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Jordin Sparks, the winner of American Idol, is a “normal” teenager with a crush on actor Brad Pitt.

Jordin Sparks revealed her crush and she said, “He’s just really cute.”

The 17-year-old American Idol winner hastened to note that she doesn’t know the actor who recently starred in the film “Ocean’s Thirteen.”

According to a report, Jordin Sparks took part in a teleconference in which she was asked about everything from her favorite star to what she thought her earning potential might be.

The American Idol winner replied, “I don’t know. I’m just looking forward to doing the best that I can do. I’m just a normal, quirky 17-year-old.”

The recent skinny and veiny appearance of Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie forced an American magazine to doctor her photograph.

According to a report, the latest issue of In Touch magazine features Angelina Jolie on the red carpet at Cannes, showing her typically veiny arm looking silky-smooth.

Richard Spencer, editor-in-chief of In Touch, revealed, “You’re right, we softened those veins. The arm was very, very veiny.”

Meanwhile Angelina Jolie has also admitted that she is excessively thin and slim.

Photographs from the ongoing Cannes film festival showed Angelina Jolie looking slimmer than ever.

Some sources have estimated “The Good Shepherd” actress weight at 109 pounds.

Angelina Jolie revealed, “If I could snap my fingers and put on 15 pounds I’d be so happy. Especially if it all went to the right place.”

Cameron Diaz, who voiced Princess Fiona, revealed that Fiona is a modern update of the classic fairy tale princess.

The 34-year-old actress, who was in Taiwan to promote the latest installment of the movie franchise, revealed, Fiona understands that “if you want something to happen, you have to go out and do it yourself.”

In the movie, Fiona got unexpected help from Snow White, Cinderella, Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty. Cameron Diaz said, “These are the princesses we grew up on. We get to keep our princesses, and we get to modernize them.”

Justin Timberlake is the one who voices the future King Arthur. Cameron Diaz described Timberlake’s performance as “hilarious.” The actress added, “I think he’s great in the film. He’s so gifted.”

Cameron Diaz and Jeffrey Katzenberg, chief executive of DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc., are on a three-week tour to promote the movie in more than 10 cities in Asia and Europe. Their next stop is China.

Brad Pitt declares being a dad is the best thing that has ever happened to him. The star of the film “Ocean’s Thirteen” has spoken of his joy at being a parent.

The actor revealed, “The first scan is mind-blowing. I love being a dad - it’s the best thing that ever happened to me.”

It is not the first time Brad has expressed his parenthood happiness. The actor expressed recently that having kids as his greatest achievement. The actor revealed, “You know, you can write a book, you can make a movie, you can draw, paint a painting, but having kids is really the most extraordinary thing I’ve ever taken on.”

Brad Pitt also joked that he and Matt Damon spent most of their time on set discussing their kids.

Johnny Depp had previously been known for his strange performances in art-house favorite films such as Edward Scissorhands, Benny & Joon, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape?, and Ed Wood. The actor has revealed in an interview that Pirates of the Caribbean “did a big flip for my career.”

The 43-year-old actor described himself as “the guy who had been bouncing around the film industry for years and years and I’d been lucky if five or 10 people would see my movies.”

Johnny Depp pointed out that producers had shied away from casting him in a major film because he wasn’t “Blockbuster Boy.”

The actor reveled that he decided to take the original Pirates movie, which most entertainment writers had initially regarded as merely a promotion for Disney’s theme-park ride, out of “pure instinct. He said, “I didn’t know it was going to be such a huge hit.” He added that he regards himself as “the luckiest guy in the world to have had such a great experience.”

Simon Cowell, one of the judges of “American Idol”, has advised the troubled pop singer Britney Spears to take some time out and go home to Louisiana – to save her career.

The British music mogul is convinced that Britney will find a way of reviving her career after motherhood, marriage and rehab. It is because she’s “still one of the most talked about pop stars on the planet.” But Simon Cowell insists she needs some serious down time with her family and friends in Kentwood, so she can re-connect with the star she was when she last hit the top of the charts.

Simon Cowell revealed, “She can’t handle the tension and the pressure. Lock the door, don’t go out with your stupid friends, have some home-cooked food, get a sense of reality. Go lie in the garden, OK?” He added, “And then say to yourself, `There’s more good in my life than bad. I’m still a rich, talented girl - now I want to get my career back on track.’ End of story.’ ”

Jessica Alba begged director Tim Story to make her Fantastic Four character Susan Storm more “ugly” in the superhero sequel.

The actress reprises her role as the invisible heroine in the upcoming Fantastic Four: Rise Of The Silver Surfer, which shows in the cinemas next month.

Jessica Alba recently admitted that she is bored of being typecast in pretty roles and wanted to look more unattractive on screen.

According to the speculation, Jessica Alba said, “I think the beauty thing can sometimes get in the way. We’ve discussed it at length. She has this thing; she says, ‘Tim, make me ugly! Put dirt on me! Do something!’ and I’m like, ‘OK, Jessica, maybe not in this film…’ “She’s such a talent, but sometimes it’s hard for people to look past that. Yet I think she is really starting to turn that around.”

The estranged father of Lindsay Lohan is urging the actress to return to rehab and dump the people who are dragging her down. Michael Lohan, who became an ordained pastor during a recent jail stint, has begged his daughter to take her sobriety seriously after spotting grainy tabloid photographs of the star allegedly snorting cocaine in a Los Angeles hotel toilet.

The 20-year-old actress recently spent a stint in rehab after she was publicly criticized for her partying ways, but her father is far from convinced the actress means business.

Her father revealed, “I think that Lindsay needs to find a place where God is paramount in her life. If that place is rehab, so be it.”

Michael Lohan, who is also a recovering alcoholic, insisted that his daughter should clean up and ditch her so-called friends. He added, “The people around her are a negative influence.”

Victoria Beckham, also known as Posh Spice, was left red-faced after being stopped by Los Angeles traffic police.

The former member of Spice Girl was stopped by two motorcycle cops outside a Beverly Hills shopping complex for making an illegal right turn in her blacked-out Cadillac Escalade.

An embarrassed-looking Victoria presented her British driving license and insurance details to one officer. She was sent on her way without a ticket and with instructions to apply for a Californian driver’s license.

Victoria then drove straight to the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles where she registered her 4×4 car and began the application process to obtain a U.S. license.

Prince William and his younger brother Prince Harry have revealed plans to host a banquet in the royal suite overlooking Wembley for kids battling illness.

The event is scheduled to take place on the eve of the July 1 Concert For Diana. And the group of eight to 16-year-olds will meet the princes and they will sit in on rehearsals by a list of legendary artists like Elton John and Rod Stewart.

A Clarence House spokesperson revealed, “[Prince] William and [Prince] Harry wanted to hold this lunch to celebrate the work of two very important organizations and meet some of the remarkable children.” It is a fitting start to the celebrations of the late Princess’ life as Diana was feted worldwide for her work with young people.

Criss Angel, a magician, has broken his silence over his newfound friendship with Cameron Diaz, declaring the actress is “amazing.” Criss Angel and Cameron Diaz were romantically linked earlier this month when they were spotted partying and dining together in Las Vegas.

Spectators at Sin City claimed that the couple had been kissing, but the pair has refused to clarify the nature of their relationship.

Criss Angel revealed, “Cam is an amazing person. I’m so honored to be able to call her my friend.”

As for their relationship, a close source revealed, “I don’t know how to classify them. But she is using the word ‘we’ to mean her and Criss.”

The pair is also spotted in Cirque du Soleil show, where one witness revealed, “They were snuggling with each other and he was making her laugh.”

Angelina Jolie, the star of the film “The Good Shepherd”, steers clear of tabloid newspapers and magazines because she has no interest in reading false stories about herself and partner Brad Pitt. The actress makes a point of avoiding any publication speculating about her private life.

The 31-year-old actress revealed, “I know there’s a cycle of certain things that they keep rewriting, and I can assume there’s things made up, but no I haven’t a clue. And why would I? There’s nothing I have to hide or defend. I’m going to live my life and there’s times people are going to want to attack me, and I don’t know why, but they will and it’s OK. There are other things I’m more concerned about.”

Prince Harry may still see active service in Sierra Leone. The decision to send the 22-year-old prince to the West African nation is apparently being mooted to stop him becoming bitter over barrack life in London and Windsor. A military source revealed, “There is a real job to do in Sierra Leone and he could say that he has done his duty.”

A source close to Prince Harry revealed, “[Prince] Harry does reluctantly understand why the decision has been made, but he is desperate to ensure he sees active service on the front line at some point in the future. He is much prouder and pluckier than people give him credit for.”

If the Sierra Leone plan falls through, Army bosses are understood to be keen to find something else for the prince to do apart from his regular duties. A senior defence source revealed, “The obvious option is parachute training. But there is a miscellany of courses for him to do – anything from fire officer to health and safety to accounts.”

It seems Prince William and Kate Middleton will be making a joint trip to church all, when they attend the nuptials of Kate’s cousin.

Prince William is apparently due to accompany Kate Middleton to the July 21 ceremony. A friend revealed, “Kate and William will be going to the event together. The plan for the day was agreed before they split up and William is determined he will still go with Kate. He wants to honor that commitment.”

Spending the day together shouldn’t be awkward for the former couple. According to the source, They “still speak all the time and are on very good terms”.

According to a report, the former couple intends to enjoy a holiday together at the Prince’s cottage on the Balmoral estate in August.

Drew Barrymore, the star of “Music and Lyrics”, threw a prom-themed birthday bash for her best friend Nancy Juvonen.

The actress, who missed her own high school prom, hosted the glitzy party at her Los Angeles home earlier this week, and guests including Courtney Love, former talk show host Ricki Lake and comic star Kathy Griffin.

Guests were treated to prom-style photos upon their arrival, before moving into the main room where classic ’80s movie “Sixteen Candles” was played on a loop and some of the decade’s hit records were blasted out in the background.

A source said, “Everyone was dressed in cheesy tuxes and gowns. It was hilarious and outrageous.”

Jessica Alba, who recently topped F.H.M. magazine’s annual 100 Sexiest Women in the World poll, has laughed off her sex siren status.

The star of the film “Into The Blue” revealed, “People think of me as just a sexy girl but I’m really goofy - super goofy!”

Jessica Alba also revealed she was an early developer which led to her landing sexy parts from a young age.

The 26-year-old actress explained “I had womanly curves at a young age. Usually kid actors are a few years older than the roles they play. I was two or three years younger.”

Johnny Depp says kissing Keira Knightley was “awkward”. It is because she is so much younger than him.

The two stars shared a kiss in “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest.” Johnny Depp found it difficult to kiss Keira Knightley because of the big age gap between the two stars.

The actor revealed, “The smooches are always so awkward, especially because Keira and I have never been in that kind of situation together. She’s, like, three and I’m a thousand!” The actor added, “We’ve known each other for a few years and suddenly it was, ‘Are you ready for this?’ And you just do it. It becomes more like a stunt in a way. She was a great sport about it.”

Keira Knightley has previously said that she begged their director to add the kissing scene between Captain Jack Sparrow and her character Elizabeth Swann.

The actress revealed, “I was saying, ‘Give me one kiss, just give me one kiss’.” The actress added, “I got it and it was good, really good.”

Nicole Richie, a star of “The Simple Life”, has hit out at claims she is in rehab fighting anorexia and a lethal addiction to painkillers. The star insisted that she is enjoying life at home.

There is a speculation that Nicole Richie, who is the adopted daughter of singing legend Lionel, had entered the Beau Monde facility in Laguna Beach seeking treatment for an eating disorder and substance abuse surfaced last week.

But her spokesman denied the claims, saying she is in fact at her home in Glendale, California. The representative revealed that Nicole Richie recently visited her therapist, but her recovery is “an ongoing process” and she is “completely sober”.