Celeb death hoaxes are fun... until a Kardashian gets hurt!

Last night tweeters around the world mad #Cher a trending topic, after one user tweeted a fake CNN story claiming the the 65-year-old singer passed away.

Less than an hour after the original "RIP Cher" was posted, Kim Kardashian was freaking out.

The reality star has over 12 million flowers, so when she asked:

"Did I just hear Cher has passed away? Is this real? OMG."

Over 12 million people started asking the same thing. The affect wasn't quite the same as Orson Welles' War of the Worlds radio show, HOWEVER people did lose their shit thinking Cher gone.

Kim "investigatory journalist" Kardshian did some digging and discovered elaborate joke. She told her millions:

"Can't believe people would make up a sick joke like Cher died. These people need to get a life! Thanks Twitter for clearing that up!"

There you have it!

Cher is alive, despite the fact that she hasn't posted on Twitter since last week.

[Image via Ramey Pix.]

And the bad-idea-of-the-week award goes to.....

To recap - the Doughtery Gang are a group of criminal siblings from Florida, consisting of 29-year-old Lee Grace Dougherty, 21-year-old Ryan Edward Dougherty, and 26-year-old half brother Dylan Dougherty Stanley.

Back in August, they went on a violent crime spree, and were finally caught after a 100 mph car chase in Colorado!

Now, we've learned that gangmember/sibling Dylan tried (and failed) to break out of jail, as described in a newly released prison document.

According to the doc, deputies found "a homemade knife and letter to the FBI in his cell." The letter read as follows:

"I have enjoyed staying here, so don't take any of this personal."

Ha! Apparently, the deputies also noticed that plumbing access had been "tampered with" in Dylan's cell, and that he had written another letter to his sister, which outlined his plan to "subdue the guards, steal their keys and escape with her."

Lee Grace goes on trial on Feb. 21 for attempted second-degree murder, assault, and other charges. Prosecutors in Florida are still deciding how to proceed with her brothers...although Dylan will face new counts of conspiracy to escape and possession of contraband for the escape plan.

Let's hope the Doughertys are able to stay out of trouble at least until their trials! Ugh.

P.S CLICK HERE to read up about the criminal spree of The Dougherty Gang AND to view some totally NSFW, nekkid pics of outlaw Lee Grace Dougherty!

Okay, this movie looks a little more appealing now.

At first we thought Mirror Mirror was going to fail in comparison to Snow White and the Huntsman's badass trailer, but now we're thinking this could be a fun family film, kinda like Enchanted.

Check out the international trailer that was just released (above) and ask yourself: "Mirror, mirror on the wall, does this make me want to see this movie at all?"

A death of a loved one can do irrefutable damage to some people.

The big question on everyone's mind following Demi Moore's emergency rush to the hospital earlier this week is "why?" Why would she be doing such harm to herself? Could it be because of her failed marriage? Did she just have to many past demons to face? One new report suggest that Demi's spiral can be attributed to the passing of a very important person in her life: her AA sponsor.

The reports have sprung up in the wake of learning that Demi is battling a very serious addition to Adderall and energy drinks. If her sponsor Pattsy Rugg were still alive, Demi might've had someone to guide her away from such harm. Then again, some suggest that Pattsy's death is actually the cause of Demi's spiral, as she has been distraught ever since.

We believe her death could play a part in all of this. Last year, at some function, Demi actually introduced Pattsy as her "mom," so they were clearly very close. But being a mom herself, we would think she would want to do what is best for her three kids ... and that means taking care of yourself.

Start taking care of yourself, Dems! It's what everyone wants. It's what Pattsy would've wanted.

[Image via WENN.]

Good riddance!!

Alex Da Silva, the slimy So You Think You Can Dance choreographer, has been sent to prison for raping a former dance student and assaulting another one.

He'll rot in there for a full ten years... we hope it's a full ten years anyways...

On top of that, he gets to register as a sex offender. GOOD! Hopefully women everywhere make sure to check those sites that show them where to be careful!

We just don't understand rape. We mean, we understand it takes a sick freak to enjoy it. But seriously, if anyone has any sort if interest in rape, they should get themselves checked out ASAP!

[Image via PNP/WENN.]

Sounds like they're gonna have to up that amount if they're trying to avoid lawsuits!

To recap - earlier this month, we heard the VERY upsetting news that a cruise ship carrying 4,000+ people ran aground off the coast of Italy.

Then we heard that the ship's captain Francesco Schettino was being held in jail for abandoning ship...and were disgusted to hear that the despicable man was trying to claim that he ACCIDENTALLY abandoned the ship! Boo!

Now, we've learned that Costa Cruises is offering survivors of the cruise ship disaster a lump sum of $14,400 (11,000 euros) each in compensation, which is meant to cover the following:

-Damage to and loss of property
-Psychological distress suffered
-Cruise cost + additional travel expenses

Injured passengers and the families of deceased passengers will receive separate agreements from the cruise line.

While this may sound like a reasonable number for SOME passengers, there are many who aren't satisfied.

Here's what passenger Jesus Garcia Heredia had to say about it:

"If we can reach an agreement, I am willing to agree not to sue, no problem, but not for 11,000 euros. I don't accept this. There was a lot of loss that day. We had it really bad there."

And here's more from passenger Mark Plath:

"Also, I helped people quite a bit, to calm down on the boat, as well as leading them to shore and to cars awaiting above, quite a while later. My wife assisted a lady with blood all over her face (my wife is a nurse)."

"I am not a fan of class-action lawsuits, but I think that Costa needs to take individual experiences and actions into account."

What do U think? Should the passengers each receive a more significant amount of compensation from the cruise line?

[Image via Guardia Costiera.]

Ha! Well, this is certainly an inneresting way to raise money!

The Congregration Beth Shalom, in Corona, cannot pay back a massive loan it took out, and has reached out to Mel Gibson to cover the costs - as a way to prove that he isn't Anti-Semitic!

The letter reads:

"Our proposal to you, Mr. Gibson, is since you have been cited as an Anti-Semitic, and have denied those allegations, what better way to prove to all your fans and the nay Sayers -- than to endorse and help raise funds for our cause -- SOS, Save Our Synagogue."

"Mr. Gibson, we offer you to be a Mensch and make a sizable contribution to our cause."

A rep for the temple later clarified:

"We weren't trying to shame Mel Gibson into giving us money. We are approaching many celebrities and people of the community as well. We thought because of his situation he would be very much interested in supporting our cause."

Somehow, we doubt that!

But hey! It was worth a shot, right?

Guess you're just going to have to resort to a good, old fashioned bake sale!

[Image via WENN.]

Lea Michele, the star of Glee, has just been announced as the new celebrity spokesmodel for Candie’s. As you may recall, our dear Britney Spears was named the Candie’s girl for 2009 AND 2010 and last year, Vanessa Hudgens was named as the Candie’s girl. This year, it’s all about Lea. Click below to check out some of her fun new Candie’s promo ads and check out a video interview with Lea on the set of the Candie’s photoshoot.

She plays the incredibly sweet Rachel Berry on hit TV show Glee. And for her latest photo shoot, Lea Michele can be seen modelling an array of adorable outfits her character would no doubt approve of. But the TV star, who is fronting the Spring 2012 campaign for fashion brand Candie’s, puts her own stamp on the images by adding some serious sex appeal. The 25-year-old can be seen channeling her inner domestic goddess in the series of photographs. In the kitchen she can be seen whipping up some pink cake mix while wearing a floral top and tiny blue shorts. She then heads to the wardrobe where she is seen perched on a table while surrounded by clothes, before slipping into a black and white striped dress to browse through an array of shoes. In one image the TV star relaxes on a sun lounger in a blue dress and pink and purple shoes, with a silver flower in her hair. Lea is joined by a black and white dog, who sits on the sunbed behind her, wearing a bright pink bow. The campaign also features some playful bedroom shots, where Lea is seen giggling as she reclines on pink satin sheets and furry pillows. And the actress manages to look both playful and glamorous in the collection of brightly coloured shoes and patterned dresses as she poses expertly for the camera. She follows in the footsteps of several stars as the face of the fashion brand, which is available exclusively at American department store Kohl’s. Vanessa Hudgens and Britney are just two of the all American girls who have featured as spokespeople for the label.

I mean … yeah, Candie’s hit the nail squarely on the head by picking Lea Michele to be their new spokesmodel. She’s fresh, young and talented … and she deffo has that “Candie’s look”. Here is video of Lea talking about her new role as Candie’s girl on the set of this photoshoot:

Now, I don’t expect Candie’s to pick Lea to be their spokesmodel for two years in a row like the did for Britney Spears … but I think Lea will do a great job as spokesmodel. I’m certain that all of her Glee fans will want to buy up these fun and affordable fashions so … it’s a win/win for everyone. She looks cute, don’t she? Do YOU think she’ll make a good Candie’s girl?

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Or so she says! Personally, we think Joan Rivers caught up with her and showed her who's boss! Ha!

We kid, we kid! Joan's too classy too result to violence. Plus, getting physical is never the answer.

Anyway, on this morning's broadcast of Live With Kelly, Chelsea Handler confirmed reports that she pAArtied so hard at New York's Provocateu club this week, she ended up in a back brace! Ouchie!

Even still, Chelsea managed to make it to the show and stay in good spirits. She even hinted that some other activity aside from dancing was the cause of her injury. How charming!

Check out the video (above) to hear Chelsea chat about her wild night out with Kelly Ripa.

Be still our beating a-mile-a-minute heart!

We know his character is a nasty piece of work whom we love hate for being so horrible to our beloved Kurt, but HOT DAMN, can Grant Gustin MOVE or what?!

Check out a new clip from Glee's upcoming Michael Jackson tribute episode, featuring the latest rival Warbler going head to head with Naya River during their rendition of Smooth Criminal (above)!

And yes! Those are our boys from 2Cellos providing musical accompaniment!

LOVE!