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Simon Cowell Mourns the Loss of Potentially Awesome X-Factor Judge

Doug Barry — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:50:00 EST

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Simon Cowell will miss Whitney Houston not only because she had vocal cords made of platinum, but also because she was being considered as a judge and mentor on the X-Factor. Said Cowell about a Whitney Houston-infused talent show, More »

10 Things You May Have Missed On TV This Week

Whitney Jefferson — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:00:00 EST

In this week's compilation of pop culture crap: Kathy Griffin calls Kim Kardashian a "dirty whore," Stephen Colbert's Big Gay News, and Kristen Wiig teaches us how to flirt. More »

Kim Kardashian Weds in Disappointingly Pratfall-Free Ceremony

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:00:46 EDT

Kim Kardashian, got married to her giant boyfriend Kris Humphries yesterday in a lavish $10 bazillion glorification of all that's wrong with the world. The ceremony featured a star-studded 440 person guest list including such of-the-moment cultural forces as Lindsay Lohan, Avril Lavigne, and several members of the cast of Dancing with the Stars (not the stars themselves; the people who dance with them). All of the guests were requested to stick to a black and white dress code, just like Beetlejuice would have wanted. Kim wore a dress that happened after mother/pimp Kris Jenner shoved dozens of yards of ivory tulle down Vera Wang's throat and the designer puked it back up. Kim would later go on to change into two additional dresses after the ceremony, because these are tough times for everyone and three additional gowns would have just been gauche. The Kardashians are tasteful and sensitive to the plights of others like that. There was a strapless dress with a bow the size of a child who should have completed potty training. There was a big tent. The bridesmaids dressed in ivory as well as a sort of ham fisted hat tip to Pippa Middleton's dress, just to remind us that the Kardashian family is like American royalty (if that's the case, does that make Brody Jenner our Prince Harry? Because barf.). More »

Bristol Palin's New Face Was Totes A Medical Necessity

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 11 May 2011 09:00:00 EDT

You guys: Bristol Palin did not have plastic surgery. Nope. Not at all. What she had was "corrective" jaw surgery. If you think she looks better now, it's just a coincidence! "Yes, it improved the way I look, but this surgery was necessary for medical reasons," Bristol tells Us magazine. She explains that she had the procedure so that her jaw and teeth would align properly. Growing up, she had braces, but the dentist warned her that she might need surgery someday. We always thought that this kind of surgery required having your jaw broken, reset and wired shut — a process that could take a year or so — not an in-and-out thing, like, say, a chin implant. But Bristol will have us know that she is not the kind of girl who would have a purely cosmetic procedure: "I wouldn't get plastic surgery unless I got in an accident or something terrible and got disfigured." Aren't you glad that is cleared up? Phew. [AP] More »

Meredith Vieira Tears Up While Announcing Departure From Today Show

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 09 May 2011 09:00:00 EDT

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This morning, Meredith Vieira announced that she is indeed leaving the Today show in June (as rumored). "I want to spend more [time] with my husband Richard, and my kids," she said. Her husband has written a book about the fact that he's coping with multiple sclerosis and colon cancer. Meredith also said: "I really hope to stay in the NBC family." Ann Curry, who is so freaking earnest and annoying it is painful, will take Meredith's spot, and Natalie Morales will read the news, taking Ann's job. The Associated Press notes: "Today is careful to cultivate the image of family, and made the announcement with the five regulars seated on a couch, tossing off jokes to blunt emotion." [AP] More »

Even Gwyneth Paltrow's Distant Ancestors Were Exceptional

Sadie Stein — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EDT

Gwynnie says she's recently discovered that her great-great-great-grandfather was a "miracle worker" and "Kabbalah master," who also saved his shtetl from a fire. Then he guest-starred on Glee and released a cookbook. [Contact Music] More »

Kanye West Has A Better Sense Of Humor Than Britney Spears

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:30:00 EST

On Friday, Kanye poked fun at Spears by lampooning his infamous Taylor Swift-interrupting rant on Twitter. Britney Spears camp did not find that funny at all, no sir. Kanye later deleted the Tweet. WHY CAN'T WE LET KANYE BE GREAT? More »

Become Perfect By Following Exciting New "Managed Anorexia" Plan

Lauri Apple — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 11:20:00 EST

A curious young man is using his Twitter to promote "managed anorexia," which will "help girls all over the world know that to be skinny is to be perfect & to be fat is unacceptable." Is this guy for real? More »

Is Meg Ryan Dating Newly Separated John Mellencamp?

Lauri Apple — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 10:30:00 EST

Reportedly, John Mellencamp (nee Cougar) has "struck up a friendship" with the actress, who has apparently "dropped in" on his tour. Mellencamp and his supermodel wife of 18 years, Elaine Mellencamp (nee Irwin), just announced they're splitting up. Oooh!

Zoolander Sequel Really, Really, Really Happening

Jenna Sauers — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 12:10:00 EST

Zoolander II news! Owen Wilson says he and Ben Stiller are at work on the the long-awaited sequel, which should be released in 2012. Wilson also says he wants Lady Gaga to make a cameo. [Monsters&Critics]

Lindsay Throws Boozy Party In Rehab

Margaret Hartmann — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:02:00 EST

Last weekend, Lindsay Lohan had a party in the Betty Ford Clinic satellite house she's been staying in. Her roommates were caught "drinking heavily," and on the same night, Lindsay and her friends may have gone to a bar.

Simon Cowell Thinks Susan Boyle Should Sing At Prince William's Royal Wedding

Erin Gloria Ryan — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:00:00 EST

Not that she's been asked, or expressed interest, but OMG she should totally do it. She can sing the song she's famous for, I Dreamed A Dream That One Day We Will Have A Day Free Of Royal Wedding Headlines. More »

Elisabeth Moss Looked Great, Simon Cowell Was Wearing Blush

Sadie Stein — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 10:37:00 EST

Not only are there International Emmy Awards, but this year marked the 38th iteration thereof! None of which explains the 90s stars, or the weird duds. More »

Real Housewife Kim Zolciak Is Pregnant

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:00:00 EST

Unsolicited Uterus Update: Real Housewives Of Atlanta star Kim Zolciak is carrying a fetus.

Taylor Swift Writes About Her Relationships Because It's Her Job, Okay?

Lauri Apple — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 10:30:00 EDT

"I want a guy who takes charge, but lets me have my say once in a while," Taylor Swift says. Only once in a while, though! Could this explain why she's been dating older men?

Madonna Launching Global Chain Of Gyms

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Madonna is opening Hard Candy fitness centers around the world.

Prince William & Kate Middleton Fuel Engagement Rumors

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Prince William and Kate Middleton attended the wedding of a close friend in England on Saturday, and stole the show.

Celebrity Romance Fiction We'd Like To See

Sadie Stein — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 19:05:00 EDT

Simon Cowell may have triumphed when British women were asked which celebrity they would most like to see featured in a romantic novel, but we think we can do better! Our dream scenarios? More »

Lady Gaga Hires Ghostbusters

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Today in ORLY? news: Lady Gaga is "terrified" of evil spirits and spends thousands of dollars on having every hotel and tour venue "scanned by a team of paranormal investigators."

Paris Finally Admits Cocaine Was Hers, Wears Special Costume In Court

Sadie Stein — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EDT

Paris Hilton entered guilty pleas on two misdemeanor counts and has finally admitted the coke was hers. Her plea deal gets her a year's probation. [CNN]
The judge says straighten up and fly right. Or else. [US]

Joaquin Phoenix Was Faking It

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDT

So. Everything Joaquin Phoenix has been doing for the last two years has been "performance art."

Taylor Swift Rejects Kanye's Song

Hortense Smith — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 10:30:00 EDT

A "friend" of Taylor Swift says that the singer wants nothing to do with the song Kanye West claims he wrote for her.

What The Hell Is Britney Doing In A Wedding Dress?

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Britney Spears is on the cover of Pop magazine, and inside, she's photographed in a wedding dress complete with veil.

The Magical World Of Simon Cowell

Hortense Smith — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:30:00 EDT

If you've ever wondered what goes through Simon Cowell's mind while he's judging a talent contest, Cyriak Harris, the animator behind such surreal viral videos as "Cows Cows Cows," provides an answer in this wacky clip. More »

Lady Gaga's Boyfriend Has A Girlfriend

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Uh-oh. Lady Gaga's boyfriend is still seeing his other girlfriend.

Mel Gibson's Dad Calls Pope A "Homosexual, Anti-Pope"

Margaret Hartmann — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:35:03 EDT

In a radio interview this weekend Mel Gibson's dad, Hutton Gibson, declared that the Catholic Church won't address controversial issues like homosexuality because, "half of the people there in the Vatican are queer," including the Pope.

Homesteader Kate Moss Makes Her Own Jam

Sadie Stein — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:35:00 EDT

Breaking: Kate Moss is making jam from her own plums. Having received "glowing reviews" on "Kate's Damson Jam" from Simon Cowell and others, she's "hoping her plum conserve will be a hit with the public." Business is so easy! More »

Ellen And Kara Out, J-Lo And Steven Tyler Possibly In At Idol

Hortense Smith — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT

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After only one season, Ellen DeGeneres is stepping down as an American Idol judge:

Orlando Spills The Beans About Miranda's Pregnancy

Hortense Smith — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Staff at the hotel where Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr spent their honeymoon claim that Orlando openly talked about his wife's pregnancy:

Beyoncé Involved In Car Crash

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Beyoncé "narrowly escaped" being injured earlier this week when a cab collided with her chauffeur-driven car in London.

Jen Considers Adoption; Jeremy London's Kidnapping Saga Continues; Lindsay And Gerard Were "All Over Each Other"

Hortense Smith — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 10:30:00 EDT

Inspired by her friend Sheryl Crow, who has adopted two children on her own, Jennifer Aniston is reportedly in the process of discussion adoption options with her lawyers:

"I'll Be The Judge Of That."

Dodai Stewart — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:50:00 EDT

[Ascot, June 18. Image via Splash.]

Kristen Stewart's Gay Rumor; Tila Tequila's Suicide Stunt

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Is Kristen Stewart gay?

Gary Coleman's Ex Defends Pulling The Plug; Stars Remember Rue McClanahan

Margaret Hartmann — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:30:00 EDT

In an interview with TMZ, Gary Coleman's ex-wife Shannon Price said, "I don't want people to be so hard on me thinking I had to pull the plug too early. He wouldn't have made it anyway..."

Do We Need American Idol Anymore?

Dodai Stewart — Thu, 27 May 2010 16:40:00 EDT

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Lee DeWyze has won American Idol and Richard Rushfield points out that he is the third "low-key cute white male rocker" in a row to win. Uh, why do we even need this show? More »

Ellen Starts Record Label; Gwen's Not Pregnant

Dodai Stewart — Wed, 26 May 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Ellen DeGeneres is starting her own record label!

Madonna May Judge Idol; Hasselhoff Hospitalized; Tila Snorts Ambien

Dodai Stewart — Tue, 25 May 2010 09:00:00 EDT

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It would be fairly epic if Madonna became a judge on American Idol.

Brittany Murphy's Husband Found Dead; Lindsay Due In Court Today

Dodai Stewart — Mon, 24 May 2010 09:00:00 EDT

Brittany Murphy's husband, Simon Monjack, was found dead last night in the couple's Hollywood home.

Tila Tequila Signs Up For Celebrity Rehab, Lindsay Returns To L.A., Michael Madsen Placed On Suicide Watch

Hortense Smith — Sun, 23 May 2010 10:30:00 EDT

According to TMZ, Tila Tequila is set to join the next cast of Celebrity Rehab for an unspecified addiction, though the show is having trouble attracting any other participants and may never actually air. [TMZ]

Did Nicole Get A Boob Job?; Kendra's New Lesbian Sex Tape

Margaret Hartmann — Fri, 21 May 2010 19:30:00 EDT

Nicole Kidman's breasts looked oddly large and round at a charity event in Hong Kong yesterday, prompting speculation that she got implants.