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Paris Hilton 'Was Dumped by Voicemail'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:35:19 -0500

Paris Hilton was dumped by voicemail by her ex Benji Madden - before she had the chance to split with him, according to reports.

Socialite Paris and Good Charlotte rocker Benji ended their relationship in November after dating for several months.

And sources tell the new issue of Britain's Heat magazine that Benji decided to dump Paris just as she decided to end their romance.

Lindsay Lohan Denies Samantha Ronson Split Rumors

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:26:36 -0500

Lindsay Lohan has blasted claims she is splitting from girlfriend Samantha Ronson.

The Means Girls star, 22, took to her MySpace blog Monday to insist that the pair - who have been dating for several months - are still very happy together.

She wrote, "Oy vey! Rumors. Just to clear this up, because I have been getting a lot of emails asking me this one question ... Samantha Ronson and Lindsay Lohan (me) are NOT breaking up."

In the December issue of Harper's Bazaar magazine, Lohan declared her love for 31-year-old Ronson.

Britney Spears Announces Tour Dates

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:16:32 -0500

Britney Spears has announced the dates for her upcoming Circus world tour.

The tour will see The Pussycat Dolls open for Spears - who recently released her 8th studio album, Circus.

Spears kicks off her first show March 3 in New Orleans and is also slated to perform to shows in London next June.

It is her first world tour since 2004's Onyx Hotel Tour.

The dates are as follows:

Tue, 03/03/09
New Orleans Arena
New Orleans, LA

Thu, 03/05/09
Philips Arena
Atlanta, GA

Sat, 03/07/09

Brad Pitt: 'I'll Marry Angelina Jolie When it's Important to Our Kids'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:01:02 -0500

Brad Pitt says he and partner Angelina Jolie will get married when "we feel it's important to our kids".

The Hollywood star - who raises six children with the Tomb Raider star - says the couple will eventually tie the knot.

He tells the Today show's Ann Curry, "If we feel it's important to our kids, we would.

"I'm really proud of this family. I look at my sons and daughters. ... I feel rich being around them. Each one offers so much to the mix."

Sienna Miller and Balthazar Getty Want to Work Together

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:38:50 -0500

Sienna Miller believes it would be "movie gold" if she starred alongside lover Balthazar Getty on the big screen.

The Alfie star - who recently rekindled her romance with the married actor following a brief split - hopes that starring in a film together will win over those that have criticized their relationship.

A source says, "Her advisers are warning how unpopular that would be.

"People haven't taken to them as a pair due to the way they got together. They fear people will find it a bit too sickly - as though they are rubbing his wife's face in it.

Victoria Beckham: 'My Dresses Make it Easy For Women to go to The Toilet'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:30:59 -0500

Victoria Beckham had one goal when she was designing her new fashion line - to make dresses that women can easily go to the toilet in.

The former Spice Girl - who is married to soccer star David Beckham - recently launched her second collection of women's clothes.

And she personally chose the most important features the outfits needed.

Brad Pitt: 'I Hate The Paparazzi'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:15:06 -0500

Brad Pitt says he "hates" the paparazzi.

The actor - who raises six children with partner Angelina Jolie - dislikes his family being photographed constantly.

Speaking on the Today show he said, "Let me be very blunt: I hate [the paparazzi]. I hate these people. I don't understand ... that they do that for a living."

Courtney Love: "I Set The Stage For Britney Spears to Crash And Burn'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:06:52 -0500

Courtney Love says she "set the stage" for Britney Spears' downfall.

Love - the widow of Nirvana singer/guitarist Kurt Cobain - believes she has experienced the same problems - drug addiction, arrests and custody battles - as Toxic singer Spears.

She says, "I had a long, hard fall. I set the stage for Britney to crash and burn.

"I went through it all first."

Love also revealed that she tried to get a gastric band fitted but her doctor wouldn't allow it.

She added to Elle magazine, "If I could get a gastric band I would!

Will Young: 'I Almost Quit Singing'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:52:58 -0500

Will Young almost gave up his singing career - after falling out of love with the music business.

The singer - who shot to fame in 2002 after winning British TV talent show Pop Idol - says he almost became an actor.

He tells Britain's Heat magazine, "I almost gave up. Particularly after I started acting – I thought, 'I'll do this instead!'"

"I think I did really well [coping with fame] – because I didn't have a breakdown!

Madonna & Alex Rodriguez 'Shop For Love Nest'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 07:04:30 -0500

Madonna and her rumored lover Alex Rodriguez are "quietly shopping" for a love nest, according to reports.

The pair are eying up properties on the Upper East Side and on the East End of New York, reports Page Six.

A real estate source says, "Madanna and Alex are discreetly looking at properties between Fifth and Park avenues, from just above 60th Street through the 80s.

"She personally came to look at one house a couple of months ago, and Alex has been looking recently.

Amy Winehouse 'Stuns' Louis Walsh With Classy Gift

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:55:42 -0500

Amy Winehouse shocked Irish music mogul and X Factor judge Louis Walsh - by sending him a green tie and shamrock cuff links.

The Rehab hitmaker, 25, gave Louis the gift - from highbrow London department Selfridges - to say thank you for looking after her goddaughter Dionne, who visited the ITV1 show's Wembley studios.

A source tells British newspaper The Sun, "It came nicely wrapped up. Best of all was the handwritten note.

Miley Cyrus Wants to Study in London

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:44:02 -0500

Miley Cyrus wants to move to London and study.

The 16-year-old - who shot to fame after appearing in the hit Disney show Hannah Montana - wants to become a photographer and reckons the best place to pick up her trade is in the UK.

Miley - the daughter of country star Billy Ray Cyrus - says she was inspired by famed celebrity snapper Annie Leibovitz, who caused controversy when she photographed the teenager semi-nude for Vanity Fair magazine earlier this year.

Miley explains, "I want to come to London to study photography.

Mark Ronson to Produce Elton John's New Album

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:39:42 -0500

Mark Ronson is set to work with pop royalty - by producing Elton John's next album, according to reports.

The super-producer - who has previously worked with Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen and Christina Aguilera - will work alongside John, 61, on what will be his 30th album, Fox News reports.

The record will appear on the Universal/Republic label run by Universal Music's Monte Lippman and the pair will reportedly begin working in the studio in the new year.

Meanwhile, Ronson, 31, has once again teamed up with Winehouse.

Britney Spears: 'I Want a Father Figure For my Children'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:31:33 -0500

Britney Spears wants a father figure for her children.

The singer - who has two sons with her second ex-husband Kevin Federline - says she wants to get married for a third time, despite her bad experiences.

She says, "In five years I would like to be married and have a father figure for my kids, someone who is a provider and can be really stable.

"It's hard [raising children] on your own."

Simon Cowell: 'Britney Spears Was in Awe of me'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:24:27 -0500

Simon Cowell believes Britney Spears was in "awe" of him.

The Womanizer hitmaker appeared on Cowell's British TV talent show X Factor on Saturday night.

And Simon is adamant he left the superstar singer starstruck when the pair met backstage.

He says, "This may be a bit egotistical, but I think she was in awe of me.

"She was just staring at me. I said, 'Touch me, I'm human,' and I think that broke the ice."

Marey Carey Gets Luxury Chalet From Husband

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:16:56 -0500

Mariah Carey's new husband, Nick Cannon, has reportedly "shocked" his pals - by buying his superstar wife a $2million Aspen chalet.

The pair married in a secret ceremony on the Caribbean earlier this year.

And Nick, 28, was keen to show his bride how much he loved her - and bought her the property so she can go skiing without "the hassle of renting".

A source reveals, "Nick is clearly still in the honeymoon phase.

"He's shocked all their pals by going out of his way to nab Mariah this beautiful sanctuary.

Britney Spears 'Can't Give up Smoking'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:06:03 -0500

Britney Spears is struggling to give up smoking.

The Toxic singer - who is currently under the conservatorship of her father, Jamie - is reportedly puffing away so much she's had to have special cigarette breaks included in her hectic European promotional tour.

A source close to Britney - who recently performed on TV shows in Germany, France and the UK - said, "Britney is fitter and healthier than she has been for years but she just can't or won't give up her smokes.

Reese Witherspoon's Christmas Cutback

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:01:58 -0500

Reese Witherspoon is considering imposing a $10 limit on Christmas presents.

The Legally Blonde star - who has two children with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe and is currently dating actor Jake Gyllenhaal - believes it's about the quality of the gift and not the quantity.

She says, "My family's not a big expense, my family always had like a thing. Everybody always got one gift and whether it was like chocolate or flowers it'd be like the nicest little chocolates you could get, but that was all you got.

Paris Hilton: 'I Don't Have Dating on my Mind'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 05:56:49 -0500

Paris Hilton insists she is not over her split from boyfriend Benji Madden.

The socialite and the Good Charlotte rocker ended their relationship in November after dating for several months.

But Paris, 27, is not ready to find herself another man.

She says, "I don't have dating on my mind at all.

"Just the thought of dating someone else grosses me out. No way."

America Ferrera: 'I Want to be Wonder Woman'

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 05:53:47 -0500

America Ferrera wants to become the next Wonder Woman.

The actress - who plays Betty Suarez in TV hit Ugly Betty - says she is dying to star in an action movie because they look so much fun.

She reveals, "I really want to do an action film. Maybe be a super hero - like Wonder Woman. I would love that.

"They all look so exciting - those action films like Batman and Iron Man and all those exciting roles. I would love to do that. But I don't know if that is going to happen."

Corey Feldman Blasts Goonies Sequel Rumors

Adam — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 05:49:19 -0500

Corey Feldman has blasted rumors of a Goonies sequel.

The actor - who starred as Clark "Mouth" Devereaux in the 1985 comedy film - insists there will be no Goonies 2, despite recent reports suggesting otherwise.

He says, "There is no Goonies 2.

"I'm sorry but it's just not going to happen. It seems every 6 months the rumor mill gets started up again and people run around both excited and angry, and eventually I have to respond.

"I would have loved to do this movie under the direction of Richard Donner again but it is just not meant to be."

Simon Cowell Warns The Media: 'Don't Harass Me'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:40:35 -0500

Simon Cowell's lawyers have urged the UK media not to harass the star.

As Showbiz Spy reported earlier today, a bugging device was found on Cowell's $250k Bentley, leaving him "freaking him out."

After learning the identity of the journalist who allegedly attached the device to Cowell's car, his lawyers, Carter-Ruck, sent a warning letter to national newspapers warning them "enough is enough".

Madonna 'Removes Traces of Guy Ritchie From Her Home'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:30:33 -0500

Madonna is removing all traces of ex-husband Guy Ritchie from the couple's former marital home in London.

The pair announced in October that they would be separating after almost 8 years of marriage; and they divorced in November.

And Madonna, 50, has reportedly made plans to get rid of love tokens given to her by the film director and changed the answer phone message at the house they once shared.

Simon Cowell's $250k Bentley Bugged With a Tracking Device

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:21:31 -0500

Simon Cowell "completely freaked out" after discovering his $250k Bentley had been bugged with a tracking device.

The American Idol judge, 49, became suspicious after noticing a mysterious motorcyclist who kept appearing outside buildings where he had attended private meetings.

He then called in his security team who found the device attached to the undercarriage of the luxury vehicle.

Angelina Jolie 'Collapses During Press Conference' - Report

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:09:10 -0500

Angelina Jolie Collapsed during a press conference for her new movie, according to reports.

The actress - who has six children with partner Brad Pitt - is currently promoting her new film Changeling, in which she stars as Christine Collins (a woman who returns home one day to discover her nine-year-old son, Walter, is missing.)

And sources say the star is reaching "breaking point".

Mary-Kate Olsen Pregnant?

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:51:48 -0500

Mary-Kate Olsen is pregnant with her first child, according to tabloid reports.

Mary-Kate - one half of the Olsen Twins - has sparked rumors she is expecting after her weight shot up to 102lbs.

A source tells the National Enquirer magazine, "Mary-Kate has been looking a lot rounder recently. It is good she has put on weight, because she previously suffered from anorexia, but a lot of people think she could actually be attempting to hide her pregnancy."

Britney Spears: "I'm Going to Get Married Next Year'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:48:05 -0500

Britney Spears wants to get married again.

Speaking on her MTV documentary, Britney: For The Record, the singer - who has two children with ex-husband Kevin Federline - says she is planning to have more kids and find the "the man of my dreams."

She said, "I'm going to write the man of my dreams on my arm.

"I'm going to get married next year and have babies. Watch!

Paris Hilton: 'I've Recorded an Album, But I Have no Label'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:39:40 -0500

Paris Hilton has recorded an album - but she can't release it, as she doesn't have a record label.

The socialite - who released her debut album, Paris, in 2006 - has completed her as-yet-untitled second album, and says it sounds "like Kylie Minogue."

She says, "I wrote all the songs, it's very dance, like Kylie Minogue."

But after parting ways with Warner Bros. Records Paris - who recently split from her Good Charlotte rocker beau Benj Madden - has no way of getting the album out there.

She adds, "I'm figuring it out right now.

Ricky Gervais Nominated For Best Actor in a Motion Picture

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:23:58 -0500

British comedian Ricky Gervais has been nominated for Best Actor in a Motion Picture in the International Press Academy Sattelite Awards.

The star, 47, is up against Sam Rockwell, Josh Brolin, Michael Cera and Brendan Gleeson in the Comedy or Musical category for his role as dentist Bertram Pincus in the 2008 movie Ghost Town.

Britney Spears: 'I Worry All The Time'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:17:04 -0500

Britney Spears says she worries "all the time."

The Toxic singer - who has been under the conservatorship of her father, Jamie, since her highly-publicized breakdown earlier this year - says she has found 2008 difficult.

She tells the new issue of Glamour magazine, "The whole year has been a hell of a year for me.

"I didn't know exactly where I stood with everyone."

Spears also credits making her new album, Circus, with helping her get back on track.

She adds, "Recording this album has helped take my mind off certain things.

Director of New Brad Pitt Film Branded 'Abusive'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:55:30 -0500

David Fincher - the director of the new Brad Pitt-starring film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - has angered cast and crew on-set of the flick with his "abusive" nature, according to tabloid reports.

The film - which is adapted from the 1920s story by F. Scott Fitzgerald - follows a man who is born in his eighties and ages backwards. It stars Pitt as Benjamin Button and Cate Blanchett as Daisy.

But Fincher's imperious ways have done nothing to help the picture, according to the New York Post.

Madonna's Brother to Direct a Movie

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:44:08 -0500

Madonna's brother is set to follow in the footsteps of his superstar sibling - by directing a movie.

Christopher Ciccone - who earlier this year released a tell-all book, Life With My Sister Madonna, about the Material Girl - will follow-up the controversial tome by directing his first flick, Twist.

According to New York Post gossip column Page Six, the picture is a gory teen thriller about a serial killer running wild through a coastal California town.

Elton John Gave David Furnish a Lock of His Baby Hair

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:28:39 -0500

Elton John's partner David Furnish wears a lock of the star's baby hair for luck.

Furnish, 46, says he keeps the strand in a locket with a picture of the Rocket Man singer as an infant and wears it only on important occasions.

He said, "I have around my neck a little tiny locket and it has a lock of Elton's baby hair and a picture of him as a baby. I wear it for important occasions — when I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and on airplanes.

"It's a talisman that makes me feel protected, like I've got him with me all the time."

Britney Spears: 'I Married For The Wrong Reasons'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:22:34 -0500

Britney Spears believes she would be dead if not for her love of dancing.

The singer - who is currently under the conservatorship of her father, Jamie - admits she "totally lost her way" before her breakdown - and still has "bad days".

Speaking on her fly-on-the-wall documentary, Britney: For the Record, she says her highly-publicized troubles began with her split from childhood sweetheart Justin Timberlake in 2002.

She said, "I feel like I handled that break-up.

Paris Hilton 'Grossed Out' At The Thought of Dating Someone Else

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:11:18 -0500

Paris Hilton is not ready to start dating again since splitting from beau Benji Madden.

The socialite and the Good Charlotte rocker ended their relationship in November after dating for several months.

And Paris, 27, has confessed that she is not yet ready to move on.

She says, "I don't have dating on my mind at all.

"Just the thought of dating someone else grosses me out.

"No way."

Simon Cowell Wants to Work With Victoria Beckham

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:56:03 -0500

Simon Cowell wants to make a TV show with Victoria Beckham.

The American Idol judge is keen to team up with former Spice Girl because she is so "funny".

He says, "That's the other thing I'd love to do. Make a show with her, as she actually is.

"Funny. A piss-taker. She'd become the biggest celebrity in the world."

Simon, 49, recently split from his longtime girlfriend Terri Seymour, 34.

Leona Lewis: 'I'm Still Normal'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:49:43 -0500

Leona Lewis insists she is still a normal person, despite her global success.

The singer - who shot to fame in 2006 after winning Britain's The X Factor - says little has changed in her life - and her family keep her grounded.

She explains, "It's what keeps me grounded. I make sure I have plenty of time chilling out, doing normal things. You know, having lie-ins, catching up on EastEnders."

The singer, 23, also rubbished reports Simon Cowell plans to buy her a mansion in Los Angeles.

Jennifer Aniston Refuses to Join Facebook

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:44:31 -0500

Jennifer Aniston says joining Facebook or MySpace would be like "dancing with the Devil."

The former Friends actress - who is currently dating singer John Mayer - believes it would be a bad idea for her to sign up to one of the popular social networking sites.

She says, "It's not for me. I'd be opening myself up too much.

"I don't want to sound like a complete innocent - I've looked at things, of course.

"But it's such spewing. If I look at it, I'll be affected. It's like dancing with the Devil."

Simon Cowell: 'I Never Wanted Fame'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:39:57 -0500

Simon Cowell says he never wanted to become famous.

The American Idol judge says he is tired of his hectic lifestyle - and is looking to make some changes.

He says, "I'm definitely not retiring. But I am going to make a couple of changes.

"The contracts are all up at the end of next year and what I may well do is stop actually being on TV. Give up the panel.

"The thing that gets me is the schedule. Every day of my week is filled for the next year.

"[Fame] takes a lot and it's something I never wanted. I'm a music business person."

Angelina Jolie: 'I Have No Regrets'

Adam — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 10:35:02 -0500

Angelina Jolie has no regrets about her past.

The actress - who raises six children with partner Brad Pitt - insists her experiences have made her who she is today.

She tells Britain's The Sunday Times, "I'm one of those people who believes you just can't regret things in life.

"You have to feel confident that it was all part of the journey.

"If you start to regret, start to hesitate and question every move to make, then you live in some different way.

"And for all the craziness I've done, I've never hurt anyone."