Fast Track: Gov. Chris Christie axes ‘Jersey Shore’s’ tax credit
A roundup of entertainment headlines for Tuesday:
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie axes “Jersey Shore’s†tax credit. He says he doesn’t want to reward bad behavior with a “Snooki subsidy.†(NJ.com)
Ricki Lake sparkles in “Dancing With the Stars.†(Los Angeles Times)
“Millionaire Matchmaker†Patti Stanger apologizes for offending gay men. (Entertainment Weekly)
“The Playboy Club†actor (and “Firefly†alum) Sean Maher reveals he is gay. (Entertainment Weekly)
Eddie Cibrian talks about his mysterious role on “The Playboy Club.†(USA Today)
Meanwhile, his ex-wife, Brandi Glanville, makes her catty debut on “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.†(Us Weekly)
Guns N’ Roses, the Cure and Eric B. & Rakim are among the nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. (New York Times)
Charlie Sheen and his former bosses have officially settled their differences. The former “Two and a Half Men†star will get $25 million, not $100 million. (Los Angeles Times)
“The L Word†star Leisha Hailey was kicked off a Southwest flight after passengers complained about “excessive†kissing. (Los Angeles Times)
Ellen DeGeneres says she’s “fine†after being treated for chest pains. (Us Weekly)
A Northern Irish farmer gives Rihanna a talking to after she films topless in his field. (Associated Press)
A “Red Dawn†remake is finally on the way to theaters. (Los Angeles Times)
Dorothy’s ruby slippers are up for auction. (Los Angeles Times)
Here’s a teaser for “Game of Thrones†Season 2. (Los Angeles Times)
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