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Japanese Actress Miyazawa Pregnant: Report (afp)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:32:26 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Japanese actress Rie Miyazawa whose ill-fated romance with a top sumo wrestler in her teenage days made headlines, is pregnant and set to marry her entrepreneur boyfriend, a report said Friday.

Isla Fisher Buys Into Comedy For "shopaholic" (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:31:58 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Australian Isla Fisher was about to pack it in as an actress until her boyfriend, best known as Borat, said she should try comedy.

Kevin Costner And Wife Welcome Second Child: Reports (afp)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:31:31 | Rate news: +2
AFP - Oscar-winning actor-director Kevin Costner and his wife Christine Baumgartner were celebrating the birth of their second child together, reports said Friday.

Kevin Costner, Wife Welcome Another Son (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:31:03 | Rate news: +0
AP - Kevin Costner and his wife are proud parents of a baby boy.

Britney Spears' 'womanizer' Is Sexiest Video Of 2008 (watch Here!)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:28:00 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears "Womanizer" video has been named the sexiest promo of 2008 in Playboy magazine's newly-released music poll. The pop superstar's racy video,


Heath Ledger Fans Want The Joker To Be Retired From Future Films
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:27:33 | Rate news: +0
A group of Heath Ledger fans have demanded The Joker be retired from all future Batman movies as a mark of respect to the late star.


Mira Sorvino Pregnant With Third Child
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:26:29 | Rate news: +0
Oscar winner Mira Sorvino is expecting her third child with actor husband Christopher Backus. The star and her husband are already parents to four-year-old Mattea Angel


'grey's Anatomy' Stars Are Not Leaving Show, Insists Creator
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:26:02 | Rate news: +0
Grey's Anatomy creator Shonda Rhimes has denied reports Katherine Heigl and T.R. Knight will be leaving the hit hospital drama - insisting both stars will continue to work on the show.


Peta Names Demi Moore & Ashton Kutcher 'worst-dressed'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:25:35 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood couple Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher are leading a new Hollywood worst-dressed poll. People for The Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) bosses have declared the fur-wearing pair are fashion victims - and animal lovers voting online seem to agree.


Naomi Watts: 'i've Literally Lost Half My Brain'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:24:31 | Rate news: +0
Naomi Watts gave birth to her second child, Samuel, in December, joining 18-month-old Alexander. Now 18 hour days on a film set are the least of Watts' exhaustion.


Kevin Costner, Wife Welcome Another Son
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:24:04 | Rate news: +1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kevin Costner and his wife are proud parents of a baby boy, his publicist Arnold Robinson said.


Hugh Grant Movies Top 'manly' Poll
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:23:37 | Rate news: +0
Hugh Grant movies Love Actually and Four Weddings And A Funeral have come out top of a poll of romantic films that men secretly love to watch.


Chris Brown Leaves His Vegas Hideout
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:18:48 | Rate news: +0
Chris Brown has reportedly left the Las Vegas hotel where he has been hiding as he fights allegations he attacked his girlfriend Rihanna this weekend.


Heidi Klum Bares All For German Gq
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:17:44 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Heidi Klum has stripped to give her husband Seal and legions of German fans a Valentine's Day treat.


'rescue Me' Returns In April On Fx
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:17:16 | Rate news: +0
Rescue Me, FX's acclaimed series starring Denis Leary will kick off its 22-episode fifth season on Tuesday, April 7th at 10 p.m. ET/PT, and the network placed an order for an additional season.


Jonas Brothers Wax Figures & Letterman Interview (pictures & Video)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:16:49 | Rate news: +0
The Jonas Brothers are in New York City this week and just appeared on 'The Late Show With David Letterman and unveiled their newly redone wax figures at Madame Tussauds.


Ashlee Simpson-wentz's Baby Is 'fine'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:16:21 | Rate news: +0
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz has slammed reports her newborn son Bronx Mowgli is nursing a broken arm - insisting the baby is "fine."


Paris Hilton Denies Brown/rihanna Rumors
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:15:44 | Rate news: +1
Socialite Paris Hilton is the latest celebrity forced to deny flirting with Chris Brown on the night of his alleged fight with girlfriend Rihanna - following a flurry of rumors linking her to the incident.


Jessica Simpson Reaches Out To Domestic Abuse Victims
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:14:35 | Rate news: +0
Jessica Simpson has issued a plea to women suffering domestic abuse - urging them to leave their violent partners and build new lives for themselves.


Keri Russell's New Project!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:30:41 | Rate news: +0
Keri Russell is set to star in an upcoming CBS Films project, and two other big names have also signed on to the film.   According to Variety, the 32-year-old actress will star alongside Harrison Ford and Brendan Fraser in the untitled CBS Films drama. Russell will play Aileen Crowley, a mother trying to maintain a normal life for her sick children, the trade paper says. Brendan Fraser will play Russell's husband John, who teams up with a scientist (Ford) to try and find a cure for the children. The untitled drama will be the first project for the new company, and CBS Films will begin shooting in April.

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Video: Valerie Bertinellis Dress Fitting!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:30:14 | Rate news: +3
"The Insider" is exclusively behind the scenes of Valerie Bertinelli dress fitting for The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection 2009 Fashion Show, which takes place Friday morning in the Big Apple.   And who better to help Valerie find the perfect, glamorous look for the show than star fashion-designer Christian Siriano? "I knew as soon as I heard Christian was designing the dresses: 'I don’t have to worry about a thing. Whatever he puts on me I’m gonna be happy with.' And I am," Valerie enthuses. The Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection 2009 Fashion Show spotlights a fashionable cause -- raising awareness that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women.

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Lara's Wardrobe Cam: Accessorize Me!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:29:46 | Rate news: +0
WEBISODE: 02/13/09   Check out the latest episode of our special web series, and help "The Insider"'s Lara Spencer choose the perfect dress for tonight's show. Here's your chance to get involved -- post your below! And "The Insider"'s fashion expert Anya Sarre has some special tips on how to accessorize -- it all starts right now on Lara's Wardrobe Cam!

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Donny Osmond's Valentine's Day Do's & Don'ts
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:29:07 | Rate news: +0
In case you've been highly distracted -- or you're living in a bubble -- Valentine's Day is tomorrow, guys! But don't fear -- if you haven't done anything to prepare for the big romantic day, Donny Osmond comes to the rescue with his five "Ultimate Do's and Don'ts for Valentine's Day"!   "I've been married for 31 years -- I know what I am talking about," says Donny. "Besides, I called the boss; my wife endorses all five of these." From the right way to give red roses to the one thing that trumps all others, watch the Donny's video for the best way to treat your lady right on Valentine's Day!

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The Jonas Brothers' 'late Night'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:28:37 | Rate news: +0
Nick, Kevin, and Joe Jonas sat down with David Letterman Thursday night and the boys dished on the early days before they formed the band, life on the road, and past romantic relationships!   Sixteen-year-old Nick explains that he got his start in music singing in a hair salon. "Mom was getting her hair done, and I started singing," Nick says. "Someone heard me singing and said, 'you should go see this manager.' I saw the manager, and they started sending me out on auditions for Broadway shows." When asked if he remembered this early stage of his life Nick said; "I do, because I would get paid every time I sang at the hair salon!" Nick's older brothers Joe and Kevin confess that Nick is actually somewhat of a leader in the group. "He's actually like the most leader type," Kevin says. "We say he’s going to be the president in 2038. We're taking votes now if you just want to put your ballots in the back!" Letterman made sure to ask the boys about their love lives and specifically celebrity relationships, asking Joe Jonas: "Taylor Swift... does that ring a bell here?" Joe looked away and then replied: "You know, uh, we didn’t work out." The boys were in good spirits and were playful with Letterman-- and before leaving they read their own top ten list joking at number six that; "we have no idea who that old dude behind the desk is!"

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David Beckham Wants To Be With Wife Victoria On Valentine's Day
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:26:02 | Rate news: +0
David Beckham can't bear to be apart from his wife Victoria on Valentine's Day. Victoria is set to scrap her plans to fly to New York for Fashion Week so she can be with her soccer star husband, according to friends.

A source said: "David begged Victoria not to go to New York this weekend because he can't bear the thought of Valentine's Day without her."

Kate Moss Faces Child Care Crisis After Her Nanny Pulls Out Of A Family Trip
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:25:35 | Rate news: +0
Kate Moss is facing a child care crisis. The supermodel is reportedly in a panic after her daughter's nanny pulled out of a family trip to South Africa.

Kate, 35, had been planning to take her seven-year-old daughter Lila Grace, her boyfriend Jamie Hince and nanny Mary Davidson on a relaxing safari holiday next week.

Tori Spelling Feels Pressured To Be Thin After Giving Birth
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:24:30 | Rate news: +0
Tori Spelling feels under pressure to be thin in Hollywood. The mother-of-two - who recently appeared in new spin-off show "90210" - feels she is expected to stay slim in Los Angeles, even after having children.

She said: "They scrutinize you so much. You try to be the person who says, 'Oh, I don't care,' but I feel the pressure. You're out there, your picture is in every magazine. They're looking at you from every angle, no matter what you do. You have to be careful getting out of cars now because they shoot up your skirt.

Balthazar Getty Written Out Of 'brothers And Sisters'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:24:03 | Rate news: +0
Balthazar Getty will reportedly exit 'Brothers and Sisters' in an explosive storyline.

Studio sources have revealed episode 19 of series three will be the actor's last after he was written out of the hit US TV show.

Tara Reid States Her Reasons For Going To Rehab
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:23:37 | Rate news: +0
Tara Reid checked into rehab because she was "sad and conflicted." The 33-year-old actress recently completed a 60-day stay at Malibu's Promises rehab center - where Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears have previously been treated - for substance abuse, and insists the move was the "greatest decision" she has ever made.

She said: "I didn't like the person I was. I was sad and conflicted."

Reports Say Michael Jackson Has A Mrsa-like "flesh-eating" Superbug
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:23:10 | Rate news: +0
Michael Jackson has a potentially "flesh-eating" superbug.

The 50-year-old singer reportedly contracted the skin infection - which is resistant to conventional antibiotics - while having surgery to reconstruct his nose.

Joaquin Phoenix Gives Bizarre Interview To David Letterman
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:22:43 | Rate news: +1
Joaquin Phoenix has sparked fresh concerns for his mental health after a bizarre appearance on a TV show.

The Oscar-winning actor, who recently quit Hollywood to launch a music career, looked disheveled and wore dark sunglasses during his awkward interview with talk show host David Letterman last night.

Clive Owen "doesn't Care" About His Looks
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:22:17 | Rate news: +0
Clive Owen doesn't care about his looks. The "Children of Men" actor doesn't make any effort with his appearance in his "normal life," despite being regarded as a Hollywood heartthrob.

He said: "Any actor who starts taking the tag 'sex symbol' seriously or thinks of themselves as a sex symbol has got some serious problems. When I'm in my normal life I care very little about how I look. Sometimes I have to dress up when I'm making movies, but that's not me when I'm just hanging around."

Kate Hudson Has A Stripper Pole In Her Bathroom
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:21:51 | Rate news: +0
Kate Hudson has a stripper pole in her bathroom. The "Bride Wars" star recently had the sexy apparatus installed in her home and has already mastered a series of body-bending moves.

A friend said: "She's so proud of it. She was laughing and giddy like a kid when the thing was installed! She holds on with both her arms and flips her legs into the air. It's kind of amazing and totally sexy."

Pamela Anderson Moves Into A Trailer Home
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:21:24 | Rate news: +0
Pamela Anderson has moved into her electrician boyfriend's trailer.

The former "Baywatch" star is reportedly living in a mobile home with new lover Jamie Padgett, who is a surfer and electrician, in Malibu.

Sheryl Crow "danced All Night" At Jennifer Aniston's Birthday Party
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:20:58 | Rate news: +0
Sheryl Crow "danced all night" at Jennifer Aniston birthday party. The actress threw an early celebration at her home on Saturday ahead of turning 40 yesterday and her friends say they had a memorable night.

Singer Sheryl said: "It was a lot of fun. I danced all night with Courteney Cox. I can't remember the last time I did that. So that was a sign of a good party!"

Britney Spears Plays "super Sexy" 50s Housewife For "if You Seek Amy" Music Video
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:20:31 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears plays a "super sexy" 50s housewife in her new music video. The "Circus" singer dons a short blonde wig, a fitted pink top and a white skirt for the promo for her upcoming single "If You Seek Amy."

The pop star - who will kick off her "Circus" tour in New Orleans next month - has spoken about the promo, which was shot earlier this week.

Tilda Swinton Gets Futuristic For Another Magazine
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:07:19 | Rate news: +0
Wow what a cover! Wait a second, what two amazing covers! Yes those marketing people are getting clever again, trying to find ways to get us to go out and (please) buy their magazine.

Freida Pinto - Leading Stylish Lady Of The World - Elle
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:05:26 | Rate news: +0
The leading lady of Slumdog Millionaire, Freida Pinto is also the leading stylish lady of the world! Recently, Elle magazine named her one of the top best dressed women. Before the honour by Elle she was also named the best dressed by Vogue.

Brandy Norwood: Turns 3
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:03:44 | Rate news: +0
American R&B singer-songwriter and actress Brandy Norwood turned 30 year old on February 11. Brandy Norwood celebrated her birthday party at Nobu in Beverly Hills on Wednesday.

Michael Jackson Has Mrsa Superbug - Potential Flesh-eating Infection - Expert Says Jackson's Nose May Fall Off
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:02:40 | Rate news: +0
Michael Jackson is allegedly suffering from a suberbug skin infection, inflaming his hands and face. The 50-year-old pop superstar is receiving antibiotics via an IV drip at a Beverly Hills clinic, to treat the severe "staph" infection, similar to MRSA, The UK Sun reports. MSRA expert Mark Enright told them:

Is John Faizad Ruffa's New Love Interest?
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:02:12 | Rate news: +2
Ruffa Gutierrez and John Faizad during dinner with friends (one of them identified only as 'Samantha') at the Sky Bar on Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles. John Faizad clung his arms to Ruffa's Shoulder looks like Ruffa is moving on from her previous relationship with Yilmaz Bektas.

Mary-kate: Fur-ocious!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:02:54 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Mary-Kate/Ashley Olsen, Full Throttle Fashion

Carrying her trademark 2005 oversized nana shades and a coffee cup, Mary-Kate Olsen maneuvered a NYC sidewalk wearing her finest Chewbacca pelt on Thursday.MKO is in the running for the title of PETA's worst dressed celeb of 2009. With her denim...

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K-fed: "i'm Gonna Take The Kids On The Road"
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:01:46 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Britney Spears K-Fed

Kevin Federline says he's going to allow Britney Spears to take their kids on her upcoming concert tour -- of course he is ... because he's gettin' paid $5,000 a week for his "permission." On his way out of a business meeting with Bone...

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Jackie Chan To Give Singapore Old China Homes: Manager (afp)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:20:46 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Kung Fu movie legend Jackie Chan wants to donate historical Chinese houses worth more than 67 million US dollars to a university being set up in Singapore, his property manager said Friday.

Celebrity Birthdays, February 13
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:17:34 | Rate news: +0
Happy Birthday to English singer Robbie Williams (1974), actress Kelly Hu (1968), Star Wars Episode I and II actress Pernilla August (1958), New Order bassist Peter Hook (1956), former Genesis singer Peter Gabriel


Hello Doggy!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:02:35 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: We're Just Sayin', Critters

Here's a Shih Tzu at the 133rd Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in NYC on Tuesday (left) -- and 63-year-old country legend Dolly Parton in DC (right).Both have been styled, groomed and adorned in order to appear cuter.We're just sayin'.See...

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London Invades Germany...for A Change
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:01:55 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice

So you're a rich, famous director who had this little problem with an underage girl back in the 70's and you need to do a movie in two countries that will put you behind bars. What to do?If you're Roman Polanski you bring Boston and London to...

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Nude Photo Of Madonna Auctioned For $37,500 In Nyc (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:28:06 | Rate news: +2
AP - A full-frontal, nude photo of a 20-year-old Madonna fetched $37,500 at auction Thursday, an apparent record auction price for a photograph of the superstar singer.

"batman" Director Nolan Operates From A Garage (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:27:39 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - It wouldn't be wrong to label Christopher Nolan an auteur, given the distinct dramatic touch he's displayed from 1998's ultra-low-budget "Following" to last year's mega-million-dollar "The Dark Knight."

Beyonce, Hudson Win Image Awards (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:27:11 | Rate news: +0
AP - It was a dreamy night for a couple of "Dreamgirls." Beyonce and Jennifer Hudson both glided away with trophies Thursday and wowed the audience with individual performances during the 40th annual NAACP Image Awards.

"dreamgirl" Hudson Dominates Naacp Image Awards (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:26:34 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson dominated the NAACP Image awards on Thursday, giving her a boost for 2009 after her mother, brother and nephew were killed by an estranged brother-in-law four months ago.

Australia's Hollywood Stars Dig Deep For Fire Relief (afp)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:26:06 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Australian actor Nicole Kidman and her husband, country singer Keith Urban, have donated 500,000 Australian dollars (327,000 US) to victims of the bushfires which killed 181 people.

U2 To Perform An Unprecedented Five Consecutive Nights On 'the Late Show With David Letterman'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:24:32 | Rate news: +0
-Marks the First Time a Musical Guest Will Perform a Full Week on the CBS Late Night Broadcast

Rock superstars U2 will perform an unprecedented


Tara Reid Opens Up About Her Drinking Problem
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:23:55 | Rate news: +0
Tara Reid claims she turned to drinking to mask her shyness when she first found success in Hollywood. The actress recently spent 60 days in rehab in a bid to kick her alcohol problems,


The White Stripes To Play Conan O'brien's Last Show
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:23:28 | Rate news: +0
Rock duo The White Stripes will perform together for the first time in two years as part of TV host Conan O'Brien final Late Night show on February 20.


Britney Spears' Paparazzo Ex, Adnan Ghalib, Investigated For Assault
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:23:01 | Rate news: +1
Britney Spears ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is in trouble with the law after allegedly assaulting a man who tried to serve him with court appearance papers. The pop superstar won a temporary court order


Reid To Launch Post-rehab Clothing Line
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:05:52 | Rate news: +0
Tara Reid is launching a fashion line while she waits to revamp her acting career following a spell in rehab.The actress recently checked out of the Promises rehab facility in Malibu, California after a 60-day stint - and she’s already making plans to rebuild her career.But first, she’ll launch her Mantra clothing line with a

Madonna Nude Photo Sells For $37,500
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:05:14 | Rate news: +1
A nude photo of a young MADONNA has sold at auction for $37,500 (£25,000).The pop superstar was a struggling student in New York when she stripped for photographer Lee Friedlander, who paid her just $25 (£16.60) to pose for him in 1979.The candid shot, which sold at Christie’s Art House on Thursday (12Feb09), was expected

Britney's Womanizer Named Sexiest Video
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:04:36 | Rate news: +0
BRITNEY SPEARS’ WOMANIZER video has been named the sexiest promo of 2008 in Playboy magazine’s newly-released music poll.The pop superstar’s racy video, in which she appeared naked in a steam room, beat Kanye West’s Flashing Lights and Toe Jam by Brighton Port Authority on the Playboy countdown.Meanwhile, Metallica’s Death Magnetic scored the magazine’s Best Rock

Kidman & Urban Offer Cash To Homeless Aussies
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:03:58 | Rate news: +0
Nicole Kidman and her husband KEITH URBAN have donated $500,000 (£333,300) to charity the Red Cross in an effort to help their fellow Australians left homeless by raging bush fires.More than 180 people have been killed in the inferno, which has destroyed more than 1,000 homes.The couple appeared via satellite link during an Australian telethon

Ledger Fans Call For The Joker To Be Retired
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:02:41 | Rate news: +0
A group of Heath Ledger fans have demanded THE JOKER be retired from all future BATMAN movies as a mark of respect to the late star.The tragic actor, who died from an accidental drug overdose in January 2008, looks set to land a posthumous Oscar for his portrayal of the comic book villain in The

Klum Bares All For German Gq
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:02:03 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Heidi Klum has stripped to give her husband SEAL and legions of German fans a Valentine’s Day treat.The stunner, 36, posed naked for celebrity photographer Rankin, who took the candid shots for the March (09) issue of men’s magazine GQ in Germany.Klum admits her husband is thrilled with the revealing cover shots: "My husband

Sorvino Pregnant With Third Child
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:01:24 | Rate news: +0
Oscar winner Mira Sorvino is expecting her third child with actor husband CHRISTOPHER BACKUS.The Human Trafficking star and her husband are already parents to four year old Mattea Angel and Johnny Christopher King, two.Sorvino tells Usmagazine.com, â??We are overjoyed at the thought of welcoming a new addition to the family. With each child the love

Lara's Wardrobe Cam: Special Outfit For A Special Day!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:01:53 | Rate news: +0
WEBISODE: 02/12/09   Today is a very special day at "The Insider" and Anya Sarre is trying to help Lara Spencer get ready for the show. Help Anya and Lara pick the perfect outfit for tonight's show with special guests, the Jonas Brothers. Ready for your fashion fix? Wardrobe Cam starts right now!

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Samantha Harris Hosts Red Dress Awards
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:59:51 | Rate news: +0
The celebs stepped out Wednesday night in NYC for a special event co-hosted by “The Insider”’s Samantha Harris and “The View”’s Joy Behar! "30 Rock" star Jane Krakowski was on hand as well for Woman's Day magazine's6th Annual Red Dress Awards, which commemorated American Heart Month and the fight against heart disease. The big night, held in NYC's Lincoln Center, featured special performances by Robin Thicke, Solange Knowles and Joan Osborne. "February is Go Red For Women month so whatever we can do to spread the word for heart health and awareness," Jane Krakowski tells "The Insider." "Whatever we can do… whether it’s just wearing a red dress to try and bring any attention to the cause so women can be more aware of the symptoms and what they can do to stay as healthy as possible." For the good cause, fashion icon Nicole Miller designed three one-of-a-kind red dresses. Then, fashion fans everywhere voted for their favorite, and “30 Rock”’s Jane revealed the winning dress at the Red Dress Awards. All proceeds from the event are being donated to The Larry King Cardiac Foundation, which provides funding for life-saving cardiac procedures for individuals of lesser means who would be otherwise unable to receive treatment.

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Joaquin's Letterman Appearance Is Instant Classic (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:58:13 | Rate news: +0
AP - Joaquin Phoenix interview with David Letterman started off odd and ended in full-blown weirdness, instantly joining Farrah Fawcett on the list of late-night appearances memorable for the wrong way.

Life Of Anna Nicole Smith To Get Opera Treatment (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:57:08 | Rate news: +0
AP - The fine line between opera and soap opera just got blurrier.

Phoenix Says "no Turning Back" On Quitting Acting (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:55:53 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Joaquin Phoenix insists he isn't being arrogant, but acting, unlike hip-hop music, just doesn't excite him anymore.

Sarkozy's Kiss Challenge To Bruni At First Meeting, New Book (afp)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:55:26 | Rate news: +0
AFP - "Carla, do you dare kiss me on the mouth, right now, in front of everyone?" a smitten President Nicolas Sarkozy whispered at his first meeting with Carla Bruni according to a new memoir.

Michael Shannon Finds Oscar Nod Nice, Life Strange (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:54:58 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Oscar nominee Michael Shannon says his life is so strange right now.

Anna Nicole Gets The Royal (opera) Treatment (e! Online)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:53:54 | Rate news: +0
E! Online - Here's hoping Bobby Trendy is ready for his closeup. Or his aria.

Madonna The Top-earning Musician Of 2008 (reuters)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:52:37 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - If anyone had any doubt that touring is where the money is in today's music business, a look at Billboard's top moneymakers of 2008 should hammer the point home.

Beyonce, Hudson Win Early Image Awards (ap)
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:51:59 | Rate news: +0
AP - Beyonce kicked off the 40th annual NAACP Image Awards with a wind-swept performance of her song "Halo" — and then glided to victory in the outstanding female artist category.

Stars Team Up For Australian Bushfires Victims
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:51:03 | Rate news: +0
Australian actors Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman are fronting a campaign to help the victims of the devastating bushfires currently sweeping their native country.


Mc Hammer & Vanilla Ice To Team Up
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:48:57 | Rate news: +1
Fallen rap stars MC Hammer and Vanilla Ice are to team up for a concert in Utah. The 90s stars will perform a one-night-only joint show, called Hammer Pants and Ice,


'american Idol' Contestant Joanna Pacitti Disqualified
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:47:53 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of the contestants on "American Idol" who made the top 36 has been disqualified.


Anne Hathaway Set For Central Park 'twelfth Night'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:47:15 | Rate news: +1
NEW YORK (AP) — From Academy Award nominee to spirited Shakespeare heroine. Anne Hathaway will play Viola this summer in the Public Theater's Central Park production of "Twelfth Night."


Bar Refaeli Flies High On New Sports Illustrated Plane
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:46:38 | Rate news: +0
Leonardo DiCaprio's stunning supermodel girlfriend is jumping for joy - just days after she learned she had landed the coveted cover of Sports Illustrated magazine's Swimsuit 2009, she's flying high on the side of a plane.


Renee Zellweger Hits The Road In 'my One And Only'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:45:28 | Rate news: +0
BERLIN (AP) — Renee Zellweger plays a 1950s housewife who leaves her husband and takes her teenage sons on a cross-country trip that becomes a journey of self-discovery


Leona Lewis: 'i Had Nothing To Do With Rihanna/chris Brown Fight'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:44:41 | Rate news: +0
British singer Leona Lewis has distanced herself from the Chris Brown/Rihanna fight scandal after she was accused of flirting with the R&B star before he allegedly lashed out at his girlfriend.


Tara Reid: 'i'm Clean And Sober'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:44:10 | Rate news: +0
Actress Tara Reid has completed a 60-day rehab stint and now insists she's "clean and sober and excited" about the future.


Slideshow: Nicollette Sheridan - Hot Or Not?
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:42:57 | Rate news: +0
ABC has confirmed Nicollette Sheridan will be leaving Desperate Housewives. Do you think 45-year-old star is hot or not?


Send Your Valentine A Custom E-card Featuring Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat's 'lucky'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:41:10 | Rate news: +0
Create your own Valentine's Day E-Card to send to your sweetheart with custom artwork from Jason Mraz's lastest album, We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. and the fantastic new single "Lucky",


Lily Allen Gets Naughty At 'secret Show'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:39:54 | Rate news: +0
Lily Allen stunned fans at an online album launch party in New York on Tuesday, yelling profanities from the stage and talking candidly about sex. The bawdy Brit was promoting her new release, It's Not Me, It's You,


Tom Cruise To Ride On Denzel Washington's Coattails For Career Comeback
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:37:30 | Rate news: +0
Tom Cruise has had a run of bad luck with his film career lately despite stretching himself as an actor by making a daring Nazi hero flick "Valkyrie" and playing a fat guy in the comedy "Tropic Thunder." But it's been announced that the Cruiser has scored a nice gig: co-starring with box office megastar Denzel Washington in a new Bourne-like action flick.

He'll be joining Denzel in "The Matarese Circle," director David Cronenberg's adaptation of the Robert Ludlum spy vs spy thriller.

"american Idol" Contestant Booted
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:23:39 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: American Idol

TMZ has learned Top 36 "American Idol" contestant Joanna Pacitti was forced to pull out from the show because of ties to an A.I. exec.Last night Joanna made the cut, but this morning "American Idol's" website revealed this: "It has been determined...

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Pda -- Pie-screwer Displays Affection
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:21:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Wacky & Weird

Jason Biggs and his wife were caught in a hardcore make-out session yesterday -- moments later they were caught in a hardcore porn shop. Yeeaaahhhhh Boyyyyyy!Sorry apple pie -- this year, you're on your own.See Also Eugene Levy: Marxist ...

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Couric Won't Get Gotten By Gotcha Journalist
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:19:30 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video

After Katie Couric answered a real softball question in NY last night, she and her new 'do staunchly refused to swing at the curveball -- as in, what does she think of Jessica Simpson's curves?See Also Couric Swats Palin ... with Economist...

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Kelly Clarkson Unbites The Hand That Feeds Her
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:19:01 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Music, American Idol Kelly Clarkson is officially crawling back to people that made her who she is ... by reselling out and hitting up an "Idol" event at, of all places, Disney World.In the greatest gathering of minds since the creation of NATO, sources say Clarkson --...

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Tmz Tv Tonite -- It's All A Numbers Game
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:18:34 | Rate news: +0
Tonight on TMZ TV -- Ever wonder what a woman with eight babies inside her looks like, Toby Keith goes from 0 to 100 on a fan in about two seconds, and Kate Winslet very proud of her age ... give or take 10 years.Check you local listings....

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Jessica Simpson A Sell Out? In Her Dreams ...
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:16:50 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Music, Jessica Simpson Yesterday at JFK, Jessica Simpson said she sold out Madison Square Garden -- but forgot to mention she's only there opening for megastars Rascal Flatts ... and TicketMaster still has tickets.Her next solo performance is at a casino in Biloxi, MS....

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Bulletin: Sheryl Crow Sneezes ... Twice!
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:15:44 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Kids, Nurse!

O.K., so it's not the most Earth-shattering video we've ever shot ... but hey, her kid's real cute!See Also Courteney, Jen & Sheryl Crow Go Two-Pieces Sheryl -- Something to Crow About...

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Britney Spears' Ex Under Felony Investigation
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:13:50 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Britney Spears We've learned Adnan Ghalib -- the one-time boyfriend of Britney Spears who is under court order to stay away from her -- is under investigation for felony assault with a deadly weapon with a vehicle.Here's what went down. Yesterday morning, a process...

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Who Wants To Buy Dina Lohan's Debt?
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:13:22 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Lindsay Lohan Celebrity Auctions

In today's economy, buying a tax lien off of a small Long Island town doesn't sound like the shrewdest of investments. But if that's your thing, perhaps you'd like to purchase Dina Lohan's?According to a public notice that ran today in the Merrick...

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Idol Hopeful Pacitti Disqualified
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:10:54 | Rate news: +0
AMERICAN IDOL hopeful Joanna Pacitti has been kicked off the U.S. talent show after producers discovered she’s a professional.The singer, who was among the season eight finalists on the show, has been disqualified due to her past history in the music business.Idol bosses have declared that Pacitti is "ineligible to continue in the competition".Pacitti had

Reid Drank To Hide Shyness
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:10:16 | Rate news: +0
Boozing masked TARA REID’s shyness when the actress first found success in Hollywood.The actress recently spent 60 days in rehab in a bid to kick her alcohol problems, which she claims started when she tried to be the life and soul of the party.The American Pie star tells In Touch Weekly magazine, "I felt like

Hathaway To Tackle Shakespeare In Drag
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:09:38 | Rate news: +0
Oscar nominee Anne Hathaway is set to cross-dress this summer (Jun09) in a bid to fool royalty in an open-air production of SHAKESPEARE’s TWELTH NIGHT.The actress has signed on to play Viola, who spends most of the play disguised as a man, in the month-long production at Central Park’s Delacorte Theater in New York.Hathaway will

Spelling: 'i'm Under Pressure To Stay Slim'
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:08:22 | Rate news: +0
Tori Spelling blames Hollywood for her well-publicised gaunt appearance, insisting she feels under constant pressure to stay skinny.The former teen star shocked fans by stepping out in Los Angeles this month (Feb09) sporting a new super-skinny, waif-like physique.And Spelling admits she was driven to diet obsessively by Tinseltown’s trend to be slim.She tells Usmagazine.com, "They

Siegfried & Roy Prepare To Say Farewell To Vegas
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:07:44 | Rate news: +0
Legendary Las Vegas showmen SIEGFRIED & ROY are planning a shocking return to Las Vegas for one final show - five years after an onstage tiger attack closed their show.Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn appeared in more than 5,000 shows together before Horn was attacked by one of the duo’s famous white tigers in 2003.Horn

Spears' Ex Under Investigation For Assault - Report
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:07:16 | Rate news: +0
BRITNEY SPEARS’ ex-boyfriend ADNAN GHALIB is in trouble with the law after allegedly assaulting a man who tried to serve him with court appearance papers.The pop superstar won a temporary court order to keep paparazzo Ghalib and her former manager Sam Lutfi away from her in January (09), and the restraining order is due to

Jackson Signs Live Nation Deal?
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:06:38 | Rate news: +0
Janet Jackson has become the latest superstar to sign a record deal with concert giant Live Nation, according to new reports.The Nasty hitmaker parted ways with Island Records in September (08) after disappointing sales of her last album Discipline and has been label-less ever since.But the singer has allegedly followed in Jay-Z, Shakira and U2’s

Destiny's Child Back Together For Rowland's Birthday
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:05:20 | Rate news: +1
Pop superstars DESTINY’S CHILD reunited on Tuesday (11Feb09) to celebrate singer KELLY ROWLAND’s birthday at a surprise party.Former bandmates Beyonce Knowles and Michelle Williams were among the guests at Hollywood club Opera on the eve of the Dilemma star’s 28th birthday.It is the first time Knowles and the birthday girl have been pictured out together

Black Quits Lizzy Borden
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:04:42 | Rate news: +0
Rocker IRA BLACK has quit cult California heavy metal band Lizzy Borden so he can concentrate on his solo career and his side project PROPHESY.The guitarist recently joined Prophesy, but insists the new project has nothing to do with his departure from Lizzy Borden In a statement to rock news website Blabbermouth.net, Black says, "After all

Gabriel Withdraws From Performing At The Oscars
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:04:04 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Peter Gabriel has pulled out of performing at the Oscars - because awards show bosses wouldn’t let him perform the complete version of his nominated song from the WALL-E soundtrack.Gabriel thought he’d get the chance to sing Down To Earth, the song he composed with Thomas Newman, and when he realised he’d only have

Chesney Regrets Rushing Into Zellweger Marriage
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:03:25 | Rate news: +0
Country star KENNY CHESNEY regrets rushing into marriage with Renee Zellweger - because he feels their romance could have survived if they’d have dated longer.The odd couple wed in 2005 after a whirlwind courtship, but actress Zellweger filed for divorce just four months later, citing "fraud".And now Chesney admits he was not ready for marriage

Clapton & Winwood Reteam For U.s. Tour
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:02:07 | Rate news: +0
Former BLIND FAITH bandmates STEVE WINWOOD and Eric Clapton are to team up again for a U.S. summer tour.The two guitar greats played shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden in early 2008, and now they’ve decided to hit the road together.They’ll play 13 arena shows in June and July (09), beginning in East Rutherford,

Gray Credits Phoenix With Saving Two Lovers
Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:01:28 | Rate news: +0
Filmmaker JAMES GRAY pinned all hope of getting his new film TWO LOVERS a big-screen release on Joaquin Phoenix - because if the retiring actor had turned down the main part, the movie would never have been made.The director, who has previously worked with Phoenix on 2000’s The Yards and 2007’s We Own The Night,

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