Panettiere's Dad Charged With Misdemeanor Battery

Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced that Hayden Panettiere's father Alan has been formally charged with misdemeanor battery, after he allegedly assaulted his wife last month.

Mr. Panettiere is accused of striking Lesley Vogel in the face following a domestic argument at their West Hollywood home on August 11.

The couple released a statement the day after saying, "It was a big misunderstanding. We love each other very much and want everyone to know that the matter was completely blown out of proportion."

If convicted at his arraignment on October 11, Mr. Panettiere faces up to a year in jail.

The Enquirer says Britney and Kevin are in couples’ counselling

Britney and Kevin may really be trying to get back together. While rumors of that nature have been floating around for some time, they gained credibility after multiple reports came out saying that Britney’s dad and conservator Jamie was a fan of the idea and actively encouraging it. Additionally, both of Brit’s parents have had nothing but good things to say about Kevin in the last several months.

Now it appears things have really moved forwards in that regard, as Britney and Kevin are seeing a couples’ counselor and even considering moving back in together.

In a shock new move she and her ex-husband Kevin Federline are considering getting back together, it has been reported by America’s National Enquirer. The two are reportedly undergoing couples counseling to rebuild their relationship in the hope that they can raise their two sons as a family.

‘Part of their therapy involves going on formal dates and Britney is so excited,’ a source told the magazine. ‘She’s never stopped loving Kevin or hoping they’d get back together. Kevin still loves Britney too and if all goes well after six months of counseling they’ll move back in together with the boys.’ …insiders say things have changed since the end of the court case.

‘Britney’s dad first talked to Kevin about reconciling with her last spring. He was really noncommital at the time because he and Britney were still at odds over custody. But Kevin’s always believed it would be best for the boys to be raised by both parents, and he and Jamie spent weeks looking for a counsellor who suited both his and Britney’s personalities and could come to their homes.’

Before their troubles began: Kevin Federline and Britney are now thinking of making another go of their marriage. Britney is reportedly prepared to do whatever it takes to have her sons back full time. She is now selling her home in Beverly Hills to move nearer to Kevin and their sons. ‘If all goes well they’ll move into Britney’s new house together,’ the source revealed.

Mandy Moore Visits Ex in Hospital

Mandy Moore’s rep has confirmed that the singer has flown to Columbia, Sotuh Carolina, to visit her ex-boyfriend Adam ‘DJ-AM’ Goldstein following his miraculous escape from a plane crash on Friday (September 19).

The pair were reportedly romantically linked in December 2006, a short time after Goldstein split with Nicole Richie and called off their engagement.

Kelly Bush, Moore’s rep, confirmed to E! News that Moore had travelled to Columbia to visit the DJ, who is still listed as being in a critical but stable condition, with burns to his head and arms.

Travis Barker and DJAM In Plane Crash

Former Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker and Adam ‘DJAM’ Goldstein were critically injured in a private plane crash in Columbia, South Carolina, on Friday (September 19), which killed four other people. Watch a video news report here.

Barker and Goldstein had performed at a free show with Perry Farrell from Jane’s Addiction and Gavin DeGraw prior to boarding the plane shortly before midnight at Columbia Metro Airport.

According to Lynne Douglas, public information officer for the airport, the twin-engine Learjet overran the runway striking antennas and several lights before crashing through a fence onto a roadway and stopping on an embankment where it burst into flames.

Eyewitness reports say the two musicians were on fire as they jumped from the plane and were seen patting each other down.

The pair were rushed to the Joseph Still Burn Center in Augusta, Georgia, with spokesperson Beth Frits saying they had “extensive burns.”

The four passengers killed have been identified as pilot Sarah Lemmon, 31, co-pilot James Bland, 52, Barker’s assistant Chris Baker, 29, and Barker’s security guard, Charles Still, 25.

Investigations into the crash are underway.

Kim Kardashian Flips Off Paps, Then Apologizes

Kim Kardashian and her sisters flipped off the paparazzi recently while dining out in Beverly Hills and has taken to her blog to apologize for her behavior.

The family were eating lunch and filming scenes for their reality tv show ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashian’s’ at BLVD on Sunday (September 14), when the paparazzi attacked.

Kardashian posted a message on her website explaining, “Just to give you some background to this photo—the paparazzi were driving us crazy! We were trying to eat and they were screaming at us.

“I realize how easily this could be taken out of context. It’s just a picture, so you never get to hear what they said on the other end to provoke us!!!”

She adds, “I promise I’ll try my best from now on to be polite.”

Lohan and Ronson Hate Palin?

Lindsay Lohan has continued her recent trend of blogging her views on MySpace, this time writing a joint statement with Samantha Ronson addressing their concerns about Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin. Read their comments here.

The pair posted the following on Sunday (September 14):

“UH OH!
Current mood: shocked

I really cannot bite my tongue anymore when it comes to Sarah Palin.

I couldn’t be more supportive of a woman in office, but let’s face it, it comes down to the person, and their beliefs, male or female.

Is it a sin to be gay? Should it be a sin to be straight? Or to use birth control? Or to have sex before marriage? Or even to have a child out of wedlock?

I find it quite interesting that a woman who now is running to be second in command of the United States, only 4 years ago had aspirations to be a television anchor. Which is probably all she is qualified to be… Also interesting that she got her passport in 2006.. And that she is not fond of environmental protection considering she’s FOR drilling for oil in some of our protected land…. Well hey, if she wants to drill for oil, she should DO IT IN HER OWN backyard. This really shows me her complete lack of real preparation to become the second most powerful person in this country.

Hmmmm-All of this gets me going-Fear, Anxiety, Concern, Disappointment, and Stress come into play…

Is our country so divided that the Republicans best hope is a narrow minded, media obsessed homophobe?

I know that the most important thing about this election is that people need to exercise their right to vote, regardless of their choice… I would have liked to have remained impartial, however I am afraid that the “lipstick on a pig” comments will overshadow the issues and the fact that I believe Barack Obama is the best choice, in this election, for president…

Palin’s Desire to “save and convert the gays”-really??

According to this Associated Press story, the church of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is hosting a kind of conference devoted to the “conversion of Gays” — no kidding.

Here’s the AP text:

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) ? Gov. Sarah Palin’s church is promoting a conference that promises to convert gays into heterosexuals through the power of prayer.

You’ll be encouraged by the power of God’s love and His desire to transform the lives of those impacted by homosexuality,” according to the insert in the bulletin of the Wasilla Bible Church, where Palin has prayed since she was a child.

Palin’s conservative Christian views have energized that part of the GOP electorate, which was lukewarm to John McCain’s candidacy before he named her as his vice presidential choice. She is staunchly anti-abortion, opposing exceptions for rape and incest, and opposes gay marriage and spousal rights for gay couples.

http://zennie2005.blogspot.com/2008/09/sarah-palins-church-hosts-anti-gay.html

I feel it’s necessary for me to clarify that I am not against Sarah Palin as a mother or woman.

Women have come a long way in the fight to have the choice over what we do with our bodies… And its frightening to see that a woman in 2008 would negate all of that.

Oh, and…Hint Hint Pali Pal- Don’t pose for anymore tabloid covers, you’re not a celebrity, you’re running for office to represent our, your, my COUNTRY!

And in the words of Pamela Anderson, “She can suck it”..

Lindsay- “I have faith that this country will be all that it can be with the proper guidance. I really hope that all of you make your decisions based on the facts and what feels right to you in your heart-vote for obama!”

Samantha- “I love this country- however i wasn’t born here and don’t have the right to vote- so i beg of you all to really do your research and be educated when you cast your vote this coming november…. and if you’re in doubt- vote for obama! Mainly because if she gets elected my green card probably won’t get renewed!!!”

xoxo Lindsay and Samantha”

Britney Spears Album Release Date Revealed

Britney Spears announced on Monday (September 15) that her new album ‘Circus’ will be released on December 2nd, her birthday, with the first single to hit radio next week.

Following last year’s ‘Blackout’ album, recorded during her breakdown, Spears has successfully bounced back into the public spotlight scooping three awards at the recent MTV Video Music Awards.

The first single ‘Womanizer’ is scheduled to be serviced to radio on September 22nd, with the singer enlisting the help of producers Max Martin, Danja, Guy Sigsworth (Madonna) and Dr. Luke to produce the album.

Lindsay Lohan NOT Engaged

Despite wearing a ring on her left ring finger, Lindsay Lohan’s rep has shot down rumors of an engagement to her reported girlfriend Samantha Ronson.

Photos of Lohan wearing the love-heart shaped ring popped up on the web following her appearance at the Stand Up for a Cure 2008 concert in New York on Wednesday (September 10).

However, her rep explains, “She bought it herself. It’s an antique ring that she found at an antique store in NYC.”

Forbes Most Overpaid Celebrity List

Forbes magazine has released their second annual list of ‘Hollywood’s Most Overpaid Movie Stars’, with Australia’s Nicole Kidman topping the list as the most expensive celeb on film. Find out who the top 10 is here.

The list ranks the stars based on their last three films that opened prior to January 1 this year. It compares the amount they were paid per film to the amount each movie returned at the box office.

The full list is:

Nicole Kidman - $1 generated per $1 paid
Jennifer Garner - $3.60 generated per $1 paid
Tom Cruise - $4 generated per $1 paid
Cameron Diaz - $4 generated per $1 paid
Jennifer Lopez - $4.10 generated per $1 paid
Jim Carrey - $4.11 generated per $1 paid
Nicolas Cage - $4.16 generated per $1 paid
Drew Barrymore - $4.38 generated per $1 paid
Will Ferrell - $4.67 generated per $1 paid
Cate Blanchett - $4.97 generated per $1 paid

Spears Wins Big at the MTV Awards

Britney Spears has taken another step towards a full career resurgence, taking home three Moonmen at the 25th Annual MTV Video Music Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday night (September 7).

Following her universally panned performance last year, Spears kicked off proceedings saying, “I’m here tonight to celebrate a very important birthday. This is the 25th Video Music Awards - and it starts right now.”

The pop princess won three awards including best female video, best pop video and video of the year for her song ‘Piece of Me.’

After hearing her name announced, Spears accepted her first award saying, “I first wanna thank God for blessing me like this. My family… my two beautiful boys for inspiring me everyday.”

Kate Hudson Denies Conflict With Anne Hathaway

A rep for Kate Hudson has denied reports she had a falling out with Anne Hathaway on the set of their latest movie ‘Bride Wars.’

Us Weekly magazine quotes an on-set source as saying, “She was just awful to Anne… [but] she [Hathaway] never played into Kate’s cattiness.”

However, Hudson’s rep released a statement denying any problems saying, “She and Anne have always been good girlfriends and remain good girlfriends. This is ridiculous and couldn’t be further from the truth.”

Britney Spears To Open MTV Awards

MTV has announced that Britney Spears will open this weekend’s Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, although she will not be performing.

Rumors of Spears singing at the ceremony have been widely reported, with MTV’s News department even admitting to having no knowledge saying, “Even though we work for the same company, at press time we honestly do not know.”

Spears announced in a statement, “MTV has long played an important role in my career. How can I not be there to kick off their 25th VMAs? I’m excited to open the entire show, to say hi to my fans and to be nominated.”

Van Toffler, President of MTV Networks added, “Britney has done everything from perform with a snake, lock lips with Madonna and prove that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. I can’t wait to see what she does to kick off this year’s show.”

The MTV VMA’s will be held at Paramount Studios in Hollywood on Sunday night (September 7).

Protest Planned for Katie Holmes' Stage Debut

Anti-Scientology group Anonymous plans to launch a protest on the opening night of Katie Holmes’ Broadway debut ‘All My Sons,’ saying the aim of the demonstration is to “save Katie.”

A statement released by the group has confirmed their plans for October 16 announcing, “We aren’t looking to shut it (’All My Sons’) down, we don’t have the power to do that, we just want to prove a point.

“We want to draw attention to Scientology, and hopefully get Katie out of it before it’s too late.”

The show also stars John Lithgow, Dianne Weist and Patrick Wilson.