Burglar Bunch -- The Celebrity Connection
Cops are still on the hunt for the final member of the Hollywood Hills Burglar Bunch -- a guy who has a serious in with major Hollywood celebrities.
TMZ has learned Johnny Dangerous -- aka Jonathan Ajar -- is a promoter at a major Hollywood nightclub frequented by most of the stars on the Burglar Bunch hit list.
We've learned four of the six Burglar Bunch suspects have been photographed inside Ajar's nightclub before-- and Ajar himself has been photographed hanging out with several celebrities like Will I. Am and Suge Knight.
Ajar is currently a wanted man in connection to the burglaries of Orlando Bloom, Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Audrina Patridge and more -- but cops say Ajar is nowhere to be found.
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Jon Gosselin: The Spirit Moves Me
Jon Gosselin is not going to hook up with Octomom for a TV special, because his "spiritual advisors" had a bad feeling about the project. Who knew we were spiritual advisors?
We got a statement that Jon's "talent" agent sent to the producers of "Jon - Kate = Jon + Octomom" saying, "While Jon appreciates the consideration and the potential revenues that it offers, after reviewing with both the management team and his spiritual advisors Jon has decided it is not in his best interest to pursue a show of this nature."
The "Dear Jon" letter continues, "... it is important to Jon to focus on his family and repairing the relationship that Jon and Kate need to have, both for themselves and for the sake of their children."
That's Jon Gosselin for you -- always doing the Lord's work.
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Burglar Bunch -- No Strangers to Trouble
TMZ has learned several suspected members of the Hollywood Hills Burglar Bunch have a serious history of breaking the law -- and their past violations could bite them in the ass if they're found guilty of stealing from the rich and famous.
Courtney Leigh Ames was arrested for battery back in 2008, after she allegedly fought a co-worker. She eventually plead guilty to disturbing the peace and was sentenced to 24 months of probation ... which means no burglaring.
Johnny Dangerous -- aka Jonathan Ajar -- was convicted of DUI earlier this year. He was sentenced to 36 months probation ... but on Sept. 30, he was arrested for drug possession. The drug arrest could violate the terms of his probation ... which also prohibits burglaring.
Finally, Alexis Neiers was arrested on suspicion of driving around with some pot in her car back in July. But Alexis missed her court date so a warrant was issued for her arrest. She is not on probation ... but burglaring is still a bad idea.
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Oprah -- Double Standard on Domestic Abuse?
Oprah took a hard stand on Chris Brown, but just a few days ago the talk show host allowed another famous alleged woman-abuser on her show -- and now the victim says she feels betrayed.
The man in question is gospel singer BeBe Winans -- who is accused of shoving his ex-wife Debra Winans to the ground in front of their kids back in February. BeBe was on "Oprah" on Friday to pimp out his new gospel CD -- his domestic violence charge is pending until another court hearing next year.
Debra tells TMZ she's "hurt by Oprah's decision to have Bebe on the show" -- especially after she refused to have Chris Brown on her show in the wake of the Rihanna beating.
Calls to Oprah's people were not returned.
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Michael Jackson's Former Manager Wants $$$
Michael Jackson's estate has a new creditor to deal with ... and this one is interesting. Leonard Rowe, self-described manager of the singer, has filed a creditors claim for $51,218.
Rowe says in legal docs on March 25, 2009, Jackson signed an agreement in which Rowe would "oversee and supervise his finances and the shows at the O2 Concert Hall in London..."
Rowe says this year, he incurred $51,218 in expenses which include hotels, car rental, food and airline tickets.
And, included in the legal docs ... the agreement that Jackson allegedly scribbled on and signed.
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Three-Sided 'Thriller' Assault on Jackson Estate
Michael Jackson's estate was hit with three major creditor's claims today -- and they're all from people who claim MJ owed them tons of cash from "Thriller."
First up: John Landis -- the guy who wrote and directed the "Thriller" video and documentary back in 1983. Landis claims Jackson owed him more than $400,000 from a deal MJ made to take "Thriller" to Broadway -- a deal Landis said MJ didn't have the authority to make in the first place without his consent.
Next up: The company who hired Landis to do the "Thriller" gig also filed legal documents. Levitsky Productions claims they weren't paid profits they were entitled to from the music video in more than 4 years. They want more than $1,000,000.
Lucky #3: George Folsey Jr. -- the guy who produced the "Thriller" music video and documentary. Folsey claims Jackson stiffed him out of his cut of Thriller-related merchandise -- such as video games, toys, comic books, DVDs, CDs, dramatic and musical works and more. Folsey Jr. also wants more than $1,000,000.
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Congressman Trash Talks Beyonce, Jay-Z
The Phillies dominated the Yankees last night -- and according to this PA congressman, not even the combined powers of Beyonce, Jay-Z, Kate Hudson and all the celebrity Yankees fans in the universe can help them pull ahead.
We got Robert Brady (D-PA) -- the same guy who issued The Mohawk Challenge -- today in DC, where he said having hardcore athletic support from celebs is great and all, but "How many home runs did Kate Hudson hit?"
The man has a point...
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Swastika Guy to Taylor: I'm Sorry!
The guy at the core of the Taylor Swift swastika scandal claims it's possible the singer did not see the Nazi symbol on his chest when he pulled her in for a photo the other night.
The shirt-bearer, AJ English, tells TMZ he didn't know Taylor before Katy Perry's party last weekend -- and he's sorry for dragging her into the chaos.
As for why he had a swastika on his shirt in the first place -- English says it started out as an "X" but was "perverted" as the night went on, adding he's "not a racist" and doesn't support the Nazi agenda.
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NFL Star's Agent -- You Can't Use the F-Word?
Larry Johnson's agent claims he's appealing the KC Chiefs decision to suspend the running back for dropping a gay slur this week -- but the real story is that the agent claims he "didn't realize" the F-word was offensive in the first place.
TMZ spoke with Peter Schafer -- who is also Johnson's lawyer -- who explained:
"We know the N-word is unacceptable, that's not disputable -- but f*g? I'm learning that there's a segment of our society that finds it offensive and that it should not be used. I didn't realize that, but I do know now..."
FYI -- Johnson was suspended for conduct deemed "detrimental to the team."
Burglar Bunch -- Foot Fetish?
The Burglar Bunch had its sights set on feet ... and we have the picture to prove it.
TMZ has the data from the computer the Bunch used during the alleged crime spree. One of the pictures in the archive .... Paris Hilton (with Doug Reinhardt) and Audrina Patridge, both wearing the same style of expensive boots.
We didn't alter this picture ... the highlighted boot was in the computer.
As we first reported, both Paris and Audrina's homes were hit. We don't know if the boots were taken in the heists.
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Investigator: Docs Forced Drugs on Anna Nicole
Howard K. Stern and Dr. Khristine Eroshevich forced Anna Nicole Smith to take drugs that would knock her out for days ... this according to testimony today in the Anna Nicole case.
Department of Justice Investigator Danny Santiago claims Anna Nicole's former nanny, Nadine Alexie, told him she witnessed Stern and Dr. Eroshevich forcing drugs on Anna Nicole.
Santiago said the nanny claims Anna Nicole would wake up from the drug-induced slumber with feces and vomit in her bed.
We got Erosevich and her lawyer outside court -- where they called the nanny's stories "wild exaggerations."
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Burglar Bunch Member Laughs at Fallen Comrade
Courtney Ames clearly thought it was hi-larious when she saw the mug shot of alleged Hollywood Hills Burglar Bunch member Nick Prugo in a gossip magazine ... but soon thereafter the LAPD was able to wipe that smile clean.
We obtained this photo from the computer the Burglar Bunch used during their alleged crime spree. Soon after the pic was taken, Ames was arrested and charged -- along with Nick -- with the burglary of Paris Hilton's home.
We don't know who the dude is next to Ames.
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Jon Gosselin and Octomom -- The Next Beatles
Jon Gosselin and Octomom may be starring in an upcoming reality show from hell -- but the show's producers are convinced the "two biggest media sensations of our generation" are the next John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
TMZ obtained a copy of the pitch for "Jon - Kate = Jon + Octomom" which reads: "Mohammed and the Mountain started a religion. Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris started a Yankee dynasty. Lennon and McCartney started a music revolution. Now Jon and Octomom start a whole new reality in the world of Reality TV."
The pitch claims the show's so revolutionary it will rival "American Idol" in the ratings, but "there will be no rival in the shocking nature of this pairing."
As for Israel and Palestine? The producers think the show might give hope to the two warring nations -- which makes sense, because the enemy of your enemy is always your friend.
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Burglar Bunch -- Mansion Recon
TMZ has obtained aerial photos of 51 gigantic mansions targeted by the Hollywood Hills Burglar Bunch. The photos were stored in the computer the Bunch allegedly stole from an L.A. businessman.
We don't know who owns these mansions though most appear to be located in Hollywood Hills -- where the homes of Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Orlando Bloom and other celebs were hit.
Go through the gallery. Any of these look familiar?
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Big Brother's Dr. Evil -- Reality Baby on Board
Dr. Will Kirby -- aka "Dr. Evil" from the second season of "Big Brother" -- has a baby boy on the way, and judging by the kid's two parents, it's only a matter of time until he shows up ... and dominates ... on a reality show.
TMZ has learned Kirby's soon-to-be-babymama is GF Erin Brodie, who collected a cool $2 million after winning two seasons on the guilty pleasure dating competition "For Love or Money" back in '03 and '04.
Their spawn is due in May. No word if cameras will be in the delivery room.
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Playmate: My Big Tuna BF Beat Me with a Bat
A former Playmate of the Year is suing the ex-boyfriend she claims brutalized her, threatened to kill her family .... and even attempted to pop her breast implants.
Dalene Kurtis, who won the Playmate title in 2002, wants $10 million from ex-BF James Daren Metropoulos, heir to the Bumblebee Tuna fortune.
Dalene claims, among other things, James
-- Beat her in the ribs with a baseball bat
-- Called her a "f**king whore," "ungrateful b*tch," and "ugly old Playmate"
-- Stomped on her chest and stomach
-- Choked her
-- Grabbed, punched, and kicked her
-- Spit on her
Dalene won a temporary restraining order against James early last month.