Archive for August 21, 2009

Judge Makes Ruling on Michael Jackson Memorabilia Deal

A Los Angeles judge made a ruling Friday about a proposed memorabilia deal that the late King of Pop's mother, Katherine Jackson, had objected to. Read on to find out how the judge ruled… The Associated Press reports that Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff has approved a deal between Michael Jackson's estate and concert promoter AEG Live to move forward with an exhibit of the late star's memorabilia. Attorneys for Jackson's mother had opposed the deal, arguing that the estate should earn more than an even 50-50 split of profits from the deal, among other concerns. The approved deal will consist of a three-city exhibition that is expected to open around the time of the "This Is It" film release on Oct. 28, which will be a documentary of Jackson's rehearsal footage. The exhibit is expected to earn up to $6 million for the Jackson estate, according to the AP. ... Read More »

Michael Jackson’s Nephew Testifies: ‘I Just Want to Do Right By Him’

Taj Jackson, the nephew of the late King of Pop, testified Friday at an estate hearing and shared his insight on how Michael Jackson would have wanted to handle his memorabilia, says a new report. The Associated Press reports that Jackson’s nephew, 36, claimed that his uncle was a perfectionist who he claims would have wanted to display his artifacts in his own way. "At Neverland, he had a certain section for memorabilia and he had a plan for something grandiose," the younger Jackson said. Read More »

Milla Jovovich Getting Married!

'Resident Evil' firecracker Milla Jovovich is reportedly getting married this Saturday. Jovovich and her fiancé, director Paul W.S. Anderson, plan on tying the knot at their home in the Los Angeles area, says People.com. The actress recently told the site her wedding would be a small affair attended by family and close friends. She also said she’ll wear a gown of her own design that she described as a "1960s minidress." Read More »

D.A.: Murdered Model Jasmine Fiore Identified by Her Breast Implants

A spokeswoman for the district attorney's office is revealing new details in the Jasmine Fiore murder investigation. Fiore, the ex-wife of murder suspect and former "Megan Wants a Millionaire" reality star Ryan Alexander Jenkins, was identified by the serial number from her breast implants, the D.A. spokeswoman tells the Associated Press. Fiore's body was found over the weekend in a suitcase that was left in a trash dumpster. Her teeth and fingers had been removed. Read More »

Another Pharmacy Searched in Michael Jackson Death Investigation

ET can confirm that the DEA is serving a warrant at the Mickey Fine Pharmacy & Grill in Beverly Hills in connection to the Michael Jackson death investigation. The DEA tells us they arrived at the pharmacy at 11:50 a.m. and are looking for evidence of improper dispensing of controlled substances. Earlier this month, authorities raided a Las Vegas pharmacy seeking evidence that Jackson's former personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray or his employees "administered, prescribed, obtained, transferred, sold, distributed, and/or bought" the anesthetic Propofol, according to the search warrant. Read More »

Reward Offered for Capture of Murder Suspect Ryan Jenkins

Authorities have approved a reward for information leading to the arrest of "Megan Wants a Millionaire" contestant Ryan Jenkins, says a new report. The Associated Press reports that a $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to Jenkins' capture. Jenkins is accused of murdering his ex-wife, model Jasmine Fiore. Fiore's body was found over the weekend in a suitcase that was left in a trash dumpster. Her teeth and fingers had been removed. Read More »

LeAnn Rimes Responds to Cop Questioning in Alleged Hit and Run

LeAnn Rimes is responding to reports that she was questioned by the LAPD regarding an alleged hit and run Thursday night. Read on for details… A rep for the country singer/actress tells ET, "There was a routine police investigation into this incident, and a police report was filed. We are confident that this matter will be resolved shortly and LeAnn will be cleared." A short time after being spotted in public with rumored love interest Eddie Cibrian, the "Northern Lights" star was reportedly questioned by the police about an alleged hit and run that occurred at 7:45 p.m. in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Times. Read More »

Report: Leann Rimes Questioned by LAPD Regarding Alleged Hit and Run

Hours after being spotted on a golfing outing with rumored love interest Eddie Cibrian, Leann Rimes was reportedly questioned by the cops. The Los Angeles Times reported Friday that the country music star and actress was questioned by the Los Angeles Police Department on Thursday night regarding an alleged hit and run that occurred at 7:45 in the Brentwood neighborhood. The Times reports that the alleged hit and run is considered a misdemeanor. Read More »

Mark Lester Says Jackson Was ‘Anxious About Sex’

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy Former 'Oliver!' child star Mark Lester talked about his possible paternity of the daughter of Michael Jackson to the "Today" show this morning. He told Matt Lauer that he has "no idea" if he is Paris Jackson's biological father, but that it is a possibility. He says Jackson "wanted kids but was anxious about sex," adding the singer was "shy when it came to women." Additionally, he says "Michael confided in me that he found it very difficult to do the sexual act." Read More »

LeAnn Rimes & Eddie Cibrian Make Public Outing

LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian were spotted together at a very public outing. The rumored couple hit the golf course Thursday afternoon in Valencia, CA. The two were spotted enjoying a day together on the greens and driving around in a golf cart. Both stars were in blue Polo tops, with LeAnn in khaki shorts. She has recently stopped wearing her wedding ring. Rimes and Cibrian met while filming the Lifetime TV movie "Northern Lights," and since completion of the project tongues have been clicking about a romance between the two stars. Read More »