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Video: How Dame Elizabeth Taylor Tried to Help Michael Jackson

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:33:00 -0700

Dame Elizabeth Taylor, longtime friend of the late Michael Jackson, met with the King of Pop in the past to help him with what she once called his "medical problem," and now ET has footage of Dame Elizabeth talking about flying to Mexico City in 1993 to have a face-to-face discussion with Jackson over his ailments.

"I have suffered and dealt with the same kind of medical problem now afflicting my friend, Michael Jackson," Taylor said in a press conference.

Watch the video to hear Dame Elizabeth's stunning press conference, and hear ET special correspondent Diane Dimond break down reports that Taylor helped check Jackson into a rehabilitation center.

Startling Video: Michael Jackson Catches Fire

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:42:00 -0700

Horrifying footage has surfaced of Michael Jackson's accident on the set of a Pepsi commercial in 1984. Watch as for ten, terrifying seconds Michael is on fire.

US magazine obtained the footage of the King of Pop's hair bursting into flames after the fireworks for the production went off too early. In the video, Jackson initially doesn't seem to know he's on fire, walking onto the stage normally.

Once he realizes his head is on fire, he frantically spins in circles and takes off his jacket to fend off the flames. People then rush the musician to help put out the fire that leaves Jackson with a bald scalp.

Diane Dimond on Michael Jackson's Drug Use

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:33:00 -0700

ET special correspondent Diane Dimond, who has been covering Michael Jackson news since 1993, talks about the accident that she claims led to Michael's drug use.

It was a TV spot that went bad. The King of Pop was filming a Pepsi commercial when, during the sixth take, Michael's hair caught on fire. He was rushed to the hospital with burns to his scalp and face.

"That was a horrific accident, and that is the point at which Michael Jackson was introduced to the world of painkillers," Diane says. "After that, and all the cosmetic surgeries, he became hopelessly addicted."

ET Debunks Dame Elizabeth Taylor Hospitalization Report

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:27:00 -0700

ET has learned that Dame Elizabeth Taylor's recent hospital visit was not related to the tragic news of her friend Michael Jackson's passing. Read on for details...

A rep for Taylor tells ET that a New York Post column published on Tuesday that claimed the star was hospitalized after a meltdown over Jackson's death is false.

"She is in for standard tests and a minor 'though painful' surgical procedure," her rep said. "That’s it. No drama, no shrieking, no sedation required. Nobody on her staff is worried. Period."

Miley Cyrus' Magical New Movie

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:01:00 -0700

Wish you had magical powers? Miley Cyrus will in an upcoming fantasy flick.

Miley is set to star in the big-screen adaptation of 'Wings,' about a shy teenage girl who learns she is a fairy, says Variety. The project took flight after Disney acquired the movie rights to Aprilynne Pikes' bestselling novel of the same name.

Miley is currently filming 'The Last Song,' which follows a rebellious teen who has to stay with her estranged dad over the summer. That film is expected out next year.

Whitney Houston Album Artwork Revealed

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:52:00 -0700

Whitney Houston is about to drop one of the most highly anticipated albums of the decade -- and ET has a first look at the cover right here!

Wearing an elegant one-shoulder sliver and white striped dress, the singer looks refreshed and beautiful as she stands solo on the cover of her first album of original material since 2002.

Earlier this year, Clive Davis told reporters to expect classic Whitney all the way. "We're not going to compromise who she is to fit into today's hip-hop radio market," he said. "The public wants Whitney material."

'The Bachelorette''s Bachelors Rate the Final Two

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:25:00 -0700

Does "The Bachelorette"'s Jillian Harris pick Ed or Kiptyn -- and does her chosen guy propose? It will take two weeks for us to find out, because next week is "The Bachelorette: Men Tell All."

In the two-hour special, 13 of the ousted bachelors return to talk a lot of trash, defend the "man code" and tell ET which of the two guys is right for Jillian in their opinion.

Tanner P is the only one weighing in for Ed. He says, "Although he dresses a little strange -- he wears European Speedos -- and he is a little hairy, Ed definitely."

'Harry Potter' Breaks Records with Midnight Showing

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:24:00 -0700

After a two-year wait, muggles stormed the box office Tuesday night as 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' raked in the biggest midnight gross of all time, earning $22.2 million at the box office, according to Warner Bros.

With screenings beginning at 12:01 a.m. around the country, the sixth film in the phenomenal franchise beat out the top two record holders, 'The Dark Knight' and 'Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith,' which earned midnight grosses of $18 and $17 million, respectively. Earlier this summer, 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' cracked $16 million for its initial midnight run.

In 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,' the boy wizard (Daniel Radcliffe) and his pals Hermione and Ron (Emma Watson and Rupert Grint) face danger in the halls of Hogwarts as Voldemort's minions attempt to pull off a nefarious plan. Meanwhile, the students find romantic distractions -- hormonal and via potent love potions -- all around them. With a used book of potion spells once belonging to the Half-Blood Prince, Harry must work with Dumbledore (Sir Michael Gambon) to uncover a vital secret.

Sneak-a-Peek at 'Harry Potter & the Half-Blood Prince'!

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:22:00 -0700

Your favorite young wizards -- Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley -- are back to the big screen, trying to save the wizarding and muggle worlds from the forces of Voldemort. The highly anticipated 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' casts its spell on eager theater-goers starting today! Take a look at the scenes that are currently making box-office magic!

'America's Got Talent' Discovery: Tallan Noble Latz

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:21:00 -0700

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America got quite the surprise on Wednesday night's "America's Got Talent" when Tallan Noble Latz played his guitar!

It's hard to believe when you listen to him play, but 9-year-old Tallan is the definition of "Soul Man" with his mad guitar skills.

"America's Got Talent" airs Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9 p.m. on NBC.

2008's Great Emmy-Winning Moments!

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:14:00 -0700

Michael Jackson Dominates Charts with Millions of Albums Sold

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:05:00 -0700

Michael Jackson continues to be King of the Pop charts, selling over two million albums in less than three weeks.

Michael's solo albums sold 1.1 million copies in the U.S. this week, according to Billboard.com and Nielsen Soundscan.

This is a 37% jump from the album sales made in the previous week -- 800,000 of Jackson's albums were sold.

Jon Gosselin Talks about New Gal Pal

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:31:00 -0700

ET has the latest...

Jon Gosselin has returned from France after spending time there with his reported girlfriend, 22-year-old Hailey Glassman, whom he's now opening up about.

He told Us Weekly that Hailey stayed abroad while he came back to work.

"I had to film," he told the mag.

Michael Jackson's Father Speaks Out About Custody Situation

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:06:00 -0700

Michael Jackson's father Joe reveals whether he's spoken to Debbie Rowe about the custody issue surrounding Michael’s young children. Plus, the Jackson family patriarch opens up with his thoughts on Michael's parenting skills.

On Tuesday night, in an interview with Chris Connelly for "Primetime: Family Secrets -- The Jackson Family: Life After Michael," 79-year-old Joe Jackson said he has not spoken with Rowe, the ex-wife and mother to Michael's two eldest children.

"The kids want to be with [Katherine and I] over here," Jackson told Connelly about Prince Michael, Paris and Prince Michael II (Blanket). "Yes, there’s no one else who can do what we can do for them.” Rowe, who has demanded a retraction from the New York Post regarding a controversial article about her, will reportedly be attending the custody hearing over Jackson's three children on Monday.

ET's Behind the Scenes with 'Models of the Runway'

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:02:00 -0700

ET is behind the scenes with "Models of the Runway" for a First Look as six of the ladies of the "Project Runway" catwalk strut their stuff for Life & Style magazine.

Life & Style asked L’Oréal makeup artist Collier Strong and Garnier hairstylist Philip Carreon, who glam up the girls on the show, to work their magic on Erika Macke, Vanessa Fitzgerald, Tanisha Harper, Lisa Blades, Katie Sticksel and Ebony Jointer, and give its readers some flaw-fixing beauty secrets.

"Models of the Runway," which is a companion hour to "Project Runway," is a behind-the-scenes peek at host Heidi Klum, mentor Tim Gunn and the designers as seen from the models' point of view. Check out the video for a look as the girls go from bare-faced to fierce fashionistas.

Tony Romo Turning Party Boy?

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:00:00 -0700

It seems Tony Romo has been stepping out to "lift his spirits" nearly every night since breaking up with Jessica Simpson.

The two reportedly split the night before her 29th birthday, with sources adding that the break up resulted in Jessica canceling her party.

Now People.com reports that the footballer has been playing -- off the field -- ever since. On Friday, Jessica's birthday, Tony enjoyed a guys' night out with a large posse of friends at Hollywood hotspot MyHouse.

Brad Pitt Talks Twitter, Texting & Online Dating

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:35:00 -0700

Brad Pitt offers some tongue-and-cheek cell phone and online etiquette tips when it comes to twitter, online dating and text messaging.

Wired magazine asked Pitt what he thought of tweeting a picture of his wife's butt like Ashton Kutcher did of Demi Moore. He responds "Don't take a picture of your wife's butt. That's silly. Take pictures of other people's wives' butts."

As for online dating, the 'Inglourious Basterds' actor thinks that lying about how much money you make on your profile is accepted and encouraged. "Everyone lies online. In fact, readers expect you to lie. If you don't, they'll think you make less than you actually do. So the only way to tell the truth is to lie."

Oprah Winfrey Tops Most Influential Women in Media List

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:30:00 -0700

From Tyra Banks to Oprah Winfrey, Forbes has released their list of the Most Influential Women in Media.

With a net worth of over $1 billion, Oprah tops the the list at No. 1 with Diane Sawyer and Barbara Walters taking the No. 2 and No. 3 spots.

Tyra takes the No. 5 spot for her talk show and her hit series "America's Next Top Model."

Bruce Willis Heads to the 'City'

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 06:23:00 -0700

ET has the latest...

Sources tell ET that Bruce Willis is in talks to star in a movie based on the comedy musical City of Angels, and the music will be in intricate part of the movie. .

Sources also tell ET the movie's screenplay will possibly be written by Larry Gelbart ("M*A*S*H") and Barry Levinson ('Diner') is also in talks to direct.

Robert Redford Ties the Knot

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 03:33:00 -0700

Film director and screen legend Robert Redford married his longtime girlfriend in Germany over the weekend.

According to the Associated Press, Renate Massfeller of the St. Catherine Church said Wednesday that Pastor Frank Engelbrecht performed the ceremony between Redford and 51-year-old Sibylle Szaggars Saturday at the Louis C. Jacob hotel.

Thirty friends and family members attended the ceremony, the AP reports.