With "Dancing with the Stars" premiering tonight, we want to know which celeb are you rooting for to take the prized mirror-ball trophy? Tell us your thoughts below and then watch "The Insider" on TV tonight to see if your are called out on air! Meanwhile, we're with contestants past and present! Watch our exclusive video as "DWTS" co-host and "The Insider"'s Samantha Harris takes her daughter to spend a luxurious day at the spa with several performers from "Dancing with the Stars." Samantha gets pampered at the Four Seasons Hotel in L.A. along with celeb contestant Denise Richards and pro dancers Karina Smirnoff, Lacey Schwimmer, Edyta Sliwinska, Anna Trebunskaya and Elena Grinenko, as well as model Jade Ashley. Karina invited the grown-ups to a private suite for some manicures and Bacardi Mojitos so they could they could unwind before the big night! "Dancing with the Stars" returns tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern on ABC.

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AFP - A woman carrying a hammer was arrested after getting into the hospital room of dying reality television star Jade Goody police and her spokesman said Monday.
E! Online - It's official: Dakota Fanning is sinking her teeth into New Moon.
AP - Stella McCartney played with opacity and transparency in her sexy, lingerie-inspired 2010 winter ready-to-wear collection Monday.
AP - Former Baywatch babe Pamela Anderson ditched her swimsuit for some no-less-sizzling looks as she hit the catwalk in a tutu, hot-pants and second-skin skirt suit at Vivienne Westwood's ready-to-wear show.
Reuters - Stella McCartney injected some masculinity into her signature soft, feminine designs with belted spray-print dresses and tapered trousers on Monday, adding to a string of Paris collections courting the working woman.
AFP - Britain's Prince Charles dived into the first full day of a Latin America tour Monday, visiting Chile's capital and preparing a speech set to highlight his concern over climate change.
AFP - Two-time Grammy winner Pink, in Paris on Monday for Fashion Week, said she would never befriend a designer who used fur as she joined Stella McCartney in the launch of a new PETA animal rights campaign.
AP - President Barack Obama paid tribute to the late actor Christopher Reeve who emerged as an advocate for embryonic stem cell research after he was paralyzed in a horseback riding accident.
AP - She started her film career as a buddy to that lovable alien E.T., but does Drew Barrymore have what it takes to direct vampires?
Get two of Hollywood's hottest stars together and everyone hopes there's some juicy gossip. Sienna Miller and Keira Knightley play two lovers of Dylan Thomas in The Edge of Love,


Celebrities including Brad Pitt Michael Jackson and David and Victoria Beckham are falling victim to the credit crunch as the value of their luxury Dubai properties plummets.


STOCKHOLM (AP) - Organizers say 16,000 fans of the heavy metal group Metallica had to leave the Stockholm Globe Arena without seeing their heroes perform after lead singer James Hetfield was taken to the hospital.


STOCKHOLM (AP) - Organizers say 16,000 fans of the heavy metal group Metallica had to leave the Stockholm Globe Arena without seeing their heroes perform after lead singer James Hetfield was taken to the hospital.


Celebrities including Brad Pitt Michael Jackson and David and Victoria Beckham are falling victim to the credit crunch as the value of their luxury Dubai properties plummets.


The ladies may recognize Nathan Fillion from Desperate Housewives as Dr. Adam Mayfair, husband of Dana Delany's character Katherine, or the lovably adulterous doctor in Waitress.


The ladies may recognize Nathan Fillion from Desperate Housewives as Dr. Adam Mayfair, husband of Dana Delany's character Katherine, or the lovably adulterous doctor in Waitress.


Rosario Dawson has made it to become a big movie star, but she'll never forget where she came from. Doing the independent film Explicit Ills gave her a chance to honor her friends and family


Rosario Dawson has made it to become a big movie star, but she'll never forget where she came from. Doing the independent film Explicit Ills gave her a chance to honor her friends and family


Aussie actress Teresa Palmer has gone public with her love for actor Topher Grace announcing he's "everything I could ask for" in a blog post.


Aussie actress Teresa Palmer has gone public with her love for actor Topher Grace announcing he's "everything I could ask for" in a blog post.


Pop superstar Britney Spears suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction during her comeback show in Tampa, Florida on Sunday when her leotard ripped, accidentally exposing her naked crotch to the audience.


Pop superstar Britney Spears suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction during her comeback show in Tampa, Florida on Sunday when her leotard ripped, accidentally exposing her naked crotch to the audience.


Michael J. Fox has heaped praised on President Barack Obama for lifting an eight-year federal funding ban on stem cell research.


Michael J. Fox has heaped praised on President Barack Obama for lifting an eight-year federal funding ban on stem cell research.


"In our society we are so f---ed up about nudity. But it's just me naked - I'm not curing cancer and I'm not causing cancer. I want it to be authentic, but it's tricky because people are like, 'Argh! Boobies!'"


Actress Jennifer Aniston has become so disillusioned with romance; she is convinced no relationship will last "forever."


Actress Jennifer Aniston has become so disillusioned with romance; she is convinced no relationship will last "forever."


"In our society we are so f---ed up about nudity. But it's just me naked - I'm not curing cancer and I'm not causing cancer. I want it to be authentic, but it's tricky because people are like, 'Argh! Boobies!'"


Chris Rock is assembling an all-star comedy cast for his forthcoming movie Death At A Funeral - both Martin Lawrence and Tracy Morgan have signed on to the project.


Chris Rock is assembling an all-star comedy cast for his forthcoming movie Death At A Funeral - both Martin Lawrence and Tracy Morgan have signed on to the project.


WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama paid tribute to the late actor Christopher Reeve who emerged as an advocate for embryonic stem cell research


WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama paid tribute to the late actor Christopher Reeve who emerged as an advocate for embryonic stem cell research


It would be a surprise if in some small Amazonian tribe somewhere they didn't know who this dude was. Brad Pitt has to be one of the most iconic men on the planet (and he looks more and more like Robert Redford as time marches on!). Pitt was born 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
IT was the terrifying moment no weak and vulnerable cancer patient should ever have to suffer as they bravely face their final days.

Dying Jade Goody woke in her hospital bed expecting to see members of her family, friends or a caring nurse ? instead she was confronted by a stranger with a hammer.
As one of the better known Baha'is on the international scene, Rainn Wilson (who plays Dwight on The Office) has been letting people know the basics of this Faith whenever afforded the opportunity in the media - particularly mentioning the onenesses of God, religion and humanity.
Jade has struck a deal with her ex Jeff Brazier for husband Jack Tweed to play a part in her sons' lives.

She said she wanted Bobby Jack, five, and Freddy, four, to continue to spend time with Jack after she has gone.
Filed under: Nurse! Mickey Rourke had a war with his stereo -- and judging by his limp, the stereo won. Mickey was on his way to Russia, though he wouldn't say why. Could it be "Iron Man 2?" -- there are rumors he'll play a Russian dude.See Also Loki Who?...

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It's one of the most shocking/cringe inducing things we've ever seen: Shauna Sand asking her 9-year-old daughter if she wants to do Playboy.Judging by the girl's answer, it's good to see someone in this family has some sense.See Also Even Shauna...

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With her mom jeans safely ensconced out of the public eye, Jessica Simpson put on her best Pearl Jam flannel, Madonna bustier and Daisy Dukes at the very prestigious Florida Strawberry Festival this weekend.While we can't speak for the "performance,"...

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Filed under: Wacky & Weird, Food Glorious Food Estelle Harris aka George's mom from "Seinfeld," was just looking for a hunk of meat this weekend at a Ralphs supermarket -- but instead she ended up giving us a "Seinfeld" scoop.See Also Madge vs. Seinfeld: Who'd You Rather?...

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With the Resurrection of Britney tour hitting up Florida, a curvy Kevin Federline took his two Spears subsidized kids and his two kids with Shar Jackson to Disney World this weekend.It's a small world after all ... for everything but K-Fed's...

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Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Talk Sports Charles Barkley is done with his jail sentence. Barkley was released from Tent City Jail in Arizona just before 8:00 AM today after serving his 3 day stint for a DUI bust.For his safety, he was housed in a separate tent from other inmates and had his...

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While he waits to undergo surgery to replace his aortic valve, Robin Williams enjoyed a peaceful walk along Miami Beach with a female friend this weekend.The rehabbed 57-year-old was forced to suspend his one-man show tour after suffering shortness...

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Reuters - British singer Amy Winehouse will not get a work visa to travel to the United States in time to perform at a leading music festival because she was charged with assault last week, her spokesman said on Monday.
AP - President Barack Obama led a Kennedy Center crowd in a performance of "Happy Birthday," capping a star-studded musical birthday tribute to ailing Sen. Edward M. Kennedy.
AP - A spokesman for Amy Winehouse says the singer won't perform in the United States next month, as had been planned.
Helena Christensen claims she eats "like a pig." The Danish supermodel, who has an enviably slim figure, insists she is always eating and is fortunate enough not to pile on the pounds, but admits it could catch up with her one day.

She said: "I eat more than anyone I know. I'm obsessed! Food takes up about 75 percent of my brain. I eat like a pig."
E! Online - Looks like Jeff Probst has learned a thing or two about survival during his nine years snuffing out tiki torches.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel spend a relaxing afternoon together after an exciting "Saturday Night".   The happy couple walked arm-in-arm in NYC the day after they appeared together on "Saturday Night Live". Justin and Jessica were matching in jeans, jackets and scarves as they took a stroll around their Tribeca neighborhood in New York.

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"The Insider"'s Samantha Harris and her daughter exclusively spend a luxurious day at the spa with several past and present performers from "Dancing with the Stars." Watch Samantha get pampered at the Four Seasons Hotel in L.A. along with celeb contestant Denise Richards and pro dancers Karina Smirnoff, Lacey Schwimmer, Edyta Sliwinska, Anna Trebunskaya and Elena Grinenko, as well as model Jade Ashley. Karina invited the grown-ups to a private suite for some manicures and Bacardi Mojitos so they could they could unwind before the big night! "Dancing with the Stars" returns tonight at 8 p.m. Eastern on ABC.

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Happy Birthday to rappers Bow Wow (1987) and Chingy (1980), "Webster" star Emmanuel Lewis (1971), French actress Juliette Binoche (1964), "Dogma" actress Linda Fiorentino (1960), singer Jeffrey Osborne (1948),


Simon Cowell may use his celebrity status to talk his way out of a ticket -- but the dude from Right Said Fred let us know he plays by a different set of rules.Besides calling "A.I." a virus and saying Simon wears his trousers too high, Richard...

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Filed under: Celebrity Justice Joey Gaydos Jr. -- the guitar prodigy from "School of Rock" -- is now apologizing for his underage DUI bust last month.Here's the statement Joey sent to TMZ:"Some of you may have seen video footage of me on shows like TMZ, or your local news...

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Veteran actor PATRICK STEWART has won his third Laurence Olivier award for his stage portrayal of Claudius in Shakespeare’s HAMLET.The X-Men star was handed the Best Performance in a Supporting Role accolade at the 33rd annual theatre prizegiving, honouring London’s best stage productions, on Sunday (08Mar09).Sir Derek Jacobi took home a Best Actor prize for
Actor Ewan McGregor is threatening legal action over an Internet impostor pretending to be him on various social networking sites.The online fraudster purporting to be McGregor has convinced nearly 20,000 fans to subscribe to his regular updates on Twitter.com.The phony messages tell followers the alleged star is "about to enjoy banana pancakes" and "finally has
Dustin Hoffman is chasing an unfulfilled life ambition to become a jazz pianist.The Rain Man actor has starred in dozens of hit films in his thirty-year big-screen career - but he insists he would give up Hollywood in an instant to be an accomplished piano player.And so the star has begun taking lessons to help
Actress Samantha Morton is preparing to lead a protest in her native U.K. against officials’ plans to close a care home for children.The Minority Report star spent part of her childhood living in care institutions in Nottingham, England.And now, at the request of a social worker who helped raise her, Morton will lead a campaign
Aussie actress TERESA PALMER has gone public with her love for actor Topher Grace announcing he’s "everything I could ask for" in a blog post.The Bedtime Stories star, who previously dated British funnyman Russell Brand, has been keen to keep her new romance under wraps - until now.The actress has revealed she recently took Grace
Pop star ASHLEE SIMPSON-WENTZ is preparing to return to the small screen with a part on the MELROSE PLACE remake, according to a new report.The 24-year-old landed a recurring role on 7th Heaven in 2002 and spent two years a member of the TV drama’s cast.And now she is set to act again after landing
Reunited rockers NO DOUBT are hoping to record a new album on the road this summer (09) - in a state-of-the art bus studio.Singer Gwen Stefani has revealed that bandmate Tony Kanal has created a new touring studio, which will enable the band to work on new material in between shows.Stefani says, "It’s gonna be
Actress Christina Ricci has joined the ranks of the celebrity paparazzi fans after one stalking snapper helped her get a snake off her lawn.The Speed Racer star admits she feels strangely protected when photographers are following her - because she feels sure no one would attack her while she has a gang of paparazzi with
THE Pussycat Dolls are working doubly hard opening BRITNEY SPEARS’ current tour - because her high-tech round stage means they must move at all times to keep fans from staring at their backsides.The girl group is the support act on the Toxic singer’s 42-date Circus trek, which features a massive circular platform in the centre
British singer Amy Winehouse has been forced to pull out of a forthcoming U.S. concert after she was denied a visa following her charge with assault on Thursday (05Mar09).The troubled pop star was due to play the annual Coachella music festival in California next month (Apr09).But officials have refused to issue Winehouse entry into the
Michael Jackson whipped up excitement for his forthcoming London comeback concerts by buying an entire ad break during U.K. TV’s DANCING ON ICE to air clips of his greatest ever performances.The King Of Pop moonwalked into British homes on Sunday night (08Mar09) when the three-and-a-half minute promo, featuring his past tour highlights, was showcased during
Beyonce Knowles shows off her curves in a floor length sparkling gown. The singer is currently filming her new music video in New York City's Tribeca neighborhood.

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Gavin Rossdale runs shirtless for his new music video. The musician hit the streets of downtown Los Angeles to film the video for his song "Forever May You Run."

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WEBISODE 03/08/09 Check out the latest episode of our web series Lara's Wardrobe Cam! Lara Spencer and "The Insider"'s fashion guru Anya Sarre need your help to decide between styles! Post your below, and let us know what you think -- and be sure to tune into "The Insider" tonight and see which dress Lara chooses!

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Ashlee Simpson-Wentz is making her return to TV -- read on to find out which small screen series just made her a leading lady! Ashlee has joined the cast of the CW's remake of the popular 90's series "Melrose Place", The Hollywood Reporter writes. According to THR, the singer/actress will play Violet, a small town girl who moves to Los Angeles and brings a secret along with her. Ashlee will also star alongside her rocker husband Pete Wentz, on the March 18 episode of "CSI: NY". Simpson-Wentz started off her acting career with a role on the WB drama "7th Heaven".

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Reuters - Rita Wilson has joined Meryl Streep, Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin in the next project from Nancy Meyers, the director of "Something's Gotta Give."
Actor Ashton Kutcher has sold the Beverly Hills home he purchased while still single. The home -- where Kutcher used to live before marrying actress Demi Moore in 2005 -- sold last week for $3.6 million, the Los Angeles Times reports.

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Musician Justin Timberlake hosted "Saturday Night Live" over the weekend and his girlfriend Jessica Biel made a special surprise appearance. During Weekend Update, Timberlake and Andy Samberg spoofed the comic strip Cathy -- Samberg playing Cathy and Timberlake playing her adoring husband Irving. "I swear on Charles Schulz himself, if Jessica Rabbit walked in here right now I wouldn't even blink," Irving says. Biel then walks in dressed as Jessica Rabbit wearing a tight, red dress and long purple gloves -- she asks Irving to take a walk and he immediately accepts. "Sounds good, later fatty," he says to Cathy. "SNL" spoofed the comic strip characters after a recent survey from Cadbury Daily Milk ranked the sexiest cartoon characters leaving Cathy off the list.

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Media mogul Martha Stewart is mourning the loss of a beloved dog. In a post on her official blog, Stewart says she is "deeply saddened" to announce that one of her dogs was killed in an accidental explosion at a Pennsylvania kennel on Friday. "Here is a tribute to my little Ghenghis Khan who perished in the blaze," Martha writes, displaying a photo of the dog. The kennel's co-owner Karen Tracy is quoted as saying 16 dogs were killed in the accident and 14 survived, some with severe burns. "My heart goes out to [kennel owner] Karen Tracy and I am hoping for a speedy recovery for those (both pets and humans) injured in this terrible event," Stewart writes.

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E! Online - Britney Spears knows everybody loves a circus. 
AFP - Prince Charles and his wife Camilla arrived in Chile Sunday for a three-country Latin American tour set to focus on conservation efforts and military ties.
AP - "Watchmen" clocked in with $55.7 million in ticket sales to claim the top spot at the box office, making director Zack Snyder comic book adaptation about a team of twisted superheros the biggest opening of 2009 so far.
TV prankster Steve-O has grown sick of his many tattoos, and is asking fans for a creative way to cover them up. The Jackass star has body art adorning much of his physique,


Pop superstar Michael Jackson 'couldn't be in better shape' according to a friend and business manager - rubbishing reports the singer's health is deteriorating. Dr Tohme Tohme


Pop superstar Michael Jackson 'couldn't be in better shape' according to a friend and business manager - rubbishing reports the singer's health is deteriorating. Dr Tohme Tohme


TV prankster Steve-O has grown sick of his many tattoos, and is asking fans for a creative way to cover them up. The Jackass star has body art adorning much of his physique,


Britney Spears has dismissed speculation she will leave her children with ex-husband Kevin Federline while she thrills fans on her Circus world tour - insisting her two young sons


Britney Spears has dismissed speculation she will leave her children with ex-husband Kevin Federline while she thrills fans on her Circus world tour - insisting her two young sons


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A less sweaty, Nike track suit wearing Sir Charles Barkley posed for this new mugshot when he entered Tent City Jail in Arizona yesterday.Barkley -- who will finish his 3-day sentence for DUI tomorrow -- is allowed to rock the track suit because he's...

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Soul singer Joss Stone has hit out at her record label after they delayed the release of her forthcoming album.The You Had Me hitmaker’s fourth studio release, Colour Me Free, was due to hit stores in April (09), but bosses at EMI have postponed it until at least July (09).Stone is furious at the delay
Actress Kate Walsh hated the time she spent modelling in Japan - because the small clothes sizes made her feel like a giant.The Private Practice star left America to teach in the Far East, but her good looks and slim physique helped her carve out a successful modelling career.She recalls, "It was awful… First of
Troubled singer Amy Winehouse is finding it hard to write songs for her third album - because she’s lost her creativity.The Back to Black hitmaker recently returned to Britain from a two-month sunshine break in the Caribbean, following numerous health problems throughout 2008, including a stint in rehab and several prolonged stays in hospital.Although the
Britney Spears has taken time out from her 42-date Circus tour to visit sick children in Miami, Florida.Just hours before performing at the city’s American Airlines Arena on Saturday (07Mar09), the Toxic hitmaker dropped into the Miami Children’s hospital.She stayed for half an hour posing for pictures with the children and giving them autographed photos.Hospital
Celebrities including Brad Pitt MICHAEL JACKSON and DAVID AND VICTORIA BECKHAM are falling victim to the credit crunch as the value of their luxury Dubai properties plummets.The rich and famous flocked to the oil-rich Gulf state to snap up homes in luxury developments such as the man-made, tree-shaped island Palm Jumeirah.However, Dubai was unable to
Hollywood lothario COLIN FARRELL has sworn off women following his split with writer Emma Forrest last month (Feb09).The Irish charmer and reformed bad boy has been linked to a number of A-list women, including Britney Spears, Paris Hilton and Angelina Jolie.But now he’s planning a period of celibacy and.Rather than use his break-up with Forrest
U.S. funny couple Sarah Silverman and JIMMY KIMMEL have split again just months after announcing they had reconciled on TV.The latest break-up happened in the last two weeks and was initiated by Silverman, according to UsMagazine.com.A source tells the publication, "He’s bummed." Kimmel and Silverman first started dating in 2003.The insider adds, "Seems like it’s
Comic book movie adaptation WATCHMEN has scored the biggest opening of 2009 after taking in an estimated $55.7 million (£39.8 million) at the U.S. box office over the weekend.The adaptation of Alan Moore’s celebrated graphic novel started strongly, taking in a whopping $25 million (£17.85 million) on its opening day (06Mar09).The film, starring Patrick Wilson
Dying British TV star Jade Goody and her two young sons were baptised in London on Saturday (07Mar09).Goody, who has terminal cancer, was too ill to make the journey to a church as planned, so the ceremony took place in a chapel at the Royal Marsden Hospital, where the beloved reality TV star is a
METALLICA were forced to scrap a Swedish show over the weekend to allow ailing frontman James Hetfield to recover from a mystery illness.A statement posted on the group’s website on Sunday (08Mar09) reads, "Tonight’s second show in Stockholm has been cancelled due to James falling ill and receiving medical attention at the hospital."The show WILL
Irish rockers U2 have scored their 10th number one album in the U.K. after storming to the top of the charts with NO LINE ON THE HORIZON.The feat puts the group on par with The Rolling Stones and Madonna, who also boast 10 chart-toppers. Elvis Presley had 11 number ones, while The Beatles had 15.The
Angry Californians smashed Arnold Schwarzenegger videos and DVDs in a protest about the state Governor’s plans to extend tax increases in Fullerton on Saturday (07Mar09).Activists waving placards and decapitated latex Schwarzenegger heads were demonstrating against the former movie star’s Proposition 1A budget plans to increase sales tax and motor license payments across the state.Governor Schwarzenegger
Kylie Minogue is hotly tipped to headline a star-studded benefit for the victims of bushfires and floods in her native Australia this weekend (14Mar09).The pop star is expected to make the trip to both Sound Relief shows in Sydney and Melbourne from Mumbai, India, where she is filming her first Bollywood movie.A source tells the
Love letters purportedly written by Britain’s Prince Charles have sparked a row in the U.S. after they appeared for sale on auction website eBay.com.The heir to the throne was 26 when he penned the six love notes to American Janet Jenkins back in the 1970s, long before his marriage to Princess Diana and his romance