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TMZ.com:
Trump: Tara NOT Fired, Will Enter Rehab — Donald the Forgiving? — In a move that shocked anyone who has ever seen "The Apprentice," including Tara Conner, Donald Trump announced Tuesday morning that he will not fire the embattled Miss USA, despite allegations of drug use, underage drinking and sexual misconduct.
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Stephen M. Silverman / People.com:
Trump: Miss USA Tara Conner Not Fired — It's official: Donald Trump has not fired Miss USA Tara Conner. — "I've always been a believer in second chances. Tara is good person. Tara has tried hard. Tara is going to be given a second chance," Trump announced at a press conference in New York on Tuesday.
The Superficial:
Miss USA cries like a little baby — I posted earlier that Miss USA Tara Conner is keeping her crown and checking into rehab, but now I have to do it again because the awesome Cristal sent in pictures of her crying during the press conference. And if you have any doubt as to how fake those tears are …
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Marla Lehner / People.com:
Star Jones Admits: I Earned 'Diva' Image — Star Jones-Reynolds, who was asked to leave The View in June, is owning up to her reputation as a diva - and says she's learning from her mistakes. — "I've earned that diva image. It's not something that I can hide from," she tells TV's Extra in an interview set to air Tuesday.
X17 Online:
Nicole Does the "Walk of Shame" From Joel's House — Nicole Richie left new bf Joel Madden's house in Glendale yesterday without shoes or makeup. (Let's hope she left the Vicodin there, too!) When not even a DUI can keep a couple apart - you know it must be love! — SEE MORE AFTER THE JUMP »
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Harvey / A Socialite's Life:
Joey Fatone Needs to Dance — The hottest guy in N*Sync wants to be on Dancing with the Stars. That's right, I said the hottest guy in N*Sync. … Joey Fatone Wants To Dance [USA Today] — (Image source)
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NY Daily News:
Flashy performance by Brit — So much for Britney's pledge to clean up her act. — The newly single pop star continued her hard-partying trampage Sunday night at a Los Angeles burlesque club 40 Deuce, when she jumped onstage between striptease acts. — Britney and some girlfriends gyrated …
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Phil / Egotastic!:
Sienna Miller's Diet Tip for Girls: Drink Vodka! — Hollywood is the best place on earth for role models. Don't believe me? Just look at Britney, Lindsay, and Paris. They've been doling out great advice on fashion, drug awareness, and hygien for quite some time.
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Popsugar / Insanely addictive:
The Boss's Daughter Loves Nick — Nick was showing off his free swag at the Jingle Ball gift lounge last week in NYC. Not only was Nick the most popular performer among his female fans at the show, but the guys were totally into him as well. Bruce Springsteen was thrilled to see Nick …
Associated Press:
Actress enters drug rehab program — LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. - Tawny Kitaen, who starred in the 1984 Tom Hanks comedy, "Bachelor Party," has entered a drug rehabilitation program after pleading guilty to possessing 15 grams of cocaine. — The 45-year-old actress will be allowed to change …
Contactmusic.com:
STONE AND SLATER HOOK-UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS — SHARON STONE and CHRISTIAN SLATER have confirmed rumours they're dating and now plan to spend Christmas (06) together. The starry couple, who co-star in new movie BOBBY, sparked romance rumours when they attended a string of events together, but refused to confirm their relationship.
Just Jared:
Halle Berry's Album Track Listing — Model boyfriend Gabriel Aubry was MIA last night as Halle Berry flew solo, passing through Heathrow airport in London on her way to Copenhagen, Denmark. Nice LV luggage... Halle Berry's Move To Music — Did you know Halle is supposedly releasing a self-titled album ("Halle") on Feb. 6?!
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Trent / Pink Is The New Blog:
I'll Be Home For Xmas — Today is going to be a very long day for me ... usually when I fly back East I get direct flights, oftentimes overnight ... not so today, I'll be flying pretty much all day long. OY! But, before I get my booty back to Detroit let's get thru a quick post to mark the day.
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Nathaniel R / Film Experience Blog:
All Hail The Queen (and other tales of year end prizes) — [There's an animated gif in this post so give it a minute to load -Nathaniel] — Greetings awards watchers. With over a half dozen critical prizes already announced, one thing is still as certain as it ever was: Helen Mirren is going to win Best Actress.
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WOW Report:
Got Milk? — Sometimes the right ingredients don't cook up into the perfect cake, though the recipe looked promising. But we'd still like a slice. (InTouch Weekly)
X17 Online:
Who's That "Bar"fly? — If Leonardo DiCaprio really doesn't want his picture taken, he might consider dating slightly less heart-stoppingly beautiful women - I mean, you can pull your cap over your face all you want, but a chick like Bar Rafaeli's going to draw attention!
People.com:
Ryan Seacrest: Next Idol Will Be 'Extreme' — With less than one month to go before the new season of American Idol kicks off, Ryan Seacrest tells PEOPLE that there will be some eye-openers early on. — "I was just on the phone with Simon, and we were talking about the auditions," Seacrest said at Shore Club's Skybar in Miami.
Hollywoodtuna:
Hilary Duff To Play Russian Porn Pop Star — Hilary Duff To Play Russian Pop Star — (CBS) Hilary Duff is very excited about her upcoming movie, "War, Inc." which she's currently filming in Bulgaria. "As you know, in the movie with me are John Cusack, his sister Joan, Ben Kingsley and Marisa Tomei …
Wford / A Socialite's Life:
Christina Ricci Promises To Never Wear Fur Again — Prompted by a fan website closure and some hate mail Christina Ricci apologizes for wearing fur in a recent photo shoot. From ContactMusic.com: … Hey while you're doing all this apologizing why not one for your offensive acting in 2002's Miranda?