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He wasn't even on the show last night, but Bentley Williams still loomed large over The Bachelorette, as Ashley Hebert tried to move on from his sudden exit.

Two dozen references to that shady character aside, the show gave us a boilerplate, run-of-the-mill episode with Ashley continuing her quest for love.

Thailand was the scene of three fun dates, a lot of kissing, a charitable endeavor, the man-claws coming out, and some seriously bad weather.

 Not your typical group date, but certainly a rewarding one.

Save for a minor rule change by Ashley Hebert, there weren't too many surprises, as we're seen episodes like this many times and the favorites remain.

Will Ashley truly move on from Bentley and trust someone else? Eventually, you have to think so ... he doesn't win, after all. But she's not there yet.

The Bachelorette spoilers we've compiled offer hints on when Bentley returns (groan) as well as the final rose hopefuls, so check those out if you like.

Right now, let's break down last night's episode, the fourth of the season, THG style. Continue on for our patented +/- Bachelorette recap ...

Roland Martin may not think Tracy Morgan has to apologize for his anti-gay rhetoric last week, but the actor himself is sounding truly contrite about his infamous routine in Nashville on June 3.

"I know how bad bullying can hurt," Morgan told Marc Malkin of E! News. "I was bullied when I was a kid. I'm sorry for what I said. I didn't mean it. I never want to use my comedy to hurt anyone. My family knew what it was like to feel different. My brother was disabled and I lost my father to AIDS in 1987."

The 30 Rock star says "gay people deserve the same right to be happy in this country as everyone else. Our laws should support that." And he will be doing all he can to ensure these words don't ring hollow.

Charlie Sheen has remained relatively quiet over the last few weeks. But might that be because he's planning a major career move?

Insiders tell TMZ the actor is entertaining a "big offer" to anchor a sitcom that would debut on broadcast television as soon as January 2012. The troubled star is allegedly in "deep negotiations" for a deal that would not even require a pilot.

Sheen has not said much publicly since predicting the demise of Two and a Half Men in in mid-May.

Any network might receive some angry letters if it hired Sheen, but is there any doubt viewers would tune in for his new show? Would you watch it?

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Pippa Middleton and George Percy, her ex-boyfriend, have been seen together a lot recently. Will they get back together amid her breakup with Alex Loudon?

The younger sister of Kate Middleton was all smiles last Wednesday evening as she grabbed dinner in central London with a familiar, handsome fellow.

George Percy dined with Pippa, then they headed back to his apartment. The next morning, she was reportedly seen leaving Percy's flat with a hug and kiss!

Pippa and George Percy were also seen last month in Madrid, Spain (see above), in the weeks following the royal wedding of Kate and Prince William.

The son of the Duke of Northumberland (one of England's richest men), George Percy is a college friend of Middleton and now a co-worker of hers.

Reports say Pippa took a job at Percy's geothermal energy firm.

The two were the subject of romance rumors even before the news that Middleton and Alex Loudon, her financier beau of over a year, have split.

As of late last month, a Middleton pal said she and Percy remain platonic: "She loves George, but only as a best friend. They'll always be mates!"

We'll see if that holds true in the coming weeks and months.

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Jessica Simpson's got a new fiance (Eric Johnson) and now a new job - as a celebrity mentor on NBC's Fashion Star. Yep, that's a real show.

The 30-year-old's singing career has petered out and her acting career never really took off, but her fashion line is remarkably successful.

With a brand worth an estimated $750 million in 35 countries, Simpson will join Elle MacPherson in a search for the next big fashion brand.

"NBC is delighted to work with singer, designer, actress and pop culture icon Jessica Simpson," the network said in a statement.

"With an almost billion dollar lifestyle brand under her belt she is sure to be an excellent mentor to our up-and-coming designers."

"I'm in the workroom in [L.A.'s] Westwood a few times a week from 11 to 7 at night," says Simpson of her chic but affordable line.

"Nothing goes out without me seeing it or my mom [Tina Simpson, Jess' co-creative director] seeing it," says the former Nick Lachey spouse.

Fashion Star's premiere date is TBA.

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Tori Spelling has a good reason to be angry today.

The actress, who is pregnant with her third child, was involved in a car accident this morning, one she blames on a paparazzi who was following her and her children.

"Paparazzi chased me w/the kids 2school," the actress Tweeted. "I was trying to get away from him and had a pretty big accident. Took down whole wall of school."

Neither Liam, Stella nor Spelling's unborn child were harmed in the crash, which took place because a photographer followed Spelling and her family into the driveway of a school; when she reversed to get away from the troll, she slammed into a wall. Minor damage was done to the vehicle.

"Tori is really shaken up but she and the kids are doing fine," her rep tells People. "She's going to the doctor for a checkup."

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Attention, viewers of The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Teresa Giudice has a message for you:

Why the heck are you wasting an hour of your life every week watching the scripted drama between a group of wealthy, self-centered, spoiled women?

Just kidding. The star of this franchise actually took to her blog today and attempted to shoot down rumors that she and husband Joe are in serious trouble. She wrote:

Teresa and her friends lost nine points this week.

Joe and I are not getting a divorce. We aren’t separated; never have been. We are happily married. I love him as much as the day we got married. My kids are wonderful. Yes, Gia cried in school one day, but everyone’s been really sweet to her since then and she’s tough, like her mom. I’m so blessed to have my beautiful family!

Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson is one of many people seeking the Republican nomination for president in 2012, and his campaign is underway.

What better way to prep than by debating ... a Barack Obama impersonator?

Johnson recently appeared on Fox Business Network's "Media Matters for America," where host John Stossel moderated a debate between Johnson and a (pretty decent) President Obama impersonator, Reggie Brown ...

Reggie Brown: Barack Obama Impersonator

Very interesting. On one hand, Brown reiterates Obama talking points awfully well. On the other hand ... what the HELL goes on over at Fox News?

Their ticker gets hacked. They use photos of Tina Fey instead of Sarah Palin. They employ Sarah Palin. Now this, perhaps the most absurd of all.

Not that Gary Johnson is a serious candidate anyway, but how can anyone take him halfway seriously after this ridiculous debate with Faux-bama?

Seriously. We keep expecting to hear "Live From New York ..."

Like daughter, unfortunately, like mother.

A few months after Demi Lovato exited a treatment center to deal with issues related to Bipolar Disorder, sources tell The New York Post that her mother, Dianna Hart de la Garza, has now entered rehab.

"It has been a tough year for Demi, and her mom has been a constant source of support. But fame has also taken its toll on her family... her mom could take some time to deal with her own issues," an insider told the newspaper.

Kelsey Grammer is in for a long custody battle with his ex. He admitted as much at the Tony Awards last night, sounding confident about his chances.

“It’s going to be a long drawn out thing and it’ll be turgid and unpleasant I’m sure, but not on my side," the actor told OK! Weekly.

Will Kelsey Grammer still be smiling when his custody battle plays out?

No matter how it plays out, Kelsey couldn't say enough good things about his new wife, Kayte Walsh, who accompanied him to the event.

"She’s just amazing. She’s extraordinary. A lovely human being," Grammer said. "I’m as blessed as I’ve ever been in my life.”

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