Leno Blesses ‘Tonight Show’ Succession Plan  —  “The Tonight Show” will begin a new era in February when Jimmy Fallon succeeds Jay Leno as host of the most storied and successful program in late-night television.  —  Multimedia  —  NBC plans to announce on Wednesday its plan to install …

Shopping for One  —  Justin Bieber Hosts Wild House Party, Despite Being in Europe  —  Nick Jonas Addresses Miley Cyrus Rumors  —  Amanda Bynes Skips Hearing for Driving on Suspended License Charges  —  Jim Carrey Calls Fox News ‘a Media Colostomy Bag’  — Kim Kardashian: Pregnant Frozen Yogurt Craving!

Beyoncé Makes British Vogue Cover Debut  —  FEW have captivated the world like Vogue's May cover star Beyoncé Knowles.  Few have been so adulated or adored, and yet remained so steadfast in protecting their mystery.  Few have withstood the rigours of a stellar career and survived so unscathed.

Liam Hemsworth Is So ‘The Raven’  —  EXCLUSIVE: Studio is not confirming, but I'm hearing that The Hunger Games' star Liam Hemsworth is close to being set for the lead in The Raven, which Ricardo de Montreuil is set to direct at Universal Pictures from a script by Michael Gilio and Justin Marks.

Kim Kardashian Excused From First Day of Divorce Trial  —  Excused From First Day  —  Of Divorce Trial  —  EXCLUSIVE  —  Kim Kardashian is not going to attend the first day of her divorce trial ... but it turns out she's not needed.  —  Kim has a commitment for an appearance …

Bravo confirms return of three ‘Real Housewives of New York’ cast members - but is unsure on future of remaining three  —  Ramona Singer, Carole Radziwill and Heather Thomson are slated to walk the blue carpet tonight at the Bravo Upfronts in New York.  —  ‘The Real Housewives of New York’ cast …

Richie Sambora Bails on Bon Jovi — Jon Treats Him Like Crap  —  Bails on Bon Jovi  —  JON TREATS HIM LIKE CRAP  —  EXCLUSIVE  —  Richie Sambora is bailing on the Bon Jovi world tour because of “personal issues,” but it has NOTHING to do with substance abuse ... it's all about a war that's exploded between Jon and Richie.

A Leave of Presence  —  Thank you.  Forty-six years ago on April 3, 1967, I became the film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times.  Some of you have read my reviews and columns and even written to me since that time.  Others were introduced to my film criticism through the television show …

Jay-Z Creates Sports Agency, Signs Victor Cruz and Robinson Cano  —  Jay-Z is definitely not just a businessman.  He's a serious business, man.  The hip-hop mogul, who is already a household name in both the music and fashion realms, is officially extending his talents into a new venture: professional sports.

Busta Rhymes At Cheeseburger Baby Allegedly Screams Slurs Over Burger Condiments (EXPLICIT LANGAUGE)  —  Rapper Busta Rhymes allegedly threw a slur-filled tantrum in Miami Beach early Wednesday morning, hurling homophobic names at restaurant employees after his party wasn't allowed to cut in line for a burger.

Brad Pitt To Star In David Ayer's World War II Movie ‘Fury’  —  EXCLUSIVE: Brad Pitt is in final negotiations to star in Fury, the David Ayer-directed drama that will start production in September.  This is the Ayer script that Bill Block's QED International paid $1 million to acquire back in February.

Zoe Saldana in Talks to Star in Marvel's ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ (Exclusive)  —  The “Avatar” actress would play the female lead opposite Chris Pratt and Dave Bautista.  —  Zoe Saldana  —  Zoe Saldana is in negotiations to play the female lead in Marvel Studios' Guardians of the Galaxy …

USA Network Eyes ‘Happy Endings’ Pickup If Cult Comedy Isn't Renewed By ABC  —  EXCLUSIVE: Despite ratings hardship and real and clear danger of cancellation, Happy Endings may live up to its title even if ABC opts not to order a fourth season.  I hear that Sony TV, the leading studio behind …

Clark Gable's Son Plows Into Cars, Gets Arrested for DUI  —  John Clark Gable, the 52-year-old son of Hollywood legend Clark Gable, was arrested for investigation of drunken driving after allegedly plowing his truck into several parked cars.  —  His Ford Raptor collided with another vehicle …

Real Flirty Husband Of Beverly Hills!  Kyle Richards' Hot Hubby Accused Of Hitting On Women  —  In a show known for its many relationship roller coasters, Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky appear to enjoy a marriage made in reality heaven — but, according to a bombshell report in the new Star magazine …