Archive for May 28, 2010

Heidi Montag Splits from Spencer Pratt

A rep for Heidi Montag says the reality star has separated from her husband Spencer Pratt. "Yes the split is real," Montag's spokeswoman tells CNN. "As you can imagine it is crazy right now. She's trying to lay low the next couple days. What I can say is that it's a separation for now, not divorce." Montag and Pratt tied the knot in California a little over a year ago. Read More »

Secrets Behind Vera Wang’s ‘Simple’ Style

Celebrity designer Vera Wang is best known for her gorgeous wedding and couture gowns, but it is her "Simply Vera, Vera Wang" collection that she's getting passionate about today! The "Simply Vera, Vera Wang" collection is available exclusively at Kohl's and is meant for the everyday woman. "I'm designing for women who really can't afford to spend an enormous amount of money but really want a certain level of chic and style and hipness," she says. Read More »

Gary Coleman’s Widow Grateful for Fans’ Condolences

Gary Coleman's widow, Shannon Price, relayed a statement through her brother at a press conference on Friday. Reading his sister's statement, Shawn Price said: "We are very grateful for all the wonderful support everyone has been extending to Gary's family. Thousands of emails have poured in to the hospital. This has been so comforting to the family to know how beloved he still is. … Thank you so much for all that you guys have done and for the support and prayers that you guys have given us." Shawn said information surrounding his brother-in-law's death and funeral arrangements will be released soon. Read More »

Gary Coleman’s ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ Co-Stars React

Charlotte Rae and Todd Bridges, who respectively played the late Gary Coleman's housekeeper and brother Willis on "Diff'rent Strokes," are opening up about their former co-star's untimely death. "I was with [Gary] the first year of 'Diff'rent Strokes' and he was the reason we were such a big hit," says Rae. "He was the centerpiece and we all surrounded him. He was absolutely enchanting, adorable, funny and filled with joy, which he spread around to millions of people all over the world." "It's unfortunate. It's a sad day," Bridges tells the Associated Press. "It's sad that I'm the last kid alive from the show." Read More »

Janet Jackson: Gary Coleman is ‘Finally at Peace’

Janet Jackson tweeted her reaction to former child star Gary Coleman's death on Friday. The pop superstar wrote, "I'm at a loss for words upon learning of Gary Coleman's passing. I want to remember him as the fun, playful, adorable and affectionate man he was. He has left a lasting legacy. I know he is finally at peace." Gary, who became famous after starring on the '80s sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes," passed away at age 42 on Friday after suffering an intracranial hemorrhage and being taken off life support. Read More »

Steve Wynn Opens New Beach Club at Encore Las Vegas

Steve Wynn is launching a new addition to his Encore Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas this Memorial Day weekend. Wynn says his newly opened Encore Beach Club presents "a terrific new opportunity for people who are staying at other hotels to come and be part of the scene here." The 60,000-square-foot venue features 40-foot palm trees surrounding three tiered pools. A more private Encore Beach Club experience can be had at one of the 26 cabanas outfitted with refrigerators and flat screen televisions. Read More »

Gary Coleman Dies

Gary Coleman, who made a lasting impression on television audiences as the child star of TV's "Diff'rent Strokes," has died after his life support was terminated, ET has learned. He was 42. The hospital where he was being treated tells ET: "Child actor Gary Coleman died at approximately 12:05 p.m. Mountain. Standard Time at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center. Family members and close friends were at his side when life support was terminated. Mr. Coleman suffered an intracranial hemorrhage at his home in Utah on the evening of May 26, 2010. As of mid morning on May 27, Mr. Coleman was conscious and lucid, but by early afternoon that same day, Mr. Coleman was slipping in and out of consciousness and his condition worsened. Family members express their appreciation and gratitude for the support and prayers that have been expressed for Gary and for them." Coleman was born on February 8, ... Read More »

Gary Coleman On Life Support

Former child star Gary Coleman is on life support at a Utah hospital, after losing consciousness mid-afternoon on Thursday. A hospital representative tells ET that Coleman suffered an intracranial hemorrhage on Wednesday night. After being immediately taken to a local hospital for treatment, he was transferred to another hospital for tests and treatment. By mid-morning on Thursday, Coleman was conscious and lucid, but by early afternoon, he began slipping in and out of consciousness and his condition worsened. Coleman has not been in any condition to undergo surgery, the hospital rep says. Read More »

Louis Gossett Jr. Thrilled with His New Book’s Success

Oscar-winner Louis Gossett Jr. says he's delighted by the fanfare surrounding his new autobiography, the aptly titled An Actor and a Gentleman. "The reaction to this book, not just sales but conversations at book-signings, is the best award I've ever received," says the 74-year-old star, who in 1983 won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for 'An Officer and a Gentleman.' "The people seem more interested in my work to eradicate differences between races than they are in Hollywood inside stuff. They care about the inside stuff each of us is made of," adds Gossett, who is also an Emmy and Golden Globe winner. Read More »

Cute Kid Pics: Your Favorite Celebs & Their Adorable Kids!!

Suri, Kingston, Jaden, Shiloh and Pax! Get an eyeful of the world's most famous tots while they are out and about with their famous parents. Also, ET has pics of some rarely photographed celeb offspring. So what do Kurt Cobain, Teri Hatcher, Helena Bonham Carter, Madonna and Sean "Diddy" Combs' little ones and grown-up kids look like? Keep clicking to find out! Read More »