-Good news for Michael Jackson‘s estate. It has almost cleared the $500 million in debt left behind after the King of Pop passed away in 2009. All expenses are expected to be paid off by the end of the year. [TMZ]

-A stagehand for NKOTBSB claims he was nearly killed before the supergroup boy band’s performance in Memphis, Tenn and now he’s suing for $5 million. The worker claims he stepped into a hole on the stage and dropped nearly 13 feet and fractured his skull. [TMZ]

-Congrats to Phillip Phillips! The ‘American Idol‘ winner’s debut single ‘Home,’ has been certified gold! [Hollywood Reporter]

-R.Kelly claimed the movie ‘The Notebook,’ ended his marriage. His ex-wife is not saying that is not the case. We’re with the ex-Mrs.R.Kelly on this one. Ryan Gosling could never split up a marriage. [RadarOnline]

-Brandy and Chris Brown are currently shooting the video for the songstress’ track ‘Put It Down.’ We’re sure it will be heavily-laden with dance routines if Breezy has anything to do with it. [The Urban Daily]

-That talking bush Little Monsters were allegedly worshipping outside of Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles? Turns out it was actually Lady Gaga speaking with fans. She was telling them to pipe down so diners could enjoy their food. [PEOPLE]

-We all do it. Don’t pretend like we don’t. Criticizing Gotye‘s song ‘Somebody That I Used to Know,’ until the chorus when we belt it out. Two guys videotaped the perfect reaction. [TheFW]

-Taking a day off and making time for his lady friend! Justin Bieber spent some quality time with Selena Gomez during his stint in Japan. [Hollywood Life]

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