Rocker and winner of NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice,” Bret Michaels, will perform his signature song “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” on Wednesday, August 4 on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.”

With Rock of Love” being one of the most successful television shows in VH1′s history, and with three record breaking seasons under his belt, Bret is currently embarking on several other television projects, including the upcoming VH1 show “Bret Michaels: Life as You Know It” this fall.

Can you believe he was just recently on what seemed like death’s door? This guy doesn’t stop.

Wow, this is surprising.  Ellen DeGeneres has confirmed in a statement that she is leaving American Idol after just one season:

“A couple months ago, I let FOX and the American Idolproducers know that this didn’t feel like the right fit for me,”

“I told them I wouldn’t leave them in a bind and that I would hold off on doing anything until they were able to figure out where they wanted to take the panel next.”

She originally was brought in to replace Paula Abdul.  Simon Cowell also made last season his last season.  She goes on to say:

“It was a difficult decision to make, but my work schedule became more than I bargained for,”

“I also realized this season that while I love discovering, supporting and nurturing young talent, it was hard for me to judge people and sometimes hurt their feelings. I loved the experience working on Idol and I am very grateful for the year I had. I am a huge fan of the show and will continue to be.”

I can totally see how difficult it would be for her to criticize and hurt people’s feelings. American Idol creator and executive producer Simon Fuller says of the news:

“I loved Ellen’s passion for the artists and her nurturing skills,” “She brought honesty and optimism to our judging panel and I will miss her greatly.”

Is American Idol on its way out? First there was Paula Abdul, then Simon Cowell and now Ellen DeGeneres.  On top of that the summer tour is not doing well at all.

Are you surprised by Ellen‘s news? What do you think the future is for American Idol with all the departures?

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Robyn has premiered the video for her new single “Hang With Me” which she premiered on Robyn.com.

The Max Vitali directed video features behind the scenes footage from the Swedish singer on tour.

This is the lead single from Robyn‘s 2nd album of a 3 part trilogy, Body Talk Pt. 2, which offers the clearest example yet of Robyn’s pop prowess; 8 songs that crystallize her preoccupation with hypnotic repetition, propulsive beats and infectious hooks, and lyrics which display the kind of unabashed emotional vulnerability that only comes with true self-confidence.

Body Talk PT 2 will be available September 7th on Cherrytree Records, and it is further proof that Robyn’s understanding and love of pop music is as intrinsic as it is accomplished.

Do you like the video?

I think it’s time I bought some shares in L’Oreal.  Something tells me their earnings are going to increase.  With Gerard Butler as a spokesperson for the men’s line it’s irrelevant if men buy the products.  You KNOW women are going to be buying it in the hopes of being that much closer to Gerard.  They are going to want their men to stink like the man.

You know a lot of people think endorsements is selling out and I say pish pish. Hollywood is a fickle entity.  Make your money while you can and then live your life.

Gerard is going to be the L’Oreal Paris as the worldwide brand spokesperson for its Men’s Expert skincare line.

Chosen for his ‘charisma, confidence and modern style’, the Scottish actor is fronting the number one selling men’s Hydra Energetic range.

I’m on my way to the store to line up now.  I’m going to just smell the products 24/7.

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It looks like the A-Team gang have landed in Berlin, Germany earlier today for their movie premiere, but I don’t see Bradley Cooper anywhere.

Jessica Biel, Liam Neeson, and Quinton ’Rampage’ Jackson can all be seen outside of their hotel earlier in the day and clearly they are also making their way to the premiere and I have to say I LOVE Jessica Biel‘s dress.

Have you seen this movie? Would you go see it?

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Drew Carey has recently lost 80 pounds and he looks amazing!  He talked about the reason why when he attended the CBS, Showtime and The CW TCA Party in Beverly Hills last night:

“It sucks being fat, you know,”I was diabetic with Type-2 diabetes

And now thanks to his very strict diet and exercise program:

“I’m not diabetic anymore. No medication needed.”

That’s incredible, isn’t it?  So how exactly did he do it:

“No carbs,” Carey says. “I have cheated a couple times, but basically no carbs, not even a cracker. No bread at all. No pizza, nothing. No corn, no beans, no starches of any kind. Egg whites in the morning or like, Greek yogurt, cut some fruit.”

He snacks on fruit, and for dinner he’ll have grilled chicken and steamed vegetables and water. “I don’t drink anything but water,” he says. “No coffee, no tea, no soda.”

Equally important, he says, is keeping up his workouts. His secret: “Lots of cardio. About 45 minutes of cardio, at least 45 minutes of cardio. I’ve been kind of lazy like lately, so I’m not doing it 6 days a week, but I will be for this next month.”

Oh man that is a brutal diet plan.  I can see why the weight would just fall off with eating like that, but that’s a difficult one.

He’s not done with losing weight though. Drew wants to lose another 10 pounds:

“I like being skinny,” says Carey. “I was sick of being fat on the camera. Really, I just got sick of it. Once I started losing weight, again, like once I started dropping a couple pant sizes, then it was easy ’cause once you see the results, then you don’t wanna stop.”

Good for him! What do you do to stay in shape and healthy?