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Paparazzi Battle Bodyguards At Pitt + Jolie Home
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Two paparazzi photographers have been involved in a scuffle with Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's bodyguards, after they were found hiding in the grounds of the stars' French home.
The two men, who were wearing camouflage gear in a bid to go unnoticed, were discovered by members of the Hollywood superstar couple's security team at their rented French chateau on Thursday.
As they were being escorted from the grounds, one of the snappers allegedly went "berserk" and lashed out.
It is claimed he even bit a bodyguard and yelled that he was infected with Hepatitis C.
Tony Webb, head of the team guarding the stars' estate, says, "We caught the two and tried to escort them off the property and the guy's just gone berserk, thrashing out, kicking and actually biting one of the security people, breaking his finger, drawing blood and screaming that he had Hepatitis C."
The men were thought to be trying to get exclusive snaps of the couple's newborn twins before they are unveiled for the first time in a U.S. publication - which has paid $11 million (GBP5.5 million) for the pictures.
Earlier this week (begs21Jul08) Pitt threatened legal action against any publication which prints photos of his family at the French house after an ad agency offered to sell snaps of the family playing in the grounds of their home.
Pitt's lawyer says, "The family are really fed up that these people are trespassing so we're going to try to get restraining orders and use the law to do whatever we have to to keep them off the property."
Harvey Weinstein Takes Name Off Emmy List
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has been forced to withdraw his name from contention for the 2008 Emmy Awards for his work on Project Runway - because the reality TV show listed too many producers.
The Weinstein Company boss took his name off the nominations list after the team behind the program was told they had gone over the Emmy limit of 15 producers.
Fellow producer Barbara Schneeweiss tells the New York Post's PageSix, "I called up Harvey and said, 'We have all these people who have worked so hard on the show who should be recognized'. He was great about it and said, 'I'll take one for the team'."
Weinstein's brother Bob is still included on the credits - but elder sibling Harvey isn't bothered about missing out, and says, "I've gotten plenty of other awards. It's the right thing to do."
Griffin's Assistant Quits?
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Comedian Kathy Griffin's assistant Jessica Zajicek has allegedly quit her job amid reports she could no longer put up with the star's demanding ways.
Zajicek appears alongside the funnywoman on her reality show My Life on the D-List.
But according to PerezHilton.com, the assistant has walked out on Griffin - and a source tells the celebrity blogger the split is "not pretty".
The insider adds, "Jessica had just had enough of Kathy. She put up with her for several years. She couldn't take it anymore."
Little House Star Attracts Revellers To Stage Version
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
A stage version of beloved U.S. TV series Little House On The Prairie has been extended - after becoming a surprise hit with theatregoers.
The theatre adaptation of the classic 1970s programme stars actress Melissa Gilbert, who plays the mother of the character she portrayed in the long-running series - which ran from 1974 to 1983 on America's NBC network.
The stage show was slated to run from 15 August until 5 October, but bosses at the Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis decided to extend the production for two weeks thanks to unexpected demand.
Harold + Kumar To Return
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
Comedy duo Harold + Kumar are returning for a third movie, after this year's sequel proved a box office hit.
Harold + Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay made nearly $40 million (GBP20 million) at the box office, off a budget of just $12 million (GBP6 million) - prompting film bosses to quickly commission a second sequel.
Actors Jon Cho and Kal Penn will reprise their roles as the marijuana-loving protagonists in the new movie.
Broadway Star Loses Lawsuit
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
A former star of Broadway musical Hairspray has lost his wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the show's producers.
Joel Vig, 54, sought $1.5 million (GBP750,000) alleging he was dropped from the show after hurting his knee when he fell onstage during a performance.
But a Manhattan judge ruled on Thursday that Vig - who played a number of roles and was understudy for the part of Edna Turnblad - failed to prove he lost his job because of the injury.
Sacked Brand Back At MTV
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
Comedian Russell Brand is returning to work for MTV, seven years after he was sacked over a sick 9/11 prank.
The lanky funnyman was given the boot as a video jockey (Vj) in London after arriving for work dressed as terrorist Osama Bin Laden the day after the September 11 terror attacks.
He has since forged a successful career in stand-up comedy - and has now been asked to present this year's MTV Video Music Awards in Hollywood.
Brand, who recently played a rock musician in movie Forgetting Sarah Marshall, says, "I didn't mention (the Bin Laden incident) to them when they offered me this gig, which leads me to believe that they haven't investigated my career history too closely."
And the notorious womaniser has promised more controversy, adding: "I'm planning to have lesbian kisses with Britney (Spears) and Madonna individually.
"It's not going to be easy what with my genitals, but God, I will try."
Berkley Develops Teen Self-help Show
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
Showgirls star Elizabeth Berkley is set to become a reality TV guru - she is launching her own show aimed at boosting teenage girls' self-esteem.
The actress has signed a deal with MTV to develop a programme which will follow her around the U.S. as she teaches young women about confidence in special workshops.
The star has been running the sessions at American schools for over two years and MTV bosses were keen to reach out to the underrepresented demographic.
Amy Bailey, MTV's vice president of News + Documentaries says, "We had been looking for a program that tackled the same issues, so it seemed like a perfect match."
The show - entitled Ask-Elizabeth - is expected to debut in the U.S. later this year.
Cops Called To Connery's Home In Neighbour Dispute
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
Sir Sean Connery's long-running feud with his New York neighbour has hit the headlines once more, after police were called to the property on Friday.
The veteran 007 star has been locked in a lengthy legal battle with Dr. Burton Sultan regarding repair work carried out on the upper east side property, which the latter claims was of substandard quality.
The latest argument stems from some pieces of scaffolding which have allegedly been left in Sultan's backyard by builders working on Connery's home, which is spread over the top two floors of the townhouse.
According to website TMZ.com, Sultan called the cops to make a complaint about the mess on Friday - but when officers arrived to answer the call, the neighbour was not at home.
The site claims Sultan intends to dial 911 again in an attempt to get Connery to remove the 20-odd pieces of scaffolding.
Ritchie: 'Marriage To Madonna Is Good'
25 July 2008 12:08 PM, PDT
Filmmaker Guy Ritchie has broken his silence over reports his marriage to Madonna is in trouble, insisting everything's fine.
The showbiz couple's union has been under intense media scrutiny in recent weeks, amid rumours they are on the verge of a divorce.
Pop superstar Madonna has also come under fire for her close friendship with baseball star Alex Rodriguez, with the sportsman's estranged wife alleging she had an "affair of the heart" with Rodriguez.
However, appearing at the San Diego International Comic-Con event in California on Thursday, director Ritchie appeared happy and content, reports People.com.
When asked by reporters whether things are going well in his marriage, he replied, "As far as I'm aware of."
Ritchie is currently busy promoting his upcoming action film RocknRolla, which was filmed in his hometown of London.
And he openly chatted about viewing the British capital through the eyes of Madonna, who moved from the U.S. to the U.K. when the pair wed in 2000.
He said, "I was born there and I've seen it change and I know a great deal about it, I'm invested. I live vicariously through my wife, so I was once a spy and now I've become a tourist, and it's much more fun to live in London as a tourist than it is as a spy.
"Someone told me the definition was a spy always looks for the bad stuff, and a tourist always looks for the good stuff. So that makes it easy, being married to an American."
Judge Reveals Oscars Ticket Tout Name
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Organisers of the Academy Awards have won the right to know the name of a ticket tout who tried to sell two exclusive invites to this year's ceremony for $5,000 (GBP2,500).
A Los Angeles judge ordered advertising website Craigslist.com to reveal the name of the seller - identified only as Daniel - so that Oscar bosses could take legal action.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will use the information to launch a case against several individuals and companies who have been caught selling the invites.
Oscar invitees are forbidden to sell their tickets because of the annual event's high-security restrictions. The rules state that anyone using another person's invite to gain access to the ceremony is a 'trespasser'.
The Academy's lawyer, David Quinto, says, "If you don't know who's inside the theatre, it's very difficult to provide security."
Lamas' Daughter Splits From Bachelor Fiance
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
The eldest daughter of U.S. soap actor Lorenzo Lamas has ditched her wedding plans after splitting from her reality star fiance Matt Grant.
British stockbroker Grant appeared on U.S. TV show The Bachelor: London Calling and chose budding actress Shayne Lamas to be his bride after a six-week dating game. The series ended in May with a televised proposal.
However, the couple has now put an end to their rocky and short-lived relationship.
In a joint statement to People.com, they say, "We tried hard to make it work but we realised that we were both heading in different directions.
"We truly care about each other and will remain close friends."
Robocop Returns
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Robocop is returning to the big screen - 15 years after the cyborg crimefighter handed over his badge and gun.
Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky - famous for movies Pi and Requiem for a Dream - has signed on to direct the fourth installment of the franchise, reports Daily Variety.
The movie, a 'noir' take on the story about a murdered cop who is brought back to life as a robot, is slated for a 2010 release.
Cyrus Pokes Fun At Gomez In Video Post
25 July 2008 9:01 AM, PDT
Singer/actress Miley Cyrus has taken aim at fellow Disney stars Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato in an online video.
The Hannah Montana star, 15, has posted new footage of herself and her best pal joking around as they mock an earlier video made by friends Gomez and Lovato, in which they talk about their love of make-up and cartoon characters Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
In her own take on the chat, Cyrus boasts about a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles T-shirt she's bought, saying: "I got a really cool shirt today. Like, really emo, like emo-mazing."
Cyrus' video has now been interspersed with Gomez and Lovato's footage and posted on video-sharing website YouTube.com to show a frame-by-frame comparison of the two.
The attack has sent online gossips into a spin, with many speculating that Cyrus' actions were prompted by reports her ex-boyfriend Nick Jonas is dating Gomez.
However, both Jonas and Gomez, who appears in The Jonas Brothers' new Burnin' Up video, have denied the claims.
DiCaprio To Enter The Twilight Zone?
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio is considering bringing The Twilight Zone back to cinemas, according to reports.
The star's production company, Appian Way, is said to be looking for material to create a big screen version of an episode from the classic TV series.
The programme was made into a self-titled movie in 1983 - but executives at DiCaprio's firm are reportedly planning to treat cinema-goers to an updated version of the cult sci-fi show.
The Twilight Zone TV series has been remade several times since its 1958 on-air debut, with the most recent outing being a low budget 2002 series by U.S. TV network Upn which featured narration by Oscar-winner Forest Whitaker.
Duchovny Ready For X-Files 3
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
David Duchovny is hoping the new X-Files movie is a major success - because he is desperate to make a third film in the series.
Although the TV show officially ended in 2002, the cast are back with The X-Files: I Want To Believe - the second film in the sci-fi franchise - which hit U.S. cinemas this month.
But Duchovny is already planning for a third film - as he would love to resurrect his character, FBI agent Fox Mulder, once again.
He says, "Chris Carter (creator) has said something about 2012 (for a third film). It depends very much on this film. I know we've made a great thriller/horror/creepy movie. Simply put, if it does the right kind of business, we'll be able to make more.
"We hope it becomes kind of a film franchise. Coming back was always something I wanted to do. I would love to follow Mulder as he got older and older."
Cleese Remembers 'Dreadful' Dead Mum
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
Monty Python star John Cleese launched a scathing attack on his late mother Muriel - insisting she was a "dreadful" parent.
The British actor spoke out about his strained relationship with his mum to reporters at a fundraiser for England's Bristol Zoo on Thursday.
Cleese shocked journalists and fans as he told how had struggled to get along with his mother - who died in 2002 aged 101 - and even said he worried she may never die.
He says, "I did have a dreadful mother. Isn't that a terrible thing to say? But it's true.
"She was classically self-centred. Always though of herself. And she lived to 101 - I thought I'd never get rid of her."
Mills Slammed By Her Own Publicist
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
Heather Mills has been dropped by her publicist Michele Elyzabeth - because the public relations manager "couldn't take any more" of her "outbursts".
Elyzabeth has launched a scathing attack on her former client, branding the ex-glamour model "impossible" to deal with and complaining about the treatment she received from Sir Paul McCartney's ex-wife.
She released a statement to the media announcing her decision to quit, and condemning her former employer.
It reads, "After working for Heather Mills for the past four years, I have decided to cease representing her. Since her divorce has become final, in my opinion, Heather has become an impossible person.
"I have been very patient in my dealings with Heather, however, I cannot take any more. I have given her substantial unpaid time and attention. I am owed money. I refuse to be subjected to her outbursts. On reflection and given the way I have been treated, I now have sympathy with much of what the British Press has reported about her."
Barton Denies Agency Axe
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
Former The O.C. star Mischa Barton has denied she was dropped by her agent because she hasn't landed any big roles since leaving the hit TV show.
The actress was rumoured to have been dropped by the Creative Artists Agency (CAA) - which represents stars including Drew Barrymore and Natalie Portman - after failing to land any high profile acting jobs.
She has now joined New York-based Paradigm Agency and a representative for the star insists she made the switch voluntarily.
The spokesperson tells New York Post gossip column PageSix, "Mischa left CAA - she was not dropped."
Attenborough Blames Violent Films For Youth Crime
25 July 2008 5:18 AM, PDT
British filmmaker Lord Richard Attenborough has called for an end to gratuitous violence on-screen - insisting graphic images in movies have led to a rise in youth crime.
The Gandhi director, who starred as a knife-wielding thug in 1947's Brighton Rock, spoke out about violent scenes in movies and TV shows in a speech at Sussex University, England earlier this week (begs21Jul08).
The veteran star accused the movie industry of creating a culture where film fans are no longer shocked by the use of guns and knives on the big screen.
And he believes this may be connected to the sharp rise in knife crime in the U.K. since the start of 2008 - including the fatal stabbings of Harry Potter star Robert Knox and the brother of British soap actress Brooke Kinsella.
Attenborough says, "Thirty years ago if (legendary late actor) Gary Cooper pulled out a gun the audience would give a sharp intake of breath.
"Now the act of violence is the norm and we in the entertainment industry are partly responsible in making the presence of weapons such as knives almost an acceptable commonplace."
He adds, "So now knife crime is not thought of as something that is horrific and to be abhorred. It is part of normal existence."
Attenborough's comments come just weeks after a host of celebrities including singer Lily Allen and rapper Busta Rhymes called for an end to the spiralling knife crime epidemic in the U.K.
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