No these 23 celebrities aren't dead, though you probably thought they were. From teen heart-throbs to Academy Award Winners, these stars just haven't been doing much lately. Check out our slideshow below to find out who they are! 1. Pauly Shore Remember this guy? It’s been a while since we’ve seen Pauly Shore, and even longer since the comedien has starred in anything remotely well-known. Okay, maybe that’s an overstatement for Encino Man, Son-in-Law, and Bio-Dome, but you get the idea. 2. Amanda Bynes Seriously, what the heck happened to Amanda Bynes? She hasn’t appeared on any screen since 2010. She announced that she was retiring from acting back in 2012. She’s been dealing with some pretty serious personal problems for a while. 3. David Schwimmer Nothing can compare to David Schwimmer’s role as Ross on Friends, but we’re pretty bummed he hasn’t done much since then. He is, however, set to appear on a new series in 2016. 4. Alexis Bledel The Gilmore Girls star resurfaced for a reunion this summer, but otherwise, it seems like Alexis Bledel has been pretty dormant. She did make a few appearances as a not-so-Rory-like character on Mad Men, but we hoped she’d do so much more after Gilmore Girls ended. 5. Bridget Fonda Bridget Fonda has disappeared, but she’s still very much alive. The actress, known for her roles in The Godfather Part III, Single White Female, and Jackie Brown, hasn’t appeared on our screens in over 10 years. 6. Dave Chappelle Where have you been, Dave Chappelle? Though he returned to stand-up a couple of years ago, he seems to have fallen offf the map ever since he left Chappelle’s Show. View Slideshow
Farrah Abraham says her long-awaited return to Teen Mom: OG, which we’ll see in just a few hours marks an emotional and exciting chapter in her life. She also says it’s time to close the book on the MTV franchise after this season. The controversial 23-year-old reality star, sex tape star and author previewed tonight’s episode and beyond with The Hollywood Gossip this week. What did we learn from Farrah Abraham ? You might be surprised … Those of us who saw the explosive, already-infamous Teen Mom sneak peek of her freaking out know that we’re in for a wild ride beginning this evening. What made her so upset, though? Was it frustration with producers about being cut loose from the show, then asked back, as many have speculated? Not entirely. “I know due to editing a comment by my father Michael was left out,” she says, adding that this combined with other factors, leading to her “tears of frustration.” Farrah also says reports of the Teen Mom cast being upset by her return are misguided … mostly. One co-star in particular has been hating, and hard. “Amber did not care and found it odd I was not apart of the show,” she says, while “Catelynn was persuaded by Maci to view my coming back as negative.” This struck Farrah as bizarre, given that Catelynn Lowell, with whom she had mended fences, and fiance Tyler Baltierra “seemed excited on their own at first.” Maci Bookout, according to Farrah, “did her best to have a negative outlook on me coming back as you will see through the season their ending responses.” Abraham’s thoughts on the rebooted franchise in general are mixed. “I feel like there is a Time and place for Teen Mom OG,” which she says will show fans the “true story” of how these young women have come of age. On the flip side, it’s time for the show to run its course and move on. “Beyond this I don’t feel that Teen Mom shows need to continue,” Abraham adds, teasing the major life changes she and her daughter are going through. “Teen Mom fans will get to see the thrilling journey Sophia and I are on, from moving from Iowa, to Austin, Texas, and how we balance with our exciting lives.” “From type of schooling choices, family relationships, and work opportunities,” Farrah promises viewers, “it will be a season unlike any another.” View Slideshow: Farrah Abraham Instagram Photos Her mother, Debra Danielson, and Farrah “have come a long way” and despite the tension tonight, the show “helped us make changes for the better.” Abraham also dished a little on her new beau Simon Saran , who she’s been with for five months after meeting him at a charity gala in San Diego last year. “We equally do business,” she says, noting that dating a celebrity with her resume is a non-factor. “He has no issues with me being a business woman.” Farrah’s next career pursuit is her plastic surgery apprenticeship , a story that has gained a good deal of traction on the web in the last several days. “After years of utilizing plastic surgery for positive changes in my life,” she says of this endeavor. “I’ve seen it help me as a person and help my life thrive.” “I look forward to becoming the best plastic surgeon I can be, to impact others lives and families … that is my passion.” Bigger than all of that, though, is her #1 job: Mom. “I’m most proud being an amazing parent to Sophia and that is above everything else,” she says. “I will say being a top reality star and celebrity has been the most exciting but has truly coached me to becoming the best business woman I can be.” “I’m happy to be self-made and never stop learning.” As for any misconceptions about her that people might have read or heard, and she’d like to clear up, once and for all? Let’s her her answer that in closing … “Can we all yell it, ‘PORN PORN PORN’ … I’m not in the porn industry but I do have novelty items being produced that I’ve won an award for given my celebrity sex tape [sales].” Tune in tonight to MTV to see all the drama go down and watch Teen Mom online to see Farrah’s return and catch up on past episodes anytime, anywhere. View Slideshow: 17 Insane Teen Mom Moments
One of the most famous Scientologists of them all has spoken out in defense of his religion. During an appearance today on Good Morning America, John Travolta was asked about the attacks against Scientology that have become prevalent since HBO aired the scathing documentary Going Clear. And he replied by echoing what Will Smith once said about parents: these critics just don’t understand. “People really need to take time and read a book…that’s my advice,” Travolta said. “You could read New Slant on Life or Dianetics, and I think if you really read it, you’ll understand it. “But unless you do, you’ll speculate, and I think it’s a mistake to do that.” Travolta has practiced Scientology for our four decades. Along with Tom Cruise, with whom Travolta is allegedly feuding , the Pulp Fiction actor is considered the face of the movement. “You know, 40 years for me I’ve been part [of Scientology], and I’ve loved every minute of it,” Travolta added. “My family’s done so well with it, and it’s a beautiful thing for me. I’ve saved lives with it and saved my own life several times.” The aforementioned HBO movie claims that when Travolta was once going to quit the religion, the church of Scientology threatened him and his family with a “black PR package,” something that included “damaging material” from taped sessions during which he shared intimate life details. It’s safe to assume these had something to do with the rumors that Travolta is gay . The veteran star, however, maintains that he hasn’t “experienced anything the hearsay has claimed.” View Slideshow: 17 Celebrity Scientologists
Demi Lovato often changes the color of her hair. She once joked that it’s because she’s bipolar . But this? This new look? This goes above and beyond the occasional blonde or pink dye job . DEMI LOVATO HAS SHAVED OFF PART OF HER HAIR! The singer just released the above photo on Twitter, including with it a caption that reads: “IDGAF #NEONLIGHTSTOUR.” For those wondering, that acronym stands for I Don’t Give A… exactly. We’re ask what you think of Lovato’s new ‘do, but will there really be contrasting opinions in this case? Let’s hope her locks grow back quickly. And let’s take a look at a few other crazy celebrity hairstyles, shall we? 19 Totally Crazy Celebrity Hairstyles Open Slideshow 1. Willow Smith Pink Hair Willow Smith has now gone pink. The young singer keeps changing the color of her locks. What do you think of the latest? View As List 1. Willow Smith Pink Hair Willow Smith has now gone pink. The young singer keeps changing the color of her locks. What do you think of the latest? 2. Amanda Bynes Shaves Head Amanda Bynes shaves half of her head. There she is with the new look. 3. Rihanna, Short Curly Hair Rihanna and her natural, short and curly hair make a silly face on Instagram. 4. Natalie Dormer Shaved Head Natalie Dormer has shaved her head for The Hunger Games. What do you think? 5. Claire Danes Hair Claire Danes surprised Emmy viewers with this new bob hairstyle at the awards show. 6. Paris Jackson New Haircut Paris Jackson’s edgy new haircut, from the front, as seen here in February 2013. Like? 7. Michelle Obama Bangs Picture Michelle Obama’s bangs: Fan? Not a fan? 8. Snooki Red Hair Snooki with red hair. Fan? Not a fan? 9. Christina Aguilera Braid Christina Aguilera raised eyebrows with her wild pink braid on The Voice last night. Check it out! 10. Lady Gaga Shaved Head Lady Gaga shaves her head in honor of Terry Richardson’s late mom. We’re not entirely clear why, but there you have it. 11. Lena Dunham Short Hair Lena Dunham has chopped off all her hair. What do you think of this look? 12. Kim Kardashian as Diana Ross Kim Kardashian tries to make like Diana Ross in this picture. Are you down with her look? 13. Miley Cyrus Short Hair Whoa there, Miley Cyrus! Look at the new ‘do on this young star. What do think of it? 14. Connor Cruise Mohawk Connor Cruise has given himself quite the haircut. What do you make of his new look? 15. Demi Lovato, Pink Hair Demi Lovato’s pink hair is all the rage these days. Admire it. Discuss it. 16. Lady Gaga’s Rainbow Hair Lady Gaga’s rainbow hairstyle makes for a terrific fashion statement. 17. Ke$ha Goes Gold Ke$ha in unafraid to mix up her look. In this case, she has glued gol studs to her scalp. 18. Nicole Richie Purple Hair Pic Nicole Richie now has purple hair. What do you think of the star’s fresh look? 19. Demi Lovato Shaved Head Demi Lovato has shaved her head!!! What do you think of this unusual look?
It was the most awkward, random, unexpected flub of the 2014 Oscars: John Travolta got up on stage… gushed over Idina Menzel… and then introduced the Broadway legend as ” Adele Dazim .” The Internet was left in stitches and in the hours that followed: How did he screw up the singer’s name this badly? How did he not acknowledge the mistake soon afterward? John Travolta Destroys Name of Idina Menzel Well, now Travolta has done so. “I’ve been beating myself up all day,” the actor said a statement, referencing the Academy Award-winning song Menzel belted out on stage and adding: “Then I thought, what would Idina Menzel say? She’d say, let it go, let it go!” Okay, that’s pretty funny. Well done, John Travolta Publicist! According to sources, Menzel herself laughed it off, with an insider telling People “she thought it was funny.” And it certainly didn’t affect her vocals. Watch the artist do the track justice now: Musical Performances from the 2014 Oscars Open Slideshow 1. Idina Menzel – “Let It Go” Idina Menzel performs “Let It Go” from Frozen during the 2014 Academy Awards. What an amazing show! View As List 1. Idina Menzel – “Let It Go” Idina Menzel performs “Let It Go” from Frozen during the 2014 Academy Awards. What an amazing show! 2. Pharrell Williams – “Happy” Let’s get “Happy,” people! Pharrell breaks out a fun version of “Happy” here for the 2014 Academy Awards. 3. Bette Midler – “Wind Beneath My Wings” Bette Midler brought the crowd to its feet and brought a tear to our eye with this version of “Wind Beneath My Wings” at 2014 Oscars. 4. Pink – “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” Pink paid homage to The Wizard of Oz at the 2014 Academy Awards via this version of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” 5. U2 – “Ordinary Love” U2 took to the stage at the 2014 Academy Awards and sang”Ordinary Love,” a nominated song from Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. 6. Karen O – “The Moon Song” Karen O performs “The Moon Song” from the film Her at the Academy Awards in this video. Watch now.
Take solace, Jennifer Lawrence . You may have fallen at the Academy Awards for the second consecutive year, but you did not make biggest blunder at last night’s ceremony. Far from it in, fact. John Travolta took to the stage at one point during the event and introduced Broadway star Idina Menzel to sing the Oscar-nominated track “Let It Go” from Frozen. Except somehow, some way, Travolta pronounced the artist’s name as “Adele Dazim.” Watch the epic gaffe now: John Travolta Destroys Name of Idina Menzel Fortunately, Travolta’s mistake did not affect Menzel’s performance in any way. She brought the house down with what went on to win Best Original Song: Idina Menzel – “Let It Go”
The news about John Travolta just keeps coming. Well, by news we predominantly mean largely unfounded rumors and celeb gossip . But it’s in the news just the same. The latest salacious Travolta gossip: Doug Gotterba, his alleged gay lover of yesteryear, believes the star used his celebrity status to manipulate him often. That includes pressuring him to make a sex tape. Doug Gotterba alleges he had a passionate six-year relationship with Travolta while he was his pilot, and claims the star wanted to film them … you know. “It came up, but I said no,” Gotterba claims. “He wanted to film it, and I said no … [the topic came up] when we were watching porn in his bedroom.” He says that he met Travolta in February 1981 and they soon became lovers, but that he always felt like the actor was in control of the relationship. “If he didn’t get his way, I knew about it. Whenever he got his way, I was treated like royalty,” he said. “He used his celebrity and manipulation to get his way.” At least he was a gentle, passionate and sexual creature . [Photo: WENN.com]
Also in Tuesday morning’s round-up of news briefs, John Travolta will receive honors at a Swiss festival this fall. Rebel Wilson heads for a new indie project. And Woody Allen ‘s next film is starting to take shape. Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger in The Tomb Swedish filmmaker Mikael Håfström will direct Stallone and Schwarzenegger will star opposite in The Tomb centered on a professional on structural security who must then escape a prison of his own design, Deadline reports John Travolta to Receive Zurich Film Festival Honors The Zurich Film Festival will present John Travolta with its Lifetime Achievement Award – the Golden Eye – at its festival taking place September 20 – 30. He’ll receive the award opening night ahead of the gala premiere of Oliver Stone’s Savages , THR reports . Rebel Wilson Set for Unicorn Store Bachelorette star Rebel Wilson will star in indie feature Unicorn Store , which Miguel Arteta is set to direct, Variety reports . Interns Expand Law Suit Against Twentieth Century Fox Two interns who last year sued Fox Searchlight over unpaid work on the Oscar-winning film Black Swan are now expanding their legal action to include all internships at parent company Twentieth Century Fox. Alex Footman and Eric Glatt’s latest suit could have a major impact on working practices in Hollywood, where unpaid internships have risen in recent years. Fox itself says it changed its guidelines in July 2010 to ensure that all interns are paid at least $8 an hour, The Guardian reports via THR . Sales for Woody Allen’s Next Film to be Handled by Focus Woody Allen’s next untitled film starring Alec Baldwin, Cate Blachet, Louis C.K., Bobby Cannavale, Andrew Dice Clay, Michael Emerson, Sally Hawkins, Peter Sarsgaard, Max Casella and Alden Ehrenreich will be sold through Focus Features International. Principal photography begins in San Francisco and New York next month, Deadline reports .
The unofficial and slightly bizarre-sounding Raging Bull II sequel may be currently filming , but that will be moot if original Raging Bull studio MGM gets its way in a lawsuit filed this week. Claiming breach of contract over a 1976 agreement signed by boxer Jake LaMotta, MGM claims they had first offer-rights to any sequels to the Martin Scorsese classic — and since the makers of Raging Bull II are billing the pic as a sequel (the numeric title is hard to argue around), the studio is crying foul. If MGM has its way, not only will the film never see release, its makers could face compensatory damages of an amount intended to deter future imitators. Could this be the end of Raging Bull II and similar faux-sequels? Developing… [ Deadline ]
