tracy: June 2008 Archives
We'll soon know the truth behind Lindsay Lohan's possible secret sister, as he pops, Michael Lohan, has taken a the ever-popular, Maury Povich-style DNA test.
"I took the DNA test this morning," Michael told Star exclusively. "I will get the results within the next two weeks and you will be the first to know."
I kind of hope he's kidding there about Star being the first to know.
"It was important for me to know the truth, so I took the test," he adds. "However, I have some serious doubts after investigating Kristi's background."
The DNA test results are said to be 99.9% effective, so we'll be just .1% unsure if the daughter of Kristi Kaufmann is, in fact, one of the Lohan Clan.
Then you can all send your condolence cards...
The usually very reliable Ted Casablanca broke my heart a little last week, when he speculated that Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck were heading for a split. And, because Bennifer are hardly ever photographed together, it's difficult for us to monitor the state of their union. But Jen's rep quickly squashed the breakup talk, telling UsMagazine.com that they story was completely fabricated.
"There is not one ounce of truth to it," the rep said.
Concurring with the denials, Ben told Access Hollywood's Billy Bush that all is well at home.
“We’re very happy," the Ben of Ben & Jen said. "Things couldn’t be better. We’re kind of taking it easy and just kind of enjoying a little downtime at home."
This puts my mind at ease, I think, 'cause I just couldn't deal with the thought that my cutie Violet's world would be torn apart.
I don't want to say "I told you so" to all my dear Blabber-ers who insisted I was the devil for insinuating that Steven Tyler was not just in rehab for foot surgery, like he said -- but I have to.
The Aerosmith frontman is now admitting that it wasn't exactly his foot that caused him to hang out in a rehab facility -- it was his addiction to the drugs that he was put on to stop the pain from the foot surgery.
"To have your feet done, to have your leg done, you have to be on narcotics," Steve told the Associated Press on Friday. "You have to be on sleep aids at night. I don't know about Joe [Perry], but I was off and running and I didn't like the me that was me."
The singer, who had been through drug rehab before in 1986, recognized the downward spiral and took action. "This was a month ago," he said Friday, "so I just put the brakes on and checked into detox and just pulled the plug on all of it."
Props to Steve for taking care of business, but that foot surgery excuse sucked big time.
Last week rumors surfaced that two of the main hotties on Gossip Girl, Ed Westwick and Chace Crawford, may be more than just "good friends." As teenage girls everywhere considered ending it all at the thought that they no longer were in the running to win the boys' hearts, the smokin' stars quickly tried to put the talk to rest.
"I just laugh them off," GG's Chuck Bass told People.com, of the rumors that he and Chace are more than just roommates.
"What are you going to do?" Ed said. "People who know me and Chace and the cast know that we are all great friends. And that's the extent of it all. Those things that go around are just amusing to us, really."
So, what are your thoughts? Believe it or not?
Seriously, this chick provides hours upon hours of entertainment.
Fresh from her hospital stay, Amy Winehouse headed to the Glastonbury Festival to perform for the 80,000 attendees, when a face in the crowd reportedly rubbed her the wrong way.
According to the Associated Press, after singing her hour-long set, Amy climbed off stage and threw a punch at a fan! Witnesses say that the singer was provoked, as the fan had tried to grab Amy, but still, isn't that what fans do? Don't they try and touch the people on stage?
In other Wino news, the singer made it to the concert honoring Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday earlier in the weekend and managed not to hit anyone there. Amy reportedly sounded good during her performance, and she honored her man, "Blaaaaaake Incarcerated", by wearing his name in a heart in her hair.
Yup. His name. In a heart. In her hair. Like I said -- hours upon hours of entertainment.
American Idol's Ruben Studdard is off the market, ladies.
Season 2's "Velvet Teddy Bear" said "I do" to his lady, Surata Zuri McCants, at Canterbury United Methodist Church in his hometown of Birmingham, Ala.
Apparently, the AI winner has a lot of friends -- dude had 20 groomsmen!
News of the nups are no surprise, as the couple got caught applying for a marriage license last week. That's always a give-away.
Congrats to Ruuuuuuuuuuben!
"There's a natural narcotic my brain must pump, because negativity doesn't last. It's strange to play a guy like Hancock, who can't find something to feel good about. That's the opposite of who I am."
-- Will Smith, to USA Today, on how he deals with the tabloid culture.
This is, simply, why I love this man.
Remember when I made you watch that clip from Mini-Me's sex tape? I'm kidding, of course you remember, you'll never forget, but anyway, Verne Troyer is (supposedly) not happy that TMZ.com shared that juicy goodness with the world.
The Austin Powers star has filed a $20 million lawsuit against the site, saying that they "violated his privacy rights, infringed on his copyright and misappropriated his name and likeness.
Um, shouldn't the world be suing him for making that tape?
Congrats to Uma Thurman, who is getting hitched to her multi-millionaire boyfriend, Arpad "Arki" Busson!
"I can confirm she is engaged," her rep told People.com.
The actress, who's been dating the rich Swiss, is said to be sportin' one heck of a rock, courtesy of Daddy Warbucks -- an 8-plus carat center stone surrounded by 20 smaller stones. "It's the most beautiful piece I've ever seen," said an insider. "Arki did a wonderful job."
I'll say.
Between these two they have four kids, Uma's got two with ex, Ethan Hawke, and Arki's got two with Elle Macpherson. Some crew, huh?
If all were right in the world, there would be no war, money would grow on trees, I'd have my very own hair and makeup person on staff, and Luke Perry would come back to the new 90210.
Unfortunately, it doesn't look like any of those things are going to happen.
According to Access Hollywood's Billy Bush, it doesn't seem like Luke's brooding Dylan McKay will be pulling up a stool at The Peach Pit anytime soon.
“It’s just not something that I’ve thought about to be quite honest,” my love said. “I don’t see it happening.”
BOOOOO! Just give the people what they want!
But, of course, Luke wishes former co-stars Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling nothing but the best on their return to the zip code.
“I wish them a lot of luck. I hope they have a lot of success with it,” he said.
Fine. Be that way. And I suppose I'll have to blow dry my own hair, too?
I still have a hard time believing that this girl is just 14, but she is, and Gossip Girl's Taylor Momsen's career is in full-swing.
As the show's struggling-to-fit-in ingénue, Jenny Humphrey, Taylor's proved that she has some serious acting chops. Now the teen dream has scored a contract with IMG Models, to go along with her role on one of TV's hottest shows.
There's no info on what exactly Little J will be modeling -- whether it be clothes or shoes or Neutrogena products (doesn't it seem like they all do that?), but we're pretty sure Queen B Blair is not happy about it.
New parents Nicole Richie and Joel Madden aren't in the process of planning a big summer wedding -- or any wedding at all, for that matter.
"We don't have any plans for that right now," the Good Charlotte rocker told People.com. "We're just happy, and we're being a family, and that's where we're at right now. But marriage means something different to everyone."
Joel said that he and Nic are blissful at home with their daughter, Harlow, and that's what they are focused on. He says they refuse to give in to the pressure of a hurried walk down the aisle.
"Right now we're really happy and we're concentrating on our family, and that's what is making us happy right now. We're moving at our own pace."
Maybe Joel isn't quite ready to say "I do" and call himself a husband, but one thing this man is reveling in is his baby girl.
"It's crazy," he says. "Every day she does something new. When she reaches for me, it's awesome! Just watching her grow, it melts me!"
Swoon -- a man and his baby. Gets me every time.
The first reviews are in for the new Batman flick, The Dark Knight, and critics are raving about, what would unfortunately be, Heath Ledger's final complete movie role.
"I can only speak superlatives of Ledger, who is mad-crazy-blazing brilliant as the Joker," Rolling Stone's resident movie guru Peter Travers wrote. "It's typical of Ledger's total commitment to films as diverse as Brokeback Mountain and I'm Not There that he does nothing out of vanity or the need to be liked.
"Ledger's Joker has no gray areas — he's all rampaging id," he continued. "He creates a Joker for the ages."
Pete also says that Heath's performance could, very well, put him in the Oscar race. "If there's a movement to get him the first posthumous Oscar since Peter Finch won for 1976's Network, sign me up," he writes.
Heath's death is also acknowledged in the credits of the flick, along with one of the film's special-effects technicians, who died in a stunt in September.
"In memory of our friends Heath Ledger & Conway Wickliffe," the tribute reads.
Heath was an amazing talent and his loss continues to be beyond sad.
Yes, there is always talk that Madonna and hubby Guy Ritchie are on the outs, and Madge's rep has the tireless job of debunking the trash, but it's looking like there might be some truth to the rumors this time.
According to The Times of London, Madge has taken a meeting with heavy-hitting divorce lawyer, Fiona Shackelton. This being the same lady who repped Paul McCartney in his nasty divorce battle with Heather Mills. The paper also says that Guy has done some legal eagle hunting of his own, as he reportedly "had dealings with a lesser-known Mayfair law firm, Forsters."
When UsMagazine.com asked Madonna's rep if there was trouble in paradise, she simply said, "No comment at this time, darling." Which is a big change from her usual, "They are happy and blissful, yada, yada, yada."
So, what do you think? Is it really over for these two this time? Will the Material Girl be back on the market? Do tell.
Big move, Gyllenspoon fans!
According to the new issue of Us Weekly, cutie lovebirds Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal are have shacked up! The mag says that Jakey boy has moved his stuff into Reese's place in L.A. and is already playing step-daddy to her and ex, Ryan Phillippe's kids, Ava and Deacon.
"Marriage is definitely what they are working toward," a source close to the actress said of the Rendition co-stars, who have been dating for over a year.
"They literally don't want to spend any time away from each other," another one of Reese's pal said.
Awwww! I love these two -- totally rooting for them.
Now can everyone please stop saying Jake is gay. Brokeback Mountain was just a movie.
“Being a new mother, it was really important for me to get excited about this election. It is such one of change and new development for our country and for the future of my son. I want the best possibilities for him.”
--- Hot mama Christina Aguilera, with son Max, 5 months, on why she got involved with the Rock the Vote campaign
Somebody wanted to get out of being married in a hurry!
Just a month after filing for divorce, Bill Murray and his wife of ten years, Jennifer Murray, are officially dunzo. Jen, who also took out a restraining order on the actor, will get two houses and primary custody of the kids. Bill will pay child support and get their other 3 properties, and will have to pay his ex a lump sum of $7 million dollars, as stated in their pre-nup.
The hastiness of the split, and the lack of fight on the behalf of Bill, only makes all of Jennifer's allegations against him look to be true. The mother of his children had said that Bill had a list of addictions; to alcohol, sex and drugs, and that the actor had been physically abusive.
In the grand scheme of things, this quickie divorce looks like the best thing that could have happened to the former Mrs. Murray.
Come on! How adorable is this photo of Maggie Gyllenhaal's two greatest loves,actor boyfriend Peter Sarsgaard and 20-month-old daughter, Ramona?
I particularly love how the tot is holding on to her dad's ears. Too cute.
As the new Batman flick, The Dark Knight, is getting ready to be released, a lot of the excitement for the film is overshadowed by the sadness of Heath Ledger's death. Heath, who reportedly gives a stunning performance as the Caped Crusader's nemesis, The Joker, left quite an impact on the movie's other star, Christian Bale.
"I want to talk about Heath," Christian told the new issue of Parade. "When you miss somebody, you want to speak about him."
"He was a unique character, a very infectious character. He was a good man, and I was glad to have spent time with him. He was somebody who I’d been seeing on a daily basis for months. It takes a long time to accept that someone’s gone, when all body and mind are telling you that this is somebody you will know for a great deal of time. He was something of a kindred spirit to myself."
The actor says that he feels the need to express his admiration for his late co-star, particularly for those that Heath has left behind.
"Much of it has to do with my respect for his daughter, whom he loved so dearly and whom he would talk about so often. For me, that is of incredible importance."
I'm still so sad about this, and I want to see the movie, but I feel like it might be hard to concentrate on the film and not on Heath. I might have to wait for the DVD. Are you going?
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie just keep on giving.
The supercouple's charity, the Jolie-Pitt Foundation, has just donated $1 million to the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict, which will aid American and Iraqi children suffering from the war.
"These educational support programs for children of conflict are the best way to help them heal," Angie said.
The cool mil will be split down the middle -- $500,000 for the Armed Service YMCA Operation Hero Program, which helps educate and emotionally support children of military personnel serving in Iraq, and $500,000 will go to groups dealing with Iraqi women and children, such as Women for Women International, The International Rescue Committee, and NineMillion.org.
"We hope to encourage others to give to these great organizations," said Brad Pitt.
These two are do-gooders at their best.
Nicole Richie is branching out from reality TV to try her hand at comedy. The new mom has scored a guest spot on NBC's Chuck, where, according to the network, Nic will play a “snarky and spiteful girl who tortured” the female lead character in high school.
Josh Schwartz, the show's executive producer says that they didn't just hand the script to Harlow's mom -- she actually had to work to get the part. “Nicole auditioned for the part and was very funny. This role is a great opportunity for her to show off her comedic skills and be diabolically evil and kick some butt. It’s going to be really fun.”
The episode will air sometime in the fall.
Hey, congrats, Nicole!
I warn you -- this story is not for the faint of heart.
It seems that Verne Troyer, of Austin Powers Mini-Me fame, made a sex tape with his former live-in girlfriend. TMZ.com was unfortunate lucky enough to get their hands on it and share it with the world. The website only has a 25 second clip but, I tell you, it's 25 seconds of your life you will never, as they put it, "unsee".
Of course comeone is going to make gazillions of dollars of this, as the broker for Paris Hilton's foray into porn, One Night In Paris, is said to be working on a $100k offer from SugarDVD to distribute the disturbance.
Watch the clip here, if you must, but, I'm warning you again -- I threw up a little in my mouth from it.
I, admittedly, have a hard time seeing past Tim McGraw's beautiful arms in this video, but if you can, watch the singer single-handedly bounce an audience member from his concert.
Apparently Faith Hill's manly man witnessed some sort of ruckus in the front row, while performing "Indian Outlaw" in Auburn, Wash, when some guy rushed the stage and allegedly hit a woman in the crowd. Always the southern gentleman, Tim was not having that and called for security. When they didn't respond quickly enough, he reached into the crowd and pulled the menace to society on stage! Security finally showed up and escorted the dude out, but not before Tim almost had to knock the havoc-wreaker out (check out how he cocks his fist back).
Then what happened? Tim went right on singing.
It doesn't get any hotter than that.
We're huge, HUGE fans of Tina Fey here at Blabber. Why? 'Cause she's a smart, extremely talented and hysterically funny woman. Which is why I was so psyched to see that the 30 Rock creator/star ranked as one of the Most Relevant Comics of Today. Thebroscode.com (a site mainly geared towards guys, mind you) put Tina in the No. 3 spot on their list dedicated to those with the biggest funny bone. Check it out:
"The Queen of 30 Rock is also the Queen of self-deprecating humor. Fey continues to show what it means to be a funny, smart, sexy woman in today’s world and does it not only with her standout NBC comedy, but in the movie world as well with Mean Girls (which she wrote) and most recently Baby Mama. Perhaps her most brilliant move? Snagging Alec Baldwin for the role of Jack Donaghy on 30 Rock. Relevance Today? Fey is the model for a new generation of female comics, and is continuing to carry the torch handed to her by the likes of Lucille Ball, Mary Tyler Moore, and Gilda Radner."
Not too shabby of a review, eh?
You know who else made the cut? That's right -- Ellen DeGeneres -- who we couldn't love more.
So, three cheers for the ladies who can hang with the big boy comic giants -- and for those who recognize them.
For more on Hollywood's ladylike crack ups, take our new Funniest Female Comedies quiz.
I'm not telling you who to vote for in the upcoming Presidential election -- that is certainly not the Daily Blabber girl's purpose on this earth. But it is my job to bring you cool and interesting happenings in the world of pop culture, as I see fit, which is why I'm posting this.
I LOVE this cover of the new Rolling Stone. And, yes, I do want to know who Barack Obama is listening to on his iPod. Hell, I'm thrilled to know he has an iPod.
Anyway, the Democratic presidential contender says he likes all different types of music; from Springsteen, Bob Dylan and The Rolling Stones, to Earth Wind and Fire and Stevie Wonder (his hero), to Jay-Z and Ludacris.
Will this sway your vote either way come November? Probably not (actually, I really hope it's not what you base your decision on), but, let's say you run into to Barack at the local Starbucks -- you now know you can break into your favorite verse of "Big Pimpin'" and he'll probably sing along.
My job is done.
Our friends over at Popsugar.com scored the first photos of new mom Jennifer Lopez in a bikini!
Jen, hubby Marc Anthony, and the twins, Max and Emme, are currently hanging out in Tenerife, Spain, where the whole clan is spending some time soaking up the sun. Let me tell you, Jen looks pretty damn good for a girl who gave birth to two babies just a bit ago.
And, yes, if you're wondering, her booty is still magnificent.
Check out the pics and let me know what you think of Jen's body, those cutie babes, and, if you must, Marc.
Wow! Talk about the wheels falling off the bus.
Anne Hathaway's shady businessman ex Raffaello Follieri was in Federal court yesterday, and was charged with six counts of wire fraud and five counts of money laundering. The Feds said revealed that Raf tested positive for opiates during a test Tuesday morning.
Get this -- his bail was set at $21 million!
Why so high? Well, the prosecution argued that Anne's ex was a "con man" and a "high potential risk of flight," who would flee the country and had the financial means to do so. He is being placed under home detention until he can come up with the cash. He is also facing up to 120 years in prison.
Not good. Like my mama always said, "You play, you pay."
There she is! The newest member of the Spelling-McDermott clan.
Stella Doreen makes her tabloid debut on the cover of the new issue of OK!
Doesn't she look exactly like her dad? It's like his Dean's face on a dressed-up doll! Crazy!
Tori opens up to the mag, revealing that, although Stella wasn't exactly planned, the actress and her hubby couldn't be more thrilled with their "mistake".
"I was on one pill and wasn't feeling well, so I went off of it," Tori said. "Two days later, the doctor put me on another, and on that one day, we conceived. It was meant to be!"
Apparently, she's never heard the term "T.M.I."
Anyway, Tori won't be sacking those maternity dresses away in the attic, as Donna Martin can see giving Liam and Stella another sibling in the future.
"We like making babies," Tori tells the mag. "Gosh, I always said I'd be happy having one of each, and I still maintain that. But I wouldn't mind having three."
What do you think of Stella?
Why TV Guide, why?
I have so many questions that need to be answered regarding the new issue of what is supposed to be a concise listing of what I should be watching on television.
1) Why would you have a "get-in-shape" issue? People read your mag because they don't want to go to the gym -- they want to sit on their couch, eating Cakesters, and watch bad reality TV.
2) Why would you put Audrina from The Hills on the cover? Other than her nice butt, girl really doesn't have a lot to offer the American public. She actually says that she gets her good backside by wearing "heels when I vacuum." Ah, such sound advice.
3) Does the world really need more of Mario Lopez? I still can't figure out how he went from Saved By The Bell's A.C. Slater to the hottest commodity on television right now. Especially with quotes like, "I never feel awake unless I'm sweating."
4) Why would we ever want to see these two together? It's like annoyance overload. And how long before they start dating?
Please TV Guide, don't fall prey to the pressures of the magazine industry. Go back to doing what you do best --telling us what to watch -- and leave all the nakedy, oiled-up covers to the other publications -- like Miley Cyrus' Vanity Fair.
I would love to tell you that Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is a born star -- and that you can see the two-year-old's incredible talent by watching this preview of her dad's new movie -- but I'd be lying.
Shiloh is making her big screen debut in the previews for Brad Pitt's new film The Curious Case of Benjamin Buttons. The tot is on screen for a millisecond (at 1:22), as her pops holds her in his arms and they watch a balloon float away. The shot is taken from such a distance that it could, pretty much, be me that Brad is cradling.
In addition, I almost have no idea what this movie is about from the preview -- and if it is supposed to make me want to see it, yeah, it's not working. Watch and tell me what you think.
Michelle Williams is not fighting with Heath Ledger's family -- not over his will, money, or Matilda.
The New York Post had printed a story saying that the actress was "boycotting" the premiere of Heath's last movie, The Dark Knight, because the late actor's family will be there. A source told the paper that Michelle is still "furious" with them because she "has seen nothing" from Heath's will.
Does that really sound like it goes with anything else we've seen of Michelle since Heath's death in January -- or ever for that matter? The girl has done nothing but try to grieve privately with their daughter and spend time with her dearly-departed love's family.
Michelle's rep told UsMagazine.com: "The presumption that Michelle ever intended to attend The Dark Knight premiere is unfounded, but to say she is 'boycotting' due to a rift with Heath’s family is absurd.
"It is time to allow this family to go about their lives without this continued scrutiny and speculation."
Couldn't agree more.
It was another good day in court for Britney Spears!
According to a court rep, Britney had requested a hearing to reevaluate her visitation schedule with her boys -- and it was granted! Both Brit and Kevin Federline were on hand for the closed-door hearing in Los Angeles, as Britney's parenting coach answered questions from the court.
"There was a change in [Spears's] visitation status that was ordered," Superior Court spokesman Allan Parachini said. "Britney's demeanor in court was businesslike. I think any judge is pleased to see progress being made by parties in a case."
The exact details of the new agreement were not revealed, but TMZ.com says that Brit was asking for overnights with Sean and Jayden. When asked by UsMagazine.com, outside the courthouse, if she was happy with the result, Brit smiled and said "Yes".
Next there will be a status meeting on July 15th to check in on how everything is going.
GOOOOOO BRITNEY!
Uh-oh. Maybe that 911 call a while back to Heather Locklear's house wasn't such a fluke.
According to People.com, the primetime drama goddess is seeking treatment for psychological issues at an Arizona facility.
"Heather has been dealing with anxiety and depression. She requested an in-depth evaluation of her medication and entered into a medical facility for proper diagnosis and treatment," said her rep, Cece Yorke. "This is a confidential medical matter and no further statement will be released."
I'm so sad for her! I love Heather (even though she is currently dating my former boyfriend Jack Wagner) -- always have, always will. Feel better soon!
Apparently breaking up with her boyfriend was about as "getting smart" as you possibly can.
Anne Hathaway's very recent ex has been arrested on wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering charges, according to the NY Daily News. Raffaello Follieri is accused of "falsely telling an investor that the Vatican had appointed him to manage its financial affairs."
The Vatican?! Oy vey.
Raf allegedly claimed that "as a result of his Vatican connections, he and others could obtain properties of the Catholic church in the United States at a substantial discount to fair market value."
Wow -- that's bad. He's going to have lots of 'splainin' to do when he meets his Maker.
Anne's dirty ex was arrested earlier in the year for allegedly bouncing a huge check -- which he said was just a misunderstanding. His charity, the Follieri Foundation, is also under investigation.
The Get Smart actress' publicist wants everyone to know that Anne is not involved in any of this and that the star is no longer a board member of the charity.
Anne needs to go far, far away from this dude -- especially since her Hollywood rep has been pretty spotless. Run, run like the wind.
It looks like soap star/The Biggest Loser host Alison Sweeney may be this year's biggest gainer. The Days Of Our Lives star spilled the beans, in front of the Loser's newest cast, that she is expecting a baby.
"She told them that, in a season all about family, hers is about to get bigger," her rep, Carrie Simons, told People.com.
This will be the second child for Alison and her husband, Dave Sanov, who have a son, Ben, 3.
Congrats!
MTV is going all out this year for the big 25th anniversary of the Video Music Awards.
25 years! Wow!
The network is taking over the Paramount lot in Hollywood for the festivities, which will air on September 7. According to an MTV press release, the awards will be handed out from various locations around the famed studio complex, including city streets, rooftops, and sound stages.
"With Paramount Pictures as the ideal setting, the glamour and musical heritage of L.A. are sure to be catalysts for creating explosive pop culture moments that the VMAs are known for," said President of MTV Networks Music Group, Van Toffler.
You'll also get a chance to put your stamp on the show, as MTV is letting viewers help choose the nominees this year.
Sounds awesome! I'm hoping to get there this year to live blog -- then I can bring you all the craziness front and center. Like Kanye West and his inevitable bitchfest and all the drunk stars. Could Britney be brave enough to perform again? Wooohoooo!
"I didn't buy Anna's [Nicole Smith] lingerie for Dannielynn. We're still on Sesame Street. We won't get to Playboy until at least the age of 21."
--- Larry Birkhead, to E! News, clarifying the creepiness of buying his one-year-old $3,000 worth of her mother's lingerie, at a Las Vegas auction.
It is NOT David Cook and Kimberly Caldwell, everybody.
Nope, the bachelor-no-more is Season 2 winner, Ruben Studdard, whose rep confirmed to UsMagazine.com that he and Surata Zuri McCants are engaged. The couple obtained a marriage license at the Shelby County Probate Office in Birmingham Alabama on Monday, which means they are planning to wed in the next 30 days.
I wonder if Ruben's pal Clay Aiken and his pregnant babymama will attend the nups?
You have to hand it Heidi Montag. After releasing her first song, "Higher", to a boatload of criticism, The Hills girl didn't pack up her Bible and head back to the town of seven people she came from. No way. Not even after making that horrendous video on the beach with her spawn of Satan boyfriend Spencer Pratt.
Nope, Heidi's back with a brand new song -- and it's just as bad (it seriously might be worse) than the first one. "Fashion" is her new release and, apparently, the only way Lauren Conrad's nemesis could get time in a recording studio was if she started her own label.
“Heidi has started her own record label with Super Producer RedONE,” a source told People.com. “RedOne will write and produce with Heidi an entire album of 13 songs.”
I would like to extend my sympathies now to RedONE. For all my How I Met Your Mother fans out there, Heidi's new single (listen to it here) wouldn't beat a Robin Sparkles' song on the charts. For those of you who don't watch HIMYM, the previous sentence just means it's bad. Real bad.
A friend and I were just talking about Celine Dion and, while we both admit that we think she has a great voice, we just can't get why people are ridiculously obsessed with her. And yes, she can belt out a power ballad like nobody's business (I still cry every time I hear the Titanic song), there are a few tunes that she really shouldn't sing.
Hence the reason Total Guitar magazine named her rendition of AC/DC's "You Shook Me All Night Long" the worst cover ever.
Wow! The worst cover ever! That includes American Idol's William Hung and his now-famous take on Ricky Martin's "She Bangs". What's even a harder and more direct kick in the pants, is that Celine sang the song once on television, six years ago -- and the panel at the UK mag still remember it as the worst thing they've ever heard.
"Cover versions have never been bigger but the number one worst song—Celine Dion covering AC/DC—is sacrilege," spat Total Guitar editor Stephen Lawson.
"Could it really be that bad," I thought. I LOVE that song -- it's the perfect "drinking in a dive" tune -- could Celine, with the voice of an angel, really muck it up that badly? Sadly, the answer is yes.
But, hey, maybe some of you out there are the crazy-obsessed Celine fans I was talking about. If so, watch this and let me know how you feel about it. But, I warn you, if you do decide you love it, we probably can't be friends anymore.
"If we smoked real weed, we wouldn't get anything done over here. I think it is crazy that it is illegal, and I think it is crazy that people are in jail once they get busted with small amounts of marijuana. I just don't see it as that dangerous of a narcotic."
Weeds star -- and obvious supporter -- Elizabeth Perkins, on puffing "a combination of herbs that don't get you stoned" for the camera.
Well, isn't Larry Birkhead just the most sentimental and thoughtful dad?
Anna Nicole Smith's former boyfriend paid around $3,000 at a celebrity auction on Saturday, to take home a bunch of lacy things things that the late model once wore in a Playboy photo shoot. Dannielynn's daddy said that he plans on using it to teach his daughter what her mom was all about -- when the little girl grows up, of course.
“Playboy was such a big part of Anna’s career,” Larry told the Associate Press.
So what exactly did he buy to complete his show and tell? A pink bustier for $1,800 and a white negligee for $1,000.
Okaaaaay. I'm sure that's not all going to be awkward or creepy for Dannielynn. Ewww.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are going all out for their wedding. The duo, who attended Friday night's Daytime Emmy Awards, told reporters that the plans for their "dream wedding" are well underway. Ellen announced on her show last month, after the California Supreme Court decided to overturn the ban on gay marriage, that she and her girl would be tying the knot.
"How do I feel about it? I obviously feel like it's long overdue," the comedienne said. "I think someday people will look back on this like women not having the right to vote and segregation and anything else that seems ridiculous that we don't all have the same rights."
As for their own nups, Ellen said that they are making headway. "We have set a wedding date," she said on the red carpet, where Portia was sportin' a brand new ring, complete with pink diamonds.
Some of the wedding will air on Ellen's talk show (yay!) and the Emmy-winner (she won her fourth consecutive for Outstanding Talk-Show Host on Friday) says the entertainment will be pretty good, telling reporters "incredible people" will sing at their ceremony.
There will, no doubt, be a ton of dancing. Can't wait!
The newest Spears mama is home, as Jamie Lynn and baby Maddie Briann were released from the hospital late Friday night. Taken from Mississippi to their family's home in Kentwood, LA. by a police escort (hey, where was my police escort when my kid was born?), JL and her little bundle of joy were said to be "catching up on their rest."
"They're doing terrific," a source told People.com. "The baby's got 10 fingers and 10 toes ... and a full head of hair. She's long, a tall baby, and she weighs 7 lbs, 11 oz."
Apparently Casey Aldridge's (Maddie's daddy) mom -- and new grandma, Joyce Aldridge -- says that the tot got at least one feature from her pops. She "has Casey's toes," the Nana insisted.
Yessiree, she's got his toes -- let's hope she's gotten that Aldridge keen sense of observation as well.
Sad news as one of the funniest -- and raunchiest -- comedians has died.
George Carlin passed away from heart failure Sunday, his rep said. The funny man, who has had a history of heart problems and smoked like a chimney, had been complaining of chest pains.
George was not just a comedian -- he was an actor (Remember him in Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure?), an author, and an award-winner. He produced 23 comedy albums, 14 HBO specials, three books, a couple of TV shows and appeared in several movies, winning four Grammys for best spoken comedy album, and was nominated for five Emmy awards. He was also the very first host of Saturday Night Live in 1975.
George was slated to take home the 2008 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in November.
"In his length career as a comedian, writer, and actor, George Carlin has not only made us laugh, but he makes us think," Stephen Schwarzman, Kennedy Center chairman, said in a statement. "His influence on the next generation of comics has been far-reaching."
Take a look back at George's life:From what I've seen of George there's no doubt he went down fighting -- RIP.
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Rapper/Producer Timbaland tied the knot this weekend, in a fancy ceremony on a private island in Aruba.
How do you say "Oooh la la!" in Aruban?
About 300 people, including Mary J. Blige and Omarion, looked on as Timba and Monique Idlett said their vows for the second time. You see, the couple have officially been man and wife since last month when they had a small wedding in front of a family pastor, but wanted to do it again big with a formal par-tay.
The couple welcomed a baby girl together, Reign, in November.
Congrats!
Things are not looking good for Amy Winehouse.
After fainting early last week and undergoing a battery of tests to determine what exactly is wrong with the singer, Amy's dad is now revealing that she is suffering from the beginning stages of emphysema.
"She's got emphysema," Mitch Winehouse told London's Sunday Mirror. "It's in its early stages, but had it gone on for another month they painted a very vivid picture of her sitting there like an old person with a mask on her face struggling to breathe."
The concerned pop was the one who took his daughter to the hospital in the first place, and he's now opening up about detrimental the effects of Amy's drug using. "With smoking the crack cocaine and the cigarettes her lungs are all gunked up," he said. "There are nodules around the chest and dark marks. She's got 70 percent lung capacity."
Amy, who's been in and out of rehab over the last year, reportedly told her dad that, since this last hospital stay, her affair with drugs is over. "She said, 'Don't worry about me, dad. I know I've got to stop taking drugs now.'"
I hope for her sake she's really getting it this time, but I'm pretty sure we'll be down this road again. Her poor family...
"He's an extremely hands-on dad with all the kids and really, really supportive. Any woman knows that when you're pregnant, if you have a partner who is embracing it with you and excited with you, it makes all the difference. I'm very lucky to have him."
--- Angelina Jolie gushing about her main man, Brad Pitt, to USA Today, about how freakin' perfect he is.
I'm still not sure I get the whole Jonas Brothers craze, but the boys' new video is out and it's pretty cute. The song is "Burnin' Up", off their upcoming CD A Little Bit Longer, and the Bros take a page from another JB in the James Bond-esque shoot. Also, their big movie, Camp Rock, premieres tonight on the Disney Channel. So, if you know a girl between the ages of 5 and 17, that's where she'll be later.
If you're more of a cougar (like me and Jennifer Aniston) -- check out our new slide show on the boy band who rocked our world in the 1990's -- New Kids On The Block: Where Have They Been?
Can you even imagine the amount of incoherent blathering Paula Abdul must have done when she and boyfriend of a little over a year, J.T. Torregiani, broke up?
According UsMagazine.com, Paula and the restaurateur have been dunzo for over two months and J.T. has packed his bags and moved out.
Though a source close to the American Idol judge says that Paula is handling the split well (She’s doing fine," a pal said. "She has moved on with her life.”), I have my doubts. You see PA had said in the recent past (while she and J.T. were happy) that she thought there was going to be a baby in her near future. She told USA Today last October that having children was "the next step in my life."
Poor Paula. There is always Simon...
Loose canon Naomi Campbell was in court today and pleaded guilty to assaulting two police officers in London's Heathrow airport in April.
According to People.com, the model plead guilty to four of the six charges she was facing – "two counts of assaulting a police constable; one of using threatening, abusive words or behavior to cabin crew; and one of using insulting, abusive, threatening behavior or disorderly conduct likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress."
That's a whole lot of bad attitude!
"Ms. Campbell was aggressive, hostile and violent to people who were simply trying to do their jobs," C.P.S. director Nazir Afzal said in a statement. "Her behaviour fell far short of what is acceptable."
Naomi, who is infamous for flying off the handle, is awaiting her sentencing.
"The magistrate has asked for a report from the probation service prior to sentencing," an insider said. "It is expected that she will be sentenced this afternoon."
She's looking at up to six months in the slammer and a fine of $10,000 for each assault charge.
She so deserves to go to jail. She's a lunatic who never learns. Let's see her throw some of that sass around a women's prison.


Funny little ditty in today's Rush & Malloy column.
Jeremy Piven tried to put the smooth moves on Tranformers sexpot Megan Fox backstage at the Spike TV's Guys Choice Awards by coming at her with this line:
"I don't know you, but I should."
The gossip column said that the Entourage star was "staring" at Megan "like a lamb chop" before continuing on his quest to get her attention.
"I know you're getting an award," The Piv mustered up.
"Do you even know which one?" Meg, who's engaged to Brian Austin Green (aka David Silver), snarked back.
I'm sure Jer was all ready to come out with something brilliant, like "The Hottest Girl Who Ever Woke Up Next To Me" Award, but Megan turned around a jetted before Jeremy could even answer.
Oh, The Piv. He's such a ladykiller.
Revenge is going to be sweet for Christie Brinkley.
According to Access Hollywood, the model has gone to the NY Supreme Court and asked that the details from her divorce case be made public! She totally wants to screw her ex, Peter Cook, who's little tryst with his 18-year-old assistant put a damper on their marriage.
In addition to his affair, it seems Christie's ex had a thing for Internet porn, and he loved to check out swingers sites in search of some frisky women.
Apparently, the Uptown Girl is choosing to forego privacy to embarrass the hell out of her cheating husband.
“She’s still spitting mad at Cook,” an insider said.
Hell hath no fury....
Now this is upsetting to me.
I was at the beach with my friend Emme yesterday and, while we were admiring the young 20-something, tanned and toned lifeguards, when got into a conversation about how old a woman is before she can be considered a "cougar" -- you know, the older woman on the prowl to date the younger man. Em alluded to the fact that we (ages 32 and 33) were very close, if not already there.
"No way," I said.
When I think of a cougar, I think of Samantha from Sex and the City, a woman at least in her mid-to-late-forties. So, imagine my surprise when I returned home from my girl's day to find out that Jennifer Aniston, 39, has topped a list as one website's Favorite Cougar!
JENNIFER ANISTON?
I might have to cry.
But, here's the catch -- Wowowow.com defined the very popular term "cougar" as "a woman, typically 35 or older, who is in a relationship with a man who is younger than she by eight to ten years or more." So Jen fits the bill, considering she's hooking up with John Mayer, who's only 30.
You know who else is on the list? Halle Berry, Demi Moore, and Madonna.
I guess, if the ridiculously hot and sexy Halle, 41, who just had a baby with the gorge Gabriel Aubry, who is ten years her junior, is being considered a cougar, then maybe Emme and I should just embrace the term. I'd like to be grouped with Halle, Demi and Jen any day. But weigh in here, how old is a woman before she can be considered a "cougar" -- and tell me if you think the term is offensive.
Amy Winehouse is still in the hospital after a fainting spell on Monday sent her for a medical evaluation.
The singer's rep says that Amy's doctors have yet to figure out what's ailing the star, and that a medical team at the London facility where she's currently being treated is conducting more tests to get to the bottom of the mystery.
Amy is set to perform at the end of the month at both a London concert celebrating Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday and the U.K.'s Glastonbury music festival. Her rep insists the shows will still go on, but Amy's dad said that his daughter will remain hospitalized "as long as possible" until someone can figure out what the problem is.
Um, the problem is she's a crackhead. Dr. House has nothin' on me.
According to Kimora Lee Simmons, she and actor boyfriend, Djimon Honsou, are, sort of, maybe, planning on getting married.
When asked by People.com if they were engaged, Kim answered, "Kind of."
Okay, let's try and make it easier for you, did he give you a ring? "Well, kind of," the designer, who is still in the process of divorcing ex Russell Simmons, said, "not quite."
What they hell does that mean? Did he give you a ring made out of tin foil (still a ring!)? Did he give you a ring but then take it back? Did he give you a dress and call it an "engagement dress?" What? Just tell us.
"Kind of" really annoying.
Sometimes I can't believe this is my job.
Okay, most of the time.
It is my duty to report that Tori Spelling's beloved puppy, Mimi LaRue, has gone to doggy heaven.
"She was a star and a true lady, and she will be missed greatly," Tori told People.com. "People everywhere knew her by name. I loved when fans wanted her over me. I felt proud!"
The 11-year-old pug died of natural causes, in her house, surrounded by all of her family -- Tori, Dean McDermott, Liam, and new baby girl, Stella, who is less than two weeks old.
"I'm devastated," Tori said. "I'm convinced she waited around to make sure I had the daughter I always dreamt about before she left us."
Tori's trusted companion was a staple in her life and was seen just about everywhere Tori was. "She was not just a dog but a fashion icon and legend amongst Hollywood dogs," The 90210-er said of her pal. "She received fan e-mail on a regular basis, and I often joked she got sent more designer clothes than me!"
"She was a loving pet and a true diva to the end."
Our hearts are with Tori and her fam -- it's obvious how much she loved that pup.
For more on my beloved Donna Martin, check out our brand new interview with Tori and Dean.
Undercover lovers Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell took their romance to Ostia Lido beach in Italy. The couple are currently filming a new flick together, aptly titled When In Rome, but, on a break from working, Krax (that's their new couple name) took their smitten selves to the ocean for some private time.
Well, I guess it wasn't too private, considering a paparazzo got this shot of them, but don't they look lost in the moment. That's one passionate smooch, no? Good for them.
P.S. How hot does Dax's body look? Boy's been eating his Wheaties.


Check out the difference a year makes for Kristen Johnston!
The photo on the right was taken June 2007 -- the photo on the left was taken June 2008. In that year, the 3rd Rock From the Sun actress has dropped a whopping 60 lbs! I never thought she was fat to begin with, but now she's like a bean pole.
So, what's the deal?
Nothing too scandalous -- the 6 foot-tall drink of water says she was just uncomfortable in her own skin.
“When actresses lose weight, people can think they are anorexic. It is important to me to say that is not the case here,” she told People mag. “After a show, you’re so hopped up you have a couple of drinks with friends. Yeah, I’ll stay for another round! That, plus a diet of pizza, BLTs and fries, dinner at 11 pm. I was miserable,” she admitted about her lifestyle. So she changed it.
She cut out the boozing, replaced some of her pizza with salads, salmon and oatmeal, and -- voila -- she's a skinny-mini.
“I think it looks great. I feel amazing,” Kristen says. “I no longer stress about my body. I’m in a happy place.”
What do you think of KJ's new physique?
Check out other tiny celebs in our Less Than Zero slide show.
Britney is back in Louisiana, y'all -- and she's getting ready to birth some babies. Or at least be there for the birth of her sister's baby.
Jamie Lynn's big sis left LAX Wednesday morning on a commercial flight, accompanied by papa Jamie Spears, brother, Bryan Spears (who People mag named one of the hottest bachelors of the year), and her assistant Brett. The clan arrived in New Orleans later in the afternoon and schlepped their stuff to the Casa Spears, in their hometown of Kentwood.
The whole fam is prepping for the big birth of their newest member -- who is rumored to be another little lady.
Isn't that nice? They are totally pulling together. I'm all pro-Spears this morning.
David Beckham is at it again -- just hanging out in his underwear for Emporio Armani.
This new ad for the autumn/winter 2009 collection some will causing major whiplash all over the world, as it's set to appear on a giant mural in San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, London, Milan, Rome, Paris and Tokyo.
Yes, he's ridiculously sexy, but would he be slightly sexier if he had a pair of jeans on? I happen to think so.
Angelina Jolie appears in a new PSA, hoping to raise awareness for World Refugee Day on June 20th.
"They have survived war, they have survived displacement, they have survived rape, they have survived hunger and disease. For those who have survived and for those who did not, we are thinking of you on this day," Angie says in the emotional clip.
You guys can't possibly find fault in this, can you?
Who did People mag name their hottest bachelor of 2008? The same guy that should be getting the Biggest Cheater Award -- Mario Lopez.
Womp, womp. Aside from his abs and his dimples the dude has no redeeming qualities, and it's obvious that he knows how good looking he is. Just so you know guys, that's a total turn-off.
Fortunately, the mag chose some other, very worthy men to rank as the hottest single guys on the planet. For one, my honey, David Cook, winner of American Idol and humble sexy stud extraordinare (see his pic here). But, David says he's shy when it comes to girls.
"Looking a pretty woman in the eye and convincing her I'm worth taking a chance on is different. It takes a specific brand of guts, and it's not the kind I have," my soulful singer said.
Did you hear that thud? That was me falling to the floor -- I love this kid!
Other names on the list: the guys from Gossip Girl (natch!) SNL's Andy Samberg (funny is sexy!), tennis star James Blake (bald is hot!), actor Gerard Butler (those eyes!), and Adam Levine from Maroon 5 (a little bit of a bad boy). Britney's brother, Bryan Spears, also made the cut.
Any one of these guys should have been named the hottest over Mario -- I would have even accepted Brody Jenner and Frankie Delgado from The Hills, who somehow made the list.
Totally anti-Mario.
“When I first saw the baby on the ultrasound, I started crying. I didn’t think I’d get to experience that in my lifetime. I like the unpredictable nature of it. To feel life growing with you is something very, very special, and I’m going to embrace that completely. I don’t believe in flittering around the edges of things. You’re either going to walk through life and experience it fully or you’re going to be a voyeur. And I’m not a voyeur.”
--- Nicole Kidman, to the July issue of Vogue, on immersing herself in pregnancy

It looks like Anne Hathaway did some "getting smart" of her own, and has ended her relationship with Italian financier Raffaello Follieri.
The businessman has been in the news lately, as it was reported last week that his Follieri Foundation was being probed by New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo. Raffaello was also picked up by police recently for allegedly bouncing a $215,000 check, which Anne's man said was all a big misunderstanding. Sources say all this bad press led the actress to make the tough decision that she (and her career) were better off without him -- which is probably why he wasn't by her side at the Get Smart premiere on Monday.
"There has been tension between them lately," a source close to the couple said. "They had a scene in Paris last week. Her family and handlers have been telling her that he's hurting her career. It's a shame, because they really do love each other. But he's a gentleman. He'll let her do what she thinks she has to do."
Reps for the couple haven't denied the split.
Do you think Anne made the right move?
Matthew McConaughey was celebrating his impending fatherhood -- big time -- on June 6, as the movie star partied like a frat boy at a bar in Nicaragua.
According to Star (who's got the pics!), Matt, whose girlfriend, Camila Alves, is scheduled to give birth to their child next month, got his drink on at the Iguana in San Juan Del Sur, and threw his southern charm around to all the ladies of the place.
"He was acting like an out-of-control 18-year-old," said a bar patron. "He already seemed to be drunk when he arrived alone, and he only got worse from there on. He was putting the make on every woman in his path, throwing his arms around them and trying to kiss them, and trying to dirty-dance with a few out on the floor. But he was a mess, slurring his words and stumbling around.
"A few minutes after he finally left the bar, someone found him searching through a sewage ditch outside. When they asked him what he was doing, he mumbled, 'I've lost my flip-flops!'"
When asked about the incident by the NY Daily News, Matt responded via email. He denied hitting on anyone, but embraced being a big 'ol sloshed mess.
"Drunk?" he wrote. "Absolutely. Nicaragua is a beautiful place, epic waves, the best surfing I have ever been on. And yes, I'm STILL looking for my left flip-flop. So if anyone finds it floating around down there (it has 6:22 stitched into the side), please send it my way. There is a reward."
I just love Matt -- drunk and all. And I'm sure Camila knows very well who she's taken up with -- it's not like her love has ever tried to be something other than a hot, sexy, drunk surfin' stoner. I just wish I was the one he was dancing with...
Taking a page from Grey's Anatomy's Katherine Heigl (she could take a few, if you ask me), Lindsay Lohan has opted not to put herself in the running for this year's Emmy awards, for her quick stint on Ugly Betty.
Isn't that special?
According to UsMagazine.com, Lindsay pulled her name from consideration in the hopes that she'll have a better shot at next year's ceremony. You see, Linds is scheduled to be back again next season, playing a schoolmate of Betty's.
"The appearance was brief," a rep for the actress told the Los Angeles Times. "We made a decision to wait."
With Lindsay out perhaps all of the people wanting to vote for the underdog with lean towards a Britney Spears nomination for How I Met Your Mother. I so want that to happen.
Could Britney Spears be deserting L.A.? What will the paparazzi do with themselves?
At a court hearing today, Britney's dad was granted the right to sell the singer's Studio City home. You know, the home that has been the center of nothing but trouble for the pop tart since she has moved in. It was not revealed exactly where Britney would like to set up shop next, but sources told People.com that she is definitely looking for something specific. "Having more privacy and wide open spaces for her to raise her boys has been a goal for some time," said the insider.
Also in court today, Brit's lawyer made mention that BS wouldn't be in California for the next couple of days -- though he never said where she was going. The best guess is that Brit is headed back to Louisiana to spend some time with sister Jamie Lynn, who is very pregnant.
Do you think Britney could or would leave the limelight?
Should I be ashamed that one of my favorite TV shows is leading the nominations in the Teen Choice Awards?
Gossip Girl, the OMFG amazing show, had scored 14 nominations, FOX announced today. Chace Crawford and Penn Badgely are up against each other for TV actor in a Drama, while Penn's real-life love, Blake Lively, is up for Female Hottie. The show is also in the running for Breakout Show, and Best TV Drama.
If you ask me, the show should win every award every created -- so what that I'm 33. The Teen Choice Awards are set to air Aug. 4 on FOX. If you're ages 13-19 (just missed it!), you can vote for your fave nominees here.
You know, I thought the whole Miley Cyrus photo scandal thing was ridiculous to begin with -- I didn't see anything wrong with the photos then and I still don't. But can't we all just move on?
Miley's dad, Billy "Achy Breaky Heart" Cyrus talked to Today's Meredith Vieira for the first time about the Vanity Fair photos that had the country in an uproar -- and he just made it worse. The new host of Nashville Star actually said that he wasn't there when Annie Leibovitz took the "provocative" photos of Miley -- he had already left the shoot -- and was shocked to see the final shots.
"I didn't know they were gonna strip her down and wrap her in a blanket," he told Mer.
Strip her down? Did they tar and feather her too? And draw circles around her fat pockets with black permanent marker?
Miley was at a high-end magazine shoot with a world-famous photographer -- it wasn't Hell Night at the Delta Delta Delta sorority house. Give me an achy breaky break.
I knew it! Mario Lopez can not keep it in his pants no matter how hot his current girl is.
Mario and his partner/girlfriend from Dancing With the Stars, Karina Smirnoff announced their breakup last week, and just from K's comments on the split, it was obvious Mario was messing around. Then talk surfaced that the Saved By The Bell alum has been cheating on the dancer for over a year -- with waitress from Hooters!
Karina went on E!'s Chelsea Lately (which happens to be hilarious) and spoke about her ex's problem with fidelity. Check it out...
"Brad is actually a lovely, smart person, not to mention gorgeous. People just project so much onto him and Angelina [Jolie] which isn't true. I just find it so bizarre. It's like you've never been in the room with this person, much less met them but you're convinced as to who they are and what they're morality is."
--- Mary Louise Parker, Brad Pitt's co-star in Assassination of Jesse James, to Parade.com
Raise your hand if you think Angie hates her.
Kidding.


A list!
TV Guide has named the Top 10 Villains of Reality TV and I am lovin' it. Why? Because they hate all of the same people I do! The only problem I see is that most of the ingrates on the list are probably so happy they've ranked (right, Spencer?)
Anyway, everyone's favorite Apprentice psycho, Omarosa Manigault-Stallwort, scored the No. 1 spot, while The Hills loser, Spencer Pratt, only came in seventh. But I did love what the mag said about him.
"As half of the unholy union that is Speidi, Spencer never misses a chance to pimp his 'romance' with Heidi Montag – or publicly trash her ex-BFF, Lauren Conrad," the Guide commented.
So true, and Heidi didn't even rank at all on the list -- basically because she's just Spencer's puppet.
Here's the full list:
1 – Omarosa Manigault-Stallwort, The Apprentice
2 – Jonathan Baker, The Amazing Race
3 – Jonny Fairplay, Survivor: Pearl Islands
4 – Puck, The Real World: San Francisco
5 – Trish Schneider, The Bachelor
6 – Lisa Fernandes, Top Chef: Chicago
7 – Spencer Pratt, The Hills
8 – Wendy Pepper, Project Runway
9 – Ramona Singer, Real Housewives of New York City
10 – Lisa D’Amato, America’s Next Top Model
Now tell me who you love to hate.
Fiesta time! John Mayer and Jennifer Aniston headed for a Mexican getaway, as the hot couple vacationed in Punta Mita this weekend.
Johnnifer borrowed Casa Aramara, the ginormous pad of Girls Gone Wild bad boy Joe Francis, to spend a little R&R with some pals. The house is a hot spot for celebs, as Demi Moore had her 45th birthday party there in November, and Jen had spent some time in the sprawling house before, with former bf Vince Vaughan.
This time around, Jen did her usual sunbathing, while John doted on her.
"Jen spent time laying out on the loungers on the patio. John was always around, standing by her, making sure she was comfortable," says an onlooker.
Talk about living the good life, huh?
It's no secret that, by putting Lindsay Lohan in your movies, that you're taking some risks. Would she show up late everyday and piss off the rest of cast? Would she downward spiral into another alleged cocaine-filled car crash? Would she have to bow out for another stint in rehab? All possibilities if you look at the actress' past, but it seems the producers of LiLo's new flick, Labor Pains, took the risk and it's paying off.
"We were a little bit reluctant to work with her," producer Lati Grobman told People.com. "But she's been amazing."
Lindsay's bosses say she's been nothing but professional, showing up early and well-prepared for some 12-hour day shoots. In the new comedy, Lindsay plays a woman who tries to avoid getting fired by pretending to be pregnant.
"She's so natural at what she does. I've never seen one take where she's off," says Linds' boss. "The difference between her and the other girls that are naughty in the business is that she's actually talented. It's not [like] Paris Hilton and the rest of them. We took the chance. It's good that we did. So far, so good."
The biggest problem the flimmakers are encountering are the hoards of paps that are out for a shot of Lindsfilmmakers. "Paparazzi are ruining my life," says the producer. "This is the most insane thing I've ever seen in my life. They do things that are very, very aggressive. I'm not a producer anymore, I'm a police woman."
Is Lindsay on the road to becoming normal again? Or is that never even a real possibility?
Amy Winehouse fainted in her London home today, but was, luckily caught by her assistant's manager, who was able to catch the singer before she hit the ground. Amy was then taken to the hospital to get checked out.
"She quickly recovered and her father Mitch took her to hospital as a precaution," Amy's rep said of the mess' loss of consciousness. "Doctors are unsure of the cause of the incident and Amy is currently undergoing tests."
It looks like Amy may have to stay overnight for observation, which can only be a good thing for the troubled singer. Maybe they'll force her to eat something and she'll get in a shower.
Well aren't they all just one big, happy, mature family?
Kate Hudson spent Father's Day with all of the men in her life. Accompanied by Lance Armstrong and his three kids, Kate and son Ryder took cabs from NYC to a Brooklyn restaurant to meet up with Ryder's dad, Chris Robinson.
A witness says the Ryder is a fan of his mom's new beau and even opted to take the ride into the next borough with Lance instead of his mom.
"There was a boys' cab and a girls' cab," UsMagazine.com reports. "Ryder went with Lance. He was very comfortable with Lance," the spy said. "He ran right towards him!"
Kate and Lance were spotted in Toronto over the weekend at a charity bike race, but trekked back to New York to spend Dad's day with their children. "They were corralling all these kids together," the source said of the pair. "It was really about the kids.
Arriving at Frankie's 457 just ten minutes after the group, in walked Kate's ex, Chris, and his new girlfriend!
"They all celebrated Father's Day together," a witness said.
Well, isn't that nice. Awkward, but nice.
I've just spent the last 15 minutes sobbing over this video of Today's Matt Lauer speaking with Luke Russert, the only son of Meet The Press host Tim Russert, who suddenly passed away on Friday. This kid's grace and eloquence is amazing -- but the stand-out moment was when Matt stressed how much Luke's dad talked about his son -- and how everyone knew how much Tim loved Luke.
Watch this beautiful tribute -- and don't forget to tell the people in your lives how much they mean to you.
Could you just die from how freakin' cute Violet Affleck is? The dress, the shoes, the pigtails -- V's parents, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck certainly know how to make a good-looking kid. And she's always smiling!
Violet is, without a doubt, my fave celeb kid. Who's yours?
If you checked out Joel Madden's blog this weekend, you may have been psyched to read this:
"WE DID IT! NICOLE AND I FINALLY GOT MARRIED! click her for pictures!"
But the wedding photos you would see would not be of Nicole Richie decked out in some gorg Vera Wang gown, but of a pair of gorillas dressed in wedding garb. Joel, of course, was only joking -- and calling out Star magazine on their recent story that Harlow's parents were planning a $2 million wedding. Here's the rest of the entry:
"HAHA. JUST KIDDING.
So i feel really stupid even posting this, but i've been getting calls and texts from my family all week asking me why they weren't invited to my wedding. I guess the only answer i could give them was that i didnt know we were having one. So i just found out that star magazine wrote some story about a 2 MILLION dollar wedding we are supposed to be having, and thats where it came from. Sooooo if you were pissed at me for not inviting you or even telling you, dont blame me, theres nothing to worry about. Its just star magazine. How long do you think it will be before they write we called it off, or we broke up? i give them a week or two...... "
Thanks for clearing all that up Joel -- I was just about to scratch you and Nic off my holiday card list.


Sorry, kids. For those of you who were hoping to hear that Britney Spears and Kevin Federline, who were both in Las Vegas for the weekend, rekindled their romance and headed to the Elvis chapel to get re-hitched, I'm sorry to disappoint.
The exes were both in Sin City, but their paths never crossed. Kev was on hand to pick up his big Father of the Year award from club Prive Las Vegas, while Brit spent the weekend dining with her dad and Palms Casino owner George Maloof. Brit turned in early, while Kev partied into the wee hours before heading back to Los Angeles to spend Father' Day with his boys. Britney was scheduled to hang in Vegas for the remainder of the weekend.
I know it sounds crazy, but I kind of want them to get back together. I think Britney really loves him and sometimes two wrongs do make a right. Just ask Pam and Tommy...
Kid Rock partied a little too hard and forgot to drink his Gatorade.
According to reports, Kid was rushed to the hospital Friday, right before he was scheduled to take the stage at a music festival in England. Organizers of the Download Festival said the rocker had been hospitalized in Nottingham, after suffering from stomach cramps and dehydration.
Word is that Kid had been out late the night before, partying at Central London's Whisky Mist nightclub. My guess is he threw too one too many back.
I'm actually happy we're on the subject of Kid Rock -- not that I want him to be sick -- but I've meaning to bring his new song "All Summer Long" to your attention. It's my absolute favorite new tune, and I have declared it "The Song of Summer". It's not like Kid's usual yelling rock -- it's much more classic rock-sounding, with a country twist, and it samples "Sweet Home Alabama". If you haven't heard yet, download it -- and when you're belting it out in the next couple of months, with your car windows rolled down, know that I'm somewhere doing the same thing. Enjoy.
Who's the luckiest man in the world? R. Kelly.
The singer was found not guilty on all counts at his child pornography trial Friday. He was looking at 4 to 15 years in prison if convicted -- and got nothing. The jurors, who have been deliberating since yesterday, after a month-long trial, apparently believed that it wasn't R. Kelly in the 27-minute video of taped sex acts with an underage girl -- and that it was quite the fake.
The prosecution's main witness, Lisa Van Allen, claimed to have had three-way sex with the singer and the alleged victim, who was Kelly's 13-year-old goddaughter — ewww --- when the sex tape was made in 1998. Though neither Kelly nor his goddaughter took the stand, both denied they appeared in the video.
So, R. Kelly is free to roam the streets again. Lock up your wives, sisters, and especially your daughters.
Very sad news on this Friday afternoon.
Meet The Press host, and Washington bureau chief of NBC, Tim Russert, has died of a coronary embolism at age 58, Tom Brokaw announced during an NBC news bulletin today.
"It is my sad duty to report this afternoon that my friend and colleague Tim Russert ... collapsed and died while at work in the NBC news bureau in Washington, D.C.," the anchorman announced. "This news division will not be the same without his strong, clear voice."
Tim has been a fixture on Meet the Press since 1991. In 2005, the husband and father won an Emmy for covering the funeral of President Ronald Reagan.
Our thoughts are with his family.
Reese Witherspoon is free to tie the knot with Jake Gyllenhaal anytime she wants.
The actress' divorce from ex, Ryan Phillippe, is a done deal. According to court documents dated June 12, it seems Reese and Ryan have worked out all the details on their finances and their kids' custody.
"[The court finds] the parties have settled all their remaining issues in these proceedings," the papers said.
The couple, who split after being married for seven years, were seeking a shared custody arrangement over children Ava, 8, and Deacon, 4.
So, do you think Jakey G. is ready to replace the ring on Reese's finger?
Johniston was out out in full, public force last night. Attending a party honoring charitable pal Jeffrey Sachs, Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer doubled with Courteney Cox and David Arquette at L.A. steakhouse STK.
I now declare them the new Awesome Foursome.
A spy told UsMagazine.com that J&J "had their arms around each other. She was rubbing his back and whispering into his ear. They were touching each other non-stop all night."
No word on how touchy-feel David and Court were -- even though they were the ones celebrating their nine-year wedding anniversary. Do you think Courteney went home and asked David, "How come you never rub me like that anymore?"
There really is nothing like new love....
Amidst rumors that Audrina Patridge has been persona non grada at the main house of The Hills girls Lauren Conrad and Lo Bosworth, the trio stepped in time for a clubbin' night out. The girls, who are rumored to be at each other's throat, seemed just peachy on their way into Hollywood hot spot Crown Bar.
Is the fighting all for the cameras -- or is it the niceness that's put on? You decide.
Newly-single George Clooney went for a spin out on Lake Como yesterday. Accompanied by a guy pal of his, the "faccia bello" seemed happy to be taking in the sights around his Italian villa.
If George is desperately seeking a first mate, I'm pretty sure I could scrounge up enough cash for a plane ticket on over there. Just putting it out into the universe....
Pete Wentz sent the blogs into a fury yesterday, when he spoke about new wife Ashlee Simpson's pregnancy on a Phoenix radio show. While talking about preparing for the parenthood, Pete said that he and Ash "have been keeping a journal for them."
Yup -- them. As in "more than one."
So everyone went nuts, thinking that yet another celebrity was going to be doubling their pleasure. But, back, back, back it up (as my 2-year old son says) -- the dad-to-be quickly cleared up his word jumble.
"That was waaaaay wrong," Pete told PerezHilton.com exclusively. "I meant to say 'the baby' and said 'them' 'cause it was 7 a.m. Not in a BS way: I can tell you we are absolutely not having twins. I totally misspoke 'cause we dunno if it's a boy or girl. I try to speak vaguely, and I totally blew it on this one."
Though Pete and Ash are the king and queen of deception lately, I happen to believe to him. You?
You can't say these kids aren't giving it the old college try.
Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson seem to be back together again. Rolling Stone caught up with the Motley Crue drummer (who, I have to say, is kinda hot to me, in a dirty-hot sort of way), who was reportedly psyched to tell the reporters that he, his ex and their kids are all shacked up together.
“Pamela and the kids have moved in with me,” Tom said, at a rehearsal for the band's CrueFest tour. “It’s awesome, man. It’s definitely working. You can tell on the kids’ faces — they’re happy when we’re together.”
And though we've all been down this road a dozen times before, with these two crazy kids, Tommy's not giving up just yet. “We’ve only given it a try 800 times — 801, here we go.”
Awww, in a demented way I really feel that these two are meant to be. All is right with the world for this one moment.


It's the war of the words between Celebrity Rehab's Dr. Drew Pinksy and everyone's favorite Scientologist, Tom Cruise. You see, Dr. Drew told Playboy that Tom's interest in the somewhat questionable faith is "a function of a very deep emptiness and suggests serious neglect in childhood – maybe some abuse but mostly neglect."
Well, Tom freaked out and his lawyer, Bert Fields, contacted the New York Post's Page Six, shooting back, that the doc is an "unqualified television performer who is obviously just looking for notoriety [and] is so grotesquely unprofessional as to pretend to diagnose Tom and others without ever meeting them.
"He seems to be spewing the absurdity that all Scientologists are mentally ill," the attorney added. "The last time we heard garbage like this was from [Nazi propagandist] Joseph Goebbels."
Since getting slammed by Tom's peeps, Dr. Drew's rep released a statement to UsMagazine.com saying that Drew "meant no harm" and "apologizes if his comments were hurtful." He went on to say, "Although Mr. Field’s intent is clearly to slander and discredit Dr. Drew, under no circumstances is Dr. Drew making a blanket diagnosis about Scientology nor Mr. Cruise whom he does not know. Dr. Drew was simply using Mr. Cruise as an example of someone who is recognizable to help the public understand. Again, Dr. Drew meant him no harm."
Who's side are you on? I'm thinking Dr. Drew was out of line. Guess you won't be seeing Tom on Dr. Drew's couch anytime soon -- even though he really loves the couches.
Lindsay Lohan has been back in the recording studio and I've just been blessed with a sneak peek of her brand new single, "Bossy." The tune was co-written by Ne-Yo and produced by Stargate, who previously collaborated on really good songs like Beyonce's "Irreplaceable" and "Unfaithful" by Rhianna.
Take a listen and tell me what you think.
So far today we've learned that Katherine Heigl won't be winning an Emmy this year -- but could Britney Spears?
According to OK! magazine, Brit Brit has been included on the official ballot for possible nominees for an Emmy Award. Her two-episode stint on How I Met Your Mother got good reviews -- and helped boost the ratings for what I consider an extremely underrated show -- but was her portrayal of crazy Abby that good?
The list, as it stands now, reportedly has 40 other actresses' names on it and has to go through a round of voting before the nominees are set. But wouldn't that be a kick in the head?

"So many people say, 'I am so done.' That hasn't come out of my mouth, and it hasn't come out of Seal's mouth either. I feel like we still have one coming."
--- Supermodel -- and super bounce-back body -- Heidi Klum, to Redbook, on the possibility of having yet another child (they have 3) with hubby Seal.
You know I love lists -- and the annual Forbes Power List, which ranks celebs based on their fame and money, is one of my faves. Not surprisingly, one of my many inspirations, Oprah Winfrey, came in at the top spot this year.
Here's who else rounded out the top ten:
1. Oprah Winfrey, $275 million
2. Tiger Woods, $115 million
3. Angelina Jolie, $14 million
4. Beyoncé Knowles, $80 million
5. David Beckham, $50 million
6. Johnny Depp, $72 million
7. Jay-Z, $82 million
8. The Police, $115 million
9. J.K. Rowling, $300 million
10. Brad Pitt, $20 million
I can handle this -- what I can't is The Hills' Lauren Conrad coming in at #97 on the list. The mag did name 2008 "The year of the Tween" with The Jonas Brothers, Miley Cyrus, Daniel Radcliffe, Zac Efron and Ashley Tisdale all making the list, but L.C.? She doesn't have a talent! I suppose I should just be happy that Heidi and Spencer didn't place.
Chances are you won't be seeing Katherine Heigl cursing on the Emmy broadcast this year (do you remember last year? When she won she said "sh*t!" and you could totally read her lips). The Grey's Anatomy beauty, who took home the statue for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama, says she's not even putting herself in the race this year.
"I did not feel that I was given the material this season to warrant an Emmy nomination and in an effort to maintain the integrity of the academy organization, I withdrew my name from contention," Kat told Gold Derby. "In addition, I did not want to potentially take away an opportunity from an actress who was given such materials."
Hmmm. I'm not sure what to think about this development. On one hand I feel like it's a bit pompous -- it's not she's like Oprah, who won the Daytime Emmy for Best Talk Show Host like a million times before bowing out. On the other hand, I feel like it's kind of nice. Katherine got to bask in the glow of being a winner, and now she wants to give someone else the chance.
What do you guys think?
Lynne Spears' memoirs are coming to a bookstore near you -- but rest easy -- it's not, I repeat, not a parenting book.
Whew!
Through the Storm: A Real Story of Fame and Family in a Tabloid World is set to be released in the fall, though it was touch-and-go there for a while, when Lynne's second daughter seemed to take a turn down Teen Mom Blvd.
"When Jamie Lynn got pregnant, it was put on hold," says a spokesman for Thomas Nelson, which publishes inspirational books and Bibles. "Lynne never stopped working on it because she wants to express her love for her children and tell their stories through a mother's eyes."
Britney's mom's page-turner promises to be "her story of what it was like being a mom and raising two very famous people. It's a memoir."
Will you read it? I know who will -- my friend D -- who is like this crazy-obsessed Britney lover. So much so, that she's currently trying to convince me to go the California with her and stake out gas station bathrooms, in hopes to catch a glimpse of Brit. I'm thinking about it...
Maybe Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are fazed by somethings. I just assumed these two had the power to plan on getting pregnant with twins and -- voila! -- that's what happened. But Angie's telling a different story about her pregnancy -- it seems the genetically-blessed couple weren't exactly ready to hear they were getting two babies this time out.
"We weren't expecting twins," Angie told Entertainment Weekly in a new interview. "So it did shock us, and we jumped to six [children] quickly. But we like a challenge."
Brad's lady says the most important thing for her family is that none of the other members of the Brangie Bunch feel left out by the new babies."They're old enough to feel included to change diapers themselves, to feed bottles themselves, like if I pump into a bottle," she says of Maddox, Zahara, Pax, and Shiloh. "We're trying to find ways where it can be a fun group thing ... Everybody gets special time so we can make sure we know where they're at."
Oh yeah, and how's her sex life with her hot man even though she's got quite the belly? Fab, of course. "It's great for the sex life," she says of the pregnancy. "It just makes you a lot more creative. So you have fun, and as a woman you're just so round and full."
Read the full article and get a closer look at Angie. She even talks about people loving and/or hating her --- ring a bell with any of you?
Attention Upper East Side-ers, there's a Gossip Girl spin-off in the works!
Looks like Little Jenny Humphrey may be getting her own show. According to Hollywood Reporter, Taylor Momsen is slated take her GG character off to boarding school, in a whole new gossip-licious drama. Sources say, if it's not Little J, a new character will be introduced on The CW hit this fall, and said newbie will be the star of the new establishment.
Though some are doubtful that the network would pick another teen drama, already having Gossip, the new 90210 spin-off (woo-hoo!) and One Tree Hill (fab, as well), and are speculating that a competing network may get the chance to steal.
It doesn't matter to me who's showing it -- if it's on, I'm watching. You?
UPDATE: GG creator, Josh Scwartz, says these rumors of a spin-off are not accurate. "Not sure how this got out there, but no plans for spinoff at this moment," he said. "The books do have a spinoff, but we have nothing in the works right now other than making sure season two gets off to a great start."
David Cook slam-dunked it! The American Idol winner was on hand to sing the national anthem before game three of the Celtics-Lakers NBA championship series last night -- and he was shaking in his sneakers!
"The nerves are way worse [than on Idol]," DC told reporters of performing the Star Spangled Banner. "It's the one song you don't want to mess up. I'm going to try not to notice Jack Nicholson sitting in the front row and think about the lyrics."
But, man, did he nail it! I got those good goosebumps up and down my arms when he hit the high notes.
After his performance, David admitted to People.com, "That was the scariest thing I have ever done."
The downside to this story is that his new chick, Kimberly Caldwell, was on hand to cheer him on and show her support. I'm totally hating on her in a very jealous way.
Lindsay Lohan wants us to see that she has a heart of gold. Literally. Can you see it?
This is actually an ad for a charitable cause, if you can believe it. Lindsay is the new face (and boobs) of The Visa Swap UK 2008 Campaign, that asks British consumers to swap their unwanted clothes for charity at specific locations all over England.
"The concept of swapping clothes, getting something for nothing and refreshing your wardrobe appeals to everyone," Lindsay said.
Interesting....
Wasn't Lindsay just accused of stealing some girl's fur coat in a club?
American Idol alum Nikki McKibbin is headed back for some more reality television experience. Except, this time, instead of competing for a career in music, the season 1 contestant is just trying to get sober.
VH1 announced yesterday that Nikki will be joining an interesting group of names on the new season of Celebrity Rehab. On the roster this time around is Rod Stewart's son Sean Stewart, model Amber Smith, Rodney King, Guns N Roses rocker Steven Adler, actress Tawny Kitaen and Gary Busey -- and yes, everyone's favorite belligerent addict and CR veteran, Jeff Conway.
Nikki will be the second Idol to face her demons on TV (and no, I'm not referring to Simon) as she follows in the footsteps of messed-up pal Jessica Sierra.
All I can remember about Nikki, from the Kelly Clarkson-winning year, was that she had weird hair and a young son. Hopefully she gets the help she needs for his sake.
Brooke Hogan is not happy with her mom's new boyfriend.
Why, you ask? Is Brooke just bitter about her parents' split? Is she just being a baby? Um, no. Her mom is dating the baby. Linda Bollea, 48, has taken up with 19-year-old Charlie Hill, a former classmate of her daughter's.
"I went to school with him," Brooke told Yo! on E! on Tuesday. "He was a grade under me."
What? Eww.
"I'm totally freaked out," Hulk's daughter said. "This is really weird… I personally don't like it at all, or condone."
But no matter what, Brooke said, "She's my mom so I have to show her support."
Now, I know a lot of you support the whole older-woman-younger-man thing, and we always have the "why is it ok for a man and not a woman?" fight -- but am I off base to say that this a tad creepy no matter who you are? There is 29 year age difference -- and the kid played dodge ball in the schoolyard with her daughter!
I'm with Brooke on this one. Freaked out -- and nauseated.
Jessica Alba's family thinks her brand new daughter is a looker.
"She is gorgeous. She looks just like my sister," Jess' brother, Josh Alba, told E! News of Honor Marie Warren, born on Monday. "Jessica did everything natural ... It went really well."
First off, I would like to know Josh's definition of "natural" -- did Jessica not have an epidural (like a crazy person) or did she eat some granola right before giving birth? And are the Albas the type of people who think all babies are beautiful? Don't get me wrong, I do think all babies are a blessing, but beautiful? Not so much.
Are you an "every baby is stunning" sort of person? 'Cause I could show you some evidence that would lean you my way.
"I don't consider myself sexy ... I'm kind of a nervous person in general. I'm socially awkward. I'm not tall and sensuous. I usually wear sweats everywhere I go. Oh, and I burp a lot."
--- Carrie Underwood, in the July Cosmopolitan, on her womanly ways
Just thought I should let you know that the rumor mill is in high gear and people are swearing that Eva Longoria Parker is pregnant -- again.
This is a shot of Eva out and about in NYC yesterday with hubby Tony Parker. Yes, Eva dud trade a skin-tight dress for a loose-fitting frock, but keep in mind that it was 100 degrees on the sweltering streets of The Big Apple. On the other hand, if I had Eva's bod, and it was that hot, I'd walk around with only shoes and a bag. So maybe she is covering something up with that giant purse...
I kind of can't believe Brody Jenner isn't embarrassed by this.
The reality TV pro (oxymoron?) is getting yet another show in which he gets to play himself, as MTV has announced their new show, Bromance, in which average guys compete to be Brody's BFF. Testing their trust, reliability and compatibility, the guys will participate in individual and group tasks to see who comes out on top.
And because ever show needs a suspenseful elimination ceremony, Brody's will take place in a hot tub, as the ousted contestant must leave, soaking wet, in their swimsuits.
You just can't make this stuff up, I tell you.
"I thought [the idea] was funny, and we recently lost a member of the entourage, so I thought we'd have fun with it," Brody told Variety.
Oooh, was that a dig at Spencer? I thought they were back. Guess not.
Check out New Kids On the Block's brand new video for their first single "Summertime" off their new album. The guys are looking good and the video is alright. Do I think it will be winning any awards? Probably not, but the song takes me back to some pretty good summers from my own past. So, for any of you who have had a memorable summer fling or two -- you might want to put this baby on your iPod and daydream a little. Enjoy!
Joe Simpson is working overtime these days to counter all the bad press that paints him out to be this super-controlling, money-hungry, sell-his-daughters'-souls-to-the-tabs dad/manger.
"The media says that I try to plan everything - If I had half of the power they give me," Joe told Extra. "They [Ashlee and Jessica] don’t call me and ask me. They call me and tell me. For all those people thinking I’m sipping Piña Coladas on the beach and enjoying millions of dollars and having this great life – Bull..I work seven days a week, 24/7."
As for his daughters' current relationships, Papa Joe says his girls are just peachy. Jessica is "as happy as I’ve seen her in years,” he said of her tumultuous pairing with Dallas Cowboys quarterback, Tony Romo. “He’s a great guy. I love Tony to death….He’s just a good kid..."
And what about pregnant newlywed daughter Ashlee's taste in men? "I love Pete to death…He has a patient spirit and a kind heart…I’m honored to have Pete as my son-in-law.”
Notice how he keeps saying "love them to death"?
Do you guys think Joe gets a bad rap?
I was just thinking yesterday that it feels like Tori Spelling has been pregnant forever!
Well, no more, as the 90210-er (past and future!) finally met her baby girl on Monday. Tori and hubby, Dean McDermott, welcomed Stella Doreen McDermott at 3:13 p.m. in a Los Angeles hospital via C-section. She weighed 6 lbs., 8 oz. and was 19 3/4 inches long, a rep for the actress told People.com.
Stella will join big brother Liam, 1, and Dean's son from his previous marriage, Jack, 9.
Congrats to the fam!
Since I'm already melting from the heat here in NYC (it's, like, 100 degrees, with a heat index of 190), I figured why not throw another log on the fire?
Here's an awesome shot of my love, Jon Bon Jovi, performing in Ireland on Saturday. JBJ is still smokin' after all these years, but the thought of wearing that leather jacket right now (even it was covered in Jon's sweat) has me wanting to stick my head in the freezer.
Enjoy!
So you're not into playing with her fake hair or wearing her brand of shoes, swimsuits or sunglasses, but would you try to show off your sexy bod in some Jessica Simpson lingerie?
That's what she's hoping for. Jessica Simpson’s Intimates will be hitting major department store shelves in spring '09 and will consist of a collection of bras, underwear, sleepwear and daywear.
“I like different lingerie for different occasions," Jess told Women’s Wear Daily. "I think that’s the best thing about it. You can feel sexy or girly depending on your mood.”
Would Jessica's name on a nightie make you want to buy it? I'm not so sure I would looking to her for the best tactic to romance my man -- she doesn't have the best record in the relationship department -- but her taste in clothes has always been cute. I'll give it shot. You?
Now I'm just annoyed.
Sean Combs is telling the world that he wants to go back to his roots and, once again, be called "Puff Daddy."
You know what? No. I no longer care what he wants to be called. Whether it be Diddy, or P. Diddy, or Diddy Diddy Dum -- I'm going to call him whatever I want. I think we've all been very patient with this whole name-changing nonsense. You want to go and change your name once? I'm okay with that. I wouldn't even mind if you decided, after living with the new name for a bit, that you wanted to go back to the old one. But "Puffy" is just out of control and, if someone doesn't take a stand, he'll have fourteen more names before his career is over.
I object, I refuse, and I'm calling my Congressman.

"It's great to be single. It's great to have boyfriends. Or girlfriends. There are occasions when you kiss your best friend growing up, having fun and goofing about. Like perfecting your technique!"
-- Heroes star Hayden Panettiere, to the UK's Glamour, on just how she got so good at making out with non-confirmed boyfriend, Milo Ventimiglia
Would you expect anything less than greatness for Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's impeding additions to the family?
According to Rush & Malloy, Brangelina has called upon fancy-shmancy kiddie boutique Petit Tresor to supply all the comforts that the yet-to-be-born twin girls are in need of. So what's going in to the $140,000 nursery, that took three people to assemble in the couple's LA home?
"Two organza bassinets ($800), Versailles-style cribs ($3,200) with matching changing tables ($2,800), armoires ($4,500) and silk glider," says the paper. Also, two pink crystal chandeliers at a cost of $899 each. And don't forget the toys -- Brad and Angie also bought the kids some -- made out of cashmere!
You would think, with so many other kids, these two would make smarter decisions. I'm pretty sure spit-up stains cashmere just as much as it does cotton. And it probably doesn't smell any better either....
Hey, here's some good news.
Everyone's favorite dancer, Patrick Swayze, who has been battling pancreatic cancer, is going back to work! According to the Hollywood Reporter, A&E has just ordered 13 episodes of Pat's new series, The Beast. The actor has been cleared by his doctors to play the role of an unorthodox FBI veteran who trains a new partner while being pursued by a secret Internal Affairs team.
The show will film in Chicago this summer and is set to premiere in 2009.
"I have searched for quite a long time to find a character that is this multi-layered, unpredictable and downright entertaining, as well as a project this current and cutting-edge," Patrick said in a statement.
See, nobody puts Johnny Castle in a corner -- not even cancer.
It's baby time for Jessica Alba!
The actress and her new hubby, Cash Warren, welcomed a baby girl into world on Saturday. Honor Marie Warren was born June 7 in Los Angeles, Jess' rep Brad Cafarelli, told People.com.
Congrats to the new parents!
What do you guys think of the name?
Last month Anne Heche was complaining that she was broke. The Men In Trees actress filed court documents whining that she couldn't afford to keep up with the spousal and child support she was ordered to pay ex-husband Coley Laffoon, since her television show was canceled.
Well, the divorce settlement is in, and Anne still has to shell out a bit of cash. But, Instead of the $15,000-a-month she was originally paying her ex, she has agreed to pay the cameraman a lump sum of $275,000, plus $3,700 per month in child support for their 6-year-old son, Homer.
According to the court papers, Anne will also be responsible for 75 percent of Homer's private school tuition and half of the kid's "agreed-upon extracurricular activities."
Sounds like a lot of dough for someone who is broke. I can definitely get on board with being that kind of poor.
You know I love good gossip -- I even love a good maybe-it's-true-maybe-it's-not-story -- but some things are just unnecessary.
A rumor hit the the web this weekend, saying that High School Musical star Ashley Tisdale had been diagnosed with HIV, after having contracted the disease as a result of her nose job earlier this year. Fortunately, Ashley's rep says that the terrible talk is "completely untrue," but it didn't stop one site from actually posting, what they claimed to be, a statement from Cedars-Sinai Hospital.
A rep for the medical center told People.com, "We absolutely did not issue a release."
Why would anyone do this? It's not fun or funny -- and it gives those of us who like the fluffiness of celeb gossip a bad rap. There is a point when you've gone too far -- and this is definitely it.

"It's like marrying three different people a week, because you never know who's going to come out of the bathroom."
-- Gavin Rossdale, on wife Gwen Stefani's ever-changing looks
How freakin' pissed is Heidi going to be?
Insiders at MTV are saying that Whitney Port is going to have her own show on the network, in which Lauren Conrad's co-worker flies between New York and California, working for fashion PR firm People’s Revolution. And, Whit's going to get a whole new group of prissy socialite friends!
But, Whitney doesn't want to jinx anything yet. "As far as I know, I've just been filming for a fourth season of The Hills," she told Us. "Everything is just kind of hearsay at this point.
I'm excited at the thought -- I always want to do know what Whitney does in her spare time -- I happen to think she's the most likable person on that show.
"The thought of it sounds a little scary because I've always tried to keep things a little bit private," she admitted. "I just have to take everything day by day."
How does Lauren feel about her pal getting a competing show?
"She's always made it very clear on The Hills that she doesn't want her personal life involved on the show," Lauren said of Whit, "So it would definitely mean that she would have to come out of her comfort zone. I hope they do the show."
Heidi and Spencer were too far up a paparazzi photographer's butt to comment on the story.
Heath Ledger continues to be honored and remembered by colleagues, loved ones and friends.
The actor, who died in January after an accidental overdose, is getting a college find named after him. It was announced last night at Australians in Film 2008 Breakthrough Awards in Beverly Hills that a Heath Ledger scholarship fund is being formated to help struggling Australian actors break in to the business.
Heath's good friend, Gregor Jordan, who directed him in 1999's Two Hands, told stories of his dearly-departed pal, illustrating how generous Heath was even when he had very little to give. Then, Gregor told the crowd that a very special person wanted to be an integral part of the scholarship.
"It's going to involve a number of benefactors and there's been a lot of interest already," the director explained, getting choked up. I was talking to Michelle Williams, his partner and the mother of his child, today and Michelle has said she would be very proud and happy to be the first benefactor."
Though Heath's family couldn't be at the ceremony, his dad sent a letter to be read.
"We know that Heath would be proud of his attachment to this scholarship," Kim Ledger wrote. "[It] does what Heath has done personally during the last 10 years ..., [supporting] Australian actors, singers, directors or writers who seek to supply their talents to the U.S.A."
So wonderful -- the whole thing makes me just want to cry all over again, though.
Here's the picture that launched a thousand gasps.
Paris Hilton went out to dinner with a contestant from her new reality show Wednesday night, and she seemed to be carrying a little somethin' somethin' in the belly area. Her little green silky/satin nightie-dress-thingy looked like it was revealing, deep breath, a baby bump!
But, have no fear, though Paris and boyfriend Benji Madden constantly scream from the rooftops that they are in love and want to get married and have babies, the heir-head's rep says that our beloved P-Hilton is not with child. Her manager concurred, telling E! News the reports are "false."
Whew! Dodged that bullet for now, but I know it's just a matter of time.




What to do, Marie Claire readers?
The Sex and the City girls all have their own individual cover for the July issue of the mag! Can you choose one lady over the other? I have a feeling that you can -- everyone has a favorite, don't they?
Unfortunately for Cynthia Nixon, I think there might be a lot of extra issues for her to give to her family (though she does look fab!). But, maybe I'm wrong. Do you love Miranda? She's a bit too cynical for me -- I'm much more of a big love dreamer like Charlotte or Carrie.
Take our Which Sex and the City Lady Are You? quiz, and find out which cover you should spend your cash on.
Nick Hogan, who has been serving an 8-month sentence for a DUI-crash, that landed his good pal in a coma, has been moved out of solitary confinement.
Two days ago a judge denied his request for company, but the Pinellas County Sheriff's office said Hulk Hogan's son was transferred due to the "result of routine and ongoing assessments of inmate population and classification."
Instead of spending every minute alone, Nick now gets to hang in jail with three other juvenile offenders.
How many times a day do you think those other boys ask Nick to teach them his dad's big leg drop?
We didn't even know he was having a baby!
Reps for actor Vin Diesel announced yesterday that The Fast & The Furious star welcomed a brand new addition to his family, as his girlfriend, Paloma Jimenez, gave birth to their first child on April 2. Vin and Paloma, who is a model, now have a bouncing baby girl.
The actor will lay off pacifier duty (get it? He starred in The Pacifier) for a while this summer, as he films the third installment of his car racing flicks, Fast and Furious, which is due in theaters Summer 2009.
Congrats!
The music has stopped playing for Mario Lopez and Karina Smirnoff who started dating in 2006, when they were coupled up on Dancing With the Stars.
“Karina has parted ways with her two year relationship with Mario Lopez,” says the dancer's spokesperson. “The relationship wasn’t heading in the right direction.”
What does that mean? There must be some juicy juice needing to be squeezed out there.
Mario said this: “Karina and I have the utmost respect for each other. She is a phenomenal and talented woman. I support her always and feel blessed to have her in my life.”
She totally hates him -- she sounds a lot more bitter than he does.
Not that any of you should be surprised that record producers were chomping at the bit to score American Idol's teen dream, David Archuleta...
Yes, little D has just signed on with the same label as this year's AI winner, David Cook (aka Big D), 19 Recordings/Jive Records.
“Signing a record contract with 19 Recordings/Jive Records is truly a dream come true,” Little D said in a statement. “I’m really excited to start working on everything.”
Not coincidentally, the lucky record label's chief executive, Simon Fuller, is also the man behind the sensation that is Idol. The other Simon has called young David a "genuine pop star” and said he “has a great future ahead of him.”
See how they did that?
"I'm excited to be a dad. I'm a genuinely nervous person. The first time I ever went to the doctor's office and heard the heartbeat, I felt totally content and at peace with everything. It feels good."
-- Pete Wentz, to E! News, about having a baby with new wife, Ashlee Simpson
I know, I know -- put the sucker stamp right across my forehead.
Here's the difference between living in Hollywood and, well, not. An overly-aggressive photographer was arrested in Mississippi yesterday, after being accused of stalking Jamie Lynn Spears.
Police in the small town of Liberty say that Edwin W. Merino wouldn't leave the pregnant star and her fiancé, Casey Aldridge, alone -- a claim which he denied in an interview with the AP. The pap said he said that he was about 200 feet away from the couple, using a long lens, when he was arrested at a gas station. Poor guy says he didn't even get anything really good.
"The one picture I got was kind of by luck," he said. "I got lucky when I saw them at Wal-Mart when I was buying deodorant."
Merino posted bail for himself and was heading back to California, where he would be free to chase stars' cars, camp out on their front lawns, and snap shots of them sunbathing topless.
Ah, the new Us Weekly. I'm not going to lie -- I wait with bated breath for my postman to deliver the glossy goodness every week -- but I'm a little over the whole "Joe Simpson is a money hungry scammer" angle.
We know all of this already. He's always been super-creepy and way too involved in his daughters' (who are grown women) lives, but now the mag says that not only did Joe say he could sell the story of Jessica Simpson's and Tony Romo's engagement (that hasn't happened yet) for big bucks, but that wants to manage Tony's football career! A source said that Jessica's dad asked her boyfriend to "drop his agent so he could take over his NFL career and $67.5 million contract."
Talk about having a set!
When asked about his superclose involvement with Jess, Ashlee and their men, Joe defended himself.
"It’s unfair to criticize me for what every manager does for his or her clients," he responded. "And in this business, where people can quickly turn on you, who better than a parent to be working for his children?"
So, tell me. Does Joe get a bad rap? Is he really just looking out for the girls' best interest? Or is he a total sleaze, like I think he is?
Friends of "good friends" Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson are chiming in on what makes the girls such a good fit.
"Lindsay just feels safe with her," Cory Kennedy, a pal of LiLo's, told People.com. "I just feel like they have a very loyal and trustworthy relationship, which is really hard to come across in the world that Lindsay's in. It's a trust thing. I think the most important thing in a relationship is, really, trust. I feel like that's what their relationship thrives on. I love the fact that they're both really happy."
Others close to Lindsay and Sam, who reportedly are living together in L.A., say that this relationship has brought nothing but good to Lindsay's life.
"[Samantha] truly is a friend to her," DJ Steve Aoki, a close friend of both women, said. "She's a very positive influence .... [Lindsay] sees that and sees a genuine, good friendship."
Lindsay hasn't been getting into too much trouble lately -- do you agree that her bond with Sam is the reason?
Bridget Moynahan sounds like she's still got some issues to work out about splitting with New England Patriot's quarterback Tom Brady, who immediately began dating supermodel Gisele Bundchen, only to find out Bridge was pregnant with his child.
"I'm not sure anyone – and I could be wrong in this – grows up thinking, I want to be a single mom," the actress tells Harper's Bazaar.
But, just a few months after the end of he 3-year relationship with Tom, that's where she found herself.
"When you're suddenly pregnant and no one is standing by your side, even if you're in your 30s, it's a hard conversation. I'm a traditional girl, and I believe in marriage, and I just always thought that's the way I'd be doing this," she said. "For a moment, it was hard for me to accept that this was the way I was going to have a family."
Then her son, John, was born last August -- who she gave her last name (burn) -- and realized that her baby was really the light at the end of the tunnel.
"I got so much out of that," she says of that "traumatic time of being heartbroken" and pregnant. "It's golden and it's tough and it was f---ed up. But now I have a child, and it's the best thing in the world."
You know, on one hand, I think it's great that Bridget isn't sugar-coating her experience and smiling for the cameras, telling everyone "I'm fine, I'm fine." On the other hand, it's pretty obvious she would benefit from a good therapist to help her out with her anger issues.
After suffering a mild heart attack, Kelsey Grammer has been given the ok by doctors to return home.
The Frasier star's rep says that the actor is "resting comfortably at his Hawaiian residence," and "wishes to thank those who phoned, emailed, or wrote expressions of concern to him."
Kelsey was paddle boarding with his wife Camille earlier in the week, when he began to experience concerning symptoms. He was taken to a local hospital where they discovered he had, indeed, suffered a heart attack.
We hope he's feeling better.
That big pink mess right there is singer Lily Allen, after last night's Glamour Women of the Year Awards in London.
Lily had a tad too much to drink and needed to be carried out to her car after the event, but woke up this morning and apologized for her spectacle, on her MySpace page.
"Last time I wrote here, I was defending my honor and dignity explaining my innocence and also outrage at the press for insinuating my behavior was embarrassing," she wrote, referring to getting a hard time for topless photos taken on her by paparazzi. "This time I'm putting my hands up, I got very drunk last night, too drunk. It's not cool getting that drunk."
The "Smile" singer was being honored for her a career, with a special award from the magazine's editor, but Lily looked a tad less than honorable when she had to be escorted home by her brother, who she thanked for taking care of her.
Nobody ever said she was ungrateful. But, she's not exactly the best role model for your children.
"Kids, drink responsibly or you'll end up looking like this, not pretty!," Lily wrote. "Was quite fun though, from what I can remember."
Nothing about that photo looks fun. I can almost see the sky spinning through her bloodshot, out of focus eyes.
"They look so happy."
"She's the one."
"Oh, he'll marry this one."
Why did George Clooney and Sarah Larson's relationship go from all of those things above to Sudden Splitsville?
Well, E! News heard from a reliable source that George was tired of Sarah talking to the media about their relationship. He also felt that Sarah was using him as a stepping stone for her own career -- which didn't sit well with the actor.
"George is very protective of his private life," says the source. "He started feeling like she had spoken too much about the relationship. She wanted the fame. If he wanted to date an actress, he would. But he doesn't."
Sarah, who did interviews with People and Harper's Bazaar, was just your average Las Vegas cocktail waitress before George scooped her up and thwarted her into the limelight.
"It was never very serious,” the source adds. “He would fly her into town, but she always was living in Vegas."
The insider says that George is now at his home in Italy, getting back to used to being a bachelor once again.
"He didn't dump her to be with someone else. He's just chillin' with his boys."
I swear, if George Clooney would date me, I would take a vow to never speak again. Come to think of it, that might make a lot of people happy...
Attention all Scully Fans: Your woman is about to start expanding in the belly region.
Is it an alien in Gillian Anderson's womb? Nope, just a baby. The actress is pregnant with her third child (her second with boyfriend Mark Griffiths), says People.com. The couple already have a son, Oscar, who's 1, and Gillian has a thirteen-year-old daughter, Piper, from a previous marriage.
You X Files crazies will be able to catch Scully and Mulder in the new movie The X-Files: I Want to Believe, out on July 25.
That's Pete Wentz showing up, with guitar in hand, at John Mayer's front gate in Los Angeles yesterday.
The pals, who recently declared their mutual admiration for each other on their blogs, must be making sweet music together.
“I really enjoy having sex, and that’s offensive to some people. Women are the quickest to call other women sluts, which I think is sad.I haven’t met a lot of men who have said, ‘You like having sex? What a dirty whore you are.’ I’m young and have a lot of hormones—I’m always in the mood! But I like sex with one person when I’m in a relationship. Sex with random people who I’ve met at clubs is not really my thing. I have the libido of a 15-year-old boy. My sex drive is so high. I’d rather have sex with Brian all the time than leave the house. He doesn’t mind.”
--- Transformers star Megan Fox, who is currently engaged to 90210's Brian Austin Green, to FHM
So, that pretty much sums up why Brian isn't looking for a role on the new 90210 spinoff. He'd have to leave the house.
Nope, not the latest attraction at Disney World.
Actually, it was a scary mishap on the set of Miley Cyrus' new flick, Hannah Montana: The Movie, that may have your kids not wanting to hit the state fair any time soon. You see, a very strong wind blew a projection screen out of control and into a Ferris wheel full of people.
"When the wind caught it, all the cables were loose. It started [flying]," extra Brenda Blackford told Nashville station WKRN-TV. “I was watching to see which corner of it was gonna hit the Ferris wheel, because it was unavoidable."
A few extras and crew members sustained some minor injuries -- but you can tell your kids to relax -- Miley wasn't even on the set at the time. The kids who were on the ride at the time were checked out by on-set medics.
Disney released this official statement about the incident:
"During a break in the filming of Hannah Montana: The Movie, a minor accident occurred involving a piece of production equipment. Fortunately, there were only a few minor injuries. Medical personnel have treated the extras and crew involved. None of the cast was on the set. Filming has resumed."
How long before the world blames Miley for this one?
Gina Gershon is not standing for the little game of Telephone that Vanity Fair is playing at her expense.
You see, the magazine printed an article in which VF writer Todd Purdum spread, what he called, "high-end Hollywood dinner-party gossip," insinuating that Gina and ex-President Bill Clinton have been having this torrid love affair. The actress freaked from the story, siccing her lawyers on the magazine for their irresponsible journalism.
"Rumor mongering was substituted for fact-checking," Gina's lawyers wrote in letter, says TMZ.com. "It is apparent that Vanity Fair was intent upon publishing unsubstantiated rumors, and that it avoided learning the true facts so that the truth would not get in the way. Such conduct is reckless and malicious, giving rise to substantial liability for defamation."
Gina insists that she had only been in Bill Clinton's presence on three occasions, and they were always art of a big group. She is demanding a retraction and a "sincere apology."
What do you think about all of this? Complete lies? A bit of truth blown way out of proportion? Bill is a frisky little devil...
Jackass star Steve-O pleaded guilty to a felony cocaine charge Tuesday, stemming from his arrest in March.
The out-of-control prankster was arrested after neighbors called the cops on him for vandalizing their apartment building. In the days following the run-in with the law, Steve checked himself into a Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for psychiatric evaluation.
Now, clean and sober, Steve has been given 48 hours to enroll in and 18 month drug counseling course, which will keep him from having to go to jail. "If he's clean and doesn't mess up during the 18 months, the case is completely dismissed," said the Deputy DA on the case.
"He feels wonderful," said Steve-O's attorney. "He's 85 days sober, and he's doing great. He is a model individual. He has changed completely. He is a sober man."
Good for him -- now maybe he should get a job that doesn't have him smashing his head into things for fun.
According to reports, actor Ethan Hawke is getting ready to tie the knot again -- this time with his pregnant girlfriend, Ryan Shawhughes.
The couple were seen at Municipal Building on Centre Street in NYC yesterday morning, applying for their marriage license. "They looked really sweet," said the onlooker.
In case you're not up on these two, Ryan was Ethan's kid's nanny when he was married to Uma Thurman. What are the chances Ryan hires a nanny for their new baby?
Slim to none.
Do not adjust your computer screen.
Kevin Federline is getting a Father of the Year award. Not the kind that Mike Brady got on The Brady Bunch, when Marcia snuck out of the house to send a letter in to the newspaper telling them why he deserved the honor. This one is the kind that's awarded by a night club.
Prive Las Vegas will be awarding Britney Spears' ex the title at a party he is slated to host there June 13.
Remember when Details magazine said he was "influential" last year?
I mean, I definitely think Kev has been more impressive as dad to his kids than most would have expected, but Father of the Year? That's like saying I'm World's Most Talented Journalist.
Gwyneth Paltrow says there might be more babies in her future -- though she sounds like she'd rather just skip the pregnancy and have the stork drop one in her lap.
"I may force myself to do it one more time because the result is so worth it," the actress said of having another child, to the July issue of Harper's Bazaar. "And also my [late] dad said to me that his only regret in life was that he had only two children and he didn't have more."
But the thought of those first three months, with the nausea and the not-just-in-the-morning-sickness? Yeah, like most of us, she'd rather pass. “My mother loved each [pregnancy] to bits; she felt alive and beautiful. I wanted to throw up all the time.”
Gwynnie, 35, who has daughter Apple, 4, and son Moses, 2, does say she's "very open" to adoption. "I do feel we're so fortunate, and we kind of owe it to humanity," she says, of her life with Coldplay's Chris Martin. "We have a lot of love to give and a lot of resources."
Yes, and it's a very good option when you're not looking for another intimate relationship with your toilet bowl.
I have yet to see one full episode of Denise Richards' new reality show, but let me tell you something, after watching this clip of Charlie Sheen's loony ex get into a tiff with a journalist, I might have to set the DVR. First off, she just looks like her head is going to explode, then she rattles off the c-word at this lady, who I have to say, is pretty ballsy herself. Being someone who hates confrontation, just watching this fight brew made me want to hide my head under the covers.
Are you guys watching this? Is it always this good and crazy? Good enough to get on board? Tell me.
Remember when Jennifer Aniston dated her flash-in-the-pan model, Paul Sculfor?
Well, Paul's back on the celebrity scene and, this time, he's making time with Cameron Diaz. According to People.com, Paul and Cam had a cozy dinner at a Santa Monica restaurant.
"They looked really flirty," said a spy, of the sexy couple's Sunday night dinner. "She was laughing really loud at all of his jokes. It looked like a date."
Two hours later, when the duo left the restaurant together, Paul attempted to woo Cameron by opening up her car door -- a move that was ruined when a paparazzo tried to snap a pic.
"Paul tried but Cameron was rushing him to leave since she didn't want to be photographed together."
Did Cameron not want to be seen with him because he's Jen's ex? Is it because Paul has an alleged nasty cocaine past? Is it because Cameron was seen the night before getting her groove on and holding hands with Diddy?
And where are all of Cameron's girlfriends? Paging Drew Barrymore...
My gym buddy, Queen Latifah, has got a brand new gig! The rapper-turned-actress-turned-jazz-singer--turned-Jenny-Craig-spokeslady is breaking the mold again and coming out with her own signature perfume.
Queenie has signed up with a Florida-based company, Parlux Fragrances, to create a brand new scent that will be wafting into stores in fall 2009.
"For me, beauty really does start on the inside," her Highness said in a statement. "It's like a state of mind—a state of love, if you will. So, I see fragrance as just a natural expression of this state of love: Scent expresses a woman's confidence and sensuality. It's how she embraces her body, her mind and her strength."
Well, if you put it like that, I'll take a case.
Reese Witherspoon is lightening her load for summer. The cute blondie has chopped her signature long locks into a golden chin-length bob!
Jakey G's girl debuted her new look at The 2nd Annual Kidstock Music And Art Festival on Sunday.
Soooo, what do you think? I totally want to cut my hair like this, but I'm pretty sure I'd go home and cry. Then all of my friends would have to counsel me, saying all those things that your friends always say when you get a bad haircut -- "It will grow back." "It's just hair." "Buy a lot of hats."
Do I really want to put them through that?
Wow -- certain media outlets have lost their freakin' minds.
Bearing in mind that People mag paid over a million dollars for Ashlee Simpson's wedding photos, how much do think the tabs are considering paying Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie for the first photos of their yet-to-be-born twins?
TMZ.com says that there is currently a bidding war going on between People and OK!, and that the current amount stands at over $15 million! Did you hear me? $15 million!
An magazine insider said that the pics are so valuable they would "print blank pages" the rest of year to get them. And it's not even like the lucky winning mag would make the money back in sales -- it's the bragging rights of getting them that's sending the bid soaring.
A rep for People said, "We'd love to see the photos in People. We wish the family well," while an OK! spokesperson said the mag would be to "foolish" not to participate in the bidding wars.
The world has seriously gone mad.
Big move, JA.
Jennifer Aniston took John Mayer to the next step in their relationship this past weekend -- she introduced him to the Cox-Arquettes!
Whoa -- serious!
After spending the day on Saturday at Jen's place, just the two of them, the new item headed to Malibu to visit Jen's BFF, Courteney Cox and David Arquette, at their new home. The foursome hung out well into the evening, where John and Jen got all cozy on Court's deck, watching the sunset together.
What's next? Coffee with Gunther?
Oh no!
Kelsey Grammer suffered a heart attack over the weekend, while he was vacationing in Hawaii.
"Kelsey's heart stopped for a few seconds, that's for sure," a source tells Star mag. "He was then admitted to the Kona Community hospital where he was treated. Soon after he was airlifted by helicopter to a hospital in Honolulu. I think he went for more tests there. The doctors treated this very seriously."
The Frasier star's rep confirms that the actor, who's 53, did indeed have coronary trouble while swimming on a beach in Kona, but called it a "mild heart attack." He also says that Kelsey will be back on his feet in no time.
"Kelsey is doing fine now and he will be going home tomorrow," his rep said.
Get well soon!

What is Johnny Depp's secret? The man still looks like a sexy stud at the ripe old age of 44 and 7/8 (he'll be 45 on 6/9). Captain Jack took home two golden popcorn statues from the MTV Movie Awards last night and, without a doubt, could have passed for 21 Jump Street's Tommy Hanson.
I guess when you've got it, you've got it. (I just wish he'd give some of it to me.)
It was quite the soirée at Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes house on Saturday night.
TomKat threw a huge housewarming bash in their new 1.3-acre $35 million Beverly Hills home, complete with a star-studded guest list. In addition to Katie's family who flew in for the party, Suri, and Tom's kids with Nicole Kidman, Connor and Isabella, the Cruises entertained the likes of Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez, Brooke Shields, Victoria Beckham, Eva Longoria Parker, Kyra Sedgwick, Tobey Maguire, Rita Wilson, Jeremy Piven and Kirstie Alley.
Wolfgang Puck catered the event, which ran from about 9pm to 1am, and an orchestra played music out on the lawn.
Jeez, and I thought I went to a good party on Saturday. It was at a beach house at the Jersey shore and we played beer pong in the basement.
Little Darlings star Tatum O'Neal was arrested last night in NYC, when she allegedly tried to buy crack and cocaine on the street.
According to TMZ.com, the Oscar winner was "observed" allegedly buying crack on the Lower East Side near her apartment there. She was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and was being held by police until her arraignment later today.
The actress, who was on the second season of Dancing With the Stars, have been very vocal about her past battle with drugs, admitting an addiction to heroin in the late nineties.
Sad.
After outing Angelina Jolie and the twins, Kung Fu Panda star Jack Black is outing himself.
The funnyman and his wife, Tanya, welcomed their second son last week. Jack told Entertainment Tonight that baby No. 2, named Jack for his daddy, was "fresh out of the oven."
Jack Jr. (or J.J., as I like to call him) joins big brother Samuel in this crazy world, who is just about 2.
Congrats!
Hey! Look at Audrina Patridge, flashing her new set at the MTV Movie Awards last night.
Her new set of bangs, of course, silly. What did you think I meant?
The Hills star, who has just wrapped her new surfer film Blue Crush 2, showed off her very Cleopatra-looking 'do at the festivities.
What do you think? I'm not crazy about the hair, but the girl has a body to die for.
It's so funny when celebrities and their publicists don't get their stories straight.
Lindsay Lohan and girlfriend Samantha Ronson were photographed in the emergency room at Century City Hospital last Thursday night, and when asked about it, Linds publicist said that the starlet was just visiting a pal there.
Now Linday's mom, the fabulously out of hand Dina Lohan, is telling People that her daughter was seeking medical attention for an asthma attack.
"She was losing oxygen. She couldn't breathe," Dina said of LiLo. "She was afraid to go the hospital because [the paparazzi] were gonna write about it. She was sick. If you were sick, and you're mother couldn't even take you to a hospital because paparazzi will fabricate some story, you know, it's sad. It's really sad."
But if it's not going to Dina who's there for her daughter, the reality TV star is more than happy to hand the reins over to Lindsay's devoted love. "Samantha is an angel," Dina said.
It's amusing that she was worried about the paps "fabricating" a story, when that's exactly what they did themselves, no?
Ashlee Simpson has decided to not go the way of Christina Aguilera and Jennifer Lopez and has opted out of a big pregnancy tour.
The newlywed, who finally announced her pregnancy last week, was scheduled to play a bunch of venues over the next couple of months, in support of her new album, Bittersweet World, has apparently had second thoughts.
"After careful consideration, Ashlee Simpson has decided to postpone her summer tour," the singer's publicist said in a statement Saturday. "She is committed to giving her fans the best show possible, and will be back better than ever and ready to rock in the future."
Xtina and J.Lo had danced their baby bellies all over the world last year on tour, while they were expecting their children, and I was amazed. I'm still trying to figure out how stars dance and sing at the same time for two hours, I can't even imagine adding a pregnancy into that. Plus, I get the feeling that the majority of the world isn't crying in their hoodies about not seeing the great Ashlee Simpson Spectacular -- girl's gotten much more famous for marrying -- and getting knocked up -- by Pete Wentz, than she ever did for her music.
As reported, Charlie Sheen went through with his wedding to Brooke Mueller, on Friday night.
"They're well matched and incredibly happy," a friend of the pair told People mag, of the couple who said their vows in front of about 60 guests, at a private estate in LA.
"Brooke really wanted to walk down the aisle in a big way, but Charlie insisted they keep it simple and small," says a source. Among the lucky attendees were Grey's Anatomy's Eric "McSteamy" Dane and his wife, Rebecca Gayheart, who introduced Charlie and Brooke back in 2006. Not in attendance -- Charlie's ex, Denise Richards -- who I'm sure had a private party of her own somewhere.
There were reports last week that the bride may already be carrying the groom's child, but no announcement was made at the nups.
Congrats to Charlie & Brooke -- may they be as happy as Charlie & Denise are miserable for knowing each other.











