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Meet Raz Simone: 300’s First Artist

Seattle rapper announces new partnership deal between Lyor Cohen’s 300 and his Black Umbrella content group. By Rob Markman

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How Did Selena Gomez Stop Herself From Descending Into ‘Madness’?

Gomez opens up about her new indie movie and performs a new track, likely from the film, at Sundance. By Jocelyn Vena

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‘The Raid 2’: The Sundance Reviews Are In

Gareth Evans’ follow-up to ‘The Raid’ premiered at Sundance this week, and critics are raving! By Josh Wigler

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One Direction Know What Makes ‘U’ Beautiful: See The ‘Sesame Street’ Preview

1D pay homage to the 21st letter of the alphabet. By Jocelyn Vena

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Loraine Allison, Titanic Survivor, Exposed as Fraud By DNA Test

Loraine Allison, who came forward decades after the Titanic sank and claimed to be a young girl reported dead in the disaster, has been proven to be a fraud. Helen Kramer, who passed away in 1992, mounted a campaign for the surviving members of the affluent, Canadian family to accept her as Loraine Allison. That baby girl was killed aboard the doomed RMS Titanic in 1912. However, recent DNA tests by the Loraine Allison Identification Project show no genetic link between the Kramer and Allison family’s descendants. At all. DNA Test Proves Titanic Survivor Was Fraud “We have received the results of mtDNA testing,” the Loraine Allison Identification Project wrote, referring to a type of DNA passed down through the female line. “The results confirm that Mrs. Kramer was NOT Loraine Allison .” If true, this means Loraine Allison was in fact the only child to die from the first or second class on the iconic vessel. Sixty other children died aboard the Titanic. The Telegraph reported on the new DNA tests yesterday and spoke about the bombshell results with David Allison, grandson of Loraine’s uncle Percy Allison: “The Allisons never accepted Mrs. Kramer’s claim, but the stress it caused was real. It forced my ancestors to relive painful memories … immeasurable sorrow and unending grief.” His sister Nancy Bergman, added that the findings “uncovered a colossal fraud that has haunted my family for years. It was all about the money.” “Debrina wants to write a book and no doubt there are others out there who want to profit from our story. It is our story. Leave us in peace.” The whole identification fiasco stems from the fact that little Loraine’s body was never recovered, despite early news reports saying that she perished. In 1940, Kramer went public with the claim that she was saved. She said that at the last monute, Hudson Allison, Loraine’s father, placed her in a lifeboat with a man she grew up believing was her biological father. Her adoptive father, she said, told her about her true identify and history. He also said he was Thomas Andrews, the naval architect who designed the Titanic. These claims could not be verified, of course, because the man died shortly after telling her, according to the Loraine Allison Identification Project. None of Kramer’s immediate family believed her, but others did. In 2012, Debrina Woods, a woman saying she is Kramer’s granddaughter, said that she found a suitcase filled with letters between Kramer and her lawyer. This “proved” she was Loraine, to the chagrin of the Allisons. “What Ms. Woods doesn’t have yet is forensically certifiable proof of anything,” the Loraine Allison Identification Project said on its website this week. “Despite numerous inquiries from Titanic researchers and interested people from all over the world, Ms. Woods has never released her alleged DNA results.”

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Justin Bieber Laughs Off Drug Allegations, Is Just "On a Break"

In the face of allegations that he’s a drug addict who should attend rehab and is especially hooked on the concoction known as “sizzurp,” Justin Bieber reportedly has a one-word response: HA! Justin Bieber Drops 75K at Strip Club Insiders tell TMZ that the 19-year old finds this rumor hilarious. He doesn’t believe he abuses substances in any way and simply sees himself as being ” on a break .” The singer has no concerts or other professional obligations in the near future. Of course, drug talk isn’t the only concern for Bieber these days. He may be charged with a felony after likely egging his neighbor’s home. He definitely peed his initials into the snow in Colorado, with many onlookers watching in disgust. He reportedly dropped 75K at a Miami strip club over the weekend… and he may have texted Selena Gomez photos of his penis. And these are merely the latest Justin Bieber scandals! Remember the baby daddy chatter from awhile back? The assault assertions? The dissing of Bill Clinton? Relive each and every one below: 19 Biggest Justin Bieber Scandals Open Slideshow 1. Justin Bieber: Baby Daddy? In November 2011, Mariah Yeater accused Justin of fathering her child via a one-night quickie. The accusation eventually went away. View As List 1. Justin Bieber: Baby Daddy? In November 2011, Mariah Yeater accused Justin of fathering her child via a one-night quickie. The accusation eventually went away. 2. Justin Bieber Curses Off Fans He must have been having a bad day. In February 2012, Justin Bieber went off on some fans at Disneyland. 3. Justin Bieber Holds Fake Gun Yes, the gun was fake. But the controvery for Justin Bieber was very real in September 2012. 4. Justin Bieber Smokes Pot The first sign of trouble. Justin Bieber was photographed with a joint in his hand in January 2013. 5. Justin Bieber Accused of Bodyguard Assault Also in very early 2013, Justin Bieber was accused of assaulting a bodyguard who he eventually fired. 6. Justin Bieber Spits at Neighbor In March 2013, Justin Bieber got into it with his neighbor. A witness says the singer spit in the man’s face. 7. Justin Bieber Flips Out in London The video here says it all. In March 2013, Justin Bieber totally went off on a photographer in London. 8. Justin Bieber Makes Anne Frank Into a Belieber This was an odd on. In April 2013, Justin Bieber said he hopes Anne Frank would be a fan of his, somehow inserting himself into the history of this iconic individual. 9. Justin Bieber: Speed Freak! In May 2013, Keyshawn Johnson alllegedly confronted Bieber. He went off on the singer for driving too fast. 10. Justin Bieber: Cheap Skate! In June 2013, Justin Bieber was banned from a laser tag facility because he didn’t pay the bill in full. 11. Justin Bieber Pees in Mop Bucket Yes, this actually happened. A drunk Justin Bieber peed in a public mop bucket. 12. Justin Bieber Spits at DJ What’s up with Justin Bieber and spitting? He’s accused in July 2013 of this gross act when arguing with a DJ in Chicago. 13. Justin Bieber Gets Bloody in The Hamptons While partying in August 2013, Justin Bieber is accused of orchestrating a bloody parking lot brawl outside a nightclub. 14. Justin Bieber Drinks, Clubs in Texas Justin Bieber is not 21 years old. Hence the uproar over a night out in Texas in October 2013. 15. Justin Bieber Bangs at a Brothel In Novmber 2013, Justin Bieber was spotted leaving a brothel in Brazil. Draw your own conclusion! 16. Justin Bieber Steals Bike in Las Vegas Why did Justin Bieber steal a bicycle in Las Vegas? We wish we know. 17. Justin Bieber: Filmed in Bed! Justin Bieber clearly slept with some woman in Brazil. She even videotaped the singer while he slept! 18. Justin Bieber Eggs Neighbor’s Hom Justin Bieber kicked off 2014 by egging his neighbor’s home. Allegedly, that is, despite clear video proof. 19. Justin Bieber Urinates in Snow In January 2014, Justin Bieber peed his initials into the Colorado snow while onlookers stared in disbelief. Seems about right for the guy at this point.

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Rich Kids of Beverly Hills: OWNED By Bethenny, Audience!

It’s almost as though E!’s latest reality show #RichKids of Beverly Hills was designed to generate negative attention, and this week, Bethenny Frankel obliged. The show, which features five kids born into insane wealth parading around the titular L.A. suburb, made its debut on Sunday and Monday to major buzz. That buzz was not what you’d call positive, by and large, for obvious reasons, and when the five cast members stopped by Bethenny , they heard about it. Rich Kids of Beverly Hills on Bethenny While the Rich Kids of Beverly Hills did get some support (“We can’t hate you because you were born rich”), it’s clear this show rubs most folks the wrong way. On Bethenny , it was revealed that star Jonny Drubel thought the average household income was $100K and that the average toilet paper roll was $10. When he tried to defend himself saying he’d have no way of knowing that fact, Frankel replied “but you wipe your ass!” and the floodgates opened. Some choice comments from the talk show host’s crowd: I don’t understand what story you’re trying to get out. You’ve had everything handed to you. You’re eating off a silver spoon. You’re a bunch of brats. Pretty much. But they are who they are … #RichKids of Beverly Hills Open Slideshow 1. Rich Kids of Beverly Hills Picture A nice picture of the #RichKids of Beverly Hills. These people are SO COOL (not)! View As List 1. Rich Kids of Beverly Hills Picture A nice picture of the #RichKids of Beverly Hills. These people are SO COOL (not)! 2. Rich Kids of Beverly Hills Selfie A shot of the Rich Kids of Beverly Hills. One of the kids looks like he’s balding. 3. Rich Kids of Beverly Hills Pic The Rich Kids of Beverly Hills. Not really kids and not really all that rich … but they have their own show. 4. Some Rich Kids of Beverly Hills The Rich Kids of Beverly Hills think they’re all that. We think they need to get knocked down a peg. 5. Dorothy Wang and Morgan Stewart Dorothy Wang and Morgan Stewart of The Rich Kids of Beverly Hills fame. 6. #RichKids of Beverly Hills Cast The Rich Kids of Beverly Hills are E!’s new reality stars. You may punch yourself in the face on cue. 7. Rich Kids The Rich Kids of Beverly Hills are really more like Young Adults. But they act like kids, so whatev.

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Watch The Originals Online: Season 1 Episode 11

Last night on The Originals Season 1 Episode 11, Sophie came up with a drastic plan to save Davina, whose sudden illness is impacting the entire French Quarter. Will it work? And what will the fallout be if it does not? That was the question. The Originals offered their support for the surprising plan, while Rebekah continued her own plan – to gain control of the city – only to face a setback of sorts. Elsewhere on The CW’s hit Vampire Diaries spinoff, Hayley apologized to Elijah for her recent betrayal of his privacy, and Klaus reveals his clan to Hayley. What else went down in the latest episode, “Apres Moi, le Deluge”? Click below to watch The Originals online and see for yourself … Watch The Originals Season 1 Episode 11 Online

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Sherri Shepherd Apologizes for Anti-Gay Remarks, Explains Religious Upbringing

Sherri Shepherd has something in common with Juan Pablo Galavis and Phil Robertson : All three have gotten into trouble for various anti-gay remarks. In Shepherd’s case, controversy broke out this week following an interview with Fusion host Alicia Menendez. Asked about the biggest misconception people have about her, Shepherd said some feel she’s overly “judgmental” and “homophobic” going on to explain why… and coming across to many as, well, homophobic. “You grow up being a Christian and you grow up believing homosexuality is a sin; you’re going to hell if you’re a homosexual,” the comedian said of her views. “This is something that they teach in churches. So it’s something that I grew up believing. Shepherd went on to say she “might not agree” with the gay lifestyle, but she isn’t going to argue with it, either. But she’s “trying to make it to heaven by the skin of my teeth” and she asks folks to respect how she feels about homosexuality in her attempt to make it there. As you might expect, some took exception to the idea that Shepherd could claim gay people are sinners while still making it sound like she’s not against them, a confusing line to walk that she tried to explain yesterday on The View. “I’m truly sorry to anyone I’ve offended,” Shepherd began. “My interview was misrepresented, and only a portion of my comments were used as a headline to give the impression that I was condemning members of the LGBT community living in their own truth. She went on: “In the interview, I express I was raised as a child to have a certain set of beliefs, but my beliefs have evolved significantly as my own personal relationship with Christ has increased. “I believe that love is the grace of all things and I have no desire to judge anybody by who they are. I’m a person of compassion and anyone who knows me knows that I love, I accept, I embrace everybody who has love in their hearts. So I love you.” Sounds heartfelt to us. Are you buying it? Will this opinion affect the show’s ratings? Those of Duck Dynasty dropped in the wake of Robertson’s contentious views, while The Bachelor has remained steady after Juan Pablo said it would set a bad example of ABC ever aired a gay season of the hit show.

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Lindsey Vonn to "Skinny-Fat" Stars: Eat a Cheeseburger!

Lindsey Vonn is an Olympic gold medalist and a gorgeous celebrity who is dating Tiger Woods, but even she goes through some insecurities regarding body image. Last year’s Met Costume Gala in New York City was tough for her to attend for that reason, the 29-year-old confesses. Vonn told SELF in its latest issue: “It was hard to go … with people who eat lettuce and a Diet Coke for dinner. It’s difficult to be at events with a room full of women who weigh half as much as you do,”. She doesn’t want to be like those girls, though. That she makes clear. “I don’t envy them, though, because so many of them are skinny-fat. They have more cellulite than most people. I feel like I need to give them a cheeseburger.” “It’s sexy and beautiful to be strong.” Her boyfriend helps her stay strong, she said, and not just physically. With Vonn unable to compete in the 2014 Olympics, she’s leaned on Tiger more than ever. “He’s helped me stay patient through rehab,” she said. “Golf is all about patience. He helped me take it one day at a time. I’d say, ‘Why can’t I do this? I want to!’ And he’d say, ‘You’ll get your chance. It will come.’” “We’re good for each other. I don’t know what he’s learned from me, to be honest. But we push each other and help each other when we’re down.” You won’t see her in Sochi, unfortunately, due to her knee issues … but you can see tons of great Lindsey Vonn photos below and become very jealous of Tiger: 17 Sizzling Lindsey Vonn Photos Open Slideshow 1. Winter Hottie Lindsey Vonn may ski in the Winter Olympics, but she’s a big-time hottie. Look at her in this photo. View As List 1. Winter Hottie Lindsey Vonn may ski in the Winter Olympics, but she’s a big-time hottie. Look at her in this photo. 2. Lindsey Vonn Makes Skiing Hot Skiing is a winter sport, but Lindsey Vonn could melt the snow right off the mountain. 3. Lindsey Vonn Photo Ready to get up close and very personal with Lindsey Vonn? She’s easily our favorite Olympian. 4. Lindsey Vonn Bikini Shot Lindsey Vonn in a bikini in SELF. If that doesn’t make you want to see the Olympics, what will? 5. Lindsey Vonn Bikini Photo A smoking hot Lindsey Vonn bikini photo. Goodness. 6. Lindsey Vonn Bikini Pic Lindsey Vonn in a gorgeous bikini photo in Sports Illustrated. Cold out there no?! 7. Lindsey Vonn Sharon Stone Photo Lindsey Vonn as Sharon Stone in her ESPN Magazine photo shoot. 8. Tiger Woods, Lindsey Vonn Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn are officially dating – they posed for some cute pics on her Facebook page, confirming it! 9. Lindsey Vonn at 2012 ESPYs She’s one of the best looking athletes of our time. Say hello, folks, to Lindsey Vonn! 10. The Talented and the Beautiful Lindsey Vonn poses here for the 2010 Swimsuit Edition of Sports Illustrated. She combines beauty and talent. 11. Topless in the Cold Isn’t Lindsey Vonn freezing in this photo? We guess that’s not the case when you’re this hot as a human being. 12. Sports Illustrated Photo Prior to the Winter Olympics, Lindsey Vonn lay back and took a break. We’re lucky enough to get a glimpse at her doing just that. 13. Vonn, Lindsey On looks alone, Lindsey Vonn is very pretty. But this ugly bathing suit sort of ruins it for us. 14. Ugly Bathing Suit We approve of Lindsey Vonn’s beauty. This bathing suit? Not so much. 15. SI Sex Pot Yes, Lindsey Vonn can ski very well. But maybe her future is in modeling. 16. Lindsey Vonn Pic Lindsey Vonn is more than a world champion skier. She’s a certified beauty, as well. 17. Lindsey Vonn SI Cover Lindsey Vonn covers this issue of Sports Illustrated. Many feel the magazine has objectified the skiing star.

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