Former House of Dior designer John Galliano is issuing an apology for his behavior and remarks culminating in an arrest in Paris in February (see that story here.)

The British designer, who virtually resurrected the venerable fashion house when hired, has been fired and is reportedly in rehab, issued the following apology:

In a statement he said “anti-Semitism and racism have no part in our society. I unreservedly apologise for my behavior in causing any offence…I only have myself to blame. I am seeking help and all I can hope for is time to address the personal failure which led to these circumstances.”

Galliano goes on to say that he felt provoked and attacked and lashed out at the aggressors:

In the statement he said, “I was subjected to verbal harassment and unprovoked assault when an individual tried to hit me with a chair having taken violent exception to my look and my clothing.”

The 50 year-old is facing a possible six months in jail if convicted of the anti-Semitic remarks in France.

Galliano’s design shows with House of Dior will still take place Friday, March 4th and his own label’s show will run on Sunday, March 6th. The designer will reportedly not be present and stay in treatment.

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The Biebs delivered!

Justin Bieber gave his famous swoop ‘do the heave ho in late January and decided to do something positive with his clippings.

The singer appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and told Ellen that she could have the hair and auction it off to support charity.

DeGeneres did just that and the eBay auction was very successful. The bidding closed out at $40,668! Nice!

The Gentle Barn is the recipient of that tidy sum, an organization dedicated to helping disabled and disadvantaged kids with rescue animals.

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Katie Holmes has decided that Star Magazine went to far and has filed a $50 million libel suit against the publication.

The cover says “Katie Drug Shocker” with a small tag above “Addiction Nightmare” and below “The Real Reason She Can’t Leave Tom.” The story inside is about Holmes allegedly being hooked on Scientology’s e-meter which according to Star, gives church members a euphoric feeling – no drugs involved.

Holmes and her attorney, Bert Fields say the cover is misleading and a kind of written bait and switch:

“Not only do they cruelly defame Katie, they play a cheap trick on the public, making ridiculously false claims on the cover unsupported by anything inside. Someone should bring a class action to get all buyers their money back.”

The publishers (American Media, Inc.) feel they have justified the language used on the cover with the story, claiming that they have former church members to back it up:

“The physical effect of the e-meter on its users is a matter of significant public concern and we plan to vigorously defend the suit filed by Ms. Holmes. Many ex-scientologists have testified that the e-meter sessions have mood elevating effects. The cover and the inside article discuss these effects.”

Holmes herself says:

“Of all the fabricated stories that continue to be published about me, this instance is beyond the pale. The publisher knew this outrageous story was false and printed it anyway to sell magazines.”

So what do you think? Sound off below.

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Rolling Stone has chosen Jersey Shore cast member Nicole “Snooki“ Polizzi for the April 2011 cover.

Polizzi says it’s hard to watch herself on the super popular MTV show because she doesn’t always like how she acts:

“If I do something stupid, which is pretty much the whole time, I hate it,” she says. “I just hate it. Obviously, they’re only going to put the good stuff in, and the good stuff is us drunk, so all I’m seeing is me drunk and falling down. That’s how I am when I party, but some of the stuff I do is, like, ‘Really, Nicole?’ I look like a freakin’ alcoholic. I’m like, ‘You’re sweating, your makeup is running, you look gross.’ I just look like s**t.”

Regardless of her current actions on camera, Polizzi feels she can position herself now for the future:

“When Jersey Shore ends I’m going to do more spinoffs,” she says. “If MTV doesn’t want them, another network will be, like, ‘What does Snooki do now?’ or ‘Snooki’s getting married!’ What I’d like is to turn out like Jessica Simpson, with her whole brand. She makes millions…I’m trying to build an empire, because after this I can’t get a normal job. I mean, how do I go and sit behind a desk?”

Polizzi and the rest of the cast are heading to Italy for season 4 of Shore.

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Here are the two new posters for the upcoming prequel X-Men: First Class.

I like the refection effect on these posters but this movie isn’t looking all that great to me overall. The first two X-Men movies were the only good ones so far and Bryan Singer directed both.  I’m hoping his involvement as the film’s producer will help bring back the magic.

Source: IMP Awards

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Anne Hathaway was previously known to be starring in the upcoming mega-sequel The Dark Knight Rises, but her character is only listed as Selina Kyle (Catwoman’s alter ego). People have wondered if Catwoman would actually make an appearance. Well, wonder no more! Anne Hathaway confirmed it during her interview with Oprah after the Oscars! Check it out!

I was already expecting Catwoman would appear, but I’m glad to hear it’s a for-sure thing. I’m having a hard time imagining her as Catwoman, but she’s very talented. With Christopher Nolan to guide her, I’m sure she’ll be great in the role. What do you think? Would you have chosen somebody else?

Source: YouTube

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Here are some fresh new details including a video clip and all new images from the upcoming Pixar short film Toy Story: Hawaiian Vacation.

Director Gary Rydstrom said,

We wanted to figure out a story that would include everybody, which is crazy because it is under six minutes. It takes place in Bonnie’s room — Woody, Buzz and Rex and everybody is in on it. Ken wants to take Barbie on a perfect vacation to Hawaii by stowing away in Bonnie’s backpack, but they get left behind in the middle of winter while she goes off without them. Ken kind of screwed up. [Laughs] Barbie probably does all the planning, and he tried to plan this one.

This is just the first of two Toy Story shorts coming out this year! The other one will be attached to The Muppet’s this holiday season. Details haven’t been announced for the second one yet, but I’m looking forward to Hawaiian Vacation! Unfortunately it’s attached to Cars 2, which I couldn’t care less about.

Source: /Film

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Miley Cyrus is this week’s host for Saturday Night Live.

The teenager is working on making the transition from Disney kid star to big screen actress and hopes to show off her skills on SNL, Saturday, March 5th.

Musical guest is The Strokes.

Check the promos out and tell us – are you looking forward to Miley’s show Saturday?

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Keith Richards’ daughter, Theodora Richards, was arrested in New York City Tuesday night when the model was found by patrol officers allegedly scrawling graffiti on a wall outside a Manhattan club.

Theodora had a paint marker with her and wrote T N A (some sites are reporting it was T “Heart” A) on the side of a Soho building. Upon taking her into custody for the graffiti offense, the model was found to have a small amount of marijuana on her as well.

Theodora is the daughter of Keith and Patti Hansen. The 25 year-old offspring has modeled for Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger.

Apple. Tree.

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ABC unveiled it’s official line up of celebrity and professional pairings for this season’s Dancing With the Stars. Six pairs were announced on Good Morning America and the others online.

Here is the full list for season 12:

Kirstie Alley and Maksim Chmerkovskiy
Wendy Williams and Tony Dovolani
Kendra Wilkinson and Louis van Amstel
Chelsea Kane and Mark Ballas
Ralph Macchio and Karina Smirnoff
Romeo and Chelsie Hightower
Chris Jericho and Cheryl Burke
Sugar Ray Leonard and Anna Trebunsakaya
Hines Ward and Kym Johnson
Mike Catherwood and Lacey Schwimmer

DWTS has it’s first episode on Monday, March 21st when the couples will dance either the Fox Trot or Cha Cha.

[image: ABC/Adam Larkey]

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