Celebrity News in Brief — Your Tabloid Rundown

  • Khloe Kardashian wasn’t surprised by KrisBruce Jenner’s separation. Contact Music 
  • Leighton Meester and Adam Brody are engaged. MTV
  • Kelly Rowland might be engaged. Hollywood Life
  • Eva Longoria debuted her new boyfriend. Wonderwall
  • Whitney Port is engaged. Popsugar
  • Is Harry Styles dating Kendall Jenner? Just Jared
  • Jessica Simpson has a very cute family. NYDN
  • Marc Anthony’s ex-wife wants more child support. WetPaint
  • Clint Eastwood’s daughter married Jonah Hill’s brother. USA Today
  • Macaulay Culkin has a new girlfriend. E! Online

AARP’s Movies For Grownups Film Festival Opens in Los Angeles — Magic Ensues

20 FEET FROM STARDOMThe AARP officially achieved the unachievable. In a bid to highlight “movies for grownups” at their first-ever film festival, they miraculously made their content appealing for the under 50 crowd as well. Every selected film was more moving than the next, and each airing was followed by a question and answer session from the stars themselves. In fact, when Julia Louis-Dreyfus offered inside insight into the inner-workings of James Gandolfini’s last film, I instantly pinched myself. And when Merry Clayton sang an A capella rendition of Bob Dylan’s ‘Times They Are a-Changin’ for the audience of ‘Twenty Feet From Stardom,’ I texted every person I knew in the music industry to brag.

There are moments when living in Los Angeles lives up to the Tinseltown tales you grew up hearing about. The AARP’s Movies for Grownups Film Festival was one of those times.

Angela Bassett Poses for JET Magazine — LOOKS STUNNING

Photo Courtesy of JET Magazine
Photo Courtesy of JET Magazine

Angela Bassett has been on my radar for years, not only for her acting chops, but for her unmatched beauty and killer bod. She posed for the cover of JET Magazine’s December 16th issue, and I’ve posted some notable quotes from her interview below.

Bassett on her children facing racism amongst peers:

“The kids were playing one day, and a blonde, blue-eyed girl said that she didn’t want my daughter to be a part of the family. My son stood up to her and asked the child how would she feel if she was treated like that, and the girl said ‘bad.’ They were only 4 years old at the time.”

Bassett on infertility:

“After trying and trying, I unfortunately couldn’t have my babies. It was my reality. I heard about the surrogate option and it worked out beautifully.”

Bassett on her public persona:

“I’m pretty sure that people think that I’m really serious. I know that they think I’m stern as well. People are always surprised that I’m actually fun, and not all stuck-up and mean!”

Kanye Reveals Bound 2 — And a Naked Kim Kardashian

Every ounce of my being wanted to hate on Kanye’s new video, mostly because he’s a bloated baby and my annoyance with his antics is at an all-time high. But just as Kanye’s a self-proclaimed “genius,” The Dishmaster is a self-proclaimed unbiased critic, and I simply have no choice but to give credit where credit due. I love the video. It’s artistic, it’s strange, and despite my Kim Kardashian fatigue, it’s clear she’s his inspirational muse, and I’ve slowly adjusted. Furthermore, I welcome curves in an industry saturated with pre-pubescent models. So there you have it. Watch Bound 2 below.

Lady Gaga Wants R. Kelly To “Do What He Wants” — Watch SNL Performance Now

For such a sexual song and dance, it’s ironic that Lady Gaga and R. Kelly have the sexual chemistry of mating snails. In fact, R. Kelly looked like he’d prefer not to touch Lady Gaga’s ass but thought, “Well, why not, it’s right in front of me.” Watch the very hilarious performance of ‘Do What You Want’ on Saturday Night Live.

Jimmy Kimmel Honored at Variety’s Power of Comedy event

Hollywood’s funnymen joined Guinness and Variety to to support Jimmy Kimmel, who was the Power of Comedy Award honoree at the 4th Annual Variety’s Power of Comedy event. The celebration benefited The Noreen Fraser Foundation, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to women’s cancer research. Enjoy pictures from the event below.

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Adam Carolla and Joel McHale
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Kevin Nealon
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Jimmy Kimmel and Molly McNearney
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Jimmy Kimmel
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Paul Scheer
Comedians get together to honor Jimmy Kimmel at the 4th Annual Variety's Power of Comedy event Joe Scarnici / Getty Images for Variety

Dana Gould
Variety's 4th Annual Power of Comedy presented by Xbox One Benefiting the Noreen Fraser Foundation - Guinness
Adam Pally, Adam Scott, & Paul Scheer

Alec Baldwin Under Fire — Leave the King of Comedy Alone

ALEC BALDWINI don’t know about you, but when my top’s about to blow, I definitely take the time to really think about insulting my opponent with the most class possible. It’s too bad Alec Baldwin lacks my lucky gift, especially when being accosted by vulturous photographers. After all, it’s okay to say the “F” word, as long as it’s not THAT “F” word.

And if you missed the made-for-TV take-down, Baldwin verbally berated a photographer who harassed him and his wife (newborn baby in tow), calling him a “c—k-sucking f****t.” Baldwin later claimed that his contentious remark was actually, “fathead,” which prompted GLAAD to explain that his adjective (that’s an adjective right?) was equally offensive. Baldwin’s daughter, Ireland Baldwin, has since come to his defense, explaining that her father is far from homophobic.

While I certainly don’t condone hateful speech, I also know that if you poke the bear, you should not be surprised when he uses his insult arsenal to rip off your head. Furthermore, this story should also focus on enacting anti-paparazzi laws to protect not only celebrities, but their families, and the innocent bystanders that get caught in the crossfire. Alec Baldwin’s talent is a gift, and I would prefer to get that gift as long as I can. If the public continues to pounce on this man, he’ll go away quietly, and I’ll be punished. Perhaps it’s time to get to the root of the problem, instead of just watering the poisonous plant.

EDITOR’S NOTE: THE DISHMASTER DOES NOT NOW, NOR HAVE I EVER, PUBLISHED PAPARAZZI PICTURES. THIS IS WHY. I’D ENCOURAGE MY PEERS TO FOLLOW SUIT.

Celebrity Instagram Pics — The Week’s Top Snaps

If you know The Dishmaster, then you know I have a strict policy against publishing paparazzi pictures. I will; however, publish pictures posted by the celebrities themselves, and you can often find some gems on instagram. I’ve posted this week’s top snaps below. Enjoy!

Photo courtesy of Casper Smart
Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart in Rome, sword-fighting in front of the legendary Coliseum. Photo courtesy of Casper Smart
Kristin Cavallari revealed her baby bump. Photo courtesy of Kristin Cavallari.
Kristin Cavallari revealed her baby bump. Photo courtesy of Kristin Cavallari.
Lindsay Lohan flashing artistic side boob. Photo coutesy of Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan flashing artistic side boob. Photo coutesy of Lindsay Lohan
Miranda Kerr in a nostalgic throwback to her Angels. Photo courtesy of Miranda Kerr
Miranda Kerr in a nostalgic throwback to her Angels. Photo courtesy of Miranda Kerr
Jessica Simpson looking slim for her Weight Watchers commercial. Photo Courtesy of Jessica Simpson.
Jessica Simpson looking slim for her Weight Watchers commercial. Photo Courtesy of Jessica Simpson.
Kelly Clarkson's wedding picture. Photo Courtesy of Kelly Clarkson.
Kelly Clarkson’s wedding picture. Photo Courtesy of Kelly Clarkson.

Celebrity News Stories — Your Week in a Nutshell

  • Did Robin Thicke hook up with Britney Spears? Life & Style.
  • Mariah Carey’s team released the wrong single. Rolling Stone
  • Andy Kaufman’s ex-girlfriend insists he’s dead. EntertainmentWise
  • Justin Bieber is at it again. TMZ
  • Khloe Kardashian is still airing her dirty laundry. WetPaint
  • Jessica Hart is an angry angel, and she hates Taylor Swift. Rumor Fix
  • Joanna Krupa is a child. Wonderwall
  • Melissa Rycroft revealed her baby’s sex. ICYDK
  • Katie Holmes may or may not have tweeted about Tom Cruise. Contact Music
  • Terrence Howard blames Robert Downey Jr. for his Iron Man oust. Moviefone
  • Miranda Kerr was caught in a photo frenzy. Celebuzz
  • Drake and Rihanna dropped 17K at a strip club. Bossip
  • Want to see Kim Kardashian without makeup? Cambio