Celebrity News

• 'The Bachelor''s Jake Pavelka Puts on His 'Dancing' Shoes March 10, 2010

  

  "The Bachelor"'s Jake Pavelka strikes a pose with his "Dancing with the Stars" partner Chelsie Hightower -- and ET is exclusively behind the scenes of his "Dancing" photo shoot for OK! magazine.

  "It is all in the hips," he tells ET when asked how his dance lessons are going. "I am sore. My knees hurt; my hips hurt. The shoes that they are putting me in … no guy should wear shoes like that. They have a heel on them and they make your feet hurt. Now, I am more sensitive to Vienna [Girardi] when she says her feet hurt. I get it."

  Jake and Chelsie will be performing the Viennese Waltz for their first dance, and the former "Bachelor," now engaged to Vienna, says he may be in for trouble because he is in shape!

  

  
• Unleashing the Child Within March 10, 2010
  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.

  

  
• Matt Damon Brings Authenticity to 'Green Zone' March 10, 2010

  

  Matt Damon has a reputation for truly dedicating himself to his roles, both mentally and physically. He packed on extra pounds for 'The Informant!,' lifted weights for 'Invictus,' and grew a now-shaved mustache for 'True Grit.' He took on his part as a soldier very seriously in 'Green Zone' and went straight to the troops for advice.

  Comparing his portrayal of U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Roy Miller in this film to playing Jason Bourne, he explained, '"The 'Bourne' character is very much a super hero and in this one I was playing a real guy and so…I felt a little more responsibility to get it right."

  Besides himself and co-star Nicoye Banks, Damon revealed, "Everyone else in uniform in the movie is a real soldier or Marine, so that really gives the movie that feeling of authenticity." He asked them for input to "get it right."

  

  
• Fourteen Celebs Try to Avoid Getting 'Fired' on 'Celebrity Apprentice' March 10, 2010

  

  A cast of fourteen diverse celebs try to trump "The Trump" on "Celebrity Apprentice." On Sunday, stars from television, sports, politics, and more enter the boardroom for the first time to be assigned their maiden challenges.

  Donald Trump announces it is men vs. women and throws the contests for a curveball. The guys have to select who will serve as the gal's project manager and vice versa. Watch the clips to see their strategic planning take effect right off the bat.

  Both teams are also faced with the task of agreeing on a name. Sharon Osourne said, "Mr. Trump clearly stated that the name was very important. It kind of sets the scene." Cyndi Lauper threw out some ideas with historical significance, prompting Summer Sanders to say, "I learned so much about Cyndi Lauper. She is a history buff."

  

  
• Robert De Niro to Call the Plays from Sidelines as Vince Lombardi March 10, 2010

  

  Robert De Niro will become a cheese-head for 'Lombardi,' ESPN announced Tuesday. The biopic will focus on the years Vince Lombardi led the Green Bay Packers from the bottom of the pack in the NFL to winning the league championships.

  "Having an icon portray an icon on film is amazing…The results could be magical for NFL fans," said Ron Semiao, senior vice president, ESPN Films - Motion Pictures.

  Lombardi coached the Packers from 1959-1967, helping them to secure the Super Bowl I and II titles. Following his 1970 death at age 57, he was posthumously inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971.

  

  
• Tops & Flops! The Best & Worst of the 2010 Awards Season! March 10, 2010
  The awards season has finally come to a close! From the Golden Globe Awards to the Grammys, SAG Awards, Academy Awards and more there have been a lot of head-turning fashions.

  Lady Gaga's Grammy duds! Joan Allen's SAG stumper! Cher's Golden Globes pick! Sandra Bullock's awesome Oscar gown! These ladies have been the talk of the town. Now it's time to rate their fashion hits and misses!

  

  
• Tara Reid: Finding the Dream Wedding Dress March 10, 2010

  

  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."

  

  
• 'The Biggest Loser: Couples' Scoreboard March 10, 2010

  

  How did your faves rank on the "The Biggest Loser" scale tonight?

  Here's "The Biggest Loser" weigh-in 411 up to March 9, 2010:

  ­	Strt. Wt.	wk 1	wk 2	wk 3	wk 4	wk 5	wk 6	wk 7	wk 8	wk 9	wk­ 10	wk­ 11	wk­ 12
  Lance Morgan	365	344	336	324	318	314	305	300	290	*	*	*	­­*
  Melissa Morgan	233	214	215	214	203	198	199	*	*	*	*	*	­­*
  Sherry Johnston	218	201	196	190	186	180	177	171	166	*	*	*	*
  Ashley Johnston	374	353	345	333	326	317	311	301	293	*	*	*	*
  Daris George	346	317	310	301	295	283	274	267	258	*	*	*	*
  Cheryl George	227	213	210	203	197	194	191	187	182	*	*	*	*
  O'Neal Hampton Jr.	389	*	*	*	338	333	325	316	311	*	*	*	*
  SunShine Hampton	275	*	*	*	250	245	239	232	225	*	*	*	*
  Miggy Cancel	240	227	219	212	211	206	199	195	*	*	*	*	*
  Migdalia Sebren	265	249	245	237	233	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Cherita Andrews	277	*	*	*	253	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Vicky Andrews	358	*	*	*	319	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Patti Anderson	243	220	216	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Stephanie Anderson	264	246	243	236	230	225	221	213	210	*	*	*	*
  James Crutchfield	485	462	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  John Crutchfield	484	461	451	437	427	421	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Darrell Hough	413	383	373	361	351	343	338	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Andrea Hough	298	284	279	272	267	262	255	250	243	*	*	*	*
  Sam Poueu	372	354	345	334	320	310	298	290	286	*	*	*	*
  Koli Palu	403	374	366	353	341	335	326	316	306	*	*	*	*
  Maria Ventrella	281	268	258	254	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
  Michael Ventrella	526	492	481	471	456	443	432	417	408	*	*	*	*

  ­ ­

  

  
• 'American Idol''s Top 16 Women Compete To Make it One More Week March 10, 2010

  

  As Randy Jackson would say, "Check this out." "American Idol" opened Tuesday night with Ellen DeGeneres sitting in Simon Cowell's lap whispering sweet nothings in his ear. Were they trying to put the kibosh on the rumors that they don't get along? It wasn't clear, but it was a fun way to add fuel to the fire.

  Then the talent portion of the night was launched with Katie Stevens performing a song by the first "American Idol" -- Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway." Randy Jackson wasn't blown away. He said, "I think Kelly Clarkson is one of the best contestants we have ever had. This paled in comparison. It was like karaoke." Ellen was kinder, saying, "You took our note and sang a young song. I think it was a great song choice. You have a great voice. I didn't feel the words. I didn't feel you breaking away." Kara DioGuardi commented, "You have a great radio voice. I can hear you. What is going on this year is we have people who really know themselves and people who don't. You don't really know who you are as an artist. You will get it, but the singing needed to be perfect tonight to stand out." Simon concurred with Kara, adding, "I think this is confusing to you. To be fair, you took the advice. I think your issue is you haven't worked out what kind of artist you want to be. The problem is the second half of the song didn't go as it should have. You sucked the energy out of it. I have to give you 10 out of 10 for trying."

  In a tribute to her father, who taught her how to sing, Siobhan Magnus performed "House of the Rising Sun" by The Animals. Randy complimented, "You know I am a fan. You come out every week and surprise us. I love what you do, because you take every risk. We give you advice. I don't think you listen to us. Keep doing it because it is hot." Ellen told her, "You are why I love music -- because it is supposed to move you. I was captivated. I love what you did with the song. You made it current." Kara pointed out, "I loved the a cappella vibe at the front. That was a brilliant choice. The thing about you is you are so unique and different. Week to week, I am surprised by you. You are doing great." Simon wasn't as big a fan. "If this was the first time I had seen you, I would have doubts," he said. "You didn't do anything different with the song. I was under-impressed. You did better last week. You didn't have a moment like last week."

  

  
• Michelle Obama Donates Inaugural Ball Gown March 10, 2010

  

  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."

  

  
• Rob Pattinson Talks 'Remember Me' Love Scenes March 9, 2010

  

  'Twilight''s Rob Pattinson is headed back to the big screen in a romantic new role -- and he tells ET all about filming love scenes!

  Pattinson stars in the new drama, 'Remember Me,' and he says of filming love scenes with "Lost"'s Emilie de Ravin, "It's always scary, I think much more scary for girls."

  But he says, "Emily's just like completely comfortable in herself so it makes you feel more comfortable with yourself."

  

  
• Former John Edwards Aide Sidesteps Jail Sentence March 9, 2010

  

  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.

  

  
• New Footage as Kate Gosselin Preps for 'DWTS' March 9, 2010

  

  With less than two weeks to go until Kate Gosselin makes her big "Dancing with the Stars" debut, she and her fellow competitors are going glam!

  Watch as the stars and their professional partners are transformed through "DWTS" trademark glitzy looks as they pose for the opening title sequences for the show.

  Kate says of her new dancing mission, "It's just a matter of getting my body to do what my brain is telling it to do."

  

  
• Attorney for Rozlyn Papa Says Clip is from Adult Film March 9, 2010

  

  An attorney for former "The Bachelor" contestant Rozlyn Papa say that a clip alleged to feature her is "absolutely, unequivocally not Rozlyn" and that it is actually from a 2004 adult film.

  Papa has denied that she appeared in what was claimed to be a sex tape, and now her attorney tells ET, "A cursory Internet search reveals that the clip appears to be from a 2004 [adult film]."

  

  
• David Letterman 'Extremely Grateful' for Authorities' Efforts in Extortion Case March 9, 2010

  

  David Letterman is speaking out following Tuesday's news that Robert Halderman has pleaded guilty of attempted grand larceny.

  "I would like to thank the District Attorney of Manhattan, Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., the former District Attorney, Robert M. Morgenthau, the Special Prosecutions Bureau in the D.A.'s Office, and the New York City Police Department," Letterman told ET. "When they became involved with this case, I had complete faith that a just and appropriate result was inevitable. On behalf of my family, I am extremely grateful for their tireless efforts."

  According to the Associated Press, Halderman will serve six months in jail and complete 1,000 hours of community service .

  

  
• All-Access Pass: Behind the Scenes at the Academy Awards! March 9, 2010
  Lights! Camera! Oscars!

  Get an eyeful of all the candid and behind-the-scenes photos from the 82nd Annual Academy Awards and the glittering Governors Ball. And get a glimpse of rarely seen backstage photos of Bradley Cooper, Julianne Moore, Barbra Streisand and more of the celebs who didn't make it onto the Oscar red carpet!

  Take a look!

  

  
• Alleged Letterman Blackmailer Apologizes, Pleads Guilty March 9, 2010
  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 certainly go to jail."

  

  
• Jessica Simpson Calls Billy Corgan a 'Very Dear Friend' March 9, 2010

  

  Rumored to be dating Billy Corgan, Jessica Simpson opens up about her relationship with the Smashing Pumpkins frontman, referring to him as a "very, very dear friend."

  "I can't find good enough words to speak about Billy," she tells Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS FM radio show. Corgan worked on a song with Simpson for her new VH1 show "The Price of Beauty."

  She says of her time in the studio with the rock star, "For him to give his time and talents and share them with me, it was a great experience and I hope we can do more music together."

  

  
• Oscar Night Moments You Haven't Seen! March 9, 2010
  ET has the latest...

  

  From Mo'Nique backstage with her Academy Award to Tina Fey answering Facebook questions on the red carpet, we have the Oscar night moments you haven't seen!

  Featuring everyone from Zac Efron and Matt Damon to Anna Kendrick, Steve Carell and the Gyllenhaals, Oscar.com captured all of the hottest stars both before and after the big show! Check out the video for more!

  And for your full Oscar coverage, check out ETonline's Academy Award minisite!

  

  
• Lindsay Lohan Sues E-Trade Over 'Milkaholic' Baby Ad March 9, 2010

  

  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?"