Rapper Warren G. Busted
Warren G has a new release: Himself.
The 35-year-old rapper, whose real name is Warren Griffin III, is out on bail today after spending the night in jail on drug charges.
Police say the rapper was arrested early Sunday morning after the car he was in was pulled over for running a red light in Hollywood and marijuana was found inside.
Although undisclosed, the amount was sufficient to charge the rapper, along with the car’s driver, with possession of narcotics with intent to sell, an LAPD spokesman said.
The rapper and the driver were released hours later on $20,000 bond apiece.
The Grammy winner is best known for his 1994 hit “Regulate,” and guest appearance on The Chronic, the classic album by his half-brother, rap legend Dr. Dre.
Charlize Theron’s a Hasty Pudding Girl
Charlize Theron’s a Hasty Pudding Girl
Charlize Theron has made her way to Cambridge, Massachusetts to pick up the Hasty Pudding “Woman of the Year” award.
Spotted out earlier today at the Harvard ‘Hasty Pudding’ parade, Theron cheerfully announced, “I am Woman of the Year! If there was any question about me being a man, this should erase it,” as she boarded a rust-colored Bentley convertible.
According to a spectator, “As the caravan began its slow trek west on Massachusetts Avenue, Theron got a few smooches by the cross-dressing zanies of the Hasty Pudding Theatricals. When one of the Harvard undergrad’s wigs fell off, Theron quipped: ‘What? You’re a man?’ As her car crossed passed a three-story brick building at the corner of Plimpton Street and Massachusetts Avenue, Theron spotted a few guys perched on a balcony and yelled: ‘Take it off.’ One of the men happily obliged - lifting his shirt to reveal a hairy mess. From there, Charlize seemed very interesting in seeing more of Harvard Square, even bending down and tapping her car’s driver on the shoulder with an offer - ‘I did The Italian Job, if you want me to take over.’”
Meanwhile, later on today, Charlize will take part in a ceremony where she’ll be handed a brass pudding pot - which is given to performers who have made “a lasting and impressive contribution to the world of entertainment.”
Lindsay Looking to Nip Bodyguard Suit in the Bud
Lindsay Lohan wants to make the bodyguard she says she never knew go away.
The starlet’s legal camp is looking to settle a lawsuit brought against her by David Kim, who claims Lohan owes him more than $55,000 for his time spent as part of her security detail, according to court documents filed by both parties.
Detailing all sorts of thankless little extras he says he provided while on the job, Kim sued Lohan and her Crossheart Productions on April 7 for fraud, breach of oral contract, intentional infliction of emotional distress and various California Labor Code violations.
Meanwhile, the Mean Girls star maintains she doesn’t know Kim and, subsequently, never employed him, either.
But in his complaint, Kim says Crossheart hired him in October 2006 to protect Lohan for either $4,000 per week for 24/7 security or $2,800 for p.m. policing only. Aside from going unpaid for his services, he claims that, during the six months he worked for the actress, he incurred about $10,000 in out-of-pocket expenses for mileage, valet tips and other chauffeur-related expenses while ferrying Lohan between home and…wherever.
He also personally arranged for extra security and VIP tables at clubs and events to shield Lohan from the madding crowd and sustained $1,470 in damages that November when Lohan’s driver rammed into his car while making an illegal right turn to avoid paparazzi.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Ernest Hiroshige has given Lohan and Crossheart until June 30 to file a response to the suit, but her team seems eager to wipe this case from the docket as soon as possible.
The dueling parties are “presently continuing to exchange settlement proposals…to attempt to resolve [the case],” lawyers for both sides wrote in their latest court filing.
What Does Kiefer's Plea Mean for 24?
As you may have heard, earlier today, the attorney for 24 star Kiefer Sutherland entered a plea of "no contest" to the DUI charges that were filed following his arrest last month. (Get all the deets in our news story.)
Kiefer's driver's license has been revoked at least until a sentencing hearing scheduled for Dec. 21. So, what does this legal turn of events mean for season seven of 24?
Well, Fox just released a statement assuring all us die-hard fans that the show will go on. According to the studio, which produces the series, "With this agreement, Kiefer has ensured that the production of 24 will not be adversely impacted by his personal situation and will wrap in May 2008 as scheduled."
And the official statement of support reads:
Today our friend Kiefer Sutherland resolved his criminal case at the earliest opportunity. Kiefer made clear to us at the time of his arrest that his first concern was the welfare of those he worked with and that he intended to do whatever was necessary to prevent shutting down the show because of his situation. He told us that even if he had to sacrifice more time in custody in order to protect the show and the jobs of those who work with him, he would do so. From what occurred today, it is evident he is a man of his word. We wish him well and look forward to a long relationship with him.
And Kiefer himself just released a personal statement that reads as follows:
I'm very disappointed in myself for the poor judgment I exhibited recently, and I'm deeply sorry for the disappointment and distress this has caused my family, friends and coworkers on 24 and at 20th Century Fox. I appreciate the support and concern that has been extended to me these last weeks both personally and professionally.
What do you guys think? Is justice being served? Do Kiefer's legal troubles affect your opinion of the series? Share your thoughts in the Comments below.