Saturday, June 7, 2014

Watch Channing Tatum and Jimmy Fallon Arm Wrestle


Jimmy Fallon challenged Channing Tatum to an arm wrestling match during the "Tonight Show" on Friday -- and the battle of the braun was fierce!

"I know you're a strong dude. I've seen "Magic Mike" 12 times. But I bet I can take you in an arm wrestle," Fallon said. "I'm serious. I've been working out a lot lately -- Curves gym."

The two men than made their way to a wooden table to compete, rambling off several things they would do if they won.

"After I win, I'm gonna go get my hair did and hit up Applebee's because you know tonight is girls night out," Tatum joked.

Meanwhile, Fallon wanted to travel after his big win. "After I win, I'm going to stuff myself in a duffel bag so only my head is sticking out. Then ride around an airport carousel and yell, 'A little help!'"

Watch the video below....

Tracy Morgan In Critical Condition After Six-Vehicle Accident In New Jersey


A six-car accident left actor Tracy Morgan in critical condition in New Jersey early Saturday, authorities said.

The former "Saturday Night Live" cast member was riding in a limo bus when the accident occurred in Mercer County, said Sgt. Gregory William of New Jersey State Police.

In addition to the bus, the wreck involved two tractor-trailers and an SUV, he said. He did not provide specifics on what happened.

One person was killed and four others hospitalized with injuries, authorities said.

Peter Haigney, a spokesman for the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, said four patients are getting treated at the hospital.

Three are in critical condition while one is in fair condition, he said.

The hospital said that a man named Tracy Morgan was among those in critical condition, but citing privacy laws would not confirm it is the actor. State police confirmed his identity to sources.

Morgan performed Friday night at the Dover Downs Hotel and Casino in Dover, Delaware, the venue said.
 
Morgan also starred on NBC's hit sitcom, "30 Rock."

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Morgan Freeman Share Awkward Kiss


Morgan Freeman and Catherine Zeta-Jones accidentally locked lips, The Daily Mail reports.

At the AFI Life Achievement Awards on Thursday night, June 5, the two actors reportedly attempted a traditional cheek kiss, but some spacial misjudging led to the more intimate gesture. They laughed it off and continued to speak with Zeta-Jones' husband, Michael Douglas, who stood nearby.

Zeta-Jones and Douglas took time apart this past August, but have recently been making the red carpet rounds again as a couple.

"We're very close and everything's going great," Douglas told Gayle King on "Entertainment Tonight" about the reconciliation.

Hopefully, a silly little kiss won't get in their way.

Friday, June 6, 2014

Report: Jay Z Has Cheated On Beyonce With Multiple Women


Beyonce Knowles covers the latest issue of Life & Style, and if what they're claiming is true, Elevatorgate makes a bit more sense now.

The magazine reports that Jay Z has cheated on his wife of six years with Rihanna, Rita Ora, Rachel Roy and the former Miss Belgium and that Bey is "so sensitive and insecure" about it that she's close to a meltdown.

"Her new album is all about [her and Jay's] freaky sex life and how she'll do anything to keep him sexually satisfied," the publication claims. Hmm, but this was before she found out about his infidelity! And remember, they still have their 19-date On The Run tour this summer, which kicks off on June 25 in Miami and ends on August 6 in San Francisco.

On the other hand, Star Magazine reports that Jay Z wants to divorce Beyonce because she's been banging her bodyguard Julius De Boer. (Yup, this is the same guy who restrained Bey's sister Solange when she attempted to slap and kick Jay Z in an elevator after the Met Gala last month.)

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart SPLIT


Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart have called it quits after nearly 2 1/2 years.

Sources connected with the former couple says ... they actually split nearly 2 months ago, but kept it on the down low. We're told the breakup was civil. They're still friendly but simply grew apart.

We're told the breakup had nothing to do with recent stories of Casper's sexual escapades. One source put it this way:  "Casper has been a single guy and can text or see whoever he wants, but the idea that he was knowingly texting a transsexual is laughable."  The source added, "He's not that guy, but like a lot of single guys online he obviously likes to look at a 'lil T and A."

Casper is in the process of moving out right now.  We're told there was no rush because JLo's been on the road promoting her 10th album, AKA.

We're told Casper will be pursuing acting, which is why he took show directing and choreography off his Instagram.

Melanie Griffith Divorcing Antonio Banderas


Melanie Griffith has filed for divorce from Antonio Banderas.

Griffith's legal docs cite irreconcilable differences as the reason for ending her 18-year marriage.

In the docs -- filed by disso-queen Laura Wasser -- Griffith is asking for child support and sole physical and joint legal custody, although it's pretty much moot -- Stella, their only child together, turns 18 in September.

Griffith is also asking for spousal support.

The legal docs do not list the date of separation.

Sources connected with the couple say the divorce is amicable. As for dividing property, we're told it's a little complicated ... they have lots of real estate, both in the U.S. and Spain.

This is Griffith's 4th divorce.   She was twice married to Don Johnson and also married to Steve Bauer.

It's Banderas' second divorce.

Lady Gaga Shares Makeup-Free Selfie From The Bedroom


Lady Gaga Instagrammed the picture above and wrote, "Day off sleepy girl," and while many celebs look frightening without foundation, eyeliner and lip gloss.

Gaga takes pride in loving herself for who she is, and in a 2011 interview with Harper's Bazaar she stated, "Whether I'm wearing lots of makeup or no makeup, I'm always the same person inside." Still, she admits that she loves getting all dolled up, as she added, "I don't think I could live without hair, makeup and styling, let alone be the performer I am. I am a glamour girl through and through. I believe in the glamorous life and I live one."

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Leonardo DiCaprio Refused To Be Filmed For 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians'


Get those cameras out of his face! A source confirms to Us Weekly that Leonardo DiCaprio refused to be filmed for Keeping Up With the Kardashians at an event attended by Bruce and Brody Jenner on Sunday, June 1.

The party, celebrating Frankie Delgado's birthday, was held at L.A. hotspot XIV. Jenner DJ'd the event and was joined by his big brother, Brandon, and their dad. The Olympian, according to an observer, enjoyed a beer and hung out with his sons in the DJ booth—along with the KUWTK camera crew.

Oscar-nominated DiCaprio, however, wanted to avoid being caught on camera for the show.

"The organizers know how Leo feels about cameras, so they gave him a heads up," the insider told Us. "He didn't want to be filmed for the show, he wouldn't have wanted to be filmed for anything," the source elaborated, "but especially not that one."

Instead, the Wolf of Wall Street star "waited until they were done" filming. DiCaprio "then went with some boys and had a great time."

Page Six, which first reported the story, said that Kim Kardashian's former BFF Paris Hilton also refused to be filmed.

Devo Singer Sued: They Called Me 'Stupid Pig', Ex-Nanny Claims


Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh and his wife cracked that whip just a little too hard ... according to their ex-nanny who claims the couple abused her verbally and financially -- and then dropped her for a younger model.

Luna Kahn, the ex-nanny, says she got canned by Mark back in April when she returned from 2 weeks medical leave for intestinal surgery ... this according to the lawsuit she filed this week in L.A.

Sources obtained a copy of the suit, and in it Kahn says the Mothersbaughs cut her hours to 4 per week, and when she complained ... Mark told her, “If you don’t like it, don’t bother coming back.”

64-year-old Kahn describes Mark's wife Anita as a real tyrant -- in the docs she says Mrs. M. commonly called her a pig, an idiot, stupid and dumb right to her face.

Kahn also claims she regularly worked more than 40 hours a week, but rarely got overtime.
In the suit, she says the couple had already hired a new, younger nanny when she got back from surgery ... and feels cutting her hours was a ploy to force her to quit.

Kahn is suing for wrongful termination, age discrimination, emotional distress, and her unpaid overtime.

Watch the classic music video "Whip It" from Devo below....

Kendall & Kylie Jenner Dish On Favorite Moments From Kim and Kanye's Wedding


Kendall and Kylie Jenner are spilling secrets about their famous family.

The reality stars appeared on "The Tonight Show" Wednesday to promote their new book. Instead, the sisters were asked about big sister Kim Kardashian's lavish wedding in Italy.

The brunette beauties agreed the wedding was "amazing" and even shared their favorite moments. For Kylie, it was seeing Lana Del Rey perform. Kendall, meanwhile, told Jimmy Fallon that the pre-wedding fireworks at Versailles were "romantic."

The late night host also asked Kendall about her infamous teleprompter flub at the Billboard Music Awards, when she messed up 5 Seconds of Summer's introduction.

"Can you believe I did that?" Kendall asked. "I felt so bad. I can't even see you in front of my face right now." She then asked Fallon, "You can relate, probably, huh?"

"To screwing up?" he joked. "I never, ever, ever, screw up. Never."

Fallon then showed a highlight reel proving that he, too, has missed the mark a time or two.

Watch the interview below....

Kobe Bryant Dines With Michael Jordan Over a Steak Dinner In Beverly Hills


Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan had a private dinner together in Beverly Hills last night -- eating at one of the fanciest steak joints in town.

The Mamba and His Royal Airness -- who have been friendly for a while -- dined together in a private room at Mastro's Steakhouse.

It's unclear how long the dinner lasted ... or who paid.

It was a celeb-packed day for MJ -- who had lunch with Mark Wahlberg just hours before. Mark paid for that meal telling us it's the least he could do for Michael since Jordan always hooks him up with sick shoes.

Miley Cyrus: Two Arrested In Stolen Maserati Case


Miley Cyrus
can rest easy ... the LAPD has arrested two people they say broke into her home and stole her Maserati last weekend.

Cops ID'd a male and female -- both in their 20s -- late Thursday morning. The pair was walking on a North Hollywood street and detectives recognized them from the surveillance video.

As previously reported, Miley's stolen Maserati was abandoned almost immediately after it was stolen Saturday night while Miley was out of town.

Cops have yet to recover some expensive jewelry that was also stolen during the break-in.

At this point the 2 suspects have no known connection to Miley. 

Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian Are Taking Over This $14 Million Hamptons Rental


Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian have just started filming their latest spin-off reality show, Kourtney and Khloe Take The Hamptons, and this $14 million estate is where camera crews will be setting up shop over the summer.

The show will follow Kourt and Khloe launching their Dash pop-up boutique in town, but there's plenty of room for the rest of the family to come visit. Kim will reportedly stay with her sisters for a month, and Kendall is already in N.Y.C., so it looks like all five of the bedrooms in the 8,900-square-foot home will be occupied at one point or another.

The waterfront property sits on 3 acres, and though it rents for $295,000 from Memorial Day to Labor Day, is also available to buy for $13,950,000. There are 6.5 bathrooms, a heated pool and a private dock, and from the open living room to the professional-grade kitchen, this is the perfect spot to entertain.


Wednesday, June 4, 2014

James Cameron Says Writing 'Avatar' Required 1,500 Pages of Notes


At a recent panel discussion at the L.A. Times’ Hero Complex Film Festival, James Cameron explained the lengthy process that went into writing the scripts for the projected trilogy of films that take place after the events of Avatar

Expectations, as one would assume with any Cameron project, especially one that follows the biggest-grossing film of all time, are, well, titanic. But the writer-director has a proven track record handling sequels — anyone remember T2 and Aliens? And an understanding that success usually starts with a solid script.

For the Avatar sequels, it began with him spending a year writing “1500 pages of notes of the world and the cultures and the different clans and different animals and different biomes and so on.” This gave him “a lot of loose thematic stuff” but nothing resembling a “concrete story.” 

Satisfied with his vast outline, he signed four veteran screenwriters — Josh Friedman (War of the Worlds), Shane Salerno (Armageddon), and the writing team of Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver (Rise of the Planet of the Apes) — to turn his vision into three strong and interrelated stories. Their approach, Cameron says, would be akin to “adapting a novel or series of novels.”

Kendall Jenner Goes Topless For The New Issue of Interview Magazine


Kendall Jenner
has a spread in the new issue of Interview Magazine. Sure, she's topless, but it's tastefully done and she's proven that she's got a promising career as a model, so we have a feeling we'll be seeing a lot more photos like this in the future.

Kendall reveals that one of her favorite foods is apple pie, she might have been a horse in a past life and Greece is her favorite country to visit, but she also opens up about more serious things. Well, serious for an 18-year-old reality starlet.

On her role model:

    "My dad is my everything. He always had the craziest speeches for Kylie [Kendall's younger sister] and me growing up, good words to live by. [The best advice he gave me was] 'Dream big, work hard.' My parents brought up Kylie and me to be workaholics. That's something I really appreciate."


Katy Perry Opens Up About Russell Brand & John Mayer Splits


Katy Perry covers the July issue of Cosmopolitan magazine this month, where she opens up about her two high profile romances with ex-husband Russel Brand and ex-boyfriend John Mayer.

While Katy hasn't given up on love, she does admit that she's attracted to a certain kind of a guy.

"I guess I happen to be attracted to high-frequency men," Perry jokes.

The 27-year-old says that her marriage with the comedian feels like it was "lifetimes" ago, but she's really worked on herself since the split.

"It feels like a hundred lifetimes ago, so it's like digging up an old grave. A lot of therapy has happened and a lot of understanding and growth," Perry reveals.

Charlize Theron Bails On Her Pinkberry Tab, But Returns With $96 Tip


Charlize Theron went to Pinkberry without any money, but the Oscar winner promised to come back to pay her bill, and even though it seemed touch and go for a while ... Charlize eventually came through with a HUGE tip.

Here's what went down -- an employee at Pinkberry in Hollywood says Charlize came in Tuesday afternoon, but when it came time to pay her $3.75 tab  ... she plead poverty, saying she didn't have money on her.

The employee, Keila, says Charlize promised to come back, but more than an hour passed before Charlize returned (with Sean Penn, no less).

Watch the video ... Charlize plays it cool on the way out, but right after that Keila showed us why it was worth the wait -- CT left a Benjamin for the $3.75 bill!

Chuck Lorre Has Apologized For 'Two and a Half Men'


At Sunday’s Television Academy Honors, which recognize television that generates awareness regarding social issues, Chuck Lorre was honored for an episode of Mom that focuses on Allison Janney’s character, an alcoholic who falls off the wagon and tries to repair her life. As Lorre accepted the award, he poked fun at his mega-successful sitcom Two and a Half Men.

According to Variety, Lorre jokingly told the crowd, “To do a show about people trying to redeem their lives and to salvage and repair the damage they’ve done — for me, it’s an opportunity to apologize for Two and a Half Men.”

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Jason Priestley Upgrades to a $2.7 Million Home In The Valley


After unloading their previous residence for $2 million (and a $150,000 loss), Jason Priestley and his wife have picked up a new home across the valley for $2.7 million.

The 5,075-square-foot home has 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms, and it sits on a 9,000-square foot lot in Studio City. There are gorgeous hardwood floors, tons of windows and from the fully loaded kitchen to the movie theater, the home has just about everything a family of four would want. The master bedroom features a marble fireplace, a private patio and separate entry closets, while the master bath has a marble shower with a bench and a soaking tub.


V. Stiviano: Police Arrest Alleged Attacker


One of the guys who allegedly punched V. Stiviano in the face was arrested in NYC today.

According to cops ... the suspect is Dominick Diorio ... a 40-year-old from Long Island -- and he's been charged with third degree assault as a hate crime and harassment.

Stiviano claimed 2 men jumped her Sunday night outside the Gansevoort Hotel in NYC. Her attorney says the men punched her and hurled racial slurs.

ABC first reported today's arrest -- just a few hours after Stiviano was spotted walking around the city.

As for the 2nd suspect -- NYPD says its investigation is ongoing.

Kanye West Smiles For The First Time


Kanye West who usually who thrives on anger , was sporting a strange accessory this morning in New York City ... an actual smile!

Maybe it's time to give Kim Kardashian her props -- because ever since she got Kanye to walk down the aisle in Florence ... the guy has been way more toothy with the paparazzi than we've ever seen before.

Miley Cyrus' Stolen Maserati Has Been Found


Over the weekend, Miley Cyrus' $100,000 Maserati was stolen from her home, along with some personal belongings, but according to the Los Angeles Police Department, the car has been found! A spokesperson for the LAPD said in a statement, "The Maserati taken from the Cyrus residence has been recovered in the city of Simi Valley. No suspects are in custody at this time. The investigation is ongoing."

The burglary reportedly took place sometime on Friday, but the police weren't notified until Sunday when Miley's assistant came home and noticed that things were amiss. According to the police report, a man and a woman scaled the fence on the property and entered the home through the garage.

Based on Miley's social media accounts, she didn't seemed too bothered by the incident, but it seems like the video may have been posted before she got the news that she got robbed yet again.

Star Wars Episode VII: Their Building The Millennium Falcon

 

Brace yourselves Star Wars fans, here is a photo of what looks like the beginning stages of Han Solo's famous spaceship the Millennium Falcon!

Sources close to the Rebel Alliance tell us the pics were taken inside an uber-secret location in the UK -- where different set pieces, props and creatures are being constructed.

At first glance, it looked like run-of-the-mill set pieces ... until a "Star Wars" nerd confirmed it's the legendary Millennium Falcon in mid-construction.

Monday, June 2, 2014

Oliver Stone Plots Movie About NSA Leaker Edward Snowden


Oliver Stone and his producing partner Moritz Borman have thrown their hats in the ring and will make a movie about Edward Snowden, the former systems administrator for the CIA and a counterintelligence trainer at the Defense Intelligence Agency who later worked for the National Security Agency and then made public thousands of classified documents, an act which has been called the most significant leak in U.S. history since the release of the Pentagon Papers by Daniel Ellsberg.

Stone and Borman bought screen rights to The Snowden Files: The Inside Story Of The World’s Most Wanted Man, a book by Guardian journalist Luke Harding that’s published by Guardian Faber. Stone will write and direct the film based on Harding’s Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting of the disclosures provided by Snowden. It’ll be mounted as a European co-production.

Apple Announces iOS 8 Update


Apple is hoping that 8 will be great for its iPhones and iPads.

On Monday, at its annual Worldwide Developers conference, Apple announced iOS 8, a forthcoming update to its operating system for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The new operating system, which will be available as a free download in the fall, will include additions to your notifications, text messages, photos, and keyboard, many of them similar to features that are popular on rival Android smartphones.

The new operating system will feature interactive notifications that allow you to pull down and reply from right where you are on your screen. The handy new tool works for all notifications, including alerts from your Calendar, Facebook updates, or text messages. Apple calls these Interactive Notifications, a form of which is also available on Google’s Android operating system.

An interactive text message notification.

Additionally, you can get quick access to your most frequently used contacts with a short double-click on your Home button. Previously, this just allowed you to sift through and close apps easily, but now at the top of your screen, you will also be able to quickly message, call, or FaceTime your contacts, all displayed with little photo bubbles for easy recognition.

Mike Epps Allegedly Beats Up Comic For Telling Jokes About Him


Comedian Mike Epps allegedly took part in beating down a comic in Atlanta who reportedly cracked a few jokes mocking the Kevin Hart/Epps "feud".

Atlanta Police is investigating an alleged fight that went down Saturday night at the Uptown Comedy Corner. The alleged victim, Lavar Walker, told police someone told him that Epps was waiting outside the club to speak to him.

When Walker got outside, he told police he was struck in the face by Epps ... and then attacked by Epps and two other men. Walker was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Atlanta PD tells sources, no arrest warrants have been issued.

Chris Brown RELEASED From Jail


Chris Brown has been released from jail, sources have confirmed.

Despite being sentenced on May 9 to 131 days in jail, Brown was sprung around midnight after serving 108 days.

He was actually sentenced to a year behind bars, but got credit for 116 days he spent in rehab, and another 59 days behind bars.

Brown was thrown back behind bars because a judge ruled that Brown had violated his probation in the Rihanna case. He could have been sentenced to as much as four years.

Brown still has his D.C. assault trial looming. That should begin in the next few months.

Sunday, June 1, 2014

Donald Sterling Prays For Forgiveness At Black Church


Donald Sterling sat in a Black church for 2 hours Sunday in South L.A. and pissed off some members of the congregation ... while others seemed willing to at least forgive, if not forget.

Sterling, surrounded by bodyguards (just in case), hit up Praises of Zion Baptist Church -- and sources in the church tell us he sat through the entire service ... though it's unclear if he addressed church members publicly.

Seems strange that Sterling made what amounts to a mea culpa appearance at the predominantly Black church ... since he no longer owns the Clippers (pending NBA approval). Sources connected to Donald tells us the church visit was planned several days before the sale talks began ... so it's even more interesting he went though with it.

We're told about 30 people were in attendance today -- and at least one regular member left with his children as soon as Sterling walked in with his entourage.

On his way out of church, he was asked how he felt about Steve Ballmer buying the team -- no verbal response, but watch ... he clearly heard the question. Also, he gets a warm greeting from a church member -- an African-American woman.

'Brady Bunch' Alice Dies At 88 After Bathroom Fall


TV icon Ann B. Davis who played Alice on "The Brady Bunch" has died.

According to the couple she lived with in Texas ... Ann fell in her bathroom early this morning and hit her head causing grave damage. We're told she never regained consciousness.

Her roommate says Davis had been pretty healthy for an 88-year old woman -- and her death was a total shock. In fact, she even walked downstairs to say goodnight before going to bed.

Box Office: 'Maleficent' In First Place With $70 Million


Maleficent,” with Angelina Jolie as the Mistress of All Evil in her first starring role in four years, conjured $70 million and dominated the North American box office this weekend.

That displaced the reigning No. 1 film “X-Men: Days of Future Past” — the fifth straight champ to be one-and-done — which finished second with $32.6 million, and blew away the weekend's other wide opener, “A Million Ways to Die in the West.” Seth MacFarlane's raunchy cowboy comedy was third with a disappointing $17 million for Universal.

Josh Brolin To Play Thanos In Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy'


Josh Brolin has been tapped to play the villainous Thanos in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, sources confirm.

Thanos, who first appeared in the post-credits scene in The Avengers, is a major villain in the Marvel universe and is also expected to appear in The Avengers sequel Age of Ultron in 2015.

Directed by James Gunn, Guardians of the Galaxy opens Aug. 1 and co-stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and Bradley Cooper.