Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Teena Marie Dies at 54
Tina suffered a grand mal seizure a month before her death. Close family friends tell us Tina has suffered other seizures, but the grand mal shook her up badly. We’re told she had broken two ribs after falling during that seizure. We’re told the L.A. County Coroner’s Office found diazepam — an antiseizure drug — at Teena’s home, but friends say she had stopped taking the medicine because of side effects and began taking herbal remedies instead. Friends also Say … Teena was so scared of having another grand mal seizure she would have someone sleep next to her at night. Friends say on Saturday night someone slept in the same room with Teena and left in the morning. Teena was talking with her bodyguard at around 11:30 AM. She went back to bed in the early afternoon — no one was with her when she slept. Teena’s daughter checked in with her at around 1 PM and Teena was fine. Though at around 3 PM, Teena’s daughter checked in with her again, and found her unresponsive.
The Coroner has said signs point to death from natural causes. But “natural causes” could be death from a seizure. May she rest in peace and we remember her for her great talent.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Top 5 Best Things of 2010
Little Fockers in Theaters
It's tough to see your favorite actors grow old. It's even tougher to see them grow old and demean themselves in increasingly crappy movies. That's the greatest feeling (aside from displeasure) one will walk away with from Little Fockers.
This third installment in the Meet the Parents franchise finds male nurse and family man Gay "Greg" Focker (Ben Stiller) and his ex-spy father-in-law Jack Byrnes (Robert De Niro) continuing their battle of wills to ridiculous new highs (or is that lows?). As Greg and his wife Pam (Teri Polo) prepare for their young twins' upcoming birthday, Jack is nursing a heart condition that's got him mulling who should become the family's patriarch should he die.
For reasons that I won't bother to spoil, Jack selects Greg who, of course, must endure a new set of tests and expectations. Greg, though, stands to ruin it all when he begins working with an exuberant and unbelievably hot drug company sales rep named Andi Garcia (like the actor Andy Garcia, get it?!), played by Jessica Alba. Andi is totally into Greg, which only make his mission to win over Jack that much more difficult.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
After her lead single "I Ain't Thru" featuring Young Money rapper Nicki Minaj failed to chart, R&B singer Keyshia Cole voiced her regrets for releasing the song. In a business where many artists are trying to put out their own single with label interference, Cole says she should have listened to her team on what song to put out.“The label didn’t really want to drop the record because they knew that people wanted a more intense, soulful record from me about love and I really should have followed (their) direction,” Cole tells the Associated Press.
Nevertheless, Cole insisted she doesn't regret it, saying "I wanted that to be a statement record. It's like saying, 'I'm doing me, you know. I don't have no regrets for nothing that I'm doing."
Cole’s second single "Long Way Down" quickly caught naysayer’s attention and so far she’s happy with the record’s results.
"People are gravitating more toward [the song]," she stated. "I just think that people expect me to be, you know, an artist that sings about just love. But I'm always growing as an artist and I have to feed my artistry."
“Maybe there’s someone out there that can give you that sad sad song, because it's not me,” Cole recently tells Singersroom.
Keyshia Cole's new album 'Calling All Hearts' is in stores and online now.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Song Leaked...Christmas Song...At Christmas???
Michael Vick ... Wouldn't Mind a Dog!
The recent comments by Vic have caused uproar among some of the people who abhorred him after the original charges were filed.
“I would love to have another dog. My entire life I grew up with a pet in my house. The last few years were the first that I haven’t had one. My daughter is used to it, my son is used to it. It’s just different. I feel bad for them and the entire situation, what I did. It could be part of my rehabilitation process showing people I do care about animals sincerely and genuinely,” Vick recently said.
Part of the conditions of his release from the penitentiary were that he would never own a dog again. However, it seems that he doesn’t feel that is quite a justified punishment.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Ciara can say... She did her Thang!
R&B beauty Ciara would love to bare all for a magazine photoshoot - so she can “look back” and admire her youthful appearance when she’s in her old age.
The Goodies star admits she has no qualms about stripping off for the cameras, but only if it’s done tastefully.
She tells Us Weekly, “I embrace my body. At the right time and for the right magazine, I’d definitely consider it. Then when I’m 50, I can look back and say, ’Girl, you did your thang (sic)!’”
Madonna Pulls a Diva Move!
Madonna angered plane passengers in Britain over the weekend after she was allowed off a diverted aircraft two hours before other travellers, according to a U.K. report.
The Holiday hitmaker was onboard a delayed Virgin flight from New York to London's Heathrow, but the plane was diverted to nearby Stansted Airport because of heavy snowfall.
All passengers were kept on board for three hours after landing - but Madonna was allowed to leave after just 60 minutes, according Britain's Daily Mail newspaper.
A source tells the publication, "After about an hour, a bus came along and took her and her party of about 15 off the plane. It seemed a little unfair. It's not like she is the President or anything. The rest of us all had to wait for another two hours... Madonna was taken off the plane way before the rest of the first class people. We were all grumbling about it."
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Winona Ryder Opens up about Mel Gibson
Winona Ryder has opened up about a "horrible" encounter with Mel Gibson at a Hollywood party 15 years ago, insisting she saw the troubled actor's dark side but "no one believed" her.
The Braveheart star has hit headlines throughout the year after his ex-girlfriend alleged he was violent towards her and a number of the former couple's explosive arguments leaked online, with Gibson's rants coming under particular scrutiny.
The now-infamous tapes surfaced three years after he was accused of unleashing his temper during a 2006 DUI arrest and hurling anti-Semitic abuse at a Jewish traffic cop.
Ryder met Gibson long before his personal problems became public and the Jewish actress claims she was left aghast when the star allegedly made a series of offensive jokes and drunkenly insulted her religious beliefs.
She tells GQ magazine, "Fifteen years ago, I was at one of those big Hollywood parties. And he was really drunk. I was with my friend, who's gay. (Gibson) made a really horrible gay joke. And somehow it came up that I was Jewish. He said something about 'oven dodgers,' but I didn't get it. I'd never heard that before. It was just this weird, weird moment.... No one believed me!"
New on American Idol... George Michael is the New Judge!
SIMON COWELL has put his Faith in GEORGE MICHAEL - by making him a judge on American X Factor. The former Wham! star, 47, will join the talent show mogul and CHERYL COLE, 27, on the debut series in the States next year. It will allow the troubled singer to re-launch his career after his jail stint earlier this year for drug-driving. A source said: "George is going to take the job. It's an amazing opportunity to get back in the limelight and reverse his recent bad spell. Simon knows that Americans love him. He is as big in the US as he is over here. "He is a true star and has the wit and experience for the job. It's the perfect platform to resurrect his career." Simon, 51, is believed to have offered him a deal worth more than £1million. The telly boss visited George at his home in November to discuss the role. The Freedom star, who sang with winner JOE McELDERRY on last year's final show, is a huge fan of reality TV as well as Coronation Street. George will have to apply for a US work permit - and due to his recent brush with the law it could take longer to obtain. Rolling Stones frontman MICK JAGGER, 67, and NOEL GALLAGHER, 43, have also received calls about a judging role. The ex-Oasis star is mulling over the offer after his management met show chiefs. Noel has twice refused to allow an X Factor Oasis night because the band were still on the road. A source said: "Simon is determined to have a panel of amazing judges. "The show has to go off with a bang especially as Aerosmith frontman STEVE TYLER will be on American Idol."
Can I be Famous like Kim, Butt what do I need to do to Keep it!
Kim Kardashian may struggle to keep her World's Best Bum title what with all the extra junk in her trunk! The 30-year-old reality TV star admits movie from LA to New York has played havoc with her diet and exercise regime and now she's more likely to go for fast food than a fast run. "The hardest thing about moving from California to New York is the food – it's everywhere," says Kim. "I have got to know the pizza there really well. I have probably gained 10lbs living in New York. I can't find a gym I just see pizza and hotdogs everywhere."
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Im Coming Home... Diddy Dirty Money! What is this? Puffy.. P Diddy... Why Are You Still Try'n to be an MC??? WHY
Man... Power to you Diddy, please go GET a real rapper on that record!
Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett Johansson Split?
"No one had any idea this was coming," a friend of Scarlett's tells me. "They kept their private life so secret that I doubt we will ever really know what went wrong."
The gorgeous duo have always been incredibly private and have only been photographed together a handful of times. They barley even spoke about their relationship in the press, with Ryan admitting in the October issue of GQ that since getting married, "I'm a little more guarded, I think. I'm a little bit more wary of having my relationship turning into a soap opera."
The two are determined to keep the particulars of their failed relationship private, a friend tells me, who wisely notes that fans shouldn't hold their breath for a weepy Oprah-style interview.
"In fact, knowing them, they will never talk about it at all," my source says.
This desire to clam up may be tough for Ryan, as he's obligated to promote his film, 'Green Lantern,' during the first half of 2011. Insiders tell me that members of the press will be told that Scarlett-related questions will be off limits during the promotional tour. "Anyone that asks personal questions will be asked to leave," the source reveals.
The couple released the following statement on Tuesday: "After long and careful consideration on both our parts, we've decided to end our marriage. We entered our relationship with love and it's with love and kindness we leave it. While privacy isn't expected, it's certainly appreciated."
Dangerous Stunt Gone Bad on the Oprah Winfrey Show
The 42-year-old star was set to make a dramatic entrance from the top of the Sydney Opera House, sliding down a cable. Then he failed to stop, smashing into the lighting rig.
"That was so much fun, until the end," joked Jackman, according to a Reuters UK report. He told Oprah the excitement made him hit the brakes a bit late.
"I came down waving to everyone, looking over Sydney Harbour, saw my dad, the kids and you [Winfrey], went to pull the brake and thenboing," he said.
An Australian TV news segment -- with video of the incident -- reports Jackman got "a slight cut to his eye." An eyewitness reporter called the incident "unbelievable" and said "he basically face-planted the back wall of the stage."
The reporter said Oprah was "very calm," and Jackman "asked for a tissue while he was hanging back there, 20 feet in the air"
Monday, December 13, 2010
Royal Engagement! William and Kate
What's it like to almost be 30 Christina
Nicole Richie wear's 3 dresses at her Wedding!
Nicole Richie wore three dresses on her wedding day.
The fashion designer-and-TV star donned a trio of gowns by Marchesa when she married Joel Madden on Saturday (11.12.10), in a ceremony attended by her godfather Quincy Jones as well as Gwen Stefani and her husband Gavin Rossdale and Khloe Kardashian.
Nicole – who has two children with Joel, Harlow, two, and 15-month-old Sparrow – changed into different gowns for the ceremony, dinner and after-dinner party.
The couple’s nuptials were winter-themed and took place at father-of-the-bride Lionel Richie’s Beverly Hills estate and were officiated by run-DMC rapper and practicing minister Reverend Run.
A source told Cake Exclusive magazine: “Joel and Nicole have looked up to Rev. Run, so they wanted him to officiate. They both appreciate his family values and he is an inspiration for both. They both also respect his faith, too.”
Celebrity no-shows included Christina Aguilera, who was reportedly supposed to be singing at the ceremony, and Kim Kardashian. The most noticeable person missing from the guest list, however, was Paris Hilton, Nicole’s on/off best friend.
Yet those who did make it got to enjoy the sight of one hundred red roses and a menu including filet mignon and seared ahi tuna.
Is Marriage boring Eva Mendes
Eva Mendes says marriage is “boring” to her.
The ‘Other Guys’ star has been in a relationship with Peruvian filmmaker George Augusto since 2002 but insists she has no plans to tie the knot, not now or in the future.
She said: “No, no, no. I don’t know if I want children, but the idea of marriage sounds very boring to me. I have to be honest. And no disrespect, because I think marriage is a beautiful institution . I am extremely romantic but I think there is that little rebel inside me that is anti-establishment. It’s just one more fun thing I can rebel against.”
Although she isn’t keen on walking down the aisle herself, the 36-year-old actress loves going to other people’s nuptials.
And when she attends a wedding, Eva can’t stop herself from hitting the dancefloor and showing off her unique moves.
She added in an interview with Britain’s HELLO! magazine: “I love going to a wedding. I do this thing – I call it wedding dancing. I don’t know what happens to me but I just dance in a way that I’ve never danced before. I’m the best person to have at your wedding but I just don’t ever want to be the actual person getting married.”
New Releases coming every Tuesday!
December 7
Adam Lambert, 'Take Two'
Natasha Bedingfield, 'Strip Me'
Daft Punk, 'Tron: Legacy'
deadmau5, '4x4=12'
Duffy, 'Endlessly'
Hinder, 'The All-American Nightmare'
Plain White T's, 'The Wonders of the Younger'
Redman, 'Reggie'
Runner Runner, 'Runner Runner'
Robin Trower, 'The Playful Heart'
The Sorrow, 'The Sorrow'
T.I., 'No Mercy'
December 14
Crystal Bowersox, 'Farmer's Daughter'
Ciara, 'Basic Instinct'
The Damned Things, 'Ironiclast'
Michael Jackson, 'Michael'
R. Kelly, 'Love Letter'
Leona Lewis, 'The Labyrinth Tour: Live from the O2'
Lil Wayne, 'Tha Carter IV'
Diddy-Dirty Money, 'Last Train to Paris'
Motorhead, 'The World is Yours'
Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, 'III/IV'
Young Jeezy, 'TM 103'
December 21
Avant, 'The Letter'
Ghostface Killah, 'Apollo Kids'
Jamie Foxx, 'Best Night of my Life'
Keri Hilson, 'No Boys Allowed'
Keyshia Cole, 'Calling All Hearts'
December 28
Jesse McCartney, 'Have it All'