Archive for December 18, 2009

Exclusive: LeAnn Rimes’ Divorce Papers

ET has exclusively obtained LeAnn Rimes and Dean Sheremet's divorce papers. The papers, filed yesterday by Dean, cite irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. Dean is asking for spousal support from LeAnn and asks that LeAnn pay for attorney fees. Dean and LeAnn have been married since February 23, 2002 and according to the divorce papers, the couple's date of separation is to be determined. Read More »

Charles Gibson Says Goodbye to ABC ‘World News’

In his final broadcast as the anchor of ABC's "World News," Charles Gibson thanked his colleagues and viewers and passed the torch to Diane Sawyer, who takes over for him on Monday. Gibson, who has anchored the program since May 2006, said in his closing statement: “As has been mentioned a time or six over the past week -- this is my last broadcast in this chair. And it's hard to walk away from what I honestly think is the best job in the world -- but my parents taught me you should understay, not overstay, your welcome. And there is so much to do. In the years I have left, I don't want to miss any of it. Read More »

Ivana Trump Files for Divorce from Husband No. 4

Ivana Trump is reportedly splitting from her fourth husband. The Associated Press reports that Trump filed for divorce from Rossano Rubicondi on Friday. According to the AP, Trump -- who married Rubicondi in April 2008 -- said in a statement that the couple found it hard to make time to be with each other partly because Rubicondi mainly lives and works in Italy. Read More »

‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Choreographer Accused of Child Molestation

ET has obtained court papers stating that Melvin Shane Sparks, who's been a choreographer on the reality series "So You Think You Can Dance" and a judge on the MTV show "America's Best Dance Crew," has been charged with eight counts of child molestation. Sparks, 40, was arrested by the LAPD on Friday. His bail was set at $590,000. In the papers, Sparks is accused of committing the eight felony offenses against a minor between 1994 and 1997. Read More »

Gisele Bundchen Reveals Baby’s Name!

Gisele Bundchen has revealed the name of her infant with her football star husband Tom Brady. In a new posting on her Web site, the supermodel disclosed that their new son's name is Benjamin. The happy new mom wrote: "Hello! Read More »

Watch Maker Tag Heuer to Cut Back on Ads Featuring Tiger Woods

TAG Heuer, a Swiss watch company, announced Friday a plan to cut back on advertisements that use the image of Tiger Woods. "The partnership with Tiger Woods will continue," said Jean-Christophe Babin, president and CEO of TAG Heuer, "but we will downscale the use of his image in certain markets for a period of time, depending on his decision about returning to professional golf. We will continue to actively support the Tiger Woods Foundation."The company's statement also said its decision to "modify" Tiger's role was made in order to "respect his desire of privacy." Read More »

Rock Legend Carlos Santana Raises Thousands for Charity

"Oye como va!" Guitar hero Carlos Santana helped raise nearly $40,000 toward fighting hunger, and ET has the details. In November, Santana partnered with Three Square Food Bank, World Hunger Year (WHY) and AEG Live to help children in need by collecting food and monetary donations at his resident show, Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits, at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Plus, the “Smooth” artist’s Milagro Foundation made a donation toward the cause. The combined efforts raised close to $40,000, which will help provide 120,000 meals to Las Vegas families in need. Read More »

Bette Midler Plans Special New Year’s Eve Performance!

Bette Midler is celebrating the arrival of 2010 with a special New Year’s Eve performance of her Las Vegas extravaganza The Showgirl Must Go On. Limited packages for the Showgirl’s signature "Smug Mutha" experience, including a front row ticket to The Showgirl Must Go On, an autographed show program, a VIP escort into the theatre, two drink vouchers and the chance to meet and take a photo with The Divine Miss M. backstage after the show, are also available on Wed., Dec. 30 and Thurs., Dec. 31. The “Smug Mutha” experience costs $2,010 per person and is available at www.ticketmaster.com. Bette ends her two-year engagement at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Jan. 31, 2010. Read More »

Grinch Taken into Police Custody in Hollywood

Who-ville police "arrested" the Grinch on charges of stealing Christmas at Universal Studios Hollywood as the Los Angeles County Sheriff and dozens of elementary schoolchildren looked on. The stunt was a kick off to the 13 Days of Grinchmas at the theme park. Some features of Grinchmas include a Grinchmas Winter Wonderland with real snow, nightly tree lighting of the 60 foot Grinchmas tree, and celeb readings of Dr. Seuss' famous book, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas! Grinchmas will go on from December 19 until December 31 and is included in the price of park admission. For more information, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Read More »

Lawyer: Jon and Kate to Remain ‘Binded’ in Their Commitment to the Children

ET has obtained a statement from Jon Gosselin's attorney Mark Heller after the news that Jon and Kate Gosselin's divorce was finalized on Friday. Heller released the following statement to ET: "While the arbitration proceedings are still a work in progress, Jon and Kate will remain binded in their commitment to their eight wonderful children. Jon is confident that he and Kate will be able to move forward in a fashion that will be in the best interest of the Gosselin family." Kate's attorney Mark Momjian told ET earlier: "Our client will continue to reside with all eight of her children in the former marital home. This was Kate's primary focus from the very start of the case, and we are very pleased with the final outcome." Read More »