Teri Hatcher's Friend -- Desperately Seeking Justice
Teri Hatcher is more deceitful than a housewife on Wisteria Lane -- this according to a new lawsuit filed by a former good friend.
Jennifer Glassman claims Hatcher convinced her to quit her PR job to become Vice Prez of Teri's production company -- and get 50% of all the spoils.
Here's the problem. Jennifer didn't get the deal in writing. According to the suit, after joining Teri's company, she was asked to sign a blank contract as a "formality," giving Teri the right to fire her at will ... which she did.
In the lawsuit filed in L.A. County Superior Court, Jennifer claims she was not only extremely competent, but forced to handle "Hatcher's mood swings and unusual requests." Among the requests -- scheduling doctors' appointments, planning parties, researching vacation arrangements and hiring a dog trainer.
Jennifer claims Hatcher fired her a few months before Teri got a big fat check for the launch of a website supported by Disney ... a website Jennifer claims she had a big part in creating.
The suit -- claiming fraud, intentional deceit, wrongful termination and emotional distress -- seeks unspecified damages.
UPDATE: We just got a statement from Teri's rep, who called the lawsuit a "ridiculous fabrication." Brad Cafarelli added, "It is unfortunate that the many opportunities Ms. Hatcher afforded the former employee are now being so implausibly twisted and contorted." Cafarelli says Teri and Disney will vigorously fight the suit, and nail Glassman with "substantial counterclaims ... for her reckless and premeditated misconduct on her departure."
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Marc Cherry -- More Proof I Never Hit Nicollette ...
"Desperate Housewives" creator Marc Cherry scored some high-powered support in his legal war with Nicollette Sheridan last night ... and it wasn't just because he paid for dinner.

Cherry and "Housewives" star Dana Delany chowed down together at Bouchon in L.A. -- on Marc's dime -- and while Marc wasn't talking about the lawsuit, Dana told us she'd never seen any violence on set and called him "a great boss."
As we previously reported, several members on the show's crew -- along with Eva Longoria -- also stand by their producer.
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All Rise For Eva!!!
Eva Longoria could be deciding who is responsible for a rear-ender!
TMZ spies spotted the "Desperate Housewives" star in the jury assembly room Monday at the downtown Los Angeles County Courthouse.
Longoria was dressed to impress in a tan coat, tight blue jeans, lookin' "smokin' hot." Our spy has to be hosed down after watching Eva yak it up on her cellphone.
Longoria was friendly enough to her fellow potential jurors, but we're told she hasn't been selected as a potential juror on a specific case.
Eva was there until after 4 p.m., which means she put in a full day, doing basically nothing.
Blood On the Set of 'Desperate Housewives'
A bloody and seemingly banged up Felicity Huffman was wheeled off the set of "Desperate Housewives" yesterday, as the cast and crew could only stare in amazement. But fear not D.H. fans, it's all part of the show.
The actress donned the battered housewife look for a dramatic scene in Canoga Park, Calif. No word on just who or what caused the injuries to Felicity's alter ego. Could this be the result of the much anticipated supermarket hostage situation promised by creator Marc Cherry? Guess we'll just have to wait and see!
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Make Room For A New Baby on Wisteria Lane!
It's official. TMZ has confirmed that newlyweds Marcia Cross and husband Tom Mahoney are expecting a child.
The couple, who married in late June, will welcome their first child in April 2007. We're not quite sure how the writers of "Desperate Housewives" will work around Bree's growing bump, or if they might actually write the pregnancy into the script. Guess we'll all have to watch to see how it all unfolds.
One thing we are sure of is that we're thrilled for those two and can't wait to help welcome this bundle of joy into the world!
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'Desperate Housewives' The Game
The 11th Annual E3 tradeshow hit LA this week, showcasing the latest games in the industry. The convention revealed some of your favorite TV shows and movies are getting into the game business.
Among TV programs set to get a makeover: "Family Guy," "24" and even "Desperate Housewives." The hit comedy may not seem like the obvious choice but according to producer Mary Schuyler, it's perfect fodder for an adaptation.
Big screen projects undergoing a gaming transformation include Al Pacino's "Scarface," as well as the upcoming animated film "Flushed Away."
E3 concludes its three-day run tonight.
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