Madonna Wants Your Money - ALL Your Money, Bitches!!!

We're not sure how we feel about this!

Not only does Madonna charge upwards of $300 for the best seats on her tour, but now she wants a piece of the ticket scalpers' pie.

Yup!

Ticket scalpers (or "brokers" as they like to be called) buy up the majority of concert tickets, leaving many die hard fans to turn to other venues to buy their tix.

Now, Madonna is going into bed with the enemy!

Her Madgesty is the first artist to make a deal with StubHub, which is owned by eBay and lets people legally scalp (or "resell") their concert tickets.

M will get a base fee PLUS a cut of all the ticket sales.

So, in theory, the higher U pay for your ticket on StubHub, the more money she makes.

Why would Madonna (or anyone) wanna encourage ticket scalping/reselling????

Money isn't everything in life!

Speed Racer Wipes Out!

It's official!

Speed Racer has bombed!

The film took in an extremely disappointing $6.6 million on Friday.

It is expected to take in an embarrassing $23-24 million for the weekend.

Earlier this week, Warner Bros. was expected its film to make in the 30s. Last week, the number was in the 40s. Unfortunately, it's gonna debut in the low 20s.

Iron Man, on the other hand, opened to about $100 million last weekend and it's expected to remain #1 this weekend.

Good reviews probably helped that film and the shiteous ones probably hurt Speed Racer.

Warner Bros. spent close to $200 mill to make Speed Racer. They better make a ton of cash internationally, or else some heads will roll!

If you're a glutton for punishment, check below the first 8 minutes of Speed Racer.

Bomb!

Jeff Archuleta Barred from American Idol

Posted on May 10th, 2008 12:56 pm

While Jeff Archuleta may deny that he’s a controlling father, his son will need to finish his run on American Idol without the assistance of his dad.

According to reports, Jeff has had his backstage access revoked, leaving David Archuleta to practice on his own as the series heads to a conclusion.

Jeff Archuleta, seated on the right, isn’t loved behind the scenes of American Idol.

People says Jeff Archuleta is accused of overstepping his boundaries when he wanted David to alter his “Stand By Me” performance by adding a verse from Sean Kingston’s 2007 summer hit “Beautiful Girls.”

Show sources said Jeff ignored the producers’ objections, which led to problems with the song’s publisher. Despite being banned backstage, the elder Archulea will be allowed to sit in the audience during the live show.

Nick Bollea Gets Eight Months Jail for Injury Accident

Posted Friday May 09, 2008 04:10 PM EDT

Nick Bollea was sentenced to eight months in a Florida county jail on Friday after pleading no contest to charges of felony reckless driving, stemming from the Aug. 26, 2007, car crash that left his best friend, John Graziano, in critical condition.

In addition to the jail time, which begins immediately, Bollea, 17, was sentenced to five years probation, during which he will serve 500 hours of community service, not be allowed to drink any alcohol and have his driver's license revoked for three years.

"I would like to apologize to the Grazianos and to my family for the accident. Every single day I think about the accident and about John," Bollea said in court.

He then turned around to look at the Graziano family and said: "I will never ever be able to say I'm sorry enough."

Dressed in a gray suit and light blue shirt and tie, Bollea looked somber as he was taken to meet the court officers. His father, Hulk Hogan (real name: Terry Bollea), stood and watched as uniformed authorities removed his son from the courtroom. Nick did not have a chance to say goodbye to his family before he was taken into custody.

In delivering his sentence, the judge specifically asked that Bollea use his community service to do something positive "that reflects what John did in his service to our country as a Marine."

Felony Conviction to Be Erased

Citing Bollea's age and his lack of any prior criminal record – beyond a series of speeding tickets that the judge deemed as showing a "cavalier" attitude behind the wheel – the jurist decided not to force Bollea into guilty verdict, meaning his "no contest" plea will stand. He also will not have a felony conviction on his record once he turns 18 later this summer.

"I think there is an understanding of what happened, and there is a sense of acceptance of responsibility," the judge said, explaining his decision. "There is nothing that the court can impose that is close to what John has dealt with or will have to deal with as he moves forward."

Heidi Montag Hotter Than Lauren Conrad?! No, No, No.

Posted on May 9th, 2008 2:00 pm

Maxim has officially jumped the shark.

Just the same, the men’s magazine’s editors have spoken: Heidi Montag is hotter than Lauren Conrad - they’re ranked No. 36 and 56, respectively.

That’s according to Maxim’s annual “Hot List” poll, which obviously does not deduct points for boob jobs, nose jobs, lip injections or general suckitude.

“Let’s hear it for villainy!” Maxim wrote of Heidi Montag in the feature, although they did credit Lauren Conrad for making “the life of a rich young woman seem normal,” and for “paving the way for Heidi.”

To say the least. What a duck-lipped leech.

Birthday girl Audrina Patridge also represented The Hills at No. 74. We are sad to report that Whitney Port and Lauren “Lo” Bosworth were not ranked.

The Hollywood Gossip takes issue with Maxim’s crappy rankings. We wonder if you agree. Who do you think is hotter, Lauren Conrad or Heidi Montag?

Worst. Wedding. Ever.

Posted on May 9th, 2008 1:59 pm

While Ashlee Simpson’s wedding plans will suck remain shrouded in secrecy, big sister Jessica Simpson revealed one tiny detail:

Joe Simpson will make peeps pay for drinks at a cash bar.

Just kidding. The real detail: She’s the maid of honor!

“Of course,” the 27-year-old said in response to questions of whether she will be standing next to Ashlee on her big day.

Ashlee Simpson and fiancé Pete Wentz have kept quiet on their wedding plans - as well as Ashlee’s rumored certain pregnancy.

But she can’t help try to play it coy and milk every last second of publicity out of this but be thrilled about her engagement.

We’re totally not gonna go, though. Can you imagine the painful speeches? Or if any of them try to sing? Or the guest list? Sorry, Ash, but a quiet Saturday night at home beats having Ken Paves talk your ear off.

Lauren Hastings: Lindsay Lohan Stole My Clothes

Posted on May 9th, 2008 1:30 pm

For someone who spends as much time naked as Lindsay Lohan, you wouldn’t think she’d need to steal clothing from multiple young women.

Yet in the wake of Coat-Gate, another enemy of Firecrotch has come out of the woodwork, accusing the waifish actress of bogarting her stuff.

The same week that a Columbia University student, Masha Markova, insisted Lohan swiped a $11,000 blond mink coat from her in N.Y.C. earlier this year, Lauren Hastings has come out with similar allegations.

The model recently linked to Shia LaBeouf says Lindsay stole thousands of dollars worth of items from her closet, Inside Edition reports.

“Basically, I have two closets, a lot of the stuff was missing out of one and the next closet was almost completely empty,” Hastings said, claiming her clothes vanished during an unauthorized late-night party.

Citing five separate witnesses, Lauren Hastings, 23, alleges that there is evidence, saying that “They all said they saw Lindsay Lohan, basically in my closet, handing a bag full of clothes to her bodyguard.”

Hugh Hefner Defends, Wants Miley Cyrus Naked

Posted on May 9th, 2008 12:31 pm

As we talked about earlier, Miley Cyrus is not alone.

Plenty other stars have posed for racy pics - and where there are topless, nude or controversial photos, it’s a safe bet Hugh Hefner wants in.

In, in the sense that he wants to put them in his magazine. And possibly more than that. Anyway, we’re making ourselves ill, so we’ll move on.

Hugh Hefner, 82, says Miley Cyrus, 15, is a “very pretty lady.” Gag.

The Playboy founder recently told Extra that Miley Cyrus would be “welcomed in the magazine” when she’s of legal age.

Is he onto something - or off his rocker?

Happy Birthday, Audrina Patridge!

Posted on May 9th, 2008 10:37 am

One of our favorite celebrities, Audrina Patridge, turns 23 today. Yippee! The Hills star has brought a lot to our site in recent years and months.

Namely, she’s provided lots of quality moments from The Hills, an odd relationship with Justin “Bobby” Brescia and one scandalous nude photo scandal.

Will her friendship with Lauren Conrad survive? What will she do with her career? Will she and Justin-Bobby get back together for good?

These questions will have to wait. Today, let’s celebrate her day of birth - and that of one of The Hollywood Gossip’s editors, mischalova!

Audrina Patridge turns 23 today! Hooray!

You can check out The Hollywood Gossip’s celebrity birthday calendar to see which stars are coming up next. Now, for a little tribute to Audrina.

We hope that you enjoy the pictures below.

A Sibling For Suri Cruise?

Posted on May 9th, 2008 9:54 am

To each celeb gossip site its own.

Some of us are obsessed with The Hills. Others like to start Katie Holmes pregnancy rumors every other week. Standard fare, really.

Take E! Online for example. They’re reporting today that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have a joint production in the works.

Or at least they will soon. Aww. Suri Cruise may be getting a little sibling!

According to friends who schmoozed with Team TomKat in New York this week, Katie wants to have another baby soon - and she ain’t shy about it.

Selena Gomez to Sign Record Deal

Posted on May 9th, 2008 9:46 am

Wizards of Waverly Place star Selena Gomez really is becoming the new (hopefully cleaner) Miley Cyrus. She’s rumored to be joining Hollywood Records.

That’s Miley’s record label!

“Hollywood Records really wants Selena,” a source said.

“Nothing’s signed yet, but they’re going after her in a strong way.”

Miley Cyrus currently has a four-album deal with Hollywood Records. Her sophomore CD, Breakout, is set for a summer release.

She-Pratt Speaks: An Interview with The Hills’ Stephanie

Posted on May 9th, 2008 9:22 am

You either love her, hate her, or don’t know quite what to make of her - but if you watch The Hills, you’ve become familiar with Stephanie Pratt.

Stephanie recently gave an interview with BuddyTV in which she talked about Lauren, Heidi, Spencer and all things Hills. Excerpts below …

Q: Did you have any reservations about being a regular cast member on The Hills this season? Were you nervous about anything?
Stephanie Pratt: How it would affect my relationship with Spencer.

Q: How has it affected your relationship with Spencer? You guys have certainly had your ups and downs so far this season.
Stephanie Pratt: I actually don’t really want to say anything about Spencer.

Q: You and Lauren had a little bit of a blow out last season, now you guys are friends. What made you change your mind about her?
Stephanie Pratt: I was out of town, and then I became really close with my brother’s girlfriend. They had this conflict with Lauren, and I was at that club, and they were really upset by her. You know, the fight. I yelled at her, and I felt really bad because that’s just not the person I am. The music was loud, and my adrenaline was there, I saw her with Brody Jenner, and I got really upset that Brody was there, because Brody was like a brother to me. Then when I saw her in class I was terrified, but I knew I couldn’t sit for nine weeks and not talk to her.

Britney Spears, Larry Rudolph Rock the Cradle

Posted on May 9th, 2008 9:03 am

The contestants on Rock the Cradle received a pleasant surprise Thursday - their audience doubled when Britney Spears showed up to watch the season finale in person and support her former manager, Larry Rudolph.

Rudolph is the producer of Rock The Cradle, which pits aspiring pop stars, all of whom have rock and roll in their DNA, against one another in a competition. Sort of like American Idol, only not at all popular.

Britney Spears spent the duration of the show seated backstage surrounded by security. After the show, Larry Rudolph told Us Weekly:

“She was here to support the show. I mentioned to her that I was going to my show. Britney said, ‘I want to come down.’ She loved it. She really loved it. She didn’t come here for publicity or anything like that. She came here because she wanted to see the show, which I appreciated.”

Spears headed to the show after spending the day with her two sons, Jayden James and Sean Preston. It was the first visit since she, along with parents Lynne and Jamie Spears, appeared in Los Angeles County Superior Court Tuesday for a custody hearing, where she was granted extended visitation rights.

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A Look at a Kim Kardashian Photo Shoot

Posted on May 8th, 2008 12:03 pm

Sorry, Reggie Bush. We’re seeing your anniversary present before you are.

Below are a series of Kim Kardashian pictures from a recent photo shoot the large-breasted socialite posed for as part of a calendar for her and her boyfriend’s one-year anniversary.

Now, all Kim has to do is make a sex tape with Bush and Ray J won’t have anything on the Saints running back anymore.

In the photo above, Kim Kardashian dons her boyfriend’s NFL jersey. See what else she is wearing - or not wearing - in the pics below.

Presenting: The Celebrity Quote of the Year

Posted on May 8th, 2008 7:37 am

Ever wonder why celebrities are considered to be desperate for attention? Self-indulgent? Complete idiots?

Take a look at what Denise Richards recently said, regarding the controversy she’s walked into by starring in a reality show with her little children, and wonder no more:

If I have my kids on my show, I’m exploiting them. If I don’t, people will think I’m not a hands on mom – That’s why it’s very important to me that the girls are part of it.

Not only is Richards seemingly asking for pity because - oh, the horror! - she’s in such a no-win situation, but apparently it’s never occurred to her that there’s a third option: DON’T STAR IN A REALITY SHOW!

We wonder what Denise Richards will tell her children about photo shoots such as this. Or threesomes such as the one in Wild Things.

We aren’t familiar with Richards’ financial situation, but an actress that looks like her could make a decent enough living appearing in random movies here and there; there’s no way she needs to star in a reality show.

Heck, taking out payday loans or cash advances would be more responsible.

As we’ve collected a slew of celebrity quotes for our new section, we’ve been overcome by the absurdity of many (yes, we’re looking at you, Spencer Pratt) - but no star has exhibited the sort of pathetic, self-pitying, ignorant point of view as Richards has with this utterance.

You got out of there just in time, Charlie Sheen.

Patrick Dempsey, Jennifer Love Hewitt: Sexiest TV Stars

Posted on May 8th, 2008 12:07 pm

Ghost Whisperer star Jennifer Love Hewitt and Grey’s Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey were recently voted the sexiest stars on TV by TV Guide.

Hard to argue with that logic. The respective hotties will appear on two alternative covers of the TV magazine’s “Sexiest Stars” issue.

In honor of the (well-deserved, sexy) honors earned by Jennifer Love Hewitt and Patrick Dempsey, here is a very sexy photo of each. Enjoy …

All we have to say about these pics is that McDreamy is living up to his McNickname, and man, all those ghosts Jennifer Love Hewitt whispers to on the CBS TV show she apparently stars on are pretty damn lucky.

Chris Brown and Rihanna: The Sexy PDA

Posted on May 8th, 2008 10:15 am

O. M. G. Does it get hotter than these two?

Sorry, Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo. Take a hike, Beyonce and Jay-Z. Step off, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon. Rihanna and Chris Brown are the hottest.

They may be content to play it cool about their (obvious, sexy) relationship, but Rihanna and Chris Brown let their body language do the talking … at a KFC.

Chris Brown and Rihanna are so in love, even if they keep it on the DL.

In Florida on her tour with Kanye West, Rihanna recently told Elle of Brown: “We’ve always been friends, but we’re very close now.” Oh, baby.

David Archuleta Speaks!

Posted on May 8th, 2008 10:14 am

With American Idol down to its final three contestants, David Archuleta remains the favorite (even though we prefer the stage presence of David Cook).

Below, the 17-year old cutie speaks with Billboard about his experiences so far on the show:

It seems like you’re always emotionally connected to the lyrics you’re singing.
When I was younger, I didn’t know what made me sing the song differently or how I sang it. I still don’t really understand fully, but the lyrics do mean a lot to me now, a lot more than before. I didn’t even pay attention to the lyrics when I was 12, 13.

Probably around the second year I did “Star Search” is when I paid more attention to the lyrics. I thought the music itself had such a power to it and now that I’ve understood how powerful lyrics are as well, I think that has allowed me to progress.

Earlier this season, you talked about suffering vocal paralysis a few years ago. Were you worried you wouldn’t be able to sing again?
The year after “Star Search” is when I found out I had vocal paralysis. That’s when I was really struggling, barely getting through a minute-and-a-half song. I took a break after that, because I thought, “I can’t do this.” I was having a hard time singing and I didn’t have a range back then and I didn’t know if it was permanent or not. I had no idea what it was.

I’d never even heard of it. I didn’t know your vocal chords could get paralyzed. After a while, I thought, “I need to start singing again. I just love it too much.” You know, there’s just something about it that makes you feel something that you can’t feel anywhere else.

The Plot to Destroy Lauren Conrad

Posted on May 8th, 2008 8:04 am

We love Us Weekly.

The venerable celebrity news publication not only breaks a lot of gossip, it makes it much more fun to follow and read. We have to give them props.

This week’s cover story, featuring Lauren Conrad and Heidi Montag (it’s a safe bet that someone from The Hills or named Spears will be on there three out of every four weeks), is one of the magazine’s finest efforts yet.

Spencer Pratt’s “terrifying obsession” with the Lauren Conrad sex tape. The “war” over Stephanie Pratt. A sinister plot to “destroy” Lauren and take over her show.

Don’t get us wrong. We love the show - to an unhealthy extent. But that’s a tad dramatic, don’t you think? This is the The Hills, right? Not Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of The Sith. Or is it? See below ….

The Hills’ rivaling stars Lauren Conrad and Heidi Montag, together again on the cover of Us Weekly. That hasn’t happened in, like, almost a full month!

While the battle over sex tape rumors is heating up, the show will be cooling off for the summer. The season finale of The Hills is next Monday.

Rest assured, though - the 19-episode Season Four starts in August!

Dina Lohan Offers Motherly Advice, Keeps Straight Face

Posted on May 8th, 2008 6:41 am

Dina Lohan - the woman responsible for raising Lindsay Lohan into the sex-crazed drug addict that she is - was presented with an award for being one of the Top 20 Moms in Long Island by the “Mingling Moms” of Long Island, a group that must lack an Internet connection and/or any ability to read about the celebrity gossip world.

Accepting the honor, Dina actually gave advice to Tish, the mother of Miley Cyrus.

“I don’t know Miley’s mom, but stay strong. Stay strong, keep your head up,” Dina said, referring to Miley’s controversial Vanity Fair photograph.

Dina also said Miley Cyrus is talented and added that Tish should always remember to be her mom before all else.

She then left to pose for more photos and sign autographs.

The Hills Debate: Team Audrina or Team Lo?

Posted on May 7th, 2008 2:55 pm

Ever since Lauren Bosworth (Lo) moved in with Lauren Conrad (LC) and her friend Audrina Patridge, things haven’t been free of drama at Casa Conrad.

Audrina, who lives in the guest house while Lo and LC reside in the main residence of her Hollywood villa, is clearly feeling ostracized lately. Why?

On Monday’s episode of The Hills, Lauren Conrad wanted to hang with Audrina at the recording studio where she works, but two seconds after they got there, Lo insisted they bail and go to dinner - sans Audrina - and so they did.

Many awkward moments and passive-aggressive comments from Lo soon followed - such as stating that their new puppy has TWO moms. Is she overprotective of Conrad? Jealous of Patridge? Are either or both out of line?

Tell us, which side are you on? Team Lo or Team Audrina?

Amy Winehouse: Arrested Again

Posted on May 7th, 2008 2:37 pm

Say it ain’t so, so, sooo! British singer and certifiable train wreck Amy Winehouse has been arrested - again - for alleged possession of a controlled substance.

Try to refrain from gasping at this stunning news.

Amy went to a London police station this afternoon at around 1:00 pm for a scheduled meeting and was questioned regarding the alleged drug offenses.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Winehouse was arrested. Perhaps she will finally be reunited with jailed husband Blake Fielder-Civil after all!

Amy Winehouse: Back to black… and white prison uniforms?

According to the UK’s The Sun, the Grammy-winning singer was charged thanks to a new video they ran of her allegedly smoking crack and snorting coke.

Ice Man Calleth 911: Vanilla Melee Caught On Tape

Posted on May 7th, 2008 2:14 pm

Folks, brace yourselves.

This 911 call is anything but Vanilla… ummm, Ice.

Bad jokes aside, a bizarre call was placed to a police dispatcher April 10 after alleged rapper Vanilla Ice allegedly kicked and hit his wife Laura.

This call - obtained by TMZ - can be listened to here.

Vanilla Ice is a bit past his prime, and is experiencing personal issues as well.

Halfway through, Laura Ice (probably not her name, but that’s what we’re calling her) starts talking to the 911 operator like he’s a couples counselor!

It’s hilarious, albeit a little upsetting.

You may recall that Vanilla Ice (real name Robert Van Winkle) ended up being arrested and charged with battery after the aforementioned melee.

Julianne Hough Brings Out Apolo Anton Oh-Face

Posted on May 7th, 2008 1:52 pm

In this photo of Apolo Anton Ohno and Julianne Hough - courtesy of the Dancing with the Stars’ 100th episode party last night in Hollywood - Ohno reacts like pretty much any guy would with Hough in his lap.

Can someone can Apolo a new pair of pants please?

Apolo Anton Ohno? More like Apolo Anton Oh-YES!

American Idol Fashion Face-Off: Syesha vs. Syesha

Posted on May 7th, 2008 1:02 pm

The final four contestants on American Idol sang classic rock ‘n roll song last night, yadda, yadda, yadda. We’ve already posted videos of their performances.

But let’s forget any commentary on pitchyness or falsettos for now. Instead, take a look at the pair of Syesha Mercado photos below.

For Tina Turner’s “Proud Mary,” the singer rocked sparkling mini dress. Later, covering Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come,” Syesha let her true diva shine through in a long, gold and white gown.

Which look do you prefer?

Adrianne Palicki: A Hot, Well-Rounded Twenty-Something

Posted on May 7th, 2008 10:43 am

Actresss Adrianne Palicki has gotten our full, undivided attention with her small town temptress role as Tyra Collette on NBC’s Friday Night Lights.

We’ve also seen Adrianne Palicki nude in those absurdly hot photos - the origin of which is unknown - but that’s neither here nor there.

Point being, she rocks - but there’s a lot to more to her than what you just see on TV. This Ohio native is an artist and outdoor enthusiast!

Us Weekly caught up with Adrianne Palicki as part of its interview series “20 Questions For Twenty-Somethings” and here are some excerpts:

On when she feels most beautiful: “I think I feel the most beautiful when I put on a sexy pair of heels and go out with the girls.”

Adrianne Palicki signs a Friday Night Lights poster.

On her advice to other young women: “Be who you are. Don’t listen to other people’s ideas of who you should be. Beauty does come from within. Be yourself!”

[NOTE: You heard her, Jamie Lynn Spears!]

On who’s #1 on her speed-dial: “My mom and my dad. My father inspires me more than any other person on earth.”

On how she keeps her focus on what’s important: “I keep myself grounded by surrounding myself with amazing people. My three priorities in life are my family and friends, my career, and just living!”

Mariah Carey Says Hello to Nick Cannon in Video for Bye, Bye

Posted on May 7th, 2008 10:01 am

What’s so special about the latest video from Mariah Carey?

The singer met new husband Nick Cannon on the set of “Bye, Bye.” Evidently, portraying lovers on screen led this pair to become lovers… for life!

Take a look now:

The Jonas Brothers Movie to Go 3-D

Posted on May 7th, 2008 7:48 am

The Jonas Brothers are following in the footsteps of Miley Cyrus.

No, they aren’t posing topless for Vanity Fair.

But the popular trio will be putting out a future film that consists of footage from their upcoming Burning Up concert tour, which begins this July in Toronto and ends in late August. The movie will be in 3-D!

A few months ago, of course, Miley’s 3-D flick made over $31.3 million in just its opening weekend.

“More than just a concert, this film will take moviegoers inside the band’s creative process, and present them in a very intimate and entertaining way,” said Walt Disney Studios President, Oren Aviv.

In a statement, the The Jonas Brothers added:

“We can’t wait to start working on this film for our fans. It’s going to be awesome and we really want to bring a totally unique and different movie experience to everyone whether they’ve seen us live or not.”

Will you go see a Jonas Brothers 3-D movie?

Lindsay Lohan: On Set of Ugly Betty

Posted on May 7th, 2008 7:41 am

Looks like Lindsay Lohan is fully embracing her guest starring stint on Ugly Betty.

In this photo from the set, the Firecrotch Queen dons a long, orange T-shirt that we can’t imagine she’d ever wear to Hyde.

Lohan is set to appear in five episode of the hit series, portraying a mean, former high school friend of Betty’s. Word also has it that Lindsay’s character will work in the fast food industry. It shouldn’t be a major stretch for the actress.

She’s used to doing guys things quickly.

Britney Spears Gets More Time with Sean, Jayden

Posted on May 6th, 2008 3:10 pm

Britney Spears’ visitation rights with sons Sean Preston and Jayden James have been expanded following a hearing with ex-husband Kevin Federline.

There is no change in custody, K-Fed’s attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan said at a press conference, but overnight visits for Britney Spears (who has been without them for months) “will be phased in in the near future.”

“The court made orders today, orders that the parties were able to mostly agree to,” Kaplan said. “It represents a a cautious step moving forward.”

Mark Vincent Kaplan added that the court was “pleased with the progress that seems to be occurring” with Britney Spears daily, and said that he believes Tuesday’s court ruling is “a step in the right direction.

“The children (Sean Preston and Jayden James) are doing great — that’s the key,” Kaplan also said. “That’s what all of this is about.”

The Hills to Return For a Fourth Season This Fall

Posted on May 6th, 2008 2:46 pm

The Hills are alive … and returning for a fourth season!

The Season 4 premiere of The Hills will take place in August - and the new season will feature an amazing 19 new episodes, MTV confirms.

“They just started shooting,” an MTV rep told Us Weekly.

“The fourth season will be about what they ended up doing this summer. Lauren Conrad and Whitney Port will still be working at People’s Revolution.”

The Hills’ current season (its third) ends next Monday, May 12, with a pre- and post- show party in the Hollywood Hills. Usher (maybe with Tameka Foster in tow) and Young Jeezy will perform their hit “Love in This Club.”

Fans will also have a chance to quiz the stars, according to a statement. But first, of course, the drama will ensue as The Hills season ends.

American Idol Finalists Flirt with Dolphin

Posted on May 6th, 2008 2:10 pm

Yup, this headline pretty much sums up what went down in Las Vegas last week between the three remaining American Idol finalists and one very lucky mammal.

In between last week’s performances and tonight’s big final four showdown, David Archuleta, David Cook and Jason Castro all befriended a dolphin, of whom we’re guessing millions of teenage girls are jealous…

Tonight, these three will join Syesha Mercado on stage for the latest set of American Idol performance. We’ll have a full report on it tomorrow!

Tiffany May Streaks into Playboy

Posted on May 6th, 2008 1:52 pm

Tiffany May has managed to accomplish an impressive double:

She has streaked onto a soccer field and appeared in the pages of Playboy, all without baring any private parts.

May - who gained notoriety for running onto the field during the United States versus Honduras Olympic qualifying match in a bra, thong and American flag - is now gracing the Web pages of Playboy as one of its cyber girl.

Move over, Amber Lee Ettinger. Tiffany May is also pretty and patriotic!

What the Elle is Up with Chris Brown, Rihanna?

Posted on May 6th, 2008 1:25 pm

In a recent interview with Elle, Rihanna answered a couple questions before getting to the topic on everyone’s mind…

On her hair: “I kept telling my managers, I’m cutting my hair. I’m cutting my hair. And they’re like, ‘How short? Not too short. Cut it how short?’ And I’m like, ‘Up to here.’ They never believed me. So when it was time to do the album cover [for Good Girl], the night before I cut it, I dyed it black.

We went straight to the photo shoot, and no one at the record label knew what I looked like. When we sent the pictures over, they saw the hair and they all loved it. They loved it.”

On her alcoholic father: “That was way, way, way back. We’re friends now. Now my dad is like the coolest person on the planet. He doesn’t smother me. He lets me live my life. And he’s been like that a lot, even when I was younger. He would watch me making a mistake and he wouldn’t stop me. My dad, he lets me make it and then I learn.”

On rumored boyfriend Chris Brown: “We’ve always been friends, but we’re very close now.”

Translation: Chris Brown has seen Rihanna nude!

Happy Birthday, George Clooney!

Posted on May 6th, 2008 1:09 pm

Our favorite celebrity - nay, our favorite person in the world outside of friends, family, loved ones and fellow staff members of The Hollywood Gossip! - turns 47 today.

Indeed, everyone needs to take a moment and leave George Clooney a note of congratulations on our site today. We’ll make sure he gets it.

In honor of his Benevolent Hotness celebrating a birthday, here are a series of George Clooney photos. (Be warned, ladies, a few are of him with longtime girlfriend Sarah Larson. That skank.)