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Thursday, May 6, 2010

Katie Holmes sings to Tom

Katie Holmes serenaded her husband Tom Cruise in a sexy stage performance on Saturday (01.05.10).

The 'Thank You For Smoking' actress - who has a daughter, four-year-old Suri, with her husband of three years - dressed in a floaty black halter-neck dress as she belted out 'Whatever Lola Wants' at The Motion Picture and Television Fund's A Fine Romance Benefit at 20th Century Fox in Century City, California.

An onlooker said: "It was quite a raunchy routine. Katie ruffled Tom's hair, hitched up her skirt and at one stage even pushed him to the floor!"

The 31-year-old actress strutted around to the musical number - which was from the musical 'Damn Yankees' - while a pianist accompanied her vocals and Tom portrayed her feuding love interest.

Sitting centre stage whilst wearing a white shirt, the 'Valkyrie' star sat on a bench while the brunette beauty ran her fingers through her spouse's hair, swished her ruffled skirt and gazed at him passionately.

The performance ended on a romantic note when the 47-year-old actor took Katie in his arms, kissed her and leant her back in a seductive embrace.

While the crowd burst into applause, the pair grinned to one another, curtseyed and left the stage hand-in-hand.

Robbie Williams getting pre-nup

Robbie Williams has reportedly instructed his lawyers to prepare him a pre-nuptial agreement.

The 'Bodies' singer has decided to get the legal arrangement - which is a contract stating how assets are distributed should a couple divorce - ahead of his marriage to his actress fiancee Ayda Field in case things don't work out.

A source said: "They're head over heels in love with each other but are realistic about the pressures of a celebrity marriage. Both their parents are divorced and they can't be bothered to risk time, money and heartache so they think a pre-nup is essential."

The 36-year-old pop star is desperate to tie the knot and is believed to be planning to wed Ayda, 30, in an intimate ceremony at the end of the year.

The source added to the Daily Star newspaper: "They don't want a huge showbiz wedding with glossy magazines in attendance and flashbulbs going off. So it is vitally important to both of them that it stays private with only a handful of people knowing where and when the event will be."

Fergie could bed Cheryl

Black Eyed Peas star Fergie has joked she wants to sleep with Cheryl Cole.

The 'Boom Boom Pow' singer - who is married to actor Josh Duhamel but has previously admitted she is bisexual - has joined in taunting her bandmate will.i.am about how close he's been getting to the 'Parachute' singer while the two acts tour Europe together.

A source told The Sun newspaper: "Fergie has been telling everyone she's more likely to sleep with Cheryl before will does.

"Everyone has been teasing him about his crush. But when Fergie came out with this, everyone fell about laughing.

"She's mentioned it a few times now. And even Cheryl thinks it's hilarious

will.i.am, 35, worked closely with Cheryl, 26, on her debut solo album '3 Words' which he co-produced and wrote a number of tracks on.

The other Black Eyed Peas members - Taboo and apl.de.ap - have also been taunting the pair about the amount of time they've been spending together in will.i.am's mobile studio while on the road.

will.i.am has been very vocal about his support for Cheryl in the wake of her split from cheating husband Ashley Cole, and has pledged to always be there for her.

He said: "I just still can't believe Cheryl was ever cheated on. I mean, what has to be going through your head to cheat on Cheryl?

"If she's in New York, I'll get on a flight to see her, if she's in Los Angeles, I'll get on a flight to see her - I'll even come to London. If she needs me she knows I'm there, no excuses."

Black Eyed Peas, supported by Cheryl, are currently in the UK and play London's O2 Arena tonight (06.05.10), and Birmingham's LG Arena on Saturday (08.05.10).

Jude Law ready to propose?

Jude Law has hinted he is set to propose to Sienna Miller.

The 'Sherlock Holmes' actor rekindled his romance with his ex-fiancee late last year - after they split in 2006 following revelations he had cheated on her with his children's nanny - and while he is yet the pop the question again he admits he could do soon.

When asked if they were engaged, Jude smiled and replied: "Not at the moment. Not at the moment. That's all I can say."

Jude - who has three children from his marriage to Sadie Frost and a seven-month-old daughter with American model Samantha Burke - also spoke of his joy at being back with Sienna.

He told Access Hollywood: "I'm very happy. I'm very happy to be happy."

Earlier this year, it was claimed Jude was going to propose to Sienna after realising she was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

A source said: "Sienna was always 'the one'. And now she is back in his life he never wants to let her go again.

"Jude did some serious thinking over Christmas in Britain with his ex-wife Sadie and the kids. And he realises just how important family life is to him.

"He needs a good woman to look after him. Sienna's fed up of the single life and wants to be with Jude for good."

Third album for Scarlett Johansson?

Scarlett Johansson would like to make another music album.

The Hollywood actress - who has already released covers albums 'Anywhere I Lay My Head' and 'Break Up' - insists a third album is on the cards because she had such fun making the two previous albums.

She said: "I would love to do another album. The spirit has not moved yet in that direction, but I would never put that idea out.

"I had such an incredible time doing 'Break Up' and doing the Tom Waits cover album that I think there might be something in there in the future."

However, with her third album, Scarlett reveals she is keen to create music of her own, not just copy others.

She told MTV News: "I mean, I love to do covers. Covers are fun. I'm a huge music love, music collector, listener and all those things. I like to do covers because I feel like I'm in the shower. I think I'd probably do original songs for sure."

Previously the 'Iron Man 2' actress has revealed a love of Frank Sinatra, and says as a child she wanted to become the Rat Pack singer.

She said: "I always wanted to be Frank Sinatra. Even as a little kid, I always thought I'd grow up and sound like Sinatra. I'm still waiting for it to happen."

Daisy Lowe leads the cat trend

Big cat T-shirts are set to be a huge trend this season.

A host of celebrities - including Daisy Lowe, Taylor Momsen, Ashley Tisdale and Frankie Sandford - have been donning the feline print tops in recent weeks and they are now set to take the fashion world by storm.

Following on from winter's leopard print trend, the cat patterns give the look a fresh feel and look great under blazers, teamed with leggings and denim.

One fashion insider said: "Big cat T-shirts are a continuation of winter's leopard print trend. They're the micro-trend of the moment and make you look really confident. They also look great with all the big summer looks, like denim shorts and leggings."

Another look set to take off is tribal prints, with Nicola Roberts, Naomi Campbell and Kim Kardashian all wearing them recently.

In order to pull-off the look, wearers must be quite bold with their choices and not worry about being perfectly matching.

Fashionista Alexa Chung said: "Don't overdo it and try not to match your prints."

Designer Henry Holland added: "I really like it when people mix prints in a crazy clashing kind of way."

Glamorous Victoria Beckham

Victoria Beckham has been named the World's Most Glamorous Celebrity.

The former Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer beat Dannii Minogue to top the table of stylish women in a poll of UK females by make-up brand Max Factor, which marks the launch of the firm's Vibrant Curve Effect Lip Gloss.

A spokesperson said: "Victoria Beckham has been gracing the fashion pages for years now with her glamorous looks and she has designed her own clothes range.

"She never leaves home without being fully made up and her signature glossy pout has become her calling card."

The spokesperson also revealed how pregnant Dannii's standing in the poll shot up after she appeared in a number of chic outfits last year when sitting on the judging panel of UK TV talent show 'The X Factor'.

He added: "Dannii Minogue has become more popular after showcasing a wide range of glamorous looks on 'The X Factor'."

There was no sign of Dannii's co-judge Cheryl Cole, however, as pillow-lipped beauty Angelina Jolie completed the top three in the poll, which asked the opinions of 3,000 women.

Penelope Cruz makes property buck

Penelope Cruz is selling her house.

The 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' star has put her three-bedroom Hollywood mansion on the market for $3.7 million - $500,000 more than she paid for the property in May 2005.

The grounds surrounding the 'Balinese Modern'-style house include a small courtyard with a fountain, swimming pool, large lounge area furnished with a dining table, loungers, white chairs and a canopy bed and another courtyard leading to the glass doors.

The 3,334 sq ft single-storey property has three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a dressing area, while the fully-equipped kitchen is furnished in green with granite counter tops and comes complete with two cookers and a large dining table.

The actress - who is dating actor Javier Bardem - has barely lived in the house since she bought it.

Instead, it has been available to rent for $14,500-per-month and is still listed as available for hire for location shoots through many local agencies.

Penelope - who also has other homes in Los Angeles and her native Spain - is currently in Paris shooting an advertising campaign for the new Lancome fragrance Tresor.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Liv Tyler's ritual award grooming

Liv Tyler has a "ritual" to getting ready with Kate Hudson.

Liv revealed the pair - who attended the Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute gala in New York on Monday (03.05.10) together - like to get ready in a special way.

She said: "We have this little ritual where we meet at like 2 or 3 o'clock and we drink champagne and do hair and makeup and take pictures.

"Then we come here and we start walking and we're like, 'Oh my God! I'm going to trip!' "

Liv and Kate attended the event with Stella McCartney - who designed both of their outfits - and the British designer revealed Kate in particular appreciated the cream v-neck floor-length gown.

She told Us Weekly: "She said it makes her feel like a princess. It was made for the girl. It is very much her personality."

Liv and Stella are particularly close, with the 'Armageddon' actress revealing her ideal night in would be at Stella's country house talking about men.

She said: "A great night in? Stella McCartney's house in the country. Once our kids are asleep it's 'grab the wine' and take turns to talk boys and husbands."

Mary J. Blige's confident scent

Mary J. Blige's debut perfume pays tribute to confident woman.

The 'Stronger' singer has teamed up with beauty brand Carol's Daughter to create her first fragrance, My Life, and says it has been inspired by her personality.

She said: "It is the epitome of a confident woman. It doesn't scream out for attention - it's feminine but strong, powerful yet humble. It is . my life."

She also wanted to design the scent for her fans and pay homage to her female followers.

She said: "It's a special tribute to us as women . . . we're soft, we're edgy - we're all those things. And I wanted this perfume to represent every female's everyday life."

The fragrance is described as a fruity floral and its ingredients include gardenia, pear, freesia, tuberose, jasmine, and lily.

The scent will be sold exclusively on online shopping website HSN.com for $46, with one dollar from the purchase of each bottle donated to her charity, FFAWN, which helps women succeed through scholarships and grants.

Broadway bound Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks is joining a Broadway show.

The 20-year-old singer - who rose to fame as the winner of 'American Idol' in 2007 - will play lead character Rosario in Grammy-winning musical 'In the Heights' from August, a role she admits will be a "dream" for her.

The 'Battlefield' hitmaker said in a statement: "It's always been one of my dreams to perform on Broadway. This is a brand new experience for me. I look so forward to spending time in New York City and joining this talented cast and my favourite new musical."

The 12-week run will play through until November 14.

Jordin revealed her nerves about the role on twitter, saying her heart was racing when she met the director.

She wrote: "Toured the theatre 4 In The Heights! Spoke w/ the director, saw backstage and where my dressing room will be. My heart wouldnt stop pounding!!(sic)"

'In the Heights' tells the tale of a Dominican family living in New York who become the focus of neighbourhood admiration when their daughter begins attending college.

Jordin is currently taking part in a 44-date-US tour which began on May 1 and finishes in early August.

Taylor Swift gets fan inspiration

Taylor Swift gets her style inspiration from her fans.

The 'Love Story' singer - who was recently named as the new face of cosmetic brand CoverGirl - says she looks at what other girls are wearing and gets ideas from them.

She said: "I'm a big people-watcher. When I see a girl walking down the street wearing a really cool necklace or an outfit that's put together in a way I wouldn't have thought of, it's inspiring to me. Also, girls come through my meet and greet lines every night wearing dresses or outfits I love. That's really my favourite way to be inspired by fashion."

Taylor, 20, was thrilled to sign-up to front the CoverGirl campaigns as make-up is something she has always loved as it can transform her look.

She told People magazine: "I love make-up. When I go on stage, I get to play with my look and try on all kinds of different colours - try red lips tonight, purple eyeshadow tomorrow. You get to play around with all these different characters, and I think that's one of my favourite things about makeup - you can put on a new character."

Although she is promoting cosmetics, Taylor has no plans to launch a clothing range.

She said: "I'm not planning on a fashion line right now. I'm really wrapped up in recording and writing my next album, so I've only taken on a few extra things lately. I love fashion and dressing up for red carpets, but I want to wait until I have enough time to dedicate to something like that."

Britney Spears' Candie's collection

Britney Spears has created her own fashion line.

The 'Toxic' singer has teamed up with fashion house Candie's - who she has previously modelled for - to create a limited-edition collection of apparel and accessories for the teen and tween brand, which go on sale this summer.

Britney tweeted: "At my photo shoot for the limited edition collection I designed for Candie's! I think you guys will love it!"

A spokesperson for the label confirmed the Britney Candie's collection - which will be available from Kohl's stores in the US and kohls.com - and said the pieces will reflect Britney's personal style, with prices ranging from $24 to $58.

Britney will also continue to model for Candie's and will appear in her own clothes in another set of ads for her collection, which will be due in the autumn.

Other celebrities to successfully start clothing lines include Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen; Gwen Stefani's L.A.M.B line; Jennifer Lopez's Sweetface brand; Kate Moss, who designs for Topshop and Justin Timberlake, who has his William Rast clothing line.

The red carpet of Met Costume Gala 2010 in New York

Singer Taylor Swift arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of "American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity" in New York May 3, 2010.

Jennifer Aniston on baby food diet

Jennifer Aniston has reportedly been eating baby food in a bid to shape up.

The actress wanted to shift some weight before she flew out to Hawaii to shoot new movie 'Just Go With It' so enlisted the help of celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson, who recommended The Baby Food Cleanse eating plan, which involves 14 portions of pureed food a day followed by a healthy adult dinner.

It is said to have worked for Jennifer - who has previously admitted to enjoying dairy, coffee and wine - as she has lost 7lbs.

A source told Britain's Grazia magazine: "While in Europe last month, Jen had relaxed her usually strict diet regime. She knew she had been indulging, and seeing as her upcoming role required her to wear lots of little dresses, she wanted to be at her physical peak."

Tracy - whose celebrity clients include Gwyneth Paltrow and Courteney Cox Arquette - is very impressed with Jennifer's progress.

She said: "She's doing really well. Nobody says they only want one specific thing changed. They want the whole toning package."

The diet includes fruit smoothies, pureed oatmeal and pears with cinnamon, soups containing dandelion greens and a dinner of lean meats and vegetables and Tracy swears by the eating plan.

A source said: "Tracy is all about 'clean eating', which means no oils, spices or salt. With 'baby eating', the food is easily processed by the body. Tracy believes efficient digestion equals quick weight loss. But this is a temporary diet for shifting a few pounds quickly, before going back to a normal, healthy eating plan."

Mila Kunis gets 'hobbit' taunts

Mila Kunis gets called a "hobbit" by her friends.

The actress - who measures in at a mere 5 ft 4ins - gets constantly teased for being short but insists she is taller than most people think.

She said: "My friends call me hobbit. I come across shorter than I am. People will say, 'You're not five foot four.' And I'll say, 'People, I know my height.' I'm constantly winning bets - hundreds of dollars."

Hobbits are the diminutive characters from the 'Lord of the Rings' books and films.

Mila - who voices the character Meg Griffin in animated TV series 'Family Guy' - has also denied claims she has had plastic surgery, insisting if she were to go under the knife she wouldn't be embarrassed to admit it.

She added in an interview with the June issue of Esquire magazine, out this week: "Where are my boobs? If I were going to get plastic surgery, I'd get some real work done."

The 26-year-old star is slowly becoming aware of the internet phenomenon of "Meg porn" - which depicts the cartoon character in various compromising positions.

The 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' actress said: "I was at the Emmys last year, and I was in a really ladylike dress, and I felt like a lady, and I opened my phone and someone had sent me these pictures of Meg getting it on with the dog. That was my introduction to Meg porn."

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Difficult old lady Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields intends to be very "difficult" for her children when she gets older.

The 'Furry Vengeance' star - who has two daughters, Rowan, six, and four-year-old Grier, with husband Chris Henchy - says she always wanted at least two children because they would both be able to look after her in her advancing years rather than just having one to cope with all the pressure.

Brooke - who was an only child - told You magazine: "One of the reasons I wanted to have more than one child was so there wouldn't just be one to deal with me. because I intend to make it very difficult for them when I'm older. Why not?"

Although the 44-year-old actress would love another baby, she is worried time is running out on her biological clock.

She said: "I'd love more kids. I don't know how much longer my clock is going to tick, so it's going to depend on my egg age."

Brooke - who had a difficult childhood which involved having an alcoholic mother - claimed her own experiences had made her work hard to ensure her kids had the best childhood.

She said: "What I've built for myself with my husband and my children, I feel so strong with it. I made really healthy choices. My mum was. great, you know. she was a crazy alcoholic but she was also fierce in protecting me. What I could rely on was her commitment to me."

Mural muse Kate Moss

Kate Moss has commissioned Banksy to paint a mural in her mansion.

The supermodel - who recently splashed out on a top-of-the-range sauna and steam room for her £7 million north London home - is paying the British guerrilla artist £150,000 to create a custom-made "eclectic" painting of her on a wall inside her home.

A source said: "Kate is a big fan of Banksy and has several prints of his, plus a few originals, at her home. He has even done a portrait of Moss herself. She explained exactly what she wanted and Banksy gave her a quote. It wasn't cheap.

"Kate asked for an entire wall to be painted, showing Kate on the catwalk at all stages of her career - from a fresh-faced 16 year old to her last appearance earlier this year. It is pretty eclectic. Banksy has even been given a set of keys so he can let himself in."

The 36-year-old catwalk beauty - who has asked for the painting to also feature a number of well known faces including her friends Sadie Frost, Naomi Campbell and Lily Allen - expects the artwork to increase the value of her home.

The source added to the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Kate hopes the Banksy artwork, in addition to the work in her loft, will at least add £200,000 to the value of her house. She has thought all this through and hopes to make a considerable profit when she eventually sells up."

Chery Cole and will's tour friendship

Cheryl Cole and will.i.am are being mocked over their closeness on the road.

The 'Fight for This Love' singer is currently opening for the Black Eyed Peas on their European tour and the group's other three members, Fergie, Taboo and apl.de.ap, have been teasing will and Cheryl about the amount of time they have been spending together.

The 'Where Is The Love?' hitmakers have even been teasing the pair by singing "will and Cheryl sitting in a tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g".

A source told The Sun newspaper: "Between shows, the slog of touring is a dull business. Cheryl's presence has spiced things up during the first two nights in Dublin. Everyone has been teasing will and Cheryl about being an item and generally ripping the p**s. It's playground stuff.

"The backing dancers have been getting in on the act with the most childish stuff."

Although rumours have surfaced the pair could be more than friends since Cheryl split from her soccer star husband Ashley Cole in February, pals insist their private tour meetings are innocent.

The source added: "will has a mobile studio with him and he and Cheryl are planning to spend even more time in there making music during the 17 upcoming UK and European dates.

"Cheryl's been laughing about the ribbing though, saying will.i.am is more like a brother and he's simply been showing off new beats."

will.i.am, 35, produced most of 26-year-old Cheryl's '3 Words' solo LP and has previously claimed he would move to the UK "if it meant being with" "so sexy" Cheryl.

Charlie Sheen wants to save marriage

Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller are still trying to make their marriage work.

The couple - whose relationship has been on the rocks since Charlie was arrested on Christmas Day (25.12.09), following assault allegations made by Brooke - are not thinking about divorce at the moment and want to see if they can sort things out for the sake of their 13-month-old twin sons, Max and Bob.

In a joint statement made by Brooke's lawyer Yale Galanter and Charlie's 'Two and a Half Men' executive producer Mark Burg, they said: "Please let us clarify this: They are not seeking a divorce nor has one been contemplated.

"There has been no financial agreements between the parties of any sort. Stories to the contrary are false."

Although both representatives admit the couple were having marital issues and are currently living apart, they are putting every effort into saving their two-year union.

Yale added: "This is a difficult time and they need space to see if they can work things out or not."

In March, Charlie, 44, pleaded not guilty to assaulting Brooke as he faces three charges - felony menacing, misdemeanour third degree assault and misdemeanour criminal mischief - stemming from her allegations he threatened to kill her with a knife. A trial date has been set for July 21.
 
Both Charlie and Brooke have been in rehab since the allegations receiving treatment for their respective addictions.

Naomi Campbell's temper tears

Naomi Campbell broke down in tears as she blamed her notorious temper on "abandonment issues".

The supermodel was questioned by TV host Oprah Winfrey, who confronted her frankly about her temper - which has seen her previously lash out at her own staff, camera crews, police officers and airline workers.

Naomi blamed her furious outbursts on her mother, who left her at home while she pursued a career as a ballet dancer.

When asked by Oprah if she was "just a petulant diva", she replied: "It comes from a deeper place than that with me. It comes from another type of emotional disorder because it's not just, if I don't get what I want I throw a fit.

"It comes from, I think, an abandonment issue and it comes from also trying to just build up a family around me that's not my immediate family and if I feel a mistrust, then, all my cards go down. It's not a right thing to do. I just see red."

Naomi - who is 40 this month - admitted she is ashamed of her fits of rage and is remorseful every time her temper gets the better of her.

She added: "I take responsibility for the things that I have done and I do feel a great sense of shame. I am ashamed of everything I've ever done. I don't have an excuse for my behaviour."

In 2000, Naomi pleaded guilty to assaulting her personal assistant and in 2003 she was sued by another assistant who claimed she had thrown her telephone at her.

Just a year later, the 39-year-old model was accused of slapping her maid around the face and in 2005 another personal assistant accused Naomi of hitting her over the head with her BlackBerry handset.

In 2006, the catwalk beauty was arrested after she threw a jewel-encrusted mobile phone at her housekeeper.

She was arrested again in April 2008 at London's Heathrow airport on suspicion of assaulting a police officer after one of her suitcases went missing.

Untrusting Susan Boyle

Susan Boyle doesn't think she can trust anybody.

The 'Wild Horses' singer has become a worldwide star following her performances on UK TV show 'Britain's Got Talent' last year, but she is now wary of letting people into her life in case they are just using her, according to her brother Gerry.

He said: "She's living her dream. The downside is that she has to be careful who she's involved with.

"I speak to Susan once in a blue moon. She says she's not sure who she can trust. We don't want anything from her, but we feel that the people around her are there for commercial reasons. We can't get near her. It's like a secret society.

"Our relationship's changed. Although her career is going from strength to strength, she's losing contact with some of her family."

Although he insists the 49-year-old star is happy in her life, he thinks Susan is worried her success may be taken away from her.

He told new! magazine: "She's happy, but I think she's living in fear that someone will take all this away.

"I've tried to give her advice but she won't listen. We are very protective of her. We don't want to spoil the party, but we can't sit here and not say anything."

Gerry also fears his sister is struggling to cope with the pressure put on her, which may explain some of her recent eccentric behaviour.

He said: She has good days and bad days. She's under intense pressure now. I don't think Susan realises just how famous she is.

"I don't think she's got learning difficulties. In my opinion, it's a personality problem. You and I would shrug off disappointment, but it's a major issue for her."

Gwyneth Paltrow's hard marriage

Gwyneth Paltrow admits her marriage isn't always easy.

The 'Iron Man 2' actress - who wed Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in 2003 - says they have to work at their relationship like everyone else but both respect the commitment they made to each other.

Gwyneth - who has two children, Apple, five, and four-year-old Moses, with the 'Fix You' rocker - said: "It's honesty and support and respect. I really have an incredible amount of respect for him as a man, as a human being and as an artist. We have our ups and downs like every couple, but I think you have to make that commitment to invest in a life together and then you don't get that thing if you're single and dating or whatever."

Gwyneth also revealed she is much more relaxed with her lifestyle following years of being an a strict macrobiotic diet.

She told Britain's Star magazine: "I have to gain weight. I can't be one of those people that never does it. I would go crazy. I like food to much, I like alcohol too much, I like ice cream too much. I could never live like that. It would be so profoundly boring to always be strict with myself."

Hula queen Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman beat Jennifer Aniston in a "hula dance-off" in Hawaii.

The Hollywood beauties are currently filming upcoming romantic comedy 'Just Go With It' on the island of Maui, and they can't stop "goofing off" on set and even challenged each other to an exotic dance competition involving hula hoops - which, after a close battle, was eventually won by Nicole.

A set source said: "They are totally bonding together and look like absolute best friends, hanging out between takes, laughing, joking and goofing off together.

"Friday was absolutely hilarious, the two of them decided to have a hula dance-off competition. We all had to judge who was the best hula dancer, and they performed for like five minutes each. They were both amazing and it was declared a tie, but they wouldn't accept that ruling and both insisted on going another round, this time with a hula hoop! Nic just managed to pip Jen to the post, keeping going for around 30 seconds more. It was a tight one, but she just won by the skin of her teeth!"

The pair have kept this light-hearted approach to their work up throughout filming, and fellow cast and crew are amazed by how well they have bonded.

The source added to RadarOnline.com: "That's completely what filming has been like the whole time, just fun and games, it's amazing.

"This has to be one of the most fun film sets I've ever been on, and I'm sure that's going to come over on the finished movie.

"Both Jen and Nic are absolutely awesome. They are totally down to earth and really approachable and friendly."

'Just Go With It' stars Adam Sandler as a plastic surgeon called Patrick who is so afraid of commitment he tells his young girlfriend Beverly, portrayed by model Brooklyn Decker, he is already married.

Jennifer will play his fake wife Palmer, while Nicole stars as Rea Ann Devlin.

Nicole, 42, and 41-year-old Jennifer have been getting on so well, they have even started offering each other fashion advice.

The source added: "It was so sweet, they were just like two regular girlfriends shopping together!"

Gao Yuanyuan's latest "Darizi" photos

Chinese mainland actress Gao Yuanyuan poses for wedding magazine "Darizi" May issue. The "Nanking Nanking" actress looks so charming and gorgeous in the purple wedding dress and exquisite jewelries

Rachel Weisz arrives at Met Costume Gala 2010 in New York

Actress Rachel Weisz arrives at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Benefit celebrating the opening of "American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity" in New York May 3, 2010.

Monday, May 3, 2010

Amanda Seyfried scared of sex

Amanda Seyfried used to think sex was "dirty and disgusting".

The 24-year-old actress - who plays a manipulative temptress in 'Chloe', where she shares a number of lesbian sex scenes alongside actress Julianne Moore - claims she used to be terrified of any kind of intimacy because of the "narrow-minded" town she grew up in.

She told The Sunday Telegraph's Stella magazine: "We have to be open-minded. I'm not saying American's are narrow-minded - I've lived in New York and Los Angeles - but where I grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania. there was a small-town mindset that made me feel that sex was wrong.

"When my sister lost her virginity, I thought that was dirty and disgusting, and I was scared of sex. I remember I had a fight with my friend when I touched a boy for the first time and I didn't tell her. She got mad with me, not because I didn't tell her, but because I'd done it in the first place. "

Amanda - who is currently dating the British actor Dominic Cooper - admits moving away from her home town meant her views on sex changed.

She said: "Intimacy is a wonderful thing. It's frustrating that growing up I thought I was wrong. It isn't. Exploring your sexuality is important when you're growing up."

The 'Dear John' star also revealed that she still has insecurities about her relationships, as she sometimes struggles being apart from Dominic, 31.

She said: "Actors are separated all the time. it almost feels like things are on hold, but we send little messages during the day. My friend was talking to me last night about being apart and he was like, 'You're not worried?' And I thought, 'What's to be worried about?' It's fine, I guess it really is."

Halle Berry not dumped over age gap

Halle Berry's ex-boyfriend, Gabriel Aubry, denies her age is to blame for their split.

The Canadian model told how the breakup of his four and a half year relationship was amicable, and denied the nine-year age gap between him and 43-year-old Halle was a factor, as had previously been reported.

He told Access Hollywood: "While I will not comment on all of the wild inaccuracies being speculated about in the media, I am sad to say that Halle and I have decided together to separate at this time.

"She is, and will forever be one of the most special and beautiful people that I have ever known, and I am certain that we will continue to have only love and respect for one another."

Since the couple split, which happened a few months ago, Gabriel, 34, and Oscar winning actress Halle have been working to resolve their finances and make arrangements for their two-year-old daughter, Nahla - whom they are said to be planning to equally share custody of.

Gabriel added: "We have been blessed with the most amazing daughter in the world, and her happiness and well-being are the most important thing for both of us. Please respect our privacy during this very difficult time."

Gabriel is believed to have ended the relationship with the 'Monster's Ball' actress because they spent so much time apart.

Celebs arrive at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner

New Corp's Chief Executive Rupert Murdoch and his wife Wendi Deng arrive at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington May 1, 2010.

Sunday, May 2, 2010

Paris Hilton shopping at French Connection boutique

Heiress PARIS HILTON was dressed up to the nines as she shopped at the French Connection boutique on Sunset Plaza in West Hollywood, April 29, 2010.

The newly single wore a pretty black and white ensemble of ruffled blouse and high waist pencil skirt, Christian Louboutin pumps and a playful golden collier. PARIS sat satisfied with her purchases in the car and waved with her little lipgloss besmeared pow to the waiting fans and paparazzi.

Saturday, May 1, 2010

Katy Perry dumping junk before her big day

Singer Katy Perry and comedian Russell Brand arrive at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar party in West Hollywood, California March 7, 2010.

Katy Perry is cutting out junk food before her big day.

The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is set to exchange vows with fiance Russell Brand in October - has yet to find the perfect wedding dress for their intimate ceremony, but is already cutting back on fatty foods in preparation.

She said: "I'm preparing a little bit here and there. I have to stop eating McDonald's and start my dance classes."

The 25-year-old pop star - who accepted the comedian's marriage proposal after a four-month whirlwind romance - is reportedly already thinking about having children with Russell.

A friend close to Katy said: "She's totally in love with him. She never stops talking about Russell and is already talking about how she can't wait to make him a dad."

Russell - who abandoned his womanising ways in order to settle down with Katy - also recently admitted he was beginning to feel broody.

When asked if he wanted to be a dad, the 34-year-old star said: "That would be good, I do want children."

Kristen Bell loves ring

Kristen Bell loves her engagement ring.

The 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' actress says partner Dax Shepard did a good job with the Neil Lane design, and she is very excited about her upcoming nuptials.

She said: "He nailed it! I'm just really excited. I'm happy and trying to live in that moment. It's kind of indescribable."

The 29-year-old star is preparing for her big day by taking up Pilates - a stretching exercise used by celebrities including Jennifer Aniston and Jamie Lee Curtis.

She said: "I really, really enjoy it. Stretching is involved, so it doesn't really feel like you're working out!"

Kristen is rumoured to be starting a family with Dax, and is building a nursery in her Los Angeles home in preparation.

A source said: "She's planning a bit. But it won't be long. They talk about starting a family all the time."

Kristen has previously vowed to put her family ahead of her work in Hollywood, saying: "I think your significant other should be way more important than your work, personally. I love working. But I don't know that I'd say I'm a workaholic because I also love maxin' and relaxin'."

Denzel Washington wants West End run

Denzel Washington wants to bring his play 'Fences' to the UK.

The two-time Oscar winner is unsure if his schedule and the financial implications of going to London's West End theatre district with the production - currently being staged on Broadway in New York - make it viable, but is keen on the idea.

Denzel, 55, said: "They want to take it to London. But can I go? I'd love to - but have you seen my bills?

"I would love to go, but is it possible? I just don't know. I'm not ruling it out, though."

The play tells the story of African American man Troy Maxson - played by Denzel - and his wife Rose, portrayed by Viola Davis, who struggle with their life in 1950s Pittsburgh.

It was originally written by August Wilson in 1983 and went on to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1987.

Scott Rudin, co-producer of the current production, wants to bring the play and Denzel across the Atlantic, saying: "I'd do it like a shot."

However, he acknowledges there are several hurdles to overcome.

If a West End run does happen, the entire seven person cast will reprise their roles.

Rose's husband Julius Tennon insists his wife would be open to the idea of showcasing her talents in the UK capital.

He said: "I think she'd love to do that."

Both Rose and Denzel are tipped as contenders for Tony awards this summer.

Paris Hilton relanching pop career?

Paris Hilton arrives at the Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Style Issue Event in Hollywood, California, April 22, 2010.

Paris Hilton is seemingly set to relaunch her pop career.

The 29-year-old socialite met up with acclaimed songwriter Linda Perry - who is responsible for Christina Aguilera's 'Beautiful' and Gwen Stefani's 'What You Waiting For?', among other tracks - sparking speculation she is planning a follow-up to her 2006 LP 'Paris'.

Paris revealed the news on twitter, writing: "Went and visited Linda Perry at her studio. She is so cool and her studio is incredible. I respect her so much as a producer, what a talent."

'Stars Are Blind', the first single from 'Paris', was an international smash hit upon its release, reaching the top five in the British, Italian, Swedish and Canadian charts.

Even Lady Gaga admitted she was a fan of the song.

She said: "I always thought that 'Stars Are Blind' was one of the greatest records ever. Quite honestly it was a great pop record."

Paris previously admitted she would like to work with the 'Telephone' hitmaker on some new music.

She said: "Anything we do will be a surprise, so you can't know about it."

Paris recently got some musical inspiration at the Coachella Music Festival in California, and "rocked out" to acts including Gorillaz and David Guetta.

She wrote on twitter: "So much fun tonite! Rocked it out to Tomm Yorke and the Gorillaz! So sick!! Loves it! :)

"Raged on the stage at MGMT then David Guetta and now am rocking to Muse. Best spot in the house! Huge! Coachella Rocks... Jay Z was amazing! So much fun with my sis and all my girls! :) (sic)"

Paul Weller contemplating Botox

Paul Weller is considering getting Botox.

The 51-year-old musician admits he is vain and often thinks about having the wrinkle-smoothing injections to keep him looking young.

He said: "I think about it all the time, but I always get talked out of it.

"Because I'm so vain I hate seeing myself age. The age I'm at, though, I've got to learn to accept getting older. Apart from looking different physically, I'm still doing the same thing I've always done, so unless I look in the mirror, I don't feel that different from how I did 33 years ago."

Weller - who is dating 24-year-old backing singer Hannah Andrews - has no plans to retire from music when he reaches old age, and wants to play until he dies.

The 'Changingman' rocker - who has just released new album 'Wake Up The Nation' - added to Shortlist magazine: "If you still love it, what's to stop you? It's only in pop music we think like that, because in any other form of music around the world, people play until they fall over and die. They wouldn't pack it in just because they're 70.

"I just hope I'll still be here in 30 years. I like what John Lee Hooker did before he died. He played in a club, said goodbye to his friends, and just went home and died. He literally played right up until he died. That's what I want to do."

Pink's video pain

Pink hurt herself "a lot" while shooting a new video for her European tour.

The 'So What' singer has been filming scenes to accompany her live performances this summer which features some "weird s**t", including her motocross racer husband Carey Hart and her in a bumblebee costume.

She tweeted: "Shooting tour video today. Definitely some weird s**t going on. Wait til Carey gets here for his part. He's gonna be p****d!!!

"We're the roller ravers! I'm making my bumble bee costume now (sic)!"

She later added: "long days shooting new tour video. it's gonna be amazing though!!!! i hope all my european friends like it:) cause it hurt. a lot (sic)."

The outgoing singer has become prone to getting hurt recently. She burnt her legs on Carey's hot motorbike pipes when her leg slipped as she was riding pillion a few weeks ago.

She wrote on twitter at the time: "To answer the leg question: I burnt my leg on hubbys pipes. Burns are no fun. Hot pipes aren't either. At least not that kind lol. (sic)"

Pink - real name Alecia Moore - is touring across Europe this summer, starting at the end of May in Germany. The tour will include several festival appearances.

Disney fan Scarlett Johansson

Cast member Scarlett Johansson attends the premiere of the movie "Iron Man 2" at El Capitan theatre in Hollywood, California April 26, 2010.

Scarlett Johansson says her favourite place to go is Disneyland - because no one bothers her there.

The actress is choosy about where she goes on holiday with her actor husband Ryan Reynolds because of the attention they attract, but claims people enjoy the world famous theme park so much they don't notice her.

She said: "There are certain places I won't go, because I don't want to end up photographed in a bikini. But I go to Disneyland. At Disneyland, you are not the main attraction - that's the best part."

Scarlett - who plays Russian spy Black Widow in the superhero sequel - accepts her fame is growing everyday but she is getting used to it.

However, one thing she is no longer surprised by is seeing advertising billboards of herself.

She added to the Daily Record newspaper: "If I am part of a campaign I look at the picture and say, 'Oh, I look good in that.' Or, 'That's a nice photograph.' It's no big deal.

"But I'm a woman, so everyday I wake up and go, 'Oh my God!' Like everybody else. Or I'm like, 'That looks OK. I'm feeling fat, I'm feeling thin. I'm feeling sexy, I'm not feeling sexy.' "

Halle Berry splits from Gabriel

Halle Berry has reportedly split from Gabriel Aubry.

The actress and the French-Canadian model - who have a two-year-old daughter Nahla Ariela Aubry together but are not married - have ended their romance and are currently working out financial and custody arrangements, according to RadarOnline.com.

It was Gabriel, 34, who allegedly decided to call time on his five-year relationship with 43-year-old Halle and their nine-year age gap is believed to have been a factor in his decision.

A source said: "Gabriel just felt it wasn't working anymore. When they were first together the nine-year age difference between them didn't faze him, she was the most beautiful woman he had ever dated and he was totally in love. But as time went on he started feeling it more and more. He felt he needed to break it off with Halle."

The relationship ended a couple of months ago and Halle has been using the services of Judy Bogen, a family law attorney from Beverly Hills law firm Hersch Mannis and Bogen, to sort out custody conditions for Nahla and various financial matters.

The source added: "Gabriel's main concern was custody of Nahla, he loves that little girl more than anything, and wanted 50/50 joint physical custody of her, which Halle agreed to.

"Financially, Gabriel earns a decent amount from his modeling career, in the region of $700,000 per year, so he's comfortable and he didn't want a dime from Halle.

"All Gabriel has asked for is the house they own together in Canada. Halle put the full deposit down on the house but Gabriel has made every one of the payments since. Halle agreed right away.

"As much as it can be it's been an amicable split."

Unlucky-in-love Halle is no stranger to break-ups.

The Oscar winner's first marriage to David Justice, a former baseball player, ended after four years in 1997.

Her second union to musician Eric Benet imploded after four years when the 'Monster's Ball' star discovered he had cheated on her.

After two failed marriages Halle vowed not to wed Gabriel because she didn't need to be a wife to be happy.

She said: "I will never marry again. I have a good healthy love for myself and love in my life. I no longer feel the need to be someone's wife and I don't need the validation of a marriage certificate."

Paris Hilton ready for single life

Paris Hilton arrives at the Us Weekly Hot Hollywood Style Issue Event in Hollywood, California, April 22, 2010.

Paris Hilton is happy to be single.

The socialite - who ended her 14-month romance with reality TV star Doug Reinhardt in April - insists she just wants to be on her own and have fun.

In an interview on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', she said: "I don't really want to date anyone yet. I just want to hang out with my friends and my family and enjoy life and focus on my work."

Despite her single vow, the 29-year-old star admitted she enjoyed having dinner with her ex-boyfriend Jason Shaw - who she dated from 2001 to 2003 - last week, and hinted something romantic could happen between them again.

She added: "I was with someone I was with, like, years ago back in the day. We'll see what happens. I love him so much. We're very close and I've known him a very long time."