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Celebrity Plastic Surgery Gone Bad
Most celebrities have had "a little work done" over the course of their careers, going for the usual nip here or tuck there to improve their appearance and keep themselves looking youthful enough to keep landing the big roles; and then there are the few dozen who have taken cosmetic surgery procedures to their most extreme.
Take former Dead or Alive singer Pete Burns, for instance. Known in the early 80s for his flamboyant, androgynous appearance, Burns has undergone several cosmetic surgeries -- likening them to simply "buying a new sofa" and saying it's something he'll always keep doing ...
READ MORETake former Dead or Alive singer Pete Burns, for instance. Known in the early 80s for his flamboyant, androgynous appearance, Burns has undergone several cosmetic surgeries -- likening them to simply "buying a new sofa" and saying it's something he'll always keep doing ...
Suzanne Somers: 'My Breasts Were A Huge Part Of My Career'
Cancer survivor Suzanne Somers is sporting a new set of breasts after going under the knife for stem cell reconstruction.
The actress was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in 2000 and she later underwent a lumpectomy to remove the malignant tumor.
The former Three's Company star tells People magazine, "My jaw dropped when they (the medics) took the bandages off. Sixty-five per cent of my breast was gone. I had a DD on one side, and on the other side I could barely fill a B cup... My breasts were a huge part of my career... I had these beautiful breasts, which I had never appreciat...
READ MOREThe actress was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in 2000 and she later underwent a lumpectomy to remove the malignant tumor.
The former Three's Company star tells People magazine, "My jaw dropped when they (the medics) took the bandages off. Sixty-five per cent of my breast was gone. I had a DD on one side, and on the other side I could barely fill a B cup... My breasts were a huge part of my career... I had these beautiful breasts, which I had never appreciat...
Barry Manilow, Suzanne Somers Make Bizarre Pact to Plan Each Other's Funerals
As morbid as it sounds, Barry Manilow can rest easy knowing that when he dies, he could go out in style. That's because he and his best friend, Suzanne Somers, made a pact to produce each other's funerals ... or at least one will for "whoever goes first."
On Wednesday's The Talk, the ladies and guest host Somers sat down with Manilow, who was promoting his new album, "15 Minutes." The BFFs revealed that they...
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READ MOREOn Wednesday's The Talk, the ladies and guest host Somers sat down with Manilow, who was promoting his new album, "15 Minutes." The BFFs revealed that they...
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Celebrities Who Have Been Fired From Their TV Shows
By now the whole world should know that "Two and a Half Men" will not feature Charlie Sheen next season. Last week, Warner Bros. terminated Sheen's contract after he publicly criticized the shows co-creator Chuck Lorre and confessed to drug use, wild partying, and a polyamorous relationship. Charlie Sheen isn't the first actor to be kicked off a successful television show. Here are some other notable celebrities who have been given the pink slip from their respective TV shows because of controversy or erratic behavior.
Isaiah Washington (Grey's Anatomy)
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Audrina Patridge, Dita Von Teese & Other Celebs Are Red Hot At Heart Truth Fashion Show
Several celebrities walked the runway at the Heart Truth's Red Dress Fall 2011 Fashion Show at the Lincoln Center in New York City yesterday.
The annual event raisies awareness about heart disease, and nearly two dozen stars wore crimson gowns.
"Dancing With The Stars" dancer Julianne Hough wore a dress embellished with Swarovski crystals, while "The Hills" star Audrina Patridge modeled a sequined one-shoulder Badgley Mischka gown.
Dita Von Teese showed off her curves in a Zac Posen number, and Taraji P. Henson donned Naeem Khan. See more below:
Reality TV star Audrina Patridge
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READ MOREThe annual event raisies awareness about heart disease, and nearly two dozen stars wore crimson gowns.
"Dancing With The Stars" dancer Julianne Hough wore a dress embellished with Swarovski crystals, while "The Hills" star Audrina Patridge modeled a sequined one-shoulder Badgley Mischka gown.
Dita Von Teese showed off her curves in a Zac Posen number, and Taraji P. Henson donned Naeem Khan. See more below:
Reality TV star Audrina Patridge
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Lawsuit Against Suzanne Somers Dismissed
A lawsuit targeting actress Suzanne Somers over a failed business venture has been thrown out by a judge due to insufficient evidence.
The Three's Company star was sued by her former financial backer John Bouchillon, who claimed he poured $400,000 into a meal-preparation business called Suzanne's Kitchen, which opened in Kentucky in 2006 and closed a few months later.
The firm is said to have folded after a number of disagreements between partners, prompting Bouchillon to take legal action against Somers in 2008 in a bid to get his investment back.
The actress testified on Wednesday that...
READ MOREThe Three's Company star was sued by her former financial backer John Bouchillon, who claimed he poured $400,000 into a meal-preparation business called Suzanne's Kitchen, which opened in Kentucky in 2006 and closed a few months later.
The firm is said to have folded after a number of disagreements between partners, prompting Bouchillon to take legal action against Somers in 2008 in a bid to get his investment back.
The actress testified on Wednesday that...
Suzanne Somers Looks Really Different These Days
Suzanne Somers appeared on "The Marilyn Denis Show" in Toronto today, and she isn't taking aging lying down. But why can't these ladies grow old gracefully without all the plumping, pruning and botoxing? (The photo on the right is from 2003).
However, she doesn't look half bad for age 64. What do you think?
In 1977 Somers landed the breakthrough role of Chrissy Snow on the hit sitcom "Three's Company." She's come a long way, baby.
READ MOREHowever, she doesn't look half bad for age 64. What do you think?
In 1977 Somers landed the breakthrough role of Chrissy Snow on the hit sitcom "Three's Company." She's come a long way, baby.
Sex Cream Turned Jenny McCarthy Into A Wild Woman
Jenny McCarthy has TV icon Suzanne Somers to thank for a boost in her sex life - a miracle hormone cream the "Three's Company" star talked about in her book Breakthrough turned the model/actress into a bedroom diva.
The "Baseketball" star loved the idea of Progesterone Cream and decided to try it for herself - and smeared on a little too much.
She explains, "Suzanne Somers had a book called Breakthrough and she talks about hormone replacement and I thought it was a good idea since my PMS is a little (off)... but I put too much on, and it took my (star sign) Scorpio to, like, level 10.
"I...
READ MOREThe "Baseketball" star loved the idea of Progesterone Cream and decided to try it for herself - and smeared on a little too much.
She explains, "Suzanne Somers had a book called Breakthrough and she talks about hormone replacement and I thought it was a good idea since my PMS is a little (off)... but I put too much on, and it took my (star sign) Scorpio to, like, level 10.
"I...
Suzanne Somers Says Chemotherapy 'Poisoned' Patrick Swayze
Cancer survivor Suzanne Somers has blamed Patrick Swayze's death on his chemo treatment. The former Three's Company star announced in 2001 she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, and rejected chemotherapy in favor of a natural treatment called Iscador, a mistletoe extract.
Now Somers has spoken out about Dirty Dancing star Swayze, who died at 57 after losing his battle with pancreatic cancer on Monday.
The actress insists Swayze, who underwent regular bouts of chemo, could have extended his life if he had turned to alternative aids instead of drugs.
She tells columnist Shinan...
READ MORENow Somers has spoken out about Dirty Dancing star Swayze, who died at 57 after losing his battle with pancreatic cancer on Monday.
The actress insists Swayze, who underwent regular bouts of chemo, could have extended his life if he had turned to alternative aids instead of drugs.
She tells columnist Shinan...
Spotlight: Celebrities On Home Shopping Network
Launched in 1982 in Florida by Lowell 'Bud' Paxson and Roy Speer, the Home Shopping Network (HSN) pioneered the concept of people being able to shop in their skivvies from the comfort of their couches. This shop-at-home brain child first came to Paxson in 1977 while he was managing a radio station and a liquidity problem arose with one of his advertisers, which resulted in the company being paid in electric can openers.
Since the kitchen appliance bartering system isn't always the most gainful way to run a business, the radio station was left with a significant amount of fund-raising to...
READ MORESince the kitchen appliance bartering system isn't always the most gainful way to run a business, the radio station was left with a significant amount of fund-raising to...
Top 10 Celebrity GILFS
There are so many articles and pictures on Celebrity MILFS (Moms I'd Like To F---). Rarely do you see features on celebrity GILFS (Grandmas I'd Like To F---). It's time to put the spotlight on some of hollywood's hottest grannies. The criteria for being a celebrity GILF is a female celebrity who is actually a grandmother. That means celebrities like Sharon Stone and Melanie Griffin don't qualify for this list.
Check out the top ten Celebrity GILFS (Note: These aren't your typical grandmas), and tell us if we missed anyone!
10. Sophia Loren
If you're wondering why Sophia Lore...
READ MORECheck out the top ten Celebrity GILFS (Note: These aren't your typical grandmas), and tell us if we missed anyone!
10. Sophia Loren
If you're wondering why Sophia Lore...
Mel Gibson's Mistress Pregnant?
According to the May 18th issue of the National Enquirer, Mel Gibson's new squeeze might have a "bun in the oven."
Oksana Grigorieva, who already has an 11-year-old son with Bond actor Timothy Dalton, could be three months pregnant.
Apparently this news doesn't sit well with Mel's two oldest son's Edward and Christian, a source tells NE "They are quite upset," and plan to hire attorneys to protect they're inheritance. Also, Mel's wife Robyn who filed for divorce in April, wanted to have a clean break with her husband now plans to "get as much of his money as she possibly ca...
READ MOREOksana Grigorieva, who already has an 11-year-old son with Bond actor Timothy Dalton, could be three months pregnant.
Apparently this news doesn't sit well with Mel's two oldest son's Edward and Christian, a source tells NE "They are quite upset," and plan to hire attorneys to protect they're inheritance. Also, Mel's wife Robyn who filed for divorce in April, wanted to have a clean break with her husband now plans to "get as much of his money as she possibly ca...
Top On-Set Celebrity Feuds
Hilary vs. Faye, Beyonce vs. Etta and Chris Brown vs. Decent Society: No doubt about it, the celebrity feud is alive and well. Though many celeb squabbles make for amusing gossip fodder, it's rare for public battles to result in real-life rows; except, of course, when volatile stars enact personal wars in the workplace. What do you get when you cross massive egos and crippling insecurities with bright klieg lights and tight shooting schedules? Ten of the juiciest on-set squabbles in Hollywood history, that's what. Lights, camera, altercation!
Debra Winger vs. Shirley MacLaine -- Te...
READ MOREDebra Winger vs. Shirley MacLaine -- Te...
Suzanne Somers Encourages Christina Applegate
Actress Suzanne Somers has voiced her support for Christina Applegate as she battles with breast cancer - by writing an open letter written to the star.
Applegate, 36, announced the news of her illness last Saturday, with her spokesperson adding that she is expected to make a full recovery once she completes her treatment.
In a letter provided to People.com, Somers - a breast cancer survivor - writes: "Cancer is scary, and lonely. You can't ask anyone to make decisions for you because it's just too heavy. There is a lot of 'rush to treatment,' when what you really need is time t...
READ MOREApplegate, 36, announced the news of her illness last Saturday, with her spokesperson adding that she is expected to make a full recovery once she completes her treatment.
In a letter provided to People.com, Somers - a breast cancer survivor - writes: "Cancer is scary, and lonely. You can't ask anyone to make decisions for you because it's just too heavy. There is a lot of 'rush to treatment,' when what you really need is time t...
Stars Try To Save Homes From California Wildfires
David Duchovny and his family braved the wildfires heading for his home in Malibu, California, on Sunday and Monday, ignoring pleas to evacuate.
As Olivia Newton-John and director James Cameron agreed to leave their threatened homes after receiving warnings from firefighters, Duchovny refused to move out. A spokesman for local firefighters says, "He's safe for now."
Meanwhile, in an ironic twist, actress Suzanne Somers, who lost her home in Malibu fires earlier this year, has been forced to leave her temporary residence due to the new blaze.
The Hills stars Spencer Pratt a...
READ MOREAs Olivia Newton-John and director James Cameron agreed to leave their threatened homes after receiving warnings from firefighters, Duchovny refused to move out. A spokesman for local firefighters says, "He's safe for now."
Meanwhile, in an ironic twist, actress Suzanne Somers, who lost her home in Malibu fires earlier this year, has been forced to leave her temporary residence due to the new blaze.
The Hills stars Spencer Pratt a...
Stars' Seaside Retreats Threatened By Malibu Wildfire
Seaside celebrity enclave Malibu Colony in California has been ravaged by a fast-paced wildfire, which broke out early on Sunday morning. The blaze has already claimed an animal hospital and landmark buildings Hodge Castle, which was reportedly once owned by Bob Dylan, and Malibu Presbyterian Church.
Locals are mourning the loss of socialite Lilly Lawrence's castle home - because it included a private museum featuring letters from Grace Kelly, Princess Diana and six U.S. presidents. More than 500 firefighters are battling the blaze as WENN goes to press, but Los Angeles County Fire De...
READ MORELocals are mourning the loss of socialite Lilly Lawrence's castle home - because it included a private museum featuring letters from Grace Kelly, Princess Diana and six U.S. presidents. More than 500 firefighters are battling the blaze as WENN goes to press, but Los Angeles County Fire De...
Celebrity Birthdays, October 16
Happy Birthday to WNBA star and former UCONN Husky Sue Bird (1980), whiney singer John Mayer (1977), NHL star Paul Kariya (1974), Red Hot Chili Pepper Flea (1962), Mystic River star Tim Robbins (1958), Grateful Dead singer/guitarist Bob Weir (1947), actress/entrepreneur Suzanne Somers (1946), FOX sports announcer Tim McCarver (1941), Alice star Linda Lavin (1937), Murder She Wrote star Angela Lansbury (1925), American playwright Eugene O'Neill (1888; d. 1953), Irish author/poet Oscar Wilde (1854; d. 1900), and dictionary pioneer Noah Webster (1758; d. 1843).
READ MORESuzanne Somers Thanks Famous Friends For Support
Actress Suzanne Somers was amazed by the outpouring of support she received from her famous friends in the days after her beachfront home burned down. The Three's Company star lost her $3 million Malibu, California house when it was destroyed by a wild fire in January.
And the 60-year-old was "touched" when pals including Farrah Fawcett, who is battling cancer, and Jane Seymour lent their support.
She says, "First call was Farrah Fawcett, who was going through hell - she called to see if I was OK. Then Rosie O'Donnell called, then Ellen DeGeneres called to see if I was OK. And t...
READ MOREAnd the 60-year-old was "touched" when pals including Farrah Fawcett, who is battling cancer, and Jane Seymour lent their support.
She says, "First call was Farrah Fawcett, who was going through hell - she called to see if I was OK. Then Rosie O'Donnell called, then Ellen DeGeneres called to see if I was OK. And t...
Suzanne Somers Plans To Rebuild Her Destroyed Home
Beloved TV star Suzanne Somers is planning to rebuild her dream home on the site where the Malibu, California beach house burned down in January. The actress insists she'll rebuild the property from the ground up in the exact same spot where she watched her home go up in flames just over four months ago.
She says, "Sometimes you find a spot on earth and it's worth it. I love that spot." Wildfire destroyed Somers' house, while she watched the tragedy unfold on TV from a vacation home in Palm Springs, California. The rebuilding process has already begun, and will take up to three years.
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READ MOREShe says, "Sometimes you find a spot on earth and it's worth it. I love that spot." Wildfire destroyed Somers' house, while she watched the tragedy unfold on TV from a vacation home in Palm Springs, California. The rebuilding process has already begun, and will take up to three years.
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Suzanne Somers Thanks Friends For Their Support Following House Fire
Suzanne Somers has publicly thanked pals Farrah Fawcett and Ellen DeGeneres for their support after her Malibu, California home burned down in wildfires at the beginning of the year. The two ladies were among the first people to call and give the devastated actress their best wishes after the tragedy hit the headlines.
Somers agreed to appear on yesterday's Ellen show so she could thank the caring celebrities who took the trouble to pick up a phone.
After thanking DeGeneres personally, Somers told the host's studio audience and viewers, "She called me in the height of this momen...
READ MORESomers agreed to appear on yesterday's Ellen show so she could thank the caring celebrities who took the trouble to pick up a phone.
After thanking DeGeneres personally, Somers told the host's studio audience and viewers, "She called me in the height of this momen...
Suzanne Somers Recovers Wedding Ring From Fire-Ravaged Home
Beloved TV star Suzanne Somers is celebrating after a "professional sifter" recovered her wedding ring from the ruins of her fire-ravaged home. The actress' $3 million Malibu, California, house was destroyed by a wild fire last month.
Desperate to find her "small dainty" wedding band, Somers and husband Alan Hamel hired a professional to find it in the ashes of her home - and she burst into tears when it was returned to her finger.
(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)
READ MOREDesperate to find her "small dainty" wedding band, Somers and husband Alan Hamel hired a professional to find it in the ashes of her home - and she burst into tears when it was returned to her finger.
(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)
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"You have to laugh at yourself sometimes." Carmen Electra on lampooning Rebecca Romijn's all-blue X-Men character Mystique in new comedy Epic Movie.
"He died at the end. I want him to come back as sort of the Obi-Wan." Winona Ryder hopes Christian Slater's character comes back from the dead for the up...
READ MORE"I'm totally comfortable posing in the nude. My reps try to keep my clothes on." Child star-turned-sex symbol Dominique Swain likes to bare all.
"You have to laugh at yourself sometimes." Carmen Electra on lampooning Rebecca Romijn's all-blue X-Men character Mystique in new comedy Epic Movie.
"He died at the end. I want him to come back as sort of the Obi-Wan." Winona Ryder hopes Christian Slater's character comes back from the dead for the up...
Fire Destroys Suzanne Somers' Malibu Home
The home of beloved TV star-turned-fitness and lifestyle guru Suzanne Somers has been destroyed by a wildfire in Malibu, California. The star's house was one of several multimillion dollar properties destroyed by the fire yesterday.
Somers' home has an estimated value of $2 to $3 million, according to website TMZ.com. The blaze put many celebrities who live near the exclusive Malibu Colony on high alert.
Somers, who was not at home when the fire ravaged her home, is being philosophical about the blaze, stating today, "My nature is to look at the glass half-full. I don't have a s...
READ MORESomers' home has an estimated value of $2 to $3 million, according to website TMZ.com. The blaze put many celebrities who live near the exclusive Malibu Colony on high alert.
Somers, who was not at home when the fire ravaged her home, is being philosophical about the blaze, stating today, "My nature is to look at the glass half-full. I don't have a s...
Celebrity Birthdays, October 16
Happy Birthday to WNBA star and former UCONN Husky Sue Bird (1980), whiney singer John Mayer (1977), NHL star Paul Kariya (1974), Red Hot Chili Pepper Flea (1962), Mystic River star Tim Robbins (1958), Grateful Dead singer/guitarist Bob Weir (1947), actress/entrepreneur Suzanne Somers (1946), FOX sports windbag Tim McCarver (1941), Alice star Linda Lavin (1937), Murder She Wrote star Angela Lansbury (1925), American playwright Eugene O'Neill (1888; d. 1953), Irish author/poet Oscar Wilde (1854; d. 1900), and dictionary pioneer Noah Webster (1758; d. 1843).
READ MORESuzanne Somers' Hormone Book Causes Controversy
Suzanne Somers has been blasted for writing "nonmedical, misleading and unsubstantiated" claims in her new book on hormone therapies. The 59-year-old actress claims her book "Ageless: The Naked Truth About Bioidentical Hormones" contains a "medically validated approach", which can help maintain "a healthy, vibrant, mentally sharp, sexually active life - while building the body's natural defenses against age-related diseases."
However, Doctor Erika Schwartz, from the SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in New York City, tells the New York Post, "We believe Ageless: The Naked Truth About...
READ MOREHowever, Doctor Erika Schwartz, from the SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in New York City, tells the New York Post, "We believe Ageless: The Naked Truth About...
Celebrity Birthdays, October 16
Happy birthday to actor Jeremy Jackson (1980), singer/songwriter Kellie Martin (1975), rapper B-Rock (1972), actress Terri J. Vaughn (1969), Wilson Phillips singer Wendy Wilson (1969), Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea (1962), actor Randy Vasquez (1961), Husker Du singer Bob Mould (1960), Spandau Ballet guitarist Gary Kemp (1959), actor/director Tim Robbins (1958), Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir (1947), actress Suzanne Somers (1946), Bachman-Turner Overdrive bassist C.F. Turner (1943), actor Barry Corbin (1943), and actress Angela Lansbury (1925).
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