LANCE BASS ENJOYS BEING SINGLE

Former couple Lance Bass and Reichen Lehmkuhl

Former ‘N SYNC star LANCE BASS is enjoying the single life since splitting with reality television star REICHEN LEHMKUHL in January. Singer Bass - who ‘came out’ as a homosexual last year - is relishing his new found independence following the break up. He says, "I’m in such a great place. I’m so happy I’m myself again… "It’s nice to be able to just date, because I had never been on a date in my life."

DAVID BECKHAM HAS DEATH THREATS !

Sexy David Beckham hires ultra security !

David Beckham's security will be tightened to protect him from death threats when he moves to Los Angeles. Concerns that the soccer star - who moves Stateside in the summer after signing a deal with Los Angeles Galaxy - could become a target for criminals have resulted in heightened safety precautions. A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "Security is the Beckhams' top priority. They'll cut absolutely no corners on this subject. Only the best will do, and then some. "Los Angeles Galaxy have paid a lot of money for David. They will do everything to protect their asset." David's new bosses are taking steps to ensure the stadium where he is will be ultra-secure. Metal detectors are being installed at every entrance. David and wife Victoria, who have three sons, have reportedly hired a top security team to prepare for their new life in the US. The family will have round-the-clock protection from a team of minders - which include former CIA operatives. And their new home will be kitted out with 'fortress-style' locks and alarms.

GISELE BUNDCHEN GAINS 15 POUNDS !

Gisele Bundchen has put on 15 lbs since giving up smoking. The Brazilian supermodel says she is enjoying food so much more since kicking her habit. She revealed: "When you stop smoking you gain weight because food tastes better than when it tasted like an ashtray." It was recently claimed the beauty was pregnant with American footballer Tom Brady's baby after she was seen with what appeared to be a baby bump. While her family were quick to deny the claims, Gisele - who previously dated actor Leonardo DiCaprio - has made no secret of her desire to have children soon. She revealed: "Everybody is different, but for me, having a family will be my greatest achievement. "When you have a family that you can raise the way your parents raised you then I think you have succeeded. I have that dream. "I don't know when it's going to happen. Everything in life has to be planned. I'm very old-fashioned. I believe in being married and going to your husband and saying, 'Let's have a kid'."

KIM BASSINGER HIRES SECURITY TO KEEP EX HUSBAND ALEC BALDWIN AWAY

Kim Bassinger is protecting herself !

Kim Basinger has reportedly hired round-the-clock protection to keep ex-husband Alec Baldwin from their 11-year-old daughter.According to the New York Post, the Oscar-winning actress stepped up security around her Los Angeles home after Baldwin called daughter Ireland a "rude, thoughtless little pig" during a recorded telephone conversation.The actor has since apologized publicly and in private to his daughter after the conversion was leaked on the Internet. A friend of Baldwin's tells the Post, "This is a desperate plea for sympathy when the only danger to the child is inside her own home."What kind of parent leaks a voicemail that causes her daughter significant embarrassment and unneeded attention?"Baldwin has been barred from seeing his daughter until a May 4 court date.His spokesman says, "Alec truly cares about the best interests of his daughter."In related news, Baldwin is taking legal action to find out who leaked the rant to TMZ.com. Baldwin has filed Order to Show Cause papers in Los Angeles Superior Court, to find out why his ex-wife Kim Basinger and her lawyers should not be held in contempt.The papers, filed by Baldwin's lawyer Vicki Greene, state: "Petitioner (Basinger) is the only parent with custody, possession and control of the minor child's telephone voicemail message that was dissemination to (TMZ.com founder) Harvey Levin and TMZ.com. "I do not know how Mr. Levin received any information about the court proceeding that was closed to the public, but again, it had to come from someone connected to the proceeding, and it was not me."TMZ.com is refusing to comment on how it obtained the recording.

SPICE GIRL HAS MESSAGE FOR EX LOVER EDDIE MURPHY ON BABY CLAIMS !

Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown has urged her ex-boyfriend Eddie Murphy to "be responsible" and publicly acknowledge he is the father of her three-week old baby.Brown gave birth to Angel Iris Murphy Brown on April 3 in Santa Monica, Calif., five months after she ended her six-month relationship with the "Dreamgirls" actor.The singer claims Murphy became aware of her pregnancy while they were still together and was "over the moon."She tells Britain's OK! magazine, "We had talked about having a family and getting married. We started talking about whether we should buy a house together, where we could be alone together."Brown insists Murphy was a loving boyfriend and excited about the baby when she flew to her native England to visit her mother last December, but when she returned Murphy had ended their relationship and was denying paternity of the baby.Brown explains, "I came to see my mom for a few days as I wanted to see her in person. Then I got a flight home, landed and there is a whole sea of photographers. There were people shouting about a DNA test."I was in complete shock. I tried to call Eddie and couldn't get through. Then I got through and he said he would call me back and that was it. He never called back. I literally couldn't understand what was happening."While Brown was flying home to Los Angeles, Murphy appeared on the Dutch TV show "RTL Boulevard," saying, "I don't know whose child that is, until it comes out and has a blood test."She laments, "I was shocked and then I felt a bit disgusted. I don't feel humiliated. I think the only person who has humiliated themselves is Eddie."If he wants to do a DNA test, then do it. Step up to the plate and be responsible. I have no doubt that this is Eddie's baby."I'm not registering her birth without her dad."

KATIE HOLMES WANTS TO ENROLL SURI INTO CATHOLICISM CLASSES

Suri Cruise

Katie Holmes reportedly wants to enroll daughter Suri into "kiddie Catholicism" classes - even though husband Tom Cruise is a devout Scientologist. The actress, who was raised a Catholic, gave up her religion and embraced the bizarre sci-fi cult when she met in Tom in 2005. But Katie has now allegedly been secretly talking to pastors about her child's upbringing, and wants to enrol one-year-old Suri into some classes when she is older to learn about the faith, according to Life and Style magazine. After meeting Tom it was reported the 28-year-old actress had broke off ties with her old friends in Ohio, while her relationship with the actor allegedly caused a rift with her parents. Sources claim Katie - who is currently in Louisiana shooting new movie 'Mad Money' - has got back in touch with her childhood pals to "quietly reclaim parts of her past". She reportedly phoned Meghann Birie, a close school friend who she has not seen in almost two years. A source said: "She wanted to speak to someone not in Camp Cruise. Katie told Meghann she can't believe she abandoned her old life." It has also been claimed that Katie plans to visit her hometown of Toledo with Suri this summer and has invited her parents, Kathy and Martin, to the 'Mad Money' film set. A family friend revealed: "She's trying to make amends with her family."

DESPERATE JESSIE METCALFE DUMPED

Jesse Metcalfe has been dumped by girlfriend Nadine Coyle after he was caught sharing a passionate embrace with another girl. The Girls Aloud singer was furious after seeing photographs of the 'Desperate Housewives' actor cuddling a mystery brunette in Los Angeles while she was working in Britain. Nadine, who stuck by Jesse as he battled alcohol addiction during his recent stint in rehab, decided she would not tolerate his actions and called off their romance. She told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "It's over between me and Jesse. I'm not the kind of girl to put up with nonsense like that. "I'm disappointed, but what can I do? There's no point hanging on when it gets to this stage." Last month, it was claimed Jesse was ready to propose to Nadine, after dating her for just over a year. A source close to the couple said at the time: "They're completely in love. Their romance was sealed after Nadine spent time with Jesse in Los Angeles recently. "They are so happy together, despite living on different sides of the world. They have learnt to deal with a transatlantic love affair very well. Marriage is the next step."The couple began dating last February after meeting while in Australia.

LIZA MINNELLI 'S DIVORCE FROM WIERDO DAVID GEST COMES TO END !

David Gest Liza Minnelli Michael Jackson Elizabeth Taylor

Singing legend Liza Minnelli and David Gest's long-running divorce battle with finally come to an end this week.The singer, 61, and music producer, 53, married in a star-studded wedding in New York City in March 2002, which included Michael Jackson as best man, Dame Elizabeth Taylor as Matron of Honor and Mia Farrow, Esther Williams, Mya, Petula Clark, Chaka Khan and Janet Leigh among the 17 bridesmaids.The couple split in July 2003 after 16 months of marriage and in October that year, Gest filed a $10 million lawsuit against the star, claiming she had physically abused him during their relationship.Minnelli soon responded with her own $2 million lawsuit, claiming Gest had stolen from her.The divorce case was delayed until the legal battles were resolved and in January, Gest's lawyer confirmed the couple had reached an "amicable resolution" over their lawsuits.Gest tells British magazine OK!, "A New York judge will grant an official divorce for the couple this week.He says, "I only wish her well. I have no bad feelings any more, we're divorced as of this week."I'm really happy and content now and I only wish her those same feelings."Gest has recently found love again with English actress Malandra Burrows, 41.

BRAD PITT AND ANGELINA JOLIE PUBLICISTS JOIN TO DENY SPLIT !

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie still together !

Angelina Jolie and boyfriend Brad Pitt's publicists have joined forces to angrily deny tabloid reports the pair is close to splitting up after agreeing to a trial separation. Jolie's manager Geyer Kosinski tells Usmagazine.com, "They are together and very happy," while Pitt's publicist, Cindy Guagenti, blasts, "I responded to those tabloids with the correct information and they choose not to run it."Guagenti adds, "There is absolutely no trial separation." Guagenti continues, "As a matter of fact, Brad and the kids are traveling to Prague to be with Angelina while she films her (new) movie. Then they are both going to Cannes to promote 'Ocean's 13' and 'A Mighty Heart.' "After that, the whole family is going to Los Angeles for the premiere of 'Ocean's 13' and then to New York for the premiere of a 'Mighty Heart.'"

MARCIA CROSS WAS TERRIFIED OF TWINS

Marcia Cross was "terrified" when she discovered she was having twins. The 'Desperate Housewives' actress - who gave birth to twin daughters earlier this year - was shocked when an ultra sound scan revealed she was expecting two babies. Marcia told Hello magazine: "I was absolutely terrified! Now if course, it's just like I won the lottery because I have two daughters and it's really just fantastic."Eden and Savannah were born at a Los Angeles hospital on February 20.Marcia, 45, openly admitted she and her husband Tom Mahoney used IVF treatment to help them conceive. She added: "Many women delay motherhood these days. I feel very fortunate to have become a mother in my 40s. "That's why I don't want to put out any fantasy that you can just do that forever and then just pop out twins."Marcia - who married Tom last year - was put on bed rest a month before the birth as a precuationary measure, due to the strain of the extra weight she was carrying.The flame-haired actress continued to shoot scenes for 'Desperate Housewives' after producers set up cameras in her home and filmed there for two days.

NICK LACHEY AND VANESSA MINNILLO ARE MOVING IN TOGETHER

Nick Lachey will have more than a headache !

Nick Lachey and new partner Vanessa Minnillo are moving in together, it has been reported. Pretty Vanessa is said to be moving from New York to Los Angeles to join Nick in his Beverly Hills home, reports the New York Post newspaper. The 26-year-old brunette has set her sights on pursuing a career as an actress, and hopes a move to Los Angeles will open some doors for her in Hollywood.Vanessa, a former MTV presenter, currently works as the New York correspondent for US TV show 'Entertainment Tonight'. Nick and Vanessa began dating shortly after Nick's divorce from Jessica Simpson was finalised in June last year.Nick, 22, dated singer-and-actress Jessica for four years before they tied the knot in October 2002.The couple starred in their own MTV reality show 'Newlyweds', before announcing their split in November 2005.'Blonde Ambition' star Jessica, 26 - who recently became a brunette - is currently dating US singer John Mayer.

EVA LONGORIA HAS BRIDAL SHOWER

Eva Longoria not desperate anymore !

Eva Longoria's 'Desperate Housewives' co-stars have thrown her a bridal shower. The 32-year-old actress - who will marry basketball star Tony Parker on July 7 - partied with castmates Teri Hatcher, Marcia Cross and Nicollette Sheridan at Felicity Huffman's Los Angeles home on Sunday. Eva, who looked stunning in a fawn Badgley Mischka dress and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, judged a competition where unmarried guests made wedding gowns out of toilet paper. Teri - who plays Susan Mayers in the hit US TV show - was crowned champion after creating a tissue tiara and dress adorned with pink roses. The shower - which was held in Felicity's garden - included a sit-down lunch, where the pink and brown tables were decorated with pink house centrepieces. Guests helped themselves to a salad bar with shrimp, chicken, salmon and cheeses, along with white wine and martinis. They were then treated to chocolate chip cookies, brownies and white chocolate pastries. Felicity had asked guests to give Eva and Tony gifts for each room of their house. Brenda Strong, who plays Mary Alice Young on the show, said: "I got the living room so I got Eva this really beautiful imported mirror." When Felicity was asked what she gift she had given Eva, she joked: "I'm giving her this damn shower. I don't have to get her a present as well, do I?"

MADONNA IN MALAWI WITH DAUGHTER

Madonna arrived in Malawi without husband Guy Ritchie yesterday. The singer - who travelled with daughter Lourdes and adopted son David - has been reportedly rowing with Guy about her plans to adopt again. The director was expected to join his wife, but stayed in London to look after their six-year-old son Rocco. Friends of the couple say the 48-year-old singer made a series of "tearful phone calls" begging Guy to be with her when 18-month-old David is reunited with his father today. A source told Britain's Daily Mail newspaper: "Madonna was furious, telling him to reschedule his work commitments because family comes first. But Guy wouldn't budge. He thought the trip had disaster written all over it. They were both very hurt over the way their adoption was criticised and Guy thought it was too soon to be going back with a film crew." It is alleged the couple have been arguing since David's adoption, and tensions increased when Madonna spoke to Guy about adopting again. The source added: "Guy went ballistic. He thinks they must spend more time going through the process. Madonna thinks his attitude is unsupportive." Madonna - wearing sunglasses, a wide Panama hat and combat trousers - and 10-year-old Lourdes visited a farm project in one of the country's poorest areas yesterday. They spent two hours chatting to hundreds of villagers at Millennium Garden - which teaches people how to grow their own food. The pair were shown around the irrigation system and Lourdes challenged local children to a water fight. Madonna and Lourdes were presented with flowers and bracelets, before driving back to Kimbala Lodge. Madonna is expected to stay in Malawi for a week and will visit several orphanages, sparking reports she is to adopt again. Her spokeswoman has denied the claims, insisting she is helping to establish a new health care centre.

KYLIE MINOQUE DATING SCOTTISH DJ ?

Kylie Minoque on tour !

Kylie Minogue is reportedly dating a Scottish DJ. The 38-year-old singer is said to have grown close to Calvin Harris, who is producing her new album, and they have been on a series of dates. A source told Britain's News of the World newspaper: "Kylie and Calvin have spent loads of time together working on the album. They've struck up a very close friendship and are now an item. Kylie has had a tough time but has finally found happiness with Calvin. "Kylie is a real fighter and has really bounced back from her heartache. She's excited about the new album and meeting Calvin is the icing on the cake. He always makes her laugh and they're a lovely couple." Calvin, who recently had a top 10 hit in the British charts with 'Acceptable in the 80s', is said to be smitten with the Australian star. Kylie's representative has denied the pair are dating. The news comes just two months after Kylie's well documented break-up with French actor Olivier Martinez. Kylie - who battled breast cancer in 2005 - dated Olivier for four years, but their relationship was constantly tested by rumors of the actor's infidelity.

REPORT: ANGELINA JOLIE'S LACK OF AFFECTION FOR DAUGHTER SHILOH

Angelina Jolie Brad Pitt and family

Angelina Jolie's lack of affection for daughter Shiloh reportedly "tore Brad Pitt's heart out". The couple's friends are said to be concerned that Angelina neglects Shiloh and favors her adopted children - five-year-old Cambodian son Maddox, three-year-old Vietnamese son Pax and two-year-old Ethiopian daughter Zahara. A source told Life and Style Weekly magazine: "Angie never rocks Shiloh to sleep or feeds her, and Brad's the one who gets up in the middle of the night with her." It has also been claimed Pitt was left "stunned" when Jolie refused to hold her daughter just days after her recent return from Vietnam with newly adopted son Pax, telling him "she's fine with you". The source added: "That practically tore Brad's heart out. Angie doesn't change Shiloh's diapers or hold her when she cries. One time Shiloh was having a tantrum and Angie just told Brad to quiet her down because she was upsetting the other kids."The reports come just weeks after Jolie said she "feels more" for her adopted children because they are less privileged than her biological daughter.
Sorry, I don't believe this source ! She seems like a great mother to us, and we would say !

SPICE GIRL MEL B. GETS DNA TEST TO PROVE EDDIE MURPHY IS THE FATHER OF HER BABY

Eddie Murphy and Spice girls Mel B.

Mel B was "distraught" after her new baby underwent a DNA test to prove Eddie Murphy is the father. The former Spice Girl was reportedly devastated when ex-lover Eddie failed to get in touch after she gave birth to Fortuna Daphne Bay nearly two weeks ago. The procedure for the paternity test is now underway and Mel is determined to prove her daughter's parentage. A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: "She is distraught that her baby has been subjected to the DNA-testing procedure. "She can't believe it's come to this and that Eddie hasn't just admitted the child is his. "This last week should have been an incredible time for Mel, but it's been emotionally overwhelming and she's been constantly in tears. The DNA test was the last straw and she's gearing up to fight back. She's a strong-willed woman and will fight to the end." Earlier this week, Mel, 31, named Eddie as the father on Fortuna's birth certificate and has hired a top lawyer in preparation for a lengthy court battle. Mel enjoyed a whirlwind romance with Eddie before it ended abruptly late last year. The 'Dreamgirls' actor began dating producer Tracey Edmonds shortly after the split and claimed in an interview on Dutch TV he didn't know who the baby belonged to. A source said: "Eddie and Fortuna look very much alike and Mel wants to let everyone know that Eddie has to take his responsibilities as a father seriously."

HALLE BERRY DETERMINED TO GET PREGNANT THIS YEAR !

Halle Berry with her superhunk Gabriel Aubry

Halle Berry has set herself a deadline to get pregnant by the end of the year. The 'Perfect Stranger' actress, who is dating 31-year-old model Gabriel Aubry, is aware her biological clock is ticking and is determined to conceive in 2007. Halle, 40, said: "Having children is my next big project. I'm planning on becoming pregnant by the end of the year - it's my age, it's only natural." The Oscar-winning star insists she and Gabriel are prepared to adopt if their baby-making attempts don't work. She added: "If it can't happen naturally, Gabriel and I will adopt." Halle has made no secret of her desire to have a baby in the past, and had vowed to get pregnant before she turned 40 last August. She told US chat show host Oprah Winfrey: "If there's no serious man in my life when I get to that age, whoever I'm dating at the time, I'll say, 'Hey, would you like to have a baby?' " Halle even contemplated artificial insemination before she started dating Gabriel. She said last year: "It looks like the only option I have left is to head for the sperm bank! I've been so desperately unlucky in love and that has thwarted my desire for motherhood. It's so frustrating. I really yearn for a child and I can't wait much longer."