This Week In Tabloids: Britney's Deadly Diet, Heidi's Hoax, Mary-Kate Knocked Up? [Midweek Madness]
This is Wednesday, therefore this is Midweek Madness. Britney's comeback, crisis and "deadly diet" dominated the covers this week, with three out of five magazines using her as the main image. Us still maintains that Heidi and Spencer are wed, despite the fact that most of the other weeklies call the elopement a "hoax." (Us: Best Headline Ever.) Find out "Who's Really Pregnant" and "How They Got Thin Fast," with the assistance of Intern Margaret, as we judge the worth of In Touch, Life & Style, Us, OK! and

And the Most Fascinating Person of 2008 is ...
The most searched-for Celebrity online in '08 was Britney Spears.But who Will be unveiled as Barbara Walters' coveted, completely arbitrary Most Fascinating Person of the Year? Here's two hints:Britney Spears did not win this one, unfortch.It's one of the individuals pictured below ...Who's the most fascinating of these celebrities? Follow the jump to find out ...It's Barack Obama!The first African-American to be elected president was an obvious choice, even up against the likes of Tom Cruise (#2) and his f

Barbara Walters Names Obama ‘Most Fascinating Person’ Of 2008
Barbara Walters named President-elect Barack Obama as 2008’s No.1 “Most Fascinating” person on her ABC special Barbara Walters Presents: The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2008, on Thursday. Making history as the first African American to be elected as president, Obama was probably the most expected choice. “This was almost the easiest year that we’ve ever had, because we had so many naturals,” said Walters. The $100 million dollar box office man Will Smith brings up the rear in th

Barbara Walters Reveals Pick for Year's Most Fascinating Person
Barbara Walters unveiled her list of the year's 10 most fascinating people Thursday night, and the list includes two major film stars, an athlete, and a broadcaster. Find out who made the list, and see who was named the most fascinating person of 2008! In the 16th edition of her ABC special "Barbara Walters Presents: The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2008," President-elect Barack Obama was named the most fascinating person of the year. Making history as the first African-American elected president, Obama w

Barack Obama is the most fascinating person of the year.
Barbara Walters revealed her list of the year’s 10 most fascinating people last night. So, who made the list, and who was named the most fascinating person of 2008! In the 16th edition of her ABC special “Barbara Walters Presents: The 10 Most Fascinating People of 2008,” President-elect Barack Obama was named the most fascinating person of the year. No. 2 - Tom Cruise No. 3 - Sarah Palin. No. 4 - Frank Langella No. 5 - Thomas Beatie, the “Pregnant Man.” No. 6 - Rush Limb

Jennifer Aniston Calendar 2009 (PHOTOS)
Jennifer Aniston shows off her sexy side in a racy new calendar for 2009, even exposing her breasts while frolicking under a waterfall in a super sheer wet T-shirt. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Aniston addressed pregnancy rumors and caused a stir by using the term motherf***ers. Saying she feared it would be anti-climactic when she gets pregnant for real, Aniston said, “It’s the boy who cried wolf. Stop stealing my thunder, motherf***ers.” View pictures from Jennifer

Pete Wentz Ashlee Simpson Obsessed With Brad Pitt Angelina Jolie: Brangelina Inspire Bronx Wentz Name
Star Magazine has an interesting theory on Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson’s bizarre decision to name their first son after one of New York’s five boroughs. Tabloid moles believe classic Disney films may not be the only obsession for the young newlyweds. Pete and Ashlee are such reportedly huge fans of Hollywood power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie that they followed the pair’s lead when it came to adopting a moniker for Baby Bronx Wentz. They copied the super couple’s practice

Palin on SNL? ‘All in good time,’ producer says
NEW YORK (AP) -- It seems like the inevitable comedic summit of this fall’s presidential campaign: the real Sarah Palin coming on "Saturday Night Live" to meet her look-alike impersonator, Tina Fey. Tina Fey, left, portrays Gov. Sarah Palin during an SNL skit. Right, Palin waves to the crowd. "All in good time," said a cagey Lorne Michaels, longtime executive producer of NBC’s "Saturday Night Live," which has been rejuvenated this fall by Fey’s three skits

Megan Mullally & Kelsey Grammer get some “Fame.”
They will fill out the administrative and teaching roles in the remake of “Fame.” “Fame” is based on the 1980 musical about a group of dancers, singers, actors and artists trying to survive four grueling years at the prestigious New York City High School of Performing Arts. Images via WENN Related Post Larry King stops by “30 Rock.” Kim Cattrall is ready for the casting couch. Details about ‘Hairspray 2′ revealed. D

Britney Spears sons watch mom from the front row on ‘Good Morning America.’
Britney Spears sons Sean Preston and Jayden James were front and center with Britney’s mom Lynne at her Birthday performance on ‘Good Morning America.’ Check it out……….. Related Post Britney Spears, “For the Record” triples MTV audience. Watch Britney Spears perform “Womanizer” and “Circus” on Good Morning America. Happy Birthday Britney! Tour Dates Announced! Britney Spears & Michael

Harry Connick Jr.’’s daughter got her fathers singing talent.
Singer Harry Connick Jr.’s 11 year old daughter, Kate, made her national singing debut on NBC’s Today show Wednesday, joining her father while singing the holiday classic, “Winter Wonderland.” Check it out here…………. Related Post Fleetwood Mac is going on the road. “Saturday Night Live” keeps shining bright with the stars. Stephen Colbert wants to kick Kanye’s a$$. Beyonce is a cover girl.

Britney Spears performs “Womanizer” on Star Academy.
This performance is rather similar to last night’s performance at the Bambi Awards. Tomorrow, Britney will be performing at Idol judge Simon Cowell’s show, X-Factor. Related Post Lynne Spears opens up completely about Britney…. Britney Talks Kevin, Kids & Monsters. Britney Spears tour dates announced! Welcome Back Britney!!!! Spread the word Digg this post Bookmark to delicious Stumble the post Add to your technorati favourite Subscri

“Saturday Night Live” keeps shining bright with the stars.
“Saturday Night Live” is still getting major celebrity power. This weekend, John Malkovich hosts, making it his third appearance on the show. The musical guest will be T.I. On December 13th, Hugh Laurie will host “SNL” and the musical guest will be Kanye West. Images via WENN Related Post Stephen Colbert wants to kick Kanye’s a$$. Kanye West is NOT a rapper….anymore. Kanye West is turning into a talent scout…. Nephew bei

Shia LaBeouf signs on for “The Associate.”
Due out in January, the book focuses on a student who’s about to graduate from Yale Law School when he’s manipulated into accepting a job at a prestigious law firm. Image via WENN Related Post Courteney Cox Arquette “Scrubs” in. Megan Mullally & Kelsey Grammer get some “Fame.” Larry King stops by “30 Rock.” Kim Cattrall is ready for the casting couch. Spread the word Digg this post Bookmark to delici

Clueless French Newspaper MisIdentifies 'Troubled' Tina Fey as Sarah Palin [Foreign Policy Debacle]
The Tina Fey-as-Sarah Palin phenomenon has officially found its absurdist zenith in France (where else), where the daily paper Le Soleil recently printed a photograph of last week's Palin/Couric SNL sketch to accompany a story about Palin's "hesitant, troubled and clumsy" press-handling skills. The minor controversy that ensued had photo source Agence France-Presse scrambling to defend itself Thursday, insisting it had accurately identified Fey and Amy Poehler in the SNL still and that the caption goof was

'ER' Finale Date Set; NBC Prepping 'Kings,' More For Mid-Season
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- After saving thousands of TV lives, there'll be no resuscitation for "ER." The 15-season medical drama will breathe its last breath on March 12, 2009, Access Hollywood has learned. VIEW THE PHOTOS: John Stamos NBC will replace it with "Kings," a much-anticipated series chronicling the life of King David in modern times, starting March 19. As for the rest of the schedule, "Heroes" will launch its next installment, "Fugitives," on February 2, which also marks the return of supernat

Johnny Depp’s nabs rights for “In the Hand of Dante”
Infinitum Nihil has acquired screen rights for the novel "In the Hand of Dante" by Nick Tosches.  According to Variety Nihil, Johnny Depp's production company, will use this to make Depp the lead role. Depp will produce with his Infinitum Nihil partner Christi Dembrowski. The company, which has a first-look deal with Warner Bros. and Graham King's GK Films, optioned the book with its own coin. Book revolves around Dante's masterwork "The Divine Comedy," and tells para

'ER' wraps; 'Californication' returns
Just in from USA TODAY's Gary Levin: NBC says ER will wrap up its 15-year run with a 2-hour finale March 12, and will be replaced by mid-season drama Kings the following week. Celebrity Apprentice is back in a new 2-hour format, Sundays at 9 ET/PT starting March 1, and Medium returns Mondays at 10 as of Feb. 2, when Chuck and Heroes will also return after winter breaks. (Life also sits out until Feb. 4). The network hopes to kick-start its lineup with the Feb. 1 Super Bowl, to be followed by an hourlong

December is Britney’s Month.
Britney Spears is back on top again. This December, Britney has two very special events, the release of her album “Circus” and her 27th Birthday. In honor of these two major events we are hereby making December Britney’s month. What exactly does that mean? Well, we will be profiling some of Britney’s hits, spotlighting some of her videos, and giving you more details that you may not know about this pop phenomenon. Related Post Britney Spears performs 

Gold Derby nuggets: Barbara Walters fascinated by Will Smith & Frank Langella | Debate over lead vs. supporting at Oscars| Emmy champs coming and going | Grammys welcome Oscar rejects
• Two potential best actor Oscar nominees — Frank Langella ("Frost/Nixon") and Will Smith ("Seven Pounds") — as well as improbable best song Oscar nominee Miley Cyrus, possible Razzie acting nominee Tom Cruise ("Valkyrie") and Emmy darling Tina Fey ("30 Rock") are among those who fascinated Barbara Walters enough to make her top 10 list. Rounding out the roster are Olympic champ Michael Phelps, VP also-ran Gov. Sarah Palin, talk-radio host Rush Limbaugh, and ma

Is Mariah Carey Preggers?!?!
Is Mariah Carey pregnant? No way, the singer insists on Wednesday's episode of Ellen. But DeGeneres seemed determined to put her to the test. "Let's just toast with Champagne," the sly talk show host suggested, reaching for a bottle and some flutes. "It's just fattening," demurred Carey – who married Nick Cannon in May – adding, "This is peer pressure!" When DeGeneres persisted, the two clinked glasses – but Carey only pretended to drink the wine. "You're pregnant!" DeGeneres declared

'SNL' Thursday: Lame W/Out Tina or Sarah
SNL's Weekend Update moved to a new spot in lieu of the upcoming elections, and last night marked the first time the precursor to The Daily Show featured a mid-week special, hosted by Seth Meyers and Amy Poehler. Was it funny? Meh. Was Bill Murray there? Ye-op: CONTINUED » Oct 10, 2008 · posted by Whitney · Link · 5 Responses Related Posts • 10.10.08: Janet Jackson Clearly Hates Tyra (Comments: 1) • 10.10.08: (Comments: 10) • 1

Who Are You Wearing? Oh, It's Barack
 I'll take Ridiculous Fashion Statements for $1,000, Alex.This is an ACTUAL dress worn during Paris Fashion Week this week, designed by Jean-Charles De Castelbaja.  That is one fugly dress.SourceRelated PostsSarah Palin Was Annoyed. Oh, THAT'S Why She Sucked!  Homer Simpson Fulfils His American Duties Sandra Bernhard Axed From Benefit Because of Sarah Palin Joke Bill Maher Calls Sarah Palin "A Bimbo" Tina Fey Returns as Sarah Palin: Hilarious Video Obama Busted! Video

Tina Fey & Amy Poehler Re-Enact Sarah Palin's Interview with Katie Couric
-- Sarah Warn from AfterEllen.com Tina Fey was back on Saturday Night Live tonight with her hilarious and eerily accurate portrayal of Republican VP nominee Sarah Palin, re-enacting with Amy Poehler Palin's now-infamous interview with CBS news anchor Katie Couric...

Tina Fey does Vanity Fair (Jan '09)
 What Tina WantsTina Fey has rules. They’ve guided the 38-year-old writer-comedian through marriage, motherhood, and a career that went into hyperdrive this fall, when her Sarah Palin impression convulsed the nation, boosting the ratings of both Saturday Night Live and her own NBC show, 30 Rock. Backstage at S.N.L., where “Palin” met Palin, and at the home Fey shares with her husband and daughter, the author reports on how a tweezer, cream rinse, a diet, and a Teutonic Will transforme