Bill Condon Gives Fans A Present

It seems as though Director Bill Condon wanted to give fans of The Twilight Saga something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. He decided to take to the official Twilight Facebook page to post this first look at Breaking Dawn.

In a message to fans, he said:

"Happy Thanksgiving and a crazy Black Friday to all of you and yours."

I am very excited to see what else the director is going to give us over the coming months. What do you think of this sneak peak?


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100 Monkeys Embark on Winter Tour

100 Monkeys are set to embark on a tour that runs through the end of December into early January and are offering special packages that are available for purchase for their fans. They have a select few packages left and wouldn't want anyone to miss out on the chance to spend New Years Eve with the band at their show at Emo's Alternate Lounge in Austin, Texas. The band also has a special deal with Starwood Hotels to provide reduced price hotel rooms for fans who are attending 100 Monkeys shows.

Here is some helpful information about the tour and hotel packages:

DECEMBER 26, 2010 8:30P
The Earl, Atlanta, GA
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/100monkeys

DECEMBER 27, 2010 7P
WorkPlay Theatre, Birmingham, AL
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/100monkeys

DECEMBER 28, 2010 7P
The Parish @ House of Blues, New Orleans, LA
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/100monkeys

DECEMBER 29, 2010 8P
Warehouse Live Studio, Houston, TX
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/100monkeys

DECEMBER 30, 2010 7:30P
The Loft, Dallas, TX
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/100monkeys

DECEMBER 31, 2010
Emo's Alternative Lounge, Austin, TX
VIP PACKAGE - SOLD OUT

Standard Packages: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/booking/reservation?id=1010076955&key=48769

PACKAGE: Hotel package includes 2 tickets to the show, early entry to the concert, signed 8x10 photo, signed Live and Kicking Part Two DVD, and champagne toast at midnight.

JANUARY 1, 2011 8P
Smokin Aces, Mission, TX
NO HOST HOTEL

JANUARY 2, 2011 4P
White Rabbit, San Antonio, TX
Hotel: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1010218342&key=40E5

Goodbye Mr. Kershner

Irvin Kershner, director extraordinaire passed away today at the age of 87. His long list of accomplishments includes the Bond flick "Never Say Never Again," also "Robocop 2," but most notably "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back." Kershner has changed the world of make believe as we know it. Helping to create a world of imagination with no modern technology as no one else could. The Sci-Fi world will never be the same without him. May the Force be with you always Mr. Kershner.


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Hathaway and Franco to Host Oscars

James Franco and Anne Hathaway have been tapped to host the 2011 Oscars. The producers decided to go with the young stars, because they are very hot right now and on the rise. They want the night to be a "celebration of film," and they feel that Franco and Hathaway will successfully make that happen.

The idea to use actors rather than comedians has been the trend for a number of years now. Last year, Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin hosted; and before that it was Hugh Jackman. It seems that the Academy is going back to the trend that was popular in the 50s, 60s, and 70s.

The producers have also chosen these young actors, because there is a chance that they may be nominated for an award as well; Franco for his role in "127 Hours," and Hathaway for her role in "Love & Other Drugs." It wouldn't be the first time a host has also been nominated, and it keeps the show entertaining.

The goal for this year is to cut back the length of the show even more. In past years, the show has run as long as four hours, and that is just not something that can happen again. There are a number of awards that have been moved to another event, and the hope is that it will aid in the shortening of the show.

Will you be tuning in to this years show?


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RIP comedic genius Leslie Neilsen...

The star of the wildly popular movies 'Airline' and spoof comedic series 'Naked Gun' & has passed away at 84 years of age in a hospital in Florida.

IMDb currently has the actor listed as having just completed producing 'Stonerville' and currently working on 'The Waterman Movie'. No word yet on whether his passing will affect either of these.

RIP Leslie, you will be missed.


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Celebrities Go Offline For Charity

In an effort to raise awareness for World aids Day and the Keep A Child Alive program, a number of different celebrities will be going offline until $1 million is raised for the organization, which is run by Alicia Keys.

The celebrities taking part in the event include Keys, Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, Usher, Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Jennifer Hudson, Ryan Seacrest, Elijah Wood, Serena Williams, Janelle Monae, and Keys' husband Swizz Beats. Each of the stars filmed a "last will and testament" to play during the week to signify their "digital deaths."

The idea behind it is to make the world more aware of what is going on outside of their comfort zones. I'm curious to see how long it takes to raise the money.

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Willie Nelson Charged with Possession

While going through border patrol, Willie Nelson was charged with possession of marijuana when 6 ounces were found on his tour bus. When the bus pulled the into the checkpoint at Sierra Blanca, TX at 9 a.m., the officers smelled pot as soon as the bus doors opened.

Upon further inspection of the bus, authorities discovered the stash of pot. Nelson was arrested along with 2 other people when he said the the pot was his. He was arrested and released on $2,500 bond. Is this the first time he has been caught with the drug?


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Meet The Staff

There have been a lot of new additions to the Artists On Demand family lately and we wanted to make sure everyone knew who they were hearing on air when you tune in for Artists On Demand throughout your week. So here it is, a video just for you to spotlight our fantastic staff.

Lindsay Lohan Back On Twitter?

It would appear that Lindsay Lohan has reappeared on twitter after a two month social media silence. The Mean Girls star reappeared on twitter approximately twelve hours ago when she tweeted a quote that was retweeted by a Tom Cruise fan. The quote read "Every passing minute is another chance to turn it all around. Sofia~ Vanilla Sky LOVE this quote"

We can only hope that this is a sign that this round of treatment for the troubled star is her final stint before she turns her life around. Lohan is set to live in her sober living facility until January 3rd. She just returned from a fifteen hour leave to visit her family for the Thanksgiving holiday. We wish her the best as she finishes this part of her journey.

Make sure to follow Lohan on Twitter!


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Black Eyed Peas Playing the Superbowl

The Black Eyed Peas have announced that they are confirmed to be playing the halftime show of the Superbowl this coming year. This is a surprise as the last five years have always been much different performers ever since the whole Janet & Timberlake fiasco that occurred in 2004.

The Black Eyed Peas are definitely what the Superbowl needs to spruce up their halftime show and give the football fans something to talk about, besides the game of course. It should be a good one and we will definitely be tuned in.

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The Cornelia Marie Comes Home

The Cornelia Marie, the crabbing boat that made fame on the Discovery Channels 'Deadliest Catch' has come home for the holidays. Earlier this year, the crabbing vessels captain, Phil Harris, passed away after suffering a stroke while unloading at the port on January 29th. He had surgery and was recovering until he died on February 9th, 2010. His sons, who now handle the boat, ended their crab season to join family and friends for Thanksgiving and Christmas to celebrate the life of Captain Phil.

They will have an intimate gathering of close friends and family at a family friends house to toast the captain and have 'story time'. He is deeply missed and his family just wants to take the time to celebrate. We wish them a great holiday.

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LiLo Free For Thanksgiving

Lindsay Lohan has been permitted to leave her sober living facility to make the two hour drive back home to Los Angeles to spend Thanksgiving with family and friends. It's not a long leave, only about fifteen hours, at that time Lohan will have to be back to the facility to continue her sober spree.

Amongst some of the people joining Lohan are friends, close family, and even Mr. Lohan himself. We shall see what kind of drama that stirs up with Lohan's mom Dina.


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Taylor Swift Signs Up for World Tour

Taylor Swift is on a high after winning Best Female Country Artists at the 38th Annual American Music Awards (Picture above) and her success at the Country Music Awards and she doesn't seem to be wanting to stop. The country music crossover sensation is gearing up to hit the road in 2011 for another tour. Her last tour, Fearless, sold out 107 shows from 2009 to 2010. This time she isn't just hitting the road... she'll be hitting plane, train, and automobile it seems.

The world tour will include four countries throughout 2011. She will kick off the tour in Singapore on February 9th, before moving to the European section before kicking off the U.S. leg on May 27th in Omaha, Nebraska and then moving to Australia and New Zealand later in the year.

It appears this music princess will have her hands full, but the fans will be ecstatic.

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Producer of 'School Pride' Dies of Brain Aneurysm

Reports have surfaced that Denise Cramsey, producer of 'School Pride', died on Tuesday at an undisclosed hospital from a brain aneurysm. Her close family was with her at the time, including her fiance, brother, and best friend. She was only 41 years old.

Cramsey was well known for winning an Emmy for producing ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition", "True Beauty", and TLC's "Trading Spaces". NBC was among the networks that sent their condolences for the family.

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Happy Thanksgiving

We would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving today as we gather with friends and family. Be safe on your travels, enjoy the food, and take a breather from life.

John Travolta and Kelly Preston Welcome Baby Boy

The Travolta family is happy to announce the arrival of Benjamin to the family. Benjamin was born in an undisclosed hospital in Florida on Tuesday.

The couple's spokesperson released a statement saying that Travolta, Preston, and daughter Ella "are ecstatic and very happy about the newest member of the family." When asked about the status of Preston and the baby, the spokesperson was able to tell the public that Preston and baby Benjamin "are healthy and doing beautifully."

Benjamin is the third child for the couple, who lost son Jett last year in a tragic accident.

Mazel Tov to the Travolta family on this wonderful news!

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Joe Jonas/Ashley Greene Airport Snafu

While going through airport security in Abu Dhabi, Joe Jonas was stopped for having a set of knives in his carry-on luggage. Jonas and Greene were boarding a flight from Abu Dhabi to New York.

It appears that Jonas had purchased a cheese knife set and forgot to put it in his checked luggage. When Greene asked him about the knife set, he said "Whoopsies," at which point responded with 'Whoopsies doesn't cut it! We're going to get arrested!'"

After explaining the situation to airport security, they let the couple go. The knives were taken and put underneath the plane with the rest of the luggage. It was definitely a scare for the couple, but they are glad that it's over.

It just goes to show that it doesn't matter who you are, you still have to follow TSA regulations.


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Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner

Jennifer Grey and Derek Hough were names this season's winners on Dancing with the Stars. It was a tough season for Grey, who suffered from a number of different injuries; the most recent taking place this morning, when she was told she had a ruptured disc in her back.

Grey was the leader of the pack almost the entire season, and there would have been a lot of upset had she not taken the mirror ball trophy home. Grey came out on top over second place star Kyle Massey, and third place "star" Bristol Palin.

I know in my heart that she has had an angel watching over her this season, and he is the one that got her through all of the ups and downs. As the title says, and as Johnny Castle said, "Nobody puts baby in the corner."

Congratulations Jennifer and Derek!!! You earned it!

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AMA Winners 2010

The American Music Awards aired this past Sunday with lower ratings than normal and some seem to blame it on the winners. Some won over some of the best in the business and it has quite a riot going. But for your knowledge, here are the winners of this years American Music Awards.

Justin Bieber:
Pop/Rock Music: Favorite Male Artists
Pop/Rock Music: Favorite Album: My World 2.0
T-Mobile Breakthrough Artists Of The Year
Artists Of The Year

Black Eyed Peas:
Pop/Rock Music: Favorite Band, Duo, or Group

Michael Buble:
Adult Contemporary Music: Favorite Artists

Eminem:
Rap/Hip-Hop Music: Favorite Artists
Rap/Hip-Hop Music: Favorite Album - Recovery

Glee:The Music, Volume 3, Showstoppers
Soundtrack: Favorite Album


Lady Antebellum:
Country Music: Favorite Band, Duo, or Group


Lady Gaga:
Pop/Rock Music: Favorite Female Artist


MercyMe:
Contemporary Inspirational Music: Favorite Artist

Muse:
Alternative Rock Music: Favorite Artist


Brad Paisley:
Country Music: Favorite Male Artist

Rihanna:
Soul/Rhythm & Blues Music:  Favorite Female Artist

Shakira:
Latin Music: Favorite Female Artist

Taylor Swift:
Country Music: Favorite Female Artist

Carrie Underwood:
Country Music: Favorite Album - Play On

Usher:
Soul/Rhythm & Blues Music:  Favorite Male Artists
Soul/Rhythm & Blues Music:  Favorite Album - Raymond v. Raymond

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Miley Cyrus Officially Legal

Miley Cyrus officially turned 18 today, but it seems the Disney star has been acting older for a while now. As the family friendly Hannah Montana, Cyrus was all over shirts, posters, and little girls screamed her name with delight. Now it seems that the boys are doing more of the screaming and the little girl we once knew seems to have disappeared.

With the recent release of her new song "Who Owns My Heart" and the video to go along with it, it seems Cyrus has taken another step up from even her past risque video. Much debate is swirling on whether this is the way the world wanted to Cyrus go or if they wanted her to take a more "Taylor Swift route". You make the decision. Here is her video for "Who Owns My Heart".



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Gaga speechless?...

and I mean, speechless literally...the first lady of 'out there pop' is going to be immortalized in wax.

Madame Tussaud's Wax Museums are launching 8 Lady Gaga figures simultaneously around the world on 9 December and all of them will be different:

• Lady in Lace – Alex Noble lace body stocking and Philip Tracey face mask topped off with Marie Antoinette style ‘fro. As seen at The Brit Awards 2010
• Telephone – Phillip Tracey telephone hat teamed with a black Armani coat, flared trousers and towering heels. As seen on Friday Night with Jonathan Ross March 2010
• Harlequin – Black Marjan Pejoski Body suit with oversized black neck fuff and sleek, super straight platinum hair. As seen at Grand Intercontinental Hotel Seoul, South Korea
• Kinky Boots – Short black Bruno Pieters leather body suit cut away to reveal black lace bra, quirky “disc” hat and thigh high black boots. As worn at the Hakkasan restaurant, London in April 2009
• Mini Mouse – Off one shoulder black latex body suit with long straight hair topped off with “mini mouse” style buns. As seen at the BBC Radio 1 studios, London
• Hair Hat – Gaga’s own blonde locks splayed out into a huge sunhat teamed with black see through net dress. As seen at the Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas
• Wired “wing” dress with lightning “eye” – Short black Orschel-Read strapless dress with wired, thigh high patent boots and black lightning stripe make up over one eye Orschel-Read as worn on the Wetten Dass..? gameshow, Germany in November 2009
• Big Hair – Towering purple hair piece atop waist length plantinum locks, with nude Maison Martin Margiela bodysuit, white blazer and huge platforms. As seen outside Phoenix Hotel, Copenhagen, Denmark, July 2009 

Can you imagine the room full of Gaga in London, where the figures are being constructed??!! The process will take 4 months to create all 8 Gaga's and each is made entirely out of clay before being redone in wax.

Here's footage of Gwen Stefani meeting her wax-self last month...they do such an amazing job! Gwen and Gaga will join the ranks of Brad Pitt, Rob Pattinson, President Obama, David Beckham, Prince Charles, Einstein & Michael Jackson.



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No More "Ace of Cakes"

The Food Network confirmed reports of "Ace of Cakes" being cancelled sometime Sunday. The show followed Duff Goldman and his staff at his bakery, Charm City Cakes, in Baltimore, MD.

The show has been on the air for 9 season, and taping for the 10th season has just recently finished. The 10th season, beginning in January, will be the final season.

The network is currently in the process of finding a new project for Goldman to be a part of.



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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Review

I just got back from seeing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. I do have to warn that there will be MINOR SPOILERS to follow. So if you have not seen the movies and you do not want to read more this is the place to stop!

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I have to say that this movie has lived up to the hype. It really is a different feeling Harry Potter movie. It seems as if everyone threw themselves into making these last two films the best they could be. Acting performances were amazing and this movie was definitely a treat to books fans over the movie ones. If you have not seen this movie then you must soon. It was hands down the best one yet.

The story of the first part of Deathly Hallows really focuses on the trio. Their friendship is tested with the stress of the mission, evil manipulating lockets, and being cooped up together in a tent for months. The trio focuses on trying to figure out how to kill the horcruxes and where to find them. They try to figure out the riddle that Dumbledore left behind while trying to stay together as a team as doubts arise. This movie feels almost gritty and very much adult. The torture scene with Hermione is brutal, the splinch scene with Ron is graphic, and the Bathilda Bagshot snake scene was downright gory. Harry, Ron, and Hermione are no longer in the safe environment of the Hogwarts corridors and they are out in the mean world with no one to trust but each other. The movie does a wonderful job portraying this.

Romance is also a huge part of this story. The beginning scene with Harry and Ginny was downright sexual for Harry Potter standards. Though I still argue that the relationship between Harry and Ginny has never been developed in the movies at all it still feels really weird to see them share such a sensual kiss. I actually let out a sigh of relief when George came in during the kiss he literally broke the awkward tension for me. Harry and Ginny’s story seems like a sub plot compared to the evolving relationship between Ron and Hermione. I have never seen Ron so confident in the movies before. The fact that he initiated many romantic moments throughout the film shows the growth of his character. The chemistry between Rupert Grint and Emma Watson was on fire. The fact that Ron is in love with Hermione has never been this obvious and Hermione’s love for Ron was also on display.

Another amazing thing about this movie was that is showed the bond between Harry and Hermione. The dance scene though I felt was unnecessary did show that Harry really cares about Hermione. He tries to make her feel better by showing off his spastic dance moves. Though she did walk away from the dance just as sad as ever before. Again, their friendship is shown with the scene in Godric’s Hollow as they stand before Harry’s parents’ grave. It is sweet to see.

Emma Watson gives a wonderful performance. I will even go out on a limb and say it was her best performance since the second movie. She was given tons of heavy scenes to play being tortured, dealing with a splinched friend, and not to mention a broken heart. She has tone down the eyebrow play and even has stopped with the unnecessary heavy breathing. It was nice to see Emma back. I was impressed.

Daniel Radcliffe’s performance was equally as good. I do have a hate/love relationship with him. More hate than love. However, he really did play the complexity of Harry’s emotions pretty well. Only a few places did I cringe. Though I do think that is more my personal bias than anything else.

Rupert Grint though stole the show. He has always been a comedic actor and it delivers some of those amazing one-liners so well. However, it was the not-so-nice side of Ron that he portrayed so well. The fight scene was amazing. The tone of voice, they eyes, the body language, and the delivery blew me away. I began crying with Hermione when he left. Also the tender looks he gives Hermione throughout the entire movie was also incredible. He has such great command over his face, body, and eyes! Another thing that I loved being a Ron fan…he played Ron as a man. His downright manliness shows from beginning to end. In many ways it made Harry seem like an emotional boy. I also love the fact that after this movie I am seeing twenty times more support for Ron and Rupert. It was a great one for Ron!

The only thing I have to complain about this movie that I have are the normal complaints that fans have when they want the movie to be exactly like the book. I especially did not like that they did not include the talk between Ron and Harry after the locket scene. To me that scene shows the love between Ron and Harry. Harry tells Ron they need him and more importantly Hermione wants him. They also share a wonderful hug and they go back to Hermione as brothers. This was left out. It would have been nice to see the reconciliation between these two characters. Some people could argue it wasn’t necessary, because it was proven in the fact that Harry did forgive Ron and they share that moment with Hermione’s fire. It still would have been nice. I also think that they really need to develop the Harry/Ginny relationship otherwise the relationship is going to feel like a last minute happy ever after for this fictional hero.

The pace of the story was constant action and fast. I remember thinking when the movie ended that I could not believe that it was two and half hours. I actually wanted to sit there for a couple more hours. All in all I thought it was a very entertaining movie and one of the best movies of the series for book fans. I am very proud. For the first time in a long time I did not leave the theater with a laundry list of complaints. I instead shed a tear for Dobby and sighed with contentment that these characters that I have grown to love as if they were friends were treated with respect and love. It also gave me great pleasure that when Ron returns to save Harry from drowning in icy water the audience clapped. It made me smile and this movie for the most part made me smile.

Join us for New Music and Movie Mondays tomorrow at 10EST/7PST for a more in depth discussion about the seventh Harry Potter movie. We will discuss what we like, don’t like, and also talk a little bit about the second part due out July 15, 2011.

Stars using their celebrity for a good cause...

Major Hollywood players Denzel Washington, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Garner & hubby Ben Affleck are all supporting philanthropic ventures at the moment;

Denzel & Anne are hosting the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway. The main recipient of the evening is China's Liu Xiaobo who will not be able to attend as he's currently in prison for inciting subversion after he spoke out against the government, calling for democracy.


Matt and BFF Ben have both recorded PSA's for Feeding America, hoping to get more public awareness for the 49 million American's who don't get enough food each day, and this time of the year is particularly stressful on many communities.





Jen, however, was across the country announcing the opening of 6 new 'Save the Children' centres. As a mother of 2 this cause is particularly close to Jen's heart and works on many aspects of child development including nutrition, physical education, literacy & early education.


We hope that everyone follows their lead and gives something, what ever you can - $2 can make a difference! There are many people out there who are in need, so find a charitable organization and make someone's holiday season a little easier and brighter (personally, I give gifts to the Australian KMart Wishing Tree for underprivileged kids).


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Rachel Zoe Expecting

Rachel Zoe confirmed the rumors that she is pregnant via her Twitter account on Wednesday. She told her followers "I want to officially confirm to my loyal friends and followers that I am pregnant! I feel great, Rodger and I are beyond excited and so thankful for all of your love and support."

The topic of starting a family was a large part of last season's The Rachel Zoe Project, so the couple is beyond excited to be expecting. It will be the first child for both.


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DMX Back in Jail

How many of you are actually surprised to hear that DMX is back in jail? This time he's in for suspicion of seven different probation violations. He was arrested Thursday night in Arizona, and he in jail without bond.

Some of the violations include driving with a suspended license, illegal possession of Oxycontin, and failing to submit to drug testing and counseling. As most of you know, this is not the first time he has been behind bars, the last of which was in LA for a reckless driving charge back in 2002. His other arrests were for violations ranging from animal cruelty (dog fighting) to various weapon possessions.

According to the court papers, "Mr. Simmons has several felony convictions, and has been given multiple opportunities to succeed on probation. He has been directed to treatment, as well as chose his own treatment program, and continues to use illegal drugs following these opportunities."

The rapper's attorneys could not be reached for comment.

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Publicist Murdered in Beverly Hills

Ronnie Chasen, veteran publicist in Beverly Hills, was shot and killed in her car shortly after leaving an after party for the premiere of Burlesque. Police in Beverly Hills assure everyone that Beverly Hills is still one of the safest places to live and that this was a freak incident. Police are still investigating whether Chasen was targeted or not.

Police have stated that Chasen had left a voicemail for her assistants just before she was shot. Chasen was turning from Sunset Blvd when it happened, causing her to run into a phone pull. According to sources, the shot came form a car that pulled up beside her at a light.

The investigation is still ongoing.

In a slightly more positive note, for the first time, all six major studios are banning together to host a memorial for the slain publicist. Reports are showing that Sony, 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, Universal, the Walt Disney Co., and Paramount, are handing over the money to host the memorial to be held this Sunday. 

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Oprah Is Santa?

You can not expect Oprah to go out without a bang, so of course she is going to give stuff away. In her last season of her hit talk show "Oprah", she has topped herself by giving away her all time favorite things. The title of the show "Ultimate Favorite Things".

Amongst some of these favorite things, Oprah gave away the following items: A 7 day Royal Caribbean Cruise, a Sony 3D television set, a diamond watch, a Tori Burch tote and matching flats, a Nikkon camera, a Ralph Lauren cashmere sweater, Judith Ripka earrings, candles, hair care products, a panini-maker, frozen mac & cheese, a knife, a brownie pan, Jay-Z's new book, a five year membership to Netflix, four pairs of Nike shoes, and an Oprah t-shirt.

That is quite the gift to be getting from Oprah. Must be nice!

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Wesley Snipes Hits the Big House

Wesley Snipes was out on bail as he awaited a new trial for his tax evasion charges, but it looks like that is not going to happen. A judge ordered Snipes to start serving his three year prison sentence today. The judge stated that Snipes was given a fair trial and that "time has come for the judgement to be enforced."

For those who do not know, Snipes is serving this prison sentence for failing to pay taxes from 1999 to 2001, in which time he had earned just over 38 million dollars. The location in which Snipes will be serving his sentence is still unknown to us, but either way we won't be seeing him on the big screen anytime soon.

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It's No Longer Complicated for Avril.

Though she filed for divorce in October of 2009, it was only finalized Tuesday in Los Angeles. The terms of the divorce state that each singer keeps the rights to their song catalogs, awards and guitars. It also stated that neither individual would be receiving spousal support.

The couple wed in 2006, and they have no children together.


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Trump for President in 2012?

It appears as though the Republican party may have another contender for the position of Presidential candidate. He was talking to a news correspondent at ABC News, when he said that he is "seriously considering a run as a Republican in 2012 and could 'easily' spend more than 200 million dollars of his own money."

This is not the first time that Trump has thought about making a move to the White House. He also considered running in 1999. Trump has said that he is going to make a decision by June on whether or not he is going to run in 2012. When asked about his thoughts on Sarah Palin, he said "I would take her on. I like her, but I'd take her on."

I am quite curious to see how this all pans out. What are your thoughts on Trump being President of the United States?

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Tune In Tonight at 9:30 with The Hillywood Show

My Experience with The Hillywood Show!

I was first introduced to The Hillywood Show in Atlanta last year. I was driving from DC to FL to visit my family. I tweeted “Back in one of my home states.” In a matter of minutes I received a phone call from a friend who worked with the conventions. As I picked up the phone, before I could even say “Hello” I heard, “OMGAH ARE YOU IN NORTH CAROLINA OR GEORGIA?!?!?! I JUST SAW YOUR TWEET!!” I informed my friend that I was in Georgia, and as fate would have it, so was he, and they were putting on a convention… A TWILIGHT Convention.

I needed to take a break from driving, it had been a rough week, and I needed the distraction. My best friend Dave had just passed away, I felt so lost, so empty, and disconnected. I was going through a really hard time. I pulled into the parking garage and sat in my car for a few minutes. I pulled myself together, put on my biggest smile and headed for the elevator. Little did I know that as those elevator doors opened and I got off, my life would be changed forever.

I saw this guy who looked exactly like Jasper, I was like wow! Because at that time my convention background had only been Star Trek, so I was accustomed to seeing trekkies running about in Starfleet uniforms. This “Jasper” guy walked over to a table where I saw more lookalikes! I saw Edward, Bella, Alice, and Jasper.

This was before Kyle had joined the cast; I will tell you that story in a minute…

I walked over and checked out the table and wanted to know more of what they were about. Sure enough they were The Hillywood Show! I watched their Twilight Parody and it was love at first sight!

The Hillywood cast had Drew (Jasper) in the audience with a microphone, they were doing a Q&A session; one of the girls said something about wanting to hear from a boy… If you were in Atlanta or the surrounding counties then you heard, (and to the girls sitting beside me I’m so sorry, I’m glad you regained your hearing back) “DREW! DRRREEEWWWW PICK ME! PICK MEEEEEEEE! I’M A BOY PICK MEEEEE!” Now keep in mind I had just met the girls that I was sitting with, I literally crawled over each of their laps and ran down the aisle to do the Q&A. That group of girls that partially lost their hearing and were trampled by me that day are now a group of my closest and best friends. Maybe they felt sorry for me, because they thought that I had issues, or maybe it was God’s way of saying, “Here are the girls that are going to change your life.”

Little did I know these girls were part of the Hillywood fan club. I wanted to know more about this Hillywood show, who were they? What were they about? Why are they so freekin awesome? So I did my research…

Before I continue on with this epic long story of my love for The Hillywood Show I have to tell you this.

I mentioned before that my best friend Dave had died; one of our favorite songs that we danced to was Poker Face by Lady Gaga. We had our on cheesy dance and everything. Since his death, I couldn’t listen to it. I would turn the station or just turn the radio off because I couldn't stand hearing it…

As I was learning more about The Hillywood Show, I came across the Dark Night Parody. I am a huge Batman geek as well, so I had to watch it. There they were all in costume, singing Poker Face… I clicked the X button at first, because I couldn’t handle the song! But a few days later my curiosity had me, I had to see this video. So for the first time since Dave’s death, I listened to Poker Face.

In a lot of ways that Parody helped me because I was able to sit and listen to the song without getting sad, and now when I hear that song, I have two happy memories, Dave and The Hillys!

As time marched on I joined this Hillywood show fan club called The HillyMom’s. Yes, that’s right folks I am a proud Hillymom!

We met up to see them in Orlando; they were all so excited because they were bringing Kyle, the new Jacob! I was excited too because I am all about some TEAM JACOB!

We were walking through the convention center lobby when I first saw Kyle. I had never seen a picture of him but as we passed each other I thought, “Hm that guy looks like Jacob…” I met up with the Hillymom’s and they took me over to see the Hillywood cast. There he was, the boy from earlier, it was him, Kyle!

Lenora said, “Josh this is Kyle…” My reply as I shook his hand… “H-H-Hi Josh, I’m Kyle…” Everyone started laughing as Valarie said, “No you are Josh… This is Kyle…” We all have such a good time laughing about the first impressions I have made on Drew and Kyle!

I have had the pleasure of getting to know “These Hilly People” We have done several conventions together and well, I must say, I love them with all my heart. I first met them at a really hard time in my life, and watching their videos helped get me out of the slump that I was in.

I had the pleasure of working on the New Moon Parody with them. I was a in the crowd with a red cape on. As Hilly runs through the fountain I am the one on the end that she hits out of the way. She may be small but that girl can JAB! Let me tell ya! (kidding Hilly)

If you are a Hillywood fan, you know what I am talking about. You know how welcoming they can be, and you know the impact they can have on your life. I know because I am blessed to call them friends.

This is a videoblog that I made... Some of my favorite Memories with The Hillywood Show

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bt-fviDMRQY

Ryan Reynolds is Sexiest Man Alive

People Magazine announced that Ryan Reynolds is this year's "Sexiest Man Alive." Based on these pictures, I don't find that hard to believe.

The man is married to Scarlett Johansson, and he is about to start his journey as the Green Lantern. Ryan Reynolds is currently living the high life, and it doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon.

Reynolds is the 25th man to hold the coveted title, and he takes is all in stride. When asked by the magazine what he thought of the title, he was quoted as saying:

"The sexiest thing about Canadians is that there's an inherent ability to be self-deprecating. That has served me well in my career and personal life."

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Eva Longoria Files for Divorce

In a surprising move, Eva Longoria Parker has filed for divorce from husband Tony Parker. The court papers are citing irreconcilable differences as the reason behind the split. The actress has requested that her name be returned to Eva Jacqueline Longoria, because she took Parker's last name when the couple wed on July 7, 2007.The court papers do not state when the couple separated.

Longoria has also requested of the courts that each of them pay for their own legal representation, as well as a request to receive spousal support from Parker. Longoria has stated that she does not wish to pay him any support in return.

It seems a little fishy to me, because when Parker signed his extension contract a few weeks ago, all seemed to be well with the couple. Only time will tell what the true story is.


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PiNK is Expecting

America is going to get the confirmation they have been waiting for when watching Ellen on Wednesday. The talk show host is being joined by singer P!NK, and she confirms that she is in fact expecting.

This is very exciting news for the singer, who has previously experienced a miscarriage. When the singer was asked why she was "glowing," she told the host "I didn't want to talk about it because I was just really nervous and I have had a miscarriage before, but if I was going to talk about it with anyone, it was going to be with you."

To make it even more clear to the audience, P!NK flat out told Ellen that she was "eating for two these days." When she was asked if she knew what the sex of the baby was, she said that she wasn't sure if she was ready to know just yet, but that the doctor had a strong feeling that it was going to be a girl.

No matter the sex of the baby, all we can hope for is that it is going to be happy and healthy. We wish the couple nothing but the best for their growing family.


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A Royal Engagement

In their first interview as an engaged couple, Prince William and Kate Middleton could not have looked any happier. The royal family announced that the couple would be preparing for a wedding in either the spring or summer of next year.

The Prince and his Bride to be have been a couple on and off for the past eight years. The engagement took place last month in Kenya while the couple was on holiday; and Prince William presented Middleton with his mother's engagement ring. It is an oval sapphire surrounded in diamonds that was produced by the jeweler Gerrard for Prince Charles when he proposed to Princess Diana. When asked about why he chose her ring, Prince William stated, "I thought it was quite nice because obviously she's not going to be around to share any of the fun and excitement of it all. This was my way of keeping her close to it all."

If all goes according to plan, Kate will eventually take the title of Queen Catherine when her soon to be husband takes the throne; as he is second in line. Both families are thrilled with the engagement, and both are gushing like the proud parents they are. Kate's father Michael was quoted as saying "We all think he's wonderful. We're extremely fond of him," in regards to how the family feels about William; and the Royal Family has said that they are "absolutely delighted for them both."

The engagement has been a long time coming, and we wish them all of the best in the future.


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The Muppets are back...

Comedic genius Jason Segel has co-written and will star in 'The Muppets' due to come out in 2011 and man, they make the Hangover 2 cast list look like a few scribbles on a napkin, and funnily enough Zach Galifianakis is a part of both!

The movie is currently shooting in and around LA and with names like Jack Black, Rachel Ray, Amy Adams, Alan Arkin, Billy Crystal and ..... wait for it ..... Jean-Claude Van Damme lined up, we can't wait to see this one. There are even rumors that Lady GaGa & Chris Cooper may make appearances as well....! Of course your favourite Muppets are being brought back too, so expect to see Floyd, Miss Piggy, Rolf, Fozzie Bear, Animal and the star of the show, Kermit the Frog (who will be voiced by Brian Henson, Muppets creator Jim Henson's son) and all of the other furry friends.

The director at the helm is James Bobin who's credits include The Flight of the Conchords and Da Ali G Show (which was the first major show for actor Sasha Baron Cohen - Borat)

For those of you that can't wait (or aren't sure what all the fuss is about) watch the original Muppet Movie (as listed below)

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Christina Aguilera Is A Star

Christina Aguilera is the 2,432nd person to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her star was revealed just 9 days before her feature film debut in "Burlesque."

Aguilera got her start on "The New Mickey Mouse Club" almost 20 years ago, and she has been going ever since. At just 29 years old, she is already the proud owner of 4 Grammy Awards; and she has really only just started.

As she was accepting the star, she was quoted as saying "Oh my goodness! How amazing it is to see all of your fabulous faces. This is a huge staple in my life. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart." She also made sure to tell her fans to "dream big."

Congratulations to the starlet, and I can't wait to see what else she has to offer.

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Jessica Simpson Engaged!

It was announced today, that Jessica Simpson is engaged to her boyfriend, Eric Johnson. The couple have been dating since May. This announcement comes on the heels of the announcement of Nick Lachey's engagement to Vanessa Minnillo...odd timing?

As most of us are aware, Simpson was previously married to Lachey, but this will be the first marriage for Johnson. We wish the couple the best of luck in the future.
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Speidi: take two...

Heidi & Spencer Pratt confirmed to Australian radio station 2DayFM that they got married today...remarried, renewed their vows etc so on and so forth.....

"(Last time) I had Lauren Conrad telling me to leave, the producers telling Spencer to leave me at the altar and it was just really awful. I had my mom yelling at me, telling I needed my stepdad to walk me down the aisle, not my real dad." Heidi told them.

The well known fame hungry couple got together, got married, split (but not officially divorced), made 'make up smores' in the Caribbean and now it's all come full circle with strong rumors going around that they are scoping for a reality show of their own


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Hellcats Recap

Hellcats started off with a slumber party with Marti, Lewis, Savannah, and Dan. Although, Savannah ended up having a moment and left the room to sleep on the couch because she felt pressured to let Dan sleep in her bed seems Lewis was in Marti’s. That turned into Savannah deciding she felt like an outsider and that she needed to take the plunge, or as she likes to call it, “Cut down the cherry tree.” This causes Marti to warn her not to do it because Dan is going to run away, and it causes Savannah to think that Marti wants Dan and that is why she is telling her to back off.

In the meantime, Marti and her co-classman are on to something with the case they are working with their professor. But someone knows it and starts to steal their stuff, including their laptops with all their information on it.

Moving on to the 25^th anniversary party of the Hellcats, with an 80’s theme, Savannah is ready to go to the hotel and Marti’s mom approaches Dan to talk. As they dance, she tells Dan that Marti has been in loved with him since her junior year of high school. Dan approaches Marti and forces her to tell him if she was in love with him and Marti lies. Clearly. It was obvious, but boys are stupid. Dan leaves with Savannah and just as they are about to do something, Dan tells Savannah about his first time, which matches Marti’s first time. She freaked out and bolted…. The end of episode 8.

Episode 9:

This starts out with Marti trying to talk to Savannah and only pisses her off. Savannah ran Marti through the ringer at practice. Marti is working on her case and they have to stalk out the pharmacist to see if he meets up with anyone. Dan decides to ride along with her on the stakeout and they start drinking as well as talking. The talk turns a little too serious and next thing you know they are in the backseat, topless, making out. The pharmacist meets up with another guy and they go to get it on camera but can’t find the keys so she breaks down. She tells him she missed him the six months they didn’t speak after losing their virginity and that she couldn’t just forget that. It changes to them at the diner her mom works at and he wants to talk. She said it was nothing and he says it wasn’t. She then begs that they be just friends because she needs her friend. He agrees and then she makes up with Lewis. Then Savannah returns home (oh, did I mention that her sister is pregnant and she is hiding it from her mother), and her and Marti make up. Lewis shows up with Dan and Savannah forgives Dan and they all group hug. You can’t miss the look that Dan gives Marti through the group hug. It tugs on your heart strings a bit. You can’t help but want to cry for those two. They love each other and there is no good ending to this. The ending song helps add to the dramatics and a video of the song is attached below. Until next week, what do we think is going to happen between the team mates?

Leonardo Dicaprio's Attacker to be Jailed

Leonardo Dicaprio must be a popular one, because it seems he attracts the crazies. Aretha Wilson, who attacked Dicaprio five years ago with a broken glass, will be jailed for the altercation after fleeing to Canada after the incident. She could be sentenced up to four years, with two left to serve. Sentencing is set for November 22nd.

The altercation caused Dicaprio to have to get 17 stiches to his face, although you don't see any negative after effects of that. He is still handsome as ever.


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