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Reality TV News - February 2007
Florida appeals court denies Anna Nicole Smith's mom's petition
February 28, 2007
A Florida appeals court Wednesday upheld a lower court ruling giving Anna Nicole Smith's body to her daughter, paving the way for a burial in the Bahamas.
'Sopranos' star Vincent Pastore leaves 'Dancing with the Stars 4' cast
February 28, 2007
Before he was even able to waltz, tango or two-step in-front of a television audience, Vincent Pastore has withdrawn from the fourth season of ABC's Dancing with the Stars.
Report: New Paris Hilton traffic stop could result in jail time
February 28, 2007
Paris Hilton could find herself parked in a Hollywood lockup after allegedly tooling down Sunset Boulevard without a valid license.Bahamas house where Anna Nicole Smith was living put up for sale
February 28, 2007
South Carolina real estate mogul Ben Thompson has put the mansion in the Bahamas where the late Anna Nicole Smith lived on the market.
Former 'Dancing' star Sara Evans says husband is stalling divorce
February 28, 2007
Country singer Sara Evans filed a motion in a Tennessee court accusing her estranged husband, Craig Schelske, of stalling in their divorce proceedings.British reality TV star Jade Goody getting hate calls, protesters
February 28, 2007
British reality TV star Jade Goody was the subject of angry calls by a Sri Lankan angry that Goody was welcomed in India after making racist comments.Florida judge rejects Larry Birkhead's request for baby DNA sample
February 28, 2007
A Florida judge on Wednesday rejected Larry Birkhead's request for a DNA sample from Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, Dannielynn, whom Birkhead said he fathered.
'American Idol' host and judges voice support for Antonella Barba
February 28, 2007
Now that American Idol has decided not to disqualify Antonella Barba over the emergence of numerous provocative photos, the show's host and judges are circling the wagons in support of the sixth season semifinalist.
Katharine McPhee and Tyra Banks have a girl talk, get touchy
February 28, 2007
Oh, by the way. They're real, and they're spectacular.
The CW announces 'Crowned' reality beauty pageant casting calls
February 28, 2007
The CW has announced a nationwide search for the mother-daughter teams that will compete in Crowned: The Mother of All Pageants, a new reality series that will require mothers and daughters to work together to win a beauty pageant.
'American Idol' producer dispels Michael Jackson appearance... again
February 28, 2007
Reacting to continued speculation to the contrary, American Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe has reiterated that there is no truth to rumors that one-time "King of Pop" Michael Jackson will make a guest appearance on the sixth season of the reality competition series.'Idol' producer says Antonella Barba won't be disqualified over photos
February 28, 2007
After several days of playing coy about the fate of Antonella Barba, American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe has reportedly announced that despite the emergence of numerous provocative photos, the sixth season semifinalist will not be disqualified from the smash-hit Fox reality competition.
State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Fiji' Episode 4
February 28, 2007
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the fourth episode of Survivor: Fiji is now available.
The Amazing Race: All-Stars - Episode 2 summary
February 28, 2007
"The Bored Room, Stepstool to Heaven, and Driving Miss Drew," our episode summary for the second episode of The Amazing Race: All-Stars, the eleventh edition of The Amazing Race, written by Cygnus X1, is now available.Larry Birkhead at the dentist when Anna Nicole Smith collapsed
February 27, 2007
Larry Birkhead was in a dentist's chair when he learned his ex-lover Anna Nicole Smith collapsed in Florida, he said in an interview in Burbank, Calif.Expert: Lupus may account for Anna Nicole Smith drug prescriptions
February 27, 2007
Two drugs Anna Nicole Smith reportedly was taking may have been prescribed if she were suffering from lupus, an expert in New York told "Access Hollywood."
Santa Monica pulls 'Top Model 8' bus ads after resident complaints
February 27, 2007
Large images of beautiful women wearing jungle-style bikinis would seem like a good way to market the eighth season of The CW's America's Next Top Model, but it appears the people of Santa Monica, CA disagree.Production designer offers look at 'Top Model 8' modern mansion digs
February 27, 2007
The 13 girls competing on The CW's America's Next Top Model won't be providing the only eye candy during the series' eighth season, as the runway hopefuls will be living in a modern mansion perched high above Los Angeles.
Report: Nick Lachey asks Vanessa Minnillo's dad for OK to propose
February 27, 2007
Apparently anticipating a more traditional marriage then the one he had with former Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica co-star Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey has reportedly asked Vanessa Minnillo's father Vince for his daughter's hand in marriage.
The CW's 'Pussycat Dolls' reality show debut to feature lots of vomiting
February 27, 2007
When The CW's Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll premieres next week, there's going to be singing, dancing... and vomiting. Lots and lots of vomiting.
Report: 'Girls Next Door' stars Hugh Hefner and Holly Madison to wed
February 27, 2007
Despite living in the Playboy Mansion with three of his girlfriends, it looks like Hugh Hefner truly has eyes for only one of them.
NBC's 'Last Comic Standing' to award $250,000 to fifth season winner
February 27, 2007
Just think of the joy buzzers, whoopie cushions and water-shooting flowers you could buy with $250,000.Antonella Barba's 'Idol' best friend says most explicit photos aren't her
February 27, 2007
Fox isn't publicly commenting on the recent emergence of numerous provocative photos of sixth season American Idol semifinalist Antonella Barba, nor are they allowing Barba to directly do so herself. But there is one person that's willing to talk to the media about the alleged pictures -- Amanda Coluccio, the Barba best friend who also made it to American Idol 6's Hollywood round but failed to make the season's Top 24 semifinalists cut.
America and judges agree again as 'Grease' eliminates two more
February 27, 2007
The four remaining Sandys performed during Sunday night's live episode of NBC's Grease: You're the One that I Want -- and for the second week in a row -- the judges agreed with America in eliminating its next two Broadway hopefuls.Report: NBC giving Victoria Beckham her own reality show
February 26, 2007
Former Spice Girl Victory Beckham, now a Los Angeles resident, has signed a multimillion-dollar deal with NBC to host her own reality show.Florida appeals court to hear Anna Nicole Smith's mother's appeal
February 26, 2007
A Florida appeals court ruled Monday that Anna Nicole Smith's body can't be moved until a challenge from her estranged mother, Virgie Arthur, is heard.INTERVIEW: Kevin and Drew talk about their 'All-Stars' experience
February 26, 2007
It's been more than six years since Kevin O'Connor and Drew Feinberg placed fourth in the first season of CBS' The Amazing Race. But the "lifelong friends" still returned to compete in The Amazing Race: All-Stars. Unfortunately for them, they were the second team eliminated in The Amazing Race's eleventh installment.
Previous 'Nashville Star' winners yet to show consistent success
February 26, 2007
Despite the fact that it's about to crown its fifth season winner, none of USA Network's Nashville Star four previous winners have enjoyed that type of commercial success one would expect to come from such a bolded titled series -- a development that hasn't gone unnoticed by some of the show's past and present judges.'The Amazing Race: All-Stars' eliminates Kevin and Drew
February 26, 2007
Two teams saw an alliance quickly form and vanish during Sunday night's broadcast of The Amazing Race: All-Stars' second episode, however in the end, it was another duo that was sent packing at the conclusion of global race's second leg.
Kellie Pickler to perform on 'American Idol 6's second live results show
February 26, 2007
She may have been the seventh finalist eliminated, but Kellie Pickler will be the first former American Idol fifth season finalist to make an appearance on the reality competition series' sixth installment. The 20-year-old North Carolina native is scheduled to perform her new single "I Wonder" during Idol 6's live results show on Thursday, March 1 at 8PM ET on FOX.
Jennifer Hudson wins best supporting actress Oscar award
February 26, 2007
Former American Idol third season seventh-place finisher Jennifer Hudson came up a winner at Sunday night's 79th Academy Awards ceremony, winning the best supporting actress Oscar award for her Dreamgirls performance.Survivor Fiji - Episode 3 summary
February 24, 2007
"Dig Like The Wind, Old Woman," our episode summary for the third episode of Survivor: Fiji, the fourteenth edition of Survivor, written by Spanky68, is now available.
The Amazing Race: All-Stars - Episode 1 summary
February 24, 2007
"Maybe This Time We'll Win!," our episode summary for the premiere episode of The Amazing Race: All-Stars, the eleventh edition of The Amazing Race, written by zipperhead, is now available.More racy Antonella Barba photos surface, Fox declines comment
February 24, 2007
Will the recent release of provocative photos of sixth season American Idol semifinalist Antonella Barba result in Fox disqualifying the 20-year-old Point Pleasant, NJ native from the network's smash-hit reality competition? Fox isn't saying.Appeals court grants stay to keep Anna Nicole Smith's body in Florida
February 23, 2007
A Florida appeals court Friday granted an emergency stay to Anna Nicole Smith's mother, keeping Smith's body in Florida a while longer.Ex-'The Surreal Life' housemate Jordan Knight welcomes second son
February 23, 2007
Jordan Knight, the former New Kids on the Block singer and two-time The Surreal Life housemate, is the proud papa of a second son.Florida judge questions jurisdiction in Anna Nicole Smith matters
February 23, 2007
A Florida judge Friday questioned whether courts in his state or California had jurisdiction over matters regarding Anna Nicole Smith's infant daughter.'American Idol 6' eliminates its first four semifinalists, reveals mentors
February 23, 2007
The sixth season of Fox' American Idol finally began in earnest this week, with Tuesday and Wednesday's first performance shows culminating in last night's live results show that eliminated the four American Idol 6 semifinalists (two male, two female) who had received the fewest votes from home viewers.
'Apprentice' Bill Rancic to wed E!'s Giuliana DePandi in September
February 23, 2007
Wedding bells will soon be ringing for first season The Apprentice winner Bill Rancic and E! News anchor Giuliana DePandi, as the couple reportedly announced they'll exchange vows on Saturday, September 1 in Ravello, Italy.USA Network's 'Nashville Star' reveals its three fifth season finalists
February 23, 2007
Nashville Star eliminated Joshua Stevens during Thursday night's penultimate broadcast of the USA Network country music competition's fifth season, clearing the way for one of the reality show's three remaining finalists to be crowned its fifth season winner on next week's finale broadcast.
Jennifer Hudson living a dream regardless of Oscar award outcome
February 23, 2007
Jennifer Hudson is living a dream and has no plans to wake up.
Chris Daughtry's 'Home' to serve as 'American Idol 6's exit music
February 23, 2007
As viewers received a look back at the American Idol journey taken by the first four semifinalists eliminated during Thursday night's broadcast, they heard a familiar voice. That's because Idol producers have chosen "Home" -- a ballad from former Idol 5 finalist Chris Daughtry's self-titled debut album -- to serve as background music for season six eliminations.Anna Nicole Smith court battles turn to DNA and paternity issues
February 23, 2007
While the disposition of Anna Nicole Smith's remains was decided, attorneys in the case still had DNA testing and paternity of Smith's baby girl to determine.Bahamian judge mulling Anna Nicole Smith daughter custody issues
February 23, 2007
A Bahamian judge kept in place an injunction prohibiting Anna Nicole Smith's 5-month-old daughter, Dannielynn, from leaving the country.'American Idol' producers launching new kids Idol Camp this summer
February 23, 2007
American Idol is getting its own farm system.Anna Nicole Smith to be buried in the Bahamas alongside her son
February 22, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith will be buried in the Bahamas, the three people who had been battling in a Florida courtroom for her remains said.
Mark Burnett and Steven Spielberg's 'On the Lot' to premiere May 16
February 22, 2007
Fox has announced that On the Lot, Mark Burnett and Steven Spielberg's new previously announced American Idol-like movie-making reality competition series, will premiere on Wednesday, May 16 at 8PM ET/PT.Anna Nicole Smith's mother's attorney collapses during hearing
February 22, 2007
The attorney for Anna Nicole Smith's estranged mother collapsed in a Broward County, Fla., courtroom during a hearing on where Smith should be buried.Judge rules Anna Nicole Smith's baby daughter should get her body
February 22, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's 5-month-old daughter, Dannielynn, should get Smith's body, a Broward County, Fla., judge ruled Thursday.
Third season of 'Hell's Kitchen' to premiere June 25 on Fox
February 22, 2007
Fox has announced that the third season of Hell's Kitchen, the culinary boot camp reality series hosted by foul-mouthed British chef Gordon Ramsay, will premiere on Monday, June 25 at 8PM ET/PT.Larry Birkhead testifies about Anna Nicole Smith's drug use
February 22, 2007
Larry Birkhead said in a Florida courtroom Thursday he went along with Anna Nicole Smith's wish to become pregnant, even though she used prescription drugs.
Fox to debut 'So You Think You Can Dance's third season on May 24
February 22, 2007
Fox announced that the third season of So You Think You Can Dance, the network's American Idol-like search for America's top dancer, will premiere Thursday, May 24 at 8PM ET/PT.Jennifer Hudson to appear on BET's 'One Night Only' series finale
February 22, 2007
A group of New Orleans high-school students are staging a multimedia production of Dreamgirls on the BET reality series One Night Only, so who better to drop by for the series finale than Oscar-nominated Dreamgirls actress and American Idol 3 finalist Jennifer Hudson.
Donald Trump hoping to make golf course site of family mausoleum
February 22, 2007
Donald Trump says he wants to be permanently linked to the golf course he owns in New Jersey by building a mausoleum where he and his family can be buried.Marco Pierre White replacing Ramsay as U.K. 'Hell's Kitchen' star
February 22, 2007
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, known for his fiery commentary to chefs-in-training, can watch his mentor, Marco Pierre White, mold chefs on a British show.
'Beauty and the Geek' updates viewers on the third season cast
February 22, 2007
The "gorgeous but academically impaired" women and "brilliant but socially challenged" men featured on the third season of The CW's Beauty and the Geek took part in a special reunion episode on Wednesday night that featured Nate and Jennylee being reunited, Cecille revealing she still hasn't changed and Mario telling viewers... he got married!?!Provocative photos of 'American Idol 6' singer Antonella Barba surface
February 22, 2007
American Idol 2 had Frenchie Davis. American Idol 5 had Becky O'Donohue. And now the sixth season of the Fox mega-hit has Antonella Barba.
Report: Fantasia Barrino to announce she's joining 'The Color Purple'
February 22, 2007
Fantasia Barrino may have lost-out on the chance to star in Dreamgirls, but the American Idol 3 winner will apparently get to show her acting abilities after all.
'Wife Swap' appearance sparks child abuse calls for Iowa family
February 22, 2007
An appearance on ABC's Wife Swap reality series almost found an Iowa couple in hot water for child abuse.
Report: Jennifer Lopez to perform on 'Idol,' Gwen Stefani also likely
February 22, 2007
Jennifer Lopez first caught America's attention as a "Fly Girl" on Fox' In Living Color in the early 1990s, and now it looks like she'll be returning to the network that helped launch her career.ABC reveals the identities of 'Dancing with the Stars 4' celebrities
February 21, 2007
ABC has revealed the identities of the 11 celebrities who will be waltzing their way into primetime when the fourth season of Dancing with the Stars premieres with a special two-hour episode on Monday, March 19 at 8PM ET/PT.
'America's Got Talent' judge Brandy hit with second wrongful death suit
February 21, 2007
A second wrongful death lawsuit has been against singer Brandy in connection with a fatal car crash in Los Angeles in December.Private Anna Nicole Smith body viewing conducted for family members
February 21, 2007
A private viewing for Anna Nicole Smith was conducted at the Broward County Medical Examiner's office in Dania Beach, Fla., Wednesday, a lawyer said.'Idol' producers Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick to produce Emmys
February 21, 2007
Hoping to create the same kind of emotion that Fox dishes out regularly on American Idol, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has tabbed Idol executive producers Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick to produce the 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards.Judge to rule on Anna Nicole Smith's body possession by Friday
February 21, 2007
Broward County, Fla., Circuit Judge Larry Seidlin said he expects to rule by Friday who will receive Anna Nicole Smith's body for burial.
'The Bachelorette' couple Trista and Ryan Sutter expecting first child
February 21, 2007
Before there was Rob and Amber, there was Trista and Ryan. While "Romber" don't have plans for children in their immediate future, the same can't be said for The Bachelorette's Trista and Ryan Sutter -- the couple has announced that they are expecting the birth of their first child.
'Dancing with the Stars' veteran Ashly DelGrosso expecting first child
February 21, 2007
After waltzing with the likes of Joey McIntyre, Master P and Harry Hamlin on the first three seasons of ABC's Dancing with the Stars, motherhood should be a piece of cake for Ashly DelGrosso.
Sandra Bullock thought 'Monster' husband was a "chauvinist bigot"
February 21, 2007
Until she met future husband Jesse James when she took her godson on a tour of the Discovery Channel's Monster Garage set several years ago, actress Sandra Bullock had apparently not yet learned to not judge a book by its cover.
VH1 to air 'Australia's Next Top Model' first season beginning March 5
February 21, 2007
Australia's Next Top Model is coming to America.Fantasia Barrino to perform on 'Idol 6,' deliver 'special announcement'
February 21, 2007
Fox has announced that former third season winner Fantasia Barrino will perform during the first live results show of American Idol's sixth season on Thursday, February 22 at 8PM ET -- however unfortunately for her, that's probably not the big news, as the network has also announced that she'll make a "special announcement" during her appearance.Spike TV announces new 'CSI'-like 'Murder' reality series
February 21, 2007
First The O.C. received the reality treatment. Then Desperate Housewives. Now it's CSI's turn.Coroner: Anna Nicole Smith's body degrading faster than expected
February 21, 2007
Deciding who gets Anna Nicole Smith's body became more urgent as the Broward County, Fla., medical examiner said her body was decaying faster than expected.State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Fiji' Episode 3
February 21, 2007
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the third episode of Survivor: Fiji is now available.
'The Simple Life' star Nicole Richie pleads not guilty to DUI
February 20, 2007
Nicole Richie pleaded not guilty Tuesday to a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office said.
Kelly Osbourne announces a member of her family is HIV positive
February 20, 2007
British singer Kelly Osbourne, daughter of heavy metal star Ozzy Osbourne, says a member of her family has tested positive for HIV.Anna Nicole Smith's mother regrets not being able to stop drug use
February 20, 2007
The estranged mother of Anna Nicole Smith testified in a Florida court Tuesday that her one regret was not being able to keep Smith away from drugs.California judge holds Anna Nicole Smith paternity hearing
February 20, 2007
While two men who claim to be the father of Anna Nicole Smith's daughter were in a Florida courtroom, a paternity suit proceeded in California without them.INTERVIEW: John Vito and Jill talk about their 'Amazing' adventure
February 20, 2007
Needless to say, John Vito Pietanza and his partner Jill Aquilino don't relish the fact they were the first pair eliminated during CBS' The Amazing Race: All-Stars premiere on Sunday night -- especially since they finished fifth during the reality competition series' third season.Howard K. Stern testifies about Anna Nicole Smith's burial wishes
February 20, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's companion Howard K. Stern told a Florida judge that talk of burial "dominated all conversation" after Smith's son died.
Ryan Seacrest 'embarrassed' when watching 'American Idol Rewind'
February 20, 2007
Ryan Seacrest said he's uncomfortable watching episodes of American Idol Rewind -- and it's not just because he sees himself standing next to Brian Dunkleman.Jennifer Hudson attends "praise party" thrown in her honor
February 20, 2007
Academy Award nominee Jennifer Hudson skipped the pre-Oscar hoopla in Los Angeles to sing at her hometown church in Chicago.
Alison Sweeney replacing Caroline Rhea as 'The Biggest Loser' host
February 20, 2007
First Jillian Michaels, now Caroline Rhea. NBC has announced that The Biggest Loser will have a new host for its fourth season, with Days of Our Lives actress Alison Sweeney replacing Rhea as the host of the reality weight loss competition show.
Tiffany Pollard reveals her final five on VH1's 'I Love New York'
February 20, 2007
The six remaining suitors on VH1's I Love New York got to show both their softer and more aggressive sides before Tiffany "New York" Pollard sent one home, narrowing her field of guys to five.Florida and California judges to each hear Anna Nicole Smith cases
February 20, 2007
Florida and California judges Tuesday were considering who should get Anna Nicole Smith's body and how to determine who is her baby's father.
Ex-'Survivor' star Colby Donaldson joining 'Rachel Ray' daytime show
February 20, 2007
Move over The View co-host Elisabeth Hasselbeck, there's a new former Survivor: The Australian Outback castaway on daytime television -- Colby Donaldson.Report: Larry Birkhead may testify on Anna Nicole Smith's burial
February 19, 2007
Larry Birkhead, who claims to be the father of the late Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, reportedly is preparing to testify about burial plans for Smith.TV Guide announces new 'America's Next Producer' reality series
February 19, 2007
The TV Guide Channel has announced plans for America's Next Producer, a new reality competition series that will offer a behind the scenes look at the life of television producers.'The Amazing Race: All-Stars' eliminates John Vito and Jill
February 19, 2007
The 11 teams featured on The Amazing Race: All-Stars began their journey across the globe during Sunday night's premiere episode, which also saw first couple in the reality competition series' eleventh installment get sent home.
'Project Runway 3' winner Jeffrey Sebelia still searching for success
February 19, 2007
The attention Jeffrey Sebelia has received for winning the third season of Bravo's Project Runway isn't translating into the same amount of success heaped on those who win other reality talent competition series, such as Fox's American Idol.
'Skating' couple Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler welcome first child
February 19, 2007
The pair that won Fox's Skating with Celebrities has become a trio, as Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler reportedly welcomed the birth of their son on Friday.Report: Sean 'Diddy' Combs wants to guest appear on 'American Idol'
February 19, 2007
With sales of his latest "Press Play" album having tapered off since it debuted at No. 1 back in October, Sean "Diddy" Combs has reportedly approached American Idol producers about appearing on the Fox mega-hit's sixth season.Survivor Fiji - Episode 2 summary
February 19, 2007
"Bossiness Was Just a Red Herring," our episode summary for the second episode of Survivor: Fiji, the fourteenth edition of Survivor, written by Jims02, is now available.Bahamian official resigns over Anna Nicole Smith photo flap
February 19, 2007
The Bahamian official photographed in an embrace with the late Anna Nicole Smith has resigned.America and judges agree as NBC's 'Grease' eliminates two more
February 19, 2007
Unlike last week, the viewers and judges were in agreement on which Danny and Sandy to eliminate during this Sunday night's episode of NBC's Grease: You're the One That I Want.Anna Nicole Smith's body embalmed, returned to storage
February 17, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's body was embalmed Saturday, a South Florida medical examiner said.NBC sliding 'The Apprentice' back an hour beginning March 4
February 17, 2007
NBC has fired Donald Trump from his time slot. Desperate to reverse The Apprentice's ongoing ratings decline, NBC has announced plans to slide The Apprentice: Los Angeles' Sunday night broadcasts back an hour.Anna Nicole Smith embalmed, Howard K. Stern ordered to appear
February 16, 2007
The embalming process began Friday on body of Anna Nicole Smith, which arrived at the Broward County, Fla., morgue a week ago.
Court rejects 'Dog The Bounty Hunter' star's extradition injunction
February 16, 2007
Every dog has his day, and it appears that Dog the Bounty Hunter star Duane "Dog" Chapman will have his as well -- in court.Anna Nicole Smith's will left everything to her deceased son Daniel
February 16, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's will, filed in 2001 in Los Angeles, clouded who inherits her estate because her son Daniel, who died last year, was named as sole heir.'Idol 3' alum Jennfier Hudson lands 'Vogue' cover, makes history
February 16, 2007
Jennifer Hudson is making history.
'The Amazing Race' host Phil Keoghan dishes about 'All-Stars'
February 16, 2007
In the beginning, The Amazing Race host Phil Keoghan admits he "wasn't so keen" on the idea of having an all-star edition for the long-running CBS reality competition series.California officials investigating Anna Nicole Smith methadone doctor
February 16, 2007
California medical officials are reportedly checking whether a Los Angeles doctor prescribed methadone to the late Anna Nicole Smith under an alias."Judges' decision" to be 'Grease's regular elimination format
February 16, 2007
America will ultimately have the final say in who wins NBC's Grease: You're the One That I Want, but until then, it's the judges who will decide which Danny and Sandy hopefuls are eliminated following live performances.Lawyer: Anna Nicole Smith obsessed with death, had burial dress
February 16, 2007
The late Anna Nicole Smith was obsessed with death and already had a dress selected for her burial, a lawyer told a Broward County, Fla., judge.Michael Jackson and 'American Idol' deny appearance rumors
February 16, 2007
Despite reports that Michael Jackson has tabbed American Idol creator Simon Fuller to revive his career, the King of Pop won't be appearing on the Fox mega-hit any time soon.Tiffany Pollard still falling for ''New York' winner despite non-contact
February 16, 2007
Upon meeting the 20 guys who would be vying for her affection on VH1's I Love New York, Tiffany "New York" Pollard claimed that she could tell instantly that her "king" was present in the group. Apparently she was right, she just can't say who it is yet.Zsa Zsa Gabor's husband files Anna Nicole Smith paternity suit
February 15, 2007
Frederic von Anhalt, Zsa Zsa Gabor's husband, has filed papers in California seeking to establish paternity of the late Anna Nicole Smith's daughter.ABC announces 'The Next Best Thing' impersonator show auditions
February 15, 2007
ABC has announced open auditions for The Next Best Thing: Who is the Greatest Celebrity Impersonator?, a new reality series that will, as its subtitle implies, search for America's best celebrity impersonator.Police search Anna Nicole Smith, Howard K. Stern's Bahamas home
February 15, 2007
Royal Bahamas Police were seen Thursday searching Horizons, the Nassau residence shared by the late Anna Nicole Smith and her companion Howard K. Stern.'The Hills' star Heidi Montag says second season 'much friskier'
February 15, 2007
Heidi Montag had never seen MTV's reality docu-drama Laguna Beach, and she had never heard of its star, Laura Conrad.Judge orders DNA sample, embalming of Anna Nicole Smith's body
February 15, 2007
A Broward County, Fla., judge Thursday ordered another DNA sample taken from the remains of Anna Nicole Smith and that her body should be embalmed.The CW announces 'Pussycat Dolls Present' nine finalists
February 15, 2007
The CW has revealed the identities of the nine women who will compete in Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll, a new reality competition series that will premiere on Tuesday, March 6 at 9PM ET/PT.
'American Idol 6' wraps audition rounds, reveals Top 24 semifinalists
February 15, 2007
After four weeks of open audition broadcasts and two more episodes that gave viewers a look at the competition's Hollywood round, last night's American Idol 6 broadcast ended with the mega-hit Fox reality show finally revealing the identities of this season's Top 24 semifinalists.
ABC's tenth 'The Bachelor' edition to debut April 2, be supersized
February 15, 2007
Although a formal announcement isn't expected to come for a few more weeks, ABC has confirmed that The Bachelor: The Officer and a Gentleman, the official title of The Bachelor's upcoming tenth edition, will premiere Monday, April 2 at 9:30PM ET/PT with a 90-minute episode.
'Extreme Makover: Home Edition' star Ty Pennington branching out
February 15, 2007
Ty Pennington is known as the lead designer and host of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, but the 41-year-old said he's "just an artist lucky enough to have an outlet."
'Dancing with the Stars' champ Cheryl Burke dating Matthew Lawrence
February 15, 2007
Cheryl Burke helped eliminate Joey Lawrence during the third season of ABC's Dancing with the Stars -- and now the 22-year-old two-time champion of the ABC reality competition series is reportedly dating Joey's little brother Matthew.Scooter and Megan crowned the winners of 'Beauty and the Geek 3'
February 15, 2007
The past came back to haunt Cecille -- who cost Nate his share of the $250,000 grand prize -- as Megan and Scooter were crowned the winners of The CW's third season of Beauty and the Geek.Anna Nicole Smith's estranged father wants answers about death
February 14, 2007
The estranged father of Anna Nicole Smith said in an interview in New York that, even though it's been years since he's seen Smith, her death hit him hard.Howard K. Stern says Anna Nicole Smith wanted to be buried near son
February 14, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's lawyer and companion Howard K. Stern said one of her last wishes was to be buried next to her son, Daniel, in the Bahamas.Anna Nicole Smith's last 'Illegal Aliens' film to be released in May
February 14, 2007
"Illegal Aliens," Anna Nicole Smith's final film, will be distributed in May, Edgewood Productions, Rutland Vt., and MTI Home Videos, Miami, announced.Report: Ex-'Surreal Life' member Vince Neil filming A&E reality pilot
February 14, 2007
Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil got a taste of reality television a few years ago -- and he apparently liked it so much that he's going back for more.Howard K. Stern files for release of Anna Nicole Smith's body
February 14, 2007
A Broward County, Fla., judge Wednesday conducted emergency hearings on who should receive Anna Nicole Smith's body for burial.Howard K. Stern must keep Anna Nicole Smith's baby in Bahamas
February 14, 2007
A judge in the Bahamas has prohibited Howard K. Stern from taking the late Anna Nicole Smith's daughter out of the country.California judge vacates order on holding Anna Nicole Smith's body
February 14, 2007
A California court has vacated its ruling that the Broward County, Fla., medical examiner hold Anna Nicole Smith's body until paternity tests were performed.TrimSpa CEO defends Anna Nicole Smith, questions photos
February 14, 2007
The founder of New Jersey-based TrimSpa, the weight-loss pill Anna Nicole Smith endorsed, said he never saw Smith use another weight-loss product or drugs.'The Amazing Race' producer Bertram van Munster talks 'All-Stars'
February 14, 2007
Bertram van Munster says The Amazing Race fans can expect familiar faces and new places during the CBS reality competition series' eleventh installment -- and first ever all-stars edition.'The Apprentice' star Donald Trump makes bet to shave his head
February 14, 2007
It will be billionaire hair versus billionaire hair at WrestleMania 23 on Sunday, April 1 in Detroit when The Apprentice star Donald Trump puts his famous coif on the line against that of World Wrestling Entertainment chairman Vince McMahon.Bret Michaels to star in new 'Flavor of Love'-like VH1 reality series
February 14, 2007
VH1 has announced that it has begun production on Rock of Love with Bret Michaels, a new reality series that will follow the former Poison frontman and Nashville Star judge as he searches for a woman to start a relationship with. The 10-episode series is scheduled to premiere in July.State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Fiji' Episode 2
February 14, 2007
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the second episode of Survivor: Fiji is now available.Anna Nicole Smith's mother and Howard K. Stern both want remains
February 14, 2007
A court order will be needed to release the body of Anna Nicole Smith for burial, Broward County, Fla., Medical Examiner Joshua Perper said.Survivor Fiji - Episode 1 summary
February 14, 2007
"Yo! Raise Your Hands if You're Rooting for the Sea Snakes," our episode summary for the first episode of Survivor: Fiji, the fourteenth edition of Survivor, written by Outfrontgirl, is now available.Report: Heather Mills to be part of ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars 4'
February 14, 2007
Despite having a prosthetic leg, Heather Mills has reportedly signed on for the upcoming fourth season of ABC's Dancing with the Stars, according to a report on Access Hollywood's website.
Bucky Covington and wife separate after seven years of marriage
February 14, 2007
It was only several weeks ago that former American Idol 5 finalist Bucky Covington was living in Nashville with his wife Crystal and putting the finishing touches on his debut album.
'My Grammy Moment' winner fails to make 'American Idol's Top 40 cut
February 14, 2007
American Idol 6 contestant Robyn Troup proved that there's more than one way to capture America's attention this week.
'American Idol' producer considering raising age limit from 28 to 30
February 14, 2007
Given American Idol's eligibility rules state that contestants can't be older than 28 shortly before each season of reality competition's audtions begin, the gray hair that appeared atop Taylor Hicks' head on the show's fifth season was a rare sight for fans of the Fox mega-hit. However that may change.
'The Bachelor: Paris' bachelorette Sarah Stone would do it all again
February 13, 2007
As part of her acceptance of The Bachelor: Paris bachelor Travis Stork's final rose and a $90,000 ring, Sarah Stone "promised" to pursue a relationship with the 34-year-old emergency room doctor. And she's followed through on that promise -- only her relationship with Stork isn't a romantic one.Howard K. Stern questioned in death of Anna Nicole Smith's son
February 13, 2007
Authorities questioned Howard K. Stern, Anna Nicole Smith's companion, in the September death of Smith's son Daniel, the Bahamas' chief magistrate said.Anna Nicole Smith and Bahamian immigration official in photos
February 13, 2007
In a side story to the death of Anna Nicole Smith, a Bahamian immigration official said he won't resign over photographs of him and Smith in bed.Florida police release tape of Anna Nicole Smith 911 call for help
February 13, 2007
Hollywood, Fla., police Tuesday released the 911 tape for Anna Nicole Smith in which Smith was said to be "not breathing and not responsive."
Former 'Idol 2' runner-up Clay Aiken tries to strike back at the tabloids
February 13, 2007
Clay Aiken apparently thinks the tabloids do such a lousy job creating what he describes as "fabricated tales and pics involving his sex life" that he's inviting Claymates and the rest of his fans to come up with their own lurid tales through a "Build-Your-Own-Scandal" contest on his blog.
'Top Chef 2' winner Ilan Hall and his mom go on the offensive
February 13, 2007
According to Top Chef 2 winner Ilan Hall, the show's editing is to blame for the less-than-flattering impression and bad aftertaste the 24-year-old chef left on many of the culinary competition's home viewers. And if you don't believe him, then just listen to his mom.Custody battle for Anna Nicole Smith's child moves to the Bahamas
February 13, 2007
The custody battle for Anna Nicole Smith's daughter will move to the Bahamas, where an ex-boyfriend said he will ask for a DNA sample from the late Smith.Tiffany Pollard cuts her field of 'I Love New York' suiitors to six
February 13, 2007
The seven remaining suitors on VH1's I Love New York demonstrated their skills on the basketball court and then boxed each other out for some alone time with Tiffany "New York" Pollard before she sent another guy packing.Kellie Pickler's father arrested for assault in North Carolina
February 13, 2007
Police in North Carolina said the father of "American Idol" alum Kellie Pickler was arrested for allegedly assaulting a female companion with a steak knife.Aaron Altscher becomes the fifth 'The Apprentice 6' candidate fired
February 12, 2007
Deemed to be a "nice guy" but a poor leader, Aaron Altscher, a 25-year-old community sales manager from Fredericksburg, Virginia, was fired during Sunday night's broadcast of the fifth episode of NBC's The Apprentice: Los Angeles.Howard K. Stern reunites with Anna Nicole Smith's baby daughter
February 12, 2007
The scene shifted from the United States to the Bahamas as figures in the custody battle for Anna Nicole Smith's 5-month-old daughter went to the island.
'American Idol 4' winner Carrie Underwood wins big at the Grammys
February 12, 2007
After winning her second Grammy Award of the evening on Sunday night, American Idol 4 winner Carrie Underwood made sure she thanked the Fox mega-hit that made her a household name.
ESPN announces Ryder Cup-like 'The Contender Challenge' series
February 12, 2007
ESPN has announced plans for The Contender Challenge, a new reality series that will follow a team of The Contender boxers as they take on seven British boxers for the inaugural "Sugar Ray Leonard Cup." The six-episode series is scheduled to premiere on ESPN on Tuesday, April 10, and it will also be shown in Britain on ITV.NBC's 'Grease' eliminates its two 'second chance' finalists
February 12, 2007
The judges giveth and the judges taketh away.Report: Carrie Underwood dating British singer Oliver Trevena
February 11, 2007
"American Idol" Carrie Underwood and British singer Oliver Trevena are reported dating after being spotted in Los Angeles.Howard K. Stern bars Anna Nicole Smith's mom from seeing grandkid
February 11, 2007
Howard K. Stern has returned to the Bahamas and vows that Anna Nicole Smith's estranged mother will never see her grandchild, Dannielynn Hope.Release of Anna Nicole Smith's 'Illegal Aliens' final film put on hold
February 11, 2007
The screening of Anna Nicole Smith's final U.S. film, "Illegal Aliens," has been pushed back due to the actress's untimely death.Former 'Dancing with the Stars' star Sara Evans' divorce almost final
February 10, 2007
Country singer Sara Evans' divorce from husband Craig Schelske is finalized and awaiting a judge's signature in Tennessee.Howard K. Stern's mom tending to Anna Nicole Smith's daughter
February 10, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith's daughter, Dannielynn Hope, is in the care of Howard K. Stern's mother in the Bahamas, People magazine reports.
Jessica deBen becomes the first castaway to exit 'Survivor: Fiji'
February 10, 2007
Deemed to be the weakest link in a resource-starved tribe that would need all the strength it could get in order to have any hope of defeating its plush-living rivals, Jessica deBen, a 27-year-old fashion stylist who currently resides in Los Angeles, CA and is originally from New Orleans, LA, became the first Survivor: Fiji castaway to be eliminated from the gameBrand expert: Anna Nicole Smith's death may sink TrimSpa company
February 9, 2007
Goen Technologies' TrimSpa weight-loss Web site homepage Friday was a stark black-and-white memorial to U.S. model-spokeswoman Anna Nicole Smith.Anna Nicole Smith's sister: "I was always afraid of all the drugs"
February 9, 2007
The sister of Anna Nicole Smith, in an interview in New York, said she was proud that Smith had "made something of herself."Zsa Zsa Gabor's husband says he fathered Anna Nicole Smith's baby
February 9, 2007
The Los Angeles paternity case for Anna Nicole Smith's daughter took another turn: Prince Frederick von Anhalt, husband of Zsa Zsa Gabor, says he's the dad.Anna Nicole Smith autopsy inconclusive, more tests needed
February 9, 2007
More tests are needed to determine a cause of death of ex-model Anna Nicole Smith, the Broward County, Fla., medical examiner said Friday.'Survivor: Fiji' debuts well for CBS, averages nearly 17 million viewers
February 9, 2007
Nearly 17 million people watched Thursday night's Survivor: Fiji debut that marked the premiere of the long-running CBS reality competition series' fourteenth season.'American Idol' producers trying to plan 'Idol' all-stars special
February 9, 2007
American Idol aficionados brace yourselves -- executive producer Nigel Lythgoe confirmed that he has approached Fox about a plan that would combine an Idol all-stars special with the sixth season's frequently mentioned but still undetailed songwriting competition.Anna Nicole Smith's mom says drugs could have caused death
February 9, 2007
With autopsy results still pending, Anna Nicole Smith's mother Virginia Arthur said drugs may have played a role in her 39-year-old daughter's sudden death on Thursday afternoon.'American Idol 6' producer sheds some light on Akron Watson's ouster
February 9, 2007
Akron Watson is still wondering why his golden ticket isn't a valid pass to the Hollywood Round of American Idol's sixth season -- and unfortunately for the 23-year-old Dallas, TX singer -- Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe couldn't provide a definitive answer.Judge denies emergency request for Anna Nicole Smith's DNA
February 9, 2007
A judge in Los Angeles Friday denied an emergency request for DNA to be extracted from Anna Nicole Smith's body as part of a paternity suit.USA's 'Nashville Star 5' throws out voting results, sends no one home
February 9, 2007
The five finalists still competing on USA Network's fifth season of Nashville Star were supposed to be reduced to four after Thursday night's episode -- but due to "technical difficulties" experienced during last week's voting period -- all five were declared safe from elimination.Larry Birkhead turns his website into Anna Nicole Smith tribute
February 9, 2007
While Larry Birkhead's relationship with Anna Nicole Smith had been rocky in recent months, the 34-year-old photographer -- who claims to be the father of Smith's baby daughter Dannielynn Hope -- has turned his website into a tribute.
'American Chopper' stars tackle Super Bowl commercials
February 9, 2007
One would think it takes more than a motorcycle to reach almost 100 million people -- but that's what the boys from American Chopper accomplished on Super Bowl Sunday -- as members of the Teutul family appeared in two commercials during CBS' broadcast of the NFL championship game on February 4.Florida coroner to conduct Anna Nicole Smith autopsy on Friday
February 9, 2007
The Medical Examiner's Office in Broward County, Fla., says an autopsy will be conducted Friday to determine the cause of Anna Nicole Smith's death.
Kelly Clarkson to appear on 'CMT Crossroads' with Reba McEntire
February 9, 2007
Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire apparently can't get enough of each other.Anna Nicole Smith alone for unknown time before found unconscious
February 8, 2007
The body of Anna Nicole Smith was taken to the Broward County, Fla., medical examiner, who will determine what caused the death of the 39-year-old celebrity.Former publicist: Anna Nicole Smith an "unforgettable character"
February 8, 2007
Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, whose magazine named Anna Nicole Smith Playmate of the Year in 1993, said he was sad to hear of her death in Florida Thursday.Anna Nicole Smith 1967-2007: Waitress, stripper, reality star, mother
February 8, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith, who died suddenly at age 39 in Hollywood, FL on Thursday, was born Vickie Lynn Hogan in Houston, Texas in 1967.Former 'The Anna Nicole Show' star Anna Nicole Smith dead at age 39
February 8, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith, the former Playboy playmate who appeared on her own The Anna Nicole Show E! reality series, died Thursday after collapsing at a South Florida hotel.
'Beauty and the Geek 3' eliminates sixth pair, reveals final two teams
February 8, 2007
Nate and Jennylee's televised fling came to an abrupt end during Wednesday night's episode of Beauty and the Geek, as the final two couples who will compete for the $250,000 grand prize were revealed.
Second season of 'Style Her Famous' to premiere on March 12
February 8, 2007
The Style Network announced the second season of Style Her Famous, a half-hour reality series that features young women receiving makeovers inspired by their favorite celebrities, will premiere on Monday, March 12 at 10PM ET/PT.Georgia woman sues over 'The Apprentice' home viewer game
February 8, 2007
Cheryl Bentley must know Donald Trump has deep pockets, as the Georgia resident has filed a lawsuit against the real estate mogul claiming his The Apprentice reality show's "Get Rich with Trump" home viewer game is illegal, according to an article in Thursday's Gwinnett (GA) Daily Post.MTV filming new 'Brooklyn' high school reality show pilot
February 8, 2007
Brooklyn -- the most populated borough in New York City -- is reportedly being searched by MTV with hopes of finding the same type of reality drama that was unearthed for Laguna Beach, Maui Fever and 8th & Ocean.'Idol 5' finalist Bucky Covington thanks Simon Cowell for being mean
February 8, 2007
American Idol judge Simon Cowell takes a lot of grief for the criticism he constantly gives contestants -- but you won't hear former fifth season finalist Bucky Covington complaining.Akron Watson disqualified from 'American Idol 6' Hollywood round
February 8, 2007
Akron Watson had a golden ticket in hand during Tuesday night's American Idol broadcast of auditions from San Antonio -- but the 23-year-old Dallas-born singer won't be appearing in the Hollywood Round.Anna Nicole Smith and TrimSpa sued for false, misleading marketing
February 7, 2007
Anna Nicole Smith and the diet pill company she endorses were named in a suit filed in Los Angeles, alleging false and misleading marketing.
Melissa McNulty explains how she became 'Fiji's lost survivor
February 7, 2007
Melissa McNulty thought Survivor: Fiji would help her deal with the challenging panic attacks she regularly suffers from. Unfortunately anxiety was too much for the 28-year-old to overcome, as she dropped out of the fourteenth edition of the CBS reality competition series only a few hours before filming began.
TLC announces 'Top Model'-like 'Petra Nemcova Project' reality series
February 7, 2007
TLC has announced that it has ordered The Petra Nemcova Project, the tentative name of a new reality series that will put some new twists on the familiar formula used for The CW's America's Next Top Model and Oxygen's The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency.'American Idol 5' runner-up Katharine McPhee's album debuts at No. 2
February 7, 2007
Just like her performance on the fifth season of Fox's American Idol, Katharine McPhee's debut album earned second place during its first week on The Billboard 200 album sales chart.BET to premiere fourth edition of 'College Hill' on March 6
February 7, 2007
BET has announced that the fourth season of College Hill will premiere Tuesday, March 6 at 10PM ET/PT.
Paula Abdul sued, company claims 'Hey Paula!' show idea stolen
February 7, 2007
It looks as though we may never learn what makes Paula Abdul so wacky.
Tim Gunn confirms his 'Project Runway' return, show's Parsons return
February 7, 2007
Tim Gunn has a lot on his plate and -- fortunately for Project Runway fans -- continuing to serve as a fashion mentor on the upcoming fourth season of the Bravo reality series is one of them.
'Top Design' contestant John Gray reveals he's HIV-positive
February 7, 2007
John Gray probably made some enemies due to the way he acted on last week's premiere of Top Design, but during the second episode of Bravo's new reality competition series, the 40-year-old offers an explanation for his unruly behavior: he's taking medication to treat HIV.VIDEO PREVIEW: Get a sneak peak at 'Survivor: Fiji's premiere
February 7, 2007
Can't wait until Thursday night to get your Survivor: Fiji fix? Take a sneak peak at the premiere's first five minutes right now!State of the Spoiling: 'Survivor: Fiji' Episode 1
February 7, 2007
Reality TV World's commmunity spoiler sleuths' 'State of the Spoiling' summary for the premiere episode of Survivor: Fiji is now available.
'Bam's Unholy Union' stars Bam Margera, Missy Rothstein get married
February 6, 2007
MTV's reality series Bam's Unholy Union follows Bam Margera and Missy Rothstein as they prepare for their wedding -- but the former Jackass star said he's confident his marriage won't fall for the curse that has already claimed Nick Lachey and Jessica Simpson as well as Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler as victims.TV Guide announces new 'Making News: Texas Style' reality series
February 6, 2007
TV Guide Channel, already the home of Idol Tonight, a live American Idol pre-show program, is jumping onto the reality TV bandwagon with an original reality series of its own.
Original 'Project Runway' winner Jay McCarroll rips Tim Gunn
February 6, 2007
Although original Project Runway winner Jay McCarroll says he's "not bitter" about past comments made by fashion designer Tim Gunn, it appears the two still won't be dining out together anytime soon.
Jessica Simpson says 'Newlyweds' taught her love life lessons
February 6, 2007
It doesn't matter if her next relationship is with a star or a schmo -- Jessica Simpson says her Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica experience taught her to keep her love life on the down-low.
'Jackass' star Johnny Knoxville and wife Melanie separate
February 6, 2007
It's apparently no joke, as Jackass star Johnny Knoxville and Melanie Klapp, his wife of more than 11 years, have reportedly separated, according to People.
Former 'The Rebel Billionaire' runner-up Sarah Blakely pays it forward
February 5, 2007
When Sarah Blakely finished second on Fox's The Rebel Billionaire reality series in January 2005, Virgin founder Richard Branson handed her $750,000 to start her own charity. Now the creator of Spanx footless pantyhose is "paying it forward," donating $1 million to Oprah Winfrey's recently opened Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa school.Hawaiian woman sues 'Dog The Bounty Hunter' Duane Chapman
February 5, 2007
For some reason, legal troubles continue to hound Duane "Dog" Chapman.Canada getting its own version of Bravo's 'Project Runway'
February 5, 2007
Project Runway is going to Canada.
'The Real Housewives' son lashes out at mother Lauri Waring
February 5, 2007
Apparently, Lauri Waring is no Carol Brady. Waring, one of the five women featured on Bravo's second season of The Real Housewives of Orange County, "has changed," according to her son Josh -- and he doesn't think it's been for the better.'Spoiler Island' fantasy game launches for 'Survivor: Fiji' season
February 5, 2007
Reality TV World's Spoiler Island fantasy prediction game has opened for Survivor: Fiji Episode 1 picks.'Idol 6' auditioneer Porcelana Patino rushes to dad's hospital bed
February 3, 2007
"American Idol" contestant Porcelana Patino is more concerned with her father's New York car accident than the singing contest.
'Viva La Bam' star Vincent Margera to stand trial for sexual assault
February 3, 2007
The MTV personality known as "Uncle Don Vito" was ordered to stand trial on charges he inappropriately touched three Colorado teenage girls during a tour.'The Simple Life' star Paris Hilton granted 'Paris Exposed' injunction
February 3, 2007
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order against a company selling the viewing rights to many of Paris Hilton's possessions.
'American Idol' judge Randy Jackson says finding hit song tough
February 2, 2007
Randy Jackson thinks finding the perfect song to conclude each season of American Idol is even more difficult than finding the newest musical sensation to sing it.
CBS orders an eighth season of 'Big Brother' for Summer 2007
February 2, 2007
CBS announced on Thursday that it has ordered an eighth installment of Big Brother, the long-running reality series that has been a key part of the network's summer programming since it premiered in July 2000.
'Top Chef 2' runner-up Marcel Vigneron talks about his experience
February 2, 2007
Although he came up short in his attempt to be crowned the reality competition's winner, Marcel Vigneron describes his experience on the second season of Bravo's Top Chef as "a little bit bizarre, very interesting, and all in all, just a wonderful opportunity."NBC announces Bill Bellamy will host 'Last Comic Standing 5'
February 2, 2007
NBC has announced that this summer's fifth edition of Last Comic Standing will return with a new host, new talent scouts and, as last week's casting call announcement had already indicated, a new mission -- "to find the funniest comedian in the world."Jennifer Hudson disses 'American Idol,' says she was "abused"
February 1, 2007
Jennifer Hudson, an Oscar nominee and a Golden Globe award winner for "Dreamgirls," says she was "abused" on the U.S. TV show "American Idol."
Jeff Probst dishes about CBS' upcoming 'Survivor: Fiji' season
February 1, 2007
If you think you know what to expect on the upcoming season of Survivor, host Jeff Probst says think again.
The CW reveals the identities of its 'America's Next Top Model 8' girls
February 1, 2007
The CW has revealed the wannabe models that will be strutting the runway during the eighth season of America's Next Top Model, which is scheduled to premiere with a two-hour episode on Wednesday, February 28 at 8PM ET/PT.'Project Runway' star Tim Gunn leaving Parsons for Liz Claiborne
February 1, 2007
First Project Runway star Tim Gunn got his own TV show, now he's getting a new job. Liz Claiborne Inc. has announced that, after spending the last 23 years at Parsons The New School for Design in New York City, Gunn will become the company's new chief creative officer.Ilan Hall beats Marcel Vigneron to become 'Top Chef 2' champion
February 1, 2007
Despite Food & Wine's public statement claiming otherwise, the magazine's website spoiler apparently had it right all along, as 24-year-old Ilan Hall was named the winner of the second season of Bravo's Top Chef on Wednesday night, besting the culinary skills of 26-year-old Marcel Vigneron in the show's finale.
'Beauty and the Geek 3' eliminates fifth team, narrows field to three
February 1, 2007
Nate and Jennylee finally locked lips during Wednesday night's episode of Beauty and the Geek and another couple was eliminated from the third season of The CW series.'American Idol' won't be replacing Paula Abdul with Courtney Love
February 1, 2007
American Idol apparently has no love for Courtney Love.
