‘Ugly Betty’s’ Ana Ortiz & Husband Expecting Baby

January 08, 2009

NEW YORK, NY

She plays a mom on television and now “Ugly Betty’s” Ana Ortiz is set to take on the role in real life.

Ana, who plays Betty Suarez’s older sister, Hilda, is pregnant, according to People.

‘Ugly Betty’ Actress Files Lawsuit Against ‘Flipping Out’ Stars

December 13, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“Ugly Betty” star Ashley Jensen and her husband, Terrence Beesley, filed a lawsuit against Bravo’s “Flipping Out” stars Jeff Lewis and his associate Ryan Brown on Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, according to court papers acquired by Access Hollywood.

The lawsuit includes a complaint against alleged trespass and encroachment as well as assault, and asks for a temporary restraining order and permanent injunctions with regard to both complaints.

‘Ugly Betty’ Star Eric Mabius, Wife Welcome Second Child

December 08, 2008

NEW YORK, New York

“Ugly Betty” star Eric Mabius is a dad for a second time.

Mabius and wife Ivy Sherman welcomed son Rylan Jaxon Mabius on Sunday, a rep for the actor confirmed to Access Hollywood.

Rylan is the second child for the couple. They also have son Maxfield Elliot, who was born in June 2006.

Celebs Join Nationwide Protest Against Prop. 8

November 16, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

T.R. Knight, Ricki Lake and Broadway star Marissa Jaret Winokur were among the dozens of celebrities who joined the nationwide fight against California’s Proposition 8 at a rally in downtown LA on Saturday, according to an Access Hollywood staffer in attendance.

Read on to see who else joined the protests around the country.

Dish of Salt: Top Ten TV Quotes Of The Week (11/14/08)

November 14, 2008

By Laura Saltman

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

From a ‘Gossip Girl’s’ devestation at her mom’s choice for a new boyfriend, to a mothers ultimate insult on “Brothers and Sisters”… our Dish of Salt, Laura Saltman, counts down the Top Ten TV Quotes of the week.

What had Tina Fey’s Liz Lemon calling “30 Rock” guest star Jennifer Aniston promiscuous? The details inside.

ROLL CALL: Will Smith’s Son To Remake ‘Karate Kid’

November 11, 2008

By Jesse Spero

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Plus, John Mayer denies being a Debbie Downer. Vanessa Williams explains the Lindsay Lohan “Ugly Betty” issue. And, Kim Kardashian knows how to throw a bash!

Get your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans inside!

Dish Of Salt: Nikki Blonsky To Guest Star On ‘Ugly Betty’

November 04, 2008

By Laura Saltman

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“Hairspray” star Nikki Blonsky has landed her first primetime TV role.

The 19-year-old actress, who turns 20 this weekend, is set to film a guest-starring role for the eleventh episode of ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” sources close to the show confirm to Access Hollywood.

Details on who she’ll play inside!

Is Dina Lohan Headed To ‘Dancing With The Stars?’

October 29, 2008

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y.

Does Lindsay Lohan’s mom, Dina Lohan, have a future in the ballroom of ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars?” — she’s keeping mum on the matter but does want everyone to know she’s a big fan of the show.

The Dish Backstage At The Emmy Gift Lounge

September 21, 2008

By Laura “Dish of Salt” Saltman

HOLLYWOOD, Calif.

I’ve just arrived to the Emmys and let me tell you that red carpet is “H.O.T. hot” and I actually am talking about the temperature.

So, thanks to our friends at On3 Productions, Access Hollywood is exclusive backstage with Bertolli oven baked meals yesterday and today at the Presenters Gift Lounge at the Nokia Theatre at “The 60th Primetime Emmy® Awards” hosted by AEG Ehrlich Ventures, Producers of The 60th Primetime Emmys.

I am thrilled to be spending my Emmys inside the gift lounge. It’s right next to Oprah Winfrey’s dressing room! So, I’m hoping for a sighting. I missed her yesterday when she came through the lounge. One of my eagle eye spotters did see her though.

Find out what Oprah, and many other A-Listers, picked up… inside!