PETE DOHERTY - DOHERTY 'TO ROMANCE LOVE'?

Troubled British singer PETE DOHERTY has struck up an unlikely friendship with fellow rocker COURTNEY LOVE - and wants to romance the star, according to reports. The Babyshambles frontman has allegedly told friends he is keen to date the former Hole singer, after she sent him a message of support during his recent stint in rehab. A source tells British newspaper the Daily Star, "They've been in touch on and off over the past couple of years and she contacted him recently to tell him how proud she was of his successful stint in rehab. "He was bowled over - smitten in fact. Pete thinks she's a sex symbol and icon after going through so much herself. He hopes to spend a lot more time with her over the next few months and even says he wants new experiences with her."