Kate Winslet immortalised in wax

Kate Winslet has been immortalised in wax.

The 'Titanic' actress has been given her own replica waxwork model at top London attraction Madame Tussauds and her lookalike is being exhibited alongside other British acting talents such as Dame Helen Mirren and Dame Judi Dench.

Model-makers spent months perfecting the figure of 36-year-old Kate and the model has been dressed in the red cap-sleeve Elie Saab dress she wore to collect her prize at the Emmy Awards earlier this year.

Kate was included at Madame Tussauds after visitors voted for her to get her own tribute.

Liz Edwards, PR Manager at the tourist attraction, said: "Guests from around the world voted for Kate Winslet in droves - she has clearly got wide reaching global appeal. She is an iconic actress of a generation; a true English Rose and we're delighted to be creating a figure of her."

Other stars to have waxworks at Madame Tussauds include Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, David Beckham and Brad Pitt.

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Eddie Murphy Quits as Oscars Host After Exit of Show Producer Brett Ratner

By Michael White - Nov 10, 2011 4:03 AM GMT+0700

Actor Eddie Murphy withdrew as host of the 2012 Oscar awards telecast following the exit of producer Brett Ratner over controversial remarks.

“I appreciate how Eddie feels about losing his creative partner, Brett Ratner, and we all wish him well,” Tom Sherak, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, said today in an e-mailed statement.

Murphy, 50, was working with Ratner and a team of writers to headline the show scheduled for Feb. 26 on Walt Disney Co. (DIS)’s ABC network. Ratner, director of the Murphy comedy “Tower Heist,” stepped down yesterday amid criticism over a gay slur made after a promotional screening of the film.

“I completely understand and support each party’s decision with regard to a change of producers for this year’s Academy Awards ceremony,” Murphy said in the statement. “I was truly looking forward to being part of the show that our production team and writers were just starting to develop.”

Ratner was working on the telecast with Don Mischer, who produced last year’s show and also has overseen telecasts of television’s Emmy Awards.

Sherak has approached possible replacements for Ratner including producer Brian Grazer, the Hollywood Reporter said, citing people familiar with the situation. They would join Mischer as co-producer, the newspaper said.

Ratner was also criticized for remarks about sexual escapades with actresses during an interview on Howard Stern’s Nov. 7 radio program. The producer had urged Murphy’s selection as the show’s host. It would have been the actor’s first time hosting the program.

Disney, based in Burbank, California, fell 4.3 percent to $33.79 at the close in New York trading. The shares had declined 5.9 percent this year before today.

To contact the reporter on this story: Michael White in Los Angeles at mwhite8@bloomberg.net

To contact the editor responsible for this story: Anthony Palazzo at apalazzo@bloomberg.net

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Bieber, Gaga dominate MTV awards in Belfast

LONDON - The MTV Europe Music Awards turned into a celebration of Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga Sunday night as the two picked up a number of top prizes, including best male and best female act.

Gaga, striking in several outfits throughout the evening, also won for best song and best video for "Born This Way." Bieber picked up best pop act as well.

Their live performances captured the differences between the two ascendant mega-stars: the teenage Bieber, wholesome and almost impossibly cute; Gaga challenging and aggressively sexual in her approach.

Other awards went to Bruno Mars, Eminem and Katy Perry while the band Queen received the "Global Icon" award, in effect a lifetime achievement award to the now-graying rockers, who closed the show with a spirited set of their classics, including "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions."

It was a rousing end to the awards show, a highlight on the European music calendar that also draws A-list stars from the United States. It was held in Belfast, Northern Ireland, for the first time.

Queen guitarist Brian May said the show focused attention on how Belfast had found "true peace" after years of sectarian violence.

"It's wonderful to be in Belfast," he said.

The show also included a video tribute to the late Amy Winehouse, who died earlier this year in London.

But the evening was dominated by Bieber and Gaga, the two crowd favorites.

The casually dressed Bieber said modestly that he had voted for competitor Kanye West and thanked his fans and family for his first award.

"Never say never, right?" he said, waving his trophy in the air.

After he won his second award, for best pop act, he praised his fans for staying with him despite "a lot of crap on the Internet," an apparent reference to unsupported allegations that he had fathered a child after a brief liaison.

Bieber took the stage a few minutes after Gaga accepted her award in characteristic style.

"Thank you so much, I love you so much. I'm so grateful. I'm really smiling right now, but I know you can't tell," said Gaga, wearing a bizarre silver dress with an oversize tilted hat that completely covered her face except for tiny holes that allowed her to see. She joked that she had had a lot of Botox treatment.

Gaga, who has enjoyed a year of spectacular commercial success, triumphed over a strong field that included a resurgent Jennifer Lopez, Adele, Katy Perry and Beyonce.

She later won awards for best video and best song for "Born This Way." She thanked her "little monsters" for their support and said she regarded "Born This Way" as her most important work to date. She also won an award for having the best fan base.

Earlier, Perry - dressed in a mostly pink jacket and miniskirt - won the best live act award, and the American band Thirty Seconds to Mars won best alternative act and best world stage.

American rapper Eminem was named best hip hop act and Linkin Park took the prize for best rock band.

The show featured performances by headliners Bieber, Gaga, Bruno Mars - who won for best newcomer and for "best push" - Coldplay, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Snow Patrol and other top acts.

Chris Martin, the Coldplay frontman, joked that the band was just "warming everyone up for Justin" on his way into the awards ceremony, which was hosted by Bieber's girlfriend, the actress and singer Selena Gomez.

She admitted she was nervous about her performance while being photographed on the red carpet just before the show.

The awards, which were set up in 1994, have previously featured performances by stars including U2, Paul McCartney, Take That, Beyonce and Jay-Z.

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Johnny Depp has private smoking plane

Johnny Depp flies on private planes so he can smoke.

The 'Rum Diary' star prefers to travel in his own personal aircraft so he can indulge his habit and he also hates using public airlines because he becomes "novelty boy" who other passengers want to stare at.

He said: "On a private plane you can smoke. It makes it an incredibly expensive habit or course, because you can only smoke on a private plane.

"The commercial flight thing, it just gets a little weird when you're standing in line and suddenly you're not just a guy standing in line any more, you become sort of novelty boy."

The 48-year-old actor gave up smoking for two-and-a-half years and only took the habit back up after working on 'The Rum Diary' with Bruce Robinson, with the director turning to alcohol after several years of sobriety when making the film, which is based on the semi-autobiographical by late gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson.

Speaking about taking up smoking again, Johnny told The Guardian newspaper: "It was the gift we gave each other.

"One bang on Bruce's horrible little Cafe Creme cigar. One bang - yeah one hit and it was over. I just said, 'Come on, give me a bang.'

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John Lennon's tooth sells at auction

One of John Lennon's rotten teeth has fetched £19,500 at auction.

Dentist Michael Zuk purchased the late Beatles legend's molar by telephone bid at the Omega Auction House in Stockport, Greater Manchester, on Saturday (05.11.11), and the 49-year-old dental surgeon was "buzzing" after finalising the deal.

He said: "Most people would say I was crazy, but I think it's fantastic."

The "gruesome" tooth went under the hammer for almost double its £10,000 reserve price and it comes with an affidavit signed by John's former housekeeper Dot Jarlett, who he gave the molar to when she worked for him at his Kenwood mansion in Surrey in the 1960s.

Karen Fairweather, owner of Omega Auction House, said: "John Lennon came back from the dentist and gave it to his housekeeper and said to dispose of it 'or better still give it to your daughter as a souvenir'.

"It's rather gruesome, yellowy, browny with a cavity."

Dot has previously sold other items related to the late singer - who was shot dead aged 40 in 1980 - including a jacket he wore on the cover of the Beatles' 1965 'Rubber Soul' album.

Her son Barry Jarlett explained: "John was in the kitchen and he had this tooth which he had wrapped in a piece of paper.

"He said, 'Dot will you dispose of this,' and then he said, 'Or, as your daughter's a Beatles fan, you can give to her as a souvenir.'

"It is something that we felt was very personal and my mum actually gave it to my sister who has kept it safe."

Earlier this year, a lock of pop star Justin Bieber's hair went under the hammer for £25,000, with all the proceeds going to charity, and a jar of Angelina Jolie's breath once sold for £330.

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Kristen Stewart shuns designer clothes

Kristen Stewart is a "jeans and T-shirt kind of girl."

The 'Twilight' beauty loves wearing designer dresses for film premieres and glamorous showbiz parties, but admits she's happiest in comfortable, everyday clothes the rest of the time.

She told SkyView magazine: "I like fashion because it's part of my work. I dive into the new trends when I have to, but I'm more of jeans and t-shirt kind of girl."

Kristen, 21, also loves second hand clothes and admits she scours vintage stores in the Los Angeles for unusual T-shirts whenever she gets the chance.

She added: "In Los Angeles I like to go to vintage stores, I look for funny T-shirts. I'm very casual when I'm not working, but I think everybody should have their own style, even if they're going to the gym."

Kristen's relaxed fashion sense is something she shares with her boyfriend, 'Twilight' co-star Robert Pattinson, who is also a fan of pre-worn bargains.

He said: "I like kind of s***ty clothes most of the time. I like second hand. That's another thing. I can't really go into second hand stores to get new clothes any more so I end up wearing the same thing every day.

"I wish I could shop in vintage stores the whole time. But because a lot of paparazzi follow me around, it can be difficult."



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Jennifer Aniston buys 9m home

Jennifer Aniston has splashed out $9 million on a new home.

The former 'Friends' star purchased the three-bedroom, 2,873 square foot apartment in New York's exclusive Gramercy Park area and the building includes perks like housekeeping, room and butler service and a membership to the luxury David Barton gym.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jennifer's new home is the only unit in the building that looks out on Gramercy Park from the master bedroom.

This is not the only New York property Jennifer, 42, owns.

In April, the 'Horrible Bosses' actress purchased the 17th and 18th floors of an apartment building in Manhattan for more than $7 million.

And in August, Jennifer and boyfriend Justin Theroux moved into a two-bedroom home.

The couple are renting the small $3 million property in Hollywood after the Jennifer sold her lavish Beverly Hills mansion for $38 million.

A source said: "One bedroom is the master and the other is currently furnished as a guest room.

"It is a really romantic house with great views and a warm feeling in every room. If they decide they like it, it's also for sale."

Jennifer and Justin's new home boasts hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, a pool, hidden garden and a garage which has been converted into a family room.

The source added: "They're really excited about it."


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Tito Jackson says film shows Michael's loving nature

Tito Jackson says people will learn that Michael Jackson was a loving man who wanted "to change the world" when they watch new documentary 'Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon'.

The singer appears in the film - which features interviews with more than 50 of the music legend's closest friends and family members and focuses on his rise from child prodigy to the 'King of Pop' and his shock death in June 2009 - and insists it shows aspects of his brother's life the public would not be aware of.

Speaking at the film's UK premiere at the Empire Cinema in London's Leicester Square last night (02.11.11), Tito told BANG Showbiz: "The documentary made me laugh, it made me smile, cry, I went through a lot of emotions, and a lot of memories ... I think the fans will learn a little more about Michael, what he was like and who he is, what he meant and what the fans meant to him. He loved everyone and he adored his fans. In his music he tried to give messages to make the world one unit. He wanted to change the world and help those who were in need, and he did. He left some beautiful music and things and the messages in his songs are brilliant and I want them to last forever."

Jackson 5 star Tito's sister Rebbie also appears in the documentary - which was produced by Michael's close friend David Gest and directed by Andrew Eastel - and she admits her interviews for the film had a cathartic effect on her.

Speaking on the red carpet, she said: "It was emotional to be part of it, I didn't think it was going to be as emotional as it is, but I'm happy I did it, because as much as I wanted to do it for myself as a type of therapy, I really wanted to do it for Michael. I wanted people to really see what actually happened."

A host stars attended the premiere, including producer David, Alexandra Burke, Peabo Bryson, 'EastEnders' actress Patsy Palmer, 'Jimmy Mack' singer Martha Reeves and Jodie Marsh.

'Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon' - released by Universal Pictures - is available to buy on DVD and Blu Ray now.

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Kitchen 'nerd' Kristen Stewart

Actress Kristen Stewart protects herself from the sun as she poses at her hand and footprint ceremony at the Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California November 3, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Robert Pattinson says his girlfriend Kristen Stewart is a cooking "nerd".

The actor has revealed the actress is obsessed with culinary TV programmes and would watch them in-between takes on the set of the last two 'Twilight Saga' movies.

He said: "She's a nerd when it comes to cooking, especially on set. It was bizarre! She'd be in the trailer and the cooking channel was always on."

Robert - who plays vampire Edward Cullen in the film franchise - admits he is very protective about his girlfriend and he won't tolerate people unfairly criticising Kristen, who portrays Edward's lover Bella Swan in the movie series.

He explained: "I'm protective of anyone close to me. If people say anything about my family or friends, I feel protective and that's the one time I feel like I really have to do something about it."

Robert and Kristen have been in a relationship since 2008, but only publically admitted their romance last year.

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Judge orders 30 days in jail for Lindsay Lohan

Lohan is sentenced to 30 days in jail.[Photo/Agencies]

A judge on Wednesday sentenced Lindsay Lohan to 30 days in jail for violating probation and ordered the troubled actress to perform a strict schedule of community service and psychological counseling.

The "Mean Girls" actress must report to jail on November 9 and will not be eligible for house arrest or early release, unless required by law. With overcrowding in Los Angeles jails, the sheriff could order Lohan's release after just a few days.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Stephanie Sautner sentenced Lohan to a total 300 days, but stayed the remaining 270 depending on how well the actress performs community service. After jail, Lohan must begin a five-month routine of work performing cleaning and other tasks at the Los Angeles county morgue, as well as regularly attending counseling.

"(This) sentence is known as 'putting the keys to the jail in the defendant's hands,'" Sautner told Lohan, because the ultimate responsibility for staying out of a jail cell depends entirely on Lohan's actions.

Lohan, 25, dressed demurely in a blue-and-white polka dot dress and answered "yes" to the judge's questions on whether she understood the sentence. At various times she appeared on the verge of tears. She left the courtroom without comment, and her spokesman said there would be no statement.

Lohan rose to fame as a likable child star of Disney movies such as "The Parent Trap," but has been in and out of trouble -- spending time in rehab and in jail -- since 2007 when she was convicted on a drunk driving and drug possession charges.

Earlier this year, she was convicted of stealing a gold necklace from a jewelry story. At that time, judge Sautner sentenced her to 480 hours community service at a Los Angeles women's detention center and at the county morgue.

Two weeks ago, Judge Sautner revoked her probation because Lohan failed to adequately perform the service at the women's center and repeatedly missed court-ordered psychotherapy sessions. Judge Sautner angrily admonished Lohan and characterized her actions as having "blown off" her sentence.

In court on Wednesday, prosecutors said Lohan had canceled 12 of her 20 scheduled sessions at the women's center and missed 14 of 19 scheduled psychotherapy appointments.

Judge Sautner asked Lohan if she admitted to violating her probation by missing the appointments, and the actress answered "yes, your honor."

The judge then reinstated probation and changed Lohan's sentence. If all goes according to plan, Lohan's community service would end by March 29, 2012, and she would serve out the remaining days of her sentence under her own supervision.

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Lady Gaga launches youth empowerment foundation

U.S. singer Lady Gaga waves during a news conference in New Delhi October 28, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Lady Gaga on Wednesday launched the Born This Way Foundation to support programs dealing with youth empowerment and help people facing bullying and abandonment.

The foundation, named after the Grammy-winning singer's hit album and single of the same name, was launched by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta.

"My mother and I have initiated a passion project," the singer said in a statement. "Together we hope to establish a standard of Bravery and Kindness, as well as a community worldwide that protects and nurtures others in the face of bullying and abandonment."

It follows on the singer's interests in supporting gay rights and being outspoken on issues affecting youth.

The Born This Way Foundation will be work closely with the John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and The California Endowment, both focusing on youth empowerment.

The Foundation will also work with the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University, which focuses on the power of the Internet as a means to promote change. The singer has harnessed the power of the Internet to attract more than 44 million fans on Facebook and 15 million followers on Twitter.

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Justin Bieber denies child rumor

A lawsuit has been filed accusing Justin Bieber of fathering a child with a fan - a claim he has strenuously denied.

Mariah Yeater, 20, has filed legal papers stating she had a sexual encounter with the pop superstar on October 25, 2010, following a performance at Los Angeles' Staples Center and he is the dad of her almost four-month-old son Tristyn Anthony Markhouse Yeater, who was born on July 6.

The documents were filed on October 31, 2011, and Yeater has signed an affidavit, sworn under the penalty of perjury, to support her claims.

Bieber's representative has issued a statement branding her allegations "malicious and false".

The statement issued by the rep' to website RadarOnline.com said: "While we haven't yet seen the lawsuit, it's sad that someone would fabricate malicious, defamatory, and demonstrably false claims. We will vigorously pursue all available legal remedies to defend and protect Justin against these allegations."

The 'Baby' singer - who has been in a relationship with Selena Gomez since March - has also taken to his twitter account to address the allegation, telling his fans to focus on his music by directing them to his new Christmas album 'Under the Mistletoe'.

He tweeted: "all the rumors ...the gossip ... Im gonna focus on the positives ... the music. (sic)"

In the lawsuit, which has been obtained by America's Star magazine, Yeater - who was 19 at the time - claims she was approached by one of Bieber's security guards at the concert and asked if she wanted to meet the singer and was then took backstage.

After chatting briefly with him, Yeater claims she and Bieber began to kiss and then on the star's suggestion she went with him to a "private place where we could be alone" and once there he told her "he wanted to make love to me and this was going to be his first time".

Yeater, who is from California, then claims in the court documents the pair had unprotected sex.

A court hearing about Yeater's claims has been scheduled to take place on December 15.

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James Bond aims to bounce back with new film launch

By Mike Collett-White

LONDON | Thu Nov 3, 2011 3:21am EDT

(Reuters) - James Bond returns Thursday with the launch of the 23rd installment in the famous film franchise, and aims to bounce back after a studio bankruptcy put production on hold for months and the last movie earned mixed reviews.

As ever ahead of a major Bond announcement, unconfirmed rumors have been flying across cyberspace.

What can be said with certainty is that Daniel Craig returns for his third outing as the suave secret agent, and Sam Mendes, Oscar winner with "American Beauty" who worked with Craig on "Road to Perdition," will direct.

Spanish actor Javier Bardem and Britain's Ralph Fiennes are expected to join the cast, and Judi Dench is set to return as Bond's stern boss "M."

Other stars reported to be involved include Albert Finney, who would be making his first Bond appearance aged 75, and Naomie Harris as Miss Moneypenny.

Locations and plotline are largely unknown to the outside world, although some media have said scenes shot on a train in India are likely to feature.

A spokeswoman for Sony Pictures declined to give details about Thursday's event beyond what appeared on a press invitation -- that producers Michael Wilson and Barbara Broccoli would present Mendes and "key" cast members.

Sony Pictures, a unit of Sony Corp, will distribute the film, which is set to hit British theatres on October 26, 2012 and U.S. cinemas on November 9.

Next year is the 50th anniversary of the series, which began in 1962 with Sean Connery on Her Majesty's secret service in "Dr. No."

Debt-laden Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc, known for its roaring lion logo and behind some of Hollywood's most fabled films including "The Wizard of Oz," filed for bankruptcy in November last year.

Two months later it confirmed Bond 23 would hit theatres in November, 2012, and in April MGM and Sony announced they would co-finance and distribute the next two Bond movies.

The studios previously partnered on "Quantum of Solace" and Craig's 2006 Bond debut "Casino Royale."

The high-octane, action-heavy films are expensive to make and market, with Quantum of Solace estimated to have cost around $200 million.

But they have a good record commercially, and according to movie tracking website boxofficemojo.com, Casino Royale earned $594 million in global ticket sales and Quantum of Solace $586 million.

Craig's first appearance as Bond was hailed as a refreshing change in direction toward a tougher, more serious 007, and reviews were overwhelmingly positive.

Quantum of Solace fared less well with the critics, although positive reviews still outweighed the negative.

(Reporting by Mike Collett-White, editing by Paul Casciato)

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Sandra Bullock's son given 14k art gift

Sandra Bullock's agents have bought a $14,000 painting for her son.

The 47-year-old actress - who adopted 21-month-old Louis in January 2010 - jokingly praised Kevin Huvane and Bryan Lourd for not being "cheap f***s" with their generous gift, acclaimed pop artist Andy Warhol's first work 'Peaches'.

Speaking at the Los Angeles amfAR Inspiration Gala at the Chateau Marmont hotel where the work was auctioned last night (27.10.11), Sandra said: "I want to thank Kevin Huvane and Bryan Lourd for not being cheap f***s and gifting my son with his first Warhol."

Sandra attended the gala to pay tribute to late actress Dame Elizabeth Taylor, who helped found amfAR - an AIDS charity - in 1985.

Speaking about the screen legend, who died at the age of 79 in March, Sandra said: "Earlier this year, the world lost a radiant woman of courage and compassion. She lives on in every person she touched.

"She never thought twice to put her arm around someone who was suffering, and that is the gift we have a human beings, the ability to reach out and touch another human being. Tonight we can honor this extraordinary woman and finish what she started."

Other guests at the event included actor Colin Farrell and actresses Selma Blair and Rose McGowan, while performers included Blondie's Debbie Harry and Irish singer Sinead O'Connor.

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Justin Bieber wants to be like Beckham

Canadian pop singer Justin Bieber performs during his "My World Tour" concert at the National Stadium in Lima October 17, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Justin Bieber wants to have hair like David Beckham.

The 'Baby' hitmaker - who cut off his longer locks earlier this year - is inspired by the British soccer ace to make sure he keeps changing his look and never stays the same for too long.

He said: "I'm just trying to be like Beckham. Beckham changes his hair all the time. People didn't even notice when he switched his hair up because he switched it up so much."

Although the Canadian-born singer is one of the biggest stars in the world right now, he admits he has little time to chill out at his own pad because he continues to rent a house, and despite his love of cars he wants to make sure he has a home first.

He admitted to 2Day FM's 'Kyle and Jackie O Show': "I have a Range Rover. I haven't gone out and bought a bunch of cars yet. I am into cars, but I want to get a house before I get cars.

"I don't really have a home. I'm renting, but I don't have a place I call home yet."

Justin and his girlfriend have struck up a friendship with David and his wife Victoria Beckham and the pair were recently invited to lunch with the couple and their four children, Brooklyn, 12, Romeo, nine, six-year-old Cruz, and three-month-old Harper.

Justin revealed: "I have met David more than once, but I haven't met Victoria properly yet. They seem a really cool family, and I would like to spend more time with them in the future for sure . They have invited us [me and Selena] out for lunch."

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Madonna to play Olympics gig

Madonna is to play a huge concert in London next year to coincide with the 2012 Olympics.

The 53-year-old singer will perform to 60,000 fans in Hyde Park next July when the UK capital will host the prestigious sporting event.

A source close to the 'Hung Up' hitmaker - who recently took a break from music to direct new movie 'W.E' - told The Sun newspaper: "Madonna is planning a huge comeback and was determined to do it at Hyde Park while the Olympics are on.

"She's been out of the limelight musically for a while but is ready to jump back into the saddle and thinks there's no better time to do it than when London hosts the Olympics."

Earlier this week, it was also revealed Madonna is to perform at next February's Super Bowl, where she will headline the annual NFL match after beating off competition from Lady Gaga.

A source said: "When Madonna heard Gaga was in the frame, she knew she had to step up her efforts. She is going to deliver the kind of show never seen before in NFL history."

In headlining the prestigious sporting event, Madonna is following in the footsteps of stars including the Rolling Stones, Black Eyed Peas, Justin Timberlake and the late Michael Jackson.

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Beckham's unexpected move into fashion

David Beckham never expected to get involved in fashion.

The soccer star - who has four children with wife Victoria Beckham - is pleased he is asked to work on ventures such as Adidas Originals though he admits it is an unexpected turn in his career.

He said: "It's something I've become interested in over the last five years. My career has been solely about playing and always will be until I stop but I'm lucky enough to have sponsors like Adidas and other things I've ventured into with the fashion side.

"It's something that had you said 10 years ago I'd be involved in the fashion side, I'd have said 'No chance' but now I enjoy it, it's something I'm passionate about, when you see the product and it's as good as it is, you get excited about it."

David works alongside designer James Bond for his Adidas originals range and not only is he incredibly proud of what they have achieved to date, he is looking forward to continuing to create "great stuff".

He added on a video posted on website hypebeast: "We've been doing it for a couple of years, me and James now, I've known him a lot longer than that and the collaboration has been so successful in the interest we've had, the sales we've had and the product. It's the best I've ever seen sportswise and lifestyle - you can train in the stuff and work out in it and go out in the evening, people love it. We've a good relationship and we're going to continue to have a great relationship but most importantly we're going to continue to bring great stuff out."

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Justin Bieber stopped by police

Justin Bieber was pulled over by police in Los Angeles this week.

The 'Baby' hitmaker was driving in his 'Batman'-customised Cadillac in the city - flanked by a Range Rover and a Rolls Royce - when he cut off an officer and was asked to stop driving, gossip website TMZ reports.

However, 17-year-old Justin was let off with a warning by the cops and he was allowed to carry on his way in his car, which is emblazoned with Batman symbols and has the word Batmobile scrawled on the back.

It also has custom-made 'JB' logo on the side panels.

The incident is the latest in a long-string of problems Canadian-born Justin has had with his automobiles.

In August he was involved in a minor crash with a Honda Civic in Los Angeles while driving his Ferrari, and he was pulled over by undercover police earlier in the year while driving Sean Kingston's Rolls Royce because they thought he was too young.

A source said at the time: "An undercover police officer was driving behind Justin and [his passenger] Sean Kingston. He pulled them over in front of the restaurant on Ocean Drive because he thought it was strange that this young kid was driving a brand new convertible Rolls-Royce."

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Jennifer Lopez discovers secret to love

Jennifer Lopez insists "you've got to love yourself first" before you can have a successful relationship.

The singer-and-actress - who split from husband Marc Anthony in July after seven years of marriage - claims she has finally learned the secret to what makes love last after decades of romantic experience.

She told Glamour magazine: "I think I've finally learned the biggest lesson of all. You've got to love yourself first. You've got to be OK on your own before you can be OK with somebody else. You've got to value yourself and know that you're worth everything. And until you value yourself enough and love yourself enough to know that, you can't really have a healthy relationship."

Jennifer - who has three-year-old twins Max and Emme with Marc - also revealed she plans to embark on any new relationship away from the glare of the spotlight.

The 42-year-old Latina beauty - who is rumoured to be dating actor Bradley Cooper after being spotted with him on several occasions -added: "I think to give something a chance, to really get to know somebody, you want to do it out of the public eye."

As well as her marriage to Marc, the 'I'm Into You' singer has been married twice before to waiter Ojani Noa - who she was wed to from February 1997 to January 1998 - and former backing dancer Cris Judd, who she tied the knot with in September 2001 and split from in June 2002 before their divorce was finalised in January 2003.

Jennifer - who broke down on stage last weekend while discussing the nature of love - has also had high-profile relationships with rapper P. Diddy and actor Ben Affleck.

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Johnny Depp shoves 'midget down a toilet'

Johnny Depp shoves "a midget down a toilet" in Ricky Gervais' new TV series.

The actor has a cameo role in the comedian's upcoming sitcom 'Life's Too Short' - which stars diminutive actor Warwick Davis as a fictionalised version of himself - and he has revealed he plays a violent dwarf.

Although Depp was a little shocked by the script at first, he insists the scenes are very funny and has praised Gervais' talents as a writer.

Speaking at the New York premiere of his new movie 'The Rum Diary' - which is based on the novel of the same name by Hunter S. Thompson - he said: "Ricky's the funniest guy alive. I did a cameo for his HBO show 'Life's Too Short', which is out soon. You can't believe things he made me do. In it I play a dwarf, and he had me shove a midget down a toilet. He has this great sense of humour. I loved working with him. He's so hilarious, I'd marry him."

The Hollywood heartthrob joked the scenes are so shocking they could have a negative effect on his future career.

Depp, 48, added to the New York Post newspaper: "My email to him (Gervais) read, 'Upon this debut I anticipate an immediate 95 per cent plummet in my earnings. Thank you for ruining my career.' "

taken from : China Daily
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