Brett Ratner Out as Oscar Producer; Ratner's Link to Infamous Oscars Producer Allan Carr; 'Spider-Man' Producers React to Taymor Suit; CBS Rebooting 'Rifleman'; Herman Cain Faces Reporters; Heavy D's Sudden Death

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TOP STORIES EXCLUSIVE: Brett Ratner Out as Oscar Show Producer In recent days, the "Tower Heist" director said that "rehearsal is for fags" and discussed his sex life on Howard Stern's radio show. Brett Ratner, Allan Carr and the Home That Unites the Disgraced Oscar Producers Carr, who was gay, and Ratner, who is straight, both crossed the line with the Academy while residing at Hilhaven Lodge. 'Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark' Producers Fire Back at Julie Taymor Michael Cohl and Jeremiah J. Harris issued a statement in response to the Oscar-nominated director's lawsuit that alleges that they have continued to use her work without compensation. Chris Columbus to Reboot Western 'The Rifleman' at CBS The CBS Studios project, which will count Mendelsohn as an executive producer, continues the small screen's love affair with westerns. VIDEO: Herman Cain Faces Reporters on Live TV and Agrees to Lie Detector Test The presidential candidate calls Gloria Allred's client a "troubled woman" whom he does not even know, and repeats that sexual harassment accusations are "baseless." Rapper Heavy D Dies at 44 The artist, actor and record producer -- born Dwight Arrington Myers -- most recently appeared in Brett Ratner's "Tower Heist" as a security guard. MOVIES Inside the 'Immortals' Premiere: Director Tarsem Laments '300' Comparisons “I had a big fight early on, and I had to let it go," the director tells THR of the marketing material stressing that the same producers are behind both films. "Not too many people will show up if you say 'From the director of 'The Fall.'" Kim Kardashian Paying a Visit to 'The Marriage Counselor' A week after filing for divorce from 72-day husband Kris Humphries, the reality star is set to begin filming her part in Tyler Perry’s upcoming film Nov. 9 -- but, his fans are not pleased. PHOTOS: Robert Pattinson Traverses Manhattan in 'Cosmopolis' New images from the David Cronenberg-directed drama have surfaced to the web, featuring the “Breaking Dawn” actor and his co-star, Sarah Gadon. EXCLUSIVE: Oprah Winfrey, James Earl Jones, Dick Smith on Governors Awards The trio, who will receive special Oscars at the 3rd Academy Governors Awards on Nov. 12, spoke with THR about the kudos and their careers thus far. 'Twilight' Stars Fight for Love Outside of the Franchise As the release of the next Saga series draws near, THR analyzes Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner's pursuit of leading men status as well as Kristen Stewart's big test in the upcoming "Snow White and the Huntsman." TV Kelly Ripa Signs New Five-Year Contract for 'Live! With Regis and Kelly' The news of the morning co-host's long-term deal comes as Regis Philbin readies for his exit next week. TV REVIEW: All-American Muslim Executive produced by Nick Emmerson, Dan Peirson and Jennifer O'Connell, the show offers an authentic and moving portrait of a little-known sector of American life. Conrad Murray Trial Recovers In Ratings For HLN The Michael Jackson murder case, which resulted in a guilty verdict for the doctor Monday, got off to a slow start with viewers but eventually rebounded for the cable network. 'Live! With Regis and Kelly' Guests Revealed for Regis Philbin's Final Week The longtime daytime host signs off from the morning show on Friday, Nov. 18. 'Dancing With the Stars': Gavel Falls on Nancy Grace, Just Shy of the Semifinals Four stars make their way to the semifinals, while another is shown the door with mirrorball glory almost in sight.

THE BUSINESS VIDEO: Activision Blizzard, Take-Two Post Strong Numbers Rollout of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" to be accompanied by major marketing push that began with a "Monday Night Football" commercial starring Jonah Hill and Sam Worthington. Yahoo, AOL, Microsoft Strike Internet Advertising Partnership Under a non-exclusive pact, the three companies will still compete against one another even as they sell each others' advertising inventory. EXCLUSIVE PHOTO: Kanye West and Jay-Z Presented with Giant 'Watch the Throne' Platinum Plaques The superstar rappers and Island Def Jam executives celebrated worldwide album sales of two million following Monday's sold-out show at Madison Square Garden. ANALYSIS: Why YouTube Was Asked One More Question in Viacom Appeal YouTube tries to hold on to a judge's decision to dismiss Viacom's copyright infringement lawsuit. As the song by The Police goes, "You don't have to put on the red light / Those days are over. Princes William, Harry, Daniel Radcliffe Emerge as News Corp. Surveillance Victims Private Investigator Derek Webb has told the BBC that they were among 90 celebrities, sportsmen and politicians he was hired to monitor.

STYLE Movie and Logo Designer Saul Bass Celebrated with Book, MoMA Event The Oscar winner who designed iconic posters for Vertigo and The Man with the Golden Arm will be celebrated at New York's Museum of Modern Art on Nov. 14. West Hollywood To Fur Buyers: You're Banned The municipality of West Hollywood's five member City Council have voted to approve a ban on the sales of fur coats and clothes. The luxury boutiques of Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, Marni and Carolina Herrera on or near Melrose Place will all be affected.

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