Archive for April, 2010

Nancy Kerrigan’s Brother Indicted on Manslaughter Charges

Just in today: Initially charged with assault, Nancy Kerrigan's brother Mark is facing upgraded charges of manslaughter and assault and battery charges after his and Nancy's father Daniel died following an alleged altercation. “We allege that the defendant’s violent reckless actions and complete disregard for his father’s safety and well-being endangered Daniel Kerrigan’s life and resulted in the substantial harm that led to his untimely death,” District Attorney Gerry Leone said. “This defendant should have known that the cruel acts that he committed against his elderly father, including grabbing him by the neck with enough force to cause a fracture, were highly likely to result in substantial harm and endanger his father’s life. ... As a result of the presentation of this and other evidence, a Grand Jury has returned two indictments against the defendant, and we will now proceed in proving these cases in court.” In the ... Read More »

Prince Charles’ Wife Camilla Breaks Leg

The wife of Prince Charles has reportedly broken her leg while hiking in Scotland. Royal officials tell the Associated Press that the injury occurred when Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, slipped when walking in the hills. She has been staying at Prince Charles' private home on the queen's Balmoral estate in Scotland. Clarence House tells the AP that doctors have told Camilla to not put any weight on her left leg after an X-ray taken on Thursday confirmed the break. Regardless, Camilla, 62, intends to keep all her scheduled engagements. Read More »

Levi Johnston Responds to Baby Tripp in the Bristol Palin PSA

Bristol Palin has a new Public Service Announcement for May's National Teen Pregnancy Month featuring her baby son, Tripp, in which the daughter of Sarah Palin talks about the hardships of being a single parent without financial opportunities. Now, Levi Johnston responds to the ad – and the use of his son to make a statement. "Every time I tried to put him on TV she'd flip out -- but it is nice to see him on there; he's happy and he's looking good," Levi tells our own Samantha Harris. "[Bristol is] sending out a good message." Levi says that he's been able to see a lot more of his infant son lately and that his relationship with Bristol has improved. Read More »

Meryl Streep & Aretha Franklin to ‘Shine On’ Broadway

For one night only, actress Brooke Shields, Meryl Streep and Aretha Franklin will join a slew of other celebrities for a Broadway production. Shields will host the Broadway show Shine On, with Franklin and Streep both performing. The production is a celebration to mark Good Housekeeping magazine's 125th anniversary and to salute influential American women of the past 125 years. The event is to take place on Monday, April 12 at the New York City Center. Ticket sales will go to help build the first permanent location in Washington, D.C. for the National Women’s History Museum. Click HERE for more details. Read More »

Jesse James Joins Sandra Bullock in Denying Sex Tape Rumors

After Sandra Bullock issued a statement yesterday denying sex tape rumors, her estranged husband Jesse James is now also issuing a denial. A rep for James told People.com, "The claims of sex tapes are untrue and completely fabricated." On Tuesday, Bullock told ET, "There is no sex tape. There never has been one and there never will be one." Read More »

Levi Johnston Reacts to Bristol Palin and Baby Tripp’s Controversial PSA

Thursday on ET, Levi Johnston reacts to the new anti-teen pregnancy Public Service Announcement featuring Bristol Palin and their son Tripp! "Every time I tried to put him on TV she'd flip out -- but it is nice to see him on there; he's happy and he's looking good," Levi tells our own Samantha Harris. "[Bristol is] sending out a good message." Watch ET Thursday as Levi talks about his relationship with Bristol and the latest on their custody battle! Read More »

Tiger Woods’ All-New Nike Commercial Hits the Air

Golf great Tiger Woods' all-new commercial for sponsor Nike has hit the airwaves. The ad, named "Earl and Tiger," debuted Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN and The Golf Channel. Nike released the following statement about Woods' ad and his return to golf, "We support Tiger and his family. As he returns to competitive golf, the ad addresses his time away from the game using the powerful words of his father." Read More »

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Expecting Baby No. 2!

A "Grey's Anatomy" star is happy to report baby news! People.com reports that Jessica Capshaw and her husband Christopher Gavigan are expecting baby No. 2 later this year. "They are thrilled," a rep for the actress tells People. Read More »

First Lady Michelle Obama Misses ‘The Little Nothings in Life’

After being thrust into the limelight with her husband President Barack Obama's inauguration, First Lady Michelle Obama chats about what she misses most from her private life and what it's like being a "mom-in-chief." “The little nothings in life that we don’t do anymore: Running an errand," she tells Good Housekeeping magazine about what she misses most from leaving behind a normal life. "Walking into your kid’s school without causing a fuss. Going out to dinner without a press pool.” She discloses to the publication that her daughters, Malia and Sasha Obama, aren't too thrilled with all the attention. “Our girls are pretty modest types, and they don’t like the attention, the hoopla. They will say things like, 'Ugh, Dad, do you have to drive around with the sirens in the car? Do you have to block up all the traffic?'” Read More »

Star Pics: Celebs Experiment with Winning ‘Formula’ for Grand Prix Race

Stunt doubles are put aside for the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race at the Grand Prix of Long Beach in California. Fearless stars such as Adrien Brody, Christian Slater, and Keanu Reeves put the pedal to the metal during a practice run on Tuesday. The checkered flag will be waved for the real race on April 16-17. Read More »