Chris Lighty’s Death Ruled Suicide, Mariah’s Manager

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Chris Lighty, the 44-year-old manager of Mariah Carey, Sean “Diddy” Combs and 50 Cent, was found dead in his apartment Thursday.

The New York City medical examiner has ruled the death of the hip-hop mogul a suicide.

According to the ME, Lighty died from a self-inflicted gunshot to the head.  A 9 mm handgun was discovered near the body of the deceased.

Chris and his wife, Veronica, were in the midst of a divorce and he was reportedly having financial trouble.

Mariah Carey tweeted, “Love and heartfelt prayers go out to Chris Lighty’s family and all of us whose life he touched.  Words cannot express the sadness we share today.”

Sean “Diddy” Combs said, “RIP Chris Lighty…. Miss you bro.  I knew him as Baby Chris.  I still can’t believe it.  WTF IS GOING ON?”

50 Cent released this statement: “Chris has been an important part of my business and personal growth for a decade.  He was a good friend and advisor who helped me develop as an artist and businessman.  My prayers are with his family.  He will be greatly missed.”

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Kristen Stewart’s Parents Divorcing

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Kristen Stewart‘s mom, script supervisor Jules Mann-Stewart, has filed for divorce from her husband of 27 years, TV producer John Stewart.

Citing “irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split, legal documents which were filed on August 17, list the couple’s date of separation as June 15, 2010 — a full two years before the filing.

Sources say the couple would have filed much sooner, but didn’t want it to be a topic of discussion and take away from their daughter’s Twilight press tour. They decided to move forward with the divorce after Kristen was caught cheating on boyfriend Robert Pattinson with her married “Snow White and the Huntsman” director Rupert Sanders.

Ummm, thanks mom and dad?

photo of Jules Mann-Stewart via Facebook

photo of John Stewart: Craig Williams/WENN

Clint Eastwood Talks to Empty Chair: Celebrities Tweet

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There was excitement in the air Thursday night at the Republican National Convention in Tampa.  Everyone was buzzing about “mystery speaker” Clint Eastwood … before AND after his 11-minute conversation with an empty chair.

Eastwood, 82, set the stage by telling us that President Barack Obama was seated next to the podium and then he proceeded to argue with POTUS.

The celebrity Twitter crowd felt the need to respond and they weren’t all in support of the man of the hour.

Adam Levine: “Clint Eastwood has gone f**kin nutterbutters yo.”

Roger Ebert: “Clint, my hero, is coming across as sad and pathetic.  He didn’t need to do this to himself.  It’s unworthy of him.”

Rachel Maddow: “Looking at Rubio & Romney but all I can see is the Clint Eastwood performance art that just happened on that stage.  What were they thinking?”

Bob Newhart: “I heard that Clint Eastwood was channeling me at the RNC.  My lawyers are drafting our lawsuit…”

Olivia Munn: “Clint Eastwood was talking to an empty chair at the RNC…No, that’s not the set up for a joke.  It’s not even a joke.”

George Takei: “Clint Eastwood’s RNC speech was to imaginary Obama in an empty chair.  I’m drafting a DNC speech to imaginary Romney in an empty factory.”

Not everyone took a negative view:

Kirstie Alley: “I just saw Clint Eastwood’s speech and I LOVED it!!  Funny as hell & on point!! & I’m a Democrat.. US media is SO biased in favor of Dems.”

Janine Turner: “I thought Clint Eastwood’s presence was electrifying and I praise him for being a Hollywood actor & taking a stand!  Thanks Clint Eastwood!”

Check out the video and decide for yourself … was he spot-on or did he miss the mark by a mile?

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Sage Stallone Cause of Death: Heart Disease

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Coroners have determined that Sage Stallone died from a heart attack.

The 36-year-old son of Sylvester Stallone was found dead on July 13 by a housekeeper, and according to reports, pills were found in his room, leaving many to speculate that drugs may have played a role his death.

Toxicology reports came back negative, except for a “sub-therapeutic level of hydrocode,” which had nothing to do with his death.

Coroner officials determined Sage’s cause of death to be from natural causes, and there was evidence of heart disease. He had a history of being a heavy smoker, however, family members said he had cut back considerably.

Randy Jackson Leaves ‘Idol’ Judges Panel, Will Mentor

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The latest ‘American Idol’ twist has ‘The Dawg’ Randy Jackson definitely out as a judge.  The former Journey musician will serve in a mentoring capacity with music producer Jimmy Iovine.

Show exec’s aren’t totally convinced that Randy has what it takes to be a mentor but they believe he is the glue that helps keep the show together.

Nicki Minaj is a 99% done deal.  Mariah Carey, who is officially locked in, isn’t thrilled with AI’s choice of the ‘Pink Friday’ singer.  Seems likely we’ll be seeing lots of diva tension … which is always good for ratings.

It remains unclear if ‘Idol’ will operate with three or four judges during Season 12.  Country crooner Keith Urban remains at the top of the short list as does pop-rock musician Nick Jonas.

Meanwhile the Kanye West and Diddy rumors have gone stone cold.

Is it just us or is it taking an abnormally long time to get this thing nailed down?

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