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By Michael Lopez

You've got to admire Gael Garcia Bernal's honesty. The acclaimed Mexican actor has spoken publicly about politics, fame, and now marijuana. Oh yes, not only does Gael support the legalization of weed, he enjoys smoking it on occasion.

Garcia Bernal recently participated in a Brazilian conference about drug legalization. Very vocal with his opinions, Gael discussed the dangers of cocaine and the benefits of de-criminalizing marijuana.

Now that he's a new parent, Garcia Bernal emphasized that he's cut back on his pot smoking (primarily to once every three months). But he believes that it does not pose the same threat as harder narcotics.

Perhaps the most interesting admission that Gael made was that his parents still enjoy hitting the hash pipe. No word on whether his BFF Diego Luna partakes in the activity, but it sure seemed that way watching Casa de mi Padre.

Do you think marijuana should be legalized? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrities, Chisme, Drugs, Gael García Bernal, Marijuana, popnews

By Michael Lopez

It seems the New Orleans Saints have turned into some major sinners, at least in the eyes of the NFL. The National Football League enacted some pretty severe punishments on the team after it was proven that they put out "bounties" for inflicting injuries on the field.

After a three-year investigation, the league decided that head coach Sean Payton and General Manager Mickey Loomis did have a hand in initiating the bounties. And after that ruling, they took immediate action.

Payton has been suspended without pay for the entire 2012 season and Loomis is banned from the first eight games. Former defensive coordinator Gregg Williams and assistant coach Joe Vitt were also disciplined for their roles in the scandal.

And if that weren't enough, the Saints organization received a $500,000 fine and lost their second-round privileges for the 2012 and 2013 drafts. Something tells us the mood on Bourbon Street is not very joyous at the moment.

Do you think the NFL was too harsh with their punishment? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Bounty Scandal, Chisme, Football, Gregg Williams, Joe Vitt, Mickey Loomis, New Orleans Saints, NFL, popnews, Sean Payton, Sports

By Michael Lopez

It looks like Alessandra Ambrosio's upcoming baby will have a new bestie to crawl down the runway with. Fellow Victoria's Secret alum Adriana Lima just announced that she's also pregnant with her second child.

The Brazilian beauty and her husband Marko Jaric are already the proud parents of two-year-old Valentina. And both mommy and daddy seem thrilled to be expanding their family.

"The entire family is very excited, especially Valentina," Adriana told People. "She keeps blowing kisses to my belly and saying, 'Kisses for the baby.'"

And just because a baby bump will be appearing soon, don't think that Lima won't keep modeling sexy outfits. Alessandra became famous for her "pregnancy strut" down the catwalk and now it seems, so will Adriana!

Who's your favorite Victoria's Secret model? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Baby Chisme, Blogger: Michael Lopez, Chisme, Marko Jaric, popnews, Victoria's Secret

By Michael Lopez

Move over Jessica Simpson, you're not the only one getting a pink pregnancy party. Dancing With The Stars champ J.R. Martinez is also expecting a little girl this season and he and girlfriend Diana Gonzalez-Jones celebrated with a lavish baby shower of their own.

All My Children producer Julie Carruthers hosted the event, which brought out 40 of J.R.'s closest friends. Gonzalez-Jones was reportedly "glowing" as she unwrapped new strollers, bassinets, and onesie outfits.

"With all of the wonderful gifts we received at the baby shower, my man cave dreams are out the window," Martinez jokingly said after it was all over.

J.R. and Diana's little one is expected to make her big debut this May. And it sounds like papa is eager to teach her some of his trademark moves.

"We are really excited to see her wear all of the clothes she received," he added. "Especially the dance dress that I can picture myself teaching her the Samba in."

Do you know anyone who’s due this spring? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Baby Chisme, Baby Showers, Blogger: Michael Lopez, Chisme, Dancing With The Stars, Diana Gonzalez-Jones, J.R. Martinez

By Ikam Acosta

Rumors of Enrique Iglesias' supposed bankruptcy are not making him nervous. They are making him laugh. His publicist, Joe Bonilla, also brushed off the rumors, calling the situation "otro chisme mal contado."

In a message from Enrique sent via his publicist, Iglesias jokes,

"Esteis atentos que muy pronto les pasaré mi línea de 800-ayuda, para que me ayuden a salir de bancarrota."

The singer is completely dismissing the vicious rumors surrounding his economic crisis. In fact, he just wrapped up a tour which generated millions of dollars in profits, so he can't be that far in the hole.

Univision's show El Gordo Y La Flaca perpetuated some of the rumors concerning Iglesias' supposed bankruptcy, stating that Enrique had gotten himself into this situation from buying a Miami mansion with girlfriend Anna Kournikova. The mansion presumably cost them 15 million dollars in renovation costs.

According to Billboard magazine, Iglesias was the top grossing Latin artist in 2011, generating over 7 million dollars for his 'Euphoria' World Tour in the United States alone. Not too shabby, I would say. He even made a killing at the two shows he held at New York's Madison Square Garden, which brought in 1.7 million dollars for him there alone.

Do you think Enrique Iglesias is headed for bankruptcy?

Tags Anna Kournikova, Blogger: Ikam Acosta, Celebrities, Chisme, Enrique Iglesias

By Michael Lopez

It seems like Russell Brand took a page right out of the Chris Brown playbook. As you may recall, Chris recently got in some legal trouble for snatching a fan's camera. Now Russell may be in the same boat, as he's being accused of hurling a paparazzo's iPhone through an office window in New Orleans.

Brand's antics cost the window owner hundreds of dollars worth of damage and he did not stick around to foot the bill. So the New Orleans police got involved and now they've issued a warrant for Russell's arrest.

Keep in mind that Brand is only wanted on a misdemeanor charge. But, judging from his Twitter account, the Arthur star doesn't feel any remorse for his actions.

"Since Steve Jobs died I cannot bear to see anyone use an iPhone irreverently, what I did was a tribute to his memory," he jokingly posted.

What type of consequences should Russell face for his actions? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Chisme, iPhones, New Orleans, popnews, Russell Brand

By Michael Lopez

We don't know what's creepier, having you house broken into or having your house broken into without anything getting stolen. The latter is what happened to Zoe Saldana, which means some stranger was prowling through her pad just for cheap thrills.

It sounds to us like this wasn't just a run-of-the-mill burglar, but rather a deranged fan. Either way, Zoe is on top of the case. According to TMZ, she immediately contacted the LAPD and is cooperating with them fully in the investigation.

The part-Puerto Rican star has definite reason for concern. Now that she's broken up with her fiancée, Saldana is most likely living solo, which may not be the safest bet for an A-list actress.

Thankfully she's recently been linked to Bradley Cooper, who (judging by his A-Team action scenes) knows how to kick a little butt. Perhaps it's time to speed up their relationship and begin the cohabitation stage.

Do you think it was a stalker prowling through Zoe’s pad? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Burglaries, Celebrities, Chisme, popnews, Zoe Saldana

By Michael Lopez

Want to look like Kim Kardashian? Give Dr. Victor Ramirez a call and he can make it happen. Or at least that's what his billboard claims. The problem is, this Mexican plastic surgeon is using Kim as his poster child without her permission.

TMZ posted Ramirez' ad on their site and there is no doubt that Kardashian's face is plastered all over it. Apparently Kim has been made aware of the situation and she is NOT happy about it.

The reality diva is threatening to sue if Ramirez doesn't remove the billboards immediately. But that may be easier said than done. Dr. Victor's based out of Mexicali and their advertising rules differ quite a bit from what we're used to in America.

Nevertheless, we doubt many customers will buy into Ramirez' campaign. With his suspiciously low prices and questionable qualifications, his handiwork may get you resembling someone else.

Have you ever considered getting plastic surgery? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Chisme, Dr. Victor Ramirez, Health, Kim Kardashian, Lawsuits, plastic surgery, popnews

By Michael Lopez

Who knew the members of Los Tigres Del Norte would be stirring up controversy way into their 50's? Proving that you're never too old to have a song banned, Los Tigres have been ousted from Mexico's Chihuahua region over their signature track "La Reina del Sur."

"La Reina" first gained attention in the early 2000's, when it became a platinum-selling hit for the band. Its lyrics soon took on a life of their own and even inspired a hit novela of the same name. And that's undoubtedly where the controversy lies.

La Reina the series featured narco-violence and a powerful cartel leader played by Kate del Castillo. Chihuahua (which has been ravaged by the drug trade) feels the song is not appropriate for their region and have asked Los Tigres to stop performing it live.

The band members responded to the news with a bit of shock, telling fans that they will respect the government's wishes.

"With the news that the government from Chihuahua is vetoing us for having performed 'La Reina Del Sur' We want to make it clear that we had no knowledge about such prohibition until today," Los Tigres said in a statement. "That is why this veto comes as a surprise to us."

Do you think Chihuahua was right to ban the song? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Chihuahua, Chisme, La Reina Del Sur, Los Tigres Del Norte, Música, Mexico, popnews

By Michael Lopez

Ok, we're seriously hoping this latest chisme report is not true. After six months of PDA and Disneyland dates, rumors are circulating that Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling have gone their separate ways.

According to Perez Hilton, Gosling's iced the relationship, primarily because he "needs some time to think." Other reports have put Ryan in the arms of another woman, specifically an unnamed German model.

But Eva's reps aren't so quick to confirm the breakup. According to her peeps, the romance is still on. We're hopeful that's the case, especially after seeing the great onscreen chemistry these two seem to have.

Though they haven't been spotted together publicly in some time, there are still quite a few clues pointing to a rock solid romance. Gosling is currently in Thailand filming a new movie and Mendes was spotted in Bangkok just this past Thursday. Coincidence? We'll let you be the judge.

Do you think Ryan and Eva will last? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Blogger: Michael Lopez, Celebrities, Celebrity Couples, Chisme, Eva Mendes, popnews, Ryan Gosling