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Rumor Control: The Craziest, Most Outrageous, Unbelievable Rumors Of 2012

Craziest Rumors Of 2012 The Internet world is full of rumors. It’s what makes the net go ’round. 2012 was full of crazy rumors from real-life Olivia Popes to illegitimate kids nobody could prove. We’re here to count down all the insanity and see if any of these rumors actually got resolved. Take a look and find out.

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First Lady Fashion: Michelle Obama’s Most Festive Frocks

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Makin’ It Rain: Michelle Obama Gets Herself A Grammy Nod!!

She’s a winner in our eyes! According to Mrs. Obama’s White House Food Initiatives site , she’s just happy the nomination will keep people talking about healthier lifestyle choices… First Lady Michelle Obama has been nominated for a Grammy award in the Best Spoken Word Album category for the audio edition of her book American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America. Published last May, the lavishly photographed book is Mrs. Obama’s debut as an author, part White House memoir and part national call to action for the Let’s Move! campaign. It includes recipes from the White House chefs and gardening tips, and spotlights food access projects around the nation. “This nomination is such an honor not just for me, but for everybody who contributed to the garden and the audio book, from the National Park Service employees to our White House chefs to our beekeeper,” Mrs. Obama told People about her nod. Senior Policy Advisor for Healthy Food Initiatives Sam Kass, Executive Chef Cris Comerford, Executive Pastry Chef Bill Yosses, beekeeper Charlie Brandts, and Supervisory Horticulturalist Jim Adams have all devoted themselves to the Kitchen Garden, and wrote sections of American Grown. The 1,500-square-foot garden is maintained by National Park Service staff. The First Lady said she hopes the Grammy nod will continue to spotlight Let’s Move!, and keep “the conversation going about how we can all work together to ensure a healthy future for all our nation’s children.” She will be in the midst of celebrating the third anniversary of her childhood obesity campaign when the 55th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony takes place on Feb. 10th in Los Angeles. No word yet on whether Mrs. Obama will attend the star-studded event–last year’s Let’s Move! anniversary was marked with a three-day, multi-state tour–but Grammy wins run in the family. President Obama won one each in the same category for his books Dreams From My Father and The Audacity of Hope . Mrs. Obama will be competing against one of her husband’s most high-profile fundraisers for the music industry’s biggest prize: Former President Bill Clinton also got nominated for his fourth book, Back To Work: Why We Need Smart Government for a Strong Economy. Mrs. Obama is also pitted against Ellen DeGeneres, whom she famously demolished in a push-up contest earlier this year. DeGeneres was tapped for Seriously…I’m Kidding. Other nominees are singer Janis Ian for Society’s Child: My Autobiography and MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow for Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power. The ceremony will be broadcast on CBS on Feb. 10th, 2013. Big props to The First Lady! Images via tumblr

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Fireman Ed, Passionate Jets Fan, Hangs Up Helmet

Fireman Ed is apparently hanging up his helmet. Ed Anzalone – who has been a New York Jets fan since 1975 and who is known for his passionate chants of “J-E-T-S!” at home games – left his seat at halftime of the team’s embarrassing Thanksgiving night loss to the Patriots and then announced he will no longer attend contests this season. In his guest column for Metro New York , Fireman Ed does not cite the squad’s 4-7 record or the awful play of Mark Sanchez for his departure. Instead, he writes that “confrontations with other Jets fans have become more common, even though most Jets fans are fantastic.” The basis for many of these fights? Ed’s defense of Sanchez versus the desires of others to see Tim Tebow under center. “The stadium has become divided because of the quarterback controversy,” Ed explains. “The fact that I chose to wear a Mark Sanchez jersey this year, and that fans think I am on the payroll – which is an outright lie – have made these confrontations more frequent. Whether it’s in the stands, the bathroom or the parking lot, these confrontations are happening on a consistent basis.” Anzalone is a retired firefighter. He’s well-known around the stadium and also within the confines of the team, with Rex Ryan having given Ed a game ball after a 2009 upset of the Patriots. He also says he’ll remain a fan, he’ll just be rooting from afar going forward. “I have enjoyed my time in chanting the greatest chant in all of sports. I have enjoyed meeting all the wonderful Jets fans around the world and look forward to the day we all can raise the Lombardi Trophy as one and celebrate a world championship down the Canyon of Heroes.”

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Michelle Obama, Daughters Welcome White House Christmas Tree

The spirit of Christmas is already flowing through the White House. Michelle Obama, daughters Malia, 14, and Sasha, 11, and Portuguese water dog Bo welcomed the family’s tree to the historic residence Friday afternoon: The White House Christmas tree is a 19-foot Fraser fir from Peak Farms in Jefferson, N.C. It arrived on a red and green wagon drawn by two Clydesdale horses while the Marine Band played the classic carol “Oh Christmas Tree.” Festive! According to longstanding tradition, the tree will be displayed in the White House’s Blue Room and the First Lady will select and supervise the decorating. She’ll do a fine job, no doubt. After sampling the scent of the tree’s needles, Michelle Obama reportedly gave a thumbs-up and told onlookers, “It’s a go.” On November 6, voters said the same to another four years for the First Couple.

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Happy Birthday to The Lacheys!

Both Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey celebrate a birthday today, with the former 98 Degrees singer turning 39 and his wife a younger 32. But if you were thinking of getting the couple an adorable baby boy for the occasion, it’s too late! Vanessa gave birth to Camden John Lachey in September. We’ll just send along our very best wishes to the growing family instead and encourage all readers to do the same. Among other famous people whose birthday falls on November 9: Nikki Blonsky is 24; Eric Dane is 40; Chris Jericho is 42; and Lou Ferrigno is 61.

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The Bachelor Spoilers 2013: Sean Lowe Final Four Revealed!

It’s that time of year again! Not for The Bachelor – that’s still two months away – but for The Bachelor spoilers that annually give away major details before the season even starts! Woo hoo! What can we expect from the 2013, 17th season of ABC’s not-at-all-scripted guilty pleasure, starring Bachelorette finalist Sean Lowe? Read on to find out! The man, the myth, the Bachelor spoilers legend Reality Steve has done it again. The constant thorn in Mike Fleiss’ side has Sean’s final four and more! Who are the lucky ladies? Follow the jump for photos and details … In alphabetical order by first name, Sean Lowe ‘s top four are: AshLee Frazier! Yes, which the capital “L” in the middle. Obviously. She’s 32 years old and hails from Houston, TX. AshLee is a Personal Organizer for “Love It! Organized.” Her dad Bruce Frazier, is a pastor. Good fit for Sean! Catherine Giudici! From Seattle, she’s a Visual Designer at Amazon. Desiree Hartsock! A fashion designer for Serenity Bridal in Newport Beach, Calif., she likes riding horses, according to Steve. That’s always nice. Lindsay Yenter! She’s from Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. What do you think, based on the cheesey ABC head shots? Does Sean have good taste? We’ll post more information and details as they become available. Sean Lowe’s hometown dates with these four ladies were filmed October 27-November 1, with the rose ceremony cutting the field to three last Friday. The final three are now in Thailand for overnight dates and the final rose ceremony. It’s unclear as of now who made the final three, but when we know, so will you. Who do you think will be Sean Lowe’s final pick of the four ladies left? And are you excited to see him as The Bachelor? Share your comments below!

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President Obama Cries, Thanks Staff: "This Is Your Victory"

President Barack Obama’s all-business public persona sometimes leaves him looking distant, detached from personal relationships and intimate moments. Not here. In a video posted on his official site, he is seen choked up as he thanks a room full of campaign staffers for delivering his hard-fought 2012 election win : Obama Cries, Thanks Staff The Commander-in-Chief likened their work to his own early days in politics, lauding their ability and work ethic and thanking them for the victory. He told his volunteers and employees how proud he is of what they all accomplished and was inspired by their work ethic and desire to make a difference. Having “ lifted me up each and every step of the way,” Obama appears truly grateful to the staff, crying briefly in the aftermath of his final, bruising campaign. Pretty awesome moment to see from a U.S. President, the most powerful person on Planet Earth, no matter which way you voted on Tuesday. Heck, it blows away the Barack and Michelle Obama photo that his staff posted after he won reelection – and that was the most “Liked” photo ever! Obama’s second term: Will it be better than the first?   Yes, definitely Maybe, a little No, is it 2016 yet? View Poll »

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Swagged Out: Footage Of First Black Family Arriving Back At White House After Beating Money Mitt Election Night 2012 [Video]

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Beyonce Pens Handwritten Letter To President Obama

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Election Day is finally here and Beyonce is reminding the world that she supports President Barack Obama. The pop superstar, who serenaded President Obama and…

Beyonce Pens Handwritten Letter To President Obama