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More Celeb Apprentice Drama: Tito Ortiz Arrested


UPDATE #2: The two have since kissed and made up. Jameson will not be filing any charges and Ortiz is reportedly moving back into the home.

UPDATE: Ortiz has now accused Jenna Jameson of being an Oxycontin addict.

Over the past few weeks, a number of celebrities connected to NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice program have found themselves in the headlines—and for unfortunate reasons. Up until recently, had been taking up the majority of the spotlight - that was until last weekend.

On Friday, it was revealed that Poison frontman Bret Michaels has been hospitalized for a brain hemorrhage. The 47-year-old, who is still listed in critical condition, is being treated at an undisclosed location.

Although an “official medical report from doctors” has not yet been released by the star’s fansite, Michaels’ former billionaire boss gave what he claims to be an informed statement to the press. Trump, who is reportedly in touch with people close to the singer, told TMZ that Bret is in “big, big trouble and the prognosis is not great.”

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American Idol’s Chikezie Eze Arrested for Identity Theft

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Chikezie Eze

UPDATE: Chikezie has been charged with attempted grand theft and misdemeanor identity theft.

Eze isn’t smelling so good after being arrested last night in Beverly Hills.

The 10th place finisher from was attempting to purchase bottles of cologne at Neiman Marcus when his credit card was flagged. Although Eze claims he doesn’t know why the previously unused card warranted a police response, something reportedly “untrue” on the application lead to him being booked for felony identity theft.

Chikezie - who has since been released on $50,000 bail - feels certain that the matter will get cleared up. “I haven’t done anything wrong myself and I’m pretty confident nothing is going to happen,” he told TMZ.

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Celebrity Chatter: Hilary Duff Gets Engaged, Brian Bonsall Gets Arrested

Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie-Congratulations to Hilary Duff on her engagement to hockey player Mike Comrie. Could the timing have anything to do with Nicole Richie’s engagement to ex Joel Madden?

-Speaking of wedding news, Brothers & SistersDave Annable recently popped the question to Odette Yustman (October Road). I guess this means he won’t be getting back together with co-star Emily VanCamp anytime soon.

-More bad news for the family of Captain Phil Harris. Jake, a son of the recently deceased Deadliest Catch star, was arrested Thursday night for suspicion of DUI and hit-and-run.

-Family TiesBrian Bonsall also found himself in trouble with the law this week. The troubled former child star was arrested this time for possession of marijuana - a violation of his release on an assault case.


Latest Details on the Charlie Sheen Arrest

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Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller

UPDATE: You can hear Brooke’s 911 call here.

Charlie Sheen may have only been in jail for less than a day, but it’s doubtful he’ll be celebrating this New Year’s Eve.

The actor, who was arrested on Christmas Day for some type of domestic violence-related incident, is reportedly back in Los Angeles after a short stay in a Colorado jail. Meanwhile, wife Brooke Mueller was recently spotted in Aspen—the same city where Sheen was taken into custody on Friday.

Although the Two and a Half Men star was initially booked for second-degree assault, menacing and criminal mischief, formal charges have not yet been filed by prosecutors. Unfortunately, Mueller, who was reportedly drunk when she made the 911 call, has not been cooperating with authorities and has since tried to recant her statement. One claim she made is that Sheen threatened her with a knife.

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Charlie Sheen Booked on Domestic Violence-Related Charges

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Charlie Sheen mug shotThe mood wasn’t particularly festive in ‘s household today.

Early Christmas morning, the Two and a Half Men star was arrested by police in Aspen, Colorado on domestic violence-related charges. Authorities responded to a home around 8:30 AM when , Charlie’s wife of 2 1/2 years, placed a 911 call.

While the circumstances of the incident are still unclear, the actor was booked for second degree assault and menacing (both felonies) and criminal mischief. The 44-year-old has since been let go from the Pitkin County Jail after posting $8500 bond.

According to Sheen’s publicist, the situation might not be as it seems. “Do not be mislead by appearance. Appearance and reality can be as different as night and day. It would benefit everyone not to jump to any conclusion,” Stan Rosenfield said.

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Amy Winehouse Charged With Assault

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Amy Winehouse has been charged with common assault.

The singer voluntarily attended Milton Keynes police station yesterday afternoon to answer questions about an incident at the city’s theatre on Saturday and was formally arrested and charged with a Section 5 public order offence and common assault.

Amy is accused of kicking the theatre’s front-of-house manager Richard Pound after he tried to eject her from the audience during a performance of pantomime Cinderella. The 26-year-old star - who is thought to have been drinking - reportedly spent more than half an hour of the first act of the performance yelling expletives.

Her outbursts were said to include “f**k Cinders, Prince Charming, marry me” and branding the Ugly Sisters “b***hes.” Families in the audience got upset when Amy repeatedly stood up, blocking their view to jeer at the cast.

She is due to appear at Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 20 January 2010.


Choreographer Shane Sparks Charged with Child Molestation

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, a choreographer best known for his work on So You Think You Dance and his critiques on America’s Best Dance Crew, was arrested earlier today at his California home.

According to the L.A. County District Attorney’s office, the hip hop dance instructor - real name Melvin Sparks - is being accused of child molestation. The incidents, which occurred with one person in their early teens, occurred between 1994-1997. It’s not clear why the events are now coming to light.

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Pete Doherty Arrested in Germany

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Pete DohertyAfter causing a ruckus over a Nazi row, Pete Doherty is not having the best of luck in Germany: the musician has been arrested in the country for smashing the back window of a car.

The Babyshambles frontman was taken into custody for throwing a pint glass at a car - believed to be parked at the time - outside of the bar Trinkteufel (Drink Devil) in Berlin shortly before 7am on Saturday morning). According to German newspaper Bild, Pete had been thrown out of another bar a short while earlier, and upon arriving at Trinkteufel had been asking staff where he could buy some drugs. 

A bartender said, “I almost threw them out too. He was drinking shots and constantly asking where to get cocaine.”

Pete was taken to a police station not far from Checkpoint Charlie - the best known crossing point between East and West Germany when the country was separated after World War II - where he spent the next three hours. He was booked for property damage and released.


Ronnie Wood Arrested on Suspicion of Assault

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Ronnie Wood sharing a smoke break with girlfriend Ekaterina has been arrested on suspicion of assault.

The Rolling Stones guitarist was taken into custody in Claygate, Esher, last night after officers were called by his girlfriend Ekaterina Ivanova, 20, who alleged he attacked her during a row.

The 62-year-old rocker - who was divorced by his wife Jo last month on the grounds of adultery after he began a relationship with the Russian cocktail waitress - was released on bail this afternoon. A spokesman for Surrey police said, “We can confirm that a 62-year-old man from Esher, Surrey, was arrested last night on suspicion of assault in connection with a domestic incident in Claygate high street.  He has been released on bail till a date in January pending further inquiries.”

The couple’s relationship has become more tempestuous in recent months with Ekaterina previously threatening to kill herself and Ronnie at one point moving his belongings out of their home. Ekaterina - who started her romance with the musician in 2008 -reportedly threatened to reveal everything about their relationship if he refused to take her back.

A source said, “They were definitely on the rocks - the rows were huge. He’s really unhappy. It’s a bit of a fiery relationship. Ronnie’s spokesman confirmed he was arrested after an “incident”, but is yet to comment further.


Burn Notice’s Jeffrey Donovan Arrested for DUI

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Jeffrey Donovan mug shotUPDATE: According to TMZ, Donovan told police that he made the mistake of “drinking Benadryl with 3 glasses of wine.”

Actor was burned by cops earlier this month after an arrest in Florida.

The star was pulled over in Miami Beach on July 12 for suspicion of DUI. According to TMZ, the 41-year-old was booked then released several hours later. No word on any possible breathalyzer tests at this point.

Donovan’s show currently airs Thursday nights @ 9:00 on the USA network.

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