Billy Ray Defends Miley's Pole Dance

"Do you love Miley Cyrus? Why not play some Miley Cyrus dress up games. "

A sixteen-year-old pole dancing would probably anger most
parents. But Billy Ray Cyrus doesn’t seem to have any problem with his daughter Miley Cyrus’s pole dance routine at the Teen Choice Awards earlier this month.

Billy Ray told Access Hollywood, "You know what? I just think that Miley loves entertaining people. She loves singing [and] songwriting."

Sounds like Billy Ray is trying to avoid the subject at hand! No one can deny that Miley loves to entertain, but a 16-year old swinging around on a pole in front of millions of viewers is quite another thing.

Despite the negative reaction from the public, Billy Ray continues to stick by his daughter’s side. He continued, "I always tell her to love what you're doing and stay focused for the love of the art and not worry so much about opinion.”

"I give my kids a lot of freedom to make the art they wanna make, and make it in their own voice.”

Has Billy Ray not learned anything from Jamie Spears and Michael Lohan?! Those are two showbiz dads who allowed their daughters to make their “own decisions” for years. And look at what happened to both Britney and Lindsay!

Billy Ray might want to invest in some parenting books, because Miley may soon be going down the same road we know all too well.

Medical Records, Billing Info Key to Michael Jackson Case

Myriad questions and numerous individuals are at the center of the Michael Jackson investigation, but there may be one central key to uncovering the truth.

Drs. Conrad Murray, Arnold Klein, Allan Metzger and others have come under suspicion as officials try to determine who supplied and administered the anesthesia Propofol and other drugs to the late star. But details so far have been sketchy.

When dealing with celebrities, some doctors use pseudonyms for patients and sometimes their medical records and charts mysteriously get "lost."

But TMZ reports that most doctors leave one indelible footprint when it comes to treating their patients, and it all starts with billing information.

Many doctors use medical software systems from MD Systems, NexTech and others. These companies provide software in which doctors input billing data.

Doctors typically input the patient's name, billing amount, the type of treatment, type of drugs prescribed and administered, and the date of service.

The clincher? That data cannot be deleted from the server.

The system allows doctors to add other data like medical charts, which can be deleted. But if someone deletes data, the software shows the name of the user who did it in addition to the date it took place. Basic billing information will not go away.

The police found Propofol - a powerful anesthesia that should never be outside a hospital - in Jackson's house. If cops find who supplied and administered it, the doctor(s) could face very serious questions and possibly even criminal charges.

Hilary Duff to Guest Star on Gossip Girl

Is the Upper East Side ready for more star power? We'll find out as Hilary Duff is coming to Gossip Girl for a guest role this fall, according to Entertainment Weekly.

The actress-designer-pop singer will play Olivia Burke, a movie star (typecasting lives) who enrolls at NYU in search of the traditional college experience.

Her character will room with the unpopular Vanessa (Jessica Szohr) at the college. Duff will debut in this season's fourth episode, slated to air October 5.

Gossip Girl producers spotted an opening in Duff's schedule after NBC passed on her comedy pilot Barely Legal. She was to play a lawyer in it, of course.

Michael Jackson Will Surfaces; Estate in Court

Michael Jackson's lawyer has a copy of the late singer's will and he intends to file it with the court, according to a report this afternoon on TMZ.

The Jackson family doesn't have a copy of the will, which is currently in possession of attorney John Branca. It's unclear how many wills Michael Jackson made out and when, but Branca believes he's looking at the most current.

Branca says he has a signed will by Michael Jackson that he intends to file within 30 days. It is unclear at this time what Jackson's will might say.

John Branca has a long history with Jackson, having brokered the singer's famous deal for Jackson to purchase The Beatles' publishing catalogue in 1985.

Branca and Jackson stopped working together in 2006, but interestingly, he was re-hired just weeks ago. Michael died Thursday of cardiac arrest.

So far, the confirmed autopsy results are unclear as to the cause. The leaked autopsy results from earlier today are apparently completely fabricated.

Meanwhile, initial papers have been filed with the court to probate Michael Jackson's estate, and it seems Jackson's mom and dad don't know Michael had a will.

The petition was filed by Michael's parents, Joe and Katherine Jackson, who also filed a petition to obtain guardianship of Michael's children in court today.

But the odd thing regarding the will is that the Jacksons filed the papers saying the music icon died "intestate" - or in layman's terms, without a will.

The petition asks that Katherine Jackson be named as administrator of the will, meaning she wants to call the shots (and receive a commission, most likely).

The papers say Debbie Rowe, the mother of Michael's two older children, Michael Jr. (Prince I) and Paris, will be served with notice of a hearing.

More details as the story develops.

Even Kim Kardashian Wants to See Megan Fox Nude

Megan Fox was just deemed the sexiest woman in the world by FHM magazine for the second year in a row - and Kim Kardashian certainly gets why.

"Megan Fox is so hot," K-squared konfessed to Entertainment Tonight.

"She is, like, my girl krush - and I don't have girl krushes!"

Kim Kardashian says she went to the L.A. premiere of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen this week to hopefully catch a glimpse of the Foxy actress.

"That's really the only reason I'm here," she said at the movie event, adding that her boyfriend Reggie Bush "also has a thing" for Fox.

Megan Fox, who is no stranger to girl-on-girl fantasies and famously said she wants to strangle a mountain ox with her bare hands when she thinks about Olivia Wilde, has yet to comment on whether Kim Kardashian kommands similar feelings.

But she told June's Esquire that being sexy comes naturally to her.

"I'm just really confident sexually, and I think that sort of oozes out of my pores," she said. "It's just there. It's something I don't have to turn on."

"If you know how to take control of [being a sex symbol], then it can be powerful. But I have no idea how to handle it yet, how to deal with it."

So basically, to sum up:

Everyone wants to see Megan Fox nude, and she is well aware of this, but she hasn't yet figured out how to harness such responsibility and power.

Chris Brown Accepts Plea Deal, Avoids Jail Time

Chris Brown has copped a plea bargain in his assault and criminal threats case and will not serve time in jail, as per an agreement reached just moments ago.

Rihanna was in court today but the plea was announced before the preliminary hearing even took place, so she did not testify. The details on Brown's deal:

* Chris Brown will spend 180 days in a labor diversion program in Virginia, where he lives. This is a step tougher community service - Brown must do regimented, hard labor (like highway cleanup) during that time, but may live at home.
* He will work eight hours a day during that span (1,440 hours total).
* He received five years probation for felony assault. He must return to court every three months for a status report during those five years. If Brown in any way violates probation, he could get up to four years in prison.
* He must enroll in a domestic violence counseling program.
* He must stay completely clear from Rihanna at all times. If they are at the same public events, he still must keep 10 yards' distance.
* As Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to the felony assault charge, he is a convicted felon who loses the right to vote or carry a gun.

The judge presiding over the case said she wanted to make sure Chris Brown "was treated as any other person who comes through this court."

Lamenting Adam Lambert's Loss: Sexual Orientation to Blame?

Fans and celebrities are still coming to grips with the fact that Adam Lambert is not the American Idol.

While Kris Allen is clearly an impressive talent, it's hard for critics not to wonder about the basis for his victory; namely, did it have anything to do with Lambert's presumed homosexuality?

Here's a sampling of ways various critics have tackled that issue/asked that question:

* The Chicago Tribune: "It's difficult not to wonder if Lambert's sexuality played a role in Allen's victory... If Lambert's popularity on Idol was any indication of how tolerant and accepting America has become, his loss may indicate there's still further to go."

* Professional poker player Annie Duke: "I seriously think Adam lost just because he is gay. Bummed. Bummed. Bummed."

* Examiner.com: "Adam was too gay for America."

Adam Cook Passes Away

Following a decade-long battle with cancer, David Cook's brother, Adam, died yesterday.

The American Idol winner made the difficult announced this morning, prior to the Race for Hope 5K in Washington, D.C.

"I actually lost my brother yesterday to a brain tumor and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else right now," Cook told the crowd at the brain cancer research benefit, at which Cook served as the grand marshal and competitor, as his team had raised more than $40,000.

Adam Cook had battled the disease throughout Cook's American Idol run last year.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to David and his family.

Rihanna: Not Touring, Just Boating

She was hit hard by Chris Brown, but Rihanna isn't hitting the road anytime soon, despite a report circulated by E! Online that she was planning on kicking off a huge North American Tour this September with Ciara or Keyshia Cole.

"She wants strong women to join her," a source told E! of the singer, who was assaulted in February by Brown. "This is a 'women empowerment' type of tour."

Well, a source close to the singer says it's "not true" that she's going on tour this fall. Instead, she's keeping a low profile until Chris Brown's case is settled.

As he awaits his court date next week - and may or may not be passing time boinking Natalie Mejia - Rihanna kicked it on the high seas ... with Katy Perry!

The two are vacationing together in the R&B star's native Barbados...

Madonna Falls Off a Horse

Horsing around with young model Jesus Luz is one thing.

Falling off a horse because celebrity gossip photographers won't leave you alone? That's another thing.

Madonna spent time in a Long Island hospital this weekend following a fall off a horse that her publicist blames on reporters.

"The accident occurred when the horse Madonna was riding was startled by paparazzi who jumped out of the bushes to photograph the singer," spokeswoman Liz Rosenberg said.

The 50-year-old pop singer, who is still hoping to adopt a girl from Malawi, was released after being treated for "minor injuries and bruises" at a Southampton hospital, said Rosenberg.

Kim Kardashian to Octomom: Kopy Kat!

The Octomom, Nadya Suleman, has faced numerous critics over the last few months. It would be challenging to find an individual that is not disgusted by the selfish, fame-driven new mother of eight babies.

Now, though, the mentally unbalanced Angelina Jolie wannabe has really crossed the line: she's pissed off Kim Kardashian.

In a recent blog entry, the self-described fashion icon calls out Suleman for copying her look.

"Why is Octomom wearing my Jimmy Choo sunglasses!?" Kardashian asks. "I think it's a little ridiculous that she claims she has no money and is on welfare to take care of her 14 children, yet she is out shopping and buying Jimmy Choo sunglasses... I guess she'd rather spend her octo-dollars on accessories. Aren't 14 accessories enough, Octomom??"

The hideous sunglasses in question cost approximately $300... if you purchase the original pair.

However, Target does offer a version that costs $16.99. Kardashian might wanna do some research before launching into her next tirade.

While we find Suleman to be a pathetic, attention-seeking individual, it's hard to side with someone that labels Jimmy Choo as her sunglasses. We didn't know you patented those, Kim.

Taylor Swift: No Regrets!

Taylor Swift has no regrets.

While the singer/songwriter has come under fire for writing "Forever and Always" about her breakup with Joe Jonas, she tells the new issue of Seventeen that she had no choice.

"Writing songs about people is the only way I know how to do things. I mean, I can’t wish I hadn’t written a song about someone, because if I hadn’t, that song wouldn’t exist. I just don’t find any joy in writing about things I haven’t been through," Swift said.

Will Swift steer clear of personal lyrics in the future? Don't count on it.

"Right now, my favorite thing to write about is love. And breakups. And boys. And feelings."

Chris Brown-Rihanna Duet is Not Happening

There is no Rihanna-Chris Brown duet being recorded by the stars despite previous reports that the pair had recorded a song together, a label source confirms.

"Contrary to published reports, Chris Brown and Rihanna did not record a new duet after the incident," the source told People, alluding to Chris Brown's alleged assault of his girlfriend before the Grammy Awards on February 8.

Conflicting reports about the couple's supposed duet may have arisen because of a standard practice used during the development of new material. Last year, Brown and producer Polow da Don did write a song together, the source says.

"Around August or September of 2008, Chris and Rihanna's vocals were recorded as the reference vocals for this demo only. [But] the song was never conceived or intended to be a duet between them, and was later recorded by other artists."

Reference vocals are created to indicate how the writer intends a song to be sung on demo tracks sent out to other artists before the final recording process.

Turns out, the song was called "Bad Girl" - with lyrics focused on a woman who spends too much on designer goods – and was recorded by the someone else (The Pussycat Dolls) and is featured on the Confessions of a Shopaholic soundtrack.

However, the reference vocals for the song made by Rihanna also leaked to the Internet in January. More confusion may also have been caused by the fact that Brown and Rihanna did record a duet last year called "Stronger."

This was meant for Rihanna's album, but was never released. Brown, who faces assault and criminal threats charges, is said to have been in the recording studio since the attack, but has not worked with Rihanna on any songs.

They may not be recording, but they are definitely on the same track relationship wise. With Brown's arraignment set for April 6, lawyers for both stars are attempting to get Rihanna off the hook as far as testifying against her man.

Nicole Richie is Pregnant Again!

Nicole Richie and Joel Madden are expecting another child, barely one year after the arrival of adorable daughter Harlow Madden (born January 11, 2008).

In a message on the official site of his band Good Charlotte, Madden said:

"I am so happy to tell everyone that Harlow is going to be a big sister! God has truly blessed my family. Hope [you're] all feeling as good as I am right now."

Madden's message is titled "Better than winning an OSCAR!" Hard to argue with him after seeing those adorable Harlow pictures from the other day!

After a famously wild childhood, Nicole Richie has credited the birth of daughter Harlow for leading her to a more tranquil life at home with Joel.

"She gives life a whole new meaning," the 27-year-old said of her baby girl.

Miley Cyrus: Look at My Love for Asians!!!

Miley Cyrus has faced criticism before.

Many celebrity gossip followers though it was inappropriate for the singer to pose topless in Vanity Fair; others believe she's nothing more than a Disney-created hack.

Now, however, comes a true test. Cyrus is facing the wrath of an entire ethnicity, following a controversial photo in which she and friends appear to be making fun of Asians.

Earlier today, a woman acted as the plaintiff in a class action suit against Miley, one that is asking the singer to pay $4 billion in damages to the Asian Pacific Islanders she offended in the aforementioned picture.

How should Cyrus react to this lawsuit? You can answer that in the poll below. For now, she's just trying to prove that she actually has Asian friends...

Claire Danes: Engaged to Hugh Dancy!

Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy are getting married, the pair's rep confirms.

Danes, 29, and Dancy, 33, met while filming the movie Evening in Newport, R.I., and have been dating since, for more than a year and a half.

The American actress and her British boyfriend recently stepped out at the Screen Actors Guild and Directors Guild awards in Los Angeles.

At the Confessions of a Shopaholic World Premiere in New York on Thursday night, Dancy spoke about what he looks for in his perfect girl.

"Someone who's intelligent, somebody who makes me laugh," he said. "I know people always say a good sense of humor, but they're usually lying. What's most important is somebody who kind of has an independent life and ambition."

No word on when he and Claire Danes plan to wed. But congrats!

Audrina Patridge Models Trendy Line of Jeans

She might not be launching her own eponymous line like The Hills star Lauren Conrad, but Audrina Patridge is making a mark in the fashion world just the same.

The possible girlfriend of Justin-Bobby is striking a pose for Divine Rights of Denim. The reality star is the new face of the line’s Spring/Summer 2009 ads.

Audzo also helped with the merchandise and styling of the brand. Here's the first ad, which features her lying on a bed in the jeans and no shirt. Nice.

The Audrina Patridge ads will be hitting magazines starting in March issues.

Divine Rights of Denim is already a star-favorite brand, with everyone from Audrina and Lauren Conrad to Jessica Alba having been spotted in the hip label.

But with prices mostly under $100, the jeans are also an option for the non-celebrities out there. Still out of reach for our interns, but tough luck, bitches.

Well, fake boobs or not, Audrina's definitely making her presence felt these days.

Tom Cruise Dreamt of Killing Hitler

Continuing his massive promotional tour, Tom Cruise turned up at a press conference and the Korean premiere of “Valkyrie” in Seoul, South Korea yesterday (January 18).

The “Eyes Wide Shut” stud looked energized and excited as he arrived at Megabox Coex, sporting a black shirt, black trousers, and a black blazer.

During the course of his interview, Cruise revealed that he had been perplexed as a child that Hitler (whom his character in the movie attempts to assassinate) wasn’t stopped much sooner.

He told press, “I’ve always wanted to kill Hitler. As a child, I used to wonder why someone didn’t stand up and kill him.”

Tom continued, “As a child studying history and looking at documents, I wondered, why didn’t someone stand up and try to stop it? When I read the script, it was entertaining and informative to know what the challenges were and what it was like to be in the environment.”

Jamie Lynn Spears & Casey Aldridge: Wedding Still On!

Despite reports that Jamie Lynn Spears’ relationship with her fiancé, Casey Aldridge, has been strained as of late - amind rumors of him railing the crap out of Kelli Dawson and others - the couple is moving ahead with wedding plans!

According to celeb news sources, Jamie Lynn Spears chose a Monique Lhuillier gown, ordered invites and chosen a three-tiered chocolate cake for the big day.

By "Monique Lhuillier gown" and "three-tiered chocolate cake," they obviously mean ripped overalls, straw hats and cans of Miller Lite, of course. They're upgrading from their usual Natural Light. Gotta splurge for a special occasion.

Spears and Aldridge’s daughter, Maddie Briann, is now seven months old; no firm date for the wedding has been set, but we're hella stoked for it.

One assumes that the event will be held in Lousiana or Mississippi, where the couple lives, and that Britney Spears will be the maid of dishonor.

Alyssa Milano: Engaged to David Bugliari!

Wedding bells will apparently be ringing in the near future for former Charmed actress Alyssa Milano, as reps for the star announce that she said yes to a marriage proposal from boyfriend David Bugliari on December 18.

The two have dated for over a year - and he's also her agent at Creative Artists Agency. In December, David Bugliari confronted some dude Alyssa Milano called "obsessive" trying to get access to the actress at her home.

Talk about standing up for your woman!

Alyssa Milano was previously married to made-up musician Cinjun Tate way back in 1999. The couple separated and divorced that same year. She then went on to date approximately half the players in Major League Baseball.

The former Maxim and Stuff staple, who recently appeared in a recurring role on My Name is Earl, also briefly dated Justin Timberlake.

Paris Hilton Visits Gold Coast Hospital

She just can’t seem to get enough of Australia, and earlier today Paris Hilton was all about brightening the day of some sick kids at the Gold Coast Hospital.

Accompanied by her BFF Brittany Flickinger and sister Nicky, the “Simple Life” babe arrived on the Gold Coast following a flight from Sydney aboard former world motorcycle champion Mick Doohan’s private jet.

Paris carried a koala bear stuffed animal as she entered the hospital sporting a graceful sleeveless white floral dress and a casual pulled-back hairdo.

She told press, “I’m just here on the Gold Coast to relax. I love it here. I actually lived here for three months while shooting a film [House of Wax] out here a few years ago.”