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Estefan Takes Tropical Plunge On New Album (reuters)
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:35:07 | Rate news: -1
Reuters - Gloria Estefan left her native Cuba when she was just a year old. Her family was allowed to take nothing with them, except the clothes they were wearing and a small bag.

Steve Martin To Wed
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:32:46 | Rate news: +0
Funnyman Steve Martin is planning a second trip down the aisle with long-term love Anne Stringfield. The Father Of The Bride actor, 61, and the former New Yorker journalist, 35, have been dating since 2002.


Jaime Pressly Blasts Sexist Hollywood
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:32:19 | Rate news: +0
My Name Is Earl actress Jaime Pressly is disgusted by the sexist nature of Hollywood, insisting women have less options than their male counterparts. The blonde star says it's much easier for men to make their way through show business than actresses.


Naomi Watts & Liev Schreiber Throw Baby Shower
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:31:42 | Rate news: +0
Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber gave up tickets to a Los Angeles Galaxy soccer match to celebrate the upcoming birth of their first child. They were joined by actresses Kate Hudson and Carla Gugino for a baby shower at their Los Angeles home on Saturday.


Jennifer Lopez And Marc Anthony Warned About Abusive Movie Scenes
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:31:10 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood husband-and-wife Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony almost quit their new movie El Cantante, fearing abusive relationship scenes would damage their marriage. Anthony plays Hector Lavoe, one of the most famous Spanish-language singers of the 1970s, in the movie - and Lopez plays his wife Puchi.


Lindsay Lohan Takes Tango Lessons
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:30:37 | Rate news: +0
Actress Lindsay Lohan has reportedly landed her first movie role since leaving rehab - but will need to dance for the part. The Mean Girls star, who ended a 45-day stay at Malibu, California's Promises Clinic on July 13, has landed a part in new movie Dare to Love Me, reports People.com.


Artists Taking Credit For Songs They Didn't Write Prevalent In Today's Pop Music Scene
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:30:06 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - Of all the names in music, Chantal Kreviazuk may be the least likely to appear in a headline. Though she recently released her own album, the songwriter usually stays behind the scenes to pen hits with artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Stefani and Avril Lavigne.


Mark Hamill Sucks At 'star Wars' Trivia
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:29:36 | Rate news: -1
Actor Mark Hamill believes he is the world's worst Star Wars expert - and knows very little about the movies that made him famous. The film star - who played Luke Skywalker in the original science fantasy epics - has only seen each of the movies once, and is baffled by fans' obsession with the cult series.


Queen Latifah Joins Headliners For Concert To Raise Money For King Memorial On National Mall
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:28:59 | Rate news: +0
WASHINGTON (AP) - Garth Brooks, Queen Latifah and Kenny ''Babyface'' Edmonds will perform at a concert to raise money for a memorial to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. to be built on the National Mall.


Daniel Radcliffe Turns 18; Keeps Mum On Birthday Plans - And 'harry Potter' Paychecks
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:27:03 | Rate news: +0
LONDON (AP) - Media reports of ''Harry Potter'' star Daniel Radcliffe gaining access to huge amounts of cash when he turned 18 Monday were overblown, his publicist's office said.


Megan Fox Thought Director Michael Bay Was An Extra
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:25:22 | Rate news: +0
Megan Fox mistook director Michael Bay for an extra during her audition for summer blockbuster Transformers. The 21-year-old, who was auditioning for the role of Mikaela Banes, assumed Bay was a fellow actor, but was quickly corrected by his colleagues.


Country Singer Mindy Mccready Free On Bond After Arrest Scuffle With Mother In Florida
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:24:51 | Rate news: +0
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) - Mindy McCready is free on $1,000 bond after a weekend arrest on misdemeanor charges that she scratched her mother on the face during a scuffle and resisted sheriff's deputies, authorities said.


Spice Girls Let Fans Choose An Extra Tour Date
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:24:11 | Rate news: +0
The Spice Girls have confirmed they are adding an extra gig to their comeback world tour - and are giving fans the chance to choose the location. The 90s pop sensations recently announced they are returning for a farewell tour of 11 gigs later this year - but so many fans have begged the five-piece to visit their city, Sporty, Baby, Posh, Scary and Ginger have agreed to play one more time.


Lil Wayne And Ja Rule Both Arrested On Gun Charges
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:23:01 | Rate news: +0
Rapper Lil Wayne did his first major gig in New York City at the Beacon Theater Sunday night, but then got a sour taste of his Big Apple debut when he was busted for pot and a weapons charge. An NYPD spokesperson said that Wayne's tour bus was pulled over at around 11:30 p.m. After searching the vehicle, police arrested Wayne for criminal possession of a .40 caliber pistol and possession of marijuana. Ja Rule was arrested in a different location, an hour earlier, also for possession of a .40 caliber pistol.

Evangeline Lilly Found Freedom When She Lost Everything
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:22:12 | Rate news: +0
Actress Evangeline Lilly experienced the devastating loss of having her home in Hawaii catch fire and burn to the ground last December but the actress says she came out of the experience feeling "really liberating and exciting."

Rather than mourn for possessions, the 27-year-old decided the fire, which was caused by an electrical fault, was a chance to change her life: "All that I lost were the things inside. I've always believed things are more of a chain than a vehicle. To not be tied down to anything was a great feeling."

Mark Hamill Has A Star Wars Collection To Rival The Biggest Fan's
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:21:36 | Rate news: +0
Having no idea how big the Star Wars saga would eventually become, star Mark Hamill had a clause put in his movie contract that he was to be given a copy of any Luke Skywalker memorabilia that might be created. Now he's stuck with a warehouse full of the stuff and says he's received one piece of every item of merchandise inspired by his character.

He told a British radio program: "I've been an electric toothbrush and I think there's a Luke Skywalker asthma inhaler that was released in Australia.

Happy Birthday Daniel Radcliffe!
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:21:03 | Rate news: +0
Daniel Radcliffe turns 18 today and that means he finally gets his hands on the $10 million (£20 million) fortune he's earned for the first five "Harry Potter" movie franchise. And what does he plan to splurge on? Nothing! Nada! Zip!

Dan says the things he likes to purchase "only cost about 10 pounds - books, CDs, and DVDs." And don't look for the now adult wizard to go off the deep end like some other rich, young celebrities.

The Hoff Goes Overboard
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:17:13 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo Ride the wave! David Hasselhoff and his daughters took a dunk in the Pacific off Malibu on Saturday -- thanks to The Hoff's poor jet ski driving. The former "Baywatch" boss sped around with daughters Hayley Amber and Taylor Ann on board his jet ski,...

Beckhams -- Cheeky Bastards
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:16:29 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies, Becks and Posh Please don't squeeze the Charmin!David and Victoria Beckham held on to each other's best assets as the newly arrived immigrants entered their Tom Cruise-hosted welcome party on Sunday. Scientolulations!The Ends.RelatedArticles Angry Spice ...

Barker: Tatty Daddy
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:15:44 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Kids Travis Barker looks scrawny, but he seems to be able to carry two kids with no problem! The former blink member was spotted in Malibu yesterday by TMZ cameras -- this time, Barker didn't say a word regarding custody of his children or estranged wife...

Hayden -- I'm A Tonedeaf Bitch!
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:15:06 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Paparazzi Video, Wacky and Weird Hayden Panettiere is a hot singer ... but not necessarily a good one. The "Heroes" cheerleader dropped her pom-poms and picked up a microphone Saturday, and the results were anything but heroic. Hayden rocked out to one-hit-wonder Meredith Brooks'...

Lindsay's Rehabilitated Bod
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:14:25 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Lindsay Lohan Hot Bodies Rehab does the Lohan good! Va va voom!Lindsay Lohan revealed her sexy slammin' body in a hot pink bikini outside the Polaroid Beach House in Malibu on Saturday. Finally, some curves Linds can handle without proof of insurance!Besides the titillating...

Brady The Hunk: Damn Yankee!
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:13:16 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Baby Watch Will Tom Brady never learn? The New England Patriot hottie QB was again seen sporting a New York Yankee baseball hat while running in Manhattan -- obviously, he wasn't in Beantown! Penalty! Brady has a full plate at the moment -- with the impending...

Ja Rule & Lil' Wayne Arrested For Gun Possession
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:12:10 | Rate news: +0
Hip-hop stars LIL’ WAYNE and Ja Rule have been arrested on separate gun possession charges in New York.Lil’ Wayne - real name Dwayne Michael Carter Jr - was arrested in Manhattan shortly after his performance at the Beacon Theater on Sunday night (22Jul07). Police said Carter was found carrying a .40 caliber pistol after he

Walsh Hired Via Text Message
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:08:20 | Rate news: +0
Music mogul Simon Cowell re-hired TV personality LOUIS WALSH as a judge on British TV show X-FACTOR via a text message.The Irish music impresario was fired from TV talent search in March (07) after three years of fronting the show alongside Cowell and Sharon Osbourne.But Cowell admitted it was a mistake to axe Walsh and

Martin To Wed
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:06:06 | Rate news: +0
Funnyman Steve Martin is planning a second trip down the aisle with long-term love ANNE STRINGFIELD.The Father Of The Bride actor, 61, and the former New Yorker journalist, 35, have been dating since 2002.The New York Daily News reports Martin and Stringfield have recently become engaged and are planning to wed this year (07).Martin was

Groening Feared Failure
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:05:18 | Rate news: +0
THE SIMPSON creator Matt Groening nearly quit a career in animation after his father told him he would be unsuccessful.The Emmy award-winning cartoonist was often criticised by his father, Homer, for lacking in artistic talent so turned to a career in writing.Groening moved to Los Angeles to pursue a writing career and created the comic

Pressly Blasts Sexist Hollywood
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:04:39 | Rate news: +0
My Name Is Earl actress Jaime Pressly is disgusted by the sexist nature of Hollywood, insisting women have less options than their male counterparts.The blonde star says it’s much easier for men to make their way through showbusiness than actresses.She says, "I’ve done my share of films I’d like to forget. Still, I don’t know

Bacall Surprised By Bogart
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:03:53 | Rate news: +0
Veteran actress LAUREN BACALL was pleasantly surprised her co-star-turned-husband Humphrey Bogart wasn’t a real life bad boy, unlike his reputation onscreen.The To Have and Have Not star never thought twice about marrying Bogart, despite the fact she was 19 and he was 44.She says, "People surprise you. Bogey was an avid reader. I thought he

Lohan Is Learning The Tango
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:02:58 | Rate news: +0
Actress Lindsay Lohan has reportedly landed her first movie role since leaving rehab - but will need to dance for the part.The Mean Girls star, who ended a 45-day stay at Malibu, California’s Promises Clinic on 13 July (07), has landed a part in new movie Dare to Love Me, reports People.com.But the movie, which

Lopez And Anthony Warned About Abusive Movie Scenes
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:02:13 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood husband-and-wife Jennifer Lopez and MARC ANTHONY almost quit their new movie EL CANTANTE, fearing abusive relationship scenes would damage their marriage.Anthony plays Hector Lavoe, one of the most famous Spanish-language singers of the 1970s, in the movie - and Lopez plays his wife Puchi.The film follows Lavoe’s heroin addiction, his violent relationship with Puchi

Watts & Schreiber Throw Baby Shower
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:01:28 | Rate news: +0
Naomi Watts and LIEV SCHREIBER gave up tickets to a Los Angeles Galaxy soccer match to celebrate the upcoming birth of their first child.They were joined by actresses Kate Hudson and Carla Gugino for a baby shower at their Los Angeles home on Saturday (21Jul07).The couple initially planned to watch soccer star David Beckham make

Hasselhoff To Produce Daughters' Pop Career
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:00:39 | Rate news: +0
Singer/actor David Hasselhoff is set to turn his teenage daughters into pop stars.The former Baywatch actor claims his kids Taylor Ann, 17; and Hayley Amber, 14; are talented singers and he wants to produce for them.He says, "I am also actually working on producing my daughters because both of them can sing."I said I was

Beckhams Get Starry Welcome-to-la Party (ap)
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:30:03 | Rate news: +0
AP - David Beckham attracts Hollywood stars the same way he draws defenders on the soccer field. In large numbers.

Daniel Craig Is Highest-paid British Actor
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:28:49 | Rate news: +0
James Bond star Daniel Craig has become the U.K's highest-paid actor - after signing a multi-million dollar deal with 007 bosses. The actor has committed to appear in a further two movies in the super spy franchise, earning $10 million and $16 million for each one respectively - after his appearance in Casino Royale helped the movie become the biggest-grossing Bond outing ever, taking $600 million at the box office.


A 'boring' Lindsay Lohan Dumped By Calum Best
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:27:37 | Rate news: +0
Actress Lindsay Lohan has been dumped by her on-off boyfriend Calum Best - because she's "too boring" when she's sober, according to British tabloid reports. The Mean Girls star ended a 45-day stay at Malibu, California's Promises Clinic on July 13th suspicion of driving under the influence, following a car crash in Hollywood.


Oprah & Simon Cowell Are Tv's Highest Paid Stars
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:27:07 | Rate news: +0
British music mogul Simon Cowell annual earnings of $45 million has earned him second place in a new poll of U.S. TV's highest-paid stars. But Cowell's impressive salary still cannot touch Oprah Winfrey's massive earnings - she remains top of the TV Guide magazine's rich list with a whopping $260 million a year.


Britney Spears To Tell All In Exclusive Ok! Interview?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:26:38 | Rate news: +0
Pop superstar Britney Spears is to set the record straight about her much-publicized personal problems in a revealing interview with OK! magazine, according to reports.


John Travolta Sues Hometown Airport
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:25:29 | Rate news: +0
John Travolta has filed a lawsuit against the owners of a Florida airport, claiming they falsified records to prevent him from landing his plane there.


Al Gore's Son Is Charged With Drug Possession
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:24:57 | Rate news: +0
Former Vice-President and Live Earth co-organizer Al Gore son has been charged with possession of illegal drugs after being arrested for allegedly speeding on Independence Day.


Evangeline Lilly Felt Liberated After Home Was Destroyed In Fire
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:23:43 | Rate news: +0
Actress Evangeline Lilly found the experience of having all her possessions destroyed when a fire swept through her home "really liberating and exciting." The Lost star's Hawaiian property burned to the ground in December 2006.


Kelly Clarkson: 'i'm Afraid Of Mouth Herpes'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:23:14 | Rate news: +0
Singer Kelly Clarkson has only kissed five boys in her life because she fears contracting mouth herpes. The American Idol winner, 25, credits her low smooch rate to worrying about what she might catch from an unhealthy flame.


Robert Smith Unlikely To Work With Ashlee Simpson This Year, If At All
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:22:46 | Rate news: +0
The Cure frontman Robert Smith has refused to deny reports he plans to work with pop star Ashlee Simpson but admits a collaboration is unlikely to take place this year.


Russell Simmons Is 'too Old' For Dating
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:22:16 | Rate news: +0
Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons is having difficulty finding love again - because he believes he's 'too old' to be dating. The Def Jam founder, 49, has been linked to a number of beauties since his split from wife of 15 years, Kimora Lee, in 2006, but admits his age is a "problem" when it comes to courting.


Ja Rule, Lil Wayne Arrested In New York City On Gun Possession Charge In Separate Incidents
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:20:22 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - Ja Rule and Lil Wayne have been arrested and charged with criminal possession of a weapon in separate incidents, police said.


Kate Moss Fears A Video Diary Humiliation
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:19:51 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Kate Moss is desperate for ex-boyfriend Pete Doherty to return two videotapes documenting the former couple's unusual daily activities - because she doesn't want to be humiliated. The British catwalk star reportedly dumped the Baby Shambles singer earlier this month and is said to be anxious about the whereabouts of the missing video diaries, fearing they could fall into the wrong hands and end up on the internet.


'young & Restless' Actor Honored With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:17:59 | Rate news: +0
Veteran actor Eric Braeden has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 66-year-old is best known for his long-running role as ruthless Victor Newman on popular TV soap The Young and the Restless, and he was awarded an Emmy for his part in the show in 1998.


Insurance Company Had To Give Vin Diesel $1.5 Million So He Could Finish 'babylon A.d.'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:17:28 | Rate news: +0
Action star Vin Diesel new sci-fi movie Babylon A.D. had to be rescued by a insurance company after running so far over-budget and behind schedule it faced being axed. Film Finances Inc, a firm which insures movies to ensure they will be completed, handed over $1.5 million to pay for additional filming in Paris and Prague, according to the New York Daily News.


Roger Moore: 'i Have Not Retired'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:16:58 | Rate news: +0
Former James Bond star Roger Moore has denied reports he is to quit the film industry, insisting he's not yet ready to retire from Hollywood. The 80-year-old actor has featured in a string of made-for-TV movies in recent years, but has not been seen on the big screen for the last five years, prompting speculation he is preparing for retirement.


Notable Quotables
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:15:42 | Rate news: +0
"I have crazy thoughts. I can get a little psycho-y. I'm just a get-even person, really. Instead of throwing a temper tantrum, I'd rather do something worse to whoever hurt me." Country singer Miranda Lambert is not to be messed around with.


Celebrity Snippets
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:15:01 | Rate news: +0
Porn star Ron Jeremy has recorded a public service advertisement for a Christian organization, warning kids not to watch adult movies until they are of legal age. Alongside a doll named 'Pete the Porno Puppet,' he tells viewers, "Don't watch porn 'til you're over 18 years of age. It's for adults only."


Mark Ruffalo And Guy Pearce Battle For Iconic Brando Role
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:14:30 | Rate news: +0
Zodiac star Mark Ruffalo and Australian actor Guy Pearce are battling it out for the lead role in a new stage version of On The Waterfront - in the part made famous by the late Marlon Brando


Stars Join Oxfam's Global Ambassadors Program
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:13:58 | Rate news: +0
Scarlett Johansson has become the latest celebrity to join Oxfam's Global Ambassador program, officially launched today. Johansson joined following a trip to India and Sri Lanka with Oxfam where she visited a school for girls, and survivors of the tsunami.


Megan Fox Loves Kissing Shia Labeouf
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:13:30 | Rate news: +1
Transformers star Megan Fox enjoyed her on-screen romance with co-star Shia LaBeouf so much, she reckons he is the "best kisser" in the world. The 21-year-old beauty is currently dating 32-year-old actor Brian Austin Green, but that didn't stop her from praising LaBeouf for the great smooch.


John Travolta Almost Turned Down Hairspray Role
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:11:53 | Rate news: +0
John Travolta says he initially turned down the role of overweight mother Edna Turnblad in Hairspray until he got into talks with the director Adam Shankman. The actor worried the musical wouldn't live up to "Grease" the 1978 monster hit movie that made him a star.

But Travolta was convinced by the dedication of the director. He says,"Shankman basically said to me, 'I take this movie personally and if it doesn't come out right, I'm going to die.'

Nick Nolte: Fisherman's Friend?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:08:15 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird, Fashion Fresh from his curious airport "nap" in Hawaii, a raggedy Nick Nolte was snapped outside a restaurant in Malibu this weekend, looking like a messed up lab tech on the USS Casablanca. Reports have attributed his derelict behavior to "role research."...

Lindsay: Ankles Aweigh!
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:07:22 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Lindsay Lohan Rehab-fresh Lindsay Lohan got herself a snazzy new S.C.R.A.M. device, but she's not exactly happy to show off her new fashion accessory just yet. TMZ cameras spotted Lilo tanning herself at the Polaroid Beach House in Malibu yesterday, and while she...

Two Rappers, Two Guns, Two Arrests
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:06:43 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Train Wrecks Two hip-hop heavies -- Ja Rule and Lil' Wayne -- were rapped last night in New York, both for possession of .40-caliber pistols, and just an hour and a few blocks apart from one another.The NYPD tells TMZ that around 10:30 PM last night, Ja Rule ..

Kimmel's Benoit Burn Too Hot For Tv
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:05:57 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: TV There is a line you can cross when roasting Flavor Flav -- and Jimmy Kimmel was the one who crossed it.During last night's four-letter fest in honor of the "Flavor of Love" star, Kimmel was poking fun at the fact that Flav has several children with...

Mel B. Sees Allred
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:05:06 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Eddie Murphy better watch out -- Scary Spice Mel B. is about to sic celebutorney Gloria Allred on his ass! TMZ cameras caught the buxom baby mama lunching with the pit bull attorney at Beverly Hills hotspot Mr. Chow on Friday. It seems Scary's...

Shanna Moakler -- Sad And Lonely?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:04:26 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Break-Ups Shanna Moakler and Travis Barker are Hollywood's new Eminem and Kim! One minute they're on, the next they're off -- such rockers! The last time we heard, they were off. Well kids, it's a new day.Shanna might not have gotten the message, or just plain...

Grace Slick And Michelle Phillips: White Rabbits
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:03:43 | Rate news: +2
Filed under: Music, Beauty Nana, is that you?Jefferson Airplane's Grace Slick, and Mamas & the Papas' Michelle Phillips are still '60s rockers -- 67 & 63 years old! And one pill makes you ... older!The sexagenarian music Golden Girls came out of storage to attend a screening...

Paris' Pooch Tries To Escape
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:03:04 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton Paris Hilton's new puppy got loose over the weekend -- with paparazzi saving the day!TMZ cameras were outside Hilton's Malibu beach pad this weekend, when her mini Yorkie wandered into the street after sneaking out the front door. Our photog picked...

Heather & Jack Move Back To Melrose
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:02:17 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Hook-Ups, Paparazzi Photo Heather Locklear and new/old boyfriend Jack Wagner were spotted frolicking on the beach on Sunday ... just like old friends! Looks like the former "Melrose Place" stars have rediscovered each other after a long hiatus. Jack's marriage washed up in...

Jennifer Lopez's Husband Marc Anthony Almost Quit Their New Movie Because It Included Scenes Where He Had To Be Abusive To Her.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:01:31 | Rate news: +0
The singer-and-actor has revealed they both found the scenes in ‘El Cantante ‘ very difficult to shoot, but their ‘normal’ marriage got them through it.Marc said in an interview with Latina magazine: ‘All my actor friends warned us, saying, ‘Those abusive husband-and-wife scenes are going to be difficult.’ It almost scared me into quitting.‘With those

Mariah Carey Has Apologised For Neglecting Her Fans.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 18:00:47 | Rate news: -1
The ‘Glitter’ star posted a voice message on her website telling fans she has been working for ‘20 billion hours’ to get her new album out by the end of the year.Mariah said: ‘Hello! I know I haven’t called you since 1802.‘Actually, I haven’t called anyone. I’ve been really, really busy and when I do

Kylie Minogue Has Allegedly Issued A Marry Me Or Leave Me Ultimatum To Her Reunited Lover Olivier Martinez.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:59:04 | Rate news: +0
The pair, who split in February amid rumours Olivier had cheated on Kylie, have reportedly rekindled their relationship, with Kylie visiting the French actor several times at his Paris home.It has now been claimed the pop superstar only agreed to take the 41-year-old heartthrob back on the condition he proposes to her.A source told Britain’s

Michael Jackson Is Being Advised On How To Save His Career By Former Chart Rival Prince.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:58:16 | Rate news: +0
The eccentric star has reportedly turned to Prince, who he battled for pop supremacy in the 80s, for help with his comeback.The ‘Purple Rain’ singer is said to have told Michael to play a series of acoustic shows in Las Vegas to prove to the world he is still an amazing talent.A source told the

The Spice Girls Are Under Pressure To Increase Their World Tour To 50 Dates, After An Unprecedented Demand For Tickets From Fans.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:57:29 | Rate news: +0
The band - Victoria Beckham, Mel B, Emma Bunton, Mel C and Geri Halliwell - are to hold talks with manager Simon Fuller to extend the tour after two million fans registered on the group’s website.However, the group - who have agreed to 11 dates and are already considering a further 14 shows - are

Kate Moss Is Terrified Intimate Videos She Made With Ex-boyfriend Pete Doherty Will End Up On The Internet.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:56:57 | Rate news: +0
The supermodel, who dumped the troubled rocker earlier this month, made eight video diaries with Pete during their turbulent relationship.After their messy split, Kate found six of the tapes but is concerned that Pete, who is a self-confessed drug addict, could sell the missing two.A source told Britain’s The Sun newspaper: ‘There are still some

Lindsay Lohan Has Reportedly Been Dumped By On/off Lover Calum Best -because He Doesn't Like Her Being Sober.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:56:11 | Rate news: +0
The model, the son of late soccer legend George Best, is not ready to cut down on his partying and thinks he is no longer suited to the ‘Mean Girls’ actress, who is teetotal after completing a rehab programme for alcoholism.A source told Britain’s Daily Star newspaper: ‘Calum called Lindsay last week and said he

David Beckham Made His Hotly-anticipated Debut For The Los Angeles Galaxy Soccer Team In Front Of A Host Of Hollywood Stars On Saturday (21.07.07).
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:55:09 | Rate news: +0
Katie Holmes, Eva Longoria, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jennifer Love Hewitt were among the sell-out crowd cheering on the sports superstar at the Home Depot Center Stadium.David’s wife Victoria was also in the stands along with the couple’s three sons, Brooklyn, eight, Romeo, four and two-year-old Cruz.The Spice Girl was seen sipping champagne with ‘Desperate Housewives’

Naomi Campbell Has Mocked Her Anger Management Problems In A New Tv Commercial.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:54:35 | Rate news: +0
The supermodel - who carried out five days community service cleaning the streets of New York as punishment for throwing her mobile phone at her maid - is seen gardening in a glamorous red dress and high heels in the advert for Dunkin’ Donuts iced tea.She soon loses her temper when she breaks a heel

George Michael Has Bought A Dead Cow Wrapped Around A Pole For £3.5 Million.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:53:53 | Rate news: +0
The ‘Fast Love’ singer and boyfriend Kenny Goss are big fans of the controversial artist Damien Hirst and splashed out on his piece of artwork entitled ‘Saint Sebastian, Exquisite Pain’.The installation features the body of a black calf pierced by dozens of arrows and attached with cable to a steel post, set in a tank

Heather Graham's Strictly Religious Parents Severed Contact With Her After She Played A Porn Star In 'boogie Nights'.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:53:08 | Rate news: +2
The Hollywood beauty, who had a strict Catholic upbringing, admits her family are unhappy with her sex symbol status.Heather, 37, told the Weekend magazine: ‘’Boogie Nights’ was quite explicit and my parents were horrified. They didn’t really want to hear my point of view, and thought that, because I took the part, then I was

Britain's Prince Charles And His Wife Camilla, The Duchess Of Cornwall, Are Expecting A Second Grandchild.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:51:11 | Rate news: +0
Camilla’s daughter Laura, 28, and her husband Harry Lopes are having their first child in early January.Laura - whose father is Camilla’s ex-husband Army officer Andrew Parker Bowles - confirmed the happy news, saying: ‘Yes, I am three and a half months pregnant.‘Everyone’s absolutely delighted. It’s all very exciting.’ Laura’s brother Tom and his wife

Britain's Queen Elizabeth Lent Camilla, The Duchess Of Cornwall, A Precious Diamond Necklace To Wear To Her 60th Birthday Party.
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:49:41 | Rate news: +0
The dazzling jewels once belonged to the Queen Mother and experts say the necklace is priceless because of its history.It was given to the Queen Mother by her mother-in-law, Queen Mary, who had received it from her parents, the Duke and Duchess of Teck, at her wedding to Prince George in July 1893.The queen did

Britain's Prince William And Kate Middleton Enjoyed A Romantic Slow Dance At Camilla, The Duchess Of Cornwall's 60th Birthday Party On Saturday Night (21.07.07).
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:48:11 | Rate news: +0
The smitten couple, who recently rekindled their romance after a three-month break, couldn’t keep their eyes off each other at William’s stepmother’s birthday bash at Highgrove, the Gloucestershire home the duchess shares with husband Prince Charles Fellow guests claim the future king and Kate, who looked stunning a full-length white dress, were among the first people

Lindsay Lohan Cleavage Close-up At Malibu Beach
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:24:17 | Rate news: +0
Celebrity News: Lindsay Lohan showing cleavage at the Malibu beach! Have you checked these photos of Lindsay bending like a realpro stripper – maybe she learnt something from her last movie-, showing us whatgreat breasts she has? No? Well don’t worry it’s not too late…! We all knowthat Lindsay is considered a bad girl, because of her actions: rehab, DUI,hitting trees, and doing girls – I’m okay with the last one! But why is it thatwe always take on her negatives? You know, when you ask people around, what youthink about that celebrity, they say: oh she is one bad motherf….., she is somean, I totally hate her… But what do you think of her looks, they go: she’sdefinitely hot, I love that Versace dress she’s wearing, and that purse issooooo awesome! So there you have it! Hate her attitude, but love her looks,especially when she shows you this hot juicy cleavage, taken in Malibu of course, that’swhere all the nasty things happen! Take a look!

Lindsay Lohan Bikini Pictures At The Polaroid Beach House
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:23:25 | Rate news: +0
Celebrity WOW: Pictures of Lindsay Lohan wearing red bra andbikini at the Polaroid Beach House Another post in the same day with Lindsay Lohan I thinkthere’s something wrong with me! But since you all like LiLo so much, I willdelight you with these red bra/ bikini pictures of her! Hope you appreciatethem the same way I did!

Hollywood Luminaries Turn Out To Welcome David And Victoria Beckham To Los Angeles
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:19:14 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - David Beckham attracted Hollywood stars Sunday the same way he draws defenders on the soccer field.

In large numbers.


Country Singer Mindy Mccready Arrested In Florida For Battery, Resisting Arrest
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:18:46 | Rate news: +0
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) - Country singer Mindy McCready has been charged with battery and resisting arrest in Florida, authorities said. McCready, 31, was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with the two misdemeanors, according to booking information. On Sunday, the Lee County Sheriff's Office declined to provide details of the incident that led to her arrest.


Scarlett Johansson Defends Her Nose Ring
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:18:06 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood beauty Scarlett Johansson has defended her decision to wear a nose-ring - insisting the jewelry highlights her "creative side". The Lost In Translation actress, who is currently the face of cosmetics giant L'Oreal, shocked fans by making the decision to get a facial piercing when she was snapped wearing the ring by scores of photographers.


Fox Announces Celebrity Guest Stars For 'simpsons' 19th Season
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:15:36 | Rate news: +0
Jon Stewart, Jack Black Lionel Richie, Stephen Colbert, Matt Dillon, Kelsey Grammer, David Hyde Pierce and John Mahoney are among the upcoming guest voices on the 19th season of The Simpsons airing Sundays (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX.


The Spice Girls To Extend World Tour?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:14:56 | Rate news: +0
Reformed British pop group the Spice Girls are set to extend their forthcoming world tour to add another 25 dates to their schedule, according to reports. The Nineties pop sensations - who originally split in 2001 - have already announced 11 gigs across the world, starting in Los Angeles on December 7th and ending in Buenos Aires on January 24th.


Kate Moss Sex Video Might Become Leaked On The Internet
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:13:46 | Rate news: +0
Kate Moss is terrified intimate videos she made with ex-boyfriend Pete Doherty will end up on the internet.

The supermodel, who dumped the troubled rocker earlier this month, made eight video diaries with Pete during their turbulent relationship. After their messy split, Kate found six of the tapes but is concerned that Pete, who is a self-confessed drug addict, could sell the missing two.

Naomi Campbell Finally Pokes Fun At Herself
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:13:18 | Rate news: +0
Naomi Campbell has mocked her anger management problems in a new TV commercial.

The supermodel - who carried out five days community service cleaning the streets of New York as punishment for throwing her mobile phone at her maid - is seen gardening in a glamorous red dress and high heels in the advert for Dunkin' Donuts iced tea.

David Beckham Makes His Los Angeles Debut
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:12:49 | Rate news: +0
David Beckham made his hotly-anticipated debut for the Los Angeles Galaxy soccer team in front of a host of Hollywood stars on Saturday.

Katie Holmes, Eva Longoria, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jennifer Love Hewitt were among the sell-out crowd cheering on the sports superstar at the Home Depot Center Stadium.

The Spice Girls Under Pressure To Extend Their Upcoming Tour
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:12:21 | Rate news: +0
The Spice Girls are under pressure to increase their world tour to 50 dates, after an unprecedented demand for tickets from fans.

The band - Victoria Beckham, Mel B, Emma Bunton, Mel C and Geri Halliwell - are to hold talks with manager Simon Fuller to extend the tour after two million fans registered on the group's website.

David Hasselhoff Wants To Bring His Daughters Into Showbiz
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:11:53 | Rate news: +0
David Hasselhoff wants to turn his daughters into pop stars. The 'Baywatch' actor claims daughters Taylor Ann, 17, and Hayley Amber, 14, are great singers with bright futures in the music business.

Hasselhoff said in an interview with Scotland's Daily Record newspaper: "I am working on producing my daughters because both of them can sing."

Gwyneth Paltrow No Longer In Her Prime?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:10:42 | Rate news: +0
Gwyneth Paltrow was deemed too old to star in new movie 'Love and Other Disasters' by director Alek Keshishian.

Keshishian wrote the romantic comedy about a Vogue magazine assistant who helps her co-workers find love with Gwyneth in mind to play the lead character, Emily Jackson.

Kirsten Dunst Moving Across The Pond
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:09:29 | Rate news: +0
Kirsten Dunst is planning to move to London. The 25-year-old star has fallen in love with the UK capital while filming 'How to Lose Friends and Alienate People' and is seriously considering becoming a permanent London resident.

The movie's co-producer Toby Young said: "I think she has really fallen in love with London."

Prince Charles And Camilla Expecting Second Grandchild
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:09:01 | Rate news: +0
Britain's Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, are expecting a second grandchild. Camilla's daughter Laura, 28, and her husband Harry Lopes are having their first child in early January.

Laura - whose father is Camilla's ex-husband Army officer Andrew Parker Bowles - confirmed the happy news, saying: "Yes, I am three and a half months pregnant."

Prince William And Kate Middleton Get Cozy
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:08:18 | Rate news: +0
Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton enjoyed a romantic slow dance at Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall's 60th birthday party on Saturday night.

The smitten couple, who recently rekindled their romance after a three-month break, couldn't keep their eyes off each other at William's stepmother's birthday bash at Highgrove, the Gloucestershire home the duchess shares with husband Prince Charles

Queen Elizabeth Shares Her Family Jewels With Camilla
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:07:34 | Rate news: +0
Britain's Queen Elizabeth lent Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, a precious diamond necklace to wear to her 60th birthday party. The dazzling jewels once belonged to the Queen Mother and experts say the necklace is priceless because of its history.

It was given to the Queen Mother by her mother-in-law, Queen Mary, who had received it from her parents, the Duke and Duchess of Teck, at her wedding to Prince George in July 1893.

Simon Cowell Making The Big Bucks
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:07:05 | Rate news: +0
Simon Cowell is the second highest paid star on TV - earning a massive $45 million a year.

The TV mogul's salary, which he earns from shows such as 'American Idol' and 'America's Got Talent', landed him the runner-up spot on TV Guide magazine's new rich list.

Michael Jackson Taking Tips From Former Rival Prince
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:06:33 | Rate news: +0
Michael Jackson is being advised on how to save his career by former chart rival Prince.

The eccentric star has reportedly turned to Prince, who he battled for pop supremacy in the 80s, for help with his comeback.

Posh Spice: The Brits Don't Like Her Either
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:03:16 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started A poll of more than 10,000 people from Brit newspaper The Mirror shows that most Brits think that Posh Spice's TV special, "Victoria Beckham: Coming to America," was a bad idea. Thirty percent reported that it made her look awful, while an additional...

Gary Dourdan -- Perfect Angel?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:02:35 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Gary Dourdan made it through the weekend without beating the crap out of anyone. TMZ cameras caught the unstable "CSI" schmuck heading into a party for The Geffen Contemporary museum in L.A. last night, boldly showing up on the night scene again --...

Suri Bares Her Fangs
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:01:55 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Paparazzi Photo Suri Cruise is evidently already a ferocious fan of her fave footie team, the L.A. Galaxy. That, or she doesn't like the bald man below. The utterly adorable Tinsel-toddler took in the big debut of her folks' best pal David Beckham on Saturday, with...

Hasselhoff: 'drunken Video Gave Me Closure'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:00:35 | Rate news: +0
David Hasselhoff credits the drunken video of him eating a burger off the floor with bringing "closure" to a troublesome period in his life.The former Baywatch star has battled alcohol problems in the past and during a relapse this year (07) his 17-year-old daughter Taylor Ann filmed him drunk to show him his behaviour.The tape

Life's Magic As Daniel Radcliffe Turns 18 (reuters)
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:20:13 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe gains access to a reported 20 million pounds ($10 million) fortune when he turns 18 on Monday, but he insists the money won't cast a spell on him.

Britney Calls Paparazzi Fat
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:15:53 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears has a love-hate relationship with the press.

One day she is stripping down to her underwear in front of the paparazzi and the next day she is screaming at them.

Itchy Jessica Biel Says She Could Never Be A Model
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:14:45 | Rate news: +0
Jessica Biel could never be a model - because she'd be desperate to scratch herself.

The stunning actress, who is dating pop heartthrob Justin Timberlake, hates posing for photo shoots because the poses she has to pull are so uncomfortable.

Maggie Becomes More Provocative Than Kate
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:14:14 | Rate news: +0
When Agent Provocateur announced that they were ending their partnership with Kate Moss there was speculation over who the younger model replacement would be.

However, the sexy lingerie company has not chosen a fresh-face 20-year-old to take over the campaign. Instead, new mom Maggie Gyllenhaal will be the face - and body - of the brand.

Heather Graham Speaks About Her Family Troubles
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:13:44 | Rate news: +0
Heather Graham strictly religious parents severed contact with her after she played a porn star in 'Boogie Nights'. The Hollywood beauty, who had a strict Catholic upbringing, admits her family are unhappy with her sex symbol status.

Heather, 37, told the Weekend magazine: "'Boogie Nights' was quite explicit and my parents were horrified. They didn't really want to hear my point of view, and thought that, because I took the part, then I was like that in real life."

George Michael And His Strange Artwork
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:13:13 | Rate news: +1
George Michael has bought a dead cow wrapped around a pole for $7 million. The 'Fast Love' singer and boyfriend Kenny Goss are big fans of the controversial artist Damien Hirst and splashed out on his piece of artwork entitled 'Saint Sebastian, Exquisite Pain.'

The installation features the body of a black calf pierced by dozens of arrows and attached with cable to a steel post, set in a tank of formaldehyde.

Lindsay Lohan Dumped By Bad Boy Calum Best?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:12:03 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan has reportedly been dumped by on/off lover Calum Best - because he doesn't like her being sober.

The model, the son of late soccer legend George Best, is not ready to cut down on his partying and thinks he is no longer suited to the 'Mean Girls' actress, who is teetotal after completing a rehab program for alcoholism.

Kylie Gives Her Man An Ultimatum
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:11:33 | Rate news: +0
Kylie Minogue has allegedly issued a marry me or leave me ultimatum to her reunited lover Olivier Martinez. The pair, who split in February amid rumors Olivier had cheated on Kylie, has reportedly rekindled their relationship, with Kylie visiting the French actor several times at his Paris home.

It has now been claimed the pop superstar only agreed to take the 41-year-old heartthrob back on the condition he proposes to her.

Diva Mariah Carey Says She's Sorry
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:11:06 | Rate news: +0
Mariah Carey has apologized for neglecting her fans.

The 'Glitter' star posted a voice message on her website telling fans she has been working for "20 billion hours" to get her new album out by the end of the year.

Marc Anthony Jealous Over J.lo's Love Scenes
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:10:37 | Rate news: +0
Jennifer Lopez's husband Marc Anthony almost quit their new movie because it included scenes where he had to be abusive to her.

The singer-and-actor has revealed they both found the scenes in 'El Cantante' very difficult to shoot, but their "normal" marriage got them through it.

Paris Hilton's Big Paycheck
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:10:08 | Rate news: +0
Paris Hilton has boasted she earns $200 million a year. The hotel heiress claims she rakes in the enormous sum from a variety of business ventures, including her own hotel chain, perfume range and personalized merchandise, and by charging massive fees for personal appearances.

She said: "I've made $200 million in the last year, while Jennifer Lopez made $150 million."

Becks Wants More Girls
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:09:41 | Rate news: +0
Now that David Beckham has moved to sunny L.A. he wants to be surrounded by more girls.

While the father-of-three is happily married to Victoria Beckham, he has admitted that he wants another girl in his life...a daughter.

Kate Moss Going From Waif To "rexy"
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:09:15 | Rate news: +0
Kate Moss is one of the faces - and bodies - of the size zero craze that is currently infecting Hollywood.

The supermodel has been famous for her waif-like physique since she burst on to the modeling circuit as Calvin Klein's muse.

Whibley Defends Anti-bush Track
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:05:46 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: SUM 41 frontman DERYCK WHIBLEY has defended his decision to write a song criticising George W. BUSH, insisting he doesn’t want the U.S. president dead.The Canadian rocker’s controversial track March of the Dogs contains the words: "Ladies and gentlemen of the underclass/ The president of the United States of America is dead… And now

Simmons Fears For The Future Of Rap
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:04:25 | Rate news: +0
Russell Simmons fears for the future of rap after discovering not one of the top selling songs in the US this year was hip hop.The mogul adds that emerging rap talent isn’t helping the cause.Simmons says, "I do wonder if there’s enough diversity, ’cause I’ve pulled the top 10 records for the year and they’re

Bedingfield: 'i Did Wear Knickers At Diana Gig'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:02:58 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: British pop star Natasha Bedingfield has slammed reports she performed at the Concert For Diana earlier this month (Jul07) without wearing any underwear.The Unwritten star was alleged to have told the crowd at the tribute event for late British royal, Diana, Princess of Wales, "I’ve got nothing on underneath this dress!" But Bedingfield insists

Jimmy Page Called As Witness In Bootlegging Case
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:02:09 | Rate news: +0
Former LED ZEPPELIN guitarist Jimmy Page is set to testify in a Glasgow, Scotland court (ends27Jul07) in a bootlegging trial.Page, 63, will give evidence in the case against businessman Robert Langley, who has been accused of attempting to sell thousands of illegally pirated DVDs and CDs at a Glasgow fair in 2005.The rocker was invited

Vin Diesel Movie 'had To Be Bailed Out'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:00:48 | Rate news: +0
Action star VIN DIESEL’s new sci-fi movie BABYLON A.D. had to be rescued by a insurance company after running so far over-budget and behind schedule it faced being axed.Film Finances Inc, a firm which insures movies to ensure they will be completed, handed over $1.5 million (£750,000) to pay for additional filming in Paris and

Winstone Assists In Murder Investigation
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:00:05 | Rate news: +0
SEXY BEAST star Ray Winstone is turning real-life detective in a bid to overturn his nephew’s best friend’s murder conviction.Winstone’s nephew Bobby Hopwood’s pal Sam Hallam was jailed for life in 2005 alongside Bullabeck Ring-Biong for the 2004 murder of Ethiopian refugee Essayas Kassahun, who was killed in Whitecross, East London.A campaign has been started

Gest: ''i Quit Itv'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:59:22 | Rate news: +1
LATEST: David Gest has slammed U.K. television network ITV over allegations he was fired, claiming he quit the channel to concentrate on other projects.Liza Minnelli’s ex-husband signed a one-year contract with ITV after impressing producers with his appearance on British reality show I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here last year (06).Earlier this month

Brooks Turns To Dvd For Young Frankenstein Inspiration
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:58:41 | Rate news: +0
Theatre/film legend Mel Brooks has started watching his 1974 movie YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN in a bid to inspire the forthcoming stage adaptation of the horror musical.Brooks admits he isn’t totally happy with the show’s ending - just a month before it is due to start previewing in Seattle, Washington - ahead of its opening on New

Irwin Set For Reserve Honour
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:57:59 | Rate news: +0
Late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin is set to be posthumously honoured with an Australian wildlife reserve in his name.The Queensland government has devoted a 33,585 acre chunk of land near Weipa to be named Irwin Park.The area will house endangered northern quoll - a carnivorous marsupial - and the speartooth shark.Irwin’s widow Terri enthuses, "Steve

Moran Missed Out On Exorcist
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:57:12 | Rate news: +0
HAPPY DAYS star Erin Moran missed out on a role in The Exorcist because of her strict parents.The actress was up for the role of possessed 12-year-old Regan MacNeil in the seminal horror movie, but was forced to turn down the part because her parents disapproved of the film’s evil subject matter.She tells RetroCrush.com, "My

Carey: 'i Haven't Spoken To Fans Since 1802?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:56:24 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Mariah Carey has trouble keeping in touch with her pals - and insists she hasn’t been in contact with her fans since the 19th century.The Dream Lover star admits she is too busy to spend time calling her friends and admirers, and laments her heavy work schedule, something which infuriates those around her.In

Aguilera Fuels Pregnancy Speculation With Donuts
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:55:45 | Rate news: +0
Pop star Christina Aguilera has fuelled speculation she is pregnant - by filling up with glazed donuts on a recent visit to Australia.The singer, who is rumoured to be carrying husband Jordan Bratman’s baby, arrived at Sydney airport on Sunday night (22Jul07) from Brisbane, before ordering her limousine driver to make a brief stop at

Hollywood Rolls Out The Red Carpet For The Beckhams
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:13:22 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood's now most famous British residents, soccer star David Beckham his wife Victoria, and their three sons, were given a spectacular welcoming party to their new home over the weekend, thrown by Hollywood heavyweights Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes.

Stars such as Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith were also on hand to co-host the party, which was held at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles Sunday evening.

Spice Girls To Extend World Tour?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:09:47 | Rate news: +0
Reformed British pop group the Spice Girls are set to extend their forthcoming world tour to add another 25 dates to their schedule, according to reports.The Nineties pop sensations - who originally split in 2001 - have already announced 11 gigs across the world, starting in Los Angeles on 7 December (07) and ending in

Mccready Arrested For Battery Hours After Release
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:09:04 | Rate news: +0
Country star Mindy McCready has been arrested and charged with battery and resisting arrest - just hours after she was bailed for a driving conviction.The Guys Do It All The Time singer, 31, was taken into police custody early on Saturday morning (21Jul07) in Florida, where she was booked on the two misdemeanour charges.Local authorities

Russell Simmons Is 'too Old' For Dating
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:07:36 | Rate news: +0
Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons is having difficulty finding love again - because he believes he’s ‘too old’ to be dating.The Def Jam founder, 49, has been linked to a number of beauties since his split from wife of 15 years, Kimora Lee, in 2006, but admits his age is a "problem" when it comes to

'boring' Lohan Dumped By Best
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:06:27 | Rate news: +0
Actress Lindsay Lohan has been dumped by her on-off boyfriend CALUM BEST because she’s "too boring" when she’s sober, according to British tabloid reports.The Mean Girls star ended a 45-day stay at Malibu, California’s Promises Clinic on 13 July (07), having checked herself in May after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence,

Laila Ali Weds Retired Footballer Conway
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:05:47 | Rate news: +2
MUHAMMAD ALI’s boxer daughter LAILA has married former American football star CURTIS CONWAY in a private ceremony in Los Angeles this weekend (22Jul07).The Dancing With The Stars finalist wed retired sportsman Conway in a "simple but elegant" ceremony in front of 200 guests on Sunday.Among those in the wedding party were Laila’s parents, Muhammad and

Ruffalo And Pearce Up For Iconic Brando Role
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:04:58 | Rate news: +0
ZODIAC star MARK RUFFALO and Australian actor GUY PEARCE are battling it out for the lead role in a new stage version of ON THE WATERFRONT - in the part made famous by the late Marlon Brando The two actors are said to be director Steven Berkoff’s top choices to play the role of fading boxer

Megan Fox Loves Kissing Labeouf
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:04:13 | Rate news: +2
TRANSFORMERS star Megan Fox enjoyed her on-screen romance with co-star SHIA LaBEOUF so much, she reckons he is the "best kisser" in the world.The 21-year-old beauty is currently dating 32-year-old actor Brian Austin Green, but that didn’t stop her from praising LaBeouf for the great smooch.She exclaims, "Shia is the best kisser ever. Really, it’s

Moss Fears Video Diary Humiliation
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:02:47 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Kate Moss is desperate for ex-boyfriend PETE DOHERTY to return two videotapes documenting the former couple’s unusual daily activities - because she doesn’t want to be humiliated.The British catwalk star reportedly dumped the Babyshambles singer earlier this month (Jul07) and is said to be anxious about the whereabouts of the missing video diaries, fearing

Cruise Attacked By German Church As 'goebbels Of Scientology'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:01:55 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: The German Protestant Church has attacked Tom Cruise over his Scientology beliefs, likening the actor to the Nazi propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels.Cruise is playing World War II hero Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg - who led an unsuccessful plot to assassinate Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler - in new film Rubicon, formerly titled Valkyrie.However, efforts to

Sir Roger Moore: 'i'm Haven't Retired'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:01:06 | Rate news: +0
Former JAMES BOND star SIR Roger Moore has denied reports he is to quit the film industry, insisting he’s not yet ready to retire from Hollywood.The 80-year-old actor has featured in a string of made-for-TV movies in recent years, but has not been seen on the big screen for the last five years, prompting speculation

Rihanna's Umbrella Reigns Over Europe
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:00:22 | Rate news: +0
R&B queen RIHANNA continues to reign over Europe - her Jay-Z collaboration UMBRELLA is enjoying a sixth week at the top of the continent’s singles chart.The American singer’s summer (07) dance anthem is proving unimpeachable as it keeps the competition at bay.Mika’s Relax, Take It Easy sits at number two for a second week, while

Gabby Babble: Paula's Bratz Breakdwon
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:24:39 | Rate news: +0
If you can handle watching another one of Paula Abdul meltdowns, click on the video above where you can see her reaction when she found out that she got fired from the Bratz movie.

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Crabbie's Hollywood: Britney's Cousin
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:24:08 | Rate news: +0
Britney's once-ubiquitous buddy Cousin Alli has been notably absent from Britney's life lately. At first, it was rumored that the two were fighting - then Britney showed up at Alli's birthday party, putting those stories to rest. So why the hell did Alli stop going everywhere with Britney? It appears the mystery has been solved. According to X17, Cousin Alli hasn't had a lot of time to hang out with Britney lately - because she's been busy recording her own album. Cousin Alli, real name Alli Sims, is going to be a pop-star just like Britney. She's even got a website, AlliSims.com (there's nothing on there yet except the above pic and a "check back soon"...

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Hot Spot: Brit To Becks
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:23:40 | Rate news: +0
Britney Spears cousin Alli Sims, who has stood faithfully by the singer's side ever since rehab, has decided to launch her own music career.  Her first song will be called, Oops She Did It Again, And I Had To Explain It To The Cops. Licensed pilot John Travolta is suing an airport near his Florida home because they won't let him land his Boeing 707 there. Most men who feel the need to compensate for their short-comings buy a Porsche, but John bought a jet-liner.  Make of that what you will... Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the las installment in the boy wizard book series, has finally been released.  People all over the world dressed in wizard garb and...

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Makeups, Etc.,
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:23:11 | Rate news: +0
Orlando Bloom has himself a new girlfriend - Pirates of the Caribbean co-star Naomie Harris.  The couple "officially" revealed their relationship by going out to dinner after a performance of Orlando's play in London.  They reportedly became buds when Naomie caught a cold on the Pirates set and gallant Orlando gave her cough syrup.  Sigh... Jennifer Aniston and Paul Sculfor are back on again. The allegedly split-up couple were seen earlier this week shopping for baby products and whispering things to each other.  Baby products? Whispering?  That's the kind of stuff that gets people talking guys. Paris Hilton is cozying up to Australian surfer and...

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Hollywood Luminaries Welcome Beckhams (ap)
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:20:24 | Rate news: +0
AP - David Beckham attracted Hollywood stars Sunday the same way he draws defenders on the soccer field.

Chuck And Larry Ousts Harry
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:17:06 | Rate news: +0
Harry Potter's no more magical than the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Like the crime-fighting reptiles, the young wizard's run atop the weekend box office was brief, ousted after one weekend by Adam Sandler and Kevin James' I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry.

Make no mistake: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix made a lot of money-$32.2 million (second place), per Exhibitor Relations estimates on Sunday. Its overall 12-day take is a very impressive $207.5 million....

Lawsuit: Morales Gave Ex Herpes
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:15:48 | Rate news: +0
Esai Morales has been sued by a former girlfriend who claims the NYPD Blue star assaulted her on numerous occasions and gave her herpes.

In her court documents, filed Thursday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Elizabeth Mazzocchi alleges intentional and negligent transmission of a sexually transmitted disease, assault, battery and breach of oral contract. She is seeking unspecified damages. .....

John Travolta's Airport Lawsuit Takes Off
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:15:21 | Rate news: +0
John Travolta has sued the owners of the Florida airport where he's looking to land his jumbo jet, claiming that they falsified their 2006 records to show that the landing field could not accommodate large planes.

The Pulp Fiction star owns several aircraft, including a Boeing 707, a four-engine Qantas commercial passenger jet that Travolta now uses to act as a goodwill ambassador for the Australian airline wherever he flies......

50 Cent Takes Aim At Shooting Game
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:14:54 | Rate news: +0
50 Cent is apparently no fonder of fake shooting than he is of the real deal.

The Massacre rapper filed a $1 million lawsuit against Internet advertising company Traffix Inc. Friday, claiming that the Pearl River, New York, outfit pilfered his image for a banner ad that invites would-be consumers to "Shoot the Rapper" and "win $5,000 or five free ring tones GUARANTEED"-meaning, "Click here, and end up on one of our client's Websites."

If one's mouse aim is on target, a misty spray of blood appears on the screen before the new.....

Jodie Sweetin A Full Spouse
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:14:24 | Rate news: +0
Jodie Sweetin aka the 1990s' quintessential middle child, tied the knot with boyfriend Cody Herpin last weekend in a quickie Las Vegas ceremony.

According to a marriage certificate filed in Clark County, Nevada, and obtained by CelebTV.com, the 25-year-old erstwhile Full House star and Herpin, 30, swapped vows July 14 at the Little Church of the West wedding chapel on the Vegas Strip.

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Suri Cruise Has Her Collar Popped At The La Galaxy Game
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:13:57 | Rate news: +0
Look out Heathers, there’s a new preppy monster on the scene. Little Suri Cruise took in a Galaxy-Chelsea soccer game with Auntie Victoria Beckham and her kiddies this weekend sporting a Ralph Lauren dress and a Maggie Simpson mask. I like how Posh is drinking a glass of champagne at a freaking sporting event. I

Separated At Birth?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:13:18 | Rate news: +0
Miss Britney Spears sporting some sort of Widow Stripper ensemble filming the video for her single and Chyna aka Joanie Lauer of the Wrestling Circuit....

Slash Hands Back Hard Rock Guitar
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:10:28 | Rate news: +0
VELVET REVOLVER guitarist SLASH showed his gratitude at a recent Hard Rock dedication ceremony honouring his music - by returning a guitar he stole from the organisation.The ex-Guns N’ Roses rocker’s career was celebrated at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on 14 July (07), and Slash surprised officials by handing back

Smith Unlikely To Work With Simpson This Year, If At All
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:09:43 | Rate news: +0
THE CURE frontman ROBERT SMITH has refused to deny reports he plans to work with pop star Ashlee Simpson but admits a collaboration is unlikely to take place this year (07).In April (07), the pair was reported to be working together to create a new sound for the follow-up to Simpson’s debut album I Am

Braeden Honoured On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:05:42 | Rate news: +0
Veteran actor Eric Braeden has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.The 66-year-old is best known for his long-running role as ruthless Victor Newman on popular U.S. TV soap The Young and the Restless, and he was awarded an Emmy for his part in the show in 1998.He was presented with

Gore's Son Charged With Drugs Possession
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:05:03 | Rate news: +0
Former U.S. Vice-President and Live Earth co-organiser AL GORE’s son has been charged with possession of illegal drugs after being arrested for allegedly speeding on Independence Day (04Jul07) Al Gore III was pulled over by police on an Orange County, California freeway. During a search of his hybrid Prius, cops claim they found a stash of

Lilly Pleased Home Was Destroyed In Fire
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:04:25 | Rate news: +0
Actress Evangeline Lilly found the experience of having all her possessions destroyed when a fire swept through her home "really liberating and exciting".The Lost star’s Hawaiian property burned to the ground in December 2006.Despite being homeless, the optimistic 27-year-old decided the blaze, which was caused by an electrical fault, was a good thing.She says, "It

Sandler Comedy Tops U.s. Box-office Chart
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:03:04 | Rate news: +0
Comedian Adam Sandler has ended HARRY POTTER’s spell on the U.S. box-office his new film I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry has debuted at the top of the American movie chart.The comedy, about two heterosexual men who pretend to be a gay couple, made $34.8 million (£17.4 million) over the weekend (20-22Jul07).After jumping straight

Spears To Tell All In Exclusive Ok! Interview?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:02:25 | Rate news: +0
Pop superstar Britney Spears is to set the record straight about her much-publicised personal problems in a revealing interview with OK! magazine, according to reports.The troubled star, 25, is said to have personally called the American magazine’s main switchboard and asked to speak to the publication’s editor-in-chief, Sara Ivens, to negotiate a deal for the

Travolta Sues Hometown Airport
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:01:46 | Rate news: +0
Actor John Travolta has filed a lawsuit against the owners of a Florida airport, claiming they falsified records to prevent him from landing his plane there.The Get Shorty star is suing Greystone Airport owners James and Christine Garemore for allegedly lying to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in a 2006 report by saying their landing

Celebrities Watch Beckham's U.s. Soccer Debut
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:01:07 | Rate news: +0
A galaxy of stars including KATIE HOLMES and EVA LONGORIA gathered to watch David Beckham make his American soccer debut on Saturday (21Jul07).The British superstar is recovering from an ankle injury, so only played for his new team L.A. Galaxy for 13 minutes in the second half of the exhibition match against London side Chelsea.Although

Clarkson: 'i've Only Kissed Five Boys'
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:00:28 | Rate news: +0
Singer Kelly Clarkson has only kissed five boys in her life because she fears contracting mouth herpes.The American Idol winner, 25, credits her low smooch rate to worrying about what she might catch from an unhealthy flame.She tells American magazine Blender, "I have major trust issues. I just don’t make out with people. That’s a

Danny Trejo Is Too Prolific To Remember Many Movies He Has Starred In
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:16:34 | Rate news: +0
Hardman actor Danny Trejo movie career is so prolific, he often forgets the movies he's starred in. The Once Upon a Time in Mexico star, who started acting in the 1980s, often watches a movie and then becomes shocked when he appears on screen because he had no idea he was in it.


'24' Will Get A Female President, But Don't Expect Any Real-life Crossovers, Exec Says
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:16:06 | Rate news: +0
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) - The United States will have a female president next year - on the Fox TV series ''24.''

Tony Award-winning actress Cherry Jones will play President Allison Taylor when the show about the exploits of counterterrorism agent Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) returns in January for its seventh season, the network announced Sunday.


Sales Records Start To Fall For Final Harry Potter Book As Fans Snap Up Millions Of Copies
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:15:25 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - It is the richest going-away party in history.

''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,'' the seventh and final volume of J.K. Rowling all-conquering fantasy series, sold a mountainous 8.3 million copies in its first 24 hours on sale in the United States, according to Scholastic Inc.


'simpsons' Creator Groening Reveals Inspiration For Marge's Hairdo
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:14:45 | Rate news: +0
NEW YORK (AP) - Marge Simpson's gravity-defying blue beehive is a hybrid creation, Matt Groening has revealed.

The ''Simpsons'' matriarch's impressive hair was inspired by ''The Bride of Frankenstein'' and by his own mother's hairdo from the 1960s, the series' creator told The New York Times Magazine in an interview published Sunday.


'chuck & Larry' Has Box-office Edge With $34.8 Million Debut
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:14:18 | Rate news: +0
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Two guys named Chuck and Larry edged out a teenager named Harry at the weekend box office. Adam Sandler and Kevin James' comedy ''I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry'' overcame bad reviews to debut ahead of ''Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,'' according to studio estimates Sunday.


Britney Spears To Reveal All In "ok!" Interview
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:12:55 | Rate news: +0
Fallen pop star Britney Spears is about to give readers, fans, and inquiring minds a little insight to the ups and downs of the singer's life of the past few years in a tell-all interview with celebrity-friendly "OK!" magazine.

Reports indicate that Spears called the magazine herself and asked for Editor-in-Chief Sara Ivens and offered her exclusive interview. The TMZ web site reports that Britney acted as her publicist while negotiating an exclusive tell-all with the magazine, to which Ivens agreed.

Kate Moss Looking For A New Crib
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:12:27 | Rate news: +0
After having nursed her broken heart while in Paris because of ex-beau Pete Doherty's cheating ways, a newly single Kate Moss is back on the market and looking for a new place to call home. The supermodel has reportedly spent the last week house hunting in North London's St. John's Wood area. She already has one luxurious home in the area.

It has also been said that Kate is selling her home in London in order to rid herself of all her memories with her scandalous, drug-addicted ex-boyfriend. Earlier, Kate had kicked Pete out of her home and changed the locks after he cheated on her with a South African model.

Kylie Minogue Making Special Trips To Paris To Visit Ex-lover's Dog
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:11:59 | Rate news: +0
True love, they say, comes in all specials shapes and sizes. While internet blogs and tabloids have speculated that Aussie pop star Kylie Minogue has re-ignited her relationship with her ex-beau, French actor Olivier Martinez, those rumors can be farther from the truth. Instead, the "I Can't Get You Out of My Head" singer is flying to Paris not to be with Olivier, but to spend time with his dog, Sheeba.

According to ITV, the singer often travels to Paris just to see the dog whom she became very attached to during her fight with breast cancer.

Tara Reid Now A Soccer Fan, Thanks To David Beckham
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:11:19 | Rate news: +1
Hollywood party girl and actress Tara Reid admits that she is now becoming a huge soccer fan thanks in part to David Beckham's move to Los Angeles and England's Chelsea soccer team.

The "American Pie" star was on hand during the pre-game party Saturday before Beckham's new team, the Los Angeles Galaxy, took on Chelsea on the soccer field in a friendly match.

Mindy Mccready Does It Again
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:08:49 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Train Wrecks Country singer Mindy McCready (and apparent permanent train wreck) was arrested early Saturday morning in Florida and charged with battery and resisting arrest.McCready, 31, was charged with the two misdemeanors, according to booking information. The...

Collie Arrest For Drink Driving
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:07:04 | Rate news: +0
Country singer/actor Mark Collie has been arrested in Nashville, Tennessee on suspicion of drink driving.The Even The Man In The Moon Is Cryin? hitmaker was found sitting in his car with the engine running on Vanderbilt University Campus on Thursday night (19Jul07).Police claim the singer admitted he had drunk one beer, but failed a field

Rickman & Pullman To Recreate Wine History
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:04:25 | Rate news: +0
HARRY POTTER star Alan Rickman and actor BILL PULLMAN will recreate the wine world’s biggest shocker in a new film about the infamous ‘Judgment of Paris.’ Wine connoisseurs across the globe were stunned when upstart vintners in California beat the French experts in a blind taste test in 1976.The event sparked the Californian wine industry,

Connelly's Dui Date
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:03:46 | Rate news: +0
Actor Kevin Connelly once discovered the first-date blues when "a disastrous date" ended with a drink-driving arrest.The Entourage star couldn’t believe his bad luck when the blind date ended with his dinner partner getting handcuffed and driven away in a police car.The 33-year-old star recalls, "I went on a blind date with a girl and

Hamill Pleads Ignorant Over Star Wars
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:03:08 | Rate news: +0
Actor Mark Hamill believes he is the world’s worst STAR WARS expert - and knows very little about the movies that made him famous.The film star - who played Luke Skywalker in the original science fantasy epics - has only seen each of the movies once, and is baffled by fans’ obsession with the cult

Klum Rules Out More Kids
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:02:29 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Heidi Klum has ruled out having more children with husband SEAL, because they are running out of space in their house.The German model already has a three-year-old daughter Leni, with Italian Formula 1 boss Flavio Briatore, and two sons, Henry, one, and Johan, eight months, with British soul singer Seal.And Klum is not planning

Madonna To Produce Gangster Film?
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:01:46 | Rate news: +0
Pop icon MADONNA is in talks to produce a new film about the life of her former boyfriend - an ex-convict and alleged mafia gangster.The Like A Virgin singer dated thug Chris Paciello in the 1990s and has met up with the convicted criminal three times in recent months, according to British tabloid reports.The singer

Johansson Defends Nose Ring
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:01:07 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood beauty Scarlett Johansson has defended her decision to wear a nose-ring - insisting the jewellery highlights her "creative side".The Lost In Translation actress, who is currently the face of cosmetics giant L’Oreal, shocked fans by making the decision to get a facial piercing when she was snapped wearing the ring by scores of photographers.But

Travolta's Hairspray Reservations
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 04:00:29 | Rate news: +0
Actor John Travolta nearly turned down the role of overweight mother EDNA TURNBLAD in new movie HAIRSPRAY - but director ADAM SHANKMAN’s passion for the film persuaded him to accept.The actor worried the new musical wouldn’t live up to his 1978 hit movie Grease - but Travolta cast his doubts aside after realising the cast’s

Anthony And Lopez Mull Collaborative Tour (reuters)
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:08:49 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - They've acted in films together and collaborated on each other's albums, and now husband-and-wife team Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez are mulling a combined tour.

Robin Williams Recieves Plenty Of Calls For Robbie Williams
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:06:38 | Rate news: +0
American comedian Robin Williams regularly receives phone calls from woman mistaking him for British pop singer Robbie Williams. The Mrs Doubtfire star admits the similar spelling of their names has led to some puzzled, and disappointed, young ladies.


Danny Trejo Hates Method Actors
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:06:08 | Rate news: +0
Tough-guy Danny Trejo finds working with method actors unbearable, threatening to "beat them to death". The From Dusk To Dawn star find actors who practice the intense acting style take themselves too seriously - and makes sure they know of his displeasure.


Sienna Miller Glad She Begged Her Parents To Put Her In A Boarding School
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:05:35 | Rate news: +0
Actress Sienna Miller begged her parents to send her to boarding school when she was only eight years old. The Factory Girl star attended a private school in Berkshire, England at the tender age of eight - but insists it was on of the best decisions she has ever made.


50 Cent Sues Over 'shoot The Rapper' Game
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:04:44 | Rate news: +0
50 Cent is suing an advertising company for $1 million, claiming it illegally used his image in a game inviting the player to shoot him.

The 'Shoot the Rapper' game, which features in advertising banners for Traffix Inc., urges the viewer to shoot at him by clicking their mouse.

Although the game doesn't mention 50 Cent by name, the rapper's lawyer says "it looks like him, and there's no doubt the character is intended to be him".

Adding 50 Cent is "personally offended" by the company using his likeness without his permission and suggesting he endorses the game.

Nude Lindsay Lohan Shocks Patients & Staff
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:03:33 | Rate news: +0
Lindsay Lohan allegedly amused herself in rehab by wandering around naked to shock male patients and staff.

 

The 'Mean Girls' star - who recently spent 45 days in Malibu's Promises Centre to be treated for alcoholism - was reportedly overheard bragging about her nude exploits at Allegra Versace's birthday party.

 

A source told National Enquirer magazine: "Lindsay was howling with laughter as she told all her friends, including Bruce Willis' daughter Rumer. They were all giggling too and their eyes were popping out.

 

"Lindsay said, 'I drove them all mad wandering around completely naked. They kept telling me to quit, but it was so much fun to tease all those boys. I just couldn't stop it!' "

Lindsay, 21, is currently trying to trace a hacker who stole naked pictures of her, taken by on/off lover Calum Best, from her computer.

The furious actress wrote on her internet message board: "All I know is that someone broke into my computer and left a file on my desktop saying they had the pictures Calum took of me naked. My lawyer knows about it.

"If I ever find out who broke into my computer, he is in big s**t."

Lindsay has instructed her legal team to ensure the intimate images are never released on the internet as she fears they could ruin her career.

Al Gore's Inconvenient Truth
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:01:24 | Rate news: +0
Green giant Al Gore makes a pretty penny off of his environmental speaking engagements. The former veep raked in around $100,000 for a recent 75-minute speaking engagement at the University of California, San Diego, reports thesmokinggun.com by way...

Katharine Mcphee Gambles On Vegas
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 00:00:42 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: American Idol American Idol hottie Katharine McPhee glammed it up for a recent shoot with "Vegas" magazine and followed up her cover girl moment with a video interview with RawVegas.com. The season 5 "Idol" runner-up dishes on how she fell in love with her "Vegas"...

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