DJ AM FILMED REALITY SERIES ABOUT DRUG ISSUES BEFORE HIS DEATH

Tragic DJ AM was putting the finishing touches to an MTV reality series about drug abuse and intervention when he died on Friday (28Aug09).

The former drug abuser was shooting Gone Too Far, which was set to air later this year (09).

Ironically, he suffered a reported drug overdose in his New York apartment and was found dead on Friday evening.

The New York Post is reporting that drug paraphernalia was found in the apartment.

In a recent interview about Gone Too Far, with U.S. TV news show Extra, DJ AM - real name Adam Goldstein - reflected on the need for intervention for drug abuse, stating, "It's life or death, some of these people have come so close to dying, just as I did... I had no shot, but it's never too late."

It is not known if MTV will air the eight episodes of Gone Too Far DJ AM shot before his death.

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GOLDSTEIN SUFFERED 'DAILY STRUGGLE' TO COPE

ADAM 'DJ AM' GOLDSTEIN spoke of his "daily struggle" to cope with life just weeks before his tragic death from a suspected drug overdose.

The DJ survived a plane crash that claimed the lives of four people in September last year (08) - but the incident left him deeply traumatised.

Last month (Jul09), he spoke of his battle to come to terms with the fact that he and Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker survived the horror accident in South Carolina while others died.

Goldstein said, "There's no reason why I should have lived or why I lived and they didn't. And it's something I struggle with every day."

The DJ was found dead on Friday (28Aug09) at his New York apartment, where authorities reportedly found drug paraphernalia.

Goldstein was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1973 and lived a troubled childhood, turning to food to deal with an abusive father he later learned was gay and a drug addict.

By his early 20s, Goldstein had fallen into a deep depression, battling an addiction to crack cocaine that took hold of his life and eventually drove him to attempt suicide at 24.

The star put a loaded gun in his mouth and pulled the trigger but the weapon jammed, a moment he later described as a turning point that prompted him to eventually give up drugs and undergo gastric bypass surgery to drastically lose weight.

He gained early fame for his involvement with the rock band Crazy Town, but grabbed even more headlines after embarking on a relationship with Lionel Richie's daughter Nicole, to whom he was engaged in 2005.

His career picked up speed as he found work remixing on albums for stars including Madonna and Will Smith, while booking live work scratching at A-list private parties for Jennifer Lopez, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore, among others.

He also collaborated with Travis Barker as the hip-hop-rock duo TRV$DJAM, but their careers were halted and lives changed forever after the horrific plane crash in South Carolina.

Barker and Goldstein, the only survivors of the tragedy, were admitted to a Georgia hospital in critical condition with severe burns.

Goldstein's ex-girlfriend, pop star Mandy Moore, rushed to be by his bedside as he recovered, and the pair briefly reconciled their relationship before breaking up in December 2008.

He made his live comeback performing alongside rapper Jay-Z on stage in October (08), but when he sued the jet company two months later, his lawsuit revealed he was seeking damages for "pain, suffering, mental anguish, psychological and emotional distress, disfigurement and pre-impact fear of death and burning".

The recovering addict admitted he was seeking psychological help to come to terms with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, telling People.com he had nightmares about a man chasing him with a blowtorch.

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DJ AM DEATH LEAVES CLUB BOSS DEVASTATED

Las Vegas entrepreneur and casino owner GEORGE MALOOF has joined the list of celebrities and friends paying tribute to ADAM 'DJ AM' GOLDSTEIN, who died on Friday (28Aug09).

The DJ was booked to perform at the Rain Nightclub inside Maloof's Palms Casino on Friday night.

A statement from Maloof reads, "I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of DJ AM. He was our resident DJ at Rain Nightclub at the Palms Casino Resort. We considered him a friend and a great artist. He will truly be missed."

Goldstein was found dead in his New York apartment, after reportedly suffering a drug overdose. He was 36.

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REZNOR EXPLAINS WHY HE'S QUIT TOURING

Rocker TRENT REZNOR has defended his decision to quit touring with NINE IN NAILS, revealing it's a rebellion against music industry greed.

The band has announced it's long-winded farewell tour will come to an end after concerts in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles this year (09).

Reznor insists the band will continue to make new music, but he wants to escape the gruelling greed-inspired process of promoting records on long, gruelling tours.

He tells Blabbermouth.net, "I got into this because I felt that I had something to say; it wasn't to get rich and it wasn't to get famous. But in the climate today, there are people nudging me towards, 'OK, you've made some money, let's make more money.' And you make money touring.

"But I find that, as a 44-year-old man, that's not really what I want to do all the time. I'm not saying I don't enjoy playing shows, but I don't need to do it for a year, living the same day over and over again. My time would be much better spent creatively, rather than sitting on a tour bus because it's a money-making machine."

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CLARKE TOTALS BRAND NEW CAR

THE ENEMY rocker TOM CLARKE was left red-faced after crashing his brand new sports car - less than a week after purchasing it.

The frontman drove his TVR 350c off a busy road, before spinning out of control and smashing into a pole.

He says, "I'd only had the car four days! I lost it in the outside lane of the A90 (U.K. road) on my way to Aberdeen (Scotland). The car spun four times before hitting a barrier, then it left the road and went over a bollard before wrapping around a parking sign."

The star has released a photo of his wrecked vehicle as a warning to fans to drive safely, admitting he was lucky to have walked away with his life: "Amazingly, there were no injuries. The crash felt like when you fall over trying to put your boxers on!"

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BROWN IS A WANNABE FITNESS TRAINER

Former SPICE GIRL MELANIE BROWN is so eager to help people get fit, she's applying to become a personal trainer.

The singer insists she is in the best shape of her life and after releasing her own fitness DVD, she wants to encourage people to shape up by working out with them on a personal basis.

The 34 year old is preparing to begin a two-month fitness instructor's course, beginning in September (09), before planning her own high-energy exercise classes.

A source tells Britain's Daily Mirror, "(Brown) has never felt fitter, faster or stronger. Unlike some celebrities who endorse fad diets and daft fitness regimes, Mel is into old-fashioned sweat and tears to get results.

"She's had a few PT (personal training) sessions and decided to get qualified herself and help others achieve the perfect body.

"In addition, she's launching a Totally Fit class, inspired by her best-selling DVD after becoming a Fitness First (U.K. gym) ambassador.

"She'll be working with industry experts to create a high-octane, fast-paced class, and will hopefully launch the programme herself, demonstrating to other instructors."

According to the publication, Brown will launch her classes in London next spring (10).

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THE BLOB RETURNS

Classic horror B movie THE BLOB is heading back to the big screen - thanks to rocker-turned-film maker ROB ZOMBIE.

Zombie is writing, directing and producing a $30 million (£20 million) remake of the 1958 film, about an alien jelly that lands in a small town and consumes its human inhabitants.

The filmmaker reveals he plans to take the classic story in a different direction.

Zombie tells Variety.com, "My intention is not to have a big red blobby thing - that's the first thing I want to change. That gigantic Jello-looking thing might have been scary to audiences in the 1950s, but people would laugh now. I'd been looking to break out of the horror genre, and this really is a science fiction movie about a thing from outer space. I intend to make it scary, and the great thing is I have the freedom once again to take it in any crazy direction I want to."

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LOHAN AND DAD MAKE PEACE

LINDSAY LOHAN has prompted rumours she's patched up her rift with her dad MICHAEL, after the pair was spotted on a California shopping spree.

Dad and daughter have enjoyed a rocky relationship since Michael split from Lohan's mother Dina and his subsequent spell in jail after crashing his car while drunk.

Michael then vocally disapproved of his daughter's lesbian relationship with DJ Samantha Ronson, suggesting the Brit was a bad influence on Lohan.

But a sighting of the pair shopping for jewellery together suggests they've made peace.

Lohan Sr jetted to his daughter's side last weekend (23-24Aug09) after her home was burgled, vowing to help catch the culprits.

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KARDASHIAN LANDS DEAL WITH 50 CENT'S FRAGRANCE COMPANY

Reality TV star KIM KARDASHIAN has an unlikely coach preparing her for the launch of her first perfume - she's signed a deal with 50 CENT's fragrance company.

The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star will compete with with an endless line of celebrities from Britney Spears to Pamela Anderson when her new scent hits shelves next spring (10).

However, Kardashian insists her as yet unnamed fragrance will be unlike other A-list endorsements, after inking a deal with the rapper's company, Lighthouse Beauty - which will also market and distribute a line of 50 Cent-inspired colognes later this year (09).

She tells Women's Wear Daily, ?What?s so different about their approach is that they have worked so closely with me on all aspects of my fragrance, the bottle, the juice?so I can develop a product that truly represents me and speaks to my fans?.the fragrance really captures who I am.?

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DUNST SPARKS ALCOHOL RELAPSE FEARS

Actress KIRSTEN DUNST is drinking again after a year-and-a-half-long battle to stay sober, according to a U.S. report.

The Spider-Man star was thought to be alcohol-free since a spell in rehab last year (Feb08) - but a sighting of Dunst drinking in a Los Angeles bar on 18 August (09) have sparked fears for her health, reports the National Enquirer.

A source tells the tabloid, "She told (a companion) to order her a double vodka on the rocks... (he) held her by the arm to keep her stable. Even though she was wasted, she looked like she was trying to hide her drink in her jacket as she walked toward a couch. But minutes after she sat down, Kirsten gulped her drink."

A spokesperson for the 27-year-old actress had not responded to requests for comment as WENN went to press.

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PRESTON TOO GRIEF-STRICKEN TO TALK ABOUT SON'S DEATH

JOHN TRAVOLTA's wife KELLY PRESTON has cancelled plans to talk in public about the death of the couple's son JETT, because she's still wracked with grief.

Jett died suddenly in January (09) after suffering a seizure during a family holiday in the Bahamas. He was 16.

Preston had agreed to break her silence about his death at a women's conference in October (09), hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger's wife Maria Shriver, but the actress has backed out.

She explains in a statement, "It is with my sincere apologies that I must pull out from speaking at the conference. I am sorry, but I truly believed that I could do it. Otherwise I never would have said that I could. But I am still deeply in the process of healing, and it's just too soon."

Shriver, who is mourning the recent deaths of her mother Eunice Kennedy, and uncle Senator Edward Kennedy, has released her own statement, sympathising with Preston's anguish: "I know how hard it was for Kelly to make this decision and she has my complete support and understanding."

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NOEL GALLAGHER QUITS OASIS

NOEL GALLAGHER has sensationally quit OASIS after a dramatic pre-concert fight with his bandmate brother LIAM.

The Wonderwall rockers had a massive bust-up backstage at the Rock en Seine festival in Paris, France, on Friday (28Aug09) just minutes before they were due to perform.

It's claimed singer Liam smashed one of Noel's guitars, sending his brother into a fury. After a confrontation, a raging Noel stormed out and announced he has quit the band.

Noel says he is both sad and relieved to be walking away from Oasis after 18 years.

In a statement on the band's official website, he wrote: "It's with some sadness and great relief to tell you that I quit Oasis tonight.

"People will write and say what they like, but I simply could not go on working with Liam a day longer.

"Apologies to all the people who bought tickets for the shows in Paris, Konstanz and Milan."

Disappointed fans at Rock en Seine were told about the cancellation on giant screens with a message explaining that "an altercation within the band" was to blame.

Singer Amy McDonald also posted an account of the brothers' tussle on her Twitter.com page: "Cancelled again with one minute to stage time!!! Liam smashed Noel's guitar, huuuge fight!"

The split comes just days after Oasis axed a headline slot at the U.K.'s V Festival on Sunday (23Aug09), blaming Liam's throat infection. The band was nearing the end of its current world tour, which has been riddled with reports of battles between the brothers.

Earlier this week (begs24Aug09) they were forced to release a statement denying split rumours. It read, "Oasis will complete the rest of the world tour in Europe and then take some well-earned time off before they begin to think about the next album and tour."

Oasis formed in Manchester, England in 1991, and were the biggest band of the U.K.'s Britpop movement in the 1990s. They sold more than 50 million records worldwide and had eight Number One singles in the British charts.

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JACKSON DEATH RULED A HOMICIDE

MICHAEL JACKSON was killed by a cocktail of strong prescription drugs, Los Angeles' County Coroner has sensationally ruled.

In an announcement made on Friday (28Aug09), Jackson's death was ruled a homicide and blamed on the "acute" presence of the anaesthetic Propofol and anti-anxiety drug Lorazepam in his system.

The superstar had also taken Midazolam (Versed), Diazepam (Valium), Lidocaine (topical anaesthetic) and Ephedrine prior to his death on 25 June (09).

The full autopsy report has not been released.

The final coroner's report, including the toxicology report, will remain on security hold, pending release by the Los Angeles Police Department, reports TMZ.com.

The Jackson family has, meanwhile, released a statement, praising the findings. It reads, "The Jackson family again wishes to commend the actions of the Coroner, the LAPD and other law enforcement agencies, and looks forward to the day that justice can be served."

The ruling looks set to kickstart a manslaughter investigation, with the spotlight on Jackson's personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray - who is accused to administering Propofol to help the star sleep the night before he died.

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DJ AM FOUND DEAD

ADAM 'DJ AM' GOLDSTEIN has been found dead in his New York apartment, after suffering a reported drug overdose.

Police broke into his home on Lafayette Street in Lower Manhattan at 5.20pm on Friday evening (28Aug09) after they were alerted by a concerned friend who had been unable to reach him for several days, reports TMZ.com.

The New York Post is reporting that drug paraphernalia was found in the apartment.

Goldstein's death, at the age of 36, comes nearly a year after he and Travis Barker were involved in a plane crash in South Carolina that killed four people. He suffered severe burns when the Learjet burst into flames after overshooting the runway.

The star, who famously dated Nicole Richie and Mandy Moore, had battled drug addiction in the past and revealed earlier this year he had attempted suicide while high on crack cocaine when he was aged 24.

No more information is available as WENN goes to press.

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DJ AM'S FRIENDS' TWITTER TRIBUTES

ADAM 'DJ AM' GOLDSTEIN's famous friends have taken to the internet to register their shock and grief, following reports of his death.

Police found the star's body at his New York apartment on Friday (28Aug09) evening after he had suffered a reported drug overdose.

Just minutes after the news broke, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Ashton Kutcher, Lindsay Lohan signed into their Twitter.com accounts and responded to the news.

Lohan wrote, "I can't believe this.. i'm in shock. why? why? r.i.p. adam."

Diddy added, "DJ AM rest in peace."

Kelly Osbourne wrote, "I just cant believe that adam (dj.am) is gone i dont want to believe it im in shock. he was one of the most genuine people i have ever met!"

Shanna Moakler, whose ex-husband Travis Barker survived a fatal plane crash with Goldstein last year (08), was among the first to Tweet, writing, "My deepest condolences for DJ AM, you were a great artist and will be severely missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends."

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CONRAD MURRAY'S LAWYERS REQUEST AUTOPSY RESULTS

Lawyers representing MICHAEL JACKSON's doctor have requested a copy of his autopsy results, just hours after a coroner ruled the superstar's death was a homicide.

Los Angeles County Coroner's Office announced on Friday (28Aug09) that Jackson was killed by the cocktail of drugs administered to him in the hours before his death. The primary cause of death was listed as "acute Propofol intoxication", referring to the strong anaesthetic Jackson used to help him sleep.

The homicide ruling will intensify the investigation into the star's personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray, who was with the Thriller legend on the day he died.

According to the Associated Press, Murray's lawyer Ed Chernoff has swiftly requested more information about the autopsy results - which have not been released in full. He tells the AP he needs to know the exact levels of drugs in Jackson's system.

Chernoff also criticised authorities for not releasing autopsy and toxicology results, describing the move as "gamemanship".

The lawyer added that Murray was not surprised by Friday's findings, claiming they are in line with what he told police.

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FASCINATING FACT:

FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE star FLORENCE WELCH proved her daredevil credentials at the U.K.'s READING FESTIVAL on Friday (28Aug09) - she climbed 30 feet (nine metres) up a stage support and dangled from the girder by one hand during her set.

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BOLTON AND GAGA FORM UNLIKELY ALLIANCE

Veteran crooner MICHAEL BOLTON found an unlikely writing partner to help him with his new album - pop sensation LADY GAGA.

Bolton had no idea who the Poker Face hitmaker was when she approached him to offer her services, shortly before her career exploded.

He explains, "I was taking a break from production when my manager and the label tag-teamed me on the phone about writing with a young artist named Lady Gaga who I had never heard of - but they were raving about - they said that she was a huge fan of mine and wanted to write with me."

The pair gelled and Bolton's convinced great things beckon for Gaga: "When I met her in the studio later that night, I realised she was not only about to have a big hit record but Gaga was a superstar about to launch - her energy was so high and her focus excited me. She reminded me of a young Madonna - with more exuberance and emphasis on the art rather than the marketing."

Their collaborations will feature on One World One Love, which hits stores next month (Sep09).

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BROWN'S POST-SENTENCING PARTY LANDS NIGHTCLUB IN TROUBLE

CHRIS BROWN's post-sentencing celebration this week has landed a Los Angeles nightclub in trouble - because he was partying underage.

The R&B star shocked fans on Tuesday (25Aug09) when he was snapped dancing in Hollywood club Guys & Dolls, just hours after he was handed a five year probation order, six months hard community labour and ordered to stay away from Rihanna, who he was convicted of assaulting.

A spokesperson confirmed on Friday (28Aug09) Brown's actions breached his probation, because the 20 year old was in an over-21 venue.

And now the hotspot's bosses are facing an investigation from Alcohol Beverage Contol, because they allowed an underage reveller in.

The ABC confirms to TMZ they are "looking into reports that are surfacing regarding an underage individual in Guys and Dolls".

If proven, the club's owners could lose their liquor license.

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DJ AM FOUND DEAD

ADAM 'DJ AM' GOLDSTEIN has been found dead in his New York apartment, after suffering a reported drug overdose.

Police broke into his home on Lafayette Street in Lower Manhattan at 5.20pm on Friday evening (28Aug09) after they were alerted by a concerned friend who had been unable to reach him for several days, reports TMZ.com.

The New York Post is reporting that drug paraphernalia was found in the apartment.

Goldstein's death, at the age of 36, comes nearly a year after he and Travis Barker were involved in a plane crash in South Carolina that killed four people. He suffered severe burns when the Learjet burst into flames after overshooting the runway.

The star, who famously dated Nicole Richie and Mandy Moore, had battled drug addiction in the past and revealed earlier this year he had attempted suicide while high on crack cocaine when he was aged 24.

No more information is available as WENN goes to press.

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