Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Simon Cowell In Some Serious Baby Mama Drama!

Bet Simon's so-called friend won't be smiling at this announcement!


Music mastermind Simon Cowell, 53 and girlfriend, NYC Socialite Lauren Silverman, 36, are expecting a baby, according to sources.

The notoriously hard-nosed 'American Idol' judge has candidly spoken on parenthood in the past claiming that he was not fit for diaper duty, nor did he have any interest in doing so. In 2009 he advised, "God, no. I couldn't have children. If I had them here drawing on the walls I'd go nuts.You've got to be up at a certain time. Got to listen. When all you want to do is sit in a corner thinking."

However in recent years, he's been singing a different tune (no pun intended), expressing his love for children, but stating that his schedule and age could make that desire impossible. Guess he has no choice now!

Apart of from Simon's disinterest producing offspring, there's another twist to his story- Simon's baby mama is actually still married...to his close friend, and real estate mogul Andrew Silverman...we even needed a moment to digest that one! Well, in actuality, the Silvermans are estranged, and are in the process of divorcing, but the fact remains that the pair is still hitched.

While the news is still yet to be confirmed from Simon's folks, multiple sources have confirmed that Lauren is about 10 weeks along.

We knew Simon was quite the playboy, but we didn't know that he had enough charm to take someone's wife! Not to mention, his friend's wife..

Someone call Maury because this one is definitely messy!

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

'Real Housewives of New Jersey' Star Teresa Giudice Faces 50 Years in Jail?

No smiles for Teresa & Joe this morning in a New Jersey courtroom.
 
 
Wonder if she flipped the kitchen table on this news?

Bravo's 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' stars Teresa Giudice and husband Joe Giudice, are in some serious hot water, and this kinda of trouble definitely wasn't made for television!
 
Yesterday the Giudice's were indicted on federal fraud charges. The reality pair were charged in a shocking 39-count indictment that consists of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, making false statements on loan applications and bankruptcy fraud. If convicted of all of these charges, the couple could face up to 50+ years in jail (and word around town is, reality stars
DO NOT qualify for the "Martha Stewart" treatment).
 
The Giudices are no strangers to legal woes, as husband Joe faced charges surrounding identity fraud for posing as his brother to obtain a driver's license while his was suspended. In the state of New Jersey, obtaining a false driver's license is punishable by up to 10 years! Not to mention, their filing for bankruptcy a few years back, which details of all of these cases are sure to resurface during the proceedings of these new allegations.
 
It's no secret that Teresa loves to lead a lavish lifestyle.
Her gorgeous NJ home pictured above.
 
Shortly after the news broke about the charges, Teresa released the following statement via her lawyer, "Today is a most difficult day for our family. I support Joe and, as a wonderful husband and father, I know he wants only the best for our lovely daughters and me. I am committed to my family and intend to maintain our lives in the best way possible, which includes continuing my career. As a result, I am hopeful that we will resolve this matter with the Government as quickly as possible."
 
Wait, so is Teresa insinuating that this is Joe's doing? Kinda sounds like it...
 
Teresa and Joe attended a hearing this morning which lasted about an hour, and according to reports, a federal judge released both on a $500,000/each unsecured bail bond, which stipulated that both must surrender their passports, and are confined to New York and New Jersey only. They are both scheduled to appear in court again on August 14th.
 
 
Fellow cast mates and ex-friends will have a lot to gossip about now.
 
So the big question is...will all of this play out in front of the cameras, because we can take a wager  this was certainly unscripted. We can ONLY imagine what the other Housewives will have to say about this. Let the subliminal Twitter jabs begin!
 



 

Monday, July 29, 2013

'The Voice' Star Christina Aguilera Flaunts Hot New Bod!


We are all smiles for this makeover!

Talk about a summer makeover!

32-year old songstress, Christina Aguilera is bringing sexy back just in time for her return to NBC's 'The Voice'. Showing off a pearly white smile, in a skin tight pink mini dress, the singer shows some serious skin in true X-Tina style.

The former Mickey Mouse Club star has been the subject of harsh criticism about her drastic weight gain, and sloppy look in the past. However, this weekend at an NBC press event in Beverly Hills, the singer surely put a lid on the haters with her slimmer and trimmer figure. We're told Aguilera is taking the healthy approach to her weight loss, and is incorporating eating right and regular exercise to help keep her on track. The notoriously petite vocalist has said to lost an impressive 30 lbs. to date, which has also been said to be some left over baby weight from the birth of her son Max.

A heavier Aguilera back in October, which ignited ridicule about
her weight in the media

One thing's for sure, her fellow coaches on the hit show have her back regardless of what the scale says. Last year, co-star Adam Levine came to Aguilera's defense at a press event in NYC, stating, "The one thing about culture right now, celebrity culture particularly, is people feel like they can just say nasty things about other people, whether it's Christina or whether it's me. She gets a lot and it pisses me off. Of course I have her back and of course I defend her."

Will Christina's hot new bod be even more incentive for you to tune into this season of 'The Voice' returning this fall?


Friday, July 26, 2013

David Beckham Bares It All In New Fragrance Ad




Soccer star, and hunky hubby to former Spice Girl and designer, Victoria Beckham strips down in his latest ad campaign for his new fragrance "Classic"...well sorta..While he does show off his picture-perfect abs, of course, he tastefully leaves the rest up to your imagination. The steamy clip features a shirtless Beckham getting dressed, making the ladies swoon, and leaving the fellas with one heck of a benchmark.

“My new fragrance, Classic, is an expression of my style… modern, elegant, masculine… I love it. And hope everyone will love it as much as I do,” explained the 38 year old of the scent.

The tagline for the cologne reads "Revive Your Classics", which Beckham stated means, "As much as I like to keep my style classic, it’s got to have a modern twist to it as well. “Revive your classics” is about combining these two looks."

Beckham shared the new ad campaign with the world via his Facebook and Youtube pages writing, “Here is my new COTY campaign, we had fun shooting it! Hope you all like it.”

AND WE DO!

The father of four recently announced that he will officially be retiring from pro-soccer, and has since relocated his family back to the UK.

No more talking...see what we're smiling about below:

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Jason Sudeikis Reveals He Will Not Be Returning to Saturday Night Live



He has made us smile (until it hurt) for a whooping ten seasons straight, but sadly that is coming to an end. Funny man, Jason Sudeikis has confirmed that he will not be returning for another season of Saturday Night Live. Sudeikis made the announcement during a visit to The Late Show with David Letterman  last night. Appearing on the show for ten seasons straight, the comedian actually wrote for the famed sketch comedy show for two years prior to getting in front of the camera.

Rumors of his leaving the show have been swirling since May, but last night Sudeikis made it official. SNL is currently on summer break, however will resume taping in August.

Rest assured, we will be able to get our dose of Sudeikis in new big screen movie which co-stars Jennifer Aniston and premieres in August, called "We're The Millers".

Sudeikis and long time girlfriend, Olivia Wilde are currently preparing to get hitched some time this year. Maybe SNL will spoof the wedding?!

Check out the clip below of Sudeikis and Letterman below:



A Prince Is Born!

Congratulations are in order, as the royal baby has arrived!  At approximately 4:24 PM (local time) on July 22, Prince William and Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton welcomed a healthy baby boy into the world weighing 8 pounds, 6 ounces. The Duchess gave birth naturally with Prince William by her side the entire time.

The news, which was made public on the royal easel outside of Buckingham Palace, had waiting onlookers and fans in tears and cheers of joy upon the announcement. The Palace has yet to release an official name of the little Prince, but he is stated to be the third in line for the throne now (bumping poor Prince Harry to a stale fourth place!)

Parents and baby are said to be doing very well, and should be leaving the hospital sometime this week. The proud and humble new parents released this official, joint statement today:

"We would like to thank the staff at the Lindo Wing and the whole hospital for the tremendous care the three of us have received. We know it has been a very busy period for the hospital and we would like to thank everyone - staff, patients and visitors - for their understanding during this time."

All eyes have been glued to St. Mary's hospital as fans hoped to catch the first glimpse of the new baby and parents. Quite the celebration had erupted merely moments after the news went public worldwide. New baby will be honored by a royal gunfire salute, and the fountains at Trafalgar Square were dyed blue, the BT Tower, a London landmark, flashed the words "It's a boy!", and of course, the #royalbaby is still trending on Twitter.

We can't wait to see the wee, baby Prince, who's said to be "absolutely beautiful" by Catherine's mother, Carole Middleton.

Do you think the new Prince will resemble his Mother or Father?

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

"Glee" Star Lea Michele Covers August Issue of Mexico's Marie Claire

 
Just weeks after real life boyfriend Cory Monteith was found dead in Vancouver hotel room in what was ruled in an accidental drug overdose, "Glee" star Lea Michele's Marie Claire Mexico cover has been released. In the interview, the 26 year old beauty speaks candidly of her relationship with on and off screen man, just weeks after his untimely death.
 
The actress gushed in the interview claiming, "He is the best person I know, he has made my life so incredible, and I am so thankful for him and not only to have him as a partner but also as a co-worker. It is important to have someone that supports you and encourage you, someone that makes you feel that you are unstoppable, that you can do anything in the world because you have him."
 
 Monteith & Michele "were both very nice and obviously happy and in love," stated Latin America Editor-in-Chief Ariadne Grant
 
Both actors starred on the hit show "Glee", which abruptly stopped production since the actor's death, and writers and producers even contemplated cancelling the show altogether. Since then, a decision has been made to continue with production plans after giving Michele and cast member sufficient time to grieve.
 
According to reports, Michele has not been handling the news of Cory's death well, and as immersed herself in planning funeral arrangements with his family. A series of memorials have been planned to honor the 31 year old's life.
 
Our thoughts are with Michele and the Monteith family and friends. 

Monday, July 22, 2013

The Royal Baby is On Their Way!

The glowing Mommy flashing her famous smile!

It's official! Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Duchess Kate Middleton has gone into labor early this morning, with Prince Will right by her side. The Royal baby has been one of the highly publicized and anticipated birth since Kimye welcomed North West into the world.

The soon-to-be Mom checked into St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington around 5:45 AM (local time) this morning, and was rumored to have used the Cambridge wng entrance which was also used by the late Princess Diana.

The couple was all smiles when they tied the knot back in 2011.


Celebs and royal fans have been taking to Twitter to give the Duchess and the Prince words of encouragement and excitement, causing the #RoyalBaby to be a trending topic today in the social media world.

Once the #RoyalBaby has made his/her arrival, Buckingham Palace will display the news and details of sex, weight etc. the good ol' fashioned way. An ornate easel, as used for William's birth in 1982, will be displayed outside of Buckingham Palace on the Palace's official letterhead. But don't worry, for those of us not standing outside of the Palace doors waiting eagerly for the news, Palace staff members have been instructed to take to the internet to spread the word.

Whew! Thank goodness for the world!

Do you think it will be a Royal baby girl or boy? Let us know!

Friday, July 19, 2013

2013 Primetime Emmy Nominees Announced!




The list is in! The official nominees were revealed for the 2013 65th Primetime Emmy Awards, which has caused many smiles, but also many surprise snubs! Neil Patrick Harris ("How I Met Your Mother”) and  Aaron Paul (“Breaking Bad”) announced the nominees in North Hollywood yesterday morning, and while some of our favorite small screen stars and shows made the list, some were noticeably missing. We won't name names, but take a peek at the list below to see for yourself!

Just for fun, check out this comical video made by some of past favorite Emmy winners. The award show will air on CBS on September 22nd at 8 PM.

Tell us, did your favorite shows/stars make this year's list?




PROGRAMS

Outstanding Drama Series
"Breaking Bad"
"Downton Abbey"
"Game of Thrones"
"Homeland"
"House of Cards"
"Mad Men"

Outstanding Comedy Series
"30 Rock"
"The Big Bang Theory"
"Girls"
"Louie"
"Modern Family"
"Veep"

Outstanding Variety, Music, or Comedy Series
"The Colbert Report"
"The Daily Show with John Stewart"
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
"Late Night With Jimmy Fallon"
"Real Time with Bill Maher"
"Saturday Night Live"

Outstanding Miniseries or Movie
"American Horror Story: Asylum"
"Behind the Candelabra"
"The Bible"
"Phil Spector"
"Political Animals"
"Top of the Lake"

Outstanding Reality-Competition Program
"The Amazing Race"
"Dancing with the Stars"
"Project Runway"
"So You Think You Can Dance"
"Top Chef"
"The Voice"

ACTING

LEAD PERFORMANCES
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Connie Britton -- "Nashville"
Claire Danes -- "Homeland"
Michelle Dockery -- "Downton Abbey"
Vera Farmiga -- "Bates Motel"
Elisabeth Moss -- "Mad Men"
Kerry Washington -- "Scandal"
Robin Wright -- "House of Cards"

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Hugh Bonneville -- "Downton Abbey"
Bryan Cranston -- "Breaking Bad"
Jeff Daniels -- "The Newsroom"
Jon Hamm -- "Mad Men"
Damian Lewis -- "Homeland"
Kevin Spacey -- "House of Cards"

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Laura Dern -- "Enlightened"
Lena Dunham -- "Girls"
Edie Falco -- "Nurse Jackie"
Tina Fey -- "30 Rock"
Julia Louis-Dreyfus -- "Veep"
Amy Poehler -- "Parks and Recreation"

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
Alec Baldwin -- "30 Rock"
Jason Bateman -- "Arrested Development"
Don Cheadle -- "House of Lies"
Louis C.K. -- "Louie"
Matt LeBlanc -- "Episodes"
Jim Parsons -- "The Big Bang Theory"

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie
Jessica Lange -- "American Horror Story: Asylum"
Laura Linney -- "The Big C: Hereafter"
Helen Mirren -- "Phil Spector"
Elisabeth Moss -- "Top of the Lake"
Sigourney Weaver -- "Political Animals"

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie
Benedict Cumberbatch -- "Parades End"
Matt Damon -- "Behind The Candelabra"
Michael Douglas -- "Behind The Candelabra"
Toby Jones -- "The Girl"
Al Pacino -- "Phil Spector"

SUPPORTING PERFORMANCES

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Jonathan Banks -- "Breaking Bad"
Bobby Cannavale -- "Boardwalk Empire"
Jim Carter -- "Downton Abbey"
Peter Dinklage -- "Game of Thrones"
Mandy Patinkin -- "Homeland"
Aaron Paul -- "Breaking Bad"

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Morena Baccarin -- "Homeland"
Christine Baranski -- "The Good Wife"
Emilia Clarke -- "Game of Thrones"
Anna Gunn -- "Breaking Bad"
Christina Hendricks -- "Mad Men"
Maggie Smith -- "Downton Abbey"

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Mayim Bialik -- "The Big Bang Theory"
Julie Bowen -- "Modern Family"
Anna Chlumsky -- "Veep"
Jane Krakowski -- "30 Rock"
Jane Lynch -- "Glee"
Sofia Vergara -- "Modern Family"
Merritt Weaver -- "Nurse Jackie"

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
Ty Burrell -- "Modern Family"
Adam Driver -- "Girls"
Jesse Tyler Ferguson -- "Modern Family"
Bill Hader -- "Saturday Night Live"
Tony Hale -- "Veep"
Ed O’Neill -- "Modern Family"

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie
Ellen Burstyn -- "Political Animals"
Sarah Paulson -- "American Horror Story: Asylum"
Charlotte Rampling -- "Restless"
Imelda Staunton -- "The Girl"
Alfre Woodard -- "Steel Magnolias"

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie
Scott Bakula -- "Behind the Candelabra"
James Cromwell -- "American Horror Story: Asylum"
John Benjamin Hickey -- "The Big C: Hereafter"
Peter Mullan -- "Top of the Lake"
Zachary Quinto -- "American Horror Story: Asylum"

GUEST PERFORMANCES

Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series
Linda Cardellini -- "Mad Men"
Joan Cusack -- "Shameless"
Jane Fonda -- "The Newsroom"
Margo Martindale -- "The Americans"
Carrie Preston -- "The Good Wife"
Diana Rigg -- "Game of Thrones"

Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series
Dan Bucatinsky -- "Scandal"
Michael J. Fox -- "The Good Wife"
Rupert Friend -- "Homeland"
Harry Hamlin -- "Mad Men"
Nathan Lane -- "The Good Wife"
Robert Morse -- "Mad Men"

Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series
Dot-Marie Jones -- "Glee"
Melissa Leo -- "Louie"
Melissa McCarthy -- "Saturday Night Live"
Molly Shannon -- "Enlightened"
Elaine Stritch -- "30 Rock"
Kristin Wiig -- "Saturday Night Live"

Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series
Bobby Cannavale -- "Nurse Jackie"
Will Forte -- "30 Rock"
Louis C.K. -- "Saturday Night Live"
Nathan Lane -- "Modern Family"
Bob Newhart -- "The Big Bang Theory"
Justin Timberlake -- "Saturday Night Live"

HOSTING

Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program
Tom Bergeron -- "Dancing with the Stars"
Anthony Boudain -- "The Taste"
Cat Deeley -- "So You Think You Can Dance"
Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn -- "Project Runway"
Ryan Seacrest -- "American Idol"
Betty White -- "Betty White's Off Their Rockers"

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Lindsay Lohan's $2 Million Buck Pay Day!




With the movie offers few and far in between, we know this must have Ms. Lohan grinning from ear to ear!

According to TMZ.com, after 4 months of negotiating, talk show queen Oprah's OWN network have finally come to a financial agreement with Lindsay Lohan to score an interview about the troubled teen star's life. It is reported that OWN has shelled out a whopping $2 Million dollars to have Lohan spill her heart out about her struggles and rehab stints in a an 8-part docu-series.

Apparently the series will chronicle Lohan's tumultuous childhood, personal battle with drugs, legal woes, and her (not-so) acting career. This offer comes to Lohan as one of the biggest offers she's seen since Playboy, who reportedly paid up $1 Million to her.

While the "Mean Girls" star has stayed mum on the offer, mother Dina was sure to add her two cents in stating to E! News, "Oh, it's fantastic. If anyone is going to help mentor you, it's going to be Oprah."

In terms of Lindsay's progress, Dina added that, "She's happy, she's healthy and she's amazing. She's doing really well."

Once out of rehab, Lindsay will be headed to the big apple to settle in her own (luxurious, we're sure)apartment..compliments of Oprah! Well, not really, but we're sure that nice big pay check will help!'

Will you be tuning in, or are you thoroughly over Lindsay's antics?


Monday, July 15, 2013

Jenny McCarthy Replaces Joy Behar on The View This September

Hot topics are about to get hotter with this new cast member!


With 17 previous appearances on the show, The View has officially announced that former Playboy Playmate, Jenny McCarthy will become a permanent fixture on the opinionated table come this September. McCarthy will serve as the replacement to long time comic relief, and host Joy Behar. "I'm beyond thrilled to be joining Barbara and the other amazing women at the table. I'd like to thank ABC for this great opportunity. I look forward to helping make hot topics a little bit hotter, and showing my mom that my interrupting skills have finally paid off." McCarthy has stated.




The show has been receiving quite the cast make-over these past few months, with Elisabeth Hasselbeck leaving to go to Fox News, and producer and founder, Barbara Walters announcing that she too, will be leaving the show next summer. She will remain the producer. “Jenny brings us intelligence as well as warmth and humor,” Walters said in an official statement. “She can be serious and outrageous. She has connected with our audience and offers a fresh point of view. Jenny will be a great addition to the show as we usher in an exciting new chapter for The View.”

Currently hosting the late night talk show, The Jenny McCarthy show, VH1 has generously allowed McCarthy to do both hosting gigs. "I'd also like to give a big thank you to VH1 for their support and for allowing me to fulfill this lifelong dream," McCarthy adds.

To shake things up even more, the newest host has been linked to New Kid on the Block heartthrob, Donnie Wahlberg. Photos have circulated of the pair getting extra chummy this past fourth of July.

We wonder who will be next to be added or leave the show, but we are excited to see how this will spice the talk show up! For all those avid The View watchers, does this new addition joining the cast have you smiling?

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

K-Pop Sensation 2NE1 Are BACK!





K-Pop lovers are smiling for this one!

After a year long hiatus, K-Pop sensations,  2NE1 deliver hot, new reggae inspired single "Falling in Love" to their devoted fans. The song is the perfect summer song, with a catchy hook and a colorful music video to match. The song is rapidly shooting up the charts, and this single is a surefire way for them to become a household name in the U.S in a jiffy!

We love the personality that the girls are showing in their new video, and can't wait to see what's next for the foursome.

Check out the new video for "Falling in Love" below:



Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Happy July 4th From Power Swabs!

Big smiles for the holiday!

Just wanted to take a moment to wish all of our U.S customers a Happy July 4th! We know that tomorrow you'll all be enjoying the beach, BBQ's and overall fun in  the sun (we know we'll be!) so we wanted to send out our wishes early.

Hope everyone has a safe and relaxing day in celebration of America's Independence!

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

New Photos from Steve Jobs Biopic "Jobs" Released!




Get excited! Next month, Steve Jobs biopic "Jobs" will hit a theatre near you. Ashton Kutcher has been the chosen one to portray the Apple co-founder and technology mastermind. Directed by Joshua Michael Stern, the flick will hit theatres on August 16th. Stills from the movie of Ashton in action have been released, and we're super curious to know how well Kelso, we mean Ashton, will convey this role.


 


In other Apple news, Kanye West recently tweeted a pic of a Father's Day gift from baby mama, Kim K. The photo showed two autographed mice from the Apple co-founders Steve Jobs himself, and Steve Wozniak. Kanye, who's a known admirer of Jobs and the Apple empire, recently told the New York Times in an interview last month, “I think what Kanye West is going to mean is something similar to what Steve Jobs means. I am undoubtedly, you know, Steve of Internet, downtown, fashion, culture. Period. By a long jump." He continues, "I honestly feel that because Steve has passed, you know, it’s like when Biggie passed and Jay-Z was allowed to become Jay-Z … I will be the leader of a company that ends up being worth billions of dollars, because I got the answers. I understand culture. I am the nucleus.”




That's a pretty confident proclamation, but then again, we wouldn't expect anything less from Mr. West!

Monday, July 1, 2013

Baby News: Jessica Simpson Gives Birth to Baby Boy, Ace Knute!



All smiles for Mommy, Jessica!
 

Yesterday, singer/designer Jessica Simpson and fiancĂ© Eric Johnson welcomed their second little bundle of joy to the world, according to US Weekly. The singer, known for not only her contagious, million-dollar smile, but also her gigantic fashion empire, gave birth to a healthy baby boy yesterday via a scheduled C-Section in Los Angeles, CA.

The couple have interestingly chosen the name Ace Knute, who will be baby brother to 14 month old, Maxwell Drew. Simpson revealed just seven months after giving birth to little Maxwell, that she was expecting her second child with former NFL star, Johnson.

Congratulations to the proud parents!