Hollywood Headlines: A crazy week in review

Based on the crushing crowds and deafening squeals from the legions of twi-hards in line, it was obvious that “New Moon” would be banking high box office returns this week. Movie insiders have now confirmed that the Twilight sequel has done more than that -- it has reportedly beat the record that “Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince” set this summer, with more than $22.2 million worth in ticket sales. Team Vampire wins!  (Matt Sayles / Associated Press)

Controversial R&B singer Chris Brown launched into a tirade via Twitter regarding his new album’s availability, or lack thereof, and then up and disabled the account. Quitting Twitter seems to be the trendy thing to do these days, and maybe he was disappointed when he didn’t see an immediate spike in album sales, but we have to wonder if there isn’t a more productive way to promote your new album, like say, a old-fashioned press junket?  (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)

Sarah Palin‘s much-anticipated appearance on “Oprah” wasn’t quite the showdown that some had hoped for. Rather, the former VP hopeful displayed more of her signature (and somewhat baffling) “water-off-a-duck’s-back” resiliency.  (Al Grillo / Associated Press)

“Basic Instinct” beauty Sharon Stone turned up the deviancy dial again this week, posing topless (and black leather-clad) for Paris Match Magazine. Although nudity is nothing exactly shocking from the actress, we are a bit gob-smacked at how good a 51-year-old can look in bondage gear. Want to take a gander at the photos? We’re sure Google will be more than happy to assist.  (Bryan Bedder / Getty Images)

People Magazine has bestowed the honor of “Sexiest Man Alive” to Johnny Depp. We bestowed the honor of “Most Obvious Celebrity Superlative” to People Magazine.  (Robyn Beck / AFP, Getty Images)

Tila Tequila’s emotional turmoil apparently reached a boiling point this week when the Singapore-born TV personality stripped down and gave her UStream audience an eyeful. Tequila later blamed the incident on “anxiety” induced by the alleged physical abuse she suffered from ex-boyfriend Shawne Merriman. Let’s get this girl some help, OK?  (Jason Merritt / Getty Images)