Chelsea Clinton is engaged to be married
Chelsea Clinton poses for a picture with two students from the University of Oklahoma in 2008 (BY STEVE SISNEY, THE OKLAHOMAN)
Former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton is engaged to be married to an investment banker. Congratulations to the happy couple. The Associated Press story is posted below via NewsOK.
BY BETH FOUHY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky in 1996 (AP Photo/Mary Ann Chastain)
Chelsea Clinton, the 29-year old daughter of former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, has become engaged to her longtime boyfriend, investment banker Marc Mezvinsky.
The couple sent an e-mail to friends Friday announcing the news. They said they were looking at a possible wedding next summer. Matt McKenna, a spokesman for the former president, confirmed the engagement Monday.
Mezvinsky is a son of former Pennsylvania Rep. Marjorie Margolies-Mezvinsky and former Iowa Rep. Ed Mezvinsky, longtime friends of the Clintons. Ed Mezvinsky was released from federal prison last year after pleading guilty in 2002 to charges of bank and wire fraud.
Last summer, Hillary Clinton was forced to tamp down speculation that her daughter and Mezvinsky were already engaged and would marry in August on Martha’s Vineyard. Those rumors proved to be false.
The couple became friends as teenagers in Washington and both attended Stanford University. They now live in New York, where Mezvinsky works at Goldman Sachs and Clinton is attending graduate school at Columbia University’s School of Public Health.
After shunning the public spotlight for years, Chelsea Clinton became a fixture on the campaign trail during her mother’s presidential bid in 2008, visiting colleges and universities around the country.
Usher’s new album postponed
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Fans who were hoping to have R&B singer Usher’s new album in their Christmas stocking this year will be disappointed.
The release of Usher’s album titled “Raymond v. Raymond” has been delayed. The album was scheduled to be released Dec. 21, but Usher’s record company announced it has been postponed until 2010.
An exact release date hasn’t been determined.
Usher’s new song titled “Papers” can be heard on radio stations nation wide. The song lyrics describe his divorce to Tameka Foster Raymond.
Bobby Brown, Kevin Federline to film reality show together
R&B singer Bobby Brown and Kevin Federline are considering a joint reality television show.
Brown told a TMZ photographer “We’re thinking about doing a show, K-Fed and Bobby.” When asked about the show’s details, Brown refused to give any information.
He said “I don’t know. You’ll have to wait and see.”
This should be an interesting show because Brown and Federline have a few similarities.
They are both has-been celebrities, they were both married to pop music superstars (Whitney Houston and Britney Spears) and they both said they were treated unfairly by the media.
Before marrying Houston, Brown dominated the music scene during the 1980s and the early 1990s as part of the boy group New Edition and as a solo artist.
Before marrying Spears, Federline was a dancer for Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Destiny’s Child and Pink.
Brown’s life eventually spiraled out of control when he became entangled in drug, alcohol and domestic abuse.
Federline was a tabloid staple throughout his marriage to Spears, his divorce and the custody battle.
Brown’s and Federline’s reality show will probably center around them trying to make a comeback in the entertainment industry and repair their damaged reputation.
Brown and Federline participated in reality shows in 2005, but it didn’t boost their careers.
Federline and Spears filmed an MTV reality show titled “Chaotic” and Brown and Houston filmed a reality show titled “Being Bobby Brown” on the A&E network in 2005.
Both shows were a disaster. It placed a negative spotlight on the couples, and it fueled more tabloid fodder.
Maybe they will have better luck with this new show.
Chris Brown to appear on 20/20
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We heard Rihanna tell her side of the story on the news program “20/20,” and now it’s Chris Brown’s turn.
Brown will appear on the Dec. 11 episode of “20/20″ on the ABC network. Brown will tell his side of the story regarding the violent incident that took place with Rihanna earlier this year.
Brown previously spoke about the incident on “Larry King Live” and MTV News, but the “20/20″ interview with Robin Roberts is expected to be more in-depth.
The interview will coincide with the release of Brown’s new album titled “Graffiti,” which will be in stores a few days earlier (Dec. 8).
Top 10 movies at the box office (Nov. 29)
Top 10 movies at the box office (weekend ending Nov. 29)
1. The Twilight Saga: New Moon – $42.5 million
2. The Blind Side – $40.1 million
3. 2012 – $18 million
4. Old Dogs – $16.8 million
5. A Christmas Carol – $16 million
6. Ninja Assassin – $13.1 million
7. Planet 51 – $10.2 million
8. Precious – $7.09 million
9. The Fantastic Mr. Fox – $7.02 million
10. The Men Who Stare at Goats – $1.5 million
Spokeswoman: No terrorist attack in Bush’s term
Dana Perino, a White House spokeswoman for President Bush, made a bizarre comment on the Fox News Channel.
During an interview with Sean Hannity, Perino was criticizing President Obama for not calling the recent Fort Hood shootings “a terrorist attack.”
During the interview, she tried to praise President Bush by saying “We did NOT have a terrorist attack on our country during President Bush’s term.”
But before she criticizes President Obama and defends her former boss President Bush, she might want to get her facts straight.
We DID get attacked during President Bush’s term. It was the worst terrorist attack in American history. It’s referred to as September 11th. I know it wasn’t Bush’s fault, but it DID happen during his term.
I’m not sure why Perino would say a terrorist attack never happened on Bush’s watch. I hope this was a slip of the tongue.
The video clip is posted below.
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 30 and Dec. 1)
Ben Stiller (AP Photo/Miguel Villagran)
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 30)
Kaley Cuoco – 24 (8 Simple Rules actress)
Elisha Cuthbert – 27 (actress)
Clay Aiken – 31 (singer)
Mindy McCready – 34 (country singer)
Des’ree – 41 (singer)
Ben Stiller – 44 (actor)(in photo above)
Bo Jackson – 47 (former pro football player)
Marcus Raboy – 44 (music video director)
Billy Idol – 54 (singer)
Shirley Chisholm – 85 (first black U.S. Congresswoman)
Celebrity Birthdays (Dec. 1)
Brad Delson – 32 (of Linkin Park)
Bob Goen – 55 (TV host)
Treat Williams – 58 (actor)
Bette Midler – 64 (singer/actress)
Woody Allen – 74 (film director)
Celebrity Couples Briefs
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–Is it the end of the road for actress Reese Witherspoon and actor Jake Gyllenhaal? People magazine is reporting Witherspoon and Gyllenhaal have broken up. However, Witherspoon’s representative told US Magazine, they are still together. Who’s right and who’s wrong? I’m sure we will find out soon.
–Tom Arnold married Ashley Groussman on Saturday in Maui.
–Music producer Rodney Jerkins and wife Joy Enriquez had a baby girl named Heavenly Joy Jerkins. Rodney Jerkins produced songs for Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga and Britney Spears.
Day 26 leaves Diddy’s Bad Boy Records
Sean “P. Diddy” Combs lost another musical act.
The R&B group Day 26 announced they are leaving Diddy’s Bad Boy Records to sign with Atlantic Records.
Group members made the announcement in an interview with The Boom Box. Day 26 consist of Brian Andrews, Robert Curry, Willie Taylor, Qwanell Mosley and Michael McCluney.
Diddy signed Day 26 to Bad Boy Records in 2007 after he selected them to form a group on his MTV reality show titled “Making the Band 4.”
Day 26 is the latest in a string of musicians who left Diddy’s record label. Faith Evans, The Lox, Mase, 112, Craig Mack, Da Band, Junior Mafia, Mase, Shyne, Total, Dream, Danity Kane and Loon have already left the record label.
I’m not sure what Diddy is doing to his musicians that make them want to leave his record label, but obviously he needs to take a look at his business practices.
If all of his prominent musicians are leaving the record company, Diddy is apparently doing something wrong.
Diddy is often referred to as a music mogul, but I think it’s difficult to maintain that title when there’s no one left on your record label.
Rihanna discusses nude photo leak
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Several months ago, nude photos of R&B singer Rihanna were leaked online, causing her a mountain of embarrassment.
During an interview with Hot 97 radio host Angie Martinez this week, Rihanna discussed the embarrassing incident.
She said “If you don’t send your boyfriend naked pictures then I feel bad for him. Trust me I was freaked out. That was the worst thing that could possibly ever happen to me.”
“I just feel like my privacy was taken before that and then when that came out I was like Oh great. Now there is nothing they don’t know about my private life. It was humiliating and embarrassing, especially my mom having to see that and it was two days before Mother’s Day.”
I assume her boyfriend was Chris Brown at the time. I’m not sure if Chris was the one who leaked those photos, but I wouldn’t be surprised.
Alicia Keys new music video: Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 28 and Nov. 29)
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 28)
Trey Songz – 25 (singer)
Chamillionaire – 30 (rapper)
Styles P – 35 (rapper)
Jon Stewart – 47 (comedian/talk show host)
Judd Nelson – 50 (actor)
Berry Gordy – 80 (Motown Records founder)
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 29)
The Game – 30 (rapper)
Anna Faris – 33 (actress)
Gena Lee Nolin – 38 (Baywatch actress)
Jonathan Knight – 41 (New Kids On The Block singer)
Don Cheadle – 45 (actor)
Kim Delaney – 51 (Army Wives)
Howie Mandel – 54 (game show host)
Garry Shandling – 60 (comedian)
I’m back from vacation
Dear Readers,
I’ve been out of town on vacation during the past nine days, so if you’re wondering why I haven’t been posting celebrity blogs lately, that’s the reason. I didn’t have access to a computer while I was out of town.
But fear not. I’m back, and the blog posts will continue on a daily basis. I appreciate everyone who reads this blog daily. Thanks for your patience.
Tim Henley
Beyonce to release new album in 2010
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Beyonce recently announced plans for an upcoming album. While performing during a concert in the United Kingdom, Beyonce told the crowd “This is my last show for this tour in the UK, so hopefully, I’ll see you all in a year with a new album,” according to Billboard magazine.
Beyonce’s producer Rodney Jerkins also posted a message on his Twitter page saying he is creating new music for Beyonce’s new album.
I’m a Beyonce fan. No one can deny her talent, but I think it’s time for her to take a break from the public eye. During the past two years, she has released multiple albums, dominated the radio airwaves, appeared in movies, performed on just about every concert stage around the world and appeared on the cover of nearly every magazine known to man.
In 2008 and 2009, she released “I Am… Sasha Fierce,” “Above and Beyonce,” “I Am… Sasha Fierce: Deluxe Edition” and “I Am… Yours.” Not to mention the number of television appearances that she’s made.
It’s time for Beyonce to take a short break before she becomes overexposed, and the public will get tired of seeing her. We need to miss Beyonce, and we can’t miss her if she never takes a break.
New movie releases (Nov. 27)
“Ninja Assassin” starring Naomie Harris, Sung Kang, Randall Duk Kim, Stephen Marcus
“Old Dogs” starring John Travolta, Robin Williams, Seth Green, Kelly Preston, Matt Dillon, Rita Wilson, Lori Loughlin
Michael Jackson’s white glove sold to highest bidder
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When the late Michael Jackson debuted the moonwalk dance move during Motown Record’s 25th anniversary televised concert, he wore a sparkling white glove while he slid across the stage.
The white glove became Jackson’s trademark throughout most of his career. Many fans around the world began wearing a white glove when they tried to emulate the pop star.
Now, one person is the lucky winner who gets to own the original glove that Jackson used during his performance. The glove was given to Hoffman Ma (of Hong Kong) during an auction. Hoffman paid a whopping $420,000 for the famous glove, according to the Associated Press.
Several of Jackson’s belongings were auctioned at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City… I wonder who got the red jacket and the surgical masks????
Tiger Woods injured in car crash
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Golf superstar Tiger Woods was injured in a car wreck Friday morning in Orlando.
Woods ran into a fire hydrant and a tree near his house, according to a police report. He was taken to a local hospital where he was treated for facial injuries and released, according to CNN.
Police do not believe alcohol was involved, and they are investigating the crash, according to the police report. Woods is scheduled to compete Dec. 3 in the Chevron World Challenge, but I think it’s safe to assume he won’t be attending.
To be continued as details become available.
Billboard Top 25 Songs
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Billboard Top 25 Songs (week of Nov. 25)
1. Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z, Alicia Keys
2. Bad Romance by Lady Gaga
3. Fireflies by Owl City
4. Whatcha Say by Jason DeRulo
5. Tik Tok by Kesha
6. Replay by Iyaz
7. Sexy Chick by David Guetta, Akon
8. Paparazzi by Lady Gaga
9. Three by Britney Spears
10. Down by Jay Sean, Lil Wayne
11. Party in the USA by Miley Cyrus
12. Meet Me Halfway by Black Eyed Peas
13. Sweet Dreams by Beyonce
14. Need You Now by Lady Antebellum
15. You Belong With Me by Taylor Swift
16. Already Gone by Kelly Clarkson
17. Forever by Drake, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Eminem
18. I Gotta Feeling by Black Eyed Peas
19. Russian Roulette by Rihanna
20. Run This Town by Jay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West
21. Use Somebody by Kings of Leon
22. I Can Transform Ya by Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, Swizz Beatz
23. Cowboy Casanova by Carrie Underwood
24. One Time by Justin Bieber
25. Half Of My Heart by John Mayer, Taylor Swift
Billboard Top 10 Albums (Nov. 25)
Billboard Top 10 Albums (week of Nov. 25)
1. Battle Studies by John Mayer – 286,000 copies
2. My Christmas by Andrea Bocelli – 185,000 copies
3. The Fall by Norah Jones – 180,000 copies
4. Until The Whole World Hears by Casting Crowns – 167,000 copies
5. Before I Self Destruct – 160,000 copies
6. My World by Justin Bieber – 137,000 copies
7. This Is It by Michael Jackson – 96,000 copies
8. New Moon soundtrack by Various Artists – 93,000 copies
9. Play by Carrie Underwood – 86,000 copies
10. Fearless by Taylor Swift – 84,000 copies
Adam Lambert’s American Music Awards performance
Janet Jackson new music video: Make Me
Nick Lachey to host talent show
Since Nick Lachey’s solo music career has stalled, the former 98 Degrees singer is turning to a television talent show to help jump start his career again.
NBC announced Lachey will host a talent show titled “The Sing-Off.” The show will feature eight musical groups who will compete for a record contract with Epic Records/Sony Recording.
The show will premiere Dec. 14.
Billboard Top 10 albums (week of Nov. 18)
Billboard Top 10 Albums (week of Nov. 18)
1. The Circle by Bon Jovi – 163,000 copies
2. My Christmas by Andrea Bocelli – 136,000 copies
3. Play On by Carrie Underwood – 128,000 copies
4. This Is It by Michael Jackson – 117,000 copies
5. Fearless by Taylor Swift – 91,000 copies
6. NOW 32 by Various Artists – 68,000 copies
7. Crazy Love by Michael Buble – 56,000 copies
8. Memento Mori by Flyleaf – 56,000 copies
9. Glee soundtrack by Various Artists – 56,000 copies
10. New Moon soundtrack – 53,000 copies
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 18)
Celebrity Birthdays (Nov. 18)
Fabolous – 32 (rapper)
Chloe Sevigny – 35 (Actress)
Mike Epps – 39 (comedian/actor)
Duncan Sheik – 40 (singer)
Owen Wilson – 41 (actor)
Kirk Lee Hammett – 47 (Metallica guitarist)
Delroy Lindo – 57 (actor)
Linda Evans – 67 (Dynasty actress)
American Idol winner Kris Allen overshadowed by Adam Lambert
American Idol winner Kris Allen during a photo shoot in West Hollwood. (AP Photo/Jason Redmond)
American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert during the premiere of Michael Jackson's movie "This Is It." (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
The 2009 ”American Idol” champion Kris Allen released his self-titled debut album today (Nov. 17). Many people might not have known he was even releasing an album.
Although Allen was victorious on “American Idol” earlier this year, he didn’t receive a substantial amount of media attention after his win. It wasn’t because he lacked talent. It was because he lacked shock value. Allen is plain, average and simple.
Which explains why he has been overshadowed by Adam Lambert, the “American Idol” runner-up. Lambert appears to be a magnet for the camera.
As a result, numerous magazines were racing to put him on the cover and land interviews with him. Meanwhile, Allen was an after thought. Entertainment journalists ignored him and focused on Lambert because he was more shocking.
Even pop star Lady Gaga came knocking on Lambert’s door wanting to collaborate with him on new music.
I’ll admit, Allen didn’t have the strongest vocals on the show. But the majority of “American Idol” voters chose Allen as their champion, and he deserves to receive some media attention since he was declared the winner.
Allen’s album is in stores now. Lambert’s album “For Your Entertainment” will be released Nov. 23.
