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2:05 PM ET, March 17, 2006

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Jill Atkins / The National Ledger:
Brad Pitt's Family: Marry Angelina Jolie Now  —  Brad Pitt's Bible belt family has reportedly demanded that he marry his very pregnant girlfriend Angelina Jolie.  And they want the wedding to take place immediately.  —  They want a wdding now.  —  The story will be published …
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Cris Bergman / The National Ledger:
Angelina Jolie Has a 'Secret Surgery' Plan to Regain Shape  —  Angelina Jolie still looks quite skinny, with the exception for her ever growing bump.  But apparently the star is concerned about how her first pregnancy will affect her athletic body.  —  So much so - that according to Star Magazine - she has a 'secret surgery' plan.
Susan Hatch / The National Ledger:
Angelina Jolie Voted Favorite Lesbian Pin-Up  —  Is there any doubt that Angelina Jolie is still one of the most sought after celebrities of both men and women?  Not any more.  The gay and bisexual UK magazine Diva has released it's "We So Would" list of hotties that most lesbians want to have sex with.
MSNBC:
A Pitt-Jolie wedding this weekend?  —  Locals near Italy's Lake Como buzz about possible Brangelina nuptials  —  CERNOBBIO, Italy - Rumors that Hollywood sweethearts Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt could marry on the shores of Lake Como this weekend have transformed even quiet Italian villagers into star-struck gossip fans.
Discussion: Cele|bitchy
FemaleFirst:   Angelina Jolie returns to 'Sin City'
Defamer:
SOUTH PARK CREATORS RESPOND TO EPISODE-DISAPPEARING SCIENTOLOGISTS  —  The attorney for South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone issued this official statement to us via e-mail late yesterday addressing the Scientology-clowning, Tom-Cruise-baiting "Trapped in the Closet" …
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FemaleFirst:
Tom Cruise's South Park episode
Discussion: Cele|bitchy
Defamer:
REPORT: BLAME CRUISE FOR YANKED 'SOUTH PARK' REPEAT
Stephen M. Silverman / People:
Shannon Elizabeth's Husband Seeks Assets  —  American Pie actress Shannon Elizabeth's estranged husband, actor Joseph D. Reitman, is seeking half of all property and assets the pair accumulated during the five years they lived together before they were married, the Associated Press reports.
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Associated Press:
Shannon Elizabeth's husband wants half
Discussion: Dlisted
Star:   SHANNON ELIZABETH DIVORCE UPDATE
Reuters:
Jessica Simpson snubs Bush  —  'It's never been a problem for Bono,' NRCC spokesman responds  —  LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) — Concerned about politicizing her favorite charity, singer-actress Jessica Simpson Wednesday turned down a invitation to meet with President Bush, a snub that left Republicans dismayed.
Discussion: TVgasm
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New York Post:
PARIS ON PROWL  —  March 17, 2006 — IT looks like Paris Hilton has grown bored of her on-and- off squeeze, Greek billion-heir Stavros Niarchos.  She was trolling for hunks at the launch of "Godfather: The Game" at Privilege in L.A. the other night.  Hilton was overheard asking event staffers …
TMZ:
Tom & Katie Go to First Base at Game  —  USA loses but Tom scores  —  (Mar. 17, 10:55AM ET) — TMZ was at the World Baseball Classic in Anaheim, California Thursday night, as Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes got presidential-like treatment.  Here's what we know.
Discussion: Dlisted
Star:
DEMI & ASHTON'S MIRACLE BABY AT 43!  —  On March 9, when Demi Moore made her third visit in a month to Petit Trésor, the posh L.A. baby boutique locked its doors so she could shop in private.  Demi, a source says, was especially interested in the high-end nursery furniture, asking about changing tables and an armoire.
Discussion: lePaparazzi
Trent / Pink Is The New Blog:
This Is Your Lucky Day  —  First off I have to wish all y'all a Happy St. Patrick's Day ... I'm not sure how many of you have already left work to begin your St. Patty's Day celebrations but I hope y'all have a great, safe day:  —  Here's hopin' the luck of the Irish touches you today …
Miuvonf / A Socialite's Life:
Tori Spelling's Fiance Is An Idiot  —  Need I say more?
FemaleFirst:
James Bond to ditch tuxedo  —  James Bond is ditching his trademark tuxedo.  —  The suave spy will only be seen in casual wear in the upcoming 'Casino Royale'.  —  New Bond Daniel Craig is quoted in Britain's The Sun newspaper as saying: "The only time you'll see me wearing one is in the promo."
Discussion: Dlisted
Stephen M. Silverman / People:
ABC's Elizabeth Vargas to Have a Boy  —  ABC's World News Tonight co-anchor Elizabeth Vargas will be having a boy later this year, the New York Post reports.  Vargas's network announced the pregnancy early last month, but this is the first news of the baby's gender.
Discussion: Celebrity Baby Blog
Mandy Stadtmiller / New York Post:
BRINGING UP BABY, BRITNEY STYLE  —  March 16, 2006 — HOW not to raise a child, by Britney Spears.  —  The latest report?  She changed Junior's diaper in the middle of a busy restaurant.  According to Britain's News of the World newspaper, one diner said, "It was disgusting.
Discussion: Celebrity Baby Blog
Angela Carson / The National Ledger:
Keith Urban Speaks Out: He and Nicole Kidman 'Live Together'  —  Country music superstar Keith Urban and his beau and fellow Aussie Nicole Kidman have tried desperately to keep their relationship on the down low.  —  The Aussie Power Couple™ are such a hot item that when they decided …
Discussion: The Post Chronicle and Cele|bitchy
Cathy Beers / The National Ledger:
Reese Witherspoon Furious About 'Marriage in Trouble' Reports  —  Right after her much deserved Academy Award for Best Actress in 'Walk the Line' fabulous actress Reese Witherspoon was hit with a barrage of reports from two separate weekly magazines that her marriage was in trouble.
popbytes:
lil' kim does phil collins!  —  hey kids!  oh it has been one of those good type o' days - popbytes has been really cooking lately & coming into its own after 2 1/2 years of blood, sweat & pop tears - i work like a dog on this site & yes i am obsessed with my blog but it is all paying off plus …
Discussion: Poppy Cedes
Ulrica Wihlborg / People:
Shaquille O'Neal, Wife Expecting a Girl  —  Shaquille O'Neal and his wife Shaunie Nelson are expecting a baby girl, PEOPLE has learned exclusively.  —  The couple have three children together, sons Shareef, 6, and Shaqir, 2, and daughter Amirah, 4.  O'Neal has a daughter Taahirah, 9 …
Discussion: Celebrity Baby Blog
Hollywoodtuna:
You Can Never Get Enough Of Stacy Keibler  —  What's a week in Hollywood Tuna without a Stacy Keibler post?  Not a very good one!  I know these lingerie pictures of Stacy are a bit small, but don't worry, they're highly effective.  What pictures of her aren't?  —  Bonus  —  Related Articles:
 
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