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AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS UPDATE: MiJac wins 4; Taylor Swift wins 5; Jenny Lopez falls (Video)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Michael Jackson made history by posthumously winning four American Music Awards on Sunday night, but he couldn't beat Taylor Swift as the year's favorite artist and the evening's top winner.

OPRAH'S CABLE NETWORK TO DEBUT IN JAN. 2011: OWN to launch in about 80 million homes in place of Discovery Health Channel.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Oprah's new cable network OWN will debut in January 2011 -- eight months before Oprah Winfrey's syndicated talk show airs its final episode and three years after the joint venture with Discovery Communications was originally formed.

GAYLE KING TO FILL OPRAH'S DAYTIME VOID?: Word is she's in talks with CBS to host her own talk show.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*It certainly pays to have the title of "Oprah's Best Friend." According to the New York Post, Gayle King is reportedly meeting with CBS to discuss plans for a possible talk show after "The Oprah Winfrey Show" exits in 2011.

TONI BRAXTON'S TALKING: Diva Explains That Soul Train Awards Kiss To Wendy (Video)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Ever since singers Toni Braxton and Trey Songz exchanged that eyebrow raising kiss at the end of their duet at the recent Soul Train Awards, tongues have been wagging.

RIHANNA CONSTANTLY REMINDED OF CHRIS: 'When 'his music' comes on the radio, I don't ... turn it off,' she says. Plus, Tristan Wilds rumor denied.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Rihanna admits that she still has moments of missing her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown, despite their rocky history.

JAY-Z STIFF ARMS VICTORIA'S SECRET MODELS: Rapper reportedly refused to be photographed with ladies 'out of respect' for wifey.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*The New York Post's Page Six reported that Jay-Z refused to be photographed with the Victoria's Secret models at Thursday's fashion show and after party for fear of upsetting his wife, Beyonc�.

DIDDY'S $3 MILLION B'DAY BASH DETAILED: Jay-Z, Bono, Martha Stewart, Kim Kardashian, Denzel among guests.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Sean "Diddy" Combs celebrated his 40th birthday with a $3 million party at New York's Plaza Hotel for 500 guests, including Jay-Z, Bono, Nelly, Martha Stewart, Christy Turlington, Zac Posen, Kim Kardashian and Denzel Washington.

O.J. 'BUFF' AND 'PREACHING RACIAL HARMONY' IN JAIL: New York Post offers update on Simpson's goings-on behind bars.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*The New York Post has written a lengthy article on O.J. Simpson's jailhouse transformation into a "buff, fearless jailbird who preaches racial harmony among his fellow inmates while lapping up pulp fiction and pro wrestling."

MOTOWN'S 50TH DRAWS GORDY, STEVIE, ARETHA: Concert fundraiser honors label founder while raising money for museum.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Motown Record's 50th anniversary was celebrated in its Detroit hometown Saturday with an all-star lineup of talent from the historic label joining non-Motown Motor City heroes to perform in concert.

MICHAEL'S MOONWALK GLOVE SELLS FOR $350K: Winning bidder buys on behalf of a hotel in Macau.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*The modified golf glove Michael Jackson wore on his left hand for his moonwalk on Motown's 25th anniversary TV special in 1983 was auctioned off Saturday for $350,000 ? plus tax.

CONRAD MURRAY BOUGHT MJ'S PROPOFOL: Search warrant records show Jackson's personal doc bought it in Vegas and shipped it to L.A.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Court documents have revealed that the powerful anesthetic recovered from Michael Jackson's bedside after he died was purchased in Nevada by his doctor, Conrad Murray, who had it shipped to California, reports the Associated Press.

NY REPORTER DOMINIC CARTER CONVICTED: Reporter found guilty of attempted assault on his wife.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Cable television newsman Dominic Carter, an influential reporter on New York politics, was convicted Friday of third-degree attempted assault on his wife and could face up to three months in jail, reports the Associated Press.

IDRIS ELBA JOINS CAST OF 'THOR': Marvel comic adaptation is being directed by Kenneth Branagh.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Actor Idris Elba has joined the cast of "Thor," Marvel Studios' film centering on the Norse god of thunder.

EUR DVD REVIEW: The Ugly Truth

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Abby Richter (Katherine Heigl) is the producer of a TV morning show in Sacramento suffering from poor ratings. Morale in the studio is so low that crew members have begun bickering with each other, even co-hosts Georgia (Cheryl Hines) and Larry Redding (John Michael Higgins) who happen to be married to each other.

EMINEM POSTPONES 'RELAPSE 2': Rapper will instead re-release current 'Relapse' with new material.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Eminem has decided to put off his planned "Relapse 2" album - originally scheduled for a late 2009 release - to next year, according to Billboard.com. But on Dec. 21 he'll re-release his current "Relapse" CD with seven bonus tracks.

ITTY BITTY BITS: Fantasia a 'homewrecker?'; Nicole Richie home from hospital; Heidi takes Seal's name; Beckford's donuts; Obamas at Sasha's school.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Star Magazine is reporting that Fantasia Barrino is dating a married man. Antwaun Cook, a 30-year-old father of two, allegedly left his teacher wife and their 4- and 1-year-old sons ? and moved into the "American Idol" winner's $1.3 million mansion in North Carolina.

THE EURweb FREE-4-ALL PAGE/BOARD: Talk about the stories we didn't cover in this issue.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

Just like the headline says, this page/board is where you can discuss the stuff that we didn't cover in today's issue. (It's sort of like feedback with a twist) Remember, NO name calling, racial taunting, graphic sex talk and vulgarity in general, PLEASE.

11-24-09 EUR ALL ON ONE PAGE

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

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'PRINCESS AND THE FROG' PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON WALT DISNEY: Some say he was racist; LA Times article says it's more complicated than that.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*It's been a long time coming, but is the opening this week of "The Princess and the Frog" an event that, if you believe Disney detractors, will have old Walt spinning in his grave (or his cryogenic chamber).

TONI BRAXTON'S TALKING: Diva Explains That Soul Train Awards Kiss To Wendy (Video)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Ever since singers Toni Braxton and Trey Songz exchanged that eyebrow raising kiss at the end of their duet at the recent Soul Train Awards, tongues have been wagging.

16-YR-OLD COLLEGE STUDENT/ENTREPRENEUR: Tevyn Cole makes it cool to be smart with educational clothing line.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Tevyn Cole launched School Me Clothing when he was only 10 yrs. old. Six years later, the young man is still pushing forward with his mission - to educate his peers through fashion.

SNIPES APPEALS TAX CONVICTION: Says 3-year sentence 'unreasonable.'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

Wesley Snipes' attorneys asked a federal appeals court Friday to review an "unreasonable" three-year prison sentence for the film star, who was convicted a year ago on federal tax charges.

OPRAH TO END DAILY SHOW IN 2011: Watch as she tells why she's walking away. (Video)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Oprah Winfrey will reportedly end her talk show in September, 2011 after its 25th season on the air, and will spend the ensuing years focusing on her new cable network OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network).

CHRIS BROWN LAUDED AT UPDATE HEARING: Judge said, 'We have a progress report and it's extremely favorable.'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Chris Brown was praised for being on his best behavior since being sentenced to probation in his assault case.

JAYSON WILLIAMS TO TAKE DEAL IN SHOOTING: Former NBA star will agree to 3 years in prison according to sources.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Retired NBA star Jayson Williams has agreed to a plea deal that would send him to prison for up to three years for accidentally shooting a driver at his New Jersey estate in 2002.

AARON HALL'S NEW CAREER: Dog Whisperer? Yes ... And He's Excellent! (Video)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*We knew Aaron had a special way with the ladies, but he's parlayed that talent into another industry. He has tapped into his inner dog and has become a Dog Whisperer.

ALICIA KEYS TO LAUNCH LINE OF JEWELRY: Singer teams with designer for collection of necklaces.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*Alicia Keys is getting into the bling business with a new line of necklaces in partnership with The Barber's Daughters designer Gisele Theriault.

DISNEY'S BLACK PRINCESS ALREADY A HIT: Tiana outselling other Disney Princess merchandise by double digit percentages.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*"The Princess and the Frog" merchandise is apparently flying off the shelves despite the film being weeks away from its debut in theaters.

SCALPERS STUCK WITH CHRIS BROWN TIX: Folks trying to make money off of his LA concert met with low demand.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*The New York Daily News found some disgruntled ticket scalpers who said they had trouble reselling tickets for Chris Brown's sold-out "Fan Appreciation" concert in Hollywood this week.

PRECIOUS WINS PGA AWARD: Producers Guild of America gives film its Stanley Kramer honor.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 PST

*The Producers Guild of America will present the producers of "Precious: Based on the Novel ?Push' by Sapphire" with its Stanley Kramer Award at the 21st Annual PGA Awards ceremony on Jan. 24 at the Hollywood Palladium.