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Drummer for OneRepublic arrested in Denver
DENVER — The drummer for the band OneRepublic has been arrested on suspicion of assault, destruction of private property and disturbing the peace. KMGH-TV in Denver reports that 38-year-old Eddie Fisher was arrested early Tuesday morning. He was being held at a Denver jail and …
One masseur drops his case against John Travolta
The masseur who filed the first sexual assault case against John Travolta has filed a motion to get the case dismissed, according to court documents. His graphic accusations were claimed to have taken place on Jan. 16, but he soon released a statement admitting he …
Indonesia yanks Lady Gaga gig, says she’ll corrupt kids
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Lady Gaga will have to cancel her sold-out show in Indonesia following protests by Islamic hard-liners and conservative lawmakers, who said her sexy clothes and dance moves will corrupt young people.
National police spokesman Boy Rafli Amar, responding to the pressure, said …
Kristen Stewart’s asking for trouble
“Twilight” star Kristen Stewart has it good — a little too good, if you ask her. “I feel boring,” she told Elle. “I feel like, why is everything so easy for me? I can’t wait for something crazy to f---ing happen to me. Just life. …
‘Modern Family’ star Sarah Hyland has kidney transplant
NEW YORK — “Modern Family” star Sarah Hyland has had a kidney transplant after a lifetime of pain and fatigue.
The 21-year-old actress, who plays big-eyed teenager Haley Dunphy on the hit ABC comedy, told ABC’s “Good Morning America” for a report aired Monday that …
Michael Jackson costumes to be exhibited, sold
LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s glittery gloves, spangled jackets, stage-worn costumes and personal fashion effects are going on a world tour. Celebrity auctioneer Darren Julien says clothing created by Jackson’s longtime costume designers will be exhibited in South America, Europe and Asia before being sold …
It’s a girl for ‘Avengers’ star Chris Hemsworth
Chris Hemsworth, the hammer-wielding Thor in “The Avengers,” is a father for the first time. The actor’s wife, actress Elsa Pataky, 35, had a baby girl on Friday. Her name: India.“We love the country and love the name,” says the 28-year-old Aussie actor. He hopes …
Adele’s disguise surprise
A superstar in England, Adele says she managed to move incognito through Trafalgar Square — “tourist haven” — by skipping her usual black attire and donning pajamas. “It was this tracksuit, with a massive green coat and little pink pumps. I had this massive umbrella …
On stage, Justin Bieber busts a sag and a half
It wasn’t quite pants on the ground, but Justin Bieber modeled some serious waistline droop while introducing protege Carly Rae Jepson at the Wango Tango concert outside Los Angeles. When he wasn’t flashing his tighty whities, the teen idol was on display elsewhere over the …
Rihanna launches her ‘Battleship’
After taking a “sick day” last weekend, pop superstar Rihanna was back and better than ever at the L.A. premiere Thursday night of “Battleship.” Rihanna, who has her first major film role in the movie (opening May 18), refuted reports that her recent illness been …
Robert De Niro joins cast of ‘Hangover’ movie for senior set
Robert De Niro (left) has joined the comedy “Last Vegas,” shaping up to be “The Hangover” for the senior set. He co-stars with fellow Oscar winner Michael Douglas (right)in the buddy movie about four friends who decide to throw a Las Vegas bachelor party for …
Kid Rock rolls with Detroit Symphony
Kid Rock is known for dabbling in all kinds of musical genres: hip-hop, hard rock, country and Southern rock. Classical? Not so much. But he jumped at the chance to play Saturday with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. “As a musician, and of course a Detroiter, …
Whitney’s family gets TV deal
“The Houston Family Chronicles,” a new reality series featuring the family of late pop superstar Whitney Houston, will bow on the Lifetime cable network this year. Though the focus will be on brother Gary Houston and sister-in-law/manager Pat Houston, as well as their daughter, Rayah, …
Two charged with trying to extort Stevie Wonder
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two people have been charged with extortion after police detectives say they arrested the pair for trying to sell what they said was embarrassing information about Stevie Wonder.
The duo, Alpha Lorenzo Walker and his girlfriend Tamara Eileen Diaz, have been …
Judge: Video-game company can pursue suit against Beyonce
NEW YORK — A Manhattan judge says a lawsuit by a video-game developer against Beyonce can go to trial. The decision was made by Justice Charles Ramos. The company, Gate Five, claims the superstar backed out of a $20 million deal for a game called …
