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Reality TV People News - August 2008
Ex-'Top Chef' runner-up Marcel Vigneron arrested, charged with DUI
August 28, 2008
Molecular gastronomy couldn't help Marcel Vigneron get out of the hot water he apparently found himself in over the weekend.
Ex-'Dancing' couple Mario Lopez, Karina Smirnoff spotted "canoodling"
August 27, 2008
Mario Lopez and Karina Smirnoff are reportedly trying to dance another day.
Judge grants request to suppress Jason Wahler's troubled past
August 26, 2008
Jason Wahler's lengthy arrest record reportedly won't weigh him down at an upcoming civil trial.
Former 'American Idol' finalist Ace Young joining Broadway's 'Grease'
August 25, 2008
Former 'American Idol' finalist Ace Young joining Broadway's 'Grease'
Jennifer Hudson to sing anthem at Democratic National Convention
August 25, 2008
Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson is set to sing the national anthem on the closing night of the Democratic National Convention in Denver, sources say.
'Idol' winner Ruben Studdard faces nearly $200,000 in tax liens
August 25, 2008
Ruben Studdard better have some deep pockets.'Snoop Dogg's Father Hood' star unveils new streetwear fashion line
August 25, 2008
U.S. rapper Snoop Dogg says he's launching a new clothing line which he intends to promote heavily on his reality TV series and elsewhere.
Donald Trump loses Ed McMahon home to another buyer
August 22, 2008
Donald Trump loses Ed McMahon home to another buyer
'The Biggest Loser' champion Matt Hoover sued for negligence
August 21, 2008
Matt Hoover apparently has a big legal problem.Ex-'Laguna' star Jason Wahler wants troubled past suppressed
August 21, 2008
Jason Wahler has claimed he doesn't remember his myriad of arrests, and now he apparently wants a judge to forget them too.British reality TV star pioneer Margaret Wilkins dies at age 73
August 21, 2008
Margaret Wilkins -- who is credited as being one of Britain's first reality television stars when she appeared in the 1974 series The Family -- has died. She was 73.
'Dancing' star Julianne Hough dating country crooner Chuck Wicks
August 20, 2008
Julianne Hough used Brad Paisley's summer tour to promote her self-titled country debut, and apparently found herself a new beau to boot.
Spencer Pratt aiming to marry 'The Hills' star Heidi Montag on live TV
August 19, 2008
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt aren't even engaged anymore, but once The Hills couple does decide to walk down the aisle they plan on having it be televised live.
'Dancing with the Stars' pros Mark Ballas, Derek Hough burglarized
August 18, 2008
A burglar has allegedly danced away with several items belonging to Mark Ballas and Derek Hough.
Simon Cowell: I don't have any conscience about spending money
August 16, 2008
Celebrity British TV producer Simon Cowell says thanks to his $65 million-a-year paycheck, he has no problem spending nearly $9,400 on T-shirts.Donald Trump buying Ed McMahon's house to save it from foreclosure
August 15, 2008
Real estate mogul Donald Trump reportedly is buying television personality Ed McMahon's Beverly Hills, Calif., house to save it from foreclosure.
Former 'American Idol' finalist Carmen Rasmusen expecting first child
August 15, 2008
Clay Aiken apparently isn't the only former American Idol second-season finalist with some baby news.
Bret Michaels: I still love, not over 'Rock of Love 2' winner Amber Lake
August 15, 2008
As Bret Michaels is about to embark on his third attempt to find love via VH1's Rock of Love with Bret Michaels reality dating series, the Poison frontman is apparently still pining for the show's second-season winner Amber Lake.
'Bachelorette' couple Trista and Ryan Sutter to christen cruise ship
August 14, 2008
Trista and Ryan Sutter will celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary with a christening.
'Nashville Star' champ Melissa Lawson making 'Grand Ole Opry' debut
August 14, 2008
Melissa Lawson will be following in the footsteps of numerous country musicians this weekend.
New dad Clay Aiken to reprise his Sir Robin 'Spamalot' role this fall
August 13, 2008
Clay Aiken apparently plans on being a working father.
Rep: Tori Spelling no longer scheduled to appear in new '90210'
August 11, 2008
Tori Spelling's representative says the U.S. television actress is no longer scheduled to appear in the new "Beverly Hills, 90210" spinoff.
Ryan Seacrest to continue ABC New Year's Eve co-hosting duties
August 11, 2008
Ryan Seacrest's name will be in lights when he helps the ball drop this New Year's Eve.
Clay Aiken becomes a dad: Jaymes Foster gives birth to baby boy
August 8, 2008
Clay Aiken is the father of a baby boy.'Nashville Star' judge Jewel weds 'Celebrity Bull Riding's Ty Murray
August 8, 2008
It didn't take long for Jewel Kilcher to take care of some personal business following Nashville Star's live sixth-season finale on Monday night.
'The Hills' star Lauren Conrad designing the Emmy Awards' gown
August 7, 2008
The Hills might not have received an Emmy nod, however Lauren Conrad's fingerprints will still be all over the event.
Carrie Underwood singing holiday album Christmas duet with Elvis
August 7, 2008
Carrie Underwood and several other country artists will cut a Christmas track with "The King" this holiday season.
RCA confirms David Cook working with Grammy-winning Rob Cavallo
August 7, 2008
RCA Records has confirmed David Cook is teaming with a producer that will help showcase his rocker persona.
'American Idol' runner-up Bo Bice and wife welcome second son
August 6, 2008
Bo Bice and his wife have welcomed another baby.
Constantine Maroulis to star in off-Broadway's 'Rock of Ages' musical
August 6, 2008
Constantine Maroulis' list of theatrical credits continues to grow.
Shannon Elizabeth denies Derek Hough engagement proposal rumor
August 6, 2008
Shannon Elizabeth apparently didn't dance around recent rumors of a possible engagement to Derek Hough.
Christopher Knight to host new 'Trivial Pursuit' syndicated game show
August 5, 2008
Television personality Christopher Knight has signed on to be the host of "Trivial Pursuit: America Plays," the syndicated game show's producers said Tuesday.
Ex-'Top Model' finalist Bianca Golden arrested after 'Hairspray' brawl
August 4, 2008
Claws were allegedly unleashed during a recent cat fight between former America's Next Top Model ninth-season finalist Bianca Golden and Hairspray actress Nikki Blonsky.Report: 'Million Dollar Listing's Josh Flagg arrested for stealing art
August 4, 2008
Josh Flagg has reportedly been accused of pilfering the homes of his clients.
Chris Harrison: Mary Delgado, Byron Velvick "trying to work things out"
August 1, 2008
Despite Mary Delgado's November arrest on a domestic battery charge against her fiance Byron Velvick, The Bachelor sixth-season couple is apparently still attempting to make their relationship last.
J.T. Torregiani wants to date Paula Abdul instead of 'Bachelor' stint
August 1, 2008
J.T. Torregiani reportedly doesn't want to serve as The Bachelor's next star because of the time it would take to film the ABC reality dating series, but it also has something to do with rekindling a romantic connection with ex Paula Abdul.
