Saturday, December 7, 2013

Britney Spears Admits To Getting Some Work Done

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In the January 2014 edition of InStyle, Britney Spears went in depth on a number of topics from her Las Vegas residency to being a mom in the biz, but the most revealing of which is how she managed to keep her youthful appearance.

During the interview, the 32-year-old singer she maintains visits to famed Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Raj Kanodia as part of her skin care regime, claiming that she's had lip injections before and that Dr. Raj "does fun stuff to me sometimes."

Spears, who joins the likes of Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Aniston and Cindy Crawford as famous patients of the plastic surgeon, states that she has only got the occasional injection but never went under the knife.

To read more of Spears' interview, check out the January issue of InStyle, available in stores and for digital download on Friday, December 13.

Jay Z Leads Grammy Nominations With Nine Nods


The nominations for the 2014 Grammy Awards were officially announced Friday night as LL Cool J helped reveal the nods during the star-studded live concert event and it appears that Jay-Z is still king.

The Brooklyn bred rapper/Beyonce's husband is ahead of the class with a whopping nine nominations, followed by notable artists like Justin Timberlake, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Pharrell Williams, and Kendrick Lamar, who each garnered seven apiece.

There were even a few surprise additions to this year's grouping as British musician James Blake, who nabbed a Best New Artist nom while singer-songwriter Sarah Bareilles is up for the coveted Album of the Year.

Check out the full list of nominees after the jump. The 2014 Grammy Awards will air live in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 26 on CBS.

Friday, December 6, 2013

Chris Jagger Keeps On Grooving With a Little Help From Little Brother 'Mick'


For the better part of 40 years, Mick Jagger has played to roaring stadium crowds while his older brother, Chris, embarked on his own music career to the awareness of few and the applause of a very select fanbase. Chris Jagger's latest album, Concertina Jack, features younger brother Mick singing background vocals on two songs, the title track and "Pearl of a Girl."

In the low-budget video for "Concertina Jack," you can see a slight family resemblance between Mick and Chris, but their performances styles couldn't be more different. Chris is the yin to Mick's yang, the doughy good guy to Mick's scrappy bad boy. Chris, dressed in a Hawaiian shirt, boogies to the camera as he sings, and dances and cooks bread with children, grinning widely throughout.


Despite Chris's relative anonymity, he's been passionate and persistent with music, combining blues, country, and rock on seven solo albums since 1973 and releasing three zydeco albums with his band Atcha (which changed their name to Atcha Acoustic for 1997's From Lhasa to Lewisham). Concertina Jack is technically being issued by Chris Jagger's Atcha!, which explains the zydeco and blues influences; it's his first release since his 2009 solo album The Ridge.

Watch the video below....

Disney Acquires Rights For Future 'Indiana Jones' Films


First Star Wars, now Indiana Jones?

The Walt Disney Studios announced Friday that it has reached a marketing and distribution agreement with Paramount Pictures for future Indiana Jones films, meaning George Lucas’ two iconic franchises are now firmly in Disney’s hands.

Of course, Disney has owned Indiana Jones production rights since 2012, when the studio acquired LucasFilm. Until now, though, Paramount possessed marketing and distribution rights. Those now belong to Disney, making the process of making and releasing future Indiana Jones films much easier — not to mention more likely. In return for the rights, Paramount will receive “financial participation on any future films.

Jessica Biel Gives Us A Taste Of Her Holiday Decorating Style

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Jessica Biel sat down with the folks at Domaine Home, and the actress teamed up with the mag to create her dream holiday room.

Biel wanted the space to reflect her personal style, which is described as "comfortable and elegant, with an appreciation for beautiful things."Justin Timberlake's wifey wanted the room to feel homey, "yet have a touch of drama and edge."

From the garlands and greenery to cozy throws and her own unique way of wrapping gifts, this definitely looks like somewhere wed want to sip wine and sit in front of a fireplace! Biel drew inspiration from Coco Chanel when it came to the Christmas tree, which she covered in pearls, black ribbon, and white leather flowers. We're so stealing that...

So what other tips did she have?

    Bring in patterns in complementary colors. Vintage French fabrics are ideal candidates to mix and match with stripes. Go bold for bigger pieces (such as a broad-scale striped sofa) and try tight patterns for accessories like pillows and throws.

    Create a cozy vibe for your interior by topping stacked books with a reclaimed slab of slate or wood. The low-slung arrangement creates an instantly relaxed atmosphere, and the tabletop material brings a rustic-industrial aesthetic to the space.

    Kick reindeer motifs to the curb in favor of specialty wrapping papers (think: marble and houndstooth patterns). Banish stick-on bows; wrap boxes with thin ribbon or twine for a fresh twist. Use a wax stamp to adhere the ribbon for an elevated finishing touch.

Prince William And Kate Middleton Honor The Late Nelson Mandela At Film Premiere

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Prince William and Kate Middleton attended the London premiere of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom on Thursday evening at the Odeon Leicester Square Cinema, and Prince George's parents looked amazing when they posed for pictures on the red carpet.

Middleton wore a longsleeve Roland Mouret gown, and this isn't the first time we've seen her in this stunning dress -- she wore it to a dinner at Claridges in 2012. Not only is she beautiful and down to earth, but we love that she's on the more practical side too...

Prince William reacted to the news of Mandela's passing yesterday, and he told reporters, "It's extremely sad and tragic news, we're just reminded what an extraordinary and inspiring man Nelson Mandela was. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, and with his family right now."

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Former South African President Nelson Mandela Has Died At The Age of 95


Nelson Mandela, the former South African president whose stubborn defiance survived 27 years in prison and led to the dismantling of the country's racist and brutal apartheid system, has died. Mandela was 95 years old. 

Mandela had a number of issues with his health in recent years including repeated hospitalizations with a chronic lung infection. 

Mandela had been listed in "serious but stable condition" after entering the hospital in June.
In April, Mandela spent 18 days in the hospital due to a lung infection and was treated for gall stones in December 2012. 

Mandela's public appearances had become increasingly rare as he dealt with his declining health. 

His last public appearance was in July of 2010, when he attended the final match and closing ceremonies of the soccer World Cup held in South Africa.

First Trailer: The Amazing Spider-Man 2


Sony Pictures has issued the first trailer for director Marc Webb's The Amazing Spider-Man 2, starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, Dane DeHaan, Chris Cooper, Colm Feore. Paul Giamatti, Sally Field, Felicity Jones and B.J. Novak.

The film is scheduled to arrive in U.S. theaters on May 2, 2014.

Watch the trailer below....

Barry Bonds Drops Price On Beverly Hills Mansion By $1.5 Million

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Barry Bonds listed his 2.5 acre Beverly Hills estate for sale for an astounding $25 million last January, but after struggling to find a buyer, he recently slashed the price by a whopping $1.5 million.

The baseball player paid $8.7 million for the 11,448-square-foot property back in 2002, and after adding a bedroom and three bathrooms, the mansion now has seven bedrooms and thirteen bathrooms and boasts 17,100-square-feet of living space.


The home features 30-foot ceilings, a two-story guest house, hand-painted Trompe L’oeil murals and plenty of skylights, and it comes fully furnished. The real estate agent notes that the pad was "designed by [Robert Sinclair] to welcome guests, family and friends alike for all manner of occasions, whether it be large scale gatherings, stately events or the most intimate of affairs."

The Fast & The Furious Team Release Video Tribute For Paul Walker


The Fast & Furious team just posted a touching video montage featuring Paul Walker in some of his most memorable scenes from the action movie, and after watching, it's still hard to believe he's gone.

The actor passed away in a fiery car crash on November 30, and now production on the latest installment of the franchise has been halted so that friends and co-stars have time to grieve the loss.

The clip was set to the song "Coming Home" with vocals by Skylar Grey. A message accompanying the video asked that in lieu of flowers or other gifts, donations be made to the late star's charity Reach Out Worldwide.

Watch the tribute below....

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Martin Bashir Resigns From MSNBC After Horrible Sarah Palin Comment


MSNBC host Martin Bashir resigned from the network Wednesday, two weeks after making lewd comments about former Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin.

The news was first reported by Mediaite.

Here is his full statement, provided by MSNBC:

“After making an on-air apology, I asked for permission to take some additional time out around the Thanksgiving holiday. Upon further reflection, and after meeting with the President of MSNBC, I have tendered my resignation.  It is my sincere hope that all of my colleagues, at this special network, will be allowed to focus on the issues that matter without the distraction of myself or my ill-judged comments. I deeply regret what was said, will endeavor to work hard at making constructive contributions in the future and will always have a deep appreciation for our viewers – who are the smartest, most compassionate and discerning of all television audiences.  I would also wish to express deepest gratitude to my immediate colleagues, and our contributors, all of whom have given so much of themselves to our broadcast.”

And the statement from MSNBC President Phil Griffin on his resignation:

Keri Russell Burglarized In Her Home While She Slept


Keri Russell
awoke to intruders burglarizing her home this morning.

Law enforcement says... the "Felicity" star was awakened about 3 AM this morning in her NYC townhouse when she heard noises upstairs. She got up to investigate and discovered her living room window and front door were wide open.

According to police, the thieves escaped ... and Keri reported they made off with a Filson handbag, a laptop computer and a necklace.

Cops say ... they arrested two guys -- a father-son team -- several blocks away for allegedly burglarizing another home ... and police are now looking at them as possible suspects in the Russell break-in.

Paul Walker Crash: Cause Of Death Revealed Trauma and Burn Injuries


Paul Walker died from the combined effects of traumatic and thermal injuries sustained from the Nov. 30 car crash ... this according to the L.A. County Coroner's Office.

Translation -- Paul did not die from the impact of the crash alone. He burned to death after the Porsche GT crashed into a tree and a pole and exploded into flames.

The man who was driving the Porsche GT, Roger Rodas, died from multiple traumatic injuries suffered upon impact. Burning was not listed as a factor in his death.

The coroner says toxicology results for both men will be available in 6 to 8 weeks.

The Medical Examiner says both deaths have been ruled as an accident.

Sources in the coroner's office say ... both men were positively ID'd by using dental records.

Walker and Rodas were killed Saturday in Santa Clarita, CA when the Porsche GT they were in veered off the road, slammed into a pole and exploded in flames.  The cause of that crash is still under investigation.

Paul was 40. Rodas was 38.

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Diane Keaton To Accept Cecil B. DeMille Award On Woody Allen's Behalf At Golden Globes


Woody Allen has never been one for awards shows, or Los Angeles for that matter. When the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced their plans to honor the prolific filmmaker with the 2014 Cecil B. DeMille Award at this year’s Golden Globes ceremony, the big question was whether or not Allen would turn out to accept it.

In a move that’s perfectly suited for his and co-star Diane Keaton’s Annie Hall alter egos, Keaton has agreed to accept the Award at the 71st Golden Globes on behalf of her onetime partner, and longtime friend, director, and co-star, EW confirmed Tuesday.

Josh Brolin and Diane Lane Divorced Finalized After a Lengthy Separation


Married since 2004, Josh Brolin and Diane Lane have officially finalized their divorce, though it has been a bit of a process … one much longer than it seemed.

While the 48-year-old Lane has had a rather impressive and stable Hollywood career, Brolin has garnered a reputation as somewhat of a bad boy. The "Gangster Squad" star was arrested back in 2008 for a drunken bar fight in Shreveport, Louisiana, and again on January 1, 2013 for public intoxication in Santa Monica, California. Also, though he wasn't technically arrested, he had yet another scuffle caught on camera, of course — just last month, when he tried (unsuccessfully) to throw down a bouncer at O'Brien's Irish Pub in Los Angeles. And those are just the highlights of what has been a rather turbulent few years.

As their eight years of marriage officially comes to an end, 45-year-old Brolin remains in self-imposed rehab, which he entered in late November as he swore off alcohol for good.

Cindy Crawford Lists Malibu Home For Rent For $19K A Month

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Cindy Crawford's Malibu beach house has been listed for rent for a whopping $19,500 a month! The Revlon spokesperson and husband Randy Gerber purchased the abode back in April 1998 for $1.85 million.

Located off Pacific Coast Highway just north of famed Broad Beach, the "private and serene" property is 2,413 square-feet and boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, in addition to an office which can be used as a fourth bedroom.


Design details of the pad include an open floor plan, beamed ceilings, dark hardwood floors throughout, and an amazing sun deck that leads to direct beach access. The spectacular ocean views from every room are to die for!

The catwalker and her husband Randy Gerber won't be without a roof over their heads, though, because they own another piece of real estate just up the road.

Source: celebdigs.com

'Wheel Of Fortune' We Feel TERRIBLE About Last Night's 'Fast & Furious' Puzzle


File this one under: OOOPS.

"Wheel of Fortune" aired an episode last night that featured a puzzle with the answer "The Fast and the Furious" ... just days after Paul Walker died ... and now the show is in full spin mode.

During the show, producers ran a crawl on the top of the screen that read, "This episode was taped a few weeks ago, prior to the tragic passing of 'The Fast and the Furious' actor Paul Walker."

After the show aired, Pat Sajak tweeted, "Feel terrible about timing of 'Fast & Furious' puzzle tonight. Taped long ago & went out to 200 local stations days ago."

Still, it's unclear why producers didn't simply pull the episode to run at a later date.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Justin Bieber Releases Music Video For "All That Matters"

 

Justin Bieber has released the music video for "All That Matters".

The 19-year-old pop star rocks a few Kanye West-worthy outfits as he strums the guitar, and makes out with a hot blonde chick.
 
Watch the music video below....

Britney Spears Shares Smouldering Promo Picture On Her 32nd Birthday

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Britney Spears turns 32-years-old today, and what better way to commemorate a birthday than with a super sexy pic promoting your upcoming Las Vegas residency!

Fast And Furious 7 Will Be DELAYED Following Paul Walker's Death


While we're still stunned over Paul Walker's tragic death over the weekend, there is some good news for fans, as insiders reveal that Fast and Furious 7 will make it into theaters, though a bit later than planned.

A source for Universal told the Hollywood Reporter that there will be a delay and the studio is still trying to figure out how to adjust the storyline, but the movie "will not be abandoned entirely."

Fast 7 was on hiatus for the Thanksgiving holiday, and Walker was scheduled to return to Atlanta on Sunday to resume shooting. Walker and the rest of the cast were scheduled to travel to Abu Dhabi to film additional scenes, so even though insiders tell THR a large part of the film had been shot, it seems like several key scenes will need to be re-worked.

Director James Wan and Universal execs held a conference call on Sunday morning to discuss the future of the film, and they are trying to figure out "how to proceed in a manner that would be respectful to Walker's death."

The film was set to hit theaters on July 11, and it was on an expedited schedule in order to make that release date, but the studio has yet to comment on how Walker's fatal car accident will affect the film.

Walker and longtime pal Roger Rodas died when the actor's Porsche GT crashed into a tree and caught on fire on Saturday afternoon. The two were at a car show to raise money for the Philippines typhoon relief effort.

"All of us at Universal are heartbroken," a spokesperson for Universal said in a statement on Saturday night. "Paul was truly one of the most beloved and respected members of our studio family for 14 years, and this loss is devastating to us, to everyone involved with the Fast and Furious films, and to countless fans. We send our deepest and most sincere condolences to Paul's family."

Kate Moss Bares Her Body In Bunny Ears For 'Playboy'


We already got a sneak peek at Kate Moss' Playboy cover shoot a few weeks ago, and these new photos show the 39-year-old supermodel (she turns 40 in January) topless and wearing the signature bunny costume for the mag's January/February 2014 double issue, which celebrates their 60th anniversary.

However, this is only a peek at Moss' 18-page pictorial, and there's still at least one shot of the British babe baring all in a full-frontal photo.


Kate also chats with Tom Jones for a Q&A, and when asked who would be on her ultimate guest list, Moss replied, "Well, I would like to have dinner with naughty people who have a story to tell — like you! Jack Nicholson, [photographer] David Bailey, Stevie Nicks, Catherine Deneuve, Joan Collins — love! She texted me the other day. I could not believe it. 'Hi, it's Joan Collins.' I was like.… [mimes dying from shock]. My husband, because it would be mean if I didn't invite him. And Hugh Hefner, obviously."

Sunday, December 1, 2013

Thanksgiving Box Office: ‘Catching Fire,’ ‘Frozen’ Serve Up Holiday Records

 

Powering up a record-setting Thanksgiving weekend at the movies, Lionsgate’s “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” brought in a whopping chart-topping estimated $110.2 million from Wednesday to Sunday, bringing the film’s Stateside total to $296.5 million. Globally, “Catching Fire” has amassed $573 million.

Meanwhile, Disney’s 3D animated musical “Frozen,” which technically bowed last weekend at a single-screen engagement but expanded nationwide Wednesday, grossing a projected $93 million through Sunday.

Vin Diesel Reacts To Paul Walker's Death


It did not take long for friends, former colleagues and other members of the Hollywood community to chime in on the passing of "Fast and Furious" franchise star Paul Walker. The 40-year-old actor passed away in a car accident on Saturday afternoon.  The shock and sadness was evident on social media across the world.

One of the actors most closely associated with Walker was his "Fast" co-star Vin Diesel. The duo appeared in four films together and were currently in production on a fifth, "Fast and Furious 7."

Diesel took to his Twitter page and say:

"Brother I will miss you very much. I am absolutely speechless. Heaven has gained a new Angel. Rest in Peace."

Early Sunday morning, Diesel tweeted the following: