AP - Jackie Chan the comical kung fu king, is starring in a new movie so violent that its director decided not to release it in mainland China, which doesn't have a film ratings system.
AP - Salma Hayek picked a romance-lover's ideal time and place for her wedding: Valentine's Day in Paris.
NEW YORK (AP) — Justin Timberlake wins style props in the March issue of GQ magazine. The magazine picked the entertainer to lead a list of the "10 Most Stylish Men in America."


Pop star Lily Allen has sparked outrage by encouraging parents to tell their children to try illegal drugs. The hitmaker insists hard drugs such as cocaine and ecstasy may not harm users


Soccer stud David Beckham is heading back to Los Angeles after plans to leave Major League Soccer club Galaxy and sign for AC Milan full-time fell through.


Bond girl Gemma Arterton is refusing to lose weight after she was criticized by the press for appearing noticeably curvier earlier this year.


A 41-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stalking Celine Dion The unnamed fan was apprehended outside the singer's Canadian home


Salma Hayek has wed her longterm partner in a romantic ceremony on Valentine's Day in Paris, France.


Paul Simon served up a very special early St. Valentine's Day treat for fans at the New York's Beacon Theater on Friday - he brought former partner Art Garfunkel onstage with him.


Bosses on the TV hit Desperate Housewives have come up with a steamy way to keep viewers interested following the departure of blonde bombshell Nicollette Sheridan - they are planning a passionate same-sex kiss between Teri Hatcher and Eva Longoria Parker.


Kate Winslet Oscar-nominated performance in The Reader has been slammed by a Holocaust expert, who is calling for the film to be ignored at the forthcoming Academy Awards ceremony.


The Kardashian girls are settling down now that they all have boyfriends. Kim has been dating New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush for two years, and he's made her more of a homebody.


Aussie pop sensation Gabriella Cilmi has launched a scathing attack on scantily-clad singer Lady Gaga's suggestive stage shows and outfits.


HONG KONG (AP) — Jackie Chan the comical kung fu king, is starring in a new movie so violent that its director decided not to release it in mainland China, which doesn't have a film ratings system.


Actor Alec Baldwin raised laughs on the comedy show Saturday Night Live this weekend - by trying to become the fourth Jonas brother.


DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Country music star Keith Urban performed a surprise two-song set for reporters to kick off his day at the Daytona 500,


Jay-Z has called on the public and the media to support Rihanna as she recovers from an alleged beating at the hands of her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown.


One-time American Idol star Justin Guarini is to wed this summer. The former runner-up on the talent show will exchange vows with fiancee Reina in July.


Colin Farrell has split with the writer he reportedly moved to Los Angeles to be with. Emma Forrest has confirmed the couple is no longer dating, according to In Touch Weekly magazine.


Ex-Beatle Paul McCartney has picked up a strange new exercise routine - eye yoga. The singer, 66, discovered the technique on a trip to India last year.


90210 star AnnaLynne McCord is embracing the fact she has become Hollywood's new film and TV "bitch" after realizing she looks too mean to play good girls on camera.


Supernatural hunk Jared Padalecki could have a major film career going, since he survived Friday the 13th. He might need to, since his show is still on the fence for a fifth season.


"When anyone looks on my 'Most Frequently Played' song list, they see the High School Musical soundtracks are played the most, which is kind of embarrassing. They think it's me loving to listen to myself,


Barry Manilow has been inducted into New York's legendary Friars Club - following in the footsteps of Frank Sinatra, Billy Crystal and Whoopi Goldberg.


Supermodel-turned-TV host Heidi Klum has slammed a German fashion designer who dubbed her "too heavy" to model.


Lindsay Lohan has brushed off fresh rumors she's split from girlfriend Samantha Ronson, after the couple pulled out of hosting duties at a St. Valentine's Day party in Florida.


Bono's political campaigning nearly split up U2. The philanthropic rocker says his bandmates - guitarist The Edge bass player Adam Clayton and drummer Larry Mullen Jr. - were convinced his prominent involvement in promoting numerous charities issues would end the Irish group.

He told the Observer Music Monthly magazine: "It's dangerous. And it worries Larry, and it worries the whole band, if truth be told. But, you know, here's the thing - they thought, all of them, Larry, Edge, Adam, that my campaigning would sink the ship."
Duffy's shyness almost stopped her from becoming a singer. The Welsh songstress - who picked up the Best Pop Vocal Album prize for her debut LP Rockferry at this month's Grammy Awards - nearly chose swimming over singing because of her nerves.

She said: "As a kid, I never wanted to be a singer - I was far too shy - but I needed a way of externalizing my thoughts because I was always talking s**t. I used to be a good swimmer but I got picked on in the pool."
Tori Spelling who has two children with her husband Dean McDermott, is teaching her 22-month-old son Liam a special series of moves to celebrate when he uses the bathroom.

She said: "I started potty training my son about a month ago. The Potty Dance was a saving grace. Getting him to learn it was easy - he's a big dancer.

"It was like a reward - every time he went potty, he got to do the potty dance. After he goes to the bathroom, I tell him, 'You're such a good boy!' Then he puts up his fist and shows he's ready to dance."
Lady Gaga screams "No!" when men try to flirt with her.

The 'Just Dance' singer rejects any male admirers before they even get close enough to ask her out.

She is quoted as saying: "I don't give them a chance to even try a chat-up line. I give them a good, firm, 'No!' before they even speak. I find that does the trick every time."
Sienna Miller is "at war" with women.

The 27-year-old actress - who faced a backlash from her female fans after she began dating married actor Balthazar Getty - says other girls make her life tough.

She said: "I've been at war, without a doubt. I have really experienced the judgment of women in the past year. It's women who are holding us back. It's women who are judging. I find it sad. We say we want to be on an equal path, but men don't sit around bitching at each other. It's very competitive. There's no sisterhood."
Colin Farrell is single again. The Irish actor has been dumped by writer Emma Forrest - who began secretly dating early last year - because of his lack of commitment.

An insider told In Touch Weekly magazine: "He would not introduce her to his family. She was also upset that he didn't thank her at the Golden Globe Awards."
Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson cancelled a Valentine's Day appearance following a public argument.

The couple - who were spotted drinking at New York nightspot The Eldridge on Friday night where Samantha was playing a DJ set for her sister Charlotte's fashion show - shocked guests by ending the evening with a public showdown.
Madonna's relationship with Jesus Luz is a sham, according to friends.

Pals insist the 50-year-old singer's romance with the 22-year-old Brazilian model is merely a publicity stunt to promote her latest tour, and make estranged husband Guy Ritchie jealous.
Justin Timberlake is America's most stylish man. The singer has topped GQ magazine's list of the Ten Most Stylish Men in America for his impact on fashion and his "knack for targeting trends."

Justin - who has his own clothing line William Rust - topped the list because of his willingness to take style risks with his use of hats, three-piece suits, skinny ties and facial hair.
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The Jolie-Pitts ... once running neck-and-neck with OctoMom -- now they're eating her dust. Last night outside Katsuya, Brad had a message for the doppleganger/mother of 14, Nadya Suleman: It's on like Donkey Kong.Angelina was predictably silent on...

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Even the Anti-Christ Superstar is a sucker for romance ... at least on Valentine's Day.TMZ caught death-obsessed goth-rocker Marilyn Manson leaving a very lovely -- and very expensive -- V-Day dinner at Nobu with a mystery date Saturday night. After...

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A week after the two-year anniversary of Anna Nicole Smith's death, Larry Birkhead made his way through LAX security this weekend with his biological daughter Dannielynn in his arms.Howard K. Stern was nowhere in sight.See Also Birkhead & Stern...

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Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Hot Bodies, Full Throttle Fashion Diana Ross has that not-so fresh feeling.The 64-year-old diva aired out her soiled pits while at Fashion Week in NYC this weekend.Somebody get her an antiperspirant, stat!See Also Diana Ross to TMZ: Open Your Eyes, Fool...

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Young country music singer Taylor Swift told News Of The World recently, "I just want to date a nice person. Even if he's a waiter in London." She, at the same time, also admitted that she doesn't "have a rule against dating celebrities."
Multi platinum rockstar Katy Perry was honored this week with a case dedication inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (Photo: © Erik Kabik/ RETNA/ www.erikkabik.com).

The case displays an outfit from the video of her #1 single "Hot N Cold". According to WikiPedia...
Ruffa Gutierrez was visibly shocked when her pictures with a new guy spread like wildfire over the Internet. It was courtesy of Ricky Lo's column in the Philippine Star, which announced that a reliable source issued them a tip that a guy named John Faizad is interested in courting Ruffa.
Paul Simon served up a very special early St. Valentine’s Day treat for fans at the New York’s Beacon Theatre on Friday (13Feb09) - he brought former partner ART GARFUNKEL onstage with him.Simon and Garfunkel joined forces for a surprise reunion to mark the re-opening of the venue following a seven-month renovation.The pair performed The
Aussie pop sensation Gabriella Cilmi has launched a scathing attack on scantily-clad singer LADY GAGA’s suggestive stage shows and outfits.The Sweet About Me hitmaker, 17, is not a fan of the New Yorker’s raunchy routines - and is convinced they could even make her ill.Cilmi says, "I saw this picture of Lady GaGa touching her
Paris Hilton was in the pink as she celebrated her 28th birthday at home on Friday night (13Feb09) - all her guests were requested to wear "something pink".The socialite danced on a stripper pole for guests, who included sister Nicky and actresses Hayden Panettiere and Elisha Cuthbert, according to In Touch Weekly.The party was held
Actress Sienna Miller has hit out at judgemental women - hinting that she’s had to face a barrage of criticism from fellow females following her romance with married oil heir BALTHAZAR GETTY.The British beauty was at the centre of scandal involving the Brothers & Sisters actor after he reportedly cheated on his wife with her
Lily Allen is celebrating a chart double - her latest single THE FEAR remains atop the U.K. single charts on the same week her new LP IT’S NOT ME, IT’S YOU jumps straight to number one on the album list.The pop star is in the poll position for her third consecutive week, and enjoys her
SIR Mick Jagger has heaped praise on Grammy winning U.K. acts COLDPLAY, ADELE and DUFFY - insisting he is proud of the talent emerging from the British music scene.The Rollings Stones legend was pleased to see so many of his fellow Brits take home the prestigious U.S. music honours at last week’s (08Feb09) prizegiving.Coldplay won
Bosses on U.S. TV hit Desperate Housewives have come up with a steamy way to keep viewers interested following the departure of blonde bombshell NICOLLETTE SHERIDAN - they are planning a passionate same-sex kiss between TERI HATCHER and EVA LONGORIA PARKER.The ABC show announced Sheridan, who plays Wisteria Lane’s resident man-eater Edie Britt, would be
Reuters - Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel joined forces for a surprise reunion in New York on Friday, performing three songs during the encore of Simon's show at the newly renovated Beacon Theater.
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Our NYC camera guy spotted Katie Couric while he was on the phone with another TMZ photog -- Rory. Seems Rory is smitten with Katie and asked his compadre to tell her he wanted to spend a "lost weekend" with her. But in translation, our NYC dude told...

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Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z opened up about the controversy surrounding Rihanna and Chris Brown on Saturday, saying, "This is a real situation," reports People.com. Speaking out in Phoenix at the Sprite Green presents the Third Annual Two Kings dinner with Jay-Z and Lebron James, as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend, the 39-year-old star said, "You have to have compassion for others. Just imagine it being your sister or mom and then think about how we should talk about that. "I just think we should all support her," he continued. "She's going through a tough time. You have to realize she's a young girl, as well. She's very young." Asked if he'd seen Rihanna, Jay-Z replied, "I don't want to go into it."

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Flash back in time with "The Insider" as we bring you the hottest stories of the week from one year ago! First up: It’s a “Very Brady” lie detector test! Check out the video to see what former “Brady Bunch” star Christopher Knight reveals while being questioned by our very own Cheryl Woodcock. In the headlines, Jennifer Aniston celebrated her 39th birthday in Canada on the set of her film ‘Traveling.’ Michael Jackson’s classic album Thriller turned 25. ‘Jaws’ star Roy Scheider passed away from cancer at the age of 75. Amy Winehouse won an impressive five Grammy Awards (including Best New Artist and Song of the Year for “Rehab”). And Hugh Jackman began filming on ‘X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ in New Zealand. Revisit the exciting week that was -- from one year ago -- every weekend on TheInsider.com!

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AP - Country music star Keith Urban performed a surprise two-song set for reporters to kick off his day at the Daytona 500, where he was the featured artist for Sunday's pre-race concert.
Reuters - David Beckham said on Sunday it would be difficult for him to return to Los Angeles Galaxy if his permanent move to AC Milan does not materialize.
E! Online - Are things getting a bit more serious between Paris Hilton and Amanda Bynes' ex-boyfriend Doug Reinhardt?
Jessica Simpson is so scared of splitting her pants and flashing the crowd during concerts, she has started wearing special accident-proof stage clothes. The singer debuted her new split-proof pants -


British director Danny Boyle father will need to see his son's Oscar-nominated movie Slumdog Millionaire again - after sleeping through his first viewing. Patrick Boyle, 88, believes the highly praised


Actor William H. Macy's performance on Broadway was plunged into darkness on Tuesday when a technician accidentally hit the lights before the play had finished. Macy is currently starring in David Mamet's


British actor Orlando Bloom put his St. Valentine's Day plans on hold after flying to Australia to visit girlfriend Miranda Kerr - choosing to focus instead on the relief efforts following the country's devastating bushfires.


Lindsay Lohan mother Dina has dismissed reports about her tax problems as "ridiculous" - accusing her ex-husband of leaking the story to the press. The Mean Girls star's mom is said to owe


NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly two dozen guitars are scattered on the floor and sofa in Conan O'Brien office in Rockefeller Center, most of them gifts from musicians like Eddie Van Halen, Los Lobos, Les Paul and Brian Setzer Orchestra.


Tommy Lee has cleared up reports police ordered his helicopter to land for flying "erratically" - insisting his pilot was trying to get a closer look at a building on fire. The Motley Crue drummer was a passenger


Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have returned to the studio to record the follow up to their multi-Grammy-winning album Raising Sand. The couple picked up five Grammys on Sunday, including Album of the Year


Actor James Franco was forced to "milk" a man dressed as a cow to earn his Hasty Pudding Man of the Year at America's Harvard University. The Spider-Man star received the wacky


Rocker Dave Grohl landed his dream job backing Paul McCartney at the Grammy Awards on Sunday - because the former Beatle's regular drummer was on tour with Eric Clapton.


Hollywood funnyman Steve Martin has dismissed recent poor reviews of his latest Pink Panther movie - accusing film critics of "snobbery" when judging comedy films. Martin reprised his role as Inspector


Former Charlie's Angels star Farrah Fawcett has launched a legal battle over the rights to a famous set of photographs showing the actress in a red swimsuit. The iconic pictures were taken in the 1970s and


Ashton Kutcher has denied criticizing actor-turned-rapper Joaquin Phoenix on the internet - insisting his online have been taken out of co


Filed under: Music, The Biz, Wacky & Weird, Jennifer Lopez, Department of Debunk, Trials & Tribulations

By not divorcing, J.Lo and Marc Anthony arguably had a better Valentine's Day than all those gangsters who were brutally murdered by Al Capone. But it's J.Lo, so... it's debatable.The couple finally killed rumors of their impending Valentine's Day...

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Filed under: Music, Movies, Tom & Katie, Celebrity Feuds, Nicole Kidman, Talk Sports Tom Cruise and Keith Urban, the former and current husbands of Nicole Kidman, came face-to-face during the driver's meeting today at the Daytona 500, according to TMZ spies.Cruise, who's at the NASCAR event to drive the race's pace car, and Urban,...

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Rocker BETH DITTO has heaped praise on British supermodel Kate Moss for helping her navigate her way through fame.The Gossip frontwoman - who recently posed naked for stylish magazine Love - admits she was sceptical about their unlikely pairing.But the singer was taken by Moss’ intelligence after the blonde beauty made her realise some of
Actress Isla Fisher is terrified of awards ceremonies, after flashing her backside the very first time she stepped out on the red carpet.The Wedding Crashers star was thrilled to land an invitation to the 2007 Golden Globe Awards and turned up at the Hollywood bash wearing a brand new sheer-cut frock.But the Aussie star’s night
Oscar producers LAURENCE MARK and Bill Condon are going to remarkable lengths to persuade new mum M.I.A. to be part of the Oscars telecast next weekend (22Feb09) - even offering her the chance to perform from bed.The rapper/singer gave birth to a baby boy on Wednesday (11Feb09), after performing at the Grammy Awards on her
One-time AMERICAN IDOL star Justin Guarini is to wed this summer (09).The former runner-up on the talent show will exchange vows with fiancee Reina in July (09).The singer proposed to his wife-to-be at DisneyWorld in Orlando, Florida.He says, "I just couldnâ??t be happier.â??Movie & Entertainment News provided by World Entertainment News Network (www.wenn.com)
Stuntman Johnny Knoxville has poured praise on JACKASS pal STEVE-O for sobering up after he staged an intervention to force the oddball star into rehab.Knoxville reveals he hired six burly guys to help him and friends convince Steve-O to seek counselling for his alcohol problems, and managed to get the wreckless star into celebrity counsellor
The FRIDAY THE 13TH remake has broken box office records for horror movies in America with a whopping $42.2 million (£28.1 million) opening weekend take.The slasher film debuted at number one, toppling romantic comedy He’s Just Not That Into You, which fell to two. Liam Neeson thriller Taken came in third.Isla Fisher’s Disney film Confession
British pop star-turned-actress Billie Piper has met the high-class hooker she portrays in risque TV drama SECRET DIARY OF A CALL GIRL following a "covert" operation to get the two together.Piper plays in-demand escort Belle in the saucy show and reveals the real-life former prostitute, whose memoirs inspired the series, was so keen to keep
Actress Naomi Watts appears to have been caught out by an eagle-eyed paparazzo, who snapped her revealing almost all just eight weeks after she became a second-time mum.The invasive and unauthorised pictures of Watts on a hotel balcony in Marina del Rey, California are sure to cause a storm of protest, after they were posted
A 41-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stalking Celine Dion The unnamed fan was apprehended outside the singer’s Canadian home after he demanded to be allowed to see Dion or her husband, Rene Angelil.When he refused to leave, the police were called and the fan was admitted to hospital for psychiatric evaluation.He’ll face stalking charges
Colin Farrell has split with the writer he reportedly moved to Los Angeles to be with.Emma Forrest has confirmed the couple is no longer dating, according to In Touch Weekly magazine.Farrell and Forrest began dating in 2008, but the cracks in the romance started showing after the actor failed to mention his partner during his
Soul man Stevie Wonder is set to become the first star saluted by new U.S. President BARACK OBAMA.The hitmaker, who performed at Obama’s inauguration ball, will be honoured as part of a White House concert to be held on 25 February (09), when Wonder collects his Library of Congress medal.Obama used Wonder’s classics Signed, Sealed,