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GARY SINISE, JOE MANTEGNA, B.B. KING and DIANNE WIEST are among the stars who will pay tribute to America’s troops and veterans at an upcoming Memorial Day concert.
Sinise and Mantegna will co-host the 2011 National Memorial Day Concert on the Capitol grounds in Washington, D.C. to honour men and women in uniform and their families.
Blues star King, American Idol winner Kris Allen and classical singer Hayley Westenra are expected to perform with the National Symphony Orchestra, while actors Forest Whitaker and Jason Ritter are also scheduled to appear.
A special opening segment will commemorate those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and celebrate the heroism of New York City’s firemen and policemen who helped in the tragedy.
The programme will be broadcast live on 29 May (11) - a day before the U.S. celebrates Memorial Day on 30 May (11).

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PENELOPE CRUZ has opened up about motherhood for the first time, admitting she changed "immediately" after giving birth to a baby boy earlier this year (11).
The Vicky Cristina Barcelona actress and her husband Javier Bardem welcomed their first child, a son rumoured to be called Leo, in January (11).
Cruz is relishing her new role as mother, calling it a "beautiful feeling" - and insists parenthood has already had a profound effect on her.
She tells Britain’s Daily Mirror, "Being a mother changes you immediately. It’s hard to explain because it’s so deep. But it’s the most beautiful feeling I have ever had." The Oscar-winning star is now scaling back her work commitments to focus on her family, adding, "Working as hard as I did is not for me any more. I was exhausted and had nothing to give. You have to live your life to be able to tell other stories. I’m happy I made that decision. I’ve always measured the success of my work by the experience I had, not by how many awards I got. I hope it will stay like that for me."

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RIHANNA has sparked a backlash in Britain after TV censors ruled her S&M video is too racy for daytime viewers.
The promo caused controversy earlier this year (11) with its raunchy imagery as the singer appeared semi-naked, tying a man to a bed, and suggestively sucking a banana.
Bosses at the WTF TV channel aired the clip during a morning slot, prompting a viewer to complain to TV watchdog committee Ofcom that it was "completely unsuitable for daytime broadcast".
Ofcom chiefs ruled the promo "clearly and repeatedly focused on sex, bondage and sadomasochistic sexual practices as a theme" and that certain scenes "could have potentially dangerous consequences if imitated by children".
Now they are calling a meeting with several top TV executives to discuss their policies on racy music videos.
A statement from Ofcom reads, "We will… be requesting that broadcasters who transmit such programming attend a meeting at Ofcom to discuss the compliance of such material.
"(We will) shortly be issuing new guidance about the acceptability of material in music videos broadcast before the watershed."

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DAME HELEN MIRREN came face-to-face with the real-life QUEEN ELIZABETH II on Monday night (09May11) during a charity event at Buckingham Palace in London.
The veteran actress won an Oscar for her portrayal of Britain’s monarch in 2006 movie The Queen, and they came together for a second time at a reception in the British capital to celebrate young people in the performing arts.
Mirren, who previously met the ruler at Britain’s Royal Ascot racecourse in 2008, wasn’t the only celebrity guest in attendance - Welsh singer Duffy, rapper Goldie and actress Sheila Hancock also appeared at the gala hosted by the Queen and her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

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REESE WITHERSPOON’s mystery foot injury has been revealed - she is sporting a cast after twisting her ankle.
The Legally Blonde star sent gossips into a spin on Sunday (08May11) after she was spotted attending a Mother’s Day church service - with new husband Jim Toth and her kids, Ava and Deacon - in California wearing a soft cast on her left foot.
Witherspoon’s representative has now spoken out to assure fans about the star’s health, telling People.com, "She twisted her ankle and is in a walking cast temporarily. Nothing serious."

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CHER stunned her son CHAZ BONO by referring to him by his new name before his appearance on the OPRAH WINFREY SHOW.
The transgender star admits his mother continues to struggle with aspects of his sex change - but calling him Chaz in a text he received before his appearance on the Oprah show was a big breakthrough.
On the show, which aired in America on Monday (09May11), Bono said, "The hard thing for my mom is because she is a public figure and because she has this personality of kind of being so cool about stuff and progressive, people forget that she’s a parent.
"A lot of parents never speak to their transgender kids again; that’s not the case in my family. There’s no doubt about her love for me.
"She’s getting better and better. She sent me a text this morning and it was really nice… She wrote in her text today ‘Chaz’, so that was really huge. She’s moving in the right direction."

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Transgender celebrity CHAZ BONO is better in bed now he is a man, according to his longtime girlfriend.
Speaking out about their romance on Monday’s (09May11) Oprah Winfrey Show, Cher’s son Bono and his partner Jenny Elia admitted there have been post sex-change challenges, but neither considered leaving the other - and Elia revealed the sex is better.
Asked if sex is different with Chaz the man, Elia said, "Yes, absolutely. It’s better, I have to say… Mentally and emotionally, he is more alive." Bono has had his breasts removed and testosterone shots have made him feel more manly - and his voice has dropped to a lower register. But he has no plans to undergo a penis implant.

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BLUR star ALEX JAMES has helped a homeless man in Britain turn his life around after taking him in for a new U.K. TV show.
The rocker invited Danny Newton to stay at his farm in Oxfordshire, England as part the ITV network’s Home Is Where The Heart Is.
Newton carried out jobs on James’ rural property before using his skills to land a job as a chef - and James is proud he stepped in to help.
He tells Britain’s The Sun, "For years I had lived next door to a hostel for homeless people in London. Sometimes I gave them 20 quid (pounds) but I never quite felt I was doing the right thing.
"When Dan arrived he was overwhelmed by his problems and didn’t know what he wanted to do. But he seemed prepared to try.
"I became a sergeant major, drilling Dan and making sure he took exercise and improved his diet. In a very short time, a huge change came over him. It was obvious he was interested in food. At any opportunity, he’d cook for people. So I got him a shift at a local restaurant. I shudder to think what might have happened if not for the TV series but he’s doing brilliantly." Newton adds, "He (James) made me feel welcome. He spotted I was happiest when cooking. I’d not thought of working with food as I didn’t want to turn something I enjoyed into a chore. Now I wouldn’t do anything else." The series debuts in Britain on Tuesday (10May11).

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GLEE producer ADAM ANDERS is nurturing young talent by launching his own record label.
Anders, who serves as executive music producer on the hit musical series, has already signed three artists - Disney star Shane Harper, Zac Poor and singer Ben Burgess - to Anders Music Records.
Anders plans to snap up older stars for the label as well.
He tells Reuters, "We are here to develop artists. I’m 35 and I tend to gravitate towards younger artists. But if the singer is 30 and the music’s great, I’ll consider it."

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Fans of SNOW PATROL could be facing a long wait before the band’s next album - singer/songwriter GARY LIGHTBODY is suffering writer’s block.
The group is busy working on a follow-up to 2008’s A Hundred Million Suns, but Lightbody is finding it hard thinking up lyrics for their latest tunes.
He tells British radio station XFM, "I’ve been having some trouble writing words, little bit of writer’s block, but the music is flowing." However, the star is pleased with the band’s new tracks so far: "There are four or five songs that are sounding like singles. Whether they’re hits or not is up to the public but they are sounding like things I would hear on the radio."

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British soul star ADELE’s ex-boyfriend demanded a slice of the royalties from her chart-topping album 21 after learning several of the tracks were inspired by their break-up.
The Chasing Pavements hitmaker poured her emotions into her music after splitting from her unnamed partner and the melancholy record has sold millions of copies around the world since hitting shelves earlier this year (11).
Adele was subsequently stunned when her former lover contacted her and asked about receiving a payment from her earnings.
She tells Britain’s The Sun, "For about a week he was calling and was deadly serious about it. Finally, I said, ‘Well, you made my life hell, so I lived it and now I deserve it.’ "He really thought he’d had some input into the creative process by being a p**ck. I’ll give him this credit - he made me an adult and put me on the road that I’m travelling."

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British actor RAY WINSTONE found it tough working with daughter JAIME in new movie ELFIE HOPKINS because he constantly worried about how the young star was feeling about the experience.
The famous father and daughter have teamed up onscreen for the first time in the movie - and dad admits it was a challenge for him.
He tells London’s Evening Standard, "Usually, I turn up on set and I just worry about what I am going to do. But with your own children, you worry more about them and want them to be the best. I had to get over that quickly and let Jaime get on with it." Jaime adds, "It was great. I was very scared, obviously, but it actually felt more normal than ever. He is a professional so (that) helped me through, but we also had a laugh."

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Actor RICHARD E. GRANT is seeking out moviemaking talent for a contest to find a fitting film to launch the London Olympics next year (12).
The Withnail and I star has teamed up with chef Heston Blumenthal and artist Tracey Emin to hunt for talented people as part of the British Airways Great Britons Programme.
Grant is on the look out for a scriptwriter to pen a short film, which will be shown on all BA flights after it premieres at the opening of the 2012 games.
He tells Britain’s OK! TV, "This is an incredible opportunity that BA have set out. They’ve got Heston Blumenthal creating a menu for people on BA and I’ve been asked to find a script writer, to make a short film that will be shown on all BA flights next year and in the pre-ceremony opening for the Olympics, so it’s an incredible platform to flush out and find new talent."

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ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER has split from wife MARIA SHRIVER after 25 years of marriage.
Shriver, who wed the movie star-turned-politician in 1986, moved out of their Brentwood, California home a few weeks ago, according to the Los Angeles Times - and the former couple has confirmed they are living separate lives.
However, Schwarzenegger and his wife insist they are committed to parenting their four children together and are working "on the future" of their relationship.
In a statement, they say, "This has been a time of great personal and professional transition for each of us. After a great deal of thought, reflection, discussion and prayer, we came to this decision together. At this time, we are living apart while we work on the future of our relationship.
"We are continuing to parent our four children together. They are the light and the center of both of our lives. We consider this a private matter and neither we nor any of our friends or family will have further comment. We ask for compassion and respect from the media and the public."

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Actress CHARLIZE THERON had a royal encounter at the weekend when she met PRINCE HARRY at a charity polo match in England.
The British royal showed off his sporting skills on Sunday (08May11) by taking part in the Audi Challenge Polo Cup at Coworth Park, Ascot. The 26 year old played for team Sentebale, named after the children’s charity he founded in Lesotho, as they faced off against team Audi.
Monster actress Theron was among the onlookers cheering on the players, and she was snapped enjoying a brief chat with the Prince during a break in the match.
The pair is sure to have had a lot to talk about - the South African star shares a love of philanthropy with Harry and established her own foundation to help stop the spread of HIV in Africa.

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PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN star JOHNNY DEPP is to reteam with his ON STRANGER TIDES director ROB MARSHALL to remake classic 1930s thriller THE THIN MAN.
Marshall and his production partner John DeLuca have officially signed on for the planned remake, which the filmmaker will direct. Depp is attached to star in the project. He’ll also co-produce.
The director says, "John and I are overjoyed at the idea of working with Johnny again, especially on such a classy and classic project… We are looking forward to working with Warner Brothers to create a reinvention of a beloved story." The original 1934 film starred William Powell and Myrna Loy.

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KELLY OSBOURNE has penned a Mother’s Day tribute to her mum SHARON and posted it online.
The Papa Don’t Preach singer took off to Las Vegas to spend America’s Mother’s Day (08May11) with the rock matriarch - and during the quality time, she posted her song I Love You More Than Life Itself on YouTube.com.
The song, which opens with the lyrics, "You never said that you were perfect/But you always are to me/Loving you was always worth it/Because you’ve seen so much in me", is accompanied by images of the Osbourne mother and daughter together.

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Country music star SHANIA TWAIN’s vocal problems became so bad following the break-up of her marriage to producer MUTT LANGE, she couldn’t even sing in the shower.
The You’re The One hitmaker admits she lost the ability to express herself after discovering her husband was romancing her best friend the day after he served her with divorce papers.
In the debut of her new TV series Why Not?, which aired in America on Sunday night (08May11), she says, "I came to the realisation that I had lost my ability to express myself and my ability to sing.
"It physically will not come out of my voice… I couldn’t even sing to myself, I couldn’t sing in the shower.
"It wasn’t one crisis that did it; it’s just been a very progressive thing… What if I can never sing again?" The new show chronicled Twain’s efforts to get her singing voice back. The programme’s blurb reads: "In the summer of 2010, Shania started a journey to heal herself, inspire others, and find her voice." On the show, Twain assembles a group made up of family and friends to help inspire her as she plucks up the courage to get back onstage. The group includes her cousin Kenny, who taught the singer to play guitar, her sister Carrie-Ann and her longtime bandmate Cory Churko.

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