Nic Cage -- All Shook Up?
Nicolas Cage looks a little uncomfortable and in need of, um, adjustment on a house-hunting trip this weekend. Could it be those skin-tight leather pants he's wearing?
The "World Trade Center" star channeled his alter ego from "Wild at Heart," or perhaps his personal hero, Elvis Presley. Cage tooled around looking for new digs in this fiercely monochromatic outfit, with a white Porsche and that Goth-tacular black hairdo.
At least the dark 'do is a bit more under control from the last time we saw Nic out and about.
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A Man With Two Faces
Has Carrot Top had surgery? --Lou
Carrot Top, aka Scott Thompson, undoubtedly looks a bit different nowadays, as opposed to his earlier years. Sorry Lou, we can't give the yea or nay as to whether he actually went under the knife. One thing we can confirm is that he has undergone a complete physique change.
Click here to take a look at the once-scrawny-turned-ginormous orange-head (... and take a moment to compare that suspected face change, too).
Jay-Z Accused of 'Faux Fur' Fraud
He had 99 problems, now Jay-Z has one more.
A jacket from Jigga's clothing line, Rocawear, allegedly has dog fur in its collar, even though it's advertised as having fake fur. According to an investigation by The Humane Society of the United States, the Hunter jacket on Rocawear.com contains real fur from a raccoon dog, a dog indigenous to Asia that The Humane Society claims are skinned alive for the coats, hence the uproar.
As of today, the $265 coat was still a "featured" item on the Rocawear website. Late last year, a similar investigation found that raccoon dog fur was being used in a coat in rap mogul P. Diddy's "Sean John" collection; that item was removed from stores within a few days.
Reps for Jay-Z and Rocawear could not immediately be reached for comment. The Humane Society said that it informed the company of the issue a week ago, but that they've taken no action.
UPDATE: In a statement to TMZ, a spokesperson from Rocawear says, "We were not aware that our product included raccoon dog materials. We have immediately instructed all manufacturers and licensees that no product can be produced using this fur. In addition, we have removed those items from our website."
It's the People's Choice To Be Wild
Johnny Depp and his swashbuckling cast swam away with top honors at the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards, but some of the most memorable moments were caught on the red carpet.
While one "Hero" saves her mother from a red carpet disaster, a daytime talk show host is caught staring below eye level.
TMZ has the wackiest moments in our People's Choice gallery.
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The Divas Wear Puella
Gucci. Prada. Versace. Celebs love their labels. But lately, Puella (Latin for "girl") is the new fashion house that's been adorning some of Hollywood's hottest backs.
Jennifer Garner, Reese Witherspoon, Jessica Simpson and even clothes horse Paris Hilton can't get enough of Puella's brand of extremly wearable designs.
Garner and Witherspoon recently popped into the trendy Market boutique in Brentwood and each picked up over $500 worth of Puella merchandise. Jen bought a dress and long scoop tee, while Reese loved the layered turtleneck, smock tank and perfect camis. Paris and Jessica Simpson got their Puella on at Paris' home away from home, Kitson. Simpson charged up the bell-sleeve v-neck and a cardigan hoodie, while Hilton went gaga over the skinny henley and a bubble skirt dress.
StyleChic's Aly Scott tells TMZ that even little ladies like Suri Cruise, Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt and Violet Affleck will be sporting the trendy designs with the just launched Puella Petit line -- a collection too small even for Nicole Richie.
So if you want to look like the stars... get yourself some Puella, hit the clubs, and don't wear panties.
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Borat Makes 'Sexytime' in 007's Suit
Borat has traded his neon green thong bikini for a more modest James Bond-approved square cut bathing suit. High five!
Isla Fisher, who is engaged to Borat (aka Sacha Baron Cohen), picked up the tight La Perla powder blue swimsuit on Wednesday for her favorite faux-Kazakh, at trendy West Hollywood boutique, Le Bra Lingerie. The $89 trunks are the same body-hugging shorts that new 007, Daniel Craig, wore in the blockbuster film "Casino Royale." We liiike!
While Craig beautifully fills out his size XL man-kini, Sacha will have to be content making "romantic explosion" in a size Small. Wawaweewa!
Minnillo On Baby Buying Binge
Vanessa Minnillo tapped into her maternal instincts and went on a shopping spree on Tuesday... for baby things!
The "TRL" host hit L.A.'s Petit Tresor, a fave of stars like Katie Holmes and Madonna, and dropped around $600 on items for a boy.
We're told Vanessa came in alone (boyfriend Nick Lachey was nowhere to be found), and was in the holiday spirit. Among the items Minnillo went gaga for: a chenille baby basket for $189, a pair of adorable dinosaur slippers for $32, a frog plush toy for $38 and a blue Ultrasuede blanket for $269. Vanessa took all the gifts with her and had none of them wrapped.
It's looking like a very Merry Christmas for at least one boy in Vanessa's life.
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Dakota Fanning's Awkward Stage
Rachel Zoe, we've got a new job for you, and the client is already built like a 12-year-old, because she's 12.
Dakota Fanning's court jester/MC Hammer ensemble was seen at the Tokyo premiere of "Charlotte's Web" on Wednesday. The poor thing is in need of a pre-teen makeover.
While Dakota may enjoy dressing like she's in a fairy tale, this result was an unhappy ending.
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Kimberly Stewart: Read My Boots
Kimberly Stewart isn't famous for her sense of style -- we really can't figure out why she's famous at all -- but the celebutante does know how to make a statement.
Rod's daughter let everyone at London's Heathrow Airport know exactly how she felt yesterday -- by sporting around a pair of boots with the words "F**k You" screaming from the back of them. Rod must be so proud.
This proves that class can't be measured by Louis Vuitton bags ... no matter how many you've got.
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Nicole Bitch-Slapped by PETA
It seems Nicole Richie fired her stylist a little too late ... she just landed at the top of PETA's Annual Worst-Dressed List.
The animal rights group showed no mercy as they dug their their claws into fur-loving Richie by saying, "This pelt-wearing party girl is all animal skin and bones. She's an incredible shrinking woman with the heart to match." Meow!
PETA put Hollywood wonder twin Ashley Olsen in the #2 spot: "Wearing fur does add 20 pounds, but if Ashley wants to fill out her frame, we suggest using a fork instead." Ouch!
Christina Ricci landed at #3 for posing on a magazine cover wearing "fur from slaughtered reindeer." Fur-galicious Eva Longoria was named #4 because they wish "She'd be more sympathetic to the plight of rabbits, considering the way she screws around like one on Wisteria Lane." Well!
Notably absent from the list: Paris Hilton, who topped the list last year, and Beyoncé, who was ambushed by PETA at a restaurant last June for including fur in her fashion line.
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Richie Claws Back at Rachel
Nicole Richie didn't waste any time responding -- in spectacularly bitchy fashion -- to her former stylist Rachel Zoe's statement to TMZ yesterday about their professional split.
On her MySpace blog, Richie took a page from the gossipistas and posted a not-so-blind item that makes a rather pointed reference to a "35 year old" (Zoe is 35) who, Richie alleges, has an eating disorder, from which Nicole herself has been rumored to suffer. Here's the unedited posting:
"BLIND ITEM:
What 35 year old raisin face whispers her order of 3 peices of asparagus for dinner at Chateau everynight, and hides her deathly disorder by pointing the finger at me, and used her last paycheck I wrote her to pay for a publisist instead of a nutritionist?
HINT: Her nickname is lettucecup..."
Zoe's reps had no comment on Richie's riposte. Yesterday, sources told TMZ that Zoe was unhappy with choices Richie had made in her life, and ended their working relationship. Zoe also told TMZ, "I have nothing but love for Nicole and wish her only health and happiness."
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Ex-Stylist Gives the Skinny on Richie Split
Stylist to the stars Rachel Zoe has come out swinging against reports that she was fired by Nicole Richie.
Rachel issued the following statement to TMZ: "There has been a lot of speculation as to the cause of my parting with client Nicole Richie. The tabloid reports have no merit. After trying to be a good friend to Nicole, we made a mutual decision to sever our working relationship. Changes are inevitable in any business relationship. I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful life, I have been married for 10 years and have been a stylist for more than 15 years and am lucky to work with such a diverse group of women of all shapes and sizes that inspire me everyday. I have nothing but love for Nicole and wish her only health and happiness."
Sources tell TMZ that Rachel, who had worked with Nicole for more than three years, had become increasingly unhappy with bad choices Nicole was making in her life, and simply wanted to be finished with the whole thing.
When asked to elaborate further about "being a good friend to Nicole," Rachel's rep refused comment.
A rep for Nicole could not be immediately reached.
Victoria Steals TomKat's Thunder
The end of days is here... well, at least the end of Katie Holmes' days as a free woman.
Today is the day Tom and Katie get married - finally - and the A-list guest-listers are going all out for the lavish ceremony. While guests like Will Smith, wife Jada Pinkett Smith and Brooke Shields looked classy and gave their well wishes to the couple as they left their hotel for the wedding, Victoria Beckham turned the paparazzi crush into the "Posh Show."
The former Spice Girl exited the Hassler Hotel with what can only be described as an oversized black plate wedged precariously on her head, posing for photos and turning the entranceway of the hotel into a fashion show.
With other guests like J. Lo, Richard Gere and Jenna Elfman in attendance, it sure sucks for them if they were sitting behind Beckham!
And in case you're wondering -- Cruise and Holmes have tied and knot and are officially husband and wife, their rep confirms to PEOPLE.
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Retail Therapy: Nicole Uses Jewelry To Heal
Nicole Richie has been sporting jewelry that helps work on her glow. And we ain't talkin' 'bout bling.
Richie's been wearing Mintee necklaces (around her wrists), which are made of healing Indian beads that claim to strengthen one's aura. Not even Harry Winston can say that.
The necklaces, with names like Beauty, Harmony and Peace, target different problem areas with aromas and beads that promote better circulation, reduce stress or attract good luck, among other things.
The paper-thin princess, who passed out at Hyde last month, recently checked into a facility to determine why she can't gain weight.
If a cheeseburger can't fix her problems, perhaps a necklace can.
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TMZ Goes On Panty Patrol
Is there anything we don't love about supermodels in bras, panties and angel wings? Perhaps only that they're unattainable for most of us. But we can dream, can't we?
Last night's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show drew an equally glittering assemblage of hot babes, including Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, Kristin Cavallari and red-hot Alyssa Milano.
Models Gisele Bundchen, Selita Ebanks, Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio showed off the brand's new line, while limber Justin Timberlake performed, bringing new meaning to "Very Sexy."
See the whole thing December 5 on CBS.
Tom's a Mismatch in Three-Piece Suit
With TomKat's big fat Italian wedding two days away, Tom, Katie and their soon-to-be legitimate daughter Suri enjoyed dinner with the Mayor of Rome on Wednesday.
Katie carried baby Suri, while Tom, decked out in a pinstriped three-piece suit, kept his protective arm around Holmes' waist. By the way, it seems to us that his burgundy tie and brown shoes don't go well with the grey suit. Just our opinion.
Meanwhile with Jennifer Lopez, Jim Carrey and Brooke Shields among the attendees for the ceremony, helicopters have already begun circling the fortress-like Castle Odescalchi.
Time will tell if the wedding site will be able to keep the paparazzi from crossing the moat.