Celebrity Scoops…updated 8.16.12

While promoting his film “Hit and Run,” Bradley Cooper exclaimed “That’s awesome!” about his ex Jennifer Aniston’s engagement to Justin Theroux. Aniston was reportedly bummed out when her brief dating period ended with Cooper when he began to see Renee Zellweger in 2009. “She wanted to turn her date into something,” an insider told Us Weekly. But Theroux now “makes her feel safe and secure when she’s with him. A lot of her insecurities melt away.” She also reportedly cried when Theroux proposed .Well Bradley is so freakin’ hot, any chick would be at least a little insecure!

“Big Bang Theory” actress Mayim Bialik was in a serious car accident yesterday afternoon in an intersection in L.A. She sustained major damage to her left hand, according to TMZ, and “her finger was almost completely severed.”

Lady Gaga wrapped in meat

She likes her furs and she’s not apologizing for it. In fact, Lady Gaga – the one who once donned a meat dress – is defending her recent donning of dead animal coats! Firing back at critics who started some Little Monster backlash, she declared, “I want you to know that I care deeply about your feelings and views and I will always support your philosophies about life. I do not, however, support violent, abusive and childish campaigns for ANY CAUSE” (referring to the Kim Kardashian flour bombing. “Save your flour to make bread for the children who are hungry.” Don’t agree with her, but she kind of has a point about the violent/childish factor!

Can you believe two men actually want Michaele Salahi??? TMZ reports a settlement has been reached between suitors. Tareq Salahi sued Journey guitarist Neal Schon for $50 million for stealing his wife…and business opportunities she brought to their marriage, like reality shows. The battle, however, is now over, as Schon reached an undisclosed agreement with Tareq and all matters are now “resolved.” I’d give her back if I were Neal!

Rihanna fans are eagerly awaiting her interview with Oprah Winfrey on OWN Sunday. The 24-year-old, who prerecorded it, apparently told the host about Chris Brown, “I just felt like he made that mistake because he needed help…everybody’s going to say he’s a monster…and I was more concerned about him.” RiRi also shows the Big O her former home and appears pretty down-to-earth chatting with old neighbors.

Has this been a long, weird week or what? Enjoy your Thursday – weekend is almost here! ‘Meantime, if you’re wondering how to keep your face fresh in the heat and rain, check out Mister Makeup’s brand new column, Flawless Summer Face!