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10:45 AM ET, February 9, 2010

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Variety:
‘24’ headed to the bigscreen  —  Fox TV, film studios team on feature adaptation  —  Twentieth Century Fox's film and TV studios are conspiring to finally bring hit television series “24” to the bigscreen.  —  The film side has hired scribe Billy Ray ("State of Play," “Flightplan") to pen the script for the feature version.
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Lynette Rice / Hollywood Insider:
Breaking news: '24′ movie inching closer to reality  —  Jack Bauer may finally hit the big screen.  Though Fox has yet to decide whether to pick up a ninth season of 24, an insider confirmed that the film side is in talks with Billy Ray (State of Play) to write a screenplay for the franchise.
Discussion: The Playlist
Brian Orloff / People.com:
Kate Gosselin to Release Personal New Book  —  She already wrote two New York Times bestsellers and, soon, Kate Gosselin could have a third on her hands.  —  The reality star is scheduled to release I Just Want You to Know: Letters to My Kids on Love, Faith and Family on April 13.
TMZ.com:
Michael Jackson Coroner Report - House of Drugs  —  TMZ has just obtained a copy of the full L.A. County Coroner's report in the death of Michael Jackson — which until now was under seal.  The conclusion is clear ... Propofol killed the singer.  —  According to the report …
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TMZ.com:
Hugh Hefner Accused of Screwing Playboy  —  Hugh Hefner has been sued for living the good life and refusing to give it up for the sake of his company.  —  We've obtained a class action lawsuit filed by a Playboy shareholder who claims the company is falling apart and Hugh has intentionally sabotaged …
Shana Naomi Krochmal / Advocate:
The Great de Rossi  —  Portia de Rossi knew her “quiet life” was over when she fell for Ellen DeGeneres.  Now, with a new book and a passionate taste for politics, she's ready to step forward as the first lady of our fight for marriage equality.  —  The lady has something to say.
Suzanne Zuckerman / People.com:
Brooklyn Decker: My SI Swimsuit Cover Made Mom Cry - with Joy  —  For Brooklyn Decker, the next few months will bring a series of firsts.  —  The North Carolina-raised model, 22, is celebrating her first-ever time as the cover girl on the coveted Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue …
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Samantha Critchell / The Huffington Post:
Brooklyn Decker SI Swimsuit Issue Cover PHOTO REVEALED (PICTURES, VIDEO)
Discussion: StyleList
Jennifer Cady / E! Online:
Lindsay Lohan Plays a Fashionable Jesus  —  Lindsay Lohan is on the cover of another magazine, this time it's French fashion magazine Purple.  —  Since it's supposed to be more of an edgy magazine or something, Terry Richardson shot Lindsay as Jesus with her outstretched arms and a crown of thorns.
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Simon Perry / People.com:
Jessica Alba Slams Rumors Linking Husband with Lindsay Lohan
Discussion: Perez Hilton
X17 Online:
BREAKING NEWS - Britney Rushed To Emergency Room  —  Britney Spears arrived at a Los Angeles hospital emergency room just minutes ago.  X17online photographers spotted Britney being driven by her bodyguard as she sat in the passenger seat, followed by another two cars.
PopEater:
Kendra Wilkinson Shows Off Baby Hank and Reveals Why She Cried After Super Bowl  —  Although the Indianapolis Colts didn't go home with any Super Bowl rings Sunday night, Kendra Wilkinson and baby Hank were still dressed to impress in their sports gear to cheer on Colt's wide receiver Hank Baskett III.
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Dylan Stableford / The Wrap:
It's Official: MTV No Longer About ‘Music’  —  MTV changed its logo for the first time in roughly 30 years on Monday.  —  It was a minor change with major symbolism.  The network — known more for its scripted reality show programming these days than the music videos and industry it revolutionized …
BBC:
Pitt and Jolie sue Sunday paper  —  Hollywood couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are suing the News Of The World newspaper after it published allegations about their relationship.  —  In a story published on 24 January, the paper said the couple would separate and had agreed the division of assets and custody of their children.
Nikki Finke / Deadline.com:
‘TERMINATOR’ RIGHTS SELL FOR $29.5 MIL  —  BREAKING NEWS!  EXCLUSIVE: I've learned that the auction for the Terminator movie, TV program, and other spin-off rights just ended after a marathon bidding session today that stretched from 3 PM this afternoon until 8 PM tonight.
Jeane MacIntosh / New York Post:
‘Precious’ tones  —  Actress' mom a star of the subways  —  Her kid's an Oscar contender, but this proud Harlem mom is still happily singing for her supper in the subway.  —  Alice Tan Ridley — whose 26-year-old daughter, Gabourey Sidibe, won raves and an Academy Award nomination …
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Us Weekly:
Mom of Precious Star Gabourey Sidibe Sings in NYC Subway
Discussion: Perez Hilton
The Independent:
Donatella Versace: 'I'm not a believer in the natural look'  —  She likes her egos big - and hair even bigger.  She thinks it's time models were super again.  Donatella Versace presents her fashion manifesto to Jo-Ann Furniss for Love magazine  —  There is not enough ego!" announces Donatella Versace emphatically, and then laughs.
Us Weekly:
Kate Gosselin Chops Off Hair Extensions!  —  That was fast!  —  Kate Gosselin has changed her look — again.  —  The reality mom, 34, debuted a stick-straight shoulder-length 'do with bangs in New York City Friday night while partying at hot spot Butter.
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Bachelor Fans Shocked Ali Left the Show  —  Bachelor fans are sad to see Ali Fedotowsky go.  —  The 25-year-old advertising accounts manager — who was one of Bachelor Jake Pavelka's final four — abruptly left Monday's show after her employer gave her an ultimatum: quit the show or lose her job.
Discussion: Digital Spy and PopEater
Simon Perry / People.com:
Newlywed Katie Price (aka Jordan) Wants Kids Right Away  —  British model and reality-TV star Katie Price - aka Jordan - made quick work of tying the knot with marital-arts fighter Alex Reid.  Now, she hopes a baby will follow in short order, too.  —  “Me and Alex so want kids - well …
Discussion: The Hollywood Gossip
Variety:
Heigl in the ‘Money’  —  Actress' interest revives Columbia, Lakeshore project  —  Katherine Heigl is attached to star in “One for the Money” for Columbia Pictures and Lakeshore Entertainment.  —  Col and Lakeshore were eager to reteam on another Heigl project after their recent collaboration …
Discussion: EW.com
People.com:
Couples Watch: Channing & Jenna, Kim & Reggie  —  • Guess they had a reason to celebrate!  Channing Tatum and wife Jenna Dewan were spotted at Las Vegas's Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, where the couple were enjoying a celebratory meal - complete with champagne - at Strip House.  Why?
Discussion: Perez Hilton and Fancast News
Access Hollywood:
Access Exclusive: Jennifer Aniston On Gerard Butler, Turning 41 & A Charity Close To Her Heart  —  Jennifer Aniston,Movies,Gerard Butler,Sheryl Crow,Jason Bateman,Billy Bush,Courteney Cox,Paparazzi  —  Jennifer Aniston opened up to Access Hollywood's Billy Bush about her star-studded 41st …
Discussion: The Hollywood Gossip
Hollywoodreporter / The Hollywood Reporter:
Tim Robbins cast in ‘Green Lantern’  —  Tim Robbins is joining the cast of “Green Lantern,” the Martin Campbell-directed tentpole at Warner Bros. that's based on the DC Comics superhero.  —  Robbins will play Senator Hammond, the disapproving father of the movie's villain, Dr. Hector Hammond …
TMZ.com:
Charlie Sheen Officially Charged  —  Charlie Sheen was officially charged with three crimes today in court in Aspen, Colorado: felony menacing, misdemeanor 3rd degree assault and misdemeanor criminal mischief — but Charlie did not enter a plea.  —  Sheen and his wife Brooke Mueller were at the courthouse in Aspen.
 
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X17 Online:
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