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SUPER BOWL COUNTDOWN BLOG:: A true 'Diva' will sing the National Anthem. Find out who it is

LIVE BLOG: Follow The News' film critic Joe Neumaier to learn the latest from the Sundance Film Festival

Shia LaBeouf pulls a Joaquin Phoenix, says his recent bizarre behavior was ‘performance art’

Shia LaBeouf (L) is apparently taking a page out of Joaquin Phoenix’s book. The ‘Fury’ actor claimed he has been secretly participating in a bit of ‘performance art,’ which explains his recent bizzare behavior.

Just like fellow actor Joaquin Phoenix did with his 2009 mockumentary "I'm Still Here," LaBeouf, 27, apparently claims his recent bizarre behavior is all just performance art.

Tension on set of ‘Fifty Shades’ as director, author clash

Selena: ‘This year is when I really started feeling powerful’

Hot 97 DJ Mister Cee: I’m ‘absolutely not’ gay

LATE-NIGHT FIGHT: Jimmy, Dave already battling for guests

Donald Trump Jr. and wife Vanessa expecting their fifth child

The Trump family will soon welcome a new member to their ever-expanding clan with Donald Trump's eldest son expecting his fifth child with wife Vanessa.

Rapper Soulja Boy arrested after cops find him with loaded gun

Rapper Soulja Boy was arrested early Wednesday morning in California after cops found him with a loaded weapon.

Soulja Boy was arrested early Wednesday morning after cops found him with a loaded gun in his possession. The rapper, 23, whose real name is DeAndre Cortez Way, was a passenger in a car that was pulled over in the San Fernando Valley for running a stop sign, according to TMZ.

TV REVIEW 'Killer Typhoon' is a sobering reminder of weather's force

A mother and her children brave heavy rains as they head for an evacuation center amidst strong winds as Typhoon Haiyan pounded Cebu City, in central Philippines on November 8, 2013. One of the most intense typhoons on record whipped the Philippines on November 8, killing three people and terrifying millions as monster winds tore roofs off buildings and giant waves washed away flimsy homes.AFP PHOTOSTR/AFP/Getty Images

If you ever worried about the fragility of human existence amid the powers of nature, this new “Nova” documentary on November’s catastrophic Philippines typhoon will reinforce your gravest concerns.

Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to reunite for special Beatles concert

Paul McCartney (Sir Paul to you) will reunited with former bandmate Ringo Starr for a concert next Monday that will be taped and air on Feb. 9, the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show.

It's been a long and winding road, but the two surviving Beatles will perform together for the first time in five years next Monday.

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Pussy Riot band members to perform in New York concert post-jail

Two members of the Russian punk band Pussy Riot who were jailed for nearly two years on charges of religious hatred and became international emblems for human rights campaigners will appear at a concert in New York, organizer Amnesty International said on Tuesday.

Ke$ha thanks fans amid rehab stint: 'I'll be back soon and better than ever'

When Ke$ha entered rehab she released a statement that said, in part, ‘I'll be unavailable for the next 30 days, seeking treatment for my eating disorder …’

Despite having no access to social media, Ke$ha found a way to thank her fans from the confines of rehab.

'Fashion Fund' helps young designers fit into fashion

Models walk the runway for the Juan Carlos Obando show at Fashion Week Spring New York in September.

Fashion design competitions like “Project Runway” may have become a reality TV staple, but “The Fashion Fund” is going for something a little more real.

Trent Reznor tapped to score David Fincher's 'Gone Girl'

Trent Reznor, lead singer of Nine Inch Nails, will score the highly anticipated thriller ‘Gone Girl.’

The psychological thriller “Gone Girl” is hitting the big screen this fall, and the movie will have a sinister soundtrack provided by the Nine Inch Nails frontman.

'12 Years' actress is this year's red carpet star

Posh: 'I won't ever' do Spice Girls reunion again

Zac Efron: 'I'm in the best place that I've ever been in' post-rehab

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Zac Efron finally opened up about his stint in rehab when he visited the "Today" show on Tuesday. "I'm in the best place that I've ever been in," he told Savannah Guthrie. "I've never been this happy before."

Miley Cyrus teams up with ‘Ren & Stimpy’ creator for tour

Miley Cyrus said the ‘Ren & Stimpy’ creator’s artwork is ‘driving a lot of the tour.’

Miley Cyrus has tapped “The Ren & Stimpy Show” creator John Kricfalusi to provide artwork for her “Bangerz” tour, according to Comics Alliance.

Anderson Cooper’s alleged stalker found fit for trial

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Alex Hausner, 38, spent two months at a state psychiatric center and is now able to stand trial for allegedly threatening the CNN anchor and his partner.

Kanye West's alleged battery victim asking for cash settlement: source

West is under investigation for misdemeanor battery after the teen told cops that the rapper turned violent, and reportedly punched him in a chiropractor’s office.

The teen who allegedly hurled racial slurs at Kim Kardashian and got Yeezus' biblical wrath in return is now hoping for a cash settlement, a well-placed source told the Daily News.

Connie Britton reveals ‘Scandal’ star was her son's nanny

PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 17: Actress Connie Britton arrives at the ABC/Disney TCA Winter Press Tour party at The Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa on January 17, 2014 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/WireImage)

"Nashville" star Connie Britton revealed that fellow ABC actress, Katie Lowes, who plays Quinn Perkins on "Scandal," was actually her son Eyob's nanny before she landed the role on the hit show.

Lindsay Lohan announces new film project ‘Inconceivable’

Lindsay Lohan speaks at the Lindsay Lohan Press Conference at Social Film Loft during the 2014 Sundance Film Festival.

With a film crew capturing every moment, Lindsay Lohan made a high-profile debut at the Sundance Film Festival, announcing a new film and a "fresh start."

'Dancing with the Stars' pro Anna Trebunskaya welcomes first baby

Anna Trebunskaya (pictured) and her boyfriend Nevin Millan welcomed a baby girl on Saturday.

"Anna Trebunskaya and boyfriend Nevin Millan welcomed their first child, daughter Amalya Millan, at a home birth on Saturday, Jan. 18," her rep confirmed in a statement.

‘Sherlock’ will keep Benedict Cumberbatch under cap as long as possible

Benedict Cumberbatch (R.) and Martin Freeman pose in front of the detective's famous address: 221B Baker St. The show 'Sherlock' has only grown in popularity for its third season.

The cast of PBS's hit drama "Sherlock" isn't closing the door on another series, even though star Benedict Cumberbatch keeps getting more famous and therefore more busy.

Jennifer: I know people who've ‘tortured themselves’ for beauty

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Cara Delevingne, Michelle Rodriguez get wild in Paris

Kurt Russell: Paul Walker's death 'catastrophic' to 'Fast & Furious 7'

The late Paul Walker and Vin Diesel film a scene on ‘Fast & Furious 7’ several days before Walker’s death in a Nov. 30 car crash.

Calling his late castmate Paul Walker “a terrific guy,” Kurt Russell says he’s not sure what will happen with his role in the latest “Fast & Furious” movie.

Miley Cyrus to get 'Unplugged' on MTV on Jan. 29

Bob Dylan did it. So did Tony Bennett and Bruce Springsteen. Now Miley Cyrus is set to join their ranks when she stars in her own installment of MTV’s celebrated “Unplugged” series.

Tyra Banks confirms sequel to Disney's ‘Life-Size’ coming soon

Fourteen years later, "Life-Size" is getting a model update. The beloved made-for-TV movie, which starred supermodel Banks, 40, and Lindsay Lohan in her prime as a Disney darling, will be getting a "modern" update, according to Banks.

ALBUM REVIEW A Great Big World's 'Is There Anybody Out There?'

Ian Axel and Chad Vaccarino of A Great Big World

The nerd-pop revolution keeps growing. An increasing number of singers and players have become huge stars by dragging the geekiest elements of modern show tunes into the musical mainstream.

Jacko's doc Conrad Murray to continue appeal after court rejection

epa03924959 (FILE) A file picture dated 25 January 2011 shows Dr. Conrad Murray listening during his arraignment in Superior Court in Los Angeles, California, USA. The former personal physician of pop star Michael Jackson is to be released from jail 28 October after serving two years for manslaughter, his lawyer, Valerie Wass, told German news agency dpa on 25 October 2913. Dr. Conrad Murray, 60, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in 2011. A jury found that he had caused Jackson's 2009 death by giving him the hospital anesthetic propofol as a sleeping aid without taking reasonable safety precautions. Murray was sentenced to four years in jail for his role in Jackson's death, but as is common in California, had his sentence significantly reduced for good behaviour. EPA/IRFAN KHAN / POOL *** Local Caption *** 02549003

Dr. Conrad Murray is vowing to fight on after an appellate court unanimously rejected his criminal appeal last week, his lawyer told the Daily News.

NBC plans Olympic-size promotions for Fallon's 'Tonight Show'

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Jimmy Fallon says he and Jay Leno, from whom he will take over “The Tonight Show” next month, have had an understanding for several years that if Fallon moved into Leno’s seat, they would do it “the right way.”

Don't look for 'Downton Abbey' to become a fall series

Sorry, “Downton Abbey” fans, you’re probably not going to get next season any earlier than January 2015.

Fallon to welcome Will Smith and U2 as first 'Tonight Show' guests

Will Smith and U2 will join Fallon, 39, as he takes aim at filling Jay Leno’s shoes on Feb. 17, he told reporters at the 2014 Television Critics Association press tour.

Ben Affleck jokes about his ‘big d--k’ at PGA Awards

Ben Affleck boasted about his manhood in front of an audience at the Producers Guild of America Awards on Sunday night. Though, to be fair, the soon-to-be Batman didn't start it.

Shayne Lamas and husband Nik Richie expecting second baby

Nik Richie (l.) and Shayne Lamas are expecting their second child. The couple also has a 2-year-old daughter named Press.

The former "Bachelor" contestant is pregnant with her second child. Her husband announced the news on his blog on Sunday.

‘Chicago Fire’ & 'Chicago PD’ are too wholesome for NYC, says Dick Wolf

Dick Wolf, producer of the NBC dramas "Chicago Fire" and now its sister "Chicago PD," says both shows may be a little too wholesome for New York.

Ke$ha's mom on daughter's eating disorder: 'She almost died'

Ke$ha's mother, Pebe Sebert, has gone into more detail about her daughter's eating disorder struggles.

Beyonce and Jay-Z confirmed to perform at the Grammys

Jay-Z joins Beyonce on stage at the ‘Chime For Change’ concert in June 2013. The married music stars will both perform at the 2014 Grammy Awards on Jan. 29.

Music’s biggest night will include the first couple of hip-hop, with Beyonce and Jay-Z set to perform at the 2014 Grammy Awards, airing Jan. 26.

China's terracotta warriors to be subject of superhero film

After more than 2,000 years, they're ready for their close-up. China's famed terracotta warriors are set to make the leap onto the big screen in a single bound.

Tickled pink! Kelly Clarkson announces she’s expecting a baby girl

Clarkson also tweeted that she’s been experiencing morning sickness.

The singer took to Twitter on Monday to announce the happy news - and joke about her morning sickness.

J.J. Abrams confirms 'Star Wars: Episode VII' script is complete

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“We’re working really hard and we’ve got our script and we’re in deep prep,” he said during the Televisions Critics Association’s press tour on Sunday. “Full steam ahead.”

Ian McKellen: ‘Vicious’ shows how far gay characters have come in sitcoms

PBS programming chief Beth Hoppe and executive producer/writer Gary Janetti are joined by actors Sir Ian McKellen and Sir Derek Jacobi via satellite video during the ‘Vicious’ s panel discussion at the 2014 Winter Television Critics Association in Pasadena Monday.

Sir Ian McKellen says a seemingly small shift in the portrayal of gay characters in sitcoms has made all the difference.

Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldana's 'Polar Bear' is a Sundace hit

Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldana star in ‘Infinitely Polar Bear.’

This year’s Sundance Film Festival — thus far the domain of dysfunctional dads, ’70s-set capers and George Takei — has embraced love.

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Watch for late punches with Jimmy and Dave

When David Letterman joked to NBC’s “Nightly News” anchor Brian Williams recently on “Late Night” that he expects the newsman to defect to the “Tonight Show” when Letterman’s new late-night rival Jimmy Fallon takes over, he may have been more serious than he appeared.