Breaking News: Details in Jeremy Piven Illness [ET]

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Filed Under: Jeremy Piven, Lame Excuses, Speed-The-Plow

…OF THE DAY

• The 15th Award SAG Award nominees were announced today... and no, Val Kilmer's breasts were not nominated. (TV Envy)
• BABY WITH A 'STACHE: This baby's all "Camman everybaaahdy.... Mohnahpoleeeee!" (/Kevin Kline in "I Love You To Death") Either that or he's like "Ehmama, eh-pleazuh. Change-uh my eh-diaper, pleaz-uh. I am-uh sitting-uh in-eh my own eh-piss." (Random Photobucket)
• SNOW DIGNITY: This list of the 10 Scariest Snowmen truly lives up to its name, save for the Amy Winehouse Snowman, which I would gladly share a meth helmet with on New Year's Eve. (Pophangover)
• SNOT WHAT YOU THINK. OH WAIT, IT IS: Scarlett Johansson is selling a tissue that she used on The Tonight Show, which will make a perfect gift for that guy in your life who never has anything to wipe his jizzyjazz up with. (Us Weekly)
• MOVIE NOOZ: Baz Luhrmann is set to direct a movie based on The Great Gatsby. And if it's anything like Australia... wait for it... waiting, waiting... THEY GONNA HAVE TO CALL IT THE WORST GATSBY YO! CAUSE THAT MOVIE WILL NOT BE GOOD. (Deadline Hollywood)

Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:30 pm

Caroline Kennedy Lunched With Al Sharpton in Harlem Today


Thaaaat's it … Pick up that cornbread …

And you know what? Even though every politician who wants to take a crack at New York public office has to kowtow to Al Sharpton at some point, this time around we learned something: Caroline Kennedy eats carbohydrates. And that is something we would have never guessed.

NY Senate Seat [AP]

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Filed Under: al sharpton, caroline kennedy, harlem, Hillary's senate seat, photo op, politics





Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:20 pm

Hedi Slimane Shoots Non-Model Boys for Symbolic Prada Ad




Behold Hedi Slimane's spiffy first ad for Prada. Slimane has been focusing on photography since he exited Dior Homme last year and released a photo book called Rock Diary earlier this year. These boys are sons of Paul and Tricia Simonon, bass player and manager of the Clash. They're in school in England and have never modeled or worked with Hedi before. WWD reports:

Prada said the brothers were photographed “in moments of reflection and introspection. It is a symbolic yet understated approach to desire in men’s wear; a new classicism with a rebel edge.”


Symbolic and rebellious indeed. This could totally be a metaphor for the current economic crisis. The one in the foreground looks scared and nervous, and the one in the background looks accusatory, almost merciless. Does the one in front symbolize Dick Fuld? Or is Fuld, in, fact the rebel in the back staring down a congressman? L'intrigue!

Slimane Snaps Ad Campaign for Prada [WWD]


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Filed Under: campaign trail, hedi slimane, prada





Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:15 pm

Al Reynolds’ Sexiest Ladies of 2008, Kathie Lee & Hoda, Finally Respond

If you've seen Best Year Ever for 2008, then you already know who Al Reynolds' Sexy Sexy Sexy Lady of the year is: The one-two dynamite morning show punch that is Kathie Lee Gee & Hoda Kotb. Well, the ladies have finally responded Al! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaand it's not looking good:


Still, shout out on the Today show! Not too shabby.
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:10 pm

The Media Misses Caviar




Today, a few Good men have fallen, and the Times is catching up with technology. One journalist likens the changes to the passing of Pan Am ("America let Pan Am die," he writes solemnly); another, to a Western. Discussion among the dead after the jump.

• The Times is assembling a team of experts and op-editorialists to give a speedy reaction to the news, called the "Instant Op-Ed," online. Times editorial-page editor Andrew Rosenthal says he likes the "back and forth of it, and the instantaneous nature." That whole … Internet thing. [Mediaweek]

• Good magazine, a two-year-old, bi-monthly, nonprofit title, has laid off seven people. [Mixed Media/Portfolio]

• Folio's predictions for the next year in media suggest that people will never stop starting journalistic ventures. Even in the rocky waters of 2008, 335 new magazines were founded. (Peaches Geldof, for example, just launched her own magazine!) Well, some predictions were less grim, anyway. Others, like that of a Post columnist, say "bankruptcy becomes the new black." [Folio]

• A Times op-ed today laments the end of the days when journalists received "dollops of caviar and free-flowing iced vodka aboard Pan Am a mile above the Amazon." We're speechless, other than to say this attitude might be part of the problem. [NYT]

• One way the Times could buy itself out of some debt, perhaps returning to the days of caviar-filled first-class flights? Sell the Boston Red Sox. [FishbowlNY/Mediabistro]

• The Detroit News has slashed its home delivery. Wondering why? A columnist at the paper says, "we couldn't just duck down behind the horse trough like the sidekick always did in those Westerns when the shooting started." And also to save money. [Detroit News]

• Today's Times also notes that there aren't too many newspaper reporters around to cover the nation's capital anymore. But the McClatchy Co. calls the paper's bluff, saying it still has its D.C. journos and won't be anybody's poster boy for shrinking staffs. [NYT, Romenesko]

• As part of the continuing epidemic of book-publishing layoffs, an unspecified number of staffers have been pink-slipped at Knopf. [NYT]


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Filed Under: detroit enws, gannett, good, mcclatchy, media, media deathwatch, new york times, pan am





Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:05 pm

The Ten Best Hip-hop Mix Tapes of 2008




After a harrowing 2007 — a year that started with the arrest of leading mix-tape maker DJ Drama — hip-hop mix tapes played it cool in 2008. Collections co-signed by top-level talent were scarce, possibly owing to legal fears; the remaining releases largely served as promotional tools. And the wide-scale proliferation of rap-mix-tape blogs meant you didn’t even need to put five on the latest in remixes, freestyles, and exclusives. There was still worthwhile stuff to savor, and you could get it for free (not just cheap); you just had to go digging in your RSS feeder to find it. Or wait for our second annual list of the year’s Ten Best Mix Tapes, with download links.

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Filed Under: big mike, clipse, curren$y, dj am, dj drama, dj neptune, emile, fabolous, lil wayne, mixtapes, music, nas, plain pat, rich boy, the empire, the list, travis barker, young dro






">Carl Icahn was selling Starfire, his 177-foot yacht complete with helicopter pad, was met with widespread fear that his actions heralded a major downtown. And when it turned out a few days later that he was merely upgrading to something bigger, we breathed a sigh of relief. Now, over at the New York National Boat Show at the Javits Center this week, Reuters reports that while prices on $50,000 powerboats are slashed by up to 20 percent, the going rates for top-of-the-line luxury yachts remain unaffected.


Italian boatmaker Riva (who used to make boats for Aristotle Onassis) is selling its new Aquariva Super for $944,000, which, they say, is more than they would have charged a year ago. (The 33-foot cruiser has customizable mahogany paneling and glove-leather upholstery that are largely hand-assembled, and a motor that, it were a car, would make the boat comparable to a Ferrari.) Up at the boat show, the people who staff the Riva booth are feeling content. “A brand like this, even in this economic situation, doesn’t lose its appeal,” a spokeswoman said.

Investing in a million-dollar yacht is not something we can really relate to, but we can’t help but feel a bit heartened to know that some people still have the cash for this. It's just too scary to contemplate the ultrarich not having nice things. Maybe luxury boats are some kind of bellwether — as long as prices stay buoyant, everything will be okay.

New York boat show faces perfect economic storm [Reuters]


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Filed Under: carl icahn, yachting, yachts






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:50 pm

Agyness Deyn Makes a Cameo in Some Artsy Internet Movie




T magazine commissioned a film by Surface 2 Air founder Gordon Hull in which Agyness Deyn makes a fifteen-second cameo. T has a florid description of what it's about, but basically what happens is a bunch of soldiers stand around in the middle of some Christmas trees, then a guy in a coyote suit shows up and dances around like he's at a rave on drugs. Then Aggy walks up, blows glitter on the soldiers, and they start whacking at the trees with little axes. It's … cute. [Moment/NYT via Fashionista]

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Filed Under: agyness deyn, model tracker, models






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:39 pm

New 'Animal Crossing' finds fun in the day-to-day (AP)

AP - Nintendo's latest installment in its "Animal Crossing" series boasts a charm similar to that of the television sitcom "Seinfeld."
Source: Yahoo! News: Entertainment Reviews | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:27 pm

The Montauk Monster Hits the Small Screen




In case you haven't seen it already, Gawker uncovered a Volkswagen ad starring our very own Monty the Montauk Monster. Granted, it's not exactly Monty, but it's a pretty funny approximation. And the life it envisions for the beast is adorable and fun, just like we'd like to believe.

Related: Daily Intel's complete coverage of the Montauk Monster

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Filed Under: advertising, cute things, dogfishes, monsters, montauk monster, volkswagen






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:25 pm

'Yes' vs. the rest at box office

Front Page: Carrey film takes on Will Smith's 'Seven' -- The star-studded parade of films seeking Christmas coin continues today with the bows of Sony's Will Smith drama "Seven Pounds" and Warner Bros.' Jim Carrey laffer "Yes Man."




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:22 pm

What the Subway Looked Like When It Cost a Nickel




Even the Grinchy, fare-hiking MTA is getting into the spirit of the season by running vintage cars along the V line on Sundays this month. New York’s Christopher Bonanos took us on a ride-along last weekend. Watch the video to get a glimpse of open windows, wicker seats, and Dr. Zizmor’s predecessors. Then take a ride yourself this Sunday or next.

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Filed Under: mta, old-timey, subway, videos, wholesome family fun






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:15 pm

Balthazar Getty: Losing Friends & Alienating People

Balthazar Getty may as well forget about getting any brotherly love at work these days. Sources tell me that the actor's unsettling behavior has alienated him from most—if not...







Source: E! Online - Top Stories | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:14 pm

Confirmed: The Spirit Is Crappy




If the poo-filled clip from Comic-Con wasn't enough to dissuade you from spending money on The Spirit next weekend, Variety's Justin Chang just might do the trick. "Frank Miller's solo writing-directing debut plunges into a watery grave early on and spends roughly the next 100 minutes gasping for air," he writes. Also (literally) shitty — the special effects: "When a man falls to the ground, his body covered with white bloodstains, it's unclear whether he's been felled by bullets or by incontinent birds." [Variety]

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Filed Under: badness, frank miller, movies, the spirit






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:12 pm

Afternoon Fix: Twilight's Team Jacob Is in Trouble

• Taylor Lautner is seriously fighting for a chance to reprise Jacob Black in the Twilight sequel, including bulking up and pleading his case to Extra. Meanwhile, life's just one big...







Source: E! Online - Top Stories | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:10 pm

Star Trek Universe Loses Majel Barrett Roddenberry

In a more enlightened age, Majel Barrett Roddenberry might have rated a Federation command. As it was, she helped rule the Star Trek universe. Roddenberry, the actress whose best-known...







Source: E! Online - Top Stories | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:10 pm

Sightings: Pattinson & Perry...Together?! OMG!

TWILIGHT DINING: Katy Perry and Robert Pattinson, enjoying dinner and drinks last night at Il Sole in West Hollywood. No, they're not an item! They were there with eight other people helping a...







Source: E! Online - Top Stories | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:09 pm

Gossip Girl: Aaron's Gone for Good, So Is Dan In?

Aaron Rose has gone to Argentina...and he's never coming back to Gossip Girl! Yep, it's true: The CW confirms that the Dec. 8 episode was the last we'll see of John Patrick...







Source: E! Online - Top Stories | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:08 pm

What’s ‘Too Gay’ for Jackson Heights?




Last week, the brouhaha on blog Jackson Heights Life was all about big poop from police horses on 82nd Street, and somehow the whole thing spilled over into a pro-cop, anti-cop debate. Today? Someone thinks that famous YouTube clip of a skinny, thonged fey dude perfectly replicating Beyoncé's "Single Ladies" choreography is "too gay" for the site ... but someone else disagrees: "Nothing is ever too gay!" We agree. People, this is Jax Heights, the gay barrio of Queens. [Jackson Heights Life]

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Filed Under: beyonce is pretty gay if you think about it, jackson heights, neighborhood watch






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:05 pm

Dame Edna Collaborates with M.A.C; Patrick Dempsey Pontificates on Skin Care


The lovely Dame Edna.

MAKEUP
• Dame Edna will collaborate with M.A.C Cosmetics on an upcoming makeup collection. Because if anyone knows makeup, it's drag queens. [Musings of a Muse]

FRAGRANCE
• Model Shannan Click stars in the new Elizabeth Arden campaign for their Pretty fragrance, launching in March. Given that she's covered in flowers, we're guessing this is a floral scent. Brilliant. [Women Management]

SKIN
• Patrick Dempsey on skin care: "I think more men, particularly from my generation, are using a lot more product just because it's a great way to take care of yourself for the future." Just think of all the Made of Honor sequels he'll land with that attitude. [BellaSugar]

• Speaking of men who primp, Burt's Bees is launching five men's products next year. [Cosmetics Business]

HAIR
• Despite their name, Bumpits have nothing to do with drugs. Rather, they're hair inserts that add volume. They sound so now. [Jezebel]


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Filed Under: beauty marks, dame edna, fragrance, hair, makeup, patrick dempsey, shannan click, skin






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:01 pm

CAPTION THIS: Did John Travolta And Jonathan Rhys Meyers Kill A Dude?

Did (ridiculous-looking bald-with-goatee) John Travolta accidentally shoot a dude in his car again? I hope he killed a dude for real, cause if this is some Pulp Fiction remake with Jonathan Rhys Meyers in place of Samuel L. Jackson, I'll be pretty pissed. (via Dlisted)
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 10:00 pm

USA! USA! USA!




Who needs Gossip Girl when you've got Burn Notice? Not only is the USA Network the most-watched basic cable network of 2008, but its ratings also trumped those of the "real" network, the CW. With that in mind, we're guessing it's only a matter of time before Annie Leibovitz does a teasingly erotic photo shoot of Tony Shalhoub for Vanity Fair. [Live Feed/HR]

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Filed Under: The CW, Upsets, USA Network






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:51 pm

Chuck Todd Named Chief White House Correspondent, a Role He Will Dominate


Chuck Todd saying something amazing.

We're not ashamed to admit that when David Gregory was named the host of Meet the Press a couple weeks ago, we shed a single tear, and it fell right into our soup, which we continued to eat. It's not that we have anything against Gregory — he'll probably do fine. But we were really pulling for Chuck Todd, who went from nearly zero name recognition outside of Washington before he became NBC News' political director last year to ... well, most people still don't know who he is. And that's a shame, because Todd is the antithesis of the emotional, blustery talking heads that dominate cable news. His always-insightful analysis and deep knowledge would have been perfect for those Sundays when you're unexpectedly conscious at 10:30 a.m. Plus, he has a sweet goatee, which we can personally empathize with.

Alas, Todd will have to settle for another great position, that of chief White House correspondent (Gregory's previous job), to which he was promoted today, and at which he will excel to a degree never before witnessed by man. We almost feel bad for Barack Obama for having to face Todd at his press conferences, and it wouldn't surprise us if the president quickly appoints Todd to some far-off ambassadorship just to get him out of the way. But that won't stop him. Nothing will stop Chuck Todd.

Todd NBC's chief White House correspondent [MSNBC]
Earlier: Are You Really Ready to Have David Gregory on ‘Meet the Press’?

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Filed Under: chuck todd, david gregory, Meet Chuck Todd, nbc, politics, we bet that goatee would feel nice rubbing against your chest, what?






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:45 pm

Artist Kehinde Wiley Does a Face-Plant


Kehinde Wiley's The Virgin Martyr St. Cecilia (2008).

Kehinde Wiley is in danger of overexposure at this point, but his show of four grand new paintings (and a few oldies) at Deitch closes this Saturday and we think you should see it. As is usually the case with Wiley, the paintings are flashy and immaculate, depicting young African-American men as fallen urban warriors. But the monumental scale of the works — they're like surfboards for giants — gives the show a more somber feel than we're used to from the artist.

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Filed Under: art, art candy, kehinde wiley






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:30 pm

SAG boss wants strike authorization

Front Page: Rosenberg still fiery despite criticism -- SAG president Alan Rosenberg's not backing down from seeking strike authorization despite blistering criticism that's mounted over the past week.




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:24 pm

Katy Perry Wants to Design Clothes


Katy Perry

Singer Katy Perry says she is interested in creating a fashion line inspired by her quirky style. But before you say that's the most original thing you've heard since Gwen Stefani launched L.A.M.B., Perry hasn't put the wheels in motion yet: "I've always experimented with clothes and have my own style inspired by pin-up girls and Lolita," she told the British magazine Fabulous. "Agyness Deyn and Dita Von Teese are my fashion icons. I love to create a character, and I like looking like I've just stepped out of a history book." So, let's start bracing ourselves now for lots of ass cleavage, shall we? Because if she's taking her high-waisted boy-shorts signature look to the masses (yes, that's her historical "pin-up" style reference), we're due for some massive wedgies bouncing around town. Great.

‘I’m no bland pop tart’ [Fabulous Mag]


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Filed Under: celebrity fashion lines, gwen stefani, katy perry






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:22 pm

God Josh Schwartz Answered Our Prayers and Axed Aaron Rose!


If you look closely, you can see him sucking out her soul.

We don't know exactly how it will happen (and we're actually kind of hoping that it does without sacrificing Wallace Shawn, who plays his father and Blair's new stepdad), but according to the Los Angeles Times, the rat-faced serial killer (we presume) will not be in any more episodes of the show. We knew it would be a discrete story-line arc, but we had been steeling ourselves for the worst. The LAT wrote a sweet sort of farewell letter to him (they blamed his final demise on the facial hair), but we'd rather have more fun. Let's speculate on how he disappears! Does he take up with a harem of girls in South America while he's with Serena, and then ask her one too many times why she's always pursing her lips? Does he run away into the rain forest to explore his "art"? Or, wait, wait, we've got it — he dies in a fiery plane crash while crossing the same Andean mountain range where Mrs. Bass died!!

'Gossip Girl': Aaron Rose is outta here [Show Tracker/LAT]

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Filed Under: aaron rose, gossip girl, the greatest show of our time






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:15 pm

Brains Explode As Peter Gabriel and Hot Chip Cover Vampire Weekend




Yes, this Peter Gabriel and Hot Chip cover of Vampire Weekend’s “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” features Gabriel name-checking himself. (“It feels so unnatural to sing your own name,” he adds, giving the self-reflexive twist of the lyrics an extra turn.) And while that one Being Peter Gabriel moment dominates, Gabriel leads the song with enough conviction to make it worth a few listens. A surprisingly bland Hot Chip, however, bring little more than their best Mannheim Steamroller impersonation. Still, this discarded B-side remains perfectly tailored for the blogosphere.

Download “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa”: JP’s Blog

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Filed Under: hall of mirrors, hot chip, music, peter gabriel, right-click, vampire weekend






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 9:03 pm

Behold The Modern Masterpiece That Is Hotel For Dogs

From Thor Freudenthal, storyboard artist for the 2002 opus The Chubbchubbs!, comes a film so moving, so nuanced, so starring Lisa Kudrow-ish, that we couldn't help but bring you the trailer in its entirety. It is known as Hotel for Dogs, and appears to be a film noir-ish depiction of a boarding house for unwanted dogs. Also, it has a vending machine for shoes and features, appropriately, "Bow Wow Wow Yippie Yo Yippie Yay" as a theme. IN OTHER WORDS: Please watch this. It's the most FORMULAIC PIECE OF DOGSH*T EVER MADE:




So the answer to that question "What am I doing on January 23, 2009?" the answer is "Seeing Hotel for Dogs in a completely unironic fashion."
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:53 pm

Tommy Hilfiger to Return Fashion Show to Bryant Park


Sayonara, Avery Fisher Hall.

Although a trifecta of fashion show bailouts hit this week from Vera Wang, Betsey Johnson, and Carmen Marc Valvo — all of whom won't show at the tents in February — not everyone is shying away from Bryant Park this Fashion Week. Tommy Hilfiger is returning his show to the tents for the first time in three years after showing off-site at Avery Fisher Hall in past seasons. “We are thrilled to welcome Tommy Hilfiger back to the tents of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week,” Fern Mallis, SVP of IMG Fashion told us. “In this upcoming season, when America will be taking center stage, Tommy brings a unique American style to the runways of Bryant Park.” Hilfiger will show his fall 2009 collection at the main tent on Thursday, February 19. However, between the location changes and bailouts (and some that remain to be seen), writing down your February Fashion Week plans in pen might not be such a good idea.


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Filed Under: betsey johnson, carmen marc valvo, fern mallis, tent watch, tommy hilfiger, vera wang






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:40 pm

Beyonce Stars In A Movie Exactly Like Fatal Attraction

Description of Fatal Attraction: A married man's one night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family. Description of Beyonce's new movie Obsessed: A married man's one night stand comes back to haunt him when that lover begins to stalk him and his family. (Okay, so IMDB has a slightly different description for Beyonce's film. But still, after watching this trailer, you'll realize that they are pretty much the same.) I'm SO hoping that Beyonce finds her pet rabbit boiling on the kitchen stove! BEYONCE'S GONNA SHOW YOU CRAZY! Just goes to show you, even if you put a ring on it, it doesn't guarantee you won't have your life destroyed by a psycho.
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:30 pm

Jane Rosenthal’s Golden Retriever Is ‘the Woody Allen of Dogs’


Craig Hatkoff, Jane Rosenthal, Julianna Hatkoff, and Buddy. Buddy's one regret in life is that he is not someone else.

Jane Rosenthal and Craig Hatkoff's dog, Buddy, is a typical New Yorker, neuroses and all. "Buddy is really a city dog. He doesn't like going to the country; he gets very anxious and nervous in the country," Rosenthal told us at a dogs-included Tribeca Cinema Series screening of Marley & Me. The golden retriever, she says, jumps into any car that pulls into the driveway at the family's country house. "He jumps in and he's like, 'You going back to the city? Can I have a ride?'" the Tribeca Enterprises executive says. "He's very much the Woody Allen of dogs," said Rosenthal. The dog was well behaved on the red carpet, but he seemed a bit jumpy among the hordes of dogs at the prescreening cocktail reception. Later, when she introduced the movie, Rosenthal welcomed everyone and said they were happy to welcome dogs at the Tribeca Cinemas. "Buddy Hatkoff, my dog, had an anxiety attack after he walked the red carpet, so he went home," Rosenthal told the audience.

Other dogs are more confident. Denis Leary says he lets his pooch, Daphne, drive his car. "Now, not in the city, but in the country. People think that's crazy, but really, there's not a lot of traffic out there, and she's a good driver," he told us. "She doesn't drink — designated driver, which comes in really handy on New Year's Eve." And Chuck Scarborough's dog, Oliver, went skiing with the family in Italy. "He actually got a ski pass. It was in Courmayeur," Scarborough explained. He rode up the gondola (which required the pass) and "had lunch dates" with an Italian friend. "He got to sit in all the restaurants," Ellen Scarborough explained. "It was wonderful."

Read the rest of the quotes from the Marley & Me premiere in our Party Lines slideshow.

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Filed Under: chuck scarborough, denis leary, jane rosenthal, party lines, PUPPIES!!!!!!






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:30 pm

Seven Pounds’ Rosario Dawson on Awkward Love Scenes With Will Smith




After chasing around Shia LaBeouf in the $175 million-grossing techo-thriller Eagle Eye earlier this year, Rosario Dawson spends Seven Pounds with her pulse very much under control. Opposite Will Smith's tightly wound, curiously hermetic IRS agent, Ben Thomas, Dawson plays Emily Posa, a terminally ill young woman with a slew of past-due medical bills who sparks an unlikely connection with her auditor. Dawson recently spoke with Vulture about Kids, dogs, lying postcoital with an awkward Will Smith … and more.

You've worked with Will before, albeit on a very different sort of movie. Was there any discernible difference to his process?
I didn't recall him having an acting coach on Men in Black II, I could be wrong. [Laughs] Since then, he's done Ali, so besides punching everything on set, that also gave him a gravitas that he really hadn't had before. As goofy and fun as he can be, he worked with his acting coach a month before [shooting Seven Pounds]. He came here prepared and knowing who Ben was. And it changed his personality to a certain extent. He was staring at people, to the point of discomfort. We'd have these conversations on set because I became really curious as to whether I was talking to Will or Ben. And I think at times he didn't even know. It was interesting talking to him about going home and hearing that Jada was telling him, “You're driving me crazy! You really need to stop looking at me like that.”

The movie's love story sneaks up on you. It reminds me of the old saying about loves being for “a reason, a season and life.”
Yeah, it's a slight bit more than ships passing in the night, but basically still relegated to that. In that particular sense, it's for a reason and a season between them. That was something that took a lot of time developing. Luckily for me — because this movie was going to happen with or without me — during the audition process we discovered we had a good chemistry between us. Gabriele [Muccino] said he felt that just from looking at the audition tape. And Will's energy is so strong that if you're only pulled in one direction, then you really lose something significant because Emily's not just “the girl” in this story. She's one of the seven strangers who Ben touches, yes, but she touches him back, in a really deep way. She says, “I have six weeks. It could be really nice to dance around each other, and it would be awesome if I had a couple years to do it, but I don't. So when I ask you if you ever think about dying, I really mean it and want you to have an answer, and if you don't, forget it.”

One of the film's more affecting passages is a postcoital scene, which is amazingly tender, with so much said that isn't on film. How long did that take to shoot?
We did both the actual love scene and that scene that day, though we shot over two days for that whole segment. It was great that we had the time because Will was very nervous. We were in bed together and doing this really tender moment. And Gabriele was like [in affected Italian accent], “Touch each other's faces … Will, what is that, it's like slapping! Be gentle!” But it was funny and actually very precious to see how nervous and shy Will was about it. Before we went in for our kiss, he was literally psyching himself up, like, “Yo, we're gonna kill this scene!” I'm like, “Uh, yeah, Will, I brushed my teeth today, we're all good.”

Your character deals with a gigantic dog, too — are you more of a cat or dog person?
I'm more of a dog person, but actually I'm really allergic to animals in general. For the movie, I was on two different types of pills and a cream; I was breaking out in hives. There were two “Dukes,” one who slobbered a lot more than the other — and I was head-butted in one scene by that horse! The scene where I fall we must've shot 25 times, with me cracking my head against the floor, because the dog didn't know where to go — it would stop, it sat on me twice. I was like, “Are you kidding me!” My brain was rustling in my skull.

Looking back, could you ever imagine or envision the career that you have now?
Kids was 100 percent a lark. I was hanging out on my stoop, and Harmony [Korine] and Larry [Clark] came up and asked me if I wanted to do a film they were doing — very lasciviously on Larry's part, I might add: “Yeah, I'm a photographer, it's my first movie!” And I remember going, “Right!” We're in New York City, so I said, “You guys, I need to see a script.” I read it: a really sexually promiscuous 17-year-old. So I said, “My parents said I can't smoke.” That was the only thing. Saying all that dialogue was fine, but not the smoking! I'm glad I said yes, because I still like marine biology, but I don't think I'd be as happy doing that as I am right now.

You mentioned comic books — what's the latest on your series, Occult Crimes Taskforce?
We're hoping to put out another mini-series soon, at least before the next Comic-Con. We're taking the film rights from the Weinstein Company to possibly someplace else, which I can't name just yet. And I'm working still with David Atchison, who's my co-writer. It's a great world to be in; I have such a respect for the comic world and industry. I'm looking at Frank Miller's genius and really looking at how his world in comics has been transformed into cinema: That will be recognized through history, from Batman to Bullseye.


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Filed Under: movies, rosario dawson, seven pounds, will smith






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:30 pm

Dennis Leary And I Fundamentally Disagree About The Movie Demolition Man

In this Funny or Die video, Dennis Leary talks candidly about some of his more questionable film credits, including a completely uncalled-for slam of the movie Demolition Man. Perhaps I'm biased because I was like ten when I first saw that movie then went with my dad from the theater to Taco Bell and got the Demolition Man combo including the Demolition Man souvenir drink cup, but I simply can't imagine what anyone has against that movie, excepting the plot, dialogue, acting, the fact that all songs in the future are commercials, the fact that all restaurants in the future are Taco Bell, the fact that... you know, I'm not even going to waste time defending that awesome movie because this claim is so ludicrous.

Denis Leary Remembers Denis Leary Movies - watch more funny videos

Glad I'm not alone.
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:15 pm

Is Nina Ricci Letting Olivier Theyskens Go?


Olivier at his spring 2009 show.

Nina Ricci designer Olivier Theyskens is rumored to be on the way out of the house. It sounds like he's having creative differences with the heads of the label, owned by Spanish conglomerate Puig. After his spring 2009 collection left retailers asking if his "real collection" was hidden in his showroom, Ricci heads sat down with Theyskens last month to discuss moving forward in accordance with the "needs of the commercial market." Fashion Week Daily reports his "tenure at Ricci is now in jeopardy."

This news is shocking. Theyskens is a critically acclaimed design prodigy to say the least. Anna Wintour personally gave him the CFDA's International Award in 2002 when he headed design at Rochas at just 25. What's more, he's a Hollywood favorite, famous for creating one of Reese Witherspoon's most memorable red-carpet moments, for example. If Nina Ricci lets him go, it would be devastating. On the other hand, maybe it's about time he got his own line. He sure has the Hollywood following to support him.

Nouveau Ricci? [Fashion Week Daily]

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Filed Under: anna wintour, nina ricci, olivier theyskens, paris fashion week, reese witherspoon, ricci watch, rochas, spring 2009






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 8:06 pm

Woman Sues Bar in London Over Revealing Uniforms




A former waitress at a bar in London is suing her ex-employer, after she alleges they fired her for refusing to wear a slinky dress. She said she showed up in loose, black clothes and they told her to change into a clingy bright-red dress with a plunging neckline and open back. Sounds like every meatpacking-district nightclub we know. [Telegraph via Grazia]

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Filed Under: lawsuits






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:48 pm

Victoria Beckham Says She Dresses Like A School Teacher

In a recent interview, Victoria Beckham claims that her style is inspired by nothing more than the modest British school teacher: “I am very British in my style. Think school teacher. I love pencil skirts and fitted blouses, classic cut dresses and well fitted jeans mixed with classic tailoring." She's SO right! I've always thought Victoria Beckham just screams school teacher. Don't believe me? Check out these examples, all of which totally remind me of my own kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Lafratta: More of Posh's school teacher style, after the jump! As teacher, it's best to lead by example, especially when it comes to teaching kids about sex: Awwww, Victoria's students made her a papier-mâché dress! Every teacher knows that in order to maintain stamina while being on your feet all day - you need PRACTICAL footwear:
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:45 pm

Iraqi Shoe-Thrower Would Like to Not Be in Jail Anymore




Muntader al-Zaidi, the shoe-throwing Iraqi journalist who forced President Bush to reveal his secret projectile-dodging abilities, has apologized. Not to Bush, but to Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. In a handwritten note, he says his "big and ugly act" is inexcusable and asks for the prime minister's pardon. And can you blame him? Much of the Middle East is going crazy for this guy. They're marching in the streets, chanting his name. He's been offered a job by a Lebanese TV station and a 20-year-old wife by the girl's father. He's the country's first tabloid celebrity! If that's not a sign of progress, we don't know what is. Prediction: After Zaidi eventually gets out of prison, he designs the most popular line of shoes in the Arab world. It's just too perfect not to happen.

Punishment for the Shoe Thrower Puts Maliki in a Spot [Time]
Earlier: Ten Reasons the George Bush Shoe Attack Was Completely Awesome

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Filed Under: george bush, iraq, politics, shoe-throwing






Source: Daily Intel | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:45 pm

Jim Carrey’s Sensual Late Show Bubble Bath With Larry King




With the glut of holiday films hitting the box office these days, not only are moviegoers being forced to make tough choices at the multiplex, but late-night talk-show hosts are also scrambling to find creative ways to satiate promotion-hungry celebrities and studios whose publicists aren't able to line up couch time. In the case of David Letterman, his go-to device this week has been to have a famous person deliver his nightly Top Ten list. On Tuesday, Tom Cruise did the honors (albeit shakily), and last night, well, it was Jim Carrey's turn. Of course, the evening's Top Ten was synergistically framed in such a manner that the gimmicky premise of Yes Men came through loud and clear ("Ten Things Jim Carrey Will Always Say Yes To") while also allowing Carrey's comedic chops to shine through (he delivered the list direct from a bathtub with surprise tub buddy Larry King). The full video, which concludes on a semi-weird note with David Letterman proclaiming that "Those guys are so gay!," is after the jump.

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Filed Under: Jim Carrey, Larry King, The Late Show With David Letterman, Tube Junkie, Yes Man






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:45 pm

TOP CHEF RECAP: Food So Bad, People Withdrew Their AIDS Donations

This is a recap of Top Chef Season Five Episode 6 entitled "Christmas F*ckupz", airing 12/17/08. If you didn't watch the episode, this recap will spoil things for you, just like the open fridge spoiled Hosea's pork. Whoops! Now look what you did to yourself. -- Holiday mercy rule, eh? I imagine most of us saw that coming after the Judges' Table roundup, but I was also expecting a Bravo dramatization of Gene's and Melissa's heads CGI'd onto Neo from the Matrix dodging bullets. (Matrix parodies are still topical, right? There was one in Alvin and the Chipmunks last year.) -- Did anyone else imagine a Bravo producer sneaking into the kitchen overnight in an olde tyme burglar costume and cracking the fridge open to make this week's otherwise mundane episode infinitely more exciting? And while he moved, plucking violin strings played the cartoon 'sneaking' music, "dun dun dun dun.... dun dun dun...." -- I'm not usually "Captain Good Form" myself, but isn't it a bit against the rules to pick up chicks at an AIDS benefit? I was expecting Jeff or Hosea to drop the line "Hey group of ladies gathered around my table, all this talk about a disease that makes sexual reproduction essentially fatal has got me thinking about sexual reproduction..." -- QUOTE OF THE NIGHT: Even though it was from the next episode teaser, I couldn't help but laugh at Fabio's angry quote "All she ever make is scallops! Is Top Chef, not Top Scallop!" Little known fact: The working title of Top Chef before it was picked up by Bravo actually WAS Top Scallop.* * Least true thing ever. -- Martha Stewart came across alright, but these celeb-chefs giving away copies of their books as prizes is really getting absurd; next week, maybe the CEO of Swanson will show up and reward the winning chef by grafting a permanent SWANSON tattoo across their face. -- This was by far the most brutal "Chef's Reactions to the Food" week of the season. It went uuuuuuuhlittle something....like this: [Shot of Gene serving his food] Gene: I come from Hawaii and my grandmother is Thai, so I have a lot of personal love and warmth in this dish that I hope comes across. [Cut to Judges] Natasha Richardson: This f*ckin' blows. Tom: Embarrassing. [Cut to Jamie serving her food] Jamie: I literally poured my heart into this meal. I donated my actual heart, from my body, into the meal -- that's how much I care about this dish. [Cut to Judges] Natasha: Blows. Tom: Blows. [Etc.] -- I wonder if the Harlem Choir sang the entire "12 Days Of Christmas" in the kitchen? It would've been funny if the song just kept going, with everyone's enthusiasm dwindling as they reached Day 7 or so, then a commercial break, followed by the choir still singing the song, then as soon as they got done they just rolled right into "99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall". I should be producing this show. -- This Ariane crap continues to be bewildering; every week, the judges complain about people playing it safe and cooking "not to lose," and yet Ariane continues to not only survive but to win challenges by cooking really basic food that I can frickin' make. Next week, I better not hear the phrase "So I decided to keep it simple and make chicken parmesan" followed by "You've done it again, Ariane!!!" Updated Power Rankings 12/18 1) Stefan - Showed off a sense of humor this week; Bravo may be scaling back the a-holishness to set him up as a more likable winner. Or maybe they just cut his "all you Americans are doing all things all wrong always!!!" speech this week because of time. 2) Hosea - Closed the gap this week, making the all-bald finale showdown seeming even more likely. Mr. Clean product shots, anyone? 3) Jeff - I honestly thought his proclamation of "I want to let the judges know I'm running circles around this kitchen" was a prelude to an absolute disaster, like when someone in a horror movie says "Pshhh... Jason Voorhees? If I ever ran into that loser I'd beat the crap out of him!" [instant machete death]. Sidenote: Maybe Jeff meant that he was literally running circles around the kitchen? Seems more plausible. 4) Jamie - She's been in trouble twice and hasn't won one yet, but she's been reasonably consistent and both her mistakes were easily correctable. Plus f*cking up scallops is a Top Chef rite of passage. 5) Fabio - He's truly been sucking week after week, but he does have that "Who would you like to get caught under the mistletoe with?" Bravo viewer poll feather in his cap now. Teams playing .500 ball, likely not World Series contenders: Radhika, Leah, Ariane, Carla Next Two To Go: Gene, Melissa Thoughts and predictions in the comments, people! Feel free to be brutal, we have no need for "Oooh, it's Christmas, we don't have to follow the rules of the show" mercy here.
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:15 pm

Indie Bands Conspire to Make You Puke




If, somehow, you're miraculously able to look at the cover of Animal Collective's upcoming Merriweather Post Pavilion (above left) without barfing into your keyboard, we still wouldn't advise staring for too long at the just-released cover of Black Lips' 200 Million Thousand, which is making us dizzier than Cloverfield and Rachel Getting Married combined.

Headache-Inducing Album Covers To Be All The Rage In 2009 [Idolator]

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Filed Under: animal collective, black lips, music






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:15 pm

Temperley London Trades Runway Show for Its Own Mobile Art Exhibit


Temperley London, spring 2009

Temperley London has decided not to stage a runway show for fall 2009 for the first time since 2003 in favor of presentations. But these are special presentations. Video artists and photographers put together a series of installations in New York, London, and Paris to accompany the Temperley clothes. So it's kind of like Temperley's very own Mobile Art Exhibit but dedicated to clothes instead of bags! Now, can you guess why Temperley has decided to do this? A press release has the answer:

“From an economic and environmental point of view, it has become more and more difficult to support the constant global travel schedule for fashion sellers, buyers, and press,” said Lars von Bennigsen, CEO of Temperley London.


Oh, the damn economy is the elephant in every room. Although we do like how it's made everyone get creative this season.

Read more posts by Amy Odell

Filed Under: de-tenting, temperley london






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 7:03 pm

PHOTOS: Jennifer Aniston


Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:42 pm

'Doubt' Tops SAG Pack With 5 Nominations

Streep drama scores 5 SAG noms, Ledger and Pitt also nominated.
Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:36 pm

Jim Carrey Is the Michael Jordan of Acting, Claims the Bradley Cooper of Saying Ridiculous Things




"The idea of working with him is like having a chance to play one-on-one with Michael Jordan." —Bradley Cooper on acting with Jim Carrey in Yes Man [LAT]

"I think the whole line between what's real and fake became a big theme when Rob and I were talking about it early on, because there's this whole idea of 'Where's the real world — is it in the ring or out of the ring?' That was a main reason why Rob fought to keep the stripper in the film." —Darren Aronofsky [A.V. Club]

"Favorite song of 2008? I haven't had the chance to listen to anything but my stuff … so, um, 'Right Now.' Favorite Album? Freedom. In stores right now." —Akon [MTV]

"If Kanye's the voice of our generation, then Conor is the wordsmith." —Pete Wentz on Conor Oberst [MTV]

"What do I get if I whoop you? I get nothing because I'm supposed to. But if I lose, what does it do? It damages my whole reputation." —50 Cent responds to a challenge on his new video game, 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand [NYDN]

"Clearly, the greatest background moment is in the movie Teen Wolf. There is a crowd scene where an extra pulls his penis out for the world to see." —R.C. Hall, regular background actor on 30 Rock and mastermind behind "The Glove" [Apiary]

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Filed Under: 50 cent, akon, bradley cooper, darren aronofsky, pete wentz, quote machine, r.c. hall






Source: Vulture | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:30 pm

Victoria Beckham Thinks She Dresses Like a Schoolteacher




Victoria Beckham on whether her image has changed to reflect L.A.'s laid-back lifestyle: "It hasn't, not at all. I am very British in my style. Think school teacher … It's always good to know what suits you. Your signature style is whatever makes you feel happy, confident and sexy. Of course it's always good to mix things up every now and again too." [Daily Mail]

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Filed Under: spicy dish, victoria beckham






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:24 pm

Snow and Sexy Starlets: Hollywood Perfection at "The Spirit" Premiere (Fashion Wire Daily)

Fashion Wire Daily - A bevy of beautiful leading ladies didn't seem to mind the inclement weather that fell on the red carpet of "The Spirit" premiere on Wednesday night in Hollywood. It was actually cold and raining outside as director Frank Miller flaunted his gorgeous gals inside a plastic tent in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater, but the snow falling inside was actually faux, an homage to the weather in the flick.



Source: Yahoo! News: Fashion News | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:13 pm

You're Invited to the Hiltons' Xmas Party

Kathy Hilton invites public to "Christmas with the Stars," via TV and the Web.
Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:00 pm

Keanu Reeves Looks Thrilled To Be Promoting Street Kings

Here's Keanu Reeves promoting his most recent film Street Kings in Tokyo. Man, can this dude sell a movie or what?? I'm getting riled up just glancing at these pics!!!! Dayyyyummmnnnnn, calm it down, dude!!!! I'll see the movie, but I don't want to have an excitement seizure first!!! Keanu gets even more excited (several times) after the jump:
Source: Best Week Ever | 18 Dec 2008 | 6:00 pm

Aretha Franklin To Sing At Obama Inauguration

Aretha Franklin will sing, the Rev. Rick Warren will pray and more than 11,000 U.S. troops will be watching over inauguration ceremonies in case of an attack during President-elect Barack Obama's swearing-in on Jan. 20.




Source: Billboard.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 5:55 pm

Scarlett Johansson Selling Her Dirty Tissue on eBay

The 'Match Point' star and wife of actor Ryan Reynolds is selling her used tissue on eBay for charity.
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 5:40 pm

Juergen Teller Shot Pamela Anderson in a Trailer for the Next Vivienne Westwood Campaign


Pam and Viv. Adorbs!

Vivienne Westwood just might have the best campaign planned for spring 2009. The label has confirmed that Pamela Anderson will be its face, as we reported last month. Pam is great and all, but she's not what's really got us tickled. Vivienne Westwood will also appear in the ads along with her husband, Andreas Kronthaler. To top it off, Juergen Teller shot them all at Pam's trailer in Malibu! Are you kind of dying inside? This sounds so … so … kinky, in a good way. Better yet, the images will go in a coffee-table book! We know what you're thinking: Pam would have a trailer in Malibu, but also can she, as a friend of PETA, promote this label in accordance with her personal beliefs? Westwood is fur-free, so yes. It's about time Pam took some time from her PETA duties to promote fashion anyway. We can't believe we just said that, but we also kind of love that we did.

Glamour, Westwood-Style [British Vogue]


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Filed Under: advertising, campaign trail, juergen teller, pamela anderson, spring 2009, vivienne westwood






Source: The Cut | 18 Dec 2008 | 5:39 pm

A classic movie resurrected

While many films spend a brief period in the spotlight before fading into obscurity, there are some which seem to grow increasingly powerful over time.




Source: CNN.com - Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 5:01 pm

Gallery: Jim Carrey yuks it up




Source: CNN.com - Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 4:57 pm

The Cast of 'Growing Pains:' Where Are They Now?

Ever wonder what happened to the Seaver family? Well we have the answers!
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 4:29 pm

Van Morrison Sets Up Shop At EMI

Van Morrison is bringing his Listen to the Lion label to EMI via a new deal to be crowned by the early 2009 release of his recent live performance of the classic album "Astral Weeks."




Source: Billboard.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:54 pm

Beyonce Back In Control Of Hot 100

Beyonce assumes control again of the Billboard Hot 100 with "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," trading places 2-1 for a second time in recent weeks with T.I.'s "Live Your Life" featuring Rihanna. "Ladies" is also No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for a fifth frame.




Source: Billboard.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:40 pm

Best 21st-century buildings shown in 800-page book (AP)

AP - The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture (Phaidon Press, 800 pages, $195), by The Editors of Phaidon Press: This large-format atlas spotlights 1,037 notable buildings completed worldwide by superstar architects and regional talents since January 2000. Innovative projects in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America and Oceania are shown in 4,600 color photos, 2,100 line drawings and concise textual summaries.
Source: Yahoo! News: Entertainment Reviews | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:35 pm

Chicago critics laud 'Wall-E'

Front Page: Animated feature wins four awards -- The Chicago Film Critics Assn. has named Disney/Pixar's "Wall-E" the best pic of 2008. In addition to top honors, the toon also picked up prizes for original screenplay (Andrew Stanton and Jim Reardon), score (Thomas Newman) and animated feature.




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:33 pm

Scott Ruffalo's Death Ruled a Homicide

The former suspect's attorney still insists Ruffalo killed himself.
Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:30 pm

'Doubt' Leads SAG Award Nominations With Five Nods

The Roman Catholic drama "Doubt" leads contenders for the Screen Actors Guild Awards with five nominations, including honors for Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams and Viola Davis.
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:16 pm

Real-Life 'Da Vinci Code' Found on Back of Masterpiece

Mysterious sketches of a human skull and infant Jesus detected with infrared camera
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 3:08 pm

WATCH: Kimmel's Hilarious Clips of the Year


Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 2:50 pm

London critics pick 'Slumdog'

Front Page: Danny Boyle film nabs six nominations -- Danny Boyle's "Slumdog Millionaire" heads the field with six noms for the London Film Critics' Circle Awards, which take place Feb. 4 at London's Grosvenor House Hotel as a fund-raiser for the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 2:39 pm

Shapiro buys TV Guide Network

Front Page: Mogul, One Equity shell out $255 million -- Former Mosaic topper Allen Shapiro and One Equity Partners have bought the TV Guide Network from Macrovision for about $255 million.




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 2:12 pm

Three sketches possibly drawn by Leonardo da Vinci have been found on the back of this painting

A reproduction released by the Louvre museum on December 18, 2008 shows Leonardo da Vinci's "Virgin And Child With St Anne." Three sketches possibly drawn by the master have been found on the back of the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNImagesEnter | 18 Dec 2008 | 1:52 pm

Macy, Butz replace Piven in 'Plow'

Front Page: Duo to take over role after actor's abrupt exit -- William H. Macy and Norbert Leo Butz will take over for Jeremy Piven in the Broadway revival of “Speed-the-Plow.”




Source: Variety.com - Front Page | 18 Dec 2008 | 1:48 pm

David Letterman Gets Jen Aniston's 'Naked on GQ Tie'

Actress presents Dave her infamous tie as 'an early Christmas gift'
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 1:25 pm

Actor Mark Ruffalo's Brother's Death Ruled a Homicide

The Los Angeles County Coroner's Office on Wednesday ruled the death of Mark Ruffalo's younger brother a homicide
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 1:23 pm

Music legend, 75, feels like he's 'just starting'

If there's one thing Quincy Jones can't stand, it's people without a sense of history. The music legend is dumbfounded by kids (and adults) who have no knowledge of American music greats. Many of them can be found in his new book, "The Complete Quincy Jones: My Journey & Passions."




Source: CNN.com - Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 12:51 pm

PHOTOS: Cutest Celeb Babies

McConaughey's little man Levi enjoys a day out with his parents.
Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 12:50 pm

PHOTOS: Skin Worthy Covers

Stars who aren't afraid to show a little skin, in the name of art.
Source: ABC News: Entertainment | 18 Dec 2008 | 12:26 pm

Best 21st century buildings shown in 800-page book (AP)

AP - "The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture" (Phaidon Press, 800 pages, $195), by The Editors of Phaidon Press: This large-format atlas spotlights 1,037 notable buildings completed worldwide by superstar architects and regional talents since January 2000. Innovative projects in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America and Oceania are shown in 4,600 color photos, 2,100 line drawings and concise textual summaries.
Source: Yahoo! News: Entertainment Reviews | 18 Dec 2008 | 12:25 pm

Eddie Murphy as the Riddler? Rumors Fly Over 'Batman 3'

As Oscar buzz swirls around 'The Dark Knight,' gossip over the caped crusader's next big screen adventure has graced the pages of the British tabloids, with some unlikely candidates rumored to fill some classic roles.
Source: FOXNews.com | 18 Dec 2008 | 12:10 pm

Lindsay Lohan's fan attack



Lindsay Lohan was attacked by a crazed fan in the early hours of yesterday morning.

The 'Mean Girls' actress was leaving Arizona nightspot the Jackrabbit Supper Club and Lounge with her girlfriend Samantha Ronson when the man lunged at her.

Jackrabbit owner Dan Wierck says "The gentleman became very excited when he realised he was so close to Samantha and he has a history of being a stalker with Lindsay Lohan so he immediately attacked her and started yelling, 'I love her, I love her!' "

Police and the couple's bodyguards quickly stepped in and wrestled the 38-year-old man to the ground. He was promptly arrested for disorderly conduct.

No charges against him had been filed at the time of writing.

Officers have so far refused to release the man's name, and would only say: "No one was hurt during the altercation."

Lindsay, 22, is not the only famous face to recently attract unwanted attention from an overzealous fan.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:59 am

PETA perfect Leona Lewis




Leona Lewis has been named Person of the Year by PETA.

The animal rights organisation - People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals - has recognised the vegetarian singer's commitment to animal welfare after she reportedly refused to open department store Harrods' winter sale because the shop sells fur.

PETA's Europe Director Robbie LeBlanc said: "Leona Lewis is admired for her beautiful voice, but it's her kindness to animals that makes her a superstar in our book."


Earlier this year, the campaign group crowned the 'Run' singer - who is working on an accessories line of vegan shoes and bags - Sexiest Vegetarian.

Lat year's Person of the Year was Sir Paul McCartney's fashion designer daughter Stella McCartney.

Leona, who hasn't eaten meat since she was 12, has previously said: "I am totally against animal cruelty. I am vegetarian so I don't have clothes, shoes, or bags made from leather or suede or any animal products. I'm on a mission."

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:55 am

Jennifer's marriage at new Lo




The singer — who gave birth to twins ten months ago — was spotted without her wedding ring at an LA movie premiere.

Her Latin superstar husband Marc Anthony, 40 — also not wearing a wedding ring — fuelled the rumours further when he was seen chatting to women in New York and Las Vegas nightclubs.

The singer reportedly moaned that 39-year-old J-Lo had been “making me miserable”.

One source said the couple were now at “breaking point”, adding: “They are both getting bored.

“She wanted this domestic life, but now she’s bored out of her mind. She wants the old J-Lo back.”

It is also claimed J-Lo is struggling with Marc’s “controlling” ways, including keeping tabs on her phone calls.


Magazine Us Weekly reports that the couple, who renewed their wedding vows in October, showed signs of strain during a Thanksgiving dinner with relatives in LA last month.

This week, however, they put on a display of unity while heading out together for dinner at Beverly Hills restaurant Luau.

They tucked into meatballs and ribs, followed by coconut tiramisu and chocolate lava cake.

Marc’s publicist denied their marriage was in trouble, saying: “They’re doing great.”

J-Lo’s spokeswoman was unavailable for comment.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:54 am

Jessica Alba and Jack Black to appear in The Office



Actors to appear in American TV show

Jessica Alba and Jack Black are to star in a special Super Bowl edition of The Office.

The actors are to appear in the US version of the hit British comedy.

Jack, 39, and Jessica, 27, are to feature in a episode which sees the cast attempt to watch a bootleg movie – in which the Hollywood actors star.

The hour-long episode will be screened in the US on 1 February.

The Office recently picked up Golden Globe nominations for Best Comedy Television Series and Best Actor for actor Steve Carell, who plays Ricky Gervais's role.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:51 am

Brad Pitt: We exchange handmade gifts at Christmas



Actor's family don't buy expensive goods

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's family give each other Christmas presents that they've made themselves.

‘We do exchange gifts, although we don’t feel any pressure to make them big or expensive ones,’ says Brad, 44.

‘And the kids don’t ask for big gifts for the reason that they don’t see a lot of American cartoon TV, which is packed with manipulative ads.’

Brad and Ange, 33, thinks it’s better that they're creative.

‘The rule is everyone has to make something for someone else,’ he says.

‘You got to put time into it. The gift-giving is a very nice time for us.’

The couple have five-month-old twins Vivienne Marcheline and Knox Leon, daughter Shiloh, 2, and adopted kids Maddox, 7, Pax, 4, and Zahara, 3.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:49 am

Kevin Federline ‘dating bowling partner’



Britney Spears’ ex said to be seeing Victoria Prince

Kevin Federline appears to be moving on, two years after he split from ex-wife Britney Spears.

The rapper is said to have sparked up a relationship with Victoria Prince, a member of his bowling team the Party Animals.

He and the former volleyball star have apparently become inseparable in recent weeks.

Kevin, 30, and Britney, 27, finalised their divorce in July 2007.

The couple have sons Sean Preston, 3, and Jayden James, 2.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:45 am

Katy Perry: I’m not engaged to Travis McCoy



Singer sets the record straight on blog.

Katy Perry has rubbished rumours she’s to wed long-term boyfriend Travis McCoy.

US reports claimed the Gym Class Heroes star proposed during a romantic trip to Paris.

But Katy, 24, says the story was inaccurate.

‘NOT engaged!’ she writes on her blog. ‘But thanks for the free press New York Daily News!

'You should fact check with the source before you spread world wide news like that.’

Travis gave Katy a diamond promise ring in the summer.

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Source: Lepaparazzi - Celebrity News and Gossip Blog | 18 Dec 2008 | 11:43 am

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