Thursday, September 23, 2010
Stacie Visits Capitol Hill
Article from Politico.
By KIKI RYAN
The outspoken Obama supporter was joined by conservatives Sen. Chuck Grassley and Rep. Michele Bachmann at the event, which was hosted by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute and Fostering Media Connections.
“I guess what I love about the issue is that it’s totally non-partisan,” she said. “On both the Republican and Democrat side we can agree: We all have kids, we all love kids and we believe that kids are the future.”
Turner is the second “housewife” to appear on Capitol Hill. That is, if you count when Michaele Salahi testified before Congress about her alleged White House crashing.
By KIKI RYAN
D.C. “Housewife” Stacie Turner made her first appearance on the Hill Thursday, joining members of Congress at a press conference to discuss the importance of strengthening foster care programs. Turner—who was raised by adoptive parents--explained her reason for doing the show is that she “saw it as a platform for bringing attention to my charity.” That charity, An Extra-Ordinary Life, supports girls in the foster care system.
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But is that enough motivation to make her do a second season? She’s not sure--there hasn’t been any talk to giving the Washington women another run.
“They haven’t talked to us about a second season,” Turner said. “I’m not sure whether I would or wouldn’t, but based on my experience, so far it has been positive [for my charity].”
“I guess what I love about the issue is that it’s totally non-partisan,” she said. “On both the Republican and Democrat side we can agree: We all have kids, we all love kids and we believe that kids are the future.”
Turner is the second “housewife” to appear on Capitol Hill. That is, if you count when Michaele Salahi testified before Congress about her alleged White House crashing.
Bethenny Shopping And Filming In NYC
Pictures of Bethenny and Jason in NYC today.
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Ramona Is A Guest Writer For GLAM
Ramona's article from Glam.
Guest Article: Ramona Singer on Life, Jewels, and the Housewives
By LAUREN BARTH
I would have never thought as a little girl I would be so fortunate to have found the success I have. My career started when I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a BS in fashion merchandising and management. Upon my graduation I entered into the Macy’s executive training program and soon after became a buyer. In the early years I worked for big fashion houses like Calvin Klein and French Connection. I then went out on my own and started my very own RMS Fashions, a resale clothing company that I created from nothing and with a lot of hard work brought it to the top. During my 20 years in the clothing resale business I learned what it was like to be a woman in the business world. With dedication, courage and perseverance I shattered the ‘glass ceiling’ and was able to create an accomplished and successful company.
In 2007 I was approached by a production to be a part of a reality show called Manhattan Moms. It sounded like a great idea, as I would use this platform to show women how you can be a wife, mom and business woman – basically having it all. In addition I had been designing some pieces for my husband’s fourth generation jewelry company, True Faith Jewelry, and I wanted to begin sharing these pieces with the world. The show aired on Bravo under its new name Real Housewives of New York City. Needless to say it was a hit! Suddenly I needed to be wearing so many different entrepreneurial hats. In the past three years I have been fortunate enough to really exercise my potential when it comes to business. I have made a brand from my name by designing an entire collection for True Faith Jewelry, amazing art deco and estate inspired collections of jewelry for HSN and Tru Renewal, my skincare line. In addition I make everyday public appearances such as interviews and magazine photo shoots and I have many other projects that are in the works.
At the end of the day when I finally get to go home after a busy day of work I relax with my family, pour a glass of Pinot Grigio and smile because the thing I am most grateful for is my husband, Mario, and beautiful daughter, Avery. All the success is nothing if you have no one to share it with.
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By LAUREN BARTH
I would have never thought as a little girl I would be so fortunate to have found the success I have. My career started when I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a BS in fashion merchandising and management. Upon my graduation I entered into the Macy’s executive training program and soon after became a buyer. In the early years I worked for big fashion houses like Calvin Klein and French Connection. I then went out on my own and started my very own RMS Fashions, a resale clothing company that I created from nothing and with a lot of hard work brought it to the top. During my 20 years in the clothing resale business I learned what it was like to be a woman in the business world. With dedication, courage and perseverance I shattered the ‘glass ceiling’ and was able to create an accomplished and successful company.
In 2007 I was approached by a production to be a part of a reality show called Manhattan Moms. It sounded like a great idea, as I would use this platform to show women how you can be a wife, mom and business woman – basically having it all. In addition I had been designing some pieces for my husband’s fourth generation jewelry company, True Faith Jewelry, and I wanted to begin sharing these pieces with the world. The show aired on Bravo under its new name Real Housewives of New York City. Needless to say it was a hit! Suddenly I needed to be wearing so many different entrepreneurial hats. In the past three years I have been fortunate enough to really exercise my potential when it comes to business. I have made a brand from my name by designing an entire collection for True Faith Jewelry, amazing art deco and estate inspired collections of jewelry for HSN and Tru Renewal, my skincare line. In addition I make everyday public appearances such as interviews and magazine photo shoots and I have many other projects that are in the works.
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Currently I am working tirelessly on my newest collection for HSN which will debut on Monday, September 20th between 3-5am EST and 3-5pm EST. I’m so excited to be back on the show to share the new line. Planning, creating and styling this all- new line has been an honor and frankly a lot of fun for me. We have experimented with all new materials and mediums and I am certain there is a piece for everyone! Some of my favorite pieces include gold vermeil with honey and amber citrines used to enhance the gold tone and beautiful green shades designed after my visits to Asian museums. In addition, I am introducing a fresh version of my signature cuff with a wider band, made with special black ebony with lapis lazuli, tanzanite and diamonds with a ring to match. This collection is designed for today’s fashions but with a timeless look that will never go out of style so it can be passed on through generations.
At the end of the day when I finally get to go home after a busy day of work I relax with my family, pour a glass of Pinot Grigio and smile because the thing I am most grateful for is my husband, Mario, and beautiful daughter, Avery. All the success is nothing if you have no one to share it with.
HeroBuilders Will Be Selling A Michaele Doll
Post from Radar Online.
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Fame seeker and Real Housewives of D.C. star Michaele Salahi has forever been immortalized in plastic in the form of an action figure dressed in her White House ‘gatecrashing’ attire.
As RadarOnline.com was first to report, Michaele had been planning to cash in on her notoriety by turning herself into a Barbie doll and now we have all the photos of her newly released action figure.
The doll bears Michaele’s infamous red sari dress and blonde hair, but appears disproportionate with a head that is oddly small for the body.
Michaele had originally wanted to sell the rights of the doll to Mattel in hopes of becoming the next Malibu Stacy, a source told RadarOnline.com, but the doll has instead been produced by a company called HeroBuilders.
Will "Google Me" Be A #1 Hit?
Post from Radar Online
Zolciak -- who’s last single Tardy For The Party became a surprise dance hit -- believes that her new single will do even better.
A source close to Zolciak told RadarOnline.com: “Kim actually thinks that she has a great voice despite the fact that vocal coach Jan ‘Mama’ Smith, who works with Justin Bieber, told her she couldn’t sing.
“But the success of Tardy For The Party gave her a lot of confidence and she really believes she can have a career in music.
“She already has a huge gay and trans-gender following plus a built-in audience from her reality show, so, the chances are despite what the critics might say Google Me could very well be a hit.”
The new Real Housewives Of Atlanta series starts in two weeks, and Zolciak is already planning some other projects to cash-in on the show which will run for around four months this season.
She has started to write a tell-all book about her life and the show, and she also plans to release her own line of wigs too.
The source added: “Kim’s relationship with ‘Big Poppa’ (Lee Najaar) is definitely off because he will never leave his wife for her.
“She is still dating Atlanta Falcons football player Kroy Bierman and the rumor is that they could soon be getting engaged.
“Kim is looking forward to penning her autobiography and wants it to be a really juicy read for all her fans.
“With the reality show about to return and the release of her new single Kim is in a positive frame of mind right now because she has a lot of things to look forward too.”
Fellow reality TV stars Danielle Staub (Real Housewives Of New Jersey) and Countess LuAnn de Lesseps (Real Housewives of New York) have also released singles in the past.
Watch-out Rihanna and Lady Gaga - Real Housewives of Atlanta diva Kim Zolciak is confident her new song Google Me is going to be a smash-hit, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
Zolciak -- who’s last single Tardy For The Party became a surprise dance hit -- believes that her new single will do even better.Google Me will be officially released on October 5, although a one-minute preview has already hit the web; the song features questionable lyrics like ‘Research me, you’ll find me, click them keys and google me!’
A source close to Zolciak told RadarOnline.com: “Kim actually thinks that she has a great voice despite the fact that vocal coach Jan ‘Mama’ Smith, who works with Justin Bieber, told her she couldn’t sing.
“But the success of Tardy For The Party gave her a lot of confidence and she really believes she can have a career in music.
“She already has a huge gay and trans-gender following plus a built-in audience from her reality show, so, the chances are despite what the critics might say Google Me could very well be a hit.”
The new Real Housewives Of Atlanta series starts in two weeks, and Zolciak is already planning some other projects to cash-in on the show which will run for around four months this season.
She has started to write a tell-all book about her life and the show, and she also plans to release her own line of wigs too.
The source added: “Kim’s relationship with ‘Big Poppa’ (Lee Najaar) is definitely off because he will never leave his wife for her.
“She is still dating Atlanta Falcons football player Kroy Bierman and the rumor is that they could soon be getting engaged.
“Kim is looking forward to penning her autobiography and wants it to be a really juicy read for all her fans.
“With the reality show about to return and the release of her new single Kim is in a positive frame of mind right now because she has a lot of things to look forward too.”
Fellow reality TV stars Danielle Staub (Real Housewives Of New Jersey) and Countess LuAnn de Lesseps (Real Housewives of New York) have also released singles in the past.
Tamra In The Courtroom With Simon's Lawyer And Bravo Cameras
Article from Radar Online.
The personal life of Real Housewife of Orange County star Tamra Barney is going from the small screen to the courtroom Thursday morning where she and her attorneys are trying to file a temporary restraining order, or TRO, against her estranged husband Simon.
“She’s attempting to file the TRO and waiting for the judge to sign off on it,” sources inside the courthouse told RadarOnline.com.
Tamra arrived at the Orange County Superior Court Thursday wearing a black pantsuit and in good spirits alongside her two attorneys and a Bravo TV crew.
Simon is not there, but he is instead being represented by his attorney.
All parties involved are currently behind closed doors.
This latest legal action for the estranged couple comes after Simon was arrested early Tuesday morning on a domestic violence charge after he allegedly threw a retractable dog leash at Tamra which apparently hit her when she arrived to their Ladera Ranch, CA home where Simon was taking care of the couple’s dog.
The personal life of Real Housewife of Orange County star Tamra Barney is going from the small screen to the courtroom Thursday morning where she and her attorneys are trying to file a temporary restraining order, or TRO, against her estranged husband Simon.
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Tamra arrived at the Orange County Superior Court Thursday wearing a black pantsuit and in good spirits alongside her two attorneys and a Bravo TV crew.
Simon is not there, but he is instead being represented by his attorney.
All parties involved are currently behind closed doors.
This latest legal action for the estranged couple comes after Simon was arrested early Tuesday morning on a domestic violence charge after he allegedly threw a retractable dog leash at Tamra which apparently hit her when she arrived to their Ladera Ranch, CA home where Simon was taking care of the couple’s dog.
Danielle Was Marked For Death
Article from Radar Online.
The man who knew Danielle Staub as a hooker in Miami - before she was famous - has claimed a drug cartel wanted the Real Housewives of New Jersey star dead after a botched drug deal.
She was introduced to the organized network of drug suppliers and smuggled by Aguilar, who was an "enforcer" of the clan.
He said Staub would often do drugs at his safe house - a haven of "drugs, weapons, cash" - including marijuana cigarettes that she'd "sprinkle" with cocaine.
Aguilar saw her do "more than 50 or 100 times," he told authorities.
"We became intimate friends... she would do her drugs... and sometimes I'd wonder was she hanging out for the drugs, which most girls back then did," he stated, in the documents.
In his deposition, Aguilar recalled how Staub soon went from dabbling in drugs to wanting to sell them, which led to her becoming a marked target for his cartel.
He said, "She started talking about, you know, 'I need to get money. I need money to do things.
"So she came to me and she says, 'I have this guy and he wants to buy big weight... four kilos of cocaine."
But the deal went bad when the $100,000 worth of cocaine was stolen during the transaction, leaving an infuriated Staub to claim she had been "ripped off".
Aguilar recounted, "Even my men were saying, 'We should just kill her. Get her out of the way. She's nothing but a prostitute and a b**ch.'"
Aguilar said he saved her from likely death after pleading with drug kingpins to 'find out what happened here'.
"I cared about this woman at the time and I believed her at this point," he said.
"I didn't want her life to end... I still thought that it was going to work out."
Ultimately, the FBI arrested Aguilar and he was spent nine years in prison after being convicted of extortion and intent to distribute cocaine.
Staub, however, cooperated with prosecutors and was spared jail in exchange for five years probation and mandatory cocaine testing.
"I was told by my people that she was dead," Aguilar said, in the deposition, "My people are my cartels."
When asked how he interpreted that, he said: "Her life was about to end."
"(I'm told) she's flipping (and) turned federal witness... that's when my people wanted her dead; they had called me weak for letting her live... (and) they told me, we should have had her dead to begin with."
According to Aguilar, he footed $100,000 in order to save Staub's life - a fee he now wants her to payback.
"What I did was to protect her, protect me," he said.
As RadarOnline.com revealed, Staub and her ex-husband were involved in failed settlement talks Wednesday.
Maher is suing Staub for $5 million over her accusations that he raped her on broken glass and hanged her dog.
The matter is now headed to a February trial where Aguilar, a witness for Maher, is almost certain to be questioned about the reality television star's sordid past, again.
He said: "Ain't nobody that stupid enough to make themselves publicly known after doing what they did."
The man who knew Danielle Staub as a hooker in Miami - before she was famous - has claimed a drug cartel wanted the Real Housewives of New Jersey star dead after a botched drug deal.
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Daniel Aguilar was questioned under oath in a marathon deposition in Diamond Bar, California last month, in association with a slander suit against the star filed by her ex-husband Kevin Maher.
In explosive testimony, obtained exclusively by RadarOnline.com, Aguilar recounted how in the 1980s the mother-of-two -- then a prostitute, known as Angela Minelli -- became involved with the notorious Medellin Cartel, which was run by criminal leader Pablo Escobar.
She was introduced to the organized network of drug suppliers and smuggled by Aguilar, who was an "enforcer" of the clan.
He said Staub would often do drugs at his safe house - a haven of "drugs, weapons, cash" - including marijuana cigarettes that she'd "sprinkle" with cocaine.
Aguilar saw her do "more than 50 or 100 times," he told authorities.
"We became intimate friends... she would do her drugs... and sometimes I'd wonder was she hanging out for the drugs, which most girls back then did," he stated, in the documents.
In his deposition, Aguilar recalled how Staub soon went from dabbling in drugs to wanting to sell them, which led to her becoming a marked target for his cartel.
He said, "She started talking about, you know, 'I need to get money. I need money to do things.
"So she came to me and she says, 'I have this guy and he wants to buy big weight... four kilos of cocaine."
But the deal went bad when the $100,000 worth of cocaine was stolen during the transaction, leaving an infuriated Staub to claim she had been "ripped off".
Aguilar recounted, "Even my men were saying, 'We should just kill her. Get her out of the way. She's nothing but a prostitute and a b**ch.'"
Aguilar said he saved her from likely death after pleading with drug kingpins to 'find out what happened here'.
"I cared about this woman at the time and I believed her at this point," he said.
"I didn't want her life to end... I still thought that it was going to work out."
Ultimately, the FBI arrested Aguilar and he was spent nine years in prison after being convicted of extortion and intent to distribute cocaine.
Staub, however, cooperated with prosecutors and was spared jail in exchange for five years probation and mandatory cocaine testing.
"I was told by my people that she was dead," Aguilar said, in the deposition, "My people are my cartels."
When asked how he interpreted that, he said: "Her life was about to end."
"(I'm told) she's flipping (and) turned federal witness... that's when my people wanted her dead; they had called me weak for letting her live... (and) they told me, we should have had her dead to begin with."
According to Aguilar, he footed $100,000 in order to save Staub's life - a fee he now wants her to payback.
"What I did was to protect her, protect me," he said.
As RadarOnline.com revealed, Staub and her ex-husband were involved in failed settlement talks Wednesday.
Maher is suing Staub for $5 million over her accusations that he raped her on broken glass and hanged her dog.
The matter is now headed to a February trial where Aguilar, a witness for Maher, is almost certain to be questioned about the reality television star's sordid past, again.
He said: "Ain't nobody that stupid enough to make themselves publicly known after doing what they did."
Bravo Shut Down The Table Flipping Contest At The Funkey Monkey
Post from TMZ.
A "Real Housewives of New Jersey"-inspired table-flipping contest -- hosted by table-flipping queen Teresa Giudice -- just got tossed ... after Bravo put the kibosh on the event.
The owner of The Funkey Monkey in Delaware tells TMZ ... just as they green lit the table-flipping contest for Teresa's appearance Saturday, Bravo caught wind of it and shut it down.
A rep for Bravo tells us the network has a hands-off policy regarding personal appearances -- but according to inside sources Teresa was told the contest might be a dumb PR move ... so she'd be better off not flaunting her famous Season 1 move (see video).
The club's owner tells us they've reached a compromise -- a look-alike contest. Nevertheless, he concedes, "I can't help it if the [look-alikes] get on the stage and flip tables."
A "Real Housewives of New Jersey"-inspired table-flipping contest -- hosted by table-flipping queen Teresa Giudice -- just got tossed ... after Bravo put the kibosh on the event.
A rep for Bravo tells us the network has a hands-off policy regarding personal appearances -- but according to inside sources Teresa was told the contest might be a dumb PR move ... so she'd be better off not flaunting her famous Season 1 move (see video).
The club's owner tells us they've reached a compromise -- a look-alike contest. Nevertheless, he concedes, "I can't help it if the [look-alikes] get on the stage and flip tables."
Jason And Bethenny In Tribeca
Bethenny and Jason take Bryn for an early dinner in Tribeca, NY.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Chris And The Jersey Shore Girl
Article from Radar Online.
Foul-mouthed Deena Cortese has met her match in Caroline Manzo's son, Chris, who were caught in the act at a New Jersey nightclub, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Deena - who was originally denied entrance to the VIP section - has been labeled the new wild child of the Jersey Shore and is set to make her debut on the third season, which has just wrapped.
In a strange reality television twist, a member of the Real Housewives of New Jersey clan has got cozy with one of the stars of the Jersey Shore.
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The unlikely duo ran into each other in the VIP section of hotspot, 118 Lounge, this past Saturday, where they got down and dirty on the dance floor.
“Deena was basically humping Chris in front of everyone,” said one onlooker.
Chris is a hit on the show, where he is portrayed as the 'cute class clown', although his penchant for naughty girls was an important storyline on the show, after he attempted to open his own bikini strip club/car wash.
Deena - who was originally denied entrance to the VIP section - has been labeled the new wild child of the Jersey Shore and is set to make her debut on the third season, which has just wrapped.
Danielle And Kevin Unable To Reach A Settlement
Article from Radar Online.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s most controversial resident Danielle Staub has been embroiled in a federal defamation lawsuit filed by her ex-husband Kevin Maher for months, and it looks like it’s definitely going to trial.
"The mediator Gary Donovan tried all day for a settlement and the other side jerked us around,” Maher told RadarOnline.com exclusively.
“We tried to settle this in good faith and negotiations failed. We are going to trial!”
Staub’s lawyers had filed a motion Tuesday requesting to exclude certain evidence from trial regarding Staub’s criminal history, Maher’s polygraph examinations, any references to Staub’s extra-marital sexual history, the testimony of Daniel Aguilar, and Caroline Manzo’s deposition testimony.
Staub’s attorney Peter Cook outlined 29 points in his motion requesting to prohibit certain evidence, including the following: any depictions of Staub as either a stripper, prostitute or cocaine addict by Maher; any use of video footage from The Real Housewives of New Jersey, any use of Staub’s book The Naked Truth; any and all references to her criminal history, sexual history; and any references to her past or present illegal drug use and sex tapes featuring Staub.
And when it comes to Danielle’s former reality co-stars, Cook requested the exclusion of all references to Danielle’s relationship with Dina Manzo, Teresa Giudice, Jacqueline Laurita, and Danielle’s interactions at The Brownstone owned by Caroline Manzo. Also, any references made by Caroline regarding Danielle’s reputation, alleged outstanding debts, and alleged deceitful acts.
Staub is scheduled to be deposed in the case on October 5 and Maher says it may have been a motivating factor to discuss a settlement.
"I believe that October 5 would be the worst day in Danielle Staub's life, worse than her arrest,” Maher told RadarOnline.com regarding the possible reason Danielle’s lawyers and Simon and Schuster (that published her book The Naked Truth) were attempting to settle.
Although Maher is disappointed in today’s outcome, has plans to take further legal action against the Real Housewife and those affiliated with her book.
“The mediator was talking to everyone involved so this didn't have to go to court and so I could put this behind me and she could put this behind her."
“What her lawyers did today is going to get Danielle sued twice! Danielle Staub with writer Steven Prigge and Simon and Schuster will be named as defendants in an upcoming lawsuit to be filed next week.”
Calls to attorneys for Danielle Staub were not returned.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s most controversial resident Danielle Staub has been embroiled in a federal defamation lawsuit filed by her ex-husband Kevin Maher for months, and it looks like it’s definitely going to trial.
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RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively that all parties were in settlement negotiations Wednesday but were unable to come to a mutual agreement and the negotiations abruptly fell apart.
"The mediator Gary Donovan tried all day for a settlement and the other side jerked us around,” Maher told RadarOnline.com exclusively.
“We tried to settle this in good faith and negotiations failed. We are going to trial!”
Staub’s lawyers had filed a motion Tuesday requesting to exclude certain evidence from trial regarding Staub’s criminal history, Maher’s polygraph examinations, any references to Staub’s extra-marital sexual history, the testimony of Daniel Aguilar, and Caroline Manzo’s deposition testimony.
Staub’s attorney Peter Cook outlined 29 points in his motion requesting to prohibit certain evidence, including the following: any depictions of Staub as either a stripper, prostitute or cocaine addict by Maher; any use of video footage from The Real Housewives of New Jersey, any use of Staub’s book The Naked Truth; any and all references to her criminal history, sexual history; and any references to her past or present illegal drug use and sex tapes featuring Staub.
And when it comes to Danielle’s former reality co-stars, Cook requested the exclusion of all references to Danielle’s relationship with Dina Manzo, Teresa Giudice, Jacqueline Laurita, and Danielle’s interactions at The Brownstone owned by Caroline Manzo. Also, any references made by Caroline regarding Danielle’s reputation, alleged outstanding debts, and alleged deceitful acts.
Staub is scheduled to be deposed in the case on October 5 and Maher says it may have been a motivating factor to discuss a settlement.
"I believe that October 5 would be the worst day in Danielle Staub's life, worse than her arrest,” Maher told RadarOnline.com regarding the possible reason Danielle’s lawyers and Simon and Schuster (that published her book The Naked Truth) were attempting to settle.
Although Maher is disappointed in today’s outcome, has plans to take further legal action against the Real Housewife and those affiliated with her book.
“The mediator was talking to everyone involved so this didn't have to go to court and so I could put this behind me and she could put this behind her."
“What her lawyers did today is going to get Danielle sued twice! Danielle Staub with writer Steven Prigge and Simon and Schuster will be named as defendants in an upcoming lawsuit to be filed next week.”
Calls to attorneys for Danielle Staub were not returned.
The Real Housewives Give Makeovers
Post from the LA Times.
Taking a breather from the baby daddy drama, veteran TV host Maury Povich is enlisting the help of a few “Housewives” with another pastime of the longstanding talk show: makeovers.
Hmm. Images of knee-high boots with broken heels, age-inappropriate skirts and revealing tops are dancing in our heads.
Show Trackers, do you think these were the right “Housewives” to help with the makeovers?
By:Yvonne Villarreal
Over on “Maury,” the paternity tests are getting a break.
Taking a breather from the baby daddy drama, veteran TV host Maury Povich is enlisting the help of a few “Housewives” with another pastime of the longstanding talk show: makeovers.In the episode, to air Thursday, Danielle Staub ("Real Housewives of New Jersey"), Ramona Singer ("Real Housewives of New York City") and NeNe Leakes ("Real Housewives of Atlanta") will help transform a few disheveled “real” housewives into moms worthy of being followed around by cameras.
Hmm. Images of knee-high boots with broken heels, age-inappropriate skirts and revealing tops are dancing in our heads.
Show Trackers, do you think these were the right “Housewives” to help with the makeovers?
Simon Does Not Want His Kids On The RHOOC
Article from The Orange County Register.
By: PEDRO AND THE WATCHER
Simon Barney, estranged husband of Tamra Barney, one of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” issued a statement Wednesday exclusively to The Orange County Register. He was responding to his arrest early Tuesday on suspicion of throwing a dog leash at his wife Monday night.
“There are a lot of rumors and speculation about the events of September 20th. I am confident and have faith that the truth will come out in the courts instead of the media. This incident was a setup by my ex-wife and she is already using it to make a claim for 100% custody of our children. It stems primarily from me refusing permission for our children to be filmed on her reality show, ‘Real Housewives of Orange County.’
“Recently my ex-wife and the production company have pressured me to allow the children to be filmed. I have always refused because I don’t believe it is in our children’s best interest to be exploited in this way. This has not set well with my ex-wife. If she succeeds in obtaining 100% custody, she will then be able to give permission for the children to be filmed even though I object.
“I have never been a danger to either my ex-wife or our children, as she has recently claimed. As so many people know, I love our children more than anything in the world. To me, it is tragic that any parent would go to such extreme measures as using custody to allow their children to be filmed on a reality program. I pray for my ex wife and our children all the time.”
Simon, who still faces a charge of domestic violence, did not wish to comment further. When asked if he threw the plastic, retractable leash at his wife as she has claimed, he said, “No.”
He added that he will probably appear in court next week to respond to Tamra’s charge.
On Tuesday, Tamra Barney appeared at Lamoreaux Justice Center in Orange to start the process of filing a restraining order against Simon. The two, who were depicted in three seasons of “Real Housewives of Orange County,” have three children together.
By: PEDRO AND THE WATCHER
Simon Barney, estranged husband of Tamra Barney, one of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” issued a statement Wednesday exclusively to The Orange County Register. He was responding to his arrest early Tuesday on suspicion of throwing a dog leash at his wife Monday night.
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Simon Barney, 46, was released Tuesday from Men’s Central Jail in Santa Ana, after posting his $10,000 bail. Here’s his statement:
“There are a lot of rumors and speculation about the events of September 20th. I am confident and have faith that the truth will come out in the courts instead of the media. This incident was a setup by my ex-wife and she is already using it to make a claim for 100% custody of our children. It stems primarily from me refusing permission for our children to be filmed on her reality show, ‘Real Housewives of Orange County.’
“Recently my ex-wife and the production company have pressured me to allow the children to be filmed. I have always refused because I don’t believe it is in our children’s best interest to be exploited in this way. This has not set well with my ex-wife. If she succeeds in obtaining 100% custody, she will then be able to give permission for the children to be filmed even though I object.
“I have never been a danger to either my ex-wife or our children, as she has recently claimed. As so many people know, I love our children more than anything in the world. To me, it is tragic that any parent would go to such extreme measures as using custody to allow their children to be filmed on a reality program. I pray for my ex wife and our children all the time.”
Simon, who still faces a charge of domestic violence, did not wish to comment further. When asked if he threw the plastic, retractable leash at his wife as she has claimed, he said, “No.”
He added that he will probably appear in court next week to respond to Tamra’s charge.
On Tuesday, Tamra Barney appeared at Lamoreaux Justice Center in Orange to start the process of filing a restraining order against Simon. The two, who were depicted in three seasons of “Real Housewives of Orange County,” have three children together.
Kevin Has More Dirt On Danielle
Article from E!.
By: Marianne Garvey and Whitney English
But ex-husband Kevin Maher tells E! News that he plans on revealing much worse about the reality star...
"Since this woman put these serious rape and molestation charges against me, [information about her past] is relevant...What this woman has done to me…I can't even describe how she has ruined my life. She's without conscience."
Maher is suing Staub for $5 million over her accusations that he raped her on broken glass, hung her dog, and played Russian roulette with her lady parts.
"She lied from day one and I'm going to prove that she's a pathological liar," says Maher.
Staub is due in court Oct. 5 to give her deposition in the case.
"She's been ducking and hiding from her deposition since this lawsuit has been filed," says Maher. "Oct. 5 will be the worst day of her life, when she is confronted under oath with all her lies. She's going to be destroyed."
Maher and Staub's Housewives costar Caroline Manzo have both already been deposed. The trial is set for February.
By: Marianne Garvey and Whitney English
Real Housewives of New Jersey trouble-magnet Danielle Staub doesn't want to be called a prostitute or a stripper.
But ex-husband Kevin Maher tells E! News that he plans on revealing much worse about the reality star...Staub filed a motion Tuesday asking the judge in Maher's defamation case against her to specifically exclude "any evidence that the Defendant was a prostitute, or a stripper, or is promiscuous, or has been featured in sex tapes."
But despite Staub's attempts to have her alleged sexual history excised from the record, Maher is fighting it, saying the dirty info he has on her will prove she is a "pathological liar."
"Since this woman put these serious rape and molestation charges against me, [information about her past] is relevant...What this woman has done to me…I can't even describe how she has ruined my life. She's without conscience."
Maher is suing Staub for $5 million over her accusations that he raped her on broken glass, hung her dog, and played Russian roulette with her lady parts.
"She lied from day one and I'm going to prove that she's a pathological liar," says Maher.
Staub is due in court Oct. 5 to give her deposition in the case.
"She's been ducking and hiding from her deposition since this lawsuit has been filed," says Maher. "Oct. 5 will be the worst day of her life, when she is confronted under oath with all her lies. She's going to be destroyed."
Maher and Staub's Housewives costar Caroline Manzo have both already been deposed. The trial is set for February.
Kim Gives TMI
Post from Perez Hilton.
"I had my nipple moved up half an inch, so my boobs were lifted without having a scar from the nipple to underneath the breast."
The week after the procedure, Kim tore her nipple stitches on a water slide in the Bahamas. Here's what she had to say about it:
"I felt a sharp pain in my left breast but didn't realize how serious it was until the bandages came off and there was a tear around my nipple."
Kim returned to the doctor to have her nipple properly sewn back on.
The new issue of In Touch Weekly will have even more details on Kim Z's boob/nipple situation, for those of you who didn't feel like you got way more than enough details here!
Would U go on a water slide a week after having a boob job revision?
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kim Zolciak feels REAL comfortable discussing her very personal surgical procedure.
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Here's what Kim Z had to say about her boob job revision. Be forewarned - she gives graphic details:
"I had my nipple moved up half an inch, so my boobs were lifted without having a scar from the nipple to underneath the breast."
The week after the procedure, Kim tore her nipple stitches on a water slide in the Bahamas. Here's what she had to say about it:
"I felt a sharp pain in my left breast but didn't realize how serious it was until the bandages came off and there was a tear around my nipple."
Kim returned to the doctor to have her nipple properly sewn back on.
The new issue of In Touch Weekly will have even more details on Kim Z's boob/nipple situation, for those of you who didn't feel like you got way more than enough details here!
Would U go on a water slide a week after having a boob job revision?
Bethenny Raising Money For Breast Cancer
Article from Hollywood News.
By: Linny Lum
Chef, author, mom, and reality star Bethenny Frankel of “Real Housewives” fame is now adding the role of philanthropist to her list of titles.
By: Linny Lum
Chef, author, mom, and reality star Bethenny Frankel of “Real Housewives” fame is now adding the role of philanthropist to her list of titles.
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On Saturday, September 25th Bethenny will headline “Real Style Live” in New York- an event of shopping and style to benefit Breast Cancer awareness, research, and funding. The event will take place at Tanger Outlets at the Arches in Long Island, NY for a day of celebrities, shopping and saving, style, and a day to create awareness and raise funds for Breast Cancer- The event benefits the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition in NY.
Bethenny and her co-headliner style maven Charla Krupp will be on hand to meet and greet attendees answer questions, and give their own special brand of advice on style, and nutrition- all to benefit the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition. Caroline And Bravo Working Together To Get Her Deposition Taken Down
Article from Reality Tea.
According to a new report, Real Housewives of New Jersey star Caroline Manzo is not happy that her deposition video has leaked online.
Just days after TMZ posted the video, which shows Caroline admitting she gave Bravo an ultimatum that she would not return to the show if Danielle Staub did, Zap2It is reporting today that Caroline is fighting to get the video taken off the net. Wonder why?
“As for false statement out there saying her truck was repossessed this weekend … the lease was up and she turned it in … plain and simple,” claims Danielle’s rep. Riiiight.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK THE VIDEO SHOULD BE TAKEN DOWN? DO YOU BELIEVE DANIELLE’S STORY?
According to a new report, Real Housewives of New Jersey star Caroline Manzo is not happy that her deposition video has leaked online.
Just days after TMZ posted the video, which shows Caroline admitting she gave Bravo an ultimatum that she would not return to the show if Danielle Staub did, Zap2It is reporting today that Caroline is fighting to get the video taken off the net. Wonder why?Zap2It reports that sources close to Caroline tell them she’s working with Bravo to try and get the video pulled, though she’s uncertain TMZ will cooperate.
As for the reason Caroline wants the video off the web, a source says it’s not because she doesn’t stand by what she said or that she’s scared of Danielle, but rather because she wants the “Danielle Drama” over with and completely out of her life.
In other NJ news, days after Life&Style broke the story of Danielle Staub’s Range Rover getting repossessed, a rep for the fired Bravo housewife is now denying the story to HollywoodLife, claiming the story is “untrue.”“As for false statement out there saying her truck was repossessed this weekend … the lease was up and she turned it in … plain and simple,” claims Danielle’s rep. Riiiight.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK THE VIDEO SHOULD BE TAKEN DOWN? DO YOU BELIEVE DANIELLE’S STORY?
Bethenny's Spiced Apple Cider
From Health magazine.
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| Photo: Melissa Punch |
By Bethenny Frankel
This is such a crowd-pleaser! And it has just 173 calories because I use extra spices in place of sugar and butter.
Pour 1/2 gallon apple cider into a saucepan. Add 5 cinnamon sticks, zest of 1/4 lemon and 1/4 orange, 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1⁄2 teaspoon ground allspice; bring to a boil.
Cook 5 minutes; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and add 11⁄2 cups clear spiced rum. (Makes: 11 servings)
Michaele On Today Show
Picture from Michaele.
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Dear friends, I am honored to be co-hosting the NBC Today Show 10 O’clock hour with Kathie Lee Gifford & Hoda Kotb on Friday from 10am to 11am. Please tune in for an hour of fun with us! We are going to Rock it!! OXO ps: More fun to come later today! ;) |
Teresa Will Be In Raleigh Thursday
Teresa will be at Still Life Nightclub and Ultralounge,400 W. North St., Raleigh, North Carolina.
Tamra Filed A Restraining Order Against Simon
Article from Radar Online. To See a clip of Tamra with Eddie at the courthouse click HERE.
Simon was arrested early Tuesday morning on a domestic violence charge.
And when asked if she was there to file a restraining order against him, Tamra said nothing, but responded by nodding her head "yes."
She then entered the courthouse; she left about 20 minutes later.
A source tells RadarOnline.com that Tamra will file a request for a restraining order against Simon this week.
A spokesperson for the Orange County Sheriff's Department tells RadarOnline.com that an emergency order of protection (EOP) would be in place for 72 hours following the arrest of someone for domestic violence.
But to ensure continued protection, the victim of the domestic violence would need to file for a permanent restraining order with the court before the EOP runs out.
Tamra and Simon have been going through a bitter divorce since viewers saw their marital meltdown on last season's The Real Housewives of Orange County.
But it all seemed to come to a head -- literally -- when Simon was taken into custody by OC Sheriff's on suspicion of throwing a dog leash at his wife.
Simon was released from jail on Tuesday afternoon after posting bail.
The Real Housewives of Orange County star Tamra Barney showed up at an Orange County courthouse Tuesday to inquire about filing a restraining order against Simon, her estranged husband, RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively.
Simon was arrested early Tuesday morning on a domestic violence charge.With her head down and wearing dark sunglasses, the reality TV star arrived at the courthouse in Orange County, CA accompanied by her boyfriend Eddie Judge and Bravo cameras.
When asked by RadarOnline.com if she could comment about the incident with her estranged husband, Tamra said, "I can't talk about it right now, maybe later."
And when asked if she was there to file a restraining order against him, Tamra said nothing, but responded by nodding her head "yes."
She then entered the courthouse; she left about 20 minutes later.
A source tells RadarOnline.com that Tamra will file a request for a restraining order against Simon this week.
A spokesperson for the Orange County Sheriff's Department tells RadarOnline.com that an emergency order of protection (EOP) would be in place for 72 hours following the arrest of someone for domestic violence.
But to ensure continued protection, the victim of the domestic violence would need to file for a permanent restraining order with the court before the EOP runs out.
Tamra and Simon have been going through a bitter divorce since viewers saw their marital meltdown on last season's The Real Housewives of Orange County.
But it all seemed to come to a head -- literally -- when Simon was taken into custody by OC Sheriff's on suspicion of throwing a dog leash at his wife.
Simon was released from jail on Tuesday afternoon after posting bail.
Gretchen And Slade Helping To Raise Money For Cancer
Post from PR Web.
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Project Pink Runway Show at Westfield Valley Fair to Benefit American Cancer Society Featuring Fashion Show, Entertainment and Celebrities
Westfield Valley Fair will bring a high-energy fashion production to shoppers in the Bay Area with the ‘Project Pink Runway Show’, presented in partnership with The Bay Area Fashionista. ‘Real Housewife of Orange County’ Gretchen Rossi will model in the event and actor Slade Smiley will co-host the event. Scheduled to be held on Friday evening, October 1st at 7:00 PM at Westfield Valley Fair, all proceeds from Project Pink will benefit the American Cancer Society.
Danielle Is Worried About The Jury's Perception Of Her
Post from TMZ.
Danielle Staub -- star of her own sex tape -- doesn't want to be called a prostitute, a slut, a whore or a sex tape star ... in court, according to the new legal documents she just filed.
Oddly, the motion to exclude makes no mention of her performance on 'Housewives.'
Danielle Staub -- star of her own sex tape -- doesn't want to be called a prostitute, a slut, a whore or a sex tape star ... in court, according to the new legal documents she just filed.
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It's all over the $5 million defamation suit the former "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star's ex-husband Kevin Maher filed against her -- claiming she falsely accused him of raping her on broken glass, sticking a loaded gun in her privates, and murdering her dog.
According to the new docs, obtained by TMZ, Staub wants to make sure any evidence depicting her as "a prostitute, or a slut, or a whore" -- including her sexual history and sex tape -- is excluded from the trial.
In the papers, Staub claims her dirty laundry would turn a jury against her.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Simon Free on Bail
Post from Radar Online.
The husband of Real Housewife of Orange County star Tamra Barney was released from jail on Tuesday afternoon following an arrest for alleged domestic violence.
As RadarOnline.com previously reported, the couple’s 10-year-old son Spencer opened the door for Tamra and as she walked inside the house Simon allegedly threw the plastic retractable leash, which hit her wrist.
Simon was allegedly upset with Tamra because she planned a birthday party for one of their children at her new house. Although she invited Simon, he was angry and felt the party should have been held at a “neutral” location.
The husband of Real Housewife of Orange County star Tamra Barney was released from jail on Tuesday afternoon following an arrest for alleged domestic violence.RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively that Simon Barney was released on an undisclosed bail amount from the Orange County Jail at 2:29 p.m.
Tamra’s 46-year-old estranged husband was taken into custody at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday morning after she claimed he threw and hit her with a retractable dog leash while at their Ladera Ranch, CA home.
Simon was allegedly upset with Tamra because she planned a birthday party for one of their children at her new house. Although she invited Simon, he was angry and felt the party should have been held at a “neutral” location.
Joe Could Get Out Early
Post from Radar Online.
If Teresa Giudice’s husband Joe is on his best behavior he could get out of jail earlier than expected, RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively.
According to sentencing guidelines set by the state, as long as The Real Housewives of New Jersey star doesn’t act up, he could be out in nine days, not the expected ten.
But Joe was pulled over again on May 17 in Lincoln Park, New Jersey for driving with a suspended license, which ultimately led to the jail time.
According to a spokesperson at the Morris County Jail, for every six “good” days Joe has at the jail, he gets one day off his sentence.
And the reality star isn’t alone in the pokey. Although he’s not sharing a cell, he does have some TV company -- Remy from TLC’s Cake Boss (who’s been charged with sexually assaulting a minor) is in the same jail!
Chief Frank Corrente told RadarOnline.com, "I have people in here that have killed people that aren’t getting as much attention as this guy."
If Teresa Giudice’s husband Joe is on his best behavior he could get out of jail earlier than expected, RadarOnline.com has learned exclusively.
According to sentencing guidelines set by the state, as long as The Real Housewives of New Jersey star doesn’t act up, he could be out in nine days, not the expected ten.Last week, a judge sentenced Joe to ten days in jail for driving with a suspended license – the consequence of a previous run-in with the law.
In January, Teresa’s house hubby was charged with driving under the influence after crashing his car into a telephone pole in Montville Township, New Jersey. He was taken to the hospital and then released to the police due to outstanding warrants. In March, he was fined $864, had his license revoked for 12 months, and was sentenced to 30 days of community service.
But Joe was pulled over again on May 17 in Lincoln Park, New Jersey for driving with a suspended license, which ultimately led to the jail time.
According to a spokesperson at the Morris County Jail, for every six “good” days Joe has at the jail, he gets one day off his sentence.
And the reality star isn’t alone in the pokey. Although he’s not sharing a cell, he does have some TV company -- Remy from TLC’s Cake Boss (who’s been charged with sexually assaulting a minor) is in the same jail!
Chief Frank Corrente told RadarOnline.com, "I have people in here that have killed people that aren’t getting as much attention as this guy."
Caroline Is Annoyed About Her Deposition Being Leaked
Article from Zap2It.
By Jethro Nededog
In the latest turn in the Kevin Maher defamation suit against ex-wife, Danielle Staub, video of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey's" Caroline Manzo's deposition leaked to the media and the reality star isn't happy. 
Sources close to the housewife tell Zap2it that the star was not pleased the video was leaked to TMZ. While she's working with Bravo to try and get the video pulled, she's unsure TMZ will cooperate.
In the video, Manzo's testimony in Maher's $5-million lawsuit confirms his claims that Staub had accused him of raping her, killing his dog and playing Russian Roulette by placing a gun inside Staub's vagina. All of which, Maher vehemently denies and forms the basis of his defamation lawsuit.
Later, more video was released from Manzo's deposition in which the housewife admits to giving Bravo the ultimatum that she wouldn't be returning to the show for Season 3 if Staub remains a cast member.
A source tells us that Manzo is not trying to get the video pulled, because she doesn't stand by what she says or she's scared of Staub, but that she wants the "Danielle Drama" over with and completely out of her life.
Bravo Has Not Had Any Discussions About Season 2 Of The RHODC
From Pop Eater.
"We've had no discussions about a season two -- including any casting -- and won't until the freshman season concludes," a Bravo spokesman tells us. "Any speculation to the contrary would be absolutely premature. And let's face it, it wouldn't be a proper 'Real Housewives' franchise without the drama of casting rumors."The rumors for the 'DC' cast have focused on Salahi and her husband Tareq, who ticked off their bosses when they claimed (in a new book about them) that their "iron-clad" contract with Bravo prohibits them from talking about the White House-crashing incident to the media. (Nevermind that they've talked about it at length, on the 'Today' show and others.)
In a surprise move, Bravo rebuked the couple publicly, releasing a statement Sept. 15 condemning the couple for trying to use their contracts as cover for their legal woes.
"Bravo [has] consistently and repeatedly stated to the Salahis and their representatives that they were free to speak to press, law enforcement, Congress and anyone else about attending the State Dinner," the statement read. "Indeed, they have given multiple press interviews on that very subject."
The new Page Six report saying Salahi will not be asked back echoes similar sources who told PopEater columnist Rob Shuter last week that she and her husband were being shown the door.
"The DC show is the only show in the entire franchise that isn't a true hit," an insider told our Naughty But Nice Rob in his Sept. 16 column. "And the Salahi's are the biggest reason for that. At first, execs thought they struck gold with all the attention the couple got over the White House dinner. But now they realize not all press is good press and this couple's involvement in the show has turned more viewers off than on."
Bravo is pushing back at fresh reports that trouble-magnet 'Real Housewives of DC' star Michaele Salahi will be dumped from the cast if the show is renewed for a second season. In an exclusive statement to PopEater, the network says they'll wait until a second season is given the green light to even begin discussing which of the drama queens will be toast.
"We've had no discussions about a season two -- including any casting -- and won't until the freshman season concludes," a Bravo spokesman tells us. "Any speculation to the contrary would be absolutely premature. And let's face it, it wouldn't be a proper 'Real Housewives' franchise without the drama of casting rumors."In a surprise move, Bravo rebuked the couple publicly, releasing a statement Sept. 15 condemning the couple for trying to use their contracts as cover for their legal woes.
"Bravo [has] consistently and repeatedly stated to the Salahis and their representatives that they were free to speak to press, law enforcement, Congress and anyone else about attending the State Dinner," the statement read. "Indeed, they have given multiple press interviews on that very subject."
The new Page Six report saying Salahi will not be asked back echoes similar sources who told PopEater columnist Rob Shuter last week that she and her husband were being shown the door.
"The DC show is the only show in the entire franchise that isn't a true hit," an insider told our Naughty But Nice Rob in his Sept. 16 column. "And the Salahi's are the biggest reason for that. At first, execs thought they struck gold with all the attention the couple got over the White House dinner. But now they realize not all press is good press and this couple's involvement in the show has turned more viewers off than on."
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