Beyonce Knowles says she is a boring drunk.
The 'Single Ladies' singer - who is married to rapper Jay Z - enjoys a glass of wine occasionally, but has a tendency to fall asleep if she has too much alcohol.
She said: "Well, I don't drink often. But when I'm drunk, I'm very quiet and I observe and I go to sleep. I don't think I'm much fun."
The 27-year-old star also insists she has never been interested in taking drugs.
Beyonce added: "I always said I would never do it. I've never seen a person who was high and thought, 'Wow, I want to do that!' I'm like, 'That's cool for them, but no thank you. I'll just have my wine.' "
The 'Bootylicious' singer - who has an alter-ego she calls Sasha - often feels people are watching her when she goes to a club to see if she can replicate her high-energy dance routines.
She explained to Britain's Cosmopolitan magazine: "Sometimes I'll dance, but I feel like at a party everyone expects me to be Sasha and go out there and run the dance floor."
Sunday, February 15, 2009
'Quiet' Drinker Beyonce Knowles
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Britney Spears' Sexy Housewife Video
Britney Spears plays a "super sexy" 50s housewife in her new music video.
The 'Circus' singer dons a short blonde wig, a fitted pink top and a white skirt for the promo for her upcoming single 'If You Seek Amy'.
The pop star - who will kick off her 'Circus' tour in New Orleans next month - has spoken about the promo, which was shot earlier this week.
She wrote on her Twitter account: "The 'If You Seek Amy' shoot was super sexy and really fun! I can't wait for you all to see it. Love Britney."
It has also been revealed Britney has several costume changes and is surrounded by dancers "dressed in skimpy outfits" in the video.
A source said: "The video begins with Britney coming outside her house to hand the paparazzi an apple pie that she baked. She acts like she wants to hook up. The
video is very provocative."
Britney's body is back to its former glory and insiders say she was "very professional" and "upbeat" on the set.
Another source said: "She was like the old Britney at the shoot. She was engaged and excited the whole day and seemed like her old self."'If You Seek Amy' is the
third single from Britney's latest album 'Circus'.Meanwhile, Britney's ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib allegedly tried to run over a man who was trying to serve him with
court papers.Police say the victim "ended up on the hood of the car, then fell off when Ghalib drove away, and ended up with scratches and bruises".A report for
assault with a deadly weapon was taken and police are waiting to question Adnan.
Dev Patel Slapped By Stone
Sharon Stone slapped Dev Patel at the BAFTA Awards.
The 19-year-old 'Slumdog Millionaire' star asked someone to shock him to prove he really was at the glitzy British ceremony last week, and was quickly brought back down to earth by the actress.
Dev said: "I was on the red carpet with Sharon Stone and I said can someone please slap me - and Sharon Stone slapped me!"
Dev also revealed he is amazed at how successful 'Slumdog Millionaire' has been, because it was never intended for a cinematic release.
He added during an interview on UK TV show 'Friday Night with Jonathan Ross': "It's surreal, a roller-coaster. At one point the film was going straight to DVD,
there was no hope. Then through word of mouth it became 'Slumdog Millionaire' - the generic underdog story."
It was revealed earlier this week that Sharon had a crush on Dev - and used him sitting next to her at the ceremony to her advantage.
A source said: "Dev is young enough to be her son- even her grandson, but that didn't seem to stop Sharon flirting with him."
Rihanna's 'ongoing Abusive' Relationship
Rihanna has reportedly told police she was in an "ongoing and escalating abusive relationship" with Chris Brown.
The 'Umbrella' singer - who is believed to have suffered a bloody nose, facial bruising and a split lip after Chris allegedly attacked her in his car on Sunday (08.02.09)
- is said to have opened up to the police about the nature of her violent relationship with the 19-year-old singer.
According to gossip website TMZ, Rihanna has confirmed Sunday's argument started when Chris - who has been charged with making criminal threats and released
on $50,000 bail - received a text message from another girl.
As the row escalated Chris began hitting her. She then ordered him to drive her home before "faking" a call to a friend, during which she said things like: "He's
dropping me off. Make sure the cops are there."
The singer claims the call make Chris even angrier, causing him to shout: "You are really f***ed up now. I'm going to kill you."
He then began beating her with his fists.
Police are now said to be investigating whether Chris previously hurt Rihanna.
Officers are also allegedly looking into whether Chris caused Rihanna's scratched cornea - which forced her to wear an eye patch - last year.A police source said:
"We're investigating if her eye injury could have been caused by Brown."There could be an innocent explanation - but police believe Rihanna has previously refused
to make a complaint against Brown. She is now being asked about her previous injuries and is beginning to open up about incidents in their relationship."
A Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) source added: "We're talking to her friends and management, who say she's appeared with mysterious marks or injuries
before, but always refused to explained what happened."Chris Brown's cousin has spoken out in support of the star, insisting he must have been "provoked" into the alleged attack.
Phylicia Thompson said: "Chris was not brought up to beat on a woman. So it had to be something to provoke him for Chris to do it. He wouldn't have done it just to
be having fun...But what happens behind closed doors, nobody ever knows."He might feel down right now because his fans are looking down on him, like he's done
something wrong. Of course, yes, he's done something wrong because he put his hands on her, but like I said, you don't know what happened."
Victoria Beckham's Valentine's Flight
David Beckham can't bear to be apart from his wife Victoria on Valentine's Day (14.02.09).
Victoria is set to scrap her plans to fly to New York for Fashion Week so she can be with her soccer star husband, according to friends.
A source said: "David begged Victoria not to go to New York this weekend because he can't bear the thought of Valentine's Day without her."
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It has also been claimed David's recent form on the pitch has made him more romantic than ever, and he has been in secret talks planning a special treat for his wife.
The friend added to Britain's Daily Express newspaper: "David's playing so well at the moment and he loves his life in Milan - he says he's feeling more romantic
about Victoria than he has in years because he's really on top of his game.
"He's been having top discussions with a number of Italian jewellery designers over the perfect present and if she accepts his invitation he's planning a romantic
candlelit dinner with a room full of red roses on Saturday night."
The couple's schedules originally meant they would be apart for the romantic day - with David in Italy for a big derby match at AC Milan, where he is currently on loan.
The 33-year-old sports star flew into London last weekend to be with Victoria, 34, for just 24 hours, booking a posh hotel as an early Valentine's treat.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Christina Aguilera To Soften Sound
Christina Aguilera wants to tone down her singing voice.
The 'Dirrty' singer has been working with her favourite band, electro pop outfit Ladytron, to help her develop a "softer vocal sound".
Ladytron founder, Daniel Hunt, said: "She's an absolutely amazing singer but one of the things she talked about was working with a softer vocal sound, so I think the stuff we do will feature simpler melodies."
The 28-year-old singer hired the band to help her achieve her new sound after she fell in love with the British quartet's music.
Daniel, 29, said: "We first heard that we were one of Christina's favorite bands last summer. We were thrilled. So we went over to Los Angeles to meet her in December where she identified the type of Ladytron songs that she liked. We were impressed because she had a real deep knowledge of our music - album tracks, not just the singles."
A live collaboration between Christina - who has a one-year-old son Max Liron with husband Jordan Bratman - and the band has not been ruled out, with Ladytron keen to show off their work onstage.
Daniel added to Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "We're going to finish off some more tunes with her in March.
"We haven't discussed performing together but I'd love for us to do something - maybe be her backing band for a show or two."
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Tara Reid: 'sad' In Rehab
Tara Reid checked into rehab because she was "sad and conflicted".
The 33-year-old actress recently completed a 60-day stay at Malibu's Promises rehab centre - where Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears have previously been treated - for substance abuse, and insists the move was the "greatest decision" she has ever made.
She said: "I didn't like the person I was. I was sad and conflicted.
"Some people get forced to be in rehab. I went there by myself. I put myself there. It was the greatest decision I ever made."
Tara insists checking into the facility was one of the toughest times she has ever been through, but is delighted with the effect the treatment had on her.
She added to In Touch Weekly magazine: "The hardest thing was walking through the door for the first time - finally admitting that I had a problem. I had been in such denial.
"Rehab saved my life. Before I used to think about tomorrow and I hated it. Now I can't wait because I am clean and sober and I am excited."
Kate Hudson's Strip Club Bathroom
Kate Hudson has a stripper pole in her bathroom.
The 'Bride Wars' star recently had the sexy apparatus installed in her home and has already mastered a series of body-bending moves.
A friend said: "She's so proud of it. She was laughing and giddy like a kid when the thing was installed! She holds on with both her arms and flips her legs into the air. It's kind of amazing and totally sexy."
The 29-year-old actress has not always had a smooth ride with her erotic hobby.
While pole-dancing in 2006 for her then-husband, Black Crowes singer Chris Robinson, Kate pulled leg muscle and suffered friction burns on her arm.
The blonde beauty recently sparked romance rumours after visiting ex-boyfriend Owen Wilson "religiously".
Kate, who has dated the actor on and off since 2006, has been spotted at Owen's Malibu home several times in the past two weeks.
Pamela Anderson Living In Trailer
Pamela Anderson has moved into her electrician boyfriend's trailer.
The former 'Baywatch' star is reportedly living in a mobile home with new lover Jamie Padgett, who is a surfer and electrician, in Malibu.
A source said: "Pam is staying with him in the Paradise Cove trailer park while her house is renovated."
Three-times divorced Pamela, 41, met Jamie at the end of January and soon introduced him to her sons, Brandon, 12 and Dylan, 11.
The source added: "Pam and the kids joined Jamie and his sons - who are around Brandon and Dylan's age - on his boat in Paradise Cove at the weekend. They spent most of the time on the beach with their kids. They are really happy together."
Pamela is said to have fallen "head over heels" with Jamie because of his clean living ways - in stark contrast to Pamela's ex-husbands: Motley Crue rocker Tommy Lee, who is also the father of her children, rapper Kid Rock and professional poker player and pornographer Rick Salomon.
A friend said: "She is more in love than I have ever seen her before. He's a totally moral, nice, normal guy. She is completely head over heels."
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Kylie Minogue's busy love life
Kylie Minogue has several boyfriends.
The 40-year-old singer has been romantically linked with Spanish model Andres Velencoso since October but friends insist their relationship is not serious and she is still dating other people.
Author Kathy Lette - a close pal of the singer - said: "Andres is gorgeous but I don't know if he's the main one. I think she's got a few on the menu.
"Kylie is just having some time off to have fun at the moment. She works too hard so she deserves it."
Despite Kathy's comments, Kylie - who spent New Year with Andres, 30, on a skiing break in the French Alps - reportedly travelled to her toyboy's hometown of Tossa de Mar to meet his father and sister.
A source said: "Andres took her to meet his family, and they all got to know each other over dinner at his father's restaurant.
"It was a very romantic break - they were able to go for long walks along the beach together and Andres showed her many places from his childhood.
"This is his first serious relationship, and his family appreciate how much effort he is making with Kylie and were very welcoming."
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Adnan Ghalib insists he is still dating Britney Spears.
British paparazzo Adnan reportedly told friends last month he is Britney's boyfriend, despite her obtaining a restraining order against him last week.
According to Heat magazine, a source claims Adnan - who has not been seen with the 'Womanizer' singer in over a year - said: "I still love Britney. I'm her boyfriend.
"Britney has a beautiful soul. We share something really special. The truth about us will come out eventually, but it's not for me to talk about. I love her."
Adnan's relationship with Britney, 27, was quickly curtailed when Britney's father Jamie became her co-conservator - and was placed in control of her money and affairs - in February last year.
In the same month, Adnan was given his first temporary order requiring him to stay at least 250 yards away from Britney - who was hospitalised at the time at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles for observation.
Adnan abided by its terms until July when the order expired and wasn't renewed.
However, Britney gained another temporary order against Adnan and her former manager Sam Lutfi which accused them both of trying to "disrupt" the conservatorship order earlier this month.A hearing has been scheduled for February 23 which will review the restraining order.
Sharon Stone's Slumdog crush
Sharon Stone has a crush on teenage 'Slumdog Millionaire' star Dev Patel.
'Basic Instinct' star Sharon reportedly spent two days pursuing the 18-year-old actor during the BAFTA Awards weekend (08.02.09) in London - much to his astonishment.
Dev told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "Sharon is great, she has been flirting with me all night. She was chasing me around earlier, slapping me. Sharon Stone! Can you believe it!"
Sharon, 50, had originally approached Dev at a pre-BAFTAs party on Saturday (07.02.09), apparently whispering praise in his ear for his performance in 'Slumdog Millionaire' - his debut film role.
An onlooker at the party said: "Dev is young enough to be her son- even her grandson, but that didn't seem to stop Sharon flirting with him."
Sharon sat close to Dev at the awards show on Sunday, and gave him a congratulatory kiss at the after-party to celebrate 'Slumdog Millionaire scooping seven of the prestigious awards.
The night didn't end smoothly for Sharon. She found herself stranded without a taxi to take her home from the party - held at London's Grosvenor House hotel.
An onlooker told Britain's The Sun newspaper: "After ranting for several minutes on her mobile phone, security took her back inside to wait for another car."
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Student auctions virginity, sparks online debate
22-year-old woman in the United States is publicly auctioning her virginity to pay for her college education, sparking a heated online debate about sex and morality.
The student from San Diego, California, who is using the pseudonym Natalie Dylan for "safety reasons," said she had no moral dilemma with her decision and found it "empowering".
But few bloggers sided with her and some suspected her intentions.
"I don't think auctioning my virginity will solve all my problems," she told celebrity television show The Insider on Wednesday. "But it will create some financial stability. I'm ready for the controversy, I know it will come along. I'm ready to do this."
"We live in a capitalist society. Why shouldn't I be allowed to capitalize on my virginity?" she added.
The woman, who has earned a bachelor degree in women's studies and now wants to start a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, is hoping the bidding will hit $1 million.
The online auction site eBay turned her down so the auction will take place at a Nevada brothel, the Moonlite Bunny Ranch, where her sister is working to pay off her college debts.
The date for the auction was not immediately available.
In a flurry of media interviews and appearances, she admitted that her mother, a fourth grade teacher, does not agree with her decision. Many on the Internet also disapprove.
"Maybe this is the conservative in me coming out, but this seems so wrong," wrote one blogger, Mike. "Isn't this prostitution?"
"I must say I feel sad for the future of our society," said Mike from Montclair State University in New Jersey.
"What disgusts me about this whole thing is the fact that she is promoting it so heavily. It seems less about having some guy pay for her virginity and more about trying to get her 15 minutes and a reality show," said a blogger called "Ent Lawyer".
She does have her supporters -- not surprisingly Dennis Hof, owner of the Moonlite Bunny Ranch.
"I think it's a tremendous idea. Why lose it to some guy in the backseat of a Toyota when you can pay for your education?" he told reporters.
Anne Hathaway breaks silence on boyfriend arrest
Actress Anne Hathaway says she felt like "a rug was pulled out from under me" when her Italian boyfriend, Raffaello Follieri, was arrested on fraud charges and that she is still looking for a new place to live.
The "Princess Diaries" and "Devil Wears Prada" star broke her silence on the June arrest of her boyfriend of four years in an interview in the October edition of W magazine.
"As soon as I found out about the arrest, I had to get on a plane to Mexico to do a press tour for 'Get Smart.' And then I spent a week in shock at a friend's house. And then I had to go back and do more press, and I haven't stopped since," Hathaway, 25, was quoted as saying.
Hathaway declined to discuss specifics about Follieri or what she knew abut his business dealings. But the actress said she had been staying at a friend's house since moving out of the New York apartment she shared with Follieri, which was searched by investigators.
"I have to find a place to live," she told the magazine. "It's a situation where the rug was pulled out from under me all of a sudden, but just as suddenly my friends threw another rug back under me."
Follieri, 30, pleaded guilty in New York on Wednesday to 14 counts of fraud and money laundering. He admitted to lying about his links to the Vatican and taking part in a scheme in which he obtained more than $2 million in a web of shell companies with phony consultancies.
When he is sentenced in October, he could face years behind bars. He also has agreed to hand over gold and silver watches, rings, bracelets and earrings that he had given to Hathaway.
Prosecutors said Follieri used money from his scheme to buy expensive clothes, meals and a $37,000-a-month Manhattan apartment, as well exotic vacations and private jets for his girlfriend.
"I've been shown such kindness. Not everyone gets that. A lot of people go through tough times alone," Hathaway said.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Britney Spears' VMA triumph
A year after her disastrous comeback attempt at the MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears swept the event on Sunday, winning the first three "Moonman" statuettes of her career.
The pop singer, whose career has been overshadowed in recent years by a litany of personal woes, took home the awards for video of the year, best pop video and best female video, all for the tune "Piece of Me."
"I'm in shock right now," the 26-year-old starlet said, after taking the stage for the third time to receive the coveted award for video of the year.
In her brief acceptance speeches, she doled out multiple thanks to God, her family and her fans.
But the 25th annual broadcast of the lifestyle cable channel's flagship bash did not begin promisingly for Spears. After weeks of speculation, the channel announced last week that Spears would open the ceremony and promised some surprises.
All she did, however, was deliver four sentences, shielding her lower face with her microphone.
"Thank you so much. Thank you for all the love. I'm here tonight to celebrate a very important birthday, the 25th anniversary of the VMAs. This is the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards and it starts right now."
The audience, primed for fireworks, barely had time to digest her perfunctory delivery before R&B singer Rihanna belted out the the first of many musical performances.
Spears inadvertently stole the show last year. Clearly unsteady and out-of-shape, she badly lip-synched a song, drawing bewildered stares from the high-wattage audience and universal derision in the messy aftermath.
But the tabloid target seems to have avoided any calamities in recent months. While she puts her life back together, her ex-husband has full custody of their two sons, and her father and a lawyer have taken control of her business affairs.
Other winners included R&B singer Chris Brown's "With You" for best male video, Linkin Park's "Shadow of the Day" for best rock video, and rapper Lil Wayne's "Lollipop" for best hip-hop video.
The show was hosted by British comedian Russell Brand, who is known for his scene-stealing turn as a lovably sleazy rock star in the romantic comedy "Forgetting Sarah Marshall."
Brand implored Americans to elect Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama, and described U.S. President George W. Bush as a "retarded country fella."
He also ridiculed the oaths of virginity undertaken by fresh-faced teen idols the Jonas Brothers, declaring that "Eight years of Bush is what the Jonas Brothers are going to have to cram into their bachelor parties."
But "American Idol" winner Jordin Sparks came to the brothers' defence, saying, "It's not bad to wear a promise ring, because not every guy or girl wants to be a slut."
"High School Musical" star Ashley Tisdale also entered the fray on the brothers' behalf, telling reporters backstage that Brand's jokes were "not really nice."
Even Paris Hilton took pity on the threesome. "Don't pick on them. That's something cool for a kid to keep."
The awards were held in Los Angeles for the first time in a decade, on the historic studio lot of MTV's corporate sibling, Paramount Pictures. The lifestyle cable network used the faux city streets, rooftops, and sound stages all over the Paramount lot to show various performances.
Last year, 7.1 million MTV viewers watched the festivities, according to Nielsen Media Research. While viewership was up from 5.8 million the year before, the numbers were a far cry from the record 12 million viewers for the 1999 version.
