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"titanic" Stars Dicaprio, Winslet Reuniting (reuters)
Reuters - Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, who played ill-fated lovers in the 1997 smash hit "Titanic," are reuniting for a drama about postwar disillusionment, the DreamWorks movie studio said on Friday.
'we're Just Friends', Mccartney Insists Of Charles's Ex (afp)
AFP - Former Beatle Sir McCartney insisted Friday his friendship with an ex-girlfriend of Britain's Prince Charles is purely platonic, as he battles through a messy divorce.
Mark Wahlberg Became A Man When Daughter Was Born
Mark Wahlberg has admitted he only "became a man" when he his daughter was born in 2003. The 35-year-old star concedes the arrival of three-year-old Ella four years ago with girlfriend Rhea Durham transformed his life, and made him comfortable exposing a softer side to his personality.Simon Cowell Regrets Louis Walsh Departure From British 'x Factor'
Music mogul Simon Cowell has slammed British TV bosses for their treatment of Louis Walsh's departure from talent show The X Factor. The American Idol judge admits he regrets the axing of fellow The X Factor judge Walsh, and insists if the decision had been his, he would have spoken to the Irish music producer one on one.Senator John Kerry To Appear On 'the Daily Show'
Senator John Kerry (D-MA) will be a guest on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" on Monday, March 26 at 11:00 p.m. (ET/PT). Senator Kerry previously appeared as a guest on "The Daily Show" on August 24, 2004, during his campaign for President. His new book, This Moment on Earth: Today's New Environmentalists and Their Vision for the Future, which was co-authored by his wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry, will be released by PublicAffairs the day of his appearance.Actors Tom Arnold, Nora Zehetner & Dax Shepard To Visit Troops In The Persian Gulf
Heroes actress Nora Zehetner and comedians Tom Arnold and Dax Shepard will soon embark on a USO/Armed Forces Entertainment tour to the Persian Gulf region. The trio will meet with service members and sign autographs. Arnold and Shepard will also perform their stand-up comedy routines during the visit.Leonardo Dicaprio & Kate Winslet Re-team For New Film
Titanic stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet are to reunite on the big screen, 10 years after the blockbuster disaster movie. Winslet and DiCaprio famously played doomed lovers in the James Cameron epic and will now play a troubled married couple in an adaptation of Richard Yates' novel Revolutionary Road.Sienna Miller Did Not Mistake Kevin Spacey For Kevin Bacon
British actress Sienna Miller is baffled by reports she drunkenly mistook Kevin Spacey for Kevin Bacon at a party. Miller and Spacey were rumored to be enjoying each other's company over glasses of champagne in a bar - that was until Miller made a slip up in conversation.Mark Wahlberg & Martin Scorsese Butted Heads On 'the Departed'
Mark Wahlberg found it difficult working alongside Martin Scorsese on The Departed as the pair were "constantly struggling" with one another. The actor admits it was a harrowing experience behind the scenes of the Oscar-winning movie because he had different creative ideas from the director.Marlon Brando's Estate Sues Furniture Maker
Marlon Brando estate is suing a furniture maker after the iconic star's surname was used to sell a chair. Papers filed at Los Angeles Superior Court allege the retailers selling the home cinema chair did not seek permission to use the Oscar-winning actor's surname on a home cinema chair named 'The Brando'.Francis Ford Coppola's First Movie In A Decade Gets Release Date
Legendary director Francis Ford Coppola's first film in 10 years has been slated for release later this year. Coppola has written, directed and produced World War One epic Youth Without Youth - a decade after his last movie The Rainmaker in 1997.Regis Philbin Is 'recovering Well' After Surgery
TV veteran Regis Philbin is "recovering well" just a week after undergoing a triple heart bypass operation. The talk show host was admitted to the Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City on March 14th, but earlier today took time to contact his co-host on Live! With Regis And Kelly, Kelly Ripa, to inform viewers he is on the mend.Former Korn Star Book Due In July
Former Korn rocker Brian 'Head' Welch is documenting his split from the band in an upcoming book. Save Me From Myself: How I Found God, Quit Korn, Kicked Speed, And Lived To Tell The Tale is due for a July release and is Welch's first book.Anthony Quinn's Widow Fights For Greek Island
The widow of actor Anthony Quinn has mounted a legal battle to gain control of land bought by her husband on the Greek island of Rhodes in 1960. Local authorities claim the land should not have been sold to the non-Greek native, but Katharine Quinn wants to resolve the long-running case.Leonard Dicaprio And Kate Winslet Pair For Another Doomed Love Flick
Leonard DiCaprio and Kate Winslet who showed such incredible chemistry together in "Titanic" will reunited in "Revolutionary Road" about a beautiful, unhappy, bitter couple living in the suburbs. And like Titanic, there's a tragic ending to this love story too.
Lindsay Lohan's Mom Defends Her Crappy Parenting Skills
"We're just so misunderstood," said Dina Lohan, trying to deflect criticism that she's a party mom and hand-off manager to her meal ticket, Lindsay Lohan who at 20, has been battling drug and alcohol problems for years. "Oh, the party mom, the party mom, the party mom!" Dina says. "Whoever said that, my ex-husband or whatever, I'm not the party mom!"
Mel Goes Mad Max On Mayan Professor
Mel Gibson launched into an angry attack Thursday night at Cal State University at Northridge when a woman in an audience accused him of insensitivity in portraying Mayans in his last film "Apocalypto". Witnesses told the website TMZ that when Professor Alicia Estrada pressed the director about his inaccurate depiction of Mayan sacrifices, Gibson responded, "Lady, f**k off."
Sanjaya Covers Katharine Mcphee
Filed under: Music, Beauty, American Idol Seems like Haley Scarnato isn't the only "American Idol" wannabe borrowing things from Katharine McPhee A mystery artist has given Season Six wavy brunette shrieker, Sanjaya Malakar, a case of the McPheever, super-imposing him onto Kat's crotchety...
Vivica A. Fox Charged With Dui
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has learned that actress Vivica A. Fox has been charged with two misdemeanor counts of DUI, stemming from a Tuesday night arrest.Los Angeles City Attorney spokesman Frank Mateljan confirmed that Fox was charged with one count of driving while...
Philbin 'recovering Well' After Surgery
LATEST: US TV veteran Regis Philbin is "recovering well" just a week after undergoing a triple heart bypass operation.The talk show host was admitted to the Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City on 14 March (07), but earlier today (23MAR07) took time to contact his co-host on LIVE! WITH REGIS AND KELLY, KELLY
Quinn's Widow Adopts Legal Battle
The widow of actor Anthony Quinn has mounted a legal battle to gain control of land bought by her husband on the Greek island of Rhodes in 1960.Local authorities claim the land should not have been sold to the non-Greek native, but KATHARINE QUINN wants to resolve the long-running case.ZORBA THE GREEK star Quinn bought
Miller Baffled By Spacey Rumour
British actress SIENNA MILLER is baffled by reports she drunkenly mistook Kevin Spacey for KEVIN BACON at a party.Miller and AMERICAN BEAUTY star Spacey were rumoured to be enjoying each other’s company over glasses of champagne in a bar - that was until Miller made a slip up in conversation.She says, "Apparently I went up
Wahlberg: 'i Had Problems With Scorsese'
MARK WAHLBERG found it difficult working alongside Martin Scorsese on THE DEPARTED as the pair were "constantly struggling" with one another.The actor admits it was a harrowing experience behind the scenes of the Oscar-winning movie, because he had different creative ideas from the director.He says, "Marty and I were constantly in this struggle. I had
Coppola's First Movie In A Decade Gets Release Date
Legendary director Francis Ford COPPOLA’s first film in 10 years has been slated for release later this year (07).Coppola has written, directed and produced World War One epic YOUTH WITHOUT YOUTH - a decade after his last movie THE RAINMAKER in 1997.The film, which is based on a novella by Romanian author MIRCEA ELIADE, stars
Tennant Signs For Third Run As Doctor Who
Scottish actor David Tennant has reportedly signed a $1.95 million (£1 million) deal to star in a third series of DOCTOR WHO.The actor replaced CHRISTOPHER ECCLESTON as the time lord in the cult BBC show in 2005 in the second series of the rejuvenated programme.A TV source tells British newspaper Daily Mirror, "He’s finished filming
Winslet And Dicaprio To Reunite
TITANIC stars Leonardo DiCaprio and KATE WINSLET are to reunite on the big screen, 10 years after the blockbuster disaster movie.Winslet and DiCaprio famously played doomed lovers in the JAMES CAMERON epic and will now play a troubled married couple in an adaptation of RICHARD YATES’ novel REVOLUTIONARY ROAD.The English actress’ husband SAM MENDES will
Brosnan To Be First Star On Rebuilt 007 Stage
Pierce Brosnan will be the first actor to perform on the newly-rebuilt JAMES BOND stage at Pinewood Studios in England after it was destroyed in a fire last year (06).The former 007 will appear on the stage as part of the movie adaptation of ABBA musical MAMMA MIA, which will be filmed at Pinewood.The iconic
Quentin Tarantino Has Accused Bond Bosses Of Stealing His Idea To Make 'casino Royale' Into The Latest Bond Film.
The 43-year-old director was in the running to take over directing duties for the last 007 adventure and suggested that Ian Fleming’s book would be perfect.Tarantino said: "I resent that none of them gave me a shout out to recognise that I’m the one who got them to make ‘Casino Royale’." In May 2004, Tarantino
Will Smith Left Friend Bill Murray Writhing In Agony On A Golf Course After He Had Been Stung By A Bee.
The ‘Pursuit of Happyness’ actor was signing autographs for four fans when Bill began running up and down the fairway screaming and flapping his arms.A source said: "Will just laughed and told the bemused-looking fans, ‘He does this when I get all the attention – he wants you to ask for his autograph too.’ "But
The Who Singer Roger Daltrey Is Recovering Well After Being Hospitalised With An Infection.
The 63-year-old rocker was admitted to hospital earlier this week after being struck down by a virus, forcing the band to reschedule several dates on their US tour.However, he could soon rejoin his bandmates after making a good recovery.Guitarist Pete Townshend said: "Roger is feeling and looking better. The doctors say he is OK. The
Carmen Electra Was "disgusted" With Her Body When She Was A Teenager.
Carmen Electra was "disgusted" with her body when she was a teenager. The ‘I Want Candy’ star, famed for her sexy curves, struggled to love her figure when she was younger and even starved herself to lose weight. The actress said: "As a teenager, I really hated my curves. I felt quite disgusted with myself
Heather Mills Has Bet Her False Leg Will Stay On When She Performs On 'dancing With The Stars'.
The former model, who made her debut appearance on the US TV show this week, is so confident the prosthetic limb won’t fly off she has put money on it.Heather, who lost her leg in a traffic accident, told US chat show host Jay Leno: "I’ve bet a few hundred dollars it’s not going to
Madonna's H&m Apparel Line Gets Mild Welcome In Nyc (reuters)
Reuters - Madonna on Thursday joined the parade of celebrities with their own fashion lines, but the material girl who used to shock audiences with her outrageous outfits kept to a mainstream tune.
Fallen Miss Usa To Hand Over Pageant Crown (reuters)
Reuters - Tara Conner hands over her Miss USA tiara on Friday to a new beauty queen after a year of pageant scandals that boosted interest in an industry struggling for 21st century relevance.
Kate Winslet Moving To Us Due To Uk Press
Hollywood star Kate Winslet and husband Sam Mendes have turned their backs on Britain for good - driven away by the country's intrusive media. The couple and their children Mia, six, and Joe, three, now live full-time in New York - and insist they have no plans to return.Foxy Brown Issued Arrest Warrant
Foxy Brown - real name Inga Marchand - can run but she can no longer hide. Police officers have obtained a warrant for the rapper's arrest after she decided to ignore a court-ordered appearance in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Paul Mccartney Reportedly Has New Flame
Paul McCartney has gone on a date with Prince Charles' former lover.The Beatles' legend and Sabrina Guinness - who dated Charles in the 70s - met up to go on a secret dinner date to an Italian restaurant in London on Wednesday night.
Johnny Depp's Daughter Contracted E. Coli
Johnny Depp daughter was left seriously ill after reportedly contracting the potentially-fatal E.coli virus.The Hollywood actor's seven-year-old, Lily-Rose, was hospitalized earlier this month with what was thought to be blood poisoning. However, production staff on Depp's latest movie have now revealed what the illness was and claim the deadly virus caused Lily-Rose's kidneys to shut down.
Doherty Admits He's A Drug-addict
Pete Doherty has admitted he still smokes crack every day.Despite vowing to kick his cocaine habit for supermodel girlfriend Kate Moss the Babyshambles rocker has blatantly flaunted his substance abuse.
Madonna Wants To Record Music With Stella Mccartney
Stella McCartney has been offered the chance to make her own album - by her good friend Madonna.The fashion designer, the daughter of Beatles legend Sir Paul, recently gave the "Hung Up" singer advice for her new fashion label and now Madonna wants to return the favor.
Mick Jagger Says Keith Richards Lies About Creating Tour Stage
Mick Jagger says Keith Richards' boast that he created the stage set for The Rolling Stones' "A Bigger Bang" world tour is a lie.During a live webcast announcing the band's forthcoming European tour, Mick said: "The set is amazing. It's really quite beautiful. Keith has been claiming he came up with most of the ideas for it. That's a good one! I think he's been telling porky pies (British slang for lies)."
Anna Nicole Diaries Go For $700,000 On Ebay
Have a hankering for Anna Nicole Smith's inner thoughts from 15 years ago? You're a day late and a dollar short. Or, to be precise, $282,500 short. That's the sum paid by the top bidder Thursday in a live eBay auction for some of the late model's memorabilia, including her 1992 personal diary.
Suit Claims Publisher Misused Rights To Rick James Work
The lawsuit, filed March 15 in Superior Court, seeks unspecified damages. It accuses California-based Brooklyn Music Publishing Group Inc. of collecting money from European music publishers and making new foreign deals without authority.
Arrest Warrant Out For Foxy Brown Over Beauty Shop Fight
She was charged in February with battery and resisting arrest without violence. Judge Joel Lazurus issued the bench warrant after she did not appear in court in Fort Lauderale, the Miami Herald reported.
L.a. Times Op-ed Editor Quits After Grazer's Section Killed
The issue surfaced after it was learned that the editorial editor, Andres Martinez, had been dating a public relations executive who did work for producer Brian Grazer the Times said Thursday.
Howard K. - Kicked To The Curb
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Howard K. Stern is so clearly not the father of Anna Nicole Smith's baby, according to the owner of the house where Anna Nicole stayed in the Bahamas, that he's being evicted from the estate.South Carolina businessman G. Ben Thompson bought the house...
Naomi -- What's In The Bag?
Filed under: Celebrity Justice A small pygmy assistant? Presents for your new work pals? The accumulated humility of a week's worth of manual labor?The world's most beautiful toilet-scrubber unveiled the latest in Dickensian chic upon arriving to her final day of public service;...
Mel Goes Ballistic -- "lady, F**k Off!"
Filed under: Movies, Mel Gibson TMZ has learned Mel Gibson exploded in anger last night on a college campus after an expert on Mayan culture accussed him of racially stereotyping the Mayans in the movie "Apocalypto."It happened last night at Cal State University at Northridge in...
Princess Diana Documentary.
Unseen paparazzi pictures from the evening of Britain’s Princess Diana death are set to be aired on TV. British broadcaster ITV has decided to air the never-before-seen images in ‘Diana’s Last Day’ - which programme-makers are describing as the ‘definitive story’ of the tragic princess’ final hours, ten years on from the fatal Paris car
Sarah Ferguson's Scorsese Movie.
Britain’s Duchess of York is teaming up with director Martin Scorsese Sarah Ferguson and the Oscar-winning director are set to produce ‘The Young Victoria’ which focuses on the early life of Queen Victoria.The duchess will join Scorsese and his ‘The Departed’ producer Graham King as a co-producer on the film.Sarah revealed: ‘I met Graham King and
Chili Peppers Postpone Japanese Tour
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS have been forced to postponed the Japanese leg of their world tour after frontman Anthony Kiedis was struck down by pneumonia.The American rockers were scheduled to perform at Osaka’s Kyocera Dome and the Tokyo Dome, on Wednesday (22MAR07) and tonight (23MAR07) respectively.Kiedis was been diagnosed with bronchial pneumonia and is under
Who's The Daddy Britney?
Internet gambling websites are taking bets on who will the father of BRITNEY SPEARS’ next child.The TOXIC singer is mother to seven-month-old JAYDEN JAMES and 19-month-old SEAN PRESTON with estranged husband KEVIN FEDERLINE.Gambling site Bodog.com has given model ISAAC COHEN, who briefly dated Spears earlier this year (07), high odds for becoming the father to
Cowell Credits Lewis With Return To The X Factor
Music impresario Simon Cowell has credited British singer LEONA LEWIS for convincing him to return as a judge on TV talent show THE X FACTOR.The acid-tongued star admits his stint presiding over fame hopefuls on the UK series was in jeopardy due to his busy workload - but was reassured the series was a success
Thom 'pees Herself' Over Connery
Scottish singer SANDI THOM will face personal hygiene problems when she meets her idol SIR Sean Connery next month (APR07), because she believes she may wet herself.The I WISH I WAS A PUNK ROCKER star is lined up to model and perform at VIVIENNE WESTWOOD’s fashion show to celebrate New York City’s Tartan Week.But Thom
Grazer Disappointed At Scrapped Newspaper Column
LATEST: Producer Brian Grazer is disappointed his stint as guest editor for a section of the Los Angeles Times newspaper has been scrapped, after the publication’s editorial page editor, ANDRES MARTINEZ resigned yesterday (22MAR07) following allegations of impropriety.Martinez quit his post after it was discovered his girlfriend had been working for a public relations company
Smith Autopsy Report Set For Release
LATEST: Anna Nicole SMITH’s autopsy report is set to be released on Monday (26MAR07), following weeks of speculation over the star’s death.Brower County, Florida, medical examiner JOSHUA PEPPER will release his findings at a press conference with Seminole Police chief CHARLIE TIGER.Pepper postponed the determination of the cause of the tragic model/actress’ death last month
Airport Workers Face Theft Charges For Stealing Celebrity Property
A group of luggage handlers at Los Angeles International Airport are to face misdemeanour theft charges for allegedly stealing personal items from celebrities including hotel heiress Paris Hilton and singer KEYSHIA COLE.A spokesperson for City Attorney ROCKY DELGADILLO announced their decision to file the charges against 10 airport employees and one transient yesterday (22MAR07) for
Wahlberg: 'i Became A Man In 2003a€²
Mark Wahlberg has admitted he only "became a man" when he his daughter was born in 2003.The 35-year-old PLANET OF THE APES star concedes the arrival of three-year-old ELLA four years ago (03) with girlfriend RHEA DURHAM transformed his life, and made him comfortable exposing a softer side to his personality.He says, "From the age
Cowell: 'i Regret Walsh's Departure'
Music mogul Simon Cowell has slammed British TV bosses for their treatment of LOUIS WALSH’s departure from talent show THE X FACTOR.The AMERICAN IDOL judge admits he regrets the axing of fellow THE X FACTOR judge Walsh, and insists if the decision had been his, he would have spoken to the Irish music producer one
Combs Helps Beckhams In La Property Hunt
Rap mogul SEAN ‘DIDDY’ COMBS has reached out to soccer star David Beckham and his wife VICTORIA to help them find a home in Los Angeles.The British celebrity couple are moving to Los Angeles later this year (07) after the soccer ace completes his transfer from Spanish club Real Madrid to LA Galaxy.And Combs, who
"titanic" Lovers Dicaprio, Winslet Reuniting (reuters)
Reuters - Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, who played ill-starred lovers in the 1997 smash "Titanic," are reuniting for a drama about post-war disillusionment, Hollywood trade paper Daily Variety reported on Friday.
Troubled Teen Kicking It With Jackie Chan, Jet Li (reuters)
Reuters - "Lords of Dogtown" star Michael Angarano is in final negotiations to join Jackie Chan and Jet Li in an untitled martial arts action feature.
Tripplehorn, Davidtz Tackle "creatures" (reuters)
Reuters - Jeanne Tripplehorn and Embeth Davidtz have joined Kate Beckinsale and the all-star cast of the indie drama "Winged Creatures."
Neil Young Scores With Journey To The Past (reuters)
Reuters - It's a chart of gold for Neil Young who scored his highest-debuting album on The Billboard 200 in almost 12 years with "Live at Massey Hall 1971."
Angelina And Brad Donate $100,000 To Non-profit Organization
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have donated $100,000 to help fund a medical center in Southern Sudan. Jolie has recently returned from a U.N. trip to Chad, when she went to the Sudan border to talk to refugees.
Avril Talks Coke And Love To Jane
While other musical stars are partying too hard and checking into rehab, Avril Lavigne is settling into married life. The 22-year-old punk-pop star wed Sum 41 frontman Deryck Whibley in July 2006 and is enjoying life as a Mrs.
Christina Aguilera Reveals Her Romantic Secrets
Christina Aguilera has the secrets to a happy showbiz marriage. The Grammy winning singer is currently on a world tour for her widely successful album "Back To Basics" but tells PEOPLE that her schedule doesn't get in the way of romance with her husband, Jordan Bratman.
Jameson Fighting With Ex Online
Sometimes the world of porn can get ugly and superstar Jenna Jameson is finding out just how much. The adult film star is currently in the midst of a messy divorce from former co-star and business partner, Justin Sterling.
Bridget Moynahan's Baby Nerves
Bridget Moynahan has shown off her baby bump for the first time. The "Six Degrees" actress appeared on "The Martha Stewart Show" and looked radiant and healthy in a blue dress.
Leo Dicaprio Has Finally Found Supermodel To Marry
There is finally a supermodel capable of taming Leonardo DiCaprio The Hollywood star has been linked to many of the most beautiful women in the world, but it seems that 21-year-old Bar Refaeli is the one who will get him to commit.
Kirsten Dunst In Tune With Johnny Borrell
Kirsten Dunst is one rock star groupie who gets to go home with the star. The actress recently started dating Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell and was reportedly smitten with him from the first time she saw a performance.
Jessica Alba Loves Turning Down Roles
Jessica Alba loves to tell studio bosses to kiss her a** and there are probably plenty who are willing to do so. The stunning actress has revealed that her newfound success as a Hollywood "It" girl has put her in a position to get back at producers who turned her down in the past.
Anna Nicole Autopsy Results To Be Revealed
One of the moments we have all been waiting for in the never-ending Anna Nicole saga will finally come to an end on Monday. Medical Examiner Dr. Joshua Perper has announced that autopsy results for Anna Nicole Smith are set to be revealed. Both the Broward County examiner and Charlie Tiger of the Seminole Police are expected to release a statement and speak with news reporters early next week.
Daltrey Back Onstage
LATEST: Veteran rockers THE WHO resumed their North American tour earlier than expected last night (22MAR07) and well-again frontman Roger Daltrey declared to the Little Rock, Arkansas crowd, "Boy, it feels good to be out of bed".The band were forced to abandon the tour last week (13MAR07) when Daltrey walked offstage after just one song
Stefani Excited At Making No Doubt's 'greatest Record'
Gwen Stefani is excited at the prospect of reuniting with her NO DOUBT bandmates next year (08), because she believes their comeback album will be their best yet.Stefani has enjoyed a successful solo career in the pop industry, but is keen to get back to her rock roots and record with the DON’T SPEAK chart-toppers
Tarantino's Bond Grudge
Quentin Tarantino has attacked JAMES BOND movie bosses for stealing his idea to remake CASINO ROYALE, and not giving him the credit.The PULP FICTION director pitched the idea of making the movie with PIERCE BROSNAN as 007, but was told it wasn’t possible.Bond producers then replaced Brosnan with DANIEL CRAIG and made Casino Royale, directed
Cowell Tells Walsh To 'stop The Conspiracy Theories'
Talent show judge Simon Cowell is sick of former THE X FACTOR co-star LOUIS WALSH’s claims he had him axed from the hit show - insisting he fought to save the Irish music manager’s job.After Walsh and show host KATE THORNTON were dropped from the next series of The X Factor, Walsh accused Cowell -
Bernhard Slams 'greasy Stinky Cowell'
SANDRA BERNHARD has hit out at AMERICAN IDOL judge Simon Cowell describing him as a "greasy, stinky Englishman".The comedienne hates the way the show demeans wannabe pop stars, dubbing it "banal and horrible" - but she reserves most vitriol for Cowell.She says, "He’s just pathetic. He’s like a greasy, stinky Englishman. He’s disgusting."Movie & Entertainment
Miller Role Played With Pearce
British actress Sienna Miller has revealed how she perfected her role as EDIE SEDGWICK in FACTORY GIRL - she constantly stayed in character with co-star GUY PEARCE.The ALFIE star, who plays artist ANDY WARHOL’s muse in the film, claims she and Pearce got on brilliantly from the start.Miller, 25, says, "We really adored each other
Madonna Wants To Make Record With Stella Mccartney
MADONNA has offered to help fashion designer pal STELLA McCARTNEY make a record, if she ever decides to follow in her former BEATLE father’s footsteps.McCartney helped the pop Queen with her new range of clothes for high street store H&M - and Madonna wants to return the favour.She says, "I asked her for fashion advice
Madonna Wants President Gore
Pop superstar MADONNA is urging AL GORE to change his mind and run for US President next year (08), insisting she’d lend him her support.Gore, who lost out to GEORGE W. BUSH in 2000, has stated he has no plans to campaign for the White House in 2008.But Madonna was so impressed with his Oscar-winning
Mills: 'i Bet My Leg Will Stay On
DANCING WITH THE STARS foxtrotter Heather Mills is so confident her prosthetic leg won’t fly off while she’s competing on the show - she has bet money on it.The charity campaigner and estranged wife of SIR PAUL McCARTNEY is amused by websites offering bets on whether the leg will stay on or not, and has
Bernhard: 'britney's Parents Are To Blame'
BRITNEY SPEARS’ parents are to blame for her breakdown, because they pushed her into the limelight and failed to step in when she found herself in trouble, according to comedienne SANDRA BERNHARD.The controversial funnywoman has been a longtime critic of the pop princess, but claims she feels sorry for the former Mouseketeer’s recent plight.She says,
Winslet Abandons Britain Because Of Snooping Press
Hollywood star Kate Winslet and husband SAM MENDES have turned their backs on Britain for good - driven away by the country’s intrusive media.The couple and their children MIA, six, and JOE, three, now live full-time in New York - and insist they have no plans to return.Winslet explains, "You’d see them (photographers) hiding in
Tommy Lee Has Started Sucking Men's Toes, It Has Been Claimed.
The Motley Crue drummer - who has previously confessed he is so obsessed by feet he prowls shoe shops in the hope of catching a glimpse of womens’ toes – shocked onlookers at Seattle’s Feniz club when he abandoned a groupie’s toes in favour of his male bandmates.A source told the National Enquirer magazine: ‘Tommy
Halle Berry Is Desperate To Have Children.
The 40-year-old actress, who is dating 31-year-old model Gabriel Aubry, admits she is ready to have a baby and is thinking about trying soon.She said: ‘I definitely want children. Very much.’ Halle also insists she will be a strict mother and thinks the most important lesson any parent can teach their child is to realise
Tom Cruise Is Set To Star In A Film Based On The 1944 Attempt To Assassinate Nazi Leader Adolf Hitler.
The ‘Mission: Impossible’ actor was originally only going to produce the wartime thriller, but was convinced by director Bryan Singer to star in it as well.The film, which has yet to be given a title, focuses on the true story of a plot by German soldiers to kill the dictator. Tom’s production partner said in
Coldplay Have Hired Timbaland To Produce Their New Album.
The British band have asked the American hip-hop mogul to take the helm on their upcoming fourth LP and help them come up with a fresh sound.Timbaland is thrilled the group, fronted by Chris Martin have chosen him to be their producer and insists he cannot wait to get ‘into their heads’.He said: ‘I will
"family" Affair For Coolidge, Ruck At Abc (reuters)
Reuters - Jennifer Coolidge and Alan Ruck will star in ABC's comedy pilot "Family of the Year," which revolves around a 10-time winner of the coveted title in their dusty New Mexico home town. Coolidge, recently seen in "Click" and "For Your Consideration," will play the family's matriarch, a former beauty queen. "Spin City" alumnus Ruck will play her affable but not very bright husband.
Olmos Crosses Borders With "crystal Frontier" (reuters)
Reuters - Edward James Olmos is set to direct a bilingual drama that explores U.S.-Mexico border issues and the far-reaching effects of the two nations' foreign-policy decisions.
Ubach "playing Chicken" With Fox Pilot (reuters)
Reuters - "Legally Blonde" co-star Alanna Ubach has joined Fox's comedy pilot "Playing Chicken."
Notable Quotables
"Jennifer auditioned for my movie Grindhouse, and it didn't work out. But I love her." Quentin Tarantino turned down the chance to work with Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson.Fascinating Facts
Don Cheadle recently tore his Achilles heel in a basketball game with rappers Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube. Actor Emile Hirsch is in final talks to recreate 1960s Japanese cartoon hero Speed Racer in a new Hollywood movie to be directed by brothers Larry and Andy Wachowski.
Stern Hit With New Eviction Papers
LATEST: Anna Nicole SMITH’s longtime lawyer/companion HOWARD K. STERN is on the verge of losing the Bahamian home he shared with the tragic model after learning an eviction summons has been requested.Attorney GODFREY PINDER is requesting Nassau officials evict Stern from the Horizons house he has occupied since August (06).The Bahamian lawyer is acting on
Packer & Baxter To Wed Next Month
Model-turned-singer Erica Baxter is set to become Australian tycoon JAMES PACKER’s second wife when the couple wed in France next month (APR07).The news ends speculation that the pair planned to marry in London this summer (07).Packer and Baxter became engaged at Christmas (06).This will be Packer’s second marriage - his former wife was swimsuit model
Timberlake & Diaz Spark Reunion Rumours
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE and Cameron Diaz have fuelled reports their romance is back on after they were spotted spending quality time together in Los Angeles.The couple, who split in January (07), were spotted enjoying each other’s company at the Whisky Bar in the Sunset Marquis Hotel on 9 March (07).Later the same weekend, Diaz and Timberlake
Pitt & Jolie Donate $100,000 To Build Sudan Health Clinic
Brad Pitt and ANGELINA JOLIE have donated $100,000 (£55,000) to help build the first modern medical facility in Duk County, Sudan.The Duk Lost Boys Clinic will be run by Sudanese philanthropist JOHN DAU, who is featured in the documentary GOD GREW TIRED OF US, which Pitt produced.The Hollywood couple agreed to help Dau fund the
Mccartney's New Woman
SIR Paul McCartney is reportedly romancing heiress SABRINA GUINNESS, a former girlfriend of British royal PRINCE CHARLES and fellow rocker SIR MICK JAGGER.McCartney - single since his split from HEATHER MILLS last year - and 52-year-old Guinness were spotted meeting in secret in London on Wednesday night (21MAR07).The former BEATLE, 64, picked up Guinness at
Stones Announce 20 Date European Tour
Veteran rockers THE ROLLING STONES will embark on a 20-date European tour this summer (07), with 63-year-old front SIR Mick Jagger boasting "I never get tired".Just months after completing their marathon A Bigger Bang tour, the band are gearing up for another summer on the road.The tour will include landmark performances at the Isle of
Daltrey Recovers
LATEST: THE WHO rocker Roger Daltrey has made a full recovery from a serious viral infection, in time to finish the band’s tour of North America.Daltrey walked off stage during the first song in Tampa, Florida last week (13MAR07) suffering suspected bronchitis.It later emerged he was suffering a viral infection and dehydration and was put
Clapton Recruits Stars To Crossroads Benefit
Eric Clapton has recruited a clutch of his guitar great pals to perform at his second Crossroads Guitar Festival this summer (07).B.B. KING, ROBERT CRAY, ALBERT LEE, JOHN MAYER and JEFF BECK will join SHERYL CROW and country stars VINCE GILL and WILLIE NELSON at the benefit show in Chicago, Illinois.Clapton’s first Crossroads event, staged
Ottawa Extra Special For Lavigne
Performing onstage at the Corel Centre in Ottawa, Canada is always extra special for Avril Lavigne - because that’s where she first realised she wanted to become a pop star.The COMPLICATED singer entered a singing contest when she was just 14 and won the chance to perform with SHANIA TWAIN at the venue.The night was
Cheadle's Saxophone Lessons Help Him Master Miles Davis
Movie star DON CHEADLE’s saxophone-playing past is giving the actor an edge as he prepares to play jazz great Miles Davis on the big screen.The HOTEL RWANDA star is taking trumpet lessons in a bid to master Davis’ signature instrument - and he admits a little sax appeal is helping him tremendously.He explains, "I play
Imbruglia Set For Acting Role
TORN singer Natalie Imbruglia is returning to her acting roots to star in an eerie new movie in her native Australia.The newly-married actress will play a woman haunted by the disappearance of her sister in ELISE - three years after she initially agreed to take the role.Director JAMES BOGLE admits he’s been trying to make
Cruz Conquers Chile
Spanish movie star Penelope Cruz wowed spectators last week (begs11MAR07) when she landed in Santiago, Chile for an exclusive meeting with Chilean President MICHELLE BACHELET.The VOLVER actress was given a warm welcome in the South American country by government dignitaries before expressing her excitement about an upcoming project with director WOODY ALLEN.Cruz, who begins shooting
Longoria Tops Lovely Legs List
DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES star EVA LONGORIA’s legs have helped her to the top of a new magazine poll - ahead of MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY and Paris Hilton The sexy actress has been named the owner of Hollywood’s Sexiest Legs as part of a new Life & Style magazine list.The former aerobics instructor is well aware she’s got lovely
Simpson Buys Her Dad His Dream Ferrari
Jessica Simpson has thanked her manager/dad for his ongoing career help by handing him the keys to his dream Ferrari.JOE SIMPSON has had his eye on the black $300,000 (£157,000) sportscar for some time but couldn’t justify spending cash on the expensive toy.So, his daughter bought it for him, according to insiders.A source tells In
Mills Glad Her Lost Leg Couldn't Be Re-attached
Celebrity amputee Heather Mills is grateful her leg was completely ripped off in a horrific motorcycle accident - because there was no chance the limb could be re-attached.The former model and estranged wife of SIR PAUL McCARTNEY lost her leg in 1993 and now uses different prosthetics for all manner of activities.And, after seeing how
Electra Beats The Boys
Hollywood star Carmen Electra knows how to protect herself from womanising suitors - she literally crushes them into submission.The star, who split from rocker DAVE NAVARRO in July last year (06), claims as a teen she used to beat up the boys she liked rather then expose her true feelings.Electra - now rumoured to be
Russell Crowe To Make Directorial Debut (afp)
AFP - Actor Russell Crowe is to make his directorial debut with a film about an underground surfing community in Australia, it was reported on Thursday.
It Ain't Finger-lickin' Good
Filed under: Music, Life Style TMZ has learned Jennifer Hudson was drop-kicked by Starbucks after her agent made some crazy demands over a performance -- but Jennifer could be the victim.Sources say Hudson was slated to perform yesterday at the Starbucks annual shareholders...
Prosecution Over Paris' Stolen Stuff
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton The Los Angeles City Attorney has just filed criminal charges against a T.S.A. employee at Los Angeles International Airport, alleging that he took a high-priced watch out of Paris Hilton luggage.It happened last year with a baggage screener at...
Wahlberg Stole The Same Car 15 Times
Mark Wahlberg was such a cocky thief in his youth he once stole the same car 15 times.The PLANET OF THE APES star and his pals used to cruise around Massachusetts in the same stolen Monte Carlo - because it was so easy to steal.He reveals, "We’d pop the tilt steering and he (owner) never
Union Dating High School Sweetheart
Sexy star Gabrielle Union has reportedly reunited with her childhood sweetheart - US basketball star JASON KIDD.The couple met up recently at an Atlantic City, New Jersey casino and reminisced about their high school days, when they dated.Kidd broke the actress’ heart when he dumped her.Union says, "I started crying, because I was going to
Stars Sign Up For Racing Show
Pop star JEWEL, GEORGE CLOONEY’s ex Krista Allen and WILLIAM SHATNER are getting behind the wheel for a new celebrity racing show to debut in America this summer (07).The trio are among 12 stars hoping to prove they have a need for speed in reality show FAST CARS & SUPERSTARS.The celebrities teamed up with NASCAR
Roberts' Niece Set For Drew 2
JULIA ROBERTS’ actress niece Emma Roberts has so impressed the producers of the new NANCY DREW mystery movie, they’ve already committed to a sequel, in which she’ll also star.The new family adventure film, in which Roberts will play the famous literary sleuth, won’t hit cinemas until this summer (JUN07), but the teenage actress is already
Sick Cheadle Misses Bono Concert Tribute
A stomach complaint cost HOTEL RWANDA star Don Cheadle one of his proudest moments - when he had to leave a U2 concert early.Rocker BONO invited the actor to a show in Los Angeles last year (06) and arranged to chat with him about global issues before the concert.But the actor was so ill he
Tennessee Officials Split Over Timberlake Honour
Justin Timberlake has split the Tennessee Legislature over a plan to officially honour Memphis’ favourite son.State Senator OPHELIA FORD has introduced a resolution to pay tribute to the pop star for his "highly successful music career and for his meritorious service to the state of Tennessee".But her plans look set to be scuppered because many
Crowe To Direct Surfing Movie
Russell Crowe will make his movie directorial debut with a fact-based surfing drama, called BRA BOYS.The film focuses on the three brothers who founded Australia’s underground surfing movement in the Sydney suburbs.Crowe, who also narrated a documentary about the ABBERTON brothers, will team up with top producer and surfing fan BRIAN GRAZER to make the
Spears Granted Uk Court Injunction
Singer Britney Spears has been granted a British court order preventing the UK press from printing allegations about her recent stay at a rehab clinic in Malibu, California.Lawyers acting for the troubled TOXIC star at the High Court in London today (22MAR07) also applied for an additional order that would force British publications to reveal
The Material Girl Would Back Gore For 2008 Us Race (afp)
AFP - Pop superstar Madonna would throw her support behind Al Gore if he decided to run for US president in 2008.
Anna Nicole Autopsy Results To Be Released Monday (reuters)
Reuters - The long-awaited results of an autopsy on former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith will be made public on Monday, possibly ending the mystery of her sudden death, a Florida medical examiner's official said on Thursday.
Cheadle Says He's Never Been Busier (reuters)
Reuters - Don Cheadle says he's never been busier, playing a sleek yuppie in his latest movie "Reign Over Me," which opens this week, and with a list of other projects in the works.
Rainn Wilson Lives The Dream On Film, Tv (ap)
AP - His work as a mortician's apprentice got him noticed. His turn as eccentric paper salesman Dwight Schrute made him famous. Now producers can't seem to get enough of actor Rainn Wilson A star of NBC's Emmy-winning comedy "The Office," and an alumnus of HBO's hit drama "Six Feet Under," Wilson is being offered roles for the first time in his 14-year career. And whenever "The Office" goes on hiatus, he takes them.
Smith's Autopsy To Be Released Monday (ap)
AP - Anna Nicole Smith's autopsy report will be released Monday, more than six weeks after the former Playboy Playmate died, authorities said Thursday. The medical examiner for Broward County, Dr. Joshua Perper, and Seminole Police Chief Charlie Tiger said they will hold a joint news conference to discuss the cause of death.
Dina Lohan: Don't Call Me A 'party Mom' (ap)
AP - Dina Lohan says her daughter Lindsay isn't an alcoholic and that people are wrong to assume that she's a club-hopping "party mom." "Oh, the party mom, the party mom, the party mom!" Lohan says. "Whoever said that, my ex-husband or whatever, I'm not the party mom!"
British Court Bans Spears Rehab Leaks (ap)
AP - Lawyers for Britney Spears won a British court injunction Thursday designed to prevent publication of stories about her recent stay in rehab. The injunction bars unidentified "person or persons ... who has/have been leaking information about Ms. Spears' time in a rehabilitation clinic from further disclosures invading her privacy," said Schillings, the 25-year-old pop star's London law firm.
Fla. Judge Issues Warrant For Foxy Brown (ap)
AP - An arrest warrant was issued for rapper Foxy Brown on Thursday after she failed to appear in court on charges stemming from a scuffle in a beauty supply store.
Calvin Harris Trashes Bloc Party
Pop newcomer Calvin Harris has slammed British rockers Bloc Party for being "rubbish" and "boring the s**t out" of fans. Harris - who is working on Kylie Minogue forthcoming album - is disillusioned with the current state of the music industry and is fed up with artists taking themselves too seriously.
Timbaland Plans To Work With Coldplay
Timbaland is planning to give British rockers Coldplay an urban twist when he produces songs for their upcoming album. The beatmaker - real name Timothy Mosley - is the brains behind Nelly Furtado's hit "Maneater" and Justin Timberlake "Sexyback".Charlotte Church Rethinks Wedding Venue
Welsh singer Charlotte Church has been forced to rethink the location of her upcoming wedding to rugby star Gavin Henson, after police warned their choice of venue is a top spot for having sex in public.Britney Spears Granted Uk Court Injunction
Singer Britney Spears has been granted a British court order preventing the UK press from printing allegations about her recent stay at a rehab clinic in Malibu, California. Lawyers acting for the troubled Toxic star at the High Court in London today also applied for an additional order that would force British publications to reveal the sources of stories that detailed Spears' stay at the Promises clinic.
Hudson To Play Billie Holiday In 'lady Sings The Blues' Revamp?
Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson is the favorite to bring jazz and blues legend Billie Holiday back to life on the big screen - and it's all thanks to New York columnist Liz Smith. The gossip queen suggested the Dreamgirls star would be the perfect choice to play Holiday in a potential remake of the original 1972 Diana Ross-starring biopic Lady Sings The Blues.Tennessee Officials Split Over Justin Timberlake Honor
Justin Timberlake has split the Tennessee Legislature over a plan to officially honor Memphis' favorite son. State Senator Ophelia Ford has introduced a resolution to pay tribute to the pop star for his "highly successful music career and for his meritorious service to the state of Tennessee".
Hilary Duff To Play Tourist In True-life Freedom Tale
Teen pop icon Hilary Duff is set to test her accent skills after signing on to play a New Zealand tourist in a new movie. The So Yesterday singer has been picked to star in The Emancipation Of Jonny opposite rising young actor Liam Aiken.Jennifer Hudson Insists She's No Boozer
Jennifer Hudson has hit back at reports she was spotted drinking heavily with singer pal Fantasia Barrino - because she's tee-total. The New York Post claimed the two former American Idol stars were intoxicated as they left a club in Hudson's native Chicago, Illinois, but the Oscar winner insists that isn't possible.
Julia Roberts' Niece Set For Nancy Drew 2
Julia Roberts actress niece Emma Roberts has so impressed the producers of the new Nancy Drew mystery movie, they've already committed to a sequel, in which she'll also star. The new family adventure film, in which Roberts will play the famous literary sleuth, won't hit cinemas until this summer, but the teenage actress is already slated for another Drew film.Dallas Star Serves Three Days In Jail
Shamed former Dallas star Ken Kercheval has quietly served a three-day sentence in jail in Indiana after being caught drunk-driving last September. The actor, who played Cliff Barnes in the 1980s soap, was pulled over for driving at night without his lights on.
Mtv's New Thursday Block To Premiere April 5
-Sketch Comedy Goes Haywire As MTV & Nick Cannon Team Up On Dynamic New Series Nick Cannon Presents: Short Circuitz" MTV has again teamed up with comedic mastermind Nick Cannon for a new project, Nick Cannon Presents: Short Circuitz.
Anna Nicole Autopsy To Be Released On Monday
Anna Nicole Smith's autopsy report will be released Monday, more than six weeks after the former Playboy Playmate died, authorities said today.
Foxy Brown A Wanted Woman!!!
Filed under: Celebrity Justice TMZ has learned there's a warrant out for the arrest of Foxy Brown Brown failed to appear in Broward County court today on battery charges -- the result of a big hoo-hah at a Florida beauty supply shop. Brown was applying beauty products in the...
Lily Tomlin Speaks On "i Heart F**kabees" Meltdown
Filed under: Wacky and Weird Lily Tomlin is now joking about her now infamous four-letter-word-filled exchange with director David O. Russell on the set of "I Heart Huckabees." Video of the supercharged meltdown has been making the viral rounds on YouTube. At least it isn't a...
Kid Rock Files Suit Against Assault Accuser
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Music Kid Rock has struck back against a woman who claimed he threw her into a snowbank -- with a lawsuit.TMZ obtained the lawsuit filed by Rock's attorneys against Kelly Ann Kozlowski, the woman who last week accused Kid of assaulting her. The musician...
Is Naomi Having A Hot Time Doing Hard Time?
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Naomi Campbell is almost -- so close -- to being done with her community service, and it looks like there might be sparks -- not BlackBerrys -- flying.For the second day in a row, Campbell emerged from a day of scrubbing and scouring, again with a...
Anna's Diaries Sell For More Than Half A Mil
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith Attention Howard K. Stern: Anna Nicole Smith's most private possessions are a frickin' gold mine. TMZ has learned that in an eBay auction, a businessman from Hamburg, Germany just dropped $512,500 on two handwritten diaries, penned by Anna Nicole ..
Simon Is Not Nigel's Bitch
Filed under: American Idol Simon Cowell does not get his best lines from Executive Producer Nigel Lythgoe.Star magazine reported in its current issue that Lythgoe "watches the rehearsals and writes notes on who Simon should make snarky remarks about."TMZ spoke with Nigel...
Dahl To Pen Tell-all Food Memoir
British model Sophie Dahl has agreed to pen a tell-all memoir about her problems with food.Dahl, whose weight dropped from a British size 16 to an 8, has signed a deal with publisher HarperCollins to write the book.A HarperCollins spokesman says, "This is going to be an intimate food memoir.It will be a very personal
Travolta Under Scientology 'gag Order'
John Travolta has reportedly promised not to mention his Scientology religion when he appears on a German TV chat show later this month (MAR07).The GREASE star is to make an appearance on WETTEN, DASS…? on 31 March, but local politicians are worried he’ll use the interview to promote his religion as a new Scientology centre
Lohan's Mother: 'britney Should Have Been Better Taken Care Of'
LINDSAY LOHAN’s mother DINA has chastised LYNNE SPEARS for not speaking out in defence of her troubled daughter Britney Spears Spears recently left the Promises rehabilitation centre in California after completing a 30-day program to fight substance abuse.But Dina Lohan believes the TOXIC singer’s mother should have stood up for her daughter earlier against the scathing
Electra: 'i Was Shy Before Playboy'
Actress Carmen Electra overcame her shyness by posing nude for Playboy magazine.The former BAYWATCH star was insecure about her figure before stripping off for HUGH HEFNER’s publication in the 1990s - and admits the experience equipped her with body bravado.She says, "I was painfully, painfully shy, so when I got offered to do Playboy I
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