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Corey Haim’s Recent Drug Tests Revealed

With breaking news that Corey Haim was pronounced dead early this morning, a source on the set of his last film tells ET about his recent drug tests in relation to the project.  According to the source, Corey was completely drug-free during the production of his most recent movie, 'American Sunset.' We're told that he was tested for insurance purposes because of his public battles with addiction. Testing showed he had no illegal drugs in his system during the four week shoot last May, 2009. Additionally, the source says the Canadian-born actor was tested again this year. In January 2010 he was allegedly drug tested so he could keep his Visa to stay in the U.S. -- we're told those tests also came back negative. Read More »

Celebrities Remember Corey Haim

As news broke that Corey Haim had passed away, celebrities took to their Twitter handles to express their condolences. Check out the tweets below from celebs sending their sympathies to the late actor. A child star herself, Alyssa Milano wrote: "Just woke up to the sad, sad news that Corey Haim passed away. RIP sweet boy." Read More »

Corey Haim Update: Coroner Says No Illegal Drugs Found

ET has the latest on Corey Haim, who was pronounced dead early this morning. Ed Winter of the coroner's office offers new details to ET. Ed tells ET that Corey woke up somewhere between 11:30 and 1:45 p.m. Tuesday night complaining of flu-like symptoms. He got out of bed, feeling weak, and fell to his knees. His mother called paramedics. He was pronounced dead at the hospital at 2:15 a.m. Ed also says that no illegal drugs were found, but some prescription drugs have been identified. Chief Winter says the coroner has Corey's body and the investigation is ongoing. Read More »

Corey Haim Dead At 38

'80s teen heartthrob Corey Haim was pronounced dead this morning in Los Angeles. He was 38. The North Hollywood police department confirms to ET that the actor has passed away. Authorities say that early Wednesday morning, Corey was transported by ambulance to St. Joseph's hospital in Burbank, CA, where he was pronounced dead. The hospital then notified police. Read More »

Unleashing the Child Within

Celeb parents were not ashamed to let their inner child shine. Tina Fey, Kelly Rutherford, and Milania Trump had a play date at the 19th Annual Bunny Hop at FAO Schwarz on Tuesday in New York. The annual toy store bonanza is hosted by the Associates Committee of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Read More »

Tara Reid: Finding the Dream Wedding Dress

Newly engaged star Tara Reid is working down her wedding checklist, and she can happily check off "wedding dress"! An excited Tara tells ET, "I'm going to look like a princess. I just picked out the designer: It's Rani [Totman] from St. Pucchi, and she's like the most incredible wedding designer in the world, in my opinion." "There are no other dresses like hers; they're so beautiful and so elegant and fantasy and pure beauty," she continues. "When you put it on you feel like such a girl and you feel beautiful; very fairytale." Read More »

Michelle Obama Donates Inaugural Ball Gown

First Lady Michelle Obama has given away the glamorous gown she wore last year to a number of balls commemorating President Barack Obama's inauguration. Mrs. Obama donated her one-shouldered, white dress by Jason Wu to the Smithsonian Institute. The gown will be displayed at the National Museum of American History as part of an exhibit showcasing gowns worn by first ladies from Mamie Eisenhower to Mrs. Obama. "I am very honored and very humbled, but I have to say that I’m also a little embarrassed by all the fuss being made over my dress," the First Lady said while presenting her gown to the museum on Tuesday. "Like many of you, I’m not used to people wanting to put things I’ve worn on display." Read More »

Former John Edwards Aide Sidesteps Jail Sentence

A North Carolina judge considered sentencing Andrew Young and his wife Cheri to jail on Tuesday, but John Edwards' former aide avoided the slammer. Superior Court Judge Abraham Penn Jones expressed interest in jailing the Youngs for up to 75 days by holding them in contempt of court, says the Associated Press. Ultimately, Jones gave Young until Friday to fully explain how he’d handled certain materials -- including an alleged sex tape featuring Edwards -- sought by Edwards' ex-mistress Rielle Hunter. "My intent is for him to be truthful to the court and be thorough with the court," the judge said. Read More »

Alleged Letterman Blackmailer Apologizes, Pleads Guilty

ET has the latest... A TV producer who threatened to reveal indiscretions of talk show host David Letterman unless he was paid $2 million entered a plea on Tuesday. Robert Halderman pleaded guilty to attempted grand larceny, a felony, in New York City, and also apologized publicly to Letterman and his family. Halderman will serve six months in jail concurrent with five years of probation. He will also complete 1,000 hours of community service in the form of helping young adults newly out of prison as well as formerly homeless people with literary and vocational skills. Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr. said, in part, Tuesday, "Robert Joel Halderman’s guilty plea today to the attempted extortion of David Letterman sends a strong message: If you commit this type of crime in Manhattan, whether you threaten to extort a celebrity or any other citizen, you will be investigated, prosecuted and you will almost ... Read More »

Lindsay Lohan Sues E-Trade Over ‘Milkaholic’ Baby Ad

Lindsay Lohan is suing the financial company E-Trade, claiming the boyfriend-stealing, "milkaholic" baby in their Super Bowl commercials was modeled after her. The suit was filed in Nassau County Supreme Court in New York on Monday and the actress/socialite is asking for $100 million for her "pain and suffering." The commercial shows a talking baby boy trying to convince his baby girlfriend that he wasn't hanging out with a "milkaholic Lindsay" the night before. "Lindsay?" says the boy as a baby girl's head pops up and slurs "Milk-a-what?" Read More »