Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 2:05pm PDT By
X17 Staff
The Kardashians are not staying quiet regarding claims that they've been using Chinese sweatshops to manufacture products.
Jill Fritzo, the Kardashian's rep, issued the following statement:
"This is the first we are hearing about it and take it very seriously as we would never condone this. We are presently investigating the situation."
Star magazine is reporting that the family's successful clothing brand was created in foreign sweatshops using child labor. According to the report, the workers are as young as sixteen years old and are being abused and imprisoned against their will.
The Kardashians earned a reported $65 million last year.
Peter Jackson's The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey isn't hitting theaters for another year, but fans can start getting excited with the release of the movie's epic trailer.
The two-and-a-half minute clip features Ian McKellen who will be starring alongside Cate Blanchett, Elijah Wood and Orlando Bloom.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey hits theaters on December 14, 2012 and the second part, The Hobbit: There and Back Again, will hit theaters in December 2013.
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 12:30pm PDT By
X17 Staff
The Hiltons are definitely enjoying their family vacation in Aspen, Colorado.
Nicky and her mom Kathy ditched the slopes for the day and bundled up for an afternoon shopping trip. No wonder the Hilton girls are hot ... look at their stunning mom!
Paris has been focusing less time on shopping and more on skiing. The heiress recently Tweeted:
"Love skiing down the mountain blasting @DJAfrojack @DavidGuetta & @Kaskade on my Ipod. It's like clubbing in the snow;) #RavingOnTheSlopes."
Nothing like spending Christmas in the snow. Life is good for the Hiltons!
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 11:45am PDT By
X17 Staff
With his heart surgery behind him, Michael Lohan is opening up on Dr. Drew's Lifechangers about Lindsay's Playboy spread, if Kate Major is pregnant with his baby and his thoughts on daughter Ali's ultra-thin frame.
As for Lilo's nude and "classy" pictorial, Michael says:
"As far as I'm concerned it is a good move."
When asked if he thinks ex girlfriend Kate Major is expecting, Papa Lohan tells Dr. Drew:
"She was off the pill for like four or five days and of course we had sex. So there was a chance. From what I understand now, she says she's pregnant or she could be. Evidently she is taking the test so she thinks she might be."
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 11:25am PDT By
X17 Staff
Rachel Zoe is one of the most fashionable moms in Hollywood! We're not surprised considering she's a mega-successful celebrity stylist with clients that include Kim Kardashian, Demi Moore, Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway.
While taking a break from her busy schedule, the blonde fashionista took son Skyler to lunch at Jack N'Jill's of Beverly Hills. The two joined Zoe's hubby and business partner Rodger Berman. Talk about the perfect way to mix business with pleasure.
We can't get over baby Skyler's gorgeous blue eyes. Adorbs!
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 10:50am PDT By
X17 Staff
Eva Hoeke, editor-in-chief of Jackie magazine, has stepped down from her position after the phrase "ultimate n***ab**ch" was printed in an article to describe Rihanna.
Following the magazine's release, Rihanna lashed out against Hoeke by Tweeting, "I hope u can read english, because your magazine is apoor representation of the evolution of human rights! I find you disrespectful, and rather desperate!!"
Hoeke had issued an apology ... stating that the reference to Rihanna was meant to be a joke. The use of the word "joke" didn't go over well.
Upon her resignation, Hoeke released the following
“I realize that my first reaction through Twitter, in which I indicated that it was a joke, has been an incomplete description of what me, and also the author of the article, meant. The term ‘n***ab**ch’ came from America, and we solely used it to describe a style of dress. Because of the enormous pressure through social media I was tempted to promise amendment regarding the language in future issues of Jackie. Apart from that I also offered an rectification. I have now come to the conclusion that rectification is not the right solution. I regret that I have taken a stand too quickly regarding an article in Jackie -- which moreover had no racial motive at its basis.
Through the course of events, me and the publisher have concluded that because my credibility is now affected, it is better for all parties if I quit my function as editor-in-chief effective immediately. After putting my heart and soul into for Jackie for eight years, I realize that these errors -- although not intented maliciously -- are enough reason for leaving.”
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 10:15am PDT By
X17 Staff
Paris Hilton can do no wrong when it comes to fashion! The beautiful blonde heiress is looking oh-so-glam for the cover of January's Vanity Fair Spain.
The mega-mogul tells the mag:
“I’m open to my fans. I tell them my life on Twitter. I love Spain, it’s a fun country, the people are warm and alive. Ibiza is my favorite place to go party.”
Photographer Greg Lotus certainly captured Princess P in her element ... high fashion and all! The feature spread focuses on Paris as the brand and business woman. Miss Hilton has 17 different product lines and is about to release her 14th fragrance! Her fragrances have made over $1.6 billion dollars.
See a little behind-the-scenes action from the VF spread in the video below.
Posted on Wed Dec 21st, 2011 9:45am PDT By
X17 Staff
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony called it quits in July ... and at the time it seemed civilized, but now the two are at war due to JLo's new relationship with 24-year-old backup dancer Casper Smart, according to Us.
A source close to Lopez, 42, and Anthony, 43, tells the mag that the Latin crooner "hit the roof" after seeing photos of Smart playing in Hawaii over the Thanksgiving holiday with the couple's 3-year-old twins, Max and Emme.
"He wants to make Jennifer suffer because she's having fun with someone new, and he knows this will hurt her on the deepest level," the source adds.
Although the couple have already settle custody arrangements, Anthony may go "back on his word."
As for Lopez and Smart, we caught them shopping together at a jewelry store in Calabasas earlier this week. Sounds like it's getting serious!