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Tuesday 6/29/10 BRET MICHAELS REALLY WANTS SIMON COWELL'S JOB: Bret Michaels wants to take Simon Cowell's place on American Idol. When asked about the possibility, Michaels told Parade.com, "We have a meeting in L.A. in a couple weeks and we're going to sit down and talk. They did a poll and I think it was Madonna, P. Diddy, Howard Stern and myself, and I took 50% or 60% of the vote and that's tremendous. I would love to be a judge on American Idol. I think I would bring a lot to the table." He explained, "I think if they have someone in there to try to imitate Simon, it would be a mistake; he's an original. Bring Bret Michaels in to be original to who and what I am. Bring someone who can bring a little grit, true grit back to the show."
ROB LOWE WRITING MEMOIR: Rob Lowe is the latest celebrity to pen his memoirs. The publisher Henry Holt and Co. confirmed that Lowe's book, Stories I Only Tell My Friends, will be released in May of 2011. It's described as "a mid-career meditation on his four decades as an actor."
LEO TO PLAY J. EDGAR HOOVER? Leonardo DiCaprio is in talks to play FBI director J. Edgar Hoover in an upcoming biopic. During a press conference for Inception, the actor revealed, "Yeah, I'm talking to Clint Eastwood about playing J. Edgar Hoover who had his hand in some of the most sort of scandalous events in American history. Everything from the Vietnam War and Dillinger to Martin Luther King and JFK. It's about the secret life of J. Edgar Hoover
Monday 6/28/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- JUNE 25-27
1. Toy Story 3, $59 million
2. Grown Ups, $41 million
3. Knight and Day, $20.5 million
4. The Karate Kid, $15.4 million
5. The A-Team, $6 million
'BATMAN 3' SCRIPT IS UNDERWAY: Filmmaker Christopher Nolan says he's hard at work on the script for Batman 3 -- the follow-up to 2008's The Dark Knight. According to MTV.com, he's aiming for a 2012 release.
REPORT: OKSANA GRIGORIEVA DENIES ALLEGATIONS OF BABY-SHAKING Camps for both Mel Gibson and his ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva are putting their spins on reports of strife in the former couple's relationship. TMZ.com reports that Grigorieva's people are shooting down alleged comments from Gibson's people that Oksana shook the baby girl fathered by the Oscar-winner. The entertainment website also quotes a source close to Oksana who says, "She tried to protect the baby during one of Gibson's violent episodes when he punched Oksana in the face two times, breaking her teeth and giving her a concussion."
According to TMZ.com, a family law court judge granted Grigorieva a domestic violence restraining order against Gibson last week. The order prohibits the actor from having any contact with her. Oksana's lawyers reportedly went to court last Monday in Los Angeles for an emergency hearing and told the judge that the "Lethal Weapon" star got violent with her in January. Three months later, reports surfaced in April that the couple had split after a year together. TMZ says Gibson also got a restraining order against Oksana, but only with respect to prohibiting her from releasing certain information. Lawyers for the actor reportedly got Oksana's restraining order modified so that Gibson could see their seven-month-old daughter.
Friday 6/25/10
BRAD PITT MAKING BP MOVIE? Is there a BP movie on the way, courtesy of Brad Pitt? The New York Daily News reports that the actor is interested in making a dramatic film about the BP Gulf Coast oil spill, which doesn't come as a surprise given his charity work in the region. Besides owning a home in New Orleans' French Quarter, Pitt's Make It Right Initiative helps communities there rebuild in the wake of Katrina
RECORD AUDIENCE WATCHES 'DEADLIEST' CATCH: A record number of people tuned in to the Discovery Channel on Tuesday (June 22nd) night to watch as the late Captain Phil Harris suffered a stroke on The Deadliest Catch. The episode had an audience of about 5.4 million people, 17 percent more than ever before.
SYLVESTER STALLONE IN TALKS TO PLAY JOHN GOTTI
Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone might soon be taking on the mob. TMZ.com is reporting that the "Rocky" star has been in serious talks with "Junior" John Gotti to make a movie about his father, the late John Gotti. Stallone would reportedly play the mob boss, who died while behind bars in 2002. The film would reportedly be based on "Junior's" recollections of his relationship with his father. Stallone is said to be looking for a screenwriter for the project.
ROB PATTISON SUPPOSEDLY RELATED TO DRACULA'S INSPIRATION
Rob Pattinson's success in the Twilight saga should come as no surprise -- since he's apparently related to a famous vampire! Researchers at Ancestry.co.uk revealed that the 24-year-old actor has ties to Vlad III Dracula, a.k.a. Vlad the Impaler, the Transylvanian leader widely thought to be the inspiration for the main character in Bram Stoker's legendary 1897 novel Dracula.Supposedly, the tie between Pattinson and Vlad comes from their common relationship to the British royal family. England's Prince William and Prince Harry are Pattinson's distant cousins and Vlad the Impaler was their distant uncle.
Thursday 6/24/10
WILL SANDRA BULLOCK TAKE JESSE JAMES BACK?
Could it be true? The National Enquirer claims Sandra Bullock is considering taking back her philandering husband Jesse James. Sources told the tabloid that Sandra has experienced a "dramatic change of heart" after the joy she's experienced from spending time in New Orleans with her newly adopted baby, Louis. Sandra and Jesse began adopting Louis together, but Sandra announced she'd be finalizing the papers as a single mom after they split.
The insider revealed, "She's stalling" on the divorce, adding, "I think she has forgiven Jesse." Sandra's rep, however, contends that the divorce "is on schedule." Bullock filed for divorce on April 23rd after Jesse's numerous affairs were revealed one by one in the tabloids.
REPORT: WOODS, NORDEGREN MEET WITH DIVORCE ATTORNEYS THIS WEEK A reconciliation between golf star Tiger Woods and his wife Elin Nordegren is looking less likely. RadarOnline.com reports that Woods and Nordegren met separately with their respective divorce lawyers this week. A source told the celebrity site that Nordegren met with her counsel at her rented house in Orlando, Florida on Monday and Tuesday. Woods had sessions with his legal team on the same days. The source said, quote, "They met with divorce attorneys at the same time, in different locations. The divorce is moving ahead."The couple has been in the headlines since last fall when Woods was involved in a single-car crash outside his Florida home. Following the crash, reports of the PGA champion's widespread infidelity surfaced. In a February 2010 press conference, Woods apologized for his, quote, "irresponsible and selfish behavior."
FORMER NEW YORK GOVERNOR TO HOST CNN SHOW
After leaving office amidst a call-girl scandal in 2008, former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer is returning to a high profile job. Variety.com reports that CNN has hired Spitzer to host a nightly as-yet-titled round table show. Spitzer will co-host the news and talk show with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Kathleen Parker in the 8 p.m. block once occupied by Campbell Brown. The program will launch in October of this year. At least one media pundit is weighing on Spitzer's new job. TV news industry writer Andrew Tyndall of "The Tyndall Report" observes of Spitzer, quote, "He's clearly smart, he's clearly articulate, and he's clearly directly-spoken. And he does have a scandal behind him, so he's got buzz. One of the big trials when you hire somebody new is that you've got to introduce him to the public."
Wednesday 6/23/10
JEREMY LONDON SAYS KIDNAPPING WAS 'A NIGHTMARE': Jeremy London is opening up about his bizarre kidnapping accident, insisting the weird tale "actually did happen." The actor, who claims he was abducted and forced to smoke drugs, told RadarOnline.com, "It's been an absolute nightmare. First of all, I want to say [the incident] actually did happen. It was one of the worst days of my life. I thought I was going to die. Thank God I made it out alive." He added, "I had a gun put to my head. I had my family threatened. We're working closely with the Palm Springs Police Department to get the rest of the guys. There's one guy in custody. There's two more out there." The suspect, Brandon Adams, 26, has already been charged with kidnapping, robbery, possession of stolen property, vehicle theft and carjacking.
GARY COLEMAN FILED A SECRET RESTRAINING ORDER AGAINST EX-WIFE
Legal documents show that late actor Gary Coleman had filed a restraining order against ex-wife Shannon Price just months before his death. According to RadarOnline.com, the papers state that Gary claimed Shannon moved back into their home without his consent while he was hospitalized. He also said that Shannon, "has shown a tendency to damage, destroy and steal my property and I believe she will continue to do so in my absence and while she is trespassing in my home." Gary also stated in the docs, "I believe if she is given any warning of this pending order to require her to immediately vacate the home, she will cause more damage and destroy more irreplaceable memorabilia, documents, personal papers and other such valuables."Gary was granted the restraining order on February 19th, 2010, but never served it to Shannon. Gary's former agent, Robert Malcolm said the actor's relationship with Shannon at the time he got the restraining order was very unhealthy. He said, "This time he knew he needed to break away so he made sure she was not allowed in his home, but then he had feelings for her even though she was abusive and so he allowed her back into his home."
KHLOE KARDASHIAN BUYS LAMAR ODOM $400,000 ROLLS ROYCE Khloe Kardashian gifted her NBA champion husband Lamar Odom with a Rolls Royce after last week's big Lakers win. Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner bragged to E! News about her 24-year-old daughter's lavish gift-giving, describing the car as "a brand new 2010 Rolls Royce . . . drop-top coupe, white on white. It was a Lakers championship present. Fabulous!" The price tag? $400,000.
Khloe responded to critics who accused her of buying the car with Lamar's money, tweeting, "People r so pathetic! Y would I give some1 a gift w/ their money? That's lame. I actually make my own money. Shocking I know. Stop hating!" She recently gushed about Lamar on her website, writing, "What a year this has been for Lamar!!!!! Cheering on my hubby from the stands and watching the Lakers win the NBA championship last night was one of the proudest moments of my life!!!"
Tuesday 6/22/10
LINDSAY LOHAN WILL REPORTEDLY POSE NUDE FOR PRINT ADS
Lindsay Lohan is getting naked. LAmag.com reported that the 23-year-old starlet will pose nude in print ads for her 6126 line of handbags. Richard Luna of The California Bag -- which licenses the 6126 totes -- told the site that Lohan will take off her clothes and roll around in a bed for a photo shoot in L.A. next month. When asked if her SCRAM bracelet would be featured, Luna responded, "We're thinking of having police on hand so we can remove the ankle bracelet for the pictures."
He added that if the device had to stay on, they could eventually airbrush it from the pics.
LINDSAY DEFENDS PORN STAR ROLE Lindsay Lohan is defending her role as porn star Linda Lovelace in the new movie Inferno. She told Australia's Sydney Morning Herald, "The way that Matthew (Wilder) wants to shoot it is not vulgar. It's not about the raw sex and the shots of her fully nude. It's more about getting into her psyche and seeing how scared she was. That's what I want to show most in the film." She added, "People are going to say: 'Oh, Lindsay Lohan is doing a porno.' But it's not like that. I've never played someone's true-life story before. A lot of the other movies I did were just brainless for me. So it's nice to play something where I'm able to experience all these different emotions."
CARROT TOP HOSPITALIZED? Carrot Top was reportedly hospitalized in Las Vegas on Sunday (June 20th) night. Sources told PerezHilton.com that he was released by Monday, but the reason for the hospitalization is unknown.
JUDGE WANTS ANNA NICOLE SMITH CASE RE-OPENED: The judge who presided over the 2007 battle for Anna Nicole Smith's remains is releasing a book, in which he says authorities should start a new investigation into the star's death. Although Larry Seidlin once promised to not "talk about this case ever again," he's since written The Killing of Anna Nicole Smith, in which he calls Smith's confidant Howard K. Stern an "enabler" who "should be punished." Seidlin believes the cases of both Smith's and her son Daniel's deaths should be reopened, noting that Stern had "a great amount of control over Anna Nicole by maintaining and reviewing her drug desires and addiction," and was around when Daniel died as well.
Monday 6/21/10
The box office results are as follows:
1. Toy Story 3, $109 million
2. The Karate Kid, $29 million
3. The A-Team, $13.8 million
4. Get Him to the Greek, $6.1 million
5. Shrek Forever After, $5.5 million
KING'S GULF COAST RELIEF TELETHON AIRS TONIGHT ON CNN
People who want to help Gulf Coast residents impacted by the BP oil spill can tune in tonight to "Larry King Live" on CNN. The special broadcast -- called "Disaster In The Gulf: How You Can Help" -- will raise money for the United Way, National Wildlife Federation, and the Nature Conservancy. King's getting help for the broadcast from famous friends like fellow media host Ryan Seacrest, actress Alyssa Milano, Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy, funny women Jenny McCarthy and Chelsea Handler. Other stars confirmed include pop phenomenon Justin Bieber, actress Cameron Diaz, "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson, musicians Lenny Kravitz, Tim McGraw, and Aaron Neville, fitness guru Richard Simmons, and actor Ian Somerhalder. Sting is also scheduled to appear as a musical guest. Larry King's "Disaster In The Gulf: How You Can Help" airs from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. Eastern tonight on CNN.
DESIGNER STELLA MCCARTNEY PREGNANT WITH FOURTH CHILD
Sir Paul McCartney is about to be a grandfather yet again. On the music legend's 68th last Friday came word that his daughter, designer Stella McCartney, is expecting her fourth child. "Vogue" magazine says the 38-year-old is due to give birth later this year. McCartney and husband already have two sons, ages five and two, and a three-year-old daughter. Stella said she was thinking about having another child back in February. She told the "Evening Standard," quote, "I'm kind of interested in having more children. Though right now I feel I've only just stopped having them, so I'm ready to have a bit of a break first."
Friday 6/18/10
BETTY WHITE SHOW DRAWS RECORD AUDIENCE: Betty White is good for TV Land. PerezHilton.com reports that White's new sitcom, Hot in Cleveland, drew 4.8 million viewers during its series premiere on Wednesday, making it TV Land's highest-rated and most-watched telecast ever.
DNA TEST PROVES TIGER WOODS IS NOT THE FATHER OF PORN STAR DEVON JAMES' SON
A DNA test has proven that Tiger Woods is not the father of porn star Devon James' nine-year-old son. TMZ.com reported that the test was performed back in 2002 as part of "an ongoing child support battle." The DNA tests excludes Tiger, and it established a reasonable certainty of who the child's real father is -- a man in Florida. James first surfaced in March with claims of a 2 1/2-year relationship with the girl-crazy golf star. James claimed that she first hooked up with Tiger when said she was invited to join in a threesome with a mystery man who turned out to be the golf star - and that he paid the two women $2,000 each for "dirty" sex. James is the second woman to claim that she had a secret child by Tiger. In December, Theresa Rogers said that she had Tiger's baby in 2004 and was given millions in hush money to keep the baby a secret.
WINFREY, FEY, SLASH AMONG THIS YEAR'S HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME HONOREES
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, "30 Rock" creator Tina Fey, and rocker Slash can plan on getting "walked on" in the near future. All three superstars made the list of personalities approved to get stars on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame released by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. Winfrey and Fey will be honored in the television category, Slash in the recording category. Other big names on the list include Penelope Cruz, Gwyenth Paltrow, director Ridley Scott, and others who will be honored in the motion picture category. Neil Patrick Harris, "Modern Family" patriarch Ed O'Neill, John Wells, and more are receiving television category stars. Recording category stars are going to The Go-Gos, country's Rascal Flatts, The Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am., and more. Joe Mantegna will get the sole star in the live performance/theater category. Honorees have up to five years from this week's announcement to schedule their respective unveiling ceremonies.
DICAPRIO TO PLAY J. EDGAR HOOVER ON BIG SCREEN Leonardo DiCaprio is slated to play one of history's dubious players in a new biopic. Deadline.com reports that the "Titanic" actor has signed on to play J. Edgar Hoover in a film to be directed by Clint Eastwood. The untitled-project is being described as a epic about the controversial former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigations. The film will reportedly hit theaters in 2012. DiCaprio was seen last in "Shutter Island." That film is now on video. Later this summer, the 35-year-old actor will star in director Chris Nolan's "Inception."
Thursday 6/17/10
HARRISON FORD, CALISTA FLOCKHART WED IN NEW MEXICO
Hollywood couple Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart have tied the knot. TMZ.com is reporting that the two were married on Tuesday during a ceremony in New Mexico. The state's Governor, Bill Richardson, reportedly performed the ceremony, which took place at the Governor's mansion in Santa Fe. Their marriage license was filed Wednesday in the County Clerk's Office. Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart have been together for nearly eight years, and got engaged in February of 2009. Ford is currently shooting the movie "Cowboys and Aliens" in New Mexico. The film is scheduled to arrive in theaters on July 29th, 2011. Flockhart stars on the ABC series "Brothers & Sisters."
ACTRESS BETTY WHITE'S AGENT DENIES NUDE PHOTOS EXIST
As it turns out, reported nude photos allegedly of actress Betty White and her late husband don't exist. That's according to her agent, Jeff Witjas, who is dismissing rumors to "ABC News." Witjas says, quote, "This is simply not her. This has come up over the years -- people claim they have photos of Betty and Allen, and it's simply not true." He adds, "And Betty's laughing. She can't believe people are still talking about this." Rumors that there were private nude photos of White and "Password" host Allen Ludden began early Wednesday morning on the website ZackTaylor.ca. The site claimed the photos came from a box found at White's old house. Witjas joked about how he'd love to see what else is reportedly in the box of lost White belongings. He says, quote, "Maybe there's some other stuff of Betty's. Maybe they found her old jewelry." Betty White co-stars in the new sitcom "Hot In Cleveland," which premiered last night on TV Land. Her co-stars include Wendie Malick, Jane Leeves, and Valerie Bertinelli.
BATTLE BREWS OVER HOPPER ESTATE
There's a battle over the estate of the late Dennis Hopper. TMZ.com reports that Victoria Hopper -- the woman whom the "Easy Rider" actor was divorcing at the time of his death last month -- is sparring with the actor's estate. Trustees for Hopper's estate are attempting to force Victoria and the couple's seven-year-old son Galen off his property. The share that Galen will receive of his deceased father's assets is also in question. Hopper amended his estate in March to reduce his son's share from 40 to 25-percent. California law is stringent on changes to an estate when they coincide with the dissolution of a marriage, however. Victoria also wants a portion of Hopper's assets, but his trustees feel she should get nothing. Victoria and Dennis Hopper were wed in 1996 and separated this past January. Dennis Hopper died on May 29, 2010 after a long battle with prostate cancer.
Wednesday 6/16/10
CAMERON DIAZ SAYS SHE AND ALEX RODRIGUEZ AREN'T TOGETHER: Cameron Diaz says that Yankees star Alex Rodriguez is not her boyfriend. Although they've been spotted on a series of dates in recent months, when asked if they were a couple Cameron said, "No, no, no. I've made a conscious decision not to be in a relationship for as long as I want. . I want to have a relationship with myself right now."
ANOTHER 'OZ' MOVIE ON THE WAY: The Wizard of Oz is back in style. In addition to an upcoming 3-D animated feature starring Lea Michele, Deadline.com reports that a prequel will soon hit theaters starring Robert Downey Jr. The latter will be a prequel.
CHARLIE SHEEN'S CAR DRIVEN OFF A CLIFF AGAIN In a bizarre incident, Charlie Sheen's car was stolen and driven off a cliff Tuesday morning -- for the second time in five months. RadarOnline.com reports that Sheen's Mercedes was found with its engine running on the side of the road on Mulholland Drive in Beverly Hills -- less than a mile from where his SUV was crashed four months ago.
The actor didn't even realize that his car was gone until police showed up at his house. An officer told Usmagazine.com that the investigation is ongoing, noting that the vehicle is currently impounded for finger printing. Sheen, who lives in a gated community, reportedly left his keys inside the vehicle on Monday night. Detectives plan to review surveillance tape at the guarded entrance for clues on who was driving the car. The first heist was never caught on tape, and no suspects were caught.
RUMOR: BETTY WHITE SEX PHOTOS MIGHT GO ON SALE Betty White has reached the pinnacle of celebrity: X-rated photo rumors. According to ZackTaylor.ca, someone is considering selling photos of the 88-year-old star and her late husband Allen Ludden having sex.
According to the website, the pictures were retrieved along with other memorabilia left behind at a home White once owned.Supposedly, the people in possession of the rumored snaps are deciding whether to cash in given White's recent popularity.
Tuesday 6/15/10
TIGER WOODS HAS A SECRET LOVE CHILD?
Does Tiger Woods have a secret love child? According to The Sun, sources behind a new documentary about the golf star's numerous affairs alleges that he fathered a child with one of his mistresses.
A journalist who helped Tiger hide most of his affairs has come forward to give a detailed account of his relationship with a woman who would later give birth to his child. The journalist also has DNA evidence to prove that Tiger is the father.
The woman, Theresa Rogers reportedly gave birth to a daughter in 2003 and demanded almost $3 million dollars to keep silent -- which she was supposedly given.
CAST AND CREW 'DEVASTATED' AFTER 'HARRY POTTER' FILMING WRAPPED
It's a wrap! Daniel Radcliffe confirmed that shooting on the final installment of the Harry Potter saga has been completed.
He told the Associated Press on Sunday (June 13th), "Everyone was really devastated. It was really, really sad. We're crying quite a lot." Radcliffe recently commented on the life-changing role of Harry, saying, "Everything [about the films] is so linked to my life. At the same time, it is exciting. It is the end."Even though the experience is over for the actors, fans have plenty to look forward to as Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows will be released in two parts. The first installment is due out in November.
'AMERICAN IDOL' MUSICIANS SUE PRODUCERS
The musicians in the American Idol band are suing the show, claiming that producers have been selling downloads and ringtones of songs from the show without paying them. The New York Post reports that the American Federation of Musicians filed a lawsuit on behalf of the band members, alleging that they are not being paid in line with their contract.
They are reportedly seeking $500,000 in damages. According to the suit, the show has been selling downloads of performances by contestants since Season 4 and some of the songs were turned into ringtones for cell phones and sold separately. The downloads are big sellers and often top the Billboard charts in the weeks they come out. American Idol bandleader Ricky Minor left the show last month after nine seasons to take over as the bandleader on The Tonight Show. His replacement has not yet been named.
Monday 6/14/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- JUNE 11-13
1. The Karate Kid, $56 million
2. The A-Team, $26 million
3. Shrek Forever After, $15.8 million
4. Get Him to the Greek, $10.1 million
5. Killers, $8.2 million
JENNY MCCARTHY HAS DEVELOPMENT DEAL WITH OPRAH: Jenny McCarthy is working with Oprah. Although the New York Post reported that the former model might be "taking over" for Oprah, a rep for Winfrey's Harpo Productions clarified, "We do not have anyone taking over for Oprah. We do have a development deal with Jenny McCarthy. We are exploring possibilities across a number of platforms." Winfrey is ending her syndicated talk show next year to launch her OWN network.
SCARLETT JOHANSSON AND DENZEL WASHINGTON AMONG TONY WINNERS
Scarlett Johansson was among the winners at the Tony Awards on Sunday (June 13th) night, taking home the trophy for best performance by a featured actress in a play for her Broadway debut in Arthur Miller's A View From a Bridge. Fellow Hollywood heavyweights Denzel Washington and Viola Davis were also honored, both for their roles in Fences, a revival of August Wilson's personal drama about family. Catherine Zeta-Jones was another one of the night's big winners, having been honored as the best performance by a leading actress in a musical for her role in A Little Night Music. She thanked husband Michael Douglas, whom she called "a movie star, and I get to sleep with him every night."
NEW GARY COLEMAN WILL LEAVES ENTIRE ESTATE TO MYSTERY WOMAN Reports say that a new will has surfaced in which Gary Coleman leaves his entire estate to a mystery woman. According to Entertainment Tonight, the new will, which was executed in 2005, was filed on Friday (June 11th) in Utah. The 23-page document states that Coleman leaves everything to a woman named Anna Gray.
According to Coleman's agent, Robert Malcolm, the actor met Gray in 1997 and after becoming friends, they decided to live together in his Los Angeles home. The two were just friends and had separate bedrooms. They lived together until 2005 when Coleman met Shannon Price, whom he wed in 2007.Malcolm said, "When Shannon moved in, the relationship got difficult because Shannon didn't like the fact that there was somebody else in his life." Malcolm told continued, "And, of course, he sided with [Shannon], and Anna was asked to leave." Coleman's ex-wife Shannon Price is not named in the new will and neither are his estranged parents.
Friday 6/11/10
DONALD TRUMP INVITES LINDSAY LOHAN TO BE ON "CELEBRITY APPRENTICE"
Could Lindsay Lohan be the next "Celebrity Apprentice?" The actress' mother, Dina Lohan, tells People.com that Lindsay has been offered a role on the NBC reality competition. Dina says, quote, "Donald [Trump] approached Lindsay about being on 'Celebrity Apprentice,' so we'll see where it goes. I think it's a great idea for her, but Lindsay has two movies coming up, so I don't know if Lindsay has time." Her film with Robert DeNiro, "Machete," is slated for a September opening, while shooting is coming up for her Linda Lovelace biopic, "Inferno." Lohan, who is wearing an alcohol-monitoring SCRAM bracelet as part of a probationary sentence for a DUI conviction, is unable to leave Los Angeles at the moment. Under the terms of her probation, she must submit to random drug testing once a week at a local center. Dina Lohan adds that Trump is a "very good friend" of her family and has been their supporter for years. She says, quote, "He's a great dad, and he would do anything to help us."
"TWILIGHT" FINALE TO BE BROKEN INTO TWO FILMS
The final chapter in "The Twilight Saga" will arrive as two separate films. Summit Entertainment, the production company behind the teen vampire romance franchise announced on Thursday that "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn" will be a two-part production with staggered release dates. The first of the two films will hit the big screen on November 18th, 2011. According to TheWrap.com, Summit has yet to provide a specific release date for the second film.
DAVID HASSELHOFF GETTING ROASTED: David Hasselhoff is getting roasted. The scandal-plagued former Baywatch star is the latest celeb that Comedy Central will take aim at in their periodic special. Hoff responded to the news with a statement that read, "I'm honored that Comedy Central is going to get 'Hoff' on me. I have always been a major fan of Roasts. Bring it on! I'm ready to take the heat."
ANGELINA JOLIE TO PLAY CLEOPATRA? Angelina Jolie will reportedly play the title role in an upcoming movie about Cleopatra. The new version of the Queen of the Nile's story is being based on a just-published biography, Cleopatra: A Life, by Stacy Schiff, who says of Angelina: "physically, she's perfect" for the role. Producer Scott Rudin told USA Today the movie is "being developed for and with Jolie."
Thursday 6/10/10
IS THERE A NEW NBC LATE NIGHT CRISIS?
There might be another late night crisis over at NBC. The New York Post reports that NBC executives are worried about Late Night with Jimmy Fallon after its ratings dropped 20 percent over the past year. Recent figures show that Jimmy's ratings have dropped to 1.63 million viewers and he's routinely been beaten by Jimmy Kimmel at ABC and CBS's Craig Ferguson, whose May 2010 ratings were 1.72 million and 1.7 million, respectively.The Post claims that NBC is hoping to boost Fallon's numbers by booking popular network talent like Brian Williams, Rachel Maddow and Meredith Vieira.
FANS WEAR KHLOE KARDASHIAN MASKS AT CELTICS-LAKERS GAME Looks are deceiving. Khloe Kardashian was not at the Laker-Celtics game in Boston Tuesday (June 8th) night -- just thousands of fans wearing masks of her face. Tauntr.com passed out 5,000 Khloe Kardashian masks outside of the venue before Game 3 in the hopes of distracting her husband, Lakers player Lamar Odom.
Sadly (for Boston fans), their efforts were unsuccessful as Lamar had a great game and the Lakers went on to win the game, 91-84. The mask tactic is not new; hecklers once sported Jessica Simpson faces at a Dallas Cowboys game, hoping to rattle her then-boyfriend, Tony Romo.
COSTNER TESTIFIES IN OIL HEARING BEFORE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Kevin Costner headlined an oil spill hearing at the U.S. House Of Representatives on Wednesday. "The New York Times" reports that the "Bull Durham" star asserted that an oil-water separator that he's developed could remove oil from 200 gallons of polluted water in just one minute. The Oscar-winning filmmaker and his scientist brother are partners in a company called Ocean Therapy Solutions. The Costners claim their company has developed an oil separating device that may come in handy in the BP oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Wednesday's hearing of the House Science and Technology Committee is one of several oil spill hearings in Congress. Costner has reportedly invested 20-million dollars of his own money into the new oil separating technology.
Wednesday 6/9/10
MTV MOVIE AWARD RATINGS FALL: Ratings for Sunday night's MTV Movie Awards were down 13 percent from last year. Reuters reported that the ceremony averaged 4.6 million viewers, down from 5.3 million for last year's installment -- which was the show's biggest audience since 2004.
PAULA ABDUL REPORTEDLY PRESENTING AT TONYS: Paula Abdul will be a presenter at this Sunday's Tony Awards. EOnline.com reported that the former American Idol judge will appear on stage by herself to give out the award for best choreography. The Tonys will air on CBS -- the home of Paula's upcoming dance competition show.
JERRY SEINFELD MAKING BANK FROM 'SEINFELD' RERUNS: Jerry Seinfeld probably wouldn't care too much if The Marriage Ref ever gets canceled. PerezHilton.com reports that Seinfeld has made $2.7 billion dollars in syndication. Those billions mark only what the show has made since it's been off the air -- it's not even counting its successful NBC run! Jerry Seinfeld and co-creator Larry David have an undisclosed ownership stake in the show.
IS CHARLIE SHEEN'S PLEA DEAL COMPLETELY DERAILED?
The original plea deal Charlie Sheen had agreed to might not happen. TMZ.com reports that the deal was called off because Beverly Campbell, the Jail Administrative Officer, was adamantly opposed to giving Charlie work release.
Campbell supposedly felt Charlie was only eligible for "Useful Public Service" -- UPS. Under UPS, Charlie would not be allowed to smoke or eat outside the jail, and his hours of freedom would be more limited than work release.TMZ claims that Sheriff Bob Braudis refused to order Campbell to approve work release for Charlie, even though multiple sources say Braudis had already approved a signed plea deal between the prosecutor and Sheen. Now, the website claims, Braudis has decided that Beverly will make the ultimate decision. Charlie's lawyer, Yale Galanter, told TMZ, "People should always honor their agreement, no matter what the circumstances."
Tuesday 6/8/10
KATE GOSSELIN DRAWS BIG RATINGS: Kate Gosselin's Sunday night TLC specials drew huge ratings. PerezHilton.com reports that the night's first episode, which focused on the Gosselin kids, brought in 3.4 million viewers. The second, Inside Kate's World, brought in 3 million. The site noted that the shows earned double-digit ratings and delivery gains over the November 2009 airings of Jon and Kate Plus 8.
SIMON COWELL LAUNCHING 'WORLD'S GOT TALENT'? Simon Cowell reportedly wants to put together a "World's Got Talent" show next year with the winners of 20 competitions from around the globe. Britain's The Sun reports that Cowell and Piers Morgan would be among the judges. If true, the idea is surprising since Cowell thought a similarly-staged competition, World Idol, back in 2004 was a mistake. At the time he said, "I didn't see the point. You're making 10 winners losers."
KENDRA WILKINSON CALLS SEX TAPE RELEASE 'EMBARRASSING'
In case anyone forgot that a Kendra Wilkinson sex tape was released last month, she's reminding you in a new interview -- in which she discusses how "embarrassing" the situation is. The reality star/new mom, who made the tape at age 18 with an ex-boyfriend, told Ryan Seacrest, "It's extremely embarrassing. I am a very open person, I am very honest about my life, but a sex tape was definitely not what I wanted in my life." She choked up, explaining, "It just had to come out now when I finally cleaned up my life. It wasn't for anybody else's eyes to see except for ours." RadarOnline.com previously reported that Kendra once tried to sell the tape herself, but that was never confirmed. The site also reported that Kendra is getting a large share of the profits from the tape. The interview airs on E! tonight at 7 p.m.
Monday 6/7/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- JUNE 4-6
1. Shrek Forever After, $25.3 million
2. Get Him to the Greek, $17.4 million
3. Killers, $16.1 million
4. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, $13.9 million
5. Sex and the City 2, $12.7 million
CHARLIE SHEEN PLEA DEAL ALLOWS WORK RELEASE Charlie Sheen will reportedly get a lucky break when it comes to his expected plea deal. TMZ.com reports that the actor is eligible for work release while he serves his 30-day sentence for third degree misdemeanor assault, which is expected to begin today after he enters the plea. Not only will he be allowed to leave jail during the day -- he'll reportedly be working in a theater coaching actors. TMZ reports that Charlie will work at the Theatre Aspen, a renowned professional theater, where in addition to coaching, he'll help in the fundraising department and perform various other tasks. Although it is work release, the website claims that Charlie will not accept a salary. The terms of work release state that Charlie will still be considered an inmate at the jail. He will be free to leave jail at 8 AM for work every day but he must return by 8 PM.
Sheen will be in an Aspen court this afternoon, where it's expected the plea bargain and work release plan will be formally submitted to the judge.
DENISE AND RICHIE BACK TOGETHER? Denise Richards has reportedly rekindled her relationship with rocker Richie Sambora. The National Enquirer claims that the former couple, who dated in 2006 following the breakdown of their marriages to actors Charlie Sheen and Heather Locklear, recently started seeing each other again but are keeping their relationship under wraps. A source told the tabloid, "Denise and Richie never really stopped loving each other."
'SNOW WHITE' REMAKE IN THE WORKS? Brett Ratner is reportedly making a 3D version of Snow White. PerezHilton.com reports that the project is "a darker, more violent, dirty and edgier version of the story so many Disney generations have grown up with." Perez added that the actual concept for the story is being kept under wraps, but some significant changes to the story will include switching the dwarves out for robbers and adding a dragon.
SANDRA BULLOCK-SCARLETT JOHANSSON SMOOCH STEALS THE SHOW
The dominance of The Twilight Saga's New Moon at the MTV Movie Awards hardly came as a surprise. In addition to best movie, stars Kristen Stewart and Rob Pattinson took home individual performance honors -- as well as another golden popcorn for best kiss. Sandra Bullock didn't disappoint as the night's most anticipated guest. After accepting the Generation award, Bullock and presenter Scarlett Johansson locked lips. Once the kiss ended, Sandra pleaded with fans, "Now that we have done that, can we please go back to normal?"
Friday 6/4/10
HOLLYWOOD MOURNS RUE MCCLANAHAN
Rue McClanahan died early Thursday (June 3rd) morning at the age of 76. The Golden Girls star passed away after suffering a massive stroke -- just a year after the death of her former co-star Bea Arthur, and two years after Estelle Getty died. Betty White, the last living principal cast member, is devastated to have lost her friend. She released a statement on Thursday that read, "Rue was a close and dear friend. I treasure our relationship. It hurts more than I ever thought it would, if that's even possible."McClanahan, who played Blanche Devereaux on the popular '80s sitcom, had suffered a minor stroke earlier this year while recovering from bypass surgery. McClanahan began acting in 1957 and hit Broadway in 1969. After that break, she worked on TV doing soap operas until she was cast in Bea Arthur's Maude. She remains best known for Golden Girls. Rue had six husbands over the course of her life. She married actor Morrow Wilson in 1997 and he survives her along with a son, Mark Bish, from her first marriage.
LIZA MINNELLI WON'T DO 'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE': Liza Minnelli will not be a VH1 star anytime soon. A rep for the star shot down reports that she was joining the cast of Celebrity Rehab. Her rep said, "Liza Minnelli, who is beginning a national tour in St. Louis on June 5, is not now, nor will ever be, on Celebrity Rehab." It was reported that Liza was offered $500,000 to join the reality show.
JENNIFER ANISTON 'SCREAM' REPORTS ARE FALSE: Contrary to rumors, Jennifer Aniston won't be appearing in the upcoming Scream 4. Although it was recently reported that Aniston would play a woman killed off in the opening sequence of the slasher as a "favor" to pal Courteney Cox, a studio rep denied the casting. A rep for the Weinstein Company, which is producing the film, told UsMagazine.com that the report is "not true."
Thursday 6/3/10
IS LIZA MINNELLI JOINING 'CELEBRITY REHAB'?
Celebrity Rehab reportedly has its sights set on Liza Minnelli. TMZ.com reports that the production, which was postponed due to a lack of star power, is negotiating with Minnelli to join the show.
The website reports that the parties have been in talks, but no deal has been struck. Supposedly a salary "in the $500,000 universe" is being discussed. In 2004, she said that she went back into rehab for alcohol addiction.
DENNIS HOPPER LAID TO REST: Dennis Hopper was laid to rest on Wednesday in New Mexico. RadarOnline.com reports that Hopper's Easy Rider co-star Jack Nicholson and his True Romance co-star Val Kilmer were present at the memorial, which was held at the historic San Francisco de Asis Church. Dennis died on May 29th at the age of 74 after a battle with prostate cancer.
GARY COLEMAN'S 911 CALL Gossip sites have obtained the 911 call made by Gary Coleman's wife when he fatally fell last week at his home in Utah. According to TMZ.com, on the call, you can hear Gary's wife, Shannon Price say, "I'm gagging. I've got blood on myself. I can't deal."During the call, Gary's wife tells the dispatcher that there's "blood everywhere," and that she doesn't know what happened. Gary is conscious during the call, but Shannon says he's "like, not with it" and tries to repeatedly tell him to put pressure on a cut on the back off his head, but he's too out of it to follow her instructions.Shannon also told the dispatcher that she didn't drive Gary to the hospital because she was sick and afraid she'd have seizure.
Reports say that Gary Coleman and Shannon Price were indeed divorced at the time of his death. According to TMZ.com, the couple got divorced in 2008 due to irreconcilable differences after being married for a year. This now raises questions on Shannon's authority to pull the late actor off of life support. Gary died on Friday (May 28th) after suffering an intercranial hemorrhage. He was 42 years old.
JENNIFER ANISTON JOINING COURTENEY COX IN 'SCREAM 4'?
Jennifer Aniston, horror film star? Star magazine claims that the actress, best known lately for her romantic comedies, will be joining her BFF Courteney Cox in the upcoming Scream 4. The magazine claims that Aniston will play a woman who is killed off in the opening sequence -- a trademark of the franchise -- as a favor to Cox, who has appeared in all of the Scream films. Jen's role is likened to Drew Barrymore's part in the first film. An insider told Star, "Scream has always been an important part of Courteney's life, and she wanted Jennifer to be a part of the production." Courteney, her husband David Arquette and Neve Campbell will all reprise their roles in the next installment, which is scheduled to hit theaters next year.
Wednesday 6/2/10
REPORT: CHARLIE SHEEN TO BEGIN SERVING JAIL TIME NEXT WEEK
It's looking like Charlie Sheen is most definitely jail-bound. According to TMZ.com, it's a definite that the actor will plead no contest to misdemeanor assault in court next week and serve 30 days in jail. The felony battery charge against him will then be dismissed. TMZ added that after entering the plea on June 7th, Sheen will immediately begin serving time. The site noted that although Charlie's sentence will be 30 days, with good time credit it will be shortened to 17 -- two of which will be "minimal."Charlie will also be required to complete 36 hours of anger management before Monday's hearing. Supposedly, he's already completed all but ten hours.
AL AND TIPPER GORE SEPARATING Former Vice President and Oscar-winner Al Gore is on his way to being a bachelor. Gore and his wife Tipper have announced that they are parting ways after four decades of marriage. Politico.com reports that the power couple dispatched an e-mail announcement that read, quote, "we are announcing today that after a great deal of thought and discussion, we have decided to separate." The Gores also said their decision is a mutual one. After losing the disputed presidential election of 2000, Al Gore went on to win a Nobel Peace Prize for his work on global climate change. He earned his Oscar in 2007 for co-producing the feature-length documentary, "An Inconvenient Truth," and won fans by making fun of himself on "Saturday Night Live" after his presidential defeat. Tipper made both fans and foes for her participation with the Parents Music Resource Center and for her vocal support for labeling music with mature content, such as strong language. Married in 1970, Al and Tipper Gore have four children together.
TED KOPPEL'S SON FOUND DEAD AFTER DAY OF DRINKING: Former ABC News anchor Ted Koppel's 40-year-old son Andrew was found dead in an upper Manhattan apartment early Monday (May 31st) after spending Sunday drinking with a man he'd just met. Andrew Koppel met Russell Wimberly in a Manhattan bar and bar hopped with him all day before they returned to an apartment owned by a friend of Wimberly, Belinda Caban. Wimberly and Caban put the visibly drunk Koppel in a bedroom to sleep it off, where they found him dead several hours later. Police said the cause of death hadn't yet been determined, but there was no evidence of a crime. Ted Koppel and his wife issued a brief statement in which they said, "Our son, Andrew, was a brilliant, caring man, whose loss we will mourn for the rest of our lives." Andrew Koppel lived in Queens with his girlfriend and daughter. He resigned from his job as attorney for the city Housing Authority's civil litigation division in 2008.
Friday 5/28/10
VH1 TO PREVIEW NEW MICHAELS DOCUMENTARY SERIES ON MONDAY Bret Michaels is returning to the airwaves -- yet again. VH1.com has announced that it will air a preview of Michaels' new reality show on the Memorial Day holiday on Monday. The upcoming series -- called "Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It" -- promises to introduce fans to the Poison frontman's personal life following a string of health scares that included an emergency appendectomy and a life-threatening brain hemorrhage. "Life As I Know It" will feature scenes from Bret's Arizona home and moments with his two daughters -- Raine and Jorje. It's a departure from how the cable network has portrayed the 47-year-old rocker on its "Rock Of Love" series, which played more like an edgy version of ABC's "The Bachelor." The half-hour preview of "Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It" will air on VH1 this Monday, May 31st at 10:00 p.m. Eastern.
ACTOR GARY COLEMAN HOSPITALIZED IN UTAH
Gary Coleman is reportedly in critical condition in a Utah hospital. E! Online reports that the "Diff'rent Strokes" star entered the Intensive Care Unit at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo on Wednesday a little after noon local time. Coleman's brother-in-law told TMZ.com that the 42-year-old actor suffered a fall and sustained a head injury in the process. Coleman's hospitalization follows two reported seizures since the beginning of the year. Coleman's health scares date back to his birth. The actor has a congenital kidney disease that halted his early growth.
SHOW ANGERING JERSEY SHORE RESIDENTS
Jersey Shore residents are "infuriated" at the impact the show is having on their town. A Seaside Heights resident told the New York Daily News, "There are going to be sections of the beaches blocked off, bars closed down and restaurants reserved for the cast. A lot of people have been coming to vacation here for years. They want to relax and get away, not be front row to a reality-TV disaster." The insider added, "There's a fear that their newfound fame, mixed with the backlash from the locals, could cause some friction. That will create good drama for the show, but the last thing that MTV wants is trouble."
Thursday 5/27/09
JESSE'S FORMER STEPMOM DENIES ABUSE
Jesse James's former stepmom claims Jesse's allegation that his dad abused him "is a bunch of crap." Jesse said during his interview with Nightline that his dad broke his arm when he was seven-years-old, but Janina James Coan, who was involved with Jesse's dad since Jesse was six, said that Jesse's childhood injuries were due to his involvement in motocross. She told TMZ.com, "Larry was the most caring father, the kindest father who would do anything for anybody. He loved Jesse to death and would brag about him all the time."
TV ICON ART LINKLETTER PASSES AWAY AT 97
TV legend Art Linkletter has died. Linkletter, best known for his work on the shows "House Party," "People Are Funny" and "Kids Say The Darndest Things," died Wednesday at his home in Bel-Air, California. He was 97. Linkletter was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan in Canada on July 17, 1912. He later migrated to the United States where he graduated from San Diego State University. Linkletter's "House Party" series ran on CBS radio and television for 25 years. His "People Are Funny" series was also longrunning, logging 19 years on NBC radio and television. Linkletter also had one of the most enduring marriages in Hollywood. He and wife Lois Foerster married in 1935 and remained together until his death on Wednesday. The couple had five children, two of whom preceded Linkletter in death. The Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce says flowers will be placed at Art Linkletter's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in his memory.
COWELL SAYS THE SHOW WILL GO ON AS HE LEAVES "IDOL"
Lee DeWyze was named the winner of the ninth season of Fox's "American Idol," but "Idol's" Wednesday night finale had another high point -- its farewell to Cowell. Using his last minutes on the show to display humility, the British music executive-turned-talent show judge said his replacement was less important to the future of the show than the viewers' input and votes. In one of the night's most cheered-on moments, former "Idol" judge Paula Abdul took the stage. Abdul said a few words about her own departure prior to the launch of the ninth season and about her affection for Cowell, her one-time "sparring partner" at the judges' table. Cowell returned the affection to the "Straight Up" singer and choreographer with whom he shared the airwaves for eight wildly-successful "Idol" seasons.
ELLEN DEGENERES LAUNCHING RECORD LABEL
Ellen DeGeneres has launched her own record label and her first signing is YouTube sensation Greyson Chance. The 12-year-old singer shot to fame after his cover of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi" was posted online, and first appeared on Ellen's show earlier this month to discuss his insta-fame. With Greyson on hand, Ellen announced on Wednesday (May 26th),
Ellen says she'll continue to use the show as a platform to find new artists for the label, which she set up in collaboration with Telepictures Productions. Guy Oseary, Madonna's manager, and Troy Carter, Lady Gaga's manager, have signed on to co-manage Greyson.
Wednesday 5/26/10
MEGAN FOX FIRED OVER WEIGHT? Did Megan Fox get fired from Transformers because she's too skinny? According to London's The Sun, Michael Bay cut the 24-year-old from the franchise because, "He thinks she has lost too much weight and looks too frail. He wanted her to put on some weight." A source added, "The crew doesn't think she looks well, let alone the wholesome, curvy star they cast in the first film."
TINA FEY RECEIVING MARK TWAIN HUMOR PRIZE: Tina Fey is being awarded the nation's top humor prize this year from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Associated Press confirmed that Fey has won the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, joining past recipients like Bill Cosby, Steve Martin and Lily Tomlin. Fey, who just turned 40, will be the youngest honoree. She reacted to the news by saying, "I am truly thrilled to receive this honor. I assume Betty White was disqualified for steroid use." The prize will be awarded November 9th in Washington D.C.
ANGELINA JOLIE AS A WICKED WITCH? There's some speculation that a remake of The Wizard Of Oz could be in the works. A leading casting director tells PopEater.com that Angelina Jolie would be perfect for the role of "Wicked Witch of the West." The Academy Award-winning insider says, "Angelina as the Wicked Witch would be perfect casting. She is not only the biggest movie star in the world, but Angie is also a brilliant actress who isn't afraid to play someone evil."
Tuesday 5/25/10
BRET MICHAELS HAVING HEART SURGERY
Bret Michaels will undergo heart surgery this fall. The Celebrity Apprentice winner told Access Hollywood that the recently discovered hole in his heart will be repaired after he is free and clear of the current medicines he's on to keep his body functioning following his recent health scares.
He told the show, " They have to let everything clear out and then they'll go in and do the operation in my heart and then I'm gonna be great. I don't have any other options except to think that it's gonna be great, it's gonna be a smooth operation and I'm gonna feel awesome."
KENDRA WILKINSON MAKING BANK OFF SEX TAPE: Although Kendra Wilkinson publicly protested the release of a sex tape, RadarOnline.com reports that she cut a lucrative deal with Vivid Entertainment and will be receiving her first check -- for $680,000 -- later this week. Radar also noted that Kendra's ex-boyfriend sold as many as 20 tapes featuring the reality star, and she stands to receive up to 50 percent of sales. Wilkinson dated Justin Frye for nearly five years, through high school and the time she worked as a stripper. The website claims their relationship quickly dissolved after she moved to the Playboy mansion and became part of The Girls Next Door.
LINDSAY LOHAN FITTED WITH ALCOHOL-MONITORING BRACELET
Lindsay Lohan was fitted with an alcohol-monitoring device after her court hearing Monday (May 24th) morning. In order to remain free on bail, Lohan must completely abstain from drinking alcohol and will be subjected to weekly random drug testing. Lohan's attorney tried to get the 23-year-old some leniency, but the judge shot her down. Shawn Chapman Holley said that Lindsay has "an upcoming number of photo shoots" and was due to begin filming in Texas for an upcoming movie role and asked that in lieu of the ankle bracelet, Lohan be subject to random alcohol testing as well since the device would interfere with filming. The judge flatly refused. Lindsay only spoke during the hearing to say "Yes, your honor" when asked if she understood the conditions. The judge also warned Lohan that a missed drug test "is the same as a dirty test" and ordered her to continue attending alcohol education courses once a week.
Monday 5/24/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MAY 21-23
1. Shrek Forever After, $71.3 million
2. Iron Man 2, $26.6 million
3. Robin Hood, $18.7 million
4. Letters to Juliet, $9.1 million
5. Just Wright, $4.2 million
BRET MICHAELS WINS 'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE'
Bret Michaels is the Celebrity Apprentice. Before announcing his decision on Sunday night, Donald Trump said to Bret and fellow finalist Holly Robinson Peete, "Holly, I have to tell you, we all love you. And Brett, I have to tell you -- you're hired."
Despite his recent health traumas, Bret appeared live at the finale, where he walked "haltingly" and with a slight limp.
Trump flat-out asked the 47-year-old rock star if he was risking his life by coming on the finale against his doctors' advice, to which Michaels replied, "Lately it seems like me just standing me up is risking my life," adding that it was worth the risk and he "came to win."
TIGER SPOTTED WITH NEW WOMAN -- THAT LOOKS JUST LIKE ELIN!
Troubled golf star, Tiger Woods has been spotted with a new woman -- who reportedly looks like his soon-to-be-ex wife, Elin Nordegren. According to RadarOnline.com, he was spotted last week with a blonde on the golf course at his gated community. An eyewitness told the site, "Tiger was on the golf course the other day, hitting balls. He was with a very pretty blonde who looked a lot like Elin. She was sitting in the golf cart while he was playing."The witness added, "They were very comfortable with each other, relaxed. It didn't look like the kind of scene you would see if Tiger and Elin were still living together and happy, that's for sure."
MICHAEL MADSEN REPORTEDLY RECOVERING FROM ALCOHOL BINGE: Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen was reportedly hospitalized recently in Britain after a nine-day alcohol binge. The Sun reports that while working on his latest movie, Madsen drank two bottles of wine for breakfast, before "embarking on a mammoth boozing and pill-taking session." After staff found him unconscious at the entrance of the hotel, he was taken to the hospital where medics reportedly registered him as a "high-risk" patient and placed him under suicide watch. It is believed Madsen was released from hospital last week and returned home on Friday.
Friday 5/21/10
IS GEORGE LOPEZ A CHEATER TOO? Uh oh. George Lopez might be the latest celebrity caught in a cheating scandal. The National Enquirer claims that George Lopez had sex with a professional escort. The escort named "Tiffany" told the tabloid that she and Lopez had sex -- and he tried to set up a threesome with her and a friend.
JAMES CAMERON SUED: An author is suing James Cameron, claiming the filmmaker stole his idea for Avatar. Kelly Van alleges Cameron based the movie, which became the world's highest-grossing film earlier this year, on his online book Sheila the Warrior: The Damned? Fox spokesperson Chris Petrikin slammed the lawsuit, saying in a statement, "It's absolutely baseless. Jim Cameron's treatment for Avatar was written before Ms. Van alleges she even started to write her book."
REPORT: MICHAELS HOSPITALIZED FOR "WARNING STROKE"
Bret Michaels is weathering more medical issues. According to People.com the 47-year-old rocker experienced a "warning stroke" and was hospitalized in Phoenix, Arizona this week after tests revealed a hole in his heart. Doctors said they did not believe that the setbacks were linked to Michaels' brain hemorrhage on April 22nd. The latest health scare is reportedly treatable. In a statement on Michaels' website, his physician -- Dr. Joseph Zambraski -- reiterated that Michaels is committed to making a 100 percent recovery. Dr. Zambraski added, quote, "However, Bret's brain and body are not quite 100 percent yet, especially with the hole found in his heart." Michaels had said publicly he hoped to attend the finale of NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice" on Sunday, May 23rd. Thursday's hospitalization has led his medical team to question the possible appearance.
'TEEN WOLF' COMING TO MTV: MTV is developing a new series based on Teen Wolf, the 1985 Michael J. Fox movie. The Hollywood Reporter announced that Tyler Posey will star as a high school student who gets superpowers, including the ability to woo girls, after a wolf attack. The network is supposedly hoping to capitalize on the vampire craze with a different kind of supernatural hero.
Thursday 5/20/10
'TRANSFORMERS' DROPS MEGAN FOX: Megan Fox has been dropped from the Transformers franchise. A rep for Paramount confirmed that Fox won't be reprising her role as Mikaela Banes for a third time. Deadline.com reports that Michael Bay is working on a new script and "giving Shia a new love interest [that] makes more sense for the story." However, it was well known that Bay and Fox had troubles last time around. The two have been dissing each other back in forth in the media since last year, mostly trashing the others' intelligence and artistic talent.
DREW BARRYMORE DIRECTING 'OZ' SEQUEL: Drew Barrymore is directing a Wizard of Oz sequel. Starpulse.com reports that Surrender Dorothy is about the great-great-granddaughter of Dorothy Gale who goes head to head with the Wicked Witch of the West to save Earth and Oz. Barrymore was originally due to star in the film but has now reportedly agreed to helm the project. It is unclear if she still intends to take on the lead role.
CONAN O'BRIEN GETS TBS PREMIERE DATE
Conan O'Brien is heading back to late night television on November 8th. TBS announced the premiere date at their programming presentation for advertisers in New York on Wednesday, where Conan himself took the stage and sang his own version of Willie Nelson's "On the Road Again." He sang, "My own show again, on any network, even Oxygen. I know you think that network's only for women, but I'd proudly change my sex to have my own show again."
JESSE JAMES REPORTEDLY CRIES DURING TV INTERVIEW
Jesse James is reportedly so upset about breaking up his family that he shed his tough-guy image and cried on camera. PerezHilton.com reports that James taped his first post-scandal interview with Nightline -- during which he broke down in tears. Meanwhile, sources who've seen Sandra Bullock with new son Louis say the actress is a "natural" mom. An insider told Usmagazine.com, "Having Louis around is perfect therapy for what she went through with Jesse."
Wednesday 5/19/10
'GHOST WHISPERER' AND 'NEW ADVENTURES OF OLD CHRISTINE' CANCELED: The axe fell at CBS on Tuesday. The network announced that veteran shows Cold Case, Ghost Whisperer, Numb3rs and New Adventures of Old Christine have all been canceled. Miami Medical and Accidently on Purpose also won't be returning. Starpulse.com reports that Ghost Whisperer is the most surprising cancellation of the bunch since it consistently won its Friday night time period.
JOHN TRAVOLTA AND KELLY PRESTON ARE EXPECTING John Travolta and Kelly Preston are expecting a child. The couple made the announcement on their respective websites, which reads, "It's impossible to keep a secret . . . especially one as wonderful as this. We want to be the first to share this great news with everyone that we are expecting a new addition to the our family." The message is signed "John, Kelly and Ella." Travolta, 56, and Preston, 47, lost their 16-year-old son Jett in January of 2009 after he died of a seizure. Daughter Ella is 10-years-old. John said last November, "We've been working very hard every day as a family to heal," adding that the "outpouring of love from, really, worldwide has been extraordinary." The announcement comes on the heels of news that the family's two dogs were killed in a freak airport accident last week
CHARLIE SHEEN RETURNING TO 'TWO AND A HALF MEN'; MAY SPEND 45 DAYS IN JAIL
Charlie Sheen is coming back to Two and a Half Men -- for a steep price. Variety reports that the actor, who currently makes $825,000 an episode, is getting a raise that will bring his salary to nearly $2 million per show.
The actor released a statement on Monday night, which read: "To put a fitting end on the 2-1/2 months of whirlwind speculation, I'm looking forward to returning to my CBS home on Monday nights." It was reported that Sheen was ready to leave the series if his salary demands --rumored to be $2 million per show -- were not met.
IS CHARLIE GOING TO JAIL?
Charlie Sheen is reportedly considering taking a plea deal that would put him in jail for 45 days. The actor is facing felony charges for allegedly assaulting his wife last Christmas, but Usmagazine.com claims prosecutors would drop the felony charge if he pleads guilty to a misdemeanor. Sheen's criminal defense lawyer has reportedly been asking Colorado law enforcement if they'd be willing to make an exception to the no-smoking policy at the jail in which Charlie would be locked up. Usmagazine.com reports it's unlikely that request will be granted -- but Charlie wouldn't have it so bad. The Pitkin County Jail is reportedly decked out with plants, a spacious living area, televisions and other amenities -- and inmates are allowed to mingle with the opposite sex in shared living areas. On Christmas day, when Sheen was arrested, prime rib was served for lunch and Cornish hen for dinner.
Tuesday 5/18/10
'CELEBRITY REHAB' CAN'T FIND ANY CELEBS: Celebrity Rehab is having some casting problems -- as in, they don't have one. TMZ.com reports that not only was the show unable to procure big-name celebs like Lindsay Lohan and Heather Locklear -- they haven't even been able to scrounge up B or C-list talent. Supposedly the producers got a tentative commitment from a few D and F-listers, but VH1 rejected them. The cast deadline has since been extended to this Wednesday.
CHARLIE SHEEN WANTS BIG BUCKS TO RETURN TO TV: Warner Bros. is reportedly trying hard to bring Charlie Sheen back to Two and a Half Men. TMZ.com reports that the parties are scrambling to work out a deal as the CBS upfronts will be announced tomorrow. An insider told the website, "There have been seven offers. We're going back and forth every 15 minutes." Supposedly Charlie wanted at least $2 million an episode for the next two years. The source told TMZ that Warner Bros. "has gone up [from its initial offer] more than Charlie has gone down."
BRET MICHAELS STARRING IN NEW VH1 SHOW
Bret Michaels does not want to step out of the spotlight. The Celebrity Apprentice finalist -- who also lined up an Oprah appearance in the wake of his very recent brain hemorrhage -- will be starring on a new VH1 documentary series called, Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It. The show, which will give viewers "an insider's look at Bret's home life when he isn't touring, shooting, partying and rocking out," will premiere on May 31st. Due to his recent health crisis, however, the full 10-episode run has been pushed back to the fall. Michaels will appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show this Wednesday, is expected to appear on Sunday's Celebrity Apprentice finale, and has scheduled his first post-hemorrhage concert on May 26th.
RACHEL UCHITEL TO POSE FOR PLAYBOY?
Tiger Woods' number one mistress Rachel Uchitel has signed a deal to pose for Playboy. TMZ.com reports that an agreement is in place -- however the contract stipulates that Rachel can pull out any time before the shoot takes place. She's scheduled to get in front of the camera in three weeks.
Monday 5/17/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MAY 14-16
1. Iron Man 2, $53 million
2. Robin Hood, $37.1 million
3. Letters to Juliet, $13.75 million
4. Just Wright, $8.5 million
5. How to Train Your Dragon, $5.1 million
'HEROES', 'FALSHFORWARD' GET THE AXE: NBC has given Heroes the axe after four seasons. The cancelation comes on the heels of news that the original Law & Order has also been nixed from the network's line-up. Other cancelations include Mercy and Trauma. In other network news, ABC is getting rid of FlashForward, Better Off Ted, Scrubs and Alyssa Milano's short-lived comedy Romantically Challenged.
BRET MICHAELS TO APPEAR ON "OPRAH"
Bret Michaels is ready for his close-up. A statement from the rocker's rep says Michaels will make his first televised appearance since suffering a brain hemorrhage on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" next Wednesday, May 19th. Rep Brian Ahern also says the singer is making plans to return to the concert stage on Friday, May 28th at the Hard Rock in Biloxi, Mississippi. After that, the Poison frontman will kick off a tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd as a solo act on June 10th in West Palm Beach, Florida. Michaels plans to remain on tour throughout the fall and early winter with dates scheduled through December. Dates that were postponed due to the singer's health setback are currently being rescheduled.
IS LEBRON JAMES' MOM HAVING AN AFFAIR WITH ONE OF HIS TEAMMATES?
An explosive rumor hit the internet on Friday (May 14th) claiming that Lebron James' mother, Gloria James has been sleeping with his friend and Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Delonte West. According to sports gossip site Terezowens.com, Lebron found out about the alleged affair right before game four in the Cavaliers playoffs against the Boston Celtics last week. A Cleveland source allegedly told the site, "My uncle is the general contractor at the Q and has been for the last 7 years. He's good friends with a lot of guys at the Q, including some of the bigger boys in the organization and knows (Cavs owner) Dan Gilbert personally." The source continued, "My uncle has been told that Delonte has been banging Gloria James (Lebron's Mom) for some time now. Somehow Lebron found out before game four and it destroyed their chemistry and divided the team." The source added, "I am not making this up, I wish it wasn't true but it happened."
Friday 5/14/10
REPORT: NBC TO CANCEL "LAW & ORDER"
The gavel is coming down on "Law & Order." Deadline.com is reporting that NBC has decided to cancel its long running legal drama at the end of the show's 20th season, currently airing. The network is citing soft ratings as reason for the cancellation. Known for its "ripped from the headlines" approach to storytelling, "Law & Order" premiered on NBC on September 13th, 1990. The show is tied with "Gunsmoke" as the longest running drama on television and has won numerous awards over the years. "Law & Order" has spawned several successful spin-offs and NBC hopes to create one more with "Law & Order: Los Angeles" ready for launch in the fall. "Law & Order's" 20th season finale is set for May 24th.
MATT LAUER REPORTEDLY CAUGHT IN CHEATING SCANDAL
speaking of NBC, Matt Lauer is reportedly the latest celebrity cheater. The National Enquirer reports that the Today Show host has been living apart from his wife Annette since she accused him of cheating while he was covering the Winter Olympics in Vancouver. The tabloid claims that Annette was informed of her husband's flirting by the wife of another staffer, and subsequently got the names of the two female broadcasters he was spotted with, and confronted Lauer upon his return home. Although Matt denied he'd strayed, he supposedly moved out after two days of fighting. And…This isn't the first time the couple has had problems in their 12-year marriage. Reports in 2006, say while pregnant with their third child, Annette filed for divorce, feeling she could no longer trust her husband, but subsequently withdrew the divorce petition after one month.
JENNIFER ANISTON DENIES SHES ON "BABY FOOD DIET"
Jennifer Aniston is denying one of the more unusual rumors to circulate through the press about her in recent memory. Popsugar.com reports that the 41-year-old actress says she has no idea what the "baby food diet" is and that she's certainly not on it to stay trim. Aniston says, quote, "I've been asked lately, 'Jen, what's this baby food diet all about?' I kept thinking: That's the strangest question ever...Sorry, but the last time I had baby food, I believe I was one. I've been on solids for about 40 years now." The "Friends" actress is in Hawaii shooting "Just Go With It." The romantic comedy stars Aniston, Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman, and Adam Sandler.
Thursday 5/13/10
NBC AXING 'HEROES'? NBC is reportedly going to cancel Heroes. New York Magazine reports that the network was going to bring the show back for a 13-episode final season, but executives are supposedly so confident in their new shows, they've decided to ax the sci-fi series.
'THE HANGOVER' LEADS MTV MOVIE AWARD NOMINATIONS For anyone who argued that The Hangover was snubbed at the Oscars -- it's getting a chance to shine at the MTV Movie Awards. The comedy leads the field of nominees with 6, including Best Movie, Best Comedic Performance (Bradley Cooper and Zach Galifianakis) and Best Villain (Ken Jeong). Following close behind are New Moon and Avatar with five nods each.
SEAN PENN PLEADS NO CONTEST TO VANDALISM IN PHOTOGRAPHER DUST-UP
Bad boy Sean Penn is heading to anger management classes. It's part of the sentence handed down to the two-time Oscar winner after pleading no contest to a vandalism charge Wednesday. The charge is related to Penn's run-in with a photographer last October. A battery charge against the actor was dismissed in exchange for the plea. According to E! Online, Penn, who had several infamous run-ins with photographers in the 1980s, was also ordered to complete three years probation and 300 hours of community service. The judge also ordered him to stay 100 yards away from photographer Jordan Dawes. Prosecutors say Penn kicked the photographer in the leg last October 2nd outside the Brentwood Country Mart. Footage of the altercation was caught on videotape. The "Mystic River" and "Milk" star was charged on February 19th. A restitution hearing is set for July 8th.
Wednesday 5/12/10
CHARLIE SHEEN REPORTEDLY FINE WITH LEAVING 'TWO AND HALF MEN': The future of Two and a Half Men remains uncertain. The latest report claims that Charlie Sheen is willing to walk away from the sitcom, regardless of how much money he is offered. A source told TMZ.com, "Charlie is really into his sobriety now. He likes the show but it brings back bad memories." Supposedly he's letting his people pursue negotiations for a new contract, but, "If it doesn't happen it literally wouldn't faze him."
COLIN FARRELL JOINS VAMPIRE CRAZE: Colin Farrell is getting sucked up in the vampire trend. The Hollywood Reporter announced that Farrell has signed up to play a vampire in an upcoming remake of the 1985 cult classic, Fright Night. Farrell will star alongside Toni Collette and Anton Yelchin as the vampire Jerry, who is covertly terrorizing his neighborhood.
LARRY KING MOVING BACK IN WITH WIFE: Larry King and Shawn Southwick are reportedly taking steps towards a reconciliation. TMZ.com reports that King is checking out of the hotel where he's been staying and heading back into the couple's Beverly Hills mansion to give the whole "living together" thing another try. The couple filed for divorce several weeks ago, but have put the proceedings on hold as they try to work things out.
Tuesday 5/11/10
BARBARA WALTERS TO UNDERGO HEART SURGERY
Veteran newswoman Barbara Walters is talking matters of the heart. On Monday's episode of her ABC talk show "The View," the 80-year-old shared that she will undergo heart surgery to replace what she called a "faulty heart valve." Walters said, "I have known of this condition for awhile and my doctors and I have decided that this is the best time to do the surgery." Walters said she revealed the news the her "View" co-hosts earlier in the morning before they went on-air. She said, quote, "I thought it best not to talk about it too far in advance." She further explained that she had known about her faulty valve for a while and thought that since the summer was approaching, she could "take a nice vacation." Walters said recovery could be anywhere from a month to three months.
GANDOLFINI ATTACHED TO CABLE COMEDY
"Sopranos" star James Gandolfini is attached to a comedy on track for HBO, with the question remaining as to whether he'll appear in front of the camera or simply produce it. Deadline.com reports that Gandolfini is working with the cable network to create an American version of Canada's "Taxi-22." In the U.S version of the show, the protagonist will be a struggling New York cabbie with a politically incorrect streak. If Gandolfini doesn't opt to act in the series, he's reportedly got other options with HBO. The acclaimed actor's had a deal there since 2006 and looked at a number of projects that would put him back on the small screen. Gandolfini's production company -- Attaboy Films -- also is developing a movie for HBO. Called "Hemingway," the film will depict the life of the late "For Whom The Bell Tolls" writer.
LINDSAY LOHAN'S DAD ASKS JUDGE FOR REHAB, NOT JAIL
Michael Lohan's attorney has sent a letter to the judge in Lindsay's DUI probation case, asking that his daughter be sent to inpatient rehab or be required to undergo random drug testings. TMZ.com reports that the letter -- which appears to be an attempt to keep Lindsay out of jail -- acknowledges that "Lindsay may have violated the terms of her probation by missing multiple court-ordered alcohol education classes." The letter ends with his lawyer saying Michael does not want his daughter to become "the next Hollywood statistic."
Monday 5/10/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MAY 7-9
1. Iron Man 2, $133.6 million
2. A Nightmare on Elm Street, $9.1 million
3. How to Train Your Dragon, $6.7 million
4. Date Night, $5.3 million
5. The Back-up Plan, $4.3 million
NO 'HAPPILY EVER AFTER' FOR JACK BAUER ON 24 There will be no "happily ever after" for Jack Bauer when 24 wraps for good on May 24th. Executive producer Howard Gordon recently talked about the fate of Kiefer Sutherland's Jack, telling reporters, "One thing we tried and it didn't work was 'happily ever after,' It just wasn't within Jack's wheelhouse." Gordon added, "On the other end of the spectrum, Jack would die. And in its own way, that's equally unsatisfying. Jack has a far more ambiguous, complex and emotional ending this year." Playing coy about how things will ultimately shake out, Gordon said, "It's not as tragic as it could have been. It's not entirely unhappy, but he doesn't walk off into the sunset."
PORN PRODUCER CLAIMS MEL GIBSON CHEATED ON PREGNANT GIRLFRIEND
Mel Gibson reportedly cheated on ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva while she was pregnant with their five-month-old daughter Lucia. Porn producer Violet Kowal told the National Enquirer that she had a three-month affair with the actor in 2009. Kowal told the tabloid, "Mel's breakup with Oksana doesn't surprise me at all. Clearly, Mel can't commit to just one woman."Although Mel's attorney called Kowal's story "an absurd fabrication," she reportedly passed a polygraph test. Grigorieva recently said of the split, "I can tell you that we have split up, suddenly and recently. Unfortunately, I cannot give you the reason. But you will find out everything quite soon."
SEQUEL PLANNED FOR 1982'S "DARK CRYSTAL"
Fans of the 1982 film "The Dark Crystal" are getting the next chapter in the fantasy franchise. PasteMagazine.com reports that The Jim Henson Company is partnering with a company in Australia to create a sequel, "Power Of The Dark Crystal. The story will be set hundreds of years after the original film and will center on a girl made of fire. Craig Pearce -- whose credits include "Moulin Rouge!" and "Strictly Ballroom" -- wrote the screenplay for the project, which will be filmed in 3-D.
Friday 5/7/10
'AMERICAN IDOL' HITS NEW LOW
American Idol's reputation as a ratings juggernaut is beginning to fade. Although it remains the "biggest show out there," the Los Angeles Times noted that Tuesday's numbers were it's lowest since 2002. Fox still dominated the night's ratings, but its 5.5 adults 18-49 rating overall was down 7% from last week's 5.9 rating. TVBytheNumbers.com reports that the numbers mark the show's lowest adults 18-34 ratings ever, and lowest household rating, average viewership and adults 25-54 rating since August 27, 2002.
SNL HOST BETTY WHITE: 'IT'S GOING TO BE FUN'
Betty White has been busy this week preparing for tomorrow's hosting gig on Saturday Night Live. The 88-year-old told MTV on Tuesday at the Time 100 gala, "Sure, it's going to be fun. We've been there [rehearsing]. [Wednesday's] the big day when I see the sketches -- keep your fingers crossed." Cast member Andy Samberg promised that the episode is going to be special. He said, "She's incredible, expect great things. I have no hesitation in saying that she's wonderful." Jay-Z -- who Betty recently called "the hottest thing since sliced bread" will be the night's musical guest.
JAMES GANDOLFINI TO STAR ON NEW SHOW? Tony Soprano may be coming back to TV. HBO announced that James Gandolfini is an executive producer of "Taxi 22," a project early in development that could serve as a starring vehicle for the actor. "Taxi 22" is described as a half-hour comedy centering on a politically incorrect New York City cab driver who is struggling to keep his life together.
'IRON MAN 2' ALREADY BREAKING RECORDS: Iron Man 2 is just opening today, but it's already broken records. GossipCop.com reports that the film is opening in 4,380 locations, topping the previous high of 4,366 held by The Dark Knight. Early predictions have the movie possibly earning as much as $155 to $160 million over the weekend -- in line with The Dark Knight's opening.
Thursday 5/6/10
REPORT: CHARLIE SHEEN SURRENDERS CUSTODY OF KIDS TO DENISE RICHARDS
Charlie Sheen has reportedly surrendered legal custody of his two children with ex-wife Denise Richards. TMZ.com reports that the former couple signed a written agreement that grants Richards full legal custody of 6-year-old Sam and 4-year-old Lola. Previously, Sheen and Richards had shared custody of the girls, though Denise had primary physical custody. TMZ claims that Richards currently gets $50,000 a month from Charlie in child support. Sheen has twin sons with his current wife, Brooke Mueller.
KENDRA WILKINSON FIGHTING TO BLOCK SEX TAPE RELEASE
Kendra Wilkinson is trying to block the release of a sex tape she made years ago with an ex-boyfriend. RadarOnline.com reports that a lawyer for the 24-year-old E! reality star sent a scathing letter to porn company Vivid Entertainment, which reads, "The video is private and highly confidential taken for private use and not for public disclosure. Any exploitation of the video would be a gross violation of Miss Wilkinson's constitutional and common law rights of privacy."
Sources told Radar that Wilkinson knew about the video but they say she made it with a man she trusted and never thought that it would be released to the public. Meanwhile, Vivid announced that they are calling the tape Kendra Exposed and plan on distributing it by the end of the month.
'LOST' FINALE EXPANDED: The finale of Lost is getting bigger -- literally. The Hollywood Reporter announced that the May 23rd finale has been expanded to two-and-a-half hours because producers have "so much crucial material." The episode will now run from 9 to 11:30 p.m., with the extra half hour replacing airing the local news.
LINDSAY LOHAN ROLE CONFIRMED: Producer Wali Razaqi confirmed that Lindsay Lohan will be starring as porn star Linda Lovelace in his upcoming film, Inferno. He told the Los Angeles Times, "I would say it's probably one of the most challenging roles any actor could play -- and not because of the sexual content, necessarily -- but more because she was so battered and beat up emotionally, that I think it's gonna take everything Lindsay has to really be able to pull it off."
Wednesday 5/5/10
LETTERMAN EXTORTIONIST SENTENCED TO SIX MONTHS IN JAIL
David Letterman's extortionist will serve six months in jail after pleading guilty to one count of attempted first-degree larceny. Robert "Joe" Halderman was sentenced on Tuesday, nearly two months after copping his plea deal, he was also sentenced to four and a half years' probation and was ordered to perform 1,000 hours of community service. The former CBS News producer was busted after demanding $2 million from Letterman to keep details of the late night host's affairs private.
JIMMY FALLON WILL HOST THE EMMYS
Jimmy Fallon will host this year's Emmy Awards. After the news broke, the Late Night host joked, "Hosting the Emmys has been a dream of mine ever since they told me I was doing it." The 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards will air live on Sunday, August 29th on NBC. Nominations will be announced on July 8.
BRET MICHAELS DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL
Bret Michaels has been discharged from Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix almost two weeks after suffering a massive brain hemorrhage, his doctor announced on Tuesday (May 4th). Dr. Joseph M. Zabramski said during a press conference that the rocker is currently resting in an undisclosed location, but will "make a 100 percent recovery." He is now receiving physical therapy and his condition is being monitored. The doctor noted that Bret is "walking. He's not walking very well. He's talking very well, and he's very mentally aware."
DRUGS DIDN'T KILL COREY HAIM: Drugs played no role in Corey Haim's death. The Los Angeles County coroner said on Tuesday that the actor died from pneumonia complicated by an enlarged heart, bad lungs and narrowed blood vessels, while the drugs found is his system did not contribute to his passing. Spokesperson Craig Harvey acknowledged that low levels of eight drugs, including both prescription and over-the counter medications, were found in his system along with marijuana, but nothing that would have played a role in his death. Haim died in March at the age of 38.
Tuesday 5/4/10
MICHAEL DOUGLAS SAYS SON'S JAIL SENTENCE IS 'ADEQUATE'
Michael Douglas is actually optimistic about his son's five-year jail sentence stemming from drug charges, telling the Today Show that it's an opportunity for 31-year-old Cameron to "start a new life." The 65-year-old said on Monday (May 3rd), "My son has not been sober for this length of time since he was 13 years old. So he was going to be dead or somebody was gonna kill him, and I think he has a chance to start a new life and he knows that. And from my understanding, it's going to take that amount of time for him to rebuild and start himself afresh." Cameron was arrested last year for allegedly dealing methamphetamine. Last month, he was sentenced to jail for conspiring to sell crystal meth and for heroin possession. Although he was facing 10 years behind bars, he was only sentenced to five, which Michael calls an "adequate" punishment.
'DAILY SHOW' WRITERS HELPED OBAMA AT CORRESPONDENTS' DINNER: President Obama reportedly had some help writing the popular zingers he delivered at the White House Correspondents' dinner last weekend. The Daily Beast reports that Obama got some help from the writers of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Obama won rave reviews for his speech, which included jokes aimed at Jay Leno and The Jonas Brothers.
NBC GREENLIGHTS J.J. ABRAMS PILOT: NBC has picked up a new spy drama from Lost creator J.J. Abrams. EW.com reports that the network gave the green light to Undercovers, which stars Boris Kodjoe (Soul Food) and Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Doctor Who) as married ex-CIA agents who get pulled back into the spy business. The show will debut in the fall.
HALLE BERRY HEADED FOR CUSTODY DISPUTE?
Does Halle Berry have to start preparing for a custody battle? Sources told RadarOnline.com that Gabriel Aubry is so unhappy about the media frenzy surrounding his split with Halle, that he's considering taking their two-year-old daughter Nahla to Canada where she'd live away from the spotlight. Although the couple amicably settled on a property and custody agreement before news of their split was made public, Radar claims Aubrey has soured towards his ex over the past few days. An insider told the website, "Until the news of their split broke things were OK between him and Halle, but now he believes Halle's team are putting all these stories out there that are just not true."People magazine recently quoted a source who said that Halle dumped Gabriel because "he wasn't pulling his weight."
Monday 5/3/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP TEN MOVIES -- APRIL 30-MAY 2
1. A Nightmare on Elm Street, $32.2 million
2. How to Train Your Dragon, $10.8 million
3. Date Night, $7.6 million
4. The Back-up Plan, $7.2 million
5. Furry Vengeance, $6.5 million
DOCTOR SAYS BRET MICHAELS HAS 'UNBELIEVABLE FIGHT': The medical team of Barrow Neurological Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Arizona will hold a press conference tomorrow on Bret Michaels' condition, but for now, his doctor let fans know that the rocker is "a fighter." Dr. Zambramski said in a statement, "He has an unbelievable fight in him and told me what kept him alive at the moment of the hemorrhage was that he did not want his family to wake up and see him lying unconscious in the middle of the floor. It was a combination of Bret's fight to stay conscious during the hemorrhage and get to the emergency room, and the immediate medical attention provided by our staff at Barrow that enabled us to stabilize his condition."
SETH GREEN REPORTEDLY GETS HITCHED: Seth Green reportedly married his fiance Clare Grant in California on Sunday (May 2nd). RadarOnline.com claims the ceremony took place at George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch (Green is one of the writers and will voice one of the characters in the upcoming animated Star Wars animated comedy sitcom). Green and Grant met on a set in 2008 and became engaged last New Year's Eve.
ALEC BALDWIN HOSTING 'SNL': Alec Baldwin will host the season finale of Saturday Night Live on May 15th. GossipCop.com reports that the appearance will mark Baldwin's 15th time hosting the show, tying him with his Oscars co-host Steve Martin for the record of the most hosting gigs. Betty White will host the show this coming Saturday.
NEXT 'BATMAN' GETS RELEASE DATE: The third Christopher Nolan-directed Batman film will hit theaters on July 20, 2012. PerezHilton.com reports that the studio is in the very early stages of development -- and Nolan has said this is most likely the last film in the series.
Thursday 4/29/10
SANDRA BULLOCK FILES FOR DIVORCE, ADOPTS SON
Surprise! Sandra Bullock has filed for divorce -- and she has a son!!
The star revealed to People magazine that she and estranged husband Jesse James began the adoption process four years ago and brought home a baby boy named Louis in January. They decided to keep the news to themselves until after the Oscars -- when of course, Jesse's cheating scandal became headline news instead. Bullock says she is now finalizing the adoption as a single parent. She said of 3-and-a-half-month-old Louis Bardo Bullock, who was born in New Orleans, "He's just perfect, I can't even describe him any other way. It's like he's always been a part of our lives." Even Sandra was surprised the adoption stayed a secret, telling the magazine, "I don't know how we got away with it." Bullock confirmed that she's filed for divorce, and discussed her husband's infidelities. She told the magazine, "I had no idea about anything until that day when I got the call. It seems like a thousand years ago when this happened. All I remember thinking, 'I need to get Louis out of here before the vultures descend.' But never in a million years did I foresee something like this happening. I wish it hadn't, and it still doesn't seem real." She said of James, "I really don't know how our paths will intersect in the future," adding that their relationship is "a different one. A bittersweet one. One of new understanding.
KATIE HOLMES TO PLAY JACKIE KENNEDY: Katie Holmes will portray Jackie Kennedy in an eight-hour mini-series based on the Kennedys that will air on the History Channel. This will be the network's first scripted miniseries. Greg Kinnear will play President John F. Kennedy and Barry Pepper will portray Attorney General Robert Kennedy. The series will premiere in 2011.
STEVE CARELL LEAVING 'THE OFFICE'?
Steve Carell is reportedly quitting The Office. His contract with the NBC hit runs for just one more season, and he told the BBC he may say goodbye to Michael Scott after it expires.
When asked if he would stay beyond his contract, Carell replied, "I don't think so. I think that will probably be my last year." CONAN O'BRIEN INTERVIEW TO AIR ON '60 MINUTES'
The first post-Tonight Show interview with Conan O'Brien will air this Sunday (May 2nd) on 60 Minutes. The broadcast takes place the day after he is no longer contractually bound by NBC to stay off TV.
The New York Times reports that correspondent Steve Kroft interviewed O'Brien for the show last week. The soon-to-be TBS star is still banned from attacking NBC or Jay Leno, but the paper reports that Conan "flirts with the restrictions" in his interview.
Wednesday 4/28/10
JENNA JAMESON: TITO ORTIZ THREW ME INTO A BATHTUB
Accusations continue to fly in the domestic dispute between adult film star Jenna Jameson and mixed martial arts star Tito Ortiz. Speaking out on the incident that led to Ortiz's arrest at the couple's California home on Monday, Jameson told TMZ.com that Ortiz grabbed her, threw her into the bathtub and tore two ligaments in her shoulder when she "said something very hurtful to his ego." Ortiz's attorney Chip Matthews said the former UFC champ "did not put his hands" on Jameson, nor did he "hit her." Matthews claims Ortiz found pills in Jenna's pants pocket and confronted her about her alleged dependency on Oxycontin. He says Jameson had an "emotional meltdown" when Ortiz confronted her about the pills. Jameson told TMZ that Ortiz's addiction allegation is "completely false" and, quote, "the last nail in the coffin" for their relationship. The pair have twin sons together. Ortiz was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence and later released from police custody after posting bail. Ortiz's ex-wife says she's surprised by the allegations. Kristin Ortiz was married to Tito for almost ten years. She tells TMZ that Tito, quote, "would never hurt a fly" and that there was never any violence in their relationship which ended in 2005. Kristin also called Tito, quote, "an amazing person, amazing father, and an amazing human being."
JON AND KATE GOSSELIN ORDERED TO ATTEND PARENTING CLASS
Jon and Kate Gosselin must both attend a court-mandated parenting class. TMZ.com reports that the judge presiding over their custody dispute has ordered the reality stars to complete the three-hour class, called "Children in the Middle."
The class is supposedly a requirement for all parents involved in custody disputes in Berks County, PA. TMZ noted that Jon and Kate are not required to take the class together. Parents are actually often encouraged to take separate classes since they're obviously not getting along. The course material reportedly includes the dangers of exposing their children to loyalty conflicts. The Gosselins have until June 8th to complete the class.
MICHAEL LOHAN DENIES TWEETING THAT LINDSAY IS HIV POSITIVE Michael Lohan claims that his Twitter account was hacked and the imposter is responsible for posting that daughter Lindsay is HIV positive. Michael told Usmagazine.com, "Somebody was impersonating me. I'm disgusted. I would never ever say something like that about my daughter." In addition to the HIV comment, there was a claim on Michael's page that Lindsay had an affair with music exec Tommy Mottola at the age of 17. The tweets were quickly deleted, and Michael came forward with the hacking claims after screen shots of "his" comments hit the web. Lindsay responded to the tweets, telling GossipCop.com, "He's a grown man and has done the exact same things on TV/interviews, [so] why wouldn't he lie on Twitter, and everywhere else! He just wants money -- and he's using me, my name, my status, my mother, brothers and sister for the cash to pay for [another] wedding."
Tuesday 4/27/10
PLASTIC SURGERY IS OUT IN HOLLYWOOD? Plastic surgery is out and natural looks are in -- at least where the film industry is concerned. Shawn Levy, the director and producer of "Date Night" and the "Night at the Museum" movies, told the New York Times, "The era of 'I look great because I did this to myself' has passed. It is viewed as ridiculous. Ten years ago, actresses had the feeling that they had to get plastic surgery to get the part. Now I think it works against them. To walk into a casting session looking false hurts one's chances." Television executives at Fox Broadcasting say they have begun recruiting more natural looking actors from Australia and Britain because the amply endowed, freakishly young-looking crowd that shows up for auditions in Los Angeles suffers from too much sameness. Marcia Shulman, who oversees casting for Fox's scripted shows, summed it up:"I think everyone either looks like a drag queen or a stripper." (NY Times) LARRY KING SPOTTED KISSING WIFE: What irreconcilable differences? Although they recently filed for divorce, Larry King and Shawn Southwick were spotted kissing at their son's baseball game in Beverly Hills on Sunday. Last week, lawyers announced that the split had been put on hold as the couple "works out some issues." Check it out: http://tinyurl.com/27e2o78
BETTY WHITE SNL PROMO RELEASED: Betty White is hosting SNL on May 8th and the promos for her appearance have hit the airwaves. Check it out: http://tinyurl.com/35nrkzw
Monday 4/26/10
BRET MICHAELS STILL IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER SUFFERING BRAIN HEMORRHAGE
Bret Michaels is still in critical condition after suffering a brain hemorrhage late last week. A new message posted Sunday on BretMichaels.com read, "At this point Bret remains in ICU in critical condition. He is under 24 hour doctors care and supervision." The posting continued, "We are hopeful that further tests will locate the source of the bleeding, which has still not been located. As we all know Bret is a fighter and we are hopeful that once all is complete the slurred speech, blurred vision and dizziness, etc., will be eliminated and all functions will return to normal." After suffering from an excruciating headache late Thursday (April 22nd) night, 47-year-old Michaels was rushed to the hospital, where doctors discovered he had suffered a massive subarachnoid hemorrhage, also known as bleeding at the base of his brain stem.
MICHAELS' FATHER SPEAKS OUT
Michaels' father Wally Sychak told RadarOnline.com that he spoke to his son in the hospital Friday morning and "He sounded upbeat and positive but they had him sedated."
Sychak added, "But he's doing good. [sic] He sounded like my son."
LINDSAY LOHAN NO LONGER ON "THE OTHER SIDE"
Lindsay Lohan's film career has taken another hit. TMZ.com is citing sources who say Lohan was recently dropped from the upcoming film "The Other Side" because she is not "bankable." "The Other Side" - which also features Woody Harrelson, Giovanni Ribisi, Dave Matthews and Alanis Morissette - revolves around a graduate student who is working on a deserted island. The movie's writer and director, David Michaels, discussed Lohan's departure saying, quote, "Our team simply chose to move on from Lindsay and we'll soon be announcing a replacement." A rep for the 23-year-old tabloid fixture had no comment.
IT'S NOT EASY BEING CONAN: It's not easy being Conan O'Brien these days, but it's not all that bad either. The temporarily homeless late-show host and comedian Jim Carrey got a standing ovation for their duet of the song "It's Not Easy to be Me" during O'Brien's live show in Los Angeles over the weekend. Oddly enough, the latest stop on O'Brien's tour, called the Legally Prohibited From Being Funny On TV Tour, was at Universal City. That's home to The Tonight Show soundstage that went dark when NBC brought Jay Leno back to his old slot to replace O'Brien.
Friday 4/23/10
TIGER MISTRESS NO. 1 REPORTEDLY PITCHING REALITY SHOW
Rachel Uchitel -- aka Tiger Mistress #1 -- is reportedly planning a television career. TMZ.com reports that the former event planner is working on a reality show and may be trying to snag a spot on Dancing With the Stars. TMZ reports that Rachel, along with two producers and an agent, have gone to four different cable networks, pitching a show called Romancing Rachel. Supposedly the premise is -- single men competing for Rachel's affections. The website claims Lifetime and E! have passed, but VH1 and Oxygen are still considering the show. One of the men affiliated with the project is Scott Jeffress, who produced Jersey Shore and The Bachelor. Some reports claim Uchitel has been hitting up a Las Vegas dance studio in preparation for the next installment of Dancing with the Stars, but insiders told TMZ that Rachel has simply picked dance up as a new hobby.
SETH ROGEN IS THE HARDESTWORKING ACTOR IN HOLLYWOOD
Seth Rogen is the hardest working man in Hollywood -- at least according to Forbes magazine. The magazine looked to find the stars making the most films and the most money for studios since 2005, and with 10 of his movies bringing in more than $20 million at the box office over the past five years, Rogen topped the list. He beat out competition from veteran actor Morgan Freeman, who came second in the list, shooting nine movies which garnered more than $20 million in revenue.Matt Damon came third, with eight high-earning movies in the last half-decade, while comic Will Ferrell came a close fourth. ron Man's Robert Downey, Jr. and Snakes On A Plane star Samuel L. Jackson were at fifth and sixth place respectively, while Sandra Bullock and Meryl Streep -- at seven and eight -- are the only women to make the top ten. Transformers actor Shia LaBeouf and Batman Christian Bale rounded out the top 10.
REPORT: WILL SMITH INCHING CLOSER TO "MEN IN BLACK 3"
Hollywood megastar Will Smith could be close to reprising one of his old roles. "Entertainment Weekly" is citing sources who say that Smith is "leaning towards" making "Men In Black Three" his next project. Reps for Smith say the actor has not yet decided on doing "MIB Three" or an adventure film called "The City That Sailed." "Entertainment Weekly" says insiders near the "Men In Black" franchise are hopeful that they will start production this summer with both Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones on board. Sony Pictures has not decided if the third "Men In Black" installment will be in 3-D, but it is believed that the extra dimension would be a strong possibility. "Men In Black Three" could hit the big screen as early as next summer.
Thursday 4/22/10
HEATHER LOCKLEAR REPORTEDLY FACING JAIL TIME AFTER HIT-AND-RUN ARREST
Heather Locklear is reportedly facing 90 days in jail after her hit-and-run arrest last Saturday. The Melrose Place star was cited and released after police found a 'no parking' sign mowed down in Westlake Village, CA and tracked the damage back to Locklear. Because the offense is a misdemeanor, Locklear was not taken into custody. X17Online.com reports that a surveillance video near the scene helped deputies identify Locklear's black 2005 BMW.RadarOnline.com reports that Locklear is facing time behind bars because she is still on probation in relation to a reckless driving charge in 2008. She formally pled no contest to the charge in January 2009. As part of the plea deal, a DUI charge against her was dismissed, and she was placed on three years probation. She was suspected at the time of driving under the influence of prescription medication.
MAN CLAIMS HE HAD AFFAIR WITH LARRY KING'S WIFE
A 31-year-old baseball coach claims that he had an affair with Larry King's 50-year-old wife, Shawn Southwick. Hector Penate talked to Entertainment Tonight and In Touch magazine about the supposed affair, claiming that they even had sex in Larry's bed -- a lot. He said, "I felt like it was my house." Penate said he began sleeping with Southwick two-and-a-half weeks after they met in 2007. He said that he believes reports that King was having an affair with Southwick's younger sister, explaining, "I really think she had the affair with me because of him and her sister."He also said Southwick often spoke to him of her desire to divorce King, and once told him, "'Don't worry, he's gonna die soon.'"
MORE WOMEN CLAIM HARASSMENT FROM STEVE SEAGAL: Two more women have come forward claiming they were sexually harassed by Steven Seagal. PerezHilton.com reports that both women have given sworn declarations to Kayden Nguyen, the 23-year-old who filed a lawsuit against the star. Both ladies say they too were hired as Seagal's assistants, with one detailing that he once reached his hands down her pants to "see what it felt like." Seagal's lawyer said that Steven's employment records don't prove that either of the women in question had ever worked for him, but added that if they had, their claims would be "absurd."
Wednesday 4/21/10
TONIGHT'S "IDOL GIVES BACK" PROMISES BIG NAMES, CHARITY
Tonight marks the two-hour "American Idol" charity special titled "Idol Gives Back." The fundraising event returns after a brief hiatus and will feature lots of star power. There will be appearances tonight by artists Alicia Keys, David Cook, Elton John, The Black Eyed Peas, Jeff Beck, and Carrie Underwood. An epic performance is planned for the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul." Guitarist Steve Vai and Mary J. Blige will cover Led Zeppelin's "Stairway To Heaven”. Check out "Idol Gives Back" on Fox tonight at 8:00 p.m. Eastern.
KATE GOSSELIN VOTED OFF 'DWTS'
Viewers couldn't save Kate Gosselin this week as she was finally eliminated from Dancing With The Stars last night (April 20th). The reality show mom was in the bottom two with Pamela Anderson before receiving the bad news. Gosselin got emotional as the show ended saying, "Thank you for believing in me, probably more than I believed in myself." She then apologized for being a "cry baby."
COURTNEY LOVE LOSES THE "LOVE"
The world of entertainment is about to lose a "Courtney Love" and gain a "Courtney Michelle." NME.com reports that rocker-actress Courtney Love will now be known professionally as Courtney Michelle. She's opted to use her legal middle name as her professional last name. The 45-year-old said, quote, "Courtney Love is dead. We've all decided we don't like her anymore. We love her when she goes onstage, but I don't need her in the rest of my life." It may take a while for Courtney's camp to catch up with her. Her record company announced last week that Hole -- led by "Courtney Love" -- will tour this summer in support of the band's album, "Nobody's Daughter."
RENEWAL NEWS!
'DAILY SHOW' AND 'COLBERT REPORT': The Daily Show and The Colbert Report aren't going anywhere. Comedy Central announced that they've extended deals with their late night talent -- with Jon Stewart on board until at least June 2013 and Stephen Colbert through the end of 2012. This means the men will get to take aim at yet another presidential election.
'COPS': Fox has renewed Cops for a 23rd season. The crime-fighting show launched in 1989 and will soon celebrate its 800th episode on the network.
Tuesday 4/20/10
LINDSAY LOHAN REPORTEDLY $600,000 IN DEBT
Lindsay Lohan better confirm some of her rumored acting jobs, because the 23-year-old needs some cash flow -- stat. RadarOnline.com reports that despite her lack of income, Lindsay hasn't cut back on her spending and currently owes more than half a million dollars on her credit cards. A source told the website, "Lindsay owes credit cards $600,000. One card cut her off last week and it's only a matter of time before all her other credit cards cut her off too."
Lohan reportedly used to rely on hefty checks from doing club appearances, but supposedly she's no longer a desirable draw and only receives $5,000 to $10,000 when she actually manages to book a job.The credit card debt could land Lohan in court. The insider told Radar, "One credit card company is going to discuss a payment plan for Lindsay. But if she doesn't have the income and can't make her payments, they are prepared to sue her." It was recently reported that Lohan will star as porn actress Linda Lovelace in an upcoming film.
SHARON OSBOURNE TURNING BREAST IMPLANTS INTO PAPERWEIGHTS FOR OZZY
Sharon Osbourne is having her breast implants removed this summer and plans to give them to husband Ozzy -- to use as a paperweight. The Sun reports that the reality star will still have implants after the procedure, but she'll drop two sizes off her current 34DD chest. When asked why she plans on the strange recycling method, Osbourne told the Today Show, "They're better on his desk than on my chest. They're awful!"
MISTRESSES OF JESSE JAMES AND TIGER WOODS TO HOST REALITY SHOW?
A reality show that would feature the mistresses of Tiger Woods and Jesse James is in the works. TMZ.com reports that Cheaters creator Bobby Goldstein is shopping around a project called Celebrity Cheaters, which would be hosted by Michelle Bombshell McGee and Jamie Jungers and spotlight celebrities who cheat on their loved ones. TMZ noted that a network has yet to pick up the series, and while Jungers and McGee have both agreed to do it -- nothing has been signed yet. Fun fact! TMZ claims that McGee once applied to be on Cheaters to try and trap an ex, but she was denied.
LARRY KING MAY CALL OFF DIVORCE Larry King and his seventh wife may end up living happily ever after. King's lawyer Dennis Wasser said on Monday (April 19th), "There's a 50-50 chance this divorce is not happening. His focus is on the best interest of his children. It's not clear to me which way he's going to turn on this issue." Wasser's statement comes a day after King and his maybe-estranged wife Shawn were seen walking arm-in-arm at their son's baseball game in Los Angeles. That marked the second time the two were seen looking friendly since they both filed for divorce last week.
Monday 4/19/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- APRIL 16-18
1. How to Train Your Dragon, $20 million
2. Kick-Ass, $19.75 million
3. Date Night, $17.3 million
4. Death at a Funeral, $17 million
5. Clash of the Titans, $15.8 million
MAN CLAIMING TO BE OPRAH'S LONG LOST FATHER WANTS DNA TEST
An 84 year-old ailing man, is claiming to be Oprah's real father and is begging for a paternity test. According to Radaronline.com, Noah Robinson Senior, who is living in a Virginia Hospital, says his dream is to talk to his daughter before he dies. Noah says that he has reached out to Oprah years ago to get her to agree to a DNA test. He tells the New York Post, " I never did get no answer. If I did, it didn't get to me." Noah says he's not interested in getting any of Oprah's money. "I'd like her to call me. I'm her real father," he says. "I haven't seen her since she was a kid. She was a little bitty thing." According to Radaronline.com, Oprah's spokeswoman says the talk-show queen isn't available to comment on Robinson's claims.
ROBERT DE NIRO TALKS 'TAXI': Robert De Niro confirmed that there have been talks about making a Taxi Driver Sequel. The actor said, "I have talked to writer Paul Schrader and Marty (Martin Scorsese). We've spoken about what would happen to Travis these years later. We had a thing and we tried to figure it out; Paul was trying to come up with something. And it just didn't seem to work.You never know -- something could come up. I thought it would be interesting to find a way to bring Travis back all these years later -- maybe with something ironic about where he'd end up, as he did in the first one. All these years later, maybe we could. It's still possible."
'MIGHTY MOUSE' REMAKE IN THE WORKS: A film based on the cartoon Mighty Mouse is reportedly in the works. PerezHilton.com reports that Brian and Mark Gunn, who helmed a remake of Journey To The Center Of The Earth were originally attached to the project but have since been fired. A new director and writer have yet to sign on.
CHARLIE SHEEN'S NEW UNIFORM: SHAVED HEAD AND PAJAMA PANTS Charlie Sheen is sparking rumors of a Britney Spears-like break down after shaving his head and wandering around Los Angeles wearing pajama bottoms. TMZ.com photographed the actor with his new buzz cut and ultra-casual pants as he made a trip to the dentist on Friday (April 16th). Meanwhile, Sheen's wife Brooke Mueller was photographed without her wedding ring shortly after reports emerged that Charlie has been having an affair with a high-priced escort. A source close to Mueller, however, denied that she had moved out of the couple's home with their year-old sons. The insider told X17Online.com, "The reports are totally false. Brooke is still living at home and any tabloid that claims Brooke has spoken with them or made any comment to them is lying."
Friday 4/16/10
LARRY KING REPORTEDLY HAS NO PRENUP
Larry King's divorce will probably continue getting uglier because TMZ.com claims he does not have a prenup with estranged wife Shawn Southwick. Source told the website that although he was married seven times before tying the knot with Southwick in 1997, he didn't insist she sign a prenup. A source close to the situation said, "She is a tall, good-looking blonde and that pretty much explains it." According to TMZ, Larry's net worth is estimated at $144 million. He's in the middle of a CNN contract reportedly worth $56 million over 4 years. In California, earnings accumulated during a marriage are split 50/50. Shawn and Larry have been married for nearly 13 years.
'AMERICAN IDOL' WANTS PAULA BACK? There's a new rumor out claiming that American Idol producers want Paula Abdul back. A source told In Touch Weekly, "They want Paula back. They're not sure if she'd be the fifth judge, but they are talking to her. People tuned in to see Paula's wacky antics and her chemistry with Simon. The show is just not as much fun to watch without her."
BRET MICHAELS OUT OF THE HOSPITAL: Bret Michaels is out of the hospital. On Thursday (April 15th), EOnline.com confirmed that the Celebrity Apprentice star had been released after undergoing an emergency appendectomy earlier in the week.
KATE HUDSON REPORTEDLY GETS BREAST IMPLANTS Kate Hudson reportedly got a boob job last month. The formerly flat-cheated actress supposedly went under the knife for a "small breast augmentation" in March. Hudson's fuller bust was notable in a recent photograph taken while the actress was poolside in Miami. A source told Us Weekly, "Kate makes jokes about her boobs, but her chest has always been one of her biggest insecurities." In 2002, the 31-year-old said she was happy with her small assets, explaining at the Golden Globes, "I have small breasts, obviously. It's nice to be able to wear a plunging neckline and have it be elegant."
Thursday 4/15/10
SANDRA BULLOCK TO GIVE FIRST INTERVIEW TO GEORGE LOPEZ?
Sandra Bullock will reportedly give her first post-scandal interview to good friend George Lopez. Deadline.com reports that Bullock will be a guest on Lopez's TBS show sometime during the first week of November -- when Conan O'Brien launches his new show an hour ahead of Lopez Tonight. Sandra is reportedly hoping that by November, her personal life will be more settled, whether she's divorced or not. Theactress has mostly been in seclusion since news of her husband Jesse James's supposed affairs broke last month. Bullock and Lopez go back a long way; she served as an executive producer on Lopez's old ABC sitcom, where she guest-starred a few times. However, a source said, ''More important than all that, George has been one of Sandy's most supportive and genuinely caring friends as she has gone through the nightmare of the past couple months. 'He personifies how a real friend acts when someone you love is going through a hellish situation."
DID JENNY MCCARTHY DUMP JIM CARREY OVER DRUGS?
Sources claim that Jenny McCarthy dumped Jim Carrey because the actor refused to take his medication for depression. Star magazine quoted friends of the former couple who said that Jim used to disappear for days at a time. An insider told the magazine, "It was such an emotional roller coaster for her. When he'd get down, he'd just disappear. He would hide out in a hotel or one of his homes, not answering her calls."In 2008, Jim told CNN about his years-long struggles with depression, and said that while he had taken Prozac in the past, he didn't believe in taking the drug long-term. He explained, "I think Prozac and things like that are very valuable to people for short periods of time. "But I believe if you're on them for an extended period of time, you never get to the problem. You never get to see what the problem is because everything's just kind of OK." Jim's increasingly erratic Twitter postings are giving credibility to Star's story. Yesterday he again addressed rumors of mental breakdown, tweeting, "don't worry folks. i didn't slip over the edge. i'm just movin' the boundries for the rest of you nuts!"
LARRY KING DIVORCING FOR THE EIGHTH TIME
Larry King is getting divorced for the eighth time. The 76-year-old talk show host filed papers on Wednesday (April 14th) to end his 13-year marriage to 50-year-old Shawn Southwick King citing "irreconcilable differences." His rep confirmed the split, telling People magazine, "His major concern is the welfare of his children, and beyond that he's not going to comment about the divorce." In the papers, King lists their separation date as April 13th and asked the court to deny Southwick King any spousal support.TMZ reported that Shawn also filed her own divorce papers right after Larry, citing irreconcilable differences as well. She is asking for primary physical custody of the couple's two kids, as well as spousal and child support.TMZ claims that the marriage fell apart largely in part because Shawn believes Larry is having an affair with her sister, Shannon Engemann, pointing to the fact that he has given her many gifts.
Wednesday 4/14/10
SIGOURNEY WEAVER SAYS JAMES CAMERON DIDN'T WIN OSCAR BECAUSE HE 'DIDN'T HAVE BREASTS'
Avatar star Sigourney Weaver is still bitter that James Cameron did not win the Oscar for best director, claiming he only lost because the Academy wanted to give the award to a woman. The actress told the Brazilian news site Folha Online, "Jim didn't have breasts, and I think that was the reason. He should have taken home that Oscar." Cameron's ex-wife Kathryn Bigelow took home the honor instead, becoming the first woman in history to win that category for her work on The Hurt Locker. Weaver is also stewing about Avatar's loss to The Hurt Locker in the best picture category. She added, "In the past, 'Avatar' would have won because they [Oscar voters] loved to hand out awards to big productions, like 'Ben-Hur.' Today it's fashionable to give the Oscar to a small movie that nobody saw."
KEVIN EUBANKS IS LEAVING 'THE TONIGHT SHOW' AFTER 18 YEARS WITH JAY LENO
Bandleader and Sidekick Kevin Eubanks officially announced during a sit down interview on Monday's taping of "The Tonight Show," that he is leaving after 18 years with Jay Leno. Kevin, 52, says he's ready for a change of pace, but has not announced any specific plans. He told Leno "After 18 years of playing America into commercials, I'm gonna go somewhere where I can finish a song."Kevin's last day on 'Tonight' is May 28th.
BRET MICHAELS RECOVERING AFTER APPENDECTOMY: Bret Michaels is recovering after undergoing an emergency appendectomy on Sunday (April 11th) night. People magazine reports that the rocker/reality star was rushed to the hospital with what he thought was a severe case of the flu, and quickly discovered that he needed surgery. His rep said, "Michaels, who has been known to perform under extreme conditions that would make most performers cancel, will unfortunately have no choice but to reschedule some of his April tour dates."
"DANCING'S" PAMELA ANDERSON OWES NEARLY $500K IN BACK TAXES
It looks like actress Pamela Anderson is the latest celebrity to run into trouble with back taxes. The state of California says the 42-year-old poster girl and current contestant on ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" owes just over 493-thousand dollars in state taxes. State documents show a lien was filed against Anderson in 2009. Anderson isn't the only celebrity owing back taxes. Wesley Snipes was convicted of tax fraud in 2008 for not paying taxes on 13-million-dollars he earned from 1999 to 2001. Nicolas Cage owes the IRS several million dollars, and even Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner has had troubles. Geithner, whose job is to oversee the IRS, forgot to pay Medicare and Social Security taxes while he worked at the International Monetary Fund.
Tuesday 4/13/10
CONAN O'BRIEN LANDS LATE NIGHT SHOW AT TBS WITH GEORGE LOPEZ'S BLESSING
Conan O'Brien will be taking his late night routine to TBS. Although it was widely believed he'd host a show on Fox this fall, TBS announced Conan was joining their team on Monday (April 12th), the same day his stand up tour kicked off. Soon after he tweeted, "The good news: I will be doing a show on TBS starting in November! The bad news: I'll be playing Rudy on the all new Cosby Show."
GEORGE LOPEZ'S SHOW GETS PUSHED BACK TO MIDNIGHT. TMZ reported that Conan will host a show Monday through Thursday at 11 PM EST -- getting a 30 minute jump on Jay Leno. Once the show debuts, George Lopez's show -- Lopez Tonight -- will move to midnight. Conan's manager and Lopez himself quickly debunked rumors that Conan was pulling a "Leno" on George and pushing his show back against his will. Lopez himself spoke out after the announcement, saying, "I can't think of anything better than doing my show with Conan as my lead-in. It's the beginning of a new era in late-night comedy."
STEVEN SEAGAL SUED: A former model filed a lawsuit against Steven Seagal, accusing him of trafficking women for sex. TMZ.com reports that Kayden Nguyen, who was hired as Seagal's executive assistant, showed up for work and discovered, "Mr. Seagal had been keeping two young female Russian 'Attendants' on staff who were available for his sexual needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week." Nguyen says in the lawsuit that Seagal treated her as a "sex toy," claiming he pushed his hands under her skirt, tried fondling her breasts and forced his hand down her pants.
FEMALE SPORTS REPORTER SAYS ERIN ANDREWS 'MAKING SHAM OF PROFESSION' BY JOINING 'DWTS' In addition to dealing with death threats, Erin Andrews is facing harsh criticism from fellow sports reporters for going on Dancing With the Stars in the first place. A fellow female sports reporter, Toronto Star's Rosie DiManno, is saying Andrews "made a fool out of herself and a sham of her profession" by going on the dancing show. In a recent column, DiManno wrote, "I want to grab Andrews by the shoulders and shout: 'What are you thinking, woman?! I'm appalled by the damage she is doing to her profession and her own reputation as a journalist -- a term albeit used lightly in the realm of sports."Andrews told Sports Illustrated that she's "confused" by the backlash. She said, "I'm not sure what damage I created for myself. What am I doing to be a bimbo? I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." She added, "People say, 'How do you expect to be taken seriously?' I'm basically killing myself to not embarrass myself. I've been in the top three in scoring each week, behind an athlete and a professional dancer and singer."
Monday 4/12/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- APRIL 9-11
1. Date Night, $27.1 million
2. Clash of the Titans, $26.9 million
3. How to Train Your Dragon, $25.4 million
4. Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married Too?, $11 million
5. The Last Song, $10 million
ELIZABETH TAYLOR TO MARRY FOR THE NINTH TIME?
Elizabeth Taylor is reportedly planning to marry -- for the ninth time. A source close to the 79-year-old told Usmagazine.com that Taylor is engaged to 49-year-old Jason Winters of Sterling Winters Management. The insider said, "It's no secret that they've been together forever and are in love, so it wouldn't be a surprise if they were engaged. Right now they are keeping it between them."Taylor previously told gossip columnist Liz Smith that Winters is "one of the most wonderful men I've ever known, that's why I love him." The screen legend has been married eight times, twice to love Richard Burton. Her last marriage, to construction worker Larry Fortensky, ended after five years in 1996.
JIM CARREY SAYS TIGER'S WIFE WAS 'WILLING PARTICIPANT' IN CHEATING
Newly single Jim Carrey told his Twitter fans that Elin Nordegren is partly responsible for Tiger Woods's cheating ways. The actor, who recently split from Jenny McCarthy, weighed in on the Woods saga, tweeting, "No wife is blind enough to miss that much infidelity. Elin had 2 b a willing participant on the ride 4 whatever reason. kids/lifestyle ;^)" After his comments attracted national attention, he clarified, "RT I want 2 make it CLEAR that I do not condone infidelity at all, but 2 some degree the responsibility 4 it is shared by both people! ;^)" Carrey later added, "In any event, infidelity has never been an issue 4 me. If I tried to keep a secret like that, I would grow a tumor and devil horns! }:^"
JON AND KATE TO WORK TOGETHER AGAIN? Jon Gosselin's attorney says that the reality dad would consider doing another show with ex-wife Kate. Anthony List told TMZ.com that "under the right circumstances" Jon would do a show with Kate, but "the contract would have to be tighter." List did not say what type of show he'd like to do, but said having Jon and Kate around the kids more would be beneficial. He added that Jon will press on with his custody suit against Kate unless she gives up her "global commitments."
'LOST' GETTING FIVE HOUR SEND-OFF: Lost will receive a five-hour send off on May 23rd. In addition to the two-hour series finale, ABC will air a two-hour pre-show and Jimmy Kimmel will have his late show dedicated to the finale.
Friday 4/9/10
OPRAH WINFREY IS MOVING TO NIGHTS
The Queen of daytime television, Oprah Winfrey, is ending her long-running show next year but fans won't get a chance to miss her as Winfrey has already announced she will be hosting a nightly show on her own, Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), titled, Oprah's Next Chapter. The show is slated to premiere in late 2011 shortly after Winfrey ends her daytime talk show.
Winfrey's new OWN network is a joint venture between Winfrey's Harpo Inc. and Discovery Communications Inc. The network will be available in 80 million homes and will replace the Discovery Health Channel.
'PLANET OF THE APES' GETS PREQUEL: Planet of the Apes is getting a prequel. PerezHilton.com reports that Rupert Wyatt, will helm the project, which will be called Planet of the Apes: Caesar. Production will begin July of this year.
'JEOPARDY' AND 'WHEEL OF FORTUNE' STICKING AROUND: Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune have both been renewed through the 2013-2014 season. Variety announced that hosts Alex Trebek and Pat Sajak have also been granted contract extensions.
NO ONE WANTS NICOLAS CAGE'S HOUSE: No one was interested in buying Nicolas Cage's Bel-Air mansion at a foreclosure auction earlier this week. The opening bid for the 12,000-square-foot home was $10.4 million, but there are $18 million worth of loans on the property. Cage owes millions in unpaid taxes and in January his foreclosed home in Las Vegas sold for nearly $5 million. He sued his former business manager in October for $20 million, claiming the man's advice led him toward financial ruin, but the ex-manager says Cage is a spendthrift.
KATE GOSSELIN LANDS NEW TLC REALITY SERIES
Kate Gosselin won't be disappearing from TV after she's eventually voted off Dancing With the Stars. TLC confirmed that the reality mom will star on her own new series, Twist of Kate, as well as several Kate Plus 8 specials. Twist of Kate, which is due to air this summer, will see Gosselin responding to fan letters from people inspired by her story as a means to profile women in their own challenging situations. NO PLAYBOY FOR KATE
One place people don't have to worry about seeing Kate is in the pages of Playboy magazine. When asked if he'd consider doing a centerfold with Gosselin, Hugh Hefner said, "No! No! I don't think she's a celebrity."
Thursday 4/8/10
HUGH HEFNER CONSIDERING MARRYING CRYSTAL HARRIS
Hugh Hefner may be reconsidering his anti-marriage stance. The twice-divorced Playboy founder, who swore he'd never marry again while dating Holly Madison, now admits he's considering tying the knot with girlfriend Crystal Harris.
When asked about walking down the aisle, Hefner told E!, "It's certainly possible. I certainly care enough for her . . . I certainly love her enough. We'll see. All I want is for the relationship to be as happy as it is."
The couple have been together for about a year and a half. Hefner used to date Harris along with the Shannon twins, but he's since ended the latter relationship.
JAY LENO BEATING DAVID LETTERMAN IN LATE NIGHT RATINGS A month after his return to the Tonight Show, Jay Leno is beating David Letterman in the late night game. Variety reports that in March 2010, Leno led among total viewers, averaging 4.9 million, while Letterman brought in 3.7 million to the Late Show. Variety noted that despite Leno's victory, both his show and Letterman are down total viewers from last year, which the publication blames on young viewers who have ditched broadcast television for shows on Comedy Central and Adult Swim.
JON GOSSELIN FILES PAPERS SEEKING CUSTODY Jon Gosselin filed legal papers on Wednesday (April 7th), formally asking for primary custody of his eight children with Kate Gosselin. Jon also wants the child support order that is currently in place reviewed by the judge because he claims the arbitrator in the divorce "failed to take into consideration the numerous factors provided for by the law in PA."
Although Jon is claiming that he should have custody of the couple's eight children because Kate is an absentee mom, a source told RadarOnline.com, "The truth is Jon is going broke. He hasn't had a steady job since Jon & Kate Plus 8 went off the air."Kate, on the other hand, receives child support from Jon and is reportedly making $200,000 for appearing on Dancing With the Stars.
KATE DIVA RUMORS PERSIST
Meanwhile, rumors that Kate is a diva on the set of DWTS just won't go away. she has show staffers contact her through her bodyguard.The insider said, "She acts like a major celebrity. It's a joke with the cast, like, 'Oh, look out -- the bodyguard is watching!'"
NICOLAS CAGE'S HOUSE UP FOR AUCTION: Nicolas Cage's Bel Air mansion is being auctioned off. TMZ.com reports that the minimum bid on the house is $11,004,189. The financially-troubled actor owes more than $17 mil on the property, which he bought for around $6.5 million in 1998.
Wednesday 4/7/10
JENNY MCCARTHY, JIM CARREY CALL IT QUITS
The five-year relationship between model-turned-actress Jenny McCarthy and Hollywood funnyman Jim Carrey has come to an end. Carrey's publicist, Marleah Leslie, tells E! News, quote, "Jim and Jenny have recently decided to end their five-year relationship. They are grateful for the many blessings they have shared and wish each other the very best." Just a few weeks ago Jenny McCarthy proclaimed her love for her now former boyfriend telling E! News, quote, "I love Jim in any form. He could have no arms and no legs and I'll love the stump of him." Jim Carrey will be returning to the big screen next year when he plays Curly in the upcoming "Three Stooges" remake. The former couple confirmed the news themselves on Twitter. Jim wrote, "Jenny and I have just ended our 5yr relationship. I'm grateful 4 the many blessings we've shared and I wish her the very best! S'okay!" Jenny's announcement read: "I'm so grateful for the years Jim and I had together. I will stay committed to [Jim's daughter] Jane and will always keep Jim as a leading man in my heart."
SANDRA BULLOCK REPORTEDLY SCARED JESSE JAMES WILL SPILL SECRETS; DENIES SEX TAPE RUMOR
Sandra Bullock is reportedly hesitant to pull the trigger on a divorce because she's afraid that Jesse James will "spill her secrets." A source told RadarOnline.com, "Sandra is one of the most private actresses in Hollywood. And the last thing she wants is Jesse out there talking about her and talking about her marriage. She's been worried that if she drops divorce papers on him now he'll want revenge and will try to harm her reputation. His behavior is so erratic that she doesn't want to send him over the edge."Meanwhile, Radar is also reporting that James has more than 12 homemade sex tapes. In the wake of the rumor, Bullock's rep spoke out to say that the Oscar-winner is not featured in any. A statement to People magazine read, "There is no sex tape. There never has been one and there never will be one." 'STAR WARS' BECOMING ANIMATED SERIES: Star Wars is being developed into an animated comedy series. Lucasfilm Animation announced the show earlier this week, but noted that it is still in development and doesn't have a title yet. Lucasfilm says it will explore the comic aspects of that "galaxy far, far away" as it playfully and irreverently confronts the saga's characters and mythology. Seth Green has been tapped as part of the show's creative team.
Tuesday 4/6/10
RULING IN DENNIS HOPPER DIVORCE: A judge ruled on Monday (April 5th) that Dennis Hopper must continue paying spousal and child support to his estranged wife, even though the cash-strapped actor is spending thousands battling cancer. TMZ.com reports that during a court hearing regarding Hopper's bitter divorce from Victoria Duffy, the judge ordered Dennis to pay Victoria $8,000 a month in spousal support and another $4,000 a month in child support. The judge also ruled Victoria can continue living in a guest house on one of Dennis' properties and he has to pay for the mortgage, however Victoria has to pay for half of the upkeep of their horses.
SIMON COWELL REPORTEDLY TURNING WEDDING INTO 'X FACTOR' PUBLICITY Simon Cowell will reportedly wait to marry fiance Mezhgan Hussainy until next year -- so that the publicity surrounding the wedding will coincide with the launch of X Factor in the U.S. The New York Post reports that a CBS News source said Cowell "is the king of spin and knows that a great love story will help sell the US version of 'X Factor.'" The insider continued, "Expect no wedding this year at all. 2011 is the year of Simon in the US and he will pull out all the stops needed to become an even bigger success." Cowell and the 36-yearold makeup artist met on the set of Idol several years ago but only became romantically involved in 2009.
SANDRA BULLOCK REPORTEDLY PREPARES DIVORCE PAPERS AS JESSE RETURNS TO REHAB
Sandra Bullock has reportedly prepared divorce papers and is ready to officially end her marriage to cheating husband, Jesse James. The biker bad boy has been linked to at least four other women and RadarOnline.com claims he confessed to Sandra that there were seven other women during their marriage. The news coincides with new reports that James has re-entered rehab after bolting from the Arizona facility last week.. Source told RadarOnline.com that Jesse left after growing frustrated that Sandra refused to take his phone calls. His lawyer described him as a "broken man" who desperately wants to put his marriage back together.Attorney Joe Yanney told People magazine, "When all is said and done, he wants the same people who were living in his house before all this happened to still be living there. And he wants to save his marriage with the woman he loves more than anything in his life." Sources close to Bullock claim it's unlikely James will get his wish of a reconciliation. An insider told Radar, "Her attitude toward Jesse hasn't softened since she found out he was cheating on her. She's been betrayed and cheated on and she's not getting over that." The source added that James's erratic behavior is "compounding the misery she's experiencing."
Monday 4/5/10
The top 5 movies are as follows:
1. Clash of the Titans, $61.4 million
2. Why Did I Get Married, Too, $30.2 million
3. How to Train Your Dragon, $29.2 million
4. The Last Song, $16.2 million
5. Alice in Wonderland, $8.3 million
JESSE JAMES REPORTEDLY LEAVES REHAB
Jesse James has reportedly left an Arizona rehab facility after just one week and is laying low at a male friend's house. Star magazine reports that Jesse quietly checked out of Arizona's Sierra Tucson Treatment Center where he'd gone to "help his family and help save his marriage." A source told the magazine, "All of Jesse's pals have been talking about it. It seems Jesse just isn't that serious about rehab after all."Reports of his supposed exit coincides with news that a moving van was spotted at the home where he lives with Sandra Bullock. Bullock has been hiding at her Hollywood Hills home for the past week or so. She briefly emerged last week in the back of a car with her face covered, but visitors have mostly been coming to see her.
CHARLIE SHEEN WILL REPORTEDLY RETURN TO 'TWO AND A HALF MEN'
Charlie Sheen will reportedly return for another season of Two and a Half Men because he needs the paycheck. Despite reports that the scandal-plagued actor wants to quit the sitcom, RadarOnline.com reports that, "he needs the money to keep his lifestyle going and to keep his career hot." A source told the website, "Charlie ripped through a fortune in the past when he was a movie star and doing a lot of drugs.He could have been set for life financially, but he blew a ton of money on his party lifestyle and it has taken him a while to rebuild his career."The insider suggests that the rumors of Sheen quitting were put out there so that he'd gain an upper hand in contract negotiations -- which he hopes will yield a $1 million-plus salary per episode. creates negotiating leverage. CBS needs the show and Charlie knows that. But Charlie needs the show and CBS knows that."
MICHELLE MCGEE AND HAILEY GLASSMAN TO APPEAR AT BOXING MATCH: The exes of Jesse James and Jon Gosselin are now connected -- through a celebrity boxing match. Usmagazine.com reports that Michelle "Bombshell" McGee has just landed a new gig, refereeing a boxing match between porn star Gina Lynn and Gosselin's former girlfriend, Hailey Glassman. Celebrity Boxing Federation promoter Damon Feldman confirmed that both parties were set for the May 7th event, which will take place at Philadelphia's Polaris Club.
Friday 4/2/10
REPORT: SHEEN RUMORED TO LEAVE "TWO AND A HALF MEN"
Rumors are circulating that Charlie Sheen wants to leave "Two And A Half Men." People.com reports that the Emmy-winner will wrap up his work on the CBS sitcom this season after a taping on April 9th. An on-set source said that after the 9th, there are questions as to whether the 44-year-old will return. The source says, quote, "Charlie's just done. And he's quietly telling his friends he's not coming back." Sources also state that CBS wanted Sheen to sign a contract for an eighth season, but that he hasn't accepted the offer. Stan Rosenfield, a rep for Sheen's camp, only would comment, quote, "Charlie's deal is only through this current season."
DENNIS HOPPER DRAMA CONTINUES: The drama surrounding Dennis Hopper keeps expanding. TMZ.com reports that the cancer-stricken actor's assistant declared in court papers that Hopper's estranged wife Victoria Duffy tried to kill him. In the documents, Emily Davis claims she and everyone else in the Hopper household were "at the mercy of [wife Victoria's] cruelty" when Hopper had to be taken to the hospital last December -- and added that his wife "was trying to kill him." She didn't specify how Duffy attempted the murder. Victoria responded, telling TMZ, "Emily Davis' claims are outrageous, horrifying, and not based on facts or reality
KATE HUDSON REPORTEDLY DATING THREE MEN AT ONCE There haven't been reports of Kate Hudson with a serious boyfriend since Alex Rodriguez because she's supposedly bouncing around between three men. The New York Daily News reports that her first suitor is photographer and cameraman Darren Ankenman, who met Hudson when he worked on her 2009 flick, Bride Wars. The others include "a big-time hedge fund manager based in L.A." and Australian golfer Adam Scott, whom she first started dating last year. The insider explained, "She was casually seeing both Alex and Adam at the same time, but she broke things off with Adam when she got serious with A-Rod. She recently got back in touch with Adam when he was in L.A., and they've been seeing each other. They've always gotten along really well." Others claim Hudson's ex-husband, and the father of her son, Chris Robinson, isn't pleased with her lifestyle. An insider said, "Chris is concerned about [their son] Ryder and the effect all this dating will have on him. But he knows there's not much he can do about it. Kate is who she is -- and she enjoys the company of a man."
Thursday 4/1/10
JUDGE SAYS JENNIFER GARNER STALKER IS INSANE: A man accused of stalking Jennifer Garner and her family has been found not guilty by reason of insanity and the judge ruled that he should be sent to a state mental hospital. The Associated Press reported that Steven Burky pleaded no contest to two counts of felony stalking at Los Angeles County District Court on Tuesday (March 30th), after harassing the Alias star for nearly eight years. Garner was awarded a permanent restraining order against Burky in 2008, which was set to last until 2011 -- however, Burky was spotted outside the Los Angeles nursery the actress' daughter Violet attends in December, and was arrested. His aunt claimed that his obsession was the result of a psychological condition and court officials agreed.
JAY LENO STILL THINKS NBC SCREWED HIM
Jay Leno is still talking about the NBC late night debacle -- and still painting himself as a victim. The reinstated Tonight Show host told Joy Behar, "Conan got screwed. I got screwed. This is TV. The reason show business pays a lot of money is so when you get screwed you've got something left over." Although Leno thinks he and Conan were both "treated terribly" by NBC, he graciously put in a vote of confidence for O'Brien's future. He said, "I think Conan will come back and he'll be strong. And we'll all compete against one another. It should be me against [David] Letterman, against Conan, against [Jimmy] Kimmel -- and then you see who wins."Leno also noted, "All comics are friends, [but] when you go on stage your job is to blow the other guys off the stage. I get it. That's the way it works. You don't impede somebody else's opportunity, but when you go out there that's what you do."
REPORT: JESSE JAMES CHECKS INTO REHAB
Jesse James may be taking a page from Tiger Woods' playbook. TMZ.com reported earlier that the West Coast Choppers boss told a California Highway Patrol officer during a weekend traffic stop that he was driving to Arizona to save his marriage to actress Sandra Bullock. Now, sources tell the celebrity gossip site James has checked into a rehab facility in Tucson, Arizona that specializes in drug, alcohol and sex addiction. A therapist at Sierra Tucson reportedly told a TMZ producer James had a treatment session scheduled for Tuesday. A rep for James confirmed in "People" magazine that the 40-year-old, quote, "checked himself into a treatment facility to deal with personal issues." However, the rep wouldn't specify the name of the facility or what type of treatment James was seeking.
MATT DAMON GUEST STARRING ON '30 ROCK': Matt Damon will reportedly be guest starring on an upcoming episode of 30 Rock. PerezHilton.com reports that it's not official when the episode will air but it's said to be one of the last of the season. Word is he will play a love interest for Tina Fey.
Wednesday 3/31/10
SHANNEN DOHERTY IS "DANCING'S" FIRST ELIMINATED CELEBRITY THIS SEASON ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" has eliminated Shannen Doherty from competition. The first to leave the show in its tenth season, Doherty said she's more of an actress than a dancer. The star added that it would have been hard to continue competing without her partner, Mark Ballas, who was sidelined by injury after just two dances. -- actress and model Pamela Anderson -- was shocked to discover she was in the dreaded "bottom two." Meanwhile, the "original moonwalker," former astronaut Buzz Aldrin, was the first celebrity announced as "safe." Voters helped to keep the 80-year-old in competition, despite the fact that Aldrin received the lowest score from the judges.
SANDRA BULLOCK REPORTEDLY PLANNING FOR DIVORCE
Sandra Bullock is reportedly planning to divorce Jesse James. Although Bullock's rep recently dismissed reports that the Oscar-winner hired a divorce attorney, RadarOnline.com claims that the actress has indeed taken steps towards legally ending her marriage. In the past two weeks, four different women have come forward claiming to have had affairs with James. The Radar source said that Sandra is humiliated and feels that her entire marriage was a big lie. The insider declared, "She's had enough. She's ending the marriage."In other news -- a fifth mistress might be surfacing soon. Radar reports that another woman "has been consulting attorneys and PR the past few days," adding, "She may even come out this week
JESSE JAMES MISTRESS LAUNCHES WEBSITE: Jesse James' first alleged mistress has launched her own website. MichelleBombshell.com will offer paying customers "naughty, naked photos" and videos of Michelle "Bombshell" McGee. Although the site doesn't yet list subscription prices, it does advertise a "limited time only sneak-a-peek" for $9.95. A message on the soon-to-be-working site reads, "To all the people that think Michelle planned this drama, we can assure that if she had planned it, we would have had our pay-site and merchandise store ready for public consumption. We were caught off guard, but we will have our full pay-site up in the next couple weeks."
Tuesday 3/30/10
RICKY MARTIN ANNOUNCES HE'S GAY Ricky Martin is no longer keeping his sexuality a secret. On his official website at, RickyMartinMusic.com, the singer writes, quote, "I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am." That's the final line in a lengthy posting written to fans that mentions fears and concerns of those around him about his choice to "come out." Martin writes, quote, "Many people told me...'people in the world are not ready to accept your truth, your reality, your nature.' Because all this advice came from people who I love dearly, I decided to move on with my life not sharing with the world my entire truth." But now, the pop star, father, and philanthropist says he's ready to take, quote, "full responsibility for my decisions and my actions." Martin says he arrived at his decision to confirm the news because he is currently working on writing his memoirs. He says, quote, "From the moment I wrote the first phrase I was sure the book was the tool that was going to help me free myself from things..." Read the entire message at RickyMartinMusic.com.
CONAN FORCED TO TURN DOWN TONY HOST GIG? CBS reportedly asked Conan O'Brien to host this year's Tony Awards, but he was forced to turn it down because of his NBC buy-out deal. Deadline.com reported the latest in a string of jobs Conan has had to decline in exchange for accepting NBC's $45 million payout he and his former "Tonight Show" staff received. According to the contract, Conan can return to the small screen beginning September 1st
COMMERCIALS FOR 'LOST' FINALE COST BIG MONEY: ABC is clearly anticipating a record audience for the series finale of Lost in May. PerezHilton.com reports that a 30-second ad during the finale will cost $900,000.
DID JESSE JAMES PAY OFF MISTRESS NUMBER FOUR?
A fourth Jesse James mistress will not go public with any details of their affair, leading people to speculate that Sandra Bullock's husband paid her to keep quiet. Attorney Gloria Allred announced last week that she was hired to represent mistress number four, but told RadarOnline.com on Monday (March 29th) that the woman "has decided she will not tell her story." Last week Allred announced, "I represent a beautiful model and businesswoman. She had a three-year intimate relationship with Jesse James. He pursued her and had strong feelings for her. She has proof of their relationship. The relationship JUST RECENTLY ENDED after the scandal broke."
Monday 3/29/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MARCH 26-28
1. How to Train Your Dragon, $43.3 million
2. Alice in Wonderland, $17.3 million
3. Hot Tub Time Machine, $13.7 million
4. The Bounty Hunter, $12.4 million
5. Diary of a Wimpy Kid, $10 million
ONE OF AMERICA'S ORIGINAL "EASY RIDERS" GETS HOLLYWOOD STAR
One of America's original "Easy Riders" is now immortalized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Terminally-ill actor Dennis Hopper received his Hollywood Star in a well-attended ceremony on Friday. One of the big names outside Hollywood's Egyptian Theater for the unveiling was Jack Nicholson, whom Hopper directed and with whom he also co-starred in "Easy Rider" alongside Peter Fonda. "Blue Velvet" director David Lynch was also there, as were singers Johnny Mathis and Dwight Yoakam and actors Viggo Mortenson and Michael Madsen. "The Los Angeles Times" reports that Hopper thanked attendees, saying, quote, "Everyone here today that I've invited -- and obviously some that I haven't invited -- have enriched my life tremendously. They've shown me a world that I'd never seen, being a farm boy from Dodge City, Kansas." The unveiling followed reports that the 73-year-old's battle with advanced prostate cancer has left him near death.
SUTHERLAND REACTS TO "24" CANCELLATION
Kiefer Sutherland is commenting on cancellation of the FOX series "24." Sutherland -- who's played the show's protagonist Jack Bauer since 2001 -- says that "24" is exiting on top. In a statement issued Friday afternoon, Sutherland said, quote, "This has been the role of a lifetime, and I will never be able to fully express my appreciation to everyone who made it possible. While the end of the series is bittersweet, we always wanted '24' to finish on a high note, so the decision to make the eighth season our last was one we all agreed upon." Sutherland has picked up some impressive "hardware" for his turn as Bauer. He's won a Golden Globe, an Emmy, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Golden Satellite Award for his work on the long-running show. On Friday, "24" director Jon Cassar wrote on Twitter, quote, "News from the 24 set, the crew has been told that 24 has come to an end. There will be no season 9." The show will wrap up its run at the end of this season in a two-hour finale set to air on May 24th. Lower ratings and pricier production reportedly contributed to "24's" demise.
JOLIE UNDER CONSIDERATION FOR "BEAUTY'S" VILLAIN
There's talk in Hollywood that Angelina Jolie's being considered to play a fairy tale villain. "The Los Angeles Times" reports that Jolie's been linked to the title role in Walt Disney's "Maleficent" -- a live action "Sleeping Beauty" with a new point of view. Like the popular Broadway musical "Wicked," "Maleficent" would tell the classic tale from the perspective of the villain. Also rumored to be attached to the film is director Tim Burton. Neither Jolie nor Burton are confirmed, but Disney has hired writer Linda Woolverton to begin work on a "Maleficent" screenplay.
Friday 3/26/10
ALLRED REPRESENTING A FOURTH ALLEGED JAMES MISTRESS
Attorney Gloria Allred is representing a fourth woman who alleges that she had an affair with Sandra Bullock's husband, Jesse James. E! Online reports that Allred made a statement on Thursday saying that she's advising her client -- a, quote, "beautiful model and businesswoman" -- on whether or not to go public with her story. Allred added, quote, "She is in the process of trying to decide if she will come forward. She has proof of their relationship, including hundreds of texts, e-mails and photos. The relationship just ended recently after the scandal broke."
"AT THE MOVIES" TO LEAVE THE AIRWAVES
After nearly a quarter century, "At The Movies" is leaving the airwaves. The nationally-syndicated movie review TV show is winding down its run this August. In its 1986 debut, the show featured movie critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert. The critics wrote for competing city newspapers. Ebert was on the masthead for the "Chicago Sun-Times" while Siskel wrote for the "Chicago Tribune."Siskel's death in 1999 in connection with surgery for a brain tumor left Ebert without a regular counterpoint. Richard Roeper -- also of the "Sun-Times" eventually joined the show in 2000. A thyroid cancer diagnosis for Ebert led to his departure from the airwaves in 2006. In recent years, Ben Lyons of E! Entertainment Television and Ben Mankiewicz of Turner Classic Movies filled the reviewers chairs. That pairing saw the show's ratings plummet across the county. Last season, Michael Phillips of the "Tribune" and A.O. Scott of the "New York Times" took over, but the show never rebounded.
SWOOSH: TIGER SHOOTS A NEW COMMERCIAL FOR NIKE
Tiger Woods is apparently still in the good graces of a major sponsor. TMZ.com reports that Woods shot a commercial for Nike on Thursday in Florida. Sources stated that the shoot took place at the Isleworth Country Club golf course in Windermere, Florida, near Woods' primary residence. The 34-year-old reportedly wore his signature colors -- red and black -- during the shoot, but didn't spend a lot of time on the set. The same sources said the commercial crew used a Woods stand-in and that Woods' portion of the shoot was brief.
'AMERICAN IDOL' READY TO GO OFF THE AIR?
Rumor has it that the next season of American Idol could also be the last. Star magazine claims that with both Paula and Simon gone -- the show isn't going to work. A source said, "Producers know Simon really makes the show, and they feel like they could go only one season without him and the quality will suffer after that."
Another insider added, "By (2012), the show will have been on the air for more than a decade, and the producers figure that's long enough . . . That's the reason why FOX is planning to conclude the show in three years, and why they've signed host Ryan Seacrest to a new contract for three years." Fox supposedly isn't too concerned about its top show going off the air because Cowell's upcoming series The X Factor will be able to fill the void.
Thursday 3/25/10
JAMES ONCE PAID OUT HUGE SETTLEMENT OVER SEXUAL HARASSMENT Sandra Bullock's husband has reportedly flirted outside of his marriage before -- and paid a hefty price for it too. TMZ.com reports that Jesse James settled a sexual harassment lawsuit of more than 700-thousand-dollars with a former high-level female executive at his West Coast Choppers company. The unidentified woman claimed that James made alleged sexual advances, including sexual acts, between 2006 and 2007. She also kept a paper trail of emails he sent her, which are decidedly not safe for work. The high-powered executive quit her job in 2007 and hired Gloria Allred's law firm to represent her. She never filed a lawsuit against James but settled the matter for a 725-thousand-dollar paycheck on September 27th, 2007. James neither denied nor admitted to the allegations in the legal papers.
“PLAYGIRL" SEEKS OUT JAMES FOR PICTORIAL
Sandra Bullock's husband is getting wooed by an adult magazine as he navigates personal scandal. E! Online reports that "Playgirl" is chasing down Jesse James for a pictorial. Daniel Nardicio -- a rep for "Playgirl" -- said, quote, "We'll offer him $500,000 to pose in a Coney Island freak show setting. We'd do a whole circus-themed freak show, with tattooed men and sword swallowers!" The 40-year-old has been linked to Michelle McGee, a tattoo-covered model. TMZ.com reports that a second woman -- stripper Melissa Smith -- is now alleging that she also had an extended fling with James during his marriage to Bullock.
DENNIS HOPPER PROBLEMS CONTINUE: New court documents filed on behalf of Dennis Hopper paint a sad picture of the actor. TMZ.com reports that the cancer-stricken star, who now weighs just over 100 pounds, said he's willing to pay his estranged wife $5,000-a-mont in spousal support because that's all that he can afford. His lawyer filed a declaration from Hopper's doctor who said that "It is doubtful that Mr. Hopper will ever recover sufficiently to be subject to a deposition." Hopper has been embroiled in an ugly divorce battle with Victoria Duffy as he battles cancer.
'TWO AND A HALF MEN' REPORTEDLY SHORTENING SEASON: Producers on Two and a Half Men have reportedly nixed two planned episodes of the show on account of Charlie Sheen's recent rehab stay. However -- TMZ reports -- Charlie has a right under his contract to nix the last two episodes. Sources claim that Charlie is only contractually bound to do 22 episodes, which he will have done. He wasn't required to do 24 episodes this season, although that was the plan.
Wednesday 3/24/10
WILL FERRELL SAYS NO 'ANCHORMAN 2': Will Ferrell is no longer optimistic that there'll be a sequel to his hit comedy Anchorman. Although he said last year that Anchorman 2 was in the works, he's now changed his tune because former co-stars like Paul Rudd and Steve Carrell are booked up. He said, "I thought we were doing it. Now I've heard it's going to be too hard to get everyone together."
ROSIE O'DONNELL CONFIRMS RETURN TO TV
Rosie O'Donnell confirmed widespread reports that she's returning to daytime television in 2011. The 47-year-old told Entertainment Tonight, "It's gonna be a lot different because I'm a lot older, you know. I've grown a lot and I think that it's time." She added that the program will be "a single topic . . . an hour-long show about life, love and laughter." There will be "no desk . . . and no celebs promoting movies, [but there] may be a few giveaways." Producer Scott Carlin noted that the show will not be a platform for Rosie's political views. He said, "What she did on 'The View' has absolutely nothing to do with this show. Rosie's a comedian at her heart. That's very much what's going to ground and direct the material that she deals with, not that there won't be serious subjects." O'Donnell also confirmed that it was Oprah Winfrey's impending exit from the broadcast television market that inspired her to get back on the TV wagon.
REP DENIES SANDRA BULLOCK IS SHOPPING FOR DIVORCE LAWYER
Sandra Bullock's rep is denying a report that she and husband Jesse James have been interviewing divorce lawyers. TMZ.com claims that Bullock's team is keen on hiring Lance Spiegel, who handled divorces for Charlie Sheen, Heather Locklear and Michael Jackson. Insiders say that Jesse would not be initiating the divorce, but his business people have contacted several lawyers as well, asking the attorneys "if they'd be interested in taking the case" if Sandra files.
'CAPTAIN AMERICA' ROLE SECURED: Chris Evans has reportedly accepted the role of Captain America for the upcoming Marvel adaptation. The Hollywood Reporter announced that not only has the actor accepted Marvel's offer for the role, but that the deal-making moved so fast it's now all about taking care of the little details. Evans was offered the role in Marvel Studios' production late last week, but there was reportedly some question of whether he would accept; namely, whether the Fantastic Four veteran (Human Torch) wanted the baggage that comes with a high-profile action role.
Tuesday 3/23/10
REPORT: ELIN NORDEGREN TO LEAVE COUNTRY DURING TIGER'S MASTERS PLAY Elin [[EE-lin]] Nordegren reportedly won't be standing by her man when he returns to the links for golf's Masters tournament next month. A source tells the "Chicago Sun-Times" that Nordegren's reconciliation with golf superstar Tiger woods is not going very well. Elin is reportedly planning to head back to Sweden with her children for a visit with her family. The source says, quote, "She wants to be out of the country when Tiger plays the Masters." The news follows two interviews Woods conducted with The Golf Channel and ESPN over the weekend. The golfer said he and Elin were working toward fixing their marriage following reports of his infidelity.The "Chicago Sun-Times'" source tells the paper that Elin believes Tiger is only giving lip service to his recovery, adding that she thinks he's more concerned about getting his golf career back on track than her feelings about their relationship. Reports last week suggest that Elin was continuing to draft divorce papers with her lawyers.
PARIS HILTON REALITY SHOW REJECTED? Paris Hilton is reportedly pitching a new reality show -- but nobody wants it. The New York Post reports that the heiress has been shopping a show that would cover her engagement and wedding to current boyfriend Doug Reinhardt, but there have been no takers. A source told the paper, "She's been on TV constantly since 2003, when 'The Simple Life' debuted, and the public may be saturated with Paris." A spokeswoman for Hilton denied any such show was in the works.
GOSSELIN GETS CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM FOR HER "DANCING" It was a wobbly debut for reality TV mom Kate Gosselin on ABC's "Dancing With The Stars" on Monday night. After several weeks of media hype surrounding her appearance on the show, the "Jon & Kate Plus 8" star struggled in her Viennese Waltz with her professional partner, Tony Dovolani. Showcasing her new hairstyle as she glided across the floor to the Billy Joel standard "She's Always A Woman," Kate kept a smile on her face. That smile wasn't enough to charm the judges, however. Gosselin earned only 16 points, one of the night's lowest scores. Judge Len Goodman told Kate that she looked "nervous" and urged her to enjoy the experience of being on the show. There's some good news for Gosselin, however. She'll get another chance to dance next Monday, March 29th along with her fellow competitors. Results from this week's dances will be combined with next week's to determine if Gosselin will get to dance on this season.
Monday 3/22/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP TEN MOVIES -- MARCH 19-21
1. Alice in Wonderland, $34.5 million
2. Diary of a Wimpy Kid, $21.8 million
3. The Bounty Hunter, $21 million
4. Repo Men, $6.2 million
5. She's Out of My League, $6 million
CHRIS ROCK DENIES LOVE CHILD RUMORS
Chris Rock is fending off rumors that he has an out-of-wedlock daughter after he was photographed last Monday leaving New York City's Trump International Hotel with his, wife a nanny, and an unidentified little girl. The Rocks also have another daughter, Lola, aged 7. The media immediately began speculating that the unknown little girl was another of Rock's children. A rep for Rock released the following statement: "The child in the photograph with Chris Rock that appeared in the New York Post is the daughter of a family friend
BRITTANY MURPHY REPORTEDLY RECEIVED HUNDREDS OF PILLS UNDER ALIAS
Brittany Murphy reportedly obtained hundreds of prescription pills a month using fake names in the year before her death. TMZ.com reports that records from Eddie's Pharmacy show the star received "no fewer than 200 pills . . . and sometimes as many as 400" every month from January 2008 through August 2009 using aliases like Lola Manilow Murphy.
Owner Eddie Bubar said he cut off Murphy, her mother Sharon and husband Simon Monjack four months before Murphy's December death, telling TMZ, "We thought there was going to be an accident there." The prescriptions included Vicodin, Klonopin and other drugs.Monjack confirmed that he and Murphy used aliases to obtain prescriptions, but said they only did so to protect their privacy.
REPORT: ROSIE O'DONNELL PLANNING TV COMEBACK
Rosie O'Donnell is reportedly developing a new talk show that would launch in 2011 -- just as Oprah Winfrey leaves broadcast syndication. Showbiz411.com reports that Rosie was overheard telling friends that a deal for the show is almost done. Showbiz411 predicts her return "will be welcomed back by advertisers with open arms -- and wallets!"
Friday 3/19/10
MAN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY STALKING IVANKA TRUMP: A 27-year-old man accused of stalking Ivanka Trump was arrested in Reno, Nevada on Tuesday (March 16th). Police say Justin Massler was arrested on a New York warrant alleging he used the Internet to stalk the heiress. Massler described himself in a blog posting as "a celebrity stalker who is obsessed with Ivanka Trump." He had been living on the East Coast and visiting his mother in Reno. His mother, Randee Massler, says he has only written about Trump on the Internet and hasn't come close to her.
ANTONIO BANDERAS LANDS NEW JOB: Antonio Banderas is becoming a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations (U.N). The actor will join the U.N. Development Program's (UNDP) global fight against poverty, and help the organization raise awareness of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), a set of targets aimed at halving world poverty by 2015. He said in a statement, "Poverty robs us of our potential as a people, preventing us from being all that we can be. This is why it is so important to mobilize all of our efforts to defeat it, especially if today we have the knowledge, the tools and the resources to do it
FOXX, WILLIS TO STAR IN MOVIE BASED ON VIDEO GAME
Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx has just signed on to join Bruce Willis in a film adaptation of a popular video game. Deadline.com reports that the two stars will begin shooting "Kane & Lynch" in August. Willis plays Kane, a man serving time for manslaughter. Kane gets broken out of prison only to be thrust into a manic search for a doomsday device. Foxx will play Kane's emotionally-volatile partner. Kyle Ward is writing the script for "Kane & Lynch," which is slated for release next year.
JESSE JAMES APOLOGIZES TO SANDRA BULLOCK FOR 'CAUSING GRIEF'
Jesse James issued a public apology on Thursday (March 18th) directed at wife Sandra Bullock and his three children in the wake of rumors that he had an affair. In the statement James said, "The vast majority of the allegations reported are untrue and unfounded. Beyond that, I will not dignify these private matters with any further public comment.
He continued, "There is only one person to blame for this whole situation, and that is me. It's because of my poor judgment that I deserve everything bad that is coming my way. This has caused my wife and kids pain and embarrassment beyond comprehension and I am extremely saddened to have brought this on them. I am truly very sorry for the grief I have caused them. I hope one day they can find it in their hearts to forgive me."
Thursday 3/18/10
SANDRA BULLOCK PULLS OUT OF MOVIE PREMIERE AMID HUSBAND'S CHEATING RUMORS
Sandra Bullock suddenly pulled out of the London premiere of The Blind Side amid rumors that her husband Jesse James is having an affair. Warner Bros. released a statement on Wednesday (March 17th) which read, "Due to unforeseen personal reasons a trip abroad to support The Blind Side has been deemed impossible at this time. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for your continued support of the film." Bullock's decision comes after tattoo model Michelle 'Bombshell' McGee told In Touch magazine that she and James had an 11-month affair while Bullock was on location shooting The Blind Side -- which later earned her the best actress Oscar.McGee claims James told her that he and Bullock had split, explaining, "I would never have hooked up with him if I thought he was a married man. He gave me the impression they were separated."The model also says she called James by a pet name, Vanilla Gorilla, because he was so "well-endowed." Jesse was a fixture on the red carpet with his wife this awards season and she repeatedly sang his praises in her various expectance speeches.
ANOTHER WOMAN TO BLAME FOR KATE WINSLET SPLIT? A London tabloid claims another woman may be to blame for the Kate Winslet-Sam Mendes split. The Daily Mail reports that Mendes and 27-year-old actress Rebecca Hall "grew close" over the years while working together on projects in New York and London. Friends of Winslet also say Hall, who has been described as "totally Sam's type," gave Mendes a "shoulder to cry on" during rough times in his six-year marriage to Winslet. A Mendes source denied the story, telling X17Online that he and Rebecca are just friends.
IS THERE AN OSCAR CURSE FOR FEMALE WINNERS?
Is there an Oscar curse that causes women who win film's biggest prize to split with their partners? Kate Winslet's recent separation announcement and Sandra Bullock's cheating scandal indicate that it might be true.
Winslet, the 2009 best actress winner is the latest in a string of suddenly single post-Oscar women that includes Reese Witherspoon, Hilary Swank, Charlize Theron and Julia Roberts.Roberts and Theron weren't married at the time of their wins, but both thanked their longtime partners on stage and broke up with them -- respectively three months and six years after receiving their Oscars.
DIVORCES (Telegraph.co.uk)
Halle Berry The 43-year-old married Eric Benet, the R&B singer, in 2001. She thanked him during her Oscar acceptance speech in 2002, saying he was "just a joy of my life". But in 2003 the couple split following stories of Benet's adultery. Reese Witherspoon Married Ryan Philippe, the American actor, in 1999 and had two children with him. She won the Best Actress award in 2006 for Walk The Line and thanked her "wonderful husband". They separated in 2006 and divorced in 2008 following Philippe's alleged affair with another actress. Hilary Swank
The 35-year-old married Chad Lowe, the brother of Rob Lowe, in 1997. She won the Best Actress award in 2005 for her role in Million Dollar Baby. Within a year she had separated from Lowe and started dating her agent. Emma Thompson
Married Kenneth Branagh, the Northern Irish actor, in 1989. She won the Best Actress award in 1993 for her role in Howard's End. But the couple split two years later. He began dating Helena Bonham Carter and she got together with Greg Wise, an English actor. Helen Hunt
The 46-year-old married the actor Hank Azaria, famous for his roles in The Simpsons, in 1998, four years after they met. She won the Best Actress role in 1998 for her role in As Good As It Gets and praised her husband, saying: "Thank you to just the very best man I know". But they separated just a year later. Angelina Jolie
Married Billy Bob Thornton in 2000 at the age of 24. She won the Best Supporting Actress award in 2000 for Girl, Interrupted and the couple divorced in 2003. Geena Davis
The 54-year-old married actor Jeff Goldblum in 1987. She won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar two years later and thanked her "other wonderful acting coach and darling husband Jeff Goldblum". But by the end of the year the couple separated and Davis started dating Renny Hartlin.
DONALD TRUMP RETURNING WITH ORIGINAL 'APPRENTICE'
Forget the celebrities -- Donald Trump is bringing back real people to his Apprentice franchise. Variety reports that NBC is reviving The Apprentice, which has not been on the air since 2007.
Trump told Variety, "So many people have been asking us when are we bringing the original show back. I'm not sure I had that interest two-and-a-half or three years ago. But the concept of what has happened with the economy has really stoked interest."He added, "We've got to do something about the economy and this is a terrific way to provide jobs as well as business lessons along the way. NBC, Mark Burnett and I hope this economic downturn can begin a turnaround, and we'll do our best with 'The Apprentice' to see that it starts happening."Casting has begun on the new Apprentice, which will be shot in June and July. NBC has also picked up another installment of Celebrity Apprentice.
Wednesday 3/17/10
REPORT: CONAN MAKING MOVIE MOVES WITH UPCOMING TOUR
NBC may have banished him from the small screen for the time being. But the contract rules didn't say anything about the big screen, and it appears that's where Conan O'Brien might be headed. Deadline.com says the former "Tonight Show" host is in talks to turn his upcoming comedy-music revue into a documentary feature.Just last week, O'Brien announced his plans to launch a 30-city tour called "The Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television Tour." According to Deadline.com, making a film would not violate the terms of O'Brien's exit from NBC which gave the funnyman a 33-million-dollar severance package to leave "The Tonight Show" after just seven months as host. The package included the stipulation that he stay off the television airwaves until the fall. O'Brien's "Legally Prohibited" tour kicks off April 12th in Eugene, Oregon.
NEW OSBOURNE SERIES IN THE WORKS? Sharon and Kelly Osbourne are teaming up for a new series about mothers and daughters with difficult relationships. Sharon revealed, "Kelly and I are doing a series called 'Osbourne Family Values', where we go across the States meeting mums and daughters who are having problems." It's unclear where or when the series will air.
MICKEY ROURKE DROPS OUT OF 'CONAN': Mickey Rourke has dropped out of the upcoming Conan the Barbarian remake. Moviehole.com reports that The Wrestler star had signed up to play Conan's father in the new movie alongside former "Baywatch" star Jason Momoa, but recently quit the role and will now be replaced by Hellboy star Ron Perlman.
MORE CAPTAIN AMERICA CASTING RUMORS: Another day, another new Captain America casting rumor. This time it's been reported that Channing Tatum and Keira Knightley have been approached for roles in the upcoming film. Tatum is reportedly in contention for the leading role while Knightley is being considered for the female lead, Betsy Ross.
'AVATAR' DVD RELEASE ANNOUNCED: Fans will be able to own Avatar in just over a month. Twentieth Century Fox announced that the blockbuster will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on April 22. The studio said the release coincides with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. No formal statement has been made about a 3D DVD, but Fox noted that one will be released in the future -- probably sometime next year.
Monday 3/15/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MARCH 12-14
1. Alice in Wonderland, $62 million
2. Green Zone, $14.5 million
3. She's Out of My League, $9.6 million
4. Remember Me, $8.3 million
5. Shutter Island, $8.1 million
UNAUTHORIZED PRESCRIPTION FOUND IN ACTOR'S NAME California authorities say the death of actor Corey Haim has been linked to, quote, "an illegal and massive prescription drug ring." State Attorney General Jerry Brown says an unauthorized prescription in Haim's name was found during an ongoing probe of fraudulent prescription-drug pads ordered from a San Diego vendor. Brown says the prescription drug ring under investigation orders prescription-drug pads from authorized vendors using stolen doctor identities. Brown adds that the prescription pads are then either sold on the street to addicts or to individuals paid to fill the prescriptions and sell the drugs.
JENNIFER LOVE HEWITT AND JAMIE KENNEDY BREAK UP
Jennifer Love Hewitt and Jamie Kennedy have broken up after a year of dating. Although no reason was given for the split, a source told People.com, it was a mutual decision -- they will remain friends, as well as Ghost Whisperer co-stars. They supposedly have kept things at work friendly and drama-free. Hewitt has a busy few months coming up. She's gearing up for a new Lifetime movie, and is also going on tour to promote her first book, The Day I Shot Cupid, due out March 23rd. In the book, she offers advice on relationships, love and breakups.
BOBBY FLAY HEADING TO NBC FOR REALITY SHOW Already a superstar on the Food Network, chef Bobby Flay is slated to take top billing in a new reality show for NBC. Flay will be one of five restaurateurs on the peacock network's "America's Next Great Restaurant" according to HollywoodReporter.com. The show will pit contestants against each other in a competition to create a winning restaurant concept. Flay's role on "Restaurant" will be multifold. The 45-year-old will be a judge, mentor, and investor on the show.
Friday 3/12/10
Betty White is officially set to host Saturday Night Live on May 8th. But the booking almost didn't happen. The 88-year-old actress tells Access Hollywood, "Years ago, I turned it down three times. It's so New York, and I'm not New York at all. But my agent said he'd divorce me if I didn't do it, and I love my agent." She adds, "It's lovely, and at my age it's certainly unexpected. I've got so much energy, it's ridiculous. I love working. My schedule is a feverish one, and I'm used to that." White will be joined by six former female late night players: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Molly Shannon, Maya Rudolph, Ana Gasteyer and Rachel Dratch.
JUDE LAW, PEARL JAM TO HOST "SNL" THIS WEEKEND
Oscar-nominee Jude Law is taking center stage on "Saturday Night Live" tomorrow night. The 37-year old-actor will work his comedic chops on the NBC late-night comedy show. Law's credits include "Sherlock Holmes," "The Talented Mr. Ripley," "The Holiday," and "Alfie." His next film, "Repo Men," will open nationwide next Friday, March 19th. Joining Law is musical guest Pearl Jam. It will be Pearl Jam's fourth appearance on the show. The alt-rockers first appeared on "SNL" in 1992 with host Sharon Stone. "Saturday Night Live" will air on NBC tomorrow night at 11:30 p.m. Eastern time.
CONAN O'BRIEN ANNOUNCES 32 CITY COMEDY TOUR
Conan O'Brien has announced a 32-city comedy tour across the U.S. The comedian promises fans, quote, "A night of music, comedy, hugging, and the occasional awkward silence." The trek is called "The Legally Prohibited From Being Funny On Television Tour." It kicks off in Eugene, Oregon on April 12th O'Brien will travel around the country before concluding the "Legally Prohibited" tour in Atlanta, Georgia on June 14th at the Fox Theatre. "Coco" tweeted on Thursday morning that his TeamCoco.com website was so jammed with traffic that fans could still purchase tickets at Ticketmaster.com. He also tweeted that he would be adding shows to his current tour lineup. O'Brien writes, quote, "We are now adding a second show in both NYC and Chicago. For that second show, I'll be doing all Liza Minnelli songs
E*TRADE SAYS LOHAN SUIT IS WITHOUT MERIT: Lindsay Lohan is suing E*Trade, claiming its commercial exploits her image by using her name.The online investment company issued a statement to PopEater Thursday (March 11th) saying her claims are "without merit." The statement explains, "While E*Trade doesn't typically comment on pending litigation, we felt it appropriate given the high level of interest in the E*Trade Baby. We believe the claims are without merit and we intend to defend ourselves vigorously in this case."
Thursday 3/11/10
A&E TO RUN COREY HAIM TRIBUTE TONIGHT
The A&E network will pay tribute to late actor Corey Haim in a special report set to air tonight. RadarOnline.com says the cable channel will air "Bio Remembers: The Coreys" at 10:00 pm Eastern. The special will highlight Haim and his longtime friend, fellow actor Corey Feldman with whom he co-starred in the A&E reality series "The Two Coreys." An A&E spokesperson said the documentary was updated after Haim's death on Wednesday morning. The rep said, quote, "We are saddened by the tragic loss of Corey Haim, who we had the pleasure to work with on the series 'The Two Coreys.' Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time." Haim was found dead in his mother's Hollywood home on Wednesday. Authorities initially stated that "The Lost Boys" actor had died of an accidental drug overdose, however toxicology reports are still pending. Corey Haim was 38 years old.
ROSEANNE SPEAKS OUT ON OSMOND SON SUICIDE, BLAMES MORMON CHURCH
Roseanne Barr is blaming the Mormon Church for the suicide death of singer Marie Osmond's 18-year-old son. The comedienne and former sitcom star suggests that the church's anti-gay position drove Michael Blosil to his death. Although the Osmond family have not discussed Blosil's sexuality, RadarOnline.com says Roseanne made the assertion in a blog post on her Roseanne World website on March 4th. She wrote, quote, "Marie Osmond's poor gay son killed himself. He had been told how wrong and how sick he was every day of his life by his church and the people in it. Calling that 'depression' is a lie." Roseanne toned down her message in a follow up blog, apologizing and expressing sympathy for Marie Osmond who she called "the most open minded person in her whole family." In her latest blog entry, Roseanne reaches out to Blosil's friends. She writes, quote, "I hope Michael's friends will contact me here. The truth about his life needs to come out." Marie and brother Donny Osmond returned to their Las Vegas show at the Flamingo Hotel Tuesday. Their return came one day after a funeral was held for Michael in Utah. The sibling act cancelled their show in the week following Blosil's February 26th death.
'24' GETTING CANCELED? The cancelation of Fox's 24 is expected to be announced any day. PerezHilton.com reports that ratings for the show's eighth season have been tanking and it's been reported for months that the end might be near. However -- a 24 feature film is in the work that reportedly features Kiefer Sutherland's character traveling to Europe.
Wednesday 3/10/10
Eighties teen idol Corey Haim died this morning of an apparent drug overdose, according to Los Angeles police. The Canadian-born actor was 38. He was found unresponsive at his apartment around 3:30 a.m. His mother was at the apartment at the time of his death.The actor was pronounced dead at Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center in Burbank.
Police sources told CBS Haim's death appeared accidental. Haim has been in and out of rehab and starred in a reality show with Feldman in 2007 called "The Two Coreys."Haim's official website was last updated on Jan. 18 and promotes his upcoming film, a thriller titled "American Sunset."
JOHN KRASINSKI CLOSER TO PLAYING CAPTAIN AMERICA: The odds of John Krasinski (who plays Jim Halpert on "the office") playing Captain American on the big screen are increasing. Several weeks after his initial screen test was reported, sources are saying he's the "favorite" to get the part. Sources told Fox411, "John has read 4 times and is doing screen tests. He has screen tested 2 times so far. It's very likely that he will be the new Captain America."
ROBERT DE NIRO TO PLAY VINCE LOMBARDI: Robert De Niro will reportedly star as legendary coach Vince Lombardi in the feature film Lombardi. Variety reports that Eric Roth has signed on to pen the script, which will chronicle the coach's career during the years he transformed the Green Bay Packers from the worst team in the NLF into five-time champs.
CHARLIE SHEEN TO DO AFTER-WORK REHAB? Charlie Sheen will reportedly resume shooting Two and a Half Men next week -- but he'll go back to rehab at night. TMZ reports that Charlie will be in rehab full-time until early Monday morning, when he'll fly to Aspen for his felony arraignment. He'll supposedly come back to L.A. that night, where he'll sleep at the rehab facility and then show up on Tuesday to film the show. Insiders claim that after each day on the set Charlie will go directly back to rehab.
LINDSAY LOHAN SUING OVER 'MILKAHOLIC' E-TRADE COMMERCIAL
Lindsay Lohan is suing the financial company E-Trade, claiming that the "milkaholic" baby in its latest commercial named Lindsay was modeled after her. The New York Post reported that the seemingly unemployed starlet filed a lawsuit on Monday (March 8th), in which she's demanding $100 million for pain and suffering. The ad, which premiered during the Super Bowl, features a features a baby boy apologizing to his girlfriend over video chat for not calling her the night before. In it, the baby girl asks, "And that milkaholic Lindsay wasn't over?" Lohan's lawyer claims that his client has the same single-name recognition as Oprah or Madonna, explaining, "Many celebrities are known by one name only, and E-Trade is using that knowledge to profit. They used the name Lindsay. They're using her name as a parody of her life. Why didn't they use the name Susan? This is a subliminal message. Everybody's talking about it and saying it's Lindsay Lohan." Chris Brown, a spokesman for Grey Group, which produced the spot, denies any Lohan reference, saying it "just used a popular baby name that happened to be the name of someone on the account team."
Tuesday 3/9/10
BETTY WHITE TO HOST "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE"
Betty White is on her way to late night television. People.com reports that the famed actress is confirming that she'll host an upcoming episode of "Saturday Night Live." The 88-year-old has been championed by Facebook enthusiasts as a perfect host for the NBC comedy show for several weeks. The ground swell of support followed White's sassy turn in a Snickers ad that aired during Super Bowl 44 last month. White initially had dismissed the idea of hosting the edgy show as, quote, "ridiculous," but now is confirming her next big gig. White told "People" at an Oscar party on Sunday that she will indeed be a future "SNL" host, adding, quote, "I don't know why or how, but it's been wonderful."
OSCARS DRAW LARGEST AUDIENCE IN FIVE YEARS Ratings for the 2010 Oscars were way up from the previous year. The Nielsen Co.'s overnight ratings showed that 41.3 million people tuned in on Sunday (March 7th) night -- up 14 percent from 2009. The figure also marked the largest Oscar audience in five years. Meanwhile, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin's joint hosting was generally well received, but critics attacked the show's length and focus on teen stars.
ANOTHER JOHN HUGHES FILM IN THE WORKS? Even though he passed away last year, there's still hope for another John Hughes film. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that the director left behind an unproduced screenplay called Grisbys Go Broke, which is about "a wealthy Chicago family" who lose everything and are "forced to move to the sticks." The screenplay's fate is unclear. Hughes directed many of the popular 80’s flicks we all know and love including “the Breakfast club”.
FUNERAL HELD FOR MARIE OSMOND'S SON: A funeral service was held for Marie Osmond's son yesterday in Utah. Her publicist confirmed that a private gathering was held in a Mormon chapel to remember 18-year-old Michael Bryan. Police in Los Angeles have said Bryan died from an apparent suicide after jumping from the eighth floor of an apartment building on February 26th. An official cause of death is pending the results of an autopsy and toxicology tests.
Monday 3/8/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MARCH 5-7
1. Alice in Wonderland, $116.3 million
2. Brookyn's Finest, $13.5 million
3. Shutter Island, $13.3 million
4. Cop Out, $9.1 million
5. Avatar, $7.7 million
MICKEY ROURKE CLAIMS HE SLEPT WITH 14 WOMEN IN ONE NIGHT: At this time last year, Mickey Rourke was making headlines for his Oscar-nominated turn in The Wrestler, but now the focus is on -- his sex life. Commenting on the infidelities of a British soccer star, Rourke told London's The Sun, "Forget Ashley Cole, his behavior has nothing on a film star. WAGs [wives and girlfriends of soccer stars] get an easy time -- they should try living with Hollywood hellraisers. I once spent a weekend in the UK and had 14 women in one night."
DR. DREW GETS RESTRAINING ORDER: Dr. Drew Pinsky has procured a restraining order against his alleged stalker. Charles Pearson, who was accused of stalking the Celebrity Rehab star last week, has been ordered to stay away from the doctor, his wife and their three children. Pearson was arrested after sending threatening messages to Dr. Drew, claiming Pinsky placed a tracking device in his genitals and that he would kill his children and make his wife eat them.
'THE HURT LOCKER' DOMINATES THE 82ND ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS
The Hurt Locker won big last night (Sunday, March 8th) at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, scoring Oscars in some of the night's most prestigious categories, including best director and best picture. The Iraq War drama beat out the nine other best picture-nominated films -- winning six of nine awards. The event's other leading nominated film, Avatar, scored three nominations, including visual effects.
• Best Actor: Jeff Bridges, Crazy Heart
• Best Actress: Sandra Bullock, The Blind Side
• Best Director: Kathryn Bigelow, The Hurt Locker
• Best Picture: The Hurt Locker
Friday 3/5/10
TIGER WOODS' WIFE AGREES TO GIVE HIM A SECOND CHANCE
There's something to be said for the power of love and loyalty as reports have surfaced that Tiger Woods' wife Elin has agreed to move back in with the golfer. According to Radaronline.com, Elin agreed to move back in after going away with Tiger and their two kids last week. The decision was allegedly made earlier this week and on Wednesday, March 3rd, the couple spent three hours together at their house. A spy allegedly observed the couple hanging out in the backyard and saw Tiger kiss his wife on the cheek three times before they embraced in a hug. Elin and the children were renting a home about a mile away from the family compound. She moved out three months ago after Tiger was exposed as a serial cheater with at least 14 mistresses. Initially reports surfaced that Elin was actually done with the marriage and in the process of negotiating an $80 million divorce settlement from the golfer. Although he may have his family back, Woods has lost many of his major sponsors and been away from the game he loves for months. He just returned home after spending time in a sex addiction rehab center and is said to be trying to get into shape and looking forward to playing golf.
REPORT: JOHNNY DEPP'S GIRLFRIEND DOESN'T LIKE LOVE SCENES WITH ANGELINA
Johnny Depp's girlfriend supposedly demanded he quit The Tourist when she discovered the film involved a passionate love scene with Angelina Jolie. Although shooting on the project has already started, a source previously told the New York Post that Depp was "trying to [get out of the movie], They're talking about replacing him with [Jolie's partner] Brad Pitt or Leonardo DiCaprio."Jolie has a reputation for stealing her co-stars from their partners. She famously hooked up with Brad Pitt after they filmed Mr. and Mrs. Smith and years earlier, she stole Billy Bob Thorton away from fiance Laura Dern.
CW RENEWS 'SMALLVILLE': The CW has renewed Smallville for a 10th season. EW.com reports that the renewal is not surprising considering the series has "dramatically improved" the network's performance on the night in all major demo categories, including 74 percent in total viewers
NEW 'INDIANA JONES' MOVIE IN THE WORKS: Harrison Ford is working on the next film in the Indiana Jones franchise. PerezHilton.com reported that he described the potential follow-up by saying, "Steven [Spielberg] and George [Lucas] and I are sort of agreed on a germ of an idea and we're seeing what comes of it.
Thursday 3/4/10
BURT REYNOLDS RECOVERING AFTER HEART SURGERY: Burt Reynolds underwent quintuple bypass surgery last week. Entertainment Tonight confirmed the 74-year-old actor's heart ordeal, and said he is currently recovering at his Florida home with 24-hour nursing care. Reynolds has battled other health issues in recent years, including back surgery that led a prescription pill addiction and trip to rehab in 2009.
'GILLIGAN'S ISLAND' MOVIE IN THE WORKS: The latest TV to movie adaptation is . . . Gilligan's Island. E! reports that Warner Bros. is developing the 1960s sitcom into a film, although no script, director or actors have been decided.
SACHA BARON COHEN'S 'AVATAR' SKIT PULLED FROM OSCARS: What likely would have been the night's funniest moment has been nixed from the Oscar broadcast. New York Magazine reports that Sacha Baron Cohen had planned to appear on stage at the show as a blue-skinned Na'vi who is having James Cameron's love child, but his skit has been pulled because producers were scared he might offend James Cameron.
NEIL PATRICK HARRIS SAYS HE WON'T OPEN OSCARS: Despite a report on Deadline.com, Neil Patrick Harris says he will not be opening the Oscars. Harris tweeted, " Misinformation, I'm afraid. Should I maybe pull a Kanye, mid-show?"
MEGAN FOX SAYS SHE'S ONLY SLEPT WITH TWO PEOPLE
In her continued effort to downplay her sexuality, Megan Fox has gone public with her lifelong number of bedroom partners -- which she claims stands at two. The 23-year-old actress told Harper's Bazaar, "I've only been with two men my entire life. My childhood sweetheart and Brian (Austin Green)." She explained, "I can never have sex with someone that I don't love, ever. The idea makes me sick. I've never even come close to having a one-night stand."
Wednesday 3/3/10
JESSICA SIMPSON: "A LITTLE BIT ANGRY" WITH JOHN MAYER
Jessica Simpson says her phone has been ringing off the hook ever since singer-songwriter John Mayer dished on their sexual relationship to "Playboy" magazine. The singer made light of the situation during an appearance on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," airing today, but also said she was disappointed that Mayer would go public with the intimate details of their former relationship. In his controversial "Playboy" interview, Mayer likened Simpson to "a drug like crack-cocaine," adding, quote, "Sexually it was crazy. It was like napalm, sexual napalm." Simpson admits to being a "little bit angry" about the crude comments, but mostly disappointed. She said, quote, "There's nothing worse than being disappointed in somebody."
DONNY OSMOND TALKS ABOUT FAMILY TRAGEDY: Donny Osmond is speaking out following the weekend suicide of his sister Marie's son Michael. Donny told The Insider, "Whenever there's a situation where there needs to be rallying, the Osmonds rally around each other and support each other. And there's a lot of that going on right now." 18-year-old Michael jumped to his death from his Los Angeles apartment building last Friday, explaining in a note that his severe depression had become too much for him to handle.
WOMAN CLAIMS SHE HAD THREESOME WITH BROOKE MUELLER AND CHARLIE SHEEN The Charlie Sheen-Brooke Mueller saga continues to grow more scandalous. RadarOnline.com reports that the couple would have threesomes with other women -- and one is coming forward to dish on her experiences with the couple. An insider told Radar, "Brooke is bisexual. She and Charlie have had more than one woman share their bed in the short time they've been married." Another source added, "Some of the women they slept with together also did drugs with them." Brooke is currently being treated at home for crack and alcohol addictions while Charlie entered rehab last week, supposedly for cocaine and alcohol. The source said that it's unclear if the woman about to come forward saw the couple do drugs. According to Radar, the woman will tell her story within the next two weeks.
Tuesday 3/2/10
KENDRA WILKINSON GETTING RID OF BREAST IMPLANTS? A few months after the birth of her son, Kendra Wilkinson is rethinking the 34D breast implants she got before her Playboy days. The reality star recently said, "They're a little too big now. I've considered getting a breast reduction." In other Kendra news, the new mom tweeted on Monday (March 1st) that she was taking little Hank to meet ex-beau Hugh Hefner for the first time.
SEINFELD'S 'MARRIAGE REF' GETS GOOD RATINGS, BAD REVIEWS: 14.5 million viewers tuned it for the premiere of the Seinfeld-produced comedy game show The Marriage Ref -- but many weren't too happy with what they saw. Alan Sepinwall of The Star Ledger called it an "ugly, unfunny, patronizing mess," while Linda Holmes called it "painfully bad." Time magazine's said it was "the most God-awful mishmash of a comedy-variety show" and said it had a "corny, low-rent feel."
BILL CLINTON REACHES OUT TO TIGER WOODS
Former President Bill Clinton has lent his support to Tiger Woods. People.com reports that Clinton reached out to the golf star with a phone call. Matt McKenna, a rep for the former president, confirmed the communication, saying, quote, "President Clinton spoke with Tiger and wished him well."
Clinton has experienced his own personal scandals in the public eye, having been linked to multiple alleged mistresses during his political career. America's current Commander-in-Chief has not reached out to Woods, however. A White House source states that rumors that President Barack Obama contacted the 34-year-old are untrue.
Woods is reportedly in Arizona seeking therapy at a rehabilitation facility there.
ANDERSON COOPER LEAVING CNN? Anderson Cooper might be leaving CNN. PerezHilton.com reports that the newsman recently sat down with CBS News executives to discuss the future of Anderson's role with the network. Cooper currently contributes to 60 Minutes and sources speculate that the network might be interested in snagging him permanently as Katie Couric's five-year contract is up in 2011.
Monday 3/1/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- FEBRUARY 26-28
1. Shutter Island, $22.2 million
2. Cop Out, $18.6 million
3. The Crazies, $16.5 million
4. Avatar, $14 million
5. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, $9.8 million
GATORADE DROPS TIGER: Golfer Tiger Woods has lost another sponsor. Sports drink maker Gatorade officially severed its marketing ties with Woods, more than three months after news of his sex scandal broke. "We no longer see a role for Tiger in our marketing efforts and have ended our relationship," Gatorade spokeswoman Jennifer Schmit said on Friday. Gatorade stopped production of its Tiger Woods sports drinks in November, a decision the company made before Woods' numerous marital infidelities came to light. The company said it would maintain its support of the Tiger Woods Foundation.
JAY LENO RETURNS TO 'TONIGHT'
Following a dramatic hiatus, Jay Leno returns to television this evening as host of the Tonight Show. His first-night guests will be Jamie Foxx, Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn and Brad Paisley. Sarah Palin is set for Tuesday, along with Olympic snowboarder Shaun White and a performance by Adam Lambert.
ROB ZOMBIE DIRECTS TONIGHT'S "CSI: MIAMI"
Rocker-turned-director Rob Zombie is leaving his prints all over tonight's episode of "CSI: Miami." Zombie directs this new episode of the CBS crime drama which also guest stars his wife Sheri Moon Zombie as a Los Angeles photographer. The storyline finds David Caruso and Adam Rodriguez's characters Horatio and Delko traveling to L.A. when a secret from Jesse Cardoza's past threatens to resurface.Rob Zombie has directed several films in recent years including "House of 1000 Corpses," the 2007 remake of "Halloween," and its sequel. While film is passion for Zombie, the rocker has not abandoned his musical roots. He recently announced plans to tour with veteran shock rocker Alice Cooper on what's being billed as the "Gruesome Twosome" tour. The Rob Zombie-directed episode of "CSI: Miami" airs tonight on CBS at 10:00 pm Eastern.
Friday 2/26/10
"GROWING PAINS" ACTOR ANDREW KOENIG FOUND DEAD IN VANCOUVER PARK
Police in Vancouver, British Columbia are confirming that a body found in Vancouver's Stanley Park Thursday afternoon is indeed that of "Growing Pains" actor Andrew Koenig. Walter Koenig, the father of the 41-year-old actor was emotional in announcing the discovery of his son. The elder Koenig said his son took his own life. Police said they did not believe foul play was involved. Walter, who played Chekov in the original "Star Trek" TV series, acknowledged that Andrew had been depressed for sometime. In an emotional plea, Koenig and his wife Judith urged those who may be suffering from depression to get help. Andrew Koenig played Kirk Cameron's best friend Richard "Boner" Stabone on the 1980s sitcom "Growing Pains." The 41-year-old actor was last seen in the Vancouver area on Valentine's Day.
ACTOR SETH GREEN IS ENGAGED
He's irritated the guys on "Entourage" and played the son of Dr. Evil in the "Austin Powers" franchise. Now, Seth Green has a new role to assume, husband. E! Online reports Green is engaged to Clare Grant, an actress and model. The couple reportedly isn't divulging details about their upcoming nuptials at the moment. Green, who is 36-years-old, currently serves as executive producer for the animated series, "Robot Chicken" and will appear in the film "Mars Needs Moms" next. Grant has done voice work on "Robot Chicken." She has also acted with Christina Ricci in "Black Snake Moan."
'ZOOLANDER' SEQUEL IN THE WORKS: A sequel to Zoolander is reportedly in the works. Deadline.com reports that Paramount and Ben Stiller are pulling together a PG-13 Zoolander 2 with Tropic Thunder and Iron Man 2 writer Justin Theroux, who'll also direct. It's unclear if Owen Wilson will reprise his role, but sources say the villain likely will be Jonah Hill.
Thursday 2/25/10
CHARLIE SHEEN IN REHAB FOR COKE AND BOOZE: Charlie Sheen reportedly checked into rehab to address alcohol and cocaine addictions. RadarOnline.com reports that Sheen and wife Brooke Mueller had been partying all night with both substances on the night of the actor's arrest -- and a source claims "the partying didn't stop there. The insider told Radar, "He's used coke and been drinking many, many other times since then." However, "He loves his children and ultimately that's what convinced him to get help."
JENNY MCCARTHY AND JIM CARREY MAY MARRY FOR TAX PURPOSES
Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carrey have always maintained that they wouldn't marry -- but deep in the heart of tax season -- the duo is changing their tune. McCarthy recently told Usmagazine.com, "We say 'never,' but I don't know. Maybe for tax purposes, someday, when we are old." She added, "That's what we keep joking -- like, when we are 70! But for now, we're fine. We are really fine!" Meanwhile, the couple is about to become grandparents as Carey's daughter Jane is due to give birth next week. Of the impending arrival, McCarthy said, "I love it! I love, love, love it. I think I'm going to be the awesome grandma, the world's best, is what I say."
MATTHEW FOX ACCUSED OF CHEATING ON WIFE WITH STRIPPER
Matthew Fox is the latest married celeb caught in a cheating scandal. The National Enquirer claims that the Lost star had an affair with 26-year-old stripper Stefani Talbott. Cab driver Andi Watson claims she drove the couple to Talbott's townhouse on December 29th. She told the Enquirer,"They kissed and touched each other in the cab," adding that she picked them back up an hour and a half after the drop off, at which point, "they were more romantic than before, kissing a lot more and hugging each other."After dropping off Fox, Watson says she heard the stripper bragging to a friend that she had sex with the Lost star. Fox, who has been married for 18 years and has two children, denies the story.
MATT DAMON TO PLAY RFK; TURNED DOWN 'AVATAR' LEAD Matt Damon will reportedly play Robert F. Kennedy in an upcoming film based on His Life, the Evan Thomas biography. Deadline.com reports that the film will follow Kennedy "as he rises from the shadow of his slain brother, President John F. Kennedy, before being assassinated during his own 1968 presidential campaign." In other Damon news, James Cameron revealed that the actor turned down the lead role in Avatar. Another star who passed? Jake Gyllenhaal.
Wednesday 2/24/10
BRUCE WILLIS SAID THERE MAY BE ANOTHER 'DIE HARD': Bruce Willis is on board for a fifth installment in the Die Hard franchise. Starpulse.com quotes the actor as having said, "I think we're going to do a Die Hard 5 next year. I would hire Len Wiseman right now (to direct)." As for the plot -- Willis won't be too involved. He said, "It's got to go worldwide. That would be my contribution to it."
PRODUCTION RESUMING ON '24': Kiefer Sutherland is returning to the set of 24 on March 1st. 20th Century Fox confirmed that the actor has been cleared by physicians to return to work on the show following reported surgery on a cyst near his kidney.
CHARLIE SHEEN ENTERS REHAB
Charlie Sheen is back in rehab. A rep for the "Two and A Half Men" star says Sheen has entered a rehabilitation facility, quote, "as a preventative measure." Stan Rosenfield also said that the 44-year-old actor would take some time off from his CBS sitcom while undergoing treatment, and asked that Sheen's privacy be honored. Rosenfield would not provide any details on what type of rehabilitation Sheen was undergoing, and said no further statements were planned.
Sheen, who has been through rehab twice before, was charged earlier this month with assaulting and threatening his wife, Brooke Mueller, during a heated Christmas Day argument in Aspen, Colorado. The actor is free on bail and is expected back in court in Colorado on March 15th. Mueller also recently spent time in a rehab facility in Malibu, California until an alleged breach of privacy led to her early departure from the program. Mueller is reportedly seeking a new facility for rehabilitation for substance abuse.
PAULA ABDUL REPORTEDLY LANDS TALK SHOW ON OPRAH NETWORK Paula Abdul is reportedly taping a pilot for a talk show that would air on Oprah Winfrey's new network, OWN. The National Enquirer reported that the format will be "Oprah-inspired" -- with celebrity guests and real people telling inspirational stories. When asked if the hosting gig would conflict with potentially rejoining Simon Cowell on The X Factor, Paula supposedly replied, "Of course not. If Ellen DeGeneres can do it . . . so can I!"
Tuesday 2/23/10
GUESTS ANNOUNCED FOR LENO'S RETURN TO NBC'S "THE TONIGHT SHOW"
Jamie Foxx, Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn, and Brad Paisley will help welcome Jay Leno back as the host of NBC's "The Tonight Show." They're the guests slated to appear on Leno's first episode when he returns to the 11:35 p.m. Eastern time slot on Monday, March 1st. Other first week guests for "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" include former Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin, Olympic athletes Apolo Anton Ohno and Shaun White, and actors Morgan Freeman and Matthew McConaughey. TV personalities Meredith Vieira and Chelsea Handler, film director Jason Reitman, pop singer Avril Lavigne, and the cast of "Jersey Shore" will also visit with Jay in his first week back.
"GROWING PAINS" ACTOR STILL MISSING
The actor best known for his role as "Boner" on the hit 1980s sitcom "Growing Pains" is reportedly missing. Forty-one-year-old Andrew Koenig was last seen on February 14th in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was supposed to catch a flight back to the states two days later but never showed. Fellow actors, including Kevin Smith, Sarah Silverman and Alyssa Milano have taken to Twitter to help spread word of Koenig's disappearance. Koenig's father, actor Walter Koenig, portrayed Chekov on "Star Trek." Koenig's "Growing Pains" costar Kirk Cameron has said that he's "praying for" his missing colleague. Cameron also issued a statement on Monday that read, quote, "Andrew, if you're reading this, please call me."
BRET MICHAELS HINTS HE GETS FIRED EARLY ON 'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE'
Bret Michaels hinted that he'll be one of the first to hear Donald Trump's signature phrase when Celebrity Apprentice kicks off next month. When asked how it was possible that he doesn't know who wins the series, Michaels told us, "Well if you're not there you don't know. Let me just say this, if you want to see me on the show, tune in early."
He added that doing the show came with many challenges -- not the least of which was finding bandanas to match the show's professional attire. Celebrity Apprentice premieres on NBC on March 14th.
'KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS' IS MOST-WATCHED SERIES ON E!: Keeping Up With the Kardashians is officially the most-watched series in E! history. Sunday's season finale -- which featured the birth of Kourtney's son Mason -- brought in 4.8 million viewers, bringing the series average to 3.7 million.
Monday 2/22/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- FEBRUARY 19-21
1. Shutter Island, $40.2 million
2. Valentine's Day, $17.2 million
3. Avatar, $16.1 million
4. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, $15.3 million
5. The Wolfman, $9.8 million
ANGELINA JOLIE PHOTOGRAPHED WITH FATHER IN ITALY
It looks like Angelina Jolie and her father Jon Voight continue mending fences. TMZ.com reports that the two were photographed in Italy on Sunday. They were seen getting off a taxi boat in Venice. Jolie and Voight had been estranged for years after Voight made public comments about his daughter's mental health in 2001. They reportedly began reconciling their differences last fall.
HOGANS SETTLE LAWSUIT: Hulk and Nick Hogan have settled the lawsuit brought against them by John Graziano, the passenger in Nick's car who was seriously injured during the reality star's 2007 crash. TMZ.com reported that the Hogan's attorney would not reveal the terms of the settlement but is "pleased as this was in the best interest of John." He added that the decision was "as painless as possible" for families
'DEADLIEST CATCH' STAR ARRESTED: Deadliest Catch star Jake Harris was arrested in Seattle on drunk driving and hit and run charges after crashing his car last Thursday (February 18th) night. People magazine reports that the 24-year-old has been struggling with grief following the death of his father, Captain Phil Harris, earlier this month. Washington State Patrol spokesman Dan McDonald said, "He failed a field sobriety test and refused to take a toxicological test. After further investigation, it was found that he was involved in a hit and run with another occupied vehicle earlier in the evening. He had rear-ended another car." His bail was set at $2,000.
Friday 2/19/10
TINA FEY TO BRING BACK PALIN IMPRESSION? Tina Fey will host Saturday Night Live in April -- and will likely reprise her famed Sarah Palin impression. The 30 Rock star told the Associated Press that "it's inevitable that we'll try it, at least," but noted, "we'll see if it makes it to air." Fey previously said that the hype surrounding her impression in 2008 was "the strangest thing that's ever happened to me."
OLYMPICS BEAT 'AMERICAN IDOL' IN RATINGS
American Idol was finally ousted from its perch atop the television ratings on Wednesday (February 17th) night. The Nielsen Company said that during the hour Idol and the Olympics competed against one another -- the Olympics were seen by 30.1 million people while only 18.4 million watched Idol. It marked the first time in six years that anything has beaten American Idol head to head in the ratings. Idol had beaten the Olympics on Tuesday night by a margin of four million viewers.Wednesday's Olympics featured gold medal victories by Americans Lindsey Vonn, Shaun White and Shani Davis.
NICOLAS CAGE EMBARRASSED BY FINANCIAL CRISIS
Nicolas Cage is opening up about his massive financial crisis that made headlines across the world. ShowbizSpy.com quotes the actor as having said he wanted to "crawl up and hide" after learning that he was millions of dollars in debt. The actor said that his former manager Samuel Levin advised him to buy properties around the world -- the decision that Cage blames for "ruining me financially." Cage said that he's beginning to pay back the money he owes -- including $6 million in back taxes from 2007 alone -- explaining, "I have a new manager now, so I'm halfway there. And I will pay off all those debts, to the last cent." He added, "I have a responsibility for my sons and my wife. I have to get back on my feet." Cage and his wife Alice Kim have a four year-old son named Kal-El and he also has a 19-year-old son from a previous relationship. At one time Cage owned a jet, two yachts, three castles, two islands in the Bahamas and a number of mansions. It was also revealed during his ordeal that he once spent $276,000 on a 67-million-year-old dinosaur skull.
Thursday 2/18/10
KEVIN EUBANKS TWEETS ABOUT FUTURE: Kevin Eubanks is clearing up reports that he's leaving the Tonight Show. Jay Leno's sidekick and band leader tweeted on Thursday, "I'll still be around on the show, but less as of now. I'll tweet when a definite plan is set. " It was reported earlier in the week that Eubanks would eventually be leaving the show to pursue other projects -- but would be around for Leno's March 1st return to Tonight.
'FUNNY OR DIE' PREMIERING ON HBO: Funny or Die, Will Ferrell's internet creation with Adam McKay, is coming to television. A sketch comedy show called Funny or Die Presents premieres on HBO this Friday, featuring clips from the comedy video website. Ferrell called the HBO deal, "the missing link moment where TV and Internet finally merge."
TIGER WOODS TO MAKE PUBLIC STATEMENT TOMORROW
Golfer Tiger Woods will make his first public comments in months tomorrow. The world's number-one golfer will make a statement at 11 a.m. Eastern at PGA TOUR Headquarters in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Public relations expert Frasier Seitel says the golfer's decision to make a statement is fairly predictable. Beyond that, Seitel says Woods should announce an upcoming schedule, then he needs to stop talking. Woods has admitted to cheating on his wife, and was hospitalized the day after Thanksgiving in connection with a single-car collision outside his home. The crash was followed by multiple reports of affairs for the 34-year-old golfing great. Woods will not take any questions tomorrow when he talks about the scandal in Florida.
"TWILIGHT'S" KRISTEN STEWART PLAYS AGAINST TYPE IN NEW FILM
Kristen Stewart is playing against type in her current film. The actress -- known around the globe as sensitive high schooler Bella in the "Twilight" franchise -- is Mallory, a pot-smoking, foul-mouthed teen prostitute in "Welcome To The Rileys." The independent drama costars James Gandolfini -- of "Sopranos" fame -- as Doug Riley, a married man grieving the loss of his daughter. When Doug and Mallory cross paths in New Orleans' French Quarter, drama ensues. "Welcome To The Rileys" is now at the Berlin Film Festival. It premiered at Sundance in January and is slated for a fall 2010 release in the U.S.
Wednesday 2/17/10
'TAXI DRIVER' SEQUEL REPORTEDLY IN THE WORKS: Rumors are swirling that Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro are teaming up for a sequel to their 1976 classic, Taxi Driver. Starpulse.com reports that industry gossip at the Berlin International Film Festival included reports that the new movie would be a collaboration between Scorsese and Danish director Lars Von Trier, and would see De Niro reprise his role as troubled New York taxi driver Travis Bickle. Taxi Driver screenwriter Paul Schrader recently told the New York Post, "I was talking with Martin Scorsese about doing a sequel to Taxi Driver, where (Travis Bickle) is older."
REPORT: "TONIGHT SHOW" BAND LEADER EUBANKS MAKING EXIT PLANS
Jay Leno is losing his musical wing man. According to the "New York Times'" "Arts Beat" blog, Leno's longtime band leader Kevin Eubanks is making plans to leave the "Tonight Show" band after Leno returns to NBC's late night lineup on March 1st. Eubanks is reportedly in the process of working out the terms of his departure although no specific date has been set for his last night with Leno. NBC was guarded in its statement about Eubanks' pending departure. The network said, quote, "Kevin has expressed interest in pursuing personal touring and recording opportunities; however he will be with the show when it returns." There's no word on a replacement for Eubanks.
JAMES CAMERON TO WRITE "AVATAR" PREQUEL NOVEL
As "Avatar" fever continues to burn across the globe, there are reports that James Cameron is writing a companion novel to the film. One of "Avatar's" producers -- Jon Landau -- told "MTV News" that Cameron is planning a prequel novel that provides background on many of the film's characters. Landau said, quote, "It would be something that would lead up to telling the story of the movie, but it would go into much more depth about all the stories that we didn't have time to deal with -- like the schoolhouse and Sigourney [Weaver's character] teaching at the schoolhouse; Jake on earth and his backstory and how he came here; [the death of] Tommy, Jake's brother; and Colonel Quaritch, how he ended up there and all that." Landau added that he hopes the Cameron-penned prequel will be available by the end of this year.
FRIDAY 2/12/10
ALEC BALDWIN 'FINE' AFTER HOSPITALIZATION; REP BLAMES SITUATION ON 'MISUNDERSTANDING' Alec Baldwin is "completely fine" after being examined at a New York City hospital early Thursday (February 11th) morning.
Baldwin's 14-year-old daughter Ireland called 911 after finding her father "unresponsive," while a law enforcement source told the Associated Press that Ireland told 911 that her dad had threatened to take pills during an argument.
The 30 Rock star's rep disputed the rumors, releasing a statement that read, "This was a misunderstanding on one person's part. Alec was quickly released from the hospital he's completely fine and will be at work today. If there was any real issue or concern, he wouldn't have been released from the hospital so quickly."A source close to Baldwin told Us Weekly, "There were no drugs. There was no alcohol. And there were no pills or threat of pills." Baldwin's relationship with his daughter became national news several years ago after a voicemail he left for Ireland -- in which he called her "a pig" -- was leaked to the public.
DENNIS HOPPER GRANTED RESTRAINING ORDER FROM WIFE
Dennis Hopper is forging ahead his divorce, slamming claims that he's incapable of making his own decisions and going so far as to say that contact with his estranged wife is practically killing him. TMZ.com got a hold of legal papers filed on behalf of the cancer-ridden actor in which his doctor said that wife Victoria has "repeatedly subjected [him] to severe emotional distress." He continued, "The presence of his estranged wife is hampering Mr. Hopper's present cancer care. It is my belief and recommendation that the less Mr. Hopper has to do with his estranged wife at this time, the more likely he is to have his life extended."Meanwhile, a judge granted Hopper a restraining order on Thursday that orders Victoria to stay 10 feet away from Dennis, his adult son, Henry, his daughter, Marin and his assistant, Emily Davis. Dennis filed for divorce from Victoria last month, however she claims Dennis' adult children are orchestrating his decision in an effort to cut her out of his will.
RUMORED SIMON COWELL REPLACEMENT OF THE DAY: CONAN O'BRIEN
The latest rumor about Simon Cowell's American Idol replacement involves none other than Conan O'Brien. Media Life magazine claims that Fox executives have already put out their "feelers" to see if the former Tonight Show host would be interested in the gig. HollyScoop.com quoted a source as having said, "Idol bosses think he'd be a huge draw now after all that Leno fuss."O'Brien's rep told Gossip Cop, "He is in no way considering this."
PENELOPE CRUZ JOINING 'PIRATES'? Penelope Cruz is in talks to star alongside Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. The Hollywood Reporter announced the possible collaboration, noting that Cruz worked with Pirates director Rob Marshall on Nine.
'THE HANGOVER' CREW WORKING HARD ON SEQUEL: The Hangover sequel is in full-on development. PerezHilton.com reported that Bradley Cooper recently got together with costars Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis and Justin Bartha and brainstormed some ideas for the follow-up
Thursday 2/11/10
"THE ELLLEN DEGENERES SHOW" RENEWED, ELLEN'S "IDOL" DEBUT SCORES HIGH RATINGS
It looks like Ellen DeGeneres is enjoying a successful week in Hollywood. Deadline.com reports that Warner Brothers Domestic Television has renewed her daily talk show through 2014. The announcement follows DeGeneres' "American Idol" debut, which drew a large audience for FOX Tuesday night. According to E! News, 27-point-seven-million people tuned in to the hit reality series. Tuesday night's broadcast was watched by three-million more people than the previous Tuesday's episode, and by one-million more people than "American Idol's" Hollywood week premiere last year. DeGeneres' debut was also this season's most watched episode since the premiere. FOX airs "American Idol" on Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
"DEADLIEST CATCH" CAPTAIN HARRIS DIES
Captain Phil Harris from the Discovery Channel's "Deadliest Catch" reality show has died. Harris' death was announced on the network's website late Tuesday night. He suffered a stroke on January 30th while his crab ship, the Cornelia Marie, was in dock. Harris was found unconscious in the ship's stateroom and was airlifted to an Anchorage, Alaska hospital for 12 hours of surgery. Even though Harris was placed in a medically-induced coma after surgery, he was showing signs of improvement last week. The Discovery Channel released a statement mourning the loss, calling Captain Harris a "dear friend and colleague." The network said viewers will miss, quote, "his straightforward honesty, wicked sense of humor and enormous heart." Harris had been a fisherman for 32 years and was captain of the Seattle-based Cornelia Marie for 18 years. His two sons worked on the ship with him. "Deadliest Catch" features several fishing boats and their colorful crewmembers as they fish for crab in the waters off Alaska. Captain Phil Harris was 53.
NEW SPIDER-MAN FILM TO GET 3-D TREATMENT
Fans of the Spider-Man film franchise will get a chance to get up close and personal with the web slinging superhero on the big screen. Sony Pictures has announced that the next installment of the comic book action series will be in 3-D. The still-untitled film, is set to begin production later this year, and will be directed by Marc Webb. It's still not known who will suit up for the Spider-Man role this go-around as Tobey Maguire has announced he will not be back for a fourth film. The new movie is being called a "reboot" and is expected to focus on Peter Parker and his Spider-Man alter ego during his teen years. Columbia Pictures and Marvel Studios hope to have the 3-D Spider-Man in theaters, beginning July 3rd, 2012.
Wednesday 2/10/10
24 HEADED TO THEATERS? 24 looks like it's finally headed to the big screen. Variety reports that Twentieth Century Fox has hired a writer to pen a script for a feature version of the hit show, which is now in its eighth season. Sources told Variety that the film would likely take Kiefer Sutherland's Jack Bauer to Europe. It's been reported that Sutherland himself is behind the film project and would serve as an executive producer.
CHRISTOPHER NOLAN HELPING OUT WITH NEW SUPERMAN: Christopher Nolan -- the Oscar-nominated writer-director of The Dark Knight -- has agreed to "mentor" development on a new Superman movie. Nolen will oversee the Superman flick, while continuing to work on the script for the highly-anticipated third Batman film.
BROOKE MUELLER WANTS CHARGES AGAINST CHARLIE DROPPED: A day after Charlie Sheen was charged with felony menacing, third-degree assault and criminal mischief for allegedly assaulting his wife Brooke Mueller -- her lawyer said she wants the charges dismissed. "Brooke would like this case to be over and charges dismissed so they can get on with their lives." However, criminal defense attorney Richard Bloch, noted, that it's unlikely Mueller's wish will be granted. but noted that Sheen will probably be given probation, community service and a fine.
DREW BARRYMORE BRINGING 'CHARLIE'S ANGEL'S BACK TO TV? Drew Barrymore is reportedly going to resurrect Charlie's Angeles on television. StarPulse.com reports that the actress -- who produced and starred in two film adaptations of the 1970s show -- is currently looking for a new trio of sexy crime fighters and insists they must be "incredibly capable, but not take themselves too seriously. That's a tough combination to find.
TOM CRUISE REPORTEDLY SET FOR MI:4: Tom Cruise is set to reprise his role as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible 4. GossipCop.com confirmed that the film is a go and said that it's expected to begin shooting this summer for a Memorial Day 2011 release.
Tuesday 2/9/10
'LOST' STAR STAYING IN HAWAII: Lost star Daniel Dae Kim isn't leaving Hawaii once the ABC hit wraps for good this season. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Kim has landed a lead role on CBS's Hawaii Five-0 remake, on which he'll play Detective Chin Ho Kelly, a sidekick role played in the original series by Kam Fong. Kim is the first actor from the Lost's core cast to book a new series project this pilot season as the mystery drama heads to its May finale.
BRANGELINA SUING TABLOID OVER SPLIT STORY
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are suing over a recent tabloid story that claimed the pair had broken up. The couple's lawyer, Keith Schilling said on Monday (February 8th) that Brangelina started legal proceedings against Britain's News of the World for making "false allegations about their relationship." He also made it clear that the couple is still together, adding, "We can confirm unequivocally . . . that the allegations published by the News of the World are false as well as intrusive."To further disprove the rumors, Brad and Angelina -- who in past months have rarely been spotted together -- attended the Super Bowl together this past weekend and put on a public display of affection.
HOWARD STERN CONFIRMS "AMERICAN IDOL" RUMORS Howard Stern is confirming reports suggesting he may be in the running to take Simon Cowell's seat on Fox's "American Idol." On his satellite show Monday, Stern told listeners, quote, "It might be possible, we'll see." The "shock jock" is in the final year of his 500-million-dollar contract with Sirius XM, which is set to expire in January of 2011. He says he'll do "Idol" if the price is right. Stern says, quote, "A hundred-million [dollar paycheck] to judge a karaoke contest? Yeah, I think I would do that show for 100-million...What a cush job: 100-million for four months. Who wouldn't take that?" The outspoken talk-show host also says he's ready to fill the seat of the show's toughest judge. In fact, he thinks he's the best choice to replace Cowell. Stern says, quote, "How else are they going to make that show work? Who knows how to broadcast and who knows how to be interesting? And who's not afraid to speak their mind?"
SUPER BOWL 44 MOST WATCHED TV SHOW EVER Sunday's Super Bowl game between the Saints and Colts has scored a historic ratings touchdown. The Nielsen Company reports 106-point-five million people watched the contest, topping the former record holder, the 1983 finale of "MASH." Nielsen overnight data found 68-percent of American households that had a TV set turned on were watching the game. Last year's contest in which Pittsburgh beat Arizona had about ten-percent fewer viewers at 98-point-seven million.
Nielsen numbers indicate there were more TV sets, 82-percent, tuned to the big game in the Big Easy than any other major city in the U.S. Indianapolis had 74-percent of sets tuned to the game to watch their Colts lose. That's only the fourth highest rating in the nation behind Washington, DC and Nashville.
Monday 2/8/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- FEBRUARY 5-7
1. Dear John, $32.4 million
2. Avatar, $23.6 million
3. From Paris With Love, $8.1 million
4. Edge of Darkness, $7 million
5. The Tooth Fairy, $6.5 million
RUMORS OF TIGER WOODS' RETURN TO GOLF
If the rumors are true, Tiger Woods fans may get to see the golf star back in action next month. TMZ.com cites a source who works for the Woods family as saying that the 34-year-old athlete has plans to play the Tavistock Cup. The event will take place at the Isleworth Golf & Country Club in Orlando, Florida on March 22nd and March 23rd. TMZ also reports that Woods will travel from Orlando to Georgia following the Tavistock Cup to prepare for The Masters. The news follows months of personal controversy for Woods. Following his November 2009 car collision outside his Florida home, rampant reports of alleged infidelity surfaced.
TAYLOR LAUTNER TO PLAY STRETCH ARMSTRONG: Taylor Lautner has signed on to star in an upcoming action film about the bendable childhood figurine, Stretch Armstrong. A rep for Universal Pictures said, "In the past two years, Taylor has emerged as a real star at the global box office. He brings the perfect balance of energy and athleticism to the role of an unlikely super hero with a fantastic super power. We couldn't be more pleased that he has agreed to be our Stretch."
CHARLIE SHEEN LAUGHS OFF STOLEN CAR INCIDENT
Charlie Sheen isn't too spooked by the Friday (February 5th) incident where his Mercedes-Benz was stolen and later found at the bottom of a ravine. The Two and a Half Men star laughed about the situation, "chuckling" to reporters later that evening, "How do I put this? Somebody stole it from my driveway and then pushed it off a cliff." He continued, "That's pretty much it in a nut shell and it's an interesting way to start your day! Luckily nobody was hurt." Sheen, who Extra reported seemed upbeat, added, "I never thought I would be faced with a reality as such but just when you thought you've seen everything, things like this happen. It keeps life interesting I suppose."The LAPD is currently investigating the case and it is being treated as an auto theft investigation. E! reported that Sheen left the keys in the ignition before the car was stolen-- and the garage door was open. Meanwhile, TMZ.com reports that Sheen's car wasn't the only one stolen recently. Sources told the website that a photographer shooting the actor's fallen vehicle discovered a Bentley that had apparently gone over the same cliff.
Friday 2/5/10
BRITTANY MURPHY CAUSE OF DEATH REVEALED
Despite her family's insistence to the contrary, drugs did play a role in Brittany Murphy's death. A coroner announced on Thursday (February 4th) that the 32-year-old actress died from multiple drug intoxication, pneumonia and "iron deficiency anemia" in what has been deemed an accidental death. Murphy was found unresponsive in her home on December 20th, where she was staying with husband Simon Monjack and her mother Sharon Murphy. Both have stated that they believed Brittany's death was due to a congenital heart murmur and denied rumors that the actress used drugs or suffered from an eating disorder. They also said that she'd been suffering from laryngitis and flu-like symptoms in the days before her death. Assistant Chief Ed Winter told People magazine that the drugs found in Murphy's system were not illegal, explaining, "It was only prescription and over-the-counter meds." However, he added, "This death could've been preventable. Murphy was planning on seeing a doctor, but she unfortunately passed away before she did. This was a case of a person with pneumonia who was anemic (having a low blood count) who was taking medication when she should've been getting medical treatment."
CASEY JOHNSON DIED FROM DIABETES
Casey Johnson is one young starlet whose death was not related to drugs.. The Los Angeles coroner announced on Thursday (January 4th) that the 30-year-old heiress's death was caused by diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition caused when a diabetic does not have enough insulin in her system. Her passing was deemed natural, and not due to drugs or even suicide, as some speculated.People magazine reports that after Johnson's body was found on January 4th, law enforcement discovered hypodermic needles in her home and they suspected that she partied the night before she died and did not take her insulin. No illicit drugs were found. Officials say a detailed report on her death will be released within the next two weeks.
JENNIFER ANISTON WANTS TO DATE A RICH BUSINESSMAN
Jennifer Aniston is reportedly swearing off famous guys. Sources told Usmagazine.com that the actress's split from John Mayer left her "really messed up and heartbroken," so now she's through dating actors and musicians.
An insider told the magazine, "She wants to be set up with a wealthy businessman, not a celebrity."
SUPER BOWL XLIV PREVIEW
The Indianapolis Colts will take on the New Orleans Saints in Super Bowl XLIV (44) on Sunday (February 7th) at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Florida. The official kick-off is 6:25 ET on CBS.
Chris Daughtry, Steve Winwood and Queen Latifah will perform during the Super Bowl pre-game tailgate party, which kicks off at 2 p.m. Carrie Underwood will sing the national anthem, and Queen Latifah will perform "America the Beautiful." The Who will play this year's halftime show, performing a 12 minute- medley of songs. Barenaked Ladies will play the Super Bowl Saturday Night event with O.A.R. and Robert Randolph & The Family Band.
Thursday 2/4/10
LEIF GARRETT ARRESTED: Former teen idol Leif Garrett was arrested on Monday (February 1st) after police approached him on a subway platform in Los Angeles because he was exhibiting "pronounced symptoms" of drug dependency, such as "shaking and sweating." ABC News reports that a subsequent search revealed that Garrett was in possession of heroin. He was released on bail on Wednesday and is due back in court on February 24 to face charges in the case. The 48-year-old was arrested for possession of heroin in 2006 and sentenced to 90 days in jail after opting out of drug treatment.
PAMELA ANDERSON ON 'DANCING WITH THE STARS?': Pamela Anderson is reportedly in talks to be one of the contestants on the upcoming season of Dancing With the Stars. RadarOnline.com reports that Anderson and the show have all agreed to terms for a deal, although it won't be officially announced for a while.
FINALE DATE ANNOUNCED FOR 'LOST': The series finale of Lost will air on May 23rd, the show's producers announced on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse revealed that the finale airs on a Sunday -- a departure from its usual weekday time slot. Meanwhile, Tuesday night's premiere drew over 12 million viewers.
FOX CHIEF SAYS THERE ARE 'NO REAL NEGOTIATIONS' YET WITH CONAN O'BRIEN
Conan O'Brien and Fox are in talks, but a concrete deal sounds very far away. According to his NBC severance, O'Brien can start a new talk show in September. Although there have been rumors about a deal with Fox, nothing has been finalized . . . yet. According to Hollywood Reporter, News Corp. Chairman and CEO Rupert Murdoch says, "Sure, there have been some conversations," but adds that "no real negotiations" have taken place. Apparently there are different options on the table, and if Fox can find a way to "make a profit," the network "would do it in a flash." One issue, Murdoch says, is the timing of a late night talk show. Fox's affiliate TV stations run profitable syndicated programming in the 11-11:30 p.m. slot. So starting O'Brien at 11 p.m. instead of 11:30 p.m. would lead to "difficult negotiations" for the network.
Wednesday 2/3/10
GIBSON SWEARS AT CHICAGO REPORTER WHILE PROMOTING FILM
It looks like Mel Gibson's attempt at a comeback has hit a small road bump. TMZ.com reports that when the Oscar-winner appeared on a Chicago TV station on Tuesday to promote "Edge of Darkness," he had a tense exchange with a reporter that resulted in an expletive. WGN-TV reporter Dean Richards grilled Gibson via satellite about his public image in the wake of his 2006 DUI arrest and subsequent anti-semitic rant. After Gibson said, quote, "Let's move on, dude," Richards quickly wrapped up the segment with a plug for the 54-year-old actor's film. Apparently thinking the interview was over, Gibson was then caught muttering an expletive beginning with the letter "A." MATTHEW BRODERICK STARRING IN NEW NBC SHOW: Matthew Broderick will star in a new comedy on NBC. PerezHilton.com reports that the network just gave the green night to Beach Lane, in which Broderick will star as "a celebrity author hired by an irresponsible millionaire heir to run his struggling small-town newspaper in the Hamptons." Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels will executive produce.
"BOSTON LEGAL" ACTOR KILLED IN CAR CRASH
Justin Mentell, a TV actor who worked on the William Shatner legal drama "Boston Legal," is dead following a car crash near Madison, Wisconsin. According to the "Wisconsin State Journal," Mentell was killed when his Jeep hit two trees after going down a steep embankment in a rural area. The Iowa County Sheriff's department says the crash was called in at about 8:30 am Monday. Mentell was reportedly not wearing a seat belt. The 27-year-old actor played Garrett Wells on ABC's "Boston Legal" from 2005 to 2006. His credits also include Disney's 2009 live action family feature "G-Force." Born in Austin, Texas, IMDB.com says Mentell was also a former member of the U.S. Junior National Speed Skating team.
'AMERICAN PSYCHO' COMING TO BROADWAY: The movie American Psycho is being adapted into a Broadway musical. Duncan Sheik, who previously composed Spring Awakening, will be writing the music and lyrics, and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, a writer on HBO's Big Love, is writing the script. The 1991 Brett Easton Ellis satire, centering around a Wall Street banker living a double life as a psychopathic serial killer, was adapted by Mary Harmon in 2000 into a film and starred Christian Bale.
Tuesday 2/2/10
"DEADLIEST CATCH'S" PHIL HARRIS HOSPITALIZED FOLLOWING STROKE
One of the stars of the Discovery Channel's "Deadliest Catch" is in the hospital following a serious health scare. E! News is reporting that Phil Harris is in an Alaskan hospital after suffering a stroke. The incident occurred last Friday while Harris was offloading his rig, the "Cornelia Marie." A statement on the Discovery Channel's website reads, quote, "Captain Phil is resting comfortably and is in the care of excellent doctors and nurses." Harris has been a star on "Deadliest Catch" ever since the show premiered in 2005. His health was a focal point of the show in 2008 when a blood clot passed through his lungs. Doctors said Harris was fortunate that the pulmonary embolism didn't kill him. Phil Harris' sons, Josh and Jake, are both at their father's side in the hospital, and, quote, "thank everyone for their heartfelt thoughts and prayers."
UPDATE: RIP TORN HEADS TO REHAB AFTER ARREST
Actor Rip Torn has been released from custody following his arrest Friday for allegedly breaking into a Salisbury bank while intoxicated. Torn was arraigned on charges of burglary, possession of a firearm while intoxicated and other offenses in Bantam Superior Court. Torn's attorney Thomas Waterfall says the actor will be entering a rehabilitation facility in New York state immediately. Waterfall said, quote, "I believe that he's been in treatment before. How long this particular rehab will last is dependent upon him and how he responds to whatever treatment there is." His attorney told the judge that Torn thought he was at his home when he entered the bank. State police say his blood-alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit to drive a motor vehicle when he was arrested. Torn was freed on 100-thousand dollars bond, and is due back in court February 17th.
FINAL SEASON OF "LOST" BEGINS TONIGHT, ANSWERS TO THE UNKNOWN TO UNFOLD
The final chapter in the crash of Oceanic flight 815 begins tonight on the sixth and final season of ABC's "Lost." It's the season die-hard fans have been waiting for, as answers behind the mysterious island and its inhabitants are finally revealed, and the fate of the crash survivors known as the Oceanic Six become known. "Lost" premiered on September 22nd, 2004 to critical acclaim and has attracted a devoted following since its first episode. The series has won numerous industry awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series in 2005, and has left its mark pop culture, inspiring comic books, novels and video games. Fan anticipation for "Lost's" sixth season premiere reached a fever pitch last month when word got out about a possible scheduling conflict with President Obama's State Of The Union address. Anxiety was quickly quelled however when White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs made reference to the show during a press briefing. Gibbs told reporters that he did not foresee a scenario in which the President's speech would preempt tonight's three-hour season premiere. It didn't. The President's speech went on as planned last Tuesday. "Lost" fans will have their moment tonight. Catch the sixth and final season premiere of "Lost" tonight on ABC, starting at 8:00 pm Eastern
Monday 2/1/10
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- JANUARY 29-31
1. Avatar, $30 million
2. Edge of Darkness, $17.1 million
3. When in Rome, $12.1 million
4. The Tooth Fairy, $10 million
5. The Book of Eli, $8.8 million
BRAD AND ANGELINA STEP OUT TOGETHER
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie attempted to disprove widespread rumors of split with a public date to the Director's Guild of America Awards on Saturday (January 30th) night. Pitt was scheduled to attend the event, where he introduced his Inglorious Basterds director, Quentin Tarantino, but Jolie's appearance was a surprise. An eyewitness told GossipCop.com, "They were smiling, happy and seemed to be enjoying a night out together. They shared a few private jokes... Angelina laughed a number of times after Brad whispered stuff in her ear." Another onlooker noted that Pitt, "kept his hand -- a few times- on the small of [Angelina's] back. It was sweet."
MISS VIRGINIA CROWNED MISS AMERICA
Miss Virginia, Caressa Cameron, is the new Miss America. The 22-year-old broadcast journalism student outlasted 52 other competitors to clinch the Miss America title and a 50-thousand-dollar scholarship at the long standing pageant, now in its 89th. The Miss America judges' panel included radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh, actress Vivica Fox, smooth jazz artist Dave Koz, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, Miss America 2002 Katie Harman and former "American Idol" finalist Brooke White.
ACTOR RIP TORN ARRESTED, CHARGED IN BANK BREAK-IN
Rip Torn has a date with the courts today in Salisbury, Connecticut. The veteran actor was arrested Friday night for allegedly breaking into a small bank while drunk and armed with a loaded revolver. According to the "Register Citizen," the 78-year-old allegedly broke into a Litchfield Bancorp building setting off an alarm. Police responded and found Torn. A police statement indicated the officers found the actor "with a loaded revolver and highly intoxicated." Torn is charged with burglary, criminal trespass, carrying a gun without a permit and carrying a firearm while intoxicated. The award-winning actor starred in such films as "Dodgeball" and "Men in Black," which co-starred Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith.
Friday 1/29/10
REPORT: "IDOL" JUDGES DEGENERES, COWELL AREN'T TALKING
Brand-new "American Idol" judge Ellen DeGeneres and veteran judge Simon Cowell have only just begun working together on this season's show, but there are already reports circulating that say the two aren't talking. Reports suggest the two didn't get off to a good start when Cowell arrived late to a taping of the show recently. "Deadline Hollywood" reported earlier this week that DeGeneres "stewed" while waiting for Cowell to arrive. She was reportedly so steamed she requested that Fox alternative programming chief Mike Darnell should, quote, "hurry up and pick" Cowell's replacement. Meanwhile, a source tells RadarOnline.com, quote, "There's two camps on the show this season...It seems as if Ellen has decided to try to take control since Simon is on his way out and that's created problems."
AUTHOR J.D. SALINGER DIES AT AGE 91
Author Jerome David or "J.D." Salinger, who wrote the 1951 literary classic "The Catcher in the Rye," has died at the age of 91. Known for being reclusive, he had not published an original work since 1965. The author's agent Phyllis Westberg said Salinger died Wednesday of natural causes at his home in New Hampshire. Born in New York City in 1919, Salinger sought to seclude himself from the fame he garnered because of "The Catcher in the Rye." Salinger also is known for his works "Nine Stories," "Franny and Zooey," "Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters" and "Seymour: An Introduction."
TIGER WOODS VISITED BY ELIN IN REHAB; MORE DETAILS EMERGE ABOUT CRASH
Tiger Woods reportedly received his first visit from wife Elin Nordegren at the Mississippi rehab center where he's receiving therapy for sexual addiction. Elin spent several days at the Gentle Path Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, before returning home to Orlando, Florida, on Sunday (January 24th). "The marriage is not over. They both want to save it," a source told RadarOnline.com. Meanwhile, more details are emerging about what happened between Tiger and Elin just before his car crash in his driveway last Thanksgiving, the event that brought to light the golf pro's massive cheating. According to TheDailyBeast.com, Elin set things in motion on November 27th by impersonating her husband in a text to Rachel Uchitel, his number one mistress. According to the report, Tiger put Elin on the phone with Rachel so the party hostess could convince Elin that her relationship with Tiger was purely platonic, but later a suspicious Elin texted Rachel pretending to be Tiger and Rachel texted back. Elin then called Rachel. Meanwhile Tiger had taken Ambien and was groggy when Elin woke him screaming about the affair. Soon after, Tiger texted Rachel but Elin found the text and chased Tiger from the house, where he climbed into that SUV and never made it past the driveway after crashing into a tree. According to People.com, Elin is waiting until Tiger completes his rehab before deciding whether to file for divorce or not.
Thursday 1/28/10
CONAN O'BRIEN PILOT GETS PICKED UP BY NBC
Conan O'Brien's tumultuous relationship with NBC is not over yet. Although the network publicly dethroned O'Brien as host of the Tonight Show, NBC has picked up the pilot of a one-hour show called Justice from Conan's production company, Conaco. E! reports that a clause in Conan's $45 million exit deal specified that his production company would stay with NBC Universal until the end of development season. O'Brien will serve as executive producer on the hour-long drama, which is about a judge who quits the Supreme Court to start his own legal practice.
ABC CANCELS 'UGLY BETTY': ABC has canceled Ugly Betty. EW.com reports that the network recently informed the show's producers that its current fourth season will also be its last -- and ABC has trimmed the show's episode order from 22 to 20. Executive producer Silvio Horta and ABC president Steve McPherson confirmed the news in a joint statement: "We've mutually come to the difficult decision to make this Ugly Betty's final season, and are announcing now as we want to allow the show ample time to write a satisfying conclusion. We are extremely proud of this groundbreaking series, and felt it was important to give the fans a proper farewell."
WRESTLER CHRIS JERICHO ARRESTED AT GAS STATION FOR BEING DRUNK: WWE wrestler Chris Jericho was arrested at a Kentucky gas station early Wednesday (January 27) morning for being "extremely intoxicated" in public, TMZ.com reports. Jericho and fellow wrestler Greg "Hurricane" Helms were both arrested at around 5 AM for "alcohol intoxication in a public place." The wrestlers were released on $120 bond.
BRITTANY MURPHY'S HUSBAND TO FILE WRONGFUL DEATH SUIT? Brittany Murphy's husband reportedly plans to file a wrongful death lawsuit against Warner Brothers, claiming that the studio is responsible for the 32-year-old's fatal heart attack. Simon Monjack told The Daily Beast that Murphy was devastated after losing a role in the sequel to "Happy Feet," and he claims her grief over the lost role is what ultimately led her to go into cardiac arrest. TMZ claims he'll file in the suit in the next few days.
Wednesday 1/27/10
PAULA ABDUL REPORTEDLY BEING COURTED BY ABC
ABC has reportedly offered Paula Abdul a $1 million development deal. TMZ.com revealed the supposed offer, but noted that there's one catch -- Abdul would have to appear on Dancing With the Stars.
According to the proposed deal, ABC would still allow Paula to do The X Factor with Simon Cowell, a collaboration that seems certain to happen. Sources told TMZ that Simon and Paula met a week ago to discuss the show, and it looks like a done deal. TMZ claims that Paula must accept or decline ABC's offer soon as they want her for the upcoming season of DWTS, which begins in March.
WILL TOMMY MOTTOLA REPLACE SIMON COWELL?
The list just keeps on growing for who will be replace Simon Cowell on American Idol. The latest scoop is that former Sony Music boss Tommy Mottola could step in when Cowell bids farewell at the end of this season. According to Deadline Hollywood, Idol execs have come up with 25 potential Cowell replacements, and Mottola, who now owns Casablanca Records, is at the top of the list. But rumor has it, Cowell wants Mottola for his new own new reality talent show, The X Factor. Mottola was once married to Mariah Carey and has helped launch the careers of several artists, including Taylor Dayne, Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Lopez.
KIEFER SUTHERLAND INVOLVED IN CATTLE SCAM: Kiefer Sutherland is involved in a cattle scam. Police say that the 24 actor was a customer of Michael Wayne Carr, who told investors he would by steers from Mexico and sell them for profit in the United States. Carr allegedly took $869,000 from Sutherland and $177,000 from a New Mexico couple -- but never made good on his promise. Prosecutors have charged Carr with 12 felonies, including grand theft, forgery and embezzlement. He was scheduled to be arraigned earlier this week, but a judge postponed it to February 8th after his attorney was removed.
JANE FONDA RETURNING TO WORKOUT VIDEOS: Jane Fonda is reportedly going to film a workout DVD aimed at older women. Starpulse.com reports that the 72-year-old, who recorded and released a series of hit exercise videos throughout the 1980s, wants to make a fitness comeback. She's quoted as having said, "We will film them in mid-March. Mine will target an audience that has been left out, my age group and the (baby) boomers. I want to get to people who have stopped working out or never did."
Tuesday 1/26/10
CHELSEA HANDLER REPORTEDLY DUMPS HER BOSS
Chelsea Handler has reportedly split from her boyfriend Ted Harbert -- the president and CEO of Comcast, which owns E!, the network that airs Chelsea Lately. Last summer, the couple denied breakup rumors, but now Gawker.com claims the two have split for real. Handler first got together with Harbert -- who is nearly 20 years her senior -- in 2006, after her reality-sketch series The Chelsea Handler Show wrapped, but before plans for Chelsea Lately were set in motion. The timing of her success and their coupling led to accusations that she'd slept her way to the top, however Handler has always laughed off the implications of the relationship and frequently makes light of it on her show. Gawker.com claims it was Handler who did the dumping.
SIMON COWELL REPORTEDLY WANTS A RECORD DEAL WITH ROB PATTINSON
Rob Pattinson could be going from vampire to singing sensation. The U.K. Sun reports that Simon Cowell wants to sign the Twilight star -- who has contributed tracks to the movie soundtracks -- to a record deal.
A source told the paper, "Robert is reluctant to be turned into a pop star -- he takes his music very seriously." The insider added, "He is a bit wary of signing up with Cowell who is, of course, associated with X-Factor and pop."Pattinson also plays the piano and the guitar.
AMERICAN IDOL CONTESTANT CUT AFTER DAD TALKS TO LOCAL PAPER
An American Idol contestant has reportedly been cut from the competition after violating his confidentiality agreement with the show. People magazine reports that Michael Lynche was axed after his father told the St. Petersburg Times that his son had made the top 24. Idol rules state that singers and their families are required to keep the Hollywood week results quiet until they're broadcast. The New York Post claims that Lynche was replaced in the top 24 over the weekend. Last season, top-36 finisher Joanna Pacitti was replaced by Felicia Barton because Fox found she was "ineligible to continue in the competition." Reports that circulated in the aftermath of Pacitti's dismissal indicated that she had connections to executives at Idol producer Simon Fuller's 19 Entertainment.
JAMES CAMERON TALKS 'AVATAR 2'
An Avatar sequel is a sure thing -- but it won't be in theaters anytime soon. James Cameron told E!, "We always planned on continuing the world and continuing the characters. In fact, that was part of the original pitch to 20th Century Fox."
He said that production for the sequel will be fairly easy, explaining, "We're going to spend a lot of money building this world and all these digital characters and digital plants and trees and mountains and so on, and then once we've got it, we've got it. It's not like it's a practical set that when you build it, you have to tear it down and you're left with a big pile of lumber out behind the studio. We have all that stuff so we can go again."Cameron continued, "We just have to come up with a great story, which we haven't done yet. I have a rough story, but you need to make a script, so that might take some time. Don't start going to buy your tickets." He commented on the film's astounding box office success saying, "Oh yeah, we have a plan in place already for how to break these records. Are you kidding?! This is so random that this is happening. There's no way to have predicted this."
Lindsay Lohan has lately been branded "crazy" and tabloids have insinuated that she's heading for a breakdown, but the starlet still has a sense of humor about her reputation. In a new video posted on FunnyorDie.com, Lohan parodies herself in a spoof eHarmony ad, where she advertises her "recently single. . . I think" relationship status. Check it out!
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'CELEBRITY REHAB' CAN'T FIND ANY CELEBS: Celebrity Rehab is having some casting problems -- as in, they don't have one. TMZ.com reports that not only was the show unable to procure big-name celebs like Lindsay Lohan and Heather Locklear -- they haven't even been able to scrounge up B or C-list talent. Supposedly the producers got a tentative commitment from a few D and F-listers, but VH1 rejected them. The cast deadline has since been extended to this Wednesday.
CHARLIE SHEEN WANTS BIG BUCKS TO RETURN TO TV: Warner Bros. is reportedly trying hard to bring Charlie Sheen back to Two and a Half Men. TMZ.com reports that the parties are scrambling to work out a deal as the CBS upfronts will be announced tomorrow. An insider told the website, "There have been seven offers. We're going back and forth every 15 minutes." Supposedly Charlie wanted at least $2 million an episode for the next two years. The source told TMZ that Warner Bros. "has gone up [from its initial offer] more than Charlie has gone down."
BRET MICHAELS STARRING IN NEW VH1 SHOW
RACHEL UCHITEL TO POSE FOR PLAYBOY?
BARBARA WALTERS TO UNDERGO HEART SURGERY
GANDOLFINI ATTACHED TO CABLE COMEDY
LINDSAY LOHAN'S DAD ASKS JUDGE FOR REHAB, NOT JAIL
KENDRA WILKINSON FIGHTING TO BLOCK SEX TAPE RELEASE
LINDSAY LOHAN ROLE CONFIRMED: Producer Wali Razaqi confirmed that Lindsay Lohan will be starring as porn star Linda Lovelace in his upcoming film, Inferno. He told the Los Angeles Times, "I would say it's probably one of the most challenging roles any actor could play -- and not because of the sexual content, necessarily -- but more because she was so battered and beat up emotionally, that I think it's gonna take everything Lindsay has to really be able to pull it off."
LETTERMAN EXTORTIONIST SENTENCED TO SIX MONTHS IN JAIL
JIMMY FALLON WILL HOST THE EMMYS
BRET MICHAELS DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL
DRUGS DIDN'T KILL COREY HAIM: Drugs played no role in Corey Haim's death. The Los Angeles County coroner said on Tuesday that the actor died from pneumonia complicated by an enlarged heart, bad lungs and narrowed blood vessels, while the drugs found is his system did not contribute to his passing. Spokesperson Craig Harvey acknowledged that low levels of eight drugs, including both prescription and over-the counter medications, were found in his system along with marijuana, but nothing that would have played a role in his death. Haim died in March at the age of 38.
MICHAEL DOUGLAS SAYS SON'S JAIL SENTENCE IS 'ADEQUATE'
'DAILY SHOW' WRITERS HELPED OBAMA AT CORRESPONDENTS' DINNER: President Obama reportedly had some help writing the popular zingers he delivered at the White House Correspondents' dinner last weekend. The Daily Beast reports that Obama got some help from the writers of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Obama won rave reviews for his speech, which included jokes aimed at Jay Leno and The Jonas Brothers.
NBC GREENLIGHTS J.J. ABRAMS PILOT: NBC has picked up a new spy drama from Lost creator J.J. Abrams. EW.com reports that the network gave the green light to Undercovers, which stars Boris Kodjoe (Soul Food) and Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Doctor Who) as married ex-CIA agents who get pulled back into the spy business. The show will debut in the fall.
HALLE BERRY HEADED FOR CUSTODY DISPUTE?
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP TEN MOVIES -- APRIL 30-MAY 2
SETH GREEN REPORTEDLY GETS HITCHED: Seth Green reportedly married his fiance Clare Grant in California on Sunday (May 2nd). RadarOnline.com claims the ceremony took place at George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch (Green is one of the writers and will voice one of the characters in the upcoming animated Star Wars animated comedy sitcom). Green and Grant met on a set in 2008 and became engaged last New Year's Eve.
SANDRA BULLOCK FILES FOR DIVORCE, ADOPTS SON
KATIE HOLMES TO PLAY JACKIE KENNEDY: Katie Holmes will portray Jackie Kennedy in an eight-hour mini-series based on the Kennedys that will air on the History Channel. This will be the network's first scripted miniseries. Greg Kinnear will play President John F. Kennedy and Barry Pepper will portray Attorney General Robert Kennedy. The series will premiere in 2011.
STEVE CARELL LEAVING 'THE OFFICE'?
CONAN O'BRIEN INTERVIEW TO AIR ON '60 MINUTES'
JENNA JAMESON: TITO ORTIZ THREW ME INTO A BATHTUB
JON AND KATE GOSSELIN ORDERED TO ATTEND PARENTING CLASS
MICHAEL LOHAN DENIES TWEETING THAT LINDSAY IS HIV POSITIVE
PLASTIC SURGERY IS OUT IN HOLLYWOOD? Plastic surgery is out and natural looks are in -- at least where the film industry is concerned. Shawn Levy, the director and producer of "Date Night" and the "Night at the Museum" movies, told the New York Times, "The era of 'I look great because I did this to myself' has passed. It is viewed as ridiculous. Ten years ago, actresses had the feeling that they had to get plastic surgery to get the part. Now I think it works against them. To walk into a casting session looking false hurts one's chances." Television executives at Fox Broadcasting say they have begun recruiting more natural looking actors from Australia and Britain because the amply endowed, freakishly young-looking crowd that shows up for auditions in Los Angeles suffers from too much sameness. Marcia Shulman, who oversees casting for Fox's scripted shows, summed it up:"I think everyone either looks like a drag queen or a stripper." (NY Times)
LARRY KING SPOTTED KISSING WIFE: What irreconcilable differences? Although they recently filed for divorce, Larry King and Shawn Southwick were spotted kissing at their son's baseball game in Beverly Hills on Sunday. Last week, lawyers announced that the split had been put on hold as the couple "works out some issues." Check it out: http://tinyurl.com/27e2o78
BETTY WHITE SNL PROMO RELEASED: Betty White is hosting SNL on May 8th and the promos for her appearance have hit the airwaves. Check it out: 
TIGER MISTRESS NO. 1 REPORTEDLY PITCHING REALITY SHOW
REPORT: WILL SMITH INCHING CLOSER TO "MEN IN BLACK 3"
HEATHER LOCKLEAR REPORTEDLY FACING JAIL TIME AFTER HIT-AND-RUN ARREST
MAN CLAIMS HE HAD AFFAIR WITH LARRY KING'S WIFE
MORE WOMEN CLAIM HARASSMENT FROM STEVE SEAGAL: Two more women have come forward claiming they were sexually harassed by Steven Seagal. PerezHilton.com reports that both women have given sworn declarations to Kayden Nguyen, the 23-year-old who filed a lawsuit against the star. Both ladies say they too were hired as Seagal's assistants, with one detailing that he once reached his hands down her pants to "see what it felt like." Seagal's lawyer said that Steven's employment records don't prove that either of the women in question had ever worked for him, but added that if they had, their claims would be "absurd."
TONIGHT'S "IDOL GIVES BACK" PROMISES BIG NAMES, CHARITY
KATE GOSSELIN VOTED OFF 'DWTS'
SHARON OSBOURNE TURNING BREAST IMPLANTS INTO PAPERWEIGHTS FOR OZZY
MISTRESSES OF JESSE JAMES AND TIGER WOODS TO HOST REALITY SHOW?
LARRY KING MAY CALL OFF DIVORCE
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MAN CLAIMING TO BE OPRAH'S LONG LOST FATHER WANTS DNA TEST
ROBERT DE NIRO TALKS 'TAXI': Robert De Niro confirmed that there have been talks about making a Taxi Driver Sequel. The actor said, "I have talked to writer Paul Schrader and Marty (Martin Scorsese). We've spoken about what would happen to Travis these years later. We had a thing and we tried to figure it out; Paul was trying to come up with something. And it just didn't seem to work.You never know -- something could come up. I thought it would be interesting to find a way to bring Travis back all these years later -- maybe with something ironic about where he'd end up, as he did in the first one. All these years later, maybe we could. It's still possible."
'MIGHTY MOUSE' REMAKE IN THE WORKS: A film based on the cartoon Mighty Mouse is reportedly in the works. PerezHilton.com reports that Brian and Mark Gunn, who helmed a remake of Journey To The Center Of The Earth were originally attached to the project but have since been fired. A new director and writer have yet to sign on.
'AMERICAN IDOL' WANTS PAULA BACK? There's a new rumor out claiming that American Idol producers want Paula Abdul back. A source told In Touch Weekly, "They want Paula back. They're not sure if she'd be the fifth judge, but they are talking to her. People tuned in to see Paula's wacky antics and her chemistry with Simon. The show is just not as much fun to watch without her."
KATE HUDSON REPORTEDLY GETS BREAST IMPLANTS
DID JENNY MCCARTHY DUMP JIM CARREY OVER DRUGS?
SIGOURNEY WEAVER SAYS JAMES CAMERON DIDN'T WIN OSCAR BECAUSE HE 'DIDN'T HAVE BREASTS'
KEVIN EUBANKS IS LEAVING 'THE TONIGHT SHOW' AFTER 18 YEARS WITH JAY LENO
"DANCING'S" PAMELA ANDERSON OWES NEARLY $500K IN BACK TAXES
FEMALE SPORTS REPORTER SAYS ERIN ANDREWS 'MAKING SHAM OF PROFESSION' BY JOINING 'DWTS' In addition to dealing with death threats, Erin Andrews is facing harsh criticism from fellow sports reporters for going on Dancing With the Stars in the first place. A fellow female sports reporter, Toronto Star's Rosie DiManno, is saying Andrews "made a fool out of herself and a sham of her profession" by going on the dancing show. In a recent column, DiManno wrote, "I want to grab Andrews by the shoulders and shout: 'What are you thinking, woman?! I'm appalled by the damage she is doing to her profession and her own reputation as a journalist -- a term albeit used lightly in the realm of sports."Andrews told Sports Illustrated that she's "confused" by the backlash. She said, "I'm not sure what damage I created for myself. What am I doing to be a bimbo? I don't understand what I'm doing wrong." She added, "People say, 'How do you expect to be taken seriously?' I'm basically killing myself to not embarrass myself. I've been in the top three in scoring each week, behind an athlete and a professional dancer and singer."
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- APRIL 9-11
ELIZABETH TAYLOR TO MARRY FOR THE NINTH TIME?
JON AND KATE TO WORK TOGETHER AGAIN? Jon Gosselin's attorney says that the reality dad would consider doing another show with ex-wife Kate. Anthony List told TMZ.com that "under the right circumstances" Jon would do a show with Kate, but "the contract would have to be tighter." List did not say what type of show he'd like to do, but said having Jon and Kate around the kids more would be beneficial. He added that Jon will press on with his custody suit against Kate unless she gives up her "global commitments."
OPRAH WINFREY IS MOVING TO NIGHTS 
NO ONE WANTS NICOLAS CAGE'S HOUSE: No one was interested in buying Nicolas Cage's Bel-Air mansion at a foreclosure auction earlier this week. The opening bid for the 12,000-square-foot home was $10.4 million, but there are $18 million worth of loans on the property. Cage owes millions in unpaid taxes and in January his foreclosed home in Las Vegas sold for nearly $5 million. He sued his former business manager in October for $20 million, claiming the man's advice led him toward financial ruin, but the ex-manager says Cage is a spendthrift.
KATE GOSSELIN LANDS NEW TLC REALITY SERIES
HUGH HEFNER CONSIDERING MARRYING CRYSTAL HARRIS
JAY LENO BEATING DAVID LETTERMAN IN LATE NIGHT RATINGS
JENNY MCCARTHY, JIM CARREY CALL IT QUITS
'STAR WARS' BECOMING ANIMATED SERIES: Star Wars is being developed into an animated comedy series. Lucasfilm Animation announced the show earlier this week, but noted that it is still in development and doesn't have a title yet. Lucasfilm says it will explore the comic aspects of that "galaxy far, far away" as it playfully and irreverently confronts the saga's characters and mythology. Seth Green has been tapped as part of the show's creative team.
RULING IN DENNIS HOPPER DIVORCE: A judge ruled on Monday (April 5th) that Dennis Hopper must continue paying spousal and child support to his estranged wife, even though the cash-strapped actor is spending thousands battling cancer. TMZ.com reports that during a court hearing regarding Hopper's bitter divorce from Victoria Duffy, the judge ordered Dennis to pay Victoria $8,000 a month in spousal support and another $4,000 a month in child support. The judge also ruled Victoria can continue living in a guest house on one of Dennis' properties and he has to pay for the mortgage, however Victoria has to pay for half of the upkeep of their horses.
SIMON COWELL REPORTEDLY TURNING WEDDING INTO 'X FACTOR' PUBLICITY
The top 5 movies are as follows: 
JESSE JAMES REPORTEDLY LEAVES REHAB
CHARLIE SHEEN WILL REPORTEDLY RETURN TO 'TWO AND A HALF MEN'
MICHELLE MCGEE AND HAILEY GLASSMAN TO APPEAR AT BOXING MATCH: The exes of Jesse James and Jon Gosselin are now connected -- through a celebrity boxing match. Usmagazine.com reports that Michelle "Bombshell" McGee has just landed a new gig, refereeing a boxing match between porn star Gina Lynn and Gosselin's former girlfriend, Hailey Glassman. Celebrity Boxing Federation promoter Damon Feldman confirmed that both parties were set for the May 7th event, which will take place at Philadelphia's Polaris Club.
KATE HUDSON REPORTEDLY DATING THREE MEN AT ONCE
JUDGE SAYS JENNIFER GARNER STALKER IS INSANE: A man accused of stalking Jennifer Garner and her family has been found not guilty by reason of insanity and the judge ruled that he should be sent to a state mental hospital. The Associated Press reported that Steven Burky pleaded no contest to two counts of felony stalking at Los Angeles County District Court on Tuesday (March 30th), after harassing the Alias star for nearly eight years. Garner was awarded a permanent restraining order against Burky in 2008, which was set to last until 2011 -- however, Burky was spotted outside the Los Angeles nursery the actress' daughter Violet attends in December, and was arrested. His aunt claimed that his obsession was the result of a psychological condition and court officials agreed.
JAY LENO STILL THINKS NBC SCREWED HIM
SHANNEN DOHERTY IS "DANCING'S" FIRST ELIMINATED CELEBRITY THIS SEASON
SANDRA BULLOCK REPORTEDLY PLANNING FOR DIVORCE
JESSE JAMES MISTRESS LAUNCHES WEBSITE: Jesse James' first alleged mistress has launched her own website. MichelleBombshell.com will offer paying customers "naughty, naked photos" and videos of Michelle "Bombshell" McGee. Although the site doesn't yet list subscription prices, it does advertise a "limited time only sneak-a-peek" for $9.95. A message on the soon-to-be-working site reads, "To all the people that think Michelle planned this drama, we can assure that if she had planned it, we would have had our pay-site and merchandise store ready for public consumption. We were caught off guard, but we will have our full pay-site up in the next couple weeks."
RICKY MARTIN ANNOUNCES HE'S GAY
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- MARCH 26-28
ONE OF AMERICA'S ORIGINAL "EASY RIDERS" GETS HOLLYWOOD STAR 
SUTHERLAND REACTS TO "24" CANCELLATION
JOLIE UNDER CONSIDERATION FOR "BEAUTY'S" VILLAIN
"AT THE MOVIES" TO LEAVE THE AIRWAVES
SWOOSH: TIGER SHOOTS A NEW COMMERCIAL FOR NIKE
DENNIS HOPPER PROBLEMS CONTINUE: New court documents filed on behalf of Dennis Hopper paint a sad picture of the actor. TMZ.com reports that the cancer-stricken star, who now weighs just over 100 pounds, said he's willing to pay his estranged wife $5,000-a-mont in spousal support because that's all that he can afford. His lawyer filed a declaration from Hopper's doctor who said that "It is doubtful that Mr. Hopper will ever recover sufficiently to be subject to a deposition." Hopper has been embroiled in an ugly divorce battle with Victoria Duffy as he battles cancer.
ROSIE O'DONNELL CONFIRMS RETURN TO TV
'CAPTAIN AMERICA' ROLE SECURED: Chris Evans has reportedly accepted the role of Captain America for the upcoming Marvel adaptation. The Hollywood Reporter announced that not only has the actor accepted Marvel's offer for the role, but that the deal-making moved so fast it's now all about taking care of the little details. Evans was offered the role in Marvel Studios' production late last week, but there was reportedly some question of whether he would accept; namely, whether the Fantastic Four veteran (Human Torch) wanted the baggage that comes with a high-profile action role.
REPORT: ELIN NORDEGREN TO LEAVE COUNTRY DURING TIGER'S MASTERS PLAY
PARIS HILTON REALITY SHOW REJECTED? Paris Hilton is reportedly pitching a new reality show -- but nobody wants it. The New York Post reports that the heiress has been shopping a show that would cover her engagement and wedding to current boyfriend Doug Reinhardt, but there have been no takers. A source told the paper, "She's been on TV constantly since 2003, when 'The Simple Life' debuted, and the public may be saturated with Paris." A spokeswoman for Hilton denied any such show was in the works.
GOSSELIN GETS CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM FOR HER "DANCING"
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP TEN MOVIES -- MARCH 19-21 
CHRIS ROCK DENIES LOVE CHILD RUMORS
BRITTANY MURPHY REPORTEDLY RECEIVED HUNDREDS OF PILLS UNDER ALIAS
MAN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY STALKING IVANKA TRUMP: A 27-year-old man accused of stalking Ivanka Trump was arrested in Reno, Nevada on Tuesday (March 16th). Police say Justin Massler was arrested on a New York warrant alleging he used the Internet to stalk the heiress. Massler described himself in a blog posting as "a celebrity stalker who is obsessed with Ivanka Trump." He had been living on the East Coast and visiting his mother in Reno. His mother, Randee Massler, says he has only written about Trump on the Internet and hasn't come close to her.
ANTONIO BANDERAS LANDS NEW JOB: Antonio Banderas is becoming a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations (U.N). The actor will join the U.N. Development Program's (UNDP) global fight against poverty, and help the organization raise awareness of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), a set of targets aimed at halving world poverty by 2015. He said in a statement, "Poverty robs us of our potential as a people, preventing us from being all that we can be. This is why it is so important to mobilize all of our efforts to defeat it, especially if today we have the knowledge, the tools and the resources to do it
SANDRA BULLOCK PULLS OUT OF MOVIE PREMIERE AMID HUSBAND'S CHEATING RUMORS
ANOTHER WOMAN TO BLAME FOR KATE WINSLET SPLIT? A London tabloid claims another woman may be to blame for the Kate Winslet-Sam Mendes split. The Daily Mail reports that Mendes and 27-year-old actress Rebecca Hall "grew close" over the years while working together on projects in New York and London. Friends of Winslet also say Hall, who has been described as "totally Sam's type," gave Mendes a "shoulder to cry on" during rough times in his six-year marriage to Winslet. A Mendes source denied the story, telling X17Online that he and Rebecca are just friends.
IS THERE AN OSCAR CURSE FOR FEMALE WINNERS?
DONALD TRUMP RETURNING WITH ORIGINAL 'APPRENTICE'
Eighties teen idol Corey Haim died this morning of an apparent drug overdose, according to Los Angeles police. The Canadian-born actor was 38. He was found unresponsive at his apartment around 3:30 a.m. His mother was at the apartment at the time of his death.The actor was pronounced dead at Providence St. Joseph's Medical Center in Burbank.
JOHN KRASINSKI CLOSER TO PLAYING CAPTAIN AMERICA: The odds of John Krasinski (who plays Jim Halpert on "the office") playing Captain American on the big screen are increasing. Several weeks after his initial screen test was reported, sources are saying he's the "favorite" to get the part. Sources told Fox411, "John has read 4 times and is doing screen tests. He has screen tested 2 times so far. It's very likely that he will be the new Captain America.".jpg)
LINDSAY LOHAN SUING OVER 'MILKAHOLIC' E-TRADE COMMERCIAL
BETTY WHITE TO HOST "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE"
OSCARS DRAW LARGEST AUDIENCE IN FIVE YEARS
FUNERAL HELD FOR MARIE OSMOND'S SON: A funeral service was held for Marie Osmond's son yesterday in Utah. Her publicist confirmed that a private gathering was held in a Mormon chapel to remember 18-year-old Michael Bryan. Police in Los Angeles have said Bryan died from an apparent suicide after jumping from the eighth floor of an apartment building on February 26th. An official cause of death is pending the results of an autopsy and toxicology tests.
MICKEY ROURKE CLAIMS HE SLEPT WITH 14 WOMEN IN ONE NIGHT: At this time last year, Mickey Rourke was making headlines for his Oscar-nominated turn in The Wrestler, but now the focus is on -- his sex life. Commenting on the infidelities of a British soccer star, Rourke told London's The Sun, "Forget Ashley Cole, his behavior has nothing on a film star. WAGs [wives and girlfriends of soccer stars] get an easy time -- they should try living with Hollywood hellraisers. I once spent a weekend in the UK and had 14 women in one night." 
DR. DREW GETS RESTRAINING ORDER: Dr. Drew Pinsky has procured a restraining order against his alleged stalker. Charles Pearson, who was accused of stalking the Celebrity Rehab star last week, has been ordered to stay away from the doctor, his wife and their three children. Pearson was arrested after sending threatening messages to Dr. Drew, claiming Pinsky placed a tracking device in his genitals and that he would kill his children and make his wife eat them.
TIGER WOODS' WIFE AGREES TO GIVE HIM A SECOND CHANCE
REPORT: JOHNNY DEPP'S GIRLFRIEND DOESN'T LIKE LOVE SCENES WITH ANGELINA
BURT REYNOLDS RECOVERING AFTER HEART SURGERY: Burt Reynolds underwent quintuple bypass surgery last week. Entertainment Tonight confirmed the 74-year-old actor's heart ordeal, and said he is currently recovering at his Florida home with 24-hour nursing care. Reynolds has battled other health issues in recent years, including back surgery that led a prescription pill addiction and trip to rehab in 2009.
MEGAN FOX SAYS SHE'S ONLY SLEPT WITH TWO PEOPLE
JESSICA SIMPSON: "A LITTLE BIT ANGRY" WITH JOHN MAYER
DONNY OSMOND TALKS ABOUT FAMILY TRAGEDY: Donny Osmond is speaking out following the weekend suicide of his sister Marie's son Michael. Donny told The Insider, "Whenever there's a situation where there needs to be rallying, the Osmonds rally around each other and support each other. And there's a lot of that going on right now." 18-year-old Michael jumped to his death from his Los Angeles apartment building last Friday, explaining in a note that his severe depression had become too much for him to handle.
WOMAN CLAIMS SHE HAD THREESOME WITH BROOKE MUELLER AND CHARLIE SHEEN
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- FEBRUARY 26-28
GATORADE DROPS TIGER: Golfer Tiger Woods has lost another sponsor. Sports drink maker Gatorade officially severed its marketing ties with Woods, more than three months after news of his sex scandal broke. "We no longer see a role for Tiger in our marketing efforts and have ended our relationship," Gatorade spokeswoman Jennifer Schmit said on Friday. Gatorade stopped production of its Tiger Woods sports drinks in November, a decision the company made before Woods' numerous marital infidelities came to light. The company said it would maintain its support of the Tiger Woods Foundation.
ROB ZOMBIE DIRECTS TONIGHT'S "CSI: MIAMI"
GUESTS ANNOUNCED FOR LENO'S RETURN TO NBC'S "THE TONIGHT SHOW"
"GROWING PAINS" ACTOR STILL MISSING
BRET MICHAELS HINTS HE GETS FIRED EARLY ON 'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE'
ANGELINA JOLIE PHOTOGRAPHED WITH FATHER IN ITALY
HOGANS SETTLE LAWSUIT: Hulk and Nick Hogan have settled the lawsuit brought against them by John Graziano, the passenger in Nick's car who was seriously injured during the reality star's 2007 crash. TMZ.com reported that the Hogan's attorney would not reveal the terms of the settlement but is "pleased as this was in the best interest of John." He added that the decision was "as painless as possible" for families
'DEADLIEST CATCH' STAR ARRESTED: Deadliest Catch star Jake Harris was arrested in Seattle on drunk driving and hit and run charges after crashing his car last Thursday (February 18th) night. People magazine reports that the 24-year-old has been struggling with grief following the death of his father, Captain Phil Harris, earlier this month. Washington State Patrol spokesman Dan McDonald said, "He failed a field sobriety test and refused to take a toxicological test. After further investigation, it was found that he was involved in a hit and run with another occupied vehicle earlier in the evening. He had rear-ended another car." His bail was set at $2,000.
TINA FEY TO BRING BACK PALIN IMPRESSION? Tina Fey will host Saturday Night Live in April -- and will likely reprise her famed Sarah Palin impression. The 30 Rock star told the Associated Press that "it's inevitable that we'll try it, at least," but noted, "we'll see if it makes it to air." Fey previously said that the hype surrounding her impression in 2008 was "the strangest thing that's ever happened to me."
OLYMPICS BEAT 'AMERICAN IDOL' IN RATINGS
NICOLAS CAGE EMBARRASSED BY FINANCIAL CRISIS
'TAXI DRIVER' SEQUEL REPORTEDLY IN THE WORKS: Rumors are swirling that Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro are teaming up for a sequel to their 1976 classic, Taxi Driver. Starpulse.com reports that industry gossip at the Berlin International Film Festival included reports that the new movie would be a collaboration between Scorsese and Danish director Lars Von Trier, and would see De Niro reprise his role as troubled New York taxi driver Travis Bickle. Taxi Driver screenwriter Paul Schrader recently told the New York Post, "I was talking with Martin Scorsese about doing a sequel to Taxi Driver, where (Travis Bickle) is older."
JAMES CAMERON TO WRITE "AVATAR" PREQUEL NOVEL
"THE ELLLEN DEGENERES SHOW" RENEWED, ELLEN'S "IDOL" DEBUT SCORES HIGH RATINGS
"DEADLIEST CATCH" CAPTAIN HARRIS DIES
NEW SPIDER-MAN FILM TO GET 3-D TREATMENT
24 HEADED TO THEATERS? 24 looks like it's finally headed to the big screen. Variety reports that Twentieth Century Fox has hired a writer to pen a script for a feature version of the hit show, which is now in its eighth season. Sources told Variety that the film would likely take Kiefer Sutherland's Jack Bauer to Europe. It's been reported that Sutherland himself is behind the film project and would serve as an executive producer. 
BROOKE MUELLER WANTS CHARGES AGAINST CHARLIE DROPPED: A day after Charlie Sheen was charged with felony menacing, third-degree assault and criminal mischief for allegedly assaulting his wife Brooke Mueller -- her lawyer said she wants the charges dismissed. "Brooke would like this case to be over and charges dismissed so they can get on with their lives." However, criminal defense attorney Richard Bloch, noted, that it's unlikely Mueller's wish will be granted. but noted that Sheen will probably be given probation, community service and a fine.
DREW BARRYMORE BRINGING 'CHARLIE'S ANGEL'S BACK TO TV? Drew Barrymore is reportedly going to resurrect Charlie's Angeles on television. StarPulse.com reports that the actress -- who produced and starred in two film adaptations of the 1970s show -- is currently looking for a new trio of sexy crime fighters and insists they must be "incredibly capable, but not take themselves too seriously. That's a tough combination to find.
'LOST' STAR STAYING IN HAWAII: Lost star Daniel Dae Kim isn't leaving Hawaii once the ABC hit wraps for good this season. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that Kim has landed a lead role on CBS's Hawaii Five-0 remake, on which he'll play Detective Chin Ho Kelly, a sidekick role played in the original series by Kam Fong. Kim is the first actor from the Lost's core cast to book a new series project this pilot season as the mystery drama heads to its May finale.
BRANGELINA SUING TABLOID OVER SPLIT STORY
HOWARD STERN CONFIRMS "AMERICAN IDOL" RUMORS
SUPER BOWL 44 MOST WATCHED TV SHOW EVER
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- FEBRUARY 5-7
TAYLOR LAUTNER TO PLAY STRETCH ARMSTRONG: Taylor Lautner has signed on to star in an upcoming action film about the bendable childhood figurine, Stretch Armstrong. A rep for Universal Pictures said, "In the past two years, Taylor has emerged as a real star at the global box office. He brings the perfect balance of energy and athleticism to the role of an unlikely super hero with a fantastic super power. We couldn't be more pleased that he has agreed to be our Stretch."
CHARLIE SHEEN LAUGHS OFF STOLEN CAR INCIDENT
CASEY JOHNSON DIED FROM DIABETES
LEIF GARRETT ARRESTED: Former teen idol Leif Garrett was arrested on Monday (February 1st) after police approached him on a subway platform in Los Angeles because he was exhibiting "pronounced symptoms" of drug dependency, such as "shaking and sweating." ABC News reports that a subsequent search revealed that Garrett was in possession of heroin. He was released on bail on Wednesday and is due back in court on February 24 to face charges in the case. The 48-year-old was arrested for possession of heroin in 2006 and sentenced to 90 days in jail after opting out of drug treatment.
PAMELA ANDERSON ON 'DANCING WITH THE STARS?': Pamela Anderson is reportedly in talks to be one of the contestants on the upcoming season of Dancing With the Stars. RadarOnline.com reports that Anderson and the show have all agreed to terms for a deal, although it won't be officially announced for a while. 
FINALE DATE ANNOUNCED FOR 'LOST': The series finale of Lost will air on May 23rd, the show's producers announced on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse revealed that the finale airs on a Sunday -- a departure from its usual weekday time slot. Meanwhile, Tuesday night's premiere drew over 12 million viewers.
FOX CHIEF SAYS THERE ARE 'NO REAL NEGOTIATIONS' YET WITH CONAN O'BRIEN
GIBSON SWEARS AT CHICAGO REPORTER WHILE PROMOTING FILM
MATTHEW BRODERICK STARRING IN NEW NBC SHOW: Matthew Broderick will star in a new comedy on NBC. PerezHilton.com reports that the network just gave the green night to Beach Lane, in which Broderick will star as "a celebrity author hired by an irresponsible millionaire heir to run his struggling small-town newspaper in the Hamptons." Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels will executive produce.
"BOSTON LEGAL" ACTOR KILLED IN CAR CRASH
'AMERICAN PSYCHO' COMING TO BROADWAY: The movie American Psycho is being adapted into a Broadway musical. Duncan Sheik, who previously composed Spring Awakening, will be writing the music and lyrics, and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, a writer on HBO's Big Love, is writing the script. The 1991 Brett Easton Ellis satire, centering around a Wall Street banker living a double life as a psychopathic serial killer, was adapted by Mary Harmon in 2000 into a film and starred Christian Bale.
UPDATE: RIP TORN HEADS TO REHAB AFTER ARREST
THIS WEEKEND'S TOP 5 MOVIES -- JANUARY 29-31
BRAD AND ANGELINA STEP OUT TOGETHER
MISS VIRGINIA CROWNED MISS AMERICA
REPORT: "IDOL" JUDGES DEGENERES, COWELL AREN'T TALKING
AUTHOR J.D. SALINGER DIES AT AGE 91
TIGER WOODS VISITED BY ELIN IN REHAB; MORE DETAILS EMERGE ABOUT CRASH
CONAN O'BRIEN PILOT GETS PICKED UP BY NBC
ABC CANCELS 'UGLY BETTY': ABC has canceled Ugly Betty. EW.com reports that the network recently informed the show's producers that its current fourth season will also be its last -- and ABC has trimmed the show's episode order from 22 to 20. Executive producer Silvio Horta and ABC president Steve McPherson confirmed the news in a joint statement: "We've mutually come to the difficult decision to make this Ugly Betty's final season, and are announcing now as we want to allow the show ample time to write a satisfying conclusion. We are extremely proud of this groundbreaking series, and felt it was important to give the fans a proper farewell."
WRESTLER CHRIS JERICHO ARRESTED AT GAS STATION FOR BEING DRUNK: WWE wrestler Chris Jericho was arrested at a Kentucky gas station early Wednesday (January 27) morning for being "extremely intoxicated" in public, TMZ.com reports. Jericho and fellow wrestler Greg "Hurricane" Helms were both arrested at around 5 AM for "alcohol intoxication in a public place." The wrestlers were released on $120 bond.
BRITTANY MURPHY'S HUSBAND TO FILE WRONGFUL DEATH SUIT? Brittany Murphy's husband reportedly plans to file a wrongful death lawsuit against Warner Brothers, claiming that the studio is responsible for the 32-year-old's fatal heart attack. Simon Monjack told The Daily Beast that Murphy was devastated after losing a role in the sequel to "Happy Feet," and he claims her grief over the lost role is what ultimately led her to go into cardiac arrest. TMZ claims he'll file in the suit in the next few days.
PAULA ABDUL REPORTEDLY BEING COURTED BY ABC
WILL TOMMY MOTTOLA REPLACE SIMON COWELL? 
JANE FONDA RETURNING TO WORKOUT VIDEOS: Jane Fonda is reportedly going to film a workout DVD aimed at older women. Starpulse.com reports that the 72-year-old, who recorded and released a series of hit exercise videos throughout the 1980s, wants to make a fitness comeback. She's quoted as having said, "We will film them in mid-March. Mine will target an audience that has been left out, my age group and the (baby) boomers. I want to get to people who have stopped working out or never did."
CHELSEA HANDLER REPORTEDLY DUMPS HER BOSS
SIMON COWELL REPORTEDLY WANTS A RECORD DEAL WITH ROB PATTINSON
AMERICAN IDOL CONTESTANT CUT AFTER DAD TALKS TO LOCAL PAPER
