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The row behind the new Michael Jackson CD

2010-12-12T16:32:00.000+01:00

Michael Jackson's mother has said 'some of the tracks on the album are fake'. Photograph: WireImage

A Michael Jackson release is rarely without controversy, and Michael, the singer's highly anticipated posthumous album which hits shops today, is no exception. As soon as its release was announced to the world, his dismayed mother Katherine Jackson suggested to Oprah that "some of the tracks on the album are fake", while Quincy Jones, the man behind Thriller, added to the chorus of disapproval, declaring that the new CD "should have all stayed in the vault".

It's a controversial album because, of course, its artist is dead, and the songs were formed from part-finished vocal tracks, recorded in 2007 at the request of his record company Sony. Three of the tracks were completed by the producer Teddy Riley, who worked on the 1992 album Dangerous with Jackson and was responsible for his hit Remember The Time.

Riley insists that his friend Jackson would have approved: "I'm confident he would have wanted his message out there, and that's what counts," he says. In fact, Riley is so pleased with the way Michael turned out that he's optimistic for even more posthumous releases. "They have enough [material]," he says. "Because Michael's songs are all about love, we could take vocals from here, put it with vocals from this. It's easy to do and I've demonstrated that." Producing songs in this way was a first for Riley, and he admits "it was quite interesting working on it and not having him to come in and do the vocals over".

Although that is one of the main arguments of the album's detractors, Riley has short shrift for his critics. "It put me in a position where I had to fight for my friend," he says, defending his role in its release. "I fought against his family – big time. The only reason I fought against them all and fought against the fans was to make them believe that this is Michael Jackson's vocals."

He says the family's objections were "disappointing" and that it should not have been a public matter, "especially when you're reaping the benefits". And he is equally dismissive of veteran producer Quincy Jones. "Look at his age. He can barely hear you talk. How the hell could he hear Michael? Anybody who says [it is not Jackson on the album], I do have a comeback, because you're not right. That's just the bottom line."

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Snuck Out on Late-Night Dates in Venice

2010-12-11T18:16:00.000+01:00

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt don't get much time to themselves between their hectic work schedules and 6 kids, but they managed to sneak off for some dates while Angie filmed The Tourist in Venice -- a few Sundays here, late-night dates there.

Brangelina (Pacific Coast News)She said: “We went to the museums and got our Sunday breakfasts at this great place we found. We all used to sneak out and go through the cobblestone streets or get on the boats and go to the park. There's great places to play football and amazing restaurants in the middle of the night for mom and dad to sneak out in our big plastic boots and wade through the water.”

Angelina loved working with Johnny Depp, who has kids Lily-Rose, 11, and Jack, eight, with partner Vanessa Paradis, on the movie but was surprised by his many talents.
She explained in an interview with the Daily Record newspaper: “I think what surprised me was that he was as wonderful as I wished he would be. You just never know when you meet somebody and when I met him, he was even cooler and even more interesting. He's a Renaissance Man, he can paint, he can do music, he's one of those wonderful artists.”

Taylor Momsen: 'I Was Always a Loner'

2010-12-11T18:14:00.000+01:00

Taylor Momsen isn't really a social butterfly. She has her close group of friends, and that's all she really cares about. In fact, she says she's a "loner" and likes it that way!

Taylor Momsen (Bauer Griffin)She said: “I don’t really have many friends. I never have. I was always a loner. I was in and out of school so much – so, I dunno, I’m really shy. Which is weird because you probably wouldn’t think that. I’ve got my six best friends, and three of them are on tour with me the whole time so that’s awesome. It’s not sad or anything for me. I like that.”

Despite her lack of friends, Taylor thinks celebrating turning 17 earlier this year marked one of her best ever birthdays because of a special dessert she had.
She said: “We had cake, although I don’t like cake. I like brownies. But actual cake? I dunno. Something about it, too cliche. I was in Paris and they do shots of espresso over ice cream. Oh my god, that was my favorite thing ever.”

Robert Pattinson Used to Want to Be a Rapper

2010-12-11T18:13:00.000+01:00

Who knew Robert Pattinson had a thing for rap music? TheTwilight star was “obsessed” with Eminem as a teenager and made recordings of himself performing his own material.

He said: "You want a secret? OK, how about this -- I've got a whole collection of tapes of me rapping from when I was 13! I wanted to be a rapper so there are hundreds and hundreds of tapes. They're very amusing!

"I was obsessed with Eminem when I was younger. When he first came out I was about 12 and fanatical about his 'Slim Shady' CD. I think he's a genius.”

The 24-year-old star even had his own “crew” but admits his lyrics were less-than-authentic.

He explained to Top of the Pops magazine: "Most of my rhymes were stolen off other people anyway. They were all like, ‘I was raised on these streets..’, which was a complete farce because I was actually raised in quite a nice area of London called Barnes. Not very ghetto at all!

"I was obsessed with it all, though. I even had my own little crew -- we called ourselves Big Tub and the Tappy Cats."

Robert has previously recorded tracks for the Twilight soundtracks but insists he has no plans to move into music full time.

He said: "I'm a bit of an attention seeker -- I love being on stage. But the thought of performing music on stage terrifies me. I'm not scared of acting though."

However, if the chance came to perform with rapper Eminem, Robert would jump at the chance.

He said: "I'd love to rap with Eminem! That would be really amazing."

Khloe Kardashian Wishes She was a 'Little Tinier'

2010-12-11T18:07:00.000+01:00

Khloe Kardashian is a head taller than both of her sisters Kim and Kourtney, and she doesn't mind all that much -- except when it comes to some styles she just can't pull off because of her height. The reality star says there are certain articles of clothing her sisters wear that she has to stay away from, unfortunately.

Khloe Kardashian (Getty)

"I wish I was a little tinier so I could wear [rompers]," Khloé said (via E! Online). "I love them, they're just not really my body type...I'm a little too tall to be wearing a thing that short."

Khloe's not the only Kardashian who wishes she could change her bod just a big. Kourtney says her New Year's resolution is getting in better shape. "Exercise," Kourt says. "Maybe I should start trying to work out."

Plus, we all know Kim has been self-conscious about her curvaceous bod in the past, though now she says she's learned to embrace her voluptuous body.

Oprah Winfrey Tops Celeb Charity Givers with $40 Million

2010-12-11T18:05:00.000+01:00

Count it! Oprah Winfrey topped the last of celebrity charity givers this year, giving a whopping $40 million to various causes in 2009, according to a report by The Giving Back Fund.

The money was given out primarily thourgh the Oprah Winfrey Foundation, with the media mogul supporting mainly education and programs for women and children.

Novelist Nora Roberts was second in charitable donations, giving $4.45 million to various organizations via her Nora Roberts Foundation, which focuses on literacy in poverty-stricken communities. Next up is actress Meryl Streep, who donated $4 million to the Silver Mountain Foundation for the Arts.

Oprah is nearly always at the top of the list of celebrity givers. "There are many generous celebrities, but when you can top a list of celebrity philanthropists three out of four years, as Oprah has, that is saying something,” said Marc Pollick, president of The Giving Back Fund, speaking to People magazine.

Winona Ryder: 'I Don't Really Use the Internet'

2010-12-11T18:04:00.002+01:00

Winona Ryder is not what you would call a big fan of the Internet. In fact, the 39-year-old actress says she doesn't even use it.

"I don’t use the Internet, but apparently you can find out everything on it,” says Ryder in the January issue of Ellemagazine. "I have my e-mail on my BlackBerry, and that’s about it. I’ve never read a blog, ever."

She even recently recieved an iPad from director Ron Howard, but she's never used. Nor does she enjoy watching movie trailers online. "I feel like it’s taking away that great anticipation of seeing a movie. It used to be you’d hear, like, Al Pacino was making a movie, and you wouldn’t know anything about it. And nowadays, you know it all, like how much [the actors] are being paid. I would hate to see a picture of me and the caption reads, ‘Is she worth it?’”

Nicole Richie Makes the Big Decision: Who to Wear on Her Wedding Night

2010-12-11T18:03:00.000+01:00

Nicole Richie is finally ready to walk down the aisle ... and we're all ready to see what dress the reality star-turned-designer chooses for her special day.

It appears the winner is Marchesa.

E! Online reports that Richie will be wearing a creation from Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig's label when she weds rocker Joel Madden at fatherLionel Richie's Beverly Hills estate tomorrow. According to the website, she and stylist Simone Harouche were in New York for a fitting last week and it "went very well."

Stylist April Steiner, who has dressed Nicole in the past, has her own predictions about what Richie's dress will be like. "I would not put her in pure white ... I would go more off-white or even a very pale pink, soft and elegant is what I envision. I would like to see her in a strapless gown or a one-shoulder. She is so tiny, so the more skin, the better," she tells RadarOnline.

Richie is known for her boho-glam style but was spotted on the red carpet in an elaborate tulle Marchesa confection at the opening gala for the Resnick Pavilion at the LACMA in LA. Get More From StyleList

Demi Lovato Close to Reaching Settlement Over Assault Claim

2010-12-08T22:25:00.000+01:00

Demi Lovato's lawyers have entered negotiations with dancer Alex Welch’s attorneys, after Welch accused the starlet of punching her while they were on tour this year.

Alex’s lawyer Donald Karpel said: “Alex is seeking a settlement, an apology from Demi and a donation made to a charity of her choice.”

Donald is currently working with the firm representing Demi and says he has “faith” an amicable settlement will be reached soon.

A spokesperson for Lovato told RadarOnline.com: “Demi’s attorneys have had an initial discussion with Mr. Karpel. They are exploring the possibility of an amicable resolution of this matter. We do not plan on making further public comments during this process.”

Alex, 21, had been planning to give an interview about the incident, in which she suffered a black eye, but was asked by Demi’s representatives to hold off until the case is negotiated.

She said only: “I hope to get this settled and put this behind me.”

Recalling the alleged attack, Alex recently revealed it happened after Demi had been told off about her behavior while on the Jonas Brothers tour and, believing one of the dancers had complained about her, the teenage star took them into a room and threatened them, saying: “If I find out who told on me ...”

However, Alex insisted she had no idea what the star was referring to and was stunned when Demi approached her on a plane the following day and punched her.

She said: "We were on the plane with the Jonases having this awesome time and I didn't get a call or text from Demi or a, 'Hey, you got a problem with me,' nothing. And she walks up and punches me and literally walked away and got in her seat.

"No one should walk up and do that and brush it over, it's not right."

Demi left the tour immediately after the incident and checked into rehab.

Chelsea Handler: I've Been Making Fun of Angelina Jolie for Years

2010-12-08T05:10:00.001+01:00

Chelsea Handler wants to get something straight: Last week's rant about "homewrecker"Angelina Jolie has nothing to do with her friendship with Jennifer Aniston. At all. In fact, the comic has been making fun of Angie for years!

Angelina Jolie (Bauer Griffin)

Chelsea said: "I've been making fun of Angelina Jolie since she made out with her brother. If I've learned nothing from this, it's to write some new jokes."

It had previously been suggested that Chelsea branded Angelina a “homewrecker” and a “f***ing ****” in support of Jennifer, who was married to Brad Pitt before Angelina swooped in.

One source said: "Chelsea hates Angelina and doesn't for one second buy that she is this good person rescuing children in need around the world. Everyone in Hollywood is scared to say what they really think about Angelina except Chelsea. She thinks Angie stole another woman's husband and should be called out on it."

Chelsea spent the recent Thanksgiving holiday in Mexico with Jennifer, and pals believe the outspoken presenter is a good influence on the former Friends star.

The source added: "Chelsea is the best thing to happen to Jen. Chelsea isn't afraid to tell Jen the truth even if it is painful. In the past Jen has made it clear that she doesn't want her friends talking about what went down between her, Brad and Angie.

"But Chelsea doesn't care. She thinks Angelina has used her kids to manipulate her image and gotten away with destroying a beautiful marriage. She's going to shout it from the roof tops whether Jen likes it or not."

Johnny Depp Feels 'Emasculated' That He's No Longer the Sexiest Man Alive

2010-12-08T05:01:00.001+01:00

Johnny Depp was named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive in 2009 and 2003, but he was dethroned this year by Ryan Reynolds.

The 47-year-old actor joked he is just starting to get over his defeat.

He quipped: "I feel emasculated. I feel like I've been beaten down like some horrible … you know, like some pathetic harp seal. But, I mean, that's how it goes, isn't it?"

Johnny, who recently finished filming Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, has no plans to try and reclaim the honor for a third time.

He told MTV News: "I think I can work my way forward, but will I try for it again? No… I worked so hard to gain that title."

Ryan, 34, was named Sexiest Man Alive by People in November, and he admitted he was going to have to face a lot of ridicule from his friends, family and wife Scarlett Johansson about the title.

He said: "You just have to go with the flow. This gives my family entre into teasing me for the rest of my life.

"Now it's going to be, 'Sexiest man, take out the garbage.' That does sound better. But the most difficult part is going to be organically working this title into a conversation with random strangers."

Going to the Highest Bidder: A Date with Charlize Theron!

2010-12-08T05:00:00.001+01:00

Charlize Theron has been single since splitting from long-term boyfriend Stuart Townsend earlier this year, and she's offered to attend a Los Angeles Lakers basketball game with the highest bidder at a New York auction.

A source who attended the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project dinner and auction at the Darby Restaurant told gossip website Just Jared: “All the men in the room were doubling the bids on the courtside Lakers tickets if Charlize attended the game with them. She agreed to attend for $20,000.”

The actress launched her charity -- which aims to create safer and healthier lives for at-risk children and communities in South Africa, especially those affected by HIV and Aids -- in 2007.
Charlize’s close pal Liv Tyler attended the event to see her friend being auctioned off for charity.

Other celebrities who attended included actor Jon Hamm and his girlfriend Jennifer Westfeldt, James Blunt’s former girlfriend Petra Nemcova and fellow model Irina Shayk, while Johnny Knoxville brought his new wife Naomi Nelson.

Charlize took a break from movies last year to focus on her Africa Outreach Project but is currently filming Young Adults with Jason Reitman in New York.

Jenny McCarthy and Boyfriend Call It Quits

2010-12-08T04:58:00.001+01:00

Another one bites the dust! Jenny McCarthy and her Las Vegas beau Jason Toohey have gone their separate ways, the actress' rep confirmed today (via E! Online). The two had been dating about 4 months.

Jenny and Jason November 21 (Getty)The couple first started dating soon after Jenny and Jim Carrey announced their split -- on Twitter.

It seems like the newest split must have occurred before last weekend, since Jenny was seen out partying without her former man on Saturday night. She was at TV producer Jennifer Klein's holiday party and reportedly really cut a rug with the other gals.

They allegedly danced to "Single Ladies." How appropriate!

ASHANTI IS A SIGHT TO SEE AT ‘TOURIST’ PREMIERE

2010-12-07T19:50:00.001+01:00

Ashanti bundled up for the cold weather while attending the premiere of The Tourist at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City on Monday (Dec. 6). The “Happy” singer, posing with her momager Tina, wore a fur top, leather jacket, and snakeskin stilettos. Although she stayed out of the spotlight this year, Ashanti fans can look forward to new music from her in 201.

NICKI MINAJ INTRODUCES NEW ALTER-EGO

2010-12-07T19:48:00.001+01:00

Nicki Minaj was feeling shades of blue and green during her appearance on Monday’s “Lopez Tonight.” The multi-colored-haired Barbie tells the talk show host what she did on her day off, how it felt to getting patted on the ass by Regis Philbin aka Reggie Bear, and introduces her newest alter-ego Rosa (pronounced Rrrrrosa). George also presents her with agift to protect her most famous asset. Plus, she performs her next Pink Friday single “Moment 4 Life.”

VIDEO: B.O.B – ‘THE WATCHERS’

2010-12-07T19:44:00.001+01:00

Big Brother is watching you. B.o.B warns of “The Watchers” on a cut from his brand new mixtape No Genre. Bobby Ray adds another feather to his cap by directing the clip, which features controversial imagery.

'Harry Potter' spends third week at UK No. 1

2010-12-07T18:16:00.001+01:00

Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1has held on to its place at the top of the UK box office.

The film, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, pulled in £3.7 million on its third weekend on release to hold off competition from 3D animation Megamind and retain first place.

Last week's runner-up Unstoppable falls to number three, comedy Due Date charts at number four and Gareth Edwards' low-budget sci-fi Monsters bows at number five.

Elsewhere in the top ten, London Boulevard is the biggest faller as it slips down four spots to number seven. New release The Warrior's Way, a martial arts-Western starring Geoffrey Rush and Kate Bosworth, is a new entry at number 10.

The UK box office top ten in full:

1. (1) Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 - £3,739,781
2. (-) Megamind - £2,827,502
3. (2) Unstoppable - £859,205
4. (4) Due Date - £391,284
5. (-) Monsters - £348,577
6. (5) The American - £286,072
7. (3) London Boulevard - £254,134
8. (6) Despicable Me - £136,358
9. (7) The Girl Who Kicked The Hornets' Nest - £113,958
10. (-) The Warrior's Way - £105,389

'Harry Potter' spends third week at UK No. 1

2010-12-07T18:13:00.001+01:00

Hans Zimmer denies 'Superman' involvement

2010-12-07T18:10:00.001+01:00

The Dark Knight composer Hans Zimmer has denied reports that he will provide the score for Zack Snyder's Superman.

Zimmer, whose Batman director Christopher Nolan is producing the Superman revamp, told The Hollywood Reporter that rumours of his involvement sprang from a "dirty quote taken out of context".

"Let’s just be absolutely straight here: I have never in my life met Zack Snyder. I think I need to give him a ring," he said.

Zimmer added that his "heart belongs to Batman" and compared replacing John Williams's music to rewriting Beethoven.

"John Williams [is] the greatest living composer - full stop. And [Superman] happens to be one of his greatest themes," he commented. "So no. And I'm not thinking of rewriting Beethoven's ninth either. It just sounds like a thankless task, you know? So that's unequivocally a no."

The new Superman movie is due for release in 2012.

Johnson, Wasikowska step in for 'Nobbs'

2010-12-07T18:08:00.001+01:00

Aaron Johnson and Mia Wasikowska have boarded the cast of Glenn Close's Albert Nobbs.

According to ScreenTerrier, the pair will replace Orlando Bloom and Amanda Seyfried, who were forced to drop out of the period drama when it was delayed earlier this year.

Kick-Ass star Johnson has been cast as Joe, while Alice In Wonderland's Wasikowska will play the role of Helen.

Oscar winner Close co-wrote Albert Nobbs with John Banville and will produce and take on the lead role for director Rodrigo Garcia.

Albert Nobbs takes place in 19th century Ireland and centres on a woman with no husband who disguises herself as a man to work as a butler. The film has been described as "Gosford Parkmeets Boys Don't Cry".

Ryan Gosling tired of Hollywood "sissies"

2010-12-07T18:05:00.001+01:00

Ryan Gosling has insisted that he and other current male film stars are trying to break away from movie studio control.

Speaking to New York Magazine, Gosling suggested that he tries to actively resist making the same kind of films repeatedly.

"Some of us are tired of all the sissies in this town," he said. "The ones who go along, flow with the flow, line up where they're told to line up at."

The star added: "The studios want you to make the same movie over and over again - if that's the movie they liked, that's the movie you should keep making."

The Blue Valentine actor further asserted that he tries throw his full effort into every acting role that he takes on.

He explained: "I know it sounds dramatic... but every movie I make is the first and last. It's important for me to think that the things you've made, they're in the past. It's what you're making now that matters."

Blue Valentine is released on December 31 in US cinemas.

Chris Tucker to return in 'The Rabbit'

2010-12-07T18:01:00.003+01:00

Chris Tucker is eyeing a return to the big screen with Warner Bros action-comedy The Rabbit, reports Variety.

The Micah Barnett-penned script centres on a Las Vegas magician and escape artist who flees the country and takes on work for hire, namely breaking clients' loved ones out of prison.

He accepts a final job from the CIA - find a a master counterfeiter before the Russian mob can get to him - in exchange for his freedom.

Tucker last appeared in 2007's Rush Hour 3, reprising his role as Detective James Carter from the 1998 and 2001 comedies. Prior to that he starred in Jackie Brown, The Fifth Element andDead Presidents.

Paul Rudd 'denies Muppets movie involvement'

2010-12-07T18:01:00.001+01:00

Paul Rudd has denied press reports suggesting that he plans to reunite with his I Love You Man co-star Jason Segel for the upcoming Muppets movie.

The actor told MTV News that he has had no serious negotiations to join the film's cast.

"I wish that I was [in it]. It's all rumour," he said. "I wanted to be in it, and I talked to Jason, but I think there was some things that happened and I don't know if I'm gonna get to do it."

Rudd joked that he hopes to appear in a sequel if the forthcoming Muppets movie proves to be successful.

He jested: "I'm hoping for the Muppet Movie 2. I'm playing Charles Grodin in Muppet 2: Electric Waterloo? Beaker-loo?"

Padukone: 'Kajol in DDLJ is my dream role'

2010-12-07T17:58:00.000+01:00

Deepika Padukone has revealed that her ultimate role would be to play Kajol's part inDilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.

According to India Today, the actor said that the Yash Raj film was her favourite movie when she was younger.

The model-turned-actress commented: "I loved DDLJ and my dream role is Kajol's role in the film."

Padukone added: "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge came at a time when I was growing up and watching a lot of Indian cinema.

"At that time the trend of parents opposing the lovers and the couple going all out to get together used to fascinate me. Neither the lovers nor their parents would compromise on their ideology, albeit impractical."

The star's current project Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey went on release on Friday.