Nick Cannon Split with Kim Kardashian Over Sex Tape

Six years after splitting with Kim Kardashian, Nick Cannon came clean last week during an interview with Howard Stern. Asked about his 2006 relationship with the reality star, Cannon actually had glowing things to say - but also admitted that the infamous Kim Kardashian sex tape was to blame for the couple's demise.

 

"She told me there was no tape," Cannon said. “If she might have been honest with me, I might have tried to hold her down and be like ‘That was before me,’ because she is a great girl." Cannon went on to label Kardashian as "one of the nicest people you'll ever meet," but emphasized that the lie did them in. The America's Got Talent host - who has two adorable kids with Mariah Carey, Monroe and Moroccan - also made the STUNNING accusation that Kim may have played a role in the Ray J video release. Kim was “a great businesswoman” he said, adding: “And I still think she might have even had a part to play with [it going public].” Shocking, we know. We'll give you a moment to lift your jaw up off the floor...

Kanye West to Krash Kardashian Khristmas

Left out of the Kardashian family Christmas card, Kanye West will not be left out of the clan's annual holiday tradition. Speaking to E! News, Rob Kardashian detailed how he and his relatives handle December 25 every year, from a "really big party" on Christmas Even to everyone sleeping over at the house and waking up at 6 a.m. the next morning. "They all make breakfast, all the girls. We watch basketball. It's a family day."

And will the man who may someday slip a ring on the finger of Kim Kardashian be included? "Christmas is home, so everyone will be home and we'll all hang out together," Rob confirmed. Guess that means Scott Disick will be there, too. Sorry, everyone else.

Victoria Soto, Connecticut Teacher, Dies a Hero Saving Students

Out of the horror of the Connecticut school shooting Friday came incredible acts of selflessness and bravery by teachers willing to sacrifice everything for their students. Kaitlin Roig was able to save her 14 students by barricading them in the closet. She also survived. Victoria Soto was just as heroic, but not so fortunate.

Soto, 27, a first-grade teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary School, ushered her students into a closet, placing her body between them and shooter Adam Lanza. "She was found huddled over her children, her students, doing instinctively what she knew was the right thing," her cousin Jim Wiltsie tells ABC News. "I'm proud that Vicki had the instincts to protect her kids from harm. It brings peace to know she was doing what she loved, protecting the children, and, in our eyes, she's a hero." Victoria Soto was among the six adults, all women, killed in the Connecticut shooting massacre that also took the lives of 20 children, 12 girls and eight boys. The gunman, 20-year-old Adam Lanza, took his own life. His mother was also killed in a different location, bringing the Newtown, Conn., death toll to 28 in all. "It doesn't surprise me at all that she would do this," Sabeena Ali, the parent of a girl who was in Soto's class two years ago, tells People magazine. Ali calls Soto a "vibrant young woman who loved the kids and would be with the kids and spend time with them and sit on the floor with them." Two years later, her daughter - now a third-grader - still idolized Soto. "Every day there was some new Miss Soto story we had to listen to: 'This is what she did, this is how wonderful she was today,'" says Ali. "She would bring in snacks for the kids and do special days."

Kate Middleton Nurse Hung Herself, Left Three Suicide Notes

Jacintha Saldanha, the nurse who committed suicide after the now-infamous Kate Middleton prank call left three notes before hanging herself, officials say. London authorities have released heartbreaking, disturbing new details about the December 7 suicide of Saldanha, a 46-year-old married mother of two.

A member of the coroner's office said that a hospital employee found Saldanha hanging by a scarf from a wardrobe in her room near King Edward VII Hospital. Detective James Harman also noted that Saldanha had injuries to her wrists, and two notes were found on the scene, and a third one near Saldanha's belongings. In investigating Jacintha Saldanha's suicide, authorities will analyze the notes, interview friends, family and colleagues and review emails and phone calls. Coroner Fiona Wilcox adjourned the case until March 26, expressing "my sympathies to her family and everybody who has been touched by this tragic death." Saldanha is survived by husband Ben Barboza, and their children, Junal, 17, and Lisha, 14. As Middleton, 30, was being treated for acute morning sickness, Saldanha answered the phone when two Australian DJs pranked the hospital last week. The Australian DJs impersonated Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles. Fooled by the hoax, Saldanha did as "they" requested, transferring the call to a colleague, who revealed confidential information about the pregnant royal. The DJs may face a probe in the case, but say they did nothing wrong - legally. They have publicly apologized for the Kate Middleton prank call, calling themselves "shattered, gutted, heartbroken" over Saldanha's suicide. Their show has also been canceled after they suspended themselves.

Ciara Nude Photos: Leaked, Meant for 50 Cent

Forget partying in Da Club. Check out what 50 Cent is about to receive for his birthday... Photos of Ciara nude have leaked online, as this singer reportedly posed in nothing but body paint as a gift for her on-again/off-again boyfriend's big day.

Media Takeout has the unedited photos of Ciara on its site, but this isn't a case of email or cell phone hacking for a change; the shots she staged along with a photographer have simply made their way online. 50 Cent celebrated his birthday in July. This same site has also been responsible for leaked pictures of Chris Brown, Travis Barker and Rihanna nude. Hey, we all have our niche, right?

Kate Middleton "Feeling Better" But Still Hospitalized With Morning Sickness

The pregnant Kate Middleton is “feeling better” after spending her second day hospitalized by severe morning sickness, but remains there at this time. Prince William, who reportedly spent hours with her yesterday, is “immensely grateful for the good wishes they have received,” a spokesman added.

Her parents, Michael and Carole, are reportedly “elated” about William getting Kate Middleton pregnant, but understandably worried about her condition. Carole Middleton and Kate’s sister, Pippa Middleton, also visited the queasy Duchess Tuesday. The Middletons found out Kate was expecting over the weekend when she began vomiting violently and a worried William drove her home to London. Queen Elizabeth II found out later Monday after William and Kate raced to the hospital, where the stricken princess was diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum, or HG. The malady impacts one in 50 expectant moms and can make pregnancy torture, but is not harmful to the baby; some speculate Kate may be expecting twins. Citing royal sources, the Daily Mail reported the Duchess is holding her own “but her symptoms of severe vomiting may last for much of her pregnancy.” Kate, who is 30 and believed to be about 12 weeks pregnant, is expected to remain in the hospital for several more days followed by a “period of rest” at home. She is reportedly on an IV drip to combat her dehydration and taking pills to stop the nausea. Here's wishing the lovely Duchess the best under the difficult physical circumstances, along with our congratulations on the forthcoming royal baby in 2013!

Kate Middleton: Pregnant With Twins?!

Along with Monday's joyous announcement that Kate Middleton is pregnant came news from the palace that the Duchess is in the hospital with severe morning sickness. Hyperemesis gravidarum is a rare, acute morning sickness resulting in weight loss; it accounts for about 2 percent of all morning sickness, according to doctors.

The condition is sometimes associated with women having twins, experts say. Hyperemesis gravidarum is believed to be caused by higher levels of the pregnancy hormone, hCG; Extra hCG can often be brought on by carrying more than one fetus. In other words, it could be a sign that Kate Middleton is pregnant with twins. Although there's very little data to go on, one study showed that women carrying twins had a 7.5 percent higher risk of experiencing the acute morning sickness. In any case, it poses little danger to the tiny heir(s), doctors said. Women diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum often lose 5 percent of their pre-pregnancy weight, or 10 pounds, but it is not indicative of troubling complications. It's traditionally thought that nausea and vomiting is a sign of a healthy pregnancy, even. That's not to say it isn't brutal for the mother-to-be to live through. Dr. Nancy Cossler, an OB/GYN at University Hospitals in Ohio, said the condition does not cause loss of pregnancy or birth defects, but is torture to endure. "The biggest problem with this is how it interferes with your life," Cossler said. "Constantly feeling sick and puking is obviously unpleasant and difficult." The extreme morning sickness is usually diagnosed about nine weeks into the pregnancy, and in most cases resolves itself by 16-20 weeks, according to experts. Kate Middleton's pregnancy is likely around the 12-week mark at this time. "As the pregnancy is in its very early stages, Her Royal Highness is expected to stay in hospital for several days and will require a period of rest thereafter," St. James Palace said. Prince William is at the hospital with Middleton, according to news reports. If she were carrying twins, the first-born would be the heir to the throne, regardless of gender. One can imagine the twins fighting in the whom over that distinction!

Kim Kardashian Kreates Khaos, Protests in Bahrain

According to The Associated Press, Kim Kardashian's visit to Bahrain has resulted in a bit of an uproar, as protests broke out just as this reality star was set to open a Millions of Milkshakes store in the area. And, no, they were not over this ridiculous Kim Kardashian outfit, donned by the brunette in Kuwait.

Kardashian fueled the fire when she Tweeted that Bahrain was "the prettiest place on earth," a remark re-Tweeted by that country's foreign minister. We really wish we were making that up. A reporter for The Associated Press witnessed protesters chanting "God is Great" near the shopping complex in Riffa where the milkshake shop was scheduled to open; they were cleared prior to Kardashian arriving there today. Before she departed, Kardashian created quite a stir when weighed in on the conflict between Israel and Palestine. She really has to get the heck out of there. We're pretty sure the Middle East doesn't need another reason to break into chaos.