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Chris Brown extends rehab stay


Chris Brown is extending his stay in rehab.
The 'Fine China' singer recently completed his court-ordered 90 days in a treatment facility in a bid to overcome his anger management issues but has decided to stay there for further treatment.
A source close to the 24-year-old singer told E! News: "It was his choice. He will come out soon."
The star voluntarily checked himself into rehab in Malibu, California in October after being accused of assaulting Parker Adams, who is suing the singer and his bodyguard for $3 million, in Washington D.C., but he was kicked out after throwing a rock through his mother Joyce's car window.
The R&B singer was then ordered to seek anger management at a different facility instead of being sentenced to jail when his probation, stemming from his violent assault on then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009, was formally revoked as a result of the alleged assault.
Chris and his bodyguard's criminal trials are set to begin on April 17.
The 'Forever' hitmaker has been granted permission to leave rehab to attend several events recently, including a celebration to honour his work with LA community group 2nd Call and his Symphonic Love Foundation and Unity Campaign on Friday night (21.02.14).
A source said he stayed for more than two hours, appeared to be in "good spirits" and warmly greeted people who came to his table.

Jake Gyllenhaal reunites with Alyssa Miller


Jake Gyllenhaal and Alyssa Miller are back together.
The 'End of Watch' star, 33, ended his six-month relationship with the 24-year-old model in December after they struggled to cope with him relocating to Los Angeles from New York to shoot his upcoming film 'Nightcrawler,' but they really missed each other.
A source told UsMagazine.com: "It has been less than two weeks so it is new again."
The couple were in regular contact throughout their time apart, and another insider said: "They were still talking during the break. When he was done with 'Nightcrawler' he was spending a lot of time by himself and with his family over the holidays and he missed her."
Jake pulled the plug on his romance with the Sports Illustrated beauty before Christmas, as they could no longer handle having a long distance relationship.
A source previously said said: "(Jake) was very taken with [Miller], but I think their work definitely drew them apart. I know people are bummed, because many thought he had a chance this time."
The couple first started dating in June after they met at their gym in New York.
The 'Brokeback Mountain' actor has dated a slew of fellow A-list stars in the past including Reese Witherspoon, Kirsten Dunst, Minka Kelly and singer Taylor Swift.

Lily Allen names album Sheezus to honour Kanye West


Lily Allen will call her new album 'Sheezus' as a tribute to Kanye West.
The 'Air Balloon' singer insisted the name of the record - a parody of the rapper's latest album 'Yeezus' - isn't intended as a joke as his expense, instead describing it as a sign of "respect".
She told The Sun newspaper: "With all my albums, I've just wanted to have a laugh. But yes, 'Sheezus', it's bold. But it's not taking the p**s out of Kanye at all.
"I've got nothing but respect for him. I love him ... So it is a little homage to him. I hope he doesn't think it's a diss. I'd be horrified if he thought that."
The 28-year-old star also explained while Kanye is outspoken and controversial, he actually "makes total sense".
She said: "I know people think he's crazy but most of what he says I think makes total sense. I mean there are a few exceptions but on the whole.
"He is one of the only people who says what he believes and people call him mad for it."

Ian McKellen praises Ellen Page for coming out


Sir Ian McKellen has praised Ellen Page for "coming out".
The veteran actor - who publicly revealed he was gay in 1988 - is glad the star has been open with the world about her sexuality and thinks it will serve as "encouragement" for other people to see "it does get better".
He told Buzzfeed: "All this has come to a happy conclusion, hasn't it? With Ellen Page ... coming out. That gladdened my heart so much.
"For people who are lonely... reading that about someone whose career they follow is a little bit of a help and encouragement to them to think it does get better."
The star revealed while he was always openly gay, once he made the decision to properly "come out" he realised his life had become "a slightly better place".
He added: "Anyone in public life who comes out, comes out primarily for themselves, and their life is immediately improved. That's what happened to me. The world [became] a slightly better place."
Ellen Page revealed the news in a passionate statement earlier this month.
The 'Juno' star said: "I'm here today because I'm gay. And because maybe I can make a difference - to help others have an easier and more hopeful time.
"Regardless, for me, I feel a personal obligation and a social responsibility. I also do it selfishly, because I am tired of hiding and I am tired of lying by omission. I suffered for years because I was scared to be out.
"My spirit suffered, my mental health suffered and my relationships suffered. And I'm standing here today, with all of you, on the other side of all that pain."

Judi Dench hates the word ‘retire’


Dame Judi Dench says "retire" is the "rudest word" she knows.
The 79-year-old star has no plans to stop acting any time soon and hates being described as "old" or "vintage", preferring to be praised for her enthusiasm rather than her longevity.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, she said: "It's the rudest word in my dictionary, 'retire'. And 'old' is another one. I don't allow that in my house. And being called 'vintage'.
"I don't want any of those old words. I like 'enthusiastic' and I like the word 'cut' because that means you've finished the shot."
The 'Philomena' actress also opened up about macular degeneration, an eye condition often leads to the gradual loss of central vision.
She admitted: "I never want to make much of it, but it is difficult - very, very difficult. I can't read anymore. I can't paint like I used to. I try to watch movies, but it's quite difficult.
"But these are all of the negatives. I don't want to really think about all that. What I can do, I do. And I somehow get by."

Kimberly Wyatt gets married to Max Rogers


Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt has got married.
The 32-year-old singer has tied the knot with her partner Max Rogers, who revealed the news in a relatively low key post on his Twitter account, describing the ceremony as "mint".
He wrote: "Just married.. And it was mint. @KimberleyKWyatt xx (sic)"
His message making the announcement was 'retweeted' by his new bride as she shared the news with her followers.
Meanwhile, her ex band mate Ashley Roberts took to Twitter to give her congratulations to the happy couple.
She said: "Congrats to the newly married couple @max_rogers @KimberlyKWyatt !! Was truly a fairy tale day. Here's to happily ever after (sic)"
Also at the wedding was Sinitta, and Simon Cowell's former girlfriend offered words of support to the newly weds.
She wrote: "@max_rogers +@KimberlyKWyatt Thank you for sharing your incredibly beautiful and romantic day with us.Your vows melted my heart.#stayblessed (sic)"
The couple announced their engagement in September 2013, two years after they started dating.
Sharing a picture of her ring at the time of the proposal, she tweeted: "I said yes!!!!"

Paris Hilton’s artistic boyfriend


Paris Hilton's boyfriend makes artworks for her.
The hotel heiress is dating model River Viiperi and says he often brings out his creative side in order to impress her by making her gifts.
She said: "He [recently] made me a really beautiful piece of art, and he wrote me a beautiful letter. He does sweet things all the time."
The 33-year-old heiress is 11 years older than her boyfriend, but says it doesn't affect them in any way.
She added: "It's not an issue at all, we both look and feel the same age, so it's perfect."
Paris - who is also a DJ and singer - says she's too busy to think about marriage and babies at present, but is hoping to settle down "one day".
The socialite also explained her top confidence tip is to wear an outfit she loves.
She told America's OK! magazine: "Wear whatever you feel happiest in. That's when I feel confident, when I'm wearing something I love."

Kylie Minogue says famous bum has gone ‘south’


Kylie Minogue says her bum has gone "south".
The 'Can't Get You Out of My Head' singer has insisted her famous backside might have had its best days, insisting what she sees in the mirror is "a less polished version" of what her fans see.
She told The Sun newspaper: "In your 40s things tend to go south. I don't think I can live up to expectations.
"I see myself in the mirror every morning and it's not the same as what everyone else sees. It's a less polished version."
The 45-year-old star insisted while she knows she is in decent shape, she still needs more exercise.
She explained: "I keep saying I've got to get fit. I'm like a broken record.
"However, I keep in shape as I'm careful what I eat. I don't drink lots or party much."
Despite her comments on her butt, Kylie spoke earlier this year and insisted it was "doing very nicely", and is so famous it's almost "entirely separate" from her.
She recently said: "The bottom is doing very nicely, thank you - it's holding up well.
"I think of it as something entirely separate from me. The bottom is its own entity.
"It even has its own Twitter profile. I should write letters to it!"

One Direction working on new album


One Direction have no plans to split up, and are writing new music.
The 'Story of My Life' hitmakers - who released their latest album 'Midnight Memories' late last year - have already started work on their fourth record and Liam Payne has insisted they won't be breaking up for a very long time.
Speaking to The Sun newspaper, he said: "We have been writing away for the next album and rehearsals are just about to start soon for the tour. We're not splitting up.
"We're on WhatsApp messaging each other all the time, talking about song ideas and just funny stuff from our day.
"It's been a while since we have all been together so we are enjoying being back in each other's company."
His band mate Harry Styles also claimed the group - completed by Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Niall Horan - don't intend to call it quits, even if their career keeps them away from home for a long time.
He added: "We're not breaking up. We've spent every day together for months and forgot what my mum looked like. It's just holidays."

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