Frasier's getting political!

Kelsey Grammer is planning on hosting two fundraisers for constroversial Republican Ilario Pantano's congressional campaign, and according to his campaign manager, Andy Yates, the events are expected to raise between $75,000 and $85,000!

Yates continues:

“It gets a lot of positive attention for the campaign. It just shows the momentum and excitement that is building.”

Grammar met Pantano - who was a Marine during the Gulf War and came under fire for shooting two Iraqis during his time overseas post-9/11 - during the filming of the 2008 documentary Warriors…In Their Own Words.

Inneresting!

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We love how honest she's being while promoting Salt — it's fascinating!

Angelina Jolie recently revealed that she definitely has a dark side, as if we didn't know! She says:

"There's certainly a side of me that isn't completely…sane. Or completely 'even' all the time. We all have our dark sides. I grew up in front of everybody, really. The big years of exploration. There was a certain madness I was going through. I learned a lot about myself.

"People tend to sum up times in your life and simplify. I would say there's a way of being bold when you're young that seems very brave. … What's perceived as tough is a very funny thing. I think to be a parent is one of the scariest, boldest things to do, as opposed to, um, getting a tattoo. … Much more than jumping into a pool when you're 20."

Speaking of parenting, she also had more kind words about her partner Brad Pitt saying he makes her "a better person." She continues:

"I've learned so much from him, as you do when you come together with another person. You both make each other better. You both learn about the best of each other, and recognize the things where you're failing, or where you need to step up.

"When it's a great partnership, you really are patient with each other. He has been a huge influence on me. In all ways, from my parenting to my art, to … everything."

But Ange is still her own woman and a strong one at that! She declares:

"My evolution, and any extremes in my evolution, has been my personality, out of the nature of what's inside me. I'm very unaware of my public self. I don't read anything written about me. I don't look at magazines. I only watch the films and premieres if I have to. I still haven't seen some of my films."

Well, we think your public self is amazing, Ange!

We can't get enough of her!

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Now this should be inneresting!

The peeps involved with Disney's and Jason Segel's live-action Muppets feature headed over the Pixar yesterday for a table read of the project!

Pixar has also recently helped parent company Disney with the upcoming Tron Legacy. An insider reveals:

"There are a lot of Muppet fans up there at Pixar. Both sides were excited and curious. I wouldn't read too much into it. Pixar is acting more as a friend of the court."

The Muppets film still hasn't been officially greenlit, but we think this is a step in the right direction!

Can he even sing?

Sources are claiming that Seth Rogen is being considered for the role of Lonny in Adam Shankman's upcoming film adaptation of Broadway musical Rock of Ages!

Rogen was spotted attending the production in Toronto, and while his people assert that "he was just there to enjoy the show," insiders are suggesting otherwise!

The love story takes place in Hollywood in the '80s, and features classic Journey, Bon Jovi, and Poison tracks. So far no other casting has been announced, but the film version is set to arrive in 2011!

What do U think?? Do U think Seth is right for the part??

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Her new avian tunes can't be tamed, and neither can her film career!

It's been a while, but that skanky little MileyBird is at it again, squawking some more bullshit about how she's an adult now, and needs to take on more slutty adult roles!

She says:

'The next film I'm doing is not for the [Hannah Montana] audience. But that is why I did the last season, for my young fans. I want the fans that have grown up with me from 16-26 who will respond to older material. I have to choose scripts that are right for someone who is 18 because that is me. It's very different going from a show with a huge audience and fan base to something…independent. But I'm excited to work on a film that is going to touch people. It's edgy and different and I don't know how the fans will react, but it's something I can relate to.'

Correct on all counts, Miley! You're just so mature!

We have an idea! How about you take over for Lindsanity and play Linda Lovelace in Inferno!

The 16-26 crowd will really respond to that! LOLs!

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Oops!

Well, at least one report was right!

We reported earlier today and Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem had been married, and later that the actress was pregnant, but her rep has quickly come forward to deny that a baby is on the way!

A source confirms the report, claiming that Penélope would not get pregnant while shooting an action movie, and she's currently in the middle of production of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides!

The insider says:

"It's not exactly the kind of movie you want to be doing if you're pregnant."

Agreed! Smart move, bb!

But we wouldn't be surprised if there was a legit pregnancy announcement sometime soon from these two!

Thoughts??

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Wowsa!

Marvel Studios and actor Ed Norton are going at it after the studio announced the actor wouldn't be reprising his role of The Hulk in the upcoming film The Avengers!

Marvel's president of production Kevin Feige released the following statement:

“We have made the decision to not bring Ed Norton back to portray the title role of Bruce Banner in The Avengers. Our decision is definitely not one based on monetary factors, but instead rooted in the need for an actor who embodies the creativity and collaborative spirit of our other talented cast members.

"The Avengers demands players who thrive working as part of an ensemble, as evidenced by Robert, Chris H, Chris E, Sam, Scarlett, and all of our talented casts. We are looking to announce a name actor who fulfills these requirements, and is passionate about the iconic role in the coming weeks.”

Talk about insulting! Ed's rep responded to Feige to tell his side of the story:

“This offensive statement from Kevin Feige at Marvel is a purposefully misleading, inappropriate attempt to paint our client in a negative light. Here are the facts: two months ago, Kevin called me and said he wanted Edward to reprise the role of Bruce Banner in ‘The Avengers.’ He told me it would be his fantasy to bring Edward on stage with the rest of the cast at [Comic-Con] and make it the event of the convention. When I said that Edward was definitely open to this idea, Kevin was very excited and we agreed that Edward should meet with [director] Joss Whedon to discuss the project. Edward and Joss had a very good meeting (confirmed by Feige to me) at which Edward said he was enthusiastic at the prospect of being a part of the ensemble cast.

“Marvel subsequently made him a financial offer to be in the film and both sides started negotiating in good faith. This past Wednesday, after several weeks of civil, uncontentious discussions, but before we had come to terms on a deal, a representative from Marvel called to say they had decided to go in another direction with the part. This seemed to us to be a financial decision but, whatever the case, it is completely their prerogative, and we accepted their decision with no hard feelings… We know a lot of fans have voiced their public disappointment with this result, but this is no excuse for Feige’s mean spirited, accusatory comments. Counter to what Kevin implies here, Edward was looking forward to the opportunity to work with Joss and the other actors in the Avengers cast, many of whom are personal friends of his. Feige’s statement is unprofessional, disingenuous and clearly defamatory. Mr. Norton talent, tireless work ethic and professional integrity deserve more respect, and so do Marvel’s fans.”

We're siding on Ed with this one — that comment from Marvel was pretty unnecessary!

But The Hulk bombed anyway, so why bother reprising the role anyway?

What do U think?

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Does he really think that talking about yourself in the third person is cool?

The Situation has apparently reached new levels of delusional douchedom, and thinks that his abs make up for his busted, FUGlicious face enough to get him an acting career!

BARF.

He reveals:

“Maybe it’s the abs or maybe it’s the green eyes. The Situation does look pretty good on TV, so maybe that’s what it is. He’s got a lot going on. He’s got a clothing line, songs, he’s all over the place. This is just a way into the door for me. Reality is a stepping stone for me. Being one of the biggest names in reality or the country or the world or whatever, I definitely want to start moving into scripted and films in another year or two. I’ll congratulate ‘The Situation’ myself. He’s doing pretty good.”

And we will congratulate you for becoming a giant ass hat!

Sorry, bb! You just ain't no Snooki Snickers!

So STOP trying to be great like she is!

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They must really have some faith in this trainwreck!

Matthew Wilder, the writer and director of Inferno: A Linda Lovelace Story has said that he will wait for Lindsay Lohan to finish her prison and rehab sentence before filming.

He explains, "We are proud to have this remarkable artist work on our film" and added that the film is "100 percent behind Lindsay."

Lindsay is also in negotiations to star in the Willie Nelson movie, The Dry Gulch Kid and producer Kerry Wallum said that if Lindsay chooses to accept the role:

"We're behind her. We'll wait until this all blows over."

Lucky break, Linds!

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Actress and singer Maria Conchita Alonso is pissed. And this time it's not at Sean Penn.

Maria Conchita is speaking out against filmmaker Oliver Stone's twisted portrayal of dictator Hugo Chavez as a "fun-loving, good guy" in the new flick South of the Border.

So Alonso has teamed up with Central and South American Community officials to make their own movie, Crossing Our Borders, which will cover the issues Oliver omitted.

A rep for the activists reveals:

"Missing from the light-hearted moments of a dictator (Chavez) riding a bike are the questioning of the alarming and growing rates of poverty, kidnapping and murder.

We want to know who financed Mr. Stone's film, why did he refuse to interview everyday Venezuelans about their lives under this brutally oppressive regime and why would Mr. Stone use his influence and art to sell a dictator who has dissolved parliament and jailed judges for ruling against his illegal activities?"

SHADY!

And Alonso isn't stopping there, she's even challenging Stone to a public debate! Says Alonso:

"Oliver Stone is a gifted storyteller who has lent his considerable prowess to crafting a cinematic lie.

Why not tell the truth about the conditions in Venezuela, where the middle class has shrunk from a third to five per cent, kidnapping has risen to the top five in the world and murder rates are higher than in Baghdad resulting from pillaged oil wealth, increased drug running and exportation of political unrest?

Oliver Stone has become Hugo Chavez's Minister of Propaganda."

And when Stone's movie opens this Friday in Santa Monica, Alonso and other activists will be on hand protesting and hopefully making their way to the question and answer section after the flick.

Let's see what Stone can come up with to justify his false portrayal of Chavez and Venezuela.

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