Publicity

IMAGINE THAT. KIM KARDASHIAN’S BOYFRIEND KRIS HUMPHRIES HATES PUBLICITY!

Kim Kardashian’s romance with basketball star Kris Humphries is DOOMED because he is media-phobic—the exact opposite of the Kardashian family, who have the media to thank for their fortune. Photos of the couple are rare – any that exist feature Kris running away in a blur. He hates photos and he hates interviews. No kidding. According to CJ at the Star Tribune, Kim spent New Years Eve in Las Vegas and then flew to Minnesota to join Kris, who had a game on New Years day. Kim has been heard calling her 6’9” Taylor Lautner lookalike boyfriend by the nickname “Roman.” Kim’s only hope is that her publicity loving mom Kris Jenner can convert Kris Humphries to embrace the media. They’ll certainly want to feature him on their reality shows.

By Janet / January 6, 2011

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WE GET THE JOKE, CHELSEA, BUT IS IT REALLY A JOKE?

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Of course, Chelsea Handler was joking when she posted this intimate bedroom photo with 50 Cent on Twitter. They both seem to enjoy the publicity they garner as a pair. She captioned it “ I don’t know why anyone thinks I would ever date a rapper!” Chelsea and Fitty appear to be kissing on a bed, but keep in mind, behind every joke there is an element of truth.

By Janet / December 13, 2010

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Charmaine Blake Dr Frank Ryan Plastic Surgery Publicity

DID THE LATE PLASTIC SURGEON DR FRANK RYAN HAVE A SECRET GIRLFRIEND? SO SHE SAYS

Dr Frank Ryan’s shocking death has taken a mysterious turn since self-described “Celebrity Publicist” Charmaine Blake popped up, claiming to be his ex-girlfriend and having inside information on his death. Charmaine told People she lived with Frank from 2003 to 2006, but it was a well kept secret. Since police had already announced that Ryan had tweeted a photo of his dog before the crash, it wasn’t hard to guess that might have CAUSED the crash. Charmaine authoritatively declared that texting is what killed the plastic surgeon. She’s probably right, but it’s a logical guess. (If Ryan’s jeep had had a roof he might have survived the crash.) The late Dr Ryan will tragically become the poster boy for texting while driving. And Charmaine got her own name out there.

By Janet / August 18, 2010

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A FUNNY THING HAPPENED TO RIHANNA AND DODGER MATT KEMP

Much to our surprise, Rihanna’s originally fixed up ”romance” with Matt Kemp is developing nicely. Reps for Rihanna and Matt, a Dodger, put the two together for publicity reasons a few months back. Rihanna wanted to look like she had a boyfriend and had moved on from the Chris Brown incident, and little known Matt Kemp needed some publicity- so they were a great match. They hung out and were photographed together, and a funny thing happened- they struck up a friendship. The friendship gradually developed into a genuine relationship and now the two are dating FOR REAL! (Above, they’re leaving a West Hollywood restaurant together)

By Janet / June 23, 2010

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KIM ZOLCIAK AND CHAD ROGERS: THE SUBJECT WAS HAIR

What are the chances of catching Kim Zolciak from The Real Housewives of Atlanta having lunch with Chad Rogers of Million Dollar Listing? Pretty good, lately. Apparently the Bravo pair have been seen shopping as well as dining at Mr Chow because they’ve realized that they get more attention together than they do separately! As far as photographs go, two reality stars are better than one. Most recently they were spotted at Cafe Med on Sunset Strip and both were camera-ready, of course.

By Janet / October 25, 2009

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Academy Awards Couples Madonna Michael Jackson Publicity

WHAT REALLY HAPPENED THE NIGHT MADONNA AND MICHAEL JACKSON WENT OUT

Oops! When Madonna reminisced about her “date” with Michael Jackson on the MTV Video Awards, she seemed to forget a few details. Back in 1991, Madonna was hungry to promote her documentary, “Truth or Dare” and Michael Jackson was about to release his album “Dangerous.” Madonna called Michael and suggested they maximize their publicity by attending the Academy Awards together. They met for a “private” dinner at THE IVY a week before to plan the event. On Oscar night Michael wore a diamond brooch and two gloves and Madonna was in her Marilyn Monroe phase with platinum hair and white fur. They made a big deal out of holding hands and posing for photographers, but the after party at Spago told the real story. Once inside, Madonna got bored and ended up sitting on her ex Warren Beatty’s lap while Michael huddled up with Diana Ross. After the party Madonna dropped off Michael in a hurry and hooked up with John Enos. So much for Madonna and Michael’s friendship.

By Janet / September 14, 2009

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LET'S FACE IT: MICHAEL JACKSON ENJOYS ATTENTION

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If there’s one person who loves publicity as much as Michael Jackson, it’s Ed Hardy designer Christian Audigier. (The difference between them is Michael doesn’t have to put up billboards of himself all over LA, the way Christian does.) Anyway, it’s natural that they’d join forces and Christian took frail looking Michael shopping on Rodeo Drive for maximum exposure. They popped in and out of Dior and Dolce & Gabbana, and could barely conceal their delight when paparazzi caught them in the act. Michael’s kids will probably get a big shipment of Ed Hardy stuff next week.

By hoodlum / February 28, 2009

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Bad Behavior Publicity Ray J Whitney Houston

SHOULD RAY J BE TAKING WHITNEY HOUSTON TO A NIGHTCLUB?

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Ray J hasn’t been in the news for awhile and he decided to drum up some publicity by inviting Whitney Houston to party with him at Villa. The last time Ray made PR waves was in May when TMZ revealed he was kicked out of the Hyatt Regency hotel in DC for rowdiness and having a stash of drugs. Ray blamed it on his entourage and move into a Holiday Inn. No arrest. Ray’s mother Sonja Norwood is suing Kim Kardashian (Ray J’s sex video partner,) claiming that Kim and her sisters charged over a hundred thousand dollars to Sonja’s credit card. Sounds fishy, somehow, doesn’t it? Ironically, this picture seems to show Ray eyeing an attractive girl while Whitney is clutching his waist.

By hoodlum / July 27, 2008

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Kids P. Diddy Publicity

P DIDDY WANTS US TO THINK HE'S A DEVOTED DADDY

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Does this photo op look like a cheezy and obvious attempt by P Diddy to get himself some favorable publicity to anyone but us? Diddy must be craving attention and he knows cute celebrity babies always attract photographers’ interest. It’s certainly odd to see Diddy take his ONE year old twins to the park to play – especially since they’re inappropriately dressed up in white dresses better suited to church. Photogenic, yes. Do we believe he’s a doting father? Not necessarily.

By hoodlum / June 1, 2008

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Fraser Ross Jeans Kitson Publicity Victoria Beckham

KITSON COMPLAINED AND VICTORIA BECKHAM LISTENED

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It was definitely a wake-up call to Victoria Beckham when she learned that her pricey jean line dVb has NOT been selling well. In facts Kitson owner Fraser Ross publicly chastised Posh for not making a personal appearance at his shop to promote the lagging line. Immediately Victoria pulled on a pair of her own creations (which we rarely see her wearing) and marched over to Robertson Blvd. Shoppers were thrilled, photographers were delighted, and Kitson sold some jeans. Mission accomplished.

By hoodlum / April 18, 2008

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