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Tyler Perry Returns to Spotlight with New Play

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Tyler Perry is coming to a town near you!

The actor/producer/director announced the details of his new play on his website.

"'Madea's Big Happy Family' is my new play. Trust me when I tell you, I need to laugh and make you laugh even harder. All I want to say is that if you have not seen 'Madea' live on stage you haven't seen Madea at all," Perry writes.

'Madea's Big Happy Family' debuts Jan. »


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Ivana Trump Kicked Off Flight in Florida

17 hours ago

Ivana Trump was removed from a Delta flight departing Palm Beach International Airport for New York City on Saturday.

In a statement, a Palm Beach Sheriff's Office spokesperson says the socialite was unhappy about her seat and became irritated by children running up and down the airplane's aisle. Trump, 60, began cursing at the children and fellow passengers.

The statement says, "She was so belligerent toward other passengers and crew that the plane returned to the terminal. »


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Jon Gosselin's NYC Apartment Robbed

18 hours ago

Reality TV dad Jon Gosselin found his New York City apartment had been burglarized while he was in Pennsylvania celebrating Christmas with his eight children.

"[He] called me this afternoon... when he entered his apartment in Manhattan and was horrified, disheartened and saddened to observe the devastation of his furniture, clothing and personal belongings, which were apparently slashed with a butcher knife by a very troubled and sick perpetrator," Gosselin's lawyer, Mark Jay Heller, said in a statement Saturday. »


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Comics Serve Food and Laughs for Homeless on Christmas

26 December 2009 12:02 PM, PST

Comedians including Dane Cook, Paul Rodriguez, Jeffrey Ross and Larry Miller helped make Christmas special for the homeless at Hollywood's famous Laugh Factory on Friday.

The comedy club opened its doors on Dec. 25 for the Annual Toy Giveaway and Free Christmas Dinner. Meals were served four times during the day and guests were able to enjoy a live comedy show while they ate their meal.

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Report: Weapon Involved in Charlie Sheen Arrest

26 December 2009 11:23 AM, PST

An unknown weapon was reportedly involved in the dispute that put actor Charlie Sheen behind bars in Aspen Friday.

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Sheen, 44, was arrested on charges of second-degree assault and menacing along with criminal mischief.

An Aspen Police Department spokesperson tells E! News the count does involve "a weapon of some sort."

The "Two and a Half Men" star was initially held in the Pitkin County Jail. He posted an $8,500 bond Friday »


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Lady Gaga is Nye's Hottest Ticket

26 December 2009 6:33 AM, PST

Eccentric songstress Lady Gaga is ringing in 2010 on top!

Sales from NewYearsEve.com estimate the "Bad Romance" singer's Dec. 31 show at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach is the hottest ticket for New Year's Eve.

See some of Lady Gaga's wildest outfits

The New York Post reports Lady Gaga, 23, is getting about $300,000 for the party.

Tickets for the bash doesn't come cheap. General admission is $425 while pool cabanas cost $25,000 and have already sold out.

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Charlie Sheen Spends Christmas in Jail

25 December 2009 5:40 PM, PST

Charlie Sheen was arrested Friday in Aspen on charges related to an alleged case of domestic violence.

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An Aspen police spokesperson tells the AP Sheen was arrested on charges of second-degree assault and menacing along with criminal mischief.

Police say the alleged victim didn't have to be taken to the hospital. That person's name was not released, but RadarOnline.com is reporting the victim is Sheen's wife Brooke Mueller.

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Win It! Napa Valley Getaway

25 December 2009 1:26 PM, PST

"Extra" is giving away a wonderful weekend getaway to Solage Calistoga resort in California's Napa Valley. One "Extra" friend will win two nights in the Capella suite, dining at Solbar, wine tasting at Revana Family Vineyards and spa treatments!

Sign up to be an "Extra" friend and enter the secret word from Friday's show for your chance to win this ultimate retreat! »

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Jolie, Pitt Donate $100,000 to Orphan Children

25 December 2009 9:00 AM, PST

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are truly giving back this holiday season.

The couple donated $100,000 to support the American SOS Children's Villages for Christmas. The organization is dedicated to the long-term care of orphaned and abandoned children.

The megastars adopted three of their six children. Maddox, 8, Zahara, 4, and Pax, 6, all spent time in orphanages overseas.

In a statement, Jolie said, "We have seen first-hand the remarkable job SOS does to raise orphaned and abandoned children and keep families together. »


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Brittany Murphy Laid to Rest in L.A.

25 December 2009 6:55 AM, PST

The funeral for Brittany Murphy was held at twilight on Thursday.

The actress' mother Sharon, husband Simon Monjack and close friends attended the invite-only ceremony at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in L.A. Murphy's father, Angelo Bertolotti, did not attend the funeral.

In July, a private memorial service for Michael Jackson was also held at Forest Lawn in L.A. Other stars buried there include Bette Davis, Lucille Ball, Freddie Prinze and John Ritter.

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10 Things You Didn't Know about Tom Cruise

25 December 2009 5:16 AM, PST

Find out facts about Tom Cruise, like which actor he's related to on "Lost" and more!

10 Things You Didn't Know about Tom Cruise10. Screen Name

Tom Cruise was born Thomas Cruise Mapother IV on July 3, 1962.

9. Parents

Cruise was 11 when his parents divorced in 1974.

8. Family Ties

Cruise’s cousin actor William Mapother played Ethan Rom on ABC’s “Lost.”

7. Extracurriculars

Cruise knew he wanted to go into acting after starring in his high school’s production of “Guys and Dolls, »


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Eva Longoria and Tony Parker Spoof 'Grease'

25 December 2009 5:03 AM, PST

Flashback to Rydell High in 1959!

Eva Longoria Parker put on a blonde wig and poodle skirt while hubby Tony Parker slipped on a leather jacket and greaser wig to perform "Summer Nights" from the classic musical "Grease." Click here to see the video.

See more photos of Eva and Tony

The actress and NBA star played Sandy Olsson and Danny Zuko in a video on Parker's website to kick off a challenge for fans.

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Tips from Little Friends Fine Art Pet Photography

24 December 2009 11:47 AM, PST

Seth Castillo specializes in pet portraits and he has tips for getting the perfect shot!

Tip 1. A good location. Castillo says, "It could be your house, it could be a park, it could be a beach."

Tip 2. You need the right attitude. He explains, "You have to have good energy to get good photos."

Tip 3. Check out LittleFriendsPhoto.com for more photos!

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Susan Sarandon's Rep Denies Boyfriend Rumors

24 December 2009 10:26 AM, PST

Immediately after Susan Sarandon and partner Tim Robbins announced their split on Wednesday, rumors surfaced that the actress is dating her 31-year-old business partner, Jonathan Bricklin.

See more couples that called it quits this year

"The rumors are absolutely untrue," Sarandon's rep Teal Cannaday told ABCNews.com.

Bricklin, an aspiring filmmaker, co-owns the hip ping pong club SPiN New York with Sarandon. This month, the two appeared in a segment about SPiN on CBS News Sunday Morning »


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Brittany Murphy's Father Won't Attend Funeral

24 December 2009 8:55 AM, PST

Brittany Murphy will be laid to rest on Thursday in L.A., but her father says he will not be present for the funeral.

"If I wanted to go, I would go, but I don't want to see her that way," Angelo Bertolotti tells E! News. "She was flawless to me. She was a little bright child. I have only good memories about her. She's a memory to me now. To me she's off making a movie somewhere. »


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Jessica Simpson Gets Ready For Spring with Swimsuit Line

24 December 2009 8:00 AM, PST

She's designed shoes, bags and jewelry -- now it's time for bikinis! Jessica Simpson is launching a new collection of swimwear on Dec. 30.

"My spring collection was inspired by my favorite vacations and the jet-setting getaways I dream about," Simpson tells Styleist.com. The singer, 29, describes the line as "fun and flirty, but still so classic."

The Jessica Simpson for Red Carter line will be available at JessicaSimpsonCollection.com.

See photos of Jessica's sexy curves »


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The Best Christmas Movies of All Time

24 December 2009 4:54 AM, PST

"Extra's" counting down the best Christmas movies to watch while you anxiously await Santa and his sleigh!

The Best Christmas Movies of All TimeThe Polar Express, 2004

On Christmas Eve, a boy who is hoping to believe in the magic of Christmas boards a train that’s headed to the North Pole. The film, starring Tom Hanks, is an adaptation of the beloved book by Chris Van Allsburg.

The Santa Clause, 1994

Tim Allen stars as Scott Calvin, »


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John Kerry's Wife Being Treated for Breast Cancer

23 December 2009 3:55 PM, PST

On Wednesday, Teresa Heinz revealed she's currently battling breast cancer and she remains optimistic.

"The cancer was detected at an early stage thanks to a mammogram and the work of a remarkable physician who insisted on investigating beyond what the mammogram could show," Heinz, 71, writes in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. "I have had two operations and my prognosis for a full recovery is good."

Heinz, wife of Sen. John Kerry, was diagnosed just before the new »


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Britney Spears Calls Abortion Story B.S.

23 December 2009 1:38 PM, PST

Superstar Britney Spears has issued a "Bs Alert" on her website -- and she's not referring to her initials.

See photos of Britney during her comeback

A story in the National Enquirer claims Spears, 28, reunited with ex husband Kevin Federline, 31, two years ago and the singer subsequently got pregnant. The tabloid says Spears terminated her pregnancy and now she really regrets it.

See photos of Britney's hair over the years

Spears and Federline officially divorced in Nov. »


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Airplane Infection Horror Stories

23 December 2009 1:29 PM, PST

Frequent flier Pamela Fuertes caught a bacterial infection while flying from Miami to Milan. Now she's sharing her story with "Extra" and letting you know how to protect yourself from the dangers of the dirty skyways.

And for even more travel tips from the best in the travel business, go to PeterGreenberg.com

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