Sopranos actor John Costelloe committed suicide
“Sopranos” actor John Costelloe was found dead at his home in Brooklyn from an apparent suicide.
The Associated Press is reporting that he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The 47-year-old actor joined the “Sopranos” cast in 2006.
I’m not sure what would make a successful actor want to commit suicide, but maybe he was dealing with some inner demons? I don’t know.
Costelloe also appeared in “Die Hard 2″ “Kazaam” and an episode of “Law & Order.”
Tim Henley
Actress Eartha Kitt died
Legendary actress/singer/sex symbol Eartha Kitt died from colon cancer on Christmas day at the age of 81.
Kitt’s career spanned more than 55 years. She became famous when she portrayed Catwoman during the “Batman” tv series in the 1960s which helped break down racial barriers.
She continued to appear in movies, television and films throughout her career along with recording music.
Her songs include “Santa Baby” and “Someone To Watch Over Me.” Eartha will be missed. A photo tribute is below.
Time Henley
Celebrity birthdays (Dec. 26)
Lars Ulrich, age 45 (singer) John Walsh, age 63 (activist)
Ozzie Smith, age 54(former pro baseball player)
Billboard Top 10 Songs
Billboard Top 10 Songs (week of Dec. 24)
1. “Single Ladies” by Beyonce
2. “Live Your Life” by T.I. and Rihanna
3. “Just Dance” by Lady GaGa and Colby O’Donis
4. “Heartless” by Kanye West
5. “Womanizer” by Britney Spears
6. “Hot N Cold” by Katy Perry
7. “Love Story” by Taylor Swift
8. “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West
9. “Whatever You Like” by T.I.
10. “If I Were A Boy” by Beyonce
Will Smith gave donations to the Church of Scientology
No one should ever doubt that Will Smith is a very generous guy. He earns about $20 million per movie, and according to his tax returns that were obtained by Fox News, he gave $1.3 million to charity organizations last year.
But what I found most interesting is that he donated $122,500 to the Church of Scientology. The same church that his best friend Tom Cruise is so obsessive about.
Will has always denied rumors that he was involved in the Church of Scientology, but obviously he is, otherwise why would he donate $122,500?
I admit, I don’t much about that particular religion. But I do know that Tom Cruise is a member of it, and he used to be very judgemental about people who used medication to treat their postpartum depression (such as Brook Shields) because its against his Scientology beliefs.
Remember his infamous interview a while back with Matt Lauer? The clip is posted below.
Tim Henley
Crazy Ole’ Tom Cruise on the Today Show – Click here for more free videos
Pete Wentz tasted Ashlee Simpson’s breast milk
Ashlee Simpson’s husband just can’t seem to keep his mouth shut when it comes to revealing too much personal information about the couple.
First, her husband Pete Wentz went on the Howard Stern Show earlier this month talking about intimate details about their sex life. (click here for the details)
Now, he’s talking about more intimate details this week when he appeared on a SIRIUS satellite radio show.
He told the host that he tasted Ashlee’s breast milk, and it tasted soury and weird. Of course it’s supposed to taste weird. It’s for babies only. It’s not for YOU!!!!!
Wentz should learn to keep those secrets between him and Ashlee only. I, along with the rest of the world, don’t really care what goes in their bedroom. They’re not that interesting.
Tim Henley
New music videos of the day: Halo and Diva by Beyonce
Beyonce’s latest CD titled “I Am Sasha Fierce” is currently sitting at number five on the Billboard Top Albums chart.
She recently released two videos at the same time titled “Halo” and “Diva.” The music videos are posted below.
Celebrity birthdays (Dec. 25)
Annie Lennox, age 54 (singer) Jimmy Buffet, age 62 (singer)
Barbara Mandrell, age 60 (singer) Sissy Spacek, age 59 (actress)
Lindsay Lohan said her father had affair and another child
I’ve always wondered why Lindsay Lohan hates her father Michael so much. She always shows so much hatred toward him whenever she talks about him during interviews.
Well, now I think I figured out why she hates him so much. She revealed some interesting information on her My Space blog today.
Here is what she said on the blog, “My father just let my family and me know, amongst other things that he had another child after my little sister Aliana. Or maybe he had it before Aliana?? Either way, he cheated on my mother and that really sucks.”
It’s now understandable why Lindsay doesn’t like her father much. Especially when you just find out that your dad cheated on your mom and had a child as a result.
Maybe that’s why Lindsay acts out so much. Maybe it’s her way of coping with it. I actually feel sorry for her now.
Tim Henley
Billboard Top 10 Albums
Billboard Top 10 Albums (week of Dec. 24)
1. “Fearless” by Taylor Swift – 330,000 copies
2. “A Different Me” by Keyshia Cole – 322,000 copies
3. “Intuiton” by Jamie Foxx – 265,000
4. “Circus” by Britney Spears – 196,000
5. “I Am Sasha Fierce” by Beyonce – 195,000
6. “Dark Horse” by Nickelback – 194,000
7. “Twilight Soundtrack” by Various Artists – 156,000
8. “Folie a Deux” by Fall Out Boy – 150,000
9. “Black Ice” by AC/DC – 143,000
10. “Now That’s What I Call Music: Vol 29″ by Various Artists – 139,000
Former Danity Kane singer Aubrey O’Day won’t discuss her sexual preference
During the past few weeks, the paparazzi have been photographing former Danity Kane singer Aubrey O’Day as she was getting very cozy with other women at nightclubs.
As a result, rumors began circulating that the singer might be a lesbian.
In an interview with US Weekly magazine, Aubrey refused to confirm or deny the rumors. She said, “At this point in my life, I wouldn’t say one way or another what my preference is sexually. The only thing I’m looking for in life is incredible passion and honest love, no matter what options are on the table. All I really operate on is the way I feel in my heart when it comes to love.”
Although Aubrey has been seen getting intimate with other girls, I’m not really sure whether I think she really is a true lesbian or if she is just pretending to be one to get some publicity like Lindsay Lohan is doing.
Aubrey was recently kicked out of the R&B group Danity Kane, so she no longer has a career. Now all of a sudden, she decides to mysteriously become a lesbian and become intimate with other girls ONLY when the photographers are around.
This sounds like it has all of the makings of a publicity stunt.
Tim Henley
Kirsten Dunst gets a restraining order against a stalker
Actress Kirsten Dunst was granted a restraining order this week against a 25-year-old man who was stalking her.
According to the Associated Press, the judge told Christopher Smith to keep a distance from Dunst and her personal assistant. The man was was arrested in November for trespassing on Dunst’s assistant’s house.
I think this stalker is very pathetic. Not because he’s a stalker, but because of the person he chose to stalk…Kirsten Dunst????
He could of done a lot better than that. There plenty of real actresses who are worthy of stalking–Halle Berry, Julia Roberts, Cameron Diaz or Beyonce just to name a few.
If this guy is going to continue to be a stalker, I think he needs to upgrade when it comes to selecting his stalking victims, or he should get out of the stalking business.
Tim Henley
Kelly Clarkson’s new song will be out Jan. 19
More than a year after her last album failed to pick up steam in the music stores, singer Kelly Clarkson is giving it another try.
The first single from her upcoming untitled album is “My Life Would Suck Without You.” It’s expected to hit the radio on Jan. 19.
No one has heard the song yet, so it’s unknown whether it will be a hit. But based on the title, it seems like the song is going to be corny. I predict yet another failed album for Kelly.
But to her credit, Kelly (along with Carrie Underwood) is one of the only American Idol winners who the public actually remembers. So at least she has managed to stay somewhat relevant.
Tim Henley
Celebrity birthdays (Dec. 24)
Ryan Seacrest, age 34 (host) Ricky Martin, age 37 (singer)
Ten questions on my mind
Ten questions on my mind this week
By Kortnee, guest blogger
1. T-Pain, we understand that you’re a fashion icon, but top hats should remain where they belong–on the circus ringmaster
2. Why is Oprah Winfrey’s weight gain/weight loss still making national news? That is so 1990s.
3. To the guy who threw the shoe at President Bush, what were you thinking? While we’re on the subject, are we really surprised that his arm was “allegedly” broke in detention?
4. You pregnant or not Janet?
5. How pathetic was it that R.Kellyblamed his statutory rape charge on his brother?
6. Michael Jackson, while I know about all of your “unexplained diseases/illnesses,” but you have seven siblings. Shouldn’t at least one of them have your illnesses too?
7. One word for the guy who was able to impersonate Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” video on YouTube… “WOW!”
8. Keanu Reeves, can you please shake the Neo character off long enough to expand your acting chops?
9. Where is Dave Chapelle? Please come back to television. They need you.
10. Is Lil Wayne the new Flavor Flav?
By Kortnee, guest blogger
Tina Fey was named Entertainer Of The Year
The woman who gave us those humorous Sarah Palin impersonations during the campaign season is finally getting her recognition.
Tina Fey was recently named Associated Press’ Entertainer of the Year.
Fey is a former cast member of “Saturday Night Live.” She currently stars in the NBC sitcom “30 Rock.” During the presidential campaign season, Fey returned to SNL to impersonate Sarah Palin on various skits, which kept us entertained during the long drawn-out presidential campaign.
Below is a classic spoof of Tina Fey imitating Palin during that infamous interview with Katie Couric. (followed by a clip of the actual interview)
Tim Henley
Sarah Palin Tina Fey Katie Couric – Warning: Watching Sarah Palin Can Be Hazardous to Your Intelligence ! I’m Not Responsible ! – These bloopers are hilarious
Scarlett Johansson sells her snot rag for $5,300
Remember that snot rag tissue that Scarlett Johansson was selling on Ebay? Well, some actually won it for $5,300. Disgusting, I know.
The actress recently appeared on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno. She was sick during the taping, so she kept wiping her nose with a tissue. She then decided to sell the snot rag on Ebay, and the proceeds would go to USA Harvest charity organization.
I don’t care even if the money is going toward a charity organization. No celebrity snot is worth paying $5,300 for. I wonder what the winning bidder will do with that snot rag?
Will he put it in a frame and save it? Will he try to make himself catch the same cold virus that Scarlett had?
Some of you might think this is a joke, but I’m being VERY serious. She actually sold her snot rag. If you don’t believe here, click here and see for yourself on the Ebay Web site.
Tim Henley
Michael Jackson says he doesn’t have a lung disease
Tabloid rumors have always swirled around Michael Jackson during the past 40 years or so.
But the latest rumor has gained some legs, and it has been reported on most of the mainstream legitimate news stations.
Many news organizations are reporting that Michael has a rare respiratory disease, and he is in need of a lung transplant.
However, a spokesperson for Michael claims that the news reports are false.
I’m not sure how this story spiraled out of control, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Michael had something to do with this as a publicity stunt in order to get some attention like he always does.
He’s always been an attention-seeker. That’s why he changed his face, slept in a hyberbaric chamber and always wears that surgical mask. And I’m not even going to mention the little boys.
Tim Henley
Celebrity birthdays (Dec. 23)
Susan Lucci, age 62 Eddier Vedder , age 44
Celebrity briefs
– “Law & Order” actress Angie Harmon and her husband Jason Sehorn welcomed a daughter Emery Hope Sehorn.
– Fergie and Josh Duhamel’s wedding date is set for Jan. 10
– Backstreet Boys singer Brian Littrell’s 6-year-old son was hospitalized for unknown reasons.
– Despite persistent rumors, country singer Tim McGraw says he is not running for governor of Tennessee.
– Aretha Franklin has been selected to perform at Barack Obama’s inaugaration Jan. 20.
Christina Millian shocked by Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon’s wedding
When Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon married each other earlier this year, the whole world was in complete shock, including Nick Cannon’s ex-girlfriend actress/singer Christina Millian.
She told Rap Up magazine, “I definitely was shocked like everybody else. “I was like, ‘Really?’ It just seemed like a weird match, but I was happy for him. I always feel like Nick works hard to get what he wants, whether that be women – that’s how he got me.”
In previous interviews, Millian had said Cannon cheated on her and that’s why they ended up breaking up.
Let’s hope and pray he doesn’t cheat on Mariah.
Tim Henley
Celebrity birthdays (Dec. 22)
Tim Henley, age 28 (journalist)
Diane Saywer, age 63 (journalist) Jordin Sparks, age 19 (singer)
Ali Lohan, age 15
Top country albums of 2008
Top country albums of 2008 (Billboard)
1. Long Road Out Of Eden by Eagles
2. Taylor Swift by Taylor Swift
3. Carnival Ride by Carrie Underwood
4. The Ultimate Hits by Garth Brooks
5. Still Feels Good by Rascal Flatts
6. Love On The Inside by Sugarland
7. Enjoy The Ride by Sugarland
8. Raising Sand by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss
9. Just Who I Am: Poets and Pirates by Kenny Chesney
10. Reba Duets by Reba McEntire
Billie Jean sues Michael Jackson
A woman named Billie Jean Jackson is suing Michael Jackson claiming that she is the mother of his son Prince (nicknamed Blanket).
Billie Jean filed the lawsuit saying that she want joint custody of the child as well has $1 billion in child support.
First of all, Michael doesn’t even have $1 billion. Keep in mind, his Neverland Ranch was threatened with a foreclosure notice. Obviously he’s not a billionaire.
Also, this lawsuit sounds like a joke to me. Michael’s most famous hit song was “Billie Jean” and there just happens to be a woman named Billie Jean Jackson who claims to be the mother of his child.
On behalf of Michael, I demand a DNA test. I also wonder if Billie Jean was her birth name or if she had her name legally changed.
The lawsuit was uncovered by Extra TV. Click here to read the documents.
Tim Henley
Guns N’ Roses drummer is back in rehab
Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler was admitted to drug rehab this week.
This is surprising to me because he just finished his treatment program with the VH1 reality show “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew,” and it looked like he was doing good on his road to recovery.
Adler was arrested during the summer on drug charges.
Tim Henley
