Pope Francis has once again broken from tradition. The religious figure, who shocked many last month when he said he would not pass judgment on homosexuals , posed this week for what many consider to be the first-ever pontiff selfie. The head of the Catholic Church followed the lead of a few Vatican visitors who turned their camera phone on themselves and then posted the picture on Twitter. As you can imagine, the image has gone more viral than a multiple-person pool alley-oop . Check it out here: Pope Francis Selfie
Scott Disick has apparently learned a lot from Kanye West. With his quasi brother-in-law thinking he’s Jesus (or, to be precise, ” Yeezus “), Kourtney Kardashian’s baby daddy has posted a photo to Instagram of him and his relatives at The Last Supper. It’s unclear why, but it’s also rather hilarious to study: There’s Kris Humphries hanging out. There’s Kanye earning an inclusion. And there’s Kendall Jenner as… Judas?!? Based on the recent claims of Michael Girgenti , you’d think Kourtney would earn this traitorous spot at the table. Maybe in a few weeks if Girgenti’s paternity claims prove to be true. What do you think of Disick’s photo? Is it cute? Harmless? Or will Scott soon be rotting away for all eternity because he’s comparing himself to Jesus Christ in this reimagination of the iconic meal?
Flo Rida took to the stage this morning as part of the Today Toyota Summer Concert Series, rocking out to a compilation of “Wild Ones,” “Can’t Believe it,” “Whistle,” and “I Cry.” But many in the crowd and on the Internet took more note of what the rapper rocked around his neck than the words that came out of his mouth: One seriously HUGE Jesus Christ necklace. “It’s the sign of success,” said Flo Rida. “I put God first in everything I do.” But would Jesus want the artist spending so much money on a piece of jewlery over other causes to which the cash could go? Is that what the bible teaches? So critics ask, at least. Join the debate now: What do you think of Flo Rida’s Jesus bling? It’s inappropriate! It sends a good message View Poll »
Leah Remini is allegedly still battling Scientology, and the whereabouts of the long-unseen wife of church leader David Miscavige is the sticking point. The actress has filed a missing person’s report with the LAPD regarding Shelly Miscavige, whose vanishing indirectly led to Leah leaving the religion. “Our missing persons unit informed us that [Remini] did file a missing person report on a Shelly Miscavige,” a spokesperson for the LAPD said. “That is all we are going to say at this time.” News of her LAPD filing was first reported by anti-Scientology journalist Tony Ortega, who also was among the first to report on her rift with the church. Leah Remini left Scientology in part, due to blowback she allegedly received after inquiring into Shelly Miscavige’s apparent vanishing in recent years. Ortega reports that when she inquired about her whereabouts, church spokesman Tommy Davis told her she “didn’t have the f***ing rank to ask about Shelly.” The blog noted that the unofficial word is that Shelly has been at the church’s Lake Arrowhead compound in San Bernardino County, Calif., since 2005-06. Neither David Miscavige (Tom Cruise’s best man in his wedding to Katie Holmes) or other officials have confirmed her presence there, or her health. Remini’s criticism of David was also said to be a key factor in her decision to leave the controversial church, which she insists she will not be silenced by. Scientology has not commented on the missing persons report.
Troubled Teen Mom 2 celebrity Jenelle Evans is head over heels for her new boyfriend, Nathan Griffith, but is he just using her as his meal ticket? While Jenelle’s husband, Courtland Rogers, sits in jail (he’s unable to post bail), it turns out Nathan has been in the local courthouse many times too. Nathan Griffith , 25, has had one traffic case, one common pleas case and two civil cases against him, indicating that he may have financial problems. A $5,005.82 judgment was entered against him in April, and just one month before he bought a house with Jenelle, he was evicted from his place. According to Horry County court records in South Carolina, Nathan’s landlord entered a plea to have him evicted and it was granted on May 20. Jenelle Evans purchased a new $135,000 house in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina so she and her boyfriend of several months could move in together. “Jenelle got a house with Nathan and she’s really happy about it,” a source said, but “it’s suspicious timing that Nathan has all these money problems.” “He’s already under attack for being called a ‘deadbeat dad‘ for child support stuff, so it’s clear Jenelle has expectations when it comes to the men she dates.” We’re guessing there’s a word (“low”) missing from that Radar quote ? Either way, Nathan also had a traffic violation in 2012 when he was charged for driving without a license, so it looks like the two have a lot in common! Griffith, a model, recently shot down rumors that he is gay, saying sodomy is against his religion . He has yet to address his fiscal problems on Twitter. How long do you think these two will last?
In the aftermath of the n-word scandal that got Paula Deen fired by Food Network , the embattled chef wants to clear the air once and for all. She offered a second video apology for using racial slurs in the past, and issued a statement thanking the channel for 11 “great years” on TV. Paula Deen Apologizes Again Said Paula Deen in her statement released to CNN: “I have had the pleasure of being allowed into so many homes across the country and meeting people who have shared the most touching and personal stories.” “This would not have been possible without the Food Network.” “Thank you again. Love and best dishes to all of ya’ll.” The mea culpa was too little too late for the network, which announced that Deen would not be returning following a bizarre video statement Friday afternoon. This morning, Deen’s hour of programming was already yanked from the channel. Deen came under fire after admitting last month under oath in a lawsuit deposition to using racial slurs , including the n-word, in the past. After bailing last minute from a scheduled appearance on Today to address the scandal, Deen released a video “apology” on YouTube. That video (below) was so poorly received that only made the situation first. She then posted a second (above), but the damage was done. Paula Deen Statement on Racial Slurs “Your color of skin, your religion, your sexual preference does not matter to me,” the 66-year-old Deen said in the follow-up apology video. ” I want people to understand that my family and I are not the kind of people that the press say that we are. I’ve spent the best of 24 years to help myself and others.” “I am here to say that I am so sorry. I was wrong, yes. I’ve worked hard and I’ve made some mistakes. But that is no excuse.” Sources say the fallout from the discrimination lawsuit filed against her, along with her management’s clumsy damage control, left Food Network no choice. The first apology video – in which she appears to be reading from a script and stumbling over vague, non-compelling words – was the final straw.
Newly-minted heterosexual Antoine Dodson is speaking out about his recent conversion, claiming he’s had sex with women and that it was a good time. The infamous YouTube home intruder thwarter said Friday that he’s ” no longer into homosexuality ” and will be living life right as per his Hebrew Israelite religion. Asked by TMZ if he feels that being gay is a choice, the famously flamboyant Antoine Dodson said, “I feel like homosexuality is put on people at early ages.” “[It’s] in the things we see and hear and what’s exposed to us.” Moreover, he says he’s gotten his freak on with girls in the past. “Sex with women is not new to me,” Dodson said. “It was fun.” “I got enjoyment out of it. But I was hurt by a woman as a teen.” So is his goal to be cured of homosexuality? Can that be done? “I believe when you get to a certain age,” Dodson said, “You begin to feel different about things and as things change, you begin to want more.” So … that’s a qualified yes?
For reasons that defy comprehension, Kandi Burruss wants the world to know that she played a role in “Tardy for the Party.” The Real Housewives of Atlanta star is suing fellow cast member Kim Zolciak for unlawfully licensing, distributing and selling the track, which she wrote and Kim sang on. Or at least attempted to sing in. Kim Zolciak – Tardy for the Party In a statement to Too Fab, Zolciak says in response to the legal action: “This is nothing short of a publicity stunt, I find this lawsuit funny yet sad. Coming after me now and this song is 4 years old? I have in fact overpaid Kandi and have documents to prove it and my legal team will handle this accordingly.” This just in: NBC is moving #Smash to Saturdays at 9 pm beginning April 6. Ironically, the lawsuit is likely good publicity for Zolciak’s “Don’t Be Tardy,” as that spinoff premieres on Bravo on April 16. Kandi, meanwhile, is being represented by a name Bravo fans know well: Phaedra Parks .
It’s official: Jorge Mario Bergoglio is your next Pope and we know exactly what you are thinking: How does Snooki feel about his election? Fortunately, that reality star and many other celebrities have taken to Twitter and expressed their view on the new pontiff. Read on for their reactions… Mario Lopez : Big moment for the church & for those of us who call ourselves Catholics. I hope Pope Francis comes with an open heart & open mind… #Faith Snooki : Yay for Pope Bergoglio!! He’s adorable. Piers Morgan : Pope Francis 1 is known as a frugal, humble, moderniser. Sounds just what the Catholic Church needs. Joy Behar : It’s already starting. Donald Trump wants to see the new Pope’s birth certificate. Craig Ferguson : Rumors already swirling in Hollywood that the new Pope will replace Leno on NBC at 1130. Star Jones : I’m not Catholic…but am excited by the election of #NewPope. May he be blessed with wisdom & the love of Christ. Mia Farrow : American Catholics praying for a liberal Pope who will lead reform. But that is unlikely. Carson Daly : I like the new pope. Opted for silence before he first spoke. Pray for me before I pray for you. Humble. #goodstart
