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Bobbi Kristina Brown cries over Whitney's award

Music Gossip

21 May 2012

Whitney Houston's daughter broke down in tears as she accepted an award for her late mother. Bobbi Kristina Brown said she felt "blessed" to have been part of the 'I Will Always Love You' hitmaker's life and thanked people for supporting her family…

Pink accuses Chris Brown of miming

Music Gossip

21 May 2012

Pink has accused Chris Brown of miming at the Billboard awards. The singer was not impressed by the younger star's rendition of 'Turn up the Music' at the show last night (20.05.12), as she didn't think he was performing live. She tweeted: "One…

Kelly Rowland confirms X Factor exit

TV Gossip

30 Apr 2012

Kelly Rowland has confirmed she will not be returning to 'The X Factor'. The 'Down for Whatever' hitmaker - who made her debut on the ITV singing contest last year - claimed she "loved" taking part in 2011, but would not be able to come back for a…

Katy Perry wanted for X Factor

TV Gossip

27 Apr 2012

Katy Perry is wanted to be a judge on 'The X Factor'. The 'Part of Me' singer is being pursued by Simon Cowell and bosses to replace Kelly Rowland on the panel who is not returning for another series after failing to "connect with the…

Adele leads Billboard Music award nominations

Music Gossip

20 Apr 2012

Adele is up for 18 Billboard Music awards. The 'Someone Like You' hitmaker leads the nominations with her huge haul which includes Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist while her single 'Rolling In The Deep' is a contender in…

Katy Perry always honest with lyrics

Music Gossip

21 Mar 2012

Katy Perry always wants her lyrics to be honest, "no matter how much it hurts." The 'Firework' hitmaker - who split from husband Russell Brand in December - promises fans she will always tell the truth on her records, and finds going into the studio…

Katy Perry and Rihanna waiting for greatness

Music Gossip

19 Mar 2012

Katy Perry's collaboration with Rihanna is taking so long because "you have to wait for greatness." The 'Part of Me' singer has planned to record a song with her friend for a long time, but it is taking time because they are searching for the right…

Katy Perry has enough ideas for two albums

Music Gossip

6 Mar 2012

Katy Perry and has enough ideas to record two new albums. The 'Firework' hitmaker - currently dealing with the heartbreak of the end of her 14 month marriage to Russell Brand in December - is feeling "very inspired" as she plans to go back into the…

Katy Perry refused to lie about new single

Music Gossip

5 Mar 2012

Katy Perry was told to lie and say her new single is about Russell Brand, but refused. The singer ended her 14-month marriage to the British comedian in December last year, and was horrified when it was suggested her latest track, 'Part Of Me'…

TOWIE fan Duchess Catherine

TV Gossip

16 Feb 2012

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, is a fan of 'The Only Way Is Essex'. The 30-year-old royal - who is married to second in line to the throne Prince William - confessed her secret love of the ITV2 reality show while visiting Alder Hey Children's…

Paul McCartney receives star-studded honour

Music Gossip

13 Feb 2012

Coldplay, Katy Perry and Foo Fighters were among the stars who honoured Sir Paul McCartney as he was named MusiCares Person of the Year gala. The 69-year-old former Beatles rocker and other guests were treated to two hours of performers, putting…

Katy Perry using Downton Abbey to get over split

TV Gossip

24 Jan 2012

Katy Perry is "obsessed" with 'Downton Abbey'. The 'One That Got Away' hitmaker - who was handed divorce papers by husband Russell Brand at the end of December - is reportedly using the ITV1 period drama to get over her own love split, as she "really…

Joan Collins: Ego splits Hollywood stars

Celebrity Gossip

14 Jan 2012

Joan Collins blames ego for many Hollywood splits. The 'Dynasty' star was not surprised that Russell Brand and Katy Perry recently announced their 14-month marriage is to end because she thinks famous people in relationships with one another can find…

Russell Brand struggles not to crave womanising days

Celebrity Gossip

7 Jan 2012

Russell Brand admits he finds it hard not to "cherish and crave" his time as a womaniser. The ex-sex and drug addict comedian filed for divorce from singer Katy Perry after 14 months of marriage on December 30, and in an interview recorded shortly…

Katy Perry writing lyrics about Russell

Music Gossip

5 Jan 2012

Katy Perry has been writing about her split from husband Russell Brand for her next album. The 'Firework' hitmaker split from the British comedian after 14 months of marriage at the end of December, and has been channelling her heartbreak into…

Russell Brand and Katy split ahead of worst week for marriages

TV Gossip

4 Jan 2012

Russell Brand and Katy Perry split up ahead of the worst week of the year for marriages. The 'Arthur' star and the 'Firework' singer - who announced their plans to divorce on Friday (30.12.11) - are among the first of what is expected to be a huge…

Ellie Goulding blown away by Katy Perry's shows

Music Gossip

1 Dec 2011

Ellie Goulding was "blown away" by Katy Perry's shows. The British singer was the support act on the 'Firework' hitmaker's US leg of her 'California Dreams' tour and admits she was in awe of the performance Katy puts on every night. She said: "I…

Katy Perry taught Marina Diamandis

Music Gossip

26 Nov 2011

Marina Diamandis learnt a lot from Katy Perry. The Marina and the Diamonds star recently toured with the 'E.T.' hitmaker and says the support slot allowed her the chance to understand more about huge stage productions. She said: "I think I relate…

Taylor Swift's triple win at AMAs

Music Gossip

21 Nov 2011

Taylor Swift took home three accolades at the American Music Awards (AMAs) last night (20.11.11). The 'Love Story' hitmaker - who was named Entertainer of The Year at the Country Music Awards earlier this month - won the major Artist of the Year…

Katy Perry set to lose producer

Music Gossip

9 Nov 2011

Katy Perry is set to stop working with producer Dr. Luke. The pop star and the studio wizard worked together on her hit album 'Teenage Dream' - which contained several chart-topping hits, including 'California Gurls', 'E.T.' and 'Last Friday Night'…

Katy Perry rejected X Factor guest judge slot

TV Gossip

2 Nov 2011

Katy Perry turned down the guest judge slot on last weekend's 'X Factor'. The 'Last Friday Night' hitmaker explained while she would have "loved to" appear on the show as a stand-in for Kelly Rowland - who was struck down with a mystery throat…

Adele leads AMA nominations

Music Gossip

12 Oct 2011

Adele leads the American Music Awards (AMAs) with four nominations. The 'Rolling in the Deep' singer is in the running for Artist of the Year, Best Rock and Pop Female Artist and Best Album for her second record '21' at the ceremony, one of the…

Jessie J pulls out of Katy Perry tour

Music Gossip

20 Sep 2011

Jessie J was reduced to tears after she was forced to pull out of supporting Katy Perry on tour. The 'Price Tag' singer had been due to join Katy for five shows on the US leg of her 'California Dreams' tour in November, but has had to cancel because…

Lady Gaga leads MTV EMA nominations

Music Gossip

19 Sep 2011

Lady Gaga leads the nominations for the 2011 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) with six nods. The 'Edge Of Glory' hitmaker - who bagged five awards at last year's event - is up for Best Female, Best Live Act, Best Pop Act, as well as the Biggest Fans…

Katy Perry to perform on X Factor

TV Gossip

16 Sep 2011

Katy Perry is to perform on 'The X Factor'. The 26-year-old singer was a guest judge on last year's series and also showcased her single 'Firework' with a live performance on the ITV1 talent show and she is keen to return, especially because husband…

Lady Gaga and Katy Perry banned in China

Music Gossip

24 Aug 2011

Lady Gaga, Backstreet Boys, and Katy Perry songs have all been banned in China. The Asian country's ministry of culture has deemed 100 tracks by artists unsuitable for its citizens telling websites selling and streaming them both legally and…

Katy Perry thanks fans for chart record

Music Gossip

18 Aug 2011

Katy Perry says she "owes" fans after equalling a US chart record. The 26-year-old singer thanks fans after her latest song 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)' topped the Billboard Hot 100, making it the fifth track from her 'Teenage Dream' one album to…

Lady Gaga and Katy Perry set for Britney tribute

Music Gossip

17 Aug 2011

Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato and Katy Perry will pay tribute to Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). Several female singers will take part in a medley of the 'Gimme More' singer's hits in a special celebration of her career at the ceremony…

Katy Perry leans VMA nominations

Music Gossip

21 Jul 2011

Katy Perry leads the nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), scoring nods in nine categories. The 26-year-old singer saw four of her tracks nominated for awards, with 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)' up for Best Pop Video, 'Teenage Dream' up…

Katy Perry 'excited' over VMA nominations

Music Gossip

21 Jul 2011

Katy Perry felt like she had woken up on Christmas Day when she discovered she had received nine MTV Video Music Awards nominations. The 'California Gurls' singer is up for more prizes than any other artist and she still can't quite believe how many…

N-Dubz writing for Katy Perry

Music Gossip

3 Jun 2011

N-Dubz' Fazer is writing tracks for Katy Perry. The 'Strong Again' hip-hop group's producer is hoping to branch out into the pop world, and write a huge hit for the US 'Firework' star. N-Dubz singer Dappy told the Daily Star newspaper: "Fazer…

Katy Perry prays for each show

Music Gossip

1 Jun 2011

Katy Perry always says a prayer before she goes onstage. The 'Firework' singer is on her 'California Dreams' world tour and before stage time she always gets together with her stage crew to say a prayer to make the show go well. She explained to…

Jonathan Ross planning show with Katy Perry

TV Gossip

17 May 2011

Jonathan Ross is planning a TV show with Katy Perry. The 50-year-old presenter - who has children Betty, 19, Harvey, 16, and Honey, 13, with wife Jane Goldman - is close friends with the pop star's husband Russell Brand and is currently working on…

Katy Perry gives Jessie J career advice

Music Gossip

16 May 2011

Katy Perry gave Jessie J career counselling when they recently met. 'Price Tag' singer Jessie met the US star in Australia last week, where she asked her how best to deal with her sudden rise to fame. She told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "It's…

Katy Perry - SECC, Glasgow, Tue 5 Apr

The pop princess delights the crowd in Glasgow

20 Apr 2011

SECC, Glasgow, Tue 5 Apr It was a big disappointment to discover in the days following this show that America’s most full-of-attitude pop princess who isn’t Lady Gaga had been using a crib sheet to get all her local references right. Of course she…

Katy Perry proud of 'substantial' songs

Music Gossip

6 Apr 2011

Katy Perry is proud of her "substantial" lyrics. The 25-year-old singer said although there is a fun side to her songs - such as the tongue-in-cheek 'I Kissed a Girl' - she is glad to have also penned more meaningful tracks, such as…

Katy Perry stole beat from the Mafia

Music Gossip

1 Apr 2011

Katy Perry admits the beat for 'E.T' was written for a rap group. The 'Teenage Dream' singer said the idea for the song came from her producers "accidentally" playing her a beat they had designed for southern US hip hop group Three 6 Mafia. She…

Calvin Harris and Katy Perry fall out

Music Gossip

29 Mar 2011

Katy Perry fell out with Calvin Harris after he pulled out of her tour. The 'Firework' singer posted an upset message on twitter to confirm the Scottish dance musician will not appear as planned at the UK and Ireland dates of her 'California Dreams…

Katy Perry: Deconstructed

We take a look at some of this chart-topping monster’s vital signs ahead of her gig in Glasgow

21 Mar 2011

45% Killer pop hooks There is surely no doubt in anyone’s mind about Katy Perry’s innate ability to cobble together relentlessly catchy choruses. From the sapphic pop tendencies of ‘I Kissed a Girl’, the punchy pace of ‘Hot n Cold’ or stadium-sized…

Russell Brand signs up for Piers Morgan's Life Stories

TV Gossip

17 Mar 2011

Russell Brand has signed up to appear on 'Piers Morgan's Life Stories'. The 35-year-old comedian - who is married to pop princess Katy Perry - will appear on the ITV1 chat show when it returns to screens later this spring, but is reportedly…

Lady Gaga and Katy Perry urge fans to donate to Japan

Music Gossip

14 Mar 2011

Lady Gaga has designed a wristband to raise money for victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The Asian country has suffered widespread devastation to its north eastern island as a result of the 9.0 magnitude earthquake and after affects on…

Snoop Dogg made Katy Perry's 'California Gurls' a hit

Music Gossip

2 Mar 2011

Snoop Dogg appeared on Katy Perry's 'California Gurls' because she is a "bad bitch". The 'Sensual Seduction' rapper worked with the risque pop star because he likes her attitude, and insists his input to the track - which became a number one single…

Katy Perry promises 'sweet and shocking' tour

Music Gossip

27 Jan 2011

Katy Perry's forthcoming 'California Dreams Tour' will be "sweet and shocking". The 'Firework' hitmaker is performing 95 shows in her world tour, and plans to "raise the bar" with her performances incorporating songs from her first two albums.

Katy Perry loves skipping

Celebrity Gossip

22 Jan 2011

Katy Perry keeps fit by skipping. The 26-year-old singer enjoys five 25-minute workouts every week with personal trainer Harley Pasternak, who says her brief workouts are better for keeping her trim in the long term. Harley said: "It's an intense…

Eminem gets 10 Grammy nominations

Music Gossip

2 Dec 2010

Eminem leads the 2011 Grammy nominations, with nods in 10 categories. The 'Not Afraid' rapper is in the running for some of the most prestigious prizes at the annual ceremony, including Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Record Of The…

Katy Perry would put family before career

Celebrity Gossip

28 Nov 2010

Katy Perry's children will take priority over her music career when she becomes a mother. The pop star wants to focus on her family when she and husband Russell Brand - who she wed in India in October - decide to have a baby and she insists she will…

Katy Perry still nervous in front of large crowds

Music Gossip

16 Nov 2010

Katy Perry still gets nervous performing in front of large crowds. Despite being one of the world's most successful female singers, the 25-year-old star admits she is sometimes overcome with nerves and says her stage fright was the reason behind a…

Katy Perry admits X Factor jokes

TV Gossip

15 Nov 2010

Katy Perry has admitted some 'X Factor' contestants are chosen for people to laugh at. The 'Firework' singer - who was a guest judge during the audition stages of this year's competition - insists the panelists would rather just see good singers who…

Rihanna's honeymoon gift for Katy and Russell

Celebrity Gossip

13 Nov 2010

Rihanna has splashed out on a second honeymoon for Katy Perry and Russell Brand. The 'Only Girl (In The World)' hitmaker is so upset she missed the couple's wedding in India last month due to work commitments that she has apologised by arranging a…

Katy Perry loves firework people

Music Gossip

10 Nov 2010

Katy Perry thinks everyone can be a firework. The pop star has released an empowering video to accompany her new single 'Firework', featuring real people standing up to their detractors and she said the song is about people "being the best version…

Rihanna and Katy Perry duet

Music Gossip

2 Nov 2010

Rihanna and Katy Perry have recorded a track together. The singers were rumoured to have collaborated for a track on Rihanna's forthcoming album 'Loud'; however, while they have been in the studio, the results are yet to be released, according to…

Katy Perry announces 'California Dream' tour

Music Gossip

11 Oct 2010

Katy Perry has announced her 'California Dream' world tour, her largest to date. The 'California Gurls' hitmaker is set to kick off the dates in Lisbon, Portugal, next spring before heading across mainland Europe and the UK before heading further…

Katy Perry laughs with Russell

Celebrity Gossip

10 Oct 2010

Katy Perry thinks her fiance Russell Brand is the "funniest man in the world". The 'I Kissed a Girl' beauty - who is set to wed the British comedian in the next few weeks - admits Russell is "brilliant" and never fails to make her laugh. She said…

Ladies dominate MTV EMAs

Music Gossip

20 Sep 2010

Lady Gaga and Katy Perry lead nominations for the MTV European Music Awards (EMAs). Both singers are in the running to win five categories and go head to head with each other and 'Russian Roulette' singer Rihanna in three of them: Best Pop, Best…

Katy Perry praises amazing Cheryl

Celebrity Gossip

4 Sep 2010

Katy Perry wants to sleep with Cheryl Cole. The 'Teenage Dream' hitmaker - who was recently a guest judge alongside the Girls Aloud singer, Louis Walsh and Simon Cowell on 'The X Factor' - is in awe of the 'Fight for This Love' hitmaker and would…

Katy Perry teenage dreaming of home

Music Gossip

20 Aug 2010

Katy Perry had to return to her hometown in order to write 'Teenage Dream' The US singer felt she needed to get back to her roots to write the title track from her second album, so returned to her home town of Santa Barbara, California, away from…

Katy Perry blasts record label

Music Gossip

14 Aug 2010

Katy Perry thinks the people working for her record label are "idiots". The 'California Gurls' singer - who shot to fame after scoring a worldwide number one hit with 'I Kissed A Girl' - revealed her record company didn't take kindly to a track on…

Katy Perry gets Beach Boys bother

Music Gossip

6 Aug 2010

Katy Perry is in trouble for using a lyric made famous by The Beach Boys. The 25-year-old singer used the phrase "I wish they all could be California Girls" in her single 'California Gurls' - a tribute to the band's hit 'California Girls' - but now…

Katy Perry's meaty music

Music Gossip

1 Aug 2010

Katy Perry wants to wear a "bacon bikini". The chart-topping singer - who is set to wed vegetarian British comedian Russell Brand later this year - is planning an album about meat after singing about fruit, sweets and cakes on her previous LPs.

Elephant woman Katy Perry

Music Gossip

4 Jul 2010

Katy Perry believes Russell Brand loves her because she is a "strong elephant" woman. The 'California Gurls' singer claims the British funnyman has met his match in her and he is impressed by her feisty personality. She said: "He's an extremist…

Katy Perry Snoops out Snoop

Music Gossip

29 Jun 2010

Katy Perry decided to collaborate with Snoop Dogg because of an internet search. The pop singer - who is currently engaged to British funnyman Russell Brand - thought the rapper would be the best person to work with on her latest hit 'California…

Katy Perry will release album teasers

Music Gossip

21 Jun 2010

Katy Perry has promised fans more singles before her album is released. The 'California Gurls' singer wants to keep supporters interested in her music because the release of her LP, `Teenage Dream', on August 24 is such a long way off. Speaking to…

Katy Perry fulfills dream

Music Gossip

14 Jun 2010

Katy Perry called her album 'Teenage Dream' in tribute to her youthful ambitions. The 'California Gurls' singer picked the title because it is a reminder of her own hopes as a teenager and also because she wrote the track which gives its name to the…

Katy Perry loves 'California Gurls'

Music Gossip

5 May 2010

Katy Perry's next single will be called 'California Gurls'. The 'Waking Up In Vegas' singer is releasing her second album this summer, and Katy wrote the first single - which is rumoured to feature rapper Snoop Dogg - in response to the Jay-Z and…

Katy Perry dumping junk

Celebrity Gossip

1 May 2010

Katy Perry is cutting out junk food before her big day. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is set to exchange vows with fiance Russell Brand in October - has yet to find the perfect wedding dress for their intimate ceremony, but is already cutting…

Katy Perry makes ABBA album

Music Gossip

23 Apr 2010

Katy Perry's new album has been inspired by ABBA and The Cardigans. The 'Hot N Cold' hitmaker - whose second album is due to be released in the summer - gave songwriter Lukasz 'Dr. Luke' Gottwald a mixtape with the Swedish pop legends' songs and…

Insecure Katy Perry

Celebrity Gossip

6 Apr 2010

Katy Perry has "moments of insecurity". The 'I Kissed a Girl' singer - who is engaged to British comic Russell Brand - admits she is often shy and unsure of herself even though she has a huge pop career and famous fiance. She explained: "Even the…

Katy Perry's fungi figure

Celebrity Gossip

24 Mar 2010

Katy Perry keeps in shape by eating mushrooms. The 'Hot N' Cold' singer says tasty fungi are her favourite food and the wide variety of earthy treats are very good for staying slim. She said: "I love mushrooms. I could eat a ton of them. I really…

Katy Perry plans church wedding

Celebrity Gossip

18 Mar 2010

Katy Perry wants to get married in a church. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - whose parents Mary and Keith Hudson are both Christian pastors - reportedly told her fiance, British comedian Russell Brand, she wanted to tie the knot at a location close to…

Sex goddess Katy Perry

Celebrity Gossip

23 Feb 2010

Katy Perry feels under pressure to be a sex goddess - because she is with Russell Brand. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer says it's a struggle trying to keep up with her fiance, who was previously famed for his womanising ways, but she tries her…

Katy Perry loves to laugh

Celebrity Gossip

14 Feb 2010

Katy Perry is won over by men with a "f***ed-up sense of humour". The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is engaged to British comedian Russell Brand - says the pair get along so well because they find the same unusual things funny. Speaking about…

Katy Perry happy with curves

Celebrity Gossip

13 Feb 2010

Katy Perry loves her "voluptuous" body. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is known for her skimpy stage outfits - doesn't need to work hard to maintain her figure, but thinks she will be more prone to putting on weight as she gets older. She…

Katy Perry's Google engagement

Celebrity Gossip

1 Feb 2010

Katy Perry found out Russell Brand was going to propose to her through Google alerts. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who got engaged to the British funnyman over the New Year - discovered the proposal was imminent after reading about Russell…

Katy Perry waiting to wed

Celebrity Gossip

18 Jan 2010

Katy Perry and Russell Brand are yet to set a wedding date. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer and the British comedian got engaged on New Year's Eve (31.12.09) after a whirlwind romance but Katy insists they will only tie the knot when they feel the time…

Katy Perry pregnant?

Celebrity Gossip

12 Jan 2010

Katy Perry has sparked rumours she is pregnant after being seen looking at baby clothes. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who recently announced her engagement to British comic star Russell Brand - took a stroll around some children's shops in…

Russell Brand and Katy Perry engaged

Celebrity Gossip

6 Jan 2010

Russell Brand has got engaged to Katy Perry. The 34-year-old British comic star proposed to the American singer during a spiritual ceremony in India on New Year's Eve (31.12.09), and Katy, 25, gleefully accepted. The engagement was confirmed to…

Katy Perry flirts with Pattinson

Celebrity Gossip

18 Dec 2009

Katy Perry and Robert Pattinson spent the night flirting with each other at a mutual friend's birthday party. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is dating comedian Russell Brand - and the 'Twilight' hunk were at Dimples Supper Club in Burbank…

Katy Perry shuns show

Celebrity Gossip

11 Nov 2009

Katy Perry pulled out of a TV show to have sex with Russell Brand. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer was due to appear on 'Chris Moyles' Quiz Night', but Russell rang the presenter to inform him the American beauty would no longer be a guest on the…

Katy Perry's Brand of naughtiness

Celebrity Gossip

5 Nov 2009

Russell Brand has made Katy Perry "naughtier". The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer has promised to flash her flesh while presenting tonight's (05.11.09) MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) after her British boyfriend persuaded her to let down her guard. She…

Katy Perry's sweet birthday

Celebrity Gossip

26 Oct 2009

Katy Perry celebrated her 25th birthday with a Willy Wonka-styled party on Saturday (24.10.09). The 'Hot N Cold' singer held the bash at The Sunset Beach nightspot in Los Angeles and guests at the party - who had been told to wear white - were left…

Katy Perry's parents to approve Russell

Celebrity Gossip

12 Oct 2009

Katy Perry wants new boyfriend Russell Brand to meet her parents. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer is worried her evangelical Christian parents don't approve of her fledgling romance with the British comedian - who is famed for his womanising ways and…

Katy Perry dating Brand

Celebrity Gossip

2 Oct 2009

Katy Perry is secretly dating Russell Brand. The 'Hot N Cold' singer was whisked away to Thailand on a romantic break with the presenter after impressing him with a picture of her breasts after they met at the MTV Video Music Awards last month. A…

Katy Perry kissed Russell Brand

Celebrity Gossip

15 Sep 2009

Katy Perry kissed Russell Brand after the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), according to reports. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer was seen smooching the British comic star at Lady Gaga's VMA after-party at New York nightspot Avenue on Sunday night…

'Honest' Idol Katy Perry

Celebrity Gossip

1 Sep 2009

Katy Perry wants to be an "honest a**hole". The 'I Kissed a Girl' singer is planning to imitate Simon Cowell's brand of tough love when she appears as a guest judge on 'American Idol' later this month. The 24-year-old star said: "I might become a…

Music hitlist

16 Aug 2009

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham, A Band Called Quinn, Bill Callahan, Katy Perry, Soulsavers featuring Mark Lanegan, Trembling Bells and Ben Reynolds, We Were Promised Jetpacks, Broken Records, Sparrow and the Workshop, Some Young Pedro, Woodenbox with a…

Katy Perry hates halitosis hunks

Celebrity Gossip

6 Aug 2009

Katy Perry gets turned off by men with bad breath. The 'Hot N Cold' singer - who is in an on-off relationship with Gym Class Heroes rapper Travis McCoy - would never date a guy who doesn't keep his mouth clean. She wrote on her Twitter page: "I…

Katy Perry's sexy outfits stolen

Celebrity Gossip

15 Jul 2009

Katy Perry's sexy stage outfits were stolen by her support act. The singer was left fuming when American boyband 3oh!3 - made up of friends Sean Foreman and Nathanial Motte - raided her dressing room when they toured together. Sean told BANG…

T in the Park – Saturday

13 Jul 2009

The List’s music editor Mark Robertson gives his verdict on some of the big names at Scotland’s biggest music festival.

T in the Park – Saturday

13 Jul 2009

Juliet Tweedie selects her pick of the acts taking to the stage at Balado.

Katy Perry's creative men

Celebrity Gossip

13 Jul 2009

Katy Perry will only date creative men. The 'Waking Up in Vegas' singer - who is in anon-off romance with Gym Class Heroes rapper Travis McCoy - needs to be in a relationship with a man who has a similar outlook on life to her. Katy said: "These…

T in the Park: Goes pop

25 Jun 2009

Nick Cave battered Kylie to death with a rock and in doing so resurrected pop. For when the implausible twain married larynxes – on 1995’s hit murder ballad, ‘Where the Wild Roses Grow’ – it caused a schism in the pop continuum. By 1996, the prince of…

T in the Park: Soundtrack to the weekend

25 Jun 2009

Friday The whole festival starts in considerable style with The Maccabees and ‘No Kind Words’ before shifting in gloriously mental fashion with ‘Roulette Dares’ by The Mars Volta so sing along now … ‘Exoskeleton, junction at the railroad delayed!…

Katy Perry's bath time binge

Celebrity Gossip

25 Jun 2009

Katy Perry is recovering from the flu by bathing naked with a pizza. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer has posted a provocative photo of herself lying nude in a bathroom, with a tray of half-eaten pizza protecting her modesty, on her Twitter…

Courageous kisser Katy Perry

Celebrity Gossip

14 Jun 2009

Katy Perry is not worried about catching herpes. The 'I Kissed a Girl' singer - who regularly smooches her female fans - isn't afraid of contracting germs when she swaps saliva with strangers. She said: "Every night, when I play a show, I pick one…

Katy Perry mad for May

Celebrity Gossip

13 Jun 2009

Katy Perry "stalked" Brian May. The 'Waking Up In Vegas' singer was stunned when the legendary Queen guitarist came to watch her perform at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire this week and couldn't hide her adoration for the rocker. Next to a…

Katy Perry's kitty obsession

Celebrity Gossip

8 Jun 2009

Katy Perry is obsessed with her cat. The 'Waking Up in Vegas' singer - who recently reconciled with her boyfriend, Gym Class Heroes rocker Travis McCoy after a four-month split - prefers her cat Kitty Purry to men because their relationship will…

Katy Perry's breast-loving boyfriend

Celebrity Gossip

27 May 2009

Katy Perry's boyfriend is dating her because she has big breasts. The 'Waking Up In Vegas' singer is convinced her impressive assets won over Gym Class Heroes frontman Travis McCoy. The 24-year-old star said: "I'm probably going to get in trouble…

Katy Perry saved by sister

Celebrity Gossip

25 May 2009

Katy Perry's sister saved her from rehab. The 'Hot N Cold' singer is always accompanied by elder sibling Angela, 26, and says her sister's harsh stance has stopped her spiralling out of control. She said: "Angela is the one who kicks my a*s. The…

Secret ninja Katy Perry

Celebrity Gossip

16 May 2009

Katy Perry claims she is a ninja. The 'I Kissed A Girl' singer - who is renowned for her outrageous outfits during her live performances - claims it's easy for her to remain anonymous as nobody expects her to dress down in public. She said: "I am…

Katy Perry wants sugar daddy

Celebrity Gossip

11 May 2009

Katy Perry wants to marry an older man. The 24-year-old singer - who recently reunited with Gym Class Heroes singer Travis McCoy following a brief split - hates being single and can see herself settling down with someone who has more life…