June, 2013

06/19

'Man Of Steel' flies to top of British box office
New Superman movie Man of Steel has muscled its way to the top of the British box office to debut at number one.

'Harry Potter' wants to be a James Bond villain
British actor Daniel Radcliffe dreams of shedding his good guy image to play a dastardly villain in the James Bond franchise -- partly because he's not that tall.

Dolce & Gabbana founders sentenced to 20 months in jail
Fashion designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have been sentenced to 20 months behind bars after they were convicted of tax evasion in Milan, Italy on Wednesday.

Elizabeth Taylor's first wedding dress up for auction
The wedding gown Elizabeth Taylor wore when she exchanged vows with Conrad Hilton, Jr. is heading to the auction block.

Nick Cannon tried to reach out to ex-co-star Bynes
TV personality Nick Cannon has attempted to reach out to his former All That co-star Amanda Bynes amid concerns about her mental well being, but he could not get in touch with her management team.

115K expected at Electric Daisy Carnival in Vegas
Up to 115,000 ravers are expected each night this weekend for a dusk-to-dawn sensory overload of electronic dance music, partying and mingling at a sprawling racing complex outside Las Vegas.

Woody Harrelson launches tree-friendly paper brand
Woody Harrelson is putting his paper where his passions are. The 51-year-old actor is the co-founder of Prairie Pulp & Paper Inc., which launched its brand of environmentally friendly paper Wednesday.

High-pitched country singer Whitman dies at age 90
Slim Whitman -- a country singer who sold millions of records through TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s -- has died at the age of 90.

NJ Gov. Christie still a fan of hated rival Dallas Cowboys
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie surprised some schoolchildren on Wednesday when he told them that his favorite football team is the Dallas Cowboys -- a hated rival of the local team, the New York Giants.

Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district
The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in the city's downtown entertainment and sports district.

Netflix to expand to Netherlands later this year
Netflix is going Dutch. The online video giant said Wednesday it will expand into the Netherlands, its 41st country, later this year.

'The Voice' winner says feeling is incredibly overwhelming
Danielle Bradbery, the 16-year-old country singer winner of NBC's "The Voice" said she was overwhelmed with emotion when she was crowned the winner of the singing competition on Tuesday night.

Cher credits good luck for her lengthy career
Though Cher has topped the Billboard pop charts throughout the last six decades, she credits luck, not necessarily talent, for her incredible staying power.

Selma Blair abruptly exits 'Anger Management'
In a statement Tuesday, producer Lionsgate said the actress won't be returning to the FX comedy, which stars embattled actor Charlie Sheen.

Sentencing in theft of 'Idol' contestant's iPhone
An Orange County woman has been sentenced to eight days in jail for stealing a former "American Idol" contestant's iPhone while the singer was performing at a Santa Ana elementary school.

Actor Edward Furlong charged with assault in LA
'Terminator 2' star Edward Furlong has been charged with assault after a May 21 incident in which his girlfriend called police and reported he attacked her.

06/18

Amanda Bynes To Team Up With Wyclef Jean For Debut Album?
Amanda Bynes is set to receive a helping hand from hip-hop veteran Wyclef Jean as she prepares to launch herself as a rap star

Brad Pitt's Son Is A Zombie In World War Z
Brad Pitt's young son Maddox has been bitten by the acting bug after playing a zombie in his father's new horror movie World War Z.

Bono Enjoys Special Lunch With Obama Family
Irish rocker and philanthropist Bono enjoyed a very special lunch date after inviting U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama to join him for lunch at his favorite local pub

Rihanna Becomes Most-Viewed Youtube.Com Artist
Rihanna has stolen pop star Justin Bieber's crown as the most-viewed artist on YouTube.com

Depp hopes 'Tonto' inspires Native Americans
Actor Johnny Depp hopes his portrayal of Tonto in The Lone Ranger inspires young Native Americans to strive for greatness in their lives, because he partly took on the sidekick character to give them a role model.

Ex-Playmate admits helping boyfriend in US illegally
A former Playboy Playmate has admitted helping her Canadian boyfriend after he illegally entered the United States in northern New York last summer.

Chef describes Jackson children's lives to jury
A chef who worked for Michael Jackson on Tuesday described to jurors the lives of the superstar's children, including what she says was Paris Jackson's last birthday party.

Family sues over Colorado woman's death in reality TV pilot
The survivors of a woman who died during the production of a reality TV show pilot have filed a wrongful death and negligence lawsuit against the Discovery channel and Anthropic Productions, officials said.

'Curb' actor Jeff Garlin won't face charges in LA
Prosecutors won't be filing charges of vandalism against "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actor Jeff Garlin, after he was accused of smashing a car window in a dispute over a parking space.

A look at original shows by online video services
Netflix's deal to air 300 hours of original television programming from Dreamworks is part of a trend in which online streaming video services, including Amazon and Hulu, are increasingly producing original shows.

Assisted by basketball, ABC wins ratings week
Basketball and talent shows commanded TV viewers' attention last week. The Nielsen Co. said three nights of NBA finals were the most-watched shows in prime time -- helping ABC win the overall week.

San Jose sues MLB over team's proposed move
A San Francisco Bay Area city has filed a lawsuit against Major League Baseball, over the Oakland Athletics' plans of building a new ballpark there.

Stuntwoman sues News Corp. over phone hack scheme
A woman who worked as a stunt double for Angelina Jolie has sued Rupert Murdoch's News Corp., claiming that she is a victim of a phone hacking scheme designed to obtain information about the actress.

MGM to develop new $350M arena on Las Vegas Strip
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG announced Tuesday they have completed a deal to build a new 20,000-seat arena on the Las Vegas strip.

Pitcher's failed video game company costly for Rhode Island
There will be consequences if Rhode Island's government refuses to pay back bonds issued for a $75 million loan guarantee, that was granted for the failed video game company of former pitcher Curt Schilling, officials said.

Romanian pop star says manager beat her over money
Prosecutors are investigating a Romanian pop singer's claim that she was beaten up by her manager-boyfriend after a dispute over money -- igniting a debate about domestic violence in the conservative European nation.

Lady Gaga's father rants about restaurant rating
Lady Gaga's father has aimed a furious online rant at New York City's mayor after the family's restaurant was given a damning report from city health inspectors.

Terence Stamp has mixed feelings about Superman reboot
The British acting icon, who played the evil General Zod in the 1978 and 1980 Superman films, believes the movies he shot set the standard for Hollywood's superheroes.

Betty White auctions off a date for animal charity
Beloved actress Betty White is auctioning off an evening of her company to raise money for an animal charity.

Bruce Lee statue unveiled in Los Angeles
Martial arts movie icon Bruce Lee has been immortalised in Los Angeles with a larger-than life bronze statue.

06/17

Amanda Bynes recovering from plastic surgery
Troubled actress Amanda Bynes is recovering after undergoing more plastic surgery on her nose.

Kate Moss To Mark 40Th Birthday With Playboy Shoot
Supermodel Kate Moss is reportedly embracing her upcoming 40th birthday by stripping off for a steamy playboy magazine photoshoot

Rob Zombie To Launch Halloween Festival In California
Rocker and filmmaker Rob Zombie is hoping to terrorize fans with a new Halloween festival

Jay-Z Shocks Fans With New Album Announcement
Rap icon Jay-Z stunned fans by announcing plans to release his 12th studio album

Sir Mick Jagger's Hair To Go Under Hammer At London Auction
A lock of Sir Mick Jagger's hair is set to go under the hammer next month after it was discovered by a relative of his former girlfriend

Lil Wayne Stomps On American Flag While Shooting New Music Video
Rapper Lil Wayne has incurred the wrath of American patriots by stomping all over the U.S. flag while filming a music video

Dave Chappelle Plots Comedy Comeback With U.S. Tour
Reclusive funnyman Dave Chappelle is returning to the spotlight to headline a comedy tour with the Flight of the Conchords duo

Michael Jordan skipping Tahoe celeb golf in July
Michael Jordan is skipping the annual celebrity golf tournament at Lake Tahoe next month for the first time in seven years, tournament officials said Monday.

Promoter created conflict with Jackson doc, expert says
An expert testifying for Michael Jackson's mother says he believes it was a conflict of interest for the promoter of the superstar's comeback concerts to negotiate with his doctor.

Netflix to run original TV series from Dreamworks
Netflix says the multi-year agreement is its biggest deal ever for original first-run content, includes more than 300 hours of new programming, and expands on an existing relationship between the companies.

Envelope mix-up at Daytime Emmy Awards
The Daytime Emmys, which occurred over the weekend, was marked by an envelope mix-up, expletives and the constant din of audience chatter heard during the cable telecast that stretched beyond its time slot.

'Curb Your Enthusiasm' actor Jeff Garlin arrested
Los Angeles police say "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actor and comedian Jeff Garlin has been arrested on a felony vandalism charge after a dispute with another motorist over a parking space.

Kim Kardashian, Kanye West welcome baby girl
The couple was keeping silent over the weekend in the wake of multiple reports that Kardashian had given birth to a baby girl, about a month premature.

Singer Miguel inviting lawsuit over fan's injury, lawyer says
The lawyer for a woman who Miguel landed on during a leap while performing at the Billboard Music Awards said his client continues to suffer cognitive difficulties and hasn't received any help from the R&B artist.

'Man of Steel' soars with $116.6M at box office
The Warner Bros. superhero film earned $116.6 million in its opening weekend. The retelling of Superman's backstory nabbed the record for biggest all-time opening in June.

Miss Utah latest beauty queen to botch answer
Miss Utah Marissa Powell is the latest beauty queen to trip on national television, not over her gown, but during the interview segment.

Jamie Dornan's Wife Terrified By His Killer Role
British actor Jamie Dornan had to win back the trust of his new wife Amelia Warner's after she was left terrified by his portrayal of a serial killer in The Fall.

Pulp Fiction Keeps Samuel L. Jackson Young
Jackson tells U.K. TV show This Morning, "Nobody knew that film would have the crossover and the legs, I guess through history, that it has right now."

Girl Meets World Gets Green Light
The highly anticipated Boy Meets World spin-off Girl Meets World has been given the green light by TV bosses.

In Israel, Streisand slams treatment of women
Entertainment star Barbra Streisand is attacking Jewish religious practices in Israel that treat women differently from men.

06/16

Kim Kardashian Is A New Mother
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West are celebrating the birth of their first child

06/15

Paul Mccartney Smells Weed On Stage At Bonnaroo
Sir Paul McCartney stopped his set at Tennessee's Bonnaroo festival on Friday June 14 when he smelled marijuana smoke coming from the audience

Kim Kardashian Gives Birth - Reports
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West are celebrating the birth of their first child

06/14

'Man of Steel' has super opening in Southeast Asia
The new Superman movie had a super start at the box office in Southeast Asia, landing the biggest opening day ever in the Philippines and the best start for a Warner Bros. movie in Taiwan.

Arnold Schwarzenegger 'will be back' for 'Terminator 5'
The action movie veteran confirmed he will be returning as the futuristic robot character in Terminator 5 during remarks he made in Australia this week.

Actress Adams trying to break voice for Joplin biopic
Actress Amy Adams has been shrieking and screaming in a bid to break her voice so she can accurately recreate Janis Joplin's gravelly vocals in an upcoming biopic.

Billy Joel And Elton John end feud at hall of fame gala
Billy Joel and Sir Elton John ended their feud at the Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony in New York City on Thursday night after Joel told the 'Rocket Man' to call him.

Charlie Sheen upset about reality TV star's text leak
Actor Charlie Sheen has fired off an angry letter to reality TV actress-turned-porn star Farrah Abraham, poking fun at her cosmetic surgery enhancements, after she allegedly leaked details of a private text correspondence between them.

'Mad Men' creator dismisses Sharon Tate murder link in finale
Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner has dismissed reports suggesting Jessica Pare's 'Megan Draper' character will be murdered in the upcoming season finale, insisting fans are reading too much into the T-shirts she wears on the show.

Singer Merle Haggard given honorary doctorate
They call him "The Hag," but now singer Merle Haggard can answer to "doctor" as well, after he was presented an honorary doctorate Friday by California State University, Bakersfield.

The new consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony
The Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 will join Nintendo's Wii U, which came out last year, in vying for shoppers' attention and dollars at a time many people are turning to phones and tablets for gaming.

Comedian Pegg feels responsible for farmer's alien hoax
Simon Pegg has reached out to a Chinese farmer who has been jailed for masterminding an alien hoax based on the British funnyman's hit movie Paul.

Britney Spears asked Russell Crowe for Toxic duet
Russell Crowe turned down an offer from Britney Spears to team up on a new version of her hit single 'Toxic.'

Jane Fonda taking comedy improvisation classes
Hollywood veteran Jane Fonda is planning to work on her comedy skills by taking improvisation classes in Los Angeles, the actress has declared.

Amy Adams was starstruck over Gary Oldman
Actress Amy Adams says she made a fool of herself at a major movie festival last year when she got starstruck over veteran British actor Gary Oldman.

Billy Ray Cyrus, wife of 19 years, getting divorce
Billy Ray Cyrus' wife has filed for divorce from the country singer after nearly 20 years of marriage -- and she's also seeking custody of their 13-year-old son and spousal support.

Kobe and Kimmel to talk for charity in LA
Kobe Bryant will sit down with late night host Jimmy Kimmel for a conversation at the Nokia Theatre on Aug. 15 to raise money toward eliminating homelessness in the Los Angeles area.

Russell Crowe's kids baffled by small Superman movie role
Russell Crowe's young sons were unimpressed with their dad's movie career when they watched his latest film Man of Steel.

06/13

Jennifer Lopez to get 2,500th star on 'Walk Of Fame'
Actress-turned-singer Jennifer Lopez has landed the landmark 2,500th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, officials said Thursday.

Actress Bynes back-pedals after rant on Miley Cyrus
Embattled actress Amanda Bynes is trying to make amends with singer Miley Cyrus after branding the singer/actress "ugly" in an angry online rant.

New Superman says US actor could play James Bond
New Superman Henry Cavill has risked incurring the wrath of James Bond fans by insisting that 007 could be played on the big screen by an American.

'Seinfeld' stars to reunite on Kirstie Alley sitcom
Former Seinfeld stars Jason Alexander and Michael Richards are set to reunite on actress Kirstie Alley's new self-titled TV sitcom.

'Magic City' captures Miami Beach's glamorous past
The upcoming sophomore season of the Starz cable network's period drama "Magic City" will again follow denizens of Miami Beach's fictional Miramar Playa Hotel.

'Happy Birthday to You' lawsuit filed in NY
A production company making a documentary film about the song "Happy Birthday to You" has filed a lawsuit in New York over the copyright to the world's most famous tune.

AEG cites conflicting info on Jackson's health
The head of the company promoting Michael Jackson's ill-fated comeback concerts testified Thursday that he received contradictory and confusing information about the singer's health just days before his death.

Tunisia rapper gets 2 years prison for police song
The lawyer of a Tunisian rapper said Thursday his client has been convicted of inciting violence against officials and insulting police, and was sentenced to two years in prison.

Rupert Murdoch files for divorce from wife of 14 years
Billionaire News Corp. CEO Rupert Murdoch on Thursday filed for divorce from Wendi Deng Murdoch, his wife for the last 14 years, in New York's supreme court.

'Modern Warfare' mastermind introduces 'Titanfall'
After spending the past three years engaged in both legal battles and work on a new game, the "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" co-creator has returned to the Electronic Entertainment Expo to debut "Titanfall."

Women in Film turns 40, honors Lucas, Linney
Women in Film is turning 40, and the organization celebrated its milestone birthday at its annual Crystal + Lucy Awards.

See a theme park like a VIP with no waits, hassles
There's a lot of standing in long lines at America's amusement parks. But there's a way to eliminate the stress of making the annual trek to Disney, Universal, Six Flags and other popular parks.

Gene Simmons' restaurant worries small Maui town
Merchants in a small town on the northern coast Maui say they have misgivings about the arrival of a restaurant owned in part by veteran rock 'n' roller Gene Simmons.

'Tapia' film on late NM boxer set to premiere
A documentary on the rise and fall of Albuquerque-born, multiple-time world champion boxer Johnny Tapia premieres this weekend.

Psy still waiting for Gangnam Style royalties
South Korean pop star Psy has yet to see any of the profits from his global smash hit single Gangnam Style.

Lindsay Lohan leaves Betty Ford Clinic
Troubled actress Lindsay Lohan has left the Betty Ford rehab clinic less than six weeks after checking in for treatment.

06/12

'After Earth' wins number one spot at British box office
Will Smith's post-apocalyptic movie After Earth has wiped out the competition at the U.K. box office chart to debut at number one -- earning more than $3.4 million.

Daughter of Baldwin and Basinger wants acting career
The daughter of actors Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger is planning to follow in her parents' footsteps by enrolling in acting school, the teen has revealed.

Lawyer says The Jacksons have to keep using AEG
A lawyer for The Jacksons has defended the band's decision to continue working with the concert promoters behind brother Michael Jackson's ill-fated This Is It tour, insisting they have little choice in the matter.

Jay-Z's fashion firm sued over outstanding bill
Bosses at Jay Z's Rocawear clothing label are facing legal action over allegations they failed to settle an invoice amounting to nearly a half-million dollars.

Franco makes fun of Lohan sex rumors in new movie
Actor James Franco has confessed to sleeping with Lindsay Lohan in new movie This is the End -- something he denied just a few weeks ago.

AEG describes Michael Jackson as forceful businessman
The CEO of AEG Live LLC told jurors Wednesday that he knew Michael Jackson as a sophisticated, forceful businessman -- not the drugged-up performer who's been described throughout a civil trial.

Facebook follows Twitter and introduces hashtags
Facebook is introducing hashtags, the number signs used on Twitter, Instagram and other services to identify topics being discussed and allow users to search for them.

'Superman' costume made bathroom trips difficult
New Superman Henry Cavill had to drastically reduce his intake of liquids during the filming of Man of Steel, because his tight superhero costume made trips to the bathroom unbearable.

Explosive stunt causes fire on set of next 'Transformers' film
Emergency services were called to the set of the new Transformers movie on Tuesday night after a "controlled explosion" reportedly sparked a house fire.

A long awaited 'Final Fantasy' returns at E3
Square Enix revealed during Sony's presentation Monday at the Electronic Entertainment Expo that "Final Fantasy XV" would finally see the light of day.

Reggae star stabbing death inquest opens in UK
A British coroner has opened an inquest into the 2011 death of reggae star Smiley Culture, who was fatally stabbed in the heart during a police raid on his home.

ESPN to kill 3D broadcasts by end of year
ESPN says it will stop broadcasting in 3-D by the end of the year, dealing a major blow to a technology that was launched with great fanfare but has been limping along for years.

Rare Superman comic book sells for $175,000
A rare copy of the comic book featuring Superman's first appearance that went undiscovered for over 70 years in the insulation of a Minnesota house has sold for $175,000.

Soap opera actress Maxine Stuart dies at 94
Maxine Stuart, a longtime actress who had regular roles on the soap operas "The Young and the Restless" and "The Edge of Night," has died. She was 94.

06/11

Deborah Ann Woll Wants Kids With Boyfriend Before Disease Turns Him Blind
True Blood star Deborah Ann Woll is eager to start a family with her long-term boyfriend before he is completely robbed of his sight

Drake Bell: 'Amanda Bynes Is Fine And Healthy'
Actor Drake Bell has defended his pal Amanda Bynes amid growing concerns for her mental state

Sequel to 'The Purge' already in the works
A sequel to Ethan hawke's new thriller The Purge is in development after becoming a surprise hit at the box office -- reeling in $34 million last weekend alone.

'Terminator' actor Furlong jailed again after bail increase
The Terminator 2: Judgement Day star is facing prosecution for allegedly violating a restraining order obtained by his ex-girlfriend Monica Keena after he was arrested near her Hollywood home on May 16.

Oprah donates $12 Million to Washington, D.C. museum
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has donated $12 million to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.

Paris Jackson took pills, cut herself with knife, 911 call reveals
Audio released by authorities on Tuesday reveals that paramedics were dispatched to Paris Jackson's home last week on a report that the 15-year-old had taken 20 Motrin pills and cut herself with a kitchen knife.

Cameron Douglas bashes US justice system from jail
The son of actor Michael Douglas is speaking out from behind bars, calling for treatment -- instead of jail time -- for non-violent drug offenders such as himself.

Nintendo focuses on games at E3 with new 'Mario'
The Japanese gaming giant opted to showcase five games for its Wii U system at a brief Monday presentation at its booth instead of host a flashy presentation at the Electronic Entertainment Expo.

NBC's 'The Voice' limps to finish with subpar ratings
The network's most popular show had around 11 million viewers for both of its editions last week. Still, each was below the singing competition's season average.

Argentina soccer player expelled for attacking dog during game
An Argentine soccer player has been expelled from a minor league game for mistreating a dog that wandered onto the field, officials said Tuesday.

Executives admit that TV isn't everywhere yet
TV was supposed to be everywhere by now — watchable anytime, anywhere, on your smartphone or tablet. But four years into the industry's effort, network executives readily admit: TV isn't everywhere.

Sony unveils boxy next-gen PlayStation 4 console
Sony is giving gamers their first look at the PlayStation 4 — and it's a rectangular black box, just like all the previous PlayStations.

NBC's 'Community' reunited with creator Harmon
NBC's quirky sitcom "Community" is getting creator Dan Harmon back in charge for season five, after being replaced for the show's fourth season over a clash with a cast member.

Robert Redford urges Barack Obama to honour green pledge
Robert Redford is urging U.S. President Barack Obama to act swiftly

Brad Pitt had police come to handle over-zealous fan
Police were called to Brad Pitt's hotel in Sydney, Australia on Monday ...

Mumford & Sons Star Hospitalized With Blood Clot On The Brain
MUMFORD & SONS have cancelled all their shows this week

06/10

Justin Bieber Sued By Photographer
Teenage pop star JUSTIN BIEBER is facing legal action from a ...

Lil Kim Recovering After Car Accident
Rapper LIL KIM is recovering after she was involved in a car accident.

Judge scolds AEG CEO for long testimony in Jackson case
A judge is admonishing the top executive of AEG Live to answer questions from an attorney for Michael Jackson's mother without arguing with the lawyer.

Monaghan's creepy TV show picked up for second season
Wild Things With Dominic Monaghan, which debuted in Britain late last year and in the U.S. in January, was a hit and picked up a Critics Choice nomination for Best Reality Series.

Kelly Clarkson's panic over lost engagement ring
The former American Idol star was performing a set at the CMA Music Festival in Nashville, Tennessee when she suddenly realized she wasn't wearing her custom-made canary yellow diamond.

Ex-child star to play Oswald in JFK assassination film
Former child star Will Rothhaar has been cast as assassin Lee Harvey Oswald in a new TV movie about the death of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy.

Aaron Paul, Drake promote EA video games at E3
The rapper and the "Breaking Bad" co-star appeared on stage Monday at Electronic Arts' E3 presentation to promote games from the video game publisher.

Rapper 2 Chainz robbed at gunpoint in San Francisco
Platinum-selling rapper 2 Chainz was robbed at gunpoint in San Francisco, just hours before he was scheduled to perform at a concert, authorities said Monday.

Music service, mobile software expected from Apple
Apple is expected to reveal a digital radio service and changes to the software behind iPhones and iPads on Monday as the company opens its annual conference for software developers.

Erin Brockovich arrested while boating in Nevada
Environmental activist Erin Brockovich, portrayed by Julia Roberts in a 2000 movie about her fight over the pollution of a California town, has been arrested on suspicion of boating while intoxicated at Lake Mead near Las Vegas.

'The Purge' scares up $36.4 million at box office
The suspense thriller "The Purge" topped the weekend box office with a shocking $36.4 million, according to studio estimates.

Microsoft launching redesigned Xbox 360
Microsoft kicked off its Electronic Entertainment Expo presentation on Monday by unveiling a new Xbox 360 with a design inspired by its upcoming next-generation Xbox One console.

Rory Kinnear tipped as next Doctor Who
The British actor, who appeared in the 007 silms Quantum of Solace and Skyfall, has been named as the bookmakers' favorite to replace Matt Smith in the cult sci-fi TV show when he steps down after this year's Christmas special.

06/09

Johnny Depp Celebrates Birthday
Hollywood hunk JOHNNY DEPP celebrates his 50th birthday on Sunday (09Jun13).

Author Iain Banks Loses Battle With Cancer
Scottish author IAIN BANKS has lost his battle with gall bladder ...

Hollywood's Top Men Honoured At Spike Guys Awards
BEN AFFLECK, JEFF BRIDGES and VINCE VAUGHN were among the winners at ...

The Bridges Of Madison County Heading To Broadway
MERYL STREEP and CLINT EASTWOOD's hit film THE BRIDGES OF MADISON ...

Erin Brockovich Arrested In Las Vegas
ERIN BROCKOVICH, the woman played by JULIA ROBERTS in the ...

06/08

Rapper Tyga Launches Fruit-Flavoured Water Drink
Rapper TYGA is encouraging fans to stay hydrated this summer (13) by ...

Elton John Targeted By Russian Anti-Gay Campaigners
SIR ELTON JOHN has been targeted by anti-gay campaigners in Russia who ...

50 Cent Nearly Died As A Teen Due To His Poor Choice Of Cars
50 CENT has never had much luck with cars - the rapper, who famously ...

Eddie Izzard Urges U.K. Prime Minster To Take Action Against Global Hunger
Funnyman EDDIE IZZARD is urging British Prime Minister DAVID CAMERON ...

Kings Of Leon Scrap New York Festival Performance Over Extreme Weather
KINGS OF LEON were forced to abandon their headlining set at a ...

Eva Longoria Feted For Political Activism
Actress EVA LONGORIA has been feted for her work as a political ...

06/07

Kevin Bacon Refused 'Lousy' Role In Footloose Remake
Actor Kevin Bacon rejected an opportunity to make a cameo in the 2011 remake

Actress Gloria O'Connor dead at 84
Actress Gloria O'Connor -- who starred in a series of films for MGM during the 1950s -- has died at her home in Thousand Oaks, California at the age of 84.

Angelina Jolie directing 'Unbroken' to inspire sons
Actress Angelina Jolie decided to step behind the camera once again to direct a biopic of Olympian-turned-World War II prisoner Louis Zamperini to inspire her three sons.

AEG boss ignored urges to get mental help for Jackson
The president of AEG Live never considered calling in a psychiatrist to help Michael Jackson mentally prepare for his ill-fated This Is It shows despite suggestions from two tour executives, a court has heard.

'Stylist To The Stars' Annabel Tollman dies at 36
Celebrity stylist Annabel Tollman, known for dressing stars like Scarlett Johansson, Liv Tyler and Shakira, has died at the young age of 36.

Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler weds TV star Cavallari
Reality TV star Kristin Cavallari is a married woman after exchanging vows with American football star Jay Cutler.

Judge orders inquiry into Paris Jackson's well-being
A judge overseeing the guardianship of Michael Jackson's children has ordered an inquiry into Paris Jackson's well-being after the 15-year-old was hospitalized earlier this week.

Cash stolen from father of Usain Bolt in Jamaica
Thieves broke into the pickup truck of 57-year-old Wellesley Bolt and stole more than $4,000 in cash while he was shopping in Falmouth on Jamaica's north coast.

Penn. Supreme Court rejects appeal Penn State case
Pennsylvania's highest court is turning down a pair of appeals by two of the three former Penn State administrators facing criminal charges for an alleged cover-up of child abuse complaints against Jerry Sandusky.

Vegas police clear Jose Canseco in sex assault case
Police in Las Vegas have cleared former baseball slugger Jose Canseco after an investigation of a woman's rape claim.

Psychiatrist allowed filming of 'Cuckoo's Nest'
The psychiatrist who opened the doors of the Oregon State Hospital to the filming of the 1975 Academy Award-winning move "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," has died.

'Man of Steel' will retain tornado scene, director says
"Man of Steel" director Zack Snyder has said there was never any discussion about altering a pivotal scene in the film -- which involves a tornado -- following the recent deadly storms in Oklahoma.

TiVo settles with Cisco, Motorola and Time Warner
Tivo will get an upfront lump-sum payment of $490 million from Google and Cisco, and will also enter into patent licensing deals with Cisco, Google and Arris Group Inc.

Jennifer Lopez brings 'The Fosters' to ABC Family
The new ABC Family drama pairs mainstream stars Jennifer Lopez and Peter Paige, and brings to television a rare depiction of a lesbian couple as heads of a household.

Valens' sister coming to Minn. Eddie Cochran fest
The sister of "La Bamba" singer Ritchie Valens will help a southern Minnesota town celebrate its own pioneering rock 'n' roll star this weekend.

Scorsese, DeNiro honor Mel Brooks at AFI tribute
Robert DeNiro and Morgan Freeman never worked with Mel Brooks, and the Oscar winners came to a ceremony in his honor to let him know they resent it.

CEO testifies about emails on Jackson condition
The head of the company promoting Michael Jackson's ill-fated comeback concerts says he didn't bring in a mental health professional for the singer despite two high-level workers on the tour suggesting it was necessary.

06/06

J.J. Abrams picks up final script of 'Twilight Zone' creator
"Star Trek" mastermind J.J. Abrams is set to tackle another piece of sci-fi history after securing the rights to "The Twilight Zone" creator Rod Serling's final screenplay.

Prince Jackson cancels TV appearance after sister's ordeal
Michael Jackson's son Prince Michael has pulled out of a scheduled appearance on a German TV show after his sister Paris was hospitalized on Wednesday following an apparent suicide attempt.

British director hid tax fraud with fake invoices
A British director swindled $2.3 million in tax refunds by hiding behind invoices falsely suggesting he had paid stars including David Carradine and Daryl Hannah a fortune to appear in his movie "Eldorado."

John Legend's proposal almost ruined by airport search
John Legend's surprise proposal to Chrissy Teigen almost went awry when an airport official in Sri Lanka searched the bag which contained the ring while the model was stood next to him.

Russell Brand announces 'Messiah Complex' tour
The British comedian announced Thursday he's launching a world comedy tour focusing on Che Guevara, Gandhi, Malcolm X and Jesus Christ -- to show "importance of heroes in this age of atheistic disposability."

'Coronation Street' actor faces new sex charges
A longtime star of British soap opera "Coronation Street" has been charged with five counts of indecent assault on young girls dating back to 1965.

Sutherland to play Snake in 'Metal Gear Solid'
"Metal Gear Solid" creator Hideo Kojima says the "24" star will play protagonist Snake in the next installment of the stealth video game series.

James Franco recreates 'Psycho' for London show
Actor-turned-artist James Franco has donned a blonde wig and a dress to pose as Janet Leigh in the classic thriller Psycho for an upcoming exhibition in London.

Ricky Gervais says 'I am not hosting the Oscars'
British comedian Ricky Gervais is adamant he has not been approached to host the next Oscars ceremony and would "almost certainly say no" if he was offered the job.

Jefferson Airplane drummer Joey Covington dies
A California coroner's report said the 67-year-old drummer for Jefferson Airplane died after his car hit a retaining wall Tuesday, largely because he was not wearing a seatbelt.

Swimming champion, movie star Esther Williams dies
Williams became one of Hollywood's biggest moneymakers in the 1940s and '50s, appearing in spectacular swimsuit numbers that capitalized on her wholesome beauty and perfect figure.

Man stabs himself outside NBC's 'Today' show studio
Police said an emotionally disturbed man is in custody on Thursday after he tried to slit his wrists outside of NBC's "Today" show studio in New York City.

06/05

Powerball winner was allowed to cut ahead in line
The 84-year-old woman who is now the biggest single lottery winner in U.S. history says she bought her ticket after another customer let her move ahead in the line at a supermarket in her home town of Zephyrhills, Fla.

Pamela Anderson bikini TV commercial banned in Britain
The TV commercial shows a man in a business meeting fantasizing about his boss, played by the former Baywatch actress, covering herself and her brunette assistant in cream.

Actress Glenn Close regrets 'Fatal Attraction' role
Actress Glenn Close regrets her portrayal of a knife-wielding stalker in Fatal Attraction, as she is convinced her most famous film role contributed to the stigmatization of mental health issues.

Robbery had lasting impact for singer Leann Rimes
Country singer Leann Rimes has opened up about the trauma she suffered when she was caught up in an armed robbery as a child.

British actor Fry attempted suicide last year
British actor Stephen Fry attempted suicide last year by swallowing a "huge number of pills" and washing it down with alcohol, the actor has revealed.

TV actress reveals decades-long battle with depression
Two and a Half Men actress Holland Taylor has opened up about her battle with depression in a revealing new magazine interview.

Pregnant Jennifer Love Hewitt buys home with new fiance
Pregnant bride-to-be Jennifer Love Hewitt will prepare for motherhood in the comfort of a new home after purchasing a $3.25 million pad in the exclusive Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Paris jackson hospitalized after apparent suicide attempt
The 15-year-old daughter of Michael Jackson is physically fine after being taken to a hospital early Wednesday, an attorney for Jackson's mother said.

CBS names CFO as new chief operating officer
Joseph Ianniello, who has served as chief financial officer of CBS Corp. since 2009, was named chief operating officer Wednesday with continuing responsibility for overseeing the media company's financial operations.

Winner of $590M Powerball jackpot finally identified
The winner of the biggest Powerball jackpot in U.S. history has been identified as an 84-year-old woman from Zephyrhills, Fla.

Czech court clears US musician for fan's death
An appeals court has upheld the acquittal of the frontman of a U.S. heavy metal band accused of causing a teenage fan's death at a concert in the Czech Republic.

'Hangover' still rules at British box office
British cinema-goers proved they haven't recovered from "The Hangover" franchise just yet as the comedy's third installment knocked "Fast & Furious 6" from the top of the U.K. box office chart.

Michael Jackson lawsuit is extortion attempt, company says
The company being sued by the family of Michael Jackson said Wednesday that the lawsuit is an attempt to cash-in on the pop singer's untimely demise.

Porn actor headed to jail for exposing co-workers to syphilis
The veteran porn actor known as Mr. Marcus has been sentenced in Los Angeles to 30 days in jail for knowingly exposing co-stars to syphilis.

Kate Winslet expecting a baby with new husband
A representative for the 37-year-old Oscar winner confirms that actress Winslet and husband Ned Rocknroll are expecting their first child.

Jailed US filmmaker reported freed in Venezuela
The sister of a U.S. filmmaker jailed on espionage charges in Venezuela says he has been released and is on his way back to the United States.

TV news crew attacked by mother, dogs during story
A television news crew was attacked in Rhode Island while reporting on a shooting at a kindergarten graduation party, station officials said.

06/04

Michael Douglas revisits oral sex remarks
Hollywood veteran Michael Douglas has reiterated that he has no idea what specifically caused his throat cancer after hinting to Britain's The Guardian newspaper that performing oral sex was to blame.

Judge enters Kardashian-Humphries divorce judgment
Court records show that the divorce judgment for basketball star Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian was formally entered by a Los Angeles judge on Monday.

Movies with corporate America in starring roles
Over the years, corporate America has appeared in numerous movies. In some cases, movies are based on real-life events — sometimes without the featured company's cooperation.

Chicago Blues musician Piano C. Red dies
A Chicago blues piano player who performed with the likes of Muddy Waters, B.B King, Fats Domino and Buddy Guy before he was paralyzed by a gunshot during a 2006 robbery has died.

Ohio St. prez retiring in wake of remarks about Notre Dame
The president of Ohio State University has announced that he will retire this summer -- in the wake of his latest controversy, in which he criticized Notre Dame, Roman Catholics and college football's Southeastern Conference.

Now at Little League museum: rare Babe Ruth jersey
Little League Baseball's museum is now home to a jersey worn by Babe Ruth, considered one of the most expensive sports memorabilia items in the world.

Bad behavior on reality TV is tested path to fame
Head butting, table flipping, hair pulling and other behavior generally considered impolite in the real world, have become a tested strategy for attaining reality TV fame in recent years.

Deacon Jones of famed 'Fearsome Foursome' dead at 74
The NFL Hall of Fame defensive end credited with terming the word "sack" -- for how he knocked down quarterbacks -- has died at the age of 74.

Scott Weiland sues over Stone Temple Pilots ouster
Scott Weiland is countersuing his former band mates in Stone Temple Pilots, claiming they had no right to expel him from the group.

'Internship' film focuses on Google's good side
The new comedy depicts Google as corporate America's equivalent of the Emerald City from "The Wizard of Oz" — a colorful place where all the food is free, interesting people and gadgets loom around every corner.

UK reports: 'X Factor"s Tulisa held on drug claim
British media say singer and former U.K. "X Factor" judge Tulisa Contostavlos has been arrested over allegations of supplying hard drugs.

Studio ready to search landfill for buried 'Atari' games
A city commission has agreed to allow a Canadian studio to search an old New Mexico landfill where old, terrible Atari games are rumored to be buried.

06/03

'The Sopranos' is named best written US TV show
Gangster hit The Sopranos has been named by officials at the Writers Guild of America as the best written TV series in American history.

Michael Douglas fights for change after son's case
Actor Michael Douglas has vowed to fight for a complete overhaul of America's legal system after lawmakers upheld his son's lengthy prison sentence on drug charges.

Homeless man pleads guilty to threatening Prince Harry
A homeless man is facing up to 10 years behind bars after pleading guilty to making threats against the life of British royal Prince Harry.

'Lord Of The Rings' movie swords stolen
A woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing two swords featured in the Lord of the Rings movie franchise from a New York storage facility.

Jackson doc's interactions with AEG Live detailed
An AEG Live LLC executive who negotiated with Michael Jackson's doctor says he never considered doing a background check on the singer's physician.

Review: QOTSA goes for the jugular on sixth album
Opening to the sound of breaking glass and riddled with lascivious intent throughout, Queens of the Stone Age's new album ". Like Clockwork" is the soundtrack to the B movie of your dreams.

Pitt says Muse provides perfect soundtrack to zombie film
Actor Brad Pitt says that while making the zombie flick, out on June 21, he wanted the film's soundtrack to have songs reminiscent of those made for "The Exorcist."

Day ticket at Disneyland now more than $90
When you wish upon a star, be sure to bring your wallet. Disneyland has taken another step toward becoming the priciest place on earth.

Brad Pitt Fights Tears At Movie Premiere
BRAD PITT fought back tears during the London premiere of his new ...

$150 million reboot for Hollywood Temple to Stars
Los Angeles' oldest synagogue -- an imposing marble edifice on the edge of downtown -- is getting a $150 million reboot, just in time for summer release.

'Fast 6' hangs onto first place at box office
With its supercharged muscle cars, "Fast & Furious 6" raced to first place at the box office for the second consecutive weekend.

Actress Pia Zadora arrested on domestic battery
Singer-actress Pia Zadora has been arrested on suspicion of domestic battery and coercion after a disturbance at her Las Vegas home.

UK judge: Anti-fur protest irked Lady Gaga fans
A British judge has limited protests outside a London department store after management complained that Lady Gaga fans were disturbed by anti-fur campaigners during an appearance last year.

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