DWTS’ Pro Kym Johnson Injured During Rehearsal With Hines Ward – UPDATED

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Extra reports that Dancing with the Stars pro Kym Johnson has been injured during rehearsals with her partner, Hines Ward, when the duo fell during rehearsals.

A rescue ambulance was dispatched to the DWTS rehearsal studios. Johnson was seen on a stretcher with an oxygen mask on her face as she was taken to the hospital.

Johnson’s rep told Extra, “Kym injured herself during rehearsals today, she was taken to hospital for precautionary measures, to assure she is OK.” 

UPDATE 5/15 5:10 PM PT: Hines Ward said via Facebook: “Man, Kym is a SOLDIER! She’s dancing in her neck brace and will not quit! I want to do my best for her because she’s busted her tail to get me where I am today. To me, she is one of us and exemplifies the Steeler way. So thanks the prayers and continue to keep voting for us because every point counts. When we get thru this week because of your VOTES, we intend to bring home the Mirror Ball!”

Kym Tweeted: “I feel so incredibly blessed and lucky not to be injured worse and to have the most caring sweet partner in Hines.. Love @mvp86hinesward”

UPDATE 5/14: Kym Tweetd: “I’m feeling better today and I am so happy my Mom is here with me. Thanks again everyone for all the lovely messages..”
UPDATE 5/13 8:45 PT: Kym just Tweeted:
“Thank you everyone for your concern, love and support. I’m a little shaken up, sore but I will be fine.”
“I want to give a special thanks to everyone at Cedar Sinai. The Doctors, Nurses and Staff were so amazing..”

Hines himself took to FB:
“I want to update you on my partner Kym. Kym was admitted to the hospital today after falling and injuring her neck during our practice. After several tests, she was cleared by the medical staff but she is bruised, sore and wearing a neck brace right now. Kym plans to continue with me in the competition and get back to rehearsals as soon as possible. Steeler Nation – please show her some love. She is awesome! Hines.”

So, there you have it, Kym is thankfully OK and the duo WILL continue in the competition. Get better Kym!

Confirmed! Ashton Kutcher To Replace Charlie Sheen On Two & A Half Men – How Much Will He Get Paid?

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This is surprising news, at least to me. Months and months of speculation surrounded the replacement of Charlie Sheen on Two and a Half Men, but one name that I never heard actually made the final cut.

CBS and Warner Bros. Television confirmed on Friday that Ashton Kutcher has been selected to play the sought-after role moving forward on the CBS hit comedy.

Kutcher said in a press conference: “I can’t wait to get to work with this ridiculously talented 2.5 team and I believe we can fill the stage with laughter that will echo in viewers’ homes. I can’t replace Charlie Sheen but I’m going to work my ass off to entertain the hell out of people!”

“We are so lucky to have someone as talented, joyful and just plain remarkable as Ashton joining our family,” said Chuck Lorre, the show’s creator and Executive Producer. He continued, “Added to that is the deep sigh of relief knowing that our family stays together. If I was any happier, it’d be illegal.”

Per TMZ, Kutcher will be bringing home between $625,000 – $900,000 per episode. Sheen was getting paid $1.25 million an episode.

Kutcher had a bit of fun on Twitter before CBS and Warner Bros. Television made the official announcement Friday. He sent this message via Twitter: “What’s the square root of 6.25?” I am not a math genius, but I do believe the answer may be 2.5.

Congrats Ashton. I will be looking forward to watching your beautiful face on TV from now on and on a weekly basis!
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Video: Pia Toscano Interview: “Trying To Find The Perfect Sound For My Album”

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Photo Credit: Parisa Michelle.

May 12, Hollywood, CA – The gorgeous Pia Toscano walked the red carpet at Samsung/AT&T’s “Infuse Your Imagination” event.

Pia gave CelebMagnet an interview (watch below), sharing her thoughts on the shocking James Durbin elimination on American Idol just moments before (She could not refer to James specifically since the episode had not yet aired on the west coast).
Pia also spoke about her upcoming album and the Idol tour. She said her album will be pop with an R&B flavor. About the tour, she is absolutely “giddy” about performing at the same venues where she watched Rihanna and Lady Gaga perform just a year ago.

Watch the full interview below.

Photo Credit: Wire Image

The Infuse Your Imagination event celebrated the launch of the Samsung Infuse 4G exclusively from AT&T – and featured a special private musical performance by Nicki Minaj. Full story/more pics from this event can be found here.
Photo Credit: Parisa Michelle
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SHOCKING VIDEO: James Durbin Voted Off American Idol

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On last night’s American Idol (May 12) results show, we got another shocker! James Durbin, the tender-hearted rocker expected by most to make it the finale, was voted off of the show after 72 million votes were cast (record voting ever for a Top 4 show).

It came down to Durbin and Scotty McCreery as the last two contestants standing together to learn their fate. But when it was all over, it was Durbin who was voted off and eliminated.

Right after the results show, I ran into McCreery who could not have been more thankful for your votes. He was on his way to have dinner with his family and fellow Idol, Lauren Alaina.

Watch the nail biter results for yourself below. And then, watch my red carpet interview with Pia Toscano to hear her thoughts on the shocking ouster. She could not name “James Durbin” specifically when discussing the “results” because the show had not yet aired on the west coast.

Scotty McCreery and me 🙂

Video: Scotty McCreery Is “Ready For Super Stardom”

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Scotty McCreery rendered a beautiful, moving and pitch perfect performance of Alan Jackson’s Where Were You? on May 11th’s American Idol.

Listen, I am not a connoisseur of conutry music by any means, but I know a damn good heartfelt performance when I see and hear one, and Scotty, you killed it for me!

The Idol judges agree:

Randy Jackson: “Dude, I think it’s the perfect song choice for where we are as a country. I applaud you for that. You set your mark on this stage this season. You are ready for super stardom and I hope you make it.”

Steven Tyler: “That was beautiful. I ditto what Randy said. Passion…that’s really important. I see it in your eyes.”

Jennifer Lopez: “I’m just in love with you. I can’t help it. What you stand for, what you bring to your music. I can tell you know who you are. I can tell you know what touches other people. It’s the mark of someone who is meant to do this. And I’m glad we’re here to witness it.”

For his second song, he sang a more up-tempo fun song by The Coasters Young Blood. Tyler said it best, “You made Gaga’s yaya go lala. How could you do that?” HUH?

Here is the performance:

Star Studded Red Carpet For Launch Of Samsung Infuse 4G: Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson, David Arquette, Ciara, Pia Toscano, Ron Artest, & More

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AROUND TOWN LOS ANGELES
May 12, 2011

Nicki Minaj performed a special private concert at “Infuse Your Imagination” at Milk Studios. The star-studded event celebrated the launch of the Samsung Infuse 4G exclusively from AT&T.
Here are photos from the Red Samsung Blue Carpet Arrivals & Nicki’s Concert:
 Nicki Minaj telling Jennifer Hudson that it is an honor to have her watching her show.  Ever the fan, Jennifer stood (and danced) on the side of the stage throughout Nicki’s performance. Continue reading →

Video: Lauren Alaina Proves Why She Belongs In The Idol Top 4

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On the May 11th episode of American Idol, Lauren Alaina was sweet and composed on her first performance of Anyway by Martina McBride, dedicated to the people from the “south recovering from the devastating tornadoes last week.”

The judges melted…

Steven Tyler: “Lauren you did it again. You broke my heart. That was the most beautiful thing. Your voice is so pure and perfect and right on pitch. You deliver a song like a blue plate special. You’re the whole package. I love you.” He also said he loves the buckle on her shoes and her dress. I love you Steven T for noticing and loving shoe buckles.

Jennifer Lopez: “That was very good, I am so proud of you baby. That’s exactly what you have to do. That was a great vocal performance. That was beautiful.”

Randy Jackson: “Last week, I was a little worried, but what you just did right there, the Lauren we all grew to love, that we met the first time that we met you, America, Lauren is back in it to win in. That was hot. You know what was wrong with that performance? Absolutely nothing. That was amazing!”
Here is the video clip:

On her second song, Lauren channeled some Elvis by singing his Trouble…“I am evil, my middle name is misery.” Hard to imagine our sweet little Lauren singing those lyrics…

Video: James Durbin, I Won’t Ever Stop Believin’ In You!

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On May 11, 2011’s American Idol, James Durbin sang Journey’s Don’t Stop Believin’ for his first song. 

The crowd went absolutely insane.


Steven Tyler said, “James, little indication of what is yet to come…You did it right. The song is kicking ass and so are you. Nice going.”

Jennifer Lopez:  “It’s nice to hear you go into your upper register. It’s amazing and not everybody can do that. Great job.”

Randy Jackson: “The was the highest level of difficulty, and you did it!”

Watch the video clip for yourself:

Photo credit: Fox

Video: Haley Reinhart Screams Her Way Through MJ’s Earth Song And Then Leaves Us Speechless With Her Second Performance

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For her first song on the May 11th American Idol, Haley Reinhart screamed her way through Michael Jackson‘s Earth Song and split the judges 2-1.

After I took out my earplugs, here is what I heard the judges say:

Jennifer Lopez: “I felt that song inspired you…Here’s where we are at the competition right now. James comes out and sets the bar. He does it with a great song and everyone is up on their feet. You have to think about that when you choose a song. That song has a beautiful message. No doubt. But I want you to be thinking about that when choosing a song: What everybody else is doing.”

Randy Jackson then pulled out his “Yo, listen!” phrase which he has barely used this season, so I knew it was gonna be bad news for Haley….”Yo, listen, just keeping it really real. Where we are at the competition is who wants to win this. Who is gonna take it home. The song does not suit you. I feel like you were screaming at the top of your range the same note at the end over and over again. My opinion is I didn’t like it. I felt like you were screaming.”

Steven Tyler interrupted: “Haley, don’t listen to them…They’re both wrong. That’s what you get from that. That song showed me that you can. You nailed it. You nailed the upper register. You pushed it to the top. The audience heard it. And America heard it. Don’t listen to them.”

Ya, Steven, I heard it. And I didn’t like it one bit. And I usually like Haley. How about you all? Did your ears hurt as much as mine or did I miss something? If you missed her performance, here is the video clip:

Instead of lying down and giving up, especially after Randy said Lauren, Scotty, and James had a three-way tie for first place tie after the first song, Haley came out angry and kicking but not screaming on her second song. And as she proved last week, when she sings angry she kicks ass.

Haley’s rendition of I Who Have Nothing by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller left me (and Casey Abrams in the studio audience) breathless. It was one of my favorite performances all season. THIS performance probably saved her from elimination this week. She should send a huge thank you basket of goodies for Lady Gaga for helping her bring out the theatrics in her performance.

Jennifer Lopez: “Look what you’re capable of. It was amazing. One of the best performances of the year.”
Randy Jackson: “Everybody needs a moment tonight. Baby you just had a moment right here that put you in it to win it. That was amazing. One of your best vocals ever.”
Steven Tyler: “I always knew it. It was a classic moment with classic Haley. You just Reinharted your way to middle of next week. That was beautiful.”

Photo Credit: Fox

Spotted: LL Cool J (Photos)

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Spotted: Wednesday May 11 – Rapper and NCIS: Los Angeles star LL Cool J at The Grove for an interview with Renee Bargh of Extra. LL Cool J brought all the audience members a gift each of his favorite cologne and after the interview was over, he took the time to meet every fan there and take photos and sign CD/NCIS DVDs. WHAT A COOL GUY indeed.













LL Cool J and me 🙂