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Reborn, again
‘N Sync reunion steals Lance Bass more spotlight

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DEC. 5, 2008
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Now that “Dancing with the Stars” is over, Lance Bass must think of new ways to stay in the media. But sadly, he’s running out of tricks to pull out of his hat.

He already came out, dated a high-profile himbo (Reichen), wrote his memoirs (at the wise old age of 28), and staged a comeback on a B-rated reality show. What’s left? Just start all over again!

In an interview with In Touch Magazine, Bass says a reunion with his former ’N Sync boy-banders is on the horizon. He claims, “there are so many crazy doors opening” after his third-place finish on “Dancing with the Stars.”

There is also talk of him going back into the studio alone. But his first priority is to sing with ’N Sync again. Dish is not surprised; no one has ever heard Bass sing solo (hint, hint). 

But the reunion may be more than just wishful thinking: according to Bass, the quintet hasn’t completed its recording contracts, and they still owe an album or two to their label. So that reunion is imminent. Somewhere, Justin Timberlake has a raging headache.


Boy George now admits to beating escort

Last week, Dish brought you the news that ‘80s pop icon George O’Dowd — better known as Boy George — was scurrilously accused of assaulting a male escort. The boy-for-hire told police George lured him to his apartment, handcuffed him and beat him mercilessly until he freed himself and fled down the street in his underwear. Of course, George denied the tawdry affair.

New evidence shows he basically admitted to the scenario, however. In his statement to police, he said he did handcuff Carlsen, but George believed the escort had stolen nude photos of him, and he didn’t want the boy to run away before he could check his computer.

And yes, he had hit Carlsen, but that was for fun.

“You can’t spank anyone if they don’t want you to,” he said in his statement to police. Dish will have to remember that.

It’s now up to the British courts to decide if George’s actions constituted a crime. Considering this is the same legal system that permits George Michael to drive a car through any public park he chooses, it is presumed that O’Dowd will get a slap on the wrist.


Anderson gets wet for Phelps

Despite that rigid exterior, Anderson Cooper can cut loose and have a little fun now and then. As long as there is a man in a Speedo within reach.

In an interview for “60 Minutes,” Cooper tagged along with Michael Phelps as the Olympic champion went about his day. Eventually, they swung by the pool, and boys being boys, Cooper challenged Phelps to a race. Needless to say, Phelps won handily, although a breathless and giggly Cooper didn’t seem disappointed to lose.

Note to Coop: next time, try some bronzer. You nearly blinded us with that pale flesh.

Nevertheless, Dish is impressed, Cooper has certainly lightened up. Just a few months ago, when he co-hosted “Live with Regis and Kelly,” the effervescent Kelly Ripa goaded him into joining a naughty aerobics session. Cooper balked and flatly refused the pelvic thrusts, saying it would violate his journalistic integrity.

But strip down and dive into the pool with Phelps? No problem! Roll that camera.





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