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Celebrity Gossip: Another Trump Wedding!

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Nov 6, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

British songster Leona Lewis hasn't let fame change her - and she staunchly sticks by the people who have been with her from the start. In a new interview, Lewis, 24, addresses the fact that she is still with her boyfriend of seven years, Lou Al-Chamaa. Lewis says some people think you should ditch the people you knew before when you find fame, and she doesn't agree with that. "For people to think that you should leave someone because, all of a sudden, you're a singer and you have opportunities. I feel sorry for them." Lewis has also kept her residence in the "gritty" Hackney area of London.

There's been another Trump wedding, only this time, it's not Donald Trump playing the groom. Ivanka Trump, daughter of Donald Trump and his ex-wife Ivana, married publisher and executive Jared Kushner in a lavish Jewish ceremony at Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey last weekend. Though both bride and groom are under 30, they're already a power couple. Ivanka hosts Celebrity Apprentice, has her own fine jewelry line and is vice president of Donald Trump's real estate division. Kushner, 28, is publisher of the New York Observer and an executive at his family's company. Hopefully, Ivanka will have more luck with marriage than her father has thus far.

More than four months after the death of their father, *Michael Jackson*'s kids are still trying to adjust. LaToya Jackson recently opened up about how the kids are doing, and how each of them are trying to cope in their own way. Blanket, age 7, is "just a very sad, shy little boy. He cries." Meanwhile, his older sister Paris, 11, "thinks and writes about her father all the time." But it's the eldest boy, Prince, 12, who has LaToya most concerned. "Prince just doesn't want to speak about it. I do worry about him very much". According to LaToya, all three children are currently in therapy to help them cope.

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Celebrity Gossip: Twilight Actress gets Replaced!

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Aug 7, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

Mel Gibson has fallen far from his days as a Hollywood heartthrob. Gibson, whose conversion to Christianity spurred him to sponsor The Passion of the Christ movie and found his own church, has had his seemingly hypocritical recent actions under scrutiny. His initial DUI and subsequent anti-Semitic rant was the first of his public problems. Then, after announcing a divorce from his long-standing wife Robin, it was revealed that Gibson had gotten his new girlfriend Oksana Gregorieva pregnant before the divorce was filed. Now, Gibson is being accused of battery after allegedly ripping a photographer's shirt open at a club in Los Angeles. One has to wonder what, exactly, Gibson is preaching at his church.

Twilight fans are in an uproar over the replacement of actress Rachelle Lefevre as dangerous vampire Victoria, and the professional mudslinging is getting ugly. Lefevre, who has been replaced in her role as Victoria by Bryce Dallas Howard, claims that she is 'stunned' by Summit Entertainment's decision to oust her from her role in Eclipse. She claims a brief 10-day commitment to another film, Barney's Version, which was allowed in her Twilight Saga contract, overlapped with the Eclipse three-month filming schedule, and the producers refused to work with her. Summit shot back with a statement almost immediately, claiming Lefevre waited until July 20 to advise them she would be unable for filming during that time, when she had taken the role in early June. They claim that having to coordinate with so many actors so soon (with the filming starting in August), and her choice to delay telling them, made her simply unavailable for the film when they needed her.

Thankfully, the issue of where *Michael Jackson*'s children will live has finally been resolved. The children - Prince Michael I, Paris and Prince Michael II - will be in the custody of Michael Jackson's 79-year-old mother, Katherine. No word yet as to Debbie Rowe's take on the court decision.

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Celebrity Gossip: Chris Brown Apologizes

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Jul 31, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

Chris Brown has publicly apologized to his fans for hitting a woman and it only took him 5 ½ months to do it. The singer issued a video-recorded statement in which he apologizes for behavior he describes as "inexcusable," saying "my mother and my spiritual teachers have taught me way better than that." He also says that he grew up in a home with domestic violence. Photos that emerged after the beating showed a barely recognizable Rihanna with a bruised and battered face. Although Brown says in the statement that he didn't apologize publicly sooner on his lawyer's advice, whether his former fans are willing to forgive him remains to be seen.

Since *Heath Ledger*'s tragic death, the future of the new Batman movies has been a bit uncertain. Ledger, whose performance as The Joker earned rave reviews, was initially set to play a large part in at least the next Batman movie. However, since both producers and potential actors were hesitant to revise his role, they had to rethink their plans. It seems that finally, an alternate plan must have been reached, and production of the third movie may, after all, move forward. At Comic-Con 2009, Gary Oldman let slip that filming is to start on the third movie in 2010, with a release date of 2011. Fans can only hope!

*Michael Jackson*'s death is looking less like a tragic accident and more like a homicide. According to law enforcement sources, the Los Angeles County Coroner will likely release autopsy results on Jackson next week and it will "almost certainly" be ruled a homicide. One of Jackson's doctors, Dr. Conrad Murray, is currently being investigated as the doctor who may have given Jackson the powerful anesthesia agent Propofol on the day he died. One complicating factor: Jackson used at least four aliases to obtain prescription drugs, including Omar Arnold, Michael Armstrong, Jack London and Peter Midani. Authorities are currently trying to sort through the mess to determine what was actually going on.

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Celebrity Gossip: Jon Gosselin Starts new Relationships after Separation

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Jul 29, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

Reality star Jon Gosselin is certainly making a name for himself, although that may not be a good thing. Last week, Gosselin cavorted in France with 23-year-old Hailey Glassman, who happens to be the daughter of his estranged wife's plastic surgeon. Glassman had subsequently gushed to the press about she and Jon's relationship, but to no avail: this week, he appears to have moved on. Glassman was shocked when she found out from People that Jon has been on a romantic trip to the Hamptons with Kate Major, a former Star magazine reporter. Major, 26, claims she and Jon Gosselin fell for each other while she was working on an interview wit him. Apparently, party-loving, unemployed fathers of eight are the new hot commodity!

Things are bumpy right now for singer and (new) actress LeAnn Rimes. After months of suspicious photos and speculation that Rimes was having an affair with hunky Eddie Cibrian, 36, a source has announced that Rimes and her husband have separated. Cibrian and Rimes met while co-starring in a Lifetime original movie, Northern Lights. Rimes and her husband, Dean Sheremet were married in 2002, when Rimes was only 19 and Sheremet 22. This news comes only days after Eddie Cibrian and his wife, Brandi Glanville, announced their split. Hmmmm.

As if the mystery surrounding *Michael Jackson*'s three known children wasn't enough, a fourth possible child of Jackson's has emerged. Omer Bhatti, 25, is a Norwegian rapper and possible product of a one-night stand Jackson had with a woman named Pia Bhatti in the 80's. Although a DNA test is still underway, Jackson's family is ready to welcome the young man with open arms if he proves to be Michael's son. Omer Bhatti even sat in the front row among Michael's siblings at his much-publicized memorial service.

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Celebrity Gossip: Rumer Willis to star on 90210

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Jul 24, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

With *Michael Jackson*'s tragic death, various media outlets have speculated about his fortune, his children and his untimely demise. Finally, after several days of uncertainty, it looks as though some of the controversy surrounding his death may come to an end. The details of his will are being ironed out in Court with his mother, Katherine, being a primary recipient of his estate. Also, the biological mother of his two oldest children, Prince I and Paris, is allegedly close to working out a custody settlement with her. With some of the Jackson drama winding down, it's time to take a look at what the rest of Hollywood is doing.

Hard-partying actress Mischa Barton may have finally hit rock bottom. The 23-year-old had been working on her career, starring in the upcoming movie Homecoming. Unfortunately, after calling police with a medical problem last week, Barton was transported to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and placed on a psychiatric hold. According to a rather vague statement by her rep, she has been hospitalized based on her doctor's advice and is resting. For now, her fans will just have to wait and see.

Rumer Willis, daughter of actors Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, is trying once again to step out of her famous family's shadow. She has had several small acting roles previously and is set to test out her acting skills when she joins the cast of the new 90210.

Jon Gosselin, 32, father of eight and star of the precarious reality series Jon & Kate Plus 8, isn't letting anything slow him down in his quest to act like a wild frat boy with indiscriminate tastes. A mere 20 days after announcing his divorce from Kate Gosselin, his wife and mother to his eight children, Gosselin was seen globe-trotting with his new girlfriend, party girl Hailey Glassman, 22. Gosselin enjoyed sporting his new badass Ed Hardy duds while smoking and drinking with his new gal pal in France.

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Celebrity Style Mashup: Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett

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Jul 14, 2009 by Pam Gaulin

It's impossible to mention Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett without considering their contributions to fashion. Farrah's casual yet hip look from her Charlie's Angels days, and Michael's clothes adorned with crystals are back in vogue. Where Farrah Fawcett's style is soft, with beige and shell hues and soft edges, Michael's was about contrast, flash and edginess.

Casual Elegance of Farrah Fawcett: The Beauty
Farrah Fawcett's natural beauty was enhanced by her understated and softly colored wardrobe. She could make any white or light color look like gold. A pair of casual, off-white pants with a pair of platform heels and collared shirt were all she needed for a day or night on the town.

Farrah Fawcett looked just as beautiful and elegant in a pair of jeans, a red blouse and a pair of Nike roller skates. No matter what she wore, her accessories were minimal, and she let her movie star smile and fabulous hair accessorize her look. Highlight your best feature every day, or go pop star style and accessorize your wardrobe like a star, similar to Michael Jackson.

Borrowing from Michael Jackson: The Beat
The popularity of the Swarovski crystal has not waned since Michael Jackson first came into his own, wearing that infamous red leather coat. It is more popular today than ever before, and can be found on boots, hair accessories, shirts and jackets. Wearing an ornate necklace is one way to add extravagant shine to your wardrobe, and get noticed, pop star style.

He wore black and white frequently, in a way that has been emulated frequently by pop star Gwen Stefani. Gwen Stefani often sports black and white, striped or not, or black and red stripes. Contrast is key for pop star style, and when you want everyone to notice you walk to your own beat.

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Celebrity Gossip: The Passing of Three Beloved Stars

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Jul 6, 2009 by Rebecca White-Glanders

Some people say that when celebrities die, they tend to die in groups of three. Unfortunately, that has proven true during the last week, as entertainer Ed McMahon, actress Farrah Fawcett and pop superstar Michael Jackson passed away.

Two of the deaths were not entirely unexpected. Ed McMahon, 86, died after battling cancer and suffering a bout of pneumonia. Actress *Farrah Fawcett*'s heart-rending battle with cancer had become publicly known over the last several months. Fawcett's ex and father of her child, Ryan O'Neal, had expressed he and Fawcett's desire to marry in the face of her worsening condition. Unfortunately, they never got the chance. Fawcett passed away shortly after being readmitted to the hospital.

But the death which was most unexpected has also had the biggest impact: that of international pop superstar turned recluse Michael Jackson. Sympathy and fan tributes have poured in from all over the globe since Jackson's recent death, with radio stations who barely gave his music airtime playing it non-stop. Jackson, 50, was rushed to the hospital after he stopped breathing. Apparently, he never regained consciousness. An initial autopsy was unable to determine a cause of death; Jackson's family have requested that a second autopsy be conducted. Either way, his death came at an ironic time, when he was preparing for what was to be his international "comeback" tour. There are more questions than answers for his family and friends. Was his declining health to blame, or was it a dependence on prescription drugs? Was he simply not strong enough to be preparing to go on tour? And, most importantly, what will happen to his three children now that he is gone? Although most of Jackson's family and friends believe Katherine, Michael's mother, is the best candidate to raise the three children, Jackson's ex-wife Debbie Rowe is the biological mother of his two oldest. Her parental rights were terminated, and later restored. If she sues for custody, it could mean a nasty and protracted legal battle.

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Clothing Rules: Gloves for your personality

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Jan 30, 2009 by Stephanie Modkins

Guess what? Winter is around the corner. As a result, many people will be motivated to buy a lot of hot chocolate, watch It's a Wonderful Life and slip on a pair of gloves. The only problem is that with the latter act, they won't care what they look like as long as the gloves keep them warm. Of course, this is very practical in nature, but not very fashionable. Just as with any other accessory, the right pair of gloves can add to or take away from an outfit.

Gloves are a small accessory that can make you look put together or like a fool. Need an image? Think Michael Jackson. When he first flaunted an intricately designed glove on one hand, people went wild. They bought copycat gloves and walked around feeling hip and cool. However, fast forward to today and the same people wearing their Michael Jackson gloves look ridiculous, especially if they have the matching jacket. It's a prime example of why it's important to follow a few rules when it comes to selecting the right pair of gloves. Here are a few rules to get you started:

Rule #1 - Select a pair of gloves that are of the same material as your coat. Leather gloves go well with leather coats. Cotton gloves look smart with cotton sweaters or wraps. Get my drift?

Rule #2 - Keep it simple when it comes to gloves. Rhinestones and other baubles on gloves were fine in the 80's, but look silly today. So don't do it. Select gloves with patterns or other non-gem like designs if you want a little excitement.

Rule #3 - Select a pair of gloves that fit. How do you know? You know that a glove fits well if all of the fingers fully cover yours and the end of the glove falls slightly over your wrist. It should do this without a lot of tugging or pulling.

These three rules are the basic ones you should follow when it comes to gloves. So push that old Michael Jackson glove toward the back of the drawer. Wear it only when you are going to a costume party dressed up like him or at home while playing one of his old records.

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Celebrity Gossip: Pam and Mike, Heidi and Lauren, Tiger's New Baby, and Miley Cyrus' True Inspiration

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Sep 12, 2008 by Becky

Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought that these two
celebrities would end up going out on a date together, but I guess
anything is possible in Hollywood. The latest odd couple
in Tinsel town is none other than Pamela Anderson and Michael Jackson.
It seems that the date was arranged by their respective people (most
likely agents) and all done in secret. However, witnesses from the
restaurant state that the couple really seemed to hit it off, and it
seems that Michael even asked Pamela out for a second date. What I want
to know is what do the two possibly have in common - besides plastic
surgery?

Hill's vixen, Heidi Montag's clothing line, may be
outselling Lauren Conrad's at Kitsons, but that doesn't mean that
designers are clamoring for her to wear their stuff. In fact, word is
that designers frequently send free items like dresses, sweaters and shoes
to the other stars of The Hills, like Lauren Conrad and Audrina
Patridge, but they don't really want their clothes associated with the
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt name. Ouch.

Tiger Woods and his
wife Elin Nordegren are expecting baby number 2! Tiger Woods announced
the happy news on his web site. The couple just welcomed their first
daughter, Sam Alexis Woods last summer.

And Brett Ratner,
director extraordinaire, recently spilled the beans about the true
inspiration for Miley Cyrus' hit song, 7 Things. Apparently the whole
song came about because of her ex-boyfriend, Nick Jonas, the youngest
member of the Jonas Brothers. Brett talked about going to Miley Cyrus'
house and even being able to see Miley's "ex-box" - you know that box
that everyone keeps after a break-up with things that your ex gave you.
Now here's the clincher - Brett Ratner never mentioned any names in his
interview with MTV, but he did give a rather big hint to anybody
familiar with the Jonas Brothers. He said that Miley Cyrus wore her
ex's diabetes necklace in the video. Of course, Nick Jonas was
diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes not too long ago.

Sources: Mirror - http://mirror.co.uk, People - http://people.com<!-- text:end//-->, Fox News - http://foxnews.com

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