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Amber Portwood Debuts New, Non-Mug Shot Look & Hairstyle!

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Amber Portwood is looking good these days, and not just because she’s no longer forced to wear an orange jumpsuit and can sleep without fear of being shanked. The reformed Teen Mom is celebrating her freedom by creating a new look for herself, and it’s a great one! Check out the difference in hair and makeup: After serving 17 months behind bars, Portwood was released from prison earlier in November, and quickly ditched her previous “mug shot” makeup. Her post-prison makeover definitely gives her a softer look. Amber Portwood recently reunited with daughter Leah and baby daddy Gary Shirley (not in the romantic sense) and is trying to get her life together. So far, so good, and we can only hope she keeps this up. She also got herself some new clothes (hopefully not at Aeropostale), and no longer uses homemade, prison-style hairspray. Really, it’s all looking up. To note just how big an improvement this is … see below:

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Teresa Giudice Hires Crisis Manager; Will It Help?

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Teresa Giudice and her husband Joe appeared in federal court yesterday, holding hands on the way inside and pleading not guilty to a pair of new fraud charges . Now, facing the possibility of decades behind bars, The Real Housewives of New Jersey star has hired Wendy Feldman of Custodial Coaching. She describes herself to Us Weekly as a “legal coach and crisis manager,” which are both jobs that apparently exist. Feldman herself spent nearly a year-and-half in prison for securities fraud and has advised other famous clients (such as Lindsay Lohan) during their trials and tribulations. Considering the numerous charges against Giudice, is Feldman on board to prepare this reality star for a long jail sentence? “I have not been hired to prepare either Teresa or Joe Guidice for prison,” Feldman tells Us. “In fact, most of my work is well-known as crisis management oriented. In addition, I am known as director of alternative sentencing at Cliffside Malibu where Ms. Lohan recently was. However, I am acting as the legal coach and crisis manager only for Teresa Giudice.” Teresa Giudice Facing New Fraud Charges Teresa and Joe Giudice were indicted Monday on two new counts of fraud, bringing the total number up to 41. Said Teresa’s attorney in a statement: “As she did with respect to the allegations contained in the original indictment, Teresa intends to plead ‘not guilty’ to the allegations in the new indictment. “She looks forward to defending herself at the trial, scheduled for February 24, 2014. Beyond that, we will answer all of the charges in court, not out.”

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Teresa Giudice and Family to Be Spun Off by Bravo?

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Teresa Giudice may be the most hated woman on reality television. But we all know what that means, right? SPIN OFF! With pretty much every cast member on The Real Housewives of New Jersey hating on Teresa at the moment – did you see what Jacqueline Laurita said about her costar?!? – Bravo is reportedly considering a separate show for Giudice and her family members. Because, hey, controversy equals ratings. “All the drama and crazy things that Teresa and Joe have done is what makes them perfect candidates for their own breakout show,” a source tells Radar Online, adding: “They’re in talks right now and the show would include the whole Giudice side of the family, which would explain why we saw more of Joe’s brother Pete and his wife Sheila in last Housewives season.” Of course, there is one possible obstacle: Joe could face years in prison on fraud charges . Still, the network is “pushing forward” with the concept, this insider claims, and will simply adjust if Giudice heads to prison. Would you watch a Teresa Giudice spinoff?   Yes, I love her! God help us, no! Who?!? View Poll »

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When The Checks Stop Coming In: Former Nets Baller Tate George Indicted For $2 Milli Ponzi Scheme

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Former NBA Player Tate George Indicted On Wire Fraud Charges SMH. Clearly the NBA needs to step up their 401 K plan. Former NBA player Tate George was indicted Friday by a Newark grand jury for allegedly orchestrating a $2 million Ponzi scheme, the US Department of Justice said. George, who played four seasons of professional basketball as a guard for the New Jersey Nets and the Milwaukee Bucks, was indicted on four counts of wire fraud. Prosecutors alleged that George raised more than $2 million from investors between 2005 and 2011, claiming it would be used to finance George Group, his supposed real estate investment business. However, prosecutors said George Group had virtually no business at the time. Instead, the money was allegedly used to repay prior investors, to fund home-improvement projects and to pay for meals, clothing and gasoline. Under the wire fraud counts with which he is charged, George faces a maximum potential penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each count. An attorney for George wasn’t immediately available for comment. This guy looks like a complete doofus. We can’t believe anybody would even trust him with their money to begin with. Source More On Bossip! One In Every Family: Celebrity “Ugly Ducklings” Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: Jenny From The Block Still Wants To Hop On Diddy’s … Cheapskates: Celebrity “Jerks” That Left Horrible Restaurant Tips Nicki Minaj Tells Complex “I’m Trying To Prove That I Don’t Have To Settle For Less Because I’m A Female Rapper Or Because I’m Black”

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How a Lie on a Harvard Application Ended in Larceny, Fraud Charges [Brats]

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Someone hit the “panic” button beside Larry Summers’ desk—the Ivory Tower has been breached! A 23-year-old former Harvard student, Adam Wheeler , stands accused of lying in his Harvard, Fulbright, and Rhodes applications, and now faces 20 criminal charges. More

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