Entertainment Topics Overviews

Automatically compiled digests of ENTERTAINMENT news stories
(originally aggregated by the Google News)

Friday

Mar-12-2009 -- Showtime, Starz ink output deals
The pay cable network has inked an output deal for up to 35 films from DreamWorks Studios that will be released between 2010 and 2015.
Showtime's announcement of an exclusive output deal with Disney that includes up to 35 DreamWorks films''through 2015 begs the question: will Steven Spielberg get behind the camera and deliver one before that deal is up? A flirtation with Paramount to do Matt Helm with Jon Hamm cratered, as did an attempt to do Harvey with Robert Downey Jr. at Fox 2000. More...

Mar-12-2009 -- Sushi Spot Is Charged With Serving Whale Meat
Los Angeles, California (CNN) -- Federal authorities have charged a trendy Santa Monica sushi restaurant with serving whale meat -- an investigation that was spurred by the team behind the Oscar-winning documentary, "The Cove."
Penalties for serving whale are fairly small, at the most a $20,000 fine and up to a year in prison (and prison time is unlikely). More...

Mar-12-2009 -- The Girls Who Kicked in Rock's Door
Earlier today, Cinematical sat down with Kristen Stewart and Dakota Fanning to talk about their new movie The Runaways , in which the actresses play Cherie Currie and Joan Jett, two of the founding members of the eponymous all-girl rock band. (Look for a full-length, exclusive interview with the duo in the weeks to come.)
Joan Jett has an amusing take on that scene. More...

Mar-12-2009 -- EMI Is Told, Hey, Label, Leave the Tracks Alone
LONDON (Reuters) - Pink Floyd on Tuesday launched legal action against record label EMI in a case that centres around royalty payments and how music is sold in the digital age.
The ruling at London's High Court is the latest blow to EMI, the smallest of the four major record companies, which is seeking new funds to avoid breaching debt covenants. More...

Mar-12-2009 -- PHOTO: The Red-Hot Christina Hendricks Barbie
The Mad Men brand is about to entwine itself with the Barbie brand in a mutually beneficial marketing deal, as Mattel launches four collectible dolls patterned after Mad Men characters.
The collectible dolls (retailing at 75 bucks a pop) are clothed in period costumes and soon accessories are being planned for a roll out that will have kids and adults alike clamoring for the entire line. More...

Mar-12-2009 -- Betty White to host 'Saturday Night Live'
Joining the Golden Girl for the special Mother's Day episode are six former SNL players, most of whom are moms: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Molly Shannon, Maya Rudolph, Ana Gasteyer and Rachel Dratch.
According to Zap2it.com 's source, the 88-year-old actress is likely to do the show with former SNL cast member Molly Shannon some time in May. More...

Thursday (Update 1)

Mar-11-2009 -- Jessica Simpson Jokes: John Mayer 'Gave Away My Game'
Jessica Simpson has said that she is still friends with ex Tony Romo, according to People.
JESSICA Simpson has opened up for the first time about her split from footballer Tony Romo. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Will Gabourey Sidibe's Size Limit Her Career?
Howard Stern just HAD to go there and do the unspoken.
Oprah USED this underprivileged, morbidly obese woman to get her production company (Harpo) an Academy Award. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Review | The Field is an Irish pub with heart
Atlantic City's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade celebrates a quarter century this Saturday, March 13.
The laid-back concert features traditional Irish working songs, ballads, pub favorites and sea shanties performed by Hill's band O'hAnleigh and Patrick Webb: Irishman for Hire. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Kristen Stewart masters the talk show interview!
Tuesday night on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Joan Jett dropped a "Cherry Bomb" on America.
Some new sneak peeks for " The Runaways " have been brought forward to tease audience. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Barbie goes 'Mad Men'
Los Angeles-based toy powerhouse Mattel has the grown-ups' attention today after announcing they will debut 4 dolls based on popular Mad Men characters this summer, according to the NY Times .
AMC's hit series ' Mad Men ' about the 1960's advertising industry has made such an impact on American pop culture that they're getting the ultimate tribute: their own line of limited-edition Barbie dolls. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Conan O'Brien takes his show to theaters
O'Brien will be joined by sidekick Andy Richter and members of the former Tonight Show band for the tour, which launched April 12 in Eugene, Oregon.
According to Ross, there was more interest in the idea than anticipated. More...

Thursday

Mar-11-2009 -- The Networks vs. Cable: Oscar-Night Battle Is a Sign of Things to Come
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A coalition of cable and satellite companies will this week call on the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to create a new process to resolve increasingly bitter disputes over carriage fees paid to broadcasters.
The National Association of Broadcasters responded that changes to "the free-market based retransmission consent model could be the demise of local programming." More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Lindsay Lohan takes swipe at E-Trade babies
I wonder what the litigious Lindsey Lohan thinks about the adjective that precedes her name in Rupal Parekh's run-down of the $100 million suit she has filed against E-Trade for a commercial in which a baby girl accusingly asks her baby boyfriend: "And that milkoholic Lindsay wasn't over?" The descriptor in question is the Murdochian "pop-tart."
What's the fuss about with the ad? The ad show a two babies, boy and girl chatting over a video camera. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Mario Lopez Is Going to Be a Dad!
The Extra alum, 36, announced that his girlfriend, Broadway dancer Courtney Mazza, is pregnant with the couple's first child.
"Courtney and I couldn't be more excited. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Louis Vuitton's womanhood celebration closes Paris
It was all very 1950s heroine chic at Louis Vuitton Wednesday afternoon, March 10, in Paris, when the label's designer Marc Jacobs sent out a series of proper, feminine looks onto a runway that circled a huge water fountain in a courtyard of the Louvre museum.
Australian models, meanwhile, are eating up magazine covers and catwalks with a bold new presence. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- 'Precious' Star Gabourey Sidibe Stops By 'America's Best Dance Crew' Set
Howard Stern just HAD to go there and do the unspoken.
Actress Gabourey Sidibe scored a Showtime recurring guest starring role in the new Laura Linney Cancer drama. More...

Mar-11-2009 -- Louis Vuitton's womanhood celebration closes Paris
It was all very 1950s heroine chic at Louis Vuitton Wednesday afternoon, March 10, in Paris, when the label's designer Marc Jacobs sent out a series of proper, feminine looks onto a runway that circled a huge water fountain in a courtyard of the Louvre museum.
Australian models, meanwhile, are eating up magazine covers and catwalks with a bold new presence. More...

Wednesday (Update 1)

Mar-10-2009 -- Jennifer Aniston & Gerard Butler's Sexy Magazine Cover Revealed
Celebrities have far-reaching and glamorous ways of exacting revenge on their ex-partners.
Los Angeles, Mar 8 (THAINDIAN NEWS) The Friends' actress Jennifer Aniston is all set to launch her own perfume. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Says her breast beats the beasts
"One New York chef is bringing new meaning to the term 'milking' a situation," The Huffington Post reports.
Mason politely declined the offers. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Letterman's scandal is over, but can he beat Leno?
Andy Richter doesn't buy that Jay Leno had to go along with NBC in the shuffle that cut short Conan O'Brien's reign as Tonight Show host, sarcastically saying, "multimillionaires are always being forced to do things."
NBC was the site of the latest round of late-night follies, which had nothing to do with Letterman. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- 'High Society' on the CW
If watching morally bereft richies scream at each other is your kind of entertainment, well, have I got a show for you! The CW's new reality show, High Society , which premieres tonight at 9:30 p.m. ET, centers on Manhattan socialite Tinsley Mortimer and the filthy rich, filthy-mouthed high rollers that populate her insular world.
Not all Mortimer's posse seems shallow or unpleasant. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Cindy Crawford extortionist gets 2 years behind bars
A man who blackmailed Cindy Crawford has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Kayalar turned himself in to police in Germany soon after the extortion and also admitted to stealing the photo from Kaia's former nanny in 2009. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Critics mixed on Lloyd Webber's 'Love Never Dies'
More ominously still, many of Lloyd Webber's most fervent admirers appear to have turned against the new show.
Lloyd Webber can take comfort from the fact that "Phantom" didn't exactly get glowing reviews when it opened more than 20 years ago. More...

Wednesday

Mar-10-2009 -- NY Chef Earns Fans, Critics With Cheese Made From Human Breast Milk
"One New York chef is bringing new meaning to the term 'milking' a situation," The Huffington Post reports.
"The restaurant knows that cheese made from breast milk is not for public consumption, whether sold or given away," a spokeswoman for the city Department of Health said. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- The Lost Possibilities of TRON 2
Tron: Legacy isn't due out until December here in the UK, but a short trailer has already been released today.
I was sitting in the dimly lit, pre-pubescent filled movie theater waiting for Alice in Wonderland: 3D to start, thinking to myself "How in the world did so many parents let their kids out on a school night for a midnight showing of this film? Where have we come? In my day" because I'm so old, you see, "my parents would have laughed in my face at the mere mention of going to a movie at the witching hour" come to think of it, they'd laugh in my face now, even though I'm a big boy and make grown up decisions. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Alice-inspired fashion and beauty products
SACRAMENTO, CA - "Things are getting curiouser and curiouser," Alice says, but curiously, Tim Burton's version of 'Alice in Wonderland' seems more inspired by a Zelda-type video game than Lewis Carroll.
Burton brings the world of Underland, a place of imagination, vibrancy and charm, to life, especially in dazzling 3-D. The cast of live actors, Wasikowska, Bonham-Carter, Anne Hathaway, Johnny Depp and Crispin Glover are a titanic force in this film, acting within an imaginary world, talking to imaginary creatures and interacting convincingly with things that aren'''t really there. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Con man that tried to blackmail Cindy Crawford sentenced to jail
A man who blackmailed Cindy Crawford has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Gerber is believed to have paid Kayalar, an acquaintance of the family' s former nanny, $1,000 (=C2=A3625) to keep the photo under wraps but turn ed to officials at America's Federal Bureau of Investigation when the cro ok made further demands for cash. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- Harmonix to retune 'Rock Band'
After Harmonix was bought by Viacom, the company left Activision and created Rock Band as a rival, while Activision placed Tony Hawk's Pro Skater developer Neversoft in charge of the third Guitar Hero game with mixed results.
The developer did not offer details on compatibility with older Rock Band titles. More...

Mar-10-2009 -- DMX back in jail for alleged probation violation
PHOENIX (Reuters) - Troubled rapper DMX was arrested in Arizona on Tuesday for violating his probation by regularly using illegal drugs during the last nine months, authorities said.
Maricopa County Sheriff's spokeswoman Lindsey Smith said Simmons was arrested Tuesday by the Adult Probation Office. More...

Tuesday (Update 1)

Mar-09-2009 -- Oscar win for dolphin hunt film 'The Cove'
Japanese authorities are fuming after LOUIE PSIHOYOS and RIC O'BARRY's expose about the slaughter of dolphins won the Best Documentary Oscar at Sunday's (7Mar10) Academy Awards.
The film, which stars Isabel Lucas, is set in southwest Japan, where the village of 3,500 people - aka 'Whale Town' - has been hunting dolphins and whales since the early 1600s, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- 'The Bachelor: Jason and Molly's Wedding': The Top 10 Moments
Every girl dreams of their perfect wedding, and The Bachelor's Molly Malaney had a more than perfect ceremony Feb. 27.
Millions of us are happy about Jason and Molly' wedding. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Germany: Man jailed for Cindy Crawford extortion
A GERMAN man who tried to blackmail Cindy Crawford over a photograph showing the supermodels young daughter gagged and bound was sentenced today to two years behind bars.
The man, who had earlier confessed under police interrogation, was alleged to have threatened to sell the picture to the press. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Betty White is coming to 'SNL'; 88-year-old comedienne may join 'SNL' alums on ...
Apparently, the dreams of nearly half a million fans are coming true.
The Facebook page "Betty White to Host SNL (please?)!" has almost half a million supporters. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- 'Tron Legacy' Trailer Premieres Online
Starring Garrett Hedlund, Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, Olivia Wilde, Beau Garrett and Michael Sheen, Tron Legacy goes further into the Tron future where the 1982 version left off, with Garrett Hedlund in the role of Sam Flynn, the son of Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges), and Bruce Boxleitner back as Alan Bradley (Tron in the original).
We've shown you the new Tron trailer 48 hours ago in bootleg quality, but you can forget that one now and rather watch this high-quality version. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Miley Cyrus Says She's Absolutely Deeper Than You
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the leading man of " The Last Song " is in negotiations to star in Inferno Entertainment's 3-D adventure movie titled " Arabian Nights ".
March 08, 2010, ( Sawf News ) - Miley Cyrus opted for a Jenny Packham gown with satin bustier and frock tulle with shimmering waist at the 82nd Annual Academy Awards on March 7, 2010. More...

Tuesday

Mar-09-2009 -- Vanity Fair welcomes Oscar's brightest stars for annual afterparty
Stepping out for an Oscar party, Hilary Swank was spotted at the Vanity Fair shindig at Sunset Tower in West Hollywood on Sunday (March 7).
On the Vanity Fair red carpet, co-host Alec Baldwin said that 'The Hurt Locker' s' win was "a surprise." More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Brooke Burke named new 'Dancing With the Stars' co-host
Burke, who won the seventh season of the dancing contest, will replace Samantha Harris when the 10th season begins March 22.
Star magazine claims the new pick is former ballroom champ Brooke Burke. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Jeff Bridges Wonders If Oscar Win Is All a Dream
It'''s Firth'''s first nom (best known for trying to get into Bridget Jones''' oversized pants), but it'''s a case of '''internal''' acting that gets nominations but rarely gets awards.
I think that's exactly what Jean's going through. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Mark Linkous, Leader of Sparklehorse Band, Dies at 47
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mark Linkous has committed suicide, his manager confirms to Rolling Stone.
Mark Linkous RIP. Sparklehorse's Mark Linkous took his own life over the weekend. More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Palin notes irony of using Canada health care
A fiery critic of President Obama on health care, former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin told an audience in Calgary on Saturday that her family crossed the border to get medical treatment in Canada while she was growing up.
The winds dictated whether the planes could come in or not." More...

Mar-09-2009 -- Sans Lohan, Ungaro Show Is Buzzless
It looks like Lindsay Lohan might have a little more time to focus exclusively on her 6126 line of leggings and apparel in the days ahead.
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Monday (Update 1)

Mar-08-2009 -- Miley Cyrus Talks Liam Helmsworth, Taking Time Off From Music
Couple Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth didn't walk the red carpet together at the 2010 Oscars, but they did attend the 18th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Award Party at Pacific Design Center and the couldn't look more in love.
Teen singer Miley Cyrus said she felt 'blessed' to be at the Oscars after admitting to not watching many of the movies. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Official update on Placido Domingo's condition after surgery
Placido Domingo (69) was discharged Sunday, March 7 from Mount Sinai hospital in New York City after undergoing laparoscopic surgery to successfully remove a localized malignant polyp in his colon, it was announced by his representative Nancy Seltzer.
A spokeswoman said surgeons used laparoscopic surgery to remove the polyp and that Mr. Domingo was released from Mount Sinai Hospital on Sunday. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Judd Nelson's Oscar Appearance Shocks Fans Online
Nearly after one year of death John Hughes got the rare and special tribute from Oscar during the 82nd Academy awards which were held on Sunday night.
The stars of John Hughes's films paid tribute to the late director at this year's Oscars. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Lil Wayne Finally Set To Be Sentenced, Begin Jail Term Today
NEW YORK - After delays from surgery on his diamond-encrusted teeth and a courthouse fire, rapper Lil Wayne was finally due to be sentenced to prison Monday on a gun possession charge.
Wayne has discussed the creation of future collaborative albums with other rappers like Juelz Santana and Lloyd and has talked about producing "Tha Carter IV." More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Mark Linkous, Leader of Sparklehorse Band, Dies at 47
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mark Linkous has committed suicide, his publicist confirms to Rolling Stone.
A statement released by Linkous' family on Sunday confirmed the musician's death. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Waltz goes from Hollywood unknown to Oscar winner
Los Angeles, Mar 8, (THAINDIAN NEWS) Austrian actor Christoph Waltz won the award in the Best Supporting Actor category for his amazing portrayal of a Nazi officer Hans Landa in the Quentin Tarantino directed much acclaimed flick "Inglourious Basterds" at the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony, which was held on Sunday night.
Inglorious Basterds is about reign of Adolf Hilter and a group of rebels called the Basterds, who seek to bring down the evil dictator, with Waltz, 53, playing Col. Hans Landa, a sinister Nazi officer with a talent for seeking out people in hiding. More...

Monday

Mar-08-2009 -- Bingham, Burnett, Giacchino Win Oscars
This really means something coming from a guy who once rode bulls on the rodeo circuit in his native Texas.
Sounds like the groundwork for next year's Oscar-winning tune. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Mark Linkous, aka Sparklehorse, takes his own life
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mark Linkous has committed suicide, his publicist confirms to Rolling Stone.
One of the most harrowing moments of Linkous' life came during the Radiohead tour in 1996. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Carey spits out breath mint - and makes hubby hold on to it
Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon have been very upfront about their desires to have a baby, which has only served to constantly fuel the rumors that she's pregnant.
The singer is rumored to have denied all alcohol while at the event which really got the rumor mill going. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- 'Ajami' fails to win best foreign film Oscar
The wailing in the street, of friends and neighbors, the innocent victim's sister and mother, spires off into the sky.
Here the Middle East conflict springs, not from an age-old dispute over territory, but an infectious tribalism bred by seething distrust and the need to defend boundaries -- ethnic, religious and familial -- at all costs. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- 'Precious' Dominates Spirit Awards
" Precious " did about as well as it possibly could have Friday might at the Independent Spirit Awards.
Music and laugher kicked off the 2010 Academy Awards from Hollywood's Kodak Theatre. More...

Mar-08-2009 -- Bridges earns best-actor Oscar for `Crazy Heart'
Jeff Bridges capped a movie career of 40 years by winning the Academy Award for his portrayal of alcoholic country singer Bad Blake in "Crazy Heart."
On the set of Raging Bull, the first film for which Scorsese was handed a directing nomination, a young Marty sported a head of thick, dark hair, a beard, and a faded Clash T shirt. More...

Sunday (Update 1)

Mar-07-2009 -- Wesley Snipes 'Elated' Over Comeback Role In 'Brooklyn's Finest'
Set largely in what is described as the most crime-ridden housing project in the city, it seems as if this little corner of Brooklyn is falling apart.
Two men talk in a car at night. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Danny Gokey's 'My Best Days Are Ahead of Me': The story behind the song
Tonight former American Idol contestant, Danny Gokey made an appearance on the results show.
Our first Idol to go home was John Park. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Sean Penn hopes you die of rectal cancer if you disagree with him
Sean Penn is slamming cynics who have criticized his recent trip to Haiti.
Penn brought 11 doctors to Haiti after establishing a private relief organisation with a U.S. businesswoman and has raised more than $1 million (£600,000). More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Sparklehorse singer Mark Linkous 'takes his own life'
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mark Linkous has committed suicide, his publicist confirms to Rolling Stone.
Linkous was working on a new Sparklehorse album, which was due to be released by the Anti- record label. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- 'Idol' finalist Haeley Vaughn: 'I hope I can work for Disney'
"Anyone who knows me knows I'm the nicest guy.
The Voldemort of Idol. He who stayed way too long and killed many good songs. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Arab director of Oscar film sparks Israeli outrage
The wailing in the street, of friends and neighbors, the innocent victim's sister and mother, spires off into the sky.
While Israeli media have been rooting vigorously for Ajami, Copti's remarks led Science and Technology Minister Daniel Hershkowitz, of the rightwing Habayit Hayehudi (Jewish Home) party to say that an Israeli win could give Copti a platform for views more suited to the militant Palestinian Hamas organisation. More...

Sunday

Mar-07-2009 -- 'Idol' finalist Haeley Vaughn: 'I hope I can work for Disney'
"Anyone who knows me knows I'm the nicest guy.
Randy even says Aaron has improved '''200%''' and Kara thinks he'''ll '''keep getting better.''' More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Jaycee Dugard Speaks for the First Time in Exclusive Home Video
NEW YORK — Kidnapping victim Jaycee Dugard, held captive for 18 years in a ramshackle backyard compound, is seen cooking with her sister and mother and riding horses in recently shot home videos set to air on ABC Friday.
The recently released clips show Jaycee, as well as her mother and stepsister, and offer a glimpse into what Jaycee's life is like now. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Bachelor Jake: I Knew Vienna Was the "One" Before We Jumped Into Bed
According to online reports 'The Bachelor' Jake Pavelka has already cheated on new fiancé Vienna Girardi.
It was purely Tits and Ass. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Month old Mega Millions doing well
Players were out in force on Tuesday night to be the one winner of the $100 million plus Mega Millions Lottery, yet despite higher ticket sales than usual and lots of interest in the draw the Mega Millions Lottery rolls again.
Five people who purchased a Mega Millions ticket in Georgia matched four of the five numbers plus the Mega Ball to win $10,000. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- Tom Hanks on 'Pacific' HBO Series, World War II, History
The veterans will participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the World War II memorial on March 11.
However he got the taste of popular and critical success after the release of films like Philadelphia and Forest Grump. More...

Mar-07-2009 -- 'Transformers,' Bullock make Razzies worst list
Players were out in force on Tuesday night to be the one winner of the $100 million plus Mega Millions Lottery, yet despite higher ticket sales than usual and lots of interest in the draw the Mega Millions Lottery rolls again.
Five people who purchased a Mega Millions ticket in Georgia matched four of the five numbers plus the Mega Ball to win $10,000. More...

Saturday (Update 1)

Mar-06-2009 -- Fake front page brings paper Disney dollars, debate
I'm referring to the ad for the movie on the Los Angeles Times.
I'm very disappointed that you put "money" before "news." More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Naomi's pitiful brake job
The driver who accused supermodel Naomi Campbell of assaulting him has decided not to press charges against the 39-year-old model.
The 27-year-old driver now says the whole incident has been largely exaggerated. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Alice's (Mundane) Adventures in '''Wonderland'''
The party was planned in conjunction with the theatrical release of Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland," an extension of Lewis Carroll's 1865 novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and the sequel "Through the Looking Glass."
Lots of adults like to come, too." More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Santa Clarita council candidate arrested on sex assault charges
Johnny Pride, of Valencia, was booked on suspicion of rape, lewd conduct with a minor, oral copulation of a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor, according to sheriff's deputies.
The Santa Clarita Signal says a sheriff's report shows that 26-year-old Johnny Pride has been booked on suspicion of several charges, including rape and lewd conduct with a minor. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Man charged with stalking TV personality Dr. Drew
Los Angeles County prosecutors Friday charged a North Hills man with stalking and making criminal threats against Dr. Drew Pinsky, star of the VH1 TV show '''Celebrity Rehab''' and the radio show '''Loveline.'''
Police reported that Pearson sent Pinsky several harrassing messages and later appeared at a radio station that is affiliated with the doctor. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Bachelor Jake: Tenley and I Didn't Have "Sexual" Chemistry
Pavelka, the star of "The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love" became engaged to Vienna Girardi late last fall.
The 'Bachelor' just did not want to use the word sexual because Tenley is a wonderful person, plus Vienna reveals why people hate her. More...

Saturday

Mar-06-2009 -- Exclusive: Cirie Fields talks about 'Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains'
The remaining Heroes and Villains spent the latest episode of "Survivor" with shiny, oily skin.
The irony is that a couple eps ago, James kept pointing out that Stephenie's "whole tribe!" got voted off one by one because of their losing streak. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Disney and Cablevision battle gets uglier as deadline nears
Cablevision has accused the Mouse of seeking $40 million a year for the right to carry the station, though Disney has privately disputed that $40 million figure.
"The switch is in Bob Iger's hands." More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Angelina Jolie had an affair with Mick Jagger, new tell-all book claims
Rolling Stones front man Mick Jagger had two affairs with Hollywood Goddess Angelina Jolie both of them allegedly occuring before she hooked up with partner Brad Pitt in 2004.
Suspicion was also Oscar nominated for Best Picture and Best Score. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Naomi's pitiful brake job
The driver who accused supermodel Naomi Campbell of assaulting him has decided not to press charges against the 39-year-old model.
"I would like to put the last few days behind me and move on." More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Person of the Week: Academy Awards Hosts Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin
Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin may seem like the oddest couple to host the Academy Awards, but they probably won't be the ones everyone will be watching come the red carpet.
Instead of the slinky, crooner-inspired sets of last year, Rockwell looked to classic soundstages where variety shows like the Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin shows were filmed. More...

Mar-06-2009 -- Paris heats up on day 3 of ready-to-wear week
John Galliano, the Christian Dior creative director, is veritably consistent, albeit this season with a delightful libertine twist.
At Christian Dior, politicians filled the void. More...

Friday (Update 1)

Mar-05-2009 -- Marie Osmond's Son to be Laid to Rest Monday
Source: Marie Osmond feels performing will be therapeutic.
'''People who kill themselves are feeling hopeless, helpless and very sorry for themselves but are not necessarily in a major depression, which is the kind of depression it'''s believed antidepressants help,''' Hankin says. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- Christopher Walken leads brilliant cast on Broadway
Though set, for the first time, in the United States, Martin McDonagh's "A Behanding in Spokane" doesn't stray too far from the dark and morbid sense of humor that populates his Irish plays.
In '''A Behanding,''' a 90-minute dip into silliness that is Martin McDonagh'''s fifth play on Broadway and the first to take place in America, Walken is once again missing a body part. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- What's So Special About 'Alice in Wonderland'?
From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic fantasy adventure Alice In Wonderland, a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time.
AUCKLAND'S five-star Langham Hotel is marking the release of the new Alice in Wonderland movie by putting together a colourful afternoon tea fit for a Mad Hatter's tea party during March. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- Oscar advertisers hope to build buzz on Twitter, Facebook
Can't get enough of the Oscars? Really dying to know what Eva Longoria and Keira Knightly will be wearing this year? You're not alone, and you have some new tools available to you to help keep you ahead of the crowd at this year's 82 nd annual Academy Awards Sunday at the Kodak Theater in L.A. The Associated Press will be capturing celebrity arrivals from 6-8 p.m. ET and streaming them live online via Livestream. " Oscars Red Carpet " already is up and running with Oscar features like celebrity interviews, packaged features and content that will draw Oscar-ites like moths to a flame.
The real question is will anyone come close to Bjork's swan dress or Celine Dion's backward suit? Face it, the top 10 dresses stand a better chance of getting that page three splash than whoever wins best achievement in costume. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- Talk back: Did the 'Office' baby live up to the hype?
There was a lot to like in last night's two-part, hour-long The Office, from the snap of the dialogue to the long-awaited union of Andy and Erin to the interesting twists with Dwight, who is weirdly good with the ladies.
Even boss Michael (Concord native Steve Carell) experiences a moment of clarity. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- The Secret of Kells
LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - The animated feature that made everybody go "huh?" when Oscar nominations were announced last month, "The Secret of Kells" is certain to elicit its fair share of wows after it arrives in U.S. theaters on Friday.
"The Princess and the Frog," a musical about a New Orleans waitress who falls in love with a foreign prince-turned-frog, is Disney's first hand-drawn animation in six years. More...

Friday

Mar-05-2009 -- In Paris, Risks Bring Rewards
A retro space age mood permeated Paris' ready-to-wear shows on Thursday, as Balenciaga and emerging Indian madcap Manish Arora sent out looks perfect for a stewardess on an intergalactic fight.
Keep in mind that 2001 was close to a decade ago, and Kubrick's now 40-year-old vision of what fashion would look like at that moment proved a quantum leap. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- Children Services Interviewed Jackson Kids Again
Officials from the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) visited the Jacksons' Encino, California estate on Monday after receiving a tip off about an incident with a stun gun.
The Jackson children were targeting Michael's son Blanket with the stun gun that sparked a social services visit, according to a U.S. report. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- The Secret of Kells
LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - The animated feature that made everybody go "huh?" when Oscar nominations were announced last month, "The Secret of Kells" is certain to elicit its fair share of wows after it arrives in U.S. theaters on Friday.
Like regular features, the films have to have played for at least one week in a commercial theater in Los Angeles before the end of 2009. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- Shiloh Jolie-Pitt`s hair and nickname slammed as boyish
Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie and her partner Brad Pitt have been praised by her estranged father Jon Voight as "amazing, loving parents" to their six children.
For the young Jolie-Pitts it seems nothing competes with a genuine Italian ice cream. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- What Has Danny Gokey Been Up To Since 'American Idol'?
When Danny Gokey wove his way into the final three slots on last year'''s '''American Idol''' competition, he made a connection with America through a big, soulful voice and through a personal story about overcoming tragedy.
I want to add that Danny sounds really GREAT in the country genre! Carrie crosses over ~ why shouldn't he? He has an unbelievably great soulful voice, and I was really surprised how well he sang some of the songs that have a "country edge" to them! And ALL the songs fit the country genre well! I'm so happy that country music has embraced him much better than some of you people that are making negative remarks! If you don't like him, don't listen; but there's no sense in making the negative remarks about his dead wife. More...

Mar-05-2009 -- In Paris, streetwear takes cue from space age
A retro space age mood permeated Paris' ready-to-wear shows on Thursday, as Balenciaga and emerging Indian madcap Manish Arora sent out looks perfect for a stewardess on an intergalactic fight.
Keep in mind that 2001 was close to a decade ago, and Kubrick's now 40-year-old vision of what fashion would look like at that moment proved a quantum leap. More...

Thursday (Update 1)

Mar-04-2009 -- Was it Dogen's final act on 'Lost'?
I's rather have it be 5 o'clock somewhere else.
First episode I found meh. 50 minutes to find out Sayid is a bad man? Oh-kay. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Johnny Depp's Girlfriend Wants Him to Quit Film With Angelina Jolie
In recent weeks, the three year old has chopped off her long blonde hair and adopted the look of a little boy - and the actress and her partner Brad Pitt have been commended for allowing the tot to show her independence early.
They're letting Shiloh be Shiloh, and I don't see a problem with it. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- 'Modern Family': 'Every gay father's worst nightmare'
A new episode of Modern Family will be airing on March 3.
March 2, 2010 - Modern Family has become one of the past year's biggest new television hits, drawing in a large audience and critical acclaim, thanks to its funny scripts and excellent cast. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Emotions left untapped in 'The Miracle Worker'
NEW YORK (Hollywood Reporter) - Even a less-than-thrilling production can't completely drain the power of "The Miracle Worker," William Gibson's modern-day classic about Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan.
Kate Whoriskey (who shepherded Lynn Nottage's Fabulation and Ruined regionally and Off-Broadway) directs the 50th anniversary production. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Who Should Be Cast in the Gilligan's Island Movie?
THE SKINNY : Nothing is safe from the evil clutches of the dreaded REBOOT, especially not wildly successful but dated television shows like GILLIGAN'S ISLAND. Warner Bros. and Atlas Entertainment have announced that they've begun development on a feature film adaptation of the iconic 1960s series with ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT writer Brad Copeland penning the script.
The basic premise that black people don't like to get their hair wet and thus rarely get on boats is a true today as it was when the original Gilligan's Island came out. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Mo'Nique has an open marriage
I'm 42 and I'm very hairy."
Barbara Walters''' 29th and final Oscar night special, which will also feature an interview with Best Actress nominee Sandra Bullock, airs before the Oscars on Sunday at 7 PM ET on ABC on the East Coast and after the ceremony on the West Coast. More...

Thursday

Mar-04-2009 -- Burt Reynolds undergoes open heart surgery
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. ''' Burt Reynolds is recovering after undergoing quintuple bypass surgery last week, Entertainment Tonight reports.
Burt Reynolds was not, however, rushed to the hospital for said quintuple bypass. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Jackson Nephew, 13, Investigated for Playing with Stun Gun
Officials from the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services visited the home Tuesday -- reportedly to check on a report of a stun gun possessed by a child.
With California's Department of Children and Family Services investigating, Katherine Jackson's attorney, Adam Streisand tells RadarOnline.com that Jermaine Jackson's kids will not be moving out. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- LAPD under fire for RFK display
The Los Angeles police apologized to the family of Robert F. Kennedy on Wednesday after exhibiting the suit, shirt and tie he was wearing when assassinated in 1968, reports the Associated Press.
The exhibition, titled "Behind the Scenes: The LAPD Homicide Experience," is open to the public. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Jake and Vienna: We Snuck Around "Illegally" for Months
Hunky Jake Pavelka proposed to Vienna Girardi on Monday night'''s season finale of The Bachelor and her best friend Miss Florida Rachael Todd revealed to RadarOnline.com that the happy bride-to-be is already ramping up some wedding details.
WHY is Dancing with the stars NOT Dancing with the STARS anymore? The whole reason we have watched is to see celebritiesnot reality rv people. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Daniel Gibson and Keyshia Cole reportedly became engaged on New Year's Eve.
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. ''' It's a boy for Keyshia Cole and her fianc''e, NBA star Daniel Gibson.
Daniel Hiram Gibson Jr., 7 pounds 3 ounces, is the first child for the reality star, 28, and Cleveland Cavaliers star, 24, who got engaged on New Year's Eve. More...

Mar-04-2009 -- Bowersox wows 'Idol' judges after hospitalization
Randy and Ellen were so right -- that was way, way too slow.
I hope the Aaron Kelly is Archuleta 2.0 bill of goods was laid to rest tonight after his performance. More...

Wednesday (Update 1)

Mar-03-2009 -- Abraham Lincoln hunts vampires in film adaptation
The 51-year-old is to team up with Timur Bekmambetov to produce a movie adaptation of the book Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter with Jim Lemley, according to website Deadline.
Mar 1 (THAINDIAN NEWS) With the new trend of vampire stories now dominating the box office, it comes as no surprise that the book world is getting in on the action as well. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Justin Timberlake, Cameron Diaz To Team Up For 'Bad Teacher'
Justin Timberlake might have been stretching his dramatic acting muscles for David Fincher's The Social Network recently, but he's ready to dip back into comedy for Jake Kasdan's new film Bad Teacher.
Justin Timberlake will play the lead role in "Bad Teacher", the Cameron Diaz-starring comedy from "Walk Hard" helmer Jake Kasdan. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Smithsonian refuses Simpson's acquittal suit
LOS ANGELES -- The Smithsonian is taking a pass on O.J. The venerable museum has no intention of accepting the so-called "lucky suit" that O.J. Simpson wore the day a jury found him not guilty of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman.
D.C.' s National Museum of Crime & Punishment -- which just proudly unveiled Ted Bundy's VW -- has already weighed in, saying it would love to have the suit as part of a exhibition about "people who were assumed guilty before the trial started, tried by the media if you will," said spokeswoman Linda Marie Czop. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- The Secret of Kells
London (ANI): Twilight star Kristen Stewart is said to have fuelled rumours that she is dating co-star Robert Pattinson after she supported him at the New York premiere of his latest movie Remember Me.
Pattinson, in a gray suit, and de Ravin, in a short black skirt and a sleeveless blouse, discussed sex scenes, their characters and the things they regret about certain interviews. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- With the Oscars days away, Hollywood gets busy
London (ANI): Twilight star Kristen Stewart is said to have fuelled rumours that she is dating co-star Robert Pattinson after she supported him at the New York premiere of his latest movie Remember Me.
It all started with an exclusive "Remember Me" photo MTV News debuted in early February of Robert Pattinson and Emile de Ravin fully clothed, soaking wet and kind of wrestling with each other in the shower. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- With the Oscars days away, Hollywood gets busy
Jeff Bridges plays Bad Blake, a country music singer-songwriter, who is broke, an alcoholic and reduced to playing at rundown bowling alleys and small town bars.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has come up with an alternative method - a preferential system that enables votes to be transferred from one film to another. More...

Wednesday

Mar-03-2009 -- Tribeca Film Group Tries to Build a Distribution Brand of Its Own
Tribeca is excited to announce that the world premiere of Shrek Forever After, from DreamWorks Animation SKG, will kick off the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival on Wednesday, April 21! Presented by American Express, the Festival will run through May 2, and tickets will go on sale April 13.
Prior blockbusters to debut at the festival have included Spider-Man 3, Mission: Impossible III and Baby Mama. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Jessica Simpson `little bit angry' with John Mayer
Jessica Simpson hates people knowing what she is like in bed.
The pop star quips about the fallout from Mayer's comments: "My phone is ringing off the hook, I have to say." More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Disney plays bully in dispute, says Cablevision
Cablevision customers in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Long Island, Westchester County and elsewhere could lose WABC/Ch. 7 at 12:01 a.m. Sunday in the latest big money showdown between a cable company and a network.
This is just another example of Cablevision's greed--or should I say the greed of those who own and operate Cablevision. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Roger Ebert Talks Cancer, Movies And Root Beer On 'Oprah'
Legendary film critic Roger Ebert has not been able to speak for the past four years due to thyroid cancer.
WTF are you talking about, "train wreck"? People successfully use computerized communication devices all the time. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Smithsonian turns down suit worn by OJ Simpson
Kristen Stewart fueled rumors she is dating her "Twilight" co-star Robert Pattinson after turning out to support the actor at the New York premiere of his latest movie "Remember Me."
Eyewitnesses report that Kristen was copying Rob's fingers through the hair thing which looked real adorable. More...

Mar-03-2009 -- Smithsonian turns down suit worn by OJ Simpson
LOS ANGELES -- The Smithsonian is taking a pass on O.J. The venerable museum has no intention of accepting the so-called "lucky suit" that O.J. Simpson wore the day a jury found him not guilty of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman.
David Cook (lawyer for Goldman's father Fred), Ronald Slates (lawyer for Simpson) and Mike Gilbert (Simpson's former manager) agreed that the items will be donated as a gift to the Smithsonian or another institution if the Smithsonian declines the gift. More...

Tuesday (Update 1)

Mar-02-2009 -- Henry Holt drops publication of 'Last Train From Hiroshima'
Movie peeps were buzzing with the news that James Cameron's long-time collaborator Charles Pellegrino was in some pretty big non-fiction hot water.
Pellegrino's confession about Fuoco led to further scrutiny of the book and the publisher's inability to prove the existence of two key figures in the book, a Father Mattias and one John MacQuitty. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Marie Osmond's Many Troubles
Los Angeles police said Monday that the investigation into the death of Michael Blosil, the 18-year-old son of entertainer Marie Osmond, would be handled by the Los Angeles County coroner's office.
Marie Osmond and family are gathering in Las Vegas to mourn the sudden loss of her son Michael, who was 18. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Gang Starr's Guru Undergoes Successful Surgery
Gang Starr front man Guru is in a coma after suffering a heart attack yesterday.
Gang Starr was scheduled to appear on Sirius XM's Hip-Hop Nation radio station on Sunday night to speak about Guru's condition but it is unclear whether the group actually showed up or not. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Dustin Hoffman set to star in series pilot for HBO
Two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman is taking his first lead role in a TV series, joining HBO's David Milch-Michael Mann pilot "Luck."
The project is described as a provocative look at the worlds of horse-racing and gambling told through a diverse group of characters surrounding a racetrack. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Report: Brittany Murphy Leaves Entire Estate To Mother
Brittany Murphy has reportedly left her husband out of her will.
I really think this story has run its course and people, including her husband, need to quit commenting. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Drug tests pending in Marie Osmond son's LA death
Los Angeles police said Monday that the investigation into the death of Michael Blosil, the 18-year-old son of entertainer Marie Osmond, would be handled by the Los Angeles County coroner's office.
Osmond's 18-year-old son Michael Blosil has died, the entertainer said Saturday Feb. 27, 2010. More...

Tuesday

Mar-02-2009 -- Final "Shrek" movie to open Tribeca Film Fest
Tribeca is excited to announce that the world premiere of Shrek Forever After, from DreamWorks Animation SKG, will kick off the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival on Wednesday, April 21! Presented by American Express, the Festival will run through May 2, and tickets will go on sale April 13.
Festival co-founder Jane Rosenthal said the film was chosen because "''Shrek Forever After'' combines the very best in storytelling and artistry while showcasing the wonders of innovative 3D filmmaking." More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Ocho, ESPN's Andrews to go 'Dancing'
According to TMZ ,NFL football star, Chad Ochocinco has been reportedly cast as one of the "Dancing With The Stars" season 10 celebrity castmembers.
Lawrence Taylor was like the Chuck Liddell of the NFL. LT was never one known for finesse, but rather a vicious mean streak that focused on blowing up quarterbacks. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Paparazzi arrested while taking pictures during 'Bachelor' taping
The most controversial couple from the recent history of ABC's "The Bachelor" finally married on Saturday, and they did so in the pouring rain, ABC sources confirm to Access Hollywood.
The Bachelor Wedding was not going to be ruined by the paparazzi. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- "Shutter Island" still captivates moviegoers
Image Credit: Abbott Genser Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan pairing up for a buddy comedy flick from director Kevin Smith seems like a good idea on paper.
The film stars Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan as NYPD officers. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Gang Starr MC Guru In Coma
Gang Starr front man Guru is in a coma after suffering a heart attack yesterday.
Well wishing fans are flooding websites with wishes for a speedy recovery and successful surgery. More...

Mar-02-2009 -- Drug tests pending in Marie Osmond son's LA death
Los Angeles police said Monday that the investigation into the death of Michael Blosil, the 18-year-old son of entertainer Marie Osmond, would be handled by the Los Angeles County coroner's office.
Michael committed suicide Friday in Los Angeles. More...

Monday (Update 1)

Mar-01-2009 -- Lil Wayne's Jail Time: A Prison Guard Breaks Down His Routine
Rapper Lil Wayne is expected to begin serving jail time today after pleading guilty to gun possession charges.
On Saturday night, Lil Wayne and DJ Scoob Doo sent in a video clip featuring footage they shot that afternoon. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- 'The Amazing Race': Horsing around in Argentina
The show kicked off with scenes from last weeks episode when Jody and Shannon got eliminated.
Don't go on the AR if you are afraid of heights, cannot swim, are bad with directions, or cannot drive a stick shift. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Bret Michaels Defends Miley Cyrus' Part In 'Nothin' To Lose'
Tween music queen Miley Cyrus continues her campaign toward maturity, this time by doing a very un-Disney duet with Poison frontman Bret Michaels.
I completely believe Bret wrote that song years ago and it has nothing to do with chipmunk.I mean Miley. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Lady Gaga Adds European Tour Dates, Announces US Arena Tour
LADY GaGa must have been mistaken for a takeout order when she entered a Chinese restaurant in London on the weekend.
The American pop star arrived for dinner on a night off from her tour wearing an even more outlandish outfit than her usual stage attire. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Kate Gosselin to Compete on Dancing With the Stars: Report
It would be a sad sight.'''
Even if she's on the show, she'll just end up showing her true colors anyway, which aren't nice. (I know, all the Kate lovers will not like me saying that, but from my perspective, she's not a nice person.) More...

Mar-01-2009 -- 'The Bachelor' couple Molly Malaney and Jason Mesnick get married
The most controversial couple from the recent history of ABC's "The Bachelor" finally married on Saturday, and they did so in the pouring rain, ABC sources confirm to Access Hollywood.
Quite a few famous faces watched Molly walked down the aisle to "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," including Jillian Harris, Ed Swiderski, Charlie O'Connell, Ryan and Trista Sutter and Evangeline Lilly. More...

Monday

Mar-01-2009 -- Businessman held on $1-million bail in supergraphic case
LOS ANGELES - A man alleged to have put up a large, "supergraphic" advertisement in violation of Los Angeles city law was arrested and held on $1 million bail over the weekend.
A woman who answered a phone listed in Setareh's name declined to discuss the case but said the arrest had been "a shock to the whole family." More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Purim: Jewish residents celebrate spirit of happiness, joy
With Achashverosh's permission, Haman was set to hang Mordechai and exterminate the Jews of the kingdom.
After another player, Mordechai, refused to bow, Haman asked Coach King to kick Morde-chai and all the Jews off the team and out of baseball. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- The Bachelor's Chris Harrison: Jake Is 'Very Much In Love'
As for the crying? Well, perhaps Jake is just more in touch with his emotions than most.
Two days away from the highly-anticipated finale of " The Bachelor ," host Chris Harrison is sharing exactly how he feels about some of the tabloid rumors floating around out there. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Brooke Mueller Moves Rehab Team into Her Home
Denise Richards will testify against Charlie Sheen, her former husband and father of their two daughters, if subpoenaed by Colorado law enforcement.
Denise will testify about an alleged incident that is quite similar to Brooke Mueller 's allegations. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- FILM REVIEW: 'The Crazies' taps into our fear of infection
Good new horror is hard to find and recent remakes have been totally hit-or-miss.
After several accounts of "man goes crazy, kills someone, then sits and stares" pattern, the sheriff knows something's up. More...

Mar-01-2009 -- Dolce & Gabbana get emotional
Chris Moore/Karl Prouse The Dolce & Gabbana show had an edge of Italian craftsmanship and Sicilian spirit.
Called 'Sartorialita, Sicilianita, Sensualita', the collection, for next autumn/winter, revisited the brand's signatures of tailoring, corsetry, leopard and rose-print, and the age-old black garb of the Sicilian woman, updated in knits, lightweight silks and stretch fabrics. More...

Sunday (Update 1)

Feb-28-2009 -- Brittany Murphy May Have Taken 109 Vicodin in 11 Days
The Los Angeles Coroner's Office released the full autopsy report for Brittany Murphy on Thursday, which revealed new details surrounding her death and drug use. RadarOnline.com has all the details.
A day after that report was released a website claimed that 109 pills were missing when only 44 should have been taken, per the prescription guideline. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Carly Simon reveals 'You're So Vain' clue
Carly Simon has ended nearly 40 years of speculation by finally naming the man who inspired her hit You're So Vain - her target was gay record label boss David Geffen.
The singer, who has remained mum''for the past''38 years over the subject's identity,''told Uncut magazine that the name refers to a former lover. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Morgan can't bail out this comedy
The movie's got an original plot, but little else to make it stand out.
Perhaps the most telling change, however, is one that occurred between the debut of Cop Out's trailer and the release of the film yesterday. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- American Idol: The First Four Gone Meet The Press
It's never easy making it all the way through Hollywood Week and then getting the boot after your first performance as one of American Idol's Top 24 , but Season 9’s early exits were pretty accepting and gracious.
Joe Mu''''oz was eliminated, too. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Turning a 10-Cent Comic Book Into a Million Bucks
J.C. Vaughn, associate publisher of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide, said most people had predicted it would be the comics with the first appearance of Superman and Batman that broke the $1 million barrier.
Shirrel Rhoades, former publisher and executive vice-president of Marvel Comics, told ABC News that the two sales will probably keep prices buoyant. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- 'Lockergate'?: Producer apologizes for e-mails
Nicolas Chartier sent out a message to industry colleagues on Friday (19Feb10) urging Academy members to vote for the gritty war movie in the Best Picture category before the ballot closes on 2 March (10).
The decision to include more movies in the Best Picture category is due in no small part to the fact that many people were incensed by the exclusion of The Dark Knight from last year's crop of five nominees. More...

Sunday

Feb-28-2009 -- Jim Carrey's daughter Jane gives birth to baby boy named Jackson Riley Santana
Funny man Jim Carrey may only be 47, but he'''s already joined the grandparents club.
Welcome to the world! Baby Jackson Riley Santana is Jim Carrey's grandson. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- American Idol: The First Four Gone Meet The Press
It's never easy making it all the way through Hollywood Week and then getting the boot after your first performance as one of American Idol's Top 24 , but Season 9’s early exits were pretty accepting and gracious.
Park showed early potential and could improve. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Ozzy Osbourne fan arrested after officers see him smoking marijuana at book ...
Over at New Times Broward-Palm Beach sister blog the Juice , we find that heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne is to join the illustrious company of Miami's own Pitbull as a recipient of a city's key.
Osbourne's lawyer, Howard Shire, countered, calling that agreement a "red herring" that was "repudiated" when the singer rejoined Sabbath in 1997 and took over "quality control" of the band's merchandise, tours (including Ozzfest headlining runs) and recordings. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire
The 41st NAACP Image Awards honored Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire with six awards on Friday night, where it was clearly the favorite to win in all of the motion picture categories. (Similarly, Tyler Perry's House of Payne swept most of the television categories.)
Acceptance speeches varied from the long-winded (the orchestra attempted to cut off Lee Daniels twice), to the emotional (a crying Sidibe), to the touching (paralyzed "Brothers" star Mitchell said, "As long as you all got legs, I'm going to always walk"). More...

Feb-28-2009 -- Bakery voluntarily pulls lemon Girl Scout cookies
First it's a Toyota recall.
According to the Girl Scouts USA Web site, the organization received complaints involving the Lemon Chalet Creams. More...

Feb-28-2009 -- 'A Prophet' sweeps Cesar French film awards
Filmmaker Jacques Audiard is one of France's exports--along with Pierre Morel, Jean Pierre-Jeunet and Olivier Assayas--who has found a way to break out of what is commonly expected from French films, delving into genre territories but giving their American influences a distinctively original twist.
Malik was not meant for our love, and Mr. Rahim'''s performance, while strong, is purposefully not flashy, as movie outlaws often are. More...

Saturday (Update 1)

Feb-27-2009 -- 'Idol' exit Q&A: Tyler Grady on mixed signals and that famous bathrobe
Hopefuls Janell Wheeler, Ashley Rodriguez, Joe Munoz and Tyler Grady were booted off the U.S. TV talent show after receiving the fewest votes from viewers.
Grady, a 20-year-old Temple University student, had a tough semifinal round. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Batman, Superman comic books set records for sale price
A copy of Detective Comics #37, Batman's first appearance in a comic book, colored bright yellow and dated 1939, has sold at a Dallas auction for a whopping $1.075 million.
Action Comics #1, which debuted in 1938, marked the first appearance of Superman. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- The Bachelor's Chris Harrison: Jake Is 'Very Much In Love'
As for the crying? Well, perhaps Jake is just more in touch with his emotions than most.
Pavelka will choose between Vienna and Tenley on a trip to St Lucia during the finale, to be shown next week. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- U2 rock all the way to the bank
Washington, Feb 27 : Irish superstars U2 are music industrys top money makers after raking in more than 108 million dollars in 2009.
Our figures do not include revenue from merchandise sales, sponsorships, synchronization deals and songwriter performance royalties. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Jim Carrey's daughter Jane gives birth to baby boy named Jackson Riley Santana
Funny man Jim Carrey may only be 47, but he'''s already joined the grandparents club.
Jane is going to be a great mum," said the 'Yes Man' actor. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Jacques Audiard's films reflect reality
Filmmaker Jacques Audiard is one of France's exports--along with Pierre Morel, Jean Pierre-Jeunet and Olivier Assayas--who has found a way to break out of what is commonly expected from French films, delving into genre territories but giving their American influences a distinctively original twist.
What I do is I write new scenes for the rehearsals; I don't use scenes that are in the script, I write other scenes. More...

Saturday

Feb-27-2009 -- Exclusive: Randy Bailey talks about 'Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains'
On last night'''s Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains, Jerri called former winner Parvati a '''virus.'''
Every night so far, Russell and Parvati have shared some bamboo, leading Rob not to trust Russell.'' More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Music's Top 40 Money Makers
For the first time, Billboard's annual Money Makers ranking, which is the most comprehensive report card of its kind, is based on the artist's share of revenue as opposed to total dollars generated by each artist in the ranking.
Billboard compiles the list from monies earned through tours, CD and digital sales, publishing royalties and more. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Brittany Murphy Autopsy Yields No Drug Abuse Evidence
The Los Angeles Coroner's Office released the full autopsy report for Brittany Murphy on Thursday, which revealed new details surrounding her death and drug use. RadarOnline.com has all the details.
Vicodin, which was found in elevated levels in Murphy's body, is a widely abused prescription drug. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Simon vs. Ellen -- 'American Idol' Drama? Unbuttoned shirts!
The "American Idol" contestants on the receiving end of Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi and Ellen DeGeneres' many critiques aren't the only ones with bones to pick against the show's judges acclaimed R&B singer Patti LaBelle thinks they should hold their tongues, too.
Simon has acid tongue. He is so stupid.I do not mean why he says positive things even if he hates the performances but he is a judge and he might hate it. to me the guys song is not that much bad. he did what he did.people can make bad performance today and might make good performance the other day. so, he should consider this instead of making people down. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- 'Green Zone': An Iraq war movie with a 'Bourne' feel
Matt Damon hit the red carpet on Thursday night in support of his new film, 'Green Zone,' and he spoke out against places like Sea World that keep animals in captivity.
What might be exhilarating for actors and energizing for screenwriters, though, are the very things that steer studio executives toward antidepressants. More...

Feb-27-2009 -- Brazilian Government Protests "Sensual" Paris Hilton Ads
Rio De Janeiro, Feb 26 (THAINDIAN NEWS) Brazil'''s Secretariat for Women'''s Affairs says that Paris Hilton is giving blondes a bad name.
Furthermore Paris isn't nude or something, or else dressing in a swimming suit prepared of beer spume. More...

Friday (Update 1)

Feb-26-2009 -- On Johnny Cash's Birthday, A Look Back At His Final Interview
To celebrate the birthday of Johnny Cash, who would've turned 78 today, American Recordings and his family are encouraging fans to wear black in honor of the singer universally known as "The Man in Black."
At the time of the interview, Cash was no stranger to death. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Tyler returns for Aerosmith tour
The band made the announcement Thursday.
Tyler, in crazy stage attire, Slash-like hat and shades, told fans, "We're coming your way and rocking your world! Look out because here we come." More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Thom Yorke's Supergroup To Tour In April
Through Radiohead's official blog, Dead Air Space, Thom let the world know the good news.
In a brief note posted on Radiohead's Web site ( radiohead.com ), Mr. Yorke announced that group's name, Atoms for Peace, and that it would play a series of American shows leading up to the Coachella festival in California on April 18. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Black Eyed Peas make history again on US chart
The Black Eyed Peas' The E.N.D. is now the first album since Wilson Phillips' 1990 self-titled album to spawn three Hot 100-topping singles, Reuters reports , with "Imma Be" joining "Boom Boom Pow" and "I Gotta Feeling" as Number One singles.
Songs that have a serious tone come from me sitting alone with my journal and digi recorder. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- "Cop Out" sets sights on "Shutter Island"
Martin Scorsese's latest film will take you a few days to figure out what happened and how you feel about it.
If most of the film seems like Scorsese's "The Shining," the ending reveals the powerful influence of Hitchcock's "Vertigo" and adds a meta-layer to the film that practically demands a second viewing. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Rolling Stones unearth 10 new tracks for reissue
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Rolling Stones, who have long resisted releasing archival material, will include 10 previously unheard songs in an upcoming reissue of "Exile on Main Street," the group's representatives said on Thursday.
The disc also features alternate versions of '''Soul Survivor''' and '''Loving Cup." More...

Friday

Feb-26-2009 -- 'A Prophet'
Filmmaker Jacques Audiard is one of France's exports--along with Pierre Morel, Jean Pierre-Jeunet and Olivier Assayas--who has found a way to break out of what is commonly expected from French films, delving into genre territories but giving their American influences a distinctively original twist.
"When you make a two and a half hour film, everything is longer, the editing, the sound editing. everything is longer," Bidegain confirmed. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Woman sues rapper 50 Cent over sex tape
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. ''' 50 Cent is being sued by a Florida woman who claims the rapper edited himself into her homemade sex tape and posted it online, according to the Associated Press.
"The video has been viewed by millions including by persons in New York," Leviston's attorneys said in court documents. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Levi Johnston ordered to pay child support for son he had with Sarah Palin's ...
Kristiansen approved child support for Palin retroactive to the day the child was born.
Palin and Johnston, a current Playgirl cover model, broke up shortly after Tripp's birth in December 2008. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Baldwin Warms up Ahead of His Oscar Co-Hosting Gig
Now, cohost Alec Baldwin jokes that the March 7 broadcast will be "very metrosexualized."
Alec did have one Oscar forecast: Expect wardrobe changes for himself and co-host Steve at the glittering film ceremony on March 7. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Fallout from Charlie Sheen's rehab stint: Will CBS sue?
"As a preventative measure, Charlie Sheen has entered a rehabilitation facility.
Standard language allows employers to alter or terminate an employee's deal for bad behavior that harms the production. More...

Feb-26-2009 -- Cameron Douglas Denied Bail in Federal Drug-Dealing Case
Michael Douglas' actor son Cameron will remain in jail until he is sentenced for drug charges in April after a New York judge denied him bail.
The Judge made the right call. More...

Thursday (Update 1)

Feb-25-2009 -- The Crazies'
IF YOU'RE GOING TO SEE one remake of a 1970s horror flick this year. no seriously, you could do so much worse than The Crazies.
For the remake, director Breck Eisner (Sahara) and screenwriters Scott Kosar and Ray Wright have kept the key elements of Romero's scenario, including the U.S. military's heavy-handed attempt to contain the virus it accidentally unleashed, while largely doing away with the speechifying that drags down the original (sorry, Mr. Romero). More...

Feb-25-2009 -- CBS signs Chief Executive Moonves through 2015
"Leslie is a superb executive who has led CBS to a position of unparalleled leadership in the industry," CBS Corp. chairman Sumner Redstone said in announcing the deal.
In 2008 Moonves received a bonus of $9.5 million. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- CBS CEO Moonves Gets New Five-Year Deal
Maybe! Deadline's Mike Fleming reports that Marvel and director Joe Johnston's wish list for the star of their upcoming Captain America movie includes: The Office's John Krasinski, Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford, Friday Night Lights ' Scott Porter, Cloverfield's Mike Vogel, Privileged's Michael Cassidy, Brothers ' Patrick Flueger, and Tron Legacy's Garrett Hedlund.
Marvel is apparently driving a hard bargain on salary, offering just $300,000 to everyone except established stars like Crawford and Krasinski. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- The Long Road To 'Captain America' Casting
Maybe! Deadline's Mike Fleming reports that Marvel and director Joe Johnston's wish list for the star of their upcoming Captain America movie includes: The Office's John Krasinski, Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford, Friday Night Lights ' Scott Porter, Cloverfield's Mike Vogel, Privileged's Michael Cassidy, Brothers ' Patrick Flueger, and Tron Legacy's Garrett Hedlund.
I love John Krasinski, but I cannot see him as Captain America. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Chris Brown Says Tiger Woods Deserves A Second Chance
"I think people always deserve a second chance."
Like, I'm an entertainer, I'm a performer People make mistakes I support him. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Tim Urban should 'Apologize' after that performance
More details are coming to light about circumstances surrounding Chris Golightly's dismissal from "American Idol's" Top 24.
Simon Cowell was in a particularly nasty mood on Wednesday night's American Idol, which featured performances by the Top 12 guys. More...

Thursday

Feb-25-2009 -- Bigelow vs. Cameron in historic Oscar race
Avatar is the highest grossing film in the history of Hollywood earning $2.5 billion from box office sales worldwide, which could be making Matt Damon and Jake Gyllenhaal a little mad.
I can look through the niceties of the Hollywood screen and see the idealogoues putting forth their warped, twisted agendas. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Sade Leads Pop Chart for Second Week
Following Sade at #2 is Lady Antebellum's Need You Now with 144,000 sold.
The British band's first album in almost 10 years, "Soldier of Love," sold 190,000 copies during the week ended February 21, according to Nielsen SoundScan. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Leif Garrett Pleads Not Guilty in Heroin Case
The other thing we'll be paying attention tonight is Ellen DeGeneres' debut on the live show.
Plus, the vocals aren't really all that great. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Garrett 'pleads not guilty to drug charge'
The other thing we'll be paying attention tonight is Ellen DeGeneres' debut on the live show.
Paige Miles kicked it off with the Free classic '''All Right Now.''' More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Leif Garrett Pleads Not Guilty To Felony Drug Possession
The other thing we'll be paying attention tonight is Ellen DeGeneres' debut on the live show.
After what seems to be generally considered a weak start from what was billed as a strong lineup of women, it's time to see if the men can do any better. More...

Feb-25-2009 -- Leif Garrett Pleads Not Guilty to Felony Drug Charge
The other thing we'll be paying attention tonight is Ellen DeGeneres' debut on the live show.
"I don't think tonight you took a risk," Simon said, referring to the attention-grabbing cover of Paula Abdul's "Straight Up" that made Garcia's mark in Hollywood. More...

Wednesday (Update 1)

Feb-24-2009 -- Kiefer Sutherland Cleared to Shoot 24 Again
Kiefer Sutherland returns to '24' set Monday.
Sutherland, 43, was forced to stop filming the hit Fox show in order to undergo surgery to treat a cyst that ruptured near his kidney. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- 'Idol' Judges Admire Unique Female Semifinalists
LOS ANGELES (AP) - "American Idol" semifinalist Lilly Scott impressed the judges last night as she played the guitar during her original take on The Beatles' "Fixing a Hole."
"I think we are lucky you decided to audition for 'Idol' and be here," beamed Ellen DeGeneres. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Cablevision Unveils PC To TV Transfer Service
Content from your PC or the Internet travels in real-time up through the Cablevision network and then gets sent back down to the television, through the set-top box.
Cablevision is set to trial a new concept service in New York, where it serves 3 million homes. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Matt Damon, Jake Gyllenhaal Turned Down Avatar
Not that being an Oscar winner means anything anymore, but I digress.
The title of the Oscar-nominated movie is a quasi-military term that gives a sense of just how much damage a bomb can have. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Kristen Stewart Says BAFTA Nomination, Win Was 'Crazy'
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart became the most sought after and talked about couple since their first on-screen pairing in the movie "Twilight".
Adding:''' We can'''t arrive at the same time because of the fans. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Cinemas reject Disney 3D movie
A s Alice would say, the controversy surrounding the major international release of Disney's DIS-N Alice in Wonderland next week is growing "curiouser and curiouser."
In ''Alice in Wonderland,'' Burton's new interpretation of the Lewis Carroll classic (opening March 5), almost all of the scenes were done in front of ''green screens'' with the myriad fantastical backgrounds added later, thanks to state-of-the-art 3-D computer imagery. More...

Wednesday

Feb-24-2009 -- Must-Read Comics, as Picked by Wired.com Readers
A rare copy of the first Superman comic sold in New York for a record $1 million.
The book contains the first appearance of Superman. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- 'My Life As Liz' Star On Snooki: 'I Got To Touch Her Poof!'
SEASIDE HEIGHTS -- A man who says he was beaten during an episode of MTV's "Jersey Shore" reality show has lost his bid to stop the release of a video depicting the incident.
How can we miss you if you never go away? The show has been off the air for a month now, yet every new day seems to bring another "Exclusive!" interview with our beloved juiceheads in which we hear them dodge the question that everyone wants to know: Namely, where will they be filming the show's second season? This morning, the castmates showed up on The View to promote the recent DVD release of the show's first season. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Lilly Scott's 'Fixing A Hole': The Story Behind The Cover
Simon totally agrees and adds "pageanty."
Well, yes. She is live in the studio. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Morgantown devours National Pancake Day
In honor of the holiday that celebrates flour and syrup IHOP Restaurants nationwide will offer each guest a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes in an effort to raise awareness and funds for Children's Miracle Network and other local charities.
Until 10 p.m. tonight, diners can enjoy a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes courtesy of IHOP. For every stack of pancakes served, IHOP guests are invited to make a donation to Gillette, Minnesota's only Children's Miracle Network-affiliated hospital. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- PEN/Faulkner Award finalists are announced
The prize for American fiction was created 30 years by a group of writers.
Whitehead is the recipient of a prestigious MacArthur "Genius" Fellowship. More...

Feb-24-2009 -- Leno Faces a Tough Late-Night Comeback
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sarah Palin, Simon Cowell and the cast of Jersey Shore will be among the first guests on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
The cosmic combo of a cheeky eyebrow raise, the grasp of Jay's meaty paw on the clutch, and the carefree California highway air is more than enough get the job done. More...

Tuesday (Update 1)

Feb-23-2009 -- Ellen is hit with "Idol" fans, Garcia early favorite
Today we're telling you to watch American Idol Season 9 Episode 13 online or on your TV Screen at home, because it is a key episode on the American Idol TV show and one of the more fun episodes to date.
The Top 12 female semifinalists take the American Idol stage for the first time to perform live for the judges and for the nation. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Judge refuses to block release of "Jersey Shore" DVD box set
A New Jersey man who says he was beaten during an episode of MTV's reality show "Jersey Shore" has lost his bid to stop the release of a video depicting it.
Foster said Izzo hadn't met the burden of proof needed to obtain a temporary restraining order. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- 400-Plus Passengers Get Sick on Cruise
When Celebrity Eclipse - the third in Celebrity Cruises' stylish Solstice Class fleet of ships - launches in April, guests will find the first "Celebrity iLounge."
Celebrity'''s Solstice Class comprises beautiful new ships full of innovative features and 2010 is an exciting year as the first three of these incredible ships will be based in Europe with Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Equinox offering a range of itineraries from Rome and Barcelona and Celebrity Eclipse sailing direct from Southampton after her launch in April. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Undead and American: Cash Is Back
Johnny Cash's American VI is the last recording by the country great, made in the final months of his life in 2003.
As a document, it presents a telling end to a life, but it cries for a larger context. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Brooke Mueller changes rehab center after privacy breach
Brooke Mueller and Charlie Sheen at the Emmy Awards on September 20, 2009.
How does that happen?'' Easy when media outlets are hanging around, trying to get the inside story.'' More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Placido Domingo to undergo gastric surgery
LONDON (Reuters) - Spanish tenor Placido Domingo is to undergo "preventive surgery" after suffering abdominal pain while performing in Tokyo and is expected to be out of action for about six weeks, London's Royal Opera House said on Monday.
A Washington National Opera spokesman said Mr. Domingo remained "in close contact" with the company's team "at all times." More...

Tuesday

Feb-23-2009 -- Which Brokenhearted 'Bachelor' Babe Would Make the Best 'Bachelorette'?
Running into a jilted boyfriend or girlfriend is never easy for any of us, so tonight when Jake Pavelka faces 15 of the bachelorettes he sent packing when "The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love -- Women Tell All" airs, you would expect some trepidation, but the 31-year-old airline pilot says he wasn't nervous about facing the ladies.
Not even a full episode later. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Keeping Up with the Kardashians: The Movie?
As the ever-dueling duo posed on the red carpet before the Dash fashion show at Jet Nightclub at the Mirage Resort and Casino, no signs of drama were apparent.
I think Scott only wants to be around because of the show and sees dollar signs in Kourtney. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Matt Kemp throws Rihanna a surprise (and surprising) birthday party
The 'Rude Boy' singer was "shocked" by the bash put together by baseball player Matt Kemp in Phoenix, Arizona - where Kemp is currently training - as she was only expecting a small gathering of friends.
According to E!, the bash was a total surprise to Rihanna, who was only expecting a small get-together with a few close friends. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Dalai Lama has never heard of Tiger Woods
THE Dalai Lama commented on Tiger Woods' sex scandals this weekend, saying self-discipline was among Buddhism's highest values, after the golfer said he had strayed from his Buddhist faith.
Apologize, enter rehab (not necessarily in that order) and, most importantly, claim to be born again. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Gold Derby nuggets: OMG! Kristen & Taylor at the Oscars | Emmys for Betty ...
Last year the Oscar producers tried to get younger audiences to watch by having that Wolverine guy host and featuring Zac Efron in a dance number.
Lautner, Stewart, Cyrus and Efron will be all be joined by the previously announced Sean Penn, Kate Winslet and Penelope Cruz when the Oscars are handed out live Sun., Mar. 7 at 8:30PM ET. More...

Feb-23-2009 -- Ian McShane set for 'Pirates' sequel
Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides just took a turn for the better - Ian McShane is now locking in a deal to play the movie's villain, Blackbeard.
Then again, their story was pretty much told. More...

Monday (Update 1)

Feb-22-2009 -- 'The Amazing Race': Don't let the cowboy hats fool you
The teams had to go to to Santiago Chile.
I think the cowboys should have told jeff & jordan and the other team about the bus being at a different terminal. they were so far ahead of the other teams and it would have made friends out of 2 other teams that could help later. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- 'Big Love': A call to arms
Okay so to begin - we have to say we told you so.
Nicki is jolted by a doctor's news, but even more flummoxed by Adaleen's (Mary Kay Place) shocking revelation. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Abbey Road studios 'not for sale'
EMI has slapped a for sale tag on Abbey Road as it looks to dig itself out of heavy debts following the music company's 2007 leveraged buyout by private equity operation Terra Firma, according to the Financial Times.
In the confidential recommendation to ministers, seen by The Times, the organisation concluded: "The Abbey Road Studios warrant listing at Grade II for their outstanding cultural interest as the world's earliest purpose-built, and still the most famous, recording studios." More...

Feb-22-2009 -- `Clybourne Park' examines race and real estate
It pays for a dramatist to think like a broker.
''As in 2006's "The Pain and the Itch," Norris shows a great gift for storytelling, pacing and dialogue. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Rep Says Simon Cowell Is Happy - But Not Engaged
SIMON Cowell has denied he will give up his prized bachelorhood for new love Mezhgan Hussainy.
EIGHT YEARS ago, few Americans had even heard of Simon Cowell, a record company executive who'd recently branched out into television as a judge on a British show called "Pop Idol." More...

Feb-22-2009 -- 'Desperate Housewives' recap: A Gentle Touch
Airs Sunday, November 9, 2008.
Even poor Julie Benz, who yet again portrayed new-to-Wistera Lane-stripper-with-a-tiny-annoying-baby-voice Robin Gallagher and got top billing last night, couldn't make the low-rent story line work. More...

Monday

Feb-22-2009 -- Chinese Lunar New Year Parade and Celebration
Started in the 1860s by Chinese immigrants, San Francisco's two-week Lunar New Year Festival has grown to be the largest celebration of Asian culture outside Asia -- San Francisco being home to the largest urban population of Chinese outside of China.
You can enjoy the celebrations in cheap London hotels that are very inexpensive indeed. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Hilary Duff Engaged To Mike Comrie
It's official: Hilary Duff is engaged to her hockey player boyfriend Mike Comrie.
According to Yahoo News, Duff's reps announced that "the 29 year old hockey player popped the question while the couple was vacationing in Hawaii More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Draped to Be Shaped
Fashion week began in London today with nary a drop of rain a good omen in this city, which has been suffering the kind of winter you expect from England: gray and dreary.
The sartorial equivalent of colour blocking, this week's artful patchwork of materials in single pieces - such as the wool/fur numbers at both 3.1 Phillip Lim (above) and Jeremy Laing - mark a revived interest in fabric interplay. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Keeping Up with the Kardashians: Kourtney Clears Up Infidelity Rumors
Looks like they're standing strong! Regardless of the drama on their popular reality TV show, Kourtney Kardashian and her on-again-off-again beau Scott Disick are very much still 'on.' New parents to 2-month-old son Mason were spotted arriving at Jet nightclub in the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on Friday (February 19).
"Scott is my partner and we do everything together," Kardashian said before entering Las Vegas's Jet Nightclub. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- The Future of Black History
In America, different cultures have played a role in shaping the society in which we live.
Due to icy conditions at Sotterley Plantation in Hollywood, "Black History Celebration," which was originally scheduled for Feb. 6 and then rescheduled for Feb. 20, was canceled shortly before presstime. More...

Feb-22-2009 -- Westwood leads British day at London catwalks
Her show capped a gala day at London Fashion Week, with shows by Matthew Williamson, Jasper Conran and other top designers.
One-of-a-kind designer Vivienne Westwood Sunday night presented a gorgeous collection of autumn and winter outfits at London Fashion Week, then went backstage and told reporters she hopes people stop buying her clothes. More...

Sunday (Update 1)

Feb-21-2009 -- Viva Elvis -- Theater Review
LAS VEGAS — Three decades after Elvis Presley took his last bow on the Las Vegas Strip, where he once reigned as king, the magicians of Cirque du Soleil have tried to summon back the power of this supreme entertainer in a show titled, "Viva Elvis."
'Viva Elvis is the best musical show ever in Las Vegas. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Kristen Stewart Says 'Twilight' Role Is Harder Than People Think
Sometimes it seems like Kristen Stewart is Michael Corleone in The Godfather: Part III : Just when she thinks she's out of Twilight, it pulls her back in.
"Twilight Saga: Eclipse" hits theaters on June 30,and its first movie trailer comes out with Robert Pattinson's "Remember Me" movie on March 12. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Sean Penn charged with misdemeanors in photographer case
LOS ANGELES, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Oscar-winner Sean Penn, as infamous for problems with paparazzi as he is famous for acting, has been charged with two crimes after a run-in with a photographer last year and could face jail time if convicted, Los Angeles prosecutors said on Friday.
Penn has the reputation of being a 'bad-boy' actor. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Chinese Lunar New Year Parade and Celebration
'''On New Year'''s Day, my family eats a traditional dinner together either at a restaurant or at home and the adults give children red envelopes filled with good luck money.
The Year of the Tiger began on Valentine's Day. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Survivors of The Station nightclub fire to attend memorial
Survivors of the Rhode Island nightclub fire that killed 100 people seven years ago plan to gather at the site today for a memorial service to mark the anniversary of the tragedy.
Last night Russo and the group of survivors and victims' family members were to meet at the Cowesett Inn in West Warwick, R.I., (across the street from the site of the fire) for the annual memorial on the day of the fire. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Ricky Gervais returns to episodic TV, covers everything from cursed mugs to ...
What makes Tim's endless suffering work as comedy - at times, anyway, as the show often features long dead spots in between the explosively funny moments - are two things.
Critics may snark that sticking cartoonish images onto podcasts recorded years ago hardly constitutes a significant new work. More...

Sunday

Feb-21-2009 -- Simon Cowell: My Replacement Has to Be Good-Looking
Simon Cowell says his "American Idol" replacement should have strong music industry experience -- and that doesn't mean Howard Stern.
Critics are raving about DeGeneres, everyone from MTV bloggers to The Washington Post. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Kristen Stewart Says 'Twilight' Role Is Harder Than People Think
Sometimes it seems like Kristen Stewart is Michael Corleone in The Godfather: Part III : Just when she thinks she's out of Twilight, it pulls her back in.
Kristen Stewart stars as Joan Jett and Dakota Fanning as Cherie Currie in this biopic film based on Currie's book, "Neon Angel," that chronicles "The Runaways" from 1975 - 1977 as they rose to fame as the first all-girl rock band to break into the world of arena-filling hard rock acts. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Conan live? Where do I buy my ticket?
CONAN O'Brien can't appear on TV until September, but he has a plan that would keep him in front of audiences: putting on a series of live theatrical shows.
Appearing on savvy shows like Diggnation and posting fun tweets worked well for Jimmy Fallon, and it would definitely do the same for Conan. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Ricky Gervais returns to episodic TV, covers everything from cursed mugs to ...
What makes Tim's endless suffering work as comedy - at times, anyway, as the show often features long dead spots in between the explosively funny moments - are two things.
Critics may snark that sticking cartoonish images onto podcasts recorded years ago hardly constitutes a significant new work. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Comrie to wed Hilary Duff
It's official: Hilary Duff is engaged to her hockey player boyfriend Mike Comrie.
Hilary Duff is engaged to hockey player Mike Comrie, a source close to Duff has confirmed to E! News. More...

Feb-21-2009 -- Superhero showdown
I had the chance to attend a screening of the new DC Comics direct to DVD animated film, Justice League: Crisis On Two Earths.
Then we took a look at it and, with just a few slight tweaks, we jumped at the chance to make it a DC Universe movie. More...

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