May 2009 News Archive (Page 3)

Fresh off a surprising American Idol victory, Kris Allen isn't asking for much.

"The only thing that I really want to do is just be respected in the music industry," the singer told reporters in a conference call last week. "And whether that means selling albums or winning Grammys or people just liking your music, that's what I really want to do."

As for the future, Kris and wife Katy know nothing will ever be the same. But that's a good thing, assuming they keep it all in perspective.

"Things are definitely going to change, but we're really strong and she's really cool so we don't have any question that everything's going to be fine," he said.

Tonight on The Hills, the preparations are in full swing for Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag's wedding. But Heidi is still hung up on the subject of Lauren Conrad and whether she will attend. In other words, LC does not want to.

Heidi Montag asks Spencer Pratt if he will be the bigger person and apologize to Lauren, thus ending their feud and clearing the way for her to attend.

His response, simply, is that he is not the bigger person.

Hey, at least he's honest. You have to give him that.

Check out this clip from tonight's The Hills ...

We hope you aren't too attached to these Real Housewives of New York City.

According to Bravo officials, there could changes in the cast next season, depending on how negotiations go with the current crop: Bethenny Frankel, Kelly Killoren Bensimon, "Countess" LuAnn de Lesseps, Alex McCord, Ramona Singer and Jill Zarin.

"The show is like a baseball team," an insider told The New York Post. "No one is irreplacable."

Reportedly, the Housewives received a huge raise last season, about $50,000 per episode, up from a measly $5,000 each. Yes, these rich and spoiled women are paid to be made famous on TV.

But if talks fail trough with anyone in the cast, the network plans to be ready with a new Housewife.

"We are always looking for new and interesting characters," a Bravo spokeswoman said.

What's in that Garden State water?

First, Jacqueline Laurita announced that she's expecting her third child this summer.

Now, Real Housewives of New Jersey co-star Teresa Giudice has also confirmed that she's pregnant. The reality star is five-and-a-half months along.

Giudice, who already has three daughters, is unsure about the gender of her impending baby.

According to Bravo, she “wants to keep it a secret until she delivers.”

Here's a way for Bethenny Frankel and Kelly Bensimon to settle their feud?

A dance-off!

In separate interviews with E! News, each member of The Real Housewives of New York City said she'd be up for a spot on Dancing with the Stars.

"Iit looks like a good challenge, so yes - yes, I would definitely do it," Frankel said.

It's unclear whether or not Bensimon was directly responding to her rival, but she replied to the question of DWTS participation with:

"I love to dance and I think it would be so amazing. It's out of the box for me, but I think it would be really fun."

Enough cat fighting, ladies. To the dance floor!

"Adam deserves this. I'm sorry."

- Kris Allen, upon being announced the winner of American Idol.

As nice - and, clearly, classy - as Allen has proven to be this season, we couldn't agree more with his sentiment.

When people look back on season eight, Adam Lambert is the first name that will come to mind. Truly unique and entertaining, Lambert created something special every time he took the stage.

Still, let's give Allen some credit. His renditions of "Heartless" and "Ain't No Sunshine" were creative and memorable. (And it's not like Lambert won't land a lucrative record deal by, say, tomorrow.).

So congraulations to both contestants. It's like we have two winners!

Click on the pics above for larger images of Kris Allen. Do you think he deserved the American Idol title?

It looks like Bravo is about to add to its most popular franchise. Are you ready for The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills?

Celebrity gossip site TMZ reports that it stumbled upon a new casting ad. It reads:

"Bravo is looking for outgoing, exciting, strong, focused women who reside in and around the Beverly Hills area that want to share their lives.

"We are looking for women who are lively and energetic, with defined opinions and views. Our featured women should have busy lives, be involved with the community, have a strong work ethic, and an active social calendar."

Following last week’s dramatic Daisy of Love elimination, a few of the boys are itching for a fight.

After this article's jump, watch a preview for this Sunday's episode and then tune in to see what Daisy De La Hoya will do next.

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Shawn Johnson won Dancing With the Stars last night.

The Olympic gymnast and professional dance partner Mark Ballas overcame fellow finalists Gilles Marini and Melissa Rycroft on the season eight finale.

In an interview with Us Weekly, the young athlete still can't believe her good fortune.

"I've learned I can be more than just a gymnast! I've really grown as a person. This has really changed my life. This whole thing has been the time of my life - just an amazing experience."

Regular readers of Reality TV Scoop now how strongly we've supported Adam Lambert this season on American Idol.

Heck, earlier this week, we said the final matchup between him and Kris Allen would be akin to a Mike Tyson knockout.

To Allen's credit, however, he didn't go down last night without a fight. In fact, we were nervous that the underdog would pull out a victory, following a great opening rendition of "Ain't No Sunshine."

Following the final two performances of each contestant, however, the contrast became clear: Kris can sing, but Lambert is a rare talent. He even managed to the cheesy, Kara DioGuard-penned winner's single, "No Boundaries," into a memorable tune.

In the end, Lambert won the title (we hope) last night, more than Allen lost it.

Choose your favorite finalist: Adam Lambert or Kris Allen?