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If You Stick With Me, Kid, You'll Squash Those Rumors ASAP

Douglas Reinhardt · 04/01/08 06:30PM

At a screening of the upcoming film, Smart People, Sarah Jessica Parker played Henry Higgins as she displayed her latest creation, a fierce and more girly Ellen Page. Page described the experience like being on an episode of "What Not To Wear," but with a heavy emphasis on shoes. Parker hopes that this fresh look put an end to all of those rumors surrounding Page the past few months.

Of Course He Pulled It Off

Douglas Reinhardt · 04/01/08 04:00PM

That cocksure smile of George Clooney says what we're all thinking. Namely, Clooney Sandwich.

Listen, Jack Bauer Doesn't Hold Hands With Just Anybody, Babe

Douglas Reinhardt · 04/01/08 02:30PM

TV's Kiefer Sutherland shied away from even the very faintest sign of PDA while in New York City's Meatpacking district this morning. Sutherland seemed far too concerned with the commotion in the building across the way, wondering if he would have to be called into some 'neck snapping' action. In addition, Sutherland remarked to the mystery woman, "How can I hold your hand AND smoke my cigarette AND carry my umbrella all at the same time?"

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures

Douglas Reinhardt · 04/01/08 12:35PM

Professional train wreck Janice Dickinson proudly displayed what made her one of the most in demand models in the 1980s. Unfortunately for Dickinson (but much to the delight of the paparazzi), she remained stuck in that position for the rest of the afternoon. Fortunately, though, this provided her with an opportunity to tell a long and rambling story about the situation reminded her of this one time she went to Studio 54 with David Bowie and Pia Zadora.

Kate Walsh Intends To Make An Important Point

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/31/08 06:50PM

Before beginning a speech that was to be about how the American public school system needs to improve the quality of sex education classes, Kate Walsh said, "I should know a thing or two about medicine since I've played a doctor on two consecutive hit TV shows, and I also attended Katherine Heigl's wedding." Then Walsh went on a long and rambling diatribe that bore more resemblance to a String Cheese Incident concert than the speech her publicist had prepared. Walsh railed on topics like the crippling impact the WGA strike had her show, Private Practice, Will Ferrell's body odor, the Jonas Brothers' eyebrows situation, health care in America, the appeal of Tracey Ullman and the inability to find a decent piece of red velvet cake in Southern California.

The Couple That Shops Together, Stays Together

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/31/08 01:15PM

While Samantha Ronson may do a so-so impression of Michael Jordan in the late 80s, Ronson can't be that much of a positive influence in Lindsay Lohan's life seeing as how she allowed Lindsay to leave the house looking like that. Even if it's a trip to the market, it's okay to say, "Hey, why not give those tights a rest and put on some sweats?" Ronson's job as a friend is to support, but also to step in and say enough is enough.

Help Answer Joe Simpson's Prayers

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/28/08 04:00PM

Can somebody in America please buy one of my daughters' albums? Please? Or at least do a little more than pretend to like them or go a step beyond liking them for various reasons of irony? Do you know how hard it is to make the change between the manager who just got off the phone with the record label to the cool dad who has to the break news that one of them is about to get dropped from their label? It's hard, real hard. Let alone hiding these irrational fears that I'm going to get fired by my own daughters? Can you imagine that being fired by your own flesh and blood? It could happen. The constant threat that keeps me up at night. That and Ryan Seacrest changing his phone number without him giving me the new number.

On The Prowl With Chace Crawford

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/28/08 01:15PM


The Gossip Girl star kept a low profile waiting to meet with a mysterious friend in New York City. Crawford was reported to be humming the choruses of popular *NSYNC songs while killing time. After a half hour or so, Crawford had grown visibly impatient and decided to leave. Crawford told one of the photogs that if you're not going to be able to meet up for coffee, then you should at least hit somebody up on their beeper, so they can rearrange their life accordingly. Geez!

The Descent To The Dark Side Has Begun

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/28/08 11:50AM

An over-caffeinated Miley Cyrus showed the throng of photographers that follow her every move some new and interesting dance moves that she recently learned from some videos she saw on YouTube. Cyrus told the photogs that she hopes to incorporate these moves into her next tour, which just might launch at Jumbo's Clown Room.

Abigail Breslin, Keeping It On The Straight And Narrow

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/27/08 05:45PM

Little Miss Sunshine herself, Abigail Breslin, made a pledge in a ceremony yesterday afternoon that she will not become another Lindsay Lohan, nor will she write and perform weird poems like Leelee Sobieski. She also explained that she would avoid getting Gary Busey-esque caps on her teeth like Hannah Montana, and that she would do her best to avoid becoming whatever Tatum O'Neal became. Breslin then promised that she'd at least try to make the successful transition from child actor to adulthood like Jodie Foster, but was overheard admitting to close friends afterwards that there's a good chance that she could become the next Kristy McNichol.

Kristen Bell, Full Handed and Full Mouthed

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/27/08 03:00PM

Instead of gawking at Kristen Bell and talking about how you and your kids loved her on Heroes, why not help her out? It's neither too forward nor too rude to speak up and say, "Hey, let me hold that ticket for you." Then again, maybe Kristen Bell has too much pride to take a helping hand.

You Ain't Foolin Nobody, Lady

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/27/08 12:50PM

CSI star Marg Helgenberger would like you to believe that she's busy reading the shit out of Richard Price's latest novel, Lush Life. Yet in reality, hidden behind that dust cover is a copy of US Weekly, which is actually hiding a copy of Highlights magazine, which is also being used as a diversion for another magazine, Penthouse Forum.

Piven Reluctantly Hugs It Out

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/26/08 06:00PM

The valet at the Malibu Nobu asked if, in lieu of the standard tip, he could have a much desired Hollywood moment and "hug it out" with Jeremy Piven. Piven reached for his wallet to only discover that it was full of large bills and slowly went in for the hug.

Every Night Is Prom Night For Kate Bosworth

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/26/08 03:30PM

First, my friends and I are going to get ready at our hotel. Did I tell you that we got a hotel for the night? Yeah, we got a hotel in the city for the night. What's the point of going back to New Haven after all the fun we're going to have? So, we're going to have a make up artist and a hair stylist get us all glammed up and then, after that, my boyfriend and his friends are coming into the city. I guess that our parents are going to come and take like a bajillion photos of us. It's always good to have a lot of pictures though. Then after that, we're going to have dinner at the Waverly Inn. Maybe we'll get to see Chace Crawford & JC together or maybe even an Olsen twin!?! Do you watch Gossip Girl? I love that show. I hope we see somebody from that show when we're in the city. After dinner, we're gonna go to the prom and I know that probably my boyfriend and his friends are going to be a little drunk and I might be, too, but it doesn't matter, we're still going to have a good time. I hope that the DJ plays that OneRepublic song and then who knows what's going to happen after that? We are staying in the city after all.

Maybe They Are Better Than Us After All

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/26/08 01:02PM

While the rest of us may be dealing with the last gasp of winter or stressed over the impending recession and escalating gas prices or wondering why that person we met last weekend never called, Academy Award winner Javier Bardem and Academy Award nominee Penelope Cruz have a best solution to all of our problems, fears and concerns. Just go to the south of France, hang out, and just read a good book. Your cares and concerns will just melt away as you work on your tan. When you look good, you'll feel good, you know?

Sometimes My Friends And I Finish A Couple Of These Off During Our 'Felicity' Parties

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/25/08 07:46PM

While checking out at an organic food store, Keri Russell got stuck with the one cashier who happened to be a Felicity super fan. The cashier could barely contain her excitement; however, she did politely refrain from showing Russell the tattoo of "The Scotts" (Speedman and Foley) she has on her back. Russell politely smiled and said thanks as she left the store. A cashier in the next lane hoped that somebody from Gilmore Girls would come in one day.

Honey, Get Out Of Mommy's Photo Opp, Okay?

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/25/08 05:35PM

In a moment of clearly born out of tween rebellion and defiance, Tallulah Belle Willis rushed the paparazzi shouting: "Look at me! Look at me! I have toxic blood and I use leeches to heal myself! Look at me! Look at me! I can't be a normal mom so I have to take a bath in turpentine! Look at me!" Then her mother quickly pulled Tallulah Belle aside, less-than-calmly explaining that young ladies who behave like this way don't get to visit the set of the new High School Musical.

But Don't You Know Who I Am?

Douglas Reinhardt · 03/25/08 03:00PM

Megan Fox, seen here wearing the standard young actress uniform (giant sunglasses, designer sweat pants, Uggs, hand bag that's bigger than an infant), demanded that she be whisked through the security screening process at LAX. The TSA employees shrugged their shoulders and allowed Fox through the line. During the screening process, a TSA employee told Fox that LC and her should treat Heidi better, while another chipped in to explain why she hopes that she doesn't get back with Justin Bobby on the new season of The Hills.