Pop star Madonna is still the material girl, earning $72 million in a recent 12-month period to top a Forbes.com list of female singers whom the financial website dubbed "Cash Queens of Music."
Madonna, who rose to recording superstardom in the 1980s as the "Material Girl" after her hit song of that name, beat out Barbra Streisand, who was No 2 with annual earnings of $60 million, and Celine Dion at $45 million, according to Forbes.com.
The website tracked earnings in the period from June 2006 to June 2007 and said it examined concert ticket sales, merchandise revenue, album sales and earnings from ancillary products such as clothing, perfumes and endorsements.
Rounding out the top five on Forbes.com's "Cash Queens of Music" poll were Colombian singing sensation Shakira at No 4 with $38 million and R&B singer Beyonce with $27 million.
Country music stars also did well, with Faith Hill landing in the No 8 slot with $19 million and the Dixie Chicks at No 9 with $18 million.
Then there was Britney Spears. For all her troubles in the past year -- a stint in rehab and a bitter custody battle with ex-husband Kevin Federline, among them -- the pop star still made No. 14 on the list, earning $8 million from royalties on old songs and sales of her perfume, Curious.
Her latest album, "Blackout," was released late in 2007 after the period covered by the Forbes.com survey.
Late last year, Madonna ended her long relationship with Warner Music Group Corp and reached a recording deal with concert promoter Live Nation Inc.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Most Beautiful Catherine Zeta Jones
A new poll of women has shown that its not just Michael Douglas who thinks that his wife Catherine Zeta Jones is the best looking actress in town by voting her to the top spot in the World's Most Beautiful Star list.
The Welsh beauty was the number one choice of 8,000 women worldwide who voted in a new global poll.
The 38-year-old stole the crown from many legendary beauties and has left behind the likes of 1960s actress Brigitte Bardot, who claimed second place.
Those polled were allowed to choose celebrity beauties, alive or dead, as they looked in their heyday. Thats why Breakfast at Tiffanys star Audrey Hepburn, who died from cancer aged 63 in 1993, made to the third spot.
Zeta Jones, the curvy mother of two, effortlessly beat younger beauties such as long-legged Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen, 27, who was in 7th place.
She also out-classed the new generation of actresses including Jessica Biel, 25, who was in 20th place, and Sienna Miller, 26, (28th place).
The hottest celebrities of today could not compete with the classical beauties of past Hollywood eras, with the late Marilyn Monroe and Dame Elizabeth Taylor, 75.
Surprisingly, winner of most of the beauty polls, Angelina Jolie, did not figure anywhere in the top 50. In fact, both of Brad Pitts ex-flames Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow also missed out on a place.
“Catherine Zeta-Jones is an ideal winner. She oozes style and grace and her natural beauty just shines through, Contactmusic quoted Charlotte Newbert, of poll organisers Nephria Cosmetics, as saying.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/
The Welsh beauty was the number one choice of 8,000 women worldwide who voted in a new global poll.
The 38-year-old stole the crown from many legendary beauties and has left behind the likes of 1960s actress Brigitte Bardot, who claimed second place.
Those polled were allowed to choose celebrity beauties, alive or dead, as they looked in their heyday. Thats why Breakfast at Tiffanys star Audrey Hepburn, who died from cancer aged 63 in 1993, made to the third spot.
Zeta Jones, the curvy mother of two, effortlessly beat younger beauties such as long-legged Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen, 27, who was in 7th place.
She also out-classed the new generation of actresses including Jessica Biel, 25, who was in 20th place, and Sienna Miller, 26, (28th place).
The hottest celebrities of today could not compete with the classical beauties of past Hollywood eras, with the late Marilyn Monroe and Dame Elizabeth Taylor, 75.
Surprisingly, winner of most of the beauty polls, Angelina Jolie, did not figure anywhere in the top 50. In fact, both of Brad Pitts ex-flames Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow also missed out on a place.
“Catherine Zeta-Jones is an ideal winner. She oozes style and grace and her natural beauty just shines through, Contactmusic quoted Charlotte Newbert, of poll organisers Nephria Cosmetics, as saying.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/
News About Kate Beckinsale
Kate Beckinsale reveals that her best physical asset lies below the belt, and that she even has a special name for it. The 'Serendipity' star reveals to Allure magazine that she calls her lady treasure as "Pharaoh's Tomb", and that she's been told it's 'spectacular'.
"My best feature is unfortunately a private matter, although I'm told it is spectacular. But you can't really walk it down the red carpet. What can I say?" the New York Post quoted her, as telling the magazine. However, she is vehement that there's nothing sluttish about her, for contrary to popular opinion, there are very few people who she's slept with.
"I was called a slut when I split up with Michael [Sheen] and began seeing Len [Wiseman], but I've only ever had about three boyfriends. Only a handful of people have seen into the Pharaoh's Tomb!" she said.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/
"My best feature is unfortunately a private matter, although I'm told it is spectacular. But you can't really walk it down the red carpet. What can I say?" the New York Post quoted her, as telling the magazine. However, she is vehement that there's nothing sluttish about her, for contrary to popular opinion, there are very few people who she's slept with.
"I was called a slut when I split up with Michael [Sheen] and began seeing Len [Wiseman], but I've only ever had about three boyfriends. Only a handful of people have seen into the Pharaoh's Tomb!" she said.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/
Richie Doesn't Want Big Breasts
New-mommy Nicole Richie doesn't seem to like her curvy post-pregnancy body, as nursing has left her with bigger breasts that don't go with her fashion style.
The socialite and her rocker boyfriend Joel Madden have recently become parents to baby daughter Harlow Kate Winter Madden. And even after getting back to her svelte shape in just weeks after the birth, Richie has been left with significantly bigger bust due to nursing.
And the 26-year-old is uncomfortable with this look as she cannot wear the kind of clothes she likes.
"I'm bustier now, and I really don't like it. It doesn't really fit with my wardrobe, it's not who I am. I am not someone who is used to wearing a bra or having to wear a bra I really don't like it," Contactmusic quoted her, as saying.
She added: "I like wearing vintage hippy see-through shirts that aren't slutty on me because there's nothing to look at. Now I have boobs so I can't really wear it because it sends out a different message."
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/03/nicole-richie-doesnt-want-bigger.html
The socialite and her rocker boyfriend Joel Madden have recently become parents to baby daughter Harlow Kate Winter Madden. And even after getting back to her svelte shape in just weeks after the birth, Richie has been left with significantly bigger bust due to nursing.
And the 26-year-old is uncomfortable with this look as she cannot wear the kind of clothes she likes.
"I'm bustier now, and I really don't like it. It doesn't really fit with my wardrobe, it's not who I am. I am not someone who is used to wearing a bra or having to wear a bra I really don't like it," Contactmusic quoted her, as saying.
She added: "I like wearing vintage hippy see-through shirts that aren't slutty on me because there's nothing to look at. Now I have boobs so I can't really wear it because it sends out a different message."
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/03/nicole-richie-doesnt-want-bigger.html
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
News About Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman is tired of getting scripts in which her character plays a stripper or a prostitute.
She is looking for a good romantic comedy, but the filmmakers just want her to play prostitutes like the one she played in Closer.
Contactmusic.com reports her saying: "I have recently been getting frustrated with the number of roles for strippers or prostitutes I get - or the opposite, the pure one. That dichotomy exists so strongly.
Full Article: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/02/natalie-portman-tired-of-stripper.html
She is looking for a good romantic comedy, but the filmmakers just want her to play prostitutes like the one she played in Closer.
Contactmusic.com reports her saying: "I have recently been getting frustrated with the number of roles for strippers or prostitutes I get - or the opposite, the pure one. That dichotomy exists so strongly.
Full Article: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/02/natalie-portman-tired-of-stripper.html
Sienna Miller Debuts Clothing
Yesterday Sienna Miller along with her sister Savannah debuted the fall collection from their line, Twenty8Twelve, at London fashion week. What's to say? Another celebrity clothing line full of black minis, skinny pants and sweaters? Way to reinvent the wheel. What would the fashion world do without these two creative geniuses? They're like Einstein in heels.
via: http://slackerchic.blogspot.com/2009/02/sienna-miller-debuts-clothing-line-at.html
via: http://slackerchic.blogspot.com/2009/02/sienna-miller-debuts-clothing-line-at.html
Monday, February 23, 2009
Birtney Spears at Playboy's Top 25
Something is looking up for Britney Spears at last – the troubled pop star has been voted one of Playboy magazine's 25 Sexiest Celebrities.
The 'Toxic' singer has joined the likes of Beyonce Knowles, Angelina Jolie, Eva Mendes, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Alba and Scarlett Johansson on the list, named online by readers of the men's publication.
Other stars on the list include Alicia Keys, Rose MCGowan, Denise Richards, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Pamela Anderson and Carmen Electra.
Playboy boss Hugh Hefner's girlfriend Holly Madison has also made it to the list alongside the tycoon's other two current 'girlfriends' Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson.
Meanwhile Spears has finally been released from the psychiatric ward at UCLA Medical Center.
According to reports, the 26-year old singer slipped out quietly with the help of a private security detail and returned home after spending just 7 days in the hospital even though her psychiatrist, Dr. Deborah Nadel, had extended her stay to a 14-day involuntary hold till the next hearing of her case on 14th Feb.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
The 'Toxic' singer has joined the likes of Beyonce Knowles, Angelina Jolie, Eva Mendes, Cameron Diaz, Jessica Alba and Scarlett Johansson on the list, named online by readers of the men's publication.
Other stars on the list include Alicia Keys, Rose MCGowan, Denise Richards, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Pamela Anderson and Carmen Electra.
Playboy boss Hugh Hefner's girlfriend Holly Madison has also made it to the list alongside the tycoon's other two current 'girlfriends' Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson.
Meanwhile Spears has finally been released from the psychiatric ward at UCLA Medical Center.
According to reports, the 26-year old singer slipped out quietly with the help of a private security detail and returned home after spending just 7 days in the hospital even though her psychiatrist, Dr. Deborah Nadel, had extended her stay to a 14-day involuntary hold till the next hearing of her case on 14th Feb.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
Lindsay Nude For Marilyn Monroe
Lindsay Lohan has bared all to recreate the last photo shoot of her idol, Marilyn Monroe, in the latest issue of New York magazine.
Lohan wore a blonde wig, and not much else, for Bert Stern who photographed Monroe in 1962 at the Hotel Bel-Air in California - six weeks before she was found dead of a drug overdose.
Stern recreated the images with Lohan in the same hotel. Wearing not much more than some diamonds some thin fabric, Lohan hit the same poses Monroe did 46 years ago.
Stern chose the self-described Marilyn fanatic for the classic shots because he suspected Lindsay "had a lot more depth to her" than one might think.
Lindsay says she's always had a fascination with the 1950s icon. She owns an apartment where Marilyn once lived and has a huge painting of the bottle blonde.
"It's eerie because it's this picture of her, and it's kind of cartoony, and there's a big bottle of pills next to her, and they've fallen over," the 21-year-old explains.
Lohan said deciding to pose nude was easy, "I didn't have to put much thought into it. I mean, Bert Stern? Doing a Marilyn shoot? When is that ever going to come up? It's really an honour," she told the magazine.
Lohan said Monroe's suicide was "tragic" and said it, along with the death of Heath Ledger from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs, "are both prime examples of what this industry can do to someone".
She is adamant, however, that she will not meet a similar fate, saying, "I sure as hell wouldn't let it happen to me."
Lohan is no stranger to the darker side of celebrity, suffering numerous run-ins with police and engaging in the odd stint in rehab.
The original photo shoot for Marilyn Monroe called "The Last Sitting".
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/02/lindsay-goes-nude-for-marilyn-monroe.html
Lohan wore a blonde wig, and not much else, for Bert Stern who photographed Monroe in 1962 at the Hotel Bel-Air in California - six weeks before she was found dead of a drug overdose.
Stern recreated the images with Lohan in the same hotel. Wearing not much more than some diamonds some thin fabric, Lohan hit the same poses Monroe did 46 years ago.
Stern chose the self-described Marilyn fanatic for the classic shots because he suspected Lindsay "had a lot more depth to her" than one might think.
Lindsay says she's always had a fascination with the 1950s icon. She owns an apartment where Marilyn once lived and has a huge painting of the bottle blonde.
"It's eerie because it's this picture of her, and it's kind of cartoony, and there's a big bottle of pills next to her, and they've fallen over," the 21-year-old explains.
Lohan said deciding to pose nude was easy, "I didn't have to put much thought into it. I mean, Bert Stern? Doing a Marilyn shoot? When is that ever going to come up? It's really an honour," she told the magazine.
Lohan said Monroe's suicide was "tragic" and said it, along with the death of Heath Ledger from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs, "are both prime examples of what this industry can do to someone".
She is adamant, however, that she will not meet a similar fate, saying, "I sure as hell wouldn't let it happen to me."
Lohan is no stranger to the darker side of celebrity, suffering numerous run-ins with police and engaging in the odd stint in rehab.
The original photo shoot for Marilyn Monroe called "The Last Sitting".
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com/2008/02/lindsay-goes-nude-for-marilyn-monroe.html
Paris Hilton Poses Semi-Nude
Paris Hilton posed topless, in just a hat and a pair of Calvin Klein panties, for the February issue of the US magazine 944.
For the color coordinated photo shoot Hilton used green eye makeup to go with the green digits of '944' and wore peacock feather earrings.
Despite the fact that it is Paris Hilton who is posing, the overall effect is eye catching and tasteful. There is no denying her excellent body tone and good figure.
The former inmate may not have lived up to her post jail promise of visiting Rwanda but we give her credit for working hard and making a living, albeit largely by shedding her clothes.
The last thing she would want to do after such raunchy photo shoots would be to end up back in jail.
Paris had hosted 944 Magazine pre-Super Bowl Party on Thursday night, January 31.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
For the color coordinated photo shoot Hilton used green eye makeup to go with the green digits of '944' and wore peacock feather earrings.
Despite the fact that it is Paris Hilton who is posing, the overall effect is eye catching and tasteful. There is no denying her excellent body tone and good figure.
The former inmate may not have lived up to her post jail promise of visiting Rwanda but we give her credit for working hard and making a living, albeit largely by shedding her clothes.
The last thing she would want to do after such raunchy photo shoots would be to end up back in jail.
Paris had hosted 944 Magazine pre-Super Bowl Party on Thursday night, January 31.
via: http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
Jenna Jameson's Interesting Idea
Ex-porn star Jenna Jameson desperately wants Oscar winning actress Charlize Theron to pose naked for PETA's "Go Naked" campaign.
Jameson admitted she thinks Theron should pose for animal rights group PETA's "Go Naked" campaign.
"It would be amazing if Charlize Theron did one of our 'Go Naked' campaigns. I saw her just the other day and she just blew me away.
"Charlize is so sexy - I would totally love for her to go naked. I'd die for that," Jameson said.
The adult star is the new spokesperson for the group's anti-leather campaign and added that Theron can take over from her as an "ultimate sex icon".
She said: "Bettie Page was the ultimate sex icon. Next came Marilyn Monroe, then Pamela Anderson, then me. Now I'm on the lookout for the next woman to pass my title on to. Charlize would be perfect."
via:http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
Jameson admitted she thinks Theron should pose for animal rights group PETA's "Go Naked" campaign.
"It would be amazing if Charlize Theron did one of our 'Go Naked' campaigns. I saw her just the other day and she just blew me away.
"Charlize is so sexy - I would totally love for her to go naked. I'd die for that," Jameson said.
The adult star is the new spokesperson for the group's anti-leather campaign and added that Theron can take over from her as an "ultimate sex icon".
She said: "Bettie Page was the ultimate sex icon. Next came Marilyn Monroe, then Pamela Anderson, then me. Now I'm on the lookout for the next woman to pass my title on to. Charlize would be perfect."
via:http://celebgossips.blogspot.com
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Project Runway Fall 09 MBFW
The new season of Project Runway hasn't yet dropped, but since Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is in full swing, we have leaked pics of the finale! I can't tell you who will be in the top three, but I can show you all the looks straight from the runway. And by the looks of things, someone is really into metallics, knits and equestrian. In fact, I hate to say this because I love PR, but these looks are boring and quite disappointing.
Full Article: http://slackerchic.blogspot.com/2009/02/pics-of-project-runway-fall-09-mbfw.html
Justin Timberlake & Ciara Team Up On Love Sex Magic
Justin Timberlake’s people posted the following message at the singer’s official website:Justin has teamed up with multi platinum label mate Ciara for her newest single, “Love Sex...
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Nerina Pallot Thanks Fans
Nerina Pallot updated fans on her blog at MySpace on Friday (February 20), talking about some shows she's recently been doing. The British singer songwriter tells readers:I played a show at the...
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Brock Storm Talks With ABC Action News
Brock Storm appeared on the ABC Action News in Tampa, Florida, where the pop star did an interview before his show for the Tampa Bays Got Game Superbowl Tailgate Party. Brock talked about his biggest...
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TMZ allegedly paid $62,500 to law enforcement insider for battered Rihanna photo!
Geno's Wold talked to 2 TMZ staffers yesterday and both were polite, but refused to say a word about the Rihanna photo.
The Media Buffet:
Same source who revealed the $22k amount paid for Octo-Mom 8 Month prego-belly pic and $165k amount paid to Thomas Riccio in 2007 for hidden tape of OJ break-in, reveals pricetag on battered Rihanna pic.
Insider TMZ turncoats spilled the numbers Levin?s minions are believed to have shelled out for pix taken of Rihanna immediately after the alleged Chris Brown attack. The source of the photo leak, a law enforcement insider close to the investigation, reportedly raked in $62.5k, double the salary of the person suspected of leaking the pic. Sources state TMZ pays a relative or friend of the snitch within 24 hours of receipt of a photo to cover their tracks. TMZ has been in the business of paying high dollar amounts for coveted pix. In 2007 Thomas Riccio, O.J. friend/auctioneer, was paid a mind boggling $165k, our sources say, by check delivered to his home, from TMZ, for photos and recordings related recent memorabilia heist O.J. was jailed for.
The most unfortunate aspect of the the entire incident is not only the total disrespect for the victim, Rihanna, but the legal ramifications related to jury pool pollution the public revelation of this photo obviously has on the possible upcoming criminal case against alleged attacker, Chris Brown. ?Brown, even if guilty, could walk free because of the unauthorized release of this photo,? says and LAPD source. Insiders say LAPD brass is ?furious, subpeonas have already gone out.? The fallout for TMZ has begun as advertisers are pulling back from their relationships with TMZ due to the controversy.
Stay tuned Buffet-Goers, there is a whole lot more to be served up about this one.
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http://genosworld.blogspot.com/2009/02/tmz-allegedly-paid-62500-to-law.html
Friday, February 20, 2009
Heart Attack Killed Billy Powell
You'd have to live in a cave if you havent heard the song "Sweet Home Alabama". It was from the all original and a 70's famous band Lynyrd Skynyrd. From this band, we were fortunate enoughto have known a man who was plane crash survivor before finally meeting his creator on January 27, 2009. Billy Powell died of Heart Attack.
Heart attack betrays anyone who misses to give it due recognition. This time, our long missed fellow Billy Powell had paid his dues. On one account, it was known that he called in on 9-1-1, 1am in the morning complaining he could not breath. When paramedics reached his condominium, he was found to be unresponsive while still holding the phone. Such a terrible sickness and death for such a celebrity like billy powell.
Ok, heres the part where I get nerdy for all of you, and mind you, im not proud of it really. So, heart attack is also known as myocardial infarction or just plain MI. It is caused by a blockage of a vessel supplying the heart of blood, which of course, carries on its flow, the oxygen and essential stuff that keeps the heart going. In Powell's case, when it happened, its more likely that he's been up late, does his usual activities (strenuous activities and certain drugs predispose people to heart attacks especially to older folks).
So that's pretty much it. Bear in mind that im a nurse and just writing from raw knowledge and experience and will not, in any way, substitute your doc's advise. This is me reminding you guys to stay free from Celebrity Diseases, live life better and youll be better off. Till the next celebrity disease guys!
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