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Rupert Grint tries luck at Bingo

Rupert Grint tries luck at BingoLondon, May 23 - Actor Rupert Grint was spotted playing Bingo in Hertfordshire.

Bingo is apparently the favourite pastime for the 24-year-old “Harry Potter” star and he was seen trying his luck at it, reports dailystar. co. uk.

An onlooker said: “We couldn’t believe it when we saw him come in. He tried to be quite low-key and didn’t ask for any special treatment.”


First edition of 'Harry Potter' auctioned, fetches 150,000 pounds

First edition of 'Harry Potter' auctioned, fetches 150,000 poundsLondon, May 23 - The first edition of J. K. Rowling’s "Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone" has reportedly been sold for 150,000 pounds (over $200,000) at an auction held at Sotheby's.

The one-of-a-kind copy contains handwritten notes by Rowling, a 43-page commentary and 22 original illustrations, reports thesun. co. uk.

The book, published in 1997, was sold to a telephone bidder. (IANS)


JLo to perform on 'Britain's Got Talent'

JLo to perform on 'Britain's Got Talent'London, May 23 : Pop star Jennifer Lopez will reportedly perform on the semi-final episode of music reality show "Britain's Got Talent", and sing her latest track "Live it up".

Pop star Demi Lovato might also sing her new single "Heart attack", reports thesun. co. uk.

Other performers include singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding, who will sing her recent releases "Explosions" and "Anything can happen".


British band Blue faces money issues

British band Blue faces money issuesLondon, May 22 : Members of British band Blue are facing monetary hassles. (14:34)

Band members Antony Costa, Duncan James, Lee Ryan and Simon Webbe had split in 2005, but reunited in 2011, and are now facing issues.

"Blue have been open about their recent financial struggles and are restructuring their business model," thesun. co. uk quoted the band's spokeswoman as saying.


Amy Winehouse foundation raises 1.9 mn pounds annually

Amy Winehouse foundation raises 1.9 mn pounds annuallyLondon, May 22 - A foundation set up by late singer Amy Winehouse's father Mitch reportedly raised nearly 1.9 million pounds (over $2,000,000) in a year.

The foundation helps homeless people, drug addicts and promotes young musicians.

"We are honoured we can help so many young people in Amy's name. Good everyone was involved," thesun. co. uk quoted Mitch as saying.


Kimberly Walsh loves her body

Kimberly Walsh loves her bodyLondon, May 22 - Singer-songwriter Kimberley Walsh loves her toned up body and credits her participation in dance reality show "Strictly Come Dancing" for it.

"The best piece of advice I could give anyone who wanted to lose weight and tone up would be: Go on 'Strictly...'! I've spent many years putting myself under the spotlight but now, in my 30s, I've accepted my body," dailystar. co. uk quoted Walsh as saying.


Maarty Broekman wants to work with Alesha Dixon

Maarty Broekman wants to work with Alesha DixonLondon, May 21 : Music reality TV show "Britain's Got Talent" contestant Maarty Broekman says he wants to make music with judge Alesha Dixon.

The eccentric Dutchman auditioned shirtless - he came dressed in a red leather jacket and sequinned leather trousers. He impressed the judges when he sang classic tune "Backdoor Lover".


Radcliffe, people's confidant in pubs

Radcliffe, people's confidant in pubsLondon, May 21 : Actor Daniel Radcliffe, who battled alcohol addiction once, says he often comes across drunk people who are comfortable sharing their problems with him.

"I've been people's confidant in pubs. Somebody will be drunk and start telling you something about their relationship with their parents. You can end up provoking a huge range of reactions," femalefirst. co. uk quoted him as saying.


Styles car outside my house: Rod Stewart

Styles car outside my house: Rod StewartLondon, May 20 - Singer Rod Stewart accepts that he saw band One Direction member Harry Styles' car parked outside his house one morning, but didn't confirm that the teen sensation is dating his daughter Kimberly.

Dating rumours of Styles, 19 and Kimberly, 31 surfaced when they were seen enjoying dinner with Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster, reports mirror. co. uk.


Waterhouse happy with Cooper

Waterhouse happy with CooperLondon, May 19 : Model Suki Waterhouse is reportedly happy with her casual relationship with actor Bradley Cooper, but she hopes it becomes serious gradually.

"Suki asked Harvey Weinstein to introduce her to Bradley because she said she needed to meet him. She wanted him and went after him. Now they're together all the time," femalefirst. co. uk quoted a source as saying.


Victoria Beckham inspires Macpherson

Victoria Beckham inspires MacphersonLondon, May 17 : Supermodel Elle Macpherson thinks fashion designer Victoria Beckham is an inspiration to women as she balances her professional and personal life well.


Matt Smith admires 'handsome, bright' Ryan Gosling

Matt Smith admires 'handsome, bright' Ryan GoslingLondon, May 15 : Actor Matt Smith says he is a huge fan of actor-director Ryan Gosling.

"I admired his abdominals in 'Crazy Stupid Love'. Yes, he's a very handsome man, that's for sure," thesun. co. uk quoted Smith as saying.

"He's cool. He's bright. I'm a huge fan of his work as an actor. I think it's important to work with people you're inspired by - and I absolutely was when I met him," said Smith.


Katy Perry joins the Rolling Stones onstage

Katy Perry joins the Rolling Stones onstageLondon, May 13 : Singer Katy Perry sang with rock band Rolling Stones during their show in Las Vegas.

She performed a rendition of the band's song "Beast of burden" from their 1978 album "Some girl" in Las Vegas, reports dailystar. co. uk.

She tweeted: "Yes, I just did gyrated on Mick Jagger. WHAT?! (sic)."(IANS)


Contostavlos to work with West?

Contostavlos to work with West?London, May 13 : Singer Tulisa Contostavlos is reportedly in talks ahead of collaborating with rapper Kanye West, who might produce her next album.

Contostavlos is going through a tough career patch with her debut solo album "The Female Boss" being a flop and getting axed as a judge from Britain singing reality show "The X Factor".

However, this collaboration is considered a good sign for her.


Donatella Versace scared at taking Versus into digital realm

Donatella Versace scared at taking Versus into digital realmLondon, May 11 : Italian designer Donatella Versace is scared of taking her label, Versus, to the digital world but she is also aware of the benefits the label will get.

There will be no catwalk productions for Versus and the new collection will be judged by people who will get to wear first. To add more, the customer can report their experience back via online discussions.


Fans worried after Katie Price's miscarriage fear

Fans worried after Katie Price's miscarriage fearLondon, May 10 : Pregnant model Katie Price posted a tweet saying if she loses her baby, she will blame some people for it. It has her fans worried.

Her tweet said: “If I lose the baby, there are certain people I'll be blaming, some people are so cruel and not what they seem... cruel, cruel, cruel.”

The 34-year-old is due to give birth to her first child with her third husband, Kieran Hayler, 25, in in July.


Harry Styles had fun with fan

Harry Styles had fun with fanLondon, May 9 : Singer Harry Styles of One Direction band enjoyed a wild bash with a fan who reportedly even kissed him.

Styles got invited on a bus by 18-year-old Camilla Foss and her friends, who are also fans of the singer, reports thesun. co. uk.

Foss met Styles while eating at the band's Oslo hotel before their concert.

"Styles was overjoyed to get the invite to jump on the bus with screaming fans," a source said.


Leighton Meester teams up with boyfriend for 'Life Partners'

Leighton Meester teams up with boyfriend for 'Life Partners'London, May 6 : Actress Leighton Meester and her actor-boyfriend Adam Brody are set to co-star in new comedy "Life Partners".

Though the real life couple is in the lead cast, but they won't be playing on-screen couples. Meester, seen in "Gossip Girl", will play a lesbian.

The other cast of the film includes Gillian Jacobs and Gabourey Sidibe.


'Iron Man' can be as evergreen as 'James Bond': Kevin Feige

'Iron Man' can be as evergreen as 'James Bond': Kevin FeigeLondon, May 6 : Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, says there will be more sequels of "Iron Man" and that the character of Tony Stark can be as popular as James Bond.

"I believe there will be a fourth 'Iron Man' film and a fifth and a sixth and a 10th and a 20th. I see no reason why Tony Stark can't be as evergreen as James Bond," femalefirst. co. uk quoted Feige as saying.


I have phobia of buttons: Poppy Delevingne

I have phobia of buttons: Poppy DelevingneLondon, May 5 : Socialite and model Poppy Delevingne says she has a phobia of buttons and she almost felt physically sick when she accidentally grabbed some.

The 26-year-old said she was also left traumatised when she hugged a friend without checking her outfit first.


'Frankenstein' best script: Daniel Radcliffe

'Frankenstein' best script: Daniel RadcliffeLondon, May 3 : "Harry Potter" star Daniel Radcliffe has described "Frankenstein" as one of the best scripts that he has ever read.

The 23-year-old has been cast as Igor in the Paul McGuigan movie penned by Max Landis.

"If I remember correctly, the script said, 'Frankenstein By Max Landis, based On (The America Popular Culture Zeitgeist Interpretation of) Mary Shelley's Frankenstein,'" femalefirst. co. uk quotes Radcliffe as saying.


Khloe Kardashian confident about her curves

Khloe Kardashian confident about her curvesLondon, May 3 : Socialite Khloe Kardashian says she is happy with her curvaceous figure and that she doesn't feel insecure about it.

Khloe shares limelight with sisters Kim and Kourtney in their show "Keeping Up With The Kardashians", but she says she never tried to compare herself with anyone.


JLS band members reunite for charity gig

JLS band members reunite for charity gigLondon, May 1 - Though members of British band JLS announced a split last week, they are said to be reuniting for a charity gig July 6.

The band members J. B. Gill, Marvin Humes, Aston Merrygold and Oritsé Williams won't let down their fans.

They have announced a special sun-backed gig at The Royal Albert Hall for Rays of Sunchine charity group that works for terminally ill children, reports thesun. co. uk.


Little Mix inspires young girls

Little Mix inspires young girlsLondon, April 30 : Members of British band Little Mix inspire young girls because of the lyrics of their song, says Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

Other members of the band are Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson and Jade Thirwall.

"A lot of girls tell us we're their inspiration and role models and that is just from us being ourselves," thesun. co. uk quoted Pinnock as saying.


Victoria strips nude while designing

Victoria strips nude while designingLondon, April 30 : Victoria Beckham, who has her own fashion label, says she prefers to go nude and design clothes on herself.

"I start by sitting down with the team and discussing ideas first," thesun. co. uk quoted her as saying.

"We're all very close and we sit down and we're open. We talk and I normally get naked and make clothes on myself," added the former Spice Girls band member.(IANS)


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