| For Sale: Kelly Clarkson, Taylor Hicks
Dreams really do come true. If you can meet their price, you can party with your favorite "American Idol." According to the New York Post, the going rate for the reality show's castoffs, finalists and winners ranges from pocket change to big bucks. It all depends on whether you want them to sing their little hearts out or just show up and pretend they care. So who makes the most? Ruben Studdard gets anywhere from $30K-$75K for three songs; Taylor Hicks sells his soul for $150K; and Kelly Clarkson is worth $300K. Meanwhile, a lowly castoff like Kimberly Caldwell -- wait, who? -- only charges $2,000. Thanks for Nothing, Ed Norton There'll be no swanky swag at the Oscars or Golden Globes, courtesy of altruistic Edward Norton. The awards have scrapped giving out gift bags -- which are usually worth up to $100K -- because the actor complained so much, and the IRS got wind of the extent of the freebies.
From Bugsy to Braxton: Flamingo Las Vegas Celebrates 60 Years
It has come a long way since December 26, 1946, when Mafia enforcer Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel opened his "real class joint." At a cost of $6 million and billed then as the world's most luxurious hotel, people believed Bugsy was crazy for building a hotel "in the middle of nowhere," seven-miles out of downtown Las Vegas on then Highway 91, which was to eventually become the famed Las Vegas Strip. But -- tongue in cheek here because of the twist of words -- he silenced his critics, creating a one-of-a-kind never seen before resort in the southern Nevada desert. Today, Harrah's/Flamingo President Don Marrandino rules over the pink kingdom where he's added singer Toni Braxton and comedian George Wallace to the Flamingo lineup He told me: "I think 60 years ago the magic of Vegas started here. They came here with a dream and built the first luxury place.
Avril Lavigne Announces a “Bratty“ New Record
After a two-year break from recording, which included a marriage to Sum 41 singer, Deryck Whibley, and several forays into acting, rocker Avril Lavigne told fans to expect a "fast, fun, young" new album due next year.
"I promise you guys will LOVE this record, it is my favorite one!!! And I can't wait!!!!!" Lavigne wrote on her MySpace page.
Lavigne said the first single from The Next Dam (sic) Thing will be "Girlfriend," which will be released in February. Whibley is producing the album, featuring collaborations with songwriter Dr. Luke and producer Rob Cavallo.
"Because I am a touring artist and spend so much of my time playing live shows, I wanted to make sure the songs were fun," Lavigne said. "Fun for the fans and myself."
Lavigne appeared in this year's Fast Food Nation, starring Wilmer Valderrama, and lent her voice to the CGI animal flick, Over the Hedge.
Toni Braxton, Daughtry To Perform on FOX's New Year's Eve Special
Cat Deeley, host of "So You Think You Can Dance," returns to FOX as host of the New Year's Eve Special airing live from New York City's Times Square, the center of the country's largest New Year's countdown celebration, Sunday, Dec. 31 on FOX. Toni Braxton and the rock band Daughtry will perform live. Six-time Grammy Award-winning artist Toni Braxton will perform from the Times Square stage. Currently, Braxton is appearing at The Flamingo in Las Vegas. Additionally, American Idol alumnus Chris Daughtry will perform his new hit single "It's Not Over" from his new already platinum CD, live from the Times Square stage with his band Daughtry. In addition to musical performances, the special will feature live remotes from three cities hosting the Bowl Championship Series: Glendale, AZ, Miami, FL, and New Orleans, LA.
Jessica Simpson Drops Out
Los Angeles (eCanadaNow) -Jessica Simpson recently recorded a tribute to Dolly Parton and has asked for her performance to be scrapped from the t.v. broadcast. While singing the Parton classic "9 to 5″, Simpson fudged the lyrics and asked if she could perform the song again. But apparently, neither take was up to Simpson's standards, so her appearance has been pulled from the show. A rep for Simpson says – quote "she wanted it to be perfect for Dolly, who she idolizes."
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