Real Housewife's Dark Past Comes to Light

He had 'sting money' when he killed Peru victim

(NEWSER) - FBI officials yesterday denied they bungled a case against Joran Van der Sloot after paying him up to $25,000, which he apparently used to travel to Peru where he murdered a young woman. Investigators set up an extortion sting for Van der Sloot last month after he reportedly demanded cash from Natalee Holloway's mom in exchange for information about her daughter's remains in Aruba, where he remains a prime suspect in the teen's disappearance. Officials issued an arrest warrant on extortion charges against him shortly after Van der Sloot admitted killing Stephany Flores Ramirez, 21, in his hotel room, notes ABC News . More»

Danielle Staub has a scary O-face

(NEWSER) - Don’t get too excited: The Real Housewives of New Jersey sex tape isn’t out quite yet, but TMZ does have a preview in case you just can’t wait. The gossip site has the first racy images of Danielle Staub—and some of them are quite terrifying, so be warned—from the 75-minute tape Hustler plans to release Monday. More»

Heidi Montag is the latest to admit to her obsession

(NEWSER) - Heidi Montag recently admitted—just in time to promote the release of her album, what a coincidence!—that she is addicted to plastic surgery. But Heidi’s not the only celeb who’s gone under the knife more than a few times. Kate Torgovnick rounds up the top 10, on The Frisky :

• Danielle Staub: This Real Housewife of New Jersey has a face that looks stretched out and plastic-y—and “eyebrows bigger than the McDonald’s arches.”
• Cher: Once called herself the “plastic surgery poster girl.” Enough said.

Plus, NeNe Leakes calls out co-star Kim Zolciak for stealing her song

(NEWSER) - Not sure what to wear as you lounge around in your fancy house, engaging in catfights with your neighbors while your reality TV show's cameras roll? Never fear: The Real Housewives fashion line hits a store near you this fall. The collection, inspired by Bravo’s franchise, will consist of premium denim, loungewear, activewear, handbags, and accessories, the Los Angeles Times reports. More»

Plus, Real Housewives sex tape blocked, and more

(NEWSER) - Coming soon: Amy Winehouse wrapping paper. The troubled singer has signed a deal to feature her lyrics on cards as well, the Sun reports. The first tune to hit stores will be Rehab, but a source insists the line will be “classy too. You Know I’m No Good is best for heartfelt apologies and Back To Black, with an appropriate wreath, will be the respectful response to a bereavement.” Elsewhere: More»