Los Angeles, Feb 12 - Famous US singer and actress Whitney Houston has died at age of 48, her publicist said.

The cause and location of the singer's death was not immediately made public.

Her death was revealed by her publicist Kristen Foster Saturday, Xinhua reported.

Whitney Houston was an award-winning singer, actress, producer and a former model.

Los Angeles, Feb 12 - Actor Daniel Radcliffe thinks sex lessons are important in school.

The 22-year-old, who was raised in Jewish household, believes it is important to separate religion and education.

Los Angeles, Feb 11 - Actress Vanessa Hudgens says she freak out after seeing centipedes.

The 23-year-old, who stars alongside Liam Hemsworth and Michael Caine in her new project, encountered the oversized insects while shooting family movie "The Island in Hawaii "and she still having nightmares about them.

Los Angeles, Feb 11 - American actor Kellan Lutz thinks "Breaking Dawn" may just be the beginning of a new chapter in "Twilight" saga and want more films from the franchise.

Lutz plays Emmett Cullen in the saga which also stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in the lead roles.

Los Angeles, Feb 11 - Hollywood veteran Dustin Hoffman says being at the Oscar ceremony isn't as glamorous as it looks.

"Oscar is boring. It lasts forever. And don't think you're seeing spontaneous behavior. You see couples who are suddenly smooching, and, well, there's a guy sitting on the ground with the camera at their knees," showbizspy. com quoted the 74-year-old as saying.

Los Angeles, Feb 10 - Actress Parminder Nagra, of "Bend It Like Beckham" fame, has filed for divorce from her photographer husband James Stenson.

The actress, who currently stars in the FOX series "Alcatraz", filed papers in Los Angeles Super Court, citing "irreconcilable differences".

Los Angeles, Feb 10 : Singer Nicole Scherzinger has no regrets over not being a part of next season of talent hunt show "The X-Factor".

The former Pussycat Dolls star stepped in to replace Cheryl Cole after the singer was booted from the judging panel last year, but she has been axed from the line-up along with Paula Abdul and host Steve Jones ahead of the next season.

Los Angeles, Feb 10 : Actor Daniel Radcliffe says he has developed a fascination towards Ryan Gosling."This year I have a talent crush on Ryan Gosling. I think he's fantastic and you know he'd be nice afterwards. He seems smart. If I was gay I would go for a smart man," showbizspy. com quoted Gosling as saying.(IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 9 - Singer Adele, who was recently called "a little too fat" by designer Karl Largerfeld, says she is comfortable with her curves.

"I never wanted to look like models on the cover of magazines," she told People magazine. "I represent the majority of women, and I'm very proud of that," showbizspy. com quoted the 23-year-old as saying. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 9 - Singer-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham reportedly admires the dressing sense of actor Russell Brand, who is famed for his skin-tight black jeans and wild hair.

Victoria, 37, who has four children with her footballer husband David, apparently likes his look so much that she has used it as an inspiration for her menswear line.

Los Angeles, Feb 9 - Singer-actress Christina Aguilera has reportedly signed for a third series of "The Voice".

According to showbizspy. com, the 31-year-old is said to play the role of mentor on the pop star search show for a third series, commanding a fee in the region of $10 mn.

It had previously been rumored Aguilera would be axed from the show as network bosses were concerned about her less involvement with show.

Los Angeles, Feb 8 - Actor Robert Downey Jr and his wife Susan have become proud parents of a son.

Susan gave birth to Exton Elias Downey Feb 7.

"Everyone is healthy and they couldn't be happier," people. com quoted a source as saying.

Downey has son Indio, 18, from his previous marriage. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 8 - Puerto Rico-born Luis Guzman, one of Hollywood's favourite character actors, stars in "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island", which makes its debut Friday, a family adventure that is his first 3D film. He says he does good work and has a good heart.

Los Angeles, Feb 8 - Denzel Washington has revealed how boxing helps him fight off the stress of being an actor.

The 57-year-old says his love for remaining fit through fight training has given him the discipline needed not to take his work home with him.

"I know how to relax. That's something they teach you in boxing. When I finish work, I take off my costume and go home and I am home," contactmusic. com quoted Washington as saying. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 8 - Actor Daniel Radcliffe hopes to prove himself with his new movie where he plays a widowed father.

The 22-year-old actor hopes the movie "Woman in Black" will prove he is more than just a baby-faced actor destined for teen movies.

"It's hard when you're young to find good parts that also require you to be leading, or having a relatively prominent role in the piece," showbizspy. com quoted Radcliffe as saying.

Los Angeles, Feb 7 - Singer Leann Rimes and reality TV star Kim Kardashian were seen attending the same church together.

The two stars were spotted attending a morning service at the Life Change Community Church in Calabasas, California.

Rimes, 29, met 31-year-old socialite Kim last week along with the church's Pastor Brad Johnson and "America's Got Talent" judge Howie Mandel for lunch, reports femalefirst. co. uk.

Los Angeles, Feb 7 - Actress Hilary Duff says she had an amazing time with family and friends at her baby shower, organised by her sister Haylie and mother Susan at her home here.

The ceremony was on Sunday, and femalefirst. co. uk. reports that the 24-year-old singer shared her feelings through tweets.

Los Angeles, Feb 7 - Is Zac Efron dating Lily Collins? They have been seen together at a restaurant here.

The Hollywood pair was spotted sneaking out of the back-door of the STK Steakhouse Saturday night after enjoying a meal together.

Efron, 24, was seen hopping into a chauffeur driven SUV, closely followed by the 22-year-old actress, reports femalefirst. co. uk.

Los Angeles, Feb 7 - Hollywood couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's son Maddox is taking pilot lessons.

Jolie and Pitt are biological parents to five-year-old Shiloh and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne. They have also adopted children Maddox, 10, Pax, eight, and Zahara, six.

"Our 10-year-old is taking pilot lessons," showbizspy. com quoted Pitt as saying. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 6 - Singer Leann Rimes underwent a minor surgery and the procedure has left her in pain. The 29-year-old had the operation last week, reports showbizspy. com.

"K, coming clean... I had minor surgery this week and I've been in SO much pain it's not even funny. Nothing major just annoying! Pain pain go away! When it's mouth pain and jaw pain it makes your whole head pound! Yuck," she tweeted. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 6 - American comedian Joan Rivers claims she has had a total of 739 surgical procedures.

According to showbizspy. com, the 78-year-old TV personality has gone under the knife more than 700 times, and says she has had treatment done so often that she gets one free procedure for every 10.

"Every weekend, I just go in and I do something new. I get a 10th one free. It's a little like coffee you just keep going," said Rivers. (IANS)

Los Angeles, Feb 6 - British singer Jessie J says that she will snog pop stars Rihanna and Ed Sheeran if she wins three Brit awards.

The 23-year-old is nominated for best female, best breakthrough and best single for Price Tag at the award ceremony scheduled for Feb 21 at the O2 Arena here.

The singer has accepted a dare to kiss the duo live on stage at the ceremony if she wins her trio of nominations.

Los Angeles, Feb 5 - Former child star Christina Ricci is reportedly dating actor James Heerdegen.

According to showbizspy. com, the two met on the set of the actress' ABC series "Pan-Am".

The new couple recently spent time at the W Retreat & Spa-Vieques island in Puerto Rico, and stayed in a luxe ocean front suite.

"They lounged on the deck of their room a lot," an insider said, adding that they "walked up and down".

Los Angeles, Feb 5 - Actor Daniel Radcliffe endured an awkward moment during a TV interview when a woman fan got down on one knee and asked him to marry her.

According to contactmusic. com, The Harry Potter star, who is dating production assistant Rosie Coker, was also offered a novelty ring by the fan.

However, the 22-year-old turned down the offer in a gracious manner.

Los Angeles, Feb 5 - Pippa Middleton, sister-in-law of Prince William, is reportedly dating George Percy, heir to one of Britain's richest and grandest dukedoms.

According to sun. co. uk, Percy is completely besotted with Pippa.

"It looks likely the Middleton sisters will be completing the double before too long. It was like a shark circling its bait. Some people think she has always set out to do this," said a source.