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Happy Thursday Kiddies and away I go.

Eddie Murphy and Shia LaBeouf have been lined up to star in the next Batman movie, according to reports. The Beverly Hills Cop actor will star as The Riddler and LaBeouf will play the caped crusader’s sidekick Robin in the next installment, tentatively titled Gotham. Actress Rachel Weisz is reportedly in the frame to play Catwoman. Christian Bale will return as Bruce Wayne and Michael Caine will again play his assistant Alfred, according to British newspaper The Sun. The movie, which is slated for a 2010 release, will be directed by Christopher Nolan, who made The Dark Knight such a huge success when it was released this year. I am sorry, but there is only one true Riddler, and that is Jim Carrey. Easy Enough.

A tissue used by cold-suffering U.S. film star Scarlett Johansson is being sold on eBay to raise money for charity, NBC announced. Johansson blew her nose in the tissue while promoting her new movie The Spirit on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno Wednesday.  Johansson explained she caught the cold from Samuel L. Jackson, her co-star in the film, and joked that the mild illness had special value since it was the convergence of two big stars. The tissue was placed on eBay and all proceeds of the sale will benefit the charity of Johansson’s choice, USA Harvest, NBC said. As of 3:30 p.m. ET Thursday, 64 people had placed bids on the used tissue and the price was up to $2,151. The auction is to end Monday. All I know is that I already own the Kelly Clarkson water bottle, isn’t that just as good?

Taylor Swift is bedridden and in agony after undergoing surgery to remove her wisdom teeth. The 19-year-old was put to sleep for the operation, but has suffered such pain since that she has been unable to get back on her feet. Writing on her Myspace blog, she tells fans, “So I’m laying in bed, half asleep… I’m feeling it (pain). It’s forcing me to sit still for a few days, which I probably needed.” Swift has thanked fans for helping her to stay positive as she recovers from the surgery, adding: “I got my wisdom teeth taken out, went into a never-ending sleep… You gave me something really wonderful to wake up to.” I believe that kissing Italian 33 year olds might help.

Jennifer Lopez and Mark Anthony stepped out in Los Angeles on Tuesday night, to pour scorn on reports their marriage is on the rocks. Just hours before a tabloid magazine landed on news stands showing snaps of the couple without their wedding rings, amid reports they are heading for a split, the husband and wife of four years held hands as they dined out together in Beverly Hills. And eyewitnesses insist they were close and clearly in love, telling E! News, “They snuggled together in a booth, feeding each other Wagyu Kobe meatballs and sharing the tamarind-glazed ribs. “They snuck in smooches throughout the night.” Yeah, I give them 2 more months and then they are dunzo.

Jeremy Piven suffered “shocking levels” of mercury in his system from eating too much sushi and Chinese herbs forcing him to leave the Broadway play Speed-the-Plow, his doctor tells People Magazine. “I pulled Jeremy from the show,” says Dr. Carlon Colker. “I’m an unpopular character right now.” Responding to skepticism over the decision to leave the play – playwright David Mamet joked that Piven was leaving show business to “pursue a career as a thermometer” – the doctor says the decision was purely medical, and one that Piven, 43, initially resisted. Hey I never knew that male DNA contained high levels of mercury…Who Knew?

Jodie Sweetin recently underwent an emergency investigation by an Orange County, Calif., family court for allegations of substance abuse raised by her estranged husband, PEOPLE confirms. After a hearing, a judge made a temporary ruling Wednesday that Sweetin’s custody over 8-month-old daughter Zoie must only be in Sweetin’s parents’ home (where she currently lives) or in her parents’ presence. The court also ruled the estranged couple share custody 50-50 for now. Ha, I now have a new favorite celeb. I am totally over that skeezer Miley Cyrus.

And finally, my mandatory Britney story. Former Beatle Paul McCartney and pop star Britney Spears are at the top of Simon Cowell’s celebrity wish list as possible mentors on the upcoming season of “American Idol.” But the chances of getting McCartney to appear on the most-watched American television show seem slim. “We try every year to get Paul McCartney on but for whatever reason he won’t come on,” the British judge told reporters on a conference call on Wednesday. Cowell said he would welcome the chance to see Spears on the show, which returns for its 8th season on January 13. The singer is on a comeback roll with a No.1 album and upcoming tour after almost two years of personal woes. Yeah, color me there for the entire season, you know me. Idol rules my life for 4 months.

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Happy Monday Kiddies and away I go.

Where to begin, where to begin. Her publicist says Tara Reid has checked herself into rehab. Jack Ketsoyan said Friday that the “American Pie” star went to the Promises Treatment Center. He did not specify what she was being treated for or when she entered the facility. “We appreciate your respect to her and her family’s privacy at this time,” he said in a statement. Reid, 33, earned a reputation as a drunken partier after famously being photographed on a red carpet with her breast exposed, apparently unaware that the strap of her dress had fallen off. Hahahahaha. Why cant you represent New Jersey with Pride and Dignity? Like the Jonas Brothers?

Madonna has paid her ex-husband British director Guy Ritchie up to $92 million to settle their divorce after eight years of marriage, her spokeswoman said on Monday. Liz Rosenberg said the singer, 50, had given Ritchie, 40, between $76 million and $92 million as part of their divorce, which was granted by a British court on November 21. She said that sum includes the couple’s English country estate, Ashcombe, which is valued at about $30 million. The couple’s combined wealth has been estimated at about $525 million, but Madonna accounts for most of it. Rosenberg said custody arrangements for the couple’s children have not been finalized. Madonna and Ritchie have an 8-year-old son, Rocco, and 3-year-old son David, adopted from Malawi. The singer also has a daughter Lourdes, born in 1996, from her relationship with fitness trainer Carlos Leon. Wow, way to make out like a male gold-digger.

Taylor Swift celebrated her 19th birthday in a very un-Hollywood way, reports People.com. The country star, along with her family, friends and band, enjoyed a buffet dinner in her Hendersonville, Tenn., home Saturday. On the menu? sushi, mini beef Wellingtons and bacon-wrapped scallops and two ice cream cakes followed by S’mores (the singer’s favorite!). The night’s entertainment also included a homemade video she made for her friends and a ping-pong tournament! Wow, now finally a teen pop-star with class.

The CW network just loves 90s television shows. Not only is it home to the new 90210 but it is reportedly going to be home to another popular 90s show: Melrose Place, which originally starred Heather Locklear, Rob Estes and Marcia Cross. Melrose Place is reportedly getting a makeover. “Melrose Place will shoot a pilot during the regular pilot season,” a source familiar with the project tells People.com. Well that just what I need. Another thing to fill out my Tivo box.

Amy Poehler officially left Saturday Night Live over the weekend. “This is my last show,” Poehler announced from her “Weekend Update” anchor desk. “Being able to do over 140 shows with my friends and my family has been a dream come true. “I love you,” she told the audience, “and I will miss all of you very much.” It is just not going to be the same with out her on the show.

With the new season of American Idol quickly approaching (season begins Jan. 13) rumors are flying about the changes that viewers can expect. In a memo obtained by an Idol fan site, only three weeks (not four) will be devoted to the early audition rounds featuring the worst, most entertaining and frightening wanna-be contestants. Then a full two weeks will be focused on the Hollywood rounds where 36 contestants (not 24) will proceed on. Also, the “wild card” round returns where rejected singers have the chance to earn a spot in the Top 12. “Idol Gives Back” will be canceled. Mjsbigblog.com reported that due to the recession, Idol producers felt it was inappropriate to ask people for donations. The charitable campaign raised over $130 million in seasons 6 and 7. Oh man, you know my theory. If it ain’t broken, don’t fix it. Please don’t mess with a good thing.

Former “Danity Kane” diva Aubrey O’Day wasn’t skilled enough for Diddy, but it seems she has become pretty skilled at sneaking her friends inside hot Hollywood parties. Miss O’Day attended the Zen Green Tea Liqueur launch in Hollywood on Wednesday night where she drank and danced the night away before suddenly pulling out a puppy from her purse. But little Ginger wasn’t the only date Aubrey brought to the bash, she was also accompanied by what we’re told is her girlfriend. Yes, girlfriend. “That’s right,” a pal told Tarts. “Aubrey is out and proud.” According to other another partygoer, O’Day was heard happily telling pals about her new girl-on-girl romance. Earlier this week the “Hairspray” starlet showed up to SKY Group’s launch of the BlackBerry Pearl Flip at Highbar and later at NASCAR’s party at Marquee with a woman she introduced as her girlfriend. Back in August O’Day was also pap-snapped locking lips with New York socialite/heiress, Lydia Hearst. Ha, anything to stay in the public eye.

And finally, It’s another boy for Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber. A representative for Watts tells People magazine the couple welcomed their second son on Saturday. The Australian actress and her actor boyfriend are also parents to Alexander Pete Schreiber, born in July 2007. They have been dating three years and co-starred in the 2006 drama “The Painted Veil.” What no name released yet? How Rude?

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Some not-so-fun news to report today. Alex Young, the husband of Private Practice actress Kate Walsh, has filed for divorce, Entertainment Tonight reports. The couple married in September 2007 after dating a few months. Young cited irreconcilable differences and filed on November 22. Wow, see that’s what happens when you marry someone outside of the industry.

A rep for Macaulay Culkin confirmed that his sister Dakota was killed in Los Angeles on Tuesday. “We can officially confirm that the victim is Dakota Culkin,” the actor’s rep tells Usmagazine.com. “This is a terrible tragic accident. We have no further comment at this time.” Twenty-nine-year-old Dakota was struck by a car in Los Angeles. She was taken to UCLA Medical Center where she died from massive head trauma. No arrests have been made. Wow, as long as she was not left home alone when it happened. What? Too Soon?

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are reportedly struggling to entice celebrity magazines to buy snaps of their newborn baby Bronx Mowgli. The couple welcomed their firstborn in November and the proud parents are said to be keen to show their tot on the front pages of a popular mag. But the pair has reportedly failed to secure a deal according to Page Six. A source tells the newspaper, “Pete and Ashlee have approached every single celebrity magazine with offers to sell their first photos, but nobody wants them. Covers of them tend not to sell well. Well I think I can dig 35 cents underneath the seat cushions of my couch.

Avril Lavigne has reportedly fired her management company in a bid to revive her flagging career. The Canadian singer’s last album, 2007’s The Best Damn Thing, sold more than 5.4 million copies worldwide, failing to live up to the eight million sales of her previous LP, 2004’s Under My Skin . Her recent tour to promote The Best Damn Thing was also hit by rumors of low ticket sales. And now Lavigne is said to have dismissed her longtime manager, Terry McBride of Nettwerk, in a reported bid to change the direction of her career. A source tells Perez Hilton, “Avril is hoping that new management can help her new album be more successful than the last.” Ha, now that is funny.

Stevie Wonder is in talks to dance with the stars! The Sir Duke hit maker has been approached to become the first blind celebrity to take part in hit TV show Dancing With The Stars – and he’s seriously considering the idea. Speaking to an LA radio show, Wonder said, “It’s not impossible but right now it’s just a thought… I think it would be fun.” And he insisted he’s got some great moves: “I have seven children, I’ve got to be able to dance, right.” Damn Heather Mills McCartney and her stubby leg. Now they are totally seeking out people to exploit their disability.

Mariah Carrey pregnancy rumors refuse to go away – she has reportedly scrapped plans for a forthcoming tour to prepare for her first child. The singer has been dogged by speculation she is expecting since marrying Nick Cannon earlier this year but frequently refuses to confirm the reports. And the rumors were fueled after insiders told the New York Daily News that the star had pulled all plans for an upcoming string of concerts because she is pregnant. A source tells the publication, “Costume designers and dancers were all called Wednesday and told the tour is off. “Most were hysterically crying because they were relying on her for a paycheck this holiday season.” Good for her, she seems like the maternal type. The psycho soccer mom type.

Jersey Rockers Bon Jovi, beat out Bruce Springsteen and Madonna to secure the highest grossing tour of 2008. “The Livin’ On A Prayer” band’s Lost Highway international trek brought in $210.6 million , just ahead of Springsteen’s Magic Tour, which grossed $204.5 million worldwide, according to Billboard. Pop superstar Madonna and her Sticky + Sweet dates came third in the countdown, garnering $162 million, despite the Material Girl star still performing concerts across the globe. Despite canceling a string of gigs due to ill health, Celine Dion makes the top ten, as do comeback tours from rockers The Police and the Spice Girls. Way to represent boys. Got Mad Jersey love.

And finally, for my obligatory Britney story.   Britney Spears’s son sure knows how to outdo his mom! The singer wishes her fans a Merry Christmas on her Web site but during the wishes, her 2-year-old Jayden James accidentally burps. “I want to wish everybody out there a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,” she says. “And I want to thank all of my fans for making my album, Circus, No. 1. “Thank you,” she repeats, “as my son burps!”

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