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Mother Denies Brittany Murphy Did Drugs

Brittany Murphy's mother Sharon and husband Simon Monjack are speaking out about what they believe caused their loved one’s death. Sharon Murphy tells People.com that she and Monjack think the late actress' death stemmed from a congenital heart murmur. They tell the site that Brittany was diagnosed with the condition in her teens and had received sufficient medical care for it since. "We had it checked out every which way you could imagine," Monjack says. Read More »

ET Debunks Miley Cyrus Engagement Rumors

ET sets the record straight following Internet buzz about Miley Cyrus' relationship status. Any reports of Miley being engaged are false, the star’s rep tells ET. The rumors were fueled by pictures of the star sporting a diamond on her ring finger. Read More »

Sandra Bullock Donates a Million Dollars Toward Haitian Relief

Sandra Bullock says she's donated $1 million to a medical humanitarian organization that's been providing vital assistance to earthquake victims in Haiti. Bullock donated the generous sum to Doctors Without Borders’ emergency operations in Port-Au-Prince, says the Associated Press. "I wanted to ensure that my donation would be used immediately to meet the needs of the Haitian people affected by this catastrophic event," Bullock said. Read More »

Latest: Prosecutor Moves to Oppose Roman Polanski Sentencing from Afar

A prosecutor has reportedly filed legal papers documenting his opposition to Roman Polanski's request to be sentenced from afar related to a 32-year-old sex case. The Associated Press reports that Deputy District Attorney David Walgren said Friday that the film director, who is on house arrest in Switzerland, is a "convicted child rapist" and a fugitive who should not dictate how the case should proceed in the courts. The filing comes on the heels of Polanski's recent request to a Los Angeles judge to be sentenced in absentia without having to return to the United States. Read More »

Brittany Murphy’s Grieving Mother and Husband Speak Out

In an upcoming interview on CNN's "Larry King Live," Brittany Murphy's mother, Sharon Murphy, and husband Simon Monjack open up about their tragic loss. In the interview, King asked Monjack, "It has been a month since you lost her. How are you doing son? How are you holding up?" Monjack replied, "I don't think I am. I don’t think either of us are…." Sharon added, "No." Read More »

Cojo Gives Mary Hart Golden Globe Fashion Predictions!

As the countdown to this Sunday's Golden Globes continues, Steven "Cojo" Cojocaru tells our own Mary Hart what styles to expect to see on the red carpet! Cojo predicts that the predominant trend this year for dresses is "short and sassy." From glamorous cocktail frocks, to subdued color palates -- Cojo shares his insider knowledge about the trends that are certain to dominate the Golden Globes. Plus, watch the video to find out who Cojo thinks will make his Best and Worst Dressed list! Read More »

More Stars Join ET’s PSA Campaign for Haiti

From Rosie O'Donnell to Alfre Woodard to Gerard Butler -- stars are coming together with ET to raise funds for Haitian earthquake survivors. O'Donnell says in our new PSA, "Even one dollar will serve a great purpose." Taraji P. Henson tells viewers, "If you're alive and breathing and all of your loved ones are healthy and safe and you have a roof over your head, you should really dig deep into your heart and into your pockets." Read More »

Tiger Woods Plans to Help with Haiti Relief

Tiger Woods is reportedly planning to help earthquake victims in Haiti. The Associated Press reports that Woods plans to lend his help to the relief efforts. Tiger Woods Foundation president Greg McLaughlin tells the AP that Woods' staff is looking into what the best way to help victims would be, but acknowledges that helping the youth would be in line with Woods' prior efforts to help victims of Hurricane Katrina and the 2004 tsunami. Read More »

‘Bachelor’ Producer and Ex Wife Had Pre-Nup

ET has the latest... Ryan Callahan, the producer who was fired from "The Bachelor" after being accused of having an inappropriate relationship with now-booted contestant Rozlyn Papa, apparently had a prenuptial agreement with his ex wife. ET has the court papers. The papers, which were filed May 18 of last year, state that Callahan and his wife were married on April 16, 2006 and separated on March 3, 2009 and that they have a prenuptial agreement. "The parties have a prenuptial agreement in this marriage which directs the resolution of all property in this matter," the papers say. Read More »

Dennis Hopper Files for Divorce Amid Cancer Fight

Actor Dennis Hopper has filed for divorce from his wife of over 13 years while he is battling cancer. Dennis filed for divorce on Thursday in Los Angeles from his wife Victoria, citing irreconcilable differences. The date of separation was listed as January 12, 2010. Dennis requests that both parties pay attorneys fees, but asks that spousal support be awarded to his wife. He also asks for property rights to be determined. The couple, who married on April 12, 1996, have a six-year-old daughter named Galen. Dennis is asking that the couple share joint custody. Read More »