'Real Steel': The Reviews Are In! [NewsPlurk Entertainment]

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• 'Real Steel': The Reviews Are In!
• Johnny Depp Signs on for Dr. Seuss Biopic
• Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum
• Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz take their relationship public
• Justin Bieber Surprises Rio Fans With Selena Gomez
• 'Simpsons' actor breaks silence, says Fox should share profits
• Court will hear from Jackson's doctor -- on tape
• 'The X Factor' recap: And the final 32 are ...
• OnMedia: The seasonal ax falls again at NBC
• Blake Lively Trades Leo DiCaprio for Even Better Guy

'Real Steel': The Reviews Are In! Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT Hugh Jackman flick's 'well-staged' fighting sequences and father-son spats leave critics 'pleasantly surprised.' By Josh Wigler Moviegoers have proven their affection for gigantic robots smashing the ever-loving sparkplugs out of each other in the heat more MTV.com ( 10/7/2011 9:06:47 AM -08:00 ) Jackman says Sugar Ray was real deal for 'Steel' — He's the man of never-ending talents. Hugh Jackman has done dramatic roles with fellow Aussie Nicole Kidman. He's battled evildoers in films such as "X-Men," dazzled Broadway audiences with his singing and dancing skills and accepted critical acclaim more Chicago Tribune ( 10/7/2011 8:19:58 AM -08:00 ) Real Steel Story: In a turbo charged futuristic setting, the favourite sport for the human species is robot boxing. Failed boxer Charlie Kenton (Hugh Jackman) keeps trying to win these with his scrap-style, old-fashioned bots and ends up running from towns in his more Times of India ( 10/7/2011 7:41:41 AM -08:00 ) 'Real Steel': Review Revue By WSJ Staff Hand to hand combat is dead. To entertain the masses in year 2020, 2000-pound robots fight to "the death" and dismemberment in front of cheering crowds. Directed by "Night at the Museum" Shawn Levy, "Real Steel" tells the story of Charlie more Wall Street Journal (blog) ( 10/7/2011 7:30:52 AM -08:00 ) Hugh Jackman promises 'more skin' in Wolverine Australian actor Hugh Jackman shows a lot less flesh than usual in his new film Real Steel, but has promised there will be "more skin" in the next Wolverine movie. "I'm going to shoot it next year. There's probably more skin in that movie," Jackman more ITN ( 10/7/2011 7:24:46 AM -08:00 ) Hugh Jackman Got Pummeled by Sugar Ray Leonard Preparing for 'Real Steel' Hugh Jackman has no problem playing a boxing aficionado in the science fiction flick "Real Steel," which hits theaters Friday, but the buff actor said he just didn't grow up rough and tough enough to have made it as a professional boxer more Fox News ( 10/7/2011 7:18:49 AM -08:00 ) Real Steel: Babes in Mad Max Land In Real Steel, Dreamworks' lavishly photographed deadbeat-dad redemption story, retired boxer and practicing flim-flam man Charlie Kenton (Hugh Jackman) explains the origin of robot boxing to his long-lost 11-year-old more TIME ( 10/7/2011 7:15:43 AM -08:00 ) Hugh Jackman in 'Real Steel': movie review Hugh Jackman stars in the futuristic action movie 'Real Steel.' The film borrows heavily, and predictably, from 'Rocky' and 'Transformers' franchises. By Peter Rainer, Film critic / October 7, 2011 Hugh Jackman (l.) and Dakota Goyo are shown in a scene more Christian Science Monitor ( 10/7/2011 7:06:02 AM -08:00 ) Hugh Jackman of 'Real Steel' wants to fight ... Hugh Jackman plays the trainer of a robot boxer -- yes, you read that right -- in the new movie Real Steel, opening Oct. 7. Mr. Wolverine tells us the $150 million sci-fi flick got the sweet science right despite his own deficiencies. more ESPN ( 10/7/2011 7:04:09 AM -08:00 ) Sugar, spice and 'Real Steel': Why robots should be for girls (and moms) too. I'm not sure when exactly my 2-year-old daughter fell in love with robots. Maybe it was one of the thousand times when her dad has said, "Hey little girl, check out this cool robot! Don't you love them? more Entertainment Weekly ( 10/7/2011 7:02:27 AM -08:00 ) Movie Review: 'Real Steel' The robot boxing tale starring Hugh Jackman is built from previously used parts, but it fights well. By Betsy Sharkey, Los Angeles Times Film Critic "Real Steel" is "Rocky" with robots that look like "Transformers," managed by a "Raging Bull" washout more Los Angeles Times ( 10/7/2011 6:54:04 AM -08:00 ) Real Steel: Pieced together from bits of other films, it's a reel steal Previews for the new kids' film Real Steel, which have been running in theatres for the better part of a year, forewarned a mash-up of the vintage game Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots with the hoary father-son drama The Champ (1931, 1979), about a washed-up more Globe and Mail ( 10/7/2011 6:50:44 AM -08:00 ) "Real Steel" should have been a PG movie I'm going to start including the occasional beyond-the-review observations about movies and video games I write about for the San Francisco Chronicle, on the chance that this type of thing is interesting to you. This week: "Real Steel. more San Francisco Chronicle (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:49:53 AM -08:00 ) 'Real Steel' Director Shawn Levy On Why Real Robots Beat Fake Ones Any Day Robot boxing. That's what we see in "Real Steel," a loud, violent, and -- by the end -- touching movie about a boy, his dad, and yes, their robot. Shawn Levy's "Real Steel" stars Hugh Jackman as Charlie Kenton, a down-on-his-luck boxing promoter more Huffington Post ( 10/7/2011 6:26:35 AM -08:00 ) Shawn Levy Tries to Prove His Mettle With 'Real Steel' Better known for directing comedies like "Night at the Museum" and "Date Night," filmmaker Shawn Levy wanted audiences to know right from the start that his latest film, the robot drama "Real Steel," was different from his previous more Wall Street Journal (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:01:37 AM -08:00 ) Hugh Jackman: A lover and a dancer puts his dukes up Hugh Jackman plays a boxer in his new movie, Real Steel. Gill Pringle hears how he's always been a physical kind of guy When I first heard this movie was about robot boxing, I thought for a moment it was a fetish film," teases Hugh Jackman whose image more The Independent ( 10/7/2011 5:59:32 AM -08:00 ) Review: 'Real Steel' a fight film for fathers and sons Hugh Jackman stars as Charlie Kenton and Evangeline Lilly stars as Bailey Tallet in "Real Steel." (CNN) -- The trouble with boxing is, people get hurt. Some time soon, according to "Real Steel," the sport will get a more CNN ( 10/7/2011 5:45:18 AM -08:00 ) Cliches in iron fists Evangeline Lilly and Hugh Jackman in a scene from Real Steel. Picture: AP Source: AP HUGH Jackman is an actor possessed of a winning charm, charm he exploits to the max -- along with his muscular frame -- in his latest starring vehicle, Real Steel. more The Australian ( 10/7/2011 5:04:42 AM -08:00 ) 10 Things Parents Should Know About Wired News more Real Steel ( 10/7/2011 4:52:53 AM -08:00 ) Review: Real Steel tries too hard to be likeable Real Steel is the story of former boxer Charlie Kenton (Jackman) who roams the length and breadth of the US countryside, promoting his breed of fighting robots (It's 2020 after all!). more Daily News & Analysis ( 10/7/2011 4:50:25 AM -08:00 )

Johnny Depp Signs on for Dr. Seuss Biopic Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT In between stints as a pirate, a scissor-handed freak and a chocolate-factory wizard, Johnny Depp has played a real-life hopped-up writer, a cross-dressing director and a notorious bank robber. Now, the star has signed on to work on a more MTV.com ( 10/7/2011 5:59:17 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp to act in a biopic on Dr Seuss PTI Los Angeles: Actor Johnny Depp is set to star in a biopic of classic children's author and illustartor Dr Seuss. Depp is also producing the film, which is being developed by Illumination Entertainment and Infinitum Nihil while the Universal more IBNLive.com ( 10/7/2011 5:38:51 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp: Dr. Seuss Biopic Movie Planned While he's once again slipping into the skin of a hard-drinking, hard-charging and foul mouthed writer in a major motion picture this fall, Johnny Depp's next shot at bringing a beloved author to the big screen will be a whole different story. more Huffington Post ( 10/7/2011 4:34:25 AM -08:00 ) Depp to star in Dr Seuss movie? Johnny Depp is considering playing Cat in the Hat author Theodor Seuss Geisel in a film about the writer's life. The Hollywood Reporter says the Pirates Of The Caribbean actor is set to play Dr Seuss, the renowned American writer and cartoonist in the more RTE.ie ( 10/7/2011 4:01:42 AM -08:00 ) Depp Seuss-es out new film role Johnny Depp is apparently in talks to play Dr Seuss in a forthcoming biopic. The Hollywood star, who has already brought the Mad Hatter, Peter Pan author JM Barrie and candy inventor Willy Wonka to life on the big screen, is said to be considering the more The Press Association ( 10/7/2011 3:30:00 AM -08:00 ) Depp tries on Dr Seuss's hat for biopic Cat out of the bag? … Johnny Depp at the Cannes film festival in 2011. Photograph: Joseph Kerlakian/Rex Features As something of a cool cat with a famously extensive collection of hats, Johnny Depp was always going to be a shoo-in for his latest role. more The Guardian ( 10/7/2011 3:27:23 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp to play Grinch creator Dr Seuss Long practiced at playing other people, Johnny Depp will next appear as classic children's author and illustrator, Dr Seuss. The biopic is being made by Depp's own production house, Infinitum Nihil, in collaboration with Illumination Entertainment and more NDTV.com ( 10/7/2011 3:23:40 AM -08:00 ) Depp Seuss-es out new film role The Hollywood star, who has already brought the Mad Hatter, Peter Pan author JM Barrie and candy inventor Willy Wonka to life on the big screen, is said to be considering the lead role in the live-action film about the life of the classic children's more Belfast Telegraph ( 10/7/2011 3:23:25 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp to play 'Cat In The Hat' author Dr Seuss Johnny Depp is planning to bring Dr Seuss to life in a new live-action biopic. The author, real name Theodor Seuss Geisel, is best known for his children's books including How The Grinch Stole Christmas!, Horton Hears A Who! and The Cat In The Hat, more NME.com ( 10/7/2011 2:38:28 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp in talks to play Dr. Seuss 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star is reportedly in talks to play the role of Dr. Seuss. The live action film about the children's author Dr. Seuss, real name Theodor Geisel, is in the works and Johnny Depp is already behind the film as a producer, more Examiner.com ( 10/7/2011 8:57:14 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp Is Back On The Loose, And Now He's Gonna Play Dr. Seuss To tell you about Johnny Depp playing the lead in an upcoming Dr. Seuss biopic, we were going to make our entire post rhyme. But then we decided that would take way too long, so we hope you (and the good doctor) will forgive us. more The FABlife ( 10/7/2011 8:56:13 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp Signs on for Dr. Seuss Biopic The 48-year-old actor will produce a live-action movie about the life of the classic children's book author and illustrator "with the potential to star as Seuss," THR reports. Universal Pictures will distribute the project, while Keith Bunin (In more Just Jared ( 10/7/2011 8:54:48 AM -08:00 ) Access Hollywood - Celebrity News, Photos & Videos According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actor will star in a live-action movie about beloved children's author Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Geisel. Depp will reportedly produce the movie, which "In Treatment" writer Keith Bunin has been more Access Hollywood ( 10/7/2011 8:33:23 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp to star as Dr. Seuss in new biopic While the film will be live action, it might include some "animated bells and whistles." After portraying real-life authors JM Barrie and Hunter S. Thompson (twice) on the big screen, Johnny Depp is setting his sights on one of the most famous more IFC ( 10/7/2011 8:33:06 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp as Dr. Suess in new movie about Theodor Geisel's life Johnny Depp is taking on another amazing role that will be remembered forever. Illumination Entertainment and Infinitum Nihil will be bringing us the live-action movie about the life of Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss. Johnny Depp is going to be more Examiner.com ( 10/7/2011 8:28:55 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp As Dr. Seuss?!?!?!? We would watch this movie in a box. We would watch this movie with a fox. We are VERY excited to announce that Johnny Depp will be producing a Dr. Seuss biopic AND he may be starring in it as well! The movie is being produced Illumination more PerezHilton.com ( 10/7/2011 8:16:01 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp To Star As Dr Seuss In Live Action Movie? Johnny Depp has teamed up with Illumination Entertainment and Infinitum Nihil to develop a live action movie about the life of children's author and illustrator Dr. Seuss, aka, Theodor Geisel. The Hollywood star will produce the project, more Contactmusic.com ( 10/7/2011 8:15:19 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp's Working on a Dr. Seuss Biopic! He's already portrayed Willy Wonka, the Mad Hatter and a drunken pirate in film, so his portrayal of Dr. Seuss will fit right in! Johnny Depp is producing and potentially starring in an upcoming Dr. Seuss biopic. According to The Hollywood Reporter, more OK! Magazine ( 10/7/2011 8:07:05 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp Tapped to Play Dr. Seuss Johnny Depp, who starred as Peter Pan author JM Barrie in 'Finding Neverland,' has recently been tapped to star in the role of yet another writer, Dr. Seuss. Seuss, who's real name is Thomas Seuss Geisel, has penned dozens of children's books. more NewsQuod ( 10/7/2011 8:06:33 AM -08:00 ) Johnny Depp looking to produce and star in biopic about Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel) So what is it with Johnny Depp and writers? To my count, the actor has played a writer 5 times in his career; FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS, FINDING NEVERLAND, SECRET WINDOW, THE LIBERTINE and the upcoming RUM DIARY. Am I missing a movie? more Flix 66 ( 10/7/2011 8:01:30 AM -08:00 )

Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:12 AM PDT (AP) THAL, Austria — Arnold Schwarzenegger — the bodybuilder, movie star and ex-governor who's in the middle of a messy divorce — invoked his life as a model for young people Friday during the formal inauguration of a museum dedicated to him in his more CBS News ( 10/7/2011 8:51:59 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum in Austria THAL, Austria -- Arnold Schwarzenegger - the bodybuilder, movie star and ex-governor who's in the middle of a messy divorce - invoked his life as a model for young people Friday during the formal inauguration of more Forbes ( 10/7/2011 8:30:59 AM -08:00 ) Personal Dedication: Arnold's Awesome Austrian Museum Arnold Schwarzenegger came back and now he'll be there -- forever. The Austrian-born American movie star and former California governor spent Friday opening up a new museum -- all about him. The museum is set in Schwarzenegger's childhood home, more msnbc.com ( 10/7/2011 8:11:49 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum in Austria Austrian-born actor and former Californian governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, right, is welcomed by Austrian chancellor Werner Faymann, left, while German actor Ralf Moeller, center, applauds prior to the inauguration of a museum in the house of more Boston Globe ( 10/7/2011 7:56:17 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger at home in museum Hollywood star and former politician Arnold Schwarzenegger has attended the inauguration of a museum in his native Austria, dedicated to his life. The museum, which opened in July, is located in the two-story house in the small village of Thal where more BBC News ( 10/7/2011 7:39:24 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum in Austria AP | Oct 7, 2011, 08.52PM IST THAL: Arnold Schwarzenegger - the bodybuilder, movie star and ex-governor who's in the middle of a messy divorce - invoked his life as model for young people on Friday during the formal inauguration of a museum dedicated more Times of India ( 10/7/2011 7:28:35 AM -08:00 ) Arnold Schwarzenegger unveils statue at his museum in Austria Former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger visited his hometown in Austria on Friday to unveil a towering bronze statue of himself at a museum dedicated to his legacy. The museum in the village of Thal has been open since July and is in the two-story home where more Los Angeles Times ( 10/7/2011 7:22:22 AM -08:00 ) Arnold back in Austria for Arnold Schwarzenegger Museum opening Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (3rd right) and Austrian Chancellor Werner Faymann (right) attend on Oct. 7, 2011 the unveiling of a statue during the opening of the Arnold Schwarzenegger Museum. It is located the house where he was more CBS News ( 10/7/2011 7:01:02 AM -08:00 ) Arnold inaugurates museum Throw on that Terminator costume, book your ticket to Austria and start flexing your biceps, because the Arnold Schwarzenegger museum has been approved by The Governator and is open for business. The action star and his son Patrick journeyed to more Politico (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:58:37 AM -08:00 ) Museum to myself: Arnold Schwarzenegger's childhood home dedicated Arnold Schwarzenegger is known for many things. But the bodybuilder, movie star and ex-governor won't be remembered for his humility. Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger unveils a statue of himself outside the home where he grew up, more msnbc.com (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:34:25 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger visits 'his' museum in Austria hometown THAL, Austria - Arnold Schwarzenegger, former body-builder, California governor and film star, visited Friday the new museum of his life in the house where he was born in Thal, southern Austria. "For me, the museum is a symbol of will, that anyone has more AsiaOne ( 10/7/2011 6:34:16 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum in Austria AP Arnold Schwarzenegger _ the bodybuilder, movie star and ex-governor whose romantic exploits have landed him in the middle of a messy divorce _ invoked his life as model for young people Friday during the formal inauguration of a more eTaiwan News ( 10/7/2011 6:20:23 AM -08:00 ) Arnold Schwarzenegger gets the Terminator of all museums This article was published on guardian.co.uk at 13.33 BST on Friday 7 October 2011 . It was last modified at 14.02 BST on Friday 7 October 2011 . Larger than life ... Arnold Schwarzenegger with his statue in Idaho, before it was bronzed and dispatched more The Guardian ( 10/7/2011 6:16:41 AM -08:00 ) Total Recall: Schwarzenegger opens Austria museum 1 of 3. A visitor looks at a robot figure from the movie 'the Terminator', inside the house where Austrian actor, former champion bodybuilder and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger was born, in the southern Austrian village of Thal, more Reuters ( 10/7/2011 6:01:30 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger inaugurates his museum in Austria In this picture publicly provided by the Arnold Schwarzenegger museum on their web page www.arnieslife.com, Austrian-born actor and former Californian governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, makes a print of his hands during the inauguration of a museum in more Detroit Free Press ( 10/7/2011 5:45:19 AM -08:00 ) Total Recall - Schwarzenegger opens Austria museum 1 of 10. Austrian actor, former champion bodybuilder and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (C) points at a 'Terminator' film poster, as he chats with Austrian Chancellor Werner Faymann, during a tour of his former home in Thal October 7. more Reuters UK ( 10/7/2011 5:21:15 AM -08:00 ) Arnold in Austria to dedicate Schwarzenegger museum By AP, THAL, Austria — Arnold Schwarzenegger has a message for young people aspiring to success: "Stay hungry." Schwarzenegger invoked the title of one of his early films Friday in an inspirational speech formally inaugurating the museum chronicling more Washington Post ( 10/7/2011 5:15:23 AM -08:00 ) Total Recall: Schwarzenegger opens Austria museum THAL, Austria (Reuters) - Arnold Schwarzenegger took a trip down memory lane in Austria on Friday, visiting his childhood home to open a museum dedicated to his life. Hundreds of fans - many clad in Terminator-style leather jackets more Reuters Canada ( 10/7/2011 5:09:30 AM -08:00 ) Schwarzenegger opens museum at his birthplace Arnold Schwarzenegger (C) with Austrian Chancellor Werner Faymann, during a tour of his former home in Thal October 7. 2011. A sign reads "Arnold Schwarzenegger house of birth" in the southern Austrian village of Thal, October 7, 2011. more Times LIVE ( 10/7/2011 4:44:36 AM -08:00 ) Arnie Opens Museum In Childhood Home Arnold Schwarzenegger has opened a museum dedicated to his life in the house where he grew up. The former California governor and movie star flew into Thal in Austria with his son Patrick to dedicate the museum, which opened to the public on his 64th more Sky News ( 10/7/2011 4:44:30 AM -08:00 )

Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz take their relationship public Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:12 AM PDT Michael Moore and Tim Robbins join Occupy Wall Street demonstrators in New York. | Gallery: Occupy Wall Street (Stan Honda - AFP/Getty Images) Occupy Wall Street has gained two new celebrity supporters, as the protests continue for more Washington Post (blog) ( 10/7/2011 4:16:14 AM -08:00 ) Robbins joins Wall Street march Hollywood star Tim Robbins has joined a march in New York to boost a campaign against social inequality. The Oscar-winning actor was part of the Occupy Wall Street rally in Manhattan where protesters have been speaking out against corporate greed. more Sky News Australia ( 10/6/2011 8:20:16 PM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz go public with romance AP Photo/Evan Agostini "Gossip Girl" star Penn Badgley has gone public with new girlfriend Zoe Kravitz – the pair was snapped kissing and holding hands in New York City on Tuesday. Reports suggested Badgley and rocker Lenny Kravitz's daughter had more San Francisco Chronicle (blog) ( 10/6/2011 1:53:54 PM -08:00 ) Tim Robbins, Penn Badgley join Occupy Wall Street cause By PEOPLE.com The actor, who famously supports liberal causes, joined with protesters Wednesday at the Occupy Wall Street rally in Lower Manhattan. Robbins, 52, participated in the demonstration outside the Federal Courthouse in Foley Square. more CNN International ( 10/6/2011 1:42:53 PM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley, Tim Robbins Latest Celebs To Join Occupy Wall Street No, that's not Dan Humphrey unwittingly entangled in the Occupy Wall Street protests while on his way to save Serena or write a short story or make waffles with Rufus -- that's Penn Badgley, who enthusiastically participated in rallies in Lower more Huffington Post ( 10/6/2011 11:53:19 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz hold hands, share a kiss during stroll through Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz walked hand-in-hand through the streets of SoHo on Tuesday. While Blake Lively rebounds from one leading man to another, her ex Penn Badgley is stepping out with a new flame. The "Gossip Girl" star, 24, more New York Daily News ( 10/6/2011 11:17:58 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley dating Zoe Kravitz The 'Gossip Girl' actor - who dates co-star Blake Lively for three years until October 2010 - was seen holding hands and kissing the 'X-Men: First Class' actress as they walked in New York yesterday (04.10.11). A source told Us Weekly magazine: more Winnipeg Free Press ( 10/5/2011 11:20:48 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley And Zoe Kravitz Hold Hands In New York (PHOTO) The "Gossip Girl" star was spotted out in New York City with "X-Men" actress Zoe Kravitz, and the pair was holding hands and even shared a quick kiss while strolling through SoHo. So what's the deal with these two lovebirds? Though the actors have been more Huffington Post ( 10/5/2011 8:52:39 AM -08:00 ) PIC: Penn Badgley, Zoe Kravitz Hold Hands Sunrise, sunset. Just as Blake Lively has ended her five-month romance, her ex Penn Badgley is going public with a new woman: Zoe Kravitz! On Tuesday, the Gossip Girl actor, 24, held hands with the X-Men: First Class star, 22, during an affectionate more Us Magazine ( 10/5/2011 7:26:33 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley and Zoe Kravitz take their relationship public Just after his ex, Blake Lively, ends her short-lived relationship with Leonardo DiCaprio and starts a new one with Ryan Reynolds, Penn Badgley goes public with his new girlfriend. The Gossip Girl star held hands with Zoe Kravitz in New York City on more TheCelebrityCafe.com ( 10/7/2011 8:44:53 AM -08:00 ) Gossip Girl's Penn Badgley Joins Occupy Wall Street Protest He's using 'any Gossip Girl actor Penn Badgley is supporting the Occupy Wall Street protests in New York. The actor confesses that he's using his celebrity status to help give some more exposure to the cause. Badgley, who previously dated his co-star Blake Lively, more Entertainmentwise ( 10/7/2011 6:20:15 AM -08:00 ) Occupy Wall Street Adds Actor Tim Robbins to Movement Actor Tim Robbins has joined forces with Occupy Wall Street in New York City to earn the movement more support and publicity. Robbins appeared at the demonstration first-hand on Thursday, saying, "This is what more Christian Post ( 10/7/2011 6:13:38 AM -08:00 ) 'Gossip Girl' Penn Badgley joins Occupy Wall Street protests The Gossip Girl star attended a series of speeches this week in New York City, where demonstrators have gathered to oppose a variety of political causes. Badgley said he felt a need to lend his celebrity status to the growing youth protest movement. more Digital Spy UK ( 10/7/2011 5:44:12 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley proud to protest The 24-year-old star marched alongside Occupy Wall Street protestors in New York on Wednesday. Occupy Wall Street is an on-going series of demonstrations in New York City based in Zuccotti Park. The participants of the event are mainly protesting more Film News ( 10/7/2011 12:11:24 AM -08:00 ) Penn Badgley, Zoe Kravitz dating confirmed The American actor Penn Badgley began dating actress Zoe Kravitz after his split with Blake Lively and the couple is serious over relationship than ever. Penn, 24, and Zoe, 22 were spotted together during their casual walk in New York City on Tuesday, more MJB Star ( 10/6/2011 10:58:35 PM -08:00 ) Celebs Join 'Occupy Wall Street' Rally In New York City When celebrities join any sort of political movement it always seems to become more legit. Regardless of whether or not you like this, it's true. The 'Occupy Wall Street' rally has been going on in Lower Manhattan since mid-September and some of more Ology ( 10/6/2011 5:51:47 PM -08:00 ) Tim Robbins joins Occupy Wall Street protesters Do-gooder Tim Robbins has joined the Occupy Wall Street protests in New York City, a week after his former longtime love Susan Sarandon checked out the scene. The Green Lantern actor says that while the protest could be a lot more organized, more SheKnows.com ( 10/6/2011 5:45:13 PM -08:00 ) Tim Robbins, Penn Badgley are the latest celebs to join Occupy Wall Street cause The Occupy Wall Street protests continue to pick up steam for the 20th day as actors Tim Robbins and Penn Badgley officially joined the cause on Wednesday. Robbins, 52, was spotted participating in the demonstration right outside the Federal Courthouse more The Inquisitr ( 10/6/2011 5:32:32 PM -08:00 ) The gossip's true Gossip Girl star Penn Badgley has gone public with new girlfriend Zoe Kravitz, after they were snapped kissing and holding hands in New York. Reports suggested Badgley, below, and rocker Lenny Kravitz's daughter had struck up a romance after the two more The West Australian ( 10/6/2011 4:47:41 PM -08:00 ) Tim Robbins Joins 'Occupy Wall Street' Among the celebrities showing their support for the Occupy Wall Street movement, actor Tim Robbins didn't just tweet support, he showed up! The protests against corporate greed have had limited media coverage but are striking a cord across America. more Gather Celebs News Channel ( 10/6/2011 4:28:24 PM -08:00 )

Justin Bieber Surprises Rio Fans With Selena Gomez Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT Earlier this year, Justin Bieber hopped onstage with Selena Gomez during a stop on her tour, and on Thursday night, she returned the favor. The couple shared the stage as Bieber performed in Rio de Janeiro, more MTV.com ( 10/7/2011 8:39:02 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber And Selena Gomez Duet Onstage Selena Gomez was the surprise guest at boyfriend Justin Bieber's show in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil last night (Thursday October 06). Fans were treated to an unexpected performance by the star when she took to the stage to perform her track Who Says, more MTV UK ( 10/7/2011 7:52:26 AM -08:00 ) Bieber staying in $2900 a night 'luxury hotel' with Gomez in Rio Their room has two marble bathrooms, king-sized bed and luxury French fabrics. "Justin and Selena are staying at the Copacabana Palace in Rio de Janeiro, which is considered to be the most exclusive hotel in Rio. They are staying in a penthouse suite more Times of India ( 10/7/2011 3:54:10 AM -08:00 ) Is Justin Bieber controlling Selena Gomez? But according to a body language expert, Justin Bieber's the boss when it comes to his relationship with Selena Gomez. US body language guru, Dr Lilian Glass, told HollywoodLife.com that the (above) pic of Justin and Selena looking holding hands and more Ninemsn ( 10/6/2011 5:10:06 PM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez lean in for a kiss as they head back to hotel Justin Bieber has plenty of groupies, but his number one fan was on hand for kisses and hugs after his performance in Brazil last night. The star raced straight into girlfriend Selena Gomez's arms after leaving the stage in Rio De more Daily Mail ( 10/6/2011 12:39:24 PM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber And Selena Gomez Share $2900 Hotel Room In Brazil Selena Gomez has been tagging along with boyfriend Justin Bieber on the South American leg of his tour and the two pop stars are staying in one of Brazil's fanciest hotels. Gomez, 19, and Bieber, 17, are staying at the Copacabana Palace in Rio de more Huffington Post ( 10/6/2011 12:36:37 PM -08:00 ) Video: Anderson Silva dancing with Justin Bieber. No, really. Anderson Silva recently defended his middleweight title at UFC 134 in Rio de Janeiro. What does the pound-for-pound king do to kick back after a hard training camp? Maybe spend some time on the beach, hang out with his family, more Yahoo! Sports (blog) ( 10/6/2011 6:05:25 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez: Selena Pulls Prank on JB In the latest Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez dating news, the "Love You Like a Love Song" singer has pranked her man. The latest prank didn't involve Twitter but instead it involved Selena "grilling" Justin to the point he was seriously questioning her more Gather Celebs News Channel ( 10/7/2011 8:39:08 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Duet in Rio [VIDEO] By IBTimes Staff Reporter | October 7, 2011 12:21 PM EDT Justin Bieber surprised millions of screaming fans in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday night when he brought out girlfriend Selena Gomez on stage for a special duet. Sign up to get up- to- date more International Business Times ( 10/7/2011 8:22:22 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Perform, Make Out in Brazil Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez cuddle in a location other than Rio de Janeiro in this July 2011 file photo. Justin Bieber is touring Brazil, and he's brought girlfriend Selena Gomez along for the trip. And since the two pop stars are still in their more Dose.ca ( 10/7/2011 8:19:26 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber Ready For Christmas In October, Sings 'Mistletoe' In Rio A fan video of Justin Bieber singing a new song has hit the Internet - and inspired the singer to release the tune early! While in Rio, Justin delivered the debut of the holiday song Mistletoe. Soon after, his performance hit YouTube - watch it below. more Starpulse.com ( 10/7/2011 8:01:11 AM -08:00 ) Watch Justin Bieber & Selena Gomez Surprise Fans With 'Who Says' Duet in Brazil! Justin Bieber had a special guest join him on stage during his concert in Rio de Janeiro Thursday night. Can you guess who? His one-and-only leading lady Selena Gomez! Jelena fans got a huge surprise when Selena came out on stage with her "Who Says" more OK! Magazine ( 10/7/2011 7:24:27 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber Rocks Rio With New Song "Mistletoe" 'Glee' has slid in the ratings this season, and, three episodes in, the series has only produced one Top 10 song on iTunes: "Fix You." Have you lost interest, Gleeks? No way! I still watch the show religiously, and Season 3 is the best so far. more Idolator: All About The Music ( 10/7/2011 7:14:13 AM -08:00 ) VIDEO: Justin Bieber performing Mistletoe for the 1st time! We're expecting Justin Bieber's single Mistletoe to land sometime very, VERY soon. He's been shooting his festive video for the single, and his album Under The Mistletoe is released on November 1st, so it should come out before then. more Sugarscape ( 10/7/2011 6:48:54 AM -08:00 ) Justin Bieber Makes Sure His Fans Know It's Real! (PHOTOS) By GlobalGrind Staff 33 min 7 sec ago Even when he wants to relax, Justin Bieber can't seem to escape his die hard fans. This time, while in Brazil, the Biebs made sure he showed the girls some love back while standing over his hotel balcony, more Global Grind ( 10/7/2011 6:21:51 AM -08:00 ) Selena Gomez kisses Justin Bieber on stage in Brazil Thursday, Selena Gomez not only joined Justin Biber to sing on stage in Rio as the My World tour played Brazil, but she also kissed and hugged her boyfriend in front of the very excited crowd in the sold-out arena. Before the music started, more Examiner.com ( 10/7/2011 6:06:39 AM -08:00 ) PHOTOS: Selena Gomez And Justin Bieber Get Romantic In Brazil Selena Gomez doesn't need to worry about any Brazilian girls catching boyfriend Justin Bieber's eye because it seems that he only has eyes for her. Justin, who is in the country's capital, Rio de Janeiro for his My World South American Tour, more Entertainmentwise ( 10/7/2011 5:58:08 AM -08:00 ) Check Out Justin And Selena's Beautiful, Private Penthouse Suite! Bieblievers, want to be even more jealous of Selena Gomez than you already are? Then check out where she and Justin Bieber have been staying while in Brazil! Tre, tre chic! And did we mention, romantic! Justin and Selena have been in Brazil the last more PerezHilton.com ( 10/7/2011 5:49:33 AM -08:00 ) Selena Gomez surprises at Justin Bieber concert (video) When everyone attended Justin Bieber's concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Thursday night, you have to wonder — just how many of them actually expected to see Selena Gomez around? Following a near-constant stream of reports that Selena was present in more CarterMatt.com ( 10/7/2011 5:48:26 AM -08:00 )

'Simpsons' actor breaks silence, says Fox should share profits Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT The cast and producers of The Simpsons have been silent since news of their latest contract war with studio 20th Century Fox TV broke out. Until now. Cast member Harry Shearer — who provides the voice for Mr. Burns, Smithers, more Entertainment Weekly ( 10/7/2011 8:35:51 AM -08:00 ) 'The Simpsons' Cancellation Looms; Harry Shearer Speaks Out With the clock ticking down on contract negotiations that could save the show for one last season -- or see it end after this, its 23rd -- one of the cast members of "The Simpsons" released a statement in an effort to nudge producers 20th Century Fox more Huffington Post ( 10/7/2011 8:13:06 AM -08:00 ) 'Simpsons' Voice Actor Speaks Out About Negotiations With Fox As a star of "The Simpsons," Harry Shearer provides the voices of dozens of characters on that Fox animated comedy, from the nefarious plutocrat Montgomery Burns to Homer's gentle next-door neighbor, Ned Flanders. more New York Times (blog) ( 10/7/2011 7:54:38 AM -08:00 ) Shearer would take 70 pct "Simpsons" pay cut for profit share Actor and comedian Harry Shearer, nominated for Best Comedy Album, arrives at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles February 10, 2008. By Tim Molloy NEW YORK (TheWrap.com) - "Simpsons" voice actor Harry Shearer says he's willing to take a 70 more Reuters ( 10/7/2011 7:50:52 AM -08:00 ) 'Simpsons' Actor Harry Shearer: I Offered to Take 70% Pay Cut "Simpsons" voice actor Harry Shearer says he offered to take a 70 percent pay cut in exchange for back end payments from the show, and 20th Century Fox TV rejected the offer. For many years now, the cast of "The Simpsons" has more Reuters ( 10/7/2011 7:45:37 AM -08:00 ) Deadline Near in 'The Simpsons' Pay Cut Standoff Today's deadline in the standoff between "The Simpsons" voice actors and 20th Century Fox Television executives is drawing near and so is the possibility that season 23 of the iconic show could be its last. AP Bart may be riding his skateboard into the more ABC News (blog) ( 10/7/2011 7:25:38 AM -08:00 ) The Cricket's Daily 3: The end of 'The Simpsons'? D'oh! Characters from the animated series "The Simpsons," from left, Maggie, Marge, Lisa, Homer and Bart. The show's producer said Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011, that the show can't continue under its current financial model. That follows a report that big pay cuts more Salt Lake Tribune (blog) ( 10/7/2011 7:21:27 AM -08:00 ) Must not upset the boss ... Rocky ground ... The Simpsons could be going off the air because of a pay dispute. Photo: AP/Fox Money is the cause of, and solution to, a family spat, writes Michael Idato. For fans of The Simpsons it is devastating news: their beloved television more Sydney Morning Herald ( 10/7/2011 5:27:19 AM -08:00 ) Deadline for 'Simpsons' Voice Actors to Accept Pay Cuts Looms as Show Faces The fate of "The Simpsons" remains up in the air as the voice-over actors have yet to accept the proposed pay cuts to keep the animated hit show on the air, according to a report from Entertainment Weekly. The show's producer said Tuesday the show more Fox News ( 10/7/2011 5:18:14 AM -08:00 ) Fox executive says this could be the last season for 'The Simpsons' It could be the end of the road for Maggie, Marge, Lisa, Homer and Bart Simpson. / Fox BY BJ HAMMERSTEIN OK. It's now time to have a cow, man. An unidentified Fox executive tells entertainment news Web site www.thewrap.com that even if the six more Detroit Free Press ( 10/6/2011 10:00:56 PM -08:00 ) The Simpsons may be cancelled after 23 years The Simpsons is the longest-running comedy series on US television, but due to a pay dispute Fox may be unable to afford to keep it on air. By Piya Sinha-Roy, Reuters / October 7, 2011 The Simpsons producer said Tuesday, that the show can't continue more Christian Science Monitor ( 10/6/2011 8:56:38 PM -08:00 ) The Simpsons salary squabble teaches hard lesson of showbiz economics No doubt Bart, Homer, Marge and the rest of the Springfield gang have been a cash cow for Rupert Murdoch's media empire. By Joe Flint, Los Angeles Times October 6, 2011 LOS ANGELES — A salary dispute between the actors who provide voices for "The more Vancouver Sun ( 10/6/2011 7:02:47 PM -08:00 ) 'Simpsons' Deadline for Voice Actors Looms With hours to go before a noon Friday deadline to decide whether they'll accept dramatic pay cuts, the "Simpsons" voice actors are still talking amongst themselves about how to respond. "There's six different people and six more Reuters ( 10/6/2011 3:44:12 PM -08:00 ) Fox likely to axe The Simpsons after one more season After news broke earlier this week of labour disputes between the brass at Fox and the voice actors and producers of The Simpsons, The Wrap is now reporting that Fox is planning to take the animated sitcom off the air. According to The Wrap, more National Post (blog) ( 10/6/2011 2:11:52 PM -08:00 ) Simpsons' actors say show made S$1.3b in profits THE Simpsons' voice actors have commissioned a study estimating the show has made US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion) in profits as ammunition in their negotiations with 20th Century Fox TV over its demand that they agree to have their salaries cut nearly in more TODAYonline ( 10/6/2011 1:05:04 PM -08:00 ) Even for a non-fan, 'Simpsons' worth saving Giving you the day's top talkers and insights on the world of entertainment, celebrities, and pop culture. Follow Courtney on Twitter @courtneyatmsnbc, on Facebook and on Google+. By Courtney Hazlett A disclaimer before getting too deep into this: I more msnbc.com ( 10/6/2011 12:09:03 PM -08:00 ) Another "Simpson's" season would likely be last: executive Dan Castellaneta, the voice of Homer Simpson, signs a poster at the unveiling of the new ''The Simpsons'' US postage stamps in Los Angeles May 7, 2009. By Tim Molloy and Sharon Waxman LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) - Fox wants "The Simpsons" for one more more Reuters ( 10/6/2011 11:40:06 AM -08:00 ) Trouble in Springfield Ay, Caramba!" as Bart would say. The Fox network has threatened to pull the plug off The Simpsons if the voice actors don't agree to a 45 per cent pay cut. The actors, including Dan Castellaneta (who gave the unique voice stylings to Homer), more Indian Express ( 10/6/2011 10:08:18 AM -08:00 ) Another 'Simpsons' Season Would Likely Be Last, Executive Says By Tim Molloy & Sharon Waxman at TheWrap Fox wants "The Simpsons" for one more season at most -- and only if it can pay 25 to 30 percent less for it, an executive close to the show told TheWrap. The contention comes as producers have agreed to salary more Reuters ( 10/6/2011 9:18:55 AM -08:00 ) 'Simpsons' producers agree to pay cuts Fox has previously declared the iconic hit, "The Simpsons," is no longer sustainable under its current deal. (EW.com) -- Several top-level producers of "The Simpsons" have agreed to take pay cuts to keep the long-running more CNN ( 10/6/2011 6:19:50 AM -08:00 )

Court will hear from Jackson's doctor -- on tape Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT By ANTHONY McCARTNEY , 10.07.11, 12:53 PM EDT LOS ANGELES -- Prosecutors are expected to play for jurors on Friday a police interview conducted with the doctor charged in Michael Jackson's death, during which he lays out his version of events in the more Forbes ( 10/7/2011 9:01:00 AM -08:00 ) Coroner's toxicologist resumes testimony in trial of Jackson doctor Conrad Murray Dr. Conrad Murray sits at the defense table during his trial in the death of pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011. (CBS/AP) LOS ANGELES - A defense attorney is continuing his cross-examination Friday of a coroner's more CBS News ( 10/7/2011 9:00:37 AM -08:00 ) Testimony to Resume in Trial of Dr. Conrad Murray | AP Dr. Conrad Murray wipes his eyes as his attorney J. Michael Flanagan (R) watches in this frame grab from pool video during opening arguments in Murray's trial in the death of pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles September 27, 2011. more Fox News ( 10/7/2011 8:57:33 AM -08:00 ) Court will hear from Jackson's doctor -- on tape Mario Anzuoni / AP Dr. Conrad Murray faces the loss of his medical license and four years in prison if he is convicted. By ANTHONY McCARTNEY LOS ANGELES — Prosecutors are expected to play for jurors a police interview conducted with the doctor charged more msnbc.com ( 10/7/2011 8:30:58 AM -08:00 ) Testimony in trial of Jackson doctor resumes in L.A. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's doctor, is escorted by Los Angeles County Sheriffs deputies as he arrives at the Airport Courthouse to face charges of involuntary manslaughter in the singer's death in Los Angeles on Monday, Feb. 8, 2010. more Detroit Free Press ( 10/7/2011 8:23:31 AM -08:00 ) Testimony in trial of Jackson doctor resumes in LA LOS ANGELES -- A defense attorney is continuing his cross-examination of a coroner's toxicologist who has told jurors autopsy tests found a powerful anesthetic throughout Michael Jackson's body. more Forbes ( 10/7/2011 8:20:56 AM -08:00 ) Jackson investigator's errors On day eight of the Dr. Conrad Murray trial, a toxicologist tells jurors that a variety of tests done on Michael Jackson's body tested positive for the anesthetic propofol. Dr Conrad Murray, centre, sits with his lawyers J Michael Flanagan and Nareg more Stuff.co.nz ( 10/7/2011 8:00:22 AM -08:00 ) Conrad Murray Trial Resumes With Toxicologist Lawyers for the doctor accused of killing Michael Jackson are continuing the cross-examination of Dan Anderson, a Los Angeles County coroner's toxicologist. The jury may also be played a recorded police interview with Conrad Murray later. more Sky News ( 10/7/2011 7:58:24 AM -08:00 ) Fingerprint, Toxicology Report Used to Attack Conrad Murray Defense David McNew-Pool/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) -- Prosecutors in the Conrad Murray manslaughter trial have introduced forensic evidence including fingerprint evidence and his former patient Michael Jackson's toxicology report to attack the defense's claims more KBOI ( 10/7/2011 8:52:56 AM -08:00 ) Science Is Cornerstone In Murray Trial By Alan DukeCNN LOS ANGELES (CNN) -- Jurors in the trial of Michael Jackson's doctor are hearing more testimony about the drugs found in the pop icon's blood Friday, but they should soon also hear the police interview with Jackson's doctor. more KXLY Spokane ( 10/7/2011 8:40:34 AM -08:00 ) Jury to Hear Investigators' Interview With Michael Jackson's Doctor The interview with Dr. Conrad Murray was conducted two days after Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009 By Jonathan Lloyd Jurors in the trial of Michael Jackson's personal physician might hear a recording Friday of Dr. Conrad Murray as he describes the more NBC Philadelphia ( 10/7/2011 8:39:50 AM -08:00 ) Jackson Doc's police interview to be aired today Jurors at the trial of Michael Jackson's doctor will hear a tape of his police interview today. It will reveal Dr Conrad Murray's account of the last hours of the singer's life. The 2 hour police interview with Dr. Conrad Murray has never been heard in more TV3.ie ( 10/7/2011 8:39:24 AM -08:00 ) Conrad Murray's Lawyers Grill Investigator During MJ Trial by Staff The defense in the manslaughter trial of Conrad Murray said Thursday an investigator mishandled evidence at the scene of US pop star Michael Jackson's death. Jackson died June 25, 2009, at age 50. Autopsy results showed lethal levels of the more Post Chronicle ( 10/7/2011 8:38:21 AM -08:00 ) Dr. Conrad Murray Professes Love For Michael Jackson During Audiotape Dr. Conrad Murray told detectives from the Los Angeles Police Robbery Homicide Division during his interview about his love for Michael Jackson, RadarOnline.com is exclusively reporting. Dr. Murray and his lawyer, Ed Chernoff met with cops more Radar Online ( 10/7/2011 8:38:04 AM -08:00 ) Defense criticizes Jackson crime scene investigation LOS ANGELES--An attorney for Michael Jackson's in-house doctor challenged a crime scene investigator on Thursday and suggested she conducted a shoddy examination of the bedroom where the "Thriller" singer stopped breathing in 2009. more China Post ( 10/7/2011 8:28:34 AM -08:00 ) Testimony in trial of Jackson doctor resumes in LA Dr. Conrad Murray sits at the defense table with his attorney J. Michael Flanagan during his trial in the death of pop star Michael Jackson in Los Angeles, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011. (AP Photo/Mario Anzuoni, Pool) Deputy district attorney David Walgren more Austin 360 ( 10/7/2011 8:25:15 AM -08:00 ) Science is cornerstone in trial of Michael Jackson's doctor Jurors in the trial of Michael Jackson's doctor are hearing more testimony about the drugs found in the pop icon's blood Friday, but they should soon also hear the police interview with Jackson's doctor. The pathologist who conducted Jackson's autopsy more WFMZ Allentown ( 10/7/2011 8:13:12 AM -08:00 ) Investigator in Michael Jackson's death admits mistake Elissa Fleak, the investigator in Michael Jackson's death, admits that she made a mistake moving the objects in the room prior to being properly studied at their original place. However, she minimizes her deeds with the help of the Deputy District more Daily Gossip ( 10/7/2011 8:09:48 AM -08:00 ) Conrad Murray trial: LAPD detective to testify on 2-hour interview LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- LAPD Detective Scott Smith, who interviewed Dr. Conrad Murray shortly after the death of Michael Jackson, will take the stand during day nine of the involuntary manslaughter trial. Prosecutors may finally play the two-hour audio more abc7.com ( 10/7/2011 8:05:20 AM -08:00 )

'The X Factor' recap: And the final 32 are ... Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:11 AM PDT Well, that was fast! At the start of "The X Factor" on Wednesday night, as Boot Camp kicked off, 162 contestants were still in the running, cramming the stage with their hopes and dreams. By the end of Thursday night's episode, the vast majority of more Los Angeles Times ( 10/7/2011 8:12:07 AM -08:00 ) 'X-Factor,' Season 1, Episode 6: TV Recap In comparison to other performance-based shows like "America's Got Talent" or even its predecessor on Fox, "American Idol," the competition on "The X-Factor" is set up in an unusual format. While all of the contestants are required to more Wall Street Journal (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:32:53 AM -08:00 ) Tough choices on the 'X Factor' On Wednesday, 162 contestants of the "X Factor" went to boot camp, but only 100 stuck around. By Thursday, 68 more artists were sent packing as well. Here's how it all went down: Day two of boot camp went similarly to day one, as we saw more artists more CNN (blog) ( 10/7/2011 6:16:06 AM -08:00 ) "The X Factor": Group therapy leads to top 32 Contestants find out if they move on to the Judges Homes on "The X Factor," airing Oct. 6, 2011. (CBS) The last edition of "The X Factor" Boot Camp auditions symbolized America's biggest problem: So many people want a job, so few are chosen. more CBS News ( 10/7/2011 5:31:37 AM -08:00 ) 'X Factor' Boot Camp Begins: 162 Contestants Enter, Only 32 Will Leave More than 150 contestants made it through the "X Factor" auditions, but only 32 will continue on to the final competition. In the first 15 minutes of the "X Factor" boot camp round, that number was more Billboard ( 10/7/2011 5:16:19 AM -08:00 ) 'The X Factor' recap: Boot camp concludes as top 32 acts are revealed By Karl de Vries/The Star-Ledger FoxContestants anxiously wait Thursday to learn if they've been advanced into the next round of "The X Factor." Less than one month into "The X Factor," the majority of acts have already been vaporized. more The Star-Ledger - NJ.com ( 10/7/2011 4:03:51 AM -08:00 ) 'X Factor': 32 finalists revealed After a grueling first night of X Factor Boot Hollywood Camp Week, Night 2 opens with host Steve Jones, who we've learned from new "X Factor" photos is very tall, informing us we're in for more groups of hopefuls who still have to more Washington Post (blog) ( 10/7/2011 2:01:15 AM -08:00 ) 'X Factor' Boot Camp Sends Chris Rene, Rachel Crow Through Simon Cowell ends up a mentor to the girls, with Nicole Scherzinger in charge of the over-30 group. By Gil Kaufman After a relatively sane four audition episodes, "X Factor" got down to business on Thursday night (October 6), when the second evening of more MTV.com ( 10/6/2011 7:10:41 PM -08:00 ) X Factor: The final 32, with a twist Group 1: It includes Houston girl Ma'at Bingham Shango and buzzy names Chris Rene, Marcus Canty and Brennin Hunt. Some of them are all over the place, pitch-wise (Chris Rene). But there are some standouts — Marcus, Brennin and Ma'at, who holds her own more Houston Chronicle (blog) ( 10/6/2011 6:18:45 PM -08:00 ) 'X Factor' Recap: You Sound Like Five Million Bucks, Baby The auditions are over. On the plus side, we no longer have to endure the frog-throated hucksters who just wanted to get on TV. Unfortunately we're also done with the hilarious post-audition interviews, which were shot through gauzy, more RollingStone.com ( 10/6/2011 10:36:20 AM -08:00 ) 'The X Factor' recap: Who will survive boot camp? "The auditions are over," Steve Jones, host of "The X Factor," reminded us Wednesday night at the top of the show. "Tonight, it's boot camp as 162 acts face the toughest week of their life." Over the course of two shows, the second of which airs more Los Angeles Times ( 10/6/2011 9:02:49 AM -08:00 ) 'X-Factor,' Season 1, Episode 5, Boot Camp: TV Recap After last week, auditions ended on "The X-Factor," and all of the finalists made their way to Los Angeles for "boot camp." What this means is that all of the singers were divided into groups, and each group was given a song to more Wall Street Journal (blog) ( 10/6/2011 7:40:16 AM -08:00 ) 'X Factor' Judges Pick Top 32 After An Emotional Boot Camp For All By IBTimes Staff Writer | October 7, 2011 12:29 PM EDT Nearly 200 acts survived their first encounters with Simon Cowell on "The X Factor", but this week's boot camp episodes of the TV singing contest will sort out the weak from the strong. more International Business Times ( 10/7/2011 8:29:30 AM -08:00 ) 'The X Factor:' From boot camp to booted Judges wasted no time showing the door to slew of not-good-enoughs at boot camp on "The X Factor" this week. Over two nights, more than 100 were axed leaving 32 to go for the $5 million check and recording more Project Q Atlanta ( 10/7/2011 8:20:49 AM -08:00 ) The X Factor: How Does This Work Again? Last night I was officially annoyed with The X Factor. To be fair, the show suffered from my having to wait until the Yankees lost, and my husband was done swearing and stomping around the living room more Houston Press (blog) ( 10/7/2011 8:12:59 AM -08:00 ) The X Factor: Boot camp ends (spoiler alert) (Contestants over 30 get results on Thursday's X Factor in a Fox photo by Ray Mickshaw.) A few questions I'm pondering about the second boot camp episode of The X Factor (and if you don't want to know who the top 32 are, now would be a good time to more Toronto Star Blogs (blog) ( 10/7/2011 8:10:22 AM -08:00 ) 'X Factor' Recap: Top 32 Revealed Contestants find out if they move on to the judges' homes in this week's episode of 'The X Factor.' Courtesy of Mickshaw/FOX Things are heating up on The X Factor as boot camp concluded and 32 finalists were chosen on last night's episode. more Parade Magazine ( 10/7/2011 8:04:43 AM -08:00 ) X Factor Top 32|Chris Rene, Tora Woloshin, Skyelor Anderson, Drew Ryniewicz Tonight's X Factor promises more drama and cuts than last night as Boot Camp continues and 100 acts are reduced to 64, then finally to the 32 who will be split into four categories -- Boys, Girls, Over 30s, Groups -- and subsequently moved into the more Blinded By Sound ( 10/7/2011 6:54:44 AM -08:00 ) 'The X Factor' Recap: Picking The Best Team And Top 32 After almost buying in last night, I'm now entirely in on 'The X Factor'. The auditions for this show were terrible. Stale, over processed pieces of nothing that distracted from the music, judges and contestants and just focused on the schmaltz. more Starpulse.com ( 10/7/2011 6:26:06 AM -08:00 )

OnMedia: The seasonal ax falls again at NBC Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:12 AM PDT NBC has cancelled the Hank Azaria comedy Free Agents, a source familiar with the series says. The series, which began this season, had been struggling in the ratings. Last Wednesday, it slipped 23 per cent from its second-week numbers, more Edmonton Journal ( 10/7/2011 12:28:48 AM -08:00 ) NBC's 'Free Agents,' CW's 'H8R' tie to become second series pulled in new TV It's been a rough week for Hank Azaria (left). For Kathryn Hahn (right) too, but mostly Azaria. (Dean Hendler - DEAN HENDLER/NBC) In spite of star Hank Azaria's best tweeting efforts, his new NBC sitcom "Free Agents" finished in a more Washington Post (blog) ( 10/6/2011 3:34:25 PM -08:00 ) NBC cancels Hank Azaria sitcom 'Free Agents' Nation Newsday > News Content Preview Newsday/Optimum Online ® subscribers click here for full access Not a Newsday or Optimum Online ® subscriber? Click here NBC cancels Hank Azaria sitcom 'Free Agents' Originally published: October 6, more Newsday (subscription) ( 10/6/2011 1:50:59 PM -08:00 ) NBC cancels Hank Azaria sitcom `Free Agents' AP , 10.06.11, 05:38 PM EDT The comedy is the second casualty of the fall season, both at struggling NBC. The drama "Playboy Club" got its cancelation notice earlier this week. "Free Agents" starred Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn. more Forbes ( 10/6/2011 1:45:53 PM -08:00 ) NBC cancels Hank Azaria sitcom 'Free Agents' LOS ANGELES (AP) — NBC is cutting the low-rated new sitcom "Free Agents" loose. The comedy is the second casualty of the fall season, both at struggling NBC. The drama "The Playboy Club" got its cancelation notice earlier this week. more The Associated Press ( 10/6/2011 1:40:00 PM -08:00 ) Ax falls on another NBC series Seems like just last week NBC Entertainment President Bob Greeenblatt was assuring the press that he was standing by his schedule and that no shows were in danger of getting a quick hook. Some series, he mused, just need a little time to find an more Philadelphia Inquirer (blog) ( 10/6/2011 1:23:12 PM -08:00 ) Why Free Agents Was Canceled: It Was a Bad Photocopy of a Good British Show When The Playboy Club received its foreclosure notice on Tuesday, the only real surprise was that it beat Free Agents to the chop. That show—which starred Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn as Alex and Helen, co-workers with occasional more Slate Magazine (blog) ( 10/6/2011 12:44:16 PM -08:00 ) NBC cancels 'Free Agents' "Thanks to NBC for giving us a shot, thanks to all who watched Free Agents, and thanks to all who worked on the show- we had so much fun!!" Hank had previously spoken to Entertainment Weekly about his fear of cancellation, but the actor was also more CNN (blog) ( 10/6/2011 12:12:06 PM -08:00 ) NBC Cancels Free Agents The show, which starred Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hanh as co-workers who develop feelings for each other after having a drunken one-night stand, aired its final episode on Wednesday, a source said. more Seattle Post Intelligencer ( 10/6/2011 10:34:41 AM -08:00 ) NBC's 'Free Agents' axed TV Newsday > Entertainment > TV TV Zone RSS News, scoops, reviews and more from TV land. « Previous postNick Jonas to guest on NBC drama 'Smash' View all posts Next post »'American Horror Story': Good start NBC's 'Free Agents' axed Thursday October 6, more Newsday (subscription) ( 10/6/2011 10:19:19 AM -08:00 ) 'Free Agents' Canceled: NBC Axes Second Show Of Season NBC axed its new comedy "Free Agents" on Thursday after several weeks of poor ratings. The workplace comedy, which stars Hank Azaria, was canceled after drawing just a 1.0 rating with viewers ages 18-49 and 3.3 million viewers on Wednesday night. more Huffington Post ( 10/6/2011 10:08:32 AM -08:00 ) "Free Agents" canceled by NBC LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) - NBC has canceled the Hank Azaria comedy "Free Agents," an individual familiar with the series confirms to TheWrap. The series, which debuted this season, had been struggling in the ratings. more Reuters ( 10/6/2011 10:00:47 AM -08:00 ) NBC cancels 'Free Agents' The Wednesday series, starring Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn, struggled to find an audience since its mid-September launch against competitors "The X Factor" and "Survivor." It's most recent airing -- which was also its last -- brought in a low 3.2 more Los Angeles Times (blog) ( 10/6/2011 9:38:24 AM -08:00 ) "Free Agents" canceled by NBC Two days after canceling "The Playboy Club," NBC has pulled the plug on the low-rated, critically panned sitcom "Free Agents," Deadline reports. The remake of the UK series of the same name starred Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn as PR execs who have a more CBS News ( 10/6/2011 9:34:48 AM -08:00 ) NBC lets go of 'Free Agents' NBC's Free Agents is the second new series to get the ax this week. The sitcom, starring Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn, was an even worse weak spot than just-canceled Playboy Club, and had just 3.3 million viewers Wednesday. more USA Today ( 10/6/2011 9:26:04 AM -08:00 ) 'Free Agents' canceled by NBC The Hank Azaria comedy dropped sharply after its premiere four weeks ago and settled at a 3.3 million viewers and a 1.0 adults 18-49 rating. Repeats of new comedy Whitney will replace the show. "I'm pretty sure we'll do 13 of these at more Entertainment Weekly (blog) ( 10/6/2011 9:21:27 AM -08:00 ) OnMedia: The seasonal ax falls again at NBC NBC has cancelled its second new show of the new fall season, Hank Azaria's "Free Agents," which has been airing at 7:30 on the Wednesday lineup – competing against ABC's already strong night of sitcoms. It's not a surprise, more OnMilwaukee.com ( 10/7/2011 8:10:04 AM -08:00 ) NBC Drops 'Free Agents' The network announced Thursday that it had cancelled the freshman comedy, following weak ratings since its preview episode on Sept. 14. Wednesday night's episode pulled in 3.3 million viewers and a 1.0 rating in the crucial 18-49 adult demographic. more Critics Choice ( 10/7/2011 4:32:00 AM -08:00 ) NBC Axes Free Agents By Swanni Washington, DC (October 7, 2011) -- NBC yesterday took the ax to another show, cancelling the Hank Azaria comedy Free Agents. Earlier in the week, the peacock network cancelled The Playboy Club after the retro 60s drama petered out in the more TVPredictions.com (press release) ( 10/7/2011 3:19:46 AM -08:00 ) American Free Agents axed The American version of Channel 4 sitcom Free Agents has been axed after just four weeks. The NBC network has pulled the plug after this Wednesday's episode attracted just 3.3million viewers – a big plunge from the 6.3million who tuned in for the more Chortle ( 10/7/2011 12:11:26 AM -08:00 )

Blake Lively Trades Leo DiCaprio for Even Better Guy Posted: 07 Oct 2011 10:12 AM PDT The men recently linked to "Gossip Girl" beauty Blake Lively reads like a "Who's Who" in Hollywood these days. The sultry star only recently split from Leonardo DiCaprio, but it seems it didn't take her long to move on. E! Online reports that Lively more Fox News (blog) ( 10/7/2011 7:17:42 AM -08:00 ) Look who's Blake Lively dating now! PTI As Leonardo DiCaprio and Blake Lively become the latest Hollywood couple to part ways, here's a look at some of the hottest couples that were. Gossip Girl star Blake Lively seems to have moved on after her break-up with Leonardo DiCaprio as she was more Hindustan Times ( 10/7/2011 4:15:40 AM -08:00 ) Leonardo DiCaprio Gets Tied Up with a Snake Days before announcing his split from Blake Lively, the Oscar nominee visited the Australia Zoo with Great Gatsby costar and best buddy Tobey Maguire Saturday. Accompanied by his mom, DiCaprio got acquainted with a sizable snake for part of his tour more People Magazine ( 10/7/2011 2:02:48 AM -08:00 ) Leonardo DiCaprio dating Australian model PTI London: Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio has reportedly found himself a new girlfriend, Australian model Alyce Crawford, just days after ending his five-month-old romance with actress Blake Lively. DiCaprio, who is in Sydney to film 'The Great more IBNLive.com ( 10/7/2011 1:32:53 AM -08:00 ) Leonardo DiCaprio dating Australian model Alyce, Reports The 36-year-old actor - who announced his split from Blake Lively this week after five months of dating - has been cosying up to Alyce, 21, for the past few weeks while shooting 'The Great Gatsby' in Sydney. A source told Australia's Daily Telegraph more NDTV.com ( 10/7/2011 12:51:31 AM -08:00 ) Blake Lively enjoys company of Ryan Reynolds after split with Leonardo DiCaprio She just announced her split with boyfriend Leonardo DiCaprio, but it seems that it didn't take long for Blake Lively to catch the attention of another leading man. It has been reported that the 24-year-old Gossip Girl star has been more Daily Mail ( 10/6/2011 11:18:50 PM -08:00 ) Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively romance Acela-rates "Gossip Girl" Blake Lively's reps won't comment on "gossip" about her weekend in Boston with her "Green Lantern" leading man Ryan Reynolds — so don't even go there and ask about reports that the Hollywood honeys were smooching up a storm at the Back more Boston Herald ( 10/6/2011 8:39:46 PM -08:00 ) Visits ... Alyce Crawford and right, Leo DiCaprio SCREEN star Leo DiCaprio is reportedly dating model Alyce Crawford — after breaking up with Gossip Girl star Blake Lively. Leo, 36 — filming The Great Gatsby in Sydney — is said to be "really into" Aussie Alyce, 21, after they met at a club. more The Sun ( 10/6/2011 5:16:58 PM -08:00 ) The Star casino takes a gamble on Leonardo DiCaprio The Titanic star will be in Sydney until the end of the year shooting The Great Gatsby. Picture: AP Source: news.com.au Fresh from reports he is dating Sydney model Alyce Crawford, The Daily Telegraph hears that Leonardo DiCaprio (seen here yesterday more NEWS.com.au ( 10/6/2011 2:10:16 PM -08:00 ) Leo keeping wraps on latest match With Leonardo DiCaprio's transcontinental romance with Blake Lively over, the superstar is believed to have set his sights on Kiama model Alyce Crawford, The Daily Telegraph reported. Just weeks after romancing Gossip Girl stunner Lively at Aria more NEWS.com.au ( 10/5/2011 8:18:09 AM -08:00 ) Leonardo DiCaprio, Blake Lively split As Leonardo DiCaprio and Blake Lively become the latest Hollywood couple to part ways, here's a look at some of the hottest couples that were. Hollywood star couple Leonardo DiCaprio and Blake Lively have reportedly split after their five month more Hindustan Times ( 10/5/2011 2:27:19 AM -08:00 ) Blake Lively makes tracks to Hub with Ryan Reynolds Did beauteous Blake Lively ditch Leonardo Dicaprio to slum it in the Hub with her "Green Lantern" leading man Ryan Reynolds? The word over the weekend was that "The Town" trainwreck accompanied the "RIPD" star back to more Boston Herald ( 10/3/2011 8:01:17 PM -08:00 ) Leonardo DiCaprio Back to Dating Models By The Blemish, 9:26 AM on Oct 07, 2011, 0 Comments Actresses are nice but they have high aspirations. Models, on the other hand, are a little more realistic. They realize their looks won't last and are really pliable because of their low self-esteem. more The Blemish ( 10/7/2011 8:38:58 AM -08:00 ) Blake Lively Who? Leonardo DiCaprio Dating Aussie Model Alyce Crawford Newly-single Leonardo DiCaprio has been dating a stunning Aussie model for the past two weeks, it has been claimed. Leo, Down Under to film The Great Gatsby is said to be "really into" former Australia's Top Model contestant Alyce more National Ledger ( 10/7/2011 8:30:22 AM -08:00 ) Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds spotted making out October 7, 2011 -- Blake Lively is over Leonardo DiCaprio, and moving on with Ryan Reynolds. The 'Gossip Girl' star was spotted showing some PDA with her 'Green Hornet' co-star just hours after announcing her break up with Leo. more Examiner.com ( 10/7/2011 8:12:33 AM -08:00 ) Blake Lively Trades Leo DiCaprio for Even Better Guy Although we originally thought they broke up MONTHS back (due to mommy issues!), it seems Blake Lively and Leonardo DiCaprio only recently put the last nail in the coffin of their five-month relationship. But it doesn't seem like either is crying in more The Stir ( 10/7/2011 8:09:13 AM -08:00 )

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