'The Bachelorette' Brokeback Bachelors Are NOT GAY
The Bachelorette's big gay event -- the so-called "Brokeback Bachelor" moment where 2 of the guys fall in love with each other -- is missing something ... 2 gay guys.
TMZ has learned both guys -- Clint and JJ -- are both straight as arrows. Multiple sources tell us the 'Brokeback' promo ABC's been airing is just that ... a promo.
We're told Clint and JJ did have a bromance while trying to woo Kaitlyn Bristowe, but "nothing gay ever happened" ... not even in the shower ... as Clint mentions in the promo for next week's episode.
Our sources say both guys are in on the whole 'Brokeback' thing and "just think it's funny." They even gave producers soundbites to run with. Of course, they've also been getting a ton of attention on social media, and they love it. We're told they "think of funny things to write back to people on Twitter."
Case in point ... Clint's tweet comparing himself to Heath Ledger.
So, bottom line -- nothing gay to see here folks. Just a very effective ad.
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'19 Kids and Counting' Pulled From Hulu
Hulu has pulled the plug on "19 Kids and Counting."
The popular streaming site was bombarded with messages from users who wanted the show 86'd in the wake of the Josh Duggar molestation scandal.
Hulu responded quickly, saying, "The show page has already been removed, and is no longer hosted on Hulu."
This puts even more pressure on TLC to make a move. As we reported, we're told the network is leaning toward cancellation, but at this point, they may not have a choice. Advertisers are fleeing in droves.
The show was available as recently as Wednesday afternoon.
TLC has already pulled the show from air, but has yet to decide on its long-term future ... though the smart money is on cancellation.
We reached out to Hulu for comment ... so far, no word back.
Kyle Richards I Haven't Spoken to Kim Since Mexican Wedding Disaster
Kyle Richards made it clear by what she said and what she didn't say ... her sister Kim is in crisis.
We got Kyle out in Bev Hills Wednesday, and she opened up and said she hasn't spoken with Kim since Kim's daughter tied the knot in Mexico over the weekend.
As we reported, Kim was off the rails, pissing off everyone and apparently under the influence of something. Kyle says everything's okay now, but the way she says it makes it painfully obvious ... she's protecting her sister who is way off the wagon again.
As far as we know, Kim is still MIA. She hasn't returned to rehab and the last she was seen was in Cabo.
TLC's '19 Kids and Counting' If You're Betting ... Put $20 on Cancellation
It is way more likely than not that TLC will cancel "19 Kids and Counting" ... this according to sources connected with the network.
As it was put to us, "If you're betting, you'd be wise to put money on the show getting cancelled."
Our sources say there are several reasons why sentiment inside the network leans in the direction of cancellation. First, TLC honchos feel betrayed that Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar did not disclose the fact that Josh had confessed to molesting 5 young girls, some of whom were his sisters.
The other reality ... as TMZ reported, advertisers are bailing left and right, and the network is in the business of making money.
There's also a notion at TLC that they need to clear the decks of scandals. They did it swiftly with "Honey Boo Boo," and there's a strong feeling the right thing to do is cancel the Duggars as well.
When you combine anger with money, the fate of the show becomes pretty clear.
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'19 Kids and Counting' More Advertisers Jump Ship
More advertisers are sending the message loud and clear to TLC ... they don't want ANYTHING to do with "19 Kids and Counting."
Jimmy Dean, Pure Leaf Iced Tea, Ace Hardware, David's Bridal, ConAgra Foods, Party City and Behr have all just announced they've removed their ad campaigns from the show and CVS, H&R Block, Ricola and Keurig all say they have no plans of advertising with the show if it's reinstated.
It's been almost a week since TLC said it was yanking the show from the schedule, at least for the time being. The latest batch of skittish advertisers follow in the footsteps of Walgreens and General Mills.
TLC has still not made a final decision on the future of the show.
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'Teen Mom 2' Star Jenelle Evans Wanted By Cops Allegedly Brutalized Baby Daddy
9:00 AM PT -- Jenelle's rep claims Nathan actually attacked her by driving over her with his truck. The rep claims Nathan stole Jenelle's phone and refused to hand over their son. Jenelle intends to press charges.
"Teen Mom 2" star Jenelle Evans will be arrested when cops find her, because she allegedly flew into a rage, attacking and choking her baby daddy/former fiance.
Nathan Griffith told Myrtle Beach cops Evans called him early Wednesday morning, informing him she was outside his home damaging his car.
Griffith says he ran outside where they began arguing and that's when she attacked him, slapping, punching and even trying to kick him down a flight of stairs.
According to Griffith, Evans reeked of alcohol and tried choking him with his shirt, then began clawing him with her nails.
Griffith told police he was able to make his way back inside his apartment, as Evans stood outside screaming, "He won't give me back my son!"
Griffith had scratches around his neck, a ripped shirt and bruising on the side of his face ... this according to the police report.
Police are looking for Evans but can't find her.
Griffith was arrested in March for allegedly assaulting Evans ... after she was popped the week before that for driving without a license.
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Khloe Kardashian Damned If You Dubai ... Damned If You Don't
Khloe Kardashian did something totally bizarre for her family -- she covered up her entire face -- and still managed to stir controversy in the Middle East.
Of course, some fans saw it the other way, and defended her for doing the right thing in a foreign country.
Seems a little unfair -- if she hadn't worn it, the people defending her would be attacking her and vice versa.
One possible solution for Khloe -- don't post photos?
#LOL
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'Deadliest Catch' Star Sig Hansen The King Of Norway Has Crabs Because Of Me
The King of Norway met with a Norwegian guy even more famous than him .... "Deadliest Catch" star Sig Hansen.
King Harald V of Norway came face to face with Captain Hansen in a Seattle fishing village, where Sig graciously presented His Majesty with a tray full of, what else, king crabs.
The King got a VIP tour of The Northwestern, the famous Norwegian vessel.
There's a strong connection between the King and the Captain. Sig grew up in Seattle where there's a big Norwegian presence. Sig's dad, who is Norwegian, taught his son the fishing ropes at 14.
Skal!
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Josh Duggar Show Must Go On, But Maybe ... Not with Him [TMZ TV]
Despite Josh Duggar's admission he'd molested several girls when he was a teenager -- TLC might not be done with “19 Kids and Counting” yet ... they just might be with Josh.
Lucky for producers ... there are a ton of other kids to choose from, and we've got a good idea about who's gonna steal Josh's shine.
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Kim Richards Under the Influence at Daughter's Wedding Sober Coach Quits
Kim Richards melted down at her daughter's wedding over the weekend to the point her sober coach quit, her daughter isn't speaking with her anymore and those present say she was either on drugs or alcohol.
Multiple sources tell TMZ ... Kim was clearly under the influence of something, although no one seems to know what. Our sources say whatever Kim took or drank, she did so in private, but when she interacted with people at the wedding she was "a mess."
We're told Kim was saying horribly nasty things to her daughter, Brooke, right after the wedding. We're told Kim was cursing out the groom's family and was generally belligerent. The bride has vowed she won't speak with her mom again.
As for the sober coach ... we're told she couldn't control Kim and left Mexico immediately after the wedding.
Our sources say Kim is still in Cabo and she's gone radio silent. The rehab facility gave her a pass to attend the wedding but gave her a deadline to return Monday, which she has not done.
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'19 Kids and Counting' Advertisers Dropping Like Flies
3:20 PM PT -- Walgreens just officially pulled the plug on its ads saying, "In the wake of recent news, we are no longer advertising on the '19 Kids and Counting' program."
The backlash from "19 Kids and Counting" star Josh Duggar's molestation admission is snowballing ... two more big advertisers just yanked their ads from the show.
Payless ShoeSource and Choice Hotels both say they're cutting ties with all future episodes of the TLC program.
Several customers voiced complaints to Payless and the company responded by saying, "Our ads ran during this show as part of a larger buy w/ TLC. We are taking steps to have them removed from future episodes." Choice Hotels said, "We have decided to remove our advertising from the show."
Walgreens, another major advertiser with TLC, posted a response saying that they were continuing to monitor the situation.
TMZ broke the story ... shortly after news broke about Josh, General Mills pulled its ads.
Kris Jenner I'm About to Become The ONLY Momager in Hollywood
Kris Jenner is so cunning she now wants a legal lock on the very name that has been sometimes used to disparage her ... momager!
We found out Kris has filed legal docs to trademark the name "momager" in the world of entertainment, which means anyone else who wants to use the description would need her permission, or else she could sue them.
It looks like she'll get what she's gunning for, because Kris has already locked down trademarks for the term "momager" for personal management services and for use in her reality show.
Apparently, Kris doesn't like imitators like Dina Lohan and Tina Knowles.
They've been warned.
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Josh Duggar Cracks Molestation Joke Dating Family Is What We Do!
Josh Duggar is from Arkansas ... so it's totally cool if he dates his siblings.
Back in 2008 -- long before Duggar's molestation past came to light -- he made a quip during an episode of what was then called "17 Kids and Counting."
Josh describes a double date scenario with his then-fiancée Anna ... he ended up going with 2 of his siblings.
Josh explains, "We chose Jana and John David. We thought why not, have a double date ... We are from Arkansas!"
He then broke out in laughter.
Not so funny now ...
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Farrah Abraham Mackenzie McKee Can Go Fund Herself
Farrah Abraham has to get something off her chest about Mackenzie McKee’s C-cup campaign -- buy your own boobs!
Our photog spotted Farrah sipping cocktails at the Mondrian Hotel in LA and asked about her fellow "Teen Mom" alum's breast implant fundraiser. McKee's asking for contributions toward her $5k boob job on MyFreeImplants.com. Last we looked she raised around $25.
Farrah threw some serious shade on Mackenzie, saying she's a mooch.
The former sex tape star even clued us in on how much she paid for her boobs, and it’s not as much as you think.
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Mama June Bring 'Honey Boo Boo' Back Or I'll Sue for a Million Bucks!!!
Mama June has given TLC an ultimatum -- either put "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" back on the air, or she'll sue the network for treating her far more harshly than the Duggar family.
Mama June's lawyer tells TMZ, he gave the network the demand Friday, claiming the family's rights were violated when TLC yanked the show hours after TMZ posted a pic of June with convicted child molester Mark McDaniel. They say Josh Duggar's conduct was far worse, with fewer consequences.
The attorney told TLC the family is willing to work for the same terms as before and they are all on board.
The lawyer told TLC he'd be happy to resolve the matter in court ... where he believes he can score a $1 million jury verdict.
The attorney says if he doesn't get any action in the next week, he'll file the lawsuit.
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Benzino & Althea Eaton Getting Marriage Counseling ... And it Pays TOP Dollar
Althea Eaton and Benzino's non-stop drama cost them their "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" gigs -- but it also helped them score $200k to appear on "Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars."
Sources close to the show tell TMZ that the powder keg lovebirds will work through their issues and see if they are truly ready for marriage in Season 4 -- and they'll rake in a sweet payday while they do it.
No doubt they make for good TV ... Benzino and Althea got tossed off 'LHHA' last year after allegedly instigating the now infamous all out brawl with Stevie J and Joseline Hernandez.
Word of advice: the boot camp counselors should probably keep boxing gloves handy.