Young Yeezus! Rare childhood picture of Kanye West
A forum user posted a never-before-seen photo of a young Kanye West, taken when the future rap star was living in China with his mom. Plus, new details on what Kanye was like as a kid.
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Catfish’s Nev Schulman scores book deal for In Real Life
Movie star, television producer and now author! Nev Schulman added to his resume this week by scoring a major book deal with Grand Central Publishing. Get the details on In Real Life, including its release date!
Is Tom Cruise romancing fellow Scientologist Laura Prepon?
Overseas tabloid Grazia ran a story claiming that Tom Cruise had taken Orange Is the New Black star Laura Prepon, a fellow Scientologist, on a couple of dates in Los Angeles and that the actor was on “Cloud Nine” and “the happiest he has been since his divorce from Katie Holmes” afterwords. Get the alleged details of the rendezvous and then hear what Cruise’s rep had to say about the report.
PHOTOS Keith Urban cuts off his hair
Keith Urban made a drastic change to his look this week during a visit to the stylist. See what he looks like now plus why the change is such a big deal for the country rocker.
Jennifer Love Hewitt gives birth, secretly marries Brian Hallisay
Surprise, surprise! Literally! Jennifer Love Hewitt has given birth to a baby girl AND secretly married her fiance and former The Client List co-star Brian Hallisay! In addition to a heartfelt congratulations from one of her biggest fans, let me say… Well played J-Love, well played indeed. Keep reading to find out what J-Love and Bri-Love named their little bundle of joy!
Nigella Lawson allegedly used cocaine, pot, pills daily
Celebrity chef and author Nigella Lawson made headlines when she was photographed being choked by her art collector/advertising executive husband Charles Saatchi at a London restaurant back in June. The couple later split and officially divorced in July, but now a fraud case involving two of Nigella Lawson’s assistants may be shedding new light on just what happened with their relationship and what the infamous choking incident may have been about. According to allegation made by the assistants in court, Nigella allowed the use of her husband’s credit card in exchange for their silence about her rampant drug use!
PHOTOS Meet The Bachelor’s Lucy Aragon, Snapchat co-creator’s girlfriend
Lucy Aragon is sure to be one of the most fascinating women going after Juan Pablo Galavis’ heart on the upcoming season of The Bachelor. But, SPOILER, she fails. Doesn’t seem like she’s too torn up about it, though… Her rebound guy has an impressive resume.
Malcolm in the Middle’s Frankie Muniz suffers second mini-stroke
Former Malcolm in the Middle star Frankie Muniz suffered his second “mini-stroke” or transient ischemic attack (TIA) in less than a year. The poor guy previously opened up about his first mini-stroke, which he suffered in late 2012…
Teen Mom 2’s Leah Calvert creates the Aliannah Hope Foundation
Leah Calvert revealed she’s starting the process of creating the Aliannah Hope Foundation, which will benefit a number of children. First on her to-do list? Create t-shirts. To create a proper foundation, however, the process will be much more complex. (We also tossed some cute new pictures of the family into this post for good measure!)
Rumors about O.J. Simpson being Khloe Kardashian’s biological father surface again
There’s been speculation for years about the identity of the real biological father of Khloe Kardashian. According to a recent article, O.J. Simpson’s manager Norman Pardo claims he has a possible answer to this reality TV riddle. O.J.’s manager believes O.J. might be the father! Find out what the imprisoned football player’s rep had to promote — I mean — say, how Kris’ sister acknowledged the possibility and Kris Jenner’s straightforward reply.
Britney Spears is happy and in love with David Lucado
Britney Spears is in love again after splitting from fiance Jason Trawick this January. “I’m in love … I like the fact that [Lucado is] very stubborn and he’s stuck in his ways,” 31-year-old Spears told Entertainment Tonight of boyfriend David Lucado. “He’s just a simple man. I adore him. He’s really funny and he’s really passionate. I love the fact that anything he’s involved in he’s passionate about and it’s contagious.”
Blonde is the new brunette for Orange Is the New Black’s Taryn Manning
Praise the Lord, Pennsatucky’s done gone blonde y’all! Orange Is the New Black actress Taryn Manning, who plays everyone’s favorite meth head turned evangelist Tiffany “Pennsatucky” Doggett on the Netflix original series, shocked fans when she appeared on the red carpet at the International Emmy Awards last night with platinum blonde hair instead of the mousey brown we’re used to seeing on screen. Plus, check out Taryn’s OITNB co-stars Danielle Brooks (Tasha “Taystee” Jefferson) and Jackie Cruz (Flaca) all glammed up for the event. Oh, and in a giggle-inducing fetish moment for me, Pennsatucky celebrates her new Daenerys Targaryen inspired look by posing with Ned Stark!
Everything you never wanted to know about Courtney Stodden and Doug Hutchison’s sex life
I don’t know about you, but as soon as I heard Courtney Stodden and Doug Hutchison are splitting, my first thought was “Now we can finally hear about their sex life! Yippee!” Thankfully, Courtney isn’t even waiting until she’s moved out of their marital house before bashing her soon-to-be ex-husband. (Please, please note that sarcasm.)
Why Kanye West doesn’t appear on Keeping Up With the Kardashians
Kim Kardashian’s fiance and baby daddy Kanye West makes scant appearances on her family’s reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Is it because he wants to stay private, or is there another reason?
Trophy Wife’s Malin Akerman, rocker Roberto Zincone split
After welcoming their first child together in April, son Sebastian, Trophy Wife actress Malin Akerman and rocker Roberto Zincone are splitting.
Thor’s Chris Hemsworth rescued at sea with pregnant wife and daughter
While on location for Ron Howard’s movie about a shipwreck in the 1820s, actor Chris Hemsworth and his pregnant wife found themselves in a real shipwreck situation! If that’s not method acting…
LISTEN Jamie Lynn Spears releases country song ‘How Could I Want More’
Although Jamie Lynn Spears is obviously following in her big sister Britney’s footsteps to some degree with her debut album due out soon, Jamie’s also heading down a slightly different path in that she’s eschewing the electronic dance beats and synthesized pop in favor of the toned down twang of traditional country music. Or at least that’s what we must assume after hearing the debut single “How Could I Want More” released earlier today — a wonderfully understated ballad about overcoming the insecurity and irrationality of the human heart, which often wants more than plenty, especially when it comes to love. Keep reading to give it a listen and sing along with the lyrics!
Brittany Murphy’s mom breaks silence, disputes poison claim with scathing open letter
Brittany Murphy’s father, Angelo Bertolotti, made headlines when he came forward recently claiming that his daughter and her late husband Simon Monjack might have been poisoned. Now Brittany’s mom, Sharon Murphy, has responded in an open letter that infers Bertolotti is out for money, was a deadbeat dad and is a liar. Get a timeline of events in relation to Sharon’s major actions since her daughter’s passing as well as highlights from her recent reply.
Pink, Carey Hart sued by paparazzo who was ‘humiliated’ for trying to photograph their unclothed daughter
One paparazzo is trying to laugh his way to the bank… And I really, really hope he fails. After Pink and Carey Hart accused the photog of being a pedophile for attempting to photograph their unclothed daughter, the photographer is suing the couple for damages.
Miranda Lambert responds to weight loss surgery reports
Country singer Miranda Lambert showed off her thinner figure at the 47th Annual CMA Awards earlier this month (photo above) and of course her weight loss spawned stories in the tabloids that she had surgery to help her lose the weight. Miranda took to her website earlier today to address those reports directly with a frustrated statement clarifying that she did not have any sort of surgical procedure and that she lost it the “good old fashioned way” by “watching what I eat and working out.”
MGM greenlights Road House remake, world shakes its damn head
Hollywood didn’t seem to learn from Red Dawn that it doesn’t make any sense to try to remake a Patrick Swayze movie as the 1989 cult classic action flick Road House joins a queue of Swayze remakes in the work that includes Dirty Dancing and Point Break. The reboot will reportedly be directed by Rob Cohen, who launched The Fast and the Furious franchise and directed other big budget action films such as xXx and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor. Keep reading for my Road House fanboy take on this latest ridiculously atrocious venture.
VIDEO Big Bang Theory’s Jim Parsons suckling from a wolf in 2003 Quiznos commercial
Before landing his role as Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory, Jim Parsons suckled from a wolf in a 2003 Quiznos commercial. Watch the ad and see what Jim says about the experience.
Clint Eastwood’s daughter regrets drunken Vegas wedding to Jonah Hill’s brother
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas unless you get married alongside an Elvis impersonator and decide to change your mind a week later. And so it is for Francesca Eastwood, the daughter of Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood, who got hitched in sin city a week ago Sunday to Jordan Feldstein, the brother of actor Jonah Hill and the manager of sexiest man alive Adam Levine. Find out how this real life Hangover situation went down and why sources say Eastwood is already regretting her decision.
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann welcome twin boy and girl — see their names!
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann welcomed their fifth and sixth children into the Biermann Bunch early this morning. Find out the little girl and little boy’s names, plus what Kim says about the names’ significances.
Dr. Conrad Murray: “Michael Jackson accidentally killed Michael Jackson”
Over the weekend the Daily Mail published an exclusive and extensive interview with Dr. Conrad Murray, the 60-year-old who was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in relation to Michael Jackson’s death. Throughout the piece Murray repeatedly claimed his innocence and made a number of bizarre statements while doing so. Get highlights from the confessional including his thoughts on how Jackson died and how he highlighted just how close their relationship was by explaining how and why he would put condoms on the late king of pop.
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PHOTOS Who wore it best? The all white AMAs red carpet edition
It seems “white hot” was the unplanned theme for the American Music Awards red carpet this evening as numerous celebriladies opted to wrap themselves in clinging colorless couture. Check them all out and see which woman you think wore white the best! We will kick things off with celeb du jour Miley Cyrus, who wore…
VIDEO What did Miley Cyrus do for the AMAs?
A newly 21 Miley Cyrus was the last to take the stage at the 2013 American Music Awards. After twerking at the VMAs and smoking a blunt at the EMAs, viewers were eager to see what Miley would do next. She didn’t fail to shock!
VIDEO PHOTOS Lady Gagadiva literally rides in on her high horse at AMAs
Lady Gaga has been receiving criticism over the past few months for taking herself and her ARTPOP “movement” a little too seriously, and the singer seemed to poke a little fun at herself (jut as she did as host of Saturday Night Live) by arriving at the American Music Awards literally riding her high horse. It wasn’t an actual horse, of course, of course, it was more of some kind of Star Wars stormtrooper horse powered by two human beings (aka interns).
Is TLC’s Breaking the Faith fake or real?
TLC drew a lot of criticism for its Breaking Amish reality series after it was later revealed that all of the cat member had left their respective Amish and Mennonite communities long before taping began. As you might expect, when TLC announced they would be airing a similar series based on former members of the controversial Warren Jeffs led FLDS (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) titled Breaking the Faith (premiering tonight at 10/9c), many were skeptical just how truthful the series would be. Judging from evidence gathered so far, it appears TLC is sticking to their tried and relatively untrue formula by casting actual former FLDS members, but then having them act out a scripted narrative.
Why did Josh Brolin go to rehab?
45-year-old Josh Brolin, who has recently made headlines for alcohol-fueled mischief, has checked into rehab, US Weekly reports.
VIDEO Boy stops pre-teen boot camp drill sergeant cold with response on Jenny Jones
In this video clip from an old episode of Jenny Jones a pre-teen boot camp drill sergeant is taught a valuable lesson about scaring a kid straight: your intimidating rhetorical question might be perceived in a different light by a young kid. In other words, someone can call your bluff when you didn’t even realize you were all in…
REPORT Financially strapped Tori Spelling has 3 nannies for her 4 kids
In Tori Spelling’s recent memoir Spelling It Like It Is the actress and daughter of TV mogul Aaron Spelling revealed how her family had fallen on difficult times financially and that she was having to relearn a more cost-efficient way of living. She even noted the she and husband Dean McDermott’s plans to have a vasectomy had to be cancelled because they couldn’t afford it. Sounds like tough times for Tori except for the whole 3 nannies situation…
Who is Sosie Bacon, Miss Golden Globe 2014?
During the upcoming Golden Globes on Jan. 12, Sosie Bacon will be seen but not heard… But she still hopes it will promote her own acting goals. Learn more about the celebrity daughter.
WIN! Zappos.com responds to Kanye West’s ‘sh-t product’ comment
After Kanye West called out Zappos.com CEO Tony Hsieh for selling “sh-t product,” Zappos.com fired back by actually listing a $100,000 Sh-t Product. So far, the reviews for Sh-t Product are excellent!
PHOTOS 17-year-old Abigail Breslin poses topless for Tyler Shields
Is that you, Little Miss Sunshine? Although she’s just 17, Abigail Breslin stripped down for a provocative photoset with celeb photographer Tyler Shields. See what Abigail and Tyler said about the shoot…
Lena Dunham twerks on a gravestone in Girls Season 3 trailer
Girls is back for a third season. SPOILER ALERT: these priviledged twentysomethings are still struggling to find themselves in a confusing world.
PHOTO Rosie O’Donnell Photoshopped her own swimsuit picture to prove point
Two Photoshopped pictures, two very different reactions. See why Rosie O’Donnell is being applauded for sharing a Photoshopped picture of herself while Miranda Kerr was harshly criticized.
Liam Hemsworth “much happier” post Miley Cyrus, credits Jennifer Lawrence
In an interview with the Associated Press in promotion of his film Catching Fire, actor Liam Hemsworth talked about how he’s doing since his split with Miley Cyrus and how his costar Jennifer Lawrence has helped him find perspective. Read Liam’s statement about being much happier, the kind things he had to say about Jennifer and comments Lawrence made in regards to Miley’s decision to twerk with a dwarf. In addition, see a great pic of Liam and Jennifer having a little twerk-free dancing fun during the Catching Fire New York City premiere on Wednesday.
PHOTO Scrubs’ Zach Braff photobombed a couples’ wedding picture
In what he admits is one of his best photobombs ever, Scrubs actor Zach Braff showed up behind a German newlywed couple in their wedding photo.
VIDEO Lamar Odom admits to cheating on Khloe Kardashian, seems high in rap video
Just when it seemed like Lamar Odom was getting his life in order, he’s suffering what is possibly his biggest setback yet: In this newly leaked video, the former NBA star is seen rapping about doing drugs, cheating on Khloe Kardashian and racial profiling. Worst yet, it was reportedly taken this month.
Pilot killed in mysterious Nashville crash named Taylor Swift as next of kin
The mysterious last flight of 45-year-old Canadian Michael Callan still has investigators at a loss as there appears to have been a total breakdown of the systems in place to detect, and possibly prevent, this type of situation. Now it’s being revealed 3 weeks after the fatal crash of his small plane that Callan had listed Taylor Swift as his next of kin. Find out about Callan’s fatal flight that found him hundreds of miles off course and what Swift’s representative and Callan’s sisters had to say about his next of kin notification.
2013 Duck Dynasty Christmas Special photos: The Robertson family, Godwin and all the rest
In the third and final installment of our Duck Dynasty Christmas Special Robertson family photo album we present… the entire Robertson family! And more! Happy, happy, happy holidays y’all!
2013 Duck Dynasty Christmas Special photos: Uncle Si as a wise man plus Missy, Jase and Phil
In part two of the Duck Dynasty Christmas Special photo album we have the show’s resident guru Uncle Si playing the part of a wise man in the Robertson family Nativity Scene stage production as well as Jase and Missy Robertson with family patriarch Phil Robertson all chipping in!
2013 Duck Dynasty Christmas Special photos: Willie, Korie and Sadie as Joseph, Mary and an angel
The charismatic Robertson family of Monroe, Louisiana wrapped up the fourth season of their hugely successful reality series Duck Dynasty back in October but those fans with a serious quack addiction need not worry because the show is returning December 11 for the hour-long Duck Dynasty Christmas Special! Keep reading to see photos from the family’s nativity scene stage production including Willie Robertson as Joseph, daughter Sadie Robertson as an angel and wife Korie Robertson as a very pregnant Mary!
MTV lets Miley Cyrus take over the network for her 21st birthday
There’s no question 20-year-old Miley Cyrus has given a great deal to MTV, including a highly-rated special (Miley: The Movement) as well as one of the most-talked-about MTV Video Music Awards shows ever. So of course the network would want to give the young singer something special to celebrate her 21st birthday coming up this Saturday, but what could it be? How about the network itself! For most of the day anyways…
PHOTOS Hugh Jackman treated for skin cancer
Wolverine star Hugh Jackman shared a photo of his nose bandaged up today via Instagram and explained that he had skin cancer removed. Read what he had to say about the procedure, who suggested he get it looked at as well as two recent candid photos taken of the actor that show him with and without a bandage on.
VIDEO TLC’s Breaking the Faith preview trailer
This Sunday is the premiere of TLC’s new series Breaking the Faith which “shares the story of eight young men and women who are trying to build a new life outside of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (known as the FLDS).” Earlier this week we shared photos and bios of all the cast members and today the network released the first extended preview trailer, which is a frighteningly dramatic look at the situations faced by the 5-10,000 people living under the “brainwashing” tactics of the FLDS and its leader, Warren Jeffs.
PHOTOS Pawn Stars’ Chumlee Russell is a taken man
For a “Woman Crush Wednesday” post yesterday, Pawn Stars‘ Chumlee introduced his followers to his girlfriend, Tanya Hyjazi. The two have apparently been hot and heavy for a while… Chumlee even bought his lady a boob job for her birthday!
PHOTOS Infamous cult leader Charles Manson is engaged, gives first wide-ranging interview in 20 years
In his first wide-ranging interview in nearly 20 years, convicted killer Charles Manson spoke about Sharon Tate, his pro-environment causes and “baby on the floor,” Star.
Channing Tatum recreates Jean-Claude Van Damme’s epic split video
Last week Jean-Claude Van Damme showed the world that he’s basically not human with a death-defying split stunt. Channing Tatum has decided to challenge the action star in between takes of the 21 Jump Street sequel.
Jennifer Lawrence wakes from endoscopy hazily talking nuclear bombs, Kardashians, RHOBH
Hunger Games star Jennifer Lawrence visited David Letterman last night and was her usually candid, endearing and self-defecating deprecating self. See the hilarious clip as she reveals her bout with a “fulcer” and see a terrifying visual representation of what J-Law’s subconscious looks like!
Aaron Carter files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, owes $1.3+ million to IRS
Poor Aaron Carter. He just tried to be the flyest kid on the block, the popular one with the rising stock. Instead he spent more than he earned and failed to pay taxes. Now Aaron’s Party is over. See what his rep says about Aaron’s bankruptcy filing…
PHOTO Kendall Jenner has a new boyfriend, but should know he’s trouble
Less than one month into adulthood, Kendall Jenner isn’t wasting any time when it comes to romance! See who she dined with last night, how they met and the likelihood that they’ll work out…
REPORT The Situation targeted in federal felony investigation
GTL used to mean “gym, tan, laundry” for Jersey Shore’s Mike Sorrentino but the latest situation involving The Situation might have the former reality star “getting them lawyers.” A recent report is indicating that The Sitch is at the center of a “massive” federal felony investigation. Find out what the nature of the crimes are believed to be and how it looks like the ball is already rolling as far as subpoenas go.
PHOTO Stevie Nicks on the American Horror Story: Coven set
American Horror Story co-creator, and Stevie Nicks mega-fan, Ryan Murphy revealed last week that “The Reigning Queen of Rock and Roll” would be making an appearance on American Horror Story: Coven this season, joining Lily Rabe’s Nicks-obsessed death-defying witch Misty Day. Not really trying to hold back his fanboy jubilation, Murphy shared a photo earlier today on Twitter and wrote, “She’s here! Stevie Nicks on the set of Coven!”
INTERVIEW Briana DeJesus on Teen Mom 3 Reunion drama and Devoin
Monday night was the two-hour “Teen Mom 3 Finale Special: Check Up With Dr. Drew” and as you would expect, it was jam-packed with daddy and mama drama. Even taking into consideration the dramatic highlight reels from the first season, nothing could compare to the Jerry Springer-esque fireworks between Briana DeJesus and her daughter Nova’s father, Devoin Austin! After the special aired Briana conducted a lengthy interview addressing issues brought up on the episode, including accusations that she and her family team up on Devoin and don’t give him a chance to be a good father.
PHOTOS Rock & Roll Heaven predicts what Elvis Presley, Kurt Cobain and other legends would look like
Elvis Presley, Kurt Cobain, Bob Marley, Janis Joplin and a handful of other rock legends are forever set in our minds as young people taken before their time. If they had lived, the first question for many is what else they would have accomplished. The second question is just what they would have looked like…
Chris Brown had enraged outburst in anger management, could face jail time
Chris Brown is reportedly in jeopardy of facing serious jail time after it was revealed he had a meltdown during his two-week residence at an anger management therapy facility that included objects being thrown and broken. It was reportedly this incident that led to Brown being booted early from the facility, which is contrary to the story put out by Brown that he left to fulfill his community service obligations. A hearing on Brown’s case has been scheduled for this afternoon.
UPDATE – Chris Brown has been ordered to enter an inpatient anger management treatment facility for 90 days. It has also been revealed that the violent outburst he experienced in the facility was during a visit from his mother who was trying to convince him to stay longer. He reportedly threw a rock through her car window!!!
Buckwild’s Salwa Amin pleads guilty to drug charge, shares sobriety struggle with fans
Former Buckwild star Salwa Amin pleaded guilty Monday to one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to deliver a controlled substance stemming from her February drug arrest. The 25-year-old originally faced an additional charge of possession with intent to distribute heroin and oxycodone, but that charge was dropped as part of a plea deal that included Salwa attending inpatient rehab for her addiction — which she has since successfully completed prior to moving into a sober living house. Keep reading to catch up with Salwa, who has been completely open and honest with her fans online about her recovery struggles.
Confirmed! Adam Brody and Leighton Meester are engaged
Talk about teen dreams coming true! Leighton Meester and Adam Brody, stars of two massive teen tele-dramas, are engaged. Get details on their wedding plans and how Leighton reacted to the proposal…