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James Vicini / Reuters:
Anna Nicole Smith wins ruling — WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former Playmate of the Year Anna Nicole Smith won from the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday a new chance to collect millions of dollars she claims her late Texas oil tycoon husband promised her. — The justices unanimously overturned …
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New York Times:
Anna Nicole Smith Wins Supreme Court Case — WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled Monday that one-time stripper and Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith could pursue part of her late husband's oil fortune. — Justices gave new legal life to Smith's bid to collect millions of dollars from the estate of J. Howard Marshall II.
Stephen M. Silverman / People.com:
Stones' Keith Richards Injured in Fiji — Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards suffered a concussion in Fiji, a band spokeswoman said on Saturday, Reuters reports. The rocker is said to be recovering in a New Zealand hospital. — Band spokeswoman Fran Curtis has said that Richards …
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David Bauder / Associated Press:
Network Newsmagazines Struggle to Survive — NEW YORK - The point was so important that Diane Sawyer was compelled to make it twice during a "Primetime" episode on battling stepfamilies. — "You want reality TV?" she asked. "Tonight, you get it. Starting now." — The appeal couldn't be any more plain, or plaintive.
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NY Daily News:
Clark's reading of Duke case — America's grand dame of suspense, Mary Higgins Clark, has been doing some sleuthing from the headlines. — Asked at the Mystery Writers of America's annual Edgar Awards Thursday what real-life puzzle she would most like to have solved, Clark answered …
Roger Friedman / Fox News:
Rosie's Contract: She Can't Cut Her Hair — Rosie's Contract: She Can't Cut Her Hair — Rosie O'Donnell's new mega contract with ABC has one absolute proviso: the former talk show queen cannot cut her hair. — You may recall there was an uproar toward the end of Rosie's run …
Roger Friedman / Fox News:
Cher Says She'll Replace Celine in '08 — Cher Says She'll Replace Celine in '08 — Cher, the mighty mighty Cher, has not retired after all. She told me on Friday night it's definite: she will replace Celine Dion at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. — As with Celine, Caesars will build …
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The Malcontent:
The Violentest Way To Wake Up — I really should start watching "Good Morning America" more often. At least according to AOL Television, it sounds like Charlie might be taking getting snubbed for the ABC anchor gig kind of hard: — Anyone else going to click on the "remind me" link?
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Arjan Writes / arjanwrites music blog:
Coachella Day 2 — The 2006 Coachella Arts & Music Festival concluded last night with stellar performances by Madonna and Scissor Sisters. Yes, the indie kids rocked it to the profanity of Madonna and the glitter of Scissor Sisters. I had an amazing day on Sunday also enjoying performances by Infadels …
Bill Carter / New York Times:
How a Hit Almost Failed Its Own Audition — Simon Cowell, left, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson before judging a show in May 2004. Mr. Cowell is known for his sharp tongue, Ms. Abdul for being polite and Mr. Jackson for being affable. — Network television programmers face a challenging job …
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Stephen M. Silverman / People.com:
Don Johnson a Father for Fifth Time — Don Johnson and his wife Kelley celebrated their seventh anniversary with the birth of their third child, a son, a rep for the Miami Vice and Nash Bridges star announced Sunday. — The 27 1/2" long, 7 lb. baby boy, who is yet to be named …
Kimberly Nordyke / Hollywood Reporter:
Carter reality series part of new E! slate — E! Entertainment Television is set to announce today a slate of new series and specials, including an unscripted show centering on the real-life drama of singers Nick and Aaron Carter and their sisters. — Also on the slate are new series examining …
Associated Press:
Madonna Thrills Fans at Music Festival — Madonna thrilled thousands of fans at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Sunday, even as she brought a mainstream feel to the traditionally edgy event. — A swollen outdoor crowd erupted in cheers after the Material Girl made her entrance inside …
Associated Press:
Dean of Hollywood Lawyers Faces Legal Woes — When A-list stars have legal troubles or need to negotiate seven-figure movie deals, they often turn to powerhouse attorney Bert Fields. — The 77-year-old legal legend has built a reputation as one of the most feared litigators in Hollywood …
FemaleFirst:
Angelina Jolie Plans Water Birth — Angelina Jolie And Brad Pitt Plan Water Birth — Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are reportedly planning to deliver their first biological child in a giant tub of water. — The movie stars have been looking into birthing possibilities at the Welwitschia Hospital …
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FemaleFirst:
Paris Hilton's smoke turn-on — Paris Hilton thinks smoking is sexy. — The blonde socialite - renowned for her love of partying - likes the way she looks when she sparks up a cigarette. — She said: "Smoking is so sexy. — "It's like so cool how you all smoke everywhere in the UK.'
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Jeannette Walls / MSNBC:
Britney has the baby blues — Unexcited mother-to-be spotted shopping for baby clothes — Britney Spears with son Sean Preston. The new mom is reportedly pregnant with her second child and his hoping for a girl. — Looks like Britney Spears is thinking pink - but feeling blue.
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