August 10, 2010

Levi Johnston: Putting it to Brittani Senser?

Levi Johnston's brief second engagement with Bristol Palin recently ended, reportedly thanks in part to his participation in a new Brittani Senser music video.

Whether or not the video for her song "After Love" is based on or mocks Levi's relationships with the Palins is disputed, but he definitely stars in the thing.

He also accompanied her to the Teen Choice Awards last night.

Levi's appearance with Brittani, coupled with Bristol Palin dumping his ass, is likely to spark rumors of his romantic connection with the up-and-coming singer.

The jury is still out, but rumors of dalliances with exes Lanesia Garcia and Briana Plum reportedly caused tension with Bristol as well. Watch out, Brittani ...

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PLAYERS PLAY: Are Levi Johnston and Brittani Senser more than friends? Unclear? What's quite clear is that he's back on the market. [Photos: Splash News Online]

Johnston tells People that despite breaking up with Bristol, they're on good terms: "Oh, we're friends. The ring's off, but we're friends, so everything's good."

"You know, it's tough," he says of the split following their re-engagement. "It's not something that I wanted, but life goes on. I just take it one step at a time."

He adds that he's still going to make it a priority to spend time with his and Bristol's 19-month-old son, Tripp: "Oh yeah, yeah. We're still co-parenting," he says.

Think Brittani would make a good stepmom?

Alex Carapetis is the Love Drug of Choice for Ke$ha

Guess we now know whose love is a drug for Ke$ha.

The singer, who has been ambivalent about her sexuality in the past, has gotten serious with drummer Alex Carapetis. He accompanied her to Chicago this weekend for Lollapalooza, where the duo got especially cozy at the Music Lounge together.

"They wouldn't stop making out!" a witness told E! News. "They have natural chemistry and are always laughing."

Sources say Carapetis, who is Australian, is considering a move to Los Angeles to be closer to the eccentric singer. And why not? If their taste in sunglasses is any indication, these two have a lot in common. We wish them the best!

Alex Carapetis and Ke$ha

Teen Choice Awards Fashion Face-Off: Ashley Greene vs. Selena Gomez

The men of Twilight weren't the only representatives of this franchise to show up at last night's taping of the Teen Choice Awards.

While Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner are battling it out in their own Fashion Face-Off, Ashley Greene has her lovely hands full with Selena Gomez.

Both young stars walked the red carpet of this event, posing for photographs and hoping to win the vote of THG readers below. Compare, contrast and decide now...

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Who looked better at the Teen Choice Awards?

Teen Choice Awards Fashion Face-Off: David Archuleta vs. Greyson Chance

Throughout the day, THG has posted a number of Fashion Face-Offs based on celebrity appearances at the 2010 Teen Choice Awards. For example, go vote on Ashley vs. Selena, and Katy vs. Katy now!

But this is the first time we must give our readers a warning: do not attempt to reach into your computer screens and squeeze the cheeks of the following two competitors.

We understand this urge when it comes to David Archuleta and Greyson Chance, but please try to resist. THG bears no responsibility if anyone gets injured attempting such an endeavor.

That said, sit back and study the photos below of these young, adorable artists. Then, make your opinion known:

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[Photos: Splash News, Fame Pictures]

Teen Choice Awards Fashion Face-Off: Ian Somerhalder vs. Paul Wesley

Our latest Teen Choice Awards style showdown may be a bloodbath.

Arm-in-arm with co-star Nina Dobrev, The Vampire Diaries' Ian Somerhalder (left) and Paul Wesley are a couple of choice TV hunks if we've ever seen them.

Not just 'cause vampires are all the rage, either. They're handsome.

The Vampire Diaries spoilers for the CW show's second season focus on Tyler and werewolf mythology, and how Elena's blood-sucking doppelganger Katherine will impact her relationship with Stefan (and possibly Damon).

But what we're focused on here is much simpler: Which hunk was better dressed at last night's awards show? Tell us by voting in our survey below!

Vampire Diaries Threesome

Which Vampire Diaries hunk is your favorite? [Photo: Splash News Online]

Savannah Brinson: Loves LeBron James, Dislikes Miami Move

Unlike LeBron James, and Will Smith, Savannah Brinson is not a huge fan of Miami.

The long-time girlfriend of the self-centered basketball star speaks out in the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar and says she isn't excited about the couple's move to Miami, now that James has wussed out and signed with the Heat.

"Personally, Miami was not my favorite place. Vacationing there is great. You go for three days and get some sun and it's time to go home," she says.

Savannah Brinson and LeBron James

Brinson is quick to add that she isn't "complaining," though, and will make the "adjustment" to life on South Beach.

Similarly, fans of LeBron have been forced to make an adjustment ever since the self-proclaimed "Chosen One" decided that he couldn't win a title without joining up with two other NBA superstars, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

His legacy is tarnished forever as a result.

Savannah has been dating James since high school and is the mother of the couple's two kids, LeBron Jr., 5, and Bryce, 3. "I just love him so much," she says of the Heat small forward.

These days, Brinson is alone in that sentiment.

Fantasia Barrino Sort of Denies Antwaun Cook Sex Tape, Affair Allegations

Is there really a Fantasia sex tape?

Earlier this week, Paula Cole filed for divorce from her husband and cited his affair with the former American Idol champion as the basis for their break-up. In court documents, she even claimed Fantasia and Antwaun Cook "recorded their illicit activity."

In other words: they went all Kim and Ray J on each other!

Now, through her reps, Barrino is speaking out against the allegations - and sort of, kind of, partially denying them.

Fantasia Picture

Would you tape yourself hitting this? Possibly, if you're Antwaun Cook.

Fantasia's manager, Brian Dickens, has released a statement that says his client is "certain that she is not responsible for the deterioration of the Cook's marriage." It also reads:

"Fantasia will weather this storm with the dignity and grace that she has exemplified throughout a life in which she has repeatedly overcome obstacles and challenges. Fantasia's faith in God, herself and family remain as strong as ever."

Speaking to TMZ, meanwhile, Fantasia's lawyer grew even harsher. Said Gena Morris: "Mrs. Cook gratuitously included claims about Fantasia to sensationalize that litigation and to insure that her tale would be picked up by tabloids."

THG is making no judgment, nor are we taking a side. But there's not actually a denial of relations between Barrino and Cook anywhere in here from Fantasia's team, is there?

Steven Slater Ends Flight Attendant Career in Hilarious, Illegal Fashion

After over two decades of dealing with rude airline passengers, Steven Slater finally lost it today.

The JetBlue flight attendant was aboard a recently-landed plane in New York's Kennedy Airport when a woman got up prematurely to remove her baggage from the overhead bin. Slater approached the individual, only to be conked in the head with the suitcase and told to "f-ck off."

He responded by getting on the intercom and saying: "To the f---ing a--hole who told me to f--- off, it's been a good 28 years. I've had it. That's it."

Slater then opened the emergency hatch, grabbed his two carry-on bags - and two beers! - and jumped down the inflatable airplane slide to safety. At least temporarily.

Steven Slater

According to The New York Daily News, Port Authority police were alerted to the incident and showed up at Slater's home in Queens, where they found him in bed with his boyfriend. A neighbor says Slater was smiling as the cops walked him away in handcuffs.

He'll be charged with 2nd-and 4th-degree criminal mischief; 1st- and 2nd-degree reckless endangerment and criminal trespass in the 3rd degree; and faces up to seven years in jail.

Sources, and Slater's own MySpace page, confirm that he's battled substance abuse. His father also recently died and he's been taking care of his critically-ill mother. Both parents worked for the airline industry.

Let's all hope Steven Slater walks away from this altercation a free man. After all, as Phil Catelinet, a passenger on the flight, said afterward: "I wish we could all quit our jobs like that."

Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen Break Up

Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen, who decided they were taking a break back in June, have officially ended their engagement, reports say.

"Yes, the engagement is off," Bilson's rep confirmed, without elaborating.

Distance was reportedly one of the main reasons for the split.

With the former OC star based primarily in L.A., and Christensen living in his native Canada, "It just wasn't working out," says a friend of the actress.

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Rachel and Hayden made such a cute couple ...

Now Bilson, who will appear on How I Met Your Mother a second time when the CBS comedy premieres in September, is "focusing on her career, spending time with her family and just moving forward," adds the friend.

The pair met on the set of Jumper in 2007, and got engaged the following year. We wish them both nothing but the best in this difficult time.

Lea Michele Channels Britney Spears For Glee

The Britney Spears tribute episode on Glee is generating a lot of buzz, and equally as many rumors. For the moment, here's what we know about the episode:
  • Britney Spears herself will not appear.
  • The episode will be titled "Britney/Brittany."
  • The episode will feature six Spears songs.
  • It will reportedly feature a head shaving.
  • Heather Morris (Brittany) will do lead vocals.

Heather's not the only cast member getting in on the act, however. This photo of Lea Michelle as Britney on set suggests that Rachel will be featured in at least one Spears number ... "Baby One More Time" seems like a pretty good guess:

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Lea gets into character. [Photo: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

It's unclear when the Britney episode airs, but the magic unfolds when Season 2 of Glee debuts September 21. Which Britney song would you most want to hear?

Emilio Masella Wants to Fight Vinny Guadagnino

Vinny Guadagnino allegedly hooked up with Snooki on Jersey Shore this season. Now her gorilla juicehead ex, Emilio Masella, is allegedly ready to throw down.

After learning that a drunk Snooki (Nicole Polizzi) climbs into bed with castmate Vinny, Emilio, who was dating the reality star at the time, vows revenge.

"I am pissed, we were friends and he was messing with my girl when I was with her, it's not cool.” Emilio Masella said. “I'm so angry I want to fight him."

"I mean I just said goodbye to her a couple of days before it was shot and she climbed into his bed,” the New Jersey native reflects. “I was devastated."

Emilio met Snooki in January after the first season of the hit reality show and the pair were insperable. In April, Snooki accused him of being unfaithful.

Vinny Guadagnino PictureSnooki and Emilio Masella

Vinny Guadagnino recently snuggled up to his Jersey Shore co-star Snooki Polizzi. Emilio Masella, who briefly dated the reality star this year, took exception.

Back in April, Emilio got dumped via voicemail by the Snook. The indignity.

"She always accused me of cheating and I never did,” he said. “And now I had to watch her on national TV doing it. I don't deserve this, I'm a sweet guy."

Sweet he may be, but Emilio wants a piece of Vinny – for charity of course.

"I want to box him, for a charity,” said the scorned non-star. “I'm going challenge him to a charity boxing match. I want to raise money for the Chile Earthquake relief fund. I am so in love with her I want to do something for Snooki."

Brody Jenner Shaves Love For Avril Lavigne

If you thought Brody Jenner's mohawk was crazy, wait until you see the dude's latest hair-raising maneuver and tribute to punk-pop princess girlfriend Avril Lavigne.

The Hills star and his woman, who have been dating since early 2010, hit the streets of L.A. with the hunk sporting an “A” shaved on the side of his dome.

If he did that for every celebrity he's dated, he could pretty much write out the whole alphabet. Or at least L, C, K, N and J, and probably more we missed.

Anyway, we can support the move on at least one level - while his Avril Lavigne tattoo is there to stay, at least he can just grow his hair back if needed ...

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Brody Jenner is smitten and covered with declarations of love for Avril Lavigne. Is it cool to see a guy express himself like that, or is he just lame? [Photos: Fame Pictures]

Justin Bieber Pitches Proactiv

Justin Bieber has something in common with Jessica Simpson, Katy Perry, and Jennifer Love Hewitt. And it isn't breast size.

Instead, the 16-year old sensation has joined these beauties and other celebrities as the latest Proactiv spokesperson. Although it looks like the singer has never had a pimple in his life, Bieber says he can relate to this common teenage problem.

Proactiv, naturally, is the solution.

“I know that for a teenager, it doesn’t matter how many people are looking at you, you don’t want acne on your face,” Bieber says. “I’m in the limelight all the time... I’m constantly doing interviews, constantly doing photo shoots and I’m determined to keep myself clear. Using Proactiv will help that.”

Selling Pimple Medicine

Added Justin: “My fans already know I’m just a regular kid, except the stuff about my life that’s not regular... like performing to thousands of kids and always being in the spotlight.”

And guest-starring on CSI, and anchoring a 3D biopic about his life and writing a photo-based memoir. Except for all that stuff, Justin is just like you!

Watch a behind-the-scenes video of Bieber's Proactiv commercial below.


Bieber for Proactiv

Levi Johnston to Run For Mayor of Wasilla, Alaska; Reality Show to Document Campaign

Before his second broken engagement with Bristol Palin in as many years, there were whispers that Levi Johnston was planning a new reality show with her.

Those rumors were half true.

Bristol will be nowhere insight, but the former Playgirl cover model will soon be starring in a new show entitled Loving Levi: The Road to the Mayor's Office.

The premise: Levi Johnston is running for mayor of Wasilla, Alaska - the post famously held by Bristol's mother, Sarah Palin, before she became Governor!

No word if Brittani Senser will be deputy mayor, but it looks like his for office is actually happening. Executive producer Canaan Rubin says in a statement:

Levi The Mayor

"The docu-soap will follow the ever controversial, headline making, matinee idol, handsome father of one as he embarks on a run for mayor of Wasilla, Alaska."

"It will chronicle a 'no-holds-barred' period in Levi’s tumultuous life; co-raising his son Tripp, looking for love, and taking care of business for fellow Wasillians."

"He will give us a real inside look into who he is as a father, a skilled hunter, an avid dirt biker, and of course his journey down the road of small town politics."

"Levi Johnston thinks he can take the office by representing the real citizens of Wasilla." The statement ends: "If elected, Levi promises to serve his full term."

That's a shot at Sarah Palin, who resigned Alaska Governor last summer to become a professional celebrity. Tank Jones will serve as Levi’s campaign manager.

Shooting is underway: "They shot pre-production on the pilot today on Rodeo Drive [in Beverly Hills]." Ooh, the real Wasillans aren't gonna like that one bit.