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September 9th, 2009
03:00 PM ET
Lindsay Lohan gets a jobIt seemed for awhile that people were loathe to hire Lindsay Lohan. Her exploits have been well documented. In this business, if you can't complete the job you were hired to do, then people move on, no matter how popular you may have been. There's no doubt, Lohan was on a hot streak for awhile. Her first film role was 1998's "The Parent Trap," she was lauded for her role in "Mean Girls," and also starred in "Freaky Friday" and "Herbie: Fully Loaded." Several years ago, "fully loaded" took on a whole different meaning when she was busted for DUIs and subsequently hit rehab. But perhaps Lindsay Lohan isn't quite finished. Today, there's news that she's been hired. A position has been created for her at the House of Ungaro. The title? Artistic advisor. You may wonder what exactly an artistic advisor does. According to Ungaro, Lohan is "collaborating on the Spring/Summer 2010 runway collection unveiling on October 4, 2009 during Paris Fashion Week." She'll be working with newly named Chief Designer Estrella Archs. Mounir Moufarrige, the President of Emanuel Ungaro worldwide, says “Mr. Ungaro’s success was based on his genius for design and his controversial eye to whom his consumer was. Lindsay is a world consumer with a clear eye for fashion.” Lohan is no stranger to fashion, having launched a line of leggings, but do you think she's ready for the fashion big time?
August 6th, 2009
03:56 PM ET
Miley's charity auction Miley Cyrus fans have a chance to be her "roadie for a day." The popular "Hannah Montana" star is auctioning off that honor as well as outfits she's worn at premieres, on movie sets and for the cover of US Weekly's Power Girls cover. All of the proceeds will benefit her family charity, The Pappy Cyrus Foundation, named after her grandfather. The foundation supports children's causes and programs. The charity auction on ebay starts tonight at 7pm ET and runs though August 13th at www.ebay.com/miley . The actor-singer-author has been busy. She just wrapped up filming on "The Last Song" and her 45 city tour starts September 14th in Portland Oregon.
July 28th, 2009
03:28 PM ET
Michael Jackson's hair: A real gem?At first I thought it had to be a joke: making diamonds from the DNA of Michael Jackson? Following his recent death, entrepreneurs rushed to get unauthorized biographies, memorabilia and other Jackson-themed items to market. But diamonds from DNA? It sounded macabre.  Apparently, it's possible. LifeGem "specializes in creating diamonds from locks of hair," and according to founder Dean VandenBiesen, the company plans "to give people an opportunity to own a diamond made from Michael Jackson's DNA." You may wonder how they came to possess Jackson's DNA. Remember the Pepsi commercial, and the excruciating video where Jackson's hair catches fire and crew members surround him and snuff out the flames? Executive Producer Ralph Cohen apparently used his Armani jacket to extinguish the fire, and subsequently picked up a lock of the famous charred hair off the ground. Both the jacket and the hair were sold to John Reznikoff. He collects hair. He counts follicles from Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe in his collection. Reznikoff is keeping some of Jackson's hair; the other portion is being used by LifeGems to create the Michael Jackson diamonds. The company "anticipates great interest" and says this will be a "limited collection." Perhaps I'm limited in my imagination, but the thought of owning a diamond made from Michael Jackson's DNA has very little appeal. Would you buy one? More on this fascinating story tonight on Showbiz Tonight on HLN – 11pm ET/PT
July 20th, 2009
12:34 PM ET
Beastie Boy Diagnosed with CancerBeastie fans will have to wait a bit. The group has canceled their tour dates after Adam "MCA" Yauch was found to have a cancerous tumor. According to the band's publicist, the tumor is in his left salivary gland, is localized and considered treatable. He'll undergo surgery and require additional treatment. As a result, the Beastie Boys have canceled their scheduled concert appearances and have pushed back the release of their album "Hot Sauce Committee Part 1." Yauch addressed the diagnosis on www.Beastieboys.com saying "I just need to take a little time to get this in check, and then we'll release the record and play some shows. It's a pain in the neck (sorry had to say it) because I was really looking forward to playing these shows, but the doctors have made it clear that this is not the kind of thing that can be put aside to deal with later." EMI released this statement following the news: "Our thoughts, love and prayers are with Adam Yauch, his family and the Beastie Boys. The most important thing is to allow Adam to focus on staying healthy. We wish him all the best and a speedy recovery."
July 16th, 2009
10:37 AM ET
It's an Honor to be Nominated...Chandra Wilson from ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" and Jim Parsons from CBS' "The Big Bang Theory" announced the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards nominations Thursday morning in Los Angeles. Stars are reacting to the honor of being nominated. We'll post their statements in this blog throughout the day. Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series Nominee "I'm thrilled for everyone connected to the show, but I'm especially excited for Jane, Jack and Tracy. It's great working with the entire group and I'm grateful for the recognition of our work." Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series Nominees “This year’s nomination means more to me than ever before. I’m incredibly happy and honored. Certainly it’s bittersweet- we no longer get to do the show that we love so much, but that doesn’t take away from the excitement and honor of this nomination. This is a wonderful recognition of what we created together every week.”–Christina Applegate ABC's “Samantha, Who?” "I am thrilled to be nominated amongst this talented group of actors and especially happy for my friend Christina that she is being recognized for her great work. I feel proud to be a part of this show and to work with an incredible group of creative minds who take chances and are being acknowledged for this today." – Mary-Louise Parker, Showtime's Weeds "I am thrilled and honored to represent United States of Tara in this way! I really hope this helps to widen the audience for our show!" – Toni Colette, Showtime's United Sates of Tara Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Nominee "The writers have created an amazing character in Jenna which I just love to play. I'm so honored to be part of this ensemble, this is my first Emmy nomination, I'm so excited! I am blown away by the number of nominations the show has received and thrilled for everyone." – Jane Krakowski, NBC's "30 Rock" Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Nominee & Emmy Host "I love being in the mix again this year, but am absolutely over the moon about HIMYM's Best Comedy Series nomination. The only multi-camera show in the mix! This kind of recognition is huge for us. Just huge. It should be quite the night. Being asked to host the show – terrific. Getting a third nomination – fantastic. Having the ability to scribble my name in the envelope backstage when no one is looking – priceless." – Neil Patrick Harris, CBS "How I Met Your Mother" Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series Nominee "It is an honor to be recognized by my peers and be a part of "30 Rock's" 22 nominations. I thank everyone from Tina to Lorne to everyone in craft services." – Tracy Morgan NBC's 30 Rock Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series Nominee “I’m thrilled. I’m part of a phenomenal team and am so, so happy for all our nominees.” –Glenn Close, FX's "Damages" Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series Nominee "I'm hugely grateful to be nominated, and ridiculously proud to stand in the company of these incredible artists."- Mariska Hargitay NBC's Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Outstanding Comedy Series Nominee: Family Guy We’re thrilled to see Family Guy and American Dad recognized by the Academy. And the idea that Family Guy can transcend animation and be honored as one of the best comedies on television is truly rewarding. We have a great team of people that work incredibly hard on both shows. I’m really proud of them.– Seth Macfarlane, Voice of Peter Griffin Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series Nominee “What a happy surprise!”–Carol Burnett NBC's Law & Order: Special Victim's Unit Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series Nominee I was overjoyed with my nomination, for what was it, 30 Rock?? Because if I get lucky, it will give me yet again another opportunity to express my deepest feelings about “show business.” Feelings that have been bottled up for 365 days. – Elaine Stritch NBC's 30 Rock Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series Nominee "Here I am associated again with one of the best best shows ever on television. I couldn't be luckier - or happier." Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series Nominee "We are all thrilled and honored to receive any kind of recognition and this, of course, is beyond our wildest expectations. There are a lot of motivations that keep us writing late into the night. One of them is our fear of Jack McBrayer's violent outbursts. Another is the gratification that comes from being recognized by our peers. " - Robert Carlock NBC's 30 Rock
June 16th, 2009
01:52 AM ET
Gov. Palin to Letterman: I AcceptProvided to CNN by Meghan Stapleton, Spokesperson for Gov. Sarah Palin: Governor's reaction regarding Letterman's apology: "Of course it's accepted on behalf of young women, like my daughters, who hope men who 'joke' about public displays of sexual exploitation of girls will soon evolve. Letterman certainly has the right to 'joke' about whatever he wants to, and thankfully we have the right to express our reaction. And this is all thanks to our U.S. Military women and men putting their lives on the line for us to secure America's Right to Free Speech – in this case, may that right be used to promote equality and respect." –Governor Sarah Palin |
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