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TMZ.com:
Tara Sinks; Trump Likes the Ink — It won't be a very happy 21st birthday today for Tara Conner: The Kentucky beauty is on the verge of losing her Miss USA crown over allegations of drug use and excessive partying, and sources tell TMZ she will be replaced tomorrow officially by Tamiko Nash, Miss California.
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Shanna Speaks Out About Miss USA — "Dancing With the Stars" beauty Shanna Moakler, arguably one of the most famous women to wear the Miss USA crown, exclusively tells TMZ, "I don't think a lot of women are prepared when they take the title," and that may be the cause of Tara Conner's trouble with the title.
Jo Anne Way / The National Ledger:
Tara Conner Sex and Drug Allegations Send Miss USA Packing — Tara Conner seemingly stands accused of being a very naughty Miss USA right before Santa is set to visit. The Kentucky beauty allegedly has led a pretty wild life since nabbing her Miss USA tiara, according to a report …
Catherine Donaldson-Evans / Fox News:
MISS USA TARA CONNER'S FATE TO BE ANNOUNCED TUESDAY, AMID REPORTS OF COCAINE ABUSE — NEW YORK — Miss USA pageant owner Donald Trump prepared to announce reigning beauty queen Tara Conner's fate in a press conference Tuesday, as reports of her alleged drug and alcohol abuse and indiscretions with men continued to surface.
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Celebrity Crunch
Associated Press:
Online Vote Says Spears Worst Dog Owner — Britney Spears Named World's Worst Celebrity Dog Owner in Online Vote by Dog Magazine Readers — When it comes to celebrity dog-parenting skills, Oprah Winfrey is tops and Britney Spears is the world's worst, according to an online vote by readers of two dog magazines.
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Noelle Hancock / Us Weekly:
Britney Named Worst Celebrity Dog Owner of 2006 — Britney Spears' parenting skills are being called into question once again. This time she's been voted the world's worst celebrity dog owner in an online vote conducted by two dog magazines. — "Britney was the overwhelming choice," …
popbytes:
CRUISE CASTS VICTORIA BECKHAM AS AN ALIEN!?! — good evening everyone! ok - this story is completely insane...i almost cannot believe it! y'all know this year i totally fell in love with victoria beckham (although some of my readers have been concerned about my new BFF) …
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Harvey / A Socialite's Life:
Martha Stewart Uses a Thumper, And I'm Not Talking About The One From Bambi — Martha Stewart is one hot cougar. Since she did a bid, she's playing fast and loose and we love it.
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USA Today:
Yo! Ventimiglia gets into the tough-guy act — LOS ANGELES — Steeped in vintage Scarface machismo, Milo Ventimiglia enters the lobby of a refurbished Culver City hotel. — A fedora is pulled down over one eye, and three days' worth of stubble toughen up his baby face.
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Just Jared
NY Daily News:
Mamet renders his 'Verdict' on H'wood — 'Hollywood is like cocaine," says David Mamet. " You cannot understand its attraction until you are doing it. And when you are doing it, you are insane. Mamet hasn't quite kicked the habit. The playwright, who won a Pulitzer for "Glengarry Glen Ross …
Ryan Pienciak / People.com:
Actress Kim Fields: Pregnancy Is 'Wonderful' — The Facts of Life star Kim Fields is expecting her first child in May with boyfriend Christopher Morgan, and she tells PEOPLE pregnancy is "wonderful." — "It is amazing, surreal," says Fields, 37. "For as maternal as I've felt all my life, it still has the 'Wow!' factor."
Bridget Byrne / Associated Press:
Sitcom legend now teaching `The Class' — BURBANK, Calif. - The core cast of the freshman CBS sitcom "The Class" is crammed around a dining table on a Warner Bros. soundstage rehearsing a dinner-party scene. — Lina's done the cooking and Richie is apologizing sotto voce for the result.
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People.com:
Lindsay Lohan's Bruising Workout: Pole Dancing — Following in the spike-heeled footsteps of Demi Moore, Lindsay Lohan is learning stripper moves for her new movie role - and the lessons have left their mark, literally. — "I've been in pole dancing lessons, S Factor by Sheila Kelley …
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Glitterati
Michelle Collins / Best Week Ever:
FUR REAL, DOG: Puff Daddy Coats Using Dog Fur? — Ladies and gentlemen, prepare to possibly throw out your winter jacket. Because if you happen to be the proud owner of a Sean John puffy coat with "fur" trim, there's a slight chance that fur is actually made from the skin of a dog.
A Socialite's Life:
Madonna's Got Pheasant Hunters in Her Sights — Madonna's found a new cause to champion—banning pheasant hunting on her property. From FemaleFirst.co.uk: … McCartney Blasts Madonna Over Pheasant Shooting. [FemaleFirst.co.uk] — (Image source)
Bang / The Post Chronicle:
Kate Moss Is Set To Launch Her Own Perfume — Kate Moss is set to launch her own perfume. The supermodel has allegedly signed a deal with Coty, the same fragrance producer who has helped Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, The Beckhams and Gwen Stefani create their own signature fragrances.
Just Jared:
The Pitt Party's Here! — Brad Pitt celebrates his 43rd birthday today and we couldn't let the day pass without wishing him our very best! Enjoy the most random collection of Brad pictures below... Brad is currently back in L.A. after spending the week in NYC with Angelina Jolie and their kids.
Kimberly Lansing / People.com:
Aaron Carter Finds Love with Singer Kaci Brown — Aaron Carter is no stranger to falling in love fast. — After an impromptu marriage proposal in September to Kari Ann Peniche, his girlfriend of just a few days (they called it off six days later), the House of Carters star has been swept off his feet again.
Popsugar / Insanely addictive:
Nicole Shares Her Happy Feet — Nicole recently made her first visit back to Australia to visit her family since her June wedding. But just because she was on vacation doesn't mean she couldn't take some time out for others. While in her hometown, she shared her Christmas spirit …
