Star Jones
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"I'm not ashamed that I need glasses for distance. I did not feel like I needed to have all of that hair, which was typical Star Jones, or the extra lashes or the heavy makeup."
- Star Jones, on Star Jones

"If things go well and we get married, I'm going to be smart this time and I'm going to have him sign a prenup and if we get divorced, I'll get half his allowance."
- Paula Abdul, about younger boyfriend JT Torregiani

"I'm just hoping people do get it and don't truly think that I do sunbathe in high heels and a bikini and a full face of makeup."
- Victoria Beckham, on her "Posh" image

"It's weird, it's weird. I don't wear rings... The only ring that I was wearing is our championship rings, but you only wear that maybe two times, three maybe. So I have to get used to it."
- Tony Parker, on wearing a wedding ring now that he's married to Eva Longoria

"Funny is key. Funny, silly, someone who doesn't take themselves seriously, someone who can be ridiculous. That's the most attractive thing."
- Jessica Biel, on the kind of man she goes for

"Truth be told, I worry that the Simpsons-writing portion of my brain has been destroyed after 14 years of talking to Lindsay Lohan and that guy from One Tree Hill, so maybe it's all for the best."
- Former Simpsons writer Conan O'Brien, on not being asked to participate in the big-screen version of the animated show

"You know how people ask, 'Who is the love of your life?' God, I hope I haven't met that person yet, in a way, because I'm single. I hope I haven't had that, since that would be sad."
- Winona Ryder

"This is an outrage."
- Tina Fey, on her show, 30 Rock, scoring 10 Emmy nominations

"I've actually rented Björk's swan dress. I know that's kind of recycling, but I saw An Inconvenient Truth.
- The Office star Rainn Wilson (below), on what he plans to wear to the Emmys

Saturday marked the 133th running of the Kentucky Derby, and the stars flocked to the home state of Tara Conner to enjoy some mint juleps, horse racing and outlandish outfits.

Below (left), we see happy new dad Larry Birkhead with two women, who have been identified as Priscilla Barnstable and Patricia Barnstable Brown. Think he's shopping around for new mothers for Dannielynn? Either way, there's no doubt that Larry's lookin' sharp.

To Larry's right, we have Kid Rock, who always feels at home in the south and in new girlfriend May Andersen. In addition to rocking a super-cool hat and shirt, Kid took some time out to publicly diss Kevin Federline during an interview.

Elsewhere, Star Jones and her husband, Al Reynolds, took in the events, looking happy and almost normal by her standards. If she's going to bust out a ridiculous hat, at least Star picked an appropriate event with the Kentucky Derby.

Lastly, we have O.J. Simpson. We can't really see what he's wearing at the Derby, but we chose to include him because: 1. He was at the event. 2. It's nice to see that known murderers who will one day rot in the fiery pits of hell can at least enjoy the sport of kings.

Which Kentucky Derby outfit is your favorite?

It's not always so easy to see the error of your ways. Look at how long it took Stavros Niarchos to stop dating Paris Hilton.

Or Tara Conner to realize that cocaine, alcohol and representing your country as a young, hot woman just don't mix.

Fortunately, most people do come around eventually. And, by the look of this picture below, it appears as though Al Reynolds has finally realized that he married Star Jones. It's okay, Al. You were probably blinded by The View before.

But take a look at that blubbery arm now! The flesh is looser than Lindsay Lohan...

The not-at-all happy couple is celebrating Jones' birthday with a bunch of people who must have showed up at the wrong party. We're assuming guests here would prefer to have atttended the bash for Lauren Conrad instead.

Oh well. You can't get everything you want. As Reynolds now knows. After all, he probably wants a wife who isn't ugly and self-serving.

We thought it was crazy enough that Heather Mills was asked to appear on Dancing with the Stars. Why give publicity to a one-legged, former call girl that's trying to steal millions of dollars from a music legend?

But that was nothing compared to other recent television show news: Court TV has hired Star Jones to appear on screens across the country.

The former co-host of The View makes Rosie O'Donnell seem tolerable. And Janice Dickinson look attractive.

Anway, here's a photo of the supposedly new, improved and smart Star compared to the glamorous one from 2006. We think they're both frightening. 

Here's a Matthew McConaughey picture to look at as you decide which image of Jones is scarier. We don't want you to forget that there are hot people out there, too.

Looks like Star Jones doesn't get killed during her upcoming stint on Law & Order.

After her famous exit from The View last June, the former legal prosecutor will re-surface on Court TV hosting a daily program that is expected to launch this summer. Seems like almost as good an idea as a Lauren Conrad fashion line.

The show, which has not yet been named, will connect the worlds of criminal justice with pop culture, the cable network said Wednesday. In other words: you're about to be a star again, Jason Wahler!

For Reynolds it's a homecoming: She began her TV career as a legal commentator on Court TV in 1991, before joining the ABC gabfeft when it started in 1997. She was then thrown away like a used tissue once Rosie O'Donnell was hired.

"The public is fascinated by the intersection of the legal world and the pop-culture world, and we hope to tap into that fascination as part of our overall strategy to broaden the appeal of the network's daytime lineup," Steve Koonin, president of Court TV's parent, Turner Entertainment Networks, said in a statement.

It's safe to assume that Lil Kim will be included somewhere in the opening credits.

The second part of Law & Order SVU stands for "Special Victims Unit."

For one night in May, however, it'll stand for "Star Vehicle Outrage." Why such a confusing, punny acronym? Because none other than Star Jones will be guest-starring on the drama.

The former co-host of The View - who was replaced by Rosie O'Donnell and then scarcely heard from again ... thank goodness - will appear on the show as a lawyer. Also making a cameo on that episode will be rapper Ludacris. Make any connection you see fit there.

Does Jones have any acting experience, you may wonder? About as much as Heidi Montag. But that hasn't stopped the latter from making a name for herself on the small screen.

In the end, The Hollywood Gossip staff wouldn't have cast Jones as a lawyer. In this particular show, we'd have hoped she'd emulate the recent actions of Nicole Richie and end up as the victim with which the unit must deal.

There is good news and bad news for fans of The View:

We'll start with the good: Rosie O'Donnell is back from her vacation. Actually, some viewers may take that as bad. Let's try again:

Sherri Shepherd will reportedly be joining the program as its permanent fifth co-host. She's pretty funny. Not as funny as Jessica Simpson and other celebs look in huge sunglasses. But still funny.

Now for the bad news: Shepherd looks eerily similar to the demonic woman she's replacing, Star Jones. Take a look below and see for yourselves.

But consider yourself warned, Sherri: If you actually act like Star, we're trading you to England for Leona Lewis and two packets of Earl Grey.

Okay, the staff at The Hollywood Gossip may have editorialized that headline a bit. But it's not so far from the truth.

Star Jones-Reynolds, who was asked to leave The View in June, is owning up to her reputation as a diva â€" and tells Extra she's learning from her mistakes.

"I've earned that diva image. It's not something that I can hide from," she said. "I admit sometimes I have enjoyed the celebrity more than I should have. It was well-earned, but it's softened now."

Among the annoyoing, self-cented stunts she pulled on The View, Reynolds shilled for free products for her wedding to Al Reynolds in November 2004. Rosie O'Donnell may hate Asians, but she certainly isn't a shill.

Indeed, she told People magazine in July that she "believed the hype" about herself.

"I was on a hit show, doing (ads for) Payless; I was getting my health together; I met Al. I started to think, 'Oooo, I got it going on!' Now I know: Everything I had was a gift."

Jones, who wrote the self-help memoir Shine: A Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Journey to Finding Love, says she is changing her ways.

"I am rejoicing in learning from my mistakes and missteps and trips and falls," she explains. "I've learned that sometimes modesty and humility shows the most strength and courage. That's the Star that you see right now."

Hey, Star, as long as you're speaking in the third person, you're the Star we've always seen. Perhaps you should speak to George Clooney and see whay humility actually sounds like.

It's a good thing no one realy listens to the radio anymore - because that's where you'll soon be able to find Star Jones Reynolds again.

The useless talk show host and mind-numbing lawyer, who has been keeping a low profile since her public ousting from The View this summer, is about to get back on the air for a brief radio stint.

"I am very excited to let you know that for three days next week (Monday, Dec. 18 through Wednesday, Dec. 20), I will be hosting a three-hour radio program for the Radio One broadcasting network," Star said.

She then went on to beg for fans, similarly to how the Asian community has begged for the head of her replacement, Rosie O'Donnell.

"We've got news, information, entertainment, law special celebrity guests, etc. Now I need you to know that I cannot do this without you. I want you to join me by listening and calling in with your questions and thoughts, as well as experiences."

Here are questions for you, Star: how come ratings on The View have soared since your departure? Do you think Kelly Ripa is homophobic?

And is there any way K-Fed actually hooked up with Jennifer Aniston?

We enjoy picking the minds of our readers. For example, how much would you pay to go on a date with Petra Nemcova, Jessica Biel or Eva Longoria?

As you ponder that question, weigh this one, as well: Which of the following items are funnier?

• Star Jones planning her own talk show; or Al Reynolds planning an autobiography?

It's a tough one, we know. The married couple has moved out of New York City and is currently residing in Miami as each tries to get his/her life in order.

As the deposed co-host on The View, Jones seems to think people care one iota about anything she has to say. Or maybe she just assumes that her skin color and body type will lead to Oprah-like success.

Meanwhile, Reynolds is reportedly trying to come up with material for an autobiography. It's gonna be a challenge. Peter Sarsgaard has led a more interesting life.

According to the New York Post, Star and Al are annoying. No, that's not right. They're actually just trying to "escape the pressure of New York."

And who can blame them? It's stressful being an ignored couple in a big city.