Criss Angel is in the middle of a serious hostage situation -- and the hostage is a cute little kitty cat.
The Vegas magician is accused of taking a fluffy lil' feline belonging to fellow Vegas showman Jeff Beacher -- and now Beacher is getting his lawyers involved in an attempt to get his pet back.
In a strongly-worded letter fired off to Angel, Beacher accuses Angel of jacking the animal from a friend who was supposed to be watching the cat while Beacher mourned the death of his father.
Beacher claims Angel not only refuses to give it back -- but worse yet, he says the "Mindfreak" taunted him about the cat on the phone with comments like, "I took your cat ... he lives with me now ... the cat no longer likes you ... the cat and I have become close friends."
Now Beacher demands the safe return of the cat -- plus "the value of the use of his cat during the period of detention."
Oompa Loompa, doompadee do, we've got another puzzle for you -- what do you do when you take a stage dive, but fall on your head and fight to survive?
One of Beacher's Madhouse's Oompa Loompas -- real name Donny Davis -- sustained minor injuries after some failed crowd surfing this past weekend at the IP Casino in Biloxi, MS.
Don't worry, unlike Augustus Gloop, he was seen again and is feelin' fine.
Jeff Beacher, who runs the little person parade that is Beacher's Madhouse in Las Vegas, is being sued for trashing a weight loss doc that prescribed him one hell of fat-trimming concoction. Ivan Goldsmith and TrimCare are going after Beacher because he claimed the mix of Human Growth Hormone, testosterone and number of other drugs he was prescribed to lose weight nearly killed him and ruined his business.
Goldsmith claims Beacher is pissed because of a failed business deal -- not from the fat-eating drug cocktail -- and is seeking damages in excess of 10 grand.
Beacherreleased the following statement to us: "Wow I can't believe he sued me after all he did to me. Well I'm going to enjoy exposing him to the world, he's playing in a nuclear war with stick and stones -- and I have guided nuclear missiles."
Sloppy drag Britneys are all the rage these days ... and TMZ's found the most reviling one yet.
Jeff Beacher, the madman behind Beacher's Madhouse at the Hard Rock, did his best Spears impression over the weekend ... and it was not a pleasant sight.
Warning -- this video NSFAWHJE (not safe for anyone who has just eaten).
The winner of the proposed fight between Tommy Lee and Kid Rock now stands to line his pockets with a much fatter stack of cash. Jeff Beacher, of Beacher's Madhouse in the Hard Rock Hotel in Vegas, has offered a purse of $1 million if Kid Rock and Tommy Lee take their VMA beef to his club's boxing ring. Beacher is now raising the stakes by upping the prize to a cool $1.5 mil!
Who said you couldn't put a price on your dignity?
Still no word from either camp if they'll take Beacher up on his offer.
Paris Hilton found herself at a new home Tuesday night -- the International House of Pancakes. Rooty Tooty Not-So Fresh 'N Fruity!
It was pure Hiltonian pandemonium at the Sunset Blvd. breakfast joint, as Hilton and her entire entourage came in to grab some grub after a night of partying at Opera. The heiress, who told Larry King she was "frankly sick" of the club scene (mm-hmm), grabbed a booth with her sister Nicky, Nic's boyfriend David Katzenberg and Beacher's Madhouse founder Jeff Beacher as other customers and staff screamed and squealed to get the ex-con's attention.
Is there nothing they won't watch Paris do, eat, smell, read, or hold?
A post-prison Paris sure is taking advantage of her newfound freedom!
The uber-active hottie began her busy L.A. day accompanied by Las Vegas side showman Jeff Beacher, and while posing for a pic with a mother and her baby outside Fred Segal, Paris decides to one arm grab the unfortunate offspring! Don't drop the little Louis Vuitton!
Safety first Paris followed up her baby snatching soiree by adding a few shades of orange at a Beverly Hills tanning salon, then made a wardrobe change and hit up an art show with consistent courtier Adrian Grenier. Is Vincent Chase-ing a relationship?
There's no better way to end a busy day than being harassed by a homeless Al Pacino impersonator, who's told by the surrounding photogs that he's "scaring" Mizz Hilton.
A Las Vegas doctor has challenged comedian/Las Vegas showman Jeff Beacher to put down his fork and lose 100 pounds, and if he does, Doc will pick up his pen and write a check for $100,000! De-chunking chunk of cash! The rotund host of Beacher's Madhouse at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, has begun using Dr. Goldsmith's Trim Care Methods, which include diet, workouts and monitoring of blood and heart health. The doctor pledged that if Jeff succeeds in going from 300 lbs. to 200 lbs. -- the good doctor will hand over 100K -- that's a fat wad!
Dr. Goldsmith tells TMZ, "I believe it is time that someone does something really good for him and helps motivate Mr. Beacher to save his life! I will know that my efforts were well worth it, when Mr. Beacher is healthy, slims down to under 200 lbs. and is able to finish the Las Vegas Marathon in December -- when that happens, I will proudly hand him the $100,000!"
Sounds like Beacher's Madhouse should put locks on the refrigerators!
If Britney Spears' 15-minute mini-shows have left you wanting a tiny bit more ... you need a little Vegas in your life! TMZ has learned that the singer's microtwin, 26-year-old Terra Jole, has inked a six-figure deal to perform her 45-minute routine at Jeff Beacher's Madhouse in the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino starting this weekend. And unlike the real thing, Lil' Brit actually sings!
TMZ has learned that Terra Jole (aka Mini Britney Spears) has a gigantic showbiz history, and Britney isn't the only big star that the wee powerhouse has impersonated. Jole was formerly with the band Mini Kiss ... playing a little version of Gene Simmons in a KISS-mocking rock band. The band had quite a cult following, with regular performances at Jeff Beacher's Madhouse at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, which is relaunching on May 26. Mini KISS has also performed opposite a band owned by Beacher, Tiny KISS. Jeff's a leader in big, little entertainment. You just can't get enough little KISSes!
The petite pop doppelganger diva-ette also had a small role in "Austin Powers 3." Now a huge sensation as Mini Britney, Terra is originally from San Antonio and has been performing since she was a little girl.
Catholic League president Bill Donohue, who once took on the creators of "South Park," is now crusading against the off-Broadway hit show, "Stairway to Hell," produced by Vegas impresarios Jeff Beacher and Randy Weiner. The rock musical involves rockers and a heaven/hell theme.
Donohue lamented in a press release, "Men and women are dying everyday in Iraq to keep America free. It is sickening to note that some young Americans think freedom means the right to insult, degrade and abuse the sensibilities of Christians." Donohue neglected to mention whether he thought free speech was part of that fight.
"Hell" producer Randy Weiner fired back, "We're not interested in hurting anyone or disparaging anyone's religious beliefs. This is a show meant to amuse and entertain, and our sole intent is for the audience to leave our show feeling that they enjoyed themselves during the time they spent with us. It saddens me that Mr. Donohue is trying to exploit the suffering of our American soldiers to further his own crusade."
Beacher has now hired personal bodyguards for the show's cast, saying, "Donohue hates 'Stairway To Hell,' which makes it a perfect show for my audience. He says the show deserves to be in hell, so I'm taking it to Vegas where it belongs!"
TMZ has obtained a letter sent by PETA to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, warning them not to use live monkeys in the upcoming revival of "Beacher's Madhouse," featuring ousted Miss Nevada Katie Rees. PETA claims they have been "inundated with phone calls and e-mails from our members who were upset," concerning primates that will be used in the show, as featured in advertisements. PETA claims monkeys in Vegas would suffer from "being displayed in a crowded nightclub with deafeningly loud music, and intoxicated patrons will cause these monkeys trauma, stress, and unnecessary discomfort." Kinda like K-Fed does!
Another reason cited by PETA: "They harbor many diseases that are transmissible to humans, including bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Primates who have been forced to live in artificial, substandard conditions frequently attack humans."
"Madhouse" creator Jeff Beacher tells TMZ, "I love all animals including the ones I hire -- I hire all of them through trained professional animal handlers, who also love animals and treat them properly and with care. I am appalled and insulted that they would accuse me of such accusations." PETA had no problem with the use of Katie Rees.
The former Miss Nevada is smack in the middle of another sexually charged controversy ... and this one could reach its climax in court.
TMZ has obtained acease and desist letterfrom Cirque du Soleil, sent to "Beacher's Madhouse" host Jeff Beacher at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas. The letter asks him to halt production on the "orgasmic" part of his variety show, hosted by former Miss Nevada Katie Reese, because it infringes on Cirque's trademarked name.
Cirque believes that Beacher has been advertising the orgasm contest as a "Cirque du Soleil" event in several online publications. Beacher insists that the name was used in blogs by mistake, and that it was never part of his show.
The letter asks Hard Rock to stop advertising the show on their website, and "post a prominent" retraction on websites where it appeared. Oddly, the Hard Rock never used the name on their site.
TMZ spoke to Beacher, who told us, "I have no intention, and have never even thought about calling my orgasm contest the Cirque du Soleil Contest. I'm calling it exactly what it is; an Orgasm Contest." Beacher's attorney, Mike Heller, told us "Mr. Beacher appreciates Cirque du Soleil and would never use their name in vain. We ask for a total retraction and apology from Cirque du Soliel."
Howard Stern sidekick Artie Lang played to sold-out crowds over the weekend at Luxor in Las Vegas, and was promptly puked on.
After the shows, Artie and fellow Stern sidekicks Reverend Bob Levy and Nick DiPalo headed to Body English, a nightclub at The Hard Rock. Once in the VIP area, Artie egged-on Wee Matt (a little person star in Jeff Beacher's Madhouse comedy show at the Joint) to chug his beer. Wee Matt obliged, then looked up at Artie and vomited on his leg and all over Artie's VIP table.
Artie and the gang were laughing hysterically at the pukefest. Artie said, "Wow, I've never seen a midget throw up before." What happens in Vegas ... sometimes doesn't stay down.
Harvey Levin Mike Tyson was just arrested at LAX: http://su.pr/2NUMpy
Perez Hilton Dang, #DontHackBritney started trending FAST, y'all!
Lance Armstrong Morning. Hanging w/ @maxarmstrong1 and eating breakfast.
Mark Hoppus Had 1 of those dreams that's so close to life I wonder if it happened. Did I really fly my desk through time to defeat the evil pig leader?
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