Beyonce wants to make movie on her dadOctober 7th, 2009 LONDON - Pop singer Beyonce Knowles is so impressed with her dad's past that she wants to make a movie about his "childhood and school years". According to contactmusic.com, her father Matthew Knowles had left his job as a salesman to help his daughter and her bandmates to stardom.
Beyonce cycles to unwindOctober 6th, 2009 LONDON - American singer Beyonce Knowles says she has taken to riding a bicycle to travel around cities when she is away on tour and that she enjoys the anonymity being on two wheels gives her. "It's amazing how I'm able to ride around on a bike.
Bruno Banned In MalaysiaSeptember 28th, 2009 British funnyman SACHA BARON COHEN's movie BRUNO has been banned by authorities in Malaysia because it depicts "gay life". The outrageous film, starring Cohen as gay Austrian fashionista Bruno, was a success in the U.S.
'Beyonce's Malay gig won't be stopped if conditions met'September 27th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - Beyonce Knowles will not be stopped from performing in Malaysia if she meets the regulations stipulated, the country's Information Communication and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim has said. The R and B lady, known for her sexy attire and seductive dancing, is expected to perform in the country on October 25 as part of her "Beyonce I Am ..." world tour.
Beyonce splashes $4k on T-shirts and denim in SydneySeptember 27th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Beyonce Knowles recently splurged 4000 dollars on denim and T-shirts during her visit to Sydney. The singer reportedly purchased a T-shirt with the quote: "Nobody Gives A S**t" apart from a stonewashed denim jumpsuit.
Fergie Sticks To Dress Code For Malaysia GigSeptember 25th, 2009 BLACK EYED PEAS' frontwoman FERGIE respected the strict rules of Malaysia's Muslim population by covering up during a gig in Kuala Lumpur on Friday (25Sep09). The country's government initially banned Muslim citizens from attending the Boom Boom Pow hitmakers' gig at a theme park as it was sponsored by Irish alcohol giant Guinness.
'Sexy' Beyonce promotes hedonism, says Malay partySeptember 24th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - A Malay conservative party has slammed Beyonce Knowles' upcoming concert in the country, saying the singer promotes hedonism with her 'sexy image'. Ahmad Sabki, Pas Youth's vice-chief, said they were opposed to Western entertainment such as that of the R and B lady, known for her sexy attire and seductive dancing, in Malaysia.
Beyonce Blasted Over Malaysian ConcertSeptember 21st, 2009 BEYONCE is facing controversy for scheduling a concert in Malaysia - just two years after she was forced to cancel a show in the country following protest threats. The Crazy In Love hitmaker is taking to the stage in Kuala Lumpur in October (09) as part of her I Am...
Beyonce to finally perform in Malaysia next monthSeptember 19th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - Beyonce Knowles is all set to perform in Kuala Lumpur next month, two years after cancelling her Malaysian concert. Kuala Lumpur is one of her destinations in the 'I Am...' world tour which spans North America, Europe and Asia.
Megan Fox replaces Beyonce as new face of ArmaniSeptember 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress Megan Fox is set to replace singer Beyonce Knowles as the face of Armani as she will be seen in a new fragrance and fashion campaign. Beyonce was signed up to promote the brand's fragrance Emporio Armani Diamonds in 2007 and appeared in a major publicity drive for the scent.
Beyonce to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards; Wale to be part of house bandAugust 27th, 2009 Beyonce to perform at the MTV Video AwardsNEW YORK — Beyonce (bee-AHN'-say) is set to give a dreamy performance at the MTV Video Music Awards. MTV announced Thursday that the superstar singer will sing her latest hit, "Sweet Dreams," at the Sept.
Billboard names Beyonce as its 'Woman of the Year' for its annual women in music eventAugust 26th, 2009 Billboard names Beyonce as 'Woman of the Year'NEW YORK — The year's not even over, but Billboard already knows who its woman of the year is — Beyonce (Bee-AHN'-say). The superstar will be honored by the industry publication at its annual Women in Music event.
Beyonce taking ballet classesAugust 17th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Beyonce Knowles is brushing up her dancing skills by secretly enrolling for ballet tutorials in New York. Beyonce used Manhattan's Ailey School to rehearse for her last tour and now she has checked in for an open ballet class, reported contactmusic.com.
Beyonce helping to feed the hungryJuly 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Beyonce Knowles is fronting a new campaign to aid U.S. food banks. The stunning singer has joined forces with food brand General Mills' Hamburger Helper to launch the Show Your Helping Hand initiative to look after poverty-stricken families across America, reports Contactmusic.
Beyonce to be among BET Awards performers, along with Kanye West, Maxwell, Ne-YoJune 15th, 2009 Beyonce to be among performers at BET AwardsLOS ANGELES — Beyonce (bee-AHN'-say) will perform at the BET Awards. Show organizers say the pop star will attend the ceremony, as will her husband, Jay-Z.