Archive for March 15, 2010

Jim Carrey’s Official Web Site Nabs Top Award

 Jim Carrey's groundbreaking official Web site (www.jimcarrey.com) has won first place at the 13th Annual SXSW (South by Southwest) Web Awards in the "Film/TV" category. The revolutionary site, launched last November, was selected among thousands of Web sites from around the globe linked to actors, television series and companies, films and the film industry. The sites were judged on Visual Design, Creativity and Content. JimCarrey.com, a collaborative effort by Carrey and interactive marketing agency 65 Media, reveals "eccentric, psychedelic corners of Jim Carrey's mind." Read More »

Erin Andrews on Stalker’s Sentence: I Would Like a Longer Sentence

An emotional Erin Andrews bravely spoke at a press conference Monday in Los Angeles following the sentencing of her stalker, and the ESPN reporter detailed how her life has been affected and how she is coping with the situation. Michael Barrett, 49, was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for secretly videotaping Andrews and posting nude videos of her on the Internet. He also pleaded guilty to interstate stalking back in December.  "I would have liked longer time," Andrews said, "but I know that the judge obviously did the best he could with the parameters that are set, but I'm glad that he'll be away from anyone he could harm for the next 30 months." Read More »

Erin Andrews’ Stalker Sentenced to Prison

A man who pleaded guilty to the interstate stalking of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews has been sentenced to prison. Michael Barrett, who recorded nude videos of Andrews through peepholes and then posted them on the Internet, was sentenced on Monday in Los Angeles to two-and-a-half years in federal prison.  Barrett, 49, was also ordered to pay Andrews $7,366 in restitution. "I'm being victimized every day...and I did nothing to deserve it," Andrews said during the hearing, also adding that the videos may likely always be available online. Read More »

Rep for Charlie Sheen Shares Court Details

After Charlie Sheen pleaded not guilty to three counts related to an alleged domestic violence incident, his representative shared details about Monday's hearing with the press. "Charlie looks forward to the trial to clear his name," Stan Rosenfield said. "It was very quick," Rosenfield said of the court hearing. "The judge came in, asked a few questions, there were a couple of dates entered into by the judge for pre-trial hearing and things of that nature. A date was agreed upon for the trial. The judge asked, 'How does he plead?' [and] he pleaded not guilty on all counts." Read More »

Charlie Sheen Pleads Not Guilty

Charlie Sheen pleaded not guilty on Monday to three counts related to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his wife Brooke. Sheen was arrested on Christmas Day and later charged with a felony menacing count and two misdemeanors (3rd degree assault and criminal mischief). The next court date has been set for July 21, and Sheen's rep Stan Rosenfield said, "Charlie is looking forward for this opportunity to clear his name." Read More »

New Video: Charlie Sheen Arrives at Court

In new video, Charlie Sheen arrives at a Colorado court for an arraignment hearing related to his Christmas Day arrest on domestic violence allegations. Sheen, dressed in a black suit and wearing sunglasses, appeared composed as he walked into the courthouse. In February, three counts were filed against the actor, a felony menacing count and two misdemeanors (3rd degree assault and criminal mischief), in relation to the alleged domestic violence dispute between Sheen and his wife Brooke that took place on Christmas. Read More »

Kate Winslet and Husband Sam Mendes Have Split

ET has the latest... Kate Winslet and her director husband Sam Mendes are calling it quits. The British law firm Shillings said in a statement that the pair, who've been married since 2003, split earlier this year and that the break-up was "entirely amicable and is by mutual agreement" and that "both parties are fully committed to the future joint parenting of their children." Winslet and Mendes have one son together. Mendes directed Winslet in 2008's 'Revolutionary Road,' which she won a Golden Globe for. Read More »

Barbara Walters: Rielle Hunter Finds GQ Photos ‘Repulsive’

John Edwards' former mistress and mother to his child, Rielle Hunter, posed for some racy photos for her spread with GQ magazine, but Barbara Walters says Hunter regrets that decision. Walters disclosed on "The View" that she had spoken on the phone with Hunter, who was less than pleased with the photos of herself in the publication. "She was in tears when she called and said that when she saw the pictures in GQ, she screamed for two hours," Walters said, describing the phone conversation. The photos include Hunter holding her child, lying on a bed wearing sweatpants and a tank top that exposes her stomach. Another photo has Hunter sitting on a bed with stuffed animals and wearing nothing but a mens dress shirt. Hunter told Walters that she agreed to take the sexy pics because she trusted Mark Seliger as a "brilliant photographer," and says she was going with ... Read More »

Corey Feldman Not Attending Corey Haim’s Funeral

ET has the latest... The late Corey Haim's funeral is set to take place in Toronto on Tuesday and now his longtime friend Corey Feldman tells ET he will not be attending the service. "In the days following my best friend Corey Haim's death, I have spent much time with his mother Judy, who has always been like a mother to me," Feldman says. "I would love nothing more than to be by her side at Corey's funeral, however due to their strong religious beliefs, and need for privacy, the family has decided to make Corey's funeral on Tuesday a small private affair. "Understanding the recent media attention and to be respectful of the family's wishes I have decided not to attend. Instead I will remain in Los Angeles quietly mourning and planning his memorial. As a sign of respect I am asking the media to honor Corey Haim by making the ... Read More »

John Edwards’ Former Mistress Rielle Hunter Reveals Relationship Details for First Time

For the first time in several years, the former mistress of John Edwards and mother to his child, Rielle Hunter, is offering up her side of the story, calling her love for the ex-senator "unconditional."  Edwards hid his affair with Hunter for years, evening denying that he was the father of her child. He since has come clean about their relationship and Hunter says she still has love for him. "I know he loves me. I have never had any doubt at all about that. We love each other very much. And that hasn't changed, and I believe that will be till death do us part," she shares with GQ magazine writer Lisa DePaulo. "The love doesn't go away. It's unconditional. It's unconditional on my part, but our connection is profound." In the interview, Hunter refers to Edwards as a man with a big heart and huge humanitarian. "He is very ... Read More »