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ROLL CALL: Megan Fox & Brian Austin Green Planning Small Wedding

November 19, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, Will Beyonce sing for Obama? Kathy Griffin calls out Zac Efron on his cosmetics! And, is Tyrese dating Brandy?

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Hugh Jackman People’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ 2008

November 19, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Joining the ranks of Matt Damon, George Clooney and Matthew McConaughey, Australian actor Hugh Jackman has been named “The Sexiest Man Alive” by People Magazine.

Hugh said his wife of 12 years, Deborra-Lee Furness, was amused by the news that he had made the list.

“God bless her, she said, ‘I could’ve told them that years ago!” Hugh told the mag. “And then she said, ‘Obviously Brad [Pitt] wasn’t available this year.’ And I said, ‘That was a joke right?’”

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Pilot in DJ AM & Travis Barker Crash Warned Jet Was Out Of Runway

November 19, 2008

COLUMBIA, S.C. --

The pilot of a private jet warned air traffic controllers that his plane was “going off the end” of a runway before it crashed, killing him and three others and injuring celebrity DJ AM and former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker.

His words are the last captured on newly released cockpit recordings from the Sept. 19 crash, which severely burned Barker and DJ AM, a celebrity disc jockey whose real name is Adam Goldstein. Both are expected to recover.

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Heather Locklear Charged With DUI

November 17, 2008

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. --

Heather Locklear has been charged with a misdemeanor Driving Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs, Access Hollywood has learned.

The charges, filed Monday by the that the Santa Barbara District Attorney’s Office, stem from suspicion of driving under the influence of a controlled substance in Montecito, Calif., back in September.

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ROLL CALL: Justin Timberlake Drops New Single

November 18, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, What has Miley Cyrus “ticked” and ready for a smack down? Where did “Bruno” strike now? And, LiLo and Sam stopped by the corner shop in London for some treats!

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Nicole Kidman: ‘Australia’ Film Fulfilled Childhood Dream

November 18, 2008

SYDNEY, Australia --

It was hot and dusty during filming in one of the world’s most remote locations. But Nicole Kidman says the prospect of a smooch with Hugh Jackman eased the troubles of working on the Outback romance, “Australia.”

“Obviously we’re in character when we kiss, but it was good to go to work,” a laughing Kidman told a news conference Tuesday ahead of the worldwide premiere of the film, in which Kidman’s prim British aristocrat character falls in love with Jackman’s rugged cattleman in World War II-era Australia.

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Stars’ Homes Destroyed & Threatened By Montecito Fire

November 14, 2008

Montecito, Calif. --

As Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger proclaimed a state of emergency in Santa Barbara County Friday, many of Hollywood’s stars watched as the raging fires threatened and destroyed their homes and resorts that they frequent.

Nestled north of Los Angeles in the foothills near Santa Barbara, Montecito is a second home to Hollywood celebrities like Michael Douglas, Kevin Costner, Christopher Lloyd, Dennis Franz, Jonathan Winters and Oprah.

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Audrina Patridge: ‘The Hills’ Season 5 A Go

November 15, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

After months of speculation that Season 4 could be the final chapter of “The Hills,” Audrina Patridge told People that the MTV reality show would definitely be back for another season.

“There is going to be a fifth season,” Audrina told the mag. “We just found out.”

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‘60 Minutes’ Sits Down For First Interview With President-Elect Barack Obama

November 14, 2008

CHICAGO, IL --

“60 Minutes” has scored the first post-election interview with President-Elect Barack Obama.

Correspondent Steve Kroft, a veteran reporter for the long running Sunday night news program, is conducting the interview today in Chicago, according to CBS, which airs the program.

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ROLL CALL: Joe Jonas: ‘I Never Cheated On A Girlfriend’

November 14, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, Kellie & Taylor rock out to Brit & Justin. Madonna and the Beckhams hit up Nobu. And, John Mayer talks about how he’ll propose.

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Lindsay Lohan Says She Avoided Finishing Her New Album

November 13, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Lindsay Lohan showed her fans her musical side with 2004’s “Speak” and 2005’s “A Little More Personal (Raw),” but the actress’ upcoming as-yet- untitled album is a one, which the actress said she avoided for a long time.

“I just got off the phone with my Motown manager,” Lindsay told Access Hollywood’s Maria Menounos. “I’ve been avoiding calling her back.”

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Brad Pitt’s Rough Movie Night

November 11, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Things got a bit heated as Brad Pitt took in a screening of his latest film, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” Monday night in Los Angeles, according to People.

Brad was spotted in the Westwood area of LA at the Bruin Theatre and was swarmed by paparazzi upon his arrival.

The actor, who reportedly arrived a half-hour early for the screening, was manhandled by security hired by the theater when photographers surrounded him. Brad was reportedly grabbed, pushed and spun around by the guard.

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ROLL CALL: Taylor Swift Blames Camilla Belle For Break Up With Joe Jonas

November 13, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson grab a Whopper. And, will Jack Black spill Angelina Jolie baby beans in the future?

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ROLL CALL: Will Smith’s Son To Remake ‘Karate Kid’

November 11, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, John Mayer denies being a Debbie Downer. Vanessa Williams explains the Lindsay Lohan “Ugly Betty” issue. And, Kim Kardashian knows how to throw a bash!

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Britney’s Son Jayden James Released From Hospital

November 11, 2008

KENTWOOD, Lousiana --

Britney Spears’ youngest boy, Jayden James Federline is out of the hospital following a medical scare on Sunday, according to the singer’s Web site.

“A source close to the Spears family has told us that Britney and family have left the Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center and Jayden is fine,” said a statement on Britney’s Web site.

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Sandra Bullock’s Stalker Gets Three Years Of Probation

November 13, 2008

WESTMINSTER, Calif. --

A woman has been placed on three years of probation following her guilty plea to a misdemeanor charge of stalking actress Sandra Bullock.

A felony charge of assault with a deadly weapon was dropped against Marcia Valentine, 47, after she entered her guilty plea to stalking on Nov. 5, according to the Orange County Superior Court Web site.

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Rihanna Cancels Indonesia Show Over Security Concerns

November 13, 2008

JAKARTA, Indonesia --

Rihanna has canceled a concert scheduled for Friday in Indonesia over security concerns.

Dive Purnomo, a spokeswoman for the event organizer, says the pop singer had been scheduled to perform before a sold-out crowd of 6,000 in the capital, Jakarta.

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On The Download: Madonna’s ‘Sticky & Sweet’ Tour

November 12, 2008

LAS VEGAS, NV --

OK, so… this past weekend, I finally caught Madonna;s “Sticky & Sweet” concert tour – my first time seeing her in Vegas. Yes, I know it seems like old news by now – but hey, it’s been a busy news week.

This is my fourth Madonna tour since 2001 – I caught “Drowned World” (2001) and “Re-Invention” (2004) in New York, and “Confessions” (2006) in LA.

I’m not used to being the last fan on the block to see her live, but I also didn’t want to see the show in the outdoors environment of LA’s Dodgers Stadium. Maybe that was smart (it was a cold night, and her stage had problems being set up), but maybe it wasn’t (I missed Britney and Justin, who I had hoped would’ve been there in Vegas too!)

They weren’t there, but who cares? — It was Vegas baby!

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Hillary Clinton’s Advice For Michelle Obama: ‘Be Conscious Of The Impact On Your Children’

November 11, 2008

NEW YORK CITY, New York --

Former First Lady Hillary Clinton has some advice for future first lady Michelle Obama — to be mindful of the effect the presidency has on her children.

Access Hollywood caught up with President-elect Barack Obama’s former Democratic competitor at the 2008 Glamour Women of the Year Awards at Carnegie Hall in New York City, where Clinton said she had recently shared some pearls of wisdom with Michelle Obama

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Elton John Blames Semantics For Gay Marriage Ban

November 12, 2008

NEW YORK CITY, New York --

While Elton John was busy hosting his AIDS Foundation’s 7th Annual Benefit, “An Enduring Vision,” Tuesday night, the recent gay marriage bans in Florida and California were fresh on his mind.

Elton, who attended the event at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City with his civil partner of 3 years, David Furnish, believes America is hung up on wording when it comes to this divisive issue.

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ROLL CALL: Is Miley Cyrus Performing On ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Finale?

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, why is Elton John in love with American again? Rihanna and Justin Timberlake head to “Rehab” — the video. And, Eva Longoria Parker hits up a celeb haunt for yellowtail with jalapeno!

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Angelina Jolie Says ‘Changeling’ Helped Her Get Pregnant

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Angelina Jolie has played a mom or mom-like characters in her last four films and the actress says her latest, “Changeling,” helped her and Brad Pitt get pregnant.

“I got pregnant right in the middle of it and I think partially because of it,” Angelina told the Los Angeles Times of her character Christine Collins, who is searching for her kidnapped son. “I was so emotional about children that I think something in me kicked into gear.”

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‘Big Fan’ Of Paula Abdul Found Dead Near ‘Idol’ Judge’s House

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

A woman was found dead on Tuesday evening, near a home believed to be owned by Paula Abdul, Access Hollywood has learned.

A 30-year-old woman was found dead in a parked car in the Sherman Oaks, Calif. community the “American Idol” judge reportedly resides in. The woman was found sometime after 6PM on Tuesday after the Los Angeles Police Department received a tip from a neighboring agency, according to LAPD spokesperson Officer Karen Smith.

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John McCain Visits ‘Tonight Show,’ Talks Media Coverage, Campaign Leaks & Sarah Palin

November 11, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

John McCain bares no ill will toward any TV personality who didn’t support him during his bid for The White House.

In an interview on Tuesday’s “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” the veteran serviceman, Senator and former Presidential candidate said he had a thick skin when the late night host asked if there was “any hostility in the media, like that ‘Letterman’ fall out?”

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ROLL CALL: Nicole To Play Charlize’s Husband

November 10, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, Guy Ritchie reunites with his sons. Who said Madonna makes her feel lazy? And, a Spice Girl renews her wedding vows in Egypt.

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Parole Hearing Set For Man Linked To Hudson Killings

November 10, 2008

JOLIET, Ill. --

The convicted felon questioned in the killings of Jennifer Hudson’s mother, brother and nephew in Chicago has a chance at winning his freedom in a parole hearing.

William Balfour is set for a hearing Monday before the Illinois Prisoner Review Board in Joliet.

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Celebs Join Anti-Prop. 8 Protest In LA; Melissa Etheridge Thinks About Withholding Taxes

November 7, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Hundreds of California Proposition 8 protestors, including reality star and supermodel Janice Dickinson, took to the streets in Westwood on Thursday outside a Mormon temple.

Find out what happened at the rally and read about Melissa Etheridge’s views on the passage of Prop. 8

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Obama Girls To Raise The Woof With New White House Puppy

November 6, 2008

CHICAGO, Ill. --

President-elect Barack Obama is following through with a promise he made to daughters Malia and Sasha back in July during Access’ exclusive Obama family interview with Maria Menounos. During his Election Night acceptance speech he told them, “I love you both so much, and you have earned the new puppy that’s coming with us to the White House.”

But Sasha and Malia will have to be patient about their puppy. The Obamas will not pick out a new First Puppy until spring, an Obama camp insider told Access Hollywood.

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Britney Spears Bringing ‘Circus’ To ‘Star Academy’

November 8, 2008

PARIS, France --

Britney Spears will perform on French show “Star Academy,” the pop princess confirmed on her official Web site on Friday.

Brit will appear Nov. 28.

“Looks like Britney will be spending her Thanksgiving holiday in Europe!” reads the announcement on BritneySpears.com.

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Presidential Dog Barney Bites Reporter

November 6, 2008

WASHINGTON D.C. --

President George W. Bush is leaving the White House, but at least one member of his family isn’t happy about it – Barney the Scottish terrier.

In a case clearly meant for “Dog Whisperer” Cesar Millan, Barney was caught biting a member of the White House press corps earlier today in Washington D.C.

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Kim Cattrall Confirms ‘Sex and The City’ Sequel

November 6, 2008

LONDON, England --

Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte will return in a sequel to the hit big screen version of “Sex and The City,” according to Kim Cattrall.

During an interview on Britain’s “The Paul O’Grady Show,” the actress told guest host, and frequent Access Hollywood correspondent, Mel B, “We will do the sequel next summer,” the BBC reported.

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ROLL CALL: Celebs Turn Out For Prop 8 Protest

November 6, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, “Bruno” and Ellen take on Prop 8. Who broke “Sex” sequel news? And when does the new season on “Idol” drop?

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ROLL CALL: Where Did Katie & Suri Spend Election Night?

November 5, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, a puppy is coming to the White House!

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Clooney On Obama Win: ‘It’s Time To Begin Unifying The Country’

November 5, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

George Clooney celebrated Barack Obama’s election as the 44th President of the United States with joy and a look towards the road ahead.

“I congratulate President-elect Obama on his historic victory,” George said in a statement released to Access Hollywood.

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Angelina Jolie: Video Game Player?

November 6, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Angelina Jolie has already brought one of video gaming’s hottest character’s, Laura Croft, to life on the big screen — and it also appears the actress and mother of six enjoys playing them as well, but she isn’t killing zombies or embarking on adventures in magical kingdoms.

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Barack Obama Elected President Of The United States Of America

November 5, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Barack Obama was elected the nation’s first black president Tuesday night in a historic triumph that overcame racial barriers as old as America itself.

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CNN Beams In Guests With New Hologram Technology

November 5, 2008

NEW YORK, NY --

CNN’s tryout of holograms was the talk of TV on a night where networks brought forth all sorts of gizmos and gadgets to cover Barack Obama’s election as president.

It was already being parodied Wednesday in an online mash-up, substituting CNN correspondent Jessica Yellin’s voice with Princess Leia of “Star Wars.”

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Election Too Close To Call For Al Franken

November 5, 2008

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. --

Republican Norm Coleman outlasted Democrat Al Franken in one of Minnesota’s tightest Senate elections ever, squeaking past the former comedian early Wednesday by a margin that appeared certain to trigger a recount.

With 4,129 of 4,130 precincts reporting, Coleman led Franken by 762 votes out of nearly 2.9 million cast. Coleman had 1,210,790 votes, or 42.03 percent, to Franken’s 1,210,028 votes, or 42 percent.

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Surfers Charged With Attacking Paparazzi Over McConaughey Photos Plead Not Guilty

November 3, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Two surfers have pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor battery charges for allegedly throwing a photographer into the water as he tried to shoot pictures of Matthew McConaughey on the waves.

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Carrie Underwood: ‘I Lose All Respect For Celebrities When They Back A Candidate’

November 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Sarah Jessica Parker, Oprah Winfrey, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Diddy and Heidi Montag have all thrown their star power behind presidential candidates — but in doing so, they might have lost the respect of country star Carrie Underwood.

The former “American Idol” winner told TV Guide Magazine that she’s keeping mum on who she’s backing in the race for the White House and that she’s not fond of celebrities who publicly support a candidate.

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Dish Of Salt: Nikki Blonsky To Guest Star On ‘Ugly Betty’

November 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

“Hairspray” star Nikki Blonsky has landed her first primetime TV role.

The 19-year-old actress, who turns 20 this weekend, is set to film a guest-starring role for the eleventh episode of ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” sources close to the show confirm to Access Hollywood.

Details on who she’ll play inside!

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ROLL CALL: Keith Gives Nic’s Bod A Nod

November 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, which Spice Girl is renewing her wedding vows in Egypt? Swayze lives it up in Chicago. And, America goes to the polls — see the stars out supporting their candidates.

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ROLL CALL: Leona Lewis Hopes To Follow In Brad & Angelina’s Footsteps

November 3, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Plus, What teen super group was the First Lady playing in the mud with? Heather Mills wants to fight fires with her million dollar pool. And, who is bigger on “SNL” — McCain or Palin?

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Lindsay Lohan Wants Her Fans To Get Out The Vote

November 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

America goes to the polls today, and Lindsay Lohan wants to make sure all of her fans cast a ballot.

The actress took to her MySpace Celebrity blog Monday stressing the importance of showing up at the polls.

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50 Cent & Bette Midler Collaborate For Community Garden

November 4, 2008

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. --

50 Cent is a rapper, actor and now — gardener? Blame it on Bette Midler’s charitable green thumb.

The unlikely duo teamed up Monday to celebrate the opening of “The Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson Community Garden” in Queens, New York.

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Celebrities Expected At Hudson Memorial

November 3, 2008

CHICAGO, Ill. --

A slew of celebrities are expected to honor Jennifer Hudson’s slain mother, brother and nephew Monday in Chicago.

Guests could include Missy Elliott, Oprah Winfrey, Ciara, Clive Davis, Queen Latifah, Usher and Patti LaBelle, a source told The Chicago Sun-Times.

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Jen Aniston On ‘Marley And Me’ At First: ‘Uck, A Dog Movie?’

November 3, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Jennifer Aniston refers to her upcoming movie, “Marley and Me,” which co-stars Owen Wilson, as a “beautiful portrait of a marriage,” but the actress wasn’t always so fond of the canine comedy.

Jen told the Los Angeles Times that three separate people, including her father, had given her the book by John Grogan (that the movie is based on) last Christmas but she was not expecting it to be a page-turner.

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Amy Winehouse Out Of Hospital, Now Back In

November 3, 2008

LONDON, England --

Just days after Amy Winehouse’s rep told Access Hollywood that the singer was in the hospital for a series of precautionary tests, the singer checked out Friday — and then checked back into the hospital on Monday, according to People.

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Joaquin Phoenix Says ‘Good Bye’ To Movies

November 2, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The writing on Joaquin Phoenix’s fists said it all.

The words “Good Bye” were penned on the actor’s knuckles at a premiere Saturday night for his latest film, “Two Lovers,” and Phoenix confirmed a surprise announcement he made last week: He’s giving up movies.

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Ashlee Simpson & Pete Wentz Picking Out Rock Star Or Senator-esque Baby Names

October 31, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Ashlee Simpson could give birth to her first baby any day now, but she and husband Pete Wentz say they have not decided on a baby name for their impending bundle of joy — but when they do, a name similar to John McCain or Barack Obama’s could be on the birth certificate. Or maybe even a name like dad’s.

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Jennifer Hudson & Family Set Up Foundation For Families Of Murder Victims

October 31, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Less than a week after losing her mother, brother and nephew, Jennifer Hudson and her family have set up a new foundation for families who have lost someone due to violent crime.

Named in honor of her mother, Darnell Hudson Donerson, brother Jason Hudson and her nephew, Julian King, the Hudson-King Foundation for Families of Slain Victims will help support families who have been victimized.

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Becks Isn’t Ditchin’ LA For Milan Permanently… Yet

October 30, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Los Angeles can breathe a sigh of relief; the Beckhams will continue to be a staple on the Hollywood celeb scene for the foreseeable future.

David took to his blog Wednesday, squashing rumors that he was leaving LA for Milan, Italy, permanently.

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Supermodel Niki Taylor Expecting

October 31, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Supermodel Niki Taylor and husband Burney Lamar are with child, a rep for the supermodel confirmed to Access Hollywood.

“Supermodel Niki Taylor and her NASCAR husband Burney Lamar announce today that they are expecting their first child in early March,” a rep for Niki said in statement released to Access.

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Angelina Jolie’s Humanitarian Trip To Afghanistan

October 30, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Angelina Jolie has had a whirlwind travel schedule these past few weeks. The actress surprised Clint Eastwood with an award at the Hollywood Film Festival Awards Gala earlier this week, and prior to the ceremony, Angelina was in Afghanistan.

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Jennie Garth On ‘Melrose Place’ Remake: ‘I Don’t Want To Do It’

October 31, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Ca