December 09, 2011

An extra on the New York City set of "The Dark Knight Rises" suffered a heart attack during rehearsals and died. The unnamed actor was believed to have wandered off the set during a break and was later found unconscious.

"The studio can confirm that a male extra passed away while on a break during an off-set crowd rehearsal for a sequence with several hundred extras... in early November," a Warner Bros. rep told NY Post. "Production fully cooperated with the authorities' investigation, which established that he died of natural causes."

While enjoying the success of "Avatar", James Cameron has to face a lawsuit. The director of the highest-grossing movie of all time has been accused by his former employee of stealing his idea for the sci-fi movie.

In the suit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Eric Ryder who worked for Cameron's Lightstorm claims that he came up with a story called "K.R.Z. 2068" which is described as an "environmentally-themed 3-D epic about a corporation's colonization and plundering of a distant moon's lush and wondrous natural setting."

Jagged Edge are speaking out against claims that they stood up a fan who has hired them for his wedding. Through their representative, the R&B group told TMZ that they "are very heartbroken and sad" Victor Diaz's wedding "got destroyed due someone using our name without permission."

Victor reportedly is looking to suing Jagged Edge, the record label and JE's management company. He reasoned, "They humiliated me and cost my wife her dream." But, the four-men group were not worried. "As far as court goes ... if the guy does decide to sue, good luck," their rep said, "because we didn't agree to anything and he will see he had a forgery contract."

The first trailer for upcoming movie "What to Expect When You're Expecting" has been unleashed. It gives a look at what happens to four couples, who are all expecting their first child, when they come to understand that things seldom go according to plan when having a baby.

One of those expecting women is Elizabeth Banks. "I'm calling it. Pregnancy sucks! Making a human being is really hard. I have no control over my body or my emotions. Carebear, I'm sorry, all I want to do is punch you in the face," she confesses to audience and her husband in front of her.

Eddie Murphy may channel his inner politician in his upcoming project. The "Saturday Night Live" alum is attached to portray former Washington D.C. Mayor Marion Barry in a biopic which is in development by HBO Films.

The not-yet-titled TV project has Spike Lee on board to direct with John Ridley penning the script. Murphy, Lee and Ridley are additionally set to executive produce, while Journalists Harry Jaffe and Tom Sherwood as well as filmmakers Dana Flor and Toby Oppenheimer will serve as consultants.

Just a few days after being announced as the frontrunner to have the first and second biggest selling album in the United Kingdom, Adele is revealed as the 2011 queen of iTunes by topping not just one but two lists. The British pop sensation rules lists of both best selling song and album on the digital store.

Adele's single "Rolling in the Deep" becomes the most downloaded song. The track, which actually was released a year ago, overshadows LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem" which occupies the second place. Katy Perry's "Firework", Bruno Mars' "Grenade", and Cee-Lo Green's "Forget You" round up the top 5.

Angelina Jolie apparently considers Brad Pitt as more than just the love of her life. The director/screenwriter of "In the Land of Blood and Honey" opens up about the significance of the "Moneyball" actor in her life when speaking to Marie Claire for its January 2012 issue.

"He has expanded my life in ways I never imagined," gushes the 36-year-old. "We built a family. He is not just the love of my life, he is my family. I hold that very dear. I suppose what I've learned from Brad is to be able to have the kind of family whose happiness and well-being comes before your own." She additionally notes she wouldn't have such a loving family without him.

Charlize Theron brigtened up the black carpet of "Young Adult" premiere at the Zigfield Theater in New York City on Thursday, December 8. Attending the promotional event for her latest movie, the Academy Award winner slipped into a tight red leather dress which highlights her slim figure. Looking happy, the female lead of the movie reportedly joked with photographers who took her pictures.

Earlier the same day, the 36-year-old actress was spotted leaving The Ed Sullivan Theater after taping an interview for "Late Show with David Letterman". For the occasion, she donned an Antonio Berardi black-and-white dress with geometric design, which she hid under a snug black jacket upon her arrival.

Sinead O'Connor has got herself a non-traditional wedding in Las Vegas. The Irish singer tied the knot for the fourth time on the same day she turned 45, saying her "I do" to therapist fiance Barry Herridge from the back of a pink Cadillac. One source told PEOPLE, "She wanted to do the whole thing in a Cadillac. That was her thing."

Offering more details, the publication reported that Sinead and Barry arrived at A Little White Wedding Chapel at around 7 P.M. on Thursday, December 8 after filling out paperwork. The "Nothing Compares 2 U" hitmaker reportedly "cried during the vows and had to wipe her eyes." As for her wedding dress, she opted to wear a pink, low-cut dress that exposes her tattoos.

"Man Up!" has become the latest newbie which likely meets an ill fate. After struggling to gain viewers since its premiere last October, the comedy series has been pulled from the network's schedule.

The show's Tuesday, 8:30 P.M. slot will be filled with reruns of Tim Allen-starrer "Last Man Standing" effective next week. Starting January 3, 2012, freshman "Work It" will take over the slot.

The crazy adventure of Alex and his gang of zoo-friendly animals continues with "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted", and the first trailer has been unveiled. Coming out via Yahoo! Movies, the brand new video gives a taste on how the foursome get into trouble in Monte Carlo and a peek at their potential new friend and foe.

After escaping to Africa, Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe are still fighting to get home to New York City. With King Julien, Maurice and the Penguins tagging along for another comedic ride, they travel through Europe under a perfect cover, a traveling circus that they reinvent Madagascar style.

Originally set to premiere this coming Saturday, December 9, Pitbull's music video for his Chris Brown-assisted single "International Love" has leaked days early. In this clip, the two male artists ooze masculinity in their suits and complete their look with black shades as they perform in front of galactic setting.

"The music video is about the global presence of Mr. Worldwide, how he went from Mr. 305 to being a global phenomenon," director David Rousseau said. "Now the world is his stage." Pitbull elaborated, "It's all about the music being global, the music being the universal language and it goes to show you no matter what language you may speak and or not speak, you speak music."

Golden Globe Awards continues its tradition to choose the daughter of a movie industry veteran to become Miss Golden Globe. For its 69th annual celebration next year, event organizers have chosen Rainey Qualley, the daughter of Andie MacDowell, to do the honor to assist in the upcoming awards show.

"I would like to thank the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for giving me this wonderful opportunity to serve as Miss Golden Globe 2012," 21-year-old Rainey said in a press conference which took place at Cecconi's in West Hollywood. "I'm really looking foward to being a part of this year's awards presentation."

Schmidt channels his inner Santa Claus in the upcoming episode of "New Girl". However, instead of sporting a big belly and thick beard, he will bare his chest and rocks short pants while girls are lining up to take pictures with him.

On their first Christmas together, Jess, her boyfriend Paul, and her roommates will attend Schmidt's holiday office party. Winston is not too impressed by a small gift from Nick, while Jess frets when she receives an expensive gift from Paul.

Nicki Minaj believes the liplock she shared with Madonna recently was better than the one the Material Girl had with Britney Spears at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards. When a Twitter follower threw in the comparison question, the "Moment 4 Life" hitmaker enthused, "It was more romantic. Bwaha!"

The raptress, who turned 29 on Thursday, December 8, got a smooch from the 53-year-old pop star on the music video set of "Give Me All Your Love" on Wednesday. Ecstatic, she took to Twitter to share the news, "OH MY f'ingggg Gahhhh!!!!! MADONNA jus kissed me!!!!! On the lips!!!!!!! It felt sooooo good. Soooo soft!!!! *passes out* aaahhhhh!!!!!!!!!"

Jason Segel has debuted a music video for "Man or Muppet" which he recorded for a soundtrack of holiday movie "The Muppets". The clip follows the actor, who tackles the role of a Muppet fan named Gary, as he struggles to cope with the heartache he has to endure after his girlfriend Mary, played by Amy Adams, left him.

Featuring lots of A-list cameos such as Selena Gomez, Lady GaGa, George Clooney, Katy Perry, "The Muppets" was released in the United States on November 23. It sees Gary and Mary teaming up with Miss Piggy and the Muppet gang to stop the mean Tex Richman from destroying Muppet Theater and Muppets Studio to drill oil.

Pitbull may join the "Glee" big family. After casting Gloria Estefan as Santana's mother, the FOX musical series is wooing the 30-year-old rapper to star as Santana's older brother, so The Hollywood Reporter confirms.

In addition to Santana's family members, gleeks will likely see Rachel's parents soon. According to the report, the show is currently looking for actors to portray Lea Michele's on-screen gay fathers.

Alec Baldwin is facing one backlash after another after issuing a sarcastic apology for his on-flight disturbance. Having angered Greyhound Bus Lines with the comparison he made of the bus company and American Airlines, the "30 Rock" star found himself being criticized by a 9/11 widow for his reference to the fatal day in his Huffington Post blog.

"I absolutely think [Alec's statement] was an inappropriate comment to make," Cheryl McGuinness Hutchins, whose husband was the co-pilot of an American Airlines plane that hit the World Trade Center, told TMZ. She was referring to the actor's piece that read, "I believe carriers and airports have used [9/11] as an excuse to make the air travel experience as inelegant as possible."

T-Pain drives his luxury car to a junkyard in a music video for his track "Let Me Talk". He is joined by a number of chicks who show off their curvy figures in revealing outfits. While he croons his auto-tuned verses, the girls seductively move their bodies to the music.

The auto-tuned king has released a bunch of viral music videos leading to the release of his new album "RevolveR". He additionally preceded the CD with a street album called "PrEVOLVEr" which features Birdman, Lil Wayne and Bow Wow.

Sacha Baron Cohen is close to land a role in Tom Hooper's high-profile film "Les Miserables". According to The Sun, the "Borat" actor is in talks to tackle the main villain in the big screen adaptation of the famous play.

Baron Cohen is expected to star as Monsieur Thenardier, who is described as the father of Eponine and Azelma. Along with his wife, he spoils and pampers them as children, before they leave them on the streets.

Queen Latifah is telling people she's no Oprah Winfrey. The rapper-turned-actress is prepping for her return to daytime television, and people have been buzzing that she will fill the void left by the former queen of daytime. She, however, refused the comparison in an interview with Essence Magazine.

"People say I'm going to be the next Oprah. No. Oprah is still Oprah," the 41-year-old Grammy winner, who graces the cover of the publication's January 2012 issue, said when addressing the matter. She went on to stress, "I'll be the next me. I feel like there's always a lane for me as long as I'm true to myself."

The judges were forced to make a hard decision on "The X Factor (US)" top 5 result show. Following the Wednesday performance show, it was revealed on Thursday, December 8 that Marcus Canty and Rachel Crowe landed on the bottom two.

Marcus, who was also on the verge of getting eliminated a week ago, sang "I'm Goin' Down" for his survival performance. As for Rachel, the 13-year-old girl who appeared among the standouts since the beginning opted to deliver "I'd Rather Go Blind".

Warner Bros. Pictures has debuted the first trailer for "The Lucky One". Coming out via Apple, the freshly released promo video opens with a scene where Zac Efron's Logan Thibault found a photo of Taylor Schilling's Beth Clayton during a war in Iraq. It continues to unravel the budding romance between the two strangers.

Logan is a Marine who survives three tours in Iraq. Crediting his survival to a photograph of a woman he has never met, he sets out to meet his good-luck charm when he finally returns home. After finding out who the woman is, he comes knocking on her door and gets a job from her mother. Soon, sparks fly between the two.

Coldplay are back on the road in an effort to support their latest studio album "Mylo Xyloto". The band will travel across North America starting April 17, 2012 and will bring the tour opener to Edmonton, AB at Rexall Place.

The "Fix You" hitmakers are set to have 21 shows in the country and have announced only half of them. Tickets for the upcoming tour are scheduled to go on general sale beginning Saturday, December 17 at 10 A.M. (local time). Tickets for the two L.A. Bowl shows in May, however, will not be made available for purchase until January 2012.

"Smash" has snatched a Hollywood big-screen vet for a guest-starring role. Through a press release, it is announced that Uma Thurman has been booked for a five-episode arc on the new musical drama series.

Thurman's character is described as "a famous and somewhat difficult movie star who flirts with the idea of starring in 'Marilyn', the musical within the musical." It is unknown if she will sing on the Steven Spielberg-executive produced show.

Jeff Probst is officially off the market. The host of all 23 seasons of CBS' "Survivor" has tied the knot with Lisa Ann Russell, the ex-wife of Mark-Paul Gosselaar, on Monday, December 5. A spokesperson for the newlywed confirmed the happy news through PEOPLE.

Accordingly, the couple exchanged wedding vows witnessed by family and friends in an intimate ceremony at a private Los Angeles residence. This is a second marriage for both. 50-year-old Jeff divorced psychotherapist Shelley Wright after five years of marriage in 2001, while 40-year-old Lisa was married to Mark-Paul for 14 years before he filed for divorce in June 2010.

Though he didn't graduate from high school, Jay-Z stresses that education is "super important" so he encourages people to value it. To help youngsters achieve their goal, the rap mogul announced in a press conference that he has set two charity concerts at New York's Carnegie Hall to raise fund for the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation and the United Way of New York City.

The MC said in a statement, "I don't have a high school diploma or a college diploma, but still for me to articulate, I had to have some form of schooling to articulate my thoughts." He added, "The fact that I can use the arts and my talent to benefit the education of the next generation of artist, entrepreneurs and great thinkers makes for a legendary night."

Former "Grey's Anatomy" star Katherine Heigl is ready to tackle double duty in a non romantic-comedy movie. The 33-year-old actress is in negotiations with Millenium Films to star in and produce a thriller film based on Tony Giglio's new spec script called "The Follower".

According to Variety, Heigl is expected to produce the movie along with her mother and manager Nancy Heigl through their Abishag banner. Plot details of the forthcoming movie, however, are still kept under tight wraps.

The Duggars won't be welcoming another member to their big family in April 2012 after all. On Thursday, December 8, the "19 Kids and Counting" stars learned that matriarch Michelle Duggar suffered a miscarriage in the second trimester. She has since opened up about the most difficult part of the discovery.

"I feel like my heart broke telling my children," the 45-year-old told PEOPLE. "They have all been so excited about this baby and looking forward to April coming around and having a new little one in our arms. That was the most difficult. The Lord is the giver of life and he can choose when that life is ready to go on and be with Him."

Lisa D'Amato has snatched the winner title on "America's Next Top Model: All-Stars", but it's not her victory which becomes talks of the town. During the cycle 17 finale which was aired on Wednesday, December 7, the judges announced that Angelea Preston, who was among the top 3 along with Lisa and Allison Harvard, was disqualified and could not continue her participation on the show.

"We're back in Los Angeles on the Top Model set and we're here for a special finale that's being conducted under unusual circumstances," judge/executive producer Tyra Banks said during the final judges panel. Prior to that, the three women had done their last challenges, which included doing a Cover Girl commercial, a photo shoot for Vogue Italia on the beach in Crete, and a runway show.