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Will Demi Lovato Be Home for Thanksgiving?

2010-11-17T09:59:00.000-08:00

Will Demi Lovato be breaking corn bread with her family on Thanksgiving? The 18-year old hopes so, but any timetable for the singer's release from a Chicago area rehab facility will be based on her progress and nothing else.
She's "getting better," a source told E! News this week. "She doesn't want to be in the center for Thanksgiving and wants to go home."

Until that day comes, insiders say Lovato will try to make herself feel at home. She plans to watch friend Miley Cyrus perform Sunday night at the American Music Awards.

Greg Norman and Kirsten Kunter: Married!

2010-11-16T18:20:00.000-08:00

Kirsten Kunter has just become the third Mrs. Greg Norman.
Less than a year after finalizing a divorce from Chris Evert, the Great White Shark was quietly married on private Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands.
The Australian golfing great and business magnate married the interior decorator, a longtime friend of his, before a small group of family and friends.

Congrats to Kirsten Kunter and Greg Norman!

His son Gregory, Jr. was best man. Speaking to Australia's New Idea magazine, Norman said everyone was barefoot and dressed in white for the nuptials.
"Kirsten walked down the aisle on her own. We were all waiting," Greg said. "To me, she is the most beautiful woman in the world. She looked stunning."
Kirsten Kutner was raised in Sydney, Australia, but moved to Jupiter Island, Fla., with her two children Kaya, 6, and Kelly, 3, who served as flower girls.
The bride described the wedding as small but memorable. "We wanted something very intimate with just us and the family," she said. Congratulations!

Dean Sheremet and Sarah Silver: Engaged!

2010-11-16T18:15:00.000-08:00

LeAnn Rimes may or may not be engaged to Eddie Cibrian.
For the former Mr. LeAnn Rimes, there's no doubt about his change of status. Dean Sheremet is set to give marriage another go – with Sarah Silver!
While Eddie and his ex Brandi Glanville spar often, LeAnn was the first to warmly congratulate Dean on his impending nuptials to the photographer.

Dean Sheremet with Sarah Silver (left) and now-ex LeAnn Rimes.

"Congrats to @deansheremet and @sarah_silver on your engagement!" the Grammy winner Tweeted today. "A little birdie told me the happy news."
"Best wishes for a life full of happiness."
Sheremet's engagement comes right on the heels of Rimes's own engagement rumors with Cibrian, who she infamously cheated on Dean with.
Despite E! Online breaking the news that Rimes will wed Cibrian, she insists they are not planning on marrying yet, although they are very happy.
"Eddie and I are beyond happy and in love and look forward to one day sharing such private news with you all," she wrote in an extended Tweet.
Anyway, today's Dean's day. Congrats man!

Steve and Alejandra Nash Welcome Baby Boy! Then Announce Divorce!

2010-11-16T18:12:00.000-08:00

NBA great Steve Nash and his wife, Alejandra, just announced the birth of their son and their divorce. Talk about a two-for-one deal for media outlets.
Hours after the birth of their third child, the Phoenix Suns point guard said that he and Alejandra Amarilla Nash, his wife of five years, are splitting up.
Matteo Joel Nash weighed in at seven pounds and seven ounces.

Steve and Alejandra Nash are calling it a marriage.

“I am very thankful and excited that we have a new son, Matteo Nash. Alejandra and the baby are doing fine. But this is a bittersweet moment; after five years, we are now in the process of dissolving our marriage," Steve said in a statement.
"While we have lived separately for the past several months, we remain firmly committed to raising our children in the most positive, nurturing way possible."
"I want only good things for Ale going forward."

Ne-Yo, Monyetta Shaw Welcome Baby Girl!

2010-11-16T18:11:00.000-08:00

Ne-Yo just became a father for the first time!
The R&B artist's girlfriend, Monyetta Shaw, went into early labor Friday night and had a baby girl. A rep for the star confirmed the joyous news.
The little cutie's name is Madilyn Grace Smith.

"I've been in love before but this feels like nothing I've ever felt," said Ne-Yo in a brief, poignant statement. "Like I'm in love for the first time."
The birth took place in an Atlanta hospital. Ne-Yo and Monyetta Shaw announced the pregnancy this summer. The baby had been due in January.
Ne-Yo was at a charity event for his foundation when word reached him that Shaw's delivery time had arrived, reported an Atlanta radio station.
Luckily, he made it to the hospital in time. Congratulations!

Jessica Simpson: Engaged to Eric Johnson!

2010-11-16T18:10:00.000-08:00

Not to be outdone by Nick Lachey, Jessica Simpson is getting married again. Congrats to the alleged singer and former mediocre NFL player Eric Johnson!
We kid, of course. Truly, we are so happy for Jess, whose rep confirmed the news earlier today, saying: "Yes, we are excited to confirm they are engaged!"
The couple began dating in May, after being introduced by friends. Ever since, Eric and Jessica have been seen getting cozy across the U.S. and beyond.

The future Mr. and Mrs. Jessica Simpson, everyone!

Explaining how well their relationship was going, Simpson told People last month she is just so inspired by Eric Johnson: "This is just normal, thank God. He's very, very supportive. [I] couldn't ask for a better man in my life right now."
Asked if Johnson were the one, she replied: "I never go to that because I already went there, so, I'm not gonna jinx myself. He's the one for me right now! I'm very happy, I'm in a great place and if right now could last forever, I'd take it."
She already went there, of course, with Nick Lachey, who also just got engaged to Vanessa Minnillo this month. Guess she didn't want to be outdone!
Congratulations to the soon-to-be-spouses. We can't wait for the MTV reality series chronicling the lead-up to the wedding and their life as newlyweds.

Coming to The Hangover 2: Bill Clinton!

2010-11-16T18:09:00.001-08:00

Goodbye, Mel Gibson. Hello, William Jefferson Clinton!
That's right, the former President of the United States will make an appearance in The Hangover 2, which is now filming in Thailand, a Clinton source reports.
Clinton shot his brief appearance Saturday in Bangkok, where part of the production takes place, and where he was delivering a speech on clean energy.

I feel your pain ... hangovers are the worst!

Bill Clinton will play himself in the cameo. This is not the same role Mel Gibson was hired and then fired from (that part will now be filled by Liam Neeson).
Directed by Todd Philips, the sequel brings back stars Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Justin Bartha and Zach Galifianakis, who reportedly torpedoed Mel's cameo.
Hopefully no one among the cast and crew objects to center-left political views or Oval Office dalliances with cigars, because we can't wait to see Bubba on film.

Fashion Face-Off: Lea Michele vs. Nelly Furtado

2010-11-16T18:09:00.000-08:00

You won't see Lea Michele and Nelly Furtado mentioned in the same story very often.
One is a key member of the Glee cast, while the other is a singer with a couple major hits on her resume.
But the two beauties share more in common than merely a solid singing voice, as both were spotted at public events over the last couple weeks in the same dress. Loyal THG readers know what that means: It's time to compare and contrast Lea and Nelly, coming to a conclusion about them in the following poll...

Lindsay Lohan Orders Michael Lohan Off Premises

2010-11-16T18:08:00.001-08:00

So much for that warm reunion between Lindsay and Michael Lohan.
Back at her L.A. apartment for the day before heading back to rehab in Palm Springs, Lindsay had security officers at her building remove her estranged dad.
Michael showed up, unannounced, in the lobby of Lindsay's apartment building late last week. Security called LiLo and she told them to send MiLo packing.

So much for Michael and Lindsay Lohan burying the hatchet. Dude's gotta learn about boundaries ... and discretion. [Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

The recovering actress was reportedly upset he showed up on her doorstep. Michael ended up leaving without a fuss, but the damage is apparently done.
Someone in Michael's camp (which apparently exists) claims he was just trying to bring his little girl some Chinese food for dinner. Guess it didn't take.
"This is so disappointing," Lindsay reportedly told a friend. My father hasn't changed, even though he kept telling me he had. My mother is right, yet again."

THG Kaption Kontest Winner: November 12

2010-11-16T18:08:00.000-08:00

In this past weekend's edition of THG's Caption Contest, we asked readers to come up with the best one for this photo of Kim K. and the Donald.
There was plenty of material to be found, how matter how you feel about the man. Our winner is d-bo419. Congratulations on a job well done!
Honorable mentions go out to Leo, Liz and Danielle. Thanks to all for playing and best of luck in the next edition of THG's Caption Contest ...

Seriously Kim, I got a ton of money riding on The Super Bowl this year. I can't thank you and Jessica enough for screwing the Cowboys up. And I got Favre handled through some of my Jersey friends. So please, I beg of of you... do me a huge favor and stay clear of my Giants ...

Taylor Swift at BBC Teen Awards: Performance Pictures

2010-11-16T18:07:00.000-08:00

Sorry, American fans of Taylor Swift. But you most definitely don't have a monopoly on affection for this singer.
A few days after receiving raves for her CMA rendition of "Back to December," the 20-year old traveled across the Atlantic this weekend and performed for attendees at the BBC Teen Awards in London. She sang such hits as “Love Story,” “Speak Now,” and “Mine.”
How did the crowd react to Taylor? See for yourself HERE and then click on the following photos to enlarge shots of her in concert:

Follow the jump to watch all three Swift performances from the event.

Farrah Abraham: Betrayed By Baby's Grandma

2010-11-16T18:06:00.001-08:00

Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham was shocked to learn that the grandmother of her infant daughter Sophia secretly met her and held her last summer.
"I was surprised, I felt so betrayed," Farrah said of Stormie Clark, who is estranged from the Teen Mom, but who has worked tirelessly to see Sophia.
Farrah Abraham hasn't pursued a relationship with Clark since she never approved of her son, the late Derek Underwood, dating her in the first place.

Farrah Abraham is an embattled Teen Mom, but she's a fighter.

Underwood tragically passed away in a car accident two months before Sophia was born in 2009. Since then, Clark and Abraham have been at odds.
But Clark now recalls her first - and only - "surprise" run-in with her granddaughter Sophia in June at a local park in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Star.
Farrah was not there for the secret meeting. Instead, her nanny handed over baby Sophia to Clark for a photo, which she learned about only later.

Mel Gibson Admits Slapping, Not Hitting Oksana Grigorieva; Claims He Had to Protect Daughter

2010-11-16T18:06:00.000-08:00

Mel Gibson apparently admitted "slapping" Oksana Grigorieva in a sworn court declaration, but his account of their blowout fight is very different than hers.
According to the declaration obtained by TMZ, Mel admits slapping - not hitting - Oksana after she became so hysterical that she was endangering their baby.
In the January 6 fight that sparked a domestic violence investigation, Oksana claims Mel punched her in the temple and the mouth, knocking out two teeth.
But Mel tells a very different story.

Mel says he and Oksana were arguing at his home when Oksana grabbed Lucia out her of bassinet, brought her right in the middle of the argument, screaming, "Stop yelling or you will make her into a retarded brain damaged idiot!"
Oksana then "spun around," according to Mel, and ran out into the backyard, which the actor says is dangerous at night, set on different levels and dimly lit. Oksana ran across the various levels for about 75 yards, near thorny trees.
Mel says he implored Oksana to bring Lucia back inside, which she did, but "while jerking her body from side to side to keep Lucia out of my reach."

The Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap: Bad Dancing, Elderly Engagements

2010-11-16T18:05:00.000-08:00

Sheree returned! Peter proposed! And our intern somehow managed to keep all her food down while watching the latest installment of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. A detailed recap follows...
After being MIA for most of last week's episode, Sheree came roaring back big time. In an Aston Martin no less. After all, she needs to reward herself for surviving her arduous divorce. She's also been asked to participate on Dancing with the Stars of Atlanta, a charity event. Because Sheree's all about giving back, she accepts the challenge and goes about proving to the world she can dance. Can she?
In a word: NO.

Kim shows off her brand new, gold drenched, Napoleonic office to her kids and parents. She also surprises Ariana with her new $60,000 bedroom. Brielle is fuming. Apparently a 2,000 square foot bedroom that takes up the top half of the house doesn't cut it for the fugly brat anymore.

Nene and Maloria, Cynthia's sister, prep for Cynthia's surprise engagement party. 50-year-old Peter asked for their help because he's finally popping the question after three years. It works! 50-year-old Peter surprises eyelash-less Cynthia with a huge ring which elicits about as much reaction from Cynthia as watching paint dry. Nene thought the rock showed more emotion but to each his own. Cynthia promises 50-year-old Peter she won't be a runaway bride. Mmm-hmmm.

First Listen: Michael Jackson and Akon Duet on "Hold My Hand"

2010-11-16T18:04:00.001-08:00

A duet featuring Michael Jackson and Akon was released this morning as the first official single from the late icon's posthumous upcoming album Michael.
A handwritten note by MJ was found after his death indicating his desire that "Hold My Hand" be the first single on his next album, Epic Records said.
There's no doubt about its authenticity, either. Unlike the track that leaked earlier this month, "Breaking News," Jackson's family embraces this song.

Taj Jackson, one of the star's many nephews, posted an online message Sunday saying it was the last song his uncle ever played for him in person.
"He was so proud of it," Taj said. "I'll never forget the smile he had on his face as the song played through the speakers at the Palms Hotel in Vegas."
The song may be familiar to MJ fans from the unfinished version that leaked in 2008, but Akon returned to the studio to remaster the final version.
"The world was not ready to hear 'Hold My Hand' when it leaked," Akon said of the song they originally recorded in 2007. "We were devastated."
The song is now in "its final state," Akon said. "It's a beautiful, anthemic song." Listen to "Hold My Hand" after the jump and tell us what you think ...

Britney Spears Bonds With Sean Preston

2010-11-16T18:04:00.000-08:00

Britney Spears and her eldest son, Sean Preston Federline, headed out for some mother-son bonding time this weekend. Frozen treats were involved.
The adorable twosome hit up Menchie’s yogurt shop, and SP wasted no time digging in - after a pit stop at mom’s home away from home, Starbucks.
Amazing as it is that Britney Spears has a five-year-old son, motherhood does seem to suit her, especially since she got back on medication in 2008.
Here's the two of them strolling through Calabasas ...

Britney's kid is huge! And cute!

Sebastian Bach Busted For Biting Bouncer

2010-11-16T18:03:00.000-08:00

Former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach was arrested in Ontario this morning after cops say he smashed a wine glass at a bar and got into a melee.
A melee that ended with Bach biting one of the bouncers.
According to reports, the drama began when the singer got into a "dispute" with the owner of the Peterborough, Ont., pub where he'd been hanging.

Bach was asked to GTFO the joint just after midnight, but he refused. Instead, the 42-year-old fired a wine glass at the front door. Always a smart move.
The owner of the bar and a bouncer tried to restrain the singer, and that's when things got ugly. Before he knew it, Bach bit the dude on the hand.
Bach was restrained by bar staff until cops arrived and reportedly found nearly two grams of weed on Bach. Not his best night, in other words.
He was charged with assault, possession of marijuana and mischief.

Anonymous Stripper Claims "Nice" Threesome with Melanie Brown and Stephen Belafonte

2010-11-16T18:02:00.000-08:00

Someone should give Melanie Brown and Stephen Belafonte Charlie Sheen's phone number.
According to a random Australian stripper, this couple has something in common with that troubled actor, as she claims to have engaged in a threesome with the former Spice Girl and her bald-headed husband.
The unnamed woman says she was hesitant to go back to a hotel room with the pair while they were Down Under recently, but then figured, hey, “something like that might never happen again."

Paging Charlie Sheen! Melanie Brown and Stephen Belafonte would like to make you an offer...

Brown and Belafonte were in Australia last Saturday to promote their new reality show, as the stripper says one of the couple's bodyguards came up and asked if she wanted to get into a sex act with the pair.

“It was nice. We had a nice time," the lady said.

Mistress of Gordon Ramsay Pens Letter to Wife of Gordon Ramsay

2010-11-16T18:01:00.001-08:00

Forget Hell's Kitchen. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is living through Hell's Bedroom.
An affair between the reality TV star and fame-mongering mistress Sarah Symonds came to light this summer, mostly because the latter announced her plans to write a book about the relationship. (She's already the author of "Having An Affair? - A Handbook for the Other Woman.")
Now, Symonds has taken the unusual, hilarious, condescending step of actually reaching out to Tana Ramsay, Gordon's scorned wife.

In an open letter on her website, Symonds refers to herself as an "Infidelity Analyst" and tells Tana to "stand up for herself." It gets so much better

Bristol Palin Works Her Butt Off!

2010-11-16T18:01:00.000-08:00

Despite mediocre performances all season, Bristol Palin has made it to the final four on Dancing With the Stars, and might not even be done this week.
"I can't believe it's been three months already," she said. Heading into tonight's waltz and paso doble double-dip, she says "I'm pretty confident now."
That confidence should come in handy this week, when the Pistol and partner Mark Ballas perform routines she describes as fierce and "pretty sexy."
The challenge, she admits, is that "I'm not a sexy girl."

OOH, YEAH! Mark Ballas likes what he's seen from Bristol Palin so far.

"I work my butt off," she adds, dismissing any conspiracy theories surrounding her unexpectedly long run on the show, saying it's all about effort.
Besides, for every voter that would vote for her because she's her mother's daughter, "Think about all the people who hate my mom!" she said.
That's a fair point.
As for the obligatory romance rumors that engulf any Dancing With the Stars tandem, Bristol Palin says she and Mark Ballas are purely friends

Jessica Simpson or Nick Lachey: Whose Relationship Will Last Longer?

2010-11-16T18:00:00.000-08:00

Nearly five years after Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey divorced, both stars got engaged this month and are totally ready for their second marriages.
Nick and Vanessa Minnillo announced their news November 1. Then, this Sunday, we learned that Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson will wed as well.
The way marriages go nowadays, particularly in Hollywood, you can't help but wonder if either will make it. Who do you think stands the better chance?

Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson are getting hitched. To other people.

As for the obligatory rumor that Jessica got engaged just to "keep up" with Nick (you know someone will report this), a source says Johnson "had been planning the engagement for awhile and the date was very special to them."

Willow Palin Boyfriend Cock-Blocked on Sarah Palin's Alaska

2010-11-16T17:59:00.001-08:00

Sarah Palin's Alaska is an environment wrought with challenges.
When it comes to protecting daughter Willow, a mama grizzly will do what she needs to do. Stopping by for a visit on the first episode of Sarah's TLC show, the 16-year-old Willow's excited boyfriend Andy learns this the hard way.

Sarah Palin wants to tap the oil fields of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, but strives to ensure Willow Palin remains untapped by certain Alaskan wildlife.

Barring Andy from following Willow up where evil things happen, Sarah says "See this gate? It's not just for Trig, it's for no boys go up there." Eloquent as ever.
Considering her success rate keeping boys off of Bristol Palin, you'd think Sarah would know a baby gate's not gonna do much. But hey, at least she's trying.
Follow the jump to watch the drama unfold on Sarah Palin's Alaska ...

Demi Lovato Described as "Out of Control Mess" While Dating Joe Jonas

2010-11-16T17:59:00.000-08:00

At this point, it's no secret that Demi Lovato has been dealing with a number of issues for a very long time.
How did those problems affect this singer's relationship with Joe Jonas? Greatly, according to the latest issue of People.
A source tells that publication Joe had little choice but to end things because “Demi’s attitude and behavior were out of control.” This insider goes on to refer to Demi as “a tortured mess."

Lovato's struggles hit a climax on a plane out of Peru, as has already been detailed. She believed backup dancer Alex Welch had tattled on her partying habits and, according to this story:

"Walked onto the plane, did not look at the girl, then suddenly punched her in the face and threatened her with a slew of expletives. Demi’s manager asked her, ‘Are you in control at all?’ She said, ‘Sorry, I just lost it.’”

From there, Demi agreed to seek treatment - and now we're all rooting for her to get better.

Lea Michele and Cory Monteith Remain Clothed, Dish on Success of Glee

2010-11-16T17:58:00.000-08:00

Lea Michele and Cory Monteith are no strangers to being photographed for a major magazine.
But the co-stars are strangers to being photographed for a major magazine without any controversy resulting from their scantily-clad pictorial. We're referring, of course, to their scandalous GQ spread last month.
We doubt anyone will take exception to Monteith and Michele's photo shoot in the December issue of Teen Vogue, however, as evidenced by the simple pose below:

The pair also spoke on Glee and their friendship with the magazine. A few excerpts from the interview:

PETA: FUR-ious Over Kim Kardashian Koat Selektion

2010-11-16T17:57:00.001-08:00

It was unseasonably warm in New York City yesterday, as temperatures hovered in the mid-50s.
But that didn't stop Kim Kardashian from breaking out a pair of fur coats, much to the chagrin of an organization that actually rivals this reality star in its need for attention.

Is PETA 2 FUR-ious at Kim Kardashian for these coats?

After seeing photos of Kim in the attire above, PETA released the following statement:

“Kim Kardashian is a woman who has everything - except, it seems, an ounce of sympathy for the animals who have the fur ripped off their backs so that she can purchase yet another gaudy jacket. We wish she would take a cue from her fur-free sister, Khloé Kardashian - but evidently, kindness and generosity don’t run in the family.”

Snaps, yo.

Snooki and Jionni LaValle: Disney World Love!

2010-11-16T17:57:00.000-08:00

Sorry, Emilio Masella. You missed your shot, dog. Maybe if you weren't a drunk skank with no job (quote courtesy JWoww), you'd still be with Snooki.
Instead, Jionni LaValle has stepped into the role - and they're in love!
Over the weekend, Snooki and Jionni LaValle took a trip to Walt Disney World in Florida to celebrate her upcoming birthday. Tagging along? Her dad!

Snooki and Jionni get wet and wild. And a little blurry.

Other men have come and gone from her life in rapid succession, but she seems to have learned from her mistakes and found a genuine one this time.
Under one of the pictures Snook Tweeted, she wrote, "Fallin in love at disney :)" Awww. Looks like the Princess of Poughkeepsie has found a Prince!
Here's hoping this gorilla juicehead is "The One."

Brittny Gastineau Really Might Be Dating Michael Phelps

2010-11-16T17:56:00.000-08:00

Michael Phelps does not have gold medal taste in women.
The Olympic legend was spotted out with socialite Brittny Gastineau over the weekend, as TMZ says its cameras caught the swimmer walking hand-in-hand with the daughter of former New York Jets star Mark Gastineau at the Grove in Los Angeles.

An insider claims this unexpected duo were "very cozy" at Mondrian Hotel and visit Coffee Bean and did some shopping together the following afternoon.

This isn't the first time Phelps has shown questionable taste in the opposite sex. He was once rumored to be dating Carrie Prejean. We agree: he's upgraded!

Why Did Jenna Jameson Quit Porn?

2010-11-16T17:55:00.001-08:00

She did it for the kids. Or, rather, she stopped doing it for the kids.
Jenna Jameson, who has not starred in an adult film since Kobe Loves Jenna, told W Magazine in its latest issue that she will no longer get penetrated by men or women on camera. The reason?
“I really don’t think I need to say, ‘Mommy was a porn star,’” Jameson said of explaining her former occupation to Jesse and Journey, her twin sons Tito Ortiz.

Just how far is Jameson taking this new approach? She says she "won't even do a Maxim cover" and added she hopes her children are proud:

“I feel like they’re going to know me and think, Mommy loved us so much that she quit everything and made us her job. And that’s what I did. The moment I decided to have children, I quit."

Celebrity Style Showdown: LeAnn Rimes vs. Hayden Panettiere

2010-11-16T17:55:00.000-08:00

Below, LeAnn Rimes and Hayden Panettiere go toe-to-toe in a fierce fight for fashion supremacy. Who will prevail? That's for you to tell us. Ding, ding!
Rimes may or may not be engaged to Eddie Cibrian, but there is little doubt she looked fab in a Elizabeth and James dress on a night out in L.A.
Meamwhile, the former Heroes star and current Wladimir Klitschko boo paired a green version with a leather jacket for his match in Germany.

Who wore it better?

Dancing With the Stars Recap: Jennifer Grey is Perfect!

2010-11-16T17:54:00.001-08:00

Jennifer Grey certainly made a statement last night.
With just one night remaining before the finals, and voters paying scant attention to scores for several weeks now, there is no margin for error. Everyone is at risk.
Well, everyone but her. The way she and Derek Hough danced Monday, the other three pairs are tangoing for second. A perfect 30 once? Amazing. Twice? Unheard of.

HAND HER THE MIRRORBALL: Hopefully next week, the voters will.

The 90-minute program was probably the most entertaining of the season so far, as all the couples stepped up their game, including Bristol Palin, who wasn't terrible.

Not that she deserves to make the finals over Jennifer, Brandy or Kyle Massey. Each outperformed Bristol, predictably, last night as they have for the final month.

Let's break it down by couple. Regaining sole ownership of the top of the charts were Jennifer Grey and Derek Hough, whose efforts were pure perfection.

TJ Lavin Heads Home from Hospital

2010-11-16T17:54:00.000-08:00

A month after a harrowing accident placed him in intensive car, BMX star TJ Lavin has been released from the hospital.
The athlete's mother told The Las Vegas Review-Journal that her son - who was placed in a coma to stop swelling in his brain, and also suffered an orbital fracture and a broken right wrist - has made significant progress and "is now walking, talking, eating on his own and is getting his sense of humor back."

"He has some eye issues and balance issues, but as the swelling goes down, we hope they will go away," Barbara Lavin said. "He's starting to get his personality back."

Going forward, Lavin will have to wear an eye patch occasionally, but will receive assistance from fiancée Roxanne Siordia. He'll soon join a program for brain injuries at an outpatient facility in Las Vegas and has told friends he wants to ride again someday.

Nick Lachey to Jessica Simpson: Congratulations!

2010-11-16T17:53:00.000-08:00

Divorce is a painful process for couples, so there are going to be mixed emotions if a former spouse gets re-married. Just the same, Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson appear nothing but happy for each other.
Much as the tabloids wish he'd give a better sound bite, Nick wishes nothing but the best for Jess, who got engaged to Eric Johnson over the weekend.
"I will say the same thing I always say: I wish her the very best," said Lachey, who just got engaged to Vanessa Minnillo himself after years of dating.

NICK AND JESSICA: Past and future newlyweds.

Asked how she felt about Lachey's engagement, Simpson is equally mature, telling Ryan Seacrest "Our relationship was over a really long time ago, and it would be nice if everyone could move on and celebrate the love between him and Vanessa."
Like Jessica, Nick says he's "basking in the glow" of the news and "enjoying that. I'm sure we'll get on the other planning shortly. We are just enjoying this experience."
Simpson and Lachey famously wed in 2002 and infamously split in 2005. Even then, it wasn't bitter. "This is the mutual decision of two people with an enormous amount of respect and admiration for each other," they said in a statement.
Here's wishing couples the best. Which do you think will last longer?

Kate Middleton and Prince William: Officially Engaged!

2010-11-16T17:52:00.000-08:00

It's been a rumor for months, but it's now an official Royal announcement: Kate Middleton and Prince William are engaged.
The two have been together for years, with a couple brief break-ups along the way. Already regulars in the pages of supermarket tabloids, Kate and William can expect even more coverage as they move toward a wedding that's scheduled to take place some time in 2011.

Ahead for Kate Middleton and Prince William: love, marriage... and $20 billion.

William proposed during a vacation in Kenya last month. He has informed the Queen of his intentions and also sought permission from Middleton's father.

In part, the official statement by Great Britain reads:

Lil Wayne Hit With Another Paternity Suit

2010-11-16T17:51:00.001-08:00

Lil Wayne has four kids. That we know of. Of course four, at least three have different mothers. The mother of the second child has never been established.
In any case, the ranks of Weezy's brood may be growing yet again! A Louisiana woman claims he fathered her eight-year-old grandson and wants a DNA test.
She'd have gotten it long ago had it not been for Hurricane Katrina. Really.

T-Pain (left) has nothing to do with this article.

Ever since the baby was born in 2002, the boy's family "tried multiple times to get a paternity test" from the troubled rapper, only to face unforeseen delays.
Such as a massive natural disaster. The New Orleans court system moved at a snail's pace anyway, but after Katrina, the case's records were all destroyed.
Proceedings were therefore delayed by a matter of years. Finally, this year, the court ordered Lil Wayne to submit to a DNA test. He was in jail at the time.
Now that he's been sprung, Wayne has until early-December to take it. Lightning (or hurricanes, more accurately) aren't likely to strike twice, fortunately.

Jamie and Lynn Spears: Reconciled!

2010-11-16T17:51:00.000-08:00

Britney Spears' divorced parents are back together.
Jamie and Lynn Spears, who also have a daughter Jamie Lynn Spears, are reconciling eight years after getting divorced. They're not married again (yet), but "they're back together and are doing well and happy," a source tells People.
"[They're] not remarried but back together."

The couple, who split in 2002, were looking friendly on Saturday at Los Angeles lounge Boudoir, cheering and dancing as DJ Mr. Best spun Britney Spears hits.
"They were in a great mood together," says an onlooker of the pop star's folks. "They were laughing together, dancing and laughing [and] totally having fun."
This sparked rumors of the couple rekindling their lost passion, which were soon confirmed by people close to the singer's camp and her parents themselves.
"Lynne is a dear, sweet person," a family friend says. "She deserves all the happiness in the world. My only wish for her would be a happy ending."
Congratulations to the whole family on this happy news.

Will.i.am Blasts "Disrespectful" Michael Jackson Album; Akon Defends Collaboration

2010-11-16T17:50:00.000-08:00

Will.i.am is not a fan of the posthumous Michael Jackson album, Michael.
The forthcoming project is "disrespectful" to the King of Pop, who the the Black Eyed Peas frontman says would be rolling in his grave at its release.
His reasoning? MJ was such a perfectionist, he would never want fans to hear his songs without his approval. In will.i.am's mind, this is a low blow.

Akon sees Michael Jackson's legacy differently than will.i.am.

"Whoever put it out and is profiting off of it, I want to see how cold they are," he said. "To say that what (MJ) contributed during his life wasn't enough. He just wasn't any ordinary artist. He was a hands-on person. To me it's disrespectful."
"Michael Jackson songs are finished when Michael says they're finished."
Will.i.am, who recorded with Michael just before he died, says those tapes will never see the light of day, unlike "Hold My Hand," MJ's collaboration with Akon.
Their duet is the first single from Michael, and Akon disagrees with will.i.am, saying the upcoming record is actually keeping the King Of Pop's "legacy alive."
"I don't see anything disrespectful about it," he says. "These albums would have come out if he was alive or dead." What do you think? Is it good or bad?

Floyd Mayweather Accused of Misdemeanor Battery

2010-11-16T17:49:00.001-08:00

Floyd Mayweather is in trouble with the law again.
The boxer, who has been barred from seeing his children and is awaiting a hearing on multiple felony charges, has been accused of misdemeanor battery against a security guard.

As first reported by TMZ, an employee inside Mayweather's gated Las Vegas community approached the athlete late yesterday afternoon and inquired about a parking situation. Mayweather allegedly responded to the question by poking the man in the face with his finger.
Police were called to the scene, but Mayweather did not answer their knocks on his front door. The case has now been turned over to the DA, who will decide whether or not to pursue it further

Oksana Grigorieva Emails: Proof of Extortion Against Mel Gibson?

2010-11-16T17:49:00.000-08:00

"Too much evidence, my dear."
These words, excerpted from Oksana Grigorieva emails sent to Mel Gibson just before their mediation in May, are a big part of what his lawyers believe prove attempted extortion took place between the actor and his estranged ex.
Oksana sent the emails May 2, two weeks before she and Mel went into mediation which resulted in a $15 million package for Oksana and baby Lucia.

Do Oksana Grigorieva's emails reveal sinister intentions?

In the email, Oksana Grigorieva accuses Mel and his family of leaking stories about their breakup, specifically ones that "claim you dumped me."
Mel's lawyers believe the emails show Oksana as a manipulator, someone not fearful of Gibson at all, but merely scheming to extort his millions.
Oksana writes, "Does your family think that my modesty and class could pass for stupidity?" She adds, "Do they think that I will let them carry on with ruining my reputation, which was unblemished before i ever layed eyes on you?"
"The facts are stubborn things, information is power, you told me so yourself."

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt Renew Wedding Vows, World Groans

2010-11-16T17:48:00.000-08:00

This time it's not for reality TV, just reality. Or something. Yeah, right.
Weeks after confessing they faked their divorce proceedings, and days after calling his own made-for-TV Hills marriage ceremony a contrived nightmare, Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have said "I do" in their first "real" wedding.
Third time's the charm, right?

WEDDINGS PAST AND PRESENT: This time, Speidi swears, it's legit.

Before The Hills aired their union to end its fifth season in the spring of 2009, the couple staged a bogus wedding in Cabo the previous winter. So this is #3.
Finally, the gruesome twosome says, it was for love.
"It's just me and my bride on a little secret beach with nobody else, and it's just about her," Spencer Pratt told ET of their Sunday vow renewal. "Last time it was about everything else, it was about drama, it was about ratings."
How terrible was that? The poor, victimized couple.

Emma Watson Premiere Fashion: What's Her Best Look?

2010-11-16T17:47:00.000-08:00

While readers continue to debate whether Emma Watson looks better with short or long hair, the movie star has given fans more to debate.
Over the last few days, the actress graced the red carpet at a pair of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows premieres; first in London and then, last night, in New York City.
Watson donned a couple contrasting dresses for the events, rocking a sheer, short, sexy outfit in Great Britain and then changing into a more conservative, longer gown when she flew across the Atlantic. Compare the looks below:

Nicole Richie and Joe Madden to Wed Next Month?

2010-11-16T17:46:00.001-08:00

The date has FINALLY been set for the wedding of Nicole Richie and Joel Madden, at least if you're inclined to believe anonymous Radar Online sources.
For what it's worth, the alleged date is in early December.
The former Simple Life star and her rocker fiancee are set to tie the knot before a star-studded guest list at the Beverly Hills home of Nicole's proud dad.

Are Nicole and Joel (with Harlow) about to make it official?

"Christmas has always been about family and faith for Nicole and Joel, so there is not better time of the year for them to wed," an insider told the site.
While the super-secret details of theirs nuptials have not yet been released, close pal Christina Aguilera and Samantha Ronson are planning to attend.

Invited to Thanksgiving: Taylor Swift and Beyonce!

2010-11-16T17:46:00.000-08:00

Will you be inviting Taylor Swift to Thanksgiving this year?
On the night of November 25, the singer will be featured on an NBC special, as she belts out renditions of “Mine,” “Sparks Fly,” “Story of Us,” “Enchanted,” and “Speak Now" from various locations. One of them will be a rooftop in NYC, as previewed in the rehearsal photo here:

This program will treat viewers to a behind-the-scenes look at Swift’s world, from recording in the studio to signings autographs for fans to avoiding paparazzi on the streets.

But the special will also have some serious competition: ABC is planning a Beyonce feature for the same night. It will include appearances by Jay-Z and Kanye West and is previewed below: Which of these singers will you invite over for the holiday?

Parents of Kate Middleton on Prince William Engagement: Awesome!

2010-11-16T17:45:00.000-08:00

Following many years of dating, and countless misleading tabloid cover stories, Kate Middleton and Prince William announced their engagement this week.
How do the former's parents feel about their daughter becoming an official part of the royal family in 2011? Pretty darn great!
"I would just like to say that Carole and I are absolutely delighted by today's announcement and thrilled by the prospect of a wedding sometime next year," said father Michael Middleton. "They make a lovely couple. They're great fun to be with and we've had a lot of laughs together. We wish them every happiness for the future."

The Wate-ing Game: William and Kate have made their love official.

William and Kate (who will be referred to as "Catherine" going forward) also met with the press this morning. At the media session, the Prince said he proposed with his mother's engagement ring (SEE IT BELOW).

"It is very special to me," William said. "It was my way to make sure my mother did not miss out on today and the excitement that we are going to spend the rest of our lives together."

Forgive the THG staff, readers. It just got awfully dusty in our offices. Please, give us a moment...

Lindsay Lohan to Lose Linda Lovelace Role?

2010-11-16T17:44:00.000-08:00

Is Lindsay Lohan on the verge of losing her role as Linda Lovelace in Inferno? Producers have been patient, but say there's definitely a Plan B in the works.
Director Matthew Wilder has stood by Lindsay through her legal woes, waiting for her to star as the legendary porn star. But he's exploring all options.
After all, Lohan will be in rehab at least until January 3 per court order, and it's unclear if she'll be rushing back to work even when she does get out.

Will Lindsay's Linda Lovelace biopic role be there when she gets out?

"We have been through a lot here, and although she is still our number one choice - we do have a Plan B if she cannot film Inferno," Wilder said.
"We have had a great response from other people who really want the part too. But we will wait until Lindsay has fulfilled all of her obligations."
Lohan's failed drug test in September forced Wilder and his producers to make plans beyond Lohan, who has not signed a binding contract, either.

Adam Lambert Unveils Cover, Reveals Release Date for Acoustic Album

2010-11-16T17:43:00.001-08:00

First, Justin Bieber announced the release date for his upcoming acoustic album and also unveiled the covert art for "My Worlds: The Collection."
Now, Adam Lambert has done the same.

On December 6, fans of the former American Idol finalist will be able to download Acoustic Live! and/or purchase a hard copy off the singer's official website.
The disc will feature acoustic versions of singles from his For Your Entertainment, such as “Whataya Want From Me," "Music Again," "Aftermath," Soaked” and "Mad World."
Visit our Adam Lambert video section today and click around to find examples of this crooner singing with nothing but a guitar accompaniment. The guy has some serious pipes on him, doesn't he?

Mel Gibson: Oksana Grigorieva Injured Herself!

2010-11-16T17:43:00.000-08:00

Mel Gibson's latest defense against allegations that he battered his now-ex, Oksana Grigorieva? That the crazy chick actually did that to herself. Seriously.
Oksana claims Mel scratched and bruised her January 6, which he denies, admitting only that he slapped her once, not hard, to protect their daughter.
As for how she appeared injured in photos taken after the fact?

SOMETHING'S FISHY: Mel says it's Oksana's story.

Mady Shany, Oksana's facialist, says in a declaration to the court that on January 12, Grigorieva came in for a facial, and she noted, "I noticed there were scratches and bruises around her eyes and on her forehead."
Shany says Oksana told her Mel "punched her and threw her on the bed while she had the baby in her arms." But was she lying about the abuse?
In Mel's declaration, he says Oksana is unstable and "suffers from Trichotillomania, an impulse control disorder characterized by the repeated urge to pull, and pulling, out ones own hair, eyelashes, eyebrows and other body hair."

Maksim Chmerkovskiy Determined to Oust Bristol Palin on Dancing With the Stars

2010-11-16T17:42:00.000-08:00

Maksim Chmerkovskiy may be surly, blunt, critical and not politically correct, but it's just because he's a serious competitor who wants to win. Period.
Despite being demonstrably outclassed by the field week in and week out, Bristol Palin is still waltzing and spinning. Which has Maks' head spinning.
The fact that Bristol the Pistol is even in the top four on Dancing With the Stars has reportedly rankled Chmerkovskiy, who's partnered with Brandy.

Bristol Palin's surprisingly long stint on Dancing With the Stars has captivated millions. Do not court Maksim Chmerkovskiy among those millions.

“Maksim is very emotional and takes this show very seriously, if you haven’t already seen. He really wants to win,” a source says of the Ukrainian pro.
“He works extremely hard and finds it depressing when people he thinks aren’t worthy of their current position get further then they possibly should.”
He and Brandy are both so competitive and hungry, tensions often rise between them - and they're allies. Imagine how he feels about Bristol Palin.

Coming to MTV: Teen Mom 2!

2010-11-16T17:41:00.001-08:00

Move over, Maci Bookout. Step aside, Catelynn Lowell. Time to make room, Farrah Abraham. Cool your jets, Amber Portwood. Please don't hurt us.
MTV will premiere Teen Mom 2, a sequel to the smash hit reality show, on Tuesday, January 11. Get ready for so much more baby-raising drama.
"Teen Mom 2 is shooting right now," the show's executive producer, Morgan J. Freeman, told USA Today, confirming the sequel's debut on MTV.

The Teen Mom cast became pseudo-celebrities after their trials and tribulations aired this year. Dr. Drew has nothing to do with this, he's just in the photo.

Who are the new girls? Although the cast list hasn't yet been revealed, the featured young women were selected from the current cast of 16 and Pregnant.
As for original cast members Maci Bookout, Catelynn Lowell, Farrah Abraham and Amber Portwood, running it back for a new season, Freeman wasn't sure.
"We're doing some continuous-type shooting with the original [cast] but nothing's been announced yet about what we'll do with that," the producer said.

Michaela Wallace Interview: A Chat with Justin Bieber's Girlfriend.

2010-11-16T17:41:00.000-08:00

I love Justin Bieber because he has great music that I can relate to, and it doesn't hurt that he's really hot!
Michaela Wallace is certainly not the only 14-year old with this opinion. But she is the only 14-year old with a song titled "Justin Bieber's Girlfriend," one with a video that has gone viral and turned Wallace into an online sensation.

The young singer spoke to Celebuzz this week about her single and her hopes for a successful music career. Might we have a female version of Justin on our hands?
How long has been involved with music?
I have been singing as long as I can remember. Music has always been a passion of mine and part of my life. In church, at school or just on a regular day when I disappear into my room for some one-on-one time with my guitar. I have been playing the piano since I seven years old and playing the guitar since I was ten.

Eva Longoria & Tony Parker: Divorce Rumor Untrue!

2010-11-16T17:40:00.000-08:00

Less than an hour ago, we reported that Eva Longoria and Tony Parker were splitting after three years of marriage, and that Tony filed for divorce in Texas.
Now her rep says it's completely false!
Two clerks at the Bexar County Courthouse in Texas told TMZ the case was filed and sealed by a family law judge, but Eva's rep says Tony did not file.
The San Antonio Spurs star does not even have a divorce lawyer, she says, and another clerk now says no such divorce case has crossed her desk.

Eva Longoria (no longer Parker) is back on the market!

The Desperate Housewives actress and the San Antonio Spurs star married back in July 2007, and has his initials and jersey number tattooed on her body.
Longoria was to appear at the taping of Anderson Cooper's CNN Heroes of 2010 special this weekend, but canceled, sparking rumors something was up.
Fortunately, it looks like the rumors, however they started, simply spiraled out of control and people jumped the gun. Hopefully, they're happy as ever!

Source: Jake Gyllenhaal on "Cloud Nine" Over Taylor Swift, Planning Rendezvous in Paris

2010-11-16T17:38:00.000-08:00

Reports indicate that Taylor Swift is more serious about her career than Jake Gyllenhaal.
But the same can't be said about the actor's feelings regarding this young singer. According to Hollywood Life sources, Jake has dated since his split with Reese Witherspoon, but "no one has put a smile on his face like Taylor. He’s really on cloud nine."

Call them Swiftenhaal or Gyllenwift. Just don't call Taylor and Jake a casual couple any longer.

Following casual dates in NYC and California, things between Swiftenhaal will allegedly heat up this December, as insiders claim: “The two are planning to spend the holidays together. And Jake plans to meet Taylor in Paris at the beginning of the new year, where she’ll be performing.”

Evelyn Lozada and Chad Ochocinco: Engaged!

2010-11-16T17:37:00.000-08:00

Forget Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson.
Sorry, Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo.
Move over, Prince William and Kate Middleton.
The biggest engagement news of the celebrity world this week comes from the NFL: Chad Ochocinco has popped the proverbial question to Evelyn Lozada - and she's said yes!

Viewers of VH1's Basketball Wives may be familiar with Lozado, who flew to Cincinnati yesterday and received the shock of a lifetime from her boyfriend of four months. Tweeted the reality star of her incomprehensibly large ring:

"I'm no rabbit but 10 carats looks good on me!! Let the hating begin."

You heard her ladies...

Rihanna Mourns Shannon Tavarez

2010-11-05T01:28:00.000-07:00

Rihanna

Rihanna is grieving the death of Shannon Tavarez, the 11-year-old Broadway singer whom the pop star befriended during Tavarez's long fight against leukemia.

"Just got off of a plane ride and got horrible news that our little star Shannon Tavarez has lost her battle against leukemia!" Rihanna wrote on Twitter late Tuesday. "Way too soon ... keep her family in your prayers."

Tavarez, who died Monday after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia, is being remembered as a talented and selfless girl who wanted to help others in her position even as her own health failed.

LeAnn Rimes: Love Drove Me to Cheat, Which Is 'Not Who I Am'

2010-11-05T01:27:00.001-07:00

Leann Rimes and Eddie Cibrian

Felix Gonzalez IPHOTO

LeAnn Rimes has found a measure of peace when it comes to her affair with Eddie Cibrian – saying it wasn't like her to cheat on her husband, but that she did it for love and therefore has no regrets.

"That's just not me. What happened is not who I am, period," the country star, 28, tells ABC's Robin Roberts of the affair with her Northern Lights costar in a special titled All Access Nashville, airing Wednesday night.

But Rimes isn't dwelling on the past. "I do know how much I love him," she says. "So, I've always said I don't live my life with regret. I can't."

Rimes and Cibrian, 37, were both married when they began their affair, and Rimes says now that their situation wasn't that unusual. "It happens every day to so many people," she says. "You had two couples whose marriages didn't work who really stumbled upon each other and fell in love."

The singer has been called everything from a homewrecker to a stalker, and says she's resigned to the idea that some people will never get over her infidelity. "Nothing I'm going to say is going to change it," she says. "I do know that, and I have accepted that."

Cibrian echoes Rimes's sentiments. "The truth is that we're human beings," he says. "We make mistakes and we learn from them, but we're human. We fell in love."

Away from the spotlight, though, Rimes says her love with Cibrian has blossomed. "We're really happy in what we feel privately," she says

Reality Stars Who’ve Attempted Music Careers

2010-11-05T01:27:00.000-07:00

Splash News

Rumor has it that Kim Kardashian has a new spin-off career on the horizon ... recording artist. Sources say she’s been in the studio recording her first album with writer/producer/rapper The-Dream and that she has “a really good voice.” If her voice is better than her butt, than I think we’ll have a pop star on our hands. [Celebitchy]
Well, I guess she’s just keeping up with all of the other reality stars who have attempted music careers. After the jump, a few of our favorite reality star recording artists.

Behind the Demi Lovato Breakdown: What Led to Rehab?

2010-11-05T01:26:00.000-07:00

I was bullied in middle school. People say sticks and stones may break your bones but names can never hurt you, but that's not true. Words can hurt. They hurt me. Things were said to me that I still haven't forgotten.
So wrote Demi Lovato on the PACER's Teens Against Bullying website last month. This letter is even more relevant now, as the young singer left her tour this week in order to seek treatment for issues related to low self-esteem.
What led Lovato to this point? While a few fans take the simplistic approach of blaming Joe Jonas and Ashley Greene, the truth is more complicated and deep-seated. It all culminated in an ugly incident an an airport in Peru on Saturday.

Demi Lovato was in a fragile state before she was forced to go on tour with her ex-boyfriend, as seen here.

Rumors of Demi cutting herself started well over a year ago, as she showed up at a couple red carpet events with scratches on her arm. Sources say the artist struggled with bulimia for years, leaving her in an insecure state when the romance between her and Jonas ended.

"After she split with Joe, it was just a whole bunch of drama, very awkward," an insider tells E! News. "Everyone tried to be professional, but you could tell it was wearing down Demi. It was a taboo subject to bring up, but clearly she wasn't over Joe.

"The [Jonas] boys got a break after the tour, but Demi went a nonstop promo campaign for Camp Rock 2 and was pushing the single for that movie. It really was too much ask of a girl that young. She just couldn't handle it."

This source cites overwhelming stress as the cause for Demi's breakdown, which led her into a scuffle with a backup dancer in Peru over the weekend.

"She just lost it right at the airport in front of everyone," said the source. "The [Jonases'] dad basically said right there, 'That's it. You're going home.'"

It's sad stuff, but let's all hope it's for the best. Such an incident served as the catalyst for Demi to realize she has a problem and she's now taking the proper steps to get help for it.

Jon Gosselin & Ellen Ross: Harassed at Taco Bell!

2010-11-05T01:25:00.001-07:00

It's tough being Jon Gosselin. Or the mediocre girl dating Jon Gosselin.
A trip to a Taco Bell turned into a Taco Hell of sorts for the lyin' Hawaiian and Ellen Ross after the Pennsylvania couple was recognized at the drive-thru.
Ross, his girlfriend since the spring, was so pissed at their treatment by the Lemoyne, Pa., restaurant's employees that she lodged an official complaint.

Can't Jon and Ellen grab some chalupas in peace?

She demanded that one of the employees concerned – “the one with the wrap around her head” – be fired. Like we said ... so it goes in the life of Jon.
On October 18, a server tried to gets some Jon Gosselin pictures with a cell phone, causing the increasingly publicity shy pair to become outraged.
They were apparently laughed at, openly mocked, ogled and harassed by the staff. Maybe Ellen Ross will reflect on this in her new advice column ...
Ross' complaint reads as such: "My boyfriend (Jon Gosselin from the reality show Jon & Kate Plus 8) and I came through to purchase dinner."
"When we pulled up to the window there were three girls inside and a man. The three girls noticed who Jon was as his phone rang and he answered (it was his attorney, coincidentally), they proceeded to laugh loudly and talk about him as if he weren't there they said 'OMG how funny, that's him OMG, say something to him say something.'"
"Jon put his car window up to avoid them. Every employee inside was gathered at the window staring and talking loudly about us. When we put the window back down to get our food, one employee (she had a wrap around her head) pulled out her cell phone and held it up to us to try and take a picture, while laughing at us."
"No one did or said anything to stop this. It was humiliating. We are sending a certified letter complaining about the manager's lack of professionalism and his obvious lack of control on his staff. I also want to be put in touch with the owner, and I will go to corporate to file a complaint if this problem is not addressed properly."
"I expect it to be resolved immediately since there is no excuse for your employees to make a spectacle out of us for their entertainment when they need to be doing their jobs, so instead they violated our privacy. I surely hope this employee whom I see frequently (the one with the wrap) can be terminated immediately."
"Employees be terminated immediately or we will sue your company for taking pictures of us while we waited for our food. At this point we had already paid. I am extremely disgusted by this conduct. I have been a paying customer for years at this specific location and to your company in general. I do not deserve this."
"Jon is a regular guy, living in the area, and does not try to stick out anymore. I expect this to be taken care of immediately. I plan to spread the word to friends, family, and neighbors to not eat at this store, or any others for that matter."

Farrah Abraham Fights For Control of Baby Sophia

2010-11-05T01:25:00.000-07:00

It's no Amber Portwood stealing baby Leah, but Teen Mom co-star Farrah Abraham has been in a battle of her own with people trying to take her daughter.
Stormie Clark, the mother of Farrah’s late baby daddy Derek Underwood, had been seeking “grandparent’s rights” in Pottawattamie County (Iowa) Court.
A judge denied her request, keeping Sophia in Farrah's custody. But it was too close for comfort for a young single mom already battling against all odds.

Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham with adorable baby Sophia.

In order for a judge to have approved this request for visitation, Stormie would have needed to prove she has a pre-existing relationship with baby Sophia.
She does not. If Farrah Abraham were unfit to decide who Sophia should or shouldn’t be around, that would have been grounds as well. Also not the case.
Again, it's no Amber beating up Gary Shirley and getting the cops called, but Farrah’s relationship with Derek’s family is still messy. Keep on keepin' on girl.

Fashion Face-Off: Jessica Szohr vs. Leighton Meester

2010-11-05T01:24:00.001-07:00

Jessica Szohr may have no shot in this one. Leighton Meester's a strong competitor, and, well ... she's channeling Gothic Barbie a little too much for our taste.
You be the judge, though. As you can see, she donned oversized shorts and a drapey silk cardigan and platforms at a fashionable Maybelline New York event.
Her Gossip Girl co-star, meanwhile, opted for the high fashion route in a color block Giambattista Valli dress with a draped front at NYC's Cipriani Wall Street.

Justin Bieber to Ellen: Selena Gomez is Sweet, Bullying Is Not

2010-11-05T01:24:00.000-07:00

must be Impressive Young Artists Week on Ellen.
First, the show gave a platform to Willow Smith, who blew us away with a rendition of "Whip My Hair." Watch it NOW.
Then, earlier today, Justin Bieber appeared alongside Ellen DeGeneres and touched on issues from dating to bullying, the latter of which is relevant these days due to the sad circumstances surrounding Demi Lovato. Excerpts are below...

Justin Bieber fans simply must watch how this artist shocked Ellen attendees on today's show. Check it out now!

Does he ever date? "[It's] very hard but, you know, it happens. I like to hang out with girls and date and stuff like every other 16-year-old."

On attending a football game with Jaden and Will Smith and Selena Gomez: "It was weird. No one bothered me at all. We were at a high school game and [Selena] came too. It was the weirdest thing. She's sweet. She's a sweetheart."

On bullying: "If you are a bystander you definitely should help out because it could be you next. Everybody goes through bullying. Everybody has, even me.

"On my Youtube page there are so many haters. They just say crazy stuff. Like, I'm not mad. I'm 16 years old and I don't have chest hair and I'm not angry about it at the moment. That will come. People are like, 'Look at him he puts helium in his voice before he sings.' You just have to laugh at yourself. It's funny."

Two and a Half Men Crew to Charlie Sheen: Welcome Back!

2010-11-05T01:23:00.001-07:00

Charlie Sheen returned to being unfunny on Two and a Half Men this week, and on-set sources said little in the atmosphere was different, despite Sheen's rough night out in NYC a few days ago.
"At first it was kind of awkward because of all the press stuff we’d heard,” a crew member said. “But Charlie just chatted with us and said he was sorry about everything that’s happened and that it wasn’t going to affect us on set... and it honestly hasn’t.”
It hasn't affected viewers, either. They may rail against Tiger Woods and think Jon Gosselin is a dog - but ratings were up 7% for the first episode of this sitcom following Sheen's most recent rampage.

Wine and women? The writers at Two and a Half Men know how to give Charlie Sheen material to which he can relate.

While the actor is clearly a menace when it comes to his personal life, he's able to leave those problems at home (or in a restaurant, or in a hotel room) when work beckons. Another staffer backs that up:

“We’re really happy to be back on set. We love Charlie. That dude is the nicest guy. Seriously, he’s the best to work with.”

Lil Wayne: Out of Jail, Ready For Strip Clubs

2010-11-05T01:23:00.000-07:00

Troubled rapper Lil Wayne is set to walk out of New York City's infamous Rikers Island prison this morning after serving an eight months on a weapons charge.
As soon as Weezy's free, his friends are reportedly planning an "extravagant, elegant" evening of celebration, boozing and strippers to welcome him home.

TRIUMPHANT: Lil Wayne is out of jail and back on the streets. Run.

The platinum-selling, billboard topping star pleaded guilty in 2009 to having a loaded gun on his tour bus. He started serving a one-year sentence in March.
He's expected to get out early due to time off for good behavior, despite "electronic contraband" that landed him in solitary confinement for the last month.
In an interview with MTV, Young Money records president Mack Maine said a party is being planned in Miami to help him readjust to life on the outside.
"It should be a lot of beautiful women, just ... beautiful scenery. We're going to just treat him like a king, like the royalty that he is and make him feel like we really missed him and welcome him back to the family," Maine told MTV.
The record label boss, who is also a close personal friend of Lil Wayne, said after a private party, the entourage would move over to a strip club called King of Diamonds in Florida's party capital. Readjusting to normal life? Done and done.
Lil Wayne joined a roster of successful rappers who have spent time behind bars, a list that has muddied the line between art and life in their genre.
Tupac Shakur, Lil' Kim, Foxy Brown, Shyne, Mystikal, Gucci Mane and T.I. have been incarcerated for periods ranging from months to years..

Happy Birthday, Matthew McConaughey!

2010-11-05T01:22:00.001-07:00

Alright, alright, alright, alright... Matthew McConaughey turns 41 today.
The actor hasn't anchored a film since last year's (awful) Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, but he has a very good excuse for taking a slight breaking from Hollywood. Two good excuses, actually, one named Vida and the other named Levi.
Indeed, the hunk became a father for the second time in January and has been spotted around Los Angeles playing the role of father these days. We've included a shot of him doing just that below, but don't worry, ladies.
This photo montage also celebrates the star's physique. We encourage readers to send McConaughey birthday wishes as they click around and ogle the following pics of him:

Bristol Palin Forgets to Vote, Wants Mom to Run

2010-11-05T01:22:00.000-07:00

Making it to the final five on Dancing With the Stars is hard work. So hard that Bristol Palin admitted she didn't vote in this week's midterm elections.
"I did not send in my absentee ballots to Alaska," the daughter of Sarah Palin confessed in an interview. "I'm going to be in trouble. Sorry, mom!"
Too bad for mom, since Palin-backed Tea Party favorite Joe Miller needs every vote he can get in a tooth-and-nail battle for U.S. Senate. Oops.

BRISTOL THE PISTOL: Hey, give the younger Palin a break. Votin', schmotin'. She's workin' hard out there on the dance floor, all so she can support her kid.

We're guessing she'd remember to vote in 2012.
Asked if her she wants her mom to make a run for the White House, Bristol Palin said, "Of course. I know she is great, and she is great for our country."
A polarizing figure, Sarah Palin has been flirting openly with the idea but has not definitively said she will. What do you think? Should Sarah Palin run?

New Britney Spears Album: Coming in Early 2011

2010-11-05T01:21:00.001-07:00

Pop star Britney Spears will release her newest album in early 2011, according to one of her producers, Dr. Luke. It will be her seventh studio effort in all.
Although her record company has not yet commented, Luke told The Hollywood Reporter that fans should expect the album to hit shelves early next year.
"She's an icon, I don't want to let anyone down. I'm excited to be co-executive producing with Max Martin, who kind of invented Britney," the doctor said.

Rumor has it Britney Spears' new album is just months away!

"She's such an amazing vehicle to getting that music out to a lot of people in every country," added Luke, who promises this will be "really good music."
Spears, who is battling a lawsuit from Fernando Flores, has to date sold over 100 million records, and her last album, Circus sold over 3.5 million copies.
Despite a turbulent last couple of years, few artists of any era or genre can match that figure. No wonder Glee did a tribute episode in her honor.
Who's looking forward to her new songs leaking early already?

Miley Cyrus to Go So Undercover for Next Movie

2010-11-05T01:21:00.000-07:00

When it comes to her parents' divorce, Miley Cyrus "is not taking any sides," a source says. "She's trying to keep everything private while her family works through this."
Fortunately, the actress now has something else to focus her attention on anyway: a new movie role. She'll play the lead in So Undercover, an action comedy that finds her private investigator character hired by the FBI to infiltrate a college sorority.
Perhaps Miley can research this role by digging up information on whether or not her mom really did bone Bret Michaels or not.

Shooting on this movie will begin next month.

Meanwhile, Miley will next be seen on the big screen in LOL: Laughing Out Loud. She plays a troubled teen opposite Demi Moore and Ashley Greene.

Fashion Face-Off: Rihanna vs. Rihanna

2010-11-05T01:20:00.001-07:00

Rihanna makes almost as many headlines with her fashion as she does with her music. Okay, maybe that's a stretch, but her style is pretty noteworthy!
Never one to shy away from bold colors,the star goes went for a vibrant look - right down to the turquoise shoes! - as she left New York's MTV studios.
Then, she was blooming again in a longer, floral dress at the signing of her new coffee table book (called Rihanna) at a Barnes & Noble. Which is better?

Tabloid Bombshell: Bret Michaels Slept with Tish Cyrus!

2010-11-05T01:20:00.000-07:00

Us Weekly drops a bombshell in its latest issue: the parents of Miley Cyrus got divorced because Tish Cyrus had an affair - with Bret Michaels!
Sources tell the tabloid that the rocker "got close to the entire family" in February, around the time he and Miley recorded their racy duet, "Nothing to Lose."

Tish, who serves as Miley's manager, was spotted at the Michaels' February 28 concert in Los Angeles, adds an insider, who says: "Billy Ray was completely unaware of what was going on."
Eventually, the country singer reportedly found out and filed for divorce from his wife of 17 years. He is seeking joint custody of their three children.
Reps for both Michaels and Tish deny this story, but Us Weekly stands by its family source, concluding: "It was a professional relationship that turned into something more."
** UPDATE: Star Magazine has also jumped on the Bret and Tish bandwagon.
Its latest edition quotes friends who say Tish went all out to get the rocker's attention. She “would always show up to the studio in tight jeans and revealing T-shirts and flirt shamelessly with Bret," an insider says, claiming that Billy Ray was “ashamed of Tish’s behavior and wants out of this mess."
Are you buying this, readers?

Randy and Evi Quaid Skip Bail; Nut Jobs Wanted Again After Court No-Show

2010-11-05T01:19:00.001-07:00

Just when you think Randy and Evi Quaid can't get crazier ...
In what may end up being a very costly move, the fugitive couple once again didn't appear in court, this time for their felony vandalism arraignment Tuesday in Santa Barbara, Calif. Evi's bail amount of $500,000 was forfeited as a result.
A new bench warrant has been issued for Evi Quaid. Sigh ...

Randy and Evi Quaid insist they are not crazy.

Evi, whose probation had been revoked for her previous hotel bill fraud case, is expected to face jail time. If she ever sets foot back in the U.S., that is.
Both the Quaids accused of squatting in and causing damage to a Montecito, Calif., home they used to own. A realtor found them crashing there. Hilarious.
They are currently seeking refugee status in Canada.
Randy's $500,000 bail remains in place, because the Quaids' attorney told the judge he is required to stay in Canada until an immigration hearing there Nov. 8.
A warrant for Randy was also issued Tuesday, but held on condition he shows for the couple's next hearing, which has been scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 16.
We'd say it's even money they don't show.
The pair claims they are running for their lives from estate planners and businessmen in Hollywood called "star whackers" who seek to have celebrities killed.
They recently discussed this theory on Good Morning America, insinuating that the "whackers" offed Heath Ledger and that Britney Spears could be next.
Not sure if a whole team of psychiatrists could handle these two.

Rick Fox Eliminated on Dancing With the Stars

2010-11-05T01:19:00.000-07:00

Last week's shocking elimination of Audrina Patridge on Dancing With the Stars certainly proved that anyone's fair game, but still, we didn't see this one coming.
Rick Fox is out the door now.
Despite earning personal-best scores this season and tying for the highest totals overall for his individual routine, the NBA star will be watching from the bench.

Cheryl and Rick are out the door somehow. Go figure.

Despite besting Kyle Massey, Kurt Warner and Bristol Palin, who doesn't even want to be there anymore, Rick apparently didn't do it for voters. Pretty shocking.
Too bad, because like Audrina, he's actually one of the better dancers this season. He's decent, works very hard, made strides and was genuinely fun to watch.
"It's been amazing. It's been a transformational journey for my relationship with my girlfriend and with my daughters," said Rick, who's now with Eliza Dushku.
Not sure we would have been so diplomatic.
How is Bristol Palin still around? Is there a conspiracy in play? Was it a GOP wave that swept Democrats out of the House this election night? A backlash among Laker fans after Fox showed up in his Celtic-green giant outfit (he played for both)?
We may never know.

We'll miss you, Jolly Green Giant.

All we do know is that scores and performances evidently mean nothing, otherwise Bristol the Pistol would likely be on a plane to Wasilla right about now.

She probably wishes she were, that's the irony. Maybe this is reverse psychological punishment for her half-assed efforts of late. You're STAYING!

We're kidding, mostly. But you do have to wonder what viewers are thinking with these past two eliminations. They both should still be here with us. Alas.

Andy Irons Passes Away at 32

2010-11-05T01:18:00.000-07:00

With his first child due next month, surfing legend Andy Irons was found dead in a Dallas hotel room yesterday morning. He was 32.
The three-time world champion was scheduled to return home to Hawaii, but reportedly felt sick and booked the room in Texas for a night. An employee found him in bed around 10 a.m. local time.

While an official cause of death has not been determined, the surfer's family released a statement saying, "[Andy] had reportedly been battling with dengue fever, a viral disease."

Meanwhile, a quantity of methadone, along with other medication, was found on a bedside table in Irons' hotel room, reports The Sydney Morning Herald.

Rumors of drug use have often surrounded the athlete, but surfing writer Nick Carroll says he doubted any foreign substances played a role in his death.

"Andy, at times during his life, was an energetic party boy, but he really seemed to have shrugged that off in the last year or two," Carroll said. "His wife was pregnant with their first child and she's about a month from delivery."

Fashion Face-Off: Naomi Watts vs. Rosario Dawson

2010-11-05T01:17:00.001-07:00

Two women that scarcely make celebrity gossip headlines are in the news today.
That's because Naomi Watts and Rosario Dawson each donned the same Stella McCartney gown for public events over the last few weeks.
The former chose a shade of pink for the Met Costume Institute gala, while the latter went with periwinkle at the premiere of Unstoppable.
You know what comes next,right? Compare the looks below and then vote:

Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal: Happy, Friendly, Eating Ice Cream!

2010-11-05T01:17:00.000-07:00

Friends say Taylor Swift is a lot more serious about her career these days than she is about Jake Gyllenhall.
But that hasn't stopped these two from taking their quasi romance out west.

A week after they were initially spotted around New York City, Swift and Gyllenhaal spent Halloween weekend in California. Late on Monday, witnesses saw the pair stop for an ice cream at a shop in Santa Barbara.
"They looked at all the flavors and couldn't decide, so they asked the counter girls for help," a staffer told Us Weekly of the duo, who were described as "happy" and "friendly."
The celebs' ice cream choices? Drum roll, please... Swiss chocolate chip for Jake and yogurt with rainbow sprinkles for Taylor. Gyllenhaal paid for both.
Onlookers also say the pair posed happily for photos in the parking lot and "smiled a ton." Swift does have one million reasons to be pleased, too: her new album has already sold that many copies.

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt: Bankrupt?!

2010-11-05T01:16:00.001-07:00

Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt claim they've blown $10 million and are behind $2 million in taxes, considering filing for bankruptcy and have no place to live.
While we don't believe anything the gruesome twosome says, that music "career" had to be a huge financial disaster, and 120 plastic surgeries can't be cheap.
"We were immature, worrying too much about [fame] instead of the business part," Spencer tells Life & Style, which likely paid for the right to speak to him.

BROKE AS A JOKE? We're not buying it. If Speidi's out of cash, where did he get that sweet staff? It doesn't add up, people. [Photo: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

"In hindsight, we shouldn't have spent any money. We should have been low-key and saved ... I've looked into bankruptcy and unemployment checks."
If Spencer Pratt gets an unemployment check, we're moving to Canada.
Heidi and Spencer never imagined The Hills wouldn't still be successful four years after its 2006 debut, which is absurd, since that's actually a long run.
So when the final season was cut from 20 episodes to 10 and they weren't paid for the 10 unaired episodes they were inexplicably booted from, well ...
Times apparently got tough.
"We thought The Hills would be like 90210 and we'd have 5-10 years," Spencer says. "The ratings were consistent, but we never saw Jersey Shore coming."
Seriously, who did bro?
"At our lowest point, I considered posing for nude pictures in Playboy," says Heidi Montag, who previously posed for the magazine. What stopped her now?
Spencer's parents' appeal for her to keep her clothes on in exchange for living in their guesthouse. "I feel like I'm 14 years old again," Spencer Pratt says.
We're just surprised they haven't disowned him.
"My parents are my lifeline," he says, and Heidi adds that "Spencer's parents go to the grocery store for us once a week, and that's all that we get."
"We don't want sympathy," Spencer says. "We did this to ourselves and feel like idiots. But we've grown up and are definitely not as naive anymore."
Eh, anyone buying this nonsense? Seems like it's a fake ploy for sympathy to us, much like their previous fake sex tapes, divorces, marriages, etc.
Oh well, glad to hear they're happy at least!

LeAnn Rimes on Eddie Cibrian Affair: No Regrets!

2010-11-05T01:16:00.000-07:00

LeAnn Rimes says her decision to have the affair with Eddie Cibrian that ended both their marriages is complicated and people shouldn't rush to judgment.
Brandi Glanville will beg to differ when she sobers up.
"What happened is not who I am, period," Rimes says on In the Spotlight with Robin Roberts: All Access Nashville, airing Wednesday at 10 p.m. on ABC. "But I know how much I love him. I've always said I don't live my life with regret. I can't."

Home-wrecker or not, LeAnn Rimes has no regrets.

LeAnn and Eddie's scandalous fling began last year while shooting the Lifetime flick, Northern Lights. He was married to Glanville, and she to Dean Sheremet.
"It happens every day to so many people," Rimes says, trying to justify the affair. "If I take away my album sales, my words, you have just another couple."
"You had two couples whose marriages didn't work and who really stumbled upon each other and fell in love. I can't change [critics'] minds. Nothing I'm going to say is going to change it. I do know that and I have accepted that."
Eddie Cibrian seconds that notion: "The truth is that we're human beings. We make mistakes and we learn from them, but we're human. We fell in love."
"We're talking about something that's over a year, year and-a-half old, really, and we're still together, and we're madly in love," the actor continues.
"I think people are finally seeing that, but it doesn't mean people will accept it or tabloids will stop printing lies and try to tear us apart, tear us down."
Adds Rimes, who is not engaged to Eddie Cibrian, "We're really happy in what we feel privately. We hope one day, I think people will feel publicly."
Contrary to other reports, Rimes doesn't break down in tears defending any railing. She cries when asked about her book, What I Cannot Change.
"That was my life!" she says, of her music career, crying. "I'm learning who I am without it and that's the coolest thing about my life right now."
These days, music isn't the burden that it used to be.
"There's been a lot thrust on my shoulders at a very young age. I - thank God. I don't know how I could have handled it, but I have and I'm still here."

Dancing With the Stars: A Bristol Palin Conspiracy

2010-11-05T01:14:00.000-07:00

Bristol Palin is now in the final five on Dancing With the Stars.
Who will she outlast next? Rick Fox's elimination last night, and Audrina Patridge shockingly getting the heave-ho the week before prove that no one is safe.
The question is how it's even possible. Sure, she's better than David Hasselhoff or The Situation. But Rick and Audrina had the moves and the flair, and Bristol doesn't even want to be there. Her words and body language have said as much.

STILL STANDING: Week after week, Bristol Palin beats superior Dancing With the Stars competition. How long can it go on? Could she actually win this thing?!

It's still a stretch to think that she could best Brandy and Jennifer Grey to actually win DWTS, but another week or two? Doesn't seem impossible right now.
Her talent is average at best, her effort mediocre, and fan support ostensibly lacking. What gives? There has to be some sort of diabolical plot at work here.
A couple of Bristol Palin conspiracy theories:

Sarah Palin has the entire Tea Party movement and everyone on her PAC email list dialing and robo-texting like madmen after every episode.
ABC rigs the results so she stays and we give the show free publicity with ridiculous articles like this one. Game, set, match, network execs!
Their Russian neighbors are voting around the clock.
Voters fear an attack by a swarm of Mama Grizzlies.
Christine O'Donnell cast a spell on DWTS phone lines.
The Teen Mom demographic is bigger than realized.

Angelina Pivarnick Gets Jumped at Hot Topic

2010-11-05T01:13:00.000-07:00

Angelina Pivarnick used to star on Jersey Shore. She famously walked out on both seasons of the MTV show so far, and now only makes news for other reasons.
Like getting attacked at the Hot Topic in the Staten Island Mall.
Sources close to Angelina say the reality "star" was inside Hot Topic when she was approached by a "rowdy group" of young people. The hooligans attacked.

NOT A HOT TOPIC: Angelina Pivarnick can't catch a break.

Ange claims someone jumped her from behind, striking her in the back of the head. A friend, which she apparently has, says someone threw a bottle that hit her lip.
No word if JWoww and Snooki were the unknown assailants.
She immediately called police, but mall security paints a less dramatic tale, saying a crowd filming Angelina got chaotic and she was accidentally hit in the face.
In any case, security quickly arrived to the Hot Topic and ordered the kids to leave the store. Angelina Pivarnick is still talking to police to decide her next move.

What Oksana Grigorieva Really Wants.

2010-11-05T01:12:00.000-07:00

Cash. That's what it boils down to for Oksana Grigorieva in her ongoing crusade against Mel Gibson, which is ostensibly about custody of their daughter, Lucia.
The real fight between Oksana and Mel most likely stems from a legal document created before Lucia was even born one year ago,
The Icon Trust, created by Mel and wife Robyn Gibson to provide for their seven children, defines the children as ones born from Mel Gibson or Robyn Gibson.

GETTING HERS: Oksana's apparently determined to.

When the trust was drafted, no one thought Mel or Robyn, married for nearly three decades, would have a child outside the marriage. Enter Oksana Grigorieva.
Sources connected with Mel and Robyn say everyone wants Lucia to be taken care of, but adding her as a beneficiary in Mel's trust creates complex tax issues.
For whatever reason, Mel didn't want that to happen. So when he and Oksana broke up and struck a settlement deal in May, this was one of the key points.
In addition to her handing over the Mel Gibson rants, the very first term of the deal says "Oksana consents to amendment of Icon Trust to exclude Lucia."
In return for excluding Lucia, Mel agreed to provide a financial package for the baby worth more between $8 million and $15 million, according to reports.
As we know, Oksana agreed to this deal but balked at the last minute, and has gone after Mel for all he's worth every since. Why turn her back on that?
TMZ says lawyers advising Oksana say Lucia got royally screwed by giving up an interest in the trust, which they said would be worth up to $50 million.
In other words, one-eighth of a $400 million trust.
Close Mel sources say the money in the trust is not even in the same universe of $400 million, but whatever's in it, Team Oksana felt it needed a piece.
If Oksana's lawyers persist and Mel settles out of court, the attorneys get a percentage of the settlement. So they've convinced Oksana to go for it.
Pretty messed up.

Katie Price tells Alex Reid: Do Strictly and we're finished

2010-11-05T01:11:00.001-07:00

Alex's dancing dreams are over as Jordan decides to lay down the law

Katie Price doesn't want Alex Reid to join Brucie and Tess

Alex Reid must have been hit on the head by cage fighter Tom ‘Kong' Watson a lot harder than we thought if he seriously thought Jordan would let him get up close and personal with a sexy dancer on Strictly next year.
But, alas, Einstein he ain't. For we can reveal that Jordan, 32, flew into a massive rage when Alex accidentally let slip that he'd been considering going on the BBC show.
‘Alex was just talking about what projects he'd like to do in the future and Strictly was one option,' says a pal.
‘He's open to anything, so it was just a light-hearted comment but she took it really badly because she knows the show has a history of blossoming relationships.'
Although Jordan's reactions are usually OTT, we have to admit that this time she's got a point. In 2008, speculation mounted over newsreader Natasha Kaplinsky's relationship with dance partner Brendan Cole, although they both denied it.
And on last year's show, The Bill actress Ali Bastian fell for her dance partner Brian Fortuna while Kristina Rihanoff was smitten with boxer Joe Calzaghe.
‘Jordan told Alex in no uncertain terms that he wasn't allowed to go on Strictly and if he did, he could kiss goodbye to their relationship,' says the friend.
See the full story about Alex Reid and Katie Price in Now magazine dated 1 November 2010 - out now!

Katy Perry: Cheryl Cole and I turn Simon Cowell on because we're feisty

2010-11-05T01:11:00.000-07:00

The stunning singer knows why Simon loves her

Katy Perry admires Simon Cowell

Katy Perry went head-to-head with Simon Cowell when she was a guest judge on The X Factor.
But the singer has a lot of respect for the TV and music mogul.
'I love the way he doesn't even try to hide it when he thinks a contestant's rubbish,' Katy tells Now.
'People have opinions about his technique but he's usually right and that's why he's the most powerful man in the music industry.'
Katy, 25, loved working with Simon, 51, and Cheryl Cole, 27.
'Simon's a fatherly figure for Cheryl and although they argue, he thinks a lot of her,' observes the new Mrs Russell Brand.
'I think deep down Simon loves women who can stand up to him and he found that in me.
'He's got people running around after him all day, so when he finds someone a bit feisty I think he finds it a turn-on, especially when it's a woman.'

Dannii Minogue: I’ll quit The X Factor – live on air!

2010-11-05T01:10:00.000-07:00

Ignoring all the backstage rows, the new mum’s ready to move on in dramatic style

Dannii' Minogue's got her eye on a job with ITV's This Morning

New mum Dannii Minogue has a new-found confidence and not even the widely reported feuding between The X Factor judges can burst her bubble of maternal joy.
Now a show insider reveals that the 39-year-old is so certain this will be her last stint on the show that she's thinking of dramatically quitting live on air.
Though Dannii Tweets that this rumour is 'total %@*#', an insider says:
‘Dannii's been frozen out backstage. 'While she's getting on with Louis, any common ground she had with Simon and Cheryl has gone.
‘Although she'd love to win this year, she thinks her time's up on the show. In fact, she's been joking with the backstage crew about getting Victoria Beckham or Nicole Scherzinger to replace her.
‘She wants to make an announcement in the last few weeks of the show and has even said if she gets the chance she will reveal her resignation live on air.'
Dannii has no plans to walk away from her other commitments and is keen to focus on her Project D fashion range and furthering her TV career.
‘She's been approached by Loose Women but said she wasn't quite ready for that,' says Now's source.
‘But she's working on an idea with This Morning to showcase the latest fashions. That's perfect for her as it has a break over the summer, so she can go back and spend time with her family back in Australia.'
See the full story about Dannii Minogue in Now magazine dated 1 November 2010 - out now!

Brooke Mueller on Charlie Sheen: What a Survivor!

2010-11-05T01:09:00.001-07:00

Sadly, it will take more than an alleged beating and the cocaine-fueled destruction of a hotel room for Brooke Mueller to stop believing in Charlie Sheen.
Asked by Extra about the latest drunken escapade of her husband, Mueller said: "Charlie is a Survivor. He knows how to handle himself."
If Brooke means Sheen has literally survived through today, we cannot argue with that point.

Like Sheen, who blamed the media for making a big deal out of nothing this week, Mueller seemed to downplay the incident at the Plaza hotel early Tuesday morning, saying:

"You know how things get blown out of proportion."

Lady Gaga, Snooki Top Celeb Halloween Costumes

2010-11-05T01:09:00.000-07:00

Lady Gaga and Snooki may not be mentioned in the same breath too often, but sightings of both are running rampant across the country this Halloween.
Gaga, known for her outrageous outfits, is the No. 1 most-requested celebrity Halloween costume in the U.S. this year, followed by the Jersey Shore cast.
Of the Shore cast, Snooki has been the dominant player, with bump-its and wig sales off the hook this year. Spray-tanner, too, we'd have to assume.

Who would you rather dress up as?

In order to make a compelling Snooki, orange body paint is pretty much necessary, as is not wearing underwear or being able to speak English well.
Just kidding. Mostly.
With so many wacky Lady Gaga outfits to choose from, expect lots of rumored hermaphrodites donning John Lennon-style sunglasses, leotards, and fishnets.
Maybe the occasional meat dress, too. Another pop princess on the scene this Halloween is Katy Perry, while The Town nun masks are also popular.

Heidi Montag: Happy With Body, Spencer Pratt

2010-11-05T01:08:00.000-07:00

Just a month after calling off her fake divorce from Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag is just gushing about the man she married and plans on keeping forever.
In Las Vegas to host the Pure Nightclub Halloween party last night, the surgically enhanced reality star put to rest any doubts that Speidi will last.
"It's been a long summer, but we are together," Montag told the Las Vegas Review-Journal, "I'm so excited to be in Vegas and to have our friends there."

Wait ... Speidi has friends somehow?

No word if the reunited Hills couple wore matching costumes, as Heidi Montag wanted her outfit to be a "surprise" but promised a "super cute-sexy" one.
She will also stay clear of gambling on her trip, saying, "I definitely don't have enough money to gamble. In this economy, I'm keeping every penny."
Guess that eliminates the chance of helping her mom out.
Not only is her marriage back on track, Montag loves her new figure after umpteen plastic surgeries: "I'm definitely feeling the best I've ever felt."

Hollywood’s Pumpkin Patch: Where Attention Whores Go To Be Seen…And Buy Pumpkins

2010-11-05T01:07:00.001-07:00

Every October a stream of pictures roll in of various celebrities out at something called the Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in Los Angeles. Now look, we live in New York City, where we buy pumpkins at the grocery store like every other regular person. Obviously we’re a bit clueless as to how people do things in LA (Cars? What are those?) but we have to imagine there are other places to buy pumpkins in the greater Los Angeles area than just the paparazzi-filled Mr. Bones. Which can only mean one thing…THIS is where celebrities go to be seen in October!
Whether you’re Shauna Sands and you are trying to draw attention to your rubber breasts by holding pumpkins in front of them, or you’re Christina Aguilera and you want to deflect attention from your crumbling career and marriage, there is only one place for you: Mr. Bone’s Pumpkin patch, where the only thing scarier than the paparazzi are the celebrities posing for them.

Husband-Stealers Rejoice! LeAnn Rimes And Shape Magazine Have Your Back

2010-11-05T01:07:00.000-07:00

It’s been a whirlwind day for LeAnn Rimes and “other women” everywhere as news came that Editor-In-Chief Valerie Latona issued an apology for Rimes’ October Shape cover story. Responding to readers peeved over LeAnn’s story of adultery with current boyfriend Eddie Cibrian, Latona issued a statement explaining: “Please know that our putting her on the cover was not meant to put a husband-stealer on a pedestal-but to show (through her story) how we all are human. And this woman in particular found strength in exercise in what she said was her most difficult personal moment.” Remarkable that some readers wouldn’t like the idea of a toned, blond Grammy winner luring away someone’s husband and using a magazine article to talk about it. We mean, who doesn’t like a little betrayal with their reverse crunches?
Said Latona, the article “did not come across that way… And for that I’m terribly sorry.” If you recall, a married Rimes started dating Cibrian before he divorced his wife Brandi Glanville, leaving him torn between two women. Though given that Glanville was just arrested for DUI today, the decision between the two may not have been as emotionally grueling as we might think.
Latona has since backpedaled on her apology, insisting that, “The fact is a mere 40 readers out of almost 6 million readers wrote in to complain calling LeAnn a ‘husband stealer’ and a ‘terrible mistake for Shape.’ I wrote to those women apologizing that our cover choice did not make them happy – as I have done for other cover stars in the past.” Yikes, how many home wreckers has Shape had on their covers? That seems like a pretty specific niche to try and sell people.
Claims Latona, “My comments have been taken out of context. I used the words of the few unhappy readers who wrote in.” She continues, “I stand by the fact that LeAnn’s story is compelling – and her courage and strength in the face of so much adversity is compelling. That is why I put her on the cover of Shape for what is now the third time.” Thank you! Finally someone is coming out to acknowledge the struggle that all husband-stealers must face. It’s not easy to get in good enough shape to snatch a married man. We have to work at it. We mean…they have to work at it. They. Not us.

Katy Perry Says She’s “A Ten Out Of Ten” In Bed

2010-11-05T01:06:00.000-07:00

The first rule in journalism: always consider your source. In case the cupcake bras didn’t give it away, we can now say for certain that Katy Perry is a beast in the sack. How do we know? Because we’ve been told by noted Katy Perry expert, Katy Perry.
“Like Ludacris rapped, ‘I’m a lady in the street and a freak in the bed,’” the new Mrs. Russell Brand told Now Magazine. “I can’t rate myself, but if you ask Russell I’m sure he’d give me a ten out of ten.” *Tooooooooot toooooooooooot* Sorry, that’s just the sound of Katy Perry’s horn.
But Russell would be a good one to judge, as the comedian has an award winning sex life. Really. He was voted Britain’s Shagger of the Year three years running back in 2006, 2007, and 2008. It looks like he gave up the crown after he met Katy at the 2009 VMA’s. Aww, the sacrifices he made for love/sex. Spoiler alert: the couple married last weekend.
Despite his sordid past, Katy isn’t worried about her new husband returning to his wild ways. “He’s made no secret of what his life was like before me, but that’s then and this is the future. He’s cheated in the past but he knows how good he has it with me and I know he’d never do anything to jeopardize that. I trust him 100 percent.”

Nick Cannon Escorts Mariah Down From Her Giant Heels, Introduces Her To Flats

2010-11-05T01:05:00.001-07:00

After she confirmed yesterday that she does in fact have a bun in the oven, we immediately started fantasizing about the plunging necklines and clinging fabrics of Mariah Carey’s inevitably fabulous maternity wear. Husband Nick Cannon, however, dreams only of getting Mariah out of heels and into flats. At first, we didn’t approve of the idea. Would you paint a rainbow a sensible beige? Would you have a peacock put on a conservative blazer? Then why make Mariah Carey walk on the ground with the rest of us mortals when she should be 4-to-6 inches higher than everyone else? But then we realized…if Nick doesn’t intervene early, Mariah will be nine months pregnant and still teetering precariously on 5-inch Jimmy Choos. So we’re willing to consider it.
Explained Cannon on his radio show with Mariah as a call-in guest, “I go into the closet searching for some flats for my wife … She got a lot of damn shoes — it’s like a frickin’ Macy’s. [And] Mariah Carey does not own one pair of flat shoes.” Mariah sensibly pointed out, “To be fair, I had some boots from Aspen, some Dior boots.” But Nick wasn’t going to let Carey get away with seeming like less of a diva than she really is: “Ski boots!”, he exclaimed. This story is confirming every fabulous, insane thing we always suspected about Mariah…and we could not be happier.
Admitted Carey, “And then we did find some flats and then they were a regular ballet slipper, like a beige, and I was like, ‘I don’t think so.’” Why not just put a garbage bag on your foot at that point, we’d argue. Nick was pretty pleased with himself for helping with the wardrobe transformation: “Basically, I got Mariah Carey, the high-heel queen, to put on some flats. And this is amazing. I’m going shoe shopping today, needless to say, to buy you some flat shoes.” We wouldn’t get too cocky, Nick. God only help you if Mariah finds out they make heels for babies now.

Peruvians Pissed At Modern Family And Sofia Vergara For Goat Punchline

2010-11-05T01:05:00.000-07:00

Modern Family is such a cute, funny show; it was only a matter of time before it insulted an entire nationality. The word is Peruvians are angry with Modern Family’s Sofia Vergara for a joke that had Peru as the punchline…and they want an explanation. The joke came in response to the character Jay (Ed O’Neill) gearing up to riff on Columbia, his wife’s homeland. Vergara’s character Sofia rants, “Ah, here we go. Because, in Colombia, we trip over goats and we kill people in the street. Do you know how offensive that is? Like we’re Peruvians!” Hoo boy, that is…not family friendly.
In response to the slur, Beatriz Merino, head of the People’s Defender’s Office in Peru, wants a response from the U.S. Ambassador, saying “No country should have to be offended.” Agrees Milagros Lizarraga, founder of Peruvian social network Peru USA Southern Ca, “It’s incredible that in a country where everything is politically correct, ABC would have a line of this sort.” Everything is PC? Watch Glee and that idea will disappear before the first commercial break, believe us.
But it’s Vergara, not Modern Family’s writers, that is bearing the brunt of their anger. Said Lizarraga, “Many Peruvians think this is no coincidence, that she knew what she was saying, because an actress has the power to say, ‘No, I can’t say this because it would hurt my image. Unless she agrees with what she said.” Again, we have to say, we don’t think that’s how show biz works, at least if the musical Fame is any indication.
Vergara tweeted in response to several of her detractors, pointing out that it was her character who said the offending line, not her and, well, saying people’s ignorance made her laugh: “la ignorancia de creer que una actriz es el personaje que representa ,que ternurita,dan mucha risa jajaja.” While this isn’t a hard and fast rule, celebrities, keep in mind: using Twitter to address an international crisis? Rarely a good idea.

Newly single Christina Aguilera finds Samantha Ronson 'a welcome distraction'

2010-11-05T01:04:00.001-07:00

Christina Aguilera has wasted no time in moving forward following her split with hubby Jordan Bratman.
On 12 October - just hours after the split was announced - lesbian-to-the-stars Samantha Ronson, 33, was pictured leaving Christina's Beverly Hills mansion at 2am.
Now's insider says the pair have been inseparable since hooking up at Nicole Richie's party in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, last month.
‘Everyone thinks she left Jordan because he was holding back her career, but that's not true,' says an LA source.
‘What started out as an "open" marital arrangement turned into something more serious.
'Christina's made no secret of her attraction to women. She's known Sam for years, but things got serious on that Mexico trip and since then she's spent more time with Sam.
'She wasn't happy in her marriage for a while and Sam's now a welcome distraction. She feels like her old self and is ready to let her hair down.'
While Christina's reps deny she and Sam are lovers, last week an unidentified woman claimed in
a UK paper that she'd been propositioned by the singer in LA gay bar The Abbey.
The news won't come as a shock to her fans, though, as Christina, 29, has been open about her attraction to the fairer sex.
In the June issue of US gay magazine Out, she revealed she had Jordan's blessing.
‘If I want to be sexual, it's for my own appreciation and enjoyment,' she said.
‘That's why I like to talk about the fact that sometimes I'm attracted to women. My husband knows I get into girls. I think it's fun to be open and play.
We check in with each other, but I definitely love women. I think they're more attractive to the naked eye.'

Now you can pump iron like Madonna, thanks to her gym empire

2010-11-05T01:04:00.000-07:00

Madonna: singer, dancer, actor, author . . . and now gym entrepreneur. Photograph: Sipa Press/Rex Features Expansionist news from Madonna, now, who this week announced that she is to open a global chain of gyms. Or, more accurately, "a one-of-a-kind experience merging fitness with entertainment".
"Our goal is to create an environment inspired by Madonna's vision and high standards of what the ideal gym would be," trilled her business manager, who added that the first branch will open in Mexico City next month. "Hard Candy Fitness will be a reflection of Madonna's point of view and will reflect her input on every detail including music space, light and other design cues. Madonna's touch will be everywhere."
Well, of course it will – after all, there is nothing to which this renaissance woman cannot turn her hand. It wasn't so long ago, you might remember, that Madonna was badgering the UK government for facetime, explaining that she was "working with a group of scientists" who had solved the problem of nuclear waste (apparently, they'd poured some £4-a-bottle Kabbalah water into a lake within the Chernobyl exclusion zone and it had neutralised all the radiation). Downing Street and Whitehall were too blinkered to see the light, of course – but we must wish milady luck with this subsequent project. Nuclear science's loss looks to have been aerobics's gain.

Aktually Koming Soon: A Kardashian Kredit Kard

2010-11-05T01:03:00.001-07:00

We really wish were were making this up, but: Mastercard is coming out with a prepaid, Kardashian-based credit card.
The item will be available to consumers on November 10 - and we'll just let Kim take it from here, as we must go purchase canned goods for the upcoming Apocalypse:
"I am so excited to reveal to you guys that Kourtney, Khloe and I have partnered with Mobile Resource Card to create our very own Kardashian Prepaid Mastercard," Kim blogged today.

Kontinued Kardashian:
"To me, the coolest thing about this prepaid card is that when you get the card you also get a Mobile Mone account for free and you can transfer your money between your accounts when you need it, using your phone. It’s like having an ATM in your phone, LOL. No one likes going to banks and ATMs and we’re constantly on our phones, so why not make it easy to manage your money from your mobile!?"
We don't have an answer for that, Kim. Or for what's become of society.

Abbey Clancy's pregnancy diet revealed

2010-11-05T01:03:00.000-07:00

The glowing WAG has a great eating and exercise plan

A Friday night in with a delivery pizza, a movie and sweets is Abbey Clancy's idea of heaven

With her fiancé Peter Crouch hitting the 6ft 7in mark, Abbey Clancy's going to have her work cut out when her inevitably lanky baby arrives in March.
So you can't blame a girl for doing everything to prepare her 5ft 9in petite frame for what's to come.
A source close to the 24-year-old WAG and footie star Peter, 29, tells Now:
‘Abbey's taking her pregnancy diet very seriously. She's always been conscious of what she eats but now she's gorging on loads of fruit and vegetables.
‘She can't get enough of carbs either. She eats loads of toast for breakfast but she's also drinking lots of herbal tea and eating yogurt with granola. Abbey's been able to treat herself to junk food but only occasionally.'
'She's craving pizza and sweets. A Friday night in with a delivery pizza, a movie and sweets is her idea of heaven.'
The bubbly Liverpudlian, who's four-and-a-half months pregnant, said recently she thought she was expecting a boy, ‘because on the scans it's too boisterous to be a little girl!'
See the full story about Abbey Clancy in Now magazine dated 1 November 2010 - out now!

Jessica Simpson Pregnant? Tabloid Claims So ..

2010-11-05T01:02:00.000-07:00

Jessica Simpson might be pregnant.
That's the brilliant deduction of the National Enquirer, after one of the star’s friends came to them and told them Simpson and her BF are about to become parents.
"Jessica is crazy in love with [Eric Johnson], so they’ve decided to make a baby. She always said she wanted to be pregnant by the time she was 30," said this pal.

Is Jessica Simpson pregnant? Or just gaining weight again?

The compelling testimony continues: "Her priorities have changed. All she can think of is motherhood. She’s happily eating for two and not the least embarrassed.”
Simpson’s pregnancy would certainly explain her putting on some weight in the last couple of months, however she's been through that cycle naturally in the past.
Still, another friend said: "A pregnancy explains her sudden weight gain. Two months ago, she bragged she was in the best shape of her life on Eric’s vegan diet."
Coincidence? The friend also notes that "the biggest tipoff is that Jess has been hinting to friends that there will be some big news any day from her and Eric.”
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson, a former NFL player, have been dating since May, and recently, the couple went to Italy to celebrate Jessica’s 30th birthday.
They seem to spend a lot of their time together and give the impression of a healthy and happy relationship. She gushes about him at every opportunity.
Then, at the beginning of this month, Simpson vomited during a show, which led everyone to the conclusion that rumors about her pregnancy might be true.
A few days ago she stated that she is eager to start a family with her boyfriend Eric and would want to give birth to a baby. Could it be happening next year?

Kellan Lutz: Taking Advantage of the Single Status

2010-11-05T01:01:00.001-07:00

Shortly after the announcement of his split from "90210" hottie AnnaLynne McCord, Kellan Lutz was spotted hugging a blonde beauty in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon (November 4).
The Emmett Cullen hunk and his mystery girl enjoyed a long lunch date at Panera Bread with the twosome being very anxious not to be photographed together - as Lutz split from the girl as soon as he spotted a photographer.

The outing comes as new of Kellan and AnnaLynne's breakup made headlines upon Miss McCord being spotted holding hand with Aaron McConnell over the Halloween weekend.

And while he was with a lady friend on this particular day, insiders tell that Kellan is "happy being single." The source added, "He's just having a good time."

Relationship Between Danielle Staub and Lori Michaels Deemed "Physical, Complicated"

2010-11-05T01:01:00.000-07:00

In July, we asked whether Lori Michaels was the girlfriend or the publicity pawn of Danielle Staub. Turns out, the answer lies somewhere in between.
Sources tell Radar Online that the insane former Real Housewife and the openly gay singer were never an official item - but they did get "physical" together (yech!) and they did have a "connection."
"Lori was never going to put herself in a place where she was going to run away with Danielle," says the insider. "It became a complicated relationship."

Interesting. Tell us more, anonymous source!

"Lori doesn't do crazy. It's been a series of things. The truth is they both tried to make the relationship work on many levels... Danielle does her thing and Lori does hers. Lori appreciates the goodness when Danielle was able to give it, and I'm sure she appreciates what Lori has done."

What Lori did, of course, was enable Staub to extend her 15 minutes of fame and exploit the gay community in a despicable manner.

What caused the pair to go their separate ways? "The Danielle Staubness," this acquaintance says, concluding:

"Danielle's an all-or-nothing person and maybe it'll have to be the nothing because Lori's not dealing with the all."

Hilary Duff Gets Lucky in NYC

2010-11-05T01:00:00.001-07:00

Stepping out for a night of fashion, Hilary Duff was front and center at the 10th Anniversary Lucky Shops VIP Night in New York City on Thursday (November 4).
Held at Metropolitan Pavilion, the "Lizzie McGuire" cutie looked beautiful in black as she joined television personality Nate Berkus on the arrivals carpet.

Also on-hand for the Big Apple soiree were "Gossip Girl" actress Michelle Trachtenberg along with "Little Miss Sunshine" sweetheart Abigail Breslin.
Aside from the Luck happenings, Miss Duff recently spoke with Us magazine about her guest spot on the November 4th episode of "Community" - in which she plays a bully named Meghan.
She told Us of the gig, "I haven't really done anything where I got to be a b**ch before. It wasn't that I had to do so much preparation, everyone's had someone be mean to them before - but it was just exciting to play something different."

Kardashian Sisters: Keeping Tabs on DASH SoHo

2010-11-05T01:00:00.000-07:00

Kardashian Sisters: Keeping Tabs on DASH SoHo

Just one day removed from their big grand opening, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian were spotted out at the Dash boutique in SoHo on Thursday evening (November 4).
The E! reality darlings took a chauffeured SUV over to their new business locale to check up on the happenings at their sure to be popular clothing shop before heading off for the rest of the night's agenda.

Meanwhile, sister Khloe was spotted out solo in the Big Apple as she sported a fluffy ears hat while traversing around the metro area.
On a side note, Kim took to her Twitter account today to shoot down rumors of an alleged web song release, as she wrote, "So I guess some song was released today and people seem to think its me, sorry guys, it's not me!"

Paris Hilton: Fred Segal Foxy

2010-11-05T00:59:00.000-07:00

Never one to pass up a relaxing afternoon of lunch and shopping, Paris Hilton made her way around West Hollywood, CA on Thursday (November 4).
The former "Simple Life" star donned a blindingly bright pink ensemble as she first popped into the local Fred Segal Cafe for a bite to eat.

Once finished up, Miss Hilton proceeded on for a midday retail romp, moseying on over to Decade clothing store on Melrose Ave to load up on the shop's offerings ahead of the upcoming weekend's adventure.

The Girl Demi Lovato Punched

2010-11-05T00:58:00.000-07:00

Demi Lovato's decision to seek treatment came after she punched a dancer who appeared on "America's Best Dance Crew"

Alex Welch was on the receiving end of Demi's blow. Welch is a backup dancer on the Jonas Brothers Live in Concert Tour. She was also a member of Beat Freaks, which got the runner-up title on season 3 of "America's Best Dance Crew."

We're told Welch -- who had a pretty nasty shiner from the incident -- has been talking to lawyers and is considering legal action.

Sources close to Demi say she feels "awful" about her behavior and took personal responsibility for it by leaving the tour and seeking help.