
Dec 31 - By Anthony Mccartney, AP Entertainment Writer
There was no shortage of celebrity secrets for sale in 2009, with John Travolta, David Letterman, Cindy Crawford and others claiming they were victims of extortion.
Dec 14 - By Associated Press
Here's a look at how Tiger Woods' top current sponsors are reacting to the golfer's indefinite break from the sport, a move his spokesmen said he made so he can fix his marriage:

Dec 14 - By Emily Fredrix, AP Retail Writer
Can companies afford the risk of signing multimillion-dollar contracts with celebrity endorsers? The self-destruction of Tiger Inc. has some saying the billion-dollar athlete may be a thing of the past.
Nov 16 - By Jesse J. Holland, Associated Press Writer
Apparently, no one told Sonia Sotomayor that Supreme Court justices are supposed to be circumspect, emerging from their marble palace mainly to dispense legal wisdom to law schools, judges' conferences and lawyers' meetings.
Nov 16 - By Associated Press
A suspected member of a burglary ring that stole cash, jewelry and clothing from celebrities' homes has pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles.

Nov 6 - By Ken Ritter, Associated Press Writer
A 19-year-old woman was the driving force behind a youthful burglary ring that preyed on Hollywood's rich and famous, often brazenly walking into unlocked homes to make off with cash, jewels and family heirlooms, authorities said.

Nov 3 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
The era of the fame-averse might actually be upon us. “Twilight” star Kristen Stewart, who helped the film franchise gross almost $400 million worldwide, said she doesn’t have an interest in blockbuster-level celebrity.

Oct 29 - By Dinesh Ramde, Associated Press Writer
After years of tilling away in obscurity, Will Allen has found sudden fame as the face of the urban farming movement.

Oct 28 - By Thomas Watkins, Associated Press Writer
For a group of Hollywood-obsessed teens, entertainment news on the Internet offered more than a glimpse into the lives of stars. It helped them break into celebrities' homes.

Oct 27 - By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Writer
What do Amy Winehouse's flaming beehive and Guy Ritchie's self-inflicted black eye have in common?

Aug 31 - By Tony Sclafani, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Mariah and Eminem have a war of words, and so do Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. But are these celebrity battles real or just a ploy for publicity?

Aug 6 - By Douglas Birch, Associated Press Writers
Vladimir Putin drew scrutiny reserved for Hollywood action heroes this week, as Kremlin images of him fishing, swimming, rowing and riding bare-chested on a Siberian mountain were snapped up by media all over the world.
Jul 27 - By Associated Press
Madonna's love letters and erotic answering machine messages to an ex-boyfriend are up for sale in New York City.

Jul 27 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
The course of celebrity, more than halfway through the year, has been unprecedentedly unpredictable and turbulent. It would take a to navigate a safe landing for some of the year’s unlikely A-listers.

Jul 20 - By Ree Hines, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
After denying numerous breakup rumors and defending Jessica Simpson throughout their 20-month relationship, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo suddenly separated from the singer earlier this month. At least it seemed sudden to outsiders. According to a source close to the couple, the problems were months in the making.
Jul 15 - By Associated Press
Tourists like to spot celebrities in New York City. Now they can hang out with them.
Jul 4 - By Associated Press
Defense lawyers and a U.S. senator are criticizing comments made by Pittsburgh's U.S. attorney last month as her office dismissed fraud and theft charges against a noted pathologist.

Jul 1 - By Leanne Italie, Associated Press Writer
By day, Lori Levine's all girl from Long Island, her head full of Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Kim Kardashian and the Shiny Toy Guns as she holes up in her office with a smart young staff and a pooch named Sukie.
Jun 28 - By Associated Press
Hackers have broadcast bogus information about celebrities including Britney Spears and Ellen DeGeneres after breaking into their Twitpic accounts.
Jun 26 - By Verena Dobnik, Associated Press Writer
They're a bunch of regular grade school kids, but their fans include Ashton Kutcher, Tori Amos and Perez Hilton — plus millions of YouTube viewers.
Jun 9 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
This time last year no one would have guessed that “Jon & Kate Plus 8’s” Jon and Kate Gosselin and their brood would be every bit as cover worthy — if not more — than Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and their kids.

Jun 9 - By Michael Ventre, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Just about everyone wants to be remembered long after they’re gone. There are no brochures spelling out what an afterlife is like, or for that matter, no certificates to guarantee that one is waiting. All that anyone can hope for is to leave a legacy.
Jun 4 - By John Christoffersen, Associated Press Writer
Clark Gable loved beautiful cars, but his 1938 Packard convertible was apparently too popular with his legions of female fans.

May 28 - By Bobbie Thomas, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
While warm weather often invites fabrics like silk, seersucker and cotton to take center stage, this season denim is in demand. From country-casual dresses to ’80s-style jackets, you’ll find a variety of influences behind these blue-based basics. Even jeans are getting an update, thanks to softer shades that range from retro to preppy. Bobbie Thomas, TODAY style editor and author of the Buzz for In Touch Weekly, highlights the best style for any “blue jean baby!”

May 13 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
If attracting 4.6 million viewers in March for the season-four finale of “Jon & Kate Plus 8” doesn’t firmly place Jon and Kate Gosselin in the celebrity category, landing three out of four of the major celebrity weekly magazine covers does.