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Michael Jackson’s Ex-Doctor Helps Ailing Passenger Mid-Flight

Dr. Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty to an involuntarily manslaughter charge in the death of Michael Jackson, reportedly came to the aid of a young woman who fainted during a commercial airline flight on Saturday. Murray helped stabilize a 23-year-old woman who passed out during a US Airways flight that departed from Houston, his spokeswoman tells Associated Press. Jackson's former doctor hooked the woman up to an IV line after detecting a weak pulse, then kept an eye on her until the jet landed in Albuquerque, his spokeswoman says. US Airways confirmed to the AP that a doctor aboard the flight helped stabilize a patient having a medical emergency. Read More »

Michael Douglas’ Son Transferred to Minimum Security Prison

Michael Douglas' son Cameron has been relocated to a minimum security prison camp after being sentenced to five years in prison on drug charges last month. Cameron, 31, has been transferred from the Metropolitan Correction Center in Manhattan to minimum security facility without fences in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, says People.com. At the Lewisburg prison, Cameron will stay in a dormitory style barracks lined with rows of bunk beds and will be expected to work, says the Web site, adding that inmates typically earn 12 to 46 cents an hour performing jobs including landscaping and plumbing. Read More »

Video: Jonas Bros., ‘Twilight’ Stars & More at the Young Hollywood Awards

Watch now: It's a bevy of beauties as 'Twilight' stars Ashley Greene and Nikki Reed, plus "Dancing" duo Chad Ochocinco and Cheryl Burke, join Joe, Nick and Kevin Jonas and many more at the Young Hollywood Awards! Honorees and presenters arrived in style -- getting a free ride in a range of technologically advanced luxury vehicles, provided by automotive sponsor Acura. The awards were presented by top celebrities to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of each emerging artist. A full list of the recipients are listed below. Justin Bieber, YH Newcomer of the Year Liam Hemsworth, YH Breakthrough Award The Vampire Diaries, YH Cast to Watch Jessica Stroup, YH Sparkling Performance Whitney Cummings, YH Comedian of the Year Ashley Greene, YH Style Icon Chad Ochocinco, YH Athlete of the Year Nina Dobrev, YH Making Their mark Nikki Reed, YH Superstar in the Making Nick Jonas, YH Artist of the Year ... Read More »

Watch: Half-Ton Mom Gets a Makeover

The Guinness Book of World Records' heaviest mom, Donna Simpson, is getting a big new look, and ET is there to show you the final result. Donna's makeover leaves her smiling: “Ahhh, diva,” she says while admiring her reflection. Then, dressed up in a new outfit, Donna and her boyfriend Philip head out for a romantic night out on the town. Watch the video to see them enjoy dinner and a party with friends. Read More »

Barbara Walters ‘Recovering as Expected’ From Heart Surgery

A rep for Barbara Walters tells ET that "The View" co-host is "recovering as expected" following heart valve replacement surgery. "Barbara Walters' surgery went well and the doctors are very pleased with the outcome," says the rep to the 80-year-old star. Walters went under the knife on Wednesday and is expected to be released within the next few days, multiple sources tell ET. Earlier in the week, Walters revealed on her show that one of her valves was getting "tighter and smaller" and that it needed to be replaced. Read More »

Stars Pay Respects to Lena Horne

Families, friends and a star-studded roster of guests gathered to pay their respects to the late Lena Horne today at the Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola in New York's Upper East Side. The legendary performer passed away on Sunday at age 92. At the funeral mass, Horne was remembered not only for her contributions to entertainment, but for paving the way for performers of color by battling racism in her industry. The Brooklyn-born Horne got her start in show biz performing at the Cotton Club in Harlem when she was just 16. She went on to become one of the first African-American singers to perform with a major white band, as well as the first African-American actress to sign a long-term studio contract in Hollywood. Read More »

Matt Lauer Denies Rumors of Marital Split and Cheating

Matt Lauer is slamming reports that he has split from his wife Annette, and he calls the rumors that he has cheated on her "ridiculous." "I am living in my apartment with Annette and my children as a family and a couple," the "Today" show host tells People.com. "I have never moved out. I am not moving out. There is no truth to that." The couple briefly split up in 2006 when Annette filed for divorce, but they soon reunited. Read More »

Watch: Kim Kardashian Throws Bachelorette Party for Celeb Friend

ET was exclusively with Kim Kardashian and singer Kelly Rowland as they threw an unforgettable bachelorette party for their friend, MTV's LaLa Vazquez, in Las Vegas last Friday night. Kim and Kelly treated LaLa, who's set to marry NBA superstar Carmelo Anthony on July 10, to a whole evening of lavish fun, and we were there every step of the way -- starting with the ladies' flight out to Sin City! "We're going to get [LaLa] in just a little bit of trouble," Kelly joked. "Just a little," Kim giggled. Read More »

Barbara Walters Has Undergone Surgery

ET has the latest... Barbara Walters underwent heart valve replacement surgery on Wednesday and is expected to be released within the next few days, multiple sources tell ET. Barbara’s rep tells ET, "No announcements are being made at this time." Read More »

Secrets of Princess Diana’s Wedding Gown

We all remember the majesty of Princess Diana's fantasy wedding gown, with the incredible train that ran 25 feet long. Now, ET has the secrets of the gown of the century from the woman who designed it along with her husband David, Elizabeth Emanuel! "She loved it, absolutely loved it," Elizabeth tells ET about Diana's reaction to her dream gown. Diana debuted her incredible gown at St. Paul's Cathedral in London when she married Prince Charles in 1981, in front of an international audience of millions. Read More »