Back in 2007, Sam Riley burst on the scene with a starmaking performance in the critically acclaimed film Control . Poised to be the latest hot British import to invade U.S. shores, Riley followed Control up with two intriguing-on-paper titles — Franklyn with Ryan Phillippe and Eva Green and 13 opposite Ray Winstone, Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham, Michael Shannon and Alexander Skarsgaard. The rest, as they say, is history — though maybe not the kind Riley initially envisioned.
When Charlie Sheen is spewing nonsense about warlocks and winning, it’s easy to laugh along with the unemployed actor. But then it’s also important to remember: He’s been accused of, and arrested for, multiple assaults against women. This is a shady individual whose issues go far beyond whatever he puts in his own body and whatever words he uses against Chuck Lorre. Denise Richards is constantly aware of this fact, however, which is why sources say the actress has increased security around her and her daughters. She’s taken such a step in light of Sheen’s recent, hate-filled Tweet that labeled her a “traitor” and a “dog killer.” “Denise and her girls live a simple life,” an insider tells Pop Eater . “She wants Sam and Lola to have normal lives, but after the recent threats and verbal attacks, she has increased her security. When you are dealing with a mad man, it’s better to be safe than sorry.” While the public is first getting a look at the dangerous side of Sheen, it’s one with which Richards has been unfortunately aware for years. Says the source: “If Charlie is willing to put those evil tweets out in public, you can only imagine what he has called Denise in private… Denise is no longer angry – she’s scared.” Does anyone blame her?
Tom Bergeron won’t be the only one refusing to give Chris Brown a standing ovation tonight. The Dancing with the Stars host has already voiced his displeasure over that controversial star appearing on this week’s results show, and now Cheryl Burke has spoken out against the performance, as well. “As a victim of domestic violence, I don’t agree with him coming on the show, but it’s out of my control,” she told Extra . Earlier this year, Burke opened up about her past and admitted she was molested as a child . It should be an interesting evening on ABC, that’s for sure. Do you think Brown should be welcome on such a national stage?
The gunman who shot Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and 17 others in Arizona this morning has been identified as 22-year-old Jared Loughner . He uploaded a number of strange videos to YouTube expressing convoluted philosophical and political views. And he hates Giffords. More
Filed under: Miley Cyrus , Billy Ray Cyrus Miley Cyrus ‘ father — Billy Ray Cyrus — says he just found out about the video of Miley smoking a bong — and his first reaction … “There is much beyond my control right now.” Billy Ray hit his Twitter page to react to the video of Miley smoking… Read more
Filed under: Miley Cyrus , Billy Ray Cyrus Miley Cyrus ‘ father — Billy Ray Cyrus — says he just found out about the video of Miley smoking a bong — and his first reaction … “There is much beyond my control right now.” Billy Ray hit his Twitter page to react to the video of Miley smoking… Read more
CBS just signed its second TV deal based on a Twitter account, and inked Ashton Kutcher to produce. Hollywood now officially has a monster crush on movies and TV serials about websites. More
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Filed under: Zsa Zsa Gabor , Nurse! Zsa Zsa Gabor has been taken to a hospital, but sources tell TMZ her condition is not life-threatening. We’ve learned the person who called 911 from Gabor’s house mentioned flu-like symptoms and body pain. We’re told a private ambulance has taken Gabor… Read more
Filed under: Samantha Ronson , Celebrity Justice , Pets There’s a criminal investigation underway in connection with the fatal attack involving Samantha Ronson ‘s dog. Officials from the County Department of Animal Care & Control tell TMZ there is a criminal investigation underway to determine cause of… Read more
As promised , last night’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! was all about bare-bones production. After a power outage shut down the control room and broadcast transmission center just an hour before taping on Monday, the host took matters into his own hands by recording the whole show on his Macbook Pro. The low-tech solution was entertaining and endearing, as last night’s guest — Seth Rogen — searched his anecdote arsenal for stories unrelated to drug consumption. Click through for the tinny result as well as the other highlights you missed last night while convincing your boyfriend to buy you Anne Hathaway’s illegally obtained bling .
