Mel Gibson was supposed to be doing a cameo for Hangover 2 but at the literal last minute, they had a change of heart and dumped him.

Director Todd Phillips attempted to explain,

“I thought Mel would have been great in the movie and I had the full backing of Jeff Robinov and his team. But I realize filmmaking is a collaborative effort, and this decision ultimately did not have the full support of my entire cast and crew.”

Word around the set suggests that Zach Galifianakis was the main reason Mel Gibson got axed.  There were other complaints, but Zach was the main voice.  Also it should be noted that Bradley Coopper was not among the protesters.  I think it would actually make good business sense to put Mel Gibson in the role.

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One source pointed out,

“It’s such hypocrisy. They cast a convicted rapist [Mike Tyson] but 86′d Mel.”

Good point.  What do you think?  Did they screw up?  Or are you glad that you don’t have to see Mel Gibson in one of the funniest movies ever?

BREAKING NEWS – Lindsay Lohan Gets Sent Back To Betty Ford Rehab NO MORE JAIL TIME

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Back in April, during the very public breakup between Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush, serious allegations came up that Kim cheated on Reggie with Kanye West, claiming it was only a one night stand.

Well, now things seem to be going back in that direction.  Kim is single again after her quick fling with Miles Austin.  Kim and Kanye West were spotted at Bijan’s Bistro in Chicago three days ago (19th.)

The local jazz singer that was eating there too Brian Schyler, a local jazz singer who was also dining at the late-night restaurant, tells In Touch exclusively, told In Touch,

“Kanye had his arm around her all evening!” And Kim sat extra-close to Kanye until the wee hours of the morning. “He was rubbing her knee all night — they definitely looked like a couple.”

I don’t know if I’d call them a couple.  Kim has been making it very clear that she’s trying to do the “single thing” and that she’s not good at it.  But I just can’t see her getting serious with Kanye West.  He’s a jerk with diamonds for teeth for Pete’s sake!

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Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter, and Geoffrey Rush were all laughs at the BFI London Film Festival: ‘The King’s Speech’ UK film premiere held at the Odeon Leicester Square in London.  It looks like this was the place to be for the good times.  Colin Firth was “attacking” Geoffrey Rush and Helena was in stitches.  Hilarious!

Helena Bonham Carter Recycles Half An Outfit But Looks Good Doing It

I love these kinds of snaps of the celebs.  It’s like the blooper reel at the end of a movie.

Check out Claire Danes.  She’s got a look!  I think she and Helena were coordinating on their dresses.  Cute.

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This photo (above) of Taylor Swift arriving at the rear entrance to Whitleys Shopping Center in London caught my eye.  She looks like a picture perfect postcard. Yeah, this is like a photoshopped mag cover.  Gorgeous!

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Taylor has to be glowing from the hype she’s receiving for her upcoming album, Speak Now that releases in just four days, October 25.

This album is like Taylor Swift’s diary set to music.  It’s very personal and I am certain will be her best yet.  Awards shows… watch out, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet!

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Here are today’s Backseat Birthday shout outs!

1938 – Christopher Lloyd (actor) – 72
1942 – Annette Funicello (actress) – 68
1952 – Jeff Goldblum (actor) – 58
1968 - Shaggy (singer) – 42
1990 – Jonathan Lipnicki (actor) – 20

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Surely many a Gleek has had this fantasy already:  Lea Michele, Dianna Agron and Cory Monteith cavorting together in various stages of undress.  How kind of GQ and photographer Terry Richardson to bring that vision to life in its November 2010 issue.   Lea sucking a lollipop in her undies?  Yes, please.

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This photoshoot has already caused a good amount of controversy.  Evidently some Glee fans don’t like the idea of adult actors who play high school students posing in their skivvies.  And the Parents Television Council used two pretty loaded words to articulate their disapproval:  pedophilia and pornographic.

“It is disturbing that GQ, which is explicitly written for adult men, is sexualizing the actresses who play high school-aged characters on ‘Glee’ in this way. It borders on pedophilia. By authorizing this kind of near-pornographic display, the creators of the program have established their intentions on the show’s direction. And it isn’t good for families.”

Jim Nelson, editor-in-chief of GQ, responded:

“The Parents Television Council must not be watching much TV these days and should learn to divide reality from fantasy.  As often happens in Hollywood, these ‘kids’ are in their twenties. Cory Montieth’s almost 30! I think they’re old enough to do what they want.”

I’ll admit that it did feel dirty to look at these pictures for the first time.  The word “pedophile” definitely did go through my mind.  But.  If the Parents Television Council thinks that this is the first instance of Glee‘s creators sexualizing the female characters on the show, then Nelson is right – they haven’t been paying much attention.  The show pushes the envelope of appropriateness as a “family show” more and more every week.

So what do you think, Cuddlers?  Sound off and let us know!

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So Deanna Favre, wife to the scandalous Brett Favre went on Good Morning America to promote her book, because anyone who’s not anyone has a book now.

Anyhow, she had agreed to respond to the Brett Farve manparts scandal.  When Robin Roberts pointed out that Brett hasn’t denied anything, Deanna gave the whole, “Faith is getting me through this Robin.”

Okay, faith is good.  It’s great.  BUT, that is admitting that Brett is guilty in my eyes.  He’s not denying it.  She’s not denying it.  Brett Favre is just another dirty celebrity who has infidelity issues.

Next!

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The new Twilight Zone movie has a screenwriter by the name of Jason Rothenberg.

Screenwriter Jason Rothenberg has been hired to write a new draft of the film…

…Because prior revivals of The Twilight Zone have all relied in part upon remakes of original episodes, Deadline’s article supposes that we’re in for more new takes on classic tales originally penned by series creator Rod Serling and writers such as Richard Matheson.

So don’t expect anything completely original but it should be fun to watch once it finally comes out. I’m a big fan of the old series, nothing has quite captured that same feel in modern TV remakes or movies, maybe this will change that.

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The City’s Whitney Port is heading back to L.A.  She’s in the process of packing up her apartment to get back to her sunny California.

Whitney tells In Touch,

“I really love LA. My family is here, and I just love the vibe.”

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Plus her boyfriend Ben Nemtin is a big reason,

“He’s so great — we’re just really happy and lucky to have found each other.  I don’t know if he’s The One, but I’ve never been happier!”

Whitney will be hosting the Bowl for a Better L.A. event on October 22 and who knows what else?  Maybe a guest appearance or two on Lauren Conrad’s new show?

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Jersey Shore’s Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino has busted out something new.  A book!  He couldn’t cut a rug well on Dancing With The Stars, but can he write a decent book?

The book’s title?  Here’s the Situation: A Guide to Creeping on Chicks, Avoiding Grenades and Getting in Your GTL on the Jersey Shore.

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Referred to as “the bible for Situation Nation,”  the book is sure to be some sort of hit and will arrive in stores on November 2.

Do you think that The Situation could give you some meaningful tips on life?  Yeah, me either.  But it might make for some good comedy reading?

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