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All Aboard the Anne Heche Comeback Express!

“Like much of the film-going world, my eye was caught this week by the re-emergence of a Hollywood star with a history of mental health issues that sent their once-glittering career off the rails,” writes Danny Leigh at the Guardian . “But I’m not thinking of Joaquin Phoenix, protagonist of what we all know for sure now is the hoax documentary I’m Still Here — although that does make for an interesting comparison. Because the person on my mind has been Anne Heche.” Mine too! Who’s with us? [ Guardian ]

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Guy Pretends to Be a Yo-Yo Master, Fools Local TV News

Filed under: Humor , Videos , News / Politics This scheming prankster pulled off a Kaufmann-esque stunt at least three times for local news stations. Kenny “K-Strass” Strasser pretends to be a yo-yo master and then shows up unprepared, socially awkward and unable to perform any actual tricks. Somehow, he is able to secure air time without demonstrating any actual talent or stage presence. You’d think there’d be some kind of screening process before these people are put in front of a live feed. Here is some background on the hoax: At WISC in Madison, Strasser was booked and ready to go on “News 3 This Morning.” But things took a strange turn when Strasser said on the air, “Do you want to hear a scary story?” Colin Benedict, the station’s news director, said the anchors were confused. They thought a yo-yo champion was supposed to be on. Instead, Strasser started talking about his personal story of alcohol and drugs. Some of his commentary is genius, Andy Kaufman -level banter. It’s definitely worth watching if you relish painfully awkward moments. Share via:// Deadspin Continue reading

Dr. Conrad Murray Impostor Exposed

Filed under: Michael Jackson There is someone pretending to be Dr. Conrad Murray — asking his fans for prayers and support — but TMZ has learned it’s a fraud. Just one day after the real Dr. Murray appeared in court to face an involuntary manslaughter charge in the death of … Permalink

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Heene Family — Guilty of Bad Acting

Filed under: Balloon Boy Just in time for Oscar season, the Heene family released a video that shows them reacting as the balloon they thought (not really) their son was in floated away. The family gave the video to CNN, which aired it during “The Situation Room” …

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Balloon Dad — Felony Payday

Filed under: TV , Balloon Boy For a convicted felon, Richard Heene claims he has some serious job opportunities flyin’ in from N.Y. — where there isn’t a high demand for carpenters or balloon builders … you know what they do need?

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Balloon Dad Pleads Guilty

Filed under: Balloon Boy Richard Heene just pled guilty to one felony charge of attempting to influence a public servant.The judge has not sentenced him yet.

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Balloon Boy’s Mother — It Was All a Hoax

Filed under: Balloon Boy The mother of the “Balloon Boy” has finally come clean — admitting the whole ridiculous fiasco was the hoax everybody knew it was anyway.In a search warrant affidavit that was released today, Mayumi Heene told sheriff’s deputies her and Richard … Permalink

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Balloon Boy Accomplices Sought; Richard Heene in Deep $h!t

The Heene family, accused of perpetrating the Balloon Boy hoax to promote a reality show, are looking at some serious criminal charges this week or next. The couple’s lawyer, David Lane, expects charges to be filed by Wednesday, and says the Heenes will themselves in to avoid the spectacle of a public arrest. Ironic that Richard Heene does not want a public spectacle this time.

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Sheriff: Balloon Boy Incident a ‘Hoax’

Filed under: Balloon Boy Larimer County Sheriff Jim Alderden says they have evidence that the runaway balloon incident was a “hoax” and a “publicity stunt” to promote a reality show.Alderden says they plan on filing charges against Richard and Mayumi Heene soon — one of … Permalink

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Boyless Balloon Take-Off Vid — Hoax?

Filed under: Balloon Boy The Heene family has released video of their flying saucer “accidentally” taking flight — before they allegedly thought six-year-old was inside.Papa Richard Heene can be seen releasing the balloon and then screaming at his wife for not holding onto … Permalink

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