Showbiz Gossip: 2010

Ronan Back With His Wife?

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Ronan and Yvonne KeatingRonan Keating has said nothing at all about a reunion with his wife.
But it looks like that's exactly what is happening if the latest pics of them are anything to go by.
Last we heard from the estranged pair they'd issued a formal statement confirming they were divorcing.
That was at the end of August, but now it seems times have changed. The couple have been pictured out and about in Australia looking every inch the loved-up couple.
They've even been pictured visiting a tattoo parlour together, with Yvonne clinging onto Ronan for moral support.
Later, the couple strolled hand-in-hand and even hopped aboard his big toy (his motorbike, people) to peruse the sights of Bondi beach en route.
So far there's been no official word from Ronan's people on what this all means.
The couple head to Bondi beachBut unconfirmed reports say that Yvonne flew out with their three children a few days ago to join Ronan.
The couple wed in April 1998, but they announced in May this year they were splitting: "With great sadness Ronan and Yvonne Keating today announce their separation. The separation is amicable and they will continue to work together in order to provide the best for their children. The family ask for privacy at this difficult time.'"
Hopefully, these pics are proof though that true love wins at the end of the day.

Bikini Babe Whitney

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She's young, she's beautiful and she's got a body most would envy, so it's no wonder Whitney Port is all smiles as she holidays in Hawaii.
But while the City star looks amazing now, her body has not always looked quite so fab.
Earlier this year, she was spotted looking a little too slim with her legs carrying not an ounce of excess flesh on them, but what a difference a few months can make.
Strolling along Waikiki beach in her bikini, Whitney looks in tip-top shape with the biggest of grins on her face.
Perhaps her happiness has something to do with the fact that she's there with her boyfriend, Ben Nemtin?
Either way, we think she looks great and we would be over the moon if we looked as good in our swimwear as Whitney does.

Anne Opens Up About Ex

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Anne HathawayWe all know that time is a great healer and that's certainly the case for Anne Hathaway.

She's finally in a place where she can look back and joke about her ex-boyfriend's unsavoury past.

Raffaello Follieri pleaded guilty to cheating investors out of millions of dollars by falsely claiming he had Vatican connections that enabled him to buy church property at a discount, and was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison in 2008.
Anne and Raffaello FollieriIn the November issue of Vogue, Anne was asked to name her deal-breakers when it comes to men.

She laughingly replied: "Uh... fraud?"

She opened up about the toll the split took on her, saying it has made her more wary.

"It takes a minute for me to let my guard down, but once I do and I get to know someone, I'm very open, very trusting. Some might say too trusting."
Anne with new love Adam ShulmanThe actress went on to say that trust is one of the central issues in her new film Love And Other Drugs (it also stars the hunk of love that is Jake Gyllenhaal) and how it forced her to face her demons.

"I was a wreck from start to finish. I think I cried every single day."

Happily, she's now dating actor Adam Shulman.
While Anne's split has been for the best, take a look in the gallery below at some couples we wish would rekindle their love.

Has Cheryl Lost It?

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Cheryl ColeHer sense of style, that is.
Week two of the X Factor live shows has seen Cheryl Colemake a second beauty error.
Last week, the normally faultless judge almost blinded the viewing public with her Tango-tastic fake tan.
This week, it was her brand new red tresses that drew gasps from the studio audience.
The verdict? A resounding thumbs down.
The brash hue left the star looking washed out, pale and downright under the weather.
Cheryl's hair just before the showPulled into a scraggy fishtail plait, Cheryl's new 'do has really got us talking in the Sky Showbiz office.
But it's not the first time she's experimented with rouged locks.
During last year's X Factor, she hit the bottle only to change back to brunette a mere couple of days later.
So, how long will she stick with her redhead style this time?
In our humble opinion, it's already been one weekend too long.

Kim's Ageing Threat

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Kim KardashianThe big 3-0 is a milestone that most women dread and Kim Kardashian is no different.

The reality TV star celebrated her birthday at the Tao club in Las Vegas over the weekend.
And Kim must be feeling her age as it's forced her to make a drastic decision.

"I don't know (if I'll pose nude again)," she told Us Magazine.
"I'm too old for that now. I wanted to get it all out of my system before I turned 30."

What was that? Oh, it was the sound of prepubescent boy's hearts breaking across the world.
In another chat with People, she opened up about her big birthday.

"I have mixed feelings. Sometimes I'm like, 'Oh my god, I'm turning 30,' and I'm freaking out. Like, it sounds so old. And then the other half of me is like, I feel so accomplished and it's really no different than 29."
Age ain't nothing but a number, Kim.

Dannii's Beckham Tribute

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Dannii MinogueVictoria Beckham has bagged herself yet another fashion fan.
Dannii Minogue stepped out on Saturday night's X Factorwearing one of the star's key designs.
The judge looked stunning in an asymmetric column dress from the autumn/winter 2010 collection, which has previously been worn by Mrs Beckham herself.
Writing on Twitter after the show, Dannii said: "I am loving the Victoria Beckham dress tonight - it feels beautiful on."
Victoria herself took to Twitter to express her approval: "Dannii Minogue looked so beautiful in Victoria Beckham last night."
Cheryl Cole showed off her new red tresses by wearing a simple black Azzaro jumpsuit and Miu Miu heels.

Alicia's Baby Bliss

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Alicia Keys and Swizz BeatzAlicia Keys has become a mother for the very first time.

And, as to be expected, she's more than a little excited about her new arrival.

The 29-year-old gave birth to a baby boy on Thursday in New York.

And, as seems to be the celeb way, she's opted for a slightly unusual name for her little one.

She and husband Swizz Beatz have named their son Egypt Daoud Dean.

This weekend Alicia tweeted: "There is no word to properly describe LOVE, to describe BLISS, to express a FEELING like this!!!"

"Thank U 4 your love, support and prayers!" the star added.

Swizz, whose real name is Kasseem Dean, also tweeted on Friday, saying: "I'm so thankful for everything I been blessed with in my life wowwwwww!" (sic)

That's a whole lot of joy.

Congratulations guys!
There have been not one but three new celebrity baby arrivals recently, click through the gallery below to find out who else has been in baby bliss.

David's Cheeky Ad

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David ArquetteYou wouldn't think that a video helping to raise awareness about domestic violence could be funny.

After all, a serious subject requires sensitivity and tact.

But David Arquette and his wife Courteney Cox have managed to grab a lot of attention for their anti-domestic violence campaign in the US.David Arquette

Dressed as a squirrel, David boasts how his wife likes to dress up with him for some "freaky time" before things get a little interesting in the bedroom.
The film is hilarious and sees the enthusiastic couple enjoying themselves until in walks Courteney... At which point they all remove their costume heads to see that the person David's been with is in fact comedian Jack McBrayer.

And after all the shenanigans, David says: "That's just wrong but kind of funny. Now that we've got your attention let's talk about something that's wrong but not funny at all."

He then goes on to highlight the extent of the problem in the US - where a woman is beaten by her partner every 15 seconds.

Dilemma: Natural Look

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Drew BarrymoreThis week we've got the secret to pulling off the natural look.
We've been putting your questions to celebrity make-up artist Kirstin Piggott, responsible for making the likes ofKate Moss, Lady Gaga and Victoria Beckham look beautiful.
Kirstin is Rimmel London's official make-up artist, so who better to advise us how to pull off one of this season's hottest looks?
Q: Celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Kate Moss always look like they aren’t wearing too much make-up – but they look amazing. Is it clever make-up or just good genes? I want to look like that! – Michele
It’s probably a bit of both, good genes and good make-up! The trick is to lightly apply your make-up, and enhance all your best features. Always use a foundation that gives you fresh, flawless looking skin, lightly concealing any problem areas. To pop open your eyes, curl and mascara your lashes. Then add a healthy dash of colour to your cheek using either a soft peach, pink or light matt bronzer. To finish your look wear a gorgeous nude shade lipstick or a tinted lip balm.

Rumer: Love Is In The Air

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Rumer Willis and Chord OverstreetRumer Willis may have just split up from her boyfriend of two years but she has wasted no time in getting back on the dating scene.

And what better way to get over a broken heart than to find another romance to distract you?

The 22-year-old daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, was seen holding hands and getting cosy with Glee actor Chord Overstreet.

The young stars were spotted together at a Beverly Hills party where (according to a People magazine source): "Chord was flirtatious with Rumer. They had a lot of fun."
And if this picture is anything to go by, Rumer looks very happy with her new man. And who can blame her - the tall, blonde hunk is not a bad catch.

Star's Sister In Horror Fall

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MikaThe sister of pop star Mika has been involved in a horrific 30-foot fall.

Paloma Penniman fell from a window at the top floor of her London house, where she is thought to have been sitting on the windowsill.

She fell three floors and landed on a metal fence, impaling both legs and her abdomen.

It has been reported that Mika was on the scene and called for help.

Mika's rep told us: "We can confirm that Mika's sister has had an accident. She is in hospital in a critical but stable condition. The family have asked for privacy at this time."

We wish Paloma a speedy recovery.

George Gets His Freedom

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George MichaelGeorge Michael is a free man.

The pop star has been released from prison after serving four weeks for a drug-driving offence.

George was sentenced to eight weeks in prison back on Tuesday 14th September, after being arrested in July for crashing his car into a Snappy Snaps shop while under the influence of cannabis.

Although he spent his initial days in Pentonville Prison in north London, he was soon transferred to Highpoint Prison in Suffolk and has been released today.

While being sentenced in September, George's lawyer defended the singer and claimed he'd turned his life around: "For the first time in many years, he has started writing again. His creativity, so long hampered by his drug dependence, is re-emerging."

Kim In Bar Fight Drama

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Kim Kardashian, after a drink was thrown over herKim Kardashian's life is never short of drama.
And the latest incident involving the curvy star is no exception.
Kim's taken to her blog to explain a bar incident which saw another woman throwing her drink in Kim's face.
A night on the town with her sisters, Khloe Kardashian Odom, Kourtney and her boyfriend Scott Disick, in New York ended in tears.
Kim explained the incident, writing: "I'm totally fine, guys.
"I want to address this because everyone has been asking me if I'm OK after the bar fight last night.

"A drunk male fan came up to me and asked to take a picture, and I obliged, but his girlfriend, who was also drunk, got a little out of hand. Luckily I had Scott and Khloe there to protect me."

The fracas ended with Scott being thrown out of the nightclub they were in.
Kim said: "None of us were drinking.
"We just wanted a fun family night out, but when people see the cameras rolling, they try to get attention. I always take the high road, so we all left straight after and didn't feed into their drama."
Good for you, Kim.

Cheryl's X Factor Bodge

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Cheryl ColeThere's too much fake tan - and then there's Cheryl Cole.

Amidst criticism for her choices of contestants on the new series of the X Factor, Cheryl chose to distract the public with a good old-fashioned spray tan.
Or two.

The X Factor fashion face-off is well-underway - will this year be Dannii's year?

From the look of this weekend's proceedings, we'd say so.

Cheryl ColeCheryl ruined a gorgeous Daniel Vosovic LBD by going a few shades too orange with the fake tan.

Out and about yesterday, Cheryl ditched the make-up and looked much better (although still with a faint orange glow).

Who do you think will come out on top in this year's style war? See who gets your vote by clicking through our gallery below.

Freida Gets Fierce

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Freida PintoFirst introduced as the unknown beauty of Slumdog Millionaire, Freida Pinto is steadily making waves in the film industry.

She's also become a familiar face on the front row of fashion shows, with an understated elegance about her and her style.

But Freida doesn't seem too keen on being shoehorned into a particular stereotype.

Having been propelled to stardom in the 2008 romantic drama acting opposite real-life boyfriend Dev Patel, Freida has since filmed her role as a similar character in Woody Allen's You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger.

So, what's the problem? "I keep playing the damsel in distress.

"But I'd like to kick some ass!" Atta girl.

InStyle's November issueThe 'new' Freida is also shrugging off the nerves that used to plague her as a newcomer in the film industry, even when working with a directing legend like Woody Allen: "(You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger) was my third film, so I was worried I was the only one with a lot to learn.

"But when I met people like Anthony Hopkins who were feeling pretty nervous, I realised everyone is intimidated to work with a legend."

With her new-found attitude and ethereal beauty, we reckon Freida may become a legend in her own right.

The full interview can be read in the November issue of InStyle magazine, out now.

Gwyn's Shock Sex Offer

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Gwyneth PaltrowGwyneth Paltrow has revealed that she was once offered a role for sex.

And she says it's no unusual thing for a young actress to be offered a spot on the casting couch.

Gwyneth also says she can see why so many aspiring stars are drawn in.

She told US Elle magazine: "When I started out, someone suggested that we finish a meeting in the bedroom.

"I left. I was pretty shocked. I could see how someone who didn't know better might worry, 'My career will be ruined if I don't give this guy a blow job!'"

Gwyneth's also been speaking out about the roles offered to females in the industry.
She says: "There's a lot (of roles that are) OK, but there's little that's really good, especially for someone my age. Sometimes you find out that something you really liked is going to someone 10 years younger."

Kate Moss
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Kate Moss' agent has revealed that Kate's 2005 drug scandal was good for business.

When the supermodel was pictured snorting cocaine, it was predicted that Kate's career was over.

But Sarah Doukas, who discovered Kate at the age of 14, says all press is good press.

In an interview on Radio Four, Sarah spoke about the 2005 scandal: "I basically just spent a lot of time on the phone trying to reassure her big clients that you can’t believe everything you read and, unfortunately, all press actually is good press in this world we live in. So keep calm, don’t have a knee-jerk reaction."

So did the scandal actually boost Kate's career? Sarah hinted that it might have. When asked if Kate's price had risen as a result of the press, she said: "It's hard to say isn't it? I can't remember. It didn't go down, it didn't go down."

At the time Kate was dropped by a number of brands, including Chanel, Burberry and H&M, but figures show that her earnings have since doubled from £2million to £4million a year.

Amelle's Driving Ban

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Amelle BerrabahSugababe Amelle Berrabah has been banned from driving for 14 months.
This follows a session in Highbury Corner Magistrates' Court this morning, in which Amelle admitted drinking and driving.
Her lawyer said that Amelle apologised for her "exceptionally silly" actions.
According to reports, Amelle has been fined £2,000.
The 26-year-old was arrested at 5.23am on Thursday 30th September after being pulled over in north London.
The arrest came after an alleged argument with her boyfriend, Tom Benn.
Later, Amelle took to Twitter to put across her side of the story: "I can't believe what's being said! I'm so sad this has happened to me.

"I got up to do my normal 6am jog - you guys know this as I twitter about it all the time! I'd been out the night before for drinks with friends and got stopped on my way to meet my personal trainer and it was obviously still in my system.

"I'm sooo angry with myself, I felt fine and had a coffee. Why do papers always write horrid stuff on me I feel like I'm going rock bottom again."
Amelle has had her fair share of dramas in the past, last year the Sugababe was admitted to a clinic in Austria where she was treated for severe nervous exhaustion.

Lea's Sexy Strip

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Lea MicheleHer Glee character Rachel Berry is a cute, naive A-grade student.

And while Lea Michele insists she's similar in real life, these new shots say different.

In a shoot for Marie Claire magazine, Lea has stripped off and looks every inch a steamy sex goddess.

But in the interview accompanying the images, the actress is keen to present herself as a wholesome character: "I can honestly sit down in front of you and say I don’t smoke and I don’t do drugs. I never have and that’s who I am."

And on her growing tattoo collection? "I don't have a kiss on my butt or anything! They're all tiny.

"I mean, you saw me in the shoot today, I was practically nude. Did you see any? No. I'm telling you I have nine. All so, so, so little."

Though Lea is happy to admit the success of the programme has given her a confidence boost in more ways than one: "Glee has made me feel beautiful. Now when people say that I don't feel like they're lying.

"I grew up in a community where what I looked like wasn't considered beautiful and then I work on this show that proves it doesn't matter what you look like, that you're beautiful and beauty is on the inside…"

But at least Lea always had faith in her talent - a feeling that wasn't necessarily shared by her teachers: "My acting teacher and music teachers didn't really like me and they kind of ignored me. I think that they were threatened by the fact that I had worked before."

Kylie's New Love Nest

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Kylie Minogue and Andres Velencoso SeguraKylie Minogue's love life hasn't always been smooth sailing, but happily that's all behind her now.
The pop princess has revealed she's bought a new love pad with her boyfriend, Andres Velencoso Segura.
Having sold the £4.5million London home she's been living in for the past 15 years, the 42-year-old has moved into a mansion just round the corner.
"This year has been full of lots of lovely sparkling new things. Me and Andres have just set up home in a new place. It's slightly bigger. But we are having to furnish and decorate from scratch again," she told The Sun.
"The new place is more appropriate for my current situation and my family. It feels like a new start in life. I had considered moving for ages and had looked at loads of places without finding anything I liked."
She added: "It's the sort of place where mum and dad can come and go. It's so lovely to see the generations together. I've also got my own garden for the first time and I'm looking forward to trying a bit of gardening."
Kylie's old flat was styled by luxury interior designers, the Candy brothers, and featured a rooftop dance studio, but will she miss it?
"It was sad to say goodbye to that place. I had lots of fun there."
Onwards and upwards, Kylie.

Treatment Of The Day

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Electric LondonIf you dread a visit to the hairdressers like a visit to the dentist - I've found the perfect salon for you.
Today's top treatment is a cut and colour at Electric Hairdressing Salon.
Read my review to see how I got on.
THE TREATMENT:
A standard cut and colour (highlights) at Electric Hairdressing Salon in London's Marylebone.
WHAT’S INVOLVED?
I dread visits to the hairdresser. I have dark blonde hair that I occasionally highlight and leave to grow out resulting in a slight two-tone effect. I have, in the past, had my head burnt by a very well-known salon and had my hair dyed a drastic shade of dark brown that left me in tears. But I am always too polite to complain (yes, even when my head is blistering underneath my hair). On arrival at Electric, I was whisked to a seat and given a thorough consultation about what I wanted. I gave my usual response of wanting to look like Sienna Miller in Alfie (obviously) and a slightly more low-maintenance plan was devised.
I took my usual stash of three magazines in case of unwanted small talk, but ended up chatting away throughout the long colouring process, without a mention of upcoming holidays or the weather. I usually Sienna Miller in Alfiedetest having my hair washed, but was treated to the most amazing head massage. The cut and blow-dry was carefully done - with lots of checking I was happy (I genuinely was - not my usual polite yes).
The result: as close to Sienna Miller as I could ever humanly be.
THE VERDICT:
If you see a visit to the hairdressers as a real luxury then Electric is for you. You can expect attentive service, tailored style advice and as many cups of coffee (or glasses of wine) as you'd like. Meanwhile, if you usually dread a salon visit, be assured that Electric will take good care of you - they did me.

Bradley & Renee Open Up

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Renee and Bradley on the set of Case 39The notoriously tight-lipped Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper have finally spoken out about their relationship.
The pair met on the set of thriller Case 39 back in 2006 and they've been dating for over a year.
They have previously flat-out refused to discuss their relationship, but now they've opened up to Entertainment Tonight in America.
Speaking about when they first met, Bradley said: "Can't say enough about her. I never met her before this movie, but I just love her.
"I love coming to work. I love acting with her. I can learn so much from her."
Renee also opened up about her feelings for Bradley: "He's a great actor. I just got so excited, not believing that I was going to go work with him."
We'd have liked some more juicy details from the pair - but at this point we'll take what we're given.

Catherine Fights Tears

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Catherine Zeta-JonesCatherine Zeta-Jones fought back tears last night as she spoke of her husband's brave battle against throat cancer.
The actress was in Wales to welcome the stars of this year's Ryder Cup golf tournament, but Michael Douglaswas forced to pull out of the visit due to his treatment.
Speaking about Michael's positive response to treatment, Catherine was overcome with emotion.
She said: "Michael will be glued to anything that has a golf ball and a club, especially the Ryder Cup. Usually I would be watching with him.
"He would be representing the American team and I would be wholeheartedly representing the European team, but not this year, maybe next time."
After dabbing her eyes Catherine continued: "He's not travelling with me. He's just finished his treatment.
"He's holding up very, very well and everyone couldn't be happier with his progress. He's holding up with great strength and dignity."
Here's wishing Michael a speedy recovery.
You can catch Catherine in action at The Ryder Cup Concert: Welcome To Wales tonight at 9pm on Sky 2.

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