping to swing into the White House — alongside Spider-Man.
Women's Shelter Cuts Sandra Bernhard After Sarah Palin/gang-rape Line
BOSTON (AP) - A women's shelter on Wednesday cut headliner Sandra Bernhard from its annual benefit after she said Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin would be gang-raped Ny Judge Aufs 'project Runway' Suit
NEW YORK (AP) - A New York judge has bid "auf Wiedersehen" to fashion industry veterans who claimed Heidi Klum and others ripped off their idea for television's "Project Runway." Jenny Mccarthy Upset About John Mccain Snub
Jenny McCarthy was left frustrated when she attempted to discuss autism issues with presidential candidate Senator John McCain because his campaign manager decided the hot-button topic was too controversial. Hogans To Reunite For Son's Jail Release
Hulk Hogan incarcerated son Nick will bring his feuding family back together when he's released from jail in Florida on October 21. Khloe Kardashian Handed Dui Sentence Extension
A judge has ordered reality TV star Khloe Kardashian to complete a court-imposed course of drug and alcohol classes in the next six weeks, after learning she had missed her deadline. Billy Baldwin Raises Money For Obama
William Baldwin and his actress/singer wife Chynna Phillips raised $58,000 for Barack Obama's presidential campaign, by hosting a fundraiser at their California home over the weekend. Aubrey O'day Insists Boyfriends Delete Sex Tape Footage
Saucy Danity Kane star Aubrey O'Day avoids the shame of a sex tape scandal by insisting her boyfriends erase videos of their trysts as soon as they've watched them. Angie Everhart Loses Choking Case
Angie Everhart bid to bring choking charges against her ex-boyfriend has fallen flat because Los Angeles authorities have dropped the case. Kellie Pickler Grows As An Artist On 2nd Cd
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Although Kellie Pickler first album garnered three hits, went gold and made the singer a certified country star, it wasn't the debut that she would have crafted had she had her way. Boy George Urges Amy Winehouse To Get Well
Eighties pop star Boy George has reached out to troubled singer Amy Winehouse - urging her to turn her back on her "car crash" existence. Shannen Doherty The Marine Biologist?
Actress Shannen Doherty is terrified of returning to the sea after a shark attack. Simon Pegg 'humbled' After Meeting Heath Ledger
British funnyman Simon Pegg was left stunned and "humbled" after meeting Heath Ledger when the late star revealed he was a fan. Pegg and his wife were mingling at the BAFTA Awards in Britain, Salma Hayek Helping To Fight Tetanus
GENEVA (AP) - Hollywood mom Salma Hayek is lending her star power to a UNICEF campaign to eradicate tetanus in mothers and babies around the world within four years. Marisol Nichols Gives Birth
24 actress Marisol Nichols has given birth to her first child with her director husband Taron Lexton. The 36-year-old star welcomed Rain India Lexton early on Tuesday morning. The tot weighed in at seven pounds, four ounces. Beverley Mitchell's Wedding Is A Starry Affair
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel were among the guests at actress Beverley Mitchell Italian wedding to Michael Cameron on Wednesday; where the actress exchanged vows with her accountant beau Girls Aloud 'murder' Writer Prosecuted
A man who allegedly published an obscene story detailing the fictional kidnap and murder of British pop band Girls Aloud is facing prosecution. Britney Spears Considers Moving To New York
Britney Spears is considering moving to New York. The "Womanizer" singer has reportedly spoken to her ex-husband Kevin Federline, who she has two sons with, about the prospect of leaving Los Angeles and relocating to the U.S. city.A source told MSNBC: "Britney always toys with the idea of going to New York. Obviously there's no chance that is happening unless Kevin moves, too."
Robert Downey Jr. Says He Is Going To Play "sherlock Holmes" Better Than It's Ever Been Done Before
Robert Downey Jr. says he will play Sherlock Holmes "better than it's ever been done before."The 43-year-old actor - who will portray the fictional British detective in Guy Ritchie's new movie "Sherlock Holmes" - is not worried about following in the footsteps of stars including Charlton Heston, Edward Woodward and Rupert Everett because he intends to bring something new to the role.
Protesters To Boycott Julianne Moore's Movie "blindness"
Julianne Moore new movie "Blindness" is set to be boycotted by protesters who claim it "portrays blind people as monsters."The film, based on the 1995 novel by Nobel Prize winner Jose Saramago, tells the story of an epidemic which causes people to become blind to everything except a fuzzy white light, eventually resulting in the collapse of a city.
Coldplay Thinks They Have Improved With Their Live Performances
Coldplay are "less s**t" than they used to be. The band's frontman Chris Martin insists they are at their peak and their live performances are better than ever.Speaking after a show in Munich, Germany, last week, Chris told Absolute Radio: "I think our concert is the least s**t Coldplay concert at the moment that you could have possibly ever seen. Do you see what I mean? We're better than we used to be."
Kiefer Sutherland Once Tried To Take Dad Donald Sutherland's Voiceover Job
Kiefer Sutherland once tried to take his father's job. The "24" star - whose father is actor Donald Sutherland - says when he realized how much money his dad was making by lending his voice to commercials, he wanted to do it himself.He said: "My dad does the voiceover for everything from Sunkist to Volvo and one day I thought, 'Hmm that seems a good way to make a living.'"
Britney Cut Off From Cuz By Papa Spears
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Britney Spears looks healthy and happy -- we've seen it with our own eyes -- but her dad Jamie is still keeping certain people from her past far far away.One of those people is cousin Alli Sims, whose absence was notable this week in NYC:...Permalink
Brad & Co. Evacuate Berlin
Filed under: Brad & Angelina Brad Pitt unloaded his clown car of small children at the Waldorf Astoria in New York last night -- it sure beats the shooting their trash in Berlin.See Also Trashy New Angelina Video...Permalink
Jessica Searches For Last Train To Nashville
Filed under: Jessica Simpson Jessica Simpson should have known better: Madeo is a notoriously old-fart star hangout that attracts pappers by the bus load. So what did she expect -- she's 30 years younger and a lot hotter than your average celeb bear. You can hear someone scream...Permalink
The Price Of Hanging Out With Madonna
Filed under: Paparazzi PhotoAlex Rodriguez showed a friend at lunch yesterday how much money he has left after his divorce from Cynthia....
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Gerard Butler Hot For Pyt
Filed under: Hook-UpsThe "300" hunk left the club alone last night -- but that didn't stop him from making one last ditch attempt at a love connection at the Crown Bar valet stand.See Also Gerard Wants Tit for Tat...
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Madonna: The Definition Of Beauty
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Beauty, Madonna, Nurse!The only thing more painfully sculpted than Madonna's arms are her cheeks.The facially gaunt 50-year-old attended Kabbalah services in NYC on Wednesday. Despite all her spirituality, Madge is so vein.See Also The Price of Hanging Out with...
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Attack Of The Killer Escalade!!
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Britney Spears A female photog has filed a complaint with the NYPD, claiming one of Britney Spears bodyguards bruised her and tried to break her camera.Carmen Valdes filed the report at the Midtown North precinct yesterday afternoon, claiming the gigantic bodyman...Permalink
Bernhard Banned For Palin "gang-rape" Gag
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeUnlike Sandra Bernhard not everyone thinks joking about gang-rape is high-larious.The bigmouthed Bernhard just got axed from a benefit for a women's shelter because of her now-infamous "joke" that veep-seeker Sarah Palin would get "gang-raped by my...
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Melissa Etheridge To Wed Girlfriend: Report (reuters)
Reuters - Melissa Etheridge will wed girlfriend Tammy Lynn Michaels, the singer told celebrity television show "Extra" ahead of California's vote next month on whether to strip same-sex couples of the right to marry.
Ryan Reynold Took Advantage Of His Wedding Venue; Went Salmon Fishing Before Marrying Scarlett Johansson
Ryan Reynolds went salmon fishing shortly before marrying Scarlett Johansson The "Definitely, Maybe" star is said to have taken full advantage of his wedding venue, the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, before tying the knot with his 23-year-old lover last weekend.
Shia Labeouf Injured On The Set Of "transformers 2" Film
Shia LaBeouf has been injured on the set of the new "Transformers" film. The 22-year-old actor was reportedly hit in the face by a prop while shooting a scene for "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," resulting in a cut below his eyebrow which required stitches.After receiving treatment Shia, rushed back to the set of the movie to continue filming.
Jessica Alba Poses In A Hannibal Lecter Mask To Encourage People To Vote
Jessica Alba has posed in a Hannibal Lecter mask in a bid to encourage people to vote in the U.S. Presidential election.The "Fantastic Four" actress is seen with messy hair, no make-up and tears running down her face in the photograph shot by Mark Liddell which shows her mouth tightly hidden behind metal nails - referencing the cannibal character made famous by Anthony Hopkins in 1991 movie 'The Silence of the Lambs'.
Daniel Craig Considering Plastic Surgery After Suffering From Scarring Injuries On The Set Of "quantum Of Solace"
Daniel Craig needs plastic surgery after shooting the new James Bond movie. The 40-year-old actor suffered so many scarring injuries while filming stunts for "Quantum of Solace" he believes he will have to go under the knife to correct his appearance.Daniel said: "It's what happens when you do something like this. I got tagged in a fight sequence and needed eight stitches. Plastic surgery? Give it five years."
Britney Spears Donates $10k To A School For Its Music Program
Britney Spears visited a school in New York Wednesday - but it was closed. Britney spent 30 minutes at John Philip Souza Middle School to present a $10,000 check for the school's music program, and despite their being a holiday, some pupils were present for the visit.Sousatones, the school's eight-piece band, greeted the singer with a performance, before telling her: "When you're ready to take us on the road for an opening act, we're ready."
Fashionista Victoria Beckham Chooses Her Car To Match Her Clothes
Victoria Beckham matches her clothes to her cars. The former Spice Girl - who is famed for her stylish appearance and recently launched a line of dresses at New York Fashion Week - always picks her vehicle according to what she is wearing.When asked which car she preferred, a Bentley convertible or a Porsche, the 34-year-old star replied: "It depends on what I'm wearing."
The Insider On Tv: Tonight
Here are the big stories we've got brewing for "The Insider" on TV tonight: Sarah Palin debate pressure! Is the election stress getting to her? Then, the former "View" star who went from thin -- to scary skinny! The story behind the celeb's sudden transformation. Finally, the movie legend hidden behind sunglasses, once a celebrity sex symbol -- who is this aging actress?[Read full story on The Insider]
'it's Always Sunny In Philadelphia' Stars Wed!
Love and marriage is alive in TV land! "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" co-stars Kaitlin Olson and Rob McElhenney have tied the knot. OK! magazine reports that the couple enjoyed an "intimate" wedding in Malibu after two years of dating. McElhenney created, exec produces and stars on the irreverent FX sitcom as "Mac," while Olson plays "Sweet Dee." And they're not even the first couple from the show to get hitched -- cast-mates Charlie Day and Mary Elizabeth Ellis wed in 2006, says the mag.[Read full story on The Insider]
Rosie Odonnell To Host Variety Special
Rosie O'Donnell has a new variety special set to air live from NYC the night before Thanksgiving, and it's said to be full of surprises! Variety says that "Rosie's Variety Show" will run for an hour and feature celeb guests, musical performances, comedy bits and a contest for audiences in the studio and at home. And most tantalizing of all, the trade paper speculates that the variety show could become a “regular TV gig” for the comedienne, who proved a sensation on ABC’s "The View" and once hosted her own talk show, “The Rosie O'Donnell Show.”[Read full story on The Insider]
'kung Fu Panda' Returns For Round 2 With 3-d Sequel
After kicking the competition where it hurts with the tremendous blockbuster success of the first 'Panda' film, DreamWorks Animation will hammer out a 3-D sequel of 'Kung Fu Panda.' The new film is entitled 'Pandamonium' and schedule to be released June 3, 2011, says Variety. Angelina Jolie and Jack Black have signed on to return and lend their voices to the film, says the trade paper. The animated film, which has grossed more than $626 million worldwide and earned the title of the film studio’s highest grossing non-sequel, will also be released to IMAX theaters, Variety reports. The DVD and Blu-ray release of 'Kung Fu Panda' will hit stores on Nov. 9.[Read full story on The Insider]
Dramatic Photo: Jessica Albas Muzzled Plea
A muzzled, teary-eyed, and jaw-bound Jessica Alba appears in a provocative and compelling new ad campaign encouraging young adults to get active in the upcoming presidential election. The striking ad is for "Declare Yourself," a non-partisan, non-profit national voting initiative aimed to get young voters to register and vote in the 2008 presidential race. The ad bears the slogan: “Only You Can Silence Yourself.” "These images, while incredibly unsettling, are extremely compelling to today’s young adults," said Marc Morgenstern, Declare Yourself Executive Director. "With less than 40 days left until the national election, we deliberately chose vivid and startling imagery to break through and underscore the grave consequences of not voting and in effect muzzling oneself." The dramatic, eye-popping photo of a struggling Alba was taken by renowned photographer Mark Liddell. Click here for more information on the "Declare Yourself" campaign.[Read full story on The Insider]
Laras Wardrobe Cam: What Will She Wear?
It’s a high-stakes fashion dilemma on Lara’s wardrobe cam today. Will it be a red, slinky form-fitting Bebe dress, or a black Cavalli? Wait till you see what happens when Lara tries to slink into the Bebe cocktail dress -- it even makes her blush![Read full story on The Insider]
Rosie O'donnell To Host "variety Show" (reuters)
Reuters - Rosie O'Donnell is returning to television as host of a live variety show on NBC.
Celebrity Birthdays, October 2
Happy Birthday to Alexisonfire singer George Pettit (1982), Aqua singer Lene (1973), Slipknot guitarist James Root (1971), pop singer and mall rat Tiffany (1971), TV host Kelly Ripa (1970), Sublime drummer Bud Gaugh (1967), Boy George Urges 'amazing' Winehouse To Get Well
Eighties pop star BOY GEORGE has reached out to troubled singer Amy Winehouse urging her to turn her back on her "car crash" existence.The former Culture Club star hates to see the acclaimed soul sensation fritter her talents away in favour of drugs and alcohol.And the star, who has battled his own drug demons over
Bernhard Axed From Fundraiser After Palin 'gang Rape' Joke
Controversial comedienne Sandra Bernhard has been dropped as a headliner for a women’s shelter fundraiser after making a series of shocking about U.S. vice-presidential candidate SARAH PALIN.The star, most famous for her former friendship with Madonna, stunned fans at her one-woman show in Washington last month (Sep08) when she said that Palin would be
Favreau Nervous About Iron Man Car Scenes
Actor/moviemaker Jon Favreau had a few nervous moments while he was filming ROBERT DOWNEY JR. in IRON MAN - because the CHAPLIN star was actually ripping his classic car apart in garage scenes.In order to show film fans that Downey Jr’s Tony Stark character was capable of building the Iron Man suit, the director decided
Spacey: 'i'll Never Work With Brand'
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey has provided an unexpected blow to RUSSELL BRAND’s film career - insisting he would never dream of working with the comedian.Brand has carved himself a Hollywood movie career after years on the comedy circuit in his native Britain, making a name for himself with niche roles in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and
King Wants Kids
Actress Jaime King is desperate to have children with her director husband KYLE NEWMAN.The couple will celebrate its first wedding anniversary in November (08) and both King and Newman have designs on a big family.King tells OK! magazine, "The families I love the most typically have at least three kids. I want to start soon.
Doherty Scared Out Of The Sea
Actress Shannen Doherty is terrified of returning to the sea after a shark attack.The former Beverly Hills, 90210 star went cage diving off the coast of Hawaii two years ago and "freaked out" when the sharks she hoped to see underwater appeared.She tells Details magazine, "I couldn’t breathe, I started having an anxiety attack, I
Stars Team Up With Google To Encourage U.s. Voters
Leonardo DiCaprio FOREST WHITAKER and DUSTIN HOFFMAN have joined forces with Internet giant Google in a bid to urge U.S. citizens to vote in the upcoming American elections next month (Nov08).The actors have shot a pro-vote video, which has been uploaded onto video network site YouTube, to make Americans aware of the dangers of not
Brown's Designer Career Captured For Tv
Former SPICE GIRL Melanie Brown is in talks with the creator of TV style contest PROJECT RUNWAY to launch her own fashion reality show.The singer is in competition with former bandmate and novice designer Victoria Beckham after releasing her Catty Couture range earlier this year (08).And the star, who is fast becoming a regular on
Injured Labeouf Impresses Troops With His Courage
LATEST: Shia LaBeouf is such a trooper on the set of the TRANSFORMERS sequel , he refused to seek hospital help for a severe eyelid injury during a bomb blast stunt that went awry on Wednesday (01Oct08).The actor was shooting scenes at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico when he was injured - and
Hogans To Reunite For Son's Jail Release
HULK HOGAN’s incarcerated son NICK will bring his feuding family back together when he’s released from jail in Florida on 21 October (08).The convict’s pop star sister Brooke Hogan has revealed she’s planning a reunion with her estranged parents Hulk and Linda to mark Nick’s release from Pinellas County Jail in Clearwater.She says, "For Nick,
Khloe Kardashian Handed Dui Sentence Extension
LATEST: A judge has ordered reality TV star Khloe Kardashian to complete a court-imposed course of drug and alcohol classes in the next six weeks, after learning she had missed her deadline.The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star was handed the sentence - along with a short jail term - when she was convicted of
Billy Baldwin Raises Money For Obama
Actor William Baldwin and his actress/singer wife CHYNNA PHILLIPS raised $58,000 (£31,000) for BARACK OBAMA’s presidential campaign, by hosting a fundraiser at their California home at the weekend (27Sep08).The Dirty, Sexy Money star threw together the party - at their new Santa Barbara pad - at the last minute, so Phillips could show off her
Video: Psychic Matchmaking No Hoax On 'the Ex List'
What if a psychic told you that you’d already dated your future husband, and that you now have only one year to track him down -- or else remain lonesome forever! That's the premise of CBS' exciting new dramedy, "The Ex List," premiering Friday Oct. 3. Now, "The Insider" takes you on the set of "The Ex List" and channels its star, Elizabeth Reaser ('Twilight'), for a behind-the-scenes look at the show! Elizabeth plays Bella Bloom, a single 30-something and successful business owner who heeds a psychic's warning to find her true love, who she's apparently gone out with already. That means she'll have to revisit many a past relationship and sort through the mistakes to find her soul mate! The show co-stars Alexandra Breckenridge ("Dirt"), Rachel Boston ("American Dreams") and Adam Rothenberg. Don't miss it![Read full story on The Insider]
Sarah Jessica Parker And Caroline Kennedy Team Up For Public Schools
Sarah Jessica Parker and Caroline Kennedy appeared together Wednesday afternoon for the kickoff of the "Shop for Public Schools" fundraiser that will benefit New York City area schools. At Wednesday's event Sarah Jessica ed that the ongoing event is "a great opportunity for all New Yorkers to get involved," according to the Associated Press. "Shop for Public Schools," which began in 2004, started when a collection of retailers approached Kennedy, who is the vice-chair of The Fund for Public Schools, asking how they could help. The Fund for Public Schools has raised over $230 million for New York public schools since its inception in 2002. To find out how you can "Shop for Public Schools" at NYC retailers, please visit www.shopforpublicschools.org.[Read full story on The Insider]
Quincy Jones 'very Concerned' About Natalie Cole
“The Insider” caught up with Quincy Jones in Seattle, where a performing arts center has been named for him, and he ed on fellow music legend Natalie Cole, who was recently hospitalized due to a battle with the deadly liver condition Hepatitis C. “We are very concerned about her,” Quincy tells "The Insider." “She’s not doing well right now,” he goes on to say. Quincy thinks he might be able to help her if he can get through to her: “We had a doctor we met at a benefit the other night that says he has the new technology that could save her with Hepatitis C, so we’re trying desperately to reach her to get in touch with her because she’s in the hospital as we speak, with the dialysis and everything.” Natalie was hospitalized in mid September and a close family source told "The Insider," "She's had a setback and has gone into the hospital." “She’s in New York now,” Quincy says. “We’re trying to reach her and we can’t get through.” Quincy tells “The Insider” that his relationship with Natalie goes all the way back to her childhood, when he worked with her father, Nat King Cole: “I worked with her father in 1960, [with] my band in Europe and Natalie was seven years old then and she went to school with my daughter. She was a sweetie back then.” “The Insider” talked to Quincy in Seattle on Friday, where his alma mater, Garfield High School, is dedicating the Quincy Jones Performing Arts Center to the music producer.[Read full story on The Insider]
Video: Leonardo Dicaprio's Voting Declaration!
Leonardo DiCaprio joins his Hollywood peers in a series of Public Service Announcements to encourage young people to register to vote! In addition to Leo, celebrities appearing in the PSAs include: Forest Whitaker, Tobey Maguire Will. i. am, Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Bacon, Ashton Kutcher, Natalie Portman, Jamie Foxx and many more! Watch the celebrity PSA now! Declare Yourself, Google and Myspace are all involved in this campaign! Check out Google's voter information site to see how to register to vote and where to vote on election day![Read full story on The Insider]
Lara's Look For Less
Lara's Look for Less: Webisode #17 "The Insider"'s Head Fashion Stylist, Anya Sarre, has found a look-alike version of the marigold yellow Diane von Furstenberg dress that Lara wore on Wednesday's "Insider." It's a steal! To get this look, check out the below links: Dress: Bebe, www.bebe.com Necklace: Express, www.express.com Belt: Walmart, www.walmart.com Shoes: Ralph Lauren www.ralphlauren.com[Read full story on The Insider]
Hip-hop Star Jay-z To Perform At Obama Voter Drive (ap)
AP - Jay-Z is doing an encore for Barack Obama.
Downey To Play Sherlock Holmes, Studio Eyes Series (reuters)
Reuters - Robert Downey Jr. is to play Victorian super sleuth Sherlock Holmes in an upcoming blockbuster that studio Warner Bros. hopes will become a lucrative new franchise.
Melissa Etheridge To Wed Girlfriend: Report (reuters)
Reuters - Melissa Etheridge will wed girlfriend Tammy Lynn Michaels, the singer told celebrity television show "Extra" ahead of California's vote next month on whether to strip same-sex couples of the right to marry.
Kennedy, Parker Launch Nyc Schools Benefit (ap)
AP - Caroline Kennedy and Sarah Jessica Parker want you to shop 'til you drop — and feel good about doing it.
Ny Judge Aufs `project Runway' Suit (ap)
AP - A New York judge has bid "auf Wiedersehen" to fashion industry veterans who claimed Heidi Klum and others ripped off their idea for television's "Project Runway."
Miles Davis Classic "kind Of Blue" Still Kicking At 50 (reuters)
Reuters - As record albums go, Miles Davis "Kind of Blue" may not by the biggest seller of all time, but it has influenced generations of jazz and other musicians and is about to celebrate its 50th birthday.
Ny Photogs Deny Wrongdoing Over Nude Monroe Pics (ap)
AP - A lawyer for two photography professionals says seven nude and seminude Marilyn Monroe photos that are the subject of a lawsuit were found in curbside garbage nearly 35 years ago.
Mickey Rourke's Choice: Change Or Blow Brains Out (reuters)
Reuters - Troubled Hollywood outsider Mickey Rourke said he had a tough choice to make to get his life back on track -- change or "blow your ... brains out."
O.j. Simpson's Lawyers Rest Case In Robbery And Kidnapping Trial (afp)
AFP - Lawyers defending O.J. Simpson in his armed robbery and kidnapping trial rested their case on Wednesday without putting the American football star on the witness stand.
Dicaprio, Berry Among Celebs Getting Out The Vote (ap)
AP - How do you get kids to vote? Just say no.
Spike Lee Film Angers Italy's Surviving Partisans (reuters)
Reuters - Film director Spike Lee has set off a storm in Italy with a movie about black American soldiers fighting alongside Italian partisans in World War Two.
Colbert Runs For White House — With Spider-man (ap)
AP - Stephen Colbert is hoping to swing into the White House — alongside Spider-Man.
Photographers Deny Stealing Nude Monroe Photos (reuters)
Reuters - Two photographers being sued for the return of nude pictures of Marilyn Monroe on Wednesday denied accusations they had stolen the images and said they had been found in a trash can.
Women's Shelter Cuts Bernhard After Gang-rape Line (ap)
AP - A women's shelter on Wednesday cut headliner Sandra Bernhard from its annual benefit after she said Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin would be gang-raped if she ever visited New York.
Google Teams With Film Stars To Register Us Voters (afp)
AFP - Film stars including Forest Whitaker, Leonardo DiCaprio and Dustin Hoffman joined forces with Google on Wednesday in a campaign to get US citizens to vote in the coming presidential election.
Attorney: Paparazzi Called In Tip On Locklear (ap)
AP - An attorney for the woman whose 911 call led to Heather Locklear arrest says she also snapped paparazzi photos, but alerted authorities for safety's sake.
Club Boss Takes Credit For Sam Ronson's Career
A New York nightclub boss is taking credit for celebrity DJ Samantha Ronson career, insisting her gave her her big break. Plumm partner Noel Ashman claims he agreed to give Ronson a chance to showcase her talents after Oasis Plan Another North American Tour After Attack
Oasis are to reteam with Ryan Adams for another North American tour just three months after guitarist Noel Gallagher was attacked onstage in Canada. Britney Spears' Ex Claims There Is No Sex Tape
Britney Spears photographer ex-boyfriend has blasted claims he is trying to sell a sex tape featuring the star. Kirsten Dunst's Teeth 'weren't Photoshopped' For Magazine
Magazine editors have hit back at allegations they airbrushed Kirsten Dunst "fangs" out of her front page photo shoot for the October issue of Harper's Bazaar. 'rachel Getting Married' Is Emotionally Draining
There is often an underlying dread that accompanies the process of reuniting at a family gathering. Often, such as is the case for Kym (Anne Hathaway) in "Rachel Getting Married," Shia Labeouf Hurt In 'transformers 2' Set Accident
Actor Shia LaBeouf is nursing a new injury after an accident on the set of the new Transformers movie which reportedly left him needing stitches above the eye. Scarlett Johansson's Wilderness Wedding
Scarlett Johansson married Ryan Reynolds at a remote resort on the west coast of Canada. Hollywood Stars: 'please - Just Don't Vote'
NEW YORK (AP) - How do you get kids to vote? Just say no. Leonardo DiCaprio, Halle Berry, Jennifer Aniston Tobey Maguire, Eva Longoria Parker and other stars are using reverse psychology to get young people into voting booths on Election Day. Jenny Mccarthy Is Upset Over Amanda Peet's Comments
Jenny McCarthy has taken aim at Amanda Peet over scathing the actress made about parents who refuse to vaccinate their children. McCarthy is leading a campaign to overhaul America's immunization programs, Lou Reed Wants New York Street Named After Him
Lou Reed is campaigning to have a New York street named after him. The 66-year-old rocker was born in Brooklyn and has spent all of his life living in Manhattan, where he was once nicknamed "The Bard of the East Village." The Game Escapes Jail On Cousin-beating Charges
Rapper The Game will avoid a jail sentence for attacking his cousin at a family funeral if he attends 36 anger management meetings in the next five months. The star fought his relative over funeral costs at the service in July. Jennifer Lopez: 'posh's Haircut Knocked Me Out'
Jennifer Lopez was shocked when she saw pal Victoria Beckham's new pixie crop haircut for the first time— because the Brit had kept the style a secret from her. The former Spice Girl stunned onlookers at a Marc Jacobs fashion show Sharon Stone Wanted Her 8-year-old Son To Have Botox?
Like every other 8-year-old riding the planet, Roan Bronstein has smelly feet. No big deal. Unless your mother is crazy actress Sharon Stone who wanted her son to have botox injected into his feet to cure the smell - since "bathing" and "changing socks" doesn't seem to be an option in that celebrity household.TMZ is out with this bizarre report today, quoting a document dubbed "Tentative Statement of Decision" which has come out in the custody battle between the 50-year-old actress and her ex-husband Phil Bronstein.
Kim Kardashian Inconsolable After Dancing With Stars Loss
In a shocker even for Dancing With the Stars, Kim Kardashian became the third celebrity contestant to be booted off the show.Even though Cloris Leachman received the lowest score of the night, she's this season's Jerry Springer, a fan favorite in this popularity contest, so expect Cloris to be around awhile longer. But the star of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" wasn't expected to exit so soon.
Omg! The Boys Of "gossip Girl" Talk About Fame On Cover Of Details Magazine
It's an eye candy issue for the girls as Details magazine serves up the three main boys of "Gossip Girls" on its November cover. Penn Badgley Chace Crawford, and Ed Westwick, who all found fame when they accepted their roles on The CW teen drama, agree that their jobs are really what they are: jobs.
She Pummels, She Pleads
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeThe girl who makes Tila Tequila a natural woman will not go to the mattress in her battery case.Courtenay Semel pleaded guilty today in Las Vegas to misdemeanor battery. She'll have to pay $250 -- case closed.Court -- daughter of the guy who once ran...
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Shia In Stitches On "transformers" Set
Filed under: Nurse!, Shia LaBeouf The name is Shia LaBeouf Official translation: Accident prone.Sources tell TMZ Shia was injured by a prop on the set of "Transformers" -- we're told he got a cut below his eyebrow that required stitches. After getting sewn up, he went right back to...Permalink
Sam & Lilo Go Two-pieces
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Lindsay Lohan Hot BodiesLooking good in women's bathing suits, Samantha Ronson and Lindsay Lohan got hot and not-so heavy on the beach in the 95 degree Mexican heat on Tuesday.See Also LiLo and Sam Break Out the Sand Panties...
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Susan Anton: 'memba Her?!
Filed under: Movies, Beauty, 'Memba Them?!In the '70s and '80s, Susan Anton starred in movies like "Goldengirl," "Spring Fever" and "Cannonball Run 2" and dated actor Dudley Moore. Guess what she looks like now!...
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Tmz Tv Tonite -- In Your Face!
Tonight on TMZ TV -- Bruce Jenner's blow up in Kim Kardashian face ... wild predators cause Britney to pull a deer-in-the-headlights face ... and Keanu Reeves has the face of a Mach 3 man.Check your local listings....Permalink
Judge To Khloe K -- Stop Dragging Ass
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeThe other Kardashian sister was in court today for a progress hearing on her DUI -- and nearly blew it when the judge learned she hadn't completed her required drug and alcohol classes by today's scheduled appearance.The judge scolded the reality...
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Officials: No Breath In Supermodel Choking Case
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeThe ex boyfriend accused of violently choking supermodel Angie Everhart during an incident back in August is officially off the hook.TMZ has learned the L.A. County D.A. rejected the case against actor Chad Stansbury after they decided there wasn't...
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Brit To Students -- Get Edumacated, Y'all!
Filed under: Britney Spears A few months ago, nobody would have trusted Britney around a group of children -- but today she made a bunch of kids' lives by showing up to their school in the Bronx.Though closed for the Jewish holiday, the school was granted special permission...Permalink
Did 911 Caller Really Tip Off Paparazzi?
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Heather Locklear The woman who called 911 on Heather Locklear says she never gave the paparazzi a heads up, according to her lawyer.Attorney Nick Tepper, who reps Jill Ishkanian, tells "Extra," "At no time did my client call the paparazzi." So where on earth did TMZ...Permalink
Locklear Police Report -- "obvious Impairment"
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeThe California Highway Patrol has released the arrest report from Heather Locklear DUI bust:"A concerned citizen observed a visibly impaired woman, later identified as Heather Locklear at a parking lot in Montecito, CA. Ms. Locklear was driving...
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Goldstein And Moore Rekindle Love Over Hospital Visits
The shock of ADAM ‘DJ AM’ GOLDSTEIN’s near-death plane crash has reportedly rekindled his romance with singer ex-girlfriend Mandy Moore The pair ended its brief romance last year (07), but they remained close, and Moore rushed to visit Goldstein in hospital in Augusta, Georgia, as he recovered from burns suffered in the 19 September (08) crash,
Ferrera's Emmys Wardrobe Malfunction
UGLY BETTY star America Ferrera almost flashed the entire audience at the Emmy Awards after a wardrobe malfunction left her feeling exposed.The actress’ designer gown fell apart as she sat waiting to take the stage to present an award with her TV show co-star Vanessa Williams at last month’s (Sep08) glitzy ceremony.She explains, "I was
Dicaprio Mourns Grandma's Death
Leonardo DiCaprio has paid tribute to his late grandmother in a new magazine article, calling the German his "barometer of truth".The actor’s "Oma", Helene Idenbirken, died in a hospital in Germany this past summer (08), and her famous grandson admits the loss has hit him hard.He tells the upcoming issue of America’s Parade magazine that
Favreau Given Tour Of Lucas' Secret Props Treasure Trove
STAR WARS creator George Lucas keeps props from his blockbusters at a secret warehouse location on his Skywalker Ranch estate in Marin County, California.Few people have been admitted to the movie treasure trove, but actor/director Jon Favreau was given a rare guided tour while he was editing Iron Man in Lucas’ state-of-the-art film suites.The Swingers
Virginity Comments Leaves Dicaprio Blushing
Red-faced movie star Leonardo DiCaprio was left covering up his blushes during a recent TV interview after a U.S. presenter quizzed him about when he first had sex.DiCaprio was asked to on remarks made by his Body of Lies co-star Russell Crowe, in which the Oscar winner suggested his young pal was an 18-year-old
Cruise Pays Essay Tribute To 'idol' Newman
Tom Cruise has poured his heart into a farewell message to his pal and COLOR OF MONEY co-star PAUL NEWMAN, who lost his cancer battle on Friday (26Sep08).The movie star has written an essay about Newman, which will appear in the upcoming issue of America’s People magazine.In the heartfelt message, Cruise explains his former co-star
Actress Mitchell's Wedding Is A Starry Affair
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE and Jessica Biel were among the guests at actress BEVERLEY MITCHELL’s Italian wedding to MICHAEL CAMERON on Wednesday (01Oct08).Mitchell exchanged vows with her accountant beau at a ceremony in Ravello.The newlyweds, both 27, have been engaged since New Year’s Eve 2005.Timberlake and Biel - who starred alongside Mitchell in hit U.S. show 7th
Britney Visits Closed School
Pop superstar Britney Spears shocked young fans in New York on Wednesday (1Oct08), by paying an impromptu visit to a junior school which was closed.John Philip Sousa Junior High School in The Bronx was closed for classes because of the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah - so staff had to round up 20 kids, who were
Costner Gives Baseball Team A Musical Boost
Kevin Costner has followed rocker EDDIE VEDDER’s lead by penning a new morale-boosting tune for his favourite U.S. baseball team.Pearl Jam star Vedder’s All The Way has become a play-off anthem for his beloved Chicago Cubs and now Costner is hoping his tune It’s All Up To You will help lead the Tampa Bay Rays
Gallagher Sleepwalking
OASIS star Noel Gallagher is battling sleepwalking.The rocker admits he occasionally wakes up in a different room to where he falls asleep.He tells Spin magazine, "I’m 41 and I’m starting this whole new nocturnal adventure." And sometimes he wakes up in a totally different part of his home: "One night, I got into bed with
Go-gos Star's Lovelace Musical To Hit The Stage
GO-GOs star CHARLOTTE CAFFEY’s Linda Lovelace musical is heading for its first stage run in Los Angeles.Caffey created the project, about the tragic porn star’s life, a decade ago and the musical, Lovelace: A Rock Opera, debuted for one night at the Key Club in Los Angeles in 2003.Now, the Deep Throat star’s life story
Nine Inch Nails Land Iphone Game
NINE IN NAILS are to become the musical stars of a new iPhone game.The industrial rockers, led by Trent Reznor, have landed their own branded version of The Game Tap Tap Revenge The Game will feature 16 songs by Reznor, including some remixes made especially for The Game according to RollingStone.com.Movie & Entertainment News provided by
Mccarthy Upset About Mccain Snub
Actress/model Jenny McCarthy was left frustrated when she attempted to discuss autism issues with U.S. presidential candidate Senator JOHN McCAIN - because his campaign manager decided the hot-button topic was too controversial.McCarthy, who is among those leading the charge to legislate vaccines she claims cause autism in children, was thrilled when Republican McCain stated that
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