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Tops & Flops: A Week in Fashion!

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:30:00 -0800

From star-studded charity benefits to red-carpet premieres, this week had its fair share of fashion's sins and big wins. Whose looks were second rate, and whose were great!? You decide!

Susan Boyle to Sing on 'Dancing with the Stars'

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:08:00 -0800

Scottish singing sensation Susan Boyle is reportedly set to impress with her pipes on "DWTS."

The 48-year-old " Britain's Got Talent" finalist will head to L.A. for a "Dancing" appearance early next week, her rep tells People.com.

Boyle's new album, I Dreamed a Dream, is expected out Nov. 24.

Jennifer Lopez Sues Ex-Husband Over Alleged Home Videos and Movie Project

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:02:00 -0800

ET has obtained a multi-million dollar lawsuit filed by Jennifer Lopez against her ex-husband Ojani Noa, who Lopez claims is trying to release a movie about their marriage as well as home-video footage of her. The story follows:

Lopez accuses Noa and another defendant, Ed Meyer, of producing and marketing a proposed feature film called ‘How I Married Jennifer Lopez: The JLo and Ojani Noa Story.’

The star singer and actress contends that such a project would violate a settlement agreement (containing non-disparagement and non-disclosure clauses) she and Noa entered into in 2005.

Rob Pattinson, Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart Talk 'New Moon'

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:09:00 -0800

With only days left until 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' rises in theaters, ET is sitting down with the cast for a series of revealing interviews!

Today, we have a sneak peek of our interviews with Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner. Then, come back starting on Monday for new extended interviews with everyone from Rob, Kristen and Taylor, to the Cullen clan, to the Volturi, and even the Wolf Pack!

Come back every weekday until 'New Moon' premieres in theaters on Friday November 20 to see a new ET video with the cast!

R Family Vacations Sails On

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:45:00 -0800

Although Rosie O'Donnell and wife Kelli have announced they are splitting as a couple, their r family vacations, formed with friend Gregg Kaminsky, sails on.

A spokesperson for O’Donnell told ET today, “There will be no changes in r family vacations, and it’s business as usual for the company, which is well underway with planning for 2011 and continuing to book for 2010.”

R family vacations, founded by Kelli and travel entrepreneur Kaminsky, provides family vacations for gays, lesbians, their families and friends. Its maiden voyage featuring Rosie, Kelli and their children was documented for the HBO Emmy-nominated documentary "All Aboard! Rosie’s Family Cruise."

Sneak a Peek! Brand-New 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon' Pics!

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:11:00 -0800

Just in! Take a look at the sizzlin' new pics from 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon'! The highly anticipated sequel sinks its teeth into theaters Nov. 20.

Report: Jaycee Dugard Tried to Cover Up Her Identity

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:00:00 -0800

Jaycee Dugard reportedly gave authorities a false name and became defensive under questioning in the hours before her alleged kidnapper, Phillip Garrido, was arrested.

A report by California's Inspector General goes as follows: On August 26, Dugard initially identified herself to Garrido’s parole agent as “Alyssa” and said she was the mother of two younger girls with her.

When the parole agent continued to question her, she became “defensive and agitated, wanting to know why the parole agent was interrogating them.” She said she knew Garrido was a registered sex offender, but added that he was “a changed man and a great person who was good with her kids.”

Choose the Model Who Will Join Heidi Klum When she Hosts the Victoria's Secret Fashon Show!

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:10:00 -0800

"The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show" announces the Top 10 finalists in its model search to determine who will win a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to strut the runway -- and ET has photos of the 10 women who hope to become the next Runway Angel. Check them out, and then vote starting Monday, Nov. 9 at VSallaccess or cbs.com. "The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show," hosted by Heidi Klum, will air on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 10 p.m. on CBS.

Joe Jackson Seeks Allowance from Michael Jackson's Estate

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:00 -0800

Michael Jackson's father is trying to obtain an allowance from the late singer's estate.

ET has obtained court documents filed by an attorney for Joe Jackson in Los Angeles on Friday, in which the 81-year-old is seeking an allowance from his son's estate.

The papers state that Jackson "has been without support since the death of his son…," and "is in urgent need [of] funds to maintain his household."

New Pics: Ellen DeGeneres as O Magazine Cover Girl!

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:15:00 -0800

ET has your look at the two covers of next month's O magazine -- where Ellen DeGeneres and Oprah Winfrey pose in winter white for the highly anticipated cover shots!

Ellen will appear on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" on Monday, Nov 12 -- the same day the December issue of O magazine hits newsstands.

Usher's Divorce Final

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:42:00 -0800

Singer Usher is now officially a single man.

The Associated Press reports that Usher's divorce from former wife Tameka Raymond was made official on Wednesday.

Divorce papers that were filed by Usher back in June stated that the marriage was "irretrievably broken" and "there [was] no reasonable hope of reconciliation." Usher also revealed that the two actually separated in July 2008 and had been living apart since then.

Jackson Reality Show Premiere Date Announced

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:36:00 -0800

The A&E cable network has announced the premiere date for the Jackson family reality show.

A&E has announced that "The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty" will debut on December 13 and focus on Jackie, Jermaine, Tito and Marlon Jackson as the four brothers get together and gear up for a concert tour.

The show will also cover the Jackson brothers' lives coping with the untimely death of Michael Jackson. It is unclear if the King of Pop's children will appear in the show.

Jennifer Love Hewitt's Steamy Pole Dance on 'Ghost Whisperer'

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:50:00 -0800

Melinda (Jennifer Love Hewitt) has a paranormal encounter with a stripper, who takes possession of her body to give her a message from the other side!

Want to see Jennifer's steaming hot pole dancing? Check out the clip of when Melinda gets possessed and pole dances in the "Devil's Bargain" episode of "Ghost Whisperer."

Also in the episode, Melinda's husband Jim (David Conrad), surprised by one of his colleague's nonchalance to a paranormal encounter, suspects that the man is involved in a med student's sudden disappearance.

Video: Levi Johnston Reacts to Conan O'Brien's Apology

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:24:00 -0800

ET was with Levi Johnston Thursday night as he watched "The Tonight Show" and heard host Conan O'Brien's personal apology for "misrepresenting him in any way" during a skit the night before. Read on for more...

Levi tells ET: "I'm glad I gave him something to talk about on his show. Obviously it's good that I'm on there."

On Thursday's "Tonight Show," Conan said he'd woken up to "shocking news." "Apparently the tweets that we read were counterfeit," Conan said referring to the skit he did that used quotes from a Levi impersonator. "They were written by a clever impostor posing as the witty Levi Johnston. And the real Levi is very angry with us now."

Kathy Ireland Reveals Secret 'Dancing with the Stars' Injury

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:18:00 -0800

"Dancing with the Stars" can take a toll on the contestants. Now Kathy Ireland has revealed the secret pain she's been suffering since doing the show!

Taking to her Twitter account, Kathy states: "...the truth is, after my little spin on DWTS I'm going to have knee surgery."

She adds that the reason she kept her pain a secret was because she didn't want pity. "Did not want people to know during voting process because sympathy votes and drama are not my thing," she writes.

Oprah Goes on the Record About Status of Her Show

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:39:00 -0800

ET has the latest...

It's the question making headlines -- will Oprah Winfrey pack up her long-running number one talk show and move it to her own soon-to-be launched cable network?

"She has not made a decision yet," Oprah's production company told ET in a statement. "As she has previously stated, she'll be making an announcement before the end of the year."

Meanwhile, CBS Television Distribution added, "Nothing has changed. The decision is Oprah's to make. As we have stated repeatedly, we love Oprah and if she wants to continue her show then we want to continue to be in business with her."

Rihanna Says She Hated Chris Brown After Beating

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:49:00 -0800

ET has the latest...

As her interview series with Diane Sawyer continues, Rihanna reveals her true feelings for Chris Brown.

Although Brown made a public apology, the singer says she could not forgive her ex for brutally beating her.

"I just said to him, 'I can't do this.' I resented him," she says. "I always put the tough face on and try to, I can do anything face, and just try to play it off. But he knew."

'A Single Man' is Singular Sensation at Screening in LA

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:21:00 -0800

'A Single Man' was screened Thursday night during the Closing Night Gala of the American Film Institute Festival. The movie, based on Christopher Isherwood’s novel, marks fashion designer Tom Ford’s directorial debut.

Tom told ET, "It's the kind of thing that you dream about. You're not sure if it'll ever really happen and then when it does, it's absolutely surreal." New to the process of movie-making, he admitted, "Editing surprised me. It wasn't hard, I loved it, but I really...didn't understand what could happen in an editing room."

Colin Firth, who plays the lead character George, received a BAFTA Award for Humanitarianism directly after the screening. Tom praised the star, saying, "Colin as an actor, he is so subtle and nuanced and he can communicate without moving a thing on his face. He can really telegraph what his character is feeling and I think he inhabited this role beautifully…"

'Dancing with the Stars'' Joanna Krupa & Derek Hough Reveal Their Guilty Pleasures!

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:15:00 -0800

Joanna Krupa and her professional partner Derek Hough go one-on-one -- only for ET! The partners have a good time because they make each other laugh, so when ET asks them to interview each other, the good times roll!

When Joanna asks, "What is the best thing about dancing with me?," Derek responds, "Your determination and your good work ethic. But most importantly, you are a really great person. It is like coming to work with one of my buddies. And you make me laugh when you laugh because your laugh is so contagious."

Joanna reveals that her nickname for Derek is goofball, "because that is what you are. You are just a fun goofball."

Stars Collide at BAFTA Awards

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:46:00 -0800

The British Academy of Film and Television swam to the other side of the pond to honor some of Hollywood's leading talents at the BAFTFA/LA Britannia Awards on Thursday night.

Governor Arnold Schwarzennegger had the honor of presenting the legendary Kirk Douglas with the Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Filmed Entertainment. Douglas offered advice to aspiring actors, saying, "Stay out of acting. It's too difficult. But, if you must be an actor, give it your all."

Actor Colin Firth, who was honored for his humanitarian efforts, had such a busy night, rushing from a screening of his film 'A Single Man' to the awards, "I forgot my pants. We had to go back across town," he revealed to ET. He was happy to report that the film was "warmly received." It was his "first time ever at an event at the Chinese Theater, which is quite something. I've never been there for any other reason than…when I was a kid I went and put my hand in John Wayne's handprint."