Thursday, September 19, 2013

Tabloid: Kristen Stewart Dated Rupert Sanders AFTER His Divorce!

Tabloid: Kristen Stewart Dated Rupert Sanders AFTER His Divorce!

Kristen Stewart is losing her hair and Robert Pattinson is selling the home in which they lived together.

Could things get any worse for the actress? Actually... yes.

According to OK! Weekly, Stewart reportedly reached out to Rupert Sanders and briefly dated him long after news of their initial affair came to light.

Sources say Stewart and Sanders rekindled their romance after his divorce was finalized, while she was still trying to work things out with Pattinson, only for the director to finally pull the plug for good.

Liberty Ross, meanwhile, allegedly found out about Kristen's extended relationship with her ex-husband and "left a message" for her, the magazine claims.

The message "suggested she might as well sew a big letter ‘A’ on her chest, since she’s never really apologized to the now divorced mom," says an insider, referencing The Scarlet Letter.

Stewart did famously apologize to Rob soon after news of her cheating went public, but it sounds like she never made the same mea culpa to Ross. Should she have? Does she owe the model an apology?

Or should Liberty reserve her furor for Sanders, the man who actually stepped out on her and their kids?

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Jon Gosselin: Living in Log Cabin and Waiting Tables ... By Choice

Jon Gosselin: Living in Log Cabin and Waiting Tables ... By Choice

Jon Gosselin confirmed a recent report that he has been waiting tables to make ends meet, and is living in a log cabin with no TV or Internet to boot.

But, he says, this is a simpler life he chose for himself.

Jon: Smoked

Jon, who suffered through a messy divorce from Kate Gosselin in 2009, is serving restaurant patrons, he told Entertainment Tonight in an interview.

When the show went south, it was "next to nearly impossible to find work," has said, so he began working at Black Dog, a restaurant in Beckerville, Pa.

Jon reiterates that he is not scraping by or destitute.

"I don't know why people said that," he said. "Because I'm waiting tables ... is it really disgusting to think that because you wait tables ... that you're making ends meet."

Gosselin adds that he "was living the high life [years back] because everyone was paying for it" and that before taking his new job, he was a bit "nervous."

"I was like, 'How are people going to react?'" he said.

"But then I thought, 'Well it's fun and I get to talk to people and they technically already know me. They're like, 'Are you the guy?' and [I'm like] 'Yeah, I'm the guy.'"

Despite his downgraded income and a lawsuit filed by his ex-wife, who's suing him for computer hacking to help a friend's tell-all book, Jon still parties occasionally.

It's just on a slightly different level than back in the day.

"I've hit rock bottom like 20 times and then I just bounce back and go somewhere else," he added. "I don't regret anything, because you learn from your mistakes."

He certainly has a wealth of experience in that arena.

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Pope Francis Warns Catholic Church: Stop Being "Obsessed" with Homosexuality, Abortion

Pope Francis Warns Catholic Church: Stop Being "Obsessed" with Homosexuality, Abortion

Pope Francis has once again come out in favor of tolerance for all, regardless of sexual orientation.

A couple months after saying he is in no position to judge a gay person, the 76-year old pontiff gave an in-depth interview to Italian Jesuit magazine La Civilta Cattolica and reiterated this unexpected stance.

"We must always consider the person," Francis said. "In life, God accompanies persons, and we must accompany them, starting from their situation. It is necessary to accompany them with mercy. When that happens, the Holy Spirit inspires the priest to say the right thing."

The Pope does not believe his view veers from the teachings of the Catholic Church, saying God endorses the "existence" of all people with "love."

Contrasting himself with predecessor Pope Benedict - who staunchly believed the Church must stand by its core values - Francis warned that the organization focuses too harshly on a couple major issues:

Homosexuality and abortion.

"The church's pastoral ministry cannot be obsessed with the transmission of a disjointed multitude of doctrines to be imposed insistently," he said, adding: "We have to find a new balance. Otherwise, even the moral edifice of the church is likely to fall like a house of cards, losing the freshness and fragrance of the Gospel."

In conclusion, Francis encouraged a change in style and approach, along with a fresh narrative that worries less about what people do in their love or sex lives.

"We cannot insist only on issues related to abortion, gay marriage and the use of contraceptive methods. This is not possible," he said. "The teaching of the church, for that matter, is clear, and I am a son of the church, but it is not necessary to talk about these issues all the time."

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Kim Kardashian to Leave Reality TV, Put Family First?!?

Kim Kardashian to Leave Reality TV, Put Family First?!?

Kim Kardashian may soon undergo plastic surgery.

But, according to a new shocking report, this isn't the only change the new mother is considering.

Sources say Kim wants off Keeping Up with the Kardashians because she's all about privacy these days. She supposedly wants to move into a new mansion - without cameras in it! - and commit fully to raising daughter North West.

Kim's ultimate goal, according to the following video, is to stop appearing in weekly tabloids and to land the prestigious cover of Vogue. Will she accomplish her aim of essentially leaving the everyday spotlight?!?

Pray that she will, THGers, and then watch this report for more:

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Jared Leto Covers Rihanna: Listen Now!

Jared Leto Covers Rihanna: Listen Now!

He needs to pose naked a few more times. And he needs to take a beating from Chris Brown and then somehow forgive the singer.

But Jared Leto actually does a fairly strong impression of Rihanna!

The actor/artist and his band Thirty Second to Mars recently covered the superstar's "Stay" during a performance at the BBC Radio 1′s “Live Lounge” in London - and it's not half bad. It's actually very good.

Give the track a listen now:

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Epic Wheel of Fortune Snafu Costs Contestant Chance at $1 Million

Epic Wheel of Fortune Snafu Costs Contestant Chance at $1 Million

Pity Paul Atkinson, THGers.

On a Wheel of Fortune episode this week, the contestant landed on the $ 1 million wedge and was only a few steps away from winning the show's grandest prize.

First, however, he had to solve the puzzle, which appeared pretty darn easy because only one letter was missing from "Corner Curio Cabinet."

But Atkinson mispronounced one of the words… Pat Sajak could not accept his response… and the next player answered properly, leaving Atkinson full of regret and frustration, as you can see here:

“I was nervous! I’ve got Pat freaking Sajak to my immediate right... I’ve got lights and cameras in my face," Atkinson told ABC News. "I knew I messed up. I knew something awesome could've happened, but I totally goofed it."

At least Atkinson has game show snafu company:

Just last month, a 12-year old Jeopardy contestant lost out in the final round because he misspelled Emancipation Proclamation.

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Miley Cyrus: Dating Mike Will Made It?!?

Miley Cyrus: Dating Mike Will Made It?!?

Take this, Liam Hemsworth!

With Miley Cyrus' recent ex having hooked up with Eiza Gonzalez over the weekend, multiple outlets are now reporting that the 20-year old isn't exactly shedding any tears over her loss.

Because she has a new man of her own!

According to both The National Enquirer and Star Magazine, Miley is dating producer Mike Will Made It (real name: Michael Len Williams II), with whom she started working on "Bangerz" in February.

The pair walked the red carpet of last month's Video Music Awards together (looking quite comfortable) and Will has posted multiple flirtatious pictures of him and Miley on Instagram.

"Everyone knows they're hooking up," an insider tells Star.

So, did Miley actually cheat on Liam in that case? It doesn't appear that way: insiders now claim the couple broke up weeks ago, it just took awhile for the information to actually go public.

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5.3 Earthquake Hits Japan Near Fukushima Power Plant

5.3 Earthquake Hits Japan Near Fukushima Power Plant

Scary news today out of Asia:

An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter Scale has hit the Japanese prefecture that houses that nation's Fukushima power plant, the same one that was crippled when a tsunami struck in March 2011.

Fukushima Power Plant Pic

In response to today's event, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has ordered Tokyo Electric Power Co. to shut down all six reactors at the facility and focus on tackling pressing issues such as leaks of radioactive water.

Thus far, the company has not reported any abnormality in radiation or equipment after the earthquake.

The 2011 natural disaster resulted in three reactors melting, with officials confirming that radioactive groundwater has been seeping into the Pacific Ocean.

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Lauren Cohan Poses for Maxim, Looks GOOD

Lauren Cohan Poses for Maxim, Looks GOOD

Here's one way to divert attention from zombies: take off your clothes!

The Walking Dead star Lauren Cohan is featured in the latest issue of Maxim - and it's safe to say the woman behind Maggie is looking darn good. You are a very lucky man, Glenn!

  • Lauren Cohan Maxim Pic
  • Lauren Cohan Maxim Photo

Cohan, who credits her early days as a swimmer for her very impressive figure, also lets readers in on another secret: She crushes on Jeff Bridges! Sort of.

"It's not a romantic crush," the former Vampire Diaries actress explains. "It's just kind of an everything crush. I love him as an actor. I love his voice. I love his smile. Okay, now it sounds romantic - but it's not!"

Sure, Lauren, whatever you say.

But if Bridges or anyone else is looking to get with the beautiful star, she has some advice: be yourself. Be natural. Do NOT be corny.

"The worst pickup line is any pickup line, I think," she says.

The Walking Dead Season 4 kicks off on AMC on Sunday, October 13.

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Revenge Season 3 Promo: Make or Break Time

Revenge Season 3 Promo: Make or Break Time

It's make or break time for Emily Thorne on Revenge, which returns for an explosive third season Sunday, September 29, and is teased by a new ABC promo.

This preview makes it abundantly clear that after an uneven second season, "friends will turn," "enemies will fall" and "new threats will rise." All awesome!

What does it mean specifically? Aiden teams up with Victoria (?!) and Jack issues a threat to Emily, who plans the "Wedding of the Century" with Daniel.

The reasons, schemes and ulterior motives are unclear, of course, as are the circumstances that lead to one main character - spoiler alert - being shot.

Check out the extended promo for Revenge Season 3 below:

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Northampton Clown: Seeking to Amuse, Create "Harmless Fun"

Northampton Clown: Seeking to Amuse, Create "Harmless Fun"

Can't a dude dressed like one of Stephen King's most famous creations just have a bit of fun?

That's what the Northampton Clown is asking, as the man who has been terrorizing a town in England actually gave an interview this week in which he tried to calm the panic that has ensued since he started to randomly appear on street corners last Friday.

"I just want to amuse people," the costumed man tells the Northampton Chronicle & Echo. "It’s like watching a horror movie, when people get scared they usually start laughing… I hope many are starting to see it as a bit of harmless fun.”

The clown says he's been "absolutely amazed" by the negative reaction he's received, though Northampton Police Chief Constable Adrian Lee is not among those bothered by his unexplained sightings.

"If I met the clown, I would shake his hands to thank him for what he's doing," Lee says. "I think it's something to be enjoyed by us all."

In response to the fear of many residents, however, "The Clown Catcher" has also emerged in this British hamlet. He dresses in a purple superhero suit and says he comes "in peace," hoping to apprehend his foe.

But the clown says there is nothing to be afraid of, telling the publication that he'll keep doing his weird thing "for as long as people are interested," and then eerily adding on Facebook:

"I'll be seeing you soon! Beep Beep!!"

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Will and Jada Pinkett Smith Heard About Their Divorce Via Google Alert in Bed

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith Heard About Their Divorce Via Google Alert in Bed

Will Smith revealed that he learned about the alleged demise of his 15-year marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith recently while they were in bed together.

That's one hilariously awkward Google alert.

Smith opened up on Queen Latifah's talk show about how he learned of his better half seeking a divorce - one of many times that's been falsely reported.

"Like a year ago, there were all these rumors that me and Jada were getting a divorce. So I get the Google Alert, I'm laying in bed ... with Jada," he said.

"It says, 'Jada Pinkett Smith files for divorce.' So I'm like, 'This is crazy!'"

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, who also serve as executive producers on Latifah's show, have no plans of splitting, the actor reiterated once again.

He also got candid about the challenges of marriage overall.

"It's hard in relationships in general when people expect it to be easy. It's not easy. It's the individual most difficult thing that you're ever going to do in your life .

"Trying to handle the challenges of life and family and love, side by side for somebody for the rest of your life?" Smith asked rhetorically. "It's a battle."

One they're continuing to win, despite celebrity gossip rumors.

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Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth: When Did They Break Up?

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth: When Did They Break Up?

Don't burn Liam Hemsworth in effigy just yet, Smilers.

According to a new report, The Hunger Games star may not have cheated on Miley Cyrus this weekend when he was caught kissing Eiza Gonzalez... because he and the "Wrecking Ball" crooner actually ended their engagement weeks ago!

Reps for Miley and Liam confirmed the couple's split on Monday, but the following video details how Hemsworth and Cyrus called it quits soon after their last appearance together on August 8.

But Cyrus wanted to continue wearing her diamond ring and refused to acknowledge the break up to the media. Hmmm... are you buying this tale? There clearly has been turbulence between the twosome for some time.

Learn more now:

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Talk Like a Pirate Day: Arrrrrrgh You Kidding Me?

Talk Like a Pirate Day: Arrrrrrgh You Kidding Me?

International Talk Like a Pirate Day, an excuse for shenanigans for buccaneer enthusiasts across the seven seas, is apparently a thing. And it's today's thing!

Every September 19, businesses use the faux-holiday as an excuse for promotions, i.e. Long John Silver giving away free whitefish if you just say “Arrr!”

Krispy Kreme doles out donuts to anyone doing the same, which was awkward for this guy who just had an eye problem and didn't know, but fun for everyone else!

As for how to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day beyond the usual YARRRRRR-ing, that's really up to you and how devoted you are to this great idea.

We've put together some solid ideas after the jump:

  • Use "me" when you would have used "my."
  • Slur speech a lot. Get drunk if that helps.
  • Throw around random nautical references.
  • Walk around with a giant sword or knife.
  • Threaten people whenever possible.
  • Wear an Andrew McCutchen jersey.
  • Watch the Captain Phillips trailer.
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Kim Kardashian to Undergo Liposuction, Boob Lift?

Kim Kardashian to Undergo Liposuction, Boob Lift?

Kanye West may be pushing for a new baby, but an anonymous source claims Kim Kardashian is more focused on regaining her old body.

The reality star is struggling to become a Size 2 since giving birth to North West four months ago and is "always looking for a quick fix," a supposed friend tells Life & Style.

“Lipo, a boob lift and Botox are among the procedures on her hot-mama checklist,” alleges the tabloid, which then quotes an unnamed source and adds:

“Kim is still feeling very insecure about how her body has changed since giving birth. It is stretched and saggy in places and nowhere near as toned as she was in the past.”

Kanye, sadly, lost his mother to a plastic surgery procedure years ago, so he's very hesitant to allow Kim to go under the knife.

But "the way she looks is the most important thing to her," this insider says, meaning West may not have much of a say in the matter.

Kim is yet to make a full body public appearance since becoming a mother, although she did post a couple Keeping Up with the Kardashians set shots on Instagram this week. They depict the celebrity with blonde hair... yet give us no real idea of where her figure stands at the moment.

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Jesse Csincsak and Ann Lueders: Expecting Second Child!

Jesse Csincsak and Ann Lueders: Expecting Second Child!

Ann Lueders and Jesse Csincsak of The Bachelor and Bachelorette fame are expecting their second child together. They got married in 2010.

“Baby number two is due late March 2014,” Csincsak said.

No pressure, Desiree Hartsock and Chris Siegfried.

Jesse Csincsak and Ann Lueders Picture

“We are currently starting our second trimester so we don’t know the sex of the baby just yet. Number two will be a great addition to our family, completing us."

"I am hoping for a boy, but I’m sure Ann is secretly hoping for a girl to one day take over the fashion business she is building,” the dad-to-be added.

Their first-born, Noah, arrived in 2011.

Now based in the mountains of Colorado, the couple have no regrets about leaving Tinseltown behind and not trying to leverage any post-Bachelor fame.

“People, they get caught up in the free ride from the show and forget about real life,” he explained as to why so few reality couples make it through.

“Then when the show is over and the cameras and checkbook disappear, they don’t know how to act let alone have a successful relationship or start a family.”

Csincsak also has a word of warning to future TV pairings: “Stay as far away from producers and Hollywood as possible if they want their love story to work out."

"Go back to whatever it was you were doing before the show.”

Jesse Csincsak got engaged to DeAnna Pappas on The Bachelorette, but that didn't last. Ann was a contestant on The Bachelor who he met at a reunion event.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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Robert Pattinson to Sell Mansion He Shared with Kristen Stewart

Robert Pattinson to Sell Mansion He Shared with Kristen Stewart

Robert Pattinson truly is moving on.

On Monday, RealEstalker confirmed that the actor has placed the Los Angeles mansion he formerly shared with Kristen Stewart on the market.

He purchased the home for $ 6.25 million in 2011 and has now listed it for $ 6.75 million.

The residence is located in Los Feliz, has three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms and sits on 1.45 acres. It includes a pool and multiple terraces and used to belong to Noah Wyle.

Pattinson reportedly moved out of the home awhile ago, however, not long after splitting with Stewart in May.

But the decision to actually sell the property is yet another step in a direction far away from his ex-girlfriend and former castmate - and it may cause even more problems for Stewart.

She is allegedly losing her hair due to her single status and missing Rob from her life. So let's hope she isn't reading THG for once and has not yet seen this news.

Hang in there, Kristen!

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Miley Cyrus Earns First-Ever #1 Song with "Wrecking Ball"

Miley Cyrus Earns First-Ever #1 Song with "Wrecking Ball"

Miley Cyrus doesn't have time to worry about Liam Hemsworth or Eiza Gonzalez.

The singer is too busy celebrating her first-ever number-one hit!

Yes, despite (or perhaps due to) the controversy surrounding "Wrecking Ball," this song is a swinging success for Cyrus. It has overtaken Katy Perry's "Roar" at the top of the Billboard Hot 100, leaping 21 spots from its debut a week ago.

Miley Cyrus Holds Sledgehammer

Miley's previous biggest tracks - 2009's "Party in the U.S.A." and 2013's "We Can't Stop" - couldn't make it past number-two on the same chart.

The Wrecking Ball music video has also shattered the mark for most VEVO views in a 24-hour period and the single is number-one on Spotfiy with over 2.5 million U.S streams.

So even with her personal life a mess, Miley's professional life has never been better, as she documented on Twitter yesterday:

"#1 on Billboard. #1 on iTunes. #1 on Spotify. #1 on Streaming. #1 on Digital songs. #1 most added to pop radio. #1 on VEVO. #WreckingBall"

Moreover, Cyrus isn't even close to done: the album "Bangerz" comes out on October 18 and is already one of the top pre-sellers on iTunes.

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Zac Efron Cocaine Addiction Blamed on Bad Influences, Parental Problems, "Girl Issues"

Zac Efron Cocaine Addiction Blamed on Bad Influences, Parental Problems, "Girl Issues"

The surprises keep coming in regard to Zac Efron.

A few days after sources confirmed the actor secretly attended rehab in early 2013, and following rumors that this visit was due to a cocaine addiction, TMZ now has an update on the previous state of the star.

Efron allegedly attempted to kick his drug habit in March via an outpatient program in California, residing in a private home and talking to a counselor for several weeks.

But he then relapsed about a month later, not showing up on the set of the film Neighbors and eventually checking in to a second outpatient program.

Why did Efron fall prey to such a dangerous addiction? Insiders cite four main reasons:

  1. His controlling parents.
  2. His faltering movie career.
  3. "Girl issues," although the source was quick to say these did not include Vanessa Hudgens.
  4. A "bad" group of friends with a negative influence on Zac, most of whom are now out of his life.

Let's all hope and pray that really is the case and that Hollywood won't soon be shocked by another Cory Monteith type of tragedy.

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Big Brother 15 Winner: Andy Herren, GinaMarie Zimmerman or Spencer Clawson?

Big Brother 15 Winner: Andy Herren, GinaMarie Zimmerman or Spencer Clawson?

The winner of Big Brother 15 has been crowned at last. Did Andy Herren, GinaMarie Zimmerman or Spencer Clawson walk away with the top prize?

Let's find out how this controversial season ended ...

We join the final Head of Household competition Round 1, where Spencer Clawson is out pretty quickly and Andy Herren falls shortly thereafter.

GinaMarie Zimmerman had the upper hand heading into Round 2, but Andy eventually wins the final Head of Household and faces a tough debate.

He feels GinaMarie deserves to be in the finals (and vice versa), but bringing Spencer to the finals would guarantee victory. Because it's Spencer Clawson.

Andy chooses to evict Spencer. Speaks to his character.

Now it's up to the jury. Helen, Candice, Jessie, Amanda, Elissa, McCrae and of course, Aaryn Gries, will all get a vote in deciding this half million.

The jury grills GinaMarie Zimmerman and Andy Herren and they give their final speeches. Andy seems more confident, relaxed and ready to win.

Spencer votes for Andy, McCrae votes for Andy, Judd votes for GinaMarie, Elissa votes Andy, Amanda votes Andy and Aaryn's vote goes to GinaMarie.

Helen's vote is for Andy and he has the majority. It's over!

Andy Herren Photo

Not only did he play a good game, but he's a nice guy.

Seemed like he was one of the few who made it through a whole summer without uttering ugly slurs about people, and he made his way to the top.

Nice guys do finish first? In his case, by a 7-2 margin.

Congratulations, Andy Herren!

Good fight, Spencer and GinaMarie. Along with Aaryn, you both may have a hard time finding employment after you get back home, FYI. But good fight.

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America's Got Talent Results: Who Won?!?

America's Got Talent Results: Who Won?!?

Take a bow, Kenichi Ebina. You have the most talent in the country.

Following a summer of dazzling performances on NBC, this unique dancer was named the America's Got Talent champion last night, a few weeks after Howie Mandell named him the front runner, gushing over his unmatched abilities.

"It's amazing," Kenichi said after his victory. "I want to thank my wife and my daughter [for] being supportive all the way through and all the fans that support us."

Ebina defeated Taylor Williamson in the final vote, earning himself $ 1 million and a Las Vegas show in the process.

"I really do think Kenichi really deserves to win," Howard Stern said on Sirius radio after the finale. "I think the guy is an incredible talent, and for two reasons he deserves to win. Number one, he was great all season. And number two, he creates [his own material]...with singers who sing other people's songs, half of the challenge is over."

Do you agree with Stern's assessment? Did Kenichi Ebina deserve to win America's Got Talent?

 

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Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Ken Norton Dies; Former Heavyweight Champion Was 70

Ken Norton Dies; Former Heavyweight Champion Was 70

Ken Norton Sr., a one-time heavyweight boxing champion, died today at a hospital in Arizona where he had been rehabilitating from a stroke he suffered in 2012. He was 70 years old.

Friend and manager Patrick Tenore confirmed the news of Norton's passing.

Norton vs. Ali

Norton, who had congestive heart failure, defeated Muhammad Ali in 1973 and then lost a rematch to the iconic athlete later that same year.

He also fought Ali and lost again at Yankee Stadium in 1976.

Norton won the World Boxing Council title in 1978 and lost it after just a few months to Larry Holmes. He finished his career with a record of 42-7-1 (with 33 knockouts).

Norton attempting an acting career after he retired from the ring and his son won multiple Super Bowls as a linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers.

Our thoughts go out to his friends and loved ones.

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Bart Colantuono Dies; Ax Men Star Killed in Helicopter Crash

Bart Colantuono Dies; Ax Men Star Killed in Helicopter Crash

Very sad news this week out of Oregon:

Bart Colantuono, a pilot best known for his role in the History Channel's Ax Men, died in a helicopter accident near Detroit Lake on Monday. He was 54 years old.

Bart Colantuono Picture

According to Portland's KPTV, Colantuono was picking up a load of logs from the National Forest (en route to building a deck in Idanha, Oregon) when the crash took place.

Federal aviation investigators are looking into the cause of the incident, but witnesses say they heard logs fall to the group prior to the helicopter tumbling down, suggesting Colantuono released them because he was aware something was amiss.

Colantuono was the only passenger in the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

A native of Indialantic, Florida, Colantuono had over 15,000 hours as a pilot on his resume before this tragedy took place.

"We are extremely saddened to learn that a member of the Ax Men family, Bart Colantuono, passed away yesterday," a statement on the show's Facebook page reads.

"All of us at HISTORY and Original Productions, along with our Ax Men team, would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Bart. He was an important part of Ax Men when he appeared in Season 2 & 3 and his talents will be greatly missed."

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Clown Terrorizes Town in England, Leaves Residents Baffled

Clown Terrorizes Town in England, Leaves Residents Baffled

A man covered in white face paint and donning a curly red wig, ruffled collar, giant round nose and giant eyebrows is causing quite a stir in the British town of Northampton.

Yes, a clown is stalking the streets like Pennywise from Stephen King's It.

The creepy figure first appeared on Friday, September 13, with residents posting sightings of him on Twitter and no one quite sure what the heck is going on.

The clown is simply standing on street corners and holding balloons and a teddy bear, waving at those who pass by and… okay, this is freaking us out just to write about.

No wonder some have called the police.

A Facebook page titled "Spot Northampton's Clown" has been created and someone purporting to be the clown in question posted on it Monday, denying allegations that he's been knocking on neighborhood doors late at night.

“I ‘haven’t’ been knocking on houses and asking to paint window sills,” the individual wrote. "If what i am doing does get too much for people, I will have to stop.”

The clown also says he is not part of any PR stunt.

In response, a superhero dubbed The Clown Catcher and dressed like Superman has also taken to the streets in an attempt to protect citizens from the mysterious circus figure.

Really. We're not making any of this up. Watch the video above for more - and lock your doors tonight.

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Ty Warner, Beanie Babies Creator, Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

Ty Warner, Beanie Babies Creator, Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

Beanie Babies creator Ty Warner has been hit with a tax evasion penalty to the tune of $ 53.5 million. Of course, when you're worth a reported $ 2.3 billion ...

T. Warren

Warner was charged with federal tax evasion after allegedly failing to report more than $ 3 million in income earned in a Swiss bank account back in 2002.

The CEO struck a plea bargain with prosecutors to stay out of prison.

Ty was looking at five years in prison for the crime, but by agreeing to plead guilty to the tax evasion charge, and pay the penalty ASAP, he'll be free.

Warner's lawyer said Ty accepts responsibility, calling the debacle "an unfortunate situation that Mr. Warner has been trying to resolve for several years now."

Probably wishes he'd put all his money in Beanie Babies. Oh, wait ...

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Eiza Gonzalez vs. Miley Cyrus: Who Would You Rather?

Eiza Gonzalez vs. Miley Cyrus: Who Would You Rather?

Liam Hemsworth has apparently made his choice.

Now it's YOUR turn!

Just days after his confirmed split with Miley Cyrus, the actor was spotting kissing Eiza Gonzalez, a 23-year old actress/singer who he reportedly just met this weekend in Las Vegas.

Did the Australian star make the right call in (allegedly) ditching Miley for this Mexican beauty? Compare Gonzalez and Cyrus now and then decide: With whom would you rather swing your wrecking ball?

And the Winner is?

Liam Hemsworth allegedly chose Eiza Gonzalez over Miley Cyrus. Would you do the same? View Poll »

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Kate Middleton: Expecting Baby #2 Already?!

Kate Middleton: Expecting Baby #2 Already?!

Kate Middleton and Prince William, who just welcomed their first child July 22, already want another baby, according to a celebrity gossip tabloid report.

They're even "eyeing" being pregnant by Christmas, according to Life & Style.

Kate Middleton: Baby No. 2?

It seems crazy to think that not even two months after becoming parents, they're looking to get pregnant a second time, but does that mean it's untrue?

Their families were reportedly STUNNED by this "announcement" of theirs.

The proof, and how the tabloid would possibly know, of course, is unclear.

But the timing is perfect, the magazine claims, and the duo's siblings - Prince Harry and Pippa Middleton - reportedly helped influence the joyful decision.

We're sure Harry and Pippa are thrilled about their little nephew.

Whether Kate Middleton is already thinking about his sibling is another story. It's not out of the question, of course, given how well motherhood suits her.

For what it's worth, Kate's little sister is only 20 months younger than she, while the late Princess Diana had William and Harry 25 months apart.

William and Kate, both 31, may not wait long.

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Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner Bank $100K for Single Day of Work

Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner Bank $100K for Single Day of Work

When you're as rich as the Kardashians and the Jenners, you can make Christmas arrive in September.

A new report has come out that gives us an idea of just how well off these familys are, as teenagers Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner reportedly lent their name to an OPI nail polish line, posed for a one-day photo shoot - and earned $ 100,000 as a result.

Each.

The sisters shared an overall pot of $ 600,000 with siblings Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Kourtney Kardashian, as detailed in the following video.

Now, if you'll excuse us, we're gonna go throw up...

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Jennifer Aniston Pregnant? Rep Immediately Blasts Tabloid

Jennifer Aniston Pregnant? Rep Immediately Blasts Tabloid

Jennifer Aniston's longtime publicist immediately put a celebrity gossip tabloid on blast for the latest of many reports that his famous client is expecting.

After months of analyzing seemingly swollen bellies and mysteriously draped dresses, Us Weekly proclaims on its new cover: "Jen's big secret: pregnant!"

Stephen Huvane, in response, said: "Jennifer is NOT pregnant."

Jennifer Aniston's Pregnant (Not)

"The whole story is a complete fabrication," Huvane continues.

"All the way from a supposed canceled Smartwater shoot to Jennifer asking for a late check-out in Toronto and to her stylist having to rework her wardrobe."

"None of this ever happened," he reiterates to the N.Y. Post.

"Shame on Us magazine for once again getting it all wrong."

The reworked wardrobe nugget is a reference to the magazine's assertion that Aniston wore less-than-flattering plum strapless satin dress to premiere.

According to the celebrity gossip mainstay, she had her clothes overhauled following that alleged fashion faux pas, presumably to hide her big "secret."

Huvane similarly denied that the Vivienne Westwood gown, worn to the Toronto International Film Festival last week (above), was chosen to cloak her womb.

It's not the first false Jennifer Aniston pregnant rumor by a long shot. It won't be the last. But there's clearly no merit to it in any way, shape or form.

Case closed. Sorry about this week's sales, Us. Unless people actually buy it anyway, despite the obvious falsehoods, in which case, sorry for them.

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Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake Sing "Only Wanna Be With You" at Summer Camp

Jimmy Fallon, Justin Timberlake Sing "Only Wanna Be With You" at Summer Camp

Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake, as kids at summer camp, sing the '90s hit "Only Wanna Be With You" by Hootie & The Blowfish in a hilarious new skit.

On the most recent episode of NBC's Late Night, the friends and frequent collaborators took a trip down memory lane to their sleepaway camp days.

Rocking Justin's NSYNC-style frosted hair and braces (both of them did), the BFFs BELT out some Hootie & the Blowfish live from Lake Winnipesaukee.

Someone's GOT to get these two back on SNL ...

Fallon's been on kind of a roll lately. Don't miss his:

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Couple Gets Engaged on Episode of Bethenny

Couple Gets Engaged on Episode of Bethenny

It may not be a South Carolina tailgate or a Home Depot, but the set of Bethenny worked just fine for one couple yesterday.

During a segment on Bethenny Frankel's talk show, a man told the host that he didn't have a question for her, but rather a very important one for his girlfriend.

He turned to his love, asked for her hand in marriage... and she said YES! Hooray!

Watch now to see the proposal and to learn what Bethenny gifted the couple in celebration of the big news:

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Little Girl Dances Up a Storm at Wedding, Goes Viral

Little Girl Dances Up a Storm at Wedding, Goes Viral

A video of little girl dancing up a storm to "Gangnam Style" at a wedding is going viral and putting all adults at such events to shame. You. Got. Served.

Yes, we realize "Gangnam Style" is so 2012 ... but come on, people.

After stumbling upon this video of an adorable, talented youngster's repertoire of moves, it's impossible not to share and marvel at her future stardom.

We also can't help but smile and rock out to the PSY anthem again. She also gets down to Justin Bieber's "Baby," a mammoth 2010 hit, at the start.

Check out the new queen of the dance floor here:

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Ayvani Hope Perez, Kidnapped Georgia Girl, Found Alive After Amber Alert

Ayvani Hope Perez, Kidnapped Georgia Girl, Found Alive After Amber Alert

Ayvani Hope Perez, a 14-year-old Georgia girl kidnapped by two gunmen during a home invasion early Tuesday has been found alive, officials said.

Perez was in good health, officials said, and was being evaluated.

Ayvani Hope Perez Photo

A nationwide Amber Alert was issued after Ayvani was taken at about 2 a.m. Tuesday by armed men from her family's home in Ellenwood, a suburb of Atlanta.

Two suspects are in custody, Clayton County police chief Gregory Porter said at a news conference Wednesday, but officials are looking for other suspects.

Ayvani was found at a location in Conyers, Ga., "through hardcore law enforcement work," Porter said. He didn't release any more details of where or how.

"What's important is she's safe and she's with family," Porter said.

Conyers is about 25 miles from Ayvani's Ellenwood home.

According to Clayton County police, the two armed men pried open the back door and entered the house. Ayvani's mother hid with her two kids and poodle.

The men found them, and demanded money and jewelry. When Ayvani's mom said she didn't have much cash on her, the gunmen shot the dog and abducted Ayvani.

Her 15-year-old brother wasn't harmed, according to police.

The dog was taken to the vet, but did not survive.

Police said they do not have a motive for the kidnapping. Sketches of two suspects had been released to the public after the break-in at the Perez home.

Interestingly, police said those men were not the two that they had in custody, and were among the other possible suspects they were looking for.

The two suspects who are in custody are currently being held on immigration charges and conspiracy to kidnap, police said. Story developing ...

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Paula Patton "Backs It Up" on Al Roker, Defends Miley Cyrus Routine as "Great"

Paula Patton "Backs It Up" on Al Roker, Defends Miley Cyrus Routine as "Great"

Paula Patton is making the media rounds and continuing to defend both her husband, Robin Thicke, and his VMA grinding partner, Miley Cyrus.

Following an appearance on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live last night, the actress stopped by Today this morning and told anchors the same thing she told Andy Cohen:

What, exactly, did viewers expect from Miley?!?

"I don’t know what people thought Miley was going to do," Patton said. "Sit down and play piano like Alicia Keys? The song is about taking Molly!”

There was one difference between this interview and others Patton has given recently, however: she Twerked all up on Al Roker! Or at least she sort of tried to!

Watch Paula's moves and the weatherman's self-deprecating Today joke now:

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Eiza Gonzalez: Caught Kissing Liam Hemsworth!

Eiza Gonzalez: Caught Kissing Liam Hemsworth!

Turn away, Miley Cyrus. Turn away.

Two days after the singer officially broke off her engagement with Liam Hemsworth, and one day after the actor was spotted leaving his home with Eiza Gonzalez, The Hunger Games star has now been spotted actually making out with the Mexican singer/actress.

E! News has the photographic evidence of the Liam and Eiza spit swapping and you see it by clicking PLAY:

Insiders say Hemsworth and Gonzalez only "just met" in Las Vegas over the weekend, but they clearly hit it off, continuing to hang out upon their return to West Hollywood on Monday.

It remains unclear, however, where Liam's new fling fits into the timeline of his split with Cyrus.

Yes, it was announced on Monday. But rumors of an unstable relationship between the couple have been floating around all summer.

One report even says Hemsworth basically ended the romance, due to embarrassment and disgust over Miley's VMA performance.

For now, there are more questions than answers, with the exception of this: Liam has clearly moved on. When will Cyrus do the same?

And who should she date next?

 

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Kim Kardashian Christmas Photos: Selfies on Set!

Kim Kardashian Christmas Photos: Selfies on Set!

Give the Kardashians kredit: At least they're admitting to being fake in a new round of Instagram photos.

The family is apparently filming the Keeping Up with the Kardashians Christmas special this week, with a blonde Kim Kardashian posted two photos to her social media account.

In the first, she's sitting on a couch, surrounded by red and green; in the second (captioned "#SelfiesOnSet"), she's hanging with half-sister Kylie Jenner:

  • Kim Kardashian Christmas Photo
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"Long beautiful work day with the family! Shot a very fun Christmas special! Can't wait to share more later! Night! Xo," Kim Tweeted, failing to explain why she's celebrating this holiday in September.

But of all the things that baffle up regarding Kim Kardashian (chiefly, her popularity), we suppose this is one of the least pressing questions out there.

Happy phony holidays, THG readers!

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Man Pranked by Friends, Comes Home to Beer-Filled Pipes

Man Pranked by Friends, Comes Home to Beer-Filled Pipes

Best. Prank. Ever.

Yes, even better than Jimmy Kimmel's staged Twerking fail.

A man in New Zealand came home this week and turned on his kitchen faucet… only to discover beer flowing freely out of the tap. He then tried other sinks in the house. Same result.

How the heck did his friends pull this off? How did they fill his entire plumbing system with alcohol? And how did the prankee react when caught on camera by the pranksters? Watch now for some hilarious results:

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Joyce Giraud and Carlton Gebbia Confirmed for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 4

Joyce Giraud and Carlton Gebbia Confirmed for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 4

Joyce Giraud and Carlton Gebbia are officially in.

Following rumors that these two ladies would be joining Kyle Richards, Kim Richards, Brandi Glanville and Lisa Vanderpump on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 4, E! News has now confirmed the casting.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 4 Cast

Giraud (a Puerto Rican model/actress and runner-up for the 1998 Miss Universe crown) and Gebbia (a British designer and former soap opera star) will debut on the show's November 4th premiere.

Bravo sources say Giraud will befriend Kim and Kyle, while clashing with Glanville and Vanderpump, while Gebbia may become Lisa's protege.

Watch the first trailer for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 4 now:

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Madonna Gun Photo: Taking it Too Far (Again)?

Madonna Gun Photo: Taking it Too Far (Again)?

Madonna is making news for yet another photo involving her with a gun, not even 48 hours after the deadly Navy Yard shooting in Washington D.C.

While the singer is known for constantly pushing boundaries of decency, she's receiving tons of backlash for her latest stunt promoting her short film.

The upcoming endeavor, which has been dubbed SecretProjectRevolution, is said to be released next week in its entirety. Check out the photo in question:

Madonna Gun Photo

The scene shows Madonna pointing a gun at the floor, with bodies strewn around a living room, including one man who appears to be on top of a piano.

Madonna is seen in a pair of fishnet tights, a black leotard and wearing a black leather glove as she clutches the revolver tightly. What is this for, exactly?

According to the press release, the SecretProjectRevolution is aiming to "further freedom of expression and protect persecution." So, there's that.

Madonna also said in a statement:

"My goal is to show by the example of SecretProjectRevolution my creative commitment to inspire change in the world through artistic expression."

"I hope my film and other submissions to Art For Freedom will be a call-to-action and give people a place to voice their own creative expression."

This she says, will "help fight oppression, intolerance and complacency."

Madonna has never been accused of being intolerant or complacent, but some observers may be left with a bad taste in their mouths after this.

Critics have panned her decision to release a violent and graphic image in general, let alone so soon after the massacre that took place on Monday.

But this isn't a first for her. During last year's MDNA concert tour, she was highly criticized for her use of fake guns throughout the performance.

In August of last year, Madonna responded to the criticism:

"My show/Is a journey/The journey of a soul from darkness to light/It is part cinematic musical theater/Part spectacle and sometimes intimate Performance art."

"I do not condone violence or the use of guns. Rather they are symbols of wanting to appear strong and wanting to find a way to stop feelings that I find hurtful or damaging."

"In my case I want to stop the lies and hypocrisy of the church."

She decried "the intolerance of narrow minded cultures and societies I have experienced throughout my life and in some cases the pain I have felt from having my heart broken."

You tell us: Madonna using guns as performance art ...

 

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Josh Homme, Queens of the Stone Age Singer, RIPS Jay Z as "Kook" Who Can "Eff Off"

Josh Homme, Queens of the Stone Age Singer, RIPS Jay Z as "Kook" Who Can "Eff Off"

Queens of the Stone Age frontman Josh Homme is tearing into Jay Z regarding the rock group's treatment at his Made in America festival this summer.

Homme told CBC Radio 2's Strombo Show that Jay is a "kook" who uses extreme security practices and only gave them champagne for a photo op.

“He has his security frisking the bands on the way in," Homme said.

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"I just told them, 'If you open up my bag, I’m not playing, so I guess it’s up to you whether we are playing or not.' The idea they frisked all my guys, means you’re in some different place."

"No-one has ever done that [to me]."

It got worse from there, he says.

“He also gave us some champagne and wanted us to take a photo with it,” the 40-year-old singer said. “And I thought that’s not a gift that is a marketing tool."

"So I destroyed it. Because I thought it was rude overall."

"And you shouldn’t frisk my guys, you should fuck off.”

Jay Z had yet to address Homme's comments, but the rocker's remarks stand out because much of the entertainment community is wary of criticizing him.

If the allegations are true, though, it would seem that Beyonce's better half, who has reached full-on mogul status of late, has gotten too corporate.

What do you think of his comments?

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Supernatural Season 9 Preview: Hell-Raising!

Supernatural Season 9 Preview: Hell-Raising!

Supernatural returns for its ninth season on Tuesday, October 8.

The first promo showed us Dean concerned over the state of his brother, expressing shock to a doctor who claims that Sam's life is "in God's hands."

Here, we see more footage - and unanswered questions.

Can the fallen angel Ezekiel help Sam recover from the injuries he suffered after failing to complete the third trial at the end of Supernatural Season 8?

What will happen when Castiel is hunted by a group of very pissed off angels? And is that a familiar face - and sight for sore eyes - making his return?

Watch the Supernatural Season 9 trailer now and see:

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Elephant and Dog Play in Water, Are Total BFFs

Elephant and Dog Play in Water, Are Total BFFs

Well, this is easily the cutest thing ever.

An orphaned elephant in South Carolina named Bubbles has befriended a Black Labrador named Bella, as the two reside at Myrtle Beach Safari for Endangered Animals and regularly play together in the water.

As explained in the following video, Bubbles seems to take comfort in the presence of Bella, happily splashing around and letting the canine use his trunk as a jumping-off point for a game of catch.

Watch the animals interact now and take solace that there's still hope for this poor crying elephant:

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LSU Fraternity Apologizes for Horribly Offensive Kent State Massacre Sign

LSU Fraternity Apologizes for Horribly Offensive Kent State Massacre Sign

Rest easy, Miley Cyrus. You are no longer the most offensive individual in the country.

An LSU fraternity has apologized for hanging a sign Saturday that referenced the deadly 1970 shooting on the campus of Kent State, prior to the schools doing battle on the football field.

The sign read: "Getting Massacred Is Nothing New to Kent St."
 

LSU Fraternity Sign

On May 4, 1970, National Guard officers opened fire on protesting students, killing four in the process.

A spokesman for Kent State condemned the LSU sign as "inappropriate" and the university's DKE chapter eventually agreed, issuing the following apology on Sunday:

We, the men of Zeta Zeta, formally apologize to your entire community for the banner that was hung from our house this past weekend. The sign was inappropriate and should never have been hung in the first place. We hope that the Kent State community can forgive our action and accept our sincere apologies.

We apologize not only to the community of Kent State, but also to those who were personally affected by this tragedy in American history. Hanging the banner was a poor attempt at humor.  We, as young college students, did not grasp the full scoop of the tragedy and it's long lasting effects.

This is not how we would like to represent our fraternity as well as our school, and we certainly hope we did not put a negative spin on your school's visit to Louisiana State University.

Of course, LSU fraternities are notorious for controversial banners.

DKE was also criticized last year for one that used the Aurora, Colorado shooting as fodder and read "Like The Batman Premiere, We're Starting Off With A Bang," while another in relation to the LSU/UAB tilt read:

"It's Gonna Be a Gas. Syriasly."

There was also the "Only Winner from Florida is Casey Anthony" banner, which is simply false. What about Tim Tebow?!?

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Matt Nordgren: Dating Lindsay Lohan For Some Reason!

Matt Nordgren: Dating Lindsay Lohan For Some Reason!

Lindsay Lohan has a new boyfriend in former college and NFL football player Matt Nordgren, who also starred on the 2011 Bravo reality show Most Eligible Dallas.

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Matt Nordgren has previously been romantically linked to ­Vienna Girardi (seriously) Audrina Patridge (seriously) and Taylor Armstrong (yes, also seriously).

You could say that he gets around the D-list circuit, and HARD.

“We’ve hung out," he recently told Page Six, regarding LiLo.

"But I've been a friend trying to support her for many years.”

Is it working? From the sounds of it ...

"She's completely sober now," Matt Nordgren added of Lindsay Lohan. "She's in a great place and working hard and meeting with all the right people."

The 30-year-old Dallas native is one of them.

Matt Nordgren and Lindsay Lohan

A partner in his family's energy conservation firm Nordco, Inc. he has been good for her, according to one pal, despite his reality TV dating record.

First and foremost, she is committed to her fresh start, and in Matt, she's apparently found a guy who takes that seriously and doesn't have ulterior motives.

"She is very happy and very committed to staying sober," says the friend. "He drinks but not irresponsibly or in front of her. He is close to her whole family."

Given Dina Lohan's DUI arrest and Michael Lohan ... being Michael Lohan, we're not sure that's a good thing. But we wish the couple all the best.

How long do you think it will last?

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