First Look: Britney Spears Arrives In Austin, TX For ‘The X Factor’ Auditions

Squee!!! It’s really happening — RIGHT NOW! Earlier today we got to see the FIRST promo commercial for the forthcoming second season of The X Factor and I mentioned that Britney Spears and her fellow judges — Simon Cowell, Antonio LA Reid and Demi Lovato — would be making their way to Austin, TX for the first round of X Factor auditions. Well, Britney and co. have *just* made their arrival in Austin for today’s auditions and the first photos have made their away online! Click below to see how AMAZINGLY GORGEOUS Britney looks in Austin RIGHT NOW!

AHHHH! These photos come from the official Twitter account for The X Factor (after they were first posted to the X Factor Instagram profile). Here are a few of the X Factor tweets:

Look who’s here!!! / No caption needed! / Here she comes… / We’ve got almost everyone here. We think @SimonCowell is still deciding what shirt to wear.

And here’s what Britney has to say on Twitter:

Just arrived for @TheXFactorUSA auditions – hope everyone is ready! Still waiting on @SimonCowell of course….

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Watch: President Obama Publicly Endorses Same-Sex Marriage

Over the weekend, Vice President Joe Biden publicly voiced his support of same-sex marriage. One day later, Education Secretary Arne Duncan (a member of President Barack Obama‘s Cabinet) also publicly endorsed same-sex marriage. Today, President Obama himself publicly voices his support of same-sex marriage. In an interview that will air in full on ABC News (both tonight and tomorrow on Good Morning America), President Obama tells the world that he is fully in support of marriage equality. Click below to read some excerpts and watch video from his upcoming interview.

President Obama today announced that he now supports same-sex marriage, reversing his longstanding opposition amid growing pressure from the Democratic base and even his own vice president. In an interview with ABC News’ Robin Roberts, the president described his thought process as an “evolution” that led him to this place, based on conversations with his own staff members, openly gay and lesbian service members, and conversations with his wife and own daughters. “I have to tell you that over the course of several years as I have talked to friends and family and neighbors when I think about members of my own staff who are (Read more...)

Adam Yauch Of Beastie Boys Has Died

Beastie Boys rapper Adam MCA Yauch has died at the far too young age of 47. As you may know, Yauch was diagnosed and treated for a cancerous parotid gland back in 2009 and in the years since has been receiving radiation and other treatments (both Western and Eastern treatments). Earlier this year, the Beastie Boys were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame but Adam was not well enough to attend the induction ceremony. Details regarding his death are very sparse right now but this extremely sad news comes from RUN DMC member Russell Simmons‘s website Global Grind.

Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys has passed. GlobalGrind has confirmed this very sad news. One of our heroes, Adam Yauch aka MCA of the Beastie Boys, passed away this morning after a long bout with cancer. Yauch co-founded Beastie Boys in 1979 with Mike D, Mix Master Mike and Ad Roc. The group has won multiple Grammys. Yauch became a vegan at the recommendation of his doctors and is survived by his wife and daughter. He was 47. Our prayers go out to the family of Adam and the entire Beastie Boys crew.

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Maggie Gyllenhaal Gives Birth To Her Second Daughter

Congratulations and love are in order for Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard because today we learn that two weeks ago, they welcomed the birth of their second child. Maggie gave birth to a baby girl they couple have named Gloria Ray on April 19. As you may know, Maggie and Peter already have a daughter named Ramona so now they have two adorable daughters. I’m sure uncle Jake Gyllenhaal is over the moon. Click below to read more deets about the birth of Gloria Ray.

It’s another girl for Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard. The couple welcomed daughter Gloria Ray on Thursday, April 19 in New York City, her rep confirms to PEOPLE. The new addition joins daughter Ramona, 5. The actors, who wed in Italy in 2009, announced the pregnancy in November and the sex of the baby in March. “I find it difficult to pretend you’re not pregnant, which I had to do,” Gyllenhaal, 34, said recently. “I didn’t let anyone know until three and a half months this time.” Next up for the actress is Won’t Back Down, while Sarsgaard, 41, will appear in Lovelace.

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Sarah Michelle Gellar Is Reportedly Pregnant With Her Second Child

Congratulations and love goes out to happily marrieds Sarah Michelle Gellar and hubby Freddie Prinze, Jr. because according to reports out today the couple are expecting the birth of their second child! As you may know, SMG and FPJ are already the proud parents of a little girl they’ve named Charlotte Grace (Charlotte will turn 3 this September). Today we are hearing that the couple are pregs with baby number 2. If true, this will be the BEST NEWS EVER!!!

Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. are expanding their family! The Ringer actress is pregnant with her second child, Us Weekly can exclusively confirm. “She and Freddie are thrilled,” a friend of the pair says. “They’re amazing parents.”
The couple met while filming the 1997 horror film I Know What You Did Last Summer and began dating three years later. They tied the knot in Mexico on September 1, 2002, and welcomed daughter Charlotte Grace in September 2009. Gellar, 35, recently told Us that Prinze, 36, had been enjoying his one-on-one time with Charlotte as she filmed the first season of The CW’s Ringer. “He loves it. We fight over who gets to stay home,” Gellar said of (Read more...)

Rihanna Is Coldplay’s Princess Of China! Check Out The Tour Video Footage HERE!

And now, we finally get to see the full extent of Rihanna's absolutely RAWKING gangsta geisha!

The singer not only shot an appearance in the music video for the Coldplay single Princess of China, off their new album Mylo Xyloto, but is also being featured during the band's live performances of the track on the road, via some pretty rad video footage projected onto the stage with a spotlight, and the full clip has made its way onto the net!

Give it a watch (above)!

Those nails!

So, SO cool, right?!

Is there any look that she just doesn't completely DOMINATE?!

We cannot WAIT to see how else she appears in the official version of the music video!

How about U??

Beyoncé Knowles Named ‘The Most Beautiful Woman’ Of 2012 By ‘People’ Magazine

It’s that time of the year when People magazine releases it’s Most Beautiful People issue when they crown the year’s Most Beautiful Woman. Last year it was Jennifer Lopez. This year … it’s popstar/actress/new mom Beyoncé Knowles. BUT, Bey isn’t alone in sharing the Most Beautiful title this year … there are other beauties selected by People featured in the magazine as well. From film royalty to actual royalty, People magazine has curated a list of the women who they believe are the Most Beautiful in the world. Click below to see Beyoncé‘s cover photo, read an excerpt from her coverstory feature and find out what other beauties are featured in this year’s crop featured in People magazine’s Most Beautiful People issue.

BEYONCÉ is named PEOPLE’s World’s Most Beautiful Woman 2012 in the magazine’s special double issue, now celebrating its 23rd year.
This marks the ninth time the pop superstar singer and actress has made the coveted list. She is joined by fellow “Most Beautiful Woman” Hall of Famers Julia Roberts (13 times), Nicole Kidman (10 times), and Mad Men’s breakout star, Jessica Paré, a newcomer to the list. The 178 fabulous faces featured in the (Read more...)

Megan Fox Is Pregnant!

Congratulations are in order for happily marrieds Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green because today we learn that the couple are pregnant with their first child together! Brian has a son from a previous relationship (he was involved with fellow Beverly Hills, 90210 co-star Vanessa Marcil) but this baby will be Megan‘s first. As you may recall, Megan and Brian got themselves hitched back in June of 2010 … so clearly they wanted to take a bit of time before they got started on a family together. But here they go … bump watch ahead!

Megan Fox has a cub on the way! The Transformers star is pregnant with her and husband Brian Austin Green’s first child together, a source exclusively confirms to E! News … If Fox has her way, the baby could be the start of something big for her and Green, who tied the knot in June 2010. “I want at least two, probably three kids,” the Friends With Kids actress says in the April issue of Cosmopolitan. “I’ve always been maternal.” This will be the second child for Green, who also has a 10-year-old son with ex Vanessa Marcil.

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Dick Clark Has Passed Away At 82

Very, very sad news to pass along today … music legend Dick Clark has died. After struggling with health issues for the past few years stemming from a fairly serious stroke, it is being reported that Clark passed away this morning after he suffered a massive heart attack … he was 82. News of his death is new so there aren’t very many details … one thing’s for sure, tho, Clark‘s death will have a huge impact on all of those who love music. Read on for all the known deets and please join me in saying our goodbyes.

Dick Clark — famed TV producer, and “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” host — died from a massive heart attack this morning … TMZ has learned. Clark’s rep tells TMZ, the TV icon had been in St. John’s hospital in L.A. after undergoing an outpatient procedure last night. Clark suffered the “massive” heart attack following the procedure. Attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful. Clark was 82. Clark’s health had been on the decline since he suffered a significant stroke in 2004 — forcing him to retire from his hosting gig at “New Years’ Rockin’ Eve,” which he created in 1972. (Read more...)

Watch: The Late Tupac Shakur Performs At Coachella As A Hologram

Snoop Dogg was one of the headliners, along with Dr. Dre, at the 2012 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival last night and during his set he “brought up on stage” one of his good friends to perform with him … the late Tupac Shakur. Despite the fact that Tupac was killed 15 years ago, he was able to “perform” on stage with Snoop last night due to the wonders of hologram technology. Honestly, it’s something you have to see to believe. Click below to see some photos and watch video of hologram Tupac performing with Snoop Dogg at Coachella last night.

Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg put on an impressive show at Coachella Sunday, and it included a surprise guest: deceased rapper Tupac Shakur. The late rapper made his return to the stage from beyond the grave as a hologram during Dre and Snoop’s set at the music festival held in Indio, California. Thanks to the hologram technology, a shirtless Tupac seemed to take the stage, bearing greetings to Dre and Snoop before addressing the audience with, “What the f*** is up Coachella?” Hologram Pac gave a surprisingly realistic and lively performance of “Hail Mary,” followed (Read more...)