Oprah turns 69! See the stars who attended her impromptu birthday party
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Oprah turns 69! See the stars who attended her impromptu birthday party

Happy Birthday, Oprah! What started as a party for someone else, ended with all eyes on O – the talk show host celebrated her 69h birthday at the 25th anniversary of Anastasia Beverly Hills. Anastasia Beverly Hills makeup brand Anastasia Beverly Hills celebrated 25 years as a makeup brand this weekend. Owner and founder Anastasia…

True Blood alum Rutina Wesley comes into her own with Oprah-produced Queen Sugar
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True Blood alum Rutina Wesley comes into her own with Oprah-produced Queen Sugar

Are Rutina Wesley and Anna Paquin friends? The True Blood co-stars go way back, Hollywood-wise–but now, with Queen Sugar, Rutina has stepped into her own leading role. It’s not something that Rutina takes lightly, particularly when her new show is being produced by no less a titan than Oprah Winfrey. Though Rutina and Anna hadn’t…

Rico Suave’s daughter responds to flubbing Miss USA question
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Rico Suave’s daughter responds to flubbing Miss USA question

The daughter of 90s pop star Gerardo, Nadia Mejia, was able to poke fun at herself after flubbing on a question about the economy during the televised portion of last night’s Miss USA competition. The current Miss California caught a bunch of grief on social media for providing the following answer after being asked about…

LINKS MTV remembers Diem Brown, Punky Brewster pregnant again, two more celeb anti-vaxxers…
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LINKS MTV remembers Diem Brown, Punky Brewster pregnant again, two more celeb anti-vaxxers…

THE SUPERFICIAL – Tom Cruise Wants Oprah To Help Him Yell At Leah Remini DLISTED – Punky Brewster Is Pregnant For The Fourth Time CELEBITCHY – Mindy Kaling responds to criticism that she’s not embracing diversity enough THE BLEMISH – Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel Join the Ranks of Celebrity Anti-Vaxxers REALITY TEA – RHOA…

VIDEO Jay Williams, father of 34, lands OWN spinoff with Iyanla Vanzant
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VIDEO Jay Williams, father of 34, lands OWN spinoff with Iyanla Vanzant

Jay Williams, the father of 34 children by 17 different mothers, has more work to do with Iyanla Vanzant. After appearing on an episode of Iyanla: Fix My Life last September, Jay and the life coach are teaming up again for a full OWN series. “The Iyanla spinoff will center around Atlanta resident Jay Williams,…

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M.I.A. says ex Diplo was jealous, Oprah called her a terrorist

A few weeks ago M.I.A. shared an old photo her ex-boyfriend Diplo posted of them during happier times, but that didn’t stop her from slamming both him and Oprah in a new Rolling Stone interview. She says the DJ “shat on every good thing that was happening to me, and I just didn’t enjoy it…

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VIDEO Jermaine Jackson says Michael Jackson would ‘die all over again’ over recent releases

It’s been more than five years since Michael Jackson passed away from cardiac arrest, but the King of Pop’s music and influence are still very much alive as recent endorsement deals as well as posthumous music and video releases have brought in hundreds of millions of dollars. But, Michael’s brother Jermaine Jackson recently revealed to Oprah Winfrey that he doesn’t think his older brother would be happy about what is being released — at all!

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Oprah tells Lindsay Lohan to “cut the bullsh*t” in first ‘Lindsay’ trailer

OWN has released the first official look at Lindsay Lohan’s reality show Lindsay and it looks pretty darn fascinating! Check out the 2-minute teaser for a series that promised to be a look at a celebrity trying to rebuild a publicly tarnished life that actually becomes more of a documentary about the difficulties of trying to piece together a show when your subject is Lindsay Lohan.

VIDEO Kim Kardashian, Oprah, Carol Burnett and more sang So Long, Farewell for Jay Leno
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VIDEO Kim Kardashian, Oprah, Carol Burnett and more sang So Long, Farewell for Jay Leno

A number of stars turned out to bid farewell to Jay Leno during his final night hosting NBC’s Tonight Show. One of the highlight was a performance of So Long, Farewell by Jack Black, Kim Kardashian, Chris Paul, Sheryl Crow, Jim Parsons, Carol Burnett and Oprah…

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Iyanla Vanzant’s journey from lawyer to ‘Iyanla, Fix My Life’ guru

The phrase “life coach” probably causes a lot of people to roll their eyes, but one woman has made a career out of being exactly that. On OWN’S Iyanla, Fix My Life, Iyanla Vanzant fixes everything from friendships and marriages to the lives of rap stars (DMX) and reality starlets (Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Sheree Whitfield). But what qualifies her to do so?

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VIDEO Robin Thicke blames Miley Cyrus for VMA controversy in Oprah interview: ‘I’m the twerkee!’

Robin Thicke hasn’t said much about his now-infamous performance with Miley Cyrus at the MTV Video Music Awards, but in a new interview with Oprah airing later tonight, he makes one thing clear: it was all Miley’s fault. Keep reading to watch the preview clip in which Robin refers to himself as the victimized “twerkee” and see our exclusive look at how it might look if Oprah was the target of a drive-by Miley twerking!

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VIDEOS Big Brother 15’s Candice Stewart on Oprah show ‘Searching For…’

Yesterday CBS revealed the 16 cast members who will be living together in the Big Brother 15 house, at least one of which is no stranger to having her personal life broadcast to millions on the small screen. Candice Stewart (who was the first African American woman to win Miss Louisiana) was featured on the Oprah Winfrey documentary series Searching For… with Pam Slaton in February of 2011. Keep reading to watch the emotional scene in which 26-year-old Candice meets her birth mom for the first time and shows her a scrapbook of childhood photos. Plus, a “catch-up” interview with Candice and her mom in which Candice reveals a little bit about her biological father as well!

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Beyonce tells Oprah why she fired her father Mathew Knowles

Two years ago, Beyonce and her family were plagued with rumors of family tensions and during that time, Beyonce chose to sever ties with her father — at least professionally. Now, Beyonce is finally opening up about why she had to let her father go and how she has since mended their relationship.

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Oxygen announces Fat Girl Revenge reality series

As part of the Television Critics Association Press Tour the Oprah-founded Oxygen network, who brought us such fine reality programming as Bad Girls’ Club and All My Babies’ Mamas, announced yesterday that it will be adding several new shows to its 2013 lineup, including a the reality show Fat Girl Revenge. “This is not another weight loss or makeover show, it’s a series about settling the score after the pounds have been shed,” the press release begins. “Each episode follows two new inspiring and unapologetic women, who were once discounted, humiliated and rejected because of their weight, as they stand up to their bullies and finally get even.” Keep reading for the full description from the Oxygen press release.

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Justin Bieber says he’s closer than ever to girlfriend Selena Gomez

Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez have been dating for almost two years now and according to Justin, they are closer than ever. Although there have been rumors that the two are on the verge of a break-up over jealousy issues, it sure didn’t sound that way when Justin sat down with Oprah Winfrey and dished on their relationship.

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Usher to replace Cee-Lo on The Voice? (Also, he told Oprah he has sex to his own music)

We’ve got two items of Usher news up. Number one is US Weekly says Usher and Shakira are going to replace Cee-Lo Green and Christina Aguilera on The Voice next season. (via Straight from the A)

Number 2 is Usher told Oprah he likes to have sex to his own songs.

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VIDEO Kelsey Grammer says he ‘owed’ ex-wife Camille Grammer fame

Kelsey Grammer infamously had an affair with his now-wife Kayte Walsh while still married to Camille Grammer. The former couple, who have two children together, have been split for more than two years now, but his Real Housewives of Beverly Hills ex is a huge part of his conversation with Oprah Winfrey on the upcoming episode of Oprah’s Next Chapter. Keep reading to watch a preview clip in which Kelsey says he felt he owed Camille fame for enduring their marriage and his infidelity.

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VIDEO A tearful Rihanna tells Oprah that Chris Brown needed help

On Sunday Oprah will be airing her anticipated one-on-one interview with pop superstar Rihanna. Oprah has let out a teaser of the sit down and it’s all about Chris Brown of course. See the brief clip that reveals an extremely emotional Rihanna explaining her position following the domestic abuse she suffered at the hands of Brown.

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Oprah interview: Kim Kardashian is aware she’s famous because of a sex tape, is Kanye her fairytale?

In the second part of her interview with Oprah that Oprah herself described as “perfect,” Kim Kardashian talked about her relationship with Kanye West, and how she feels about fame and her image.

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Kim Kardashian so eloquent about failed marriage Oprah ‘could weep’

It’s quite a statement about the current state of affairs in television when Oprah Winfrey’s network is seriously struggling while the Kardashians keep trucking on with ratings gold. One met the other last night as Oprah featured the Kardashian clan on her show Oprah’s Next Chapter. The headliner was Kim Kardashian of course as last night viewers were given the rather strange site of a very serious Oprah interviewing a very serious Kim K. The big topic was the reality TV mega-star’s failed marriage to Kris Humphries. See a clip from the interview and read the statement that Kim made which caused Oprah to declare, “That is so perfect I could weep.”

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VIDEO Preview of Oprah’s interview with Whitney Houston’s family

Oprah Winfrey has taped an interview with members of Whitney Houston’s family. Included in the exclusive sit down is Whitney’s daughter Bobbi Kristina, her sister-in-law, Patricia Houston, and her brother, Gary Houston. Catch a preview and find out why Bobbi Kristina trusts Oprah.

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Whitey Bulger Arrested in California after 16 years on the run, Daytime TV campaign worked

Never underestimate daytime TV and social networking. After putting Whitey Bulger near the top of their Most Wanted list for 16 years, the FBI just learned what Oprah has known all along: prime time is over rated. It only took the FBI’s innovative campaign, which included airing PSA’s during shows such as Dr. Oz and…

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How did Lady Gaga top Oprah on the Forbes Celebrity 100 List?

When you look at the 2011 Forbes Celebrity rankings, the first thing that pops out at you is that Oprah isn’t on top and Gaga is. A little closer look at what put Gaga on top uncovers something very interesting about this year’s rankings. If you look at salaries, Oprah’s $290 million dwarfs Gaga’s measly $90 million. And when you look at the television ranking, Oprah is still number one. So, what gave Gaga the edge?

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VIDEOS Beyonce performs “Run the World (Girls)” on Oprah’s farewell show

Oprah Winfrey held her last show “Farewell Extravaganza” at the United Center in Chicago last night with a roster of guest star appearances that included Tom Hanks, Madonna, Dave Chappelle, Tyler Perry, Tom Cruise and Halle Berry. But perhaps the most anticipated appearance of the night, and by most accounts the one that drew the most applause when she came out (aside from Oprah herself), was Beyonce, who performed her new single “Run the World (Girls)” wearing a sexy black and white tuxedo leotard. Keep reading to watch a couple audience recordings of the performance, including a good look at Oprah (who does run the world) really getting into the groove!

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Bruce Springsteen to appear on Oprah Winfrey Network

In a wonderful bit of news Bruce Springsteen and Oprah Winfrey will be coming together via Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network in a recently launched TV series entitled Master Class. Read on for the news that Oprah revealed via her Twitter feed and find out more about OWN’s show that promises to be compelling T.V.

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VIDEO: Oprah’s ‘Farewell Season’ trailer

Oprah Winfrey is set to embark on her final season of The Oprah Winfrey Show. The debut episode was way back on September 8th, 1986 and the show’s title was “How to Marry the Man/Woman of Your Choice.” Since that moment the show and the woman it is named after have forever changed the face of television. This last run is being called “The Farewell Season” and Oprah is promising that it will be the biggest and best season ever. Check out the trailer and revisit some of those O hair styles!

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HOprah Winfrey? Kitty Kelley book claims Oprah had sex for money

In the latest biography on Oprah Winfrey by Kitty Kelley the talk show host’s sister-in-law Patricia claims Oprah used to get her out of the house with a Popsicle and then would have sex with boys for money! Well, not sex – Oprah used to call it “The Horse.” Giddy up padner!

Keep reading for all the juicy details, including Oprah’s cousin who says her claims of being molested and dirt poor are exaggerated!

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VIDEO – Conan O’Brien almost joined Jay Leno and Oprah in Super Bowl ad promoting David Letterman’s Late Show

The last two people anyone expected to be sitting on the same couch are David Letterman and Jay Leno, but the Super Bowl is a magical game. Sunday night the entire US almost choked to death on their pretzels and chicken wings when Letterman told Oprah that he was having the worst Super Bowl party…

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‘Precious’ was a breakout box office star this weekend pulling in $1.8 million from only 18 theaters

Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire opened with a bang in three U.S cities (Atlanta, New York, and L.A.) this weekend, pulling in $1.8 million in 18 theaters. For those of you like me who can have a little trouble with math, that’s a whopping $100,000 per theater. A Christmas Carol, which finished…

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[VIDEO] Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry present Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire – Watch trailer

Oprah may not have been able to secure the Olympic bid for Chicago, but she is getting some traction promoting Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire. The movie, which is also backed by Tyler Perry, and guest stars Mariah Carey, is about an HIV-positive, obese teenage girl (Gabourey “Gabbie” Sidibe) living in the…

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Family Secrets: Mackenzie Phillips was raped by her father, John Phillips

People beat Oprah to the punch! The celebrity news site reported that the shocking family secret Mackenzie reveals in her book High on Arrival is that she had an incestuous relationship with her father, John Phillips from the Mamas and the Papas. Mackenzie confirmed the story to People, imploring everyone to not hate her father….