Man arrested at Brad Pitt's LA home
Man arrested at Brad Pitt's LA home
LOS ANGELES - A man who identified himself as a freelance reporter was arrested outside the Los Angeles home of Brad Pitt, police saidA housekeeper called police around noon Wednesday after she saw a car blocking the actor's driveway, Officer Karen Smith said.
The man got out of the car and asked which house belonged to Pitt, the housekeeper told officers.
The 25-year-old reporter was arrested for investigation of trespassing and taken into custody on a "private person's arrest," Smith said. It will be up to the housekeeper to decide whether to press charges.
Third cover for 'Girls Next Door'
Third cover for 'Girls Next Door'
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Three is the magic number for Playboy magazine's March issueHolly Madison, Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson — better known as Hugh Hefner's trio of blonde girlfriends from E!'s "The Girls Next Door" reality series — will appear for the third time on the cover of Playboy.
"It kinda happened by accident," Hefner told The Associated Press. "It was not the original plan. I knew we were overdue for a cover featuring the girls. For our annual sexiest celebrities list, we always get votes from readers on the Internet of who should be on the top of the list. Lo and behold, as the votes were coming in, we found the girls moving up higher and higher on the list."
Madison, Marquardt and Wilkinson will be featured together in three different covers for the "25 Sexiest Celebrities" issue. In the newsstand edition cover image, out Feb. 8, the women are clad in glittery lingerie in front of a starry backdrop.
"To be perfectly frank, I have unexpectedly fallen in love," Hefner said of his ongoing relationship with the three women. "It is the relationship with Holly that will probably last forever. The others will last for as long as they want it to last before going on with their careers and lives."
Among the celebrities to make Playboy's list are Jennifer Love Hewitt, Alicia Keys, Cameron Diaz, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears. Hefner said the top three online celebrity vote-getters were Angelina Jolie, Scarlett Johansson and Jessica Alba, with "The Girls Next Door" coming in fourth place
Lindsay Lohan Lampooned!
Lindsay Lohan Lampooned!
With all the awards show stuff starting up for 2008, one very distinguished honor has already been bestowed on Lindsay Lohan… she's been nominated for not one, but two Razzies!
Her dual roles in "I Know Who Killed Me" are garnering her all kinds of recognition from Razzie founder John Wilson.
Wilson told press, "I Know Who Killed Me is the most fabulously brainless movie since Showgirls. By the end of it, you still don't know what happened. Are they twins or aren't they? Did she imagine it? Can I please have my hour and 50 minutes back?"
LiLo plays both a stripper and an abducted small-town girl in the widely-panned flick. In fact, "I Know Who Killed Me" earned a total of nine nominations, making it the most dissed film of 2007.
We'll have all the Razzie winners for you as soon as they're announced on February 23rd, the day before the Oscars.
Paris Hilton Talks Up Nicole Richie's Baby
Paris Hilton Talks Up Nicole Richie's Baby
She's been busy promoting her latest movie at the Sundance Film Festival, as well as attending rapper 50 Cent's MySpace Nights concert. But Paris Hilton still made time to boast about her BFF Nicole Richie's new baby.
Harlow Winter Kate Madden was born on January 12th and ever since, the "Stars are Blind" singer has been going all out to pamper her new "niece."
Paris told press, "I'm so excited! I've sent her all these presents. I'm going to spoil her!" As for the newborn's moniker, Hilton says it's a trendsetter, for sure.
"It's the coolest name ever. I'm like, 'That is the coolest name, oh my God!' I wouldn't even think she would have thought of that. It's a beautiful name. Nicole is so into it. She always knows what's cool before it happens."
As for her former short-lived BFF Britney Spears, Paris wishes her only the best. "She's such a sweet girl. When I'm alone with her, she's a completely different person than they make her out to be. And I love her, I think she's very sweet and has a big heart. She's amazing. I just want her to be happy. I think everything's going to be OK."
Christian Brando dies at L.A. hospital
Christian Brando dies at L.A. hospital
LOS ANGELES - Christian Brando, the troubled eldest son of the late famed actor Marlon Brando, has died from pneumonia at a Los Angeles hospital, an attorney said Saturday. He was 49.Brando died Saturday morning at Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, said David Seeley, an attorney representing Marlon Brando's estate. Seeley said Brando was taken to the hospital on Jan. 11.
"This is a sad and difficult time for the family," Seeley said.
Born on May 11, 1958, Brando was a high school dropout and never had much of a career. He had small roles in a handful of movies, including 1968's "I Love You, Alice B. Toklas!" but he was better known for his brushes with the law.
He spent five years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in 1990 for killing his sister's boyfriend, Dag Drollet, at the Brando family's hilltop estate.
Brando said he accidentally shot Drollet as they struggled for a gun during an argument over whether Drollet, 26, had beaten Brando's pregnant half-sister, Cheyenne.
Cheyenne, who later gave birth to Drollet's son but lost custody of the child, committed suicide in 1995. She was 25. Family associates said she had been distraught since her boyfriend's death.
In a 1991 interview with the Los Angeles Times, Brando said he never intended to kill Drollet, but wanted to scare him. "I just sat there and watched the life go out of this guy," Brando said.
At his son's trial, Marlon Brando pleaded for leniency, telling the court: "I think that perhaps I failed as a father."
Brando's ex-wife, Deborah Brando, sued him for domestic violence in 2005. She claimed that shortly after their 2004 marriage, Brando repeatedly beat her and threatened to kill her in the presence of her teenage daughter.
Brando countersued, alleging that his ex-wife broke into his home and beat him because he wanted to annul their marriage only 10 weeks after exchanging vows.
The lawsuits were settled last year on undisclosed terms.
Brando was charged January 2005 with two counts of spousal abuse and he later pleaded no contest. He was placed on three years' probation and ordered to drug and alcohol rehabilitation as well as a spousal-abuse prevention program.
Brando also was the one-time lover of Bonnie Lee Bakley, who was shot to death in 2001. At one time, Bakley claimed Brando had fathered her child but tests showed it belonged to actor Robert Blake, whom she later married.
Blake was tried for her murder and acquitted but later ordered to pay $30 million in a wrongful death lawsuit. During that civil case, Blake's lawyer suggested Brando was the killer, although police never implicated him.
Brando, who had denied any involvement, invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination on the stand during the trial.
Seeley said Brando was not married at the time of his death and did not leave any children.
Brando was the eldest of the actor's nine children, according to a will the Oscar-winner left following his death in 2004. Brando's mother was actress Anna Kashfi. She and Marlon Brando divorced after a year.
That touched off a 16-year custody battle for Christian, who was 5 months old at the time of the separation.
"I found him to be an extremely personable, bright gentleman," said Bruce Margolin, an attorney who represented Brando. "He was very well-loved in his family. I think his life was too short."
There are no funeral plans yet scheduled, he added.
Jennifer Ansiton Lights Up the Set
Jennifer Ansiton Lights Up the Set
Continuing on with the filming of her latest movie, Jennifer Aniston lit up the set with co-star Aaron Eckhart on Thursday in Vancouver, Canada.
And while the latest talk pits Jen and Entourage actor Kevin Connelly together, the former Friends star and Mr Eckhart seemed pretty chummy in between takes.
As previously reported by Fropki, Aniston is shooting for the film Traveling, which is "a romantic drama is about a widower (Eckhart) whose book about coping with loss turns him into a best-selling self-help guru."
The IMDB synopsis of the film adds, "On a business trip to Seattle, he falls for a woman (Aniston) who attends one of his seminars, only to learn that he hasn't yet truly confronted his wife's passing."
Tentative deal reached on tax rebates
Tentative deal reached on tax rebates
WASHINGTON - Democratic and Republican congressional leaders reached a tentative deal Thursday on tax rebates of $300 to $1,200 per household and business tax cuts to jolt the slumping economy.
Congressional officials close to the negotiations said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Republican Leader John Boehner of Ohio reached agreement in principle in a telephone call Thursday morning.
The officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the two wanted key members of their parties to sign off on the accord before any announcement.
The development came as the Bush administration, which also has been pushing for a deal, said agreement seemed imminent. "Our understanding is there is no final deal yet but they are making progress," presidential spokeswoman Dana Perino said early Thursday.
Pelosi, D-Calif., agreed to drop increases in food stamp and unemployment benefits during a Wednesday meeting in exchange for gaining rebates of at least $300 for almost everyone earning a paycheck, including low-income earners who make too little to pay income taxes.
Pelosi, answering questions from reporters Thursday after a speech in Washington, said, "I am not confirming anything." But Pelosi added she would have something to say later.
Under the tentative plan, families with children would receive an additional $300 per child, subject to an overall cap of perhaps $1,200, according to a senior House aide who outlined the deal on condition of anonymity in advance of formal adoption of the whole package. Rebates would go to people earning below a certain income cap, likely individuals earning $75,000 or less and couples with incomes of $150,000 or less.
Workers would have to have earned at least $3,000 in 2007 to receive the rebates, the officials said.
The cost of the final business tax break package was uncertain. The two leaders agreed to allow businesses to immediately write off 50 percent of purchases of plants and other capital equipment and to permit small businesses to write off additional purchases of equipment. It appeared that a provision to allow businesses suffering losses now to reclaim taxes previously paid might be dropped to reduce the cost of the business package.
Sen. Max Baucus, D-Mont., scheduled a meeting of the Senate Finance Committee for next week to discuss the stimulus package.
"The Senate will want to speak, as well," Baucus said, adding that he and Sen. Charles Grassley of Iowa, the panel's senior Republican, had "agreed to work together, move quickly, and mark up economic stimulus legislation next week."
President Bush has supported larger rebates of $800-$1,600, but his plan would have left out 30 million working households who earn paychecks but don't make enough to pay income tax, according to calculations by the Urban Institute-Brookings Institution Tax Policy Center. An additional 19 million households would receive only partial rebates under Bush's initial proposal.
To address the mortgage crisis, the package also allows Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — government-sponsored companies that are the two biggest U.S. financers and guarantors of home loans — to buy home mortgages much larger than the current $417,000 limit. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., and chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, said that lending cap might reach as high as $700,000 in areas with the highest home prices.
After a key Wednesday night meeting in which the parameters of an agreement were reached, Pelosi and Boehner spoke again Thursday to cement the accord.
In the talks, Pelosi pressed to make sure tax relief would find its way into the hands of lower-income earners while Boehner pushed to include upper middle-class couples, according to congressional aides.
The emerging package was already drawing fire from liberal activists and labor unions upset that proposals to extend unemployment insurance and boost food stamps had been dropped. They said those ideas could pump money into the economy more quickly than tax rebate checks that won't be delivered until June.
Conservative Republicans were likely to be restless over tax rebates going to those without income tax liability.
Democratic aides said greater GOP flexibility over giving relief to poor families with children — who would not have been eligible under Bush's original tax rebate proposal — was the catalyst that moved the talks forward.
Pelosi's decision to drop expanding unemployment payments and more money for food stamps — which many lawmakers had assumed would be included in the package — is controversial with Democratic constituencies, who were already stung by a decision to deny states more money for their Medicaid programs.
Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale: Workout Time
Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale: Workout Time
While her boyfriend Zac Efron is in the hospital recovering from an emergency appendectomy, Vanessa Hudgens spent the day with another High School Musical co-star pal.
The 19-year-old and BFF Ashley Tisdale were spotted attending a pilates class at a local gym in Encino on Wednesday afternoon - joking and laughing on the way in.
Both Hudgens and Tisdale are busy with upcoming movies and recording sessions, with an insider telling E! that the 19-year-old is nearly finished with her sophomore album.
"She is wrapping up in the recording studio right now," the source said, adding that "Hudgens has been logging marathon hours at a Hollywood studio on an almost daily basis."
A follow-up to 2006's V, Hudgens' solo debut, the new effort is "definitely more grown-up than her first CD," the source adds.
Wife of Brit's Pap Pal Seeks Separation
Wife of Brit's Pap Pal Seeks Separation
Los Angeles (E! Online) - A day after Adnan Ghalib took to the airwaves to defend his relationship with Britney Spears as being "far from over" comes word that his relationship with his wife of four years is far from on. Azlynn Elizabeth Berry filed for a legal separation from Ghalib in Los Angeles Superior Court Friday, citing the ever-popular irreconcilable differences.
Per the court filing, Berry, who has chosen to represent herself in the separation proceedings, is seeking spousal support from Ghalib, as well as to have her hubby of four years foot the bill for any and all legal fees stemming from the action.
In her filing, Berry stated that she and the 35-year-old Finalpixx photographer tied the knot on Dec. 18, 2003 and separated on Jan. 18, 2008—the same day the papers were filed in the courthouse. She also stated in her paperwork that the couple shared no children together.
While Berry's court documents did not elaborate on the nature of the irreconcilable differences, even the most casual of internet perusers may be able to hazard a guess as to one potential relationship sore point: the increasing amount of time Ghalib has been spending with Spears, his once and future, at least from the looks of things, cash cow.
Though he was keen to deny any payment changed hands, Ghalib at least got a cut of the limelight Tuesday night, when he spoke publicly about his relationship with Spears for the first time in the inaugural installment of a multi-part interview with Entertainment Tonight and the Insider.
During the televised tell-all, Ghalib denied reports that his involvement with the "Gimme More" superstar was motivated by anything other than genuine emotion, calling foul on tabloid insistence that he ever had plans to sell private photos of Spears or seek to make money off his association.
"In time, I think people will understand that," he said.
For his part, Ghalib, who has had the tables turned on him in recent months, getting photographed alongside Spears everywhere from late-night joyrides to pregnancy test pit stops to even a dinner date at Malibu's Tony Taverna's restaurant Tuesday night which ended when the duo inadvertently sideswiped a motorcyclist attempting to get close to the duo's vehicle, said that his relationship with the pop star only "turned romantic" just before Christmas.
When asked if he ever thought about marrying Spears, he said that he'd "be lying if I said no."
To further stress their commitment, Ghalib went on to say that their now infamous amble through the pregnancy test section of a Los Angeles Rite Aid this month was not, as pal Sam Lutfi has said, a joke they were playing on paparazzi. (Ghalib's own Finalpixx agency sold the pictures of the excursion.) Rather, he claimed that Spears genuinely believed she might be expecting—"She was feeling a lot of things she said she felt when she was pregnant. I think she was hoping she was pregnant with my child."
However, the paparazzo did deny reports that Spears was less than mentally stable.
"She is not crazy at all," he said. "She never has suicidal tendencies. You've got to understand the love she has for her kids outweighs anything else."
As for her Jan. 3 custody standoff and subsequent hospitalization, Ghalib said Spears' seeming laughter while being transported via gurney into the ambulance simply came from the singer's dismay at the entire unfolding of events.
"She didn't understand why she was taken to the hospital. She didn't feel the need to be there. I think she was just afraid of what was going to happen. It doesn't mean you are crazy."
As for her relationship with her kids, Sean Preston and Jayden James, Ghalib said that the boys were her "primary focus."
"She doesn't talk about a strategy to get them back. That's something that's very private to her. She loves those kids—it pains her a lot."
Winehouse fans urge singer to shun drugs
Winehouse fans urge singer to shun drugs
LONDON (AFP) - Amy Winehouse's fans begged her to get help Tuesday after the troubled British singer was filmed purportedly smoking crack cocaineOn its website, The Sun newspaper released footage of Winehouse, 24, in which she appears to inhale from a crack pipe.
The soul vocalist, seated in front of one of her wedding pictures, claimed she had just taken "about six valium" before lighting up.
The Sun alleged that Winehouse "took hit after hit of the deadly drug after a 19-minute binge in which she snorted powdered ecstasy and cocaine".
A spokesman for the star declined to comment.
The video was purportedly filmed after 5:00 am last Friday at her east London home, hours before she attended a court hearing for husband Blake Fielder-Civil.
He is awaiting trial on charges of assault and conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.
Her record company, Universal, said: "We are deeply disappointed and upset by these latest revelations and are doing everything we can to offer Amy our full support in dealing with her problems," according to the BBC.
On her official online fans' forum, people pleaded with the singer to change her ways.
The footage showed "what we feared the most," wrote one contributor, 'sjwatson'. "Amy, don't waste your life."
Another fan, 'Rebba' urged her to get of London and forget about her husband "and the druggies that flock around you. Kick 'em all."
First-time poster 'Frank 1962' urged her not to join the "stupid club" of dead rock stars.
Winehouse, who has earned six Grammy nominations -- the music industry's most prestigious awards -- is due in court in Bergen, western Norway, on February 29 after being arrested and fined for drug use and possession of marijuana.
Jessica Simpson's Friday Night Sushi
When you're rich and famous, the question isn't if, but rather where you go out to eat. And Jessica Simpson clearly had a hankering for some Asian food last night.
The "Major Movie Star" actress was spotted at the high-end Japanese restaurant Kumo on Melrose. She wore a white sweater/jacket and some black bell-bottom jeans, along with a massive orange handbag.
On her way out the door, an assertive chauffeur approached the "With You" singer inquiring as to her need for a limousine. He handed her his business card, saying that if she ever needed a car to call him. Kinda strange.
Anywho, you can be sure that Miss Simpson will be finding things to keep her busy this weekend. Reportedly she'll be skipping the Dallas Cowboys football game on Sunday, due to the popular opinion that she's bad luck for Dallas' star quarterback/her boyfriend Tony Romo.
Lauren Conrad Gets Fired
Lauren Conrad Gets Fired
She's young, beautiful, and unemployed. That's right, Lauren Conrad has reportedly been dumped from her internship with Teen Vogue, along with Hills pal Whitney Port.
And according to an insider, the constant partying and lifestyle choices portrayed on LC's show "The Hills" may have had something to do with the decision handed down from Teen Vogue execs.
"The average age of the magazine's readership is 16 — do they really want to support the behavior depicted in "The Hills?" They also started to see that newsstand sales were flat… there was no blip on the radar when Lauren and Whitney were involved."
So what are these two gonna do? An industry spy reports that both Lauren and Whitney are already sorting through other job prospects for the show's next season. In the mean time, at least they won't be sustaining themselves on food stamps.
Baby Watch: Avril Lavigne
Baby Watch: Avril Lavigne
It seems like every day a new celebrity is expecting. And for today’s installment of Celebrity Baby Watch, Avril Lavigne is taking the honor.
That’s right; the 23-year-old punk rocker is taking the next step in her marriage with Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley - parenthood. They’ll be celebrating their 2nd year of marriage this July, and Avril is slated for an August due date.
The announcement of her pregnancy may put the kibosh on her latter 2008 touring. She’s already scheduled additional dates for her North American tour (Minneapolis; Atlantic City, NJ; East Rutherford, NJ; Boston; Montreal; and Uniondale, NY) and she’s scheduled to do a worldwide tour after that.
At least she won’t have to worry about that pesky copyright infringement lawsuit from the ‘70s band the Rubinoos. Reportedly her attorney has settled it out of court for an undisclosed amount of money.
Megan Fox Is A Sex Fiend
Megan Fox Is A Sex Fiend
She’s quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood, and at last night’s “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles” premiere/after party, Megan Fox’s hotness was quite evident.
The “Transformers” babe was sporting a sheer black dress (dig that leopard print bra!) and some thigh-high cream colored high-heeled boots. There’s no doubt she was the belle of the ball as she clung to boyfriend Brian Austin Green at Arclight Cinerama Dome in Hollywood.
And speaking of Brian Austin Green, it sounds like he has his hands full! In a recent interview, Megan confessed that her sex drive is sky high.
She told press, “I really enjoy having sex, and that’s offensive to some people. Women are the quickest to call other women sluts, which I think is sad. I haven’t met a lot of men who have said, ‘You like having sex? What a dirty whore you are.’”
She continued, “I’m young and have a lot of hormones - I’m always in the mood! But I like sex with one person when I’m in a relationship. Sex with random people who I’ve met at clubs is not really my thing.”
Cars the real stars of GM Style event
Cars the real stars of GM Style event
DETROIT (AP) — Adam Levine, lead singer of Maroon 5, summed up the reason his hitmaking pop group agreed to appear at the GM Style event Saturday night: "They said: `There will be hot girls and cars,' and we said `Yes!'"
Equal parts automotive exhibition, fashion show and concert, GM Style was unlike most runway events.
Maroon 5 were joined on the bill by Grammy-winning R&B songstress Mary J. Blige and rock-rapper and local hero Kid Rock, but the cars were the stars of this show.
While the performers did their thing, General Motors Corp. was giving the stylish set a first look at its Chevrolet E85 Hot Rod and Camaro convertible concepts as well as 17 other offerings.
GM Style was held in a football field-size, climate-controlled pavilion on the Detroit River, just east of GM's global headquarters. It came on the eve of the opening of the North American International Auto Show's press preview days.
Blige, who celebrated her 37th birthday a day earlier with a surprise dinner with her father at a Detroit restaurant, strolled into the interview area ahead of the event in an ensemble that included knee-high Alexander McQueen boots.
"I've seen the cars, and they are off the chain," Blige said of the evening's vehicle lineup.
Rock, born Robert Ritchie in nearby Romeo, Mich., was similarly impressed with GM's vehicle collection. He owns a 1962 Impala among other vintage autos, but said his everyday vehicle is a Cadillac Escalade.
Rock wore a sweatshirt with "Detroit" emblazoned on the front "so I can remember where I'm at."
His Made in Detroit fashion line was shown at GM style, as were looks by Marciano, Kevan Hall and the William Rast Denim Collection by Justin Timberlake.
GM executives mingled during the pre-show period with the likes of NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon, retired NFL star running back Jerome Bettis and actor and singer Nick Cannon in a cramped cocktail area.
Hundreds of people dressed in casual chic sipped mixed drinks and munched finger food as an oversized clock counted down to the beginning of the night's festivities.
GM Style kicked off with Blige walking purposefully the length of the runway all the while belting out her new hit "Just Fine." When she reached the end of the runway, she waved hello to those in the front row — GM CEO Rick Wagoner and Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, among others.
Following closely behind Blige was a vintage 1953 Chevrolet Corvette and six leggy models sporting the latest from Marciano.
Blige gave the crowd two more songs, and male models sporting hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons Argyle Culture collection made their way down the catwalk. Simmons himself appeared at the end of Blige's set to slap hands with his models and receive a warm ovation from the crowd.
As the opening guitar riff of Maroon 5's set began, six sunglasses-wearing models dressed in Mark Zunino assembled before Levine and the band, then headed down the runway followed closely behind by a shiny Saturn Astra Tuner concept.
Hilary Duff Role Based On Britney Spears?
Hilary Duff Role Based On Britney Spears?
While she’s quietly been building a relationship with hockey star Mike Comrie over the past few months, Hilary Duff spent Saturday night on an evening out with the girls. The Lizzie Maguire actress appeared in high spirits as she left Central nightclub in Hollywood, where she enjoyed time with her older sister Haylie and a few friends. As far as her professional life is concerned, Duff stars alongside John Cusack in War, Inc., which is scheduled to premiere at Sundance this month. Speaking to press about Hilary’s character in the film, Cusack recently told the Sun Times: “She plays a very slutty pop star, which is the real joke. The idea of Hilary, who is so classy and wholesome, playing a slut is funny.” Interestingly enough, it looks as if the role is actually modeled on troubled pop tart Britney Spears, as Cusack teased: “In our movie, she’s a slutty singer who wants to be like one the girls in the headlines now, although we don’t need to name names.”
Paris Hilton Loves Her Men
Paris Hilton Loves Her Men
While she was busy kissing a female friend at the clubs in Vegas a few days ago, Paris Hilton had her eyes set on the guys in West Hollywood on Saturday night.
The hotel heiress started off the evening with dinner at Mr Chow with sister Nicky, then heading for a little late night action at the popular nightspot Villa Lounge.
After mingling about for awhile, the former Simple Life star made a break for the exit, taking two mystery men along with her.
Looking a little worse for wear after their night of partying, Paris and her men-of-the-night were last spotted checking into The Beverly Hilton Hotel in the early hours of the morning.
Looks like Paris brought her Vegas ways back home!
Britney Spears Gets Released From Hospital
Britney Spears Gets Released From Hospital
Believe it or not, after the hours-long fiasco that landed Britney Spears in the mental ward of Cedars-Sinai Hospital, she's been released.
Apparently the "5150" hold wasn't mandatory after all. And there have been a plethora of reports that the "Gimme More" singer was hellacious to the point that Dr. Phil (yes the bald guy with his own TV show) was brought in.
Britney reportedly tore out her IV, screamed and ranted at the hospital staff, and refused to be subdued during her short stay at the hospital. Doctors said that she has what appears to be a form of bipolar disorder, which cannot keep her at the hospital against her will.
A source reports, "Even though there is significant evidence that Brit has a bipolar disorder, Cedars cannot hold her against her will to treat such a problem. If doctors determine she is no longer a danger, they must let her go."
Back to Dr. Phil- reportedly he showed up and escorted Britney out of the facility by way of an underground tunnel. And rumor has it that there's a "Britney Spears Special" coming our way via the Dr. Phil show this coming week. The "Piece of Me" singer may even show up on the set.
Amanda Bynes' Hairspray Sing-Along
Amanda Bynes' Hairspray Sing-Along
t's been nominated for tons of awards, and last night, "Hairspray" wowed spectators at the 19th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival.
The 2007 remake enjoyed a sing-along screening at an outdoor venue, and though rain threatened to dampen the Sunrise Park event, viewers brought blankets and umbrellas to weather the storm.
According to Ted Sarandos, chief content officer for Netflix, "This is probably the most enthusiastic crowd for an outdoor screening Netflix has hosted." Adding to the excitement, a few of the film's stars showed up to greet the crowd.
Director Adam Shankman and composers Marc Shaiman and Scott Whittman were joined by Amanda Bynes, Ricki Lake and Elijah Kelly to reward the crowd for persevering through the weather.
And fans grabbed autographs and took cell phone pictures while simultaneously shouting "We love you, Amanda!"
Is Kim Kardashian Engaged to Reggie Bush?
Is Kim Kardashian Engaged to Reggie Bush?
We've seen a lot of her over the past year, thanks to a sex tape scandal, a Playboy photo spread, and the reality show "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." And it looks like the next move for Kim Kardashian may be walking down the aisle.
According to some recent pictures, Kim has been sporting a (gasp!) 7 karat diamond ring as of late. And though she's only been dating 22-year-old football stud Reggie Bush for a short time, it looks as if he may have already popped the question.
Of course, nobody is confirming anything yet. But with a ring that size, it's looking pretty serious. During the Tanqueray and Ciroc New Year's bash at Mansion, Kim alluded to the gravity of her relationship with Bush.
She said, "One thing I did learn from '07 was to try to keep it as private as possible so I'm trying to hold that close to my heart but I'm here with everybody that I love."
One bright note for Reggie - Kim loves to cook. She told press, "I'm the best cook! People don't know that, but I cook all the time. My best dish is surprisingly my soul food meals. My fried chicken and my macaroni and cheese and my sweet potato souffle."
We'll let you know when they make an official announcement.
Danielle Lloyd's New Year Festivities
Danielle Lloyd's New Year Festivities
Always one to draw attention wherever she goes, Danielle Lloyd said goodbye to 2007 by almost losing her dress as she jumped in a cab to head home.
The model/Celebrity Big Brother star spent New Year's Eve with a few gal pals - getting her groove on at London's Embassy nightclub.
Wearing a revealing grey dress, Dani seemed to be having a blast, as a fellow partygoer told The Sun: "Danielle was in high spirits."
Speaking of her grand exit, the onlooker adds: "Her dress practically fell off her body as she jumped in a cab to go home."
Paris and Nicky Hilton Ham Up Salon Opening
Paris and Nicky Hilton Ham Up Salon Opening
When you're trying to get a new hair salon off the ground, a helping Hilton hand never hurts. And hair colorist Michael Boychuck had not one, but two Hiltons to hook him up with publicity.
Las Vegas' Caesars Palace was the place to be on New Year's Day, as Boychuck held the grand opening of Color- A Salon by Michael Boychuck.
And, naturally, Paris Hilton and Nicky Hilton wanted to help their friend start out on the right foot, so they showed up on the scene to help promote the grand opening. Paris even signed a poster of her Rich Prosecco n*de shot, an item many spectators wanted to get their hands on.
The Hilton sisters were also in Sin City the night prior, hosting a New Year's Eve bash at the LAX nightclub. In fact, Paris was spotted chatting up Anna Nicole's babydadd Larry Birkhead during the festivities. How weird.
Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's Beach Smooching
Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's Beach Smooching
What better place to cuddle up to your sweetie than on the beach on New Year's Day? Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell enjoyed their Miami beach surroundings with some public displays of affection.
The Punk'd hooligan (32) and his new girlfriend (27) looked happy to be together in 2008, and they didn't care who saw them.
Always the king of casual, Dax was wearing a classic jeans and t-shirt ensemble, while Kristen sported a blue scoopneck short-sleeved shirt with some tweed-looking trousers.
As the paparazzi got wise to their presence, Bell and Shepard decided to take their romantic afternoon indoors with the aid of a hotel employee and his golf cart. We'll keep you updated on this budding new hookup.
Lindsay Lohan Loves Italian Men
Lindsay Lohan Loves Italian Men
Earlier, it was reported by Fropki that Lindsay Lohan had a date with an Italian bartender on Saturday night. And it looks like he was just one of three guys she hooked up with over the weekend. When she arrived on the island of Capri, LiLo scored a date with Alessandro Di Nunzio. And the "Mean Girls" actress was spotted playing a little tonsil hockey with the Roman stud. But just a few hours later, she seemed to have a new kissing partner in Eduardo Costa, an actor. The pair was observed getting up close and personal, and Lindsay was loving every minute of it, according to onlookers. For the hat trick, the "Georgia Rule" babe locked lips with long-haired actor Dario Faiella. She reportedly made out with him shamelessly, regardless of who was watching. One witness told press, "Lindsay certainly likes her men and judging by her efforts over the weekend, they love her too. She wasn't content to share a snog with just one fella - it seemed like she wanted them all. She certainly set tongues wagging."
Jay-Z Opens Vegas Club with Knowles Sisters
Jay-Z Opens Vegas Club with Knowles Sisters
Jay-Z's grand opening of the 40/40 Club at The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino in Las Vegas went off without a hitch last night (December 30). The rap mogul showed up in a tux, but most of the attention was drawn by his girlfriend, Beyonce Knowles, and her sister Solange - who both worked the red carpet looking ever-so stylish. During the course of the evening, which besides being a grand opening was also a birthday party for basketball star LeBron James, Jay-Z told the crowd: "I just want everyone to have a good time and not get caught up in the whole glitzy pretentious clubbing thing. But I'm up for a big night, and a big year next year. Good things are gonna happen." A press report describing what patrons of the club can expect tells: "The 40/40 Club, named after one of sport's most prestigious achievements - 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases in the same season, combines a multi-level ultra sports bar with a chic lounge all under the direction of hip-hop mogul Jay-Z." Providing the ultimate in sports and entertainment, the 40/40 Club will feature an eclectic menu including The Picnic (fried deviled eggs and southern-fried chicken sticks with the special 40/40 sauce), signature 40/40 burgers, and wings amongst other items. The sports memorabilia amidst the lavish gold and platinum decor will serve as the perfect backdrop for the ultra luxurious sports bar."
Paris Hilton's Coffee Date
Paris Hilton's Coffee Date
Though their relationship has been rumored to be over, Paris Hilton and her Swedish boy toy Alex Vaggo looked friendly enough as they grabbed some Starbucks in Bel Air. The "Simple Life" starlet looked playful in a black and white polka dot dress, black stockings, and a white wool overcoat. Alex extended a little public display of affection to the bleach blonde socialite, putting his arm around her several times during their date. He wore a white long-sleeved collared shirt with some cargo pants and a man-purse. Perhaps these two are rehearsing for their big SuperBowl commercial gig - reportedly Pizza Hut offered the pair an undisclosed sum of money to star in an ad in which Alex delivers a pizza to Paris' house and they fall in love.
Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale: Inseparable
Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale: Inseparable
They just can't spend enough time together! BFF's Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale were spotted out on yet another shopping adventure - this time heading to the Lisa Kline boutique in Beverly Hills on Saturday. The High School Musical co-stars were helped by security as they made their way to the store's entrance, being covered with blankets at one point to shield themselves from photographers on site. Once inside, Hudgens and Tisdale browsed the store's selection before heading off to grab a bite to eat. With paparazzi still following them, the Disney duo laughed hysterically as they pulled into a McDonald's drive-thru. Ashley quickly grabbed the grub and jetted for the exit… hoping to gain a little privacy and lose the procession which followed them throughout the day.
Miss India Sexy Calendar photoshoot 2008
Miss India Sexy Calendar photoshoot 2008
Pantaloons Femina Miss India Puja Gupta poses for the Shoot Miss India calendar 2008, at the exotic locales of Mauritius, designed by Rafat Mazhar, shot by Sumiko Murgai Nanda, concept and production by the Shoot Talent Management Team.
Pantaloons Femina Miss India Sarah Jane Dias, poses for the Shoot Miss India calendar 2008, at the exotic locales of Mauritius, designed by Rafat Mazhar, shot by Sumiko Murgai Nanda, concept and production by the Shoot Talent Management Team.
Pantaloons Femina Miss India Puja Gupta poses for the Shoot Miss India calendar 2008, at the exotic locales of Mauritius, designed by Rafat Mazhar, shot by Sumiko Murgai Nanda, concept and production by the Shoot Talent Management Team.
Pantaloons Femina Miss India Pooja Chitgopekar poses for the Shoot Miss India calendar 2008, at the exotic locales of Mauritius, designed by Rafat Mazhar, shot by Sumiko Murgai Nanda, concept and production by the Shoot Talent Management Team.
Pantaloons Femina Miss India Esha Gupta poses for the Shoot Miss India calendar 2008, at the exotic locales of Mauritius, designed by Rafat Mazhar, shot by Sumiko Murgai Nanda, concept and production by the Shoot Talent Management Team.
Halle Berry Shows Off Her Baby Bump
Halle Berry Shows Off Her Baby Bump
When you're an award-winning, head-turning actress, only the best will do. And Halle Berry was spotted at the Four Seasons hotel yesterday living it up in luxury.
The "Monster's Ball" actress was wearing a classic black knee-length short-sleeved dress with some silver flats, a mega handbag and a bottle of Fiji water (gotta keep the mommy-to-be hydrated!).
Due in March, Halle is bringing sexy back to pregnancy! At 41-years-old, the "X-Men" actress looks better than women half her age.
The day before, Berry was spotted showing off her preggers form during a Los Angeles shopping spree, trying to get those last few gifts.
Kim Kardashian Plans New Years Party
Kim Kardashian Plans New Years Party
Just before Christmas, Kim Kardashian was spotted hanging out with a Saint… a New Orleans Saint, that is.
The reality queen was photographed doing a little last minute shopping on Monday with boyfriend Reggie Bush, one of the Saint's star players. And she looked every bit the celebutante, sporting a maroon flowing top with matching handbag and boots and some tight jeans to show off her ample caboose.
And with Christmas over, Miss Kardashian is reportedly moving on to bigger and better things - New Years Eve! She'll be hosting a kicking party in South Beach Miami, and anyone with $200 can join her.
The hot spot will be none other than Mansion night club. According to a source, "the posh nightclub sports two levels featuring six bars, the Ivy Room, the Library, dance floor, and mezzanine with a capacity for 2,500 guests in the heart of South Beach on Miami's colorful Washington Avenue."
Kim will be joined by her sisters, as well as a few Playboy Playmates, and she'll be making a reported $75,000 for her appearance.
