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Celebrity RoundUp: First Lady gives her personal tips on finding true love!

InstantCast — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:17:14 +0000

Michelle Obama’s Secrets to Finding a Great Guy [People]
premiere draws thousand of fans (and a number of celebs) [EW]
Brown Gets Back To The Music With Powerhouse Performance [MTV]
Khloe Kardashian Cheers On Lamar Odom On NBA’s Opening Night [AccessHollywood]
Dead Music Stars Rake in the Big Bucks [PopEater]

By: Desirea LaSalle,InstantCast Staff Writer

Celebrity RoundUp: Taylor Swift to spoof Kanye incident on SNL!

InstantCast — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:14:04 +0000

Taylor Swift to Bring Kanye-Gate to ‘SNL’ [Popeater]
This week’s cover: An exclusive first look at the new Michael Jackson movie [EW]
Report: Keanu Reeves Cleared Of Paternity Claim After DNA Test [AccessHollywood]
Pam Anderson Wears Her Baywatch Swimsuit Again [US]
How Jen Aniston and John Mayer Have ‘Remained Close’ [People]

By: Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Celebrity RoundUp: Jessica Simpson is all for Online Dating!

InstantCast — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:42:01 +0000

Jessica Simpson Is Open to Online Dating [People]
Michael Jackson’s Kids to Appear in A&E Reality Show [US]
New ‘Bachelor’ Jake Pavelka Looking For ‘Compassionate, Passionate, Romantic’ Woman [AccessHollywood]
Britney Spears’ racy ‘3′ rockets to the top of Billboard’s Hot 100 [EW]
Leona Lewis ‘Slapped’ at Book Signing [PopEater]

By: Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Celebrity Roundup: “Mad Men” star Christina Hendricks gets married!

InstantCast — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:56:32 +0000

Christina Hendricks Marries in New York [People
Michael Jackson's "This Is It" Single: Hear It Now [E!]
Video: Miley Cyrus Raps About Quitting Twitter [Us]
Spider-Man 4 Director Sam Raimi Exclusively Reveals Plans for the Film [MTV]
Box Office Report: Couples Retreat Dominates [EW]
Matt Damon Gets Charitable in Parade Magazine [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: The MTV VMAs… music, fashion, and drama!

InstantCast — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:05:15 +0000

Beyoncé Shares VMA with Taylor Swift [People]
Taylor Swift Speaks Out on Kanye Incident [Us]
Michael Jackson Puts the “M” in VMAs [E!]
Madonna Wrote Michael Jackson VMA Speech ‘From My Heart’ [MTV]
It’s All Sparkle and Shine For the Ladies at the 2009 MTV VMAs [PopSugar]
VMAs 2009: Best/Worst Moments [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Ellen joins American Idol + celebrity baby updates!

InstantCast — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:37:01 +0000

American Idol’s New Judge: Ellen! [People]
Nicole Richie Welcomes Baby Boy! [Us]
Katherine Heigl & Husband Adopting a Girl [People]
Michael Jackson This Is It Trailer To Premiere During VMAs [MTV]
Glee Recap: Did the Club ‘Push It’ Too Far? [EW]
Janet Opens Up All About Michael and Love For Harper’s Bazaar [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Michael Jackson funeral coverage + first look at Samantha in SATC 2!

InstantCast — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:19:35 +0000

VIDEO: The King of Pop Is Finally Laid to Rest [People]
Kim Cattrall Steps on the Sex and the City Set as Samantha! [PopSugar]
First Official Photo of Hilary Duff on Gossip Girl! [E!]
Gerard Butler Returns To High-Adrenaline Action With Gamer [MTV]
20 Fall Movies: A Geek’s Guide [EW]
Exclusive: Melissa Rycroft Sets a Wedding Date! [Us]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity RoundUp: Heather Locklear & Melrose Place Reunite?

InstantCast — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:25:58 +0000

Heather Locklear In Talks To Return To ‘Melrose Place’ [AccessHollywood]
The Witches are back in ‘Eastwick’! [ET]
Michael Jackson Movie Will Run For Two Weeks Only [US]
Scarlett Johansson for Dolce & Gabbana’s New Fragrance [People]
Streisand’s Ex Auctioning Private Tapes [Popeater]

By: Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Casting Call Alert: Thursday’s Top Ten Casting Calls that You Don’t Wanna Miss!

InstantCast — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:14:29 +0000

It’s a rainy Thursday here in NYC and even if it’s not raining in your neck of the woods…spend some time applying to casting calls so that you can get cast before summer is over! Check out today’s top ten hottest casting calls and click away to apply today:

1. Get cast with Chris Pine & Denzel Washington!
2. Casting for Ed Harris & Jennifer Connelly feature film!
3. Queen Latifah’s feature film needs extras & background players now!
4. Jennifer Aniston & Gerard Butler need you before summer is over!
5. Southwest Airlines commercial seeks extras now!
6. Families wanted for the reality TV show Carpool Confessions!
7. Scifi thriller seeks five characters right now!
8. Promo models needed for Summer Jam concert!
9. Star in a Michael Jackson tribute film!
10. Casting for a Health Net Commercial!

Click here to get access to a full list of all our casting calls.

By: Isabelle Dungan, InstantCast Editor

Celebrity Roundup: It’s official…Paula Abdul won’t return to Idol!

InstantCast — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:09:12 +0000

Paula Abdul Leaving American Idol [People]
Beyonce And Lady Gaga Lead 2009 MTV VMA Nominees [MTV]
Jon & Kate Ratings Drop 61 Percent After Hiatus [Us]
Michael Jackson Movie Is a Reality [E!]
10 Best TV Ensemble Casts: Your Picks! [EW]
Gerard Gives Hugs to Katherine and Kisses to Jen [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Rachelle Lefevre & Twilight studios go head to head!

InstantCast — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:48:35 +0000

Twilight Studio Fires Back at Rachelle Lefevre [Us]
Katherine Jackson To Get Full Custody of Michael’s Kids [People]
Jennifer Aniston on the Prowl for Younger Men? [E!]
Jamie Campbell Bower Reveals New Moon Nude Scene [MTV]
Drew and Justin Don’t Have to Go Too Far [PopSugar]
Jude Law Expecting Fourth Child This Fall [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Check out the star-studded Harry Potter premiere!

InstantCast — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:27:54 +0000

Harry Potter Draws a Royal Crowd For the London Premiere [PopSugar]
Daniel Radcliffe: Women Are Catching Up with Me [People]
Lindsay Lohan Turned Down Hangover Role [Us]
Celebs Tweet Final Respects to Michael Jackson [E!]
Green Day Release ‘Rock Band’ Songs [MTV]
Is Bruno Funnier than Borat? [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Michael Jackson’s memorial + watch the new Jennifer’s Body trailer!

InstantCast — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:25:05 +0000

Jackson Family Members Gather at Los Angeles Cemetery [People]
Stars Align for Tomorrow’s Michael Jackson Memorial [E!]
VIDEO: Watch Megan Fox Seduce and Kill [Us]
Potter Fans Watch Ginny Weasley Grow Up [MTV]
Joanna Joins the Gossip Girls in NYC [PopSugar]
Transformers 2 Tops July 4 Box Office [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: Secrets from the Harry Potter set revealed!

InstantCast — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:26:11 +0000

Harry Potter Star Recovering From Swine Flu [Us]
Draco Malfoy Follows His Dark Destiny [MTV]
Jon & Kate Gosselin Together for July 4th with Children [People]
Madonna Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson [E!]
Cameron Takes a Walk on the Wild Side For V Magazine [PopSugar]
Ice Age, Transformers Tie at No. 1 [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

Celebrity Roundup: One Jonas Brother is officially off the market!

InstantCast — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:24:15 +0000

Kevin Jonas Gets Engaged! [People]
Eclipse Start Date Comes Into View [E!]
Exclusive: Hilary Duff joins Gossip Girl [EW]
Jackson Family: “There Will Be No” Public Neverland Memorial [Us]
Harry Potter Cast Reveal Quidditch Secrets [MTV]
Brunette Britney Takes a Boat Ride With Her Boys [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

A Star is Born: Michael Jackson Auditions for Motown

InstantCast — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:31:10 +0000

Michael Jackson’s career is one that began over 40 years ago in Gary, Indiana, where he was born. The first big break for him and his brothers was an audition in Detroit for Motown in 1968.

Head of Motown, Berry Gordy, was instantly dazzled by the undeniable talent of the 5 brothers. The Jackson 5 were born and the group became an overnight sensation!

Let us not forget Michael’s humble beginnings and how he first came to bless us with the gift of his phenomenon talent. Here’s a snippet of the infamous 1968 Motown audition. In it, Michael sings and dances to James Brown’s, I Got the Feelin’. The rest as they say, is history!

By Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Remembering The Legacy of A Global Icon: Michael Jackson

InstantCast — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:48:36 +0000

It’s still hard to believe that we’ll never be able to see Michael Jackson perform live. We will never see him Moonwalk across the stage and sing his endless iconic classics. Those of us who were lucky enough to be a part of the MJ era know that he touched the hearts and souls of anyone who came across his music. For those who came after him, we can only hope they comprehend the magnanimity of Michael Jackson: a global icon, an outstanding humanitarian artistic genius…he is and forever will be THE KING OF POP.

The tragedy of Michael Jackson’s death will forever impact the world, but his music will live on! No one will ever even come close to re-creating the legend that was the King of Pop. Although Michael’s last years were full of controversy and ridicule, it is the musical imprint on the world that will be remembered. Michael has left an undeniable legacy as a star that has shined brightly and was gone all too soon.

We here at InstantCast will be taking a look back at the extraordinary career of Michael Jackson that expands more than 40 years! Be sure to post your blog comments and share your personal Michael Jackson thoughts and memories.

RIP MJ…Gone but NEVER forgotten!

Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Celebrity Roundup: Remembering Michael Jackson + the latest on his death

InstantCast — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:28:57 +0000

VIDEO: Joe, Janet Join BET Awards Tribute [People]
Janet Jackson, Jamie Foxx Lead Tribute [E!]
BET Awards Honor Michael With Help From His Music, Family [PopSugar]
Doctor: Michael Had a Pulse When I Found Him [Hollyscoop]
Report: Michael Emaciated; Bald; Disfigured [People]
Michael Jackson’s Last Tour Rehearsals Filmed For Possible Release [MTV]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

InstantCast Mourns The Loss Of The King Of Pop: Michael Jackson

InstantCast — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:23:00 +0000

Sadly, the legendary King Of Pop, Michael Jackson, has passed away at the age of 50. Michael collapsed in his LA home at around noon on June 24, 2009. He suffered a cardiac arrest at his Holmby Hills home and paramedics were unable to revive him. He was taken to UCLA Medical Center, where a team of physicians attempted to resuscitate him for approximately one hour. He was pronounced dead at 2:26 p.m. PT. The exact cause of death will be known upon results of an autopsy and InstantCast will be sure to keep you updated as details unravel.

We will be paying homage to Michael throughout the days on the InstantCast Blog. We encourage all of you to share your thoughts on the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Post your comments and tell us how his music impacted you – or even share your favorite MJ Song! C’mon…We all have one…or 2…or 20!

By: Desirea LaSalle, InstantCast Staff Writer

Celebrity Roundup: DWTS, Zac and Vanessa, and Michael Jackson’s comeback

InstantCast — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:00:53 +0000

Bachelor’s Melissa Rycroft Dazzles in Dancing Debut [People]
Ashlee Simpson: “I’m Thrilled to Be Joining Melrose Place” [US]
Photo: Zac & Vanessa’s Fairy-Tale Romance [Star]
Kristen Stewart And Dakota Fanning: New ‘Twilight’ BFFs? [MTV]
Michael Jackson to Break Records With Comeback Shows [Showbiz Spy]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor