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Attorney: Paternity test shows James Brown fathered boy 2 May 08, 23:51 ET AP - An attorney says a DNA test confirms James Brown fathered the son of a woman who claimed to be the singer's wife when he died. more Country star Rich infuriated by Abdul's "Idol" antics 2 May 08, 22:29 ET Reuters - Country artist and upcoming "Nashville Star" judge John Rich laid into "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul for her lack of attentiveness during a recent episode. more Drama of domestic ennui too subtle for its own good 2 May 08, 22:12 ET Reuters - This tale depicting the quiet existential despair of a married architect who finds his feelings reawakened by an attentive single woman is so muted and internal in its focus that its entire running time feels like a preamble to a drama that never quite begins. more Hollywood actors and studios extend labor talks again 2 May 08, 21:57 ET Reuters - The Screen Actors Guild and major Hollywood studios said on Friday they had agreed to extend their contract talks again, this time on a day-by-day basis, with the aim of closing a deal by next Tuesday. more ABC wins slow Thursday as ratings slump continues 2 May 08, 21:05 ET Reuters - The Thursday night ratings slowdown continues. more It's senior year as 'HSM3' begins filming in Salt Lake City 2 May 08, 21:04 ET AP - In real life, Zac Efron is just as cute - maybe cuter - than he is dancing and singing as Troy Bolton in Disney's wildly popular "High School Musical" movies. That's the assessment from 10-year-old Eden Withers, who got a close look at Efron during a news conference at East High School to mark the filming of "High School Musical 3: Senior Year." more 'American Idol' top boss: Paula Abdul isn't going anywhere 2 May 08, 20:18 ET AP - For starters, Paula Abdul isn't going anywhere. "Why would we get rid of Paula?" wonders Cecile Frot-Coutaz matter-of-factly, when questioned about possibly nixing the wacky "American Idol" judge now infamous for - among other things - critiquing both of Jason Castro's songs after he'd sung only one. more Lindsay Lohan's mugshot used in liquor industry ad 2 May 08, 20:15 ET AP - Lindsay Lohan is not exactly toasting her latest public appearance. A mugshot of the 21-year-old actress, who has been in and out of rehab after two arrests last year on drunken driving and cocaine charges, was prominently featured Friday in an advertisement attacking legislation for devices that measure a driver's blood alcohol level before their vehicle can start. more PR experts give good reviews to Cruise on Winfrey's show 2 May 08, 20:13 ET AP - Tom Cruise went back to where his run of negative publicity began: On a couch, next to Oprah Winfrey. But unlike his couch-jumping appearance on Winfrey's show three years ago, this time Cruise was serious, thoughtful and tried to defend his personal beliefs without seeming overbearing during an hourlong interview broadcast Friday. more WIFE IN MIXED MARRIAGE FEELS WRATH OF HUSBAND'S FAMILY 2 May 08, 19:59 ET Dear Abby - DEAR ABBY: My husband, "Vincent," and I have been together for 10 years. We have two beautiful children, a good marriage and a close bond with my family. more Jimi Hendrix estate disputes sex tape 2 May 08, 19:27 ET AP - The estate of Jimi Hendrix says it questions the authenticity of a sex tape released this week allegedly starring the deceased musician. more Cameron and Ashton Bring “Vegas” to Westwood 2 May 08, 18:57 ET Fashion Wire Daily - Cameron Diaz was all smiles at the red carpet premiere of her new comedy "What Happens in Vegas" at the Mann Village Theater in Westwood Thursday night, in her first public appearance since the unexpected death of her father Emilio on April 16. more It's senior year for Troy and friends as `HSM3' begins 2 May 08, 18:54 ET AP - In real life, Zac Efron is just as cute - maybe cuter - than he is dancing and singing as Troy Bolton in Disney's wildly popular "High School Musical" movies. more Lindsay Lohan mug shot launches drunk driving ad 2 May 08, 18:49 ET Reuters - A U.S. restaurant and liquor group used a mug shot of troubled actress Lindsay Lohan on Friday to launch a national campaign against the use of new technology aimed at keeping drunks off the road. more Billboard CD reviews: Neil Diamond, Robyn 2 May 08, 18:33 ET Reuters - Though Neil Diamond is riding the good will created by 2005's Rick Rubin-produced "12 Songs," there is a song on "Home Before Dark" called "Don't Go There," and the danger of overemotive "Heartlight"-ness always looms. While not quite as revealing and rewarding as its 2005 cousin, the new album will certainly please fans of Rubin and Diamond's stark-yet-comfy acoustic direction. more 'Panic' Is Winner of 2008 Edgar Award for Mystery Play 2 May 08, 18:29 ET Playbill - The Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award for Best New Play was given to Joseph Goodrich for his play Panic at a May 1 ceremony in Manhattan. more Kodjoe Exits 'Cat,' Revival Will End in June 2 May 08, 18:29 ET Playbill - Boris Kodjoe, the sleek actor and model known for TV's "Soul Food" and the films "All About Us" and "Madea's Family Reunion," is playing his final weekend of performances as Brick in Broadway's Cat on a Hot Tin Roof May 2-4. more Lindsay Lohan mugshot used in liquor industry ad 2 May 08, 18:00 ET AP - Lindsay Lohan is not exactly toasting her latest public appearance. more Hollywood actors, producers to extend talks 2 May 08, 17:31 ET AFP - Hollywood actors and producers have agreed to extend negotiations over a new contract after more than a fortnight of talks ended in a stalemate, union officials said Friday. more Country musician Jim Hager dies at 66 2 May 08, 17:26 ET Reuters - Jim Hager, who gained fame performing with his twin, Jon, on the nationally syndicated comedy and music television show "Hee Haw," has died of a heart attack, a friend said. more Denzel Washington tells NY kids science is important 2 May 08, 17:21 ET AP - Denzel Washington says inner-city schoolkids have to be reminded that scientists are more important than entertainers. more Judge dismisses charges against Rod Stewart's son 2 May 08, 16:17 ET Reuters - A judge on Friday dismissed charges against singer Rod Stewart's son Sean, who was accused of assault and vandalism outside a house in the Hollywood Hills last year, according to court documents. more Brad and Angelina Spend May Day in the Sun 2 May 08, 15:54 ET E! Online - Oh, to be young and in love and expecting your fifth child. more Carly Simon to Rachael Ray and friends: You're so vain 2 May 08, 15:20 ET AP - Surely Carly Simon wasn't talking about anybody in this room. more Uma Thurman stalker suspect says trial humiliating 2 May 08, 15:20 ET Reuters - The man accused of stalking actress Uma Thurman called his actions "misguided" on Friday and said he felt humiliated by the attention he has received. more Tom Cruise tells Oprah he's happily married 2 May 08, 14:17 ET Reuters - Tom Cruise returned to the Oprah Winfrey show on Friday and talked about his love for Katie Holmes, but this time he was denying marital problems instead of jumping on the couch to prove his passion for the young actress. more Carly Simon stays silent about who was so vain 2 May 08, 14:09 ET Reuters - Now that the identity of "Deep Throat," the secret source in the Watergate case, has been revealed, there is really only one lingering mystery from the 1970s. more Mum's the Word on Iron Man 2 May 08, 14:02 ET E! Online - Iron Man's mouth is sealed tight. At least for now. more Banksy throws London stencil party 2 May 08, 13:37 ET AP - Graffiti impresario Banksy and airbrush-wielding guerrilla artists blanketed the walls of an abandoned London tunnel with offbeat murals as part of a three-day stencil-art street party this weekend. more Snipes' attorneys to appeal tax conviction, 3-year sentence 2 May 08, 13:33 ET AP - Lawyers for Wesley Snipes have filed notice to appeal his federal tax conviction. more Jim Hager, half of country comedians Hager Twins, dies at 66 2 May 08, 12:51 ET AP - Jim Hager, one of the Hager Twins who satirized country life with cornball one-liners on TV's "Hee Haw," died in Nashville, the show's producer said Friday. He was 66. more Mariah Blocks Our View to a Marriage 2 May 08, 12:41 ET E! Online - Here doesn't come the bride. more Toxicology tests show Emilio intoxicated at time of crash 2 May 08, 12:30 ET AP - Toxicology tests show that Grammy-winning Tejano singer Emilio Navaira was intoxicated when the tour bus he was driving crashed into freeway barrels in suburban Houston in March, authorities said. more Ugly Betty Rumor Patrol 2 May 08, 12:05 ET E! Online - Art, life and Ugly Betty. Bear with us as we try to distinguish the difference. more Government launches appeal to deny Snoop Dogg a U.K. visa 2 May 08, 11:00 ET Yahoo! Music - The British Government has launched a second appeal to try to prevent Snoop Dogg from entering the U.K. more Reports: Mariah Carey marries actor Nick Cannon 2 May 08, 09:38 ET AP - Nick Cannon is cast as Mariah Carey's lover in her new video - but has the superstar diva given the young actor a considerably bigger role in real life? more Snipes Appeals Taxing Rap 2 May 08, 09:16 ET E! Online - The Demolition Man is seeking to blow up his conviction. more Julie Andrews writes autobiography of early life 2 May 08, 09:02 ET AP - When Julie Andrews was 14, her mother took her to a party at the home of a man in a nearby town. At her mother's bidding, the girl sang a song for the guests and sat down for a talk with the host, who was "tall and fleshly handsome." more Uma Thurman 'freaked out' by accused NYC stalker 2 May 08, 08:12 ET AP - Uma Thurman's hands shook slightly and her lips quivered as she told a jury about the bizarre card she received from her accused stalker. more `American Idol' top boss: Paula Abdul isn't going anywhere 2 May 08, 08:11 ET AP - For starters, Paula Abdul isn't going anywhere. more Film celebrates tightrope walk between Twin Towers 2 May 08, 08:05 ET Reuters - Even before they were built, New York's Twin Towers provided a dream for Philippe Petit, and he spent six years chasing that dream until he conquered them with a spectacular, illegal act. more He's coming out: Diddy announces himself in Hollywood 2 May 08, 07:37 ET AP - When the one-man, publicity-generating whirlwind that is Diddy met the well-oiled hype machine of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, sparks were bound to fly. more Barbara Walters reveals past affair with US senator 2 May 08, 06:27 ET AP - After three decades of keeping mum, Barbara Walters now says she had a past affair with married U.S. Senator Edward Brooke, whom she remembers as "exciting" and "brilliant." more Brangelina Can Influence Us Any Day 2 May 08, 05:06 ET E! Online - We normally think of heroes as people like George Washington and pioneers as the kind of folks who navigated the Mississippi on flimsy rafts. As for George Clooney, he thinks of buddies Brangelina. more Hey, Joe: Hendrix Sex Tape a Fake, Family Says 2 May 08, 04:59 ET E! Online - Jimi Hendrix's bedroom jam is apparently a sham. more That's Showbuzz! Highlights of celeb magazines 2 May 08, 04:17 ET Reuters - Here is a round-up of this week's U.S. celebrity magazines In Touch, People, Life and Style, Us and OK! Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. more Showbiz people briefs 2 May 08, 04:14 ET Reuters - Mia Wasikowska is joining "Amelia," the Amelia Earhart biopic starring Hilary Swank. Wasikowska ("In Treatment") will play Elinor, a young fan of Earhart's. Mira Nair is directing for Fox Searchlight. more Latest Hollywood script deals 2 May 08, 04:13 ET Reuters - Whitewater Films and "Akeelah and the Bee" producer Reactor Films have optioned Amy Morland and Vicki Rocco's romantic comedy screenplay "The Transitional Guy." more "Liaisons Dangereuses" in welcome Broadway return 2 May 08, 04:11 ET Reuters - Returning to Broadway for its first revival since its 1987 premiere, "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" proves itself as relevant as ever in its depiction of malicious sexual game-playing. more "Idol" slide continues after judge mix-up 2 May 08, 04:07 ET Reuters - A night after Tuesday's much-discussed on-air blunder by "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul, the results show of the talent show lost 1.2 million viewers from the previous week. more Own a Piece of Pam 2 May 08, 03:49 ET E! Online - She hasn't said anything about demons, but Pamela Anderson sure is exorcising a lifetime's worth of stuff. more "Iron Man" shares spotlight with romantic comedy 2 May 08, 03:34 ET Reuters - Tagging along behind "Iron Man" in the superhero saga's march to the box office altar this weekend will be a little counter-programming flower girl, "Made of Honor." more Zellweger Aims for Boob Tube 2 May 08, 03:33 ET E! Online - It's not just business as usual for Renée Zellweger's new small-screen foray. It's also pretty personal. more "Iron Man" producer Marvel mulling next movie 2 May 08, 03:31 ET Reuters - With "Iron Man" set to explode this weekend, the next question for producer Marvel Entertainment is: What now? more Superbad Lex exits "Smallville" 2 May 08, 03:26 ET Reuters - Michael Rosenbaum is leaving the CW's "Smallville" after seven seasons with the show. Rosenbaum, who plays Superman's nemesis Lex Luthor, will be replaced by two new villains. more Nicole Dusts Off Springfield Biopic 2 May 08, 03:23 ET E! Online - Her baby bump may still be invisible to the naked eye, but Nicole Kidman has already lined up—and tuned up—for her first postbaby role. more Hulk Hogan series lands at CMT 2 May 08, 03:06 ET Reuters - CMT is getting in the wrestling ring with Hulk Hogan. The country music cable network has ordered eight episodes of the competition series "Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling" for a fall debut. more Wayan and Perabo join ABC pilots 2 May 08, 02:52 ET Reuters - Damon Wayans is returning to ABC as the star of its comedy pilot "Never Better," playing a guy trying to be a good husband and father despite his somewhat misguided attempts. more Wedding Bell Blues 2 May 08, 02:00 ET Dear Margo - DEAR MARGO: Longtime reader, first-time writer. more Second nanny sues Rob Lowe in sex case 2 May 08, 01:23 ET Reuters - A former nanny for actor Rob Lowe has countersued the couple, claiming she was sexually harassed while working for them in 2007 in a case filled with sordid accusations and a claim of extortion. more U.S. sports dispute "white space" airwaves plan 2 May 08, 00:46 ET Reuters - A group of major U.S. sports leagues raised doubts on Thursday about a proposal to allow more wireless devices to operate over airwaves to become available next year when television broadcasters go digital. more

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