Ten Things You Never Knew About Claudia Winkleman

Claudia Winkleman's appointment as the host of Film 2010 earlier this week came as a surprise to many. However, for her fans, who have fallen in love with her witty, warm and idiosyncratic presenting style over six series of It Takes Two, she is the perfect choice to take over from Jonathan Ross at the BBC movie show's helm. But how much do you know about Miss Winkleman? Here are ten fast facts about the TV presenter and mother-of-two.1. Claudia...

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Paathshala

There are few films, a star does for friendship and some with the lure of working under a big banner, irrespective of their content. An extremely choosy actor Shahid Kapoor after giving big hits like Vivaah, Jab We Met and Kaminey has been giving duds like Dil Bole Hadippa (Yash Raj Films), Chance Pe Dance (UTV) and an equally bad follow up with Paathshaala. Shahid’s friendship with producer of the film, ace choreographer Ahmed Khan is well known....

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Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai

They don’t make ‘em like they used to. Those wholesome take-home-to-Mama type of chicks.And they don’t make such innocent yeh-kahan-aa-gaye-hum rom-coms either. So naturally, or not so naturally, writer-turned- director Milap Zaveri gets his heroine, the toothy, endearing wholesome and fetching Jacqueline Fernandez to fly down to earth from Venus.One-way, business-class.Women we were always told, were from Venus. Now we’ve proof of that.Many of this...

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Lovato, Jonas Brothers for summer tour

Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers are teaming up for a Camp Rock themed summer tour.The tour is scheduled to begin July 27 with a concert in Dallas, TX, the same day the Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam soundtrack will be released, according to Live Nation.The US leg of the tour will end on October 17 in Raleigh, NC. International dates are expected, but have yet to be announced.The sequel to the hit TV movie Camp Rock will premiere September 3 on the...

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Faith Hill open to launching fashion line

Faith Hill has admitted that she would like to start her own fashion line.The singer told The AP that if the right opportunity presented itself, she would be open to the idea."If the right opportunity presents itself, I can guarantee you it would be my passion, and I would put my heart and soul into making it the best it could possibly be," she said.The country star said that she has already identified her target market."I would design for the women...

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Amy, Blake 'plan second honeymoon'

Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil are planning to take a second honeymoon in Cuba, a report has claimed.The reunited couple will jet off together as soon as Fielder-Civil's court-ordered curfew is lifted, according to The Sun.It is thought that the pair started plotting the romantic break after becoming fans of Cuban cigars.A source said: "Smoking cigars is their new thing. It all started when Amy bought a pack of Romeo y Julieta for Blake, because...

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Gymnast Kerri Strug marries boyfriend

Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug has married her attorney boyfriend in Tucson, according to People.The gold medalist, who performed while injured during the 1996 games in Atlanta, tied the knot with Robert Fischer in her Arizona hometown yesterday."Robert always wants to make me happy. He's a little old-fashioned. He really courted me, and for a while. To this day, he still gives me flowers on a regular basis," she said.She reportedly wore a Pronovias...

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'We're rallying around Bernie'

Coleen Nolan has vowed to do all she can to help sister Bernie following the news that the former Bill actress has breast cancer.Bernie yesterday announced that she is suffering from the disease, but said that she would not let the illness defeat her.Speaking to The Mirror, Coleen confirmed that the Nolan family is determined to support Bernie throughout the battle ahead.The Loose Women star commented: "She's so strong, she's really holding it all...

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Alan Sillitoe dies, aged 82

Alan Sillitoe has died at the age of 82.The author's family confirmed that he had passed away at London's Charing Cross Hospital, BBC News reports.Sillitoe was best known for his stories Saturday Night and Sunday Morning and The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner, which were made into classic 1960s British films directed by Karel Reisz and Tony Richardson respectivelyHis son David said the hoped his father would be remembered for his contribution...

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Perry 'smokes through wedding stress'

Katy Perry is reportedly smoking because of the stress her upcoming wedding to Russell Brand.The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer is rumoured to be engaged to Brand and is said to be considering hypnotherapy to help her quit smoking ahead of the nuptials.According to The Mirror, Perry told a friend: "I'm stressed out with the wedding and I keep smoking to calm my nerves. I do it even though I know it is really bad for me and I know I need to stop."So I'm...

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'I didn't like conforming'

Lee Ryan has said that he did not like his early days as a member of boyband Blue because he did not enjoy having to conform.The singer-songwriter told the Metro that he "hated" having to fit in and suggested that he had an identity crisis.Ryan said: "A lot of people go through that and that first transitional stage."All my early 20s, I hated completely. I just didn't know who I was. Society puts a strain to conform and stand in line which I hate...

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Scherzinger wants special needs music camp

Dancing With The Stars contestant Nicole Scherzinger has said that she wants so start a music camp for people with special needs.Speaking to Los Angeles's Talk radio station, the Pussycat Dolls singer said the idea was inspired by her aunt, who has Down's syndrome."I grew up with my aunt who is actually younger than me because my grandmother had her at an older age and she has Down's syndrome," the 31-year-old said."I used to tell my girls in the...

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Lily Allen to front fashion TV show?

Lily Allen has reportedly signed a deal with Channel 4 to host a reality TV fashion show.The programme will be the singer-songwriter's first return to presenting after the second series of BBC3's Lily Allen and Friends ended two years ago.A source told Metro: "They've already started filming it. They're spending quite a lot on each show and there will be a couple of episodes following Lily in her new life in fashion."A Channel 4 spokeswoman reportedly...

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Denise Welch makes cocaine confession

Denise Welch has admitted that she snorted cocaine on the Coronation Street set during her time as a cast member on the soap.Speaking candidly about her drug habit for the first time, the actress explained that she first started using the Class A substance when she was in her 20s, but developed a more serious problem in 1989 while suffering from depression following the birth of her eldest son.Welch confessed that her "lowest moment" came when she...

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'I want to live to 199'

Burt Reynolds has claimed that he feels "fabulous" and wants "to live to 199".The 74-year-old, who underwent a quintuple bypass surgery in March, insisted that he had no idea his arteries were closed.Speaking to People, Reynolds said: "I was a heart attack waiting to happen. My doctor said I needed to undergo bypass surgery immediately. I went home and shaved then had the operation the next day."Five days later, Reynolds was out of hospital and exercising....

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'I don't get asked to strip in films'

Melanie Griffith has claimed that she no longer gets offered roles involving screen nudity.The actress, who has previously stripped for the films Ha-Gan and Night Moves, insisted that it saddens her that the Hollywood industry treats older women in an unfair way.Speaking to Hello, the 52-year-old said: "They don't ask me to take my clothes off in movies anymore! It's so sad!"This industry is terrible for women of a certain age. But if you're positive...

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'Kourtney weighs less than me'

Kim Kardashian has claimed that her sister Kourtney weighs less than she does after having a baby.The oldest Kardashian sister, who recently celebrated her 31st birthday, gave birth to her first child last year.Speaking to Us Weekly, Kim said: "My sister weighs less than I do, and she just had a baby, so that's kind of fascinating to me! She looks amazing!"It was recently reported that Kim was beaten by ex-husband Damon Thomas during their marri...

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Bundchen 'would accept saggy breasts'

isele Bundchen has insisted that she doesn't mind if her body goes through changes.The supermodel, who has a 4-month-old baby with NFL star Tom Brady, revealed that she plans to have a big family.Speaking to Hello, Bunchen said: "I want to have lots of children. It doesn't matter if my body changes. It is the most marvellous thing."They sometimes say that your breasts begin to sag, but I couldn't care less."Bundchen recently described herself as...

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Bret Michaels 'remains in critical condition'

Bret Michaels has reportedly remained in critical condition.Michaels, who suffered a brain haemorrhage and was then stabilised at hospital, has been in intensive care since his arrival and doctors are still in search of the source of his bleeding, according to People.A post on Michaels's official website read: "At this point Bret remains in ICU in critical condition. He is under 24-hour doctors' care and supervision. We are hopeful that further tests...

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Ronaldo invites Kardashian to World Cup?

Kim Kardashian has reportedly been invited by Cristiano Ronaldo to join him in South Africa at this summer's World Cup.The reality TV star - who recently split from boyfriend Reggie Bush - apparently began dating the Portuguese winger earlier this month.According to Showbiz Spy, Ronaldo has been strictly instructed not to get distracted ahead of the finals, but he is refusing to listen."Cristiano has already been advised to be careful and not get...

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Kim Kardashian Gets Naked

Kim Kardashian is nude and unretouched inside the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar. And yes, she looks really good in the photo!The curvy socialite took off all her clothes for Harper's Bazaar's lucky photographers for a photo that shows almost all of it, but at the same time hides a lot (bummer!)Kardashian accepted to be photographed nude for the upscale magazine under the condition that her photos were not touched up. "She wants to be herself and...

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Pamela Anderson Owes a Lot of Money

Pamela Anderson has made it into a most wanted list again, but this time it's not a "most wanted for sex celebrity", but a "most wanted delinquent taxpayer"!The Baywatch star is among 250 citizens and companies that owe over $100,000 to the IRS this year.The California Franchise Tax Board released its annual list of delinquent taxpayers this past Monday, and Pammy's name is way up on the list, with a whopping $493,000 debt in personal income tax.To...

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Picture Perfect

In the market for a new camera phone, Alessandra Ambrosio was spotted checking out a few of the Blackberry handheld devices in New York City on Friday afternoon (April 23).Finally finding what she was looking for, the Victoria's Secret beauty snapped a few test shots before leaving the shop with her new purchase.During the course of the afternoon outing, the 29-year-old also grabbed up a bite to eat at the popular Bar Pitti restaurant in the West...

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Out With Honor In NYC

Opting for a city stroll, Jessica Alba and her daughter Honor Marie were seen out and about in New York City today (April 23).The “Good Luck Chuck” actress and her adorable little girl took in the big city sights while chatting away on the phone.Jessica is in the Big Apple for the Tribeca Film Festival and spent the day yesterday promoting the new eco-documentary “Climate of Change.”Prior to her arrival in NYC, Ms. Alba was in Washington DC to raise...

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Michelle "Bombshell" McGee Strips Down In Sin City

Trying to pull in as much cash as she can from the Jesse James affair scandal, Michelle "Bombshell" McGee was out at the Deja Vu Adult Emporium in Las Vegas on Friday night (April 23).Prior to her show at the Hustler Corporation owned club, the mistress of James signed posters - and some breasts - for $20 a pop.Once finished with the autograph session, Miss McGee proceeded to dance for two songs as clubgoers cheered her on from the side of the stage.Dancing...

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Dina Lohan Steps Up To Defend Lindsay

With all sorts of drama surrounding the family, Dina Lohan has jumped to the defense of her oft-troubled daughter, Lindsay Lohan.Stemming from an incident on Thursday (April 22), Dina has voiced her total disapproval of ex-husband Michael Lohan's decision to take Los Angeles Country Sheriff's Department deputies to Lindsay's apartment for an attempted "welfare check" on her sister, Ali.Talking to People magazine, Dina tells, "They scared the hell...

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"Iron Man 2" Stars Step Out In LA

pending the afternoon on the blue carpet, some of the biggest names in Hollywood teamed up for press duties at the Four Seasons Hotel in Los Angeles, California on Friday (April 23).Having just flown into town from NYC, Gwyneth Paltrow looked elegant in a fancy grey frock as she joined co-stars Robert Downey Jr and Scarlett Johansson to attend a photo call for their new movie, "Iron Man 2".Also on-hand for the Paramount Pictures/Marvel Entertainment...

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Chace Crawford's London Love

Having recently returned to the States, it seems as if Chace Crawford may have gone and left his heart in London.While the seriousness is still unknown, rumors tell that the "Gossip Girl" hunk got chummy with a blonde actress known simply as Tessa.Stuck in the UK longer than expected after flight cancellations due to the volcanic ash from Iceland, Chace was introduced to Tessa by a mutual friend - with the twosome pairing up for a dinner date at...

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Top-Earning Pinkberry Papa

Spending time with family as he recovers from injury, David Beckham was spotted with his three boys in Beverly Hills on Friday (April 23).Joined also by wife Victoria, the English soccer stud hobbled around as the gang made their way to the Pinkberry frozen yogurt store for a chilly treat.The sighting comes just as it was announced that Beckham, who is suffering from a ruptured Achilles' tendon, was named as soccer's "highest earner" by Forbes.The...

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Gul Panag reveals stalker 'trauma'

Gul Panag has claimed that she is being stalked.The actress, who was crowned Miss India in 1999, said that she feels distressed by the constant phone calls and text messages."So I have finally joined the club of those being stalked," she posted on her Twitter page."It's not fun. Calls, SMSes the works!! Harassment trauma... just got five calls from him. He is awake now after having been up all night calling me. Solution: I don't pick [up] phone!...

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Paris Hilton is Single Again

Despite marriage plans and lots of hints about a big wedding, Paris Hilton and her boyfriend Doug Reinhardt have split again.According to E! News, the two spent Easter separately. Paris was with her family in Palm Springs and Dough in Aspen with his.A source says that Reinhardt was talking about trying to patch things up, though: "He was in Aspen with his dad this weekend and was considering stopping by Vegas on the drive back, but changed his mind....

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Anna Paquin Bisexual Trouble?

Anna Paquin is in the middle of a new controversy this week, after she announced a few days ago that she is bisexual.In a video ad campaign for the launch of Cyndi Lauper's project "Give A Damn", Paquin said "I'm Anna Paquin. I'm bisexual, and I give a damn", and that was enough for all hell to break loose for the gorgeous Canadian actress.Granted, she is now receiving tons of fan mail from other bisexual women and men who admire her courage to come...

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Jessica Biel Makes It To Miami

Having taken a day-breaking flight out of LAX Airport in Los Angeles earlier in the day, Jessica Biel was spotted jetting into Miami International Airport on Friday (April 23).Making for quite the long morning of traveling, the "Powder Blue" bag tiredly toted her belongings out to an awaiting car for transport to a nearby hotel.Meanwhile, Jessica continues to look forward to what will be a busy summer of promoting, as on June 11th she'll usher in...

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Kendra Wilkinson's Beautiful Backside

Often having been mentioned in "Best Backside" polls, Kendra Wilkinson is known for having quite the fit and fine physique - as she's shown it off to the world many a times.Rising the ranks of celebrity via a big boost from Hugh Hefner, the E! reality star has since moved on from the Playboy life to that of mother and wife.Having welcomed son Hank Baskett IV into the world this past December, Miss Wilkinson may have cooled down her partying ways...

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Tiger Woods Pens Message To His Fans

Though he's troubled in his personal life with headlines this week unanimously indicating that a divorce may be rapidly approaching, Tiger Woods continues to push forth with his immersion back into the PGA Tour.With his wife, Elin Nordegren, and two children, Sam and Charlie, currently overseas in Sweden, the scandal-plagued golf star took to his blog to update fans on his life's happenings.Having signed up for three more events in late April/May,...

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Bret Michaels Hospitalized In Critical Condition

Currently struggling with life-threatening health issues, Bret Michaels is back in the hospital following painful headaches which culminated in bleeding at the base of his brain stem.According to People magazine reports, the 47-year-old singer turned reality star is listed in critical condition at an undisclosed hospital after being rushed to get help late Thursday night.Suffering from a massive subarachnoid hemorrhage, a People insider tells, "After...

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Megan Fox not game for one-night stands

Megan Fox says the idea of one-night stands makes her sick and that she has slept with just two men.Apart from her current boyfriend, actor Brian Austin Green, the 23-year-old beauty says she's only been with her childhood boyfriend."I've only been with two men my entire life. My childhood sweetheart and Brian. I can never have sex with someone that I don't love, ever. The idea makes me sick. I've never even come close to having a one-night stand,"...

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Fabulous Lingerie Lady

Showing off her fabulous figure, Natalia Vodianova took part in a recent spring/summer 2010 ad campaign shoot.Swapping in and out of a number of outfits, the 28-year-old Russian beauty sported lingerie, swimwear and casual garb as photogs eagerly snapped up shots.The lovely model also continues to test her hand in the world of cinema, as she stars in the recently released movie "Clash of the Titans".Having hit theaters earlier this month, "Clash...

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Suspected Of Theft

She doesn’t have the most pristine legal record out there, and now it seems Lindsay Lohan may be fingered for another crime.The troubled “Mean Girls” actress has been questioned by police in connection with the theft of a Rolex watch valued at $35,000.According to a report, the cops have photographic evidence that LiLo knows the whereabouts of the pricey timepiece, though she has denied that she lifted it.Lohan’s lawyer Shawn Chapman Holley explained,...

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Sexy In Sussex

Getting in some mother-daughter bonding, Katie Price was spotted out and about with her daughter Princess in Sussex, England today (April 23).The UK glamour girl looked a bit cranky as she carried her little girl while shutterbugs swarmed around her.In related news, it seems Katie is starting to boss her new husband Alex Reid around a bit- and has ordered him to go on a diet.“In their business, image is everything. Kate is worried if he lets himself...

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Sarah Palin Testifies Against Email Hacker

While it’s no secret that she received a plethora of criticism during her 2008 campaign with Presidential candidate John McCain, it seems Sarah Palin also suffered an attack from a computer hacker.And earlier today (April 23) the former Governor of Alaska testified in a Tennessee court against a former college student accused of illegally accessing her email account.David Kernell is suspected of hacking into Palin’s personal email account and posting...

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Braless Beauty

Never shy when it comes to wardrobe decisions, Kate Moss stepped out sans bra in London on Friday afternoon (April 23).The catwalk cutie smiled for paparazzi as she ran a few errands including picking up some clothes from the local dry cleaners.From there, Miss Moss continued on to a local pub, where she met fiance Jamie Hince for a relaxing week-ending meal.Meanwhile, Kate was out on the town the previous night, as she partied the night away at...

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'Butler is not in my film'

Priyanka Chopra has denied that she got Gerard Butler a part in her new movie.Indian tabloids had suggested that Chopra has a romantic relationship with Butler and had secured him a role in her latest film Saat Khoon Maaf.However, Chopra, who has reportedly reunited with Shahid Kapoor, called the rumours false and said that many journalists have wild imaginations."Guys just to clarify things… Gerard Butler is not in Saat Khoon Maaf. I don’t know...

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Sandra Bullock Getting a Divorce

Sandra Bullock is not taking her husband back despite him having checked himself into rehab to treat his sex addiction. According to Radar Online, Sandra Bullock has already prepared divorce papers against Jesse James. A source close to the soon to be dissolved couple said that "her attitude against Jesse hasn't softened since she found out he was cheating on her. She's been betrayed and cheated on and she's not getting over that."After Jesse James...

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Lisa Rinna's Erect Nipples

Lisa Rinna may be close to 50 years old, but she still "has it". What's even better, she's proud to show it. Accompanied by her husband Harry Hamlin, the actress attended a movie premiere on Wednesday night, dressed in a purple-colored dress and no bra.That means that her generously sized tits were bouncing freely at the rhythm of her walking, and despite their lack of a bra constrain, those bad boys weren't looking saggy at all. On the contrary,...

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Khan's wax statue moves to Hong Kong

Shah Rukh Khan's wax statue has been moved to the Madame Tussauds museum in Hong Kong.The wax likeness of the actor, 44, normally resides in London's Madame Tussauds but is being lent to the Hong Kong branch for three months.The figure of the Bollywood star will be displayed alongside the likes of Jackie Chan, Harrison Ford and Johnny Depp in the World Premier section."Madame Tussauds Hong Kong has been receiving many more tourists from India in...

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