Braxton with Breast Cancer?

The National Inquirer (I know. But sometimes they're right!) is reporting singer Toni Braxton is secretly undergoing radiation treatment and chemotherapy after she was diagnosed with breast cancer two months ago.

TNI claims she chose not to disclose her cancer fight to the public after doctors told her they had caught the disease early enough. She is reportedly receiving an iron infusion into her twice a week to combat fatigue caused by her chemotherapy thereby enabling her to continue her Toni Braxton: Revealed show at the Flamingo hotel and casino.

A family source tells the publication, "Toni is a fighter. She initially thought the worst, but doctors assured her the prognosis for her breast cancer is excellent. She still has moments when she gets upset and she may cry a little bit - but those moments don't last long."

Braxton, 40, a six-time Grammy winner and mother of two boys (her 4-yr-old is autistic), has fought bankruptcy and a diagnoses of pericarditis (a heart condition) in 2002 after passing out backstage during a performance of Aida on Broadway. She initially thought there was a problem with her silicone breast implants but it turned out to be breast cancer.


Hang in there Toni! Keep up the good fight!

Say it is so!

There are rumors that Madonna will join Justin Timberlake for a MTV's VMA's in September. Oooooo, Madonna and Mr. JT. YUMMY!

In the meantime, I'll settle for pics of her leaving her London gym.

Whachoo Smell?The Lily Allen Edition

I smellllllll.....

Right Guard for Men, a spoiled brat...

stinky cigarette and fish-n-chips ass...

and skanky cooter fingers with a large helping of a failing US career.

Glad your arse has been banned from the US Ms. Allen. You are ungrateful and incredibly selfish. SUCK IT!

Let Us Walk Down 80's Memory Lane Shall We

Madonna's birthday is today and it got me thinking about the 80's (no, it's not when she nor her career died you haters). This is the best 80's videos compilation I have found so I had to share.

Enjoy kiddies!

Ok Sid, Ok Nancy...Whatever.

Sickly skinny and unhealthy looking Amy Winehouse checked into rehab, left rehab via helicopter (wtf?!), hit up a pub, got some mail, checked on her home, and then told Radio 1 outside of her home that she was headed back to rehab:

"I'm fine. I've put on half a stone and I feel fine."

Asked if newspaper reports of her drug abuse were true, she replied: "I wouldn't say so, no."

Her dirty husband Blake Fielder-Civil told reporters the two "only came back to get a guitar, but of course in the paper that's interpreted as we're both so weak we left after three days."

Who the f**k leaves rehab by helicopter to retrieve a guitar? And why is Lindsay Lohan allowed to leave rehab to get a spray on tan? Seriously, these losers don't want to get better. They're all living in La-La-Star-F**king-Land where no one ever says no and nothing really bad (or consequential) happens. Unless you count overdosing (a' la' Amy) or multiple DUI arrests (a' la' Lohan). But they probably think nothing of this crap.

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Happy Birthday Madonna!

Took this pic of my girl at her Miami concert last July.

No, I didn't forget. Madonna has me on speed dial and called a minute ago to wonder why the hell I haven't wished her a rockin' birthday on Upchuck so here you go Madge!

You are an original, an innovator, the queen of reinvention...you dance, sing, get up and do your thing...despite the haters. LONG LIVE MADONNA!

Now, enough with the corn. Rumor has it Madonna is planning to celebrate her 50th birthday on August, 16, 2008, with a very special concert in NYC's Central Park. Ugh, Central Park in August...prepare to pass out people.

A source tells Britain's Sun, "One of the ideas she loves is to do Central Park on her birthday. She came up with it and has been discussing it as a serious possibility...She doesn't like getting older but she knows there's no way she can pretend her birthday isn't happening...She is planning to kick off a world tour next June in America to promote her new album. Playing at Central Park would be the highlight...She sees it as a huge televised event."

Are you reading this Ang? I will have given birth by then so we will have to high-tail our arses to NYC for a quick concert! Ya hearrrrd. Oh, and Amy, we'll be staying at your place. ;)

This is a pic of my post-concert celebratory toast (Patron and Corona) in Miami last year. In your honor Madge, I will recreate said toast this evening. Your welcome. ;)

Let's Take a Break...

from this week full of Lindsay Lohan (Blowhan) and Britney Spears (NitBrit) to listen to something meaningful - delivered with heart.

This is a video of Pink singing Dear Mr. President at Wembley on her I'm Not Dead tour.

Pink is a rocking goddess and this is my favorite song of the last 5 years. Keep it up P!nk!

Don Imus Wasn't Even There

Did anyone performing at the Comedy Central Roast of rapper (turned reality TV personality) Flavor Flav actually graduate from high school or any other school for that matter (no, Hard Knocks doesn't count)?

The heavily edited show will air on August 12th and, according to the NY Post, we'll be missing several racially and sexually charged moments including:

"The N-word which was used 11 times by presenters including Snoop Dogg, Ice-T and comedian Katt Williams, The Post's Mandy Stadtmiller reports."

The number of times certain words were used: "bitch" used 16 times; "pimp," 14 times; "ho," 12 times; "whore," seven times, "crack," five times, and "hookers," three times.

Roman Pink

If you're checking out Celebrity Upchuck from Rome then you need to hit the streets (in a minute). Everyone's fav chick rocker Pink has been cruising around town on foot, hitting the shops.

I just love her to bits and that's all I have to say about that. Nothing controversial. Sorry.

Pink's Impression of a Paris Crab

Who knows if Paris has crabs (herpes is enough) but that's exactly what came to mind when I saw this picture of rock star P!nk in concert in Soltau, Germany.

Well, that, and being grateful she's wearing underwear...wishing she could knock some sense into NitBrit.

Fergie at Much Music Awards

Yeahhh, Fergie! I haven't had any pictures to post of my girl in a long time. Love her love her music. Haters can eat it.

These were snapped at the Much Music Video Awards in Canada this weekend. Fergie performed and won.

Gwen Has BOAT Feet!

Those things are mammoth! CRIKEY! I never noticed before how big they really are. Is it lame that my mouth fell open when I saw them? Grabbing her but too - good to know she's just like us...but with a gazillion more dollars.

Anyhoooo, these were snapped while Stefani took a break from her latest video shoot in LA. Click here for Stefani news and tour dates.

The pic below is of Gwen waiting for her flight at LAX Sunday. Got L.A.M.B.?

The Hat is Ridiculous MadonnaNanny SOLD Tell-All Rights!Madonna Guest-Starring on Nip/Tuck?

That's probably one of the ugliest hats I've ever seen in my life and that's saying a lot because I live somewhere south. The shades rock. Love Madge but hate that I've never seen her in NYC. Next time...definitely next time. These pics are of Her Madgesty in NYC Friday, March 9. My dearest Madonna is not going to be happy about this:

The NY Post is reporting former nanny, Melissa Dumas, has sold the rights to a new book about her life as Madonna's nanny in 2005-2006. CROWN Publishers plans to use a celebrity ghostwriter for "Live To Tell: My Life as Madonna's Nanny" and most think the book will be fast-tracked for release in September.

Nanny Dumas claims Madonna is a total diva and an overly strict mother (you don't sayyyy) disallowing any noise in the house when she is sleeping - "not even running water for showers." House rules were strictly enforced including no magazines or newspapers, no television, and a strict dietary regime.

Better news: Nip/Tuck creator Ryan Murphy is said to be writing a role for Madonna and she reportedly wants to co-star with Rosie O'Donnell (Rosie has already appeared on the show several times). I don't see how she could be a fan of the show if she doesn't own a TV. How much Nip/Tuck can you watch in a hotel room? One thing is for sure - let's hope she has been taking acting classes.

Eminem Headed to Ireland - FINALLY

Certainly wouldn't be the first time we would see Eminem in court but this really isn't for anything criminal. This time he will appear as a witness before a Justice in Ireland's High Court in the legal battle between promoters MCD and their insurance companies.

The promoters claim the last-minute cancellation of the Anger Management concert created a major headache for them, after they sold 80,000 tickets in an hour. In a civil action, MCD bosses are seeking compensation from three London-based insurance companies after they refused to pay up after the cancellation of the gig.

Eminem had asked to give testimony in private because the matter relates to his health at the time of the concert cancellation but this request was denied. Judge Peter Kelly sited the importance of E's testimony as the purpose for the public testimony.

Justice Kelly has now issued a letter of request to the US District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan for "examination on oath" of the rapper.

Rachel Stevens Sippin' Beverly Hills

Rachel Stevens is a cutie and looks younger than her almost 29-yrs. Click here to find out more about this pond jumper who's been hanging out in L.A. for awhile now.

Geri Halliwell in London

I've always loved Geri's attitude but I'm still not a fan of high-waisted pants - better than butt crack though! Mama looks great.

Lance Bass - The Author

Since 'N-Sync went on hiatus in 2002 (who are we kidding - that gig is up for good), Lance has been busy living outside of the limelight and most recently - out of the closet (he "came out" July 2007).

Spotlight Entertainment, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, announced Wednesday they will publish Bass's autobiography in which he "tells all about his life, his music and his sexuality." It will be titles "Out of Sync" and is scheduled for publication in October.

The publisher promises a behind-the-scenes look at the 27-year-old singer's days in boy band 'N Sync, as well as his headline-making venture to undergo astronaut training for a Russian space mission, which didn't pan out because he couldn't come up with the funds for the trip.

-- Yeah, not gonna wait in line for this one. But enjoy!

Blues Traveler Popper Popped!

Who knew John Popper was prepared for Armageddon?! Popper, 39, of the Blues Traveler and the John Popper Project, was arrested after the vehicle he was riding in was clocked going 111 mph, the Washington State Patrol said Wednesday.

Popper, 39, was arrested Tuesday afternoon on Interstate 90 near the Spokane/Lincoln county line, the Washington State Patrol said. Inside the black Mercedes SUV, officers found a cache of weapons and a small amount of marijuana, the Patrol said. A police dog searched the vehicle, finding numerous hidden compartments containing four rifles, nine handguns and a switchblade knife. Authorities also found a Taser and night vision goggles. The vehicle was seized.

Popper, who lives in Snohomish, Wash., is the owner of the vehicle, which was being driven by Brian Gourgeois, 34, of Austin, Texas, said state patrol Trooper Jeff Sevigney. The vehicle also had flashing emergency headlights, a siren and a public address system, the Patrol said.

"Popper indicated to troopers that he had installed these items in his vehicle because (in the event of a natural disaster) he didn't want to be left behind," the Patrol said in a news release. He also told officers he collected weapons, the Patrol said.

The two men were booked administratively into the Adams County jail and released on their own recognizance. Authorities plan to charge them with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Gourgeois will also face a charge of reckless driving, the Patrol said.

On the Blues Traveler website, Popper sheds some light on some of his skills: Riflery, pistol craft, all manner of weaponry. I sure know how to spend money. Sitting around. TV trivia. Evil. Party balloons. Sketch comedy. F*ckin' with stewardesses and airport personnel and occasional masturbation. And for all you ladies out there - I'm into long walks in the park and gondola rides, not to mention lavish vacations in Vegas.

Duuuuuude, that's some gnarly stuff to have hanging out in your car! I had no idea he was such a dooms-dayer!

Get to Know Beth Ditto & the Gossip

Beth Ditto of the band the Gossip recently lost Sexiest Female to skinny and perpetually trashed Kate Moss at NME's awards show in London but she won't let that stop her from becoming the new face of and designer of a line for Topshop. Moss has done both as well. Let's just say that Ditto is the antithesis of Moss!

Ditto is a self-described "fat, feminist lesbian from Arkansas," and news reports like to say she ate squirrel during her childhood in an Arkansas trailer park but here's what Beth has to say about that: She didn't eat the squirrel - her cousin did:

"The first time I ever got stoned was with my cousin. We were like 13 and 14. We smoked out of a Coke can, and then he flung open the back side door and took out his BB gun and started shooting outside. I was like, 'What are you doing?' And he's like 'What do you mean?' And I look out the door and he's shooting squirrels. And then I'm like, 'Oh my god.' And then he goes and gets them, skins them, and fries them up, because he has the munchies. Swear to God. True story."

Gossip is an indie band created four years ago and they've toured with the White Stripes, Sonic Youth, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Sleater Kinney. Click here to check out their MySpace page.

Lily Allen Promotes Smoking About Town

What an unattractive shot of her lighting up the ciggy. I can smell the stink thru the pic.

Love her music though!