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TMZ.com:
Jackson Drug Aliases  —  Michael Jackson used a slew of aliases to score prescription meds, and we know the two names that could unlock the key to gross abuse by Jackson and some prominent doctors.  —  We've learned Jackson frequently used the names Omar Arnold and Jack London to get powerful drugs, including Demerol.
CNN:
Jackson seen active in video clip of rehearsal  —  LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) — Michael Jackson appeared healthy in a video clip — obtained by CNN — of his rehearsal two nights before he died.  —  AEG, promoter of Jackson's planned London shows, released the short video of Jackson rehearsing …
RADAR:
EXCLUSIVE: $25 Charge To Attend Michael Jackson Memorial  —  Fans who wish to attend Michael Jackson's star-studded memorial service at Staples Center will have to shell out $25 to sit in the stands, RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively.  —  Family, friends and VIPS will have seats …
Roger Friedman / The Hollywood Reporter:
Michael Jackson Funeral Set for July 7 at Staples Center  —  The Michael Jackson funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, at Los Angeles' Staples Center.  Sources tell me that AEG Live, which owns Staples and next-door neighbor Nokia Theatre, will use both facilities and the surrounding plaza.
DailyFill.com:
Jackson Memorial Planned For Staples Center; Joe Jackson To Sell Souvenir T-Shirts  —  Meanwhile there's absolutely no truth to the rumor that Jackson wanted to be cremated and have his ashes sprinkled over a pre-school in Van Nuys.  —  The Jackson family has released a statement today saying …
Mike Celizic / msnbc.com:
Jermaine Jackson: ‘I wish it was me’  —  Michael's brother reveals new details of death scene: ‘I kissed his forehead’  —  On the grounds of Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch, elder brother Jermaine Jackson sat down with TODAY's Matt Lauer for the first in-depth interview …
Discussion: X17 Online, Us Weekly and L.A. Now
TMZ.com:
Michael Jackson Funeral Plans
Jay Bird / Cele|bitchy:
Tickets to Michael Jackson's memorial will cost $25
Discussion: L.A. Now, L.A. Rag Mag and RADAR
Cynthia Littleton / Variety:
Neil Patrick Harris hopping to Emmys  —  ‘Mother’ star cutting deal to host awards show  —  It should be a “legendary” Emmycast.  —  Thesp Neil Patrick Harris is in the midst of cutting a deal with CBS and the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences to host the 61st annual kudos on Sept. 20.
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Michael Ausiello / EW.com:
It's a done deal: Neil Patrick Harris hosting Emmys
Discussion: POPWRAP and FishBowlLA
Daily Mail:
Oh no, the rope's back and so is Victoria's bigger bust: Beckhams peel off (again) for another Armani ad  —  A month after David Beckham unveiled his last underwear campaign for Emporio Armani, the footballer is back in another new advert - but this time with his wife Victoria.
Sharon Cotliar / People.com:
Kevin Jonas Gets Engaged!  —  Kevin Jonas surprised his girlfriend Danielle Deleasa by showing up at her doorstep in New Jersey early Wednesday morning and dropping down to his knee to ask her to marry him.  Presented with a cushion-cut diamond ring that Jonas designed with Jacob & Co., Deleasa couldn't believe what was happening.
Alex Dobuzinskis / Reuters:
David Carradine died of asphyxiation: pathologist  —  LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The medical examiner who oversaw a private autopsy on David Carradine said on Wednesday that the “Kung Fu” star died from asphyxiation and the way the actor's body was bound allowed him to rule out suicide.
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Dave Itzkoff / ArtsBeat:
Examiner Says Carradine Died from Asphyxiation, Not Suicide
TMZ.com:
RiRi Breaks Law — Think Before You Ink!  —  Rihanna picked up a tattoo needle last night at a parlor in NYC — which would be totally fun and cool, if it wasn't also incredibly illegal.  —  We're told RiRi tattooed three of East Side Ink's artists with umbrellas and the letter R. None …
Discussion: Sandra Rose and Lifeline Live
RADAR:
EXCLUSIVE: Kate Gosselin's Clothing Project On Hold  —  Photo Caption:  —  As Kate Gosselin attempts to keep her family together as she and husband Jon sort through their divorce, her many side projects have been put on hold.  The latest project to be affected by her private turmoil …
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Lindsay Powers / Us Weekly:
Kate's Clothing Line “On Hold”
Discussion: iVillage and Crazy Days and Nights
TMZ.com:
Gary Coleman's Wife Busted for Domestic Violence  —  We've learned Gary Coleman's wife was arrested last night for domestic violence and disorderly conduct in Santaquin, Utah — where the couple has a home.  —  According to the sheriff's website, Shannon Price was booked for the two misdemeanors …
PEOPLE TV Watch:
Katie Holmes to Show Some Leg for Charity  —  It's official!  Katie Holmes will perform on So You Think You Can Dance in celebration of the FOX show's 100th episode, airing July 23, in a song and dance tribute to Judy Garland.  —  While buzz about her appearance began when photos of Holmes clad …
Discussion: Bitten and Bound and Lifeline Live
Celebuzz Latest Stories:
EXCLUSIVE: Megan Fox and Zac Efron's Dinner Date  —  Did Megan Fox just go on her ultimate dream date?  The 23-year-old stunner shared an intimate dinner with Zac Efron on Tuesday night at Pace, an upscale restaurant in Los Angeles' woodsy Laurel Canyon neighborhood, Celebuzz can exclusively report.
DailyFill.com:
Angelina Jolie Is $2 Million Dollars Richer Than Jennifer Aniston.  Plus She Has Brad  —  According to “Forbes” magazine, Angie made $27 million last year while Jen made only $25 million.  In your face, Aniston!  If it's any consolation, Jen, with all that cash you can buy a really top-notch vibrator.
Discussion: omg!
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Lindsay Powers / Us Weekly:
Angelina Jolie Out Earns Jen Aniston
Discussion: Digital Spy and I'm Not Obsessed
Fox News:
Exclusive: How Miley Cyrus Dumped Boyfriend Justin Gaston  —  Miley Cyrus dumped Justin Gaston after realizing she was “never truly over” her ex, Nick Jonas, an inside source told FOXNews.com.  —  Almost immediately after reuniting professionally with Nick, teen queen Miley dumped Justin …
Daily Mail:
Worse for wear Mischa Barton ‘kicked out of ladies toilets’ at Whisky Mist  —  Mischa Barton was left red-faced after she was kicked out of the ladies' loos for trying to bring her pal into one of the cubicles.  —  The former OC star, 23, was at Whisky Mist nightclub in Mayfair when she decided to drag her friend into the ladies.
Borys Kit / Hollywood Reporter:
‘Asteroids’ lands at Universal  —  Lorenzo di Bonaventura producing game adaptation  —  Universal has won a four-studio bidding war to pick up the film rights to the classic Atari video game “Asteroids.”  Matthew Lopez will write the script for the feature adaptation, which will be produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura.
 
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Jonathan Stempel / Reuters:
A New York judge finds Sirius XM liable for a difficult subscription cancellation process; Sirius says it will appeal but abide by a new “click-to-cancel” rule

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