In tragic news, a photographer was killed on Tuesday in Los Angeles after being struck by a car while trying to take photos of Justin Bieber’s Ferrari. The paparazzo, whose identity has yet to be disclosed by police, was attempting to snap pics of the car which had been pulled over for a routine traffic stop. As he crossed Sepulveda Boulevard to head back to his vehicle, he was reportedly hit by another car. The photographer was taken to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, where he later died. Police are currently investigating the incident and no arrests have reportedly been made. Bieber has recently made a statement to E! News, saying, “While I was not present nor directly involved with this tragic accident, my thoughts and prayers are with the family of the victim. Hopefully this tragedy will finally inspire meaningful legislation and whatever other necessary steps to protect the lives and safety of celebrities, police officers, innocent public bystanders and the photographers themselves.”
Justin Bieber Paparazzi Killed
Justin and Selena: All the Latest News
As you probably know by now Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez broke up a couple weeks ago but it seems as if their relationship is far from over. Their post-breakup relationship started off on a good note on Thursday making it seem as if a reunion was not far off in the future. The couple were together at The Laugh Factory comedy club in Los Angeles. They arrived together at the comedy club in a van but entered seperately to ensure that they would not be photgraphed together. The next day, Friday, the couple decided on another date night but this one didn’t go as smoothly. Justin and Selena were spotted at Japanese restaurant Yamato in San Fernando Valley, CA for all of ten minutes before they left looking very serious and not at all happy. They each got into their seperate cars and drove off, continuing whatever seemed to go on at the restaurant at Gomez’s house. Things got more interesting once at Gomez’s house because she refused to let Justin in. This obviously upset the Biebs who starting yelling at the nearby paparrazi, annoyed that they were there and witnessing the whole thing. Considering all the commotion, Selena eventually came out but having enough Justin got in his car and left. Things were far from over though because Justin’s car was seen at Selena’s this morning. The reason behind the split reportedly stems from Gomez having trust issues with Bieber and both singers have had jealous moments that have caused bumps in the relationship. Who knows what other drama is in store for the couple.
Justin Bieber Paparazzo Charged In High-Speed Chase
Remember back on July 6th when Justin Bieber got a speeding ticket because he claimed a paparazzo was chasing him well the Biebs was telling the truth and the pap in question is now paying the price. The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office confirms to E! News that criminal charges have been filed against freelance photographer Paul Raef. The photographer faces four misdemeanor charges in all including following another vehicle too closely, reckless driving with the intent to capture pictures for commercial gain, reckless driving and failing to obey the lawful order of a peace officer. City attorney spokesman Frank Mateljan tells E! News the photog drove his Toyota Rav 4 in excess of 80 miles her hour while trying to keep up with the Bieber’s Fisker Karma electric sports car. The chase involved both vehicles darting across all lanes of a freeway and even riding on the shoulder, which forced other motorists to brake or swerve to avoid collision. California Highway Patrol eventually pulled Justin over, gave him a ticket, and released the popstar, but not before Raef sped off. About 30 minutes later, Justin called police to report he was being harassed on the interstate by the same Toyota. Officers eventually collared Raef after identifying his vehicle’s license plate in a downtown L.A. parking garage. If convicted, Raef could face up to one year in the county jail and fines up to $3,500.
Justin Bieber Accused of Battery
Justin Bieber may be in some hot water as Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a complaint that the Canadian superstar roughed up a paparazzo. The incident supposedly took place on Sunday at a suburban shopping center. The police were called to an outdoor shopping area in Calabasas by a photographer who reported having just been in an altercation with Bieber. Witnesses to the scene, TMZ, said the paparazzo was blocking Bieber’s car who was trying to leave and that a scuffle ensued after Bieber got out of his car, asked the man to leave, and the man refused. According to a press statement made by the sheriff’s department, the man said he was taking pictures of Bieber who was with girlfriend Selena Gomez, when the singer “physically battered” him. After complaining of pain, the man requested medical attention and was treated on the scene by paramedics and then taken to a local hospital where he was examined and later released. Justin’s rep has not yet responded to requests for comment.
2012 Billboard Music Awards
The 2012 Billboard Music Awards were last night but in case you missed the show I have a list of some of the winners
Top Artist: Adele
Top 100 Song: Party Rock Anthem by LMFAO
Top Billboard 200 Album: Adele, 21
Top Duo/Group: LMFAO
Top New Artist: Wiz Khalifa
Top Male Artist: Lil Wayne
Top Female Artist: Adele
Top Social Artist: Justin Bieber
Top 100 Artist: Adele
Top Billboard 200 Artist: Adele
Top Rock Artist: Coldplay
Top Country Artist: Lady Antebellum
Top Pop Artist: Adele
Top R&B Artist: Chris Brown
Top Rap Artist: Lil Wayne
Top Country Album: Jason Aldean, My Kinda Party
Top Alternative Artist: Coldplay
Top Latin Artist: Shakira
Top Dance Artist: Lady Gaga
Top Pop Album: Adele, 21
Top R&B Album: Beyonce, 4
Top Rap Album: Lil Wayne, Tha Carter IV
Top Rock Album: Coldplay, Mylo Xyloto
Top Alternative Album: Coldplay, Mylo Xyloto
Top Dance Album: Lady Gaga, Born This Way
Top Radio Song: Give Me Everything by Pitbull
Top Rock Song: Pumped Up Kicks by Foster the People
Top Alternative Song: Rolling in the Deep by Adele
For a complete list of all the winner from all the categories plus all the nominees and everything else about the show go to: www.billboard.com/bbma
Did Justin and Selena Break Up?!
Rumors went into overdrive yesterday that Justin seemingly broke up with Selena via Twitter. The reasoning behind all the rumors was a tweet that read “Thank you for the time I had with you but now I have to move on” which has since been deleted. The singer’s rep went on record saying the tweet was a fake and never on his account. To further support the rep’s statement a website called Celebrity Tweet archives all posts (even deleted ones) sent out by celebs via their Twitter handles. The mysterious breakup tweet is nowhere to be found on the website. Unfortunately the celebrating that all the tween girls obsessed with Bieber no doubt did was short-lived.
