Saturday, February 2, 2008
Spice Girls cancel their world tour 'after both the Mels quit
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The Spice Girls have cancelled their world tour after just two months of performances and two continents amid reports of poor ticket sales.
So far, they have performed in the UK, Canada, the US and in Madrid and Cologne in Europe.
But instead of playing dates in Australia, Argentina, and China the five will finish the reunion tour in Toronto on February 26.
However, despite citing family commitments as their reason for cutting the tour short, sources close to the group say the two Mels did not want to continue.
After they were presented with a new tour schedule the friend said to the Daily Mirror: "Mel B wasn't having any of it. She misses her husband and children and said she couldn't go on. She's also been flooded with US offers after her success on Dancing With Stars.
"Mel C agreed it was time to call it a day. She was the least excited about it. She also feared it might jeopardise her solo career."
Officially, a spokesman for the girls said: "Sadly the tour needs to come to an end by the end of February due to family and personal commitments for Emma, Geri, Mel B, Melanie C and Victoria.
"It was announced in June that, as well as the Europe and the US, the girls planned to visit Australia, China, South Africa and Argentina.
"Due to the phenomenal demand for tickets in the UK and the US along with the touring logistics for such a massive production it was not possible to fit everything in.
"As the girls return to normal family life and the kids go back to school they are reviewing all the options. Who knows what the future might bring."
The Spice Girls said: "We've had such an amazing time over the last three months.
"It's been incredible being back together and seeing our fans again.
"We want to thank everyone who came to see us. It was all so mad the first time round, so we've really been able to appreciate it properly this time.
"There have been so many highlights and good times that we know it will be hard to be apart after Toronto.
"Really sorry if we didn't get to see you this time round. We all have other commitments in our lives now but who knows what will happen next."
The tour was originally meant to last until June but the dates in Cape Town, Buenos Aires, Beijing and Sydney were first cancelled apparently so the group could play extra nights in London. They had not been rescheduled.
The spokesman told the Mail then: "The plan is for these dates to happen."
But last night the spokesman admitted: "The decision came out of America. The girls want to get back to their families - it's not about lack of demand.
"Sorry - we appear to have been duped."
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So far, they have performed in the UK, Canada, the US and in Madrid and Cologne in Europe.
But instead of playing dates in Australia, Argentina, and China the five will finish the reunion tour in Toronto on February 26.
Mel B and Mel C are said to be fed up of the reunion tour
In the run up to the tour Victoria reportedly tried to eat more to deal with the group's dance regime
However, despite citing family commitments as their reason for cutting the tour short, sources close to the group say the two Mels did not want to continue.
After they were presented with a new tour schedule the friend said to the Daily Mirror: "Mel B wasn't having any of it. She misses her husband and children and said she couldn't go on. She's also been flooded with US offers after her success on Dancing With Stars.
"Mel C agreed it was time to call it a day. She was the least excited about it. She also feared it might jeopardise her solo career."
Officially, a spokesman for the girls said: "Sadly the tour needs to come to an end by the end of February due to family and personal commitments for Emma, Geri, Mel B, Melanie C and Victoria.
The groups stuck loosely to the characters they had when they first formed: Ginger, Sporty, Baby, Posh and Scary
"It was announced in June that, as well as the Europe and the US, the girls planned to visit Australia, China, South Africa and Argentina.
"Due to the phenomenal demand for tickets in the UK and the US along with the touring logistics for such a massive production it was not possible to fit everything in.
Sparkling: The Spice Girls' London shows were sold-out show in London
"As the girls return to normal family life and the kids go back to school they are reviewing all the options. Who knows what the future might bring."
The Spice Girls said: "We've had such an amazing time over the last three months.
"It's been incredible being back together and seeing our fans again.
"We want to thank everyone who came to see us. It was all so mad the first time round, so we've really been able to appreciate it properly this time.
The Spice Girls will be dissapointing fans in three continents by cancelling the rest of their tour dates
"There have been so many highlights and good times that we know it will be hard to be apart after Toronto.
"Really sorry if we didn't get to see you this time round. We all have other commitments in our lives now but who knows what will happen next."
The tour was originally meant to last until June but the dates in Cape Town, Buenos Aires, Beijing and Sydney were first cancelled apparently so the group could play extra nights in London. They had not been rescheduled.
The spokesman told the Mail then: "The plan is for these dates to happen."
But last night the spokesman admitted: "The decision came out of America. The girls want to get back to their families - it's not about lack of demand.
"Sorry - we appear to have been duped."
Jessica Alba looks stunning as she shows off her baby bump for the first time
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Actress Jessica Alba glowed as she showed off her growing baby bump for the first time.
At the Los Angeles premiere of her film The Eye, the starlet who is expecting her first child in the spring with producer fiance Cash Warren looked stunning in a flowing navy blue gown and black heels.
Both she the soon-to-be father looked in good health and delighted to be showing off the actress's blooming form.
Talking about the new film on the red carpet the star said: "I just thought it was a really interesting story, a grown woman who is independent and blind has a corneal transplant, gains the ability to see and then starts taking on these bizarre psychic abilities. I just thought it was a great premise."
She admitted she is taking things easier ahead of giving birth: "I was taking this time off anyway so it's kind of perfect. I'm feeling great but you get a little more tired because all the blood's going to the tummy."
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At the Los Angeles premiere of her film The Eye, the starlet who is expecting her first child in the spring with producer fiance Cash Warren looked stunning in a flowing navy blue gown and black heels.
Both she the soon-to-be father looked in good health and delighted to be showing off the actress's blooming form.
Showing off her bump for the first time Jessica Alba looked stunning at the Los Angeles premiere of her new film
With boyfriend and soon-to-be proud father Cash Warren at the same event
Talking about the new film on the red carpet the star said: "I just thought it was a really interesting story, a grown woman who is independent and blind has a corneal transplant, gains the ability to see and then starts taking on these bizarre psychic abilities. I just thought it was a great premise."
She admitted she is taking things easier ahead of giving birth: "I was taking this time off anyway so it's kind of perfect. I'm feeling great but you get a little more tired because all the blood's going to the tummy."
Friday, February 1, 2008
Night at the opera for glamorous Dita von Teese
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Burlesque star Dita von Teese embodied old Hollywood glamour last night as she emerged on the red carpet at Vienna's Opera Ball in a dazzling silver gown.
The performer's dramatic one-shoulder dress stole the spotlight, with her flawless alabaster skin, lashings of red lipstick and sparkling jewels completing the look.
Desperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher also attended the event, turning heads in a strapless chocolate-coloured confection.
Von Teese attended the event as a guest of Austrian real estate and construction mogul Richard Lugner, 75, who has been escorted to the ball by a female celebrity every year since 1992.
Former guests have included Paris Hilton, Carmen Electra, Sarah Ferguson, Sophie Loren, Andie MacDowell and Pamela Anderson.
While the star, who split from rocker Marilyn Manson last year, walked the red carpet alone, she's not short on male admirers.
Earlier this month, Entourage star Jeremy Piven as a sales assistant to help him choose two black satin, sequined mini-dresses from a boutique for von Teese in a bid to woo her over, according to reports.
While his spokesperson told the New York Post's Page Six the pair are "not dating," von Teese's lawyer, Keith Fink, reveals Piven coyly said hello to her when he ran into her at an LA newsstand right before he purchased the dresses.
Said Fink: "She is single, and she's not dating, so he should step up to the plate because there's a lot of guys interested."
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The performer's dramatic one-shoulder dress stole the spotlight, with her flawless alabaster skin, lashings of red lipstick and sparkling jewels completing the look.
Dazzling: Dita Von Teese turned heads in a striking silver gown at Vienna's Opera Ball last night
Desperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher also attended the event, turning heads in a strapless chocolate-coloured confection.
Von Teese attended the event as a guest of Austrian real estate and construction mogul Richard Lugner, 75, who has been escorted to the ball by a female celebrity every year since 1992.
VIP: the star was a guest of Austrian mogul Richard Lugner
Former guests have included Paris Hilton, Carmen Electra, Sarah Ferguson, Sophie Loren, Andie MacDowell and Pamela Anderson.
While the star, who split from rocker Marilyn Manson last year, walked the red carpet alone, she's not short on male admirers.
Fabulous housewife: actress Teri Hatcher also attended the gala
Earlier this month, Entourage star Jeremy Piven as a sales assistant to help him choose two black satin, sequined mini-dresses from a boutique for von Teese in a bid to woo her over, according to reports.
While his spokesperson told the New York Post's Page Six the pair are "not dating," von Teese's lawyer, Keith Fink, reveals Piven coyly said hello to her when he ran into her at an LA newsstand right before he purchased the dresses.
Said Fink: "She is single, and she's not dating, so he should step up to the plate because there's a lot of guys interested."
A song and dance: debutantes at the Opera Ball
Kinky boots Chantelle finally beats Jordan at her own game
As Jordan is set to hang her party shoes up for good, it looks as though Big Brother's Chantelle Houghton has picked up where the former wildchild left off.
Leaving little to the imagination, Chantelle, who has made no secret of her admiration for Jordan, was pictured in a PVC black corset and thigh-high red boots to promote the launch of the London Motorcycle Show on Thursday.
After months of copying Jordan's style and persona, the ex-Celebrity Big Brother contestant has finally managed to outdo her at her own game, adopting a set of Jordan-like poses that would put even the glamour model to shame.
With streaked hair, revealing outfit and of course, recently enlarged breasts, Chantelle has completed the copycat look leaving little doubt as to who she looks to for style tips.
Chantelle has already spent £4,000 on boosting her cleavage from a 32B to a bountiful 32DD, and now there's speculation she's also had collagen pumped in her lips.
The former Paris Hilton look alike lined up for plastic surgery following her split from Ordinary Boys frontman Preston last year.
Chantelle has said: "I love Jordan and what she's done in her life. I hope to achieve the same."
But Jordan, real name Katie Price, is now shying away from her famous look, replacing her brassy blonde hair with subtle brunette locks.
She also had a breast reduction in Los Angeles just before Christmas, going from a huge 32FF to a far more reasonable 32D.
She is also rumoured to have had a nose job during the stay.
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Leaving little to the imagination, Chantelle, who has made no secret of her admiration for Jordan, was pictured in a PVC black corset and thigh-high red boots to promote the launch of the London Motorcycle Show on Thursday.
After months of copying Jordan's style and persona, the ex-Celebrity Big Brother contestant has finally managed to outdo her at her own game, adopting a set of Jordan-like poses that would put even the glamour model to shame.
Copycat: Chantelle with a PVC outfit and sexy pose at the MCN London Motorcycle Show in London on Thursday (left) taking style tips from her inspiration Jordan, pictured in similar thigh-high boots (right)
With streaked hair, revealing outfit and of course, recently enlarged breasts, Chantelle has completed the copycat look leaving little doubt as to who she looks to for style tips.
Chantelle has already spent £4,000 on boosting her cleavage from a 32B to a bountiful 32DD, and now there's speculation she's also had collagen pumped in her lips.
The former Paris Hilton look alike lined up for plastic surgery following her split from Ordinary Boys frontman Preston last year.
Corset twins: Jordan (left) and Chantelle like to leave little to the imaginiation
Chantelle has said: "I love Jordan and what she's done in her life. I hope to achieve the same."
But Jordan, real name Katie Price, is now shying away from her famous look, replacing her brassy blonde hair with subtle brunette locks.
She also had a breast reduction in Los Angeles just before Christmas, going from a huge 32FF to a far more reasonable 32D.
She is also rumoured to have had a nose job during the stay.
Chantelle does Jordan...better than Jordan
Chantelle arrives at the show, with an umbrella almost as skimpy as her oufit
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