'Idol' judges, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell in the audience
Paula Abdul dons red for the CMT Awards, April 14, 2008
A tearful Brooke White is eliminated from ‘American Idol’
The ‘American Idol’ Top 4
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'Idol' judges, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Simon Cowell in the audience
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Paula Abdul dons red for the CMT Awards, April 14, 2008
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A tearful Brooke White is eliminated from ‘American Idol’
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The ‘American Idol’ Top 4
May 02, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
All the chatter about Abdul’s slip-up during Tuesday’s “Idol” performance show doesn’t faze the FremantleMedia North America CEO and “Idol” executive producer.
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Apr 27, 2008
INDIO, Calif. --
Prince hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival with that announcement, heralding his arrival as the much-anticipated headliner of the summer festival.
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Apr 24, 2008
BURBANK, Calif. --
Words cannot describe the pop culture consumer satisfaction that has arisen in the depths of my music-fan soul with the release of R.E.M’s latest studio album, “Accelerate.”
It’s been a great spring for fresh music by established acts, and, like fellow Athens, Georgia alt rockers The B-52’s, the comeback of R.E.M. was even more refreshing because it came seemingly out of nowhere.
“Accelerate” hearkens back to an era of my teenage years when expressive political lyrics stirred hope and change in my heart (of course, the last time I felt this way, another Clinton was gunning for the presidency).
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Mar 31, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The tennis star pops the question to the swimsuit model and the kids choose their favorites at Nick's annual slime-fest.
Plus, Michelle Williams drops a new single, Paul McCartney hits the islands, and Nickelodeon announces plans for their own "High School Musical."
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Mar 31, 2008
CLEVELAND, OH --
Singer Sean Levert, son of lead O'Jays singer Eddie Levert and brother of the late R&B singer Gerald Levert, has died after a medical emergency in jail. He was 39.
Levert was sent to jail last week for failing to pay child support and died late Sunday night at Lutheran Hospital in Cleveland, said coroner Frank Miller.
Miller said an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.
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Mar 27, 2008
NEW YORK, NY --
Britney Spears got the thumbs up from former duet partner Madonna earlier today.
Plus, Madonna revealed the real reason Justin dropped his drawers for her recently.
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Mar 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It was shaping up as the best of both worlds for pop culture phenomenon Miley Cyrus, who came into Saturday night's 21st annual Kids Choice Awards with nominations for favorite singer and favorite actress.
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Mar 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It seems almost everybody wants a piece of Britney Spears, and at least six pieces are officially for sale.
Spears' wardrobe from her guest-starring stint on CBS' "How I Met Your Mother" will be sold at an online auction to benefit the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental organization.
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Mar 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
You may not be able to meet David or Victoria Beckham, but you might be able to eat chocolate versions of them.
Thorton’s, a British chocolate maker, has created some egg-tremely appealing special Easter eggs featuring the superstar couple and several other UK notables for charity.
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Mar 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" was resurrected for one night only.
The cast of the popular supernatural series, which ran from 1997 to 2003 on The WB and then UPN, were in good spirits Thursday while reuniting for a panel discussion at the William S. Paley Television Festival. That doesn't mean fans should expect the gang to get back together on screen.
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Mar 20, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
And then there were 10.
“American Idol” sent one more contender home on Wednesday night, but before they had a chance to announce the bottom three, Ryan Seacrest thrilled the audience by revealing this season’s celebrity mentors.
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Mar 17, 2008
MADRID, Spain --
A former drummer for the Swedish pop band ABBA was found dead with cuts to his neck in the garden of his house on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Police said Monday an autopsy showed it was an accident.
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Mar 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Beneath the shaggy hair and mild-mannered demeanor of "American Idol" contestant David Cook is a seasoned musician who's rocked his way through the gritty club scene in America's heartland.
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Mar 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Paris needs a new best friend & "Project Runway" winner milks his 15 minutes all the way to "Ugly Betty."
Plus, Which Kardashian is offering Britney a makeover? And Diddy offers rides to drunk celebs.
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Mar 12, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
After it was announced Britney Spears would have a guest spot on the CBS sitcom, "How I Met Your Mother," reports surfaced suggesting actress Alicia Silverstone pulled out of appearing on the same episode because of the pop star.
However, Access Hollywood has learned reports of Alicia cancelling due to Britney's appearance are false.
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Mar 12, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Britney Spears, who is known for changing her look quite regularly, is reinventing herself yet again-- but this time, she's animated.
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Mar 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Justin pokes fun at Britney and Lindsay's friends are worried about her.
Plus, Cameron's night of dancing, Benji's new Paris-themed bling, and is the next pop sensation the child of a music legend?
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Mar 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
As if five huge hit singles from her three-times platinum album "The Dutchess" weren't enough, Access Hollywood has learned that Fergie will soon release two-more singles, and that the album is indeed slated for a U.S. re-release, which will include at least four new tracks.
Plus, find out about the special performance she has in store for "Idol Gives Back."
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Mar 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Justin gets into the television producing game and John pens a new song possibly about an ex that won't go away.
Plus, Adrian Grenier joins the paparazzi, "Runway" Winner set to meet with Posh, and meet the "Idol" Top 12!
Access the Full StoryMar 07, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Britney Spears has been the recipient of numerous alarming letters and packages, a source close to the pop star says.
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Mar 06, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
No finalist has ever been portrayed as openly gay during the past six seasons of "American Idol." With more details about contestants' personal lives being exposed — both on the show and unofficially online — that could change, and soon.
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Mar 03, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The owner of a Santa Monica-based air charter service has been ordered to pay attorney Mark Geragos and an associate more than $11 million for ordering secret videotaping of Michael Jackson and the lawyers as they flew with the pop star to his surrender on molestation charges in 2003.
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Mar 03, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Tony Romo has swung back at rumors that he is engaged to Jessica Simpson.
"It's just rumors," the Dallas Cowboys quarterback told People on Monday. "That's what people say."
Plus, Tony on what he and Jess do for fun.
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Mar 03, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
In a perfect storm of pop music, Britney Spears and Heidi Montag appear on the same song, titled "Dramatic," and the song is already creating its own drama.
Did Britney authorize the collaboration? A rep for Heidi denies knowledge of the song.
Listen to the drama-filled duet inside!
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Mar 01, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Pop music critic and Los Angeles Times Staff Writer, Ann Powers, has penned an opinion piece suggesting Michael Jackson could use the foreclosure on his Neverland Ranch as a springboard to reconnect with the public.
Plus, she opines on Britney too.
Access the Full StoryFeb 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Hollywood's hottest celebs land in a new music video and Miley comes to the rescue of a lost puppy.
Plus, Simon is calling Ryan a dog, Ashlee almost engaged and Barack gives props to the Jonas Brothers.
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Feb 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Lynne Spears has been praising her ex-husband, Jamie, for the way he has been helping out their daughter, Britney, according to a new report.
Plus, new details on what has been happening with the pop star.
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Feb 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
With the Spice Girls reunion world tour now over, the fab five hit their Web site to say an official goodbye.
The girls have been posting messages bidding their fans adieu in the time leading up to the jaunt’s end, but it appears, this latest message is their final, final say on the matter.
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Feb 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Madonna fans get ready — the queen of pop is back with a new album this spring.
Warner Brothers will issue her newest record, which Madonna has dubbed, "Hard Candy," on April 29, according to Entertainment Weekly.
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Feb 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
After staying out late at a post-Oscars party, Madonna performed her civic duty on Monday, turning up for jury duty.
Find out what happened when she hit the courthouse.
Plus, new details on who will be inducting her into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!
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Feb 26, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
Justin Timberlake will induct Madonna into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The "Sexyback" singer has been working with the Material Mom on her upcoming album, expected to be released this year.
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Feb 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Paris and Benji take their mutual fondness of each other public, while J.Lo takes her twins home.
Plus, Madonna does jury duty in style-- two styles in fact! Jamie Lynn Spears gets her GED. And Christian Bale's "Terminator" gets a release date.
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Feb 23, 2008
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Every year the Oscars roll around and we look forward to seeing who will win and what the stars will wear. But occasionally — in good years anyway --we get a memorable speech out of the Awards themselves. Below is our list of the most memorable Oscar speeches (in chronological order).
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Feb 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Aaron Carter and Snoop Dogg have run-ins with the law, while J.Lo & Marc welcome twins.
Plus, Nicole Richie balances her party girl rep with motherhood and the full "Sex and the City" trailer has arrived!
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Feb 22, 2008
NEW YORK, N.Y. --
Jennifer Lopez gave birth to twins early Friday, making the singer and husband Marc Anthony the parents of a boy and a girl after one of pop music's most closely watched pregnancies.
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Feb 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Miley Cyrus is looking for new friends. And what "Idol" judge does Zac Efron like the most?
Plus, why are the Foo Fighters suing Marvel Studios? And have you ever thought your pooch looked like a pop star?
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Feb 20, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif --
“American Idol” kicked off its performance round on Tuesday night with a host of memorable tunes from several of the show’s top 12 men, and the return of colorful comments from the judges – Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and of course, Simon Cowell.
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Feb 20, 2008
LAS VEGAS, NV --
Tonight is the opening night for “Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On,” at the Colosseum at Casears Palace in Las Vegas and audiences will see Bette take on pop culture as she pokes fun at the foibles of Britney, Paris and Lindsay.
Find out what Bette had to say about her new show, young Hollywood and Amy Winehouse!
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Feb 19, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Pop singer Pink and motocross racer (& former "The Surreal Life" star) Carey Hart are ending their two-year marriage.
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Feb 20, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Two years ago, Daniel Powter’s “Bad Day” became the song that closed "Idol" each evening. Last year it was Chris Daughtry’s compelling tune, “Home.”
And this year, for Hollywood week anyway, “American Idol’s” theme belonged to another new artist — 25-year-old Ferras — and his anthem, “Hollywood’s Not America.”
Access the Full StoryFeb 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
On this Presidential holiday, it's only fitting that Hollywood's Heads Of State are up to their usual highjinks, Brit dined out with dad. Paris danced in a giant champagne glass. Klum offers Brit a new house to live in. Alicia nabs Jordin for her tour. And Spencer says Montag's album will be better than Madonna's.
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Feb 15, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It’s going to be a busy summer for former Beatle Ringo Starr.
The peace-sign-loving man is heading out on the road beginning in June with the latest incarnation of his All Starr band.
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Feb 15, 2008
LONDON, England --
Missed the latest Spice Girls tour? You just might be out of luck. According to a new report, the fab five may never reunite again. Maybe.
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Feb 15, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jessica Simpson could make a return to television, but don't expect her to ponder the mysteries of Chicken of the Sea or why buffalos don't have wings.
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Feb 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Score one for the elder statesmen of rock. Thanks to his appearance at the Super Bowl half time show, two weeks ago, Tom Petty is back in the singles charts with an old hit.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
In what could be a sign of life returning to normal (well, normal for tabloid-darling pop stars), Britney Spears was back to one of her favorite pastimes — shopping!
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Feb 14, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Madonna's directorial debut and Rihanna's birthday cupcake cuddle fest with Chris Brown!
Plus, Is Hollywood on the verge of another strike this summer? Why was the new "Star Trek" pushed back to 2009? What two cast member from "Weeds" are getting married? And we have "Idol's" To 24!
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Feb 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Tween stars unite! Miley comes to Jamie Lynn's defense. And what reality TV star is asking fans to help name her pet pig?
Plus, Britney was back leading a dance class for kids and then shopped with her mom. Is she on the verge of a comeback? And scripted television is set to return!
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Feb 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Fans lashed out at Heidi Montag's debut video for "Higher," which apparently took a major toll on the aspiring pop star.
Readers flooded the Internet with comments like, "Makes me feel uncontrollably ill," "beyond pathetic," and "the crappiest video I have ever seen" — but did Heidi have the last laugh?
But who is having the last laugh?
Access the Full StoryFeb 12, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Britney teaches the kids some signature dance moves, while Kathleen Turner's new autobiography has Nicolas Cage barking mad!
Plus, Who gave Paris Hilton the cold shoulder on Grammy night? Is Jamie Lynn Spears still with her baby's father? Reality TV gets another actress chronicling her life! And Babs announces her Oscar Night guest list.
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Feb 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
A toned and gorgeous Cher is heading back to the performing arena this May at the age of 61. Toned and beautiful, Cher shared her secrets to staying youthful with Access Hollywood's Billy Bush.
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Feb 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Avril Lavigne is joining the world of celebrity entrepreneurs.
The pop-rock singer confirmed rumors she's heading into the world of fragrances and designer duds, in an interview earlier today.
Plus, new details on her upcoming tour, including why the pop-rock star is having back-up dancers!
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Dane Cook Talks Charity On The Billy Bush Show, Part I
Billy Bush talks with Dane Cook about working together with the Lollipop Theater Network, an organization that brings recent films to children in hospitals.
Stars Of ‘Prince Caspian’ Talk To Access
Anna Popplewell, William Moseley & Georgie Henley talk about the processes of making the new “Chronicles of Narnia” film. Plus, Anna talks about sharing a kiss with new breakout star, Ben Barns.
All Access: Clay Aiken Talks New Album, Part II
While promoting the release of his fourth album “On My Way Here,” on the Billy Bush Radio Show, multi-platinum selling pop singer Clay Aiken talks with Billy about his experience with taking antidepressants.
All Access: 25th Annual ASCAP Pop Music Awards
Lionel Richie, Nicole Richie, Melanie Brown, Natasha Bedingfield, Elliott Yamin and Sara Bareilles were just a few of the celebrities to hit the red carpet at the 25th Annual ASCAP Pop Music Awards.
All Access: Miley Cyrus & Billy Ray Cyrus, Part II
Miley laughs at her protective dad — but the attention from aggressive paparazzi is troubling for Billy Ray. Over the last 2 years, the 15-year-old superstar's popularity has skyrocketed.
Preview: Bette Midler's 'The Showgirl Must Go On'
Check out this sneak peek of Bette Midler's latest stage act, "The Showgirl Must Go On." The show will make its debut at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas on February 20, 2008.
Smart & Live Earth Honor Environmental Advocates
Tara Reid talks about just getting back from Europe where the Smart car is very popular. Fisher Stevens says that he wants Smart to put out a hybrid car. And Jennifer Coolidge is ready to buy a Smart car on the spot at the event.
Comedians
A look at the men and women who tickle Hollywood's funny bone!
Meet Access Hollywood Rising Star: Ferras
Meet Access Hollywood Rising Star: Ferras
