Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Stephen Belafonte Tells Cops Former Girlfriend is Extorting Him Over Mel B Drama
Stephen Belafonte went to the LAPD several days ago and told cops a former girlfriend was extorting him … threatening to make up stories he abused her, unless he paid her a large sum of cash. Law enforcement sources tell us Stephen told cops the woman… Permalink Source: TMZ Feed
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
United Airlines, David Dao And The Way We Blame
Some years ago I was walking by Croke Park stadium in Dublin immediately after the close of the All-Ireland Hurling Final, in which County Tipperary defeated County Galway. Amidst the sea of jubilant Tipperary supporters in yellow floated disconsolate knots of Galway fans in maroon, and one of these passed close by me, its members grimly silent until one gave name to the depth and nature of their despair: “It’s so bloody predictable; I can’t believe it happened.” There are some misfortunes that seem so inevitable that their occurrence is a surprise on two levels ― that nothing was done…
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Five Finger Death Punch Blasts Record Label as 'Sinking Ship'
The guys in Five Finger Death Punch claim they’re being held hostage by their “sinking ship” of a record label … and they need a judge to rescue the band before it gets dragged under. The heavy metal rockers destroy the label, Prospect… Permalink Source: TMZ Feed
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
‘Better Call Saul': What Mike Just Did, Explained
(Spoiler alert: Don’t read this if you haven’t seen the Season 3 premiere of “Better Call Saul.”) Whether in “Breaking Bad” or “Better Call Saul,” one of Vince Gilligan’s signature traits as a storyteller is his ability to slowly build to a big reveal through patient scenes that leave us guessing. We saw this in action again Monday night on the season 3 premiere of “Better Call Saul,” which was largely devoted to showing us how Mike Ehrmantraut hatched an elaborate scheme. After fleeing from a failed attempt to kill Hector Salamanca in last year’s finale — and discovering a…
Monday, April 10, 2017
Oversights Of Justice
Reading the two-page edict released by Attorney General Jefferson Sessions I had the feeling I was missing something. I scoured the Internet looking for misplaced pages, at first assuming, and then praying that there had been unintentional omissions. Oversights. The directive by the Attorney General ordered the Department of Justice to review all agency activities—e.g., active research grants, investigations, agreements with police departments—with the intent of ensuring they align with this administration’s agenda. But the values that are missing from that agenda represent much of what we have learned works in policing: that we are safer when we 1) value…
Monday, April 10, 2017
Ashton Kutcher Chokes Up About His ‘Great Fortune to Fail Again and Again and Again’ (Video)
Ashton Kutcher wore his heart on his sleeve as he accepted the Robert D. Ray Pillar of Character Award in his hometown of Des Moines, Iowa on Friday night, saying, “Character hides and it comes out when you get smacked in the mouth.” Kutcher was presented with the honor that salutes “individuals who demonstrate good character as a role model.” “I actually think that when you do nice things for people, I come from a world where you don’t really talk about it and you don’t receive praise for it,” he said. “And when it’s done, you go do something…
Monday, April 10, 2017
Conor McGregor Dodges Traffic Ticket in Liverpool (PHOTO GALLERY)
Being Conor McGregor definitely has its perks, especially when you’re being pulled over by cops in the U.K. Conor got stopped by officers in Liverpool Saturday night while cruising in a Rolls Royce with another Rolls with a full crew… Permalink Source: TMZ Feed
Sunday, April 9, 2017
‘La La Land,’ ‘Hidden Figures’ Win Location Managers Guild Awards
The location managers of “La La Land” and “Hidden Figures” were honored on Saturday night at the 4th Annual Location Managers Guild International Awards, which were held at the Steven J. Ross Theater on the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank. “La La Land” won in the Outstanding Locations in a Contemporary Film category, while “Hidden Figures” took the top prize in Outstanding Locations in a Period Film. “The Crown,” “Westworld” and “The Night Manager” won awards in the television categories, with the first two tying for Outstanding Locations in a Period Television Series and “The Night Manager” winning for Outstanding…
Sunday, April 9, 2017
Soulja Boy Cuts Deal in Assault Weapons Case … Can't Touch A Toy Gun
Soulja Boy caught a break in his felony gun case … he won’t do any more jail time but he has to stay clear of firearms, toy guns included. Soulja was facing felony possession of an assault weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm… Permalink Source: TMZ Feed
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Mel B's Makeup Artist Says Belafonte Brutalized Her and He Covered Up Injuries
Mel B’s longtime makeup artist says he’s been in on Mel B’s secret for years … because she’s confided in him that Stephen Belafonte caused many of her injuries he covered up with makeup. We’ve learned the makeup artist has contacted Mel B’s lawyers and… Permalink Source: TMZ Feed
