See why we’re having a crispy bagel with our brew:
• Wendy Williams is the latest celebrity set to strip down to her birthday suit for PETA. The talk show host will join PETA’s “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaign, which already includes a star-studded roster. Her official campaign photo is expected to debut the week after Thanksgiving. According to reports, Williams used to be an avid fur and leather wearer, but changed her mind after PETA began campaigning. [NY Post]
• Kanye West and Alicia Keys are just two of the major acts set to rock Madison Square Garden to help Sandy victims. The Concert for Sandy Relief will also include Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and Bon Jovi. It’s unclear when tickets for the December 12 event will be available. [Perez Hilton]
• Tyler Perry has written a special forward to a book intended to help men deal with life after sexual assault. Joining Forces: Empowering Male Survivors to Thrive is written by Dr. Howard Fradkin. Perry’s so committed to the issue, he wrote his forward for free. He hopes the book will encourage boys to speak out about their past experiences. [EURweb]
• Jesse Jackson Jr. is continuing treatment for his bipolar disorder. The news come days after it was announced he was leaving the Mayo Clinic, where he’s been for quite some time. Jackson’s current location remains unclear. His staff also said they’re unsure when he will be well enough to return to work, despite winning re-election last week. [Grio]