May 9 2013 12:54 PM ET

Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder end their relationship

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Vampire Diaries stars Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder are no longer together.

People reports that the couple have ended their relationship, which flew under the radar despite rumors that it’s been ongoing for several years. Indeed, Dobrev and Somerhalder (who plays high schooler Elena and decades-old vampire Damon, respectively, on TV) have been known to avoid any overt sign of romance — refusing even to pose on the red carpet together.

“But sometimes you can’t help who you have a connection with, and you can only fight it for so long,” Dobrev told Seventeen, “which I did for a really, really long time.”

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May 9 2013 08:50 AM ET

Former defender of Michael Jackson reverses his story, now claims sexual abuse

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A choreographer and television personality who was a key witness in Michael Jackson’s successful defense against child molestation charges is seeking permission to file a claim against the singer’s estate alleging the pop superstar sexually abused him as a child, court records and an attorney said.

Wade Robson was abused by Jackson during a seven-year period, the choreographer’s attorney, Henry Gradstein, wrote in a statement Wednesday. The attorney said Robson, 30, suffered a breakdown last year but has not stated how much his client is seeking to recoup from Jackson’s estate if a judge permits him to pursue his abuse allegations.

Details on Robson’s accusations were filed under seal. READ FULL STORY »

May 8 2013 07:59 PM ET

'Stepford Wives' director Bryan Forbes dies at 86

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British film director Bryan Forbes, whose work includes the original 1970s horror classic The Stepford Wives, has died at age 86 after a long illness, a family spokesman said Wednesday. Matthew D’Ancona said Forbes died surrounded by his family at his home in Surrey.

Forbes was born John Theobald Clarke in 1926 in London. He began his film career as an actor, playing a number of supporting roles in British films in the 1940s and 1950s, but he soon found more success in screenwriting, and later directing.

He made his debut as director in Whistle Down the Wind, the 1961 movie about children who come across an escaped convict and mistake him for Jesus. Forbes went on to make films such as King Rat, a tale of survival in a prisoner-of-war camp, and The Stepford Wives, a thriller about sinisterly perfect suburban housewives.

He was screenwriter for Chaplin, the 1992 biopic of Charlie Chaplin starring Robert Downey Jr., and also wrote several novels. His latest book, The Soldier’s Story, was published last year.
Forbes was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 2004 for services to the arts.
He is survived by his wife, the actress Nanette Newman, and two daughters.

May 8 2013 12:43 PM ET

Entertainment Weekly to launch SiriusXM channel with Hugh Jackman interview

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On Tuesday, May 28, Entertainment Weekly will launch its 24/7 SiriusXM radio channel. Entertainment Weekly Radio will be available on channel 105, on the SiriusXM Internet Radio App, and online at siriusxm.com. We’re kicking things off at 7 a.m. ET with a “Town Hall” interview with Hugh Jackman about his career and his upcoming summer movie The Wolverine, moderated by EW’s Jess Cagle. If you can’t get up that early, you can click here for rebroadcasting times closer to the date.

“Having Hugh Jackman join us to launch the channel is as much of a thrill for all of us at EW as it will be for listeners,” said Cagle in a press release.

Here’s a full list of the shows the station will be offering. Set your reminders now!: READ FULL STORY »

May 8 2013 09:47 AM ET

'Vampire Diaries' actor Daniel Gillies and Rachel Leigh Cook expecting first child

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Looks like Klaus isn’t the only member of the Original family expanding the brood.

Vampire Diaries actor Daniel Gillies and his wife Rachel Leigh Cook, are expecting their first child.

The actor, who is also star of the CW spin-off The Originals, and his wife, star of TNT’s Perception, will welcome their new addition in fall, according to People magazine

The Vampire Diaries actor tweeted, “Thank you everyone. We are delighted.”

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May 8 2013 09:02 AM ET

As I Lay Dying's lead singer arrested in murder-for-hire scheme

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The lead singer of Grammy-nominated heavy metal band As I Lay Dying was arrested Tuesday in Southern California as authorities said he tried to hire an undercover detective to kill his estranged wife.

Tim Lambesis, 32, was arrested at a retail business in Oceanside, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement.

The statement said detectives received information Thursday that Lambesis had solicited someone to kill his wife, who lives in nearby Encinitas. A task force from several law enforcement agencies quickly launched an investigation that led to the arrest. READ FULL STORY »

May 8 2013 08:57 AM ET

Voice of Charlie Brown facing possible prison sentence for stalking

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The man who was the voice of Charlie Brown in several Peanuts television shows faces possible prison time for stalking and threatening his former girlfriend and a plastic surgeon who had given her a breast enhancement.

Peter Robbins is scheduled to appear in San Diego Superior Court on Wednesday for sentencing. He pleaded guilty last month.

Prosecutors say the 56-year-old called his former girlfriend up to 37 times in a 24-hour period, saying he would kill her and her son if she did not give back his dog and car. They say Robbins repeatedly called the plastic surgeon to demand a refund for the breast enhancement.

The Oceanside resident is best known for his portrayal of Charlie Brown on the TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas.

May 7 2013 05:19 PM ET

DJ Peter Rauhofer dies at 48

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Internationally known DJ and producer Peter Rauhofer died today at 48 from complications from brain cancer, according to a message posted on his Facebook.

The message reads:

“Today the music industry has lost one of it’s true heroes. With a heavy heart I must now report that Peter Rauhofer has lost his battle with brain cancer. He passed quietly today and is survived by his mother, Helga, who resides in Austria. She will transport Peter back home to his final resting place there, but to all that knew Peter, his heart will always be in New York City. It makes me sad, not only that I have lost a friend, but that the world has lost an amazing talent and that future generations will never get to understand the magic that Peter created night after night all over the world. He is gone too soon but we will always have the vast body of music that Peter left for us. Through his music, Peter will live forever. The brightest stars always burn out too soon. Peter, you were loved and you will be terribly missed. Goodbye my friend. Please rest in peace knowing that you have brought so much joy to so many of us. I ask that his true fans keep his legacy alive by sharing his music with anyone who may not have had the opportunity to experience it for themselves.” READ FULL STORY »

May 7 2013 10:33 AM ET

Margaret Groening, inspiration for Marge Simpson, dies

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Margaret Ruth Groening, mother to The Simpsons creator Matt Groening and inspiration for the character of Marge, has passed away at age 94, according to an obituary in The Oregonian.

Many of the names mentioned in the obit will sound familiar to fans of Springfield. Born Margaret Wiggum, she married high-school classmate Homer Groening, “whom she chose because he made her laugh the most.” She is survived by her brother, Arnold; her children, Mark, Matt, Lisa and Maggie; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The Oregonian points out that while Groening never went by Marge, that “didn’t stop fans from equating her with the ever-tolerant, ever-doting mother on The Simpsons.”

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May 7 2013 08:49 AM ET

'Girls Gone Wild' founder convicted, could get five-year prison sentence

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Girls Gone Wild founder Joe Francis was found guilty Monday of misdemeanor counts of assault and false imprisonment stemming from a dispute with three women after a night out at a Hollywood club in 2011.

Los Angeles City Attorney Carmen Trutanich said in a statement that after a two-week trial, a jury convicted the 40-year-old Francis of three counts of false imprisonment, one count of assault causing great bodily injury and one count of dissuading a witness. He faces a maximum of five years in prison. A hearing to schedule his sentencing was set for Wednesday. READ FULL STORY »

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