Jezebel: R. Kelly

See Joseph Gordon-Levitt Cover R. Kelly's 'Ignition'

Margaret Hartmann — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:30:00 EST

We've already heard Joseph Gordon-Levitt sing en Français and do a karaoke tribute to David Bowie, but today he delivers what may be his most swoon-worthy performance yet: An acoustic cover of R. Kelly's touching love song "Ignition." You may add this romantic serenade to your JGL fantasy date itinerary. More »

Who Are These Jerks Making Fun Of Coco?

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 19:45:00 EST

Today in Tweet Beat, Coco is feeling a little down, 50 Cent and Chelsea Handler flaunt their love, and Joy Behar is now BFF with Bill O'Reilly. More »

Kat Von D & Jesse James Are "In Love"

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Kat Von D is in love, and Jesse James is the lucky man.

Miley Shocks Britain; Heidi & Spencer Are Broke; Jack's Ex Attacks His Car

Hortense Smith — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:00:00 EDT

As part of her I Don't Give A Damn About My Disney Reputation World Tour 2010, Miley Cyrus shocked the audience of Britain's Got Talent by "simulating a lesbian kiss" on stage:

Lindsay Claims She's A Hoarder; Gabourey Asks Justin To The Oscars

Margaret Hartmann — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:30:00 EST

In an exclusive interview with The Insider that airs tomorrow, Lindsay Lohan discusses her issues with her father and takes Niecy Nash on a tour of her messy house, revealing that she thinks she's a hoarder.

Solange Knowles Is Pro Pubic Hair

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST

Today in Tweet Beat, Solange may have shaved her head, but that's where she stops, and R. Kelly has taken to filming personal messages to followers and we hope he keeps this up. More »

Amy & Blake Are Back On; Lindsay's Freaking Out In India

Margaret Hartmann — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:30:00 EST

Amy Winehouse divorced Blake Fielder-Civil in July, but it seems they've reunited: She arrived at his London apartment on Sunday and only left this morning at 3 a.m.

Catching Up With The Full House Cast On Twitter

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST

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Today in Tweet Beat, Bob Saget remembers old times, Candace Cameron has new shoes, Jane Fonda is hanging out with Cat Stevens, and the Fort Hood tragedy reminds Hugh Hefner—and us—how freaking old he is. More »

Polanski's Victim Wants Charges Dropped; Did Reese Lie About Her Country Roots?

Margaret Hartmann — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:30:00 EDT

Roman Polanski's victim, Samantha Geimer, has filed papers urging a California appeals court to dismiss the criminal case against him. She says she's received nearly 500 media calls since his arrest and just wants people to "leave her alone."

Jennifer Lopez's Alter Ego; Ellen Page's New TV Show

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:00:00 EDT

The new single from a singer named Lola is actually a track by Jennifer Lopez.

Michael's Will Released; Bradley Cooper Dates Renee Zellweger, Breaks Aniston's Heart?

Margaret Hartmann — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:30:00 EDT

Michael Jackson's will, which was released today, leaves his entire state to the Michael Jackson Family Trust, which provides for his children and mother and distributes money to several charities. It doesn't say where he wants to be buried. [TMZ]

Jon & Kate Custody Questions; Evan Rachel Makes Marilyn Feel Violent

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Though Kate Gosselin filed for divorce from Jon on Monday, the filing does not contain custody information at this time. Will Kate ask for primary custody? How much time will Jon get? [Star Magazine]

Robert Pattinson Hit By A Car While Running From Fans; Jon And Kate Gosselin Are Divorcing

Margaret Hartmann — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 18:30:00 EDT

Robert Pattinson was grazed by a taxi cab in New York while running across the street to get away from hysterical fans. The cab only hit him in the hip and he was uninjured.

Heidi & Spencer, Sarah Palin Find Forgiveness For The Weatherman, Comedian

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Spencer Pratt says that when he did the Today show, he thought that Al Roker was a "fan" "off the street." And! Heidi Montag's command for Al Roker?

Kate Winslet's Merkin; Lindsay & Sam In London

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

Kate Winslet tells Allure that when filming The Reader, she had to regrow her pubic hair:

Sean Penn Lobbies For Harvey Milk Day; Chris Brown & Rihanna Leave Miami

Margaret Hartmann — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:30:00 EST

Sean Penn is pushing for Harvey Milk's birthday to be recognized as a "day of significance" in California. Governor Schwarzenegger vetoed the bill last year, but Penn hopes his Oscar may change his mind.

Oo-de-lally! Russell Crowe's Weight, Badittude Threaten To Destroy Nottingham

Hortense Smith — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 10:50:00 EST

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Russell Crowe has gone a bit mad on the set of Nottingham, throwing the film into a state of chaos. The star is demanding re-writes and reportedly trying to get director Ridley Scott fired. [PageSix]

Lindsay Lohan & Sean Penn Spend The Night Together

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:00:00 EST

Lindsay Lohan and Sean Penn: Hung out all evening. For real. And! Is LL in denial about the fact that Samantha Ronson has broken up with her? [Page Six]

Gay Marriage: Brad Pitt Puts His Money Where His Mouth Is

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Brad Pitt has donated $100,000 to the campaign to defeat Proposition 8, the California ballot initiative that would ban same-sex marriage in the state. In a statement, he says: "Because no one has the right to deny another their life even though they disagree with it, because everyone has the right to live the life they so desire if it doesn't harm another and because discrimination has no place in America, my vote will be for equality and against Proposition 8." [Variety]
Hilary Swank is recovering from a "minor" medical procedure; she had a "growth" removed and is totally fine. Except the word "growth" is sorta gross. [ET]
Amy Poehler is sad about leaving SNL: "I'm on the verge of tears every minute. The cast and writers there are so dear, dear to me. I can't quite imagine not doing it. From now until my due date, we have about six shows and three election specials. I'm so, so sad about leaving." [USA Today]
Oprah's BFF Gayle King spills on O's 30 Rock stint! "It is a hoot," Gayle tells New York magazine. "It was taped last Saturday. Let me tell you, Tina Fey and Oprah Winfrey together is magic. Oprah and Tina together: Hilarious. H-I-L-A-A-A-R-I-O-U-S." [NY Mag]

Samantha Ronson: Literary Lezebel?

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:00:00 EDT

"She's certainly telling friends she's planning to write a book," says a source close to Sam Ronson. "It's supposed to be about her, allegedly. But come on, you know Lindsay will be all over that book. She's the only one people want to read about." But! Michael Lohan says: "She's using my daughter. People never even knew who Samantha Ronson was until she met Lindsay. She was just some L.A. DJ. And now she's writing a book? I am at wit's end with this stuff. This is not in Lindsay's best interest." Oh dear! (And for the record, the Ronsons were on the New York scene before Lindsay ever shot Parent Trap. So.) [Yahoo News, The Sun]
Michael Lohan thinks LL is drinking again. "Samantha drinks and passes the drinks under the table to Lindsay, and behind the scenes it gets worse and worse." [MSNBC]
Nicolette Sheridan and Michael Bolton: Splitsville! The couple has been engaged since 2006 and started dating in 1992. They broke up after five years but got back together in 2005. Tell me how am I supposed to live without you? [Yahoo News, People]
Related: Headline of the day: "Desperately Airbrushed Housewives: Latest Publicity Pictures Contrast With Recent Real Life Shots Of Stars" [Daily Mail]
Matthew McConaughey's mom reveals her husband, Matt's dad, died while she was having sex with him: "On Monday mornings, he and I often said goodbye by making love. One day, all of a sudden, it just happened. I knew that something was wrong, because I didn't hear anything from him. Just nothing. But it was just the best way to go!" [Page Six]

Loose Lips

Maria — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:45:00 EDT

Amy Winehouse's fainting spell from a couple of days ago could be linked to her overdose last summer. Drug withdrawals lasting almost a year? Remember kids: Crack is a fucking serious drug! • Ginnifer Goodwin says the claims that co-stars Jennifer Aniston and Jennifer Connelly are feuding on the set of He's Just Not That Into You are "totally absurd". Oh please, the biggest "feud" these two good gals ever had was probably over who should take the first toke on Aniston's apple bong. • An "employee" for R. Kelly told a key witness in his child-porn trial that she should More »

Goodbye, Tim

Megan Carpentier — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:50:14 EDT

Tim Russert passed away this afternoon at the age of 58 after collapsing at his office. He had just returned from a trip to Italy with his wife and son to celebrate the latter's graduation from Boston College (and, out of respect, I'll refrain from quoting BU's obligatory cheer here). If there's someone at NBC who hasn't teared up in the last couple of hours while talking about him, I missed it. [MSNBC]
The rest of the news is after the jump because I figured Tim deserved that.

According to Scalia, People Only Get Rights When There's Nothing At Stake

Megan Carpentier — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:30:18 EDT

In a 5-4 ruling today, the Supreme Court has (again) decided that the prisoners at Gitmo deserve some semblance of the rights afforded everyone else imprisoned in this country, like the right to protest to a judge the fact that they've been held for 6 years without charges. In his dissent, Justice Antonin Scalia defended the right to not afford the detainees any rights because "America is at war with radical Islamists," but I'm sure he came up with some bullshit legal reasoning to discard the Constitution like he always does. Strict constructionalist my ass. [Washington Post]
In other legal news, the jury is now considering its verdict in the R. Kelly case. [AP]
In yet further legal news, Tony Rezko claims that federal prosecutors cajoled him to make up allegations against Barack Obama. He says, "I will never fabricate lies about anyone else for selfish purposes. I will take what comes my way, but I will never hurt innocent people." Except, you know, when he bribes officials and commits frauds. [Politico]
Oh, look, the first food named after Eliot Spitzer: "a gargantuan patty wrapped around braised shortribs (no foie gras, here) and slathered with barbecue sauce". Now if only the Mayflower could, um, swallow their pride and name a drink after him, my life would be complete. [OuttaMindOuttaSite]

Daniel Craig Injured, In Need Of Some (Medical) Attention

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Medic! Daniel Craig sliced his fingertip off while filming the new James Bond movie. Last week he cut his face and needed eight stitches. The man suffers for his art, you guys. [Mirror]
Did a psychic help Angelina and Brad design a nursery for the twins??? Apparently someone was hired to determine the "vibe" of the unborn bébés. If you believe this crap. [MSNBC]
One benefit for Angelina Jolie giving birth in France? "Medieval" paparazzi laws. [NY Post]
R. Kelly told the judge in his child pornography trial that he does not plan to testify. The proceedings are winding down! [Miami Herald]
Even though Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon didn't have a big celebration, you can totally buy them a wedding present! They're registered at Bergdorf Goodman. [Page Six]
Lily Allen, Samantha Ronson and Lindsay Lohan had dinner together! Sam's brother produced Lily's album, remember. [Mirror]
"My sister and Lindsay make a cute couple, don’t they?" — Mark Ronson. [DListed]

Lindsay Lohan & Sam Ronson: "It's A Trust Thing"

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Cory Kennedy speaks! About Lindsay Lohan and friendgirl Samantha Ronson! "Lindsay just feels safe with her," Cory says. "I just feel like they have a very loyal and trustworthy relationship, which is really hard to come across in the world that Lindsay's in. It's a trust thing." [People]
Lindsay is looking to settle a lawsuit brought against her by David Kim, who claims LL owes him $55,000 from when he was in her security detail. LL says she doesn't know him and never employed him. Maybe she was drunk and high at the time? [E!]
Christina Aguilera is unapologetic about her partying: "I spend all day with my son," she says. "Once in a while, if I want to go out and have a mommy-daddy night with my husband, I am more than allowed to do that." You tell 'em, girl. [People]
Oh! And Xtina wants you to vote in November. That is why she and her son Max are in a new commercial; Max is swaddled in an American flag. Is that kosher? [The Sun]
A photographer accused of stalking Britney's pregnant little sister, Jamie Lynn, was arrested in Mississippi on Tuesday after the Spears family filed a complaint, claiming he wouldn't leave them alone. The pap says he was 200 feet away and not bothering JLS. [E!]
The "first sighting of Halle Berry's baby" is a grainy video from an alley where Halle was leaving a photo shoot. All you see is a covered carrier. [E! via Hollywood.tv]

Sex And The City: Blooper Filled, Boring?

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 29 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

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OMG the day is almost here! Are you ready? Huge stars, huge film! And! Apparently you can see the boom mic in several scenes of Sex And The City: The Movie! Tacky! [Perez Hilton]
The dude who plays Steve has never watched an episode of Sex And The City. "I don't like seeing myself," David Eigenberg says. "I don't know what all this hoopla is." [NY Mag]
Ashlee Simpson, now Ashlee Simpson-Wentz is, as predicted, pregnant. Pete Wentz has confirmed it on his website: "While many have speculated about this, we wanted to wait until after the first trimester to officially confirm that we are expecting our first child. This is truly the most joyous time in our lives and we are excited to share the happy news and start our family." [People]
As mentioned yesterday, Madonna has finally been granted full custody of adopted son David Banda. The Malawian judge said she and Guy Ritchie are "perfect parents." And by perfect he means filthy rich, with a lot of time on their hands. [The Sun]
The R. Kelly trial abruptly adjourned yesterday after one of Kelly's lawyers said he received a call from a mystery man who claimed to have information that could help the defense. Dramatic! And possibly true! [USA Today]

Is Ugly Betty Headed To Broadway?

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 28 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

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OMG an Ugly Betty musical? That would be pretty awesome. Especially if they keep Vanessa Williams, Michael Urie and Mark Indelicato as little Justin. And Becki Newton. And America Ferrera. Everyone, really. Sigh. [LA Times via ONTD]
One of R. Kelly's former personal assistants took the witness stand to say she believes the singer is, in fact, on the sex tape in question. She testified that at first she wasn't sure, but is "110 percent" certain after viewing it again. [Yahoo News]
Patrick Swayze speaks! The actor, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, says: "I am continuing treatment at Stanford and the great news is I continue to respond well." [People]
Hugh Hefner wants Robert Downey Jr. to play him in a bio-pic. The thing is, RDJ is sexy. Hef's appeal? Less than zero. [UPI]
American Idol David Cook is dating American Idol alum Kimberly Caldwell. The singing contest is also a dating game! [People]

Ellen & Portia: So Happy, So Gay, So Getting Married

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 16 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Ellen DeGeneres is so psyched about the California Supreme Court ruling regarding gay marriage that she's gonna get hitched to longtime love Portia de Rossi. Woohoo! It would be kind of awesome if they did it on TV. And then danced! [TMZ]

Lindsay Sings: "If I Want It, I Get It. Now."

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Synth! Dance beat! Breathy vocals! It's Lindsay Lohan's new track, "Bossy." And guess what? It doesn't totally suck. "Stop touching me without permission," she sings. "I'm jut a little bossy. If I want it, I get it — Now." Ha! Like that fur coat? But is the song as good as Kelis's "Bossy"? Well, LL's track was written by Ne-Yo. Lemme know what you think. I may have to listen again. And Again. And then one more time, with rollerskates on. I'm so embarrassed. [People]

Lindsay Gets Ugly; Courtney Love Hospitalized; Jamie Lynn's Shower

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

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Lindsay Lohan will appear on SIX EPISODES of Ugly Betty, including the season finale. LL will play an old classmate of Betty's who is down on her luck. Naomi Campbell, Christian Siriano, Victoria Beckham and now Lindsay? It's official: Ugly Betty is the new Love Boat. [TMZ]

Can You Believe Amy Winehouse Is A Multimillionaire?

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:00:00 EDT

Amy Winehouse has joined a list of young millionaires! She has an estimated £10 million fortune. And yet you'd never know it. Love that! [Telegraph]
Uh-oh. Amy might get arrested today, because she headbutted some guy who might press charges. [The Sun]
Madonna's new album, Hard Candy, debuts today on MySpace — four days before the official release date. [People]
Lauren Conrad will become a fashion blogger. For the poorly-named site College Tonight. Think she can write? [Fashionista]
So MSNBC is claiming they never asked Heidi Montag to sit at their table at the White House Correspondent's dinner. And yet! Radar has an email from Courtney Hazlett of MSNBC.com attempting to confirm Heidi's attendance at the dinner. But see MSNBC and MSNBC.com are different, you guys. So the site sent the invite and Heidi declined. In any case! Heidi will not be at the dinner. So there's that. [Radar]

Reader Roundup

Jessica — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:40:00 EST

Best Comment of the Day, in response to Monkey Business: "i throw my poop at him too, really turns the guy on." In the words of J.D. Regent, we say: omg you dated R.Kelly too? • Worst, in response to Crap Post From A Banker: "Actually, no. I think people are hating on him because this post went up telling us to hate on him." We say: you are all zombies whose shared brain is controlled by the evil Jezebellian overlordz, right? More »

Loose Lips

Jessica — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:45:00 EST

R. Kelly's publicist quits on the heels of reports that that he slept with her 19-year-old daughter. Isn't that kind of old for him? • R.I.P Evil Knievel! He's probably jumping over that giant canyon in the sky. • Darling Lili Taylor's got a bun in the oven! Aw. [MollyGood, TMZ, Dlisted] More »

Tiffany, our favorite drunken Rock of Love...

Tracie Egan Morrissey — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:45:00 EDT

Tiffany, our favorite drunken Rock of Love contestant, makes a cameo appearance in R. Kelly's video for "Rock Star." It's not too surprising since they're both from Chi-Town... wait, actually, it's a little bit surprising. Anyway, we're sure he did not threaten her with a good time, since he likes them about 30 years younger. [VH1 Blog] More »