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After announcing last week that she has had a double mastectomy, Angelina Jolie’s next project is very close to her heart – the actress will play her own mother, Marcheline Bertrand, in a biopic about the late actresses’ life. Angelina, who last week revealed she had a double mastectomy, will star in the film about […]

This book is everything you’d expect from chick-lit queen Sophie Kinsella.

There’s a baby boom on the set of Homeland. Morena Baccarin, who plays Jessica Brody on the award-winning TV3 drama, is expecting her first child with director/producer husband Austin Chick. The couple’s baby news follows the arrival of Homeland star Claire Danes’ little boy Cyrus last December. The show’s wardrobe department had to work to […]

Britney has revealed she would like a daughter.

There have been signs of trouble in Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s relationship since she announced her pregnancy.

Kelly Bertrand blogs about the third week of The X Factor NZ.

Justin Bieber in a heist

Would-be authors know that there are plenty of how-to courses and books about writing.

A baby is on the way for Daniel Gillies and his wife Rachael Leigh Cook.

**PARAMORE PARAMORE** After losing two founding members, Paramore’s self-titled fourth release is a deliberate move to separate themselves from their old ways as they start over as a trio. Opening with Fast in My Car, Hayley Williams sets the tone – fun, edgy pop-rock that shies away from their angsty roots. However, there’s an underlying […]

Kelly Bertrand blogs about week two of The X Factor New Zealand.

Kim Kardashian buries the hatchet

What do you think of her latest song?

Charlie Sheen is in support of the decision to remove his twins, from the care of his ex-wife Brooke Mueller.

A typical day's eating for Jessie, who lost 50kg.

There’s always certain appeal to a back-to-basics existence, especially with the stresses of modern-day living. Removed from the fast pace of life, with the ability to focus purely on survival, implies an element of freedom and natural happiness – but is this really true? When five teenage college graduates stumble upon a derelict cottage by […]

Rob Kardashian’s designer sock range, Arthur George, is not selling well in US stores.

Judging a book by its cover...

One Direction star Harry Styles has a history with older women and the teenage heartthrob may have struck again – this time with Kimberly Stewart, daughter of rocker Rod. Harry (19) and the 33-year-old blonde were seen kissing and holding hands as they left Dan Tana’s restaurant in Beverly Hills together last Friday with her father […]

There is no one way to make a family, and Dear Thing is a compelling and raw insight into the world of surrogacy. The “thing” is the child that Claire has been trying to have for years with her husband Ben. With the perfect marriage, the nice home and a satisfying teaching career, it’s the […]

Gwyneth Paltrow says she has gone through some “terrible times” with husband Chris Martin, who she is rarely photographed with, but thinks that giving up on her marriage would have been the easy option. “We’ve gone through some terrible times where it’s been really really hard, but I’ve sort of come through those times with […]

Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli has loosened his bow tie and stepped off the opera stage for an album of love songs and duets. Quizás Quizás Quizás (Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps) is a punchy rendition with pop star Jennifer Lopez – they are surprisingly well-matched – but Canadian Nelly Furtado is out of her depth against Andrea’s […]

Justin Bieber has given up on his Capuchin monkey, Mally. The Munich clinic where the monkey has been residing since it was confiscated by German customs last month claims that Justin’s reps contacted them this week, asking them to find a “safe and sheltered place, or a zoo” for the monkey. “They are asking us for […]

TV executives have confirmed that Khloe Kardashian will not be returning.

Alan Halsall and his wife and former co-star Lucy-Jo Hudson are expecting a baby girl.

Dawn French has married for a second time. The Vicar of Dibley actress, who was married to comedian Lenny Henry for 25 years, has tied the knot again with charity chief excutive Mark Bignell in a secret ceremony in Cornwall. British floral arrangement company The Garden Gate let the cat out of the bag when […]

Despite safety issues following the Boston bombings last week, Prince Harry says he never considered skipping his duties at the London Marathon yesterday. Harry, who presented medals to the winners at the end of the course, paid tribute to the victims of the attack in Boston, but said the tragedy would not dampen the spirit […]

After months of carefully planned hype, The X Factor debuted on our screens with a bang. Even before it began, the reality TV show had gathered it’s fair share of skepticism – do we even have enough talent for another singing competition? Will it have credibility? Who is Ruby Frost? And, perhaps the greatest fear, […]

As identical twins, Isolte and Viola started life as one. They were inseparable as children – they slept together, played together and learned together. Their hippie mother left the city to raise them as wild children. They didn’t know their father; they didn’t need to. “I’ve started a new dynasty,” their mother said. “You don’t […]

Jennifer Aniston: out for dinner

Gilmore Girls star Alexis Bledel looked stunning in her black and white Pamella Roland cut-out dress at the LA premiere of her TV movie, Remember Sunday, yesterday – but it was the ring on her finger that really had people talking. The 31-year-old showed off her gorgeous new engagement ring, a round-cut diamond on a […]

Suri Cruise turns seven today, but her father Tom Cruise won’t be seeing her on her big day. The Oblivion star revealed to Ryan Seacrest on his KIIS-FM radio show that he has already celebrated her birthday. “I take care of the kids early,” Tom told Ryan. As for buying Suri presents, Tom said that […]

New Zealand – take note of Willy Moon. The former Wellingtonian, who is now based in London, is causing a stir in Europe and the US with his blend of ‘50s pop, rock ‘n’ roll and hip-hop. His breakthrough song, Yeah Yeah, was used as the soundtrack for an iPod ad, but there are other gems here. […]

An adaptation of Jack Kerouac's classic beatnik novel.

Sharon and her husband Ozzy Osbourne may be on the rocks. Sharon (60) and the Black Sabbath rocker (64) were spotted without their wedding rings amidst claims the couple of more than 30 years have been living apart. Living 3km apart, Sharon has been staying in a Beverly Hills hotel while her new home is […]

Their first wedding in 2005 was a low-key civil ceremony, but when Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso renewed their wedding vows in the Caribbean over the weekend they made up for all the shortcomings of their first big day. Matt reportedly spent around $1.2 million to rent out the island of St Lucia’s […]

George Duncan is 65% of what women require from a man, but unfortunately for him, the minimum is apparently 70%. At least that’s what one woman cruelly told him as she packed her bags. Now, the 48-year-old is convinced this is why he’s still single. But all that changes when he rescues a crane that has been hit by an […]

Pregnant reality star Kim Kardashian and her legal team have listed her mother and manager Kris Jenner as a witness in Kim’s upcoming divorce case. According to documents obtained by television network E! News, matriarch Kris and Kim’s estranged husband Kris Humphries are two of six witnesses who will take the stand in the case […]

It seems Charlize Theron and Seth MacFarlane may be doing the dance of love off screen.

Meryl Streep won her third Oscar for playing Margaret Thatcher in the 2011 film The Iron Lady and the star was quick to pay tribute to Britain’s former prime minister following her death on Monday. “Margaret Thatcher was a pioneer, willingly or unwillingly, for the role of women in politics,” said Meryl in a statement. Photo/Getty […]

Heather Morris – who plays the ditzy cheerleader Brittany on the hit TV show Glee – is pregnant.

We’ve been waiting since 2006 for the follow-up to Justin Timberlake’s Grammy-winning FutureSex/LoveSounds, and after several mediocre acting projects, JT is back doing what he does best on this groove heavy album. With tracks around seven minutes long, it’s a CD that rewards repeat listening. R&B blends with 1950s lounge in Suit & Tie and […]

With All My Love is the story of three women from three generations, bound together by the loveable yet complex Jeff. When Valerie nears retirement, she decides to move to a small town in southern Spain. Leaving behind a life of struggle, lies and tragedy, she is keen to find the harmony her life has […]

Despite all efforts to free herself from a miserable marriage, 25-year-old Elizabeth still finds herself aching for a life of love and passion.

Glee star Lea Michele (26) is supporting her co-star and boyfriend Cory Monteith (30) as he enters rehab for substance addiction. “I love and support Cory and will stand by him through this,” Lea told People magazine. “I am grateful and proud he made this decision.” “He really, really inspires me, and he motivates me […]

Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman are considering renewing their wedding vows.

British songstress Dido recorded her fourth album while pregnant with her first child, singing her songs while her son, Stanley, was kicking inside her. And there’s an optimism on the album that befits her new status, with songs such as the ethereal Go Dreaming and the title track – her 18-month-old’s favourite lullaby. Dido’s vocals […]

People magazine's 2011 Sexiest Man Alive, Bradley Cooper, is off the market!

American Idol host Ryan Seacrest has split from his girlfriend of nearly three years.

Book review of The Accidental Husband by Jane Green.

The adorable baby boxer was a gift from the basketball player to his wife of three years.

Mother-of-two Lily Cooper, nee Allen, has admitted she’s bored with her life as a mum. The 27-year-old Smile singer, who gave birth to her second child Marnie two months ago, shared her frustration with fans on Twitter. “Sometimes I wish I had better things to do with my time than change nappies, cook dinner, watch […]

Lady Gaga has denied reports that she and her boyfriend Taylor Kinney are planning to tie the knot. The Sunreported yesterday that Gaga’s close friend, DJ Starlight, revealed that the Bad Romance singer calls her boyfriend of almost two years “the one” and is ready to make things official. “From all I’ve heard, I don’t […]

Kelly Osbourne was rushed from the set of her TV show Fashion Police after she collapsed.

A scare saw her rush to the doctor in fear she was having a miscarriage.

Toni Collette reunites with Muriel’s Wedding director PJ Hogan and shines in this quirky comedy as Shaz, a hitchhiker with a chip on her shoulder.

Canadian twins Tegan and Sara have moved into new territory with their seventh album, moving from indie rock into a softer pop sound that’s surprisingly more powerful. Nobody can criticise the openly gay duo, who first hit the airwaves in 1996, of selling out for a commercial sound – Now I’m All Messed Up is […]

Adele has a miniature version of the award for her four-month-old son, reportedly named Angelo.

Vicky Tyler reviews 'The Universe Versus Alex Woods'.

This is a great DVD to add to the collection, with a mix of feel-good Motown hits and moments of emotional strife.

Coronation Street star Michael Le Vell has made his first court appearance over alleged child sex offences. The actor, who plays mechanic Kevin Webster on the popular soap, was tearful as he left the court in Manchester. The 48-year-old has been charged with 19 offences, including seven counts of sexual activity with a child. The […]

Much like the TV series – which presents urban life with refreshing honesty – this album is filled with tracks that show life isn’t all one note or one mood. There are boogie-worthy tunes, including Robyn’s Dancing on My Own and Icona Pop’s I Don’t Care, gorgeous singalongs from US indie bands White Sea and […]

Jennifer Aniston has reportedly been upsetting the cast and crew of her new film. Workers on the Untitled Elmore Leonard Project, currently being filmed in Connecticut, say that the actress has been isolating herself from her co-workers. “Every day at lunch the entire cast and crew head to a cafeteria facility where they all sit […]

Britney Spears’ hair was the buzz of the party.

The official Oscar winners list of the Academy Awards 2013.

Accident-prone star Kelly Osbourne has injured herself again – this time spraining her ankle. But the injury might have been the better of two evils, as the star revealed she sustained the injury because she almost fell into a public toilet. “Got my shoe stuck in a bathroom drain. I was faced with spraining my […]

Jenna Miscavige Hill’s book will answer every question about Scientology, and then some.

Kris Jenner is facing more accusations about her parenting abilities and her management of the Kardashian clan. In Touch magazine reports that the famous “momanger” is scrambling to save her Kardashianempire, which is crumbling under rumours she pushed her daughter Kim to marry basketball player Kris Humphries in a multimillion televised ceremony. Pregnant Kim is […]

This was billed as a Christmas special, though there isn’t a piece of tinsel or a turkey in sight. It’s set in early autumn, when the Crawleys head to Scotland for a shooting party. Meanwhile, the staff are left behind at Downton, where they get up to their fair share of mischief. There’s drama, a […]

Pregnant singer Jessica Simpson is considering another unconventional name for her second child. Sources say the 32-year-old – who named her nine-month-old daughter Maxwell – is considering the name Ace for her baby, who she recently revealed is a boy. “[She’s] told people she’s going to name the baby Ace!” the source told Us Weekly […]

This is an album riddled with soft rock guilty pleasures for enthusiasts.

Michael Jackson’s eldest son Prince Michael Jackson has landed a job as a correspondent for Entertainment Tonight.

The singer is reported to be losing millions after she cancelled her remaining 25 concerts

Fergie and her husband, actor Josh Duhamel, are going to be parents for the first time.

Coronation Street star Michael Le Vell has been written out of the UK soap.

Sixteen months after filing for divorce from Kris, Kim (32) is still not legally separated from her husband.

The couple were recently spotted with a baby near their Los Angeles home

Quentin Tarantino’s film Django Unchained is must-see cinema – and the soundtrack to this Western epic about slavery is equally unmissable. The film combines classic Western tracks from the likes of composer Ennio Morricone with original songs from rapper Rick Ross, such as quirky hip-hop track 100 Black Coffins, and John Legend’s haunting Who Did […]

Four-year-old Vivienne Jolie-Pitt is already a big earner. The daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pittis reportedly taking in $3570 a week for her role in her mother’s new film “Maleficent.” Vivienne has a small part playing a young Princess Aurora in the film, a re-telling of “Sleeping Beauty” that’s due for release in 2014. […]

Bradley Cooper (38) might be nursing a hangover today after his wild night at the post-Baftas party.

Book review of 'Don't Let Me Go' by Susan Lewis.

Three of New Zealand’s finest female artists were magic together on their sell-out Church Tour last year, and the delightful trio’s music lives on in their studio collaboration.

Opening with the horrific suicide of Flora Patterson, Forgive Me is a captivating tale that has all the ingredients of a great summer read. Flora’s eldest daughter, Eva, believes that all is well in the world. With her rebellious years behind her, a secure job and a stable life, she is left traumatised when she […]

Russell Brand and Demi Moore have struck an unlikely friendship.

Much has been made of how the cast of Les Misérbales sung live on set to deliver authentic acting performances.

It’s believed Beyonce is planning to perform live at the Super Bowl.

Justin Bieber has shocked fans with his behaviour at a recent meet and greet event in Miami.

Kiwi singer Lorde, real name Ella Yelich-O’Connor, has made her debut on the cover of US music bible Rolling Stone.

It’s every mother’s worst nightmare to lose a child, but for Hattie Shepherd it becomes her reality at the tender age of 17. Sitting cross-legged on the floor, a twin on each knee, she holds her babies close as they die from pneumonia – an illness that could have been easily cured. It’s a very […]

All that Glitters is a surprisingly easy read – perfect for a late-summer weekend at the beach. This is a fantastic book that lovers of a good chick-lit mystery will enjoy.

Matthew Mosshart, a vegan baker, popped the question a few weeks before Christmas.

American R&B singer Keyshia Cole has been guilty in the past of sounding like a low-rent Mary J Blige, but her identity crisis has ended on fifth album Woman to Woman. Enough of No Love shows off her trademark smooth sound, but there are also a few surprises. Stubborn starts off like a ‘90s slow […]

The only fault with the EP, released to coincide with an Australian tour, is that there aren’t enough songs on it.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué have announced the arrival of their baby boy.

Demi, was described as “very giddy” during another date with Harry at the South Beverly Grill.

Mother-of-two Maggie Gyllenhaal is the latest name to be put forward for the coveted role of Anastasia Steele in the film of best-selling book “Fifty Shades of Grey.” Although Anastasia is in her early twenties, 35-year-old Maggie is said to be gunning for the sexy role after she posed in a recent Agent Provocateur lingerie […]

The 23-year-old was reportedly on the prowl at the Golden Globe Awards on Monday.

Hollywood is buzzing with rumours that Jodie Foster's good friend Mel Gibson is in fact the father of her two sons.

It’s long been thought that the magazine industry is one of great glamour, excitement, freebies and endless supplies of nail polish. While some of that is true (we have a nail polish drawer in the Weekly’s office that’s overflowing with every colour under the sun) not much is ever made of the challenging, gritty and […]

Even if holiday overindulgence has steered you away from the kitchen, save room for this morsel of French comedy, Le Chef.