Hollywood Studio Negotiator Nick Counter Dies

Nick Counter, the longtime negotiator for Hollywood producers who led the studios through two grueling writers' strikes last year and in 1988, has died. He was 69.

James Woods Sues Hospital in Brother's Death

Actor James Woods has sued a Rhode Island hospital over the 2006 death of his younger brother.

Joe Jackson Seeks Stipend From Michael's Estate

Court records show Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate.

Judge Halts Beatles Song Sales on 2 Web Sites

A federal judge has temporarily blocked two music-sharing Web sites from selling songs by The Beatles and other artists for 25 cents apiece.

DVD Price War Breaks Out Between Wal-Mart, Amazon, Target

Wal-Mart is upping the ante heading into the holiday season, trimming the online preorder prices of some upcoming DVDs following last month's price cut on books.

"Golden Girls" Star Rue McClanahan Undergoes Bypass Surgery

Former "Golden Girls" star Rue McClanahan is recovering from heart bypass surgery at a New York City hospital.

Rihanna Ashamed She Returned to Abusive Ex-Boyfriend

In an interview with "Good Morning America," pop star Rihanna said that she is a strong person and if an abusive relationship could happen to her, it could happen to anyone.

Winfrey Takes Winans Off Her Show

Oprah Winfrey says she's keeping singer BeBe Winans off her show until domestic violence charges against him are resolved.

San Diego Comic-Con Founder Sheldon Dorf Dies at 76

Sheldon Dorf, who founded the world famous Comic-Con International comic book convention, has died. He was 76.

Hollywood Heavyweights to Co-Host Oscars

A pair of A-list Hollywood stars will share co-hosting duties for next year's Oscars telecast.

Ex-Miss California Prejean, Pageant Settle Lawsuit

ABC to Air Rihanna Interview on Chris Brown Assault

The first interview by Rihanna about Chris Brown's assault on her is airing this week on ABC.

Mel Gibson, Girlfriend Have Baby Girl

Mel Gibson and his girlfriend are welcoming the birth of the couple's first child -- making the Oscar-winner a father for the eighth time.

Man Charged With Stalking Ryan Seacrest

Prosecutors have charged a man arrested outside Ryan Seacrest's workplace with felony stalking.

Polanski to Try Again for Bail

A French lawyer for Roman Polanski says he has submitted a new bail offer to a Swiss court to try to free the filmmaker from jail.

Michael Jackson, "This Is It" Chart $100 Million Worldwide Opening

"Michael Jackson's This Is It" is the No. 1 Halloween thriller for movie audiences.

Palimony Figure Michelle Triola Marvin Dies

Michelle Triola Marvin, who fought a landmark "palimony" case against her former lover, actor Lee Marvin, has died. She was 76.

Judge Orders Trial in Anna Nicole Smith Drug Case

A judge has ordered Anna Nicole Smith's boyfriend and two doctors to stand trial on charges of illegally funneling prescription drugs to the former Playboy model.

World Series Game 1 Rating Highest Since 2004

The Yankees are back in the World Series, and television ratings are back up.

Richest Dead Celebrity? Probably Not Who You Think?

According to Forbes magazine, the richest dead celebrity isn't Michael Jackson.