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Sag Awards Soaking In The 'sunshine' (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:51:28 | Rate news: +0
AP - Another week, another awards show, and the Oscar situation looks as up in the air as ever. "Little Miss Sunshine," took the Screen Actors Guild's ensemble prize Sunday night, the group's equivalent of a best picture award. Top acting honors, however, went to obvious front-runners Forest Whitaker, Helen Mirren, Eddie Murphy and Jennifer Hudson.

Mcphee Shows Her Pop Side On New Cd (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:50:24 | Rate news: +0
AP - You might not recognize Katharine McPhee "American Idol" runner-up, as Katharine McPhee the recording star.

J-lo To Tap Into Her Latin Roots (reuters)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:49:46 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Jennifer Lopez catapulted her acting career with her starring role in "Selena," a biopic on the Latin Tejano star who sang in Spanish and was on the verge of an English-language crossover prior to her death. Ten years after "Selena," and following a multiplatinum recording career in English, Lopez is ready to sing en Espanol once again.

Model Niki Taylor Claims Slander In Suit (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:48:55 | Rate news: +0
AP - Niki Taylor filed a federal slander lawsuit against E! Entertainment for alleged intentional infliction of emotional distress with its profile of the model in the new series "Blvd. of Broken Dreams." The U.S. District Court suit, filed Friday, also alleged fraud, breach of contract and invasion of privacy claiming E! Entertainment representatives falsely claimed the show would focus on Taylor's current life.

Jermaine Jackson Wants Michael To Convert To Islam (reuters)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:48:21 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Jermaine Jackson said on Monday he wants his brother Michael to convert to Islam; and he believes the reclusive superstar has given it serious thought.

Rod Stewart's Crush On Camilla
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:46:23 | Rate news: +0
Rod Stewart has developed a crush on Prince Charles' wife Camilla, Duchess Of Cornwall after meeting her at a US gala.

Stewart performed for the couple at the VIP bash in Philadelphia - before being introduced backstage. And he admits to being blown away by the 59-year-old's looks.


Donald Trump Tells Britney Spears To Get Back To Work
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:45:53 | Rate news: +0
Pop princess Britney Spears should quit partying and get back to work - according to Donald Trump.

The business mogul believes the singer is wasting valuable time and letting her star fade, when she should be masterminding her comeback.


Sharon And Kelly Osbourne Thrown Off Nudist Beach
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:45:24 | Rate news: +0
Sharon and Kelly Osbourne were thrown off a nudist beach on a Spanish vacation - because they wouldn't strip.

The pair were stunned to be asked to leave the stretch of sand on the island of Mallorca.


Leonardo Dicaprio Doesn't Trust Oscars
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:44:57 | Rate news: +0
Leonardo DiCaprio refuses to let the Academy Awards affect the film roles he chooses - because he doesn't trust the Academy to pick the right winners.

The actor claims too often the best man misses out, so he has learned not to think about awards.


Jane Fonda Speaks At Anti-war Rally
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:44:27 | Rate news: +0
Jane Fonda attacked the war in Iraq at a rally in Washington DC on Saturday - 34 years after she famously campaigned against the Vietnam War.

The 69-year-old joined a 100,000-strong protest in the US capital, assembled after President George W. Bush's announced plans to send more troops to Iraq.


Martin Scorsese Likens Leonardo Dicaprio To Robert De Niro
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:42:30 | Rate news: +0
Leonardo DiCaprio has the talent to become the next Robert De Niro, according to mentor and director Martin Scorsese.

Scorsese and De Niro work together often - a relationship the director recently extended to DiCaprio, who has appeared in three of Scorsese's recent movies.


Fascinating Facts
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:41:59 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez recorded versions of Dean Martin's classic tune Sway in both Spanish and English for dance movie Shall We Dance? but her cuts of the song were replaced by the Pussycat Dolls on the soundtrack.

Que Hiciste, the first release from Jennifer Lopez new Spanish language album Como Ana Una Mujer, was originally written for her husband Marc Anthony over two years ago.

(This news article provided by World Entertainment News Network)

Santa Barbara Film Festival Pays Tribute To Will Smith
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:36:36 | Rate news: +0
Will Smith was honored with the Modern Master Award — an honor that says he is a master of his craft — at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

Jesse James To Pay $271,250 For Violating Air Quality Law
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:34:07 | Rate news: +0
His Long Beach motorcycle building shop, West Coast Choppers, sold more than 50 new or custom-built motorcycles between 1998 and 2005 that were not certified by the Air Resources Board, the agency said in a statement Friday.

Tom Waits Settles Lawsuit Over Alleged Soundalike In Ads
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:32:29 | Rate news: +0
The lawsuit was resolved "recently" in a state court in Frankfurt, Germany, but the settlement required other details be kept confidential, attorney Kevin Marks said. Waits will donate the "net settlement proceeds" to charity, Marks said.

Niki Taylor Sues E! For Alleged Slander In broken Dreams
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:30:17 | Rate news: +1
Last week's premiere episode of Blvd. of Broken Dreams was repeatedly shown on the cable network despite demands from Taylor's lawyers that it be pulled from the lineup.

"grey's" Star Thanks "the One In Rehab"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:27:47 | Rate news: +0
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Demi On Ashton: I'm One Lucky B***h!
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:26:35 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Awards/Awards Shows Demi Moore made it clear to her fans on the SAG red carpet last night: she knows she hit the man jackpot. On their way out of the awards show, Demi and Ashton waved and smiled at shouting fans. One envious fan screamed the obvious, saying, "You're so...

Lindsay Goes Christian ... Dior!
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:25:55 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Lindsay Lohan Lindsay Lohan fled rehab again this weekend for a shopping trip with her family.TMZ cameras spotted the rehabbing party girl at the Dior store with mom Dina and sister Ali, with Lindsay doing her best to hide under a beret and dark glasses. As the...

Brit Feeds Justin Rumors, Cam Pissed?
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:23:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Gossip/Rumors, Break-Ups, Celebrity Feuds The only thing happy these days about Britney Spears are the Happy Meals she's picking up from Mickey D's.Sources tell TMZ that Britney has been trying to phone former flame Justin Timberlake but he's not taking her calls -- and, as TMZ recently...

Lohan Breaks Wonderland
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:22:43 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Lindsay Lohan Lindsay Lohan's extraordinary privileges at Wonderland have now driven disgruntled residents out of the rehab facility. TMZ spoke with a recent ex-resident of the Wonderland house where Lohan has been, er ... staying, and said that making an early...

How Do You Say "overexposed" In Korean?
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:22:11 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Paris Hilton If there were videos of you in a bubble bath all over the Internet, you'd probably stay home for like a month. But this is Paris Hilton we're talking about here -- and she's had far worse videos hit the net. ParisExposed.com be damned, Hilton was...

Lc To Brody: Click It? Nah, F- It!
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:21:32 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird LC and Brody Jenner need to go back to driving school.The reality TV stars were spotted at Hyde on Sunday night, getting into the front seat of a friend's Rolls Royce Phantom, with Lauren Conrad sitting on her paramour's lap, sans seatbelt. As they...

Gay Star Sticks Up For Isaiah
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:20:35 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Train Wrecks Not every gay star hates Isaiah Washington Lesbian actress Tammy Lynn Michaels, partner of rocker Melissa Etheridge, is the first (and only) voice from Tinseltown's gay community to come out and defend the "Grey's Anatomy" pariah. In her blog,...

Piven Needs A Hug, Punks Photog
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:19:20 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: TV, Star Catcher, Awards/Awards Shows, Entourage Jeremy Piven is getting tired of hearing all the "Hug It Out" references. The "Entourage" star joked with paparazzi after the SAG Awards last night, telling them "I swear that's that first time I've ever heard that," after one yelled out "Ari Gold's"...

Scarlett And Selma Roll In Vegas
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:18:03 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Hot Vegas With no JT in sight, Scarlett Johansson and Selma Blair raged in Las Vegas this weekend. Spies tell TMZ that the duo, who co-starred in 2004's "In Good Company," started their Saturday night at sushi restaurant Social House at Treasure Island, then...

Nicolette Pulls A Sharon Stone
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:17:10 | Rate news: +20
Filed under: Star Catcher Nicolette Sheridan knows damn well what happens when an actress is photographed wearing a see-through shirt and no bra. She just doesn't care. The "Desperate Housewives" star gave the paparazzi a peep show on her way out of Ivy on Robertson over the...

Anne Heche Has Described Her Relationship With Her 'men In Trees' Co-star James Tupper As 'beautiful'.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:15:45 | Rate news: +0
<pre>The ‘Six Days and Seven Nights’ star filed for divorce from husband ColeyLaffoon earlier this month amid rumours she was having an affair with her TVco-star.Heche - who formerly dated chat show host Ellen DeGeneres - has notconfirmed she is dating Tupper but has said ‘we love each other’.She told US TV show ‘Entertainment Tonight’:

Drew Barrymore Sent Hugh Grant A Letter Of Support After He Was Arrested For Picking Up A Prostitute.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:14:56 | Rate news: +0
<pre>Hugh - who stars with Drew in new romantic comedy ‘Music and Lyrics’ - wastouched to receive the words of comfort from the ‘Charlie’s Angels’ starafter he was caught with vice girl Divine Brown on the Hollywood Boulevardin 1995, while dating actress Elizabeth Hurley.Hugh told Scotland’s Daily Record newspaper: ‘I had two incrediblysupportive letters from

'little Miss Sunshine' Scooped The Ensemble In A Film Prize At The 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards On Sunday (28.01.07).
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:14:20 | Rate news: +0
<pre>The low-budget comedy unexpectedly took home the prestigious accolade, whichis the ceremony’s equivalent of the Best Picture Oscar Greg Kinnear who plays stressed dad Richard in the film, expressed hisOscar hopes as he accepted the prize.He said: ‘I think we feel good. An Oscar would mean a great deal to us.Making a movie isn’t always a

Cate Blanchett Hated Her Husband When She First Met Him.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:11:51 | Rate news: +0
<pre>The ‘Notes on a Scandal’ star, who has been nominated for the BestSupporting Actress Oscar, insists it was anything but love at first sightwhen she and screenwriter Andrew Upton were introduced by a mutual friend in1996.Cate has revealed that Andrew wasn’t exactly smitten with her either.She told Britain’s Daily Express newspaper: ‘We didn’t like each

Carlisle Happy Without Chart Topping Success
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:07:45 | Rate news: +0
Belinda Carlisle is happy her chart-topping fame has ended, because she doesn’t miss the huge pressures that go hand-in-hand with being a pop sensation.The former GOGOS singer, 48, was a huge star in the 1980s but struggled to cope with the massive expectations placed on her.She says, "It was great for then but there were

Heche Speaks Out About Tupper Relationship
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:06:48 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Actress Anne Heche has spoken out about her relationship with JAMES TUPPER - but has refused to confirm she is dating her MEN IN TREES co-star.Heche, 37, split from her husband of five years COLEMAN LAFFOON earlier this month (JAN07), and she has been linked to Tupper in the US media ever since. The

Ugly Betty Star Jensen Weds In Secret
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:04:53 | Rate news: +0
UGLY BETTY actress Ashley Jensen wed her fiance TERENCE BEESLEY in a secret ceremony last week (22JAN06).The happy couple - who had dated for seven years - exchanged vows after eloping to a forest in Big Sur, California last Monday (22JAN07) to get married on Jansen’s day off.Speaking to US publication People, Jensen says the

Dietrich's Solo Saucy Audience
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:03:50 | Rate news: +0
Silver screen idol Marlene Dietrich was so poor towards the end of her life, she allegedly accepted money to sing to an obsessed fan over the phone - while he performed an act of self-gratification.In a collection of journals written by the German actress’ lifelong friend LEO LERMAN, he claims the ageing star was struggling

Grant Drank To Overcome Dance Nerves
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:02:52 | Rate news: +0
NOTTING HILL star Hugh Grant was so scared by the prospect of performing a dance scene for his new film, he decided to get drunk beforehand.The British actor stars in MUSIC AND LYRICS alongside DREW BARRYMORE, and a defining scene sees Grant performing in a music video.And he admits he has no talent as a

Blanchett Used Humour To Land Husband
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:01:06 | Rate news: +0
Cate Blanchett instantly knew husband-to-be ANDREW UPTON was the man for her when he laughed at a dirty joke she told him.The humorous story thawed icy relations between the pair because they initially took a dislike to each other.And Blanchett is still grateful to co-star GEOFFREY RUSH for telling her the joke which helped her

Borat Creator Named One Of Britain's Most Powerful (reuters)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:46:27 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Sacha Baron Cohen, creator of the hit comic character Borat, has been named one of Britain's most powerful men on a list that puts him one place behind Prince William.

Mandy Moore Would Rather Stay Home Than Be Like Paris And Lindsay
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:45:27 | Rate news: +0
Pop star/actress Mandy Moore can't imagine partying with Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan - because she's too much like "an old woman."

The pretty 22 year old admits hitting Hollywood's top clubs is one of her worst nightmares - and she'd rather stay at home.


Mika Tops Uk Singles Chart For Second Week
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:44:50 | Rate news: +0
Pop sensation Mika tops the UK singles chart for the second week in a row with his hit Grace Kelly The newcomer beat Just Jack's Starz In Their Eyes and Mason's Exceeder to second and third place. The View and JoJo finished fourth and fifth with Same Jeans and Too Little Too Late.


Leonardo Dicaprio Dumped By Model Girlfriend
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:43:27 | Rate news: +0
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has been dumped by his model girlfriend Bar Rafaeli - according to press reports.

The stunning Israeli model is said to have brought an end to their six-month relationship because she was unable to cope with the Titanic star's hectic work schedule and constant partying.


Guitartist From The Clash Talks About Reuniting
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:42:51 | Rate news: +0
Former The Clash guitarist Paul Simonon will never reform the punk legends, and attacks old bands who get back together. The bassist, now performing with Damon Albarn's group The Good, the Bad & the Queen, admits he has turned down numerous lucrative offers for The Clash to reform.


Kelly Brook And Billy Zane Wedding Put On Hold?
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:40:38 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood actor Billy Zane and his model fiancee Kelly Brook have reportedly put their summer wedding plans on hold.

Despite the pair still being very much in love, media reports suggest their big day has been postponed for the time being because they hardly see each other.


David Byrne Compares Bush/cheney Tactics To Saddam Hussein
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:39:46 | Rate news: +0
Pop legend David Byrne has accused US President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney of leading America in the same way as the late Saddam Hussein led Iraq.

The former Talking Heads frontman is still shocked at the US-led invasion of Iraq and remains a vocal critic of the war.


Pierce Brosnan Says Daniel Craig Is The Best Bond
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:39:14 | Rate news: +0
Former 007 actor Pierce Brosnan has hailed his successor Daniel Craig as the best James Bond ever.

Brosnan, who played Bond in four of the superspy thrillers, was furious at being told he would no longer be part of the blockbuster franchise but insists Craig deserves his abundance of praise and BAFTA nomination for Casino Royale.


Kt Tunstall Says Katharine Mcphee Made Her Famous
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:38:39 | Rate news: +0
Singer-songwriter KT Tunstall has credited American Idol star Katharine McPhee with making her famous outside the UK. Tunstall insists hardly anyone knew who she was outside Britain until McPhee - who was runner up to winner Taylor Hicks in the fifth season of American Idol - sang her hit Black Horse and the Cherry Tree on one of the shows.


Minnie Driver: 'accents Are Like Singing Songs'
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:37:44 | Rate news: +0
British actress Minnie Driver credits her fledgling singing career for helping her master accents - because she insists playing a foreign character is just like singing a song.

The Good Will Hunting star has become renowned for her ability to switch accents and nail dialects,


Mike Tyson's Daughter Inherits Dad's Obesity Gene
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:37:10 | Rate news: +0
Mike Tyson daughter, Michael, has one major regret about being the child of a heavyweight champion - she's inherited his family's obesity problem.

The teenager has battled weight issues for years and insists her famous dad, who weighed in at 200 pounds when he was 13, would be huge if he wasn't so obsessed with staying in shape.


Scissor Sisters And Coldplay Join The Fight Against Global Warming
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:35:37 | Rate news: +0
Scissor Sisters and Coldplay have stepped up the fight against global warming by lending their support to a new scheme which allows people to buy carbon credits.

The scheme, which is also being backed by actor Leonardo DiCaprio plans to use the money raised to invest in alternative energy resources and raise awareness.


Cate Blanchett Disliked Her Husband When They First Met
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:34:39 | Rate news: +0
Cate Blanchett hated her husband when she first met him. The Notes on a Scandal star, who has been nominated for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar, insists it was anything but love at first sight when she and screenwriter Andrew Upton were introduced by a mutual friend in 1996.


Pete Doherty May Star In Reality Tv Show 'rock Stars In Rehab'
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:34:05 | Rate news: +0
British rocker Pete Doherty has reportedly been asked to star in a new reality TV show, which will lock up celebrity drug addicts while they try to get clean. TV company Endemol - the creators of Big Brother - will film the group of addicts 24 hours a day as they go through rehabilitation.


Angelina Jolie's Mother Passes Away
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:33:02 | Rate news: +0
Angelina Jolie is in mourning after her mother Marcheline Bertrand lost her battle with cancer on Saturday. The former actress died on Saturday afternoon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.


Anna Nicole Smith's Ex Talks About Miscarriage
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:31:10 | Rate news: +0
The photojournalist fighting Anna Nicole Smith over the paternity of her baby girl Dannielynn has sensationally revealed the actress/model miscarried their first child. Larry Birkhead and his attorney Debra Opri appeared on CNN show Larry King Live on Friday night to update the ongoing paternity battle, which was delayed earlier in the week when Smith was granted the opportunity to fight demands for a DNA test on her baby.


Peter Gabriel To Use Technology For Documenting Human Rights Abuses
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:30:32 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Peter Gabriel has urged big businesses to embrace the latest technology to highlight human rights abuses around the world.

Gabriel needs more cash to fund his venture Witness, which seeks to document human rights abuse captured on amateur video cameras.


Josh Hartnett Listens To Lots Of Chet Baker For Upcoming Biopic
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:29:58 | Rate news: +0
Josh Hartnett isn't taking his upcoming portrayal of Chet Baker lightly - he listens to over 100 recordings of the jazz great after programming them into his iPod. The Pearl Harbor star was spotted at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah this week with his earphones on at all times - listening to Baker's hits.


Eddie Murphy Dodged 'dreamgirls' Uk Premiere Because Of Spice Girls Fans
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:29:27 | Rate news: +0
Eddie Murphy avoided the London premiere of Dreamgirls because he was scared of Mel B fans, it has been alleged. The Nutty Professor star won the Best Supporting Actor Golden Globe for his role in the film, but didn't promote the movie in the UK because he didn't want to be confronted by Spice Girls fans angry at the way he dumped pregnant Mel.


Hugh Grant Determined To Go Out On Top
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:28:52 | Rate news: +0
Actor Hugh Grant is determined to leave acting while he is still at the top of his game - insisting he will never overstay his welcome.

The Notting Hill star would rather retire from acting altogether than star in sub-standard films which would cheapen his comic legacy.


Director Worried About Pierce Brosnan After Bond Snub
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:28:24 | Rate news: +0
The director of Pierce Brosnan new western feared he'd have to ban all mention of 007 on the set of his film after the Irish actor received the news he'd been axed as James Bond.


Hugh Grant Didn't Feel The Music
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:27:53 | Rate news: +0
Hugh Grant suffered for his art while playing a washed-up 80's pop star in new movie Music & Lyrics because he felt terrible trying to look like a seasoned performer. The star struggled with singing sessions, but that was nothing compared to scenes where he had to dance.


Katie Holmes Turns Down 'batman: The Dark Knight' For Queen Latifah Comedy
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:27:14 | Rate news: +0
Katie Holmes has turned down a $2 million deal to star in the sequel to Batman Begins. The actress was expected to reprise her role as Rachel Dawes alongside caped crusader Christian Bale for Batman: The Dark Knight but has pulled out because of "scheduling conflicts".


Sacha Baron Cohen Named One Of The Uk's Most Powerful Men
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:26:40 | Rate news: +0
Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen has been named as one of the most powerful 100 men in Britain.

The survey, carried out by British men's magazine GQ, ranks Borat creator Cohen as the 19th most powerful Briton, cementing his place in the rankings through the $254 million grossing global success of Borat: Cultural Learnings Of America For Make Benefit Glorious Nation Of Kazakhstan.


Lohan Annoys Her Fellow Rehab Inmates
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:25:38 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan checked into rehab earlier this month but instead of working on her abuse problems, she's treating the facility like a hotel - and leaves whenever she wants. Her attitude has upset other residents of L.A.'s Wonderland Center who feel that taking the day to go work on a movie is one thing - but last week Hohan took a break from rehab to go shopping and get her Mercedes serviced.

Kevin Federline Is An Insult To Burger Flippers
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:25:02 | Rate news: +0
"Yo, you want fries with that?" Kevin Federline is supposed to be poking fun at himself, but fast food workers are irate over a new commercial in which the future ex of Britney Spears is shown dreaming he is a rap star but then snaps out of it to face reality and back to his day job at a burger joint.

The 30-second spot is scheduled to air during the Super Bowl, but restaurant workers' reps are asking Nationwide Insurance to cancel its ad citing that the very idea of douchebag working at a drive thru is "denigrating" to the fast food industry.

Posh Spice Disses Scientology As "that Nonsense"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:24:27 | Rate news: +0
Victoria Beckham recently told a friend that she has no intention of joining the Church of Scientology, despite her close friendship with Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes: "There's no way I'd spend any money on that nonsense."

As a friend of the footballer's wife explained: "Scientology is an expensive religion; Victoria is too cheap to convert."

J.lo Reveals Father Is Scientologist
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:22:22 | Rate news: +0
J.Lo insists she's Catholic but her father is a follower of Mr. Ron Hubbard. Jennifer Lopez has revealed her father is a Scientologist.

Angry Mel B Fans Forces Murphy To Avoid "dreamgirls" U.k. Premiere
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:21:42 | Rate news: +0
It seems like Eddie Murphy dug himself a hole he is now desperately trying to get out of.

Eddie allegedly avoided the London premiere of "Dreamgirls" because he was scared of angry Mel B fans.

Lily Allen Worries She Won't Win Any Brit Awards
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:21:15 | Rate news: +0
Apparently, Lily Allen can't stop whining and is considering snubbing the BRITs because she is worried she won't win any awards.

The outspoken singer - who has been nominated for British Female Solo Artist, British Breakthrough Act, MasterCard British Album and British Single - reportedly became paranoid about her chances of success when she was replaced on the performing bill for the ceremony by rival Amy Winehouse.

No Peeking At Onset Sex Scenes For David Arquette
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:20:46 | Rate news: +0
According to his wife, there are certain things David Arquette isn't allowed to watch, or it may just simply drive him up the wall.

Courteney Cox has revealed she has banned husband David from watching her film sex scenes in the new TV drama "Dirt."

Robbie Williams Builds Indoor Football Pitch At Home
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:20:17 | Rate news: +0
In Robbie Williams world, there is plenty of money to go around and splurge on.

Robbie recently splashed out $1 million on an indoor football pitch for his friends.

Heather Mills Reportedly Contemplating Tv Acting
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:19:00 | Rate news: +0
If Heather Mills runs out of cash, she can always try to make her way into showbiz and become a "desperate" actress.

It's been reported that Heather is in talks to star in the U.S. version of hit British TV show "Footballers' Wives."

Prince Charles And Camilla May Move To Scotland
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:18:32 | Rate news: +0
Prince Charles may soon be showing off an intricately designed kilt and blowing on some instrumental pipes in good ol' Scotland.

Britain's Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, are reportedly planning to move permanently to Scotland.

Is Isaiah Forcing T.r. To Leave "grey's"?
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:15:32 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Isaiah Washington gay-bashing forced T.R. Knight to come out of the closet, and now it might make Knight leave "Grey's Anatomy" altogether.An inside source tells MSNBC that the openly-gay Knight is so "upset" and "disgusted" by the handling of the...

Dame Helen Mirren And Jack Nicholson Have Been Voted The World's Sexiest Older Female And Male Stars.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:14:42 | Rate news: +0
Helen, 61, who has been named in the Best Actress category for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in ‘The Queen’, came top of the ladies, beating Italian screen legend Sofia Loren who came second and Dame Judi Dench, who came third.‘The Devil Wears Prada’ actress Meryl Streep, 57, was in fourth place followed by

David Byrne Blasts Bush & Cheney
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:14:12 | Rate news: +0
Pop legend David Byrne has accused US President GEORGE W BUSH and Vice President DICK CHENEY of leading America in the same way as the late SADDAM HUSSEIN led Iraq.The former TALKING HEADS frontman is still shocked at the US-led invasion of Iraq and remains a vocal critic of the war.He says, "It’s like we’re

Pop Fights Global Warming
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:13:18 | Rate news: +0
SCISSOR SISTERS and COLDPLAY have stepped up the fight against global warming by lending their support to a new scheme which allows people to buy carbon credits.The scheme, which is also being backed by actor Leonardo DiCaprio plans to use the money raised to invest in alternative energy resources and raise awareness.Global Cool Foundation is

Gabriel's Political Website Urge
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:12:27 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Peter Gabriel has urged big businesses to embrace the latest technology to highlight human rights abuses around the world.The SLEDGEHAMMER star needs more cash to fund his venture Witness, which seeks to document human rights abuse captured on amateur video cameras.Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Gabriel says, "With the phone

Stefani & Rossdale Top Poll Of Fashionable Parents
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:10:05 | Rate news: +0
Pop star GWEN STEFANI and her rocker husband Gavin Rossdale have topped a poll of fashionable celebrity parents.The NO DOUBT singer and Rossdale lead the way in the fashion stakes - beating ANGELINA JOLIE and BRAD PITT; VICTORIA BECKHAM and DAVID BECKHAM; and MADONNA and GUY RITCHIE, who came second, third and fourth respectively.There was

Volver And Pan's Labyrinth Triumph At Goya Awards
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:09:19 | Rate news: +0
PEDRO ALMODOVAR’s VOLVER picked up five honours at the Goya Awards in Madrid, Spain last night (28JAN07), including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actress for Penelope Cruz The movie, which had received 14 nominations, also won Best Original Soundtrack for ALBERTO IGLESIAS.On collecting her Best Actress award, Cruz said, "This award is very important, very

Grant Determined To Go Out On Top
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:08:35 | Rate news: +0
Actor Hugh Grant is determined to leave acting while he is still at the top of his game - insisting he will never overstay his welcome.The NOTTING HILL star would rather retire from acting altogether than star in sub-standard films which would cheapen his comic legacy.The 46-year-old explains, "You have to try and get out

Cohen Named One Of The Uk's Most Powerful Men
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:07:01 | Rate news: +0
Comedian Sacha Baron COHEN has been named as one of the most powerful 100 men in Britain.The survey, carried out by British men’s magazine GQ, ranks BORAT creator Cohen as the 19th most powerful Briton, cementing his place in the rankings through the £130 million ($254 million) grossing global success of BORAT: CULTURAL LEARNINGS OF

Aguilera Triumphs In Euro Singles Chart
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:04:26 | Rate news: +0
Christina Aguilera has knocked AKON & EMINEM off the number one spot in the European singles chart with her new single HURT, exchanging chart places with the rap collaborators.SMACK THAT drops to number three, a spot held by Aguilera in last week’s top five.NELLY FURTADO’s ALL GOOD THINGS (COME TO AN END) and ERIC PRYDZ

Robbie Williams Has Splashed Out £800,000 On An Indoor Football Pitch.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:03:24 | Rate news: +0
The paranoid singer spent the staggering sum so his celebrity friends can’t be spied on during matches at his £5 million Los Angeles mansion.Robbie - who hosts weekly games on his outdoor pitch for celebrities including Rod Stewart and Jonathan Wilkes - is hoping the indoor pitch will tempt David Beckham, who is moving to

Heather Mills Is In Talks To Star In The Us Version Of Hit British Tv Show 'footballers' Wives'.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:02:31 | Rate news: +0
The former model, who is also reportedly considering an appearance on ‘Desperate Housewives’, is being linked to a US version of the hit British show about the glamorous lives of football players’ wives.Bosses at US TV network ABC devised the concept following David Beckham’s decision to sign for the Los Angeles Galaxy, which has resulted

George Clooney Has Denied He Went On A Date With Pamela Anderson.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:01:30 | Rate news: +0
It was alleged that the 45-year-old heartthrob and notorious womaniser had gone on a dinner date at California’s Valley Inn restaurant with the former ‘Baywatch’ star on January 7.The romantic evening was said to have ended with the 39-year-old actress sitting on his lap, but George has swiftly denied any connection to the busty blonde.The

Angelina Jolie's Mother Marcheline Bertrand Has Died.
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:00:36 | Rate news: +0
Marcheline, who had been battling ovarian cancer for more than seven years, was with her son James Haven, Angelina and her partner Brad Pitt when she passed away aged 56 on Saturday (27.01.07).Angelina dashed across America to be with her mother when she heard her condition had worsened.She arrived at her mother’s bedside in Los

Ellen Degeneres Says Girlfriend Is "perfect Fit"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:23:55 | Rate news: +0
When Ellen DeGeneres revealed she was a lesbian and stepped out on to the red carpet with actress Anne Heche, a new type of Hollywood couple was born.

However, the Academy Awards host says she has finally found "completion" with Australian star Portia De Rossi.

Jackson Enjoyed Watching His "celebrity Big Brother"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:23:24 | Rate news: +0
Britain's "Celebrity Big Brother" had a celebrity fan in Michael Jackson

The "King of Pop" was reportedly an avid watcher of the reality series since his brother, Jermaine, was on the show.

Ivanka Sides With The Donald - And Keeps Her Job
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:22:56 | Rate news: +0
While many of Hollywood's elite - including Madonna - are defending Rosie O'Donnell in the Donald Trump feud, the businessman's daughter has come to his rescue.

In an interview with PEOPLE magazine, the stunning blonde real estate developer says that she stands by her father.

John Mayer Jokes About Comedy Gig But Not About Jess
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:22:26 | Rate news: +0
John Mayer is proof that making the girl laugh makes her fall for you.

Jessica Simpson's new squeeze, who is also a budding comedian, stretched his comedic muscles during an appearance on the reality show "I'm From Rolling Stone" and opened up about his growing fame.

Paris And Stavros Fight At Hollywood Nightclub
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:21:59 | Rate news: +0
The Niarchos family should not get too excited just yet because, according to reports, heir to the shipping families throne Stavros and Paris Hilton have had a public bust up.

The on/off couple, who allegedly parted ways the first time after Niarchos' parents threatened to cut him off financially for dating the "One Night In Paris" star, were spotted by paparazzi mid-fight while on a night out in Los Angeles.

Miss Usa Admits She Had A Drinking Problem
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:21:27 | Rate news: +0
Since completing rehab treatment to keep her Miss USA crown, Tara Conner says she is a changed woman.

The beauty queen, who was ordered to undergo treatment for alcoholism by the pageant's co-owner Donald Trump, has told PEOPLE magazine exclusively that she now realizes she needed help.

No Dating For Clooney And Anderson
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:20:57 | Rate news: +0
It would have been a match made in tabloid heaven, but according to the man himself, George Clooney and Pamela Anderson are not dating.

Reports had paired PEOPLE magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive" and the "Baywatch" babe together after an apparent sighting at Sherman Oaks restaurant.

Terri Irwin Says "people Should Love Stingrays"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:20:18 | Rate news: +0
Despite the tragedy the stingray has brought to her life, Terri Irwin says that people should love the animal.

The widow of "The Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin has revealed to the Nine Network's "Today Show" that despite their current reputation, stingrays should be loved.

No Romances For Sienna Miller
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:19:43 | Rate news: +0
Since splitting with Jude Law, Sienna Miller has been linked to many of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors.

In the past week alone, the Sundance Film Festival bound star has been playing down rumors of romances with Leonardo DiCaprio and Josh Hartnett.

Drew Barrymore Reportedly Didn't Want Babies With Ex-boyfriend
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:19:11 | Rate news: +0
Drew Barrymore has always been a free spirit and it isn't now that she's going to change her ways and settle down.

It has been claimed that Drew was dumped by Fabrizio Moretti because she didn't want to get married

Former Baby Spice Is Pregnant
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:18:42 | Rate news: +0
Baby Spice is all grown up! Emma Bunton recently announced she is pregnant with her first child.

The former Spice Girl has announced she is expecting with her long-term boyfriend ex-Damage singer Jade Jones, who she has been dating for eight years.

Eva Green Refused To Bare All In "casino Royale"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:18:15 | Rate news: +1
For Eva Green getting in the nude once for an onscreen performance was more than enough.

Eva recently revealed she refused to strip for her role in "Casino Royale."

Billy Bob Preferred Sports Over Traveling With Angelina
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:17:47 | Rate news: +0
Billy Bob Thornton said his marriage to Angelina Jolie ended because she wanted to save the world. The actor, on the other hand, wanted to stay at home and watch sports on TV.

The "Bad Santa" actor denies the rumors that his adultery ended the marriage and claims they both just wanted different things.

J.lo To Cruise: You Got A Point
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:13:05 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Tom and Katie, Jennifer Lopez Let's Get This Party Started Jennifer Lopez dirty little secret is out. J.Lo and hubby Marc Anthony continue to cozy up to TomKat, possibly preparing to become Scientology's latest celebrity recruits. In fact, her father has been a Scientologist for more than 20 years,...

Jermaine Plans Jacksons Musical
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:11:40 | Rate news: +0
Jermaine Jackson is planning a spectacular musical show based on the music of THE JACKSON 5.The singer made the announcement last night (28JAN07) after finishing second in British reality TV show CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER.When the programme’s host DAVINA McCALL quizzed Jackson on his future projects, he replied, "I’m a bit busy at the moment. I’m

Trump Tells Spears: 'get Back To Work'
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:10:45 | Rate news: +0
Pop princess BRITNEY SPEARS should quit partying and get back to work according to Donald Trump The business mogul believes the singer is wasting valuable time and letting her star fade, when she should be masterminding her comeback.Trump tells gossip site The Scoop, "She wants some free time but now, Britney, it’s time to settle down

Osbournes Chucked Off Nudist Beach
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:09:55 | Rate news: +0
SHARON and Kelly Osbourne were thrown off a nudist beach on a Spanish vacation - because they wouldn’t strip.The pair were stunned to be asked to leave the stretch of sand on the island of Mallorca.Kelly explains, "I went to Mallorca with my mum and we were on a beach and asked to move because

Barrowman Wants To Adopt
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:06:20 | Rate news: +0
Gay TV star John Barrowman wants to adopt a child with partner SCOTT GILL.The pair sealed their union at Christmas with a civil partnership and now want to start a family.The TORCHWOOD actor says, "Scott and I have discussed it and would like to adopt not a baby but an older child."So many youngsters aren’t

Ekland's Spinster Vow
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:05:20 | Rate news: +8
Movie beauty Britt Ekland has given up looking for men and wants to spend the rest of her life alone.At the age of 64 and with two failed marriages and many more unsuccessful relationships behind her, the Swedish actress is determined to dedicate her remaining years to herself.She says, "I’m not looking for guys any

Shetty Offered Sitcom
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:04:13 | Rate news: +0
Bollywood star SHILPA SHETTY has been offered the chance to star in a new TV comedy about an Indian call centre.The show has been written by British comedy star SANJEEV BHASKAR.After watching Shetty’s antics in UK reality show CELEBRITY Big Brother he is desperate to write her a role.Bhaskar - the star of THE KUMARS

Dicaprio's Animal Ambitions
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:03:20 | Rate news: +0
Acting was LEONARDO DiCAPRIO’s second choice career - he wanted to work with animals until he struck lucky at an audition.The star was considering a completely different future until he was offered acting work and never looked back.He says, "My plan was to become a biologist to work with animals. That’s something I initially wanted

Dicaprio Doesn't Trust Oscars
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:02:24 | Rate news: +0
Leonardo DiCaprio refuses to let the Academy Awards affect the film roles he chooses - because he doesn’t trust the Academy to pick the right winners.The actor claims too often the best man misses out, so he has learned not to think about awards.DiCaprio - nominated in the Best Actor category for his film BLOOD

Mills To Play A Soccer Wife?
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:01:33 | Rate news: +0
Heather Mills is being tipped to star in a new US TV drama about soccer players’ wives.Television executives are keen to cash in on the rise in the sport’s popularity stateside, following DAVID BECKHAM’s move to major league team LA GALAXY, and create a new series inspired by popular UK show FOOTBALLERS’ WIVES.A source at

Jolie's Bond Ambition
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:00:47 | Rate news: +0
Angelina Jolie has set her sights on starring in a JAMES BOND movie - playing either an evil villain or the first female Bond superspy.Jolie was considered for the role of CASINO ROYALE Bond girl VESPER LIND, eventually played by EVA GREEN, but she was pregnant with daughter SHILOH NOUVEL and had to withdraw.But she

Oscar Favorites Honored At Sag Awards (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:17:01 | Rate news: +0
AP - Helen Mirren of "The Queen" and Forest Whitaker of "The Last King of Scotland" won Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday as best lead players, their latest prizes on the road to the Academy Awards.

J-lo Embraces Roots With Latin-themed Projects (reuters)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:16:30 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Jennifer Lopez catapulted her acting career with her starring role in "Selena," a biopic on the Latin Tejano star who sang in Spanish and was on the verge of an English-language crossover prior to her death. Ten years after "Selena," and following a multiplatinum recording career in English, Lopez is ready to sing en Espanol once again.

Steven Seagal Slams Copycat Actors
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:15:41 | Rate news: +1
Hollywood actor Steven Seagal claims he a victim of jealousy and that rival action stars are constantly copying his work.

The Under Siege star doesn't name names, but insists the industry is rife with bitterness and envy.


Baby On The Way For Baby Spice
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:14:53 | Rate news: +1
Ex-Spice Girls star Emma Bunton is pregnant with her first child, the singer has announced.

The baby, whose father is former Damage star Jade Jones, in due the summer - according to reports.

Emma, aka Baby Spice, says: "I guess I will be handing over the 'Baby' tag now to a deserving little new owner."

Pierce Brosnan: 'daniel Craig Is Best Bond Ever'
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:14:26 | Rate news: +0
Daniel Craig has been hailed as the best 007 ever...by his James Bond predecessor Pierce Brosnan

Although Pierce was reportedly pissed after told he was being replaced in the blockbuster movies, he now says Daniel was a "great choice" to take over his role.

"Daniel Craig is the greatest Bond ever and deservedly so," Pierce says. Adding: "But I'm still proud to be part of that legacy."

Hillary Duff Can't Wait To Date
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:13:58 | Rate news: +0
Hilary Duff has revealed she can't wait to start dating around, following her split from Joel Madden.

The 19-year-old actress told Ryan Seacrest on his radio show that dating "is fun. I kind of feel like a guy, like I can do it now." She added: "But I feel kind of wrong at the same time."

She also said she recently went on her first date with unnamed guy.

"I've never gotten to [date] before, so it's kind of exciting," she said. "I've always just had a boyfriend, you know? I'm young!"

Beyonce & Scarlett Star In Disney Ads
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:13:22 | Rate news: +0
Beyonce Knowles, Scarlett Johansson and David Beckham are among the top stars appearing in a series of new adverts for Disney.

The celebrities dress up as famous Disney characters in the promotion for Walt Disney's theme parks.

Knowles appears as Alice from Alice In Wonderland, Johansson is Cinderella and Beckham stars as Sleeping Beauty's dragon slaying Prince Phillip in the ads snapped by famous photographer Annie Leibovitz.

George Clooney Denies Dating Pamela Anderson
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:12:46 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney has dismissed reports he's romancing 'Baywatch' babe Pamela Anderson.

The actor has issued a statement in response to rumours that newly single Pam was spotted sitting on his lap and whispering into his ear while dining in a private room at the Valley Inn in California.

"I worked with Pam seven years ago and haven't seen her since," Clooney insists. "And I've never been to that restaurant."

Bollywood Star Shilpa Shetty Wins Celebrity Big Brother Uk
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:12:12 | Rate news: +0
Bollywood babe Shilpa Shetty has been crowned the winner of 'Celebrity Big Brother UK, with Jermaine Jackson voted as runner-up.

The actress, who described her time locked in the house as "incredible and overwhelming", burst into tears after hearing she'd won the show.

31-year-old Shilpa thanked everyone who voted for her for "a fantastic opportunity to make my country".

The 'racist' bullying of Shilpa in the house, by fellow housemates Danielle Lloyd, Jade Goody and Jo O'Meara, has made the headlines around the world.

Angelina Jolie's Mom Dies Of Cancer
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:11:43 | Rate news: +0
Actress Marcheline Bertrand, the mother of Angelina Jolie has died after a long battle with cancer.

Angelina was by her mom's side on Saturday at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center when she died. 56-year-old Bertrand's son James Haven and, Jolie's boyfriend Brad Pitt, were also present.

Bertrand brought up Jolie and Haven by herself after divorcing their father, actor Jon Voight, when Jolie was just a toddler.

Mirren Scoops Two Sag Awards
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:04:30 | Rate news: +0
British actress DAME Helen Mirren has picked up two Screen Actors Guild awards at a star-studded Los Angeles ceremony.The 61-year-old was named Best Female Actor in a TV Movie or Miniseries for her portrayal of QUEEN ELIZABETH I in ELIZABETH I and she won the same prize in the movie category for playing QUEEN ELIZABETH

Fonda Speaks At Anti-war Rally
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:03:50 | Rate news: +0
Jane Fonda attacked the war in Iraq at a rally in Washington DC on Saturday 34 years after she famously campaigned against the Vietnam War.The 69-year-old joined a 100,000-strong protest in the US capital, assembled after President GEORGE W BUSH’s announced plans to send more troops to Iraq.Addressing the crowd - which included actress SUSAN

Reynolds Plans Bike Adventure In Australia
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:03:09 | Rate news: +0
BLADE: TRINITY star Ryan Reynolds is planning a great Australian adventure he’ll bike across the country with a newly-married pal.The actor is flying out to Australia next month (FEB07) to promote his new film SMOKIN’ ACES and when his interviews are done, he’s taking two weeks to go motorbiking.He says, "I’m going to take a

Shepherd's Screaming Lesbian Scene
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:02:27 | Rate news: +12
Actress Cybill Shepherd was left screaming after a painful experience during a lesbian love scene. The former MOONLIGHTING star was startled after her co-star became over enthusiastic at a particularly raunchy moment. Shepherd says, "She slapped my butt so hard that I screamed out. Then I yelled a bunch of expletives at her."Movie & Entertainment

Williams's Indoor Soccer Pitch
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:01:48 | Rate news: +0
British pop star Robbie Williams is planning to spend a staggering $1.5 million (£800,000) on an indoor soccer pitch, so he play the game in private with pals.The multi-millionaire wants to install the full-sized fixture at his Los Angeles home.He originally intended to sculpt an outdoor pitch at the $9.75 million (£5 million) Hollywood Hills

Scorsese Likens Dicaprio To De Niro
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:01:10 | Rate news: +0
Leonardo DiCaprio has the talent to become the next ROBERT DE NIRO, according to mentor and director MARTIN SCORSESE. Scorsese and De Niro work together often - a relationship the director recently extended to DiCaprio, who has appeared in three of Scorsese’s recent movies.And the filmmaker insists no actor, before DiCaprio, has managed to equal

Stallone: 'to Fans I Am Rocky'
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:00:31 | Rate news: +0
Sylvester Stallone is baffled by the impact of the ROCKY movies and is amazed fans still believe the character is real.The actor, currently promoting the fifth installment ROCKY BALBOA, gets mistaken for the fictional boxer all the time.He says, "In Philadelphia there’s no delineation - they address me as Rocky for real, and Rocky has

Angelina Jolie's Mother Dies Of Cancer (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:19:13 | Rate news: +0
AP - Marcheline Bertrand, actress and mother of Angelina Jolie has died of cancer, her daughter said Sunday.

Charles And Camilla Visit New York (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:18:43 | Rate news: +0
AP - Prince Charles and his wife Camilla visited Harlem Sunday during their whirlwind American weekend, making a stop at a charter school where they answered children's questions and the prince took some time to shoot hoops with a basketball team.

'volver,' Cruz Win Awards In Spain (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:18:16 | Rate news: +0
AP - Pedro Almodovar's "Volver" won best picture and earned Penelope Cruz the best actress award Sunday at the Goya Awards, Spain's equivalent of the Oscars.

Murphy And Hudson Take Home Sag Honors (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:17:49 | Rate news: +0
AP - Eddie Murphy won the Screen Actors Guild Award for supporting actor Sunday as a flashy soul singer in "Dreamgirls," his latest prize on the road to a potential Academy Award. Co-star Jennifer Hudson took the award for supporting actress.

Julie Andrews Honored At Sag Awards (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:17:22 | Rate news: +0
AP - From her 1953 Broadway debut to voicing the queen in "Shrek 2," Julie Andrews watched as her career of more than 50 years was highlighted Sunday night when she received the Screen Actors Guild's lifetime achievement award.

Brad Pitt Won't Make It To Sag Awards
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:16:37 | Rate news: +0
Brad Pitt will be another no-show at the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday - because he's too busy shooting a new film in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The movie hunk was expected to join his Babel castmates, who are nominated for a number of awards - including Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture


Stagehand Killed On Set Of Samuel L. Jackson's New Movie, "the Jumper"
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:16:10 | Rate news: +0
A stagehand on the Toronto, Canada set of Samuel L. Jackson's new thriller Jumper was killed on Thursday when frozen sand, earth and ice fell on him and other workers.

Set dresser David Ritchie, 56, suffered serious head and shoulder injuries and died instantly. A second man was taken to the hospital and a third managed to escape unharmed.


Sandra Bullock's Husband Hit With Monster Fine
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:15:31 | Rate news: +0
Sandra Bullock husband and Monster Garage host and co-producer Jesse James has been fined $271,250 for violating California's clean-air rules.

The fine was imposed by the California Air Resources Board, which alleges 50 of James' custom-built chopper bikes violated rules by not having state certified emissions equipment on their exhaust systems.


Shetty Wins Big Brother
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:11:46 | Rate news: +0
Bollywood star SHILPA SHETTY has won British reality show CELEBRITY Big Brother after claiming a staggering 63 per cent of the public vote.JERMAINE JACKSON came second, former STEPS singer IAN ‘H’ WATKINS third and A-TEAM star DIRK BENEDICT fourth.Shetty used her post-eviction interview to defend fellow housemates against accusations they racially abused her.Referring to JADE

Lowe Felt For Swank When She Forgot To Thank Him At The Oscars
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:11:06 | Rate news: +0
CHAD LOWE felt terrible for ex-wife Hilary Swank when she forgot to mention him in her first Oscars acceptance speech - because he knew the media would make a big deal of the gaffe.Nervous Swank picked up an Oscar for her harrowing role as real-life gender bender BRANDON TEENA in BOYS DON’T CRY and overlooked

Baker Role Turns Hartnett Onto Chet
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:10:27 | Rate news: +0
Josh Hartnett isn’t taking his upcoming portrayal of CHET BAKER lightly - he listens to over 100 recordings of the jazz great after programming them into his iPod.The PEARL HARBOR star was spotted at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah this week (beg22JAN07) with his earphones on at all times - listening to Baker’s hits.He

Grant Felt Awful As Pop Performer
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:09:09 | Rate news: +0
Hugh Grant suffered for his art while playing a washed-up 80s pop star in new movie MUSIC & LYRICS because he felt terrible trying to look like a seasoned performer.The FOUR WEDDINGS & A FUNERAL star struggled with singing sessions, but that was nothing compared to scenes where he had to dance.He explains, "You’d think

Doherty Approached For Drug Rehab Reality Show
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:08:29 | Rate news: +0
British rocker PETE DOHERTY has reportedly been asked to star in a new reality TV show, which will lock up celebrity drug addicts while they try to get clean.TV company Endemol - the creators of Big Brother - will film the group of addicts 24 hours a day as they go through rehabilitation.KATE MOSS’s boyfriend

Jolie's Mother Bertrand Dies
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:07:50 | Rate news: +0
Angelina Jolie is in mourning after her mother MARCHELINE BERTRAND lost her battle with cancer on Saturday (27JAN07).The former actress died on Saturday afternoon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.In a statement released by Jolie yesterday (28JAN07), the TOMB RAIDER star revealed she, her partner BRAD PITT and brother JAMES HAVEN were at the

Lee On The Hunt For The New James Brown
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:07:12 | Rate news: +0
Moviemaker SPIKE LEE is hunting for the perfect James Brown so he can make a start on a planned biopic of the soul legend.Lee, who was picked to direct the film by producer BRIAN GRAZER after he acquired the rights to Brown’s life, plans to act quick while the Godfather of Soul’s Christmas Day (25DEC06)

Stewart's Crush On Camilla
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:05:16 | Rate news: +0
Rod Stewart has developed a crush on PRINCE CHARLES’ wife CAMILLA, DUCHESS OF CORNWALL after meeting her at a US gala.Stewart performed for the couple at the VIP bash in Philadelphia - before being introduced backstage. And he admits to being blown away by the 59-year-old’s looks.The 62-year-old singer says, "She always looks glamorous to

Stone Slams Reality Tv Pop Shows
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:04:38 | Rate news: +0
British music sensation Joss Stone has criticised pop TV talent shows for ruining the confidence of wannabe singers. The 19-year-old fears reality television shows force failed contestants to give-up all hope of musical achievement. Stone says, "I find these shows far too cruel. "Music should be allowed to develop naturally." (DJ/WNSPE/IG) WENN - FIRST -

Mirren And Nicholson Are Sexiest Oldies
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:03:17 | Rate news: +0
DAME Helen Mirren has been named the sexiest older woman in the world in a new survey of film fans.The 61-year-old Brit beat SOPHIA LOREN, 72, to the title. The silver screen siren came second, followed by 57-year-old MERYL STREEP and DAME JUDI DENCH, 72 in third and fourth and DIANE KEATON, 61, in fifth.JACK

Devito & Perlman Sell Up On Their Anniversary
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:02:38 | Rate news: +0
Danny DeVito and his wife RHEA PERLMAN celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary yesterday (28JAN07) by putting their Beverly Hills home up for sale.The couple, who lived close to the home JENNIFER ANISTON and BRAD PITT once shared, are asking $30 million (£15.4 million) for the French country-style estate.DeVito and Perlman have called the five-bedroom place

Romijn & O'connell Take Tandem Therapy
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:02:00 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood couple Rebecca Romijn and JERRY O’CONNELL have discovered that a bicycle made for two is better than therapy after hitting the Los Angeles streets on a tandem.The soon-to-be-married pair have bought a tandem bicycle and X-MEN star Romijn has discovered it’s therapeutic hitting the back roads with her beau.She says, "It’s so much fun,

Loken Terminates Lesbian Show After Cast Disputes
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:01:21 | Rate news: +5
TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES star Kristanna Loken has told producers of lesbian TV drama THE L WORD she won’t be back for another season - because she didn’t get along with her castmates.The statuesque actress, who is openly bisexual, admits she enjoyed having a same-sex relationship on the show, but the all female

Will Smith Honored In Santa Barbara (ap)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:09:31 | Rate news: +0
AP - Will Smith was honored with the Modern Master Award — an honor that says he is a master of his craft — at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

Indian Star Wins British Tv Show After Racism Row (reuters)
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:09:01 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty clinched a public vote on Sunday to win "Celebrity Big Brother after her treatment on the British television show sparked an international row amid fears of racist bullying.

Keanu Reeves, Patrick Swayze Film Point Break Hits The Stage
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:07:33 | Rate news: +0
Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze's cult surfing movie Point Break has been turned into a New York stage show.

Point Break Live! is being billed as the "absurdist stage adaptation" of the 1992 movie.


Notable Quotes
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:07:05 | Rate news: +0
"I've got this reputation for actors and all of that, but you're allowed to have male friends." Sienna Miller insists her reputation for dating her co-stars and other actors is unfounded.

"I had a very religious approach to developing the character. It's not like the director said, `Cut!' and everyone was able to laugh and go get a drink and talk about something extraneous." Jared Leto on portraying John Lennon's killer Mark David Chapman in Chapter 27.


George Clooney Says He's Not Dating Pamela Anderson
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:06:25 | Rate news: +0
George Clooney has laughed off reports he's secretly dating Pamela Anderson, pointing out he hasn't seen the former Baywatch babe for seven years.

Clooney and Anderson were reportedly spotted dining at Sherman Oaks, California restaurant the Valley Inn earlier this month, but the movie hunk insists that's impossible.


Fascinating Facts
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:05:55 | Rate news: +0
Former Roxy Music star Brian Eno has signed on to produce the next Coldplay album. He says, "It will be very original and very different from what they've done before."

Desperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher was a cheerleader for the San Francisco 49ers when the team made it to the Super Bowl in 1985.


Ex-spice Girl Emma Bunton Overjoyed At Pregnancy
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:05:16 | Rate news: +1
British pop star Emma Bunton is thrilled to be pregnant, because she feared health problems would prevent her from ever having children.

The former Spice Girl - who is expecting her first child with singer boyfriend Jade Jones in the summer - suffers with endometriosis, a condition which runs in her family and can affect fertility.


Paula Abdul Maintains That She's Never Been Drunk
Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:04:09 | Rate news: +0
American Idol star Paula Abdul has hit back at reports she was intoxicated during a recent TV interview - stating she has never been drunk in her life.

The Straight Up singer behaved oddly during live regional interviews in America to promote the hit talent show earlier this month. She has since blamed a technical glitch for her strange performance, which left her slurring her words.


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