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Britney Spears to Pose for Playboy

2007-08-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears to Pose for Playboy

Britney Spears goes topless

Singer wants to appear in naked shoot

She's already performed impromptu strips on photoshoots, so it should come as no surprise that Britney Spears wants to pose for Playboy.

The singer, 25, is said to be desperate to appear in the magazine, reports the News of the World.

Brit was offered $1m to appear naked in Playboy in 2004, but turned it down to keep with her wholesome image.

It seems she's now had a change of heart.

Lindsay Lohan Stripped For Maxim Magazine

2007-08-16T04:03:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan Stripped For Maxim Magazine

Lindsay Lohan has stripped off for the new issue of Maxim magazine. The actress is pictured in a sexy dress and even shows off one of her tats in the new shoot, which features in the current issue.

Inside, Lohan was asked if she thought she was sexy.

"Um, IÕm starting to blush. I donÕt know how to answer that. Every girl wants to feel sexy, and I like to think of myself as sexy. ItÕs a matter of confidence and how you hold yourself. EveryoneÕs sexy in her own way." She said. The issue is out now.

Britney Spears Caught on Film

2007-08-14T02:08:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Caught on Film

Britney Spears
Britney Spears
Smile, Britney Spears - you're on camera.

Paparazzi swarmed the 25-year-old singer August 6, as she scraped a silver Mercedez-Benz while attempting to park her black convertible in Studio City, California.

After assessing the damage to her own car, Spears left to shop - leaving no note for the other driver. That driver, it turns out, is Kim Robard-Rifkin, a 59-year-old registered nurse who filed a police report on August 9.

Jessica Alba Has Herpes

2007-08-11T09:49:00.000-07:00

Jessica Alba Has Herpes

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It's the news that will crush the dreams of thousands of sweaty-palmed geeks. Sweaty -palmed geeks who never stood a chance of even breathing the same air as her anyway, but what the hell. Lithe young actress Jessica Alba has, claims one of the LA gossip blogs, a rather nasty little STD.

LA Rag Mag is claiming the nubile 26-year-old star of the 'Fantastic Four' films caught the embarrassing itch that is herpes from New York Yankees baseball star Derek Jeter, a noted serial dater of celebrity skin.

Among Jeter's other conquests are Mariah Carey, assorted US TV presenting dollies and Jessica Biel; so as well as having to consider Mimi's manky mimsy, you might want to wonder whether Justin Timberlake, for all his SexyBack, is now afflicted with a scabby cock.

Paris Hilton Goes to Jail New Porn Movie

2007-08-10T07:05:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Goes to Jail New Porn Movie

The Simple Life stars Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie's stints in jail have inspired a new porn movie.

Hilton served 23 days in jail for driving while suspended, and Richie has recently been sentenced to four days in prison after pleading guilty to driving under the influence.

The movie titled Paris and Nicole Go to Jail features porn stars Sindee Jennings and Aubrey Addams in the leading roles.

Anna Nicole Smith Tit-Job Tape Banned Forever

2007-08-10T01:13:00.000-07:00

Anna Nicole Smith Tit-Job Tape Banned Forever

Anna Nicole Smith Breast Video Tape Surgery Howard K Stern bannedNow that Anna Nicole Smith has gone and died, we're forced to snatch whatever memories we have left of her whenever we can - like 17-year-old secretly-recorded tapes of Anna Nicole have surgery on her knockers.

As the clown-faced soft-porn drug-addict of our hearts, it's perfectly natural that we should want to see this video of a surgeon pulling apart Anna Nicole Smith's flesh and making her tits bigger, but sadly a judge has decided to ban distribution of the Anna Nicole Smith jug-job tape. Why? Because our old friend Howard K Stern doesn't think it's a very tasteful way to commemorate the life of Anna Nicole Smith, that's why. Which is fair enough, we suppose - we'll have to make do with a) that video of Anna Nicole Smith chewing on a lesbian's nipple in the bath and b) those stories about how everyone was fighting over Anna Nicole Smith's dead body for so long that her cadaver went rotten instead. It's what she would have wanted.

Nude Paris Hilton in Playboy Party

2007-08-08T03:41:00.000-07:00

Nude Paris Hilton in Playboy Party

PARIS HILTON ditches her Bible and heads for a Playboy party wearing only her undies.

The hotel heiress claimed to have changed her wild ways when facing jail earlier this year.

She started dressing demurely and made sure she was seen carrying her Bible and self-help books.

But our picture shows Paris, 26, is now right back in the party groove, dressing in stockings and suspenders for a weekend bash at HUGH HEFNER's Playboy Mansion.

The Simple Life star, who served 23 days in jail for driving offences, was joined by little sister NICKY.

Blonde Paris initially covered up with a silver leopard-print coat, but gave revellers a proper look at her fantastic figure and skimpy outfit.

One onlooker at the Los Angeles bash said: "It looks like she's thrown her Bible away."

Paris Hilton Nude Playboy Party

2007-08-08T02:25:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Nude Playboy Party

Britney Spears Idol manager

2007-08-08T01:40:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Idol manager

Britney Spears has hired Kelly Clarkson's former manager, Jeff Kwatinetz.

Britney sacked her manager, Larry Rudolph, in April - just six months after rehiring him - while the 'American Idol' winner fired Kwatinetz in June.

Britney is hoping Kwatinetz, who is CEO of The Firm - one of Hollywood's most powerful talent agencies - can help her rebuild her image and launch her comeback.

Mirthala Salinas Sex Scandal With LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa

2007-08-07T07:04:00.000-07:00

Mirthala Salinas Sex Scandal With LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa

Los Angeles television newscaster Mirthala Salinas works for Telemundo and while she was covering LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa she was sleeping with themarried mayor. For that - she doesn't get fired but she will get suspended without pay for two months. Many are asking - is that enough? She was the actual newscaster that announced the news of his separation from his wife of 20 years on local Telemundo station KVEA, Channel 52, while they were involved.

Telemundo's Mirthala Salinas Keeps Job Despite Sex Scandal With LA Mayor

According to Fox News, Salinas was suspended after a three-week internal investigation reviewed by executives at Telemundo and parent company NBC Universal. Three Telemundo employees also were disciplined. Findings were reported on the network's national newscast and announced by executives.

Busty Pamela Anderson into making Sex Tape

2007-08-07T02:16:00.000-07:00

Busty Pamela Anderson into making Sex Tape

Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson has joked she was tricked by ex-husband Tommy Lee into making their infamous sex tape.

The former Baywatch actress made an explicit video with the Motley Crue drummer while they were married and after being stolen from the couple it became one of the most watched sex tapes in history.

However, Pamela - who has two children, 11-year-old Brandon and nine-year-old Dylan, with Tommy - claims she was unaware she was being filmed.

Speaking on Tom Green's internet talk show, the busty blonde was giving advice to a caller who wanted to know how to break into the adult film industry.

Pammie jested: "Just marry a rock star. Date a rock star and when they say there's no film in the camera, there really is!"

Old Issues of Playboy Available on DVD

2007-08-07T01:18:00.000-07:00

Old Issues of Playboy Available on DVD

An issue of Rolling Stone from November 1967 with John Lennon on the cover and a Playboy cover from July 1958.

Starting next month, people who enjoy fine writing Ñ oh, and nude photography Ñ will be able to order a boxed collection of some of Hugh M. HefnerÕs very favorite issues of Playboy, all to appreciate from the comfort of their own mansion.

Both issues will be available in DVD sets.

Bondi Digital Publishing of New York, a three-year-old company that publishes magazine archives in digital editions, will be putting out a DVD-ROM set with page-by-page reproductions of all 72 issues of Playboy published in the 1950s. In addition to the magazineÕs first issue (of December 1953, with Marilyn Monroe on the cover

Britney Spears to perform secret London show

2007-08-07T00:23:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears to perform secret London show

Britney Spears is hoping to distance herself from recent damaging reports in the press of her mental state with a short break to London.

The pop star, who has been attempting to revive her career in recent months, but instead seems to have further worsened her public image with a disastrous interview and photo-shoot with OK! magazine, her reportedly tearful breakdown while filming a new music video and a run in last week with the paparazzi which looks set to end in court action.

Elizabeth Perkins Nude in Allure Magazine

2007-08-06T10:44:00.000-07:00

Actress Elizabeth Perkins Nude in Allure Magazine

Actress Elizabeth Perkins, who appeared nude in Allure in May 2006, said the magazine used her because ÒThey wanted to show that a woman my age can still look like this.Ó The forty-six years old actress said she has had no plastic surgery.

Perkins was the adult love interest to the twelve year old in an adultÕs body in the movie Big. According to online sources this has been her biggest success on the big screen so far. Perkins was the psychiatrist in The Ring Two. She is currently starring on the hit Showtime series Weeds as Celia Hodes. She has received two Golden Globe nominations for her role on the series.

Kate Moss Sex Tape Scandal

2007-08-04T09:35:00.000-07:00

Kate Moss Sex Tape Scandal

Rumour has it Kate Moss is worried about the possibility of a sex tape scandal.

"There are still some bits and pieces floating about of Pete (Doherty) with Kate," a source was quoted as saying in the UK's Sun.

The source continued: "It was fine when they were together. Kate thought it was romantic all a bit John Lennon and Yoko Ono. But Kate could then obviously decide with Pete what was going to be made public. Now, with the remaining two tapes, she has no say.

Pete could do what he wants with them. And we all know what Pete can do when he's desperate for a bob or two."

Katie Holmes Tom Cruise Pose Nude

2007-08-04T07:30:00.000-07:00

Katie Holmes Tom Cruise Pose Nude

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are planning a sexy photo shoot for W magazine similar to Posh and David BeckhamÕs photo spread according to New Weekly. When you are done barfing, please continue readingÉ

The source says that Cruise and Holmes want to show a sexier side of themselves, one other than their ÒwholesomeÓ image.

"They have already started planning some of the photos. One suggestion they were keen on was a shot of them posing together in the shower, dripping wet and covered by nothing but steam. Tom and Katie really have amazing chemistry. They want to show the world how much." says this source.

Tom Cruise Katie Holmes Pose Nude

2007-08-04T06:19:00.000-07:00

Tom Cruise Katie Holmes Pose Nude

Playboy Bunny Hunt at the Palms Las Vegas

2007-08-04T04:22:00.000-07:00

Playboy Bunny Hunt at the Palms Las Vegas

ItÕs time for the annual Bunny Hunt! The Playboy Club at the Palms is looking for some new waskily wabbits, and Denise Pernula was there to check out the action at the Palms Pool.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from UNLV and a wealth of TV and film credits, Pernula brings a wealth of experience to the RawVegas.tv team. Wealth. She has worked as a news correspondent for a local ABC affiliate station. She's also appeared on CSI Vegas and in movies like "Play it to the Bone," "Bachelor Party Vegas," and the recent hit, "Rocky Balboa."

Britney Spears Wants to kill photographers

2007-08-04T02:47:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Wants to kill photographers

Troubled pop star Britney Spears threw a baby bottle and threatened to kill two photographers after they took pictures of her leaving a Las Vegas spa, it has been alleged.

The singer has been accused of threatening to kill Andrew Deetz, who has now instructed his lawyers to sue the star for compensation.

In a lawsuit filed in Las Vegas, Deetz claims he and his colleague Kyle Henderson were attacked by Spears' bodyguard Julio "JC" Camera as they attempted to take photos of the singer and her children, Sean Preston and Jayden James, on Thursday.

Oakland Journalist Chauncey Bailey gunned down

2007-08-03T08:25:00.000-07:00

Oakland Journalist Chauncey Bailey gunned down

Longtime Oakland, Calif. journalist Chauncey Bailey was gunned down in broad daylight on a Bay Area sidewalk, police said Thursday.

The shooting happened near the corner of 14th and Alice streets near Lake Merritt on Thursday morning. Bailey was shot once in the back of the head by a masked gunman wearing all black clothing, who then fled on foot, Oakland Fire Department Capt. Melinda Drayton said.

A witness described to KPIX-TV hearing the loud boom of a single shot. Police say the weapon might have been either a shotgun or a high-powered rifle.

Journalist Chauncey Bailey was gunned down

2007-08-03T06:18:00.000-07:00

Journalist Chauncey Bailey was gunned down

Chauncey Bailey Oakland Post editor gunned down

2007-08-03T05:13:00.000-07:00

Chauncey Bailey Oakland Post editor gunned down

Friends expressed shock at news that Oakland Post Editor Chauncey Bailey was gunned down this morning in downtown Oakland.

Witnesses told police a masked gunman shot a man, then fled on foot to a waiting van and drove off. Police have not released a name but sources said that Bailey, 57, was the apparent victim.

The shooting happened about 7:25 a.m. in the 1400 block of Alice Street.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police said they have no motive for the killing, except that it appeared to be a deliberate attack, and no suspects have been arrested.

Chauncey Bailey Oakland Post editor gunned down

2007-08-03T04:21:00.000-07:00

Chauncey Bailey Oakland Post editor gunned down

Video of Minnesota Bridge Collapse

2007-08-03T01:26:00.000-07:00

Video of Minnesota Bridge Collapse

A security camera caught the dramatic collapse of the I-35W Bridge into the Mississippi River during rush hour traffic yesterday in Minnesota. A majority of the freeway bridge has fallen into the river below, and there are fears that additional sections may fall.

The bridge collapsed at approximately 6:05pm Wednesday evening, a time when many commuters were on their way home from work.

It is believed that the collapse was due at least in part to some structural issues. Terrorism hasn't been ruled out and is being looked into, but condition of the bridge and other issues are more likely

Jessica Alba Sex Scenes

2007-08-02T07:10:00.000-07:00

Jessica Alba Sex Scenes

Jessica Alba says she is not interested in revealing all in films and is more keen on doing ÔinnocentÕ roles.

Jessica AlbaÕs male fans might be upset, for the actress is not interested in steaming the lens with her bare all shots or sex scenes.

The 26-year-old insisted that she was more fascinated by ÔinnocentÕ roles. ÒIÕm attracted to roles that are more innocent,Ó a website quoted Alba, as saying. ÒI havenÕt done a sex scene and IÕve never done nudity,Ó she said.

Catherine Zeta-Jones Nude Scenes

2007-08-02T05:44:00.000-07:00

Catherine Zeta-Jones Nude Scenes

- Welsh actress says 'nudity just isn't a big deal'

Catherine Zeta-Jones wants to appear naked in a film.

The Hollywood beauty insists she has no problem stripping off on screen, and is just waiting for the right role to come along.

Catherine, 37, said: "Nudity just isn't a big deal for me. The reason I haven't done it so far is because I've never had a script that justices it come my way."

The Welsh actress - who plays a chef in new movie No Reservations - also admits she is surprised when people describe her as a sex symbol.

Nip Slip Lindsay Lohan Sued Over Car Crash

2007-08-02T03:19:00.000-07:00

Nip Slip Lindsay Lohan Sued Over Car Crash

Lindsay Lohan's troubles continue - a woman is suing her, claiming the actress and her bodyguard hit her car.

Signe Dupuy alleges Lohan and minder Jaz ran into her in Los Angeles in April 2006.

She claims Lohan glared at her, Jaz was hostile and the pair gave her false names before driving off.

Dupuy is taking Lohan to the small claims court - after several failed attempts to contact Lohan

Britney Spears Cell Phone Photos

2007-08-02T01:46:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Cell Phone Photos

There have been reports that Britney Spears assistant Shannon Funk is set to detail the bad habits of Britney Spears in a tell all magazine interview, though she denies this. Funk was with Britney for just under a month and many believe that she could seriously damage the fallen pop princess with some damaging tales and a new report claims some cell phone photos.

Britney Spears Assistant Has Cell Phone Photos, Sides With K-Fed
Britney Spears Assistant Has Cell Phone Photos, Sides With K-Fed

But those tales and pictures may end up as testimony as a report from Star Magazine claims that she has sided with Kevin Federline and may back him in court. Source tell Star that Kevin is seriously unhappy with the final agreement, which dictates a 50-50 custody division of time with their sons, Sean Preston, 22 months, and Jayden James,10 months.

People give 237 reasons for having Sex

2007-08-02T00:47:00.000-07:00

People give 237 reasons for having Sex

From piety to pity, love to lust, researchers find wide range of motivations

If you think people have sex for pleasure and for procreation, you're right. They also have sex to get rid of a headache, to celebrate a special occasion, to get a promotion and to feel closer to God.

New research published in the August issue of Archives of Sexual Behavior has come up with a list of 237 reasons that motivate people to have sex.

Most of the students gave the usual reasons for having sex: "I was attracted to the person," "It feels good" and, "I wanted to show my affection" were high on the lists of both men and women. Lesser priorities on both lists were reasons such as, "Someone offered me money to do it," "I felt sorry for the person," "I wanted to punish myself" and, "Because of a bet."

Paris Hilton Smoking Weed Marijuana Accusations

2007-08-01T10:17:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Smoking Weed Marijuana Accusations

Paris Hilton has slammed reports she was smoking marijuana at a Hollywood nightclub with her Cisco Adler on Wednesday morning.

Us Weekly magazine reported partygoers claimed Hilton and Whitestarr frontman Adler were spotted smoking weed and kissing at Guy's Nightclub.

However, Hilton's representative Michael Sitrick says, "Paris absolutely did not smoke pot Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, as I understand was reported. That report is false."

When asked about her relationship to Adler, Sitrick adds, "She was with Cisco Tuesday night/Wednesday morning."

Paris Hilton Marijuana Accusations

2007-08-01T09:23:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Marijuana Accusations

Corey Clark American Idol reject arrested

2007-08-01T06:32:00.000-07:00

Corey Clark American Idol reject arrested

Corey Clark arrested

He used to be on "American Idol" but now Corey Clark is a long way from that. The 2003 finalist was arrested Monday in Arkansas for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. It is unclear whether the articles were found on him or in his vehicle. If that wasnÕt enough for the singer, after running his name through the Arkansas Crime Information Center database they found he already had an outstanding warrant from the state of Arizona for trespassing, violating a restraining order and felony charges for aggravated harassment in addition to failure to comply with court orders.

ClarkÕs Arizona charges stem from an arrest in July of 2006 after his estranged wife filed a restraining order against him. He was arrested for trespassing on his father-in-lawÕs property where his ex-wife was staying.

Playboy Girls Next Door Nude Mansion

2007-08-01T02:31:00.000-07:00

Playboy Girls Next Door Nude Mansion

hugh hefnerHugh Hefner, founder of Playboy magazine and star of the reality show The Girls Next Door, is planning to open a Playboy Mansion in the flourishing gambling mecca of Macao.

According to Hefner's daughter Christie Hefner, who is the head of Playboy Enterprises Inc., the 40,000 square foot Playboy Mansion Macao is scheduled to open in late 2009 and will be complete with female ÒbunnyÓ dealers, a villa-style hotel and numerous gaming tables.

After previous failed attempts to build a club in Shanghai several years ago, the Girls Next Door star will finally be able to venture in the thriving region.

Playboy Magazine Girls Next Door

2007-08-01T01:40:00.000-07:00

Playboy Magazine Girls Next Door

Angelina Jolie Nude Full Frontal Photos

2007-07-31T08:19:00.000-07:00

Angelina Jolie Nude Full Frontal Photos

Angelina Jolie goes full frontal in "Beowulf" and thanks to a whole bunch of enhancement the star looks voluptuous once again. The Tomb Raider actress plays a seductive water demon in the big-screen adaptation of epic Old English poem Beowulf. Jolie will appear in the animated movie wearing just a long braid, covered in gold paint and with hooves instead of feet.

Paris Hilton slams marijuana-smoking

2007-07-31T07:29:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton slams marijuana-smoking

Hotel heiress Paris Hilton has dismissed reports that she was smoking marijuana at a Hollywood nightclub recently.

According to the reports, Hilton was spotted smoking the illegal weed with close pal Kimberly StewartÕs ex-fiance Cisco Adler at a nightclub on July 25.

It was also claimed that the hotel heiress kissed the Whitestarr frontman.

Britney Spears Scandal Video Breakdown

2007-07-31T06:10:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Scandal Video Breakdown

Shooting on Britney Spears' new music video was stopped after the singer reportedly "sobbed hysterically" during a pole dance routine.

The troubled star, who was filming the promo for new single 'Give Me More', apparently looked "dead-eyed" and "disorientated" and became paranoid during her raunchy pole dance last Wednesday (25.07.07).

A source said: "Britney was rude, and she chain-smoked and drank an enormous amount of Red Bull throughout the shoot.

"She had a problem with the extras watching her pole dance, suddenly she was in floods of tears. It was sad to witness."

Britney Spears Pole Dancing Scandal

2007-07-31T02:37:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Pole Dancing Nude Photo

Here it is! The photo of Britney Spears as she was in the midst of her breakdown just after she screwed up a great opportunity with OK! Magazine.

Wearing little more than fishnet stockings and a minuscule black leather vest, Spears flaunted her bod to her new track "Get Back."

But although she had shed her clothes, the 25-year-old mother of two could not shake her troubles.

Spears appeared "disoriented" and "erratic" after one of many toilet breaks, sources said.

Natalie Gulbis GOLF glamour girl

2007-07-30T11:20:00.000-07:00

Natalie Gulbis GOLF glamour girl

GOLF glamour girl, American Natalie Gulbis, has claimed her first title, ending comparisons with non-winning tennis starlet Anna Kournikova.

Gulbis beat South Korea's Jang Jeong on the first hole of a sudden-death play-off at the Evian Masters LPGA Tour event.

Often dubbed the Kournikova of women's golf, the 24-year-old was developing the same reputation as the Russian tennis player as a golfer with model looks but without a victory to her name.

But the Californian blonde came good with a final round of two-under-par 70 for a four-under 284 total followed by a great birdie at the first extra hole, the par-five 18th.

Sekiko Sakai garrison Sexual harassment allegations

2007-07-29T15:59:00.000-07:00

Sekiko Sakai garrison Sexual harassment allegations

NEW YORK: Mayor Michael Bloomberg speaks his mind and that is a big part of his appeal in anything-goes New York.

But new details from a sexual harassment lawsuit he settled in 2000 and other racy comments over the years show how his blunt style could prove a liability if he runs for president as an independent.

Before his election as mayor in 2001, Bloomberg was the target of a sexual harassment lawsuit by a female executive who accused him of making repeated raunchy sexual comments while he was chief executive of his financial company, Bloomberg LP.

Britney Spears 16-Year-Old Sister Jamie Lynn Spears Pregnant

2007-07-28T20:30:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears 16-Year-Old Sister Jamie Lynn Spears Pregnant

After taking notes on Britney Spears' how-to-f***-up-your-life lessons, it's rumored 16-year-old Jamie Lynn Spears is preggers. (AP Images)

According to a report in The Post Chronicle, the National Enquirer is reportedly alleging that Jamie Lynn Spears is pregnant, the rumor coming just weeks after the younger Spears moved in with her 19-year-old boyfriend.

Nude Lindsay Lohan 911 tape is released

2007-07-27T22:58:00.000-07:00

Nude Lindsay Lohan 911 tape is released

US authorities have released a recording of the 911 call which led to actress Lindsay Lohan's arrest earlier this week.

The 21-year-old was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence and possession of cocaine.

According to People magazine, the tape of the call was released by Santa Monica City Attorney's office.

The person who made the call is reportedly Michelle Peck, the mother of one of Lohan's assistants, Tarin Graham.

Nicole Richie in Jail

2007-07-27T21:26:00.000-07:00

Nicole Richie in Jail

For Nicole Richie, four days in jail will be an intermission in her glamorous lifestyle: No miniskirts, no stiletto heels and no time off for good behavior. House arrest is not an option.

For her wrong-way freeway trek in a Mercedes-Benz, Richie was slapped Friday with a sentence of nearly four days in jail, a fine of $2,048 and orders to attend drug and alcohol rehab.

KNXV KTVK channel 3 phoenix news TV helicopter crash

2007-07-27T20:36:00.000-07:00

KNXV KTVK channel 3 phoenix news TV helicopter crash

Deaths in US TV helicopter crash

Four people have died after their helicopters, owned by rival US television channels, collided in mid-air while covering a car chase.

Both helicopters went down in a park in central Phoenix, Arizona, and caught fire as they were covering the police pursuit of a pick-up truck.

It is thought that all those on board each aircraft were killed.

Within moments of the crash, other TV stations with helicopters began reporting news of the tragedy.

KNXV news reporter Craig Smith, who died in the collision, was reporting on a car chase in which the driver being pursued was hitting cars and driving on the pavement.

Britney Spears Sister Jamie Lynn Spears Pregnant

2007-07-27T18:23:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Sister Jamie Lynn Spears Pregnant

Britney Spears has been all over the cover of magazines for her break-down recently, but new reports are claiming Jamie Lynn Spears may be pregnant!

The National Enquirer is reportedly alleging that Jamie Lynn Spears is pregnant, and this rumor comes just weeks after rumors of her moving in with her 19-year-old boyfriend!

Sherri Shepherd Sherry Shepherd Sherri Shephard Sherri Shepherd

2007-07-27T16:37:00.000-07:00

Sherri Shepherd Sherry Shepherd Sherri Shephard Sherri Shepherd

Whoopi Goldberg is reportedly one of the new hosts of "The View." Sherri Shepherd has also been named a new host.

LOS ANGELES - ÒThe ViewÓ is about to get a lot bigger with reports that Whoopi Goldberg and Sherri Shepherd will join the panel.

The Los Angeles Times reports that Whoopi, who had been tipped for months to fill a ÒViewÓ seat, will join the showÕs new season. Many originally expected Goldberg to become an official member following the early departure of Rosie OÕDonnell in May.

In not-too-surprising news, Sherri Shepherd, the African-American comedian who has eloquently shared a spot on the show off and on over the last several months, has also been reportedly offered the job.

Sherri Shepherd Sherry Shepherd Sherri Shephard Sherri Shepherd

2007-07-27T15:49:00.000-07:00

Sherri Shepherd Sherry Shepherd Sherri Shephard Sherri Shepherd

Sherri Shepherd to join The View

2007-07-27T14:18:00.000-07:00

Sherri Shepherd to join The View

Lindsay Lohan Nip Slip Big Boobs with drugs

2007-07-26T22:54:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan Nip Slip Big Boobs with drugs

US actress Lindsay Lohan, 21, insisted she did not take drugs, after being arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and being in possession of a small amount of cocaine.

"I am innocent," Lohan told the US television show Access Hollywood in an e-mail, People.com reported Wednesday.

The actress stressed that she "did not do drugs."

"They're not mine," she said of the substances found in her possession.

Nip Slip Big Boobs Lindsay Lohan arrested with drugs

2007-07-26T18:41:00.000-07:00

Nip Slip Big Boobs Lindsay Lohan arrested with drugs

Britney Spears Bizarre Interview

2007-07-26T17:05:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears Bizarre Interview

Pop sensation Britney Spears is doing what she does best, figuring out ways to stay in the publicÕs mind

Britney Spears' self-arranged interview and photo shoot with a magazine has been such a shocking disaster that it could ring the death knell for her career.

But insiders revealed, that the singer instead only managed to dig a deeper hole for herself. "Britney was in a shocking state," the paper quoted a source, as saying.

The insider revealed Britney's bizarre behaviour that included frequent toilet breaks, baby talks and vomiting all over her expensive dress.

Lindsay Lohan trying to kill herself

2007-07-26T14:15:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan trying to kill herself

Gossip, Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan's parents is just one reason why the 21-year-old actress is in so much trouble now reports FOX news.

Between Michael Lohan's many media appearances and Dina Lohan's absence from her daughter's crisis, sources are scared for Lindsay.

"Dina didn't fly right out to see her yesterday when she got the news that Lindsay had been arrested again," the Fox source said. "It's unbelievable. And her father's been on TV all day."

In the meantime, Lindsay spent her post-arrest hours with attorney Blair Berk and her assistant.

The sources fear for Lindsay's life, and surmise that, in some way, she is trying to kill herself.

"She's done drugs with all kinds of older movie stars, but they can stop when they want. She can't."

Porn Star Marilyn Chambers New Movie

2007-07-26T03:03:00.000-07:00

Porn Star Marilyn Chambers New Movie

SEEKONK - Thirty-five years ago, she was the seductress with the girl-next-door looks whose "Behind The Green Door" lifted cinema sex onto a new and ecstatic plane.

But on Monday, Marilyn Chambers stepped into more serious but unfamiliar role playing a lady cop in a low-budget film being produced by a trio of filmmakers that includes an Attleboro School Committee member.

"This is a fantasy of mine," grinned an amiable Chambers showing off her Pawtucket Police uniform prior to filming a scene with star Nick Jandl at Pawtucket City Hall.

Porn Star Marilyn Chambers in local indie film

2007-07-25T23:07:00.000-07:00

Porn Star Marilyn Chambers in local indie film

Gay Porn Star Model Sues Magazine

2007-07-25T21:47:00.000-07:00

Gay Porn Star Model Sues Magazine

(New York City) A New York City judge has refused to dismiss a case by a part-time model and dancer who alleges the city's biggest LGBT club guide defamed him by identifying him as a porn star in an ad for gay club Splash.

HX magazine had attempted to have Alex Saez's $1.25 million lawsuit tossed out but Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Emily Goodman ruled the suit could proceed, noting that the magazine "does admit that no investigation was done" to determine if he was indeed a porn star.

Saez is a go-go dancer at Splash by night and worked in retail by day. He claims in the lawsuit that agreed to pose for the ad but with certain conditions.

"[He] accommodated the request [to pose] provided that any images be used solely for one-time limited in-house distribution of flyers," the lawsuit charges

Jessica Alba Sexiest Single

2007-07-25T19:49:00.000-07:00

Jessica Alba Sexiest Singles

ÔFantastic FourÕ actress dumps longtime boyfriend Cash Warren

LOS ANGELES - She is regularly voted onto Òhottest women in the worldÓ lists and now ÒFantastic FourÓ star Jessica Alba is eligible for another list Ñ Òsexiest single stars.Ó

The brunette beauty has joined a list of single Hollywood ladies after reportedly splitting with beau Cash Warren, according to US Weekly.

Alba began dating Warren in 2005 when he was an assistant to director Tim Story on the set of ÒFantastic Four.Ó

Paris Hilton Lesbian Sex Spread in Hustler

2007-07-25T17:41:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Lesbian Sex Spread in Hustler

Socialite Paris HiltonÕs jail stint has been lampooned as a lesbian sex spread in the porn magazine ÔHustlerÕ.

Model Christine Alexis portrays hotel heiress Paris Hilton, who is ÔdominatedÕ by her cell-mate Lucia (Adriana Sage) in a series of raunchy X-rated photos.

Lucia gets intimate with the porn-version of Paris whilst sitting on the toilet in the coupleÕs jail cell and then penetrates the doppelganger diva, wearing a strap-on sex dildo.

Hilton spent 19 days in prison last month, after violating probation on a 2006 drink driving charge.

IÕm sure Paris would have been prepared to have played herself, if the price was right! (Mind you, sheÕd probably like to be done with a strap-on for free!!)

Crazy Britney Spears Paranoid Behavior

2007-07-25T16:41:00.000-07:00

Crazy Britney Spears Paranoid Behavior

Britney Spears 'Meltdown' Chronicled In Revealing Magazine Article
OK! recalls day of fried-chicken-stained designer dress, frequent bathroom breaks, paranoid behavior.

By now, we're used to seeing the paparazzi catch Britney Spears acting strangely and dressing provocatively in public. But in a cover story due to hit newsstands around the country Friday in OK! magazine, the singer is depicted as having a complete meltdown during a planned "tell-all" interview she set up hoping to clear the air.

The usually celebrity-friendly magazine depicts a scene in which an erratic Spears is observed acting in a paranoid, confused and irrational manner; wiping her fried-chicken-stained fingers on an expensive designer dress; frequently leaving the interview for bathroom breaks; and finally storming out, leaving the magazine with no publishable pictures.

Dallas News Dallas Explosion

2007-07-25T14:49:00.000-07:00

Dallas News Dallas Explosion

Flaming Debris Showers Dallas Freeway After Explosion

á Dallas officials closed two highways near downtown and evacuated a half-mile radius near the site of a blast that sent flaming debris raining down on freeways and buildings.

The explosions started about 9:30 a.m. when there was an explosion at a company that sells industrial gases. The fire triggered a series of other explosions in the area where there were a number of cannisters of flammable material, Dallas fire officials said.

The explosions at the Southwest Industrial Gases plant showered the surrounding area with flaming debris Ñ with shrapnel falling on the busy Interstates 35-E and 30. Officials ordered an evacuation of a half-mile radius of the area.

Anissa Jones Lindsay Lohan alcoholism and drug addiction

2007-07-25T13:08:00.000-07:00

Anissa Jones Lindsay Lohan alcoholism and drug addiction

Anissa Jones died at the age of 18 from a drug overdose. Is Lindsay Lohan headed down the same path to a tragic end?

Lindsay Lohan has joined the ranks of former child stars such as Anissa and Drew Barrymore who fell into the traps of alcoholism and drug addiction.

Drew Barrymore overcame her addictions and ended up becoming a much sought-after actress and filmmaker.

Teddy Bruschi

2007-07-25T01:13:00.000-07:00

Teddy Bruschi

Talk about some crazy rumors. The Web world was abuzz Tuesday night with news that Tedy Bruschi of the New England Patriots was dead, that he had committed suicide. The good news: Teddy Bruschi is alive and kicking. Well, maybe not kicking since he is a linebacker.

Tedy's agent, Brad Blank, confirms that Tedy is still, very much, ALIVE.

Tom Curran of NBC News also confirmed the rumors to be false.

How did it (the rumo) get this far? Well, the answer won't really drape the journalism industry in glory.

Apparently, an anonymous e-mail to the Fox affiliate in Boston came in Monday afternoon saying that Bruschi had gone to Jesus.

san francisco power outage

2007-07-24T22:06:00.000-07:00

san francisco power outage

SAN FRANCISCO -- Between 30,000 and 50,000 Pacific Gas and Electric Co. customers in San Francisco and the northern Peninsula lost power for several hours this afternoon after what witnesses described as an explosion under a manhole cover on Mission Street, the utility said.

Brian Swanson, a spokesman for the utility, said power failures were reported throughout wide swaths of the east side of San Francisco, including downtown and at PG&E's own office on Beale Street near the Ferry Building.

The outage first occurred at about 1:50 p.m., and electricity flickered on and off at least five times before power was restored at about 4 p.m.

Playboy Nude Pictures of Kimberly Bell Barry Bonds Mistress

2007-07-24T19:18:00.000-07:00

Playboy Nude Pictures of Kimberly Bell Barry Bonds Mistress

The former mistress of Barry Bonds, Kimberly Bell, will discuss their relationship and flash her privates in the November issue of Playboy. (AI Wire Photo)

First and foremost, the Beat would like to offer a sincere apology to all those who clicked on this article looking for a nude picture of Kimberly Bell, once mistress to Barry Bonds. The Beat could not find pictures of Kim anywhere and had to settle for this close-up of the flabby-faced Bonds. Sorry boys.

Bell will be discussing her relationship with the controversial Giants player in the November issue of the Playboy which is slated to hit stands October 1. As this will be a Playboy article, there will be nude pictorial of Kimberly. Weeeee!

Of her Playboy debut, Kimberly told The Associated Press, "The opportunity was there, and I took it." Bell went on to describe the photo shoot as "one of the most liberating experiences of my life."

Lindsay Lohan DUI Cocaine drunk driving

2007-07-24T17:56:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan DUI Cocaine drunk driving

Lindsey Lohan leaving Beverly Hills police department after being charged with drunk driving Memorial DayBy Alan Fein

(AXcess News) New York - Film star, Lindsay Lohan, 21, was booked, finger printed and then released on her own recognizance Thursday at the Beverly Hills police department where she was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol relating to a Memorial Day hit-and-run accident.

Lohan's drunken reckless bahavior landed the young and talented actress in rehab, though it's doubtful that a pouting teary-eyed "I'm sorry your honor" is going to clear Lohan of her responsibilities in facing up to the charges levied against her. Just like Paris Hilton, Lohan may go to jail and perhaps it would be the best thing for her to get a taste of reality if she sat behind bars.

Nude Kimberly Bell Boobs in Playboy

2007-07-24T16:38:00.000-07:00

Nude Kimberly Bell Boobs in Playboy

The former girlfriend of Barry Bonds, Kimberly Bell, will discuss their relationship in the November issue of Playboy. Kimberly Bell, Barry Bonds' former mistress in Playboy Kimberly Bell, once a mistress of Barry Bonds, will be discussing the couple's relationship in the November issue of the Playboy magazine. As this will be a Playboy article, there will be nude pictures of Kimberly. According to Kimberly Bell, the article will focus on her relation with Barry bond, and she will speak about details she gave the grand jury investigating the perjury allegations in 2005. According to Kimberly, she and Barry Bonds have been together from 1993 until 2003, and there will be plenty of interesting things to say about their life during those ten years.

Nude Kimberly Bell Boobs in Playboy

2007-07-24T16:01:00.000-07:00

Nude Kimberly Bell Boobs in Playboy

Lindsay Lohan Mugshot For DUI Cocaine

2007-07-24T15:20:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan Mugshot For DUI Cocaine

Lindsay Lohan's mug shot has been released after being arrested in Santa Monica, CA., and bailed out for $25K. Police have reportedly found cocaine in the young starlet's pocket.

Lindsay Lohan has been arrested for driving under the influence and "other charges", according to Fox News, and TMZ is now reporting that Lohan was discovered with cocaine in her pocket.

Lindsay Lohan Mugshot After Being Busted For DUI Cocaine

2007-07-24T13:50:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan Mugshot After Being Busted For DUI Cocaine

Pussycat Dolls Playboy photo shoot

2007-07-23T20:09:00.000-07:00

Pussycat Dolls Playboy photo shoot

Kim Kardashian

Gorgeous curves ... Kim Kardashian

MIAOW!

The Pussycat Dolls' newest member, KIM KARDASHIAN has posed for a provocative Playboy photo shoot.

The stunning socialite has been inundated with requests for a saucy shoot since her sex tape with R&B star RAY J became an Internet sensation last year.

However Playboy got in first - and the eagerly-anticipated issue is set to be released in September.

Pussycat poses for Playboy

2007-07-23T19:03:00.000-07:00

Pussycat poses for Playboy

Two Kate Moss Sex Tapes missing

2007-07-23T15:10:00.000-07:00

Two Kate Moss Sex Tapes missing

Attention! Attention! There is not one but TWO Kate Moss and Pete Doherty "tapes" that are missing. Kate is reportedly very nervous about the "tapes" getting out.

Kate and Pete used to carry that damn camcorder with them everywhere and it honestly won't be a surprise if the tapes get leaked. Kate apparently destroyed 6 out of the 8 tapes after her bad breakup with Pete. Pete apparently has the other two and he's probably gonna try to sell them. Hey Pete, we've heard Vivid Entertainment pays really well!

Strippers mourn the loss of Porn King

2007-07-22T17:40:00.000-07:00

Strippers mourn the loss of Porn King

ANTIOCH, Calif.ÑHundreds of people, from politicians to pornographers, gathered to mourn the loss of a pornography profiteer who gained notoriety by turning eroticism into a political cause.

Jim Mitchell, co-founder of the Mitchell Brothers O'Farrell Theatre, was buried next to his brother and business partner, Artie, whom he shot and killed in 1991.

Mitchell, 63, died of a heart attack on July 12 at his ranch in western Sonoma County.

Included among the 300 mourners Thursday were former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown, ex-District Attorney Terence Hallinan and political operative Jack Davis, all of whom mingled with writers, film directors and strippers.

"We all owe personal liberties and rights to the brothers that they fought for on our behalf," Davis said.

Sex Scandal Jessica Hahn And Televangelist

2007-07-22T01:18:00.000-07:00

Sex Scandal Jessica Hahn And Televangelist

Jessica Hahn (born July 7, 1959 in Massapequa, New York) is a model, actress, and former church secretary best known for her sex scandal with televangelist Jim Bakker.

According to Hahn, on the afternoon of December 6, 1980, when she was a 21 year-old church secretary, she was drugged and raped by Bakker and another preacher, John Wesley Fletcher, for "about 15 minutes." [1] Later, she overheard Bakker comment to another PTL staffer "Did you get her too?"

Hahn burst into the media limelight following Bakker's announcement on March 19, 1987 that he was stepping down as head of PTL and Heritage USA, pending the imminent disclosure of the sexual encounter and that he would be replaced by televangelist Jerry Falwell. Investigative journalists and auditors hired by Falwell uncovered $265,000 in hush money paid to Hahn as well as serious financial irregularities that led to the collapse of the PTL empire and Bakker's conviction.

Hahn subsequently used the notoriety she had gained by appearing nude in several Playboy magazine pictorials and videos, and appeared in a variety of TV shows, including Married... with Children. She also gained notoriety from her relationship with comedian Sam Kinison, and she often appears in person and as a call-in guest on The Howard Stern Show on Sirius satellite radio.

Jessica Hahn Televangelist Sex Scandal

2007-07-21T23:40:00.000-07:00

Jessica Hahn Televangelist Sex Scandal

Britney Spears cat fights her mother

2007-07-20T21:15:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears cat fights her mother

Britney Spears, Celebrity Photos, Gossip
Britney Spears cat fights her mother

Don't be surprised if Britney Spears has another breakdown soon. As Gallery of the Absurd recently illustrated , she's showing all the warning signs. And Britney is getting closer to the edge each day. Her latest brush with insanity took place last month when she and her mother allegedly participated in a "shocking slapfest," according to Star magazine.

Sex Tape Vixen Kim Kardashian Poses For Playboy

2007-07-20T20:42:00.000-07:00

Sex Tape Vixen Kim Kardashian Poses For Playboy

Kim Kardashian has posed for a provocative Playboy photo shoot - but no one will say whether or not she bared all for the men's magazine.

Kardashian had been reported in the tabloid press largely for her friendship with Paris Hilton. But, she became the subject of intense attention because of a graphic sex tape that depicts Kardashian and her at-the-time-boyfriend Ray J performing various sexual acts.

Prior to the release of this film, Kardashian announced her intention to pursue legal action to block distribution of the

Kim Kardashian Sex Tape Vixen Poses For Playboy

2007-07-20T19:47:00.000-07:00

Kim Kardashian Sex Tape Vixen Poses For Playboy

Hillary Clinton Cleavage and Sexy Boobs

2007-07-20T19:17:00.000-07:00

Hillary Clinton Cleavage and Sexy Boobs

She was talking on the Senate floor about the burdensome cost of higher education. She was wearing a rose-colored blazer over a black top. The neckline sat low on her chest and had a subtle V-shape. The cleavage registered after only a quick glance. No scrunch-faced scrutiny was necessary. There wasn't an unseemly amount of cleavage showing, but there it was. Undeniable.

Britney Spears strips for a dip in ocean

2007-07-20T16:25:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears strips for a dip in ocean

WASHINGTON: Britney Spears is back on the block with her new toned body. Much to the surprise of the onlookers, Britney, recently, stripped down to her bare essentials and took a dip in the ocean.

The singer was house-hunting in Malibu with pal Lucy Walsh, but after a hot day of roaming about in the sun, she apparently decided that a swim in the ocean was exactly what she needed to cool off.

Britney then stripped down to her underwear and went for a dip in a bright pink bra and lilac knickers, an onlooker said.

Lindsay Lohan Drunken Driving Car Crash

2007-07-20T14:48:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan Drunken Driving Car Crash

A week after leaving a 45-day rehab program, actress Lindsay Lohan has turned herself in to police to face charges of drunken driving in connection with a May car crash.

Lohan, 21, went to the Beverly Hills Police Department late on Thursday to be fingerprinted, photographed and booked on suspicion of driving under the influence and hit and run, Beverly Hills police officer Ryan Balleweg said.

Authorities will decide later whether to charge her.

Lindsay Lohan booked for drunken driving

2007-07-20T13:56:00.000-07:00

Lindsay Lohan booked for drunken driving

San Francisco Earthquake

2007-07-20T12:55:00.000-07:00

San Francisco Earthquake

Magnitude 4.2 quake rattles East Bay

A magnitude 4.2 quake struck a couple miles northeast of the center of Oakland at 4:42 a.m. today, causing power outage for almost 5,000 customers in the East Bay.

The early morning quake jolted and damaged a switch that controlled the flow of power to homes, said Susan Simon, spokeswoman for Pacific Gas & Electric. The outages were scattered across Oakland.

By 8 a.m., PG&E workers were working to restore power to the remaining 300 of the 4,600 customers who were affected, Simon said.

One Berkeley resident said the quake woke her up and that she felt about 30 seconds of strong shaking. Her porch light on a pendant swung after the rumble subsided, but the quake caused no damage.

Victoria Beckham reality TV show

2007-07-19T22:19:00.000-07:00

Victoria Beckham reality TV show

# Video: Beckham's LA debut
# Victoria Beckham savaged by US critics

Coming to America, Victoria Beckham's grandly-titled reality television show, lent the couple's move to Los Angeles the air of a royal state visit.

But the carefully-planned media blitz could not disguise the fact that their attempt to impose Brand Beckham on the US has rather back-fired.
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Mrs Beckham, 33, had hoped the prime-time reality special would overturn her reputation among some in the US as a pouting prima donna and prove she was "just a normal girl from London."

But the former Spice Girl's much-hyped show received a critical mauling after it aired on NBC on Monday, a review in The New York Post dubbing it "an orgy of self-indulgence".

Virgin America Begins Ticket Sales

2007-07-19T20:37:00.000-07:00

Virgin America Begins Ticket Sales

Virgin America today announced it would launch flights next month and began taking reservations, following months of hurdles in gaining the U.S. Department of Transportation's approval to get off the ground.

Virgin America on Aug. 8 plans to launch its flagship route between San Francisco and New York JFK, as well as service between SFO and Los Angeles International. Beginning Aug. 29, the carrier will launch LAX-JFK service, and on Sept. 26 will serve Washington Dulles from San Francisco. In October, the carrier will commence service between San Francisco and Las Vegas, as well as LAX and Dulles.

The carrier expects to serve as many as 10 cities within a year of operation and up to 30 cities within five years.

Sex Tape Girl Kim Kardashian in Playboy

2007-07-19T18:37:00.000-07:00

Sex Tape Girl Kim Kardashian in Playboy

Kim Kardashian can add Playboy to her growing resume.

The sexy socialite has posed for Hef's classic magazine.
Is KIM KARDASHIAN taking it off for Playboy? Sources tell ET that the stunning brunette socialite has posed for the magazine, although whether or not she was clothed or unclothed has not been revealed.

The curvy pal of PARIS HILTON recently made headlines for a private sex tape with former boyfriend RAY J that was leaked to the public.

Playboy Bulgaria Zlatka Raikova Nude

2007-07-19T16:49:00.000-07:00

Playboy Bulgaria Zlatka Raikova Nude

21-years old Bulgarian Zlatka Raikova from Pazardjik town won the title Playmate 2007 of ÔPlayboy' magazine Bulgaria.

She won the keys of a brand new red Volvo C30.

Second was Vania Handjieva from Sofia. Vania won the title Miss Superstar 2007 and vacation in the prestigious Spanish resort Costa Brava.

Obama Girl Nude In Playboy

2007-07-19T15:11:00.000-07:00

Obama Girl Nude In Playboy

Playboy Babe: 'Obama Girl' Amber Lee Ettinger, who appeared in the video 'I Got a Crush on Obama' lip-synching, will be featured in Playboy!

Amber Lee Ettinger will not appear in Playboy nude, but in a bikini, for the October issue of the sexy magazine as 'Babe Of The Month'.

Amber Lee Ettinger grabbed the national spotlight last week after she lusciously lip-synched her affections for 2008 Democratic Presidential hopeful Barack Obama on YouTube. Check out her video here. While the nation may be divided on immigration and border control, Amber Lee Ettinger aims to be a uniter.

Obama Girl Amber Lee Ettinger To Pose In Playboy

2007-07-19T13:52:00.000-07:00

Obama Girl Amber Lee Ettinger To Pose In Playboy

Emmy nominations 2007

2007-07-19T12:04:00.000-07:00

Emmy nominations 2007

Fresh faces and freshman shows made an impressive showing this morning as the nominees for the 59th annual Emmy Awards were announced: More than half of the nods doled out in the top drama and comedy categories went to performers and series that were either new or hadn't been nominated in the previous year.

"A 60% rate of fresh faces and shows," crowed the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, which has fended off criticism for several years that it's impossible to break the entrenched circle of nominees.

Among the newcomers to the party were freshman series "Ugly Betty," "30 Rock" and "Heroes," as well as a first-time best comedy nod for "Entourage."

AMC's first foray into a miniseries paid off in a big way. Its Western epic, "Broken Trail," received 16 nominations, including outstanding miniseries.

SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR to become a Porn Star

2007-07-18T21:59:00.000-07:00

SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR to become a Porn Star

Sarah's porn star frustration

SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR canÕt wait to appear on screen as a porn star.

The Buffy beauty is frustrated that her film Southland Tales, in which she plays porn actress Krysta Now, has still not been released.

And she is worried that her performance will never be seen.

ÒIÕm 30 now and I need a change and this was just the sort of role I wanted,Ó she says.

ÒI want people to see it because it might just shock people into choosing me for other projects.Ó

But Buffy fans neednÕt worry too much. Sarah says the character is not offensive.

ÒItÕs not actually as bad as it sounds,Ó she adds. ÒIÕm a porn star with a heart of gold. I'm also a porn star with an entrepreneurial spirit.

My Humps Fergie Stripper Pole

2007-07-18T20:26:00.000-07:00

My Humps Fergie Stripper Pole

Fergie was left embarrassed when her mother confronted her on live radio about the stripper pole boyfriend Josh Duhamel has installed in their home. Los Angeles - Fergie was left embarrassed when her mother confronted her on live radio about the stripper pole boyfriend Josh Duhamel has installed in their home. The ÔMy HumpsÕ singer was conducting a telephone interview with KIIS-FM DJ Ryan Seacrest when he handed her over to his surprise guest - her mom Terri, who was on the other line. Terri demanded her daughter tell her if it was true ÔTransformersÕ star Josh has installed the pole in their bedroom.

Nick Lachey Vanessa Minnillo X-rated Video

2007-07-18T20:11:00.000-07:00

Nick Lachey Vanessa Minnillo X-rated Video

UNDER WRAPS: A sex tape starring former boy band member Nick Lachey could hurt his career.

Nick Lachey's sex video is said to be so explicit it could damage his career.

The former Newlyweds star was taped romping with girlfriend Vanessa Minnillo in a hot-tub while holidaying in Mexico.

OK! magazine paid $US400,000 to the Mexican paparazzo responsible for the X-rated video and pictures to prevent them ever being published, in exchange for an exclusive interview with Nick and Vanessa.

But a magazine insider told the New York Daily News newspaper: "There's much worse stuff than what got out there on the internet.

Noelia Sex Video Scandal Online

2007-07-18T17:10:00.000-07:00

Noelia Sex Video Scandal Online

Puerto Rican pop star NOELIA is embroiled in an scandal after a video reportedly showing her having sex with an ex-boyfriend was posted online. According to web gossip the tape was sold to a website by a jealous ex-boyfriend. Fans of the 29 year old - who has sold more than three million albums worldwide - have been rushing to download the tape. Her current boyfriend and manager, Jorge Reynoso, is quoted online, saying, "It gives much shame on us that they want to make fun of her."

Kim Kardashian Porn Star Sex Tape

2007-07-18T14:43:00.000-07:00

Kim Kardashian Porn Star Sex Tape

Kim Kardashian: Troubled By Porn Star Reference

Although some are unwilling to admit it, everyone has a moment in their life that they would love to take back. For Kim Kardashian, it was the release of a sex tape that involved herself, along with ex-boyfriend Ray J, that has caused the most pain.

The fallout from the release of the sex tape has touched home in ways that Kardashian couldnÕt possibly imagine. According to Kim, having to explain the situation to her nine and eleven year-old stepsisters was one of the most difficult things that sheÕs ever done.

Britney Spears to Sell Sex Toys

2007-07-17T22:13:00.000-07:00

Britney Spears to Sell Sex Toys

Britney Spears' bodyguard Daimon Shippen allegedly used to sell sex toys on the internet, according to gossip website X17online.

The 34-year-old burly security guard - who has been protecting Britney and helping her look after her children - was reportedly fired from his previous agency, Galahad Security, because of his adult website business.

The domestic service security agency he now works for reportedly does not perform regular background checks.

Paris Hilton Bikini Nip Slip Malfunction

2007-07-17T20:25:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Bikini Nip Slip Malfunction

This past weekend, Paris was seen catching some waves in Malibu where onlookers seem to get more than they bargained for. Hilton sported a skimpy two-piece (yet somehow attached) bikini that barely covered her nipples when she was sitting still. Once she decided to hit the waves on her surfboard, the paps new they were in for a treat.

Paris lost her top numerous times throughout the day. And while she continued to pull up her top every time it fell, she made no attempt to cover up or secure her bikini top in any way. She just laughed and continued bouncing around like a little floozy.

Paris Hilton Makes a Second Album

2007-07-17T18:55:00.000-07:00

Paris Hilton Makes a Second Album

Yes, she had a first album. You might remember her Stars are Blind song that saturated radio stations or you might actually have a life instead. Paris Hilton is working on her second album now according to E! online:

Paris says, "I'm already working on my new record. I've been in meetings with Scott [Storch] and we've been working on it. I've been working on it with Scott for a few weeks."

I hope her lyrics are not as redundant as her regular speaking phrases because if she says Òworking on itÓ one more time, my head will explode. But apparently she is taking this singing thing seriously as an insider said,

My Friends Hot Mom in Playboy Magazine

2007-07-17T17:35:00.000-07:00

My Friends Hot Mom in Playboy Magazine

Before she was discovered by "Playboy" magazine at an open audition in March, Felicia Crowton was a single mother struggling to raise four kids. By Rob L. Wagner

playboy mom
spends some time playing with her daughter Jaida.

Nobody had to tell Felicia Crowton that she was a hot mom. All she had to do was count the number of teenage boys who wanted to visit her 15-year-old son.

"Daniel was a little embarrassed by it," said Crowton, a Tracy mother of four. "His friends come over a lot, but it doesnÕt bother him too much any more."

"Playboy" magazine discovered what DanielÕs friends already knew and decided to put Crowton in its special edition of "Hot Housewives."

MILF Mom Felicia Crowton in Playboy Magazine

2007-07-17T14:22:00.000-07:00

MILF Mom Felicia Crowton in Playboy Magazine

2007-07-17T00:25:00.000-07:00

U.S. Senator Sex Scandal

A Republican U.S. senator who admitted to "serious sin" after he was linked last week to a Washington escort service apologized for the sex scandal on Monday, but said he will go back to work.

Sen. David Vitter, a social conservative who has routinely touted family values, said his undescribed sins occurred several years ago, implying that his misdeeds were behind him. He accused enemies of dredging up the scandal to hurt him.

Vitter, who had stayed out of sight the past week, said he was going back to Washington immediately, giving no hint he might resign the office he won in 2004.