Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart set to team up again

It looks like Robert

Ireland ends free Guinness after blood donation

One of Ireland's most unusual traditions, drinking a free pint of Guinness after donating blood, is to be ended.

Glenn Close to play 'Fatal Attraction' man in new Irish movie

Glenn Close will play a man in a movie set in Dublin, which is due to start shooting in June.

Close has lobbied hard for the movie, "The singular life of Albert

Bono favorite to be voted Ireland's greatest ever person

The search is on for Ireland's greatest ever person - and St. Patrick is not on the ballot. A national opinion poll by RTE Television has narrowed the numbers down to 40 and voting begins tomorrow night. Bookmakers are making

Susan Boyle's $7 million birthday present arrives in April

Susan Boyle will receive the best birthday present ever when she wakes up on April 1 and finds $7 million dollars in her bank account.

She has been told that her first payday since hitting the big time over a year ago will occur on her birthday, when the money will be placed into her account.

Robert Pattinson “Twilight” fans cause mayhem at Wal Mart in Salt Lake City

The “Twilight” phenomenon caused quite a stir at the

Colin Farrell, Gerard Butler battle for new CIA film role

Colin Farrell and Gerard Butler may be about to square off to land the role of a CIA counter terrorism agent in a new movie called "Consent to Kill"

The film is an adaptation of a book by crime novelist Vince Flynn, the first of eleven books that will be made into a kind of ' Butler is the current front runner but Farrell wowed CBS Films CEO Amy Butler is still considered a bigger box office bet because of the huge success of 300, but insiders say Farrell may get the movie role which could catapult him into the type of fame that Mat Damon has enjoyed as Training Day director Antoine

Brittany Murphy used aliases to acquire prescription drugs

Brittany Murphy, who died in December from pneumonia and drug intoxication, was using aliases to get prescription drugs.

“We thought there was going to be an accident there,” Eddie

Robert Pattinson not right for James Bond

According to reports Robert Pattinson wants to play super spy and ultimate cool lady's man James Bond sometime in the near future.

That would put him in direct competition with his recent co-star, Irishman Pierce Brosnan, who remains the favorite Bond ever for millions of "007" fans worldwide. The two filmed a movie together in New York. Father-and-son sort of thing.

Siobhan Magnus shows her Goth side

Siobhan Magnus has been showing her Goth side with the tattoo she sported on her upper arm on American Idol this week.

Fake Susan Boyle skit upsets her family

A Scottish comedian has been attacked by Susan Boyle's family for making fun of the Scottish songstress during a pantomine earlier this year (picture above).

Irish P.M. Cowen turns into Mr. Shamrock Head at the White House

Amy doesn't often get involved with politics but this picture is too hilarious for words!

Kristen Stewart hailed as 'spine and soul' of 'The Runaways'

"Twilight" star Kristen Stewart has been hailed as the spine and soul of the rock chick flick "The Runaways," for her portrayal as "sullen, skinny glue-sniffer" Joan Jett.

Times reviewer A. O. Scott says Kristen is "watchful and unassuming," and "gives the movie its spine and soul."

Snubbed songwriter suing Lady Gaga for $31m

Songwriter and producer Rob Fusari is suing exhibitionist Lady Gaga for $30.5 million.

Gerard Butler stars as 'foul-mouthed leprechaun' in new movie

The star of “300” and “Bounty Hunter”, Gerard Butler, will take on the role of a foul-mouthed leprechaun in an adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Coriolanus”.

The movie will star a host of top names such as Naomi Watts, Kate Winslet, Seann William Scott, Elizabeth Banks and Johnny Knoxville.

Sharon Osbourne repeats Susan Boyle slurs

Sharon Osbourne is now eating humble pie over her nasty remarks about Susan Boyle that created a media firestorm -- but it did not stop her from repeating her slurs.

"I didn't want to hurt her at all. Yes, I do think she looks like a slapped arse, and she has been hit with the ugly stick, but she's laughing all the way to the bloody bank, so she's got the last laugh on me, " she told the Daily Telegraph.

Michelle Magee and Sandra Bullock's husband are two low-lifes

Gotta love that Jesse James guy who is (was) Sandra Bullock's husband.

Not content with wooing and wedding the Oscar-winning star, he starts an affair on the side with Michelle 'Bombshell" Magee, a tattoo lady and stripper.

While Jesse was in Atlanta with Sandra filming the Oscar-winning role in "The Blind Side," he hooked up with the Tattoo Lady who has (shock horror) now spilled all to In Touch magazine about the size of his you-know-what, (she called him Vanilla Gorilla, because he was so "well-endowed") and his habit of not wearing underwear and his incessant need for the Tattoo Lady.

Bono firm loses $140 million on PALM phone

Bono's company 'Elevation Partners' has lost $140 million in their investment in smart phone company PALM,including $50 million in the third quarter of last year.

The troubled Silicon Valley company announced their revenue was down from estimates of $316 million to just $150 million in the quarter.

Hugh Hefner's Irish Playboy girl

An Irish woman has become Playboy legend Hugh Hefner's right hand person and she gets to keep her clothes on.

Lorna Donohoe from Dublin is Playboy's Vice President for marketing overseeing a $200 million dollar budget. Lorna came to the U.S. in 1997 with $120 in her pocket

"I started as an assistant and worked my way up really.It's funny because when people find out I work for Playboy they always ask what Hef is like. It seems to be the question everyone wants to know," she told the Evening Herald newspaper.

Pattinson parties night away in London to escape screaming fans

R Patz, 23, just can't handle the pressures of being famous.

He has been super vocal in the past about his hatred of screaming fans and mobbing crowds. So after he signed a few autographs at the London premier of his new movie "Remember Me" Robert decided to have a stiff one.. or two..

Lindsay Lohan contacts father after he suffers minor heart attack

Wildchild Lindsay Lohan is truly concerned about her father, Michael Lohan, 49, who suffered a minor heart attack on Tuesday, March 16.

Lohan has been in touch with her father over the phone. The two are known to have a volatile relationship, but it looks they have called a truce after Lohan Sr.’s health scare.

Kathy Griffin works Capitol Hill in designer shoes for her gay friends

Irish American Comedian and edgy reality star, Kathy Griffin, spent Tuesday in Washington doing the lobby thing.

Griffin, who joked all day that she was a staunch lobbyist, walked around the Capitol (in her Louboutin shoes) to request that politicians revoke the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy.

Siobhan Magnus stays in for the next round of American Idol

Siobhan Magnus looked visibly relieved as Ryan Seacrest announced that she was "safe" in Wednesday night's edition of "American Idol."

No Bond for me says RPatz, I'm no good at running!

RPatz says he'd love to go for a James Bond role but he reckons he wouldn't get it because he's no good at running.

Our Rob was talking to Sky News on the red carpet in London Wednesday evening at the premiere of his new movie "Remember Me."

Kristen Stewart AWOL for Rob Pattinson London premiere of 'Remember Me'

Hordes of chanting fans crammed into London's Leicester Square Wednesday to catch a glimpse of local boy and "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson.

On-off girlfriend Kristen Stewart was a conspicuous no-show as Pattinson did the red carpet affair for new movie "Remember Me."

Sandra Bullock felled by Best Actress Oscar curse, pulls out of London premiere

Looks like Sandra Bullock's marriage has gone off the rails making her yet another movie star to be felled by the curse of the Oscars.

Sandy picked up Best Oscar for her wonder role in "Blind Side" less than two weeks ago and now she has pulled out of the U.K. premiere citing "unforeseen circumstances."

No satisfaction as Jimmy Fallon to fake Rolling Stones week

Irish soda bread like you've never tasted!

Every year because she's Irish Amy is asked for her favorite Irish recipes. Here is her Irish soda bread best from allrecipes.com

Directions

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup margarine, softened
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/4 cup buttermilk

Corned beef and cabbage like you've never tasted!

Because she's Irish every year Amy is asked for her best corned beef and cabbage recipe. Here it is folks from allrecipes.com

Ingredients

• 3 pounds corned beef brisket with spice packet
• 10 small red potatoes
• 5 carrots, peeled and julienned
• 1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges

Standout! Simon Cowell loves Siobhan Magnus and 'Paint it Black' on American Idol

"American Idol" judge Simon Cowell says Siobhan Magnus has beaten Crystal Bowersox.

'Runaways' stars Kristen and Dakota say Lady Gaga's their female rock hero

Kristen Stewart (above) and Dakota Fanning both reckon Lady Gaga's the rockiest female star.

Jonathan Rhys Meyers signs up for "Albert Nobbs"

Talk about two hunks in the one movie. It will definitely be worth a few bob to see Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Orlando Bloom star in “Albert

Jedward dumped by record label

Rob Pattinson 'has a mouth bigger' says Kristen Stewart in Italy!

Wow, Kristen Stewart raises more questions about her relationship with Robert Pattinson than she answers in the ahem, translated, version of an interview she gave to the Italian magazine Las Stampa.

According to the translation this is what she said. Confused? Well we are too, although she denies saying they are "just good friends."!

Lindsay Lohan sparks swine flu concern on Twitter

Lindsay Lohan sparked a swine flu frenzy when she posted a tweet asking for symptoms.

Colin Farrell's 'Ondine' gets nod for Tribeca Film Festival

Colin Farrell's new movie "Ondine" (you know, the one where he fell in love with mermaid Alicja Bachleda on and off-screen) will be shown as part of the Tribeca Film Festival which runs from April 21 to May 2 in Downtown Manhattan.

Farrell is well known for supporting his movies (witness his star turn at the Craic festival showing of "In Bruges" in February 2008) so we can only hope the gorgeous one will actually show up at Tribeca!

Jesus stays away from Lindsay Lohan

Madonna's man, Jesus Luz, stayed well away from Lindsay Lohan last week when the two were in Paris, despite the starlet's request to hang out with the Brazilian DJ.

Luz, who was playing a gig at the VIP club in the French capital, decided it better not to risk the ire of the material girl by hanging out with the party girl.

Susan Boyle decides not to move to London

Following the arrest of a youth in connection with the January break-in to her home in Blackburn, Susan Boyle has decided that home comforts are best and will not be moving to London after all.

The Scottish songstress is said to be feeling a lot better about remaining in her Scottish home now that the police have found the young man who broke in to her house.

St. Patrick's Day in April in New Jersey town

St. Patrick's Day will be moved to April in Morristown, New Jersey, which has rescheduled their parade until then because of the foul weather which forced only the second cancellation in 32 years.

The first time was in 1992 when a major snowstorm occurred.

Mike Quinn, parade co-chair and president of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick said he and the committee convened twice before making the decision to cancel. A date in April has now been proposed.

Tenor Ronan Tynan snubs Yankees, dons Boston Red Sox jersey

Well, that didn't take long.

The same week he moved to Boston, tenor Ronan Tynan showed up at a St. Patrick's Parade breakfast in Southie and quickly donned a Red Sox jersey.

Tynan was fired from the Yankees where he regularly sang "God Bless America" during the seventh inning stretch. after a Jewish doctor accused him of an anti-Semitic remark.

Robert Pattinson is influenced by James Dean, inspired by Johnny Depp

Robert Pattinson, who is currently jetting around the globe promoting his latest movie “Remember Me,” told Parade magazine that he was influenced by James Dean and would like to sustain a career like the one enjoyed by Johnny Depp.

Pattinson, who knows a thing or two about female adulation following his meteoric rise to the top of the heartthrob charts with his turn as Edward Cullen in the “Twilight” movies, admits that James Dean is someone whose career has been an eye opener for him.

Youth charged over January break-in to Susan Boyle's home

A youth has been arrested for the January break-in to Scottish singer Susan Boyle’s home in Blackburn.

Boyle returned home in January 26 after laying vocals down for the Haiti charity single "Everybody Hurts” to find the 16-year-old in her home.

Celtic Woman slammed in Boston Globe review

Celtic Woman has been slammed by the Boston Globe in a nasty review that says "If your ideal is a concert that exudes something more than mere spectacle, a show that brims with verve, tension, and a spontaneous, genuine energy that is not choreographed to within an inch of its life, then Celtic Woman falls short."

Is it possible to be too perfect or too polished? Ask Boston Globe music critic Jonathan Perry, who then states clearly that it is, and Celtic Woman are.

"Despite the strong voices and relentlessly feel-good messages of love and togetherness, what was missing from a show calibrated to be perfect was a depth of feeling. Celtic Woman may have been singing from the heart, but one wishes they sang more from their soul and gut.

Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler 'We've got chemistry but we're not dating!'

Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler have joined forces to say they're not dating.

Butler joined Aniston on vacation in Mexico last month as the former "Friends" star celebrated her 41st birthday.

But says Gerard, or 'Gerry' to his intimates, "We're just friends."

Bono's Rosary beads sell for $6k in online auction

Bono's rosary beads fetched $6,336 in a bizarre online auction.

The beads were part of a 16-item lot that went for sale Friday.

Watch Robert Pattinson in the new "Eclipse" trailer

The "Eclipse" trailer is here folks!

On June 30, Robert And if the trailer is anything to go by, he will have pulses racing once again this summer.

Boyzone perform for first time since Stephen Gately's death

Boyzone held an emotional reunion Thursady night, the first since founder member Stephen Gately died.

The band made a surprise appearance at the Royal Albert Hall where lead singer Ronan Keating was due to perform solo.

Daniel Day Lewis loves how Irish people ignore him

Oscar-winning actor Daniel Day Lewis loves living in his Irish home because he is rarely bothered by fans he says.

"I deal with a very low level of people approaching me in Ireland compared to most people that you meet in the course of your work." he tells Ireland of the Welcomes magazine.
 

"I find people on the whole to be very gracious and unassuming. Even if they do feel the need to say something to you or ask you for a little something,it really is not an intrusion on my life to the extent that it makes any difference whatsoever.
 

Siobhan Magnus sails into the final 12 of 'American Idol'

Siobhan Magnus moved on to the final 12 of this season's "American Idol" as her name begins to be mentioned more and more as one of the contestants who has what it takes to win the competition outright.

Magnus built on last week's phenomenal performance of "Think," by Aretha Franklin with a very strong rendition of The Animals classic "The House of the Rising Sun."

Robert Pattinson wants to record an album this year

Well bowl me over and pick me up again! Robert The Sun is reporting that if the busiest heartthrob can somehow free up his schedule, then he wants to get some tracks down in 2010.

"I want to do one at the end of the year. All my friends are recording albums and I'm very annoyed about it.

Man, that Colin Farrell can carry a tune!

Who woulda thunk it? Colin Farrell can sing, he can act, he can dance, he can do it all!

To celebrate the fantastic week enjoyed by by all those associated to "Crazy Heart," and the fact that Jeff Bridges is a magnificent actor and all around cool dude (both in character and when the camera is turned off), here is a taste of Colin Farrell singing "Gone, gone, gone" from the movie.

Big Mike could be biggest challenge to Siobhan Magnus for 'American Idol'

Could Michael "Big Mike" Lynche from New York be the Irish girl's biggest competition if (or should we say when) she makes it through to the top 12 tonight?

Yes - well her biggest male competition anyway.

Adam Lambert says comments on Susan Boyle were harsh

"American Idol" runner-up who shot to fame on the show last season said his comments in the UK's Gay Times last month were "a bit harsher" than he meant.

Lambert, who has admitted he is not a big fan of "Britain's Got Talent" runner-up, SuBo, told the magazine he couldn't understand how her album had reached number one in the UK.

He said: 'If only it weren't for Susan Boyle! I'm happy for her success, but that album is terrible. Wild Horses is the one that made me laugh the hardest. I just died when I heard it, I was crying with laughter.

Robert Pattinson reveals he was beaten up when younger

"Twilight" heartthrob Robert Pattinson, 23, was beaten up when he was younger because he got cocky!

No wonder he chose to play Edward Cullen - the ass kicking vampire in "Twilight" - in his own weird way he was probably getting revenge for all those times he was at the end of a fist.

Robert tells Parade Magazine he was be "beaten up by a lot of people" when he was younger because he was an idiot.

Brosnan takes time out with wife Keely to escape movie pressures

Irishheart throb Pierce Brosnan ia taking a much-needed break from premiers, interviews and movie making to spend quality time with his wife of many years, Keely Shaye-Smith.

The couple were spotted out taking a stroll together in Malibu, California on Wednesday, March 10.

There is no doubt no matter how busy the "Remember Me" star is he always makes time for family. In the movie, "Remember Me" Pierce plays the role of a father and does so wonderfully.

Megan Fox says she prefers to cover up her foxy body

Hollywood's own foxy lady, Megan Fox, admits she doesn't like wearing clothes that draw attention.

She prefers to remain a mystery while she is out and about and said if she was to wear revealing clothes she would be instantly drawing attention she doesn't want or need.

One of the worlds sexiest ladies admits to Contactmusic she has the goods but simply can't wear them.

Kathy Griffin gay kiss with Mariska Hargitay cut from 'SVU'

Directors of "Law & Order: SVU" cut out the much-anticipated kiss between comedian Kathy Griffin and the shows female lead, Mariska Hargitay.

Griffin, who appeared on the show in a recent episode playing the role of a lesbian activist named Babs Duffy, twittered after it aired to say "They DID cut the kiss with Benson."

During the filming, Babs makes a pass at Detective Olivia Benson (Hargitay) and plants one right on her lips. Benson, according to Griffin, pulls away immediately.

Jimmy Fallon injured as he takes a martini tumble on Late Night stage

Late Night with Jimmy Fallon host took a tumble during his live show last night while racing around the stage with a martini glass.

Fallon took a whoopsy while he and Chelsea Handler were mixing martinis and running wild around the stage. Moments into their childish, yet hilarious, behaviour, Fallon slipped on his behind.

Handler, who was on the show to promote her new book “Are You There Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea” challenged the Late Night host to see who could mix three martinis, run up and down the steps with them and make it back to the mixing table with the most amount of martini still in the glass.

Robert Pattinson says fans were driving him insane during "Remember Me" shoot

Robert

Hollywood by the numbers

There's a reason that people are getting sick of the movies. And it ain't what you think.

U2's 'Spiderman' musical loses star Evan Rachel Wood

Olivia Wilde literally shines in 'Tron Legacy'

Sarah Palin supporters fire back at Kathy Griffin

Kathy Griffin is unfunny and un-American, according to a conservative website in support of Sarah Palin.

"No matter your political party or your obsession with all things Palin… relegating those who have served their states and their nation to positions of a prostitute and a john, just to get a few laughs from a few like-minded perverts, is not only unfunny; it’s un-American," says the hard hitting US4Palin.com website.

The website was referring to Griffin's latest stand up sketch, where she suggested that John McCain picked Palin for something other than her political skills. The skit set off a firestorm in conservative circles, where Palin is seen as a presidential frontrunner.

Liam Neeson re-invents 'The A Team' this summer

Liam Neeson terrifies in new movie thriller 'After.Life'

Jonathan Rhys Meyers shines in new horror movie 'Shelter'

Sad ending to 'Whatever happened to Corey Haim' as star found dead

"Whatever happened to Corey Haim?" was a hit from the Irish band The Thrills a few years ago.

It sort of encapsulated the weird life Corey led after he shot to stardom in "The Lost Boys," in 1987.

You can watch the video here.

Susan Boyle in Avatar!

Siobhan Magnus gets Simon Cowell thumbs-down on 'American Idol'

Siobhan Magnus won over three of the four judges on American Idol last night -- but it was Simon Cowell as usual who had the problem.

Cowell said he was "under impressed" after the Irish American singer belted out "The House of the Rising Sun" by the Animals and won heartfelt praise from the other three jurors.

Randy Jackson said that Magnus "came every week with a surprise. You take every risk, every chance."

"American Idol" star Siobhan Magnus is a Galway girl by roots

Alan Ware, Siobhan Magus's uncle, has spoken to the Connacht Tribune about his niece and her Irish roots.

Ware is a drummer for the Boston-based Ultrasonic Rock Orchestra, and said Siobhan's great grandparents on her mother Colleen’s side hail from Clonmel in Tipperary and Mallow, Cork.

Simon Cowell tells Jay Leno he's engaged

It is official.

Simon Cowell and girlfriend make-up artist Mezhgan Hussainy are engaged.

People magazine is reporting that Cowell confirmed the news during on interview with Jay Leno on "The Tonight Show."

Why Sarah Palin needs a reality check, not a reality show

Late night comics have been having a field day with the news that Sarah Palin and Survivor producer Mark Burnett are pitching a reality TV show.

David Letterman says she needs a reality check first.

Bono’s Rosary, Larry Mullen's Bible for sale in U2 auction

Bono's Rosary and Larry Mullen's Bible are two of the more intriguing items up for sale in an online auction The 16-item collection includes a pair of used shoes, backstage passes and candid photos of the band.

The items are expected to make about $63,000 for the seller, one Lola Cashman, who was sued by the band for selling U2 memorabilia.

'I want to push Sarah Palin down the stairs,' says Kathy Griffin

Ouch! Sarah We know Kathy isn't one for holding back her feelings, but Sources says Kathy was asked which star He recently escorted her on stage at Anchorage, Alaska, for her stand-up show and also shot an episode of Kathy's reality show, "My Life on the D List."

Kathy seems to have really taken Levi under her wing even as she calls

Lindsay Lohan sues E-Trade for $100M, says its 'milkaholic' ad modeled after her

Lindsay Lohan is suing the online stock-selling financial giant E-Trade for $100 million, saying they modeled their boyfriend-stealing, "milkaholic" baby in its new ad after her.

Linds filed the lawsuit in Nassau County Supreme Court Monday and the New York Post says the 100 million for her "pain and suffering."

Susan Boyle is on the move to London

Susan Boyle has decided to up sticks from her village of Balckburn in Scotland and move to the big city of London.

Subo finally wilted to pleas from her management to move south of the border after a recent incident with an intruder in her home.

Siobhan Magnus as she was before ‘American Idol’

Irish American “Idol” contestant Siobhan Magus was born to perform but who knew she could rock an edgy boy short hair do.

Magnus, from Cape Cod, has made it to the top eight girls and has one of the hottest vocals on the show this year.

Robert Pattinson is 'a lovely lad' says Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan has offered unqualified praise for co star Robert Pattinson as the debut of their new film together 'Remember Me' nears this week.

"Remember Me" is a different sort of thing altogether." he told Newsday.

I think it's very good, beautifully shot and with the young Rob Pattinson working very hard, giving of himself. He has his head on his shoulders, so, really, hats off to him. I want the best for the lad, 'cause I'm really fond of him. He's a lovely lad. Has a huge following, and hopefully he'll stick to his guns and not get overwhelmed by it all.

Colin Farrell admits he was spooning with Jeremy Renner in Mexico

Colin Farrell earned a shout-out from Best Actor Jeff Bridges for his role in "Crazy Heart," Sunday night at the Oscars.

Irish win for Avatar as Richie Baneham wins special effects

The Irish went to Hollywood tonight and a little gold bit of Hollywood will come back to Ireland later this week.

George Clooney turns into Mr Grumpy at Oscars

What's up with grumpy George Clooney?

Charlize Theron scandalizes Oscars; 'I'm not wearing any underwear!'

Charlize Theron showed up at the Oscars to cheer on Jeremy Renner her new squeeze from "The Hurt Locker."

She looked a hundred times different to the Theron who did the rehearsal the night before.

Gerard Butler says Jennifer Aniston is a 'cool girl'

So maybe they are a couple?!!

Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart hit Oscar red carpet

"Twilight" fans got a double dose of Twi fever at the Oscar red carpet with both Kristen Stewart (above) and Taylor Lautner strolling into the Kodak Theater.

Megan Fox reveals she has only had two lovers

Megan Fox has said that she has only made love to two men in her life, her first boyfriend and current beau Brian Austin Green.

The "Transformers" star made the revelation in April's edition of Harper Bazaar magazine.

Robert Pattinson says system has beaten him. 'I used to be more rebellious'

Wonder what he means by rebellious? Robert Pattinson that is.

The "Twilight" hunk says he used to be rebellious but that he's been beaten by the system.

American Idol kicks off Irish YouTube country music sensation

American Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres has pushed an Irish mom+teens country music group into the big time.

Ellen tweeted support for the wacky trio Crystal Swing after seeing their super-odd video "He Drinks Tequila," on YouTube.

Alec Baldwin, Oscar host, an unlikely comeback story

Alec Baldwin will host the Oscars tonight in the greatest comeback since Muhammad Ali defeated George Foreman.

Up to recent times the only headlines about the Long Island Irishman have been about his dreadful divorce from Kim Basinger and his hostile relationship with his daughter Ireland.

Last month he was rushed to Lenox Hill hospital in new York amid suspicions he had taken an overdose.Turned out Baldwin had only taken an ambien sleeping pill.

Charlize Theron dating 'Hurt Locker' star Jeremy Renner

Looks like Charlize Theron has wasted no time getting over old flame Irish actor Stuart Townsend.

The South African hottie has been spotted with 'Hurt Locker' star Jeremy Renner and they are expected to attend the post Oscar party hosted by Vanity Fair together says the Daily Mail.

"They get along very well and we suspect something is going on between them, although they are being very coy,’ says a source close to Charlize.

Susan Boyle's brothers fall out over her manager

Susan Boyle's two brothers have fallen out over her manager and plans for her future according to the Sunday Express newspaper in Britain.

John and Gerry Boyle are said to be “squabbling” over what to do for Susan who they believe needs better security and care.

The argument is over manager Andy Stephens who has taken a huge role in Susan's career. Brother Gerry believes he is doing a great job but John blames him for“not looking after Susan properly”.

Robert Pattinson set to hit New York for St Patrick's Day

We're big RPatz fans here at Amy Andrews' blog and we'd like to take this chance to invite him to march up Fifth Avenue with us on St Patrick's Day.

Turns out the "Twilight" hottie will be in town on March 17 for the New York premiere of girlfriend Kristen Stewart's new movie, "The Runaways."

Robert Pattinson no longer the James Dean-type rebel

Don't put Robert Pattinson down as a rebel without a cause. In fact don't put him down as rebel period.

James Dean he ain't. The former rebel admits his bad boy days are in his past

The Twilight' star Robert Pattinson has admitted that be used to be more "rebellious" than he now is.

Speaking to 'MTV News', the actor stated : "I used to be more [rebellious]. I've been beaten by the system."

'Lost' TV creator won't give up show secrets to Irish cop

The creator of 'Lost' JJ Abrams lost his wallet during a recent trip to Ireland and a cop demanded he give up the secret of 'Lost' before she handed it back.

The policewoman was a huge fan of the intriguing series and was delighted when she found out who the wallet belonged to.
'Lost'is a huge hit in Ireland where it weekly ranks among the very top shows.

Abrams said the cop cheekily withheld the wallet unless he would tell her the ending to the series which has been baffling viewers for years.

Video: Watch Siobhan Magnus sing with punk band Lunar Valve

Survey shows that 87 percent of women would drop husbands for Robert Pattinson

Gentlemen, its official, lock up your wives, 87 percent of them would drop you like hot spud for Robert

Irish American schoolteacher Melinda Dennehy charged with seeking sex with 15-year-old

An English teacher in Londonderry, New Hampshire has been arrested for sending a teenage male student naked pictures of herself and sexy text messages.

Susan Boyle nominated for Juno award for best international album

Susan Boyle has been nominated for a Juno award in the best international album category.

The news will come as a nice fillip for the Scottish singer, who reportedly has been having problems coming to terms with her global popularity.

Watch the trailer for Liam Neeson's new movie 'After.Life'

Lima Neeson is one of the hardest working men in Hollywood these days, the man is making movies to beat the band.

The latest, "After.Life," sees the big man from Ballymena play a funeral director who can communicate with the dead (or can he) as we see him make preparations to bury the body of a young woman, Ann (Christina Ricci), after a car accident.

Lindsay Lohan meets Boy George in London

Lindsay Boy George was looking his extravagant best with a canary yellow hat and distinctive make up, while Lindsay played it Goth, dressed head to toe in black.

Wonder what the two talked about? Their shared Irish ancestry perhaps? Boy George, aka George O’ What a pair, maybe the two were talking about doing a duet together? Now, that would be something!

Sinead O'Connor says Christ would burn down the Vatican -- and she would help him

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Take a sneak peak at Jonathan Rhys Meyers in "Shelter"

Fresh off his testosterone-charged turn in the action fest "From Paris with Love" with John Travolta, Jonathan Rhys Meyers will soon be back on the big screen with Julianne Moore in "Shelter."

Moore plays a forensic psychiatrist treating a troubled patient (Meyers) who has multiple personalities that all seem to be murder victims.

The movie is directed by Mans Marlins and Bjorn Stein and co-stars Frances Conroy.

Lindsay Lohan flings can of Red Bull at Italian paparazzi

Lindsay You could say that Just another day in the crazy place she calls her life, I guess.

Jimmy Fallon and Robert Pattinson have them falling over with hilarious skit

Jimmy Fallon strikes again!

Take a look at this hilarious clip from last night’s "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" show.

Fans thrilled as Robert Pattinson goes walking in New York City

Big-hearted Robert Pattinson signed autographs and posed for pictures with the hordes of "Twilight" fans who waited outside New York’s Rockefeller Center to catch a glimpse of the Brish hunk today (Mar. 1).

Rob is in New York promoting his new movie "Remember Me" and the ever-gracious star took time out to talk to his fans.

So this is what Megan Fox looked like in High School!

Alec Baldwin meets the cast of Irish Repertory Theatre’s production of “Candida”

Art imitates life for Robert Pattinson in “Remember Me”

Does Pierce Brosnan want to be James Bond again?

Pierce Brosnan has revealed that he wouldn't mind his old job as James Bond back -- and he doesn't know why he was was fired from the role in the first place.

In a recent ABC interview Brosnan stated:

“I was wondering why the door closed on me!,“I thought everything was going so well! You know ‘Come back,’ they say, ‘Come back’ and there you go! We won’t talk about that.”

Bono unfairly slammed for restaurant behavior

Sometimes you have to admit the gossip writers really stretch to makeup a story.

Such was the one that Bono had made "diva demands" at a New York restaurant called "Butter" while dining there last week with The Edge.

According to the Daily News Bono demanded Perrier water. What could be wrong with that? Isn't he entitled to ask for his favorite brand?

Irish 'Avatar' special effects genius favored for Oscar

The Irishman who is the special effects genius behind Avatar is looking forward to this week's Oscars.

Richard Baneham says he's embarrassed by all the attention and says Colin Farrell even bows to him .

"I was at party in New York last week when I heard this Dublin accent. It was Colin Farrell. I had never met him before but he looked over and said: 'Jesus, you're in the papers more than me.' It was a very humbling experience," he told the Irish Independent.

Robert Pattinson spotted kissing Kristen Stewart at London pub

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in secret getaway from Heathrow Airport

Robert Pattinson hits New York with Pierce Brosnan

It should be a great night out for the fans. The Paris is a beautiful old theater, surrounded on all sides by wonderful new York scenery, the Plaza, Central Park, Fifth Avenue etc.

Also included will be appearances on The Today Show, already recorded, The View. and Jon Stewart. Brosnan will likely appear on The View with his co-star.

While in New York he will also feature on the Jimmy Fallon show on NBC where he will no doubt have fun with the Irish American comedian about his Robert Pattinson spoof series.

Colin Farrell says Heath Ledger death scared him

Farrell recalls, "(I felt) this could've been me. I wouldn't describe it as survivor's guilt, but yes, that came into it a little bit. It makes you ask some questions about yourself."

Farrell was drafted in as one of three replacements for Ledger to finish the movie 'The Imaganinarium of Doctor Parnassus' which Ledger was filming when he died of a drug overdose in Janury 2008.

Farrell says the death of Ledger forced him to re-examine his own life and he believes he has become a better person because of it.

Were Robert Pattinson quotes about Kristen Stewart made up?

Did the London Sun make up the quotes about Robert Pattinson being an item with Kristen Stewart?

The Internet is buzzing with speculation that they did, and that Rob may not have made the comments at all.

Colin Farrell 'fesses up to 'Miami Vice' turkey

Colin Farrell said he "didn't like it (Miami Vice) so much."

Neither did we Colin. It was awful.

Anjelica Huston to star in 'I'm With Cancer'

Irish American actress Anjelica Huston has signed on to star in Anna Kendrick's follow up movie from her Oscar Nominated "Up in the Air."

Huston will join cast, Philip Baker Hall, James McAvoy and Seth Rogen in filming the quirky movie in Vancouver in the next few months.

Cillian Murphy goes drag in 'Peacock'

Irish actor Cillian Murphy is set to hit the big screens later this year in a one role that has him playing two people; John, a quiet bank clerk and Emma, who takes care of him.

Murphy, who reveals his multiple personalities early in the movies, stars in Michael Lander's psychological thriller, "Peacock," set in the town of Peacock, Nebraska.

Sarah Jessica Parker says she oh-so-bad at doing her own make-up

She's gorgeous, talented, flawless and yet the perfectly toned Sarah Jessica Parker is not good at applying make-up.

Well girl, I guess that's what happens when you have dozens of make-up artists doing it for you day in and day out. Pick up a brush and give it a go, it's ain't rocket science!

George Clooney pledges his heart to Italy

George Clooney, the so-called sexiest man alive, has shunned reports that he is going to sell up his mansion villa in Lake Como in Italy because of paparazzi stalking him while his is in town trying to enjoy his vacation.

It has been widely reported by various media outlets that Clooney planned to sell his Lake Como villa in exchange for a new, less obvious, home in Lake Loreto Island.

Kathy Griffin: 'It's so much fun to get in Chris Meloni's face in SVU'

Kathy Griffin, who is to star on an episode of "Law & Order: SVU" next week said she is getting serious for her role.

Griffin told E! Entertainment that the character she plays on the upcoming episode, (a militant lesbian activist) "is definitely more serious than I usually do."

Conan O'Brien is bored

Clearly, the talented and every so funny Conan O'Brien is bored off his brains.

Four weeks after he released himself from his job as host of 'The Tonight Show' Conan sat down and had some fun with Twitter.

Susan Boyle needs 24 hour care says brother John

Susan Boyle now needs 24-hour care, says her brother John in a shocking revelation in 'PEOPLE' magazine that will stun her loyal fans.

It is the first time that John has spoken out about his sister, who was catapulted to fame last year on ‘Britain's Got Talent,' but who has often struggled in public with the burden of her unexpected success.

Staying sober saved Colin Farrell's career

Former Irish bad boy Colin Farrell says getting sober saved his troubled career. In recent years his lifestyle has resembled a 1960's rock and roll star's more than that of a professional actor - and his career and public image suffered mightily as a result.

Directors thought twice before they cast him, even his fellow actors sometimes gave him a wide berth.

Lindsay Lohan to move to the UK?

Troubled screen starlet Lindsay Lohan may not be with us much longer. After recently spending some time overseas in London, Lohan now sounds as if she’s contemplating a permanent move to the UK.

Lohan, who returned back to the States over the weekend after attending a few London Fashion Week events, tweeted her plans on her Twitter account.

Pattinson in hot water over race remarks?

It's Black History month and not the best time for screen hunk Robert Pattinson to dip a toe in the hot button racial politics of the USA. But the handsome Twilight star sat down with Details magazine this month and made a racially charged comment with surprising ease.

His interviewer, Jenny Lumet, is a black journalist and here’s the dialogue she had with Pattinson:

Is Lucy Lawless Broadway bound?

Lucy Lawless, 41, the Xena: Warrior Princess beauty, may be Broadway bound. In an interview this week she's admitted she'd like to return to the Times Square jamboree.

"I would love to go back to Broadway. I played Rizzo in Grease, and by golly it's time again," said the star, instantly ensuring that agents are clamoring to book her. The only question now is for which show?

Mickey Rourke defends Megan Fox's acting skills

Irish American actor Mickey Rourke has come to the defense of Transformers star (and fellow Irish American) Megan Fox, saying that the young star's acting skills receive undue criticism because she's beautiful.

Rourke, 57, who co-stars with Fox, 23, in new movie Passion Play, insists that she has more than enough acting chops.

Mischa Barton's new look could mean new roles?

It's been four years since The O.C. went off the air, but Mischa Barton is still never far from the headlines. If only she could trade her most photographed celebrity role for an actual screen one! This week Barton has devised a new plan to save her career – which let’s face it has been more or less on auto-pilot since 2007.

The gorgeous 23-year-old hogtie who currently spends her days running over curbs while smoking suspicious looking substances hopes that her recently dyed blond locks will move her in the direction of an acting payday.

Olivia Wilde, feminist icon (not really)

Olivia Wilde is gorgeous, smart as a whip and - when you actually meet her - wise and witty about the Hollywood game.

That's why it's so depressing to see her still posing for glamour shots that are way more Penthouse than Park Avenue.

Pierce Brosnan to star in The Thomas Crown Affair sequel?

Irish actor Pierce Brosnan has revealed that he may be reprising his role as a master thief in a sequel to the dashing "The Thomas Crown Affair."

Brosnan, 56, played a high-class art thief in the fast moving and stylish 1999 thriller, all the while playing a cat and mouse game with an investigator hot on his trail played by Rene Russo. The film was a spectacular remake of a 1968 film starring Steve McQueen. Most reviewers would say that it outclassed the original by a mile.

Robert Pattinson is not dating Kristen Stewart

Brace yourselves girls (and boys) Robert Pattinson is NOT dating his Twilight co-star Kristen Stewart. The fact is he did not say he was dating his Stewart during the BAFTA Awards post-party. But a tabloid media hungry for news wants you to think he did.

The startling declaration originated from The Sun, one of the most sensational tabloids in Britain, and after an investigating into the source of the story, The Sun's reporter sounds defensive and unconvincing now.

Adam Lambert disses Susan Boyle

American Idol pop sensation Adam Lambert may want to choose his words more carefully next time. In a widely circulated report this week Lambert revealed that singer Susan Boyle’s cover of the Rolling Stones’ hit Wild Horses was horrendous and made him cry with laughter.

Boyle’s mega selling album I Dreamed A Dream kept the Idol runner-up off the top of the U.S. charts after he released For Your Entertainment in November last year. So his half-serious wisecracks now have the distinct flavor of sour grapes about them.

Lambert, 28, sold 200,000 copies in his first week but he couldn’t believe he was toppled off the top spot by 48-year-old Boyle’s album. “If only it weren’t for Susan Boyle!" he laughed. "I’m happy for her success, but that album is terrible. Wild Horses is the one that made me laugh the hardest,” he told the press.

American Idol hopeful Siobhan Magnus blows 'em away with 'Wicked Game'

Irish American Idol hopeful Siobhan Magnus blew the TV critics away last night with her rendition of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game."

'Two and a Half Men,' on hiatus as Charlie Sheen goes into rehab

Production on "Two and a Half Men," has halted as star Charlie Sheen has gone into rehab.

No word on what the embattled actor is doing rehab for.

How to get that Snooki from 'Jersey Shore' look

Kate McKinnon, 26, an Irish American comedian from New York, has been channeling Snooki, star of "Jersey Shore," for her new act with the Upright Citizens Brigade.

"You try to be as brain-dead as possible," McKinnon told the Daily News about playing the much-mimicked and maligned Snooki (pictured). "You just try to feel so good about yourself when you have no reason to."

"She has a completely unsexy sexuality," says McKinnon, as she applies foundation in a "Deep Caramel" color. "She's a good girl — she's brazen."

Lady GaGa gets her goods out for Q magazine

Shrinking violet Lady GaGa has gone topless for a Q photo shoot. The “Poker Face” star did the spread in December just before she was diagnosed with exhaustion, and it seems that the shoot was a bit of an ordeal.

That said, during the emotional interview she did reveal that she is not all crazy glam and loves the more “normal” things in life.

Olivia Wilde is making pulse rates race in March “Elle” shoot

The photo shoot of Olivia Wilde in the March issue of “Elle” should come with a health warning, so hot are the snaps of the “House” actress.

Wilde, who holds an Irish passport I’ll have you know, is The 25-year-old actress continues to impress on the small screen in the Fox hit “House,” and will star on the silver screen later this year with Jeff Bridges and Michael Sheen in “Tron Legacy.”

U2 gets some top talent to support North American leg of 2010 360 tour

Not many acts pass up the opportunity to support U2 on a world tour, but fans of the Irish quartet will be delighted with the quality of some of the acts who have agreed to join the band on the North American leg of their 2010 360 tour.

Lenny Kravtiz, The Fray and Interpol will rock some stadia around the country as the Claw grapples its way around the nation.

Adam Lambert disses Susan Boyle’s album

The outspoken and flamboyant American Idol runner up Adam Lambert recently took some time out of his busy schedule to thrash Susan Boyle’s album.

Lambert‘s own album opened well in its first week with 200,000 sales last November, but "If only it weren't for Susan Boyle! I'm happy for her success, but that album is terrible. Wild Horses is the one that made me laugh the hardest.

Robert Pattinson admits he's dating Kristen Stewart

'Twilight' star Robert Pattinson has told a British tabloid that he is dating his co-star Kristen Stewart.

The two attended the BAFTA awards in London separately where Stewart won the Orange Rising Star Award.

Lindsay Lohan says father at fault over her cocaine use

Hollywood's Lindsay Lohan says her father Michael first introduced her to cocaine and she hit rock bottom because of him .

"I was only aware of cocaine because of my dad," Lohan said in an interview in the London Sun .

Saoirse Ronan says kids get messed up in Hollywood

Jonathan Rhys Meyers admits he's so vain

Jonathan Rhys Meyers has admitted he is vain and that if he had been born "short and fat" he would not be a major star.

In an interview with the Sydney Morning Herald Rhyss Meyers stated that how you look "defines the roles that you play. The reason Angelina Jolie plays the roles she does is because she looks that way."

He says he is motivated by vanity nowadays : "Any actor who sits down in front of you and tells you they're not vain, it's bullshit. To get up in front of a camera, of course you have to have a certain amount of vanity. All acting is narcissism in some way. Am I a narcissistic person? Absolutely. Am I vain? Absolutely."

Susan Boyle deeply unhappy, says brother Gerry

Susan Boyle's brother Gerry believes his sister is desperately unhappy and needs love in her life.

Gerry Boyle told The People newspaper that "It's just all so sad, so sad. Susan has the world at her feet in terms of fame and money but at this precise moment in time it means nothing. Absolutely nothing.

"The one thing she wants above all everything else is love. Who doesn't?

Charlize Theron turns to Kabbalah after breakup

Charlize Theron has turned to Jewish mystical religion Kabbalah after her break-up from Irish actor Stuart Townsend.

Theron has begun attending Kabbalah classes in Hollywood and has been wearing the distinctive red bracelet that denotes followers.

Other famous followers of Kabbalah include Madonna and Demi Moore.

Mr. Big Chris Noth drops 20 pounds for 'Sex and the City 2'

Mr. Big, Irish American actor Chris Noth, had to undergo radical boot camp surgery to shed 20 pounds for his bedroom scenes in "Sex and the City 2."

Producers told him a body double would be needed if he didn't drop the weight quickly, according to the Daily Mail.

Noth went to a boot camp in Brazil for several weeks to lose the extra poundage -- and succeeded just in time.

Robert Pattinson to ditch Kristen Stewart, seen with mystery redhead

Does Robert Pattinson have a new love in his life?

British tabloids are reporting that the "Twilight" star has "been partying in London with a mystery redhead" and that his relationship with Kristen Stewart is on the rocks after she was seen with Sean Penn in Hollywood earlier this month. He is also planning to move back to England.

"Rob plans to ditch his Canadian pad," a mole told the Daily Mail. "In London he feels he can be normal.

Suzanne Somers slammed by Whoopi Goldberg over Patrick Swayze comments

Suzanne Somers has been strongly criticized by Whoopi Goldberg over her comments that Patrick Swayze should not have undergone chemotherapy for his pancreatic cancer.

Goldberg stated “In case she doesn't know, Patrick did everything and went everywhere to try and stay healthy as long as he could.”

She added that Somers “should know better”

Are Susan Boyle's handlers endangering her health?

Susan Boyle collapsing at Heathrow Airport is not a good sign for her future health.

This is the second time in recent weeks that an airport incident has led to Susan being in the headlines.

It all speaks to an incredible lack of caring by her handlers.

Colin Farrell reveals all as diaper man and loving father

Colin Farrell has revealed how happy he is as a father to two sons, including even when he is changing diapers. He has taken five months off so far to be with them in Los Angeles and does not expect to work again until June

The star was on Ireland’s "Late Late Show" and spoke about his children in frank terms.

He said he has been home with his four month-old son Henry for the past few months and relishes diaper duty. He met Henry’s mother, Alicja Bachleda, during the filming of "Ondine," his latest movie set in Ireland, which premiered there this week.

Robert Pattinson is bothered by Jimmy Fallon

Set your clocks folks, March 1st has been announced as the face off between Robert Pattison and his late night scourge Jimmy Fallon.

If you haven't seen Fallon's 'Robert Pattinson is bothered'...skits then you likely live in the same tree that Fallon's fake vampire lives in.

So March 1 is the date that Pattinson will appear on the Irish American king of comedy's late night show --an event sure to set the blogosphere bleating like never before.

Stephen Colbert gets his Irish up at Winter Olympics

Stephen Colbert took the Winter Olympics by storm last night showing up at the Irish House and announcing "I am Stephen Colbert. I am the lord of the dance," he told the hollering crowd according to the Vancouver Sun.

He also poked fun at Vancouver broadcaster Dave Abbott, seated beside him onstage. "Here is living proof that the Irish live hard," he said, as he put his arm around the grey-haired Abbott. "This man is 16."

He asked the crowd about just how Irish they were, "Now are there actual people from Ireland here?" He shouted : "Who wants to celebrate Irish culture?" In response to the crowd's screams, Colbert opened up a book and pretended to read from James Joyce and 'Ulysses' .

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart off to London for Bafta awards

All us Robert Pattinson fans get a chance to watch the Twilight meister live on the annual Brit Oscars this Sunday.

I'm glad I quit booze, Irish drinking culture is boring, says Colin Farrell

Former hellraiser Colin Farrell says being sober is way more fun than being drunk.

Farrell, 33, says he finds the whole Irish drinking culture "boring."

Jesus was gay says Sir Elton John

Sir Elton John has made an extraordinary claim that Jesus was gay in an interview with Parade Magazine.

"I think Jesus was a compassionate, super-intelligent gay man who understood human problems."he said.

"Jesus wanted us to be loving and forgiving. I don't know what makes people so cruel. Try being a gay woman in the Middle East - you're as good as dead."

'I'm really very maternal,' says Megan Fox

"Transformers" hottie, Megan Fox, admits she is very maternal.

Megan, who features on the cover of the W Magazine's March issue, says that although no one believes her when she says it, "I'm really maternal."

Colin Farrell caught speeding in England

Irish movie star Colin Farrell was slapped with a late-night speeding fine in Bath, England last summer.

Bono crashes Fashion Week party for Rodarte

U2 frontman, Bono, was in New York for Fashion Week this week and much to the delight of skinny models, rich fashion designers and snobby celebs, the Irish rock star crashed a well known fashion party on Tuesday night.

Bono says he's ready to turn fifty in 2010

Bono says he is ready to embrace his fiftieth birthday which takes place on May 10th and is using Leonard Cohen as his model. He attended a Cohen show last year and “I realized that all my favorite songs he wrote in his 50s and 60s. That, to me, was a throwdown.” Bono was speaking during an interview with Q magazine in Britain.

He promised some new material when the band resumes its tour. “Even if it’s an EP or a single song,”... We’ve been listening to new material for “Songs of Ascent”. We haven’t fully decided to press ‘go’ on that,” Bono said.

Enough already of Lady Gaga

Enough already of Lady Gaga. Jeez. Would someone just take this woman away for a week, a month even.

I am so-o-o sick of countless gushing articles raving about Lady Gaga. So, she won three Brit Awards last night.

So what?

Robert Pattinson says swarming girl fans made New York filming ridiculous

Robert Pattinson, the screen hunk of the moment, struggled mightily to stay in character on the set of his new film Remember Me - because he was constantly surrounded by screaming girls during the New York shoot.

Man cougars! Irish stars Pierce Brosnan and Gabriel Byrne are Hollywood's hottest men

It's official! Irish actor Pierce Brosnan is making a serious attempt to become Hollywood's hottest leading man this week. With no less than four high profile new films opening over the next four months, you could say in 2010 Brosnan's top of the heap.

Bono Says U2 will release new album in June

U2 fans rejoice, the new U2 album will be released in June 2010 and will be called Songs Of Ascent. U2 frontman Bono indicated in an interview with the Irish press on Tuesday that a new album from the supergroup will be completed by the middle of the year. Bono also revealed that the name of the album will be Songs of Ascent.

Is Robert Pattinson straight, gay or just playful?

In an interview with Details (the ostensibly straight men's magazine that actually wildly popular with gay's) Robert Pattinson discusses his borderline unhealthy relationship with his dog and his aversion to naked women, but is he, some people wonder, possibly alluding to his sexuality?

Susan Boyle says 'I'm not the scared person I used to be'

Susan Boyle is finally learning how to take fame - and everything that comes with it - in her stride. Boyle, who had a pretty rough ride as an overnight sensation, isn't afraid of being famous anymore, as she admits she has slowly come to terms with being a celebrity.

Boyle originally struggled to accept her worldwide fame after appearing on Britain's Got Talent, but says now she is used to her popularity. "I was like a scared child before, but I'm not the scared person I used to be," Susan said. "I had to learn how to deal with a lot of publicity, and the glare of attention. And that takes a bit to get used to. But I got there in the end!" Boyle added.

Robert Pattinson insults women, men

Robert Pattinson may be the hottest boy on the block this year but I have to say it, when he opens his mouth it's game over. By "it" I mean any opportunity he'll ever have to really impress us all with his sophistication and charm.

Hot Susan Boyle delivers for Domino's Pizza

Now Susan Boyle is selling pizzas as fast as they can make them.

Domino's British subsidiary is saying its profits jumped 28 percent in Britain last year, mainly thanks to Susan.

Domino's sponsored "Britain's Got Talent" and received a huge boost in return as Susan captivated the nation and indeed the world.

Robert Pattinson says he learned good manners from Pierce Brosnan

Looks like Robert Pattinson may have learned a thing or two about being sociable and well-liked from Irish star Pierce Brosnan.

The two actors are together in the upcoming film Remember Me and spent a lot of time together off the set. It was there that Pattinson got a lesson in how to behave with fans from smooth-as- silk Brosnan.

"He's totally recognizable, and he makes no effort to tone it down," Pattinson told Vogue in its March issue. "Some people were glancing over at us in the restaurant, and he just went over and introduced himself. And it does work. It dissipates all the attention."

'24' shutdown as Kiefer Sutherland in emergency op

Production of the TV mega-hit "24" has been shut down as star and executive producer Kiefer Sutherland has been whisked into surgery.

Fox won't tell us what ails Sutherland - who plays uber hero Jack Bauer - and we can only wish him well.

The LA Times has said that Sutherland suffered from a ruptured cyst but did not get any more specifics.

From Celtic Woman to homeless woman?

The mother of Celtic Woman star Chloe Agnew is battling to save the family home they still live in from repossession. The family has been issued with repossession proceedings following alleged non-payment for redevelopment work on the house, which is in a posh Dublin suburb.

Adele King, better known as Twink, a former recording star, told a television program that her divorce from her husband has made it tough to make ends meet. Her husband moved out of the home in 2006 amid a bitter break up.

Meryl Streep's Irish ballad tribute to Natasha Richardson

What a touching tribute that was from Meryl Streep to the late Natasha Richardson at the AMFAR annual gala in New York last week.

Streep has been channeling her Irish roots, dating back to her great grandmother, Grace Strain from County Donegal. Recently, she said she wanted to do more research on the Irish side of her ancestry.

Pattinson advised to have 'grace under pressure' by Brosnan

Grace under pressure is Pierce Brosnan's advice to Robert Pattinson in how to deal with the hordes of female fans who seek him out.

Brosnan was speaking before the March 12 premier of "Remember Me," the movie he co-stars in with Pattinson.

Brosnan recalled how he and Pattinson both has motor homes on the set of "Remember Me," but his was quiet and no one sought him out -- while Pattinson's was surrounded by female fans.

Matt Damon to play gay lover of Michael Douglas in Liberace movie

Matt Damon will play the role of Michael Douglas' lover in a movie about gay piano legend Liberace, set for release in 2012.

It is quite a change for the Irish American macho star used to playing souped-up testosterone roles such as the cop in 'The Departed' and the Bourne Identity flicks.

Irish 'flash mob' of Valentine's Day kissers descend on White House

An Irish theater company, The Performance Corporation, has claimed credit for a 'flash mob' of Valentine's Day kissers who descended on the White House yesterday.

One hundred couples locked lips in a lengthy smooching session right outside the Obama residence to the amazement of passers-by on Pennsylvania Avenue yesterday evening.

It has emerged that the romantic 'Kiss USA' project was the work of a

Stephen Colbert is in Vancouver, armed with his Olympic poster

Does Robert Pattinson hate women?

Would you want your young child idolizing a man who (a) hates vaginas and (b) says his only significant relationship is with his dog?

That is what parents of teenagers who swoon over Robert Pattinson wake up to this Valentine's Day.

That is what Robert Pattinson has revealed in his "Details interview."

Fight in Mexico led to Charlize Theron/Stuart Townsend breakup

Irish actor Stuart Townsend and girlfriend Charlize Theron broke up after a major blow up on a 10 day trip to Mexico it has been revealed. The trip lasted only day and they returned and broke up. Charlize demanded the Dublin actor move out immediately

Townsend is not letting his break up with Charlize Theron slow his acting career. The Dublin actor has agreed a part in a new film with Woody Harrelson produced by Oscar winning producer Noel Pearon ('My Left Foot') according to the Sunday Independent newspaper.

The film will be shot in South Africa. Townsend who moved out of the Hollywood home he shared with Theron tells close friends he has no real idea why they broke up so suddenly. "Stuart is currently asking himself that very question. So how would anyone else know? He is obviously very sad after nine years together."a source told the newspaper.

U2, Sinead O'Connor, Chieftains in new PBS documentary

"The Music of Ireland - Welcome Home," a new documentary featuring interviews and performances from U2, Celtic Woman, Sinead O'Connor and The Chieftains will debut on New York public television station WLIW on Feb. 17, then roll out across the country to other PBS affiliates throughout March PBS have announced.

"Music of Ireland" will be available as a CD and DVD in a number of outlets: Barnes & Noble is the exclusive retail partner and will debut an in-store promotional campaign on March 2; Amazon.com will feature all the CD tracks digitally on a 45-day exclusive starting that same day. In addition, the CD and DVD will be bundled as a bonus for those who donate to public television during pledge drives.

The CD was produced by John Reynolds, and features new material by Clannad's Moya Brennan - who also hosts the documentary - O'Connor, the Chieftains, former Irish Tenor Ronan Tynan and Shane McGowan of the Pogues, among others.

Robert Pattinson's Britney Spears moment

The Details interview with Robert Pattinson is his Mouseketeer Britney Spears moment.

Remember when Britney grew up very suddenly from Mouseketeer to "Hit Me Baby One More Time," and sent parents everywhere screaming to the exits to protect their little groupies?

Pattinson just did the same with the Details interview. He has gone from being the safe little fantasy for millions of pubescent girls to a dangerous leading man, talking crudely about vaginas, being hungover and hanging around with naked women.

Robert Pattinson's very naughty interview with Details

Robert Pattinson certainly gave a very weird interview to Details Magaizne as US magazine has just reported. He posed with a bunch of naked women in various compromising posituons for the shoot for the tenth anniversary of the mag.

Will Susan Boyle be lucky or unlucky in love?

Susan Boyle will have her fill of Valentine's Day greetings this year no doubt, but no special man has as yet materialized.

Could it be that Susan will be unlucky in love?

It is a year since she climbed the highest mountain and took the world by storm -- but still nobody special has been linked to her. Believe me, the tabloids would have done their worst to find out if there was someone, but there has not been a peep.

Rob Pattinson romps with naked women in 'Details' cover shoot

Sexy Robert Pattinson as you have never seen him, romping with naked women, will grace the 10th anniversary of Details magazine cover later this month.

The pictures are explosive. Just-released scans secured by insiders show Robert sitting between the legs of a woman who appears to be naked, though the full picture is not shown. He has his hand on her calf and his other hand, is apparently on her butt when the fold is spread out.

What he says in the interview may be even more controversial.

David Paterson 'luckiest politican alive' says New York Times source

The New York Times story on Governor David Paterson will contain little new information.

"David Paterson is the luckiest politician alive" said a Times staffer. "Nothing we print will be as bad as some of the allegations that are now floating around ."

The paper is in no hurry to print the story on David Paterson according to sources at the newspaper.

Catholic outrage as Lindsay Lohan does Crucifixion pose

Catholic League President Bill Donohue has slammed Lindsay Lohan for posing in a Crucifixion style.

Donohue has called on Lohan to apologize for her crucifixion pose for Purple Fashion magazine.

Holly Montag shows off her Irish side with Gaelic tattoo

Gorgeous Holly Montag shows just how Irish she is by getting a tattoo which reads: "Cha bhi fios aire math an tobair gus an traigh e," which means, (as we all know here in Irish Central) "The value of the well is not known until it goes dry."

Pierce Brosnan humiliated at wearing tights in 'Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief'

Irish star Pierce Brosnan (above) says he was humiliated at having to wear bright blue tights for his role as a centaur in the CGI scenes of "Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief."

Brosnan, who will next be seen in the Robert Pattinson movie "Remember Me," plays the half-man, half-horse god Chiron the Centaur.

Patrick Kennedy will not run for re-election - wants to focus on family

Rep. Patrick Kennedy had decided not to run for re-election, ending the Kennedy legacy in the Senate and House after almost 60 years.

Kennedy says he wants to spend time building a family instead of building a life in politics.

Irishman punches Russell Crowe and writes a hit song about it

The night an Irishman punched Russell Crowe on the nose in a Los Angeles bar has become a big hit as a song on a new album by the band "Gaelic Storm "who famously played in the Titanic movie thirteen years ago.

The song 'The Night I Punched Russell Crowe " has gone down incredibly well with audiences says singer Patrick Murphy who says he actually punched Crowe.

Someone crazier than Glenn Beck: Debbie Medina

Finally! Someone crazier than Glenn Beck.

Debbie Medina, who is running for Governor of Texas, refused to disavow the 9/11 conspiracy theorists who believe the U.S. government deliberately blew up the World Trade Center buildings.

That was too much even for Beck, who asked her the question, but has now dismissed her as a nut job.

Alec Baldwin is 'just fine' after daughter, Ireland, called 911

Representatives for Alec Baldwin said his daughter Ireland calling 911 and leading to her father being hospital, was a misunderstanding.

Baldwin spent an hour in Lenox Hill Hospital this morning (Thursday) after Ireland called 911.

A spokesperson for Baldwin said he is "just fine."

Alexander McQueen commits suicide over mother's death Twitter feed reveals

Irish and British fashion designer Alexander McQueen has committed suicide just days after his mother's death it has been revealed.

His Twitter feed referred to his depression over his mother's death was removed. He stated on Feb. 3 that his mother passed away the day before. A few days later he wrote , “Sunday evening been an F—-g awful week but my friends have been great, but now I have to some how [sic] pull myself together and finish with the…”

On Feb. 1, he posted, “From heaven to hell and back again, life is a funny thing. Beauty can come from the most strangest of places even the most disgusting places.” A few minutes later, he posted: “Why people ignore the ugly things in life but within this they are missing the beauty that lies under the rotten fruit!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Jen Aniston is fond of Gerard Butler

Hot rockin babe, Jennifer Aniston tells Access Hollywood why she is so fond of steaming hot actor Gerard Butler.

Jen tells Access Hollywood she has so much fun with Gerard Butler, known to us Irish as Gerry in P.S. I Love You (who has the worst Irish accent ever) making the movie 'Bounty Hunter.'

U2 stands up for cancer

The boys are at it again, lending their voices to charity. We are so proud of them.

U2 joins a slew of other artists, including, Celine Dion, Kathy Perry, Mary J Blige, John Mayer and Kenny Chesney, in providing new material for the second installment of "Stand Up 2 Caner On Demand," which launched on Comcast last December.

'Sex and the City' star Sarah Jessica Parker is stressed

Sarah Jess only wishes she had a carefree life like her character, Carrie Bradshaw, but in reality the actress is stressed out.

Sarah Jessica admits to friends she is finding it extremely "stressful" having to try and juggle motherhood and acting.

The actress, who has three children with her husband, Matthew Broderick, (twins via a surrogate mother last year) admits she is finding it hard juggling her acting career and being a mother.

Pierce Brosnan shines on 'Late Late Show'

One of my favorite Irish actors, Pierce By far the sexiest 007, Pierce, spoke to Ferguson about his two upcoming movies, 'Ghost Writer' opening next week and 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief,' in theaters this weekend.

"I'm working," laughed the Irishman while Ferguson added that his wife thinks the former 007 is "a good looking man."

Kathy Griffin and Mariska Hargitay make out on "Law & Order: SVU"

Yes, you read it right here, Kathy Griffin plants one on sexy 'Law & Order: Kathy girl, who is a staunch gay rights supporter in real life and an icon in the gay world, ironically plays the role of a militant lesbian called "Babs Duffy - I like that she's Irish- in an episode of 'Law & Order: This is something I don't want to miss!

Apparently, Kathy, a two-time Emmy winner for her hilarious show 'My Life on the D List' played the role beautifully.

Robert Pattinson waiting for 'Breaking Dawn' date

Someone hurry the hell up and give Robbie boy a date for the shooting of the fourth Vampire 'Twilight' installment.

Robert Robert, who has already played the role as Edward Cullen in the first two movies; has just finished shooting the third installment, 'Eclipse' which is due to hit theaters this summer.

Why George Clooney,Colin Farrell, Gerard Butler, Robert Pattinson and Susan Boyle need to get hitched this Valentine's Day

Here are my top 12 people I'd like to see together this Valentine's day:

1.Gerard Butler and Jennifer 2. Susan Boyle and Piers Morgan. Susan calls him her charming knight in armor, he owes his new career to her. He kissed her passionately after the Oprah show, insiders say. Here's to a Valentine's Day duet of 'I Dreamed a Dream.'

Lindsay Lohan says Samantha Ronson abuse rumors are untrue

Lindsay Lohan, 23, and her ex Samantha Ronson, 32, have taken to the internet to fight back against rumors that their relationship was marred by domestic abuse.

The couple's tumultuous romance came to an end last year, but the famous pair hit the headlines again last week after they were rumored to have engaged in a public bust-up at a Hollywood night club.

Reports published on Radar Online suggested the couple's former relationship had been marred by incidents of domestic violence. But Lohan has finally denied the rumors, in a post on her Twitter.com page, she writes, "This is become a bit much. Samantha R never raised a hand to me, I've never said she did. Enough is Enough. Focus on other more important..."

Hey, Hannity! Snow doesn't mean global warming a fraud

Sean Hannity's at it again. Every chance he gets to stick it to global warming (and former Vice President Al Gore) is a chance too good to pass up, I see.

Anne Hathaway leaves Catholic Church over gays

Screen siren Anne Hathaway, 27, the Oscar nominated actress with Irish and French ancestry, has left the Catholic Church – along with the rest of her family – because of its intolerant views on homosexuality.

 Anne grew up wanting to become a nun but she shunned Catholicism when she learned her older brother, Michael, was gay.

Is Robert Pattinson backing away from 'Remember Me'?

Is Robert A report from London today says that Splash News quotes a source who said: "He is in every scene of Bel Ami , so he is getting out once to go to New York." However he will supposedly skip all other opportunities to promote the film.

That is bad news indeed for the movie's producers and co -star Pierce 'Remember Me" shot in and around New York last summer and  

Madonna fallout with Stella McCartney over Irish band?

Will Madonna fall out with close friend Stella McCartney after Paul's daughter booked the Irish band that plays in Madonna's-ex pub for her fashion show in Paris?

Does Miley Cyrus have a crush on Gerard Butler?

Of course the star o f' "P.S. I Love You" is lovebird Gerard Butler, currently riding the waves on some tropical island with latest love Jennifer

Conan O'Brien name in hat to replace 'American Idol' Simon Cowell

Rumor has it that deposed comedy king Conan O'Brien might be throwing his hat in for Simon Cowell’s old job with "American Idol."

Idol producers are frantically searching for a high-profile replacement for the bitchy Brit.

Sarah Jessica to you! Don't drop the Jessica warns Chris Noth

Want to know how to annoy the lovely Sarah Jessica Parker?

Easy. Just call her Sarah and she'll be in a snit with you!

Jim Sheridan lands Rachel Weisz, Naomi Watts and Daniel Craig for 'Dream House'

Irish director Jim Sheridan looks to have scored some high-profile stars for his new vehicle, "Dream House."

Rachel Weisz will join Daniel Craig and Naomi Watts (pictured above) in the a suburban nightmare of a movie.

Cate Blanchett signs on for Saoirse Ronan movie

Oscar-winning Cate Blanchett will join Irish star Saoirse Ronan in the new thriller "Hanna."

Blanchett, most recently seen in 2008's "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" will join the cast which begins shooting in Germany next week.

Megan Fox had 'hand' model for Super Bowl ad

She is not perfect after all!

It had been revealed that the Super Bowl Motorola phone ad featuring Megan Fox in a bath used a model's hands instead of the star's own hand because of her unusual thumbs.

The "Transformers" star had a condition called which is described as "shortness of the fingers and toes."

Gov. Paterson huddles with Dems ahead of Times story

The Hill blog is reporting that N.Y. Governor has met with top Democrats ahead of a potentially explosive expose from The New York Times.

The rumor mill is humming with details on the upcoming New York Times probe of Governor David

Jay-Z give props to Susan Boyle, tells her she could be a fashion mogul

David Patterson to resign replaced by Richard Ravitch as New York governor?

The rumor mill is humming with details on the upcoming New York Times probe of Governor David

Charlize Theron dines with Quentin Tarantino in Hollywood

Charlize Theron has been spotted with film director Quentin Tarantino at a cozy dinner in Beverly Hills at the famed Mr. Chow's restaurant.

Theron was enjoying her first night out as single woman in over nine years after she split with long time boyfriend Dublin actor Stuart Townsend.

Reports say Theron 'looked radiant' during the dinner and was not wearing the commitment ring that Stuart had given her when they pledged undying love to each other.

New York Times to post new political sex scandal story?

Amy Andrews has learned that The New York Times is apparently preparing a major exclusive on a leading New York politician alleging lots of sex and drugs and an open marriage. The sources say a resignation could be on the way. Watch this space.

Tiger Woods and Derek Jeter held to different standards on women

What is the difference between Tiger Woods and Derek Jeter? -- a wedding ring.

While Jeter was celebrated for his bachelor ways bedding every hottie in town Tiger ran into a buzzsaw for essentially the same behavior and ended up in a sex addiction clinic.

Did Jeter have the same disease or is this Tiger stuff a completely phony issue? Does adding a wedding ring make you a sex addict and not having one make it normal behavior if you sleep around?

Why Charlie Sheen should listen to his father Martin Sheen

What must Martin Sheen think of his wayward son Charlie Sheen and his latest misadventures?

Not a lot I suspect. The deeply political and compassionate elder Sheen, whose mother came from Tipperary, has always tried to stay a long way away from trouble and to make the world better for everyone, especially the underdog.

He recently even went back to college in Ireland in order to improve himself. If you were to think of a responsible Hollywood citizen it would be Martin Sheen, not unlike the president he played in that famous series -- you know the one.

John Terry mocked Americans after 9/11 massacre

John Travolta Photoshopped his head for movie role

John Travolta could have sparked a new trend.

The movie star told our critic Cahir O'Doherty that he Photoshopped his head to see what different styles would look like on him.

Bill O'Reilly loses round two to Jon Stewart

Simple as that folks.  

Cleve  

Brittany Murphy died from 'pneumonia and drug intoxication'

Reports released from the Los Angeles County Coroner's office this morning (Thursday), said that actress Brittany Murphy died as a result of a "drug intake" leading to pneumonia.

Conditions adding to Murphy's death were an "iron deficiency anemia" and "multiple drug intoxication."

Brittany Murphy's family quizzed over her death

The husband and mother of actress Brittany Murphy who died in December was interviewed by the LA County Coroner's office in the actress's home yesterday (Wednesday).

Sex and the City's Sarah Jessica Parker wanted to be a ballerina

Sarah Jessica Parker, star of "Sex and the City," wanted to become a ballerina

My gal pal and fashionista Sarah Jess, has revealed she still sometimes wishes she became a ballet dancer because it was her favorite hobby, aside from acting.

Pierce Brosnan and Jack Nicholson's kids together on the big screen

The sprouts of one of my favorite and sexiest Irish actors, Pierce Brosnan, and the offspring of on-screen legend, Jack Nicholson, are set to follow in their father's footsteps.

The children, Sean Brosnan, 26 (seen above with his father Pierce) and Lorraine Nicholson, 19, will star in a biopic movie about a professional surfing shark attack survivor.

Olivia Wilde wild about 'Cowboys and Aliens'

Olivia Wilde, known to us better as Dr. Remy Hadley in television series "House" is teaming up with Bond actor, Daniel Craig to co-star in the alien invasion drama, "Cowboys and Aliens."

Wilde has signed a contract to star in the sci-fi Western movie based on the graphic novel series by Scott Mitchell Rosenberg.

Lucy Lawless wants to star in 'Xena' movie

Lucy Lawless, best known for her role as "Xena; Warrior Princess," is hoping to reprise her role on the big screen.

Lucy said she is afraid fans of her rocking body and kick-ass moves will lose interest in the fantasy series if it's only revived for television.

Lindsay Lohan is a hoarder

Star of "Mean Girls" or maybe better known for her erratic behaviour, Lindsay Lohan has revealed she is obsessed with hoarding stuff.

Lindsay, 23, has documented her obsession by letting television cameras into her L.A. home to show fans what an obsessive hoarder she really is.

'Twilight' star Robert Pattinson to appear on Jimmy Fallon

Heartthrob and sassy vampire player, Robert Pattinson is to appear on the Jimmy Fallon show next month.

The "Twilight" saga movie star, and mega hot actor Robbie is set to appear on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" either early March 1 or 2. Representatives for the hottie are just trying to figure out his hectic schedule.

Evanna Lynch in 3D in new Harry Potter movie

Fans of Irish actress Evanna Lynch, who plays the role of Luna Luvgood in the Harry Potter franchise, will experience the actress in 3D this coming November.

Oscar-nominated movie, "Avatar" has inspired the creators of the next Harry Potter movie to convert it into 3D.

Warner Brothers confirmed they will now implement the 3D technology used in "Avatar" - which ranked in over $2 billion worldwide in seven weeks, to the final instalments of the wizarding franchise, part one and part two.

NASCAR racer Danica Patrick is driving awareness for COPD

Danica Patrick, NASCAR driver, is using her celebrity status to highlight a major health epidemic.

For Patrick, also a model and advertising spokeswoman, this one is personal. She lost her grandmother to COPD a few years ago.

COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and is one of the most common lung diseases, killing one American every four minutes.

Hear Susan Boyle sing on "Everybody Hurts' Haiti relief song

Our Susan did a beautiful job on the remake of REM's hit "Everybody Hurts" to raise much needed money for the Haiti Earthquake relief fund.

The stars aligned for Simon Cowell, who put the whole thing together, and he managed to lure the likes of Bono, Loena Lewis, Rod Stewart and Coldplay, to name but a few, to contribute to the worthy cause.

"The Haiti earthquake has caused devastation and suffering that most of us will never experience nor could imagine,” Boyle said of taking part in the song.

Bono set to join Lady Gaga for 'We are the World' remix

Megastars Bono, Lady Gaga, Usher, Jason Mraz, Akon, Jennifer Hudson, Enrique Iglesias and Toni Braxton have signed up for the all-star re-make of the 1985 Lionel Ritchie/Michael Jackson benefit track "We Are The World."

I'm not sure if this is good news or bad news.

Jonathan Rhys Meyers looks hot on Regis and Kelly

Jonathan Rhys Meyers looked good enough to eat on Regis and Kelly.

The "Tudors" star is on the chat show trail promoting "From Paris with Love," and did a stint on Live with Regis and Kelly this week.

Truth to tell Jonathan looks wa-a-ay much better than the two hosts who look as if they've been over-imbibing on some weird youth serum.

Robert Pattinson prepares to make debut on 'The View'

Grab your tickets now girlfriends! Twilight hottie Robert Pattinson will be in NYC on March 2 for his first appearance on ABC's "The View."

Pattinson, 23, will be doing the usual meet-and-greet to promote “Remember Me,” which opens later in March.

Exclusive: Susan Boyle in smoochy kiss with Piers Morgan

Informed sources tell us that Susan Boyle and Piers Morgan enjoyed a smoochy kiss at the end of the taping of Susan's British TV Special "I Dreamed A Dream."

The filming, which took place in London in December, was packed with Susan's fans, but none were allowed bring cameras or cell phones into the event.

Irish movie 'The Secret of Kells' nominated for Oscar

The Irish animated movie "The Secret of Kells," has been nominated for best animated movie at the Oscars which were announced today.

The movie, which draws from the myth of the Book of Kells which is famously stored in Ireland's Trinity College, features a young Irish brave heart, Brendan.

Vanessa Redgrave still stricken by daughter Natasha's death

Vanessa Redgrave has described how she is still suffering from terrible grief over the skiing accident death of her daughter Natasha, who was married to Irish actor Liam Neeson.

“I used to be a big diary writer, but I haven't written for quite a while, and Joely, my second daughter, has been urging me to write again, to write to Natasha in my diary. And I said to her, ‘I know you're right, but I can't bring myself to do it, I literally cannot do it.’

Charlize Theron has new man says report, dumps Irish boyfriend

It has not taken Charlize Theron long to move on from Irish beau Stuart Townsend.

The New York Post is reporting that she was spotted with a mystery man at the famed Chateau Marmont in Hollywood last week.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart nominated as 'Worst Screen Couple' in Razzies

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have been nominated as "Worst Screen Couple," in the Razzies which were announced today.

Pattinson has also been named as "Worst Supporting Actor," of course for "Twilight."

The Razzies (unlike nominations for the Oscars, which will be announced tomorrow) celebrate the very worst achievements in cinema.

Charlize Theron and Stuart Townsend : 'The passion is gone'

I'm still stunned at the news that Charlize Theron and Stuart Townsend are splitting up.

They seemed like a really decent couple - the antidote to the Brangelina carry-on if you know what I mean.

A close friend says that Charlize, 34, feels the passion is gone from the relationship.

Imelda May blows away the Grammys, 'Irish Amy Winehouse' hits the big time

Stephen Colbert pokes fun at Susan Boyle at Grammys

Stephen Colbert made a name for himself early tonight by making comments about Susan Boyle at the Grammys.

Colbert's first remark was a slap at Boyle, stating that while Justin Timberlake had brought "Sexy Back," with his hit song of the same name Susan Boyle had pretty much destroyed all that image with her success.

Then he paid Susan a backhanded compliment saying said that record business was very lucky that a Scottish spinster with flat shoes like Susan had bailed out the industry this year with her astonishing success and album sales.

Is Rosie O'Donnell getting back with her ex Kelli Carpenter?

Is Rosie O'Donnell getting back together with her old partner Kelli Carpenter because of the kids they raised together?

Sure sounds like it if you look at these weekend quotes from Rosie that their four kids keep them together.

“What makes a family is love, and we all love each other,” Rosie said.

Clinton Kelly aces Miss America-- but who is he married to?

Clinton Kelly's star turn as host on Miss America last night has ensured that this Long Island Irishman is about to become one of America's hottest TV properties.

Put simply, he was superb and outshone the women!

He aced it. He was funny without being patronizing and downright condescending as so many previous hosts have been. The women seemed to love him, too.

Outrage as Lady Gaga 'dead' in new Irish radio ad

An Irish radio station has incensed Lady Gaga fans worldwide by portraying her as dead in a new radio ad.

104FM is one of the most-popular radio stations in Dublin, but its new ad has Lady Gaga fans screeching.

It shows a woman's body under a canvas with blood seeping out and the title "When you play great music back-to-back someone is gong to get hurt."

Emilie de Ravin says there was instant chemistry with Robert Pattinson

Emilie de Ravin (above with Robert Pattinson) is one lucky girl.

She says she immediately hit it off with co-star Robert Pattinson "Remember Me."

"I flew to New York to test with Rob and we immediately got along and had instant great chemistry, which is not an easy thing to come by," she said.

With video: Robert Pattinson loved edgy Tyler role in 'Remember Me'

"Twilight" star Robert Pattinson says he loved his role as Pierce Brosnan's son in "Remember Me."

Pattinson, who plays college student Tyler, said it was the first time he'd been offered an edgy male lead.

"Initially, I remember reading the script and thinking ... um ... I like the flow of the dialogue and stuff," he said. "It was just different."

Elaine Paige says sorry to Susan Boyle

Wow! That was some fast turnaround.

One day Elaine Paige is calling Susan Boyle a virus and the next day she says she didn't mean it that way.

Rave reviews for Mel Gibson as Boston Irish cop in 'Darkness''

Mel Gibson is earning rave reviews for his portrayal of a tough Boston Irish cop in "The Edge of Darkness."

Gibson (above) plays detective Thomas Craven, "a cop with nothing to lose who doesn't give a [bleep]," on a mission to hunt down his daughter's killers.

Lindsay Lohan's 'lunatic' dad arrested again

Michael Lohan, father of Lindsay, has finally gone and done it this time.

He has been arrested for violating a restraining order against his girlfriend, Erin Muller.

Jay Leno wants Conan O'Brien back as guest on 'Tonight Show'

Jay Leno wants Conan O'Brien back as a guest on "The Tonight Show."

But, Leno told Oprah Winfrey Thursday, he's not sure if O'Brien would accept the offer.

Who is sexier, Colin Farrell or Robert Pattinson?

Colin Farrell

'Twilight' stars Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart voted one of decade's best kisses

The passionate kiss shared between Robert Pattinson, who plays Edward Cullen and Kristen Steward, who plays Bella Swan, in Twilight, has been voted one of the best of the last decade.

The smooch, which happened towards the end of the first movie, Twilight (the second movie, New Moon, was released late last year) came fourth in a survey, conducted by department store Selfridges in England, for best on screen kisses of the past decade.

Lindsay Lohan wants her own talk show

Lindsay Lohan, who has tried her hand at almost everything at this stage, is now looking to start her own talk show.

Lindsay, a bit of a train wreck to say the least, has dabbled (we won't mention the hard stuff) in modeling, singing, fashion design and acting and now wants her own show where she can be center of attention -- surprise, surprise.

Susan Boyle's brother worries about his sister being murdered just like Beatles legend John Lennon

John Boyle, 59, has expressed fears that his sister could be murdered at the hands of a crazy stalker.

Danica Patrick ad banned from Super Bowl

A Danica Patrick ad has been banned from the Super Bowl.

"Lola" sees Danica on screen narrating the tale of "Lola," a huge effeminate black guy selling frilly women's things.

"I never watch Daniel Craig as James Bond," says Pierce Brosnan

The former hunkier Irish "007" has said that although he has made several attempts to watch the new Bond movies starting Daniel Craig he still hasn't managed to do so.

Is Celtic Woman going the same way as the Celtic Tiger?

What's going on with the Irish supergroup Celtic Woman?

The girls were doing a signing at Borders in the Time Warner Center in New York on Wednesday and my spies tell me they were giving away coupons for 50 percent off their gigs this weekend at Radio City Music Hall.

Elaine Paige launches Susan Boyle attack, calling her 'a virus'

Susan Boyle's idol Elaine Paige has launched an astonishing attack on the Scottish songstress calling her ' a virus who has spread across the world in a nanosecond.'

"I don't particularly feel any pride for her - I'm sure she is proud of what she has done," Paige stated.

Susan Boyle safe after walking in on burglar at her Scottish home

Susan Boyle got a shock she certainly was not expecting when she returned to her Scottish home in Blackburn on Tuesday night – the sight of a robber running out of her house.

Thankfully the global singing phenomenon was not in any way injured, but she was left in some shock after the incident.

Susan Boyle ‘honored’ to be singing on Haiti aid Song

Susan Boyle has opened up on how proud she is to be helping the people of Haiti during their time of need by taking part in the song to raise money for relief efforts.

The 48-year-old laid down her vocals on the version of REM’s “Everybody Hurts” that is being made to help raise money for the earthquake-hit nation.

Pierce Brosnan says he's lost his sex symbol status to Robert Pattinson

Pierce Brosnan says he has lost all sense of himself as a sexy ladies man after filming with Robert Pattinson.

The Irish-born former James Bond star realized he was yesterday's pin-up when female fans ignored him during the filming of "Remember Me" in New York starring Rob Pattinson.

"I have no remaining ego whatsoever after shooting 'Remember Me' with Robert last year," says Brosnan. "His trailer was down one end of the avenue, surrounded by girls, and mine was a very quiet little haven of solitude at the other end.

Mischa Barton lets it all hang out on 'Law & Order' set in New York

New Yorkers have been seeing rather more of Mischa Barton than they bargained for in recent days.

Mischa, who's in town to shoot scenes of "Law & Order: SVU," is wearing very little in her role as a hooker.

Pierce Brosnan calls for closure on Roman Polanski sex case

Irish star Pierce Brosnan has called for closure for controversial film director Roman Polanski.

Brosnan who stars in Polanski's new movie, "The Ghost Writer," says the whole situation is very sad.

Susan Boyle's cousin blows away 'Britain's Got Talent' with 'Fields of Gold'

Susan Boyle's cousin has wowed the judges of "Britain’s Got Talent" with a "gobsmacking" version of Sting's "Fields of Gold."

"Britain's Got Talent" judges Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan and Amanda Holden were said to be “gobsmacked” when Susan’s cousin turned up to the auditions for the new series.

Watch out Susan Boyle! Simon Cowell looking to sign Robert Pattinson from 'Twilight'

Watch out Susan Boyle! British hitmaker Simon Cowell looks set to to sing "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson.

Cowell has already approached Pattinson to sign up after hearing him sing.

NASCAR's Danica Patrick channels Marilyn Monroe in unrated Super Bowl ads!

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick is channeling Marilyn Monroe in a new series of ads for GoDaddy.com the Super Bowl. Actually, make that two sets of ads. One set is for the CBS censor and the other is unrated for the www.godaddy.com web site.

Danica looks stunning as a raven-haired Marilyn from "The Seven Year Itch," and she also does a wet and wild Jennifer Beals from "Flashdance."

Gerard Butler beats Susan Boyle for Scot of the Year

It’s unbelievable, but ScotsCare, the charity that ran its own Scot of the Year online poll, has released its final vote, and Gerard Butler has beaten superstar-singing phenomenon Susan Boyle for the 2009 title.

In their poll, Butler scooped 66 per cent of the vote, with our Susan trailing in a distant second with 26 per cent.

Heartbroken Liam Neeson drops out of movie about Scottish Saint Columba

Grieving Irish star Liam Neeson has dropped out of a planned movie project with Jeremy Irons.

Neeson was supposed to play King Aidan in a movie about Saint Columba, the saint who brought Christianity to Scotland.

Pierce Brosnan says Robert Pattinson lives in a 'ferocious limelight'

Irish star Pierce Brosnan says that hunky Robert Pattinson has been thrown into a "ferocious limelight" by his success with "Twilight."

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart set to go public with secret 'Twilight' romance

Secretive "Twilight" co-stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are poised to go public with their not-very-secretive romance.

Sources say the couple will fess up when filming starts on "Breaking Dawn," the third in the trilogy of vampire movies.

Exit for Conan O'Brien as NBC offers $44m 'put up and shut up' deal

Conan O'Brien is set to get a staggering $32m golden parachute from NBC as "The Tonight Show" debacle finally rumbles to a close. HIs staff will get $12m in a deal which will cost NBC an overall $44m.

Mind you, in a week which has seen the catastrophe in Haiti overtake every other news story there's something unseemly about over-paid grown-ups squabbling over the kind of money that would keep a small country going.

Just saying like.

Colin Farrell dated fake woman in web sex sting

Colin Farrell dated a fake woman on the web according to an explosive new report from Who's Dated Who.

The site says Farrell dated fake woman "Bree Condon" sometime over the past two years. And we can only presume this was before his relationship with his co-star Alicja Bachleda (above) took off.

U2 hook up with NASCAR for Daytona 500 ad

Those boys in U2 just don’t stop do they!

Combing the planet with a record breaking World tour, writing Golden Globe-nominated songs for Jim Sheridan’s movie “Brothers,” putting together “

Steven Soderbergh to start shooting “Knockout” in Dublin with Michael Fassbender next month

Steven Soderbergh is set to spend three weeks shooting his latest movie, the espionage thriller "Knockout," in Dublin and Wicklow this February.

Prince William reveals he's huge fan of Susan Boyle

Less than a day after the Brits bashed Susan, Prince William has revealed that he's a big fan, calling her inspirational.

Brit Awards blasted for snubbing Susan Boyle

The Brit Awards have been blasted for snubbing Susan Boyle from the shortlist announced Monday.

Danica Patrick: First, she'll take Manhattan

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick was in New York recently shooting for her scenes in an upcoming "CSI" epsiode.

Our picture - which was posted by CBS on Twitpic - shows Danica with the show’s leading man, Gary Sinise (Mac Taylor).

As we already reported, New York which will be the backdrop for a fiery explosion during a car race through the Big Apple.

Aussie judge blasts Pattinson as 'pale, pasty and pathetic'

Robert Pattinson is "pale, pasty and pathetic."

Quirky night for the Irish at the Golden Globes

It was a quirky night for the Irish at the 2010 Golden Globe Awards, with the Celts present providing plenty of laughter over the course of the ceremony.

Or rather, being the butt of a few of Ricky Gervais jokes.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart hope to help out Haiti telethon

"Twilight" stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are tipped to join George Clooney's mega fundraiser for Haiti.

Good-hearted Gorgeous George has organized a celebrity telethon in response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti.

A source says he wants the "Twilight" stars on board because he knows they will mobilize younger fans into action.

Brit tabloids report 'Susan Boyles over in mop scene at airport'

The British tabloids are falling over themselves this morning to report that "Susan Boyles over at airport."

According to the Sun Susan "sparked complaints from travellers on Tuesday after she reportedly began singing into a mop in a bizarre scene at London's Heathrow Airport."

Really? Singing into a mop? What's wrong with that?

Robert Pattinson lined up for Spider-Man role

And finally, 'Twilight' star Robert Pattinson, 23, is being lined up to play Spider-Man.

Rumor has it that Tobey Maguire, along with director Sam Rami, have quit the superhero franchise.

Conan O'Brien out of Tonight Show and Jay Leno in

Twitter is abuzz with the news that NBC is now dumping Irish American funnyman Conan O'Brien and reinstating Jay Leno in "The Tonight Show."

TMZ says that Leno has made a new deal with NBC, which gives him "The Tonight Show" from 11:35 pm - 12:35 pm.

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick heads to New York for CSI guest spot

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Conan O'Brien gets his Irish up as Jay Leno comes under fire

Typical! Irish stand-up host Conan O'Brien finally gets into high gear just as he's about to be pushed off the air.

Pierce Brosnan looks mighty fine in trailer for 'The Ghost Writer'

The trailer for Pierce Brosnan's new movie, "The Ghost Writer," has arrived online and it looks terrific. (And that's apart from the surprising preview of "Sex and the City's" Kim Cattrall with a sexy Brit accent!)

The biggest surprise is that Pierce (above with Ewan McGregor) actually looks like he's got a role with some muscle in it for a change.

'House' star Olivia Wilde in Twitter appeal for Haiti earthquake

Big-hearted Irish actress Olivia Wilde is offering personalized thank you videos to donors who pitch in to help the victims of the monster earthquake in Haiti.

The "House" star has appealed for donations through her Twitter page.

Olivia, who visited Haiti just three weeks ago, says she will send a personalized "thank you" video to everyone who donates in excess of $200.

Even George Clooney feels the heat from Robert Pattinson's star appeal!

Down girls! Looks like there's just the teensiest bit of rivalry heating up between silver-haired smoothie George Clooney and "Twilight" phenom Robert Pattinson.

Clooney - who's half Irish - says he's glad he's not competing with Robert Pattinson for movie roles.

Stuart Townsend quits Kenneth Branagh's 'Thor' citing creative differences

Stuart Townsend - seen here with long-time love Charlize Theron, says creative differences have driven him off the cast of the superhero movie "Thor."

Townsend, 37, who was down to play Fandral, quit the movie just days before the cast was set to start shooting.

Sandra Bullock smashes through $200m glass ceiling at U.S. box office with 'Blind Side'

Sandra Bullock has smashed through the $200 million glass ceiling with her role in the football mega hit "The Blind Side."

Will Adam Lambert and Susan Boyle do a duet on Oprah?

Fans of Susan Boyle and "American Idol" star Adam Lambert are in for a big treat if the latest rumours are true!

Lady Gaga teams up with Bono to help fight AIDS

Lady Gaga - shown here with her own "hair-hat" - has joined forces with U2's Bono to help raise money for Bono's AIDS charity (RED).

Conan O'Brien loses out to Jay Leno in NBC shake-up

Looks like Irish American funnyman Conan O'Brien has lost his battle with Jay Leno on NBC.

Gerard Butler escapes conviction on photog battery charges

Hollywood heart-throb Gerard Butler has escaped conviction on misdemeanor battery charges after a run-in with a papparazo in LA in 2008.

Butler had been attending the premiere party of British director Guy Ritchie's film "Rock n Rolla" on October 7, 2008 when he got into a bust-up with a snapper.

Butler's reps said the Scot star was practically stalked by the papper snapper who pursued Butler through the LA streets.

Irish gambling on David and Victoria Beckham split

Irish bookmaker Paddy Power has slashed the odds on football star David Beckham splitting up with wife Victoria, formerly known as Posh Spice.

Robert Pattinson breaks hearts as he skips People's Choice Awards

Hunky Brit star Robert Pattinson has decided to skip tonight's People's Choice awards.

Pattinson, who has been nominated as Favorite Actor for his role as Edward Cullen in the "Twilight" phenom, was expected to be the big hit of the evening.

Jonathan Rhys Meyers has a blast in 'From Paris with Love'

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The film, which stars Rhys Meyers as a lowly intelligence operative, pairs the Cork native with a barely recognizable John Travolta.

Travolta plays a wise-cracking U.S. agent (is there any other kind in La La Land?) who's been sent to Paris to try and stop a terrorist attack.

Liam Neeson's 'Taken' a $145m domestic hit for Fox

Irish actor Liam Neeson's "Taken" was a surprise hit of the year for Fox, bringing in $145 million domestically.

Neeson played retired C.I.A. operative Bryan Mills in the movie and spent most of it in pursuit of the European thugs who have kidnapped his daughter Kim in Paris for a sex slave ring.

Kim and her friend had told Neeson they were going to stay in a friend's apartment in Paris whereas they really intended following U2 round Europe.

Lindsay Lohan needs to add stopping smoking to her new year's resolutions for 2010

Put out that cigarette Lindsay Lohan!

Looks like Lindsay, 23, better add stopping smoking to her list of new year's resolutions