Paris Hilton Loves Berlin

Paris Hilton Loves Berlin

There’s nothing like a trip to Western Europe in the Winter to enjoy the culture, scenery, and some champagne in a can!  Just ask Paris Hilton - she’s been frolicking around German’s capitol, Berlin, for the past couple of days, and it’s safe to say she ‘loves it!’

Earlier today, the heiress was spotted by the paparazzi (as well as tons of locals) at Real supermarket on Muellerstrasse in Berlin’s Wedding neighborhood picking up some Rich Prosecco.  She looked happy and enthusiastic to be rubbing shoulders with the natives, and even posed with her cardboard likeness.

Before that, the “Simple Life” starlet made a stop at the artificial ski slope at Potsdamer Platz, where she hunkered down in a snow tube and posed for a few pics.

All in all it’s been a pretty full day for the “House of Wax” actress, especially considering that she partied the night away last night at Maxxim Nightclub in downtown Berlin.

Her recent behavior is a far cry from the “good girl” aspirations Paris had upon being released from prison earlier this year.  Prior to her Germany trip, she told press, “I will definitely be checking out the club scene and the shops while I am there.”

As for her Christmas wish list, Hilton only wants one thing… “A man to fall in love with, one for life. Someone that I can start a family with.” And rumor has it she’s been chasing away the winter chill with ex-flame Stavros Niarchos.

A recent trip to Miami’s South Beach provided plenty of fodder for the rumor mill.  During a night out on the town, Paris was said to be overly affectionate with the Greek shipping heir.  An eyewitness told press, “They were all over each other. Paris looked like the cat that got the cream. She couldn’t keep her hands off him.”

Sheryl Crow Does Lunch, Talks New Album

Sheryl Crow Does Lunch, Talks New Album

While most of us can just throw on some track pants and a hoodie and head out for lunch, celebrities have to meticulously primp before leaving the house.  Case in point; Sheryl Crow.  While it was just a casual lunch at the Ivy Restaurant with gal pal Rita Wilson, she had to make sure she looked fabulous prior to stepping out in front of the paparazzi.

The “If it Makes You Happy” singer has plenty to be thankful for this holiday season- she has a new album coming out, and it looks to be a winner.

While doing press for “Detours,” due out February 5th, Crow told press, “This is the most honest record I’ve ever made. It’s about being forced to wake up.”

And she’s had plenty of fodder for songwriting.  “This album is very inspired by the last three years of events in my life.” During that time, she got engaged and broke up with Lance Armstrong, beat breast cancer, and adopted her son Wyatt. 

Katie Holmes Faces Endless Rumors

Katie Holmes Faces Endless Rumors

Katie Holmes was spotted as she popped out for a bit of shopping on Beverly Blvd on Wednesday afternoon (March 26).

The Mad Money actress has been a mainstay in the gossip fodder of late, making headlines for issues involving both her personal and professional life.

A recent report out of Star magazine is claiming that Katie’s marriage to Tom Cruise is “draining” her of energy - with a supposed insider alleging that the actress suffers from constant headaches and dizzy spells.

“Katie doesn’t get enough sleep – and hasn’t for months now,” told the tabloid’s source. “She’s tried and drained much of the day because Tom is so weird, and they stay awake until after midnight. He has boundless energy, and she just can’t compete.”

There’s also talk that Holmes’ Top Gun hubby has offered to help get her serious roles, but the 29-year-old has turned him down, as she’s determined to do it on her own.

“Katie keeps telling Tom she wants a career like Reese Witherspoon’s,” says an insider. “Tom has offered to make calls to ensure she gets a first refusal on the hot scripts, but Katie insists she wants to achieve success without his help.”

Summer Schedule Follow-Up: "But What About…?"

Michael Chiklis (The Shield), Ginnifer Goodwin (Big Love), Michael C. Hall (Dexter)

The aftermath of the strike is still mucking up TV! Many shows that usually air in the summer have been pushed to fall or later because of the production delay. After taking a look at the summer ’08 TV schedule, you guys had so many questions about these MIA summer series that I thought it’d be a good idea to address them all in one place!

Click in to find out the whereabouts of The Shield, when Big Love is back and the exact premiere date of Dexter season three!

Update, Wednesday, 8:08 p.m.: The cat seems to be well and truly out of the bag already, so I’ve updated the original summer TV calendar item with the premiere date and time of Mad Men: Sunday, July 27 at 10 p.m.

Entourage: Adrian Grenier, Jeremy Piven

PREMIERES: 2008

Jo in Camp Lejeune, N.C.: Any idea when Entourage is coming back?
Entourage will be back in September ’08. Also in September on HBO is True Blood, from Alan Ball. It will be fodder for my favorite part of this job: Watch Vampires with Kristin.

Commenter 28: What about Californication?
Californication is most likely returning in September (the exact premiere date is TBD), and the season-one DVD comes out June 17.

Bunnylovee: When is The Girls Next Door returning? It ended like five months ago. Come on!
Oh, you are a girl after my own heart. Look for new episodes of The Girls Next Door to premiere later this year, likely in one of the months that end in ber.

Jon Hamm, January Jones, Mad Men

Darlynn in Ann Arbor, Mich.: I just looked at your summer schedule and there was no mention of Mad Men. When are they coming back to air with some new eps?
July…argh! I know the answer to this, but I can’t officially report it yet. (I’m not pouting. Really.) I can, however, tell you that the official announcement is coming later this week. Meanwhile, have you seen the packaged-as-a-Zippo-lighter DVD box set for Mad Men season one? Check it out on July 1, or if you’re impatient—like, say, me—you can download season one from iTunes.

Jen’s Husband: Where is The Shield?!
The Shield’s final season premieres in September on FX. Also in September on FX, look for season four of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia and a new show called Sons of Anarchy about a guy forced to juggle his commitments to his kid and those to his friends in a motorcycle gang. (Awesome!)

Alison in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada: When is Dexter coming back? I didn’t see it on your summer premiere list. I want and need my sexily scary serial killer.
According to sources close to the show, season three of Dexter starts shooting June 9, and the season premiere is currently scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 28! Subject to change of course, but generally, I think it’s fair to say yay! If you have yet to partake of the Dexter-y goodness, season two is now available for download on iTunes (thanks to Jenn in Conyers, Ga. for pointing this out!), and the Dexter season-two DVD drops Aug. 19.

Stephanie in Wilmington, N.C.: When will Greek be back?
Greek will return with new episodes this fall, most likely in September.

Glenn Close, Damages

PREMIERES: 2009

Jennifer in Syracuse, N.Y.: What’s up with Damages?
Damages is not back on FX until early ’09 (likely January), but the good news is that it has been renewed for not just one, but two more seasons!

Elana: Where is Nip/Tuck?
Look for Nip/Tuck to premiere around the same time as Damages: Early 2009. January, if I had to guess…

VMarsFan: What about Kyle XY?
Season three of Kyle XY premieres in January ’09.

Melissa in Raymond, N.H.: Any idea when new episodes of Big Love will air?
Early in 2009! I can’t wait. I miss Margene!

Rox: I’m panicked: When is Rescue Me coming back?
Season five of Rescue Me airs in spring ’09 (think March-ish), but there will be minisodes coming out later this summer to tide you over!

Kate in Wis.: What’s up with Flight of the Conchords? I haven’t heard any mention of my favorite summer comedy.
You’ll have to wait until 2009 for more Jemaine and Bret.

Jeff in St. Louis: When will Brotherhood be back? I heard it got renewed…and if it comes back, will Janel Moloney come with it?
Network sources tell me: “The show goes back into production at the end of July, but they haven’t made a decision when season three will premiere. We should know something in the next couple of weeks.” You’ll hear as soon as we do! As for Janel Moloney, I’m told the next season of Brotherhood is still very much in the script stage, so no decisions have been made about her return.

Angie: What about Breaking Bad? Thank you for the Mad Men update but I need info on my other favorite AMC series.
Breaking Bad has already been renewed for a second season, and I believe they are just setting up their production offices now, so by eyeballing the calendar, I’m predicting a winter or spring ’09 premiere (maybe January-ish, maybe March-ish).

Courteney Cox, Dirt

PREMIERES: TO BE DETERMINED, OR POSSIBLY NEVER

T: What about Tell Me You Love Me? I have to see that show again!
Hang in there…It’s going to be a while. They aren’t even in production on season two yet. I’d say look for Tell Me You Love Me in summer ’09 at the soonest.

Kevin in Louisville, Ky.: What is the status on the third seasons of Dirt and The Riches?
According to the network, “No decisions have been made about Dirt and The Riches yet.” However, we’ve heard from at least one source that “Dirt is dead.” No telling how these things will play out, but I’m personally not convinced either show will be back on FX for a third season.

Amy in Portland, Ore.: Is Side Order of Life coming back? And if so, when?
Lifetime has canceled Side Order of Life. Sorry…

WiFidelity: It is true that BSG is going away for the summer?
Yes, it’s true. The Battlestar Galactica midseason finale is June 13, but I’m told the network has not yet settled on a premiere date for the remaining 10 episodes. The good news is that after principal photography on the final season of BSG also ends in June, actors like James Callis and Grace Park will be freed up to do other projects, so we’ll hopefully be seeing them elsewhere soon!

Kaci in Houston: What about The Dead Zone? Did USA kill it along with with The 4400?
Yes, sorry. The Dead Zone and The 4400 are both gone.

Got more Q’s? Post ’em in the comments or email , and we’ll get you answers in the next Monday chat!