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It's Friday: let's take it way back. 

God love LL (Lord knows ladies do), but am I the only one who feels like a few years back, his face started looking unnaturally smooth? I guess that's a silly thing to wonder about, since I should probably be spending my time looking at his shirtless chest. Whatevs. I'm just sayin'. I still love him, though, cause of my shout-out in "Around the Way Girl." Shut up, yes he's talking to me. Even if I was only ten years old at the time and living in Germany.

In any case, he's coming out with a new album called Exit 13, which will feature cameos from Method Man, Wyclef Jean, KRS-One, and apparently Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora have even collaborated with him on a remix of the single "Baby."

LL is making big promises on this album saying, "This thing is gonna be a whole other level of dedication, commitment, creativity--this isn't the little independent movie, this is the big summer blockbuster."

Yes, Christie Brinkley used to be queen of the Hamptons, but now that she is busy with a dirty divorce trial it looks like Kelly Ripa might be aiming to take her place. The morning show host is on the cover of July's Hamptons magazine and enjoyed herself at a party last night in New York City to celebrate.

Kelly is always budging in, picking off those who are going through a rough time and taking their jobs. Ask Kathy-Lee Gifford. Poor woman wouldn't shut up about her good ol' days while on Celebrity Family Feud this week.

While at the event Kelly told reporters who asked about future daddy Clay Aiken, "It's great. I think he'll be a great father."  Guess Kelly must have finally gotten over this little dramatic episode.

Click any of the photos to view the entire gallery of photos of Kelly Ripa with her husband Mark Consuelos.

TV One Access has selected its 16 Sexiest Black Women Alive. Despite spending most of the year looking like she was about to explode, Halle Berry was chosen to top the list.

But TV One doesn't think that good looks are what makes their choices sexy. "The women selected as our 16 sexiest black women aren't just pretty faces. Each one of them is uniquely talented, strong-minded and self-assured," said the program's senior producer. Other woman chosen for the list include Tyra Banks and Paula Patton.

I guess anyone who can star in a movie like Catwoman and continue her acting career must have some sort of unique talent.

Click any of the photos to view the entire gallery of photos of Halle Berry pics.

Is Cameron Diaz getting a sexy roommate? Reports are saying that British model Paul Sculfor might be moving into her California home. Didn't they start dating last month? What are they - lesbians? Christ, I bet Portia and Ellen waited at least two months before they picked out plates down at the Crate & Barrel.

Cameron and Paul have been spending every night together," source tells In Touch, "He doesn't have a house in LA and Cameron doesn't mind him staying with her."

Sculfor does have a home in Britain, but apparently he's allowed to keep his toothbrush and a fresh pair at Cammy's place. His ex Jennifer Aniston used to make his ass stay in hotels and then have to run over for a booty call or to look at the latest ripped up bloody magazine photo of Angelina Jolie that she added to "Angelina's Imminent Death Room."

Is he going to mind the veritable daisy chain of men she has running through that place?

Click any of the photos to view the entire gallery of 20 photos of Cameron Diaz and Paul Sculfor.

And I don't mean Valerie Harper's! I miss that family. It's where Jason Bateman really shined. Linda Hogan is claiming that her anabolic ex Hulk Hogan is stalking her trashy ass. Yeah and the son's currently getting stuffed like a Xmas turkey in jail and the daughter looks like what happens when that guy at work suddenly decides to get the change and wants you to call him "Brooke." They need to start over.

Linda, who is currently dating an 18-year-old from the School for the Blind, filed court documents on June 30 in an attempt to get Hulk Hogan off her ass. The documents claim that Hulk "relentlessly and methodically" follows her ass, "causing her anxiety and fear for her safety at all times." They also say that he's violent and could attack her.

"Linda Bollea's allegations are pure fantasy, in line with her recent 911 call that has been widely played in the media," Hulk's lawyer countered.

Keep in mind that Linda FOLLOWED Hulk while calling 911 claiming he was FOLLOWING HER. How the operator didn't laugh and hang up, I will never know.

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Free Music in New York City  [Cityrag]
Kim Kardashian Out with Her Bush  [Pacific Coast News Online]
Ed Harris is a Tough Guy  [IDLYITW]
Eddie Murphy's Head is Really Huge  [Hollywood Rag]
I Survived 'I Survived a Japanese Game Show.'  [B-Side Blog]

Jay-Z was the special guest at a private party in London last night. Hova was joined by celebrity guests such as icon of sanity Naomi Campbell at a party at 17 Berkeley St. We're giving you the address in case you want to stop by and see if there's any canapes or extra champs left over. Enjoy!

There didn't seem to be many other celebs. Some British dude named Danny Cipriani was hopping around on crutches. He must have pissed off Naomi somehow.

Where was Beyonce? It's not a party without her thickness.

As you may recall, Jay-Z was in England to play the Glastonbury Festival to piss off Oasis. I wouldn't worry about it, I think they're playing at casinos in Blackpool now. Ooh, J. Harvey does local Brit humor! Sorry, humour! Wot?

Click any of the photos to view the entire gallery of 20+ photos of Jay-Z, Naomi Campbell and Danny Cipriani.

Jake Gyllenhaal is in England with lady-friend Reese Witherspoon where he is preparing for his next movie role. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time has a hairy Jake riding horses (which I'm sure Reese loves) and training for battle scenes.

The title of the movie sounds like the next big historical action, complete with room for a sequel or two. I'm not complaining though. I'll be happy as long as there are topless scenes ala Troy or 300. Jake's pecs look better than ever under that T-shirt!

Click any of the photos to view the entire gallery of 19 photos of Jake Gyllenhaal and his sword.