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Saturday, January 21, 2012

Adele's relationship backed by loved ones

Adele has denied reports her boyfriend Simon Konecki is still married and explained he has been divorced from stylist Clary Fisher, the mother of his five-year-old daughter, ''for four years''.


Adele's new relationship has the support of "everyone" in her life.

The 'Someone Like You' hitmaker - who has been getting close to Simon Konecki, the boss of water charity Drop4Drop in recent weeks - has hit out at speculation her new lover is still married, explaining he has been divorced from stylist Clary Fisher, the mother of his five-year-old daughter, "for four years".

Writing on her blog, she said: "This is the first and last time I will comment on the details of my relationship with Simon. Contrary to reports and headlines in the press today, Simon is divorced and has been for 4 years.

Everyone in our lives separately and together wish us nothing but the best, and vice versa. These are the facts.

"Everyone in our lives separately and together wish us nothing but the best, and vice versa. These are the facts."

Meanwhile, the 23-year-old singer - who was forced to cancel a string of concerts in the US and England last year after undergoing surgery on her vocal cords for a benign polyp - has been banned from eating her beloved curry by doctors as she battles to get her voice back for a performance at February's BRIT Awards.

An insider told the Daily Star newspaper: "Adele loves curries. She keeps getting curry cravings, especially when she walks within sniffing distance of an Indian restaurant, but she's staying strong."

Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner's love tweets

Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner have taken to twitter to show their love for each other amid reports they had recently split.


Avril Lavigne and Brody Jenner have tweeted their love for one another.

Although it was recently claimed singer and the reality TV star - who had been dating for almost two years - had decided to call time on their relationship, they insist they are still as committed as ever.

Brody wrote: "It really upsets me to read all the FALSE!! stories. Avril has always been there for me and is the closest person to my heart. I love her (sic)."

It really upsets me to read all the FALSE!! stories. Avril has always been there for me and is the closest person to my heart. I love her (sic).

Avril replied: "luv u 2!!! @BrodyJenner (sic)."

The 'Complicated' singer - who was previously married to Sum 41 rocker Deryck Whibley - and the former 'Hills' star proved their dedication to one another a few months after they started dating by having matching tattoos.

Avril - who has a 'Brody' inking next to her right breast, while Brody's 'Avril' tattoo is on his inner arm - recently said she would like to marry again and have children.

The 27-year-old star said: "It's all about love and I make that my number one priority. One day I would hope to have kids and do that whole thing. Right now I'm very focused on my career, my album, my tour and naturally when that happens for me next, yeah I'll go for it."

Brigitte Nielsen slams sex with Stallone

Brigitte Nielsen has branded her former husband Sylvester Stallone terrible in bed.


Brigitte Nielsen has branded Sylvester Stallone terrible in bed.

The 65-year-old actor was married to the model-and-actress for two years from December 1985 and the Danish beauty says he was like "a rabbit" when they had sex and also admitted his steroid use had had an unfortunate side-effect.

During a chat on 'Ich bin ein Star - Holt mich hier raus!' - the German version of 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!', Brigitte spoke of the actor's steroid use, prompting former T V presenter Ramona Leiß to ask her: "Don't your balls shrink when you take steroids?"

Brigitte laughed and said: "Yes, yes, yes!"

Don't your balls shrink when you take steroids?

Pressed on whether he was good in bed, she added: "No! He was like a rabbit."

The 48-year-old star also discussed how the 'Rambo' star changed after they married, admitting he was very possessive.

She said: "A day after we married he was a completely different man. I was like his car. It was horrible."

Sylvester has previously admitted he had a "temporary form of insanity" during his relationship with Brigitte.

The 'Rocky' actor has been happily married to former model Jennifer Flavin since 1997, and the pair caught footage of his ex-lover when she appeared reality show 'Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew' in 2008 for problems with alcoholism.

He recalled: "I thought I was watching an old home movie. I sat on the sofa with Jennifer and of course, she pauses it and says, 'What were you thinking?' I go, 'I wasn't. It was an out-of-body experience. I've concluded that love is a temporary form of insanity and we should cut each other some slack.'

"I consider my life 10 per cent on target, and 90 per cent mistakes. But those 10 per cent counted."

Britney Spears' ringbearing sons

Britney Spears' sons, Sean preston and Jayden James, will be the ringbearers when she marries third husband Jason Trawick this summer.


Britney Spears' sons will be the ringbearers when she marries third husband Jason Trawick this summer.

The 'Toxic' singer will tie the knot with her former agent later this year and she wants Sean Preston, six, and five-year-old Jayden James - her boys from her marriage to second husband Kevin Federline - to play a big role.

A source told RadarOnline.com: "It's going to be a very intimate wedding with only immediate family and very, very close friends. It will probably be a destination wedding in a very warm, tropical location. There is absolutely no drama with the planning of the wedding and Britney will probably wear an off-white dress that will show off her killer bod. Britney's sons are absolutely going to be a part of the ceremony as ringbearers, and Jason has something very special planned for the boys that will take place during the wedding."

Britney doesn't want to get married until all legal matters have been dealt with. She wants to begin her life with Jason on a fresh clean slate.

However, Britney, 30, won't be marrying Jason until she has settled several lawsuits against her as she wants to start married life with a clean slate.

The source added: "Britney doesn't want to get married until all legal matters have been dealt with. She wants to begin her life with Jason on a fresh clean slate."

As well as being married to Kevin, Britney also had her first marriage to childhood friend Jason Alexander annulled after just 55 hours in January 2004.

Friday, January 20, 2012

David Furnish: 'Madonna's Globe win was a fluke'

David Furnish thinks Madonna may have won her Golden Globe for Best Song because she agreed to turn up to the event and present an award.


David Furnish has questioned if Madonna won a Golden Globe because she agreed to present an award.

The Canadian director, who is married to Sir Elton John - who was also nominated in the Best Song category at the event on Sunday (15.01.12) - does not think she should have picked up the prize because no one has heard the song 'Masterpiece' from her directorial debut 'W.E.'.

He is quoted by the New York Post newspaper as saying: "I think it was a fluke. When this happens you have to question the integrity of the awards. Did Madonna get the Golden Globe because she attended the awards and agreed to be a presenter?

"Can you sing Madonna's song? Can you hum it? It's a song nobody has heard from a film few have seen. The award should have gone to Mary J. Blige or Elton."

Can you sing Madonna's song? Can you hum it? It's a song nobody has heard from a film few have seen. The award should have gone to Mary J. Blige or Elton.

Despite his comments, David went on to praise Madonna's music - but took a swipe at her movie-making skills.

He added: "I like Madonna's music, but not her movies. She should stick to what she is good at."

Writing on Facebook immediately after the Golden Globes, an angry David claimed Madonna was "embarrassing" and "desperate".

He wrote: "Madonna. Best song???? F**k off!!!

"Madonna winning Best Original Song truly shows how these awards have nothing to do with merit. Her acceptance speech was embarrassing in it's narcissism. And her critisism ofGaga shows how desperate she really is. (sic)"

Harry Styles 'head over heels' in love

Harry Style is ''head over heels'' in love with Caroline Flack and has reassured her he won't give in to pressure about their relationship.


Harry Styles is "head over heels" for Caroline Flack.

The One Direction singer - who started dating the 'Xtra Factor' presenter in October - has reassured the TV star that he isn't worried about their 15-year age gap and won't give in o criticisms of their romance.

A source said: "Harry's absolutely head over heels with Caroline and keeps telling her so. But obviously all the hassle their relationship's had and the fact that he's a teenager on tour surrounded by young girls has left her feeling uneasy.

She even confided that she doesn't think they'll last beyond the summer. She does care deeply for him - he makes her laugh.

"However, Harry's assured Caroline there won't be any partying on the One Direction tour. He just has no interest. He can't believe his luck that he is dating Caroline and is going out of his way to show her how he loves her. He spoilt her rotten with gifts including a Mulberry bag."

Though she is happy, Caroline, 32, has reportedly told Harry, 17, he should consider getting a girlfriend his own age but he only has eyes for her.

The source told Now magazine: "She's told him he should be with a girl his own age but he doesn't listen.

"She even confided that she doesn't think they'll last beyond the summer. She does care deeply for him - he makes her laugh."

Jackson family drops restitution bid

The family of late singer Michael Jackson have dropped their $100 million restitution bid against Dr. Conrad Murray.


The family of late singer Michael Jackson have dropped their restitution bid against Dr. Conrad Murray.

Relatives of the 'Thriller' hitmaker - including his parents Joe and Katherine and children Prince, 14, Paris, 13, and nine-year-old Prince Michael II, who is known as Blanket - had been seeking $100 million damages from the medic but have now decided not to pursue the claim because the doctor is close to being broke and his medical licence has been revoked.

As a result, the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office have cancelled a hearing which was set for Monday (23..01.12),

We informed Judge Pastor that the Jackson family is not seeking restitution and asked that the matter be taken off the calendar.

District Attorney's Office spokeswoman Jane Robison told E! News: "We informed Judge Pastor that the Jackson family is not seeking restitution and asked that the matter be taken off the calendar."

The Jacksons initially argued that Murray - who was convicted of the involuntary manslaughter of the star in November - should make up for the projected earnings from Michael's 'This Is It' 50-date London residency, scheduled to start just weeks after his death from acute Propofol intoxication in June 2009.

However, during the medic's sentencing, even prosecutors conceded it would be impossible for Murray to repay $100 million and he filed paperwork last month saying he is almost bankrupt and can't pay $1.8 million in funeral expenses.

Murray is currently serving a four-year jail term over Michael's death, but is expected to be released in just over two years due to overcrowding in the California state prison system.

Jay-Z throws celebration party for Blue Ivy

Jay-Z has thrown a lavish party at his 40/40 nightclub in New York to celebrate the birth of his and Beyonce Knowles' baby Blue Ivy.


Jay-Z has thrown a lavish party to celebrate the birth of his baby.

The rapper made his first public appearance since Blue Ivy - his daughter with wife Beyonce Knowles - was born earlier this month - at the relaunch of his New York nightspot 40/40 and he partied in style.

The 42-year-old star laid on a champagne tower created with 350 handmade gold Armand de Brignac bottles that stretched from floor to ceiling and was topped with a baby-carrying stork.

A source said: "All that preparation must have been thirsty work - judging from the champagne tower Jay laid on. Nothing like that has ever been created before.

It was a bit OTT but he's mad about his daughter. There's nothing he wouldn't do for her. You'd expect nothing less from the richest man in rap.

"It was a bit OTT but he's mad about his daughter. There's nothing he wouldn't do for her. You'd expect nothing less from the richest man in rap."

A number of celebrity guests were invited to the party including Alex Rodriguez, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz and members of the New Jersey Nets basketball team and New York Yankees baseball team, while singer Ashanti, baseball star C. C. Sabathia and director Spike Lee were all spotted arriving at the bash.

However, the security-conscious star had taken steps to ensure no unwanted guests made an appearance.

A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "No wonder security was tight. A lot of money has been pumped into Jay's club, with state of the art 165in video screens, and they weren't about to take any risks with gate-crashers.

"Security was phenomenal, with guests being frisked at the door and people going through metal detectors to make sure no weapons were brought in for the club's grand re-opening."

Jennifer Lopez's boyfriend defends age gap

Jennifer Lopez's boyfriend Casper Smart has taken to twitter to defend the almost 20-year age gap between them.


Jennifer Lopez's boyfriend has defended their age gap on twitter.

Casper Smart, 24, has been dating the 'On the Floor' singer in the wake of her split from Marc Anthony but in a series of tweets appears to have hit back at criticism that the 42-year-old star is too old for him.

He wrote: "Age, status, n opinions of others are irrelevant. Our hearts are endless and our souls infinite........... To be continued

"Our ages are mere reminders of the hours logged on this earth and the precious time remaining......... To be continued

We should all honor our time here by indulging our passion and dreams. So, close your ears and open your hearts; Love and be happy! (sic).

" We should all honor our time here by indulging our passion and dreams. So, close your ears and open your hearts; Love and be happy! (sic)."

Jennifer - who has three-year-old twins Max and Emme with former spouse Marc - then retweeted his comments.

This isn't the first time Casper has taken to twitter to defend his relationship with Jennifer, previously writing that he finds people's idle speculation about their love confusing.

He wrote on twitter: "I don't understand how people can speak on other people or things they know nothing of??!!! #CRAZY. Off to Morocco!!!! (sic)"

He has also been retweeting people who have defended the pair's romance, in particular comments from twitter user @Prettyboymiguel, who wrote: "I think @Caspersmart and @JLo make a really good couple but you know everyones gonna hate cuz when your happy or successful ppl have to hate.

Joan Collins' diva demands

Joan Collins admits she is a ''total diva'' and always insists on pink dressing rooms.


Joan Collins insists her dressing rooms are painted pink.

The 78-year-old actress - who is married to 46-year-old Percy Gibson - admits she can be a "total diva" and always has a specific list of demands.

She told Closer magazine: "I'm a total diva in real life. I'm very difficult - ask anybody.

"I always have my dressing room painted pink and full of Evian."

I always have my dressing room painted pink and full of Evian.

Joan also admitted she is not a fan of cosmetic surgery procedures or Botox injections and credits her own youthful looks to good skincare.

She said: "I never go to bed without taking off my make-up and applying night cream. I've been doing it for 400 years!

"Botox is poison - they don't even know the long-term effects yet. With facelifts, I've seen some good and bad ones, but having plastic surgery in your 20s is sad and dangerous."

Joan has previously stated she believes sex is an important factor to keep looking young.

She said: "Let's not forget the importance of sex when it comes to looking and feeling good. Many of the world's most celebrated women have been sexually active well into middle age and beyond. The great French actress Sarah Bernhardt, and the legendary designer Coco Chanel, both had lovers well into their later lives. It is every adult's prerogative to enjoy sex (although young people may not agree). It delights me to read about a couple marrying in their 80s, or discovering a lost love from 50 years ago. Romance never dies - if you believe in it."

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Kardashian family magazine shelved

Plans for a magazine about the Kardashian family have reportedly been shelved because proposed publishers AMI were unhappy with Kris Jenner's demands.


Plans for a Kardashian family magazine have reportedly been shelved because of Kris Jenner's demands.

The showbiz matriarch reportedly infuriated prospective publishers American Media Inc. (AMI) with her request for approval on stories about her family across all their other publications, which include Shape, Star, National Enquirer and Radar Online.

Though in return Kris allegedly offered to give all of the family's news to the proposed magazine, AMI rejected the deal, arguing that though E! have a deal for their television shows, other outlets often get better stories about the clan,

AMI chief David Pecker made it clear that there was no way he was going to tell his editors what stories they could and couldn't do.

A source told the New York Post newspaper: "AMI chief David Pecker made it clear that there was no way he was going to tell his editors what stories they could and couldn't do."

In return, Kris pulled all Kardashian-related product advertisements from Star magazine.

However, a spokesperson for the reality TV star insisted no conversation about her "demands" had taken place but she was unhappy over false claims made regarding the paternity of daughter Khloe.

The representative said: "Kris has never had a conversation with AMI regarding this issue [of her demands]. But, the allegations contained in the Star article about Khloe not being a Kardashian are completely fabricated, false and untrue. Robert Kardashian is absolutely her biological father, so of course she was upset over their story."

Lydia Bright eyes Strictly Come Dancing

The Only Way Is Essex's Lydia Bright thinks appearing in 'Strictly Come Dancing' would be ''really fun''.


Lydia Bright thinks appearing in 'Strictly Come Dancing' would be "really fun".

The 20-year-old star explained while she has no plans to leave 'The Only Way Is Essex' at the moment, she would love to take part in the BBC One celebrity dance competition in the future.

She exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "I'd love to do 'Strictly', I think it sounds really fun. I like trying new things.

You never know, if it came around and it was the right opportunity for me then I would definitely consider it. At the moment I'm really enjoying filming 'TOWIE' and being involved with that.

"You never know, if it came around and it was the right opportunity for me then I would definitely consider it. At the moment I'm really enjoying filming 'TOWIE' and being involved with that."

While Lydia admitted she may eventually follow in the footsteps of former co-stars Mark Wright and Kirk Norcross - who quit the ITV2 reality show to appear on 'I'm A Celebrity . Get Me Out Of Here!' and 'Celebrity Big Brother' respectively - she is in "no rush" to leave 'TOWIE'.

She added: "Different opportunities come our way every day. Mark and Kirk chose to leave because they had different projects organised.

"You never know and if the right opportunity came my way then there could be the chance I'd leave. But right now I'm staying in 'TOWIE' and enjoying my time on the show. I'm in no rush to leave anytime soon."

Lydia Bright and James Argent are celebrating the Cadbury Creme Egg season, visit Facebook.com/cadburycremeegg to play Goo Games

Madonna loves underwear

Madonna loves underwear and dresses in fishnet stockings and Victoria's Secret underpants for her boyfriend.


Madonna's underwear are her favourite possessions.

The 53-year-old singer likes to look sexy for her boyfriend 24-year-old Brahim Zabrat and wears racy lingerie from underwear chain Victoria's Secret with stockings.

She is quoted by the Daily Star newspaper as saying: "My favourite things in life are my fishnets and my Victoria's Secret underpants."

The 'Material Girl' star is currently preparing for the release of her 12th album 'M.D.N.A' and has dropped her exercise regime in favour of dance workouts to keep her in the best shape.

My favourite things in life are my fishnets and my Victoria's Secret underpants.

She said: "I'm not really doing Pilates any more. I'm just dancing. You know, dance aerobics. The best thing for your bum."

Madonna's racy past is no secret, with her releasing an explicit book, 'Sex' featuring nude photographs of her in 1992, and making a sexually-explicit video for her 1990 single 'Justify My Love', which was banned by MTV.

The singer has also recently credited "love" with helping her retain her youthful looks.

She said: "'What's my secret? Love. I don't know. I don't have a secret. The most important thing is being happy."

'M.D.N.A' is scheduled for release in March, while Madonna is set to play the Super Bowl XLVI Half Time Show in February.

Nick Jonas 'open' to stage nudity

Nick Jonas would not mind it if he had to get naked for a theatre role and would be ''open'' to the idea.


Nick Jonas is "open" to the idea of going naked on stage.

The Jonas Brothers star is taking over from Daniel Radcliffe in the Broadway show 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying', and he wouldn't be against following in the 'Harry Potter' actor's footsteps after he stripped completely for his role in 'Equus'.

Nick said: "I love theatre and I understand the difference between acting and who you are as a person. I don't know that it's something I would've done in the end, but I definitely would've considered it. You have to be open to everything."

They also give really good gifts at our meet-and-greets -- hats, scarves, and other things. They always have good taste.

The 19-year-old hunk is particularly grateful for his gay fans because they always give good gifts and have "good taste".

He told Advocate magazine: "We love our gay fans. It was definitely cool when we realised that, because the more you can grow your audience, the more people you can impact. They've been incredible over the years. My brothers and I totally look forward to meeting them, because they really respond to our style, and it's cool to see how our influence has impacted what they're wearing.

"They also give really good gifts at our meet-and-greets -- hats, scarves, and other things. They always have good taste."

Roger Waters has married

Pink Floyd star Roger Waters married fourth wife Laurie Durning on Saturday (14.01.12.


Pink Floyd star Roger Waters has married again.

The 68-year-old musician tied the knot with his longtime fiancee Laurie Durning in front of just six guests at their home in Southampton, New York last Saturday (14.01.12).

News of the marriage was announced by radio DJ Howard Stern on twitter, after he interviewed Roger.

He tweeted: "Roger Waters just announced that he got married on Saturday to his 4th wife and longtime girlfriend. He has a prenup & couldn't be happier (sic)."

Roger Waters just announced that he got married on Saturday to his 4th wife and longtime girlfriend. He has a prenup & couldn't be happier (sic).

In November last year, Roger said he was planning to wed before the next leg of his 'The Wall Live' tour, which starts in Australia next week.

He said: "It just seems like a good time to do it before the tour."

Filmmaker-and-actress Laurie had been engaged to Roger for seven years prior to their marriage.

The 'Another Brick in the Wall' star has been married three times before, to Judy Trimm from1968 to 1975, Carolyne Christie from 1976 to 1992 and then to Pricilla Phillips from 1993 to 2001.

He has grown up daughter, India, a model, Harry, who is a musician and another son who was born in 1997.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Beyonce Knowles has 'most beautiful girl in the world'

Beyonce Knowles' sister Solange has taken to twitter to reveal her first encounter with her niece Blue Ivy Carter, describing her as the ''the most beautiful girl in the world''.


Beyonce Knowles' sister has described her newborn baby as the "the most beautiful girl in the world".

The 'Halo' hitmaker gave birth to daughter Blue Ivy Carter - her first child with rapper husband Jay-Z - at the Lenox Hill Hospital in New York on Saturday (07.01.11) and proud aunt Solange took to twitter yesterday (08.01.11) to reveal her delight.

She tweeted: "The most beautiful girl in the world."

the most beautiful girl in the world

After initial confusion over the tot's name, with initial reports claiming it was Ivy Blue, Gwyneth Paltrow confirmed the correct moniker on the micro-blogging site.

The actress - who along with her husband Chris Martin is close friends with Jay-Z and Beyonce - wrote: "Welcome to the world Blue! We love you already. (sic)"

Following an inquiry from a confused user who wrote : "Is it ivy blue, or blue ivy? so confused", Gwyneth replied "It's Blue Ivy Carter!"

Jay - real name Shawn Carter - was by his wife's side as she delivered the tot via Caesarean section, after checking in under the pseudonym Ingrid Jackson and they are thought to have paid $1.3 million to rent out the entire fourth floor of the hospital.

Security was tight at Lenox Hill Hospital with staff reportedly being asked to turn in their phones and security cameras were covered with tape.

Brad Pitt injures knee

Brad Pitt is walking with a cane after suffering knee ligament damage in a fall while carrying his three-year-old daughter Vivienne.


Brad Pitt injured his knee during a fall with his three-year-old daughter.

The 'Moneyball' actor has been walking with a cane after sustaining ligament damage when he slipped whilst carrying Vivienne and put his body on the line to protect his child.

He explained: "I was carrying my daughter Vivienne down the hill and I slipped. It was either her or me."

Brad's partner Angelina revealed the actor's actions ensured the youngster escaped the tumble unscathed.

I was carrying my daughter Vivienne down the hill and I slipped. It was either her or me.

She said: "Vivie's OK. She was absolutely fine."

The 'Tourist' actress admitted she liked Brad's new adornment and insisted his injury has not slowed him down.

Speaking on the red carpet at the 23rd International Palm Springs Film Festival in California, she said: "I like the cane. He's not that kind of guy. He does everything still."

The brunette beauty - who raises six children with Brad - admitted she has also suffered injuries caring for their kids.

She recalled: "I think all parents get injured in the line of fire. When Maddox was young, I fell and hurt my elbow. It's a pretty common occurrence."

The couple were not planning on enjoying any after-parties at the festival because of their family commitments.

Angelina explained: "We are rushing back to the kids tonight. We have a birthday party in the morning with our daughter."

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

David Thewlis' expensive giraffe

David Thewlis has revealed he initially wanted to close his short film 'Hello, Hello, Hello' with a shot of a giraffe, but couldn't afford it.


David Thewlis once spent £2,000 on a camel for a scene in a film - because he couldn't afford a giraffe.

The British actor, director and author originally wanted to close his short film 'Hello, Hello, Hello' with a shot of an ostrich running down a road, but noted it had already been done by another director, making him initially set his sights higher, and wanted to hire a giraffe.

He explained: "I couldn't afford a giraffe. Four thousand pounds it was to get a giraffe. But I could get a camel for £2,000. And it was a beautiful camel. I expected a scraggy-looking thing to turn up, but on the night they said, 'The camel's here, David,' and I turned around and thought 'Ah!' because it was gorgeous."

It was supposed to be something much stranger. It was supposed to be very inspired by Bunuel, but you'd struggle to see that.

David has since made one full length film, 'Cheeky', but admits the end result wasn't quite what he had hoped.

He added: "I'd directed a short film, and I really enjoyed it. And then I wrote 'Cheeky', and I was never meant to direct that.

"But I got persuaded to direct it, and persuaded to be in it, and that was never the plan. I didn't have a very good time and I don't like the finished product. I think it's rubbish. Well, it's not rubbish, but it's not what it was supposed to be.

"It was supposed to be something much stranger. It was supposed to be very inspired by Bunuel, but you'd struggle to see that."

Ellie Goulding splits from boyfriend

Ellie Goulding has split from her boyfriend of 18 months, Radio 1 DJ Greg James.


Ellie Goulding has split from boyfriend Greg James.

The 'Your Song' singer and the Radio 1 DJ have called time on their 18-month relationship after finding it hard to spend together because of their busy work schedules.

A source told The Sun newspaper "Things had not been right for a while but they only called it a day a month ago. It was just a real struggle for them to be in the same place at the same time.

"The split is amicable and they are still friends."

The split is amicable and they are still friends.

Ellie is now concentrating on her next album and will put all her efforts into her career.

On New Year's Eve (31.12.11), she tweeted: "Next year is mostly about my new record, being a good person and my first marathon. Really grateful for my life."

News of the split comes three months after Ellie moved out of Greg's home.

The 'Starry Eyed' singer decided to leave the apartment she was sharing with Greg as they thought it would help keep the relationship exciting.

A source said "They're doing what's best for them, and they're happy to have their own places at the moment. They're definitely still together."

Justin Bieber talks to God

Justin Bieber has admitted he is believes in God but doesn't go to church to affirm his Christian faith, preferring to pray in private.


Justin Bieber talks directly to God.

The 17-year-old pop superstar is a Christian and believes there is a higher power guiding everyone's lives, but he doesn't go to church to affirm his faith and instead focuses on praying to God in private.

He told V magazine: "A lot of people who are religious, I think they get lost. They go to church just to go to church. I'm not trying to disrespect them ... but for me, I focus more on praying and talking to Him. I don't have to go to church."

A lot of people who are religious, I think they get lost. They go to church just to go to church. I'm not trying to disrespect them ... but for me, I focus more on praying and talking to Him. I don't have to go to church.

Although he doesn't go to a place of worship, the 'Baby' singer recently got a tattoo of Jesus Christ's face on his left calf and showed it off during a trip to a Los Angeles beach.

In the interview, Justin - who is dating 19-year-old star Selena Gomez - also complained that as he has got more successful and famous he has become a target for people.

He added: "Now that I'm on top, everyone wants to bring me down ... Everyone's trying to tug at me and take my spot. Like Floyd Mayweather, he's the best boxer in the world. Now he is a champion. Every time he goes to a fight now, people are like, 'He's going to lose this time.' "

Justin was stunned last year when a 20-year-old fan, Mariah Yeater, accused him of being the father of her baby Tristyn, a claim which he vehemently denied and is yet unproven.

Katherine Jenkins cries on stage

Katherine Jenkins broke down on stage over her split with Gethin Jones as she kicked off her tour in Oxford, Middle England, at the weekend.


Katherine Jenkins cried on stage at the weekend.

The singer announced in December she and TV presenter Gethin Jones were separating and the pain of the split proved too much for her to cope with as she kicked off the first night of her UK tour in Oxford, Middle England, on Saturday night (07.01.12).

As she performed her song 'Your Silhouette', which includes the lines "lying in your empty bed" and "clinging to a memory of you", Katherine turned away from the audience and was comforted by her musical director Anthony Inglis.

lying in your empty bed and clinging to a memory of you

Katherine received two standing ovations for her performance and told the crowd at the New Theatre she had not been sure if she should perform at all.

The 31-year-old star was not wearing the £10,000 engagement ring given to her by Gethin for the performance.

The couple both announced their split on twitter on December 30. Katherine told fans: "Sorry for being quiet of late, its just that I have some very sad news. Geth & I have decided to go our separate ways. We are both beyond broken hearted. All your hugs & support will be much appreciated xxx (sic)" 

Jones told his followers: "Hi everybody. I'm deeply sad to tell you that Kath and I have ended our relationship as a couple. We are both heart broken... Gx."

Katy Perry has 'happy heart' again

Katy Perry has taken to her twitter account to thank fans for their support following her split from Russell Brand, and she told them she has a ''happy heart again''.


Katy Perry has thanked fans for their support following her split from Russell Brand.

The 'Firework' hitmaker - who broke up with the actor on December 30, 2011 when he filed for divorce - took to her twitter account after a two-week break to pay tribute to her supporters and reassure them she has a "happy heart" again.

She tweeted yesterday (08.01.12): "I am so grateful for all the love and support I've had from people around the world. You guys have made my heart happy again."

The pop star - whose last twitter entry was on December 27 - also insisted she is the only person who speaks for herself after her evangelical mother and father spoke about the split last week.

I am so grateful for all the love and support I've had from people around the world. You guys have made my heart happy again.

She tweeted: "Concerning the gossip, I want to be clear that NO ONE speaks for me. Not a blog, magazine, "close sources" or my family."

Last week, Katy's parents Christian pastors Keith and Mary Hudson spoke about the pair's break up for the first time from the pulpit of their church.

Mary said: "I'm sure that Katy's trending on the Internet was to get you here to church tonight.

"I mean all over the world, who knows how God is bringing them in? The most important thing is you are here and God wants to put the fire in you in 2012."

Since filing for divorce, Russell has been residing in the UK, while Katy has been staying with her grandmother in Santa Barbara.

Lindsay Lohan gets no regrets tattoo

Lindsay Lohan has had 'Live Without Regrets' tattooed onto her left wrist to mark a ''great point in her life''.


Lindsay Lohan has a new tattoo to mark a "great point in her life".

The troubled actress - who has endured several stints in rehab and various legal woes in recent years - visited a Los Angeles tattoo parlour on Friday (06.01.12) to get 'Live Without Regrets' etched on her left wrist, and friends told website TMZ she wanted the inking to remind her of how good she is feeling at the moment.

The insider claimed Lindsay is particularly excited about March 29, the date she will finally finish her stint of court ordered community service which she was made to undertake after breaching the terms of probation which were set following a 2007 driving under the influence conviction.

clear as a crystal, sharp as a knife, I feel like I'm in the prime of my life

The 'Mean Girls' star has several other quotation tattoos already, recently getting the Billy Joel lyric "clear as a crystal, sharp as a knife, I feel like I'm in the prime of my life", from the song 'I Go to Extremes', inked onto her rib cage.

On her inner right wrist, Lindsay has the word 'Breathe', close to where she had the Marilyn Monroe quote 'I restore myself when I'm alone' inked after splitting from Samantha Ronson in 2009.

She also has 'La Bella Vita' etched on her back.

Monday, January 9, 2012

Madonna 'loitered' at Wallis Simpson's house

Madonna used to ''loiter like some weirdo'' in front of the building where the subject of her film 'W.E.', Wallis Simpson, once lived.


Madonna used to "loiter like some weirdo" in front of the building where Wallis Simpson used to live.

The singer is making her directorial debut with 'W.E', about the American mistress of King George VI whom he gave up the throne to marry in 1936, and admits the building where she used live in London fascinated her.

She told Sunday Times Culture magazine: "I filmed right around the corner and I did often go in front of her building and just stand around and loiter, like some weirdo, hoping to pick up something left in the air, some kind of magic left behind.

I tried to imagine the king driving up every day for cocktails. And it turned out my daughter's best friend lives in that building, so I was able to go inside.

"I tried to imagine the king driving up every day for cocktails. And it turned out my daughter's best friend lives in that building, so I was able to go inside."

Madonna – who married British director Guy Ritchie and moved to England in 2000 - also said she felt she could "relate" to Wallis' situation.

She added: "I could relate to her feeling an outsider. I think Id' moved here and got married and had to start my life all over again. I felt like I didn't know anybody, and had no circle of friends, so there must have been an unconscious connection there."

'W.E.' is in cinemas from January 20.

Marvin Humes buys custom car for Rochelle

Marvin Humes has bought Rochelle Wiseman a ?50,000 customised Range Rover car as an engagement present.


Marvin Humes has bought Rochelle Wiseman a £50,000 car as an engagement present.

The JLS singer - who got engaged to The Saturdays beauty during a festive holiday to the Maldives - splashed out on the customised white Range Rover Sport, which he had delivered to his fiancee's house wrapped in a red ribbon.

After receiving the gift, Rochelle tweeted@: "best engagement pressie ever! I looveee my baby wooooppppp (sic)"

Marvin is said to be "ecstatic" with Rochelle's delight with the surprise - though he has also been joking about wanting to have sex in the vehicle.

best engagement pressie ever! I looveee my baby wooooppppp (sic)

A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "Marvin was ecstatic with Rochelle's reaction to the car. He loves big romantic gestures. 

"He did ruin it a bit though by joking to his mates he was going to put a duvet and pillow in the back so they could christen the car over the weekend." 

The pair returned from their break at the weekend and Rochelle joked she is already missing the sunshine.

She tweeted: "I'm home! Its does actually feel good to be home, even though the weather isn't the same! haha

"I heard that I was in Antigua, never been haha! I was in the MALDIVES! What a stunning place, had THE best holiday.

Paris Hilton plans house record

Paris Hilton has revealed she has worked with a number of top DJs on a house album which she plans to release later this year.


Paris Hilton will release a house album in the summer.

The 30-year-old socialite has had to put her musical ambitions on hold because of her TV commitments but is looking forward to returning to her chart career and has been working with a number of "top DJs".

She said: "I have a huge passion for house music. It always has been my passion. I just haven't been able to focus on it, because I have been doing reality TV for so long now.

I've been working on the album with lots of other top DJs for a while now and I think people will be really surprised. It's very modern and very catchy; perfect party music.

"I've been working on the album with lots of other top DJs for a while now and I think people will be really surprised. It's very modern and very catchy; perfect party music."

The reality TV star is a big music fan and says she is thrilled with the current state of dance music, having experienced many enjoyable nights clubbing over the last 12 months.

She told FHM magazine: "There are just so many great DJs right now. And I should know, I've been to over 100 raves in the past year, so I've heard every type of music."

Paula Abdul splits from boyfriend

Paula Abdul and her boyfriend Jeff Bratton split in November after 18 months together due to work commitments.


Paula Abdul has split from her boyfriend.

The 'X Factor' judge and Jeff Bratton called time on their 18 month relationship in November and the record label owner has revealed it was due to work commitments.

He said: "Paula and I split in November. It was an amicable thing. But between the final months of 'X Factor' and my responsibilities with (my label) Cascine, there was little time for us."

The distance in their relationship is also said to have been a contributing factor, with Paula based in Los Angeles, while Jeff spends most of his time in New York.

Paula and I split in November. It was an amicable thing. But between the final months of 'X Factor' and my responsibilities with (my label) Cascine, there was little time for us.

The pair first met on a flight in 2010, but always made a joint effort to keep their romance out of the spotlight.

And Jeff is adamant he and Paula are still on good terms.

He explained: "We're still close. And I'll always be grateful for the time we shared as a couple."

Paula, 49, isn't the only judge on the new US version of 'The X Factor' to split from their boyfriend.

Nicole Scherzinger and her partner, Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, ended their four year relationship in October due to work pressures.

However, the pair spent New Year's Eve (31.12.11) together at a ski resort in Vail, Colorado, and have both admitted since the break-up that they still have very strong feelings for one another.

Tom Hiddleston nearly cried for War Horse role

Tom Hiddleston ''nearly whooped, wept, laughed and cried,'' when he was offered the starring role in Steven Spielberg's epic 'War Horse'.


Tom Hiddleston "nearly wept, laughed and cried," when offered the starring role in 'War Horse'.

The 31-year-old actor was shocked when director Steven Spielberg called asking to meet him about his World War I epic, and found himself even more taken aback when he was offered the role straight away.

He explained to The Independent newspaper: "I remember going home and thinking 'What is happening to my life? How did I get here? I'm about to meet one of my heroes! Don't f**k it up!'

nearly wept, laughed and cried,

"[When he then offered me the part] I nearly whooped, wept, laughed and cried."

Tom's profile has risen fast, with him appearing in 'The Deep Blue Sea', 'Unrelated' and then as villain Loki in 'Thor', which led on to a tie-in part in 'The Avengers', in which he got to meet some of the biggest stars in Hollywood - although he found it "bizarre" to see them in costume.

He added: "There was one day when, as Loki, I was sat on some steps, staring at the Avengers in front of me. It would be quite odd just to look at a grouping that involves Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans, Samuel L Jackson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner and Chris Hemsworth.

"But the fact that they were dressed in the most outlandish hero costumes was bizarre! And I thought to myself, 'This is the dizzy heights.'"

Thursday, January 5, 2012

Caroline Goodall

 Birth Name: Caroline Cruice Goodall

Age: 52, born 13 November 1959


Born and residing in: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 8"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married

About: Born in Britain to Australian parents, Caroline Goodall is internationally known as a leading actress who has starred in some of the biggest blockbusters of the last fifteen years, including Schindler's List (1993), Hook (1991), Cliffhanger (1993), Disclosure (1994), White Squall (1996) and The Princess Diaries (2001). She is a graduate of Bristol University where she gained a BA Hons. in Drama and English, and studied alongside other notable screenwriters such as Jeremy Brock (Mr Born in Britain to Australian parents, Caroline Goodall is internationally known as a leading actress who has starred in some of the biggest blockbusters of the last fifteen years, including Schindler's List (1993), Hook (1991), Cliffhanger (1993), Disclosure (1994), White Squall (1996) and The Princess Diaries (2001).

She is a graduate of Bristol University where she gained a BA Hons. in Drama and English, and studied alongside other notable screenwriters such as Jeremy Brock (Mrs. Brown). As a writer, in addition to "The Bay of Silence" for Radiant Pictures, credits include screen adaptations of Rupert Thomson's "Dreams Of Leaving" for HKM Films.


A former member of The Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre of Great Britain, Caroline appeared extensively on stage before being chosen by Steven Spielberg to star in Hook (1991) in 1991. Since then, she has worked on film and TV projects in the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia, striking a balance between Independent and Studio films, as well as maintaining a TV presence in Britain and Australia. She was nominated for Best Actress by the Australian Film Institute in 1990 for Cassidy (1989) (TV) and again in 1995 for Hotel Sorrento (1995). There followed a Logie nomination for Best Actress for "A Difficult Woman" (1998) which also won best TV mini series at the New York Festival in 1998.


She is married to Nicola Pecorini and has two children, Gemma and Leone. She is sister to producer Victoria Goodall, who is married to actor/director Dallas Campbell.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Catherine Zeta-Jones

 Birth Name: Catherine Jones

Age: 42, born 25 September 1969


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 8"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Michael Douglas


" In April, the 42-year-old actress briefly checked into a mental-health facility to receive treatment for bipolar II disorder, citing the stress of the previous year—which had included her husband Michael Douglas's battle with throat cancer. There are several subtypes of bipolar disorder, a mental illness in which bouts of depression are punctuated with episodes of the abnormally elevated mood known as mania. Bipolar II, which is often mistaken for depression, is characterized by a milder fo"

Elizabeth Taylor

 Birth Name: Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor

Born: 27 February 1932 Died: 23 March 2011


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 2"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


"Beginning with her screen debut at age ten, she has riveted audiences with her stunning beauty, violet eyes, and emotional depth; she is a legend for the ages - the quintessential movie star. Essential Films Father of the Bride 1950, MGM A Place in the Sun 1951, Paramount Cat on a Hot Tin Roof 1958, MGM Suddenly, Last Summer 1959, Columbia Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? 1966, Warner Bros."

Emily Mortimer

 Age: 41, born 1 December 1971

Country of origin: United Kingdom


Currently Residing In: United States


Height: 5' 8"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Alessandro Nivola

About: Emily Kathleen A. Mortimer[1] (born 1 December 1971) is a British actress.[2] She began performing on stage, and has since appeared in several film and television roles, including Scream 3, Match Point, Lars and the Real Girl, and Shutter Island.

Emily Watson

 Birth Name: Emily Anita Watson

Age: 44, born 14 January 1967


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 8"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Jack Waters


"Bess McNeil A deeply religious, gullible, and childish European woman, Bess McNeil is married to Jan (Stellan Starsgard,) and oil rig worker. Unable to bear their time apart while he works on the boat, she prays for Jan to return only to discover he has returned- after a near-fatal accident. Believing his injury is a punishment from God for her immaturity, poor Bess becomes increasingly unsstable and confused. Her diagnosis is unclear- I would guess she's on the Autistic Spectrum somewher"

Emma Thompson

 Age: 52, born 15 April 1959

Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 8"


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Greg Wise


" Actor: Emma Thompson "Harry Potter" Role: Sybill Trelawney Though she might play Hogwart's teacher who could be uncharitably described as a dotty incompetent, Emma Thompson is anything but. She was signed to an agent in her second year at Cambridge. To date, she's the only person ever to win an Oscar for acting in one movie ("Howard's End," 1992) and for writing another ("Sense and Sensibility," 1995). And in 1994, she became one of only a handful of people to win two Academy Award nominati"

Hazel Court

 Born: 10 February 1926 Died: 15 April 2008

Country of origin: United Kingdom


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian

About: Court won a British Critics Award for her role as a crippled girl in Carnival (1946). She also appeared in Holiday Camp (1947) and Bond Street (1948). Her first role in a fantasy film was in Ghost Ship (1952). She also appeared in the campy Devil Girl from Mars and Doctor Blood's Coffin. Hazel Court wanted to act in comedy films, and from 1957 to 1958 she was in the TV comedy series Dick and the Duchess. But she continued to appear in horror movies. In 1957 she had a part in the f Court won a British Critics Award for her role as a crippled girl in Carnival (1946). She also appeared in Holiday Camp (1947) and Bond Street (1948). Her first role in a fantasy film was in Ghost Ship (1952). She also appeared in the campy Devil Girl from Mars and Doctor Blood's Coffin.

Hazel Court wanted to act in comedy films, and from 1957 to 1958 she was in the TV comedy series Dick and the Duchess. But she continued to appear in horror movies. In 1957 she had a part in the film The Curse of Frankenstein, where she gained the status of a "cult siren," partly due to her display of cleavage. In the 1957-1958 television season, she appeared in the CBS sitcom filmed in England, Dick and the Duchess, in the role of Jane Starrett, a patrician Englishwoman married to an American insurance claims investigator living in London, a role played by Patrick O'Neal. Court travelled back and forth between Hollywood and England, appearing in four episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents. She had parts in A Woman of Mystery (1958) and The Man Who Could Cheat Death (1959) among others.


By the early 1960s, Court had permanently moved to the United States. She was featured in the Edgar Allan Poe horror movies The Premature Burial (1962), The Raven (1963) and The Masque of the Red Death (1964), the last two with Vincent Price.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Kate Beckinsale

 Birth Name: Kathryn Bailey Beckinsale

Age: 38, born 26 July 1973


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 7"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Len Wiseman
About: Kate Beckinsale was born on 26 July 1973 in England, and has resided in London for most of her life. Her mother is Judy Loe, who has appeared in a number of British dramas and sitcoms and continues to work as an actress, predominantly in British television productions. Her father was Richard Beckinsale, born in Nottingham, England. He starred in a number of popular British television comedies during the 1970s, most notably the series "Rising Damp" (1974), "Porridge" (1974) an Kate Beckinsale was born on 26 July 1973 in England, and has resided in London for most of her life. Her mother is Judy Loe, who has appeared in a number of British dramas and sitcoms and continues to work as an actress, predominantly in British television productions. Her father was Richard Beckinsale, born in Nottingham, England. He starred in a number of popular British television comedies during the 1970s, most notably the series "Rising Damp" (1974), "Porridge" (1974) and "The Lovers" (1970). He passed away tragically early in 1979 at the age of 31.


Kate attended the private school Godolphin and Latymer School in London for her grade and primary school education. In her teens she twice won the British bookseller W.H. Smith Young Writers' competition - once for three short stories and once for three poems. After a tumultuous adolescence (a bout of anorexia - cured - and a smoking habit which continues to this day), she gradually took up the profession of acting.


Her major acting debut came in a TV film about World War II called One Against the Wind (1991) (TV), filmed in Luxembourg during the summer of 1991. It first aired on American television that December. Kate began attending Oxford University's New College in the fall of 1991, majoring in French and Russian literature. She had already decided that she wanted to act, but to broaden her horizons she chose university over drama school. While in her first year at Oxford, Kate received her big break in Kenneth Branagh's film adaptation of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing (1993). Kate worked in three other films while attending Oxford, beginning with a part in the medieval historical drama Prince of Jutland (1994), cast as Ethel. The film was shot during the spring of 1993 on location in Denmark, and she filmed her supporting part during New College's Easter break. Later in the summer of that year she played the lead in the contemporary mystery drama Uncovered (1995). Before she went back to school, her third year at university was spent at Oxford's study-abroad program in Paris, France, immersing herself in the French language, Parisian culture and French cigarettes.


A year away from the academic community and living on her own in the French capital caused her to re-evaluate the direction of her life. She faced a choice: continue with school or concentrate on her flourishing acting career. After much thought, she chose the acting career. In the spring of 1994 Kate left Oxford, after finishing three years of study. Kate appeared in the BBC/Thames Television satire Cold Comfort Farm (1995) (TV), filmed in London and East Sussex during late summer 1994 and which opened to spectacular reviews in the United States, grossing over $5 million during its American run. It was re-released to U.K. theaters in the spring of 1997.


Acting on the stage consumed the first part of 1995; she toured in England with the Thelma Holts Theatre Company production of Anton Chekhov's "The Seagull". After turning down several mediocre scripts "and going nearly berserk with boredom", she waited seven months before another interesting role was offered to her. Her big movie of 1995 was the romance/horror movie Haunted (1995), starring opposite Aidan Quinn and John Gielgud, and filmed in West Sussex. In this film she wanted to play "an object of desire", unlike her past performances where her characters were much less the siren and more the worldly innocent. Kate's first film project of 1996 was the British ITV production of Jane Austen's novel Emma (1996) (TV). Her last film of 1996 was the comedy Shooting Fish (1997), filmed at Shepperton Studios in London during early fall. She played the part of Georgie, an altruistic con artist. She had a daughter, Lily, in 1999 with actor Michael Sheen.


Was listed as a potential nominee on both the 2005 and 2007 Razzie Award nominating ballots. She was listed as a suggestion in the Worst Actress category on the 2005 ballot for her performance in the film Van Helsing (2004) and again two years later in the same category for her roles in the films Click (2006/I) and Underworld: Evolution (2006). She failed to receive either nomination.


"I look at how Keira Knightley is coiffed when she attends events. I remember going to Cannes with Much Ado About Nothing (1993) when I was 18, and nobody told me, 'Oh, here's a make-up artist or, 'This person wants to dress you, what clothes are you wearing?' It just wasn't like that when I started. Nobody even told me I could bring a friend! I just sort of showed up in a very expensive pair of trousers I bought in Harvey Nichols, and something I bought in the Sock Shop at the airport. But Keira Knightley has like full hair and make- up and a proper outfit and I think, 'Wow, she's not going to have the before photos I had to endure!' She's really lucky".

Kate Winslet

 Birth Name: Kate Elizabeth Winslet

Age: 36, born 5 October 1975


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 6"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: In a relationship

About: Ask Kate Winslet what she liked about any of her characters, and the word "ballsy" is bound to pop up at least once. The British actress has made a point of eschewing straightforward pretty-girl parts in favor of more devilish damsels; as a result, she's built an eclectic resume; that runs the gamut from Shakespearean tragedy to modern-day mysticism and erotica. Born into a family of thespians -- parents Roger Winslet and Sally Bridges-Winslet were both stage actors, mat Ask Kate Winslet what she liked about any of her characters, and the word "ballsy" is bound to pop up at least once. The British actress has made a point of eschewing straightforward pretty-girl parts in favor of more devilish damsels; as a result, she's built an eclectic resume; that runs the gamut from Shakespearean tragedy to modern-day mysticism and erotica.

Born into a family of thespians -- parents Roger Winslet and Sally Bridges-Winslet were both stage actors, maternal grandparents Oliver and Linda Bridges ran the Reading Repertory Theatre, and uncle Robert Bridges was a fixture in London's West End theatre district -- Kate came into her talent at an early age. She scored her first professional gig at 11, dancing opposite the Honey Monster in a commercial for a kids' cereal. She started acting lessons around the same time, which led to formal training at a performing arts high school. Over the next few years she appeared on stage regularly and landed a few bit parts in sitcoms. Her first big break came at age 17, when she was cast as an obsessive adolescent in Heavenly Creatures (1994). The film, based on the true story of two fantasy-gripped girls who commit a brutal murder, received modest distribution but was roundly praised by critics.


Still a relative unknown, Winslet attended a cattle call audition the next year for Ang Lee's Sense and Sensibility (1995). She made an immediate impression on the film's star, Emma Thompson, and beat out more than a hundred other hopefuls for the part of plucky Marianne Dashwood. Her efforts were rewarded with both a British Academy Award and an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Winslet followed up with two more period pieces, playing the rebellious heroine in Jude (1996) and Ophelia in Kenneth Branagh's Hamlet (1996).


The role that transformed Winslet from art house attraction to international star was Rose DeWitt Bukater, the passionate, rosy-cheeked aristocrat in James Cameron's Titanic (1997). Young girls the world over both idolized and identified with Winslet, swooning over all that face time opposite heartthrob Leonardo DiCaprio and noting her refreshingly healthy, un-emaciated physique. Winslet's performance also garnered a Best Actress nomination, making her the youngest actress to ever receive two Academy nods.


After the swell of unexpected attention surrounding Titanic (1997), Winslet was eager to retreat into independent projects. Rumor has it that she turned down the lead roles in both Shakespeare in Love (1998) and Anna and the King (1999) in order to play adventurous soul searchers in Hideous Kinky (1998) and Holy Smoke (1999). The former cast her as a young single mother traveling through 1960s Morocco with her daughters in tow; the latter, as a zealous follower of a guru tricked into a "deprogramming" session in the Australian outback. The next year found her back in period dress as the Marquis de Sade's chambermaid and accomplice in Quills (2000). Kate holds the distinction of being the youngest actor ever honored with four Academy Award nominations (she received her fourth at age 29.)


Off camera, Winslet is known for her mischievous pranks and familial devotion. She has two sisters, Anna Winslet and Beth Winslet (both actresses), and a brother, Joss. In 1998, she married Jim Threapleton, whom she met on the set of Hideous Kinky (1998); the pair had a daughter, Mia, in October of 2000. They divorced in 2001. She later married director Sam Mendes in 2003 and has since given birth to their son Joe.

Minnie Driver

 Birth Name: Amelia Fiona J. Driver

Age: 41, born 31 January 1970


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Currently Residing In: United States


Height: 5' 10"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian

About: Minnie Driver (born Amelia Fiona J. Driver; 31 January 1970) is an English actress and singer-songwriter. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the 1997 film Good Will Hunting, as well as for an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe for her work in the television series The Riches.

Miranda Richardson

 Birth Name: Miranda Jane Richardson

Age: 53, born 3 March 1958


Born and residing in: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 5"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian

About: Miranda Richardson was born in England on March 3, 1958. She comes from Southport in Lancashire (near Liverpool), and has one sister, eight years her senior. Her parents and sister are not involved in the performing arts. At an early age she performed in school plays, having shown a talent and desire to "turn herself into" other people. She has referred to it as "an emotional fusion; you think yourself into them". This mimicry could be of school friends or film stars. She lef Miranda Richardson was born in England on March 3, 1958. She comes from Southport in Lancashire (near Liverpool), and has one sister, eight years her senior. Her parents and sister are not involved in the performing arts. At an early age she performed in school plays, having shown a talent and desire to "turn herself into" other people. She has referred to it as "an emotional fusion; you think yourself into them". This mimicry could be of school friends or film stars. She left school (Southport High School for Girls) at the age of 17, and originally intended becoming a vet. She also considered studying English literature in college, but decided to concentrate on drama and enrolled at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School (as did many well-known British actors). After three years she graduated and moved into repertory theatre. She became affiliated with the Library Theatre in Manchester in 1979, where she became an assistant stage manager. She obtained her Equity card, and after several regional productions, first appeared on the London stage (Moving at Queens Theatre) in 1981. British television roles soon followed, and then film. Since then, Miranda has moved into the international arena, and has made films in America, France and Spain. Television work (on both sides of the Atlantic) continues, as does some stage work. Her roles are diverse, but powerful and engaging. She has been quoted as stating "what I basically like is doing things I haven't done before" and this continually comes through in the variety of roles she has played in her career. She is also selective in the roles she takes, being uninterested in performing in the standard Hollywood fare, and preferring more offbeat roles. She was approached to play the Glenn Close role in Fatal Attraction (1987), but found it "regressive in its attitudes". Her attitude is summed up by a quote from an interview that appeared in the New York Times (Dec 27 1992): "I would rather do many small roles on TV, stage or film than one blockbuster that made me rich but had no acting. And if that's the choice I have to make, I think I've already made it". According to "1994 Current Biography Yearbook", she resides in South London with her two Siamese cats, Otis and Waldo. She has now moved to West London. Her hobbies include drawing, walking, gardening, fashion, falconry, and music. She, by her own admission, is a loner and lives rather modestly. An actor who studied with Ms Richardson at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre in the late 1970s described her as "a strong minded, specially gifted, rather pretty young woman who enjoys wearing jewelry. She wore toe rings, which in the late 1970s and especially in England, were a rarity and considered rather racy." He also remarked on her drive, even then, to be an actress of the highest caliber.

Rachel Hurd-Wood

 Birth Name: Rachel Clare Hurd-Wood

Age: 21, born 17 August 1990


Born and residing in: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 4"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Single

About: She found out about the role of Wendy in Peter Pan (2003) after her grandparents saw an advert on television. They contacted Rachel's mother and when she came home from school one day her mother started measuring her, when she found Rachel was in the height requirements, she said Rachel could audition. She has often said she does not plan on continuing to have a career of being an actress. In 2003/2004, she said she loves dolphins and hopes to become a marine biologist. In a Septe She found out about the role of Wendy in Peter Pan (2003) after her grandparents saw an advert on television. They contacted Rachel's mother and when she came home from school one day her mother started measuring her, when she found Rachel was in the height requirements, she said Rachel could audition.

She has often said she does not plan on continuing to have a career of being an actress. In 2003/2004, she said she loves dolphins and hopes to become a marine biologist. In a September/October 2009 interview with Little White Lies magazine, she said she wants to teach, do speech therapy, or work with autistic children, in which she also stated, "It was never my goal to be an actor".


[On being typecast in period pieces]: 'I'm sick of having red hair but people seem to like that aesthetic. I would really like to play someone contemporary as I've done lots of period pieces. I would love to play an American bimbo or a grimy Londoner. But I'm probably more suited in people's minds to playing a corseted victim. They think, 'Oh right, she's pale, she looks like she couldn't really fight back.'

Saffron Burrows

 Birth Name: Saffron Dominique Burrows

Age: 39, born 22 October 1972


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Currently Residing In: United States


Height: 6' 0"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian

About: Born to political active family, both of her parents are Socialists. Her father works as an architect and teacher, while her mother Susie is a teacher, supporting the feminist movement. In childhood, she sold the Socialist Worker newsletter for pocket money, attended marches and rallies after school with her activist mother and stepfather and even shared her home with striking miners. She was discovered at 15 in Covent Garden, by the same scout who discovered Naomi Campbell, and e Born to political active family, both of her parents are Socialists. Her father works as an architect and teacher, while her mother Susie is a teacher, supporting the feminist movement. In childhood, she sold the Socialist Worker newsletter for pocket money, attended marches and rallies after school with her activist mother and stepfather and even shared her home with striking miners.

She was discovered at 15 in Covent Garden, by the same scout who discovered Naomi Campbell, and embarked on a successful career as a model. She modeled in Paris and London for Chanel, Yves Saint-Laurent and Vivienne Westwood. But she'd studied drama since she was a child and made her first film at the age of 17, leaving the catwalk behind.


2006 UK newspaper "The Independent"'s Pink List - a list of the most influential gay men and women - placed Burrows at no. 90, citing a rumored relationship with "Harry Potter" and The Black Dahlia (2006) actress Fiona Shaw.


Good friends with politician Tony Benn.


Plays acoustic guitar.


Drives a Lexus hybrid car.


Favorite department store: Liberty of London (UK).


Favorite movies include: Julia (1977), Tootsie (1982) and Silkwood (1983), etc.


Lost out to Rosamund Pike for the role of Miranda Frost in Die Another Day (2002).


Became an American citizen in 2009.

Monday, January 2, 2012

Thandie Newton

 Birth Name: Thandiwe Adjewa Newton

Age: 39, born 6 November 1972


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Height: 5' 3"


Ethnicity: Mixed


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Ol Parker

About: Thandie Newton is the daughter of a Rhodesian (now Zimbabwean) mother from the Shona people and a British father. She lived in Zambia until political unrest caused her family to move back to the UK. She then lived in Cornwall in the southwest of Britain until the age of 11. At that time she enrolled in London's Art Educational School, where she studied modern dance. However, a back injury forced her to quit dancing. This led to her auditioning for films and receiving her first role in John Duiga Thandie Newton is the daughter of a Rhodesian (now Zimbabwean) mother from the Shona people and a British father. She lived in Zambia until political unrest caused her family to move back to the UK. She then lived in Cornwall in the southwest of Britain until the age of 11. At that time she enrolled in London's Art Educational School, where she studied modern dance. However, a back injury forced her to quit dancing. This led to her auditioning for films and receiving her first role in John Duigan's Flirting (1991). She then moved to Los Angeles, California, to pursue acting and her then-boyfriend. However, her British accent limited the amount of work she was getting, and she returned to Britain, where she went to Cambridge University to study, eventually receiving a degree in anthropology. Between semesters, she continued her acting and became noticed and in-demand for future film roles.

Vivien Leigh

 Birth Name: Vivian Mary Hartley

Born: 5 November 1913 Died: 7 July 1967


Country of origin: India


Height: 5' 4"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian




"The two most famous Southern belles in history (Scarlett O'Hara and Blanche DuBois) were played by a British actress whose black hair and catlike green eyes barely masked the determination she shared with her most memorable characters. Essential Films Gone With the Wind 1939, MGM Waterloo Bridge 1940, MGM A Streetcar Named Desire 1951, Warner Bros. The Deep Blue Sea 1955, 20th Century Fox Ship of Fools 1965, Columbia"

Rachel Weisz

 Birth Name: Rachel Hannah Weisz

Age: 41, born 7 March 1970


Country of origin: United Kingdom


Currently Residing In: United States


Height: 5' 7"


Ethnicity: White / Caucasian


Relationship Status: Married


Partner: Daniel Craig



About: Rachel Weisz is an Academy Award-winning English actress. She became well known after her roles in the Hollywood films, The Mummy and The Mummy Returns, and has since continued appearing in major film roles that, thankfully, no longer have to do with the Mummy series. Weisz (pronounced "Vice") was born into a Jewish family and grew up in Hampstead, London. Her mother, Edith Ruth, is a Vienna born Austrian psychotherapist and aspiring actress. Her father, George Weisz, is Rachel Weisz is an Academy Award-winning English actress. She became well known after her roles in the Hollywood films, The Mummy and The Mummy Returns, and has since continued appearing in major film roles that, thankfully, no longer have to do with the Mummy series.


Weisz (pronounced "Vice") was born into a Jewish family and grew up in Hampstead, London. Her mother, Edith Ruth, is a Vienna born Austrian psychotherapist and aspiring actress. Her father, George Weisz, is a Hungarian-born inventor whose family fled to England to escape Nazi persecution. Needless to say, Rachel is not a great fan of Nazis.


During her university years, Weisz appeared in various student productions, co-founding a student drama group called Cambridge Talking Tongues, which went on to win a Guardian Student Drama Award at the Edinburgh Festival for an improvised piece called Sight Possession. She would receive offers to appear on Who’s Line is it Anyway, until the producers realized that the piece was “not supposed to be funny.”


Her breakthrough role was that of Gilda in the 1995 London revival of Noel Coward’s 1933 play Design for Living at the Gielgud Theatre. As most actresses gracing the West End do, Weisz teamed up with Keanu Reeves for a Hollywood action movie. That movie would be Chain Reaction, and would set off a chain reaction of people leaving theaters en masse. Then she did a bunch of artsy fartsy films with European directors. Hoity toity. Then she broke out as the lead female role in The Mummy. And, just as one is instructed to do on the ride inspired by that film, Rachel “did not look back.” She’s starred in a number of films including The Mummy Returns, Enemy at the Gates, About a Boy, and Constantine. She does stage work too, but you’re probably not reading this for that.


She won a Golden Globe, a SAG Award, and an Academy Award for her role in The Constant Gardener. She was then invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, thereby reducing the average age of members to 112.


Weisz is engaged to American filmmaker Darren Aronofsky, who, it is our fantasy, courted Ms. Weisz with a screening of the infamous “double ended sex toy” scene from Requiem for a Dream. It is also in our fantasy that Ms. Weisz said, after the screening, “You had me at one dildo.”

It's Time to Return to Middle Earth With The Hobbit Trailer!

Christmas isn't even here yet, but we already have a 2012 holiday treat to look forward to in The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Though that's 12 months off, the good news is that we have the first trailer right here! If you're expecting something of the same caliber as The Two Towers, you might be a little disappointed; this preview is low on action and high on introduction and backstory. We meet young Bilbo (Martin Freeman), who is just trying to live his hobbit life in Bag End when he's rudely interrupted by an adventure-seeking Gandalf (Ian McKellen). What follows is a quick introduction to his long list of travel companions, and then a brief glimpse at what's in store in the first part of the adventure.


As excited as I am for this movie, I can't help but feel a teensy bit underwhelmed by this trailer. The production value looks amazing of course, but I was hoping the preview would incite a little more excitement. That said, we've got a whole year to build up the hype, so in the meantime, watch the trailer after the jump.

Prometheus Trailer: Charlize Theron Gets Mixed Up in Some Alien Business

Whether or not Ridley Scott's Prometheus is an official prequel to the Alien films, the teaser trailer does a great job at evoking the eerie vibe of the franchise. Presented as an origin story before the first Alien takes place, Prometheus follows a group led by Charlize Theron to another planet in an attempt to discover the genesis of the human race. From the foreboding music and tagline ("The Search For Our Beginning Could Lead to Our End"), we know that they find something far more dangerous and horrifying — though you don't really get a glimpse of what's lurking in the galactic darkness.


Aside from Theron, the movie boasts a cast that includes Michael Fassbender, Noomi Rapace, Guy Pearce, and Patrick Wilson, but don't look for any of them in this teaser — you only get brief flashes of anyone set against the creepy space backdrop. Still, it's an interesting first taste of the thriller, so watch it after the jump.

William and Kate Make a Special Visit to Diana's Dearest Charity

Prince William and Kate Middleton made a special holiday visit to the headquarters of the Centrepoint charity in London this evening. The foundation is one that is quite special to William, as it was the organization most closely associated with the philanthropic works of his mother, Princess Diana. Diana was formerly Centrepoint's patron, an honor that William now holds. Kate is presently determining which foundations she will focus on, and it's been rumored that Centrepoint, which helps young homeless people, is near the top of her list. William and Kate took a cooking class at the center tonight and were snapped cutting shapes out of pastry.


Kate stepped out this evening in a Ralph Lauren sweater dress, but it was her strapless Alexander McQueen gown that turned heads at Monday's Sun Military Awards. Kate and William attended with his brother, Prince Harry, who spoke during the ceremony. Harry shared his excitement to go to Afghanistan for another tour of duty with his fellow servicemen and women.

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