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Peter Tork Says The Monkees Deserve To Be In The Rock Hall Of Fame
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:31:45 | Rate news: +0
The Monkees star Peter Tork has blasted music mogul Jann Wenner for keeping the Daydream Believer hitmakers out of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.


Dolly Parton To Reteam With Porter Wagoner For Tribute Show
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:30:19 | Rate news: +0
Country legend Porter Wagoner is to reteam with Dolly Parton the busty blonde he discovered, to celebrate his 50 years in the music business. Parton and Patty Loveless and others will pay tribute to Wagoner at Nashville, Tennessee's Grand Ole Opry on May 19.


Levine Ditches Drugs For Yoga
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:09:35 | Rate news: +0
MAROON 5 frontman Adam Levine has swapped drink and drugs for yoga.Instead of a traditional aftershow binge, the singer relaxes backstage using the Hindu meditation techniques.Levine - who one enjoyed a wild life of partying and narcotic experimentation - says of a recent gig, "The band went out but I went back to my hotel

Bez Weds On Tv
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:08:07 | Rate news: +0
HAPPY MONDAYS dancer BEZ will star in a real-life TV show documenting his upcoming marriage to singer Monica Wood.The English star - and 2005 Celebrity Big Brother winner - will be filmed preparing for the forthcoming nuptials, despite his fiancee’s protestations.Wood says, "I’m not really into TV cameras."Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment

Bailey Rae Misses Out On Franklin Musical
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:07:25 | Rate news: +0
British singer Corinne Bailey RAE almost landed the lead role in ARETHA FRANKLIN’s upcoming biographical musical, but her screen test failed to impress the icon.The soul superstar originally wanted Bailey Rae to play her in the new stage show after seeing snaps of the singer, but sadly her television persona proved a let-down.Franklin says, "I

Celebrity Lawyer Hammers Hasselhoff Over New Attack
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:06:02 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: DAVID HASSELHOFF’s ex-wife has called the actor’s latest public attack on her part of an "all-out hate fest".The Baywatch creator sent a damning statement to US media outlets yesterday (04May07) accusing his former wife, Pamela Bach of making assault allegations against him as nothing more than a publicity stunt.Angry about a TV interview, during

Fonda Pays Tribute To Larry King
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:05:17 | Rate news: +0
Movie star JANE FONDA kicked off a televised tribute to CNN anchorman Larry King by turning up in person to honour her pal.Wearing a white suit, the actress stunned the broadcaster during a special show to honour his 50 years in the business, which aired in America last night (04May07).She said, "Hey Larry, I thought

Rodriguez Upset About Lesbian Magazine Cover Shot
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:04:37 | Rate news: +0
Former LOST star Michelle Rodriguez has lashed out at the editors of lesbian magazine Curve after they made her their cover girl without her permission.The actress has refused to confirm or deny ongoing reports she’s gay and she insists the magazine’s attempts to ‘out’ her are not welcome.In a posting on her website, Rodriguez, 28,

Chinatown Star Jenson Dead At 80
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:03:55 | Rate news: +0
CHINATOWN star ROY JENSON has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 80.The former American football star made his name as a Hollywood stuntman before stepping in front of the camera as an actor.He played a series of villains, including Roman Polanski’s sidekick in cult Jack Nicholson film Chinatown.Canadian Jenson also appeared in

Pitt Demands Bottom Double
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:02:34 | Rate news: +0
Hollywood star Brad Pitt is refusing to reveal his bare bottom in his latest movie role, insisting producers find a double to replace his rear.The hunky actor - who is filming nude scenes for the Curious Case of Benjamin Button - showed off his naked behind in 2004 blockbuster Troy, but is reportedly refusing the

Mccartney Eyes Sexy Opera Star
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:01:54 | Rate news: +0
Single pop legend SIR Paul McCartney sparked rumours of a romance with sexy opera star Natasha Marsh at the Classical Brit Awards this week - after confiding in friends he found her "very sexy".The former Beatle was spotted admiring the soprano - who bears a likeness to his estranged wife Heather Mills - at the

Richards Writes Autobiography
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:01:11 | Rate news: +0
THE ROLLING STONES rocker Keith Richards is writing an autobiography about his time in the band and his turbulent relationships with drugs and alcohol.The guitarist, 63 - who once claimed to have snorted a combination of cocaine and his father’s ashes - will reveal all about his wild life in the frank memoirs.A source says,

Queen To Party With Birkhead & Federline
Sat, 05 May 2007 20:00:31 | Rate news: +0
THE QUEEN will join overnight sensations Kevin Federline and LARRY BIRKHEAD at the Kentucky Derby weekend (05-06May07).The famous ex-lovers will be among the diverse crowd at the 133-year-old horse race.Britney Spears’ ex admits he was thrilled to be invited to last night’s glitzy Barnstable Brown Party, which traditionally opens the famous sports event, and can’t

Baldwin- Basinger Visitation Dispute Back In Court (reuters)
Sat, 05 May 2007 16:25:46 | Rate news: +1
Reuters - The protracted custody battle between divorced Hollywood stars Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger returned to court on Friday, two weeks after his child visitation rights were suspended over a ranting phone message to their daughter.

A Fine Frenzy To Release 'one Cell In The Sea' July 17; Listen To The First Single
Sat, 05 May 2007 16:21:09 | Rate news: +1
A Fine Frenzy is the music of 22-year old Alison Sudol, a young woman whose musical skills, creative spirit, and beguiling good looks bring to mind a youthful Tori Amos Inspired by bands such as Aqualung, Radiohead and Coldplay, Allison developed the sound of A Fine Frenzy - hypnotic piano arrangements under classical American melody fused into irresistible, atmospheric songs.


Kid Rock Battled Anna Nicole
Sat, 05 May 2007 16:02:30 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Let's Get This Party Started Kid Rock makes enemies everywhere he goes--including Anna Nicole At last year's Kentucky Derby the jock rock cowboy went toe to toe with Anna Nicole because she was making a scene while filming a TV show. The Rock told Maxim magazine: "I had my son...

Paris Hilton To Spend 45 Days Behind Bars!
Sat, 05 May 2007 12:04:16 | Rate news: +0
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge sentenced socialite Paris Hilton to 45 days in jail on May 4, for violating her probation.Hilton was put on probation after an alcohol related reckless driving offence earlier this year.Judge Michael Sauer strictly cast off Hilton's defence that she was...

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Hottest Videos -- Week Of 04/29
Sat, 05 May 2007 12:03:09 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebs Caught on Tape A wigged-out Britney Spears is back -- and doing what she does best -- lip-synching and shaking her ass. Spears performed a mini-concert at the House of Blues in L.A. on Friday, the only problem -- her show lasted all of 11...

The Z List - This Week's Biggest Losers 05/05/07
Sat, 05 May 2007 12:02:26 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: The Z List News of a Toastee Toof sex tape this week caused about as much excitement as the notion of "Flavor of Love 3." So instead, we prefer to hit rewind on some of the folks who embarrassed themselves with their clothes on. Paris Hilton: Somewhere, deep...

Tork: `the Monkees Deserve To Be In The Hall Of Fame'
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:10:08 | Rate news: +0
THE MONKEES star PETER TORK has blasted music mogul Jann Wenner for keeping the Daydream Believer hitmakers out of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.Tork claims the respected Rolling Stone magazine editor and publisher has the power to veto acts that merit induction into the Cleveland musical museum - and he hates The Monkees.Bitter

Parton To Reteam With Wagoner For Tribute Show
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:09:23 | Rate news: +0
Country legend PORTER WAGONER is to reteam with Dolly Parton the busty blonde he discovered, to celebrate his 50 years in the music business.Parton and Patty Loveless and others will pay tribute to Wagoner at Nashville, Tennessee’s Grand Ole Opry on 19 May (07).The tribute show will also feature the launch of a signature new

Vince Neil Under Attack From Florida Nurses
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:08:45 | Rate news: +0
MOTLEY CRUE frontman Vince Neil has upset hospital staff in Florida by announcing he plans to dress busty waitresses at his new theme bar in sexy nurses outfits.The rocker felt the gimmick would give his new Palm Beach pad, Dr. Feelgood’s Rock Bar, a boost - but real nurses are offended by the idea.According to

Ex-wife Reveals Zevon Died An Alcoholic Druggie
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:06:50 | Rate news: +0
Late rocker WARREN ZEVON’s ex-wife has revealed the Werewolves of London hitmaker had returned to his heavy-drinking, drug-taking ways before his death in 2003 in a new memoir.Crystal Zevon, who was married to The Rock star from 1974 to 1979, admits her late husband’s death was tough on the family because he turned his back

Deborah Gibson Hits Musical Premieres In Florida Tonight
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:06:12 | Rate news: +0
Eighties teen-pop sensation DEBORAH GIBSON’s hits have been turned into the soundtrack of a new stage musical.The Shake Your Love singer has joined the likes of Billy Joel, ABBA and Frankie Valli in having a stage spectacular written around her songs.Electric Youth, which is also the title of Gibson’s smash-hit 1989 album, will premiere in

Hasselhoff Hits Back At Wife's Assault Claims
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:05:31 | Rate news: +0
David Hasselhoff has hit back at reports he assaulted his ex-wife in drunken rages, claiming her latest attack on him is little more than a desperate attempt for publicity.In a recent interview with US TV show Access Hollywood, Hasselhoff’s ex, Pamela Bach, fought back tears as she revealed the actor’s alcoholism ruined their marriage and

Basinger Celebrating Custody Battle Win
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:04:51 | Rate news: +3
Kim Basinger is celebrating after reportedly winning the latest fight in her custody battle with ex-husband ALEC BALDWIN.The actress was in court in Los Angeles yesterday (04May07) for a hearing into the couple’s custody spat over daughter Ireland, brought about by the leak of an angry answer machine message, during which a raging Baldwin called

Cross Pregnant For Desperate Housewives Return
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:04:14 | Rate news: +0
MARCIA CROSS’ recent pregnancy will feature in the finale of the current season of Desperate Housewives afterall, even though she and show creator Marc Cherry went to great lengths to hide the fact she was with child.Cross hid her bulging belly behind cushions, chairs and tables during the early months of her pregnancy, but had

Schneider Makes One More Charity Ride In The General Lee
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:03:46 | Rate news: +0
THE DUKES OF HAZZARD star John Schneider will take his beloved `General Lee’ car out for one last charity spin before handing the keys over to a collector who paid $9.9 million (GBP4.95 million) for the classic TV motor at auction.The actor has promised one young pal the chance to become the last person to

Hunter To Play Lesbian In New Cooking Romance
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:02:26 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Rachel Hunter is looking to relaunch her acting career as a sexy lesbian.The former wife of rocker Rod Stewart, who has appeared in movies like Rock Star and The Benchwarmers, is taking on her biggest role to date in a steamy new film, called La Cucina.Joaquim de Almeida and Leisha Hailey star in the

Paris Hilton Is Going To Jail
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:01:47 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: A Los Angeles judge stunned Hollywood minutes ago (04May07) after sentencing Paris Hilton to jail for 45 days.The heiress fought back tears as the sentence was handed down to her at Los Angeles County Superior Court after she was found guilty of violating her probation on an alcohol-related reckless driving charge.Before the hearing, Hilton,

Huffman Defends Lohan
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:01:08 | Rate news: +0
DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES star Felicity Huffman has jumped to LINDSAY LOHAN’s defence insisting the young actress was a delight to work with on the set of Georgia Rule.Huffman plays the 20-year-old actress’ alcoholic mother in the film, which also features Jane Fonda, and she has nothing but praise for the Mean Girls star.This comes after a

Barrymore Studies Kenyan Kids In New Documentary
Sat, 05 May 2007 08:00:28 | Rate news: +0
Drew Barrymore is playing documentary filmmaker again after shooting a new movie about African schoolchildren in Kenya.The actress, who made a film guide to voting in America for teenagers and young people three years ago (04), recently took off to Africa with a film crew - to capture footage of Kenya’s kids.She says, "We go

Quiet Ordered For Baldwin-basinger Feud (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:35:39 | Rate news: +0
AP - A bitter custody feud that saw Alec Baldwin lash out at his 11-year-old daughter in a leaked voicemail got quiet Friday when a court commissioner ordered lawyers not to talk about the case and closed a hearing to the public moments after it began.

Monroe Heirs Lose Fight Over Photos (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:35:12 | Rate news: +0
AP - The children of a photographer who took famous pictures of Marilyn Monroe did not violate the star's rights by selling pictures without her heirs' consent, a federal judge has ruled.

Mcgraw & Hill Expand Partnership With Jeep (reuters)
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:34:44 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - Tim McGraw's first car was a Jeep. Years later, when McGraw and Faith Hill decided they wanted to take their relationship to the next level, a red 1976 CJ6 Jeep provided the wheels for the date.

The Party's Over As Paris Hilton Is Jailed For 45 Days (afp)
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:33:04 | Rate news: +0
AFP - The endless party that is Paris Hilton's lifestyle was gatecrashed by the long arm of the law on Friday as the socialite was sentenced to 45 days in prison for a parole violation.

Paris Hilton Going To Jail For 45 Days (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:32:36 | Rate news: +0
AP - A judge sentenced Paris Hilton to 45 days in county jail Friday for violating her probation, putting the brakes on the hotel heiress' famous high life.

R. Kelly's 'double Up' In Stores May 29; Virginia Tech 'rise Up' Tribute Available May 15
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:31:12 | Rate news: +0
As the undisputed king of R&B, R. Kelly never seems to be far from the current soul scene. Be it collaborating with his homeboy Snoop ("That's That") or trading verses with Ciara ("Promise Remix"), this Chicago soul man has displayed a consistent brilliance throughout his fifteen-year career.


Paul Mccartney On His New Album, 'memory Almost Full'; Due June 5
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:29:56 | Rate news: +0
I started this album, Memory Almost Full, before my last album Chaos And Creation In The Backyard (released September 2005). The first recording session was back in the autumn of 2003 at Abbey Road with my touring band and producer David Kahne.


Paris Hilton Set To Spend A Month And Half In Jail For Violating Probation
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:28:42 | Rate news: +0
After countless run-ins with the law, Paris Hilton will finally face the consequences of driving with a suspended license and for violating her probation. On Friday, a California judge sentenced the overrated star to 45 days in jail.

Paris is set to begin her lovely time behind bars starting on June 2 where she will probably mope and cry until she can no more. However, the heiress won't have to worry about men molesting her since she is being sent to a women's jail near Lynwood.

Hasselhoff Gives His Story
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:13:40 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Celebrity Feuds David Hasselhoff has issued the following statement to TMZ in the wake of the leaked videotape that showed him visibly intoxicated."More than a year ago, I made a difficult decision, for the sake of our children and myself, to file for divorce. To...

Paris' Fate Just Moments Away
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:13:02 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton TMZ has learned that the judge deciding Paris Hilton fate is currently in his chambers pondering the deeds of the embattled heiress. His decision on whether Hilton will go to jail for violating the terms of her probation (by driving with a...

Kim Basinger "very, Very Happy" With Custody Hearing
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:12:36 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Alec Baldwin The Alec Baldwin Kim Basinger hearing is over. Kim's Lawyer Neal Hersh says, "Kim is very, very happy with the judge's decision and fully supports it." Hersh would not elaborate. Baldwin's attorney did not return our call requesting ....

Paris Ordered To Serve 45 Days In Jail
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:12:09 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge has sentenced Paris Hilton to 45 days in L.A. County jail for violating her probation in a reckless driving case. Judge Michael T. Sauer handed down the harsh sentence, telling Paris she will not be allowed...

City Attorney On Paris: "no One Is Above The Law"
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:11:32 | Rate news: +0
A rep for Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo has released a statement to TMZ in support of the decision to sentence Paris Hilton to 45 days in jail."City Attorney Delgadillo believes today's ruling sends a clear message that in the City of...

Paris' Mom To Prosecutor: "this Is Pathetic!"
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:10:54 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton Moments after Paris Hilton was sentenced to serve 45 in the clink, TMZ learned that her mother, Kathy, rushed over to the lead prosecutor and lashed out, "I want your autograph. This is pathetic."In the same breath, as she walked out of the...

Paris' Day In Court
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:10:28 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton So just what did Paris look like in court today? Courtroom sketch artist extraordinaire Mona Edwards was there.Check out Miss Hilton on judgment day....

45 Days, Her Ass?!
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:10:02 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton Just because Paris Hilton was sentenced to 45 days in jail, it doesn't mean she'll do the time. Because of overcrowding and other issues, L.A. inmates often get sprung early. Former "Lost" star Michelle Rodriguez was sentenced to 60 days in the very...

Paris' Summer At The Prison Hilton
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:09:36 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton While her pals are hanging in Malibu or the Hamptons, Paris will be spending 45 fun-filled days and nights with 2200 of her closest female felons at Century Regional Detention Facility (CRDF). Reopened in March, 2006, CRDF is located in beautiful...

Jay-z Not Dead!
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:07:59 | Rate news: +0
Rap mogul JAY-Z has been caught up in a death scare following a plane crash in North Carolina this morning (04May07).Initial reports suggested Jay-Z was onboard the four-seater plane when it crashed near Asheville, but WENN can confirm the rapper was not involved in the tragedy.The story spread because Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, was

Love Reconsiders Cobain Auction
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:07:33 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Courtney Love is having second thoughts about plans to auction off her late husband KURT COBAIN’s keepsakes and clothing - because she’d prefer everything to go to just one buyer.In a posting on her website, MoonWashedRose.com, the former Hole rocker admits she no longer thinks a public auction is a good idea.She writes that

Thomas To Release Keepsake Movie About Life On The Road
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:04:56 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Rob Thomas is so impressed with the road movie director Gillian Grisman shot of his transition from matchbox twenty to a solo career, he’s releasing it as a new film.The independent filmmaker shot 350 hours of footage of Thomas over two years after the rocker gave her all access to his life as part

Eastwood Handed First Honorary Alumni Prize
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:04:19 | Rate news: +0
Clint Eastwood is to be honoured with the University of Southern California’s (USC) first Honorary Alumni Award.The movie mogul will pick up his new accolade next week (11May07) on the same day he collects his honorary doctorate from the top college.Dean Elizabeth M. Daly says, "His work on both sides of the camera exemplifies the

De La Hoya Set For Dancing Show?
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:02:59 | Rate news: +1
Boxer OSCAR DE LA HOYA is set to turn his boxing quickstep into dance moves after signing on to star in the next season of US TV show DANCING WITH THE STARS.After watching fellow boxers Evander Holyfield and Laila Ali tackle foxtrots and tangos on the TV contest, De La Hoya wants to show off

Longoria Gives Up Sex For Basketball Championship?
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:02:21 | Rate news: +0
Actress Eva Longoria has jokingly revealed she has sworn off sex until her wedding night in July (07) - to help fiance Tony Parker’s basketball team win a championship.The sexy Latina told chat show host Jimmy Kimmel last night (03May07) she and Parker have agreed on a "no-sex" policy while the French star’s San Antonio

Hilton Faces Jail Time Today
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:01:43 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Paris Hilton will find out later today (04May07) if she’s heading to jail.The heiress is set to appear at a hearing in Los Angeles this afternoon.She’s accused of violating her probation on an alcohol-related reckless driving charge.In February (07), Hilton was pulled over by cops who discovered she was driving with a suspended license.Her

Witherspoon To Revisit High School Murder
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:01:06 | Rate news: +0
Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon is set to tackle one of the worst moments in British Columbia’s history by making a new movie about the 1997 murder of high school student Reena Virk.The actress has bought the rights to Under The Bridge, Rebecca Godfrey’s book about the murder, and is developing a film through her Type

Hopkins To Be Honoured In Seattle
Sat, 05 May 2007 04:00:28 | Rate news: +0
SIR Anthony Hopkins has been named the recipient of this year’s (07) Lifetime Achievement Award at Seattle Film Festival in Washington.The Welsh-born Silence of The Lambs star, who is now a US citizen, will be presented with his new honour at Seattle’s Egyptian Theater on 30 May (07).Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment

Marilyn Keeps Smiling For The Camera (e! Online)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:55:47 | Rate news: +0
E! Online - Marilyn Monroe may be long dead, but her life in pictures will continue.

Hasselhoff: I Need Exorcist In Wake Of Video Leak (e! Online)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:54:06 | Rate news: +0
E! Online - David Hasselhoff's longtime struggle with alcoholism has apparently been a family affair.  

Baldwin-basinger Visitation Dispute Back In Court (reuters)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:53:39 | Rate news: +0
Reuters - The protracted custody battle between divorced Hollywood stars Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger returned to court on Friday, two weeks after his child visitation rights were suspended over a ranting phone message to their daughter.

Child Oscar Winner Paquin Relishes "ballsy" Role (reuters)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:53:11 | Rate news: +1
Reuters - Oscar-winning child star Anna Paquin is remembered by many as the prim little girl in "The Piano," but these days she's all grown up and enjoys playing a character who punches a guy.

Hoff The Wagon: 'baywatch' Star In Embarrassing 'drunk' Video (afp)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:51:27 | Rate news: +0
AFP - "Baywatch" television star David Hasselhoff has admitted to relapsing in his battle with the bottle after being filmed apparently drunk and half naked while trying to eat a burger.

Jessica Biel Wants Respect As An Actress (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:49:36 | Rate news: +0
AP - Jessica Biel says she still struggles to get respect in Hollywood. "Parts that I really want aren't going to me," the 25-year-old actress says in Elle magazine's June issue, on newsstands Tuesday.

Queen Tours English Site Where America Was Born (afp)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:49:09 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Queen Elizabeth II on Friday lauded the "deep and enduring" ties that bind Britain and the United States, as she toured the New World's first permanent English settlement 400 years after it was established by a band of ill-prepared men and boys.

Celebs Haunted By Multimedia Gaffes (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:48:00 | Rate news: +0
AP - It's hard out there for a celebrity. Just ask Alec Baldwin and David Hasselhoff, two more examples of famous guys caught doing really, really embarrassing things.

Basinger In Court For Custody Hearing (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:47:21 | Rate news: +0
AP - Kim Basinger went to court Friday as part of a bitter child custody dispute with ex-husband Alec Baldwin that saw him lash out at his 11-year-old daughter last month on a leaked voicemail.

Streisand A Lightning Sell-out On Return To Britain (afp)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:46:54 | Rate news: +0
AFP - Tickets for US songstress Barbra Streisand's first British concert in 13 years sold out in 20 minutes Friday, despite their whopping price tag.

Paris Hilton Arrives Late For Hearing (ap)
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:46:27 | Rate news: +0
AP - Paris Hilton arrived at court 10 minutes late Friday for a probation violation hearing at which a jail sentence was a possibility.

Take That Writes Soundtrack For 'stardust'
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:45:39 | Rate news: +0
Reformed British boy band Take That have signed a movie deal to write the soundtrack for Robert De Niro and Sienna Miller's new movie Stardust. The foursome reunited last year after a ten year break and have since reached the top of the UK singles and album charts.


Bjork Did Movie Role To Please Director
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:43:45 | Rate news: +0
Icelandic singer Bjork does not rate her performance in Dancer In The Dark despite winning an industry award for the role. Bjork admits she only took on the part to please director Lars von Trier because he had also given her the opportunity to write the soundtrack.


Oscar De La Hoya To Join 'dancing With The Stars?'
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:42:25 | Rate news: +0
Boxer Oscar De La Hoya is set to turn his boxing quickstep into dance moves and sign on to star in the next season of show Dancing With The Stars. After watching fellow boxers Evander Holyfield and Laila Ali tackle foxtrots and tangos on the TV contest, De La Hoya wants to show off his skills.


Eva Longoria Jokes About Sex Ban
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:41:43 | Rate news: +0
Eva Longoria has jokingly revealed she has sworn off sex until her wedding night in July - to help fiancé Tony Parker's basketball team win a championship. The sexy Latina told chat show host Jimmy Kimmel last night she and Parker have agreed on a "no-sex" policy while the French star's San Antonio Spurs are in the NBA Play-Offs in America.


Paris Hilton Could Face Prison Today
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:41:10 | Rate news: +0
Paris Hilton will find out later today if she's heading to jail. The heiress is set to appear at a hearing in Los Angeles this afternoon. She's accused of violating her probation on an alcohol-related reckless driving charge. In February, Hilton was pulled over by cops who discovered she was driving with a suspended license.


Reese Witherspoon To Revisit High School Murder In New Film
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:40:42 | Rate news: +0
Reese Witherspoon is set to tackle one of the worst moments in British Columbia's history by making a new movie about the 1997 murder of high school student Reena Virk. The actress has bought the rights to Under The Bridge, Rebecca Godfrey's book about the murder, and is developing a film through her Type A Films production company.


Clint Eastwood Handed Honorary Alumni Prize
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:40:08 | Rate news: +0
Clint Eastwood is to be honored with the University of Southern California's (USC) first Honorary Alumni Award. The movie mogul will pick up his new accolade next week on the same day he collects his honorary doctorate from the top college.


Jay-z Not On Plane That Crashed
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:38:45 | Rate news: +0
Rap mogul Jay-Z has been caught up in a death scare following a plane crash in North Carolina this morning. Initial reports suggested Jay-Z was onboard the four-seater plane when it crashed near Asheville, but WENN can confirm the rapper was not involved in the tragedy.


'dukes Of Hazzard' Car Sells For $9.9 Million
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:38:17 | Rate news: +0
Dukes Of Hazzard star John Schneider personal `General Lee' 1969 Dodge Charger has become the second biggest auction prize of all time. The famous orange car, which the actor drove in the Dukes of Hazzard TV series and in his latest film Collier & Co - Hot Pursuit, went under the hammer this morning on auction website eBay for a whopping $9.9 million.


Rob Thomas Turns Life Footage Into Feature Film
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:36:19 | Rate news: +0
Rocker Rob Thomas is so impressed with the road movie director Gillian Grisman shot of his transition from Matchbox Twenty to a solo career, he's releasing it as a new film.


Courtney Love Reconsiders Cobain Auction
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:35:07 | Rate news: +0
Courtney Love is having second thoughts about plans to auction off her late husband Kurt Cobain's keepsakes and clothing - because she'd prefer everything to go to just one buyer. In a posting on her website, MoonWashedRose.com, Love admits she no longer thinks a public auction is a good idea.


Gisele: Victoria's Secret -- Secrets Revealed?
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:17:53 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Beauty Rumors on the breakup between supermodel Gisele Bundchen and Victoria's Secret are getting more plump and juicy by the minute! According to the Brazilian media, among Gisele's long list of dealbreaking requests in contract talks were that she never...

Kate Moss Is Twisted
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:17:09 | Rate news: +0
Supermodel Kate Moss is a work of art -- literally.Moss is the subject of a bronze sculpture series, "Sphinx," by artist Marc Quinn, which features the waif wonder in somewhat provocative and contorted Yoga positions. Namaste, baby.The works are on...

Playboy's New Pmoy -- The Anti-anna Nicole?
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:16:31 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Anna Nicole Smith, Hot Bodies Did Hugh Hefner pick a total Anna Nicole Smith non-alike as his latest Playmate of the Year in order to avoid comparisons with the late -- and infamous -- Anna?Sara Jean Underwood was just crowned Playmate of the Year 2007, an honor bestowed on Anna...

"dukes Of Hazard" Car Sells For Almost $10 Million
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:16:04 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Auctions John Schneider personal General Lee, the 1969 Dodge Charger from the "Dukes of Hazzard," sold today on eBay for a shock-absorbing $9,900,500.00! Car-ching!The sale marks the second highest finish for an auto auction, the first being the $11 million...

Anne Hathaway's Guy Sued For $55 Mil By Billionaire
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:14:06 | Rate news: +1
Filed under: Celebrity Justice Raffish real-estate developer (and ultimate Zach Braff look-alike) Raffaelo Follieri is being sued by supermarket billionaire and friend-of-everyone Ron Burkle, for allegedly taking $55 million of Burkle's company's money and lavishing it on, as...

Paris Late For Very Important Date
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:13:25 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton UPDATE: Paris has arrived in court, 18 minutes late. We'll give you the blow by blow as it happens Paris Hilton has not exactly figured out how to win friends in high places. She's late for today's court appearance where a judge could revoke her...

Paris Sings In Court
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:12:59 | Rate news: +0
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Paris Hilton Paris Hilton is currently testifying on her own behalf before a judge who could throw her in jail for violating her probation.Hilton's voice is uncharacteristically somber and monotone as she explains why she drove twice on a suspended license after...

Flamenco Star Pantoja Arrested
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:10:27 | Rate news: +0
Spanish star Isabel Pantoja has been arrested in Malaga on suspicion of money-laundering and tax evasion.The flamenco singer was detained by police on Wednesday (02May07) in connection to a construction bribery investigation which has already put her ex-mayor boyfriend behind bars.Pantoja, 50, who denies any wrongdoing, appeared before an investigating judge in the resort town

Meat Loaf Reconciles With Steinman
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:09:47 | Rate news: +1
Meat Loaf has made peace with long term songwriting partner JIM STEINMAN after a bitter bust-up over the singer’s recent Bat Out Of Hell III album.The pair fell out because Steinman wasn’t involved in the album, despite it featuring a number of songs he had written. They then clashed in court over the use of

Mel C: 'no Spice Girls Reunion'
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:08:29 | Rate news: +0
LATEST: Singer MELANIE CHISHOLM has dismissed reports there will be a Spice Girls reunion concert.The star, formerly known as Mel C, denies there are on-going talks to reunite for a one-off Las Vegas-style show at Christmas (07).It was rumoured former bandmate Mel B jetted into London from Los Angeles especially for reunion discussions this week

Take That In Movie Deal
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:08:02 | Rate news: +0
Reformed British boy band TAKE THAT have signed a movie deal to write the soundtrack for Robert De NIRO and SIENNA MILLER’s new movie STARDUST.The foursome reunited last year (06) after a ten year break and have since reached the top of the UK singles and album charts.It will be the first time the group

Bjork Regrets Movie Role
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:07:23 | Rate news: +0
Icelandic singer BJORK does not rate her performance in DANCER IN THE DARK despite winning an industry award for the role.The It’s Oh So Quiet star admits she only took on the part to please director Lars von Trier because he had also given her the opportunity to write the soundtrack.Her role won the Best

Monroe Loses Publicity Right
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:06:40 | Rate news: +0
Movie icon Marilyn Monroe lost her right of publicity when she died in 1962, a New York court has ruled.It was decided on Wednesday (02May07) the Some Like It Hot star relinquished power to control the commercial use of her name and image after her death, giving permission for family members of late photographer Sam

Lucas Honoured At Film Festival
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:05:55 | Rate news: +0
Star Wars creator George Lucas has been honoured at the 50th San Francisco International Film Festival in California.The Oscar-nominated filmmaker - who was feted for the hugely successful Star Wars and Indiana Jones films - credited his love of experimentation with his success as he picked up the Irving ‘Bud’ Levin Award.He says, "I’m out

Sevigny: 'i Loved Drugs'
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:04:33 | Rate news: +0
Actress Chloe Sevigny used to love taking illegal substances as a kid because they kept boredom at bay.The Boys Don’t Cry star often enjoyed hallucinogenic narcotics as a teen but she’s too scared to try anything harder.She says, "I did just love taking hallucinogens… But I have never snorted anything, and even as a kid,

Clooney Documentary To Close Monaco Festival
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:03:53 | Rate news: +0
A documentary produced and narrated by George Clooney will close a Monaco film festival later this month (13-15May07).The film, entitled Sand And Sorrow, discusses the humanitarian crisis in the Darfur region of Sudan - where the death toll is continuing to rise.Clooney is an outspoken campaigner for more international help in the crisis.The International Emerging

Schreiber Impressed By Watts' Pregnancy
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:03:02 | Rate news: +0
Actress NAOMI WATTS has amazed her boyfriend LIEV SCHREIBER with her relaxed attitude to pregnancy.Watts - who is expecting the couple’s first baby in August (07) - is still calm about the impending birth and has yet to experience any unusual food cravings.Her boyfriend Liev Schreiber tells People magazine, "She’s great. In fact, I’ve never

Knightley Prefers British Men
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:02:33 | Rate news: +0
Movie star Keira Knightley prefers British men to their American counterparts because they’re less vain.The Pirates Of The Caribbean beauty is currently dating English actor Rupert Friend and finds his relaxed and easy-going nature reflects British men in general.She says, "Ask an American what his beauty regime is and he’ll tell you. Ask a Brit

Maguire Blasts Moore's Politics
Sat, 05 May 2007 00:01:54 | Rate news: +0
Actor Tobey Maguire has slammed filmmaker MICHAEL MOORE for his overtly political films and documentaries.The Spider-Man star is determined not to mix acting with politics for fear of looking "silly" and has little time for Moore’s efforts, including Fahrenheit 9/11.He says, "I don’t want to discuss politics… It can look a little silly for actors

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