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Ryan Seacrest Thinks Ellen Will Change Sexual Tension on Show

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Music, Television, Rumors

Ellen DeGeneres will join Idol panelMan of a million jobs Ryan Seacrest says that the new American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres will change the “sexual tension” on the show.

The host is very pleased that the openly gay star is joining the judging panel—which also includes Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi—because she will bring a new dynamic to the series.

“We love Ellen, she is a superstar. She will change the sexual tension. Simon and Paula had a specific sort of tension, but this will be quite different.”

Although Ryan is excited about Ellen’s arrival, judge Randy insists she has a lot to learn from himself, Simon and Kara: “She’ll be following my lead, I’ve told her to watch the dog.”

Ellen is taking Paula Abdul‘s spot on the TV talent show, and will join the panel after the audition rounds are completed.

“This is so exciting for me. Hopefully, I will be the people’s point of view because I’m just like everyone at home, I sit their and I watch it. I’m not looking at it in a critical way from the producer’s mind. I’m looking at it as a person who is going to buy the music and is going to relate to that person,” Ellen said.


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Colbert Nation to Earn a Place Among the Stars?

Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Television

Stephen ColbertNASA wasn’t prepared for the power of the Colbert Nation. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration recently held a naming contest for the new room of the international space station. Apparently, the government agency never heard about the late night host’s influence over his fans.

When caught wind of the write-in invitation that NASA instigated to get ideas, the host urged his viewers into action. NASA picked the name Serenity for the new room - but votes for Colbert outnumbered the choice by 230,539 votes.

NASA, of course, has the final vote on naming the room…but a quarter million fans isn’t exactly the set you want to anger. John Yembrick, spokesman for NASA, says the room will be named in April and that the name winning the most votes will also get “the most consideration.”

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Sharks Don’t Like Ryan Seacrest, Either

Posted by Kathleen Kane Categories: Music, Television, Red Carpet, Editorials, Features

Ryan Seacrest gets bit by a shark!Even though I’m quite guilty of refreshing the E! Online site every five minutes or so, I felt utterly compelled to share a story that they actually consider noteworthy.

The short article centers about none other than their very own, multi-talented, workaholic Ryan Seacrest. Earlier today on his Los Angeles KIIS FM talk show, the American Idol host recalled his recent weekend “shark scare” with listeners: “I was bitten by a shark. It swam up to me, and it took a bite, and then he left.”

As if this couldn’t get even more exciting, Ryan revealed that the “predator” was about the size of a cat and that the incident occurred a whopping four feet from the shore.

Unsure of whether the writer’s sarcasm was lost to me on their site or not, Peter Gicas ends the news flash with a near-mocking “Proof positive that nothing—even a fanged fish—can keep our man down.” Thanks a lot for nothing, Mr. Jaws.

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Pat O’Brien Given Another Chance

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television, Drunk

The Insider teamDespite earlier reports that Pat O’Brien would be leaving his post on The Insider, it seems the show’s producers are being forced to return to square one.

For some time, it appeared that was being groomed to be ‘s new co-host.  Unfortunately, the performer decided he didn’t want to commit to anything more than just an interim position.  Realizing the entertainment program would not work with a solo anchor alone, the Insider‘s execs opted to give the recently rehabbed frontman one more try.

Come next Monday, we’ll get to see the refreshed Pat on air once again.  What we won’t see is him standing next to Spencer.  For the time being, O’Brien will do his share from Los Angeles while Lara continues her hosting duties from New York.  Apparently keeping him in California is the best thing for his sobriety.  (He really should be within driving distance of Promises.)

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Cat Deeley Shows Her Not-So-Sweet Side

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The always sunny Cat Deeley takes a much darker and sexier turn in a new photo spread for Arena magazine.

The British host of admitted that part of the reason she relocated to LA was because of a painful breakup.  Two years later—men take note - she’s still single.  (I’m sure last season’s contestant, Dominic, would still love to give her another hug.)

You can view more pics from Deeley’s shoot at the link below.  Otherwise, you can see her again when SYTYCD returns on May 28.

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Oprah Duped by Another Writer

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television

Oprah, James FreyUnless you’ve recently come out of hibernation, you were aware of the issue between and James Frey a while back.  After Winfrey selected his book, A MIllion Little Pieces, for her book club in October 2005, the talk show host was blindsided by controversial news:  the ‘memoir’ was partially made up.

Although it’s been over two years since Frey received a very public scolding from Oprah on her show, it seems the mogul’s peeps have not learned their lesson.  While you would think they had a very large fact-checking operation going on - heaven forbid she be embarrassed again - they’ve let another supposed ‘memoir’ get past their sensors.

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The Insider Drops Pat O’Brien

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television, Drunk, Rumors

Pat O'BrienWhat’s the best way to replace a lushy anchor?  You substitute him with a non-drinking Mormon.

Just last month, we told you about Pat O’Brien’s recent trip to rehab.  The Insider host, who made a living by talking about other celebrity issues, entered himself into treatment hoping to “maintain his sobriety.”  (In other words, he wanted to stop drunk-dialing again.)

Since O’Brien’s leave of absence, a variety of people have stepped in to fill his shoes on the entertainment program.  As of late, has not only been the main subject of the show’s daily stories, he’s been pulling double-duty as Lara Spencer’s co-host.  Now it seems that gig will become a permanent deal.  According to the New York Post, Donny will be taking advantage of his new found popularity (thanks Marie!) and become a regular fixture in our households.

As for O’Brien?  Paramount is apparently opting not to ‘renew’ his three-year contract.  (That sounds much better than being ‘fired’.)  I guess he’ll have a lot more time now to call a few friends.

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The Insider’s Pat O’Brien in Rehab

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Television, Drunk

Pat O'BrienApparently someone couldn’t handle another day of Danielynn coverage…

The Insider’s has once again become the focus of Hollywood news.  The entertainment/tabloid show host just readmitted himself into rehab for alcohol abuse.  This marks the second time in three years O’Brien has sought treatment for this problem.

Back in 2005, the 59-year-old hit rock bottom under very public circumstances.  Sexually explicit voicemails he recorded while under the influence somehow found their way on to the internet.  In an attempt to save face - and his job - O’Brien was forced to make a mea culpa on a primetime version of .

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