Hollywood loves the Lakers! HTV is there as celebrity sports fans like Charlie Sheen hit up last night's big game. Teri Hatcher, Ice Cube, Cedric the Entertainer, Guy Ritchie, and Penny Marshall were all at Game Two of the Western Conference Finals between the Lakers and the Denver Nuggets. Other celebs who were seen at the game included Tom Cruise, Jake Gyllenhaal, Will Ferrell, John Lithgow and Maria Shriver.

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AFP - Heath Ledger last unfinished role, cut short by his tragic death, was on Friday brought to Cannes by cult director Terry Gilliam.
AP - Bill Clinton saxophone and Robert Pattinson's lips have helped a star-studded charity event raise money to fight AIDS.
AP - Bruce Springsteen will be closing Giants Stadium.
Robert Pattinson has learned his lips are worth a staggering $20,000 - after a kiss with the actor was auctioned off at a charity event on Thursday.


Paul McCartney has demanded photos of his London mansion be removed from Google's online Street Map feature.


Paul McCartney has demanded photos of his London mansion be removed from Google's online Street Map feature.


Rock star Adam Lambert has been offered his first tour a day after losing American Idol to fellow finalist Kris Allen - Gene Simmons has invited him to hit the road with Kiss.


Rock star Adam Lambert has been offered his first tour a day after losing American Idol to fellow finalist Kris Allen - Gene Simmons has invited him to hit the road with Kiss.


Gossip Girl stars Blake Lively and Leighton Meester made an appearance at the 2009 CW Upfront Presentation yesterday in New York City. Which "Gossip Girl" star looks better?


Alec Baldwin has been banned from entering the Philippines - just one day after the actor publicly apologized for joking about sex trafficking in the country.


Alec Baldwin has been banned from entering the Philippines - just one day after the actor publicly apologized for joking about sex trafficking in the country.


Veteran actor Robert De Niro is celebrating after becoming a grandfather - his son has welcomed a baby boy.


Veteran actor Robert De Niro is celebrating after becoming a grandfather - his son has welcomed a baby boy.


British actress Natascha McElhone has paid tribute to her late husband with a memorial service exactly a year after he died of a heart attack.


British actress Natascha McElhone has paid tribute to her late husband with a memorial service exactly a year after he died of a heart attack.


CANNES, France (AP) — Heath Ledger final performance has been presented at the Cannes Film Festival.


Christian Bale struggles to maintain his vegetarianism because he is often struck with the strong compulsion to eat meat.


Jamie Foxx has been tempted by former Cheers star Kirstie Alley's offer of romance because he likes big women.


Former The Sopranos star Edie Falco credits clean living for helping her beat breast cancer in 2003.


Paris Hilton wore an interesting gown at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS benefit during the Cannes film festival yesterday. It looks like swatches of fabric, buttons and straps


Natalie Cole has an anonymous fan to thank for her recent kidney transplant - the unnamed donor provided the vital organ after the singer detailed her plight on TV.


Natalie Cole has an anonymous fan to thank for her recent kidney transplant - the unnamed donor provided the vital organ after the singer detailed her plight on TV.


EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) - Bruce Springsteen will be closing Giants Stadium. The rocker told fans at the nearby Izod Center on Thursday


EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) - Bruce Springsteen will be closing Giants Stadium. The rocker told fans at the nearby Izod Center on Thursday


Actress/model Isabella Rossellini spent her childhood "torturing" the paparazzi who camped outside her family home in Italy.


Actress/model Isabella Rossellini spent her childhood "torturing" the paparazzi who camped outside her family home in Italy.


Hollywood star Sharon Stone fought back tears as she paid tribute to her late friend and "angel" Natasha Richardson on Thursday at a charity AIDS event at the Cannes Film Festival.


Hollywood star Sharon Stone fought back tears as she paid tribute to her late friend and "angel" Natasha Richardson on Thursday at a charity AIDS event at the Cannes Film Festival.


Gene Simmons "thrusted" at a female fan after performing on "American Idol." The Kiss bassist took to the stage during the final of the TV talent show on Wednesday and reportedly struggled to contain himself when a pretty woman approached him backstage.

FOX News reports "After his wild performance with Kiss, Gene Simmons was clearly feeling the buzz and wanting to do more than just kiss as he came backstage."
Josh Lucas once dumped a girlfriend by text message. The "Death in Love" star - who has been dating 'State of Play' actress Rachel McAdams since January - ended a romance using his cell phone because he didn't want to do it in person.

He said: "Sadly I have done that. But I'm sickeningly embarrassed about it to this day!"
Mandy Moore isn't a size zero because she's "not 14 anymore." The "I Wanna Be With You" singer is trying to embrace her "womanly curves", but can't help being disappointed when she looks in a full-length mirror.

She said: "I'm not a swizzle stick - I'm not 14 anymore."
Edie Falco dog inspired her to adopt. The former "Sopranos" star - who raises four-year-old adopted son Anderson and adopted daughter Macy, one, alone - decided to give two children a home after becoming attached to the pet.

She said: "I have this dog named Marley, and it is a kind of love I had never known. I have a hard time believing Marley did not come from my body. I know that sounds insane, but I feel that connected to her. She made me realize I wanted to adopt children."
Brooke Shields says her daughters are "lazy little children." The actress doesn't believe six-year-old Rowan Francis and Grier Hammond, three, will follow in her footsteps as child actresses because they are not interested in learning "tricks."

When asked if the girls have an acting career ahead of them, she said: "They are lazy little children. When I try to get Grier to do tricks, she'll say 'No, I cannot.' Just flat out. I never even said that."
The woman accused of attacking Terri Seymour has pleaded not guilty to charges. Janice Thibodeaux was charged with misdemeanor battery and assault yesterday morning following her altercation with Seymour - the ex-girlfriend of Simon Cowell - and appeared in court to answer the claims.

A Los Angeles judge set her bail at $20,000. She is due to appear in court again on June 4.
Robert Pattinson raised $80,000 to kiss two teenage girls. The "Twilight" star auctioned off two "pecks on the cheek" at the star-studded amfAR charity benefit at the Cannes Film Festival last night.

The 23-year-old actor was sitting at a table with Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana at the lavish Hotel du Cap when movie mogul Harvey Weinstein suggested Pattinson sell a smooch.
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He was allegedly defending Brooke Shields honor with that well placed headbutt to designer Jack McCollough's schnoz -- but last night on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," Kiefer Sutherland admitted it's something he "really regrets having ...

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You're not a true ex-"American Idol" contestant unless you bash the show that made you famous Clay Aiken took to his personal website (available to view for the low, low price of $29.95/year) to rip "Idol" and its king of glam runner-up Adam Lambert. ...

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Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Paris Hilton Photo Galleries Paris Hilton showed off her demure beauty in Cannes this week ... by grinding and freakin' on her borefriend Doug Whatshisname. Consider these pics a preview of her inevitable next (home) movie. ...

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Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Beauty, Hot Bodies Patrick Dempsey aired out his pale white anatomy while on a sleeveless bike ride in L.A. on Thursday.Forget killing off Katherine Heigl or T.R. Knight, for good ratings "Grey's" should show off the 43-year-old's buff arms more often.See Also ...

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AP - Heath Ledger final performance has been presented at the Cannes Film Festival.
WEBISODE: 05/22/09 Check out the latest episode of our exclusive web series Lara's Wardrobe Cam! Today "The Insider"'s fashion expert Anya Sarre has some great wardrobe choices for Lara Spencer, and the girls need your help! Watch the video to see Lara's options and then we want to hear from you -- let us know which dress is your favorite! It's up to you to tell us what you think Lara should wear -- post your below!

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Reuters - Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn has called off his divorce from Robin Wright Penn for a second time, weeks after seeking legal separation.
Happy Birthday to sexy British lass Katie Price a.k.a. Jordan (1978), British supermodel/actress Naomi Campbell (1970), The Smiths singer Morrissey (1959), Elton John's songwriting partner Bernie Taupin (1950),


Happy Birthday to sexy British lass Katie Price a.k.a. Jordan (1978), British supermodel/actress Naomi Campbell (1970), The Smiths singer Morrissey (1959), Elton John's songwriting partner Bernie Taupin (1950),


Rumors has it, Lindsay Lohan has secretly rekindled her broken love relationship with lesbian lover Samantha Ronson. Greater than that, she is said to have already proposed to the DJ and planned to convert to Judaism with the intention to walk down the aisle. According to a report run by National Enquirer, Lindsay and Samantha's hush-hush reunion angered Samantha's family. But, "Lindsay says Sam's promised she'll persuade her family to accept this, and they won't wait to see if California changes their gay marriage legislatiomn.
Michelle Williams was photographed sharing a passionate kiss with her "Blue Valentine" co-star Ryan Gosling The twosome was practicing their roles as a couple on the set of the drama flick in Queens, New York City on Wednesday, May 20. In addition to their kissing scene, the twosome was also snapped cuddling. At that time, Michelle was seen wearing a red shirt matched with jeans and boots. Meanwhile, Ryan wore a red t-shirt paired with brown trousers and black shoes.
Sadly, the number of men who left Studio 8 for the superstardom of Planet Hollywood (not the theme restaurant) easily outnumbers the ladies. For every Amy Poehler, there's a Will Ferrell. And a Bill Murray. And a Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy and Adam Sandler (although, to be fair, there's also a David Gary Kroeger, A. Whitney Brown, and Charles Rocket for every Melanie Hutsell, too). (And for the record, no, you shouldn't recognize those names.).
Hrithik Roshan much awaited 'Kites' was unveiled at Cannes 2009. The film has Barbara Mori and Kangana Ranaut as his co-stars. The film has a much talked about lip lock between Hrithik and Barabara. Hrithik says that he was comfortable doing the scene and they did kiss each other in the scene like real lovers. Hrithik says, "Why are we even talking about kissing? Is that such a big deal? Hasn't our cinema grown up? Yes, there're kissing scenes in the film, but nothing to make me squirm.
Rani Mukherjee Kajol & Preity Zinta. are 3 extremely successful Bollywood actresses of recent times. But success is not the only common factor they share. The 3 actresses who have often competed amongst themselves for success and awards, are now competing with much younger ladies. "Failure" is the other common factor that these lovely ladies share in Bollywood. Recently, Genelia D Souza has won a couple of big brand endorsements. Interestingly, she has won them from Preity Zinta (Cadbury's Perk and Rani Mukherjee (Fanta).
Kisses from the man himself were just auctioned off for oodles of money at the Cannes Film Festival. Read on for all the kiss-and-tell details... R.Patzz was a guest at tonight's über-chic amfAR benefit, sitting at a table with Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana (yes, Rob was in a D&G tux) and French Vogue Editor-in-Chief Carine Roitfeld. Movie mogul Harvey Weinstein joked from the stage that his daughters changed their last name to Pattison after they saw Twilight.
BOLLYWOOD actress and model Riya Sen will be joined by designers from around the world at Bahrain Fashion Week (BFW) 2009. The three-day event kicks off at Moda Mall in the Bahrain World Trade Centre on Thursday. It will showcase work by local and international designers until May 30. Among those displaying their creations in the Emerging Talent section will be graduating fashion students from the Royal University for Women. In addition to catwalks, there will be fashion-related seminars offering an insight into the international fashion industry.
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An officer stepped up to Jamie Foxx ride at LAX yesterday, took out his pad of paper and looked ready to give a serious citation. Then the dude reached for his .... camera?!See Also Foxx on Thin Ice Over Vodka Suit Foxx Won't Fend Off Blonde ...

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Filed under: Paris Hilton International socialites like Paris Hilton Ivana Trump and Donatella Versace have been around forever.All three ageless biological females used their blonde forces for good at the same amfAR charity event in Cannes on Thursday.These ladies are not ...

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Tom Cruise and more celebs were spotted at the Lakers semi-finals game on Thursday night. The actor was spotted courtside, along with his teen son Connor, at Game Two of the Western Conference Finals between the Lakers and the Denver Nuggets. Other celebs who were seen at the game included Jake Gyllenhaal, Will Ferrell, Teri Hatcher, John Lithgow and Maria Shriver.

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AFP - "Spider-Man" director Sam Raimi has returned to horror with "Drag Me To Hell" but says its bank clerk heroine has a lot in common with the nerdy superhero student of his blockbusters.
AP - Sean Penn has withdrawn his petition to separate from his wife of 13 years.
AFP - Flamboyant British billionaire and Virgin Group chief Richard Branson hit back over Australian criticism of his use of scantily-clad young women to sell his products.
Sean Penn has called off his legal separation from his wife of 13 years, Robin Wright Penn, again. Penn has reportedly dismissed the papers he filed for “legal separation with minor children” last month.


Sean Penn has called off his legal separation from his wife of 13 years, Robin Wright Penn, again. Penn has reportedly dismissed the papers he filed for “legal separation with minor children” last month.


Canadian crooner Michael Buble is dating a stunning Argentine actress he met at a concert in Buenos Aires. The "Home" hitmaker met Luisana Lopilato at a gig in November 2008, just five months after his split from


Canadian crooner Michael Buble is dating a stunning Argentine actress he met at a concert in Buenos Aires. The "Home" hitmaker met Luisana Lopilato at a gig in November 2008, just five months after his split from


Race car driver Danica Patrick is battling Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton for the chance to teach Beyonce Knowles how to burn rubber. Patrick - the first woman to ever win an Indy car race


Race car driverDanica Patrick is battling Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton for the chance to teach Beyonce Knowles how to burn rubber. Patrick - the first woman to ever win an Indy car race


It's been an exciting time in reality television, with the seasons of "Dancing with the Stars" and "American Idol" coming to a close, and with the premiere of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" coming up next week. Now, "The Insider"'s Lara Spencer is chiming in on her thoughts on the shows! Does Lara think the right contestants won "Dancing" and "Idol"? What does she think of the controversial couple Jon and Kate, who have been surrounded by allegations of infidelity? Watch Lara's blog to find out!

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'Twilight' hunk Robert Pattinson attended the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS 2009 Cocktail Party and "The Insider" has the photos! The event was held at the Hotel du Cap during the 62nd Annual Cannes Film Festival in France.

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Webisode 05/21/09 Check out the latest edition of Lara's Wardrobe Cam! On this episode of our exclusive Web series, Lara's seven-year-old son Duff helps the girls pick the perfect outfit! Today "The Insider"'s fashion expert Anya Sarre has two gorgeous wardrobe choices for Lara Spencer -- a sleek, navy H&M dress or a bright green DVF dress. The girls and Duff need your help to pick the perfect outfit for the show.  Watch the video and post your below!

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Are Sean Penn and his longtime love, wife Robin Wright Penn, getting back together? People.com reports that, according to court records, Penn has requested to withdraw legal separation papers he filed in April, marking the third time the couple has withdrawn divorce or separation papers in less than 18 months. In December of 2007, both Sean and Robin filed for divorce separately, both citing irreconcilable differences for the split. Penn filed for divorce on Dec. 7 of that year, but the case was dismissed by both parties on Dec. 18. Wright then filed for divorce three days later on Dec. 21. In April 2008, the divorce papers were dismissed at the couple's request. Sean, 48, and Robin, 43, began dating in the early '90s, marrying in 1996. The couple have two teen children together: daughter Dylan Frances and son Hopper Jack.

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AFP - Voice-over artist Wayne Allwine who provided the voice of Disney icon Mickey Mouse for more than 30 years, has died in California aged 62, it was confirmed Thursday.
AFP - Hollywood actor Alec Baldwin has apologized for a recent joke about mail-order brides that triggered outrage and led to demands for an apology from the Philippine government.
E! Online - Patrick Swayze pen is apparently mightier than the radio. Not only is the actor "alive and well," he's writing.
E! Online - He may have been all smiles and standing O's at last night's Kris Allen-crowning American Idol finale, but this morning, Simon Cowell was speaking out on this week's other big showdown: ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour versus a female attacker.
AP - There will be no encore for Jay-Z and Def Jam.
E! Online - Denise Richards isn't looking to have any more kids anytime soon.
AP - George Hamilton is having his right knee replaced.
AP - Sean Penn has withdrawn his petition to separate from his wife of 13 years.
Reuters - Although no self-respecting epic can come in at less than two hours, Alejandro Amenabar will nevertheless need good word-of-mouth to attract wider audiences willing to sit through 144 minutes and a heavy-handed beginning in his new film, "Agora." Hopefully, he will get it.
Former Dharma & Greg star Jenna Elfman is returning to TV on the CBS series "Accidentally on Purpose." She will play Billie, a single woman who finds herself "accidentally" pregnant


Hollywood's hottest bachelor George Clooney is off the market again - he's dating another cocktail waitress.


CANNES, France (AP) - Sam Raimi has gone from superheroes back to the supernatural. The director of the "Spider-Man" blockbusters returns to his "Evil Dead" horror roots with "Drag Me to Hell,"


CANNES, France (AP) - Sam Raimi has gone from superheroes back to the supernatural. The director of the "Spider-Man" blockbusters returns to his "Evil Dead" horror roots with "Drag Me to Hell,"


Hollywood's hottest bachelor George Clooney is off the market again - he's dating another cocktail waitress.


Rachel Bilson lost hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of clothes and jewelry in a raid on her home. The actress was left devastated after her home in Los Angeles


"Maybe it's because I've allowed my eyebrows to grow back. I think it makes me more cuddly, likeable and loveable. It means I can get away with saying the things I say more!"


Rapper Lil Wayne is set to become a father for the third time - model/actress Lauren London is allegedly pregnant with his child.


Ben Stiller handed over a surprise gift to chat show host Jimmy Kimmel on his show Wednesday night - a camel.


Ben Stiller handed over a surprise gift to chat show host Jimmy Kimmel on his show Wednesday night - a camel.


What do you think of Paula Abdul and Kara Dioguardi's dresses from last night's season finale of "American Idol?" Who looks better? Let us know in the


The woman who attacked Simon Cowell ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour sought revenge on the pop mogul after he playfully choked his fellow American Idol judge Paula Abdul on the hit show.


The woman who attacked Simon Cowell ex-girlfriend Terri Seymour sought revenge on the pop mogul after he playfully choked his fellow American Idol judge Paula Abdul on the hit show.


The season-six finale of "One Tree Hill" aired last Monday night and featured an end to an era. Chad Michael Murray ("Lucas") and Hilarie Burton ("Peyton")


The season-six finale of "One Tree Hill" aired last Monday night and featured an end to an era. Chad Michael Murray ("Lucas")


Actor Chad Lowe is a dad - his girlfriend Kim Painter has given birth to a baby girl.


Actor Chad Lowe is a dad - his girlfriend Kim Painter has given birth to a baby girl.


NEW YORK (AP) - There will be no encore for Jay-Z and Def Jam. The rapper confirms reports that he has left the record company


NEW YORK (AP) - There will be no encore for Jay-Z and Def Jam. The rapper confirms reports that he has left the record company


Rapper Lil Wayne is set to become a father for the third time - model/actress Lauren London is allegedly pregnant with his child.


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Looks like "Bride Wars" isn't the only thing that stinks in Anne Hathaway life these days.But, at least she's keeping the streets of NYC free of dog mess. Good work! See Also Anne Hathaway and the Chocolate Factory Hathaway -- Penchant for ...

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Last night's "American Idol" finale was inspired ... by Kate Gosselin's horrendous multi-level '80s female rapper reverse mullet 'do.Everyone from Queen Latifah to last year's winner David Cook sported the inexplicable side bang/spiky top shag.The ...

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Back in 2002, Nikki McKibbin came in third place behind Justin Guarini and Kelly Clarkson on the first season of "American Idol." Guess what she looks like now! ...

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When Guy Ritchie Jiu-Jitsu sparring partner said he wanted to earn a blue belt ... this wasn't what he meant.Get a whiff of those skills.See Also Guy Ritchie -- Lock, Stock and One Black Eye Guy Gets Hugh's Syrupy Seconds ...

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Filed under: Wacky & Weird

It wasn't quite as bad as telling his audience to "go f**k" themselves" -- a la Will Ferrell in "Anchorman" -- but WNBC anchor DeMarco Morgan had his own embarrassing TelePrompter screw up this weekend in NYC. ...

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Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Movies, Full Throttle Fashion

Not content with just wearing a tacky gown to the Cannes premiere of Brad Pitt new film, someone named Hofit Golan felt the need to flash her anal floss to the photogs.In the chick's defense, it is the inglorious basterd's best side. ...

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Filed under: Wacky & Weird, Dirty Divorces

Here we go again ... Robin Wright and Sean Penn are back together, calling off their divorce for a second time.Sean filed legal separation papers back in April but requested to dismiss them this week, according to the NY Daily News. The first time ...

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Food Network star Paula Deen got dirty this morning on "Today" -- using her infamous spunk to get crunk!Anyone who's ever wanted to see her do some pelvic thrusts -- and haven't we all -- won't be disappointed.See Also Paula Deen: What's Fur ...

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With the help of a nice New York breeze and a thin maternity sundress, Sarah Michelle Gellar displayed the growing home of her mini Freddie Prinze Jr. Buffy's chosen one is due in the fall.See Also Sarah Michelle Gellar Wears Live Fur ...

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It looks like the only person who doesn't know Vince McMahon hates the owner of the Denver Nuggets is the owner of the Denver Nuggets -- and the proof is in an unreleased press release we just got our mitts on.Before a deal had been made regarding ...

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Hey, at least now he's admitting it.Spencer Pratt was out at Chinois with MMA fighter Kevin Casey -- the dude whose music video Pratt singlehandedly emasculated -- where he proved, once and for all, that he's a bigger poser than Avril Lavigne.See ...

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Filed under: Celebrity Justice, American Idol

The lady who allegedly choked Simon Cowell's ex, Terri Seymour has been charged with two misdemeanors -- battery and assault.The L.A. City Attorney has just charged Janice Thibodeaux with battery and assault for the alleged attack on Terri after the ...

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Terror alerts in Cannes were raised to vomit in my mouth, when Jean Claude Van Damme emerged on a balcony in a bikini brief and Paris Hilton attempted to suck the life out of that borefriend fella of hers.Although swine flu masks were issued, the ...

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