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Reality TV People News - December 2008
'Trading Spaces' designer Doug Wilson arrested for drunk driving
December 31, 2008
If Doug Wilson ever needs to redesign a jail cell, he'll now have some sort of reference point.
Report: Jennifer Hudson may sing at Barack Obama's inauguration
December 31, 2008
Jennifer Hudson's return to the stage may reportedly came at President-elect Barack Obama's Presidential inauguration.
'The Biggest Loser' couple Marty and Amy Wolff expecting a baby
December 31, 2008
The Biggest Loser couple Marty and Amy Wolff are expecting their first child together.
'Top Model' winner Eva Marcille gets engaged to actor Lance Gross
December 29, 2008
Former America's Next Top Model winner Eva Marcille got a bigger Christmas present than she expected over the holidays: an engagement ring from boyfriend and House of Payne actor Lance Gross.
'The Girls Next Door' star Kendra Wilkinson sets wedding date
December 29, 2008
Former The Girls Next Door star Kendra Wilkinson and NFL wide receiver Hank Baskett have set their wedding date and location.
'American Idol' judge Simon Cowell shows off toned body in Barbados
December 27, 2008
"America Idol" judge Simon Cowell says he works hard to maintain the toned body he recently showed off during a Barbados vacation.Ex-'American Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson to sing at MusiCares event
December 23, 2008
Jennifer Hudson, the U.S. singer whose mother, brother and nephew were slain this year, is set to perform at the upcoming MusiCares Person of the Year gala.
'Apprentice' star Donald Trump sues city for $100 million over course
December 20, 2008
A series of run-ins between celebrity developer Donald Trump and the California community of Rancho Palos Verdes is culminating in a lawsuit, observers say.
Judge orders 'Celebrity Rehab' participant Steven Adler back to rehab
December 19, 2008
Judge orders 'Celebrity Rehab' participant Steven Adler back to rehab
'Dancing with the Stars' pro Cheryl Burke releasing workout DVD
December 17, 2008
Time Life says it has teamed up with U.S. professional dancer Cheryl Burke to create a new fitness program set to dance hits of the 1970s.
'Blush' finalist Todd Homme found dead in his sleep, cause unknown
December 17, 2008
Todd Homme, a finalist on Lifetime's Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist reality series, was reportedly found dead Saturday night at his home. He was 23.
'Idol' champ Carrie Underwood to perform at People's Choice Awards
December 17, 2008
'Idol' champ Carrie Underwood to perform at People's Choice Awards
Police: Dead 'Double Shot at Love' suitor was drunk and street racing
December 16, 2008
Kandice Hutchison, the MTV A Double Shot at Love reality dating series contestant who was killed in an October 21 car crash in Euless, TX, was allegedly drunk and street racing at the time of the crash.
Former 'Top Chef' finalist Sam Talbot weds in 'secret' ceremony
December 15, 2008
Sam Talbot's wedding was apparently a very private affair.
'Top Chef' judge Tom Colicchio accused of wage and tip violations
December 15, 2008
While Tom Colicchio's culinary skills are considered above reproach, some of the business aspects in one of his restaurants have reportedly come into question.
'Flipping Out' star Jeff Lewis in deck feud with 'Ugly Betty' actress
December 15, 2008
An encroachment dispute apparently caused Jeff Lewis to flip out.Prosecutors: Gift jeolousy triggered Jennifer Hudson family killings
December 13, 2008
A birthday gift made homicide suspect William Balfour so jealous he killed three family members of actress Jennifer Hudson in Chicago, prosecutors allege.
Former 'Idol' finalist Kristy Lee Cook "parts ways" with Arista Records
December 11, 2008
Maybe seventh-season American Idol finalist Kristy Lee Cook should have "waited" after all.
Lance Bass: My love life was "destroyed" by 'Dancing with the Stars'
December 11, 2008
Lance Bass loved his time on Dancing with the Stars, but it apparently came at the expense of his love life.
Injured 'Man vs. Wild' star Bear Grylls finally airlifted to safety
December 10, 2008
Bear Grylls is finally out of Antarctica.
'The Bachelorette' couple Trista and Ryan Sutter having a baby girl
December 10, 2008
Trista and Ryan Sutter are getting their own bachelorette.Former 'Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson returning to work, filming video
December 10, 2008
Former 'Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson returning to work, filming video
Former 'American Idol' champ Fantasia Barrino's home up for auction
December 9, 2008
Former 'American Idol' champ Fantasia Barrino's home up for auction
'America's Next Top Model' judge Nigel Barker welcomes second child
December 8, 2008
Nigel Barker will presumably be taking lots of baby pictures this holiday season.
Former 'Idol' champ Jordin Sparks 'parting ways' with 19 Management
December 8, 2008
It was apparently one-and-done for Jordin Sparks and 19 Management.
'Nashville Star' judge and 'Gone Country' star John Rich gets married
December 8, 2008
John Rich reportedly got hitched over the weekend.
Derek Hough and Mark Ballas' band signs with Hollywood Records
December 7, 2008
Mark Ballas and Derek Hough have formally found a home for their music, as Hollywood Records has officially announced it's signed the Dancing with the Stars professionals' band to a recording deal and will release the group's debut album early next year.'Man vs. Wild' star Bear Grylls injured in Antarctica expedition
December 7, 2008
The wild apparently got the better of Man vs. Wild star Bear Grylls during a recent expedition in Antarctica.'A Double Shot at Love' contestant killed after appearance on the show
December 7, 2008
Kandice Hutchison, a contestant on MTV's upcoming A Double Shot at Love reality dating series, was killed in a car accident that occurred after she finished her involvement in the show's production.
Blake Lewis has new manager, new record deal "in the works"
December 5, 2008
Blake Lewis is apparently optimistic about his future footing in the music industry.
'American Idol' judge Paula Abdul selling home after recent suicide
December 5, 2008
Nearly one month after the apparent suicide of obsessed fan Paula Goodspeed outside her Sherman Oaks, CA home, American Idol judge Paula Abdul has decided to put the house on the market.
Julianne Hough "not in any rush" to get engaged to beau Chuck Wicks
December 4, 2008
Julianne Hough is focusing on her music career -- not a potential wedding with boyfriend Chuck Wicks.
Heidi Montag disappointed by mom's criticism of elopement wedding
December 4, 2008
Heidi Montag has joined husband Spencer Pratt in firing back at her mom over harsh comments she made about The Hills stars' impromptu wedding.Jennifer Hudson says she's honored by Grammy Award nominations
December 4, 2008
Jennifer Hudson says she's honored by Grammy Award nominations
Spencer Pratt: I can't wait to prove Heidi Montag's mother wrong
December 4, 2008
The Hills star Spencer Pratt has wasted little time in responding to remarks made by Darlene Egelhoff, the mother of his new wife -- and fellow The Hills co-star -- Heidi Montag, that the couple's November 20 marriage will be a brief one.Hudson, Barrino, Underwood, and Sparks land Grammy nominations
December 4, 2008
Former American Idol finalist Jennifer Hudson and champions Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood and Jordin Sparks were all recognized by The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences when the nominations for the 51th Annual Grammy Awards were announced Wednesday night.Suspect in Jennifer Hudson family murders has long rap sheet
December 4, 2008
Suspect in Jennifer Hudson family murders has long rap sheetHeidi Montag's mom on marriage to Spencer Pratt: I give it six months
December 4, 2008
Heidi Montag's mother Darlene Egelhoff doesn't have the highest of expectations for her daughter's marriage to fellow The Hills star Spencer Pratt. In fact, she doesn't even see the marriage lasting a year.
Prosecutor: Jealousy behind Jennifer Hudson family members killings
December 3, 2008
Prosecutor: Jealousy behind Jennifer Hudson family members killingsJennifer Hudson brother-in-law charged with killing her three relatives
December 2, 2008
Jennifer Hudson brother-in-law charged with killing her three relativesEstranged relative arrested in Jennifer Hudson family killings
December 1, 2008
Estranged relative arrested in Jennifer Hudson family killings
