Archive for October, 2009

Andrew Keegan Restraining Order Rejected

Actor Andrew Keegan has been vindicated after being accused of abuse. A judge refused to issue a restraining order over allegations by a former girlfriend. Keegan's attorney tells ET: "The judge ruled that Andrew’s actions were merely a response to aggressive behavior by a former girlfriend. He has maintained that he has tried to act as a gentleman through this tumultuous experience. Andrew regrets that this matter had to have a public airing, and is grateful that the court fully exonerated him of any wrong doing." Read More »

Jon Gosselin Blasts Babysitter’s Hacking Claims

Jon Gosselin is responding to a shocking new claim by the Gosselins former babysitter, who accuses Jon of hacking into his estranged wife Kate's private email, phone and banking accounts. In an exclusive interview with RadarOnline.com, Stephanie Santoro, who also claims she had an affair with Jon, says: "Jon told me that he pretty much hacked into everything of Kate's that he had access to. Her online banking, that he had a trace on every single one of her emails so anytime she would get an email he would get a copy of it!" Jon denies the accusations, saying, "People make up lies to capitalize," suggesting that Stephanie is being compensated for her story. "She got a brand new car." Read More »

Larry Birkhead Speaks Out on Anna Nicole Smith Case

Larry Birkhead -- father to the late Anna Nicole Smith's 3-year-old daughter Dannielynn -- reveals how he plans to testify in the criminal case against attorney Howard K. Stern, Dr. Khristine Eroshevich and Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, who are being charged on counts of conspiracy to furnish the late Smith with drugs. "What I could testify to is the timeline before she died and what was going on in people's heads. ... I guess the coming and going of different people around her," Birkhead told "Today" show host Matt Lauer. Birkhead said he attempted several times to talk to the former Playboy model and Stern about her drug use. "There's several times and attempts I made and conversations. The thing is and what's so odd about this situation is when you said something to Anna ... she referenced you back to the bottles with the doctor's names on it. So, you ... Read More »

Russell Crowe Involved in Car Accident

Action star Russell Crowe has reportedly had a fender-bender with a Pittsburgh fire truck. Crowe is in Pennsylvania shooting 'The Next Three Days' and was clipped by a fire truck while filming, according to an ABC news affiliate (WTAE) in Pittsburgh. The truck was reportedly pulling out of the Deutschtown Fire Station Wednesday afternoon when it hit the front end of a van that was parked in the street. Read More »

Padma Lakshmi Flaunts Baby Bump

"Top Chef"'s Padma Lakshmi proudly brought a plus one to the Made In Italy: A Celebration Of Italian Fashion & Style event. The chef, who is cooking and eating for two, announced she was pregnant earlier this month. Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio was on hand to promote the product from the comfort a pearly white couch. Read More »

Jessica Simpson and More Step Out for Charity

Jessica Simpson, "Ugly Betty"'s Mark Indelicato, "Real Housewives of New York"'s Kelly Bensimon and more stepped out for a good cause in New York on Tuesday. The celebs attended QVC Presents FFANY Shoes on Sale, a shoe sale that benefited breast cancer research and education. Jessica served as the PSA spokeperson for FFANY Shoes on Sale. Viewers at home can join the cause by purchasing the "Shoe of the Day" on weekdays throughout the month of October from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. EST. A special collection of shoes will also be available on QVC.com starting October 1, while supplies last. Read More »

Avril Lavigne Files for Divorce

ET has learned that singer Avril Lavigne has filed for divorce from rocker Deryck Whibley. Read on for details… In court documents obtained by ET, Avril cites irreconcilable differences as the reason behind the split with her estranged husband, a member of rock band Sum 41. She also requests to terminate the court's ability to award spousal support to Whibley. Read More »

Anna Nicole Smith’s Former Bodyguard Testifies: Howard K. Stern Shot Up Anna Nicole

ET was in the courtroom as Anna Nicole Smith's former bodyguard, Maurice "Big Mo" Brighthaupt -- who tried to revive the celebrity the day she died in 2007 -- testified on day two of the preliminary hearing in the criminal case against attorney Howard K. Stern, Dr. Khristine Eroshevich and Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, who are being charged on counts of conspiracy to furnish the late Smith with drugs. Brighthaupt testified that he saw Stern inject the former Playboy model many times and even encountered Stern in the bathroom, burning a spoon and drawing liquid from it. The former bodyguard said that Stern told him it was Valium and then drew it into a needle with which to inject Smith. Brighthaupt also testified that he saw Dr. Eroshevich inject Smith, but only one time. He continued on about Smith's drug use, recalling that he saw her take ecstasy and drink Cristal ... Read More »

Kate Gosselin Speaks Out: The Court Ruled Fairly

Kate Gosselin says she believes the court ruled fairly and sets the record straight about her family funds in a new statement to ET: "As difficult as this has been for me, I am pleased that the Court has ruled fairly on behalf of myself and my children," Kate says. "Now that this matter has been ruled on, I look forward to returning to private arbitration, as we have agreed to do, to resolve any remaining issues." Her attorney Mark Momjian touches on financial specifics, saying, "In response to an emergency application filed by Kate Gosselin on October 5, 2009, the Honorable Arthur R. Tilson of the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas entered an Order today directing Jon Gosselin to return $180,000 in marital funds, which he removed in violation of an arbitrator’s order. Mr. Gosselin must repay this sum by on or before October 26, 2009, and if he ... Read More »

Kobe Bryant on Lamar Odom and Khloe Kardashian

Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian and more stepped out in Los Angeles on Monday night for the opening of Philippe's restaurant. Kobe opened up about the newlyweds, as he celebrated the opening of the restaurant, the launch of his new watch, and the fact that he'll be on the cover of the men's edition of Italian Vogue. Watch our video for more! Read More »