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Sandra / Sky News:
Victoria Beckham's American dream has come true - she will appear as a judge on American Idol, her spokeswoman has confirmed. — The former Spice Girl has agreed to make a “one-off appearance” on the hit US talent show, according to her publicist. — Posh will join fellow judges Simon Cowell …
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Abdul — Simon ‘Misses Me Already’ — It hasn't even been 48 hours since she quit “American Idol” — but Paula Abdul claims Simon Cowell is already missing her like crazy! — The ex-judge was at JFK yesterday, where she called the situation “overwhelming” — but insisted the drama …
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Victoria Beckham to Be Guest Judge on American Idol — As the dust settles on the shocking departure of Paula Abdul, 47, from next season's American Idol, now comes confirmation from Victoria Beckham's publicist that the former Posh Spice, 35, will make a “one-off appearance” …
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Don't Kiss Paula Goodbye ... Just Yet — The door isn't completely slammed on Paula Abdul ... Multiple “American Idol” insiders are telling TMZ there is a chance Paula will come back to the show. Reality — better than a good chance. — We're told the conflict is ultimately all about money ... and buzz leading up to season 9.
Joal Ryan / E! Online:Paula Abdul Exiting Idol? Yeah, Right
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Carson Walker / Associated Press:
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler falls from stage in SD — RAPID CITY, S.D. — Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler was airlifted to a hospital after falling from stage during a concert at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in western South Dakota. — Tyler, 61, fell while entertaining the crowd by dancing around …
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Steven Tyler Goes Down — The Video! — This is what happens when you're livin' on the edge — sometimes you fall off of it! — 61-year-old Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler tried to entertain crowds with a crazy, spinning chicken dance last night in South Dakota — and ended up flying off the stage.
Kate Schweitzer / Us Weekly:
First Peek! Dustin Diamond's Tell-All Book Cover — Screech is back! — Nearly a decade after he last played Samuel “Screech” Powers in Saved by the Bell, Dustin Diamond is writing a tell-all memoir about his days at Bayside. — The book, titled Behind the Bell, hits shelves Sept. 29.
Hollywoodreporter / The Hollywood Reporter:
A new world for a ‘Brave New World’ — Ridley Scott is going back to the futurism. — The director who helmed “Blade Runner” will take on one of the most highly regarded dystopian works of literature, Aldous Huxley's “Brave New World.” — The project has been set up at Universal …
People.com:
Meet Molly Ringwald's Twins! — Molly Ringwald, her husband Panio Gianopoulos, their twins Adele Georgina and Roman Stylianos (in blue) and daughter Mathilda Ereni — Molly Ringwald isn't logging much sleep these days - and she couldn't be more delighted about it.
Marc Malkin / E! Online:
Hudgens: The Real Story on Latest Nude Pics — Didn't Vanessa Hudgens learn her lesson about taking naked photos of herself with a camera phone? — With another batch of racy pics of the 20-year-old High School Musical star hitting the web today, Ms. Hudgens finds herself facing Nudie Controversy 2.0
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Amy Eisinger / NY Daily News:
Full-figured Kevin Federline offered seven-figure deal to endorse weight-loss product — Call it turning lemons into sugar-free lemonade. — A pleasantly plump Kevin Federline has reportedly been offered a seven-figure deal to endorse a new weight loss product, reports RadarOnline.com.
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Britney Spears To Be Honored At Teen Choice Awards — Britney Spears,Teen Choice Awards,Miley Cyrus,Jonas Brothers,Twilight,Music,TV,Celebrities — Britney Spears will appear on Monday's Teen Choice Awards, the star announced in an updated post on her Web site.
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Stephen M. Silverman / People.com:
Anna Paquin & Stephen Moyer Are Engaged! — It's true love for True Blood couple Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer. The two are engaged to be married, reps for both actors on the HBO vampire series confirm to PEOPLE exclusively. — No further details were available.
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Dotson Rader / PARADE Magazine:
Brad Pitt on Gay Marriage, Smoking Pot and ‘Real Love’ — In this week's issue of PARADE, Brad Pitt talks about his decision to become a father, why he won't marry Angelina Jolie and the risks he'll take for love. Check out the excerpts below, then visit Parade.com on Friday (Aug. 7) for the full interview.
NY Daily News:
Chris Brown's sentence for beating up Rihanna delayed by judge — A Los Angeles judge postponed sentencing singer Chris Brown on Wednesday, saying she wants documents guaranteeing he'll do roadside cleanup or other hard labor for beating up Rihanna. — Judge Patricia Schnegg told the R&B star …
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Tom Sizemore Popped for Domestic Violence — It's been 70 days since his last arrest — and actor Tom Sizemore is already back behind bars! — TMZ has learned the former “Black Hawk Down” star was arrested in L.A. late last night after an argument with a woman allegedly became physical.
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DEA — Douglas' Son Moved ‘Pounds’ of Meth — The DEA claims Michael Douglas' son Cameron is a big time crystal meth dealer — one who moved “pounds” of the drug since 2006. — According to his federal complaint filed in New York, DEA agents claim they ran a 3-year investigation …
Oli Simpson / Digital Spy:
Sister ‘owns lost Jackson songs’ — Michael Jackson's sister La Toya is believed to have stored over 100 unreleased songs by the late superstar, it has been reported. — The ‘Thriller’ star is rumoured to have recorded tracks with artists including Black Eyed Peas's will.i.am …
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Kate Schweitzer / Us Weekly:
Sharon Stone Poses Topless at 51 — At 51 years old, the actress poses topless for the cover of French magazine Paris Match. — This is not the first time the star has shown some serious skin. She famously gave fans an eyeful in 1992's Basic Instinct and has made multiple red carpet appearances in sheer gowns.
