Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 11:25am PDT By
X17 Staff

According to various online reports, Jay-Z spent more than $300,000 on the Sunday night release party for
Watch the Throne, his collaboration with Kanye West!
The party, at Miami's Fontainebleau, started with dinner at the hotel's Italian restaurant, Scarpetta, where Jay-Z spent thousands.
The restaurant stayed open extra late for Jay and his entourage -- they dined on tomato basil and lobster mac and took shots of tequila.
The party continued at LIV nightclub, where the group downed more than 18 bottles of Ace of Spades and Jay spent $250,000 on Armand de Brignac champagne, plus a $50,000 tip!
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 11:00am PDT By
X17 Staff
Justin Bieber has thousands of screaming fans, but Cher isn't one of them.
While Cher looked like a total rockstar while attending a private swag bag party over the weekend in Brentwood, she acted more like a diva while meeting the "Baby" singer.
A source told the
New York Daily News that Cher was chatting with
Bridesmaids star Melissa McCarthy recently about her run-ins with Justin and Jaden Smith.
Turns out the first time Cher ran into Justin, she asked someone nearby "if he was in show business." Ouch! But in the same conversation, she happily told McCarthy that she took "a picture with Jada's son." Even funnier? The teens are BFFs.
Sorry, Justin - bragging rights go to Jaden!
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 10:35am PDT By
X17 Staff
Pink is definitely a creature of habit.
The new mom made a run to her local Malibu Starbucks in her fave post-pregnancy sweatpants Monday. Iced coffee and comfy sweats may be two of the "Raise Your Glass" singer's favorite things, but we love that she still spiced up her casual look a bit with a bright red graphic V-neck and black hat.
The only thing missing during the quick trip out was Pink's precious baby girl Willow, but even Mom needs a caffeine break sometimes!
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 10:10am PDT By
X17 Staff
On June 11th, Russell Armstrong was seen with his wife, Taylor, at her birthday party at Beso nightclub and restaurant in Hollywood.

X17 spoke with Russell at the time. He told us
"things are good," and both he and Taylor denied reports that they were divorcing, calling the stories "completely false."
Russell even told us the secret to a good relationship.
"Hard work and commitment," he said, smiling.
But in July, Taylor filed for divorce, alleging that Russell had been verbally and physically abusive to her. He did not deny the claims, saying he had pushed her and that being on Bravo's show had pushed the couple
"to the limit."
The couple also reportedly had major financial problems. They were being sued for $1.5 million, and Russell, an investor, had filed for bankruptcy in 2005, claiming at the time that he had less than $50,000 in assets and was up to $10 million in debt.
Russell, 47, hanged himself Monday night at his apartment on Mulholland Drive and was pronounced dead by police.
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 9:50am PDT By
X17 Staff
Jessica Simpson seems to appreciate the vocal talents of fellow powerful divas!
The young mogul and her sexy fiance Eric Johnson were all smiles as they made their way into the Greek Theatre in Hollywood to catch Adele in concert.
Ms. Simpson, wearing funky maroon earrings and an all-black ensemble, showed off her sculpted and tanned legs. Not sure if those wedges are concert appropriate, but we're lovin' the look!
See who else rocked out with the "Rolling In The Deep" singer in the gallery below.
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 9:30am PDT By
X17 Staff
Russell Armstrong, husband of Taylor Armstrong (above, left) of
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,
committed suicide Monday night, the Los Angeles Police Department confirms.

In the wake of the news, Taylor's fellow
Housewives are sending out their condolences. Camille Grammer Tweeted that she had called Taylor. Additional Tweets below.
Andy Cohen: "I am so very sad about today's news. My prayers and thoughts are with Taylor Armstrong and her family."
Adrienne Maloof: "My heart goes out to @TaylorArmstrong and Kennedy during this devastating time. You will be in my thoughts and in prayers."
Camille Grammer: "My sympathy and condolences go out to Taylor and Kennedy. My thoughts and prayers are with them."
Danielle Staub: "Love and prayers to you and your family -- I pray your privacy will be respected in this great time of need!"
NeNe Leakes: "My dear friend! My heart goes out 2 u! I'am here 4 u."
LuAnn de Lesseps: "Such a tragedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to Taylor and Kennedy and the Armstrong family."
Caroline Manzo: "So sorry 2 hear about Russell Armstrong's death. I hope @taylorarmstrong's privacy is respected during this difficult time."
Jacqueline Laurita: "When I hear REAL problems like what's happened w/ @TaylorArmstrong's family,it puts everything else that I feel r problems into perspective"
Bravo released the following statement:
"All of us at Bravo are deeply saddened by this tragic news. Our sympathy and thoughts are with the Armstrong family at this difficult time."
Taylor filed for divorce in July and alleged that Russell had abused her. Keep reading for more details.
Left Photo Courtesy Of Bravo
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 9:20am PDT By
X17 Staff

San Diego police are interviewing parishioners at St. Therese of Carmel Church following an altercation involving NBA player Kobe Bryant on Sunday.
Bryant reportedly thought a young man was taking photos of him and his wife on a cell phone during the service and confronted him.
The man later went to the hospital with a minor wrist sprain.
"We're attempting to interview all the [participants]," said a San Diego police spokesman.
The church is in the upscale Carmel Valley area of San Diego.
Bryant, friends and his wife reportedly left the church following the altercation. He returned the man's cell phone to him.
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Posted on Tue Aug 16th, 2011 9:00am PDT By
X17 Staff

Lady Gaga is getting into the decorating business ... window decorating, that is!
The eccentric singer will be dressing up the holiday window displays for Barneys in New York this Christmas. Barneys CEO Mark Lee released the following statement:
"Lady Gaga is a rare cultural phenomenon, not only because of her exceptional talents as a singer... but also with regard to her support of equality and individuality and status as a fashion icon."
Barneys adds that the window displays will bring her "interpretation of the iconic Santa's Workshop to life." She'll also be designing and putting together small gift sets ... with 25% of the proceeds going to charity.
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