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"fantasy Island" Star Ricardo Montalban Dies (reuters)
Reuters - Actor Ricardo Montalban best known as the debonair and mysterious Mr. Roarke on the popular television series "Fantasy Island," died on Wednesday at the age of 88.
Sharon Osbourne Wins Damages Over Ozzy Article (reuters)
Reuters - Talent TV show judge Sharon Osbourne won a public apology and substantial libel damages on Thursday after a newspaper said she was driving her rock star husband Ozzy "to destruction."
Sharon Osbourne Wins Libel Damages In Britain (afp)
AFP - Former Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne wife Sharon won substantial damages for libel Thursday over a newspaper story which said she was driving her husband to death.
Madonna And Guy Ritchie Getting Along 'better Than Ever'
Madonna and Guy Ritchie are "getting along better than ever" since their divorce, thanks to an impassioned plea from the singer's daughter Lourdes, according to reports. George Takei Takes On 'star Wars'
Star Trek veteran George Takei has jumped ship and will voice a role in Star Wars TV spin-off The Clone Wars. Emily Blunt Tipped For Black Widow Role
British actress Emily Blunt is the frontrunner to land the role as femme-fatale the Black Widow in the forthcoming Iron Man sequel. Sigourney Weaver Hopes Film Becomes A Tool For Gay Teens
Sigourney Weaver hopes her first TV movie will help gay teens come out to their parents. Dustin Hoffman's Toilet Tribute
Dustin Hoffman has a bathroom named after him - at the college he was kicked out of. Sharon Osbourne Wins Libel Damages From Tabloid
LONDON (AP) - A tabloid newspaper has apologized to Sharon Osbourne for a story that falsely accused her of overworking her rock star husband Ozzy. Naomi Campbell Settles Lawsuit
NEW YORK (AP) - Naomi Campbell has ended her legal tussle with a former maid who accused the supermodel of hitting her and calling her names. Benicio Del Toro: 'che Guevara Was A Warrior, Like Batman'
Oscar winner Benicio Del Toro has become such a big fan of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara after playing the revolutionary in director Steven Soderbergh's four-hour epic; he's eager to defend the leader from his critics. 50 Cent Hits Back At Lil Wayne
50 Cent has struck back in his feud with hip-hop rival Lil Wayne, insisting he's the better rapper. Jenny Mccarthy Hit Hard By Travolta Tragedy
The recent death of John Travolta son Jett hit actress Jenny McCarthy harder than most - because her son once 'died' after suffering a seizure. Liam Neeson Urges American Parents To Let Their Kids Travel
Movie star Liam Neeson has urged American parents to let their kids see more of the world - so they can become balanced adults. 'the Beast' A Pilot Worth Watching Tonight
Having had the pleasure of screening the first episode of The Beast, we recommend that you click your remote in the direction of A&E tonight. Patrick Swayze issues a strong and powerful performance Steve Carell Buys Massachusetts General Store
MARSHFIELD, Mass. (AP) - Steve Carell is going from "The Office" to a general store. Carrie Underwood Dating Hockey Star?
Country star Carrie Underwood has found another sports star to romance, according to reports. Will Ferrell's Tv Ad Gets Axe
A controversial advert for Will Ferrell new Broadway show has been pulled from U.S. TV - after millions of outraged Americans complained the promo was too outrageous for its daytime slot. Salma Hayek's Voluptuous Dress - Hot Or Not?
Salma Hayek wore a golden, strapless dress that showed off her legendary curves and bust to the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures Awards Gala. Aubrey O'day Blasts 'negative' Bloggers
Former Danity Kane star Aubrey O'Day has attacked online gossip blogs - accusing them of spreading "negativity" on the internet. Diablo Cody Tapped For '90210' Guest Role
The cameras have turned on Juno screenwriter Diablo Cody - TV bosses have tapped her for a guest-starring role the Beverly Hills, 90210 spin-off show. Piven Sticking To Fishy Tale
Filed under: Nurse! Jeremy Piven full-on admitted this morning he's not a doctor and we'll have to take what he says "with a grain of salt" when it comes to his mercury poisoning tale. Still not buying it, Jeremy....Permalink
Affleck Taunted Again!
Filed under: Talk Sports Ben Affleck wasn't as quick with the insults as he was a few days ago....nonetheless, we got a rise out of him when we told him he should name his next kid Derek Jeter.....See Also Affleck Bens Over Yankee Fan...Permalink
Halle's Kid -- Warm Bundle Or Peta Target?
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Kids, Halle Berry Hot MamasSo we just had a pretty intense debate in our newsroom this morning over Halle Berry dressing Nahla in some sort of fur in NYC on Wednesday. Some people felt it makes the baby a target for PETA, because it looks like real fur. Others felt Halle can...
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Ricardo Montalban Dies At Age 88 (ap)
AP - Ricardo Montalban the Mexican-born actor who became a star in splashy MGM musicals and later as the wish-fulfilling Mr. Roarke in TV's "Fantasy Island," died Wednesday morning at his home, his family said. He was 88.
Sharon Osbourne Wins Libel Damages From Uk Tabloid (ap)
AP - A tabloid newspaper has apologized to Sharon Osbourne for a story that falsely accused her of overworking her rock star husband Ozzy.
Gwyneth Paltrown Gives Madonna Racy Underwear And Sex Toys
Gwyneth Paltrow has bought Madonna racy underwear and sex toys from luxury lingerie brand Agent Provocateur. The "Iron Man" actress is desperate to cheer up her close friend - who announced she was divorcing Guy Ritchie, her husband of almost eight years, in October - and decided the X-rated gifts would be perfect.A source said: "Gwyneth just wants to see a smile on her face. She has even bought Madonna some sexy Agent Provocateur underwear and toys."
Jennifer Lopez Says Divorcing Marc Anthony Is Not An Option
Jennifer Lopez says divorcing her husband is "not an option." The singer-and-actress has been dogged by rumors her four-year marriage to musician Marc Anthony is on the brink of collapse, but insists the reports are wide of the mark.She told In Touch Weekly magazine: "Every time I'm not wearing my ring, people think I'm getting divorced. Divorce is not - and was never - an option."
Eva Longoria Not Starring As Wasp In New "avengers" Film But Would Love To Dress Up As One
Eva Longoria would love to dress up as a wasp. The "Desperate Housewives" star has denied rumors she has been offered a part in the upcoming comic book adaptation "Avengers" as Wasp, but admits the idea sounds very tempting.She said: "I would love to do something like that role. I love comic book movies and it might be fun to be a wasp and buzz around in a yellow and black suit."
Will Smith Thinks It's "crazy" That People Like His Films
Will Smith thinks it's "crazy" that people like his movies. The actor - who was in London for the U.K. premiere of his new movie "Seven Pounds" Wednesday night - confessed he was overwhelmed by the response from his fans.He told BANG Showbiz: "To me, that's how I judge the quality of the material by how people are responding to it. People work hard for their money and then on a Friday night they go to the movie theater and decide where they're going to put it, and a lot of the time they choose my movies over a lot of other movies. So I think that's very, very crazy."
Oprah Winfrey Loves Kate Winslet's Real Breasts
Kate Winslet "real" breasts have been praised by Oprah Winfrey. The U.S. talk show host applauded the "Revolutionary Road" actress' natural figure, adding she loves seeing a woman with natural assets on the big screen.Speaking to Kate, 33, on her show, Oprah said: "I love the fact that you have real breasts, because in all the breast scenes, your breasts do what real breasts do. There's that wonderful thing, you know, if you are a woman, you're lying on your back, your breasts they part, but if you look at a woman who hasn't got real breasts, their breasts are sticking straight up.
Madonna Having Kabbalah Counseling Sessions To Curb Her Domineering Attitude
Madonna is reportedly having counseling sessions to make her "less domineering." The 50-year-old singer has been privately meeting Rabbi Philip Berg at New York's Kabbalah center since her divorce from British film director Guy Ritchie.A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "Madonna has been having a tough time with Kabbalah in the wake of her and Guy's split."
Victoria Beckham Prepares For Her Sexy Lingerie Shoot By Running Nine Miles A Day
Victoria Beckham ran nine miles a day for six months to slim down for a sexy lingerie shoot. The 34-year-old former Spice Girl - who is frequently criticized for being too thin - reportedly embarked on a strict exercise regime in preparation for an intimate Giorgio Armani underwear shoot.A source said: "Like any woman, she's conscious of her body, so she worked really hard to get into optimum shape."
Gisele Bundchen Ready To Get Married
Gisele Bundchen is reportedly aiming to get married. Football player Tom Brady took the Brazilian sweetheart away to Los Angeles for a romantic get away, proposing on Friday. To close the deal, the eloquent New England Patriots quarterback awarded her with a diamond ring. An informant told a celebrity magazine, "He inquired and she consented.
Paris Hilton's Website Hacked
Socialite heiress Paris Hilton has been targeted by cyber thieves trying to steal personal information of her fans through her website.
The hackers infected her website www.ParisHilton.com with a virus, which sucks personal details from subscribers' computers and it has hit thousands of her fans and spread to up to 15,000 other websites, according to reports.
Oprah Winfrey Fascinated By Real Breasts
Television host Oprah Winfrey complimented congratulations on Kate Winslet's upper torso in a recent interview, stating to the actress she ought to be pleased with her bosoms since they're "genuine.
Katie For Miu Miu
Alongside Victoria who is stealing the limelight today with her first ads for Armani's underwear line, the first image of Katie Holmes from Miu Miu's Spring '09 campaign is out. Shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in New York last November, Katie is completely intriguing.
Carell Leads With His Heart In Purchase Of Marshfield Store
It is one of those beloved local landmarks, a fixture in the historic village of Marshfield Hills.For Hollywood funnyman Steve Carell who spends his summers in Marshfield, the Marshfield Hills General Store was an opportunity too good to pass up.
Kendra Wilkinson Cheated Hugh Hefner
Kendra Wilkinson shocked everyone with her acceptance that she had cheated playboy founder Hugh Hefner during her stay in the Playboy mansion."I had to have sex every now and then, so I had to kind of sneak it. Besides the nights we went out, I only saw Hef, like, once a day walking through the halls to his office.
New Video: Maksim And Karina Dish On Engagement, Proposal & The Ring!
"The Insider"'s own Samantha Harris talks to "Dancing With The Stars" pros and newly engaged couple, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff "The Insider" is first to show you the stunning engagement ring, and bring you the details about the New Year's Eve proposal! Maksim shares how he decided to pop the question to Karina after a month and a half of dating! He tells "The Insider" that after secretly asking Karina's mother and friends for their input on the ring design, he decided to pick a design he liked -- and Karina ended up loving it just as much. "I love it -- it's gorgeous," Karina gushes about her 3-carat Harry Winston engagement ring. "I never expected it. It was surprising, and we're very, very happy." The couple tells Samantha they are great friends who know everything about one another. Maksim also admits to having a crush on Karina in the past, and he even talks about his first impression of her! As for the proposal, Karina says, "I think it was the most perfect proposal ever, and yet it was completely a disaster." Click to see how Maksim popped the question and hear the couple gush about their engagement, the prospect of kids, and they even dance for our cameras![Read full story on The Insider]
New "idol" Judge Catches Mcpheever
Filed under: American Idol, We're Just Sayin'Here's new "American Idol" judge Kara DioGuardi (left) -- and Season 5 "Idol" wannabeen Katharine McPhee (right).One of them wrote six songs on McPhee's debut album.We're just sayin.'
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Hulk: Pam Anderson Wants To Tongue Wrestle
Filed under: The HogansHulk Hogan said we just missed a shot of him making out with Pam Anderson ... but come on, even Pamela Anderson has some standards ... right?See Also Hulk Raises Terror Alert to Red Hulk: Linda Burns More Money than Bridges...
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Don Cheadle Signs Tv Production Deal (reuters)
Reuters - Don Cheadle is making a big push into television production with a two-year deal at Universal Media Studios.
Celebrity Birthdays, January 15
Happy Birthday to tennis pro Mary Pierce (1975), character and voice actor Regina King (1971), actor Chad Lowe (1968), actor/director Mario Van Peebles (1957), British actor Julian Sands (1958), Fergie Surprised By Wedding Singalong Film
Pop star FERGIE was in for an hilarious surprise at her wedding to practical joker Josh Duhamel on Saturday (10Jan09) - a slideshow featuring her best friends lip synching to her FERGALICIOUS hit.The Transformers star spent weeks piecing together the footage after his wife’s pals agreed to film themselves singing along with Fergie.He dimmed the
Lewis Bottles Sweet Smell Of Success
British singing sensation Leona Lewis is set to bottle the sweet smell of success - the BLEEDING LOVE hitmaker will release a self-titled scent later this year (09).The singer, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame since winning the U.K.talent show The X Factor in 2006, is preparing to create a brand empire to
Weaver Hopes New Movie Becomes A Tool For Gay Teens
Blunt Tipped For Black Widow Role
British actress Emily Blunt is the frontrunner to land the role as femme-fatale the BLACK WIDOW in the forthcoming IRON MAN sequel.The Devil Wears Prada has been namechecked as director Jon Favreau’s favourite to take on the part of Russian spy Natasha Romanoff in the follow-up of the 2008 blockbuster.The character transforms into comic book
Laurie Understands Why House Is A Flop Back Home
HOUSE is a flop in England - because the Brits hate hearing a mangled American accent, according to the show’s English star, Hugh Laurie The former funnyman can understand why his medical drama hasn’t set the ratings on fire in Britain, like it has in America and on mainland Europe viewers there can’t stomach his dialect.Laurie
Depp & Paradis Plan Spring Wedding?
Hollywood heartthrob Johnny Depp is preparing to wed his longterm partner VANESSA PARADIS in a secret ceremony in April (09), according to reports.The Pirates of The Caribbean actor set online gossips into a spin last month (Dec08) after he was spotted shopping for an engagement ring in California.The actor recently admitted there is only one
Trek Star Takei Takes On Star Wars
STAR TREK veteran George Takei has jumped ship and will voice a role in STAR WARS TV spin-off THE CLONE WARS.The Heroes actor and British reality TV star will portray nuclear warlord Lok Durd in an upcoming episode of the animated sci-fi series.And, again, the skinny star is playing an overweight character.He tells TV Guide
Dicaprio's Watch Deal Will Benefit Green Charities
Leonardo DiCaprio will wear a $4,000 (GBP2,600) Carrera Day-Date watch in new print ads for TAG Heuer this spring (09) - after replacing fellow movie star BRAD PITT as the watchmaker’s celebrity "ambassador".And the actor’s new watch deal with TAG Heuer is a charitable one - he’ll offer up cash from photoshoots and launches to
Stars Reveal Inauguration Plans At National Board Of Review Gala
Clint Eastwood Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Josh Brolin were just a few of the big Hollywood stars to take Manhattan Wednesday night as the National Board of Review of Motion Pictures presented its year-end awards at its annual gala-- and "The Insider" was there! While the stars were abuzz about the event and the awards, one of the main topics of discussion was the Inauguration. Anne Hathaway tells "The Insider" how excited she is to attend the historic event. "I am going," she says. "I'm very lucky I got to attend the Democratic National Convention and the Creative Coalition invited me to come with them. I couldn't be more thrilled. I think we have such a wonderful man as our president now, and everyone is ready for change." National Board of Review winners this year include Best Actor and Actress Eastwood ('Gran Torino') and Hathaway ('Rachel Getting Married'). Brolin ('Milk') was singled out in the Supporting Actor category, and Viola Davis ('Doubt') and Dev Patel ('Slumdog Millionaire') both won Breakthrough Performance by an actor. For Best Ensemble Cast, 'Doubt' shined through (Streep, Davis, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams). Whoopi Goldberg hosted this year's grand event, which kicks off the celebration of the 100th year of the NBR.[Read full story on The Insider]
Chevy Chase Making Billions In "chuck" (reuters)
Reuters - Chevy Chase will appear in three episodes of NBC's comedy-drama "Chuck."
Amy Poehler Lands Sidekick For Nbc Comedy (reuters)
Reuters - Upright Citizens Brigade player Aubrey Plaza has landed a co-starring role on UCB alumna Amy Poehler upcoming NBC comedy series.
Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser Teaming Up For Film (ap)
AP - Indiana Jones and "The Mummy" slayer are teaming up on the big screen — to battle not ancient, otherworldly baddies, but a big medical dilemma.
Del Toro: 'che Guevara Was A Warrior, Like Batman'
Oscar winner Benicio Del TORO has become such a big fan of ERNESTO ‘CHE’ GUEVARA after playing the revolutionary in director STEVEN SODERBERGH’s four-hour epic, he’s keen to defend the leader from his critics.The Traffic star spent months reading up on Guevara and is now convinced Che was "a warrior" with a very bad reputation.He
Neeson Urges American Parents To Let Their Kids Go Travelling
Movie star Liam Neeson has urged American parents to let their kids see more of the world - so they can become balanced adults.The Rob Roy star admits he’s looking forward to letting his two sons go and explore the world when they turn 18 and Americans should also embrace the idea of allowing teens
Pinto Red Faced And Mouth Full For Jolie Meeting
A mouthful of food left SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE star FREIDA PINTO red-faced when she met her heroine Angelina Jolie for the first time.The actress was stunned to see Jolie at a luncheon in Los Angeles recently, but couldn’t quite find the nerve to speak to her - and tucked into the buffet instead.And she was so
Hoffman Has A Toilet Tribute
Dustin Hoffman has a bathroom named after him - at the college he was kicked out of.The Rain Man attended the first year of Santa Monica Junior College in California when he was a teen, but his grades weren’t good enough for him to return.But nine years ago (00), the college bosses asked if they
Lopez Ring Drama Was Just A Fashion Statement
Jennifer Lopez has further dismissed reports her marriage to MARC ANTHONY is in trouble, after she failed to wear her wedding band to the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday (11Jan09).The singer/actress attended the prizegiving with Anthony but fuelled reports their marriage is on the rocks when she was spotted without a wedding ring.But Lopez insists
Mccarthy Hit Hard By Travolta Tragedy
The recent death of JOHN TRAVOLTA’s son JETT hit actress Jenny McCarthy harder than most - because her son once ‘died’ after suffering a seizure.Jett Travolta died on 2 January (09) after passing out at the family’s retreat in the Bahamas, and the tragedy brought back awful memories for McCarthy, whose young son Evan, once
50 Cent Hits Back At Lil Wayne
50 Cent has struck back in his feud with hip-hop rival LIL WAYNE, insisting he’s the better rapper.The Lollipop hitmaker - real name Wayne Carter - delivered the first blow, attacking Fiddy in a mixtape.Referring to 50 Cent’s stage name and his partnership with Vitamin Water, Wayne rapped, "All about a dollar, f**k two quarters/B**ch,
Skin Doctor Hands Out Annual Awards
Sarah Jessica PARKER and Golden Globe winners TINA FEY and MICKEY ROURKE have been honoured for their missing moles and unconventional starry looks in a quirky new prizegiving.The trio have been named winners of celebrity dermatologist Dr. Vail Reese’s annual Skinnies, posted on his Skinema.com website.Parker’s apparent beauty spot removal has earned the actress the
Mayer Lands Variety Tv Show
Singer John Mayer has landed his own variety TV show.The guitarist is planning a pilot episode for U.S. network CBS.CBS Entertainment President Nina Tassler reveals, "It’ll be a music variety sketch show." Tassler refuses to divulge any specifics on Mayer’s show, but admits it could end up being "just be a series of specials".She adds,
Victoria Beckham Doesn't Like Armani! Her Body Does!
I can’t explain why Victoria Beckham finds it so hard tosmile from time to time… and if being married with one of the world most famoussoccer player, David Beckham, is not a reason to be happy at all, then at leastwhen posing / working with Armani should be one! However that’s not the casefor Victoria Beckham… she’s very upset that she needs to be next symbol forGiorgio Armani’s lingerie collection… she’s even upset for the £12millioncontract she signed for doing the photoshoot! Damn!
Salma Hayek Is The New Trinity (matrix 4)
What’s with the outfit dear Salma… you got tired of themothering clothes and thought to try something a bit blacker? I’m not in themood to make aries on your wardrobe but unless you are playing to playthe new Trinity character for Matrix 4, then I suggest you should try somethinglighter! More Salma Hayek pictures after the jump...
Brooke Hogan Funbags Might Slap Your Face!
I never been a fan of the Hogans, but I did enjoy BrookeHogan naughty funbags whenever I got the chance. Sure she looks a bit oldie,but that’s not why I’m posting these pictures, but because of her boobies. I’mclueless about her two friends, but I’d be very happy to see these girls doinga group hug… oh yeah! More Brooke Hogan pictures after the jump...
Vanessa Hudgens Gets Naked In Twilight Sequel! Yep Again!
Vanessa Hudgens is rumored to appear in the next Twilightsequel, US Weekly reports: High School Musical's Vanessa Hudgens might be joining thecast of Twilight. Hudgens has auditioned for the role of werewolf Leah Clearwater in the vampireromance sequel, New Moon, MTV reports. According to Twilight and New Moon actress Ashley Greene told MTV that shewould be happy to co-star with Hudgens. I think she'd be great, Greene said Sunday. So now Vanessa Hudgens is gonna be a warewolf. I wonder ifshe’s going to get naked again, because as we all remember she did that once,and she’s going to do it again, only this time she’s gonna do it like a pro! Goget them Vanessa! Here are some old pictures, when Vanessa Hudgens got nakedfor Zac Efron… More Vanessa Hadgens naked pics after the jump...
Lara & Kris Fire Up 'the Gossip'!
Our own Lara Spencer and special "Insider" correspondent Kris Jenner have "The Gossip" on the hottest stories of the week! First: What is Tony Romo using to shield Jessica Simpson's face from the shutterbugs? Then, the ladies dish about Miley Cyrus going bike-riding with hot pal Justin Gaston. Plus, is Kim Kardashian getting married on Valentines Day? Is Paris Hilton sporting a wig? And is there a big new spotlight on Mickey Rourke after his Golden Globe win? Watch "The Insider" on TV for all the latest news and daily gossip![Read full story on The Insider]
Katie Holmes' High Fashion Photo
It's Katie Holmes like you've never seen her before! Katie posed for the fashion line Miu Miu in what the brand calls a "moment of spectacular drama." Though frequently caught on camera by paparazzi, here Holmes is photographed by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott and portrayed as a "luminous icon radiating a sense of mystery and theatricality," the brand's reps said of the dramatic photo. Katie Holmes joins the ever-expanding living history of Miu Miu inspirations, vital and modern individuals that shape and alter their surroundings through powerful grace."[Read full story on The Insider]
Lara's Look For Less: Cheap-onomics!
WEBISODE 01/14/09 On Tuesday's "Insider," Lara Spencer wore a look-for-less -- a $68 one-shouldered Bailey Blue. Now, "Insider" Stylist Supreme Anya Sarre busts the bank with a copycat look for $25.50! Click today, Wear it Tomorrow! Dress: Wet Seal teal $25.50 www.wetseal.com Shoes: Marshall's black patent Ralph Lauren heels $29.99 www.marshallsonline.com Earrrings: Walmart black gem and diamond studs $7.99 www.walmart.com Bracelet: Bebe silver and black flower $19 www.bebe.com And for Lara’s actual look: Dress: Bailey Blue sea blue one shoulder www.baileyblueclothing.com Shoes: Giuseppe Zanotti (no website-Lara personal) Earrings: Express rhinestone chandelier www.express.com[Read full story on The Insider]
'the Insider''s Maksim And Karina Interview Countdown!
"The Insider"'s Samantha Harris talks to dancing pros Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff -- and the newly engaged couple are dishing about their plans to tie the knot! Come back here to TheInsider.com at 12:01 a.m. to see Samantha's all-new interview with the "Dancing With The Stars" hot couple![Read full story on The Insider]
Latest 'gossip Girl' Spinoff News!
"GG" creators and executive producers Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage have reavealed that they are moving forward with a spinoff following teenage Lily van der Woodsen (Kelly Rutherford) through 1980s L.A., says The Hollywood Reporter. CW's "backdoor pilot" for the spinoff will air on May 11 as a "Gossip Girl" episode.[Read full story on The Insider]
Taylor Swift Tops Nickelback In A Horse Race (e! Online)
E! Online - It's going to take more than a rockin' Horse to buck Taylor Swift
Report: Swayze Says He's Almost Over Pneumonia (ap)
AP - Days after checking himself into a Los Angeles hospital for pneumonia, Patrick Swayze says his condition is improving.
'prisoner' Star Patrick Mcgoohan Dies Aged 80: Agent (afp)
AFP - Emmy-winning actor Patrick McGoohan famed for his role in the cult 1960s television series "The Prisoner," has died in Los Angeles, his agent said Wednesday. He was 80.
A 90210 & Melrose Place Romance Reunion (e! Online)
E! Online - Grant Show would be up for making a return to the CW's new 90210 or its upcoming Melrose Place as hunky biker babe Jake Hanson.
"the Prisoner" Star Patrick Mcgoohan Dead At 80 (reuters)
Reuters - Actor Patrick McGoohan a British television star in the 1950s and 1960s best known for two shows that crossed over to American TV, "Secret Agent" and "The Prisoner," has died at age 80, his agent said on Wednesday.
Ricardo Montalban Dies At Age 88 (reuters)
Reuters - Actor Ricardo Montalban best known as the mysterious Mr. Roarke on the popular television series "Fantasy Island," died on Wednesday at the age of 88, a Los Angeles city official said.
'fantasy Island' Boss, Actor Ricardo Montalban, Dead At 88 (afp)
AFP - Mexican actor Ricardo Montalban best known for his role as Mr. Roarke in the 1970s-80s popular television series "Fantasy Island," has died in Los Angeles, a city official said. He was 88.
Jennifer Hudson To Sing At Super Bowl (reuters)
Reuters - Actress and recording star Jennifer Hudson will sing the U.S. national anthem at the Super Bowl in her first public performance since the shooting deaths of her mother, brother and nephew, her Web site said on Wednesday.
'prisoner' Actor Patrick Mcgoohan Dies In La (ap)
AP - Patrick McGoohan the Emmy-winning actor who created and starred in the cult classic television show "The Prisoner," has died. He was 80.
Ricardo Montalban Dies At 88 (ap)
AP - Ricardo Montalban the Mexican-born actor who became a star in splashy MGM musicals and later as the wish-fulfilling Mr. Roarke in TV's "Fantasy Island," died Wednesday morning at his home, his family said. He was 88.
Whoopi Goldberg Boldly Goes Back To Sci-fi Acting (reuters)
Reuters - Whoopi Goldberg is returning from a brief retirement as an actress to boldly go to where few stars have gone before -- online science fiction.
'braveheart' Actor Patrick Mcgoohan Dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Patrick McGoohan an Emmy-winning actor who created and starred in the cult classic television show "The Prisoner," has died. He was 80. Samuel L. Jackson Dropped From 'iron Man 2' Over Salary?
Hollywood actor Samuel L. Jackson has hinted he won't be returning for Iron Man 2 - because an "economic crisis in the Marvel Comics world" led a to a breakdown of negotiations over his salary. Cbs: Deal Close For John Mayer Music-variety Show
UNIVERSITY CITY, Calif. (AP) - CBS is close to a deal with pop star John Mayer for a music and variety TV show. Estelle Denies Kanye West Romance
British singer Estelle is adamant she will never be romantically involved with Kanye West - because it would be like dating her brother. Jamal Woolard Hits Jackpot With 'notorious'
NEW YORK (AP) - When novice thespian Jamal Woolard was picked out of a sea of unknowns to depict one of rap's most iconic figures - The Notorious B.I.G. - he knew few people had faith in his ability to pull off such a critical role in his first attempt at acting. Howie Mandel Released From The Hospital
TV star Howie Mandel has been released from the hospital, after he was admitted with an irregular heartbeat on Monday. Drew Barrymore: 'i Don't Understand Relationships'
Drew Barrymore finds it hard to comprehend what it's like to be in a normal relationship - because she had such an unconventional upbringing. Mariska Hargitay Due Back On Set
Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay is battling back from a collapsed lung and will return to work on the show next week. Run-dmc, Metallica Lead List Of 2009 Rock Hall
NEW YORK (AP) - Run-DMC once hailed themselves as the Kings of Rock, so it's fitting that the pioneering rappers have been inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Ricardo Montalban Dies At 88
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A Los Angeles city councilman says Ricardo Montalban has died. He was 88. 'the Daily Show' Goes Live Inauguration Day
The Daily Show is set to go live next Tuesday, January 20th, at 11/10C for the Presidential Inauguration. Join Jon Stewart and the rest of The Daily Show correspondents as they welcome Lil Kim Is Pissed About 'notorious'
Rapper Lil Kim was a Big be part of the late Notorious B.I.G.'s life but she ain't happy with not being cast in the movie the way she's portrayed in the biopic about his life. She has issued a hissy fit statement to the AP about Biggie Small's 'Notorious': "The film studio and producers involved were more concerned about painting me as a 'character' to create a more interesting story line instead of a person with talent, self-respect and who was able to achieve her own career success through hard work."
Prison Break Given The Death Sentence By The Network
Offering the obvious reason that "The show is played out," Fox has announced that 'Prison Break' has been cancelled. The Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell show began to go downhill at the end of its second season, and ratings have not been good for the escape drama that was a huge hit when it debuted in 2005.Fox Entertainment President Kevin Reilly has decided that the show has gone ridiculous: "The show just played out. I think you get to the point where creatively everyone feels enough stories were told."
Foxy Brown -- I'll Put You On Ice, Sucka!
Filed under: Baby WatchShe's the most well known '70s blaxploitation actress ever -- and had a career resurgence after doing Quentin Tarantino "Jackie Brown" -- but yesterday at LAX, Pam Grier still got the dreaded Q.... Who are you?...
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Clooney -- The One Time Crack Ain't Whack
Filed under: George Clooney George Clooney bent over to pick up some change -- and then showed us where he was gonna put it. His coin slot!See Also George Clooney -- Pissed in London Fatigued Clooney Is Back on the Rebound...Permalink
Playmate -- I Couldn't Satisfy Hefner
Filed under: Hot BodiesYou wouldn't know it looking at the blonde tramps he's with now -- but Hugh Hefner can actually tell a girl "No."Former Playmate of the Year Victoria Silvstedt says she campaigned for the job of girlfriend back in 1997 but Hef turned her down. And...
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Tmz Tv Tonite - This Just Got Uncomfortable...
Tonight on TMZ TV -- Ryan Seacrest gives a high five to a blind guy -- thus providing one of the most awkward "Idol" moments ever, Ben Affleck speaks up about the true love of his life, and we're not talking about his newborn daughter, and George...Permalink
How The Hell Did He Land Her?
Filed under: Hot BodiesShockingly -- the celebrity in this video isn't the smoking hot, teeny-bikini wearing hardbody ... but she sure as hell got our attention.The other person in the clip is comedian David Walliams from the show "Little Britain." Somehow, cross-dressing...
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Shenae Grimes: Cut Her Some Slacks
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Fashion Police, Style InsiderWith her '06 hipster shades, '90s Eddie Vedder button-down, '80s Apollonia 6 lace nylons and '70s Laurie Partridge slouch boots, pantless "90210" star Shenae Grimes hit a massive 75% off sale in L.A. on Tuesday. It takes decades to look like...
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Barton Praises 'rock' Sheen
Actress Mischa Barton has heaped praise on MARTIN SHEEN, branding him her "rock" for supporting her during filming of their forthcoming movie BHOPAL: PRAYER FOR RAIN.The O.C. star features alongside Sheen in , based upon a real-life industrial disaster, and the pair grew close on set in India.Barton found herself looking up to the veteran
Hayek Faked French Teacher's Death
Mexican-American actress Salma Hayek is tongue-tied now her young daughter is speaking French - because she faked the death of her own tutor to get out of learning the language.The 42-year-old star welcomed daughter Valentina with her ex-fiance, French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault, in September 2007.And now that her baby girl is becoming more fluent in
Metallica And Jeff Beck Prepare To Enter Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Music icons METALLICA and JEFF BECK will be inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2009.They’ll join Run-DMC, Bobby Womack, Little Anthony & The Imperials and Wanda Jackson when the class of 2009 is inducted into the revered Cleveland, Ohio museum on 4 April (09).Artists become eligible for the Hall of Fame
Adams To Quit Music And Attend To Hearing Problems
Rocker Ryan Adams is to turn his back on music to concentrate on "hearing issues".In a post on his blog, the singer/songwriter insists his Atlanta, Georgia show with The Cardinals on 20 March (09) will be his last before he takes a lengthy hiatus.He writes, "I am grateful for the time we (band) have had
Presley's 'miracle' Twins Share Bond With Elvis
Lisa Marie PRESLEY’s newborn twins share a bond with their late grandfather ELVIS - the king of rock was a twin too.The 40-year-old was particularly emotional when she discovered she was expecting two babies with husband Michael Lockwood, because her dad’s twin brother Jesse died during birth.Presley reveals the moment she realised she was following
Six Weeks For Swift As She Ties 50?s U.s. Album Chart Mark
Taylor Swift has scored a sixth week at the top of the U.S. album charts as her album FEARLESS continues to dominate sales well into the New Year.The country star shifted just 72,000 copies of the album in the past week, but it was enough to keep Nickelback, Kanye West and Beyonce off the top
Lil Wayne Adds Grammy Performer To His Nominations
Rapper LIL WAYNE is primed to become the king of the Grammys after adding a performance at the prizegiving to go along with his haul of eight nominations.The hip-hop hero, who leads the nominees at the 51st Grammy Awards, will join the Jonas Brothers, Coldplay, Kenny Chesney and Katy Perry onstage at the Staples Center
Laurie's Teenage Suicide Pact
English actor Hugh Laurie has already survived nearly a decade longer than he expected as a teen - after making a pact with his friends to take their lives before turning 40.The House star admits he found the age unappealing, and vowed to take his last breath before growing too old.Laurie tells Playboy magazine, "I
Dawson Scarred By Bull Run In Spain
Rosario Dawson was left so traumatised after running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain she was "perpetually scared" on the streets for three months after the terrifying event.The thrill-seeking Sin City star ran through the cobbled streets of Pamplona, trying to avoid charging cattle as part of the town’s famous bull run two years ago
Ricardo Montalban Dead At 88
FANTASY ISLAND star Ricardo Montalban has died at the age of 88.The Mexican actor passed away in Los Angeles on Wednesday (14Jan09). The cause of death is unknown.Montalban is most famous for his role as Mr Roarke in the 1970s and 80s show, but he also made numerous other TV, movie and theatre roles throughout
Pine: 'no Nudity In Star Trek'
New STAR TREK captain Chris Pine is backtracking after suggesting there might be an X-rated topless scene in the new sci-fi blockbuster.Back in November (08), the actor, who will portray a young Captain Kirk in J.J. Abrams new Star Trek movie, hinted that co-star Zoe Saldana removes her shirt in one saucy scene.But now Pine
Bond Star's Broadway Dream
JAMES BOND star Daniel Craig dreams of starring in a Broadway play, and is inviting New York theatre bosses to find him a role.The actor is in the Big Apple promoting his new movie Defiance, and admits he would love to return to the city to tread the boards.Craig says, "I would love to do
Ulrich Stunned The Stooges Overlooked For Hall Of Fame
METALLICA drummer LARS ULRICH is thrilled with the band’s induction into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but shocked fellow nominees, punk icons THE STOOGES were overlooked.The Enter Sandman hitmakers will be honoured with the prestigious musical tribute at the 2009 induction ceremony in April (09).They will be inducted alongside by English rocker Jeff
Lennox Still Fighting Trapped Nerve Trouble
Annie Lennox is still fighting the fall-out from her spinal trapped nerve, which forced her to scrap the release of her COLLECTION album last summer (08).The former Eurythmics star is getting ready to release her greatest hits LP seven months late, and admits she’s still struggling to walk.Lennox tells Billboard.com, "I still have a constantly
Womack Thrilled With Hall Of Fame Honour But Misses Cooke
BOBBY WOMACK’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction news is bittersweet for the soul legend - because he can’t celebrate the honour with late pal Sam Cooke The singer learned he would be among the Hall of Fame class of 2009 on Wednesday morning (14Jan09) and couldn’t be more thrilled, but he really wanted to
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