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Trust me, an infamous serial liar says

December 18, 2011

Stephen Glass, the whiz-kid magazine writer exposed 13 years ago as a serial fabricator, is telling what may be his most compelling story yet — his own. Read the original here: Trust me, an infamous serial liar says

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Joi Lansing TV’s Blonde Bombshell

December 18, 2011
Joi Lansing TV’s Blonde Bombshell

Joi Lansing is television’s undisputed all-time #1 blonde bombshell. Officially dubbed “TV’s Marilyn Monroe” by the Hollywood entertainment industry, Joi Lansing appeared in a record-setting 300 television episodes as the platinum blonde femme fatale of the small screen. In a Hollywood life of sizzling glamor, Joi Lansing graced the cover of LIFE , enticed lovers Mickey Rooney , Orson Welles and Frank Sinatra , was crowned “Miss Hollywood,” became the #1 pin-up girl of the Vietnam War and sang in history’s very first music videos. Signed by MGM Studios as a teenager, Joi Lansing found herself competing with fellow newcomer Marilyn Monroe for the part in All About Eve , which Monroe got. Regularly cast in B-movies as a contemporary of Jayne Mansfield and Mamie Van Doren , the sexy starlet felt trapped. Although she appeared as an unnamed extra in films like Singin’ In The Rain , and she starred in movies like Queen of Outer Space and Touch of Evil with co-star Zsa Zsa Gabor , Joi Lansing wanted more exposure as an actress and pop singer. As a university student at UCLA , Joi Lansing was not content to play dumb blondes.

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L.A. Charges Sent in Error to Weho Residents; Blame It on ZIP Codes, Official Says

December 17, 2011

West Hollywood residents can ignore recently received bills from the city of Los Angeles for sewer charges and business license taxes. Read more from the original source: L.A. Charges Sent in Error to Weho Residents; Blame It on ZIP Codes, Official Says

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Man Found Guilty of Helping His Heartbroken, Murderous Friend Kill His Ex’s Dad & Sister

December 16, 2011
Man Found Guilty of Helping His Heartbroken, Murderous Friend Kill His Ex’s Dad & Sister

A Hollywood man was found guilty of helping his friend murder his ex-girlfriend’s dad and sister (and try to do the same to her mother), after her Hindu parents disapproved of their daughter’s non-practicing Muslim boyfriend. more › Originally posted here: Man Found Guilty of Helping His Heartbroken, Murderous Friend Kill His Ex’s Dad & Sister

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Westside Looks at Bike-Share Program

December 15, 2011

Pedaling across cities on the Westside, be it to get to work in Beverly Hills or a lunch date in West Hollywood , could be a lot easier with a bike-share program like those popular in Washington D.C. and Montreal, a coalition of local government representatives said Monday. Read this article: Westside Looks at Bike-Share Program

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Deck The Halls And Deco Her Wrists (With Art Deco Bracelets This Christmas)

December 15, 2011
Deck The Halls And Deco Her Wrists (With Art Deco Bracelets This Christmas)

Art Deco Diamond Bracelet This holiday season, give the best gift for Christmas: diamonds. But not just any diamonds. The best diamonds to give for Christmas are vintage diamonds, complete with a fairytale history that will delight and inspire. Art Deco diamond bracelets from the 1920′s and 1930′s are pure, timeless chic, evoking images of glamorous, old Hollywood movie stars like Greta Garbo, Jean Harlow, Carole Lombard, Bette Davis, and May West. Unlike contemporary jewelry that oftentimes merely recycles design trends, an authentic antique art deco design carries with it the legacy of an entire era, a time of revelry, art, passion, design, and beauty. With their architecturally inspired geometric designs, Art Deco diamond bracelets are the ultimate tinsel to decorate your loved one with this Christmas. Give her an Art Deco diamond bracelet for Christmas and enjoy a holiday season you will both never forget. Art Deco bracelets can be worn individually, or worn together to make the ultimate luxury statement, as Nicole Kidman did at last year’s Golden Globes. Nicole Kidman at the Golden Globes Some additional antique Art Deco diamond bracelets from the Diamond & Estate Trust collection: Art Deco Diamond Bracelet With Emerald Accents Art Deco Diamond Bracelet With Link Motif and Ruby Accents Read more: Deck The Halls And Deco Her Wrists (With Art Deco Bracelets This Christmas)

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Extra, Extra: Hollywood Shooting Victim Still in Critical Condition, Cilantro Recalled & Paris Jackson Goes Into the Family Biz

December 12, 2011
Extra, Extra: Hollywood Shooting Victim Still in Critical Condition, Cilantro Recalled & Paris Jackson Goes Into the Family Biz

In tonight’s Extra, Extra, we check in on the status of the Hollywood shooting victim, thousands of cartons of cilantro is recalled and Paris Jackson is getting into the entertainment game. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › Continued here: Extra, Extra: Hollywood Shooting Victim Still in Critical Condition, Cilantro Recalled & Paris Jackson Goes Into the Family Biz

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Odom to Dallas?

December 11, 2011
Odom to Dallas?

The drama over Lamar Odom and the Lakers continued Sunday, with a report that the player will now be traded to the Dallas Mavericks. Continued here: Odom to Dallas?

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WATCH: Naked Robber Caught By Police Dog After Epic Chase

December 11, 2011

A police dog apprehended a naked man on the run in Whittier, California on Saturday night. According to the Telegraph , the man had stolen a Hummer and was being chased by police cars when he decided to abandon the vehicle . When he emerged from the car, he wasn’t wearing clothes. He was quickly captured by the police dog in what looks like a very unpleasant experience. This suspect isn’t the only criminal to break the law in the nude. Last month, a Colorado man tried to rob a liquor store in nothing but a pair of white socks. Watch the full chase above (h/t Buzzfeed). See original here: WATCH: Naked Robber Caught By Police Dog After Epic Chase

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The Not-So-Friendly Skies

December 11, 2011

Oprah Winfrey waves goodbye to her fans on the last show episode of “The Oprah Winfrey” show on May 25, 2011 Lady Gaga gets into the Christmas spirit during Z100′s Jingle Ball 2011 at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 9, 2011 Kirsten Dunst sports a black coat at The Hollywood Reporter’s Annual ‘Power 100: Women In Entertainment … (more) The rest is here: The Not-So-Friendly Skies

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