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RAPPER COMMON AND ACTRESS TARAJ HENSON
EXPECTING A BABY TOGETHER


Rapper Common and Actress Taraj Henson have been dating for only a few month
and are now expecting a baby together. She is 3 1/2 months pregnant and
co-starring in the movie, "Something New" with actress Sanna Lathan.

 

 

 


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FRANK SKI VOTED OFF THE AIR

Courtesy of http://www.keminications.com/

She asked who you wanted OFF THE AIR in Atlanta since all you did is
complain at the AJC Radio Talk! Unfortunately you voted Frank Ski off the
air but he's not going anywhere. His station is #1 in the overall Arbitron
Radio ratings for Atlanta and that depends largely on the morning show which
is the biggest audience for any station. Sorry but the hating does not get
you anywhere in life...LOL. Honorable mentions Neal and Ryan are here to
STAY!

Wanda Smith V103 (31)  22%
Frank Ski V103 (51)  35%
Ryan Cameron V103 (6)  4%
The Kimmer WGST 640AM (8)  6%
Denny Schaeffer WGST 640AM (16)  11%
Neal Boortz WSB 750AM (6)  4%
The Regular Guys 96 Rock (8)  6%
Fred Toucher 99X (8)  6%
The "Suits" at these stations! (10)  7%

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JULIA ROBERTS NOR ERIC ROBERTS ATTENDED THE FUNERAL OF CORETTA SCOTT KING

Late civil rights leader CORETTA SCOTT KING took an incredible secret to her
grave - she paid for Oscar winner JULIA ROBERTS' birth. King, the widow of
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR, lost her battle with ovarian cancer and died on 31
January (06).

And now it has been revealed that the civil rights icon helped bring PRETTY
WOMAN Roberts into the world - by covering the hospital costs of the
actress' parents. The extraordinary act of kindness came about in 1967 after King befriended
Roberts' actor parents when they agreed to give her children drama lessons.

According to a family source, King rushed to the family's aid when she heard
the actress' mum had gone into labor and insisted on covering the costs of
the hospital stay as a thank you for the Roberts' kindnesses towards black
children in Atlanta, Georgia, where they were based.

A family friend says, "Julia was touched and surprised when she found out.
"Coretta is one of the reasons Julia uses her millions to help charities
working with young children and projects to save the environment."

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MISS JAY GETS ENDORSEMENT

Miss Jay of "America's Next Top Model" is endorsing London based Royal Shoe
Company. Miss Jay will appear in two TV commercials and will be on
billboards across the England promoting lady shoes.

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CIARA CAN'T SING BUT CHECK OUT THE ROCK ON HER FINGER!

Ciara has been apologizing for her performance all over the place for
singing off key at the Grammy's last week, but from the looks of that 10
karat ring Bow Wow gave her, she do not have to apologize to anyone.

 

 



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KELLY ROWLAND BRINGS HER MOTHER OUT OF THE CLOSET

Finally Kelly Rowland decides to bring her real mother out of the closet.
Here is a photo of her and her biological mother at Fashiion Week in New
York. We were all beginning to think that Tina Knowles was her real mother.
Now who is your real daddy? Matthew Knowles?

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WHO IS YOUR DADDY?

Marlon Wayans shopping with his son at The Gap. Sources say that Marlon and
his older brother Shaun Wayans dated the same girl at the same time and the
baby could be either one of theirs. Sounds like the Jackson brothers sharing
that one woman of theirs.

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WHO IS THIS CHICK?

Who is this chick bending over on the Grammy's Red Carpet? If you know, hit
us back. She looks like a stripper trying to get attention. The Grammy's was
not the place for this...hooker!!!

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J-DILLA PASSES AWAY

Hip-Hop producer J-Dilla passed away today (Feb. 10) due to an unspecified
ailment. Early reports suggest he succumbed to kidney failure, a medical
problem which arose in 2004. J-Dilla, born James Yancey, was a member of
Slum Village and worked with various Hip-Hop artists including Kanye West,
Busta Rhymes, A Tribe Called Quest and Common's Grammy-nominated album, BE.

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BRANDY LOOKS A MESSZZZZ!!!

Brandy looking a Hot Messzzzzz wearing those big wigs bigger than her head.
How dare she come out in public looking like that!!!

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Jay-Z Can't Seemed To Lap It Up  
The aftermath of Singer/Actress Beyonce's Lap Dance for Actor
and star of "Hustle and Flow", Terrence Dashon Howard on the BET Awards last week, has shaken the foundation of her long romance with boyfriend Rapper Jay-Z.  Apparently the rapper has been getting a lot of flak from many of his homeboys.  The big question is how could he let his girl go on national television and perform such a sultry dance on a perfect stranger?  The truth is Jay-Z was caught by surprise right along with the rest of us as she snatched Howard from the audience.  However Beyonce should not feel alone in her relationship woes because is also rumored that Terence not an earful from his wife when he got home from the festivities.

Omarions Baby Mama Drama!
Here's the scoop straight from a member of the S.U.G. Street Team, Last year @ Marques Houston's album release party, Omarion was introduced to a young lady by the name of Tonya Brewer. They were introduced by a mutual friend. Although her name was never released until now, I'm sure many of you can recall the rumors that Omarion was dating a fan. Anywhoo! Omarion became smitten with Ms. Brewer and did everything to get her phone number. They reportedly became inseparable and have been dating ever since, according to the source. The pair have been together for a little less than a year and have announced to friends and family that they are expecting a baby in June. The couple was spotted in NYC shortly after his appearance on TRL, shopping for baby supplies at Toys R Us. There are also rumors of a possible engagement, as the soon to be Mrs. Grandberry has been sporting a hefty diamond ring on her left hand.
 

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Kobe Bean Mean

Off the coat-tails of a dismissed sexual assault trial, Kobe Bryant should be in good standing with his wife.  After all, to her knowledge, this was his only indiscretion in their relationship, right?  Well, wrong.  In Kobe's own words he copes to have a very frequent affair with at least one other woman, a Latina sports associate, Michelle.  After the initial interrogation by Vail, Colorado police was leaked this week to the public, Kobe was in hot water, having to explain to his wife, the low down between him and Michelle, whom he made contact with sexually over the last 2 years.  So distraught by the lies, it is rumored that Vanessa took her 20 month old daughter and fled to her mother's home.  If that's not bad enough, the interview with Kobe also sheds light on his special requests in the bed, i.e., strangulation among others.  People are wondering if Kobe will be able to get out of the bind with his wife with yet another expensive gift, or is it, in fact, over.
 
Federline Makes Three
So, they've made the trip to Holy Matrimony, even with the talk of "faux" weddings and such a buzz.  Britney Spears and dancer/baby maker, Kevin Federline, have sealed their love in a beautiful, secret ceremony, that was a "spiritual bond", sounds oh so much like Brandy coming clean about her "faux" with ex Robert Smith.  But, let's be happy for the pair, and hope it works out.  SUG supposes it isn't the fact that Britney is so young, but that Kevin had 1 child prior to and 1 child within the relationship to Spears by actress Shar Jackson, who's a degree seperated from Brandy... sounds like a bad soap.. Anyhoo, now, after much anticipation of Britney's admittance to pregnancy, not to mention, her gush in People magazine, when asked if pregnant, she gazes in Kevin's eyes and says, "Not that I know of..."  Ahhhh.  Yawn.  So, now comes word she is pregnant.  Which would make Kevin the father of 3, Britney step-mom to 2, mom to 1, Shar just a baby's mama to 2 and quite big family outings to Disneyland in the prospect.  No wonder, Kevin's groomsmen, him included, wore sweat suits with PIMP on the back during the wedding.  With his track record, he sure looks like one.
 

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Down The Creek
It's been a slow gossip month but here goes... American Pie star Chris Klein and Dawson's Creek beauty Katie Holmes are reportedly reconsidering their engagement. The glamorous couple had a vicious fight last Friday in Los Angeles restaurant Maggiano's, which ended in Klein telling a tearful Holmes he wanted to leave her. A shocked witness tells website pagesix.Com, "They came in holding hands, sat alone, and during the dinner Klein was heard delivering classic break-up lines like 'I need space, ' and 'it's not you, it's me'." But Holmes' representative insists they were arguing over their new house, not splitting up
. SUG ask the question, who are these people and who cares?

Bouncing Beyonce
Singer/Actress Beyonce had her party stopped short last Saturday night when she was celebrating her 23rd birthday on the Soho House rooftop with boyfriend Jay-Z and about 100 friends. The Beyonce's entourage was dancing to extra-loud music courtesy of DJ Cassidy and when her crew didn't want to stop getting down at te midnight curfew the cops were called in. Rooftop partying past midnight isn't allowed. So staff at the rival Hotel Gansevoort across the street called the cops on Soho House. "The Gansevoort just got fed up," claimed a source, "so they phoned it in." Beyonce‚ eventually shut her party down, and moved on to Marquee.

Action Jackson
Apparently Janet Jackson wants rekindled her movie career, especially after the failing sales of her recent CD release. The singer told friends Jackson has suffered ever since her notorious "wardrobe malfunction" at last year's Super Bowl that she wants to get back into the motion picture. She will start with her star turn in the upcoming "Valley of the Dolls" remake. Jackson will focus on the big screen and less on her music. "I'm really excited to move on to movies!" the star was quoted as saying. SUG says that decision is a good one, considering the lack of enthusiasm audiences have been giving her surrounding her recent live performance appearances on television.

I'll Take Paris In The Summer!
Word has been spreading about the make-out session between "Dirrty" Christina Aguilera and heiress Paris Hilton after the MTV Video Music Awards.  According to onlookers, Christina was getting a provocative dance from her girlfriends when Paris's interest was peaked and she made way over to the pop star, laying her head in the nape of Christina's neck before graduating to lip locking.  Paris may never learn from her mistakes.  First sex tapes, then Nick Carter, now Christina Aguilera.  She's got a never ending roaster of lovers and many are saying she's proof, that having money doesn't guarantee class.

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Holla Berry!
What's a girl to do when she has no man? Newly single actress Halle Berry has revealed her secret to staying sexually satisfied without a Hubby - she uses sex toys. Since splitting from estranged husband Eric Benet earlier this year she says she's in no hurry to find a new lover, especially after discovering the Pleasure Chest, a saucy Los Angeles store that specializes in raunchy lingerie and va-vibrators. Berry advises other single women, "Make regular visits too. "You can't forget your sexuality, that's not good. You can still embrace your body by going to the gym or going to the Pleasure Chest." Ho-Hold on now Halle, with all of these superstars publicly expressing their desire to get with you, including Usher and Jamie Foxx there's really no need for you to take matters in hand, or should we say plastic in hand!

Pound for Pound, She's No Dunst
Spiderman star Kirsten Dunst is urging her fellow actresses to eat more food and develop curvaceous bodies - because it's "so much sexier". The 22-year-old actress, currently dating Jake Gyllenhaal, insists Hollywood would be a much more attractive place if all of her counterparts embraced their feminine curves. She says, "I think it's so much sexier when a woman eats. I love food. I enjoy food. "I'm 22 and I've never had a baby so obviously I'm young and I have a good metabolism. But I just think it's sexier to be a woman on-screen and have boobs, you know what I mean? It's so much sexier than a stick figure. And guys don't even want that!" SUG agrees girlfriend, however guys like women with fatter lips as well.

No Rooms Up Stairs For Hilton
Paris Hilton insists she was "just playing a role" in reality TV show The Simple Life and thanks Reese Witherspoon for her performance. Hilton who co-stars with pal Nicole Richie in the Mocumentary about two rich girls surviving on an Arkansas farm - claims she faked her 'dumb blonde' behavior to boost the program's ratings. SUG says Paris should get an Emmy nomination because she fooled us all.

Fantasia Who?

Ever wonder what happened to Fantasia Barrino. Other than having a date proclaimed at after her in home town of High Point, North Carolina and a few "American Idol" tour shows, we haven't heard much of her lately.  Could it be a sign that Idol is finally losing some steam.  Perhaps through retrospect America realizes they may have unleashed a Pop nightmare.  After all, how many videos could we watch with Fantasia jumping up and down, doing that stupid dance of hers. 

Evil Twins
Troubled teenage stars Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen hired TV veteran Dennie Gordon for their new film and astounded her with their bossy behavior. The twins who are now 17-years-old is said to have put the former Ally McBeal director through an intense grilling before reluctantly allowing her to direct their Box-office flop, New York Minute. Gordon confesses in a recent interview, "I had to be hired by two 17-year-old producers. It was the first time in my life I had to go on a job interview with my stars, it was so bizarre. "They grilled me, and they were tough firing questions at me - 'What's this going to look like?' What can you bring to the party? I went in thinking, 'They're two years older than my son, how smart can they be?' And they killed me, I really felt how powerful they are!" SUG guess the twins probably were a little hard on the director because they hadn't had breakfast yet - or dinner, or lunch, or snacks.

Talk About Our Love

Looks like the love is gone between Brandy and "ex-husband" producer Robert Smith.  Or was there any love there to begin with.  Just days after the release of Brandy's newest album, "Afrodisiac" in which she shares matters of the heart, Robert does a radio interview with gossip queen DJ Wendy Williams and puts the former Moesha diva on blast.  According to Robert, the two were never married and the "love" Brandy professed both in interviews and on their MTV special following her much publicized and shocking pregnancy never existed.  He claims that everything from the secret nuptials, to the diamond ring, to the live in status was all hype and that in reality Brandy was his "jump off" girl and that all the while he was with another woman, whom he is still with and very much in love with.  She now is 7 months pregnant.  Brandy's comments on his bombshell, were colored with shock, hurt and anger, charging Smith with not thinking about her, their daughter and the relationship they shared.  She also admits that they did not have a legal marriage, but shared a unifying bond; in other words unprotected sex resulting in pregnancy.  She also feels it was all for publicity for his upcoming artists on his record label.  Whatever the case, nobody really believed that they married secretly in the first place!  It was too well orchestrated with the 2 week later pregnancy news and ever fluctuating change of due date.  The egg on Brandy's face must be thick especially with her urging of once married Britney Spears to take it slow when it comes to marrying dancer Kevin Federline.   Though her talent is undeniable, we can now conclude that her relationship knowledge leaves a lot to be discovered.  Folks are saying, no wonder there was no sloppy divorce, no need!  Lucky, girl.  Maybe that's why Robert's airing out dirty laundry.  Fake husbands want to get paid too!

No Match For Cat Woman

When Halle Berry finally decided to file for divorce from husband R&B crooner Eric Benet, everyone in the world knew why.  He'd battled sex addictions claims in the past, but it became too much for the two to handle.  After his mistresses spilled it all to the tabloids during their courtship and after the nuptials and finally culminating with Halle's emotional come clean on Oprah, he figures now is a better time than any to set the story straight.  He admits to infidelity, but not to an addiction on Thursday's upcoming "Primetime".  He also admits to sleeping with another woman, while they were dating, engaged and only days before he would escort Halle to accept her Academy Award.  He also admits that he feels that it is only right that he give his side of the story being a doormat in Halle Berry's world.  After souring record sales and a lackluster music career, Eric could not cope with being in the shadows of a famous wife.  Well, what a come back.  Not a hit record, or a multi-million dollar record deal, rather a sorry plea to ride on the coat-tails of his own bad taste.  Maybe that's the plug he was waiting for to spark his career.
 
Doing The Right Thang
It seems somebody in Hollywood is doing the right thing when it comes to apparent pedophile R Kelly.  So many singers and rappers are still rushing to do collaborations with the Chicago "I Believe I Can Fly" singer like rapper Twista, negating the fact that he's had a shaming past wooing the likes of Aaliyah and other underage girls in more ways than one.  It was all too obvious that him penning an entire album, "Age Ain't Nothing But A Number" for a girl of 14 who he'd eventually marry secretly and churning out not too kosher songs, "Seems Like You're Ready", which sounds like a plea to rob some child of her virginity, would point the finger at his guilt, but alas people still don't believe.  At least Spike Lee has some sense, seeing a distinction between Kelly and Kobe Bryant's rape case saying, "I can't make that separation," Lee said. "I saw that DVD with him and those girls. I have a 9-year-old daughter. I look at him in a different light now. I can't listen to his music, and I wouldn't buy a record of his."  Will the public turn their heads the other way much like they did with Michael Jackson in the early 90's, only for the same story to resurface?  Only time will tell and many are whispering perhaps, R Kelly will be doing it. 

No Love
When rumor surfaced that Denzel Washington and wife were splitting because of a supposed affair with co-star Sanaa Lathan, they were quickly dispelled as fabricated to smudge Denzel's squeaky clean image especially at the height of his career.  But, it seems that another star couple has the same rumor control buzzing a breakup is amiss due to infidelity.  Word is traveling that Samuel L. Jackson and wife actress Latanya Richardson are calling it quits.  Perhaps this will also be proven false as just a ploy to cause a stir in the world of black entertainment.  Inquiring minds want to know.
 

Noses Off

You'd think the Jackson family's infamous destruction of their Afrocentric noses would prompt future generations of performance artists to stop the violence, but alas there's another to add to the list of facial editing.  We all know Lil Kim shaved away some nostril a couple years back (along with some common sense) leaving a lopsided and unattractive blower, but now, one hit wonder songstress Amerie has been rumored to have chopped away as well.  The singer of last summer's hit "Why can't we Fall In Love" apparently believed her big nose was the reason behind the relationship lapse.  You can check out her new nostril fix in the Mase video, "Welcome Back".  SUG will give her a partial welcome because she's returned with a few pieces missing!

Permanent Vacation?
Well SUG fans, this one come from one of our loyal readers so we can't verify any of  it, but was too juicy to past up posting. It reads as follows: 'Word has it from a relative the works on Good Day Live that Jillian
Barbarie started drinking again, after more then a year of sobriety. She started the mood swings that her Zoloft couldn't control and Steve Edwards just couldn't take it anymore. Jillian is in rehab and will not be asked back to the show. Seems like her flash in the pan career is over finally. It is amazing that there has been no comment from Edwards and Lucy as to what happened to Jillian. Only in the first week when he said Jillian was "on vacation", RIGHT. Permanent vacation.' Of course SUG wouldn't wish those kinds of problems on anybody, but we want to thank our undercover SUG reporter for searing that little piece of dirt with us.

Still With Her
At the premier for newest movie, Dodgeball, Ben Stiller and wife, actress Christine Taylor noted their latest collaboration in the film.  Though things seemed cordial between the two, funny man Ben seemed a bit uncomfortable standing next to his wife.  Rumors have been circulating that since the birth of their child, Christine's quest to lose the baby fat has gone beyond baby and now threatens more serious weight issues.  Though she did appear extremely thin, no one can confirm for sure if there is a
problem...  Friends of the couple say Stiller is still in love with Christine, but just wants her to be 'ok'.  Knowing the Stiller's track record of making hit comedies, she'll certainly be 'ok' with the pay.

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Here Comes The Bribe
The news is all over the world about Jennifer Lopez and Mark Anthony's secret wedding this past weekend.  But it seems too coessential that Mark is suddenly planning a major move into the motion picture arena while Jennifer is working hard at her own career rebound. What better way to introduce Marks new record release and keep Jay-lolo in the news.  How about staging a quickie marriage for the media.  Come on, the woman was suppose to be madly in love less than six months ago with Bennifer. Ah, but wait if this time around Lolo is pregnant then that might add some creditability to what is bring labeled in the press as a joke. SUG says if you believe this one, I got a bridge in New York for sale.

Julian Bye Barbarian?
Has Steve Edwards and America finally gotten enough of Jillian Barbarie?  Fans of the show know very well that Julian has not been herself lately.  The self claimed starlet/weathergirl, whatever that is, has been loosing show after show with the cancellation of her Extreme Dating show and she hasn't been asked back for the Fox NFL show. Insiders have noticed her extreme mood swings which may have resulted in her being eliminated from her last and most desperately needed gig.  Donald Trump couldn't have said it better, "You're Fired".  Or, maybe she's not cause girlfriend has some friends upstairs at Fox. Co-host Steve claims Julian is on vacation this week. SUG readers will stay tuned to find out the dealie-o.

China Doll
It appears that Britney Spears has been given the green light to perform five concerts in China, but first she is will have to make some changes to her racy show. Chinese officials are prepared to let strut her stuff in Shanghai and Beijing, but they want to know what she will be wearing in advance. Britney will make history by taking her Hotel Onyx tour to the communist republic nonetheless, because only a handful of Western stars have ever played there. "When we penciled in the China dates we were all told that special rules may be put in place before she takes her show there," said a tour insider. "She may have to cover up a little and some of the content of the show will certainly have to be revised. It's very racy at the moment." SUG figures that the language barrier should be a sufficient cover for some of the suggestive lyrics in some of her songs.

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Out the  House
Rapper and actor Snoop Dogg has filed for divorce from his wife of seven years, Shante Broadus.  They have been married since 1997 and have three children.  The court papers cited irreconcilable differences for the breakup, however, insiders have stated that Shante was finally fed up with Snoop's multiple cases of infidelity and with his increasingly busy schedule, the Dogg was always out the house.  Fear not for Shante because it appears there was no prenuptial agreement when they tied the knot.  With wild Snoop Dogg off the leash, all bitches beware!
 
Idol Glitch
Insiders have rumors flying around about the voting system devised by American Idol producers.  If you've tried to dial for your favorite contestant in the past and received a busy signal, then you were a witness to the inevitable lopsided votes for the wrong contestants.  Fear is running rampant with Fox and Idol producers to create a better voting system for the next season of American Idol.  Don't be surprised if the real winner loses again for the finale and Fox's number one show's loss of credibility causes them to suffer in the ratings the next time around.

A Burning Sensation
If you were to ask Usher if he's looking for love these days, he'd probably say, "it depends on who's asking".  Friends of the crooner have noticed that since the breakup with TLC singer Chilli, Usher's been keeping a low profile on the dating scene.  Having been rumored to have a crush on MTV VJ Vanessa after publicity flirting with the beauty queen on air, it seems that's the only type of woman he's even entertaining as "girlfriend" material. According to sources, because of what happened to Kobe Bryant, Usher's been paranoid that the same thing could happen to him.  Some regular girl could be out to get his money or worse and given that Usher has seen his share of heartbreak and deception by the hands of unknown women, he's not going to take that chance anymore.  Sorry girls across the world, if you want Usher in your home, you're gonna just have to stick to buying his CDs.


Family Does Matter
Tragedy seems to be a common factor in the lives of once "Child Stars". From Todd Bridges to Corey Haim, drug abuse and mismanagement of wealth send far too many to the poor house, drug rehab, tabloid exploitation or even death.  It's a wonder Britney Spears is able to cope with the continuous scrutiny of growing up in the public eye.  Perhaps she's lucky to not have been a one hit wonder and be blessed with a family that's not out to hit the lottery with her success.  Such is not the case for once child actor, Jaimee Foxworth, who made her debut on the hugely popular show, Family Matters.  In 1989 at the age of 10, Jaimee won the role of the youngest daughter Judy and went on to do 4 seasons of the show before being written out of the storyline and into anonymity.  Now in her early 20's, she's been through the ropes, having battled alcoholism, depression and destitution prompted in part by a judges' ruling that her trust fund of over $500,000 be used to save her family from bankruptcy.  What did she do to combat all the bad luck?  Well, she became a porn star taking on the name Crave and leaving behind the family that she felt took her dream livelihood.  Having performed in over a dozen movies, she's retired from the porn business and wants to concentrate on getting her acting chops back together.  Sadly for Jaime, the road for most porn stars usually ends at X, but we shall soon see.

Keys Opens the Door
Audiences and critics alike are commenting on how Alicia Keys' exceptional vocals and showmanship puts her on top of the "Ladies First" mega concert that also features Missy Elliott and Beyonce. A reviewer from the LA Times was quoted saying that Beyonce was missing "character, passion and surprise in her vocals and choreography". Many were also noticing how busy Keys' is these days, making special appearances on local and national network shows including Oprah Winfrey and "The View". Some say these appearances are contributing to her increasing popularity. "Alicia has definitely become a better live performer in the vocal department." states one of our SUG readers. We only hope that all of this newfound respect for Keys doesn't create a riff between camps. At least not before the rest of the country has seen this fantastic show and can make their own assessment.

It's Gettin' Hot In Herre!
For a large part of Murder Inc. recording artist Ashanti's career, rumors
have circulated that she had an ongoing affair with her married mentor,
rapper Ja Rule.  These rumors can now rest because Ashanti has apparently
been seen cuddling up with St. Louis rapper Nelly of the St. Lunatics.
Close insiders are saying the twosome thoroughly enjoy one another's company
and have been caught holding hands as they exited the Trump International
Hotel in the wee hours of Saturday morning.  A couple weeks ago they
snuggled up in his hometown over dinner.  Nelly, who was once rumored to
have a thing for Beyonce Knowles, after flirting with the diva on an MTV
special, was quickly linked to Destiny's Child member Kelly Rowland, after
their song collaboration a couple years back.  Whatever the case, he can now
rest assure that he has finally won over an R&B chanteuse.  The only hope is
they both get in the studio and make magic before that spark of celebrity
and romance fades.

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Get a Pillow For Paula
Many of our SUG readers have expressed their concern with Paula Abdul's health of late. In recent television appearances she has been slurring her words and a trip to the ladies room during a commercial brake on American Idol caused her to arrive at her seat late. There is speculation that Paula may be on some type of medication or suffering from some sort of illness. Some think that her extremely busy schedule is taking a toll on her health. SUG suggests that what ever the case may be, Paula should takes it slow and get some rest girlfriend, because many folks are in love with you and would be heartbroken if they couldn't enjoy your warmth and inner sunshine in our living room every week on American Idol.

Flockhart Puts Ford in The Doghouse
Rumor has it that the on-again off-again relationship of Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford's could be finally and officially over because of a dog. Apparently Ford isn't being sympathetic enough over the death of his girlfriend's favorite feline. "Harrison doesn't think losing a dog is a big deal," one source explained. "It is causing all sorts of problems because Webster the dog was essentially Calista's best friend. She can see why Harrison is upset with the death of his mother but she doesn't think that should detract from her own grief. She believes he doesn't really care. SUG says, Calista please get an acting job because it seems that you are losing more than just a dog, you're loosing all of your marbles.

Dumped From Trump?
Well SUG lovers, it appears that Donald Trump has been determined to change his "Donald Chump" label with the latest installment of his hit show "The Apprentice". Without hesitation and a little explanation, Amy and Nick were the latest to hear those two dreaded words, "You're Fired". Could be that the Trump camp has paid a visit to these very pages (see below). Nevertheless it still appears that things might be rigged for a particular outcome, especially considering the obvious blunders made by Omarosa who is now working for Kwame as he tries to organize a Jessica Simpson concert at the Trump Taj Mahal. What also may raise suspicion is the recent addition of a live two-hour finale that decides who will be Trump's new apprentice. Trump has been quoted saying that he loves to win, but the question is just how far is he willing to go to win the ratings game. Could all of this be a publicity ploy? SUG readers wants to know the dealeo!

Baby Bob
When high profile actors Billy Bob Thornton and Angelina Jolie married, it seemed to be a love that wouldn't die even after death.  After all, they carried each other's blood around their necks.  But, then Angelina adopted a baby and soon afterwards Billy, who'd already had three kids in a much earlier marriage, dropped out of sight and speculation hinted that the relationship ended because Billy did not want children.  Now a year later, it's apparent that Billy has changed his mind about the baby business. Billy is now expecting a baby in October with his current girlfriend. People are saying there may be a harsher reality to the bitterness between Angelina and Billy.  Sources are saying Billy's problem wasn't having a child, but having one with Jolie. Now that's cold.

Nep New Tunes
Interscope Records artist Eminem now has new label mates in the form of the super-producing team of The Neptunes, who have defected from Arista Records in a deal worth around $5 million. The Producing duo were extremely disappointed with the promotional effort for their new CD with Arista and the Label didn't seen to have a problem with letting The Neptunes go.  The duo will continue to sign and produce for artists on their own label Star Trak, as well as acts on Interscope and those affiliated with the label.

Is It Visa Versacorp or Chump the Trump?
People are wondering if the Producers of NBC TV's "The Apprentice" is playing with the game in order to keep the show spicy!  On the last episode the two remaining teams, Versacorp's Amy and Nick and Protégé's Kwame, Bill and Troy were given the assignment to rent out one of Trump Towers plush apartment spaces. It looked as though the Protégé team had the winning hand when suddenly at the last minute a renter resurfaced to offer the Versacorp team 5,800.00 more than what they were asking to rent the space originally.  Could it be that producers felt that Amy and Nick's budding romance would make a juicier ratings grabber?  If this is true then it looks like Amy is playing all the men on the show, including Donald Trump.  Another hint that the producers are scrambling to improve ratings is next week's return of Omarosa, one of the show's most entertaining contestants and if she doesn't spice up "The Apprentice" than nothing will. As for poor old Donald, who seems to have been bitten by the acting bug with his recent appearances in commercials and hosting Saturday Night Live, but his business advisers should remind him that the last billionaire businessman, Howard Hughes who went berserko in Hollywood ended up on a funny farm… and judging from Trump's hairdo of late, the straight jacket might be right around the corner.

To Be Or Not To Be... Gay?
Rumors are in abundance that Star Jones’ fiancé Ted Reynolds who recently proposed to her at the NBA All Star Game is actually gay.  When confronted with the allegations, Star released an ambiguous statement saying “Both of us know everything there is to know about each other”. On the other hand Ben Affleck found out that it might have been better for him to combat homosexual rumors than being dubbed “Be
nnifer”.  In recent interviews and appearances to promote his new film “Jersey Girl”, on Access Hollywood and hosting "Saturday Night Live", Affleck made multiple homosexual inferences.  Is this Bens’ attempt to restore his box office creditability and just who could he be trying to impress? The real question is how far is Ben willing to go for stardom or has he already made that trip before?  It could all end up as just another insult to the Gay community. SUG fans are eager to know!

A PYT For MJJ?
SUG figured they'd have to eventually release a story exposing Michael Jackson's heterosexual escapades at one time or another aside from his fishy marriage to Debbie Rowe and his odd relationship with Lisa Marie Presley. So, now it appears the new woman in Michael's life has come forward to defend her man!  Aspiring French model Joanna Thomae, 21, went on Entertainment Tonight to address tabloid reports claiming she's involved with the embattled singer. "We have a special relationship," the bombshell blonde spilled.  "He really cares for me and I really care for him. That's all I can say. We spend a lot of time together."  Word has it that MJJ would fly Thomae to Neverland, when it was a "home", and they would indulge in video games, old movies and bed sharing.  While the French beauty denies "sleeping" with Michael, there was no denial of spit-swapping. "We were close...We kissed each other, but the rest is private."  People are saying that's just as disturbing as the Martha Stewart trial verdict...alas but she is guilty...and Michael?

Britney Goes Low
Not many were impressed at Britney Spears recent concert in Arizona as Britney left little to the imagination, strutting around the stage in bra and panties for her self-fulfillment song 'Touch of My Hand'. The raunchy show clearly stunned the several parents who were seen leaving. Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse, it did! Britney sat down at a flower-covered piano for the song "Everytime," and went on a tirade about her recent quickie marriage and divorce by stating "the past six months have been like a roller coaster. There's been a lot of ups and there's been a lot of downs." However, "at the end of the day, it's mainly who I am right now that matters". And we thought Mariah Carrie had a breakdown...ooh! But no explanation could justify her oblivious lip sinking throughout her entire performance. Oops, she didn't do it again, singing that is!

Hurling Insults
Elizabeth Hurley must have a sign on her back that says "Fool", because once again she's the butt end of the joke.   Ms. Hurley first came into the public eye when then boyfriend Hugh Grant was arrested for having sex with a prostitute; then she resurfaced on the tabloid scene when her millionaire beau denied the paternity of their son and now she's back, this time receiving ridicule from her peers about her "artistic merit."  Oscar nominee Samantha Morton and the director of her upcoming film, "The Method," have voiced their disdain for Elizabeth going so far as to label her acting
"horrible."  Director Duncan Roy also went on to comment on Hurley's looks as "not a pretty sight" without makeup.  The one question remains, doesn't everyone in Hollywood look bad without make-up? 


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Destiny's Child
While everyone just knew songbird Beyonce Knowles would be the first in her family to marry, namely hip hop retiree Jay Z, it seems that she will defy assumption once more. Her 17 year old sister, Solange is Solo No Mo, marrying a college football player from her hometown, Houston. Solange and Daniel Smith were married in the Bahamas last weekend surrounded by extended family, parents Matthew and Tina Knowles, Kelly Rowland and of course big sis Beyonce. When asked about her young love escapade, Solange said, "I am excited about this new phase in my life... I am very happy and feel truly blessed to have the unconditional love and support of my parents and my entire family." Solange, who is also a singer/songwriter/actress, will be seen in "The Johnson Family Vacation" this Spring alongside Cedric The Entertainer, Bow Wow and Vanessa Williams. Insiders speculate that the marriage could be a result of an unplanned pregnancy... inquiring minds will know in around nine months.

A Snip of Snipes
A Manhattan Family Court judge has issued an arrest warrant for action star Wesley Snipes after he twice failed to submit to a paternity test requested by an Indiana woman who thinks he's the father of her 3-year-old son. The "Blade" star has been wanted since July 25, when the judge issued the warrant and set bail at $250,000. The woman, Lanise Pettis, is a former cocaine addict and prostitute who claims the child was conceived when she had sex with Snipes in a Chicago crack house in 2000. The 32-year-old welfare mom says she's known Snipes "all my life," but the Bronx-reared actor has denied he's the father. "I don't think he might be the father because he's refused the test," Pettis said in an exclusive interview with The New York Post Newspaper. "It's because he and I had sexual activity." She said that she can't understand why Snipes hasn't complied with the order. "I would have thought that anyone who has denied it to the hilt would have done anything to clear his name." Sources said that police would not actively pursue Snipes since the order is a bench warrant in a civil case. Snipes' lawyer, David Matlof, did not return calls but can you blame him?

Lost in Losing
Perhaps the entire world's heart went out to loser Bill Murray, during Sunday nights terribly boring Oscar presentation. The most embarrassing moment was when Murray's so-called friend and fellow SNL alumnus Billy Crystal, put the spotlight on his frustration.  When Murray was apparently trying to make a break for the exit, good old Billy-Boy Crystal begged "Don't go, Bill! We love you." Murray who looked positively crushed when Sean Penn took the Best Actor prize for Mystic River was forced to remain in his seat to save further embarrassment. With show-biz friends like that, who needs enemies.

More Bad Idol?
American Idol producers went at length to make sure that scandal would not reach this year's competition as it'd done last year with booted contestants Frenchie Davis, Jaered Andrews and Corey Clark, but alas though background checks are efficient, anything can happen in a day!  Thus, a hopeful AI winner set to compete next week has been let go after being arrested on Monday on suspicion of drunk driving.  Donnie Williams has now been replaced by the 22 year old Oklahoman George Huff, remembered as the tall guy who wore a scully hat to try and shed the "too old to be a pop idol" image Simon Cowell and the other judges gave him early in the competition.  Though he indeed may have a good voice, the brotha probably will not win the competition, but may get as far as Ricky Smiley, you know the guy who annoyed America with his Eddie Murphy impersonations.  We will soon see.  So, far the show has been on a rocky road talent wise, so the producers are looking to spruce it up with some celebrity judges starting with Barry Manilow.  Inquiring minds can't wait to see how Barry will tell those that do, they suck! 

 

Bad Idol
The folks at American Idol are scurrying around to improve the Contestants’ performances for this Tuesday night show adding on additional rehearsals and considering a new band.  There was a considerable drop in viewers for last week’s Wednesday night results show.  Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson were extremely disappointed but so was the American audience.  Insiders tell SUG that some of the folks at FOX are fearing an early retirement of their mega hit show if
lackluster performances continue and more Idol's fall short. Meanwhile Simon Cowell is seriously considering a revamp of Idol's audition process next seasons, if there is one. Particularly in comparison to the high level of talent found in some of American Idol's competitors or should we say copycats shows. Both CBS's Star Search and Oprah Winfrey's brand new talent search segment on her show have discovered far better singers. SUG will be watching or should we say listening to find out what's next.

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Scarface
Hollywood actor Kiefer Sutherland was rushed to a hospital to receive six stitches after his face was slashed during a bar fight. The 24 star has been left disfigured following the brawl during the week in Los Angeles, forcing the show's angry producers to delay filming while his face heals. After the incident he visited the set to apologize to fellow cast and crew for the disruption in their schedule. Two years ago it was claimed that Sutherland would go straight to the same Los Angeles bar after filming on the hit TV show and drink the night away until closing time.

No Naomi
British beauty Naomi Cambell has been ditched by her boyfriend of eight months for another supermodel. The stunning Londoner, 33, was dating Italian Matteo Marzotto before he dumped her for model Vanessa Incontrada. Both fashion queens are appearing on Italian television for adverts for cell phones. Some say Cambell is so hurt by the breakup that she stays home and cries soup bowls of tears all night long!

Star Sees Stars
The View host Star Jones got engaged on Sunday at the All Star Game in Los Angeles. Star sported a four karat engagement ring on her morning show, blinding the entire staff. No wonder Jones has been dropping pounds like flies, she doesn't want to stampede her new husband in bed on her wedding night.

All Star Rip Off
Stars were un-studded at many NBA All Star parties held over this past weekend. Hotel robberies and stick-ups at gun point fleeced the likes of LaBron James, Gary Payton and other pro ballers and entertainers. The NBA League was quick to squash the reports of such incidents for fear of hurting the leagues reputation. But many of the parties got out of hand, sporting tons of hoochies and hoods who disrupted the partying flow and put cleleb bodyguards on high alert. One incident involving Bad Boy Records rapper Loon, released early Saturday morning on $1 million bail after he was charged with attempted murder during a night club melee that left a security guard dead in a stabbing, further tainted the All Star festivities, causing many celebs wanting to opt out on next years all star fun. With all that bling-bling floating around, can you blame jewel thieves and burglars for not passing up on one of the biggest heists of the year.

Jones-in'
Apparently Catherine Zeta-Jones is letting' her career-envy toward Nicole Kidman, get the best of her. According to the New York Posts' page six, her secret preoccupation that dates back to "Moulin Rouge." when Baz Luhrmann tested Catherine, Nicole, and Renée Zellweger for the lead. Catherine really wanted it, but Nicole got it and then went on to win the Golden Globe that year. Now the Welsh beauty may have new competition. Zeta-Jones turned down roles in two films currently in production: "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" first offered to Kidman and "Alexander." While Catherine's kidding around with Nicole it seems she should pay more attention to Angelina Jolie. She's the one who landed both movie roles.

Outkasted
It seems like CBS is apologizing again and again. This time its to Native Americans who were upset by Outkast's American Indian-themed get-up at the Grammy Awards. Last week, the Native American Cultural Center called for a boycott of the network, saying Outkast's performance featured "the most disgusting set of racial stereotypes" it had ever seen. Responds a CBS rep said "We are very sorry if anyone was offended. Perhaps next week a representative of CBS will make an official statement that the network apologizes for being so sorry about being sorry.

Justin Punks Out!
Rumors were flying around the web that suggested Ashton Kutcher of MTV's "Punk'd" fame, somehow could have been involved in the Janet Jackson Super Boob incident, but those rumors are unfounded. In fact it appears that Justin Timberlake is the one being labeled the Punk for not standing up on Janet's behalf. Many folks are speaking out including Star Jones of ABC's "The View, citing that Justin is displaying the same cowardly traits he did when he appeared on "Punk'd" where Ashton's practical joke almost had Timberlake in tears. Thus far he has not taken any responsibility for the Super Bowl disaster, acting as if he was as surprised as everyone else. Insiders have suggested that both Janet and Justin were in on the last minute change and it was a costumer who actually made an faulty change to the wardrobe. Janet made a public apology, and had taken full responsibility for the incident exonerating both MTV and CBS's, but even four after the incident Justin sheepishly still acts as if he was uninvolved. A Grammy spokesperson told reporters that Janet's presence is no longer required because of a tribute for Luther Vandross has been canceled, but it's a no-brainer that if this incident did not occur she would be definitely invited to attend. Meanwhile there will be no reprimand for Timberlake who apparently will be present at the Grammy's. Is it fair that Janet take all the heat for the mistake that both she and Justin planned? SUG thinks not!

Jay Z & Beyonce for Ever, Ever!
Jay Z has announced that he and Beyonce have plans to marry very soon.  At a New York record party rapper and Nets owner Jay Z declared his deep love for the beautiful super star Beyonce and told those in attendance that he wants to spend the rest of his life with her. SUG is happy to hear about the couples plans to marry.  Both Beyonce and Jay Z have been smart about their courtship and have kept to themselves. They won’t have to go through what Ben and Jen went through with the press, following their every move and never allowing them to develop the relationship.

Weaved Out Paris
Sources claim that Hilton Heir Paris Hilton has weaved out for her role on the television show Vegas. Paris has been sporting short hair for awhile now but suddenly on the Vegas show, she is seen with hair down to her booty!  It’s a good thing too because Paris does not have a caboose at all.  Cover that flat butt and go girl!

Super Boob!
The entire world got a peep of super star Janet Jackson’s right breast as she and Justin Timberlake took a bow after their half time performance at the Super Bowl.  As Justin moved his arm back into position, he ripped off a piece of Janet’s top and pushed her breast out for air. As the cameraman zoomed in for a closer look, the stage lights went out and the only thing in view was the reflection of Jackson’s nipple ring.  After the show, CBS was flooded with calls. Justin responded with an apology stating that the wardrobe mal functioned and that the incident was not intentional.  The half time show was produced by MTV and CBS stated they would no longer allow MTV to produce any half time shows in the future. The big question is whether or not the stunt was planned. LTG’s sure that it will all come out in the wash or the bra!  Insiders say that Janet was crushed and some blame Timberlake for his clumsy chorography.  Needless to say people around the globe are scrambling for a copy of the halftime festivities. One thing is for sure, Janet certainly let it all hang out for the love of the game.

Shaq Attack!
Angry Lakers Shaq O Neal used a few curse words in Sundays after game interview. The network was slow to bleep out his statement. When the interviewer reminded Shaq that he was on the air he responded by saying “I don’t give a  s_ _ _!”  Then he told the newsman he didn’t care if they heard it or not.  We all know that his blowup will cost him a hefty fine.  But it appears that money doesn’t matter when Shaq wants to get back! 

Does Michaels Sperm Swim?
It seems as if some folk  doubt if Michael Jackson’s children come from his sperm!  Rumor has it that the mother of his children has not been able to get a return phone call form the Pop King lately and it’s really pissing her off.  So much so that she is threatening to push for joint custody.  Sources claim she has also admitted she was implanted with sperm from a donor bank. Well from the look of those kids, either they have the same skin discolor illness that Michael has or their mother has been playing around!  Of course time will always tell.

Kobe Shoots Another One.
One wonders exactly how many blondes who work in hotels are going to pop up with a tale of lust they had with Kobe Bryant. It seems like this most recent hotel clerk has been having an affair with Lobe for over a year and had just cut it off. The young blonde claimed she felt guilty because Kobe was married and she had a boyfriend. The trail of hotel workers left by the super athlete exceeds the trail to Mt. Rushmore! We think Kobe needs to try staying home more and LTG sure hopes it works out for Kobe.

Paula’s Rage
Word has it that Paula Abdul hasn’t been happy with any female applicants on American Idol.  Every girl who auditions, according to Paula, needs to work on her pitch. She is never sure of any of the girls but every young man who serenades her, regardless of their pitch, gets Paula’s vote and goes to Hollywood.  Poor Paula doesn’t seem to be growing older gracefully.  Perhaps she’s depressed over her blonde blue eyed beau from Arizona who recently called it quits with the former dancer. Whatever her problem, LTG hopes she can find it in her heart not to be so jealous of young beauties. Listen Paula, age has its high points!

Hip Hop Mogul Goes For Broke
Major hip hop business mogul Master P has filed for bankruptcy. That shocked many in the entertainment world since last year Forbes magazine listed Master P’s worth over 350 million dollars.  Now that’s a lot of money to go through in a year, even for a high roller like P.  LTG hopes Master P gets his finances together again because we like his independent spirit. He was one of the first rappers to distribute his own records and make films with his own money. We believe Master P will rise up again because innovators always do!

Will You Be There?  Doubt It!
After all the praise ex-wife Debbie Rowe gave Michael Jackson when questioned about the baby dangling incident, you'd think she'd be the last to abandon ship.  After all, it is reported and quite evident Ms. Rowe was passed along a pretty handsome sum to relinquish all custody of 6 year old Prince Michael and 5 year old Paris, even before the split was announced.  But, now, Rowe, who is a devout Jew may fight to get back custody of her two children as well as the mystery dangling son, Blanket, because of the heavy Nation of Islam presence in Michael's life while on trial for molestation charges.  If she were to go to court, though, all the nasty details of the payoff will become public, strongly damaging her chances of winning custody.  On the other hand, reports are surfacing that the two light-skinned children may not be MJ's and that the artificial insemination sample that made Rowe pregnant was a 'witch's brew' with a number of paternal options other than Jackson.  Regardless of this factor, even if paternity tests ruled out Jackson as dad, he still remains their father having raised them from birth.  People are saying MJ will over the course of this trial find, you may pay off people, but money runs out and leaves room for the truth to resurface.

Ray 2 BK
Remember that annoying little brother that hung off his big sis pigtails and made failed attempt after failed attempt to become his own hip hop star?  Well, he's back.  After tagging along on Brandy's show Moesha, then releasing a CD where he displayed his "gangsta" with Lil Kim, Ray J is back without family assistance.  This time, he will be given another chance at celebrity by J-Boog, Raz-B and Lil Fizz of B2K.  Deciding not to take the destructible path their rival girl group 3LW did when they lost a member, they've instead invited Ray J to replace former lead singer Omarion.
  It looks like Omarion can't have his cake and eat it too.  Stating that he had a change of heart recently with Marques Houston while in New York promoting B2K's upcoming film, "You Got Served", "In the future, I hope we do get back together. I would definitely want to do that [once any solo projects are over]. I think the people would enjoy it," Omarion told MTV News.  Looks like Ray J, as funny as it seems, may've taken your chance to reunite away.  Hopefully, he won't destroy any fame the group could keep as well... people are saying he does have that touch.  When he joined the cast of Moesha, the show was cancelled, when he linked up with Lil Kim to record his album, she got a nose job and became a hip hop laughing stock...We shall soon see.
 

The Writing On The Wall
The world can finally breathe a sigh of relief. It appears that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have officially split up. A representative for Lopez told both Entertainment Tonight and E! News, "I am confirming the reports that Jennifer Lopez has ended her engagement to Ben Affleck." The split comes on the heels of reports that Lopez had been spending time with former boyfriend Sean Combs and as Affleck was gearing up promotion for his new film Jersey Girl, in which Lopez has a small part. Inside sources are speculating that after the disappointing numbers for Affleck's recent movie "Paycheck" and the fear of a continuing career down slide, the new year was the best time to jump ship from what appeared to have been a disastrous relationship for him. The Folks in Ben's camp can only hope that his decision to bail this late isn't too late.

Robbing Roberts
Actress Julia Roberts is being sued by four female musicians that are accusing her of paying them less for appearing in her movie "Mona Lisa Smile" than the male musicians. The woman have filed a lawsuit in Manhattan Supreme Court claiming they were paid half of what they were promised. But Ms. Roberts and her production company have hit back with a countersuit stating that the foursome, tried to "harass, embarrass and annoy her in order to extract a sizeable settlement". Is Roberts robbing the robbers or are the robbers rocking with Roberts robbers, I get so confused.

No Forest From The Trees
It appears that Forest Whitaker doesn't own his forest!  He's being sued for one million dollars by an construction firm Whitaker and his wife hired to do a million dollars or more worth of re-decorating on their Hollywood Hills Mansion. But Whitaker only coughed up $850,000.00 toward his bill.  He must have forgotten he owed the firm much more.  Could it be too many romps in the forest could have made him loose his mind up in dere??? Well, now he may loose his little love den if he doesn't pay to the piper!

Ready to Trade In Old Ford
Indiana Jones star Harrison Ford's adventure with Ally McBeal's Calista Flockhart is close to being over. Ford who was presumed to be pressing ahead with wedding plans after the finalization of his divorce last week showed at a Mexico Bar partying like a bachelor. Insiders say that in the past, Calista has been very patient with Harrison, who has been promising matrimony a good part of their two year relationship. However recently he's been dragging his cold feet. That didn't sit well with Ms. Flockhart who of course issued ultimatums. On a recent trip to San Felipe, Baja California, Ford was spotted downing at least five tequilas with beer chasers and dancing and flirting with women in a local bar. It was there that he admitted his relationship with Flockhart was, "On the Rocks". Locals were stunned to find themselves in the company of the normally reclusive star, after he flew himself in on his own private jet and stayed in a local hotel. SUG wonders why stars who are no longer "the flavor of the month" always seem to have trouble in their relationships.

B2 K.O.
After what has been described as a breakup due to inner friction and "growing up  woes", Omarion of teen sensation, B2K has finally admitted the split is definitely final.  Though the other members, J-Boog, Raz-B and Lil Fizz say everything happened because of a dispute over, what other than money, the root of all band breakups.  They say they were financially, "raped", and never received payment for their stints on the successful Scream tour series.  Omarion claims not a penny had been stolen from the group and is sticking with their manager Chris Stokes.  Even with all this drama, the group has a movie set to open later this month, "You've Got Served".  People are wondering what the seating arrangements will be? 

Puff Goes P. Diddy
With running NYC marathons being the only thing bringing media attention to Puff Daddy aka P. Diddy aka the man behind Bad Boy, what do you think he's done to turn the spotlight back on?  Why, just like he did when his relationship failed with Jennifer Lopez, changed his name.  He's shedding P. Diddy and going with his birth name Sean Combs.  P. Puff, ah excuse me, Sean made the declaration on New Year's Eve to a crowd at Nikki Beach in St. Barts.  Stars in attendance were, Naomi Campbell, Lauren Hutton and Kim Cattrall of Sex and the City.  Who wasn't there?  Da Band.  The only play they get is when their show "Making Da Band" reruns on MTV.  People are saying perhaps Sean Combs can succeed in making them a hit because P. Diddy definitely failed.

It's All In The Contract
When rapper Jay Z retired, the entertainment world saw just how unpredictable the business and its head honchos can be.  Then came word that the relationship between Jay Z and longtime friend and partner Damon Dash were on the outs, with rumor citing Damon as, "riding off of his (Jay Z's) fame."  But due to contracts, the two were to stay in business together, with Rocka Fella Records being the string that tied them.  So, it wasn't surprising to see Dash in the "Change Clothes" video featuring a plethora of other entertainment elite... Russell and Kimora Simmons, Pharrell Williams, Naomi Campbell, to name a few.  But, getting back to contracts, apparently another head honcha in the biz has, has made a commitment that may be hard to break off.  Who could it be? we'll keep you posted!

Oops She Did It Again, But Can She Un-Do It Again!
In the news, yet again, is Britney Spears!  And it has nothing to do with what she is or isn't wearing, but who she is or isn't married to.  According to sources, after a wild trysts in Nevada, Saturday, Britney capped off all the fun, with a spontaneous marriage to her hometown friend, Jason Allen Alexander at Little White Wedding Chapel on the strip.  Now whether this was all a joke gone too far or the two are in fact, helplessly in love, Britney should take a hint from other artists' woes when it comes to irrevocable and possibly financially taxing contracts. Hopefully, her husband won't mind a speedy annulment when reality sets in or else she'll be "In the Zone" of paying alimony to the tune of more than a few million bucks.  Decked out in jeans and a baseball cap, no one from the Spears family was in attendance to talk some sense into the diva.  Wait a minute!  Up in flames, it's a bird, it's a plane.. No, it's a smoking, drinking non virgin pop star gone wild! 
SUG knows who wasn't a designated driver this New Year's Eve!  After partying like a wild woman at the Palms hotel in Las Vegas and after getting married too, Britney Spears, according to onlookers, was tapping the champagne bottles to the point of no return.  The 22 year old chain smoker, Britney had to be carried to her suite by her bodyguards.  Could've been she was overwhelmed by all the fireworks or she herself was just too darn blasted.  Also in attendance, separately of course, were Kobe Bryant and Paris Hilton.  Truth seekers would've asked the two celebs what really happened, but figured they'd either lie or start randomly quoting Martin Luther King Jr.  Nevertheless, the only way to get to the truth to any Hollywood scandal is by watching the tape.  Lucky for Spears, the cameras weren't rolling!

A Funky Bunch of Drama
The ladies aren't the only ones bringing drama to 2004.  Back in Miami some not so kind words were shared between Mark Wahlberg and Lenny Kravitz. According to close sources, Mark confronted Lenny about his ex-girlfriend Rhea Durham at a club, while out on a date with "Honey" star Jessica Alba. Lenny as many know, was canoodling with Tom Cruise ex Nicole Kidman, but has since moved on to new game and apparently, Wahlberg's ex girl was one of them.  Although at the time of the confrontation, Lenny was flirting with actress Michelle Rodriguez and a table of women, as an eyewitness recounts, "Mark walked over to Lenny and they went outside to talk."  Things got heated and ended with the two stars shouting, "Screw you!" at each other before going back to their hotels.  Though Jessica stuck around with Mark even after his hot-tempered and disrespectful display of possessiveness over his dating ex, Lenny was not so lucky.  Apparently, Michelle Rodriguez ignored him while doing some girl talk of her own.  Whatever the case, Lenny is letting "Love Rule" by trying to get in the pants of every woman in Hollywood.  People are saying he needs to get a clue and stop smoozing on his last hit album, 5 years ago.

Throwing Daggers and Spears
Just when you thought there'd be no cat fighting in the world of pop stars, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera start to clawing!  That's right. Rumor is the reunion of Mickey Mouse Club alums JC Chasez of NSYNC, Keri Russell of Felicity fame and Justin Timberlake is definitely out of the picture.  But, alas, this little spiff has nothing to do with Cameron Diaz's boy toy.  In fact, the coldness started when Christina commented on the 3 way kiss with Madonna in Blender Magazine.  She said that Spears was distant and that "Every time I tried to start a conversation with her - well, let's just say she seemed nervous the whole time... She seems to me like a lost little girl, someone who desperately needs guidance."  How did Britney respond?  She simply told Blender that Aguilera was the one with the problems, "She comes up to me in a club in front of all these people and tries to put her tongue down my throat!"  People are saying, Christina, Britney and Madonna need to keep their love triangle under wraps or else they'll be more suitable for Jerry Springer than MTV.  Then again, what's the difference?

You Can't Xscape The Truth!
Mariah Carey
has been known as a musical Diva, gracing the stage with the likes of Whitney Houston, Tina Turner and Celine Dion to name a few.  Now, after a couple years of failed albums and less than together personal affairs; her breakup and diss by rapper Eminem and her mental breakdown on Carson Daly's "TRL", it seems a new lawsuit may destroy her credibility as a songwriter.  According to Celebrity Justice, Mariah is being sued by former Jermaine Dupri founded girl group, Xscape.  They claim the Diva ripped off a 1998 song they recorded and gave them no compensation or credit.  Sources say the songs so closely mirror each other in chorus and hook, it's a wonder they didn't take action sooner. Carey has been on the end of a plagiarism suit before, her stepfather accused her of failing to give him credit for much of the songs on her first album, "Vision of Love".  We're all aware, Mariah has made a career of sampling known material and making it her own, but whether she's plagiarized or not, Mariah is just not having any luck in her endeavors lately.  Shall we blame it on being a Diva or leaving Tommy Motola, her former husband?  Some say, maybe a little of both.

You Are Alone
You'd think Michael Jackson would try to eliminate the drama in his life rather stir more up, but such isn't quite the case lately.  According to sources, Michael has been vocally upset that longtime confident and supporter Elizabeth Taylor didn't show up to his Neverland ranch support rally.  Taylor who is suffering from the effects of aging, was said to be "exhausted" by her spokesperson.  Not only does she have back problems, but "she just wasn't up for" the weekend.  People are saying Michael is even more upset that his rally didn't attract any a-list names.  Well, at least he's still got the Jackson family on his side, but even that picture is not so rosy.  Lawyers for Michael recently told his family, especially Jermaine Jackson, after comments he'd made on Larry King, to beat it.  Then rumor circulated, Katherine and Joseph Jackson were paid to defend their son on Barbara Walters' 20/20.  People are saying, the only smart one in this whole charade is sister Janet Jackson because she's staying out of it!

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The Miss Reputation of Lauryn Hill
When the end of the Fugees happened, it seemed music writer/producer/singer/rapper phenom Lauryn Hill had the brightest future of the group members.  Wyclef Jean has since moved on and continued producing music for himself and other upcoming artist, but with all the promise, where's Lauryn Hill?  She released a less than coherent Live LP, in which she seemed to be in shambles mentally, physically and emotionally.  Now, years after her multi-million dollar classic first inspired talks of genius, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill", Ms. Hill currently wears titles of a troubled paranoid who let the business get the best of her, by those closest to her.  Lauryn who is also known for being married to Bob Marley's son Rohan, has also been living up to what once was a subtitle in the Fugees' "Killing Me Softly" video, she has now had 4 sons and supposedly has another on the way.  Whether this fills some type of void in her crumbling personal life, we'll never know.  Lauryn's most recent media grabber was her appearance at the Vatican this weekend in which she lambasted the Catholic Church and launched a tirade against abusive priests.  Many are sure her intentions were good, but her mindstate may just not be.

 
Change Clothes, No Make-Up
As beautiful as the sexy and talented Beyonce' is, she shouldn't have to worry about complaints from any man, especially her own, however such is not the case.  According to close sources, Jay Z is so in love with the beauty, he has given up his old player ways and intends on marrying Ms. Knowles, but with one major request.  No Make-Up!!  Being the good girlfriend she is, Beyonce' has now made a point of putting on less make-up in public.  What does Jay Z have to say to that?  In the words of his newest hit, "Change Clothes" featuring Pharell of the Neptunes, "That's so necessary!"  We doubt he'll want her to change clothes, Beyonce wears only the hottest fashion and is set to start her own line of design.  Pretty, natural and upwardly mogul, no wonder she's a keeper!
 
Every Little Step
In his "My Prerogative" years, Bobby Brown might've gotten away with quietly smacking a girlfriend or acting out in public, but now way past his prime and public appreciation, every little step Bobby takes seems to be all wrong.  He's kind of admitted to drug use, he's been in jail for assault and now he could face abuse charges due to a physical blowup with his wife this past weekend.  Whitney Houston called the police on Bobby, but became resentful and at the later court appearance, stood solidly beside him to await his fate.  This abuse rap could interfere with his parole and send him packing back to authority custody.  Bad call on Whitney, sure, but that's not even the worse of it, one of Bobby's other baby's mama's has filed suit against Brown for back child support for their 2 children, 12 and 15 years old.  She says the self-proclaimed King of R&B owes over 40 grand in back support.  What shall his next hit song be?  Some are saying, "Across the face, The truth about a Deadbeat".

 

I Wanna Dance With Some Body... Any Body
Scandalous ho tel heiress Paris Hilton has ignored her family's order to stay indoors for few weeks to cool them down the heat surrounding the sex tape she made with ex-boyfriend Rick Soloman leaked onto the internet.  But you can't keep a bad party girl down, or up for that matter. The socialite donned a long brown wig as a supposed disguise this past weekend at a rock concert at Club Lingerie in Los Angeles on Saturday night. Meanwhile, reports are suggesting Hilton is aware her sex tape may become public as early as this summer, and took legal advice to block it. However, according to Friends, Hilton "never pulled the trigger - no one knows Why". Poor little rich girl, all that money and no one pays attention to you, boo hoo.


Oh Holy Cow
The gossip meter is buzzing about Kelly Clarkson and her obvious weight gaining troubles. In her recent appearance in Fox's American Idol Christmas Special, Kelly showed off quite a bit of a stomach and exposed her none idol like chunky arms while sporting a tight fitting red dress during one of her holiday musical numbers on the show. Also extremely noticeable was the absence of her flawlessly smooth complexion plus she was definitely lacking her usual bubbly personality. Inside sources speculate that Ms. Clarkson is starting to become a little bit worn of all the media circus surrounding her meteoric rise to stardom. SUG says get the money while you can then get some rest girlfriend. Meanwhile I'm sure you notice how Clay Aikin took over the show. Could this be a sign that the American Idol Bosses are trying to sent Kelly out to the pasture. Other weight gain buzz has Janet Jackson putting on a few pounds during her down-time away from the spotlight. Hey dirt lovers, don't be so hard on your superstars, everybody puts on a few pounds during the holiday season.

 

 

Cleaning Out His Closet
It appears Michael Jackson is not the only one being "lynched" as his brother Jermaine Jackson would put it, by the unrelenting media. Apparently, rapper Eminem is losing fans and street cred over comments he made as a teenaged aspiring rapper. According to sources, a taped copy of Em's ode to an old girlfriend, were racially charged and derogatory lyrics disrespecting black women. Eminem says the young woman he was with at the time dogged him and that was his way of getting back at her. "I was young then...," he went on to say. Known to be down with black people, Eminem says he's in no way a racist and he apologizes for what he said in anger. So far after flack from his lyrics, the white hot rapper has admitted that he does not hate blacks nor gays, the only question remains, what about women?

 

 

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This newest gossip tidbit comes from one of our anonymous dirt deliverers.  At this point, we can not verify whether this is true or not, however like everything in entertainment, the dirt shall soon be dug up!  Robert Smith, Brandy Norwood's now ex husband, is now asking to take a paternity test. Apparently he's not sure if he's the baby's daddy.  And they said they were ending on amicable terms, doesn't look like it.

Who Set It Off?
It seemed like the old Hollywood, opposites attract romance.  African American actress Vivica A. Fox, of new Quentin Tarantino blockbuster, "Kill Bill" was rising high off a slew of Black Hollywood hits, i.e. "Two Can Play That Game" with other "BH" notables, Morris Chestnut, Gabrielle Union after a sizeable lull in her career and a not so happily ever after marriage. Then she meets Hip Hop phenom 50 Cent and its love or something like it.  We first got a glimpse of the two together at the MTV awards which sparked buzz noting that Vivica had gone from Six Nine to 50 Cents of pleasure!  Well, after 5 months or so, the honeymoon is over and who better to let the cat out the bag other than the man himself, 50 Cent.  On the morning show with Howard Stern, today, 50 cent publicly admitted to not only sleeping with Vivica, but he even went into great detail as to the positions he put the slender silent beauty in.  After not holding back on the deal in the sack, 50 Cent then said that he could not trust Vivica and that she was just a publicity hound looking to further her career and keep her name in the spotlight by dating the hottest thing in Hip Hop to date.  When asked how the end of the "relationship" played out, 50 remarked in his usual swagger, "I just stopped calling."  Though 50 is now on the outs with Vivica, many are saying she'll soon be tooting the horn with her own interpretation of 50 and his "G Unit".  For now, we'll just have to take his word for it. Already, the P.I.M.P has been rumored to be getting down with a young Pop Idol.  Who could she be?  We shall soon see.  Check in with SUG because we'll be the first to know!

No Joke!
Pamela Anderson
claimed she was only joking when she declared her hepatitis C disease would kill her in about five years, according to her ex-husband Tommy Lee. Last month, the former Baywatch beauty shocked fans when she told reporters the   liver-crippling condition in which she claims she contracted from ex-Motley Crue drummer Lee would likely be the cause her death. She said, "I've got a good five to 10 years left. I feel good. Pretty good. But it is deadly. I've got to make sure I'm around. Every time I have a health check my liver is getting healthier." Anderson even said had adopted a healthier lifestyle in an attempt to survive long enough to see her young sons Dylan, five, and Brandon, seven, turn 21. But Lee, who has rekindled his friendship with Canadian-born Anderson, insists, "She was joking. Somebody asked her how she's doing or how she's feeling and she goes, 'I got a good five or 10 in me.' And it was just a joke. You know how it's typical; they take just the little bits... It's kind of crazy. She was kidding. She was totally kidding. She's fine." Could this change of story be a result of the possibility of losing ad endorsements?

Prince of a Rumor
Prince Charles
has opted to keep silent about the mounting allegations against him. The Prince Of Wales returned to Britain from an official tour Sunday night as press speculation center around his sexuality, a sexual incident that allegedly took place between the Prince and a male servant, and an alleged rape committed by the same servant on assistant royal valet George Smith. he was reported to be considering making a televised denial. However, Royal sources say the heir to the British throne fears commenting on the claims will only worsen the situation, despite the fact he made a statement through his spokesman last week denying the allegations. An insider says, "The Prince feels the matter is now closed." SUG ask the qu