Lewis Relies On ‘mantras’ For Gigs

LEONA LEWIS struggles so badly with nerves before concerts, she writes “mantras” on her hand to help her cope with live performances.

The Bleeding Love hitmaker is preparing to embark on her first full-length tour in the U.K. next month (May10) – but Lewis admits she’s terrified about the gigs.
Photos of Lewis …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Carey’s Rep Denies Persistent Pregnancy Rumours

MARIAH CAREY’s representative has moved swiftly to deny rumours the superstar is pregnant, just a month after previously dismissing similar reports.
The Hero singer sparked speculation she was expecting her first child with husband Nick Cannon last month (Mar10) when she told reporters, “I have a lot of new acting projects coming … Read more : Carey’s Rep Denies Persistent Pregnancy Rumours.

Bieber’s Australia Gig Cancelled Over Security Fears

Teen sensation JUSTIN BIEBER was forced to cancel his only Australian gig on Monday (26Apr10) after chaos broke out among fans.

Scores of supporters camped overnight at Sydney Harbour to see their idol perform and by Monday morning, thousands of youngsters were packed into the Circular Quay area.
The frenzied crowd began to …. Source article  : Bieber’s Australia Gig Cancelled Over Security Fears.

Bachchan Has Liver Disease

Bollywood legend AMITABH BACHCHAN is under “constant vigil and monitoring” from doctors because he’s suffering severe liver damage.

The veteran actor revealed to fans on Friday (23Apr10) he has developed cirrhosis of the liver, caused by a blood transfusion following a near-fatal accident while shooting for Coolie in 1982.
In a post on …. Read the original article  : Bachchan Has Liver Disease.

Hilton’s Night Out With Ex-fiance

PARIS HILTON has sparked speculation she has reconciled with her model ex JASON SHAW after the couple was spotted out in Hollywood.
A representative for the hotel heiress confirmed rumours The Simple Life star had parted ways with Doug Reinhardt earlier this month (Apr10).
Hilton, herself, confessed last week (ends25Apr10) she … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hilton’s Night Out With Ex-fiance.

Michaels Hit With ’slurred Speech, Blurred Vision And Dizziness’

Rocker BRET MICHAELS is suffering “slurred speech, blurred vision and dizziness” after doctors diagnosed him with a brain haemorrhage.

The Poison frontman was recovering at his home in Texas after an emergency operation to remove his appendix when he was hit by a blinding headache on Thursday night (22Apr10).
He was checked back … Read more : Michaels Hit With ’slurred Speech, Blurred Vision And Dizziness’.

Oru Naal Varum to release on May 7

April 26, 2010 (Sampurn Wire): Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will be sharing screen space with the talented Sreenivasan once again after six years, in actor Manian Pillai Raju’s production venture, Oru Naal Varum, which is directed by Rajiv Kumar. The duo last worked together in Udayananu Tharam.
The film has finished shooting and is in its … Read more >>.

Rihanna’s Gift Room

RIHANNA treasures gifts from her fans – and she’s devoted an entire room in her house to storing and displaying them.

The Umbrella hitmaker is lavished with presents by her loyal followers, and the singer insists she looks after every one of them.
She tells Britain’s more! magazine, “I keep them in my … Read more »».

Tunstall Shuns Stepdad Over Political Stance

Scottish singer KT TUNSTALL is refusing to speak to her stepfather after he announced he was standing as a candidate for a controversial political party in the U.K.

The Suddenly I See rocker cut off all contact with her stepdad, David Orr, when she discovered he was hoping to be nominated as a representative …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Tunstall Shuns Stepdad Over Political Stance.

Rice Angry Over Development Plans

Acclaimed British songwriter SIR TIM RICE is fuming over plans for a holiday development next to his $3.75 million (??2.5 million) estate in Scotland.

The Oscar winner has signed a letter opposing an official application for a 20-bed eco-lodge with additional cottages for guests.
Rice claims the property will be damaging to the …. Original source  : Rice Angry Over Development Plans.

Duchovny Turned Down X-files

DAVID DUCHOVNY initially turned down a part in THE X-FILES because he’d promised a pal he’d star in his short film.

The actor admits he was broke when the job offer to play Fox Mulder in the hit sci-fi series was offered to him – but he felt he couldn’t let his friend down.
…. Source  : Duchovny Turned Down X-files.

Will respect everyone’s sentiments, Amitabh assures Tamil protesters

TORONTO/MUMBAI – With Tamils in India and Canada saying they are “profoundly saddened” by Amitabh Bachchan’s proposed visit to Sri Lanka to host the India International Film Awards (IIFA) function, the megastar Monday responded saying he would respect everyone’s sentiments.
“The sentiments of all must be respected and I hope that we can plan …. Original source  : Will respect everyone’s sentiments, Amitabh assures Tamil protesters.

Carrey’s Super Surprise

JIM CARREY turned superhero on Saturday (24Apr10), dressing as Superman for a surprise appearance on funnyman CONAN O’BRIEN’s comedy show.

O’Brien is currently touring America with his variety gig, The Legally Prohibited from Being Funny on Television tour – and treated his Los Angeles crowd to a star guest.
Carrey appeared onstage in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Carrey’s Super Surprise.

Injured Ramsay Pulls Out Of Marathon

Celebrity chef GORDON RAMSAY failed to complete the London Marathon on Sunday (25Apr10) after suffering a cramp in his leg.

The kitchen guru was part of Virgin entrepreneur Richard Branson’s all-star team aiming to complete the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometre) run across the U.K. capital.
But Ramsay didn’t reach the finish line with his groupmates … Read more »».

Caine’s Laughter Ruined Harry Brown Scenes

British actress EMILY MORTIMER struggled with her dramatic scenes opposite SIR MICHAEL CAINE in the hard-hitting HARRY BROWN – because the veteran actor kept making her laugh.

The pair worked together in the 2009 crime drama, but Mortimer admits it was hard to keep a straight face when she filmed with the veteran star.
… Read more : Caine’s Laughter Ruined Harry Brown Scenes.

Jones In ’scuffle’ With Hassan

VINNIE JONES clashed with rival British actor TAMER HASSAN in Los Angeles during a night out on Saturday (24Apr10) – but insists the incident was just “a bit of a scuffle”.

Jones was said to have launched an unprovoked attack on Clash of the Titans star Hassan at Hollywood’s Chateau Marmont hotel.
An … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Jones In ’scuffle’ With Hassan.

Author Sillitoe Dies

British author ALAN SILLITOE has died, aged 82.
He passed away at Charing Cross Hospital in London on Sunday (25Apr10), according to his son David. The cause of death was not available as WENN went to press.

The novelist emerged in the 1950s as one of the ‘Angry Young Men’ of British fiction …. Original source  : Author Sillitoe Dies.

2010 Virgin London Marathon

Richard Branson The start of the 2010 Virgin London Marathon at Blackheath CommonLondon.
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Paltrow felt awkward during Iron Man 2 kiss scene: Robert Downey Jr

SYDNEY – Hollywood actor Robert Downey Jr has confessed that his co-star Gwyneth Paltrow felt awkward when they shared an on-screen kiss in new film Iron Man 2.
Downey Jr plays Iron Man for the second time in the sequel to the 2008 flick.
The 45-year-old actor admitted that Paltrow felt uneasy during the lip-lock, …. Read the original article  : Paltrow felt awkward during Iron Man 2 kiss scene: Robert Downey Jr.

Kardashian more relaxed than Dupre during Playboy photoshoot: Photog

NEW YORK – Socialite Kim Kardashian was more relaxed during a Playboy photoshoot than Ashley Dupre, says a photographer.

Playboy photographer Steve Wayda also said that Kim, 29, was easier to shoot than Ashley, 24, maybe because of the socialite’s sex tape.
“Kim was much more relaxed right off the bat,” the New York Daily News quoted … Read more >>.