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Michael Jackson May Have Cancer

Josh loposer — Fri, 22 May 2009 19:30:00 GMT

The Jackson family is going through a real health scare. No, it's not because someone stole their creepy surgical masks. Unfortunately, it's much more serious than that.

For the third consecutive day, Jacko was spotted at a Beverly Hills medical center where he's reportedly going through a intense series of cancer screenings. Rumor has it that he underwent a shave biopsy to assess the threat posed by a few potentially cancerous growths. Sad.

Apparently, MJ and his kids (Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr, Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, and Prince Michael Jackson II) will have to wait a whole week to get results and find out of Jacko will need spot radiation therapy.

All joking about his weird mask thing aside, I hope the results come back benign. Get well soon, Michael.

Octomom: Good Luck Finding My Baby Daddy!

Wayman Tisdale Dead

Whit Honea — Fri, 15 May 2009 20:09:00 GMT

Wayman Tisdale has died after battling cancer of the knee for two years.

Tisdale played in the NBA for the Pacers, Kings and Suns and was on the U.S. Olympic team that won a gold medal.

Tisdale left basketball to pursue his love of music. He played smooth jazz on bass guitar.

Wayman Tisdale is survived by his wife and their four children. He was 44-years-old.

As a lifelong Suns fan, not to mention a lover of jazz, I have very fond memories of Mr. Tisdale over the years. Very sad.

Our thoughts to his family, friends and fans in his passing.

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Octomom Fires Back - Blah Blah Blah - Or Something Like That

trix — Fri, 08 May 2009 14:34:00 GMT

I think Nadya Suleman has a little bit more to worry about than a little lawsuit now, but she did respond to the pending lawsuit.

Her big response could be classified as a, "whatevs". Seriously, that's it? She said, "I'm sure there's gong to be lots of lawsuits filed against me."

What exactly does that mean?

She also said, "Am I going to acknowledge any of them? Probably not because there's no grounds for anything. If anyone wants to do that, feel free to try."

Then she topped it off with a, "People are opportunists, and they just want to be in the spotlight. How ironic is that? That people who don't want that are thrust into it over night, and those who are just foaming at the mouth for it, don't get it enough to go to extraordinary lengths to get some form of attention."

Darn those people and those attention getting ways. Or should I say, Hi pot, this is kettle, you're black.

Ruh-Roh - Octomom Is In Trouble

Crap, Do I have To Pay For That Too? - Octomom Update

Octomom Nadya Suleman Lies About Everything

Ed Burns and Christy Turlington Are Not Selfish

trix — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:03:00 GMT

Christy Turlington and Ed Burns recently reached out to the public for a little boy that attends the same pre-school as their son.

The couple found out that the little boy is suffering from a very aggressive form of cancer and are taking his illness public.

Ed Burns told People magazine, "It broke my heart. I went home and told my wife. 'What can we do to help this family?' She called a friend and got more details. We wanted to do whatever we could."

They held a donor drive at the Montessori School of Manhattan on May 2, with the hope that because, the Tribeca Film Festival was going on that day they could get more people to get their cheeks swabbed in the event they can become potential donors.

We haven't heard how much of a success it was, but I hope they had a great turnout.

Jade Goody's Fans Show Support

Jade Goody's Boys Lose Another Loved One

trix — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:02:00 GMT

Oh, my goodness, I don't think I can take anymore sad news today. Jade Goody's poor little boys lost their great grandfather to suicide yesterday.

He was recently diagnosed with throat and mouth cancer and took his own life. We don't know what the suicide note said, but I can't help but think that he didn't want live through what Jade did.

He left the suicide note on the kitchen table for his family and a gun was found next to his body.

Poor Jeff Brazier, to lose the mother of your children is hard, no matter what kind of relationship you had. But to lose another family member within a few short weeks is just more then anyone should have to bear.

Jeff's rep said that he will wait to tell the boys because, " They are very young and have had more than enough pain in the past few weeks."

Our thoughts go out to the family in their time of loss.

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Farrah Fawcett Near Death?

Whit Honea — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 20:31:00 GMT

There have been reports that Farrah Fawcett, who has been battling cancer, is close to death. She was listed as unconscious and critical in a Los Angeles hospital, but the latest reports claim that she is doing better and will be released soon.

Let's hope for the latter.

Fawcett's homecoming will not be without additional drama. Her troubled son Redmond O'Neal (dad is Ryan O'Neal) was arrested yesterday for drug possession and trying to take narcotics into a jail- which I suppose is a good way to cut out the middle man, but you don't get to collect $200 (see Monopoly). However, it's probably not the kind of thing that a very sick parent needs to deal with.

Hopefully Farrah will regain her health and Redmond will get some help.

Yes, Redmond is a bit old to make the cut at FameCrawler, but he's an old school celebrity kid and unfortunately his actions have become something of a stereotype. Let's hope the current crop of famous children are able to take a different path.

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Jade Goody's Boys Aren't Going To The Funeral

trix — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:02:00 GMT

Jade Goody's sons are so, understandable distraught over their mothers death that they are not going to attend the planned funeral on the April 4.

Jade's mother Jackiey said, the boys are so young I don't think their broken hearts will be able to bear it. “It’s also about the safekeeping of their memories of their mum for when they are older.”

Jackiey doesn't want the boys to remember the media circus surrounding their mother's funeral. She wants the memories they have to be of her before she was sick. The memories of the joyous childhood that every parent wants for their children.

Two days after the funeral, Jade's last book will be published. It's title is, Jade: Remember Me This Way, and all the profits from the book will go to the Marie Curie Cancer Care. The book has hundreds of photo, Jade's favorite photos that she selected for the book.

Remember Me As Jade Goody

Jade Goody's Last Adventures

trix — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:03:00 GMT

Jade Goody wanted to prove to the world that though she was dying, she was a fighter and she could still make her dreams come true.

This is a collection of stories from her last weeks of life, the highs and lows and the dream come true.

If you haven't read them, please click and remember her fight. Seize the moment and make your dreams come true.

Jade is a Married Woman

Jade Goes Blind

Jade Walked Down the Aisle in Tears

Jade's Sons Will Have Two Dads

Jade's Issue With Jack's Curfew

Jade Goody and Victoria Beckham Connect

Jordan Says Goodbye to Jade

Jade Goody Smiles Through the Pain

Jade Cancels Christening

Jade Goody and Roger Daltry

Jade Talks to Michael Jackson

Jade Was Attacked With Prayer

Jade's Big Regret

Only Hours Left for Jade

Jade's Life to Be Celebrated

Jade Was Thankful

Jade Goody has Passed

Update: Jade Goody's Funeral Arrangements Set

trix — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 21:35:00 GMT

If you are on of the fans of Jade Goody, you'll be happy to hear that the final arrangements for her funeral have been made.

The funeral will take place on April 4. The church service will take place in Buckhurst Hill, Essex, after leaving her home in Upshire, Essex. Now, I'm not sure how far the her home is from the church, but I'm sure there is plenty of room for well wishers to line the roads to say goodbye to Jade. The police have been drafted to help control the crowds, so you know they are expecting you to come say goodbye.

There will be loud speakers and if they re able to erect them, large TV's to air the service. However the funeral will not be televised on a network. The family did draw the line at that.

Jack Tweed, Jade's husband of 1 month, is afraid he may miss the funeral procession and service. He is scheduled to appear in court and may end up back in jail for assaulting a cabbie in May of 2008. Jade expressed her wishes that he be at the funeral and be a second father to her children, she also stated that Jack was a changed man.

Whatever happens, if he ends up in jail or is allowed to attend the funeral, the powers that be have to know that living through Jade's illness and death have changed him. I know I don't know him personally, but I'm willing to bet he has matured a ton in the last six months.

Jade Goody's Supporters Turn Out In Droves

trix — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Jade Goody died early Sunday morning and already hundreds of mourners, supporters and fans have left tributes at her home.

The tributes are along the lines of flowers, cards, balloons, and stuffed animals. Though the family has asked for their privacy, to mourn in peace, they do appreciate the outpouring of love for Jade.

Jade's mom Jackiey said that they are overwhelmed by the public reaction of her death. She commented, " It just shows how many people really loved her."

I think that many people have latched on to Jade's story as a chance to grieve for something or someone they have lost.

It's hard not to be strong all the time, I personally need a sad movie or song to evoke tears. I find it's easier to feel for someone else, than to feel my own pain. We can all relate to Jade in some way, whether you are a mother, a daughter, a wife, we've all lost someone dear to us.

Jade Goody - Celebrate My LIfe

Jade Goody's Funeral Details

Jade Goody - Celebrate My LIfe

trix — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 21:31:00 GMT

Jade Goody's family is planning her funeral. They are taking in to consideration Jade's wishes and are making the final arrangements to make her final wishes come true.

Jade wanted her funeral procession to travel through two different villages on the way to the church. The church service will be watched by attendees outside of the church on TV screens set up for that purpose. I'm sure there will be many there, wanting to be a part of something bigger than us all.

She wanted her funeral to be a "celebration" of the life she led.

So if you were a fan of Jade and even if you weren't, take this time to look around at your loved ones and tell them they mean everything to you. Take time to make your appointment for your scan, take care of yourself. Look at the bright side and remember that the glass is always half full. Live life to the fullest and tell your children you love them each and every day. There isn't time to hold on to grudges and anger, life is to be lived joyfully. Live, love, and laugh every moment you can.

Jade Goody Dead at 27

Jade Goody's Son Begs to See His Dying Mother

Jade Goody Headed to the Big Screen?

Jade Goody Headed to the Big Screen?

trix — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:32:00 GMT

Is there a Jade Goody movie in the works?

It's been reported that "Big Brother" producer Gigi Eligoff, wants to make a movie about Jade's rags-to-riches journey.

She said, "Jade's young, she's got lots of money, she's got two young boys and she's dying. I wouldn't be surprised if her story was turned into a movie."

Max Clifford, Jade's publicist, added that: " [Jade] is a story of our time. She is a girl from Bermondsey who admits she has 'no talent', a limited education and suffered a dreadful childhood. Yet she's world famous."

I've already lived her story through the papers and posts I've written, I don't know if I could watch it all over again on the big screen. It's heart breaking and kills me every time I read about her and her boys. I can only think about how much they will miss her and miss all the things that she would represent in their future.

Jade Goody Wants One Last Hurrah After Doctors Rush To Her Side

trix — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:33:00 GMT

Jade Goody woke up from a deep sleep on Monday evening and wanted a party.

She shouted to her family: "Everyone go and get ready - we'll have one big last party." She told everybody to cheer up and told her mom to put on more makeup.

That has to be so bittersweet for her family. They are happy to see her awake, but know that it's just a matter of time. Jade tells them to put on a happy face, but they have to be smiling through the tears.

The family is staying by her bedside, just to be near her.

The doctors were called to her bedside, either before or shortly after this scene and told the family to prepare for the worst.

Jade's spokesperson told the press, "We do not know how long she has left, we are on the edge of a precipice."

It's like waiting for the other shoe to drop, I don't what I would do in a situation like that. It's painful and heart breaking all at the same time.

Jade Is Struggling to Finish A Book About Her Life and Death

trix — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:03:00 GMT

Jade Goody is writing a book about her life and battle with cancer and the imminence of death. She has been working on this book with a writer for the past couple of months, but is now afraid that she won't live long enough to finish it.

She decided to write the cancer diary after receiving the terminal diagnosis late last year. She realized it would be the only time she would get to finish her life story.

It was very important for her to tell her story in her own words, we the media are, after all, the media. The diary is for her sons when they get older, so they know that all she ever wanted to do was love them and provide a future for them.

The book is also for women to know that they aren't alone when facing this disease, they are not suffering alone.

Jade Goody Pre-Wedding Photos

Update: Jade Goody Watched Her Last Sunset

trix — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:35:00 GMT

Jade Goody was propped up in bed yesterday to watch what she thinks will be her last sunset. She had to summon all of her strength to be propped up, but it was definitely worth it to her to do.

Her family is waiting for the inevitable, they are waiting for her to die. That is a heart-wrenching thing to have to do but they are staying by her side every step of the way.

They are happy for small miracles though because, Jade is finally not in any pain and is sleeping comfortably. That was the biggest issue, the pain, and now it's gone.

Jade begged her mom Jackiey not to let her boys see her die, she doesn't want them to remember her in death, she wants them to remember her in life.

I know we have covered this story in its entirety, but it still amazes me when we receive negative comments about Jade's life or what she is doing now. I figure that, no matter what "negative" things Jade Goody has done, the good outweighs the bad.

We have the example of the money she donated to help get 126 kids into a proper shelter in India, she was their "Slumdog Saviour". Their words not mine.

We could give examples of good or bad things that people have done all da, but it really comes down to losing a family member. Two little boys are losing a mother, a mother is losing her daughter and a husband is losing his wife. No matter how you look at it, it's a sad situation.

The one good thing that will hopefully come out of all of this, is that the age for cervical screenings goes down. The awareness is up and more women have gone to get checked, but the age really needs to be lowered and this case may be the one that gets it there.

Jade Goody - A Bright Spot In a Dark World

Jade Goody Wished She Had a Baby With Jack Before She Dies

Will Jade Goody Get to Say Goodbye To Shilpa Shetty?

Jade Goody - A Bright Spot In a Dark World

Will Jade Goody Get to Say Goodbye To Shilpa Shetty?

trix — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:35:00 GMT

Jade Goody is expecting a visit from her "Big Brother" co-star Shilpa Shetty on Wednesday but Shilpa may not make it in time.

Jade's family is holding on to hope, but knows that she is nearing the end.

Shilpa Shetty and Jade clashed on the set of "Big Brother" but later made amends. Shilpa is hoping to see Jade one last time, because she couldn't attend the wedding because of filming commitments.

I guess she always thought Jade would get better.

Jade Goody Pre-Wedding Photos

Roger Daltrey Praises a 'Courageous' Jade Goody

Dying Jade To Sons: I Love You So Much, I Wish I Could Stay

Will Jade Goody Get to Say Goodbye to Shilpa Shetty?

Jade Goody Only Has Hours Left To Live

trix — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 01:07:00 GMT

Jade Goody took a turn for the worse Friday night and is said to be unlikely to live through the weekend.

She is tired and in pain and is afraid to fall asleep, lest she not wake up again. Because of this, she is exhausted and has no relief in sight.

A source says, "She only has hours left, her situation worsened so much overnight that it's not looking good to anyone." The police have let Jack's curfew be relaxed in this case of emergency, he is allowed to be at her side 'round the clock.

"She's been crying her eyes out, she's been in floods of tears because she too realises it's nearly the end of the road. The family were told maybe Jade would make it to Tuesday but after such a bad night that's been revised to Monday and maybe sooner."

"She's in a very bad way and has been in so much awful pain. They've given her a lot of medication and she's been in a deep sleep most of the day and hasn't woken up.But Jade's getting weaker and weaker and is looking very pale."

"We all knew it was getting close when she couldn't even raise a smile or give a thumbs-up when she was taken home from hospital on Wednesday. She's gone downhill a lot since then and everyone around her is really upset. Her mum Jackiey is in pieces.Everyone knew this was going to happen, but it's still desperately sad."

Her spokesman, Max Clifford, added: "It's a matter of hours, she's got dramatically worse overnight. Sadly, she's very close to the end."

We've received so many heartfelt comments of love and hope for Jade, we appreciate all of your expressions, thank you! We know that Jade and her family appreciate them as well, please keep them coming. It always help to talk about these situations because they help us face our own fears and mortality.

Roger Daltrey Praises a 'Courageous' Jade Goody

Jade Goody - A Bright Spot In a Dark World

Jade Goody Pre-Wedding Photos

Jade Goody Wished She Had a Baby With Jack Before She Dies

Jade Goody's Attacker Was Praying for Jade

Jade Goody Chats With Michael Jackson

Jade Goody - Pre Wedding Photos

Jade Goody - A Bright Spot In a Dark World

trix — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 17:32:00 GMT

Even though her cancer has metastasized and she is losing her vision, Jade Goody had something to look forward to yesterday. Jade went home and was able to spend time with all three of her boys.

Her ex, Jeff Brazier, brought her boys Freddie and Bobby home and her new husband Jack Tweed was there for the whole night, Jade was understandably, "Over the Moon". The police relaxed Jack Tweed's curfew two nights a week which enables the family to be together during this time of her hospice.

Max Clifford, Jade's spokesman, said: "It's the best thing she could have hoped for. Jade was delighted to see them and it gave her a little lift."

Jack will be spending the night on Thursdays and Saturdays. That's a long time in between nights, but at least he will be there during the day to keep her company.

Jade Goody's Wedding Dress

Jade Goody Pre-Wedding Photos

trix — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:31:00 GMT

Jade Goody had a little fun with a friend the day before her wedding. This picture is probably the most carefree she's been in a while.

Jade got some last minute pampering in the form of teeth whitening the day before the wedding.

Jade took a breather and took some pain medicine before she got on with the rest of her day.

Jade relaxing before the big day!

Catch up on the latest Jade Goody stories:

Jade Goody Goes Home

Jade Goody Says No More Curfew

Jade Goody and Victoria Beckham

Jade Goody Can't Bear the Pain Anymore

Jade Goody and Michael Jackson

Woman Prays Over Jade With Judge's Gavel

Jade Goody - I Wish I Would Have Had Jack's Baby

Jade Goody's Emotional Walk Down the Aisle

Jade Goody Wished She Had a Baby Before She Dies

trix — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:45:00 GMT

Jade Goody doesn't have many regrets that we know of, but she does have one.

She wishes she could have given Jack his own child. My goodness, that's heartbreaking.

She said that her own boys adore Jack, and he would have been so happy to have to be a dad. She said, "The boys adore him – he was still playing with them at 1am on our wedding away from all his mates. That’s how good he is with them. He’s been a brilliant dad and I’m just sorry I could never give him his own child."

Jade Goody's Wedding Photo

Jade Goody's Attacker Was Praying for Jade

Jade Goody Wants Jack To Lose the Ankle Bracelet

Jade Goody's Story Touches Victoria Beckham

Jade Goody Chats With Michael Jackson

Intruder Tries to Harm Jade Goody With A Hammer

Jade Goody's Attacker Was Praying for Jade

trix — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 21:31:00 GMT

We reported earlier this week that Jade Goody was attacked by a hammer wielding visitor in her hospital room, but now we know it wasn't someone trying to do her harm.

Jade isn't going to press charges against the woman who snuck into her room because, she was praying for her.

The woman didn't have a hammer, but a judge's gavel, not sure why a judge's gavel, but still. The woman was murmuring prayers over Jade and stroking her arm. Um, that to me, is creepy.

I'm guessing the woman was praying for her to get better, which was the same feeling Jade got after hearing the woman's story.

Jade Goody's publicist, Max Clifford conveyed Jade's feelings with the statement, "There will not be any charges. Jade is more aware now about what happened and when I spoke to her this morning she said ”I'm sure the women didn't mean me any harm."

That must have been incredibly scary, waking up with a stranger standing over you, mumbling, with some sort of blunt object. It's no wonder that the hospital beefed up the security around Jade.

Remember Me As Jade Goody

Jade Goody's Emotional Walk Down the Aisle

Jade Goody Wants Jack To Lose the Ankle Bracelet

Jade Goody's Wedding Photo

Jade Goody Chats With Michael Jackson

Jade Goody Chats With Michael Jackson

trix — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:29:00 GMT

Jade Goody received a surprise phone call from the King of Pop yesterday and it was said to lift her spirits immensely.

Jade and Michael talked for quite a while and a friend said, "She was so excited to speak to the King of Pop that she was able to hold a full conversation with him”.

Jade was promised tickets for her and her family to Michael's UK concerts if she is able to attend. The whole day was really exciting to her, because Jade wished to speak to Michael Jackson before she died.

A friend of Jade's said, “He [ Michael ] learned of Jade’s illness and wanted to lend his support and comfort her at this awful time. When she was told Michael was on the phone her eyes lit up and she mustered all the strength she could to have a chat. It gave her a real boost and hope that she’ll be alive to watch him perform in the summer."

It's nice to know that there are moments of brightness for her in her final days.

Jade Goody Wants Jack To Lose the Ankle Bracelet

Jade Goody's Wedding Photo

Jade Goody's Story Touches Victoria Beckham

Remember Me As Jade Goody

Jade Goody Tells Visitors Go Away Christening is on Sunday

trix — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:33:00 GMT

Jade's Goody is far to sick to receive many visitors these days. Her visitors are being scaled back because she is under constant sedation since her surgery earlier this week.

Though she does feel a little better she is still not up to seeing her friends.

Jade still wants to be baptized and is planning to do so on Sunday in her hospital bed. The christening will take place in the church at thehopital in front of about 20-30 friends and family.

Sunday is also the first time Jade will see her boys since the operation. I'm sure even in her sedated state she is looking forward to seeing them. These last days and the time she gets to spend with her boys is precious to her.