Rihanna debuts new single, 'Russian Roulette,' appears nearly topless for album 'Rated R'October 20th, 2009 Rihanna releases new single; album due out in Nov.NEW YORK — Rihanna (ree-AH'-nah) is exposing her fans to more than her music with her new single, "Russian Roulette."
The singer is featured nearly topless on artwork for the song, covered only by what looks to be barbed wire. The photo fits the apparent theme for her new album, "Rated R," which is due out Nov.
Madonna throws surprise b'day bash for daughterOctober 17th, 2009 LONDON - Queen of Pop Madonna celebrated her daughter Lourdes' first birthday as a teenager by throwing a surprise party in New York. Lourdes turned 13 on Wednesday (14Oct09) and her pop star mother marked the day by gathering family and friends for a lavish bash in Manhattan, reports the Daily Express.
Mika's next venture is being boss of cartoon company!October 15th, 2009 LONDON - London-based singer Mika has revealed that if ever does quit the music industry he would definitely start a cartoon company. The 26-year-old Lebanon born singer is already planning ahead for his future.
Cheeky Jordan makes X-rated offer to Simon Cowell at 50th b'day bashOctober 12th, 2009 LONDON - Jordan a.k.a Katie Price left Simon Cowell blushing after making him an X-rated proposal at his 50th birthday bash. The glamour girl was said to have made the lewd offer Simon in front of guests including Piers Morgan, Cheryl Cole and Kate Moss.
Scarlett Johansson's wedding was surprise for her tooSeptember 30th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson, who wed actor Ryan Reynolds in a surprise ceremony in September last year, says it wasn't planned and came as a surprise for her as well. "I never really thought about getting married - it just kind of happened, people.co.uk quoted Johansson as saying.
Family films, not sex, sell at box officeSeptember 28th, 2009 MELBOURNE - Steamy scenes alone in a movie cannot pull the audience to cinema halls, for the most popular movies at the box office are those that can be watched with the entire family. M, PG and G-rated movies account for 70 per cent of this year's box office takings.
Mika in line of fire for shoplifting commentsSeptember 27th, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Mika has been slammed by a crime prevention organisation for joking about shoplifting and has been labled "irresponsible". Contactmusic.com reports, that the singer admitted in a recent interview that he has previously taken goods without paying in stores, but "just the small stuff like toys or pick 'n' mix (sweets)."
But the comments have been met with condemnations by Crimestoppers, which has branded the star "irresponsible".
Mika to moonwalk in MJ's shoesSeptember 18th, 2009 LONDON - Beirut-born singer Mika is set to fill Michael Jackson's shoes, for he has inherited the late King of Pop's designer shoes, including the ones the late superstar was to moonwalk in onstage at London's O2 Arena. The 'Thriller' hit-maker had hired Mika's good friend Christian Louboutin to design all the fancy footwear for his 'This Is It' concerts.
Amy Winehouse's surprise charity gigSeptember 18th, 2009 LONDON - Amy Winehouse recently did a surprise gig at a charity fundraiser for terminally ill children. The guests present for dinner at Rays Of Sunshine in Wrotham Park, close to her Barnet home, received a pleasant surprise when she appeared out of nowhere for a five-song set.
Boyle's bid to become modern day Hepburn with Moon River recordJuly 23rd, 2009 LONDON - Susan Boyle may well resemble a modern day version of Audrey Hepburn with her recording of hit "Breakfast At Tiffanys" track "Moon River". The Britain's Got Talent star is reportedly half done recording her debut album that includes the 1961 Oscar winning number.
Madonna was planning surprise appearance at Jackson showJune 26th, 2009 LONDON - Pop diva Madonna was making plans to take to the stage for a one-off performance with pop legend Michael Jackson at his London shows at the O2 Arena. Jackson died Thursday after a heart attack.
Beyonce, George Michael perform duet for London fansJune 11th, 2009 LONDON - R and B superstar Beyonce Knowles and pop legend George Michael gave fans a surprise by serenading them with an unlikely duet. The "Irreplaceable" hit-maker wrapped the European leg of her "I Am" tour in the British capital's O2 Arena this week, reports Contactmusic.
Report: Joe Montana's son gives verbal commitment to play at Washington in 2010June 10th, 2009 Report: Joe Montana's son headed to WashingtonSEATTLE — The Seattle Times reports that the son of former NFL great Joe Montana has decided to play football at Washington. Nick Montana, from Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village, Calif., is rated among the top quarterbacks in the class of 2010.
Mena Suvari strips again for X-rated flickMay 14th, 2009 LONDON - Mena Suvari, who once appeared in 'American Pie', has stripped for another X-rated movie role. Suvari has again dropped her clothes in the flick 'The Mysteries Of Pittsburgh', which is set for release on DVD, reports The Sun.
Hugh Jackman booed at Wolverine's late night showMay 4th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Aussie actor Hugh Jackman was recently booed by film fans at a midnight show of his new film 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' in the US.he actor decided to go to a city cinema and surprise the audience just before the film started. "We ran the trailers as normal and then all of a sudden the lights went up and they were like, 'Boo'," Contactmusic quoted Jackman as saying.