Playboy’s Hugh Hefner engaged to 24-year-old former playmate
December 28, 2010
Who says May-Miss December romances don’t work?
Hugh Hefner, the 84-year-old Viagra-popping founder of Playboy, is tying the knot for the third time.
This time the lucky gal is 24-year-old Crystal Harris, December 2009 playmate of the month.
“When I gave Crystal the ring, she burst into tears,” Hefner posted on his Twitter account. “This is the happiest Christmas weekend in memory.”
Little Fockers tops US holiday box office chart
December 27, 2010
The third film in the Fockers franchise has made its debut at number one in the North America office over the Christmas period, studio estimates show.
The movie, which stars Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller, took $34m (£22m) during the three-day period, ahead of the Coen Brothers’ True Grit.
Gulliver’s Travels took $7.2m (£4.6m) over two days in fewer cinemas, landing in a modest seventh spot.
Gayle King talks Oprah, lesbian rumors
December 26, 2010
Oprah Winfrey wasn’t the only one moved to tears as she told Barbara Walters about her friendship with Gayle King. King admits that she, too, found herself bawling because of her BFF.
Singer-songwriter Teena Marie dies at 54
December 26, 2010
(CNN) — Teena Marie, a celebrated R&B singer-songwriter, was found dead Sunday at her California home, her manager said.
Born Mary Christine Brockert in Santa Monica, California, the 54-year-old artist famously paired with late funk legend Rick James and was nominated four times for a Grammy Award, according to her official website.
Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds file for divorce
December 26, 2010
Hollywood actors Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds have filed for divorce in Los Angeles citing irreconcilable differences, court records show.
Country duo Sugarland settle with former member
November 15, 2010
Award-winning country duo Sugarland have reached an agreement with former member Kristen Hall who sued them for an estimated $14m (£8.7m) in profits.
Founding member Ms Hall claimed she was owed one-third of the band’s profits despite quitting in December 2005.
Lady Gaga scoops MTV Europe awards trio
November 8, 2010
Lady Gaga has bagged three prizes at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Madrid, including best female and best song for her hit Bad Romance.
Fellow artists Katy Perry and Justin Bieber were also winners on a night dominated by US stars, with UK artists failing to convert their nominations.
New Zealanders rally behind Hobbit shoot
October 25, 2010
Thousands of New Zealanders have taken to their streets to protest against possible plans to move production of Peter Jackson’s Hobbit films elsewhere.
The demonstrators hoped to reassure Hollywood studio executives as they decide whether the Lord of the Rings prequels should be shot in the country.
Gwyneth Paltrow to sing at country awards
October 23, 2010
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow will sing at next month’s Country Music Association Awards.
The star will sing the title track of her new movie Country Strong and will be joined by Vince Gill.
Dancing With The Stars to feature same-sex couple
October 21, 2010
Israel’s version of Dancing With The Stars is to include the show’s first ever same-sex couple in the new series.
TV presenter Gili Shem Tov, who has a female partner in real life, said dancing with another woman felt “natural” to her.