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Nadine Coyle: I’m psychic


Nadine Coyle claims she is psychic.
The former Girls Aloud star believes she has supernatural powers allowing her to peer into the future and see what will happen in her and her friends' lives.
She explained: "I am psychic. I had a vision when I was nine about being in a dressing room and getting angry at a person banging on the door. Some years later, on a Girls Aloud tour, it happened."
The 29-year-old singer - who released a poorly performing debut solo album, 'Insatiable', in 2010 - revealed another example of a situation when she used her sixth sense to warn a pal about subsequent events.
She is quoted by the Daily Mirror newspaper as saying: "Another time, I had told a friend I'd had a vision and that something was going to happen to him. He called me two days later - and it had happened exactly how I had seen it."
Nadine - who has nine-month-old daughter Anaíya Bell - didn't predict a spat with ex-bandmate Cheryl Fernandez-Versini on the horizon though, and is said to be furious with the 'The X Factor' judge following comments the singer made claiming she's "full of s**t."
In an interview with Attitude magazine, Cheryl blamed her co-star for the split of Girl's Aloud, saying: "She's full of s**t. She was the one who wanted to make a solo record. Which is why we took the hiatus."
However a source told The Star newspaper: "Nadine can't believe that Cheryl is trying to put the blame on her again. It's made her really angry, especially the disrespectful language used. Nadine feels really pushed out."

Lorde: Nicki Minaj dropped out of Hunger Games soundtrack


Nicki Minaj dropped out of appearing on 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1' soundtrack.
According to singer Lorde, who penned 'Yellow Flicker Beat' for the latest instalment of the movie franchise, the 'Anaconda' hitmaker was "going to do a thing" but struggled to find the time in between recording her new album.
Lorde told MTV: "Nicki was going to do a thing, which was going to be amazing, but she's obviously super-deep in her album, which is going to be awesome, and even if I couldn't get a song I'm happy we're going to get a new Nicki Minaj album to listen to at the gym for six months."
As a solo artist, Lorde, 18, also confessed she found it difficult collaborating with other singers and admitted she was surprised by the difficulties that came along with producing tracks.
She said: "Basically, I didn't realise how hard working with other artists was. I only have to deal with myself and I know how bad I am at meeting time goals.
"It was kind of funny being on the other side of that being like, 'We have deadlines, we have budgets, we have different demographics to think about.'
"But most people adhered to the time really well and were really lovely about getting it done and I think they realised how much it meant to me, based on the intense vocab I used in my emails."

Lauren Riley denies ‘steamy affair’


Lauren Riley has denied having a "steamy affair" with James Hill during 'The Apprentice'.
The 28-year-old solicitor - who was fired by Lord Alan Sugar on last night's (19.11.14) episode of the BBC reality series - was rumoured to have enjoyed a fling with her fellow candidate when the show was filmed earlier this year, but she's now spoken out to deny the claims.
Speaking exclusively to BANG Showbiz, she said: "I did read rumours and I was flattered by James' claims of a steamy affair but it's just not the case. I'm sorry to disappoint people ... It's hard to read because I was there for business and investment in my idea and that was my focus."
The brunette beauty also claimed her dismissal from the process after being taken back into the boardroom with Daniel Lassman by project manager Mark Wright following their team's failure in the advertising task, wasn't entirely fair.
She explained: "I think Dan and Mark are pretty savvy and they know that their arguments are a good source of entertainment and there's quite a hefty focus on entertainment in this year's show and that's obviously served them quite well when it comes to remaining in the process."
Lauren continued: "I think to remain in the process any longer I would've had to have started employing the tactics of some of the other candidates that remain and I wasn't willing to compromise in that respect."
And Lauren is now hoping that one of the three remaining female candidates - Roisin Hogan, Katie Bulmer-Cooke and Bianca Miller - will win the £250,000 investment from Lord Sugar as she doesn't think those who have "employed tactics and played games" should "prosper".

Melissa McCarthy to play Tinker Bell


Melissa McCarthy will play Tinker Bell.
The 'Bridesmaids' star will take on the role of the fairy heroine in a currently untitled comedy-adventure by Fox, reports Deadline.
'Sex Tape' writer Nicholas Stoller will pen the script based upon J. M. Barrie's play 'Peter Pan' from 1904, while 'Night at the Museum: The Secret Tomb' director Shawn Levy will helm the film.
The 44-year-old actress most recently appeared in the comedy drama 'St Vincent', during which she appears to have made quite an impression on her co-star Bill Murray who recently suggested Melissa for a part in the reboot 'Ghostbusters 3'.
The 'Lost In Translation' actor - who was an original Ghostbuster alongside Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson and Harold Ramis in the 1980s movies - said that he would like to see the 'Tammy' star appear in a female-led sequel to the film, along with fellow 'Bridesmaids' actress Kristen Wiig.
Bill said: "Melissa would be a spectacular Ghostbuster. And Kristen Wiig is so funny - God, she's funny!"

Lily Allen’s record label folds


Lily Allen's record label has folded.
The 'Sheezus' hitmaker set up label ITNO, which stands for In The Name Of, in partnership with Sony in 2011, but has struggled to sign on enough new talent to keep the company afloat.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Lily had bright hopes but it simply hasn't worked out.
"She hoped by now to have an array of top talent on her roster but it's quite the opposite.
"Three years is enough time to gauge success. It's just run its course."
Sony are believed to have invested a hefty sum in Lily, 29 and the label, with her annual salary being recorded as £100,000 while she enjoyed a three year hiatus from recording in 2009.
However, the brunette beauty is keen to continue finding new talent and is reportedly set to announce her new role at an alternative label in the near future.
Her spokesman said: "Lily will shortly be announcing a new signing/consulting role for another label."
Meanwhile, Lily - whose most recognisable signing success at ITNO is 'Another Love' singer Tom Odell - is "very happy" the BRIT Award winner has now been taken on by Columbia, a branch of Sony records.
Her spokesperson added: "In the meantime she is very happy that Tom Odell's records will be released on Columbia, who were the distributors for ITNO."

Keira Knightley feared being fired in Hollywood


Keira Knightley feared she would be fired from 'Pirates of the Caribbean'.
The 29-year-old actress - who took on the starring role of Elizabeth Swan in the movie series in 2003, aged 17 - has confessed she didn't have much faith in herself when she first arrived in Hollywood and was convinced director Jerry Bruckheimer was going to fire her from her first blockbuster role in 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl'.
She told the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column: "I remember going to Hollywood . . . I had only packed a small bag because I was convinced they were going to fire me."
The 'Begin Again' star added she struggled to adapt to life after making a name for herself in the franchise and found the harsh criticisms of her performances had to take as a teenager.
She explained: "Being a teenager that's come out of sort of big blockbuster films, there was a lot of criticism.
"People saying, 'She's s**t, she can't act, she can't do it. What's the point? She's pouty, she's thin.' "Being a teenager, you do read it all . . . you go, 'Oh, my God, I'm that awful.'"
Despite receiving worldwide recognition for her performance in the movies opposite Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom, Keira confessed she isn't keen on reprising her character for the eagerly-awaited fifth film 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales'.
When asked if she would consider returning to the role, she said: "No, I don't think so.
"It was an amazing point in my life, but it was a good five-year chunk. It was incredible, but I can't really imagine going back to it."

Michael Bay excited by Transformers cars


Michael Bay says the great cars he got to use in 'Transformers: Age of Extinction' was the "coolest" thing about making the movie.
The 49-year-old director has worked on all four films in the robot franchise, and the petrol head always got excited when a new vehicle would be delivered to the set
He explained: "One of the coolest things about doing the 'Transformers' movies is car companies see the value in having their new cars in the film.
"So, they'd literally fly their new cars from car shows in Europe or wherever to my office. Bugatti, Mercedes, Chevy, Lamborghini. They all wanted to be part of this franchise."
Despite receiving the sought-after automobiles, the filmmaker admitted he did consider leaving the franchise after 2011's 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon', when Shia LaBeouf revealed he would not be returning for another movie. However, the movie maker was tempted back when 'Ted' star Mark Wahlberg - who he worked with on the 2013 crime comedy 'Pain & Gain' - expressed an interest in the film.
When questioned on whether he contemplated quitting, he said: "I did think about it, but I came to the conclusion I didn't want to hand it off to somebody else.
"The franchise has a big, loyal audience all around the world. We started working on the script and I worked with Mark on 'Pain & Gain' and it was great fun. When Mark showed interest in doing a Transformers film it got me."
The acclaimed director - who previously worked on 'Armageddon' and 'Pearl Harbor' - also confessed the studio was not sure about the 43-year-old star featuring in the film, as they thought a younger protagonist may be more suitable.
He said: "Yes there was [talks of using a younger actor]. The studio suggested that, but I liked the father-daughter story and my experience with Mark on 'Pain & Gain' was so good it seemed like a natural fit."
'Transformers: Age of Extinction' is out on DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Download now

Beady Eye split on good terms


Beady Eye split up on "good terms", guitarist Andy Bell has revealed.
Liam Gallagher announced the group he formed in the wake of Oasis' split in 2009 had parted ways last month after releasing two albums - 'Different Gear, Still Speeding' and 'BE'.
The singer made the revelation on his Twitter account simply stating, "Beady Eye are no longer. Thanks for all your support".
Now Andy has revealed the decision to call time on the band - also comprised of former Oasis members Gem Archer and Chris Sharrock and Jay Mehler - was made by Liam but he insists everyone is cool with each other.
He told NME magazine: "Liam had been pretty quiet for a while, and then he just let us know his heart wasn't really in it any more.
"It ended on good terms and we're all still mates. We wished each other the best of luck and it's all cool. It just sort of ran its course."
Andy - who played bass in Oasis - isn't sure what Liam's musical plans are now and he doesn't know if the 'Wonderwall' singer intends to reform his former band with brother Noel Gallagher.
When asked if the split has made it easier for an Oasis reunion to happen, he said: "I have no idea. It would be great - whether or not I was involved."
Now Beady Eye have broken up, Andy has reformed his first group Ride.
The indie band - comprised of Andy, Laurence Colbert, Steve Queralt and Mark Gardener - are to go on a nine-date tour across Europe, America, Canada and the UK in 2015 and will kick off their shows at Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom on Friday May 22.
Tickets go on sale Friday November 21 from www.ridemusic.net

Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow to spend anniversary together


Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow will spend their wedding anniversary together.
The Coldplay frontman - who is believed to have rekindled his romance with Jennifer Lawrence - may have split from his estranged wife in March after 10 years of marriage, but they will still see one another on December 5, as well as other upcoming holidays in order to keep things as normal as possible for their two children, Apple, 10, and eight-year-old Moses.
A source said: "Chris has said he and Gwyneth want to make things as normal as possible for the children.
"They always do something to mark their anniversary. They also intend to spend at least part of Thanksgiving together and Christmas Day."
The 'Hunger Games' actress is said to be unhappy with the arrangement and has warned the 'Sky Full of Stars' singer he needs to prove he is serious about his marriage being over if they are to have a future together.
The source added to Grazia magazine: "Jennifer understands that Chris needs to spend time with the kids and that he's got to be in contacts with Gwyneth.
"But she's told him that if he's serious about making things work between them, he needs to file for divorce before the end of the year and show that he's ready to move on."

Kimberley Walsh’s fat feet


Kimberley Walsh is desperate for her feet to shrink.
The former Girls Aloud singer was forced to don larger shoes when she was pregnant due to water retention, but even though she gave birth to her and Justin Scott's son Bobby 11 weeks ago, she still can't fit into her favourite footwear.
She said: "While I was pregnant I expected my feet to swell, but now Bobby's here I wish they'd shrink back to size five!
"I feel like I'm still carrying some water as I'm having to wear size six shoes.
"Friends have told me they may stay bigger until I finish breast feeding. I can handle that but I have a very expensive shoe cupboard which I've acquired over years of being in the group and I can't bear the idea of never being able to squeeze into them again."
Luckily for Kimberley, she has some willing volunteers who will take on her shoe collection if she can't get back into it.
She added to OK! magazine: "My sisters Amy and Sally have said that if my feet don't go back, the shoes will go to a good home.
"At the moment I'm just wearing comfy flat leather boots and Uggs, but there will be a time soon when I want to get out the stilettos."

Angelina Jolie chartered a helicopter for Jack O’Connell


Angelina Jolie chartered a helicopter for Jack O'Connell to visit his sick friend.
The British star, whose father died of pancreatic cancer when he was a teenager, formed a close bond with the 'Unbroken' director, who underwent a preventative double mastectomy last year and whose mother died of ovarian cancer in 2007, on the set of the film in Australia and says she went out of her way to help him after he discovered a close friend of his had been diagnosed with liver cancer.
The 24-year-old actor: "I was feeling my worst, with the diet and the effects of preparation [for the film], and the only way I could possibly see him was if someone were to expedite the journey. And Angie arranged for a helicopter."
Jack admits "the whole film was very f**king brutal" and Angelina also organised a special meal to help him relax during filming.
He told DuJour magazine: "The same weekend, she organised some of my closest people around a table to have a meal with me. That exceeded the requirements of a director. It made me think how I had kicked the s**t out of myself for two months before starting the film, but all I wanted to do was be on set and repay the favour. That isn't a conventional actor-director relationship, so for her to make me feel like this was a two-way investment was so important."
Angelina, who has six children, Maddox, 13, Pax, 10, Zahara, nine, Shiloh, eight, and twins Knox and Vivienne, six, with husband Brad Pitt, admits it was difficult for her to ignore her instincts as a mother and push Jack and the other actors to their limits when they were portraying prisons of war.
She said: "All the boys had to starve - even the extras - and we'd have days when there were 200 young men just standing in the heat. The mother in me wanted to stop and put everyone under a tent and give them water and just call it a day. The other side of me had to do my job and push it forward."

Sharon Stone mourns nephew


Sharon Stone is mourning the loss of her 22-year-old nephew.
The 'Basic Instinct' actress is "devastated" after her older brother Michael Stone's son, Colin Stone, was found dead in Los Angeles earlier this month from a suspected heroin overdose.
The 56-year-old star's family confirmed the tragic news in a statement to UsMagazine.com on Wednesday (19.11.14), saying: "Colin was a wonderful talented son. Unfortunately he had an addiction bigger than himself. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to all families coping with children facing addiction."
A spokesperson for the LA County Coroner's office told gossip website RadarOnline.com that Colin was found dead in his apartment in Hollywood on November 10 "during a welfare check by his apartment manager."
His death was recorded as a "possible overdose, pending toxicology reports."
Sharon had just finished filming 'Life on the Line' with John Travolta when she got the news.
A source told the National Enquirer: "Sharon is devastated! Years ago, she helped Colin's dad - her brother, Michael - get his life back on track after serving time for selling 
narcotics. Michael was able to escape a life of drugs. Unfortunately, his son was not so lucky."
Michael, 63, was allegedly jailed for two years for possession of a kilo of cocaine when he was younger.