Britney To Appear On HIMYM 'Confirmed'

'Break The Ice' singer Britney Spears has confirmed she will appear on the sitcom 'How I Met Your Mother' one more time.

The star has signed a deal to star in an episode to air in America on May 12th. The episode is said to have begun production today.

Spears is going to be playing her previous character of Abbey. The show's executive producer and co-creator Craig Thomas said "We're all so thrilled to have Britney joining us once again." When Spears made her first guest appearance it helped the show reach its highest ratings. 

Miley Under Fire

Miley Cyrus has been at the centre of controversy this week. With her "risky" cover photo appearance on Vanity Fair. The Disney star came under attack by the public, media and fellow celebrities insisting that her parents and management are to blame for her unusual photos. The photos display Cyrus showing a lot of skin in a raunchy shoot. The 15 year old star is believed to have been 'used' by photographer Annie Leibovitz for publicity. 

However celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz has leapt to the 'Hannah Montana' stars defense saying the snaps are "simple" and "beautiful". Cyrus is due to apologise, claiming she was manipulated into posing for the pictures. The photos were condemned by Disney Channel bosses who accused the publication of creating a situation to deliberately manipulate the 15 year old to sell magazines. 

What do you think? 

Tasteful? or Disgraceful?

Maroon5 & Rihanna - 'If I Never See Your Face Again' Sneak Peak

Check out this sneak peak video, which came out of nowhere, of a re-recorded version of Maroon5's song "If I Never See Your Face Again" featuring 'Umbrella' singer Rihanna. The song, originally from the LP 'It Won't Be Soon Before Long' is set to premiere in the next few weeks.

What do you think??? Is it a hit or miss?

Video Of The Week

This week's "Top Video" is an old one, but seeing as the anniversary just past, that of, former TLC band-mate 'Lisa 'Left-Eye' Lopes' passing - I decided to post Spice Girl Melanie C's debut single 'Never Be The Same Again' which feature the late singer/rapper. The song in my opinion is the best solo song to come out of the Spice Girls.

Enjoy =)

Cyrus To Be A Billionaire

Disney sensation Miley Cyrus is now officially the richest child in the world. The actress/singer is reportedly set to be a billionaire by the end of the year.

In 2007 Cyrus raked in $18 million alone. The 15 year old has made her fortune, of course, from her Hannah Montana franchise estimated to be worth $1 billion by 2009.

Miley's mother Leticia said "a lot of it goes into her investment fund, which she can't touch until she's 18." Cyrus has also recently announced she has signed a seven-figure deal with the Disney Book Group to write her own autobiography, to be released in the Spring of 2009.

New Couple: Jennifer Aniston & John Mayer

Rumors are flying thick and fast around speculation that actress Jennifer Aniston and singer/songwriter John Mayer are dating. The odd pair were spotted dining together in Miami, Florida this past Friday.

"the two stars were locked in conversation for 90 minutes, and sat with their heads close together" said manager, Charles Bell, of Michael's Genuine Food & Drink.

Duff To Star In '90210' Remake?

Singer and actress Hilary Duff is reportedly in talks to join the cast of the new 'Bevery Hills, 90210' spin-off series. The original 1990s TV show is to be remade for a contemporary audience by giant TV network CW. The original show which ran from 1990 to 2000 starred Tori Spelling, Shannen Doherty and Jason Priestley. 

Eonline.com is reporting Duff is being considered for one of the lead roles by the producers.

Nelly & Ciara - "Stepped On My Jays" Sneak Peak

Check out this sneak peak music video for Nelly's song dedicated to Nike Air Jordans titled "Stepped On My Jays". Jermaine Dupri has posted a clip of the song on his YouTube channel. The song which features R&B 'Goodies' singer Ciara is also to be featured on Nelly's June 24th LP 'Brass Knuckles'. 

Mariah In Weekend Pictures

Check out these snaps which surface this weekend. The first one shows 'E=MC2' hitmaker Mariah Carey flipping the switch to light up the Empire State Building. The New York City icon will be Pink, Lavender and White all weekend in honor of Mariah's latest #1 album. Check the video below of Mariah flicking that switch.

The second snap is of the D.I.V.A at the 7th Annual Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. She was there promoting her latest film "Tennessee".

Janet At GLAAD Media Awards

Check out this snap of "Feedback" singer Janet Jackson at the 19th Annual GLAAD  (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) Media Awards, which were held at the Kodak Theatre, CA on Saturday. 

Miss Jackson was honored with the 2008 Vanguard Award (Jennifer Aniston received it last year) which is awarded to members of the entertainment industry who has made a significant difference in promoting equal rights for "LGBT" people.

Here's a list of previous winners 

• 1998 - Cher
• 1999 - Whoopi Goldberg
• 2003 - Eric McCormack
• 2004 - Antonio Banderas
• 2005 - Liza Minnelli
• 2006 - Charlize Theron
• 2007 - Jennifer Aniston
• 2008 - Janet Jackson

Apart from the crazy hair, Janet serves up an interesting dress sense.

Megan Fox Is 'FHM's Sexiest Woman'

Megan Fox has been named the sexiest woman in the world by FHM readers. The 21 year-old actress known by her 'Transformers' fame topped the 100 list.

The beauty bet out competition from Angelina Jolie (12) Rihanna (14) and last years number one Jessica Alba who this years falls to number 3.

FHM said nearly 9 million votes were cast for the 14th addition of the annual poll.

Fox has a string of movies due out at the end of 2008 and the start of 2009 including "Whore" with Rumer Willis, "How To Loose Friends And Alienate People" and "Jennifer's Body".

Snoop Out Of The Dogg House

Snoop Dogg (real name Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr) has had his visa ban from the U.K lifted. Snoop has been edger to get across to the U.K to promote his current album , looks like the brits can expect to see him some time soon.

Celebrity Kids Entering "Hollywood"

It pays having a famous Mum or Dad as an actor, literally. After the string of movies Bruce Willis gave his daughter Rumer Willis including "From Within", "The House Bunny", "Whore" and "Wild Cherry" it now seems other actors are following suite. 

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman have agreed to let their adopted son Connor Cruise star in a film alongside Will Smith titled "Seven Pounds" he is also penned in to star in the Steven Speilberg film "The Trial Of The Chicago 7" also starring Will Smith.

And last but not least Jude Law's son Rafferty Law is going to star as a younger version on Jude on his upcoming sci-fi flick "Repossession Mambo".

Mimi Slips Up

Mariah Carey appearered on 'Good Morning America' to perform a bunch of songs off her #1 album 'E=MC2'. Check out this video below of the Diva's #1 song "Touch My Body". Mimi slipped up big time. With the lip-sync performance! BAD BAD BAD MARIAH!

What did you think of it???

King Of Pop Back In Studio

The New York Post is reporting that the 'King Of Pop' Michael Jackson is indeed back in the recording studio prepping his upcoming LP.  And this time it's business!

After not having heard much from the hitmaker since his 25th anniversary re-release of  "Thriller" and his financial troubles with his Never-Land ranch, which is now to stay in the hands of Jackson, this piece has surfaced.

MJ has hired music producers Akon and RedOne to mastermind his new album. The trio began working together at the Palms recording studio in Las Vegas on Wednesday.

N.Y.P writes that their spy said "Michael is producing the album himself and then will sell it to a record company when he's finished.

To keep his mind on the project Jackson has even banned his kids from the studio. And also the report claims that "Jackson has even sworn off woman, for the time being".

This is fantastic news to all Michael Jackson fans, a welcome update on the album. Personally I was getting worried that Will.i.am was having too much control over the project with his nonsense talk of releasing 100 songs via the Internet. I think he should put all his energy into his solo work, which is vaporising fast. Also isn't that comment about Jackson staying away from woman the most bizarre reference you've ever heard about Jackson????

looking forward to hearing some new material

Amy Winehouse Arrested

UK 'Rehab' soul songstress Amy Winehouse was arrested on suspicion of assault last Friday. This followed reports the Grammy Award Winner scuffled with two men during a wild night out.

The 24 year old rehab victim had to cancel concerts due to being at a central London police station to answer questions relating to the alleged incident. 

Police haven't confirmed if Winehouse is in custody or not. 

In other AMY news the singer has just been named in the top ten list of young earners. The singer took home a whopping $10 million dollars last year.

Also Miss Winehouse was no where to be seen at hubby Blake Fielder-Civil's court hearing this week. Now reports are flooding the net and mags that the couples relationship is almost over.

Stay tuned ...

New Music Videos

Seems Music Videos are dropping like nobody's business this week. Check them out.

Ne-Yo - Closer

Rihanna - Take A Bow

Robyn - Cobrastyle (Strip featuring Perez Hilton)

Jennifer Lopez To Do Reality TV Show

'Do It Well' singer and new mum Jennifer Lopez has signed on to star in her own reality TV show on the TLC network. The show will follow and document the star as she juggles her career and motherly duties. 

Lopez said "I'm looking forward to sharing this exciting journey together".

Lopez currently has three fashion lines, new fragrance debuting soon and no doubt another CD in the pipeline.

What do you think? Publicity show ? After her 'Brave' CD sales I'm guessing a big fat YES!

Guillermo del Toro To Direct 'The Hobbit'

Writer and director of six times nominated academy award film 'Pan's Labyrinth' Guillermo del Toro is to direct 'The hobbit' and it's sequel. The 43 year old filmmaker will move to New Zealand for four years to make the films back to back in the same tradition 'Lord Of The Rings' was made.

Oscar winner and movie legend Peter Jackson will executive produce. "I am indeed blessed to become a part of the filmmaking community that Peter, Fran and their extraordinary team of collaborators have created in New Zealand' del Toro said in a statement. 

See people! Come to New Zealand it's a fantastic country, honest =)

I don't know if I'm the only one is a 'bit' over the LOTR/Hobbit thing now! In my opinion it's been a bit long since LOTR! Do you agree???

Wesley Snipes Gets 3 Years in Prison

'Blade Trilogy' actor Wesley Snipes has been sentenced to three years in prison for tax evasion. Snipe's judge hasn't ordered the sentence for immediate action, instead ruling that he 'surrender' at a later late in his hometown New Jersey.

The government claimed Snipes owed $2.7 million. The actor was given the maximum penalty. Fellow actors Denzel Washington and Woody Harrelson wrote letters in his defense to appeal for leniency reports TMZ. Turns out that didn't help much!

Another one bites the dust. At least this time it's a not a young Hollywood lass and her alcohol problems.

Tom Cruise To Return To 'Oprah' Show

A few years after Tom's outrageous and much hyped appearance on the Oprah show. He is set to return. Perez Hilton is reporting that Oprah's film crew have been filming Tom at his house. It's rumored that Mr Cruise will be on to promote his upcoming WWII flick 'Valkyrie', directed by Bryan Singer. 

Let's hope this time Katie and Suri don't get pulled onto the show and/or that any couches are harmed in the process lol.

Mariah Carey 'Bye, Bye' Video Sneak Peak

Check out this sneak peak clip of Mariah Carey's new video accompanying her new single 'Bye, Bye'

 

What is your first impression of the video???

The Journey Ends For Carly Smithson

After her performance of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' last night on American Idol it was Irish Wannabe Carly Smithson who was eliminated from the talent show. Check out her performance from the Andrew Lloyd Webber show below.

She had a great voice, but I have to agree with Simon in that sadly this years contestants are lacking the personality. What do you think?

Mariah Hits #1

Despite the much hyped "#3" position Mariah Carey 'only' got on the UK Charts her American fan base haven't let the 'Bye Bye' singer down.

Mimi's current album 'E=MC2' has, as predicted, landed on Billboards #1 album spot. The Diva sold 463, 000 copies in its first week. 59, 000 more than her last effort 'The Emancipation Of Mimi'. 'E=MC2' is Mariah's highest first week sales of her career. She's at the top of her game, knocking out Leona Lewis from the top spot.

Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson and Madonna now, each, have had 6 albums land in the #1 spot. Barbara Streisand claims tops spot with her 8 number one albums.

New Music Videos

Check out some of the newest music videos added this week! If you know of a music video that I have left out, e-mail me at headliners@xtra.co.nz

One Republic - Say

Girlicious - Like Me

Alicia Keys - Teenage Love Affair 

R. Kelly - Hairbraider

Duffy - Warwick Avenue

Leona Lewis On American Idol

As previously reported Leona Lewis was on American Idol last night performing her worldwide hit 'Bleeding Love' check out her stunning performance. What did you think?

Introducing ....

OK so she needs no introduction at all. But Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson is going to reinvent herself this May as a singer. The blonde bombshell has recorded an album called "Anywhere I Lay My Head" The first single "Falling Down" is going to be released shortly accompanied with a video. Check out the audio below from a fan-made YouTube vid. 

I'm on the fence with the song, although I'll reserve my judgement until the full album drops on May 20th.

Check out these pics from the album and single.

Britney Spears Updates

Although reports had been suggesting that Ms Spears would be 'How I Met Your Mother' it seems in a Diva-Like-Turn Brit Brit has decided to hold off signing an dotted line until she sees the script. US is reporting that nothing is confirmed and no decisions have been made until the pop tartlet sees a script she likes.

Hmmm interesting I don't think she's in a position to be too picky? 

In other news Brit has been busy training with a vocal coach and been going hard in the gym with mum Lyn. Although those close to Brit say she's not planning on touring just yet it's just to keep her busy! It was also reported this week that Britney's next single 'Radar' one of the better songs on 'Blackout' in my opinion is to be directed by the star in her 'own' music video. The song will be released in July.

Kanye West Now A 'Single Man'

Kayne West and finance Alexis Phifer have split.  Phifer confirmed to People the golden couple had gone their separate ways "It's always sad when things like this end ... we remain friends" she said.

Although there has been no word from Kanye's reps, what more do you need? I'm sure the egotistical West is finding it hard!

Jordin Sparks Silenced

Current American Idol Jordin Sparks April touring dates have all been cancelled for the 'No Air' singer due to her voice needing some rest.  The 18 year old is currently under doctors care. Sparks is expected to join Alicia Keys & Ne-Yo on tour during the start of May. 

"Jordin is on a vocal rest and is expected to make a full recovery" says 19/Jive Records. Further reports including one from TMZ are reporting that the singer has "acute vocal chord hemorrhage". Spark's reps insist the singer will be back!

New Couple: Kirsten Dunst & Ryan Gosling

Perez Hilton has announced that rehabber Kirsten Dunst is dating hollywood heart throb Ryan Gosling. Do you think they make a good couple? [read more ...]

Madonna's 'Hard Candy' Begins To leak!

It's already begun. Six songs of Madonna highly anticipated album 'Hard Candy' have leaked onto the net. With previous Madonna albums the pop icon was behind a series of antics to get people to illegally download her album mixed with profanity from the potty mouth herself. But the tracks are indeed legit. Have you heard the new songs yet?

Hudson's Debut Release Date

Singer/Actress and Vogue covergirl Jennifer Hudson's as-yet untitled debut album has an official release date. Overlook Entertainment manager Miguel Melendez said to Billboard Biz that the "long-awaited" Diva-In-The-Making's album is set to drop "September 30th via Arista." With Clive Davis's rank shuffle this week let's hope some of his vision is kept on the Dreamgirls Starlet's album.

Idol Does Lloyd Webber

With 3 girls and 3 guys left, this weeks American Idol mentor is musical theatre legend Andrew Lloyd Webber. The mastermind behind "Evita", "The Phantom Of The Opera", "Cats" and many many more. So which contestant will be leaving? I'm guessing Jason will find this week the hardest. Still I'm looking forward to seeing how it's all going to go down. 

Sandra Bullock & Hubby In Car Crash

American actress Sandra Bullock and husband Jesse James were hit by a truck driver in Massachusetts on Friday afternoon. 

The couple were being driven to their hotel in an SUV at 10pm when 64-year-old Lucille Gatchell hit them. Gatchell was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. No body was injured during the accident. Bullock was there filming her new romantic comedy "The Proposal" 

Video Of The Week

Britain's Got Talent is where I've got this week's 'Video Of The Week'. Let me introduce to you 42 year-old Anya Sparks and her dance interpretation of Britney's Toxic! Work it girl!!!!

What did you think of Anya??

Britney To Return To Small Screen

People are reporting that pop star Britney Spears is set to return to the small screen again in 'How I Met Your Mother' after Spear's performance as Abby last month set the sitcoms rating through the roof producers want her to return. 

A source told the gossip mag "it was a mutual decision to work together more". Although Fox Studios wont comment yet, it's said that Spears will appear for one more episode.

Prison Break Extended For Forth Season

Currently on hiatus due to the writers strike Prison Break has been given a greenlight for a forth season. The current season (3) has halted at episode 13 and is set to continue it's 22 episode season run in September in the U.S. With the forth season to begin in November of this year. 

I'm highly surprised by this as creator Paul Scheuring previously stated that in no way shape or form the the series have enough bite and storylines to continue past the third season. I think season 3 has taken a while to get off the ground. No word yet on the storlines or main plot. I'm assuming the forth season will be still getting out of Panama or even worse a whole new scenario for the Prison Break lads.

New Eva Bebe Pictures

Check out the new stunning pics from Eva Longoria-Parkers Bebe Sport Summer Campaign Shoot. 

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Richest Celebs

A US magazine has published how much some of our favourite stars earnt last year. Sow who's pockets are the richest?

• Oprah $329 million
• Steven Spielberg $139 million
• 50 Cent $42 million
• Mary-Kate Olsen $21.5 million
• Ryan Seacrest $15 million
• Katherine Heigl $14 million
• Scarlett Johannson $6.3 million

Of course these are only a few we all know Madge is the highest paid female artist. But no surprise again media mogul Oprah tops the number one spot again!

Duff Denies Lohan Rivalry

Mega tween star Hillary Duff has denied reports that she and Lindsay Lohan do not get on. Back when the stars were 13 Duff was accused by Lohan publicly for stealing her then boyfriend pop star Aaron Carter. Duff said "She was talking about it and I wasn't. It made us both look bad and put up a big weirdness. Really, she was just a girl my age. We are fine now, by the way."

Usher's New CD Cover

American R&B singer Usher is set to release his new album 'Here I Stand' in the next few months. After the massive success of his single 'Love In This Club' The cover art for the album surfaced on the net today! What do you think?

Fox Confirms 'X-Files' New Movie Title

A decade after the first "X-Files" movie the sequal has today been given an official title by mega-studio 20th Century Fox. The new film is to be titled 'X-Files: Do You Believe?'. 

The Chris Carter cult TV show's original film grossed more than $189.2 million at the worldwide box office. The new film will be released July 25th. David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson will re-team to play iconic characters Mulder and Dana Scully.

Carter is directing from a script he co-wrote with Frank Spotnitz.

Jessica Gibson: Lowe Accuser's Photo Shoot

After the claims that Rob Lowe's seven year nanny Jessica Simpson is suing the actor for sexual harassment she has done a photo shoot with People Magazine, check out the snap below from people.com. What do you think? Is she telling the truth? Or milking it for all she's worth?

The Journey Ends For Kristy Lee Cook

American Idol hopeful Kristy Lee Cook has been eliminated from the competition. The night of Mariah Carey songs where Kristy performed 'Forever' American fans have decided to send her home. Leaving six idols left to battle it out for the title. Check out her performance below.

As sad as it is to see someone go home, I think almost everyone could see this one coming, eventually. 

Cynthia Nixon's Secret Breast Cancer Battle

'Sex And The City Movie' actress Cynthia Nixon has spoken out for the first time about her secret battle with breast cancer two years ago.

The actress told 'Good Morning America' on Tuesday that she had a lumpectomy followed by six and a half weeks of radiation. 

Nixon kept her condition a secret scheduling her surgery on a Sunday to avoid missing her performances on off-broadway play "The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie" 

"I Didn't really want to make it public, while I was going through it. I didn't want the paps at the hospital" she told GMA. She also admitted she was "scared". 

It's a brave thing for her to come out now and talk about it, I'm sure it will help others who are dealing with it to talk about it. I'm also sure girlfriend of four years Christina Marinoni was there to help her through it. 

Leona Lewis To Break Records?

U.K's  'Better In Time' singer Leona Lewis is set to break a record this week. If her debut album 'Spirit' reaches number 1 on the billboard albums chart she will be the first British female artist to ever debut an album at the number 1 spot in US charts. Producers Clive Davis and Simon Cowell will be laughing all the way to the bank.

Congrats to the singer. Her single 'Bleeding Love' was the first number 1 single from a British singer/act since 1987's 'You Keep Me Hanging On' cover of the Supremes by Kim Wilde.

It's thought that 'Spirit' has sold 205, 000 copies the most from a female artist since Carrie Underwood's 2005 release of 'Some Hearts' which sold 314, 500 copies in it's first week.

Rob Lowe Sued For Sexual Harassment By Nanny

Brothers & Sisters actor Rob Lowe is being sued for sexual harassment by his former nanny. Nanny, Jessica Gibson 24, is claiming Lowe exposed himself and 'touched' her in an inappropriate manner. Gibson worked for Rob and his wife Sheryl over a seven year period. 

On Rob's side he is claiming the nanny told the Lowe family if they didn't pay her $1.5 million dollars she would take "false" claims to the courts. 

Story developing ... 

Madonna To Perform On The Internet LIVE!

Pop superstar Madonna must be feeling the heat from Mariah latest accomplishments. The '4 Minutes' hit-maker has confirmed she'll play a one-off show at New York's Roseland Ballroom on April 30th. And best of all the gig will be broadcast live to U.S viewers on MSN.com. It will later be re-broadcast on May 15th for the rest of the world. 'Hard Candy' hits stores on April 29th.  

Cate Blanchett Gives Birth To A Boy

Academy Award Winning actress Cate Blanchett has given birth to her third child. A boy, named Ignatius Martin Upton, with her husband (playwright) Andrew Upton. The 38 year old actress already had two boys Dashiell (6) and Roman (3). The Aviator star is doing well and so is the baby her reps say. She has a few weeks to savour with her new bub then she'll be promoting her upcoming film Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull.

Duffy & Estelle Top U.K Charts

'Soul singer' Estelle and our last week's 'Introducing Artist' Duffy have topped the U.K charts. Estelle's new single 'American Boy' featuring rapper Kanye West off her album 'Shine' is for the third week in a row the number one single. Duffy's debut album 'Rockferry' has again reached the number one album spot. The interesting point here is that Estelle spoke out against Duffy saying "You can't tell me that you can redefine soul music as Duffy and Adele because I didn't grow up (with it) and I don't identify with it". Duffy recently responded with MTV UK saying "I don't wanna stand as a definition of soul music and I don't think I ever will but there is influence of that in my music". Congrats to both, I felt they both deserve success.