Mel Gibson Turns Himself In for Booking
Mel Gibson tied up the loose ends last night in his criminal battery case, by going to the El Segundo Police Department near L.A. for booking ... law enforcement sources tell TMZ.
Judge Stephanie Sautner gave Mel a week from his sentencing last Friday to go to a police station, where his mug shot would be taken and he would be fingerprinted -- all part of the process.
Mel went to the El Segundo PD -- near LAX -- Wednesday night at 9:30 PM PT.
Mel's info includes his age, 55, his weight, 190 lbs, and his height, 5'10".
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Tucker Max: It Took 5 Bouncers to Boot Me from Party
"I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell" author Tucker Max was tossed out of a party at the South by Southwest film festival Sunday night, TMZ has learned -- and it took FIVE bouncers to do the job.
Tucker tells TMZ, "I had been invited to this boring and annoying SXSW party ... I decided to amuse myself by throwing bags of Popchips into the ceiling fan, trying to get them to explode over all of us. Juvenile? Yes. Hilarious when you're drunk? Absolutely."
But security at the Hangar Lounge in Austin, TX wasn't laughing -- and according to Tucker, the two in-house bouncers weren't man enough to kick him out ... so they had to recruit three additional hired guns from across the street.
Potato chips in a ceiling fan? Lots of alcohol? Pissed off security guards? Sounds like awesome material for a new book.
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Seann William Scott Enters Treatment Facility
Seann William Scott -- the actor who famously played Stifler in the "American Pie" movies" -- has checked himself in to a treatment center for "health and personal issues."
The actor's rep has released a statement saying, "Seann William Scott has voluntarily admitted himself for proactive treatment to address health and personal issues."
The rep continues, "He appreciates the support of his many fans at this time."
So far, the nature of Scott's issues are unclear.
Gilbert Gottfried Sorry About the Tsunami Jokes
Gilbert Gottfried is eating his incredibly tasteless words -- in fact, the comic just took to Twitter to make a public apology after mocking the victims of the tsunami in Japan ... writing, "I meant no disrespect."
So far, Aflac hasn't rehired him.
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Howard Stern Aflac Had 'No Reason' to Fire Gilbert
Howard Stern is lashing out at Aflac for firing Gilbert Gottfried -- the voice behind their famous duck mascot -- claiming the comic's tasteless Japanese tsunami jokes were just Gilbert being Gilbert.
It all went down on the "Howard Stern Show" this morning -- Howard blasted Aflac for dumping Gilbert yesterday over the tasteless jokes he posted on Twitter ... claiming they knew what they were signing up for when they hired him ... because offensive jokes are kinda' Gilbert's thing.
The man's got a point.
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Gilbert Gottfried Fired by Aflac Over Japan Tweets
Gilbert Gottfried was fired by Aflac from his gig as the voice of its duck mascot in the wake of his controversial series of tweets about the earthquake in Japan.
The company released a statement saying, "Gilbert’s recent comments about the crisis in Japan were lacking in humor and certainly do not represent the thoughts and feelings of anyone at Aflac ... Aflac will immediately set plans in motion to conduct a nationwide casting call to find a new voice of the iconic Aflac Duck."
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Ellen DeGeneres Trespasser Pleads No Contest
The woman arrested last month outside the home of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi pled no contest today to a charge of misdemeanor trespassing.
Karen Grace Sjoden was sentenced to three years probation and ordered to stay away from the home ... as well as Ellen, Portia, and one of Ellen's employees.
Sjoden was given credit for the 49 days she already served in jail.
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'Celeb Apprentice' Contestant Ordered to Prison
Richard Hatch -- the guy who won $1 million on Season 1 of "Survivor" -- has been ordered to surrender to U.S. marshals by NOON today to begin a 9-month prison sentence for not paying taxes on the prize money.
Hatch had filed a request to delay his surrender until he could get his business affairs in order ... but earlier today, the judge shot down the request ... which means Hatch better get his ass over to his nearest marshals station ASAP.
Hatch is currently a contestant on "Celebrity Apprentice" -- and though most of the season has already been taped ... the finale will be LIVE in a couple of months.
So, if by chance ... Hatch makes it all the way to the final 2 ... Trump better make sure he can broadcast from behind bars!
UPDATE: Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal David Remington tells us Hatch has officially surrendered to authorities.
Gilbert Gottfried SHOCKING Japan Tsunami Jokes
As the death toll creeps towards 3,000 ... and the fear of a nuclear disaster looms ... comedian Gilbert Gottfried decided the timing was right for some completely tasteless Japan tsunami jokes.
Gilbert went to his Twitter page over the past 24 hours and dropped TWELVE tsunami-inspired jokes ... including:
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Jake Gyllenhaal -- Bathroom Run-in at SXSW
Jake Gyllenhaal was the victim of a serious Guy Code violation during a screening of his movie "Source Code" at SXSW -- when a guy tried to take his picture ... in the bathroom!
We're told Jake was in the restroom, doing his thing, when a guy snapped off a pic. Not cool!
Although there are rumors a fight went down, we're told Jake simply talked to the guy -- who understood his mistake -- and eventually the pic was deleted.
Guess the guy realized it was a sh*tty thing to do.
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Charlie Sheen Tour -- Sold Out in 18 Minutes!
Charlie Sheen has won the Internet again -- his upcoming mini-tour sold out in just 18 minutes ... and now he's planning on adding extra shows.
We're told the time is a Ticketmaster record and that Charlie will be adding additional tour stops some time in the near future.
Charlie's official website says $1 from every ticket sold will go to the Red Cross to help victims from the earthquake in Japan.
Sheen celebrated the sell out in typical Sheenist fashion, saying via Twitter: "Fastball; Detroit/Chicago sold out in minutes... Thanks to Sheen's Cadre..! #WINNING c"
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Arrest Warrant Issued for 'Kill Bill' Star
Cops are on the hunt for "Kill Bill" star Michael Madsen ... who allegedly owes around $570,000 in child and spousal support debts ... TMZ has learned.
According to court documents, Madsen failed to show up for ahearing in his child/spousal support case last week ... so the judge found him incontempt and issued a warrant for his arrest.
If the cops catch up with Madsen it's gonna cost him ... his bail hasalready been set at $26,000.
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Oksana Will Sue Mel
Oksana Grigorieva will file a civil lawsuit against Mel Gibson ... this according to Oksana's lawyer.
TMZ reported on September 16, 2010 -- just after Oksana hired Daniel Horowitz -- Oksana would file a lawsuit alleging battery, emotional distress and defamation.
We spoke with Daniel Horowitz and asked if Mel's no contest plea in any way changes her plan to sue. Horowitz said, "Our position hasn't changed."
Mel's plea bargain won't help Oksana in a civil lawsuit, because Mel did not admit to guilt.
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Charlie Sheen -- Cashing in on the Crazy
Charlie Sheen has been all over the Internet these past few weeks, but there's never been an official home for all the warlocks to gather ... until now.
Sheen launched his official website last night, complete with its own unique rant video. The Vatican Assassin is using the site to sell tickets to his shows in Detroit and Chicago ... and to peddle a few t-shirts with his favorite Sheenisms.
Charlie Sheen -- winning the Internet one step at a time.
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'Idol' Judge's Trailers Mansions on Wheels
It's a wonder the "American Idol" judges ever make it to the stage -- because TMZ has learned they each have a RIDICULOUS trailer ... loaded with everything from plasma TVs to gourmet kitchens.
Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler ... and yes, even Randy Jackson get to chill out in these pimped out trailers -- featuring massage chairs, surround sound systems, A/C, and even private offices ... UPSTAIRS.
You gotta see these things.
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Mel Gibson -- Community Service at Wife's Charity
Mel Gibson will perform his court-ordered community service at a charity organization run by his estranged wife ... TMZ has learned.
As part of his sentence, Mel must complete 16 hours of community service between now and June 9 -- and he's chosen to pitch in at Mending Kids International ... where, according to their website, Robyn Gibson serves as the President of the Board of Directors.
The charity is dedicated to providing life-changing surgical care to children in need.
UPDATE: A rep for Mending Kids tells TMZ ... Robyn finished her term as President in December ... and is now in charge of the Malibu branch of the charity.
The rep adds, ""Mel and Robyn Gibson have been tremendous supporters of Mending Kids International over the years and have provided life-changing surgeries to children across the globe."