Teen Idol Corey Haim Found Dead Early AM
38-year-old teen idol Corey Haim was sadly found dead early Wednesday morning.
The Lost Boys actor was found unresponsive at his apartment and was later pronounced dead at Burbank’s St. Joseph’s Medical Center.
Haim died at 3:30am this morning, apparently from an accidental overdose. The teen sensation, who has had substance-abuse problems in the past, was confirmed dead by the Los Angeles Police Department through TV station KTLA early this morning.
His mother Judy was reportedly with him at his apartment, although her involvement in this has yet to be determined.
RIP, Corey Haim.
More details as they come.
D’Angelo Arrested For Prostitution!
Wow. 34-year-old R&B singer D’Angelo, real name Michael Archer, was arrested this weekend for apparently soliciting sex. Wow.
The 90’s singer best known for his 1995 debut album Brown Sugar, was arrested at 2:30am Saturday for offering an undercover cop $40 for a blow job in NYC’s West Village.
The New York Post also reports that D’Angelo had more than $12,000 hidden in his SUV.
Pledging that he would fight the prostitution charge, Archer said he hopes that the public will “allow the American justice system to resolve the matter before jumping to any conclusions.”
Wow. We have a new celebrity crush I think.
The Hurt Locker Steals 82nd Academy Awards
You might have expected James Cameron’s Avatar to rock the 82nd Academy Awards, but instead it was Kathryn Bigelow’s Hurt Locker that stole the show.
Hosted by none other than unlikely duo Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin, last night’s Oscars were one of the most competitive yet, with The Hurt Locker and Avatar running neck and neck for Best Picture, but the award ending up in the Hurt Locker’s hands.
Take a peek below for the full awards night wins:
BEST PICTURE: “The Hurt Locker”
LEAD ACTOR: Jeff Bridges, “Crazy Heart”
LEAD ACTRESS: Sandra Bullock, “The Blind Side”
SUPPORTING ACTOR: Christoph Waltz, “Inglourious Basterds”
SUPPORTING ACTRESS: Mo’Nique, “Precious”
DIRECTOR: Kathryn Bigelow, “The Hurt Locker”
ANIMATED FEATURE: “Up”
BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM: “El Secreto de Sus Ojos” (Argentina)
ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY: “The Hurt Locker,” Mark Boal
ADAPTED SCREENPLAY: “Precious,” Geoffrey Fletcher
ORIGINAL MUSIC SCORE: “Up,” Michael Giacchino
SONG: “The Weary Kind (Theme from Crazy Heart)” from “Crazy Heart”
ART DIRECTION: “Avatar”
CINEMATOGRAPHY: “Avatar”
COSTUME DESIGN: “The Young Victoria”
DOCUMENTARY FEATURE: “The Cove”
DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECT: “Music by Prudence”
FILM EDITING: “The Hurt Locker”
MAKEUP: “Star Trek”
ANIMATED SHORT FILM: “Logorama”
LIVE ACTION SHORT: “The New Tenants”
SOUND EDITING: “The Hurt Locker”
SOUND MIXING: “The Hurt Locker”
VISUAL EFFECTS: “Avatar”
Rebecca Gayheart & Eric Dane Welcome Baby Girl!!!
Noxema girl Rebecca Gayheart and Grey’s Anatomy star Eric Dane welcomed a baby girl into their family Wednesday.
According to a source, “Mother, father and daughter are doing great,” and while the name of the baby girl hasn’t yet been released, we’re sure that this celeb couple will come up with something creatively awesome.
Gayheart and Dane married back in 2004 and never officially announced the pregnancy, but we’re happy for them all the same!
Shia LaBeouf & Carey Mulligan Are Our New Fave Celeb Couple!
Our latest celebrity couple crush has to be the adorable Shia LaBeouf and Carey Mulligan. The cutest duo were all smiles while checking in at JFK yesterday, heading to the Oscar’s red carpet this weekend.
Mulligan will be coming to the awards night as a first time nominee for her work in An Education. We can’t wait to see these two light up the carpet this weekend!
Naomi Campbell Stikes Back With the Cell Phone, Again, Now With Limo Driver
Superfreak Naomi Campbell is in trouble with the law yet again, as she struck her limo driver with her infamous cell phone karate chops.
On Tuesday afternoon Campbell reportedly became angry with her limo driver and began beating him up from the back seat, slapping, punching, yelling and yes, cel phone karate chopping.
The chaffeur finally had enough and stopped on the Upper East Side to call 911, where 39-year-old supermodel Campbell took her leave.
Wow, Naomi just can’t find her inner peace, now can she? After that 2008 incident where she attacked two police officers at London’s Heathrow Airport and the 2005 time where she bitch slapped her maid, the model is certainly making a new name for herself. Superfreak.
Dancing With the Stars Celebrity Contestants Revealed
This month the 10th season of Dancing With the Stars gets underway and the celebrity contestants have just been revealed.
From Baywatch’s Pamela Anderson to astronaut Buzz Aldrin, there is quite a mish mash of celeb participants. Bachelor’s Jake Pavelka, reality star Kate Gosselin, figure skater Evan Lysacek, sportscaster Erin Andrews, Pussycat Dolls member Nicole Scherzinger, footballer Chad Ochocinco, 90210’s Shannen Doherty, afternoon soap opera star Aiden Turner and comedian Niecy Nash will also take to the dancing floor.
The two-hour premier of the show starts March 22, so put that on your calendars and smoke it!
Marie Osmond’s Son Michael Blosil Kills Himself
50-year-old entertainer Marie Osmond’s adopted son Michael Blosil has sadly recently killed himself.
Michael jumped from his 15-story L.A. apartment on Friday, leaving behind a note saying he had lost hope and that he didn’t fit in nor have any friends. It’s been a bleak weekend for the Osmond’s, who are a very tight-knit family.
According to a statement, Marie said, “My family and I are devastated and in deep shock by the tragic loss of our dear Michael, and ask that everyone respect out privacy during this difficult time.”
Donny and Marie’s show at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas has been cancelled until further notice. Such sad news for the family.
Taylor Lautner Spotted Leaving Gym
Twilight star Taylor Lautner was spotted leaving a Los Angeles gym on Wednesday, sending tendrils of excitement down every teenager’s back.
Lautner was seen getting into his awaiting black BMW in a white t-shirt and black shorts, though we were all hoping for a bare chest and cut off shorts…
Angelina Jolie Films The Tourist
None other than Angelina Jolie was spotted on The Tourist set Tuesday.
Shooting on location at he Palais Royalin Paris earlier today, Jolie was looking charming in a stunning gloved outfit and long luxurious locks.