Robert Pattinson Tops EW’s ‘10 Breakout Stars Of 2008’

November 19, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Entertainment Weekly has named its “10 Breakout Stars of 2008” and the list includes an actor who wants to suck your blood, a singer looking for a boy from America, a tween star known to hang out with three brothers – and even a dog who lives the good life in the 90210.

Source: Paula Abdul Not Leaving ‘American Idol’

November 14, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Is Paula Abdul gearing up to abandon her judge’s chair on “American Idol”?

According to a report by OK! Magazine, Abdul is planning to “transition” out of her involvement with the FOX mega-hit to begin working on several new TV projects.

However, a source close to Abdul told Access Hollywood, “Paula is going nowhere. She is staying with ‘Idol.’”.

ROLL CALL: Joe Jonas: ‘I Never Cheated On A Girlfriend’

November 14, 2008

By Jesse Spero

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Plus, Kellie & Taylor rock out to Brit & Justin. Madonna and the Beckhams hit up Nobu. And, John Mayer talks about how he’ll propose.

Get your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans inside!

Police: Paula Abdul ‘Fan’ Likely Died From Overdose

November 13, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Paula Goodspeed, the former “American Idol” contestant who was found dead near Paula Abdul’s home earlier this week, may have died from an “overdose,” authorities have confirmed to Access Hollywood.

“It appears it’s an overdose,” LAPD Capt. James Miller told Access, adding that the coroner’s office is still conducting their investigation.

Woman Found Dead Near Paula Abdul’s Home Was Former ‘Idol’ Contestant

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

The woman who was found dead in a car parked near Paula Abdul’s Sherman Oaks, Calif., home last night has been identified as Paula Goodspeed, 30, a former contestant on “American Idol’s” Season 5.

Goodspeed was found shortly after 6 PM on Tuesday, after the Los Angeles Police Department received a tip from a neighboring agency, according to LAPD spokesperson Officer Karen Smith.

Paula Abdul ‘Shocked, Saddened’ By Woman’s Death

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Paula Abdul has released a statement, after a fan of the “American Idol” judge was found dead near Abdul’s home on Tuesday night.

“I am deeply shocked and saddened about what transpired yesterday,” Abdul said in a statement to Access Hollywood. “My heart and prayers go out to her family.”

The 30-year-old woman was found dead in her car, which was parked near Abdul’s home in Sherman Oaks, Calif., on Tuesday night.

‘Idol’ Gives Back Over $64 Million To Charities

November 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“American Idol” has allocated more than $64 million in grants to six U.S. and international charities from contributions to its “Idol Gives Back” fundraising event.

David Archuleta On Dating & His Debut Album

November 09, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

David Archuleta is thankful for his success – so much so that in the liner notes of his self-titled debut album, due this Tuesday, he said he thanked the entire state of Utah.

“I got carried away,” he told Access Hollywood’s Billy Bush in an interview for “The Billy Bush Show.” “There are a lot of people to thank.”

‘American Idol’ Announces Season 8 Debut Date

November 06, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“American Idol” has announced it will return for Season 8, starting January 13, 2009.

The popular reality singing competition will premiere with two two-hour shows on Januarry 13 and 14.