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Reality TV People News - February 2009
Ex-'American Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson: Performing is "like therapy"
February 27, 2009
Ex-'American Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson: Performing is "like therapy"
Paula Abdul: Fourth judge remarks "taken completely out of context"
February 26, 2009
American Idol judge Paula Abdul says that her reccent comments in which she criticized the Fox reality competition's decision to include a fourth judge on the show's judging panel were taken out of context and are referred to guest judges on the show's previous seasons, not new eighth-season judge Kara DioGuardi.
'Idol' judge Simon Cowell says cryogenic freezing comment was a joke
February 24, 2009
'Idol' judge Simon Cowell says cryogenic freezing comment was a joke
Report: 'D-List' star Kathy Griffin lands $2 million memoir deal
February 24, 2009
Kathy Griffin's life seems to be becoming less "D-List" by the day.
Charlie O'Connell and Sarah Brice reveal drinking main cause of split
February 24, 2009
Reunited The Bachelor couple Charlie O'Connell and Sarah Brice have revealed that the seventh-season The Bachelor star's excessive drinking wasn't just one of the reasons the pair broke-up in 2007, it was apparently the overwhelming cause.
Thieves break into and rob 'The Hills' star Audrina Partridge's house
February 24, 2009
As if Audrina Partridge's life didn't have enough drama in it already...
Ex-'Bachelor' and 'Bachelorette' suitors Noelle Drake, Fred Greif dating
February 24, 2009
The Bachelor and The Bachelorette have combined to create an off-screen love-match that has already outlasted many of their on-air relationships.
INXS denies firing former 'Rock Star: INXS' winner J.D. Fortune
February 24, 2009
INXS says it was shocked to hear its most recent lead singer, J.D. Fortune, claim he is living in his truck after the Australian rock band fired him.
Former 'Idol' Clay Aiken confirms he's parted ways with RCA Records
February 23, 2009
Clay Aiken has confirmed he's parted ways with RCA Records. However according to the second-season American Idol runner-up, it was his decision to end the relationship with the recording label.Report: 'American Idol' runner-up Clay Aiken dropped by RCA Records
February 20, 2009
Clay Aiken has reportedly been dropped by RCA Records, the label he signed with after finishing as American Idol's second-season runner-up in 2003.'Rock Star: INXS' winner J.D. Fortune says he was fired by band
February 20, 2009
Canadian singer J.D. Fortune, the winner of the competition reality show "Rock Star: INXS," says the Australian band has fired him and he's now homeless.
'Survivor: Tocantins' castaway Benjamin Wade fired from coaching job
February 19, 2009
Survivor: Tocantins castaway Benjamin Wade has been fired from his women's soccer coaching job for not telling his college that he would be leaving his position for two months to compete on the eighteenth edition CBS reality series. However rather than being upset about his axing, the self-styled Renaissance man believes the firing has opened the door for him to now become a big movie star.
Donald Trump Jr. and his wife Vanessa welcome their second child
February 18, 2009
The Apprentice star Donald Trump is a grandfather again.
Ex-'Laguna Beach' star Jason Wahler hit with another civil lawsuit
February 18, 2009
Jason Wahler can't put an alcohol-fueled September 2006 altercation behind him.Report: 'Charm School' winner Saaphyri Windsor serving 3 years in jail
February 17, 2009
The long arm of the law has reportedly caught-up to Saaphyri Windsor.
Donald Trump's Trump Entertainment files for Chapter 11 again
February 17, 2009
Trump Entertainment Resorts Inc. returned to bankruptcy court for the third time Tuesday, to protect itself from rising debt.
'American Idol' runner-up Katharine McPhee cast in 'Wedlocked' film
February 17, 2009
Katharine McPhee has reportedly landed another big-screen role.
Report: 'American Idol' semifinalist Jessica Langseth has DUI past
February 16, 2009
Jessica Langseth reportedly had a brief stint behind bars to help toughen her up for her American Idol journey.Terminal British reality star Jade Goody vows to end life in media glare
February 16, 2009
Terminal British reality star Jade Goody vows to end life in media glareEx-British 'Big Brother' houseguest Jade Goody given months to live
February 15, 2009
Jade Goody of the British TV series "Big Brother" is dying of cancer and has only months to live, her publicist says.
'Dancing' pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy: My kids will be like royalty
February 11, 2009
Neither Maksim Chmerkovskiy nor his fiancee Karina Smirnoff have ascended to Dancing with the Stars' championship throne yet, however he apparently feels that their eventual children should be considered royalty.
Carrie Underwood, Julianne Hough, Miranda Lambert land ACM noms
February 11, 2009
Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert and Julianne Hough were all recognized by the Academy of Country Music when nominations for its 44th annual awards show were announced on Wednesday.Former 'Idol' finalist Jennifer Hudson to embark on concert tour in April
February 9, 2009
Jennifer Hudson is apparently ready to hit the road for the long-haul following two high-profile performances in the span of a week.
'American Idol' judge Kara Dioguardi doing duet with Nick Lachey
February 9, 2009
Kara DioGuardi apparently isn't limiting her singing talents to upstaging bikini-clad American Idol wannabees.
Former 'Skating' champs Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler get married
February 9, 2009
The ongoing saga of Kristy Swanson and Lloyd Eisler may finally be coming to a close, as the Skating with Celebrities champions-turned-controversial lovebirds tied the knot on Saturday.Jennifer Hudson and Carrie Underwood each win Grammy Awards
February 9, 2009
Former American Idol finalist Jennifer Hudson and champion Carrie Underwood both walked away as winners at The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences' 51st annual Grammy Awards ceremony on Sunday night.
Carrie Ann Inaba splits with ex-'SYTYCD' dancer Artem Chigvintsev
February 5, 2009
Carrie Ann Inaba next couple of dances will apparently have to be solo arrangements.
Judge denies request to dismiss Helio Castroneves' tax charges
February 5, 2009
A federal judge has refused to dismiss the U.S. government's tax-evasion case against two-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves, the Miami Herald reported.
'American Idol' champion David Cook's debut album certified platinum
February 4, 2009
David Cook wanted his debut album to come out "guns blazing." Apparently it did.
Ex-'Hogan Knows Best' star Nick Hogan back driving, moving to CA
February 4, 2009
Nick "Hogan" Bollea is allowed to drive in Florida again, however he apparently didn't stick around too long to make use of his new priviledge.
'Dancing with the Stars' pro Karina Smirnoff undergoes knee surgery
February 3, 2009
Dancing with the Stars' dancing professional Karina Smirnoff says she's feeling "great" after undergoing knee surgery on Friday.Super Bowl director insisted Jennifer Hudson lip-synch performance
February 3, 2009
The producer of this week's Super Bowl show in Tampa, Fla., said Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson lip-synced "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the game.
Former 'Idol' finalist Mandisa Hundley reveals she's lost 65 pounds
February 2, 2009
After years of trying, Mandisa Hundley says she's finally winning her battle with food addiction.
Ex-'Idol' finalist Kellie Pickler joining Taylor Swift on 52-city concert tour
February 2, 2009
Kellie Pickler is hitting the road with one of her gal pals.Jennifer Hudson performs for first time since family member murders
February 1, 2009
Jennifer Hudson performs for first time since family member murders
