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Taylor Swift's 'Mean' wins best country song

Taylor Swift's 'Mean' wins best country songLos Angeles, Feb 13 - Singer Taylor Swift walked away with the best country song title and best country solo performance for her number "Mean" at the 54th Grammy Awards here.

Gemma Arteton gets choosy about roles

Gemma Arteton gets choosy about rolesLondon, Feb 13 - British actress Gemma Arteton thinks she can now be picky about her work in Hollywood.

As a fresher the 22-year-old used to eagerly accept any role, but now as she has established herself well in the industry, she can afford to plan.

Minnie Driver wants an Oscar

Minnie Driver wants an OscarLondon, Feb 13 - Actress Minnie Driver says she is "determined" to win an Oscar.

Femalefirst. co. uk reports the 42-year-old actress is keen to be recognised for her acting efforts and says winning an academy award is a great honour.

Driver told Stylist magazine, "I want to win an Oscar. I'm determined. I don't care about being nominated, I just want to win!" (IANS)

'The Artist' wins top honours at BAFTA

'The Artist' wins top honours at BAFTALondon, Feb 13 - The black-and-white silent movie "The Artist" swept away top honours at the Orange British Academy Film Awards - it was named the year's best film, while Michel Hazanavicius bagged the best director and Jean Dujardin the best actor trophies for the film.

Hazanavicius also bagged the best screenplay (original) award for the movie at a gala ceremony at the Royal Opera House here Sunday.

Meryl Streep wins best actress trophy at BAFTA

Meryl Streep wins best actress trophy at BAFTALondon, Feb 13 - Actress Meryl Streep won the best actress trophy for playing former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in "The Iron Lady" at the the Orange British Academy Film Awards.

"The Iron Lady" takes a look at Thatcher's life with a focus on the price she paid for power.

Khloe Kardashian wants to act

Khloe Kardashian wants to actLondon, Feb 13 - Socialite Khloe Kardashian wants to try her hand at acting.

Contactmusic. com reports that the reality TV star now wants to be an actress as she is looking forward to explore her acting skills in a TV drama.

"Khloe wants to act. She's looking to get into real acting. She would love to work on a scripted TV show, like a sitcom, or even a drama," a source told the National Enquirer magazine.

Prince Harry to support injured servicemen

Prince Harry to support injured servicemenLondon, Feb 13 - Prince Harry is to support a group of injured servicemen as they attempt to climb the world's highest peak, the Mount Everest.

"Walking With The Wounded has become a household name. It has changed from being a one-off expedition into a fully-fledged charity. It now blazes the trail in showing wounded servicemen and women that hope remains," femalefirst. co. uk quoted the 27-year-old Harry as saying.

JLS wants to record song with Rihanna

JLS wants to record song with RihannaLondon, Feb 13 - British band JLS is keen to record a song with pop superstar Rihanna.

Femalefirst. co. uk reports that the band have been in talks with the star about working together on a song and both sides are willing.

"Right now our dream collaboration would be Rihanna. Obviously we've worked with some amazing people, Dev and Tinie Tempah, which was amazing but the one person we all want to work with at the moment is Rihanna," band member Marvin Humes told BANG Showbiz.

McCartney honoured at music event with Beatles-themed performances

McCartney honoured at music event with Beatles-themed performancesLondon, Feb 12 : Several music stars paid a tribute to Paul McCartney by performing songs from his 50 year long musical career at a ceremony on Friday night to honour the former Beatle.

Coldplay, Katy Perry, Alicia Keys, Neil Young, Foo Fighters and Tony Bennett all performed in front of the 69-year-old rocker as he received the MusiCares’ 2012 Person of the Year award ceremony.

Daniel Radcliffe feels “guilty” if he doesn’t work

Daniel Radcliffe feels “guilty” if he doesn’t workLondon, Feb 12 : Daniel Radcliffe has revealed that he struggles when he doesn’t work, as he feels “guilty” and “agitated”.

The ‘Woman in Black’ actor also stated that he has no desire to take a break from acting as he finds it really hard to be away from a film set.

Katie and Leandro Penna to team up on Strictly Come Dancing?

Katie and Leandro Penna to team up on Strictly Come Dancing?London, Feb 12 : Katie Price and her ex Leandro Penna are tipped to appear as contestants on Argentina’s Strictly Come Dancing.

The pair has been linked to the show after a rumoured reunion, following their split last October.

Former boxer Mike Tyson took part in the celebrity show, named Bailando, in South America last year.

Sinead O’Connor hates to be called ‘crazy’

Sinead O’Connor hates to be called ‘crazy’London, Feb 12 : Sinead O’Connor wants sufferers of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to be treated with kindness, as she thinks referring to them as “crazy” is “a term of abuse”.

The ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’ singer, who claims to have been a victim of child abuse, was diagnosed with the condition last year after doctors told her she was bipolar.

Bennett to be honoured in San Francisco

Bennett to be honoured in San FranciscoLondon, Feb 12 - California residents are set to honour the 50th anniversary of Tony Bennett's hit song "I Left My Heart" in San Francisco with a city-wide tribute.

The 85-year-old recorded the popular tune in 1962 and now local lawmakers are holding a public sing-along at the City Hall Rotunda to celebrate its origin Feb 14.

According to contactmusic. com, Mayor Ed Lee has asked every radio station to play "I Left My Heart" at 12 p. m.

Still trying to figure out love: Tyler

Still trying to figure out love: TylerLondon, Feb 12 - Actress Liv Tyler has admitted she is constantly attempting to understand love.

The 34-year-old is dating photographer Theo Wenner for the past six months.

"Am I happy in love? I'm still trying to figure love out. I'm honestly still trying to figure it all out. Life and love and my ideas of love. And what love really is. And how it works and what it all means," femalefirst. co. uk quoted Tyler as saying. (IANS)

Paltrow offers Valentine's Day tips

Paltrow offers Valentine's Day tipsLondon, Feb 12 - Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has tips for couples to make Valentine's Day special with oils, feather and a lovemaking guide.

The 39-year-old, married to Coldplay's Chris Martin, also says couples should provide a string of romantic surprises throughout the day, reports thesun. co. uk.

I can't be without Bible: Kelly Rowland

I can't be without Bible: Kelly RowlandLondon, Feb 12 - Singer Kelly Rowland says she doesn't have many backstage demands but always insists on having her Bible with her.

"The only thing I asked for is Fiji Water. When I'm on tour the only thing I can't be without is my Bible," contactmusic. com quoted the 30- year-old as saying. (IANS)

Beyonce introduces Carter to the world

Beyonce introduces Carter to the worldLondon, Feb 12 - Singer Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z have shared the first pictures of their daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, with the world.

The couple, who welcomed their first child Jan 7, unveiled a set of intimate family shots on social networking site Tumblr, which show Beyonce tenderly cradling the tot in her arms and the rapper comforting his adorable daughter as she sleeps, reports contactmusic. com.

Gaga goes topless to promote tour

Gaga goes topless to promote tourLondon, Feb 12 - Pop star Lady Gaga has gone topless, and wrapped a clear plastic sheet around her, for a poster to promote her Born This Way Ball world tour.

The only cover up underneath the transparent wrap is a pair of lace-up platform boots, and she has not let go of a hat, reports thesun. co. uk.

The 25-year-old unveiled the artwork for the forthcoming tour earlier this week, showing a ghostly, gothic face over a medieval castle.

Daniel Radcliffe calls himself ‘militant atheist’

Daniel Radcliffe calls himself ‘militant atheist’London, Feb 11 : Despite being raised in a Christian/Jewish household, Daniel Radcliffe describes himself as a ‘militant atheist’.

The ‘Harry Potter’ star believes in separating religion and education because he thinks sex lessons at school are very important.

“I’m not religious, I’m an atheist, and a militant atheist when religion starts impacting on legislation,” Contactmusic quoted him as telling Attitude magazine.

Gary Lineker’s wife tells him to stop tweeting because ‘nobody cares’

Gary Lineker’s wife tells him to stop tweeting because ‘nobody cares’London, Feb 11 : Gary Lineker’s wife Danielle has revealed that she constantly begs her hubby to stop tweeting.

The former footballer and his 28-year-old model spouse told ‘Day and Night’ at the launch of west London restaurant Chakra how their views on their own importance differ.

“I’m not on Twitter or Facebook,” the Daily Express quoted Danielle as saying.

Kate Upton flaunts curvaceous bikini body at fashion show

Kate Upton flaunts curvaceous bikini body at fashion showLondon, Feb 11 : Kate Upton, who is one of the top contenders to feature on the coveted Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover, showed off her enviable curves in variety of bikinis at a fashion show.

In a variety of Beach Bunny swimwear, Upton even modelled a floor-length veil to match a bridal-esque two-piece, the Daily Mail reported.

Sir Elton John and partner Furnish fear son will be ‘bullied’

Sir Elton John and partner Furnish fear son will be ‘bullied’London, Feb 11 : Sir Elton John and his partner David Furnish have expressed fears that their son Zachary will be “stigmatised” for having two gay dads.

Following their apprehensions, the pair has also consulted counsellors to seek advice on how to make sure that their 13-month-old son deals with the challenging situation.

Daniel Radcliffe keen to take on England job

Daniel Radcliffe keen to take on England job London, Feb 11 : Daniel Radcliffe has divulged that he would definitely take up the job as the manager of England's football team in case Harry Redknapp turns down the offer.

The Harry Potter star said that he would say yes to the job if `The Football Association' offered him the post.

"If they offered it to me I'd definitely say yes," the Sun quoted him as telling Absolute Radio.

Lady Gaga goes topless for photoshoot

 Lady Gaga goes topless for photoshoot London, Feb 11 : Lady Gaga has stripped down to almost nothing in a new tour promo for her `Born This Way' Ball world tour.

The promotional pic has the topless `Telephone' singer wrapped with a clear plastic sheet, the Sun reported.

And the only clothing visible underneath the transparent wrap is a pair of lace-up platform boots.

However, Gaga does hold on to her hat in the snap.

Liz Hurley, Shane Warne enjoy romantic stroll in New York

Liz Hurley, Shane Warne enjoy romantic stroll in New YorkLondon, Feb 11 : Shane Warne and Elizabeth Hurley were spotted walking hand-in-hand in Manhattan.

The betrothed couple held hands as they left Nellos on the Upper East Side, a favourite restaurant of celebrities, after relishing a romantic lunch there.

Hurley, 46, and Warne, 42, looked relaxed and happy as they walked along the street.

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