November 20, 2009

Entertainment

Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm
Michael Jackson's doctor bought a powerful anesthetic in Nevada and had it shipped to California, where it was found at the pop singer's bedside after he died, court documents released Friday show.

Bond increased for man accused of taping ESPN reporter
A judge has increased bond to $100,000 for an Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews.

'New Moon' midnight showings earn record $26.3M
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has set a box-office record for midnight screenings. Summit Entertainment estimated Friday that it earned $26.3 million after opening early in the morning.

Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail
Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.

Oprah: Prayer, careful thought influenced exit
Holding back tears, Oprah Winfrey told her studio audience Friday that she would end her show in 2011 after a quarter-century on the air, saying prayer and careful thought led her to her decision.

Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing 1
One person was killed Friday when a tour bus belonging to entertainer Miley Cyrus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star wasn't on board, Virginia State Police said.

'2012' a home run with patriotic fans in China
When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. Or at least that's how Chinese audiences are interpreting "2012."

'Dawson's Creek' star files for divorce
Court records show James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly six years.

Wesley Snipes appeals 3 tax convictions
The actor was sentenced last year to three years in prison on three misdemeanor counts of willful failure to file his income tax returns.

Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage
Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather, chains and handcuffs into his.