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February 27, 2009 

Their Kids Act Just Like Yours!

Shiloh digs for gold.

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Tom and Giselle Got Hitched

Tom Brady & Gisele Bündchen quietly got married in a small, private ceremony in Santa Monica, Calif. on Thursday, sources say.

The New England Patriots quarterback and the Brazilian supermodel wed just before 6 p.m. at St. Monica's church, less than a mile from the beach. Brady's 1 ½ son, John Edward Thomas, was present at the wedding.

They followed the wedding with a small gathering at their Brentwood home.

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February 26, 2009 

Industry News

Cate Blanchett will play Maid Marian alongside Russell Crowe's Robin Hood in the movie remake, Variety reports.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button star replaces Sienna Miller, who announced she had the role last June. "It's the most exciting news in the world," Miller had said about joining the cast of the Ridley Scott-directed epic.

After she exited late last year, Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer said Blanchett would be a strong match for Crowe. "They are both highly accomplished dramatic actors who are taken seriously playing rich characters in period pieces, but each has the ability to show you fun," Grazer said.

The adventure film, which had been called Nottingham but is undergoing a title change, will begin production in early April. This remake will be more of an origin story about Robin of Loxley. Abandoned as a child, Crowe's character finds community with the common people of Nottingham. His abandonment and trust issues hamper his ability to fall in love until he meets his match in the strong-willed Marian.

The film will be shot in the United Kingdom on a $130 million budget. Scott will be aiming for a PG-13 rating.

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Going Back to Hef?

Dunzo.

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February 25, 2009 

Richard Simmons: Call Val!

Just when I think Val Kilmer can't possibly look worse...well, he does. Here he is riding in the Krewe of Bacchus Parade in New Orleans yesterday. If they ever do another Ghostbusters movie, he could totally be the Stay Puft Marshmellow Man.


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He Must Miss Donna

Dunzo.

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February 24, 2009 

Together Again?

Are bizarre couple Evan Rachel Wood and Marilyn Manson an item again? They were seen leaving the W Hotel in LA together Sunday morning before Wood walked the red carpet at the Oscars. The 21-year-old actress recently denied rumors she was hooking up with her "The Wrestler" co-star Mickey Rourke - and now we know why.

A source outside the hotel said Manson emerged first and "said he was waiting for his girlfriend." Then, she came out and they climbed into a waiting car.

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February 23, 2009 

The Oscars

Click here for your complete list of last night's winners!

And, here is my best and worst dressed list:

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February 22, 2009 

Oscar Liveblog!

7:00—arrived at Aubrey’s fabulous Oscar party where the only man invited is Charles Shaw

7:02—learned that if you freeze Sugar-Free Jello pudding it tastes like ice cream

7:10—did I just see Mickey Rourke smoking on the red carpet? And, nice dog necklace.

7:12—I am loving Amy Adams’ necklace—but not sure it is a wise choice with that dress.

7:15—how hot (and young) does Robert Downey Jr. look?

7:19—Matthew Broderick needs to find a treadmill. He’s lookin’ a little puffy.

7:20—Natalie Portman looks fantastic. Love the hot pink.

7:26—just filled out my Oscar ballot. Hope I win some prizes!

7:32—I hope Jessica Biel is on the phone with her hairstylist telling them they are fired. And, her stylist for allowing her to wear those shoes.

7:39—Wow. Angelina and Brad are breathtaking.

7:47—please God, make the E! crew stop talking.

8:00—changed channel to watch Tim Gunn

8:04—Aubrey announced what fabulous prizes are in store for some knowledgeable party attendees

8:14—if you were in High School Musical, you should not be at the Academy Awards.

8:28—let the awards fun begin!

8:34—the opening number is HILARIOUS! Go, Hugh!

8:40—Aubrey says that Frank Langella used to date Whoopi Goldberg. Totally didn’t know that.

8:41—fire the curtain guy

8:43—BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS: LOVE that they are bringing back so many past winners. Eva Marie Saint? I’ve loved her since North by Northwest! What the hell are the rest of them wearing? Whoopi—a dead animal. Tilda—a sack. Is Godlie’s mic cord sticking out of her cleavage?

8:48—Penelope Cruz wins!

8:53—we just played charades during the commercials. I had to act out Tropic Thunder and One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

8:54—When did Sophia Loren turn orange?

8:57—Wow. The dude who won for Milk for screenplay looks 13 years old.

9:03—I hope Jennifer glares at Angelina. And, we get the camera cut to Brad and Angie. Fake smiles. Nice.

9:13—I’ve only missed one in the pool so far (Best Animated Short Film).

9:21—Zzzzzz

9:29—I didn’t need to see a romance montage. Waste of time.

9:32—Ben Stiller is annoying and stupid right now.

9:45--another damn montage.

10:05--I could watch musical montages all day, though. :)

10:10--BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR: Heath of course wins. I won't lie, though...I was secretly hoping Brolin would pull out the upset win.

10:39--came home from the party, and in pj's to watch the rest.

Later--and, it's Kate Winslet, Sean Penn (which, was a big surprise), and Slumdog Millionaire!

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February 20, 2009 

Worn By Madonna

This could be your best excuse for booking a last-minute trip to London: A massive private collection of Madonna’s most famous and infamous costumes goes on display for the very first time starting Saturday.

From the black and gold-coned “Open Your Heart” bustier to the wedding gown she wore on the “Like a Virgin” tour to the baseball uniform she wore in A League of Their Own, more than 300 of the Material Girl’s dresses, costumes, artifacts and personal items will be up for viewing at the Old Truman Brewery through March 22. The unforgettable pink gown (and gloves) that she wore in her “Material Girl” video could even be yours!

The owners will be auctioning the dress off to one lucky — and probably very rich — bidder after the exhibit ends. Tickets to the exhibit, entitled “Simply Madonna: The Materials of the Girl,” are available through ticketmaster or preview the collection at marqueecapital.com.

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Just Awful

A photo of Rihanna after she was allegedly assaulted by Chris Brown has been obtained by TMZ. In the disturbing picture, the singer appears to have a swollen, bloody lip, two black eyes and marks on her forehead.

I refuse to post it on here, but have seen it, and it's not pretty. Whoever leaked it to TMZ should be immediately fired.

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February 19, 2009 

Rourke's Oscar Date?

Has Mickey Rourke found his date to the Oscars? Craggy-faced Rourke, who scored a Best Actor nod for his work in "The Wrestler," hung out with Paris Hilton on her birthday on Tuesday, but may have scored a classier companion in German supermodel Manon von Gerkan. On Wednesday, Gerkan, who previously dated illusionist David Blaine, went with Rourke to fashion designer Domenico Vacca's show and the after-party at Pink Elephant. "They were cozy all night and then left arm-in-arm," says a source.

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Kanye, His Ego, and His New Woman

--Wearing his-and-hers sunglasses, budding fashion designer Kanye West and his reported new flame, model Amber Rose, take in the front-row action at the Alexandre Herchcovitch runway show Wednesday at New York's Bryant Park

And, here is an even better picture of them from the night before:


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February 17, 2009 

Hmmm...

Rumor has it that over the weekend, Chris Brown apparently hired Paris Hilton’s spin doctor, Mike Sitrick, to try and dig his way out of his huge mess with girlfriend Rihanna.

The Hilton-Sitrick connection makes a little sense since it is also rumored that it was Paris who inadvertently instigated the fight between Brown and Rihanna on the eve of the Grammy Awards.


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Breakin' Up

Dunzo.

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February 16, 2009 

Wedding Bells

Salma Hayek got hitched.

Does anyone else think it's crazy that he's only 4 years older than she is? I think he looks at least 15.

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February 12, 2009 

I'm Sure It'll Be Rivoting

Mike Tyson is ready to spill the beans. But the one-time heavyweight champ doesn't want any leaks, so his book proposal is being seen by only five publishers. "It is similar to the way the Kurt Cobain journals were sold, which went for $4 million. Just eight people were invited down to the Inn on Irving Place to view Kurt's actual journals and hear his unreleased song," said an insider. "The book went on to be a No. 1 best-seller."

Tyson started writing while he was in prison. "Me and my cellmate would read to each other at night," Tyson told one editor. "One night I would read out loud to him, the next night he would read out loud to me. And we would do that back and forth until the book was completed."

--Um, ok, Mike. You're just like Cobain.

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Turn That Frown Upside Down

Jessica Simpson looks thrilled to be announcing the Academy Of Country Music Awards nominees.

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February 11, 2009 

Still Rockin'

KISS frontman Paul Stanley and his wife Erin welcomed an 8 lb. baby girl on Jan. 28, the rocker's rep said.

"The KISS Army has a new princess and her name is Sarah Brianna," says Stanley, 57. "Erin and I feel truly blessed with the addition of this star child into our lives." Sarah is the second child for the couple, who married in 2005.

The singer/guitarist and his wife, an attorney, live in Beverly Hills with their son Colin Michael, 2, and Stanley's son Evan Shane, 14, from his previous marriage.

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Michelle Obama Does Vogue

Michelle Obama is making history again – by becoming only the second president's wife to appear on the cover of Vogue magazine.

The newly-minted first lady was photographed by famed shooter Annie Leibovitz at the Hay-Adams Hotel, where the Obamas stayed before the Inauguration.

While nearly every first lady – beginning with Herbert Hoover's wife, Lou, in 1929 – has been photographed for the fashion bible, only Hillary Clinton was featured on the cover, in Dec. 1998, Vogue spokesman Patrick O'Connell said.

In the March issue of the magazine, the cover of which will be released today, Obama is seen wearing a magenta dress by Jason Wu, who designed her inaugural gown, and also pictured in a black dress by designer Narciso Rodriguez, according to The Washington Post.

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February 10, 2009 

Bad Situation

Losing endorsements and facing possible jail time are the least of Chris Brown's problems. He can forget about working in the industry again now that he's on the bad side of Jay-Z and Timbaland. And frankly, if it proves true that he beat her up, he better keep one eye open at all times.

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Well Said

"I was young. I was stupid."

--A. Rod, on pumping his veins full of steroids

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Glutton For Punishment

Owen and Kate are dating again. Didn't he learn the first time?

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February 09, 2009 

Monday Tidbits


Chris Brown is under investigation for felony battery. As a result, he and Rihanna pulled out of the Grammys.


Tiger Woods welcomed a baby boy on Sunday.


The new Dancing With the Stars cast has been revealed.


Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy are engaged.


Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler got hitched.


As for the Grammys, there were too many horrendous ensembles to even mention. I was very glad to see the Allison Krauss/Robert Plant album win big. Definitely a great one. Also, there's a big soft spot in my heart for Coldplay, so I was glad they won as well. However, can someone tell me why Brooke Hogan was invited? She's not even a D-lister anymore.

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February 07, 2009 

Little Gold Men

If you love the Oscars like I love the Oscars, you'll love Vanity Fair's Oscar blog, Little Gold Men.

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February 06, 2009 

White Castle Much?

Burger King is continuing its strategy of adding petite-sized, lower-cost items to its menu at a time when food prices have soared but consumers are strapped for cash. The fast food chain announced today that it will roll out new burger and breakfast "shots," or burgers in miniature sizes.

The sliders will come in a two-pack ($1.39) and a six-pack ($4.09) and will consist of a flame-broiled patty, ketchup, mustard, and two pickle slices, sandwiched between a plain bun. The fast food chain is also revving up its breakfast menu with BK Breakfast Shots. The breakfast sandwiches, which are available in a two-pack ($1.49) or a four-pack ($2.89) during the store's breakfast hours, contain egg, a "smoky cheese sauce," and a choice of ham, bacon, or a sausage patty.

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Another Show for Me to DVR

Kelly Cutrone, the fashion czar on "The City" who also appears on MTV's "The Hills," is branching out. Cutrone inked an eight-episode deal with Bravo for a reality show based on her fashion p.r. company, People's Revolution. Magical Elves, the outfit behind mega- hits "Top Chef" and "Project Runway," will produce. Neither Cutrone nor Bravo would comment, though a source close to the production tells us the show will center around "strong women in the workplace."

I'd go work for her. She's a hard core, but tells it like it is.

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Industry News

Universal Pictures is sweet on "Candy Land."

Studio has set Etan Cohen to write and Kevin Lima to direct a live-action feature based on the enduring Hasbro board game.

Project is the first film to emerge from a deal made last February with Hasbro, whose properties are the basis for the summer films "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra" and "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen."

The tyke-friendly board game isn't as obvious an inspiration for a movie project as those other Hasbro brands, but the studio has tapped talent adept at comedy and family fare. Lima most recently directed the Amy Adams starrer "Enchanted" after helming the animated features "Tarzan" and "102 Dalmatians." Cohen's recent script work includes "Tropic Thunder" and "Madagascar 2," and he most recently rewrote "The Fiance," the Burr Steers-directed romantic comedy that will star Anne Hathaway.

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February 05, 2009 

She Has Nothing To Worry About

Demi Moore is unafraid of competition. While the star and her husband, Ashton Kutcher, were playing blackjack at the Hard Rock Hotel in Tampa, Fla., a fellow player asked Kutcher, "Have you seen the Hard Rock Girls calendar?" According to an onlooker, "Ashton told the guy he hadn't because he didn't want to piss off Demi." Our source heard Moore snap, "I don't give a [bleep] if you look at that thing."

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Make a Movie or Something

Not to be topped by Noah Wylie and his polar bear commercial, Ashley Judd uses her celebrity to stop one of the most horrifying atrocities facing our nation: wolf killing.

;)

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February 04, 2009 

Quotable

--"Couldn't they have at least cast a real actress?" --Faye Dunaway upon hearing the news that Hillary Duff will be playing Bonnie in a remake of Bonnie and Clyde.

I'm in total agreement, Faye. Better yet--why the hell must Hollywood ruin classics w/ remakes?

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His Prerogative

Bobby Brown is prepping for kid #5.

Man, I miss Being Bobby Brown.

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February 03, 2009 

Lookin' Good

You sure can't tell that Rebecca Romijn gave birth to twins just 6 weeks ago. WOW.

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Quotable

"I engaged in behavior which was regrettable and demonstrated bad judgment. I'm 23 years old and despite the successes I've had in the pool, I acted in a youthful and inappropriate way, not in a manner people have come to expect from me. For this, I am sorry. I promise my fans and the public it will not happen again." --Michael Phelps

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