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Nearly 9 Million Watch 'farrah's Story'
The documentary about Farrah Fawcett courageous battle against cancer drew an estimated 8.9 million viewers on Friday night. "Farrah's Story" was NBC's most-watched program it its time slot in more than a year -- excluding the Olympics -- according to estimates cited by the Associated Press. The film documents Farrah's diagnosis with anal cancer in 2006 and follows her as the disease progresses and spreads to her liver. The documentary shows the "Charlie's Angels" star keeping her sense of humor and remaining positive while pursuing various conventional and alternative treatments aimed at curing her disease. At the documentary's premiere last week in Los Angeles, longtime companion Ryan O'Neal said Farrah was still fighting but was in a "very rocky place." O'Neal attended the premiere along with Farrah's best friend Alana Stewart, who produced the film.[Read full story on The Insider]
Janice Dickinson Can't Wait To Pounce On 'hills' Star Spencer Pratt
NEW YORK (AP) — Heidi and Spencer better watch their backs. Former supermodel Janice Dickinson can't wait to pounce on fame-hungry newlyweds Heidi Montage and Spencer Pratt Janice Dickinson Can't Wait To Pounce On 'hills' Star Spencer Pratt
NEW YORK (AP) — Heidi and Spencer better watch their backs. Former supermodel Janice Dickinson can't wait to pounce on fame-hungry newlyweds Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt 'farrah's Story' Draws Nearly 9 Million Viewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A documentary that shows Farrah Fawcett battle against cancer in wrenching detail drew an estimated 8.9 million viewers, NBC said. Mary-kate Olsen Nearly Collides With Bicyclist
Mary-Kate Olsen had a close call during a bicycle ride in New York last month, when she almost collided with another cyclist in the city. Shia Labeouf Fires Shotguns With Spielberg To Relieve Stress
Shia LaBeouf shoots off a few rounds with movie pal Steven Spielberg whenever he feels Hollywood is getting too much for him. Shia Labeouf Fires Shotguns With Spielberg To Relieve Stress
Shia LaBeouf shoots off a few rounds with movie pal Steven Spielberg whenever he feels Hollywood is getting too much for him. Kirk Douglas Flees Wildfires
Movie legend Kirk Douglas was forced to flee Montecito, California when wildfires threatened to engulf his family home. Kirk Douglas Flees Wildfires
Movie legend Kirk Douglas was forced to flee Montecito, California when wildfires threatened to engulf his family home. 'farrah's Story' Draws Nearly 9 Million Viewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A documentary that shows Farrah Fawcett battle against cancer in wrenching detail drew an estimated 8.9 million viewers, NBC said. Kate Moss "going Crazy" Over A Flock Of Doves
Kate Moss is being "driven mad" by a flock of doves. The supermodel's London neighbor has been breeding the birds but they have been causing chaos by flying into her home, making a mess and even triggering her security system.A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "Kate is being driven mad by the doves.
Robin Williams Reveals He Only Had Two Weeks To Live Before Heart Surgery
Funnyman Robin Williams was given just two weeks to live before his heart surgery. The 57-year-old actor revealed to David Letterman on his late night show that the surgery has extended his life.Williams had to postpone his "Weapons of Self-Destruction" one-man comedy tour in March after doctors advised him to undergo surgery to replace an aortic valve replacement.
Jason Priestley's Daughter -- Hurt But Okay
It's unclear exactly what happened at the Von's in Burbank yesterday, but Jason Priestley and his wife, Naomi, rushed their 1-year-old daughter Ava out of the grocery store and to nearby St. Joseph's Hospital.We're told Ava has already been ...Permalink
Paris And Doug -- Cops Back Tinkerbell Story
Filed under: Paris Hilton When they're right, they're right. Looks like Paris Hilton and Doug Reinhardt (leaving LAX yesterday) weren't lying when they told us the reason for all the ruckus at their home a few days back was because they got a prank call saying Tinkerbell was ...Permalink
John Mayer's Lipstick Jungle
John Mayer a smart guy ... he's good at math. He knows, even if Jennifer Aniston is hotter than any two woman combined, that if he bags 14 chicks in one night... who needs Friends?Mayer, and his ridiculous celebration dance, flaunted his big score ...Permalink
Celebrity Birthdays, May 17
Happy Birthday to Irish singer Andrea Corr (1974), Queens of the Stone Age/Eagles of Death Metal founder Josh Homme (1973), NKOTB singer Jordan Knight (1970), Nine Inch Nails singer Trent Reznor (1965), Celebrity Birthdays, May 17
Happy Birthday to Irish singer Andrea Corr (1974), Queens of the Stone Age/Eagles of Death Metal founder Josh Homme (1973), NKOTB singer Jordan Knight (1970), Nine Inch Nails singer Trent Reznor (1965), Larry King Not Missin' Miss Cali
Filed under: Talk Sports, PageantryMiss California missed his show because she partied too hard the night before -- but Larry King ain't having it.We got the oft-suspendered talk show host in Beverly Hills yesterday, where someone was a little bitter about the "biblically correct" ...
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The Son On 'our House': 'memba Him?!
Filed under: TV, 'Memba Them?!Chad Allen became famous playing the son alongside Deidre Hall and Shannen Doherty on the '80s TV series "Our House." Guess what he looks like now! ...
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Former 'bachelorette' Jen Schefft Gets Married
Jen Schefft who once sought romance as "The Bachelorette," tied the knot with her fiancé Joe Waterman in Chicago on Friday, says People.com. A spokesperson for the Chicago eatery Spiaggia tells the Web site that Jen and Joe enjoyed an intimate wedding at the restaurant, in a private dining room boasting a view of Lake Michigan. The site says that after guests ate a late dinner and cake, they danced to the musical stylings of a deejay. Jen, 32, and Joe, a 35-year-old options trader, began dating in February of '08. Jen was proposed to by Andrew Firestone in season three of "The Bachelor." After their relationship ended, she went on to become the third star of "The Bachelorette."[Read full story on The Insider]
Longoria, Bill Clinton Attend Austrian Aids Gala (ap)
AP - "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria Parker, former U.S. President Bill Clinton and singer Katy Perry attended a flamboyant Austrian charity gala Saturday dedicated to raising money for people with HIV and AIDS.
'farrah's Story' Draws Nearly 9 Million Viewers (ap)
AP - NBC says an estimated 8.9 million people watched a documentary about Farrah Fawcett battle against cancer.
President At Sasha Obama's Big Soccer Game!
One of Sasha Obama's biggest fans was cheering for her during her soccer game in D.C. on Saturday -- her father, President Barack Obama! The president celebrated on the sidelines with other parents and spectators as Sasha’s team scored a big goal. Last weekend, President Obama poked fun at himself at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner -- in front of an audience of top celebs including Steven Spielberg Samuel L. Jackson and Demi Moore.[Read full story on The Insider]
Former 'bachelorette' Jen Schefft Weds!
Jen Schefft who once sought romance as "The Bachelorette," tied the knot with her fiancé Joe Waterman in Chicago on Friday, says People.com. A spokesperson for the Chicago eatery Spiaggia tells the Web site that Jen and Joe enjoyed an intimate wedding at the restaurant, in a private dining room boasting a view of Lake Michigan. The site says that after guests ate a late dinner and cake, they danced to the musical stylings of a deejay. Jen, 32, and Joe, a 35-year-old options trader, began dating in February of '08. Jen was proposed to by Andrew Firestone in season three of "The Bachelor." After their relationship ended, she went on to become the third star of "The Bachelorette."[Read full story on The Insider]
Victoria Gotti Fighting Foreclosure Of Ny Home (ap)
AP - Growing up Gotti never included the threat of foreclosure — until now.
Maria The Elephant Vs Mariah Carey At Cannes (afp)
AFP - An African elephant named Maria vied for paparazzi attention with music and film star Mariah Carey at the Cannes film festival on Saturday.
'brangelina' Fly In To Cannes Ahead Of Tarantino Premiere (afp)
AFP - A-lister couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie fly into Cannes this weekend ahead of Pitt's red-carpet appearance at the gala screening of Quentin Tarantino's latest film "Inglourious Basterds".
Degeneres, Connick Salute Tulane Graduates (ap)
AP - Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres and actor-musician Harry Connick Jr. returned Saturday to their hometown of New Orleans to cheer on Tulane University's graduating "Katrina Class" — the students displaced by Hurricane Katrina nearly four years ago.
Justin Timberlake Hit With Lawsuit
Justin Timberlake is facing legal action from an ex-employee who has filed a sexual discrimination lawsuit against two of the managers at his New York restaurant. Paris Hilton's Neighbor Wants Her Out
Paris Hilton is proving unpopular with her new neighbors - a resident in her Hollywood Hills street has reportedly offered their landlord money to evict the socialite. Britney Spears' Massive Security Bill
Britney Spears refuses to take any risks when it comes to her safety - she's splashed out almost $450,000 on security. New America Ferrera Film Looks At Effects Of War
MEXICO CITY (AP) - "Ugly Betty" star America Ferrera is hoping her new film will inspire Americans to address the struggles soldiers face after they come home from Iraq or Afghanistan. Green Day Debated Quitting Music
Rockers Green Day were so disappointed with the reception to their album Warning they considered splitting up. Michael Jackson In Skin Cancer Battle?
Michael Jackson is secretly battling skin cancer, according to new British tabloid reports. The Sun newspaper claims the 50-year-old Thriller hit-maker was recently diagnosed Prez Obama -- From Government To Goalies
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky & Weird, Kids, Talk Sports, Barack Obama, PolitixPresident Barack Obama may not be a "hockey mom" but he has got the wild parent on the sidelines thing down pat.Prez Obama let his guard down as he cheered like crazy for his daughters Malia and Sasha -- who were playing soccer today in D.C. How's ...
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