Archive for September 26, 2009

Update: Conan O’Brien’s Health and ‘Tonight Show’ Return

ET has the latest on Conan O'Brien's condition after he hit his head Friday while taping a stunt for "The Tonight Show." An NBC spokesperson tells us: "Conan is resting comfortably at home. He is expected to return to work on Monday." In an exclusive interview with "The Insider"'s Lara Spencer, actress Teri Hatcher said Conan sustained a concussion. Read More »

Michael Jackson Candid About Madonna and Lisa Marie Presley

In Rabbi Shmuley Boteach's never-before-released recordings of Michael Jackson that aired on "Dateline" Friday night, the late King of Pop paints Madonna as jealous, says his ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley broke his heart, and claims his father delivered savage beatings with an ironing cord. Boteach sat down with NBC's Meredith Vieira in an exclusive interview prior to the release of his book: The Michael Jackson Tapes: A Tragic Icon Reveals His Soul in Intimate Conversation. The rabbi recorded these conversations -- with Jackson's permission -- between 1999 and 2001. "Dateline" says that in them, Jackson describes feeling dejected that his ex-wife Lisa Marie Presley reportedly didn't want to have children. Read More »

Teri Hatcher: Conan O’Brien Has a Concussion

Actress Teri Hatcher, who was a guest on Friday’s canceled episode of the "Tonight Show," speaks out in an exclusive interview with "The Insider"'s Lara Spencer about the stunt-gone-wrong that injured Conan O’Brien. Teri tells Lara she recently finished a triathalon, so she and Conan were taping a bit based on that for "The Tonight Show." “We did this bit and at the very end, when we ran in to cross the finish line, he slipped as he was crossing the finish line and hit his head,” Teri says. “And the thing was, I was in front of him so I didn't see it initially. Read More »

Khloe Kardashian’s Stepdad Spills Pre-Wedding Secrets

Khloe Kardashian's stepfather Bruce Jenner is dishing on her wedding, reportedly set to take place this Sunday! "Khloe keeps saying she does not want a traditional wedding," Jenner said on Friday, according to People.com. "She does not want the first dance thing. There is no maid of honor as of right now." The site says Jenner plans on walking his step-daughter down the aisle at a friend’s L.A. home around 4:30 on Sunday, when she's expected to marry NBA star Lamar Odom. Khloe is set to wear a Vera Wang dress, and sisters Kim and Kourtney will be in her bridal party, People adds. Around 250 guests will attend the ceremony. Read More »

Tawny Kitaen Arrested

ET can confirm that actress Tawny Kitaen -- pictured above in a mug shot from a prior arrest -- was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Newport Beach, Calif. on Saturday. Kitaen's bail was set at $2,500, and she's no longer in custody. Last year, she appeared on "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew." She's known for her role in the '80s comedy 'Bachelor Party' as well as for her appearances in Whitesnake music videos. Read More »

Conan O’Brien Injured During ‘Tonight Show’ Taping

ET can confirm that Conan O’Brien was injured while taping a stunt for “The Tonight Show” on Friday. A rep for NBC tells us Conan hit his head doing a stunt. Fortunately, the late-night host was able to laugh about the incident afterward. "Last thing I remember I was enjoying the play with Mrs. Lincoln, and the next thing I knew I was in bed being served cookies and juice," Conan joked. Read More »