Transgender Miss Universe Canada Contestant Jenna Talackova Places in Top 12, Wins Miss Congeniality Award
Jenna Talackova didn't take home the Miss Universe Canada crown, but she did win a victory for the transgender community.
The 23-year-old Vancouver resident, who was born a male but underwent a sex change operation four years ago, was the first-ever transgender contestant to compete in the Miss Universe Canada pageant on Saturday. She placed in the top 12, but then failed to make it to the final five.
She was, however, awarded the title of Miss Congeniality, which she shared with three other women. This was voted upon by her fellow contestants.
John Mayer Regrets TMI Comments He Made About Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Aniston
For John Mayer, hindsight is definitely 20/20.
Two years after he seemed to go off the TMI deep end with comments he made about ex-girlfriends Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Aniston, the singer reveals he now regrets his remarks.
First Skyfall Trailer: Watch Daniel Craig on the Hunt as James Bond
Call it a license to tease.
Sony Pictures and MGM have released the first trailer for the latest James Bond adventure, Skyfall, starring Daniel Craig as the martini-sipping Heineken-swilling superspy.
And based on the first look at Bond's 23rd mission, helmed by Sam Mendes, it appears 007 has his work cut out for him as he attempts to hunt down the villain or villains that are looking to take down MI6.
Awkward Alert! Did Whitney Houston's Family and Ray J Clash at Billboard Music Awards?
Well, this is certainly news we didn't expect.
Our hearts were touched when Bobbi Kristina accepted the Millennium Award at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards on behalf of her mother, Whitney Houston, who passed away just three short months ago.
"Thank you so much for showing that much love. Because she deserved it...There will never be another one, ever," Bobbi Kristina said as she honored her mother's musical success.
But behind the scenes of the touching tribute, a whole lot of drama reportedly went down...but what's the real deal?
Spoiler Alert! ABC Accidentally Leaks Bachelorette's Eliminated Contestants
What's one level up from a spoiler alert? Complete episode ruiner? Because that's what ABC just inadvertently gave away.
Yes, the ordinarily secret-keeping network accidentally scooped itself this morning, when it prematurely posted The Bachelorette's week two Diaries of the Departed video on YouTube, a 90-second clip featuring post-elimination confessionals with the three suitors Emily Maynard bids farewell to this week.
The problem? The episode doesn't actually air until tonight. Oops.
In case it doesn't go without saying that there are massive spoilers ahead—uh, there are massive spoilers ahead. So, which would-be fiancés were given the heave-ho?
Listen Now: Whitney Houston's Final Song, Duet With Jordin Sparks, Is Released
Whitney Houston's final song, a duet with Jordin Sparks, did not disappoint.
"Celebrate," the last ever song Houston recorded before her tragic death, was released this morning, offering fans both a first taste of what's to come from Sparkle, Houston's final movie to be released this summer, as well as a last bittersweet listen of the late icon's legendary singing chops.
Did Battleship Bomb Bigger Than John Carter?
Battleship was no John Carter at the weekend box office; John Carter opened bigger.
But if the question is, has the $200 million newcomer established itself as the new flop of year, box-office analysts say no.
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Spoiler Chat Daily: Glee Season Finale Scoop! Plus, Grey's Anatomy, White Collar and More!
Finale season is in full swing, and the roller-coaster plot twists and cliffhangers aren't stopping now. Especially with big finales from both Glee and House happening this week!
So just what's in store for House and Glee fans tonight and tomorrow? Plus, Shonda Rhimes has a couple more things to say about the next season of Grey's Anatomy. All that, plus White Collar, Grimm, True Blood and more in today's serving of Spoiler Chat…
Crowded House Drummer Peter Jones Dead at 45
The music world has suffered another tragic loss.
Peter Jones, the one-time drummer for Australian pop group Crowded House, died Friday, the band confirmed on its website.
According to Australia's Herald Sun, the rocker had been battling brain cancer. He was 45.
Weekend Wrap-Up: Disco Legend Robin Gibb Passes Away, Katy Perry and Justin Bieber Dominate the Billboard Music Awards
The weekend took a somber turn when news broke that Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb passed away at age 62 Sunday morning, but ended on an upbeat note as celebs rocked the 2012 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.
While Kristen Wiig wrapped up a major chapter in her life, Facebook king Mark Zuckerberg was starting a new one of his own, marrying longtime girlfriend Priscilla Chan.
But, in case you missed that, Rihanna's hard partying in London or Kristin Cavallari's baby shower in the Hills, don't fret.
We've got all the details on that and much more, right here.
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• Signing Off: Kristin Wiig officially ended her seven-year run on Saturday Night Live on the show's season finale, with the Bridesmaids star tearing up during an emotional send-off. Meanwhile, Mick Jagger hosted the show for the first time, giving a killer impersonation of Steven Tyler.
• Status Update: Facebook Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg tied the knot with longtime love Priscilla Chan at his Palo Alto, Calif., home Saturday.
• Baby Shower: Kristin Cavallari celebrated her baby shower in the backyard of the Hollywood Hills home of jewelry designer Pascal Mouwad, attended by the likes of her former Hills costars, Heidi Montag and Stephanie Pratt.
• Sinking the Battleship: The Avengers continued to kick butt at the box office this weekend, taking home $55.1 million. Meanwhile, Battleship and The Dictator followed with $25.4 million $17.4 million, respectively.
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• Woman Down!: Chyna was rushed to the hospital Saturday after the WWE star fainted for the third time in 24 hours.
• Community Support: Following Community creator Dan Harmon's Tumblr rant after he was ousted from the show, the NBC comedy's cast hit Twitter to show their love and support for him.
• Revealed Identity: New York Daily News reporters revealed the identity of the second masseur who sued John Travolta for sexual battery on May 8th—a 250-pound man with a certified black belt.
• Missing Actor Resurfaces: Terminator star Nick Stahl who has been missing for more than a week, contacted friends via e-mail Friday, telling them he was OK and planned to seek treatment at a rehab facility. A day later, Stahl made good on his word and checked in.




