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Where's Chanelle?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Chantelle and Chanelle

And now welcome to the first in an occasional series, entitled "Where's Chanelle?"

The object of the game is to see if you can spot the celebrated and über-talented reality star/pop princess/model Chanelle Hayes lurking somewhere in our photograph.

OK, so this picture - taken outside London club Funky Buddha last night - is quite an easy one to get you started. Still, averting your gaze from Chantelle Houghton's jubblies in order to spot her new best mate Chanelle may be easier said than done...

Are you up to the challenge?

Picture: Wenn

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Brangelina's baby on its way?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

Now, this really is exciting. Expectant super-parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reportedly just arrived in France, where they're planning to remain until Ange gives birth.

The couple are apparently staying with the rest of their ever-expanding family in a villa at Saint Jean Cap Ferrat on the French Riviera.

"They love France and will now be here until after the babies are born," says an insider, whose use of the plural adds more weight to those rumours that the actress is expecting twins. "Angie is looking at Marseille hospitals as a potential place to give birth."

Good luck, Brangelina! (And yes, of course they read this blog.)

Picture: PA

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Katie: papped or posing?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Katie Hopkins and Mark Cross

Been desperate for news of hook-nosed - sorry, hard-nosed - businesswoman and reality star Katie Hopkins? Come on, admit it - you've thought of little else for weeks, have you?

Well, as you can see from our oh-so-delightful photograph, the I'm A Celebrity... and The Apprentice "star" is currently sunning herself in the Caribbean with her boyfriend Mark Cross.

And, gosh, what's this? Hold the front page! Mark appears to be patting Katie's tummy in a loving way. As the official picture agency caption states, could "another little apprentice" be on the way? How desperately exciting! No?

So were Katie and Mark aware they were being photographed - or did a lone paparazzo go incognito to trail them all the way across the Atlantic, determined to get that big-money shot? Well, what do you think?

Picture: Big Pictures

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Singing in the rain?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Susan Sarandon

Susan Sarandon looked positively distraught at being caught in the rain at last night's Speed Racer premiere. But it's London! It's April! What kind of weather were you expecting, Suse?

Still, maybe the Oscar-winner was just irritated at having to carry her own umbrella. After all, co-star Christina Ricci got a little man to hold hers for her...

Christina Ricci

National treasure Sir Ian McKellen wasn't taking any chances, though. As you can see from this pic, the sensible actor opted for a medium-sized umbrella hat, but kept another massive brolly open next to him at all times...

Sir Ian McKellen

Meanwhile, across London... an absent-minded Amy Winehouse left her house without an umbrella, so had to compromise with the old bag-on-top-of-the-head trick instead...

Amy Winehouse

Good thinking, Amy!

Pictures: Wenn, Big Pictures

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We'll always have Paris

Posted by Jane Murphy

Paris Hilton

Hmmm... I wonder if Paris Hilton knew the cameras were there when she popped to Los Angeles boutique Kitson for a spot of retail therapy yesterday.

Actually, it turns out everyone's favourite hotel heiress was there to promote an online charity auction, offering fans the opportunity to accompany her on a shopping trip.

Personally I can't think of a worse way to spend an afternoon - but each to their own, eh?

Picture: Wenn

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Gwyn does it again!

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Gwyneth Paltrow

I really hope Iron Man is one of those movies you can watch again and again, discovering different levels of intrigue and meaning each time.

If not, Gwyneth Paltrow must be bored to tears by now: the poor woman's shown up to around 101 premieres of her new movie over the past fortnight. Last night, it was the turn of New York - where Gwyn repeated the little-black-dress-and-heels trick that stole headlines in London on Friday.

But - look! - this LBD is even sexier than the last one, with large cut-out areas giving "tantalising glimpses of her skin", although it does cover her up in all the right places. It was designed by Gwyn's mate Stella McCartney, in case you were wondering.

Love it? Hate it? Would you wear it yourself? Tell us now.

Picture: Rex Features

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Miley says sorry

Posted by Jane Murphy

Miley Cyrus, shot for Vanity Fair by Annie Leibovitz

Is 15 years old too young to strike a provocative pose in a glossy magazine? That's the big debate gripping the US at the moment - thanks to recent controversial pics of Disney teen sensation Miley Cyrus.

Hannah Montana star Miley was photographed by celebrity photographer and Queen-botherer Annie Leibovitz - and graces the June issue of Vanity Fair (on sale May 2nd), apparently wrapped in nothing but a satin sheet.

Funnily enough, the clean-living, God-fearing parents of America were none too pleased when they saw the pics - and Miley's been forced to apologise. "I took part in a photo shoot that was supposed to be 'artistic' and now, seeing the photographs and reading the story, I feel so embarrassed," she said in an official statement.

And what about Miley's bosses? "Unfortunately, as the article suggests, a situation was created to deliberately manipulate a 15-year-old in order to sell magazines," says a Disney spokesman. "Now if you'll excuse me, I've got to go home because Minnie's got the tea on and Donald's coming round later."*

Still, the debate continues to rage on US TV. Watch this scathing rant from Fox News anchorman Bill O'Reilly, for example:


Shocked by Miley? Couldn't give a monkey's? Tell us what you think.

*Obviously, the second part of this quote isn't strictly what was said

Picture: Exclusively for the June issue of Vanity Fair by Annie Leibovitz

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Still got it, Liz!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Elizabeth Hurley

Last week she complained that modelling bikinis is an "unmitigated hell" - but Elizabeth Hurley certainly didn't seem to have any qualms about showing off her body at an awards bash on Sunday evening.

Nearly 14 years after she stole the headlines by wearing "that dress" to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, Liz proved she can still steal the limelight in a glittering evening gown with that all-important plunging neckline.

And the event? It was the Duffstar Fragrance Awards in Berlin. No, I'd never heard of it either - but it sounds like an unmissable night out, doesn't it?

Still, even if watching a bunch of beauty industry bigwigs handing out gongs to perfume bottles became a tad tiresome, at least civic-minded Liz provided everybody with something to look at.

But now she's in her forties, shouldn't Ms Hurley be dressing more demurely and keeping her curves under wraps? Or should she continue to flaunt her assets for all they're worth? Tell us what you think.

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Who's got a new tattoo?

Posted by Jane Murphy

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Poor Rebecca Loos! The parrot-faced Posh-botherer just slipped out for a quick cigarette at swanky London eaterie Cipriani last night - when she ran head-long into a bunch of paparazzi. I bet that's the last thing she wanted to happen!

Still, ever the trooper, Rebecca posed for photographs - and showed off her delightful new tattoo, which reads: "Thank God I'm female".

Rebecca's tattoo

Like it? I think you can get similar tats in packets of six from Claire's Accessories...

Pictures: Wenn

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Separated at birth?

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Jordan and Amy Winehouse

Has anyone ever seen Jordan and Amy Winehouse in the same place at the same time? Just wondering...

Pictures: Big Pictures

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Is Jordan too skinny?

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Jordan, Peter Andre and Perez Hilton

Uh-oh! Jordan is very angry. The reason? She's fed up with the sudden spate of stories in UK tabloids, expressing concerns about how thin she's been looking during her current trip to Los Angeles.

"I may look skinny - but if you bring the sunshine to England, I'll wear skimpy clothes," she ranted during a chat with celebrity blogger Perez Hilton. "It's not my fault we never gets a glimpse of sun at home. I eat like a pig, so you can write what you like. I have no health scares."

Jordan

Meanwhile, Jordan's "people" told the Daily Star: "Because of her teeth veneers, she's not been able to eat big meals. But there's no issue with weight loss. She'll be back on the steak in no time."

Still, Jordan does look incredibly skinny at the moment. So were the tabloids right to raise concerns? Tell us what you think.

Pictures: Big Pictures

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Who's round at Amy's?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Amy Winehouse

Remember how I asked you to guess who'd be the next unexpected guest at Amy Winehouse's pad?

Well, we have our answer, folks: last night saw old-enough-to-know-better party girl Sadie Frost bowl up to the singer's house at 2am.

Sadie Frost

Funnily enough, Amy was still awake and happy to receive house-guests - having been out on another action-packed night in Camden, with a bunch of mates.

According to the frankly horrified paparazzi, Amy "pulled bizarre facial expressions and sniggered uncontrollably" during the short walk home from the pub. Well, at least the gurning adds some variety to your photos, fellas.

Meanwhile, despite all her woes, Amy's just been included for the first time on this year's Sunday Times young music rich list - with an estimated fortune of £10m. I wonder what she spends it all on...

Pictures: Wenn

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Nice pins, Gwyn!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Gwyneth Paltrow

Heavens to Betsy! Gwyneth Paltrow has got the tabloids in a right old tizz today - thanks to the little black dress, bare legs and towering heels combo she sported at last night's Iron Man premiere in London's Leicester Square.

But as you admire the Oscar-winner's red carpet style, do spare a thought for Dr Miriam Stoppard: the Daily Mirror's health columnist must have had to work through the night, as Gwyn's fabulous footwear has prompted her to write a cautionary feature about the dangers of wearing "killer heels".

Still, the evening wasn't all about Gwyneth's fashion choices. The usual bizarre mix of US and British stars showed up, too. Gwyn's co-star Robert Downey Jnr clearly only had eyes for his wife Susan...

Robert Downey Jnr and wife Susan

The occasion also marked a rare red-carpet outing for Skins stars Mike Bailey and Joe Dempsie - otherwise known as "the thinking teenager's crumpet"...

Mike Bailey and Joe Dempsie

And it really wouldn't be a London movie premiere without a former Big Brother star, now would it? Here's BB7's Imogen Thomas looking positively - and somewhat uncharacteristically - demure in a posh red frock...

Imogen Thomas

See more red carpet snaps here >>

Pictures: Wenn

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Happy birthday, Nikki?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Nikki Grahame

Can it really be a whole year since Nikki Grahame was snapped stumbling sozzled down the street after her 25th birthday party?

Apparently so, because last night saw the Big Brother tantrum queen - sorry, princess - celebrate turning 26 in London's Embassy club with some of her bestest friends in the whole wide world.

Top of the star-studded guest list were ex-EastEnder Dean Gaffney, former Blue singer Antony Costa, Wag Alex Curran, singers/reality stars Michelle and Andy Scott-Lee - plus a whole bevy of former Big Brother housemates including Brian Belo, Ziggy Lichman and Liam McGough.

Hell, don't you wish you'd been there, too?

Picture: Wenn

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It's Jordan-watch!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Jordan and Peter Andre

Now, I was going to do the unthinkable and leave Jordan and Peter Andre alone today. After all, you can have too much of a good thing, can't you?

But how could I ignore the latest picture of them in Los Angeles when there's so much to say about it? For starters, you'll notice Peter's bleached his hair again - and one person who approves whole-heartedly of the new 'do is celebrity blogger Perez Hilton. The reason? He thinks it makes Pete look like David Beckham. Ah, Victoria will be pleased.

And then there's Jordan's delightful outfit. You'll notice she'd changed out of that leopard-print-catsuit-thingy she wore to the supermarket earlier in the day.

So where were they going? "I'm off to see the boob doctor," Jordan told the paparazzi. And what did the "boob doctor" say? "He said she had 'nice t**s,'" Peter revealed afterwards. Classy!

Anyway, what do you think of Pete's new hair and Jordan's latest outfit? Tell us here.

Picture: Big Pictures

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More baby Beckhams?

Posted by Jane Murphy

David Beckham

It's official: America loves David Beckham! The reluctant superstar has just made a much-hyped guest appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show - and caused much whooping among the overexcitable audience when he revealed he's ready to expand his family with wife Victoria.

"We're working on it," Becks told Ellen. "We're very family-oriented. We always wanted a big family, which was weird because when we first got together we never even discussed how many children we wanted. It's worked out we want a big family and we love kids, so it's worked out perfect."

Amazing stuff, eh? And if you want to see just how excited Ellen was about the prospect of meeting Becks, watch this gushing clip from yesterday's show:

Picture: PA

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The world's sexiest woman?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Megan Fox

Recognise this celebrity? You should do. According to FHM magazine's hot-off-the-press international poll, she's the sexiest woman in the world. And just in case you do need a reminder of her name, she's actress Megan Fox - best known for her role in Transformers.

Last year's winner Jessica Biel made second place - while Page Three girl and environmental campaigner (well, that's what it says on Wikipedia anyway) Keeley Hazell flew the flag for Britain by coming in third.

Mind you, Keeley wasn't the only Brit on the list. Notable first-time entries included opera star Katherine Jenkins, who made it to No.83, while plummy-voiced property expert Kirsty Allsopp put in an appearance at No.91.

Kirsty Allsopp

Personally, I've gone off Kirsty since I saw her on Sport Relief Does The Apprentice: there's nothing worse than a whining posho, as my old granny used to say. Still, I suppose she is quite sexy - if you like that kind of thing...

But who'd get your vote for sexiest woman in the world?

Pictures: Wenn

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Alan's so fickle!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Jessie Wallace and Alan Carr

Tsk! TV funnyman Alan Carr seems to be making a habit of getting papped with thirty-something, tabloid-tastic female celebrities recently.

Last week, we spotted him out with Geri Halliwell after she'd guest-hosted The Friday Night Project. And now he's been seen wandering arm-in-arm through Soho with ex-EastEnder Jessie Wallace. And no, I never knew they were friends.

But Jessie should beware if she thinks a dinner date with Alan means he'll rein in his catty comments. Speaking about Geri earlier this week, he told the Daily Mirror: "She's so boring. I think all that LA sunshine has gone to her head. She was all astrology this, and astrology that. I get bored just talking about it."

So who will Alan be spotted with next? My money's on Amanda Holden...

Picture: Wenn

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What Katie wore next

Posted by Jane Murphy

Jordan

Our all-time favourite celebrity Jordan continues to provide a valuable service throughout her trip to Los Angeles - by deflecting the paparazzi's attention away from other, more camera-shy celebrities.

Here she is on a low-key dash to a Beverly Hills supermarket, wearing... well... erm... what exactly?

Picture: Wenn

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Look out, Demi!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Ashton Kutcher

Hollywood heartthrob Ashton Kutcher went solo in London last night for the premiere of his new movie, What Happens In Vegas. On-screen leading lady Cameron Diaz couldn't make the trip due to the recent death of her father - while real-life partner Demi Moore clearly had better things to do back in Hollywood.

But doesn't Demi worry when her toy-boy husband is away from the marital home? "I love London," gushes Ashton. "I love the women. Demi doesn't mind at all. As long as I look but don't touch."

So let's see who Ashton was looking at - but not touching - at last night's premiere, shall we?

Well, there was glamour model/reality TV star/world's most annoying person Danielle Lloyd...

Danielle Lloyd

Not to mention glamour model/reality TV star/world's second most annoying person Rebecca Loos (good to have you back, Rebecca - no, really)...

Rebecca Loos

And the eight remaining wannabe Nancies from the BBC's I'd Do Anything...

Nancies

Oh Ashton, how did you ever manage to contain yourself?

Pictures: Wenn

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Kerry pities Kylie

Posted by Jane Murphy

Kerry Katona

You'd think Kerry Katona would have enough problems of her own to worry about at the moment, wouldn't you? But she's still found time to express her sympathy for Kylie Minogue.

The reason? "It made me so sad when I read that Kylie's accepted she may never find a husband or start a family," Kerry writes in her OK! column. "Personally I think her problem was she always put her career ahead of her personal life. Don't get me wrong - she's done really well, but it's such a shame she didn't concentrate on family earlier because she'd make an amazing mum. I just hope she doesn't grow old and lonely."

So is Kerry right? Has Kylie got her priorities all wrong? Do you reckon the pop princess secretly wishes she was more like Ms Katona? Tell us what you think.

Picture: Wenn

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Amy's new best friend?

Posted by Jane Murphy

James Alexandrou and Amy Winehouse

And now for another in our occasional series: "I never knew they were friends!"

The latest odd couple? It's tabloid regular Amy Winehouse and ex-EastEnder James Alexandrou - aka Martin Fowler. The former soap favourite was spotted calling round at Amy's north London flat yesterday afternoon.

He then spent several hours in Amy's company - but headed off mid-afternoon, when the singer went to visit her husband, Charlie Cotton lookalike Blake Fielder-Civil, in prison.

Amy Winehouse

Recent visitors to Ms Winehouse's pad have included Pete Doherty, Mark Ronson and Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace. Who's next, d'you reckon?

Pictures: Wenn

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Becks appeal

Posted by Jane Murphy

David, Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham

Less than 24 hours after co-hosting his wife Victoria's star-studded 34th birthday party, David Beckham took sons Brooklyn and Romeo to yet another basketball game. And don't they all look cute?

Apparently, other celebrities in the crowd included Hollywood veteran Jack Nicholson and M&S advert star Antonio Banderas (yes, I know he's made some movies, too). But who cares about those two - or the basketball for that matter - when Becks is around?

Picture: Big Pictures

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Jodie's jubblies - again!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Jodie Marsh and Thingy

Now, I don't want you to think I'm developing an unhealthy obsession with Jodie Marsh's newly enhanced cleavage - but here she is again. And as you can see, I'm not the only one who can't stop staring: her boyfriend's strangely mesmerised, too.

Jodie and Thingy (that's her fella's official name until we find out who he really is) were among the not-very-long list of "stars" who turned up to last night's London premiere of Three and Out - before heading off to the after-show party at Café de Paris.

Despite the late night, however, Jodie still showed up looking very perky for an interview on this morning's LK Today. And incidentally, I was strangely reassured to note that even Lorraine Kelly appeared to conduct the entire conversation with Jodie's cleavage.

The gist of the chat? After a very bad 2007, Jodie has vowed to "only do things that make me happy" this year - hence the boob job. She told the surgeon she didn't want them to look "ridiculous and big" - and she's very pleased with the results.

But is Jodie sending out the wrong message to impressionable young women by having cosmetic surgery? And - as Lorraine so eloquently put it - will there be a whole generation of men who don't know what "real boobies" look like? What do you think?

Picture: Big Pictures

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Liz's "unmitigated hell"

Posted by Jane Murphy

Elizabeth Hurley

As you go about your business today, do spare a thought for poor Elizabeth Hurley. The reason? She absolutely hates her job.

"Shooting bikinis is now my life, which, as you can imagine, is unmitigated hell," she tells the Sunday Times. "I can't think of anything worse than another bikini shoot - and I've got two next month."

Yeah, it must be awful having to fly off to all those tropical locations and pose around on the beach all day, mustn't it? Never mind, Liz. If it all gets too much, maybe you could get a nice job as a hospital cleaner or road sweeper instead...

Picture: Big Pictures

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Posh gets posher

Posted by Jane Murphy

Victoria Beckham

Look! Victoria Beckham is sporting a new hairstyle - and it's a bit... well... posh.

Mrs B showed off her new up-do on the way into her birthday party with husband David on Sunday night. The venue? Via Veneto restaurant in Santa Monica, since you ask.

So what's your first reaction to Posh's new look? Love it? Hate it? Too distracted by her cleavage? Tell us what you think.

Picture: Wenn

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Jordan and Peter do LA

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Jordan, Peter and Princess

Here are Jordan and Peter Andre giving one another an impromptu peck during a lunch in Hollywood yesterday afternoon. See? They only have eyes for one another - even when the paparazzi are lurking in the bushes.

Of course, some cynical types might suggest the pair were only posing for the cameras - but if they knew they were being photographed, why the hell would Jordan do this?

Jordan

Anyway, there's been non-stop excitement for the couple ever since they touched down in Los Angeles on Friday - although not everyone in Tinseltown can quite work out what all the fuss is about. "I really don't understand this family or why they're famous," writes one high-profile celebrity blogger. "Maybe it's a British thing?"

Watch footage of Jordan and Peter's chaotic arrival at LAX airport here - and listen out for the snapper who's determined to get a quote about Victoria Beckham...

Pictures: Wenn

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Britain's not got talent!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Heather Mills

Is Heather Mills the least talented person in Britain?

Well, not quite, according to a new poll carried out for Domino's Pizza. Paul McCartney's ex-wife could only manage second place behind Big Brother quitter and wannabe pop starlet Chanelle Hayes.

Former Spice Girl and self-styled fashionista Victoria Beckham came in at No.3 - with a somewhat bizarre mixture of famous names including Pete Doherty, Peaches Geldof and, erm, Gordon Brown also finding their way into the Top 10.

Meanwhile, JK Rowling topped the poll of talented Brits, with Lewis Hamilton, Leona Lewis and Gordon Ramsay not far behind.

So do you agree with the poll's results - or is someone else's talent (or lack of it) going sadly unrecognised? Tell us what you think.

Picture: Rex Features

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Geri's new best friend?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Geri Halliwell and Alan Carr

And now for another in our occasional series: "I never knew they were friends!"

The latest couple? It's former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and TV funnyman Alan Carr. The pair were spotted heading out for a late dinner at swanky London restaurant Nobu last night.

So how long have the pair known one another? Well, a clue could lie in the fact that Geri's guest-presenting this week's The Friday Night Project, with Alan and Justin Lee Collins. So I'm guessing they'd been mates for approximately six hours at this point.

Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and beautiful friendship...

Picture: Big Pictures

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Madonna cleans up

Posted by Stewart Turner

You’d expect that the Queen of Pop might be able to afford something a bit special in the vacuum cleaner department – maybe one of those new Dysons (the ones with the rolling ball) so she can negotiate the corners and get at that hard-to-reach fluff at Ritchie Towers.

Not so. It seems Madonna has to make do with a tatty old “Henry”. Sheesh.

This “hilarious” video (mind the swearword!) has surfaced of her cleaning after finishing up on the set of her new video. Tell us what you think below.


In other Madge news, today’s Sun reveals that she’s jetting off to play two gigs in Dubai for a whopping £12m. That should keep her in vacuum cleaner bags for a while. Or new sweatshirts, something she needs, judging by this picture.

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It's sweaty Madonna!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Madonna

So Madonna's heading off on a world tour very soon. Hurrah!

But the news has left me feeling very concerned for the paparazzi who lurk outside her gym every afternoon. After all, their whole purpose in life is to take snaps of the Queen of Pop after her daily workout - ideally when she's soaked in sweat and pulling a funny face.

As you can see, one of the photographers hit the jackpot yesterday - but what the hell are they going to do when Madge is out of town? Any ideas? While you think about it, have a peep at her new video.

Picture: Big Pictures

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Don't mess with Becks!

Posted by Jane Murphy

David and Victoria Beckham

Oh look - it's the Beckhams! The family of five celebrated Victoria's 34th birthday with a trip to Mexican eaterie Pink Taco in Los Angeles yesterday afternoon.

But - surprise, surprise - word of the lunch outing soon reached the paparazzi, and they turned out in force to greet the famous five when they left the restaurant.

As you can see, Becks was none too pleased when one overzealous snapper got too close to him and little Cruz - and promptly pushed him aside.

David Beckham

He can be quite scary when he wants to, can't he?

Pictures: Wenn

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Lindsay makes waves

Posted by Jane Murphy

Lindsay Lohan

This picture of Lindsay Lohan leaving her hair salon has caused great excitement among Tinseltown fashionistas. The reason? Well, her hair's looking a bit wavy - so could it really be time for the perm to make a triumphant comeback?

In other Li-Lo news, the erstwhile actress has apparently denied reports she's off to be a missionary in India. Erm... I hadn't actually heard that story until she denied it - but I'm not sure I would have believed it anyway.

After all, India's a long, long way from her Beverly Hills hairstylist...

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Jodie's shock new look

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Jodie Marsh

Look! Jodie Marsh has had a haircut.

That's definitely the first thing you notice about this picture of her out clubbing in London, isn't it?

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Is Noel in Love?

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Courtney Love and Noel Fielding

They've denied they're anything more than just good friends - and we've no reason to disbelieve them. Except... why did Courtney Love have such a tight grip on Noel Fielding's arm when they left the Groucho club last night?

And, more to the point, what the hell was she wearing?

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Posh: papped or posing?

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Victoria Beckham

Remember how the owner of swanky Beverly Hills boutique Kitson had threatened to stop selling Victoria Beckham's dVB jeans because the former Spice Girl hadn't done enough to promote them?

Well, guess who bowled up to Kitson yesterday afternoon? Yep - got it in one! In fact, it looks like Posh was so eager to hit the shops, she even forgot to put a bra on first.

So did Mrs B know the paparazzi would follow her to the store - or is it pure coincidence that a couple of snappers happened to be lurking in the area? Tell us what you think.

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Alicia's daughter wants boob job

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Alicia Douvall

I'm really hoping this is just a joke - but I've a terrible feeling it isn't.

Erstwhile glamour model and occasional kiss-and-tell girl Alicia Douvall says her 12-year-old daughter has asked for breast implants for her birthday.

"Georgia wrote a little wish-list for her 13th birthday later this month, and on it was Kate Moss perfume, an iPhone and a boob job," Alicia tells Closer magazine.

Obviously, Georgia will have to make do with the first two items on her list - but isn't it a little worrying that she even thought about cosmetic surgery?

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Cynthia: "I had breast cancer"

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Cynthia Nixon

Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon has revealed she was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago. Thankfully, the disease was in its very early stages and the actress underwent successful treatment.

"I didn't really want to make it public while I was going through it," she explains. "I didn't want paparazzi at the hospital, that kind of thing." Cynthia has now become an ambassador for US charity Susan G Komen For the Cure .

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