Monday, September 1, 2014

Jimi Jamison: Survivor Lead Singer Dies At 63


Jimi Jamison -- who was the lead singer for the bands Cobra and Survivor -- passed away Sunday night. He was 63.

Jamison's booking agent, Sally Irwin, tells sources that Jamison died of a heart attack. He had just performed with the band Saturday night in Northern California.

Jamison joined Survivor in 1984 (after their smash hit "Eye of the Tiger") but was the lead singer on other classic songs like, "The Moment of Truth" (from "The Karate Kid"), "The Search Is Over," and "Is This Love."

Jamison did sing a later Rocky classic -- the workout playlist staple ... "Burning Heart" from "Rocky IV."



Jamison was also the co-writer and vocalist for the song "I'm Always Here" ... the theme song from "Baywatch."

Joan Rivers Being Brought Out of Medically-Induced Coma

 

Doctors have started to bring Joan Rivers out of the medically-induced coma she was placed in following her hospitalization on Aug. 28, amid fears that she could be left in a vegetative state, a new report claims.


Joan Rivers’ family is waiting to see how the 81-year-old comedian responds after doctors started trying to pull her out of a medically-induced coma on Aug. 31, according to a new report. The comedian was rushed to the hospital after she stopped breathing during surgery on her vocal chords and went into cardiac arrest. Since then, she’s been dependent on life support treatment.

Doctors at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City began to lift Joan from her medically induced coma on Aug. 31, New York Daily News reports.

“The waking-up process has begun and will take until Tuesday,” a source told the outlet. “There is real concern that the part of the brain that controls motor skills may have been compromised, leaving her as either a vegetative state or in a wheelchair.”

Celebrity Nude Photo Leak: The FBI Is On The Case

 

The celebrity nude photo leak scandal has reached a boiling point ... and now the FBI is getting involved.

In a statement released Monday afternoon, a spokesperson for the FBI said, "The FBI is aware of the allegations concerning computer intrusions and the unlawful release of material involving high profile individuals, and is addressing the matter. Any further comment would be inappropriate at this time."

Jennifer Lawrence and Kate Upton -- the two most prominent names in the leak -- have both expressed interest in pursuing legal action in the matter.

An Apple spokesperson told Recode.net they are "active investigating" whether or not their iCloud system was hacked as part of this leak.

Kirsten Dunst became the latest celeb featured in the leak to comment via Twitter, placing the blame squarely on Apple's shoulders (while also acknowledging the photos are real). She simply wrote, "Thank you iCloud."

50 Cent: I Bought My 2-Year-Old a Mercedes Benz


50 Cent and his son Sire now have matching rides ... after 50 surprised him on his 2nd birthday with a miniature motorized Mercedes ML450 SUV.

According to sources, 50 surprised his boy in Los Angeles this weekend with the sweet little car, which 50 picked out himself.

We're told the two spent the weekend together eating lots of birthday cake and 50 footed the bill for his big party on Monday.

‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’ Rises to No. 1 In China


Caesar crossed the Rubicon and headed straight for China this weekend, as “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” topped the foreign box office.

The post-apocalyptic thriller hasn’t snagged first place on the overseas charts since the end of July, but it was able to recapture the crown on the strength of its People’s Republic debut. The film took in $51.2 million from 29 territories, with $47 million of that coming from China.

“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” now commands a worldwide total of $613.4 million, roughly $130 million more than its predecessor, “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” made during its entire global run. It has two more openings on the books; Japan and Venezuela in September.

Sliding in at number two was “Lucy.” The Scarlett Johansson thriller racked up $31.2 million to bring its global haul to $269.4 million.

Get a Sneak Peek At Nicky Hilton's New Fashion Bible, "365 Style"


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Nicky Hilton is sharing the inside secrets of the fashion world.

The newly-engaged fashionista releases her new book, "365 Style" on Tuesday -- and we've got a sneak peek at few tips from Hilton herself.

The fashion guide is full of tricks, tips and other insider info Nicky has picked up during her time in the industry and aims to not only show readers how to get her style, but also figure out their own.

"I'm looking forward to New York Fashion Week, especially to share my new book, 365 Style, which explores creating your signature style," Nicky said. "The book was born out of my love for fashion. I've been fortunate to have worked with top fashion designers, even designing my own collections."

"My vision is to share what I've learned over the years to make fashion more affordable and accessible for everyone," she adds -- and that starts with the price of the book, which can be purchased for $21.95 on her personal website.

And though she's all about finding style on a budget, there's one money-saving option that's a big no-no for her.

"My mother has really drilled this rule into me and I stand by it wholeheartedly. It is unfair to buy an exact replica or knockoff of anything," she writes in "365 Style." "It really is stealing when people manufacture knockoffs and it takes jobs away from those who could benefit from being employed by real-deal designers."

"If you truly love something that is out of your budget, keep an eye on eBay or check in regularly on consignment shops for a secondhand option," she suggests. "Be sure to always check a seller's history to ensure that the seller has a decent reputation."

Check out more tips for your wallet when "365 Style" hits bookstores and on Amazon on Tuesday, September 2.

Beyonce And Jay Z Look Drunk In Love At Made In America Concert


In the midst of some serious split allegations, Beyonce and Jay Z as they were spotted on Sunday night slow dancing backstage at the Budweiser Made In America Festival, which is an annual music fest that takes place in Philadelphia and Los Angeles. The concert featured Kanye West, Rita Ora, John Mayer and Weezer -- but Jay and Bey's lovey dovey show is certainly the most notable.

In the pics, the music man's arms are wrapped around his famous wife as she clutches a frothy beverage at the Los Angeles concert. They certainly appear happy as can be! But appearances can be deceiving ...

They've been pulling out the big guns recently to prove to the world they're still crazy in love with each other. Last week they toted Blue Ivy around at the VMAs, this week it's these seemingly "candid" photos of the "happy" couple -- we just think it's all a bit calculated.

Everyone seems to have an opinion on the Jay and Bey split rumors. B's estranged father Mathew Knowles
went on the air during Houston-based radio station 104.1's The Roula And Ryan Show and claimed the A-list duo started divorce rumors to help boost ticket sales for their On The Run tour.

Mathew, who is his daughter's ex manager, claimed the rumors were circulating "to ignite that tour." He added: "It’s called a Jedi mind trick. The Jedi mind trick fools you a lot of times."