Wednesday, January 30, 2008

SYLVESTER STALLONE ON NEW RAMBO

Hollywood superstar Sylvester Stallone says the newest Rambo movie will be the last he makes, insisting it’s a "miracle" the new fourth installment ever came to fruition. The 61-year-old star returns to his famous role as Vietnam veteran John Rambo in the new film sequel which which will be released next month. But the actor is adamant that even if his latest venture is successful, he won’t be persuaded to make any more sequels. He says, "This is the last Rambo just as Rocky Balboa is the last Rocky. I can’t go any further. It was a miracle that it even got done."

KELLY ROWLAND ON AMY WINEHOUSE

Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland is backing Amy Winehouse to win big time at the Grammy Awards this year, because the rehab star deserves recognition for her work. The wild singer checked into a London rehab facility last week in a bid to tackle her drug problems, but Rowland is urging people to overlook her personal life and focus on her music. She says, "Things haven’t been easy for (Winehouse) lately. But people should let the music do the talking. She deserves to take home some silverware. "People should get behind her in support now, my prayer for her is that she be herself and love herself without all the extras. But I won’t judge." Winehouse is nominated in six categories at the 50th annual Grammy Awards, which will be held on February 10th at Los Angeles’ Staples Center.

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

KEVIN FEDERLINE CAN'T STAND THE MEDIA

Kevin Federline is defending behaviour towards the press, claiming journalists never report the truth about him anyway. The ex. Mr. Britney Spears who is famous for his bad attitude when approached by the press and paparazzi, insists he’s just protecting himself, because he is always misquoted in stories.Federline tells Interview Magazine, "Every interview I’ve done, everything has gone so great, and then what I see and I read in a magazine is completely the opposite of what we talked about. "So I am very skeptical about opening myself up to other people, because you have no idea how they’re going to take your words and turn them around."

JESSICA SIMPSON AND TONY ROMO SING

Tony Romo and girlfriend Jessica Simpson thrilled regulars at tribute group Metal Skool’s showcase in Hollywood California on Monday night, with a rock star duet. The happy couple sang Journey’s Don’t Stop Believin’, backed by the band at the world famous Key Club. Romo initially refused to join his pop star girlfriend onstage, but reluctantly agreed to sing with her when fans started screaming his name. Metal Skool’s Monday night concerts have become famous for star turns with Lisa Marie Presley, Pink and Kelly Clarkson have all made unannounced appearances during the tribute act’s shows in the past year.

HEATH LEDGER FRIEND RECALLS DEATH

Hollywood star Heath Ledger was very tired and "a little depressed" the day before he died, according to author Deepak Chopra. The writer spoke to Ledger days before the actors death and recalls the Australian movie star was upset that he hadn’t seen his two-year-old daughter, Matilda, for awhile. The writer tells People.com, "He was a little depressed about not having seen his daughter. It was like, ‘I’m missing my girl…’ He hadn’t seen her (Matilda) over the holidays, he mentioned that." Chopra also remembers Ledger was shattered after shooting scenes in new movie The Imaginarium Of Doctor Parnassus in London. He adds, "Heath’s a very, very ambitious actor and hard-working guy. He was still high from the experience of filming in London and he hadn’t come down. He was exhausted." Chopra was due to meet up with Ledger and their mutual friend, director Shekhar Kapur, in New York City the day the Brokeback Mountain star passed away and had to break the news of the actor’s death to the filmmaker. He adds, "I had to sit him down and say, ‘I’m sorry to tell you this, but we’re not going to be having dinner with Heath. He’s dead.’ Shekhar is totally devastated." Ledger was found dead in his New York City apartment last week.

Monday, January 28, 2008

KAYNE WEST SINGS AT NYC MUSEUM

Kanye West

Hip hopper Kanye West thrilled a crowd at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City last week when he jumped onstage to join 'Kid Sister' for a quick set. The rapper joined his fellow Chicago, Illinois star for a performance of her song Pro Nails in the Rose Centre for Earth and Space last Friday. Then West also treated the crowds to his own solo set, wowing fans with renditions of his singles Stronger and Good Life. Only in New York !

STAR SEAN BEAN WALKED UP MOUNTAINS

Hollywood star Sean Bean was forced to climb up mountains on the set of 'The Lord Of The Rings' because he is petrified of flying. The 48-year-old, who played Boromir in the fantasy adventure movie, refused to use the helicopters with his co-stars on the New Zealand set of the hit movie, choosing to walk instead. And Bean - who is famed for his action roles, blames his parents for passing on the phobia, as they hated the thought of flying as well. He says, "My parents were afraid of flying and it rubbed off on me. I used to drive to all my film locations in Europe but I couldn’t when it came to filming The Lord Of The Rings in New Zealand."But I wouldn’t get into a helicopter with the rest of the cast. They had to wait for me to walk up the mountain and join them before they could start filming."

Sunday, January 27, 2008

RICKI LAKE TERRIFIED OF WEIGHT GAIN

Former television host Ricki Lake is really terrified she’ll lose her new slim figure if she experiences another trauma in her life. The star has lost an astonishing 140 pounds and has dropped to a size six, after battling with her weight issues for years. But Lake admits she is an "emotional eater" and could pile it all back on. She tells Television host Larry King, "I think if something tragic happens - I mean I think I’m an emotional eater, just like everybody else. I can’t say never, but I hope not. I mean it’s been hard work. It’s work. I work-out consistently."

Saturday, January 26, 2008

LIL WAYNE CHARGED WITH DRUGS AGAIN

Lil Wayne

Hip Hopper Lil Wayne has been charged with drugs and weapons offences after his arrest in Arizona on Wednesday. The rapper faces charges of possession of a narcotic drug for sale, possession of dangerous drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia and misconduct involving weapons. The 25-year-old is scheduled to appear in a Wellton, Arizona court on February 12th for a preliminary hearing. He was detained by state police early on Wednesday morning when his tour bus was pulled over and searched by the U.S. border patrol. Lil’ Wayne was previously arrested on drugs charges in Atlanta, Georgia in 2006. He is also currently facing illegal gun possession charges and is due to appear in court in New York on February 25th.

Friday, January 25, 2008

JAMIE PRESSLY WILL WAIT FOR MARRIAGE

Jamie Pressly wants to become the next Goldie Hawn, by refusing to marry her fiance Eric Cubiche.The My Name Is Earl star, who has a son with DJ Cubiche, is impressed by how Hawn and her partner-of-25-years, Kurt Russell, have stayed together for such a long time without getting married. And now Pressly plans to follow their example by not rushing to the altar.She says, "We’re so happy with the way everything is. "If I could, like, put a ring on his finger and have it just be like that without us just having to go through the rigmarole of throwing a big wedding and doing that whole situation… that just seems like such a production. "My life is a production. I don’t want to have to go do a whole other one that I’ve got to pay for. "Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have got it right. They’re the only ones that have lasted. You’re there and together because you want to be, not because paper says you have to be." But Pressly admits she does eventually plan to marry Cubiche. She tells People.com, "Eventually, when things calm down and the baby’s a little older (we’ll get married) - although I’m sure I’ll be pregnant by that point and maybe we’ll have to wait again."We’re fine right now. We’re happy."

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

FELLOW AUSTRALIANS ON HEATH LEDGER

Fellow actors and Australians Cate Blanchett and Geffrey Rush have paid tribute to Heath Ledger after learning of his un-timely death at the age of 28. Ledger was found dead in his New York City apartment on yesterday after suffering a suspected drug overdose. Blanchett, who recently starred next to Ledger in the Bob Dylan biopic I’m Not There, says, "I am shocked and very saddened by the news. I deeply respect Heath’s work and always admired his continuing development as an artist. My thoughts are with his family and his close friends." Rush, who also acted with the late star in 2006 Australian movie Candy, adds, "This is such a sad event. I admired Heath enormously. He was such a sensitive and committed and daring actor. This truly is a tragedy." Todd Haynes - who directed Ledger in I’m Not There - was stunned by the news of his death, telling reporters,"I’m in complete shock right now. I can barely talk about it. I loved Heath. He was an amazing man, an incredible actor and I can’t believe this has happened."

TINA TURNER TO PERFORM AT GRAMMY'S

Tina Turner

Superstar Tina Turner is coming out of retirement to make her first public live performance in eight years at The Grammy Awards. The 68-year-old singer will duet with Beyonce Knowles at the music Oscars next month. Turner announced her retirement in 2000, but took the stage for a private charity gig at London’s National History Museum last May. Now she’ll make a comeback by performing a song with Knowles at the Los Angeles awards ceremony. Knowles is a long term fan of Turner’s and performed her song Proud Mary at a Kennedy Center tribute to the veteran musician in 2005.

DIDDY WANTS TO CHANGE HIS NAME AGAIN

Rap icon Diddy wants to change his name once again. The music king and designer, whose real name is Sean Combs, was once known as Puff Daddy before becoming P. Diddy two years ago. He did another name change just last year to just Diddy. Now he wants to be known as Sean John, the name he uses in his successful clothing and fragrance line. He says, "I have always evolved and taken a different name each time. Right now I want to be Sean John because that’s where I am right now."

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

WILLIAM SHATNER UPSET ABOUT CAPTAIN

Icon William Shatner

Hollywood television legend William Shatner is very angry about the way his legendary Star Trek character Captain Kirk was killed off. Shatner, who played Kirk on both the big and small screen, on and off, from 1966 up until 1993’s Star Trek: Generations, wishes he had insisted on a much better death scene. Even Star Trek fans were disappointed when the heroic sci-fi character fell to his death from a cliff. The 76-year-old says, "The mistake I made was thinking I could make it a spectacular death with what they had written."

JANE FONDA WANTS NO STAR TREATMENT

Former actress Jane Fonda stunned hotel employees at a charity convention in Hollywood recently when she shunned the usual star treatment and wanted to do everything herself. The star was attending the Women’s Reproductive Rights Assistance Project event at the Sunset Plaza Hotel over the weekend when she arrived without any assistants and then insisted on helping conference workers to set up the room for the huge event. Fellow hotel guest Edward Bale says, "Miss Fonda drove herself here in her own car, and got stuck in - no airs or graces. I told her we had staff to do all the heavy work, but she just winked, rolled up her sleeves and carried on."

Monday, January 21, 2008

PETE DOHERTY TO CLEAN UP HIS IMAGE

Pete Doherty

Babyshambles singer Pete Doherty is trying to clean up his image as a drug-taking bad boy, insisting his reputation doesn’t reflect who he really is. The rocker has earned a party name for himself for his wild drug-taking antics, but claims he is a new person after kicking his heroin habit last year. He says, "Obviously I’m off the drugs now. My public persona is nothing more than a horrible, cartoon-like monster that bears no relation to the quiet, shy, retiring, teetotal, police-loving, clean-nosed poet you see before you now."

Saturday, January 19, 2008

KIMORA LEE SIMMONS FINDS NEW LOVE

Russell Simmions ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons is hinting a marriage proposal is on her horizon - after reportedly finding love with Hollywood star Djimon Hounsou.The Baby Phat boss admits she wasn’t looking for love when the West African-born actor came into her life in February of last year, because she promised to steer clear of romance after parting ways with hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons in 2006. But the 32-year-old insists dating the Blood Diamond star has been "a reality check for me, and I’m a fabulous check for him." She tells the upcoming issue of Harper’s Bazaar magazine, "I could be eating my words later, but I really doubt it. If people were betting, they would bet their good money on Djimon."

NICOLD RICHIE AND HUBBY'S BABY BATTLE

Nicole Richie and Joel Madden allegedly are battling over who will be their baby daughter Harlow's godmother.Richie wants pal Paris Hilton to act as the girl's guardian, while rocker Madden would prefer to name his future sister-in-law, Aussie actress/model Sophie Monk, godmother. A source tells America's Globe, "Joel doesn't think Paris is up to the task. ... He's lobbying for Sophie." Monk will become part of the Madden family when she weds fiance Benji Madden, Joel's twin brother and Good Charlotte band mate.Richie and Madden welcomed baby Harlow into the world in Los Angeles last Friday.

ASHLEE SIMPSON'S NEW DATING REALITY

Ashlee Simpson

Ashlee Simpson's father Joe is allegedly secretly urging his pop star daughter to ditch her 'Fall Out Boy' boyfriend Pete Wentz, so she can be the star of a reality dating show.The former minister thinks the program will help promote Simpson's second album, "Bittersweet World," which is due to be released in March. The only hitch is, the singer would need to end her relationship with bassist Wentz first, so she can be truly single.A source tells OK! magazine, "He wants Ashlee to break up with Pete."The insider adds of the proposed show, "It will put 14 guys in a house and they will compete to date Ashlee."

Friday, January 18, 2008

HALLE BERRY GETS COMMITMENT RING

Hollywood actress Halle Berry has sealed her commitment to boyfriend Gabriel Aubry by accepting his gift of a $10,000 eternity ring. The star has previously revealed she has no desire to wed model Aubry after her two failed marriages, first to former baseball player David Justice in 1992 and then to singer Eric Benet in 2001. Her second union ended in divorce in 2005.But Berry has been happy to show off her Cartier paved diamond platinum ring from Aubry, a present from the hunky model to celebrate the upcoming birth of their baby. An insider tells In Touch Weekly they already think of themselves as a married couple, even without the legal document to prove it. The source adds of the ring, "It’s gorgeous. The diamonds aren’t huge but they are perfectly cut and sparkle. "Gabriel gave Halle the ring to symbolize their commitment."

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

MORE BRITNEY SPEARS BABY RUMORS

Wild party girl Britney Spears is sparking rumors that she is pregnant with her third child, after the toxic star was spotted shopping for home pregnancy tests in Los Angeles recently.The pop star had visitation rights for her sons suspended after her bizarre stand-off with emergency services at her Los Angeles home earlier this month, which occurred when she failed to hand over 1-year-old Jayden James to ex-husband Kevin Federline's bodyguard following a scheduled visit. But Spears appears to be getting serious with her paparazzo boyfriend Adnan Ghalib, after she was snapped browsing pregnancy tests at pharmacy store Rite Aid earlier this week.

LIONEL RICHIE THRILLED BY NEW BABY

Soul legend Lionel Richie has broken his silence about his daughter Nicole's newborn baby, admitting he's struggling with the idea he's now a grandfather.The singer released a statement on Tuesday, saying he's "extremely happy and proud" of the new mom and her partner, Joel Madden, who welcomed baby Harlow Winter Kate Madden into the world last week. But he admits, "It may take me a moment to adjust to being called granddad."He added, "Harlow Winter Kate Madden, the newest and most beautiful addition to the Richie clan, is a lucky little girl."She was surrounded by a great deal of love at that hospital as she entered the world. Nicole and Joel are going to be wonderful parents."

FERGIE MAY HAVE BABY BLACK EYED PEA

Fergie

Black Eyes Peas star Fergie is sparking rumors again that she is expecting her first child with fiance Josh Duhamel, after the couple received baby gifts. Duhamel, who proposed to the singer on Christmas Day, was celebrating the 100th episode of his hit TV show "Las Vegas" when Mayor Oscar Goodman presented him with a pair of baby's shoes. A source tells the New York Daily News, "Mayor Goodman gave Josh a pair of baby Crocs sandals for his future baby with fiancee Fergie. Everyone is saying she is pregnant."

JOHN MAYER DEFENDS JESSICA SIMPSON

John Mayer

John Mayer is urging football fans to give his ex-girlfriend Jessica Simpson a chance, instead of blaming her for the poor performance of her sports star boyfriend Tony Romo. Simpson has been berated by Dallas Cowboys fans for putting their star quarterback off his game in recent weeks. But Mayer, who dated the Texan singer for several months before their breakup in May, has pleaded with the team's devotees to give her a chance.Writing on his personal blog he says: "Dear Dallas and Surrounding Areas, this isn't a sports blog, and it isn't a publicity stunt. This is about doing what I think is right as a person, in this case speaking my mind."I have never known anyone to have more pride in their home state and their upbringing in it than Jessica Simpson has in Texas. That girl loves Texas more than you know. It's one of her most defining traits as a person. So please don't try and take that away from her."And Mayer admits he doesn't care if he is criticized for his defense of Simpson: "I can spare a Wednesday's worth of bad press if it means sticking up for a good soul."

Tuesday, January 15, 2008

BURT REYNOLDS HATES HIS OLD IMAGE

Former Hollywood movie star Burt Reynolds dis-likes his iconic bare chested, medallion-wearing image so much he cannot bear to look at old pictures and movies of himself. The Smokey and The Bandit star insists old pin-up photos of him made him look like "an asshole". He tells Maxim magazine, "I look at those pictures of me years ago and I almost want to throw up. What an asshole! "Guy’s got a medal around his neck and his shirt’s open. What’s he trying to prove?"

ANNETTE BENING TO RECEIVE AWARD

Hollywood Star Annette Bening will be honored with the American Society of Cinematographers Board of Governors Award at a gala on January 26th. The huge honor is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing the global art of film making. Previous recipients include Bening’s husband Warren Beatty, Gregory Peck, Jodie Foster and moguls Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola. The 22nd Annual ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards celebration will take place at the Hollywood and Highland Grand Ballroom in Los Angeles California.

CASEY AFFLECK WELCOMES NEW BABY

Hollywood star Ben Affleck brother Casey and his wife Summer Phoenix are celebrating the birth of their second child. The Gone Baby Gone star, 32, announced the very happy news on his website with a brief post last Saturday although full details of the new babies arrival have yet to be disclosed. The message reads: "Casey and Summer Phoenix celebrate the birth of their second child." The couple wed in June 2006. They also have a three-year-old son, called Indiana August. Summer Phoenix is actor Joaquin Phoenix’s sister and deceased brother River. You have to admit, this family really knows how to name their kids !

KYLIE MINOGUE MISSES HER HOMELAND

Pop superstar Kylie Minogue maybe planning a permanent return to her homeland Melbourne, Australia because she gets more and more nostalgic about her youth there when she visits.The singer had adopted London as her hometown , after becoming famous there at the beginning of her great music career. But Minogue, who turns 40 in May, insists she’ll eventually move back to Australia. She says, "It just wouldn’t work for me at the moment. "I always come back and it is one of my homes. It’s my heart’s home. And I just have a really dumb happy look on my face every time I land." In a TV interview in Australia on yesterday, Minogue also revealed she’s determined to play dates Down Under as part of her world tour, which starts in Europe this spring.

Monday, January 14, 2008

NAOMI CAMPBELL PULLS OUT OF MOVIE

Naomi Campbell

Cell phone thug Naomi Campbell has been forced to pull out of famed director Spike Lee's latest film MIRACLE AT ST. ANNA due to "scheduling conflicts". The former catwalk beauty was set to be featured in the World War Two drama, which follows a regiment of black soldiers fighting in the conflict, but had to cancel after learning the shoot would clash with her other commitments. Campbell has now been replaced by The Last King of Scotland star Kerry Washington - who has previously worked with Lee in 2004’s She Hate Me. The Wire actor Michael K. Williams has also been added to the cast, reports BlackFilm.com.

BRITNEY SPEARS SANG TO HERSELF

Reports are flying in that Toxic Britney Spears allegedly spent an evening of her recent trip to Mexico drinking on her own and singing to an empty bar, according to staff working at the resort where she was staying. The singer booked herself and her British photographer boyfriend, AdnanGhalib, in to the high end Rosario Beach Hotel last week, but was seen enjoying a lonely drink by the bar, where she recited slurred song lyrics. Gustavo Lopez, the reception manager of the hotel, says, "One of our waitresses spotted Britney singing to herself in the bar. She heard her mumbling the words to Toxic. "My barman said she looked like she was on drugs."

SMOKING MADE CHARLIZE THERON STAR

Charlize Theron

Hollywood star Charlize Theron gives credit to her smoking habit for her Hollywood success.The Monster star, 32, admits cigarettes are "filthy", but claims the unhealthy practice inadvertently landed her a role In The Valley Of Elah. She explains, "I still smoke, occasionally. But it led to a role in my new film. I kept on running into writer and director Paul Haggis when we were at an awards event. He was there for his film Crash and I was there for North Country. "We were the only two losers in an alley, smoking. He said, ‘I’m going to write a film for you.’ And he did."

Sunday, January 13, 2008

MARRIAGE WORRIES FOR BRITNEY SPEARS

Wild Pop-Star Britney Spears is allegedly planning to marry paparazzo boyfriend Adnan Ghalib in a desperate bid to win back custody of her children from Kevin Federline. The concerned family of the already twice-wed singer have approached lawyers about the "very likely" possibility of a wedding, because the 26-year-old’s recent erratic behaviour, including a sudden trip to Mexico on Wednesday, has raised fears over whether the star will elope with the celebrity snapper. A source says, "Lawyers are now on red alert in case she does get married.Britney is very unpredictable at the moment. But the feeling is that a wedding is very likely."Her family have discussed with lawyers what could be done if she does suddenly fly away and tie the know. They are preparing to argue that she is not in a sound state of mind and that she is strung out on so many prescription drugs that she does not know what she is doing. "The trip to Mexico had everybody running scared that she had disappeared to get hitched. For a few hours nobody knew where she was. She had disappeared off the face of the earth with rumors flying that she was in New York City. And that never ever happens." Spears further fuelled rumors of marriage to the British snapper on Friday when she browsed cars at a Mercedes-Benz dealership with Ghalib wearing a lacy white wedding gown, the same dress she wore to her reception when she wed her second husband Kevin Federline in September 2004. Their divorce was finalized in July 2007. Spears had visitation rights to sons Sean Preston, two, and Jayden James, one, withdrawn after sparking a three-hour stand off with emergency services when she refused to hand them over to Federline following a supervised visit last week. She must attend a court hearing in Los Angeles on Monday in order to determine whether she is eligible to win back custody of her kids.

AMY WINEHOUSE'S HUSBAND SHOCKED

Rehab singer Amy Winehouse has allegedly infuriated incarcerated husband Blake Fielder Civil - by spending a night in a hotel room with music producer Mark Ronson. The talented wild singer reportedly headed back to a London hotel room with Ronson the producer of her hit album Back To Black - at 5.30am on Saturday, after an alcohol-fuelled session in a recording studio on Friday night. The room, at the K West Hotel in Notting Hill, west London, was booked in Ronson’s name - and Winehouse did not emerge until late on Saturday. And Fielder-Civil, who is currently being held on remand at London’s Pentonville Prison on charges of perverting the course of justice, is allegedly devastated by Winehouse’s behaviour. A source tells British newspaper the News Of The World, "It’s the last thing Blake needs to hear right now. He’s furious about how close they are. "Blake’s fearful that Mark has much more in common with Amy than he does and is worried he’ll steal her away." It is yet another blow to Fielder-Civil, who was said to be shocked last week to find his wife had celebrated the New Year's Eve on the Caribbean island of Mustique with ex-boyfriend George Roberts.

IT'S A BOY FOR MOM CHRISTINA AGUILERA

Christina Aguilera

New mother Chriatina Aguilera and hubby Jorden Bratman are finally celebrating after welcoming a baby boy into the world on last night. The sexy singer went into labor on Friday at Los Angeles’ Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, with E! news claiming the singer gave birth by Cesarean section at around 4pm that afternoon, one hour after Simple Life television star Nicole Richie and rocker Joel Madden celebrated the birth of their daughter, Harlow Winter Kate Madden at the same hospital.But Aguilera’s representative was forced to deny the reports on Saturday morning, telling Usmagazine.com, "She is still pregnant. She is not in labor." However, it has now been confirmed that Aguilera gave birth to little Max Liron Bratman at 10.05pm on Saturday, with the newborn weighing in at six pounds and two ounces. A spokesperson for the couple tells People.com, "Christina and Jordan are proud to announce the birth of their son Max Liron Bratman. He is a beautiful, healthy baby boy! Mom is resting and doing well!" The baby is the couple’s first child together.

Saturday, January 12, 2008

PAUL MCCARTNEY GRANDFATHER AGAIN

Beatle legend Paul McCartney is a grandfather again after his daughter Stella gave birth to her third child on Tuesday.The 36-year-old fashion designer and her husband Alasdhair Willis welcomed a son, Beckett Robert Lee, into the world in London. The couple already has a son, Miller, who turns 3 next month, and a 1-year-old daughter, Bailey. No word yet if Heather Mills is sending over a baby gift !

Friday, January 11, 2008

JESSICA ALBA LOVES HER PREGNANCY

Beautiful Hollywood star Jessica Alba is very happy about her pregnancy and is describing the experience as "awesome". Alba and her fiance Cash Warren are expecting their first child next summer and the Fantastic Four star cannot wait for their new arrival. She tells People.com, "It’s awesome. It’s the best time ever. I have two movies coming out, a baby, a fiancĂ© - everything." And Alba admits she is enjoying a rare break from acting, adding, "I don’t know if anyone wants me in their movies when I’m six months pregnant. I’ll get the fire and I’ll want to work again, but right now it’s a time to relax and sit back."

VAL KILMER'S HAS GREEN SPA AT RANCH

Val Kilmer

Hollywood star Val Kilmer is creating a ‘green spa’ on his sprawling New Mexico ranch, to help the public interact with the open wilderness. The actor owns a vast expanse of land in the state, and has joined forces with The Wildlife Center of New Mexico, so he can share the wildlife there with others. He says, "We’re doing a green spa. Not a regular spa, but to do with the wilderness. So the community can interract with it."
Editors Note: It's all nice to talk green, but when you drive around in huge SUV's, it really is just all talk !

HALLE BERRY TO HOST CELEBRITY GOLF

Pregnant Hollywood star Halle Berry will help raise money for a domestic violence charity by playing golf. The sexy star will hold a star studded golf tournament at Mountain Gate Country Club in Los Angeles California in April, with all funds going to the Jenesse Center, a program providing support and shelter to those affected by the horrible crime. She says, "April 28, 2008 will be a day of great fun as we raise much needed funds to help families victimised by domestic violence. "Working together we can stop the violence. I am looking forward to golfing with you. Let’s have a great time." And the charity is a cause close to Berry’s heart as she once told of her relationship with her abusive father Jerome.

Thursday, January 10, 2008

TOM CRUISE SAVES WOMAN IN SNOW

Hollywood star Tom Cruise turned superhero last month when he rushed to the aid of a woman left stranded in the snow after her car ran off the road. Cruise was driving his sports utility vehicle near his home in Telluride, Colorado with his wife Katie Holmes and his three children, Isabella, 15, Connor, 13, and 21-month-old Suri, when he came upon the damsel in distress. So the Mission: Impossible star stopped his vehicle and, with the aid of his minder, used its winch cable to drag the woman’s stuck car out of the snow. An onlooker tells American magazine In Touch Weekly, "The police were waiting with the woman for a tow truck and all of a sudden, a Hummer pulled up and it was Tom Cruise."

DIONNE WARWICK ROBBED IN ITALY HOTEL

Singing legend Dionne Warwick has fallen victim to thieves who robbed her of $160,000 worth of jewellery in Italy. The Walk On By star, 67, was being treated by medics for a twisted ankle in Rome when the robbery took place at Hotel De Russie on Monday where she is staying. Robbers made off with two diamond rings, a Rolex watch and a gold necklace among their haul - with the burglary resulting in Warwick being an hour late for her performance in the Italian capital. She told the crowd, "I’m sorry. I was robbed."

MATT DAMON'S FOUR THOUSAND TIP

Matt Damon

It's reported that Hollywood star Matt Damon surprised staff at a Miami, Florida coffee shop after leaving a $4,000 dollar tip. The actor ordered a coffee at posh eaterie Ago costing $5 bucks, but decided to give the employees an extra bonus. A source tells British newspaper The Sun, "It was incredible. The staff were stunned."

ROBBIE WILLIAMS TO TAKE ON CHAMPION

Pop singer Robbie Williams is ready to take on world darts ace Phil Taylor at a match at his Los Angeles mansion. The Angels singer has invited the 13-times world champion to play a darts match against him, and Williams’ dad Pete is hopeful the star has a chance of winning. He says, "Maybe if he starts on 501 and we just have to get a double to finish, we could have a go." In darts, players normally start with a score of 501 which they aim to then reduce to zero.

Wednesday, January 9, 2008

BRITNEY SPEARS FAMILY ON DOCTOR PHIL

Toxic Britney Spears' family have accused Dr. Phil McGraw of violating their trust by making public statements about his weekend hospital visit to the troubled singer. McGraw went to Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center last Saturday, where Spears was being held following a stand-off with police when she refused to hand over her sons to ex-husband Kevin Federline after a scheduled visit at her Beverly Hills mansion. Following the visit, McGraw said he planned to devote the Tuesday episode of his show "Dr. Phil" to Spears' ongoing problems. But Spears family spokesman Lou Taylor said that at no time had the family planned to do a show with McGraw, describing the therapist as "self-serving."McGraw said on Monday that plans for the show had been axed.Taylor also criticized McGraw for making claims the singer needed therapy.She says, "What's wrong with Dr. Phil's statement is that he made a statement. The family, basically, extended an invitation of trust for him to come in as a resource to support them, not to go out and make public statements."He was not invited to make this part of a public display or part of the media."Taylor added Spears' mother Lynne and sister Jamie Lynn "were looking for support here, not to add to the trouble that is already upon them." No word yet if the family will reach out to The New Steve Wilkos Show !

WESLEY SNIPES TRIAL MOTION DENIED

Hollywood star Wesley Snipes has failed in a third court motion to have his tax evasion trial moved out of Ocala, Fla. The award winning actor is due to stand trial on charges he fraudulently claimed tax refunds of almost $12 million in 1996 and 1997. He is also accused of failing to file tax returns from 1999 to 2004. Snipes' lawyers last month argued he cannot get a fair trial in the city of Ocala due to racial prejudices and that he has the right to a trial in New York City, where he was living when the alleged offenses occurred. But the request was declined by the court. The star filed a motion at a federal appeals court in Atlanta, Ga., claiming the decision was erroneous. But the motion was denied by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday. The court also granted a federal prosecutors' motion to dismiss a defense request seeking to move the trial out of Ocala, about 80 miles north of Orlando Fla.

DITA VON TEESE SUING OVER FILM RIGHTS

Marilyn Manson's ex-wife burlesque queen Dita Von Teese is suing a Los Angeles-based dominatrix over claims she stole half the rights to her movie "Slick City."Von Teese whose real name is Heather Sweet, made the movie in 2001 with producer Bob Zahurak. But Von Teese claims Cynthia Butler attempted to take her share of the film's profits when she took over Zahurak's company following his untimely death.Von Teese's attorney tells New York Post's Page Six, "Dita had agreed to share profits and split the rights to her films with (Zahurak)."She's trying to take Dita's profits. Dita just wants the film back and all the past royalties."

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

SEXY JESSICA SIMPSON HAS A NEAR MISS

Singer Jessica Simpson narrowly missed an awkward meeting with her ex-husband Nick Lachey and his girlfriend Vanessa Minnillo after she changed her holiday plans at the very last minute.The star had been due to join her sister Ashlee and her boyfriend Pete Wentz at an exclusive resort in Costa Rica for a romantic break with her new lover, football player Tony Romo.But according to New York Post's gossip column Page Six, Simpson decided to cancel her stay at the Four Seasons hotel and instead jet to Mexico to spend time with her parents and Romo's Dallas Cowboys teammates.It was later revealed that Lachey was booked into the luxurious Exclusive Resorts complex in Costa Rica, right next to the hotel where Simpson had been due to stay. No word yet if Jessica was tipped off.

TOM CRUISE IS FUMING OVER NEW BOOK

Tom Cruise is furious that a new unauthorized biography of him suggests his daughter Suri was fathered by late Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard.Andrew Morton's book "Tom Cruise: An Unauthorized Biography" makes a number of controversial claims about the actor's personal life and his relationship with the Church of Scientology.He alleges Scientology bosses urged him to end his marriage to Nicole Kidman, and one chapter includes the passage, "Some sect members believed that Katie Holmes was carrying the baby who would be the vessel for L. Ron Hubbard's spirit when he returned around the galaxy."Cruise's lawyer Bert Fields says, "He's very angry. It's so bizarre and grotesque to imply that Suri is fathered by the frozen sperm of L. Ron Hubbard. You just look at Suri, and you see Tom and Katie."

Sunday, January 6, 2008

JACK BLACKS WIFE PREGNANT AGAIN

Jack Black

Hollywood actor Jack Black is very happy after learning his wife Tanya Haden is expecting again for the second time. The Holiday star, 38, confirmed the news on yesterday, but declined to reveal when the baby is due. He tells People.com, "Yes, she’s expecting", before joking: "I’ve been told that two children is three times as hard as one child, but then strangely, three children is easier than one." Black and Haden are already the proud parents to a 18 month old son, Samuel Jason.

BONO TO HELP AFRICAN COTTON FARMERS

Humanitarian Bono

Rock icon Bono has designed a limited edition T-shirt which will be sold to benefit impoverished African farmers. The U2 singer has teamed up with the Hard Rock Cafe company to create the Bono Signature Series T-shirt which will be sold through the company’s various outlets, with proceeds going to the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Conservation Cotton Initiative. The program is aimed at educating organic cotton farmers in Zambia about protecting local animals and plant life. The T-shirts will also be sold through Edun, a socially conscious clothing company set up by Bono and his wife Ali Hewson in 2005.

REESE WITHERSPOON TOPS LIKABLE POLL

Sexy Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon has been named the most-likable female celebrity in a new poll. The Oscar winner, beat Jennifer Aniston to the top spot with 74 per cent to the former Friends television actress’ 70 per cent in the survey of more than 1,000 women aged 13 and over. Participants were asked to judge which celebrities, from a list of the 10 women who regularly graced magazine covers and gossip columns in 2007, they found the most appealing, confident, glamorous, interesting and over-exposed, among other qualities. Angelina Jolie came in third position with 53 per cent, closely followed by singer/actress Jennifer Lopez in fourth place with 52 per cent. Tom Cruise’s wife, Katie Holmes, also makes it into the top five with a mere 32 per cent. Meanwhile, on the other end of the scale, Paris Hilton edged out Britney Spears to be voted the least appealing star with a 9 per cent likability rating to the Toxic singer’s 11, while the hotel heiress topped the list for most over-exposed celebrity with 75 per cent to Spears’ 68 per cent.