Kanye West Turned Down American Idol Because He "Didn't Want to Go That Mainstream"

Posted on Wed Aug 21st, 2013 6:30am PDT       By X17 Staff

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But knocking up Kim Kardashian and appearing on her mom's talk show is ok? Hmmm...

Kanye West was offered the third and final spot on American Idol's judging panel for the upcoming 13th season, according to a source for Us Weekly. Wait, there's not going to be a fourth judge?!

"He didn't want to go that mainstream," the insider says. "He didn't want to lose any street cred. So he turned it down." Ha!

Keith Urban will return to the show, and after taking a season off, Jennifer Lopez will be back as well. Still no official confirmation from J. Lo's camp, but everyone from Entertainment Weekly to E! is reporting that it's a done deal. As you know, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, and Randy Jackson are all leaving the show, and producers reportedly interviewed Will.i.am, Diddy and Rodney Jerkins for Randy's spot. However, they're now in serious negotiations with Dr. Luke, who's worked with stars like Britney Spears and Katy Perry.

 

Robert Pattinson Has A Blast Shooting His New Film

Posted on Wed Aug 21st, 2013 6:00am PDT       By X17 Staff

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It's so good to see him smiling!

On Tuesday Rob Pattinson took a break from shooting his new movie, Maps to the Stars, and the British actor flashed his gorgeous grin while joking around with crew members. Swoon!

Rob's ex-girlfriend Kristen Stewart is currently thousands of miles away shooting her new movie, so we have to wonder how much the former couple have been talking over the last few days. Rob visited K. Stew at her Los Feliz home earlier this month, but was it to check in on her or hand over some belongings?


 

Kourtney Kardashian Is A Denim Diva

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 3:30pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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Cutoff jean shorts are definitely her go-to look for summer!

Kourtney Kardashian ventured out to visit a friend in Malibu today, but when she arrived at the house she was forced to get out of her car and use the call box because apparently she didn't realize her pal lived in a gated community!

The reality star rocked sexy short shorts with a chambray button down and flats, and even though there are rumors circulating that the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star is pregnant with her third baby, we don't believe it after getting a glimpse at her hot bod!

One thing's for sure, she must be glad to have her baby daddy drama over and done with!

The mother-of-two and partner Scott Disick just produced paperwork to prove Disick fathered their son Mason after male model Michael Girgenti claimed he impregnated Kourt during a one-night stand in 2009.

Just another day in the world of a Kardashian!

 

Simon Cowell Breaks Silence On Pregnancy Scandal: "I Am Proud To Be A Dad"

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 3:13pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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Amid a cheating scandal, Simon Cowell is finally breaking his silence on his impeding fatherhood. At Tuesday's One Direction: This is Us premiere in London, the 53-year-old told BBC that he feels "good" and that, "I'm proud to be a dad."

The X Factor judge also publicly commented on Lauren Silverman, the married, 36-year-old New York socialite, he knocked up. "Things are changing in my life for the better … [Silverman] is a very special girl," said Cowell.

Looks like things are going well for the twosome despite the bizarre love triangle with Cowell's former friend/Silverman's now ex husband.

Silverman is believed to be around 12 weeks along, but no word on when Baby Cowell is due.

 

Randy Jackson Says Paris Jackson's Lengthy In-Patient Treatment Is "Not Right"

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 2:33pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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Randy Jackson is taking Twitter to express his mounting concerns for his 15-year-old niece Paris Jackson, who attempted suicide earlier this summer. Michael Jackson's only daughter has been in an unknown facility receiving treatment after her attempt on her life -- and her uncle thinks it's about time the teen came home. On Monday, the 51-year-old musician wrote, "I don't like that Paris is still in this facility. It's not right. She's been there much too long."

On June 5, Paris allegedly overdosed on 20 Motrin and cut herself with a kitchen knife. A source told Us Weekly at the time, "She has major depression issues, a lot of it stemming from her dad's death. It's very real and very sad. She has been extremely depressed and not been able to sleep lately, staying up all night."

After being UCLA Medical Center on June 5, Paris checked out of the hospital in early July and has been receiving extended in-patient treatment in an undisclosed location since that time. At the time, a source told People that, "The feeling is that Paris is still a danger to herself. Both Katherine and Debbie [Rowe] want her to get the help that she needs." However, Paris' uncle is now concerned about the lengthy stint, saying, "I'm going to look into this. Stay tuned."

He also wrote, "There's something more to this there's something going on I don't like it I'm afraid for her. Psychiatric hospitals oftentimes make you feel as though you're psychotic when you're not. Sometimes they make matters worse."

Rowe, who is Paris' biological mother, responded to Randy via Twitter, writing, "As usual you are grossly misinformed."

Whatever the truth is, we are glad that family members are concerned for Paris but we hope they sort all this out and let Paris get the help she needs!

 

Gisele Bundchen Is The Top Earning Supermodel For The Seventh Year In A Row

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 1:41pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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Raking in a whopping $42 million this past year, Gisele Bundchen is Forbes' highest-paid supermodel ... for the seventh year in a row!

Just to put things in perspective, Gis make seven times more than Miranda Kerr, who holds the number two spot on the list with $7.2 million. Oh, and the Brazilian bombshell also made more money than hubby Tom Brady, who earned $38.3 million this past year.

Bundchen may have made $3 million more last year, but seeing as she brought in $25 million in 2009, she's still doing just fine. From her partnership with the Brazilian footwear company Grendene to her cosmetics line Sejaa and multi-year contracts with Pantene, Oral-B and Sky HDTV, this model mom is poised to stay at the top of the list for many years to come.

Kerr may be trailing far behind as far as the numbers go, but the Aussie beauty is certainly following the right formula, as she's a spokesmodel for Quantas, David Jones and Mango. Additionally, Kerr has gone global with the promotion of her skincare line, Kora, along with her deals with Lipton Tea and the P&G detergent brand Bold.

“Because international exposure is so much greater in value, there’s been this sudden shift in the industry where models are all finding ways to expand their brands and partnerships. It’s a smart business model for them,” says Ed Razek, president and chief marketing office of Limited Brands, Victoria’s Secret’s parent company. And Razek knows what he's talking about -- 6 of the 10 ladies on this year’s list have either appeared in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show or currently have contracts with the brand.

 

Kris Jenner Cozies Up To Mario Lopez And Promotes Her New Show

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 1:03pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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On Tuesday afternoon Kris Jenner stopped by the Grove to chat with Extra's Mario Lopez, and the two laughed and hugged as they chatted all about her new daytime talk show and life with Kim and Kanye.

First, Jenner cleared up rumors Kim could be leaving the family's reality show Keeping Up With the Kardashians, saying her daughter is NOT leaving the show. And neither is Kourtney's baby daddy Scott (Lord) Disick.

On Kanye, the third-time grandmother reported: "We live together. He’s my roommate, and he is so clean. He is such a great member of my family."

And more interestingly, Kris commented on reports Kim and Kanye will sell the first photos of baby North for millions, saying they will do no such thing: "They just want to be nesting right now. They’re not thinking about business." In fact, Kris hints that SHE may get the baby scoop on her own show.

Kris also had a few exchanges with Maria Menounos, who guest hosted Kris earlier this month. She's really making friends with everyone, eh? Well, except maybe Katie Couric...

Kanye West taped an appearance on Kris yesterday, and we're wondering if that will help boost the ratings for the show. While the Kardashian family matriarch reportedly got off to a good start with ratings, several sites have reported that the numbers have dropped dramatically since the July 15 premiere. Maybe Yeezy will be able to bring her back on top?

At least she looks good!

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Report: N'Sync May Reunite At MTV Video Music Awards

Posted on Tue Aug 20th, 2013 12:40pm PDT       By X17 Staff

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90's girls everywhere must be losing their minds over this news!

N'Sync may be reuniting for their first performance together in ten years for this Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, Page Six reports.

Justin Timberlake will be honored with this year's Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award, and rumor has it that his former band mates will join him onstage for a short set at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.

Producers are "trying to make it happen" and the reunion is "coming together", MTV sources tell Us.

The last time the gang hit the stage together was at the 2003 Grammy Awards, where they paid tribute to the Bee Gees.

This is going to be amazing if it's true!

 

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