July 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“Gossip Girl” will get people talking. At least, that seems likely as the CW network brings to a boil its new campaign for the sexy prep-school soap.
The show’s second season begins Sept. 1, following an August promotion to put viewers, um, in the mood. And here’s a twist: The racy ads co-opt language from the very criticism of the show for being too, well, racy.
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July 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Fans of Disney’s “Hannah Montana” might want to think twice about screening their calls — because the ‘tween superstar could soon be on the other end of the ringing phone.
Disney has partnered with Wal-Mart to offer free customized wake-up calls and activity reminders from Hannah Montana, Access Hollywood has learned.
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July 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The hit “Hannah Montana” movie will be nearly inescapable on television this month in every dimension.
The 3-D version of the film, which had a limited-engagement theater run earlier this year, will begin showing on the Starz on Demand and Starz HD on Demand channels on Sunday, July 27, along with the other two versions.
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June 25, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Mary-Kate Olsen will get back to her primetime roots with a guest star appearance on ABC’s “Samantha Who?,” Access Hollywood has learned.
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June 25, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
High fashion rules on “Gossip Girl” – and now it’s about to become an even bigger part of star Taylor Momsen’s repertoire.
The 14-year-old Momsen, who plays Jenny Humphrey on the hit CW show, has signed a deal with IMG Models, the agency confirmed to Access Hollywood.
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June 25, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jamie Lynn Spears’ life has been played out in the pages of tabloids and gossip Web sites, but the new mother is hoping her baby will escape the spotlight.
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June 24, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, Amy Winehouse spotted smoking after release from hospital. A “Camp Rock” sequel is in the works. And a “Grease” actress dies.
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June 20, 2008
KENTWOOD, Louisiana --
Family and friends of new parents Jamie Lynn Spears and Casey Aldridge were cautiously optimistic when news broke that the 17-year-old had given birth to her daughter Maddie Briann.
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June 19, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Has the feud featured on the season finale of “The Hills” already fizzled?
Audrina Patridge, Lauren Conrad and Lo (aka Lauren Bosworth) were filming scenes from the upcoming season of “The Hills” at LA’s Kumo Restaurant, where Audrina seemed to squash the rumors of the reported feud.
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June 20, 2008
McCOMB, Miss. --
Jamie Lynn Spears has given birth to a baby girl, according to several reports.
The 17-year-old Jamie Lynn gave birth to daughter Maddie Briann at Mississippi Southwest Regional Medical Center in McComb, Mississippi, at around 9:30 AM local time, People reported.
More details inside…
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June 19, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, are Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Honsou Engaged? And Ali Lohan to star in “Troll” remake?
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June 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Miley Cyrus has been tapped to host 2008 Teen Choice Awards, it was announced on Tuesday.
“Teen Choice 2008” airs Monday, Aug. 4 on Fox.
This year’s nominees are led by the gang from “Gossip Girl,” which snagged 14 total nominations.
Who else might walk away with a coveted surfboard?
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June 17, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
Setting the record straight, Billy Ray Cyrus once again confirmed he was not around when his daughter, Miley, posed provocatively for Vanity Fair and famed photographer Annie Leibovitz.
During a new interview with Access Hollywood on Tuesday, Billy Ray said he was not on the set when his 15-year-old daughter wrapped herself in a blanket for the now infamous shots.
“I wasn’t there when they took the controversial photograph,” Billy Ray told Access. “I took my picture with Miley and then had to go catch a flight, so I wasn’t there.”
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June 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
A video surfaced on YouTube on Tuesday showing Shia LaBeouf in a slapping contest with a friend where the “Indiana Jones” actor hurls anti-gay slurs to encourage his friend to slap him.
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June 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Demi Lovato recalls with delight “my first — and my only! — fan mob scene.”
The 15-year-old had dropped by a friend’s autograph session at a Disney Studios event to say hi when suddenly a little girl shrieked her name. Within seconds, hundreds of kids clutching pens and autograph books had surrounded her.
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June 6, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
While catty might as well be a main character in “The Hills,” when it comes to Whitney Port possibly getting her own show, pal Lauren Conrad couldn’t be happier.
But what advice did LC offer to her “Hills” pal?
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June 5, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The folks behind “The Hills” are getting ready for another dose of reality.
MTV has a “Hills” spin-off in the works, which would follow celebutante-in-the-making Whitney Port, according to Us Weekly.
Details on the new show inside!
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June 4, 2008
by Eric Anderson
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Emma (who most will recognize as Jonah Hill’s crush, Jules, from “Superbad) has quite a busy summer ahead of her, starring opposite Rainn Wilson in “The Rocker” and alongside Anna Faris and friends in “House Bunny.”
Where did she get her big break and what’s her ultimate Hollywood dream?
Emma opens up to AccessHollywood.com!
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May 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It’s official – Donna Martin is back!
Tori Spelling will reprise her role as Donna on The CW’s new series, “90210,” the network confirmed on Tuesday.
What did Tori have to say about her return to the show and what new details were revealed about her character?
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May 27, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Plus, Britney Spears’ BBQ rained out. Justin and Jessica heat up Miami. And Shilo Pitt-Jolie turns two!
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May 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Ashlee Simpson is changing her name.
The newly married singer will now be known professionally as Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and privately, simply as Ashlee Wentz, according to People.
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May 27, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
A new report has emerged claiming Britney Spears could be in line for a $10 million paycheck for a one-time Las Vegas comeback show, followed by a series of concert dates.
All the details on the reported comeback and news of what Britney was up to over the weekend inside!
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May 30, 2008
By Jeremy Blacklow
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Oh how fast they grow up!
Jesse McCartney – just yesterday you were a bright eyed 17-year-old on the music scene penning WB TV show music for love struck teenage girls and caught drinking beers in LA nightclubs by tabloid Web sites!
But, child you are, no more!
With your third studio album effort – “Departure” – you’ve finally become a full-fledged music talent!
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May 23, 2008
Somewhere in the Caribbean --
Although they may have touched down in New York again last night, the first shots have come through of newlyweds Ashlee Simpson & Pete Wentz on their honeymoon in the Caribbean.
Check out the above shot of the couple frolicking in the ocean together!
More details, inside.
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May 23, 2008
CANNES, France --
Actress Lindsay Lohan and her seemingly attached-to-the-hip best friend, DJ Samantha Ronson, were seen being quite intimate with each other at a party on Diddy’s yacht in Cannes Thursday night.
The friends were certainly more physical with each other than they have been in the past. They were captured in stills and video holding hands and sharing pecks on the cheek (which is common in France, as a means of greeting).
The duo has always said that they are nothing more than close friends.
More photos, inside!
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May 13, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Miley Cyrus is back to just being Miley. With the photoshoot uproar behind her, the Disney star debuted a new single Tuesday morning.
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May 12, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Lindsay Lohan might be coming to ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” but don’t expect to see the actress on the big screen anytime soon.
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May 2, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Lindsay Lohan is not exactly toasting her latest public appearance.
A mugshot of the 21-year-old actress, who has been in and out of rehab after two arrests last year on drunken driving and cocaine charges, was prominently featured Friday in an advertisement attacking legislation for devices that measure a driver’s blood alcohol level before their vehicle can start.
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May 1, 2008
ORLANDO, Fla. --
Miley Cyrus won’t be attending her first scheduled public appearance since Vanity Fair published photos that have thrown her status as a role model for young girls into question, Disney said Thursday.
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May 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
A Miley by any other name just didn’t sound as sweet – so it’s officially adios to Destiny Hope.
The tween superstar officially changed her name to Miley Ray Cyrus on Thursday morning, Access Hollywood has confirmed.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge approved the name change petition, filed on behalf of Miley by her parents.
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April 30, 2008
by Eric Anderson
NEW YORK, New York --
The socialites of New York’s Upper East Side have officially been put on notice – there’s a new developing diva in town and you can just call her “Little J.”
So far on the new season of “Gossip Girl,” viewers have watched as young Jenny Humphrey (played by rising star Taylor Momsen) stepped out of the shadows and firmly into the forefront as a new fierce force to be reckoned with.
But how exactly did this 14-year-old Hollywood up-and-comer from St. Louis make it on to one of the hottest shows on TV?
Actually, it all started with chicken.
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April 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Miley Cyrus is blasting back after seeing photos of herself where the Disney star appears clothed in only a sheet for an upcoming issue of Vanity Fair.
But how does famed photographer Annie Leibovitz respond?
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April 23, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Mark Wahlberg’s funky bunch is growning and one Jonas Brother has a crush on a “Harry Potter” star.
Plus, Paris and Benji celebrate an anniversary with laser guns. The “Semi-Pro” bear attacks. And a real life Sarah Marshall fights back!
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April 22, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
Miley Cyrus, author.
The multi-hyphenate teen star has signed a book deal to tell the story of her young life, it was announced Tuesday. The memoir by Cyrus, who stars in the Disney Channel series “Hannah Montana,” is planned for release next spring.
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April 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
When you have superstar parents like Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, the acting bug is bound to bite you — and that’s just what happened to Connor Cruise.
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April 21, 2008
SYDNEY, Australia --
Daniel Radcliffe may play the world’s most powerful wizard on the big screen, but his love life in the real world is more Muggle than magical.
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April 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
For anyone who just can’t get enough of Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt on “The Hills,” the couple is reportedly in talks with MTV to become the new “Newlyweds.”
The on-again-off-again-on-again “reality” duo is trying to sell their journey to the altar to MTV for a new series, according to The New York Post.
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April 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Eve, Heidi Klum and Nicky Hilton were among the beautiful people who turned out for US Weekly magazine’s Hot Hollywood party.
The annual celebration of young Hollywood style, held Thursday at Eva Longoria’s new Beso restaurant in Hollywood, also drew famous faces from MTV’s “The Hills” and ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars.”
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April 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
“High School Musical” star Ashley Tisdale has graduated to a few new solo projects.
Tisdale, who plays the ever-so-proud-of-herself Sharpay Evans in the “HSM” franchise, is in talks to star in a remake of the 1989 movie “Teen Witch,” according to Variety.
But why is she talking to “American Idol” producers for another project?
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April 17, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Mary-Kate Olsen rocks the giant headband & Ashley Tisdale in talks to play a witch.
Plus, Britney back in the studio. Celebutantes and their rocker arm candy. And Hilary Duff dishes on Lindsay, Miley and Avril.
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April 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The Jonas Brothers are about to take the world by storm with their upcoming film, "Camp Rock."
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April 2, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah --
The "High School Musical" gang is returning to Utah this month for their senior year.
Unlike its predecessors, the third installment in the series will be filmed during the school year at East High School in Salt Lake City.
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April 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The new “90210” has its first occupant.
Young Dustin Milligan is the first star officially attached to the “Beverly Hills 90210” spin-off, reps for The CW have announced.
Where else have we seen Milligan before?
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April 1, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
"High School Musical," you have been put on notice! Nickelodeon has unveiled plans for a music-themed comedic telefilm set in a high school, titled, "Spectacular!" But will audiences embrace a Zac Efron-less high school musical?
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March 30, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Rihanna and Chris Brown both walked the orange carpet at the Kids' Choice Awards. Separately.
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March 30, 2008
LAS VEGAS, Nevada --
Fresh off the heels of the ratings-busting premiere of her reality show "The Hills," Audrina Patridge celebrated in Las Vegas with The Pussycat Dolls earlier this weekend, Access Hollywood has learned.
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March 27, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Is Britney about to get slimed? And the "Idol" and the "Gossip" guy are over with.
Plus, is Lindsay Lohan a good dinner date? Find out if Tyra Banks is leaving "Model." And why is Zac Efron pumping up?
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March 28, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jamie Lynn Spears and her boyfriend, Casey Aldridge, could be one step closer to tying the knot, Access Hollywood has learned.
A source close to the Spears family told Access, getting married "has been [Jamie Lynn's] goal."
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March 26, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Could Britney be headed to more sitcoms? And "The Hills" get a little bit older.
Plus, The Jonas Brothers cause a ruckus! Ryan Phillippe wants another marriage and more kids, but with who? And Mary-Kate Olsen rubs elbows with locals.
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March 20, 2008
By Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
With a breakout role embodying a character inspired by a Beatles song, Hollywood was bound to take notice of Jim Sturgess. Currently starring in the casino caper “21,” this actor’s star power is only getting brighter.
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March 4, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Avril Lavigne is pumped about heading out on tour, and she's more than happy to talk about it.
But when it comes to baby rumors… not so much.
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March 4, 2008
NEW YORK, New York --
Dina and Ali Lohan will debut their new reality show this summer, E! network announced on Tuesday.
The show, tentatively titled “Living Lohan,” will take viewers inside the Lohans' Long Island home to follow Dina as she works double duty as mom and manager for Ali’s blossoming singing/acting career.
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March 4, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Paris Hilton, always the trendsetter, is raising the bar for the latest must-have accessory-- your own personal guru!
The heiress and her "guru" were spotted on Los Angeles' trendy Melrose Avenue Saturday having dinner.
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February 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
While Jessica Alba may be living a charmed life as a successful Hollywood actress, things weren’t always so easy for the star, as she revealed in a new book called “If I’d Known Then.”
In the book, which is comprised of a collection of essays and letters from notable women in their 20s and 30s to their younger selves, Alba revealed she was branded a "slut" as a child by a school administrator.
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February 29, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The Mischa Barton "Gossip" you heard is true!
The former "OC" actress has been approached to join the cast of "Gossip Girl," Access Hollywood has confirmed.
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February 28, 2008
by Jesse Spero
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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February 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Jamie Lynn Spears may play a high school girl on her hit show "Zoey 101," but the younger sister of Britney is now officially done with high school.
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February 26, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Paris Hilton & Benji Madden appear to be the hot new young Hollywood celeb couple. Benji's split from fiancee Sophie Monk has not dampened his dating spirits, as he's been spotted all over the country with Paris Hilton.
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February 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Once again, Barbara Walters interviews Hollywood's hottest celebrities for her 27th Annual Oscar edition of "The Barbara Walters Special," airing Sunday on ABC.
This year, Barbara sits down with upcoming "Indiana Jones" star Harrison Ford, "Ugly Betty's" Vanessa Williams, teen mega-star Miley Cyrus, and 2008 Academy Award nominee Ellen Page.
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February 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
As film's biggest night approaches, Access Hollywood's own Shaun Robinson and Tony Potts are on the scene at the Kodak Theater bringing the details on the 80th Annual Academy Awards.
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February 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Lindsay Lohan has settled her civil case with a busboy over a 2005 car accident, according to court papers obtained by Access Hollywood.
In his lawsuit, Raymundo Ortega claimed Lohan was negligent when her car collided with his van after the actress left The Ivy. He also claimed the actress (who was underage at the time) had “consumed alcohol and became intoxicated” prior to the accident.
Ortega was seeking $200,000 in damages.
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February 21, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
In what could the first of its kind, reality stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag of "The Hills" are reportedly turning themselves into a video game.
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February 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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February 19, 2008
by Jesse Spero
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
The "Dancing" cast revealed! Cruz Beckham break dancing super star!
Plus, will the Spice Girls perform for Mandella? And Drew Barrymore's advice for young Hollywood's troubled stars.
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February 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
It was one year ago Saturday, that Britney Spears shocked everyone by shaving her head completely bald. This weekend, a tamer Britney showed some semblance of normalcy by casting aside those rumors of family rancor and having dinner with her dad, Jamie.
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February 15, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Mischa Barton was busted for DUI… Lindsay Lohan was arrested twice… Nicole Richie was sentenced to jail… Paris Hilton served 23 days in jail… Eva Mendes is in rehab… Kristen Dunst was in rehab with Eva — what do all these women have in common? They are young, rich, famous… and a mess – Access investigates this troubling celebrity epidemic.
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January 22, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Do not add Reese and Jake to the celebrity married couples list just yet.
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January 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES --
The former Backstreet Boy offers up his plan to help the troubled pop star. Plus, he speaks out on Jamie Lynn.
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January 18, 2008
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Pop singer Pink may have found the perfect adjectives to describe the madness that constantly surrounds Young Hollywood.
"I feel like something tragic is going to have to happen for people to wake up and see how vulturous and poisonous its all gotten," Pink told Access Hollywood during a recent interview.
But now, in the middle of Times Square, she now has a billboard that reads: "Buck Cruelty."
Banning horse-drawn carriage rides in New York City is what Pink, and Peta, are talking about.
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January 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Calif. --
Couldn’t get your kids tickets to Hannah Montana’s concert? Don’t
worry, the movie is better, Miley Cyrus tells Access Hollywood.
“I think the cool part is that it's better than front row seats
because I reach out and you feel like you can touch my hand, or you see
behind the scenes or you see the imperfect,” Cyrus told Access about
“Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert” movie.
“It is exclusive, it is really cool.”
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