Emmy Winners

The 62nd Annual Primetime Academy Awards were handed out yesterday in Hollywood. See the full list of winners at www.emmys.com. Major winners included:

 

Drama Series: “Mad Men”

Comedy Series: “Modern Family”

Miniseries: “The Pacific”

Made-for-TV Movie: “Temple Grandin”

Actor, Drama Series: Bryan Cranston – “Breaking Bad”

Actress, Drama Series: Kyra Sedgwick – “The Closer”

Supporting Actor, Drama Series: Aaron Paul – “Breaking Bad”

Supporting Actress, Drama Series: Archie Panjabi – “The Good Wife”

Actor, Comedy Series: Jim Parsons – “The Big Bang Theory”

Actress, Comedy Series: Edie Falco – “Nurse Jackie”

Supporting Actor, Comedy Series: Eric Stonestreet – “Modern Family”

Supporting Actress, Comedy Series: Jane Lynch – “Glee”

Actor, Miniseries or Movie: Al Pacino – “You Don’t Know Jack”

Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Claire Danes – “Temple Grandin”

Supporting Actor, Miniseries or Movie: David Straithairn – “Temple Grandin”

Supporting Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Julia Ormond – “Temple Grandin”

Outstanding Reality Show: “Top Chef”

Outstanding Varity Show, Music or Comedy Series: “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”

Bob Hope Humanitarian Award: George Clooney

‘Jersey Shore’ Cast Sued For Assault

A woman who claims she was assaulted by the “Jersey Shore” cast’s bodyguards last fall has filed a claim against Snooki, The Situation and the rest of the reality stars on the show. In addition to naming the cast of the MTV reality hit, the suit also names MTV and its parent company, Viacom, as well as 495 Productions, as defendants. The name of the woman filing the suit is listed on official documents only as “J.P.” The alleged incident took place in September 2009, on the same night “Jersey Shore” troublemaker Ronnie Magro was filmed in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, knocking out Stephen Izzo Jr. Magro was arrested for aggravated assault.

Joey Lawrence Injured

Joey Lawrence was reportedly injured on the set of his new TV show after he was hit in the eye with a script. Lawrence is currently working on “Melissa & Joey” with Melissa Joan Hart, but rehearsals came to an abrupt halt on Thursday when another actor accidentally poked him in the eye. Lawrence sought immediate medical treatment and was diagnosed with a ripped cornea. He is said to be recovering well and will be back at work soon.

Lindsay Lohan Turns Fashion Reporter

Lindsay Lohan has written a guest column for the hip arts publication BlackBook magazine. Lohan was jailed last month for violating her probation relating to a 2007 DUI arrest and after two weeks behind bars, she went straight to court-ordered rehab. She was discharged last week and her release coincides with the publication of a fashion piece she has written for BlackBook, in which she talks about setting up her 6126 label and her love of shopping.

Paris Hilton Arrested For Cocaine

Paris Hilton was arrested late Friday on cocaine-related charges. The socialite was released from a Las Vegas facility on Saturday morning. A police spokesperson said that Hilton was in a vehicle pulled over while trailing marijuana smoke. A search revealed cocaine in the vehicle. Hilton and the driver, whose name has not been revealed, were both arrested.

Penn Jillette Cuts Ponytail

The trademark ponytail that used to hang down Penn Jillette’s back is gone. Penn says he was moved when the granddaughter of an employee at the Las Vegas hotel where he and Teller do their show began chemotherapy for cancer. So he had 10 inches of his ponytail cut off and donated to Locks of Love, an organization that provides wigs to underprivileged kids with cancer who’ve lost their hair because of chemo. Penn says he’s had a long ponytail for 25 years. Now he has a little nub stub.

Paris Hilton Intruder Charged With Attempted Burglary

The man who was arrested outside Paris Hilton’s house last Tuesday has been charged with attempted burglary. The district attorney’s office filed one felony count against 31-year-old Nathan Lee Parada. He’s being held in jail in lieu of $50,000 bail. Authorities say someone carrying two big knives banged on Hilton’s window. She posted a photo of the arrest on Twitter and described it as “scary.” Parada could face up to six years in prison if convicted.

Connery Retires From Acting

Sean Connery says he’s through with acting. The 80-year-old star told the Edinburgh Evening News, “I don’t think I’ll ever act again. I have so many wonderful memories but these days are over. I’m swimming every day and I’m even trying to get the golf swing working again – but that might take a little bit longer.” Connery is perhaps best known for playing James Bond in a string of 007 films in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. His last major live-action movie was in “The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen” in 2003.  

Brad Pitt Narrating Super Bowl Film

Brad Pitt is the NFL's voice for its upcoming documentary on the New Orleans' Saints Super Bowl victory. Pitt narrates NFL Films' documentary, "America's Game: 2009 New Orleans Saints," about the team's win over the Indianapolis Colts last February. The film debuts on the NFL Network on September 8th, the night before the Saints begin their defense of the Super Bowl title. Pitt was chosen because of his humanitarian work in New Orleans in the five years since Hurricane Katrina, the NFL said.

‘Apprentice’ Coming Next Month

The latest edition of “The Apprentice,” featuring 16 economically challenged contestants, will have a 2-hour premiere next month. NBC, producer-host Donald Trump and producer Mark Burnett said the show is intended to offer the group of “uniquely talented and fiercely competitive” candidates the “ultimate second chance at reviving their careers.” The 13-week show begins September 16th.

‘Toy Story 3’ Crosses $1 Billion Mark

Disney Pixar’s “Toy Story 3” crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office on Friday. The movie became the highest-grossing animated film of all time two weeks ago. The Walt Disney Studios previously celebrated the $1 billion milestone this year with its live-action blockbuster “Alice in Wonderland.” Disney is the first studio to have two movies that earned $1 billion in a year.

‘Sons Of Anarchy’ Actor Arrested

An actor on “Sons of Anarchy” was arrested after getting into a brawl with a police officer. Mark Hiedrich, also known as Mark Boone Jr., plays Robert Munson on the show. He was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of assaulting an officer and resisting arrest in Glendale, California. Police say there was no evidence of alcohol or drugs involved.

Tiger’s Ex Speaks Out

Tiger Woods’ ex-wife Elin Nordegren said she has “been through hell” since her husband’s infidelity surfaced, but she never hit him. Nordegren told People magazine she and Woods tried for months to reconcile, but in the end, a marriage “without trust and love” wasn’t good for anyone. Woods drove his SUV over a fire hydrant and into a tree outside their Florida home on Thanksgiving night, setting off shocking revelations that the golfer had been cheating on his wife with multiple affairs. The couple’s divorce was official on Monday. Nordegren said she never hit Woods on the night of the crash. “There was never any violence inside or outside our home,” she said. “The speculation that I would have used a golf club to hit him is just truly ridiculous.” Nordegren said she would eventually forgive Woods, but it’s gonna take a long time.

‘Lost’ Auction

The Dharma van Hurley drove on “Lost” sold for $47,500 at an auction in California. The show wrapped up its sixth and final season this year. Bidders from more than 50 countries competed to purchase various pieces of the show. “Lost” character Daniel’s journal with extensive handwritten notes went for $20,000, while the Swan Station computer sold for $16,000 and a “Pilot” script signed by series creators J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof fetched $15,000. The costume Jack died in on the series finale, a large section of Oceanic Flight 815 wreckage and Charlie’s “DS” ring each sold for $9,000. Hurley’s winning Mega Lotto Jackpot ticket went for $5,500 and Sawyer’s improvised reading glasses fetched $2,250.

MacDowell To Co-Star In ‘Footloose’

Andie MacDowell has joined the cast of “Footloose,” a musical remake of the 1984 classic teen film. The actress will play Vi, the kind-hearted wife of a minister who bans dancing in his small town. Dennis Quaid plays the clergyman, while newcomers Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough play the young leads in the film, which is set for release next spring.

Judge Sets New Rules For Lohan

Lindsay Lohan’s attorney says the actress will undergo rigorous outpatient treatment for drug and alcohol addiction now that she is out of rehab. The actress was informed at a court hearing yesterday that until November 1st she must live in her Los Angeles-area home, attend psychotherapy sessions five times per week, speak with a “chemical dependency mentor” at least seven times a week, attend meetings for a 12-step dependency program five times a week, and take part in behavioral therapy twice a week. She’ll also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing at least twice a week and is forbidden to leave California until November 1st. Lohan was released Tuesday from her court-ordered, in-patient drug rehabilitation program at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. She signed her discharge papers on her 22nd day of treatment.

 

Kelly Preston Expecting A Boy

Kelly Preston’s publicist has confirmed the 47-year-old actress is pregnant with a boy. Preston and her husband, John Travolta, are also the parents of a 10-year-old daughter named Ella. Their 16-year-old son, Jett, died following a seizure in January 2009. The child’s anticipated due date has not been reported.

Lauer Lands Bullock Interview

Matt Lauer is set to interview Sandra Bullock for NBC’s “Today” show next Tuesday. The Oscar-winning actress has been keeping a low profile since her marriage to Jesse James broke up last spring in the wake of allegations he cheated on her with several women. Bullock later announced she had adopted an infant boy from New Orleans. Her divorce from James was finalized last month.

Cyrus, Hemsworth Break Up

Liam Hemsworth’s publicist says the actor and his longtime girlfriend, Miley Cyrus, have broken up. Hemsworth and Cyrus dated for more than a year and co-starred in the film “The Last Song.” The actor’s rep confirmed the split but did not offer a reason why.

‘Cake Boss’ Co-Star Busted For Sex Assault On Minor

One of the stars of “Cake Boss” has been arrested for sexually assaulting a minor. Remy Gonzalez has been in the Morris County Jail in New Jersey since he was busted on August 18th, according to TMZ. Gonzalez – who is married to “Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro’s sister – is charged with aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, and endangering the welfare of a child. He’s being held on $300,000 bail.

'America's Got Talent' Picks First 5 Of Top 10

The first five of the Top 10 finalists on “America’s Got Talent” were revealed last night. Ballroom dancers Anna and Patryk and singers Prince Poppycock, Michael Grimm, Taylor Mathews and Christina & Ali made it through. Future Funk, ArcAttack, Dan Sperry, Kristina Young, Ascendance, Antonio Restivo and Connor Doran were sent packing. Performers next week include Studio One Young Beast Society, Fighting Gravity, Murray, Alice Tan Ridley, Maestro Alexander Bui, Nathaniel Kenyon, Haspop, Debra Romer, Jeremy Vanschoonhoven, Michael Lipari and Ashleigh Dejon, Michael Grasso and Jackie Evancho.

Wesley Snipes Avoiding Jail Time

Wesley Snipes does not have to report to prison next week as directed by the U.S. Marshal’s office, a federal judge in Florida said. U.S. District Court Judge William Terrell Hodges, who sentenced Snipes in 2008 to 36 months in prison for tax-related crimes, has overruled a marshal’s order that Snipes report to the Bureau of Prisons September 2nd to begin serving his sentence. Hodges established a court schedule August 5th for hearing outstanding motions in the case, including a prosecution request to revoke bail for Snipes. The order means Snipes can remain free indefinitely pending further order of the court. A federal appeals court this year upheld the actor’s conviction and sentence. Snipes’s legal team has asked the judge to order a new trial.

Miley Cyrus Ditches Good Girl Image In New Film

Miley Cyrus is ditching her “Hannah Montana”-persona for an edgy new role in the upcoming film, “LOL: Laughing Out Loud.” According to Popeater.com, Cyrus’ character loses her virginity, smokes pot, gets wasted and kisses two girlfriends. Her character even accidentally shows her mom, played by Demi Moore, her Brazilian wax.

Lohan Released From Rehab

Lindsay Lohan served just 13 of her 90-day sentence in a Los Angeles jail, and she got a similarly early release from a court-ordered 90-day stay in rehab. Lohan was released from the UCLA Neuropsychiatric Hospital yesterday after 23 days at the hospital. Lindsay will receive outpatient care for the foreseeable future, according to TMZ.

Sofia Vergara’s Boyfriend In ICU After Car Crash

Nick Loeb, boyfriend of “Modern Family” star Sofia Vergara, was rushed to a hospital in Bel Air, California, Monday after a car accident resulted in a severely broken leg and a deep gash across his chest. Loeb was in intensive care.

Michael Douglas’ Ex Wants His ‘Wall Street’ Paycheck

Despite being diagnosed with throat cancer, Michael Douglas refuses to delay his court battle with ex-wife Diandra Douglas over her claim that she’s entitled to half his earnings from the upcoming “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps,” which opens September 24th. Diandra had offered to postpone the hearing, but “Michael declined; he wants to get this over with as soon as possible,” a source told the New York Post. Lawyers representing the actor and his ex tangled in a New York court yesterday. The suit hinges on a clause in Michael and Diandra’s divorce settlement that entitles her to 50% of any earnings Michael receives from any movies he did, including residuals, merchandising and ancillary rights, during their 23-year marriage. According to Diandra’s lawyers, that provision includes any “spinoffs” of Douglas’ movies.

 

Angelina Jolie To Shoot New Film In Bosnia

Angelina Jolie was spotted in Sarajevo, Bosnia, over the weekend, where she will soon man the helm of a new movie that is scheduled to begin shooting this fall. The movie, which will mark the actress’ directorial debut, consists of a love story that occurs around the time of the 1992-1995 Bosnian War. The storyline centers on a couple that meet on the brink of war, and most of the film will be about how it affected their relationship. While Jolie was in Sarajevo, she spoke with members of Bosnia’s inter-ethnic presidency on both to help figure out ways to help the thousands of returning war refugees. Several of the people who will star in the film alongside Jolie will be actors from the former Yugoslavia.

Intruder Arrested At Paris Hilton’s Home

A man has been arrested at Paris Hilton’s Los Angeles home after the socialite said he tried to break into her house while holding two big knives. The man was arrested about 6:30 a.m. yesterday. His name wasn’t released.

‘Housewives’ Banned From Country Club

The North Jersey Country Club has apologized to members for allowing the rowdy cast of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” to tape on club grounds in Wayne, New Jersey. A fashion show staged at the country club last November turned into a loud argument between the reality show’s stars, Teresa Giudice and Danielle Staub. Club General Manager John Stanley recently told members the show would never be invited back because of the disturbance.

Aniston Headed To ‘Cougar Town’

Jennifer Aniston has signed on to guest-star on her longtime friend Courteney Cox’s sitcom, “Cougar Town.” Their former “Friends” co-star Lisa Kudrow appeared on “Cougar Town” last season. Aniston will guest-star as a psychiatrist on the show’s Season 2 premiere.

Martha Stewart To Host TV Fashion Special

Martha Stewart is teaming up with designers Diane Von Furstenberg, Donna Karan, Tory Burch and Jenna Lyons for a new television special about fashion. “Martha Stewart Presents: The Women Who Dress America,” a one-hour Hallmark Channel Original Special, is set to premiere on September 19th. It is timed to coincide with New York’s Fashion Week. A second “Martha Stewart Presents” primetime special is scheduled for November.

Manson And Wood Break Up Again

Actress Evan Rachel Wood and shock rocker Marilyn Manson reportedly broke up again last week. Manson, 41, began dating Wood, 22, in 2006, but the couple went their separate ways two years later. They got back together again briefly, split up, and then announced their engagement last January.

Edward Furlong Ordered To Stay Away From Estranged Wife

Edward Furlong is embroiled in an explosive separation from his spouse, Rachael Kneeland, who was granted a temporary restraining order on Friday. Furlong was ordered by the L.A. County Superior Court to stay at least 100 yards away from his estranged wife and their three-year-old son, Ethan. The application for the restraining order reportedly includes profanity- and threat-laced transcripts of voicemails and text messages Furlong sent Kneeland. She plans to play the voicemails during an August 31st court hearing.

Bankrupt ‘Housewife’ Goes On $60K Shopping Spree

Bankruptcy court records show “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Teresa Giudice and her husband Joe owe creditors nearly $11 million, but evidence shows the couple went on a $60,000 shopping spree not long after they filed for bankruptcy. New court records claim the pair spent $8,800 on curtains and nearly $45,000 on wall hangings, mirrors, frames, tables, urns and chairs. The evidence came to light after the couple tried to convince a Newark federal bankruptcy judge to stop the planned August 22nd auction of their personal belongings.

Celebrity Plastic Surgeon Frank Ryan Dies In Car Crash

Dr. Frank Ryan, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon known for his Heidi Montag makeover and work on stars like Gene Simmons, Vince Neil, Adrianne Curry and Shauna Sand, was killed in a car accident Monday afternoon. He was 50. Ryan’s jeep went off the side of the Pacific Coast Highway. Officials tried to help Ryan, but to no avail. Ryan was trapped in the vehicle with major head injuries and died at the scene.

Jenny McCarthy’s New Man

Jenny McCarthy is officially off the market. Her rep confirmed the former Playboy model is dating Jason Toohey, a former fitness model. The two have been dating for about two months and are already living together in Las Vegas.

Ice-T Charges Blamed On Clerical Error

Rapper-actor Ice-T has been cleared of traffic charges he was penalized for last month, including driving with a suspended license, invalid insurance, and driving without a seatbelt. Prosecutors blamed the incorrect charges on a DMV clerical error.

‘Simpsons’ GPS Leads Writer Astray

A writer for “The Simpsons” said a satellite navigator outfitted with Homer Simpson’s voice took him on an accidental trip to a Massachusetts city. Mike Reiss said he and his wife were staying with friends in Wenham, Massachusetts, and wanted to visit the Peabody Essex Museum, but the GPS led them to the city of Peabody, a little more than 2 miles off course. Reiss said the device was a gift from the show to celebrate his years as a writer for the animated sitcom. Reiss said the accidental side-trip worked out well after he and his wife were treated to a tour of the city by Bill Power, chairman of the Historical Commission and the Historic Society.

Stars Line Up For Emmy Presenting

Ricky Gervais, January Jones and John Krasinski have been booked as presenters at the 62nd annual Primetime Emmys in Los Angeles. Also expected to appear on the August 29th awards show are Julianna Margulies, Matthew Morrison and Sofia Vergara. The telecast will air live on NBC.

‘Suck’ Flick Hits 100,000 Downloads

An unfinished copy of “Vampires Suck,” Fox’s parody of “Twilight,” scheduled to hit theaters today, has now been downloaded more than 100,000 times since its leak more than a month ago, according to TorrentFreak. Two years ago, Fox was bitten when a rough copy of “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” leaked online a month before hitting theaters. Reports suggested more than one million people viewed at least part of the film. Now faced with another leak, Fox is furious and has their legal team ready to get aggressive in an attempt to get the leaked content off the Internet.

Bruce Willis Lawsuits Dismissed

Dueling lawsuits between Bruce Willis and three film companies over a failed film project have been dismissed. The companies sued Willis for $4 million in March 2009, alleging he broke a contract to direct a film called “Three Stones About Joan.” Willis countersued for nearly $9 million a few days later, claiming the companies failed to show they had the money for the project on time. However, both cases were dismissed on Monday.

Lohan Headed East

Lindsay Lohan’s mom says the actress will head east, leaving California and moving back to New York after she gets out of drug rehab. Dina Lohan told Matt Lauer on Friday that her daughter was doing “wonderfully” after 14 days in the pokey and now in rehab.

Mel Gibson’s Alleged Mistress Has His Text Evidence

Mel Gibson’s alleged Polish mistress, Violet Kowal, reportedly has texts that she exchanged with him on the day of his alleged assault on Oksana Grigorieva on January 6th. She also has texts that he sent over the next three days following the assault. Kowal claims to have had a six month long affair with Mel. Gibson denies the claim. The actor’s split from Oksana was reportedly triggered by his affair with Kowal, who manages a porn website. Following the incident, one of Mel’s bodyguards reportedly badgered Kowal with texts, warning her not to talk and advising her to “disappear” for a price. Kowal says she received an e-mail from the L.A. County Department of Children and Family Services, the Sensitive Case Unit, saying they want to speak to her.

Hilary Duff Weds

Singer/actress Hilary Duff married ice hockey star Mike Comrie in an intimate ceremony in California. The couple exchanged vows in front of 100 close family and friends on Saturday in Santa Barbara. Comrie proposed during a romantic break in Hawaii in February after two years of dating. Duff recently splashed out $3.85 million on a new Hollywood mansion for the pair.

Zsa Zsa Gabor Asks For ‘Last Rites’

Zsa Zsa Gabor asked her husband to call a priest to her hospital bedside “to read her the last rites” yesterday, according to her publicist. Gabor, 93, is “in very serious condition” at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, according to her husband, Prince Frederic Von Anhalt. Saturday marked Gabor’s 24th anniversary with Von Anhalt, her eighth husband. She was rushed to the hospital from her home Friday night, where she underwent surgery for the removal of a blood clot, a complication related to her recent hip replacement surgery. Gabor had just returned home from the hospital on Wednesday, three weeks after undergoing surgery to replace a hip broken in a fall from her bed on July 17th.

Doc’s Journal Revealed In Anna Nicole Smith Trial

Prosecutors have shown jurors their most explosive evidence against Anna Nicole Smith’s doctor, Sandeep Kapoor, which includes journal entries where he writes about partying with her during a gay pride parade in 2005. At one point the doctor writes, “Drinks, booze, orgy. I was making out with Anna, my patient, blurring the lines. I gave her Valium and Methadone. Can she ruin me?” Kapoor, Howard K. Stern and Dr. Khristine Eroshevich have pleaded not guilty to charges that include conspiring to provide Smith with excessive drugs and prescribing to an addict.

Neil Patrick Harris To Become A Father

Neil Patrick Harris says he is on track to become a parent of twins in the fall. The actor announced on Twitter over the weekend that he and partner David Burtka were “expecting” and that they were both thrilled about it. The babies are being carried by a surrogate mother.

Redmond O’Neal Completes Drug Diversion Program

Redmond O’Neal, the son of the late Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O’Neal, has successfully completed a drug diversion program. O’Neal’s graduation from the treatment program on Thursday led to the dismissal of two felony drug-related cases. The 25-year-old will remain on probation for another two years for a case in which he brought drugs to a jail facility. Among the charges dismissed was a case filed after deputies found drugs at Ryan O’Neal’s home in 2008 while his son was on probation.

Bridges To Speak To National Press Club

Jeff Bridges is set to address the National Press Club in Washington about a new effort to end childhood hunger in the United States by 2015. The Press Club luncheon is set for November 10th. Bridges is the national spokesman for the Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry Campaign.

Oprah Commits To OWN Show

Oprah Winfrey has agreed to host or star in a show on her OWN network. A Securities and Exchange Commission filing made by Discovery Communications details the agreement for The Oprah Winfrey Network. The SEC filing said the network is scheduled to launch on or before January 1st. The network launch originally was scheduled for 2009, then 2010 before further delays.

‘Deadliest Catch’ Captain Memorialized In Crop Circles

Former “Deadliest Catch” star Capt. Phil Harris, who died in February, has been honored with a giant corn maze constructed in his likeness. According Rutledge Corn Maze, a company that builds a different corn maze on their property every year, “The Captain Phil Harris Memorial Maze” was made to honor the late fisherman for his contributions to the local community. The name of Phil’s crab fishing vessel, the Cornelia Marie, is also immortalized in the cornfield in Tumwater, Washington. The grand opening for the maze is scheduled for September 11th. Phil’s two sons – also on the Discovery Channel show – are expected to be there.

‘Toy Story 3’ Becomes Top Animated Film

Disney/Pixar’s “Toy Story 3” has become the top-grossing animated film worldwide with more than $920 million. The take tops the $919.8 million raked in by Paramount/DreamWorks’ “Shrek 2.” “Toy Story 3” is now Disney’s fourth-highest grossing film worldwide, only behind two of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise and Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland.” “Toy Story 3” will be released on DVD November 2nd.

Tila Tequila Stoned

An Illinois sheriff says reality TV star Tila Tequila complained that audience members pelted her with stones and feces during an outdoor music festival. Hardin County Sheriff Tom Seiner said it happened early Saturday at the Gathering of the Juggalos, a weekend festival based around the band Insane Clown Posse and other groups from Psychopathic Records. Tequila received several cuts and bruises in the incident.

Arquette, Jane Divorcing

Patricia Arquette and Thomas Jane are getting a divorce. The couple decided to get a divorce, despite working through a separation last year, Jane’s rep said. Arquette first filed for divorce from Jane in January 2009, but the two later reconciled. Arquette and Jane married in Italy in May 2006. Their only child together, Harlow Olivia Calliope, was born in February 2003.  

Vince Vaughn, Mom Jump Out Of Plane

Vince Vaughn invited his mother along for a parachute jump with members of the Army’s Golden Knights Saturday at the Chicago Air and Water Show. Both jumped in tandem with Golden Knights from 12,500 feet over Lake Michigan. Vaughn grew up in Lake Forest, outside Chicago. He just completed “The Dilemma,” a comedy directed by Ron Howard and set in Chicago.

Kim Kardashian Gets Into Drunken Brawl With Ex

Kim Kardashian had to be pulled off her ex-boyfriend, Reggie Bush, by bodyguards after he started flirting with her at a wedding and they got into a drunken argument. The incident occurred when the NFL player started flirting with the socialite at the L.A. wedding of his New Orleans Saints teammate Bobby McCray.

‘SYTYCD’ Picks Winner

America’s favorite dancer is Lauren Froderman. Kent Boyd came in second, and Robert Roldan was the third-place finisher on “So You Think You Can Dance” last night. Among the highlights of the show was a surprise guest that was brought on to recreate the hip-hop dance that injured Alex Wong had performed with Stephen “tWitch” Boss earlier in the season. Ellen DeGeneres, clad in what looked like Alex’s actual costume, filled in for the injured dancer.

Bill O’Reilly Blasts Jennifer Aniston

Fox News commentator Bill O’Reilly has criticized Jennifer Aniston for her recent comments that women don’t necessarily need men to start a family. In her new film, “The Switch,” Aniston plays a single woman who is hoping to get pregnant using a sperm donor. “She’s throwing a message out to 12-year-olds and 13-year-olds that, ‘Hey you don’t need a guy. You don’t need a dad. That is destructive to our society,” O’Reilly said. Aniston fired back, telling People magazine, “Of course, the ideal scenario for parenting is obviously two parents of a mature age. Parenting is one of the hardest jobs on earth. And, of course, many women dream of finding Prince Charming with fatherly instincts, but for those who’ve not yet found their Bill O’Reilly, I’m just glad science has provided a few other options.”

Jason Schwartzman, Wife Expecting First Child

Jason Schwartzman and his wife of one year, clothing designer Brady Cunningham, are expecting their first child together. “I’m expecting a child in December,” he said on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Schwartzman, the son of actress Talia Shire and nephew of director Francis Ford Coppola, also told Kimmel that his latest mustached look is for the benefit of his unborn child, “I decided to grow out this mustache so when we take photos, my boy or girl, whatever it is, they will be embarrassed.”

Former ‘Bachelor’ Winner Arrested

Maribel Delgado, winner of the sixth season of “The Bachelor,” was arrested for DUI yesterday morning in Tampa, Florida. She was reportedly charged with a misdemeanor DUI. She refused a blood alcohol test, and was later released on $500 bail.

A Hero Cast In ‘Five-0’ Re-Do

Former “Heroes” co-star Masi Oka has joined the cast of the upcoming remake of “Hawaii Five-0.” Oka will debut as a coroner in the show’s fourth episode. His character will likely be upgraded to a regular part of the ensemble in the future. The show stars Alex O’Loughlin, Scott Caan and Daniel Dae Kim.

‘Eat Pray Love’ Fortuneteller Hospitalized

Just as “Eat Pray Love” is about to open in theaters, the Balinese fortuneteller named in the book, Ketut Liyer, has been hospitalized because of a heart ailment. Ketut, 96, has become a celebrity in his village of Ubud since the best-selling book came out in 2006. Tourists and locals have flocked to his Bali home asking him to read their palms, just as he did for “Eat Pray Love” author Elizabeth Gilbert. His granddaughter said he has been asked to appear in several commercials and advertisements. She said he “is exhausted by all of this. It may have affected his health.” Liyer, who also has a prostate problem, was admitted to the hospital over the weekend and underwent prostate surgery on Monday. His doctor said Liyer is making a strong recovery. Roberts plays Gilbert in the movie. She met with Liyer during the shooting and filmed several scenes inside his home.

Bow Wow To Work At Foot Locker

Actor/rapper Bow Wow will don the official Foot Locker uniform and work behind the register at a New York store. He’ll work a shift Monday and greet fans who come into the store to promote his new movie “The Lottery Ticket.” The movie also stars Ice Cube, Brandon T. Jackson, Naturi Naughton, Loretta Devine, Terry Crews, Mike Epps and T-Pain.

Woman Pleads Not Guilty To Slashing DiCaprio

The woman who allegedly slashed Leonardo DiCaprio’s face with a broken beer bottle, then fled to Canada, has pleaded not guilty to felony assault. It took five years to extradite Aretha Wilson and get her to enter a plea in a Los Angeles court. DiCaprio received 12 stitches to close a wound by his ear in the 2005 attack at a Hollywood party. The initial police report said Wilson allegedly confused DiCaprio with an ex-boyfriend. Wilson is being held on $150,000 bail and is due back in court for a preliminary hearing August 23rd.

Grammer’s Girlfriend Is Pregnant

Kelsey Grammer’s girlfriend, 29-year-old Virgin Atlantic Airways employee Kayte Walsh, is pregnant with his child. Grammer filed for divorce from his third wife, Camille Donatacci, on July 1st. The 55-year-old actor has four other children from previous relationships.

‘Cathy’ Comic To End After 34 Years

Writer-artist Cathy Guisewite has announced plans to end her “Cathy” comic strip in October after 34 years so she can spend more time with her family. Guisewite’s comic strip has run in 1,400 newspapers and spawned more than 30 “Cathy” books.

Lauer Lands Interview With Dina Lohan

Matt Lauer will sit down with Lindsay Lohan’s mother today for an exclusive live interview on NBC’s “Today” show. It will be the first time Dina Lohan talks in detail about her daughter’s time in jail and current stay in court-ordered rehab, the network said. Lindsay left jail this month after serving 13 days of a 90-day sentence imposed for violating her probation in a 2007 DUI case.

Full Johnny Carson Shows Now Available

Full episodes of “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson” are finally available on DVD. In the past, it had just been clips. The shows are being rotated through the Johnny Carson website, www.JohnnyCarson.com. Thirty years of shows from 1962 through 1992 have now been digitized. Carson Entertainment Group, run by Carson’s nephew, says that until 1999, the archive of Johnny Carson’s shows had been in storage in a salt mine in Kansas in various formats.

Rip Torn Denied Probation In Connecticut Bank Break-In

Rip Torn will have to make another appearance in court after a judge refused to let him avoid charges of breaking into a bank while drunk and carrying a loaded gun. The decision means the actor faces a mandatory minimum of one year in jail if convicted of carrying a pistol without a permit, unless he makes a plea deal for a lighter sentence or a mental health evaluation allows him to enter state-monitored treatment. Torn’s lawyer asked a judge in Connecticut to put the charges on hold in return for Torn being placed on probation and entering an accelerated rehabilitation program for first-time, nonviolent offenses. It would have cleared Torn’s record after he completed probation. But the judge said the charges against Torn were too serious. Torn will appear in court again on September 15th.

‘Roots’ Producer Dies

David L. Wolper, producer of the landmark 1977 miniseries “Roots” engrossed, has died. He was 82. Wolper died in his Beverly Hills home Tuesday evening while watching TV with his wife. He died of congestive heart disease and complications of Parkinson’s disease.

Doctor Says Anna Nicole Had Chronic Pain Syndrome

A doctor for Anna Nicole Smith says the late Playboy model had chronic pain syndrome that was a challenge to treat because she was addicted to prescription drugs. Dr. Victor Kovner testified for a second day yesterday in the Los Angeles trial of two other doctors and Smith’s boyfriend. They have pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to provide Smith with massive amounts of drugs and to prescribing to an addict. Kovner says Smith had chronic pain from an unknown cause and took drugs for both physical and emotional relief. He says she refused his suggestion to enter rehab. He also says she had a substance abuse disorder so severe that “she could become addicted to Jello.”

Judge Recuses Herself From Lohan Case

Judge Marsha Revel has voluntarily asked to be released from overseeing Lindsay Lohan’s case. Lohan left jail this month after serving 13 full days of a 90-day sentence imposed by Revel for violating her probation. She immediately entered a drug treatment facility after leaving jail. Revel requested to step down from the case after prosecutor Danette Meyers accused her of improperly contacting medical experts and rehab facilities without notifying the lawyers involved. Revel apparently made the move before Meyers could file papers to force her off the case. Revel has been replaced by Judge Elden Fox.  

TV Land Reality Show Tackles Ageism

TV Land has picked up “Forever Young,” a new reality competition series that addresses ageism. The six-episode show is from Ashton Kutcher and Jason Goldberg’s Katalyst and 3 Ball Productions, headed by executive producers J.D. Roth and Todd A. Nelson. The producers previously collaborated on the long-running hit “Beauty and the Geek” and are known for creating series that challenge society’s preconceptions about beauty, image and what people ultimately can achieve.

Flirty Fifi Attractor

Paris Hilton says using her own perfume and a “flirty look” is how she’s able to get men to swarm her. Hilton – who has released a total of 10 perfumes – admits her latest scent, Tease, is great for attracting men. Hilton adds, “Having that flirty look you have to get down. You can practice in the mirror.”

‘America’s Got Talent’ Youtube Semifinalists Revealed

Four of the YouTube acts moved on to the semifinals on “America’s Got Talent” last night. Maestro Alexander Bui, magician Dan Sperry, young singer Jackie Evancho and Kristina Young made the cut. Next week is a wildcard show for 12 of the judges’ favorite acts, some of whom were eliminated in Las Vegas. Those acts will be magician Michael Grasso, indoor kite flyer Connor Doran, Swing Shift Side Show, Kruti Dance Academy, serialists Michael Lipari and AshleighDejon, The Hot Shop Tap Dancers, RNG, CJ Dippa, Harmonica Pierre, dancers Anna & Patryk, Doogie Horner and Rudi Macaggi.

Paris Hilton Sued For $35 Million Over Hair

Paris Hilton was sued yesterday for allegedly wearing someone else’s hair. A company that manufactures hair extensions claimed Hilton breached her contract to wear and promote their product when she sported the fake locks of a competitor in 2008. Hairtech International is seeking $35 million in damages – 10 times what she was apparently paid under the contract. The suit also claims Paris missed a launch party for the hair extensions line because she was serving a stint in jail in 2007. Hilton served 23 days after she was caught driving twice on a suspended sentence while on probation for reckless driving.

Zsa Zsa Home From Hospital

Zsa Zsa Gabor was released from the hospital yesterday, four weeks after having hip replacement surgery. Gabor, who is 90, was taken by ambulance to her Bel Air home in a four-vehicle convoy. As the driver waited for the gates to open, a half-dozen photographers swarmed the ambulance to take pictures. Police finally warned them to back off.

Elvis’ Granddaughter Eyes Role In ‘Mad Max’ Movie

Elvis Presley’s granddaughter Riley Keough is in talks to nab a role in “Fury Road,” the fourth installment of the “Mad Max” movies. The movie’s plot is being kept secret, but things take place a short while after the story detailed in 1985’s “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome.” Mad Max will be played by Tom Hardy. Keough will play one of the “Five Wives,” a group of women that Hardy must protect from the bad guys. The movie is eyeing a start date for early next year. Keough made her film debut in this year’s “Runways.” She recently shot “The Good Doctor” with Orlando Bloom and replaced Olivia Thirlby as Jack in “Jack and Diane.” Both films are due to be released next year.

Reese Witherspoon In Talks For Peggy Lee Biopic

Reese Witherspoon is in talks to sing again on the big screen in a movie about legendary entertainer Peggy Lee. Witherspoon showed off her vocal skills as June Carter in Johnny Cash biopic “Walk The Line,” a role that landed her an Oscar in 2006. The actress has now bought the rights to the life story of Lee, who rose to fame in the 1940s and went on to record a number of hit albums. Witherspoon has enlisted filmmaker Nora Ephron to write and direct the biopic, which the actress plans to produce and star. The project will document Lee’s life until her death in 2002, including the late star’s singing and acting career.

Mel Gibson’s Case Headed To Court In Two Weeks

Mel Gibson’s domestic violence case is heading to court in two works, according to a spokesperson from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. After a month of collecting evidence to support their case, the prosecutors will now be presenting their findings to members of the court, who will then decide whether to charge Gibson. The case stems from a January confrontation between Gibson and his ex-girlfriend, Oksana Grigorieva, when the actor allegedly assaulted her. However, there are also allegations that Grigorieva and a close acquaintance may be trying to extort money from Gibson.

Scarlett’s Dresses Needs Some TLC

The fabulous dresses worn by Vivien Leigh in “Gone With The Wind” are in need of repair. The Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas in Austin is trying to raise $30,000 to restore five of Scarlett O’Hara’s now tattered gowns from the 1939 film. The Ransom Center is planning an exhibit to mark the movie’s 75th anniversary in 2014, but right now most of them are too fragile to go on display. Donations can be made on the Ransom Center website, www.hrc.utexas.edu/costumes.

 

Travanti To Guest Star On ‘Criminal Minds’

Former “Hill Street Blues” star Daniel J. Travanti has been hired to play a serial killer in an upcoming episode of “Criminal Minds.” Travanti, 70, will play a murderer with Alzheimer’s disease who starts to kill again after years of retirement.

Auction Set For ‘Top Chef’ Restaurant

Maryland buildings housing a restaurant owned by former “Top Chef” competitor Timothy Dean are in foreclosure. The properties at 1717, 1719 and 1721 Eastern Avenue in Fells Point – which houses the Prime Steakhouse – will be sold at a September 16th foreclosure auction. Dean has already lost several restaurants to foreclosure amid legal and financial troubles. He also was the sixth contestant out of 17 to be booted from “Top Chef” earlier this year.

Stars Line Up For ‘Sesame’ Spots

Amy Poehler, will.i.am, Jude Law and Katy Perry have been booked to appear on the 41st season of “Sesame Street,” kicking off September 27th. The show will also offer a new feature called “Super Grover 2.0.” In the segments, Grover observes, questions, investigates and reports solutions to problems around the planet.

Jane Lynch To Host ‘SNL’

Jane Lynch has reportedly signed on as guest host of one of the first episodes of Season 36 of “Saturday Night Live” in New York. Movieline.com said Lynch will preside over the October 9th episode of “SNL.”  

 

Foxworthy Heading To ‘Shark Tank’

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy has signed on to appear in three episodes of the ABC reality series “Shark Tank.” The network has ordered eight additional episodes of the show, which gives “budding entrepreneurs a chance to make their dreams come true and become successful – and possibly wealthy – business people.” The aspiring entrepreneurs must first try to convince five tycoons – the “Sharks” – to part with their own cash and give them the funding they need to jumpstart their business ideas. “Shark Tank” returns to production this fall and will air in 2011.  

Levi Johnston Running For Mayor In Alaska

Levi Johnston is running for mayor of Wasilla, Alaska, and the campaign and election will be captured on a reality show. Johnston hopes to take over the office held by Sarah Palin before she went on to become governor of Alaska and 2008 GOP vice presidential candidate. Johnston, a Wasilla native, is the ex-boyfriend of Palin’s 19-year-old daughter, Bristol, and the father of her toddler-age son. The couple recently reconciled and announced their engagement, but then quickly called it off amid reports Johnston was more in love with the media spotlight than Bristol. Johnston will run for office for a non-scripted show called “Loving Levi: The Road to the Mayor’s Office.” No word on which network will air the show.

Farrow Contradicts Campbell’s Testimony In Blood Diamond Case

Mia Farrow has appeared in the war crimes trial against former Liberian President Charles Taylor. In her testimony given at The Hague on Monday, Farrow claims that Naomi Campbell did, in fact, knowingly accept a “blood diamond” from Taylor. Campbell appeared in the same court last week, claiming that she had received several stones during a 1997 charity trip to South Africa but thought they were just “dirty stones” and had no idea where they came from.

Bernie Mac Widow Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Bernie Mac’s widow is suing the comedian’s longtime doctor. Rhonda McCullough has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Chicago against dermatologist Rene M. Earles, claiming Earles didn’t pick up on signs that Mac was suffering respiratory failure and kept him at the clinic for several hours rather than calling an ambulance. Bernie died on August 9, 2008, at age 50. Earles says he treated the comedian on the day he died, and that Mac appeared weak, with a low-grade fever and a rash. Earles says when Mac told him another doctor had given him an injection for a cold he called that doctor and was told Mac had double pneumonia. Earles says he told Mac to go to the hospital right away, and the comedian was taken to one in a chauffeur-driven vehicle.

Corbin Bersen In A Bar Fight

Corbin Bernsen told police he was thrown to the ground during a bar brawl near Akron, Ohio, where he’s making a movie. Bernsen says he scraped his knee in the July 27th fight in New Franklin, Ohio, where Bernsen is filming “25 Hill,” about the All-American Soap Box Derby. A spokeswoman for the movie says the fight started when a local man made unwanted advances toward a woman on Bernsen’s film crew while the crew was having dinner. The man told police he knew the woman from high school and was merely saying hello. But punches were thrown and one of the movie’s producers was treated for a black eye. No one is pressing charges.

Anna Nicole Smith Trial

Anna Nicole Smith was “obsessed” with pills, her bodyguard testified on Friday. He also said Howard K. Stern helped Smith take her drugs in the weeks before she died. Maurice Brighthaupt said he saw Stern holding Smith’s head and giving her pills when she was too weak to take them on her own. Defense attorneys attempted to weaken Brighthaupt’s credibility yesterday by questioning him about schemes to profit from his association with Smith. Brighthaupt admitted signing contracts with “Access Hollywood” to provide pictures and interviews after Smith died in 2007 from a drug overdose. He said Smith had given him a camera memory card with more than 100 photographs. Among the pictures he provided were images of the casket and hearse that carried the body of her son, Daniel, after his death. Stern and Smith’s doctors, Khristine Eroshevich and Sandeep Kapoor, have pleaded not guilty to conspiring to provide Smith excessive amounts of opiates and sedatives.

Jimmy Johnson To Be Contestant On ‘Survivor’

Former NFL coach Jimmy Johnson will be a contestant on “Survivor” this season. CBS announced that the 67-year-old Johnson will be one of 20 castaways sent to Nicaragua. The premiere will air September 15th. Johnson will be part of a team of 10 contestants over the age of 40 who will compete against a group aged 30 and under. Johnson won a college national championship at the University of Miami, then won two Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys. He also coached the Miami Dolphins. He is now an NFL commentator for FOX.

Web Sensation ‘Fred’ Lands TV Movie

Lucas Cruikshank, known for his online alter ego Fred, will star as the character in a new TV movie on Nickelodeon. Also set to appear in “Fred: The Movie” are “iCarly” star Jennette McCurdy, WWE’s John Cena and British pop star Pixie Lott. The movie is set to air September 17th.

Tony Danza Reality Show Gets Air Date

A&E says the series premiere of its upcoming reality series “Teach: Tony Danza” has been set. The seven-episode, one-hour series chronicles the experience of the actor as he works as a first-year teacher at Philadelphia’s largest urban high school. The show, which follows Danza as he teaches a 10th-grade English class, debuts October 1st.

‘Entourage’ To End Next Season

“Entourage” is wrapping up next summer after its eighth season, HBO said. The show stars Adrian Grenier as native New Yorker Vincent Chase, who heads west and becomes a film star. Jeremy Piven plays his tenacious agent and Kevin Connolly, Kevin Dillon and Jerry Ferrara play friends from back home who help Vincent navigate the treacherous waters of show business.

De Rossi Requests Legal Name Change

Portia de Rossi has filed papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court to legally change her name to Portia DeGeneres. The actress married Ellen DeGeneres in 2008.

Turning Out For ‘Idol’

It’s not quite an “American Idol” record, but it’s close. The crowd of 16,000 in Nashville and 17,000 in East Rutherford, New Jersey, are among the biggest the show has ever seen. The only location that drew more people was Washington, D.C. for Season 4, when 22,000 showed up. Lowering the age from 16 to 15 years old could be one of the reasons so many are auditioning. Ryan Seacrest says maybe because “people are sensing that Season 10 is a historic moment.” There have been four auditions so far for the 10th season. There are two more to go – tomorrow in Austin, Texas, and on August 19th in San Francisco.

More ‘Avatar’

Deals for an “Avatar” sequel – or two – are being worked on. First though, James Cameron said he is focused on finishing his “Avatar” novel before getting started on a sequel. Cameron also hinted that the final two parts of the trilogy could be lumped together into a single production. No word on when they will be released.

Charlie Sheen’s Wife Feared For Life During Assault

Brooke Mueller, the wife of Charlie Sheen, feared for her life as Sheen pinned her down in their bed and put a knife to her throat, according to a newly-released police report. Last week, Sheen pleaded guilty to assaulting Mueller during the Aspen, Colorado, incident. He was ordered to serve 30 days in drug and alcohol rehab in California. The police report details the extent to which Mueller was hurt and tells how Sheen reacted when questioned by police.

Former ‘Idol’ Contestant In Trouble With Animal Rights Group

Kristy Lee Cook, a season seven “American Idol” contestant, has landed a new reality show called “Goin’ Country.” The show features the odd combination of Cook hunting and trying to score a new record deal. However, Cook is now in hot water with an animal rights group after she said, “I never used to like killing animals until I got out and experienced it. It’s the food chain. Animals are here for us to eat.” In Defense of Animals responded, “Contrary to Kristy Lee’s beliefs, animals are meant to live out their lives in peace, not to be killed for our enjoyment.” The show debuted over the weekend on Versus network. There will be eight episodes in the series featuring a different kind of hunt on each show.

 

Sony Loses ‘American Idol’ Music Rights

“American Idol” creator Simon Fuller and 19 Entertainment have signed a deal with Universal Music Group to partner and distribute albums for the show’s artists, ending its relationship with long-time partner Sony. Since the show’s 2001 inception, “American Idol” has sold more music than any other TV show and has moved more than 100 million units in North America and more than 120 million songs on iTunes.

Hustler To Make X-Rated Film About Lindsay Lohan’s Jail Stint

Lindsay Lohan’s time behind bars is set to be spoofed in a new Hustler video. Lohan was originally sentenced to 90 days in jail, but she walked free on Monday morning after serving just 13 days. She was released from jail and taken straight to rehab to complete the second half of her sentence, which requires a 90-day treatment program. Hustler Video has already shot a porn parody with Scarlett Fay portraying Lohan. “Untrue Hollywood Stories: Lindsay Goes to Jail” is set to be released on DVD later this month.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt In Bike Crash

Joseph Gordon-Levitt is nursing an injured arm after crashing his bike while filming an action scene for the cycling movie “Premium Rush” in New York on Sunday. The actor, who plays a bike messenger in the movie, was shooting a fast-paced action scene on the city’s busy streets when he crashed into a taxi window and cut his forearm. He was briefly hospitalized and had to have 31 stitches following the accident.

Goldblum Not Returning To ‘CI’

Jeff Goldblum won’t be returning to “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” if the show is renewed for a 10th season. Goldblum’s publicist confirmed to Variety the actor decided to depart “due to the uncertainty” about the show’s future. Goldblum joined the cast last year.  

Conan O’Brien Sells New York Digs

Conan O’Brien has reportedly sold his New York City duplex apartment to the head of Discovery Communications for $25 million. David M. Zaslav purchased the sprawling seven bedroom, eight-and-a-half bath, three terrace co-op located in The Majestic at 115 Central Park West in Manhattan. Zaslav reportedly purchased the apartment fully furnished.

Snooki Headed To Court

“Jersey Shore” star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi has been given an August 18th court date after being arrested on charges of disorderly conduct last week. Polizzi was arrested in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, where the “Jersey Shore” show is filmed for MTV. Snooki faces a fine of up to $1,000.

 

Bill Cosby Not Laughing About Dying Anymore

Bill Cosby has once again died on Twitter. The comedian fell victim on Monday to a fourth death hoax on social media websites, and later called a live CNN broadcast to reprimand those responsible. “I don’t want this person, or whatever, I don’t want them to do this anymore,” the 73-year-old Cosby told Kyra Phillips, who was filling in on “Larry King Live.” The hoax took off after thousands of people repeatedly typed “Bill Cosby Died.”

Sinatra’s Grandson Attempts Suicide

The grandson of the late Frank Sinatra has been hospitalized for a possible suicide attempt in Downey, California. The 32-year-old son of Frank Sinatra Jr., also named Frank, was being treated at Downey Regional Medical Center for a drug overdose. A source close to the family said the younger Sinatra took too many pills Monday in a “suicide attempt.” No other details were immediately available.  

Security Raised At Naomi Campbell Trial Appearance

War crimes judges on Tuesday ordered special security measures for supermodel Naomi Campbell when she testifies at the trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, barring photographers from snapping her as she enters and leaves the courtroom. The judges say Campbell’s fears for her safety and privacy are legitimate because of her high profile and the intense media surrounding her. The Special Court for Sierra Leone instructed authorities to ensure that no one photograph, videotape or even sketch Campbell in or around the courtroom. Her testimony, however, will be recorded by courtroom cameras. She is due to appear Thursday, but judges have not yet decided on a motion submitted last week by Taylor’s lawyers to delay her appearance. Campbell was summoned to testify about whether she received diamonds from Taylor after a star-studded dinner in South Africa in 1997. Taylor is accused of trading in “blood diamonds” in exchange for helping rebel factions during the 11-year civil war in Sierra Leone.

Lopez, Tyler To Be ‘Idol’ Judges

Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler are reportedly replacing Kara DioGuardi and Ellen DeGeneres as judges on “American Idol.” DioGuardi was allegedly fired and DeGeneres announced Thursday she was quitting. The casting changes may mean the show is going back to a three-judge format with Randy Jackson as the only holdover for the 10th season. Simon Cowell left at the end of Season 9 to start a new show, “The X Factor,” for Fox.  

TV Critics Awards

Members of the Television Critics Association love “Glee.” The show won three TCA Awards on Saturday – including the top prize, Program of the Year. The 2010 TCA winners include:

 

Program Of The Year: “Glee”

Outstanding New Program: “Glee”

Individual Achievement In Comedy: Jane Lynch, “Glee”

Outstanding Achievement In Comedy: “Modern Family”

Outstanding Achievement In Drama: (Tie) “Lost” And “Breaking Bad”

Individual Achievement In Drama: Julianna Margulies, “The Good Wife”

Outstanding Achievement In News & Information: “Life”

Outstanding Achievement In Youth Programming: “Yo Gabba Gabba”

Outstanding Achievement In Movies, Miniseries & Specials: “The Pacific”

Heritage Award: “M*A*S*H*”

Career Achievement: James Garner

Dennis Rodman Escapes Injury In SUV Accident

An SUV carrying former NBA star Dennis “The Worm” Rodman in south Florida flipped, but Rodman wasn’t uninjured. The Florida Highway Patrol said Rodman and another passenger escaped Saturday’s single-vehicle crash on I-95 near Ft. Lauderdale unscathed. The driver was taken to a hospital. Officials said the Land Rover flipped after having a tire problem. No charges were expected.

Leonardo DiCaprio Attack Suspect Extradited To United States

A woman accused of slashing Leonardo DiCaprio’s face with a glass at a party in 2005 has been extradited from Canada to the U.S. to face an assault charge. Aretha Wilson allegedly hit the actor during a Hollywood Hills house party thrown by Paris Hilton’s ex, film producer Rick Saloman. DiCaprio reportedly required 17 stitches to close up the large cut. Wilson was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon, but fled to Canada before she could face prosecution. She was sent back to Los Angeles on Thursday to stand trial.

Lindsay Lohan And Vince ‘Shamwow’ Guy Team Up

Square One Entertainment has released a hilarious trailer for the new movie “Underground Comedy 2010” – a raunchy over-the-top sketch comedy co-starring Lindsay Lohan, Michael Clark Duncan, Bobby Lee, Joanna Krupa and Vince “The Shamwow Guy.” You can find the trailer on YouTube. “Underground Comedy 2010.”

 

Fishburne’s Daughter To Star In Porn Film

Laurence Fishburne’s 19-year-old daughter, Montana, is starring in a porn video for Vivid Entertainment. Vivid, which has also distributed other celebrity porn films including Kim Kardashian and Kendra Wilkinson, will release the video on August 18th. In a Vivid Entertainment press release, Montana, also known as “Chippy D,” reveals she was inspired by Kardashian to do the flick.

Paris Hilton Denies Accepting Cash To Hang With Billionaire

Reps for Paris Hilton are speaking out against rumors that the socialite was paid $1 million to hang out with Malaysian billionaire Jho Low. The rumors first surfaced last week when various sources reported that Hilton and her friends had not only accepted millions of dollars worth of champagne from Low, but also cash. Hilton’s rep said that while Low is “very generous,” he’s only a friend. The billionaire also reportedly got into a spending war with Hilton’s ex-boyfriend, Doug Reindhart, after he was seen in a club ordering expensive bottles of alcohol. Not to be outdone, Low stepped in and purchased $5 million worth of champagne.

Snookie Arrested

“Jersey Shore” cast member Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi was arrested for public intoxication in the New Jersey beach town where the MTV show is based. Seaside Heights police said Snooki was arrested at around 3:25 p.m. Friday and charged with disorderly conduct after witnesses reported she was bothering them.

DiCaprio Drops Out Of Gibson Movie

Leonardo DiCaprio will not star as a Viking in a flick Mel Gibson is directing, a source close to the actor said. DiCaprio decided to distance himself from the project after audio clips surfaced of Gibson allegedly speaking in an abusive manner to his ex-girlfriend. The woman has also accused Gibson of hitting her and endangering their 2-month-old daughter. “Leo has earned the right to pick and choose who he works with, and Mel Gibson is not one of them,” the source said.

Montag Files For Divorce From Pratt

Heidi Montag has filed for divorce from Spencer Pratt, her husband of about a year. Montag filed for legal separation from Pratt nearly two months ago. The former couple have appeared together on “The Hills” and “I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!”

Anne Rice Quits Christianity Via Facebook

Anne Rice has announced on her Facebook page that she is no longer a Catholic, the faith she has embraced for the last 12 years. The “Interview with the Vampire” author was raised Catholic, but said she regarded herself an atheist for many years before converting back to Catholicism in 1998. “In the name of Christ, I refuse to be anti-gay. I refuse to be anti-feminist. I refuse to be anti-artificial birth control. I refuse to be anti-Democrat. I refuse to be anti-secular humanism. I refuse to be anti-science. I refuse to be anti-life. In the name of Christ, I quit Christianity and being Christian. Amen,” the author wrote on Facebook. “I remain committed to Christ as always but not to being ‘Christian’ or part of Christianity,” she added. “It’s simply impossible for me to ‘belong’ to this quarrelsome, hostile, disputatious, and deservedly infamous group. For 10 years, I’ve tried. I’ve failed. I’m an outsider. My conscience will allow nothing else.”  

Another ‘Law & Order’ Spinoff

Another spinoff from the extinct “Law & Order” is on tap: “Law & Order: Los Angeles” is scheduled for the original show’s 10 p.m. Wednesday slot. NBC says the show will follow the same format, with the first half following Skeet Ulrich and Corey Stoll as detectives and the second half following district attorneys Alfred Molina and Terrence Howard.

Bullock Pulls Out Of Gulf PSA

Sandra Bullock asked to be pulled from the gulf restoration promotion video “Be the One,” her publicist said. The actress found out that some of the money funding the campaign may have indirectly come from BP. The public service announcement touts the Women of the Storm’s “Restore the Gulf” campaign, and asks people to sign a petition urging the government to fund the restoration of the Gulf of Mexico. Bullock’s publicist said the actress, who lives part-time in New Orleans, wants out of the campaign after learning Women of the Storm is sponsored by America’s Wetland Foundation, which has taken donations from oil companies, including BP.

Lohan’s Plush Rehab

When Lindsay Lohan moves from jail to rehab, she’ll land in a facility that just got a $220,000 makeover, TMZ reports. Currently jailed in Los Angeles for probation violations related to her DUI arrests, Lohan is due to be released soon. Her court-appointed 90-day treatment will be at a center based in Newport Beach, California, though she’ll actually be at a satellite facility in nearby Costa Mesa. The facility is getting new hardwood floors, repainted walls, freshly tiled private bathroom, new walk-in closets and a remodeled kitchen. Lohan will be treated for addiction to methamphetamine and bipolar disorder during her court ordered 90-day rehab stay.

Zsa Zsa Gabor To Be Released From Hospital

Zsa Zsa Gabor has been cleared by her doctors to leave the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, her publicist says. The actress has been hospitalized for the past three weeks since breaking her hip when she fell out of bed while answering the phone on July 17th. Her publicist told CBS that Gabor, 93, would undergo physical therapy, then be released from the hospital this week. Her husband, Frederic von Anhalt, has reportedly purchased a $25,000 hospital bed for his wife.

Casey Affleck Faces Another Harassment Suit

Another female worker on Casey Affleck’s upcoming Joaquin Phoenix documentary is suing the actor, this time claiming Affleck climbed into bed with her and groped her as she slept. In a $2.25 million lawsuit filed Friday, cinematographer Magdalena Gorka says Casey engaged in a pattern of harassing behavior and refused to pay or credit her when the abuse forced her to leave the project. The allegations mirror a separate lawsuit filed on July 23rd by Amanda White, a producer who says she left the movie after witnessing shocking behavior and after refusing to sleep in a hotel room with Affleck.

Maura Tierney Back On TV After Breast Cancer Battle

Former “ER” star Maura Tierney said yesterday she is cancer free after a battle with breast cancer. Tierney, 46, was forced to drop out of the series “Parenthood” last year because of her illness. She is now ready to return and will play prosecutor Kathryn Peale in “The Whole Truth” on ABC starting in September.