Thursday, November 05, 2009
Rihanna Good Morning America Interview (Video)
Rihanna was interviewed on "Good Morning America" today. The 21-year-old singer spoke with Diane Sawyer about her relationship with Chris Brown, her former boyfriend who assaulted her just before the Grammy Awards in February. In the video excerpt, Rihanna explains her decision to forgive Brown, and her subsequent decision to end the relationship:
When I realized that my selfish decision for love could result into some young girl getting killed, I could not be easy with that part. I couldn't be held responsible for telling them, 'Go back.' Even if Chris never hit me again, who's to say that their boyfriend won't? Who's to say they won't kill these girls?
Explaining her decision to vacation with Brown only weeks after the beating, Rihanna said, "But I'm a human being, and people put me on a very unrealistic pedestal. All these expectations - I'm not perfect." The full interview with Rihanna will air on "20/20" this Friday.
For his part, Chris Brown has expressed confusion at the incident, asking himself, "What was I thinking? What is wrong with you?"
Rihanna's next album, titled "Rated R", will be released on November 23.
Rihanna Good Morning America Interview Video
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Raquel Houghton: Dane Cook's Former Girlfriend (Photos)
Raquel Houghton is Dane Cook's former girlfriend and a contestant on season eight of "American Idol." The 28-year-old singer is part of the band, The Valli Girls. Their MySpace says, "Raquel Houghton is our fearless lead singer who always brings the funk when we're jamming. Plus she has the best reflexes of anyone in the Valley. Not sure what that means but its gotta be good."
Dane Cook and Raquel Houghton were first seen together at the premiere of the 37-year-old comedian's 2006 movie "Employee of the Month." Cook at the time called her "my baby" and "independent and funny - two things I like in a woman."
Houghton's appearance on "Idol" was controversial since she already had a studio contract with Sony Columbia through her band, The Valli Girls.
Raquel Houghton Video Interview
Raquel Houghton Photos
The Valli Girls
The Valli Girls with Raquel Houghton
More Shots of the Valli Girls
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Nicolas Cage Broke
Nicolas Cage is broke. The 45-year-old actor claims his manager, Samuel Levin, mismanaged his money and sent "Cage down a path to financial ruin." To pay his debts, Cage has been selling his real estate assets, including a Bavarian castle and homes in New Orleans, Las Vegas, and California. Despite his stardom, he isn't immune from foreclosure: Regions Bank foreclosed on one of his homes after he failed to pay $5.5 million in mortgage debt.
Cage apparently lost more than $20 million since taking on Levin as his business manager in 2001. He says he "relied on Levin to handle his financial affairs to ensure that he and his family would have a financially secure future built on the foundation of the substantial monies Cage earned through years of hard work." He now owes $6 million to the IRS and is in hock to East West Bank for a $2 million loan.
Upcoming movies featuring Nicolas Cage include "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans", "Season of the Witch", and "Kick-Ass." He reportedly makes $20 million a movie.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Chaz Bono Photos
The first Chaz Bono photos have appeared. Formerly known as Chastity Bono before her sex change operation, the 40-year-old daughter of Cher and Sonny Bono announced he was undergoing gender realignment therapy only a week ago. At 18, Chastity came out as a lesbian while studying at New York University and later became a prominent gay and transgendered rights activist.
In the ensuing years, Chastity Bono's rock career dissolved after her band Ceremony's debut album failed to become a hit, and she turned to film production. A stint in rehab in 2004 and battle with obesity has plagued his recent years. A publicist for Chaz Bono has said, "Chaz, after many years of consideration, has made the courageous decision to honor his true identity. He is proud of his decision and grateful for the support and respect that has already been shown by his loved ones."
Reportedly, Chaz Bono has only started taking hormones within the last two weeks with a surgical operation in the works.
Chaz Bono Photos
Chaz Bono
Chaz Bono as a man
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Susannah Feldman Photos
Susannah Feldman has divorced Corey Feldman. The 27-year-old actress met the 38-year-old former child movie star at her 19th birthday party in Los Angeles, and one year later, Feldman proposed to the then-Susie Sprague on Valentine's Day. The couple have a 5-year-old son together, and Susie is seeking sole custody.
The Feldmans were married on the reality TV show, "The Surreal LIfe", in a ceremony with MC Hammer and a rabbi. Their life together was chronicled on the A&E series, "The Two Coreys", which showed glimpses of their life at home. In August 2008, Susannah Feldman posed for Playboy.
Corey Feldman became famous during the 1980s with roles in films like "The Lost Boys", "Stand by Me", and "The Burbs." Later on, he battled drug addiction and released several music albums. His upcoming movie roles include "Lost Boys 3" and "The Beautiful Outsiders." He will be co-starring in two movies with Susannah Feldman, "Lucky Fritz" and "Terror Inside."
Susannah Feldman Photos
Susannah Feldman (formerly known as Susie Sprague)
Susannah Feldman & Corey Feldman
Susannah Feldman and Husband Feldman
Monday, October 26, 2009
Ivanka Trump Wedding Photos
Ivanka Trump married Jared Kushner on Sunday. The 27-year-old daughter of real estate mogul Donald Trump and her husband, the publisher of the "New York Observer", had the wedding ceremony at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey. Trump wore a Grace Kelly-esque wedding gown from Vera Wang. In attendance were 500 guests including Barbara Walters, Rudy Giuliani, and Russell Crowe.
In preparation for the wedding, Ivanka Trump converted from Catholicism to Judaism in July 2009. She has also recently released a book called "The Trump Card: Playing to Win in Work and Life."
Donald Trump's toast to the couple was short: "Be happy and enjoy your life." The newlyweds are expected to honeymoon in Africa.
Ivanka Trump Wedding Photos
Ivanka Trump in Wedding Gown
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner Engagement Photos
Friday, October 16, 2009
Carmina Salcido Photos
Carmina Salcido is the sole survivor of the massacre of her family 20 years ago in Sonoma County, California. The now 23-year-old survivor has written a book about her experiences called "Not Lost Forever" and recently appeared on TV on "20/20." In 1989, her 28-year-old father, Ramon Salcido, murdered her mother, two sisters, two aunts, and her grandmother and fled 800 miles away to Mexico where he was captured five days later.
As Carmina Salcido recalls that day, her sisters were "like lambs led to a slaughter." When it was her turn, she says, "[He] grabs my hair, pulls my head back and I put my hands up … protecting, so he cut open my fingers and I moved them. I move my hands out of the way, [in] one clean cut. It was just like a razor. You almost don't feel anything. And I just went out." She survived for 36 hours in a field before being discovered and taken to the hospital.
Later, Carmina Salcido was adopted by an ultra-conservative family in Missouri who gave her a new name, Cecilia, and considered her "no better than [her] dad." She escaped to a convent at 17, but left a year later.
At the moment, Carmina Salcido has returned to Sonoma County and has a dog grooming business called Peaceful Pet Grooming. Her MySpace profile reveals that she plays 10 instruments, is bisexual, in a relationship, and loves the outdoors.
Ramon Salcido is on death row at San Quentin prison.
Carmina Salcido Photos
Carmina Salcido
Carmina Salcido at 16
Carmina Salcido at Toddler
