By Gossip Girl on February 8, 2010
You've read about the Cold War-level skulduggery that went into keeping that Letterman/Leno/Oprah Late Show promo secret in the days before the Super Bowl. Tonight, Jay Leno gave his side of the story on his show.
It was nothing that we didn't already know: Dave's producer called up Jay's producer and asked if Jay would want to be in the spot. Jay said yes and the two recorded the ad in a super-secret shoot with Oprah last week.
Some have wondered what Leno could possibly have to gain from appearing in a spot for his soon-to-be rival (again). Tonight, Leno spun the ad as a very public move to clear the air of any leftover fog of Late Night War in advance of his move back to The Tonight Show:
I walk in and I see Dave, and he puts out his hand and we shake hands. And you know, whatever happened for the last 18 years disappeared. It was great to see my old friend again. It was wonderful—he was very gracious, we talked about the old days, we told some jokes... you know, it was really good to see him.
But if the Late Night Wars spectacular ratings boost are any guide, Leno should be throwing darts at a picture of Dave's face right about now.
Posted in david letterman, Gawker, Inspirationally, jay leno, Late-Night Wars, Super Bowl
By Gossip Girl on February 8, 2010
Not long after Dr. Conrady Murray was charged with involuntary manslaughter today, those close to Michaej Jackson - whose death the physician is suspected to have been responsible for - reacted in outrage.
"He's a monster," said MJ's mother, Katherine (pictured), after the arraignment.
Brian Oxman, the family's veteran lawyer for Jackson's father Joseph, was equally disgusted with the judge's decision.
"This charge is a slap on the wrist," he said. "There's great disappointment here. [Conrad Murray] should've been charged with a higher degree of responsibility. What he did was reckless. It was a disregard for human life."
Michael's sister Latoya also chimed in, putting everything in a disturbing context:
“Michael was murdered and although he died at the hands of Dr. Conrad Murray, I believe Dr. Murray was a part of a much larger plan. There are other individuals involved and I will not rest and I will continue to fight until all of the proper individuals are brought forth and justice is served."
Posted in Dr. Conrad Murray, Hollywood Gossip, Inspirationally, Michael Jackson
By Gossip Girl on February 8, 2010
She was one of thousands when she auditioned for American Idol in Boston, but Siobhan Magnus is one of the few remaining.
The Massachusetts native is rumored to be one of this season's 24 semifinalists, as she'll be featured in Hollywood starting this week.
Not much is known about the 19-year old: she sings lead vocals for the band Lunar Valve; is actually a glass-blowing apprentice and loves horror movies.
Siobhan resides in in Cape Code, Massacusetts.
In the video below, watch Magnus take the stage in a production of "Beauty and the Beast."
Posted in American Idol, Hollywood Gossip, Inspirationally, Siobhan Magnus
By Gossip Girl on February 8, 2010
Posted in Carey Hart, careyhart, Inspirationally, malibu, Paparazzi, Photo Galleries, photogalleries, Photos, Pink, Socialite Life
By Gossip Girl on February 8, 2010
According to TicketMaster, Céline Dion will be back at Las Vegas’ Caesar’s Palace in March 2011.
Celine and her grandfather husband/manager René Angelil tried to conceive a second child late last year, but after a few failed attempts, we now know that they buried the dream of having another heir.
Tickets will be on sale starting February 12 at 10AM.
Posted in Beyond, Celeb Pulp, Celebrity Gossip, celebrity-couples, Céline Dion, Inspirationally, Rene Angelil, Singers
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