Entertainment – Newsletter for February 1, 2011

Britney ‘to open 53rd Grammy Awards’

WASHINGTON – Britney Spears will reportedly open the 53rd Grammy Awards by performing on her new number one hit single ‘Hold It Against Me’.

The ‘Womanizer’ hitmaker – who is to release her as yet untitled seventh studio album in March – is to open the prestigious awards ceremony on February 13, reports Contactmusic.

While the 29-year-old …. Original source  : Britney ‘to open 53rd Grammy Awards’.

BIG Cinemas announces Fans Choice Awards

NEW DELHI – Here is your chance to choose the best entertainers of 2010 from Hindi, Tamil and Telugu films – BIG Cinemas has announced special awards that will be based on online voting from fans.

It is called Fans Choice Awards 2011 and are solely reliant on voting on the Facebook community of BIG … Read this article on Gaea Times at : BIG Cinemas announces Fans Choice Awards.

Keira Knightley insists she’s no bitch

LONDON – Actress Keira Knightley says that her shyness is often mistaken for ‘bitchiness’.

The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ star admits her fear of meeting people has seen her labeled as cold.

“One of my friends was like, ‘You turn into an ice queen. What is it? You turn into a …. Original source  : Keira Knightley insists she’s no bitch.

Charlie Sheen to avoid drug charges

LONDON – Actor Charlie Sheen is likely to avoid charges for his alleged drug use which is believed to be the reason for his recent hospitalisation.

The “Two And A Half Man” star is unlikely to be prosecuted by the Los Angeles police department as an insider revealed that the drugs were “cleaned up” before … Read more >>>.

Christiane Amanpour In Cairo

CAIRO, EGYPT (GaeaTimes.com)- The ABC news team along with star journalist Christiane Amanpour arrived at the trouble-torn Egyptian capital of Cairo on Saturday to cover the political uproar that the Arab nation is witnessing since last week. Over the last few days, the political crisis in Egypt has further deepened with large number of …. Read the original article  : Christiane Amanpour In Cairo.

“Pretty Little Liars” Episode 15 Aired

LOWS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The teen mystery drama “Pretty Little Liars” episode 15 was aired on ABC last night. The episode had all the ingredients of “Gossip Girl” along with its unexpected accidents and spicy incidents. The episode was named as “If At First You Don’t Succeed, Lie, Lie Again” and it kept the audience …. Source  : “Pretty Little Liars” Episode 15 Aired.

Sal Picinich Dies At 63

CARLSTADT (Gaeatimes.com)- Sal Picinich, the renowned baker, who used to get featured in the popular TLC show, “Cake Boss”, left for the heavenly abode on Sunday. His wife, Lucille Picinich said that he was suffering from cancer for the last few years. Sal Picinich is now survived by his wife, his two children Danielle …. Source article  : Sal Picinich Dies At 63.

Halle Berry to fight custody battle

NEW YORK – Halle Berry’s child custody battle with ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry is turning ugly as the actress prepares to challenge him in court.

“Halle has serious concerns for her daughter Nahla’s well-being while in the care of her father for any extended period of time and is prepared to take all necessary steps to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Halle Berry to fight custody battle.

Gwyneth Paltrow in awe of Beyonce Knowles

NEW YORK – Actress Gwyneth Paltrow is in awe of singer Beyonce Knowles’ talent, who helped her prepare for her role in “Country Strong”.

“Beyonc is the most talented human being on the planet. She has so much mastery over what she does. It’s not even confidence – it’s on a whole other level. It’s … Read : Gwyneth Paltrow in awe of Beyonce Knowles.

Halle Berry to fight for custody of daughter

NEW YORK – Hollywood star Halle Berry is planning to take ex Gabriel Aubry, 35, to court to fight for the custody of their daughter, Nahla, 2.

“Halle Berry was forced to pull out of a film production in New York this week due to pending custody litigation involving her daughter,” her publicist told the New …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Halle Berry to fight for custody of daughter.

Russell Crowe ‘to step away from spotlight’

MELBOURNE – Russell Crowe has apparently decided to take a break from acting and go behind the film camera’s lens to expand his entertainment portfolio.

In the next 12 months or so, the Oscar-winning actor will step away from the spotlight.

The 46-year-old intends to ride “the magic wave that is rising in Australian film,” reports the …. Original source  : Russell Crowe ‘to step away from spotlight’.

‘The Greely Expedition’ Aired On PBS

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- “American Experience” the history-based documentary series of PBS deals with notable historic incidents of yesteryears. In the latest episode of the series the program The Greely Expedition was shown. The documentary is based on “Abandoned: The Story of the Greely Arctic Expedition 1881-1884″ written by Alden Todd. The book describes … Read more >>>.

I just want Obama to do better, says Diddy

WASHINGTON – Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has given US President Barack Obama a tough assessment.

“I just want the president to do better,” the Politico quoted him as saying in an interview with The Source magazine.

Diddy said specifically that he hoped Obama would do more for the underprivileged in America and emphasized that “[many] of …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : I just want Obama to do better, says Diddy.

Kim Kardashian in tears over ‘full on porn’ magazine cover

LONDON – Socialite Kim Kardashian was seen in tears during an episode of ‘Kourtney and Kim Take New York’, after she discovered she had been featured in the nude on the cover of a magazine.

Kim, 30, was very upset when she was shown a preview of her nude shoot for the front cover of W … Read more »».

Henry Cavill Bags “Superman”

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- British actor Henry Cavill, who is best known for his role in “The Tudors”, has bagged the much coveted role of Superman in the upcoming superhero flick. The actor, who was once termed as the “unluckiest man in Hollywood” by a reputed magazine as he lost out on many supe4rhero roles …. Source article  : Henry Cavill Bags “Superman”.

Keira Knightley refuses to keep TV in her house

LONDON – Actress Keira Knightley has revealed that she does not have a television at her home.

The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ star refuses to keep a TV in her house because she’s convinced she would become an addict if she had access to reality shows.

Knightley prefers to read or sketch, and is even considering cutting …. Source article  : Keira Knightley refuses to keep TV in her house.

Sheen smoked cocaine every few minutes on wild bender, claims porn star

LONDON – A porn star who partied with ‘Two And A Half Men’ star Charlie Sheen before he landed in the hospital has claimed that the actor was on a mission to kill himself.

Kacey Jordan, 22, said she was shocked by the actor’s behaviour during a 36-hour bender last week.

Blonde Kacey said she saw the … Original article on : Sheen smoked cocaine every few minutes on wild bender, claims porn star.

New nude photos of Rihanna surface online

LONDON – Rihanna has once again become embroiled in a new steamy photo scandal after new nude pictures of the R and B star were leaked online last week.

The website which published the pictures claimed they were texted by the pop star herself to a former boyfriend who shared them with his friends – …. Original article  : New nude photos of Rihanna surface online.

Eva Longoria, Tony Parker’s divorce finalized

LONDON – ‘Desperate Housewives’ star Eva Longoria’s divorce from husband Tony Parker was finalised on Friday in a Texas court.

The couple split suddenly in November amid allegations that the San Antonio Spurs basketballer had cheated on her with his teammate’s wife, reports the Daily Mail.

Due to conflicting divorce petitions filed by each party’s lawyers, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Dance fever catches on among Indians, thanks to TV

NEW DELHI – Salsa, tango, B-Boying and hip-hop — international dance forms have become household names and more people want to learn them thanks to a flood of dance reality shows on TV. What’s more, these shows also provide a springboard to the glamorous world of showbiz for budding dancers.

While it all started with … Read more »».