Los Angeles, CA -- More proof that reality shows simply use the same people over and over. Next week, "Blind Date" will air dates featuring Toni, a recent "Paradise Hotel" reject and Robert, an Arnold Schwarzenegger soundalike who is currently a suitor on "Cupid."

LONDON -- Reports that Gwyneth Paltrow will soon marry Coldplay singer Chris Martin are greatly exaggerated. Chris recently told a radio interviewer that wedding rumors are complete "rubbish" especially the one about "Darth Vader giving her away."

WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New Zealand rugby fans will be lending their cheers to the final "Lord Of The Rings" film this Saturday (Aug. 16). Sound technicians for the film are asking rugby fans attending a big game to stay afterwards to record screams and stomps that will be used in battle scenes for "Return Of The King."

HOLLYWOOD -- Sonic Youth will be the cock of the "RockWalk" on Monday (Aug. 18). They'll be inducted into Hollywood's RockWalk, a sidewalk gallery dedicated to honoring artists who made a contribution to Rock 'n' Roll.

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