The bed where Michael Jackson died is no longer available for sale. Julien’s Auctions has removed the queen-sized headboard from its auction of items from 100 North Carolwood Drive, Jackson’s last residence. “This item is the only portion of the bed that had been listed for auction, and no part of the bed remains for sale,” company president Darren Julien said Tuesday, adding that he removed the carved headboard seen in evidence photos during the criminal trial of Jackson’s physician from the auction’s lots at the request of Jackson’s estate. READ FULL STORY »
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Nov 16
2011
09:10 AM ET
Nov 7
2011
04:17 PM ET
Conrad Murray found guilty in Michael Jackson trial
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Michael Jackson’s doctor was convicted Monday of involuntary manslaughter after a trial that painted him as a reckless caregiver who administered a lethal dose of a powerful anesthetic that killed the pop star. The verdict against Dr. Conrad Murray marked the latest chapter in one of pop culture’s most shocking tragedies — the death of the King of Pop on the eve of the singer’s heavily promoted comeback concerts.
Murray sat stone-faced and showed little reaction at the verdict. There was a shriek in the courtroom when the verdict was read, and the crowd erupted outside the courthouse. The judge polled the jury, and each juror answered “yes” when asked whether their verdict was guilty. The jury deliberated less than nine hours. The Houston cardiologist, 58, faces a sentence of up to four years in prison. He could also lose his medical license. READ FULL STORY »
Nov 7
2011
02:41 PM ET
Verdict reached in Conrad Murray case
A jury reached a verdict Monday in the involuntary manslaughter case against Michael Jackson’s doctor. Court officials said it would be read at 1 p.m. PST.
During the six-week trial, prosecutors depicted Dr. Conrad Murray as a reckless physician who abandoned Jackson while he was under the effects of the powerful anesthetic propofol on June 25, 2009. Attorneys for the Houston-based cardiologist countered that Jackson was addicted to the drug and self-administered the fatal dose when Murray left his bedroom.
Murray agreed to become Jackson’s personal physician as the singer prepared for a series of comeback concerts in 2009.
Murray did not testify during the trial but previously acknowledged to police that he gave Jackson propofol and other sedatives on the morning the singer died. READ FULL STORY »
Nov 1
2011
09:20 PM ET
Justin Bieber's rep calls reported paternity suit 'malicious, defamatory'
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In response to reports that a 20-year-old California woman has filed a paternity suit against 17-year-old Justin Bieber — reportedly alleging the two had sex backstage at one of his Los Angeles concerts when she was 19 — the music star’s rep has sent the following statement to EW (emphasis hers):
While we haven’t yet seen THE LAWSUIT, it’s sad that someone would fabricate malicious, defamatory, AND demonstrably false claims. We WILL VIGOROUSLY PURSUE all available legal remedies to DEFEND AND protect Justin against THESE ALLEGATIONS.
EW could not independently confirm the lawsuit, as paternity actions are sealed in the interest of the child.
Oct 31
2011
05:52 PM ET
Jessica Simpson confirms pregnancy on Twitter
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Kim Kardashian isn’t the only former reality television newlywed making headlines this Halloween.
After weeks of speculation, EW has confirmed that Jessica Simpson is pregnant with her first child. Simpson, 31, made the announcement on her Twitter feed Monday afternoon. The singer and fashion designer posted a photo of herself in Halloween mummy garb, posing and cradling her growing baby bump. “It’s true – I’m going to be a mummy!” she Tweeted.
Simpson became engaged to her baby’s father, former NFL player Eric Johnson, last November. She was previously married to Nick Lachey.
Oct 26
2011
09:29 AM ET
Coroner concludes alcohol killed Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse died as the unintended consequence of drinking too much alcohol, a British coroner ruled Wednesday. Coroner Suzanne Greenaway gave a verdict of “death by misadventure,” saying the singer died of accidental alcohol poisoning. “The unintended consequence of such potentially fatal levels (of alcohol) was her sudden and unexpected death,” Greenaway said.
The singer, who had fought drug and alcohol problems for years, was found dead in bed at her London home on July 23 at age 27. An initial autopsy proved inconclusive, although it found no traces of illegal drugs in her system. Pathologist Suhail Baithun told the inquest into the singer’s death that Winehouse had consumed a “very large quantity of alcohol” — the level in her blood put her more than five times over the legal drunk-driving limit. READ FULL STORY »
Oct 25
2011
03:11 PM ET
Loretta Lynn released from the hospital
Country legend Loretta Lynn, 76, has been released from a Kentucky hospital, where she was treated for bacterial pneumonia.
Lynn was initially rushed to treatment in the early hours of the weekend, and has subsequently canceled several show dates. According to a statement on her official website, “Around 1:30 AM Saturday morning, Loretta awoke on her tour bus complaining that she was having a hard time breathing. They admitted her into a Bowling Green, Kentucky hospital where she was treated over the weekend for the beginning stages of bacterial pneumonia.”
The site confirms that the star is now back at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee recovering; says Lynn, “It was one scary night… But I am feeling better and just gonna take it easy for a couple of weeks.”
Her rep confirms that she intends to make her next scheduled performance on Nov. 3 in Knoxville, Tenn.
She says she’s feeling better and will return to the road Nov. 3 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Oct 23
2011
10:22 AM ET
Country legend Loretta Lynn hospitalized with pneumonia
Country star Loretta Lynn was forced to cancel a pair of concerts this weekend because she is in the hospital. According to her official website, the 76-year-old singer of “Coal Miner’s Daughter” and “Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)” is in the early stages of pneumonia and according to her doctors requires rest.
The hospital stint forced her to cancel shows in Ashland, Kentucky and Durham, North Carolina, though she doesn’t expect to be down for long. “Loretta is doing well and is disappointed but feels confident she will be ready for upcoming November dates,” said the site.
This isn’t the first time this year Lynn has had to postpone performances because of health issues. According to People, she had to skip shows in August because of knee surgery and also missed a pair of appearances after being hospitalized with heat exhaustion.
Lynn, whose astonishing personal narrative was adapted into the 1980 Sissy Spacek film Coal Miner’s Daughter, received a career resurgence in the past decade thanks to Van Lear Rose, her award-winning 2004 album produced by Jack White.
Read more on EW.com:
Jack White Q&A: He talks to EW about life after the White Stripes, becoming a mogul (or not), Loretta Lynn and more
Review: Coal Miner’s Daughter: A Tribute To Loretta Lynn
Review: Loretta Lynn, Van Lear Rose
Oct 18
2011
10:38 AM ET
'Twilight' star Nikki Reed marries 'American Idol' alum Paul McDonald
Twilight star Nikki Reed and American Idol season 10 contestant Paul McDonald have tied the knot. The couple said “I do” Sunday at a small ranch ceremony in Malibu, Calif., according to People. McDonald tweeted the news yesterday: “Yesterday was the most amazing day of my life … everything was perfect. I’m officially a MARRIED MAN! Woohoo!” Reed tweeted about the same time, “Yesterday was the most magical day of my life…”
The newlyweds met on the red carpet of the Little Red Riding Hood premiere in March, and McDonald popped the question in June. Reed’s next big day will be the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part 1, which opens nationwide Nov. 18.
Oct 17
2011
01:32 PM ET
Rapper Tone Loc released from hospital after collapse
EW has confirmed that “Wild Thing” rapper Tone Lōc was hospitalized this weekend after collapsing onstage during an Atlanta concert. Now the rapper has been released from the hospital, says his manager. Bobby Bessone told EW, “Tone is exhausted after performing many shows in the last few months and is fine now and out of the hospital.” Tone Lōc was previously hospitalized for exhaustion after a Pensacola Beach concert in 2009.
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Tone Lōc arrested after domestic dispute
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