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MUG SHOT PHOTO Rodney Atkins arrested allegedly trying to smother wife with a pillow

Country music superstar Rodney Atkins was arrested last month in Tennessee for domestic assault after he allegedly tried to smother his wife, Tammy Atkins, with a pillow. Rodney has filed for divorce since this incident and is insisting that Tammy made it all up. Read the he said / she said in this bitter divorce and the disturbing alleged details as Tammy explained them from that evening.

UPDATE – Rodney Atkins mug shot photo added!

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Dolly Parton deemed hottest female country artist of all time

Needless to say I was pretty stoked to see Miss Parton on Men’s Health’s, “The 100 Hottest Women of All Time.” She was actually the only female country artist to appear on this list. So Shania, Carrie Underwood, Faith Hill, Loretta Lynn and the rest ya’ll will just have to stand to the side and observe what the magazine deems to be the hottest female in country music history! Read on for two great pics and some fabulous quotes from Dolly that back up this honor.

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Demi Moore explains why she is still @mrskutcher

I will finally be able to rest at night now that Demi Moore has explained why she still uses the Twitter handle @mrskutcher following her publicized split from Mr. Kutcher. Apparently tweet-peeps were wanting more from Moore and were constantly peppering her with requests to change the name of her Twitter account. I’ll admit it’s a little odd but in the big scheme of things this ain’t that big a deal. Or is it? Read on for Demi’s sarcastic answer as to why she’s still @mrskutcher.

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VIDEOS Teen Mom 2 S2 E2 After Show and bonus footage break down

It’s Wednesday which means it’s time once again for our weekly break down of the Teen Mom 2 After Show and bonus footage. This go around we have Kailyn and the subject of her untenable living conditions with her mom and boyfriend, Chelsea and her inability to say no to Adam Lind, Jenelle with the best quote about Kieffer Delp I’ve ever heard and Leah discussing the difficulty of going through Ali’s appointments without help from Corey.

Bonus: See Kailyn as she gets her back tattoo as a dedication to Isaac including a big ol’ image of the final work!

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Miley Cyrus on breast enhancement rumors: ‘Boobs grow people’

On Sunday pop star Miley Cyrus turned quite a few heads with a cleavage revealing dress that she rocked at the CNN Heroes event. She looked amazing but rumors popped up once the images from the red carpet hit the web about possible breast enhancement procedures. Read a plastic surgeon who believes she’s had work done, see a photo from the event and read Miley’s flat out Twitter slam.

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VIDEO Teen Mom 2 cast Us interview: Leah Messer talks engagement with Jeremy Calvert

Is Leah Messer getting engaged to Jeremy Calvert? Why can’t Chelsea Houska let Adam Lind go? Why does Jenelle Evans still return to Kieffer Delp? Get the deets to these answers and more in the following interview video our gals did for Us.

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AUDIO Miley Cyrus and Ke$ha covers do Bob Dylan justice

Stand back everybody who knows that the sun’s not yellow it’s chicken and that man thinks because he rules the earth he can do with it as he pleases. This self-described Bob Dylan fanatic has dove head first into repeated listenings of Miley Cyrus’ and Ke$ha’s covers for the Chimes of Freedom Amnesty International 50th Anniversary Bob Dylan covers release and the verdict is in…

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VIDEO MUG SHOT Man records mother-in-law shooting him

Salvatore Miglino had a premonition things might get tense when he went to pick his 3-year-old son up from his mother-in-law. He decided to record the pre-scheduled pick up with his iPhone and what followed will unquestionably go down in the worst mother-in-law hall of fame record book. See Salvatore’s shocking video that he made with his iPhone that documents his mother-in-law shooting him with a pistol.

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VIDEOS 2 sneak peeks from tonight’s Teen Mom 2 episode

It’s almost time for the 2nd episode for season 2 of Teen Mom 2 and I’ve got 2 sneak peek videos for you to enjoy too. That’s a bunch of deuces! Check out Leah as she visits the Dr. to get a check up on baby Ali’s eyes and see Kailyn as she finds a note from her mom’s boyfriend that sends her over the edge.

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Duggar family to hold memorial for 20th child Jubilee Shalom

Following the sad news of a miscarriage for their expected 20th baby Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are having a memorial for Jubilee Shalom on Wednesday. Read Jim Bob’s comments and why the sad news was made more bearable by the very special celebration of child 19’s 2nd birthday.

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Why did Lowe’s pull ads for All-American Muslim?

Home improvement mega-chain Lowe’s is receiving some serious backlash after caving to pressure from the Florida Family Association and removing ads from TLC’s All-American Muslim. Read Lowe’s explanation of their decision, find out why this group would want Lowe’s to pull advertising from the show, see a video of the FFA’s founder David Caton and read part of an angry letter written by a California state Senator in response to what he labeled, “Utter nonsense and religious bigotry.”

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MUG SHOT Fake doctor kills man by injecting penis with silicone

Coming on the heels of the insane story of fake Dr. Oneal Morris and the transgender’s fix-a-flat butt enhancements we have fake Dr. Kasia Rivera. Rivera was having a “pumping party” and injected silicone into 22-year-old Justin Street’s penis which caused him to die the next day from a silicone embolism.

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VIDEO Justin Bieber duets with ‘cool Prez’ on Christmas song

Forget Mariah Carey, The Band Perry and Usher, Justin Bieber went next level on Sunday by doing a holiday duet with none other than President Obama. That’s right all you Beliebers out there, The Biebs is taking on all comers this holiday season following the release of Under the Mistletoe. This latest gig was part of the annual Christmas in Washington performance as Bieber appeared along with other celebrities including host Conan O’Brien and Jennifer Hudson. See the performance and let us hope that Malia wasn’t under the mistletoe when Justin was around – talk about your national scandals!

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MUG SHOT Tulsa woman arrested for cooking meth in a Walmart

In a move that even Breaking Bad’s Jessie Pinkman wouldn’t try, Alisha Halfmoon of Tulsa, Oklahoma got her cook on at a local Walmart. Get all the details on this insane story that includes Alisha’s full mug, the mixing of starter fluid and sulfuric acid and a police officer who suffered chemical burns from her concoction.

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PHOTOS Katy Perry, Matt Damon, Val Kilmer filming for SNL

Check out some randomly awesome candid photos of Katy Perry, a homeless looking Matt Damon, Val Kilmer and a bag of Depends filming a piece for Saturday Night Live. Katy has traded in her musical guest hat for the hostess with the mostess role. As for Damon with a scruff and long hair, Kilmer and the Depends… I have no idea!

Bonus I’ve got the full clip from Katy’s infamous earlier SNL skit where she wore an amazingly tight Elmo t-shirt poking fun of her Sesame Street cleavage ban.

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VIDEO Octomom getting 6-figures for life advice show OctoTV

If you’ve been searching for the right life coach to help guide you let me suggest Octomom! Someone has stepped up, or down according to your vantage point, and signed Nadya Suleman to a 6-figure deal to star in a weekly internet show to be called OctoTV. This show will air each Sunday via Ustream and it will center around Octomom giving out advice and discussing such topic as, “Parenting, fitness, diet, nutrition, shopping on a budget and all those crazy rumors.” See a bried preview video posted by OctoTV for a taste of what to expect from her latest venture.

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Hefty K-Fed hospitalized filming ‘Excess Baggage’

K-Fed has apparently been well fed lately as he’s appearing in a weight loss show in the land down under. The show is called Excess Baggage and it’s very much like Celebrity Fit Club which Federline participated in state side last year. Find out why Federline had to be hospitalized and how he’s doing now with his apparently new career of losing weight.

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West Virginia not so wild about MTV’s ‘Buckwild’

MTV has ordered 12 episodes of a docu-series that will follow the lives of recent high school graduates from West Virginia to be called Buck Wild. While you may think that folks would get excited to hear that MTV would be featuring their state you’d be wrong on this one. Read on for the premise of the show and find out why residents and the state itself ain’t so wild about Buck Wild.

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12-year-old hostage Facebooks “may die 2day” before mother kills her

In a horribly sad situation 12-year-old Ramie Marie Grimmer Facebook posted “may die 2day” hours before her mother fatally shot her. She and her younger brother were being held hostage at a Laredo, TX social service office after their mother became upset that they were denied food stamps. While being held hostage young Ramie made updates to her Facebook page including the tragically prophetic one.

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MUG SHOT Jerry Sandusky arrested, has not made bail

Jerry Sandusky was arrested on Wednesday following new sexual abuse charges involving two additional accusers.

These new accusers testified before a grand jury that Sandusky molested or raped them over a period of years. When taken into custody at his home Sandusky was wearing a Penn State windbreaker. His mug shot was captured at the Centre County Correctional Facility in Bellefonte, Pa., after his arraignment, because he was unable to fork over the $250,000 bail.

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VIDEO MythBusters accidentally fire cannonball through neighborhood

Even experts like MythBusters’ Jamie Hydeman and Adam Savage make mistakes from time to time. The only difference for these dudes is that their accident sent a cannonball hurtling at 1,000ft/s through a concrete wall, over a hill, into and out of a house, across a street, off of a roof, and eventually ending up in a minivan that was parked only minutes previously! See a great local news report about what will have to be the most watched episode in MythBusters’ storied history.

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VIDEOS Teen Mom 2 S2 E1 After Show and bonus footage

Last night our girls from Teen Mom 2 got things started for another season on the roller coaster ride of being a young mother. Each Wednesday following the show we like to do a quick break down of the After Show and include the bonus footage that MTV provides. Leah, Jenelle, Kailyn and Chelsea filmed the interviews after the season was over and they usually provides some interesting bonus insights on what they think of what happened during each episode. For the premiere Jenelle talks about her anger issues and Delp, Chelsea talks about her love for Adam, Kailyn drops a hint that maybe she and Joe could one day be a family again with Isaac and Leah talks about why she wanted to get out and get to work.

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VIDEO Jersey Shore reclaims America with season 5 ‘Official Trailer’

Jersey Shore has unleashed the trailer for season 5 as our guidos and guidettes get back to GTL, drinking, fighting and catching crabs! Check it out as we’re reminded in a wind storm of Jerseylicious footage why we love or love to hate our Seaside Heights crew so damn much!

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MUG SHOT What it looks like if you try to rob an ultimate fighter at gun point

Anthony Miranda, a convicted felon, has learned a valuable lesson the hard way. Never attempt to rob an ultimate fighter at gun point and let your attention stray. When you see his full page mug shot, he looks exactly like he should and that ain’t good! Get the deets on how it was too much greed that really sealed this scumbag’s fate.

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Jersey Housewife Melissa Gorga does some stripper rumor bud nippin’

Jersey Housewife Melissa Gorga is fed up with the rumors that she was a stripper and she’s gathered proof and a lawyer to come after detractors. Read on to find out why what Gorga’s bringing is enough for this blogger to declare Gorgagate officially over.

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VIDEO Chelsea Houska, Kailyn Lowry Irwin on Good Morning America

Tonight is the night when deuces are wild as the second season of Teen Mom 2 hits the airwaves of MTV. In a little promotional big city action cast members Kailyn Irwin and Chelsea Houska sat down with the fine folks of Good Morning America to talk about the upcoming season and how their lives have changed since their 16 & Pregnant episodes.

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Beverly Hills Housewife Kim Richards enters rehab again

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast member Kim Richards has entered rehab again. Read on for the latest deets including her past attempt at rehabilitation, her sister’s accusations of her being an alcoholic and the cocktail of prescription drugs the former child actor has admitted to taking.

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Former Miss USA Rima Fakih offers interesting reasons for DUI arrest, Twitter denial

Former Miss USA Rima Fakih was arrested early Saturday morning in Detroit for driving under the influence. Fakih is a Michigan native and represented the state during her victorious run in 2010. While it’s certainly disappointing to hear that she was arrested the real story here is attempts at denying what happened followed by the most recent explanations provided by her attorney. Read a Twitter post in which it was denied she was even in the state and more on this latest beauty pageant winner scandal.

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Farrah Abraham spotted out with rumored new boyfriend Marcel Kaminstein

Teen Mom Farrah Abraham can certainly multitask! While the young mother has been busy waging Twitter war with the Kardashian family she’s also apparently got herself a new man. Abraham was spotted out by the Teen Momarazzi holding hands and having lunch with one Marcel Kaminstein, who was identified as her boyfriend, in Miami on Sunday. Find out about Farrah’s apparent new beau including photos and bio info.

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Kris Humphries wants to avoid divorce at all cost

As we previously reported Kris Humphries has filed for an annulment hoping to wipe the slate clean of his marriage from Kim Kardashian. He is claiming fraud stating that he believes that Kim never really loved him and that it was all a show for her show. Kim has argued this claim stating that she really loved him. This move sets up the possibility for a serious legal battle but sources are stating it’s Kris’ religious convictions and not money or bitterness that has lead him to want to annul the marriage. He’s so motivated on this front he actually has a plan B as well in hopes of avoiding a divorce.

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Why I believe Jim Valvano’s legacy and spirit can beat cancer

Read a recollection of N.C. State’s 1982-83 Men’s Basketball championship team and why I believe through what that team accomplished as led by head coach Jim Valvano that one day we’re gonna beat cancer. Jim said in his unforgettable ESPY speech, “Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.” His team that accomplished the greatest upset in American sports history personified that ideal and reflected the indomitable spirit of a man with enough guts to believe that he could take cancer head on and make a difference.

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Brad Pitt assuages suicidal actor at Moneyball screening

At a special screening for the film Moneyball an actor revealed to the audience that he was struggling with suicidal thoughts and that the film gave him a renewed sense of hope. Star of the film, Brad Pitt, was in attendance and he showed why he’s such a sought out and beloved actor by going above and beyond to help console this obviously struggling young man.

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VIDEO ABC’s ‘Work It’ is an unfunny redux of ‘Bosom Buddies’

Somewhere deep in the halls of the corporate networks very important suits spend hours, day, weeks, even months going over pilot after pilot trying to find that next smash hit. Feelers are put out and through a thoughtful process we are given what they deem to be the best of the best. Having just witnessed the teaser promo for ABC’s comedy Work It I’m left with one question…

What the freak happened here!?! See the promo for “Work It” and decide for yourself if you believe this show is doomed even before its January 3rd premiere.

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VIDEO Lady Gaga and Sugarland wow on “You and I” for Grammy concert

CBS had a concert last night to coincide with the nominations for this year’s Grammy Awards. Lady Gaga kicked off the show with her version of “Marry the Night” but it was her duet with country music’s Sugarland that stole the show. See the amazing and energetic duet for Gaga’s hit single “You and I” as #Sugaga left us with a rare, memorably wonderful live TV music moment.

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Adriana De Moura confirms 2nd season of Real Housewives of Miami

Brazilian brunette bombshell Adriana De Moura has verified after much prolonged speculation that there will indeed be a second season of The Real Housewives of Miami. This certifies one extremely important fact to take note of on the reality TV horizon, we will be getting more Mama Elsa Patton and that could never, ever be a bad thing! Get the deets on who will not be returning and how the show will try to right the ship after a rough first season.

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Student snaps candid photo of Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln

I would argue that Daniel Day-Lewis is the greatest actor of the last 25 years. I would also argue that Abraham Lincoln was the greatest President in American history. I would further argue that Stephen Spielberg is one of the 10 greatest film directors in American cinema history. That’s a ton of arguing and hyperbole but let me tell you when I heard that Day-Lewis was going to portray Lincoln in Spielberg’s biopic of the 16th president I collectively lost my marbles. I’m not prone to look ahead in anticipation of films but this is an exception.

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Mindy McCready denies stealing her son Zander is seven months pregnant with twins

Stories move fast in today’s landscape! Before I could tell you that country music singer Mindy McCready and her 5-year-old son Zander were the subject of a Florida Department of Children and Families missing persons report she has emailed Access Hollywood denying that she has “stolen her child.” Find out why she was ordered to return her son to his father’s home by Thursday and read her statement about the situation.

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PHOTOS Courteney Cox flashes cougar panties

Courteney Cox is no longer with David Arquette so she and her black lace panties decided to head out to exclusive Beverly Hills restaurant Spago on Monday. While exiting her car the veteran actress fell victim to an amateur trick as the paparazzi caught a full bloomer revealing shot. Courteney should have known better but I’m glad she didn’t!

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Stanley from The Office drops sexified video for “2 Be Simple”

Everything about the video for Leslie David Baker’s “2 Be Simple” is perfect Stanley Hudson, his crossword wielding indifferent character from The Office. Stanley is nonplussed and immovable in his ability to maintain a curmudgeonly air except for his quasi-secret love life. Thanks to this video bomb from the world of LDB we get a full taste of what Stanley’s life is like outside the confines of Dunder Mifflin.

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Mob Wives season 2 primer: Promo video, poster, new cast member and arrests

I figured I’d do a little checking to see what my Staten Island fairies have been up to and holy freakin’ crap Drita D’Avanzo, Renee Graziano, Karen Gravano and Carla Facciolo have been busy. Instead of breaking this all up I figured I’d just give a big ol’ here’s what’s up with the upcoming 2nd season of the breakout reality hit Mob Wives on VH1. Check out a new promo video and poster, meet the newest addition to the cast, Ramona Rizzo, and find out about the recent arrests surrounding Renee including her father and ex-husband.

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Dr. Conrad Murray sentenced to full 4-years for involuntary manslaughter of Michael Jackson

The sentencing has been issued for Dr. Conrad Murray following his guilty verdict for the involuntary manslaughter of the late king of pop, Michael Jackson. Get the particulars on the sentencing and find out what this will really mean for Murray’s near future.

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Usher’s ex-wife files ‘papers’ for sole custody of children

Usher Raymond’s ex-wife wants her Saks 5th Avenue credit card back. Oh, and sole custody of their kids too.

Tameka Raymond has filed dem papers in Georgia asking that a judge strip the R & B superstar of joint physical custody of their children. Usher and Tameka were married for two years and have two children together, Usher Raymond V and Naviyd Ely Raymond. Read on for the deets and the list of grievances that Tameka is claiming including being cut off from her Saks account, denying her the “special benefits” that card offers.

VIDEO Soldier surprises daughter at school

This is just a clip from all of us here at starcasm as a thank you to our readers following the Thanksgiving holidays. There are some things that don’t tire for me personally and one of them is the ever popular, “soldier surprise” videos. I found this fantastic clip of a father surprising his daughter via WelcomeHomeBlog and it’s sure to bring out a Kleenex or two. We hope you had a great turkey day. Enjoy!

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PHOTOS Who wouldn’t want Jersey Shore on their Christmas tree?

Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree how lovely are your guidos…

The Home Shopping Network rolled out the Seaside Heights red carpet for author and Jersey Shore reality star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and it was a tremendous success. The vertically challenged sensei of GTL sold items like they were going out of the style they were never in. As a special holiday treat Snooki and HSN teamed up with Kurt S. Adler to reveal a limited Jersey Shore ornament collection. Check out Snooki, Pauly D and The Situation as limb danglers here!

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VIDEO Miley “Bob Miley” Cyrus brings more birthday weed controversy

Another birthday and another Mary Jane incident for Disney starlet Miley Cyrus.

On Wednesday Miley celebrated her 19th birthday and someone on hand caught a bit of the celebration on video and Miley made what some are perceiving as a self incriminating stoner statement. Check out the video that arrived at 4:20 via the Pineapple Express that was driven by Cheech and Chong and then read her buddy Kelly Osbourne’s defense of her friend.

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Texas judge William Adams, caught on video beating daughter, suspended

When 23-year-old Hillary Adams uploaded a video to YouTube that showed her father beating her with a belt she unleashed a firestorm of anger against the Texas judge. This has resulted in Adams’ suspension from the bench with pay while he is under investigation. Read on for the latest in the saga of Judge William Adams including his battle with his ex-wife for their joint-custody agreement over their other 10-year-old daughter.

Sugarland sued over tragic Indiana State Fair stage collapse

Country music group Sugarland are being sued for negligence by 44 victims of the horrifying stage collapse that happened just before their scheduled show at the Indiana State Fair this year. Read on for the details of the lawsuit and find out specifically why the duo of Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush have been listed as defendants.

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VIDEO Robyn is the sister wife Meri always wanted in season finale preview

This Sunday marks the season finale for TLC’s fascinating polygamy themed reality show Sister Wives. In a preview video the always candid first wife Meri Brown reveals some pretty heart felt emotions in regards to Kody’s latest wife and her relationships with Christine and Janelle.

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Report: Jason Trawick ring hunting for Britney Spears

Will the 3rd time be a charm for Britney?

According to a report from Radar Britney Spears’ man Jason Trawick is on the hunt for an engagement ring. A source stated that Brit-Brit’s long time boyfriend has been partaking in some serious bling shopping and plans on dropping some bank very soon.

Read on for the latest in the world of Brit-Brit.

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Ali Fedotowsky’s love bites dust in another Bachelorette fail

I think that ABC’s extremely popular Bachelor / Bachelorette franchises might need to change their theme song to the following:

The latest couple who shared that final rose only to watch the pedals slowly wilt, die and flutter away into the winds of brokenheartedness are Bachelorette Season 6’s Ali Fedotowsky and Roberto Martinez. Read on for the official statement and then get some insider information and a summary as to why it just wasn’t in the cards for Ali and Roberto.

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PHOTO Jon Hamm lauds Kristen Wiig as GQ’s sexy Bro of the Year

I usually roll with my natural instincts and the inner me thought Bridesmaids star Kristen Wiig was one sexy mofo. Following her recent nod as GQ’s “Bro of the Year” my feelings have been verified by none other than John Hamm. You can’t do better than Don Draper confirming ones thoughts about the sexiness of a lady. See the sweat inducing lingerie pic of Wiig, read a snippet of Hamm’s write-up and see the hilarious “Lady Business” clip from from SNL featuring Kristen.

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Justin Bieber’s DNA has been submitted

I’m a man who believes in the ideology of democracy and in that vein our readers have spoken loud and clear about Bieber Babygate. Whether you’re inclined to believe he’s the father of Mariah Yeater’s son or not there’s been one persistent vibe, one echoed sentiment that has come across loud and clear….

Just take the freakin’ DNA test and settle it one way or another.

Justin Bieber has done just that. Read on for the deets and why this may be a sitch that requires Jack Bauer.

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PHOTOS Teen Mom Kailyn Lowry’s son Isaac launches clothing line

We all know Teen Mom Kailyn Lowry’s son Isaac is a dapper little diaper dandy so it only seems natural that he would one day get his own clothing line. I just didn’t think that day would come so soon! That’s right, Isaac is now a fashion toddler mogul as momma Kail has announced the launch of the Isaac Elliot Collection via Little Miss Cupcake. See a couple of sharp-dressed-Isaac pics and find out how you can order your very own I.E.C. threads.

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VIDEO Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Total Recall DVD commentary is awesomely bad

Commentaries from actors and directors often accompany the DVD release of major Hollywood films. These can frequently provide insights into the processes and work that goes behind creating cinema. And then there is Arnold Schwarzenegger’s commentary for his classic action film Total Recall. Symbolism and extrapolation be damned as the Governator just literally tells you what you’re watching on the screen. It’s kind of like Mystery Science Theater 3000 minus any snark or irony. See this great compilation video of some of the “best of” from Arnold’s literal translations.

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Springsteen chills with Taylor Swift, to tour in 2012 behind new album

Last night Taylor Swift dominated the AMA Awards taking home the big cheese of Artist of the Year among many other trophies but that pales to getting to hang with none other that Bruce Springsteen backstage! Yes, Taylor lived out my fantasy as the Boss serenaded her with “Dancing in the Dark” and then signed the guitar he played and gave it to her. And in even bigger Boss news Springsteen reveals that he and the mighty E Street Band will be touring while backing up a new album.