Michael Jackson’s spokesman says an author’s claim that the singer needs a lung transplant because of a rare respiratory disease is a “total fabrication,” according to Reuters. … “The Hills” finale revealed that Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt are not officially wed, despite promos suggesting otherwise. … President-elect Barack Obama, on vacation in his home state of Hawaii, ordered up a local specialty, Spam musubi, according to reporters covering him. Sort of like Spam sushi to you mainlanders. … Paris Hilton told E! News she believes the recent burglary at her new mansion was an inside job. Nearly $2 million worth of jewelry and personal items was stolen. … Jennifer Hudson is scheduled to perform at the 2009 MusiCares person of the year gala Feb. 6 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. MusiCares, the charitable arm of the Recording Academy, will honor Neil Diamond at next year’s event.
