The HollyWooWoo Report 
Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012

Lindsay Lohan A Suspect In Jewelry Theft

Lindsay Lohan and her assistant Gavin Doyle are suspects in an alleged robbery at her friend's Hollywood Hills mansion last week. Some expensive jewelry was missing. The host has recanted, but police have interviewed witnesses who claim Lindsay & Gavin are guilty.

Oprah Winfrey Is World's Highest Paid Celebrity

Forbes magazine has ranked Oprah Winfrey the world's highest paid celebrity. She banked $165 million in the past year. Filmmaker Michael Bay scored second place with $160 million. Director Steven Spielberg was a distant third with $130 million.

Sabrina Bryan Announced As 13th DWTS All-Stars Contestant

Sabrina Bryan will be the 13^th contestant on DWTS All-Stars. Viewers and fans selected her over Carson Kressley and Kyle Massey. Bryan appeared on the 5th season in 2007. She led all scoring, then was axed. Her partner will be Louis Van Amstel. The show returns Sept 24.

Fire Hits Tyler Perry Studios In Atlanta

Firefighters battled a roof blaze at Tyler Perry’s Atlanta studios Monday, the second in the past four months. There were no reports of any injuries. The cause is under investigation. The cause of a fire in May that destroyed a simulated streetscape was never determined.

Dr. Phil's '57 Chevy stolen from auto shop

Dr. Phil's classic 1957 two-door Chevrolet convertible was stolen from an auto shop in Burbank. It was undergoing a transmission repair. The car is valued at $100,000. Thieves broke through a roll-up door at the shop to get the car. Police are looking for it.

Rosie O'Donnell: I'm married, selling art on eBay

Rosie O'Donnell has announced she married fiancé Michelle Rounds in a private ceremony June 9. Five days after, Rounds had surgery to treat desmoid tumors. Rosie is selling original paintings on eBay to raise money for the Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation.

Pink Turned Down Idol And X Factor

Pink has turned down offers to join the judges on American Idol and The X Factor. She does not want her private life exposed on reality TV. She says, “It’s just not for me.” She's sure viewers would find her private life with husband Carey Hart fascinating.

Madonna scraps Australian shows

Madonna has cancelled planned tour dates in Australia early next year. She wants to spend time with her four children. The concerts would have been her first in Australia in 20 years. The tour will now wrap in Argentina Dec. 22.

Carly Rae Jepsen Splits From Call Me Maybe Boyfriend

Carly Rae Jepsen has split from the boyfriend who inspired her megahit ‘Call Me Maybe.’ She and architecture student Jordi Ashworth apparently went their separate ways in June. She is now seeing musician Matthew Koma. They were introduced by LMFAO star Redfoo.

Robin Roberts to start medical leave next week

Robin Roberts says Friday will be her last day co-anchoring "Good Morning America" for a while. She has MDS, a blood and bone marrow disease once known as pre-leukemia. She will be hospitalized next week to prepare for a bone marrow transplant.

Michael Buble Makes Plans For Another Hit Christmas

Michael Buble is hoping to conquer the Christmas gift market for a second year with a variety of quirky accessories. Among the collectibles: an exclusive ornament for the tree, a fleece scarf & glove set, a spa robe & slippers, Christmas card, and Buble Christmas mug.

Rihanna causes a stir as she lands in London wearing outfit glorifying cannabis

Rihanna arrived in London last night. She was wearing a sweatshirt that appears to show someone rolling a joint. She is in the UK to discuss her fashion range for River Island. The line goes on sale in the spring of 2013.

Brad Pitt To Serve Own Wine At Wedding

Brad Pitt will serve wine from his own estate at his upcoming wedding to Angelina Jolie. They are set to tie the knot at their estate in France. Brad chose the wine for the reception, including their own product called ‘Pink Floyd’, which was grown on the property.

Miley Cyrus' love interest on 'Two ½ Men' had no idea she was joining the show

Angus T. Jones, who plays Jake on Two and a Half Men, was surprised to learn who his love interest will be. Miley Cyrus will guest in 2 episodes. She’s a family friend of Walden Schmidt, who meets Jake when he comes home from the Army. The show returns Sept 27.

Christina Aguilera to be honored for philanthropy

Christina Aguilera will be recognized for her work in philanthropy. The coach on The Voice will receive a Special Achievement Award during the ALMA Awards Sept. 21 on NBC. The show commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month. Eva Longoria & George Lopez will co-host.

Director Tony Scott cremated; scholarship created

Tony Scott has been cremated, and his widow will keep his remains at their Los Angeles-area home. The movie director jumped from a bridge into the Los Angeles Harbor Aug. 19. His family has created a memorial scholarship at the American Film Institute.

Troy Aikman’s ex charged with being drunk in public

Troy Aikman's ex-wife was arrested in Collin County, Texas for being drunk in public. 43-year-old Rhonda Aikman was taken to jail & released on $269 bond. Her car was towed to a nearby impound lot. She and Troy divorced in April 2011 after 10 years of marriage.

Camille/Kelsey Grammer Malibu Mansion for Sale

The Malibu mansion owned by Kelsey and Camille Grammer is for sale for $17.9M. They bought it in 1998, for $4.5M. They must also sell and divide the proceeds from their properties in Beverly Hills and Beaver Creek, Colorado.

THE HOLLYWOOWOO REPORT MONDAY AUGUST 27TH 2012

Snooki of 'Jersey Shore' delivers baby boy

"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi gave birth Sunday to her first child, a boy. She and fiance Jionni LaValle welcomed Lorenzo Dominic LaValle just before 3 a.m. Sunday at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. "The world just got another Guido!!!," a Polizzi rep told MTV.

Anna Faris Gives Birth, Welcomes Baby Jack

Anna Faris and husband Chris Platt have welcomed their first child together, a baby boy named Jack. He was born Saturday prematurely and is in neonatal intensive care at a Los Angeles hospital. Faris played Sacha Baron Cohen’s love interest in ‘The Dictator.’

Rihanna and Rob Kardashian: New couple alert?

Rihanna and Rob Kardashian went on a go-karting date Saturday night at Racer's Edge Indoor Karting in Burbank. They then hit the Playhouse nightclub in Hollywood. They then shared a car home. Rob's Rihanna lookalike fling Rita Ora was seen partying in London.

R&B singer Usher wins primary custody of sons

Usher on Friday was awarded primary custody of his two sons. His custody will start Sept. 1. He and ex-wife Tameka Foster Raymond will have joint legal custody. Usher married Tameka in 2007. They divorced two years later. She plans to appeal.

Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban close to joining 'Idol'?

The Hollywood Reporter insists Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban are close to signing with American Idol as judges. She would get $8 million, he would get $4 million. Randy Jackson could stay a judge, or become a mentor. An announcement is planned this week.

Katy Perry rejects 'American Idol's' offer of $20 million

Katy Perry was recruited hardcore to join the American Idol judges panel, to the tune of $20 million. She turned it down. She feels it’s “not the right career choice” for her. She was a guest judge during the audition rounds in Season 9, after the departure of Paula Abdul.

Prince Harry sets off to see Dad as porn offer surfaces

Prince Harry met with his dad Prince Charles over the weekend. Harry was told that his reckless behavior is embarrassing the royal family. Meanwhile, Vivid Entertainment has made him a $10M offer to star in an adult film. He’s expected to turn it down.

John Mayer Chops Off His Long Locks

John Mayer originally grew out his hair during his 2-year hiatus from music. He debuted a dramatic new look Saturday. After breaking things off with Katy Perry, he said goodbye to his long locks. He attended a party for Mindy Kaling's new show, The Mindy Project.

Mitt Romney Event Drops $500k on Journey Concert

Journey was offered $500,000 to play a campaign event for Mitt Romney ... and they accepted. They will perform at a private fundraising party in Tampa Thursday night. It’s a paying gig, not an endorsement. Recently divorced Michaele Salahi will also be there.

Philly gets ready to host Jay-Z's music megashow next weekend

Jay-Z's "Made In America" music festival is expected to attract 100,000 fans to Philadelphia over Labor Day weekend. A ticket is $75, a 2-day pass is $135. Proceeds go to United Way organizations. Pearl Jam are co-headliners. The event will be filmed for a movie.

Oops! NBC announces death of wrong Neil

NBC News got a little ahead of themselves when news of Neil Armstrong's death hit the internet. They posted a story with the headline, "Astronaut Neil Young, first man to walk on moon, dies at age 82." Singer Neil Young is a guest on Jimmy Fallon’s show tonight.

Rihanna And Coldplay To Duet At Paralympics Closing Ceremony

Rihanna and Coldplay are set to close the London Paralympic Games next month. They will team up for a special collaboration of ‘Princess Of China’. Organizers behind the grand finale have decided on a theme of the elements - earth, wind, water, fire and ice.

Amanda Bynes: Prosecutors Re-Open old Hit-and-Run Case

Amanda Bynes is no longer in the clear for an alleged hit-and-run back in April. The L.A. City Attorney is taking a new look at that case. She has been involved in at least 3 accident-related incidents this year. If convicted of any, she faces a fine, probation or public service.

Wyclef Jean Calls For Continued Help In His Native Haiti

Wyclef Jean has urged fans not to forget about his country. He says Haiti is still in desperate need of help. Tropical Storm Isaac whipped across the low-lying Caribbean nation over the weekend. Haiti is still rebuilding from a devastating 2010 earthquake.

Prince Harry Deletes Facebook Account

Prince Harry has deleted his Facebook page after naked pictures of him at a party in Las Vegas emerged online last week. He used the name Spike Wells on the social networking site. He has logged off for good following advice from his private secretary.

Angela Bassett To Play Coretta Scott King

Angela Bassett is set to play Martin Luther King Jr.'s wife in an upcoming film. She will portray Coretta Scott King in the Lifetime TV movie Betty and Coretta. Mary J. Blige will play Dr. Betty Shabazz, the wife of Malcolm X. Bassett played the role in 1992’s Malcolm X.

Winehouse album proceeds go to charity

Mitch Winehouse, father of Amy Winehouse, said proceeds from her posthumous album will go to an Irish children's hospice. He will present Laura Lynn house in Dublin a check for more than $31,000. Mitch said Amy would have approved of giving money to the charity.

Betty White: Lucky to be working at 90

Betty White said she doesn't owe her longevity to healthy eating habits. She owns a 2-story house and goes up and down the stairs constantly. She feels lucky to still be working at age 90. Her favorite foods: hot dogs, red licorice, potato chips and french fries.

Kem Releasing 'Sensuous' Christmas Album

Kem has a holiday album planned for the fall. The Detroit R&B singer will release "What Christmas Means" on Oct. 16 via Motown. It will include 5 originals and 5 cover songs. He calls them “warm, romantic, sensuous.” His next studio album will be out in 2013.

The HollyWooWoo Report 
Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012

Taylor Swift buys home near Kennedys in Hyannis Port

Looks like a love story really could be in the making. Or a STALKER!!! This is a creepy story in my opinion. Taylor Swift has purchased a home near the Kennedys in Hyannis Port, Mass. She bought the 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom home for just under $5 million. The house sits across the street from Conor's grandmother, Ethel.

Alanis Morissette announces N. American tour, not coming to Hampton Roads

Alanis Morissette has announced a North American concert tour to support her new album, "Havoc and Bright Lights." The CD is due out Aug. 28. She will perform songs from the past 17 years of her career. She’s also talking to ‘Idol’ producers about a vacant judging chair.

Nicki Minaj Ordered To Rest Her Voice

Nicki Minaj has been ordered to rest her voice for two weeks following the end of her North American tour. The tour wrapped Sunday in Vancouver. She’s booked to perform three shows in the UK Aug 18-21. Her doctor says if she does, she will further damage her voice.

Longtime Cosmo editor Helen Gurley Brown, 90, dies

Helen Gurley Brown, the former longtime editor of Cosmopolitan magazine, died Monday at a hospital in New York. She was 90. Her magazine & books are considered guides for advice and opinion on love & sex. Her motto: "Good girls go to heaven, bad girls go everywhere."

Michelle Obama teases Gabby Douglas over fast food

Gabby Douglas and Michelle Obama appeared on ‘The Tonight Show’ last night. Gabby confessed to eating McDonalds' food after winning 2 gold medals. Michelle told Jay Leno it was daughter Malia who arranged the Kiss Cam kiss at the Olympic basketball exhibition.

Charlie Sheen back on Twitter, missed fans

Charlie Sheen has decided to re-open his Twitter account because "he misses his fans." He quit Twitter in July because he didn't feel like he was getting anything out of the Social Network. He has re-activated his account and plans to reach out to his 8 million followers.

Robert Pattinson: Split Feels Like End Of World

Robert Pattinson says breaking up with someone feels like the end of the world. He appeared on 'The Daily Show' last night. Host Jon Stewart offered him ice cream to help cheer him up. After the taping, he attended the premiere for his new movie 'Cosmopolis'.

VH1 pulls 'Ev and Ocho' reality series off schedule

Reality ‘Ev and Ocho’ has been pulled off VH1's schedule. The show was removed after Chad Johnson was arrested for domestic violence last weekend. He is accused of head-butting wife Evelyn Lozada during an argument. The show was scheduled to begin airing Sept. 3.

Creed's Scott Stapp has tell-all set for fall release

Scott Stapp of the band Creed is about to lay it all out in a tell-all memoir due in the fall. The book, Sinner's Creed, reveals his suicide attempts, alcohol-induced rampages, and abusive childhood. Sinner's Creed goes on sale Oct. 2.

Kenny G files for divorce after 20-year marriage

Kenny G is playing the final note on his marriage after 20 years. He filed for divorce Thursday in Los Angeles, citing irreconcilable differences. He and Balynda Helene Benson-Gorelick married in April 1992. They have a 14-year-old son. He is seeking joint custody.

Galifianakis and Lundberg wed in B.C.

Zach Galifianakis married girlfriend Quinn Lundberg Saturday in Vancouver, Canada. He stars in the current comedy release "The Campaign." He was also in the "The Hangover" movies. Lundberg is co-founder of a charity supporting community-based projects.

NBC halts Olympics for promotional monkeyshines

NBC got into trouble with Olympics viewers Sunday night. They cut away to air a pilot for a new sitcom featuring a monkey. An hour later, they rejoined the closing ceremony. The finale lasted just 35 minutes, and featured The Who. Viewers were left fuming.

Halle Berry leaves restaurant after woman collapses by table

Halle Berry was in the middle of a 911 emergency Sunday night in a Malibu restaurant. An old woman collapsed next to her table, and couldn't get up. Halle was there with daughter Nahla & fiance Olivier Martinez. They paid the bill and slipped out before help arrived.

Male model to appear on ‘Price is Right’

For the first time in the show's 40-season history, "The Price Is Right" plans to feature a male model. A casting call is set Aug 30. Those selected will compete online. Viewers will vote for a favorite. The winning man will begin a week of appearances on Monday, Oct. 15.

Will.I.Am Is Going Back To School

Will.i.am is going back to school to study computer science. He said he admires computer programmers more than he does songwriters. He wants to learn to write code. He may not sign up to be a judge on the second season on BBC’s 'The Voice' next year.

Elton John moons Michael Caine’s boat week after flashing Simon Cowell’s yacht

Elton John bottomed out on a yacht in St. Tropez on Monday. He flashed his naked behind to some unsuspecting peeps on a neighboring boat. He was on the boat with husband David Furnish and some friends. The other boat belonged to actor Michael Caine.

Mel Gibson: Hollywood Won't Forgive Me

Mel Gibson doesn't think Hollywood is ready to forgive him for his behavior. He’s been in a number of controversial incidents in the last few years. He said he’s never hurt anyone: ''It ain't easy and it's not fair. You've just got to slip the old water off the back and move on.''