Norwegian referee scoffs at Chelsea fans' threatsMay 9th, 2009 LONDON - Penalty row Norwegian referee Tom Henning Ovrebo has scoffed at Chelsea fans' death threats, insisting: "I'm not scared."
According to The Sun, the dad of three, who caused fury on Wednesday by denying the Blues four spot kicks against Barcelona, remained in hiding after being barred from returning to his home in Oslo, Norway. But in text messages, he said of the threats: "I am not shocked by this behaviour.
Girls Aloud's Sarah Harding struggling to keep up with UK tour's tiring routinesApril 27th, 2009 LONDON - Although 'Girls Aloud' singer Sarah Harding is trying her best to remain fit for the band's UK tour, she has confessed that the routines are so tiring that she is struggling to keep up with them. The blonde said that she was scared that she would black out on the first night of the 'Out Of Control' shows, because of the tiring dance routines
The singer had to take an on-stage breather during the gig at Manchester's MEN Arena on April 24, because she couldn't keep up.
Japanese pop singer apologizes for nude behaviourApril 25th, 2009 LONDON - A Japanese pop singer, arrested for public indecency, after he was found drunk and naked in a Tokyo park has apologized to his fans for his "shameful" conduct. Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, 34, who was arrested on April 23 from the park, had allegedly been sitting on the grass, undressed and heavily intoxicated from 10 glasses of Japanese rice wine and beer.
Enrique Iglesias learnt charm from dadApril 16th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Enrique Iglesias says his father Julio taught him how to charm fans. Iglesias enjoys talking to fans and posing with his female fans.
Pattinson's security trebled to protect him from 'bloodsucking' fansApril 16th, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood heartthrob Robert Pattinson's security has been trebled to protect him from besotted fans. The 22-year-old actor had to call on extra security while filming Twilight sequel New Moon - as crowds inundated the set in Canada.
Britney's fan site asked to shutMarch 28th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Britney Spears' father wants one of the pop star's top fan sites closed because it keeps breaching copyright rules by posting unauthorised photos, lyrics and videos online. Jordan Miller, the owner of BreatheHeavy.com, has been told to shut down his site after Jamie Spears took legal action against him, reported contactmusic.com.
Lily Allen throws up after boozy gig in ScotlandMarch 18th, 2009 LONDON - British singer Lily Allen was recently spotted throwing up after a gig in Scotland, the results of drinking during the show. According to MTV News, Allen, 23, had been drinking a bottle of white wine during her performance at Glasgow's O2 Academy on March 14, reports the Daily Star.
Chris Brown pulls out of Nickledeon Kid's Choice AwardsMarch 12th, 2009 LONDON - Singer Chris Brown, who was a few days ago urging young kids to vote for him, has reportedly pulled out of the Nickledeon Kid's Choice awards, after being charged with two felony counts for his alleged attack on Rihanna. Brown was nominated in the 'Favorite male singer' and 'Favorite song' categories, but enraged fans launched online petition urging organizers Nickleodeon to remove his name.
Jacko's fans desperate to obtain seats at his final gigsMarch 12th, 2009 LONDON - Pop singer Michael Jackson may be going through a rough patch due to his bankruptcy and ill health, but his fan following seems unaffected, for zillions of them are desperate to obtain seats at his final concerts. Although millions of fans are keen to attend Michael's 10 farewell concerts at London's O2 arena, only 200,000 seats will be made available.
Fans want me to die in rock'n'roll style: BonoFebruary 24th, 2009 LONDON - Bono, lead singer of Irish band U2, has revealed that some fans want him to die in an unforgettable rock'n'roll style. According to mirror.co.uk, the 48-year-old singer claims most fans want musicians to die early like Kurt Cobain and John Lennon as it adds an aura of mystique.
Rihanna puts on brave face after attack, thanks fansFebruary 22nd, 2009 LONDON - Singer Rihanna has put on a brave face in her first public outing since ex-boyfriend Chris Brown allegedly attacked her almost two weeks ago. She has also thanked her fans for their support.
Duffy has flower named after herFebruary 14th, 2009 LONDON - A flower that is set to be unveiled at a horticultural show in Britain has been named after Welsh singer Duffy. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has named a flower called Duffydil, reports mirror.co.uk.
Lily Allen to perform free secret concerts across 3 continentsFebruary 11th, 2009 NEW DELHI - English singer-songwriter Lily Allen will perform three free secret shows for her fans on the MySpace social networking website across three continents - America, Europe and Asia. The singer, who has more than 449,000 friends on her MySpace Music profile, will put on exclusive and intimate concerts for her online fans in New York, Tokyo and London at no charge as a part of the multiple website's global Secret Show series, a statement from MySpace music here said.
Martin banned by producer EnoJanuary 30th, 2009 LONDON - Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin has revealed that producer Brian Enohe had banned him from the studio. According to thesun.co.uk, Martin was speaking to fans at a performance recently and said: 'The rest of the band are in the studio.
I'm just like Britney Spears: Lindsay LohanDecember 24th, 2008 LONDON - Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan has posted a message on her blog comparing herself to troubled singer Britney Spears. Thesun.co.uk reports that the troubled actress, who featured in films like 'Freaky Friday' and 'Mean Girls', praised the singer for 'just being you and still following through with your dreams.'
'I feel like Britney Spears.