Priscilla Presley Victim of Cosmetic Scam

TMZ has learned Priscilla Presley is the victim of a botched cosmetic procedure. What's worse -- it was at the hands of a gigolo who was sent to prison for perpetrating an injectable scam on Hollywood's elite.
Priscilla Pressley, Dr. Serrano
Priscilla, whose face looks ... strange on "Dancing with the Stars," went to Dr. Daniel Serrano around 2003. Serrano was a good-looking doc from Argentina who hooked into Hollywood's social A-list and started giving them what he claimed were miracle injections that worked better than Botox.

In fact, Serrano was injecting industrial, low-grade silicone similar to what's used to lubricate auto parts in Argentina into the faces of these women. Several women, including Shawn King, Larry's wife, and Diane Richie, Lionel's wife at the time, held injection parties in their homes, with Serrano needling them with the non-FDA approved drug that he had smuggled in to the U.S. He charged between $300 and $500 a pop.

But wait, it gets worse. Serrano wasn't even a licensed doc in the U.S. The injections caused lumps, paralysis and holes in the faces of some of the women (and some men) he injected.

Serrano, who was nicknamed Dr. Jiffy Lube, was indicted by the Feds for smuggling drugs, and the conspiracy and use of unapproved drugs. He was convicted, and last week he was released and is currently being investigated by federal immigration officials and could be deported.

BTW, Diane Richie was also indicted as an accomplice. She pled out and was placed on probation.

As for Priscilla -- who had no idea she was being injected with silicone -- we're told she's undergoing corrective work.
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"Idol's" David Hernandez Wants to Be "Rent" Boy


TMZ has learned that "AI" wannabeen David Hernandez has come to the Big Apple to audition for the cast of Broadway's "Rent." Hey -- beats strippin' for a livin'!

We caught up with Hernandez on his way into town, and when we pressed him about his tryout, all he would say was that he was auditioning for a show called "Lease." ("Lease" ... "Rent" ... Is he really making a "Team America: World Police" ref? You decide.)

Arizona Dave also seemed a little bewildered by the big city, prodding random strangers for help finding a car and asking a Hasidic Jew whether he was a "Pilgrim."

We contacted "Rent" for comment, but we haven't heard back yet. The Broadway production ends its 12-year run on June 1.

Soleil Moon's Scary Sunday


TMZ has learned paramedics from the L.A. Fire Department responded to the home of "Punky Brewster" star Soleil Moon Frye Sunday, to treat someone at the home for a possible allergic reaction.

We're told the call to 911 came in around 1:15 PM. Units spent about 15 minutes on the scene and then left, without transporting anyone.

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Pam and Rick Are Officially History


Pam Anderson and Rick Salomon are officially kaput.

TMZ obtained legal papers filed a few minutes ago in L.A. County Superior Court, annulling the marriage that was shorter than Pam's skirts.

The marriage was annulled on grounds of fraud. Initially, when Pam filed legal papers back in December, she was asking for a straight divorce. But on February 22, documents were filed asking for an annulment, citing fraud.

Sources tell TMZ both Rick and Pam privately stipulated to fraud -- that Pam promised Rick they would have children together. As we reported, Pam was pregnant at the time the couple separated. Shortly after the separation, we learned Pam was no longer pregnant. Subsequently both Rick and Pam filed annulment papers.

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31. I was wondering what happened to her face .
It seemed such a drastic change.
She was still so gorgeous only a few years ago...
Glad the bum is in jail!

Posted at 8:09AM on Mar 25th 2008 by Dawnn

32. It just goes to show you even if you can afford the best things in life. Even if you are a smart accomplished women you can fall victim to a loser . How ANYONE would allow ANYBODY to touch their face without checking the persons credentials is beyond comprehension. I have had work done by a PROFESSIONAL Plastic Surgeon that I investigated thoroughly and am more than thrilled with the results. It is a shame if true that Priscilla fell for this so called doctor and now looks as she does. If she had only gone to the Doctor she has now to fix her face first then this would not have happened to her. Stay away from any Parties that promise youth. Go to a certified Doctor.

Posted at 4:20PM on Mar 24th 2008 by jjpop

33. So what is wrong with aging naturally ladies & gentleman?
The youth preserving or regenerating procedure make you look like circus freaks anyway. It just makes you look desperate, pathetic, stupid, or worse, like Joan Rivers-terminally surprised and crazy!
It is an honor to grow old-so many people are not allowed to live long enough to grow old. Some cultures have a huge celebration and the woman is given exalted status whe she turns 50!
Only in Palm Springs have I ever seen in the VALU PAK envelopes for discounts on cosmetic procedures! ROLFMAO!
What is wrong with you people? Too much money and no brains it seems? You need to volunteer some time to Homeless Shelters, Veterans Hospitals, Domestic Violence Shelters, Childrens education organizations...and get a grip on what is really important and guess what?
It sure isn't your faces! If you are so stupid you deserve to lose your money to these scam artist doctors...or maybe just give some away instead and forego the damage to your body.
I'd feel sorry for you if you weren't so stupidly seeking the impossible-even just by common sense standards!

Posted at 4:15PM on Mar 24th 2008 by southcalgal

34. ELVIS WOULD BE HORRIFIED AND DISGUSTED

Posted at 5:45PM on Mar 24th 2008 by ELVIS FAN

35. Aging is a fact of life... why can't these women realize that they should age gracefully and look REAL instead of injecting who knows what into their faces!!! Pricilla's never had a "real" life anyway, so this figures... she's been living in a fantasy world since Elvis picked her up when she was 12....

Posted at 4:20PM on Mar 24th 2008 by christine

36. Agree with southcalgal 100%. There is nothing more wierd than a face that has been blown up to look like its been punched repeatedly. And there is nothing more sweet than a the face of a litlle old lady with a little lipstick and blush on and her gray hair curled with a geniune smile that shows the years and doesn't look plastic. I have such admiration for the older generations that don't go faking it. There's nothing wrong with taking good care and trying to look you best, but these Stars are messed up for LIFE. You can't go back!

Posted at 4:26PM on Mar 24th 2008 by ceeejaaa@aol.com

37. I agree with Mike and Clara. Miley isn't the little ruler of the world or of media, but she is being very successful in her early career. =]

Posted at 4:28PM on Mar 24th 2008 by Ange

38. Yep Yep n Yeppers

Posted at 4:29PM on Mar 24th 2008 by gayle

39. Mike your an ass.just because someones from the south doesn't mean their trailer trash.Im from the the south and i do not live in a trailer.but you can kiss my grits.but anyway im very proud to be from the SOUTH,

Posted at 4:37PM on Mar 24th 2008 by debra

40. i like priscilla presley"s face pretty long time ago young but her face look different oh no! i hope she is okay. she is good dancer wow! i did watch tv her dancer wowwow! how is her daughter Lisa? Priscilla looks young wow!

Posted at 2:50AM on Apr 2nd 2008 by LILLIAN ANA ZABALA

41. That's what they get for letting a (probably illegal) gold plated messican anywhere near 'em! I hope their husbands walloped each one of 'em in their puffed up faces! As for Priscilla, she used to be good looking, but SHE'S 70!!!! She's SUPPOSED to look that bad!!!

Posted at 4:37PM on Mar 24th 2008 by bulldozer

42. Right on southcalgal!!!!!!! I am so glad my father told me to get an education and not to worry about what anyone thought about the way I looked. He was so right when he said, "Beauty fades but stupid is forever" and "After a woman turns 30, it's not about what she looks like it's what she knows." By 30, it's too late to bat your eyes, twist your hair, and laugh at any everything she hears that she doesn't have any knowledge of. I was a late bloomer and now I am the one whose attractive (I got the last laugh at my reunion). Why? Because I read books, travel, served our country, have confidence, and I don't give a flying fig about what people think of my appearance. Britney Spears will look like "The Joker" in 30 years too, unless she wakes up and starts cultivating her brain. It's really sad, that in Hollyweird they don't place a premium on young actors education and self confidence. Plastic, plastic, world it must be. Veteran, USAF

Posted at 4:41PM on Mar 24th 2008 by S Fox

43. Priscilla screwed herself up by going to the 'fountain of youth' at her age! Give me a break. She was so pretty otherwise, how much prettier or younger do celebrities want to get? Can't even recognize some of them after surgery! They look pitiful. All I want to know is who Elizabeth Taylor went to because until she got a little older, she always looked fantastic! That's who I would go to, otherwise, forget it people!

Posted at 4:51PM on Mar 24th 2008 by Nicevillean

44. Just remember that Priscilla was married to Elvis and probably feels she has an image to uphold....not to mention that if Elvis were still with us, I am sure he would be doing the same thing!! Let's just pray that Lisa Marie does not touch her beautiful face......everyone makes their choices and who are we to judge? As far as Miley Cyrus, she is a good singer and the kids love her.........she is a wholesome young lady.........let her have her fun.......and be thankful that the younger generation has a wholesome role model to look up to .

Posted at 4:53PM on Mar 24th 2008 by Dob

45. I agree with heather shut up mike!

Posted at 4:58PM on Mar 24th 2008 by arie

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