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Tiger’s Former Mistress Releases Sext Messages

russell wetanson — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:21:45 +0000

Tiger Woods clearly missed an opportunity to negotiate a confidentiality agreement with former mistress (and porn star), Josyln James — she just published numerous graphic sext messages that Tiger sent her last year. No wonder Elin is talking to lawyers, as reported by Popsquire’s Russell Wetanson on HLN’s Prime News. Watch! Technorati Tags: confidentiality agreement, joslyn [...]

Video: Oprah Winfrey Heads To Trial Again

russell wetanson — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:12:30 +0000

Oprah Winfrey beat the Texas beef industry in court. Now, she’s up against the former headmistress of her South African girls academy. Watch Popsquire’s Russell Wetanson on HLN’s Prime News for analysis of the case. Technorati Tags: defamation, headmistress, leadership academy school for girls, legal expert, oprah winfrey, pop culture law, trial

Buffy’s Xander Arrested For Felony Vandalism

russell wetanson — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:28:54 +0000

Paging Vampire Diaries. Nicholas Brendon, a former Buffy The Vampire Slayer, star needs help…and maybe a job to help stay out of trouble. According to TMZ, Brendon was arrested early this morning for felony vandalism after police responded to a call about a drunk man “causing a commotion” in Venice, CA. Brendon allegedly tried to hit [...]

Michael Jackson’s Estate Signs Huge Record Deal

russell wetanson — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:49:48 +0000

Move over Tupac. [Bauer Griffin Online] The trustees of Michael Jackson’s estate (one of whom is a lawyer, FYI) have brokered a $200 million deal with Sony Music Entertainment — the biggest recording deal ever — for never-before released MJ songs. The first album is set for release in November, and the deal anticipates several more projects. Wow. So, [...]

Erin Andrews’ Interstate Stalker Sentenced To Jail

russell wetanson — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:35:40 +0000

Popsquire’s entertainment reporter / legal expert was on HLN’s “Prime News” yesterday just before Erin Andrews’ stalker was sentenced to 30 months in jail. I predicted 27 months. Give a lawyer a break, people! Technorati Tags: erin andrews, interstate stalking, legal expert, michael barrett, pop culture law, sentencing

Susan Boyle’s Teen Intruder Is Charged After Break-In

russell wetanson — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:04:16 +0000

Susan Boyle must be singing the praises of her local police department. [Bauer Griffin Onlin] In late January, an intruder ran past Boyle as she entered her home after returning from an evening recording session, and police issued this statement: “Lothian and Borders Police were called to an address in Blackburn at around 9:50 p.m. yesterday following reports [...]

Gabourey Sidibe Goes On Precious Shopping Spree

russell wetanson — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:07:01 +0000

Some movie contracts provide financial bonuses for actors who receive Oscar, Golden Globe, and/or SAG nominations. This could explain Gabourey Sidibe’s Victoronix bag and meal at Balthazar over the weekend. Good for her! [Bauer Griffin Onlin] Technorati Tags: balthazar, gabourey sidibe, oscars, Precious, shopping spree, victoronix

This Week In Pop Culture & Law: Beyonce & Gaga Kill

russell wetanson — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:39:57 +0000

This week brought us Lindsay Lohan’s ridiculous E-Trade lawsuit and Joe Halderman’s guilty plea after raising the so-called “Tiger Woods” defense, but the most entertaining pop culture / law collison comes from Lady Gaga and Beyonce. Watch as the duo engage in lots of illegal (and fashion forward) behavior in this video. Enjoy! Technorati Tags: beyonce, [...]

Justin Timberlake Fights For Clean Water Access

russell wetanson — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:49:49 +0000

For today’s collision between pop culture and politics, Justin Timberlake has signed on to provide a special introduction to MTV’s documentary, SUMMIT ON THE SUMMIT: Kilimanjaro. The 90-minute documentary, which airs this Sunday, hopes to raise awareness about our global clean water crisis. MTV Shows Technorati Tags: global clean water crisis, jessica biel, justin timberlake, kilmanjaro, mtv, [...]

Corey Haim Says Victoria Beckham Gnawed On Him

russell wetanson — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:41:23 +0000

Was it battery, or a consensual act? Watch for the answer. It’s worth it. Technorati Tags: corey haim, dating, kissing, relationship, victoria beckham, video