May 7, 2008

Rosie Responds


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Rosie O'Donnell is known for her fierce opinions -- but when it comes to former "View" boss Barbara Walters, Rosie harbors no bad feelings. "I love her," O'Donnell wrote on her recently upgraded website.

Barbara's surprising tell-all with Oprah this week might have inspired Rosie to respond to things Walters said about her. Walters told Winfrey she believed Rosie boosted ratings on "The View" -- with her vitriol! Barbara said, "the audience tuned in every day to see who [Rosie] was going to hate."

While the former co-hosts may butt heads on certain issues, they do bear a certain respect. Walters told Oprah that she would "always have the greatest affection for [Rosie.]"

May 5, 2008

Cyrus Back in Action


Although Miley Cyrus opted out of a red carpet party celebrating the Disney Channel Games in Florida, she rocked the concert stage on Saturday night. The teen sensation, who shook-up her squeaky clean image last week after a controversial photo shoot with Vanity Fair, now seems eager to put the whole thing behind her.

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"I hope you had an awesome time," Miley told her fans after her set. "I saw a sign back there that said, 'Miley, I'm praying for you.' I could not be more appreciative. Thank you guys for all your support."

Cyrus started the show with her hit single, "See You Again," before debuting songs from her new album, due July 22. The concert crowd chanted "Miley" between numbers.

"Hannah Montana" co-star Jason Earles praised Miley to the Orlando Sentinel, saying, "She's one of the strongest people I've ever met. She'll do everything to make sure she does right by her fans. It will be all right."

May 2, 2008

Dr. Adams' Medical License is 'Delinquent'


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"Extra" has learned that Dr. Jan Adams' California medical license has become "delinquent" on April 30th. A medical board information officer tells "Extra" that if physicians "do not renew their license within six months of the expiration date, they must stop practicing immediately." In addition, "if the license is not renewed within five years, it is cancelled by operation of law."

Adams performed cosmetic surgery on singer Kayne West's mother, Donda, days before she died.

May 1, 2008

Sheryl Lowe Speaks Out


The Lowe's second former nanny has filed a counter lawsuit against the Hollywood couple -- and Sheryl Lowe is fighting back against the shocking accusations of sexual harassment that Laura Boyce has made against her.

In a statement released to "Extra," Sheryl says, "As a mother of two young boys, it is sickening and disgusting... to falsely attack my husband is one thing, to attack me is another, but to do this to our son reveals not only their lack of character, but how far they are willing to go to play the 'lawsuit lotto.'"

The Lowe's attorney, Stanton "Larry" Stein, also released a statement, stating that although the cross-complaint filed by Boyce is "framed as a sexual harassment claim against both Sheryl and Rob Lowe, the cross-complaint alleges only words by Sheryl -- and never mentions any words or conduct by Rob whatsoever."

April 30, 2008

Miley: Media Target Resurfaces -- at Target!


In her first appearance since the Vanity Fair pictures controversy began, Disney starlet Miley Cyrus was spotted shopping at Target with her sister and a family friend in Nashville, Tennessee. Listen to the "Hannah Montana" star's answer when asked about her recent controversial photo shoot!

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April 29, 2008

Hollywood Backs Cyrus


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Disney sensation Miley Cyrus has Hollywood buzzing about her recent Vanity Fair pictures -- and the stars are weighing in on the controversial photo shoot! From Lauren Conrad to Sally Field, support is being given to the "Hannah Montana" star, who has dealt with a backlash since the Annie Leibovitz pictures were released.

"I found it a bit silly. I thought she looked beautiful in the pictures," says LC, "I didn't find it inappropriate -- it is a lot of pressure on her since she is a role model, but I think she's doing a good job." Even Spencer Pratt, Conrad's arch enemy, agreed with her on Miley's pictures. "I didn't think it was that bad," says Pratt. "Supposedly, she's wearing a top underneath. It's artistic."

"Brothers and Sisters" star Sally Field also felt for the pop star. "I love Miley Cyrus," says Field, "My granddaughters are completely and utterly over the moon. I watch 'Hannah Montana'... I think, 'Let it go for God's sake'... it's a beautiful picture."

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Rosie Weighs in on Miley


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Teen queen Miley Cyrus has at least one defender - actress/blogger Rosie O'Donnell has posted a video encouraging the support of Cyrus through this Vanity Fair photo shoot ordeal.

Rosie, who has experience working with photographer Annie Leibovitz, talks about the risqué photos and the woman behind the camera. "Annie Leibovitz -- I had two photo shoots with her," says O'Donnell, "You kind of do what she says. It's intimidating."

The former "View" hostess also chastised the public for the backlash heaped on the 15-year-old Disney sensation, putting responsibility for the pictures squarely on Leibovitz. "I also don't think it was a pornographic photo in any capacity... it was a sort of beautiful portrait," says O'Donnell. "It's Annie Leibovitz's people -- leave Miley Cyrus alone."

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Ashley Dupré Sues 'Girls Gone Wild'


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Ashley Alexandra Dupré, the Jersey hooker at the center of former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer's scandal, is making headlines again -- by suing "Girls Gone Wild" founder Joe Francis and his film company for $10 million!

The fallen call girl claims that Francis and "GGW" representatives offered her alcohol while on spring break in Florida 2003, and cajoled her into exposing herself topless to their cameras. Dupré, who was 17 at the time, was not of proper legal age to sign a release allowing her to be in the video.

Ashley claims that "Girls Gone Wild" has illegally exploited her in many facets in ad campaigns and websites. She has not appeared in public since her scandal with the Love Guv came to light.

Francis claims that he is "surprised and in face amazed" by the lawsuit, since he has not released the video of Ashley. "She's seeking $10 million for topless photos taken in front of a room full of people, including two newspapers and multiple crews we had in the room," says Francis, "these images were taken in public places and contain no sexual contact. We expect to triumph in this matter."

Frances adds that he has a filmed consent from Ashley. He's currently battling separate charges in Florida for allegedly filming underage girls in Panama City, who he claims lied about their age.

April 28, 2008

Miley on Provocative Pics: 'I'm So Embarrassed'


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In a statement released to People magazine, singer Miley Cyrus apologized for several playfully provocative photos that surfaced last week, as well as photos from a recent Vanity Fair shoot.

"My goal in my music and my acting is always to make people happy," Cryus tells People. "For Vanity Fair, I was so honored and thrilled to work with Annie [Leibovitz]. I took part in a photo shoot that was supposed to be 'artistic' and now, seeing the photographs and reading the story, I feel so embarrassed."

In the Vanity Fair pictures, Cyrus is allegedly wearing clothes, but she is posed in a way that makes her appear topless.

"The pictures of me on the Internet were silly, inappropriate shots," Miley says in the statement. "I appreciate all the support of my fans, and hope they understand that along the way I am going to make mistakes and I am not perfect. I never intended for any of this to happen and I am truly sorry if I have disappointed anyone."

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April 23, 2008

Star Jones and Al Reynolds: It's a Wrap


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The transformational Star Jones, former "View" hostess, is splitting from hubby Al Reynolds. They married in a lavish NYC ceremony 2004.

The TV legal commentator filed for divorce on March 26. In a statement released by Star, she said, "Several years ago I made an error in judgment by inviting the media into the most intimate area of my life. A month ago I filed for divorce. The dissolution of a marriage is a difficult time in anyone's life that requires privacy with one's thoughts. I have committed myself to handling this situation with dignity and grace and look forward to emerging from this period as a stronger and wiser woman."

Rumors that the two were on the rocks surfaced last November, but the pair vehemently denied the bust.

April 14, 2008

Michael Johns vs. Ryan Seacrest


"American Idol" fans are still reeling over what may have been one of the most jaw-dropping eliminations in "Idol" history - when Michael Johns got the boot.

Now "Extra" is sitting down with the Aussie rocker for a candid look at his heartbreaking goodbye -- and the controversial moment when Ryan gave him false hope.

Marilyn Sex Tape Surfaces


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A sex tape featuring legendary blonde bombshell Marilyn Monroe has surfaced -- but will be kept private. A New York businessman bought the 1950s tape at auction today for $1.5 million, and said the black-and-white footage won't be seen by the public out of his respect for Marilyn.

Did the FBI believe the man in the homemade movie was John F. Kennedy? It seems so. Feds snapped up the tape after J. Edgar Hoover unsuccessfully tried to prove Marilyn's sex film partner was President Kennedy, but a copy remained in private hands -- and will now be kept private.

Marilyn Monroe died of an overdose in 1962. President Kennedy was assassinated the following year.

April 8, 2008

Spitzers Take a Walk


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Is it forgive and forget for Silda Spitzer and her philandering husband? The two were snapped while strolling through Central Park on Saturday, in their first public appearance since his resignation speech following revelations of his pricey trysts with New Jersey hooker Ashley Dupre.

Silda, in jeans, walked closely next to her unfaithful hubby as they walked and talked, and grabbed a hotdog in front of the Met. A source confirmed to the New York Daily News that although "they weren't holding hands," the couple seemed to be working toward a rekindling of their romance, not even bothering to disguise themselves with hats or sunglasses.

April 4, 2008

Checkmate for Anne Hathaway's Man


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Uh oh. Anne Hathaway's boyfriend is in big trouble with the law, and the scandal has reduced her to tears.

Italian property developer Raffaelo Follieri was arrested yesterday and charged with trying to pass a bad check, reportedly for about $250,000. Reports say Anne broke down when cops went to her Manhattan home looking for Follieri.

Last year, Follieri, 29, was slapped with a lawsuit accusing him of spending millions in business funds to support a lavish lifestyle.

Anne, 25, has admitted she's no saint either. Last year, she told U.K.'s Sunday Times, "We've all done things we shouldn't, it's just I did stuff at college, when nobody knew about it." She also said Follieri helped turn her life around, explaining, "He's brought out so many positive attributes. Before I met him, I wasted so much time."

Be Warned: Naomi Out on Bail!


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That cell phone chucking, temper tantrum-throwing, havoc creatin' supermodel, Naomi Campbell, has been released on bail after allegedly assaulting a police officer in London. Naomi left the Heathrow Airport police station last night and must report to a police station in May.

On Thursday, the temperamental temptress allegedly spit on a police officer after she realized her bags went missing. Her rep says Naomi, on her way to a funeral, was given the boot by British Airways as a baggage dispute escalated.

The AP reports that since Heathrow's massive Terminal 5 opened last week, more than 28,000 bags have been separated from their owners.

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