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'Grey's' Wins Big at SAG Awards, Isaiah Doesn't Show

It was a who’s who of Hollywood’s hottest stars Sunday night at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, as ABC’s hot docs reigned supreme.

The cast of “Grey’s Anatomy,” led by Chandra Wilson, had everyone talking when she took the stage after winning Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series, and jokingly took a jab at the conspicuously absent Isaiah Washington.

“It’s about those 10 other cast members sitting over there and the other one in rehab,” she said, quickly correcting herself with, “I mean you all.”

Only “Extra” was with TV’s top docs as they stepped off the stage after winning a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.


Kiefer Sutherland’s Hot Discovery! Rocco DeLuca and The Burden


13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® Winners List


MOTION PICTURE AWARDS

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
Little Miss Sunshine

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
Forest Whitaker - The Last King of Scotland

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Helen Mirren - The Queen

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role
Eddie Murphy - Dreamgirls

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Jennifer Hudson - Dreamgirls

California Highway Patrol: 'Brandy Should be Charged'


The California Highway Patrol recommended on Monday that actress-singer Brandy be charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter.

In December, Brandy hit a car from behind which spurned a 5-car accident on L.A.’s busy 405 freeway, in which a mother of two was killed.

The CHP referred the matter to the city attorney's office for review, said spokesman Nick Velasquez.

"The office is currently reviewing the case and determining whether the evidence warrants the filing of a misdemeanor charge of vehicular manslaughter," Velasquez said.


Simpson Takes on New Role: John Mayer Groupie


Jessica Simpson and John Mayer, longtime friends who have been linked off and on since last summer, continued their Tour de Love in Florida over the weekend, where Mayer performed at the University of Miami.

According to multiple sources, Jess was perfectly content as she danced to Mayer’s entire set, which included a 20-minute encore.

“She was rocking out the whole time,” observed a fan. “She sang along to ‘Your Body is a Wonderland’ and his older hits.”

Simpson took in the show alongside stylist Ken Paves, Billy Joel and his wife, Kathie Lee Joel.


'Ugly Betty's' Ashley Jensen 'Seizes Moment,' Elopes


“Ugly Betty’s” Ashley Jensen “seized the moment,” as she put it, last week and eloped with her longtime boyfriend, actor and writer Terence Beesley.

The pair said “I do” in Northern California’s romantic, secluded town of Big Sur.

“It was in a forest,” Jensen dished to People of the intimate wedding. “It was about our marriage. We didn’t want to be worried about napkins, you know? It was about us.”

Jensen, who plays the seamstress Christine on Betty, also said that she and Beesley have "been together for over seven years" and theirs "was a beautiful, beautiful magical wedding. ... It was brilliant."

Lance Bass, Boyfriend Split 'For Good'


Lance Bass has confirmed that he and on again, off again boyfriend Reichen Lehmkuhl have officially ended their romantic relationship.

According to People magazine, Lance dished, “We broke up last week, but we’re really good friends. Nothing bad at all -- nothing bad to say at all.”

The news comes just weeks after Lance and Reichen briefly parted in early December, but soon after rekindled their romance.

Angelina's Mother, Bertrand, Passes Away in L.A.


The mother of Angelina Jolie, actress Marcheline Bertrand, passed away on Saturday after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Jolie, her older brother James Haven and beau Brad Pitt were with Bertrand at the time of her passing at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Bertrand, who had small roles in the movies “Lookin’ to Get Out” in 1982 and “The Man Who Loved Women” in 1983, raised Jolie and her brother after divorcing their father, Oscar winning actor Jon Voight, when Jolie was a toddler.

A private funeral is planned.

Go Inside Motorola’s Star Packed Late Night Lounge at Sundance!


Is JT Romancing Jessica Biel?


Does the newly single Justin Timberlake, whose ex Cameron Diaz is rumored to be dating surfer star Kelly Slater, also have a hot new flame?

Yes, according to Sundance scuttlebutt, after Justin and the beautiful Jessica Biel were both spotted at the annual film fest in Park City, Utah.

“Extra” scored the first shot of Jessica at the airport on the way to Sundance, where Mr. SexyBack just premiered his new movie, “Black Snake Moan.”

So are they dating?

Jessica’s rep gave “Extra” a no comment, revealing they will not comment on their client’s personal life.

George Clooney and Friends Unite for Operation Darfur


George Clooney and Brad Pitt are just a few of the stars who are uniting to stop the crisis in Darfur. Clooney and his father took “Extra” on a journey to the border of Chad and Darfur.

“My father and I thought we'd come over and take a look for ourselves,” Clooney said.

The horrors that the Clooney men found are ones that stars like Brad, Angelina Jolie, Maria Bello and “Hotel Rwanda” star Don Cheadle are all too familiar with.

“There is a systematic attempt to eradicate an entire population of people,” Cheadle explained.

Click on an image to view the George Clooney photo gallery!

Tell Us: Which 'King of Queens' Episode Is Your Favorite?


It was a celebration for blue collar TV royalty, as “King of Queens” became the toast of the town for its 200th episode!

The hit CBS series is the longest running sitcom on air. But this season, which makes nine seasons total, is also its last, which star Leah Remini still hasn’t fully accepted.

“When it finally does hit me, I’ll probably be very sad,” she said. “Like, ‘Oh my God, I don’t have a home anymore!’”

Remini’s TV husband, Kevin James, joked with “Extra” about how he’s changed over the years.

Are J Lo and Cruise Hooking Up on the Big Screen?


Jennifer Lopez is now a music icon in two languages.

Her new Spanish language album, "Como Amu Una Mujer," which originally began as a single song, was written originally by producers for Jennifer's hubby Marc Anthony more than two and a half years ago.

"Marc said, 'Why doesn't Jennifer sing that one,' and I was like, huh?" she recalled. "Like an hour later, I'm in the booth, singing a song, which was the first song recorded on the album."

Speaking of her loving marriage, Jennifer also dished to "Extra" that she drew on her past relationships, both good and bad, to give this album heart and soul.


Click on an image to view the Jennifer Lopez photo gallery!

How to Throw the Perfect Party!

“Extra” threw a surprise birthday party for Tanika Ray on the set, and it was a day to remember with signature cocktails, amazing food and so much more.

The party’s organizer, Lara Shriftman, shared all of her secrets with us, and now we’re telling you how to throw an amazing party for all of your friends.

Drinks
Create your own signature cocktails and give it a name. Kahlua was used to create Tanika’s Razberi Skinny White Russian. You should always try to make your signature cocktail prior to the party so you aren’t rushing at the last minute.

Is Kate Hudson Pregnant?


"Extra" spotted the beautiful Kate Hudson Down Under in Australia, except the normally petite blonde was sporting a baby bump!

But is Kate really pregnant? No!

It's all for Hudson's new movie opposite Matthew McConaughey, which is currently on location in Sydney.