Connery Carries On BoozingWine-loving actor SIR SEAN CONNERY refused to give up his favourite drink - even when doctors advised him to quit boozing. Knightley’s Director Defends Stage DebutThe director working on KEIRA KNIGHTLEY’s upcoming stage debut has been forced to defend her decision to hire the Hollywood actress - following criticism about theatres using big names to sell tickets. Roberts Gets Standing Ovation On Opening NightTONY ROBERTS bounced back from his seizure by treading the boards for the opening night of Broadway play THE ROYAL FAMILY on Thursday (08Oct09). Obama Wins Nobel Peace PrizeU.S. President BARACK OBAMA has been awarded the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize, less than a year after taking office in America. Lachey & Minnillo Back TogetherSinger NICK LACHEY has rekindled his relationship with ex VANESSA MINNILLO. Lachey, who was once married to pop star Jessica Simpson, parted ways with the brunette TV presenter in June (09) after three years together. Ozzy Eyes Autobiographical MovieOZZY OSBOURNE would love JOHNNY DEPP to play him in a film of his life. The shock rocker has just penned autobiography I Am Ozzy - and he’d eyeing the Pirates Of The Caribbean hunk as the perfect person to portray him if the book was ever transformed for the big screen. Little Boots Cancels ShowsBritish singer LITTLE BOOTS has cancelled a string of shows on her upcoming European tour. The 25 year old was set to hit the road in November (09), taking in cities including Milan, Italy and Berlin in Germany, but scheduling issues have prompted the star to axe seven gigs. Shakira’s Super Sleuth ChallengeSHAKIRA has set her fans an online treasure hunt challenge - to give them the chance to win tickets for her exclusive album launch party. Minogue Set For Vegas ResidencyKYLIE MINOGUE is set to follow in the footsteps of DAME SHIRLEY BASSEY and CELINE DION by staging a Las Vegas residency. Jackson’s Death Mocked In South ParkMICHAEL JACKSON fans have hit out at the creators of SOUTH PARK - a new episode of the controversial animated series shows their idol living in Purgatory. Williams’ Love Tribute On AlbumROBBIE WILLIAMS has penned a love balled for his girlfriend on his comeback album. The British singer credits American actress Ayda Field with turning his life around following his long-running battle with drink and drugs. Bono Films U.k. Political Support VideoU2 frontman BONO has shown his support for British political party the Conservatives by filming a video urging them to continue with their current policies. Harvard Scholars Poke Fun At Twilight In First Novel For 40 YearsScholars at Harvard University are to lampoon the TWILIGHT phenomenon in a hilarious new novel. The Harvard Lampoon magazine’s Nightlight will be published by Random House’s Vintage Books imprint in November (09). Comedy Newcomer Was Child GeniusThe breakthrough star of VINCE VAUGHN and JON FAVREAU’s new comedy COUPLES RETREAT was a child prodigy who went to university when she was 16. Dina Lohan Launches Anti-gossip WebsitesLINDSAY LOHAN’s mother is launching two new websites to blast lies about her superstar daughter. Dina Lohan is sick of responding to fabricated rumours and reports about the 23-year-old actress, so she’s teaming up with the Mean Girls star to reveal the truth about their family. Mckenzie’s Southland CancelledActor BEN MCKENZIE’s cop drama SOUTHLAND has been cancelled - just weeks after his former THE O.C. castmate MISCHA BARTON’s show suffered the same fate. Vaughn ‘marriage Won’t Change Me’VINCE VAUGHN is convinced fiancee KYLA WEBBER will be left disappointed when they become man and wife - because he refuses to change his bad habits. Rock Lawsuit DismissedA U.S. judge has dismissed a $5 million (£3.5 million) plagiarism lawsuit against funnyman CHRIS ROCK. Hasselfhoff Released From RehabDAVID HASSELHOFF was admitted to a rehabilitation centre in the U.K. earlier this week (begs05Oct09) after he accidentally hit a doctor during a drinking binge, according to reports. Kylie Minogue to become Vegas Showgirl
MJ’s death mockery in South Park angers fansWASHINGTON - Michael Jackson’s fans are angry with the makers of South Park for mocking the King of Pop in a recent episode. Lindsay finds acting “monotonous”WASHINGTON - Lindsay Lohan has said acting was not her first career choice and fashion is what she really loves. Forest Whitaker, 50 Cent may come together for Jekyll and Hyde remakeMELBOURNE - Oscar winning actor Forest Whitaker and rapper 50 Cent may star together in a modern day version of the classic Jekyll and Hyde. Hilary Swank doesn’t mind being nude in front of beau’s son
Hollywood calls on India’s favorite son: A.R. Rahman’s got a new life in L.A.MUMBAI, India — Hollywood is finally getting to know A.R. Rahman, the short, humble and deeply religious man who took two Oscars home to southern India for his work on “Slumdog Millionaire.” Keira Knightley set to make West End debutLONDON - Hollywood star Keira Knightley is set to make her debut on the West End stage later this year in a modern-day version of Moliere’s comedy The Misanthrope. Jolie back in contact with estranged dad
Bell to star as Aguilera’s rival in ‘Burlesque’LONDON - Actress Kristen Bell is all set to play singer Christina Aguilera’s rival in the musical drama “Burlesque”. Fat city: W.Va. town worries celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s TV show will focus on negativesCHARLESTON, W.Va. — Weary of being stuck with what they call the false label of America’s unhealthiest city, Huntington residents are offering a wary welcome to a celebrity TV chef who hopes to help them shape up. Jordan denies plans to dump loverLONDON - Jordan has denied reports that she is planning to dump boyfriend Alex Reid. The glamour girl a.k.a Katie Price hit out at the allegations amid rumours that Reid is a cross-dresser, a claim denied by the cage fighter. Miley Cyrus quits TwitterLONDON - Miley Cyrus’ sudden exit from the social networking site Twitter has left her fans disappointed and puzzled. Zac Efron finds his flicks boringWASHINGTON - Zac Efron has not been quite excited about his onscreen roles lately, but with new film ‘Me and Orson Welles’ his stand is a bit different. Perry ‘good Genes Keep Me Rocking’AEROSMITH rocker JOE PERRY thanks his “good genes” and Portuguese heritage for his long career. The guitarist turns 60 next year (10), but is showing no signs of slowing down - recently revealing the band will schedule another tour after a “breather” in 2010. Brooks & Dunn Plan One More StagecoachBROOKS & DUNN will return to the site of America’s top country music festival to perform a farewell show in April (09), before hanging up their hats and boots. Reading Festival Promoters FinedThe promoters of Britain’s annual Reading festival have been fined for breaching health and safety rules. |