DMX Misses Court Due to Stroke Scare

Troubled rap star DMX missed an important court date on Tuesday after being rushed to a South Florida hospital due to suffering "stroke-like" symptoms, according to AllHipHop.com.

While DMX’s current condition is unknown, hospital officials did disclose he will not be released for at least the next few days.

Charles Kozelka, DMX’s lawyer, claimed earlier today to not know any specific details about his client’s health.

"I don’t know the cause, but I know that he’s still hospitalized and that they’ve admitted him and won’t be releasing him for a couple more days," Kozelka stated.

DMX, real name Earl Simmons, was scheduled to be in court today to face charges stemming from a missed court date in Arizona. In that case, Simmons is charged with attempting to buy cocaine and marijuana from an undercover officer.

Because of his illness, Kozelka successfully arranged DMX’s day in court to be pushed back to September 29, in hopes that Simmons will have recovered and be in condition to attend.

The abrupt medical trip marks the second time in two months that the conflicted MC has been hospitalized.

In August DMX missed a previous court date, admitting himself to a rehabilitation clinic in hopes of combating his well documented substance abuse problems.

However, the judge issued a bench warrant as the missed date marked Simmons’ second consecutive no-show.

Before his current hospitalization, X was free on $25,000 bond.

Kanye West Stars in Pilot for Comedy Central

Superstar producer/rapper Kanye West is expanding his talent beyond music videos and taking it to the screen, along with fellow rapper Rhymefest. The Hip-Hop duo have teamed with Jackhole Productions and Comedy Central to create a half-hour, urban-based puppet show titled Alligator Boots.

According to New York’s Daily News, television executive Doug Herzog, known for helping bring South Park, The Daily Show, and The Colbert Report to the network, hinted at what West’s latest venture would offer. "We’re working on a pilot with Kanye," he told the Daily News. "It’s going to be a black version of ‘The Muppets.’"

In addition to West and Rhymefest working behind the scenes as executive producers, the two would also reportedly produce and perform music throughout the series, which could be on the air as early as 2009. Future episodes will be hosted by a different celebrity guest.

Jackhole Productions, which is owned by Jimmy Kimmel, Adam Carolla and Daniel Kellison, has a number of hit television shows on the air.

In addition to producing Comedy Central’s hit series Crank Yankers, which featured puppets voiced by celebrities making prank phone calls, Jackhole Productions also produces Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Man Show and The Andy Milonakis Show.

Rihanna Drops By Gucci Show in Milan

Following a short promotional trip to London, Rihanna has made her way to Milan, Italy to keep an eye on the latest fashions during Milan Fashion Week.

At the Gucci Spring/Summer 2009 show on Wednesday (September 24), the “Take A Bow” hitmaker looked oh-so-sexy in a cute black mini dress held up by a black studded leather collar paired with knee-high boots and matching black nail polish.

Not only was Rihanna there to check out the latest trends, as the 20-year-old Barbadian was recently named the newest face of the ritzy label.

She and Gucci designer Frida Giannin are actually in the process of designing a gown for a collection that Rihanna, herself, will be promoting.

Britney Spears Wants $7.9 Million For House

Pop singer Britney Spears will soon be moving out of her California home - as the six-bedroom, six-bathroom Studio City home has hit the market.

With an asking price of $7.9 million, the 7,500 square feet house features an Italian Renaissance-inspired villa with a wet bar, library, den, high ceiling, and stone as well as mosaic tile floors.

Outside of the sprawling estate is a gated pool, spa, arbor and three garages. Another perk, the lucky buyer can obtain the house partially furnished and decorated.

Meanwhile, Spears, 26, is expected to be moving into a house she has had her eye on located an hour drive from Los Angeles in Calabasas, California.

Lindsay Lohan: Hollywood Hills Hottie

She’s been putting all of her energy into a photo shoot this week, and yesterday Lindsay Lohan was spotted on her way home from a hard day’s work.

The “Labor Pains” actress offered up the peace sign to the paparazzi as she made her way to her house, sporting a blue cardigan sweater overtop a black scoopneck minidress teamed with matching black leather cowboy boots.

And according to a recent report, LiLo has finally confirmed her lesbian relationship with celebrity deejay Samantha Ronson.

While giving an interview on DJ Ted Stryker’s KROQ show, she was asked, “Now, you guys, you and Samantha have been going out for how long now? Like two years? One year? Five months? Two months?” She replied, “A long… a very long time.”

Stryker mused, “I hope you guys stay together, you’re a very lovely looking couple,” to which LiLo replied, “Thank you very much.”

Meanwhile, Lindsay’s dad has voiced his displeasure with the pairing, as he told FOX Pop Tarts’ Hollie McKay: “There is a lot more to Samantha then meets the eyes, not that what we see is too pleasing anyway! I mean, what’s with this ... “person”??? Look at the way she “dresses”? Once more, she uses her middle finger more than she uses words! Personally, I think she is dark, hideous and a disgusting representation of humanity.”

Paris Hilton and Benji Madden Take Over Touch

They’ve been lying relatively low these days, but yesterday (September 23) Paris Hilton and Benji Madden were spotted enjoying some Big Apple nightlife following a transcontinental flight.

The “Hottie and the Nottie” babe and her “I Don’t Wanna Be in Love” rocker boyfriend showed up at Touch night club in New York City last night for Benji’s guest DJ gig.


And Miss Hilton looked super hot in a pink zip-up hoodie overtop a black and white striped dress with black stockings and strappy black flats. Meanwhile, Madden rocked a screenprinted hoodie with a black baseball cap, black jeans, and black sneakers.

Earlier in the day, the lovable pair was spotted preparing to fly out of LAX International Airport, with Paris looking a bit thin as she stripped down to go through the security checkpoint.

Rihanna Drops By Radio One Studios

She’s been quite the globe-hopper as of late, and Rihanna is definitely enjoying her latest stop in the city of London, England.

The “Take a Bow” songstress was spotted out and about, leaving the BBC Radio One studios earlier today (September 23) sporting a grey dress underneath a black coat with a black, white, and red scarf, black leggings, and a pair of lace-up heeled ankle boots.

Despite the recent rumors that she’s in trouble financially, Rihanna says that she’s been keeping an extra-close eye on her business affairs, and that things are just fine.

“You can’t get away from the business side. It takes over. The minute you get into the business side, it becomes you. I get business reports all the time because it’s my money. And I stay on top by living it, breathing it, thinking about it every day and every night.”

Shanna Moakler: Sticking By Travis Barker

Shanna Moakler’s emotional trip to visit Travis Barker (who suffered massive burns in a plane crash over the weekend), it sounds like she’s in it for the long haul.

A source close to the situation revealed to press that the drummer’s ex-wife is committed to seeing him make it through a full recovery. “She’s been at his bedside ever since she got there. She loves him and she’s not going to leave him.”

And though the whole ordeal has been, no doubt, extremely taxing on the former Miss USA, the source reassures that she’s being strong for the both of them. “It has all been very intense. [Shanna] is very emotional but also very strong.”

Meanwhile a source close to the family reiterated how fortunate Travis’ situation has turned out to be, given the circumstances. “He is very, very lucky. To come out of this without one broken bone is a miracle.”

Lil' Wayne Heads to Bahamas for Landmark Concert

Chart topper Lil' Wayne is preparing to party like a rockstar over a three-day weekend to celebrate his 26th birthday, with a landmark concert in the Bahamas.

The "Poppin’ Bottles" show will be co-headlined by international reggae legend Buju Banton and will feature a host of Bahamian talent, such as Daddy Whites, Golden Child, and Bobo Ken on September 26, according to AllHipHop.com.

The event is the brainchild of Lisa "Red" Tootle of Red City Entertainment, who promises to showcase a melting pot of the best in Hip-Hop, dancehall, and reggae talent in the U.S. and the Caribbean.

"This concert is quite a fusion. You have one of the leading phenomena of reggae in Buju Banton, who is a legend in his own right, and then you’re taking the number one Hip-Hop artist in the world right now and you’re putting them on the same stage," Tootle told the Nassau Guardian. "I think that in itself puts our concert above all others, and I say that with authority because I’ve been in and out of the Bahamas for the past 8 to 10 years and I’ve been to many, many concerts." The concert is planned to be an all night celebration, with Wayne not taking the stage until well past midnight. "Wayne is expected to be on stage by 1 or 2 a.m. and from what I understand Buju is just so excited about being a part of this show that he is expected to come out with a crazy performance," Tootle explained. "So it will be quite a night."

Wayne’s pre-party will be held September 25 at Club Erupt on Elizabeth Avenue. The "Poppin’ Bottles" concert starts Friday September 26 at 10 p.m., at the Bristol Wines and Spirits Grounds.

A separate "birthday bash" for the New Orleans superstar is set for September 27 at the Marley Resort in Cable Beach.

The Game and Other Hip-Hop Artists Speak On Barker/AM Tragedy

Hip-Hop recording artist The Game issued a statement exclusively to AllHipHop.com on Sunday regarding the tragic Friday night plane crash that critically injured former Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker and DJ AM, born Adam Goldstein.

"I am deeply hurt by this tragedy. Travis Barker has always been there for me when I needed him creatively. We've done many songs together," The Game told AllHipHop.com. "Just recently he appeared in my video, "Dope Boyz," that he featured on. I respect and love him, my prayers are with him and his family in this difficult time for his speedy & complete recovery."

Barker has a long history of working with Hip-Hop artists, and has worked on Hip-Hop related projects himself, acting as drummer for a Hip-Hop inspired punk band, Transplant, whose second release Haunted Cities was screwed and chopped by Paul Wall.

Barker later formed a band called Expensive Taste with Paul Wall and he recently remixed the monster hit "Crank That" by artist Soulja Boy to critical acclaim, as well as another recent smash with Flo Rida's "Low," which was featured on hit video game "Guitar Hero".

Four people died in the crash, which happened as the popular musicians were taking off from the Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Airport in a Learjet 60, just before midnight on Friday, September 19.

They have been identified as pilot Sarah Lemmon, 31, of Anaheim Hills and co-pilot James Bland, 52, of Carlsbad. Barker's assistant Chris Baker, 29, of Studio City, CA, and his security guard Charles Still, 25, of Los Angeles, were also killed in the accident.

"It's so shocking and unexpected," Paul Wall told AllHipHop.com. "Travis and AM are such generous people. They would literally give you the shirt off their back. And Lil' Chris was such a great friend. He was down for life. I feel so bad for his wife and son that are going through such a hard time right now. Family is something very important to Travis and Chris; we all gotta pull together right now."

Barker and fellow crash survivor DJ AM are both currently in "critical but stable" condition in an Augusta, Georgia burn unit.

Both men are expected to recover, but could be remained hospitalized for weeks, according to doctors.

Miley Cyrus: Sticking With Hannah Montana

The Internet was flooded with reports recently that Miley Cyrus was doing her darndest to get thrown off her hit show “Hannah Montana.” And she’s finally come out saying that it’s all false.

The “7 Things” songstress told press, “I am fully committed to Hannah Montana. It’s what gave me this amazing opportunity to reach out to so many people. I couldn’t do it alone. We have an amazing cast that is so supportive, including my dad who has been there for me every step of the way.”

And though there were rumors that she and her father Billy Ray Cyrus were intentionally showing up late to the set, an inside source says she’s actually quite punctual.

“Miley is really devoted to the show and she’s really upset by the gossip. Miley is never late to work. Every minute of her day is planned out. When she’s not shooting the movie or the series, she’s recording the [Hannah Montana] soundtrack. She has a lot invested in Hannah Montana. It’s not going away any time soon.”

Giving her fans hope in the new season, Miley revealed, “I’m really excited about our new season. We are making great new episodes that I can’t wait for our fans to see.”

Jonas Brothers: Rooftop Workday

Embarking on yet another project, Nick, Kevin, and Joe Jonas were spotted hard at work on their upcoming 3D movie yesterday in Los Angeles.

The Jonas Brothers looked to be having a blast as they filmed scenes, including running from screaming fans who chased them to a rooftop where a helicopter was waiting to aid in their escape.

And in the latest round of their “Ask Us Anything” blog project, the “Burnin’ Up” studs answered more fan-submitted questions this weekend.

They iterated that fame hasn’t really changed them, saying, “We are a whole lot more busy. We feel like we are the same people. For us it doesn’t matter how many opportunities come our way ... family is still most important. Staying grounded is also very important.”

As for their comparisons to the Beatles, they replied, “We definitely DO NOT compare ourselves to the Beatles. They are our idols. We look to them as a source of inspiration but we don’t think anyone will have the impact that the Beatles have had on music.”

Kim Kardashian: Nervous About DWTS

She’s been maintaining a rigorous rehearsal schedule for her big debut on “Dancing With the Stars.” And yesterday Kim Kardashian was spotted leaving the set for a good night’s rest.

The “Disaster Movie” babe was showing off her natural assets as she made her way to a waiting white SUV, sporting a white t-shirt along with a pair of blue-grey stretch pants and flip flops.


And Kim gave her fans an update on her DWTS progress yesterday and again today on her official blog.

She wrote, “Friday we did our first camera blocking, so we rehearsed on the stage for the first time in front of all the cameras, all the producers, some of the other dancers and crew. And for the first time, I feel like we didn’t know what we were doing!”

She continued, “I don’t know if it was because we were on stage for the first time, in front of so many people, or what, but I just felt scared. Mark keeps assuring me it’s normal to mess up the first time on stage rehearsal and feel nervous, but I was really surprised! We know the routines by heart! So we’ll continue to work and work and work …
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Earlier this morning she enthused, “UPDATE!! Monday morning is here!! OMG!! Today is the day! I am getting ready to leave—I have to be on set by 7:50am! I am so excited and getting some butterflies in my stomach—so I will have a good breakfast and get to the stage and look forward to seeing Mark! I hope you all watch and love what we’ve worked so hard for! If you like what you see, please vote for us!!!”


Lindsay Lohan and Sam Ronson: Shopping and Lunch

Taking a break from their respective careers to spend time with each other, Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson were spotted enjoying a quiet afternoon together yesterday (September 21).

The “Mean Girls” actress and her celebrity deejay girlfriend were spotted meandering around West Hollywood, stopping into the Fred Segal boutique to comb the racks for some new duds.

After they’d satisfied their need for retail therapy, the ladies moved on to Genghis Cohen restaurant to grab some grub before heading out for more Sunday afternoon fun.

Earlier in the day, Miss Ronson was spotted out and about with her pet pooch, going for a stroll around her neighborhood.

Halle Berry’s Family Day at the Park

Taking full advantage of what was a beautiful last day of summer in Los Angeles, Halle Berry, her mother, and beautiful baby Nahla enjoyed their Sunday in the park.

Doing her best to juggle motherhood with her demanding career, Halle is currently said-to-be working on her new movie “Tulia”.

“Tulia" is based in Tulia, Texas, where “an attorney (Berry) works on behalf of a group of local black men who are wrongly convicted of their involvement in a drug ring.”

Halle also has a role in a film based on the true story of Tierney Cahill called “Class Act”, which is about “a Nevada school teacher enlisting the help of her sixth-grade students in her congressional campaign.”