Congressman Clay Aiken?
Is American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken considering a run for Congress in his home state of North Carolina?
PHOTOS VIDEOS Mossberg’s line of Duck Dynasty guns includes shotguns, semiautomatic rifle and pistol
Now that Phil Robertson is officially back in the Duck Dynasty fold the family is getting back to what they do second best (behind entertaining millions): merchandising! In addition to t-shirts, bobble heads, duck calls, Christmas CDs, prom dresses and Chia pets, fans of the popular A&E show can soon own their own Duck Dynasty firearms! Robertson family business Duck Commander has teamed up with Connecticut-based gun manufacturer Mossberg for a line of camouflaged weaponry that includes nine different types of shotguns, two rifles (one semiautomatic) and a semiautomatic pistol.
Is Rob Kardashian’s secret son the reason he’s moving to Florida?
Rob Kardashian has reportedly relocated to Florida to get away from the Kardashian business, and it turns out that he may have a secret son there to spend time with. Over the past year Rob has let it slip on social media that he has a son, and has said that he lives in Florida.
PHOTOS Who is Bethenny Frankel’s new man, Michael A. Cerussi III?
Meet Michael A. Cerussi III, aka “Mac,” Bethenny Frankel’s new man. The NYC financier is younger than Bethenny, but similarly successful in business. Thanks to a strong pedigree, he’s likely also unfazed by Bethenny’s money…
EXCLUSIVE Brian Dawe responds to Dr. Jenn Berman with more fake Farrah Abraham relationship info
After Couples Therapy counselor Dr. Jenn Berman denied any knowledge that Farrah Abraham and Brian Dawe’s relationship was staged, Brian presented us with more evidence — including a photo of the girlfriend he claimed to have all along.
RODEO GIRLS Is bikini barrel racing a real thing?
A&E’s new reality series Rodeo Girls clearly believes in the motto “If you’ve got it, flaunt it” as its cast of five easy-on-the-eyes barrel racers have clearly “got it” in the form of barrel racing skills and sex appeal — both of which were clearly flaunted in the third episode titled “Bikinis or Bust” featuring a few of the gals participating in a bikini barrel racing event in hopes of taking home a $5,000 custom saddle. So, is bikini barrel racing a real phenomenon on the professional rodeo circuit? This diligent blogger did the research and has the answers! (With photos of course.)
PHOTOS Meet Tone It Up’s Katrina Hodgson’s husband, Brian Scott
Meet Brian Scott, the (admitted) third-wheel on Bravo’s new show, Toned Up. The fiancé to Tone It Up co-founder Katrina Hodgson, Brian managed to live with two ladies while filming the reality show. More about his and Katrina’s relationship — including photos from their August wedding.
The Walking Dead Mid-Season 4 official poster revealed
Arguably the most anticipated show of 2014 has released its first teaser image, as The Walking Dead has revealed its official Mid-Season 4 poster. Check out the ominous visage of Rick and Carl as well as a brief trailer for the upcoming 2nd half premiering February 9.
REPORT Taylor Swift shot down by Douglas Booth, Romeo and Juliet star
English actor Douglas Booth won’t play Romeo in Taylor Swift’s love story! Despite Taylor’s advances, friends say the Romeo and Juliet star is uninterested in anything beyond a friendship.
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REPORT Real Housewives of New York in danger of cancellation
Is the end of an era just around the corner? Sources report the second longest-running series from the Real Housewives franchise is in danger of cancellation if the upcoming season isn’t a ratings success.
REPORT The Bachelor’s Juan Pablo Galavis had child support issues
On Sunday night hunky former soccer player Juan Pablo Galavis is set to start handing out his roses for the 18th season of The Bachelor. Juan Pablo is portrayed by the network as a dedicated single dad but a recent report citing official court documents might paint Galavis in a different light.
PHOTO Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott quell cheating rumors with New Year’s pic
Days after a major tabloid published an exclusive interview with a woman who claimed to have an affair with Dean McDermott, Tori Spelling stood (or, rather, laid) by her man with a time-stamped New Year’s 2014 photo. Still, rumors of Tori and Dean’s marriage problems persist…
PHOTOS VIDEOS Maci Bookout celebrates New Years in Miami
Former Teen Mom star Maci Bookout is celebrating the New Year with a vacation in sunny Miami and earlier today the paparazzi caught up with her and gal pal Hope Black chillaxing on the beach. Keep reading for the The Teen Momerazzi shots, personal pictures from her Southern Florida getaway and even a couple brief video clips including Maci showing off her dance moves!
Kim of Queens’ Kim Gravel throwback pageant photos as Miss Georgia 1991 and more
Tonight is the premiere of Lifetime’s newest reality series Kim of Queens starring Kim Gravel as a the tough love pageant coach with a heart of gold who tries to transform unpolished young Southern gals into beauty queens. In honor of Kim’s national television debut I thought I’d put together some throwback photos from her pageant career (as Kim Hardee) that included taking home the title of Miss Georgia in 1991 at the young age of 19.
PHOTO North West holding Kim Kardashian’s engagement ring sums up Kim’s 2013
Kim Kardashian paid tribute to 2013 with a photo of her daughter North West holding mom’s HUGE diamond engagement ring in her tiny hand. Kim captioned the picture, “It was an amazing year!!!” Keep reading to see the full photo, read Kim’s year-end message to fans and watch a fan-made tribute video to Kimye through the years.
Fresh Prince’s James Avery dead at 68
Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star James Avery has died at the age of 68. The actor is best-known as “Uncle Phil,” but played a number of notable roles throughout his career. He was remembered on Twitter by his TV son, Alfonso Ribeiro.
PHOTOS Even Stevens’ Christy Romano weds screenwriter
Former Disney star Christy Romano wed her screenwriter boyfriend in a New Years Eve ceremony. See photos and get details from the classy affair…
PHOTO Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting wed on New Years Eve
With the bride in a blush pink Vera Wang gown and the groom in traditional black, Kaley Cuoco and Ryan Sweeting rang in the new year with a wedding! See what Kaley said about her new status…
Miley Cyrus covers up for New Year’s Eve
As Miley Cyrus put it, she’s ending 2013 “modestly” with a sequined gold pantsuit and full fur coat.
PHOTOS Meet Dwyane Wade’s baby mama Aja Metoyer
It was just recently confirmed that NBA player Dwyane Wade had a son towards the beginning of last month, just weeks before he proposed to his now-fiancee Gabrielle Union. Keep reading to meet Aja Metoyer, a 30-year-old mother of two three who has two daughters by Damon Wayans, Jr. Plus, see what is believed to be the very first public photo of Aja and Dwyane’s son Xavier!
Why we drop a ball on New Year’s Eve
It just isn’t a New Year in the U.S. without the ubiquitous ball drop from Times Square in NYC every year. How did this tradition get started?
VIDEO Chicago mom’s all-natural booty measures 7 feet around
Sarah Massey has one goal for 2014: Putting her big behind behind her. The Chicago mom recently explained big booties run in her family, but she wants to shed a few inches from her rear, which measures 84.5-inch around.
PHOTOS It’s a holiday celebrity bikini round up!
As we all get ready to ring in the New Year, many of our celebrity favorites are vacationing in warmer climates (because they can) and rocking out their bikini bods while doing so. Our image feed has been peppered with all this holiday skin and we figured it would be downright selfish not to share ’em with our readers. Enjoy Friends friends Jennifer and Courteney, Charlize, a stunning Stephanie Seymour at 45 and more!
EXCLUSIVE Brian Dawe says Farrah Abraham relationship faked for Couples Therapy
Confirming what many suspected all along, Brian Dawe exclusively revealed to Starcasm that his “relationship” with former Teen Mom Farrah Abraham was solely for the purpose of appearing on VH1’s Couples Therapy. Keep reading for all the details, including an email sent from Brian to show producers before filming began in which he explains that the relationship was fake.
Young EMT suspended for taking lifesaving action
Stephen Sawyer, a 20-year-old New York EMT, was suspended for safely driving an ambulance to an emergency even though policy mandates drivers must be 21. The squad responded by suspending him, which has outraged the community.
Eve engaged to British designer Maximillion Cooper
It’s a Christmas “Eve” proposal! Read on for the details on rapper-actress Eve’s engagement.
PHOTOS Kim Kardashian makes fashion statement skiing with Kanye West, Kourtney Kardashian + a caption contest!
Hidden within a photo set of Kim Kardashian, Kanye West and Kourtney Kardashian skiing may be my new favorite celebrity image. Check it out and tell us how it should be captioned!
VIDEO Reporter Brooke Graham rallies after passing out cold
Brooke Graham of KUTV showed the kind of dedication that would make Ron Burgundy proud in a video that is going seriously viral. The Salt Lake City area reporter was doing a live segment on cross-country skiing when she quickly got tipsy and passed out cold, landing with an audible thud in the snow. See the video, get Brooke’s reaction to the live incident via her blog and see a GIF we created of the “TIMBER!”
List of titles being added to Netflix streaming on January 1, 2014
The beginning of the new year brings a bit of good news/bad news for Netflix streaming subscribers. We shared the bad news earlier in the form of a list of more than 80 TV show and movie titles that will no longer be available to watch online after the ball drops ringing in 2014, but now we’d like to offer up the good news in the form of another rather impressive list of titles that will be added to the Netflix streaming catalog effective January 1, 2014!
Netflix deleting 80+ movies and TV shows January 1 including Titanic, Braveheart, Kids In The Hall
Due to licensing agreements, on January 1, 2014 Netflix will be losing the rights to such classic films as Titanic, Top Gun, Braveheart, In The Name Of The Father, Flashdance, Platoon, and Requiem For A Dream as well as entire television series such as the 1960s cult classic Dark Shadows and sketch comedy game changer Kids In The Hall. Keep reading for a complete list of the more than 80 titles that will be gone by the end of the week!
Dwyane Wade fathered son during break from now-fiancée Gabrielle Union
When a couple takes a relationship break, there are inevitably certain issues to work through. But, for Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, those issues became a whole lot more complicated when the NBA star fathered a son with another woman…
MUG SHOT 16 and Pregnant’s Weston Gosa arrested yet again
16 and Pregnant Season 1 star Weston Gosa has once again run afoul of the law in Floyd County, Georgia, and as a result, we have yet another addition to his ever-growing hairbrush-averse mug shot collection! Keep reading for details on his most recent arrest as well as a timeline of his previous memorable moments in front of the police booking camera.
VIDEO Despite harsh words about ‘Botoxed idiots,’ Lily Allen makes good points about Hollywood
Lily Allen didn’t mince her words in a recent interview when talking about her impression of Hollywood: “I arrived and it was a bunch of sterile f**king Botoxed idiots that stank of desperation.” More from her interesting interview…
Beyoncé responds to space shuttle tragedy sampling controversy
Beyoncé pulled a fast one on the world this month when she digitally dropped her self-titled new album with absolutely no prior warning. The collection of songs debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts and quickly became one of the most acclaimed releases of the year. While praise has been fierce for Queen Bey’s bold new work, there’s also been a fair share of criticism involving the album’s lead single “XO,” in particular the sampling of audio from the 1986 space shuttle Challenger disaster that claimed the lives of all 7 crew members aboard. Read what a widow of one of the Challenger crew members had to say, see the video for the song which includes the sampled intro, get Beyoncé’s response and let us know if you think she showed poor judgment in using the recording in question.
Bruce Jenner does things to spite Jenner women, son Brody Jenner says
Who knew a ponytail could say so much? According to Brody Jenner, Bruce Jenner’s new hairdo is a declaration of independence intended to spite his estranged wife, Kris Jenner.
MUG SHOTS Chrissy and Mr. Jones’ Chrissy Lampkin arrested for assault after bloody bar brawl
If I’ve learned anything from five years of blogging about pop culture and the off-screen shenanigans of reality show stars it’s that if you’re ever in a bar in New Jersey and you recognize someone from a reality show then you need to get out quick because somebody’s about to get hurt and/or arrested! Such was the case in the AM hours Sunday morning at the Spirit Lounge in Edgewater, New Jersey where a bloody brawl led to the arrest of Chrissy & Mr. Jones star Christine “Chrissy” Lampkin.
Wife stabs husband with squirrel for failing to procure Christmas beer
44-year-old Helen Ann Williams from North Charleston, South Carolina sent her old man out on a b-double-e-double-r-u-n late on Christmas Eve. After learning that her hubby had returned empty-handed because the store was closed she got so mad that she allegedly stabbed him with a squirrel. Read on for this squirrelly tale of one woman’s need for her Christmas spirits!
1st photo from Gone Girl movie starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike
20th Century Fox’s big screen adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s wonderfully entertaining, brain-whiplash-inducing suspense novel Gone Girl about the disappearance of main character Amy Dunne is one of the most highly-anticipated films of 2014, and the production company wet the whistles of fans with the first photo of Ben Affleck as Amy’s husband Nick Dunne as well as Rosamund Pike as Amy Dunne, albeit in the form of a “Missing” poster.
PHOTOS Paris Jackson celebrates Christmas with mom Debbie Rowe, friends
New photos of Paris Jackson show her looking happy, healthy and — best of all — like a carefree teenager. Plus, details on Paris’ Christmas celebration with mom Debbie Rowe and her family getaway to Hawaii.
Brain surgery triggered 140-lb gain for girl who now needs gastric bypass
Alexis Shapiro, 12, gained 140-lbs. after surgery for craniopharyngioma. She now has hypothalamic obesity and requires gastric bypass. The surgery isn’t covered by her family’s insurance plan, but strangers touched by her story have donated nearly $57K in the course of two days.
Jon Gosselin blasts “a**hole” Kate Gosselin, gets philosophical about “sh*t”
Jon Gosselin, who is cast for the upcoming season of Couples Therapy on VH1, played the ol’ “hate on Kate” card to drum up a little attention for himself and possibly the show in a recent interview. In addition, the 36-year-old parsed out a bit of his worldly wisdom in regards to finding oneself and the brand that is “Jon Gosselin.”
Kris Jenner wanted Khloe Kardashian to get a nose job when she was nine
Khloe Kardashian revealed in the new latest issue of Cosmo UK that her momager Kris Jenner thought she needed a nose job when she was only nine.
PHOTOS Robin Roberts comes out by thanking her fans and long time girlfriend Amber Laign
In a Facebook post today, popular Good Morning America host Robin Roberts acknowledged she is gay for the first time by thanking her “long time girlfriend, Amber.” The thank-you note was a subtle, classy way to confirm persistent questions about Robin’s sexuality. Of course, it’s also raised a whole new set of questions about Robin’s lady… We get to bottom of some of those.
PHOTOS Britney Spears’ Planet Hollywood residency, Piece of Me, opens to positive reviews
Smoke and mirrors. Numerous costume changes. Mario Lopez on a leash… Britney Spears’ Piece of Me show had all the makings of a Las Vegas hit! See pictures from the opening night, plus how the show was reviewed.
A&E ends Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson’s suspension
Reverse! A&E executives announced today that they will allow Phil Robertson to return to Duck Dynasty for filming. The network also plans to create public service announcements with the Robertson family that promote tolerance.
PHOTOS Kim Kardashian’s rubbing her ugly Christmas present from Kanye in our faces
You know the saying that money can’t buy you good taste? Kanye West’s Christmas present to Kim Kardashian and her subsequent use of that gift is proof. Check out the $$$ Hermes Birkin bag with customized artwork that Kanye gave his betrothed for the holiday…
The Little Couple’s Jen Arnold shares cancer updates, chemo photo
Earlier this month The Little Couple star Jennifer Arnold revealed that she was battling stage 3 uterine cancer and the 39-year-old neonatologist and mother of two has been keeping fans updated on her condition through the holidays via Twitter with lots of photos, including one of herself smiling with no hair that was accompanied by the tweet, “Day2 inpatient chemo- sleeping alot, liking new anti nausea med this time, & looking to get home today! #GetWellJen” Keep reading for more from Jen!
PHOTO Miley Cyrus claims hijinks are for show, proceeds to makeout with Cara Delevingne
Let’s get this straight: Miley Cyrus kissed a girl, but only because her audience likes it! The twerking superstar explained this week that she isn’t really a Molly-popping sex freak. She also addressed Joe Jonas’ accusations that she introduced him to pot.
Modeling photos of Nadine Belfort, wife of the real Wolf of Wall Street
Before she was Jordan Belfort’s wife and long before she was renamed “Naomi Belfort” in Martin Scorsese’s Wolf of Wall Street, Nadine Belfort was a successful model and Miller Lite girl. See her in action in photos and throwback Miller Lite commercials from 1990…
Basketball Wives’ Evelyn Lozada and Carl Crawford are engaged
A baby and a wedding for Evelyn Lozada and MLB star Chad Crawford! The pair, who just went public with their relationship earlier this month, got engaged over Christmas with a massive diamond ring… See the photo.
PHOTOS Simon Cowell and pregnant Lauren Silverman on the beach in Barbados
The X Factor judge Simon Cowell and his pregnant girlfriend Lauren Silverman put the “tide” in Yuletide by jetting off to Barbados for the Christmas holiday. The happy couple was photographed strolling the beach holding hands — Simon, 54, showing off his infamous furry chest and Lauren, 36, putting her growing baby bump on display in a black one-piece swimsuit. Plus, Simon tests out his daddy skills by holding a baby boy!
Kanye West takes a vow of silence
During his last Yeezus show on Monday in Toronto, Kanye West vowed to stay silent on controversial issues for “six months.” We’ll see if he stays true to that promise.
Is Justin Bieber really retiring?
Justin Bieber tweeted about retiring on Christmas Day, but left his fans confused by following up with tweets suggesting he wasn’t going anywhere. What’s the deal?
PHOTO Is Breaking Amish’s Sabrina High pregnant?
Breaking Amish super couple Abe Schmucker and Rebecca Bylar made headlines this year when they revealed Rebecca was pregnant again during the Brave New World: “The Shunning Truth” reunion special, and the internet is abuzz with rumors that the Breaking Amish family might be expanding once again!
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VIDEO Extended Couples Therapy super trailer
The fourth season of VH1’s Couples Therapy doesn’t premiere until January 2, but VH1 is giving fans an extended sneak peek at what we can expect this season with a nearly-five-minute-long extended preview trailer! In the clip we get a CliffsNotes overview of the struggles faced by the five four and a half couples featured on the show as Wu-Tang Clan’s Ghostface Killah wrestles with infidelity, Jon Gosselin continues being haunted by Kate Gosselin, The L Word‘s Whitney Mixter and Sara Bettencourt try to reinvigorate their relationship, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills‘ Taylor Armstrong tries to salvage her self and regain trust after being in an abusive relationship with her ex, and Teen Mom‘s Farrah Abraham tries to deal with being stood up by her boyfriend as she becomes the first celebrity to appear on Couples Therapy by herself.
PHOTOS Gypsy Sisters’ Mellie Stanley’s baby album
Tonight’s the night “Hellie Mellie” becomes a mom on Gypsy Sisters. Cameras were on-hand and caught the first few moments of baby Richard’s life. Check out some of the best shots…
JWoww is pregnant!
Jenni “JWoww” Farley and fiance Roger Mathews have a Christmas present for everyone: they’re expecting their first child! Jwoww shared the happy news on her blog on Christmas day with a sonogram and a jubilant message.
PHOTOS Meet the couples from TLC’s 90 Day Fiancé Season 1
Before the show premieres, get to know the couples from TLC’s 90 Day Fiance. The docu-series follows “mail-order brides” and their fiances as they decide whether to wed or split before the ladies’ K-1 visas expire.
VIDEO Joseph and the Virgin Mary’s ’16 and Pregnant’ episode
In honor of Christmas, here’s an MTV-style retelling of the story of the birth of Christ with the Virgin Mary’s episode of 16 & Pregnant. How much more of an intro do you need?
PHOTOS Modern Family’s Sofia Vergara, 41, stuns in thong bikini
Hot dang! Modern Family‘s Sofia Vergara let fans know there’s almost a full moon down in Mexico with two photos of her in thong-style bikinis.