| | |

Alexis and Jim Bellino release statement about Tamra Barney’s comments, threaten lawsuit

ByLindsay

Alexis Bellino recently called her Real Housewives of Orange County co-star Tamra Barney ‘blasphemous’ in her blog after Tamra referred to her as ‘Jesus Jugs.’ Shortly after getting word of Alexis’ accusations, Tamra let loose on Alexis and her husband, calling them ‘faux Christians’ and exposing Jim’s alleged strip club visits with Peggy Tanous. Now, the ball is in The Bellinos’ court and they are fighting back in a big way.

American Pickers Danielle Colby Cushman's Frida Kahlo arm tattoo
| |

PHOTOS American Pickers Danielle Colby shows off huge new Frida Kahlo tattoo

ByAsa Hawks

American Pickers star Danielle Colby Cushman is already one of the most colorful characters (both literally and figuratively) in all of reality television, but the 36-year-old recently added even more color in the form of a huge tattoo of one of her heroes, Mexican painter Frida Kahlo!

| | |

Alex McCord and Simon Van Kempen to appear on Couples Therapy season 2

ByLindsay

Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen haven’t been off TV for long, and already another network has come knocking at their door wanting them on their reality show. It was announced today that the Big Apple duo will be on VH1’s second season of Couples Therapy! This makes them the first axed Real Housewives of New York stars to make a reality TV return. (Though not on a reality show, Jill Zarin will also be returning to the small screen by joining Good Afternoon America for a weekly segment discussing reality TV. Kelly Bensimon, you’re up next!)

|

Mariah Carey officially announced as judge for American Idol Season 12

ByAsa Hawks

It’s been hinted at for some time, but Fox entertainment chief Kevin Reilly made it official earlier today by announcing Mariah Carey will be one of the judges on Season 12 of American Idol. Reilly made the announcement at a meeting of the Television Critics Association, saying that Fox and Mariah had reached a deal only hours before. He then put Mariah on speakerphone and let her talk to the crowd in attendance herself! Keep reading to find out what Mimi had to say as well as a few other interesting details about the Idol Season 12 judges’ table shared by Reilly!

Jacob Artist to portray Jake Puckerman on Glee

ByDarren O

FOX has released some new casting information for the upcoming 4th season of Glee. One of the new featured performers is Jacob Artist who will play Jake Puckerman, the bad boy younger half-brother of the popular character Puck played by Mark Salling. Read on for pics of the seriously handsome young man, see a rare clip of his acting chops and read his tweet expressing his excitement about his new gig.

Tiki Barber and Traci Lynn Johnson wedding photo in The New York Post
| | |

Tiki Barber marries 23-year-old Maxim model mistress after leaving his pregnant wife

ByAsa Hawks

Just in case you were wondering if married dudes in their late 30s are still really fond of blonde bombshells in their early twenties, former NFL player and former sportscaster and former husband and dad and former relevant figure Tiki Barber wed his Maxim model mistress, 23-year-old Traci Lynn Johnson, on Thursday. The ceremony took place just 8 days after Tiki’s divorce was finalized from his wife of 11 years, Ginny Cha — who was 8-months pregnant with twins when Tiki broke things off in 2010.

| |

VIDEO Countess LuAnn caught cheating in St. Barths?

ByLindsay

Countess LuAnn de Lesseps in known for her need to maintain her role as The Countess on Real Housewives of New York. An episode doesn’t go by without her either instructing someone on how to be more classy or expressing her shock at someone’s lack of class which makes this new preview clip even more shocking!

Keenan Ivory Wayans’ ex-wife to join ‘Hollywood Exes’ for season 2

ByLindsay

Keenan Ivory Wayans’ ex-wife is the latest addition to Hollywood Exes. Daphne Wayans will be appearing on the second season of the VH1 show and join fellow ex-wives, Jessica Conseco, Mayte Garcia, Andrea Kelly, Nicole Murphy, and Sheree Fletcher. Daphne and Keenan had been together since 1989 but didn’t marry until 2001. Just three years later, Keenan gave her the boot — in the worst way.

| |

BREAKING Dark Knight Rises shooter James Holmes initial court appearance

ByDarren O

James Holmes had his arraignment hearing this morning for his alleged attack at a midnight showing of The Dark Knight Rises that resulted in the death of 12. Following this hearing the district attorney’s office run by Carol Chambers will have 72 hours from the hearing to file formal charges. In addition this hearing also provided the first look at one of Holmes’ public defenders.

| |

VIDEO Willie Hantz explains BB14 expulsion with the Hantz family

ByDarren O

I bet Big Brother was banking on having themselves a loose cannon in the form of Willie Hantz. As everyone found out immediately after the cast was announced, Willie is the brother of legendary Survivor villain Russell Hantz, and the dude didn’t disappoint the family name. As hamsterwatchers and starcasm readers already knew while the rest of the BB14 community discovered last night, Willie got his Hantz backside tossed to the curb after going noes to nose with chef “don’t back down from a fight” Joe. See the showdown and then get Willie’s side of the story from an interview via enHantzed, conducted by a bunch of other partially shaven tattooed Hantz men.

| |

PHOTO: Pretty Little Liars wins big at Teen Choice Awards

ByStarcasm Staff

We don’t cover Pretty Little Liars enough on this site, and that’s sad because it’s actually a really good show for what it is: a teen mystery soap. But the acting and scripts are well done, the characters are developed, the styling is terrific, and the mystery element is titillatingly executed. Not only that, but it does delve a little deep into the complexities, and different types, of deception. It’s a guilty pleasure you don’t have to feel tooo guilty about.

PHOTOS Lindsay Lohan a hot mess leaving Chateau Marmont

ByAsa Hawks

Lindsay Lohan took a break from filming The Canyons Saturday night to do a little of what she does best — being Lindsay Lohan. LiLo was a bit disheveled as she departed Chateau Marmont and got into her Porsche in the wee hours of the morning Sunday. In addition to looking a bit distressed in one photo, Lindsay also seemed a bit loopy as she attempted to hide her face from photographers with her hands, resulting in an image reminiscent of the “speak no evil” monkey. Plus, find out which classic movie Lindsay wants to remake alongside The Hunger Games star Jennifer Lawrence!

| | | | | | | |

PHOTOS Kyle Richards’ Kyle By Alene Too store pre-opening with cast of RHOBH

ByLindsay

Kyle Richards hosted the pre-opening party for her new store, Kyle by Alene Too, last night in Beverly Hills and it was nothing short of a star-studded event. There were plenty of housewives, househusbands, and even an Entourage star! Although there is plenty of drama going on between the ladies of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, they put their differences aside to support their co-star. Well, for the most part.

The Situation sued for his addiction to prescription drugs

ByLindsay

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino thought he had put his drug use behind him, but now it looks as though its coming back to bite him in his perfectly toned butt. A Florida weight loss company is suing the Jersey Shore star for lying to them about his addiction. And, as usual, The Situation is fighting back with his own suit!

| |

VIDEOS The Hoffmans from Gold Rush Alaska in Guyana, South America to mine for gold

ByAsa Hawks

The Hoffman crew of Discovery Channel’s popular reality series Gold Rush Alaska have spent the last two summer seasons mining for gold in the frigid climates of Alaska and the Yukon of Canada. But, as anyone who watches the show knows, as soon as the snow starts to fall, it’s time to shut down for the winter. So what does Todd Hoffman do? He heads down to check out a claim in Guyana, South America!

VIDEO Dad leaves 4-month-old son and family behind in Colorado theater shooting, later proposes at the hospital after 19-year-old stranger helped them to safety

ByAsa Hawks

Patricia Legarreta and Jamie Rohrs were in attendance at the midnight showing of Batman: The Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, Colorado early Friday morning when a gunman opened fire, killing 12. The couple caught the attention of the media after it was revealed they were at the movie with their 4-month-old son and Legarreta’s 4-year-old daughter. Patricia suffered a minor bullet wound, but both children and Jamie were unharmed – Jamie due in part to the fact that he bolted from the theater, leaving Patricia to tend to the safety of the two children. Keep reading to watch an interview with the couple on Piers Morgan Tonight in which an emotional Rohrs recounts what was going through his mind as he ran from the theater. Plus, it’s revealed he proposed to Legarreta at the hospital where she was being treated for her bullet wound, and she accepted.

|

Willie Hantz evicted from Big Brother 14 house after reportedly headbutting Joe

ByAsa Hawks

It seems reality show villainy runs in the Hantz family! Big Brother 14 contestant Willie Hantz, younger brother of Survivor villain Russell Hantz, was reportedly thrown out of the Big Brother house earlier this evening after exploding in a rage and reportedly headbutting fellow houseguest Joe Arvin! And when we say “thrown out,” we don’t mean evicted, we mean thrown out — for good! Keep reading for all the details!

|

Teresa Giudice: I don’t like Skinnygirl

ByLindsay

Teresa Giudice has never been one to hold back and when it comes to her former Real Housewives counterpart, Bethenny Frankel, it’s no different. In an upcoming episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey, Teresa has some not-so-nice words about Bethenny’s super successful Skinnygirl Brand. You know, the one she sold for a reported $120 million.

| | | | | | |

VIDEO Bachelor Pad 3 super trailer revealed

ByLindsay

Just when you think The Bachelor franchise can’t get any crazier, the Bachelor Pad 3 super trailer hits the web. There are so many hook-ups coming your way, we can hardly keep track. Tears flow, lines are crossed, and someone even ends up on one knee. In other words, this season of Bachelor Pad could be the best season yet.

| |

Sarah Hyland’s boyfriend robbed in Vegas, puts The Mirage on Twitter blast

ByLindsay

Modern Family star Sarah Hyland and her longtime beau Matt Prokop were the target of a Las Vegas robbery over the weekend. The young couple had been going for a swim when a robber stole a big wad of cash right out of Matt’s wallet. The two were fuming mad, and took to Twitter to put the hotel on blast. After all, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but you don’t want that to be your jacked cash!

| | |

Brooks Ayers fights back against his baby mama’s claims; puts lawsuit on hold

ByLindsay

Brooks Ayers, boyfriend of Vicki Gunvalson, is fighting back against his baby’s mother’s claims that he is a ‘deadbeat dad’ who ran out on his 3-year-old son. Brooks recently announced that he would be filing a suit against ABC for airing the woman’s accusations on an episode of 20/20, but he hasn’t done so — yet. Read on for the explanation of his litigation delay and what he has to say in defense of his rep.

| |

Massacre at Dark Knight Rises screening, gunman identified as James Holmes

ByDarren O

A heavily-armed 24-year-old gunman identified as James Holmes opened fire at an Aurora, Colorado midnight screening of The Dark Knight Rises. As of this report there are a dozen confirmed dead and many more injured, including a 3-month-old-baby. See a cellphone video of the chaos that followed in the lobby and read President Obama’s official statement.

| |

VIDEO Heidi Klum’s modeling debut on German television at the age of 18

ByAsa Hawks

Tonight is the Season 10 premiere of Project Runway, and in honor of that historic milestone I thought I would share this amazing (and also historic!) video clip of Heidi Klum competing in a modeling competition on German television when she was only 18. It’s auf Wieder-insane!

|

Hair: Beyonce’s blonde braids

ByStarcasm Staff

Beyonce has new hair! She sported her new blonde braids piled on top of her head in NYC yesterday while cradling baby Blue Ivy.

The pop star debuted the look a few days ago at Nas’ Life is Good dinner, and has now been sporting them out in NYC piled on top of her head. Earlier this week she was wearing them long, and tried to not be photographed with them at the Nas party

|

PHOTOS BIO Kara Ramos, model girlfriend of Roberto Martinez

ByAsa Hawks

Yesterday we shared a report claiming former Bachelorette winner Roberto Martinez had turned down ABC’s offer to be the next star of The Bachelor (as well as its $500,000 paycheck) because he didn’t want to jeopardize his relationship with 26-year-old model Kara Ramos of Connecticut. (That sound you just heard is a collective “Awwwwwwwww!” from Roberto’s large following of lady fans.) So who is this “26-year-old model” who has apparently gotten the final rose from Roberto over both money and fame? Keep reading to see what the starcasm sleuths were able to turn up…

| |

PHOTO Briana Culberson shows off her growing baby bump!

ByLindsay

Briana Culberson and her husband, Ryan Culberson, are expecting their first child this October. The couple, who married last year in Las Vegas, announced that they were expecting a boy during their formal ceremony this past May. Now, more details have surfaced about Briana’s due date, the name of their baby, and where Briana is surprisingly now living!

| |

EXCLUSIVE Jenelle Evans and Kieffer Delp make their relationship official – New details!

ByLindsay

Jenelle Evans and her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Kieffer Delp, are back on again! The couple, who were often seen together on Teen Mom 2, have been spending time together ever since Jenelle’s relationship with Gary Head ended (for good) last month. They took things slow at first, but have now decided to give their relationship another try. Keep reading for what Jenelle has to tell us about just how long they’ve been back together, what they’re living arrangements are, and what Barbara’s take is on all this.

| | |

Tamra Barney says Alexis Bellino and Jim are ‘faux Christians’

ByLindsay

Real Housewives of Orange County‘s seventh season came to a close on Tuesday night, but the drama isn’t going anywhere — especially when it comes to Tamra and Alexis! After hearing that Alexis called her ‘blasphemous’ in a recent blog, Tamra is fighting back. Keep reading for all the latest, which includes accusations of being “faux” Christians, “defaming Jesus and monetizing on what He sacrificed for us,” and going to strip clubs after church with Peggy Tanous?!?

|

Jennifer Williams drops lawsuit against Nia Crooks

ByLindsay

Jennifer Williams, formerly of Basketball Wives, has dropped her lawsuit against Nia Crooks. Jennifer had claimed that after Nia slapped her back in January, she’d suffered physical injuries and psychological damage. We’re guessing the psychological damage she was referring to was the humiliation of being b!tch-slapped on national television — their fight aired on the show. Now, it looks like Jennifer has had a change of heart.

|

Excuse #1 to do the Carlton dance: Alfonso Ribeiro got engaged!

ByDarren O

Will Smith may have told that cabbie, “Yo homes, smell ya later,” but when his Philly backside got to Bel Air he found out real quick like that Carlton and his glorious dancing was the REAL star. At least that’s the way I’ll always remember The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Since the glorious run of the show I look for any reason in life to do “The Carlton” and I just discovered perhaps the best reason of all. Actor Alfonso Ribeiro, who portrayed our main man, just got engaged! Read on for the good-news tweet, why Alfonso’s Twitter follower count is a pop culture travesty and how his fiancee is the most appropriately named gal ever.

‘Best in Show’ star Fred Willard arrested for lewd conduct at adult movie theater

ByDarren O

Fred Willard has appeared in just about everything. You may recall the extremely funny actor from Anchorman, or A Mighty Wind or Jimmy Kimmel Live or Best in Show. Unfortunately for Fred he allegedly got recognized last night at an adult movie theater pulling a Pee-wee Herman. Read on to find out how the cops jacked Fred while he was allegedly doing his thing.

|

VIDEOS Beverly Hills Nannies’ Justin Sylvester reads 90210ized nursery rhymes

ByLindsay

Justin Sylvester made his debut in reality television on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as Kyle Richards’ lady sitter. Now, Justin stars in another show called Beverly Hills Nannies, which premiered last week on ABC Family and airs every Monday night at 9/8c. Justin takes his nanny, or manny, role very seriously and has even created his own series of YouTube videos in which he reads popular nursery rhymes revamped with a 90210 spin!

| | |

Lisa Vanderpump and Brandi Glanville go after Adrienne Maloof; lawyers get involved

ByLindsay

Lisa Vanderpump and Brandi Glanville had allegedly put an end to their beef with co-star Adrienne Maloof at Kyle Richards’ Annual White Party earlier this month. Unfortunately, the reconciliation (if there really was one) doesn’t seem to have lasted. According to reports, things have gotten much worse in this Real Housewives of Beverly Hills feud, causing the ladies to get their lawyers involved!

| | |

REPORT Roberto Martinez turns down ‘The Bachelor’ for model girlfriend Kara Ramos

ByLindsay

Roberto Martinez was set to become the next star of The Bachelor — at least he was rumored to be in the running along with Sean Lowe, of Emily Maynard’s season. However, a new romance has him backtracking on the whole thing! Keep reading for the details on his new romance that helped him walk away from a reported $500,000 paycheck!

| | |

JWoww and Roger talk marriage and kids

ByLindsay

Jenni “JWoww” Farley has been dating her man Roger Matthews, who is ten years her senior, for a couple years now, which is plenty long enough for us to start seriously wondering if marriage is in their future. The Jersey Shore star and her beau are finally opening up about just that, and by the sound of things, she may even beat her best friend, Snooki, down the aisle!

| |

VIDEO Mother of two highlights ex-husband’s cheating on home for sale sign

ByBilly Devon

Elle Zober is officially my new favorite realtor of all time. The Beaverton, OR mother of two went next level by adding the fact that her husband left her for a 22-year-old yoga-loving college student on her for sale sign. Read on to see the glorious signage in question as well as some unforgettable quotes from the mom who looks at it less as a woman scorned and more like truth in advertising.

Former Chicago Tribune reporter Judy Peres cast for Ax Men

ByDarren O

Judy Peres has the kind of life and story worth hearing about and the producers for History Channel’s Ax Men knew it. Judy was a reporter and then editor for The Chicago Tribune for 28 years. Instead of going gently into that good retirement the then 61-year-old moved with her partner, David Hozza, to Wisconsin in hopes of building a marina on the shores of Lake Superior. There was just one little problem that the Yale grad and her investment banker partner turned into one large commitment… Read on for the fascinating backstory of how 100-year-old-plus grain elevators became an all-in investment in the field of wood reclamation.

| |

Jenelle Evans’ friend exposes Gary Head’s alleged drug use and violence

ByLindsay

Jenelle Evans recently broke up with her fiance, Gary Head, after dating him for nearly 7 months (sometimes constantly on-and-off.) Jenelle has previously alleged that Gary was physically abusive with her, and now the Teen Mom 2 star’s best friend, Allison Lester, is speaking out about Gary’s drug use and regular assaults on Jenelle.

|

Are Mermaids real? Fake documentary fools some

ByStarcasm Staff

A strange two-hour documentary style television special called Mermaids: The Body Found aired this May on Animal Planet, and then again recently for “Monster Week,” leading many people to believe that scientists had actually found evidence of the existence of mermaids.

As desperately as I want this to be true (I wanted to be a mermaid when I grew up,) it’s not, it’s pure fiction.

|

Taylor Swift’s got a new look, is receiving a Kennedy Award

ByStarcasm Staff

Taylor Swift has converted her signature blonde locks into a new color for her new CoverGirl campaign “See You, Be You.”

She’s also sporting some interesting eye makeup, very smokey browns on the outer edges turning to silver on the inside edges. It looks like grown-up Taylor is experimenting a bit her style, going a bit outside her normal golden-curled, red-lipped, romantic sweetheart look.

|

PHOTO RHODC’s Cat Ommaney is pregnant!

ByAsa Hawks

The Real Housewives of DC star and author Cat Ommaney surprised her fans by announcing on her Facebook that she is pregnant. In addition to the usual Catty announcement, she also shared a photo in which you can see Cat’s kitten in the form of a baby bump! Keep reading for the bun biscuit and to read Cat’s funny announcement. Plus, find out what the 40-year-old Bravolebrity is up to these days – besides having sex!

| |

VIDEOS PHOTOS Barry Weiss woos Brandi Passante in a custom Decoliner boat car thing

ByAsa Hawks

The only thing on Storage Wars more exciting than watching the bidders pilfer through their purchased storage unit looking for treasure is seeing what kind of contraption Barry Weiss is going to pull up in! Check out Captain Weiss in his latest bizarro vehicle that is part Winnebago, part boat as he invites castmate Brandi Passante in for a tour. Plus, more videos and photos of the “Decoliner” built by custom car designer Randy Grubb!

| |

Sammi & Ronnie are buying a house in New York; in talks for spin-off

ByLindsay

Sammi and Ronnie are used to living together during filming on Jersey Shore, and after three years of on-again, off-again dating, it seems fitting that they give living together off-camera a shot. The couple has just announced that they are doing just that — and in a big way. They are looking to BUY a home in New York City! And, there’s even talk of SamRon starring in their own show!

|

Alexis Bellino wears ‘Team Alexis’ shirt ahead of RHOC Reunion Special

ByLindsay

Alexis Bellino may have not had much support on the most recent season of Real Housewives of Orange County, but now that the season is over, she is stepping out in support of herself! She and a friend were spotted in Los Angeles yesterday sporting matching “Team Alexis” tank tops in honor of last night’s reunion special — at least that’s what we’re assuming.

| |

PHOTOS Sammi and Deena feud on Twitter over alleged BMW swagger jacking

ByLindsay

Sammi Giancola and Deena Nicole Cortese are the best of friends on Jersey Shore. Although they didn’t like each other when Deena first joined the show in season 3, the two quickly became BFFs, on-screen and off. Unfortunately, that all came to an end yesterday when Deena did the unthinkable — she bought a BMW similar to the one Sammi owns. Horrible, right? Once Sammi saw Deena’s new ride, she unloaded on her on Twitter! Keep reading for all the whip tweets and see side-by-side photos of the Bimmers in question.

MUG SHOT Cowboys WR Dez Bryant arrested for allegedly pushing his mom

ByDarren O

See the full page mug shot for Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant after he allegedly hit his mother in the face with his ball cap, pushed her and ripped her bra by grabbing her shirt. Get details on the 911 call made by Angela Bryant and also read his lawyer’s statement in regards to the alleged incident. Also find out about Angela’s own troubled past with law enforcement.

VIDEOS Bus driver saves autistic child from 3-story fall

ByDarren O

“I’m not a hero — anybody would have done it. I did it out of normal instincts.” That was the statement from 52-year-old MTA bus driver Steve St. Bernard after he made a probable life-saving catch when a 7-year-old autistic girl named Keyla fell from her 3rd-story window. Find out how Keyla ended up in the dangerous situation and see the amazing footage that directly contradicts St. Bernards’ statement. This man is indeed a hero.

|

PHOTO No blood-sucking parasite no cry: Bob Marley receives strange scientific homage

ByDarren O

When you’re one of the most influential musicians ever the accolades and dedications can be vast and, yes, sometimes weird. And so it is for Bob Marley as he has been “honored” by having a blood-sucking parasite named after him. Check out Gnathia marleyi and discover who thought this would be a good idea.

|

Teen Mom Leah Messer’s friend Amy LaDawn lays down the hater law on Facebook

ByAsa Hawks

Leah Messer recently made her marriage to Jeremy Calvert “official” in the eyes of social media by changing the name on her Twitter account to Leah D. Calvert, which apparently sparked a bit of discussion on her Facebook “fan” page about whether or not the marriage (which actually became official way back in April) was too soon after Leah’s divorce from Corey Simms. After reading a number of negative comments about Leah’s marriage, her good friend Amy LaDawn (who is an admin on the page) posted a rather lengthy (and well-written) smack-down attempting to point out just how happy and Leah are while at the same time reminding commenters that the page is supposed to be for fans. Keep reading for the complete diatribe as well as Leah’s mom’s reaction.

| |

PHOTOS Is DJ Pauly D dating Colombian actress Lina Martini?

ByLindsay

Paul “DJ Pauly D” Delvecchio has remained infamously single for the entirety of his run on Jersey Shore — as far as we know! Don’t get us wrong, he’s definitely spent his fair share of time in the Smush Room, but no one has been able to tie him down. Or have they? Check out these photos of Pauly D gettin’ cozy and exchanging googly eyes with 2012 Las Vegas Hot 100 competitor Lina Martini outside the Zouk nightclub in Dallas over the weekend! Could Pauly be DTD? (Down to date)