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All Over For Moss And Doherty (afp)
AFP - The rocky relationship between Kate Moss and boyfriend Pete Doherty appears to be over after the supermodel hired a team of security guards to keep the troubled rocker away from her, the Daily Mirror reported Thursday.
Desperate Housewife Scores Paris Celebrity Wedding (reuters)
Reuters - The paparazzi are circling, the guests are jetting in and the last touches are being applied at the church before "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria marries French basketball ace Tony Parker in Paris on Saturday.
50 Cent 'too Good' To His Label Signings
Rapper 50 Cent has blasted Lloyd Banks and Young Buck - insisting they have taken advantage of his generosity. The hip-hop mogul's music label G-Unit Records also boasts rap duo Mobb Deep and M.O.P. - but he believes they have become spoilt by his laid back approach to money. And it took a meeting with his artists to make him realize things had to change.'john Rambo' To Be Goriest Film In The Series
The long-awaited fourth installment of the Rambo franchise will be the goriest yet, filmmakers have promised. John Rambo producer John Thompson reveals he had to "raise the stakes" in the latest movie which stars action hero Sylvester Stallone in a bid to compete with other "gory" movies, like Saw III.Jerry Springer To Guest Star On 'days Of Our Lives'
Jerry, Jerry, Jerry! The audience chant is familiar to Jerry Springer the popular host of "The Jerry Springer Show" who also hosts NBC's "America's Got Talent" -- and who now will guest-star as a high roller on NBC's celebrated daytime drama "Days of our Lives" on July 27.Gary Oldman Denies Stories About Him Crying During His Film At Cannes
Actor/director Gary Oldman denies he burst into tears after watching his film Nil By Mouth at this year's Cannes Film Festival. It was rumored the Air Force One actor broke down in tears after watching the movie he penned debut at the French festival in 1997 - but Oldman denies he was emotional.Suzanne Vega's New Album Features New York In Lead Character Role
NEW YORK (AP) - As Suzanne Vega and her husband listened to Bob Dylan's ''Modern Times'' disc recently, her 13-year-old daughter popped her head into the living room. She wondered why she'd been hearing the same voice for half an hour.Enrique Iglesias Performs In Damascus, First Concert By A Western Pop Singer In 30 Years
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) - More than 10,000 fans, many of them teenagers, cheered and danced the night away at a performance by Enrique Iglesias the first concert by a Western pop singer in Syria in over 30 years.Bone Thugs-n-harmony Forced To Postpone Their 2007 European Summer Concert Tour
Santa Monica CA – Due to circumstances out of their control, Multi Platinum selling Hip Hop group Bone Thugs n Harmony have had to postpone their planned Euro Summer Tour. The group is actively planning replacement dates for the Fall of 2007.Al Gore Speaks About Son's Drug Arrest
Former Vice President and Live Earth co-organiser Al Gore has spoken about his son's Independence Day DUI and drug possession arrest. Gore's son Al Gore III, 24, was pulled over by police who caught him speeding on an Orange County, California freeway on Wednesday. During a search of his hybrid Prius, cops found a stash of prescription drugs and marijuana.Avril Lavigne Named In 'girlfriend' Lawsuit
Pop punk Avril Lavigne has been named in a new copyright lawsuit filed by the founder of 1970s group The Rubinoos. Tommy Dunbar claims the Canadian singer's Girlfriend hit borrows heavily from the 1978 song, I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend, which he wrote with then-Rubinoos' road manager James Gangwer.Ewan Mcgregor Hails Sudan Cuisine
Ewan McGregor has hailed Sudan for providing the best food in Africa. The Scottish actor and his actor pal Charley Boorman are traveling the length of the planet on motorbikes, starting at John O'Groats in Scotland and ending at Cape Town, South Africa.Len Wisemen Impressed Kate Beckinsale With His Sketches
Director Len Wiseman won the heart of wife Kate Beckinsale by drawing impressive sketches of her. Wiseman was responsible for drawing the storyboards for the 2003 movie Underworld and reveals it was his sketches that attracted her to the film's role of vampire warrior Selene.David Beckham Ends His Gillette Contract
Soccer star David Beckham has ended a lucrative $6 million deal with razor manufacturer Gillette. The England captain is believed to have turned down an extension on his contract to concentrate on his move to Los Angeles Galaxy this month.Son Of Goreacle Busted For Doing 100 Mph In A Prius
Troubled political offspring Al Gore III was arrested early Wednesday morning for doing 100 MPH on a California highway in an environmentally friendly hybrid Toyota Prius. Oh, and he was also charged with having some green bud on him (again!) as well as five other perscription drugs that he has no perscription for. The former Vice President's son was tooling down the San Diego Freeway at 2:15 am when he was stopped by cops.
Kate Moss Kicks Pete Doherty To The Curb
So it's finally over between Kate Moss and Pete Doherty? According to reports Kate has thrown her Baby Shambles man out of her London home after he cheated on her with a South African model named Lindy last Thursday. The couple were said to have had a raging fight over the weekend. A friend of Kate's said: "It is so over between Kate and Pete. She has brought in new security guards and Pete can't get anywhere near."
Madonna And Her Full-length Mirrors
Madonna has allegedly demanded eight full-length mirrors and a skipping rope backstage for London's Live Earth concert. The 48-year-old singer, who is headlining the spectacular show at the new Wembley Stadium on Saturday, is said to have presented organizers with a bizarre list of requirements. A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "She has asked for 12 dozen boxes of strawberries, eight full-length mirrors, a skipping rope, Yorkshire Tea, organic green tea and vanilla room spray."
Eva Longoria, Tony Parker To Wed Saturday In France
Longoria's spokeswoman, Liza Anderson, would only tell The Associated Press, in an e-mail, that the wedding will be "a big, happy ceremony with lots of family and friends."
Oliver Stone: The Great Satan?
Oliver Stone had to deal with some pretty harsh reviews in his polarizing career, but we're guessing this stings more than a thumbs-down.The filmmaker's plans to shoot a documentary on Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejadis may be shelved after the country refused him permission to make the movie.
Rushdie, Top Chef Wife Skewer Marriage
A divorce is cooking for author Salman Rushdie and his Top Chef host wife, Padma Lakshmi but it's a little unclear who's stirring the pot.According to a statement from the 60-year-old author of The Satanic Verses, it was his missus who is looking to fry their three-year marriage.
"Salman Rushdie has agreed to divorce his wife Padma Lakshmi because of her desire to end their marriage," his agent said on the author's behalf. "He asks that the media respect his privacy at this difficult time....
Michael Moore's No Paris Hilton
Larry King might not know George from Ringo, but he knows Paris from Michael.The decision to bump filmmaker Michael Moore from Larry King Live to make way for Paris Hilton proved a savvy ratings decision. Wednesday's chat with a God-fearing, post-jail Hilton averaged 3.2 million viewers to the 1.3 million who tuned in Moore's rescheduled interview on Friday, per the latest Nielsen Media Research stats.....
Nicole Richie Semi-officially Expecting
TMZ has confirmed through independent sources that the teensy reality star Nicole Richie is indeed preggo with boyfriend Joel Madden's child. I wouldn't be too hasty in buying them a gift yet, for all we know, this could just be Hilary Duff having a good time lying....
Potted Lily Allen Calls The Lohan Kettle Black
Brit Pop Star Lily Allen seemed to be nothing less than overjoyed over Lindsay Lohan’s recent run ins that had her bed hopping from Jude to Johnny Law:"Oh, my God, her life is so f**king insane … I can’t wait until Lindsay Lohan goes to jail … Does that mean [she’ll] stop showing me [her]
Albert Gore Iii Busted For Drugs
Any dreams Al Gore ever had of presidency just went up in a sweet scented cloud of pot smoke as his son Albert was popped for a DUI. Rolling in an environmentally friendly Prius, the son of the former vice-president was found with pot and unprescribed pills such as Xanax on his person. He was
Uncle Jesse Versus Knightrider
“By the time I got to Australia, my body was so out of whack,” he told TV Guide. On the day of the Telegraph interview, June 25, Stamos said he “took a sleeping pill at five in the morning, Ambien. I did not know what continent I was on.”So says John Stamos of his glorious
Kate Moss Ditched By Agent Provocateur
The British lingerie purveyor Agent Provocateur has opted not to renew pygmy supermodel Kate Moss’ contract in favor of hiring a secret new younger face to represent the mega brand. A dissapointed Kate may have been dropped like a burning roach due to the love life of the company’s owner Serena Rees:“Our current campaign with
Pete Doherty Cheats On Kate Moss
It looks like supermodel Kate Moss and her on-again, off-again rocker boyfriend Pete Doherty are off again. Kate has gone to Paris in order to avoid Pete, who was unfaithful.....
Criss Angel's Wife Goes After Cameron Diaz
I bet Cameron Diaz wishes her one-time love interest, magician Criss Angel could make his wife Joanne Sarantakos disappear. Though Angel and Long Island, N.Y.-based Sarantakos have been separated for more than a year, she has accused Angel of having an affair with Diaz. Her lawyer is threatening to subpoena the Charlie's Angels star.....
Elton John Has Another Sh*t Fit
Elton John doesn't mind being referred to as the big old Queen that he is. He apparently takes the title very literal. What else then would have explained the royal fit he pitched when made to walk 50 yards from his chauffeured vehicle to the VIP area of the Princess Diana concert at London's Wembley Stadium....
Paris & Lindsay -- Together At Last!
Filed under: Paris Hilton Lindsay Lohan One just got out of jail, and the other is still in rehab and could end up in jail -- Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan both hit up the same 4th of July party in Malibu last night. Fireworks indeed!TMZ cameras spotted the frenemies yesterday, enjoying...
Gore Iii Does 100 -- In A Prius?! Huh?
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Wacky and Weird When Al Gore III was busted for speeding and drug possession yesterday, people were shocked that the former VP's son was arrested. Even more shocking ... who knew you could jam a Prius to 100 mph?!?! The eco-friendly status symbols are known for...
Kim Kardashian -- Valley Girl
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Hot Bodies Sex-vid-a-licious Kim Kardashian ditched Paris Hilton's cool Malibu beach party for a more glamorous fireworks display ... at a high school in the glamorously sweltering San Fernando Valley? Yes, the Queen of all Booty hit up the beach bash with...
Paris Party Peeps Play
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Paris Hilton Paris shook the last of her jail dust off with a star-studded beach bash on the 4th ... land of freedom!Sister Nicky was seen pulling up to the bash, surrounded by a bevy of boys in cute hats. In-a-brick-fix Sean Stewart was there, and buddy Kim "The...
Curb-hopper Lindsay Curbing Clubbing
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Lindsay Lohan Lindsay Lohan calls her 21st birthday "her first sober b-day ever." Ever? Really?Lilo, who's apparently been boozing since birth, gave an impromptu interview to paparazzi while standing at the cashier of a Santa Monica convenience store. Linds told...
Who Even Wants David Arquette's Pic?
Filed under: Paparazzi Video David Arquette spent the 4th of July shielding his wife's home from photographers. It's hard being Mr. Courteney Cox!With paps staked outside of Cox's Malibu compound, the "Eight Legged Freaks" thesp, with some help from the hired help, turned a...
Duff's Stuff Not Enough
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo While playing hostess at an Independence Day beach party, Hilary Duff decided to show some of her slick moves as an athlete -- er, sorta. The falling star ended up kissing the sand during an attempt to save a point ... not her best move!Perhaps her...
Divine Brown: Alive And Talking!
Filed under: Wacky and Weird In "Who knew she was still alive?" news -- Divine Brown the prostitute busted with Hugh Grant on Sunset Blvd. back in 1995, is telling her story (again) about the night that changed her life forever. Heyyyyyyyyy!Brown, real name Estella Marie...
Praying With Saint Matthew
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird, Matthew McConaughey Surfer dude Matthew McConaughey caught the attention of bystanders while surfing in Malibu ... not because of steamy shirtlessness, but because of prayer. Amen brother.Covered up in a six-pack concealing wetsuit, Matt revealed a new surf position --...
Brody And Frankie: Man Oars
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird Terror on the shore! It's a one-foot wave! Pals Brody Jenner (black trunks) and Frank Delgado (starry trunks) were practically scared out of their kayak yesterday -- by a tiny wave at an L.A. beach. While friend Hilary Duff nearly ate it while...
Paris Hilton Can't Drive -- No Keys!
Filed under: Paparazzi Video, Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton Perhaps she should take a hint from her guardian angel!The svelte heiress got into her car on Tuesday, wearing a lovely cream colored ensemble, pearl bracelet and massively hideous gold purse -- which had apparently swallowed her keys. Sometimes, the...
Britney Busts Out New Dude?
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Paparazzi Photo, Britney Spears Flash! Britney's got a new guy -- or has she decided to hire a no-neck chauffeur? Who's that guy?The wrecktabulous pop mom looked nearly demure -- for her -- while catching a ride to a 4th of July activity. Her stubby-armed stubbly friend took the...
Rain In Legal Trouble
LATEST: South Korean pop superstar RAIN is being sued by a concert promotion company that claims he defrauded it out of more than $500,000 (£250,000).The singer - dubbed the ‘Korean Justin Timberlake’ - cancelled two gigs and postponed three of a five date US tour, blaming technical glitches and trademark lawsuit in Nevada.Hawaiian company Click
Talent Winner Signs Global Record Deal
LATEST: The winner of TV talent show BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT has signed a deal to release his first album in 15 countries across the world.Paul Potts, a former mobile phone salesman from Wales, triumphed in the contest, which saw him win £100,000 ($200,000), a chance to perform in front of British royal Queen Elizabeth II,
Oldman Denies Crying At Cannes
Actor/director Gary Oldman denies he burst into tears after watching his film NIL BY MOUTH at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. It was rumoured the Batman Begins actor broke down in tears after watching the movie he penned debut at the French festival in 1997 - but Oldman denies he was emotional.He tells Empire magazine,
Mcgregor Takes Time Out Of Biking For Charity Work
Scots actor Ewan McGregor and his actor pal CHARLEY BOORMAN have taken time out of their epic motorcycle journey to visit a United Nation Children’s Fund charity project in Ethiopia.The pair are travelling the length of the planet on motorbikes, starting at John O’Groats in Scotland and ending at Cape Town, South Africa.Last Friday (29Jun07),
Stallone: 'fourth Rambo Will Be Goriest Yet'
The long-awaited fourth installment of the RAMBO franchise will be the goriest yet, filmmakers have promised.John Rambo producer John Thompson reveals he had to "raise the stakes" in the latest movie which stars action hero Sylvester Stallone in a bid to compete with other "gory" movies, like Saw III.He tells Empire magazine, "We’re up against
Nair Launches Aids Awareness Initiative
Bollywood director Mira Nair has launched an initiative to promote Aids awareness - by showing short films on the impact of the disease during movie screenings.The Jaago project, which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, aims to harness the "immense power" of Indian cinema to "wake people up about Aids".Nair assigned one
Wagner Gushes About Locklear
U.S. soap star JACK WAGNER has broken his silence over new girlfriend Heather Locklear declaring he loves "everything" about the blonde beauty.The two actors started dating in February (07) - eight years after they co-starred in hit drama Melrose Place together.When asked by America’s People magazine what he liked about Locklear, Wagner replied, "That would
Hilton And Lohan: Friends Again
The on/off friendship between Paris Hilton and LINDSAY LOHAN appears to be back on - the warring pair spent America’s Independence Day (04Jul07) together.After a public feud throughout 2006, Lohan stunned her fans when she was photographed partying with Hilton and Britney Spears in November (06).Despite the pair’s war of words through the media, Hilton
Timberlake Marks 4th Of July In London
Pop superstar Justin Timberlake celebrated America’s Independence Day with fans at his concert in England on Wednesday (04Jul07).The SexyBack hitmaker took a champagne glass on to the stage at London’s O2 Arena and asked the 18,000-strong crowd to take a moment to mark the 4th of July.He said, "Because it’s American Independence Day, I propose
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50 Cent 'too Good' To Label Signings
Rapper 50 Cent has blasted Lloyd Banks and Young Buck - insisting they have taken advantage of his generosity.The hip-hop mogul’s music label G-Unit Records also boasts rap duo Mobb Deep and M.O.P. - but he believes they have become spoilt by his laid back approach to money. And it took a meeting with his
Snoop Dogg Seeks Australian Citizenship
Rapper Snoop Dogg has launched a campaign to gain Australian citizenship. The hip-hop star, real name Calvin Broadus, was due to co-host the MTV Australia Video Music Awards in Sydney in April (07), but was refused entry into the country because of his criminal record and recent run-ins with the law. But the singer has
Longoria And Parker Lead 7/7/7 Wedding March (afp)
AFP - "Desperate Housewives" diva Eva Longoria marries NBA superstar Tony Parker in Paris on Saturday in the celebrity wedding of the year, leading the worldwide rush to catch the mystique of the 7/7/7 date.
Longoria-parker Wedding Under Wraps (ap)
AP - "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria will marry her French beau, NBA champion Tony Parker, on Saturday. They have kept details of their upcoming nuptials under wraps.
Michael Jackson Scouts Out Maryland's Eastern Shore For Vacation Home, Publicist Says
WASHINGTON (AP) - Michael Jackson has been hunting for real estate on Maryland's Eastern Shore as he searches for a vacation home, a publicist for the pop star said.Mischa Barton Learns From Past Boyfriends And Now Wants A Mature Guy
Mischa Barton seems to have learned her lesson after dating Brandon Davis and Cisco Adler. The former "The O.C" star has a new list of qualities she is looking for in a boyfriend - and filthy rich or a hip musician aren't on her list of pros.
Brad Pitt Getting Nipped And Tucked To Stay Hot?
Rather than follow in the footsteps of Paul Newman and Robert Redford and age gracefully, Brad Pitt has reportedly resorted to plastic surgery to keep his famous face looking good. While many would argue that Brad is gorgeous with wrinkles and all, waking up next to 32-year-old Angelina Jolie every morning and raising four children under five could be taking its toll on the 43-year-old.
Britney Apologizes For Her Bad Performance, Not Bad Behavior
Britney Spears had a lot of explaining to do after a tumultuous few months and has been doing so through writing letters. She has written open letters to fans on her official website to explain her behavior, served her own mother with a letter which allegedly warned her to stay away from her grandchildren and now the fallen pop star has penned a note to the paparazzi.
Courtney Cuts The Carbs And Loses Weight
Courtney Love is one of the first to admit that Hollywood fad diets don't work. The grunge queen has recently lost a lot of weight but claims that she shed the pounds the old fashioned way - through basic diet and exercise.
Diddy's Girlfriend Moves Out And Sienna Moves In
Reports have been insisting that P. Diddy and Sienna Miller have been dating. However, the only thing holding back the rumors from being true is Diddy's relationship with Kim Porter - the mother of his children. The rap mogul and Kim welcomed twin daughters seven months ago.
Jessica And Dane Cooking Up Romance Rumors
After being with two musicians, maybe Jessica Simpson just wants a good laugh. The pop star and actress has been spotted out on the town again with comedian Dane Cook, fuelling rumors that the former co-stars are dating. Jess and Dane reportedly got cozy while filming "Employee Of The Month". However, either the relationship or the rumors died down and the blonde starlet moved on to John Mayer.
Kate Kicks Pete Out...again
Could the dramatic love affair between Kate Moss and Pete Doherty officially be over? While the pair have broken on numerous occasions, and quickly rekindled their love, this time could be the end of one of the most tumultuous celeb couples.
Paris Writes To Fans To Thank And Warn Them
After some first class sun and sand in Hawaii, Paris Hilton is apparently ready to make good of her promise and become a better person. The starlet fled to Maui just days after being released from prison and began relaxing at the Four Seasons Hotel, enjoying the surf, shops and sun on the island.
Wentworth Miller Squashes Gay Rumors
Wentworth Miller continues to insist that he is not gay. As rumors have been circulating on the Internet that the "Prisonbreak" star is dating a man, Wentworth has told the Metro newspaper that he wants to have a family eventually.
Britney: I Have No Mother
Britney Spears has written an angry poem about her mother, in which she claims she has "no mom." The 'Toxic' singer, who was believed to have hand-delivered legal papers to mother Lynne last month, is alleged to have given her a page of hate-filled verse. A source told America's Star magazine: "In the poem, titled 'Dear Mama', she wrote that she didn't have a mom anymore and she couldn't imagine a mother doing what she did to her child."
Amy Winehouse Pulls The Plug On Liverpool Concert
Amy Winehouse left fans furious when she pulled out of a Liverpool show at the last minute. The 'Rehab' star was due to perform in front of 4,500 fans who had paid ?24 ($48) and waited in line in the rain to watch her perform. But just 15 minutes before she was due on stage it was announced she was too ill to appear.
Cameron Selfish About Her Green Ways
Cameron Diaz won't stop using her car to save the environment. The 'Shrek the Third' star, who is due to appear at one of the Live Earth concerts, is too "selfish" to reduce her carbon footprint. Cameron is quoted in the new book 'The Green Book - The Everyday Guide to Saving the Planet One Simple Step at a Time' as saying: "I don't want to be running around barefoot, pushing my car like Barney Rubble. I don't want to go back to the Stone Age. I just want to maintain what we have for a long period of time - forever. How nice would that be? I'm very selfish."
Former Oasis Troublemaker Now A Family Man
Liam Gallagher wants to record the next Oasis album in London - so he can be near his children. The one-time hellraiser is ready to start work on the band's seventh studio effort with producer Dave Sardy - who helmed 2005's critically acclaimed 'Don't Believe The Truth'. However, Liam, 34, isn't prepared to decamp to Sardy's Los Angeles studio like the band did last time, because he can't be apart from his kids, seven-year-old Lennon, Gene, six, and Molly, 10.
Paul Mccartney And Heather Mills To Be Neighbors
Sir Paul McCartney and his estranged wife Heather Mills are set to be neighbors. Heather is currently looking for a home just minutes away from The Beatles legend's Peasmarsh estate in East Sussex. The former model is said to be keen to live close to Paul, 65, for the sake of their three-year-old daughter Beatrice.
Robbie Williams In Bizarre Video Rant
Robbie Williams has posted a bizarre video on the internet claiming he has found God. The troubled rocker, who entered rehab to be treated for an addiction to prescription drugs earlier this year, declares his love for the Christian faith by singing lyrics from what he claims is a new song.
Timberlake To Perform At London's Live Earth Show
Justin Timberlake will perform a surprise set at the London Live Earth show. The 'SexyBack' singer and his producer Timbaland are expected to join Duran Duran on stage at the new Wembley Stadium for the spectacular concert. Justin is a huge fan of the 80s pop band - who he worked with on their new album earlier this year - and reportedly jumped at the chance to perform with them.
Dennis Miller, Politically Speaking
Since making a name for himself in the 1980s as a Weekend Update anchor on Saturday Night Live, Dennis Miller has built an eclectic career.
Britney -- I Ain't Got No Mama No More
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started When Britney Spears delivered those legal papers to her mom Lynne last week, as TMZ first reported, she also delivered a stinging message along with them -- in verse form.In the poem, according to Star (via MSNBC), Spears says that she "didn't have a...
Lilo -- Where, Oh Where, Has My Little Bro Gone?!
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Lindsay Lohan Lindsay Lohan had a minor scare yesterday in Malibu when she lost track of her younger brother Dakota at a beach party.TMZ cameras where outside the Polaroid Beach House, which was holding a party for the 4th all day yesterday, when a bikini-wearing...
Diddy Slams Love Split Reports
Hip-hop mogul SEAN ‘DIDDY’ COMBS has slammed reports he has split from his long-term love, Kim Porter The couple originally dated from 1994 to 1999, before rekindling their relationship in 2003, and have three children together - Christian, 10, and twins D’Lila and Jessie, seven months.Porter is alleged to have moved out of Combs’ New York
Winehouse's No-show Infuriates Fans
British singer Amy Winehouse has infuriated her fans after cancelling a concert at the last minute.The Rehab star was set to play at the Aintree Pavillion in Liverpool on Wednesday (05Jul07), but pulled out of the gig five minutes before the doors opened, citing "exhaustion".Her spokesman says, "She’s played non-stop for six months and is
Stewart Turns Talent Spotter
EURYTHMICS legend DAVE STEWART is following in the footsteps of music mogul Simon Cowell by fronting a competition to find a new pop star.The British musician is looking for an undiscovered talent to perform one of the Eurythmics’ biggest hits, There Must Be An Angel, with him at a special London gig later this month
Benoit's Mother Blames Federal Agents For Death
LATEST: The mother of late wrestler Chris Benoit has blamed U.S. federal agents for her son’s death.The World Wrestling Entertainment star asphyxiated his wife Nancy and son Daniel on 22 and 23 June (07) respectively, before hanging himself on 24 June at their Atlanta, Georgia home.Last month (Jun07) the Drug Enforcement Administration admitted Benoit was
Minghella To Direct New Opera With Golijov
Anthony Minghella has joined forces with composer OSVALDO GOLIJOV to direct a new work commissioned by New York’s Metropolitan Opera.The filmmaker made his debut with the Metropolitan last year (06) directing a critically-acclaimed performance of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.And Argentine-American Golijov insists he is looking forward to getting creative with Oscar winner Minghella.He says, "I only
Hopper Set For Doctor Who Cameo
Hollywood star Dennis Hopper has reportedly been lined up to star in the next series of British sci-fi series DOCTOR WHO.The Easy Rider star is alleged to be in talks with the BBC show’s bosses to make a cameo appearance as a villain after they discovered he was a fan of the cult programme.A source
Affleck And Damon To Write Again
Hollywood pals BEN AFFLECK and Matt Damon are writing their first screenplay together since 1997 hit GOOD WILL HUNTING.The pair were unknowns when they wrote and starred in the critically lauded movie, which won them an Academy Award for Best Screenplay in 1998.Since their success they have mostly gone their separate ways starring in blockbusters
Timberlake To Guest Star At London Live Earth
Justin Timberlake is in talks to make a guest appearance with TIMBALAND and DURAN DURAN at Saturday’s (07Jul07) Live Earth gig in London, according to reports.The singer is due to perform in the capital’s The O2 on Saturday evening as part of his FutureSex/LoveSounds tour, but arrangements are allegedly being made for the star to
Jackson To Buy Maryland Holiday Home
Michael Jackson is house-hunting for a holiday home on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.The Thriller singer already has a rented home in Las Vegas and still owns his abandoned Neverland Ranch in California, despite false rumours he is selling the huge estate.Jackson’s spokeswoman Raymone Bain has confirmed reports the pop star had been spotted looking at waterfront
Watson: 'i've Missed Out On My Teens'
Crabbie's Hollywood: Moss Kicks Pete Out
From Crabbie's Hollywood: Kate Moss hired movers to haul fiance Pete Doherty's crap out of her house in north London, then had the locks changed. The love of the century came to a screeching halt after Kate found out Pete was messing around with some brunette model. Most of Pete's stuff looks like it would have trouble fetching a quarter at a flea market. Kate's keeping the drugs of course. New reports say that Pete may be as fed up with Kate's smothering ways as she... [Read full story on Dotspotter]
Crabbie's Hollywood: Britney's Full Of It
From Crabbie's Hollywood: Britney Spears has sent a handwritten letter of apology to X17 over the famed incident earlier this year in which she went completely bananas and attacked one of their photographers with an umbrella. Seems like a nice gesture on Britney's behalf - or it does until you actually read the letter. Here is the text of said missive: Dear X17, I want to apologize for the past incedent [sic] with the umbrella. I was preparing a character for a possible movie role... [Read full story on Dotspotter]
Hot Spot: Have U Heard?
Pop-star Avril Lavigne is being sued by parties who allege her hit song Girlfriend is a rip-off of the '70s tune I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend. Are they suggesting that Avril can't write her own songs? Next thing you know they'll be telling us she can't sing either. Former vice-president Al Gore's son Al Gore III was arrested after police pulled over his speeding Prius and found drugs in the vehicle. In the young man's defense, he is the son of Al Gore, so he probably needs... [Read full story on Dotspotter]
Longoria Makes Final Preparations For French Wedding (afp)
AFP - A 17th century chateau which serves as a film double for the Sun King's Versailles stages the celebrity wedding party of the year Saturday, when French basketball supremo Tony Parker gets spliced to Hollywood starlet Eva Longoria
Fears For Williams After Bizarre Webcast
Fears are growing for the psychological health of British pop star Robbie Williams after a bizarre webcast.The Angels singer, who has previously spent time in rehab for substance abuse and depression, has posted a film of himself on the internet in which he appears dishevelled and confused in a darkened room.Apparently explaining the inspiration behind
Stewart Slams Hilton Media Coverage
Musician/producer DAVE STEWART has slammed the current cult of celebrity, insisting he’s sick of stars like Paris Hilton dominating the news.The EURYTHMICS star has two young daughters with photographer wife Anoushka Fisz and worries they’ll grow up influenced by L.A.’s rehab regulars instead of the example of true role models.Blasting the media hype surrounding Hilton’s
Rotten's Drugs Rant
Former hellraiser JOHN LYDON has begged his rock colleagues to stop glamorising drugs, recalling how they destroyed his SEX PISTOLS bandmate Sid Vicious in 1979.Lydon - better known as Johnny Rotten - is saddened music stars continue to advocate illegal substances nearly 30 years after Vicious died of an overdose aged just 21.He says, "For
Grohl Grieves Twice For Cobain
Rocker DAVE GROHL mourned his NIRVANA bandmate Kurt Cobain twice after mistakenly being told he had died in an earlier overdose episode.Cobain was found dead at his home in Seattle, Washington in April 1994. His death was ruled a suicide by self-inflicted shotgun wound to the head.However, weeks earlier his bandmate Grohl was told the
Pussycat Doll Laments Man Trouble
THE Pussycat Dolls siren NICOLE SCHERZINGER is frustrated her celebrity status is frightening away potential suitors.The sexy pop star insists fame, coupled with confidence, is a deterrent to the opposite sex.She says, "Guys are usually frightened of me so I don’t get hit on a lot."I think as a female, if you carry yourself in
Givenchy: 'fashion Is Over'
Fashion giant HUBERT DE GIVENCHY has launched an astonishing attack on his design successors, declaring the industry "is over".The retired catwalk genius, who has clothed some of the world’s most glamorous stars including Audrey Hepburn Lauren Bacall and Jackie Kennedy, confesses he’s disillusioned with current design efforts.The 80-year-old says, "Fashion is over."I was lucky enough
Moore Defends Sicko Disinterest
Controversial filmmaker Michael Moore has defended his new documentary SICKO from claims foreign distributors aren’t interested.The movie, which takes aim at America’s healthcare system, has so far failed to attract bids in the U.K. Industry insiders suggest poor box office takings and mixed reviews in the U.S. could be to blame.However, Moore insists he’s not
Jones Nurses Dance Injury
Actress/singer Grace Jones is nursing a broken arm after an accident with her dance partner.The former Bond girl was showing off her moves at last month’s (Jun07) Meltdown festival at London’s Royal Festival Hall when calamity struck.She explains, "Goran (dance partner) and I were dancing this fantastic tango to Japanese jazz when he sat on
Cumming Calls For Greater Political Activism
Scottish actor Alan Cumming is encouraging people to take more interest in the world around them.The outspoken X-Men star is disgusted by the prevalence of political apathy, and urges his fans to stand up and be counted in global affairs.The gay actor says, "Why aren’t we demonstrating and protesting any more? "In America I am
More Evidence Of Moss/doherty Split
LATEST: News that supermodel Kate Moss pulled out of a Paris fashion show at the last minute on Monday (02Jul07) has fuelled speculation she’s ditched her on/off boyfriend PETE DOHERTY.The catwalk beauty was scheduled to appear at designer John Galliano’s fashion extravaganza for the Dior Haute Couture label held at the Palace of Versailles, joining
Lohan Promises Quieter Life
Troubled actress Lindsay Lohan has promised fans her new boyfriend and a move back home will keep her out of rehab.The Mean Girls star checked into rehab facility Promises in May (07) after being charged with driving under the influence following a Beverly Hills, California car smash.However, she’s adamant that when her stint at the
Allen's Red Carpet U-turn
Pop star Lily Allen surprised fans on Tuesday (03Jul07) when she appeared at the London premiere of the new HARRY POTTER movie - just days after claiming she deliberately shunned red carpet events.The Smile singer vowed on her MySpace page earlier this month (Jul07), "I don’t go to film premieres. I don’t go… to paparazzi
Barton Begs For Pooch Part
Actress Mischa Barton is petitioning to appear on a U.K. celebrity pet training programme.The former The O.C. star, who has two canine companions of her own, is hooked on The Underdog Show, which pairs homeless dogs with showbiz trainers.The 21-year-old says, "I’m obsessed with (it)."They give Battersea (a London animal rescue centre) dogs to celebrities
Love's Lunchbox Angers Cobain Fans
Courtney Love has angered KURT COBAIN fans after selling her late husband’s image to lunchbox manufacturers.The Nirvana legend’s face and signature now adorn a lunchbox, lighter, flask, figurine and dog tag created by the U.S. National Entertainment Collectables Association (NECA). Cobain’s figurine comes with his Fender Mustang guitar and he wears the trademark striped shirt
Ditto Denies Rock 'n' Roll Reputation
Rocker BETH DITTO has hit out at her reputation as a heavy drinking, drug-taking party girl - insisting the opposite is true.The Gossip frontmwoman is famous for her outrageous stage antics and is frequently spotted partying with pals including Kate Moss But she insists, "I’m not a big drinker. I’m not this party girl everyone thinks
Donovan Makes A Comeback With Tv Drama
Fallen Australian pop star JASON DONOVAN has been given the chance to revive his TV acting career in a new series opposite LOVE ACTUALLY star Martine McCutcheon Donovan, who once starred in Aussie soap Neighbours before becoming a pop superstar and London stage regular, fell on hard times and hit the headlines wen he revealed all
Love On The Look Out For A Good Stylist
Rocker Courtney Love is on the hunt for a new stylist after losing her last fashion advisor to MADONNA.The former Hole star is determined to look the part of the star again after overcoming drug problems and weight gain in recent years.But she insists she hasn’t got the style know-how to pick the right clothes
Mya Stares Into Space When Gossip Gets Too Much
R&B star MYA reaches for her telescope whenever gossip upsets her - because the stars help her realise what’s important.The sexy singer admits about her appearance, private life and false reports about her dating her way through male R&B and hip-hop stars like Sisqo, 50 Cent and The Game occasionally get her down.She says,
Groening Praises Gervais
THE SIMPSONS creator MATT GROENING has lavished praise on Ricky Gervais because he was a joy to work with.The Extras star appeared in a cameo role on the hit animated series as well as penning an entire episode after Groening invited the British funnyman to lend his skills to the show.He says, "I loved working
Roth's Letter Leads Him To Hero Coppola
Movie star TIM ROTH’s career has come full circle - he’s just wrapped a new movie with Francis Ford COPPOLA, who he wrote to asking for work as a teenager.The then-naive actor had no idea how wannabes went about nailing parts in Hollywood films and simply wrote to four of his favourite moviemakers, asking them
Barrymore & Braff: The New Hollywood Hot Couple?
Drew Barrymore and funnyman ZACH BRAFF have sparked rumours they’re Hollywood’s new hot couple after they were spotted "making out" in a New York club.Barrymore, who has been romantically linked to moviemaker Spike Jonze since splitting from longtime boyfriend Fabrizio Moretti, made no secret of her affections for Scrubs star Braff when the two met
Russell Defends Cruise Movie
LATEST: Veteran British director KEN RUSSELL is the latest moviemaker to leap to the defence of Tom Cruise insisting Germany’s Defence Ministry is wrong to ban filming on military sites because of the actor’s controversial Scientology beliefs.Cruise is playing World War II hero Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg - who lead an unsuccessful plot to assassinate
Beckham's Tv Double
Soccer ace David Beckham has signed for a second TV show documenting his move to Los Angeles this summer (07).The programme - a diary format called David Beckham’s Soccer U.S.A - will air on British network Five and follow match action from the superstar’s new team.Beckham will also on his performances in club clashes.Producer
Hans Zimmer Bakes Up A Tasty Soundtrack For 'the Simpsons Movie'
Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer Twentieth Century Fox, Gracie Films, and Extreme Music are proud to announce the CD release of Zimmer's original music for The Simpsons Movie. The album features Zimmer's interpretation of the classic theme music from the popular TV series, along with music from his score that captures the fun and satirical spirit of the movie.Former Korn Star Not Ready For Meeting With Ex-bandmates
Former KORN star BRIAN ‘HEAD’ WELCH has every intention of making peace with his ex-bandmates - but insists the time still isn’t right for a meeting.The heavy rock star turned his back on the group when he decided to become a born-again Christian in 2005.Welch has yet to sit down with Korn frontman Jonathan Davis
Paisley Plans Australian Country Invasion
Singer/songwriter Brad Paisley has become an unofficial music ambassador for Australia, claiming the country has the potential to be country music’s next mecca.The Celebrity singer has struggled to make his mark on audiences outside America, but thinks more country stars should be heading to pal Keith Urban’s native Australia - because that’s the genre’s next
Cyrus Beats Clarkson To The Top
MILEY CYRUS has won the battle of the pop girls in America after taking her new album to the top of the charts - just ahead of KELLY CLARKSON’s latest release.Cyrus, the daughter of Achy Breaky Heart singer Billy Ray Cyrus, claimed the new number one on Wednesday (04Jul07) after selling 326,000 copies of her
Mcphee Dreams Of A Big Family
Former AMERICAN IDOL star Katharine McPhee had better get started if she wants to realise her maternal dreams - she wants 15 kids.The pretty 23-year-old can’t wait to get pregnant because she has always dreamed of starting a family - ever since she was a teenager.She tells Stuff magazine, "I want to have, like, 15
Stone Hits Back At 'great Satan' Tag
LATEST: Moviemaker Oliver Stone has responded to Iranian critics who called him "part of the Great Satan" as they refused his official request to make a movie about President MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD.The Doors director approached Iranian officials at the beginning of 2007 and revealed his plans to turn the life of the country’s leader into a
Dreamgirls Star Turns Detective For Minghella Film
DREAMGIRLS star ANIKA NONI ROSE will join R&B star JILL SCOTT in moviemaker ANTHONY MINGHELLA’s new TV film THE NO.1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY.If the movie is well received, The English Patient director and writing partner Richard Curtis hope to turn the project into a TV series.The film has been adapted from Alexander McCall Smith’s books,
Seinfeld's Home Tops Celebrity Palace List
Comedian JERRY SEINFELD’s lavish East Hampton, New York estate has topped a new U.S. poll of celebrity homes.Seinfeld bought his $32 million (£16 million) pad from rocker Billy Joel and now the sprawling beachside address is the number one celebrity palace, according to magazine OK!.The funnyman’s home beat out property tycoon-turned-reality TV star Donald Trump’s
Paltrow's Macrobiotic Diet Made Love Fat
Rocker Courtney Love ditched her macrobiotic diet plans when she gained 50 pounds (22.6 kilograms) eating what GWYNETH PALTROW’s chef served up for her.The former Hole singer recently hit the headlines after shedding 44 pounds (19.9 kilograms) in four months, crediting a good diet and yoga for the weightloss.And now she admits she previously tried
Potter Star Watson Is Set For Life
The HARRY POTTER franchise has set young Brit Emma Watson up for life - she insists she never has to work again once the film series ends.The teenager, who plays Hermione Granger in the Potter movies, had no idea the franchise would make her rich beyond her dreams when she auditioned for the first film
Al Gore's Son Arrested On Drug Charges (afp)
AFP - Police arrested former vice president and current environmental activist Al Gore's son, also named Albert Gore, after finding marijuana and narcotics in his low-emissions car, authorities said Wednesday.
Al Gore's Son Arrested On Drug Suspicion (ap)
AP - Al Gore son was arrested early Wednesday on suspicion of possessing marijuana and prescription drugs after deputies pulled him over for speeding, authorities said.
Johnta Austin To Release Debut Album, 'ocean Drive,' September 4
(New York, NY) - As the singular most successful songwriter at work today-– whose tunes have been brought to the top of the charts by Mariah Carey Mary J. Blige, and at least 50 more artists over the last decade, including Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Jessica Simpson, Usher, Chris Brown, Toni Braxton, Tyrese, Enrique Iglesias, Aaliyah, Faith Evans, B2K, Ciara, Ruben Studdard,More Monkees Deluxe: 2nd Set Of Limited-edition Reissues Out July 10
The Monkees' tale is legendary. Micky Dolenz Davy Jones, Mike Nesmith and Peter Tork were plucked by fate from a mass casting call in 1966. Asked to portray a zany rock band in the spirit of the Beatles' A Hard Day's Night, the quartet went on to out-sell the Beatles and The Rolling Stones combined; more than 16 million albums between 1966 and 1968.Salman Rushdie's Fourth Marriage Ends
Salman Rushdie's real life romance is over. The author and his wife of three years, Padma Lakshmi have split up and filed for divorce. The couple, who are separated by a 24-year age gap, each released a statement confirming the breakdown of their marriage. However, according to Salman, it was his wife who wanted the divorce.
Report: "sex" Movie A Go!
Filed under: TV TV Guide's Michael Ausiello is reporting that the long-awaited Sex and the City" movie is finally a go! Speculation has been swirling for a while that the movie was hung up due to its dueling stars, but Ausiello reports that SJP, Cynthia Nixon,...
Osbourne Backs Taiwan's Un Bid
Rocker Ozzy Osbourne is lending his support to a Taiwanese band campaigning for the country’s entry into the United Nations. The group, named ChthoniC, will use its links to the former Black Sabbath frontman to promote Taiwan’s campaign of obtaining membership to the world body. The band will travel to at least 80 cities in
Moore Still Horrified By Valderrama Revelations
Mandy Moore is still upset her ex-lover WILMER VALDERRAMA chose to reveal intimate moments from their love life on a national radio show.Valderrama told Howard Stern in an interview last year (06) he took Moore’s virginity, adding "It wasn’t like warm apple pie." And Moore, who is now dating singer-songwriter Greg Laswell, admits she is
Bachchan In Bomb Plot
Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan found himself at the centre of a bomb plot at his home on Wednesday (04Jul07).The actor was contacted by local police in Mumbai, India, who had received an anonymous fax an explosive device which was due to go off at 4:30pm that day had been planted in Bachchan’s bungalow..However, the allegations
Collette Praises Gore's Live Earth Plans
Actress Toni Collette has praised AL GORE’s campaign to promote environmental awareness through music at this weekend’s (07Jul07) Live Earth gigs.The star will help to kick off the Sydney, Australia leg of the global "green" event on Saturday with her band Finish - and the star is hopeful the worldwide concerts will get Gore’s message
Sheen Brands Bush 'un-christian' Over Dixie Chicks Furore
Actor MARTIN SHEEN has slammed President GEORGE W. BUSH’s behaviour towards the Dixie Chicks after they spoke out against him - branding his behaviour ‘un-Christian’.The star has criticised America’s reaction to the 2003 incident, in which bandmember Natalie Maines said she was "ashamed the President of the United States was from Texas" - her native
Russell Convinced He Has Missed Out On Knighthood
British director KEN RUSSELL has given up hope of winning a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II, because he has made too many controversial films.Russell has enjoyed a long and distinguished career in cinema, but is convinced his 1971 movie The Devils - which features nudity and satanism - has ruined his chances.He says, "I think
'lucky' Damon Landed Bourne Role
Hollywood star Matt Damon insists he was lucky to land the lead role in THE BOURNE IDENTITY after starring in two critically-panned movies.The actor claims All The Pretty Horses and The Legend of Bagger Vance were his worst ever career moves, but was grateful they were released after he was chosen for his role as
Ford: 'blade Runner Was A Nightmare'
Harrison Ford has branded his role playing a futuristic cop in Blade Runner "a f**king nightmare".The actor admits he was initially attracted to the role as Rick Deckard in the 1982 movie, but was not keen on the voiceover narrations. Ford claims director Ridley Scott agreed to remove them for the script - but was
Keys Teams Up With Perry
R&B star Alicia Keys will follow in the footsteps of CHRISTINA AGUILERA, PINK and COURTNEY LOVE by collaborating with super songwriter LINDA PERRY. The singer/actress is teaming up with the famed musician on her next album which is due to be released in October (07). She tells MTV, "I’m actually really interested in working with
Ditto Blasts 'bisexual' Jolie
Gay singer BETH DITTO has hit out at actress ANGELINA JOLIE’s claims she’s bisexual, insisting she wouldn’t be dating Brad Pitt if she was.The Girl, Interrupted star frequently speaks out about her lust for other women - but the Gossip frontwoman suspects her are lies.Ditto says, "If she were actually a lesbian she’d be
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