Celebrities

Lauren Conrad in Beverly Hills (6/11) Forbes just published their annual “Celebrity 100″ list. Using factors such as earnings, press and TV mentions, and web hits, the list ranks the 100 most powerful celebrities over the past year. The Top 10: 1. Oprah Winfrey ($275 million in earnings) 2. Tiger Woods ($115 million in earnings) 3. Angelina Jolie ($14 million in earnings) 4. Beyonce Knowles ($80 million in earnings) 5. David Beckham ($50 million in earnings) 6. Johnny... Read Full Story

The actress plans a memoir about Mommywood, being a parent in Hollywood More: continued here Read Full Story

If you are familiar with the "flats" in Beverly Hills - you are no doubt aware that just north of Santa Monica Boulevard - there is a small lane that runs parallel a mile or so. Gardeners and maids in the employ of upscale matrons in Beverly Hills - indeed, a handful of residents, too - often take a quick jaunt along the lane for a few blocks rather than face the daily onslaught of rush-hour traffic along the main strip. However - every few blocks or so, posted signs note - that between... Read Full Story

In Los Angeles your status is dictated by the kind of vehicle you zip around town in.Sad, but true!Makes sense, then, that when you pull up in front of "The Villa" - and a swarm of ravenous paparazzi descend on 'ya - that your Beamer, Benz, or boxy Volvo gleams under the light of the silvery moon.God forbid you should be busted for a DUI in a late model sedan with a nick or two in the door and a swirl of dead leaves decaying beneath the windshield wipers.At Santa Palm Car Wash in West... Read Full Story

Poitier won an Oscar for role in "Lilies of the Field"... I headed over to the dairy section of the grocery to pick up a couple of items.But, a man and a woman kibitzing alongside their respective carts, were blocking my way.As I waited patiently for the sea to part, suddenly a distinctive voice fell like music upon my ears. As I glanced up, I found myself staring into the face of actor, Sidney Poitier.Imagine that! Mr. Poitier shops in person at Whole Foods in Beverly Hills.In a tastefully... Read Full Story