REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ORANGE COUNTY : SEASON 4

On fourth season of Bravo's The Real Housewives of Orange County, Tamra Barney, Vicki Gunvalson, Jeana Keough and Lauri Peterson are back, and welcoming a new housewife to the block, 30-year-old blond bombshell Gretchen Rossi, who poses an immediate threat with her youth and golden good looks. The ladies continue to strive to live the good life, but in reality, the perfect lives of contemporary women juggling family, friends and careers isn't always as fabulous it seems. The fourth season of the hit docu-series premieres Tuesday, November 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. This season the ladies are tackling greater challenges while coming to terms with past secrets and lingering issues. Vicki is building her insurance empire, sometimes to the detriment of her marriage to Donn. Tamra copes with her relationships with her estranged father and her taxing 21-year-old son, Ryan, while also keeping busy as a stay-at-homemom with three young kids. Jeana tries to figure out her next move following an emotional separation from her husband, Matt. Lauri continues to enjoy life as a blissful newlywed, but issues with her son, Josh, may tarnish her fairytale. There is competition in store for this complicated circle of friends. Gretchen is the newest housewife on the block, and a jaw-dropping Orange County bombshell. Gretchen's fiancé, Jeff, is an older man who spoils her rotten with diamonds and gifts. They enjoyed a whirlwind romance and engagement that came to an unexpected and heartbreaking turn when Jeff was diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia. An outgoing party girl, it's easy to peg Gretchen as a gold digger (and the other ladies have their doubts about her), but she cares for Jeff and stands by him through very serious hardships that test her character. As usual, the men and kids are caught in the whirlwind and do their best to try and understand their complicated wives, mothers and daughters, but insight into these women proves once again to be anything but simple. This fourth season will explore the women on a deeper level, bringing their stories full circle to uncover the secrets that often lie behind closed doors. The gates, Botox injections and mansions can't keep reality from intruding for too long. What will finally unfold when the gates are opened?
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This Year, Oprah's "Favorite Things"

Oprah Winfrey's annual "Favorite Things" show (which airs Nov. 26) won't include her usual pricey gifts.
In light of the tight economy, the talk show host, 54, is instead giving away only affordable items.
"They're some of Oprah's favorite things, but this time there's a twist...they cost next to nothing!"
Audience members are also getting in on the act.
"On [Wednesday's] show, viewers reveal their creative ways to spend less over the holiday season. You'll meet a mom who shows us how to create a one-of-a-kind treasure that comes straight from the heart," the statement says. "Then, one family talks about their very own tradition that doesn’t cost a cent.
"You'll also hear some great ideas to make your holiday party memorable and affordable," reads the statement. "And, Oprah unveils a special gift that won’t cost you a thing! Find out how to have the thriftiest holidays ever."

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Hollywood's Power Couples

When two huge stars join forces in marriage, the result is a force to be reckoned with. This year Jay-Z and wife Beyonce topped Forbes.com's list of Hollywood's Top-Earning Couple, with $162 million between them in a one-year period.
Not only are they rich, but the talented twosome have influence across the board, in movies, music, fashion and high-profile endorsement deals.
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Madonna & Guy's Divorce Granted

Before you could say "vogue," Madonna and Guy Ritchie's marriage took one big step closer to being finally over this morning.
A London High Court judge issued the couple a decree nisi, which renders the union tentatively over for the next six weeks. If there are no disputes between the two over the terms of their divorce, it will become final.

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ABC Cancels Shows

ABC has alledgedly canceled Pushing Daisies, Eli Stone and Dirty Sexy Money. Reps for the shows have declined to comment. Go ahead and delete all of those saved shows on your DVR...what's the point now?
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It's A Boy For Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz

Bronx Mowgli Wentz --(interesting.....) came into the world Thursday night weighing 7 lbs., 11 oz. A spokesperson says , "Ashlee, Pete and baby Bronx are all healthy and happy, and thank everyone for their well wishes!"

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