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Todd Bridges & Shannon Price React to Photos of Gary Coleman on Deathbed

Following news that Globe magazine has obtained images of Gary Coleman on his deathbed, Coleman's "Diff'rent Strokes" costar Todd Bridges and others are speaking out about these claims. Bridges reacted to the news on his Twitter page, writing: "To find out pics of Gary Coleman in his last days got out, I hope someone burns in hell for this one." Coleman's former agent Victor Perillo also commented on the photos, telling ET, "While Gary Coleman's family continues to privately grieve the passing of their son, they would like to thank all of his fans for their generous support. This kind gentle soul left the world with many beautiful memories to cherish. That is why I am personally appalled to hear the news that individuals are selling photos of Gary in the hospital. This is unconscionable and despicable. I would like to praise all the reputable news organizations that declined the ... Read More »

It’s Official! Demi Moore to Pen Memoir

Demi Moore is making her personal and professional life public in a new memoir. Harper Collins acquired the world rights to a book by the actress that will chronicle her life and career, ET confirms. The memoir will include stories of her relationship with her mother as well as her own experiences as a mother of three daughters. The book, not yet titled, is scheduled to be published sometime in 2012. Read More »

Hearing on Potential Charlie Sheen Plea Deal Delayed

A hearing about a possible plea deal for Charlie Sheen related to his domestic violence case in Aspen, CO has been delayed until July 12. ET confirms that lawyers met Monday regarding the matter, and the prosecution and defense did not reach an agreement regarding disposition or agreement. It was requested to "vacate" the current hearing and reschedule a hearing for a later date. The judge granted a 30-day continuance and a hearing is scheduled for that July 12 date. Earlier Monday, Yale Galanter, the attorney representing Brooke Mueller Sheen, confirmed a report to ET that Sheen made a plea deal that would include a 30-day jail sentence. Galanter tells the Associated Press that attorneys plan to meet Tuesday in Aspen to further discuss the case. Read More »

Gary Coleman’s ‘Wife’ Shannon Price Gives In-Depth Interview: Her decision to turn off life support; His Will, Last Words & What She Will Do with His Remains

Shannon Price, "wife" of actor Gary Coleman, sat down with Entertainment Tonight for an in-depth interview, answering the questions that have surrounded their relationship and his death. This news-making interview will air over several days beginning tonight, Monday, June 07, 2010. THE DECISION TO END LIFE SUPPORT Shannon Price tells ET she had a directive that was signed by Coleman giving her the authority to make medical decisions. ET correspondent Kevin Frazier asks, “Why did you take him off of life support so quickly?” Price answers, “Because the doctors advised me that he wasn’t going to make it. His heart was giving out it was going to stop regardless. It was the most difficult decision I’ve ever had to make in my entire life. Seeing Gary in that circumstance…. it was best for him to go and not suffer. He was already a vegetable." Read More »

Eric Dane Reveals His First Father’s Day Plans

Dr. McSteamy Eric Dane and wife Rebecca Gayheart chat with ET about their new baby at home and what they have planned for Dane's first Father's Day. ET caught up with the couple at the event Gayheart founded called the 9th Annual Butterfly Ball put on by the Chrysalis organization. "We are just loving every second of parenthood," the actress says of her daughter. "Father's Day, we're going away somewhere for a couple of days. ... It'll be my first Father's Day," Dane tells ET. Gayheart adds, "We're taking the baby on a little weekend trip with mom and dad." Read More »

Samantha Harris Hits Pavement for Good Cause

Philanthropic runners laced up and rocked out in San Diego on Sunday. ET's Samantha Harris boosted their energy as host of the 13th annual Rock 'n' Roll Marathon & Half Marathon to Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She took the cause close to heart, revealing, "My grandfather has been suffering from lymphoma for a long time…I am honored to be a part of it." Amongst the field of a whopping 30,000 entrants were some visitors from Sin City. "The Elvis impersonators are quite hilarious," Samantha laughed. "I love that they are running in this marathon. It's fantastic." Read More »

Rush Limbaugh and Bride Head Down the Aisle Over Weekend

Rush Limbaugh, 59, wed Kathryn Rogers, 33, on Saturday at the elite South Florida resort The Breakers, The Palm Beach Post reports. The matrimony attracted a long list of high profile guests, causing the need for a large security presence. "Law & Order" star and former presidential candidate Fred Thompson, former White House advisors Karl Rove and James Carville, political analyst Mary Matalin, former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, and fellow radio show host Sean Hannity smiled and shed tears as the couple exchanged vows. A total of 400 guests were also treated to a performance by Elton John. To protect the safety of Rush's prestigious guest list, an entourage of 50 private security guards and three uniformed Palm Beach Police officers were stationed in and around the event, sources at The Breakers told the newspaper. Read More »

Sarah Palin has a Derby Day

Sarah Palin had some fun in the sun at the Belmont Stakes in New York on Saturday. The former vice-Presidential nominee was rooting for a horse named First Dude, which is what she referred to husband Todd as during her tenure as governor of Alaska. After her horse crossed the finish line in third place, she Tweeted, "Sweet run by Drosselmeyer today at Belmont. The colt is a gorgeous, steady athlete. But doggone, First Dude didn't win. Bush's fault." A steed by the name of Drosselmeyer took the crown. Read More »

Nancy Reagan Visits the Gravesite of Late Husband President Ronald Reagan

Former First Lady Nancy Reagan sat at the gravestone of her late husband President Ronald Reagan this weekend. Saturday, June 5 marked the sixth anniversary of the passing of President Reagan. Mrs. Reagan visited his grave site at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. Read More »

Report: Police Focus on Possible Break in Stacy Peterson Disappearance

More than two years after the suspicious disappearance of Stacy Peterson, the Illinois State Police are continuing their investigation this weekend. The Chicago Sun-Times said authorities are digging in an area east of Peoria. Her husband Drew Peterson is a prime suspect in the case. Peoria County Coroner Johanna Ingersoll told the newspaper on Saturday morning, "There is a search underway for human remains, however no human remains have been located at this point." She did not confirm the specific locale of the search or if the happenings are related to the Peterson case. Stacy Peterson's family is also reportedly at the scene of the ongoing investigation. This newly sparked interest in the Peoria area took flight after a canine unit was used Friday in the region. Read More »