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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Nicole Richie and Joel Madden at Bondi Beach in AustraliaHilary Duff at the National Kidney Foundation galaSelma Blair and Debra Messing at the Tribeca premiere of Purple VioletsKate Moss modeling her clothing line in a Topshop windowKirsten Dunst at the Today showGinnifer Goodwin and Elijah Wood at the Tribeca premiere of Day ZeroSarah Michelle Gellar and

Courtney to auction off Kurt's stuff

Courtney Love plans to sell former husband Kurt Cobain's belongings, twelve years after the Nirvana frontman committed suicide. "I'm going to have a Christie's auction," Love told spinner.com. "[My house] is like a mausoleum. My daughter doesn't need to inherit a giant Hefty bag full of flannel f***ing shirts. A sweater, a guitar and the lyrics to Teen Spirit - that's what my daughter gets. And

Ellen to do show from bed

Ellen Degeneres hurt her back so badly over the weekend that she will be doing her show from a hospital bed this week. The popular host has had to reschedule a planned show from a Delta Airlines flight later this week, and was also forced to cancel a charity event in Chicago on Saturday. Guests for the week include Lindsay Lohan and Ryan Seacrest.source

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London goes nuts for Kate Moss's Topshop collection - ICYDKTom and Katie step out for dinner with Brooke - Just JaredMadonna's got a new 'do - MollyGoodShirley Manson hits the stage and sings with Gwen Stefani - PopbytesMore celebs at Coachella - DlistedBritney's date with Howie Day - PopsugarInside Posh & Becks' new home - I'm Not ObsessedPregnant Jaime Pressly hits the club scene - TMZAngelina

Britney's secret gig canceled

Britney Spears's secret comeback gig has been postponed. The singer had been working hard for a gig at Forty Deuce in LA last Wednesday, but canceled at the last minute. "She wants to get back to performing on a small scale before she gets back in front of a big crowd," says a source of Spears's choice of venue for the show. Details are not known about the cause of the cancellation, but insiders

Elisabeth is pregnant; Roseanne suggested as co-host

More news from The View... Co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck announced this morning that she is pregnant with her second child. "Like, I'm totally three months pregnant," Hasselbeck said on today's show. "I figured that we're going to be lonely without you," she said to fellow host Rosie O'Donnell. "So, Tim and I thought we should get busy and maybe make a little co-host." Hasselbeck and her husband,

Young actress welcomes daughter

Australian actress Keisha Castle-Hughes and her boyfriend welcomed a daughter last week, according to her rep. Castle-Hughes caused a stir when her pregnancy was announced as she was only 16 at the time. Now 17, she and her 20-year-old boyfriend have been dating for three years and live in New Zealand. Felicity-Amore was born on Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. weighing 7 lb, 6 oz. At 13, Castle-Hughes was

Boy George arrested for assaulting gay escort

80s popstar Boy George (whose real name is George O'Dowd) has been arrested in charges of assault and false imprisonment in London after a male escort told police he was grabbed and chained to a wall in the singer's apartment. The escort told a British newspaper he was invited to O'Dowd's home after meeting on a gay website and agreed to pose for photos in kinky outfits for $890. O'Dowd and

Britney caught speeding

Britney Spears was stopped by police on Friday night on Sunset Boulevard. "She was pulled over for speeding," a Beverly Hills police sergeant confirmed. "She was warned about her speed and let go. She was not cited." Spears has been working hard on her comeback album, with frequent visits to the Millennium Dance Complex in LA and trips to the studio to work with producer (and brief fling) JR

Lindsay confesses love for paparazzi

While Lindsay Lohan seems to have tamed her problems with alcohol, she admits she has another addiction: shopping. "I talk about my impulses with my therapist - I have a shopping problem," the actress told Nylon mag. She also revealed that she kinda likes the paparazzi: "I get embarrassed about the paparazzi if I'm in a chic restaurant, or when I was in the AA meetings... I feel really

Natalie endorses loan programs

Natalie Portman is lending her star status to support microloans. The Star Wars actress has been working with FINCA International, an organization that provides small loans to people in developing countries. Portman described meeting young mothers who only had access to low-paying jobs working in poor conditions and says, "And then they're able to get a loan and start their own business out of

Weekend pics

(click on thumbnails for larger images)Cameron Diaz and Drew Barrymore at the Coachella music festLindsay Lohan, Mischa Barton and Tara Reid at CoachellaChristina Applegate and Kate Bosworth at the opening of the Duo GrandBritney Spears shopping in LAPink, Fergie, Nicole Richie and Kristin Cavalleri at the MTV Australia AwardsMarcia Cross and her husband out with their twin daughtersKate Bosworth

SJP takes digs at Gwen and young Hollywood

Sarah Jessica Parker took a dig at fellow celebrity designer Gwen Stefani while promoting her new fashion line, Bitten. Parker described Stefani's work as "much more avante-garde, definitely high fashion" to Glamour mag and added, "I don't want to do that for women, because that's not their lives... You're going to be able to buy $200 worth of clothes, leave that store with six bags and be able

Jennifer Love Hewitt sued

Ghost Whisperer actress Jennifer Love Hewitt is being sued by her former management company over claims she owes them for brokering her seven-year contract with the show. The suit, filed yesterday in LA, alleges Hewitt's career had stalled before the show and that the management company brought her "back to national prominence as a television star." The company claims Hewitt paid them in full for

Mary-Kate and Ashley's pricey clothing line

The first pictures of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's new clothing line, The Row, have been released. The collection carries hefty price tags, with a $3,220 Tuscan lamb-fur coats, $1,700 cashmere tuxedo jackets, $875 strapless dresses and $360 legging-style pants. The mini-moguls have been keeping details about the line secret, not even allowing journalists to attend the collection preview in Paris

Larry Birkhead cashes in on fame

It seems there's a strong motivation behind Larry Birkhead's multiple appearances on Access Hollywood and other NBC shows - the former photographer reportedly signed a secret $1 million deal with the network. According to an insider, Birkhead inked a contract with NBC Universal shortly after the funeral of ex-girlfriend Anna Nicole Smith. "NBC Universal has an exclusive contract with Larry

Pam takes over for Carmen in Vegas show

Pamela Anderson will replace fellow bombshell Carmen Electra as a special guest in a new magic show at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Vegas. The news comes after Electra announced that she would be with the show for three months at a press conference last week. Seems as if the former Pussycat Doll spoke too soon, however, and had to pull out for "scheduling reasons," according to the

Posh and Becks find LA home

Victoria and David Beckham have finally found a "house" in LA. The multimillion dollar home is "modern, airy, very light and spacious with lots of windows," says a source. "It still needs a bit of work inside." The deal is nearly finalized, but the source says Victoria Beckham is due to land in LA today to sign off on the contract. "She will meet with interior designers, discuss fixtures and all

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Angelina Jolie heading to the Tribeca Film Fest premiere of A Place in TimeNicole Richie at the MTV Australia AwardsChristina Ricci, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Julia Stiles and Diane Kruger at Tribeca Film Fest eventsHilary Duff leaving PilatesJessica Alba at the Coachella music festBritney Spears outside the Millenium Dance ComplexKirsten Dunst at the Paris

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Jake Gyllenhaal makes a hot uncle - DlistedFrugal-Fashionista does Jessica AlbaScarlett Johansson will make her singing debut at Coachella - Us magICYDK has candids of Kirsten Dunst shopping in ParisWill there be a Mr. & Mrs. Smith 2? - PopbytesPaula Abdul makes another confused TV appearance - TMZKate Bosworth looks surprisingly okay in a bikini - I'm Not ObsessedKate Hudson heads out solo in

Britney planning three live shows next week

It turns out Britney Spears has been working overtime on her body for good reason: the popstar is reportedly doing three shows next week. "Britney will be playing the House of Blues in San Diego on May 1st, Anaheim on May 2nd, as well as the House of Blues on Sunset Strip on May 3rd. She is going under the band name The M+M's," says a message posted on breatheheavy.com. In other Spears news,

Jenna Elfman defends TomKat

Scientologist actress Jenna Elfman is defending Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes's relationship amid reports that the couple's five-month marriage is not a happy one. "Honestly, they're happy," says the pregnant actress. "They have a great life and they love each other. For some reason, the media cannot experience that. They must put in things other than the simplicity of it." Elfman says recent

Posh and Becks upset over leak of photos

Victoria and David Beckham are reportedly upset with design guru Ralph Lauren after finding out he had sent photos of their sons to the press. Paparazzi pictures of Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham wearing Ralph Lauren duds at the christening of Geri Halliwell's daughter circulated the tabloids without the Beckhams' approval. "Neither of them gave their consent for this - as far as they were concerned

Angelina in Washington

Angelina Jolie appeared in Washington yesterday in support of an orphans advocacy group pushing for more U.S. aid for education in developing countries. Looking a little tired, the mother of four helped open the Washington headquarters of the Global Action for Children advocacy group. "This is a happy day because it is not often enough that these children are represented in this town," Jolie said

Cameron runs from photogs

Cameron Diaz was disturbed by the paparazzi on a recent shopping excursion in NYC. The Holiday actress ran out of SoHo hotspot Lounge when a group of photogs snuck in the back door. "She was enjoying a peaceful day of shopping for some new summer dresses, jewelry and shoes when they surrounded her," said a spy. "Cameron totally freaked out, screamed and dropped the items she was going to buy and

Hugh wins lawsuit

Hugh Grant won a suit against a British newspaper publisher over stories published in February making false claims about his relationships with ex-girlfriends Elizabeth Hurley and Jemina Khan. The About a Boy actor accepted an undisclosed amount in damages and plans to donate the money to a local cancer charity, according to his lawyer. One story alleged that Grant's relationship with Khan ended

Out and about

(click on thumbnails for larger images)Britney Spears outside Millenium Dance Studios with her boys***At the Us Hot Hollywood event:Carmen Electra, Ashlee Simpson, Jennifer LopezLindsay Lohan, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Ali Larter***Laura Prepon out with a friend at Griffith Park in LAKirsten Dunst at the Stockholm premiere of Spider-Man 3source 1, source 2, source 3

Sandra's husband targeted by crazed fan

Sandra Bullock's husband was attacked by a woman obsessed with the actress at the couple's Orange County home on Sunday morning. Police say that the woman "attempted three or four times to run Jesse James over with her silver Mercedes" while Bullock and James's 10-year-old son watched in horror and then "laid in the driveway and wouldn't move." Luckily, James was not hit during the incident. The

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Justin brings Sexy...Wax? - DlistedFrugal-Fashionista does Christina Ricci and dishes on the new hippiePamela Anderson's back in her red swimsuit - ICYDKNew celeb feud...Nelly Furtado and Fergie - PopbytesIs Britney tipping off the paparazzi? - PopsugarColin Farrell in Italy with a mystery babe - TMZCelebs vs. the paparazzi - I'm Not ObsessedBecks gets a new 'do - Us mag

Spidey's entourage

Spider-Man doesn't travel light. Sources say actor Tobey Maguire is traveling the world to promote the third installment of the Spider-Man series with an entourage of ten, including fiancee Jennifer Meyer, daughter Ruby and a personal chef. Maguire also demands "two cases of the water he likes, a rocking chair in his hotel bedroom, and a full-size refrigerator." A rep for the actor had no

Eve busted for DUI

Rapper and actress Eve was arrested for DUI early this morning after she plowed her Maserati into a median on Hollywood Boulevard. The incident occurred at 2:45 a.m. Thursday when Eve (whose real name is Eve Jeffers) totaled the front of her car on the center divider. Two other people were also in the car at the time. The rapper was released from LA County Jail after posting bail, but not before

Jessica Alba tops world's sexiest list

Jessica Alba has been voted the sexiest woman in the world in a poll by FHM mag. The top ten are... 1) Jessica Alba 2) Keeley Hazell 3) Eva Longoria 4) Adriana Lima 5) Scarlett Johansson 6) Hayden Panetierre 7) Cheryl Tweedy 8) Angelina Jolie 9) Emily Scoot 10) Elisha Cuthbert. Hayden Panetierre, really?source

Hugh Grant arrested for throwing baked beans

Hugh Grant has been arrested for throwing a container of baked beans at a paparazzo. "Kensington CID [Criminal Investigation Dept] launched an investigation about an alleged assault on a 43-year-old man following an incident...on the 24th of April at about 10 a.m.," says a rep for the London police. "At 7:30 p.m., a 46-year-old man was arrested in connection with the inquiry and taken to a

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Nicole Richie and Lindsay Lohan at the Armani Exchange sunglass launchBridget Moynahan shopping at Whole Foods in BrentwoodKirsten Dunst and James Franco at the Madrid premiere of Spider-Man 3Hayden Christensen with his brother and Rachel Bilson in LAKate Bosworth and Helena Christensen at the Food Bank of New York Can-Do Awards dinnerAvril Lavigne at a

Commotion at Hilary's Toronto appearance

Police were on the scene of Hilary Duff's appearance at MuchMusic yesterday in Toronto after a man in the crowd allegedly threatened to kill the popstar. During Duff's interview, an unidentified man started shouting in the crowd outside the studio and, according to a witness, threatened Duff's life. "The cops slammed his face into the pavement," said a photographer. "He was bleeding." A rep for

More romance rumors for Penelope

Penelope Cruz is fighting more romance rumors after she was seen holding hands with co-star Ben Kingsley on the set of their new movie. The May-December pair are playing down the fact that they were spotted holding hands between takes of Elegy. Kingsley is engaged to actress Daniela Lavender, and Cruz has recently been linked to Orlando Bloom and Josh Hartnett. "They really are just good friends,

The saga continues...

Alec Baldwin pre-taped a segment for The View today and said he asked NBC to let him out of his 30 Rock contract so he could devote time to the issue of "parental alienation," but the network refused. "If I never acted again I couldn't care less," Baldwin said in the appearance, scheduled to air Friday, and added that he also wanted to quit to prevent the sitcom and people who work from being "

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Did Tom order Katie to take Mommy classes? - DlistedLiv Tyler is a closet smoker - ICYDKPopbytes has the scoop on the new Pussycat DollLarry Birkhead has been given the go-ahead to take Dannielynn home - TMZJLo is Us mag's style icon of the yearHilary Duff does Much Music - PopsugarNicole Richie is looking much healthier - I'm Not ObsessedKirsten and Tobey do Spidey in Spain - Just Jared

No more actors for Kirsten

Kirsten Dunst is quite happy to be dating a musician, thank you very much - as long as he's not an actor. "I don't ever want to date another actor again," the Spider-Man 3 star tells Jane mag. "This quote is probably going to come back in my face, but I know someone who has a great saying: 'There are no actors, there are only actresses.' Sometimes creative people can be very dark and destructive.

Will Joe Simpson be Brit's new manager?

According to an inside source, Jessica Simpson's dad Joe is considering managing Britney Spears's career now that Spears has fired on-again/off-again manager Larry Rudolph. Simpson, who has managed the careers of both of his daughters, reportedly tried to set up a meeting with Spears over the weekend, although Jessica's rep denies it. Spears's rep has not commented.source

Jen and Vince's sleepover

Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston had a cozy reunion on Saturday night at Aniston's Hollywood Hills home. "Vince didn't leave until 5 pm the next day," an eyewitness said. A friend of the Friends alum says that if the former couple hooked up, "there's nothing wrong with it. She can trust him." And a Vaughn insider agrees: "It's no big deal if he stayed over. They are friends and can be friends

Alec Baldwin on The View this Friday

Also in View-related news, it has been announced that Alec Baldwin will appear on the show this Friday. After Rosie O'Donnell expressed sympathy for the actor earlier this week in relation to the public release of his anger-fueled voicemail to his daughter, Baldwin called O'Donnell and expressed an interest in doing a possible phone-in segment on parental alienation. The 30 Rock actor was

Rosie exits revolving door of The View

Rosie O'Donnell will be leaving her post as co-anchor on The View this June. On this morning's show, O'Donnell downplayed the announcement, insisting she had always only wanted to do a one-year stint. "I wanted one year, they wanted three years," she said of ABC. "It just didn't work. And that's showbiz, but it's not sad because I've loved it here and I love you guys and I'm not going away. I'm

Angelina requests name change for Pax

Angelina Jolie filed a petition in LA Superior Court last week to formally change her newly adopted son's name to Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt. Jolie states in court documents that she is "the sole adoptive parent of the child" and is requesting the name change "in order that her child's last name will incorporate and be combined with the last name of her partner and be the same as that of her other

Celebs donate auction items for Oxfam

Oxfam is hosting a celebrity and public auction to help raise funds for people suffering in Chad and the Darfur region of Sudan. Sienna Miller has donated a pair of shoes, Elton John has parted with a tailor-made Versace suit, and Helen Mirren has donated her script from her Oscar-winning performance in The Queen. "Try to imagine living in a tiny shelter made out of straw, dry branches and

Jennifer to pimp water

Jennifer Aniston is reportedly close to closing an endorsement deal with Glaceau water to be the face of their next global ad campaign. The Friends alum is expected to appear in ads for smartwater, an "electrolyte enhanced" bottled water. "Jen has a clean image and that's smartwater's whole image, so she's perfect for it," says an insider. No public comments have been issued from Aniston or the

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Victoria Beckham sort of admits to an eating disorder - DlistedFrugal-Fashionista does Eva Longoria and Cameron DiazKirsten Dunst and Bryce Dallas Howard in Jane mag - PopbytesICYDK has pics of TomKat's recent dinner dateMandy Moore steps out in NYC - PopsugarAnd Leo enjoys night life in LA - TMZBritney has her body back - Us magNew couple? Renee Zellweger and John Krasinski - I'm Not Obsessed

Mel B names daughter after Eddie

Spice girl alum Melanie Brown has named her new daughter after alleged father Eddie Murphy. Brown insists that Angel Iris Murphy Brown, born in LA in early April, was fathered by the comedian despite Murphy's claims to the contrary. Of the name, Brown said in a statement, "Angel, as she was my little angel through my pregnancy... Iris, as it's my grandma's name. Murphy, because he's the dad. And

Jonathan Rhys Meyers in rehab

Match Point actor Jonathan Rhys Meyers has checked himself into rehab, according to his rep. "After a non-stop succession of filming, Jonathan Rhys Meyers has entered an alcohol treatment program," his publicist said. "He felt a break was needed to maintain his recovery." Meyers most recently portrayed Henry VIII in Showtime's The Tudors, and recently wrapped the film August Rush with Keri

Paris and Lindsay's phone numbers leaked

Former beauty queen and Dancing with the Stars castoff Shanna Moakler reignited her feud with Paris Hilton over the weekend when she posted contact info for the heiress on her MySpace blog. Moakler listed what she says are the phone numbers and email addresses of Hilton and Lindsay Lohan, claiming one of the two published her own contact info on Lohan-ex Harry Morton's page. "I posted this blog

Britney hosting online photo contest

Britney Spears is holding a fantasy photo contest via her online fan club as a promotion for her new perfume, Midnight Fantasy. Spears is contacting club members through email lists and asking them to "sneak up on their friends and photograph them." To enter the contest, fans can submit photos to win a video iPod signed by the popstar. "Share what happens to you when the clock strikes 12... Where

Kirsten's guy opens up

Kirsten Dunst's new man opened up about his famous girlfriend at a press event for his band's new single. "I'm not hiding anything. We met in Los Angeles. We were hanging out at South by Southwest and we've been hanging out ever since," Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell told People mag. "I don't think there's any rules behind [dating in the public eye]. If you fall you fall. In life that's what

Heidi: before and after

Heidi Montag from the Hills... Before and after the boob and nose job.source

Out and about

(click on thumbnails for larger images)Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony in LondonJessica Simpson heading to a West Hollywood tanning salonAngelina Jolie out with pigtailsKirsten Dunst at the London premiere of Spider-Man 3Jake Gyllenhaal at a dog park with his dadJessica Alba, Katharine McPhee, Hilary Duff and Jewel at the Movieline Young Hollywood AwardsNaomi Watts and Liev Schreiber at the

Milla Jovovich expecting

Model, actress and designer Milla Jovovich and her fiance, producer Paul Anderson, are expecting their first child this fall. The couple met when Anderson directed Jovovich in Resident Evil in 2000 and announced their engagement in March 2003. "He got me an antique ring and he proposed four years ago but we broke up in between," Jovovich said earlier this month. "I was training for a film at the

Britney's bag on eBay

A bag reportedly once owned by Britney Spears is for sale on eBay. The listing has the following in its description: "This auction is for a stylish Marc Jacobs purse that was owned by Britney Spears. yes, Britney Spears owned and used this purse. The purse was original [sic] auctioned off four months ago by her sister Jamie Lynn to help raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Purse will

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First look at Heath Ledger as the Joker - DlistedMore Britney Spears candids - ICYDKGwen Stefani kicks off her tour in Vegas - PopbytesSuri Cruise makes Grier Henchy's b-day an all-star event - PopsugarCeline and Elvis to duet from the grave - TMZRosie O'Donnell sticks up for Alec Baldwin - I'm Not ObsessedDita Von Teese opens up about her marriage to Marilyn Manson - Us magA Socialite's Life has

Sheryl rebuffed at White House dinner

Sheryl Crow landed in the hot seat with White House advisor Karl Rove this weekend when she tried to talk green policy at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. Crow and Laurie David, an environmental activist and wife of Curb Your Enthusiasm star Larry David, took a break from their Stop Global Warming college tour to attend the event, and hoped Rove might take a "fresh look

Grey's star signs record deal

All kinds of spinoff careers are stemming from the hit show Grey's Anatomy. Actress Kate Walsh has landed her own series which will expand on her Grey's role of Addison Montgomery-Shepherd, and Sara Ramirez, who plays Callie, has signed an album deal. "All I can say is that Eric Idle and John Du Prez, who were the writers of Spamalot, are writing the album," Ramirez told press at the Step Up

Keira upset with Lindsay over film withdrawal

Keira Knightley is reportedly "furious" that Lindsay Lohan pulled out of the film the pair were set to co-star in. Lohan withdrew from The Best Time of Our Lives due to contract issues three days before the movie was due to begin filming. Knightley is unhappy with the Mean Girls star's decision as she was involved in getting Lohan to appear in the film, for which her mother wrote the screenplay.

Jaime talks pregnancy

My Name is Earl actress Jaime Pressly is shocked by the way pregnancy has changed her body. "These little saddlebags on the side of me right now - I've never had anything like that," the normally super-fit star tells Redbook mag. "And my boobs are completely out of control. When my milk comes in, I'm going to be able to feed a small village."source

JLo banks $1.2 million for 40 minute show

Jennifer Lopez has at least one fan in Russia - a big one. The billionaire founder of MDM Bank shelled out over $2 million for the singer to perform for 40 minutes at a joint birthday party for he and his wife on Saturday night. "I can confirm that a very high-profile American singer performed at a private party in Surrey," the billionaire's spokesperson says. JLo charged a whopping $1.2 million

Weekend pics

(click on thumbnails for larger images)Britney Spears heading to a tanning salonGwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale and Nicky Hilton at the opening of the Pearl TheaterKim Basinger and daughter Ireland out with their bodyguardScarlett Johansson outside the SNL afterpartyNicky Hilton, David Katzenberg, Paris Hilton and Josh Henderson boarding a private jet to VegasChristy Turlington at the Lions of Music

Nick and Vanessa move in together

Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo have taken their relationship to the next step by shacking up together. Earlier this week, the couple braved a spring storm to move into a two-bedroom condo in NYC's Atelier building. "Nick carried the huge boxes while Vanessa helped with the small ones," says a source. "They were soaked." Earlier reports suggested the pair were also bunking up in LA, although rep

Kate's copycat collection

Kate Moss has created a buzz of controversy for her upcoming Topshop clothing line. Moss was paid close to $6 million to design a signature line for the British retailer, but it seems the model looked no further than her own closet for inspiration, with some pieces looking practically identical to stuff made by other designers she's worn before. "You can almost see the paparazzi images in your

Laguna Beach alum cashes in

Laguna Beach alum Kristen Cavallari is following in the footsteps of Paris Hilton and maintaining her fame - for doing nothing. Cavallari charges club owners for personal appearances and has even orchestrated a bidding war between Vegas hotspots Tao and Pure for the rights to hold the reality-show star's 21st birthday, with bids already in the $100,000 range. Cavallari maintains her status in the

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Jessica Simpson leaving BarneysLenny Kravitz and Edward Burns with Christy Turlington at the Riverkeeper benefit dinnerJessica Alba, Kate Walsh Sara Ramirez and Lacey Chabert at a Step Up Women's Network eventClaire Danes and Julianne Moore at Conde Nast Traveler's Hot List partyHilary Duff at the Polo Ball black-tie galasource 1, source 2, source 3

Jessica and Cash: dunzo

Jessica Alba and longtime boyfriend Cash Warren are reportedly over - for real this time. The former couple have been letting people know that they split over a week ago, with friends hinting that time and scheduling problems are to blame. Warren had intended to take Alba to the Coachella music fest for her birthday on April 28, but plans have been nixed since the pair are not on speaking

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Mischa Barton picks up on the high-waist trend - Just JaredSJP steps out in NYC - PopsugarTMZ has more on the Alec Baldwin sagaMarilyn Manson's new girlfriend is morphing into his ex-wife - DlistedFrugal-Fashionista does Penelope Cruz and Lindsay LohanCameron Diaz gets plastered at Paris Hilon's house - ICYDKPopbytes has the new Gwen Stefani videoAshlee Simpson talks plastic surgery - Us

Britney and her dad begin public battle

Proving that his Hollywood family is just as screwed up as the next, Britney Spears's dad Jamie released a statement to the New York Post's PageSix yesterday admonishing his daughter and showing support for her manager Larry Rudolph. "When Larry Rudolph talked Britney into going into rehab, he was doing what her mother, father and team of professionals with over 100 years of experience knew

Brad signs on for Coen brothers flick

Brad Pitt and George Clooney are teaming up again to co-star in Burn After Reading, a Coen brothers comedy. The film follows a CIA agent who loses the disk that holds the book he is writing. Further details of the screenplay are being kept secret, though it has been announced that Frances McDormand has also been cast. Production is set to begin in late August.source

TomKat host Scientology fundraiser

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes rolled into NYC last night to host a $6,250-a-head fundraiser for his controversial 9/11 detoxification program. Cruise is co-founder of the New York Rescue Workers Detoxification Project, based (of course) on principles of Scientology. The free treatment involves large doses of vitamins, dietary changes and regular trips to the sauna. Despite NYC Mayor Michael

Paris hooks up with James Blunt

Despite PDAs all over LA with Desperate Housewives actor Josh Henderson, Paris Hilton is now rumored to be hooking up with newly-single James Blunt. Hilton and little sis Nicky partied at Hollywood hotspot Teddy's on Wednesday night, where Hilton and Blunt "danced and held hands" before smooching. "They were all over each other," said a source. "They both ended up back at Paris's house" with

Update on the Alec Baldwin incident

Update on the Alec Baldwin story from yesterday: A friend of the 30 Rock actor called TMZ shortly after the story broke to say Baldwin called his daughter last week and apologized for his outburst. The friend insisted that Ireland is very important to Baldwin and that his frustration stems from six years of Basinger trying "everything" to alienate his daughter from him. Baldwin's spokesperson

Jessica cashes in with campaign

Jessica Alba is collecting an estimated $5 million in a new deal with Revlon. Alba shot her first campaign this week in LA for the company's 3D Extreme mascara. The actress's Fantastic Four co-star Beau Garrett has also been signed by the cosmetics giant, although his role has not been revealed.source

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Jessica Stam and DJ AM in NYCScarlett Johansson in NYCKate Hudson and Owen Wilson in NYCAshlee Simpson and Pete Wentz out for coffee in LAPamela Anderson arriving to host the MTV Russia awardsNicole Richie and Joel Madden at a Beverly Hills delisource 1, source 2, source 3

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Popsugar has pics of Jude Law and his new girlfriend in IndiaKatie Holmes needs a nap and some makeup - ICYDKLindsay Lohan's MySpace was hacked - Just JaredTMZ has more scoop on the Hills sex tape scandalKevin Connolly describes dating a Hilton sister as "normal" - Us magFinally, that guy got kicked off Idol - PopbytesAnna Nicole's mom has a child with her stepbrother! - DlistedBrooke Shields's

Alec Baldwin leaves anger-filled voice mail for daughter

TMZ.com has obtained a voice mail tape belonging to Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger's daughter Ireland in which Baldwin unleashed a tirade of threats and insults on the eleven-year-old. When Ireland didn't answer a scheduled phone call from her father on April 11, Baldwin let loose on her voice mail, saying, "Once again I have made an ass of myself trying to get to a phone," and "you have insulted

Murder in Pam's Vegas condo building

There was excitement at the Los Vegas condo complex that Pamela Anderson, Leonardo Dicaprio and Tobey Maguire call home - but not in a good way. Police were called to the building on Friday night after receiving a tip that a former chiropractor, now a pro poker player, was dead in his master bedroom. When they arrived, they found the man dead as a result of multiple stab wounds. The man's wife

Amanda talks motherhood

Amanda Peet made her first official public appearance yesterday since giving birth to her first child, daughter Frances Pen, in February. At the opening of Oscar de la Renta's new West Hollywood boutique, Peet said, "I'm very busy with my baby - I have to get back to my projectile-vomiting baby. In the beginning, it's very, very hard because you're so sleep-deprived. But she just started smiling

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Britney Spears leaving a tanning salonAmanda Peet, Jennifer Garner, Angie Harmon and Brooke Shields at the opening of the new Oscar de la Renta store in Beverly HillsJessica Alba at a Revlon shootLindsay Lohan leaving Winston's in HollywoodAvril Lavigne on TRLNew couple alert: Jason Biggs and Lake BellKelly Clarkson at the ASCAP Pop Music Awardssource 1,

Brangelina to join other big names at Cannes

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have confirmed that they will present their film A Mighty Heart at the Cannes Film Festival next month. The movie, produced by Pitt's film company, stars Jolie as Mariane Pearl, the widow of reporter Daniel Pearl. "The story unfolds like a mystery," Jolie told EW mag. "You've got people collecting clues and trying to solve what happened. But it's also very real and

Jude vacations with new girlfriend

Jude Law has a new girlfriend, the first since his split with longtime on-again/off-again fiance Sienna Miller last year. The Closer star is dating Kim Hersov, the editor-at-large for the London-based Harper's Bazaar. "They met a couple of months ago and the relationship has been developing slowly," says a friend of the actor. The pair are vacationing together in India, and were spotted visiting

On the town

Seen on the scene:Nick Lachey shared a stage with Tom Arnold at a charity event in Vegas last weekend, where the two were auctioning a Ferrari for the Dance to Erase MS benefit in Century City. "This is a great car - I have one of these," Lachey told the crowd, but was unimpressed when Arnold quipped, "When did you get one - in the divorce settlement?" Lachey bluntly replied, "No, since the

Lohan pulls out of biopic

Lindsay Lohan has pulled out of an upcoming Dylan Thomas biopic due to contract issues. The Mean Girls star was set to team up with Keira Knightley and Cillian Murphy in The Best Time of Our Lives, playing the poet's wife Caitlin MacNamara. Lohan's rep confirmed that her client "was supposed to start filming on April 21" after a quick trip to Japan to shoot her Jill Stuart ad campaign. "...they

Britney finally pulls it together

Thanks to the ever-present paparazzi, we've all been watching Britney Spears shape up since leaving rehab a few weeks ago. "After all the negative stuff, she's getting back to her 'fighting weight,'" says one of the popstar's business associates. And a bystander was wowed to see Spears's new svelt bod as she shopped in Bel Air last week, saying, "She looked totally healthy and beautiful. and her

"Supergirl" story a load of rubbish

Looks like the story that circulated earlier this week about Brad Pitt lamenting all the press attention he and partner Angelina Jolie get to a journalist at the Roosevelt Hotel is just that - a story. In an article in the British Daily Mail on Monday, the author claims he chatted up Pitt while the actor swilled a beer and waited for friends at the trendy Hollywood hotel. Pitt is quoted as

Kate immortalized in type

In addition to her clothing line, fragrance, and multiple ad campaigns, Kate Moss now has her very own font. Two graphic designers worked with the model to create a letterhead that will be featured in the branding for Moss's TopShop collection as well as all of her future projects. The designers originally thought they would use Moss's handwriting, but decided they didn't like the way it looked,

Lindsay talks rehab

More scoop from Lindsay Lohan's Allure interview, where she talked about her stint in rehab. Lohan said that after she woke up last January 17 to paparazzi both on the ground and in the air outside her house, her therapist suggested she check out the Wonderland Center. The Mean Girls star drove to the Laurel Canyon facility with a friend who had "more problems than I did," and check the place out

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Seen on the scene:Despite recent rumors of a split, Jessica Alba and boyfriend Cash Warren are still an item. "Jessica and Cash are at different places in their lives right now, but they're trying to work out their problems," says a source.An April 28 fundraiser for Barack Obama is lining up to be an A-list event. For the price of a $500 ticket, you could mingle with the likes of Scarlett

Suri's first birthday

Happy birthday, Suri Cruise! The adorable celebrity offspring of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes turns one today. Reps for the couple would not release details of Suri's birthday celebrations, but she is believed joining mom in Shreveport, Louisiana, where Holmes is filming Mad Money with Queen Latifah and Diane Keaton.source

Angelina: "I was very sexual in kindergarten"

Angelina Jolie admitted to being "very sexual" at a young age, and even made up a game where she would strip her clothes off in kindergarten. "I was a member of a group called the Kissy Girls," the mother of four says of her days as a wild child. "I was very sexual in kindergarten... I created a game where I would kiss boys and give them cooties. Then we would make out and we would take our

Lindsay surprised herself with rehab

Lindsay Lohan surprised herself when she checked into rehab to treat her drinking problem. In her first interview since finishing treatment at the Wonderland Center in LA, the Bobby actress told Allure mag, "It's so weird that I went to rehab. I always said I would die before I went to rehab."source

Indy and Ally McBeal engaged

Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart are reportedly engaged after a five-year relationship. The Indiana Jones star got engaged on April Fool's Day, according to a report in Grazia magazine. Flockhart needed to be convinced that it wasn't a joke, but is said to be thrilled with her engagement. Ford has been married twice before, and was saddled with a multimillion-dollar divorce settlement after

Eric and Rachel to co-star

Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams will team up for the movie version of the book The Time Traveler's Wife. McAdams has reportedly been vying for the part since New Line acquired the rights to the book in 2003. For anyone who hasn't read it, this is a GREAT book...source

Jessica to join the Pussycat Dolls

Jessica Simpson is set to show off her assets on May 4 when she hosts a special performance by the Pussycat Dolls. "This is a chance for her to be sexy again and back in the spotlight," said a source at Pure nightclub in Vegas, where the performance will take place. Simpson has been out of the limelight lately, after joining boyfriend John Mayer on tour in Australia.source

Dave Chappelle does marathon stand-up set

Guests at the the Laugh Factory got a surprise on Sunday night when Dave Chappelle showed up for an unannounced set - and told jokes for six hours. Chappelle took the stage at 10:36 pm, and kept the crowd laughing until 4:43 the next morning, without even taking a bathroom break. It was the longest performance in the venue's 28-year history, according to the club's founder. "It was just one of

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Seen on the scene:Britney Spears adjusting her wig with both hands while buying a Kritik sweatsuit at Lisa Kline in Hollywood.Sarah Jessica Parker taking 4-year-old son James Wilke to see the new musical version of Anne of Green Gables in the Village.Nicole Richie snubbing ex Brody Jenner at the T-Mobile party in LA on Friday night. "It was a total diss! Nicole completely acted like she didn't

Nick and Vanessa shack up

Things are getting more serious between Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo. The former TRL host is reportedly moving into Lachey's Beverly Hills house. Minnillo is hoping to move her career in a different direction, and develop her acting skills in LA. Her rep has not commented.source

Did Britney dump her manager?

Britney Spears reportedly fired manager Larry Rudolph last Friday. An insider claims that the popstar blames Rudolph for several recent hiccups, including introducing her to party girl Paris Hilton. In her bizarre message taped by a paparazzi photog over the weekend, Spears alluded to her dissatisfaction with Rudolph for sending her to rehab in February, and rumors have been circulating about the

Pamela Anderson has posted a message on her website after less-than-flattering photos of her circulated on gossip sites yesterday. Her message reads:"It's only a family vacation. We had a great time in Maui - hope everyone had a great spring break too - no photographers. Thank god I don't have a google alert on myself (like some people I know do on themselves) - I've just been sent some pics from

Grey's set still stressful

Grey's Anatomy actor T.R. Knight is counting down the days until this season of the show is wrapped. After a stressful year caused by costar Isaiah Washington's on-set gay slur, Knight says, "I just focus on doing the work. That's my job. That's what I'm paid for and I think that's enough... We have about twenty days [of filming] left, not that I'm counting... It's going to be nice to have two

Travolta: "Scientology kept me from Elvis's fate"

John Travolta told an Irish newspaper that he is as big a star as Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe, but unlike them is still alive because of his belief in Scientology. "I have fame on the level of a Marilyn Monroe or an Elvis, but part of the reason I didn't go the way they did was because of my beliefs," the Wild Hogs star said. "People make judgments about [Scientology], but often they don't

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Ellen Degeneres and Portia de Rossi in Beverly HillsKirsten Dunst at the Tokyo premiere of Spider-Man 3, and at the afterparty with her new beau Johnny BorrellMadonna and daughter Lourdes in MalawiFergie and Josh Duhamel leaving church in LADemi Moore, Ashton Kutcher and Chloe Sevigny at Prada's America's Cup party in Spainsource 1, source 2

JLo and husband file suit against tabloids

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are suing a British tabloid over a report that they were involved in a heroin scandal. The article, published last month in the British and Irish editions of the National Enquirer, claimed Lopez and Anthony were "caught up in a heroin scandal," and was accompanied by a photo of Anthony standing with photographer Michael Star, who is facing heroin and child

Katie gets back to work

Katie Holmes is settling in nicely in Shreveport, Louisiana, where she is scheduled to begin filming Mad Money today. Holmes dropped in to Target on Friday afternoon, and told a local paper, "I met some really great people, and it was nice. They did recognize me, and it was a pleasure meeting them. We had nice chats about kids, and it was lovely." In an group interview about her new film, Holmes

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Brad: Angelina's "like Supergirl"

Brad Pitt defended his woman's honor this weekend, calling her a "Supergirl." Pitt was waiting for friends at LA's Roosevelt Hotel and chatted with a Daily Mail reporter, asking him, "You know what it's like to be on the cover of every magazine, having your personal life dissected with all the lies, all the rubbish? It's hell. Certainly, pick on me - but why pick on Angelina? That's so low. She's

Britney's bizarre message

Britney Spears babbled a little incoherently to a paparazzo this weekend, taping a bizarre message to the public that we can only assume is her version of sarcastic. Spears demanded that the photog not ask any questions, insisting, "It's my turn," before launching into a Valley girl accent and ranting on about everything from rehab to the tabloids to Jesus. "And, like, I saw these magazines, and

Meet the new Hulk

Edward Norton will play the Hulk in an upcoming remake of the Marvel comic. Norton is following in the footsteps of Eric Bana, who portrayed scientist Bruce Banner in Ang Lee's "Hulk." Norton's "The Incredible Hulk" picks up from where Bana left off, and is expected be released in June 2008. "Edward Norton is a rare talent and one of the most versatile actors in the business," said a spokesperson

Manson has new soulmate in young actress

Marilyn Manson gushed about his relationship with 19-year-old actress Evan Rachel Wood to a French newspaper, telling Le Parisien that he has found a new soulmate. "I've found my double, my twin, with my new girlfriend, Evan Rachel Wood," the shock rocker said. "She's nineteen and certainly that's young, but that's not a problem for me. She likes the same things as me. She understands I like to

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Britney Spears outside a tanning salon......and leaving Parc in LAHilary Swank having a solo lunchMarcia Cross out shoppingMatthew McConaughey and his new girlfriend, Brazilian model Camilla AlvesAt the GLAAD Media Awards:Jennifer Aniston and Jake GyllenhaalKatherine Heigl, Sara Ramirez, Kate Walsh, Eva Mendessource, source

Royal breakup

After months of speculation about a possible royal wedding between Prince William and longtime girlfriend Kate Middleton, the couple have split. After five years of dating, the breakup was "amicable," according to friend of the pair. "We don't comment on Prince William's private life," said a spokesperson at the prince's office. A British newspaper first reported the story today, saying the pair

Details of Angelina's mom's will

Following her death in January, the details of Marcheline Bertrand's will have been made public. Angelina Jolie and her brother will split their mother's $1.2 million life insurance policy. Attached to the will was a note in Bertrand's own handwriting claiming she was still owed $180,000 in unpaid spousal support from ex-husband Jon Voight. Bertrand also left $100,000 each to Maddox, Zahara, and

No custody terms reached; Stern files slander suit

No judgment has been made in the custody battle for Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn. A scheduled custody hearing was delayed yesterday in the Bahamas to give the baby's father, Larry Birkhead, and Smith's mother Virgie Arthur more time to negotiate a private visitation arrangement. Birkhead and Arthur are expected to meet today to discuss a possible agreement. "No press, no lawyers, no

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Nicole Richie and Nicky Hilton at the Race to Erase MS benefitKirsten Dunst promoting Spider-Man 3 in JapanGinnifer Goodwin, Emmanuelle Chriqui and Milla Jovovich at the Jovovich-Hawk showAshlee Simpson at the T-Mobile Sidekick iD launchNicole Kidman receiving the Order of AustraliaElle McPherson promoting her lingerie line in SydneyAshley Judd in NYCsource

Courtney denies surgery

Courtney Love is trying to dispel the rumors that her new skinny body is the result of plastic surgery. After reports yesterday that she had undergone gastric band surgery, Love posted a message on her website saying, "I couldn't get that surgery if I begged for it. I got my inspiration from Oprah losing so much weight on Slim-Fast." Oprah?? Her Slim-Fast weight loss was, like, ten years ago! And

Ginger Spice to pour girl power into kids books

New mom Geri Halliwell is following in Madonna's footsteps and becoming a children's author. The former Spice Girl calls the heroine of her books, Ugenia Lavender, "the rebirth of Girl Power." "One of the greatest gifts in life is actually to love what you do," Halliwell says. "For me, writing Ugenia Lavender is one of them. When I write these stories about Ugenia I feel like I'm going on an

JLo drops Scientology lingo in Idol

Despite slamming rumors that she is considering a conversion to Scientology, the gossip mill is spinning after Jennifer Lopez referred to a Scientology principle during her appearance on American Idol this week. When asked what she thought of the judges' critiques of performances, Lopez said she believed that "concentrating on the rightness brings more rightness." "Rightness" is apparently a

Jenny pens new book on autism

Former Playmate Jenny McCarthy has announced plans for a new book dealing with developmental disability and revealing her own struggles with her son Evan's autism. McCarthy discusses her four-year-old son's hypersensitivity to air and water on her website indigomoms.com and says she wants to help educate people about autism. "I want our children to start each day in silent meditation," McCarthy

Penelope and Halle discuss adoption

Penelope Cruz hopes to adopt, telling the Spanish Marie Claire mag it's something she's wanted to do for a while. "Of course I want to have kids," the Volver actress says. "I want to have my own kids, but also adopt. For a while I've had the feeling that my life won't be complete if I don't adopt." Despite recent rumors of flings with Orlando Bloom and Josh Hartnett, when asked if she is single,

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(click on thumbnails for larger images)Britney Spears shopping in LA (photo credit: flynetonline)Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie filming The Simple LifeGwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, Kate Hudson, Liv Tyler and Julianne Moore at the Tom Ford store openingAshlee Simpson at the launch of the Runway club in NYCLindsay Lohan at Endless Fun in TokyoKylie Minogue at the opening of the Chinese H&MJennifer

Leo slams pregnancy rumors

Leonardo has put recent rumors to rest that girlfriend Bar Rafaeli is pregnant, with his rep telling Us mag the story is "totally b.s." and "100 percent made up bollocks." A British newspaper started the tale after Rafaeli wore a loose-fitting top to a party in Vegas and drank mineral water instead of booze.source

Mandy's new guy

Mandy Moore is back in LA with her new man after a quick trip to NYC for the Brick Awards. Moore was first spotted with Greg Laswell, a singer, on the town in Hollywood a few weeks ago.source

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Willa Ford to play Anna Nicole

Former Playmate Willa Ford will play Anna Nicole Smith in an upcoming biopic. The film, entitled Anna Nicole, will follow Smith's life from the age of 17 until her death earlier this year. The film is one of several projects currently in the works about Smith. In another production, Courtney Love is being lined up to play the model and reality show star. Baywatch alum Kristy Swanson plays Smith

Is Courtney fibbing about her weight loss methods?

Courtney Love may not be 'fessing up to the truth about her recent and drastic weight loss. The Hole singer told press that her new figure is the result of yoga and a macrobiotic diet, but a friend says, "She's telling people she got the gastric band surgery. She even said she had to sleep with a towel by her because the surgery makes her [vomit] all the time and is worried she won't be able to

Mr. Lopez owes $2.5 million in back taxes

Marc Anthony may have been paying too much attention to wife Jennifer Lopez - and not enough to his taxes. The Latin crooner has agreed to pay nearly $2.5 million in back taxes after failing to file returns on nearly $15.5 million in income over a five-year period. Anthony was not personally named as having committed tax fraud, but three of his companies are involved. Two of the singer's managers

Reese and Jake: it's for real

Friends say that though Reese Witherspoon's new relationship with and hottie Jake Gyllenhaal was unexpected, it's the real thing. After meeting on the set of Rendition, the couple's "little flirtation" just took its course. "Things slowly progressed, but it was never something she thought would happen from the start," says a source close to both stars. "She just kind of developed this little

Britney denies basketball crush

Britney Spears squashed rumors that the reason she's been on the sidelines of so many Lakers games recently is a crush on team forward Luke Walton. Walton does hold some appeal - but for Spears's cousin Alli, not the popstar herself. Alli, who has been a constant fixture at Spears's side since her release from rehab, admitted her crush photographers and explained it was her idea to show up

Fergie thanks Alanis with a butt cake

Singer Fergie checked out Alanis Morissette's YouTube cover of the Black Eyed Peas song My Humps, and liked it so much, she sent Morissette a "butt" cake in thanks. Fergie "thought the video was brilliant," according to a source, who added, "She sent [Morissette] a cake in the shape of a derriere." The cake was specially ordered from an LA bakery and delivered last Friday with a message that said

Lindsay leaves her ex with a lasting impression

Lindsay Lohan's former flame Harry Morton has been forced to deal with his ex's mess - literally. The fast-food joint owner lives one floor down from Lohan in LA's Sierra Towers building, and was the recipient of some serious damage when the Bobby star's pipes burst last month. "There were plumbing issues and it leaked all over Harry's multimillion-dollar apartment," says a source. Lohan's rep

Girls Gone Wild guy charged with tax evasion

Days after his arrest for contempt of court, Girls Gone Wild guru Joe Francis was indicted yesterday on charges of tax evasion. The indictment alleges that Francis's companies claimed more than $20 million in false deductions in 2002 and 2003, and that Francis hid income using offshore bank accounts and entities supposedly owned by other people. Francis, who has "dated" Paris Hilton, Lindsay

Eddie named on Mel B's daughter's birth certificate

Melanie Brown has officially listed Eddie Murphy as the father on her new daughter's birth certificate. "He's definitely been named on the birth certificate," a source close to the former Spice Girl says. Before Brown had officially confirmed her pregnancy in December, then-boyfriend Eddie Murphy questioned the paternity of the child in a TV interview and announced that his relationship with

Drew Barrymore: CoverGirl

Drew Barrymore had been announced as CoverGirl's newest model and spokesperson. The Music and Lyrics actress will also be co-creating the ads she appears in, consulting on the concept, graphics, lighting, and photo cropping. "I leave the makeup and product up to them, that's their expertise," Barrymore says. "What I want to do is honor the tradition of CoverGirl but hopefully bring myself and my

Brangelina commission $270 million yacht

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are buying a $270 million - yup, say it again - $270 million Italian luxury yacht. The couple has commissioned a 280-foot-long boat to be fitted with two 300-square-foot apartments, two guest suites, a swimming pool, heliport, speedboats and a small submarine. The yacht will be built by a luxury shipbuilder in Civitavecchia, a port town north of Rome.source

Justin called Britney

Justin Timerlake admits he recently called ex-girlfriend Britney Spears to make sure she was okay. "I called her because I was worried about her," the SexyBack singer said during a press junket for Shrek the Third. "She's a great woman. I'm rooting for her. [It] seems like she's getting everything under control now." Timberlake, single since splitting with Cameron Diaz in January, reportedly

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On the town

Lindsay Lohan left on Sunday for Tokyo, where she hit Club Feria on Monday night with DJ Samantha Ronson.Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds are continuing their PDA tour of NYC. The new couple capped off their weekend with dinner at the Spotted Pig on Sunday night, where an onlooker said, "They honestly did not stop making out the entire night. A girl at the next table told them, 'Would you

Katie and Posh working on kids clothing line

BFFs Katie Holmes and Victoria Beckham are reportedly going ahead with plans to launch a line of children's clothing. "Katie drew sketches of a dress she wanted Suri to wear on her birthday, and they discussed it over a glass of wine," says a source close to Beckham. The pair are hoping to snag a few tips from fellow celeb designer Gwen Stefani, adds the source. Holmes's rep denies the plan, but

Trouble for JLo and Marc?

Are things less than perfect for celebrity couple Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony? OK! mag seems to think so. The weekly mag alleges the two have "called it quits" due to Marc being a "controlling husband" who is "suffocating" his wife. "Marc is very machismo," says a source. "Marc won't let her even do a photo shoot by herself. He is always there watching, waiting." The mag cites several blow

Giovanni to play Einstein

Giovanni Ribisi has been cast as a young Albert Einstein in an upcoming biopic. "I don't know if I should say, but I will, finally, talk about it," Ribisi said while on a press junket for Perfect Stranger. "Einstein. I'm going to be doing Albert Einstein, with Liliana Cavani, who did the Charlotte Rampling film from the 70s called The Night Porter. It's great and the script is really great, and

5 facts about Halle Berry

From Us mag, five things you didn't know about Halle Berry:1) She didn't bathe for ten days. To play a crack addict in Jungle Fever, she didn't brush her teeth or comb her hair.2) She hit on Justin Timberlake. After splitting with Eric Benet in 2003, she called JT, but he never phoned back. "Why can you be so fine and not 35?" Berry said of the singer.3) She feels for Britney. Berry is going bald

Chick lit book follows life of Katie Holmes

"Amy Spencer is an accidental celebrity. On Monday, she's a normal college student in Michigan. By the end of the week, she's in Hollywood, starring in a TV pilot - as a regular girl from Michigan. It's all fun and games until the show gets picked up and Amy learns the terrible price of stardom - to keep the part she didn't even want at first, she's going to have to get the Hollywood Car Wash to

Jen and Vince: back together?

Are Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn rekindling their romance? Some weekly magazines seem to think so. According to OK!, the former couple are spending a lot of quality time together, and Aniston even made all the arrangements for Vaughn's 37th birthday party. "When Courteney Cox and David Arquette threw a birthday party for Jennifer on the eve of her 38th birthday in February, Vince was there

Poor Orlando can't get a date

Poor Orlando Bloom says his dating life is hampered by being famous. "You can't date if you're famous," the Pirates of the Caribbean actor told Elle mag. "That's how it seems to me. There are complications in relationships between men and women. There always will be. But there's also the celebrity aspect of it. It's like you travel so much and it feels like the options are endless. People think

Ashlee and Pete suck face over dinner

Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz were all over each other on Friday night. The on-again, off-again pair shared a table at Mastro's restaurant with Adam Brody, who Simpson is rumored to have shared a fling with, and former *NSYNCer JC Chasez. "They were really amping it up to get to Adam, who was cordial but clearly annoyed," said a source. "He was trying to be nice and chat but then couldn't take

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Larry is the father of Anna Nicole's baby

Finally...the identity of Anna Nicole Smith's daughter Dannielynn has been confirmed to be Larry Birkhead. "I hate to be the one who told you this, but I told you so. I'm the father," Birkhead told reporters outside the Bahamas courthouse where a hearing was held this afternoon. "Thank you for your support. Thank you for the people who got me this far. Thank you very much. My baby's gonna be

Lindsay to do acid movie

After her short stint in rehab, Lindsay Lohan is ready to sink her teeth back into the world of addiction - onscreen, at least. The Mean Girls actress has agreed to star in her I Know Who Killed Me director Chris Siverston's next project, Hippy, which the Lohan describes as being about a group of kids on a cross-country trip when one of them drops acid, goes crazy, "and starts, like, killing

On the town

A few juicy bits from Easter weekend:Cute couple Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson joined Wilson's brother Luke at Santa Monica's Huntley Hotel on Friday night for vodka sodas, shots of Patron and Coronas.Lindsay Lohan had breakfast in Beverly Hills on Saturday with friends, then headed to Milk Boutique to drop thousands of dollars on jewelry and clothes.Paris Hilton celebrated Easter by buying to

JLo to produce musical miniseries

Jennifer Lopez is continuing her foray into the world of television with a five-hour musical miniseries. The project, "La Flor Palida," will feature music from Lopez's new Spanish-language album and is set to begin production in Mexico City in May. "She had an idea to create a miniseries in the old grand style of things like The Thorn Birds, but using the words in the music to drive the narrative

Paris ditched by her friends

Being friends with Paris Hilton doesn't do much for your image - and the heiress can count Kim Kardashian and Britney Spears among the ex-buddies who have cut ties for the sake of their rep. Hilton didn't show up at former BFF Kardashian's Vegas birthday party on Friday night, reportedly partly because Kardashian didn't want to be overshadowed, and partly because Hilton was jealous of her

Girls Gone Wild creator arrested

Girls Gone Wild creator Joe Francis - and "friend" to Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton and others - was arrested this morning at a Florida airport for contempt of court. The arrest warrant was issued last week after Francis changed the terms of the settlement deal reached with seven women who filed suit in 2003 on the grounds that they were victimized when they were filmed in sexually charged

Paternity hearing delayed

The paternity hearing in the case of Anna Nicole Smith that was scheduled for this morning at 10 a.m. has been pushed back to 2:30 p.m. EDT. Larry Birkhead, Howard K. Stern and Virgie Arthur are all expected to be in attendance. Arthur reportedly plans to fight for custody of Dannielynn no matter what the results of the DNA tests.source

Elizabeth clashes with new in-laws

Elizabeth Hurley is having in-law issues with the family of her new husband. Vinod Nayer, father of Hurley's groom, told a British newspaper that he has cut ties with his son after feeling "publicly humiliated" at the couple's double weddings in England and India last month. "Liz and Arun have treated us very shabbily. My heart is heavy with pain," Nayer, Sr. said. "We were pushed into the

JT still protective of Cameron

Justin Timberlake is still a gentleman when it comes to ex Cameron Diaz. "It's hard for me to talk about because we're talking about a person that I love and respect," Timberlake told British GQ about his former girlfriend of nearly four years. "If I hear anyone say anything bad about Cameron then I'll have something to say to them." Of his other famous ex-girlfriend, Britney Spears, the SexyBack

New couple alert: Scarlett and Ryan

Ryan Reynolds has really been making the rounds since his split from longtime girlfriend Alanis Morissette in February. The Van Wilder star seems to be following the dating footsteps of Justin Timberlake by spending the weekend with Scarlett Johansson not long after a rumored fling with Jessica Biel. Reynolds and Johansson were spotted getting cozy at an NYC restaurant on Saturday night. "They

Laguna loser arrested for the fourth time

Hills and Laguna Beach loser Jason Wahler was arrested again this weekend and booked on charges of assault and criminal trespassing. Police in Seattle responded to a disturbance at the Marriott hotel early Sunday morning, where a security guard reported that Wahler and another guest had been wrestling in the lobby. The guard said that when he asked them to stop, Wahler shoved and punched him

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Tori Spelling's mom is giving advice to Larry Birkhead - TMZKeith and Nicole spend Easter Down Under - Just JaredIs Justin trying to send Britney a message? - DlistedMandy Moore does Elle well - EgotasticAt least Paris is wearing underwear this time - ICYDKPopbytes has new video from Sporty Spice Mel C.Keira's boyfriend looks exactly like Orlando Bloom - I'm Not ObsessedKirsten Dunst and her new

Avril and Deryck buy $10 million home

Canadian music supercouple Avril Lavigne and Deryck Whibley have plunked down $9.5 million for Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler's former Bel-Air home. The eight bedroom home was the set for MTV's Meet the Barker reality show, and boasts ten and a half bathrooms, an elevator, a steam shower, sauna, pool, spa and ten-car garage. Lavigne is selling her Beverly Hills home for $6.2 million.source

Another Spears ex speaks

One-time Britney Spears beau Jonathan J.R. Rotem says he ditched the popstar after she flashed her private parts for cameras last year. The pair had a short-lived romance after Spears announced her divorce and began working together on the singer's new album. "Yes, Britney and I were dating, before the crotch-shot thing," producer Rotem says. "Now it's kind of rocky between us. We're working

Oil slick Davis still unpopular

Even Paris Hilton's ex-boyfriend doesn't want to be associated with "Greasy Bear" Brandon Davis. The oil heir reportedly showed up to the Details mag party last week in Hollywood and was outraged to be denied entry. Davis "started demanding that staffers get Stavros [Niarchos]," says an insider. When Niarchos heard the tale, he begged staffers to tell Davis he wasn't there, adding, "I didn't

Kirsten thinks everyone needs a toke

Kirsten Dunst thinks everyone should smoke pot. "I drink moderately. I've tried drugs. I do like weed. I have a different outlook on marijuana than America does," the 24-year-old Spider-Man star says. "My best friend Sasha's dad was Carl Sagan, the astronomer. He was the biggest pot smoker in the world and he was a genius... I've never been a major smoker, but I think America's view on weed is

Reality show hookup?

Is there a reality romance brewing? Hills and Laguna Beach star Lauren Conrad was spotted flirting up a storm with American Idol cutie Chris Richardson at Hollywood hotspot Les Deux on Friday night. The two met outside the club before being ushered inside, bypassing a huge lineup of onlookers.source, source

Watts hesitant to speak publicly about baby

After a few months of remaining "mum" about her pregnancy with her first child, actress Naomi Watts says she is "glowing." Partner Liev Schreiber, the baby's father, confirmed to Conan O'Brien in February that the couple are expecting. Watts now says, "It is true that I am pregnant. It's a little frightening talking about it. This is the first time that I have said it out loud to a journalist...

Stern will step aside if Birkhead is Dannielynn's dad

Howard K. Stern has announced that he will not stand in the way of Larry Birkhead if the results of DNA tests to determine the paternity of Anna Nicole Smith's daughter reveal that Birkhead is the father. "Sources" issued a statement to TMZ that reads: "If Larry Birkhead is confirmed to be Dannielynn's biological father, Howard will not challenge custody. His love for her will not change,

Too little, too late: Paris worries about her rep

I guess Paris Hilton reads gossip blogs just like everyone else. Hilariously funny blogger Michael K of Dlisted has been served with a letter from Hilton's lawyer after posting a parody of a promo poster for The Simple Life. The letter demands that the image be removed from the site and reads, "This poster clearly implies Ms. Hilton has loathsome diseases and also implies Ms. Hilton uses Vicodin.

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Kirsten stands up to Blondie fans

Kirsten Dunst has spoken back to Blondie fans who are upset that the actress will play the iconic singer in a new film. Online chat forums have been swamped with complaints from Debbie Harry fans who claim Dunst doesn't look like Blondie nor is she tough enough to play the role. "Debbie chose me for this role so anyone who disputes this can take it up with her," Dunst told a British paper in

Paternity to be revealed Tuesday in Smith case

The world will finally learn the identity of Anna Nicole Smith's baby daddy on Tuesday, according to TMZ. Meanwhile, two of the former Playmate's diaries were made available to the press on Thursday and will be auctioned off along with a self portrait and several other pieces of Smith memorabilia. In one diary, Smith writes about her relationship with Guess CEO Paul Marciano, saying in June, 1992

Halle upset with mag for dredging up old story

Halle Berry is upset with Parade mag for regurgitating a ten-year-old story about her suicide attempt. "It wasn't my wish to into all of that again in this time of my life," the Perfect Stranger actress says. "I talked about it on Larry King Live and Oprah when it was relevant, and I felt like it was important to help other women and share it with them... Back in the day, I did feel empowered

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Britney regrets management decision

More Britney Spears scoop...the popstar is said to be sorry to have tied herself in with manager Larry Rudolph and even goes so far as to say she "hates" him. Spears ended her ten-year business relationship with Rudolph in 2004, but after the demise of her marriage last year and a period of instability, Rudolph reported stepped in and hooked his former client. "She signed a five year contract

Naomi and Liev to wed?

Expectant couple Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber have reportedly decided to tie the knot before their baby is born this summer. "There's not enough time to plan a big wedding," an insider told In Touch mag. "They'll have just 25 guests for the nuptials in her hometown of Sydney, Australia, with a lavish reception for all their stateside friends after the baby is born." A rep for Watts declined to

Heidi got a new nose to go with her boobs

Hills star Heidi Montag reportedly not only got a boob job earlier this week, but a new nose, as well. "What I do to my body is for myself and is no one's business but mine," Montag told Us mag when contacted for comment. A source close to Montag, however, confirmed her breast augmentation and revealed she also had rhinoplasty. "Heidi is out of the hospital and resting," said the source. "She is

Price slashed on Spederline house

Britney Spears and Kevin Federline have slashed the price of their Malibu estate. The seven-bedroom mansion was put on the market in January for $13.5 million, but was dropped to $11.9 million late last week. Spears bought the Serra Retreat property for $6.9 million in 2004.source

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Is Hilary picking up Paris's leftovers? - DlistedFrugal-Fashionista takes a peek at the romance trendPopbytes has an Idol updateWhitney Houston laughs at the paparazzi - TMZTop 10 "Unlucky in Love" celebs - ICYDKWho's your pick for the biggest star of tomorrow? - PopsugarGeorge Clooney gets generous at a lemonade stand - Us magAnother cute trip to the park for Jennifer and Violet - I'm Not

Britney inspires CSI character

CSI: Miami writers were inspired by Britney Spears's recent troubles and a character based on the popstar will appear in an upcoming episode. A rep for CBS confirmed that Spears's stay in rehab influenced "a small part in the episode," which centers around an actor who is killed during a stint in rehab. While investigating the death, the CSI team comes across a starlet who has shaved her

Project Runway inspires new show

Based on the success of Project Runway, Bravo is developing a similarly themed photography-based reality show. Called Money Shot, the show will follow the Runway formula to whittle down contestants, and the winner will score cash and a photo spread in People mag.source

Penelope and Josh heat things ups

Things seem to be over between Penelope Cruz and Orlando Bloom - and the Oscar nominee has bounced back with Lucky Number Sleven star Josh Hartnett. The two were spotted canoodling at the Parrot Cay resort in Turks and Caicos last week. The private Caribbean island resort is popular with celebs - Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore were also seen at the resort's restaurant.source

New couple alert: Reese and Jake

Reese Witherspoon's rumored new guy is none other than Zodiac hottie Jake Gyllenhaal. After getting to know each other on the set of Rendition, the pair have recently taken their friendship to the next level. "In the last month, they've been spending a lot more time together," says a source close to Gyllenhaal. "Jake really likes her and isn't at all concerned that she has two kids." Witherspoon

Lindsay lands another fashion campaign

Lindsay Lohan has reportedly signed on to be the face of Jill Stuart's new couture line, with a campaign set to debut next fall. Lohan will spend 10 days in Japan to shoot the ads before heading to London to work on another film.source

Britney's new guy?

Britney Spears found rehab romance with musician Howie Day, according to Life + Style mag. Spears "fell hard" for Day, and reportedly plans take him as her date to a cousin's wedding on June 2. "Britney just lights up and seems back to her old self when she talks to Howie or tells people about him," an insider told the mag. "She thinks he's very talented - and says he's the best kisser ever!"

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Whitney and Bobby's divorce approved

Whitney Houston's split from Bobby Brown will become official on April 24 after the former couple's divorce was approved by an Orange County judge Wednesday. Houston was present at the hearing but declined to comment to reporters. Custody of the pair's 14-year-old daughter Bobbi Christina was awarded to Houston. The powerhouse singer has been working on a new album with Clive Davis since her

Janet is praying for Britney

Janet Jackson is praying for Britney Spears and says she worries that Spears's troubles aren't over yet. "I'm really afraid something's going to happen, and I hope it doesn't," Jackson told Vibe Vixen magazine. "I don't know her, I don't want to assume anything, but who knows?" The Rhythm Nation singer thinks Spears's problems are a result of having "too much too soon."source

One doctor responsible for Anna Nicole's prescriptions

All eleven prescription drugs found in Anna Nicole Smith's hotel room on the day she died were authorized by one doctor. According to documents released by the medical examiner's office on Wednesday, more than 600 pills had been taken out of the prescription bottles - none of which was more than five weeks old. It is unknown whether the former Playmate took all of them, but about 450 of the pills

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Joss Stone is dating an older guy...much older - ICYDKLindsay as Diana? Pullllleeeze no - PopsugarSeason 4 of Project Runway has a rocky takeoff - TMZHilary and Lindsay patch things up - DlistedPosh Spice hits the slopes - I'm Not ObsessedMichael Jackson makes his daughter wear a veil even on her birthday - MollyGoodTomKat split? - PopbytesThe Grindhouse girls make a few confessions - Us magA

Alleged details of Spederline's split

Alleged details of the divorce agreement between Britney Spears and Kevin Federline are being reported in Star mag. The arrangement, reached between the pair last week, is said to include: - A 2004 prenup allowed KFed $250,000 for each year of the couple's marriage, but Spears increased the amount to $500,000 to speed up negotiations.- Federline is to receive half the proceeds from the sale of

Heidi gets implants

Hills star Heidi Montag was noticeable by her absence at an cast appearance on MTV on Monday for the show's season finale that aired that night. A rift in the friendship between Montag and the show's lead Lauren Conrad was blamed for the skip, but the real reason may have actually been that Montag was getting a boob job. The 20-year-old underwent breast augmentation surgery on Monday in Beverly

Owen and Kate get Luke Wilson's blessing

Owen Wilson's brother Luke is the first person to publicly acknowledge his sibling's relationship with You, Me and Dupree co-star Kate Hudson. "He seems very happy," Wilson said of his older bro. "[Kate] is a very nice girl." After months of speculation about a romance between Hudson and Wilson, the pair have finally begun appearing in public together and have been photographed definitely looking

Sex & the City star digs through NYC trash

Sex & the City star Cynthia Nixon is back in the press - but not in a good way. A woman claims to have tossed an empty Ziploc bag into a trash can at NYC's Riverside Park last Thursday, and says, "[Nixon] got up off the bench and fished through the garbage to get my Ziploc. I was standing there in utter shock that Cynthia Nixon picked my trash out of the garbage. She then turns to me and says, '

Tori took inspiration from Angelina during birth

Tori Spelling spoke to Us mag (surprise surprise - that girl wants publicity every time she leaves the house) about welcoming her new son Liam, saying she "felt like I was being Tasered!" to describe her labor pains. "As foolish as this sounds now, I wanted to feel how bad it would hurt," Spelling said. "But I think I let the pain go on a little too long before I got the epidural." When her

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Heath hints at a marriage

Heath Ledger once again dodged questions about whether he and his baby mama Michelle Williams have tied the knot in a brief interview with Newsweek, though his responses lean towards a positive answer.Are the reports true that you and Michelle Williams got married? "We try not to talk about it, to keep it our own kind of thing. It's obviously very sacred. People write stories regardless. The

Nick Lachey named in basketball lawsuit

Nick Lachey is among a group of celebs being sued by a woman claiming she was cheated out of owning a lucrative basketball franchise. The woman claims she entered into a contract with a company owned by A.J. Discala (Lachey's pal and ex-husband to Jamie Lynn Sigler) to become acting president of "Hollywood Fame" - a new bball team - and receive 10% of the franchise's stock. In court papers, the

JLo dishes on her marriage

Jennifer Lopez says that she and husband of nearly three years Marc Anthony have a "real" relationship. "Marc and I are good partners," Lopez tells Entertainment Weekly mag. "We love each other. We want to be the best person we can be for each other. And we work on that. That's what a real relationship is about to me... When we got married, I was like, 'I've been working for I don't know how many

Angelina's brother spills more beans

Angelina Jolie's brother has spoken to another magazine about his famous sibling. Following are a few excerpts from James Haven's interview with Grazia mag.On rumors that Jolie controls Brad Pitt: "I have never seen any sign of tension between them. They make all their decisions together. It's rubbish that she tries to control him. They have a balanced relationship; they each do their stuff. I've

Anna Faris files for divorce

Scary Movie actress Anna Faris filed for divorce today from her husband of three years. Faris cited irreconcilable differences in papers filed in LA Superior Court as the reason for her split from actor Benjamin Indra. Faris has requested that no spousal support be awarded to Indra.source

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TMZ has the Family Ties kid's 911 tapesJeremy Piven's just a nice Jewish boy - PopsugarPamela Anderson can still rock a bikini - Dlisted...and so can Cameron Diaz - ICYDK...but Courtney Love sure can't - The Skinny WebsiteFrugal-Fashionista does Nicole Richie and Jennifer LopezIntroducing the cast of the next Celebrity Fit Club - PopbytesKeith Richards snorted his father's ashes - I'm Not

Anna Nicole on Law & Order May 8

The Law & Order episode loosely based on Anna Nicole Smith will air on May 8. Smith is played by Baywatch alum Kristy Swanson, who, according to the show's executive producer, is "unselfconscious about herself and her endowment. When people would bring a photo over for her to sign, she would say, 'I assume you want me to sign [on] my breasts.'"source

On-set romance for Grindhouse star and director

A torrid affair between Rose McGowan and director Robert Rodriguez reportedly halted production of the film Grindhouse last year and broke up the director's 16-year marriage. "It was the worst-kept secret on the set. They were going off to his trailer, having meals together," says a source. "Rose thought some of the crew were treating her differently, and the attitude was, like, well what do you

Britney's comeback "really coming together"

Britney Spears's comeback is on track, according to a producer who confirms he is working with the newly rehabbed singer. "I know she'll do exceptionally well now that she's out of rehab," producer Sean Garrett says, and adds that her work is "really coming together right now." Garrett is collaborating on five tracks with the popstar, and says the sound is like Toxic "times ten." "It's going to

JT hates the tabloids

Justin Timberlake made sure to tell Details mag what he thinks of paparazzi and gossip mags. "I despise what they do," the popstar says in the mag's April issue. "They create soap operas out of people's lives... It's a spin game, and I choose not to take part in it." Not participating includes speaking publicly about famous exes Cameron Diaz and Britney Spears. "I would never say anything bad

Heather Mills wants people to feel sorry for her

Heather Mills broke into tears this morning on Ryan Seacrest's radio show after a reformed "Heather-hater" said people should apologize for every bad thing they've ever said about her. "I could have gone down that path of lowering myself to everyone else's level...and proven my innocence," Mills said of her relationship with Beatle Paul McCartney as she fought back tears. "All I did was fall in

Mel B welcomes daughter

Spice Girl alum Melanie Brown gave birth to a baby girl early this morning in Santa Monica. "The baby is completely healthy with a good head of hair," said Brown's rep in a statement. "Mother and baby are now resting. No name has been decided on as yet and she is purely known as Baby Brown." The identity of the baby's father is unclear, although Brown insists ex-boyfriend Eddie Murphy is the dad.

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Duran Duran bassist gets robbed

A Hollywood Hills house belonging to eighties pop star John Taylor of Duran Duran was burglarized Monday night. The house was ransacked and unspecified items were stolen, including a safe, according to police. Housekeeping staff discovered the burglary as Taylor and his family are currently in England. "At this point, the fingerprints and photos are being taken of the scene and it is an ongoing

JLo reports for jury duty

Jennifer Lopez took a break from her promo tour today to report for jury duty at the Beverly Hills courthouse. Lopez reportedly spent most of the day text messaging friends in the jury room. The court case was resolved by 2:30 Monday afternoon, and all prospective jurors - JLo included - were free to go.source

Britney keeps it low-key in Vegas

Britney Spears took a trip to Vegas over the weekend, perhaps to celebrate reaching an amicable divorce settlement with estranged husband Kevin Federline. Spears dined at Tao on Saturday night with two female friends - but kept it low-key. "Britney was dressed casual, wearing a light coat, hat and blond wig," said a fellow diner. "She and her friends ate vegetable dumplings, hot edamame, a

Mandy's ankle injury

Mandy Moore fractured her ankle last month during a magazine photo shoot. The Because I Said So actress incurred the injury while jumping off a boat during a shoot for Self mag. "It happened at the end of February in Mexico," Moore's rep said. "It was for one of the setups for the spread where she had to jump into the water." Moore's cover shot and story will appear in the mag's June issue.source

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Alanis Morissette covers Fergie - Just JaredPopsugar has more pics of Kirsten Dunst and her new guyVote on Nicole Kidman's new lips - Us magIs Brangelina already planning their next adoption? - DlistedSpeaking of adoptions, Pax Jolie's mother speaks up - I'm Not ObsessedJLo is butt-testing Victoria Beckham's jeans - ICYDKNew Tara Reid bikini pics - EgotasticBlades of Glory cereal? - PopbytesThe

Pete Doherty doll comes with mini crack pipe

A Pete Doherty doll is drawing criticism from anti-drug groups who slam the doll, More Barred than Barbie, for glorifying drug use. The likeness of the British rocker features a tiny crack pipe that lights up when pressed against the doll's lips and also comes with cigarettes, a mini guitar and a syringe. Anti-drug campaigners from the group Just Say No are concerned the doll may encourage young

Ryan talks Rachel

After a few years of playing coy about their relationship, Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams have both spoken publicly about their romance. McAdams told Elle in a recent interview that the Half Nelson actor influenced her film choices, and Gosling told press yesterday, "She's kind. She doesn't need any help from me. She's inspired me to do so much as well." During a press junket for his new film

Dannielynn's baby daddy to be revealed this week

Howard K. Stern was forced to drop his bid to block the release of the results of DNA tests that will reveal who the father of Anna Nicole Smith's baby is. Stern's lawyer withdrew the motion after learning that a Bahamas court would reject his appeal. Three judges in the case advised that Stern had filed his challenge too late - waiting a week after submitting his own DNA sample before filing the

Paris mocked in ad campaign

A Manhattan storage company mocked Paris Hilton in a series of ads that recently appeared on phone kiosks, portraying a Chihuahua alongside the slogan, "Your closet's so shallow, it makes Paris look deep." Hilton's publicist notified her lawyer when hearing of the slam, who sent a "cease-and-desist" letter to the storage company.source

Avril says Britney only has herself to blame

Avril Lavigne has spoken out about fellow popstar Britney Spears's recent troubles, saying the Toxic singer can't blame the media for her problems. "What's happened to Britney is all down to who she is as a person," Lavigne says. "If you want a piece of this business you have to be able to deal with it. You can't complain about the pressures, the paparazzi, the madness because that's the job."