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John Travolta massage lawsuit dismissed

One of two assault accusers drops case against the actor

Is everyone following the major scandal involving actor John Travolta? In short (because really, I could be here all day explaining this), two masseurs have filed lawsuits against Travolta, claiming he "acted improperly" during private massage sessions. FYI: I'm keeping this PG-13, just so you know, but wow the allegations are pretty explosive, and completely scandalous. Through his attorney, Travolta has strongly denied the claims.

Things happen so quickly in this case, it's hard to keep track, but I'm trying. And just today, a major new development leads me to believe that the case against Travolta is totally starting to fall apart: One of the two masseurs involved in these lawsuits reportedly dropped his case.
OK, here's what went down today: Reports say a massage therapist who filed suit against John Travolta for allegedly assaulting him during a massage session at the Beverly Hills Hotel back in January of this year filed papers dismissing the suit. He's known only as John Doe Number One, by the way -- no names revealed.

People magazine quotes John Doe Number One's attorney, Okorie Okorocha, as saying, "Let's just say we had differences in opinion of how to handle the case and decided to part ways." In other words, it's highly possible that there wasn't enough evidence to support John Doe Number One's claims against Travolta.

This isn't over yet for John Travolta, though: A second massage therapist claims he was sexually assaulted by Travolta during a massage session in Atlanta (also in January). That plaintiff's lawsuit (to the tune of $2 million) is apparently still on the table (so to speak).

Given what happened today, with the first "John Doe" apparently opting to have the case dismissed, it's difficult to believe that these claims are true, don't you think?

Reese Witherspoon's dad accused of bigamy

Family drama is the last thing she needs

Reese Witherspoon makes headlines no matter what she does. Most recently, she's been splashed across all the celebrity gossip headlines because she and her husband, Jim Toth, are expecting their first child. Everyone loves a good baby bump watch, after all. Now, however, Reese is grabbing headlines for an entirely different reason: Her mother claims that her father is guilty of bigamy.

Yowza! Apparently, the family drama is playing out in court in Reese's home state of Tennessee. Her mom claims that her dad married another woman while he was still married to her. Following this? Yeah, it's a scandalous story, for sure, and it's also terribly sad.Poor Reese Witherspoon: This kind of nasty family spat is probably the last thing she needs right now. The stress of dealing with the drama isn't good for her, or her unborn child. Nevertheless, it's happening, so she's going to have to deal with it, like it or not. At this point, she hasn't issued any kind of statement. She may opt to stay out of it (good idea) or she'll issue a statement asking that everyone respect her family's privacy.

Unfortunately, that's not going to happen. This story is simply too big. Here's the gist of what's going on: Reese Witherspoon's mother, Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Witherspoon, claims that her husband, Dr. John Witherspoon, committed bigamy because he married another woman (Tricianne Taylor) while they were still legally married. Reese's mom wants the marriage annulled.

And this story takes a terribly sad turn, too. Betty Witherspoon claims her husband is suffering from dementia. She's apparently very concerned that this woman, Tricianne Taylor, is preying on her spouse's fragile state. She says he's altered his will, for example. Reese's mother adds that when she asked John Witherspoon about his latest marriage, "...he said he didn't know who Tricianne Taylor was and that he did not remember getting married."

This is just tragic, no matter who is right or wrong. Anyone who has ever dealt with this level of family drama knows it's impossible not to worry yourself sick about it. This looks like the kind of situation that will drag through the courts for a while. It might get even nastier, and because the Witherspoon's daughter is so famous, it'll play out in public. Here's hoping for a quick resolution, for Reese Witherspoon's sake, and for the sake of her whole family.

Tracy Morgan hospitalized in Denver

Actor and comedian got sick while in town for a show

Tracy Morgan just cannot catch a break. The 30 Rock star apparently got very sick over the weekend, while he was in Denver, Colorado. He was briefly hospitalized, but he's now out, and back home in New York City. Morgan's health scares are starting to make me very nervous -- he's having a lot of problems.

This is the second time this year that Tracy Morgan has had issues with altitude: He also fell ill and had to be hospitalized back in January in Park City, Utah (where he was attending the Sundance Film Festival). Should fans be seriously worried?

To be fair, a lot of people have trouble with altitude sickness, and this sounds like what's happening to Tracy Morgan. Anyone who's ever had a bout with it won't ever forget it. I got very, very sick years ago when, in the course of one day, we flew into Denver and promptly drove to Pike's Peak the next morning. Bad idea. The headache, nausea and body aches were unreal. It took me days to recover -- and of course, it ruined our vacation. And yes, it felt very much like the worst case of the flu I've ever had.

Tracy Morgan's situation sounds a lot more serious, though. According to TMZ, Morgan was quickly brought to a local hospital as soon as he got sick, where he was treated "for flu-like symptoms and dehydration." All of that sounds consistent with a nasty case of altitude sickness, especially since he also got sick in Park City earlier this year.

Unfortunately, Morgan's comedy show in Denver was canceled. That's not the most important thing, though. What's important is that he was treated promptly and that he's back in NYC. Hopefully, he's feeling better by now, whether it's the flu or altitude sickness -- or both. Get well soon!

The Octomom – Slipping Down fast

Bankruptcy Topless pics and possible Porn Shoots

We haven’t heard from the Octomom in a while now. Following our initial shock of her decisions, her fame quickly dwindled. She is now once again bringing in media attention as a result of her continuous bad decisions.

If you recall, the Octomom used vitro fertilization to conceive and eventually deliver eight infants. This decision was made while she already had six children, of which three had developmental disorders. She made this decision while unemployed, living on food stamps and welfare along with financial aid for school.

All things considered, it isn’t all that surprising that she has filed a $1 million bankruptcy. She has also taken topless photo shots for a British magazine and has been negotiating the possibility of stepping into the porn industry. So far there has been some interest yet nothing concrete. Her interest in porn is mainly financially motivated as she is now looking for any options that are available to save her children.

This entire story is rather sad and may possibly end in with a negative impact that will affect 14 children and one woman who allowed her emotional need to overstep logical sense. This is a woman who had six children that she couldn’t afford and yet decided to have more. Not one at a time, this would have allowed for some form of adjustment with each additional child. This woman went all in and had eight at once. At the time of her delivery many people including myself were a little outraged at the burden to the state she had created. I am once again a little outraged at her latest burden. $1 million in debt forgiven just like that. Who even has $1 million in debt?

Is Demi Lovato a good choice for 'X Factor'?

Demi and Miley Cyrus reportedly vying for judge's chair

Fans of teen singing sensation Demi Lovato are no doubt in quite a frenzy today, with word that their idol might wind up taking a seat as a judge on the X Factor. Is the Disney star (and tabloid regular) a good choice? After Simon Cowell ditched last season's judges, including Paula Abdul and Nicole Scherzinger, he's got to do something. Getting a huge name like Demi would bring in younger viewers, for sure.

Apparently, Demi Lovato isn't the only young Hollywood star being considered. Miley Cyrus' name is also being tossed around as a potential new judge. Until a deal is signed, sealed and delivered, I'm thinking anything could happen. Demi isn't as well known as some, but her stint in rehab and her emotional troubles are well-documented. This might be a good chance to continue polishing her image a little.
At this point, we already know the upcoming second season of the US X Factor is going to be very, very big. Why? Because one of the new judges is none other than Britney Spears. So let's take stock: The judges we know so far are Simon Cowell (check), record executive L.A. Reid (check) and now, Britney Spears (check). Britney might be able to lure younger viewers, but Simon's obviously thinking they'll need more. It makes sense to bring on someone like Demi Lovato, or possibly Miley Cyrus.

Earlier this week, The Hollywood Reporter cited sources (anonymous, of course), as saying that a deal to bring Demi Lovato on as an X Factor judge was being closed, though it "is not yet done and could fall apart." Demi is red-hot at the moment, and she'd definitely make for a well-rounded X Factor judges panel.

I'm not the biggest Demi Lovato fan, but I think at this point, anything is better than last season. I really never felt like Nicole and/or Paula brought much to the table, aside from all the crying jags (which were super annoying). As long as Lovato doesn't cry too much, I'll go with whatever Simon Cowell decides.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Spent the Weekend Together

Are they really just friends, or something more?

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis continue to insist they are just old friends, but rumors surrounding the pair continue. Are they, in fact, way more than just buddies? The friends spent the weekend together, taking a trip along the gorgeous California coastline and that's got tongues wagging all over Hollywood.

Of course, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher did co-star together for years on the Fox comedy series That 70s Show, so it is possible they're just close friends who are enjoying a little time catching up via a nice weekend road trip. Anyone else think that something else is happening?Here's the thing: It's not crazy to think that two people who are merely friends would spend the weekend together. Crazier things have happened. But given that these two (supposed) friends are two of the hottest actors in Hollywood - well, there's bound to be a lot of wild speculation.

According to TMZ, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher spent a lot of time together in the tiny coastal town of Carpenteria, California, this past weekend. Photos show the dressed-down pair hitting up a Starbucks together and having lunch at a local sushi restaurant. Ashton and Mila are also seen buying some sunflowers and blueberries from a van in town (sounds like a cool Cali weekend thing to do). And yeah, while this proves absolutely nothing, it does make you wonder whether these hot, young, single actors are hooking up.

If Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis were a couple, would that be so bad? As I mentioned before, they are both single. A rep for Kunis said last week that the pair were just friends, after Mila and Ashton were spotted having dinner with former That 70s Show cast members Laura Prepon and Wilmer Valderrama.

Are they dating? That's what everyone wants to know. Given how much time these two are spending together, it's not far-fetched to think the answer is "yes." Stay tuned!

Jennifer Love Hewitt, a natural beauty without makeup

Posts makeup-free photo: seeking attention or proving she's just like us?

What is it with celebrities who post photos of themselves without any makeup on? It's fascinating to me, and I don't really understand why. Every week, it seems, we get a new headline and/or photo of Hot Celebrity Sans Makeup, and I always, I mean always, read/look/gawk. Do I secretly hope they look terrible, so I'll feel better about myself?

Probably not. I've reached the age where I'm pretty OK with how I look. You work with what you've got, after all. I suppose this is a question for a therapist, so for now, let's take a look at this week's makeup-free A-lister: Jennifer Love Hewitt!Earlier this week, Jennifer Love Hewitt tweeted a photo of herself wearing no makeup. Yay for Twitter, because this kind of thing happens all the time. To be fair, the 33-year-old Hewitt looks amazingly fresh-faced and, dare I say, actually better without all the war paint?! She easily looks 10 years younger. In fact, of all the celebrities I've seen in photos without makeup, JLH looks the best. She beats the (always stunning) Sofia Vergara, and a host of other bare-faced beauties who opt to go au natural.

Here's my question: When a celebrity tweets out a makeup-free photo, are they trying to prove something to us? What's the motivation, exactly? I mean, I don't see a lot of my friends posting "Look! No makeup!" photos on my Facebook feed. Are they simply trying to prove that they're regular people under all of that red carpet glamour?

I'd love to hear what others think about this phenomenon. Attention-seeking behavior, or something else?

Drew Barrymore spotted with baby bump

Actress still hasn't confirmed her pregnancy, but she definitely looks pregnant

As of right now, actress Drew Barrymore has not confirmed rampant rumors that she's pregnant. One look at recent photos of Drew tells the story, though: She's either gaining a bit of weight in a (very) specific area of her midsection, or she's expecting!

Drew Barrymore and her fiance, Will Kopelman, were followed by paparazzi as they enjoyed a little couple time together on Monday. The pair had breakfast at Little Dom's in Los Feliz, California, and then hit the streets. Call me crazy (it wouldn't be the first time, believe me), but I'm almost sure Drew is preggers. And to me, it sure doesn't look like she's trying to hide it!

Hopefully Drew Barrymore will issue her own statement about whether she is or isn't pregnant. I don't blame her for wanting a little bit of privacy, but given her celebrity status, we all know that's not going to happen. She's on "bump watch" now, and that means that the photographers will document her every move for the next several months.

Now the question becomes: If Drew Barrymore and Will Kopelman get married before the baby arrives, or after? According to US Weekly, they'll say their vows before the baby is born. Drew's wedding dress, according to the magazine, "will be Chanel," which isn't surprising at all, given that Will Kopelman's father was Chanel's CEO. Yep, solid idea to go all-out with Chanel!

What a year 2012 has turned out to be for Drew Barrymore! She just got engaged back in January, and now she's (possibly) expecting a baby. The 37-year-old actress seemingly has it all. Congratulations to the happy couple!

P Diddy trespasser lives the Life

Quamine Taylor was picked up for trespassing in P Diddy's East Hampton home. This wasn't the ordinary trespassing situation. No, Taylor went all in and ate P Diddys food, drank from his bar and even went as far as putting on his clothes. Taylor has officially given new meaning to the term “crazed Fan”.

According to recent reports, Taylor hung out living the life for over 24 hours. While in custody Taylor admitted that he had been in P Diddy's home numerous times dating as far back as 2001. Taylor could be a crazed fan, a party boy looking to live it up in the real life or an up close and personal stalker, but either way, this story is a bit creepier than the typical trespasser.

Taylor has been able to get in to P Diddy's house on each occasion with ease. In the event that he has accidentally signaled the alarms, he simply convinced the alarm dispatcher that he had every right to be there and that he was a part of P Diddy's regular entourage. It just may be time for P Diddy to reevaluate his security and seek out a company that will follow standard protocol.

Taylor claims that he simply wanted a quiet place to go and get away, that this was in no way a fan based intrusion. This claim differs from his mother's claim that Taylor grew up listening to P Diddy's music, has a history of mental illness and has recently quit taking his required medication. In general, it sounds like P Diddy has a new stalker fan.

Miley Cyrus says she's not anorexic

Star definitely looks leaner, but does that mean she has an eating disorder?

Miley Cyrus definitely looks thinner in recent photos. That, of course, has led to speculation that the singer and actress might be suffering from an eating disorder. Now, Cyrus is speaking out about the controversy, saying no, she doesn't have anorexia.

Cyrus is often photographed leaving the gym after intense workouts. She's known to be a fan of Pilates, which does shape a person up quickly, but just because she looks leaner, it doesn't necessarily mean someone is anorexic. Hopefully Miley's taking care of herself!

As it turns out, Miley Cyrus might have a good reason for looking a tad thinner: She recently tweeted that she has a health condition that's changed the way she eats. On April 8, Cyrus took to her Twitter account to explain, saying:

For everyone calling me anorexic I have a gluten and lactose allergy. It's not about weight it's about health. Gluten is crapppp anyway!

If Miley is indeed adjusting her diet to exclude gluten, she's likely eating far fewer carbs. Not eating carbs, and generally eating healthier for that matter, can slim a person down pretty quickly -- especially someone as young as Cyrus (she's only 19). Her metabolism is probably taking over in a major way. Combine that with Pilates, and you've got a recipe for an awesome, healthy, lean figure.

To be fair, while I'll agree that Miley Cyrus definitely looks thinner than ever, I don't think she looks sickly thin. She still has a killer figure, it just looks slimmer. I think it's great that she's responding so quickly to recent speculation about her weight, too. Whether she likes it or not (and she probably doesn't), Miley is a role model for young girls, and it's always best to promote good health!

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