Barack Obama Hits It Out of the Park at DNC

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Barack Obama rocked the house with his official acceptance speech at Denver's packed Mile High Stadium on the final day of the Democratic National Convention. Amid thunderous cheers and applause, the first-ever African-American presidential nominee for a major party stood across from his wife and two young daughters to bask in the glow of a campaign for change.

"To the love of my life -- our next first lady -- Michelle Obama, and to Sasha and Malia -- I love you so much, and I'm so proud of all of you," he beamed, opening his "The American Promise" speech with the statement, "To all my fellow citizens of this great nation -- with profound gratitude, I accept your nomination for the presidency of the United States."

Obama expressed his thanks to "the historic slate of candidates who accompanied me on this journey," singling out Hillary Clinton, President Bill Clinton, Ted Kennedy and "the next Vice President of the United States, Joe Biden." He also referenced his historic speech at the DNC four years ago, in which he declared his humble beginnings and two parents from Kenya and Kansas who shared "a belief that in America, their son could achieve whatever he put his mind to."

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ET Confirms: David Duchovny in Rehab For Sex Addiction

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Thu Aug 28, 8:10 PM

ET confirms that David Duchovny has entered a rehabilitation center for sex addiction. 

"I have voluntarily entered a facility for the treatment of sex addiction," the "Californication" actor said in a statement to People.com, delivered by his lawyer, Stanton "Larry" Stein. "I ask for respect and privacy for my wife and children as we deal with this situation as a family."

The 48-year-old "X-Files" star has been married to actress Téa Leoni since 1997 and the couple has two children together. 

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Jennifer Hudson Belts Out 'Banner' for Barack

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Thu Aug 28, 7:23 PM

Jennifer Hudson belted out an amazing rendition of the national anthem Thursday afternoon at Mile High Stadium in Denver to kick off the final day of the Democratic National Convention.

Earlier this week, the 'Dreamgirls' Oscar winner and former "American Idol" contender broke the news to ET that she felt honored to sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" on the night Barack Obama accepts the nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention. Jennifer, who calls Barack a "great role model," said that she had never yet sang for such a large crowd.

"This is definitely one of the biggest honors for me," she told ET. "It's something that I've really wanted to do."

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Michael Phelps' 'Entourage' Run-In

Thu Aug 28, 7:08 PM

Eight-medal Beijing Olympic swimming champ -- and big "Entourage" fan -- Michael Phelps recently stumbled upon the set of HBO's hit series while it was filming in Midtown Manhattan. Seizing a great opportunity, series producer Doug Ellin immediately wrote the star athlete into the show with a cameo opposite the show's Kevin Connolly.

Phelps is a wanted man these days: He's been swarmed with commercial and showbiz offers, and will be hosting the season premiere of "Saturday Night Live" on September 13. The fifth season of "Entourage" kicks off Sunday, September 7 on HBO, with Phelps' appearance coming in a future episode.

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Kim Kardashian Talks Foot Injury and 'DWTS' at BlackBerry 'Curve' Party

Thu Aug 28, 5:31 AM

BlackBerry launched its new smart-phone, the pink Curve, in L.A. Wednesday, and ET was there as curvy Kim Kardashian helped ring in the pop-tech event! We got the low-down from Kim about her sliced foot and how well she hopes to perform on "Dancing With the Stars." Plus, don't miss our chats with Rebecca Gayheart, Sarah Chalke, and Marcia Cross, who gave us the latest "Desperate Housewives" dish!

"My foot is okay," Kim revealed to ET. "It's throbbing because I had to dance on it all day today. But it'll be okay."

And she says of her upcoming "Dancing" stint: "Hopefully I make it past the first week."

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Meet the New Cast of 'Survivor: Gabon'

Thu Aug 28, 3:10 AM

It will be hippos, gorillas and elephants, oh my! when "Survivor: Gabon -- Earth's Last Eden" premieres on Thursday, Sept. 25 on CBS. It is the 17th installment of the hit TV series and this season it was filmed in HD.

Today, CBS announced the 18 castaways and ET has your first look at the individuals who will be heading out on this African adventure as they try to outwit, outplay and outlast their competition to take home the $1 million prize as the Sole Survivor.

"In a strange coincidence to Earth's Last Eden -- good vs. evil emerges as a major theme this season. I think the audience will quickly identify with one group or the other," host Jeff Probst teases.

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