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Halle Berry, Martha Stewart Among Stars At Ck Bash (ap)
AP - Halle Berry in a body-hugging outfit, and her special man, model Gabriel Aubrey, helped make Calvin Klein's 40th anniversary bash a New York moment.
Madonna Dedicates "like A Virgin" To Pope In Rome (reuters)
Reuters - Pop star Madonna, once accused by the Vatican of staging one of the most satanic shows in history, dedicated her hit "Like a Virgin" to the pope at a sold-out concert in Rome over the weekend.
Madonna Dedicates 'virgin' To The Pope
Superstar Madonna has been branded "disrespectful" by Catholics after dedicating her risqué song Like A Virgin to The Pope at a recent live show. Mtv Vmas Find Few Surprises As Britney Steals Show
LOS ANGELES — No Madonna kiss. No Michael Jackson cameo. No flying Howard Stern. Not even a Kanye tantrum. Justin Timberlake Dodges Brawl
Justin Timberlake found himself at the center of a brawl on Friday after unruly club goers reportedly tried to attack his bodyguard. Justin Timberlake Goes For 'mr. Sexy Backwoods'
NEW YORK (AP) - Justin Timberlake is shaking his "Mr. Sexy Back" reputation for something more like "Mr. Sexy Backwoods." Stephen Colbert To Have His Dna Sent Into Space
NEW YORK (AP) - Should this world ever cease to exist, Stephen Colbert will live on. The comedian's DNA will be digitized and sent to the International Space Station, Eva Longoria Parker Talks Fashion At Fashion Week
NEW YORK (AP) - Eva Longoria Parker is running a tight schedule. The "Desperate Housewives" actress hopped on a red-eye flight from California to help launch What To Watch: What's Airing, Re-airing & Entertaining On Tv This Week
Monday, Sept 8 Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (Fox, 8 p.m.) - Happy 16th Birthday, John Connor! Your terminator friend just blew up, there's some really bad guys after you
Nicolas Cage Claims Number One With Action Film
Nicolas Cage new action movie Bangkok Dangerous has debuted at the top of the box office with a meagre $7.8 million opening weekend take. Bon Jovi Party Raises $3 Million For Obama
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi hosted a fundraiser for U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama at his New Jersey home on Friday - and helped raise $3 million for the Democrat's campaign efforts. Heather Mills Leaked Mccartney Operation News
Paul McCartney ex Heather Mills was responsible for leaking a bogus story about the rocker's heart problems earlier this year in a bid to discredit the star. Channing Tatum Surprises Jenna Dewan With Proposal
Actor Channing Tatum has proposed to his Step Up co-star Jenna Dewan during a surprise party in Maui. Naomi Watts: 'lesbian Love Scenes Are Easier'
Hollywood star Naomi Watts prefers filming love scenes with women, because there is no "sexual tension" between females. Gary Coleman Under Police Investigation
Pint-sized actor Gary Coleman is at the center of a police investigation in Utah after hitting a man with his car. Russell Simmons, T.i. Get Political At Mtv Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) - The MTV Video Music Awards are all about unique collaborations and blowout performances, but a few show guests Sunday added a touch of politics Chris Brown Busy Writing Songs For Britney Spears
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Chris Brown was tied to two of the hottest women at the MTV Video Music Awards: Rihanna and Britney Spears Natasha Bedingfield Is Engaged
British pop star Natasha Bedingfield is set to wed her boyfriend Matthew Robinson. Britney Spears Not 'upset' By Mom's Memoir
Britney Spears has denied reports she is furious with her mother Lynne for detailing her troubled past in a forthcoming memoir. Writers Opinion: Angelina Jolie Isn't That Hot
I think Angelina Jolie was always thought of as pretty, a nice looking girl. She was a decent foil for Denzel Washington in The Bone Collector, "lost" Star Maggie Grace Admits She's An Anglophile
"Lost" actress Maggie Grace says she's an anglophile. The 24-year-old actress admits her views of England have been affected by her early experiences in the country, but says she's intrigued by the country's "dualism."Maggie said: "I'm a complete anglophile - I came here first when I was 13 - I had a pen pal since I was eight in the Lake District and I went to school with her. I was really into Shakespeare and some of the English poets from the Lake District."
Brad Pitt Longs For Sleep Following His Twins With Angelina Jolie
Brad Pitt is "longing for" sleep following the birth of his twins in July. The "Burn After Reading" star - whose babies Knox Leon and Vivienne Marcheline are his fifth and sixth children with partner Angelina Jolie - admitted while he is happy with the new additions to his family, he wishes he could spend more time in bed.Asked how the twins were doing, Brad replied: "They are all good - everyone's healthy, and everyone's great. Sleep is something we long for, but that's alright, we'll get it soon!"
Rod Stewart Gives Rhys Ifans Tests To Prove If He Is Worthy To Date His Daughter Kimberly
Rod Stewart has set Rhys Ifans a series of tests to prove he is worthy to date his daughter. The actor is currently romancing the "Maggie May" singer's daughter Kimberly, 29, and Rod is determined to discover Rhys' interests before he gives the relationship his blessing.The 63-year-old rocker's wife, Penny Lancaster, 37, told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "Rod really likes Rhys and wants to get to know him and what makes him tick."
Supermodel Gisele Bundchen Admits She Is In No Rush To Marry Boyfriend Tom Brady
Gisele Bundchen has no intention of marrying boyfriend Tom Brady. The Brazilian beauty - who was recently reported to be keen to tie the knot with her American football player beau - admits she is in no rush to settle down.She said: "I'm happy as I am. Why is the whole world worked up about my getting married? I'm having a great time and I want to enjoy it."
Leann Rimes Would Love To Star In "gossip Girl"
LeAnn Rimes "would love" to star in "Gossip Girl." The "How Do I Live" singer dreams of being approached about starring in the hit U.S. teen drama, because her husband Dean Sheremet is obsessed with it.She said: "I definitely want to do more film and every video I do I think I do more and more acting in them, which I think is kind of setting the stage to do more and more film. I've gotten the bug from that, so we're definitely looking and I'd love to do TV. I would love to be on 'Gossip Girl!'"
Justin Timberlake Dives For Cover When A Brawl Erupted At A Party
Justin Timberlake narrowly missed being punched in the face after a fan sneaked into a VIP area to take his photo.The "SexyBack" singer - who was celebrating his duet with Beyonce Knowles at the New York Fashion Rocks party earlier on Saturday evening - was forced to dive for cover when a brawl got out of hand at the city's Rainbow Bar.
Guy Ritchie Gets Turned On By Madonna When She Wears A Leotard
Guy Ritchie was turned on by his wife Madonna in a leotard. The "RocknRolla" director got hot under the collar when his 50-year-old spouse famously donned a purple one-piece during her 'Confessions' world tour in 2006 and showed off her toned figure again wearing a pink version of the tight outfit in her "Hung Up" music video.When asked if he disapproved of the revealing costume, Guy said: "I loved her in the leotard! Come off it."
Jennifer Aniston Says Shooting For Her "30 Rock" Cameo Appearance Was Awesome
Jennifer Aniston says shooting a cameo appearance for "30 Rock" was "awesome". The former "Friends" actress - who stars as a "free-spirited stalker" in the one-off episode of the hit U.S. sitcom - was thrilled to land a role on the show, and described cast members including Alec Baldwin and Tina Fey as "stellar".Jennifer said: "It was awesome, really, really fun, and the cast are stellar."
Jordin Sparks Says It's Not Bad To Wear A Purity Ring
Jordin Sparks wears a purity ring because she doesn't want to look like a "sl*t." The "American Idol" winner, who wears the band on her left ring finger to show she won't have sex before marriage, has spoken out against promiscuous teenagers.She said: "I just have one thing to say about promise rings. It's not bad to wear a promise ring, because not everybody - guy or girl - wants to be a sl*t."
Jennifer Lopez And Marc Anthony Visit Hair Salon Together Before His Concert
Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Anthony visited a hair salon together before his recent New York concert.The 39-year old star had her tresses teased into soft waves, while her musician husband, also 39, opted for an unfussy look ahead of his performance at Madison Square Garden last month.
Brit In Snit With Mama Over Book
Filed under: Let's Get This Party StartedSo as we told you yesterday, all that dish you've heard is in the Lynne Spears book about sex and drugs -- ain't really there.But Britney is still PO'd about the book because it blames everything on Brit's ex-managers, says the New York Post...
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Dash -- Baby Mama Won't Give My Boy Back!
Filed under: Celebrity JusticeRap mogul Damon Dash baby mama is holding his son "hostage," we're told -- and Dash is hauling her into court this morning so he can see the kid.A source tells TMZ Linda Williams -- who's the mother of Damon Dash II, aka "Boogie" -- hasn't allowed...
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Ding Dang -- Brit's Cover Up Exposed!
Filed under: Britney Spears Britney Spears opened the VMAs last night with the telltale sign of a notorious lip syncher -- completely covering her moving lips the entire time she opened the show.That said, TMZ eats crow for declaring her career dead after last year's girthy...Permalink
Brand Blasted For Cherry Pickin'
Filed under: Wacky & WeirdThe Jonas Brothers all wear purity rings -- but VMA host Russell Brand got in some serious hot water with his extremely impure jokes about the Disney virgins.Humorless "Idol" champ Jordin Sparks ('memba her!?) defended the boys after Brand bragged...
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If You Want Crazy, Demand The Real Thing
Filed under: Britney Spears Christina Aguilera Britney Spears circa 2004. Christina Aguilera, cheap knockoff, 2008.See Also Ding Dang -- Brit's Cover Up Exposed!...Permalink
Kristen Bell: Bikini Hero?
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Beauty, Hot BodiesKristin Bell looks really hot in a bikini ... from certain angles.Letting your hair down and losing the granny shades can do wonders for a gal.See Also Kristen Bell on All Fours...
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Oasis Bro Gets Wonder Walloped
Filed under: Wacky & WeirdHow many special people .... run up on stage and assault a bandmember during the middle of a concert?!A man rushed on stage during Oasis' show at Toronto's 2008 Virgin Festival last night and shoved Noel Gallagher to the ground during a performance...
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Mini Me Now On Mini Dvd
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Verne Troyer is now on full display -- as of 5:00 AM today, his sex tape is online.We're not promoting the site, but we can tell you the tape is available for the very small price of $9.95. We expect Verne's lawyers will come out swinging in about an...Permalink
K-fed -- No Chicks, No Shame
Filed under: Britney Spears While Britney was busy putting herself back together this weekend, K-Fed was out doin' what he does best -- boozin'.TMZ spies caught Federleezy hittin' Boulevard 3 nightclub in Hollywood Friday, where he kicked it with a gang of dudes the entire...Permalink
Sienna Miller -- I'm An Actress!
Filed under: Paparazzi VideoA photog from an outside agency put the screws to Sienna Miller at LAX, and her response is both classic and unbelievable. See Also Getty Gives Sienna the Time of Day Balthazar Getty Has a Type...
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Amy Winehouse Booed By Fans After She Arrived An Hour Late At The Bestival Festival
Amy Winehouse was nearly an hour late on stage at a U.K. music festival because she refused to get her feet wet. The 24-year-old singer arrived 45 minutes late for her performance at Bestival on Saturday - held on the Isle of Wight - because she didn't want to walk on the soaked grass.A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "Amy arrived at 9pm and refused to get out of the car. She screeched, 'I'm not standing in that f***ing mud until somebody dries the grass.'"
Pete Doherty Admits He Still Loves Ex-girlfriend Kate Moss
Pete Doherty still loves Kate Moss The Babyshambles rocker, who split from the British supermodel over a year ago, realizes he will never win Kate back but admits he would be overcome if she ever attempted a reconciliation.He said: "It's over. But whether or not I'm over it, I'm not sure. It's so hard talking about someone you love after you have split up."
Emma Watsons Splashes Out $2m On A French Ski Chalet
Emma Watson has bought a French ski chalet for $2 million. The "Harry Potter" star - who is said to be worth $20 million - gained control of her finances on her 18th birthday in April and decided to splash out on the chalet in the popular resort of Meribel, France.A source said: "The house is Emma's way of celebrating her excellent exam results at school and finally getting her hands on some of her hard-earned cash. "
Madonna Upsets Catholics After She Dedicated "like A Virgin" To The Pope At Her Concert
Madonna has upset Catholics by dedicating "Like a Virgin" to the Pope at her concert in Rome on Saturday. The singer's shock tribute to Pope Benedict XVI, the head of the church, has been labeled "disrespectful" by the Catholic community.During the show, Madonna - who was brought up in the religion, but now follows the Kabbalah faith - said: "I dedicate this song to the Pope because I'm a child of God. All of you are also children of God."
Matthew Mcconaughey Loves Flirting With Old Women
Matthew McConaughey loves flirting with old women. The "Fool's Gold" actor, who is currently dating Brazilian model Camila Alves, admits he can't help himself when he is around any member of the opposite sex.He said: "I will flirt with anyone from the ages of four to 80. It is nice to get a smile."
Liam Gallagher Warns To Punch Photographers Who Invade His Space
Liam Gallagher has warned any paparazzi who take the "p**s" to expect a punch. The wild Oasis rocker, who has assaulted several photographers in the past, still isn't prepared to take any nonsense.
Ashlee Simpson And Pete Wentz Reportedly Expecting Twins
Ashlee Simpson is reportedly expecting twins with husband Pete Wentz. The 23-year-old singer and her Fall Out Boy rocker beau are set to welcome two babies into the world later this year, according to Pete's musician friend Tyga.Hip-hop star Tyga told gossip website E! Online: "Pete and Ashlee are having twins. They're really happy."
Heather Mills Fails To Give Her Promised Multi-million Donation To Charity
Heather Mills has failed to hand over a multi-million pound charity donation. The former model vowed to give "a large majority" of her $43 million divorce payment from Sir Paul McCartney to the Adopt-A-Minefield organization, of which she is a patron, but charity sources claim they haven't received anything.
Charlize Theron Spotted Sporting Ring On Her Wedding Finger
She was photographed wearing a ring on her wedding finger during an outing in N.Y.C. last week with Stuart Townsend and so sparked wedding rumors.
Jessica Alba And Cash Warren Lunch Date At Toast
EXCLUSIVE West Hollywood, CA. Newlyweds Jessica Alba and Cash Warren took advantage of the nice Sunday afternoon and had a nice date with their little baby at Toast on 3rd St. As they get ready to leave, Cash packs up the car with the baby-seat and stroller as Jessica takes the last minute iced coffees into the car and settles in.
Madonna's 'like A Virgin' Dedication To Pope
Having been making religion controversy for years, Madonna stated that her song entitled "Like a Virgin" was dedicated to Pope Benedict XVI. The so-called queen of pop made the "disrespectful" dedication to the Pope in a Rome concert just a few miles from the Vatican on Saturday night, September 6. The Rome concert was the only Italian show of her international "Sticky and Sweet" tour.
New Video: The Insiders Steven Cojocaru On Vma Red Carpet
The Insider was on the red carpet at the MTV VMAs Sunday night in Hollywood, and our resident style guru Steven "Cojo" Cojocaru was front and center to greet the stars! Christina Aguilera talks to Cojo about breastfeeding, and Lauren Conrad dishes on who's the best-dressed girl on "The Hills." Watch Cojo talk fashion with pop trio Jonas Brothers and young starlets Miley Cyrus, Ashley Tisdale and Audrina Patridge. The Insider also caught up with 2008 Olympic icon Michael Phelps, who calls his VMA experience a "joyride." Click to watch more of The Insider’s coverage of Sunday’s VMA arrivals![Read full story on The Insider]
Stephen Colbert To Have His Dna Sent Into Space (ap)
AP - Should this world ever cease to exist, Stephen Colbert will live on.
O.j. Revisited As Simpson Faces Robbery, Kidnap Trial (afp)
AFP - Thirteen years after his acquittal in one of the most publicized murder cases in American history, former football great O.J. Simpson returns to court here Monday for jury selection in a robbery and kidnapping case that could send him to prison for life.
Mtv Vmas Find Few Surprises As Britney Steals Show (ap)
AP - LOS ANGELES — No Madonna kiss. No Michael Jackson cameo. No flying Howard Stern. Not even a Kanye tantrum.
Celebrity Birthdays, September 8
Happy Birthday to "Home Improvement" actor Jonathan Taylor Thomas (1981), pop star Pink (1979), Keane drummer Richard Hughes (1975), actor David Arquette (1971), model/tv host Brooke Burke (1971), Parked Car Smash Leaves Mendes Driving With A Bash
Eva Mendes is driving around Hollywood in a smashed up Toyota Prius after the clumsy actress reversed into a friend’s parked car.The sexy star is still baffled as to how she managed the accident - because she has a reversing camera in her state-of-the-art hybrid.And she’s so embarrassed by her latest "nick" that she’s refusing
Spielberg Mediated Eastwood/lee Feud
STEVEN SPIELBERG acted as peacemaker between feuding filmmakers Clint Eastwood and SPIKE LEE, helping the pair end their bitter war of words.Lee slammed Eastwood in May (08) for failing to include black characters in his two 2006 World War II movies Flags of our Fathers and Letters from Iwo Jima.The veteran star struck back, telling
Rocknrolla Star Inspired By Drug-addled Doherty
British actor TOBY KEBBELL based his hard-living rock star character in Guy Ritchie seedy new drama ROCKNROLLA on troubled star PETE DOHERTY.Kebbell starved himself to play the emaciated character and admits the portrayal gave him an insight into Doherty’s mental state.He says, "We have extremely talented musicians in London who unfortunately don’t want to be
Lost Star Dale Boycotted His Own Show
LOST star Alan Dale stopped watching his own show during its third season because he "got sick" of its repetitive script and outlandish storylines.The Australian actor claims scriptwriters failed to keep him interested during a particularly bad stretch of the hit series.Dale - who plays Charles Widmore - tells Digital Spy, "I got sick of
Madonna Dedicates Virgin To Pope
Superstar MADONNA has been branded "disrespectful" by Catholics after dedicating her risque song LIKE A VIRGIN to The Pope at a recent live show.The controversial singer, who comes from a devout Italian Catholic family but now follows the Kabbalah faith, dedicated her 1984 hit to Pope Benedict XVI at the Rome, Italy stop on her
Ritchie Works To A Madonna Soundtrack
Cast and crewmembers on GUY RITCHIE’s new movie ROCKNROLLA were forced to listen to his wife MADONNA’s hits on a loop between shooting scenes.The movie’s star Gerard Butler claims everyone grew tired of listening the Material Girl’s greatest hits on the London set of the gangster film.Butler says, "He doesn’t want to admit it but
Timberlake Dodges Brawl
Justin Timberlake found himself at the centre of a brawl on Friday (05Sep08) after unruly clubgoers reportedly tried to attack his bodyguard.The SexyBack singer was said to be celebrating with a host of A-list stars after the New York Fashion Rocks event when a female fan attempted to sneak into the VIP area of the
Triple Threat Spears And New Mum Aguilera Wow Vmas
One-time pop rivals and former MICKEY MOUSE CLUB darlings Christina Aguilera and BRITNEY SPEARS were the toast of Hollywood on Sunday night (07Sep08) at the MTV Video Music Awards.Spears opened the show with a toast to the prizegiving on its 25th anniversary and went on to pick up her first of three VMA ‘moonmen’ prizes
Winehouse Performs At Rainy Festival
Amy Winehouse played her last scheduled gig of the year (08) at British music festival Bestival this weekend (beg05Sep08) - despite torrential rain that forced several other acts to cancel.The troubled star showed up 40 minutes late and was welcomed by a mixture of cheers and boos from the crowd of thousands as she headlined
Britney Gets A 'piece' Of The Vma's
Putting years of nominations and no wins behind her, Britney Spears broke the streak by winning three VMA awards including tonight's most coveted award, Video of the Year, for "Piece of Me." "To my fans, this is for you," she said upon accepting the award. "Thank you so much." Earlier in the night when she picked up her first award, best female video, Britney thanked God and her two boys for inspiring her. "Piece of Me" also nabbed best pop video. Celebs gracing the show, hosted by British comedian Russell Brand, included presenter Demi Moore, Lindsay Lohan and a very pregnant Ashlee Simpson. All-star performances came from Christina Aguilera, the Jonas Brothers, Kanye West, Rihanna with T.I., and Pink. And in other haps, Chris Brown took home best male video ("With You"), Linkin Park scored best rock video ("Shadow of the Day"), Lil Wayne took home best hip-hop vid ("Lollipop") and The Pussycat Dolls clawed their way to the award for best dancing in a video ("When I Grow Up").[Read full story on The Insider]
Chris Brown Busy Writing Songs For Britney Spears (ap)
AP - Chris Brown was tied to two of the hottest women at the MTV Video Music Awards: Rihanna and Britney Spears
Eva Longoria Parker Talks Fashion At Fashion Week (ap)
AP - Eva Longoria Parker is running a tight schedule.
Britney Sweeps At Otherwise Tame Vmas (ap)
AP - It took a year, but Britney Spears got the comeback she was seeking from the MTV Video Music Awards — and she didn't even have to sing or dance.
Britney Spears Sweeps At Mtv Video Music Awards (reuters)
Reuters - A year after her disastrous comeback attempt at the MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears swept the event on Sunday, winning the first three "Moonman" statuettes of her career.
Russell Simmons, T.i. Get Political At Mtv Awards (ap)
AP - The MTV Video Music Awards are all about unique collaborations and blowout performances, but a few show guests Sunday added a touch of politics in this hot election year.
Calm, Collected: New Britney Still Owns The Vmas (ap)
AP - Britney Spears has provided some of the most memorable moments in the history of the notoriously unpredictable MTV Video Music Awards, for better and for worse.
Torture Scene Left Dicaprio Drained And Ill
Leonardo DiCaprio was left so shattered after a torture scene in new political thriller BODY OF LIES he was ill for days.The Titanic star prepared for the scene in a former Moroccan jail for months, but had no idea the intensity of the shoot would leave him drained and sick.DiCaprio, who plays a CIA operative
Motown Legends Join The First Wives Club For Stage Musical
GOLDIE HAWN, Diane Keaton and BETTE MIDLER’s 1996 buddy movie FIRST WIVES CLUB is set to become the latest film to hit the stage as a musical, thanks to Motown’s biggest hitmakers.Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees and Motown legends Brian and Eddie Holland and Lamont Dozier are working on an original score for
Brand Forced To Apologise For Purity Ring Jokes
Host RUSSELL BRAND was forced to apologise for poking fun at the JONAS BROTHERS’ morals during Sunday night’s (07Sep08) MTV Video Music Awards - after a public dressing down from singer Jordin Sparks The British comedian mocked the pop sensations mercilessly for more than half the show for their no-sex-before-marriage promise and the purity rings they
Publicist Denies Tyga/wentz Baby News At Vmas
Rapper TYGA turned pal PETE WENTZ’s baby news into the talk of the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday (07Sep08), after revealing the FALL OUT BOY star and his new bride Ashlee Simpson are expecting twins.Speaking at a pre-show party, the rap star told reporters, "They’re having twins,"
Double The Fun As Perry & Cyrus Arrive At The Vmas Together
Pals and MTV Video Music Awards rivals Katy Perry and MILEY CYRUS saved fuel on the way to the event in Los Angeles on Sunday (07Sep08) by travelling together.Perry, who once performed backing vocals for Cyrus, shocked pop fans when she stepped out of a limousine with the teen pop sensation.Both girls were nominated for
Triple Threat Spears & New Mum Aguilera Wow Vmas
One-time pop rivals and former MICKEY MOUSE CLUB darlings Christina Aguilera and BRITNEY SPEARS were the toast of Hollywood on Sunday night (07Sep08) at the MTV Video Music Awards.Spears opened the show with a toast to the prizegiving on its 25th anniversary and went on to pick up her first three VMA ‘moonmen’ prizes for
Anti Climax As Spears Opens The Vmas
Britney Spears teamed up with SUPERBAD star JONAH HILL to open the MTV Video Music Awards with a skit.Hill tried to smooch Spears in her dressing room, insisting it was a relaxation technique - but the pop star turned down his advances.Spears was then led to the stage in a shimmering silver and grey gown,
Spears Arrives Early At The Vmas
Britney Spears was so keen to make it to the MTV Video Music Awards on time and avoid the media - she turned up almost three hours early.The pop superstar, who opened the 2008 prizegiving at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, was on set long before her peers started walking the red carpet at the
Ashlee Simpson Is Not Expecting Twins
But she sure looks like she is! The mom-to-be just arrived at the MTV VMA's with a giant belly. Nevertheless, "The Insider" has the real story on the Ashlee Simpson twins rumor! Ashlee's publicist confirms that Simpson and husband Pete Wentz are not expecting twins. Rumors on the Internet spread after Pete’s friend, hip-hop artist Tyga, allegedly told reporters at a pre-VMA barbeque that the couple was expecting twins and they couldn't be happier. Pete’s band, Fall Out Boy, is up for a VMA tonight for Best Rock Video for their cover of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It.”[Read full story on The Insider]
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi Raises $3 Million For Barack
Rocker Bon Jovi held a fund-raiser at his New Jersey home that brought in a whopping $3 million for presidential candidate Barack Obama and the Democratic National Committee, the New York Post reports. About 100 people attended the event Friday at Bon Jovi's mansion in Middletown, NJ, paying about $31,000 each to mingle with the singer and other Democratic supporters, the Post said. Obama gave a brief speech at the gathering, saying he will stand up to any dirty campaign tactics by the Republicans. "We're not going to be bullied, we're not going to be smeared," he said.[Read full story on The Insider]
Gibson Scores Palin Interview,oprah Says No Go
We're tracking America's newest celebrity and the biggest story on the web! Sarah Palin will sit down with Charles Gibson for her first national TV interview since becoming John McCain’s running mate, according to ABC. The venerable ABC News anchor snagged the interview, while many thought Oprah Winfrey would be the obvious choice after the White House hopeful revealed her 17-year-old daughter is pregnant. However, despite reports to the contrary, "The Insider" broke news on Friday that Oprah would not be covering the political beat during the election. "There has been absolutely no discussion about having Sarah Palin on my show," she told us. "At the beginning of this presidential campaign when I decided that I was going to take my first public stance in support of a candidate, I made the decision not to use my show as a platform for any of the candidates. I agree that Sarah Palin would be a fantastic interview, and I would love to have her on after the campaign is over."[Read full story on The Insider]
Britney Tops Vma Buzz
The VMA buzz is once again all about Britney Spears "The Insider" broke the news that she would be back at this year's awards -- to open the show. What lies ahead tonight? We've got the lowdown! Expect to see a lot of Britney, because "Piece of Me" is up for three noms, best pop video, best female video -- and the show's top honor -- video of the year. Although she's been nominated multiple times (16) she has never picked up a trophy. Will this be her big night? Look for other acts to shine, like the Jonas Brothers -- also up for vid of the year -- who will perform onstage. Tonight's other big acts include Rihanna, Pink, Katy Perry, Kid Rock and Kanye West! Of course everyone is also talking about what British comedian Russell Brand will bring as the show's host. He'll get a little help from Pete Wentz, who co-host while his wife Ashlee Simpson will join the onstage antics to present. Other presenters will include Miley Cyrus and Lindsay Lohan, Christina Aguilera and Chace Crawford.[Read full story on The Insider]
Mtv Vmas: How To Make An Entrance!
It's a circus at tonight's MTV Video Music Awards as rapper T-Pain proved by arriving via elephant with some sexy Vegas-style showgirls by his side. Other stars are also showing off their rides by rolling up in monster trucks and more outrageous vehicles! Meanwhile, "The Hills" hotties Audrina Patridge, Lauren Conrad and Stephanie Pratt are showing more skin than usual on the red carpet, and we have the saucy pics! Audrina's glam in a thigh-hugging bubble dress, Stephanie's racy in a black bustier number and Lauren's in a daringly low cut frock with lots of gathers. Rapper Ne-Yo is keepin' it fly in trousers and a fedora. Stay tuned to see if Britney Spears will crash the carpet ... Photos: Getty Images, Frederick M. Brown[Read full story on The Insider]
Gone In 60 Seconds: Britney Spears Kick Starts Vma's
All eyes were on Britney Spears as she opened this year's VMA's! In a video spoof with 'Super Bad' star Jonah Hill, the pop star prepped for the show in her dressing room. Jonah instructed her to "relax" -- but every time she closed her eyes, the actor tried to kiss her! Britney denied his efforts and then shot out of dressing room and onto the live stage as the crowd leapt to their feet! Looking absolutely fantastic in a shiny silver gown, she addressed the crowd and quickly introduced the show. Just as fast, she jumped off stage to make way for the opening act -- all in under a minute![Read full story on The Insider]
O.j. Revisited As Simpson Faces Robbery, Kidnap Trial (afp)
AFP - Thirteen years after his acquittal in one of the most publicized murder cases in American history, former football great O.J. Simpson returns to court here Monday for jury selection in a robbery and kidnapping case that could send him to prison for life.
'bangkok Dangerous' Reaches No. 1 In Slow Weekend (ap)
AP - LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Nicolas Cage action-thriller "Bangkok Dangerous" needed just $7.8 million to take the top spot at the box office in what was the slowest movie weekend in five years, according to studio estimates released Sunday.
Spike Lee Offers Blood, Hope In World War Two Film (reuters)
Reuters - Filmmaker Spike Lee was focusing on the past when he made a movie about oft-forgotten the role of black soldiers in World War Two, a war film with both blood and schmaltz set in Tuscany.
Ricky Gervais Sees Dead People In "ghost Town" (reuters)
Reuters - Ricky Gervais sees dead people. And he has found them to be a demanding bunch in his new movie "Ghost Town" as they clamor for help and attention from the only man who knows they're there.
Torres, Timberlake Make Splash At Ny Fashion Week (ap)
AP - The stars descended on New York Fashion Week on Sunday, with Olympian Dara Torres hitting the catwalk, Justin Timberlake putting on a runway show and the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Uma Thurman lining the front rows.
Olympic Swimmer Dara Torres Models At Fashion Week (ap)
AP - After winning three silver medals in Beijing, Olympic swimmer Dara Torres has mastered another daunting challenge: walking the runway at New York Fashion Week.
One More Time: Britney Returns To Mtv Vmas (ap)
AP - Another year, another attempted comeback for Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Jack Black Challenges Josh Brolin To 'pony Up'
Funnyman Jack Black took celebrities taking donation calls at Friday night's Stand Up 2 Cancer telethon in America to task - by demanding they phone each other with pledges. Morgan Freeman Finds Love While Recovering From Accident
Hollywood actor Morgan Freeman has found love again, just one month after he announced he was divorcing his wife of 24 years. Helen Mirren's Overnight Stay In A Brothel
Helen Mirren spent a night with prostitutes to research her role in forthcoming film Love Ranch. Gisele Bundchen Laughs Off Marriage Claims
Supermodel Gisele Bundchen is baffled by rumors she is to wed her boyfriend Tom Brady. John Malkovich Gets Mad In 'burn After Reading'
TORONTO (AP) - The Coen brothers' new movie gave John Malkovich a chance to blow off some steam. Malkovich's seething character in "Burn After Reading" bursts out in perpetual tantrums, a nice exercise in anger management, according to the actor. Tom Cruise's Company Buys Serial Killer Story
Tom Cruise United Artists deal makers have acquired the rights to Douglas Preston's serial killer story The Monster Of Florence at the Venice Film Festival in Italy. Khloe K. Takes Two For The Road
Filed under: Celebs Caught on Tape, Kim Kardashian The lesser Kardashian pilfered enough hooch from a busted-up House of Hype party in L.A. last night to throw her own afterparty. Maybe not the best idea for a gal on 36-month probation for a DUI.See Also Khloe Likes Her Wieners on a Stick ...Permalink
The Price Of Cage's Cage Receding
Filed under: The Rich Life Nicolas Cage is slashing the price on his Bel-Air Tudor mansion by $5,001,000 -- making it a thinning hair away from a slick $30 million.The amenities include nine bedrooms, nine bathrooms, an Olympic-size pool, a wine cellar and a 35-seat home...Permalink
Tom Brady Badly Injured In Season Opener
Filed under: Talk Sports Tom Brady was just helped off the field by two Patriots personnel members after injuring his left knee. Paging Nurse Bundchen!Kansas City Chiefs safety Bernard Pollard laid Tom out during the first quarter of their first regular season game -- and...Permalink
Fans Confused -- Wino Not A No-show For Gig
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Music, Amy Winehouse In a stunning blow to bookies worldwide, Amy Winehouse actually managed to make her scheduled headlining appearance at the Bestival festival on the Isle of Wight yesterday.True to form, however, she did hit the stage forty-five minutes late, leading...Permalink
Xena: So Much Porn, So Little Time
Filed under: Wacky & WeirdAlthough we barely recognized Lucy Lawless without her medieval weapons and golden brassiere, she was quick to inform us she has a lot of catching up to do when it comes to celebrity skin flicks. See Also Xena Plows Through Paps Pam...
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Bow Wow Reveals The Six-figure Failure
Filed under: Music, The Rich LifeThere was a $100,000 bet for charity between Bow Wow and The Game to see who's the best at Madden football on Xbox -- and Bow Wow spilled who came out on top, and who had to write a check their thumbs couldn't cash.See Also The Game R.I.P. in...
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Coleman In Police Investigation
Pint-sized actor Gary Coleman is at the centre of a police investigation in Utah after hitting a man with his car.Authorities suspect the former Diff’rent Strokes star rammed his 24-year-old victim on purpose.A police officer involved in the investigation claims Coleman and Colt Reston had publicly argued earlier on Saturday night (06Sept08) before the incident,
Butler Dreams Of Another 300
Scottish actor Gerard Butler would love to revisit his hit 300 movie, but has no idea how a prequel or a sequel would work.The star played Spartan king Leonidas in the surprise 2006 hit, and Butler loved everything about the movie.It also brought him a lot of attention, which he has failed to match since.He
Stars Banned From Scrubs Finale
HEROES star MASI OKA and actress Sarah Lancaster have been banned from appearing in the SCRUBS series finale, which will hit TV screens next spring (09).Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence wanted all the significant guest stars who have appeared on the sitcom to appear in the finale - but he has come up against TV red
Leachman Missed Dancing With The Stars Twice
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN star Cloris Leachman was twice turned down as a DANCING WITH THE STARS contestant because she was considered too old for the hit show.The 82-year-old actress will be the oldest star on the show when she dances with professional Corky Ballas in the new season of the talent programme - but she’s thrilled
Silent Screen Siren Page Dies
Silent movie star ANITA PAGE has died at the age of 98.The veteran actress passed away in her sleep at her Los Angeles home on Saturday morning (06Sep08).Page - real name Anita Pomares - broke into Hollywood in 1928, at the age of 18, when she landed a role alongside Joan Crawford in Our Dancing
Cooper Arrived Late And Hungover For Audition
MAMMA MIA! star DOMINIC COOPER got so drunk at a recent London awards show, he almost missed an audition the following morning.Cooper, who recently celebrated the release of his new movie The Duchess with Keira Knightley attended the GQ Awards on Monday (01Sep08) night and took full advantage of the free booze on offer.But he
Beyonce Sparkles With Wedding Ring
Beyonce Knowles stunned at Friday night’s (05Sep08) Fashion Rocks event in New York with her own fashionable rock.The former Destiny’s Child star showed off the $5 million (£2.7 million) wedding ring husband Jay-Z bought her after she became his wife in April (08).It marked the first time the singer/actress appeared in public with the Lorraine
Mills Leaked Mccartney Operation News
SIR PAUL McCARTNEY’s ex Heather Mills was responsible for leaking a bogus story about the rocker’s heart problems earlier this year (08) in a bid to discredit the star.The former Beatle was alleged to have undergone a secret coronary angioplasty operation in December 2007, after doctors warned McCartney that his reported drink and marijuana habits
Watts: 'lesbian Love Scenes Are Easier'
Hollywood star Naomi Watts prefers filming love scenes with women, because there is no "sexual tension" between females.The actress, who shared a same-sex kiss with Laura Harring in 2001 movie Mulholland Drive, insists she is more at ease filming intimate scenes with women than men.She says, "The easiest sex scene I have done was in
Bon Jovi Party Raises $3 Million For Obama
Rocker Jon Bon JOVI hosted a fundraiser for U.S. presidential candidate BARACK OBAMA at his New Jersey home on Friday (05Sep08) - and helped raise $3 million (£1.62 million) for the Democrat’s campaign efforts.Over 100 people attended the gathering, paying more than $30,000 (£16,200) each for the privilege of rubbing shoulders with Obama and his
Murray Thanks Stars For Us Open Success
Will Ferrell and the cast of hit TV show ENTOURAGE inspired British tennis star ANDY MURRAY to win his US Open semi-final against RAFAEL NADAL.The star-struck 21-year-old spotted the celebrities in the crowd at New York?s Arthur Ashe stadium on Saturday (06Sep08), as he roared to a two-set lead against the Spanish world number one.When
Mendes' Banned Ad Airs
U.S. chat show host Jay Leno tested America’s strict decency laws on Friday night (05Sep08) when he aired a pixilated version of EVA MENDES’ banned CALVIN KLEIN perfume ad during his late-night programme.The sexy star, who inadvertently exposed her breast in the ad, was a guest on his Tonight Show and defended the "tasteful" commercial
Beyonce Struggles With Weight And Addiction To Play Etta James
Beyonce Knowles has been piling on the pounds to play jazz and blues great ETTA JAMES in new movie CADILLAC RECORDS.The sexy singer/actress has reportedly gained 20 pounds (nine kilograms) for the role, but admits that wasn’t the hardest part of her transformation.That came when she decided to visit a drop-in centre for drug addicts
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