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New Fun Family-Friendly Attractions at Disney World

As if the average family didn’t have enough to do at the “House of Mouse,” Walt Disney World just unveiled a new attraction that’s sure to have your young songbirds hitting a high note. Saturday marked the grand opening of Disney World’s brand-new “The American Idol Experience” attraction, and just like the TV show it is a huge hit. In one day alone, more than 7,000 people filled Disney’s venue for the sing-off. The competition is modeled after the mega-popular “American Idol” television show and features seven preliminary shows per day, plus a finale. Disney execs classify the “Experience” as … Continue reading →

American Idol Updates

It is that time of year! No, I don’t mean Christmas, I mean time for the excitement of the upcoming “American Idol” season, which will start on January 19th. As might be expected, “American Idol” has been in the news lately, for good or for bad. Paula Abdul has put her house up for sale after “American Idol” contestant Paula Goodspeed committed suicide in her car outside the house. Word is that Paula doesn’t feel safe in the house any longer. There was also talk of her blaming “American Idol” producers for not further protecting her from rabid fans. She … Continue reading →

Celebrity Financial Woes

From the top of the heap to the bottom of the barrel. If you thought celebrities were immune to the economic crisis, think again. According to reports, American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino has become another victim of the tanking housing market. News reports say one of the Charlotte, North Carolina homes owned by the singer is being auctioned off to reimburse a loan that was used to pay her taxes. Broward Energy Partners reportedly agreed to pay more than $68,000 of the award-winning singer’s taxes in 2006, but now they say they have not been fully compensated. Execs with the … Continue reading →

More on the Paula Abdul Suicide

There were some disturbing new revelations in the Paula Abdul suicide case today. PEOPLE magazine is reporting that Paula Goodspeed sent Paula Abdul flowers last week. But, rather than sending them from herself, she signed the card “Hope you’re doing great. Here’s my new cell number, Love, J.T.” It seems as if it was a desperate attempt by Goodspeed to get Abdul to call her. By signing “J.T.” to the card, Abdul thought the flowers were from J.T. Torregiani. (Photo by Alan Light and licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 License) But, I guess celebs have experience with this sort … Continue reading →

Former “American Idol” Contestant Found Dead Outside of Paula Abdul’s Home

In what’s being categorized as a “sad incident” by law enforcement officers, the body of a former “American Idol” contestant was found dead in a car near Paula Abdul’s Los Angeles home. According to news reports, 30-year-old Paula Goodspeed overdosed on drugs shortly after she parked her vehicle on a street outside of Abdul’s house Tuesday night. The Season 5 contestant was said to have been infatuated with the “American Idol” judge. Police say they found Goodspeed’s car (which featured the license plate “ABL LV”) parked a few yards from Abdul’s L.A. home. Officers confirm that the vehicle was registered … Continue reading →

Pop Culture Potpourri: “Sex and the City” Sequel and a Split That Works

Hit me baby one more time. It’s semi-official: The girls from “Sex and the City” will be reuniting on the big screen yet again. At least according to Kim Cattrall. The actress who played Samantha in the HBO series and this year’s mega-successful “Sex and the City: The Movie,” confirmed to British news reporters that a sequel is in the works. The 52-year-old actress revealed that she is “thrilled” to be giving the fans what they want. “The fans keep saying, ‘Yes, one more,’” Cattrall told reporters. “The movie was so much fun to do and be part of again.” … Continue reading →

Celebrity Hookups: Country Crooner, TV Doc and Major Movie Star

Did you hear the one about the gorgeous country music singer, who gets dumped by her pro football player boyfriend, then hooks up with a real-life doctor, who shot to fame on a reality TV show and is now starring in a syndicated talk show? It’s a classic Hollywood hook-up. Several news outlets are reporting that “American Idol” champ Carrie Underwood has moved on from her failed relationship with Dallas Cowboy quarterback Tony Romo (Jessica Simpson’s current beau) and is dating doctor and television personality Travis Stork. The 25-year-old singer has reportedly been seeing the 36-year-old former “Bachelor” star for … Continue reading →

Star Updates: Jennifer Hudson Offers $100 Grand to Find Nephew and Amy Poehler Gives Birth

Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson wants to find her missing 7-year-old nephew now. The singer turned actress is hoping a $100,000 reward for his safe return will encourage someone with information on his whereabouts to come forward. According to police, the former “American Idol” contestant put up the reward money early Sunday along with a posting on her MySpace blog pleading with fans to help in the search for her beloved young nephew Julian King. The boy has been missing since Friday, the day his 57-year-old grandmother, Darnell Donerson and his 29-year-old uncle, Jason Hudson (Hudson’s mother and brother), were found … Continue reading →

Oscar Winner’s Mother and Brother Shot to Death

Imagine being in Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Hudson’s shoes today. The former “American Idol” contestant just reached a new career high–her song “Spotlight” is No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop charts; she is currently promoting her hit film “The Secret Life of Bees,” in which she stars with Alicia Keys, Queen Latifah and Dakota Fanning; and she just got engaged. Then, late yesterday she gets word (from a member of the paparazzi no less) that her mother and brother have been brutally shot to death in her hometown of Chicago. From the highest highs to the lowest lows, in the … Continue reading →

Reality Updates: Top Chef Engaged, a VP Dancer, and Idol Gets a Record Deal

Sam Talbot, a Bravo’s “Top Chef” finalist, has announced his engagement. Sam and his Columbian girlfriend Paola Guerro became engaged this past weekend. They met in Brazil on Talbot’s 30th birthday. As of right now, there is no set wedding date. Guerra is a model and t-shirt designer who Talbot says is “amazing” and “stunning.” Sam is not so bad himself, providing eye candy for the ladies in season 2. Sam is currently the executive chef of Surf Lodge in Montauk, NY. That is in the Hamptons for those not in the know. Could there be a presidential tone to … Continue reading →