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LeBron James, Insane Alley-Oop Dunk [VIDEO]: Miami Heat Star Throws Himself Assist Off Backboard For Slam Against Milwaukee Bucks

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 10, 2013 11:17 AM EDT

LeBron James is definitely not afraid to show off during one of the best seasons in the history of the NBA. At this point, we are all used to his incredible plays that have little or no contention from other players in the league. So when he pulled off last night’s amazing self-alley-oop against the Milwaukee Bucks, Basketball fans were pleasantly surprised by the already impressive “King” James. Honestly, not much can be said about the dunk besides the fact that LeBron is used to making the other teams look like chumps every time he steps his game up just a little bit. Read More »

Kate Middleton, Kim Kardashian, Due Date: Reality Star Writes and Sends Gift to Pregnant Duchess Over Shared July Births, Baby Bump Fashion News

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 10, 2013 10:40 AM EDT

Pregnant reality star Kim Kardashian recently found out about her similar due date (just two weeks apart) with the pregnant Kate Middleton. Though many may argue against it, the 32-year-old Kim feels that she and Kate share a similar fashion sense and somewhat of a bond because of their pregnancies. So Kim reached out to the 31-year-old royal, sending her a letter of good wishes. Read More »

Lindsay Lohan, David Letterman [VIDEO]: 'The Canyons' Star Tells 'Late Show' Host Rehab is a 'Blessing,' Tears Up During Interview

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 10, 2013 10:15 AM EDT

Lindsay Lohan appeared on last night's episode of "The Late Show with David Letterman" to discuss her new comedy Scary Movie 5. Unfortunately for her, Dave focused the interview mainly on the 26-year-old's upcoming rehab stint. Though Lindsay seemed to be put off by the questions, she handled herself well and came off as a good interviewee. The first time Dave caught her off guard was when he asked her, "Aren't you supposed to be in rehab now?" Read More »

The Roots, 'Tonight Show' [VIDEO]: Questlove Confirms Band Staying With Jimmy Fallon When Jay Leno Leaves in 2014, 'Tonight Show is Coming to Us'

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 04:16 PM EDT

After it was officially announced last week that Jimmy Fallon would be replacing Jay Leno and taking over hosting duties of NBC’s “The Tonight Show,” one big question has been sticking out in the minds of music fans: “Will the Roots stay when Jimmy Fallon takes over hosting duties from Jay Leno on the Tonight Show in 2014?” Well, to be frank: Yes. Thanks to an interview on FUSE, The Roots’ bandleader Questlove (or “?uestlove”) confirmed his group as the new “Tonight Show” band starting in 2014. Read More »

Madonna, Joyce Banda [PHOTO]: Malawi's First Female President Revokes VIP Status, Pop Star 'Made Poor People Dance for Her' During 'Unannounced' Visit

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 02:47 PM EDT

It looks like "Material Girl" Madonna's humanitarian visit to the African country of Malawi in order to stop by the many schools that she has set up in the area did not end well for the pop star. Apparently, Malawi's first female president, Joyce Banda, did not appreciate the visit from the singer and has allegedly revoked her VIP status in the country. Though she has yet to officially state that she revoked the singer's privileges Banda was not afraid to speak her mind about what she did not enjoy about Madonna's visit. Read More »

Sarah Palin, Elon Musk: Politician's Facebook Rant Calls Electric Car Company Tesla Motors 'Loser,' CEO Responds on Twitter

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 02:07 PM EDT

Last week, former vice presidential hopeful and one-time Alaskan governor Sarah Palin took to her Facebook page to share her feelings on some problems around some companies that have received funding from the government. One company that Palin draws attention to, Tesla Motors, has recently been getting some slack from conservatives due to alleged battery problems with their cars, leading to expensive repairs. Palin also calls out Fisker Automotives for firing three-quarters of its employees despite the Department of Energy giving the company $200 million in funding. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors, did not seem to put off by Palin's remarks and used Twitter to vent his sarcasm. Read More »

Taylor Swift 'Single Forever' [PHOTO]: 'Red' Singer Admits 'I Have No Idea If I'm Going to Get Married' in Wonderland Magazine's 'Outspoken' Issue

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 01:40 PM EDT

In Wonderland Magazine's April/May "Outspoken" issue, pop singer Taylor Swift opens up even more than usual about her love life. Swift is no stranger to questions about dating and heartbreak, but this time the country star who crossed over into a full-fledged pop star talks about her future and she does not seem too sure about it. It seems like the single life might be taking a toll on Swift's general attitude as she realizes she might be "single forever." Read More »

Elizabeth Vargas Crush, Harrison Ford [VIDEO]: 'Good Morning America' Host Embarrasses 'Stars Wars' Star with Confession, He Blushes

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 12:43 PM EDT

"Good Morning America" host Elizabeth Vargas managed to make legendary Hollywood hunk Harrison Ford blush after confessing that he was her "very first movie crush." The 70-year-old Ford was on this morning to promote his new film 42: The True Story of an American Legend, in which he plays Brooklyn Dodgers General Manager Branch Rickey who signed Jackie Robinson. Read More »

Ashley Judd, Mitch McConnell [VIDEO]: Senate Minority Leader Said Actress is 'Mentally Unbalanced' After Career in Politics Rumor

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 12:12 PM EDT

Mitch McConnell has taken some big steps to discourage actress Ashley Judd from starting a political career and therefore running against him in the election for Kentucky Senator. In February, McConnell released a smear campaign ad, attacking the actress in a preemptive strike against her. Though Judd did allow the media to think that she was entertaining the idea of moving into politics, she has since confirmed that she has no interest. But today, video has surfaced featuring McConnell attacking Judd's state of mental health. Read More »

Beyonce, Jay-Z, Marco Rubio [PHOTO]: Florida Senator Criticizes Power Couple's Anniversary Trip to Cuba

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 11:27 AM EDT

Republican Senator of Florida, Marco Rubio, has made a statement criticizing the recent anniversary trip that pop star Beyonce and her husband, rap mogul Jay-Z, took to Cuba. A lot of drama has been stirred up about this vacation, so this statement comes as no surprise. In his statement, Rubio demands that the Obama Administration explain how a trip like this coincides with the United States regulations for traveling to Cuba. Read More »

Stephen Colbert Forces Bill Clinton to Join Twitter [VIDEO]: 'Colbert Report' Host Convinces Former President to Start Tweeting, @PrezBillyJeff

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 10:26 AM EDT

Stephen Colbert hosted an interview with former President of the United States of America, Bill Clinton, over this past weekend at the annual meeting for the Clinton Global Initiative. The conversation was then broadcast on Monday night as a special episode of Comedy Central's "The Colbert Report." As usual, Colbert was in character with his iconic "faux-conservative" attitude coming out. The two talked about charity, education, and opportunities at home and abroad. Then the conversation turned to how technology has changed since his Clinton's presidency, leading into Colbert forcing the former President to joining Twitter. Read More »

Michael J. Fox [PHOTO]: 'Spin City' Star Returns to TV This Fall in New Show About Life with Parkinsons Disease

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 09, 2013 09:47 AM EDT

Michael J. Fox has been absent from a full-time television role since he exited his hit show "Spin City" in 2001, but it looks like the Back to the Future star is coming back with a new NBC sitcom this fall. Fox, who is now 51 years old, admits that he misses acting and is ready to return to network television. The show will reportedly focus on Parkinson's disease, which Fox was diagnosed with in 1991 but did not tell the public until 1999. His condition has spurred the formation of the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which helps fund research into Parkinson's disease. Read More »

Kid Rock, 'Pay Cut': 'Cowboy' Singer Plans 'Rebel Soul' Summer Tour with $20 Tickets, Discounted Beer and Merchandise

By jon-niles-mstarz-reporter | Apr 08, 2013 04:31 PM EDT

It looks like tickets for Kid Rock's upcoming Rebel Soul tour starting June 28 will cost a cool $20. Not only that, this "pay cut" that Rock came up with will also include discounts on merchandise, beverages and even some special fan treatment. He has done the math and this method will perhaps change the way most big name musicians will do tours. Rock does admit that he is "fortunate to be able to try this," referring to the fact that he is an incredibly successful and wealthy musician. So do you think this will become the norm for big-name touring musicians? Read More »

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