YAY!! Amanda Holden gives birth to a baby girl

Lovely, weepy talent-show judge Amanda Holden gave birth to a healthy baby girl on 23 January. Amanda and husband Chris have named her Hollie Rose Hughes, which a nice, normal, and very pretty name. Hollie is a sister for Amanda's daughter Lexi, 6.

Amanda gave birth after checking herself into hospital two days previously for observation. Spokeswoman Alison Griffin stated that although Hollie Rose was a healthy 6lb 1oz, Amanda had been "in a critical condition for the past three days."

Although she had commitments to film for the new series of Britain's Got Talent, Amanda's condition was such that her fellow judges carried on without her while she stayed in hospital.

It's definitely better safe than sorry in these cases, especially as Amanda suffered the traumatic stillbirth of her son at 7 months pregnant last year.

Best wishes to the Holden-Hughes family!

C xxx

Demi Moore rushed to hospital suffering from a seizure?!

Demi Moore was rushed to hospital last night after collapsing - with rumours swirling that her illness was due to substance abuse.

Now, a 'friend' of Moore's has stepped forward, claiming that they were present when the actress was taken ill. This amazingly discreet and probably real friend says that Demi was "shaking" and "acting like she was suffering from a seizure."

Demi's reps have denied any claims of drug abuse, stating that the ageless actress is in hospital because of "exhaustion" and issues with her "overall health".

There's no denying that since everything came out about hubby Ashton Kutcher's latest indiscretions, and the pair's subsequent split, the Charlie's Angels actress has been looking increasingly frail and scarily thin.

Whatever has caused such a dramatic breakdown of health, I wish Demi the best, and hope she has a speedy recovery. I also hope that there's someone on hand to feed her up a bit and make her feel a little happier...

C xxx

Sarah Harding's new tat

Someone wants to send a message...

Sarah Harding flashed her latest ink today after a marathon four-hour spa session. The troubled Girls Aloud singer now has the words "Don't be bitter - Glitter" tattooed on her back for the rest of time.

After her traumatic  break-up from fiancé Tom Crane, going through rehab for alcohol addiction, and being involved in a New Years' brawl with her ex-boyfriend, Theo De Vries, no-one can blame Sarah for needing a bit of R and R.

Personally, I wouldn't want to get a tattoo in the midst of all that emotional upheaval, but if it makes her happy, then good for her. I just hope it makes her happy in the long term. I think it looks a bit...tacky myself, but that's just personal taste.

Sarah recently commented on her problems, and she's looking forward and moving on. She said:


“I have so much to live for. I have my family and friends, my dogs, a film coming out. I still want to do music and do something solo. Now I think it's about being single and concentrating on myself and my career and who knows what the future holds”.

"I feel like I don't want to be stuck with that drunken image. I go to after-care for the extension to my rehab to keep me going. I am trying so hard. I just want to be taken seriously.”

Good for her.

C xx

Holy Photoshop, V Magazine!

So, this is my one true lady love, Britney Spears, standing with her 'second family' of support staff, managers and so on.

Well, it's her head, and her heavily Photoshopped body. I'd recognise those legs anywhere. However, V Magazine, where the spread appears, has got some nerve. That photo is one of the worst jobs I've seen in a long while.

I don't care if Britney hasn't slimmed down for her wedding yet. I'm just glad she's happy and healthy - this is unnecessary.

C xxx

Take Me Out's boozy sex party!

Everyone's favourite Saturday evening show, ITV's Take Me Out, has been splashed all over the front page of The Sun today.

Apparently, one show contestant threw a weekend-long party for the 90 others in a £4.5 million mansion, which was subsequently trashed. Of course.

One of the party attendees gave a powerful description of the elegant social soiree, saying “There was loads of sex going on — people were doing it in front of each other.” Another delightful soul invoked an image worthy of Wordsworth himself, saying, “Everyone just cut loose. There were condoms everywhere.”

Charming.

An ITV "insider" seemed to revel in the debauchery, as I'm sure the whole thing's going to boost ratings immensely. The unnamed spokesperson said “Take Me Out is known for attracting 'up for it' young people so it's no surprise they want to have a fun party.”

Yep. Fun.

Broken Britain indeed.

C xxx

Welcome to the BeyBe!

So, the fabled coming of the blessed child has finally happened!

Reports are now swirling that Beyonce and Jay Z have welcomed a baby girl, as Bey gave birth by scheduled caesarian section on Saturday 7 January.

There has been some confusion across the Twitterverse about the name - I initially reported it was Blue Ivy Carter, and was then corrected to Ivy Blue...but now it seems that "close friends" of the couple are confirming that the name is indeed Blue Ivy!

I actually like the name Ivy, and I guess I can cope with Blue as being part of the grand old celebrity tradition of giving your child a 'different', 'interesting', 'stupid' name.

Well, regardless of name confusion, date of birth confusion, fake pregnancy rumours and all the other craziness that has surrounded the almost holy pregnancy of the great Beyonce, congratulations to the new parents! I'm sure they'll do a great job, as they've managed to do the unthinkable so far by keeping their private lives private. Long may it continue for the Carters, although I do want some baby pics asap please!

C xx

Want to get in Cheryl Cole's pants? Just ask her builders!

Urgh, gross, horrible, vile.

Just before she hopped across the pond to try and make it big in the USA, Cheryl Cole bought a house in London's posh Hadley Wood. When she jetted off to the US, she decided to get the builders in to make some improvements.

However, it seems as though she's hired a bunch of perv-tastic, privacy-invading cowboy arseholes.

An undercover reporter got wind of what was going on, and asked 'a source' about it. They were then told the following:

“Yes. Cheryl’s clothes. I have some of her knickers, some tops, bras. How much will you pay me for the picture inside the house? Give me an offer for both - the clothes and to go inside the house.”

Absolutely awful. If this is true, then someone is going to get arrested. And sued. Even if it isn't true, it's a terrible thing to even lie about.

Cheryl is a celebrity, yes. But there is no justification on this earth for rooting through a woman's underwear drawer and inviting strangers into her home.

Hopefully this turns out not to be true...if I was Cheryl, I would be stacking up quite the legal team right about now.

C xxx

Marvin Humes and Rochelle Wiseman engaged!

It's a match made in pop band heaven! JLS hottie Marvin and The Saturdays stunner Rochelle are getting married!

After a relationship which has been fairly plain-sailing by celeb standards - only one major breakup - the pair have taken things to the next level as Marvin popped the question in Barbados.

The happy couple both tweeted their happy news in order to let their fans know directly, rather than through any dodgy pictures or speculative articles.

Best of luck to them both! This eases my Brand/Perry split agony by exactly 3%.

I'll leave you to enjoy this picture of the gorge pair on their romantic holiday, and Rochelle's HUGE diamond sparkler! The ring is from fancy jewellers Boodles, and reportedly set the Marvster back a cool £50,000! Wowza!

C xxx

Katy Perry and Russell Brand file for divorce!

My life is over. That's it. Never again will I believe so much in a celebrity marriage. I am in shock.

Katy Perry and her husband of 14 months, Russell Brand, have split. Russell filed for divorce, citing 'irreconcilable differences'.

The pair, whose whirlwind romance saw them engaged within four months of meeting, and married ten months after that, have been the subject of speculation since their relationship began.

Personally, I've tried to avoid throwing negative comment on their relationship; favouritism, I know, but it's my blog and I'll favouritise who I want to!

Throughout their short marriage, Katy and Russell have spent long periods apart; he was filming the semi-ok film 'Arthur', while Katy was on her California Dreams world tour.

Russell's comment on the divorce was simple. He just said "Sadly, Katy and I are ending our marriage. I'll always adore her and I know we'll remain friends."

I'm genuinely sad for these two. They seemed so well-suited, in love and happy, but for the huge press intrusion in their lives. It's a sad day in the office at MCLairy Towers...

C xx

Lindsay Lohan has a modelling job!

After her recent Marilyn Monroe-inspired Playboy shoot, Lindsay Lohan has moved on to modelling for Jag Jeans, rocking a teeny tiny pair of hotpants and her usual fingers-in-the-mouth sex face.

Not going to lie, I love a bit of Linds, I really do.

This shoot was photographed by the same guy who did the Playboy shoot - Yu Tsai - who was clearly impressed by Lindsay's poses.

A press release from the shoot reads "As Jag Jeans' newest endorser, Lindsay embodies the strength and fearlessness of the woman of today. She is unafraid to be who she is. She is fierce yet exudes feminine grace."

I'll reserve judgement on the grace, but I'm massively excited for the return of the Lohan after her latest glowing probation report and the super-high sales of her Playboy issue.

C xxx

Ain't no dirt on THOSE shoulders.

This is officially my favourite picture in the entire history of the world.

There aren't words to describe my love of Kate and Wills. I'm not usually one to go all gooey-eyed over the monarchy, but they're just sort of...normal. And that's cool!

The young royals got down with the people at the homeless shelter they visited to make some lovely Christmas cookies for the 18th birthday of a resident! I wish they'd visit me, but alas, I have no landmark birthday or worthy cause.

Wills's technique is worthy of Jay-Z himself, while Kate looks like she's having a TOTES AMAZE time, laughing at her husband's expense.

C xxx

Angelina buys Brad the best birthday present ever

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt clearly like to keep things fun - Angie was recently spotted buying Brad a swearing parrot toy for his 48th birthday!

The toy is called Polly the Insulting Parrot, and Ms Jolie bought it at a toy shop in Vegas over the weekend.

The shop manager stated that 'There were 200 people in the store and they all froze when she walked in and just watched her shop.' That's a bit creepy, if I'm honest.

Anyway, I hope Brad liked his filthy-mouthed parrot pal. Do you reckon there's still enough time to get one shipped to the UK for Christmas?

C xxx

David Beckham: Angry.

David and Victoria Beckham are reported to be FUMING at the 'select group' of journalists they sent a private family Christmas card to after pictures of it popped up all over Twitter.

The family snap featured the four adorable mini-Beckhams sat in bed, while the back of the card read 'Picture by Daddy' - which is the CUTEST THING EVER.

I can understand that the Becks family didn't want the picture to become public, but I must say...If you don't want something to become public, don't send it to a whole bunch of journalists! There is no better way to ensure that something will instantly be shown to the most people it is humanly possible to show. Not one.

I think there might be a few people struck off the Victoria and David Official Xmas Card List next year. But - if you're reading this, Victoria and David, I would NEVER do such a thing. So feel free to send me stuff!

C xxx

Rihanna does not take kindly to public racial slurs...

After Dutch magazine Jackie printed an article about Rihanna, calling her a 'n**** bitch', the singing superstar hit back at Editor Eva Hoeke over Twitter.

Rihanna responded to the article in her usual highly effective, to-the-point style, saying;

"I hope u can read english, because your magazine is a poor representation of the evolution of human rights! I find you disrespectful, and rather desperate!! You ran out of legit, civilized information to print! There are 1000's of Dutch girls who would love to be recognized for their contributions to your country, you could have given them an article. Instead, u paid to print one degrading an entire race! That's your contribution to this world! To encourage segregation, to mislead the future leaders to act in the past! You put two words together with the intent of abasement, that made no sense…"N**** BITCH"?!….Well with all respect, on behalf of my race, here are my two words for you…FUCK YOU!!!"

Wow.

To be fair, if I was Rihanna, I'd be just as angry. Hell, I get almost that angry when someone spells my name wrong, so god knows what I'd have done in her shoes.

After a particularly rubbish 'IT WAS ONLY A JOKE!!!! HA!! ha...ha?' type apology, Eva decided, probably wisely, to quit as Editor of Jackie after everything blew up. Defos the best option, I think!

C xxx

Lauren Goodger's gonna wash that man right out of her hair

This is the hair tend that just won't die, isn't it?

The Only Way Is Essex's Lauren Goodger emerged from a marathon session in the salon yesterday to show off her new dip-dyed locks.

While I like the look when it's sported subtly by J.Lo, or with a cool edge by Rachel Bilson, Lauren's mane is just a bit too...obvious. The colour change looks very Stacey Solomon/Giuliana Rancic from a few months ago, and it ain't pretty.

I wish Lauren had gone for the glossy, healthy-looking brunette she's got on the roots all over. It would look much more expensive and be far more versatile. She's got a pretty face and lovely eyes, which dark, luscious hair would really bring out.

She might be trying to colour Mark Wright out of her life, but I don't think this is the way to go.

C xxx

Frankie Cocozza axed from The X Factor!

Wannabe rocker Frankie Cocozza has been kicked off The X Factor.

The unprecedented move comes after he allegedly boasted about using Class A drug cocaine in front of production staff. Clever. Not taking drugs is one of the 'Golden Rules' of the show, and having broken this rule, Frankie had to go.

Although his legions of teenage fans will be devastated, it's probably for the best that he's gone - for him and for the show.

Frankie released a statement, saying;

"I'd like to apologise to Gary, my fellow contestants and everyone who has voted for me, but, as of today, I will no longer be in the X Factor.

"My life during the show has gone out of control and my behaviour off stage has over-stepped the rules of the competition. I no longer deserve my place in the show, so I am therefore leaving.

I would like to thank everyone who has supported me."

Well, it's a fine way for him to show it. It's one thing being Jack the Lad and taking recreational drugs in your normal life, if that's how you choose to live. It's another thing entirely to break an explicit rule of the competition that's giving you an opportunity to be successful and famous (...at least for six months) at the expense of others.

At least he had the decency to apologise. If he really has a problem, and hasn't just been caught having a cheeky one, then I sincerely hope he gets the help he needs. As a young guy, he's got a better chance than most to knock any burgeoning habits on the head. Best of luck to him in getting sorted.

The current gossip swirling around is that an eliminated act - Johnny Robinson or The Risk, most likely, will be able to fill the place and have another chance to prove themselves.

The X Factor representatives are refusing to make any announcements until tomorrow, so watch this space...

C xxx

Where in the world is Kim Kardashian?

Since filing for divorce from her husband of 72 days, basketball star Kris Humphries, Kim Kardashian has been under some intense media scrutiny.

The queen of reality TV initially looked to be getting on with things, flying out to Australia to promote her line of handbags. However, since quitting her promo tour, Kim K has gone into lockdown mode.

She arrived at LAX yesterday, only to be faced with a barrage of paps. Kimmy jumped straight into her car and drove off, with the photogs in hot pursuit. Sneaky Kim managed to pull a fast one by switching cars halfway through the journey, meaning that she managed to lose the press and hole up in a secret location.

Sources close to the Kardashians have said that the plan is for Kim to remain in hiding until she starts work on a film.

A film called 'Marriage Counsellor.' I literally couldn't even make that up if I tried. It's too perfect.

C xxx

Jedward do Eurovision...part II

I am so excited right now.

While I have been snowed under doing work that actually pays my bills, some earth-shattering news has been revealed.

JEDWARD. ARE. BACK.

After their storming performance in this year's Celebrity Big Brother, the loopy duo have revealed that they plan to build on this and their success in central and eastern Europe by competing in Eurovision for the second year in a row.

Last year, the boys dazzled us all in their glittery jackets, bouncing around the stage to Lipstick. I, for one, can't wait for round 2. I am an out and proud Jedward fan. They are amazing. They are fun. They are in no way serious. They know their lack of genuine talent, but they go for it anyway.

In a nutshell, Jedward ARE Eurovision. If they can restore Ireland to their Eurovision success heyday, I will love them even more. Let's face it, the UK is never going to get anywhere, so I may as well root for my ancestral home.

John, who rather unfairly is only represented by the 'J' of Jedward, said;


"Guess what? We're gonna be doing Eurovision 2012. It's totally awesome. We did Eurovision 2011 and since we did that we're known all across Europe and all across the world.

"And next year it's gonna be even bigger and better because we're in all these teen magazines, and we go all over Europe.

"Our song and album and everything is doing really well in all these countries, and we're really excited about doing Eurovision 2012."

Good luck, crazy boys!

Francis Boulle and Emma Watson were an ITEM?

Oh. My. Goodness.

Made in Chelsea's Francis Boulle (who I ADORE, by the way) has spoken out about his 'bit of a thing' with Harry Potter actress Emma Watson.

Francis says of the brief relationship "I have always been an ambitious person and I want to achieve my own notoriety for what I've done. That's why I chose not to pursue it any longer, because I didn't want to be the boyfriend of some child actress.”

Hmm....patronising much? She might very well say she didn't want to be associated with a reality TV wannabe, but hey ho. Francis's interview in Heat does contain some kind words about Emma, thankfully. Apparently, "She's a really cool person."

The Daily Mail ran a story about Emma back in 2008 when she attended the 24th Cartier polo match at Smith's Lawn in Windsor, where she was snapped chatting and laughing with three different fellas. To be fair, talking to three blokes at the polo is hardly cause for an entire news story, but what makes it a tad more interesting is that one of those posh lads is none other than our very own Mr. Boulle! Loving the sweeping hair, Franny.

C xxx

Oooh er, Imogen Thomas disses Katie Price

After Danny Cipriani was spotted emerging barefoot from a house with Katie Price, the work insinuated that they had bumped uglies. Apparently, Imogen Thomas, who has a history with rugby player Cipriani, think this too, because she's been lashing out at Katie to friends.

According to The Mirror, Imogen has been saying some lovely things, such as;

"She looks like a transvestite...Out of every woman in the world, her? She's such a slag."

Ouch. I guess the friendship between Imogen and Katie is definitely over, then? The two used to be pals, but they fell out after Imogen posted a video of Katie singing (badly) at a party thrown at Katie's pink Essex mansion. The Cipriani business seems to have finally severed any ties.

I await Katie's reply with baited breath.

C xx