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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Debbie Rowe may have been eliminated from Michael Jackson's will, but his kids weren't, which may be why she's come out of the woodwork now and is requesting custody.

She hasn't been apart of her children's lives for years, but now that they're apart of his estate and will be taken care of financially, she all of a sudden wants to play Mommy again.

Debbie, who is the mother of Prince, 12, and Paris, 11, spoke to her former attorney Iris Finsilver, who says, "She is going to be pursuing custody of the children."

"Frankly, she won't have to fight for them," Finsilver tells People. "She is the children's biological mother. She loves her children."

A judge already granted Michael's mother Katherine temporary custody of the kids, and Michael's Will stated that he wanted his mother to gain full custody.

The hearing had been scheduled for Monday, July 6th, but records show attorneys for both sides asked for the hearing to be delayed until July 13.

Quite frankly, Debbie seems to just be a money hungry opportunist. If she cared about being a mother or if she really "loves her children" she would have attempted to have had a relationship with them throughout the years. She just took the nice paycheck Michael wrote her and disappeared.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- AEG Live has just released video footage of Michael Jackson's last rehearsal, which was shot just two days before his tragic death.

In the video, which was shot on June 23rd, Michael is seen rehearsing his song "They Don't Really Care About Us" with a few backup dancers for his This Is It tour.

Michael actually seemed pretty healthy as he rehearsed. He's seen doing some of his signature moves and is keeping up with the other dancers without breaking a sweat.

The morning after his death Grammy executive producer Ken Ehrlich, who was present at the rehearsal, told People, "He wasn't giving it full out. But vocally he had started to really project. I thought he was in great form."

But other eyewitnesses said the rehearsal was “the best show ever” and that Michael was thrilled about performing. Check out his final rehearsal below and tell us your thoughts!

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- President Barack Obama has come forward to release a personal statement regarding the untimely death of Michael Jackson.

Last week, his press secretary related the President’s condolences to the Jackson family, but today Obama spoke with the Associated Press about the pop icon.

Obama told the AP, "I'm glad to see that he is being remembered primarily for the great joy that he brought to a lot of people through his extraordinary gifts as an entertainer.”

The President went on to say, "I still have all his stuff on my iPod."

Obama added, "I think that Michael Jackson will go down in history as one of our greatest entertainers. His brilliance as a performance also was paired with a tragic and in many ways, sad personal life."

Obama said he stands by his decision to wait to make a statement about Michael’s death, rather than do it on the day he died.
There’s been a lot of controversy in the media, especially in the African American news outlets, that shame Obama for not speaking about the death. But Obama told AP White House correspondent Jennifer Loven: "Look, you're the first person who's actually asked me about it."

He also reportedly sent a letter of condolence to the Jackson family, the contents of which have not been disclosed.

We think this is more than enough. Obama isn’t required to make statements about celebrities who have passed away. The fact that he took the time to acknowledge the family with not only a letter but also a press conference, shows a lot about his character.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Lindsay Lohan smartened up and decided to apologize to Justin Timberlake for being such a bitch to him lately.

She began last month by tweeting that he was cheating on Jessica Biel at a NYC club. Lindsay claims her Twitter was hacked.

Next was earlier this week, when Lindsay slammed Justin for bringing his William Rast clothing line to Macys. Lindsay tweeted about that one as well, saying, “i can't believe you are lowering yourselves to a MACY'S brand- i am speechless. Paris is chic not mid America. Gross.”

That’s interesting, coming from someone who can barely get a job in this town. But someone must have reminded Linds that her own leggings collection is sold as Macys as well. So she tweeted, yet again.

This time it read: “i am sorry for the unnecessary comment-wasn't meant to be a jab. i have some William Rast & it's great-was a friends words. and my 6126 leggings are in Macy's West and they've been great to work with.”

What is wrong with this girl?! She sets herself up for disaster repeatedly! Someone needs to take a little break from the social networking sites.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Don’t count Debbie Rowe out of the custody mix quite yet! Her lawyer will be attending next Monday’s custody hearing which will determine who will get Michael Jackson’s kids.

Rowe’s lawyer Marta Almli insisted earlier this week that her client is in fact the biological mother of Prince and Paris, contrary to reports that state otherwise.

Debbie was excluded from Michael’s will, but this may be her last shot to get some kind of compensation from the late Michael Jackson.

Let’s not forget, however, that Debbie was paid a multi-million dollar settlement back in 2002, at which time she also relinquished all parental rights.

As for the children, there’s a slight chance they could get split up, since Michael’s third child Blanket came from a different mother. But at least until Monday, Katherine remains the sole guardian of all three children.

During a phone interview with NBCLA, Rowe reportedly told reporter Chuck Henry, "I want my kids."

We hope for their sake, that the court rules in favor of the children staying together with Katherine.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Hey ladies!!! Jon Gosselin is single and ready to mingle!

Funny or Die has done it again with a hilarious video parodying what Jon Gosselin’s Match.com profile would be about.

Whoever plays Jon is dead on! Down to the high voice and Bluetooth! Check it out below!

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Michael Jackson’s official memorial service has been scheduled for Tuesday July 7th at Staples Center in LA. But this isn’t a freebie!

If you wish to attend, you’ll have to shell out $25.

Family, friends, and VIPs at the memorial will sit on the main floor, while the general public will sit in the stands. So it’ll be exactly like a Laker game! Celebrities on the floor, regular people up top!

The memorial service will feature music, guest speakers, and video screens inside and out of Staples Center.

According to Radar Elizabeth Taylor and Diana Ross are expected to attend.

Vendors will sell Michael’s “This Is It” tour T-shirts outside of the venue as well. The service will be held between 10AM and Noon July 7th.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- A Medical examiner has just completed a second autopsy on David Carradine, ruling out the theory that his death may have been suicide.

Carradine’s family hired Dr. Michael Baden of the HBO show Autopsy to conduct a second one after David’s body was delivered back to the U.S.

Baden told the media, “The cause of death was asphyxiation, an inability to breathe, now why that happened is still what we’re working on.”

“He didn’t die of natural causes, and he didn’t die of suicidal causes from the nature of the ligatures around the body, so that leaves some kind of accidental death.”

Baden also hasn’t ruled out possible autoerotic asphyxiation, because of how the actor’s body was found in a closet with his hands tied and a rope around his neck.

Carradine’s brothers had no comment on the results of the second autopsy. We fell so sorry for the family. They lost David and still have so many unanswered questions.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine gave a heartfelt interview to Matt Lauer this morning from Neverland Ranch for the Today show.

During the touching interview Jermaine said that he wished he could have passed in Michael's place and spoke about his families reaction to the death of the worlds biggest musical icon. Check out excerpts from the interview below and the video attached...

Jermaine on his brother Michael's death:
"He went too soon...I wish that it was me. I've always felt that I was his backbone, someone to be there for him. I was there and he was sort of like Moses. The things he couldn't say, I would say them."

Jermaine on his mother's reaction to Michael's death:
"She was crying, saying he was dead. To hear my mother say, 'Michael is dead,' to feel and hear the tone in her voice to say her child is dead, is nothing that anyone can ever imagine."

Jermaine on how he said goodbye to Michael:
"I tried to console her," he went on, "but I wanted to see Michael and I wanted to see my brother. To see him there lifeless and breathless was very emotional for me. But I held myself together because I knew he's very much alive in his spirit, and that was just a shell. But I kissed him on his forehead, and I hugged him, and I touched him and I said Michael, 'I'll never leave you. You'll never leave me.'"

Jermaine on Michael's kids saying goodbye to him:
"I know it's tough, but I think it was the best thing to do. At first I was against it, but what do you say if you don't show them?" Jermaine said of the decision to have them see their dead father.

Jermaine on whether he thought Michael was strong enough for a tour:
"I do believe and I do know that Mike is very strong, not just mentally but physically," he said. "He's a dancer, he never stopped dancing, he was already ready physically. He passed the physical, he was strong; he was ready."

Jermaine on Michael's alleged prescription drug use:
"Because Michael has always been a person who was against anything like that. I'm not saying it's right, because it's not right," Jermaine continued . "But in this business, the pressure, and things that you go through -- you never know what people might turn to."

Jermaine on his mother Katherine becoming the children's guardian:
"She's up to it," he said. "She's always with all the children, she loves laughter and the crying and all the excitement. Yes, she is."

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Megan Fox is becoming known not only for her ravishing looks, but for the controversial statements that come out of her mouth during interviews.

She’s come under fire for several statements she’s made in the last few weeks, including slamming Scarlett Johansson in Esquire for being “too smart.”

Her latest rant was about Michael Bay, the director for the Transformers franchise, which, by the way, put her on the map. Megan slammed Bay, saying he focuses too much on special effects, and not enough on acting.

Bay was quick to put Megan back in her place, telling the Wall Street Journal, "Well, that's Megan Fox for you. She says some very ridiculous things because she's 23 years old and she still has a lot of growing to do. You roll your eyes when you see statements like that and think, 'Okay Megan, you can do whatever you want. I got it.’”

Bay went on to defend his movies, saying, "I 100 percent disagree with her. Nick Cage wasn't a big actor when I cast him, nor was Ben Affleck. before I put him in Armageddon. Shia LaBeouf wasn't a big movie star before he did Transformers -- and then he exploded. Not to mention Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, from Bad Boys.”

As the interview went, it was clear Bay got a little agitated. He said, "Nobody in the world knew about Megan Fox until I found her and put her in Transformers. I like to think that I've had some luck in building actors' careers with my films."

So true! Bay deserves a little respect! Why does Megan have to go around town burning all these bridges? If we were her, we’d be psyched that we were part of the biggest movie in the country right now.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Michael Jackson had been prescribed so many toxic drugs in the past few months, the DEA is now helping LAPD investigate Michael's death and the doctors who prescribed the medications.

According to sources at TMZ, Jackson would get prescriptions filled under alias names like Omar Arnold and Jack London in order to keep his prescription drug use as private as possible.

One doctor would call the pharmacy and say Jackson was coming down to get Demerol, and the pharmacy would then fill the prescription, leaving the patient's name blank!

LAPD and the DEA are now working together to track down the source of the medications. The federal agency will reportedly interview Jackson's string of doctors to try to discover how he was able to get hold of drugs including Demerol and morphine.

A spokesperson for the DEA says, "We routinely offer assistance to any agency regarding the Federal Controlled Substance act. However at this time we have nothing further to comment about the death of Michael Jackson."

So tragic! Do you think the doctors who prescribed the medications should be held responsible for his death? Tell us your thoughts!

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Now that Michael Jackson has passed, his security, who is also said to have been a longtime trusted friend, is spilling the beans about his alleged love life.

Matt Fiddes, who met Michael ten years ago and became one of his most trusted aides, claims Michael had a secret girlfriend that very few people knew about. And they were still dating at the time of his death!

Fiddes tells Sky News, "I'm not going to name who she is but I think the family were aware that there was someone special in his life who he loved and adored and had his ups and downs with.

"I don't know how long they've been a couple. I know she's been with him for some time in different capacities but... it's up to her if she wants it to come out or the family to speak about this very private information."

Whow! Talk about a shocking allegation. Michael with a girlfriend? Who knew!? Since Fiddes was with Michael on a day-to-day basis, he is adamant that his doctors are to blame for his death.

He added, "As far as I'm concerned they have Michael's blood on their hands. They know what they've done and there's people out there who could have helped, could have stepped in, but didn't for financial reasons.

"We went to great efforts to keep the doctors away. But as soon as we said anything and it gets back to Michael, Michael would have a screaming fit that we were interfering with his private life, that he knew what he was doing. He was in denial."

We all already knew about his doctors feeding him unnecessary amounts of drugs, but a secret lover? When one of the world’s most private celebrity passes away, it’s only a matter of time before his secrets are exposed to the world. Do you believe the bodyguard?

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Ryan O'Neal made sure he was in charge of Farrah Fawcett's funeral so he could control who was allowed to attend, and who he would turn away.

While Farrah and Ryan's incarcerated son Redmond O'Neal was allowed to leave prison to attend the funeral, Ryan's other son Griffin was turned away from his father.

Griffin drove 300 miles to L.A. to attend Farrah's funeral, but Ryan refused to let him stay "because he's a bad guy."

In Griffin's defense he said he attended because, "I just wanted to say goodbye to someone that I knew and loved for 33 years."

Ryan's daughter Tatum O'Neal was also asked not to attend the funeral. Sounds a little harsh! Sure they have struggled with drugs in the past, but so has Redmond. Do you think it was wrong of Ryan not to let his other children attend Farrah's funeral?

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Angelina Jolie has been named the highest paid actress by Forbes magazine beating out stars like Jennifer Aniston and last years winner, Cameron Diaz.

Jolie brought home $27 million dollars between June 2008 and June 2009, thanks to her role in the box office hit, Wanted and the paycheck she already got for Salt.

Coming in at second place (aww, again) is Jennifer Aniston, whose earnings from Marley & Me, her royalties from Friends and her SmartWater campaign gave her a total of $25 million.

Veteran actress Meryl Streep rounded out the top three, making $24 million.

Here are the top fifteen highest paid actresses according to Forbes:

1. Angelina Jolie: $27 million
2. Jennifer Aniston: $25 million
3. Meryl Streep: $24 million
4. Sarah Jessica Parker: $23 million
5. Cameron Diaz: $20 million
6. Sandra Bullock: $15 million
6. Reese Witherspoon: $15 million
8. Nicole Kidman: $12 million
8. Drew Barrymore: $12 million
10. Renee Zellweger: $10 million
11. Cate Blanchett: $8 million
12.-Anne Hathaway: $7 million
12. Halle Berry: $7 million
14. Scarlett Johansson: $5.5 million
15. Kate Winslet: $2 million


The top 10 actors earned $393 million, compared with $183 million for the top 10 actresses.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Hayden Panettiere graces the cover of Seventeen magazine this month, looking cute as a button in a lavender frock. But inside, she gets deep with an interview that touches upon her father’s domestic violence arrest last year.

As you may recall, Hayden’s dad lan Alan was charged with misdemeanor battery in September 2008 after allegedly hitting wife Lesley in the cheek, leaving a visible bruise. He later called the incident a "big misunderstanding."

Hayden tells Seventeen, "I don't know that I dealt with it any specific way. I mean, it's hard enough going through it personally within your family, let alone when the entire world knows about it."

Hayden also says she feels bad for the way her father is perceived now. She says, "It put my dad in this light that is so not him. You know your mind goes to: 'He abuses, he beats his wife.' For my dad to have that reputation now -- which is so not who he is -- kills me."

Hayden says that she can handle the media saying things about her, but draws the line when they attack her family. She says, "I know that I'm strong enough to deal. I'm less concerned about myself. But when it involves my family or people I care about, I mean, I'll fly off the handle for my family.”

As for her life in general? Hayden is enjoying life as a single girl. She says, "Right now, I'm just enjoying having fun. It's when your not looking for anything that something winds up coming along, whether it's a best friend or a guy."

For the full article, pick up a copy of Seventeen on newsstands now.

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- We finally have some happy news to report! The oldest Jonas brother, Kevin Jonas, has just gotten engaged! Don’t be too bummed out, ladies…there are still 2 more left!

According to People, Kevin surprised his girlfriend Danielle Deleasa on her doorstep in New Jersey this morning. When she came to the door, he dropped down on one knee and asked her to marry him! It didn’t hurt that he also had a cushion-cut Jacob & Co. diamond in his hand!

Kevin tells People, “"She said yes, yes, yes like 500 times super fast in a row.” Kevin had flown to New Jersey straight from Vancouver, where the Jo Bros had been performing last night. He said, "It was tough performing last night, knowing that I was going to ask the biggest question in my life to the most amazing girl in the world.”

How cute! Kevin, 21, and Danielle, 22, met in May of 2007 while they were both vacationing with their families in the Bahamas. They haven’t set a date yet. Danielle tells People, “It still feels like a dream.”

What’s funny about Danielle is that when she met Kevin, she had no idea who the Jonas Brothers were! Kevin pursued Danielle after spotting her walking on the beach with a flower in her hair.

The Jonas family is overjoyed with the engagement news. They told People today, "Our hearts are filled with joy today and we are happy to share with you that our son Kevin has asked Danielle for her hand in marriage. Her answer was yes, and it is such a blessing that she will be joining our family.

"Kevin and Danielle have not yet set a date. Family is very dear to us, and we hope we have raised Kevin to be a wonderful man and husband. Please join us in our family's celebration and in congratulating Kevin and Danielle. Thank you for all of your support."

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Earlier today Star magazine published a report claiming that Girls Next Door star Holly Madison was back on with ex Criss Angel, but Hollyscoop can confirm that she's still very much single.

"There is no truth whatsoever to the story that she is back with Criss. Not sure where it came from or why but they haven't been in contact for months," Holly's rep confirmed to Hollyscoop.

Holly has been busy working up a storm for her new Las Vegas show 'Peepshow' so perhaps dating is taking the backseat to her career right now.

Good news is she's still single, great news is you can party with her this coming Sunday, July 5th in Las Vegas at Tao Beach. See you all by the pool!

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- The hottest show in Vegas right now is Peepshow. The production became popular when Kelly Monaco starred in it, and she got replaced by Holly Madison, who is currently doing her run for the show at Planet Hollywood.

Ex-Spice Girl Melanie Brown got her hot new bod by strutting her stuff in the topless Vegas act as well. And now the newest member may be yet another Playboy centerfold.

According to new reports, Aubrey O'Day is in talks to join the cast. Fox News says Aubrey is being courted to take over the role of Peep Diva, formally played by Mel B.

A source tells them, "Aubrey's people have pitched and the production team is definitely interested.”

A rep for O'Day declined to comment, however we hear that she's already vying for magazine covers in Vegas to promote what may well be her new temporary home.

Peepshow is definitely up Aubrey’s alley! If there’s one thing that girl is talented at doing, it’s shedding her clothes!

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- Britney Spears is still under the command of her father Jamie. She’s about to embark on the European leg of her Circus Tour this week, but that’s pretty much where her freedom ends.

On June 28th Jamie Spears filed a legal document certifying that he’d taken out a $1.5 million bond to act as his daughter’s legal guardian. That just sounds bad! Britney is a 27-year old woman!

The bond protects the person under the Conservatorship – that would be Britney in this case – from having their assets taken, and Radar reports that the Conservatorship will continue at least until the end of 2009.

Will Britney ever be in control of her life again? Or will she be under Daddy’s rules forever?

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(HOLLYSCOOP) -- New details in the memorial scheduled for Michael Jackson. A public viewing of the pop star will no longer happen at Neverland Ranch.

The Jackson family has released an official statement, saying, “Contrary to previous news reports, the Jackson family is officially stating that there will be no public or private viewing at Neverland.

"Plans are underway regarding a public memorial for Michael Jackson, and we will announce those plans shortly.”

A source tells Access Hollywood that a public memorial will be held for Jackson in Los Angeles on Monday. Details are currently being worked out, the source said.

Jackson’s body is currently being held at the Forest Lawn Mortuary in LA. E! Online reports that Jackson will also be buried at Forest Lawn, which is where Ed McMahon was just buried a few days ago.

Forest Lawn spokesperson William Martin said they had no comment on the report, saying, “For the respect and privacy of families that we serve, we don’t comment.”

More details to follow...

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