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Has Charlie Sheen found love online?

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 17:32:51

The “Two and a Half Men” star — who recently split from wife Denise Richards — has been posting on an Internet dating site, according to Life & Style weekly.

“He met a woman on the site, and they’re going on a date this week,” an insider told the mag. “They exchanged e-mails, and then he called her. She’s excited. She says they have a lot in common.”

Reps for the dating site didn't respond to a request for comment, and Sheen's spokesman told The Scoop "I never discuss my client's personal life." A source, meanwhile, says that the girl is “much younger” than the 40-year-old Sheen.


 
 

Ed Lover & Celebrity Rappers Bowl For Katrina Victims

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 17:26:48

Hip-Hop pioneer and radio personality Ed Lover is set to host Bowling with the Stars, a charity event that will aid the thousands of residents displaced by Hurricane Katrina.

The affair will be held April 22 at the recently reopened Harlem Lanes Bowling Alley in New York, starting at 8 p.m.

Nas, Russell Simmons, Fabolous and DJ Red Alert are among the Hip-Hop figures expected to attend.

Ed Lover hopes to provide shelter and housing for victims displaced by Hurricane Katrina.

"There are still thousands of survivors left homeless by this destructive act of nature. We intend to help them by visiting various local parishes and communities in the stricken area and speaking with the homeless about their needs and current situations and what measures would need to be taken to relieve their current plight. We will then initiate the steps required to help as many as possible," Ed Lover stated. "We estimate these events will raise enough money to be able to house a minimum of 20-30 people in hotels for a month and repair 10-15 houses. We intend to house, repair and help people, until our funds run out."

Bowling with the Stars and the process leading up to the event will also be filmed and aired on Ed Lover TV.

Liz Hurley to marry Indian lover

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 17:07:18

Elizabeth Hurley will marry boyfriend Arun Nayer in India, a move that may see her live part-time in the country.

The actress has dated the 41-year-old Indian businessman for four years.

Hurley, 40, said, "When we do get married, I am sure India will become my second home."

The Austin Powers star is currently spending time in Mumbai with her fiance's family.

Nick Lachey: "Joe Simpson Is Evil"

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 16:28:36

Somehow it doesn't feel dirty or unmanly that Nick Lachey is airing his laundry in public.

It's a relief and finally brings some closure to his whole wretched marriage that Lachey is finally talking openly and candidly in a new Rolling Stone interview about the demise of his relationship with Joe Simpson sorry Jessica.

"I'll tell you how I knew my marriage was over: I was told," says Lachey.

And, did Papa Joe play a role in the demise of his union?

"I don't pretend to understand Joe. .I don't know if he ever liked me. To this day I couldn't say. It was painful. Do I think Joe drove a rift between us? No. Was he an influence in our marriage? Absolutely."

Painful = sympathy for you Nick.

Work it!

On rumors of Jessica's adultery, while not ruling them out Nick says:

"I don't know if there were other men. But if she did cheat, it was the result of something bigger, not the reason we didn't work. ... Sometimes I think it would be easier if I had just walked in the house and found her in bed with a guy. That would be clear-cut. End of story. I wouldn't have to deal with the uncertainty of adultery."

She cheated!

Hugh Jackman's Diaper Duty

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 16:05:58

X-Men star Hugh Jackman was all smiles leaving Beverly Hills restaurant The Ivy this past Monday after lunch with wife Deborra-Lee and 9-month-old daughter Ava. (The couple also have a 5-year-old son, Oscar.) Hugh left holding the diaper bag and tipped the big bucks ($20) for valet. And rightfully so, Hugh topped Australia's rich list, coming in fourth place (tying country star Keith Urban -- his success in America has almost quadrupled his earning's from $4.7 million last year to $20 million this year). Nicole Kidman ranked third.

Celebs hit Dublin

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 15:56:54

What an Easter weekend it was for Dublin's top nightclub Lillies Bordello with Hollywood Stars, Irish VIP's and the Westlife boys all enjoying the VIP venue over the holiday period.

Since changing ownership recently many thought that Lillies Bordello nightclub would quickly loose it's celebrity luster to competing VIP venues but in fact it's lure to stars has gone from strength-to-strength!

On Easter Sunday night the Westlife lads Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne, Mark Feehily and Kian Egan celebrated their 7 nights sold out in The Point Theatre with a party at the club.

We caught up with the handsome foursome as they strolled down Grafton Street towards the club in top spirits as they looked forward to their day-off.

Poor Shane Filan must have been strapped-for-cash to get in his round as he nipped over to the nearby Bank Machine to withdraw money before entering the club.

Cheeky Nicky Byrne joked with our photographer as he snapped Shane at the Banklink shouting: "Make sure you get his PIN number!"

The boys also posed with some very dedicated German fans Susanne Jahnke, Adrianna Nolpert, Christine Lewerent and Marina Johschies who bought tickets to attend ALL 7 nights in Dublin and will also head-on to see further Westlife shows in Manchester this week!

Hollywood star Stephen Dorff, who is filming "13" at Ardmore Studios, also turned up at the club with a few stunning ladies in his company including English actress Jaime Murray who just happens to be the daughter of Billy Murray (Johnny Allen from Eastenders).

Baby Cruise is Born

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 15:33:46

The Insider beat out the competition to break the news on-air all over the East Coast Tuesday night.

The Insider confirmed that Tom was present for the birth, and reps for the star tell the Insider that both Katie and baby Suri are doing well.

Little Suri's name has its origins in Hebrew meaning "princess," or in Persian meaning "red rose."

Katie left the hospital within 24 hours of giving birth, during which, she opted for an epidural.

"Everything is fine and Katie can relax now," a source tells told the Insider, adding that the power couple's new daughter has "lots and lots of dark hair and big, blue eyes ... she's going to be a beautiful baby."

Orlando Bloom hit someone with his car

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 15:20:38

British actor ORLANDO BLOOM apologised to a scooter rider who was almost killed in a road accident by writing him an autograph. THE LORD OF THE RINGS heart-throb was driving in London on Monday morning when he reportedly pulled out in front of swimming instructor SLAWOMIR SZYDLOWSKI, who was riding his motorcycle. Swimming instructor Szydlowski, 28, says, "It's only good luck that I'm here to tell the tale. He can't have looked in his mirrors. I flew off and hit the ground hard, rolling three times. If there'd been a car coming the other way, I'd be dead." When an ambulance arrived to whisk Szydlowski, who suffered deep cuts and internal bleeding, to hospital, Bloom jumped in the back and scribbled a note saying, 'Sorry mate!' and signed it. Szydlowski adds, "We both had to give breath tests. He did ring to check I was all right."

Backstreet Boys at The Recording Academy Honors

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 15:15:39

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The Recording Academy Honors was established to celebrate outstanding individuals whose work embodies excellence and integrity and who have improved the environment for the creative community. Formerly known as the Florida Heroes Awards, this gala supports the Florida Chapter's ongoing advocacy, education and professional development programs, along with MusiCares Hurricane Relief Fund - an effort established to aid those Gulf Coast area music community residents affected by 2005's devastating storms.

Samuel L. Jackson interview

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 15:09:45

There are snakes, 500 or so, from 5-inch vipers to a 20-foot python. There is a plane, a 747 going from Honolulu to LA with a witness who will testify against a mobster.

But don't let the title Snakes on a Plane, as bluntly descriptive and irresistibly trashy as a Cosmo come-on, overshadow who really is propelling this venomous vessel. The most valuable carry-on in the Aug. 18 thriller, a pre-release sensation is Shaft himself. The one and only Coach Carter. That holy terror of Pulp Fiction— Samuel L. Jackson.

What other summer star has the right cool insouciance and simmering rage to make this creepy-crawler worth its weight in reptile carnage? "The fans are going to love seeing Sam in this role," says Snakes director David R. Ellis of his human lead. He also has been a hero offscreen, deflecting any suggestion to switch the stupidly smart title to a generic disaster like Pacific Flight 121.

"The title was what got my attention," says Jackson, who plays the FBI agent protecting the witness. "I got on the set one day and heard they changed it, and I said, 'What are you doing here? It's not Gone with the Wind. It's not On the Waterfront. It's Snakes on a Plane!' They were afraid it gave too much away, and I said, "That's exactly what you should do. When audiences hear it, they say, 'We are there!' "

"It's interesting how they perceive you as an actor," Jackson says. "A whole faction thinks that I'm a bad (guy). I just happen to be in those kinds of films. I like to do sensitive movies, but they ignore those."

Additional scenes were shot in March with more gore, nudity and profanity so the PG-13 rating would become an R, the better to satisfy fan expectations. Best of all, Jackson gets to say his trademark obscenity in the new line: "I'm tired of these (bleeper-bleeping) snakes on this (bleeper-bleeping) plane."

No surprise that this tough bleeper isn't afraid of snakes. "I grew up in the country. If we saw a snake, the snake was in more trouble than we were." Nor do planes rattle him.

"I fly way too much to be afraid. I plug in my iPod and fall asleep. My wife is a white-knuckle flier. She will shake me and say, 'Oh, the plane is having turbulence.' I tell her, 'Wake me up when we crash.' "

Luke Perry Seeks Restraining Order

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:45:14

Former 'Beverly Hills, 90210' heartthrob Luke Perry has requested a restraining order against a woman who he says has been harassing him.

According to the documents, filed April 4 in Los Angeles County Superior Court, Luke is seeking protection for himself and his two children Jack, 8, and Sophie, 5.

Luke claims the woman has "repeatedly harassed me by phone and by mail. Showing up at my house uninvited and unannounced."

Luke also alleges the woman has showed up at events where Luke has made public appearances, including a speaking engagement in Palm Springs where he had to be assisted out the door by security.

Arctic Monkeys Defend EP Release

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:36:26

Arctic Monkeys have hit back at suggestions the band are being overmarketed ahead of their forthcoming EP release.

The Sheffield four-piece, who are currently in the middle of their UK tour, release 'Who The Fuck Are Arctic Monkeys?' on April 24.

Frontman Alex Turner claims that the band are not "cashing in" on the release and he defended the EP, reports the Dose website.

He said: "It's a mission statement, if you like. We want to do things our way, and people think it's arrogance, so it's inevitable some people will get tired of us."

The release comes just three months after the band unleashed their debut 'Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not', which has already gone on to become the fastest-selling album debut in UK chart history, and is currently pushing close to the million mark in record sales.

Eddie Murphy & wifes divorced finalised

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:33:49

Over the past 48 hours, Eddie Murphy's marriage officially timed out.

The Nutty Professor star's divorce from wife Nicole Murphy was made final Monday in Los Angeles, according to court papers.

Nicole, a former model, filed for divorce Aug. 5 after 12 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split. Their union had seemingly thrived (or at least survived) after some embarrassing legal problems for Mr. Murphy resulting from the notorious give-a-prostitute-a-lift episode in 1997.

Gameloft Gets Down with Paris Hilton

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:30:29

Gameloft, a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, is delighted to announce a long term licensing agreement with Paris Hilton Entertainment Inc. to develop, publish and distribute mobile games based on heiress and pop culture icon, Paris Hilton.
As part of this agreement, Gameloft will develop and produce a series of mobile games featuring Paris Hilton and her likeness. The first title in the series will be geared to tweens/teens and fans of Paris Hilton. Additional games scheduled for production will be aimed at both male and female fans of Ms. Hilton whose diverse fan base complements Gameloft’s catalogue of wide ranging games.

“Gameloft is dedicated to increasing mobile game offerings to female and casual gamers and we are thrilled to have Paris Hilton on board,” said Michel Guillemot, president, Gameloft. “She is a model, a fashionista, an actress, an entrepreneur and a pop culture force of nature whose appeal is recognized the world over. Mobile games based on such a significant personality as Paris Hilton will be an excellent addition to our diverse slate of games,” added Guillemot. “She is a universal brand that surpasses all boundaries.”

“I’m excited to collaborate with Gameloft to bring the Paris Hilton brand and the glamour of young Hollywood to the cell phones of all my fans around the world,” said Paris Hilton. “My phone has become an all in one entertainment device and mobile games are an integral part of that. Mobile gaming is really hot right now and I’m excited to be part of this project.”

Gameloft’s experience in bringing branded entertainment personalities to the mobile space includes baseball star Derek Jeter, golf pro Vijay Singh and European soccer star Djibril Cisse.

The first mobile game based on Paris Hilton is scheduled for release worldwide in summer of 2006.

Colin's Sex Tape Saga Settled

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:28:32

Colin Farrell has succeeded in keeping his parts private.

The actor and his former girlfriend, Nicole Narain, reached an amicable settlement in their legal battle over a sex tape they made together three years ago, her lawyer said.

"We were able to completely resolve it. The terms are confidential," Narain's attorney, Leodis Matthews, told the New York Daily News.

Farrell sued Narain, a onetime Playboy Playmate, last year, accusing her of trying to peddle the tape through a third party, despite a prior agreement that the footage was for private viewing only. He demanded general and compensatory damages, as well as the return of all copies of the tape to his possession.

A judge subsequently issued an injunction blocking Narain from distributing the tape, but that didn't stop footage culled from the mattress romp from making a brief appearance in January.

Evidently a lot less modest than her ex about their X-rated escapades, Narain filed a motion asking that Farrell's lawsuit against her be dismissed, clearing the way for her to sell the tape.

However, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Elihu Berle rejected Narain's request last month, ruling that there was enough evidence behind Farrell's claim for the matter to go to trial.

Per the Daily News, Farrell, Narain and their respective lawyers spent several hours together on Easter Sunday hammering out the terms of the settlement. It was reportedly the first time that the former couple had been reunited since the sex tape surfaced last year.

They were joined by Phoenix-based porn agent David Hans Schmidt (aka the "Sultan of Sleaze," a key figure in the brokering of numerous celebrity sex tapes) and representatives from (ICG), who had hoped to sell the tape together.

Farrell is pursuing his lawsuit against ICG, with whom Narain allegedly signed a seven-figure contract to release the tape.

The trial in the matter is scheduled to begin July 21 in Los Angeles Superior Court.

mariah & pepsi

by lawsonjeff @ 2006-04-19 - 14:21:23

Mariah Carey will take center stage with Pepsi in a unique partnership this summer. The Grammy Award- winning artist will write and record original ringtones that will be available exclusively through the Pepsi Cool Tones & Motorola Phones promotion.

The Pepsi Cool Tones & Motorola Phones promotion is giving music fans the opportunity to download more than 100 original ringtones created specifically for the program by some of the summer's hottest artists, including 20 original voice and music tones written and produced by Mariah Carey. This marks the first time top musicians and producers have written music and lyrics in the ringtone format for a large scale promotion.


 
 

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