Cassandra Rose is a freelance writer and an avid bibliophile with a B.A. from Rutgers University in English and Medieval Studies. On the rare occasion that real life isn't getting in the way, she spends her free time being snarky under the Twitter handle yrchmonger and contributing to the literary blog Bibliomantics. She currently lives in New Jersey where she was raised on a steady diet of Mel Brooks, British comedies and pop culture.
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Chris Brown’s Hit-and-Run Case Dismissed
Chris Brown was facing some potential jail time in a hit and run case, in which it was alleged that he left the scene of an accident without giving proper identification -- which Brown denies, seeing as he complained on Twitter that he did indeed give her his driver's license information.
But because this is Chris Brown, and because he must have caught a leprechaun at some point in his life, his g
Paula Deen Wins Racial Discrimination Lawsuit
Food Network star Paula Deen found herself under fire when allegations of racism and sexual harassment came to light from a recent deposition. In turn she lost her job and was unable to save face, even with a strange series of apology videos and asking people to throw rocks at her.
Yet after all that, the judge has thrown out the claim filed against Deen for some intriguing reasons.
Katy Perry’s Promotional Truck Hit By Drunk Driver
The gold truck that Katy Perry hired to promote her upcoming album, 'Prism,' was hit by a drunk semi-truck driver.
Lady Gaga Goes Completely Nude to Practice ‘The Abramovic Method’ [NSFW VIDEO]
Lady Gaga is known for being the Queen of Weird, and she just added to her title by going on a three-day retreat to upstate New York with performance artist Marina Abramovic to film this video. You may also know Abramovic from the Jay Z 'Picasso Baby' six-hour performance art lip sync.
Did Justin Bieber Direct His Bodyguards to Beat Up a Guy?
Cops are busy investigating that brawl at the South Pointe nightclub in Southhampton, N. Y., in which Justin Bieber and his crew engaged in a messy fight with a club attendee.
Not many details were clear previously, but now it's being reported that the police are looking into whether or not the Biebs ordered his security guards to beat up 22-year-old Wayne Rennalls over a waitress and a bow tie fr
Usher’s Ex-Wife Seeking Custody of Children After 5-Year Old Son Is Hospitalized
Earlier today, we told you about a horrifying event in which Usher's son Usher Raymond V got his arm trapped in a pool drain and was rushed to the ER after he was finally freed from the harrowing situation. He is currently in the ICU and is expected to recover.
In light of these events, Usher's ex-wife, Tameka -- mother to Usher Raymond V -- is seeking sole custody of their two kids.
Miley Cyrus Claims Britney Spears Is the Only One Who Understands Her
Miley Cyrus has been acting out a bit lately, but according to the singer herself, it's okay because you're supposed to be a mess in your 20s. Case in point? Her supposed bestie, Britney Spears, who had her own trouble in her younger (and more prone to getting a drastic haircut) days.
Now Miley is saying the two have bonded over their constant media scrutiny, and she's glad to have a friend who ge
‘Big Brother’ Contestant Amanda Zuckerman Adds Fuel to the Fire With Racist Comments [NSFW VIDEO]
'Big Brother' is on its 15th season, but unfortunately for the show it will probably go down in history as the most insensitive season ever, with contestants Aaryn Gries and GinaMarie Zimmerman being at the forefront of the racism controversy. Zimmerman even lost her job back at home because of it.
Judge Orders Lindsay Lohan to Undergo More Therapy
Lindsay Lohan may be officially out of her court-mandated rehab, but she's not completely out of the woods yet. She still has community service and plenty of required therapy to complete before she's off the hook.
Guess the Celebrity Crib
If you have 10 million or so burning a hole in your pocket, this picturesque house currently owned by an Academy Award winner could be yours. Just try not to cry over the huge price tag, boys.
Lindsay Lohan Released From Rehab [VIDEO]
Callooh! Callay! After a 90-day court-ordered stint in rehab, Lindsay Lohan is back among the (law-abiding) living.
Today in Lindsay Lohan: More Time in Rehab + A Guest-Hosting Gig on ‘Chelsea Lately’
Lindsay Lohan's mandatory time in rehab draws to a close tomorrow (July 31), but La Lohan will apparently stick around an additional few days of her own volition, purportedly to make transitioning to the outside world a bit easier.
But when she does leave, she'll certainly jump into the deep end of the pool: She's been confirmed as a guest host on Chelsea Handler's late night talk show 'Chelsea La
Nicki Minaj Finally Responds to DJ Khaled’s ‘Proposal’ [AUDIO]
In a new radio interview, Nicki Minaj finally got around to addressing DJ Khaled, who recently took to MTV -- big honking ring in hand -- to propose to Minaj. And her response to the whole thing didn't include that rumored restraining order.
Jay Z’s ‘Performance Art’ Now an HBO Film With Judd Apatow + Alan Cumming [VIDEO]
Jay Z (formerly Jay-Z) recently lip-synced the song 'Picasso Baby' off his new album 'Magna Carta Holy Grail' in a gallery for six hours straight and called it "performance art." Now you can call it something else: an HBO film entitled 'Picasso Baby: A Performance Art Film.'
Bonus: Much like 'Hot Tub Time Machine' or 'Snakes on a Plane,' you immediately know what it's about.
Nicki Minaj Responds to DJ Khaled’s Proposal With an Alleged Restraining Order
In a bizarre and creepy turn of events, DJ Khaled proposed to Nicki Minaj (who wasn't even in the room) during a recent appearance on MTV, complete with a $500K engagement ring. Now Minaj might have responded -- by slapping him with a restraining order.
Except probably not.
Of Course Kanye West Won’t Be Prosecuted for Attacking That Photographer
Turns out Kanye West, who recently attacked yet another paparazzo (one who wanted to sue him this time), won't be prosecuted for his actions. And none of it has to do with the fact that no one knows what his actions ever are.
The Royal Baby Finally Has a Name
Attention, peasants of earth: Prince William and Kate Middleton's baby hath now been blessed with a name of tradition and bore: George Alexander Louis.
So we definitely lost in the betting pool with our Prince George Michael guess. On the plus side, we no longer have to call him the Royal Baby.
Amanda Bynes Could Be Schizophrenic + Her Parents Are Seeking Conservatorship
Amanda Bynes was placed under an involuntary 5150 psychiatric hold after setting fire to a stranger's driveway in Los Angeles on Monday night (July 22) -- and now that doctors have had time to take a look at her, they've decided she may need serious help.
Ya think?
Bruce Willis Gave a Super Awkward Interview That Made Everyone Cringe [VIDEO]
Bruce Willis recently went on a London radio station to talk about his new action-movie 'RED 2,' but things didn't turn out quite so well. In fact, his interviewer later called it "the most awkward interview ever" because the 58-year-old actor couldn't seem to remember that he was there for, well, an interview.
Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty in Hit and Run Case
Chris Brown pleaded not guilty yesterday (July 23) to the hit and run case that caused his probation -- in conjunction with his 2009 attack on then-girlfriend Rihanna -- to be revoked.