Sunday 31 July 2011

Amy Winehouse Was Hoping To Adopt.

Amy Winehouse
Photo by Matrixphotos.com

Amy Winehouse used to spend many a happy
time on the carribean island of St Lucia.
It was a peaceful place for the star, where she
could escape the media intrusion.

St Lucia
(Photo by The Travel Library)
The beautiful Carribean Island of St Lucia,
where Amy spent her holidays.

It's been reported today that Amy
had plans to adopt Dannika Augustine,
a 10 year old girl from St Lucia, before
her her untimely death last weekend.
According to several sources,
Dannika and her family had a very
 special friendship with Amy.
They all would meet up together
everytime Amy was on the island
and go horse-riding or walk along
the long sandy beaches.
Amy always wanted to have a
family of her own.

 It's such a tragedy that this dream
didn't come true for her, given her
 sudden passing. Amy was all about
love and family, she was close to
all her loved ones.
At least she's no longer in pain!
RIP Amy XX

Angelina Jolie Honoured by Sarajevo Film Festival

Angelina Jolie Honored at Sarajevo Film Festival in Bosnia
Photo by REUTERS/ Dado Ruvic

Angelina Jolie, 36 and her long term partner, Brad Pitt
attended the Sarajevo Fim Festival  in Bosnia yesterday.
Jolie was honoured for her directorial debut with her
film, The Land of Blood and Honey, is about war
torn Bosnia during the mid 1990's.

In her acceptance speech to the crowd, Angelina said:

"There is no greater example of the strengths of the
artists and the festival that began during the war
and grew stronger every year," she added.
(BBC Entertainment- Angelina Jolie)

Angelina's film follows the love story between a
Muslim Bosniac and a Christian Serbian, at the
climax of the war. As a Global Ambassador for
UNICEF, Jolie has spent time in Bosnia over the
past few years. She has witnessed the aftermath
of the conflict, sources say that the actress was
particularly shocked that some people still haven't
returned to their homes since the war ended.
Angelina was reportedly in tears as she was
given her award at the festival. Her film
clearly struck a positive chord with viewers,
especially in Bosnia.

A source told US Weekly:

The festival director, Mirsad Purivatra
praised Jolie not only for her cinematic achievements
but also for her global humanitarian efforts
(US Weekly Magazine)

I think Angelina really deserved this prestigious
award. Elegant, charming and in touch with
global issues, this Hollywood star lives in the
real world! Congratulations X

Saturday 30 July 2011

Royal Wedding: Zara Phillips Marries Mike Tindall

Radiant: Zara is led into Canongate Kirk by her proud father Mark Phillips ahead of the ceremony
(Photo by AP)
Royal bride, Zara Phillips with her dad, Mark.

Princess Anne's daughter, Zara Phillips has
married her English rugby player boyfriend,
Mike Tindall at a private ceremony at
Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, Scotland
this earlier this afternoon. It was truly a
royal event, from what I gather all of the
British royals were present, including
newly weds, William & Kate and of
course, Zara's grandmother,
The Queen! Mike also had some
of his rugby mates to support him on
his big day, such as Jonny Wilkinson
and Ben Foden.

No doubt the happy couple
will be off on their Honeymoon
soon. Somewhere warm perhaps!
Celebrations all round!!

Olly Murs Declines Geri Halliwell Duet

Still got it? Olly performs his new single for the crowds
                         (Photo by PA)
                 XFactor star Olly Murs
                            


New Magazine UK reveals today that XFactor popstar, Olly Murs,
has turned down an opportunity to duet with Geri Halliwell.

Some might see it as a lucky escape for the rising star, yet he
might regret his decision if Geri's new album does well in the charts!

Olly tells the magazine:
''I turned her down. I just wasn't too sure, it didn't feel right'.
(New Magazine UK -Olly Murs)

This will come as a major disappointment for Ginger Spice!
Sources say she's a huge Olly fan! It seems like he didn't
want to take a risk with his own career! He writes nearly
all of his own songs, a true singer-songwriter! Perhaps it's
too early on in his music career to be thinking of
collaborations!

Olly has enjoyed relative music success, his debut album went
Double Platinum and reached No2 in the Official UK music chart.
Now he's landed himself a TV Presenting job on The UK XFactor's
spin-off show, The Xtra-Factor!

Spice Girls on stage
(Photo by PA)
The Spice Girls on their reunion tour in 2008

Lets not forget that Geri was once in the most influential
girl band of all time, The Spice Girls. In 1997, the group
cracked America, their debut album SPICE sold over
7.4 million copies stateside!
Some might say that the Spice Girls were a pop-cultural
phenomenon! The group seemed to fall apart when Geri left.

I think Olly is more likely to duet with someone like
Stevie Wonder. Somehow I think Geri will find a bigger
star to duet with! I know, perhaps her best mate,
George Michael could help her out?


Friday 29 July 2011

Kirstie Alley Jokes Around With David Letterman

We are not amused: As Kirstie Alley gyrates up against David Letterman the chat show host does not appear amused
(Photo by Splash News/CBS 2011) Kirstie shines in magenta dress!
 
Kirstie Alley, 60, made an appearance on The David Letterman show.
The former Cheers actress dressed to impress, wearing a vibrant magenta
dress! Credit to her stylist! She looks way younger than her years!
From what I've heard Kirstie's really into her health drinks and
mineral water, could this explain her glowing complection?
Or maybe it's all down to good quality make-up!
 
 Letterman looks really awkward and uncomfortable as Kirstie
wraps her arm around his neck! It's hard to tell whether Kirstie is about
to fall asleep or not? Her eyes seem to be wandering!! From what I've
heard she likes to joke around with people! I just hope that Letterman
saw the funny side to her quirkiness, but judging by his facial expression
in this photo, I think not! It looks like he's just taken a bite out of a sour
lemon!
 
Recently Alley got the workout of her life when she appeared on
Dancing With The Stars! After weeks of dance rehearsals, Kirstie
got her groove back! Everyone was cheering her on and despite a few
falls on the dancefloor during the live shows, Alley bounced back
to wow the judges with her salsa moves! She left the show feeling
fit, healthy and refreshed!
It's nice to see that Kirstie's got her confidence back after all
these years! She might have a few more reinvention tricks up
her sleeve!
 
I wonder what show she'll do next?
We'll have to wait and see to find out!

Simon Cowell Mends Rift With Cheryl Cole


(Photo by ITV) Cheryl & Simon- Friends Forever!!!


The feud is over!! Simon Cowell and Cheryl Cole are now friends again!
Simon and Cheryl have been texting eachother lately, after a major feud
which stemmed from Cheryl's premature departure from the American
XFactor this year. Cheryl had been really looking forward to being a judge
on the US version of the hit TV show. Simon had no choice but to fire her
due to pressures from American TV bosses. Cheryl was left
red faced and hurt by the whole ordeal, naturally she wanted
to distance herself from Cowell for a while.

 The Mirror newspaper gives us an exclusive
 text exchange between the two tv stars as they
made up with eachother:

Simon texted :“Friends again? X.”
Cheryl replied: “You’ve got a nerve!… x.”


It's reported that Simon went on to chat to Cheryl over the phone. 
Simon apologised for everything and Cheryl is said to have
forgiven him. Simon felt awful about sacking Cheryl from her 
American dream job but he has said that  he had no choice
as his hands were tied by the network. 

Cheryl's in Los Angeles at the moment working on her new
solo album. She's enjoyed great success in the UK music
scene over the past year, with big hits such as
Fight For This Love and Promise This, topping the charts!!
Cheryl is now managed by Black Eyed Peas singer,
Will Iam, who hopes to help her break into the
American music business.

There's talk that both Cheryl and Simon might meet
up in L.A to discuss future plans. I think that Cheryl
has really bounced back from her minor setback.
She's even rumoured to return to the UK XFactor, now
that her relationship with Simon is back on track!

Who knows what the future holds for Cheryl,
I think that her career will go from strength to
strength. Her band, Girls Aloud are getting
back together after a 2 year break plus
Cheryl's making another solo album!
Things couldn't be better for the
Geordie singer!

Simon and Cheryl are the
best of friends again!

How sweet is that : )

                                                                      

Cheryl Cole's Best Mate 'Snubs' XFactor?

Posing up: Kimberley wore several items from the new range including a gold leaf bangle, earrings and necklace
(Photo by Bigpicturephoto.com)

Girls Aloud singer, Kimberley Walsh, 29, reportedly will not
have anything to do with this years XFactor (UK). When Cheryl
was a judge on the UK XFactor, Kimberley helped her out at the
judges houses stage in the show, where the best contestants are
put through to the live shows.

In an interview with Buzz Magazine this week,
 Kimberley said:
“I won’t be helping out at the judges’ house this year,
I only did that in support of Cheryl,”.
(Buzz Magazine UK Interview Kimberley Walsh)
Many sources claim that she's snubbing the show,
I genuinely believe that Kimberley wants to move
on with her career. Since her pop group, Girls Aloud,
took a break from the music industry, Kimberley has
reinvented herself as a TV Presenter; hosting music
& chat shows, as well as fronting TV documentaries.
She's even done her bit for charity! Along with a group
of celebs she climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in Tazania
for BBC's Comic Relief! Now she has her own weekly
column in OK Magazine! As of May of this year,
 Kimberley is the new face of Right Guard's
Xtreme Dry Deodorant range for women.
No Sweat Kimberley!!

As Kimberley tells Buzz Magazine this week:
“I’m looking forward to doing more presenting though
– I’ve got lots coming up,” she says.(Buzz Magazine, Kimberley Walsh)
Looks like she's got enough on her plate!
Anyway she only appeared on The XFactor UK
to lend a helping hand to a good friend.
So why would she want to be envolved in
it again! Besides she's obviously not short
on work! The job offers keep rolling in and
so do the pay cheques!!!




Hello America: Cheryl Cole arrives for the first day of the U.S. X Factor auditions in Los Angeles today

(Photo by INFphoto.com)
Before Cheryl's American Dream came
crashing down! Her style was very Dynasty!


After Cheryl Cole was axed from the USA XFactor
this year, Kimberley flew out to L.A to help Cheryl
deal with the rejection. They're the best of friends!
Kimberley's career is moving on up! Rumour has
it that Girls Aloud will be getting back together
soon after a 2 year break! I hear a new album is
on the horizon, plus a tour!


Cheryl might also be a new judge on
BBC's The Voice, where they scout
the country for singing talent!
That'll brighten up her day!
Kimberley will also be busy!

Looks like a win win situation
to me : )

Thursday 28 July 2011

Sheryl Crow Auctions Classic Mercedes For Charity

Sheryl Crow Performs in Manchester
(Photo by Shirlaine Forrest/Wireimage)
                                                 

Country pop singer, Sheryl Crow, 49, is auctioning off her
1959 Mercedes Roadster to raise money for the relief effort
in Joplin, Missouri. Joplin was badly damaged after a
huge tornado hit the town this year. Crow, a native of
Missouri, hopes to do her bit to rebuild the city.
Reports have estimated that the classic car could
sell for $500,000! Sheryl hopes to raise as much
money as possible for the charity.

The auction will take place at Pebble Beach,
California on 21st August.

Kerry Katona Speaks About Amy's Passing

Kerry Katona

(Photo by Getty Images)
 Kerry Katona

Reality star, Kerry Katona, 30, has spoken
publicly about the sad passing of British soul
singer, Amy Winehouse. Katona could
relate to Amy's struggles with
drugs and alcohol.

Speaking to Now Magazine UK,
Kerry reveals the parallels between
her life and Amy's life.

'Amy was so young, but I can so relate to
what she was doing. It can be so easy
to get some drugs in, have a
few drinks and lose sight of reality.'
(Now Magazine 2011- Kerry Katona)

Kerry was saddened at Amy's
passing over the weekend.
She counts herself as one of
the lucky few to survive
chronic drug addiction.

You've got to admire Kerry's
determination to overcome
her addictions. Katona is
now fully sober. She has
said that she did it for
herself and her kids.

Amy Winehouse 2009

(Photo by Rex Features)
Amy loved to sing!


Amy Winehouse's father,
Mitch, 60, spent time with
Amy's fans outside her Camden
home in North London today.
Mitch handed out some of the
singer's tee-shirts to fans. He has
said that this is what Amy would
have wanted. Fans from all over
the world have been camped outside
the singer's home since her death hit
the headlines. Mitch and Amy's mother
Janis were very touch by all the well
wishes from Amy's fans. The couple
are observing the Jewish period of
mourning known as the Shiva.

Mourning: The Winehouse's are observing the Jewish tradition of Shiva a week-long custom aimed to help with the bereavement process

(Photo by Xposurephotos.com)
Mitch Winehouse hands out
some of Amy's stylish tee-shirts
 to her fans in Camden today.


Mitch has said that he strongly
believes that Amy died because
she did not take her Doctor's advice
to ween off the drugs and alcohol
slowly. Amy alledgedly cut out
both substances entirely. Mitch
reportedly said that this would
have caused her system to go
 into shock because Amy was
used to large intakes of
substances. From what I've
heard this is quite common
among recovering addicts.

Mitch now plans to set up
The Amy Winehouse
Foundation to aid
addicts on their road
to recovery. Mitch
is a true gentleman!

Katie Price Buys Car Worth £1 million!!!


(Photo by Twitter/Yfrog/Katie Price 2011)

Katie Price has splashed out on a brand new Bugatti veyron,
the most expensive sports car costing a staggering
£1million!!! Imagine the car insurance on that gas-guzzler!!
The Super Sport version is the fastest road-legal car
in the world, with a top speed of 431.07 km/h
(267.85 mph). Now that's fast!!!
(www.topspeed.com/cars/bugatti)

Katie posted a photo of her new purchase
on her Twitter page! Ms Price might anger petrol heads
as she plans to re-paint the car a bright pink to match
her pink Range Rover! Pink has to be her favourite
colour! It's reported that the tabloid sensation is worth
in the region of £40million!! It's no wonder that she can
afford all these fancy cars! The Pricey also purchased
a top of the range Porsche earlier this month! What's
next a Formula One racing car? The model has appeared
on BBC's Top Gear! Maybe it's not phase! I think she may
genuinely like her cars!



(Photo by Cavendish Press) Katie Price's other pink vehicle!

Back in June, Katie bought a Range Rover Vogue, costing
her £100,000 which was also spray painted pink!
I just hope that her garage is large enough to house
all these cars! She might need to build a ware-house
for them all!! The Pricey might have another new car
up her sleeve yet! Who knows?

Wednesday 27 July 2011

Louis Walsh Gives Cheryl Cole His Blessing!


(Photo by Xposurephotos.com)
XFactor Judge, Louis Walsh and pal, Cheryl Cole.

XFactor Judge, Louis Walsh, 58, gives Cheryl Cole
his blessing! It comes as Cheryl and Ashley Cole
might be getting married again for the second time!
Louis tells Closer Magazine:
"I honestly think Ashley will change this time for
 her and she will tame him. She just wants to
 be happy and in love."
Cheryl and Louis really bonded while working
together as judges on The XFactor UK.
When Cheryl was axed from her role
on The American XFactor this year,
Louis was the first person to text her
to find out how she was getting on.
They text eachother all the time!
 Cheryl sent Louis messages
of support when he was falsely
accused of assault a few months ago.

Now Ashley Cole wants Cheryl to be
his wife again! Cheryl has a love hate
relationship with the footballer. It comes
after Ashley alledgedly slept with
another woman! Ashley claims that
he still loves Cheryl but has a big
'appetite'!!! Cheryl hopes that therapy
could help Ashley to change his
womanising ways!

I hope that Cheryl is happy,
whatever happens! We all loved
her on the XFactor UK! Frankly
I think a lot of people wish she
was still on the judging panel!
Rumour has it that Cheryl might
be the new judge on BBC's
The Voice! Who knows
it could be the makings of her yet!

Good luck to you Cheryl,
we love you X

Chris Evans Recovers From Health Scare

Chris Evans, wife Natasha and baby Noah leaving the Portland Hospital, London 13 Feb 2009
(Photo by Beretta/Sims/Rex Features)
BBC Radio 2 DJ, Chris Evans, wife, Natasha and baby son, Noah.

Britains best known radio DJ, Chris Evans, 45, has just been given
a clean bill of health, following a cancer scare! After undergoing
a colonoscopy, doctors discovered benine growths on his bowel!
The star underwent an operation to remove the growths.
Chris is said to be doing well and in good spirits!

Evans spoke to The Daily Mail of his cancer scare:

He said:
'A couple of pesky potential future little problems
were discovered and swiftly removed, but other than that
I'm afraid you're stuck with me for a few years longer at least.
'And please, if you or anyone you know may have any worries
 down below, get them checked as soon as possible'.
(Chris Evans speaking to The Daily Mail)

Evans was really affected by this health scare!
His own father, Martin, died of colon cancer
when Chris was only 13 years old at the time.
The DJ praised the nurses and doctors who
looked after him while he was in hospital.

Evans also co-presents The One Show
on BBC Television. He's is also quite
the business man too! Glad he's on the
mend!

Tuesday 26 July 2011

Jennifer Lopez Might Be Back On American Idol

Jennifer with with her fellow American Idol judges, Steven Tyler (left) and Randy Jackson
(Photo by Rex Features & American Idol)
JLO really livened up the American Idol panel!!

Jennifer Lopez, 42, announced her divorce from
husband, Marc Anthony last week. All the
chaos with her very public split has not
put her off her work. If anything JLO has
thrown herself into her work!
The singer is in high demand of late!
JLO pocketed a  reported cool million
when she performed at a billionaire's
wedding in the Ukraine.
Not bad for a few hours work!!

Now the latest reports suggest
that JLO will be back on the
new series of American Idol!
MTV News UK report that
the singer could land a
£21 million deal to remain
a judge on the hit TV
series!

Looks like we'll be
seeing a lot more of
Ms Lopez in the future!

Yet we still don't know
the full story with her
break up! I wonder
what happened there?

Kelly Osbourne and Mark Ronson Attend Amy's Funeral

Amy Winehouse Funeral, Mark Ronson, Kelly Osbourne
(Photo by Splashnewsonline.com and TMZ)
A sombre Mark Ronson and Kelly Osbourne arrive at
Amy Winehouse's removal service.

English Music Producer, Mark Ronson
worked closely with Amy Winehouse over the years.
Kelly Osbourne was a close friend of the star.
She flew into London from Los Angeles the other day to pay her
respects and comfort Amy's family and friends.

Later this afternoon, Amy's remains will be brought
to a North London Synagogue for a final funeral
service.

Amy Sent Her Friend To Rehab


(Photo by BIG) Amy pictured with her friend stylist
                            Alex Foden back in 2008.

It has emerged today in The Daily Mail newspaper
that Amy Winehouse's former stylist, Alex Foden,
claims that Amy saved his life by sending him to rehab.
The Valerie singer reportedly spent £130,000 on her
friend's treatment. Foden also had a drug habit which
caused him to lose way too much weight.
Amy could see Foden fading away, perhaps
it was at that point that Amy realised she had to save
her friend. It's true, Amy was all about love of family
and friends as her father Mitch Winehouse said!
If only she had helped herself, she might have
survived! In latter years Amy seemed like a
lost soul, she was living on the edge consumed
by her own addiction and heart-break from
her turbulent relationships.

According to her friend, Amy faced up to
her own mortality. It's eery to think that
she 'knew' she was going to die young
like some of music's great icons such
as Kurt Cobain of Nirvana and
Janis Joplin. All these music legends
were addicts, all about their music and
never liking fame!

Amy had a fear she would die young.

Foden tells The Daily Mail:

He said: 'Amy always told me she thought she
would die young and that she knew she'd become
 a part of the 27 Club.
'Although everyone around her knew it was going
to happen, it was still a shock. I've been crying
 pretty much ever since I heard.'

A private funeral for the singer will take
place today, close friends and family
are expected to attend the Jewish
service. It's believed that the singer's
remains will be cremated. In accordance
with Jewish custom, the
service is kept fairly short so the
remains can be buried or ashes
scattered.

There are reports that Sir Elton John,
Kelly Osbourne..might be at the service

Monday 25 July 2011

Amy's Family & Friends Gather At Fan Shrine

In our thoughts: Amy's mother Janis, bottom right, Amy's father and his wife Jane, middle, her ex-boyfriend Reg and brother Alex were overcome with emotion as they read the memorial cards letters and notes
(Photo by Getty Images) Mitch and Janis Winehouse
took the time to visit a fan shrine outside the singer's home.

Amy Winehouse's grief stricken parents visit Amy's
shrine, her fans have made a shrine to her memory
opposite the singer's appartment in Camden town,
London. Friends, family and fans have left floral
tributes, personal messages and candles in her
memory. Today Amy's father reportedly said
he was touched by the out-pouring of love for
his daughter. Mitch also went on to thank his
family and all of Amy's fans for their support
at this difficult time. For the parents their support
seems to have given them some comfort.
Amy was only 27 years old! She had so much
to live for!

Reuters reports:
Fans from as far afield as Colombia, Mexico,
Italy and Spain streamed past the impromptu shrine,
some of them unable to hold back tears.
(Reuters 2011)

Unfortunately addiction got the better of her in
the end. Fans continue to gather outside the
singer's Camden home. Amy was not just
an English superstar, she was a global
music hit! Amy paved the way for
upcoming artists such Adele to
break the States. Amy has
influenced a new generation
of singer/songwriters such
as Eliza Doolittle. Amy left
behind a wonderful music legacy!
Her second album,
Back to Black, was the
best-selling album in the UK in 2007,
 selling 1.85 million copies over the year.
Amy's work was well received in the
U.S.A, she won several Grammy Awards
and a Brit Award.
Best friend: Kelly Osbourne flew to London earlier today after learning the news of her friend's death
Photo by Xposurephotos.com
Kelly arrives at a London airport,
looking very sombre today.

Close friend, Kelly Osbourne flew
into London today to meet with
Amy's family and friends. I don't
think many people knew just how
close they really were. Kelly is
devastated by the sad passing of
her best friend.

TMZ reports today that
the autopsy on the body of
Amy Winehouse is now complete.
According to police, no cause
of death was established
 ... test results are still pending.
(TMZ 2011)


I think Amy would have been
touched by the out pouring
of love for her from around
the world. We'll never see
another Amy again, she was a
unique talent!

Lady Gaga Ditches Hair For Wigs


(Photo by ITV)  Gaga reveals her bald head on the Paul O'Grady Show

Lady Gaga is known for her colourful outfits and striking blond hair!
Now it seems like she has ditched the hair for good! The superstar
appeared on The Paul O'Grady show recently for a Gaga special!
She surprised the audience when she pulled off a wig to reveal
her clean shaved head!

The Sun spoke to a Gaga insider to find out what happened to
her natural locks

A source said:
 "Over the years Lady GaGa has put her locks
 under a lot of stress.
"She's poured so much chemical over them that it's
 damaged her follicles.
(The Sun - Gordan Smart 25/07/11)

Now it's believed that the singer is using a
hair restoration formula in the hopes that
her lovely locks of hair will return.


Photo by BigPicturesphoto.com: Katie Price's hair-raising
                                                                                 moment!


This is not the first time that a female
celeb has fallen victim to strong hair
dyes! English tabloid star, Katie Price,
is very fond of her hair extensions and
strong peroxide. A recent visit to
an LA hairdressers left the star
fuming:

"I have bald patches at the sides!
It's awful, my hair is my life ".
(News of the World- Katie Price)

Years of over-processed hair
can make it very brittle!
If you're a star there's
always a quick fix at hand!
Some of the biggest female
celebs wear wigs or weaves!

Looks like some major
female stars want
Hair today and gone tomorrow!

Katherine Jackson Refutes Conspiracy Surrounding MJ's Death

TV interview: Katherine talked about meeting her son's ex-wife for the first timeMichael Jackson
Photo by Splash:                                                    Photo by AP:
Katherine Jackson refutes conspiracy             MJ still hits the headlines.
claims surrounding MJ's death.                    


MJ's mother, Katherine Jackson, 81,
refutes conspiracy claims that some
people connected to the Thriller
singer had a part in his death.

Katherine believes there's no
evidence of a conspiracy in
her son's death.

She tells TMZ:

"So far I have not seen one shred
of evidence that anyone associated
with Michael’s estate conspired
 to kill him''.

(TMZ 2011 Katherine Jackson)


Michael's sister, LaToya, 55,
has always claimed that her brother
was 'murdered' by those working
for his estate. Yet Ms Jackson
alledgedly admitted that MJ had
relied heavily on prescription
medication over the years to
combat the physical pain he
was in because of old injuries.

MJ passed away on 25th June 2009
at the age of 50 due to an
accidental overdose of the
powerful anaesthetic, Demerol.

Years after his death, MJ still
hits the headlines! I don't think
he could have wanted that!

Sunday 24 July 2011

Ice Offers Advice to Justin Bieber

Vanilla Ice Golden Boy: Justin Bieber's new film, Justin Bieber: Never Say Never, is poised to take the number one spot at the U.S. box office this weekend
Photo by Splash:                                      Photo by Getty Images:
 Vanilla ICE                                                               Justin Bieber


American rapper, Vanilla Ice, real name,
Robert Van Winkle, 43, is best known
 for his No1. dance hit, Ice Ice Baby!
He was only 16 years old when his
song topped the global music charts.
In effect, Ice was a child star!
Ice has seen his own career rise and
fall over the years. Now Ice fears that
 Justin Bieber could face a similar fate!



Ice spoke to the Huffington Post about
Justin Bieber:

Ice says:

"Something else new will
come along and Justin Bieber be forgotten'

(Huffington Post-Vanilla Ice-
                     Star Magazine)

The difference with Justin is that
he has had several No1 selling
singles! It's down to his highly
skilled creative team who help
him out behind the scenes!
Fame doesn't seem to phase
him at all. At 17, he's still
very grounded. In the past year
he was almost crushed by fans
who got too close to a barrier.
No major damage was done, other than
some minor bruises! It could have
happened to any star!


Back in the 90's Vanilla ICE had fame and riches
beyond his wildest dreams!
It was all very much short lived success.
The dream turned into a nightmare as ICE
plunged into a dark depression. ICE alledgedly
struggled with drugs and alcohol.
Life out of the lime-light proved lonely.

For a long time Ice was a lost soul,
until he reinvented himself as a
Reality TV star, appearing on
numerous MTV shows.

John and Edward Grimes, known collectively as Jedward, performing with Vanilla Ice (centre) during the National Television Awards
(Photo by PA)
Jedward perform with Vanilla Ice at the
2010 National Television Awards, London.


In 2010 Ice collaborated
with Irish twin double act,
Jedward, on their
single debut,
Under Pressure
(Ice Ice Baby)
The song went to
No1 in Ireland and
No2 in the U.K.
Ice was grateful for
the opportunity as it
gave him a lot of well
needed publicity in
the United Kingdom.

You've got to respect
the ICE man for looking
out for a young rising
popstar! Fame can be
a fickle thing! It comes
and goes! Ice is being
realistic! I think that
Bieber fever is here
to stay as long as
the fans stand by him!

Mitch Winehouse Heads Home For Amy

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Photo by Splash News:
Mitch at JFK airport                   Photo by Getty Images:
yesterday evening                     Father & Daughter were very
                                                      close.

Amy Winehouse's father, Mitch, was spotted
at JFK airport yesterday, following the shock
death of his famous daughter. Mitch saw
Amy die a little each day, he knew that
her destructive behaviour would end
in tragedy. It's such a tragedy!

A source reveals to TMZ:
Mitch was reportedly in the first class
lounge,pacing up and down as
he talked on his cell phone.

(TMZ 23/07/11)



(Photo by Rex Features 2011)
Fans comfort eachother outside the
Singer's home yesterday evening.


A devoted father, Mitch
was always there for Amy when she
needed him the most. If it wasn't for him,
Amy would never have gone to rehab.

Amy came from a hard-working
London Jewish family. Her father
Mitch worked as a taxi driver, now
he has got his own music career.
He was due to perform in New York
but was forced to cancel his gigs after
her learnt of her death,

Mitch was reported as saying that he
'will stay strong' and
'will not crack up for his family's sake'.


(Photo by Rex Features 2011): 
Floral tributes to Amy, outside
her London home.


Back in London there's an out-pouring
of love from family, friends and
fans alike, as floral tributes and
condolence cards are placed outside
Amy's North London flat in Camden.
A lovely gesture to one of the
greatest Female Soul singers
that ever lived. RIP Amy X

Saturday 23 July 2011

Singer Amy Winehouse Dead At 27


Photo by Matrixphotos.com: Amy Winehouse


International Singing sensation, Amy Winehouse has
been found dead at her appartment in Camden,
North London. Police and emergency services
discovered the singer's body at 3:45pm
 this afternoon.

Police have yet to find the cause of death.
Amy has struggled over the years with her
alcohol and drug abuse. Some reports
alledge the singer might have died from
a drug overdose.

It's a terribly sad day for music.
She had one of the most soulful
voices I've ever heard. Her music
spoke of her own life story,
Rehab, Back to Black. A  bright light
that lived under a dark cloud!

Her father, Mitch did all he
possibly could for her!
Mitch was worried about her.
Amy was in so deep,
maybe she felt there was no
way out of her despair?

It will take time until
we fully know what really
caused Amy's death.
Everyone's shocked
by her tragic passing!
Right up until the end
Amy was performing,
she did a gig in London
in the last week to promote
her God-daughter's singing
career!

Amy had tried so hard in the last
year to get sober but things escalted
out of control. I just hope that
she is at peace now.

Stars took to Twitter to
pay their respects to
the London singer/
songwriter,

Kelly Osbourne Tweeted:
'I can't even breath right
now I'm crying so hard I
just lost one of my best friends.
I love you forever Amy &
will never forget the real you!'.

(Kelly Osbourne Twitter)


Emma Bunton Tweeted:
Such sad news about Amy Winehouse.
 My thoughts are with her family'.

(Emma Bunton Twitter)


RIP Amy x
Gone too soon X
But never forgotten!

Katy Perry Goes Blond!

Excited: Katy looked delighted with her newly-lightened tresses
Photo by MTV: Katy Perry now gone blond!

American Dream singer,Katy Perry, 26,
has decided to go blond, well blond-ish!
The darker your natural hair colour,
the longer it takes for the bleach to
work! Hair fact!! Katy's hair is on the
verge of turning completely blond!
Well, they say blonds have more fun!
I thought Katy was fine as she was but
then again this could be a reinvention
stunt! Madonnna and Gaga have changed
their hair colour so many times, this
colour change seems to be catching on!

She sported the new hair colour on
MTV news. I remember when Lindsay Lohan
went from Red to Blond! It seemed to
cause quite the stir in Hollywood!

I think Katy will have fun with this
daring new hair colour! So long
as she stays true to herself!

Friday 22 July 2011

Schwarzeneggers United After Son's Surfing Accident!


(Photo by Getty Images)  Christopher Schwarzenegger,
                                            pictured in the middle.


The son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver,
Christopher, 14, spent the last number of days
 in intensive care in a Californian hospital
after a serious surfing accident on
Malibu beach! This came as
a massive shock to the family! Arnie and Maria
have put their differences aside for the moment,
to support their son!  It's reported that there's
an improvement in his health, the Doctors believe
that he will make a full recovery!
Hopefully Christopher is feeling better!



(Photo by Getty Images): Arnie and Maria



TMZ First Reported the severity of
his injuries:

'He suffered broken bones and a collapsed lung'.
(TMZ 2011)

TMZ also published the official statement
from the Schwarzenegger family, released
today:

The Statement reads as follows:

'The hospital staff have been extraordinary
to our son and to us'.
'We thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers
and ask for respect and privacy for Christopher
and our family."

(Schwarzenegger Family Official Statement
regarding son Christopher's Accident-
Published by TMZ, 2011)

Sending my best wishes to all
the Schwarzeneggers at this
challenging time! At least
Christopher is surrounded
by his loved ones! It was
a big tidal wave that caused
the damage!

Mother Nature
can be cruel!

Jedward Might Meet Their Idol, Britney Spears!


(Photo by AFP/Getty Images) 
Jedward sung their way to 8th place at Eurovision this year!

Irish double-act, Jedward, 19, might realise their dream of meeting
Britney Spears! Their Manager, XFactor judge, Louis Walsh
appeared on Alan Carr Chatty Man recently! Carr asked Walsh
if he could get Britney to do a song with Jedward? Walsh replied:
'I don't know whether people would want that? Would they?'.
Walsh then went on to say that meeting Britney would make
Jedward's day! Walsh mentioned that Spears is touring in
October, so who knows!?! Louis hinted that something's
in the pipeline!

In this weeks Star Magazine UK,
Jedward revealed to Julia Brooks

Jedward said:
'We're going to have
dinner with Britney Spears'
'All the people organising her
tour did our tour'
'We met all the team, so it's
cool-everyone's onboard'.

(Star Magazine-
Jedward by
Julia Brooks)


 Britney Spears
(Photo by Reuters) Britney!!


Everyone knows that Jedward
idolise Britney! I think most
people still remember their
memorable performances
on The XFactor! They
dressed up in a Spears
inspired pvc catsuit to her
song Oops I did It Again!
It's reported that the twins
purchased the famous
outfit Spears wore in her
Pepsi TV commercial
for a whopping
£15,000! What an
expensive tribute!!

It's also reported that
the Dublin duo are
set to take part
in Channel 5's
Celebrity Big Brother!
It's estimated that
the twins will pocket
a cool £1million!

Whatever people think of them,
they're at the top of their game!
They even made it onto the
Sunday Times Rich list this
year! Looks like there's a lot
of love and money for Jedward!

Kate Thornton Axed From 'Loose Women'


Photo by Chris O'Donovan:  Kate Thornton in happier times!

English TV Presenter, Kate Thornton, 38, has once again faced the
sack by TV bosses! Thornton has been dropped from Loose Women!
ITV's award winning daytime panel show is facing a struggle
with ratings! This comes as a crushing blow for the bubbly
star, this year she broke off her engagement to Darren Emerson

 The show will see a major reshuffle in the coming months,
 it's reported thatMaths genius, Carol Vordermann!
 However a new face on the Loose Women panel
might not suit all concerned!
Carol McGiffin revealed on Alan Carr Chatty Man
 (Channel 4 talk show) this week that she feels Vordermann
might be too 'upmarket' for the show.

Back in June of this year The Sun reported the
drop in ratings for ITV's hit panel show:

'The massive drop has left bosses worried the 12-year-old
format is growing "tired".More than 2million people tuned
in to one episode in January.
But just 700,000 watched on Friday June 3'.

(The Sun:JEN BLACKBURN

Sources close to Kate say that she's
devastated by her sacking from
Loose Women, Kate started
hosting the show back in
August 2009! Thornton
is now asking herslf,
Why did I get fired?

A close friend of the TV star
 spoke to Kelly Allen
of Star Magazine UK:

'Kate even says that her putting
on a few pounds might have contributed
to her sacking'.

(Star Magazine UK,
Kelly Allen 2011)

I really don't think that her sacking has
anything to do with her weight!
Kate looks like a healthy young
mother of one! There's nothing
wrong with curves! I say stay strong
Kate! People love you for being
you! Don't change!

For Thornton, it seems that all the
public scrutiny has made her feel
very self-conscious!

The last thing she needs now is
to worry about other people's
opinions! It's at times like
these that stars need strong
emotional support from
close friends and family!

Who knows maybe there
are better things ahead
for Ms Thornton!?!
Don't give up Kate!
We love you : )

Brian Dowling Is New Big Brother (UK) Host!

Brian
(Photo by P.A) Brian was crowned BB winner for a second time
last summer when he won Big Brother's Ultimate House mate!

Brian Dowling, 33, is the new host of Channel 5's Big Brother (UK)!
Since first winning Big Brother in 2001, the Irishman has gone on to
present shows for TV and Radio both in Ireland and the U.K.
This year Dowling was the co-host of RTE's entertainment
chat-show, Wagon's Den. The show gave Brian the opportunity
to showcase his sense of humour and ability to charm his guests!
He also got the chance to interview some well known celebs!

London has been his permanent residence for the last 10 years!
Yet he still finds time to visit his native Rathangan in
County Kildare! Many people don't know this but celeb twin
double act, Jedward, lived in the same village when they were
younger! The twins even went to the same school as Brian's
sister! It's a small world isn't it !?!

Mr.Dowling is guaranteed to light up
the Elstree studios this August when
Big Brother returns on Channel 5!

Good luck Brian!
Should be gr8 fun!

Rihanna: Celebrates Fan Proposal & Mourns The Loss of a Fan.

Rihanna
Photo by Splash News.


Rihanna has had her highs and
lows this week!

While on her Loud Tour
she did a meet and greet with
some American fans!
Riri couldn't believe her
eyes when a male fan
got down on his knees
to propose to his girlfriend!
The 'S.O.S' singer posed for some
special pics with
the newly engaged couple
Good news, his girlfriend
said Yes!! Congrats to the
happy couple!

Rihanna was hit with the very
tragic news this week that
one of her biggest fans
died in a car crash while
listening to the singer's
music! Suffice to say
the singer was devastated
when she heard of the
accident!

Rihanna took to her Twitter
page on Wednesday
 to pay tribute to Karen,
a 17 year old year old girl.

Rihanna tweeted:
'One of my biggest RihannaNavy
fans died today in a car accident!!!
 Gone but never EVER forgotten!!!!
She was only 17 #DearKaren,'
(Rihanna Twitter Page)


Rihanna is truly dedicated
to all of her fans! She remains
one of the most down to earth
celebs out there! Riri's very much
in touch with the real world!

Thursday 21 July 2011

Celeb Biographer, Ian Halperin Talks Lady Gaga!


Photo by R etna.com: Lady Gaga!

Lady Gaga is no stranger to
controversy! She's openly
admitted to sleepless nights,
sometimes inspiration hits
her in the middle of the night
for a new tune! She gets straight
on the phone to her creative
assistants at The Haus of Gaga!
It's no wonder are songs are so
good! Gaga works day and
night! But what really goes
on in her mind?


Celeb biographer,
Ian Halperin reveals
some of Gaga's insecurities
to Now Magazine (UK):

Gaga's obsessed with her weight.
'One friend told me Gaga will
stare at herself in the mirror
for hours on end, analysing
and critiquing her body.
'It's an unhealthy obsession.'
(Ian Halperin; Sourced:
Now Magazine UK)

There were reports over
the last few months that
Gaga was exhausted and
alledgedly she developed
the debilating skin
disease- Lupis!
She'a also alledgedly
admitted taking cocaine!
Naughty GaGa!!

We all get the impression
that Gaga likes living on
the edge! Ever the
perfectionist, she'll never
rest until she reaches her
 own Edge of Glory!

FRASIER Star & Ex-Wife, Camille Sort Out Custody Arrangements!


Photo by Getty Image


Frasier star, Kelsey Grammer and his
ex-wife, Camille are finalising custody
arrangements!
The pair went through 
a very bitter public break-up!
Camille went to star in a reality show
about famous Hollywood wives!

For her the show was a great way
 of 'airing' her  frustrations
about her ex- husband!
Now it seems like the ex-couple
have mended some bridges, at least for
now! They both love their kids!
So getting the right custody arrangement
is of the utmost importance to them!

Sources tell TMZ ... the agreement outlines
 who gets the kids, when and where, etc.
We're told Camille will have both kids
more than Kelsey, but the agreement
accommodates Kelsey's work schedule.(TMZ 2011)


Now both Grammer and Camille live
on opposite sides of the U.S.A.
Kelsey is now living in Chicago,
while Camille resides in L.A.
Imagine the cost of the airfares!
There was talk that the kids would
fly from back and forth! It all seems
so complicated! For most divorcees
the ex's usually live in the same
neighbourhood! Looks like
Grammar and Camille like
to keep their distance from
eachother! I only hope that
they do what's best for their
family!

Wednesday 20 July 2011

Wendi Murdoch Fights Back

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Photo by Enterprise News and Pictures.

Media magnet, Rupert Murdoch and his
son James Murdoch were giving
evidence to MP's in Westminster
yesterday when suddenly a Protester/
Comedian ran up to Mr Murdoch Snr
and tried to hit him with a custard pie.
This was when his wife, Wendi hit the
protester! The man was arrested by
police, however he didn't get off
lightly! While the handcuffed
attacker waited outside the chamber,
Mrs Murdoch allegedly took the
remains of the custard pie and threw
it into his face! Nobody messes with
her man and gets away with it!!
For all we know she might have
learnt martial arts! She's got those
lethal moves! After this incident, I
think people will think twice before
they mess with the Murdochs!!

Jennifer Lopez -The Wedding Singer!!

Actress Jennifer Lopez

 Photo by Enchantedlearning.com


Photo Getty Images: Jennifer Lopez


Jennifer Lopez is reportedly in the Ukraine.
The Popstar flew into Ukraine to perform
at a private wedding party hosted by a local
Billionaire.

TMZ reports:
Jennifer is reportedly pocketing a million bucks
 for her performance. Our wedding spies tell us
there are roughly 300 people attending the bash.
(TMZ 2011)

According to several sources the singer
performed for the wedding guests
in a late night bash which all kicked
off at 11:30pm, local time! Those
close to the singer reveal that
Ms Lopez thought the late night
gig was a bit strange, however that
nice large cheque will keep her
smiling! Spend it wisely JLO!!


Tuesday 19 July 2011

Cuban Model, William Levy Denies Affair with JLO.

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(Photo by INFdaily.com) Jennifer is beginning to show the strain since leaving
her husband, Marc Anthony. JLO looked stressed, her driver tries to make a
quick getaway after her photoshoot in L.A.

Jennifer Lopez, 41, has just left her husband Marc Anthony,
of 7 years! Now she was spotted out in her car in L.A. looking
frazzled by the whole ordeal! Her face looked all scrunched up
and stressed! The Latina superstar usually looks sensational,
the paparazzi clearly got way too close for comfort, as the singer
left the studios following a photoshoot!

 Reports have alledged that Ms Lopez had an affair with
William Levy, a Cuban male model who appeared in
her latest music video, 'I'm Into You'. From a viewers
perspective they seemed to share a strong on-screen
chemistry! However Levy is also going through
a separation! It could be nothing but a coincidence
that both separations happened around the same
time-frame? We really don't know for sure, it's
all speculation at this stage!

According to The Daily Mail (UK) Newspaper:
Levy separated from his wife of eight years,
Elizabeth Gutierrez, a month after the shoot.
Today Levy dismissed reports he is dating the

star, who announced her separation for
Marc Anthony on Friday.
(Daily Mail Article 19/07/11)

A spokesperson for Levy told TMZ:
 'The only relationship there was or is,
is a professional relationship.
That’s all there’s ever been.'
(TMZ 2011)

Levy, 30, denies ever having any affair
with JLO, 41, he insists that their
relationship was strictly professional
at all times! He has said though that
JLO was great fun to work with!
Levy is reportedly going
through the courts at the moment
related to alledged charges brought
against him by 2 female plaintiffs.

Cheryl Cole's American Dream


(Photo by Xposurephotos.com) Cheryl Cole

80's Pop Singer, Sinitta thinks that Simon Cowell
made the right decision to hire
 Nicole Scherzinger as the new judge on
The XFactor U.S.A.
It comes as Cheryl Cole was dropped by the show.
Some say it was because of her accent? Others
say that it was because she has not broken the
American music industry, most Americans still
don't know who she really is! Now Cheryl has
a new Manager, Will I.am from Rnb/Electro Pop
group, The Black Eyed Peas! With Will at the
helm of her career, who knows she might yet
become a household name in the States!

Speaking to The Sun (UK tabloid),
Sinitta spoke of Cheryl Cole's departure
from the XFactor U.S.A.

Sinitta 42, said:
 "Cheryl is beautiful but they've lots of
beautiful people in the US,
 especially in Hollywood.
Simon was right to let her go.
I think Nicole will do better.
She's used to the culture and she's stunning."
(The Sun 19/07/11 Sinitta Article)


Sinitta has always spoken very highly of
Cheryl. It's true though it's very hard
to crack Hollywood! Especially if
you're from the other side of the pond!
Yet hundreds of aspiring actors make
the move to the showbiz hotspot!

I've gotta feeling that Cheryl
will now go on to bigger and
better things! She's got the
looks and talent!
You go girl!!