Last night, Rza debuted his new headphones. “Chambers” by Rza (sponsored by WeSC) debuted at the Trousdale nightclub in Hollywood on Thursday, and tons of celebs were in attendance. We spotted Russell Crowe, Craig Robinson, Eli Roth and shock-rocker Marilyn Manson all in attendance to get their hands on the new headphones!! Follow Hollywood.TV on Facebook @ facebook.com
Jay-Z and Kanye West’s Watch The Throne tour will be kicking off in Atlanta, GA next week and in support of the outing Jay and Ye will be releasing a series of behind the scenes clips through their new partnership with VOYR.( spotted @nahright ) ( Looking for a party in Chicago? Click here! ) The first vignette shows Kanye West going through his verse for “Otis.” RELATED POSTS: Kanye West Delivers G.O.O.D. News! Kanye West And Russell Simmons Occupy Wall Street [VIDEO]
Duchess Catherine is undergoing a royal education. According to UK reports, Kate Middleton is receiving “private tutorials” with senior civic leaders to help train and prepare her for her many public duties. “The story is broadly accurate,” a Palace source confirms, although talk of private lessons helping Kate look and act more regal “is probably going to far.” Prince William’s wife has performed just one official engagement since her April 29 wedding, but her royal schedule is set to ramp up in 2012, sources report. “The Duchess is being briefed on how the state works, as well as getting to know our national institutions better and learning more about organizations such as the arts, the media and the government,” the Daily Mail says. “Most of [Kate’s training] is on the job, through engagements, and from her husband and his family,” explains the Palace source, regarding the recent reports. “What The Duchess is doing is using time to get to know institutions and charities so she can determine a path for her to follow when she begins public work.” Next Monday, Kate Middleton and Prince William will open the new Oak Centre for Children and Young People at The Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton, Surrey. The children’s center specializes in cancer diagnosis, treatment, research and education, and will be one of the most comprehensive of its kind in all Europe. With his lovely wife by his side, William will unveil a plaque to officially open the center before he and Kate meet hospital staff, key donors and fundraisers. As for when we’ll hear about a pregnant Kate Middleton , chances are she’s got that part figured out. No need for private lessons there, just practice! Sorry. [Photo: WENN.com]
Entertainment Tonight aired its exclusive interview with Taylor Armstrong last night, as the Real Housewife of Beverly Hills went into detail regarding the alleged violent nature of her late husband, Russell. Taylor Armstrong Speaks on Russell Armstrong After explaining how Russell once beat her over a pizza order , Taylor continued: “The first time [Russell] ever really harmed me physically, I was pregnant with Kennedy and he grabbed me by the throat and held me against a wall. Nothing had really happened to set him off, but I saw his ability to go from zero to 60 that quickly.” Taylor says Russell was aware of where his temper might lead him, but he just couldn’t help it: “He would grab me by one side of the hair on my head and bang the other side of my head against the car. He mentioned he was afraid he might kill me, and I think he meant in an almost accidental way, that he would get so angry at me at some time that he would hit me, and I would hit something, or he would grab me by the neck and something would go wrong.” Taylor would cover for her abusive husband, she adds, even once blaming her daughter for her hospital visit: “I could have lost my eye, for sure. I told the doctor that Kennedy had kicked me. Because Russell told me to tell him that. And Russell went with me to the appointment, and sat in the chair with me the entire time. And when I came out of the flap repair, he immediately came into the recovery room with me, and stayed there until I left. And… I didn’t want him to go to jail, so I guess that was all right. What do you think of Taylor Armstrong taking these accusations so public? It’s…
UK writer/director Andrew Haigh’s Weekend is pretty much perfect: a sweet, small, intimate story of an unassuming lifeguard named Russell (Tom Cullen), who meets and falls in love with a cheeky chap named Glen (Chris New) over one poignant weekend. Glen insists on tape-recording many of his conversations with Russell for a project, including the first exchange they have after making love. This confidential rapport evolves into a highly emotional, sexually frank connection, and when Glen announces that he’s moving to the U.S. for schooling, Russell must resolve his own feelings about himself and Glen’s departure.
Will Cher perform on Dancing With the Stars this season? That’s unclear, but she’s made it clear she will be there at least once to support son Chaz Bono. Sources connected with Cher and Chaz say the criticism over a transgender contestant has given the star even more resolve to stand behind her child. Cher is not saying which day she’ll show, or if she will sing on one of the results show, but has made it clear she will be in the audience “at least once.” Insiders say Cher’s motive is not to drive votes for her son but simply to show support and make a statement against what she considers to be bigotry. Last week, the proud mom took to Twitter to hit back at those who say Chaz – her only child with Sonny Bono – coming on the show is somehow wrong. While there have been some harsh critics, Bono has the vocal support of partner Lacey Schwimmer, as well as co-stars Elisabetta Canalis and Kristin Cavallari . Nice to see Cher showing support in person – would you expect otherwise? Chaz on DWTS: What’s your take? [Photos: Fame Pictures]
With an autopsy already having confirmed that Russell Armstrong died by hanging, Los Angeles County Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter added to that report today by providing the results of toxicology tests run on the late reality star. And he confirms that no drugs or alcohol were in Russell’s system at the time of his death. The body of Taylor Armstrong’s husband, from whom she had filed for divorce in July, was discovered hanging from an apartment ceiling on August 15. Despite no evidence to back up their claim, family members now apparently believe Russell was murdered (in relation to his ongoing financial struggles) and are considering the hiring of a private investigator. [Photo: WENN.com]