Rupert Everett Goes to (Isaiah) Washington  —  Hey, Isaiah Washington, next time you wanna spew some anti-gay rhetoric, call Rupert Everett.  —  The openly gay actor says he doesn't mind derogatory names thrown his way.  "I like being called faggot, queer.

Jessica Simpson & John Mayer Hit Miami  —  Three weeks after getting cozy in New York over New Year's Eve, Jessica Simpson and John Mayer made another cute-couple appearance, this time in Miami.  —  On Monday, the pair worked out together at their hotel's Sports Club/LA gym …

LESBO 'LIP LOCK'  —  JENNIFER Aniston is very close to her best friend, Courtney Cox Arquette - and she's about to get even closer.  Aniston is guest-starring in Arquette's FX show, "Dirt," playing her archenemy, a rival tabloid editor.  But even better, according to Michael Ausiello of TVGuide.com, "Aniston's character is a lesbian.

Postie enjoys nice bank role  —  The New York Post's state editor is on the payroll of one of Albany's most powerful lobbying groups, it was revealed yesterday.  —  Fredric U. Dicker was paid for a Jan. 9 speech to the New York Bankers Association, the Albany Times Union reported.

Naomi denying Brazil sect's appeal  —  The Dreamgirls themselves - Anika Noni Rose, Beyoncé and Jennifer Hudson - sparkled at the film's U.K. premiere.  —  Naomi Campbell called yesterday - no jokes about flying cell phones, please.  The supermodel was a perfect lady …

LETO'S LOONEY AT SUNDANCE  —  JARED Leto was in a foul mood at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Saturday night.  Leto, who was promoting "Chapter 27" (in which he plays John Lennon's assassin) picked fights with photographers and clubgoers in the VIP section of Tao at Harry O's.

Paris and Jenna to Show Virgins the Ropes?  —  When you think of Paris Hilton and Jenna Jameson, the last thing you probably think is ... virgins.  —  And yet, sources tell TMZ that famed on-camera sexhibitionists Hilton and Jameson have been contacted about "participating" …

BAND OF GOLD  —  HAVE Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams secretly tied the knot?  Last month, we reported the spotlight-shunning duo had quietly applied for a marriage license in Brooklyn, where they have a townhouse in Cobble Hill.  At the time, friends said the lovers, who met while filming …

Paris Folds in DUI Case  —  Paris Hilton has entered a plea in her DUI case.  —  Paris, originally charged with DUI, pled no contest Monday to alcohol-related reckless driving.  Hilton was not present when her lawyers, Howard Weitzman and Shawn Chapman Holley, told Los Angeles Superior …

Brad Pitt: 'Strippers Changed My Life'  —  On Brad Pitt's road to Hollywood, it helped to have strippers in the passenger seat.  —  Talking about one of his first jobs at Newsweek's annual Oscar roundtable Saturday in Hollywood, Pitt said, "My job was to drive them to bachelor parties and things.

Stallone knocked out sex to prep for film  —  Plus: Jennifer Connelly wavering about adopting from Africa  —  Talk about sacrificing for your craft: Sylvester Stallone says he gave up sex to improve his on-screen performance in "Rocky Balboa."  —  The 60-year-old actor said he had to stop doing …

AND THE NOMINEES ARE...  The nominees for the 79th Academy Awards were announced this morning, and "Dreamgirls" leads the pack with 8 nominations, including Best Supporting Actor for Eddie Murphy and Best Supporting Actress for Jennifer Hudson.  Surprisingly, it did not receive nods for Best Picture or Best Director.

So Much For Tara Reid Cleaning Up Her Image  —  Tara Reid , Exclusives! , Film Festivals , Music & Movies  —  Park City Utah got a special treat on Monday night when Hollywood "Party Girl" Tara Reid got humped on stage by rapper Akon during his performance of "Smack That"

JENNIFER GARNER FIT AND FABULOUS AT L.A. PREMIERE  —  Just a few months ago Jennifer Garner confessed she couldn't seem to lose the extra weight she gained while pregnant with her baby daughter Violet.  The pretty actress was back to her old athletic self when she turned out for the premiere …

Mandy Moore: I struggled with depression  —  NEW YORK - Mandy Moore has a lot going for her, including a starring role opposite Diane Keaton in the upcoming comedy "Because I Said So."  Even so, she says she's grappled with depression.  —  "A few months ago I felt really low, really sad.

Cruise 'is Christ' of Scientology  —  TOM Cruise is the new "Christ" of Scientology, according to leaders of the cult-like religion.  —  The Mission: Impossible star has been told he has been "chosen" to spread the word of his faith throughout the world.  —  And leader David Miscavige believes …

James Franco Speaks Out On Lohan's Rehab Stay  —  Hidden under a hood and hounded by paparazzi, Lindsay Lohan stepped out of rehab this weekend, while the man who may have led to her decision to get treatment came to Access Hollywood.  —  Actor James Franco came to Park City …

Sandra Oh's Ex: No Spousal Support  —  Writer-director Alexander Payne has filed a response to ex-wife Sandra Oh's divorce claim, according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE.  —  Payne, 45, is asking the court to deny the 35-year-old Grey's Anatomy star any spousal support …