Archive for the 'Celebrity Legal News' Category

21
Feb
12

Baby mama gets restraining order against ‘Deadliest Catch’ star?

Deadliest Catch star Elliott Neese needs to stay away from his baby mama who was granted a restraining order against him in Alaska.

According to TMZ, baby mama Valerie Gunderson claims Neese is a ticking time bomb!

In fact, Valerie claims on Feb 13 … Elliott called her 38 TIMES and sent 15 texts her way in less than an hour … when she refused to talk to him.  One month before that, Valerie claims he called her 54 TIMES in one night.

Valerie claims Elliott also called her mother and told her, “If I can’t have [Valerie] nobody can.”

She claims Elliott attacked her back in 2006 and was granted the restraining order to prevent anymore problems!

Photo: Twitter

20
Feb
12

Food Network star fired over copying Martha Stewart’s recipes?

Food Network star Anne Thornton was fired over using dessert recipes that were similar those used by Martha Stewart and Ina Garten, report The Hollywood Reporter.

But the network insists Thornton was let go due to the lack of viewers with her show Dessert First.

The show was on for two seasons and was not renewed “based on the show’s performance,” a Food Network told THR.

But Thornto herself has a different story. She recently told the New York Post, “It’s chemistry. It’s not just cooking. So there are always going to be things that are the same. At Food Network, we go over all our recipes with them. They wouldn’t [run] something that wasn’t original.”

Thornton has since appeared on Food Network’s Best Thing I Ever Ate.

17
Feb
12

Robin Thicke: Busted for marijuana possession?

Robin Thicke was busted for marijuana possession on Friday in NYC, reports TMZ.

He was busted near Madison Square Park, Manhattan after cops claim they witnessed Thicke lighting a joint in a black SUV.

He was issued a desk appearance ticket and was cooperative with cops.

A rep for Thicke had no comment.

17
Feb
12

Which ‘Storage Wars’ star was in jail for 16 months?

Storage Wars star Jarrod Schulz recently admitted to serving a 16-month prison sentence.

Jarrod Schulz

According to Reality Weekly, Schulz was busted back in 1997 for possession of methamphetamine. He spent 60 days in jail and three years probation.

In the same year, he was also busted for drunk driving and transporting narcotics. He violated probation and served 16 months in jail!

A friend told the magazine, “He’s spent 16 months in a state prison and he’s got a shockingly wild past. He was dealing narcotics in the mid-90s.”

For more info pick up the Feb. 27 issue of Reality Weekly.

Photo: A&E

17
Feb
12

Amber Portwood’s dunzo with Teen Mom?

TMZ reports Amber Portwood is banned from filming Teen Mom!

Amber and Leah decorate the Christmas tree at Gary's.

This means Amber will not appear on Teen Mom anymore and needs to get a real job.

According to law enforcement sources … Amber has been ordered to live in a halfway house for up to 3 years and get a court approved 9-to-5 job that she must attend at least 5 days a week. Teen Mom isn’t considered a 9-to5 job!

Too bad she won’t return to Teen Mom!

Photo: MTV

17
Feb
12

Reality Weekly Feb. 27 2012 – Did Kris Humphries Get Everything He Wanted?

Reality Weekly‘s February 27 2012 issue features a report that Kris Humphries got everything he wanted.

In the issue:

The last year has been a tumultuous one for Kris Humphries, thanks to his divorce from Kim Kardashian — but as he turns 27, things are looking up. Celebrating with family and friends at a birthday bash at Abe & Arthur’s Restaurant in New York City on Feb. 4, Kris told RWexclusively, he now has everything he wants.

“This year, I was blessed to spend my birthday with so many supportive people in my life,” says the star. “I’m so glad to have a [basketball] season and to get out there and play,” he adds. “And in my off-time I’ve been working with my foundation, [The Kris Humphries Foundation].”

But the time for reflection was not Saturday night at his party, where he and his older sister Kaela — who’s been his close confidante through everything — hosted 85 of his family and closest friends including his coach, Avery Johnson, several Nets teammates, and even Jersey Shore‘s Vinny Guadagnino.

FOR MORE ON KRIS’ BIRTHDAY PARTY AND HOW THE SPLIT FROM KIM HASN’T BEEN ALL BAD FOR HIM, PICK UP THE NEW ISSUE OF REALITY WEEKLY, ON SALE NOW!

Also featured: Are Ashley Hebert & J.P. Rosenbaum expecting a baby? Did RHOBH‘s Lisa Vanderpump get a butt lift? Simon Cowell insists he didn’t fire Paula Abdul. Did Storage Wars star Jarrod Schultz serve jail time?

Photo: Reality Weekly

16
Feb
12

‘Storage Wars’ star Barry Weiss: multi-millionaire/ladies man?

Storage Wars star Barry Weiss is popular with the ladies and is also a multi-millionaire!

According to the National Enquirer, Barry made a fortune selling fruits and vegetables through Northern Produce-Mushroom Inc., a company he co-owned with his brother.

The company has estimated $20 million in revenues each year supplying high quality produce to LA-area restaurants. Although he retired, he still earns “a share of the profits and leads a life of luxury,” says a source.

The source tells Enquirer, “Barry is a million­aire several times over. He paid $1.8 million for his spacious four-bedroom home in a trendy, gated neighborhood. He also has other properties, all in ex­pensive neighborhoods.”

He’s also a ladies man! The source says, “Wherever Barry goes, women flock to him. When the show is filming, beauties of all ages give their phone numbers to fellow cast member Dave Hester to pass on to to Barry.”

Storage Wars recently wrapped its second season on January 24.

16
Feb
12

Gary Busey: I’m Broke!

Gary Busey claims he’s broke a joke!

According to TMZ, Busey recently filed for bankruptcy and claims he owes over $500k in state and federal taxes.

In bankruptcy papers, Busey listed all his possessions including:

  • 300 VHS tapes
  • 200 cassette tapes
  • old large tape recorder
  • 5 pairs of moccasins
  • broken pellet gun
  • 2 small decorative teepees
Although Busey still makes $19,730 a month he spends over $22k on living expenses along with daycare for his son.


15
Feb
12

Life & Style Weekly Feb. 27 2012 – Court Battle Between Kris Humphries & Kim Kardashian

Life & Style Weekly‘s February 27 2012 issue features news that Kris Humphries will duke it out with Kim Kardashian in court!

In the issue:

There’s soon to be more drama on the way for Kim Kardashian!

Life & Style has learned that Kris Humphries is moving forward with his plans to take Kim to court, and he’s bringing the family with her.

The new issue of Life & Style, on newsstands now, reveals that New Jersey Nets forward Kris has petitioned to have his Minnesota-licensed attorney practice in California. “Kim’s freaking out,” reveals a friend.

To Kim’s dismay, any nondisclosure agreements he signed associated with their prenup or Kourtney & Kim Take New York would be void in court. “When you’re requested to answer under oath,” notes an insider close to Kris, “it’s a legal obligation. If he’s asked certain questions, he’ll be compelled to answer.”

And as if watching her daughter go through turmoil weren’t bad enough, Kris Jenner is now at the center of her own courtroom drama. Life & Style has learned exclusively that Kris is filing suit against his former mother-in-law, citing breach of fiduciary duty.

He thinks that the momager gave special treatment to Kim when she was supposed to be brokering deals for them as a couple, according to an insider. “When you have two clients, they’re supposed to be treated equally,” notes the insider. “It was a conflict of interest.”

“We’re going to let litigation take its course,” his attorney, Lee Hutton, exclusively tells Life & Style. “We plan to fully pursue all legal options.”

Also featured: Whitney Houston-the voice of a generation. Meet Blue Ivy. Adele tells her critics “I’m not fat, I’m fabulous.”

Photo: Life & Style Weekly

11
Feb
12

Will Lindsay Lohan’s dad work at Burger King?

Michael Lohan recently applied to a Burger King in Palm Beach, Florida.

He was released from rehab and moved into a local halfway house.

The treatment center wants him to find a job until his final release, reports TMZ.

No word on whether he got the job!

11
Feb
12

T-Boz’s bankruptcy case dismissed?

T-Boz files for bankruptcy in October 2011 but a judge recently dismissed her case since she wasn’t making any effort to pay off her debts, reports TMZ.

Here’s what TMZ reports:

T-Boz filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in October — claiming she owed $768,642.99 to multiple creditors — but last week, the judge kicked her out of bankruptcy court.

According to the court docs, the case was dismissed because T-Boz — real name Tionne Watkins — completely dropped the ball dealing with her affairs, failing to make any attempts to pay off her debts, appear at a creditors’ meeting, or … not be a scrub in general.

As a result, the judge ended the bankruptcy case – giving T-Boz’ creditors free reign to go after her whatever assets she has.

T-Boz can file for bankruptcy again but must wait 180 days (end of July) to do so.

09
Feb
12

‘Home Improvement’ star charged with DUI & drug possession?

Home Improvement star Taran Noah Smith recently was charged with DUI and possession of hash, reports TMZ.

The 27-year-old star was arrested on Feb. 1 when cops saw he was parked in front of a fire hydrant.

When cops approached his vehicle, Smith had a “strong odor” of cannabis.

If Smith is convicted he could face a year and a half in jail & $1,500 in fines.

Photo: Getty Images

08
Feb
12

Kylie Minogue calls cops over Twitter stalker?

Kylie Minogue recently called the police over a potential stalker on Twitter, reports the UK’s Mirror.

Here’s what the Mirror reports:

The singer is celebrating 25 years in the music industry and has been in regular contact with her fans (or lovers as she calls them) recently, asking them to share memories and pictures from over the years.

However, she posted a worrying message yesterday via Twitter: “love 1,033,861 of you LOVERS, but 1 is not a lover, just a deluded weirdo making threats #andthatdoesnotmakeyouspecial SO..police alerted.”

Kylie recently wrapped her Aphrodite Les Folies tour last year.

Photo: Bauer Griffin

08
Feb
12

‘Mob Wives’ star Renee Graziano had a meltdown in court?

Mob Wives star Renee Graviano has an emotional day in court on Tuesday, reports NY Daily News.

	Renee Graziano of “Mob Wives” and her son leave Federal Court Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn Tuesday. Her ex-hubby secretly taped Bonanno gangsters, including her capo father, Anthony (TG) Graziano. Photo by K

She wept while the prosecutor talked about her ex-hubby Hector “Junior” Pagan‘s secret tape recording of her father Anthony (TG) Graziano and other Bonanno mobsters.

Here’s what NY Daily News reports:

Dabbing her eyes with a tissue, Graziano looked straight ahead and did not glance at the relatives of the other indicted gangsters sitting around her in the courtroom.

“I don’t feel uncomfortable around anybody,” Graziano said later. “I send my apologies and I feel horrible, but I’m not responsible (for Pagan’s treachery). I didn’t do anything. But I can understand they may feel uncomfortable around me,” she added.

Her surprise appearance at a routine status conference surprised some observers. “She’s the one with the fake face and the black shoe polish hair, right?” snipped a lawyer.

Pagan wore a hidden wire since at least last August, recording incriminating conversations about extortions and the armed robbery of a Bonanno-controlled illegal social club, according to court papers.

Mob Wives continues Sunday at 8/7c on VH1.

Photo: Ken Murray/New York Daily News

07
Feb
12

Pliar Sanders claims she was attacked, Deion says it’s a lie!

Pilar Sanders claims she was attacked Monday night at her home with hubby Deion.

Pilar Sanders and Deion Sanders

Here’s what TMZ reports:

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ, Pilar told officers a woman named Laura arrived to the mansion to see Deion … but Pilar told Laura she was not welcome in the home and asked her to leave. 

We’re told Laura refused … and after some words were exchanged, Laura threw an object at Pilar … striking her in the eye. 

Pilar grabbed her phone and called 911! Cops tell TMZ … no arrests were made and the situation is under investigation. 

Deion Sanders cleared the air via Twitter on Tuesday. He Tweeted, “My AUNT Laura Jones was at my home fixing my phone system and was attacked. We have proof. We apologize for these weekly ignorant lies! TRUTH”

Photo via PopTower

06
Feb
12

Teen Mom’s Amber Portwood sentenced to 5 years in jail?

Teen Mom‘s Amber Portwood was sentenced to five years in jail…but her sentence will be suspended if she completes a court-ordered drug program, reports UK’s Daily Mail.

Here’s what Daily Mail reports:

Shackled: Teen Mom star Amber Portwood was pictured in a prison jumpsuit and shackles today as she was sentenced to five years in prisonUnder a plea deal the reality TV star entered guilty pleas to one count of Class D felony possession of a controlled substance and one count of parole probation violation.

If she completes the terms of the Madison County Drug Court program the case against her will eventually be dismissed.

But if she fails, Judge David Happe told Portwood she would be sent to prison to serve the five years he was suspending.

“I know it is going to be hard but I have a lot to lose – I have a daughter,” Portwood quietly told Judge Happe.

For the sake of her daughter: Amber told the court that she was willing to do the program for the sake of her daughter Leah Shirley.

Also part of the plea deal is a $10,000 college trust fund that Portwood must set up for her daughter, Leah Shirley. She must also pay a $10 fine, $165 in court costs, and a $200 processing fee.

Portwood was arrested on December 19 for violating several terms of her probation.

On December 22 she was charged with Class D felony possession of a controlled substance – hydrocodone pills.

She will remain in Madison County Jail until her Drug Court hearing on Thursday.

Photo: Splash News

05
Feb
12

Cops shut down ‘Glee’ star’s house party?

Neighbors called the cops on Glee star Cory Monteith‘s birthday house party he threw for his friend on Saturday night.

According to TMZ:

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ cops were called to Monteith’s Hollywood Hills home at 4:30 AM because neighbors were complaining about the noise level.

We’re told cops spoke to Monteith and his roommate, who were both extremely nice to the officers.

In the end, we’re told Corey agreed to shut off the music and end the party — which was also attended by other cast members from “Glee” — but not before cops gave Corey’s roommate a ticket for the loud music.

Glee continues Tuesday at 8/7c on Fox.

Photo: Getty Images




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