Archive - Feb 4, 2010

Ashton Kutcher Knew Demi Moore Was ‘The One’


Ashton Kutcher knew Demi Moore was ‘The One’ when he realized he could hate her.

The ‘Valentines Day’ star, who married the actress four years ago, believes the key to a lasting relationship is being able to put up with another person’s bad habits and still loving them for their flaws.

He said, “I think one thing sort of defines it which is, it’s not how much you love someone when you love them, but it’s how much you love them when you hate them. It’s when you’re in that moment where you cannot stand what the person you’re with is doing, but you still love them. When things get tough it’s not what you say, it’s about what you do.”

Ashton, 31, also claimed good manners are the key to being a good partner, and says he learned how to treat women properly from a young age.

He explained to Parade.com, “My brother had a heart transplant when he was 13, and my parents were at the hospital a lot so I went and I stayed at a friend’s house. And his mother was this really wonderful, wonderful woman that sort of taught me a bunch of things like table manners and how to treat a woman – pulling out her chair, opening the door for her.

“So while my brother was in the hospital, I basically learned etiquette and how to use it when you’re dating a woman.”



Katy Perry Buys Russell Brand a Luxury Car


Katy Perry is buying Russell Brand a luxury car.

The ‘I Kissed a Girl’ singer has decided to splash out on the lilac Bentley Brooklands, which is based on the same one The Who’s late drummer Keith Moon used to have, as a surprise Valentine’s Day, February 14, gift for her British fiance.

A source said, “Katy really thought about this. She’s been talking to a specialist dealership in Newport Beach, California, for weeks now, and it’s all starting to come together.

“Originally she was planning to buy him an Aston Martin but changed her mind when he spotted an 007 number plate in West Hollywood. She said James Bond wannabes were tasteless.

“So she asked his friends if he’d like a Bentley and they all said yes.”

However, 34-year-old Russell knows nothing about the plan and thinks they will not be buying gifts for each other.

The source added to the Daily Star newspaper, “Katy has tricked him into thinking they’re not bothering with presents.”

This is not the first time the couple, who have been dating since September 2009, have surprised one another.

Katy was stunned when Russell proposed to her on New Year’s Eve, December 31, during a meticulously-planned romantic evening during their holiday to India.

A source at the luxurious Taj Rambagh palace hotel, where the couple were staying, explained, “He had organized a special dining experience. We set a table in a garden with candles everywhere. They arrived in a horse and carriage with a glass of champagne and we served them dinner.

“At midnight they enjoyed fireworks while sitting on an elephant, which Mr. Brand specially requested. Then they were taken to the Mughal Garden – which was decorated by flowers and candlelight.”



Cause of death ruled for Brittany Murphy, Casey Johnson

Findings in the deaths of both actress Brittany Murphy and heiress Casey Johnson were released today by the LA Coroner.

Murphy’s death, deemed “preventable” by the L.A. County Coroner, was caused by severe anemia and community acquired pneumonia. Officials believe Murphy could have survived had she been treated for her illnesses in time. Several prescription and over-the-counter drugs were found in her system, which may have contributed to but did not cause her sudden demise. Murphy was 32 at the time of her death.

Casey Johnson’s death was ultimately ruled to be due to natural causes. Johnson’s death was also considered preventable, and official cause of death is listed as “diabetic ketoacidosis.” Johnson was diagnosed with diabetes as a child, and at the time of her death she was not following the regimen deemed necessary for her to remain healthy. Lack of insulin and dangerously high blood sugar proved lethal, and Johnson was reportedly not adhering to recommendations regarding diet, exercise and medication. Johnson was 30 when she was found dead in a friend’s guest house by a maid.



Paris Hilton Didn’t Notice Burglary For Two Months


Paris Hilton didn’t notice she had been burgled for two months.

The socialite was targeted by the ‘Bling Ring Gang,’ a group of teenagers, who targeted the homes of the rich and famous, who stole her house keys from under her doormat outside her Los Angeles property but didn’t realize until much later when the gang made a return raid, and making off with $1.9 million worth of jewelery and valuables.

Nick Prugo, who has since been arrested for his involvement in robbing celebrities, said Paris had been their first target because they felt she was “dumb”.

He said, “Like, who would leave a door unlocked? Who would leave a lot of money lying around? Stupid.”

He said they had got into the Hollywood Hills home, in a gated community, with a key they had found under a mat. He also claimed to have found five grams of cocaine in Paris’ house which he had also taken.

The ‘Bling Ring Gang,’ made up of five teenagers and a man in his 20s, also stole from the homes of actor Orlando Bloom, actress Rachel Bilson and reality TV star Audrina Partridge; but were caught last November when CCTV footage of a break-in at Lindsay Lohan’s house was released.

Police were tipped off about the identities of the gang, who were then arrested. They are said to have amassed a haul worth an estimated $3.17 million in clothes, jewelery, art and cash.

Nick, 18, an aspiring actor who made a full confession when he was caught, said, “There was a definite thrill to it.

“I don’t think any of us realized how severe it was until we actually got caught. It didn’t seem as bad as it was.

“Now that I look back I realize how serious it was. Looking back, it scares me to death.”

He faces up to six years in prison for each burglary. The alleged ringleader of the group, Rachel Lee, 18, has also been arrested, as have gang members Courtney Ames, 18; Alexis Neiers, 18, Diana Tamayo, 19, and Roy Lopez Jr, 27.



Lindsay Lohan is a Secret Celebrity Hoarder


Lindsay Lohan is a secret hoarder.

The ‘Mean Girls’ actress has let her luxurious Los Angeles home fill up with expensive purchases she has bought over the years, with some rooms being so full they can’t be entered.

She said, “It’s kind of a sore subject. I just need to get rid of stuff. That’s personal stuff that I have to, you know, work on.”

Video footage recorded by US TV show ‘Clean House’ from inside her mansion shows rooms piled high with clothes, boxes of shoes stacked to the ceiling and discarded purchases lying unopened.

The 23-year-old star has even converted one bedroom into a closet for her shoes, with each box labeled with a photograph of their contents.

Lindsay has previously spoken of her desire to make huge changes in her life.

At the start of the year, she admitted she had a turbulent 2009, which saw her split several times from on/off girlfriend Samantha Ronson, her film work dry up and a public feud with her estranged father Michael – and wanted to make sure 2010 is lot better by getting rid of the negativity which surrounds her.

She tweeted, “To answer everybody’s question… My new year’s resolution is to stop letting the lucky few that have my heart, try2constantly tear me down. 2010 is about moving forward, not backwards. Leaving the bad (people, habits, and negative energy behind) time to make changes-right!?!? (sic)”



Kate Moss’ Smoking Demands


Kate Moss has infuriated an upmarket department store with her demands for a designer smoking area.

The 36-year-old supermodel is launching her range of bags for Longchamp at Selfridges in London later this month and has reportedly astonished event organizers with her request as they fear she is more likely to use her promotional time socializing with her friends than trying to boost sales.

A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper, “It’s Kate Moss – she can ask for what she likes and they’ll probably bend over and give it to her.

“Longchamp are spending a fortune on the sponsorship deal to boost the label. But it’ll look more of a promotion for brand Moss.

“The outside area is a bit of a problem. Her people want couches, cushions, tables, heaters and candles to make it comfy for her to have a cigarette.

“But she’s only due to be there for an hour. They don’t want to pay out lots for her to mingle with selected guests, only for her to hide in her VIP room drinking champagne with her pals.”

Kate, who is dating The Kills rocker Jamie Hince, is famed for her love of smoking and it has previously been claimed that she makes her personal assistant leave a packet of her favorite Marlboro Lights on every table in her home before she goes to bed.

A source said, “Kate has five coffee tables spread between her living room, kitchen, office and bedroom so that’s a lot of cigarettes.

“She also has a special tennis ball with holes for cigarettes to stick out from so visitors can relax with a smoke.”



Real, live Jersey grandma reaction watching Jersey Shore

They’re all nude in the tub, the hot tub. Probably get AIDS. What the new disease?

In my generation, anyone that wore a tattoo was in jail… can’t you believe in Jesus without a tattoo? Whaddaya think, he can read?



Beyonce Knowles to Perform at Brit Awards


Beyonce Knowles is to make a surprise appearance at the BRIT Awards.

The ‘Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)’ hitmaker was said to be too busy to fly to Britain later for the ceremony later this month but has reportedly hanged her schedule in order to sing with Lady Gaga on their raunchy duet ‘Telephone’.

A source close to Beyonce, whose husband Jay-Z is confirmed to be playing at the show, told the Daily Star newspaper, “At first Beyonce didn’t think she could make the BRITs. But now it’s looking more likely. With her husband Jay-Z also on the bill it makes sense for her not to miss out.”

The singer has received no nominations for this year’s show, which will be held on February 16 at London’s Earl’s Court, but did home a record-breaking six gongs at the Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night, January 31.

The American star thanked her hip-hop mogul husband Jay-Z as she picked up her awards, despite the couple rarely publicly acknowledging their relationship.

When asked how the ’99 Problems’ star responded to her comments on stage, she told US TV show ‘Access Hollywood’, “He was shocked! He was just like, ‘What did you say?’ and he said, ‘You have six Grammys and you smell good.’ “



Katie Price and Alex Reid Wedding in Strip Club


Katie Price and Alex Reid celebrated their marriage at a strip club.

The glamour model was seen heading to Spearmint Rhino with the cage-fighter and an unnamed male friend shortly after their 22-minute wedding at Las Vegas’ exclusive Wynn Hotel yesterday, February 2.

They are also believed to have later visited Sapphire Gentlemen’s Club, where they watched more pole dancers before returning to their $10,000-a-night penthouse honeymoon suite at the Wynn.

Although it was believed the couple had shunned publicity for the wedding, it has now been claimed a camera crew from Katie’s British reality TV series ‘What Katie Did Next’ were present to see the 31-year-old star given away by gay best pals Gary Cockerill and Phil Turner.

A source told the Mail Online website, “Her ITV2 camera crew were with her and could well have filmed the wedding.

“But Katie is not sure yet whether she will allow the footage to be aired.

“She has not signed any magazine deal for the wedding photographs, but they are likely to do an interview about it when they get back.”

According to friends of the couple, Katie was determined to make the ceremony as different as possible from the lavish, star-studded nuptials she had when she married Peter Andre in 2005.

A source said, “They wanted to have the ceremony as soon as they got to Las Vegas, but the bridal stores weren’t open so she couldn’t get a dress.

“She had her fashion team trawling all over town for a gown. In the end she just had to make do.

“It was nothing like last time when she’d spent months designing her perfect dress. Her last wedding, with all her celeb pals and a huge fuss, ended in disaster.

“Kate wanted a no-nonsense do this time, with just her nearest and dearest.”

Katie and Peter’s divorce was finalized in September, four months after they announced their separation.



Jennifer Aniston Turns Home Into a Girlie Haven


Jennifer Aniston has turned her home into a single girl’s haven.

The ‘Baster’ actress, who has remained largely single since she split from singer John Mayer in March last year, has spent two-and-a-half years renovating her lavish Beverly Hills property, removing the building’s masculine features and transforming the apartment into a home which is full of “love”.

She said, “It’s like a big hug.

“It vibrates with the love that created it.”

Jennifer even installed a girlie spa area, fluffy carpets and put in a giant TV into her luxurious home.

Architectural Digest magazine reports, “The house originally had his-and-hers baths, but Jennifer has turned the ‘his’ into a spa bath with a soaking tub. Her master bedroom features a wool-and-silk shag carpet, and a platform bed with a TV at the foot. “

The 40-year-old actress’ favorite space in the house is her “glamorous” dining room, which features a 60s fruitwood Sauter piano, a walnut table which seats 24 people and a 20s Thai gong to summon diners to the room.

She said, “I entertain for a living, and I entertain. The house has a rather glamorous, old-fashioned Hollywood quality. I can just imagine the Rat Pack stopping by; someone is playing the piano, and people are laughing in the next room.”