June 5 – North Platte Post Archive

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE TAKES MARINE TO AWARDS: Justin Timberlake escorted Corporal Kelsey De Santis to her Marine Corps ball and just seven months later — Justin took her to the Guys Choice Awardsin Los Angeles over the weekend. Justin was honored as the Entertainer of the Year and presented with the Troops’ Choice Prize. Justin said, “It’s amazing actually to be standing on stage with these American heroes. As some of you know I’m usually a wisea**, but in all seriousness, I can tell you receiving this award from our troops is seriously one of the greatest honors that I or any American could receive.”

LIAM PAYNE STICKS UP FOR HIS LADY: One Direction won’t tolerate being bullied on Twitter, especially when it comes to their significant others. Liam Payne who is dating dancer, Danielle Peazer was upset when users tweeted negative comments to his girlfriend. He responded, “Just as I start to like twitter again I see the nasty side of people who like to dislike somebody who makes me … Me. #SometimesIHateTwitter when it becomes a place to abuse people who uve never met never did anything to you but you still choose to be cruel. all those horrible people who are going to be dicks and tweet her horrible stuff now just because i mentioned it, grow up. all those people are who are nice it makes me smile love you guys.”

GWYNETH PALTROW IN TWEET CONTROVERSY: Gwyneth Paltrow is catching some heat after using the N-word on Twitter over the weekend. The actress tweeted a picture of herself onstage at Jay-Z and Kanye West’s “Watch the Throne” concert in Paris with the caption, “Ni**as in paris for real.” That is the name of Jay-Z and Kanye’s song — however some people were offended. Paltrow responded to the backlash, writing, “Hold up. It’s the title of the song!” EVA AND RYAN JET AWAY: Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling are still going strong. Despite sporadic rift reports, the couple were spotted flying out of LAX together over the weekend. Mendes, 38, and Gosling, 31, have been dating for nearly one year.

‘HUNGER GAMES’ STAR REPORTEDLY DETAINED BY POLICE: Hunger Games actor Alexander Ludwig, 19, was reportedly handcuffed and questioned by police over the weekend after “acting strangely” on a flight to Los Angeles. A source told PerezHilton.com, “He was yelling very loudly including profane language. He yelled at the cops that yes, he did have a fake ID and yes he is underage and no, he wouldn’t lie to cops. He was detained for at least fifteen minutes and several cops arrived later on too. He was making a big scene and was certainly attracting a lot of attention to himself.” A source called the situation a misunderstanding, and Alexander was present at the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday.

KELLY OSBOURNE IS NOT ENGAGED: Contrary to reports, Kelly Osbourne is not engaged. Rumors circulated that Kelly was set to marry her boyfriend, vegan chef Matthew Mosshart, after she was spotted with a telling ring in Las Vegas over the weekend. However her rep told GossipCop.com, “She is not engaged.”

KYLIE AND CODY 4EVA? Kylie Jenner and Cody Simpson might really be a couple. Despite their romance denials, the young teens were spotted together in Beverly Hills over the weekend. The 14

‘SCREAM’ ON TV? Scream may be coming to the small screen. TVLine.com reported that two veteran MTV producers are developing a television adaptation of the popular franchise. The four Screaminstallments — the last of which hit theaters in 2011 — have generated $500 million to date. ‘SPARTACUS’ IS ENDING: Spartacus will conclude its run on Starz after the upcoming season concludes. Creator Steven S. DeKnight explained, “We did not come to this decision lightly. It was an extremely difficult and emotional decision for my partners and I. Yet, in the end, the story was best served by rolling all of the remaining action and drama of Spartacus’ journey into one stunningly epic season that will be extremely satisfying for everyone who’s been along for the ride.” They are currently shooting the final season, which is scheduled to start airing in January 2013.

CHYLER LEIGH DISCUSSES ‘GREY’S’ EXIT: Chyler Leigh says that it was her choice to leave Grey’s Anatomy. The actress discussed the recent death of her character Lexie, explaining that it had long been planned. She told TVLine.com, “Earlier this year, I made the decision that Season Eight would be my last on Grey’s Anatomy. I met with Shonda and we worked together to give Lexie’s story appropriate closure.” She added, “My experience on Grey’s Anatomy is something that I will treasure for the rest of my life. I want to take this time to say thank you to the fans. Your unconditional love and support have made these last five years very special for me. I look forward to my next chapter and I hope you will continue to follow me on my journey.