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May 06, 2011

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Paul McCartney to Wed for Third Time - Report

May 06, 2011 15:58:00 GMT


The Beatles legend Paul McCartney, 68, began dating American heiress Nancy Shevell, 51, in 2007, a year after ending his marriage to former model-turned-activist Heather Mills.

They have kept their relationship relatively low-key, although they stepped out together on Monday, May 2, to attend the annual MET Gala at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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George Michael Announces Comeback Tour

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


The "Faith" hitmaker, George Michael played two London concerts, dubbed "The Final Two", in 2008 and announced the shows would mark the end of his career on the stage.

He recently released a new track called "True Faith", as well as recording a cover of Stevie Wonder's "You & I" in honor of Prince William and Catherine Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge's wedding last month, April 29 - and now he's preparing to sing the songs to his fans during a string of arena shows.
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David Gilmour's Son Admits Riot Charge

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


Disgraced university undergraduate Charlie Gilmour was caught on camera clambering over the Cenotaph war memorial in December 2010, when a demonstration against an increase in college tuition fees turned violent.

He was arrested days later and accused of involvement in an attack on a car carrying British royal Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles during the riots, and smashing a store window in a separate incident on the same day.
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Flavor Flav in Fried Chicken Feud

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


Tommy Karas claims he found investors for Flavor Flav's Fried Chicken in Las Vegas, Nevada earlier this year and was responsible for handling finances for the venture, which is due to open later this month.

Karas alleges the Public Enemy star found backers to make a $30,000 (GBP18,750) investment in the fast food joint, pushing Karas out of the deal.
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Lady GaGa's Tears as Twin Towers Fell

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


It emerged on Friday that, following the death of Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden at the weekend, Lady GaGa had finally spoken out about the events of 9/11, when two hijacked airplanes flew into the World Trade Center in New York.

Bosses at Washington, D.C. radio station Hot 99.5 have now released audio footage in which an emotional GaGa tells of her heartbreak on that tragic day, recalling how she ran away from her teachers at the Convent of the Sacred Heart to watch the second of the Twin Towers crumble.
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Robin Gibb Attends Building Ceremony for London Memorial

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


The Bee Gees legend, Robin Gibb, spearheaded a campaign for the tribute, which will honor the airmen who gave their lives in World War II, and he helped raise the $9 million (GBP5.6 million) needed for the monument.

Robin Gibb saw his efforts finally pay off as he joined veterans and dignitaries at a turf-cutting ceremony, which marked the start of construction in the British capital's Green Park.
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Osbournes Head to Vegas for Mother's Day

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


Kelly Osbourne and her mum Sharon Osbourne have always been close, and they jetted off to Sin City on Thursday to spend a girly weekend together.

In a post on her Twitter page, Kelly writes, "On the way to vegas with my Mumma... to spend Mothers day with her. I have the best mum in the world."
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Sophia Bush: 'The World Is a Better Place Without Osama bin Laden'

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


The "One Tree Hill" star Sophia Bush was quick to take to her Twitter page after it was announced the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks had died at the hands of the U.S. military at the weekend, telling her followers, "Watching Americans, and visitors from around the world, chanting 'USA!' together outside the White House is bringing tears to my eyes. Today is a great day for all of us."

Differing reports about the circumstances around Osama bin Laden's death, and whether or not he was armed, have emerged since the weekend, with some critics slamming Barack Obama for allowing him to be killed instead of captured.
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Hugh Grant Leads Star-Studded 3D Pirate Movie

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


Martin Freeman, David Tennant, Imelda Staunton, Russell Tovey and Ashley Jensen have also signed up to voice characters in "The Pirates! Band of Misfits".

Hugh Grant will play a captain who battles it out with his bitter high-seas rivals, voiced by Jeremy Piven and Salma Hayek, to win the much coveted Pirate of the Year Award in the film, which is set for release next year.
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Will Ferrell Felt 'Bias' as Comedy Star in Drama

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


The funnyman Will Ferrell stunned fans after signing up to play a lonely office worker alongside Maggie Gyllenhaal in the 2006 movie "Stranger Than Fiction", and admits he loved the experience despite the film's lukewarm reception.

But Ferrell is adamant it would have been more popular had a more serious star signed up for the lead role.
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Demi Lovato Reveals Her Positive Playlist

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


The Disney star Demi Lovato checked into a treatment center last year to deal with a number of issues, including anorexia and bulimia, self-harming and bipolar disorder.

Lovato is keen to conquer her personal problems, and insists music is helping her through her issues. In an article for the Seventeen website, she writes, "Music has always been a huge part of my life and has helped me (through) some tough times. Certain songs always give me confidence, put me in a good mood, and inspire me. Here's a list of some of my favorites - the music that helps keep me feeling positive and reminds me to stay strong."
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Lea Michele Grateful for Lack of 'Glee' Romances

May 06, 2011 15:20:00 GMT


Lea Michele, who is dating Broadway star Theo Stockman, has previously been forced to deny she enjoyed a relationship with Matthew Morrison, the actor who plays her onscreen teacher Mr. Schuester.

Jenna Ushkowitz has also been linked to co-star Kevin McHale, but Lea Michele reveals none of the stars of "Glee" are romancing each other - and she's glad.
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Lady GaGa Shares September 11 Memories

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


Speaking publicly about the tragedy for the first time, the New York-born star, Lady GaGa has told a U.S. radio station how, as a 15-year-old girl, she climbed on the roof of her high school in the Upper East Side to watch the Twin Towers fall after two airplanes flew into them.

She walked home from school with her dad Joseph and waited desperately to hear from her mum Cynthia, who worked across the street from the World Trade Center.
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Nelly Furtado Glad Barack Obama Refused to Release Osama bin Laden Death Photo

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


The American leader, Barack Obama, announced on Sunday that the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks had died at the hands of the U.S. military, and he was subsequently buried at sea.

Conspiracy theorists called for Barack Obama to release a picture of bin Osama bin Laden's body to prove he really had died, but the Democrat refused, insisting U.S. officials do not want to parade images as "trophies" as it could incite retaliation attacks.
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Actress Marian Mercer Dies

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


Marian Mercer died on Wednesday, April 27 from complications of Alzheimer's disease in Newbury Park, California.

Her career spanned five decades with roles on TV and the stage, and her stint in the 1969 Broadway hit "Promises", "Promises" earned her a Tony statuette and a Drama Desk Award.
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George Clooney Eats Out to Mark 50th Birthday

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


George Clooney reached the milestone on Friday and marked his big day the evening before by dining out with Elisabetta Canalis at Chinese restaurant Mr Chow.

But his hopes of going incognito were dashed - fellow diners Kirstie Alley and Jackie Collins were looking on in awe at the Hollywood hunk.
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Charlie Sheen Wants to Go Global With One-Man Show

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


Charlie Sheen recently wrapped his "My Violent Torpedo of Truth/Death Is Not an Option" tour of the U.S. and Canada, which was met with mixed reviews by North American audiences.

Sheen has now announced he'll be visiting fans overseas with stops in Europe and Asia.
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Tom Hardy Cracked Ribs During Movie Fight Scenes


May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


The "Inception" star, Tom Hardy plays a mixed martial arts student in the film "Warrior", alongside Nick Nolte as his father/mentor and Joel Edgerton as his brother and fellow brawler.

The movie shoot called for some tough fight scenes between the leading actors - and Tom Hardy was so determined to make it as realistic as possible, he suffered several painful injuries on set.
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John Krasinski Loved Emily Blunt at First Sight

May 06, 2011 11:08:00 GMT


"The Office" star, John Krasinski was introduced to Emily Blunt by her "The Devil Wears Prada" co-star Anne Hathaway and he reveals he felt an instant attraction to his future spouse.

He tells U.S. talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, "It's one of those things where as soon as you meet someone, you (feel in love)."
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'Bones' Preview Teases Brennan and Booth's Intimate Moment

May 06, 2011 09:04:59 GMT


Possible Brennan and Booth's hook-up is once again brought up in an upcoming episode of "Bones". A preview to the May 12 episode sees Brennan and Booth in an intense and emotional scene where Brennan collapses into Booth's arms before the two lie on the same bed.

Meanwhile, serial sniper Jacob Broadsky claims another victim with a bullet intended for Booth. Thus, Booth makes it his mission to catch the sniper once and for all. "The Hole in the Heart" has also been rumored to mark the death of a character.
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Kellan Lutz Shirtless in New 'Love, Wedding, Marriage' Clip

May 06, 2011 08:31:18 GMT


A new clip of romcom "Love, Wedding, Marriage" has just been unleashed via BuzzSugar. It sees Kellan Lutz's Charlie being followed by his wife Ava, who is played by Mandy Moore, while he's walking shirtless around their room.

A panic Ava tries to ask him to help save her parents' marriage. "I need to stop mom from leaving. We get two of them together, we can talk it through," she suggests. When he thinks it's a bad idea, she begs him, "I'm running out of option, Charlie. Please help me."
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Emma Roberts Keeps Her Distance From Chord Overstreet at Nylon Party

May 06, 2011 08:29:13 GMT


Emma Roberts and Chord Overstreet keep many guessing about their relationship. The two sparked hook-up rumor after they were spotted making out in public at a Coachella party in late April, but were seen keeping their distance when joining the celebration of Nylon magazine's Young Hollywood issue on Wednesday, May 4.

To Celebuzz, an eyewitness from the bash held at Bardot in Hollywood, California shared, "They talked briefly for a while outside and again near Emma's table, but there wasn't any PDA." The observer went to note, "It was almost like they were purposefully trying to keep their distance. They didn't interact too much at all for people that are even just friends!"
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'Snow White' Close to Have Nathan Lane as Servant

May 06, 2011 08:27:48 GMT


Nathan Lane is set to return to the big screen for his first acting role in three years after entering final talks to play the loyal servant to Julia Roberts' evil queen in a new "Snow White" movie.

Roberts has already signed to star in cult director Tarsem Singh's retelling of the classic fairytale, and Phil Collins' daughter Lily will play the lead. Now its been revealed that Broadway legend Lane is in the last stage of negotiations to play the wicked queen's bumbling man-servant, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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Robert Pattinson Defenses Himself in Zebra Incident on Movie Set

May 06, 2011 08:26:50 GMT


Robert Pattinson was mocked by the crew on the set of "Water for Elephants" after he fled a rampaging zebra, leaving co-star Christoph Waltz to protect Reese Witherspoon. The "Twilight" hunk had to get up close to a series of circus animals in his new romantic drama, including elephants, lions and giraffes.

But the star insists it was a wild zebra that caused the most trouble - and almost left him branded a coward. He says, "Zebras are impossible to tame. One of them pulled away and ran towards me and I got out of the way."
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'Gypsy' Writer Arthur Laurents Died at 93

May 06, 2011 08:26:16 GMT


Legendary playwright Arthur Laurents, the man behind "West Side Story" and "Gypsy", has passed away at the age of 93. The celebrated director and writer died from complications of pneumonia at his home in New York City on Thursday, May 5.

His rep, Jonathan Lomma, says, "He died earlier this evening, peacefully in his sleep, at his home in New York City, after a short illness." After training as a radio writer, Laurents' career was interrupted when he was drafted into the U.S. army to fight in World War II. He ended up penning training films and plays for the military.
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Nicolas Cage Not Charged in Bust-Up Case

May 06, 2011 08:25:53 GMT


Nicolas Cage is in the clear following his arrest in New Orleans, Louisiana in April after authorities decided not to pursue charges. The "Con Air" actor was taken into police custody in the city after cops were called following a bust-up between the star and his wife Alice Kim.

Cage was subsequently freed on bail and now local officials have decided to close their investigation into the incident. Cage's rep Harry Rosenberg says, "The New Orleans District Attorney has confirmed that no charges of any kind will be pursued against him. After their investigation, the DAs refused all charges against Nick and the matter has been closed."
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Darren Criss: I Wore Pink Suit With Ruffles for Prom

May 06, 2011 07:51:35 GMT


Although he is playing a suave character on FOX's "Glee", Darren Criss claims he used to be pretty silly when it comes to fashion. Met at the series' TV Academy event in Los Angeles on Wednesday night, May 4, the 24-year-old hunk revealed to Access Hollywood what he wore to his real-life junior prom.

The actor famous for his portrayal of Blaine on the popular series spilled, "It was like an all pink suit with ruffles." For his footwear, he said, "I would paint my shoes green or something really loud and obnoxious that wasn't really very stylish, and probably a little too self-indulgent, but I was in high school."
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Paintball War Continues in 'Community' Season Finale Preview

May 06, 2011 07:30:15 GMT


The first half of "Community" season finale has just been aired on May 5, and NBC has teased the upcoming episode by giving away the sneak peek. Continuing the paintball war, the show will see game taking a dramatic turn with new intruders arriving on the scene.

The study group battles it out on various fronts, with Annie, Shirley and Britta worrying about how the game will end. But despite their arguments over strategy, they are all in agreement that they must unite to defeat the enemy.
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Jordin Sparks' Brand New Single 'I Am Woman' Released

May 06, 2011 07:20:48 GMT


Jordin Sparks is proud to be a woman, and she shows it off in her brand new single titled "I Am Woman". The "American Idol" alum brings positive energy in this female-empowerment track which was recorded for her next studio installment. She co-wrote the song with OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder.

Releasing the song to AOL, Jordin said of the message behind the tune, "[It's] a song about different aspects of the lives of women. It could be a mother, a performer, a woman working in a corporate space -- it's all about what we go through as women and how our lives are so crazy."
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Kirstie Alley Brags About Two-Hour Sex Sessions

May 06, 2011 07:13:23 GMT


Kirstie Alley stopped by "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and dropped interesting tidbit about her sex life. While chatting with host Ellen DeGeneres on Thursday, May 5, the 60-year-old contestant on this season of "Dancing with the Stars" revealed she used to have two hours of sex sessions a day.

"I really hadn't had a boyfriend for the last ten years - a serious boyfriend," the actress first made the confession. She went on to say, "[It was] the best ten years of my life. I had a lot of freedom! The way I used to pick guys was so shallow. Hot? OK, that'll be my husband. Here's my big revelation. I decided that in the best of times you have two hours of sex a day, so you have 22 hours left."
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'Charlie's Angels' Go Glamor in First Official Photo

May 06, 2011 06:49:48 GMT


ABC has released the first official picture for new show "Charlie's Angels". Instead of highlighting their risky job, the photo highlights the characters' glamorous and fun sides. It shows Minka Kelly, Annie Ilonzeh and Rachael Taylor sharing laugh while walking together and wearing beautiful outfits completed with matching accessories.

In the revamped TV version of the 1970s series, Kelly plays former U.S. Marine and weapons expert Marisa. Ilonzeh portrays smart, athletic ex-cop Kate, while Taylor is Abby, the youngest and sassiest of the group who is also a con artist. The three girls work for a private-investigation firm in Miami.
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Jack Sparrow Hung Upside Down in New 'Pirates of the Caribbean 4' Clip

May 06, 2011 06:32:50 GMT


As release date of "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" comes closer, Walt Disney Pictures releases a new clip of the Johnny Depp-starring movie. It opens with a scene where Captain Jack Sparrow is going to celebrate his takeover of Blackbeard's ship. "The ship is ours," Sparrow yelled while grinning from ear to ear.

His victory is, however, short lived when Blackbeard announces his presence on the deck. "Gentlemen...I be placed in a bewilderment," the villain addressed everyone. "There I were, resting. And upon a sudden, I hear an ungodly row on deck. What be that, First Mate?"
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Nikki Cox Gives Birth to First Son

May 06, 2011 06:20:55 GMT


A bundle of joy has arrived for Nikki Cox and her actor husband Jay Mohr. On Thursday, May 5, the actress known for her role as Mary Connell on "Las Vegas" gave birth to her first son with the comedian. The couple's representative confirmed the happy news to People magazine.

The baby boy weighed in at 6 lbs. 7 oz. and has been given the name of Meredith Daniel Mohr. Speaking of the new addition to their family, the couple gushed to the publication, "We are over the moon, filled with joy and every other cliche new parents use. He's perfect."
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'X-Men: First Class' Character Spots: Banshee, Beast and Havok

May 06, 2011 06:10:53 GMT


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20th Century Fox is attempting to introduce the young and gifted mutants in "X-Men: First Class" before the movie hits theaters June 3. Three character spots have just been released via MTV, giving an in-depth look of Banshee, Beast and Havok's abilities plus their trainings at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters.

Banshee, played by Caleb Landry Jones, is originally an ordinary boy by the name of Sean Cassidy. His power relies on sonic scream which he can use as a weapon by means of the wave length as well as a method of flight. Xavier, played by James McAvoy, tells him to train his voice like a muscle.
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'Nikita' Season Finale Preview: Unexpected Biggest Threat


May 06, 2011 05:05:52 GMT


Nikita is facing her biggest threat from the one she never saw coming in the season 1 final episode of "Nikita". Also in this explosive episode, Alex is going rogue after she was caught lying to Amanda.

Percy, looking like he is losing control of his best agent Michael, makes a move to take over the CIA. Meanwhile, Michael gets trapped inside Division, making him unable to help Nikita who may have to pay with her life for helping Alex.
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Keith Urban to Give Free Concert Tickets for Info Over Stolen Art

May 06, 2011 05:05:29 GMT


Country star Keith Urban has offered up free concert tickets to anyone with information that leads to the return of a sculptured tribute to him in Wisconsin. A salon owner bought the giant chair hand at installation, which is adorned with pictures of the singer/songwriter, and placed it outside her store in Eau Claire.

The piece was swiped last month and now Urban has joined the hunt for the missing hand. He is offering up four tickets and four VIP passes to any show on his upcoming Get Closer World Tour to anyone with vital information leading to the location of the hand.
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Meat Loaf Records Charity Single With 'Celebrity Apprentice' Contestants

May 06, 2011 05:05:06 GMT


Meat Loaf and his fellow "The Celebrity Apprentice" contestants John Rich, Lil Jon and Mark McGrath have recorded a charity single together.

The quartet, who all competed on the current season of the reality show, will give the proceeds from sales of "Standing in the Storm" to the charities they have been raising cash and awareness for on Donald Trump's series. The track will be released as a download via iTunes.com next week (beginning May9).
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Charlize Theron's Name Given to One of Three Girls in South Africa

May 06, 2011 05:02:53 GMT


Actress Charlize Theron has given pregnant mums in her native South Africa some inspiration - the star's name is one of the most popular there. The "Monster" star's mega success has had such a profound impact on her home town, many families have decided to pay tribute to the actress by naming their daughter Charlize.

She tells the New York Post, "There's a baby-naming boom in my native South Africa. Parents giving their infants my name. I grew up on a farm outside Benoni, where large numbers of local girls - one out of every three - are now called Charlize."
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Anthony Hopkins Encourages Kenneth Branagh to Play Lawrence Olivier

May 06, 2011 05:02:15 GMT


Anthony Hopkins gave his "Thor" director Kenneth Branagh the confidence to portray acting great Lawrence Olivier on the big screen by telling the star all about his encounters with the legend.

Branagh was mulling over the idea of playing Olivier opposite Michelle Williams in "My Week With Marilyn" as he shot "Thor" - and he couldn't decide whether it was something he could pull off.
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Brad Pitt Hugs and Chats With Courteney Cox at Dinner Party

May 06, 2011 05:01:11 GMT


Brad Pitt and his ex-wife Jennifer Aniston's best pal Courteney Cox proved there's no ill feeling between them after they chatted over dinner while celebrating their manager's birthday. The pair was close when the "Troy" hunk was married to Cox's "Friends" co-star until their divorce in 2005, when Pitt hooked up with Angelina Jolie.

But, despite the marriage split, Cox hugged and chatted with her friend's former husband when they were guests at manager Cynthia Pett-Dante's birthday bash at Eva Longoria's Hollywood restaurant Beso on Wednesday night, May 4.
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Beyonce Knowles' Charity Single 'God Bless the USA' Hits the Web


May 06, 2011 04:47:12 GMT


Beyonce Knowles is not only busy preparing her new album but is also occupied with charity works. Beside supporting First Lady Michelle Obama's campaign against childhood obesity, she has recorded a charity single as well. It's a cover version of patriotic song "God Bless the USA" and will be released to raise fund for New York Police and Fire Widows' and Children's Benefit cause.

The re-recorded song is set to debut on national TV during "Piers Morgan Tonight". According to the former judge of "America's Got Talent", Beyonce first recorded "God Bless the USA" in 2008 for President Obama's campaign, but the older sister of Solange Knowles never released it until recently.
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Lady GaGa Performing Atop Giant Stiletto Piano on 'Oprah Winfrey Show'

May 06, 2011 04:09:15 GMT


On the day her highly-anticipated "Judas" music video was premiered, Lady GaGa appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" for its last "Hookup" segment. Wearing only a bra and underwear under a black transparent body suit and red shoulder-padded jacket, she sang acoustic version of "Born This Way" and "You and I".

At first, GaGa appeared on a giant screen. "Hello, Oprah and everyone. This is Lady GaGa. Congratulations on the last Harpo Hookups show. I feel so privileged and honored that I've ever been invited to perform on your show, and I only wish that I could be there today, except, sadly, I could not find the right pair of shoes to wear," she said
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Tupac Shakur's Only Screenplay 'Live 2 Tell' Finally Picked Up

May 06, 2011 04:07:21 GMT


Before his life was taken by bullets, Tupac Shakur spent some time behind bars which he made use to write a screenplay. "Live 2 Tell" rights have been acquired by Preston Holmes and Ivan Juzang-owned NStar Studios for a production in the first quarter of 2012.

The rapper's only screenplay follows the story of a teenage drug lord and his efforts to leave a life of crime. Shakur at that point of life was serving time for weapon possession charges. He was sentenced to 11 months at the Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora, N.Y.
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Video: Bin Laden Compared to Mouse on 'Happy Endings'

May 06, 2011 04:05:24 GMT


Another show coincidentally made a reference to Osama bin Laden just days after the terrorist's death became a hot topic. After NBC's "Chuck" featured a picture of Osama with big targets on his forehead and chest on May 2, ABC's "Happy Endings" mentioned him in a joke launched by Zachary Knighton's character on its May 4 episode.

In "Of Mice and Jazz-Kwon Do", Knighton's Dave and Elisha Cuthbert's Alex discuss how difficult it is to trap a mouse that has been running around her apartment. "It's been like, four days. I can't believe you haven't caught this mouse yet," she says.
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'Golden Voice' Ted Williams Heads Back to Rehab

May 06, 2011 03:44:21 GMT


Ted Williams, the man who became a household name for his golden voice, is going back to rehab. The 53-year-old's manager has informed TMZ that he will check himself into the Origins Recovery Center in South Texas, which is the same facility he was treated for his drug and alcohol dependency and left abruptly back in January.

His manager additionally mentioned that the YouTube sensation is expected to attend a 90-day program to "get his strength back" and to receive a "solid foundation in a 12-step program" this time around. As for his book deal and reality show, they have been put on hold until he completes the program.
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'Tomb Raider' Reboot Gets Writers, Olivia Wilde Says 'No'

May 06, 2011 03:22:25 GMT


The new "Tom Raider" movie is moving an inch closer to realization. "Iron Man" writing duo Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby are hired to write the script of the untitled Tomb Raider reboot project. "Mark and Hawk's clear sensibilities of action and emotion are perfect for the direction we are taking this franchise," producer Graham King announced.

GK Films, which is owned by King, acquired the rights to the video game adaptation for a new franchise. "We aim to write an origin story for Lara Croft that solidifies her place alongside Ellen Ripley and Sarah Connor in the pantheon of great female action heroes," Fergus and Ostby stated.
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'Brothers and Sisters' Could Return for New Season With Less Calista Flockhart


May 06, 2011 03:14:17 GMT


ABC is yet to pick up "Brothers & Sisters" for a new season, but the studio is reportedly trying to find a way to bring the show back for a sixth season. Rumor has it, the plans include an abbreviated final season and less Calista Flockhart.

With soft ratings and expensive large cast, the veteran ABC series may get budget reduction if it will come back for a sixth season to give a proper closure. Since Flockhart's character of Kitty is not so prominent anymore, the studio is said offering the actress to do only six episodes next season.
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First-Time Father Bryan Adams Names Daughter Bunny

May 06, 2011 03:06:45 GMT


Bryan Adams can now add fatherhood to his list of accomplishments. Representative for the 51-year-old rocker-photographer confirmed to People magazine that he has become a first-time father in late April after his personal assistant and co-founder of Bryan Adams Foundation, Alicia Grimaldi, gave birth to a daughter named Mirabella Bunny.

To the publication, the "Please Forgive Me" hitmaker shared, "I'm really proud to announce on 22 April, Mirabella Bunny was born." He added, "She arrived like all good Easter bunnies on Easter Friday. Mother and baby are both well and happy. Thanks in advance for your kind thoughts and wishes."
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Video: Jennifer Lopez Rules Dance Floor on 'American Idol' Performance


May 06, 2011 02:52:17 GMT


Jennifer Lopez has stepped out of her judge seat on "American Idol" to take the center stage for a performance. Pitbull kicked off her set with his rapping before she emerged on the stage. Wearing glimmering outfit, the wife of Marc Anthony broke glass cages to free the male dancers locked inside.

The other musical act singing on the Thursday night, May 5 show was country music trio Lady Antebellum. Dave Haywood, Charles Kelley and Hillary Scott showcased their brand new single "Just a Kiss" which serves as the first official offering off their upcoming studio album.
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Zoe Saldana Is Sexy Assassin in First 'Colombiana' Trailer

May 06, 2011 02:40:06 GMT


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"Never forget where you came from," is the emphasize in the first trailer of "Colombiana". Zoe Saldana stars as Cataleya, a young woman who has grown up to be an assassin after witnessing the murder of her parents as a child.

The trailer would like to explain how Cataleya came to where she is now, murdering people who have done her wrong. She reveals her childhood pain has fueled her passion to kill the mobsters who are responsible for her parents' deaths. Her ultimate goal is aided by her uncle who trained her as a bloodless killer.
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'Vampire Diaries' Season Finale Preview: Dying Damon Pleads Forgiveness


May 06, 2011 02:23:49 GMT


Damon is dying in the ultimate episode of "The Vampire Diaries" season 2, and Stefan is trying to save him. While waiting for his fate, Damon gets his memories of Katherine in 1864 mixed with the reality of Elena in the present day.

"He does try to seek her forgiveness and he desperately wants it. And as we've seen, he now has the extra reason, with the werewolf bite. 'I can't die with you hating me'," executive producer Julie Plec said of what Damon gets through in the season finale. "He needs to come to terms with all the decisions that he's made in the year - and not just in the year, but since Katherine seduced him 145 years ago."
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Bristol Palin Sparks Plastic Surgery Rumors With New Look


May 06, 2011 02:22:19 GMT


Bristol Palin has set off speculations on whether or not she has undergone facial plastic surgery. Showing up at the Candie's Foundation 2011 benefit gala at Cipriani in New York last Tuesday, May 3, the 20-year-old daughter of Sarah Palin debuted a new look with an angular jawline and more pronounced cheekbones.

The sleeker appearance quickly sent tongue wagging, but an inside source insisted to E! News the mother of one is not the kind of person who would alter her looks by going under the knife. "I can tell you that she has lost a tremendous amount of weight since 'Dancing With the Stars' and that is most likely the reason for the speculation," so said the source.
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Steven Spielberg's 'Lincoln' Cast 9 Actors, in Talks With 6

May 06, 2011 01:57:45 GMT


Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln" is eying a star-studded cast. Nine actors; Tommy Lee Jones, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Jeremy Strong, Hal Holbrook, James Spader, John Hawkes, Tim Blake Nelson, Bruce McGill and Joseph Cross are officially on board the film.

In addition, the producers are still in negotiations with several other actors to fill in the other roles. They are David Costabile, Byron Jennings, Dakin Matthews, Boris McGiver, Gloria Reuben, and David Warshofsky. According to Variety, the film is mirroring "JFK" in terms of having a lot of stars making cameo-like appearances.
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Apologizing for Anti-Gay Tweet, Blake Shelton Tweets 'I Love Everybody'

May 06, 2011 01:42:01 GMT


Country star Blake Shelton has sent his apology for his recent Twitter posting that was deemed as anti-gay. While he at first made light the misunderstanding caused by the controversial tweet, the "Hillbilly Bone" hitmaker turned serious after GLAAD demanded him to apologize for the his so-called "violent" remark.

"Hey y'all allow me to seriously apologize for the misunderstanding with the whole re-write on the Shania song last night...," the country singer first wrote on Thursday, May 5. "It honestly wasn't even meant that way... I now know that their are people out there waiting to jump at everything I say on here or anywhere."
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Nicki Minaj Reprises Her Lap Dance in 'Super Bass' Music Video


May 06, 2011 01:40:42 GMT


Nicki Minaj takes her fans to a vibrant world full of female and male eye candies in music video supporting her latest single "Super Bass". The femcee joins the ladies in a dance routine to pop music of the chorus, and flirts her way into a swimming pool with the chiseled guys. She, together with the girls, additionally gives the men a lap dance in a glow-in-the-dark scene.

"I just wanted to do something real colorful and cutesy. This is an icy world, it's a sexy world, it's a playful world," she once said of the Sanaa Hamri-directed video. "I would like to put out 50 videos. The videos really tell the story a lot more elaborately than just the song does."
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'American Idol' Result: Jacob Lusk Can't Escape Elimination


May 06, 2011 01:26:40 GMT


"American Idol" has sent home Jacob Lusk on Thursday, May 5. The 23-year-old singer joined Lauren Alaina in a group standing on the right side of the stage after mentor Jimmy Iovine gave him 6 for his Wednesday's performances of contemporary and 1960s' songs.

Once again, host Ryan Seacrest warned audience, "You might be surprised," before announcing the result from 60 million votes that came in for the contestants. He then divided the five finalists into two groups with Scotty McCreery, James Durbin and Haley Reinhart on the left side of the stage.
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Video Premiere: Lady GaGa's 'Judas'


May 05, 2011 22:45:00 GMT


Lady GaGa's potentially-offensive music video in support of her controversial single "Judas" has just been out for fans' viewing pleasure. Directed by the Monster ringleader with the help from her choreographer Laurianne Gibson, the video actually leaked hours before the official release date. This prompted her to rush the premiere around three hours earlier before the original schedule.

GaGa plays Mary Magdalene, and Norman Reedus portray Judas. Talking about her role, the outspoken singer said, "I play Mary Magdalene leading them into the town where we meet Jesus and I will leave the rest for you to see. But it's meant more to celebrate faith than it is to challenge it."
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David Guetta Hires Top Security Personnel to Track Hacker

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The producer and DJ David Guetta was left fuming when an unfinished version of the track, "Where Them Girls At", a collaboration with rappers Nicki Minaj and Flo Rida, emerged on the internet earlier this week.

The musician reveals the culprit stole his song and added his own production to the tune before releasing it on the web, claiming it was all David Guetta's work. The leak prompted the star's record label bosses to rush release the complete version ahead of schedule.
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Meat Loaf Ashamed of Gary Busey Bust-Up

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


Meat Loaf aimed an angry tirade at Gary Busey, his fellow contestant, after accusing the actor of stealing his art supplies during one creative challenge.

It has become one of the talking points of the current series - and Meat Loaf admits he's not proud that he lost his cool while the cameras were rolling.
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Lady GaGa Combats Leak by Releasing 'Judas' Video Online

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The promo of "Judas" video was due to air for the first time on Thursday evening on America's E! network, but the full clip surfaced on the internet that morning, sending fans and gossip bloggers into a frenzy.

Links to the video were promptly removed after it emerged the release was unauthorized, but now Lady GaGa has uploaded the complete five-and-a-half minute promo to her official website.
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Kylie Minogue Is Her Own Make-Up Artist

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The "Spinning Around" hit maker Kylie Minogue has enjoyed the luxury of make-up artists pampering her in the past but admits she has now dispensed with their services as she prefers to apply her own beauty products.

In a chat with her sister - TV talent show judge Dannii Minogue - for MyDaily.co.uk, she says, "I love doing my own make-up. My first tours, I did my own make-up because it was way beyond my reach or dreams to have a make-up artist on tour, so I would do it myself."
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Angela Bassett: 'Full Cast Returning for Waiting to Exhale Sequel'

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The hit romantic movie, "Waiting to Exhale" about the love lives of four female friends in Phoenix, Arizona, was a big screen adaptation of Terry McMillan's 1992 book of the same name, and Angela Bassett reveals the follow-up, based on the author's 2005 novel "Getting to Happy", is in the works.

And the star claims the full original cast, including Loretta Devine and Lela Rochon, are all on board for the upcoming project - which will see Forest Whitaker returning as director.
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Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Hit With New Charges


May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The sportsman Floyd Mayweather, Jr. is accused of verbally attacking Aaron Ryan and Miguel Burgos in October after they issued parking citations for two of his luxury cars left outside his mansion in Las Vegas.

According to the criminal complaint, Mayweather, Jr. lashed out at the guards, blasting, "My homies (friends) have guns. If you want me to call them, they'd come over here and take care of you."
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Julia Roberts Wants Oprah Network Series

May 05, 2011 21:08:00 GMT


The Oscar winner Julia Roberts interviewed fellow mums Hillary Clinton and Rosie O'Donnell for the Mother's Day show, which debuts in America on Saturday, May 7 - and admits she struggled to narrow down the subjects for the show to six.

She says, "For the filming, the only mum I was able to be with was Madam Secretary, Hillary Rodham Clinton, which was such an honor and a privilege, but they (crew) traveled, filming these women all over the country, all over the world. It was so impressive."
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Blake Shelton in Trouble With Gay Rights Group


May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


Blake Shelton paid tribute to Shania Twain's hit "Any Man of Mine" on Wednesday but took his own creative licensing with the words, sparking controversy for his anti-gay remarks.

He writes, "Re-writing my fav (favorite) Shania Twain song.. Any man that tries Touching my behind He's gonna be a beaten, bleedin', heaving kind of guy..."
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Chris Brown's Mum Wants Him to Discuss and 'Deal With' Rihanna Attack


May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The "Kiss Kiss" hit maker Chris Brown fell from grace after he was convicted of assaulting his then-girlfriend Rihanna in February 2009.

He sat down for a candid chat with CNN newsman Larry King months afterward, but has refused to discuss the matter ever since - even losing his temper and smashing a window at the "Good Morning America" TV studios in March when he was quizzed about the incident by presenter Robin Roberts.
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Mick Jagger's Daughter Loves to Get Topless, Bares All for Playboy

May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The sexy model, Elizabeth Jagger who is the spitting image of her mum, appears naked in the men's magazine - as Lizzy.

Her six-page, eight photo spread inside features 27-year-old Jagger baring all and seductively smoking a cigarette.
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Lady GaGa Donates to Mary J. Blige's Scholarship Fund


May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The two singers have bonded over their charity work and Mary J. Blige reveals the "Poker Face" hit maker Lady GaGa has made a substantial donation to her Foundation For the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN) organization, which provides scholarships for disadvantaged New Yorkers.

But GaGa isn't the only celebrity to lend support to Blige's cause.
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Kanye West Accused of Failing to Credit Songwriter Consequence

May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The "Stronger" star Kanye West recruited Consequence for his first four albums, but the pals fell out in 2009 when West refused to appear on his friend's sophomore album.

Consequence tells MTV, "Every album that he (West) had, I've been involved from a creative aspect in writing of songs. Check the credits, I get that publishing."
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James Franco Takes Theatre Production to NYC

May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The "127 Hours" star James Franco had planned to stage Collage, which is about Franco producing play, at Yale University, where he's pursuing a doctorate in English, but he was forced to scrap his plans due to school restrictions.

And now he's taking the show to his alma mater, New York University, where he's currently studying filmmaking.
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Dancing's Hines Ward Cuffed in Stolen Car Mix Up

May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The sportsman Hines Ward and a female friend had just left a restaurant in North Hollywood when they were pulled over by cops investigating a complaint about a missing vehicle.

They were ordered out of the car and Hines was cuffed by armed officers until the woman managed to prove the vehicle was hers.
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Jerry Seinfeld Launches Comedy Website

May 05, 2011 18:12:00 GMT


The site, JerrySeinfeld.com, opens for business on Friday, May 6 and will serve as Jerry Seinfeld's authorized archive, created to make sure his legacy lives on.

He tells the New York Times, "I really thought, 'Where's my stuff going to be when I'm dead? Is it just gone for all time? Who could sift through it?'"
 
 
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