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Terry Morrow: Revived ‘I Will Always Love You’ may net Parton a fortune

Dominic Taubman — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:07:08 +0000

With

Whitney Houston’s passing, her biggest hit — “I Will Always Love You” — could net

Dolly Parton, the song’s writer, a new bundle.

Renewed interest in Houston’s version of “I Will Always Love You” will mean Parton will be making a fortune off its current airplay and sales since the Sevier County native owns the publishing and writing rights to the song.

When Houston released her version in the early 1990s, Parton reportedly made millions off the one version of the song. The

Are Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Bryant Getting Back Together?

Ashton Matra — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:51:21 +0000

Old habits die hard…Just ask Kobe Bryant.

If a picture’s worth a thousand words, then this snap of Laker hoopster Kobe Bryant smooching his estranged wife, Vanessa, could fill a supermarket romance novel.

The former “Basketball Wife” dropped into the team’s Valentine’s Day game against the Atlanta Hawks and the two were caught playing a game of tonsil hockey in the tunnel on the way into the locker room.

Awww snap! TMZ tattles say Vanessa and Kobe are indeed discussing the possibility of getting back together.

Hmmm: Is it just us or does this sound suspiciously like a case of “It’s Cheaper to Keep Her?”

Vanessa petitioned a court to end her prenup-less 10 year marriage to Kobe in December. She’ll reportedly

Steps bag second reality series

Eva Brisbane — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:05:36 +0000

Steps have been given a second reality TV series, which will follow the 90s group on their reunion tour.

Steps have been given a second reality TV series.

The 90s group – made up of Claire Richards, Faye Tozer, Lisa Scott-Lee, Lee Latchford-Evans and Ian ‘H’ Watkins – originally reunited for a Sky Living documentary last year and it was such a success that producers have commissioned another run of the show.

‘Steps Reunion’ will follow the band at dance and vocal classes, costume fittings and on the road as they deal with the pressure of touring the country again as a group.

Sky Living director Jane Johnson said: “We were all hooked on ‘Steps Reunion’ as we watched the band talk candidly about one of the biggest pop fall-outs in recent history.

“So we’re thrilled to be giving our customers the opportunity to follow them on the next leg of their journey – their huge comeback tour.

“The twists and turns as they balance intense rehearsals with their busy family lives promise to be equally compelling.

Bullock laughs off dating rumors

Ashton Matra — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:06:19 +0000

SANDRA BULLOCK has brushed off false reports she’s dating her THE PROPOSAL co-star RYAN REYNOLDS’ best friend, insisting the only man in her life is her son.

The Oscar winner has been romantically linked to Reynolds’ pal and business partner Jonathon Komack Martin, a Hollywood film producer.

But the actress insists Martin is actually an old friend – and not her latest love interest.

She tells GossipCop.com, “For over a decade now, I have been so lucky to have Jonathon and Ryan as my friends, and I agree with the reports that they are both very handsome and a great catch!

“But the only man who has stolen my heart is my son.

Elizabeth Taylor collection sells for 120m

Dominic Taubman — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:14:30 +0000

A collection of Dame Elizabeth Taylor’s fashion, artwork and jewellery has sold for nearly Â£120 million at auction.

More than 1,800 lots went under the hammer at sales in New York and London with a Vincent Van Gogh painting, ‘Vue de l’asile et de la Chapelle de Saint-Remy’ – which had been hanging in the late actress’ home until her death in March 2011 – fetching over Â£10.1 million

Elizabeth’s art collection beat its pre-sale valuation of Â£9 million to sell for nearly Â£14 million in the auction, which culminated in a sale of artwork at Christie’s auction house in London last night (08.02.12).

Can Adele make it 18 weeks on the Billboard 200 or does Tim McGraw top her?

Eva Brisbane — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:03:28 +0000

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Adele “21” will likely tie Garth Brooks’ “Ropin’ the Wind” next week when the British singer’s sophomore set spends its 18th week atop the Billboard 200 album chart.

Early projections show “21” handily outselling Tim McGraw’s “Emotional Traffic,” and possibly topping 100,000 again. This means that “21″ only needs to spend three more weeks at No. 1 to set the record for most weeks at the top in the Nielsen SoundScan era. The ”Bodyguard” soundtra

Oscar watch: Nominees announced

Dominic Taubman — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:18:59 +0000

At 8:30 this morning (Tuesday, Jan. 24), actress Jennifer Lawrence (“Winter’s Bone”) announced the nominees for the 84th Academy Awards, set to air at 7 p.m. Sunday Feb.

2012 Oscar Nominations are In!

Ashton Matra — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:35:39 +0000

Jonah Ball and Melissa McCarthy are Academy Award Nominees!

With the help of previous nominee, Jennifer Lawrence, the Academy announced this years nominees for the 84th Annual Academy Awards. All in all The Artist, leads total nominations with 11. Snubs….was Leo snubbed again for his performance in J.Edgar?

The 84th Annual Oscars will air live Sunday, February 26th on ABC with everyone’s favorite host returning, Billy Crystal.

Five directors, five approaches

Eva Brisbane — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:36:18 +0000

LOS ANGELES – They have worked in diverse disciplines – acting, screenwriting, theater, television, exploitation films – were born in three countries and have made radically dissimilar movies. But there’s a lot more that unifies the five filmmakers who recently came together at the Los Angeles Times for the third annual Envelope Directors’ Roundtable.

For one thing, their movies are being hailed for standing among this year’s Oscar contenders: Martin Scorsese’s “Hugo,” Alexander Payne’s “The Descendants,” Michel Hazanavicius’ “The Artist,” Stephen Daldry’s “Extremely Loud Incredibly Close” and George Clooney’s “The Ides of March.” It’s no recent fluke, either: Total all of their past Oscar nominations (19) and wins (three), and you’ve got five of the town’s heaviest hitters.

And Tuesday, Hazanavicius, Payne and Scorsese were among the five directors nominated for the 84th annual Academy Awards, to be presented Feb.

Golden Globe Party Report: HBO

Eva Brisbane — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 04:17:32 +0000

While there is always a very party-like atmosphere surrounding the 2012 Golden Globes, celebrities sipping champagne and mingling during commercial breaks, the real festivities begin once the awards show ends and the after-parties begin.

MTV News was lucky enough to be invited to cover some of these events this year, the Weinstein and HBO parties in particular. As you might expect, they are very special invites to have.

Spotted! The Coolest Celeb Happenings This Week – November 11

Dominic Taubman — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:33:55 +0000

Christina Aguilera and boyfriend Matthew Rutler looking cozy at the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim official launch party at Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles on November 8.
Leonardo DiCaprio had an early dinner at Serafina in New York on Thursday. The goateed J. Edgar star was casually accessorized with a Yankee hat while he drank iced tea and shared pasta and pizza with 4 other men.
Jesse Marco took a break from the turntables to join Kelly Osbourne and Project Runways Joshua McKinley to judge Material Girls “Lucky Star” Model Search in Miami. T

Hudgens red-faced at romance interview

Ashton Matra — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:16:07 +0000

VANESSA HUDGENS and JOSH HUTCHERSON were left lost for words when they were probed about their romance during a recent Australian TV interview – because they discreetly split up last year (11).

The Journey 2: The Mysterious Island co-stars began dating after they met on set, but never confirmed the relationship and subsequently separated.

They appeared alongside each other for a joint interview on Australia’s Today show last week (ends15Jan12) to promote their new movie, but the pair was left squirming in their seats when the male host asked, “How long have you two been going out?”

After a moment of nervous silence, Hutcherson says, “We’re not…

Nick Cannon back at home with family

Dominic Taubman — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 04:46:58 +0000

Nick Cannon is out of the hospital after going through an operation for mild kidney failure.

31-year-old Cannon was on holiday with his wife Mariah Carey in Aspen when he was admitted to hospital.

The Americas Got Talent host posted on his account “Just left the operating table and I was awake during the whole procedure. #OUCH.”

“Please pray for Nick as hes fighting to recover from a mild kidney failure,” 41-year-old Carey .

The Fantasy singer kept fans updated regarding Cannons recovery through Twitter. Sh

Betty White’s 90th Birthday Bash; Betty White turns 90 will air as NBC Special

Ashton Matra — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:49:29 +0000

NBC is cashing in on the popularity of 90-year old actress, Betty White and will air Betty White’s 90th Birthday: A Tribute to America’s Golden Girl on January 16th at 8pm. The event was taped this weekend in Hollywood and featured celebrities from Mary Tyler Moore, Tina Fey, Morgan Freeman, Ellen DeGeneres, Seth Meyers, just to name a few. A modest Betty told reporters, “Don’t give me any credit.I didn’t do anything to get to be 90. It just happened. I didn’t accomplish anything. It just came up on me.”

Insiders are saying the moment of the night came when Chuck star, Zachary Levi, kissed Ms. White. Later

New TV: New Girl

Eva Brisbane — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 03:21:02 +0000

New Girl is the latest American import to hit our screens and is one that has grabbed people’s attention across the Atlantic as well as here.

The ten-episode sitcom features a small main cast comprising of 500 Days of Summer actress, Zooey Deschanel, Jake Johnson (No Strings Attached), Max Greenfield (Ugly Betty) and rising stars, Lamorne Morris and Hannah Simone.

Deschanel plays Jess, a twenty-something year old who moves in with three random men after she breaks up with her boyfriend. T