Supermodel Bar Refaeli Tweets She Breaks Her Arm

Bar Refaeli will likely sport a cast soon. The Israeli model, who broke up with longtime boyfriend Leonardo DiCaprio in May, has broken her arm. She announced the news by tweeting on Friday, June 13, "I broke my arm. And I'm annoyed! Booooooo." 


While she spread the word about the injury herself, the 26-year-old swimsuit supermodel didn't offer any details on how she got banged up. Her representative has yet to come out with a statement regarding the injury as well.


Bar began dating Leo in November 2005. They were together for four years before taking a six-month break in 2009. They rekindled their romance in 2010. In mid-May this year, New York Post's Page Six reported that the two have split yet again. It was said that the two called an end to their relationship after going through a rough patch. 


Shortly after Bar and Leo went separate ways, Leo was spotted hanging out with "Gossip Girl" beauty Blake Lively. The rumored new couple were seen sharing warm embrace when Blake came on board director Steven Spielberg's yacht in Cannes, France. Days later, they were seen together in Italy. Most recently, they enjoyed a trip to Disneyland. 

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Khloe Kardashian Planning a Raunchy Bachelorette Party for Kim

Khloe Kardashian is planning a bachelorette party for sister Kim Kardashian not to forget. Khloe was not happy with the all-girls bash that Kim threw for her when she wed Lamar Odom in 2009 and she is now plotting a revenge. 

"I had the worst bachelorette party," Khloe, 26, told E! News. "Like it wasn't sexy at all, so I might just do a payback for Kim ...Because Kim [herself] does not like [the raunchy things] she gave me, like penis straws and a little go-go dancer. Kim would cringe if I did that for her, so I might do that just to see what happens." 

Kim who is yet to reveal when she will walk down the aisle, has picked both Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian to be her Maids of Honor. However, Khloe is not pleased with how she is going to carry that title. "Someone told me I'm married so I'm a Matron of Honor, but I hate Matron," she said. "That's so old and not sexy!" 

Khloe is also crossing her fingers for Kim to pick Vera Wang as her wedding gown. "She did mine, so I hope she does [Kim's]," Khloe said. "Just because I love her, and I feel like when you think of weddings, you think of Vera Wang. I think it would be a perfect fit." 

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Fresh Trailer for 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes': Tom Felton Gets Mean

Tom Felton apparently could not shake off his Slytherin personality in a fresh international trailer from "Rise of the Planet of the Apes". The new snippet sees Tom's character, Dodge Landon, torturing imprisoned Caesar. The video also features a scene where Caesar defends John Lithgow's Charles, and another scene which sees two apes embracing each other.


"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" is a reality-based cautionary tale, a science fiction/science fact blend, where man's own experiments with genetic engineering lead to the development of intelligence in apes and the onset of a war for supremacy.


In this flick, James Franco stars as Will Rodman, a young scientist who makes a breakthrough while studying the development of intelligence in apes. Meanwhile, Lithgow plays Will's Alzheimer-stricken father, Charles Rodman. The movie is set for August 5 release in the U.S.

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Video: Bald Lady GaGa Sings 'Hair' on 'Paul O'Grady Show'

Lady GaGa hid her hair under a bald cap when performing on U.K. talk show "Paul O'Grady Show" during its on Friday, June 17 episode. The Mother Monster came to visit Paul O'Grady as part of her new album promotion. She performed one of her new songs, "Hair", while playing a black piano covered with hair.


GaGa wore a turquoise outfit and black Chanel shades. A wig with the same cyan color was placed atop the piano and fire was flaming on both sides of the stage while she belted out the ballad track. She briefly stopped halfway through the performance, taking off her sunglasses and putting on the wig before resuming the gig.


During the interview segment, Paul said to GaGa, "It's been three long years since we last met and so much has changed. I've got more wrinkles, and you've dominated the world." She jokingly answered, "Yes. And I have less hair," sort of confirming rumor that she suffered bad hair fall for taking extreme treatments for her locks.


On Twitter, GaGa wrote, "Tonight HAUS OF GAGA is taking over Paul O'Grady in the UK! I'm performing 5 songs and a very special performance art piece [love] Mother Monster." The posting led to "Bald Gaga" hashtag becoming a trending topic on the text-based social network.


Beside dominating Twitter with her bald head, GaGa also stirred controversy on the micro-blogging site with her recent "Edge of Glory" music video. A Twitter war began with a simple tweet from Joseph Kahn who was initially set to direct the video. "I did NOT direct Lady Gaga's 'Edge of Glory' video. Lady Gaga did," he wrote when some fans, who were not impressed with the final cut, demanded explanation.


Joseph was supposed to collaborate with GaGa's longtime creative director choreographer Laurieann Gibson, but creative differences forced them not to get involved in the project. "411..The EOG.. Video was not directed by me.. And creative Changes happen always educate ignorant Monster's!!!" Lauren offered her side of story.


Laurieann received more backlash from GaGa's devotees. Some of them even called for GaGa to fire the choreographer when she retweeted a fan who shared disappointment over the final version of the clip, and another commentator who thought a Google Chrome commercial was better than the clip.

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Paris Hilton and Cy Waits Going Through Rough Patch

There is trouble in paradise for Paris Hilton and Cy Waits. Words on the street are, the hotel heiress and her nightclub promoter boyfriend are "reevaluating" their relationship. According to E! Online, they are going through a rough patch because of their life in the spotlight and her reality show, "The World According to Paris". 

A source close to Paris said, "Paris loves and respects Cy very much. He has been through a lot with her. But sometimes it's hard on the relationship because he's not used to this lifestyle, the media and being on a show." Another source added, "Cy is very upset with 'The World According to Paris'. He felt that way too much of their private life was shown. When he signed on to do the show, he had no idea the cameras would be so invasive." 

Still, fame isn't the only problem they are dealing with. Paris is busy traveling for her promotional effort, while Cy lives in Las Vegas. "Cy has a daughter and he's very protective about keeping her out of the media and wanting her to lead a normal life," so explained a source close to Cy on the matter. 

It is further noted that while Cy allegedly wants to make things work, Paris is said to be left unsure he is "the one". The inside source added, "Sometimes he feels like Paris isn't ready to take the next step. They both love each other very much and are deciding what to do now." 

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First Teaser Trailer for 'Alvin and the Chipmunks 3' Spoofs 'Titanic'

Fox 2000 Pictures has released the first teaser trailer for "Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chip-Wrecked". The preview, courtesy of Apple, apparently shares a similar concept with newly-released trailer for "The Muppets", which serves as a spoof for "Green Lantern".


This "Alvin and the Chipmunks 3" video parodies "Titanic". This means, instead of watching Leonardo DiCaprio standing at the front part of the luxurious ship, it is one of the chipmunks who says, "I'm the king of the world."


The vacationing Chipmunks and Chipettes are turning a luxury cruise liner into their personal playground, until they become "chip-wrecked" on a remote island. As the 'Munks and Chipettes try various schemes to find their way home, they accidentally discover their new turf is not as deserted as it seems.


Jesse McCartney, Matthew Gray Gubler and Amy Poehler once again provide voices for Theodore, Simon and Eleanor. Lauren Gottlieb, Andy Buckley and Tucker Albrizzi are among other stars supporting the film. Directed by Mike Mitchell, the sequel to "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel" will open in theaters across the U.S. on December 16.

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Emma Watson NOT Dating Johnny Simmons

Emma Watson maintains that she is not dating "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" co-star Johnny Simmons although they have been seen spending time together lately. "This is complete fiction," her representative told Mail Online. The British actress insisted that they are just friends and co-workers. 

Watson and Simmons were photographed doing a morning jog together in Pennsylvania countryside. A source also said that the 24-year-old actor and the 21-year-old actress got "serious so fast" after filming the movie adaptation of Stephen Chbosky's novel in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

But Watson has provided criteria to be her boyfriend in a new interview with Daily Record newspaper. "I want someone with kindness, good manners, intelligence, confidence ...and someone who can make me laugh. Manners are important. The way I was brought up, my dad is very strict and very focused on that, so if I see anyone be rude to anyone else, it's an immediate turnoff. I can't bear it." 

Watson also sees a future as a mom. "I have very strong family values and I would definitely hope that marriage and kids would be in my future. I can't wait to be a mum," she said. 

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Vanessa Hudgens Does Ironing in Lingerie for Candie's Ad

Vanessa Hudgens is showing off her curves while doing a little housework. The "Sucker Punch" actress, who replaced Britney Spears as the face of Candie's, has stripped down to a purple and pink lingerie while ironing clothes and blowing bubble gum in a new photo shoot for the brand's fall 2011 campaign. 

While the 22-year-old actress goes flirty and sexy in the snap, other shots for are notably tamer. She is featured in dark denim jeans, a brown leather jacket and a floral skirt. They are all part of Candie's fall campaign for Kohl's called "Candie's-ism's". 

Of being a part of the campaign, Vanessa said, "I had such a great time shooting the Candie's campaign, it's all about having fun and learning life lessons according to Candie's." Speaking of the brand itself, she spilled, "I love Candie's because they have so many great pieces you can mix into your wardrobe. My style is very similar to the Candie's girl style in a sense where we just want to have fun." 

When asked about her own style during the photo shoot in California back in April, the former girlfriend of Zac Efron told PEOPLE, "The more I grow up, the more I've been comfortable with my style, therefore allowing me to really experiment with all different looks." She added, "I'm extremely inspired by the '60s and '70s. I adore Bianca Jagger and Cher." 

The ad campaign debuts in magazines this fall, while merchandise will be available exclusively at Kohl's and kohls.com in the months ahead. Fans are given the chance to take part by choosing the campaign's winning TV commercial that will air nationwide in July. Voting takes place from June 15 to 22 on Candie's Facebook page. 

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Russell Crowe Could Be Superman's Father in 'Man of Steel'

Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures might have found a father figure for "Man of Steel" in Russell Crowe. Variety first broke the news, reporting that the "Robin Hood" thesp is in talks to star as Jor-El, Superman's biological father from planet Krypton. 


So far, the casting department includes Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Diane Lane, Kevin Costner, and Michael Shannon. Cavill will star as Clark Kent a.k.a. Superman, with Amy playing Lois Lane. Meanwhile, Diane will take the role of Clark's mother Martha Kent, and Kevin plays Clark's father Jonathan Kent. Michael will portray General Zod. 


This "Superman" reboot is expected to hit U.S. theaters in 2012. Zack Snyder sits in the directorial chair, with David S. Goyer providing the script and Christopher Nolan serving as producer. 


Crowe's last notable film was "The Next Three Days", which hit cinemas across the United States on November 19, 2010. He will next be seen in "The Man with the Iron Fist", starring opposite Lucy Liu and RZA. 

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Oscars Change Rules for Best Picture Again

Academy Awards has changed the rules for Best Picture race once more. After expanding the category to 10 nominees in 2009, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences made it official on late Tuesday night that it has made new rules which would result in anywhere from five to ten nominees in the category. 

The final round of voting for Best Picture will continue to employ the preferential system, regardless of the number of nominees. This move is taken to ensure that the winning picture has won more than half of the voters. 

Retiring Academy executive director Bruce Davis stated that the revision is necessary. "In studying the data, what stood out was that Academy members had regularly shown a strong admiration for more than five movies," so he said. "A best picture nomination should be an indication of extraordinary merit. If there are only eight pictures that truly earn that honor in a given year, we shouldn't feel an obligation to round out the number." 

The nomination of the 84th annual Academy Awards will be announced live on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, at 5:30 A.M. PT in the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Meanwhile, the ceremony itself will take place on February 26, 2012 at the Kodak Theater at Hollywood. 

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Lady GaGa's 'Edge of Glory' Video to Premiere on 'SYTYCD'

Lady GaGa's music video for her third single "The Edge of Glory" is confirmed to be released on Thursday night, June 16. "Tomorrow during America's So You Think You Can Dance, I will premiere the video we made for you. The Edge of Glory debuts 8pm ET/PT on FOX," tweeted the Mother Monster. 

The announcement of the video premiere comes hot on the heels of news that Clarence Clemons was under doctor's intensive care for suffering stroke. The saxophonist of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band plays a sax solo in the song and also lends his talent in another of GaGa's track called "Hair". 

Calling Clarence a "special person," GaGa has been very supportive towards the musician after learning that he was seriously ill. Most recently, she made a get-well video which features a bunch of her Little Monsters, saying "We wanted to wish you a get well soon and a big hug from the whole world." 

In addition to showing support for Clarence, the video premiere has also fueled report that GaGa's going to make appearance on "SYTYCD" sometime this season. The rumor arose after executive producer and head judge Nigel Lythgoe dropped a hint in an interview, "she is on tour so they said it would probably be later in the season. She is an amazing dancer and performer." 

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First Trailer for Brad Pitt's 'Moneyball' Debuted

The first trailer for "Moneyball" has landed online by way of Entertainment Tonight. In the video, Brad Pitt's Billy Beane applies a different method in finding new best players for his baseball organization. 

Based on a true story, this drama flick centers its story on Billy, an Oakland Athletics general manager who uses a sophisticated computer analysis system to piece together a team that regularly contends for the World Series despite a payroll dramatically lower than such big-market rivals as the New York Yankees. Along with Peter Brand (portrayed by Jonah Hill), Billy builds the cheapest winning team in the game. 

In addition to the aforementioned actors, "Moneyball" has Robin Wright Penn, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Kathryn Morris, Rick Yudt and Stephen Bishop take the supporting roles. Directed by Bennett Miller, the movie will open wide in United States on September 23. 

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Emma Watson Possibly Dating Her 'Wallflower' Co-Star

Emma Watson may have found herself a boyfriend. The Hermione Granger of the "Harry Potter" series are said to be dating her co-star in "The Perks of Being a Wallflower", Johnny Simmons. "They have really fallen for one another and both aren't dating anyone else," one insider told Hollywood Life. 

The rumored couple met while shooting the movie adaptation of Stephen Chbosky's novel in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Words are, they "have gotten serious fast." Another source close to Johnny claims Emma "loves how down to earth and normal he is and thinks he's the nicest guy," and Johnny "feels the same way," before adding, "She doesn't act like she's one of the biggest stars in the world." 

It is further suggested that her romantic relationship with the 24-year-old actor has led Emma to think about moving to Los Angeles. "She once said she'd never move to LA, but I think she's reconsidering...especially because she's left Brown and Johnny lives in Los Angeles too," so said the first inside source. 

The romance rumor came a little more than a week after Emma claimed it is hard for her to find a boyfriend. To Sunday Times Style Magazine, she shared, "I'd say to my friends, 'Why hasn't X called me? Why doesn't anyone ever pursue me?' They're like, 'Probably because they're intimidated.' It must be the fame wall. It must be the circus that goes around me. Me, as a person, I find it hard to believe I would be intimidating." 

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Selena Gomez's Song 'Dices' Comes Out in Full

After debuting "Bang Bang Bang",Selena Gomez released a second promo song for the iTunes countdown of her new effort with The Scene, "When the Sun Goes Down", on June 14. Titled "Dices", it's a Spanish version of the album's lead single "Who Says". 

After "Dices" was released, another fresh track "Love You Like a Love Song" will be made available for purchase on June 21 and will be followed by its video premiere one day after. Exactly a week later, the album will make its way out across the United States on June 28. 

Beside promoting the album online, Selena is currently doing a promo tour for her new movie "Monte Carlo" as well. The songstress, who washospitalized for malnourishment and exhaustion last Thursday, recentlyvisited Santa Monica Place mall with her band for her first performance post the health scare. 

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Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries Not Getting Married on Halloween

The question when Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries will tie the knot will remain a mystery for a little longer. Although October 31 has been listed as the newly-engaged couple's wedding date in their registry at Gearys in Beverly Hills, it is claimed that the Halloween date is only meant to be a joke. 


A source close to the couple insisted to E! Online that Kim and Kris, who got engaged on May 18 after he got down to one knee inside her bedroom, have no plans to say their "I do" on the day children go trick or treating. "That's just a joke," said the inside source before adding, "They're not announcing the real date just yet." 


While the insider ruled out the Halloween wedding date, representative for the couple confirmed that the wedding gift registry at Gearys is legit. Giving their guests suggestions on what to get them for their wedding, the twosome put in a number of pricey items on their wish list that is said totaling a whopping $172,000. 


Among the goods they want, the high-profile pair requested a $7,850 Baccarat crystal vase, a $1,150 black Lalique desk clock and 18 Hermes Balcon du Guadalquivir platinum presentation plates that are worth $670 each. They also would like to have a $1,650 silver-plated coffeepot, 24 five-piece silverware sets that each costs $1,600, and many others. 

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Promo Trailer for 'Dark Tide': Halle Berry in the Brink of Death

A promo trailer for "Dark Tide" has hit the web. In this newly-released video,Halle Berry portrays a modern-day adventurer who is drawn to very close encounters with mighty white sharks. The video gets more intense as it ends with a scene where a raging wave sweeps the ship that carries her and the crew, leaving them surrounded by sharks in the ocean. 

"Dark Tide" centers its story on Berry's Sara. Having had a near-fatal incident with a great white shark a year ago, Sara challenges her courage by joining a monsoon season voyage, which eventually becomes an escalating series of terrifying underwater confrontations with the predators. 

This John Stockwell-directed movie also has Olivier Martinez take the role of Sara's husband. Ralph Brown, Luke Tyler and Mark Elderkin are among other supporting stars for the action thriller film which is expected to hit theaters across the United States later this year. 

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Video: Jay Leno Tests Kim Kardashian's Engagement Ring on Fire

Jay Leno had a little experiment with Kim Kardashian's engagement ring during her appearance on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno". The host tried to put an end to speculation that her 20.5 carat ring is fake, and he thought that the best way to prove it is to light it on fire.


Clad in a bright purple Zac Posen dress, Kim was a bit reluctant when Jay first proposed his idea. She even asked the 61-year-old stand-up comedian to sign a contract that he would pay the insurance if something happened to the jewelry, which is estimated at $2 million.


Jay convinced her that if the diamond was real, then nothing would happen. But if it was fake or it was just a cubic zirconia, it would catch the flame and get burnt, which meant Kris Humphries "has something to explain" to her.


The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star has since taken to Twitter to share the thrilling moment. "OMG u will NOT believe what Jay Leno did to my ring tonight on the show!!!! I almost cried! LOL," she tweeted soon after filming her appearance for the Tuesday night (June 14) episode.


The result of the test, however, is not included in a preview video for the talk show embedded below.

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'Pretty Little Liars' 2.02 Preview: Things Get Incredibly Worse

How does it feel when someone has to stay apart from the most important people in her/his life? Aria, Emily, Hanna and Spencer have to deal with this difficult situation as they are forced to go their separate ways for a bit in the next episode of "Pretty Little Liars". 

ABC Family releases a short preview to the second episode of "Liars" season 2, which also includes a preview to the second episode of newbie "The Nine Lives of Chloe King". Meanwhile, a longer look at "Liars" can be obtained in the Canadian promo, which shows Aria saying, "Things just get incredibly worse," and being attacked by an unseen person. 

Also in "The Goodbye Look", Emily struggles with her family's impending move to Texas, but when a college athletic scout approaches her after a swim meet, she sees an opportunity that could keep her in Rosewood. With Hanna's father returning to town, she may forgive Mona so she has someone to lean on. 

Spencer tries to be supportive of Toby's new plans to free himself of his family and Rosewood. Meanwhile, on the eve of Ezra's last day at Rosewood High, he begs Aria to meet him so they can work things out. Aria, on the other hand, is not so sure there's anything left to say. 

"Pretty Little Liars" returns next week on Tuesday, June 21 at 8/7c, followed by "The Nine Lives of Chloe King" at 9/8c. 

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Voldemort and Death Eaters on New 'Deathly Hallows 2' Poster

Another "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II" poster makes its way out on the web. After Harry and his gang were crammed in a poster, now Voldemort and his Death Eaters pose for the new one-sheet. 


The Dark Lord takes the front line, with an icy stare on his eyes and the Elder Wand in his hand. Taking spots behind him are Bellatrix Lestrange and Lucius Malfoy, who are ready to assist He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named to conquer Hogwarts. The other Death Eaters fill the background of the poster. 


The last installment of "Harry Potter" film series, "Deathly Hallows Part II" will see the final adventure of the titular character who should make an ultimate sacrifice to end the battle between Voldemort's brotherhood and wizarding community. The film will also witness doom and gloom moments where no one is safe, even within the Hogwarts buildings. The David Yates-directed film will open wide in the U.S. on July 15. 


Ralph Fiennes reprises his role as Voldemort, with Helena Bonham Carter and Jason Isaacs returning to the film to star as Bellatrix and Lucius respectively. The fantasy film also has Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson reprise their roles as Harry, Ron and Hermione respectively. 

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Shia LaBeouf Is Donezo With 'Transformers'

We've come to know and love Shia LeBouf as the action-hunk hero in Transformers, but we're going to have to rewire our minds. The actor has confirmed to MTV that after starring in three installments of the movie, he's going to lay his Sam Witwicky role to rest. 

"I'm not coming back to do another one. I don't think [director Michael Bay] will either," he said. "It's still a hot property, I think, especially coming out of the third one. So I imagine they'll reboot it at some point with someone else."

Could this be political aftermath since 2009's Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen received negative reviews and earned LaBeouf and Megan Fox a shared "Worst Screen Couple of 2009" nomination? Probably not, since the film still grossed $800 million. 

LaBeouf, who has a thing for uber-successful but critically panned films (Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps followed the same trajectory) is still amped about next month's release ofTransformers: Dark of the Moon. 

"This is the best movie we've made, I'm serious," he said. "It's not a joke. I'm dead honest, man. I get myself in trouble all the time, but this is our best installment. It's our best movie."

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Selena Gomez Makes a Second Trip to the Hospital

Selena Gomez was rushed to the hospital after filming The Tonight Show Thursday night, and one trip just didn't do it -- TMz reports the starlet was taken back to an LA hospital Saturday for blood pressure issues.
The Disney star, who's dating teen sensation Justin Bieber, complained of nausea and a severe headache Thursday. The nausea component, of course, sparked a flurry of pregnancy rumors about the 18-year-old actress. And, they're totally not true. 
New reports indicate the starlet's been in and out of the hospital for blood pressure issues, but doctors have yet to figure out what's wrong.
Her rep released a statement after her overnight hospital stay Thursday, announcing that Selena was undergoing "routine tests."
An insider said no one knew anything was wrong during her talk show appearance that night. 

"She did a backstage interview and hung out with Jim Carrey after the show. The Tonight Show people didn't even know she wasn't feeling well," the source said (via Us magazine).Selena was supposed to kick off her 10-city tour at Santa Monica Place, but the concert was rescheduled for Monday. As of Sunday morning, the show had not been rescheduled again.

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Watch: Jennifer Lopez Gets Wild in London

Jennifer Lopez was all over London this weekend -- in baggy LOVE sweatpants, in head-to-toe snakeskin for the Capital Radio Summertime Ball, and she wore a lot of cleavage and some really crazy hair for her performance on the season finale of the UK version of So You Think You Can Dance last night! 

The songstress arrived for her TV show gig in a bra-baring top and long, wild waves Saturday night then took the stage in a rhinestone-encrusted bodysuit. She came out and belted out her latest hit "On the Floor" while literally getting on the floor with some impressive dance moves. She may be 41, but weknow she can dance.

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Emma Watson: I Made 'Life Difficult' for the 'Harry Potter' Crew

Emma Watson dropped out of Brown University after this year, and she's since revealed that she opted out of continuing her education there for a few reasons. They include: She couldn't get dates, she wasn't quite as "normal" as she'd hoped to be, and she got tired of fighting the scheduling conflicts between her schoolwork and acting career.

The Harry Potter star said she's been "fighting an uphill battle" over her education for a decade now. "I have felt for the last 10 years I have had this battle; I've been fighting so hard to have an education. It's been this uphill struggle," she said (via Usmagazine). "I was Warner Bros.' pain in the butt. I was their scheduling conflict. I was the one who made life difficult."

She wouldn't even sign the contract to appear in the last two films of the franchise before producers agreed to work around her schedule. "I just realized at one point that I can't fight everything. I have to move in the direction of it -- and go with it," she said.

She ended up finding a sympathetic ear in James Franco, who's known for his academic endeavors. They briefly met while he studied at the Rhode Island School of Design.  "It was such a relief to speak to someone who is trying to do the same thing I'm doing," Watson says. "I talked to him about juggling studying and making films and going backward and forward. He's not afraid or limited by what he fears people will say about it."

Even though she ended up leaving Brown, and will reportedly be attending college in LA in the fall, she's glad she stood her ground for 2 years. "I've probably earned the right to screw up a few times," she says. "I don't want the fear of failure to stop me from doing what I really care about."

And, now, she's trying to find her own way. "I have had no control over my life," she said about her time as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series. "I have lived in a complete bubble. They found me and picked me for the part. And now I'm desperately trying to find my way through it."

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Katy Perry Geeks Out for 'Last Friday Night' Video

Katy Perry did her best to look ridiculous for her star-packed new video for "Last Friday Night." The pop star goes from geek to glam '80s style complete with giant glasses, headgear and teased bangs while she parties with the likes of Kevin McHaleand Rebecca Black.

Katy (or rather Kathy Beth Terry as she's dubbed the character) wakes at up at the beginning of the video in a party-demolished room with a jock in her bed and a nerd duct taped to a chair as she recounts the events of "Last Friday Night." The plot is classic teen movie stuff as she plays a bookish girl just trying to study before she hits up the party next door. She looks out of place, but that's OK, because Rebecca Black is here to turn her into a hottie.

Katy has been working to get #KathyBethTerry trending on Twitter, and she even posted an extra video on her Vevo channel today introducing fans to the character. Check out the full "Last Friday Night" video below.

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