Kate Moss engages to new beau

Brit supermodel Kate Moss has reportedly informed her Primrose pals that she is engaged to new beau James Hince.

Moss, who hooked up with the musician only a month ago, sent the message to her close friends after a 12 hour romp with Hince.

"I love Jamie so much - we're engaged," the Mirror quoted Moss, as saying.

However, her friends say that the engagement is not formal, and that Moss is just expressing her love for Hince.

A friend said that the 34-year-old is sending out a clear message to ex flame Pete Doherty that she is really happy.

"Kate and Jamie had been together all night and day until 5pm and when they surfaced Kate told her friends that she and Jamie were engaged", a pal said.

"No one thinks they are actually going to walk down the aisle any time soon - they know it was Kate's way of saying she's serious about him."

"Everyone knows it's a message to Pete too, telling him she's moved on and is happy with her new man."

Jolie, Aniston Share title of Most Powerful Actress

Hollywood actresses Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston now have more than Brad Pitt in common after both were entitled "most powerful actress" in the Guinness Book of World Records, according to media report Sunday.

Officials for the 2007 edition of the records book came to the decision after assessing the earning power of several celebrities and the publicity surrounding them.

Jolie, 32, has been under the spotlight for her ever-growing family and relationship with boyfriend, Aniston's ex-hubby Pitt.

She also attracted huge media attention for a potential Oscar nomination for her leading role in "A Mighty Heart," in which she played the wife of the slain journalist Daniel Pearl.

The former "Friends" star Aniston, 38, has generated headlines around the world for her rocky love life -- falling in love with Vince Vaughn while shooting "The Break Up," and a romance with British model Paul Sculfor.

This year's Guinness World Records book also sees Hollywood star Tom Cruise knock Johnny Depp off the top spot to regain his crown as "most powerful actor." Cruise took the title thanks to his earnings from "War of the Worlds. "

Penny Lancaster's rock star son

Penny Lancaster believes her son is going to be a rock star.

Penny - who has a 22-month-old boy, Alastair, with rocker husband Rod Stewart - claims her young son is already showing signs of musical greatness.

The 36-year-old model told Hello magazine: "Alastair likes to play guitar with his sister Ruby, who is 20. Rod gets out his guitar and Ruby does too. Alastair gets hold of the microphone and starts singing.

"He also loves soccer and swimming. He seems to be into everything at the moment!"

Penny also revealed she and Rod have made a pact to never spend more than two weeks apart, and she has started turning down work to spend time with her family.

She said: "My priority is to be with my family. I've started looking around for schools for Alastair - we are looking at schools in America and England, so wherever we are he will have a place of education."

Church Shuns 'Silly' Celeb Baby Names

Charlotte Church Shuns 'Silly' Celeb Baby Names

Singer and new mother Charlotte Church was determined to call her daughter something normal - slamming celebrity mums who choose "silly" names for their offspring.

Church gave birth to Ruby, her first child with rugby player boyfriend Gavin Henson last week (begs18Sep07).

She singles Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin out for particular criticism - after they named their children Moses and Apple.

The 21-year-old says, "Names like Apple are just a bit silly."

Fight Night with Nicky and Bijou?

It’s so hard to keep up with the feuding that goes on in Young Hollywood these days.

Case in point-Nicky Hilton and Bijou Phillips.

What's the latest on those two?

At last night’s opening of the Intermix boutique on Robertson Boulevard, Phillips apparently wasn’t too keen on hanging with the hotel heiress.

A source tells me a television reporter asked Hilton and Phillips to do an interview together. Phillips turned him down with a grimace. She shook her head and said, "Nope. Those are the rules," reports an onlooker.

Fortunately, it didn’t spoil the evening. They both headed inside for the bash, where E! Online’s Hollywood Party Girl reports she saw the ladies actually hanging out and chatting it up.

Is there a feud simmering, or are there some new red carpet rules I don't know about? Whatever.

Chris Brown's Rihanna Lust

Chris Brown has confessed he dreams of dating Rihanna.

The hip-hop star - who worked with the stunning singer on her hit single 'Umbrella' -is keen to take their friendship further.

He told America's Us Weekly magazine: "I've known Rihanna for years and I might have flirted with her a little bit at the MTV Video Music Awards.

"We're just friends. We're great friends. We haven't taken it to that next level YET.

"I'm single and ready to mingle."

However, Chris may have competition for Rihanna's affections.

Last month, it was claimed she is dating 'Transformers' star Shia LaBeouf.

Isla Fisher's Action Ban

Pregnant Isla Fisher was banned from doing stunts in her new film 'Hot Rod'.

The Australian actress wasn't even allowed to film a scene where she was standing on a moped, because the crew were worried something could go wrong with her pregnancy.

She said: "They wouldn't even let me do that one scene where you see me standing on the moped. They only let me do the drive up and the turn, and then the stuntwoman took over. At least, I hope it was a woman in a red wig, but it may have been a man!"

The 31-year-old star - who is expecting a baby with her fiancé, Sacha Baron Cohen - also explained why she tried to keep the pregnancy a secret.

She told Britain's The Independent newspaper: "In the beginning, I dodged the rumours. I was trying not to be rude, but there's a time before you're sure everything is all right with no complications that you just don't want to discuss it."

Mary Mcdonnell Granted Restraining Order Against Stalker.

Mary Mcdonnell Granted Restraining Order Against Stalker.

Actress MARY McDONNELL has been granted a restraining order against a stalker after the crazed fan posted photographs of the star's children online.

McDonnell, who plays President Laura Roslin on cult TV show Battlestar Galactica, obtained the cease-and-desist order from a California court earlier this week (ends28Sep07) after images of her kids Olivia and Michael appeared on an internet fan forum, reports PageSix.com.

The stalker, from Kansas City, Missouri, posted the pictures online using the screen name 'peakeana'.

One student who attends Brandeis University near Boston, Massachusetts, says: "I have personally seen this woman following Mary McDonnell around on campus."

McDonnell, who is married to actor Randle Mell, has yet to release a comment.

Farrah Fawcett's Cancer Treatment

Farrah Fawcett has flown to Germany to receive "alternative cancer treatments".

The former 'Charlie's Angels' star - who was told her cancer of the lower intestine had returned in May - made the decision to travel to Frankfurt after being told the treatment she wanted wasn't available in the US.

A spokeswoman for Frankfurt's University Clinic said: "I can confirm that Farrah Fawcett was here and was treated here, but I have no more information."

Farrah's close friend Craig Nevius said: "She was declared 100 per cent cancer free and then it came back. She was discouraged by the treatments she got here. The fact that it recurred after all that she went through was heartbreaking.

"She has been in Germany getting alternative treatments not allowed in the US."

Nevius also revealed Fawcett, 60, is filming her cancer battle for a possible documentary.

He said: "She's been documenting everything in a video diary for what could be a very important documentary."

Kimberly Stewart's revealing night at a Playboy party

Kimberly Stewart may have been almost falling out of her dress, but she managed to fit right in a party held by Playboy last night.

The model worked a very busty blonde look as she arrived at London's Sketch nightclub in a plunging v-neck black dress.

The daughter of rocker Rod Stewart famously had her breast implants removed, so her ample - if a little uneven - cleavage is likely thanks to a push-up bra.

Taking the plunge: Kimberly Stewart the launch of a Playboy store last night



Playing up: the model worked the camera in an all black outfit

Kimberly had an enlargement at 18, but decided to return to her natural state - and rather curiously gave the lumps of silicone to her friend Jack Osbourne as a gift.

She said: "I gave him my implants, I framed them and I signed them and I engraved them and he has them on his bathroom wall.


Hello boys! Even Kimberly looks rather surprised at her buxom look

At the time, Rod encouraged her decision to take them out. She recalls: "He's very supportive of whatever I do. He was just like, 'If you don't feel comfortable, if you don't feel safe, just get them removed.'"

Meanwhile, a host of other guests arrived ready for fun at the Playboy store launch event, including reality TV star Danielle Lloyd, model Leah Wood and singer Lily Allen.


In his element: Calum Best was all smiles as he posed with Playboy bunnies



Bag ladies: Danielle Lloyd and Jade Goody enjoyed the free delights

Jade Goody, who's home was robbed earlier this week, also made an appearance but left swiftly after her ex Jack Tweed arrived.

Lothario Calum Best looked more than thrilled at his invitation and looked in his element as he posed up with a group of bunnies.

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Mel B enlists Posh to design sexy frocks for Dancing with the Stars

Having a style icon pal comes in handy sometimes. And as if she didn't have her fingers in enough pies, Victoria Beckham is to design her fellow Spice Girl Mel B's costumes for Dancing With The Stars.

The American version of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing kicked off this week and Mel was a massive hit dancing the cha-cha.

Posh is a natural choice to help design the huge range of outfits Scary Spice will need if she manages to do well in the competition.
Grand designs: Posh has offered her services to pal Mel B and plans to help design some sexy looks for her appearances on US dance show Dancing with the Stars
Victoria, 33, who is in Japan to promote her perfume range, already boasts her own clothing line, VB, and created jeans for Rock And Republic.

She has also designed a handbag collection for fashion label Samantha Tharasa, but Mel won't be needing one of those as she dances her way into the hearts of the American public with her partner, Ukrainian-born ballroom champion Maksim


Dazzling: Mel won praise for her appearance in the first show earlier this week. She appeared in her trademark leopard-print.

Mel, 32, said: " Victoria is gonna come to one of the shows.

"She is excited, she said, 'I have to design your costumes'. We're sorting that out at the moment as I'm very keen for Vic to put her stamp on my costumes. Everybody knows she has amazing style, just look at all the different dresses and looks she pulls off and the trends she starts.

"I want her to help design a couple of my looks for me, so we're sitting down to throw about some ideas shortly."

Scary, who married film producer Stephen Belafonte in June, is in the middle of a child support battle with actor Eddie Murphy after he was proved to be the father of their five-monthold daughter Angel Iris.

Mel got off to an impressive start on Dancing With The Stars on Monday night.

Beforehand, dressed in her trademark leopardskin print, she confessed she was terrified - but it didn't show as she danced her way into the judges' affections.

She might be regarding that cutaway frock as her lucky dress - she was wearing it backstage on the set yesterday.

Meanwhile it was revealed that Vic and her husband David - who flew to Britain today after his father Ted's heart attack - hope to one day join the Pussycat Dolls on stage for a raunchy dance routine to help boost their profile in LA.

With Vic in the Pussycat Dolls and Mel on Dancing With The Stars, it looks as if it will be difficult to find time to rehearse for the Spice Girls reunion tour, which kicks off in December. Busy girls.

Charlie Sheen daughter accusations

Denise Richards' former nanny has alleged the actress' ex-husband Charlie Sheen inappropriately touches their daughters.

Richards' legal team have submitted a sworn declaration from Diana Alvarez - as part of the couple's ongoing battle for custody of three-year-old Sam and two-year-old Lola - voicing "concern" and "alarm" about Sheens behaviour towards his children.

Alvarez raises her "concern" as to whether Sheen inappropriately touched the girls' "molees" - their nickname for breasts - and their "tushys" - referring to their bottoms - although her declaration lacks any concrete evidence.

Alvarez also alleges Sheen sleeps in the same bed as Sam while his fiancée Brooke Mueller sleeps in the guest room, according to the New York Daily News newspaper.

Sheen - who fired Alvarez after accusing her of spying on him for Richards - has branded the "diabolical accusations" "laughable and inane".

The 'Two and a Half Men' star also stated: "During the 18 months before my request to select my own child-care provider, not a single complaint was made or received regarding the welfare of the children while under the care of myself and/or Brooke.

"I repeat - NOT A SINGLE COMPLAINT by either Ms. Richards herself, or her representatives and nanny."

Gwen Stefani's Madness Misery

Gwen Stefani was so in love with Suggs she cried when she discovered he was married.

The No Doubt star revealed she had a massive crush on 'Madness' singer when she was growing up and broke down when she found out he had tied the knot with Bette Bright.

Speaking on the BBC Radio 1 Legends show on Tuesday night (25.09.07), Gwen said: "When I was younger, me and my friends found out about Madness and we loved it. I think because it was from England, and London, we loved that whole culture.

"And when I first saw the video for 'One Better Day' and saw Suggs' wife I literally started crying - it was craziness!"

Gwen also admitted she only really started appreciating Bob Dylan when she was older.

She said: "My mom and dad used to listen to Bob Dylan all the time when I was younger, and I couldn't stand it. I kept thinking, 'What is this guy moaning about?' But now I'm older I love his music, and can appreciate him for the poet he is."

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Wonder Woman Jessica Biel

Jessica Biel is set to play Wonder Woman.

The 'I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry' star - who is currently dating Justin Timberlake - is said to be in talks with film bosses to star as the sexy superhero in a movie version featuring the Justice League of America, a crime fighting superhero team featured in DC comics.

A representative for Jessica, 25, said: "It's too early to confirm the deal will go ahead."

Warner Bros. also refused to comment on Jessica's involvement in the movie.

'Babe' director George Miller will helm the live-action film which is based on the comic book which brings Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman together, along with a host of other DC superheroes.

Jessica is currently shooting 'Powder Blue' with Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker and Ray Liotta.

Jessica is one in a long line of stars tipped to play Wonder Woman.

Cheryl Cole's sexiest brunette

Cheryl Cole has been named the world's sexiest brunette.

The Girls Aloud singer - who is married to Chelsea soccer star Ashley Cole - beat Hollywood beauty Jessica Alba to the top spot in the poll by Britain's Nuts magazine.

Men questioned in the survey also revealed they would rather marry a brunette than a blonde, because dark-haired girls are more trustworthy.

Nuts deputy editor Hans Seeberg said: "Blondes may have a reputation for having more fun, but that's no good if their hair colour actually puts men off. Men are less likely to get involved in a serious relationship if they think there's a chance the girl might be having too much fun while their backs are turned."

Despite being one of world's most desirable females, Cheryl recently confessed she dislikes her own body.

The 24-year-old pop beauty is very insecure about her looks and has to work extremely hard to maintain her slender figure.

She said: "I'm not happy with my body. I have to watch my weight and really put myself through it, trying silly diets or doing stupid gym workouts.

Pamela Anderson's party fears

Pamela Anderson's wild partying is putting her health at risk.

The former 'Baywatch' star - who contracted hepatitis C from sharing a tattoo needle with ex-husband Tommy Lee - is said to be in danger of seriously damaging her liver with her excessive drinking and constant partying.

A source told New York Post newspaper: "She parties almost every night. She drinks, she does stuff and she's got hepatitis C. Her liver is shot but she keeps living this crazy lifestyle.

"We don't think she understands how serious this is. She has two kids and may not be around to see them grow up at this rate."

The 40-year-old actress - mother to sons Brandon, 11, and Dylan, nine - is said to be leading an even wilder lifestyle since she began dating Paris Hilton's ex-boyfriend Rick Salomon.
The source said: "They went wild over the MTV Video Music Awards weekend. I just watched them party with my jaw open."

Pamela has allegedly been telling friends she is engaged to Rick - who she has only known for six weeks - and has even told some pals they are already married.

Sarah Harding Moves DJ Lover into New £1m Pad

Sarah Harding isn't one to waste time. The Girls Aloud singer has just bought a new £1m flat in London's Camden and moved in this week.

And even though her relationship with DJ Tom Crane has only been going steady for a few months, she's already moved him in too.

Moving in: Girls Aloud's Sarah Harding is setting up a love-nest with DJ boyfriend Tom Crane

The 25-year-old, attending the Links Of London watch launch in Grosvenor Place last night, said: "I've been looking to buy a flat for ages now and I've just bought one and moved in this week.

"The kitchen isn't finished and the floorboards aren't even finished but I just couldn't wait.

"Tom has moved in too, we just decided, 'Why not?' We're mad about each other and it feels right. If it all goes wrong then fine, but why not give it a go? I'm sick of playing games with men. We've been friends for years so that's why it works so well."


Mad about the boy: Sarah has bought a £1million apartment and her DJ love is set to move in too
Sarah had two bids on other flats in north-west London rejected before finding her perfect pad.

She added: "It's so hard to find a flat in London at the moment, I'm very lucky I can afford one, but I had two offers fall through before I found this one.

"I love it, it's a two-storey maisonette and it's really quirky, which is what I wanted. I bid £15,000 under the asking price and I still got it.

"I am gutting the entire place and redecorating to suit my taste. When I'm finished it'll probably be worth another £100,000. But finally I have a place to call home."

After the watch launch Sarah and Tom headed off for dinner to celebrate his birthday, which is today.

Sarah has earned herself a reputation as one of the capital's biggest party girls after being snapped repeatedly in various states of sobriety outside some of London's most popular nightspots.

But she insists her relationship with club DJ Tom is changing all that.

She told us: "He's a great influence on me, I'm trying to calm down now. We try to just go for dinner and stay in and not party too much, but of course I still enjoy my nights on the town."

Sex and the City's Carrie Goes from Blonde to Brunette

Sex and the City fans are being kept guessing on details of what the plot of the film will be – but Sarah Jessica Parker couldn't keep one of the film's secrets under wraps.

The actress who plays fashion-forward journalist Carrie Bradshaw arrived on set having undergone a dramatic change in hair-colour from her usual curly blonde do to a more classic brunette.

Just what's prompted this change of hair colour is unclear – let's hope it's not due to relationship dramas with her notoriously fickle onscreen beau Mr. Big.

Filming of the big screen version of the cult wildly successful Sex and the City television show started earlier this week, after a deal was sealed between feuding actresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall.

Kiss and make up: Sex and the City co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall share an awkward kiss onset but rumours of a rift persist

Tentative proof that the two have made up – on film anyway – came as the two shared what looked like – even for two actresses - a very awkward kiss.

Parker and Cattrall reportedly fell out during the filming of the television show, which ended in 2004.

Friend: Rift began after Cattrall objected to Parker's hefty payday on the original series

Celebrity websites reported attempts to make the movie stalled when Cattrall demanded for the same money as Parker who was always paid more for the television series due to her additional role as executive producer.

However despite coming together on Monday as filming started, reports have already emerged that the feud between Cattrall and Jessica Parker may still be simmering.

Kim is reported to have stormed out of a reunion party for the cast held on the weekend in New York.

Foe: Kim Cattrall (Samantha), is said to have had a row with Parker at a reunion party for the cast before filming began

The actress was apparently "scowling" as she left the bash at Butter restaurant to celebrate the start of filming Sex and the City: The Movie.

A source told the New York Daily News: "Kim left earlier than the others and was wearing a scowl. She was just shooting a dirty look at the paparazzi."

The source added: "Thirty minutes later the other two left, with big smiles on their faces. Kristen climbed into a town car and Sarah looked like she was walking home."


Natural look: Kristin Davis, Sarah Jessica Parker and Cynthia Nixon appear to be the best of friends as they stroll together on location

Earlier the actresses arrived for filming looking less than glamorous in their casual clothes. But a few hours in hair and make-up and they were transformed into their chic and stylish New York characters.

But onset at least, it appears the actresses are putting on a united front.


Dolled up: A few hours in hair and make up and the girls are ready for their close-up

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10 Beauty Tips For Eyes

The eyes are the part of the face we notice first. This is why it's important to make sure that your eyes look their best when attending to your makeup and care routine. Following are some great beauty tips for your eyes, no matter who you are.

1. Healthy eyes are beautiful eyes. If your eyes are swollen, red, or otherwise unhealthy, no amount of makeup is going to disguise this fact. If you wear contact lenses, make sure that you attend to all the care instructions for them. Also, protect your eyes by using cosmetics with sunscreen included.

2. When putting on eye makeup, make sure it goes with the rest of your look. Too many women forget that while the eyes are important, they must be in harmony with the rest of the face. Choose eye makeup that goes with what you're wearing, and with the look you choose on the rest of your face. Don't let your features go to war with each other to be the most prominent – you'll have to choose whether you want the focus to be on your lips or eyes, for instance. Overdoing it can just look garish.

3. Lay a good base. A layer of foundation on your eyelids will help smooth out imperfections and help your eye shadow and liner look their best.

4. Choose a color theme. This doesn't meant that you have to use a monochrome scheme for your eye makeup, but it does mean that it's a good idea to keep an idea of color harmony in mind as you apply your makeup. The colors that will work best for you depend on your skin tone.

5. Pay attention to your eye shape. What works on one person won't necessarily look good on another. Figuring out what shape and set your eyes are can go a long way to helping you get the right look.

6. Select quality cosmetics. It really matters whether or not your makeup is high quality. Don't let your tools work against you just because you can get a cheaper brand. You'll never achieve the same looks you can with a better brand.

7. Use specialized cleansers to remove your makeup. Soap and water are harsh and can irritate the eyes. Specially formulated eye cleansers are gentle, but made to remove old cosmetics.

8. Use darker, more heavily made up looks at night. Daytime requires a more natural look. Apply mascara on the tips of the lashes only, and save the liquid liner for evenings. Harsh makeup in daylight can look overdone or silly.

9. Soften over-prominent eyes. Just because the eyes are the first thing we pay attention to doesn't meant that they must be the focus of every look. If you feel that your eyes are too prominent, apply medium shadow and don't use highlights. This will make them appear deeper-set.

10. Keep up to date on the latest looks. If you've been doing your eyes the same way for years, you can look dated without knowing it. Pay attention to what other people are wearing as well as the latest makeup styles, and form a look that's your own.

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Britney's ex-bodyguard blows lid on her 'drug use and nudity'

A former bodyguard of Britney Spears has accused the pop star of post-rehab drug use and of having "issues of nudity" as he gave evidence in the custody battle over her two children.

Tony Barretto, who was yesterday revealed as the "secret witness", filed a declaration in the custody battle which alleges "issues of nudity by Ms. Spears, drug use and safety issues involving the children."

Laywer Gloria Allred told reporters: "Today we came to court with a key and secret witness in the Britney Spears/Kevin Federline custody battle. Our client's name is Tony Barretto. He was employed as a bodyguard for Ms. Spears from the time she came out of rehab until May 17th.

“During that time he was in her home on a full time basis, drove Ms. Spears to various appointments and observed her behavior inside of her home, outside of her home and around her children."

“He became very concerned about the children and their safety. Though he was reluctant to come forward amd become embroiled in her custody dispute he decided to do so because of his concern about the safety and well being of the children. He is a father of young children himself."

In a further twist to the bitter tug-of-love, Barretto also gave evidence about a planned "hit" on Britney's ex-husband Kevin Federline.

FBI and LAPD are investigating reports about a suspected plot to carry out "a contract hit" on Federline.

Spears married Federline in October 2004. She filed for divorce last November and the divorce became official July 30.

The two have joint custody of sons Sean Preston, who turned 2 on Friday, and Jayden James, who turned 1 on Wednesday.

Federline reportedly has been fighting to get full custody of the two boys.

Britney made a disastrous start to her career revival last week in her opening act at the MTV Video Awards, which was followed by more purported photos of her without underwear hitting the Internet.

Britney's team opted not to cross examine Barretto, but Federline's attorney, Mark Kaplan, said it was not unusual for lawyers to decline questioning a surprise witness.

"Sometimes lawyers don't like cross-examining when they don't know what the extent of the answers will be," said Kaplan.

Kaplan did not discuss what went on inside the hearing, but told reporters his client was not seeking more money from Spears.

Kaplan said a new custody hearing would likely come in mid-November. An exact date was not yet available.

In yet more bad news for the troubled singer, her management company yesterday announced they had dumped her.

The Firm said in the statement: "It saddens us to confirm media reports that we have terminated our professional relationship with Britney Spears."

"We believe Britney is enormously talented, and has made a terrific record. But current circumstances have prevented us from properly doing our job. We wish Britney the best."