Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian unveil their ‘Ultimate Dream’ [Video]

With her huge wedding to Kris Humphries now reputedly just twelve-days away Kim Kardashian and sisters, Khloe and Kourtney found time for a sit-down with ABC’s Lara Spencer this weekend to review their hectic life.

Nuptials aside, their major concern at present is the new deal with Sears. The trio will have mini-boutiques at 400 stores and seem quite enthused by the potential;

“We helped design this store, we picked what we wanted from the color scheme to the carpets, so it will be cool to see,” Kim explained.

With earnings claimed to be in region of $65-million last year the Kardashians see no reason to rest on their laurels and are keenly pursuing the project, which they consider a life-long goal;

“This was our ultimate dream ever – to create our own clothing line, go into bedding and home….everything from shoes to accessories – Fashion is our life,” adds the 30-year old upcoming bride.

Part of that line includes a special-edition perfume: ‘Love.’ Only 1,000 bottles will ever be made, at $100 a piece. Kim gets one, her bridal shower guests will share 200 and fans are promised a chance at the rest.

Kim was also asked why she (Read more...)

Lil’ Wayne hit by $15m lawsuit for copyright theft

Already facing a barrage of lawsuits for financial mishandling and plagiarism, rapper Lil’ Wayne is now being dragged into court to face a $15-million legal claim he stole parts of the hit song Bedrock.

The bosses at Done Deal Enterprises claim Wayne and his label, Young Money Records stole parts of the song, which also featured Drake, Nicki Minaj and Lloyd and hit #1 on Billboard’s Rap Charts and number two in the Hot 100.

The Done Deal dudes claim the copyrights to the samples belong to them and they now want $15-million…or else.

Lil Wayne now has to appear in court on October 12 to answer the claims.

And this is just the latest legal pain in his life – He’s already been served with claims for unpaid royalties from a 2008 duet with T-Pain, music producer David Kirkwood is suing for outstanding payments for his work on Wayne’s album ‘Tha Carter III.’

And yet another group claims he used a sound sample of theirs in the 2006 song, Army Gunz. And he didn’t ask first.

Wayne’s lawyers have made no comment so far but that will change in September when they get into court.

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Miley Cyrus leaves Nick Jonas behind, buys new $3.9-million home

Most folks who got to live next door to Nick Jonas wouldn’t be in much of a hurry to move, but Miley Cyrus is not most folks. She’s just traded her $3.4-million home for a ritzy new place in Studio City – at $3.9-million.

“She moved in a few months ago,” says a source close to the deal. “And she decorated the place in her own unique style — very funky.”

Miley lived at the $3.4-million estate in Toluca Lake for just over a year, but she’s really traded up.

So what do you get for $3.9-million? Five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a salt-water pool, a spa, a gym, panoramic views of LA, a professional-grade kitchen and a floor plan that should make the place the perfect venue for Miley’s famous parties, or working on her new movie.

The Realtors call it ‘a one-of-a-kind offering nestled atop the hills of Studio City,’ which they say boasts ‘lush canyon vistas that create a unique opportunity to toast the sunset with breathtaking views.’

The entire 5,173 square feet home is gated, with very high walls, and set in a very private location. So Miley shouldn’t be bothered by the paparazzi from now (Read more...)

Alleged Alex Trebek thief, Lucinda Moyers pleads not guilty

As you know, Jeopardy host Alex Trebek had a rather too close encounter last week in a San Francisco hotel bedroom. Today, the alleged intruder, Lucinda Moyers faced a judge and pleaded not guilty.

56-year old Moyers was arrested last Tuesday after she allegedly broke into Alex’s room at San Francisco’s Marriott Marquis hotel at around 3am and stole a purse, wallet, bracelet and some cash.

Alex, 71, and his wife of eleven years, Jean were asleep in the room at the time. When he awoke Moyers tried to escape. Alex then swiftly gave chase, tearing his Achilles tendon as he ran.

The purse and wallet have been since recovered but the cash and bracelet [a gift to Al from his mom] are still missing.

Moyers is now charged with two felonies – First-degree burglary and Felony possession of stolen property.

And Police say she’s done this before:

She has two past convictions for residential burglary, once in 1990 and again the next year. Under California law, if she’s found guilty on this charge it’s a ‘third-strike’ offense and she could get 25 years-to-life for the crime.

Moyers is currently being held on $625,000 bail and is due back in (Read more...)

Lindsay Lohan pal, Samantha Ronson arrested for DUI

In an event that could end her career…if she had one, Samantha Ronson, ex-girlfriend of Lindsay Lohan was arrested in Bakersfield, California at 10.30am Monday and has been charged with DUI.

Driving her brand new black Porsche the 33-year old DJ was returning from a gig at the Las Vegas nightclub ‘Lavo’ in the Palazzo Hotel on Sunday night when she was pulled over by the Highway Patrol for speeding.

She was asked to do what’s known among officers as “a roadside blow” — a low-tech breathalyser test which is still quite accurate but not mandatory. She refused and was promptly arrested.

Police then transported her to Bakersfield’s main police station where she was required to take the full test. She blew well over the ‘.08′ limit and was promptly charged and transported to Barstow jail.

Her exact score is not known at this point, but a good measure of how far over the limit she was can be seen in the fact she was not released from the cells until 2:23pm.

She must now appear in court at a date to be determined.

Sam and Lindsay famously dated way back in 2008. Lohan later announced they’d ended the connection (Read more...)

New Amy Winehouse album to retell divorce, sources say

It’s being reported that the first of what’s bound to be several Amy Winehouse albums issued after her death will examine one of Amy’s true low-points – her marriage to Blake Fielder-Civil.

Her first two albums; 2003′s ‘Frank’ and the 2006 Emmy magnet ‘Back to Black’ covered her rise to success and her struggle with finding true love, but the third could be her most personal. Already in production it’s said to give a ‘blow-by-blow account’ of Amy’s ill-fated marriage and frequent fights with addiction.

“Amy always had a notebook on her and would write down lyrics and ideas,” says a rep for the family. “People who’ve heard the new songs say they’re very good and as autobiographical as ever.”

Amy married Blake, a video production assistant, on May 18 2007 in Miami Beach and he was soon bragging to friends about introducing Amy to crack. He went to jail for assault for six months in 2008, but nothing changed. In January 2009 he sued for divorce, claiming adultery by Amy and the marriage ended on August 28 of that year.

“That was when Amy went through the most emotional upheaval, with Blake going to prison, then their divorce,” says (Read more...)

Real Housewives’ Taylor Armstrong sued in $1.5-million lawsuit

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills are the gift that just can’t stop giving – Already embroiled in a messy divorce, Taylor Armstrong and her soon-to-be-ex are now being sued for an alleged million dollar fraud.

In a lawsuit filed yesterday afternoon in L.A’s Superior Court a firm called ‘MyMedicalRecords.com’ claims they hired Russell’s Venture Capital firm ‘Nuway Digital Systems’ to raise money so the bosses could enlarge the business.

But the suit claims the Armstrongs calmly pocketed more than $1-million from investors who were ‘conned’ into thinking they were actually investing in the medical group. The plaintiffs accuse the feuding pair of using those funds to ‘live a lavish 
lifestyle,’ including redecorating their spacious Beverly Hills mansion.

The suit goes on to complain Russell “holds himself out to the public as a successful venture capitalist who has been instrumental in obtaining $2 billion in capital funding for new business ventures.”

The firm was later bought out by another group called ‘MMR Global’ – of which Russell was a director at the time of this deal. The suit claims this proves he abused his fiduciary obligations by “engaging in a pattern of self-dealing…designed to enrich himself and Nuway.”

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AMC confirms Glen Mazarra to helm ‘Walking Dead,’ issues trailer [video]

When the news broke that Frank Darabont had left AMC’s show ‘The Walking Dead’ fans worldwide were stunned. AMC had remained silent on his departure but have finally confirmed Frank’s deputy, Glen Mazarra will head the show from now on.

The network’s bosses say they ‘expected no changes’ to the second season under Glen’s leadership, who is best known for his work on ‘The Shield’ but they remained tight-lipped on why Frank left the show.

“I wanted to give a very heartfelt thank you to Frank Darabont, who is a visionary writer and director,” Joel Stillerman, AMC’s Senior-VP of Original Programming told reporters at a preview of the forthcoming period drama ‘Hell On Wheels,’ which opens on November 6th. “He created a brilliant pilot, and we’re grateful for his contributions. We’re excited to move on with Glen. That’s about all I’ll say on that.”

But Joel refused to elaborate on the cause of the change. “We continue to discuss his ongoing role with the series,” is all their press statement says about Frank’s exit.

The suits did confirm that ‘Dead’s author, Robert Kirkman and producer Gale Anne Hurd still have their jobs and the series is still on course to (Read more...)

American Idol ‘in good shape’ for Jennifer Lopez return

After what seems like six months of negotiations and press leaks sources at Fox are saying a deal is now close to bring Jennifer Lopez back to American Idol. But the price has gone up – She now wants $21-million.

J-Lo’s first contract expired in May and the two sides have been in talks ever since. At the same time J-Lo’s been telling the press she was ‘on the fence’ about a return, which it now seems was just a ploy for more cash. But the deal seems like it’s done;

“We’re in good shape,” Cécile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of ‘Fremantle America,’ which produces ‘Idol,” tells reporters. “No dark clouds on the horizon.”

Lopez’ reps have declined any comment, saying there’s ‘nothing to announce,’ and Fox has also not made any statement so far. But insiders suggest the whole ‘will she or won’t she return’ drama was a ploy for more money;

Jennifer and fellow ‘Idol’ freshman, Steven Tyler joined the show when Simon quit to make ‘X-Factor.’ The difference in her judging style after Simon’s caustic remarks has helped ratings, but perhaps not enough. And she’s still reportedly planning her own show – ‘¡Q’viva!’ with soon-to-be-ex, Marc Anthony.

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Spider Man star, Rhys Ifans arrested at Comic Con

Spider-Man star, Rhys Ifans has been arrested at Comic Con and now faces charges of battery after an altercation with a female security guard.

Rhys, 44, who plays the villain Dr. Curt Connors [and was once engaged to no less than Sienna Miller,] was due to appear on a guest panel at the convention in San Diego on Friday [his birthday] to promote the movie and his role in it.

Just before the show started Rhys and a few of his circle stepped outside for a smoke, but when they tried to re-enter one of his entourage was found to be lacking the required ID. Rhys swore at the guard, then pushed her – and she promptly arrested him.

“He was abusive, belligerent and aggressive, and shoved a female security guard.” San Diego police spokeswoman Lieutenant. Andra Brown told reporters, adding that Ifans’ breath “smelled like alcohol.”

Rhys won a citation for misdemeanor battery for his performance and was released. The case will now go to San Diego’s City Attorney on Monday who has to decide if further action is needed.

Meantime, the suits at Sony Pictures are all over this case, as you might guess;

“Rhys Ifans was detained (Read more...)