Celebrity Gossip and Entertainment News 21st August 2003

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Penthouse Files For Bankruptcy

21st August 2003 2:19

Porn magazine PENTHOUSE has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following a continued plummet in popularity. The once-popular publication has...

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Calender Girls Let It All Hang Out

21st August 2003 2:19

Actress HELEN MIRREN got her CALENDAR GIRLS co-stars so fired up about filming a difficult nude scene, even the director and crew offered to bare...

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Stars Return To Everybody Loves Raymond

21st August 2003 2:19

The full scheduled cast of EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND was finally reunited yesterday (19AUG03), after more than week of delays. Thee castmembers...

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Kournikova Wants To Swap Court For Screen

21st August 2003 2:19

Sexy sportswoman ANNA KOURNIKOVA is already preparing for life after tennis, by making a bid for Hollywood. The ravishing Russian has failed to...

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Sharon Osbourne Advises Electra On Reality Wedding

21st August 2003 2:19

LATEST: Former BAYWATCH babe CARMEN ELECTRA is closer to allowing TV cameras into her wedding, after advice from SHARON OSBOURNE. Electra, who...

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Rachel Hunter's Multi-million Modelling Gig

21st August 2003 2:19

Model RACHEL HUNTER has landed a lucrative $4.8 million (GBP3 million) deal to front a new range of cosmetics worldwide. The ex-wife of rocker...

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The Beckhams' New Spanish Home

21st August 2003 2:19

Superstar couple VICTORIA and DAVID BECKHAM are planning to move into a spectacular $11 million (GBP7 million) mansion in Madrid, Spain - already...

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Jude Moves Out

21st August 2003 2:19

Actor JUDE LAW has made his split from estranged wife SADIE FROST more permanent, he's moved out of the family's London home - while she holidays...

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Ben And Jen's Weekend Wedding In September

21st August 2003 2:19

BEN AFFLECK and JENNIFER LOPEZ will marry on the Hawaiian island of Kauai over 13 and 14 September (03), according to sources close to the...

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Ben + Jerry's Concert Cancelled

21st August 2003 2:19

A two-day concert featuring TRACY CHAPMAN and LeANN RIMES has been cancelled after dismal ticket sales. The ONE WORLD ONE HEART FESTIVAL,...

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Nevermind Baby Swims Again

21st August 2003 2:19

The baby who appeared on the cover of NIRVANA's landmark NEVERMIND album is back in the news - and on the cover of another CD. SPENCER ELDEN was...

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Great White Look To Escape Criminal Charges

21st August 2003 2:19

LATEST: American rockers GREAT WHITE will escape criminal charges in the ongoing case surrounding a fire at one of their US gigs in February...

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Mccartney Focuses On Wife At Screening

21st August 2003 2:19

Rocker SIR PAUL McCARTNEY chose an unusual way to introduce his new music documentary to guests at a special screening - by declaring his love for...

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Rows Split S Club Star And Fiance

21st August 2003 2:19

Former S CLUB singer RACHEL STEVENS split with her TV star fiance because she was obsessed with her appearance. In an interview given before the...

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Enrique: 'I Had My Mole Removed'

21st August 2003 2:19

Latin singing superstar ENRIQUE IGLESIAS has had the mole on his face removed in a bloody, but painless, five-minute operation. The HERO...

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Eminem Dumped Mariah Over Hailie

21st August 2003 2:19

EMINEM ended his fling with singer MARIAH CAREY, because she was jealous of his relationship with his seven-year-old daughter HAILIE. Speaking...

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Craig David Ditched Over Beyonce

21st August 2003 2:19

British R+B star CRAIG DAVID has been ditched by model girlfriend SOFIA VERGARA, because of his friendship with pop beauty BEYONCE KNOWLES. ...

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Eminem's Threesomes With Bisexual Ex

21st August 2003 2:19

Superstar rapper EMINEM enjoyed steamy threesomes with his ex-wife KIM and her lesbian lovers, according to a new TV documentary. In THE REAL...

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Winfrey's Neighbours In Uproar Over Construction

21st August 2003 9:32

OPRAH WINFREY's neighbours in California have become so fed up with the constant construction work on her estate, they're making moves to put a...

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Frasier Wants Emma Back

21st August 2003 9:32

British actress EMMA THOMPSON is in negotiations to make a return to the final series of FRASIER. Producers want her to return as the sitcom...

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Melissa Comes Between Alias Lovers

21st August 2003 9:32

Former HOME + AWAY star MELISSA GEORGE is the actress who will come between real-life lovers JENNIFER GARNER and MICHAEL VARTAN in the new series...

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Cybill Lashes Out At Arnie

21st August 2003 9:32

ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER has been dealt a savage blow on the eve of his election run for California Governor - by actress and fervent Democrat CYBILL...

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Bruce Willis' Old School Treat

21st August 2003 9:32

Actor BRUCE WILLIS reminisced over his days as a teen, when he treated 300 old school chums to a lavish 30th reunion party. The DIE HARD hero,...

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Aniston Hits The Catwalk

21st August 2003 9:32

FRIENDS star JENNIFER ANISTON joined her TV mum MARLO THOMAS in a fashion show on Tuesday night (19AUG03) to raise charity cash for sick kids. ...

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Haven Guitarist Suffers Paralysis

21st August 2003 9:32

HAVEN guitarist NAT WASON played through the pain barrier at Britain's V FESTIVAL over the weekend (16/17AUG03). Wason is suffering from Bell's...

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Beyonce And Metallica Join Mtv Video Awards

21st August 2003 9:32

DESTINY'S CHILD star BEYONCE KNOWLES and rockers METALLICA are the latest additions to the bill for the 2003 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS. They join...

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Clapton Scores Cricket Record But Loses

21st August 2003 9:32

ERIC CLAPTON is celebrating after scoring his personal best cricket score in a pro-celebrity charity game his team lost. The rocker scored a...

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Jessica Simpson's Little Sister Dating Carson Daly

21st August 2003 9:32

Singer JESSICA SIMPSON's little sister ASHLEE SIMPSON has embarked on a new romance - with MTV co-star CARSON DALY. Daly, 30, and 18-year-old...

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Jerry Hall Interviews Jagger For New Show

21st August 2003 9:32

JERRY HALL is to interview her ex-husband MICK JAGGER for her new BBC show. The Texan model and actress will tackle ROLLING STONES star Jagger...

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Beckham And Halliwell Reunite

21st August 2003 9:32

Former SPICE GIRLS VICTORIA BECKHAM and GERI HALLIWELL were reunited for a night of revelry when they met up at rapper LIL' KIM's birthday party. ...

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Britney, Jennifer + Madonna Form A Supergroup?

21st August 2003 9:32

LATEST: BRITNEY SPEARS, MADONNA and JENNIFER LOPEZ are secretly planning a special surprise for the MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS - by performing...

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The Alchemist Author Eyes Cameo Role In Movie

21st August 2003 13:22

Following reports that MADONNA is up for a role as a gipsy, THE ALCHEMIST author PAULO COELHO has indicated he'd like a cameo role in the...

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Lord Attenborough Refuses Biography

21st August 2003 13:22

Revered director and actor LORD RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH may be approaching 80, but he's vigorously opposed to anyone writing his biography. The...

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Billy Connolly's Zip Hell

21st August 2003 13:22

Scottish funnyman BILLY CONNOLLY had an agonising experience after trapping his private parts in a zipper. The MRS BROWN star thought he'd done...

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Vincent Gallo Insists On Unflattering Photograph

21st August 2003 13:22

Eccentric auteur VINCENT GALLO has complained to American gossip site PAGE SIX - because they used pleasant photographs of him. The BROWN BUNNY...

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Schumacher: I'm Not To Blame For Phantom Role

21st August 2003 13:22

A row has broken out between ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, producer JOEL SCHUMACHER and fans of MICHAEL CRAWFORD over the decision to cast GERARD BUTLER in...

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Ewan For Trainspotting 2?

21st August 2003 13:22

Superstar EWAN McGREGOR could be heading for the lead role in the follow-up to TRAINSPOTTING, according to his pal JONNY LEE MILLER. The STAR...

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Henry Winkler's Heartache At Wife's Cancer

21st August 2003 13:22

HAPPY DAYS star HENRY WINKLER has spoken out about the trauma of his wife's battle against breast cancer. The actor, best known for his role as...

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Kristanna's Body Art

21st August 2003 13:22

TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES star KRISTANNA LOKEN has revealed a penchant for body art - including tattoos and piercings. The 23-year-old...

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Beckham Is The Top And Bottom Of Cool

21st August 2003 13:22

Soccer hero DAVID BECKHAM has been voted the coolest celebrity in Britain - but he also came second on the list of the country's least cool! ...

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Ewan Mcgregor's Star Wars Depression Led To Boozing

21st August 2003 13:22

Movie star EWAN McGREGOR has admitted to bingeing on alcohol in order to cope with the depression brought on by his role in the STAR WARS...

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Burgess' Star-studded Style

21st August 2003 13:22

British rocker TIM BURGESS loves living in Los Angeles - because he's surrounded by superstars. The former CHARLATANS frontman is having a...

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The Darkness Ready To Light Up UK Heavy Metal Awards

21st August 2003 13:22

British band THE DARKNESS are set to cement their position in the big time at tonight's prestigious KERRANG! AWARDS. The much-hyped rock band...

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Pharrell Williams And Neptunes Shut Out Of Own Party

21st August 2003 13:22

A badly-organised launch party for PHARRELL WILLIAMS and THE NEPTUNES' new album meant the artists themselves were shut out of the event. Party...

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Rachel Stevens On The Prowl

21st August 2003 13:22

Just days after calling off her engagement, former S CLUB singer RACHEL STEVENS is on the prowl again - announcing exactly what she wants from her...

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Fire Fine For Us Club And Band

21st August 2003 13:22

LATEST: Rock band GREAT WHITE and a US club they performed in have been fined nearly $100,000 (GBP70,000) after a pyrotechnic display there began a...

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Frontman Gahan To Leave Depeche Mode?

21st August 2003 13:22

DEPECHE MODE frontman DAVE GAHAN has voiced doubts about his future with the band. According to ROLLINGSTONE.COM, Gahan, who released his debut...

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Paris Hilton's Just A Normal Girl

21st August 2003 17:11

Hotel heiress PARIS HILTON is baffled by how many people hate her - because she's a "humble", well brought up girl at heart. The blonde party...

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Irvine Welsh Gets Boxing Clever

21st August 2003 17:11

Gritty writer IRVINE WELSH is planning on raising awareness about youth suicide - by stepping into the boxing ring. The TRAINSPOTTING author is...

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Rachel Weisz Could Join Keanu On Occult Movie

21st August 2003 17:11

THE MUMMY star RACHEL WEISZ is in talks to team up with KEANU REEVES in a new movie about the occult world. The British actress may join the...

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Hoffman Dismisses 'Difficult' Tag

21st August 2003 17:11

Hollywood legend DUSTIN HOFFMAN has shrugged off suggestions he is a 'difficult' actor to work with. THE GRADUATE star was lambasted by TOOTSIE...

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Trintignant Death: Lover Questioned By Judge

21st August 2003 17:11

The rock singer who's been linked to the death of French actress MARIE TRINTIGNANT is to be questioned by a judge today (21AUG03). BERTRAND...

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Kutcher Backs Away From Dude

21st August 2003 17:11

Movie hunk ASHTON KUTCHER had fans in stitches in DUDE, WHERE'S MY CAR? - but there's no way he'll consider returning for a sequel unless it's...

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Angelina Jolie And Brad Pitt Get Married

21st August 2003 17:11

LATEST: BRAD PITT has returned to the thriller MR AND MRS SMITH - as ANGELINA JOLIE has now signed up to star alongside him. The OCEAN'S ELEVEN...

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Robert Redford Sued By Ex-employees

21st August 2003 17:11

Movie icon ROBERT REDFORD is being sued by two former employees, who are claiming unpaid monies from a severance deal. JEFF KLEEMAN and ERIC...

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Kelly Rowland's Lonely Blues

21st August 2003 17:11

R+B diva KELLY ROWLAND is loving singing solo - although she can't help missing her DESTINY'S CHILD bandmates. The leggy beauty hit the top of...

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Mandy Moore Admits Movie Flop

21st August 2003 17:11

Actress and singer MANDY MOORE admits her new film HOW TO DEAL has been a flop. The A WALK TO REMEMBER star's latest movie opened with only $5.8...

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Burgess' Stalker Nightmare

21st August 2003 17:11

Rocker TIM BURGESS discovered the dark side of fame when a frightening fan began appearing everywhere he went - and insisting she was his wife. ...

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Simon Cowell Buys Luxury House In London

21st August 2003 17:11

POP IDOL judge SIMON COWELL is moving to a $8.8 million (GBP5.5 million) six-bedroom mansion in West London's plush Holland Park district. The...

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Russell Simmons Joins Kfc Boycott

21st August 2003 17:11

Hip-hop mogul RUSSELL SIMMONS is supporting PEOPLE FOR THE ETHICAL TREATMENT OF ANIMALS (PETA)'s call for a boycott on fast-food chain KENTUCKY...

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Suspect Charged In Shooting Of Jam Master Jay's Nephew

21st August 2003 17:11

A suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting of slain rap hero JAM MASTER JAY's nephew BOE SKAGZ. KARL JORDAN was...

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Jagger Assures Fans He Will Be Well Enough For UK Gigs

21st August 2003 17:11

ROLLING STONES frontman MICK JAGGER has reassured worried fans that he will be well enough to perform in Britain this weekend (23AUG03). The...

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Michael Jackson Opens Neverland To The Public

21st August 2003 17:11

Pop eccentric MICHAEL JACKSON is to open his theme-park home NEVERLAND to the public - for $5,000 (GBP3,125) a ticket. The BAD singer's home...

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Don Johnson Accuses Germany Of Hurting His Reputation

21st August 2003 21:17

American actor DON JOHNSON's lawyer is poised to file a damages claim against the GERMAN FINANCE MINISTRY for hurting the actor's reputation. ...

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Jackman Takes Up Piano Lessons To Master Broadway Debut

21st August 2003 21:17

X-MEN star HUGH JACKMAN is so determined to wow audiences in his Broadway, New York, debut as flamboyant performer PETER ALLEN - he's learning to...

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So Solid Crew Member Tells Of Prison Ordeal

21st August 2003 21:17

British SO SOLID CREW rapper KAISH found it difficult to cope with prison because he knew he was innocent of the charges levelled against him. ...

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Celia Cruz Has Music School Named After Her

21st August 2003 21:17

A Bronx, New York music high school will be named in honour of late 'Queen of Salsa' CELIA CRUZ. New York mayor MICHAEL BLOOMBERG announced that...

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Bedingfield Stands Up For 'Stalker' Fans

21st August 2003 21:17

Pop star DANIEL BEDINGFIELD is furious after reports in the British press claiming he is being stalked by over-eager fans. British tabloid THE...

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Rachel Stevens' Happy Dreams

21st August 2003 21:17

British pop babe RACHEL STEVENS confessed her intense love for fiance JEREMY EDWARDS to a teen magazine just days before the pair called off their...

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Diddy Knocked From The Top

21st August 2003 21:17

SEAN 'P DIDDY' COMBS' soundtrack to the movie BAD BOYS II has been knocked from the top spot of America's BILLBOARD charts after four weeks at...

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Barry Manilow, The Wig And The Plastic Surgeon

21st August 2003 21:17

Singer BARRY MANILOW avoided being snapped leaving a plastic surgeon's office - by donning a disguise of dark glasses and a blonde wig. American...

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Damon Dash Expecting Oscar For New Movie

21st August 2003 21:17

Rap mogul DAMON DASH is so thrilled with his upcoming movie THE WOODSMAN, he's expecting to pick up an OSCAR for it. The ROC-A-FELLA RECORDS...

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Larry Hagman Ditches Biking

21st August 2003 21:17

Former DALLAS star LARRY HAGMAN has ditched motorcycle-riding after three pals in his bike club died in accidents. The 72-year-old screen star -...

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Bloom's Emotional Goodbye To Legolas

21st August 2003 21:17

LORD OF THE RINGS hunk ORLANDO BLOOM found saying goodbye to his Elvish character LEGOLAS an emotional experience. The sexy PIRATES OF THE...

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Kournikova Just Wants To Be Free

21st August 2003 21:17

Russian tennis babe ANNA KOURNIKOVA has learned to ignore what the press says about her. The blonde athlete has been tabloid fodder ever since...

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Billy Crystal Writes Children's Books

21st August 2003 21:17

Comedian and actor BILLY CRYSTAL is trying his hand at two new children's bedtime books. HARPERCOLLINS CHILDREN'S BOOKS have bought the North...

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Hugh Jackman Wants To Be Wolverine Again

21st August 2003 21:17

Australian actor HUGH JACKMAN wants to reprise his role as WOLVERINE in the X-MEN films - although no plans have been made yet for a third...

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David Beckham Gets Musical

21st August 2003 21:17

British soccer ace DAVID BECKHAM has been showing off his musical talents by helping his wife VICTORIA BECKHAM on her new album. Beckham, who...

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