Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens Memorial Day Getaway!

Saturday, May 23, 2009
Celebrity Gossip: Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens Memorial Day Getaway!

Jetting out of town ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens were spotted at LAX Airport in Los Angeles, California on Friday (May 22).

Looking quite fashionable in a Dr.Slump ARALE Chan Angel Wings hat, Miss Hudgens snapped up shots with her camera as the two passed by paparazzi on the way tot he security checkpoint.

And while the “High School Musical” co-star lovers are spending the long weekend out of town, Zac has already scheduled his plans for next weekend - as he’ll be presenting an award to Ben Stiller at the 2009 MTV Movie Awards.

As previously reported, Stiller will be receiving MTV’s Generation Award, of which the “Night at the Museum” funnyman told press: “I am honored to be getting the ‘Generation Award. I was given my first show at MTV, and also canceled for the first time. I also was secretly having an affair with JJ Jackson, so it brings back pleasant memories.”

Celeb Reese Witherspoon is Fit and Fabulous

Celebrity Gossip: Celeb Reese Witherspoon is Fit and Fabulous

Getting in a pre-weekend workout, Reese Witherspoon was spotted leaving a Burn 60 Pilates gym in Brentwood after taking a class on Friday (May 22).

According to a paparazzo source on the scene, the “Legally Blonde” beauty was training with boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal, although the two left in separate vehicles.

Aside from putting in her fair share of time at the gym, Reese is also said to have become a fan of a new cookie product designed to help to stop signs of ageing.

With Courteney Cox and Renee Zellweger also among the brand’s fans, Borba’s DeLuscious Vitamin Enhanced Cookies are said to contain “acai, which is said to help fine lines and wrinkles, and hence eating them will apparently make you look younger.”

Celeb Kate Gosselin is Not Giving Up Hope

Celebrity Gossip: Celeb Kate Gosselin is Not Giving Up Hope

It’s no secret that she and her family are going through turmoil, but that will not stop Kate Gosselin from giving up hope.

The mother of eight admits on a new clip from her show, “Jon & Kate Plus 8,” that “everything’s falling apart” in her marriage and that she feels “like the world is sitting on my shoulders.”

To make matters worse, viewers will notice that Jon and Kate sit separately in the upcoming testimonials, unlike prior seasons where the couple sat together.

And though things aren’t looking so hot for the Gosselins, Kate explains, “I will not give up. I will not lay down and die.”

The new season begins airing on May 25.

Redmond O’Neal Gets New Court Date for His Drug Charges

Hollywood News: Redmond O’Neal Gets New Court Date for His Drug Charges

Hitting the courthouse in cuffs and a blue jumpsuit, Redmond O’Neal attended a hearing at the Santa Clarita courthouse on Friday (May 22).

According to breaking reports, the 24-year-old son of Ryan O’Neal and Farrah Fawcett has been ordered to appear back in court on July 9th for a preliminary hearing on charges of drug possession.

And while his circumstances aren’t ideal, Redmond did appear to be handling the situation with good humor - as he was spotted laughing at the clamoring photogs snapping up his picture upon taking his seat next to his lawyer.

The charges stem from an April incident, during which time Redmond is suspected of taking heroin into a Los Angeles area jail facility. He has since been moved from the Twin Towers Correctional Facility to the Pitchess Detention Center.

Natalie Cole Loses Sister During Kidney Surgery

Hollywood News: Natalie Cole Loses Sister During Kidney Surgery

Our hearts go out to her and we hope Natalie Cole is able to cope peacefully during this difficult time.

According to reports, the “Unforgettable” singer, who struggles with kidney disease, was with her cancer-stricken sister, Carole “Cookie” Cole when she received a call saying that a donor kidney was available to save Natalie’s life.

Natalie’s other sister, Timolin Cole, tells the New York Post, “She said, ‘What do you mean? I can’t deal with that right now! I’m here with my dying sister!’ ” But the doctor insisted that Natalie be at Cedars Sinai hospital within two hours.

Cookie, who had been diagnosed with lung cancer just the week before, died during Natalie’s surgery, Timolin said. “This is all so surreal, and it is devastating.”

May Cookie rest in peace

Michelle Williams and Matilda Ledger at Cafe for Outing

Hollywood News: Michelle Williams and Matilda Ledger at Cafe for Outing

Looking in high spirits, Michelle Williams laughed and waved as her daughter Matilda Ledger was carried around on a friends shoulders on their way to get a morning coffee in New York City on Friday (May 22).

Joining in on the fun were Michelle’s mother, Carla, and a nanny, with the group roaming the Big Apple streets ahead of the Memorial Day weekend holiday.

The group outing comes during a break from filming for Michelle, who has been shooting scenes for “Blue Valentine” alongside Ryan Gosling over the past few days.

It also happens to be the very same day as the Cannes Film Festival premiere of Matilda’s father Heath Ledger’s final movie, “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus”.

Celeb Amanda Bynes Pretties Up for the Long Weekend

Celebrity Gossip: Celeb Amanda Bynes Pretties Up for the Long Weekend

Touching up her skin tone ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, Amanda Bynes was spotted out at the tanning salon on Melrose Blvd on Thursday (May 21).

The “Hairspray” hottie looked cute in a short white dress as she toted her cell phone and bag in-hand, making her way out to her BMW SUV before pulling away.

Meanwhile, Miss Bynes seems to be eyeing the possibility of starring alongside Chace Crawford in the upcoming remake of “Footloose”.

But it sounds as if the competition for the role of young Hollywood starlet Ariel Moore is quite fierce, as Hayden Panettiere, Julianne Hough and Miley Cyrus have all been mentioned as possibilities.

Celeb Amy Winehouse Cancels London Comeback Show

Celebrity Gossip: Celeb Amy Winehouse Cancels London Comeback Show

Once again causing disappointment amongst her fans, Amy Winehouse has pulled the plug on her British comeback gig due to ill health.

The “Rehab” crooners management released a statement which regretfully announced that Miss Winehouse won’t be playing at London’s Shepherd’s Bush Empire on Sunday (May 31).

The statement read: “Amy would like to apologize to her fans who bought tickets,” adding that refunds could be had at point of purchase.

Meanwhile, Amy was hospitalized while staying in St Lucia last week, during which time she was said to be “complaining of chest pains.”