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Oprah Bumps Bride for Barack

All-powerful Oprah Winfrey wants guests for her big Barack Obama fundraiser to stay at a tony resort -- and she may have leaned on a wedding party there to give up rooms for her.

Page Six reports that O wanted out-of-towners for the big Sept. 8 benefit to stay at the San Ysidro Ranch, but it was booked for a wedding. "Oprah's people have been calling the bride to either move or vacate some of the rooms to accommodate her guest list," says a Post source. Frumpy Oprah -- click to launch"The bride, an attorney, is not budging."

Winfrey's reps and the manager of the ranch, Marco Perry, deny that there were any strong-arm tactics used, but says, "The wedding party did cancel a few rooms -- but we didn't charge a cancellation fee because there was such a demand for the rooms that weekend." George Clooney, Beyonce, and Jamie Foxx will be showing up.

Spencer – Duping Heidi?


Spencer Pratt has pretty much cemented himself as the "Hills" resident a-hole, so it's little surprise that his feelings for Heidi Montag are coming into question.

Us says that despite what his friends say about the couple being "very much in love," could it be that Spence is -- shockingly enough -- using Heidi to get famous. "Spencer used to brag about how he wanted to be famous and he'd do it by becoming an 'It' couple with Heidi," says an insider to Us.

Camilla Ditches Diana Service


Camilla Parker Bowles -- Duchess of Cornwall, the "third person" in the Charles-Diana marriage -- will not be attending the planned memorial observing the 10th anniversary of Diana's death, after a minor uproar erupted in the UK when it was announced that she might be sitting next to Charles in the front row at the service. "I accepted and wanted to support [Charles, William and Harry], however, on reflection I believe my attendance could divert attention from the purpose of the occasion, which is to focus on the life and service of Diana," said the Duchess in a statement. "I'm grateful to my husband, William and Harry for supporting my decision."

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76. OPRAH, EXCUSE ME WHILE I BARF......
SHE USED TO DO GOOD, NOW SHE IS IN THE POWER CRAZED MODE! WHY DO YOU THINKS SHE WANTS THAT MUSLIN OBAMA PRESIDENT! BECAUSE THEN SHE WILL HAVE HER FOOT IN THE DOOR IN OUR GOVERNMENT!
GOD HELP THIS COUNTRY IS OBAMA OR CLINTON GET ELECTED!
I DO HOPE I LIVE THAT LONG TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS IN 11/08

Posted at 2:37PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Scott

77. WHERE ARE MY COMMENTS???????????????

Posted at 12:30PM on Aug 28th 2007 by Scott

78. I cannot stand Oprah, never could.I did try at one point to be open minded, but gave up. Every supposed good deed she has ever done has come with some kind of strings attached. Are people so stupid today that they need to be TOLD what frigging book to read? Go to the darned library yourself instead of sitting on your ass and buying into everything someone else tells you. I could go on and on..I just cannot relate to people's naivete when it comes to that smug, "all-about me" racist phoney. She claims that by lending her name to Obama it willbe worth more than all the money than she could give. Tell me... who do we love? Women especially are pathetic for giving her an ego the size of texas, shame on you all.

Posted at 2:49PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Susan

79. if all oprah's money was gone tomorrow so to would those who are not real friends! as for the wedding shame on her for putting her selfish needs above others she couldve gone to any other resort with her money. as for diana charles only married her because the queen wanted a young virginal bride (all for looks) once she produced an heir and a spare charles and pretty much the rest of the royals had no use for her, charles began convorting with camilla again as diana began feeling lonely and betrayed sought comfort in others arms. neither one was innocent as both commited adultery for different reasons. out of respect for diana and her many admirers camilla is wise to stay home and not attend the memorial.

Posted at 2:44PM on Aug 27th 2007 by diva2

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Posted at 10:59AM on Aug 28th 2007 by Stephanie K

81. The Duchess is in a lose-lose situation, again. Any proper Dianaphile would likely criticize any choice she made concerning her attendance/absence from this affair. I was very fond of the Princess, but she was no more or less a near perfect person than the Duchess. As I grow older I become less eager to cast stones. The insanely public world of the Royals must be impossible to manage at times, and, unlike movie stars, it is not a life they choose.

Posted at 2:49PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Jerry

82. Lets see, hmm. Okay: 1. We all know money buys you most anything. It cannot, however, buy one class. A wedding is a special and honorable occasion. Smoozing with celebs to impress political personage is well, just second rate. The bride had her plans and reservations made by the appropriate time. Oprah should just rent her TV studio for her big party and maybe her "guests" can stay at her house. The hotel should have put their foot down and said, "I am sorry. There is nothing else available."
2. We all know the only people attending that memorial that actually give a damn will be Diana's blood relatives. The others are there only for visuals: To be seen. Camilla does not deserve to be there anyway, so kudos to her for seeing that. She was one person Diana could not stand. If you are detested by the deceased, you don't go to a memorial for them. That would be totally trashy. In my opinion, Charles does not NEED to be there either. Diana's memory would be best served by the two yound men she loved most in the world and no one else. They are adults now and I doubt they need Daddy or the woman who broke up their parent's marriage holding their hands.

Posted at 2:49PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Kim

83. Can Duchess Horseface please remember how victimized she helped Princess Diana to become?! Diana was used for breeding purposes and then painted as unstable and dumped. Horseface was always waiting in the wings until appropriate protocol was serviced and the royal family was ready to 'accept' her. The Princess of our hearts had the last laugh-she was smarter and more cunning than anyone gave her credit for. In the incredible men she raised she will always have a lasting memorial and a branch on the royal family tree. She used her position to better the world and put the royal family to shame. Shame on Charles for even considering Horseface attending. She should stay locked up in the barn and out of family affairs!

Posted at 2:53PM on Aug 27th 2007 by nanann

84. I admire Oprah, but I just wish the celebrities would keep their opinions to themselves. Just because they are a celebritity, doesn't mean they have to public endorse a certain candidate they would like to be the next president. It's an insult to my intelligence to try and sway me to vote their way. I wish they would all just shut up about the elections. Remember a few years ago it all back fired on them when a big bill board in Hollywood read "Thanks Hollywood, for 4 more years". Bush got re-elected. UGHHHHH

Posted at 2:50PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Barb G.

85. William and Harry should be loyal to Diana, and not so kind to Camilla. They both know that she ruined their mother's marriage, and her life. It is terrible that they are so willing to forget. I think Diana would be horrified and disappointed.

Posted at 2:56PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Danielle

86. How appalling! These people are supposed to set an example for the masses by exhibiting class, manners, and good taste. It's looks as though it doesn't matter whether you're Nueve Riche or Royalty bad manners and taste are at epidemic levels. I am an average Joe and my mother taught me have more class and manners than this bunch of self absorbed twits. Thanks MOM!!!
Veteran, USAF

Posted at 3:04PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Steph

87. I HOPE THE ATTORNEY DOESN'T LET QUEEN OPRAH BULLY HER OUT OF HER ROOMS. NO OPRAH! LIFE IS NOT ABOUT YOU AND YOUR MILLIONS. SOMETIMES IT IS ABOUT OTHERS AND WHAT IS SUPPOSE TO BE ONE OF THE BEST DAYS OF THEIR LIVES!!! TAKE OBAMA AND GO TO ANOTHER SWANKY HOTEL.... LIKE YOU LOVE TO EXPRESS, WE ALL KNOW YOU'VE GOT THE MONEY. SO DO THE DECENT THING AND BACK AWAY THIS TIME....................... AS FOR THAT HORSE-FACE HO CAMILLA, LET HER FOR ONCE BE A LADY AND STAY IN HER DUNGEON ON THIS DAY OF REMEMBRANCE OF DIANA. AFTER ALL SHE ENDED UP WITH THE SCOUNDREL IN THE END. SHOW SOME CLASS....................................

Posted at 2:54PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Michael

88. It's sad that Oprah really thinks she can use her name to get her in or out of a situation. Remember the Hermes blow-up from a couple of years ago? I respect how she made it from rags to riches, but I lose that respect every single time she uses her name and ego to tout her beliefs.

Some people are humble with their money and success, Oprah is not. The sooner she gets off her high horse, the better. I seriously doubt Obama's campaign would be threatened because Queen Oprah can't get the hotel THAT weekend.

Posted at 2:56PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Brandon

89. Camila at a tribute for Diana? PPPPUUUULLLLEEEEEEZZZZZEEEEEEE!!!! Charles definately should leave his DOG at home!!!!!!

Posted at 3:09PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Dmadscientist

90. Lady Di - know u r in heaven looking down on your boys. Ol CAmilla does look like an ol bulldog. Charles is whaco too, he had a good thing and never appreciated it, he is half baked too. William and Harry know their mother grieved cause of the treatment from the ol queen on down. She was an angel to the common folks. The boys know it.
God Bless the boys of Lady Di.
And Oprah - go get a life while you are at it. Who are you to give out advise since you have never been married - just shacked up. Good Grief.

Posted at 3:04PM on Aug 27th 2007 by Relish

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