Archive for December 9, 2009

Billy Joel & Christie Brinkley Comment on Daughter Alexa’s ‘Dangerous Actions’

Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley have released a joint statement to ET about their daughter Alexa Ray's recent hospitalization. Joel and Brinkley's statement, which criticizes the New York Post, reads: "Every parent can imagine the pain and anguish we face as parents of a daughter who is working to recover from the dangerous actions she took while suffering a devastating heartbreak. As much as we hate dignifying tabloid stories with a response, we feel we must set the record straight to protect our family. The story that ran in the New York Post on December 8th, and has been subsequently spread across the internet, is filled with vicious lies and attempts to smear our character and that of our beloved daughter. We ask the public and legitimate media outlets to please ‘consider the source’ and to not further exacerbate our daughter’s situation by repeating and legitimizing these false reports." ... Read More »

Kate Gosselin Involved in a Talk Show Project?

On Wednesday night’s ABC special "Barbara Walters Presents: The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2009," Walters said Kate Gosselin is scheduled to do a new talk show next spring. On Tuesday, Gosselin was spotted out in Raleigh, NC with a camera crew in tow, and TLC told ET they are working with the TV mom on developing a new show. Read More »

Gary Busey Baby News!

Oscar nominee and former reality TV star Gary Busey is about to become a dad again at age 65. "Mr. Busey is thrilled and excited about the upcoming birth of his new son and thanks everyone for their well wishes and wonderful expressions of support,” the actor’s agent and long-time attorney Vicki Roberts tells ET. The expectant mother is Busey's girlfriend Steffanie Sampson, says People.com. Last night, the couple was spotted out on the red carpet for the L.A. premiere of 'Crazy Heart.' Read More »

Kendra Wilkinson in Labor!

ET has confirmed that former "The Girls Next Door" star Kendra Wilkinson is in labor with her first child. Kendra and her husband Hank Baskett were expecting their baby boy, who they plan to name Hank Baskett IV, on his due date of December 25. Playboy mogul and Kendra's ex-boyfriend Hugh Hefner tweeted, "Just received word that Kendra is in labor. Everyone here at the Mansion sends their love to her, Hank & the baby." Keep checking back here for the latest. Read More »

New Pics: Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz Race into Action

Check out sizzling pics of Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz riding double on a motorcycle Wednesday on the Spain set of their new action-comedy, 'Knight & Day.' The film, which finds the couple playing a fugitive couple on the run, hits theaters on July 2, 2010. Read More »

Photo: Oprah’s First Interview with President & Mrs. Obama

ET has your sneak peek at Oprah Winfrey's first interview with President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Looking festive, Oprah and the Obamas pose in front of a Christmas tree at the White House. "Christmas at the White House: An Oprah Primetime Special" airs December 13 at 10 p.m. on ABC. Read More »

Dame Elizabeth Taylor to Open Jewelry Store in Beverly Hills

A source tells ET that Dame Elizabeth Taylor is set to open a jewelry store, Luxury Jewels of Beverly Hills featuring House of Taylor. The source says that Dame Elizabeth will step out for the opening of her store, to be located on Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills, this Saturday. House of Taylor is Dame Elizabeth's jewelry line. Read More »

Congress to Subpoena White House Party Crashers

The Washington D.C. couple who allegedly crashed a White House state dinner last month will reportedly be subpoenaed to testify by Congress. The Associated Press reports that lawmakers on the House Homeland Security Committee voted to authorize subpoenas on Wednesday that would call on Tareq and Michaele Salahi to testify about how they gained access to a November 24 party at the White House. The couple, speaking through their attorney, said Tuesday that they would plead their Fifth Amendment right and not answer any questions. Read More »

Bridget Moynahan Comments on Tom Brady’s Second Son’s Birth

Bridget Moynahan, mother of Tom Brady's two-year-old son Jack, is now commenting on the football star’s new baby with his wife Gisele Bundchen. "I wish [Tom and Gisele] the best with their baby,” Bridget told People magazine in a statement Wednesday. “I'm sure my son will enjoy having a half sibling. I ask the press to respect our privacy while we are welcoming this new addition to our extended family." Bridget gave birth to Jack following her break-up with Tom, and after he had been dating Gisele for months. Read More »

Kim Kardashian Reacts to Tiger Woods’ Alleged Affairs

Kim Kardashian responds to the numerous reports that Tiger Woods was unfaithful to his wife Elin, and talks to ET about the stereotype that all athletes cheat. Kim is dating New Orleans Saints player Reggie Bush, while her sister Khloe is married to Los Angeles Lakers star Lamar Odom. When asked by ET what advice she would offer to Tiger and Elin, the reality star reacts, "I wouldn't have any advice for them because I've never been in their shoes. I've never been in a situation like hers and to feel betrayed and cheated on, whatever the story is. ...But who knows what's true and what's not true." She continues, "You never know who to believe or what to believe." Read More »