Celebrity News Week Recap of November 26th 2004

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Mariah Adopts a New Name - Mimi

The singer now joins the list of divas who’ve taken an alternative moniker, such as Jennifer Lopez (J.Lo) and Madonna (Esther). In fact, Mariah Carey’s new name will appear in the title her forthcoming album: "The Emancipation of Mimi." | source: MSNBC

I suppose Mariah Carey is doing all she can to get back into the lime light in order ton increase sales fer her new CD, which is due out in March 2005 under the Def Jam Records label.  Her first single, entitled "Say Something" features both Pharrell Williams and Snoop Dogg,  It seems that Mimi is having financial difficulty.  In a recent article in Askmen.com headline read:

Mariah Goes For Broke

Mariah Carey, who has managed to steer clear of the tabloids of late, is in the news because -- get this -- she's almost broke. When Virgin gave her $28 mil to "go away" in 2001, one would've thought that she'd be rolling in the dough, but oh no. Considering her $7,200 a day hairdresser and makeup artist, it's a wonder she has enough money to eat. | source: Askmen.com

Another celebrity who is trying hard to stay away from the limelight is Ben Affleck.  His last two films (Gigli & Surviving Christmas) were crucified by critics and apparantly my the masses since they both flopped big time.

Even pal Kevin Smith couldn't convince Ben Affleck to join "Degrassi: The Next Generation."

Affleck apparently thinks that the public has had enough of him for right now. “He was just like, ‘You know what, dude? I’m a little too high profile right now. I’m trying to scale back,’” Smith told MoviePoop.com “He was just feeling the burn.
It’s been a bad [bleeping] year for him, and he keeps getting the [bleep] kicked out of him. | source: MSNBC

Happy News for Renee Zellwegger, rumor has it that she's set to get married to White Stripes frontman Jack White.

Renee engaged?

Friends of the couple expect that an engagement will be announced at a lavish Christmas party to be held at Renee's Hollywood home. The 35-year-old actress and 29-year-old White Stripes frontman got together after they appeared together in Cold Mountain reports Digitalspy quoting the Daily Mail. | source: Ananova.com

Before her wedding The National Enquierer reports that Britney Spears was pregnant before her Wedding to Kevin Federline..

BRITNEY'S LITTLE SECRET

Britney Spears found out she was pregnant before going on her honeymoon, say sources, but she kept it a secret from her mother and the rest of her family--even from her new husband Kevin Federline! | source: National Enquierer

What's more surprising in the baby department...

Madonna Ready for Another Baby?

Three months after finishing her Re-Invention Tour, Madonna is currently enjoying quiet time with her family in London, she's just published her fourth book for young readers, The Adventures of Abdi – and, at 46, she tells PEOPLE she wouldn't mind getting pregnant again. | source: People Magazine

and finally...

Carmen Electra And Ashton Kutcher Team Up!

Carmen Electra is working closely with Ashton Kutcher these days, but they are not setting up someone to be "Punk'd." Kutcher has tapped Electra to star in a yet untitled sitcom he is producing for Fox. The show is about a woman who has to adjust to life as the wife of a man from a big Midwestern family. | source: Women.com

Celebrity News Week Recap of November 20th 2004

This week has been a very eventful week in celebrity gossip. Here is a recap of the top buzz worthy celebrity news:

Dr. Dre was Attacked, Man Stabbed During Melee At Vibe Awards

The second annual Vibe Awards turned ugly Monday night after Dr. Dre was attacked, the G-Unit got involved in a brawl, and a man was stabbed. | source: MTV News

Now...

G-Unit's Young Buck Surrenders To Police

The rapper turned himself in to police in Santa Monica, California, on Friday to face charges of attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon. Police believe Young Buck stabbed a man who assaulted Dr. Dre at the Vibe Awards on Monday. | source:MTV News

If that wasn't surprising enough...

Jessica Simpson Shocker! Miss Goody-Goody's Wild Night With...2 Naked Men!

Jessica Simpson had one scandalous night of her own last month! While Star broke the story that her husband Nick Lachey had a very hot evening with naked porn-star Jessica Jaymes and another naked woman at an Oct. 12 bachelor party for sound engineer Sean Sullivan in L.A., sources now reveal Jessica left her good-girl image behind that very same night. | source: Women.com, courtesy of Star Magazine

In other music news..

Gwen Stefani Going Solo

No Doubt frontwoman Gwen Stefani takes a break from the boys in the band with the debut of her solo album Tuesday. | source: People Magazine

I'm looking forward to that CD, hopefully it's grammy worthy. Speaking of which...

Usher wins four American Music Awards

LOS ANGELES - R&B sensation Usher won all his show-leading four nominations at the American Music Awards on Sunday, and rap funksters OutKast went three-for-three during a performance-studded, occasionally censored broadcast ceremony. | source:MSNBC

Other good News..

DE NIRO RENEWS VOWS

Robert De Niro and his wife Grace Hightower are celebrating their 7th anniversary in style. The couple are renewing their wedding vows. Attending the special event will be Martin Scorsese, Billy Crystal, Harvey Keitel and Clare Danes. Also in attendance will be his four children from previous relationships, and his son with Hightower, Elliott, who is six. | source: National Enquierer

More on things that don't change...

Michael Jackson sued (AGAIN) for $3 million

LOS ANGELES - A former producer and business associate of Michael Jackson is suing the pop star, claiming he hasn’t been paid more than $3 million in loans and producing fees. | source: MSNBC

Celebrity News Week Recap of November 13th 2004

O.D.B Rapper from Wu-Tang Clan Dies

Ol' Dirty Bastard, a founding member of the Wu-Tang Clan and one of the most eccentric personalities in hip-hop, died of unknown causes on Saturday in New York. He would have turned 36 on Monday. | source: MTV news

Lindsay Lohan and Wilmer Valderrama Break Up

"Mean Girls" star Lindsay Lohan and her boyfriend, Wilmer Valderrama, have ended their relationship. "They have broken up, but are still friends," Valderrama's publicist, Heidi Slan, told The Associated Press Friday. She declined to provide details. | sourceABC News

In Other Break Up News...

Madonna's Manager Calls it Quits

Madonna’s longtime manager is quitting. Caresse Henry, who has been Madonna’s manager for 13 years, is leaving. “As I understand it, she’s not thrilled about the direction that Madonna’s interests have been taking her,” says a source. “Besides, 13 years is a long time and Madonna’s a demanding boss.” | source MSNBC News

Celebs that want to Quit Hollywood are Hugh Grant & Renée Zellweger

Hugh Grant has been telling reporters he's semi-retired for some time now. In 2003, he told TV's Extra that he suffered from ''boredom with show business.'' Recently, he told Australia's Sydney Sun-Herald, ''I don't return my agent's calls. I don't read scripts very much. I was never a very committed actor.''
Grant's remarks echo similar comments made by his Bridget costar Renée Zellweger, who told Reuters this week that she wants to take an extended sabbatical, hang out with friends, and be ''just a girl'' for a while. ''I don't see myself climbing into a makeup chair any time soon and taking another role,'' the 35-year-old Oscar winner said. | sourceEntertainment Weekly

Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake Sued

Two photographers sued Cameron Diaz and her boyfriend Justin Timberlake for assault and battery, claiming the celebrity couple taunted and attacked them outside a fancy hotel. | source: The Mercury News

More on Justin Timberlake...

Justin Timberlake Still Holds Concern For Britney Spears

Justin Timberlake is reportedly rewriting chapters of his forthcoming autobiography so he doesn't offend ex-girlfriend Britney Spears. | source: FemaleFirst.com.uk

George Clooney Putting on Even More Weight

George Clooney is piling on pounds for his new film 'Syriana'. The Hollywood actor has started a diet of doughnuts, pizzas and burgers to gain weight for the role as a tubby soldier in the upcoming thriller. | source: FemaleFirst.com.uk

Keanu Reeves Smokes Pot. Why the hell are you surprised?!?

KEANU REEVES reportedly snuck onto a fire escape at the Beverly Hills Hilton to get a breath of fresh air but as ``The Matrix'' dreamboat started to light up, a firefighter walked by and pointed out the ``No smoking'' sign. ``Relax, man, it's just weed,'' Reeves said | source Boston Herald

Celebrity News Week Recap of November 5th 2004

Lindsay Lohan Hospitalized - Her health, her career & her romance are all suffering

The teen superstar's relentless work schedule, nonstop partying and multiple car crashes have taken a heavy toll on her emotions. She's so stressed out that she's showing up late to work on the set of her new Disney movie, is acting like a diva and is fighting with boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama, friends tell The ENQUIRER.

P. Diddy prepares to celebrate his 35th - Rap entrepreneur plans an A-list, ultra-exclusive soiree

Diddy’s party, dubbed a “Royal Birthday Ball,” was billed as “his biggest, most lavish soiree to date.” Among those expected o attend the event at downtown’s Cipriani’s restaurant were Mariah Carey, Vivica A. Fox, Spike Lee, Sarah Jessica Parker, Chris Rock and Stevie Wonder. | source: MSN Entertainment

Jay-Z to Continue Tour Without R. Kelly & Now R. Kelly sues Jay-Z for $75 million

The tour was thrown into disarray on Friday, after Kelly walked off the stage at New York's Madison Square Garden claiming he'd seen two men in the audience brandishing guns. Later in the evening, he claims he was attacked with pepper spray backstage by members of Jay-Z's entourage. | source Reuters Press

Elton John is planning to become a married man.

The flamboyant performer is saying that he wants to wed his longtime companion, David Furnish | source MSNBC Sccop

Ashlee Simpson lip sync bust!

The 19-year-old singer was busted for a “Saturday Night Live” lip-synch gone awry, with her manager-father saying Monday that his daughter used the extra help because acid reflux disease had made her voice hoarse. | source: MSNBC Scoop

Pregnant Julia Roberts admitted to hospital, expecting twins, reportedly experiencing early contractions
Someone is spreading rumors that Paris Hilton has a girlfriend. The rumor spreader? Paris Hilton herself.
Nicole Kidman isn’t allowed to do her “Bewitched” nose wiggle in public.
Pierce Brosnan picks Colin Farrell for next Bond

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