UN Helps Refugee Children Stay in School in Senegal

In Senegal’s northern Fouta region, the United Nations is helping thousands of Mauritanian refugee children continue their education. There are many economic and cultural challenges to staying in school while one is a refugee.

It is late afternoon at the Ndioum refugee camp, 500 kilometers northeast of Dakar. A few dozen Mauritanians have gathered after prayer to discuss new income-generating activities with members of the UN Refugee Agency.

Sitting quietly among this group of elderly men and women is Oumar Alassane Ba, a tall, lanky 16-year-old who is sporting a Chelsea football jersey and basketball shorts. Oumar is a Senegalese-born, Mauritanian refugee. He is the top student at his community high school and was named best overall student in the region.

Oumar said education for him is very important, because even though he is a student today, in the future he will be a father. His own father had to drop out of school, because of poverty, and he does not want this to happen to his own children.

Oumar is part of a new generation of refugees - a group who were born, schooled and, in some fortunate cases, financially supported in Senegal’s French school system.

The first group of refugee students arrived in 1989 among more than 60,000 Mauritanians who fled to Senegal following ethnic clashes. Many students arrived with little hope of continuing their studies.

Eva Longoria: Fulfillment Fund's Stars Gala!

Eva Longoria hits the red carpet in Moschino at The Fulfillment Fund’s Stars Gala, held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Tuesday (November 1) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The Fulfillment Fund provides first generation and low income students with the support necessary to graduate from high school and go to college.

Eva recently reflected on tabloid reports about her dating L.A. Lakers forward Matt Barnes.

“Once again, press gets it wrong, Matt Barnes and I are not dating! We are doing a charity event together for Padres and Athletes vs Cancer. . Why is the truth never the headline? why did I bother to comment when they put your statement at end of articles? #stillannoying,” she wrote on her WhoSay account.

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Stanley Tucci Is Engaged to Emily Blunt's Sister

Stanley Tucci is one step closer to be Emily Blunt's brother-in-law. Us Weekly reported that the 50-year-old actor, who portrays Caesar Flickerman in "The Hunger Games", has reportedly got engaged to Felicity, the sister of "The Adjustment Bureau" actress.

A source said that Stanley, whose first wife lost her battle with cancer in April 2009, is "very happy" with Felicity, who works at a London literary agency. "It hasn't been easy for him getting into a new relationship," the source added, "but Felicity is a lovely person and very warm and comforting."

On how the two got to know each other, the source said it was Emily who set them up after she and Stanley worked together in "The Devil Wears Prada". "Emily loved Stanley on the set of 'Devil', and just thought they would hit it off, so she set them up," spilled the source before adding that the actor has been making frequent visits to London to spend time with Felicity.

Stanley reportedly introduced Felicity as his fiancee at the afterparty for "Rampart" last Tuesday, November 1 night. An observer said that the pair "looked completely content together". The event held at Mondrian Soho in downtown New York City was also attended by Billy Crudup, director Abel Ferrara and Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor.

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Ethan Zohn Undergoes New Form of Chemotherapy for Returning Cancer

After 20 months in remission from Hodgkin's lymphoma, Ethan Zohn is once again battling cancer. In a new interview with PEOPLE, the former "Survivor" winner announced that doctors told him on September 14 his cancer has returned and he is currently undergoing a new "smart" form of chemotherapy, SGN-35.

Of the returning cancer, the 37-year-old said, "It's localized in my lung area. But it's good that it's not all over my body." He went on to share that he began with the treatment that only targets the cancerous cells on October 18. Keeping a positive mind, he was quick to point out, "I won't lose my hair again."

Ethan hopes to have a stem cell transplant from one of his brothers after three months of treatment. He, however, won't know from which brother he'll be getting the stem cell. "The doctors won't tell me which one," he said. "They didn't want me to start treating one differently than the other. Of course my whole family is taking bets on who it is."

Although facing another battle against cancer, the boyfriend of Jenna Morasca stated, "I don't want fear or cancer to define me, but it's always in the back of your mind." That's why, he is still planning to run in the New York City Marathon on November 6 to raise money for his Grassroot Soccer organization.

Of his marathon plan, the former contestant on "The Amazing Race" said, "The doctors think I'm crazy but they gave me the okay." He added, "Cancer isn't going to slow me down. I want people to know that you can still live a fulfilled life and move forward."

Ethan was first diagnosed with a rare form of Hodgkin's lymphoma in April 2009. He underwent two unsuccessful rounds of chemotherapy that caused him to lose his trademark curly locks, before he was declared in remission.

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Hilary Duff: Taking Vocal Classes Again!

Hilary Duff and hubby Mike Comrie get into the Halloween spirit and dress up as bank robbers in this new shot posted to her Twitter account.

“We’re gunna take you for allllll u got!!!” tweeted the 24-year-old actress, who wore a HoodieBuddie sweatshirt with HB3 Technology.

Hil also recently told her fans that she’s begun taking classes lessons again! “For the next few months it’s just for entertainment…but yay!” she wrote.

Also pictured is Hil heading to a Pilates class on Tuesday and to the dentist on Wednesday. 10+ pics inside…

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First Photo of Justin Bieber's Alleged Baby Graces Tabloid Cover

The first photo of Justin Bieber's alleged baby boy has been published. Gracing the newest cover of Star Magazine, it gives a look at sleeping Tristyn Anthony Markhouse Yeater and his mother, 20-year-old Mariah Yeater who recently filed a paternity lawsuit against the pop sensation.

Yeater filed the lawsuit against Bieber on October 31. In the court papers, she claimed to have sex with the "Baby" hitmaker in a bathroom at Los Angeles' Staples Center after his sold-out concert on October 25, 2010. She noted, "When I later realized I was pregnant with Justin Bieber's baby, I tried to contact him through his representatives but no one ever called me back."

"On July 6, 2011, I gave birth to a baby boy," the Californian woman added. "That was exactly 36 weeks and two days after the sexual encounter with Justin Bieber. Based upon the timing as well as the fact there were no other possible men that I had sex with that could be the father of this baby, I believe that Justin Bieber is in fact the father of my baby."

Representatives for Bieber have slammed Yeater's claims. "While we haven't yet seen the lawsuit, it's sad that someone would fabricate malicious, defamatory, and demonstrably false claims," they said in a statement. "We will vigorously pursue all available legal remedies to defend and protect Justin against these allegations."

17-year-old Bieber himself has chosen to ignore the allegations. "All the rumors...the gossip....I'm gonna focus on the positives....the music," he first tweeted, before posting hours later, "So I'm going to ignore the rumors...and focus on what is real. An opportunity to help by doing what i love. Judge me on the music!"

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Coroner Uncovers Bubba Smith Died of Diet Pill Overdose

Around three months after Bubba Smith was found dead at his home on Sunlight Place in Baldwin Hills, the Los Angeles County coroner's office shed light on the cause of his death. On Wednesday, November 2, it was revealed that the former NFL player-turned-actor died from taking too many diet pills.

Spokesman Ed Winter said in a statement that Bubba suffered from acute intoxication of the drug along with other conditions. According to his autopsy reports, the former defensive lineman had high levels of the weight-loss drug Phentermine in his system. He also had heart disease, an enlarged heart and up to 75 percent blockage of some blood vessels, as well as hypertension.

6-foot-7 Bubba, who played mild-mannered Moses Hightower in six "Police Academy" films, passed away on August 3 at the age of 66. His body was found by his caretaker. A recording of the 911 call obtained by TMZ heard his caretaker telling emergency services operator, "I went to knock on the door - I got nothing back at all." Authorities initially believed he died of natural causes.

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More 'X-Factor' Drama: Simon Cowell & Nicole Scherzinger Are Caught In 'X-Factor' Feud

See Simon, we believe this is what you call Karma. After replacing U.K. pop star Cheryl Cole with U.S. pop star Nicole Scherzinger, it seems like Cowell may now be regretting that "X-Factor" casting decision.

Last week, Cowell criticized Scherzinger for a few of her song and wardrobe choices, and now, it seems like Cowell doesn't want to risk anything this week.

RadarOnline reports that tensions are behind-the-scenes, especially after Cowell decided to intervene with Scherzinger's contestants this week. "Simon said last week he didn't like Stacy Frances' song and called her a 'church singer,' which Nicole took as a huge insult," said the RadarOnline source. "It actually wasn't. It was about Nicole picking the wrong style song for Stacy. This week Simon started appearing at Nicole's acts during rehearsals. He thinks it's hilarious that Nicole got so mad with him last week and loves the fact Nicole's acts seek his approval. This week he's even taking credit for choosing Stacy's song."

In related news, "The X-Factor" is currently under more scrutiny after former contestant Dexter Haygood said he rigged his elimination with the show's producers. Not to mention another one of Scherzinger's contestants, Stacy Francis, is amidst controversy, after she made several false claims regarding her professional past.

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Megan Fox Heats Up Hollywood

Megan Fox looks effortlessly chic as she runs errands on Wednesday (November 2) in Hollywood.

The 25-year-old actress wore a pair of Louboutin heels for her trip into town.

It was recently announced that Megan will take part in this year’s 24 Hour Plays on Broadway, where actors, writers, and directors have one day to write and rehearse plays before performing them in front of an audience!

The event benefits the Urban Arts Partnership and will also feature Julia Stiles, Sarah Silverman, and Jason Biggs.

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Elisabetta Canalis and Mehcad Brooks: New Couple Alert!

George Clooney isn't the only one who has moved on.

Elisabetta Canalis, who split with the Oscar winner this summer, was spotted arm-in-arm with Mehcad Brooks in Italy today. He's the well-sculpted specimen who appeared on True Blood as Eggs and currently stars on USA's Necessary Roughness.

Canalis recently opened up abut her relationship with Clooney. She said he was more of a father figure than a boyfriend... which is just a tad creepy. 

For Brooks' sake, let's hope this gorgeous model sees him as more of a sex toy than anything else.

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Emmy Rossum Skipped Halloween for 'Shameless'

Emmy Rossum flashes a grin as she exits Judi’s Deli on Monday (October 31) in Beverly Hills.

The 25-year-old actress, in an Alexa Chung for Madewell dress and carrying a Coach purse, grabbed some lunch to go before heading on her way.

Instead of celebrating Halloween this year, Emmy was stuck learning lines for her television show, Shameless, which only has two more weeks of filming!

“There’s a chill in the air, fall is finally here!! Avoided halloween in favor of learning lines. Two more weeks of shooting @SHO_Shameless,” Emmy tweeted that day.

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Lady Gaga: Mermaid for Visionaire Magazine Cover!

Lady Gaga takes on the form of a mermaid for the latest “Larger Than Life” issue of Visionaire magazine.

“There is no oil too thick as to destroy the imagination,” the 25-year-old pop star said.

The Guinness World Records certified this issue the largest magazine ever produced and will be available at the Visionaire Gallery, at 11 Mercer Street in New York.

The issue will be available in two edition sizes: Standard Edition measures 36 inches x 49.48 inches - a Limited Edition of 2,500 numbered copies (Price: US $375.00); Deluxe Edition measures 57.48 inches x 79 inches - a Limited Edition of 250 numbered copies (Price: US $1,500.00).

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Amanda Seyfried to Play Porn Star Linda Lovelace?

Justin Timberlake wraps his arm around co-star Amanda Seyfried at the photo call for their new movie, In Time, held at Hotel Adlon on Wednesday (November 2) in Berlin, Germany.

The 25-year-old actress, who paired her sexy cut-out Lyn Devon dress with YSL platform shoes, is set to play porn star Linda Lovelace, who’s famous for her 1972 adult film Deep Throat.

Peter Sarsgaard is also attached to play pornographer Chuck Traynor in the upcoming drama Lovelace, according to Variety.

FYI: Justin is wearing threads from his own fashion line, Williams Rast.

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Britney Spears: 'Rock of Ages' with Jason Trawick!

Britney Spears flashes a smile while leaving the Shaftesbury theatre on Tuesday (November 1) in London, England.

The 29-year-old pop star was joined by her boyfriend Jason Trawick as they caught a showing of the musical, Rock of Ages. After the show, the happy couple headed backstage to take pics with the cast!

The day before, Britney and her family posed in their Halloween costumes backstage at her Femme Fatale tour.

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Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt to Reunite as OSCARS?

JENNIFER Aniston and Brad Pitt are planning to make their first public appearance together — at the Oscars.

The couple — who divorced in 2005 after 5 years of marriage — have been asked to present one of the gongs at next February’s ceremony after their pal Brett Ratner landed the job of producing the show.

“They’re both considering it,” a source told Britain’s Now magazine.

“Brett knows that getting them on the podium together will make the ceremony the most talked about one ever.

“They hate the fact that the world thinks they’re at war.

“The only problem is that Angelina will be furious. But Brad says that won’t stop him.”

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Chloe Moretz Covers 'Interview' Magazine

Chloe Moretz smolders on the cover of Interview magazine’s November 2011 issue.

Here’s what the 14-year-old actress had to share with Drew Barrymore, who interviewed her:

On who she would date if she could date anyone: “This is hard! In my age range there’s not many people to date, so…My date would have to be with…Maybe Ryan Gosling.”

On what she learned while working with Tim Burton: “Oh, Mr. Burton . . . Well, that’s hard because no one actually, like, sits you down and gives you advice or anything, you know what I mean? But the thing with Tim is definitely the way that he really just focuses on his actors. If the actor says, “No, I don’t feel that’s right for the character,” then he takes that so seriously - and not many directors do that in the same way. So that was a very special thing, working with him.”

On her favorite movies, both new and old: “A new film I love would have to be Black Swan probably, and an old one would have to be either Gone With the Wind or Breakfast at Tiffany’s.”

FYI: Drew directed Choe in the music video for “Our Deal” by American indie rock band Best Coast.

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Mila Kunis: Sunday Work Out Woman

Mila Kunis rocks her workout gear out and about on Sunday (October 30) in Hollywood.

The 28-year-old Friends with Benefits star quickly put the hood up on her sweatshirt when she realized she was being recognized.

Up next for Mila is the film Ted, which also stars Mark Wahlberg.

Here’s a synopsis of the Seth MacFarlane flick: A story centered on a man and his teddy bear, who comes to life as the result of a childhood wish.

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Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens and Emma Roberts In Talks to Star in 'Spring Breakers'

Three beautiful starlets are close to star in Harmony Korine's upcoming film called "Spring Breakers". Variety reported that Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens and Emma Roberts are in talks to play college girls who rob a restaurant to pay for their trip to the beach.

Gomez is expected to play the most religious member of the gang, Roberts is eyed to portray a Southerner who feeds off danger, and Hudgens is likely to tackle on another gang member. If they get the role, they will join James Franco, who is set to play a drug and arms dealer who bails those girls out of jail and entices them to kill his rival.

"Spring Breakers" is scheduled to kick off its production in Florida during spring break in 2012.

Aside from the project, Gomez has been attached to star in a comedy "Hot Mess", Roberts has just wrapped an indie dramedy "Celeste and Jesse Forever", and Hudgens has been cast to join Nicolas Cage and John Cusack in "The Frozen Ground". As for Franco, he will soon be seen in a several indie flicks, including "Maladies", "The Stare" and "Cherry".

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'Glee' 3.05 Preview: Will Rachel Learn a Lesson From Quinn?

Will Rachel and Finn have their first sex next week on "Glee"? A preview for the next outing teases a date night that may lead to the couple's more intimate moment, but before they go further, the McKinley High football player asks why it should be now.

Before making a decision to lose her virginity, Rachel will turn to Quinn and other New Directions girls for advice. Looking to her own experience, Quinn tells Rachel that she should wait, which is echoed by Santana.

Titled "The First Time", the episode will also mark the first time Kurt and Blaine consummate their relationship. However, the arrival of new character Sebastian, who is a member of Dalton Academy Warblers, will soon threaten their romance.

Also in the November 8 outing, the glee kids prepare to perform the school musical "West Side Story" under Artie's directorial leadership. Meanwhile, a football recruiter visits McKinley High to scout for talent, but he can't take his eyes off of Coach Bieste.

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Victoria Beckham to Launch Kids’ Fashion Line?

VICTORIA Beckham wants to branch out into kids’ clothing.

The fashionista — who raises four children with husband David Beckham – can’t wait to launch a line of clothes for babies, boys and girls and hopes it will become a successful arm to her VB fashion empire.

“Now Victoria has a family of boys and girls she wants to reflect that in her fashion work and produce a line of clothes for children too,” says an insider.

“In some of her down time with Harper Victoria has been jotting down drawings and coming up with ideas for kids clothes that are practical but fun too. David is really excited about the line too and Victoria can’t wait to get going on the project.”

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Kim Kardashian to Return Wedding Gifts?

SOCIALITE Kim Kardashian is being forced to return her wedding gifts and freebies following her shock split from Kris Humphries.

The reality TV star’s announcement that she is seeking divorce from her husband of 73 days has not gone down well with some of her friends in high places.

“Kim was sent a lot of free clothes, jewellery and other items because of the exposure around her wedding and at least some of that is now wanted back,” reveals a source close to the star.

“There are also fees she and Kris were paid in connection with their wedding ceremony and its rights that may well now be recouped. It’s going to be one big mess.”

Meanwhile, Kim has insisted she didn’t get married for her reality TV show.

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Adam Lambert, Britney Spears, Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato Win 2nd O Music Awards

Celebrating online artists, innovators and fans impacting digital music culture, MTV's second O Music Awards has announced its full winner list. The likes of Adam Lambert, Britney Spears, Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato were among the lucky ones who took home a prize each.

Adam was named Must Follow Artist on Twitter, beating Blake Shelton, Cher, Lady GaGa, Justin Bieber, Mark Hoppus and Snoop Dogg. The former "American Idol" contestant tweeted, "Wow! Won @MTV Must Follow Artist on Twitter! http://omusicawards.com only thanks to all of YOU! Thanks!!! The support means so much! #MTVOMA."

Britney got Most Outrageous Tweet, pushing aside Gwyneth Paltrow, Health, Best Coast and Tyler, The Creator. Meanwhile, her "Femme Fatale" tourmate, Joe, was honored with Best Lyrics Video through his "See No More" viral clip. He won it over Katy Perry, Lenny Kravitz, Christina Perri and D.Willz.

Demi brought home Best Artist With a Cameraphone. The former "Sonny with a Chance" star beat Katy, Bieber, The Deftones, Portugal. The Man, Young the Giant, Shiny Toy Guns, The National, Amanda Palmer and Ben Folds.

The other winners included Bjork (Digital Genius Award), Nirvana (Best Vintage Viral Video), Marilyn Manson (Too Much Ass for TV), and James Blunt (Oops, I Did It Online). Tokio Hotel, who won Best Army FTW in the first O Music Award, managed to grab a trophy from the same category.

2nd O Music Awards was held on Monday, October 31 in West Hollywood, and was headlined by Robyn. The other artists who made merry the gig included Demi, Kelly Clarkson, The Band Perry, Travis McCoy and Tyler, the Creator. There was also The Flaming Lips who honored Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.

• Digital Genius Award: Bjork
• Must Follow Artist on Twitter: Adam Lambert
• Fan Army FTW: Tokio Hotel
• Best Vintage Viral Video: Nirvana
• Most Outrageous Tweet: Britney Spears
• Too Much Ass for TV: Marilyn Manson
• Best Lyrics Video: Joe Jonas
• Oops, I Did It Online: James Blunt
• Best Artist With a Cameraphone: Demi Lovato
• Best Web-Born Artist: Kina Grannis
• Most Addictive Social Music Service: Spotify
• Best Music App: SoundCloud
• Beyond the Blog Award: The Needle Drop
• Most Innovative Festival: Way Out West
• Best Music Hack: CrowdJuke
• Best Music Forum: Rap Godfathers
• Best Fan Cover: Marc Martel
• WTF I Love This Award: Nyan Cat

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Kim Kardashian on Divorce: Maybe I Rushed Into Something Too Soon

Kim Kardashian isn't staying quiet when facing the backlash over her decision to divorce Kris Humphries. A day after she filed for divorce from her husband of 72 days, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star tries to clear the air from reports that her marriage is a publicity stunt by admitting that she might rush into marrying the NBA player.

"This is probably the hardest thing I've ever had to write," the 31-year-old began her message to fans posted on her official site Tuesday, November 1. She continued, "I am trying not to read all the different media reports but it's hard not to see all the negative ones. First and foremost, I married for love. I can't believe I even have to defend this. I would not have spent so much time on something just for a TV show!"

The former contestant on "Dancing with the Stars" further explained, "I share so much of my life on a reality show, that contemplating whether to even film my wedding was a tough decision to make, and maybe it turned out to not be the smartest decision." She added, "But it's who I am!"

"Everyone that knows me knows that I'm a hopeless romantic! I love with all of my heart and soul. I want a family and babies and a real life so badly that maybe I rushed in to something too soon. I believed in love and the dream of what I wanted so badly. I felt like I was on a fast roller coaster and couldn't get off when now I know I probably should have."

"I got caught up with the hoopla and the filming of the TV show that when I probably should have ended my relationship, I didn't know how to and didn't want to disappoint a lot of people," she went on to say before stating, "It just didn't turn out to be the fairy tale I had so badly hoped for."

On reports that she "made millions of dollars off" her televised wedding, Kim responded, "These reports are simply not true and it makes me so sad to have to even clarify this. I'm so grateful to everyone who took the time to come to my wedding and I'll be donating the money for all the gifts to the Dream Foundation."

Backing Kim's statement was none other than the E! network. In its own statement released Tuesday, the network clarified, "Any insinuation that E! and producers orchestrated Kim's wedding is completely false."

E! additionally explained, "The Kardashians have authentically lived their lives on camera for a long time and Kim's wedding is one of the many real-life events that the family has shared with viewers, from Mason's birth to coping with their father's death to Khloe and Lamar [Odom]'s wedding."

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Zooey Deschanel Splits From Ben Gibbard After Two Years of Marriage

Another day, another celebrity's marriage comes to an end. Just a day after Kim Kardashian filed a divorce from Kris Humphries, a representative for Zooey Deschanel comes out with a confirmation that the "New Girl" star has separated from her Death Cab for Cutie frontman husband, Ben Gibbard.

About the couple's decision to end their two years of marriage, one source told Us Weekly that there was no third party involved. The source also insisted that the split was "mutual and amicable". Another source, in the meantime, informed PEOPLE that the twosome are looking to "move forward with a divorce."

31-year-old Zooey first met 35-year-old Ben through their mutual music manager three years ago. The two got hitched near Seattle, Washington in September of 2009. In a recent interview with New York magazine, Ben recalled his initial meeting with Zooey. "I was just awestruck that she was even talking to me," he gushed.

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Denise Richards and Richie Sambora Dating Again!

Denise Richards and Richie Sambora are back on!

The two were together for about a year before splitting up in 2007.

But now...

A source confirms that Richards and Sambora have reunited. RadarOnline reported the two had dinner Sunday night at a Japanese restaurant in Woodland Hills, Calif.
"They're very happy and are dating," my source said. "They never stopped caring for each other."

Anyone who has read Richards' memoir, The Real Girl Next Door, could kind of guess that. "Richie and I shared an easiness I hadn't before had," Richards wrote. "We were able to be open, honest, and completely authentic with each other, with no judgment."

READ: Denise Richards Talks Boobs, Babies and Dating

The Blue Mountain State actress also revealed in the book that she and Sambora had seen each other a few times over the years after the split, but never went out in public.

"I don't regret my relationship with him," Richards also wrote. "I learned hard lessons from our journey together. My heart may have been bruised, but it was pure. Richie is a wonderful man. He came into my life when I needed him and he needed me. We'll always have that bond."

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Kris Humphries Cancels Las Vegas Party Appearance

Turns out Kris Humphries isn't in much of a party mood after all.

In a completely unsurprising turn of events, the newly separated star has pulled out of hosting an event Saturday at Chateau at the Paris Las Vegas hotel.

Though his rep had said just hours ago that he would keep the commitment, Humphries—who said yesterday that he was "devastated" to learn Kim Kardashian had filed for divorce—apparently thought better of it.

A rep for Chateau tells E! News that they haven't yet received "an official cancellation" from Humphries.

But we hear that his pals in Vegas aren't going to hold it against him when the cancellation does become "official."

Humphries is currently in Minnesota with family, while Kim and sister Khloé Kardashian Odom flew to Australia last night for Kardashian Kollection business.

The ladies touched down this afternoon (already Wednesday in Oz) and, per local media reports, will appear on the morning show Sunrise Live tomorrow.

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Justin Bieber Gets a New Haircut—Do You Like?

Justin Bieber—he of the famous sideswept mop top—has changed his hairstyle for the second time.

Over the weekend, the "Baby" singer was spotted on the set of a commercial with a new, spiky quiff with short sides...

And the Biebs rocked that same style when he visited Jay Leno on the Tonight Show yesterday. (He also wore what looks like a leather tuxedo shirt, but that's another story.)

The last time Selena Gomez's BF chopped his locks off, some lucky fan bought a piece of it for $40,000, but no word on whether any strands will be sold this time around.

What do you think of Justin's hair-raising new 'do? Weigh in below!

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Ryan Reynolds: Dancing the Robot With Jeff Bridges!

Ryan Reynolds and his R.I.P.D. co-star Jeff Bridges stare out a window while taking a break from filming at the Hynes Convention Center on Sunday (October 30) in Boston, Mass.

Between takes to pass the time, the 35-year-old actor and Jeff, 61, practiced some dance moves by doing the robot!

On Friday afternoon (October 28), Ryan and his rumored gal pal Blake Lively were spotted eating pancakes, toast, and biscuits together at Bubby’s in the Tribeca area of New York City. The twosome have been spending a good amount of time together - and were last spotted with each other on Ryan’s birthday!

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Justin Bieber Made Students Cry After Concert Announcement

Justin Bieber pledges to $100,000 donation and an acoustic concert for the student of Las Vegas elementary school. He announced the good cause during a promotional appearance on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Monday, October 31 to support his new album "Under the Mistletoe".

Over 70 percent of the student of Whitney Elementary School are currently without a permanent home. DeGeneres and Bieber have vowed to help them, pledging to match a $100,000 check from Target earlier this year. Bieber would also do a special holiday concert for them in December.

According to Las Vegas Sun, some of Whitney students burst out crying after Bieber announced the concert. Principal Sherrie Gahn said they've never felt so special before in their lives. "For the kids, it shows that someone loves them and cares about them to follow up," Gahn said. "When you live in an existence where everything seems so hopeless, it's an amazing gift they will never forget. It's beyond their wildest dreams."

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Scarlett Johansson Joked About Nude Photos

Instead of hiding and apologizing for her nude pics that were leaked earlier this year, Scarlett Johansson talked openly about the scandal. In an inside interview with Vanity Fair for its December issue, she joked about the shots, "I know my best angles."

In the photos that were hacked from her cell phone, the actress was seen naked in the bathroom and lying topless on her bed. "They were sent to my husband," she said of the photos. "There's nothing wrong with that. It's not like I was shooting a porno... although there's nothing wrong with that either."

A 35-year-old man named Christopher Chaney was arrested in his home in Jacksonville, Fla. last month. He was charged with hacking, wiretapping and aggravated identity theft of several celebrities including Johansson, Mila Kunis and Christina Aguilera.

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Selena Gomez Not Worried About Giving Justin Bieber an Award

SELENA Gomez isn’t worried about having to present Justin Bieber with an award at the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).

The 19-year-old pop star will host the awards ceremony — which will take place on Sunday in Belfast, Northern Ireland — and insists she will remain professional if her 17-year-old boyfriend, who is to perform at the event, wins a prize.

” It’s an awards show which I’m presenting, so I’m sure I’ll be fine if I have to present an award to Justin,” she said.

Selena is excited about presenting the awards in Belfast as it gives her the opportunity to do some sightseeing as well as check out her favorite acts, though she admits she is worried some of the audience won’t know who she is.

“I can’t wait, it’s going to be really awesome. I am quite nervous though, especially because it’s the European awards, not many people will be that familiar with who I am so there’s even more pressure on me to be a good host,” she said.

“We’re going to try to come up with really fun skits and my band and I will perform. I’m really wanting to make it be about the artists and people that are nominated, I really overall want to make it a fun show, not too crazy, just stuff that’s about the music. I’m really excited to see Coldplay perform though, I think they’re going to be phenomenal but there are so many great people nominated that it’s going to be an awesome show.

“I’m going to come in for rehearsals so I’m really excited at the thought of spending a couple of days in Ireland and hopefully doing some sightseeing too.”

The 2011 MTV EMA airs live from Belfast Sunday, November 6 at 9pm on MTV.

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Gwyneth Paltrow Developed Her Own Acting Technique

GWYNETH Paltrow says following her instincts and listening to her mother taught her how to act.

Speaking at the Spence School last week, the Iron Man star — whose mom is Hollywood legend Blythe Danner — told students she has no training beyond what she learned there.

“I studied drama here, but I didn’t study it past being at Spence … My mother … has done a lot of stage work. I got a great education from her … and growing up here where I went to the theater all the time,” she said.

“I’ve developed my own technique, but the most important thing is your instincts.”

Paltrow — who has two children, daughter Apple, seven, and five-year-old son Moses, with husband Chris Martin — recently admitted she stopped caring about acting when she had children.

“When I first had my kids, I just didn’t want to be anywhere else,” she said. “Now they are older, I feel my sense of self coming back as an artist. Maybe I’ll be lucky enough to get good parts later in my life — like Meryl Streep. But still I’ve starred in a lot of great films and won a lot of great awards.”

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Amanda Seyfried Fancies Justin Timberlake

AMANDA Seyfried has a crush on Justin Timberlake.

The actress stars with the singer-and-actor in new sci-fi thriller In Time and Amanda has admitted she has had her eye on her handsome costar — who recently reunited with girlfriend Jessica Biel – for some time and loved shooting their “sexy” scenes together.

“Oh yeah of course I fancy Justin, I’ve known him for a while, he’s awesome,” she said.

“In the movie our characters have this instant connection. They immediately flirt and it’s awesome but then he takes her hostage because that’s the only way he sees to get out of this situation he’s in. And then she’s confused and their dynamic changes and it’s sexy and great.”

Amanda also revealed Justin loves to sing on set, especially anything by Cee Lo Green but said she was too embarrassed to join in with him.

“We didn’t have any sing-a-longs on set but he does sing a lot. I don’t sing when I’m around Justin, I’d be too embarrassed because he’s so talented. He was singing Cee Lo Green a lot,” she said.

“He’s awesome, he’s really fun and professional, just the perfect co-star. He made it all easier.”

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Christina Aguilera Reunites With Ex-Husband to Celebrate Halloween With Son

Christina Aguilera has been snapped reuniting with Jordan Bratman to celebrate Halloween with their son Max. The 30-year-old songstress and her ex-husband were spotted enjoying an outing in Los Angeles with their 3-year-old son on Monday afternoon, October 31.

The "Ain't No Other Man" singer looked casual in a white sweatshirt with a skull and crossbones details on the front. She finished off her look with black leggings, boots and a fedora. Jordan, meanwhile, was spotted donning a plaid shirt paired with denims and a baseball cap. Though the former couple opted to go with a casual style, Max slipped into what looks like a Lancelot chain mail costume.

Since splitting in October 2010, both Christina and Jordan manage to co-parent their only son. Back in June, she told Us Weekly, "I definitely love the fact that Jordan and I are strong parents separated, and we both have such a strong role and positive one in our son's life."

Christina went on adding that she and her ex-husband always have a strong bond with Max although they're no longer together. "We both share a special bond with Max. And that's beautiful when he has both parents so involved in his life," said the "Genie in a Bottle" singer.

In an interview with PEOPLE last December, the "Burlesque" star revealed why she decided to split from Jordan after five years of marriage. "Things were so unhealthy and unhappy for both Jordan and me, I knew I had to end it. I really didn't want to hurt Jordan, and I felt torn about splitting our family up," she said.

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'Iron Man 3' Will Not Highlight Tony Stark's Alcohol Addiction

Shane Black has made sure that "Iron Man 3" will not highlight the dark side of Tony Stark as the character deals with alcohol problem. The director confirmed that he will not adapt the story of "Demon in a Bottle", which follows Stark's struggle to quit his addiction to alcohol, in the upcoming third film about Marvel Comic's armored hero.

Speaking to Comic Book Resources at the Long Beach Comic Con, Black explained the reason why he wouldn't put the focus on Stark's alcoholism in the upcoming film. "Because if we go there, it's part of Tony's character, but I think the 'Demon in a Bottle' aspect, if you go there, you really have to go there," he said. "The film then becomes about that, because the journey that involves recovering from alcoholism is an entire movie."

Black continued that although he wants "Iron Man 3" to be darker, he doesn't want to put the focus on Stark's negative life. He said, "I mean, I want to keep it dark and interesting and edgy and spicy and all those things, but I don't think we want to go as far as to deal with Tony's descent into alcoholic madness. That's maybe not where we want to be."

It has recently been announced that "Iron Man 3" will be shot primarily in North Carolina, although the first two "Iron Man" movies were filmed in Marvel's own studio in Manhattan Beach, California. The production is expected to begin in early 2012, as the film is scheduled to hit U.S. theaters on May 3, 2013. Robert Downey Jr. will reprise his role as Stark a.k.a Iron Man.

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Miranda Lambert to Perform With Pistol Annies at 2011 American Country Awards

The first round of performers for the 2nd annual American Country Awards has been announced. Among those to take the stage at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on December 5 is "Heart Like Mine" hitmaker Miranda Lambert. She will perform with her group, Pistol Annies.

Miranda's husband Blake Shelton is also scheduled to entertain the audience with his music. The performance line-up additionally includes co-hosts Trace Adkins and Kristin Chenoweth as well as hot new acts Thompson Square, Eli Young Band and The Band Perry.

"American Idol" winner Scotty McCreery and runner-up Lauren Alaina, in the meantime, are set to make an appearance during the two-hour event. Joining the two in the list are actress Rachel Bilson and the men of "Pawn Stars"; Richard Harrison, Rick Harrison, Corey Harrison and Austin Russell.

Jason Aldean and the Zac Brown Band lead the nominees of this year's American Country Awards with eight nods each. Both are competing for the coveted title of Artist of the Year and Album of the Year. Hot on their heels are Thompson Square with seven. Taylor Swift, meanwhile, grabbed six nominations.

Winners will be determined via fans voting which remains open on the ACA official website until Friday, November 11. Voting for the Artist of the Year category, however, will run a little bit longer until December 2.

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Justin Bieber Breaks Lady GaGa's YouTube Record

Justin Bieber has set a new record on YouTube. According to social media monitoring company Famecount, the Canadian singing sensation has become the first person to get 2 billion views on the video-sharing website.

Passing the milestone sometime over the weekend, Bieber also broke the record previously set by Lady GaGa. Back in October 2010, the "You and I" songstress was named the first artist to hit 1 billion mark on YouTube.

In another popularity showdown, Bieber could not top GaGa when it comes to Twitter followers. With nearly 14 million followers, Selena Gomez's boyfriend is still placed behind the Mother Monster who has more than 15 million fans subscribing to her official account on the micro-blogging site.

Bieber himself has not commented on his 2 billion mark on YouTube. In the last few hours, the teen pop idol has posted a series of tweets to promote his Christmas album "Under the Mistletoe" which is due November 1.

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Chloe Moretz: Funny or Die's Scary Girl!

Chloe Moretz plays Scary Girl Enid Krysiniski in this spooky new video for Funny or Die!

“They say I’m just a normal teenage girl - I like going to the mall and hanging out with my friends!” Chloe says in the video, where she plays the teenager who just happens to be the go-to girl for every scary movie.

“Everyone go watch my video!!” Chloe wrote on her Twitter account. “I llooovee iittt”

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Rihanna: Hospitalized in Sweden

Rihanna has been hospitalized in Sweden, and has canceled a concert performance due to an unknown illness, TMZ reports.

Earlier in the day, the 23-year-old singer tweeted a picture of her arm with tubes coming out, captioned “Sorry Malmo!!!”

A representative for Live Nation said that RiRi is “not in condition to conduct the concert.”

The night before, Rihanna performed in Oslo and tweeted her excitement after the show.

“OSLO!!! U completely Rocked my world tonight!!! U make me feel so welcome, like I’m right at home here with u guys!!! #LOUDtour” she wrote.

Get well soon, Rihanna!

UPDATE: Rihanna is battling flu-like symptoms. “I am sorry to everyone who was coming out to my show in Malmo. I was so excited to perform for you all,” Rihanna said in a statement. “It would have been a great time…so much better than being sick with the flu, ugh! I’m really disappointed I couldn’t be there.”

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Shia LaBeouf & Karolyn Pho: Kiss Kiss!

Shia LaBeouf and girlfriend Karolyn Pho share a sweet kiss on the set of his new movie, The Company You Keep, on Monday (October 31) in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

The 25-year-old actor and his sweetie shared a smooch behind filming equipment during a break from filming.

Late last week, Shia filmed a graduation scene for the movie.

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Does Adele Have Throat Cancer?

Adele rumors spiraled out of control this weekend after the British soul singer announced the cancellation of all her remaining 2011 concerts and appearances.

On Twitter, fans speculated that the chart-topping "Rumor Has It" singer, who has been plagued by health issues, was actually diagnosed with throat cancer.

Not the case, says the 23-year-old via her rep:

"We would like to reiterate that Adele is to undergo surgery for a hemorrhaged vocal cord. All reports regarding any other condition are 100 percent false."

Adele has battled throat problems throughout the year as her beloved album 21 soared the charts worldwide, and will undergo surgery for the matter soon.

Her return date is unknown, but "a full recovery is expected" as she rests and fully recuperates before looking to schedule any new work commitments.

We're already looking forward to when that day comes.

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Michael Trevino: Shirtless for Bench Underwear!

Check out Michael Trevino modeling some underwear while showing off his sculpted shirtless physique in these Bench Body promo shots!

The 26-year-old The Vampire Diaries actor wore a variety of different pairs of male under garments for the Phillippines based company’s campaign.

“Yeah. It’s my first time to be photographed in an underwear,” Michael said about the shoot. “It made me feel like I was damn-near completely naked”

“But I’m glad that it’s over and now I can have lunch. I was on a strict diet before this shoot, and now I can eat all the junk food that I want,” Michael joked.

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Kim Kardashian: Divorce From Kris Humphries

Kim Kardashian has filed for divorce from Kris Humphries after 72 days of marriage.

TMZ reports that Kim cited irreconcilable differences for the reason for the split in papers dated Monday (October 31).

Before they married, Kim and Kris signed a prenuptial agreement so that their respective assets would be protected in the case of a split.

Kim and Kris married on August 20 in front of 440 guests at a private estate in Montecito, Calif. The celebration was televised in an E! special.

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Amy Winehouse: Posthumous Album Out December 5

Get ready for never-before-heard music from Amy Winehouse.

Lioness: Hidden Treasures, an album of the late 27-year-old singer’s unreleased music, will hit stores on December 5, Island Records announced on Monday.

The record, compiled by Salaam Remi and Mark Ronson, includes alternate versions of Amy’s tracks as well as a few new songs.

The track listing includes a slower version of “Valerie,” a ballad version of “Tears Dry On Their Own,” Amy’s version of “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” and “The Girl From Ipanema”.

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Jessica Simpson Confirms Pregnancy

JESSICA Simpson has confirmed Hollywood’s worst-kept secret: She’s pregnant!

“It’s true – I’m going to be a mummy!” she Tweeted Monday, posting a photo of herself dressed up as such for Halloween and cradling her baby bump.

This will be the first child for Simpson, who has previously expressed her desire to have fiancé Eric Johnson‘s babies.

“I definitely see myself having a family with him, so that’s exciting to think about,” Simpson said shortly after her beau, a former NFL athlete, popped the question last November.

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Taylor Swift Caught In Nude Photo Scandal

Although she's one celeb whose name we thought would never share the same sentence as "nude photo scandal," it looks like Taylor Swift is taking her turn in the denial rodeo. After celebrity skin website, Celeb Jihad posted photos of an alleged topless Swift with the headline, "Taylor Swift Topless Private Pic Leaked?" the poised and pretty country crooner is in full attack mode, assuring her fans that she is not the girl in the photo, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The photo in question shows a young blonde, who bares a striking resemblance to Swift, sprawled across a bed wearing only a pair of blue underwear.

But along with some curious clickers, the website may also be receiving a lawsuit from Swift's lawyers. If the photo is not removed from the website, Swift and her team are prepared to sue for trademark infringement, reports TMZ. A letter from Swift's representatives to Celeb Jihad stated that their story was based on "false pornographic images and false 'news.'"

This story of celebrity exploitation is all too familiar. Earlier this year, nude self-portraits of a woman who appeared to be Scarlett Johansson surfaced, but the actress vehemently denied that she was the subject of the photos.

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Justin Timberlake In 'Inside Llewyn Davis'? Coen Brothers Offer Star Role

He was the young king of the music world before he stepped away to pursue his dream of film. Now, Justin Timberlake may be bringing his two careers together.

Timberlake, a Grammy-winner six times over before beginning his acting career full time, has been offered a spot in the Coen Brothers latest film, Variety reports. The flick, called "Inside Lewyn Davis," is a film about the early 60s folk scene in Greenwich Village, with the lead, a musician based on Village legend Dave Van Ronk, to be played by Oscar Isaac.

Timberlake would play a folk musician named Jim, who, quite interestingly, is married to Carey Mulligan; in this summer's "Drive," Mulligan and Isaac played a married couple.

Timberlake recently dipped back into music, producing an album for FreeSol and performing on a number of songs on the disc. Oh, and he also aced "The History of Rap" with Jimmy Fallon last week.

The film would pair the former pop star with arguably the most prestigious filmmakers of his career. He's had a banner calendar year, starring in hits such as David Fincher's "The Social Network," "Bad Teacher" and "Friends With Benefits." His latest film, "In Time," opened to a soft $12 million at the box office this past weekend.

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Christian Bale & Sibi Make an LAX Landing

Christian Bale and his wife, Sibi, touch down at LAX Airport after catching a flight from New York to Los Angeles on Saturday (October 29).

The 37-year-old Dark Knight Rises actor and his sweetheart were also joined by their cutie pie daughter.

Christian was spotted on the set of The Dark Knight Rises with co-star Joseph Gordon-Levitt on Friday - for filming, Trump Tower was turned into the Wayne Enterprises building!

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Soulja Boy Unleashes 'Tear It Up' Music Video

Soulja Boy has brought out a brand new music video for "Tear It Up". More than three minutes long, the fresh clip is made in a home video style. It simply features the 21-year-old rapper spitting his verse while lounging on a chair inside his bedroom and playing with his iPhone.

"Tear It Up" comes from his upcoming independent album,"Skate Boy (Deluxe Edition)", that will be released in stores across the United States on Tuesday, November 1. Aside from this song, the mixtape also includes a track about his controversial military comments and a remix of Drake's "Headlines".

"Skate Boy (Deluxe Edition)" is set to come out before Soulja puts out his highly anticipated 4th studio album in early 2012. In a recent interview with Billboard, he revealed several collaborations he has prepared for the effort. "Me and Drizzy," he said. "We definitely going to drop something. Definitely Busta Rhymes, Lil B."

When speaking of competitors, he pointed out, "I mean there's artists out there, but its like, shit got dry in the last few years. N***as be trying to sound like me and shit. I listen to a hit, its like 'Okay it's a hit, but it sounds like me.' Every time I do something they copy it. I mean its cool, it makes me bigger and shit. But it's just like... Once you do so much copying, I can't do me then."

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'Glee' to Uncover Reason Behind Sue's Hatred to Musical Theater

"Glee" will unveil a piece of bitter moment from Sue's past that led to what she is now. Executive producer Ian Brennan has stated that a November 15 outing of the drama musical series will reveal why the cheerleading team's coach hates musical theater.

It turns out that Sue "at one point had Broadway dreams." In a flashback scene on the upcoming episode, 16-year-old Sue will be featured performing the title song from "Oklahoma!" on stage. However, a brutal critic broke the young girl's heart.

"Her little heart was broken," the Sue depicter, Jane Lynch, teased. "Will tells Sue, 'Poor little Susie Sylvester was told she wasn't good, and now she's got to punish the world.' Like a lot of angry people out there, Sue's a wannabe."

Tackling the role of 16-year-old Sue is 19-year-old Colby Minifie. Commenting on the young actress, Lynch told TV Guide , "I think they did a terrific job casting. She has a great voice and energy."

Also highly anticipated on "Glee" is the election of the students' class president, which coincides with Sue's congressional bid. Giving a tidbit on this, Brennan shared, "People are voting for both elections in the school, with signs pointing voters in different directions," adding that the final results take "a very surprising twist."

Another plot set up for Sue is a love triangle involving coach Beiste and football recruiter character played by Eric Bruskotter. "In Episode 7, we find out that Bieste's new man is Sue's booty call. The two ladies end up fighting for him. Not sure yet who wins," an insider has revealed.

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