R.I.P.
8/17/2010 1:30 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF

Dr. Ryan's Famous Friends -- Shock, Emotion

Dr. Frank Ryan's celebrity friends have already begun issuing statements on the tragedy -- from the people who went under his knife ... and the people who loved him.
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Gene Simmons

"Dr. Ryan was a good man. Soft spoken, caring and professional. Our deep felt condolences to his family."

Vince Neil

"I'm deeply saddened and devastated at the news of the loss of my long time dear friend. He was a kind and generous man who touched many lives with his Bony Pony Ranch Foundation. He will be missed by many... especially me, his friend."

David Weintraub (Manager)

"I am shocked, saddened and numb in finding out about Dr. Ryan's passing. He was a truly one of a kind man who was so highly respected as a leader & innovator in his business. Frank was a GENIUS doctor and a giver to everyone around him. He was a man who lived life to the fullest and always had a smile on his face. There was not a thing that this man would not do to help someone in need. I cannot express what a loss this is to medical field and to the world this is. Frank was a beloved dear friend and client of mine for the last 8 years and I am going to miss him very much."

Sammy Phillips

"Dr. Frank and I co-hosted a radio show together for almost a year at 97.1, we were co-workers and good friends. He was one of the most respected surgeons in the celebrity community and was known widely for his philanthropic endeavors, namely his charity organization Bony Pony Ranch Foundation for kids. I am SOOOOO upset...how tragic and awful and sad!!! I am beside myself. I feel so bad for him, his dog, his mom. I can't even imagine what she's going through."

Charmaine Blake

"My first love is gone.Dr. Frank Ryan and I lived together on and off for 3 years from 2003-2006. We were in a serious relationship.He took care of me and everything. I don't know what to do, I am in shock.I have never loved anyone else. I am so sad, I can't stop crying."

Heidi Montag

"I am devastated to hear the news of Dr. Frank Ryan's death. He was the most amazing person I have ever known. He was an angel and changed my life and the lives of everyone he met. He was the most brilliant talented surgeon who will ever exist. Dr. Frank Ryan changed the world. My thoughts and prayers go out to his mother, family, friends, and anyone who was ever blessed enough to meet him. He is in a better place."

Brittny & Lisa Gastineau

"We are devastated. One of our best friends and surgeons that we trusted. We are blessed to have known him. An amazing human being. We are going to need some time to wrap our heads around this."

Janice Dickinson

"Janice is deeply deeply anguished!She is stunned and wants the world to know to know what a genius Dr Ryan was. He was a friend and my love goes out to his mother and the rest of the family."

Traci Bingham

“I’m completely sick over this as Dr. Frank Ryan was an incredible man and he touched the lives of so many people. We’ve been friends for many years, since the day I stepped foot in LA.The world will miss him. I love you Frank. “

Shayne Dahl Lamas-Richie

"My heart is in a million pieces as I learn the devastating news of my dear friend Frank Ryan’s death. I am confused on why a man of great stature and true genuine intentions for his work and charity work has been taken away from the people that appreciated it the most. The Bony Poney Ranch will live on and Hollywood will remember their #1 surgeon as my thoughts go out to his Mother at this time. My family and I will be mourning his shocking death. God you have Hollywood’s hometown hero and he will be missed."

2/7/2008 10:19 AM PST BY TMZ STAFF

"Celeb Rehab" Star Crashes Hard!

One of TMZ's cameramen watched as a car carrying Crazytown frontman Shifty Shellshock's got plowed into by another vehicle -- and ended up giving Shifty a ride back to his rehab facility!


Last night, Shifty, his buddy David Weintraub and some other friends were being driven home from Hollywood nightclub Opera in a souped-up limo that could double as a battle tank, when a compact car, allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road, slammed into their ride. The guys had a theory about why the Honda driver smashed into them, but we never saw the other driver on camera to get his side of the story. Cops arrived a short time after, but as of this morning, no police report has been filed.

The guys were stranded -- until TMZ offered the group a ride. One of Shifty's buddies even took hold of the camera and shot the drive from the back seat!

12/17/2007 11:11 AM PST BY TMZ STAFF

Fake Door Babe Terrorizes Z-Listers at Hyde

David Weintraub and Shifty Shellshock (of the band Crazy Town) were denied outside of Hyde last night. Only problem: The "host" at the door was a loony, stoney phony!


TMZ was in front of the Sunset Blvd. club last night, when a short, seemingly wasted girl took over the door and gave Weintraub the third degree over his license, which she said was fake. Like her "job" -- the girl later admitted she had no affiliation with the club at all!

Crazy girl was also heard mumbling that she'd rape Jenna Jameson -- as the porn star stood right in front of her!
12/13/2007 2:47 PM PST BY TMZ STAFF

Jo and Slade -- Totally Over ... It

Former "Real Housewives of Orange County" sublebs Jo De La Rosa and Slade Smiley may not be a couple anymore -- or reality stars, for that matter -- but they've each moved on to physically bigger and questionably better things.


TMZ cameras spotted Jo out with another reality show reject -- "Sons of Hollywood" star David Weintraub. The pair were out about on Robertson Blvd. yesterday, hitting up the trendy boutique Lisa Kline. A source inside the store tells us that Jo was trying on several different outfits (didn't buy any) and that David was very "touchy-feely" with her. *shudder*

Not to be topped, Slade was out and about last night with a busty piece of arm candy by his side. When our camera guy wanted to know how Jo was doing, to which Slade shot back, "Jo is probably fine."

Probably, indeed.

Click here... it's not over yet

6/28/2007 12:39 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF

Gummi Bear: Mr. Big!

It had to happen. It was inevitable. Gummi Bear blew up!

Gummi was stuffed into a white SUV (unbuckled) last night outside of Les Deux, where some mouthy dude in the backseat discouraged the once loquacious bear from speaking to TMZ's camera, saying, "He's sober now, he's doing his thing, we'll let you know what's up ... he's starting his own company ... he's employed." Oh please! Don't dummy-up the Gummi one!

TMZ has heard that producer David Weintraub, who brought the stellar "Sons of Hollywood" to the small screen, is going to do a gargantuan reality show based on the lush life of Gummi Bear. Living large! A cooking show would have been too expensive. Leave it to Gummi!

It's going to be very difficult for Gummi -- getting turned away from a club by yourself is one thing -- but having your entourage, bodyguards and personal camera crew denied -- that's cold!

5/10/2007 1:07 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF

Weintraub: That's Just How He Rolls -- Away

David Weintraub packed a Phantom with ladies last night -- then ditched them on the side of the road when police pulled him over!

TMZ spotted the "Sons of Hollywood" star, literally up against a wall, after the popo pulled him and his crew over for not wearing seatbelts. The Rolls may be a roomy car, but it certainly wasn't built to hold seven beltless passengers!

Realizing someone had to go, Weintraub and his boys left the four ladies stranded with the police, the girls still pressed against the wall as they peeled away. What gentlemen!
4/2/2007 12:17 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF

Sean Stewart is a Little Nuts

"Sons of Hollywood" star Sean Stewart dropped his suit ... his bathing suit that is, and went for a press-generating dip in Malibu.

Stewart, son of Rod, bared his own rod in a seaside romp for paparazzi. His A&E show debuted last night, causing Variety's Brian Lowry to quip, "Thanks for nothing, bro."

Sean and his co-stars, Randy Spelling and David Weintraub, inspired widespread lunging for remotes.

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