Jessica Simpson snubs Bush  —  'It's never been a problem for Bono,' NRCC spokesman responds  —  LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) — Concerned about politicizing her favorite charity, singer-actress Jessica Simpson Wednesday turned down a invitation to meet with President Bush, a snub that left Republicans dismayed.

DEMI & ASHTON'S MIRACLE BABY AT 43!  —  On March 9, when Demi Moore made her third visit in a month to Petit Trésor, the posh L.A. baby boutique locked its doors so she could shop in private.  Demi, a source says, was especially interested in the high-end nursery furniture, asking about changing tables and an armoire.

Tom Cruise's South Park episode  —  Tom Cruise stopped a US TV channel from airing an episode of 'South Park' that mocks him - by threatening to refuse to promote 'Mission Impossible 3'.  —  The now infamous episode of the cartoon 'Trapped in the Closet' pokes fun at the actor's Scientology beliefs …

SHANNON ELIZABETH DIVORCE UPDATE  —  Shannon Elizabeth's ex-husband is seeking half of what couple owned when they lived together.  The American Pie star began living with actor Joseph D. Reitman in 1997, according to papers filed in Superior Court.  Until their marriage on June 15, 2002 …

ABC's Elizabeth Vargas to Have a Boy  —  ABC's World News Tonight co-anchor Elizabeth Vargas will be having a boy later this year, the New York Post reports.  Vargas's network announced the pregnancy early last month, but this is the first news of the baby's gender.

BRINGING UP BABY, BRITNEY STYLE  —  March 16, 2006 — HOW not to raise a child, by Britney Spears.  —  The latest report?  She changed Junior's diaper in the middle of a busy restaurant.  According to Britain's News of the World newspaper, one diner said, "It was disgusting.

Brad Pitt's Family: Marry Angelina Jolie Now  —  Brad Pitt's Bible belt family has reportedly demanded that he marry his very pregnant girlfriend Angelina Jolie.  And they want the wedding to take place immediately.  —  They want a wdding now.  —  The story will be published …

Tom & Katie Go to First Base at Game  —  USA loses but Tom scores  —  (Mar. 17, 10:55AM ET) — TMZ was at the World Baseball Classic in Anaheim, California Thursday night, as Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes got presidential-like treatment.  Here's what we know.

Angelina Jolie Has a 'Secret Surgery' Plan to Regain Shape  —  Angelina Jolie still looks quite skinny, with the exception for her ever growing bump.  But apparently the star is concerned about how her first pregnancy will affect her athletic body.  —  So much so - that according to Star Magazine - she has a 'secret surgery' plan.

Angelina Jolie Voted Favorite Lesbian Pin-Up  —  Is there any doubt that Angelina Jolie is still one of the most sought after celebrities of both men and women?  Not any more.  The gay and bisexual UK magazine Diva has released it's "We So Would" list of hotties that most lesbians want to have sex with.

Keith Urban Speaks Out: He and Nicole Kidman 'Live Together'  —  Country music superstar Keith Urban and his beau and fellow Aussie Nicole Kidman have tried desperately to keep their relationship on the down low.  —  The Aussie Power Couple™ are such a hot item that when they decided …

Reese Witherspoon Furious About 'Marriage in Trouble' Reports  —  Right after her much deserved Academy Award for Best Actress in 'Walk the Line' fabulous actress Reese Witherspoon was hit with a barrage of reports from two separate weekly magazines that her marriage was in trouble.

Shaquille O'Neal, Wife Expecting a Girl  —  Shaquille O'Neal and his wife Shaunie Nelson are expecting a baby girl, PEOPLE has learned exclusively.  —  The couple have three children together, sons Shareef, 6, and Shaqir, 2, and daughter Amirah, 4.  O'Neal has a daughter Taahirah, 9 …

lil' kim does phil collins!  —  hey kids!  oh it has been one of those good type o' days - popbytes has been really cooking lately & coming into its own after 2 1/2 years of blood, sweat & pop tears - i work like a dog on this site & yes i am obsessed with my blog but it is all paying off plus …

Britney Spears Steps on Needle, Learns Lesson  —  Female First reports that Britney Spears was taken to the hospital yesterday after - get this - stepping on a Hypodermic needle with her bare feet.  That's right, little miss I don't need no damn shoes was stepping out of her car barefoot, when she stepped on the needle.

Lindsay Lohan to move to 'Dallas'  —  Lindsay Lohan has been hotly-tipped to play sexy Lucy Ewing Cooper in a movie version of 'Dallas'.  —  The stunning teen is currently the favourite to play the blonde bombshell - nicknamed the 'Poison Dwarf' - in the remake of the classic 80s soap.

Hollywood PrivacyWatch: Brad Renfro Seen Near Pancakes  —  Hollywood PrivacyWatch celebrity sightings are submitted by our readers.  Send yours to tips[AT]defamer.com (please put "sighting" or "PrivacyWatch" in the subject line) and let everyone know that Jake Gyllenhaal's feeble attempts …

Brangelina Wedding Rumors Spread in Italy  —  LAGLIO, Italy - Speculation spread once again that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie would wed on these Italian shores — perhaps this weekend.  —  George Clooney is a friend of the Hollywood couple and his lakefront villa in the town of Laglio …

Lollapalooza 2006 to Feature West, Wilco  —  AUSTIN, Texas - Kanye West, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Wilco are among over 120 acts to perform at this year's Lollapalooza festival.  —  The lineup, announced Thursday at the South by Southwest music festival, is about twice the number …