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Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett were married this weekend at...

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:50:34 -0400

Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett were married this weekend at the Playboy Mansion.

Michael Jackson passes away at 50

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:52:00 -0400

At CMG Worldwide, we represent the greatest legends of the past. Our client list includes sports heroes, actors, musicians, authors and historical figures. Marilyn Monroe and James Dean are just a few of the famous names we represent. But these people were more than just celebrities - they changed the world that we live in. The entertainers we represent were pioneers who set the bar for all those who came after them; they were stars who shined brighter than anyone else in the business.

Michael Jackson was, and will remain, one of those icons. From an early age, he has been a mainstay on the popular music scene. He made his professional music debut when he was just a kid as a member of the Jackson 5, but eventually proved to be even stronger solo. He was the first African-American artist to gain a strong crossover following on MTV. Five of his solo albums have become some of the best-selling records in the world, including Thriller, which is the world’s best-selling album of all time. He has rightfully been dubbed the “King of Pop”.

Jackson’s untimely death brings to mind the story of a client of ours, James Dean. Like Jackson, Dean grew up in a small town in Indiana and eventually became an entertainer. Tragically, he died young, just as his acting career was taking off. Though he only made a few movies, Dean had such star power that he has remained one of the most legendary icons from Indiana. Generations of people will remember Michael Jackson like this as well. His death couldn’t have come at a worse time - he was prepared to reenter the spotlight and start touring again after a long hiatus. Like Dean, he had reached a turning point in his career, and his future could not have been brighter. Though his death was untimely and tragic, he will go down in history as a legend and pop culture icon.

photo credit: AOL Music, Dave Hogan-Getty Images

USA Today talks to Kendra Wilkinson about her world travels

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:04:00 -0400

USA Today talks to Kendra Wilkinson about her world travels

Kendra Wilkinson was out on the town last night in Las Vegas,...

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:32:45 -0400

Kendra Wilkinson was out on the town last night in Las Vegas, celebrating her upcoming nuptials to Philadelpha Eagles player Hank Baskett with a bachelorette party planned by Bridget Marquardt. The girls partied at Guy’s Nightclub, and a pregnant Kendra sipped fruity mocktails.

Kendra Wilkinson's Bachelorette Party Tonight!

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:11:00 -0400

Bridget Marquardt tweeted today about preparing for friend and former Girl Next Door Kendra Wilkinson’s bachelorette party. The festivities begin tonight!

Hugh Hefner and girlfriends, Kristina and Karissa Shannon (left)...

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:19:49 -0400

Hugh Hefner and girlfriends, Kristina and Karissa Shannon (left) and Crystal Harris at the AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards awards in Culver City, California on June 11.

photo credit: herald-dispatch.com

Season Finale of "Bridget's Sexiest Beaches" Tonight!

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:10:00 -0400

Join Bridget Marquardt tonight as she heads to Morocco and Mexico for the seaon finale of her hit Travel Chanel series, “Bridget’s Sexiest Beaches”! The shows will air tonight at 10 and 10:30.

Kendra & Hank Baby Update!

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:13:21 -0400

In an E! online interview, former Girl Next Door Kendra Wilkinson reveals that her baby with finace Hank Baskett is due on Christmas Day! The couple will find out the sex in a few weeks, but Kendra already has names picked out! The reality star and her athlete fiance are planning on Hank Randall Baskett IV if its a boy, and Kianna or Arianna for a girl. “Whatever comes out of me, we’ll love,” she said to E!.

Kendra Wilkinson is Having a Baby!

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:13:00 -0400

Kendra Wilkinson and her fiance, Philadelphia Eagles player Hank Baskett, are expecting a baby! In a statement to E! News, Wilkinson said, “Hank and I are thrilled to announce we are expecting our first child together. We are touched by the outpouring of support by our family, friends and fans.” Be sure to check out “Kendra” on E! every Sunday at 10/9c to watch Kendra and Hank plan their nuptials!

"Kendra!" is a ratings success!

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:33:00 -0400

Kendra Wilkinson’s new E! reality show, “Kendra” debuted to record-breaking numbers on Sunday. 2.6 million viewers watched the premiere, making it the network’s highest ratings for a reality show since the 2002 debut of “The Anna Nicole Show”. Congratulations, Kendra!

New Episodes of "Bridget's Sexiest Beaches" Tonight!

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:36:33 -0400

Follow Bridget Marquardt tonight to the beautiful beaches of Essaoiura, Morocco and Cancun, Mexico! New episodes of “Bridget’s Sexiest Beaches” will air at 10 and 10:30pm E/P on the Travel Chanel

CMG past president Darci Ross was honored in a column submission...

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:38:00 -0400

CMG past president Darci Ross was honored in a column submission to the Palisadian-Post recently by her daughter Sydney.

CMG Summer Reading List

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:51:39 -0400

Written by Turner’s own daughter Cheryl Crane, along with celebrity biographer Cindy De La Hoz, “Lana: The Memories, the Myths, and the Movies” documents Lana Turner’s life as a Hollywood star from the moment she was discovered sipping a Coke at a soda fountain. The biography reads more like a scrapbook, and you’ll find on-set and candid photos of Turner on every page. Also included are all the juicy details of her personal life, including a page on her famous boyfriends, a list that included Howard Hughes and Ronald Regan.

In this tell-all biography of Natalie Wood, you’ll find details on the star’s personal life, including her complicated relationships with her mother Maria and husband Robert Wagner.

In this no-holds-barred account, the details of screen siren Gardner’s many love affairs are revealed, including her marriage to Frank Sinatra. The uncensored biography of Gardner reveals US Weekly-worthy gossip and dish about the legendary icon.

What would a CMG Summer Reading List be without including Marilyn Monroe? This book, set for release in late August, delves into Marilyn’s relationships with influential women in her life - her mother, foster mother, and legal guardian.

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out the Ava Gardner Museum in Smithfield, North...

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:45:00 -0400

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out the Ava Gardner Museum in Smithfield, North Carolina. The interpretive musuem showcases Gardner’s childhood near Smithfield, her rise to Hollywood stardom, and her friends, family and travels.

"Kendra" coming to E!

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:03:00 -0400

Don’t miss the debut of Kendra Wilkinson’s new E! reality show, “Kendra”, airing on 10pm June 7th. Follow the former Girl Next Door as she moves out of the Playboy mansion and into place of her own, where she has to learn to cook, do laundry and pay her own bills! She’ll also be planning her wedding to Philadelphia Eagles receiver Hank Baskett.

Never Before Seen Marilyn Photos!

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 17:07:39 -0400

Head over to LIFE.com to see never released shots of a 24 year-old Marilyn Monroe, taken by Ed Clark for LIFE magazine in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park.

Marilyn Monroe's Birthday

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:32:00 -0400

Marilyn Monroe would have been 83 today.

Gene Siskel Film Center Presents: "An Adventure with George Lucas"

Fri, 29 May 2009 14:27:32 -0400

Tickets are on sale now for the School of the Art Institute’s Gene Siskel Film Center’s fundraiser, “An Adventure with George Lucas” at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago on June 13 from 6-10pm.

The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the Gene Siskel’s Film Center Visionary Award to Lucas by SAIC President William Reiter. There will also be a discussion with Lucas led by Jon Favreau, as well as clips from Lucas’ films. A raffle drawing will include prizes such as Lucas film memorabilia, a Continental Airlines package, and a personalized Obama tour of Chicago. Suggested attire for the event is “cocktail glam”.

The Gene Siskel Film Center holds an annual fundraiser every year to ensure they are providing the Chicago community with highest possible quality in films and film education events. For ticket information, call (312) 846-2072.

Last Chance to Own "Rebel Without a Cause" T-shirt

Fri, 29 May 2009 13:10:00 -0400

The auction for the iconic white t-shirt James Dean wore in “Rebel Without a Cause” ends today at 5pm Pacific Time. Don’t miss this chance to own valuable piece of cinematic memorabilia! The auction is through Nate D. Sanders, Inc. and bids can be placed online. Also ending today are the auctions for the pants Dean wore in “Rebel Without a Cause” as well as a few items from his “East of Eden” wardrobe.

Marilyn Monroe Items Up For Auction

Fri, 29 May 2009 12:51:00 -0400

This rhinestone-encrusted chiffon and net leotard is one of the many personal items of Marilyn Monroe’s that will be up for auction on June 26. Supposedly, Marilyn was going to wear this costume in the movie “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” before censors deemed the outfit inappropriate.

This fox fur stole with silk lining that Marilyn often wore on nights out will also be up for grabs.

This umbrella was used in 1949 photo shoot with Monroe.

Items will go up for auction June 26th through Julien’s Auctions. All items will be on display before the auction at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.