http://www.contactmusic.com/rss/contactmusic_news_pictures.xml Latest news from ContactMusic.com This feed is updated in real-time. en-us Copyright 2010, ContactMusic Ltd hello@contactmusic.com (Hello) 15 http://www.contactmusic.com/cmlogo.gif http://www.contactmusic.com/rss/contactmusic_news_pictures.xml Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:31:20 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-scores-biggest-grammys-boost-in-awards-history_1296510 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-scores-biggest-grammys-boost-in-awards-history_1296510 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-scores-biggest-grammys-boost-in-awards-history_1296510"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_42_210212/adele-the-brit-awards-2012-held-at_3744217.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Adele Scores Biggest Grammys Boost In Awards' History"></a> Following her stellar performance of 'Rolling in the Deep' at the televised Grammy awards, Adele has experienced the biggest ever leap in sales as a result of Grammys success. The British singer saw an impressive 207% sales increase on the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-21-makes-it-to-21-weeks-on-top-in-us_1296491 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-21-makes-it-to-21-weeks-on-top-in-us_1296491 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-21-makes-it-to-21-weeks-on-top-in-us_1296491"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_42_210212/adele-the-brit-awards-2012-held-at_3744217.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Adele's 21 Makes It To 21 Weeks On Top In U.S."></a> Adele has beaten Whitney Houston's U.S. album chart record by becoming the first female artist to land 21 weeks at number one with her hit album 21.The singer managed the feat on Wednesday (22Feb12) - over a year after the album first hit the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/nancy-sinatra-heartbroken-over-billy-stranges-death_1296492 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/nancy-sinatra-heartbroken-over-billy-stranges-death_1296492 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/nancy-sinatra-heartbroken-over-billy-stranges-death_1296492"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/come_fly_outside_261011/nancy-sinatra-premiere-of-the-musical-comedy_5745184.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Nancy Sinatra Heartbroken Over Billy Strange's Death"></a> Singer Nancy Sinatra has been left heartbroken after learning about the death of her longtime collaborator, musician Billy Strange.Sinatra took to her Twitter.com blog on Wednesday (22Feb12) to break the news to fans, revealing the celebrated... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ray-j-to-open-up-about-kardashian-romance-in-tell-all_1296493 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ray-j-to-open-up-about-kardashian-romance-in-tell-all_1296493 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ray-j-to-open-up-about-kardashian-romance-in-tell-all_1296493"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/whitney_houston_funeral_190212/whitney-houstons-casket-the-funeral-of-whitney_5796769.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Ray J To Open Up About Kardashian Romance In Tell-all"></a> Whitney Houston's on/off boyfriend Ray J is to reveal all about his brief romance with socialite Kim Kardashian in a new book.The singer and reality TV star will reportedly open up about his one-time sex tape partner in Death of the Cheating... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katy-perry-lands-tv-role-as-prison-guard_1296494 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katy-perry-lands-tv-role-as-prison-guard_1296494 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katy-perry-lands-tv-role-as-prison-guard_1296494"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/grammy_awards_arrival_5_130212/katy-perry-54th-annual-grammy-awards-the_3725710.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Katy Perry Lands Tv Role As Prison Guard"></a> Pop star Katy Perry is set for a spell behind bars - as a tough-talking TV prison guard in hit U.S. comedy Raising Hope.The Firework hitmaker will join the cast of creator Greg Garcia's Emmy-nominated TV series for the upcoming 6 March (12) episode -... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/widow-roger-miller-loses-rights-to-country-icons-tunes_1296495 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/widow-roger-miller-loses-rights-to-country-icons-tunes_1296495 <p> Roger Miller's widow has lost the rights to some of the country legend's greatest hits in a court battle.In 2010, Mary Miller was declared the true owner of King of the Road and other songs published by the musician in 1964. She was subsequently... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/dicaprio-helps-academy-museum-bosses-buy-garlands-ruby-slippers_1296498 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/dicaprio-helps-academy-museum-bosses-buy-garlands-ruby-slippers_1296498 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/dicaprio-helps-academy-museum-bosses-buy-garlands-ruby-slippers_1296498"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/md/judy_garland_in_wax_080610/judy_garland_5494614.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Dicaprio Helps Academy Museum Bosses Buy Garland's Ruby Slippers"></a> Judy Garland's ruby slippers from The Wizard Of Oz have a new home at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, thanks to Leonardo DiCaprio.The iconic shoes were sold at auction by collector Debbie Reynolds last year (11) and now Academy officials... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jessica-chastain-bets-spencer-a-spa-day-shell-win-an-oscar_1296499 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jessica-chastain-bets-spencer-a-spa-day-shell-win-an-oscar_1296499 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jessica-chastain-bets-spencer-a-spa-day-shell-win-an-oscar_1296499"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/elle_style_awards_press_room_4_140212/jessica-chastain-next-future-icon-winner-and_3730442.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jessica Chastain Bets Spencer A Spa Day She'll Win An Oscar"></a> Jessica Chastain has bet her The Help co-star Octavia Spencer a spa day treat that she'll take home the Best Supporting Actress Oscar on Sunday (26Feb12).The actress initially bet Spencer $1,000 (625) she'd win a Golden Globe on a flight to the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/seinfeld-regular-von-bargen-shoots-himself-in-failed-suicide-attempt_1296500 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/seinfeld-regular-von-bargen-shoots-himself-in-failed-suicide-attempt_1296500 <p> Actor Daniel Von Bargen has been hospitalised in Ohio after shooting himself in the head.The 61 year old, who played Mr. Kruger on hit TV sitcom Seinfeld, attempted suicide on Monday (20Feb12), but had a change of heart about ending his life when... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ryan-phillippe-drops-out-of-cop-show_1296501 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ryan-phillippe-drops-out-of-cop-show_1296501 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ryan-phillippe-drops-out-of-cop-show_1296501"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/bacardi_2_300112/robert-furniss-roe-and-ryan-phillippe-at_3706488.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Ryan Phillippe Drops Out Of Cop Show"></a> Actor Ryan Phillippe has dropped out of a new TV cop drama over commitment issues.The Crash star was set to play a young police commissioner in the untitled project, opposite Chi MCBride and Stella Maeve. Network bosses are now searching for a... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/comedian-frank-carson-dies_1296502 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/comedian-frank-carson-dies_1296502 <p> Beloved Northern Irish comedian Frank Carson has died, aged 85.The funnyman became a national treasure after winning U.K. talent show Opportunity Knocks in the 1960s. He was a TV regular on hit shows The Comedians, The Wheeltappers and Shunters... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/russell-brand-moves-on-from-katy-perry---report_1296503 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/russell-brand-moves-on-from-katy-perry---report_1296503 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/russell-brand-moves-on-from-katy-perry---report_1296503"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/russell_brand_110212/russell-brand-is-seen-in-good-spirts_5792626.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Russell Brand Moves On From Katy Perry - Report"></a> Comedian Russell Brand has started dating a Mexican artist less than two months after filing for divorce from pop star Katy Perry, according to a U.S. report.The funnyman is said to have met Oriela Medellin Amieiro during a yoga class in Los Angeles... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:11:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/max-adler-i-hope-my-tv-suicide-makes-cyber-bullies-think_1296504 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/max-adler-i-hope-my-tv-suicide-makes-cyber-bullies-think_1296504 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/max-adler-i-hope-my-tv-suicide-makes-cyber-bullies-think_1296504"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/lea_michelle_050212/glee-star-lea-michelle-leaves-barneys-new_3713737.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Max Adler: 'i Hope My Tv Suicide Makes Cyber Bullies Think'"></a> Glee star Max Adler is hoping his character's suicide attempt will prompt bullies to cease their cyber tormenting.Adler's former bully character Dave Karofsky hanged himself by a belt in the harrowing episode which aired in America on Tuesday... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:03:26 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/its-a-girl-kourtney-kardashian-and-scott-disick-expecting-a-sister-for-son-mason_1296490 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/its-a-girl-kourtney-kardashian-and-scott-disick-expecting-a-sister-for-son-mason_1296490 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/its-a-girl-kourtney-kardashian-and-scott-disick-expecting-a-sister-for-son-mason_1296490"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/kourtney_kardashian_150212/kourtney-kardashian-leaving-cuvee-wine-bar-in_5794978.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="It's A Girl. Kourtney Kardashian And Scott Disick Expecting A Sister For Son Mason"></a> Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick are expecting their second child and E! Online has revealed that this time, the couple will be having a daughter. Her younger sister Kim Kardashian also announced the news on her blog, with a message that... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:31:31 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/seinfelds-daniel-von-bargens-failed-suicide---actor-survives-gunshot-to-the-head_1296489 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/seinfelds-daniel-von-bargens-failed-suicide---actor-survives-gunshot-to-the-head_1296489 <p> The Seinfeld actor Daniel Von Bargen has shot himself in the head and remarkably survived the ordeal. Von Bargen is reportedly in a critical condition in an Ohio hospital after the apparent suicide attempt and TMZ have released a recording of the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:03:52 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/21-for-21---adele-buries-whitney-houstons-billboard-record_1296488 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/21-for-21---adele-buries-whitney-houstons-billboard-record_1296488 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/21-for-21---adele-buries-whitney-houstons-billboard-record_1296488"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_42_210212/adele-the-brit-awards-2012-held-at_3744217.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="21 For 21 - Adele Buries Whitney Houston's Billboard Record"></a> Following her triumphant win at the Grammys earlier this month and last night's double win at the Brit awards, Adele now has another accolade to add to her growing list. Her album, 21, has now replaced Whitney Houston's 1992 soundtrack album The... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:34:38 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/27-beatles-songs-available-as-ringtones-exclusively-on-itunes_1296487 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/27-beatles-songs-available-as-ringtones-exclusively-on-itunes_1296487 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/27-beatles-songs-available-as-ringtones-exclusively-on-itunes_1296487"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/md/ringo_starr_house_180810/beatles_2965107.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="27 Beatles Songs Available As Ringtones Exclusively On Itunes"></a> 27 BEATLES songs have now been made available for download as ringtones via iTunes. The available tracks are the same tracks that comprise the Fab Four's '1' compilation a selection of The Beatles' number one hits from the UK and USA. The album... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:09:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/helena-bonham-carter-honored-by-queen-in-front-of-children-tim-burton_1296486 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/helena-bonham-carter-honored-by-queen-in-front-of-children-tim-burton_1296486 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/helena-bonham-carter-honored-by-queen-in-front-of-children-tim-burton_1296486"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/delaunay_restaurant_150212/helena-bonham-carter-and-tim-burton-leave_3731011.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Helena Bonham Carter Honored By Queen In Front Of Children, Tim Burton"></a> Helena Bonham Carter received a much deserved Cbe at the behest of the Queen today, to commemorate the 45 year-olds work in film. Bonham Carter was accompanied to the event at Buckingham Palace in London by her husband Tim Burton as well as their two... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:03:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-singing-with-mick-jagger-is-highlight-of-blues-concert_1296485 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-singing-with-mick-jagger-is-highlight-of-blues-concert_1296485 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-singing-with-mick-jagger-is-highlight-of-blues-concert_1296485"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/md/Grinch_Ice_Sculptures_181110/barack_obama_3103655.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Barack Obama Singing With Mick Jagger Is Highlight Of Blues Concert"></a> President Barack Obama was coerced into singing a couple of lines from Robert Johnson's 'Sweet Home Chicago' by Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger at a blues music event at the White House on Tuesday (February 21, 2012). Obama was joined by... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:58:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jamie-lee-curtis-makes-rare-television-appearance-on-ncis_1296484 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jamie-lee-curtis-makes-rare-television-appearance-on-ncis_1296484 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jamie-lee-curtis-makes-rare-television-appearance-on-ncis_1296484"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/scare_foundation_011111/jamie-lee-curtis-scare-foundations-1st-annual_3586647.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jamie Lee Curtis Makes Rare Television Appearance On 'ncis'"></a> Jamie Lee Curtis made a rare acting appearance on TV last night as she reunited with her 'Freaky Friday' co-star Mark Harmon on the Cbs drama 'Ncis,' playing a potential new love interest for Harmon's character Special Agent Gibbs. The plot line... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:54:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/james-corden-recalls-moment-when-producers-demanded-he-cut-off-adele_1296483 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/james-corden-recalls-moment-when-producers-demanded-he-cut-off-adele_1296483 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/james-corden-recalls-moment-when-producers-demanded-he-cut-off-adele_1296483"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_38_210212/james-corden-the-brit-awards-2012-at_5798293.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="James Corden Recalls Moment When Producers Demanded He Cut Off Adele"></a> James Corden, the host of last night' Brit awards has spoken to Radio 5 live about the moment when he was forced to interrupt Adele's thank you speech. In a relatively drama-free awards ceremony, the most-talked about moment of this year's Brit awards... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:46:06 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/weinstein-to-appeal-rating-for-bully-doc_1296480 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/weinstein-to-appeal-rating-for-bully-doc_1296480 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/weinstein-to-appeal-rating-for-bully-doc_1296480"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/weinstein_bafta_party_departs_130212/guest-leaving-harvey-weinsteins-orange-british-academy_3726969.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Weinstein To Appeal Rating For Bully Doc"></a> Harvey Weinstein, co-chairman of the Weinstein Co., plans to fight the R rating meted out to the Lee Hirsch documentary Bully , which deals with what the filmmaker calls the bullying crisis in American schools that has scarred the lives of countless... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:46:20 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lin-drawing-massive-ratings-for-msg-channel_1296481 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lin-drawing-massive-ratings-for-msg-channel_1296481 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lin-drawing-massive-ratings-for-msg-channel_1296481"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/whitney_houston_funeral_2_190212/whitney-houstons-casket-the-funeral-of-whitney_5796775.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Lin Drawing Massive Ratings For Msg Channel"></a> The MSG Network scored its highest ratings in history on Friday and Monday, all seemingly the courtesy of New York Knicks sensation Jeremy Lin. Friday's telecast (Knicks vs. Hornets) drew 541,000 viewers, while Sunday's chalked up 783,000. According... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:46:25 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-news-corp-nears-big-settlement-with-uk-singer_1296482 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-news-corp-nears-big-settlement-with-uk-singer_1296482 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-news-corp-nears-big-settlement-with-uk-singer_1296482"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/late_late_show_celebs_171211/charlotte-church-celebrities-outside-the-rte-studios_3659699.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Report News Corp Nears Big Settlement With U.K. Singer"></a> The manager of British singer Charlotte Church has denied a Financial Times report that she has settled her invasion-of-privacy lawsuit against News International, the parent of the now-defunct News of the World for 500,000 (about $750,000). Of six... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:45:05 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/pirate-bay-looking-at-alternative-to-bittorent_1296477 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/pirate-bay-looking-at-alternative-to-bittorent_1296477 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/pirate-bay-looking-at-alternative-to-bittorent_1296477"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/keep_memory_alive_2_200212/common-keep-memory-alive-power-of-love_5797214.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Pirate Bay Looking At Alternative To Bittorent"></a> After finding that The Pirate Bay violates British copyright laws on a massive scale, the high court in London on Monday will presumably order ISPs in the UK to block the BitTorrent site. Anticipating that action, The Pirate Bay has posted a message... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:45:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ncis-fells-american-idol_1296478 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ncis-fells-american-idol_1296478 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ncis-fells-american-idol_1296478"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/lee_dewyze_250911/american_idol_5727009.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Ncis Fells American Idol"></a> For the first time, a regularly scheduled entertainment show has knocked American Idol off its perch at the top of the Nielsen ratings chart as the most-viewed show among total adults. According to final figures, NCIS , now in its ninth season on CBS... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:45:51 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-uggie-to-appear-at-oscars-after-all_1296479 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-uggie-to-appear-at-oscars-after-all_1296479 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/report-uggie-to-appear-at-oscars-after-all_1296479"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/hollywood_celebs_200112/billy-crystal-and-friends-leave-nate-n_3692339.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Report Uggie To Appear At Oscars After All"></a> A week after a report by Reuters claimed that Uggie was being snubbed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (no invitation to the red carpet or to the theater itself) and denied rumors that he would appear in a sketch with Billy... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:44:43 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/netflix-facing-new-challenge-from-comcast_1296476 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/netflix-facing-new-challenge-from-comcast_1296476 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/netflix-facing-new-challenge-from-comcast_1296476"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/md/comcast_entertainment_group_TCA_cocktail_reception_060111/comcast_3157015.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Netflix Facing New Challenge From Comcast"></a> As if Netflix didn't have enough problems on its hands, it learned on Tuesday that Comcast, the nation's largest cable service, plans to launch its own streaming service, offering, like Netflix, mostly TV reruns and older movies. The name for the service... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:31:42 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/why-did-aretha-franklin-pass-on-whitney-houston-funeral_1296475 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/why-did-aretha-franklin-pass-on-whitney-houston-funeral_1296475 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/why-did-aretha-franklin-pass-on-whitney-houston-funeral_1296475"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/whitney_houston_funeral_190212/whitney-houstons-casket-the-funeral-of-whitney_5796769.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Why Did Aretha Franklin Pass On Whitney Houston Funeral?"></a> Amidst the furore and media reports surrounding Bobby Brown storming out of the Whitney Houston funeral on Saturday (February 18, 2012), Aretha Franklin's no-show seems to have been glossed over. Prior to the memorial service, Aretha's... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:25:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lindsay-lohan-looks-a-million-dollars-at-positive-court-hearing_1296474 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lindsay-lohan-looks-a-million-dollars-at-positive-court-hearing_1296474 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lindsay-lohan-looks-a-million-dollars-at-positive-court-hearing_1296474"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/weinstein_company_globes_party_160112/lindsay-lohan-the-69th-annual-golden-globe_3687011.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Lindsay Lohan Looks A Million Dollars At Positive Court Hearing"></a> As expected Lindsay Lohan was given a glittering appraisal by Judge Stephanie Sautner at her probation hearing in Los Angeles on Wednesday morning (February 22, 2012). The actress arrived at the court-house early, donning a tan-colored trench coat,... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:09:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/eva-longoria-and-kal-penn-to-serve-on-obamas-re-election-campaign_1296468 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/eva-longoria-and-kal-penn-to-serve-on-obamas-re-election-campaign_1296468 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/eva-longoria-and-kal-penn-to-serve-on-obamas-re-election-campaign_1296468"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/eva_longoria_black_and_white_310112/eva-longoria-black-amp-white-ball-honoring_5787952.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Eva Longoria And Kal Penn To Serve On Obama's Re-election Campaign"></a> Actors Eva Longoria and Kal Penn have been selected to serve as national co-chairs on U.S. President Barack Obama's re-election campaign.The American politician first took office four years ago and now, with the 2012 presidential election... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:09:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tyler-perry-gets-pilots-licence-so-he-can-fly-off-to-the-bahamas_1296469 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tyler-perry-gets-pilots-licence-so-he-can-fly-off-to-the-bahamas_1296469 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tyler-perry-gets-pilots-licence-so-he-can-fly-off-to-the-bahamas_1296469"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/good_deeds_150212/tyler-perry-lionsgates-good-deeds-premiere-held_3731043.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Tyler Perry Gets Pilot's Licence So He Can Fly Off To The Bahamas"></a> Actor Tyler Perry has obtained a pilot's licence so he can personally fly his pals to his private island in the Bahamas.The Madea's Family Reunion funnyman purchased his own getaway in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean a few years ago, but getting... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:09:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/hines-ward-sentenced-to-80-hours-of-community-service_1296470 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/hines-ward-sentenced-to-80-hours-of-community-service_1296470 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/hines-ward-sentenced-to-80-hours-of-community-service_1296470"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/race_to_erase_010511/hines-ward-kym-johnson_3319514.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Hines Ward Sentenced To 80 Hours Of Community Service"></a> American football star and past Super Bowl hero Hines Ward has been sentenced to 80 hours of community service for driving drunk last year (11).The Dancing With the Stars champion was taken into custody and charged with driving under the influence... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:09:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/karate-trained-lynn-collins-struggled-not-to-hurt-john-carter-co-stars_1296471 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/karate-trained-lynn-collins-struggled-not-to-hurt-john-carter-co-stars_1296471 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/karate-trained-lynn-collins-struggled-not-to-hurt-john-carter-co-stars_1296471"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/tiff_ten_year_premiere_130911/lynn-collins_3508131.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Karate-trained Lynn Collins Struggled 'not To Hurt' John Carter Co-stars"></a> Actress Lynn Collins struggled to hold back while filming fight scenes for new Disney epic John Carter because her childhood karate training made it a "real challenge" not to "hurt people".The X-Men Origins Wolverine star's parents were keen... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:03:42 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mick-jagger-and-barack-obama-party-at-blues-concert_1296452 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mick-jagger-and-barack-obama-party-at-blues-concert_1296452 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mick-jagger-and-barack-obama-party-at-blues-concert_1296452"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/mick_jagger_1296452.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Mick Jagger And Barack Obama Party At Blues Concert"></a> Mick Jagger and Barack Obama have partied together at a blues concert. The Rolling Stones frontman performed at the gig in the East Room of the White House which was attended by blues stars of the past, present and future, as well as the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:58:17 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/odds-on-meryl-streep-winning-best-actress-at-the-oscars-fall-dramatically_1296451 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/odds-on-meryl-streep-winning-best-actress-at-the-oscars-fall-dramatically_1296451 <p> As the Academy Of Motion Pictures And Sciences approach, there may be more surprising winners than first thought. Silent movie The Artist looks set to sweep the board once again, with nominations in the Best Actor Best Film and Best Director... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:36:31 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-brit-awards-gesture-why-britain-turned-a-blind-eye_1296449 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-brit-awards-gesture-why-britain-turned-a-blind-eye_1296449 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adeles-brit-awards-gesture-why-britain-turned-a-blind-eye_1296449"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_42_210212/adele-the-brit-awards-2012-held-at_3744217.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Adele's Brit Awards Gesture: Why Britain Turned A Blind-eye"></a> After a triumphant night at the Grammy awards, photos of Adele began to circulate, cradling her six gramophone-shaped awards in her arms like newborn babies. Earlier that night, her performance of 'Rolling in the Deep' had the entire audience on... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:30:45 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-on-007_1296448 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-on-007_1296448 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-on-007_1296448"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/skyfall_041111/sam-mendes-michael-g-wilson-barbara-broccoli_3592269.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Sam Mendes On 007"></a> Skyfall director Sam Mendes has released a video blog from the set of the new James Bond movie, giving fans an insight into the shooting of the film. As well as seeing glimpses of interesting scenes, Mendes also gave his reason for directing a Bond... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:18:43 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jason-zimmerman-melissa-rivers-how-she-discovered-his-online-habit_1296446 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jason-zimmerman-melissa-rivers-how-she-discovered-his-online-habit_1296446 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jason-zimmerman-melissa-rivers-how-she-discovered-his-online-habit_1296446"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/nbc_today_show_301011/l-r-melissa-rivers-amy-robach-lester_3584051.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jason Zimmerman, Melissa Rivers: How She Discovered His Online Habit"></a> Melissa Rivers recently separated from her partner Jason Zimmerman and has discovered that he has been trolling the internet for sex. In the latest episode of the reality show that Melissa shares with her mother, Joan Rivers, she makes sure that... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:15:17 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/john-leguizamo-to-play-del-boy-in-american-remake-of-only-fools-and-horses_1296445 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/john-leguizamo-to-play-del-boy-in-american-remake-of-only-fools-and-horses_1296445 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/john-leguizamo-to-play-del-boy-in-american-remake-of-only-fools-and-horses_1296445"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/one_for_the_money_2_250112/actor-john-leguizamo-at-the-one-for_3698742.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="John Leguizamo To Play Del Boy In American Remake Of Only Fools And Horses"></a> John Leguizamo is set to play Del Boy in the upcoming American pilot of the popular BBC comedy, Only Fools and Horses. The One For The Money actor will be taking on the iconic role that was made famous by Sir David Jason. Only Fools and... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:23:57 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/florence-and-the-machine-to-join-stone-roses-at-t-in-the-park-2012_1296443 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/florence-and-the-machine-to-join-stone-roses-at-t-in-the-park-2012_1296443 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/florence-and-the-machine-to-join-stone-roses-at-t-in-the-park-2012_1296443"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/ma/gq_awards_inside_030908/mani_of_the_stone_roses_2056527.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Florence And The Machine To Join Stone Roses At T In The Park 2012"></a> Following the announcement that The Stone Roses were set to headline T IN THE PARK Festival this year, the organisers have revealed a number of acts set to play at the three day event in Balado, Scotland, building up to the big reveal on February... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:03:09 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tom-wilkinson-talks-lone-ranger-role_1296424 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tom-wilkinson-talks-lone-ranger-role_1296424 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/tom-wilkinson-talks-lone-ranger-role_1296424"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/tom_wilkinson_1296424.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Tom Wilkinson Talks Lone Ranger Role "></a> Tom Wilkinson's 'The Lone Ranger' villain will ''start out nice''. The British actor is tipped to play Latham Cole, a villainous railroad tycoon in the Gore Verbinski-directed movie - starring Johnny Depp - and although he refused to confirm... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:03:09 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/guillermo-del-toro-to-produce-day-of-the-dead_1296425 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/guillermo-del-toro-to-produce-day-of-the-dead_1296425 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/guillermo-del-toro-to-produce-day-of-the-dead_1296425"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/guillermo_del_toro_1296425.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Guillermo Del Toro To Produce Day Of The Dead"></a> Guillermo del Toro will produce CG-animated movie 'Day of the Dead'The 'Pan's Labyrinth' director joins Aaron Berger and Carina Schulze of Chatrone Inc. in the Reel FX venture, described as a tragic Romeo and Juliet-style love story that... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:01:34 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/khloe-kardashians-nervous-modelling-next-to-sisters_1296422 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/khloe-kardashians-nervous-modelling-next-to-sisters_1296422 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/khloe-kardashians-nervous-modelling-next-to-sisters_1296422"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/khloe_kardashian_1296422.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Khloe Kardashian's Nervous Modelling Next To Sisters "></a> Khloe Kardashian finds it a ''little nerve-wracking'' modelling swimwear next to her sisters. The 27-year-old star feels uncomfortable showing off her curvy figure in swimsuits and lingerie alongside siblings Kim and Kourtney while... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:01:34 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katie-hillier-becomes-red-squirrel-ambassador_1296423 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katie-hillier-becomes-red-squirrel-ambassador_1296423 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/katie-hillier-becomes-red-squirrel-ambassador_1296423"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/need_to_get_katie_hillier_1296423.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Katie Hillier Becomes Red Squirrel Ambassador "></a> Katie Hillier has been named the new celebrity ambassador for the Red Squirrel Survival Trust.The accessories designer - who has her own animal-inspired jewellery line, as well as designing handbags for Victoria Beckham, Marc Jacobs and Loewe -... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/one-direction-announce-2013-uk-and-ireland-tour_1296420 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/one-direction-announce-2013-uk-and-ireland-tour_1296420 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/one-direction-announce-2013-uk-and-ireland-tour_1296420"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/one_direction_1296420.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="One Direction Announce 2013 Uk And Ireland Tour"></a> One Direction have announced their 2013 UK and Ireland tour. The boy band - who took home the British Single prize at the BRIT Awards last night (21.02.12) for their 2011 hit 'What Makes You Beautiful' - have planned 15 gigs, which will begin... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-inspired-by-clapton_1296421 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-inspired-by-clapton_1296421 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-inspired-by-clapton_1296421"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/ed_sheeran_1296421.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Ed Sheeran Inspired By Clapton "></a> Ed Sheeran was inspired to play the guitar by Eric Clapton.The 'Lego House' singer - who won two BRIT Awards at last night's (21.02.12) ceremony - says he decided to learn to play the musical instrument after seeing the 'Wonderful Tonight'... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:56:59 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-obsessed-by-justin-therouxs-break-dancing_1296419 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-obsessed-by-justin-therouxs-break-dancing_1296419 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-obsessed-by-justin-therouxs-break-dancing_1296419"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/jennifer_aniston_1296419.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jennifer Aniston Obsessed By Justin Theroux's Break Dancing"></a> Justin Theroux has revealed his girlfriend Jennifer Aniston is ''obsessed'' with his break dancing. The 'Friends' actress has been keen to get the 'Wanderlust' actor - who she has been dating since last year - to breakdance for her ever since... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:40:26 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-gets-lego-brit_1296415 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-gets-lego-brit_1296415 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/ed-sheeran-gets-lego-brit_1296415"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/ed_sheerans_lego_brit_1296415.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Ed Sheeran Gets Lego Brit"></a> Ed Sheeran was given a BRIT Award made out of Lego last night (21.02.12) following his double win at the ceremony.The 'Lego House' singer took home the prizes for British Male Solo Artist and Best British Breakthrough and following his triumph,... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:32:49 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/the-scream-smashes-auction-valuation-record---80-million_1296412 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/the-scream-smashes-auction-valuation-record---80-million_1296412 <p> Edvard Munch's haunting painting 'The Scream' will go under the hammer at Sotheby's in New York on May 2, 2012, with the auctioneer putting a value of $80 million on the work - the highest pre-sale value in history, reports Reuters. The 1895 piece... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:51:07 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-williams-elevlyn-lozada-in-basketball-wives-fight_1296409 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-williams-elevlyn-lozada-in-basketball-wives-fight_1296409 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-williams-elevlyn-lozada-in-basketball-wives-fight_1296409"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/rally_for_kids_030511/evelyn-lozada_3322482.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jennifer Williams, Elevlyn Lozada In Basketball Wives Fight"></a> Jennifer Williams and Evelyn Lozada were involved in a heated fight on the season four premiere episode of Vh1's Basketball Wives on Monday evening (February 20, 2012). A feud between the pair had begun on the season finale of season three, when... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:40:27 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/2012-oscar-predictions-who-will-scoop-this-years-prizes_1296407 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/2012-oscar-predictions-who-will-scoop-this-years-prizes_1296407 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/2012-oscar-predictions-who-will-scoop-this-years-prizes_1296407"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/bafta_arrivals_36_130212/jean-dujardin-the-orange-british-academy-film_5793316.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="2012 Oscar Predictions: Who Will Scoop This Year's Prizes?"></a> The 2012 Oscars are almost upon us, with several categories nicely poised, and others already looking like foregone conclusions. The critics have had their say, but it's down the all-important Academy voters to decide who walks away with a share of... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:32:03 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/marie-colvin-sunday-times-correspondent-killed-in-syria_1296406 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/marie-colvin-sunday-times-correspondent-killed-in-syria_1296406 <p> Marie Colvin, the Sunday Times war correspondent, has been killed in Homs, Syria, it has been confirmed today (February 22, 2012). The French photo journalist Remi Ochlik has also died in the same incident, according to the French government. A... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:30:17 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mario-puzo-estate-on-godfather-lawsuit-absolute-baloney_1296405 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mario-puzo-estate-on-godfather-lawsuit-absolute-baloney_1296405 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mario-puzo-estate-on-godfather-lawsuit-absolute-baloney_1296405"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/me/tiff_twixt_photocall_120911/francis-ford-coppola-francis-ford-coppola_5718431.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Mario Puzo Estate On Godfather Lawsuit: Absolute Baloney"></a> Paramount Pictures are trying to put the kibosh on the release of a new Godfather-related novel from Mario Puzo estate. The New York Post have reported that the film company have claimed that the novel would violate the copyright agreement that they... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:28:21 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/bobbi-kristina-twitter-mystery-tweeter-takes-over-account_1296404 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/bobbi-kristina-twitter-mystery-tweeter-takes-over-account_1296404 <p> Twitter followers concerned about the well-being of Bobbi Kristina following the funeral of her mother Whitney Houston on Saturday have been left confused after the 18 year-old's Twitter account was apparently deactivated and has now been taken over... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:20:33 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/anna-calvi-playing-at-end-of-the-road-festival-2012_1296401 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/anna-calvi-playing-at-end-of-the-road-festival-2012_1296401 <p> The End Of The Road Festival have announced sixteen more acts joining the line-up, which already consists of The Antlers First Aid Kit and headliners Tindersticks. Anna Calvi Francois And The Atlas Mountains and Perfume Genius are just three of... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:00:12 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/macs-marilyn-monroe-collection_1296380 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/macs-marilyn-monroe-collection_1296380 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/macs-marilyn-monroe-collection_1296380"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/michelle_williams_as_marilyn_1296380.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Mac's Marilyn Monroe Collection "></a> MAC Cosmetics are paying tribute to Marilyn Monroe with a new make-up collection.The look of the iconic beauty - who was recently portrayed by Michelle Williams in movie 'My Week with Marilyn' - will be represented by a limited edition... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:00:12 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-loves-affordable-marni-for-hampm_1296381 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-loves-affordable-marni-for-hampm_1296381 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-loves-affordable-marni-for-hampm_1296381"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/drew_barrymore_1296381.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Drew Barrymore Loves Affordable Marni For Handamp;m"></a> Drew Barrymore is a huge fan of Marni for HandM.The 'Going The Distance' actress loves the stylish pieces created by Marni designer Consuelo Castiglioni for the high street store but says the best thing about them is their reasonable... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:00:12 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/samantha-cameron-hosts-lfw-party_1296382 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/samantha-cameron-hosts-lfw-party_1296382 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/samantha-cameron-hosts-lfw-party_1296382"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/anna_wintour_arrives_for_party_1296382.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Samantha Cameron Hosts Lfw Party "></a> Samantha Cameron hosted a cocktail party at Downing Street yesterday (21.02.12) to mark the end of London Fashion Week.Samantha - wife of British Prime Minister David Cameron - used the glamorous event to speak of the importance of British... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:28:00 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/rihanna-and-chris-brown-collaboration-leads-to-fears-over-possible-romantic-reunion_1296378 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/rihanna-and-chris-brown-collaboration-leads-to-fears-over-possible-romantic-reunion_1296378 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/rihanna-and-chris-brown-collaboration-leads-to-fears-over-possible-romantic-reunion_1296378"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/rihanna_mahiki_2_220212/rihanna-leaving-mahiki-nightclub-shortly-before-4am_3743816.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Rihanna And Chris Brown Collaboration Leads To Fears Over Possible Romantic Reunion"></a> Rihanna and Chris Brown's collaboration on the remix of the former's new single 'Birthday Cake' has caused ructions around the world, with many fearing the consequences of the two worldwide known figures getting back together following the... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:10:17 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-talks-nudity-and-drugs-ahead-of-wanderlust-release_1296377 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-talks-nudity-and-drugs-ahead-of-wanderlust-release_1296377 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jennifer-aniston-talks-nudity-and-drugs-ahead-of-wanderlust-release_1296377"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/wanderlust_world_premiere_200212/jennifer-aniston-at-the-wanderlust-world-premiere_3739616.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jennifer Aniston Talks Nudity And Drugs Ahead Of 'wanderlust' Release"></a> Jennifer Aniston really seems to have been getting in touch with her wild side during the filming and run-up to the release of her latest film 'Wanderlust.' The movie hits cinemas in the US this Friday and focuses on her and her partner - played by... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/joe-manganiello-happy-with-true-blood-naked-scenes_1296372 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/joe-manganiello-happy-with-true-blood-naked-scenes_1296372 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/joe-manganiello-happy-with-true-blood-naked-scenes_1296372"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/joe_manganiello_1296372.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Joe Manganiello Happy With True Blood Naked Scenes"></a> 'True Blood' star Joe Manganiello is happy to bare all for the show. The 35-year-old star plays werewolf Alcide Herveaux in the HBO series and has no problem with revealing his butt when he transforms from occult animal to human because he thinks... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/paula-abdul-pays-900k-damages_1296373 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/paula-abdul-pays-900k-damages_1296373 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/paula-abdul-pays-900k-damages_1296373"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/paul_abdul_1296373.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Paula Abdul Pays 900k Damages"></a> Paula Abdul has agreed to pay $900,000 damages to a woman who was injured on her driveway.The former 'X Factor' judge was sued in 2009 by Jill Kohl, who alleged she fell over in the grounds of her Los Angeles home during taping of the former... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mel-cs-madonna-nerves_1296374 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mel-cs-madonna-nerves_1296374 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/mel-cs-madonna-nerves_1296374"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/mel_c_1296374.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Mel C's Madonna Nerves"></a> Mel C is ''useless'' around Madonna because she is such a fan.The former Spice Girl has met her musical idol numerous times and even enjoyed a memorable dinner with her but Mel admitted she gets nervous in the 'Girls Gone Wild' singer's... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/chris-brown-challenged-to-fight-by-wrestler-cm-punk_1296375 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/chris-brown-challenged-to-fight-by-wrestler-cm-punk_1296375 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/chris-brown-challenged-to-fight-by-wrestler-cm-punk_1296375"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/chris_brown_1296375.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Chris Brown Challenged To Fight By Wrestler Cm Punk "></a> Chris Brown has been challenged to a no-holds barred fight for charity by wrestler CM Punk.The 'Deuces' singer and the WWE champion have become embroiled in a war of words after the grappler took to his twitter account and said he wanted to... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:00:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jack-osbournes-dog-dies_1296376 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jack-osbournes-dog-dies_1296376 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/jack-osbournes-dog-dies_1296376"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/jack_osbourne_1296376.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Jack Osbourne's Dog Dies"></a> Jack Osbourne's dog has died.The 'Adrenalin Junkie' star is devastated by the loss of his ''best friend'', 12-year-old Bulldog Lola, who passed away yesterday (21.02.12).He tweeted ''Lola you were the best friend anyone could ever have.... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:33:28 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/blur-cap-brits-award-with-greatest-hits-set_1296371 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/blur-cap-brits-award-with-greatest-hits-set_1296371 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/blur-cap-brits-award-with-greatest-hits-set_1296371"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_39_210212/blur-2012-brit-awards-held-at-the_3743541.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Blur Cap Brits Award With Greatest Hits Set"></a> Blur were awarded the Outstanding Contribution to Music at the BRIT Awards last night and capped their acceptance with a five song greatest hits set that focused on the group's mid-to-late 90s boom period of success, when they achieved four UK... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:10:16 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-back-on-singing-form-as-the-blues-recognised-in-the-white-house_1296370 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-back-on-singing-form-as-the-blues-recognised-in-the-white-house_1296370 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/barack-obama-back-on-singing-form-as-the-blues-recognised-in-the-white-house_1296370"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/md/Grinch_Ice_Sculptures_181110/barack_obama_3103655.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Barack Obama Back On Singing Form As The Blues Recognised In The White House"></a> President Barack Obama just can't resist a good sing along these days, so it would seem. It was widely reported that he recently belted out a line of Al Green's 'Let's Stay Together' at a public event in New York, and last night he was at it again in... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:05:41 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/kylie-minogue-planning-dannii-duet_1296369 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/kylie-minogue-planning-dannii-duet_1296369 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/kylie-minogue-planning-dannii-duet_1296369"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/kylie_minogue_1296369.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Kylie Minogue Planning Dannii Duet"></a> Kylie Minogue will duet with her sister Dannii on her next album.The 43-year-old singer is planning to release a new record in 2013 and wants to line up a string of star-studded collaborations, including with her younger sibling.She... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:00:12 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-skyfall-apprenticeship_1296367 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-skyfall-apprenticeship_1296367 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/sam-mendes-skyfall-apprenticeship_1296367"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/sam_mendes_1296367.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Sam Mendes' Skyfall Apprenticeship "></a> Sam Mendes' previous directorial experience has been an ''apprenticeship'' to making 'Skyfall'.The 46-year-old filmmaker - who has previously made movies including 'American Beauty' and 'Jarhead' - is having his first experience of making a... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:00:12 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/josh-duhamel-to-star-in-scenic-route_1296368 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/josh-duhamel-to-star-in-scenic-route_1296368 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/josh-duhamel-to-star-in-scenic-route_1296368"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/josh_duhamel_1296368.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Josh Duhamel To Star In Scenic Route"></a> Josh Duhamel will star in 'Scenic Route'. The 'Life As We Know It' actor is set to team up with Dan Fogler in the movie about two former college friends who become stranded in the desert while on a road trip. As they worry rescuers will never... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:50:35 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-cut-off-during-brit-awards-acceptance-speech_1296366 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-cut-off-during-brit-awards-acceptance-speech_1296366 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/adele-cut-off-during-brit-awards-acceptance-speech_1296366"><img src="http://www.contactmusic.com/pics/mf/brits_arrivals_38_210212/adele-the-brit-awards-2012-at-the_5798355.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Adele Cut-off During Brit Awards Acceptance Speech"></a> Adele won two of the three categories she was nominated in at the BRIT Awards last night, but the star might've finished the evening feeling slightly disenchanted with her home land after she was cut-off midway through a speech enthusing about how... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lea-michele-is-dating-cory-monteith_1296361 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lea-michele-is-dating-cory-monteith_1296361 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/lea-michele-is-dating-cory-monteith_1296361"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/cory_monteith_and_lea_michele_1296361.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Lea Michele Is Dating Cory Monteith"></a> Lea Michele and Cory Monteith are reportedly dating. The 'Glee' co-stars - who play onscreen couple Rachel Berry and Finn Hudson in the musical TV drama series - were spotted enjoying Valentine's Day (14.02.12) together at Los Angeles eatery... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/michael-bubles-bad-boy-past_1296362 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/michael-bubles-bad-boy-past_1296362 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/michael-bubles-bad-boy-past_1296362"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/michael_buble_1296362.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Michael Buble's Bad Boy Past "></a> Michael Buble has opened up about his bad boy past. The 'Cry Me A River' singer is known for his mellow music but Michael admitted he has a wild past which includes getting kicked out of a basketball game in Canada for fighting and being thrown... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/peter-andre-flies-to-australia-to-support-sick-brother_1296363 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/peter-andre-flies-to-australia-to-support-sick-brother_1296363 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/peter-andre-flies-to-australia-to-support-sick-brother_1296363"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/peter_andre_1296363.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Peter Andre Flies To Australia To Support Sick Brother"></a> Peter Andre has rushed to Australia after learning his older brother has stomach cancer.The 38-year-old singer flew Down Under and went straight to the hospital after discovering his 52-year-old brother Andrew Andre had been diagnosed with... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-wants-tasteful-wedding-dress_1296364 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-wants-tasteful-wedding-dress_1296364 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/drew-barrymore-wants-tasteful-wedding-dress_1296364"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/drew_barrymore_and_will_kopelman_1296364.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Drew Barrymore Wants 'tasteful' Wedding Dress "></a> Drew Barrymore wants a ''tasteful'' wedding dress. The 37-year-old actress announced her engagement to art consultant Will Kopelman at the beginning of the year, and while plans for the big day are yet to be finalised, Drew knows what type of... </p> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:04 +0000 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/brooke-mueller-to-undergo-further-drug-treatment_1296365 http://www.contactmusic.com/news/brooke-mueller-to-undergo-further-drug-treatment_1296365 <p><a href="http://www.contactmusic.com/news/brooke-mueller-to-undergo-further-drug-treatment_1296365"><img src="http://images.contactmusic.com/newsimages/brooke_mueller_1296365.jpg" width="100" border="0" align="right" hspace="15" vspace="5" alt="Brooke Mueller To Undergo Further Drug Treatment"></a> Brooke Mueller is to undergo an ''aggressive'' outpatient programme as part of her drug addiction treatment.The real estate agent - who has two-year-old twins Bob and Max with ex-husband Charlie Sheen - has spent two months in a... </p>