December 18, 2010

Heather Morris is apparently still circling "Buffy the Vampire Slayer". Despite the fact that screenwriter Whit Anderson had debunked a previous news linking her to the reboot project of the 1992 film, the actress herself confirmed that she is being considered for the movie.

"They're considering me!" she told Access Hollywood when met at an event for FLIRT cosmetics, for which Morris is a paid spokesperson, in Los Angeles on Thursday, Decemeber 16. She further shared, "I found out and I almost peed my pants 'cause I was so excited!"

It turns out that Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj were once teammates despite their current girl fight. In a radio interview with Angie Martinez, Kim revealed that she didn't consider Minaj as her rival when she first came out, but rather saw her as her way to make a comeback.

"A lot of people might not know this, but me and [Cash Money co-CEO] Slim were very good friends," she dished. "Very good friends for four or five years. My thing is this: I haven't been doing music like that for a second and I looked at her buzz as a way in for me. I'm like, 'OK, this is a good thing. This a way for me to kind of come back in'."

In separate efforts to promote "Thor" and "Battle: Los Angeles", a new poster has been released for each film. The one for the superhero movie is made by artist Olly Moss for cast and crew of the flick, with only 100 printed editions available. It features scraps of some photos which are arranged to form a hammer, which is Thor's weapon.

The teaser poster for "Battle: Los Angeles" is also devious in the theme. It shows some explosions in the air, while below several people are seen soaking in the water. Their faces and expressions are barely seen with the image's darker tone. This one-sheet is debuted exclusively via Coming Soon.

Latest word on the street is Rihanna and Matt Kemp are heading for a split. But before people jump further into speculation, a source says the couple who started dating earlier this year is not yet separated. Instead, they just grew apart due to the grueling schedule of their respective works.

A source "close to the couple" tells E! Online that "There's nothing dramatic going on between the two, but they've been spending a lot less time together these days." Kemp who is MLB outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers is focused on training with full-day workouts while Rihanna has been traveling the world to promote her latest album "Loud".

Keri Hilson has a "One Night Stand" with Chris Brown in her newly-unveiled song. The two singers talk about craving for each other's company after spending a night together, and Breezy promises "satisfaction guaranteed" for their second rendezvous.

Hilson described her "One Night Stand" collaboration with Breezy as "a perfect marriage". The "Pretty Girl Rock" singer said in an interview with Rap-Up TV, "If TLC and Jodeci did a record together, 'One Night Stand' is what I imagine it would sound like."

Ron Howard is currently prepping for the release of "The Dilemma", but he has been willing to talk about his next project "The Dark Tower". Speaking to Los Angeles Times' Hero Complex, the helmer hinted on who could possibly portray a gunslinger called Roland.

According to the site, he "nodded when names such as Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman and Jon Hamm were mentioned" as the possible lead actor. "Sure, those are some names and on 'The Dark Tower' fansites they're all about Viggo [Mortensen]," Howard said.

The dust has settled, Nicollette Sheridan dropped the lawsuit against "Desperate Housewives" creator Marc Cherry. The show's former actress sued Cherry back in April for hitting her in the head and creating a hostile work environment. Sheridan contacted ABC but the network was reportedly on Cherry's side and decided to terminate her contract.

Now Sheridan has agreed to drop claims of physical injury and emotional distress, stating in a joint stipulation on Friday, December 17 at Los Angeles Superior Court that she won't assert any claim for emotional or physical damages. In return, she doesn't have to submit for mental and physical evaluations.

American rocker and painter Captain Beefheart has died at the age of 69. The star passed away on Friday, December 17, according to a representative for the Michael Werner Gallery in New York. His exact cause of death was unknown, although he had long been suffering from multiple sclerosis.

Born Don Van Vliet, the singer rose to fame in the 1960s with his own style of blues and rock, later influencing artists such as Tom Waits, Nick Cave and Red Hot Chili Peppers. He recorded under the moniker Captain Beefheart with his pals in the Magic Band until 1982, before gradually moving away from the music industry and focusing his efforts on his love of art.

Annette Bening is keen to reprise her lesbian character from acclaimed 2010 movie "The Kids Are All Right" in a follow-up. The actress was nominated for a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Nic in the film and she had such fun playing Julianne Moore's partner, she wants to play the character again.

She tells Entertainment Weekly magazine, "I have played people who are mentally ill, or killers, and they're interesting to explore... but with this character, I felt really comfortable. I loved playing her. If someone said to me, 'There's another story, and this same character is in (it),' I would be thrilled."

A judge has issued an arrest warrant for the wife of actor Randy Quaid after she skipped her latest court date on Thursday, December 16. Evi Quaid was due to appear in a Santa Barbara, California court for a probation hearing, stemming from a felony vandalism case. She and her husband were arrested in September for allegedly squatting illegally in a California home they once owned.

The Quaids had skipped three prior court dates relating to the charges and have launched a bid for asylum in Canada, insisting they fear for their welfare if they return to California. But Evi, 47, is a wanted woman yet again - on Thursday, a judge approved a new $100,000 arrest warrant.

In a slew of casting news coming out on Friday, December 17, Matt Dillon and Brian Austin Green's names have popped out. The former is heading to "Modern Family" as a guest star while the latter is the star of a new TBS pilot "The Wedding Band".

Dillon would play Julie Bowen's character's ex boyfriend. According to EW, Claire's ex has a new galpal and Claire is probably not going to like her because it's Claire's mom, DeDe Pritchett. This means Shelley Long will reprise her role as DeDe. No other details including air date have been announced.

Tom Sturridge is waiting for Rachel Bilson forever in their upcoming film "Waiting for Forever", which is previewed in a trailer debuted exclusively via MTV Hollywood Crush. The trailer offers glimpses of their childhood before following Sturridge's Will who returns to their hometown to win the heart of Bilson's Emma once and for all.

But things don't go easy for Will with Emma's complicated love life and failing career as a TV actress. As its characters face love, death and their own preconceptions, "Waiting for Forever" questions the realities of life.

Lo Bosworth is no longer dating Scott Hochstadt, her representative confirmed to People, adding that the two "remain good friends" despite the split. The couple reportedly has talked about the separation "for over a month now" and finally made it official on "Tuesday morning."

Before the romance was doomed, Hochstadt is said shopping for an engagement ring. "Scott was in talks with the jewelry brand Yasmin & Jazmin for the past two months," an insider shared. "He wanted to marry Lo, and he wanted to propose with something special and personalized."

Pop star Zac Hanson has become a father for a second time - his wife has given birth to a baby girl. The 25-year-old Hanson brother and his wife Kate welcomed little Junia Rose Ruth into their family on Wednesday, December 15, weighing in at eight pounds and seven ounces (3.8 kilograms). She joins their two-year-old son Shepherd.

And the drummer is delighted to have the latest addition to their family home just in time for the holidays. He tells People.com, "We couldn't imagine a better Christmas gift than this sweet little girl."

The son of Oscar-winning composer Joseph Brooks has been indicted on charges stemming from the death of his fashion designer girlfriend in New York last week. Nicholas Brooks, son of the acclaimed screenwriter/composer, was questioned by police in the early hours of December 9 after the body of Sylvie Cachay was found submerged in a bathtub at a New York City hotel room.

The 24 year old was reported to be helping police with their enquiries following the gruesome discovery at the star-studded Soho House building in Manhattan, but he was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and strangulation and formerly charged on December 10. He was indicted during a Manhattan court hearing on Thursday, December 16, although the details of the counts against him have been sealed until January 4, 2011.

Fans of tragic "Kung Fu" and "Kill Bill" star David Carradine are set for a festive treasure trove of offerings from the star's estate. His belongings and designs are to be sold on eBay.com in the coming weeks.

Memorabilia and other items of interest that are currently up on the auction website include his leather vest worn in TV and film productions, an engagement ring and a plaster and bronze cast of his lips. Also up for grabs, his autobiography, "Endless Highway", signed to his fourth wife, Marina Anderson, which comes complete with a cigarette burn on the front cover.

Anne Hathaway sent a group of New York school children into a screaming frenzy on Thursday, December 16 when she made a surprise appearance and announced they would be performing alongside her at the 2011 Oscars.

"The Devil Wears Prada" actress paid a visit to Public School 22 after their annual Christmas concert to break the big news to the pupils, revealing they would be flown out to Los Angeles two days before the February 27, 2011 event to walk the red carpet with her. They will then join Hathaway on stage to show off their vocal talents in front of a star-studded crowd.

Troubled boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. has been taken into custody by Las Vegas police, hours after a judge issued a warrant for his arrest. The sportsman became a wanted man on Thursday, December 16, relating to a charge of criminal battery following an alleged parking dispute with a security guard in November, when he reportedly jabbed the man in the face.

The case returned to court this week after prosecutors complained the star had received preferential treatment during a hearing earlier this month, prompting the judge to sign off on the new warrant. But Mayweather, Jr. was apprehended by cops on Thursday night after a casino bodyguard recognized him and alerted the local authorities to his whereabouts, reports TMZ.com.

Priscilla Presley has paid tribute to her late "Naked Gun" co-star Leslie Nielsen in a heartfelt magazine essay. The funnyman died of complications from pneumonia, aged 84, in November and Presley decided to put her thoughts about him into words for a new Entertainment Weekly magazine article.

The actress recalls how Nielsen helped to calm her nerves on the set of the 1988 movie and she'll always remember his sense of fun. She reveals he greeted her for the first time with a fart machine.

After a spur of moment, Neil Patrick Harris admitted that he feels bad for attacking Eric Braeden just because the actor pulled at the last minute as the guest star on "How I Met Your Mother". He tweeted, "Now I feel bad for the D-bag comment. Don't know the guy personally. I'm just fiercely protective of our show."

Few hours before that, Harris called Braeden a "D-bag" on Twitter. "Eric Braeden is a D-Bag. the actor, (Robin's dad) agreed to a cameo, then last night bailed, saying the part wasn't 'substantial' enough," he wrote. Then he slammed further, "We've recast with Ray Wise, a fantastic actor who makes any part 'substantial'. Super excited to welcome him to the family!"

Avril Lavigne is going to debut her new single "What the Hell" at the upcoming "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest". Ahead of the star-studded concert, a 30-second snippet of the song is offered by the "American Idol" host on his official blog.

The pop/punk princess stays true to her root in this feisty track. She rocks out, "I'm thinking what the hell/ All I want is to mess around/ And I don't really care about/ If you love me/ If you hate me/ You can save me baby, baby/ All my life I've been good, but now ... what the hell!"

Christina Aguilera embraced the holiday spirit during her promotional trip to Germany this week by taking her new boyfriend on a romantic outing to a traditional Christmas market in Berlin. The singer has been touring Europe to promote her new movie "Burlesque", and after stops in London and Paris, France, she headed to Germany for another premiere.

Aguilera's new beau Matt Rutler has accompanied her on the trip and they took time out from work on Thursday, December 16 to sightsee in Berlin. The pair was photographed visiting a traditional festive fair in the city, sipping mulled wine and feasting on sugared almonds, before dashing back to the hotel to change for the red carpet event later that evening, according to People.com.

Stars including Robert Wagner, Steve Martin and Bo Derek have paid tribute to legendary director Blake Edwards, who passed away on Wednesday, December 15 night. The "Pink Panther" moviemaker died in California at the age of 88 after suffering complications from pneumonia, and a number of his famous friends and former colleagues have now stepped forward to pay their respects.

Wagner, who starred in two of Edwards' "Pink Panther" films and remained close friends with his former boss, has called the writer/director a "genius" and credited him with boosting his career. He says, "He gave me some of the greatest opportunities of my career and there won't be anybody passing by like him again. He was a genius. Personally, we were so very close friends and he was so kind to me throughout my entire life."

Soul legend Aretha Franklin has given her first interview since her release from hospital, insisting she's feeling "great" and is "grateful" to be home for the holidays. The singer underwent "successful" surgery at a hospital in Detroit, Michigan earlier this month to treat an undisclosed ailment, with subsequent reports suggesting she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

The 68-year-old star was discharged from hospital this week and has now spoken out in her first interview since her health crisis, revealing she's feeling much better. She tells Jet magazine, "I feel great. The doctors say I can do whatever I feel like I am up to do. Of course, that doesn't mean any concerts or anything like that. But I can do things around the house, and today I am just piddling around the house."

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has signed up to join the star-studded cast of the upcoming "The Muppets" movie, according to a U.K report. The former Nirvana percussionist will make a cameo appearance in the family-friendly film, taking Animal's place in his band when the drum-crazy muppet is ordered to attend anger-management classes, according to NME.com.

Jack Black, Amy Adams, Zach Galifianakis, Emily Blunt and Ricky Gervais will all appear in the new film, the first in the popular franchise since 1999's "Muppets From Space". This would be Grohl's first movie since 2006, when he played Satan in "Tenacious D: The Pick of Destiny".

New "Superman" movie which will be directed by Zack Snyder continues shaping up with possible start date and shooting location. The Globe and Mail says the film will be shot in Vancouver, Canada and the production will likely begin in 2011 summer, which is in line with previous report mentioning the movie would start shooting in June next year.

"[Zack Snyder's] next feature's coming here," Peter Leitch, chair of the Motion Picture Production Industry Association of BC and president of North Shore Studios and Mammoth Studios, says as quoted by the site. While Leitch won't name "The Man of Steel" as the project he means, a source confirms that the next "Superman" movie will be filmed in Vancouver.

Leighton Meester is a summer girl in a music video coming out via MTV from her upcoming movie "Country Strong". The actress who plays beauty queen-turned-singer Chiles Stanton is performing for a bunch of people while scenes from the Gwyneth Paltrow-starring flick are flashing in random.

"Summer Girl" is originally a 2005 song by Jessica Andrews. The revamped version performed by Meester is not listed in the soundtrack album of the movie. Instead, she contributes "Words I Couldn't Say" to the theme songs compilation which went on sale in the U.S. market on October 26.

Network stations in Australia have started airing a coverage of Oprah Winfrey's visit to their country. Lengthy sneak peeks of "Oprah's Australian Adventure" show how the talk show queen raised the temperature on an open stage and the footage of how Hugh Jackman got one of his eyes hurt during a stunt for the show.

One press took the economic point of view of Oprah's visit to Down Under. In a press conference, Oprah said, "I am now an unofficial, I've made myself an unofficial ambassador of Australia. And I have the biggest mouth on Earth. A big mouth and a big platform." She also promised to return to the continent.

Denise Richards is indeed having a special relationship with Nikki Sixx. Confirming report that she has been quietly dating the Motley Crue bassist, the former Bond girl in "The World Is Not Enough" said in an interview with Andy Cohen for "Watch What Happens Live", "We've gone on a couple dates."

Speaking further about their relationship, she shared, "The God's honest truth is we're taking it very slowly." The ex-wife of Charlie Sheen went on praising Nikki, calling the father of four a "very lovely person".

Michael Buble has let his fiancee Luisana Lopilato plan their wedding - because he wants the actress/singer to have "the perfect day". The crooner proposed last November and the pair is set to exchange vows in April 2011 in Lopilato's native Argentina, followed by a second ceremony for Buble's family and friends in Canada.

Buble admits he's "getting a little nervous" about the big day, which he has let Lopilato organize as he knows the wedding is "a big deal" for her. He tells British TV show Daybreak. "It's only four months away. I'm getting a little nervous now."

Eddie Cibrian's ex-wife Brandi Glanville has been charged with two drink-driving offenses in relation to a DUI arrest back in October. Glanville, whose marriage to the actor ended in divorce after his affair with singer/actress LeAnn Rimes, was driving through Los Angeles when cops pulled over her car, and she was detained after failing a field sobriety test.

She has now been charged with two misdemeanor offenses of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and driving with a blood alcohol level above 0.08 per cent, according to TMZ.com. The make-up artist faces up to six months behind bars and a $1,000 fine if convicted.

Bad press keep coming on Demi Lovato's way while she's trying to get better in rehab. Just a day after her alleged racy pictures came out online, there's a rumor that a sex tape of her also exists. A source told X17Online that the Disney starlet is no stranger to "filming her sexual exploits" as evident from the photos she took with her friends.

The source who claimed to have worked on Demi's last summer tour said the sex tape would surface soon. The source also credited Demi's uncle Francisco Lovato in assisting the singer to have a private time with guys in her trailer. Francisco allegedly became her "chaperone", telling everyone who got near her bus that Demi was "busy" and kicking "people off the bus so she could bring random dudes on board and get nasty with them."

The first full-length trailer for "Paul" has made its way out via Yahoo! Movies UK. It starts out with Graeme Willy and Clive Collings's encounter with an alien named Paul, which then hitches a ride with them. Never imagining to find a real alien, the two men are more shocked when learning Paul's crazy behaviors like showing his ass in public and eating a bird alive.

Chased by federal agents and the fanatical father of a young woman that they accidentally kidnap, Graeme and Clive hatch a fumbling escape plan to return Paul to his mother ship. And as two nerds struggle to help, one little green man might just take his fellow outcasts from misfits to intergalactic heroes.

Kelly Clarkson delighted audience at Night for Hope benefit concert by debuting her new song live. In an acoustic jam session at the gig taking place on December 16 in Nashville, the winner of "American Idol" season 1 delivered a song called "You Still Won't Know What It's Like".

"You haven't seen the ghost that I've seen/ You haven't lived enough to know what I mean," Clarkson belted out the ballad track. It is reportedly written by her with the help of Jason Halbert, the same man who is responsible for her 2007 angry song "Never Again".