February 26, 2010

Lauren Conrad: What's Her Best Hairstyle?

As celebrity fashion icons and trend-setters go, Lauren Conrad is extremely popular, especially among her younger fans. The girl can pretty much do no wrong.

Anything she wears looks great on her. Same goes for the former Hills star's hairstyles - as much as she mixes it up, it always seems to suit her perfectly.

Which of the 24-year-old's two looks below do you prefer, though?

After adapting her signature twist-front style into a pretty updo for a party in Hollywood, LC wore it long with bangs swept back in a headband in Florida.

Which is best? Check out these Lauren Conrad pictures and vote!

LC Hairstyles

Which hairstyle looks best on Lauren Conrad?

J-Woww: the Next Kim Kardashian?

One would think Jenni “J-Woww” Farley and Kim Kardashian could be like total BFFs, but they won't be collaborating on skanky fashion or Quik Trim anytime soon.

That’s because the Jersey Shore star completely upstaged the professional celebrity at the launch of her new Kardashians for Bebe line in New York February 16.

According to reports, throngs of J-Woww admirers, which apparently exist, couldn’t keep away from her, even asking if they could touch her gigantic fake boobs.

Imagine how that's gotta make Kim Kardashian feel.

So hurt was the future Mrs. Reggie Bush that she refused to pose for any pictures with J-Woww or let her backstage at her show that night. Oh, it is on, b!tches.

A J-Woww PhotoKK Style

Somebody's jealous! [Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

But are these two really that different? Or is Kim just seething because she and J-Woww have so much in common, and the guidette is stealing her thunder?

Think about it. Kim’s longtime boyfriend is NFL star Reggie Bush. J-Woww likes guys, “tall, completely jacked, steroids, like, multiple growth hormones." Yes.

One of our favorite Jersey Shore quotes right there.

Meanwhile, wherever Kim goes, Kourtney, Khloe or one of her 16 brothers or sisters are sure to follow, while J-Woww and the Jersey Shore cast are mad tight.

Maybe it's a stretch, but is J-Woww the next Kim? Can anybody really replace Kim in terms of achieving undisputed A-list status for no real reason? Tough call.

Bachelor Shocker: Rozlyn Papa Sex Tape Leaked?

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Casey James and Andrew Garcia Lead Semifinal Parade of Men

We're glad we're not an American Idol contestant this season. Partly because we have an atrocious voice and would be laughed out of the competition.

But also because the judges seem more scatter-brained and confusing than ever: be original, they tell contestants, but not so original that you butcher a song. Be true to who you are, they add, but also mix it up and stand out.

For example: If you didn't like Tyler Grady's 70s schtick, panel, why did you select him for the semifinals?

With that complaint out of the way, we've ranked last night's set of live performances from best to worst:

  1. Casey James: Yes, we're suckers for the Bryan Adams single "Heaven." But aside from his voice, we admired James for the classy way he handled the show's focus on Kara's fawning over him.
  2. Andrew Garcia: Stop bringing up his great rendition of "Straight Up" from an earlier round, judges, and focus on each performance. We loved his arrangement on "Sugar We’re Going Down."
  3. Todrick Hall: We're probably alone with this pick, but the guy took a major risk by re-working a Kelly Clarkson classic and he gets props for that.
  4. Lee DeWyze: We had no idea he had this in him. Solid work on "Chasing Cars" and the official male dark horse.
  5. John Park: Did he try to do much with a difficult song? Yes, but he wants to marry Shania Twain and the show could use someone with a sense of humor.
  6. Alex Lambert: The judges actually did call this one perfectly. He has potential, but just needs to get more comfortable on stage.
  7. Aaron Kelly: If he had waited a year or two to try out, could have been a front-runner. Decent performance of "Here Comes Goodbye."
  8. Joe Munoz: We're just glad he didn't choose the popular Jason Mraz song everyone sings. Actually not bad, but a lack of stage presence and star power.
  9. Jermaine Sellers: Over-singing alert! The guy just tries too hard on stage and it doesn't look natural.
  10. Michael Lynche: We're huge fans of "Big Mike" as a person. Nice, sweet guy. But he simply lacks the vocal talent.
  11. Tyler Grady: We never liked his 1970s look. Way too much of a gimmick.
  12. Tim Urban: Actually worse than Lacey Brown the night before.

Browse through performance photo of the competitors from last night and let us know: Who was your favorite?

Kristen Stewart: A Hairy Situation

A year ago, we asked readers to name Kristen Stewart's best look.

Is she the type of actress that looks best in full-on make-up mode? Or all natural? You can still weigh in on this question.

Now, we're back to follow up on the issue. While the Twilight Saga star might never smile in photos, she does occasionally change up her appearance. Such was the case over the last few weeks, when she showed up in public with dueling hairstyles. See for yourself:

Straight, SleekA Pretty Mess

We know Twilight fans are busy celebrating the admission by Robert Pattinson that he is "together" with Kristen, but please take a moment to respond to this poll question:

Adam Lambert Describes Personal Style as "Glam, Chic, Playful"

A day after an Internet uproar was created over Adam Lambert's critique of Susan Boyle, we know how badly fans of the singer want the spotlight to shift away from this topic.

Trust us: we really know. We've been engaging in a lively debate with supporters over their occasionally intense reaction to negative talk about Adam.

But as fellow fans of the talented crooner, we agree: let's move on. Let's make sure Lambert is NOT misquoted when it comes to his personal sense of style.

With that in mind, we've posted an extensive interview with Adam below. In it, he chooses three words to describe his fashion taste; dishes on the outfits he wore on American Idol and in music videos; and comes across as the well-spoken star millions and millions admire.


Adam Lambert Interview

Fashion Dish

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie Staging PDAs, Photo Ops?

While Angelina Jolie shoots The Tourist in Paris, Brad Pitt is tagging along and playing Mr. Mom. He is also appearing in photos with her a lot more than usual.

Just yesterday, Brad hung around while Jolie shot a café scene, then rushed over to her for a romantic kiss - with the paparazzi watching - immediately after.

Is Brangelina staging photo ops as a way of going on the offensive against the tabloids, which have been reporting Brangelina's inevitable demise for months?

If so, it's working: Star even says they're back in love this week!

"Angie has been incredibly hurt about the nasty stories about her," a source tells E! News. "She has been upset at how much of a beating she gets in the press."

As for her life partner, "Brad then gets very defensive because she couldn't be more different than this evil witch that she's portrayed as in some of the stories."

Brad and Angie in Venice

MR. MOM & PDA: Brad Pitt's new persona to protect Angelina Jolie.

The source continues: "Angie's a kind, humble and dedicated mom. Brad wishes people would see they're just a normal couple who love each other and their kids."

Yeah, but that's boring. People want Jennifer Aniston mind games gossip!

With that said, Brangelina may be realizing that if it bothers them that much, the way to handle the celebrity gossip world is give it what it wants - on their terms.

A once PDA-shy Pitt knows negative rumors sell first, but money shots where he and Jolie are all lovey-dovey are a close second. So ... might as well show it, no?

To sum up, while Brad and Angelina may have their troubles, and struggle to manage careers and family, they love each other and take good care of their brood.

More than you can say for most celebrity couples out there, right?

Jessica Simpson Kicks it with Monks, Pals

Jessica Simpson is known for her success in music, movies, TV and fashion. She is also known for being an airhead, Tweeting and getting dumped a lot.

All of those life experiences have culminated in The Price of Beauty, her new reality show premiering March 15 on VH1. In it, our girl travels the globe.

The celebrity's travels to Thailand, France, Mumbai, Uganda, Morocco, Japan, Brazil and other distant lands will show us what constitutes beauty on earth.

Here's a look at the riveting television to come ...

Monk Style

Jessica Simpson and pals meditate with monks in Thailand.

As you can see, Ms. Sexual Napalm brought along BFFs Ken Paves and CaCee Cobb for the ride. The trio look like they've having an absolute blast, too.

Click to enlarge more Jessica Simpson pictures from the show (and a bonus one we threw in of her out celebrating her father Joe's birthday last week) ...

PETA Billboard to Mock Tiger Woods' Sex Life

Never one to shy away from controversy, exhibit good taste or achieve anything of significance for their alleged cause, PETA is planning a new Tiger Woods ad.

Unlike most PETA ads, which show celebrities espousing pet adoption, not wearing fur, etc., this one uses the Tiger Woods scandal as a PR-grabbing punchline.

The billboard, planned for directly in the embattled golf star's neighborhood, no less, will ostensibly promote PETA's mission of spaying and neutering pets.

In reality, though, it's just a cheap shot at Tiger Woods ...

Tiger Woods PETA Ad

Needless to say, PETA created this without Tiger Woods' blessing.

"Too Much Sex Can Be a Bad Thing... for little tigers, too. Help keep your cats (and dogs) out of trouble: Always spay or neuter," the waste of space group says.

While THG will never be Woods apologists (unlike this guy), we are once again struck by how low PETA will go for attention, and what little it accomplishes.

According to the Orlando Sentinel, the only hitch is that PETA needs a billboard company who will agree to put up the sign ... and that could be a tall order.

"It's a fun, tongue-in-cheek approach. We hope these billboard companies will understand," Virginia Fort, a campaigner with PETA, told the paper of the ad.

Fort also suggested, ridiculously, that Woods would "appreciate" it, since it's in good fun and "turning his sex scandal into something positive for little tigers."

Mmm. Yeah. Somehow we doubt it. Watch your back, Virginia Fort. Elin Woods may be coming after you with a 9-iron shortly after this ad makes its debut.

Pssst, Elizabeth Hurley: We Can See Your Boob

Earlier this week, Elizabeth Hurley attended a charity function as part of London Fashion Week. The event was titled "The Love Ball" and benefited The Naked Heart Foundation.

That's apt, because the British actress showed up in a see-through saree that put the body part closet to her heart on full display. Check it out:

Totally See-ThroughNipple Exposure

A source told The London Telegraph that Hurley donned this outfit to please husband Arun Nayar.

“Arun is quite old-fashioned about these things,” the insider said. “She is doing this to please him. It’’s her publicly accepting that she is his woman.”

Showing one's bare boob to the world is an odd way of proving that one is truly off the market, but who are we to judge? All we can say is this:

Hugh Grant, you're a moron.

THG Caption Contest Winner: February 24

Yesterday, THG readers were given the challenge of writing the best caption for this picture of Angelina Jolie reading the paper and rolling her eyes.

Your winner for this edition of our Caption Contest is Hollywood.

Congrata! The winning caption appears below. Honorable mentions: Danielle Truhe, violet78 and sammy. Click here for the full list of entries.

Thank you to everyone for playing and good luck next time!

Me Again?

"Lady Gaga Hermaphrodite? The best of both - mmmmm..."

Julianne Moore: Nude for Bulgari

Julianne Moore has a message for Elizabeth Hurley: Nipple, schmipple!

During the same week the British star attended a charity event with her boob in full view, Moore proved that elder actresses can take things one step further. She's totally naked in a new campaign for Bulgari.

Moore, whose 30 Rock quotes during her recent run on that NBC sitcom were muddled by her attempt at a Boston accent, poses below in shots by photographers Mert & Marcus. The only things she's wearing?

A handbag, bracelet and earrings...

Julianne Moore Pictures

Sweet Jesus: Luz Scores Record Deal

Former Madonna boy toy Jesus Luz signed a record deal, surely not influenced by his relationship with the Queen of Pop, and will release a single this May.

The Sun (UK) says Madge "used all her might and muscle" to get the model signed up by her former label Warner Bros. And what Madonna wants, she gets.

"She holds a lot of sway," said a source. "There was a little give and take between her and executives, but a compromise was eventually settled upon."

It is believed she and Jesus Luz called it quits earlier this month, citing their age difference, but their status remains unclear, especially after this news.

Sweet Baby Jesus

JESUS LUZ: Model, boy toy, recording artist.

Jesus has a two-single deal, with the label allowed first refusal on an album, too. Madonna has also been covering expenses, including his big studio costs.

The source added: "Madonna really wants Jesus' career to take off. She's been putting him in contact with as many of her influential friends as she can."

His first single is apparently called "We Came From Light." That should become an instant classic. Some proposed titles for the debut album of Jesus Luz ...

  • Just Luz it
  • Jesus Saves
  • U Snooz U Luz
  • Better Than Heidi Montag

Audrina Patridge, Ryan Cabrera Film The Hills

Audrina Patridge and Ryan Cabrera are not only an item, they're co-workers. Well, kind of. For her, "work" is being on MTV's non-reality show The Hills.

It looks like Cabrera has agreed to come on board the long-running program, filming scenes last Friday evening at Hollywood club La Vida with Audrina.

The two were being filmed "for about an hour at a secluded table on the patio," according to witnesses. Wonder what the cue cards had 'em talk about.

A rep for Ryan Cabrera confirmed that he'll appear on the show, but hasn't yet signed a deal. Looks as though his career is "On the Way Down." Sorry, had to.

Ryan Cabrera and Audrina Patridge

Audrina Patridge and Ryan Cabrera do make a cute couple, we gotta say. Nice to see them yogether on The Hills and in real life! [Photo: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

Having dated years ago, the singer and reality star rekindled their romance in January. The two were seen holding hands in Mexico earlier this month.

"Ryan is a great guy," a pal tells Us. "Audrina is having fun!

It's easy to see why. He seems chill, and Patridge's most famous Hills romance was with that douche Justin-Bobby. From there, one can only improve.

Other men in her life haven't been that much better. Corey Bohan fizzled out, and Zachary Loring, well ... he's certifiably insane and stalks her a lot.

Evan Lysacek, Olympic Hunks to Lindsey Vonn: Check Us Out!

Earlier this month, Lindsey Vonn posed seductively for Sports Illustrated.

While there were a few claims of sexism and a few objections from those that believe Vonn was hurting women's sports by focusing more on her topless form than her downhill form, there also appears to have been a rallying cry among male Olympians:

We can do better!

Led by Gold Medal-winning figure skater Evan Lysacek, a handful of U.S. men have posed with their shirts off for OK! Weekly. Does Justin Bieber have cuteness competition? You tell us.

Ogle these athletic studs below:

Evan Lysacek Shirtless

Whitney Houston Humiliates Herself in Concert

Remember when Whitney Houston was an incredible singer with a slew of number-one hits?

If were born after 1992, the answer is probably: Whitney who?!?

The crooner is attempting a comeback this year, performing a number of concerts in Australia. Following a stop in Brisbane this week, however, the tour is off to a worse start than last week's Tiger Woods' press conference.

Thousands of fans walked out in the middle of the show, after Houston humilated herself with the following version of "I Will Always Love You." In between coughing fits and flat notes, a back up singer actually sung the high parts. Amazing. Depressing...


Whitney Houston in Concert

How does Andrew McManus, Whitney's tour manager, defend his client, who has an entire European tour ahead of her this spring?

By admitting she's totally washed up, but trying really, really hard.

"[She] is now up on stage, warts and all, presenting herself like an open book for the world to see," McManus said. "If they expected to hear the Whitney of 20 years ago, go buy a CD. If they want to see a true professional artist give 100%, come along and enjoy the ride of an amazing talent, on stage, letting her heart and soul out."

She's also letting a lot of phlegm out in the clip above. Houston should probably get that checked out.

Sarah Palin Spokeswoman Quits; World Rejoices

Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin’s senior adviser and spokeswoman, Meghan Stapleton, resigned today. Who will craft Sarah's brilliant press releases now?!

Stapleton, a Palin confidante since 2006, said she is stepping down from her $96,000/year gig to spend more time with her 2-year-old daughter, Isabella.

Since the end of the 2008 presidential campaign, Stapleton has been one of only a few aides maintained and trusted by Palin - to everyone's detriment.

In recent years, Stapleton was a key strategic adviser and the pipeline for anyone seeking Palin’s attention, including Republican officials and reporters.

A total loose cannon at best, and shameless attack dog at worst, Stapleton helped transform Palin into a major political player. A very polarizing one.

Former Governor Sarah Palin

Sarah Palin will be better off without her chief crony.

Meg Stapleton has also blessed those of us in the celebrity gossip world with near constant absurd fodder. Some of her most prominent career highlights:

  • Claiming any criticism of Sarah Palin is sexist
  • Bashing the living hell out of David Letterman
  • Trading weekly public barbs with Levi Johnston
  • Reaching out to embattled nut job Carrie Prejean
  • Trying to cash in on Bristol Palin and her baby
  • Sending John McCain's entire staff to the cardiologist

One senior McCain advisor quoted by the Huffington Post called her both "incompetent and a bad person," and one who "sacrificed integrity for ambition."

A woman whose media instincts were amateurish even on her best day, Stapleton will be missed by those of us who revere her ability to generate gossip.

Someone with serious political ambitions should never, ever hire her though.

50 Cent Sex Tape Drama: Woman Accuses Rapper of Ganking, Splicing Himself Into X-Rated Video

If you thought the Rozlyn Papa sex tape scandal was the most unexpected story in the adult genre today, wait 'til you read this N.Y. Daily News item on 50 Cent.

Lastonia Leviston claims the rapper posted her personal sex tape online, dubbed in his own commentary and spliced himself into the action in various costumes.

She filed papers in Manhattan Supreme Court saying that she and Maurice Murray "videotaped themselves engaging in sexually explicit activities" in June 2008.

Leviston claims she requested Murray destroy the tape and that he agreed, but he allegedly "transferred or sold" it to 50 Cent instead for reasons unknown.

"Ooh, she grindin', is she a grinder?" 50 says while a lingerie-clad Lastonia Leviston romps around on a leather couch with a man whose face is blurred out.

This is 50

50 Cent - who takes on the "Pimpin' Curly" persona in the video (above) - is accused of having posted the raunchy, 13-minute sex tape on several websites.

The reason? Beef with rival rapper Rick Ross, obviously. He refers to the girl in the X-rated video as a "nasty b----" and describes her as Ross' baby mama.

"Ricky don't know how to do that!" Fiddy taunts after a man in red boxer shorts (presumably Murray) bends over Leviston and begins "smackin' dat a$$."

Ross and 50 have a long-running dispute in which they've dissed each other in videos and songs. In the sex tape, he mocks the size of Ross's manhood.

"Yeah man, nice little slut!" the rapper says, quite originally.

Leviston, who wears little more than heels and lingerie during the sex tape, is seeking damages for emotional distress and unauthorized use of her image.

Hey, all's well in hip-hop beefs. As long as he left Shaniqua Tompkins out of this. We don't need any more restraining orders or houses burned down.

Taliban Figure Apprehended, Kardashians Earn High Ratings, Newspaper Reports

Why are newspapers on the verge of bankruptcy?

There are a few theories: they don't charge for online content; immediate access to news via the Internet and cable news have made them irrelevant; and they have their priorities confused.

If you need an example of the latter point, look no further than a copy of The Los Angeles Times from last week:

LA  Times

The newspaper feauted Khloe, Kourtney and Kim Kardashian on its FRONT page, immediately below news on President Obama's health care plans and the capture of a major Taliban figure.

Imagine what happens if Khloe actually makes a sex tape. She might be above the fold next time!

Hayden Panettiere Steps Out with Harry Morton

Never one to look anything but stylish, even when casual, Hayden Panettiere went last night to the Step-and-Repeat, presented by Elijah Blue and Kantor Gallery.

For those hoping for a Wladimir Klitschko sighting, we're sorry to disappoint. The giant Ukrainian boxing champ, who's dating Hayden, was nowhere to be found.

Instead, Harry Morton, her previous rumored boyfriend, was with her (albeit not shown here). Bummer. Here's Panettiere, though, in all her cute glory ...

Hot Hayden P.

Not Hayden's best picture ever. But we love the bag!

Her once-hit show, Heroes, may be on the verge of cancellation, but it's not slowing Hayden down. Our girl was recently on the cover of Self magazine and played a huge role in the recent Oscar-nominated documentary The Cove.

Always good to see our favorite 20-year-old out and about in Hollywood. Click to enlarge more Hayden Panettiere pictures from last night ...

The Boyle Brothers Worry: Susan Is In Serious Trouble

Susan Boyle might be enjoying professional success - her debut album broke chart records around the globe and she performed this month at the Sanremo music festival in Italy - but the singer's siblings are worried about the toll this is taking on her personally.

"The traveling and the whole [fame] thing is exhausting. She still has her anxieties and her loneliness," brother Gerry tells People in its latest issue.

Very Troubled Singer?

Susan's brother John is even more blunt in the assessment of his sister:

"She needs 24-hour care. She needs to be looked after."

Someone broke into Boyle's home last month and the singer reportedly hasn't been the same since. She often makes late-night calls to family and friends, pal Lorraine Campbell says.

"She knows she can come up to me anytime," said Campbell. "If she's upset, she'll stay the night. Security would bring her up to my house. I take her home in the morning. Susan stayed with me a week ago. Nighttime is a lonely time for her."

Hang in there, SuBo. We wish you the best.

Miley Cyrus and Bret Michaels Duet: Hilarious, Released

Note to Miley Cyrus: We know we've had our differences and THG isn't your biggest fan on the planet. But please take this piece of advice:

Get an STD test... stat!

As the following picture and video prove, you've officially shared the same air with Bret Michaels, a reality TV star whose had more sex with groupies on VH1's Rock of Love than his former band, Poison, had number-one hits.

Miley and Bret

For reasons we'll never comprehend, Miley and Michaels have collaborated on a new single titled “Nothing to Lose.” During the track, the long-haired skank-banger teams with Cyrus on the chorus. It goes:

Won't you fall down on me/So close I can feel you breathe/Tonight in the darkness with nothing to lose/If the truth is all we can see/If I fall for you, could you fall for me?

Ummm... is that really appropriate for a 17-year to be singing with a dirty, washed-up, sex-crazed rocker?

“Bret and I had a great time in the studio together just hanging out and making music,” Miley said. “He’s is so passionate about music and it shows. I think it is such a rad collaboration because it shows that two artists that seem so different on the outside can come together and organically create something that we are both proud of.”

Hurry up and check out the video below, lest YouTube remove it. Then, let us know: Is this a positive or negative step for Miley's career?

Many Drugs Found in Brittany Murphy's System

The list of drugs in Brittany Murphy's system when she died have been released by the L.A. County Coroner's office today, and it's not a pretty picture.

According to the report, "Multiple medications were present in the blood, with elevated levels of hydrocodone, acetaminophen, and chlorpheniramine."

"L-methamphetamine was also present."

The report says, "It should be noted that the pattern of use of these medications suggest treatment of symptoms of a cold or other respiratory infection."

"Acetaminophen and hydrocodone are components of Vicodin. Chlorpheniramine is considered an active ingredient in some over-the-counter medications."

Simon Monjack, Brittany Murphy Photo

The late Brittany Murphy with Simon Monjack, who she wed in 2007.

"L-methamphetamine is a component of some inhalers."

The Coroner believes that Brittany had pneumonia and tried self-medicating with prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs ... and it ultimately proved fatal.

The report notes that "Possible adverse physiological effects of elevated levels from these medications cannot be discounted, especially in a weakened state."

"Therefore the manner of death is Accident."

Simon Monjack, you're in the clear. Except for trying to bilk people through the fake foundation you set up in Brittany's name. That was real shady, man.

Carrie Prejean Sets Wedding Date, Lives in Sin

It's getting close to official: Carrie Prejean will soon commit to an opposite marriage with Kyle Boller.

The disgraced beauty queen - who believes in naked photos, sex tapes, fake boobs and lying for the benefit of one's career at all times, but not equal rights - and the back-up quarterback started dating in November and got engaged three weeks ago.

BL!SSS Magazine Spread

Sorry, Kyle Boller. The whole world has pretty much seen all your fiancee has to offer.

Sources close to Prejean say the dedicated Christian has already moved into Boeller's house.

"[The engagement] party is happening this weekend,” an insider told RadarOnline.com. "She told me she’s so excited to have set a date for her wedding.”

We bet. The pair can finally have sex at that point, seeing as the bible tells Prejean she has to wait until marriage