Why Did The Paparazzi Boo Beyonce?

Beyonce

The paps booed (is that how you spell it?)  Bey Monday night at the MET Costume Institute Gala in the NYC.  The event is where stars don their most stunning ensembles.  One star who got most of the attention was none other than Beyonce, but it wasn't for the stunner Pucci gown she was wearing....

Bey came with mogul husband Jay-Z, walked the red carpet, but didn't stop long enough for the paps to get the pictures they wanted, so they booed her.  Oh well...  At least she looked good!

Check out the vid below!

It's Official: Katie Couric To Leave CBS Evening New

Katie Couric

Yes, it's happening!  Katie Couric will leave her post at the CBS Evening News.  She told People,

“I have decided to step down from the CBS Evening News. I’m really proud of the talented team on the CBS Evening News and the award-winning work we’ve been able to do in the past five years in addition to the reporting I’ve done for 60 Minutes and CBS Sunday Morning. In making the decision to move on, I know the Evening News will be in great hands, but I am excited about the future.”

Unsure of her next move, Katie said,


“I am looking at a format that will allow me to engage in more multi-dimensional storytelling,” she says, adding that other details, including when and where the show will air, are “still being discussed.”

“The bottom line is that I love doing all kinds of different stories. I have a lot of areas of interest and I want to be able to fulfill all of that.”


We'll sure miss her!  I'm sure she'll be successful in what ever endeavor she pursues!  Good luck Katie!

Richie Sambora Headed Back To Rehab

Richie Sambora

TMZ reports that Richie Sambora is headed back to rehab.  Richie has suffered from addiction for years. In 2007, he checked himself into rehab at Cirque Lodge in Utah and UCLA at separate times.  In 2008, he pled no contest to DUI-an incident that involved his daughter.  He just got off of probation for that offense two weeks ago.

Jaden Smith-The Multi-Million Dollar Boy

Jaden Smith

Is it legal to pay a 10 year-old boy millions of dollars?!  Guess it is when you're Will Smith's son!  So, light is being shed on just how much Jaden Smith made for his remake of the "Karate Kid".  TMZ obtained a copy of his 2009 contract for the movie.  According to the records, he was paid an up-front fee (split into two installments) of $900,000 and then $100,000.

The back-end deal was even more lucrative at $2 million-since the film grossed $150 million at the domestic box office.  Surprisingly, those numbers are probably just icing on the cake, based on the huge success of the film and additional perks, he's probably made a lot more!

All I can say is,  more power to 'em (and God Bless!)!

Did You Hear? Prince (The Singer) Is In Foreclosure

Prince, announcing his ?Welcome 2 America? Tour at the Apollo Theater on October 14, 2010

What's the world coming to?!  Didn't he make a gazillion dollars in the 80s?  The Artist Formerly Known As Prince or TAFKAP, oh, that was the last name he called himself!  Raise your hand if you know his new name, because I don't?!  Anyways,  according to Bankrate.com, the Carver County Sheriff's office reported that the multi platinum Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is behind $368,382 (isn't that like two or three payments for someone like him?!) on his mortgage.  TAFKAP has a manse on 20-acres in Chanhassen-a Minneapolis suburb he's lived in since 1980.  A sheriff's auction is set for May 13th (isn't this a time when you wonder where all of your friends are?)

The local paper, Chaska Herald, reports that he bought the property for $605,000 in 1994, but leveled it an rebuilt.

Maybe that's why he announced a new tour last year (see picture above).  Have tickets gone on sale yet?!  They had better soon!

To read more, click here.

Meredith Vieira Leaving the "Today Show"

Meredith Vieira

It's sad, but true!  Meredith will remain on the show until June ( 3 months before her contract ends).  TMZ reports that Ann Curry will replace Meredith and Natalie Morales will replace newsreader Ann.  It is reported that Meredith hated the early morning hours and her husband is ill.  She still hosts the syndicated "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire", so she'll still be bringing in the dough.

Good luck Meredith!  We'll miss you!

Gwyneth Paltrow Gets A Gig With Coach Handbag

Gwyneth Paltrow

First Angie with Louis Vuitton, now Gwynnie has snagged Coach (not to be outdone of course).  Gwyneth Paltrow is the new face of Coach.  According to E! online, she will star in the brand's 70th anniversary campaign, which runs from Fall, 2011 to Spring, 2012.  Gwynnie said,

"I grew up in New York City and I've always thought of Coach as the quintessential New York brand," the star said in a statement. "I will never forget getting my first Coach bag."

Coach President, Read Krakoff said that Gwyneth is a "natural choice for this campaign...She embodies the spirit, energy and elegance of the Coach brand."

Only problem (for us in the U.S. at least) is that her ads will only appear in European and Asian markets.  Bummer!

Gwynnie was on Chelsea Lately! last night.  Check out her appearance!

Is Jennifer Aniston Making A Permanent Move To NYC?

Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer Aniston had hinted that she wanted to move back east, now it appears she has started the ball rolling with the purchase of a $5.9 million 1,200 sq. ft. NYC penthouse.  Jennifer's LA home is on the market, so it seems as though she wasn't kidding when she said she wanted to move back to NYC.

Her new penthouse is one bedroom with sweeping views of New York harbour and the Empire State Building.  Guess Jen's in an "Empire State of Mind" now!

Welcome Home Jen!  I'm sure she'll get a small in LA to come back to!

Engagement News For Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler

Jay Cutler and Kristin Cavallari

Jay Cutler, 27 QB for the Chicago Bears, proposed to Kristin Cavallari, 24 (former Laguna Beach star) over the weekend in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.  According to People magazine, the QB surprised her with a quick trip to Cabo (must be nice to take a quick trip to a foreign country!) to ask her to marry him, a source said.  

The two have been dating since last fall.  Kristin told People earlier this year, "I'm in love and it's been great."

Congrats to the lovely couple!

Angelina Jolie Gets A Reported $10 Million Louis Vuitton Contract

Angelina Jolie

Nice!  Angie scores big with the house of Louis Vuitton!  The new face of Vuitton will be shot by the famous Annie Leibovitz, according to E! News, and debut this summer in stained glass form.  DListed reported that spokes people for both Angie and Louis Vuitton have been tight-lipped about the deal, but a source claims that LV will put around $10 million in her sunshine fund.

Good for her!  I can't wait to see the new campaign!

LeAnn Rimes And Eddie Cibran Wed In Malibu

LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian

LeAnn Rimes, 28 and Eddie Cibrian, 37 have wed in a private ceremony in Malibu, CA.  US Magazine reported that the ceremony took place on Friday evening at a private estate.

This is the second marriage for both LeAnn and Eddie.  The two met on the set of the Lifetime movie, Northern Lights.  They were both married at the time and both carried on extramarital affairs.  Let's hope they get it right the second time around.  Either way, congrats to both LeAnn and Eddie.

Lindsay Lohan Sentenced: 120 Days In Jail!

Lindsay Lohan

Ouch!  But she'll get out sooner do to some over-crowding rule/good behavior.  Well, at least the nightmare is over for her!  X17online reported that Judge Stephanie Sautner sentenced her to 120 days in jail for violating her probation.  LiLo's attorney, Shawn Chapman, said she would appeal the sentence.  She also has to complete 480 hours of community service, 360 of those hours must be performed at the Downtown Women's Center and 120 served at the LA County morgue (ewww!)

Well, let's hope she learns a lesson!  Check out some video below, from yesterday, of LiLo being hauled off to jail!  Lindsay is in an unmarked police car, being escorted by two other unmarked cars.  She's being transported to Lynwood Correctional Facility, east of downtown LA.  She was ducking down in the backseat of the cruiser (why?), covered by a white sheet.

Lindsay did post the $75,000 bail, after spending about 5 hours there, and was released.  She has to be back in court May 11th for a pretrial hearing.

Bethenny Frankel Says That She Used Reality TV To Make $120 Million

Bethenny Frankel

Good for her!  At least she's being honest!  Bethenny Frankel told US Magazine that initially, "I was worried [joining the cast of Real Housewives of New York] would ruin what I had going," says Frankel, who at the time was a Pepperidge Farm spokesperson and appeared on NBC's Today show for a cooking segment. "I went on the show single-handedly and exclusively for business… When I went on the show, no one was going on for business, no one had done anything." 

That was in 2007, now that platform has allowed her to launch a $120 million empire.  During her three seasons with the Real Housewives, Bethenny maximized her screen time to promote her Skinnygirl cocktail line and the rest is history.  She said before her success on reality TV, liquor companies didn't want to hear her pitch for a low-calorie margarita, now every company wants to buy Skinnygirl!  FYI-Bethenny did sell her Skinnygirl brand of low-calorie cocktails to Fortune Brands for an undisclosed amount.  Bethenny now has her own reality show, Bethenny Ever After.

I'm sure this is only the beginning for the mogul!  Congrats Bethenny!

Jeff Bridges records solo album

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges has signed a record contract with Blue Note Records to record a solo album.  According to Zap2it, the actor, who won an Academy Award for playing a washed-up country singer in "Crazy Heart", is taking his musical skills to the next level.

Jeff is rocking the cover of Esquire's May Music Issue.  He says,

"We're here for such a short period of time," Bridges says. "Live like you're already dead, man.  Have a  good time. Do your best. Let it all come ripping right through you."

Jeff's album is due to be released in August.  Congrats Jeff!  I just love it when these actors and actresses can sing, but you never knew it!

Jennifer Lopez Launches The Blackberry Playbook & Her New Album "Love"

Jennifer Lopez

Awww...  I love the title of J.Lo's new album Love.  It must be so nice to have a career where you can be artistic and express yourself!  J.Lo launched her new album and the Blackberry Playbook on April 19th at the Best Buy in LA.  Looking fierce and fashionable, she always knows how to make an entrance!  Congrats on your new album Jennifer!

Katy Perry's "Firework" Reaches Over 4 Million Downloads!

Katy Perry

Katy Perry is now the Queen of music downloads!  As of Friday, Katy Perry's single, Firework, has been downloaded 4,051,000 times, making her song the fourth to reach that milestone.  Perez Hilton reports that no other artist in digital sales history has had four songs reach this milestone.

For the record, Katy beat out Lady Gaga, Rihanna and will.i.am.

Congrats Katy!  You deserve it!

Catherine Zeta-Jones Being Treated For Bipolar Disorder

Catherine Zeta-Jones

Most people try to hide their mental illness from others, but Catherine Zeta-Jones, 41 chose to share her struggle with bipolar disorder with us.  According to People, Catherine checked into a mental health treatment facility (she has now been released) to help her cope with her illness.  Catherine's rep said,

"After dealing with the stress of the past year, Catherine made the decision to check in to a mental health facility for a brief stay to treat her Bipolar II disorder," the rep says in a statement. "She's feeling great and looking forward to starting work this week on her two upcoming films." 

Catherine spent a total of five days in treatment, at an unknown facility, according to a friend.  Catherine suffers from Bipolar II.  Bipolar disorder, a mental illness marked by elevated or irritable moods alternating with periods of depression, afflicts about 6 million Americans. Those with Bipolar II tend to have more depression, with the mood swings spread over a longer time and the "up" periods less elevated. The episodes can be triggered by major stress or life changes. 

We wish you well Catherine and hope that others suffering from this disorder will seek the help that they need too.

Kobe Bryant Fined 100K For Slur

Kobe Bryant

After receiving his fourth technical foul of Tuesday's game against the San Antonio Spurs, Kobe Bryant mouthed a gay slur.  Check out the video below.  He has been fined 100k by the NBA.

BTW, according to Forbes, Kobe did apologize to the gay rights group, HRC (Human Rights Campaign) after social media ran away with the story.

Tina Fey Shows Off Her Baby Bump In A Little Black Dress

Tina Fey

Funny lady Tina Fey looks so cute with her baby bump! Tina revealed on The Oprah Show that she is five months along.  Here, Tina is seen making her way out of Letterman, in NYC on April 11, 2011.  Tina proves that being preggers doesn't mean you have to give up fashion!  She looks great!  Love her!

J.Lo Is "World's Most Beautiful Woman!" According To People Mag.

Jennifer Lopez

People Magazine just came out with it's "Most Beautiful" issue and J.Lo takes the cake!  She gets top honors this year.  In the issue, J.Lo talks about what makes her feel the most beautiful and she says,

"Just being able to touch my face and rub my eyes and put my fingers in my hair and not having to worry about messing it up," she says of feeling her best when she's not glammed up. "It's so much better."


J.Lo does acknowledge that looking good is a full-time job for her.  She goes on to say,  "The thing is, it's part of my job," she said. "I don't want anybody thinking it's easy. It does take time and it's hard work. HDTV wide-screen is nobody's friend!"


To read more of J.Lo's interview with People, click here.


Some others on the list include Jennifer Hudson, Katie Holmes, Ryan Reynolds and Jessica Simpson to name a few.