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Amy Winehouse is Cutting Edge

Amy Winehouse once again sported a bandana to cover up her bee hive and with a cigarette in her mouth, an exposed red bra, Wino also debuted her latest glamorous accessory on Monday – a mutilated left arm! This isn’t the first time that the rehabbed singer has sported some scrapes and bruises. Last year, Amy even rocked the battered housewife look after getting into a fight with her husband. There’s no word on how she got the cuts on her arm but if it’s self-inflicted, then treatment doesn’t look like it’s doing all that good. Let’s hope she just got caught in chicken wire or something.

Britney Spears denies pregnancy

Troubled Britney Spears last night denied she is pregnant by her British lover.

Snapper Adnan Ghalib has been bragging to pals that the singer is expecting his baby. But a source close to the singer said: “Britney has put on weight because the doctors have switched her prescription.”

Rumours of a possible pregnancy started back in January when the couple were pictured in a chemist buying a home pregnancy test kit. Snaps of Britney with what seemed to be a “bump” have fuelled the rumours further.

Meanwhile, police say they are now looking into claims the singer was drugged.

Police Captain Kyle Jackson revealed the claims were “being considered”, though a formal investigation has not been launched.

No suspect has, as yet, been named.

Pamela Anderson’s Second Divorce Filing

Here we go again - see if you can keep up.

Pam Anderson and Rick Salomon were married on October 7, 2007. Just a few weeks later, on November 27, she filed for divorce. Then she decided they were going to give things another go, so she withdrew the petition. Two weeks later, on December 13, the couple separated.

Now, Pam has officially filed for divorce again. She wants the marriage nullified on the grounds of fraud.

This is the third marriage for each.

Christina Pops Out

Christina Aguilera is looking healthy after having her baby – at least in the chest area! The singer was out at Villa earlier this week with her music exec husband Jordan. It looks like the new mom turned into quite the sexpot after having her son in January. Though the sexpot part has always been there when it comes to her, Christina has been wearing nothing but low-cut tops lately and putting her enlarged boobs on mass display. She’s obviously enjoying her newfound cleavage – and she’s letting everyone else enjoy them too. Her son Max and hubby Jordan are two very lucky males.

Britney Gets Visitation

It may have some strings attached but the most important part of this piece of news is that Britney Spears has won her visitation rights back. It’s being reported that lawyers for both sides have hashed out a deal in which the fallen pop star will get visitation in a therapeutic setting. Commissioner Scott Gordon has already signed off on the agreement. The deal took more than a week to iron out. The parties had allegedly agreed in principle last weekend to a deal but fell apart in court on Tuesday.

It is also being said that Kevin Federline is alright with Britney seeing the kids again.

Drew’s Wardrobe Don’t

Drew Barrymore showed up at SoHo House’s Grey Goose Pre-Oscar party Thursday night in a lovely black, red, and white dress by Gucci. She was looking cute and seemingly oblivious to her fashion mistake.

Seems the same dress was worn by Rachel McAdams a few months ago at the Toronto Film Festival. Oh well, Drew had no idea, apparently, and partied it up with Justin Long and best bud Cameron Diaz.

Still cute, though.

Final Portrait of Heath Ledger

A new portait has been released of Heath Ledger, created only weeks before his untimely death.

The portrait was created by Australian artist Vincent Fantauzzo. He said that he and Heath spent a great deal of time collaborating before any work was done. “Before we did the painting we to all hours. The night before, we talked about the painting and about art, and about all sorts of things.”

As you can see, this is quite a disturbing image and not necessarily how most of us want to picture Heath. Fantauzzo said the image “was an idea we discussed together and came up with…it was about how we all have different consciences and voices in our head that tell us what to do and how to react. They’re not good or bad, they’re just voices that we hear, telling us how to behave. That’s what the other figures are in the painting.”

Avril Pregnant

We return once again to the celebrity baby boom of 2008. It’s been a bit quiet recently but here we are again, this time with Canadian singer Avril Lavigne.

The’Girlfriend’ star and husband Deryck Whibley were spotted shopping at Los Angeles baby store Petit Tresor on Monday as well as exclusive boutiques Kitson for Kids and Lisa Kline Kids; sparking rumours that she is expecting her first child.

During their spree in Petit Tresor, the couple reportedly purchased a cheetah diaper bag, baby AC/DC T-shirts and a pacifier holder. The 23-year-old star also appeared to be shielding a possible baby bump by hiding her stomach with a large bag, according to a local photo agency.

However, Avril recently denied rumours she was expecting, insisting people are always making up stories about her. She said: “Remember in high school when people would start fake rumours about you? Well, this isn’t high school - it’s like the entire world.”

Only time will tell the truth…

Britney Spears is Back Pantyless

…in all her glory. Face it, folks, the normal was lasting too long. Weren’t you dying for the crazy again?

Apparently, finding that black coat lost in her dad’s closet made her forget to put on her undies. But really, in a short dress, who would even think you’d need it? Sheesh, Britney was back on the town, showing her stuff to the paparazzi, and the world, as she went to dinner at the SHU sushi restaurant in L.A.

Maybe if they make her a Victoria’s Secret model, she’ll wear the free panties.

Top Dollar for Jennifer Lopez Baby Pics

Rumors are flying about the final price for first dibs on pics of Jennifer Lopez’s babies. They aren’t here yet, but the scramble is on to be the first with exclusive rights to the photos.

Seems People is going to pony up with the money to the tune of $6 million. OK! Magazine is also going to purchase international rights. J. Lo’s rep, though, says no deal has been finalized.

We’ll see when they arrive!

Heidi Klum Offers Britney Spears a Room

Project Runway star and supermodel Heidi Klum wants to give Britney Spears a helping hand. She says she would gladly welcome Britney in an attempt to help her get her life back on track.

She says, “She can call me and come live in our house with us for a couple of months. I would help set her straight.”

Heidi lives in Beverly Hills with her husband, musician Seal, and their three children, ages 1, 2, and 3.

Rumer Willis in a Music Video

San Francisco rock band Five AM recently released a music video for the song ‘Still in Love with You’. It’s a short narrative film starring Rumer Willis, Ice-T and Edward Furlong (John Conner in ‘Terminator 2’). The video puts a unique twist on the traditional music video and uses a narrative storyline to demonstrate the social and political effects of violence and hate. If that’s the case, they chose a weird cast for the video. It was a nice video though.

But anyway, if you want to find out how you can promote peace, visit the LOVE (Love Over Violence Everywhere) section of FIVEAM.com.

Reese Witherspoon is Directing

Reese has had her share of fame in front of the camera. Now she wants a turn behind it.

She says, “I’m inching toward directing, I have to say. Be very afraid. I’m tackling that next.”

She isn’t giving any specifics, though, so we’ll just have to keep our eyes and ears open and wait and see.

Grammy Ratings

According to the preliminary reports, Sunday nights Grammy Awards telecast was the third least watched ever in its 50 year history. 20 million viewers tuned in last year while only 17.5 million made the effort this year. And to think that the Recording Academy spent so much money on promotions because 2008 was its 50th anniversary. But looking at the brighter side of things, the Grammy’s did win the ratings battle that night – it beat out ‘American Gladiators’ and ‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’.

I have a solution for the Academy – bring back Justin Timberlake in 2009! Herbie Hancock wasn’t enough of a draw.

Oomp-heir, Loomp-heir! - Paris Hilton

Heiress Paris Hilton hits a real low point as she boogies at a party with three green-haired Oompah Loompahs.

The fun-loving society girl, 26, linked up with the cheeky little fellas as she celebrated the release of her new film, The Hottie and the Nottie. One onlooker said Paris couldn’t resist cavorting with the tiny trio.

He said: “As soon as she saw them, she just had to dance with them.” Paris loves dancing with midgets, and also did so at her birthday party last year. Her latest antics came at a bash in Boston, Massachusetts.

Orange-faced Oompah Loompahs were first seen in 1971 flick Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.

Heath Ledger’s Body Cremated

After hundreds of mourners took part in a memorial for Heath Ledger at Penrhos College, a private ceremony was held for family and close friends, including former girlfriend and mother of his daughter Michelle Williams. They went to a little chapel at Fremantle Cemetary in Perth, Australia.

There, a very emotional service included a reading of Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 by Michelle. Afterwards, fellow mourners comforted a clearly upset Michlle. Heath’s body was later cremated on Saturday afternoon.

Bruce Willis Girl is Die Hard

Bruce Willis may be the smuggest man in showbiz as he takes his new love to meet his ex-wife.

The 52-year-old movie hunk is dating model Emma Hemming, 30, and brought her along to meet ex-wife Demi Moore at the birthday party of Demi’s husband, Ashton Kutcher. A far cry from some relationship dramas; the whole affair appears to be very civilised.

The two couples attended the bash in New York, meeting pals such as Madonna along the way. All a bit tame and boring I’m afraid.

Sam Admits He Drugged Britney Spears

Britney’s pal Sam Lufti has admitted to drugging Britney. He says he gave her a handful of pills to help her sleep during one of her episodes.

He also disclosed details about Britney’s mental illness. He said, “In the depressing episodes, it’s all crying. But in the manic episodes there’s very little crying or sympathy or compassion. She becomes another person. She becomes somebody that just doesn’t care about anybody or anything.”

He says the British accent is part of the manic phase. “She’ll stick to the British accent because she becomes comfortable with it…But you know, when the pink wig comes on. It’s getting bad.”

Yep, It’s Twins! - Jennifer Lopez

We’ve known since November that Jennifer Lopez was pregnant. Now, we finally have confirmation to the rumors - she is having twins!

The source of the confirmation? None other than J-Lo’s dad. And guess what? It’s not even the first time twins have shown up in the Lopez family. Seems Jen’s aunt had twins at some point, too.

And he’s already been out shopping for them! Papa Lopez said, “In Puerto Rico it’s custom to buy an azabache (black stone) bracelet for babies to protect them from the evil eye, it’s part of our culture.”

Jackson to attend Grammys

Michael Jackson will attend this week’s Grammy Awards but will not perform, according to reports. The self-styled ‘King of Pop’ has been linked with a rare live appearance at the star-studded annual ceremony for some weeks.

With the imminent release of the 25th anniversary edition of “Thriller”, it was claimed he would give a shock performance at the Los Angeles event on Sunday night. However, sources reveal that although Jackson will be there, he has no intention of playing. They said, “Michael can’t go along with that. He needs more time to rehearse new versions of the songs. And everything requires new choreography.”

Disappointment or relief? I’ll let you decide.

Baby Boom - Angelina Jolie

Adding to the baby boom theory of 2008, Angelina Jolie fuelled pregnancy rumours by wearing another loose-fitting outfit at an awards ceremony this weekend.

The stunning actress appeared at the awards ceremony with husband Brad Pitt to pick up an Outstanding Performance gong at this year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The couple were the centre of attention on the red carpet amid rumours she is pregnant with twins

And Angelina did nothing to quash the reports by wearing a suspiciously loose-fitting number, just like she did at the recent SAG awards. The couple are reported to be making plans to sell their baby news and donating the proceeds to charity.

Selling baby news? Blimey people will buy anything these days…

Marisa Tomei Likes ‘Em Topless

I wouldn’t have picked her as the type. But, they say you can’t always tell.

Marisa Tomei was spotted recently going into two different topless clubs. She has visited Headquarters and Hustler Club. Sources say she went with two male companions and sat and watched the girls dancing.

A call was placed to her rep to find out if she was there for pleasure or business, perhaps working on her upcoming role in “Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead”. No response yet.

Britney Gets Treatment

It may appear that Britney Spears doesn’t give a crap about getting help for whatever her condition is, you may want to think again. Multiple sources are saying that the pop wreck has met with numerous doctors and is even seeing a new psychiatrist and is on medication to treat her bipolar disease.

Sources have varying stories on the efficacy of the medication. One friend says that Brit is a different person when she’s on it – normal and sweet. But then she goes takes it for a while and then feels she can live without it thus making her condition deteriorate. However, another source says that the medication just doesn’t work.

Amy Winehouse is Hated

She was the UK’s darling of music in the past year, she’s gotten a lot of awards and is still getting several accolades for her line of work. But for 2008, things are looking to change for British pop wreck Amy Winehouse. The most recent nomination that the singer has been given is for the dubious title of one of the Villains of the Year at the NME Awards. Wino, who is currently in rehab, is up against Johnny Borrell, Gordon Brown, Tony Blair and President Bush.

In an odd note, rumored flame Pete Doherty was nominated for Worst Dressed and Best Dressed of the Year.