Young celebrities Rumer Willis, Pete Wentz, Wilmer Valderamma, Kristin Cavallari, Christina Milian, Josie Maran, and Corbin Bleu are starring in new ads for Op clothing, in a line that will only be available at Walmart stores.

Does that look like Rumer Willis at all to you in the header? That’s one of the official photos, and unless someone told me I never would have guessed it was her. It could be the, uh, angle of the photo, but her face just doesn’t look the same.

Here’s part of the press release along with some behind the scenes photos from the OP Website.

The campaign has a classic Op feel with the celebrities hanging out at the beach, at a ghost-town ranch and hitting the “OPen Road” in a vintage VW bus. Bringing back Op’s signature heritage pieces from the 70s, but with a younger, hipper flair, the seven celebrities showcase the collection in a
variety of upbeat, light-hearted scenes. They form a human pyramid, ride bikes and skateboards and play in the surf. The on-set chemistry was infectious and all relished in their roles as California kids on a road trip, even riding in one trailer from set to set.

Rumer Willis stated, “When you think of LA and the classic surfer beach vibe, you think of Op. The Op collection does a great job representing that lifestyle.”

Pete Wentz stated, “Everyone can wear Op and its cool. Fashion should make you comfortable and that is what Op does.”

In addition to the campaign, the celebrities will host a launch party in California later this spring and make personal appearances on behalf of the brand.

[PRNewsWire via Gossip Rocks]

It’s not a bad idea to make a young celebrity soup and have them all represent a clothing line. I’m surprised Op is still around, though. I remember wearing those graphic t-shirts in eighth grade.

And as for Wilmer Valderrama, it’s nice to see that his career is about on par with Rumer Willis. He hasn’t done much since he told Howard Stern all the dirt on his female partners. He’s had a few crappy films, and is also the voice of preschooler favorite “Handy Manny” on the Disney Channel. He also has his own clothing line, Calavena, which he claims is designed to help men emphasize their chests and hide their asses. It is no longer carried at Kitson.

Mandy Moore has called Wilmer Valderrama’s tell-all interview on Howard Stern, in which he suggested he took her virginity, “tacky” and “untrue”:

Jennifer Love Hewitt denied Valderrama’s claims earlier, saying she “would have loved to have been there!”

Mandy Moore is in the finishing stages of her latest album, and says on her official website that “Things are really heating up and I’m so anxious to get out there and share this music with you all.” She also has harsh words for whoever started a rumor that she was in rehab, saying ” If you’re gonna spread trash and gossip, there should be a line drawn on issues that you just don’t go near!”

Considering that we never heard that Moore was in rehab, she shouldn’t have justified the rumor with a response.

Here she is the June, 2006 issue of Elle magazine.

Photos from [mooreofmandy.com]

Nick Lachey’s new album “What’s Left of Me” is a clear and heartbreaking exploration of his very public breakup from fellow singer Jessica Simpson. Critics are saying the music is decent pop, if a bit melodramatic and depressing:

Here’s the video for “What’s Left of Me.” It’s pretty good.

The NY Daily News is reporting that Nick decided not to respond to former miss Kentucky Lizzie Arnold, who he was supposedly dating in January. She was said to have sent him several voice and text messages in a vain attempt to get in touch with him before the Kentucky Derby. He was busy with Petra Nemcova the next day, so why would he bother with a past hookup?

Stars attending the CDs release party at Mood in Las Vegas last night include Sophia Bush, Drew Lachey, Wilmer Valderrama, Ryan McPartlin, Paris Hilton, Nicky Hilton, Ryan McPartlin, Sophie Monk, Stacey Keibler, Lance Bass, Traci Swain, Casey Swain and Bonnie Somerville.

That 70s show is ending its eight-year run with a finale to air May 18th. Aston Kutcher became famous during his run on the show. Topher Grace also made the transition to the big screen, while Wilmer Valderrama became known for screwing starlets:

The wrap party for the series was held on Saturday night in Los Angeles. Topher Grace was noticeably absent from the party but Ashton Kutcher showed up with his old lady, Demi Moore, and her daughter Rumer. Other cast and friends shown include Don Stark, Kurtwood Smith, Laura Prepon, Mila Kunis, Debra Jo Rupp, Wilmer Valderrama, Josh Meyers, Chris Masterson and Melissa Joan Hart.

Paris was just linked with USC quarterback Matt Leinart after it was announced yesterday that she broke up with Stavros Niarchos. She’s not wasting any time because she showed up at a party at Pure nightclub at Ceasar’s Palace last night to celebrate Leinart’s draft into the NFL. She even sang at the event.

Also attending were Nick Lachey, Danny Masterson, Wilmer Valderrama, Kimberly Kardashian, and Caroline D’Amor. View the e-vite for the event. (Warning - lauches automatic music.)

Leinart has been drafted to the Arizona Cardinals. He won the Heisman Trophy so he must be hot shit.

Here’s some quick sports background on Leinart.

Matt Leinart was said to be dating Kirsten Cavallari at one time, but just like Nick Lachey, Cavallari said that they were only friends. Leinart has a blog that centers around his football career.

He seems to have a good head on his shoulders and we doubt he and Paris will last.

Here are pictures from the party.

Update: Images removed upon request.

Mandy Moore stars in “American Dreamz,” an American Idol parady that hits theatres on April 21st. Hugh Grant, who admittedly loved watching lots of reality TV in preparation for his role, plays the nasty Simon Cowell-based judge. Willem Dafoe stars as the chief of staff to the President (Dennis Quaid) who decides to guest judge on the reality show talent competition.

Despite some unflattering pictures of Moore that came out recently, she looked svelte and pretty at the March 26 press conference for the film in New York.

Wilmer Valderrama keeps talking about his relationships with famous starlets. He toned down the details for a NY Times interview, but still dished the dirt in his tell-all style:

Valderrama also emphasized how he wants to take his career to the next level and challenge himself as an actor. Obviously talking about anal sex on Howard Stern is not going to get him far.

Here are Moore, Grant, and Dafoe at the American Dreamz press conference.