Archive for August, 2009

Levi Johnston Escorts Kathy Griffin to ‘Teen Choice’ Awards

"D List" star Kathy Griffin stepped out with Bristol Palin's ex-fiance Levi Johnston Sunday evening. Levi -- the father to former Alaska governor Sarah Palin's grandchild -- escorted Kathy to the "Teen Choice 2009" awards, ET confirms. Kathy tells ET that she wanted to bring a teenager to the awards ceremony. Click HERE for more "Teen Choice" awards coverage. Read More »

‘Twilight’ Hunks & Celebs Sizzle at ‘Teen Choice 2009’ Awards

The "2009 Teen Choice" brought the stars to the Gibson Amphitheatre Sunday night, including Robert Pattinson and the rest of the 'Twilight' cast walking the green carpet, along with pop stars Britney Spears, Fergie and Miley Cyrus. ET has the pics! The Teen Choice awards airs Monday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. on Fox. Read More »

Tragic Mid-Air Collision Over the Hudson River

A small airplane crashed into a tour helicopter over the Hudson River on Saturday, and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says it appears the tragedy was "not survivable." The Associated Press reports that around noon, the two aircrafts collided and then plummeted into the water. There were three people aboard the plane, including one child, and five Italian tourists and a pilot aboard the helicopter. Two bodies have been found in the water by emergency personnel, Bloomberg said during a press conference. Read More »

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart’s Night Out

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart were spotted out together in L.A. on Thursday night, just days before they begin filming 'The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.' Rob and Kristen enjoyed a Bobby Long concert in Beverly Hills, watching from the privacy of a veiled area on stage, says People.com. After the show, a cab spirited them off into the night. 'Eclipse,' the third chapter in the 'Twilight' saga, is scheduled to begin production on August 17. Meanwhile, the saga's eagerly anticipated second film, 'New Moon,' rises in theaters on Nov. 20. Read More »

Derek Hough and Shannon Elizabeth Break Up!

"Dancing with the Stars" pro Derek Hough and his former "Dancing" partner and girlfriend, actress Shannon Elizabeth, have reportedly called it quits! The pair, who met on the sixth season of "DWTS" in 2008, have broken up after more than a year of dating, says People.com. Matching statements that were reportedly posted by Hough and Elizabeth appeared on Twitter Friday night. Hough's reported tweet reads: "Hi everyone, we wanted you all to know directly from us, that Shannon & I have decided to end our relationship as boyfriend & girlfriend..." while the 'American Pie' actress is said to have tweeted later, "however, we love & care about each other very much & will remain friends & in each other's lives." Read More »

ET Exclusive: Debbie Rowe’s First One on One Since Michael Jackson’s Death

Debbie Rowe, the mother of Michael Jackson's two oldest children, has a day out with an ET producer. Debbie met ET senior producer Bonnie Tiegel and two girlfriends for lunch at a Beverly Hills eatery. In the video, Debbie talks with Bonnie and her friends about the paparazzi that have been following her since Michael's death, and about her love of raising and breeding horses. Watch our video for more. Read More »

Jermaine Jackson Candid About Michael’s Children and Will

Michael Jackson's older brother Jermaine revealed the latest on the King of Pop's children and much more on Friday night's edition of "Larry King Live." Michael's children Prince, Paris and Blanket have been spending time at Hayvenhurst, the Jackson family home in the Los Angeles area. "They're in a wonderful setting now," Jermaine told Larry. "They feel so comfortable now." If anything were to happen to their grandmother and permanent guardian, 79-year-old Katherine Jackson, "The kids would be in good hands because there's so many of us," Jermaine said. He added that the children love film, "so there's a great possibility" they might one day get into show business. Read More »

Stars Throw a Dinner Party in New Ad!

ET's with Jessica Simpson, Usher, Mariah Carey, Donald Trump and Martha Stewart as they serve up a behind-the-scenes look at their new Macy’s commercial for a good cause! "After hours, Macy's employees as well as all of us carrying our [celebrity] brands come together and have a dinner," says Usher of the spirited ad, which also stars Queen Latifah, Tommy Hilfiger and Emeril Lagasse. It's the newest commerical from Macy's and "Feeding America" for the "Come Together" campaign to help end hunger. Read More »

Michael Jackson to be Buried in an Unmarked Grave?

Will Michael Jackson be buried in an unmarked grave? Has his brain been returned to his body? ET special correspondent Diane Dimond has the latest details… A portion of the pop icon's brain that was removed last month for additional drug testing has reportedly been reunited with his body, which currently resides at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Los Angeles. "ET first broke the news that Michael Jackson's body would be laid to rest at Forest Lawn cemetery in the Hollywood Hills; it will reportedly be an unmarked grave, because the Jackson family is worried about security and vandals who could desecrate the site," says Diane. Read More »

Autopsy: Cocaine Played Role in Billy Mays’ Death

An autopsy report indicates that cocaine was a contributing factor in TV pitchman Billy Mays' death, says the Associated Press. The Hillsborough County medical examiner's office has released findings claiming that Mays used cocaine just days before his death. The report says that Mays passed away of heart disease, but his alleged cocaine use played a role, says the AP. The charismatic TV personality died in June at age 50. Read More »