April 3, 2008

K-Fed -- Hey, Big Spender!


"Extra" has obtained court documents showing just how much Kevin Federline spends -- and more interestingly, on what. The papers reveal the former backup dancer and wannabe rapper has an affinity for liquor stores, golf clubs, swanky Sin City hotels, fast food joints and Toys 'R' Us.

The dad of four spent $649 at Toys 'R' Us, $351 at Party House Liquor in Tarzana, $43 at Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles, $477 at a Honey Baked Ham store, $415 at the Malibu Country Club, $1,200 at Burke Williams Spa, and thousands at various Las Vegas hotels.

As of 2007, K-Fed had $126,054 in assets. His total income -- from acting roles, music and other appearances -- brought him $533,074. Britney's lawyer, Stacy Phillips, is arguing that K-Fed "understated his income" and tried to write-off large tips as business expenses. The docs reveal K-Fed left a $600 tip on a $2,000 bill.

February 24, 2008

Brit Gets a Visit With Kids


Recovering mother of two, Britney Spears, donned a purple silk dress, and appeared to be in good spirits, as she had her first visit with her sons since she was hauled away on a gurney on Jan. 3.

Brit saw the tots this weekend after K-Fed's lawyers kindly agreed to give Brit some visitation. The 26-year-old mom spent three hours with Sean and Jayden at her Studio City home – in the company of a therapist.

Later that night, where a somewhat jumpy Britney and her dad, Jamie Spears, celebrated the reunion with a dinner at Mastro’s Steakhouse, reports People magazine. “Everyone seemed extremely protective of Britney,” said one restaurant observer as the clan was ushered to a private room, adding, “Britney looked stunning and everyone turned around to get a glimpse of her.”

She did, however, appear unnerved -- taking multiple cigarette and bathroom breaks during dinner. They left the restaurant at 9:30 p.m. and pushed through paparazzi with the aide of the Mastro’s staff.

Last night, X17 Online caught Brit and dad on a trip to a gas station, where Brit stayed uncharacteristically low in the backseat, tucked under a jacket.

February 20, 2008

Cops Called for New Britney Frenzy


Britney Spears visited a West Hollywood hair salon last night where a team of stylists updated her ‘do – but they weren’t alone! A pack of paparazzi followed the troubled pop star’s every move until cops put an end to the spectacle.

X17 Online captured the chaos as eager photogs swarmed the salon windows and snapped away despite tightly-drawn curtains.

The photogs got so out of control at one point that the West Hollywood police arrived to mellow the frenzy. Several cameramen were handcuffed and hauled away.

X17 also snapped another paparazzi visitor for Brit last night – her boy-toy Adnan Ghalib. He was reportedly making his way to Brit’s Beverly Hills home before being caught by his fellow paps and speeding off into the night.

February 19, 2008

No Change in Brit’s Visitation Rights



After a contentious day in court, no changes were made in visitation rights for Britney Spears. A judge ruled that she’ll continue to have phone contact only with sons Sean Preston, 2, and Jayden James, 1.

The fallen pop idol does have a new lawyer, however. She’ll be represented by Stacy Phillips, who once represented Bobby Brown in his divorce from Whitney Houston. But there’s a catch – the court ruled Britney can choose her own lawyer once her father Jamie’s conservatorship ends.

Also today, the L.A. family court commissioner rejected a request by Britney’s attorneys for a gag order, saying it wasn’t the court’s job to protect the troubled star from paparazzi.

The custody hearing was the first since Britney’s mental breakdowns. She hasn’t seen her kids since Jan. 3, when she reportedly locked herself in a bathroom with Jayden.


Inside Brit’s Custody Hearing


Attorneys for Britney Spears have returned to court in the first custody hearing since the troubled pop star’s latest breakdown.

Jamie Spears is present at the hearing today without the company of his daughter or her ex-hubby, Kevin Federline.

Britney hasn’t seen in her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, since the Jan. 3 standoff with police in which she reportedly held Jayden hostage.

She is currently barred from seeing her boys and is only allowed telephonic contact.

Kevin Federline is currently seeking full custody, but reports say Britney could be granted some sort of limited physical access.

Today’s hearing could also see a change in Brit’s legal team. L.A attorney Sorrell Trope has asked – twice – to be removed from her case.

Trope reportedly requested a gag order in the case, but the judge has denied the request.

If passed, the gag order would have barred anyone involved from speaking publicly about anything going on behind courtroom doors.


January 2, 2008

Is Jamie Lynn Leaning on K-Fed for Support?


Has pregnant Jamie Lynn Spears found an unlikely ally in Kevin Federline?

That's what OK! magazine is claiming, citing sources close to the Spears family.

K-Fed, still locked in a bitter custody war with Britney, has reportedly reached out to his former 16-year-old sister-in-law to "be part of the support system."

Federline is also reportedly "heartbroken" by the pregnancy news because of what it could mean for Jamie Lynn's future.

Jamie Lynn's hit show, "Zoey 101," wraps up its season Friday as one of Nickelodeon's top-rated shows. In the cliffhanger episode, Zoey must decide whether to stay in California or move to London with her parents.

December 11, 2007

Britney Appears Dazed as She Wanders Out of Car


Britney Spears managed to shock the paparazzi when she stumbled out of her car yesterday wearing a bright pink wig and a barely-there skirt.

The pop star, 26, chewed her fingernails and appeared confused as she stepped out of her white Mercedes in West Hollywood.

“I’m scared,” she told cameramen as light bulbs flashed. But an instant later and she was smiling and laughing, apparently trying to find her way to the Hustler store. She abandoned the mission when the camera crush grew too large.

December 10, 2007

J.R. Rotem: 'No Truth' to Brit Pregnancy Rumors



Despite repeated denials from those closest to her, rumors continue to swirl that Britney Spears is pregnant.

The rumored father?

Brit's one-time music producer and friend, J.R. Rotem.

Now "Extra" is setting the record straight once and for all, going straight to J.R. to clear up the rumors.

“There is no truth to it," J.R. told "Extra." "Me and her remain friends as we always have been. [We] have an amazing musical connection and I wish her the best.”

October 26, 2007

Brit's Mom Lynne to Write Tell-All Book?


Britney Spears’ mom, Lynne, is set to write a tell-all book, according to Publishers Marketplace.

Lynne has reportedly inked a deal with publisher Thomas Nelson, which also distributes Bibles and inspirational books. The tell-all will hit shelves next year.

Publishers Marketplace describes the book as "Lynne Spears' personal story of raising high-profile children while coming from a low-profile Louisiana community."

October 18, 2007

Did Playboy Reject Britney Spears?


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Did Hugh Hefner turn down Britney Spears for a Playboy photo spread?

"Extra" talked with Hef to set this wild rumor straight!

"All that stuff in the tabloids about my rejecting her, somebody else made up those stories," he insisted. "I have only heartfelt concern for her situation, and I hope her career gets back on track."

He added that he'd love to have Britney appear in the magazine as soon as she gets her personal life straightened out.

October 9, 2007

Judge Orders Britney to be Booked for Hit-and-Run Charges!



“Extra” has obtained the minute order from the Superior Court of California that was issued today in regard to Britney Spears’ alleged hit-and-run in August.

The offenses are listed as, “Count 01:…Hit and Run/Property Damage and Count 02: …Unlicensed Driver.”

The court order reads, “Defendant [Spears] is ordered to return proof of booking on the next court date,” which is set for October 25. That means that Britney must be fingerprinted and photographed before Oct. 25, when she is required to appear in court.

Britney did not appear for today's hearing. Her attorney said that she can go to any L.A. police station for her mug shot.

Click here to see the court papers.

October 2, 2007

You Tell Us: Did Britney Deserve to Lose the Kids?


Britney Spears has handed her two boys over to Kevin Federline following a judge’s order that she temporarily lose custody.

The troubled pop star reportedly gave Sean Preston, 2, and Jayden James, 1, to Kevin’s bodyguards yesterday before driving to the DMV to finally apply for a California driver’s license. She also reportedly went tanning just after dropping off the boys.

Today, there are new reports that Britney’s failure to apply for that license may be one reason she temporarily lost the kids.

“Extra” has learned that she could not provide a California driver’s license and had failed to take a court-ordered drug and alcohol test. However, her lawyer says there is no evidence Britney actually failed a drug and alcohol test.

October 1, 2007

Britney Does Have a Valid License


"Extra" has found that Britney Spears does have a valid license.

According to the Louisiana State Police, her license was issued in 2002. It is valid until 2009.

Another One of Britney's 'Songs' Hits the Web


What could be another one of Britney Spears' new songs has hit the web.

Listen to the song and sound off on what you think!

"I’m Miss American dream since I was seventeen. Don’t matter.
If I step off the scene or sink away to the Philippines.
They still gon' put pictures of my derriere in the magazine.
You want a piece of me? You want a piece of me?

I’m Miss bad media karma. Another day another drama.
Its just I can’t see the harm in working and being a mama.
And with a kid on my arm, I’m still an exception
And now you want a piece of me?"

September 26, 2007

Britney's Late Night Tanning Excursion


Britney’s late-night escapades continue, but this time it’s a little more innocent than her favorite Hollywood nightclubs.

“Extra” spotted the troubled pop star heading into a Malibu tanning salon late at night.

Britney, hand-in-hand with a new friend, popped into the salon for a little touch up as paparazzi snapped away.

But has Britney’s bizarre behavior burned her comeback chances?

Today Isaiah Washington’s public relations guru Howard Bragman is doling out some photo-op advice to Britney.

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