January 12, 2010

The Bachelor's Rozlyn: Scandal a Big Lie

The Bachelor's Rozlyn Papa made quite an impression on viewers - and Jake Pavelka - on the first two episodes of the ABC reality show, emerging as a favorite.

That was until an "inappropriate relationship" with a staffer derailed her chances last night. But she says the scandal that got her get kicked off is a gigantic lie.

“It seems they want the ratings!” the model said.

Ya think?

Rozlyn Papa denies she "cheated" on the season’s star, hunky pilot Jake. Asked if she had sex with a member of The Bachelor crew, she says, “Absolutely not, no.”

She has adamantly denied an affair took place.

Jake Pavelka and Rozlyn Papa

Rozlyn Papa and Jake Pavelka on the season premiere.

The show’s host Chris Harrison called the scandal “incredibly unfortunate” and said “horrible decisions were made.” According to Papa, the lies have taken a toll.

“This seeps into my personal life,” she says. “I have a 7-year-old little boy at home that I want to look up to me, and to have this blatant lie out there perpetuated by the show itself - it’s hurtful. It’s scary to think what my son will think of me.”

Papa admits being a “good friend” of the producer with whom she’s rumored to have had the affair, but says that gave her no advantage with Jake Pavelka.

“I would absolutely call him a friend,” she says.

“But I'm portrayed as a cheater,” she says. “It comes down to my son. Why would you go on national television and throw a mom under the bus like that?”

Derek Jeter to Marry Minka Kelly in November?

Forget The Vampire Diaries or The Twilight Saga.

It's now clear where you can find the hottest guys on the planet: at the Oheka Castle in Huntington, New York.

Kevin Jonas tied the knot there last month; and a report in The New York Post this week claims Derek Jeter will marry Minka Kelly there this November.

Derek Jeter and Minka Kelly Picture

Are Minka Kelly and Derek Jeter set to take the plunge together?

An undercover reporter spotted a listing for "JETER wedding" on the calendar on that date, but sales manager Rick Bellando told her a celebrity would never use his real name in this kind of situation.

Why else might the rumor be false?

  • Neither Jeter nor Kelly is from Long Island;
  • Jeter will likely be busy with a parade through New York City and other post-World Series victory celebrations around that time;
  • After the troubles that have followed around Tiger Woods, would the George Clooney of professional sports really settle down before his playing days are over??

Presenting: The Kendra Wilkinson Baby Album

For Kendra Wilkinson, speaking to reporters from her hospital room the day she gave birth wasn't enough.

Neither was posing on the cover of a tabloid and focusing on her diet as much as her newborn baby.

The reality TV star and former Playmate had to continue cashing in on motherhood by plastering photos of herself, her son and her husband all over the latest issue of OK! Weekly.

Kendra and Two Hanks

Hugh Hefner's one-tie sex toy spoke to the magazine about her new life and the man at the center of it. A few excerpts follow:

On Hank Baskett:"Hank is the man. He makes sure we're taken care of, and he gives us so much love. He's perfect."

On holding her son for the first time: "I started crying. I was like, 'Oh my God, it's the happiest day of my life!' I was just in heaven."

On changes to her world: “A whole new life just started for u. I’m still going to be me, though. I’m at a place now where I can have fun but not go overboard. I’m a lot more responsible now. I’m a mom!”

KendraPlaymate to PlaymotherMeaning of LifeBaby and a WeightSelling Him Out

Miley Cyrus' Fashion: Hot or A Hot Mess?

Miley Cyrus is growing up.

The singer/actresss will soon depart Hannah Montana; she's moving in with her boyfriend; and she apparently just started dressing herself.

While the first two items listed may not be a problem, Miley clearly needs help with her wardrobe. Paging mother Tish!

Cyrus stepped out in public this weekend in cowboy boots, torn jeans and a strange, shredded shirt. You'd think her Sex and the City 2 cameo would have taught the star something about fashion...

Total MessFrom the Backside

[Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

As notable, harsh critics of Miley Cyrus, we'll refrain from saying anything else and just leave it up to our readers.

Michael Buble: Engaged to Luisana Loreley Lopilato de la Torre!

Canadian singer Michael Buble will be getting hitched to his Argentinian girlfriend, actress Luisana Loreley Lopilato de la Torre. That's a happy mouthful!

The two have been engaged for two months: "Michael proposed to his girlfriend, Luisana, in November, in front of her family in Argentina," his rep said.

"They're ecstatic. They're adorable, in love and laugh all day long."

Lopilato, a film and TV actress who stars in the hit Argentinian soap opera, Atraccion x 4, accepted his proposal – and loves the ring Buble gave her.

Luisana Loreley Lopilato Picture

Congrats to Luisana Loreley Lopilato and Michael Buble!

"He designed the setting himself. He's very proud to be engaged to her," says a friend of the singer. "When they met, it was totally love at first sight."

Buble was previously engaged to his longtime girlfriend, singer and actress Debbie Timuss, but split up in November 2005. He also dated The Devil Wears Prada actress Emily Blunt for more than two years, but split with her in 2008.

There was supposedly a Michael Buble naked picture involved in that breakup. Either way, we're glad he's put that behind him and is engaged now!

Whipped Jersey Shore Couple Totally Still Together

Ronnie Magro and Sammi Giancola of Jersey Shore are still together - and serious! That's not exactly surprising, as she's had him whipped from day one!

“I care about her deeply and I see it going for a long time,” Magro says, nauseatingly. “I don’t really want to jinx anything [but] I love being with her."

I have a best friend that’s my girlfriend, which is hard to find.”

Seconds Sammi Giancola, a.k.a. Sweetheart: “I’m very happy and content with my life right now. Things are just amazing. I’m just gonna go with it.”

Guess they made up after last week's "Boardwalk Blowups."

Neither of them expected to leave the beach house in Seaside Heights, N.J., in a relationship, but to hear Ronnie Magro tell it, he simply had no choice.

Sammi and Ronnie Photo

Sammi and Ronnie from Jersey Shore.

“Her legs caught my eye,” he says, laughing. “I have the best-looking girl. I’d rather be with Sammi than bring home disasters like Mike and Pauly!”

Sammi says that she doesn’t miss single life either. “Ronnie does a lot of romantic things for me all the time.” she says of her man, also nauseatingly.

“He’s brought me flowers to my house before, he takes me out to really, really nice restaurants, buys me dinner all the time. He’s just a great guy.”

“It’s great. He became my best friend, so we do everything together. The house is messier, but in every other aspect, he makes everything easier.”

They are kind of cute together, we suppose. Well, relatively. At least as much as two members of the Jersey Shore cast could possibly be together.

Dr. Conrad Murray Lawyers Up For MJ Trial

With the Michael Jackson homicide investigation complete and Dr. Conrad Murray almost certain to face charges as a result, he's lawyering up in a major way.

Murray has been the focal point of police inquiries since day one. Now that he's looking at criminal charges, he's enlisted J. Michael Flanagan. For a big reason.

Flanagan says he is the best - or even the only - attorney to try a case involving Propofol and death. That's the anesthesia police believe killed Michael Jackson.

In 2004, Flanagan defended a nurse charged with involuntary manslaughter for wrongly administering Propofol to a patient who later died. She was acquitted.

Of the case against Dr. Conrad Murray, Flanagan says he is "unaware of facts that would give rise to an involuntary manslaughter charge." But it could happen.

MJ ImageDr. Conrad Murray Picture

The attorney also says Murray won't even discuss plea bargaining, because the L.A. County D.A.'s office won't share any information about the case ... yet.

Murray has not been charged with anything as of now. However, there remains a strong likelihood of a manslaughter charge (not murder) in the coming weeks.

Flanagan says Murray broke no laws and it will be "very difficult" for the D.A. to base a case on gross negligence, a requirement for involuntary manslaughter.

As Flanagan puts it, even if there's proof of "an error in judgment," it's a giant leap for a jury to conclude that lapse of judgment constitutes manslaughter.

Conversely, the LAPD has experts who have gone on record saying Dr. Murray's conduct did constitute gross negligence supporting manslaughter charges.

FUN FACT: Flanagan successfully repped Britney Spears in the 2007 case in which she and her mom ran over that poor celebrity news photographer's foot!

Jon Gosselin Wants Hailey Glassman Prosecuted

It looks like talk of a truce between Jon Gosselin and Hailey Glassman may have been premature. These two really don't seem like fans of one another.

Despite plans for the warring parties to sit down and settle their differences over Jon's recent apartment trashing, it looks like that's now off the table.

According to Radar Online, Jon changed his mind and wants to prosecute Hailey Glassman for trashing his NYC apartment and destroying his property.

Both sides said last week they were going to meet and try to resolve their differences, but Jon has decided he does not want to let Hailey off the hook.

He says she ransacked his apartment, stole items and left a note speared to his dresser with a butcher knife. Hailey alleges that Jon roughed her up.

New York police are still investigating the situation.

Dressed For SuccessBoxing Ref

Peace talks between these warring parties are off for now.

Hailey Glassman's lawyer confirmed the new development in the peace talks failing through: "They never called, so we are moving forward," she said.

Jon's attorney Mark Heller was with investigators this past Friday as they inspected the apartment, which he found ransacked shortly after Christmas.

Reportedly, a Japanese chef's knife speared through a note and stuck into the top of his dresser appears in a photo taken of the New York residence.

In other news, Morgan Christie is apparently dating Jon for reasons unknown. Her relationship with the douchebag may have prompted Hailey's rage.

That's just us speculating, mind you, but he started dating her around when his pad got trashed, and she was supposedly with him when he found it.

Makes you think ...

Randy Jackson Previews "Wild, Crazy Season" of American Idol

Paula Abdul is out. Ellen DeGeneres is in. Simon Cowell may soon be gone.

Leading into tomorrow night's ninth season premiere of American Idol, the focus has been on this show's judging panel and its related controversies. Randy Jackson would like to see that change.

“People get sidetracked with [all the changes to the panel]," Jackson told reporters on a recent conference call. "Listen. There are contestants.... this is a singing competition.... Let’s focus on what we’re judging and what the actual meat of the show really is. It’s about finding that next superstar talent.”

RJ

Because Hollywood week kicks off later than usual this year, Jackson couldn't tease fans with the names of prospective finalists. But he did hype the auditions so far, which have been judged by a slew of celebrities.

“This season, we’ve got some really good, bonafide, stand-in-your-shoes singers,” Jackson said, adding his main three criteria for success on the show: "Undeniable talent, something that makes you unique, and some star persona.”

Overall, our favorite dawg promises “an interesting, wild, crazy season.” He says that that one thing remains the same:

“This show is definitely a rocket ship to the top.”

Unless your name is Taylor Hicks, that is.

Tila Tequila Twitter Ticker: On Suicide Watch, Really Sorry to God

Over the weekend, when asked by E! News about Casey Johnson's funeral, Tila Tequila (shockingly) made the event all about herself. She said:

"I don't want to talk about the funeral. I wasn't allowed to go and I am so upset. I can't sleep and I am on suicide watch."

Fortunately, it sounds as though the attention-starved blogger is no longer in danger of slitting her wrists. She's moved on, as evidenced by a series of Tweets she posted last night.

Unusually Serious

We really can't do her apology to God, nor her vow to be happy in honor of Johnson, justice. So we'll let Tequila take it from here...

  • 1st I would like to Apologize to GOD for feeling vindictive. It's tough right now, but I'm better than that. So I apologize God. Never again
  • Wow I feel A LOT better now! No point in wasting negative energy on negative people. It gets you NOWHERE!
  • So tired of drama. YOU GUYS READY FOR THE "OLD" TILA BACK??? Cuz I'm back & I love POSITIVE THINGS!
  • Ok I LOVEEEEEE feeling this happy again! YAYY I MISSED FEELING THIS WAY SOOOOO MUCH! WEEEE! Can u give me 3 more minutes 2 enjoy this? hehe
  • Umm excuse me to the happy cockblockers! My Wifey would NOT want to constantly see me sad. She wants to see me HAPPY! So now I will do that!
  • Naw I've had a very long long past few weeks. Me tired. Me going to sleep now. Good news tomorrow ok? me go bye bye zzzzzz is that mean? lol

We're glad Tila is feeling better, but bummed this may mean the end to her Twitter war with Perez Hilton.

Below, watch a hilarious video that recounts how these two losers have been at public odds with one another.

Dude Suing Lindsay Lohan Over Car Accident

That didn't take long. The photographer who claims he was "almost killed" in a car accident with Lindsay Lohan's driver this weekend is already threatening a lawsuit.

Good thing Lindsay has a team of attorneys on speed dial.

"Of course I'm going to sue them,but I don't care about the money," said the celebrity gossip photographer, blatantly lying as visions of dollar bills dance in his brain.

As we reported Sunday afternoon, Lohan was in the car during a crash and her driver is a person of interest in a criminal assault with a deadly weapon investigation.

A Crazy Bitch

TROUBLE FINDS HER: Lindsay Lohan may be sued by some dude her driver hit. We can't imagine it's the first time, nor the last. [Photo: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

The photographer, perhaps exaggerating things, claims he is "lucky to be alive" - especially because her driver was wearing sunglasses driving in a dark alley.

As Lohan left Hotel Cafe, the paparazzo was allegedly struck by the car, which reportedly did not stop. The photographer was treated for a hand injury.

He added, "I want to press charges so badly ... she's going to jail."

Mmmmyeah no she's not, but thanks for playing, jackass.

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton: It's Over!

The Pussycat Dolls have broken up. Now so has Nicole Scherzinger.

She and 2008 Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, who were supposedly talking marriage, instead announced that they have split after two years.

"Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton can confirm they have decided to go their separate ways," a joint statement read, detailing the very sad news.

"The two of them have decided to focus fully on their careers and remain close friends," her rep said of the lead Pussycat Doll and the race car driver.

Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton and Nicole Scherzinger began dating November 2007.

Nicole told Hello! after they met that she was smitten with Lewis: "We go out, goof around and enjoy life. Why not? We're both young and having fun."

"I believe in it more with each year – every girl does," Scherzinger said. "We all strive to find a soulmate. Have I found mine yet? Keep watching!"

We certainly will. Too bad Jon Gosselin's off the market again.

Jason Trawick: Cheating on Britney Spears?

For months now, the only Britney Spears rumors we've seen involve her getting engaged to Jason Trawick. Not true, but all has been well in Britneyville.

Today's Britney gossip marks quite a departure from that trend.

According to the Mirror (UK), she is furious after discovering that her agent and boyfriend has been out frolicking with other girls behind her back.

The couple are now thought to be on a "trial split," and a heartbroken Brit has supposedly dyed her hair black. That'd be better than going bald ...

Trawick TextingFormer Sex Symbol

Trouble began brewing in paradise after Jason Trawick supposedly cavorted with some hot girls at the Roger Room in L.A. [Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

Ella Davis, who was in the bar, said: “Jason Trawick left the bar with two bottles of water – and a stunning girl who looked like Britney did five years ago."

That's rough.

Word spread to Britney who called her man and tore him a new one. She then allegedly turned her phone off and checked into a five-star hotel suite. Solo.

“This isn’t the first time Britney has been let down by a man in her life," said a source, stating the obvious. "She was absolutely gutted and feels betrayed."

“She called her mom who flew in from Louisiana to be with her. They checked into the Mondrian and Brit had black hair dye, saying she needed a change."

Rumors of an impending engagement have run wild for months, but recently we reported a story of Britney smothering him. Could he be looking to escape?

Mel Gibson Feels Sorry For Tiger Woods

Mel Gibson is upset about the Tiger Woods scandal. Not because Woods cheated on his wife - adulterers gotta stick together! - but with the extensive coverage.

"I feel sorry for Tiger Woods," Mel told the Daily Mail (UK).

"Why are we talking about this when we're sending 30,000 troops to Afghanistan? You have this history-changing event going on and we're talking about Tiger's private life? He's being used as a diversion and it drives me crazy. I just think, 'Who cares?'"

EDITOR'S NOTE: Mel, you're an idiot. This asinine argument would only make sense if ABC World News led with Tiger's mistresses and not war. It does not.

Like the movies that made Mel a vast fortune, celebrity gossip is an entertainment form with a wide audience. Can people only talk about war at all times?

Of course not. People like to read gossip, and sorry, but the world's most famous athlete being involved in an enormous sex scandal does constitute news.

So does a jackass actor getting arrested for DUI, calling a female cop "sugar t!ts" and blaming all the world's problems on Jews. But that's beside the point.

You Da Man MelCheetah

Mel Gibson's got your back, Tiger.

Perhaps Mel just sympathizes with Tiger's marital drama after he split with his wife of 28 years, Robyn, last year. And knocked up mistress Oksana Grigorieva.

"When all's said and done, I did a pretty good hatchet job on my marriage," the Edge of Darkness star does admit. "I'm to blame, if you're inclined to judge."

He adds, "Nobody is without sin. You have to try to make amends. You have to shut up, move on and not whine about it. You have to deal with it like a man.

"Whatever fallout comes from it, be it fair or unfair, you've just got to accept your own culpability," he says. "The minute you start whining, it's ridiculous."

That's good advice, and at least it's an honest assessment of the situation. Just don't expect websites not to call you out on your boorish behavior, M-dog.

Rihanna: I Do Not Have Herpes!

Rihanna is not pleased with celebrity gossip sites insinuating that a nasty disease was the reason ex-boyfriend Chris Brown smashed her face to a pulp last year.

In an interview with GQ, she addressed rumors that Brown lashed out at her after spotting a cold sore on her lip - a common sign of the STD known as herpes.

Now dating Matt Kemp, Rihanna wants the record set straight, noting that the alleged cold sore is actually just a facial scar she has had for most of her life.

"It's not true," she said of the herpes rumor, and her tone was far from light-hearted. "It's just a f**king scar. On my lip. That's there every day of my life."

Well that settles that. Not that you can even see it ...

No Herpes Here

Rihanna has set the record straight. She does not, nor did she ever have herpes. She does, however, have kind of a dude's haircut. [Photo: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

Spotted Together: Adam Lambert and Ferras Alqaisi

After initial reports surfaced that Adam Lambert was hooking up with Ferras Alqaisi, all has remained quiet on that dating front.

Until now!

The American Idol finalist was spotted at Hotel Cafe in West Hollywood this weekend, attending a Ferras concert. The pair were then seen exiting the building and walking closely together:

Ferras and Adam

Soon after American Idol ended, Lambert went public with his sexuality and then with his relationship with Drake LaBry.

But those two broke up in late October and Adam wasted little time in getting close to Alqaisi. Are they an official item? It's unclear at this time.

As long as he's happy, though, fans - including the THG staff - are happy. Click on the images below for a few closer looks at Lambert and his rumored new mate:

Possible Couple SightingRumored ItemGetting a RideConcert GoerTime for Fans

[Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

We Hope the Saints Lose

Drew Brees, you seem like a very nice guy.

City of New Orleans, you've been through a lot and deserve a celebration.

But we can't bring ourselvs to cheer on the Saints during this year's NFL postseason, not when Kim Kardashian says her marital status hangs in the balance.

Asked today on the Dallas-based radio show "Kidd Kraddick in the Morning" about prospects for a proposal, Kim pointed to Reggie Bush's on-field performance as the basis for their future as a couple.

"I would actually like him to have [a ring]," she said. "I would like for them to get to the Super Bowl and win it. Get him a ring first. That's the deal."

Can you imagine how grating an engaged Kim would be? We shutter at the thought of a new story cropping up each day about her wedding gown, her first dance song, her bridal shower...

Out with FriendsPicture of Kim

Speaking of engagements, Kim also shot down the rumor that sister Kourtney has agreed to marry Scott Disick. She said:

"I don't think Kourtney really is thinking about that. I don't think she wants that responsibility right now. She's just having a good time loving being a mom. And I think she's just going to stick with that for right now."

Sarah Palin Becomes Fox News "Contributor"

Sarah Palin has signed a deal to become a contributor to Fox News. What she will be contributing is unclear, but the former Alaska Governor will be a fixture.

The network confirmed Palin would appear on the network on a regular basis as part of a multi-year contract, the financial terms of which are not disclosed.

She will not have her own regular show, a person with knowledge of the deal said. Instead she will host a series that will run on Fox News on occasion.

Palin supporters will surely applaud the move, as they would anything she does, while her critics won't be watching. Some suggested titles for her series.

  • You Betcha!
  • North to the Future ... of TV!
  • Paling Around with Palin
  • Going Rogue ... Yes, Again
  • The Week in Levi Johnston Gossip
  • Full of (Pit)Bull: The Sarah Palin Hour

Fox News Contributor

Goodbye, Governor's mansion. Hello, conservative television!

Many suspected that when Palin resigned as Alaska Governor last summer, she was doing so to pursue some sort of lucrative career in television or media.

The Fox News arrangement, however, would not seem to be all-encompassing, and appears to give the mother of five room for her other pursuits, as well.

The deal could be formally announced as early as this afternoon, and may provide additional details as to what we can expect from Sarah's Fox News foray.

We just hope she wears that blue McCain visor.

Blake Lively Covers Esquire

Gossip Girl star Blake Lively covers the February issue of Esquire.

Suffice it to say, she looks good - although a bit different than we usually see her. Blake is sporting more coverage up top than we're accustomed to, but no pants!

Nice job mixing things up, Esquire! You've gotta keep it fresh. Here's the 22-year-old Gossip Girl actress on the magazine's "People Who Matter" issue cover ...

Blake Lively Esquire Cover

In addition to the CW hit series, Blake has been filming a flick with Ben Affleck, The Town, and was just cast as the lead in another upcoming movie, Green Lantern.

Blake Lively was also recently seen in The Private Lives of Pippa Lee, an indie drama. The youngster is establishing quite the career for herself at a young age.

We can see why. Click to enlarge some more Blake Lively pictures ...

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Mark McGwire Admits Steroid Use (Finally)

In news only slightly less obvious than if Jon Gosselin held a press conference to proclaim himself king of all douchebags, Mark McGwire admitted steroid use.

“I used steroids during my playing career and I apologize,” McGwire said in a statement released by his former team, the St. Louis Cardinals, to U.S. media outlets.

“I remember trying steroids very briefly in the 1989-1990 off season and then after I was injured in 1993, I used steroids again," he confessed. "I used them on occasion throughout the '90s, including during the 1998 season."

"I wish I had never touched steroids. It was foolish and it was a mistake. I truly apologize. Looking back, I wish that I had never played during the steroid era.”

Mark McGwire (on Steroids)

Mark McGwire: Powered by human growth hormone milk.

McGwire said that in addition to his family, he called commissioner Bud Selig and Cardinals manager Tony La Russa earlier in the day to personally apologize.

In 1998, McGwire broke the single-season home run record held by Roger Maris.

"Big Mac" hit 70 that season, a record that stood until another player juiced out of his freaking mind, Barry Bonds, broke it in 2002 with 73 round-trippers.

The reason McGwire acknowledge the use in a statement today, he said, was because of his imminent return to professional baseball as the Cardinals hitting coach.

Called before Congress in 2005, McGwire famously said "I'm not here to talk about the past" about 79 times when asked if he used performance-enhancing drugs.

He officially claims a place among the great, tainted players of the past 10 years, including that dick Bonds, Sammy Sosa, Roger Clemens and Alex Rodriguez.

Glee Renewed for Second Season, Cast Still Adorable

When you're nominated for multiple Golden Globe Awards, and your show's soundtrack is among the most downloaded albums on iTunes, there's a good chance you'll remain on the air.

Still, Glee fans have an extra reason to be excited today, as the Fox sensation has been officially picked up for a second season.

"We've loved Glee ever since it was a pilot script, so it's been an incredible thrill to watch the show take root and see audiences embrace these characters in such a huge way this season," said FOX entertainment president Kevin Reilly today. "The show is a true and rare gem in television. We can't wait to see what they come up with for Season Two."

Neither can we, especially when the Glee cast is full of such cuties as Corey Monteih, Lea Michele and Dianna Agron.

The trio celebrates its good fortune at a party in honor of the Golden Globes below:

Glee Stars

Confirmed: Simon Cowell to Leave American Idol

Earlier today, Randy Jackson said he hopes the American Idol focus soon shifts from the judging table to the singing stage.

That may be difficult after today's announcement: Simon Cowell has confirmed that he's leaving the series after this season.

At a gathering of the country's TV critics in California, Cowell said he's bringing his popular UK show The X Factor to the United States in 2011.

“We did talk about me staying on both shows, but when we looked at the practicalities of that, it was impossible,” Cowell said. “In my opinion, it’s like having a good player and a good football team. The two have to be okay together. I believe it’s not my show, but it’s still very close to me... I’m confident [American Idol] will continue to be the No. 1 show. Everyone is committed to keeping it that way.”

Simon Photograph

The X Factor is almost identical to Idol, except that groups are allowed to enter the singing competition and there's no age limit on contestants. Leona Lewis was crowned its champion one season, launching her successful career.

Is there really room for it and Idol to air simultaneously? And, more pressingly, will you even watch American Idol without Simon Cowell as a judge?

Jon Gosselin Meets Morgan Christie's Family

Jon Gosselin has reportedly met the mother of his new girlfriend, Morgan Christie. Amazingly, he and Morgan are still dating after the encounter took place!

The undisputed titleholder of King of All Douchebags was spotted having dinner Sunday with new gal Morgan and members of her family in Park City, Utah.

"Based on body language, it seemed like they had met before," an onlooker said. "It was really quiet at their table; the mom was doing most of the talking."

One thing she probably said: My daughter is dating Jon Gosselin?!

Also at the table for six? The sister of Morgan Christie. No word on whether Jon tried to slip her a phone number or suggested any girl-on-girl action later.

King of All Douchebags

Dressed casually in a T-shirt and blazer, the loser remained low-key, doing little talking with his new girlfriend or her family the nearly three-hour meal.

"I was sensing some nervousness," said an observer. "Jon and Morgan came in first and sat in the bar for about 15 minutes until her family got there."

"When they were walked over to their table, Jon Gosselin was carrying a drink in each hand. Then at dinner they all drank a few bottles of wine."

Sounds about right, source. Not one to go turn down any form of publicity, Gosselin took photos with several fans after he finished his meal.

Yes, apparently Jon has "fans."

Morgan Christie, a native of Greenwich, Conn., who met Jon skiing in Utah last year, graduated from Connecticut's Loomis Chaffee School in 2003.

Their alumni association must be so proud.

Tila Tequila Twitter Ticker: Possible Pregnancy Ahead!

Breaking, almost definitely made-up news: Tila Tequila is pregnant!

In her latest stream of Tweets - which follow last night's God-based barrage - Tila claims she is taking the high road; that haters are pissing off the Almighty; and hints strongly that she has a bun in her warped oven.

Like Tina Fey impersonating Sarah Palin, the most damning, hilarious evidence of Tequila's publicity-inspired madness is simply to list her Twitter messages word-for-word. Shake your head over them (listed from latest to oldest, all within an hour) below...

  • Thank u everyone for your kind words. I am off to bedrest again now. I have let go of all anger inside of me. It feels so good! TTYL! xoxo
  • My Wife has passed away and all I have left is the baby. I wish mean people can just respect the dead and respect a new life growing inside!
  • The doctor i visited says that all this stress and negative people around me getting me upset, can affect the baby in a bad way. Pls stop.
  • Yes I promised myself and my wifey that we WILL NOT discuss anymore thing about this. SO with that said. I have AMAZING NEWS 2 SHARE W/U!!!

Tila Tweets

  • I just want to go back to the way things were. Let me mourn my wife in private. I want to talk about the FUN things that I wanted 2 tell u!
  • As for me, I am so tired. I have no energy to defend my wife anymore. I faint, Im tired & this is not good for my baby. Leave us alone pleas
  • & for the haters. Please stop. Enough with this vile vindictive behavior. Respect my Wife please. She is dead. Let her rest in peace please!
  • My only wish is 4 all the negative people to leave me alone please. I dnt want to talk to media, I dnt want 2 deal w/haters. Leave me alone.
  • I love my wife and will always forever. I'm not doing a press tour like those other people "AHEM" we know who they are. Gross! Whatever.
  • Those disgusting people who talk shit about my wife are upsetting God right now, and that is who she's with. I'm taking the high road now.