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Neil Gaiman Continuing Beloved Series
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Philadelphia — The Sandman is returning to Vertigo comics under the influence of writer Neil Gaiman.
Shelly Bond, executive editor of the imprint of DC Entertainment, said Monday that Gaiman is working with artist J.H. Williams III to tell stories of Morpheus' world before he was captured. Titled "The Sandman: Overture," the new series will appear bi-monthly starting Oct. 30 in comic shops and digitally, too.
Gaiman last penned stories in the realm of the Endless more than a decade ago. His telling of Sandman has sold more than 7 million copies in nine languages by combining epic story with mythology in a comic medium.
DC Entertainment president Diane Nelson called the return to the "lush, evocative world" Gaiman created with Sandman "a literary event."
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Vertigo: http://www.vertigocomics.com/ »
- AP
Photos: You No Longer Have To Keep Up With The Joneses
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You no longer have to try to "keep up with the Joneses" -- because you can actually be them. Dudley Mansion, a house that was once owned by the couple that allegedly inspired the popular phrase, is now for sale.
Located in Wilmington, North Carolina, the manse was built in 1825 by the state's first elected governor, Edward B. Dudley. A mere 60 years later, Pembroke and Sarah Jones bought the property. According to a press release by Coldwell Banker, many suggest that their lavish parties and overall fabulousness led them to be the epitome of the good life, and a source of envy for friends and neighbors.
But, if you've got $1.2 million, you too could get a piece of the action. According to the listing, the home has five bedrooms and three full baths. There's also a gourmet kitchen, nine fireplaces and a media room. If you don't happen to have that cash, »
- The Huffington Post
Is An Oasis Reunion On The Cards? And At Glastonbury?
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Will the stars align for an Oasis reunion? Stranger things have happened.
True, Liam and Noel Gallagher had a famously turbulent professional relationship throughout their 18 years at the helm of one of Britain's most successful bands.
Noel and Liam Gallagher - is musical blood thicker than water?
And true, after their final showdown in 2009, backstage at a gig in Paris which then had to be cancelled, Noel confirmed that he had left the band, explaining: "I simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer."
And both have gone on to have some success with their respective musical projects, Liam continuing with the other members of Oasis under the Beady Eye moniker and Noel with his solo project, High Flying Birds.
But... it's generally acknowledged that the magical chemistry which saw them sell 70 million records has not been replaced, and now even Liam is hinting there may be a thaw in the air. »
- The Huffington Post UK
'The Bible' Follow-Up Heading To NBC
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NBC will air Mark Burnett's follow-up to his History Channel series "The Bible."
"The Bible" delivered huge numbers for History. Its premiere had more than 13 million viewers and the finale on Easter Sunday had 11.7 million viewers. Jennifer Salke, president of NBC Entertainment, and Bob Greenblatt, chairman of NBC Entertainment, praised Burnett.
“I followed the development process of 'The Bible' closely with Mark and knew that the story was far from over after Christ’s Crucifixion. In fact, what happened in the aftermath -- which is essentially the beginning of Christianity -- is utterly fascinating," Greenblatt said in a statement. "The day after 'The Bible' premiered, I told Mark we were on board with no hesitation for the follow-up miniseries. This will be attention-getting in every way, and we're proud to continue our association with Mark which has just grown exponentially from 'The Voice.' »
- Chris Harnick
'What Would Tami Taylor Do?'
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Planned Parenthood and Connie Britton -- that's Mrs. Coach to you "Friday Night Lights" fans -- have partnered for a new T-shirt asking the ever-important question: What would Tami Taylor do?
The shirt, which is only available for the month of July, was designed to allow others around the country show their support for Texas women. The front reads "Wwttd? What Would Tami Taylor Do?" and the back has the web address standwithtexaswomen.org.
Britton played Tami Taylor for five seasons of "Friday Night Lights." The actress currently stars in ABC's "Nashville."
"The character Tami on 'Friday Night Lights' is a Texas woman deeply committed to her community and to standing up for what is right for her neighbors and the people she loves," Britton said in a statement. "I have been inspired by how people around the country have united to stand with the women of Texas, »
- Chris Harnick
Is An Oasis Reunion On The Cards? And At Glastonbury?
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Will the stars align for an Oasis reunion? Stranger things have happened.
True, Liam and Noel Gallagher had a famously turbulent professional relationship throughout their 18 years at the helm of one of Britain's most successful bands.
Noel and Liam Gallagher - is musical blood thicker than water?
And true, after their final showdown in 2009, backstage at a gig in Paris which then had to be cancelled, Noel confirmed that he had left the band, explaining. "I simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer."
And more practically, both have gone to have fair success with their respective musical projects, Liam continuing with the other members of Oasis under the new tag Beady Eye, and Noel with his new project Flying Birds.
But... it's generally acknowledged that the magical chemistry which saw them sell 70 million records has not been replaced, and now even Liam's hinting there may be a warming in the force. »
- The Huffington Post UK
'Pretty Litte Liars' Star Hits The Beach In A Tiny Bikini
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At least it's summer somewhere.
As the East coast continues to get drenched in rain, "Pretty Little Liars" star Lucy Hale was able to soak up some sun while on vacation in Hawaii this weekend.
The 24-year-old actress was spotted rocking a tiny white and blue bikini as she spent the day at the beach with boyfriend Graham Rogers. Hale confirmed the two were dating last week, when she told Us Weekly, "I'm with a really sweet guy now ... We're just having a good time."
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- Stephanie Marcus
Carrie Underwood Enjoys Blocking Twitter Trolls
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Nashville, Tenn. — Carrie Underwood has found her voice on Twitter.
The country music star and former "American Idol" champion admitted 3 1/2 years ago she was afraid to join Twitter, but since deciding to take the leap in 2011 she's embraced the social media tool in ways that go beyond fan engagement. Recently she used Twitter to oppose the "Ag Gag" bill in Tennessee, reaching out directly to Gov. Bill Haslam with a boldly worded message saying if he signed it "he needs to expect me at his front door."
It was the first time she's taken a political stand so publicly, and it seemed to have an impact. Haslam contacted Underwood to discuss the issue and went on to veto the bill that opponents claimed would have stopped investigation into animal abuse on farms.
"He really just wanted to hear everybody's point of view, which I really respected," Underwood said in a recent interview. »
- AP
Jenna Elfman Joins NBC Series
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Jenna Elfman has joined "Growing Up Fisher."
According to TVLine, Elfman will co-star as Joyce Fisher opposite J.K. Simmons in the new NBC comedy previously titled "The Family Guide." Parker Posey played the role in the pilot, but exited the series following the completion of the pilot.
The midseason comedy follows Mel Fisher (Simmons), a blind lawyer whose divorce from Joyce (Elfman) winds up bringing the family together. Ava Deluca-Verley plays Katie, Mel and Joyce's teen daughter and Eli Baker stars as Henry, their 11-year-old son. Henry's life is turned upside down when his parents divorce and his father gets a guide dog.
"Arrested Development" star Jason Bateman provides the voice-over for "Growing Up Fisher." "Friends" star David Schwimmer directed the pilot.
Elfman is best known for her series "Dharma and Greg" and recently co-starred in NBC's "1600 Penn."
"Growing Up Fisher" is scheduled to debut on NBC midseason. See what »
- Chris Harnick
'Bling Ring' Director Sofia Coppola Reveals Another Side To Paris Hilton
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Director Sofia Coppola has revealed that Paris Hilton was really helpful in making 'The Bling Ring', despite being a real-life victim of the crimes depicted in the big screen drama.
The famous socialite, often depicted in the press as somewhat of a self-absorbed diva, was one of the highest-profile victims of burglary by the gang, who checked on the internet where their A-list targets would be, before targeting their houses for clothes, jewellery and other items.
What the Bling Ring discovered when they went into Paris Hilton's house, recreated for the film
Coppola tells HuffPostUK that Hilton could not have been cooperative, showing the crew all her security footage, letting them film in her actual house, and then taking a cameo role in the film.
"I really liked meeting her. I think she respected me, and wanted to be helpful," says Coppola.
The Oscar-winning director of 'Adaptation' was equally impressed by Emma Watson, »
- Caroline Frost
We Don't Know How To Feel About This
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Even though this concept isn't 100% original -- Conan's "If They Melded" segment did it first, after all -- these celebrity face mashups are so clever/ absurd/ terrifying we couldn't resist their bizarre charms.
Every week, the FaceMashups YouTube channel releases a new video of anomalous celebrities melted together using fancy motion-graphics editing -- and the results range from the brilliant (Zach Galifianakis and Kristen Stewart, for example) to the ludicrous (Kate Upton and Louis C.K.) to the nightmarish (like this one of Adolf Hitler and Ann Coulter.)
FaceMashups sometimes chooses its subjects by popular vote, so if you have a good idea, let them know!
Click the videos to watch, and see the channel for many more examples.
(h/t Babson McChonkers on Reddit) »
- The Huffington Post
Photo: Pregnant Jennifer Love Hewitt Goes For A Stroll
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A pregnant Jennifer Love Hewitt stepped out in Los Angeles Sunday with fiancé Brian Hallisay and a friend. In early June, the "Client Practice" co-stars confirmed they were engaged and expecting their first baby together, telling Us Weekly, "We're so thrilled and happy to start a family."
Hewitt and Hallisay, both 34, have been dating for a year and a half and became engaged while vacationing abroad in Europe. Hewitt is approximately four months along.
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- Youyoung Lee
Beloved Band Adds New Member After Bassist Quits
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The following article is provided by Rolling Stone.
By Eric R Danton
From one Kim to another: Kim Shattuck will join the Pixies on bass and backing vocals on an upcoming European tour, the band announced online this morning. She replaces original bassist Kim Deal, who left the group last month.
Link: Rolling Stone’s List of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time: Pixies, ‘Doolittle’
Shattuck fronts Los Angeles rockers the Muffs, who have released five studio albums, including 2004's Really Really Happy. Before forming the Muffs in 1991, she played with the Pandoras, an all-female band that was part of L.A.'s so-called Paisley Underground indie scene in the Eighties.
Link: 500 Greatest Songs of All Time: Pixies, "Monkey Gone to Heaven"
The group will kick off a European tour on September 29th in Paris and wrap up November 24th in London. A statement from the band promised new songs, »
There's No Doubt She's Svelte
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There is no doubt that Gwen Stefani is one hot lady.
E! Online spotted the No Doubt singer lounging on the shore in Long Beach, Calif., while her young sons, Kingston, 7, and Zuma, 4, received paddleboard lessons.
The 43-year-old mom was sporting blue denim, a little blue panty line and a white top that showed off her toned midriff:
Stefani was last reported on as taking a break from touring to work on a new No Doubt album. When she's not in the studio, looks like Gwen's just enjoying being a sexy mom on the beach. »
- Nicole Edine
Watch: 'Everyone Is Gay' In This Cute New Music Video
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Everyone is Gay, a website for Lgbtq youth reached out to their friends, A Great Big World, a New York-based duo comprised of Ian Axel and Chad Vaccarino, to write "the gayest song ever" for an upcoming compilation and the result was the appropriately titled song, "Everyone is Gay."
In a press release to announce the new video for the song Axel and Vaccarino say:
"We believe in [EveryoneIsGay.com's] mission and stand by all those who live in fear of being their authentic selves. No One deserves to be bullied or treated unfairly based on sexual preference. Diversity should be celebrated. Thank you Kristin and Dannielle for inspiring us and for making the world a little better."
Check out the video for "Everyone is Gay" above and you can also buy A Great Big World's single, "This is the New Year" on iTunes, along with "The Gayest Compilation Ever Made" available here. »
- The Huffington Post
Oops! Selena Gomez Flashes A Bit Too Much Skin
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Selena Gomez showed a bit more skin than intended when she suffered a minor wardrobe malfunction while on stage in Boston over the weekend.
The "Slow Down" singer performed live at the 103.3 Amp Radio Birthday Bash, a free concert at City Hall Plaza, in Boston Sunday. While dancing on stage in a backless, chiffon ensemble, Gomez accidentally flashed her nude underwear when the thigh-high split of her skirt opened at the front. Despite the minor wardrobe mishap, the 20-year-old beauty went on performing like a champ, Rumor Fix notes.
Gomez was part of a lineup that included Jason Derulo and "Boston's Boy" Sammy Adams, according to Boston.com.
The former Disney star's debut solo album, "Stars Dance," is set to be released globally July 23. She will tour in Canada in August and Europe in the early fall before hitting the United States in October.
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- Cavan Sieczkowski
Miley & Ke$ha Hang Together In Miami
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Miley Cyrus and Ke$ha apparently hung out after their performances at iHeartRadio Pool Party in Miami, and we can only imagine how crazy their night might have been.
Cyrus posted a photo of herself with Ke$ha and two other women in the wee hours of the morning, and the "We Can't Stop" singer was pumped to be reunited with her pal:
"Best time at I❤Radio with @keshasuxx »
- Stephanie Marcus
Lady Gaga Flashes Bra In Fishnet Top
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Lady Gaga might not be letting go of her rebellious side completely, but Mother Monster has definitely toned down her look since taking a break following hip surgery.
The 27-year-old singer stepped out in NYC over the weekend presumably wearing not a stitch of makeup under her stylish shades. Still, she wasn't sporting many clothes either, flashing her bra through a sheer fishnet top as she rocked a miniskirt, shorts and sky-high ankle boots.
But compared to her many eccentric outfits, this is nothing, and shows off a new side to Gaga -- who has been spotted out and about recently looking, shall we say, "normal."
Check out her daring look below:
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- Leigh Blickley
Watch: A Hilarious Tribute To Figure Skating
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Who knew figure skating and noise rock would go so well together? Apparently the band Pissed Jeans did.
The group recently debuted their newest video containing hilarious Ice Capades-like flourishes that plays out to the smooth tunes of the band's single, "Romanticize Me." In it, viewers can watch the nimble skater, Braden Overett, perform perfectly timed high kicks and pirouettes across an ice rink as the hardcore sounds of Pissed Jeans fill your ears.
The strange marriage of ice skating and punk comes to us courtesy of director Joe Stakun. Watch the amazing performance above and let us know what you think of the work in the comments. Did this "exfoliate your cochlea"? We hope so.
[h/t It's Nice That] »
- Katherine Brooks
Hugh Jackman Responds To Gay Rumors
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Hugh Jackman wants you to know he's not gay and he wishes you would stop asking.
In a recent interview with Australia's "60 Minutes," Jackman and his wife of 17 years, Deborra-Lee Furness, expressed frustration over the constant rumors about the actor's sexuality.
Jackman, who in the past has starred as the flamboyant lead of the Broadway show "The Boy from Oz," finds the accusations, as flattering as they are, frustrating. He also just feels bad for his wife.
"It's, to me, not the most interesting thing about a person, anyway," he said. "I do get frustrated for Deb, cause I see Deb go, 'Ah, this is just crazy!'"
Furness just finds the questioning "offensive."
"If he was gay, fine, he would say he's gay," she said. "It's annoying because it's not true."
This isn't the first time Jackman has spoken out about how the rumors affect his wife.
In February »
- Nicole Edine
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