January 17, 2009

In anticipation for the release of its new series, "Dollhouse", FOX TV has given viewers a peek of the drama-sci-fi-thriller show, which stars Eliza Dushku, Olivia Williams, Tahmoh Penikett, and Fran Kranz among others. In a just released video, the series' creator Joss Whedon speaks his mind of what the TV project is all about.

In addition to Whedon, Dushku also opens up a bit about what it means for her to play the series' main character Echo, who is called "Active," a member of a highly illegal and underground group of individuals who have had their personalities wiped clean so they can be imprinted with any number of new personas. She calls her character in "Dollhouse" "perfect fit."

A music video for Jonas Brothers' single "Tonight" has been available to watch in full. Featuring footage from their live performance, it shows Nick Jonas doing a couple of somersault on-stage. It also captures him doing push-up with bodyguard Big Rob.

The video also includes their rehearsal before the concert. While Kevin Jonas has fun with golf, Joe Jonas takes a beater and tries to walk with it being put on his forehead. The scene then continues with all the Jonas boys fleeing from fans' chase through parking lot.

After almost two months worth of break "Bones" will return to the TV screen on Thursday, January 22 with the unique episode called "Double Trouble in the Panhandle". FOX have been releasing clips from the episode plus inside informations about the episode from the series' stars, Emily Deschanel and David Boreanaz, as well as creator Hart Hanson.

The team investigates the death of female conjoined twins who were in the process of deciding to get separated or not. The twins were working in a circus, which means that Booth will come face to face with a clown during the investigation. Brennan and Booth go undercover as Wanda and Buck Moosejaw, Canadian performers in a knife-throwing act. Sweets helps Brennan and Booth understand Circus lingo.

Aerosmith have canceled their planned show in Caracas, Venezuela because rhythm guitarist Joe Perry needs to undergo emergency surgery on his knee. They were supposed to make a live appearance at the gig to be held at Estadio Olimpico as part of Solid Fest on February 1.

"Playing Venezuela was my idea of a perfect way to start the New Year," so singer Steven Tyler says in regard of the cancellation. "But having heard Joe had to revisit the hospital this month, the band are truly disappointed we can't be in Caracas, and we hope to see everyone there soon."

Three new clips are given out to give viewers a sneak peek to Lionsgate Films' latest comedy "New in Town". Starring Renee Zellweger as city girl Lucy Hill who moves to a small town in the hope of a promotion from her boss, the pic is coming from the producers of "Over Her Dead Body".

As an ambitious, up and coming executive living in Miami, Lucy loves her shoes, her cars and climbing the corporate ladder. When she is offered a temporary assignment - in the middle of nowhere - to restructure a manufacturing plant, she jumps at the opportunity, knowing that a big promotion is close at hand. What begins as a straight forward job assignment becomes a life changing experience as Lucy discovers greater meaning in her life and most unexpectedly, the man of her dreams.

Jerry O'Connell made public the first pictures of his newborn twins; daughters Dolly Rebecca Rose and Charlie Tamara Tulip, during an appearance on "Live with Regis and Kelly" on Friday, January 16. During the talk show, the actor jokingly told co-host Kelly Ripa, "I don't want to be one of those guys who is like, 'Look at my babies.' The second you have kids, you can't help but be like, 'I happen to have some photos of my children.'"

During the taping of the show, Jerry also praised his actress wife Rebecca Romijn for becoming a hand on mother for the twin girls. "I have to give a lot of kudos to my wife," he said. "[She] is now waking up every three hours and doing what we call the 'Double Football'. They eat at the same time!"

20th Century Fox are set to bring Japanese anime TV series "Cowboy Bebop" to the big screen and in doing so, the production house have hired Keanu Reeves to play the titular character. As being confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, he will be landing the part as Spike Spiegel, a bounty hunter and former member of a crime syndicate, in the action movie.

Keanu Reeves has shared his admiration over the TV series, claiming it has gotten a Western quality. Earlier, the actor, who plays Klaatu in "The Day the Earth Stood Still", told MTV, "It's got so much style to it, and that's part of its appeal. That kind of Old West, bordertown, low-tech science fiction aspect."

Actor Johnny Knoxville took to his blog Thursday, January 15 to set the record straight on his brief arrest at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for bringing a fake grenade. He insisted in the post, titled "johnny knoxville's rotten luck," that his arrest was just a misunderstanding.

"A few days ago, I was filming some commercials for this show we are doing for MTV called Nitro Circus, so I took a bunch of silly props in my carry-on bag to the shoot. Well, when the shoot was over, the wardrobe girl packed my luggage so I could go home and, unbeknownst to me, she packed a FAKE hand grenade (a prop grenade that I'd taken to the shoot) in the front zipper of my luggage," he explained. "Needless to say, when I was packing to go out of town this morning with my girlfriend and daughter, I didn't see the FAKE grenade in my luggage."

"Action", the new track from Flo Rida, collaborating with Pleasure P, has been outed. The song is rumored to be listed in the "Low" singer's sophomore studio album "R.O.O.T.S." a.k.a "Routes of Overcoming the Struggle".

"Right Round", the first single from Flo Rida's new album meanwhile has hit the web earlier. Featuring "The Hills" star Kesha, it contains a sample from Dead or Alive's 1985 single "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)".

Coming the end of this month on NBC, is a mini series "The Last Templar" which is based on a 2005 novel of the same name. A sneak peek to the action adventure miniseries is available through two clips and a feature that captures the insight from the cast as well as the on-set filming.

"The Last Templar" is an epic action-adventure tale about the greatest mystery of modern time. As the journey begins, Tess Chaykin (Mira Sorvino), a Manhattan archaeologist, reluctantly teams up with FBI agent Sean Daley (Scott Foley) and the pair are drawn into a fast-paced, romantic adventure as they attempt to uncover the lost secrets of the legendary medieval Knights Templar.

Helping to launch "Drink Well. Live Well", which is a new initiative set up by "Got Milk?", Christie Brinkley shares in a behind-the-scene video shoot her feeling of modeling the popular mustache for the third time. In between takes for her ad, she admits she loves the campaign and finds it fun to be part of it for one more time.

The supermodel and mother of three children, furthermore, also shares how she makes sure that her children have a healthy diet. Getting the kids involved in cooking their meal and making them drinking milk are two of the several ways she mentions.

Slim Thug has released a music video aimed to promote his new single "I Run", which has Jim Jonsin lending his vocals on the hook. The rapper is shot rapping on top of skyscraper with lights from high buildings illuminating the set. Jonsin meanwhile is seen leaning against the wall in what seems to be a hallway.

"I Run" is believed to be a song crafted for Slim Thug's fourth major studio album entitled "Boss of all Bosses". In addition to rumor saying the record will most likely include "I Run", report claims the effort will arrive in U.S. market on March 24 under Koch Records.

More re-shoots will be done to the highly-anticipated "X-Men Origins: Wolverine". Words have been spreading that The 20th Century Fox are interfering with the direction Gavin Hood is heading for the film, and now "extensive" re-shoots are required, Collider reported.

The first re-shoot was scheduled to take place January 12 in Vancouver, Canada but this time the studio are prepping a wider range of shoots where journalists will be allowed to cover. When contacted by Collider, the studio's representative said that a re-shoot has always been in their agenda, intended to capture specific weather conditions.

A full frontal black-and-white picture of pop diva Madonna, taken in 1979 by Lee Friedlander, will be put on sale at Christie's auction house in New York next month. The snap is expected to sell for at least $10,000.

According to Matthieu Humery, head of Christie's photography department, Madonna was "a 20-year-old dancer trying to make ends meet" when she responded to Friedlander's newspaper ad seeking a nude model. She was paid for $25 for six photos from the modeling session, which were later on sold to Playboy magazine, the editors of which made them public in 1985.

A tracklisting showing what songs will be included in Jadakiss' forthcoming third studio effort "The Last Kiss" has been disclosed. From the list, it is revealed that single "Letter to B.I.G.", which serves as a soundtrack for biopic film "Notorious", is among new materials in the album.

Out of fourteen new singles, Jadakiss prefers to join forces with Pharrell Williams in single "Two-Step". Meanwhile for a duet with Lil Wayne, he chooses to share the mic in song called "Death Wish". Other stars to be featured in "The Last Kiss" are Young Jeezy, Jazmine Sullivan and Ne-Yo among others.

"CSI: NY" is taking more and more guest appearances. This time, the CBS series will tap new parents Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson to play "Bonnie and Clyde'-like couple," a source tells People.

"Ashlee will be playing 'Lia Wickfield' and Pete will be playing 'Chester Bryon'," the source revealed further. No plot story for them has been dished out but EW's Michael Ausiello said that their episode will be aired on March 18. Ashlee has reportedly shot her part on Friday and Pete will catch up sometime next week.

FOX have released three clips for their fast-paced TV series "24". After a two night premiere, "24" which is starring Kiefer Sutherland as Jack Bauer, will return to a regular airing slot on January 19 at 9/8c with the episode "12:00 PM - 1:00 PM".

On the seventh day, the episode sees Jack taking the matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Renee Walker copes with a volatile investigation and Larry Moss is forced to keep a close eye on his team.

Feeling honored that she's been invited to perform at the much awaited "Kids' Inaugural: We Are The Future", Demi Lovato said Friday, January 16 at the Television Critics Association gathering that she would love to give U.S. president elect Barack Obama's daughters some advice about how to live a life under the media microscope. "I would give them definitely the advice to always know that your family is there for you. You can go to your family with anything," she stated.

Besides, "don't forget who you are. I think that's a mistake that a lot of people make. And it's something that my family keeps me from making," she continued advising Malia and Sasha. Last but not least, "don't stop going places just because people might see you. And don't stop having sleepovers with your friends, and don't stop trick-or-treating."

In support of Young Jeezy's single "My President", which features Nas, a music video for the track has been released. Directed by Gabriel Hart, it features Barack Obama's supporters marching through the street holding placards with such big names as Juelz Santana, The Game, Akon, Jermaine Dupri and others put on it.

"My President" itself is the fifth single coming off Jeezy's third major studio record "The Recession". Produced by Tha Bizness, the song peaked at number 17 on Billboard Hot Rap Tracks since it was released on November 15, 2008 in the U.S.

An ex-con burnt with revenge fire is playing games with Detective Danny Baxter in the action thriller "12 Rounds". Apt to its title, Baxter has to face 12 challenges set by the evil crime lord named Miles Jackson in order to save his girlfriend.

A trailer of the movie coming from the director of "Die Hard 2" has been released. In the footage, it is revealed how a past accident leads to the kidnapping of Baxter's girlfriend. On his duty, the female companion of Miles was killed in an accident, but the con doesn't think it was. So a year later he retaliates by kidnapping Molly and gives Baxter a chance to redeem his 'fault' by going through 12 challenges around the streets of New Orleans in a short limited amount of time.

Patrick Swayze's representative, Annett Wolf, has exclusively informed People the actor has been released from the hospital following a hospitalization for pneumonia. At time of writing, he is said to be resting at home with wife Lisa Niemi. People has no record on his latest condition though.

Despite being diagnosed with stage 4 of pancreatic cancer, which his representative publicly confirmed in early March last year, Patrick Swayze opts to continue filming cable pilot "The Beast". Following the cancer diagnosis, he's been hit with a number of false reports claiming he loses his battle to the deadly disease.

Following announcement saying that she is invited to perform at Barack Obama's Inauguration night, Beyonce Knowles shares Friday, January 16 she is going to sing Etta James' classic "At Last" during the event. She will be serenading Barack and Michelle Obama when the couple takes to the floor for their first dance as Mr. And Mrs. President on February 18.

"I am so honored that I will be performing for President Obama and the first lady," Beyonce tells Entertainment Tonight. "To sing 'At Last' while they have their first dance is a dream come true. I could not be more honored and excited that they have asked me to be part of this moment in history."

DreamWorks Pictures' "I Love You, Man" has received a red band trailer showing more adult jokes including the discussion of Peter and Zooey's sex life. Coming from the director of "Along Came Polly", the movie will hit U.S. theaters on March 20.

Peter Klaven is a man who just proposed his girlfriend but realizes that he has no candidate for a Best Man because he doesn't have a male friend. Taking the advice from his brother, he sets out in a series of man dates to find a new BFF. He finds a connection to Sydney Fife who teaches him on how to be a man. Sadly the new friendship puts a strain in Peter's relationship with Zooey that ultimately forces him to choose between his fiancee and his new found "bro".

US Weekly claimed in an exclusive report, made public Friday, January 16, that model and fashion designer Kimora Lee Simmons is pregnant with actor boyfriend Djimon Hounsou's baby. The baby will be the first for the couple should the report prove true.

Djimon and Kimora began dating in 2007. They initially sparked pregnancy rumors August last year after they were seen paying a visit into a New York obstetrician's office. Neither of them has commented on the US Weekly's report, and a representative for Kimora also refuses to comment, telling WENN, "No comment at this time."

A music video in support of Plies' single "Gotta Be" has been debuted. Directed by the rapper himself teaming up with Yolande Geralds, it shows him driving his car around the town. At some points, it captures him giving a ride to a man and handing lots of cash to the guy before dropping him at suburban.

Plies includes "Gotta Be" in his third studio album "Da REAList". He has released the effort since mid December 2008 under Atlantic Records as a follow up to his previous album "Definition of Real".

The storyline on the deceased Denny Duquette who re-appears in the fifth season of "Grey's Anatomy" and even had an intercourse with Dr. Izzie Stevens may not be as supernatural or as ridiculous as it sounds. In a press tour, ABC entertainment president Steve McPherson defends the plot to have a reasonable ending that is actually "insightful and smart".

"(Denny) is not a ghost, which you will learn," McPherson said. "I actually think when you get to the end of the season and you see everything she had in mind, it might not be your cup of tea, but I think you'll be surprised at how insightful and smart that storyline itself is in terms of the dynamics it's creating for the characters involved and where we end up with those characters at the end."

Making no attempt to hide his excitement as he and his brothers, Kevin Jonas and Joe Jonas, are about to perform at "Kids' Inaugural: We Are The Future", scheduled to take place on January 19 at the Verizon Center, Nick Jonas revealed one day he wants to become a president and he's been thinking about that since he was merely 7 years old. "We're just really pumped to be there with such a historical inauguration," he went on gushing about Jonas Brothers becoming one of the performers at the momentous event.

Nick, Joe, and Kevin are all set to perform their hit singles, "Lovebug" and "Burnin' Up", which are particular favorites of Barack Obama's daughters, Malia and Sasha. Speaking about the twosome, Nick told the press at a Television Critics Association panel for their Disney show "J.O.N.A.S!" on Friday, January 16, they are "very sweet girls."