Karrueche Tran and Chris Brown have set the selfie bar very high for 2014. It’s going to be hard to top this effort … in terms of public nausea induced. To sum up the image in question, which really speaks for itself: Chris Brown is sticking his tongue out, and Karrueche Tran is sucking on that thing. Magical. Looks like Tran’s big plan to spend New Year’s with Chris in rehab came to fruition, and the couple made the best of his less than ideal surroundings. Give her credit for standing by her man through thick and thin … but come on Karrueche Tran . Just … who sucks on another human’s tongue?! Putting aside the more obvious questions of who takes a photo of this and who shares said photo on the Internet … who does this to someone, period? We suppose the most positive spin we can put on the gnarliest selfie of 2014 so far (and very possibly for the whole year) is that Chris seems happy. If he becomes the kind of dude who posts disgusting PDA pics with his girlfriend online instead of raging against girls and guys alike? A net positive. Happy New year!
Did Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade actually cheat on Gabrielle Union when he got another woman, Aja Metoyer, pregnant earlier this year? Earlier this week, just days after Wade and Union got engaged, the NBA player confirmed he fathered a love child while the two were on a break. Wade said the two “worked through” the issue privately, and that he has known the woman, Metoyer, for many years and that this was a “blessing.” But were Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union really broken up nine months before Aja Metoyer gave birth to Dwyane’s son, Xavier, on November 10? If so, it didn’t last long. On February 1, just about nine months before the love child’s birth, Gabrielle posted a romantic photo of the pair together for a “Flashback Friday.” On February 5, Gabrielle was Instagramming about Dwyane, posting a photograph of the NBA star and her dog Sasha, calling him her “boyfriend.” Dwyane Wade Fathers Child on Break From Gabrielle Union Gabrielle Union Engaged to Dwyane Wade On February 19, she posted another photo with the caption: “It takes a village to help an actress learn her lines… @dwyanewade takin a break from his Gatorade commercial to give me a line reading. Thanks coach :)” Similar postings continued here and there through March. In April, Union stopped posting pictures of Wade and started posting sad quotes like “We cannot start over, but we can begin now, and make a new ending.” Another quote hinting at trouble in paradise reads, “Sometimes you have to get knocked down lower than you have ever been, to stand up taller than you ever were.” On May 16, he returns to the picture , with Union posting a photo of the couple together and looking happy, along with the caption, “I like this dude.” It’s not clear when he impregnated his baby mama, but it sure looks like their “break” happened after March, so his explanation is a little bit suspect. Makes you think …
Will Phil Robertson’s controversial, now-infamous comments on homosexuality mark the end of Duck Dynasty? Should they? That’s a question many are asking. The answer won’t be an easy one, especially for A&E, which announced that the patriarch of the popular family show had been placed on indefinite suspension . But can the ratings juggernaut even go on without its central character, the man who presides over the family and leads the dinner time prayers? And will fewer people watch Duck Dynasty online or on TV, and buy less show merchandise, given Phil Robertson’s remarks about gays and gay sex? “All shows run their course,” said an insider close to the production. “This still has at least another season or two in it. Granted, the overall feeling of uninhibited love that this country has had for the show and brand will likely start to turn a bit.” Since Duck Dynasty boasts such a big cast, losing a cast member won’t prevent them from moving ahead with the popular series, even if the focus shifts. The creative and marketing teams still face major problems , however, as Phil is ultimately the leader of the family and the source of many “words of wisdom.” He is also the founder of the multi-million dollar Duck Commander business that the show prominently features, and thus his absence likely going to hurt. As a result, it will be tough for A&E to continue airing the program without inciting protests from LGBT, African American and rural interest groups. Phil Robertson Suspension, Anti-Gay Backlash They just may not have a choice, says one TV insider. Nor is the show likely to find a home anywhere else if A&E were to cut ties with the Robertsons. “There isn’t a network out there that would do things differently, with all their corporate conglomerate ties, they’d all follow a similar course as A&E has,” said the source. “It’s likely the beginning of the end for Duck Dynasty .” Is it, though? Many fans would be upset if the show did not go on, and want to see Robertson similarly reinstated and the network lift the suspension. A&E is facing threats of audience boycotts and outrage from devoted fans of the program since it made the decision to suspend Phil Robertson . Calling it an act against freedom of speech and those who hold traditional Christian values, critics of the network feel he is being unfairly persecuted. While Robertson did not apologize for his anti-gay comments , in which he likened gay sex to bestiality and prostitution, he did explain in a statement: “I myself am a product of the 60s; I centered my life around sex, drugs and rock and roll until I hit rock bottom and accepted Jesus as my Savior.” “My mission today is to go forth and tell people about why I follow Christ and also what the bible teaches, and part of that teaching is that women and men are meant to be together.” “However, I would never treat anyone with disrespect just because they are different from me. We are all created by the Almighty and like Him, I love all of humanity.” “We would all be better off if we loved God and loved each other.” What do you think? Did Robertson deserve to be suspended? Yes, obviously. He was way over the line. Maybe. I can see why A&E decided to. No way. He’s just stating his opinions, people! View Poll » Should Duck Dynasty be canceled by A&E? Yes. There’s no going back from this low point … No! Bring back Phil and quack on! View Poll »
McGosling fans, rejoice. According to reports, Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes are “taking a break” in their relationship after deciding they were “moving too fast.” 2 Fast 2 Furious, you could say. See what we did there? Eva was in a movie by that name … anyway. The actress and The Notebook hunk are on a break! Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes on Break “There was a realization before Thanksgiving that they took things way too fast and were rushing toward a marriage that neither of them particularly needed,” a source said. “They’ve decided to take a break to reevaluate their romance.” And with that, we can reevaluate the rumors circulating earlier this fall that Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams are getting back together!! Maybe!!?? According to a source close to the actor, Gosling, 33, is the one who is undecided about a future with Mendes, whereas “Eva wanted to have his babies.” Don’t they all. Mendes, 39, has been Gosling’s girlfriend for more than two years, whereas he and Rachel haven’t been together since … several years before that. Eva was reportedly upset with Ryan this year after McAdams, his Notebook co-star and ex-girlfriend, called him for comfort after her split from Michael Sheen. McGosling is not back together … at least not yet, despite the rumors tying the two together for months. But she may well be a factor in all this. Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams Back On? “The real question is how Eva figures into Ryan’s plans,” the source said, adding that she’s starring in his directorial effort, How to Catch a Monster, in 2014. “They both know they need some kind of resolution in their relationship before they go out and promote their movie, in which Ryan directed Eva in a very big part.” “At the end of the day they are both so uncertain about their future. Don’t be surprised if these two resurface together for New Year’s,” the source adds. And don’t be surprised if we watch The Notebook on New Year’s in the event that reconciliation happens, yearning for what might have been. In the meantime … #McGoslingForever!!!!!!
Fifty Shades of Grey leading man Jamie Dornan is taking on another challenging new role. He and wife Amelia Warner have welcomed their first child. It’s a boy! Information on the tyke’s name, and other details were not yet available. This is the first child for the actor, 31, and his wife, an actress who has appeared in movies including Quills and Mansfield Park. They got married in April. The new dad will certainly have his hands full for the next few months. The reason you likely know who he is? He’s filming the big Fifty Shades of Grey movie . Dornan took over the role of Christian Grey from Charlie Hunnam. Come February 2015, expect a lot of Jamie Dornan naked . “I’m a fairly worldly guy,” the former Calvin Klein model told Entertainment Weekly of tackling the part, which requires him to engage in some graphic sex scenes. “I grew up in a very liberal place. I’m not saying we had a [red room], but I’m not shocked by the sex in the book. It’s essential to tell the story.” When he’s not at work, he’s focused on family in Canada. The new family of three will be spending the holidays at a rented home complete with a Christmas tree, in Vancouver near the Fifty Shades of Grey set. Dornan is “thrilled” to become a dad, says a friend. Congratulations to the new parents!
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson appeared to be having a Thanksgiving weekend together … until she was spotted leaving her dad’s house in tears. The actress’ day with her family came to a crashing halt as she bolted her father’s house on November 29. Photographers saw her crying as she departed. Was she brought to tears because Rob wasn’t there? Camera flashes went off as K-Stew made her way to her car, and tears streamed down her face from the swarm of attention, according to X17 Online. Some of Kristen’s friends and family members appeared to be trying to console her, but it was no use as the star looked extremely shaken up. After pushing away people and rebuffing attempts to help her and dissuade her from leaving, finally, she got into her vehicle alone and drove off. Her holiday had been going so smoothly, too. On Thanksgiving Day, Stewart was seen spotted looking happy as she and a friend walked to a grocery store to pick up some last-minute ingredients. The next day, Kristen was then spotted walking near her dad’s house, and appeared content. A source said “she seemed happy and looked relaxed.” While it’s easy to point finger at Rob’s absence as the source of Kristen’s anguish, because that makes for good celebrity gossip , it’s all very unclear. Remember, this report comes on the heels of others saying that Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson are 100 percent back together and serious. The fact that Rob was nowhere in sight could’ve been the reason she was upset, sure … but more likely it means he had nothing to do with it at all.
Emily Maynard and Tyler Johnson are dating, and you could say things are getting pretty serious between The Bachelorette and her new boyfriend. After two public broken engagements, Emily and Tyler, who met at church, are “very serious,” according to a source close to the single mother: “He’s met her daughter, Ricki, and they’re already like a little family unit… They take each other to weddings and will be spending the holidays together.” As for whether she’ll be headed to the altar with Tyler following her two broken reality TV engagements to Brad Womack and Jef Holm , respectively? Not quite yet. Emily Maynard ‘s personal life has been plagued with drama for years now, so she wants to keep the new romance private, and slow it down, for some time. “She’s also had two public, broken engagements so she’s definitely going to hold off on getting engaged again until they are very, very sure,” the source explains. Fair enough. Basically, she only wants to get engaged one more time and only one more time, so she’s cautious even if things are going great with him right now. Emily was also engaged to Ricky Hendrick, the race car driver who was killed in a crash before she even knew she was pregnant with their daughter. Little Ricki has been prominently featured on her two seasons on TV, so that probably factors into her wanting to keep things quiet going forward. Maynard, who currently resides with her daughter in Charlotte, N.C., most recently launched a new jewelry collection and is enjoying time out of the spotlight. After her unsuccessful turns as The Bachelor contestant and The Bachelorette star, one can see why she might want to go the low-key route from now on. As for the current season of the ABC franchise, check out The Bachelor spoilers for the latest scoop on Juan Pablo Galavis’ forthcoming journey for love.
Gabe Day is a “bipolar stoop kid taking care of biz.” Or so the 18-year-old son of Daniel Day-Lewis claims in his new music video for “Green Auras.” Gabe Day Lewis – Green Auras Gabe attends Sarah Lawrence College near New York City and is a rapper, produced by artist J. Cole, who just released the music video for the track. He covers a host of topics , including his feelings about his father. “Call me Gabe Day and not Gabe Day-Lewis,” he raps. “Cause if you’re trying to call me out, I’m going to Gabe Day-Lose It! I know what my name is and I know what fame is. Judging someone for their dad is just as bad as being racist.” Alright then. Throughout the video, Day appears to be smoking weed, and even explains at one point with the lyrics, “self-medicated cause my heart and my throat hurt.” Day is the son of French actress Isabelle Adjani, with whom Daniel was in a relationship for six years, but whom he left in 1995 before their son was born. He then moved on to Deya Pichardo, and when Adjani heard that he had married, she called Pichardo to congratulate her … only she was not the wife. Unbeknownst to Pichardo or Adjani, the British actor had wed Arthur Miller’s daughter, director Rebecca Miller, while filming Miller’s The Crucible . The couple is still married and has two younger sons. Gabe addressed his mother’s loss in the rap, spouting, “I feel the most grief for my mother who has no one left in her life but me and my older brother.” He also discussed his personal struggles, at length. “I find out that I’m bipolar, now I wear it like a badge. I was on a bad path. I did too many drugs. Felt like coping on my own when all I needed was a hug. “I had a bad trip, reevaluated my life,” he continues. “Thank god I survived, ’cause it’s easier to smile.” Amen, Gabe Day (not Gabe Day-Lewis).
While rumors continue to circulate that the Kim Kardashian-Kanye West wedding will be filmed for television , we now have an update on an alleged prenuptial agreement that has been reached between both halves of the famous couple. And it includes some unusual clauses. To wit, sources claim there’s a “cheating clause” and a “drug clause” in the document, along with a clause that states Kris Jenner cannot have any input in Kim’s career. Moreover, there’s reportedly a plastic surgery clause as well, one that actually prohibits Kim from going under the knife. Learn more about the prenuptial agreement and what it might mean for Kimye now: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West: What Does Their Prenup Say?
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:
