1. Empties?
An outbreak of fungus and rot is threatening this year’s pumpkin crop. Thankfully, the “Deal or No Deal” models have graciously offered their heads.
2. Back to the grind
Gwen Stefani is “hard at work” on her next solo album, billboard.com reports. Um, you could be half-asleep and top “Hollaback Girl.”
3. Lights, camera, Mel
This just in: Diane Sawyer scored the first sit-down interview with Mel Gibson since his arrest, beating out early favorite Isaac the bartender.
4. Pretty in purple
Observers across the fashion world reacted positively to Grimace’s sex change.
5. Human nature
The prospect of David Beckham coaching Brad Pitt’s kid is a nice celebrity story, but more importantly, it’d be a rare opportunity to get a glimpse of the endangered metrosexual.
6. Dig in
Thanks to Anna Nicole Smith, I now plan to serve fried chicken at my wedding and/or commitment ceremony. And for guests looking for something a little classier, a burrito bar.
7. Secret recipe
Apparently there’s an ingredient in marijuana that may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease. So that’s how SpongeBob stays so sharp.
8. Slow down there
OK, so far The Killers have put themselves in the same sentence with Bruce Springsteen, the Beatles and Elvis Presley. Has anyone reminded these guys that this is their second album?
9. Perfect fit
Kelly Ripa and her husband are developing a TV show based on how they first met. No doubt producers will be looking for a female lead who knows Ripa inside and out. Regis is in talks.
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