AFP - Patty Schnyder said on Friday her forthcoming book would include a big secret that tops the tales of her bizarre relationship with her ex-coach which included allegations of brainwashing.
Socialite Paris Hilton has found an unlikely day job - mentoring British glamour model Danielle Lloyd. The star, who was released from prison on Tuesday, has provided an unlikely inspiration for Lloyd, who has branded Hilton "a true star".


Actress Liv Tyler combined method acting with dieting on the set of new horror movie The Strangers - by running around before shooting intense sequences. The 29-year-old mother of one was pleased to notice the weight drop off quickly.


Actor Daniel Radcliffe is desperate to shake off his Harry Potter tag - and wants the public to see him as "an actor in his own right". The 17-year-old star has played the boy wizard since 2000, but appeared onstage in Equus on London's West End earlier this year. Radcliffe admits it will take more than playing one different role to change the public's perception of him as solely Harry Potter.


Paris Hilton has been accused of lying to talk show host Larry King during her post-prison interview, by saying she has never taken drugs.


Isaiah Washington has dismissed reports he was ordered to seek rehab following his homophobic slur. The Grey's Anatomy star infamously made an offensive about castmate T.R. Knight last October and repeated it at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this year.


NEW YORK (AP) - A woman charged with assaulting and robbing Foxy Brown was released from jail after the rapper failed to appear before a grand jury to testify against her.


Superstar Michael Jackson has dismissed reports he is to embark on a tour of Europe, insisting he has no plans to hit the road anytime soon. The singer was alleged to have given up on plans to relaunch his career in Las Vegas, opting to perform a series of live dates in Europe and the Far East instead.


Singer Natasha Bedingfield has fulfilled a pop ambition by trashing a hotel room in America. Instead of tossing the TV out of the window and destroying furniture and fittings, the Unwritten hit maker decorated the suite with tacky accessories.


Michael Jackson has blasted reports he is suffering from a mystery illness, branding the rumors "defamatory" and "malicious". News emerged earlier this month alleging the Thriller hitmaker was unwell and had been prescribed medication for his illness - reports Jackson denies.


50 Cent has responded to criticism of his performance at the recent B.E.T. Awards, claiming he "lost focus" when he bumped into a dancer on his way to center stage. The rapper's set at Tuesday's awards ceremony was slated by critics and fans alike, with 50 Cent also reported to have lip-synced his way through the brief performance of his single Amusement Park.


PARIS (AP) - Stella McCartney will co-host a virtual anti-fur protest next month in the online fantasy world known as Second Life. The weeklong protest will begin July 12 on a dedicated island in the computer-generated alternative universe, it was announced this week by animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.


Newcomer Kate Nash credits Lily Allen with helping her crack the charts, because the Smile hitmaker was championing her music from the beginning. Before finding fame, Nash befriended Allen on networking site MySpace.com - where Allen launched her own career - and the two singers became friends.


Actor Antonio Banderas will never star alongside his wife Melanie Griffith, because he hates "husband and wife" movies. The Shrek star refuses to watch films which feature real-life married couples and claims he will never share the big screen with his wife of 11 years.


Actress Kristy Swanson has hit back at claims she is a "homewrecker", insisting she did not break up her partner Lloyd Eisler's marriage to ex-wife Marcia O'Brien. The Buffy The Vampire Slayer star and her love rival O'Brien were both arrested and questioned by police following a fracas in Ontario, Canada earlier this month.


PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) - Danny DeVito will receive a special award for his outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema at the 42nd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.


Danny Bonaduce admits he is no role model for young stars who seem out of control like socialites Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie, even though he is a recovering alcoholic.


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Newlywed crooner Tony Bennett cut short his honeymoon to present Clint Eastwood with the Spirit of Independence Award at the Los Angeles Film Festival on Thursday night. The 80-year-old singer arrived at the ceremony with his bride, Susan Crow, and cooed about his June 21st wedding.


Dustin Hoffman has revealed he fought Johnny Depp for the role of Willy Wonka in director Tim Burton's movie adaptation of Roald Dahl's Charlie & The Chocolate Factory.


Calista Flockhart is desperate to return to her theatre acting roots because she misses the thrill of performing in front of a live audience. The star has always preferred stage work because it challenges her as an actor more than TV.


Nicole Richie is asking the same question that many others ask about her: Why is she famous?

Other than a few seasons on "The Simple Life" and being the priviledged daughter of singer Lionel Richie, her main connection to fame is her friend Paris Hilton, another socialite who is simply amous for being famous.
British teen actor Daniel Radcliffe has joined the lofty ranks of the highest paid film stars of all time. Joining the likes of Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp, Dan just penned a deal that will pay him $50 million to star in the final two wizard films, "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" and "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows."
Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, took eldest daughter Princess Beatrice to Sir Elton John White Tie and Tiara ball Thursday night. The 'Candle in the Wind' singer gave his annual charity ball a Las Vegas theme this year with dozen's of Elvis look-alikes entertaining the celebrity guests at his Windsor mansion.

Sarah Ferguson wore a lavish Chopard choker to match her sparkling white evening gown, while the 18-year-old princess wore a black boho-style evening dress.
Tom Cruise has spoken out about his thoughts on the Beckhams moving to the good U.S. of A. The actor says he's very "happy" that the English couple will now be closer to the Cruises, which also includes adorable little Suri and mommy Katie, who has a newly revamped, short hairdo.

Tom was in Amsterdam on Thursday to promote his new drama "Lions For Lambs" on the last day of Europe's Cinema Expo-movie distributors' convention, reports PEOPLE. Looking sleek and sharp with a black suit and sunglasses, he told the publication that he's excited about the Beckhams' move and thinks the couple are already big stars on U.S. soil.
A woman charged with assaulting and robbing Foxy Brown was released from jail after the rapper failed to appear before a grand jury to testify against her.
Daniel Radcliffe star of the Harry Potter series, said that it took a few takes to get over his nerves during his first on-screen kiss with Cho Chang, played by Katie Leung.
Danny DeVito will receive a special award for his outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema at the 42nd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Filed under: Train Wrecks, Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton What's better than a wacko Natalie Reid? A wet, wacko Natalie Reid!TMZ spotted the soaking wet Hilton wannabe outside Teddy's nightclub in Hollywood last night, where the ringer told cameras she was pushed into the Roosevelt pool four times --...
Filed under: Paris Hilton It's official: Paris Hilton is everywhere.Somehow the recently freed heiress became a punchline during last night's Democratic presidential debate at Howard University. When Sen. Chris Dodd went a little too long with one of his answers, debate...
Filed under: Wacky and Weird In the latest Will Ferrell video on FunnyOrDie.com, his 2-year-old co-star, Pearl, announced her retirement. But now, in an exclusive interview, the precocious toddler/landlord/cop reveals to TMZ how she fills her days -- at least until pre-school...
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Wacky and Weird No, that's not a sleepy zookeeper with a flair for loud neckwear, that's a fire-haired, emaciated Sharon Stone. The Golden Glober was spotted outside her trailer with her hair dyed menopause red for her role as Jimmy Fallon mom in the upcoming...
Filed under: Baby Watch Sorry Emma Bunton, there's a new Baby Spice in town. Holler!Cameras caught Mel B with daughters Angel Iris Murphy Brown and Phoenix Chi, along with producer boyfriend Stephen Belafonte (yup, son of Harry) at Heathrow Airport. Mel arrived in London to...
Filed under: Paparazzi Video Luckily for Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, they have another career to fall back on, because the surfing thing ain't gonna happen. Lame!The vacationing buds spent time in Hawaii this week, trying to learn how ride the waves, but seemed to fail ......
Filed under: Celebrity Justice It just keeps getting worse for The Hoff's ex.Moments ago, a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge ordered the former Mrs. David Hasselhoff to turn herself in to authorities in relation to a misdemeanor hit and run charge.According to the judge,...
Filed under: Beauty, Hot Bodies Former "Full House" child star Jodie Sweetin is all growed up -- and out! The host of the critically acclaimed strip show "Pants-Off Dance-Off" arrived to the opening of the Pink Taco restaurant in Los Angeles on Thursday and showed off her biggest...
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo Michelle Williams stepped into the sunshine yesterday ... for the very first time! The pasty Oscar mominee wore this patriotic, ill-fitting 4th of July jumper in Brooklyn, looking distinctly unpleased about being photographed. Clearly, she hasn't...
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies "The body is meant to be seen, not all covered up." -- Marilyn MonroeAmen.RelatedArticles The End of Kim Kardashian The Tush Is a Pussycat!...
LATEST: 50 Cent has responded to criticism of his performance at the recent B.E.T. Awards, claiming he "lost focus" when he bumped into a dancer on his way to centre stage.The rapper’s set at Tuesday’s (27Jun07) awards ceremony was slated by critics and fans alike, with 50 Cent also reported to have lip-synced his way
Singer Natasha Bedingfield has fulfilled a pop ambition by trashing a hotel room in America.Instead of tossing the TV out of the window and destroying furniture and fittings, the Unwritten hitmaker decorated the suite with tacky accessories.She explains, "Oh sure, I’ve trashed a hotel room. In the States we went to those stores where everything
Actress Kristy Swanson has hit back at claims she is a "homewrecker", insisting she did not break up her partner LLOYD EISLER’s marriage to ex-wife MARCIA O’BRIEN.The Buffy The Vampire Slayer star and her love rival O’Brien were both arrested and questioned by police following a fracas in Ontario, Canada earlier this month (16Jun07).Swanson has
Actor Isaiah Washington has dismissed reports he was ordered to seek rehab following his homophobic slur.The Grey’s Anatomy star infamously made an offensive about castmate T.R. Knight last October (06) and repeated it at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this year (07).But Washington has denied he was forced to seek counselling for homophobia, but
Director WES ANDERSON will launch the 45th annual New York Film Festival with his new comedy The Darjeeling Limited later this year (07).Anderson will attend the festival on 28 September to showcase his film which stars Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman.New York Film Festival director Richard Pena says, "It represents a big step
Actor Antonio Banderas will never star alongside his wife MELANIE GRIFFITH, because he hates "husband and wife" movies.The Shrek star refuses to watch films which feature real-life married couples and claims he will never share the big screen with his wife of 11 years.He says, "I have never liked movies where a husband and wife
HARRY POTTER actor Daniel Radcliffe has been overwhelmed by the support of his Japanese fans as the film premieres in the country. The 17-year-old star told fans Harry Potter was "an honour" to play as he attended the premiere for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Japan on Thursday (28Jun07).He says, "It’s
PARIS HILTON has been accused of lying to talk show host Larry King during her post-prison interview, by saying she has never taken drugs.Speaking just a day after she was released from jail in California after serving a 23-day sentence for violating her probation, the heiress told King on Wednesday (27Jun07) she had never been
Actor Bruce Willis has donated the iconic white vest he wore in the latest DIE HARD movie to a museum. The star has also given a promotional poster for Live Free or Die Hard, an ID badge from the set and the movie’s original script to the Smithsonian Institution’s Treasures of American History collection in
Singer George Michael will reportedly reveal the secrets behind his drug abuse and recent arrests in an upcoming autobiography.The former Wham! frontman has hired music journalist Rob Jovanovich to ghost write the tell-all book which is due to be released in October (07).The Careless Whisper hitmaker is planning to tell-all about both his U.K. and
Michael Jackson has blasted U.S. reports he is suffering from a mystery illness, branding the rumours "defamatory" and "malicious".News emerged earlier this month (Jun07) alleging the Thriller hitmaker was unwell and had been prescribed medication for his illness - reports Jackson denies.The star has also spoken out to dismiss recent (Jun07) reports which claim the
Singer Michael Jackson has dismissed reports he accused his brother RANDY and advisors of attempting to steal money from him during his child molestation trial.It was reported the Thriller hitmaker branded his older brother and friends "sharks, charlatans and imposters" after approving a multi-million dollar financing deal by an associate close to Randy during the
LATEST: Superstar Michael Jackson has dismissed reports he is to embark on a tour of Europe, insisting he has no plans to hit the road anytime soon.The singer was alleged to have given up on plans to relaunch his career in Las Vegas, opting to perform a series of live dates in Europe and the
Newcomer KATE NASH credits Lily Allen with helping her crack the charts, because the Smile hitmaker was championing her music from the beginning.Before finding fame, Nash befriended Allen on networking site MySpace.com where Allen launched her own career - and the two singers became friends.She says, "I’ve met her at music festivals and we’ve spoken
Reuters - The German Defense Ministry is scrambling to qualify its stance on the Tom Cruise World War Two thriller "Valkyrie," saying Thursday that, despite reports to the contrary, it has no opposition to the film shooting in Germany.
Former Mamas & The Papas star Michelle Phillips fought back tears in a new TV interview as she recalled the dark days following the "Summer Of Love" 40 years ago.


Troubled singer Britney Spears has reportedly pulled out of a concert with Cyndi Lauper - because she refuses to sing live. The Toxic hitmaker was expected to perform at the True Colors tour in Los Angeles on Saturday with Erasure, Deborah Harry, The Dresden Dolls and The MisShapes with Jeffree Star - but allegedly canceled the appearance because she wasn't allowed to mime.


British actress Sophia Myles has no qualms about filming sex scenes - but insists on-screen dancing is her biggest fear. The Tristan and Isolde star admits having to display her footwork in front of co-star Jamie Bell in new movie Hallem Foe was a daunting task - seeing as Bell made his name in song and dance musical Billy Elliott.


Josh Duhamel has hit out at the stigma attached to soap actors who make it big in Hollywood, admitting such snobby discrimination irritates him. Duhamel, who found fame in the TV show All My Children, is proud of his soap opera heritage and likes to remind people that revered actors like Oscar winner Alec Baldwin started their careers in American soaps.


Antonio Banderas insists he will never leave his wife Melanie Griffith. The "Shrek The Third" star, who exchanged vows with Melanie in 1996, has laughed off rumors his marriage is in trouble.

Antonio told Closer magazine: "When we met each other we just fell in love and went for it. We both came from failing relationships and I think we both learned from that.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have let something come between them - a boy.

According to reports, Ashley is not a fan of MK's boyfriend, Max Snow. The wilder twin, famed for dressing like a bag lady, has been dating Max since she was dumped by Stavros Niachros for Paris Hilton.
Isaiah Washington may be digging his own grave.

While the homophobic incident towards T.R. Knight has blown over, the actor is now pulling out the race card in relation to his departure from "Grey's Anatomy."
Amy Winehouse has created controversy and now she is creating confusion.

It is a bizarre question, but did Amy cut herself during an interview or is it a scratch left from a chicken?
Lily Allen has been arrested for allegedly trying to karate kick a photographer. The "Smile" singer was formally arrested and questioned by police on Thursday over allegations she launched a Kung Fu attack outside a London nightclub in March.

Lily arrived at London's West End Central police station with her solicitor. She had her photograph taken and gave a DNA sample before being bailed.
Another week, another celebrity who breaks the law and gets behind the wheel of a car drunk.

Eve is the latest star to plead guilty to a DUI charge, following in the footsteps of Paris Hilton Nicole Richie and Lindsay Lohan.
Pamela Anderson dresses up in her famous "Baywatch" swimsuit for sex. The blonde actress, who shot to fame playing C.J. Parker in the hit lifeguard TV drama, keeps a skin-tight red suit at home and wears it on special occasions for her boyfriends.

Pammie - who has been married to rockers Tommy Lee and Kid Rock - said: "I have one 'Baywatch' swimsuit left which I put on every once in a while for my boyfriends, just for fun."
Jordan has given birth to a baby girl. The British glamour model - real name Katie Price - delivered the tot at 8:49 a.m. on Friday morning via Caesarean section at London's Portland Hospital. The baby weighed in at a healthy 6lb 13ozs, and both mother and daughter are said to be doing well.

A spokesperson for Jordan and proud dad Peter Andre said: "Peter and Katie are happy to announce the birth of their first daughter.
Jessica Simpson was allowed to keep the personal trainer she shared with on/off boyfriend John Mayer after they split. The 'Dukes of Hazzard' star was introduced to trainer Harley Pasternak by the country singer just over two months ago, and while she is no longer seeing Mayer, Jessica is still working out with Pasternak.

The singer-and-actress is said to have dropped at least two dress sizes and lost almost 20lbs in eight weeks.
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Someone knew that Chris Benoit wife had been killed before her body was found -- and wrote about it in a chilling message on the wrestler's Wikipedia page.Just after midnight on Monday morning, reports FOX News, Benoit's Wiki entry read, "Chris...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Sweet-faced Brit songstress Lily Allen was arrested yesterday morning for a not-so-sweet alleged attack on a photographer back in March.The singer turned herself in to cops yesterday in London, reports the Press Association, under the "allegation of...
Filed under: Wacky and Weird, Paris Hilton Danny Bonaduce has some advice for Paris Hilton -- Don't listen to me!TMZ caught the former "Partridge" out at One Sunset last night in West Hollywood, where he had four ladies hangin' from his arms before he headed in for dinner. It's good to be...
LATEST: Rapper FOXY BROWN’s refusal to testify to a recent New York mugging has forced police to release their key suspect in the case without charge.Police claim Brown - real name Inga Marchand - was mugged by four thieves last Saturday (23Jun07) morning, losing $500 (£250), credit cards and a Louis Vuitton bag.Brown denied the
Actor Brad Renfro has been found in violation of probation after failing to enrol in a drug treatment program - following his conviction for attempted possession of heroin.A Los Angeles Superior Court Judge and LA Deputy District Attorney warned Renfro in court on Thursday (28Jun07) that if he fails to enrol in a 18-month to
Model Caprice Bourret will release her own brand of perfume early next year.Hot on the trail of Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears and Paris Hilton - who have all released their own fragrances - the star is hoping to cash in on the celebrity scent trend.The model already boasts her own thriving lingerie range, and recently
VICTORIA BECKHAM agreed to join the Spice Girls for a reunion tour because she wanted to show her three children the true meaning of girl power - in motherhood.The singer, dubbed Posh Spice, joined former bandmates Melanie ‘Scary Spice’ Brown; Geri ‘Ginger Spice’ Halliwell; Emma ‘Baby Spice’ Bunton and Melanie ‘Sporty Spice’ Chisholm to announce
Actor ANTONIO BANDERAS is determined to stop his children with MELANIE GRIFFITH from following in the footsteps of Hollywood party girls like Paris Hilton In a bid to make them appreciate everything they have, the Shrek star makes his three children, Stella, 10, Dakota, 17, and Alexander, 21, earn privileges.He tells Closer magazine, "I don’t give
Socialite Paris Hilton is pampering herself after serving a 23 day prison sentence, by vacationing in Hawaii.The recently-freed star was spotted arriving on the islands on Thursday (28Jun07).But her attempts to avoid the prying eyes of the press aren’t fooling anyone - paparazzi photographers quickly unravelled her unsophisticated disguise of a black wig and straw
SIR Paul McCartney said an emotional final goodbye to his former BEATLES bandmate GEORGE HARRISON as he lay on his death bed.McCartney held hands with Harrison before he lost his battle with cancer in 2001.The rocker reveals, "With George, I got to see him a short time before he died. And it was just the
LATEST: Troubled singer BRITNEY SPEARS has reportedly pulled out of a concert with Cyndi Lauper - because she refuses to sing live.The Toxic hitmaker was expected to perform at the True Colors tour in Los Angeles on Saturday (30Jun07) with Erasure, Deborah Harry, The Dresden Dolls and The MisShapes with Jeffree Star - but allegedly
Pop star Britney Spears has hand delivered a lawyer’s letter to her estranged mother - but it’s not a restraining order, according to U.S. reports.The troubled singer reportedly fell out with her mum Lynne earlier this year (07) for being ‘pushed’ into rehab after months of hard partying following her split from husband Kevin Federline.Spears
Lily Allen is considering becoming a lesbian, confessing she has been having saucy same sex dreams.The pop star is happily dating music mogul boyfriend of three years Seb Chew - but has hinted the dreams have tempted her to experiment.Allen says, "I have been having a lot of lesbian dreams lately. I think I might
While the rest of the world is all, "Marsha, Marsha, Marsha" about Paris Hilton these days, we thought we'd send a little love Nicky way. You may know Nicky as Paris' demure little sister, but we're betting there's more to the brunette beauty than meets the eye. First of all, Nicky has all the same hyphenate careers as older sister Paris, minus the criminal record. She's an heiress-model-fashion designer. She's designed a successful line of handbags and...  [Read full story on Dotspotter]
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Paris Hilton is insisting that she has changed, but so far all that is different is her address.

The socialite has reportedly rented a $2.9 million Malibu beach house to relax in over summer. According the "Entertainment Tonight's" online news, Paris will be living in the two-bedroom property and her parents, Rick and Kathy, may rent a residence nearby.
The divorce between Kevin Federline and Britney Spears is not yet final and if the pop star continues to party it won't be for a while.

K-Fed is reportedly stalling on the proceedings because he is waiting to see if his estranged wife slips up again - if she relapses and goes on another partying rampage like she did wheny the first split, then Kevin may have more leverage when seeking custody of the children.
In Britney Spears mind, there are other family members more deranged than she can be.

TMZ has released video footage showing erratic pop star Britney serving her mother with a letter, allegedly legal papers informing Lynn Spears that she cannot spend time with her grandchildren.
Jesse Metcalfe once dated a Girls Aloud singer and now he is going to give a musical career a try for himself.

With no career to currently sing about - unless he counts rehab, club appearances and a long-gone stint on "Desperate Housewives" - Jesse has revealed that singing is his new dream.
Brittany Murphy has a reputation for being a little bit kooky. But the latest rumor surrounding the star is the strangest yet.

While many of her fans have just recovered from the news that she married Simon Monjack in a secret ceremony, now news has emerged that Brittany has a stalker - and her husband was kidnapped.
While Brad Pitt has a perfectly good shoulder to cry on, Angelina Jolie turned to her ex-husband when grieving over her mother's death.

The mother-of-four, who recently revealed that she doesn't tell Brad that she loves him, admitted to Marie Claire magazine that she sought advice from husband number two, Billy Bob Thornton, when her beloved mother passed away.
Paris Hilton isn't ready to put her jail sentence behind her.

According to reports, the starlet is still bitter about serving time and is pointing the finger at her lawyer, Richard Hutton. While Paris violated her probation on multiple occasions, she believes her lawyer should have kept her out of jail and is seeking legal action against him.
Kellie Pickler has joined forces with another blonde singer in Los Angeles.

The country singer has been befriended by fellow southern gal, Jessica Simpson. Since the "Without You" singer broke up with John Mayer, she has been crying on Kellie's shoulder.
MELANIE CHISHOLM is confident the SPICE GIRLS’ return to the charts will be more successful than their recently reformed counterparts,TAKE THAT.The singer - dubbed Sporty Spice - insists the girl group’s comeback will be more successful than that of their male pop rivals, thanks to their past success around the world.She says, "One thing that’s
Pop mogul LOUIS WALSH has blamed the Spice Girls for delaying a reunion of 1990s pop act BOYZONE.The music impresario - who was formerly manager of the Irish boy band insists the Spice Girls’ announcement on Thursday (28Jun07) of their plans to reform has jeopardised a reunion between bandmates Ronan Keating, Stephen Gately, Mikey Green,
Joss Stone has reportedly been snubbed by former QUEEN guitarist BRIAN MAY after the musician pulled out of a duet with the young star to concentrate on his studies.The pair were due to perform together at the Concert For Diana on Sunday (01Jul07), as a tribute to the late British royal Diana, Princess of Wales.But
LATEST: Irish music impresario LOUIS WALSH has thanked THE X FACTOR bosses for sacking him from the show because the experience taught him a "valuable lesson".The pop mogul was fired from the British TV talent series in March (07), but was reinstated to the judging panel with Simon Cowell and Sharon Osbourne earlier this week
British pop star MIKA has slammed performers who make "unrealistic" music videos.The flamboyant Grace Kelly singer admits he hates indulgent visual accompaniments to tracks, and believes the use of lavish sports cars and expensive jewellery is escapism at its worst.He says, "I don’t like the idea of escapism."Escapism is all those materialistic hip-hop videos, where
AEROSMITH frontman Steven Tyler follows a strict health and beauty regime insisting even ageing rockers "have to look after themselves".The 59-year-old singer religiously applies moisturising treatments to his face, and admits he relies on sexual activity to keep his slender frame in shape.He says, "I have a beauty regime. I have special cream I put
British actress Sophia Myles has no qualms about filming sex scenes - but insists on-screen dancing is her biggest fear.The Tristan and Isolde star admits having to display her footwork in front of co-star Jamie Bell in new movie Hallem Foe was a daunting task - seeing as Bell made his name in song and
J.K. Rowling fought to save an elf from being axed from HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX - after movie bosses failed to realise he was such an important character.Scenes featuring Kreacher, a house elf belonging to the boy wizard’s godfather Sirius Black, were due to be axed by director David Yates in
Josh Duhamel has hit out at the stigma attached to soap actors who make it big in Hollywood, admitting such snobby discrimination irritates him.Duhamel, who found fame in U.S. TV show All My Children, is proud of his soap opera heritage and likes to remind people that revered actors like Oscar winner Alec Baldwin started
Actor Daniel Radcliffe is desperate to shake off his HARRY POTTER tag - and wants the public to see him as "an actor in his own right".The 17-year-old star has played the boy wizard since 2000, but appeared onstage in Equus on London’s West End earlier this year (07).And Radcliffe admits it will take more
Socialite Paris Hilton has found an unlikely day job - mentoring British glamour model DANIELLE LLOYD.The star, who was released from prison on Tuesday (26Jun07), has provided an unlikely inspiration for Lloyd, who has branded Hilton "a true star".She says, "Paris Hilton has been really good to me. She’s given me loads of advice about
LATEST: MICHAEL JACKSON was all set to relaunch his career in Las Vegas but the deal "went nowhere" after the singer failed to communicate, according to the entrepreneur behind the venture Las Vegas dealmaker Jack Wishna has spoken out for the first time regarding the project, and insists Jackson was desperate to wow the Sin City
Natasha Bedingfield is desperate to date British royal Prince William - and is tempted to dump her boyfriend to be with him.The Unwritten star admits she’s smitten with the Prince, who she will meet for the first time at the Concert for Diana in London on Sunday (01Jul07), a tribute to his late mother, Diana,
John Travolta was delighted to land the role of a woman in movie HAIRSPRAY because the costume gave him a unique way to lose weight.The star plays female character Edna Turnblad in the 2007 remake of the iconic musical-turned-movie, and admits having to wear a fat suit, dress and high heels was the perfect combination
Actress Liv Tyler combined method acting with dieting on the set of new horror movie The Strangers - by running around before shooting intense sequences.The 29-year-old mother of one was pleased to notice the weight drop off quickly.She says, "Whenever I had to film an intense scene, I’d run around the lot to get out
According to Popoholic:   The Spice Girls are back, if anyone cares. They’re getting together for an 11 date one time only tour. All the original members are back, including Geri Halliwell. You know what though? I actually want them to do well. I thought I hated them back in the day, but with the crap that’s considered music these days, I’ll gladly welcome the Spice Girls back. Plus, Victoria Beckham is really fun to look at. Related Posts: Hilary Duff Does...  [Read full story on Dotspotter]
AP - "Grey's Anatomy" star Isaiah Washington said racism was a factor in his firing from the hit ABC series after he twice used an anti-gay slur.
Sexy actress Megan Fox has had fiancé Brian Austin Green's first name tattooed on her stomach.

"I've had a few encounters with fans who start crying, and that freaks me out because I don't know what to do." Rihanna finds meeting some fans uncomfortable.


Former Happy Days star Scott Baio has presented the producers of his upcoming reality show, Scott Baio Is 45... And Single with bad news - he's been in a committed relationship with a former Playboy Playmate for two years. The actor's new VH1 series, which debuts in America next month, follows Baio as he searches for romance as a fortysomething.


Michael Moore believes his movies appeal to teenagers because of his anti-establishment credentials. Moore, whose 2004 documentary Fahrenheit 9/11 slammed President George W. Bush's response to the September 11th terrorist attacks, is proud his films are teaching a new generation to question their surroundings.


Alfred Hitchcock legendary 1960 shocker Psycho has inspired an upcoming spin-off TV series, The Bates Motel.

Amy Winehouse's new Tears Dry On Their Own video, which features the British singer strolling down Hollywood Boulevard, was directed by photographer/filmmaker David LaChapelle.


For Tony Parker, only French-made wedding cakes will do. The NBA champion, set to marry Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria next week, is staying coy about plans for the event.
Former Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington said racism was a factor in his firing from the hit ABC series after he twice used an anti-gay slur.
Britney Spears bitch slapped her mother with a nasty letter earlier today, it’s not a restraining order against Lynne, it’s more like a fart of you aren’t welcome:

Sources say Britney feels that her mom turned on her in the days before she entered Promises rehab. She also feels Lynne Spears is not stable enough to
In an interview with Nylon Magazine, Nicole Richie states the obvious, and then the baffling:

"I don’t have a clue why I’m famous. I didn’t make myself famous…you’re doing it. I think people just want to say, `Oh, she doesn’t have a job, she doesn’t do anything.’ They get off on that. But I do have
A police report obtained by TMZ.com reveals that stripper-turned-actress Vivica Fox’s DUI arrest this week was an uphill battle for the poor police.

Officer Daniel Laubscher recounts, "Fox began to walk away, yelling at my partner (who is Hispanic), ‘Brother help a sister - are you going to let this racist white cop do this …
After admitting a reunion was in the works, Victoria Beckham has done the improbably and banded together the Spice Girls - if only for a ‘back to the UK’ photoshoot.

Possibly more worrying than the Sgirls trying to compete with the Duffs and Lohans of the pop world, and a much older fanbase - is that
Former 80’s heartthrob John Stamos was given the boot from Australia because he got all crunk with the media:

Channel 9 was forced to cut short Stamos’s media schedule … after he went on a second tirade in two days, during an appearance on Kerri-Ann Kennerley’s morning show yesterday. The former Full House heart-throb was obviously
Friday's finally arrived here at Hollywood Tuna, and I thought I'd leave you guys with these pictures of Keeley Hazell doing her best Audrey Hepburn impression. She looks a little younger here, which leads me to think they're from earlier in her career, but Keeley always has been a classy gal. I wish the pics were a tad hotter but hey, it's still Keeley Hazell right? And I don't think anybody can really complain about....
Paris Hilton has gone from Club Fed to Club Med. Well not exactly, but she did decide to take a trip to Maui to get away from it all. I guess she thought that dying her hair jet black, and trading in her slut attire for an outfit that makes her look like someone who sacrifices babies on stone alters would allow her to blend in better with the locals. Anyway, I predict her good behavior, and supposed humbleness last about as long as her current hair color......
Alright, you're probably thinking to yourself that this is another one of those Rachel Bilson is such a cutie posts and your right. I wish there was another angle for me to go on but there isn't. I'm just trying to keep her celebrity status alive and maybe get a little relationship out of it. I know that sounds pretty pathetic, but writing about celebrities is pretty pathetic too if you think about it. So why stop there....
LATEST: The jury at the Phil Spector murder trial has heard how shooting victim LANA CLARKSON was physically far stronger than the music producer, and could have killed him more easily than he could have killed her.Forensics expert, and defence witness, Dr. Vincent DiMaio testified on Thursday (28Jun07) and denied the prosecution’s claims he was
Queen Latifah has become the latest hip-hop artist to urge her peers to tone down their language, insisting black rappers should show off their vocabulary instead of rhyming expletives.The rapper-turned-actress has called for hip-hop to start policing itself to make sure the stereotype of uneducated, thuggish stars disappears.She says, "We should start encouraging people to
Rocker Jon Bon JOVI has ruled out a career in politics - because it doesn’t pay enough money.The Livin’ On A Prayer singer is so determined to remain a rock star he once boasted he had the better job to former U.S. President Bill Clinton.He says, "I don’t envision a life in politics in the
Former MAMAS & THE PAPAS star Michelle Phillips fought back tears in a new TV interview as she recalled the dark days following the Summer Of Love 40 years ago.The singer, the only living member of the California Dreamin’ hitmakers, is one of the stars featured in new documentary Monterey 40, which recalls the Monterey
Actor Isaiah Washington insists the only reason he was fired from TV show GREY’S ANATOMY for making a homophobic remark was because of the colour of his skin.Washington infamously made an offensive about castmate T.R. Knight last October (06) and repeated it at the Golden Globe Awards earlier this year (07).But the 43-year-old claims
Don Cheadle has slated JOAQUIN PHOENIX’s portrayal as country legend JOHNNY CASH in WALK THE LINE - because he didn’t swear enough.The Ocean’s Thirteen star, who is set to play jazz great Miles Davis in an upcoming biopic, hopes his film is a more accurate depiction of an icon.He says, "I’m really tired of biopics.
The former wife of DEAN MARTIN’s tragic son DEAN PAUL still has nightmares about the pilot’s 1987 death - because she waited too long to tell him she had remarried.Ice skating star Dorothy Hamill has revealed she put off telling her ex she had wed another man - and Martin heard the news from a
Troubled star Lindsay Lohan reportedly had cocaine and nearly twice the legal amount of alcohol in her system when she was arrested after crashing her car last month (May07).The Mean Girls was charged with driving under the influence after smashing her car in Beverly Hills, California. She checked into rehab facility Promises shortly afterwards.According to
Jennifer Lopez AEROSMITH, USHER and ALICIA KEYS are among the stars confirmed to play this year’s (07) Fashion Rocks concert in New York City.Avril Lavigne, Fall Out Boy, Fergie and Ludacris are also scheduled to perform at the annual Radio City Music Hall event, which celebrates the ties between the worlds of music and fashion.The
PARIS HILTON’s post-prison chat with U.S. broadcaster Larry King on Wednesday night (27Jun07) brought the veteran CNN talk show host his highest ratings of the season.More than 3.2 million viewers tuned in to watch the socialite’s first TV interview since her release from jail on Tuesday (26Jun07).But although the chat brought him big ratings, King
Joss Stone has topped a new poll of Hollywood fashion offenders.Editors at American magazine In Touch were turned off by the British soul singer’s colourful style and voted her top of the pile in the new list of shame.Stone came in ahead of Britney Spears, Rod Stewart’s socialite daughter Kimberly and pop star Kelly Clarkson.Movie
JAMES BOND fans needn’t expect Daniel Craig to play 007 for long - the Brit doesn’t want to get typecast as the suave superspy.Like predecessor Pierce Brosnan, Craig plans to play a slew of different characters in other films, during his tenure as Bond - and suggests he won’t be a longtime action man on
Former DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES star Jesse Metcalfe is eyeing a career as a musician.The 28-year-old is practising his guitar and singing skills and hopes to be a successful solo artist.He tells People.com, "I’ve just started writing and trying to develop my sound a little bit, but it will be as a solo artist. I sing and
British pop star Lily Allen has been arrested for kung-fu kicking a member of London’s paparazzi earlier this year (07).The Smile singer allegedly beat up photographers outside a London nightclub on 12 March (07), kicking and punching at least two snappers.On Thursday (28Jun07), she was formally arrested and questioned by police regarding the scuffle.Photographer Kevin
Veteran actor Jon Voight will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Montreal World Film Festival later this summer. The Oscar-winning star of movies including Midnight Cowboy, Deliverance, Coming Home and Heat will collect the Special Grand Prix Of The Americas award during the Canadian event, which runs from August 23 to September 3.


Barbra Streisand has been awarded France's most coveted prize after she was inducted into the French Legion Of honor. The diva was handed her accolade by President Nicholas Sarkozy at a formal ceremony held at the Elysee palace on Thursday, following a concert in Paris.


50 Cent was left red-faced at the B.E.T. Awards on Tuesday night after fans spotted him lip-syncing his new single onstage. Sources tell MediaTakeOut.com the rapper was caught out when he mimed the lyrics to Amusement Park over an instrumental version of the track mistakenly played by his DJ Whoo Kidd.


Actress Alyssa Milano has been named the new lead ambassador for the Global Network For Neglected Tropical Disease Control. The Charmed star is raising awareness of the 13 chronic and disabling bacterial and parasitic infections - known as "diseases of poverty" - which are faced by one billion people internationally.


Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Anna Nicole Smith TMZ has learned Larry Birkhead has filed a formal complaint against Debra Opri with the State Bar of California.We're told in his complaint, filed June 8, Birkhead claims Opri "misappropriated" hundreds of thousands of dollars he earned from a...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Britney Spears TMZ has learned Britney Spears gave her mom a present today -- a lawyer's letter -- and mom was none too pleased.The video was shot in Valencia, Calif. this afternoon on a film set where Britney's younger sister Jamie Lynn is working. There are...
Filed under: Paris Hilton Fly Me An incognito Paris Hilton arrived in Maui this afternoon. Aloha, freebird! The uncaged, jetsetting heiress was in a jail cell for three and a half weeks -- then had to endure a full hour of work being questioned by Larry King. It's time for a vacay,...
50 Cent was left red-faced at the B.E.T. Awards on Tuesday night (27Jun07) after fans spotted him lip-syncing his new single onstage.Sources tell MediaTakeOut.com the rapper was caught out when he mimed the lyrics to Amusement Park over an instrumental version of the track mistakenly played by his DJ Whoo Kidd.One eagle-eyed audience member who
LATEST: Robert Plant has laughed off reports suggesting the existing members of rock supergroup LED ZEPPELIN are to reform for a tribute to late Atlantic Records founder AHMET ERTEGUN.British tabloid the Sunday Mirror reported Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones would reunite with late drummer John Bonham’s son, Jason, for a London concert later
There were a few familiar faces caught among the racks at Hollywood record store Amoeba for SIR PAUL McCARTNEY’s intimate show on Wednesday night (27Jun07) - former bandmate Ringo Starr his wife BARBARA BACH and GEORGE HARRISON’s widow were in the crowd.Starr and Olivia Harrison teamed up with McCartney for an historic Larry King Live
MOTLEY CRUE frontman Vince Neil is following in rocker SAMMY HAGAR’s footsteps by becoming a tequila tycoon.Neil launched his Vince Neil’s Tres Rios beverage in Massachusetts earlier this month (Jun07).The Smokin’ In The Boys Room singer added his name to the brand after becoming a fan of the Guadalajara, Mexico tequila.He says, "It’s just good
America’s top three singles are staying put for a second consecutive week, as RIHANNA’s UMBRELLA claims a fifth week at number one.The Barbados beauty’s summer anthem kept Shop Boyz’ Party Like A Rockstar at number two and Fergie’s Big Girls Don’t Cry at three.The new chart’s top debut belongs to Faith Hill who enters with
ANGEL HEART star Lisa Bonet is pregnant with her third child.The actress, 39, who was once married to rocker Lenny Kravitz, is expecting 27-year-old actor Jason Momoa’s child next month (Jul07).Bonet has a teenage daughter with Kravitz and a son with her yoga instructor, Bryan Kest.Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment News Network
Justin Long was relieved during a recent trip to New Orleans, Louisiana when a man who chased him and his then-girlfriend down an alley turned out to be an autograph hunter - not a mugger.The Dodgeball star was worried about lawlessness in the city following news reports about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005,
Michael Moore believes his movies appeal to teenagers because of his anti-establishment credentials.Moore, whose 2004 documentary Fahrenheit 9/11 slammed U.S. President George W. Bush’s response to the 11th September terrorist attacks, is proud his films are teaching a new generation to question their surroundings.The 53-year-old tells MTV.com, "The reasons my films have been popular amongst
Former HAPPY DAYS star Scott Baio has presented the producers of his upcoming reality show, Scott Baio IS 45… AND SINGLE with bad news - he’s been in a committed relationship with a former Playboy Playmate for two years.The actor’s new VH1 series, which debuts in America next month (Jul07), follows Baio as he searches
Veteran actor Jon Voight will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Montreal World Film Festival later this summer (07).The Oscar-winning star of movies including Midnight Cowboy, Deliverance, Coming Home and Heat will collect the Special Grand Prix Of The Americas award during the Canadian event, which runs from 23 August to 3
Actress Alyssa Milano has been named the new lead ambassador for the Global Network For Neglected Tropical Disease Control.The Charmed star is raising awareness of the 13 chronic and disabling bacterial and parasitic infections - known as "diseases of poverty" - which are faced by one billion people internationally.To mark her new role, Milano donated
Barbra Streisand has been awarded France’s most coveted prize after she was inducted into the French Legion Of Honour.The diva was handed her accolade by President Nicholas Sarkozy at a formal ceremony held at the Elysee palace on Thursday (28Jun07), following a concert in Paris.The induction is France’s most prestigious civilian distinction.Streisand’s Tuesday night (26Jun07)
Victoria Beckham is in negotiations to play herself in an upcoming episode of hit sitcom UGLY BETTY.Show regular ERIC MABIUS revealed the news during a recent interview, explaining producers have made the initial steps to sign the singer up when she becomes a Los Angeles resident later this summer (07).Mabius says, "Victoria is keen and
AP - The Spice Girls wannabe stars again. Following a calculated publicity buildup, the original Girl Power group of the 1990s announced Thursday that they have agreed to reunite for 11 concerts around the world in December and January.
AP - For Tony Parker, only French-made wedding cakes will do. The NBA champion, set to marry "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria next week, is staying coy about plans for the event.
Reuters - The German Defense Ministry is scrambling to qualify its stance on the Tom Cruise World War Two thriller "Valkyrie," saying Thursday that, despite reports to the contrary, it has no opposition to the film shooting in Germany.
July 7th Concerts to Call on Millions at Over 6,000 Live Events, Billions of Broadcast Viewers Across All 7 Continents to Commit to Bold Actions

New York City (June 28, 2007) – Live Earth Founder Kevin Wall joined with former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and Alliance for Climate Protection CEO Cathy Zoi today to announce the Live Earth Call to Action –


There were a few familiar faces caught among the racks at Hollywood record store Amoeba for Paul McCartney intimate show on Wednesday night - former bandmate Ringo Starr, his wife Barbara Bach and George Harrison's widow were in the crowd.


Robert Plant has laughed off reports suggesting the existing members of rock supergroup Led Zeppelin are to reform for a tribute to late Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun. British tabloid the Sunday Mirror reported Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones would reunite with late drummer John Bonham's son, Jason, for a London concert later this year.


Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil is following in rocker Sammy Hagar's footsteps by becoming a tequila tycoon. Neil launched his Vince Neil Tres Rios beverage in Massachusetts earlier this month.


Victoria Beckham is in negotiations to play herself in an upcoming episode of hit sitcom Ugly Betty. Show regular Eric Mabius revealed the news during a recent interview, explaining producers have made the initial steps to sign the singer up when she becomes a Los Angeles resident later this summer.


Justin Long was relieved during a recent trip to New Orleans, Louisiana when a man who chased him and his then-girlfriend down an alley turned out to be an autograph hunter - not a mugger. The Dodgeball star was worried about lawlessness in the city following news reports about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and let his paranoia take over.


Britney Spears will not perform as part of the "True Colors" concert this weekend in Los Angeles, as announced earlier in the week. The 'Toxic' star was slated to perform at a benefit for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender organizations, alongside a star-studded lineup that includes Cyndi Lauper, Erasure and Debbie Harry.

Earlier this week, Britney's choreographer Misha Gabriel revealed that she would be joining the tour. Fans, including Rosie O'Donnell, who is set to present the show, reacted with enthusiasm.
'Rehab' singer Amy Winehouse is causing a stir stateside with her bizarre and controversial antics, this time carving the name of her husband, Blake Fielder-Civil into her stomach with a piece of glass during an interview.

"I'm not in this to be a role model," she said, during her interview with Spin magazine. "I don't care. I don't care about any of this and I don't have much of an opinion of myself. I don't think people care about me. I made an album I'm very proud of and that's about it."
Filed under: Star Catcher Former Fugee Wyclef Jean and supermodel Petra Nemcova were grinding all over the dance floor at Club PM in NY's Meatpacking District. It was club owner Unik Ernest's birthday party/launch of his charity --Edeyo -- a foundation to aid impoverished...
Filed under: Paparazzi Video It was a bizarro scene last night in Hollywood -- with Kenny G getting better V.I.P. treatment than Jennifer Love Hewitt.Sir Paul McCartney must not be a "Ghost Whisperer" fan, because poor little JLove waited in line with everybody else who showed...
Filed under: Paris Hilton Anderson Cooper -- once famously dubbed the Paris Hilton of cable news -- gave the real Paris Hilton the third degree last night, bagging on her for doing, well, nothing.The silver-haired Yale graduate and Vanderbilt family scion laid into the...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has learned that the personal physician who saw Chris Benoit just hours before the wrestler killed his wife and son once had his medical license suspended for "reasons related to competence or character."In 2001, the Georgia state medical board...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Britney Spears Sources tell TMZ the Britney/K-Fed divorce is not over.We're told Federline will not sign the final property settlement agreement and is saying, before he does, he wants proof that Britney can handle joint custody. But TMZ knows that Britney and...
LATEST: Irish pop mogul LOUIS WALSH has confirmed he is to return as a judge on British TV talent show THE X FACTOR - three months after he was sacked by Simon Cowell The Westlife manager vowed he would never work with the American Idol judge again after he was fired by the bosses of the
LATEST: World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) has dismissed reports illegal substances played a longterm role in the demise of late wrestler Chris Benoit he passed a random drug test in April (07).Cops believe the wrestling superstar murdered his wife and seven-year-old son before killing himself at their Atlanta, Georgia home, after authorities discovered their bodies on
Fashion designer Stella McCartney new animal rights campaign has gone virtual she is staging an anti-fur protest in cult online world Second Life.McCartney is teaming with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) for the world’s first virtual anti-fur protest next month (12Jul07) on a new island dubbed - a Stella McCartney/PETA World -
Czech beauty Petra Nemcova used to starve herself in order to fit in with other models.The supermodel is famed for her shapely curves now, but admits she tried a range of diets, including a fruit-only eating plan, at the beginning of her modelling career.She tells Britain’s Closer magazine, "I may have curves now, but when
Actress Cameron Diaz has dismissed suggestions she will only get an Oscar if she stops playing "happy and funny" roles.The Charlie’s Angels star insists her outgoing demeanour shouldn’t stop Academy Award bosses from considering her for the accolade.She says, "I’m not ashamed of being a happy, bubbly and funny person."I think that is just as
Superstar Michael Jackson has been hit with more legal papers - by a law firm claiming the singer owes them more than $100,000 (£50,000).The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Wednesday (27Jun07), alleges Jackson reneged on a $109,994.48 (£54,997.24) payment owed to the unnamed Delaware-based firm for services as "general counsel" in
Pregnant model/actress Milla Jovovich is already jealous of the close relationship her mother plans to have with her unborn daughter.The Resident Evil beauty and her director fiance PAUL W.S. ANDERSON are expecting a baby girl in November (07).Jovovich writes on her website, "(My mum) feels like because my daughter will be born a Scorpio, that
U.S. chat show host Oprah Winfrey is adding fashion store entrepreneur to her list of talents - she is opening a boutique shop.The famed TV legend already has a book club, magazine and chat show to her name, but is now adding fashion store owner to her talents.Construction is under way on the one-storey floor