Saturday, September 20, 2014

Polly Bergen, Versatile Actress, Singer Dies At 84


Emmy-winning actress and singer Polly Bergen, who in a long career played the terrorized wife in the original "Cape Fear" and the first woman president in "Kisses for My President," died Saturday, according to her publicist. She was 84.

Bergen died at her home in Southbury, Connecticut, from natural causes, said publicist Judy Katz, surrounded by family and close friends.

Kim Kardashian: Victim of Celeb Hacking NUDE PHOTOS LEAK


Kanye West is about to get REAL PISSED ... because someone leaked what appears to be nude pictures of his wife Kim Kardashian onto the internet -- making her the latest victim in a string of celeb hacking incidents.

The pics were uploaded to 4chan and Reddit ... and because the both companies have taken a harsh stance on hacked photos, they were quickly removed from both sites. Nude photos were also released by a hacker of what appears to be Vanessa Hudgens and Hope Solo.

It's unclear when the pics were snapped -- but K.K.'s not wearing a wedding ring in either of the photos.

Then again, it's possible Kim leaked the pictures herself, after all, she's an attention seeker.

Friday, September 19, 2014

Melissa Rivers Speaks Publicly For First Time After Joan Rivers' Funeral


Melissa Rivers, sole child of the late comedian Joan Rivers, has spoken publicly for the first time since her mother's death on Sept. 4.

"As my son Cooper and I mourn the loss of my mother, we want to thank everyone for the beautiful cards and flowers conveying heartfelt messages and condolences, which continue to arrive from around the world and through social media," Rivers, 46, wrote on her WhoSay page. Cooper, 13, is her son with ex-husband John Endicott, a horse breeder.

"My mother would have been overwhelmed by the scope and depth of the love that people have expressed for her," she continued. "It is certainly helping to lift our spirits during this time. We are forever grateful for your kindness and support in continuing to honor my mother's legacy, and for remembering the joy and laughter that she brought to so many."

Rivers additionally will help honor her mother in a television special Friday night at 8 on E! Kelly Osbourne, Giuliana Rancic and George Kotsiopoulos, Joan Rivers' co-hosts on the E! series "Fashion Police," join executive producer Melissa on-air in the tribute "Fashion Police: Celebrating Joan." The program includes behind-the-scenes footage, reminiscences from family and friends and a clips collection of especially humorous or prototypically candid, Joan Riverseque moments.

Roger Goodell: I'M NOT GOING TO RESIGN, Owners Support Me


Roger Goodell says he will NOT resign as NFL Commissioner ... and believes he has the full support of the NFL owners.

Goodell addressed the media at a news conference in NYC -- and for the most part, reiterated that he screwed up in the handling of the Ray Rice case and vows to do better.

"Over the past several weeks, we have seen all to much of the NFL doing wrong, that starts with me."

Goodell believes he should stay in power because "I acknowledged my mistakes."

When asked if he felt the league supports him staying as Commish, Goodell said ... "I believe I have the support of the owners. That is clear to me."

But the best part of the event, when Benjy from the "Howard Stern Show" started yelling and screaming ... and when he was dragged away by security he yelled, "DON'T PUT ME IN THE ELEVATOR!!!"

Watch the funny video below....

Gerard Depardieu Claims He Drinks 12 Bottles of Wine a Day


French-born actor Gerard Depardieu must have a hollow leg — or one seriously scarred liver. The Oscar-nominated thespian, who ditched France to become a Russian citizen in 2013 and was found guilty in a 2012 DUI arrest, is making headlines once again since telling UK publication So Film that he can drink “12, 13, 14 bottles” of wine a day — and barely feel a thing.

“I’m never totally drunk, just a little pissed,” he said, using British parlance for “buzzed,” and explaining, “When I’m bored, I drink, apart from occasional compulsory moments of abstinence. After undergoing bypass surgery (five times), and also because of cholesterol and stuff, I have to be careful.”

Now that explains why he released his golden stream of toxic waste in the airplanes aisle, a few years back.

Depardieu, who is currently starring in “Welcome to New York,” based on the Dominic Strauss-Khan scandal, added that drinking a case of wine in one day doesn’t even slow him down. “All you need is a 10-minute nap and voilĂ , a slurp of rosĂ© wine and I feel as fresh as a daisy!” he said. “I have to admit that when I start counting, doctors start worrying.”

Craig Ferguson Names His Worst Guest Ever


Andy Cohen's "Plead the Fifth" game on "Watch What Happens Live!" is pretty ingenious. Celebrities who are normally guarded throw their hands in the air and say, "Well! The rules say I have to be honest!" and just go with it.

On the late-night Bravo show, Craig Ferguson opened up about his talk show (which will soon be hosted by Tony winner James Corden) and selected the worst guest he's ever had. All I can say is I believe it. I can't think of a single occasion when that woman has ever not seemed antisocial. Yes, that's a double negative and I don't care if it hurts you.

And hey, look! That's our queen of award season Jessica Chastain. The time is now to avenge that ridiculous "Zero Dark Thirty" Oscar snub.

Keanu Reeves Subdues Home Intruder


Keanu Reeves had his chance to reprise his famous line from "The Matrix" -- "I know Kung Fu" -- because we've learned a woman broke into his house while he was sleeping and plunked herself on his library chair.

Reeves was snoozing at 4 AM Monday when he heard sounds coming from his library.

The actor got up, walked in and saw a woman in her mid-40's sitting in his chair, not uttering a peep.

Law enforcement sources say... Keanu calmly approached her and began speaking to her.  She explained she was there to meet him.  He very calmly called 911 and obtusely told the dispatcher cops needed to roll quick.

Police came and took the woman into custody.  She was taken for a psych evaluation.

It's another amazing story of an obsessed fan gaining entry into a celeb's house.  It recently happened to Sandra Bullock ... the fan ended up at her bedroom door as she was sleeping.  Interesting ... that's Keanu's "Speed" co-star.

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Harrison Ford Storms Out of 'Kimmel,' Confronted By 'Star Wars' Characters


Harrison Ford appears with Jimmy Kimmel. He agrees to take questions from the audience, but demands that none be about "Star Wars." Trouble ensues.

It's not often you see a bearded Princess Leia. At least not in the circles I normally run in.

Yet when Harrison Ford appeared on Wednesday's "Jimmy Kimmel Live," he was confronted by the sight of people who had taken their "Star Wars" devotion to places where Captain Kirk would not be so bold to venture.

Ford explained to Jimmy Kimmel that he couldn't, positively wouldn't, answer questions about the new "Star Wars" movie -- yes, the one that George Lucas hinted Ford might appear in.

Still, Kimmel politely wondered whether Ford would graciously accept questions from the audience.

Watch and see what happens.

Darrell Hammond To Replace The Late Don Pardo As 'SNL' Announcer

 
Live from New York, it's Darrell Hammond!

The sturdy-voiced Hammond, the longest-running cast member in Saturday Night Live's history, will return to Studio 8H this season as the show's announcer, replacing Don Pardo who died in August at the age of 96.

Hammond is certainly no stranger to SNL audiences. For 14 seasons (from 1995 to 2009), he served as one of the show's chief impressionists — portraying a number of high-profile characters ranging from Regis Philbin and Alex Trebek to Sean Connery and Donald Trump. He was perhaps best known for his long-running take on former President Bill Clinton, a role which he has revived on special occasions.

Moreover, Hammond's no stranger to the announcer job. He filled in a handful of times over the years for Pardo when he had voice problems. He even played Pardo in an opening monologue by James Van Der Beek in 1999.

Hammond will now be only the second regular announcer in the show's history; Pardo began his stint during the sketch comedy show's first season in 1975.

Lady Gaga Flaunts Her Curvy Body In Nearly Nude Instagram Pics


Lady Gaga
flaunted her curvier body while on tour in Greece.

Posting a pic splayed out on a marble slab in her royal suite, Grammy winner wrote, "This shower ain't too shabby either." In another sexy, the "Applause" singer wrote, "Aphrodite Lady Shower Greekini, feeling frisky. #Venus"

Gaga is clearly laughing in the face of critics who have slammed her for her recent weight gain.

Lady Gaga performs her ArtRave: The Artpop Ball" to the city's Olympic Stadium in Athens on Friday.

Kate Middleton Forced To Cancel Trip To Malta Due To Morning Sickness

 
Unfortunately, pregnant princess Kate Middleton has had to drop out of her first royal tour to Malta due to morning sickness, says Kensington Palace.

The royal, who is three months pregnant, was scheduled to tour the southern European island country on Sept. 20th for a two-day trip, but her morning sickness is preventing the trip. Prince William is set to step in instead.
 
"The Duchess of Cambridge will no longer visit Malta this weekend," the Palace revealed. "The Duke of Cambridge will undertake the visit instead. Her Royal Highness continues to suffer from the effects of Hyperemesis Gravidarum. The decision not to visit was taken by the Duke and Duchess on the advice of the Duchess's doctors."

"The Duke is honored to represent Her Majesty The Queen on the visit, which commemorates the 50th anniversary of Malta’s independence. The visit itinerary remains unchanged."

Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton and Jimmy Fallon Have a Lip Sync Battle


Jimmy Fallon has already battled it out with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, John Krasinski, Emma Stone and Paul Rudd during his famous lip sync battles, so how does he stack up against Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton?

"The Voice" coaches appeared on "The Tonight Show" on Wednesday, where they took turns on the lip syncing stage.

Joan Rivers' Dr. Says It's a Lie, There Was NO Selfie


Joan Rivers personal ENT doctor did NOT take a selfie while the comedienne was under anesthesia shortly before she stopped breathing ... so claims the doctor herself.

Sources closely connected with the doctor say ENT specialist Dr. Gwen Korovin has made it clear ... she says the CNN story is absolutely wrong. The network reported a staff member at Yorkville Endoscopy clinic told investigators the doctor took the pic. We're told the network's source is "making up lies."

We're also told the doctor has made it clear ...she did NOT perform a biopsy on Joan.

Several patients of Dr. Korovin have contacted us to tell us about her "unblemished record" and how she is the go-to ENT in NYC. It's true ... she has a corner on the market and her patients love her.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Beyonce Accused of Photoshopping Bikini Yacht Photo


Beyonce's thighs are so amazing, they can bend the laws of physics -- or she just got busted Photoshopping her own photos.

Beyonce posted this bikini photo to her website Tuesday, but you can clearly see one of the stairs behind her isn't level for some odd reason. Yeah, it could be the worst carpentry ever, but it's way more likely someone is terrible at concealing Photoshop on Beyonce's thigh gap.

It's not the first time Beyonce has been accused of tweaking photos -- fans accused her of increasing her gap once before ... while another showed her sitting with a visibly distorted wine glass.

Report: Avril Lavigne And Chad Kroeger Headed For Divorce


Avril Lavigne and husband Chad Kroeger's 14-month marriage is over, according to Us Weekly (via Daily Mail).

A source tells the magazine:
    "He has been going around L.A. and telling people that they're divorcing. Chad is just a complete jerk in the way he talks to her, and the way he talks to people in general. A lot of her friends don't like him."

Two weeks ago the 29-year-old singer was seen at Chateau Marmont with several gal pals and she wasn't wearing her wedding ring, and neither Avril nor Chad have posted photos together on their social media accounts over the last few weeks.

Chad gave his estranged wife a ginormous diamond ring two months ago to celebrate their anniversary, and while she tweeted the pic of it above and wrote, "I still can't believe my 1 year anniversary gift. 17 carat emerald cut. Wow. I love my hubby," the snuggly snapshot later disappeared.

Joan Rivers' Personal Doctor During Fatal Procedure


Joan Rivers' personal doctor who was working on Joan when she stopped breathing is Dr. Gwen Korovin, who treats the biggest celebs in the world.

Sources say Dr. Korovin was not authorized to practice medicine at Yorkville Endoscopy center. CNN has reported Joan's personal physician took a selfie while performing a biopsy on the comedienne.

Dr. Korovin's patient list reads like a celeb who's who. Her patients include Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, Hugh Jackman, John Mayer, and Brooke Shields.

Dr. Korovin's Facebook page has a pic of the doc in her office with pics of her celeb patients lining the walls.
 
The doctor has done interviews in which she says she brings a black bag to the dressing rooms of A-list stars and administers "on-the-spot treatment."
 

Julianna Margulies and Jimmy Fallon Perform Musical Morning Announcements


Jimmy Fallon must be feeling nostalgic.

The late night host enlisted the help of Julianna Margulies to play the roles of Principal and Vice Principal of his alma mater, Saugerties High School, on the "Tonight Show" Tuesday.

The pair even performed morning announcements in the style of pop songs -- and it was hilarious!

"Now, for any of you freshman out there, just an FYI: We've been voted the most entertaining ... morning announcement duo in the tri-county area seven years running," the "Good Wife" star said.

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Shia LaBeouf: I'm No Einstein, So Stay Away From Me


Shia LaBeouf lives in fear of a woman who is convinced he discovered the theory of relativity ... a woman so deranged she threatened to blow up his house.

Shia just got a restraining order against Graciela Nahle, who apparently showed up at his house eating watermelon on the driveway and when the actor asked her to leave she screamed, "I am going to blow up your house! I am going to blow up the world! You are Albert Einstein and we belong together."

According to documents obtained by sources, Nahle showed up at Shia's house 3 times and he fears for his safety.

She's been a thorn in Shia's side for months, once showing up with an infant in her arms ... claiming to have been best buds in a previous incarnation.

She's been previously arrested for making criminal threats against the actor.

Nahle has been ordered to stay 100 yards clear of Shia.

P. Diddy Drops $40 Million On A Mega Mansion In Holmby Hills


P. Diddy is moving up the ranks of elite L.A. homeowners, because we have learned he just closed escrow on a $40 million estate in one of the most exclusive parts of the city.

The mogul now owns a European villa in Holmby Hills -- near where Michael Jackson died.

The estate has 8 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. The main house is 17,000 square feet with a 3,000 square foot guesthouse. And, there's a separate spa house that has a steam room, massage room and beauty salon.

Of course the lagoon-style pool has a grotto.

The home is brand new ... built 6 months ago.

Diddy, with the help of mega-realtor Kurt Rappaport, was on the hunt for an L.A. home for years.

Rihanna: NFL/CBS Deceived Everyone I NEVER Signed On For Football


Rihanna is livid at NFL and CBS  -- claiming the league and the network had no right to make it look like she was part of the Ravens/Steelers Thursday night pre-game show, and had no right to single her out when it was scrapped.

Sources connected with Rihanna say... the singer was pissed when someone sent her the joint NFL/CBS press release last week, with the headline, "CBS & NFL Network 'Run This Town' for Thursday Night Football Open with Music Featuring Rihanna & Narration by Don Cheadle."

In fact, Rihanna never did anything special for the game ... all CBS/NFL did was license a Jay Z song that featured Rihanna.

Rihanna's rep says, "Due to the misuse and misrepresentation of Rihanna's name and participation in connection to CBS TNF, CBS was not allowed to license and utilize the song 'Run This Town.' Roc Nation made the decision to not grant the song’s usage."

Sarah Palin: Making Up Is Hard To Do

 

Former Alaska governor Sarah Palin ventured out Monday to do some shopping around Anchorage without any makeup on ... and found a slick way to slip photogs the finger.

John Travolta Shows Off Backyard Airport At Florida Estate


John Travolta showed off his backyard airport on Australia's Today show, and extravagant is the word that comes to mind! There are two runways as well as a 16-car garage on the property. The actor owns a Qantas 707 as well as the smaller Challenger.

The actor has had a professional relationship with Qantas for the past twelve years, since he received his pilot's license. "It’s been 12 of the best years, in terms of my personal dreams coming true. Being part of an airline, part of aviation… at a magnitude like Qantas. They're the best airline in the world, they have the best safety record, the best service, and to be part of that and to be allowed in… it's a privilege," he explained of his passion for aviation.

"I made a profession out of flying as well as acting, and at my age I’m glad I did, because it’s something to do when you’re (older and) not working," he added.

Monday, September 15, 2014

Matt Damon To Return To Jason Bourne Franchise


Matt Damon and director Paul Greengrass are ready to be born again at Universal Pictures.

Sources tell Variety the the studio is in the early stages of bringing back Damon and Greengrass for an untitled “Jason Bourne” feature, marking the revival of one of Hollywood’s biggest action franchises.

Over the years Greengrass and Damon and have stood their ground about not returning to the CIA property, based on the Robert Ludlum novels, after working together on “The Bourne Supremacy” and “The Bourne Ultimatum.”

But sources now say both Greengrass and Damon are changing their tune and are in early talks to return to the franchise.

Universal is already developing an untitled film set in the Bourne world with Justin Lin directing and Jeremy Renner returning to play Aaron Cross.

George Clooney To Receive Cecil B. DeMille Award At Golden Globes


George Clooney will be honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 72nd annual Golden Globes.

The ceremony, to be held January 11 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, will be hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler.

Previous recipients of the lifetime achievement honor include Woody Allen last year and Jodie Foster in 2013.

Clooney, a four-time Golden Globe winner, has been nominated 13 times by the HFPA in his illustrious career and is also a two-time Academy Award winner, most recently as producer of the 2013 best picture winner “Argo.”

He has appeared in over 40 films and TV shows since cementing his star status with the 90s TV drama “E.R.” before moving on to pursue a career in film. The Lexington, Ky.-born multi-hyphenate has since directed five features, including “Good Night and Good Luck,” “The Ides of March” and “The Monuments Men.”

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I - TRAILER FIRST LOOK


The first full-length trailer for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I hit the web on Monday, and we see Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) back with Gale (Liam Hemsworth) in District 13, while her Games partner Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) is being used by the Capitol to try and squash the rebellion.

The film hits theaters on November 21.

Sunday, September 14, 2014

'Django Unchained' Actress Mistaken For A Prostitute, Accosted By LAPD

 

Danièle Watts says she was handcuffed and detained, and her wrist was "bleeding in pain"

An African-American actress who appeared in Django Unchained says she was accosted by Los Angeles police who mistakenly thought she was a prostitute.

Danièle Watts, who portrayed CoCo in Quentin Tarantino's Oscar-winning film and currently plays Martin Lawrence's daughter on FX's new comedy series Partners, wrote on her Facebook page that she and husband Brian James Lucas, who is white, were being affectionate in public when the incident occurred Thursday.

“Today I was handcuffed and detained by 2 police officers from the Studio City Police Department after refusing to agree that I had done something wrong by showing affection, fully clothed, in a public place,” she wrote. "When the officer arrived, I was standing on the sidewalk by a tree. I was talking to my father on my cell phone. I knew that I had done nothing wrong, that I wasn’t harming anyone, so I walked away. A few minutes later, I was still talking to my dad when 2 different police officers accosted me and forced me into handcuffs."


Box Office: 'No Good Deed' Leads with $24.5 Million


No Good Deed” topped the box office this weekend and helped reinvigorate a floundering domestic movie business.

The Sony/Screen Gems thriller took in $24.5 million from 2,175 theaters, easily beating expectations. Going into the weekend, analysts expected the home invasion thriller to hover around $20 million. Females made up the bulk of the audience, taking up 60% of the seats in theaters, and 41% of ticket-buyers were under 30 years old.