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It's official: Kara DioGuardi is out at American Idol. The former judge confirmed her long-rumored departure on Friday, releasing a statement that read: "I felt like I won the lottery when I joined American Idol two years ago, but I feel like now is the best time to leave Idol. I am very proud to have been associated with American Idol -- it has truly been an amazing experience."

Show creator Simon Fuller added, "I will miss having her on the show, but I look forward to working with her in music for many years to...

WHOOPI GOLDBERG'S SHOPPING SPREE AT THE NBA STORE: Whoopi Goldberg got a little retail therapy at the NBA store this past weekend. According to The New York Post's Page Six, Whoopi dropped $5,000 at the NBA store. She was reportedly with a group of young relatives at the basketball outlet store and blew $2,300 on a life sized photo of Michael Jordan.

VENUS TURNS HEADS ONCE AGAIN AT U.S. OPEN: People are once again talking about tennis star Venus Williams' outfits on the court at this year's U.S. Open. According to...

The former TV producer who tried to blackmail David Letterman has been released from jail after serving four months of a six-month sentence. Robert "Joe" Halderman pleaded guilty to attempted grand larceny after he was accused of demanding $2 million from Letterman to keep from revealing personal information about the Late Show host's sexual relationships.

Although Halderman's time at New York's Riker's Island was reduced due to good behavior, he must still complete 1,000 hours of community service. His lawyer...

Reports that Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino is making $5 million this year must not be far from the truth as the reality star just shelled out $100,000 for a 2008 Bentley coup.

The Situation will have some stylish company on the road: TMZ reports that his brother/manager, Marc Sorrentino, got a slightly less-expensive 2008 Bentley. The cars were reportedly both paid for by the brothers' company, MPS Entertainment.

Before their rides are ready to hit the road, TMZ reports that the guys are getting custom rims...

BRYAN CRANSTON HOSTING 'SNL': Three time Emmy-winner Bryan Cranston has landed a new job -- SNL host. The actor announced that he'll host the show on October second -- marking his first appearance on the program.

'AMERICAN IDOL' WRAPPING UP AUDTIONS IN L.A.: American Idol has announced that its final audition city for season ten will be Los Angeles. The Idol crew will be in L.A. on September 22nd to search for its next star. Executive producer Ken Warwick said, "This summer we have had an exceptional turnout --...

Actress Paula Patton has been cast in the new Mission: Impossible movie. According to Deadline.com, the actress beat out several Hollywood actresses to star as a young operative working with Tom Cruise.

Patton and Cruise join returning actors Ving Rhames and Simon Pegg along with new-to-the-franchise actor Jeremy Renner. Cameras start rolling this fall.

Mission Impossible is planned for a December 16, 2011 release.

Jennifer Aniston has reportedly stooped to an all-time dating low. RadarOnline.com reports that the 41-year-old actress recently went on a date with 29-year-old Harry Morton -- best known for dating Lindsay Lohan. Yes, Jen is apparently getting Lindsay's sloppy seconds.

Radar claims that the "mystery man" Jen was recently seen flirting with over dinner, drinks and dessert is Morton, the founder of Pink Taco restaurant chains.

Witnesses said Jen looked "a little nervous, putting her hair up in a loose bun and...

KELLY OSBOURNE IS SUPER SKINNY! Kelly Osbourne is single and fabulous. The former reality star performed with the Pussycat Dolls burlesque troupe earlier this week, flaunting her svelte figure and sporting long, blonde hair extensions. She said after the performance, "It was so much fun but it was really hot in there!" Check out a picture of Kelly: http://tweetphoto.com/42767186

PARIS HILTON TWEETED COCAINE-PURSE PIC? Paris Hilton may have to back-track on her "the purse was not mine" defense for her recent cocaine...

After a month or so of rumors, it finally appears as though Jennifer Lopez could be named an American Idol judge. TMZ reports that she's in final negotations with execs and that she's the last piece of the puzzle.

Although the other official puzzle pieces remain unclear, sources say that despite reports, Lopez hasn't called for high demands; that it's "been typical negotiating." If it's true, expect the deal sealed next week. Insiders say that Lopez could be the ticket to bringing more life to the show.

HEARING DATE SET FOR JOE JACKSON'S ESTATE CASE: Michael Jackson's dad Joe is set to appear in court on October 6th to begin arguing that he deserves to receive monthly checks from MJ's estate. According to Eurweb.com, California's Second District Court of Appeal set the date yesterday (September 2nd). As previously reported, Michael's 2002 will did not include Joe and a ruling after the pop icon's death placed his attorney John Branca and family friend John McClain in charge of his affairs. Joe Jackson appealed the...