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Brandy Wants a Better Life (Without Show Biz) For Daughter

Karl Erikson — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 18:01:00 GMT

Starting her acting and music career when she was just 15, Brandy Norwood says that growing up in public wasn't always easy, but she "wouldn't trade it for anything." What she experienced as a teen star on shows such as "Moesha" was "beyond anything that I could ever imagine," Brandy says.

But the public eye is not something Brandy wants for her 6-1/2-year-old daughter Sy'rai Iman Smith. She's really hoping that she doesn't go into show business, but "of course if it's something that she wants to really truly do, I will encourage her and support her. I'll show her the ropes for sure."

Brandy, 29, adds, "It's beautiful to have her around and in my life. I don't know what I'd do without her. I don't even remember what life felt like without her so she's definitely an angel."

Brandy just released a new album - "Human" - last week. Her first single, "Right Here (Departed)" is #23 on Billboard's Pop 100 Airplay chart.

Here's a link to the video on Youtube.

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Nick Cannon: Mariah's Gonna Have My Babies

HerBadMother — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:20:00 GMT

Nick Cannon wants to knock up Mariah Carey. Because, you know, he "loves her more than any other girl."

Which I think is a pretty good reason to sperminate someone. If you love all the other girls less, then she's the one, right? I mean, why would you want to have babies with one of the girls that you don't love the most?

Unless, of course, what his brother meant - and his brother, obviously a grammarian, was the source of the above quote - was that Nick Cannon is the girl who loves Mariah Carey the most. In which case, spermination might be a problem.

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Sassy Smith — Sat, 10 May 2008 19:08:00 GMT

Remember a couple of weeks ago Mariah Carey said she wasn't going to have kids because she didn't want to feel violated and that you have to try and stay pretty - because as we moms know, you get clobbered with a big ugly stick once you have a baby. Anyway, that's all changed now that Mariah is married. There's baby news!

Mariah and Nick Cannon were married 5 minutes after they met 10 minutes ago - okay slight exaggeration but not by much. One minute the pop diva is single, the next she's married, tattooed with Mrs. Cannon (oh better hope they're forever and ever) on her neck and having his baby - or about to.

Here's what Mariah told PEOPLE:

Nick on their whirlwind affair: “It was a love-at-first-sight thing. Since we’ve been together, we’ve been inseparable.”

Mariah on how friends knew they were getting serious: “One thing (few people) knew was we got tattoos a few weeks earlier. So anyone who saw my (”Mrs. Cannon”) tattoo wasn’t surprised. To me rings are special and exciting, but tattoos mean more than anything. They’re forever and ever.”

Nick on their connection: “From the first time we sat down to discuss the video at the Beverly Hills Hotel, we connected. … I was able to be myself with her. We are both eternally 12 years old.”

Mariah on plans to have kids: “It’s part of the whole purpose of getting married. I’d just want our children to have the best childhood and upbringing they possibly could.”

All seems a bit rushed to me. This is sort of telling: "We are both eternally 12 years old." Best wait to have kids then!

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Mariah Carey Probably Won't Get Knocked Up

Sassy Smith — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:33:00 GMT

Mariah Carey was interviewed by OK! Magazine and asked if she was ready to have kids - and her answer was rather interesting. By interesting, I mean weird.

Here's what she had to say about the subject:

"It’s hard to have kids in this world. I don’t think I could properly educate a child right now. Maybe in the future, but I actually haven’t thought about it.
“For now, I enjoy my dog Jack’s company. It’s definitely because of childhood traumatic stuff. The whole not wanting to have a baby as a baby.
“I never wanted to feel violated and I know that’s a kind of weird thing to say, but that’s how I am. You gotta take care of yourself," she said. "You have to try and stay pretty, you know." Yes, because once you have kids you know what happens - the big ugly stick comes down and that's it, you're doomed - no more pretty after kids. Is she for real?

And having a baby is violating? Well sure, I guess - squeezing a 9 pound human out of a... well you know. I think she's a ~~total diva wench~~ bit odd though. Plus, anyone who's super anal about germs, probably isn't ready to have a child - because children are walking, living, breathing petry dishes. Mariah mentioned she's a bit fanatical, saying, "My life is bizarrely healthy in some ways. I have to be overly aware of people holding the microphones. Singers who are tuned into that know that if someone touches your microphone you have to sterilise it.”

Again, see? Slightly obsessive. Plus, seriously, I just can't picture a woman, who's 38-years-old (it's true Mariah, you're NOT 18 anymore), who has a shrine to Hello Kitty, being a parent. Mariah - stick to dogs.

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Mariah Carey Pregnant?

Sassy Smith — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:06:00 GMT

Is songstress Mariah Carey pregnant? Fortunately no - Mariah can barely dress herself appropriately even though she's pushing 40, so I can't even imagine her as a mother. You think JLo's a diva mom? Ha, I bet Mariah would put her to shame! Plus she's said she's not ready for kids at this stage in her life. Whew!

Mariah gave a glimpse into her thoughts on motherhood on satellite radio show Yo on E!: "Obviously, having a kid is a commitment for life. I really would have to be very, very positive that I was in a place where I could completely focus and put everything into the job of being someone's mommy, because it's hard enough to have a puppy." Pfftt, like she looks after her puppy. She's got puppy nannies - can you even imagine Ms.Carey cleaning up dog poop? Right.

Carey has been dating record producer Mark Sudack since 2003, is not quite ready to settle down and start a family, instead, she prefers to focus on her career. E=MC2, her 11th studio album is due out April 15 and her first single, Touch My Body is doing well - I guess.

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Baby's Almost Here: Christina Aguilera Doctor Appointment

Sassy Smith — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:02:00 GMT

Pregnant Christina Aguilera's due date is creeping up. Boy, this pregancy is going fast! Of course I'm not the preggo so I'm sure Aguilera may not feel like that. She may in fact, want to punch me in the face for saying such a thing.

Anyway, girlfriend was at a doctor's appointment, perhaps getting things set up for her c-section in January. Why are all of her appointments at night? Celebrities are strange creatures.

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The Un-Christmas Dinner at Madonna's House

Karen — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:09:00 GMT

Recent gossip surrounding Madonna and Christmas (whether she celebrates or whether she doesn't) had me confused until I realized she is crazy. Personally I could care less if her family celebrates Christmas, since it's something I'd love to quit but only because of the running around. I wish Santa was real so I could sit back and enjoy the holiday!

This story caught my attention and I heard a scream as I finished reading it: "No Wire Hangers!"

Yes, Madonna reminds me of a ghost of Christmas past -- Joan Crawford.

Oh I hope it's not like that in their house, but this tidbit from "a friend" had me concerned:

"They entertain beautifully, but it isn't what you would call conventional,'' a friend says.

"A housekeeper will set out a great big table covered in stuff, all macrobiotic, which no one dares eat unless Madonna tucks in.

"They're all terrified of her.''

Apparently Madonna never strays from her daily 2-3 hour workout. So there's speculation she'll fit that in as well. I guess if she doesn't have to cook a giant turkey and stuffing, she's got the time.

Maybe she's on to something, but it sounds miserable to me. Hurry up Lourdes and write a book.

Christmas Not Completely Cancelled At Madonna's Household

Sassy Smith — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 22:34:00 GMT

There is a Santa after all! There may not be any Christmas in the Madonna/Ritchie household, but there will be some gift giving going on!

Madonna's husband, Guy Ritchie told Extra, that he and Madonna have amended their tradtions with their children, Lourdes, 11, Rocco, 7, and David, 2 but that there is still room for a few presents. "The kids are only allowed three presents. So by the time they get to the third present they've had their sugar hit. As long as the kids get three presents at Christmas, everyone's being happy." I suppose if you're Madonna's kid, three presents could be quite awesome!

There have been reports that the family had converted to Judaism, which holds Kabbalah under it's religious unbrella, but Guy says, not so. "I don' think anyone's converted to Judaism in my family. I have no converted to Judaism and neither has my wife. Sheesh, dontcha just hate gossip?

Merry Christmas Madonna and family!

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Britney Spears Wants A Piece Of You--Yes You!

Sassy Smith — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 16:01:00 GMT

Britney Spears wants you, her ~~twelve~~ fans to help her shoot her next music video. Spears has shot her video for her newly released single, Piece of Me, but thinks that her fans (the paparazzi?) may do better. Very probable.

Britney is teaming with MTV for a contest, titled "Britney Spears Wants a Piece of You." On Monday, MTV will have footage from it's archives available to the public-interviews, red-carpet appearances and performances. Fans (again with that word) will be able to remix the archived video/photos into their own version of Piece of Me, which can be up to 3:34 mintues in length.

Submissions must be in by December 14th. Jive Records and Spears herself, will choose a winner, which will air on TRL on December 20th. Mark your calendars people!

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J-Lo Cancels Gig Due To Pregnancy Issues

Karen — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 15:02:00 GMT

Mom to be Jennifer Lopez cancelled her performance Movies Rock at the Kodak Theatre on Sunday due to unexplained issues with her pregnancy.

J-Lo was rushed to hospital earier this month due to a miscarriage scare. We hope she takes it easy and the rest of her pregnancy is a healthy one.

Piece Of Me: Britney Shooting Her New Music Video Today

Sassy Smith — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:46:00 GMT

To help promote her latest ~~flop~~ album, Blackout, Britney Spears is shooting the video for her second single release, Piece of Me.

And because we're talking about Britney Spears, she's putting a lot of effort into it. She's going to spend TWO HOURS shooting a video and scenes that would normally take days, but wow, she must be GOOD. Brit has scheduled visitation with her sons today, Sean Preston and Jayden James, so her only window of opportunity is, between 12pm and 2pm. It's great that she's putting her sons first (for a change), however, why not do the video on another day, when she doesn't have the kids? I don't pretend to understand the crazies.

The video production started at 8am at the Hollywood Athletic Club on Sunset Blvd. with Wayne Isham directing. He also did Brit's video for I'm Not A Girl, Not Yet A Woman, in 2002. The new video will feature 15 dancers and a body double for Spears. The "story" behind the video is about Spears being chased by the paparazzi. Hopefully she doesn't cause any more accidents! Oh and Britster dances on a bar and runs down some stairs. I love originality, 'cause we've never seen that sort of stuff in music videos before. Yawn.

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Look Who's Walking! Little Jayden James, Britney & Kevin's Youngest Son

Sassy Smith — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:02:00 GMT

Awww look at those chubby cheeks!

Pregnant Christina Aguilera Still Wears Five Inch Heels & No Plans To Slow Down

Sassy Smith — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 18:05:00 GMT

Christina Aguilera, 23 months pregnant...naw, I'm just kidding, she's 6 months preggo, it just seems like she's been with child for forever, has her husband, Jordan Bratman worried because she has no plans of slowing down.

A source said, "Jordan was hoping Christina would give herself time to just chill out, but her daily business appointments and meetings are endless. Christina doesn't plan on slowing down just because she is pregnant. Like any pregnant woman she does get tired, but she has told friends she intends to keep going right up until the birth."

Bratman is worried that she's pushing herself too far. The source added, “While Jordan is excited about becoming a dad, he was worried when Christina discovered she was pregnant on tour. He tried desperately to scale down her performances. She said she would feel like a failure if she let her fans down. Jordan shadowed her every move during the last leg of her tour and was so relieved when it was over.”

She's not slowing down or giving up her heels! You go girl! Gotta love a chick who can wear big ass shoes, even when pregnant.

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Britney Spears Helping Moms All Around The World!

Sassy Smith — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 15:03:00 GMT

No, she's not being awarded Mother of the Year, or become a role model, but that's the point. Brit's bad behavior makes us 'normal, everyday' moms, feel good about the job we are doing, raising our children!

Star's Editorial Director Bonnie Fuller explains in Huffington Post.

"Once again, Britney has succeeded in a mission that, though unintended, is actually providing great relief to millions and millions of women across North America," says Fuller of Britney’s parenting antics. "Every time that our girl Brit cluelessly tries to whitestrip her toddler's teeth instead of brushing them or runs a red light with the court-appointed monitor and her two sons all strapped in her car, working moms across the continent can set back our own personal guilt-meters about our mothering skills."

No kidding. Britney really needs to take a good, hard look in the mirror and slap herself in the face. Wait, that's what I want to do. Come on, girl needs to shake herself and see that she's created two sweet little boys who need guidance! Yes, they have a dad, Kevin Federline, who seems to be doing okay, but those boys also need their mother to be in their court, to stimulate their minds, nurture them, be there for them, teach them things, read to them and so much more! And that doesn't mean parading them around in a car, with 100 flash bulbs going off in their little faces and "visiting" with them in a stupid hotel room. I don't care how swanky it is. They need a home, with their own rooms, their own "stuff", familiar surrondings, not a flippin' bellhop and desk clerk. And hanging out a Starbucks doesn't count either! Wake up Britney Spears, wake up. Sean Preston and Jayden James deserve a plugged in mom!

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Panties,The Simpsons and Rehab: The Life Of Britney Spears

Sassy Smith — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 13:04:00 GMT

According to OK! magazine, Britney's family wants her back in rehab. On the bright side, a loyal fan sent Spears 365 pairs of panties and she might be a "Simpson" character!

Let's start with the fun stuff shall we? According to the National Enquirer, an anonymous fan sent the vajayjay flashing poptart a box of panties. Enough for every day of the year! No more yucky crotch shots from Britney, hooray! Well, that is if she actually wears them when going out in public. We can't always get a miracle happenin'.

Spears may soon be appearing in an episode of the popular TV show, The Simpsons. Execs are keen on getting Britney sharing some screen time with Homer Simpon and family. However, they won't be taking any pot-shots at the troubled singer, according to Yeardley Smith, who does the voice of Lisa Simpson. She said, "Britney is ripe for the picking, but we have to do it well-I don't want to be cruel." Aww why not? Oh I'm kidding ~~no I'm not~~.

Britster is reportedly to be spoofed at Bart's school and her famous first video hit "Baby One More Time" will be incorporated. Another source said, "There are talks ongoing and it's hopeful it will happen. The appearance would be a positive one. Never mind what's happening in her private life, Britney is big again." Oh yes she is, ~~a big trainwreck~~.

OK! magazine is reporting that, Britney Spears' family wants her to head back to rehab. Good luck with that. Her behavior keeps spiraling out of control and that has her parents,brother, and younger sister, Jamie Lynn, worried. They apparently tried to hold an impromptu intervention, asking her to give rehab another try. A family friend said, "But she seemed to just thumb her nose at everyone. So they are going to attempt another intervention and hopefully save her from herself." Her family is hoping this time around, it'll work, so Spears can get herself back on track and be able to be a good mother to her two young sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James. Now there's a miracle we'd love to see!

Photo source: Teen Vogue

Britney's Blackout Is Blacked Out

Sassy Smith — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 16:33:00 GMT

Britney's big comeback wasn't what we all expected. And neither is her latest album, Blackout.

Spears spent Thanksgiving morning with her boys, most likely swigging Red Bull and serving Sweet Cheeto pie and asking the kids to bring mama her "candy" (ah, she means her cigarettes). Later on, in the evening Britney stopped at a Virgin Megastore before hightailing it back to her "home away from home", the Four Seasons Hotel. Wonder what she was doing at the music store? Probably buying sh*tloads of copies of Blackout to help bring it back to life, although I think it's a lost cause. The album was relatively "decent" ( wasn't # 1 as her label was predicting) but now, um, not so much. It's reportedly sold a measely 430,000 copies. Nothing compared to the Britney Spears of days gone by, who continually topped the charts!

As of Friday morning, Blackout was No. 59 on Amazon.com and No. 13 on iTunes and that my friends, means it's days of downloading are numbered.

Spears' new single, Piece of Me, is getting some airplay and is also on the top pop station, New York's Z-100, however, that isn't even making much of a difference.

Don't fret though, Britney has a new boyfriend, so she's probably too busy to do any kind of album promoting anyway.

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Kevin Federline Hits Old People

Sassy Smith — Sat, 24 Nov 2007 12:34:00 GMT

According to nationalenquirer.com, Federline went golfing with three pals, at LA's Tony Balboa golf club, who were trying to teach K'Fed the game. That's when it went downhill from there.

The Fedster, was about half way around the course, when he smashed some old dude in the back after he blasted his golf ball. The guy wasn't too happy and came over to Kevin and ripped him a new one. “Which one of you jackasses hit me?” Kev admitted he had done it and then old guy says, "Haven't you ever heard of yelling 'fore?'" The dumb look on K'Fed's face explained it all. I guess he didn't know. Kevin's "victim" then says, "That's a courtesy to let people know a ball's heading their way." Oh. Sorry gramps!

Federline apologized and later at the clubhouse bar, had grandpa smiling after sending him his balls, er, a new box of expensive golf balls. FORE!

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Soap & Frozen Sperm: Celine Dion Is A Busy Woman

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 18:02:00 GMT

Canadian, my heart will go on ~~and we wish you'd just shut it~~ singer, Celine Dion is a busy lady! Soap and sperm takes a lot of work dontcha know?

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Dion made a guest appearance on All My Children on Wednesday November 21st and stole the show. Susan Lucci, better watch out or someone might be a stealin' your job! I think. I dunno. I don't watch that soap, so I really have no insight as to how she actually did. I do have a video for you to watch and then you can see for yourself. She's a great actress though right? Hardly could tell she was reading from a teleprompter! *cough*

Celine will also be launching a year long world tour in February, making stops in Africia, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and North America. Of course her husband, Angelil and their 6 year old son, Rene Charles will be with her. Since they are so busy, they've got some frozen sperm because they want to make another baby. I suppose the correct terminology is they have "embryos stored" at a clinic in New York, because saying they have "frozen sperm" makes it sound like they've got some secrets in their freezer alongside their icecream. And that my friends, would be creepy.

The couple plan on trying to conceive after the tour ends. Dion said, We'd love that. We'll rest a little bit and then hopefully we can be parents again." Rene Charles is hoping for a sister. Aw, then they could share hair products! That boy has some very pretty, and very long hair. And before you email me, my youngest son has really long hair too and gets called a girl all the time.

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Michael Jackson Lost His Face, I Mean His Car

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 17:34:00 GMT

Fine, he didn't lose his face but it was hidden though, as usual.

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MJ made a surprise visit to a trendy Melrose shop, Moist Men (not saying a word about this, zippin' my lip) and then dude couldn't find his car! Perhaps if you didn't cover your face, you could see and then you could find your car. Just a little FYI Michael. Who's Bad? It was so cute, he had ~~three~~ tons of fans wanting autographs and they were gushing, "we love you Michael." Ya, we ~~are convinced you are a freak~~ love you.

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No Christmas For Madonna's Family!

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 14:02:00 GMT

Bahumbug! Madonna cancelled Christmas and refuses to give her kids presents.

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Guy Ritchie, Madonna's husband, said they do not allow their 7 year old son, Rocco, two year old son David and 11 year old Lourdes to celebrate the Christian holiday. Madge is a devote follower of Kabbalah, a mystical off shoot of Judaism. Guy told BANG Showbiz at the premiere of Fred Clause, "We cancelled Christmas two years ago in our household. Once we canceled it, we stopped all the presents, and once we stopped all the presents we started enjoying ourselves more."

Kabbalah followers only celebrate Jewish holy days. They don't recognize Christmas or Easter because they don't believe that Jesus is the son of God. Madonna got involved in Kabbalah in the late 90's and has spent $2.4 million dollars promoting her religion around the world in the past few years. She also changed her name to the ancient Hebrew name of Esther and has written a series of children's books based on the faith's teachings.

Well Madonna used to like Santa because she sang a song about it. And here's a Christmas present from me to you because I'm not cancelling Christmas.

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Criss Angel Has A Message For Britney Spears

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 13:34:00 GMT

Abracadabra, disappear? Ha!

VIDEO AFTER THE READ

Criss was on hand in Las Vegas for the grand opening of Planet Hollywood resort and casino. Nice of him to ~~lie through his teeth~~ to take time out to give Brit a special message.

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Bring It B*tch-Kevin Federline Not Worried About Britney Hiring A Private Detective

Sassy Smith — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 12:33:00 GMT

Kevin Federline isn't concerned that his ex wife, Britney Spears might be gettin' all up in his grill.

It's been reported that Spears has hired private investigators to follow Kevin around to "dig dirt" on him. As I said before, I don't think there'll be much to find. Unless you classify making a crappy "hip hop" album as "dirt," then okay, you might find something.

Kev's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan, says that his client has absolutely nothing to worry about and that Spears his wasting her time and money. Kaplan says, "I think that if that is what they need to do, or have to do, to have (a go) at it. I don't think it will, in anyway, be a good expenditure of funds. But I can't stop that from happening. I don't think (Federline) would be concerned about it, and I don't think he has to change anything he is doing in order to address that."

Kaplan went on to say that it was a smart move on Britney's part, to hire a chauffeur to drive her and her sons around after she was banned by the judge in the on-going custody battle, from driving with her children, Sean Preston, 2, and Jayden James, 1, present in the car. He added, "Anything that puts the children in a car that reduces the risk ... I am all for that. We are only concerned when she is driving the kids." Okay, I am totally for all of that too, but Kevin's "chauffeur" might want to take some driving lessons or think about getting a new job. As far as I know, a stop sign means STOP. Can't wait to see what skeletons fall out of the closets at some point where they're both concerned. Well, I guess we know some of Britney's.

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Rich People Suck! At Least Heather Mills Thinks So

Sassy Smith — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 22:32:00 GMT

Heather Mills thinks that the rich of our world are "snobs" and "misers", as she told the debating society at Trinity College Dublin during her 90 minute speech.

Mills stated she felt obliged to be friends with some of the world's wealthy because that was the only way to maximize her ~~craziness~~ power ~~to make us drink rat's milk~~. Said Mills, "Sadly, you have to mix at a certain level of people to raise the level of funds you need to bring about the greater good. Because people are very snobby. These people who have lots of money, they're either snobby or they're stingy. If you have lots of money, you have to be stingy because why would you want that amount of money?" Um, what? Does this woman ever make sense? Great way to make friends Heather.

McCartney's ex also compared herself to well known human rights crusaders and suggested that they all had been victimized for what they believe in. It's wonderful how she speaks for others right? Mills said, "If you look at every single person in the history of the world who has tried to make a difference, you'll find a very long section of their lives where they were treated horrifically by the government or by the media." Oh Heather, just the crazy ones like you! Not all of them silly!

Oh Sir Paul, I do not envy you. McCartney allegedly sights "unreasonable behavior" on Heather's part as to why they are no longer together. Ya think? And yes, rich people must be "snobby" and "misers" because Mills is only asking for approximately $100 million dollars in the divorce settlement. Paul had offered $50 million but come on, that's practically a slap in the face!

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Michael Jackson Homeless?

Sassy Smith — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 13:36:00 GMT

Definition of "homeless": not having a home (I'm practically a walking dictionary). So, is Michael Jackson really homeless?

The "King of Pop" is reportedly asking for friends' help because he and his children need a place to stay. Apparently he's been less than welcomed in various places that he's rented in Las Vegas and Washington, DC and has had to leave these rented homes.

There's been speculation that MJ might actually lose his Neverland Ranch since he is in default on a $23+ million dollar loan against the property. Apparently, Jackson has moved his three children-Prince, Paris, and Blanket (don't even get me started on their names)-to the home of his long time friend, supermarket billionaire, Ron Burkle, who lives in Beverly Hills. The source quoted in the New York Post said, "The whole family has been hiding out. They were holed up in Burkle's place behind the Beverly Hills Hotel. They even refused to come out of their rooms and hid when Burkle had guests over." Those kids will never know "normal" or any facet of it.

Explain to me, how someone who recorded and co-produced the best selling album of all time, Thriller, which has worldwide sales exceeding 104 million, could be homeless? Jackson was named, "most successful entertainer of all time" by the Guiness World Records, AND last November, The World Music Awards announced that Michael Jackson had sold over 750 million units, worldwide......and he's HOMELESS? What in the hell did he do with all of his money? So many questions, so many questions. Sigh.

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Britney's Darkest Family Secrets: Depression, Suicide and Lost Babies

HerBadMother — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 20:03:00 GMT

The most recent pile of skeletons to fall out of the Spears' family closet is so disturbing as to make one fervently wish that history doesn't repeat itself. Britney may be careening down the tracks of repeated trainwrecks, but it seems that her personal tragedies (struggling for custody of kids, fighting drug-use accusations, battling a declining career) haven't yet reached the depths of tragedy reached by Spears' of earlier generations.

According to an upcoming edition of Us Weekly (the same edition trumpeting the more salacious stories about Britney losing her virginity at age 14), Britney's grandmother Emma Jean Spears suffered from depression and committed suicide. She is said to have shot herself at her 3-day old daughter's grave after losing the infant when Jamie Britney's father) was just a child. Emma jean was just 31 years old, and had reportedly attempted suicide a few times before.

That's a terrible, terrible, terrible thing. More terrible when one considers that clinical depression can become a legacy in families, passed down between generations.

Makes one sorta want to reconsider that 'Prayers For Britney' thing that was too easy to make fun of the other day.

Source: Us Weekly