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Friday, June 17, 2011

Copycat Queen: Lady Gaga steals more of Madonna's iconic 80s style in her new music video Edge of Glory

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


80's tribute: Lady Gaga's new music video Edge of Glory take more style inspiration from Madonna in the 80's


She took a lot of flack for her sins the first time, but it would seem it did not deter Lady Gaga from taking even more style notes from Madonna in her latest music video, Edge of Glory.

After receiving a barrage of criticism for copying Madonna's musical style with Born This Way, the 25-year-old singer has seemingly gone one further and boldly copied the Queen of Pop yet again.

Provocative, raunchy and reminiscent of a number of Madonna's iconic chart hits, Gaga has today released what would appear to be the ultimate 80s tribute video.


On the edge: One of Gaga's seductive dance routines see her hanging off the edge of a fire escape in New York


Scantily-clad and displaying an array of seductive dance moves and facial expressions, Gaga's new chart offering is undoubtedly going to be a Summer smash, but whether Madonna's fan base will approve is yet to be revealed.

Gaga's own loyal fan base are unlikely to be disappointed as the track itself is tipped to be yet another Summer anthem.

The Poker Face singer's new video for the Edge of Glory sees her gyrating up and down a dimly lit fire escape, quite literally on 'the edge' of a apartment block in New York.


Trend setter: One of Madonna's iconic 80's looks in as Nikki Finn in the hit 1987 movie, Who's that Girl


Channelling looks from Madonna's performance in Who's That Girl, with cropped blonde hair, leather studded attire and flat cap, Gaga's appearance has many comparisons to Madonna's iconic role as Nikki Finn in the 1987 hit movie.

Gaga's dance moves are also reminiscent of the 1983 musical, Flash Dance, proving there is little originality in the entertainer's latest video offering.


Inspired: A number of Gaga's dance routines in the video are similar to those in the hit musical Flash Dance


One thing that Gaga is likely to receive praise for is her use of wardrobe designs from Gianni Versace's last collection.

The studded, leather ensemble comprised of a selection of leather belts and braces, heavy gold jewellery and paired with a large pair of black jewel-embellished knickers.

With her eyes adorned with thick black eye-liner and teamed with a monochrome cropped wig, there is no mistaking the singer's intentions to pack her own style punch.


Original: Actress Jennifer Beal performs one of the iconic dance scenes in the 1983 hit, Flash Dance


Rolling around on the pavement and kissing the curb, Gaga's angry performance fits neatly into her current political bid to pass marriage equality in the State of New York.

While promoting the release of her new single yesterday, Gaga snapped up the opportunity to encourage her American fans to vote for marriage equality by tweeting: 'Today we are on the Edge of Glory and 1 vote away for marriage equality passing in New York State'

Shortly after she reiterated with: 'Attention Little Monsters URGENT. Call your Senators, and help legalize Gay Marriage in NY TODAY. Justice.'



Stepping up: A scantily-clad Gaga scales a fire escape down the side of a dimly lit apartment block in New York





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Katie Holmes takes her proud parents to see her win Women In Film award

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Big night: Katie Holmes poses with her mother Kathleen and father Martin at the Women In Film Max Mara Face Of The Future Award presentation in Beverly Hills


Katie Holmes brought her parents along to a glitzy awards show last night.

The 32-year-old actress is seen here posing with her mother Kathleen and father Martin at the Women In Film Max Mara Face Of The Future Award presentation in Beverly Hills.

And it was clear to see the striking resemblance between Katie and her mum.



Looking good: The actress turned heads as she arrived to the glitzy event, where she received an award


It was a big night for the former Dawson's Creek star, who picked up the Women in Film Face of the Future trophy.

The gong recognised her work in the industry and potential to have a long Hollywood career.

And clearly the star was keen for her philanthropist mother and divorce lawyer father to share in her success.

Katie, who is the youngest of five children, may have had her fair share of red carpet fashion disasters, but last night she looked a million dollars.


Bronzed and beautiful: She showed off her figure and glowing skin in a form-fitting black and white dress


Winner: She picked up the Women in Film Face of the Future trophy, seen here posing with Jenna Elfman


The mother of one was looking bronzed and beautiful, showing off her figure in a form-fitting black and white dress.

She teamed the short ensemble, which showed off the glowing skin and toned legs to full effect, with a pair of beige heels.

Speaking to the Press at the event, which was held in the Beverly Hilton Hotel's International Ballroom, Holmes said she would like to play 'someone glamorous, a combination of Grace Kelly and Marilyn Monroe'.


Bright and breezy: Elle Fanning, 13, wore a pretty turquoise prom dress to the glitzy event


Take a seat: Seen here sitting down to dinner inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel's International Ballroom


She said: 'They're very different but bring together in one character that ladylike feeling and that pain and also the strength. It's something I'm interested in exploring.'

Other attendees at the awards show included Annette Bening, who turned up alongside husband Warren Beatty.

Elle Fanning was another VIP, with the 13-year-old opting for a pretty turquoise prom dress.

And Brittany Snow, Rose McGowan, Cote de Pablo, Garcelle Beauvais and Jenna Elfman, were also at the ceremony.



Bit of all white: Actresses Brittany Snow, left, and Julie Benz both went for mid-length dresses

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Kerry Katona is dropped by agent Claire Powell amid reports she 'blew her last chance'

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


Dropped: Kerry Katona, pictured at her local YMCA today, has been dumped by her management CAN Associates


Kerry Katona has been dropped by her agent after she allegedly blew her last chance to save her career.

CAN Associates, which is run by Claire Powell, yesterday ended their working relationship with the troubled reality TV star and today confirmed they were no longer representing her.

They said: 'We can confirm that we no longer manage Kerry Katona.'

Adding that they had nothing further to say on the matter, they wouldn't give a reason for dropping the former pop star from their books.

Kerry was pictured looking in high spirits today, despite the potentially devastating blow to her career, as she arrived at her local YMCA with son Max.

The reality star, wrapped up against the unseasonably cold weather, smiled for the cameras.


Parting ways: Claire Powell (left, pictured with Katona in March) and CAN Associates today confirmed they had dropped Katona but wouldn't give a reason


Reports today claimed that CAN decided enough was enough after the star went on a six-hour drinking session on Wednesday night.

And the agency was said to be fed up that she wasn't putting any effort into rescuing her career.

Kerry, 30, was seen looking rather worse for wear as she left the May Fair hotel in the small hours of Thursday morning.


Was this the reason she was dropped? Kerry looked worse for wear as she left a six-hour drinking session which reportedly cost her her contract with her agent


She should have been attending the 21st birthday celebrations of TOWIE star Amy Childs, who is also represented by CAN.

CAN clients typically attend events together, and the Mail Online noted that Kerry was a surprising no show on the night.

A story in the Daily Star today suggested that not only did the drinking session cost her her agent, but that her snubbing the party also contributed.


One too many? Kerry was snapped sitting on a porter's trolley with her head in bag at the end of the night


A source claimed to the Daily Star: 'We rescued Kerry from obscurity a year ago.

'We have spent a lot of money cleaning up her image. We have given her a whole new image, new clothes, a new life and she has blown it all.'

Kerry signed to CAN in March last year as her career and public profile took a huge nosedive.


Parting ways: Claire Powell, seen here with celebrity clients Peter Andre and Amy Childs, dropped Kerry from her books yesterday


She had just split from her second husband Mark Croft, had been caught taking cocaine on camera and was declared bankrupt.

As part of her contract with CAN, she was banned from using drugs and subjected to regular testing, and banned from reuniting with Croft.

She was settled into a new home, adopted a new look which included a strict exercise and diet regime and starred in the sixth series of Dancing On Ice, which gave her career a much needed boost.



Pre-CAN: Kerry and Mark Croft before they split in 2009 and she signed with Powell

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Fag Ash Cole: Chelsea star snapped puffing away on a cigarette during LA holiday

By GEORGINA LITTLEJOHN

Don't let Abramovich see you! Ashley Cole takes a drag on his cigarette as he is driven through Beverly Hills to meet his friends for lunch


He's supposed to be one of the country's top professional sportsmen who is paid a phenomenally huge amount of money for his skills.

But clearly no one's told Ashley Cole that smoking is not only bad for his health but for his career too.

The Chelsea and England star was snapped puffing away on a cigarette as he enjoyed his summer break.

The 30-year-old defender was seen taking a deep drag as he sat in the back of a car as he drove through Los Angeles.

Wearing a Panama hat, he seemed oblivious to the cameras as he puffed away without a care in the world.


And exhale: Ashley blows out his smoke as he takes in the view from the car window


Ashley is in the Californian city on a boys' holiday as he enjoys some time off from his Premiership and European Championship duties.

And as the old adage goes, boys will be boys, none more so than Ashley and his buddies who have been making the most of their Golden State break.


Not quitting yet then? Ashley is snapped having another cigarette as he had lunch with friends at a poolside bar in Beverly Hills



Something funny, lads? Ashley holds on to Shaun Wright-Phillips as they share a joke with their group which also included Zat Knight (khaki shorts)


Soon after he was snapped in his car, he was seen hanging out with some friends at a poolside bar in Beverly Hills.

Among his pals joining him for lunch and vodka-based drinks was Bolton Wanderers star Zat Knight and Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips.


Got some gossip? Ashley and Shaun look at something on the Manchester City star's phone


Summer break: Ashley looked relaxed and happy as he laughed along with his mates


They ordered a huge round of food which included a large plate of chips, a Caesar salad, sushi and some cruditĂŠs.

They larked about and shared a joke while chatting on their mobiles phones and sharing pictures and messages.


Say when: Ashley tops up Zat's drink with some vodka as they relax over their lunch


And they kept the merriment topped up as they ordered two bottles of Grey Goose Vodka with cranberry and orange juice to mix it with.

Ashley is staying with a friend and a few days ago he was seen playing the dutiful house guest as he took out the rubbish.


Just chilling: Stuffed from their lunch, Ashley and the boys head to a poolside bed to relax in the sun


The full-back got to know the city last summer when he fled there after suffering a humiliating World Cup defeat.

The ex-husband of Cheryl, who he has reportedly been calling to offer his support after her X Factor dismissal, was then snapped smoking a cigarette as he arrived at a beer party.



Time to kick the habit: Ashley was also snapped smoking on a trip to Los Angeles last July

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Emma Watson laughs off romance rumours with new co-star (and workout buddy) Johnny Simmons

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Just friends: Emma Watson chats to her co-star Johnny Simmons after a run in the country in Pennsylvania


Emma Watson has laughed off reports of a romance with her latest co-star Johnny Simmons.

Despite the couple being photographed going for a run together in the Pennsylvania countryside, the Brit insisted they were just friends.

Wearing a pair of cropped leggings and sports jacket, the 21-year-old looked fresh-faced after her workout session.

The Harry Potter star has been in the U.S. since last month filming The Perks Of Being A Wallflower with Simmons.

The movie is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Stephen Chbosky.

And despite recent internet reports claiming the pair are a couple, Watson's representative insists her client is just work colleagues with Simmons, 25.


Friendly: The pair have formed a friendship while filming The Perks Of Being A Wallflower


Her rep tells the MailOnline: 'This is complete fiction.'

Watson was linked to Simmons just days after she lamented about her non-existent lovelife in an interview with the Sunday Times.

She said: 'I say to my friends, "Why hasn't X called me? Why doesn't anyone ever pursue me?" They're like, "Probably because they're intimidated."

'It must be the fame wall. It must be the circus that goes around me. Me, as a person, I find it hard to believe I would be intimidating.'


Keeping in shape: Watson has been spotted working out a lot more in recent weeks


In a recent interview with Vogue magazine, Watson said she and Potter co-star Daniel Radcliffe often used to share relationship advice during filming.

She said: 'We would help each other compose texts to our most recent flames.'

Watson has been single since a brief fling with One Night Only frontman George Craig last year.



Single and ready to mingle: Watson complained she finds it hard to meet boyfriends


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You'll just have to keep on searching... Katie Price is left red-faced after auditions for her new reality show are a washout

By JESSICA SATHERLEY

On the lookout: Katie Price sat on an X Factor-style panel during the public auditions but the hordes of contestants organisers had anticipated failed to materialise


She was probably prepared to fend off the advances of a legion of desperate wannabes at live auditions for her new reality show.

But Katie Price was left flummoxed when barely a handful of of potential contestants turned up to try out for her latest television show at the Westfield shopping centre in Shepherd's Bush, London.

Amusingly, aides had been expecting hundreds of wannabes to queue for a spot on her find-a-model programme, Discovered By Katie Price, and put up rows of crowd control barriers.


Small gathering: The area around the stage at Westfield was relatively empty


However the glamour model later sat red-faced on an X Factor-style panel as organisers were reduced to begging random shoppers to join in.

A witness told The Sun newspaper: 'It was a disaster. She was on stage with her arms folded and a face like a slapped bottom.

'Her people were trying to tempt shoppers to take part - most of whom would never have passed for a model in a million years.'



What crowds?: The barriers outside Westfield remain empty


On the hotspot: A potential male model stands in front of Katie and her panel at Westfield in Shepherd's Bush, London


The show is being filmed for Sky Living and hopes to use Miss Price's knowledge, gained from fifteen years in the business, to find exciting new talent.

According to the website: 'Katie's on the hunt for "the next big thing" to sign to a new talent agency. The winner will get a year long contract, personal mentoring from Katie and loads of other fabulous prizes.'

The former glamour model was snapped with a huge sparkler on her wedding finger as she arrived at Westfield shopping yesterday, sparking rumours she may be engaged to her current beau Leandro Penna.

Argentinean model Penna, 25, who is thought to have bought the piece of jewellery for her, accompanied Price on her big day.



New bling: Katie Price was snapped wearing the new bing ring on her wedding finger today


Katie’s tweet this morning might have been aimed to dismiss the rumours though, as she posted: ‘Everyone keeps saying I have very big news to announce.

‘I’m confused I don’t know what you mean!’

As well as her new ring, the 33-year-old was also showing off a very heavy tan and large blonde wavy hair.

She dressed up in a little black skirt, tights and a white top alongside black strappy heels on her way to search for the UK’s hottest new model.

The mother-of three tweeted on her way to auditions: ‘I’ve been told very high standard of people auditioning today can’t wait to get there woo hoo.’

Leandro, who Katie has been dating since February this year, joined her for moral support today.


Model search: Katie was on her way to Westfield Shopping Centre in London to search for glamour models for her new agency


In love: Her Argentinian boyfriend Leandro Penna (right) joined her to the auditions in Westfield


Since sparking up their romance, Katie has already been tattooed on her ankle with the date that they met as a symbol of their love.

Discovered by Katie Price, which will air on Sky Living this autumn, will see Katie set up Black Sheep Management modelling agency to find a model who ‘will break the mould’.

She has started touring the UK to find the new boy or girl who is expected to front commercial marketing campaigns.


Pink lady: Katie drove her huge pink four wheel drive to the auditions today


The successful candidate is expected to have the ‘drive, passion and hunger to rival hers’, according to programme-makers.

Those who make the shortlist will be put through their paces in a series of challenges and learn about the industry in the show.

Talking about the show, Katie said: ‘This is a really personal mission for me. I know I’m a good businesswoman and if I find the right boy of girl, I would like to sign them to my new agency.’


Twice as nice: Peter Andre poses with the 2011 Premier Inn Celebrity Dad of the year award at Premier Inn Kensington Olympia


Meanwhile, Katie's first husband, Peter Andre, has been awarded the title of Celebrity Dad Of The Year.

The singer, 38, picked up the gong for the second year running beating the likes of Elton John and David Furnish - the first ever gay couple to be shortlisted for the award - Jonathan Ross and Michael McIntyre.

The Premier Inn Celebrity Dad of the Year rewards 'the celebrity dad who has impressed the nation by balancing a hectic public life with the demands of parenting", according its blurb.


Family outing: In April Peter took his two children and stepson Harvey to Cyprus while his ex-wife was on holiday in Argentina with new boyfriend Leandro Penna


Andre said: 'This means a huge amount to me as being a dad is my most important role.
'This feels so great. It was an honour to win last year but to still have the public's support and best wishes is a tremendous feeling.'

He also tweeted to followers to express his joy at winning.

Peter wrote: 'Thank you thank you thank you for all who voted . I have just won Celeb Dad of the year. really proud to be a dad to three awesome kids.

'Can't tell you how happy this has made me.Love you guys.Lots of awesome dads out there who all deserve recognition.This ones for you guys.'

He accepted the publicly-voted award at a Premier Inn in Kensington, west London, today.

Andre is father to Junior, five, and Princess, three, from his marriage to Katie Price, and stepfather to her son Harvey, nine.




source: dailymail

X Factor judge Paula Abdul shows off her super skinny legs in skin-tight jeans

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Slim pins: Paula Abdul's legs looked shockingly skinny in her jeans when she left the Setai Hotel today on her way to the American X Factor auditions in Miami


Paula Abudul kept her incredible legs under wraps today as she arrived at the Miami X Factor auditions.

But the former singer still managed to show off their incredible shape as she slipped into a pair of skin-tight jeans.

The smiling 48-year-old looked fantastic in her casual attire, teaming her dark blue denims with a grey vest and brown cardigan.

Paula sexed up the look with a pair of vertiginous gold heels, which gave the pint-sized star a little more height.

It's not often Paula is seen dressing down for her X Factor appearances.

She is usually glammed-up to the nines in a designer dress or pencil skirt.


Pint sized proportions: Paula flaunted a tiny frame as she waved to fans in Miami


Svelte factor: TV judge Paula turned heads with her skinny limbs as she left the her hotel in South Beach earlier today


Her understated wardrobe choice still managed to turn heads, though, proving once again that the former 80s pop star's style can grab as many headlines as her younger counterpart, Nicole Scherzinger.

Paula and her fellow X Factor judges are currently staying at the lavish Setai Hotel in Miami's South Beach.

Moments later, Simon Cowell left the hotel and made his way across town to join her.

The 51-year-old British media mogul looked like he may have slept through his alarm.

Rushing out of the hotel lobby, he looked to have barely had time to button-up his shirt and was clutching an assortment of alternative shirts for his TV appearance later that day.



Hurried: Judge Simon Cowell clutched an assortment of shirts as he left the Setai Hotel and made a dash for today's X Factor auditions in Miami

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Mon petit amour! Jennifer Lopez takes mini-me daughter Emme for a play date in Paris

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Mini-me: Jennifer Lopez's daughter Emme was the splitting image of her superstar mother as the they spent the day at Parc Monceau in Paris today


There's no doubt that Jennifer Lopez's adorable twin daughter Emme has hit the gene-pool lottery.

The two-year-old twin toddler was the splitting image of her superstar mother as the they spent the day at Parc Monceau in Paris today.

Mother and daughter bore an incredibly striking resemblance to one another as the 41-year-old singer carried her little one through the gardens.

With both girls wearing their hair pulled back, Emme showed she is blessed with her mother's pretty facial features.

Taking a break from the array of dressy ensembles she has worn during her European promotional tour, Jennifer went rather casual for the occasion in a long black maxi dress and tan jacket, paired with matching strappy flat sandals.

She accessorised with some 1950s style white sunglasses and oversized hoop earrings.


Beautiful girls: With both girls wearing their hair pulled back, Emme showed she is blessed with her mother's pretty facial features


Little Emme was cute in a cream skirt, a matching embroidered knit and Mary-Janes.
The youngster was also joined by her twin brother Max, who looks a lot like his father Marc Anthony, who was not present for the family outing.

The little boy looked hip in a pair of jeans, white t-shirt and miniature designer trainers.

J-Lo's mother Guadalupe joined her daughter and grandchildren at the park, along with another family member.

The two toddlers played with toys, with Emme clutching onto dress-up doll and Max, a plastic water-gun.


Family day out: Little Emme was joined by her twin brother Max and her grandmother and J-Lo's mother Guadalupe, far right, and another family member, far left


The entire family then later boarded a merry-go-round and enjoyed the ride.

J-Lo looked especially happy to be having a break from her heavy promotional schedule for her new album Love?

In the last few days the singer has also been wowing with her wardrobe choices as she tours Europe on the chat show circuit.


Playtime: The two toddlers played with toys, with Emme clutching onto dress-up doll and Max, a plastic water-gun
Yesterday she slipped into a sharp white blazer dress, which flaunted her fabulous figure.


Her legs in particular were accentuated by the thigh-skimming number.

The day before, Jennifer first emerged from her hotel in a grey tunic garland with tiny silver and gold sequins and then later slipped in a mini-dress adorned with pearls.


Fun times: J-Lo and the family then later boarded a merry-go-round and enjoyed the ride


Earlier in the week she flaunted her toned physique in a white figure-hugging white shift dress with chain detail while out and about in London.

J-Lo recently revealed that she was planning a trip to the cinema with her friend Victoria Beckham to see the Hangover 2.

On Alan Carr: Chatty Man! she said: 'We saw Hangover together so now it is a tradition. So when I get back to LA we will go see [The Hangover Part II].'

And she revealed that, in order to get into the screenings without being spotted, Jennifer said they 'go dressed down in sweats and sneakers. We sneak in through the kitchens.'



Looking chic: Yesterday she slipped into a sharp white blazer dress, which flaunted her fabulous figure


Diamonds and pearls: The day before, Jennifer first emerged from her hotel in a grey tunic garland with tiny silver and gold sequins and then later slipped into a mini-dress adorned with pearls

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