Those Pesky Kids

Celebritree has always considered George Clooney to be a pretty relaxed kind of guy. However, seems he might be a little less laid back than I had thought or those Jolie-Pitt kids are totally out of control, for it seems George has banned the kids of his good friends, Brangelina, from coming to his Italian home, as it seems they wreck the joint when they are there.
Perhaps George should invite TomKat's lovely Suri round so that she can give those crazy kids some lessons in decorum!

Does Katie have the X Factor?

Although it's still not entirely clear whether the American producers of the US X Factor can understand a word that Geordie, Cheryl Cole, is saying (and therefore may be considering not giving her a place on the judging panel, instead favouring Katy Perry or Nicole Scherzinger), this hasn't prevented rumours about who is in line to replace Chezza on the UK version of the show. It seems ITV are desperate to keep Simon Cowell in place, and he recently signed a contract committing himself to the 2011 show at least, so Simon will be bouncing backwards and forwards across the Atlantic. When asked who he would like to have in the judging line up alongside him, Simon surprised us all by suggesting Katie Price! Now, Katie has previously suggested that she would love this gig, so this could be her big chance to turn public opinion round. Hmmm.
Celebritree has no doubt that Katie has the quick mind to come up with some acerbic put-downs for the wannabe pop stars, but considering she thought it a good idea to launch a singing career herself (despite a distinct lack of tunefulness), Celebritree is not sure that she's really in a position to judge who has the singing capability to make it to the top.
Still, one thing is for sure, can't see Katie and Dannii hitting it off, so expect lots more fireworks next year!
In other Katie news, it seems that she bought a secret country pad seven months ago, which her step-dad has been doing up, so even though Alex is refusing to move out of their marital home, Katie and her kids do have other housing options. Alex doesn't seem to have got the message and still isn't keen on the whole divorce idea, although some sources are now saying that he will accept the split on condition Katie buys him a flat. Presumably he's thinking luxury bachelor pad overlooking the Thames, rather than some studio in the suburbs...
And now it seems Alex may have had an accident after an ambulance was called out to their home whilst Alex as left home alone...

Emma is engaged

Emma Bunton announced last night during the Dancing on Ice ad break that she and long-term love, Jade, have got engaged. On the return from the ad break, Emma was showing off her rock, accompanied by the gushing trilling of Holly Willoughby.
Emma and Jade are expecting their second child this spring, and Emma will doubtless be kept busy in the coming months as she joins an ever growing list of celebs to be planning their wedding.

Repeat appearance

In these hard and environmentally friendly times, it has at last become acceptable to be seen in the same item of clothing more than once (unless you are Victoria Beckham). Kate Middleton has often been seen at weddings reaccessorising outfits that have had previous outings and even the Queen has been known to bring out a previously seen hat or dress.
Still Celebritree really didn't expect Suri Cruise to pick up on this trend and be seen in the same distinctive faux cur coat twice in quick succession. Having debuted her new coat at a petting zoo, it made another appearance on a Vancouver shopping trip this weekend. Note, despite the chilly Canadian weather, Suri still hasn't chosen to team the coat with a pair of opaque tights, preferring to brave the cold in bare legs...

Cheryl contemplates a new start

As Cheryl contemplates her new start in the US, it seems she has been having some heart to hearts with new love, Derek Hough. And, from press reports, it is likely that poor Derek won't like what she's had to say. It's already been reported that Ma Tweedy didn't like Derek's choice of condo for her precious daughter, and didn't consider it safe enough. So now Cheryl is looking for her own place for her and her mum, apparently keen to be close to mentor, Simon Cowell. She has also told Derek in no uncertain terms that she doesn't plan on marrying him - the scars from her marriage to Ashley apparently run too deep. Still, she is feeling broody and would like to start a family, which won't sit well with Derek, who was brought up a Mormon, so out of wedlock kids aren't likely to be on his agenda.
Still, Dezza is still keen to show his dedication to Cheryl, as he is apparently considering giving up his role on Dancing with the Stars - he has now won three times and is reigning champion, so is said to be looking for new challenges (well, it doesn't come more challenging than keeping Ma Tweedy happy) and is anxious to be there for Cheryl as she takes on her big move.
Cheryl will probably be feeling a bit chlaustraphobic at that - her vision for breaking the US doesn't involve being known as someone's girlfriend. She apparently wants to be seen as a "strong single woman" with a very scary mother, presumably...

Things are getting serious

Amidst the wreckage of celeb relationships so far this year, it is nice to see a smile on Peter Andre's face. Despite getting knocked out in the opening round of Dancing On Ice, his new love, Elen Rivas, is all smiles too, as she celebrated her 36th birthday with friends, introducing them to her new man for the first time. Pete picked her up from her girlie lunch, the pair dined at C London in Mayfair in the evening, before heading off to a secret hotel/spa location - Pete's surprise treat for his new lady...

Ashley back on his own

Despite claiming at the start of their relationship, just 5 weeks ago, that she hoped he was "the one" and rumours that she had already moved her stuff into Cheryl's empty wardrobes, it seems it's all over for Kayla Collins and Ashley Cole. They were apparently heard having a fierce row after attending a P Diddy party together.
Still, clearly Kayla is not one to let the grass grow under her feet and seems to have moved on already, as she was seen leaving Deuces nightclub in Essex last night with its owner, The Only Way is Essex star/love rat, Mark Wright. Whether it was the right decision remains to be seen, as it seems he showed her the glamour of the local McDonald's on their way home, and Kayla is feeling somewhat the worse for wear this morning.
Celebritree is left wondering why Mark, who probably had the pick of the women in his club, chose to go home with someone wearing leggings that look as though they were left over from a Laura Ashley sale circa 1985...
Still, Ashley, Kerry Katona and Katie Price are both available, in case you're feeling lonely....

Lock up your sons...

Kerry Katona has declared that her skating partner, Dan, has restored her faith in men and she's ready to marry again. Phew! That didn't take long, did it? However, despite rumours of romance with fellow Dancing on Ice contestant, Jeff Brazier, Kerry says that the only men in her life right now are Dan and her son.
Jeff has been quick to deny the rumours too, saying he would not want to romance anyone in the public eye again, as he wants to protect his sons' privacy. He did express his admiration for Kerry as she tries to get her life back on track, though says he doesn't fancy her.
Meanwhile, Kerry is apparently to be cited in the divorce papers of her personal trainer, Kevin Green. His wife has gone on record to the papers saying that Kerry had an affair with her husband and labelling her a marriage wrecker...
Let's hope Kerry can keep her mind on the skating tonight!

Who says pregnant women can't have fun?

Victoria and David were seen leaving Nobu in London on Thursday night. Victoria looked as though something at the restaurant had triggered pregnancy nausea, as she looked somewhat pale and below par. Celebritree reckons she would have been better off wearing something in spiritual yellow - better for her skin tone than the black gothic look she was sporting.
Still, a closer look at David's neck reveals that perhaps Victoria had decided to take a few love bites out of her husband...
Although she might not be looking her best right now, Victoria still has plenty going on. She and David are in the UK until he has to return to LA for pre-season training with the Galaxy on 10th February. Meanwhile, Victoria will be heading to NYC for Fashion Week, where she will show her latest collection - Celebritree expects something slightly less structured and more flowing to cover up pregnancy bumps...
The Beckhams have quashed rumours that they have used genetics to select a female offspring this time, saying they don't intend to find out the sex of their baby until its birth. Still, they have made plans for Godparents - Gordon and Tana Ramsey are apparently in line to do the honours.
Meanwhile, Kate Beckinsale and Eva Longoria are busily planning a lavish baby shower for Victoria when she returns to LA. Err, what does one buy the Beckhams and their unborn offspring?

Katie targeting polo players?

Having tried footballers (Dwight Yorke, Teddy Sheringham), pop stars (Gareth Gates, Dane Bowers, Peter Andre), Gladiators (Ace) and now cross-dressing cage fighters, Katie seems to have decided to move upmarket, as she was spotted out partying until the early hours in Klosters this morning, with a bunch of polo players. Onlookers described her as "a man-eater" with "raunchy dance moves" as she allegedly threw herself at any polo player in sight. The DJ at the event was under strict instructions not to play any Peter Andre tracks - amazingly, several people actually requested Mysterious Girl, apparently. Celebritree is surprised the DJ even had it in his record bag.
Katie's equestrian range is apparently the sponsor of the big snow polo event taking place in Klosters at the moment - hence her need to rent a £40,000/week 10 bedroom chalet. Rumour has it that the clientele turned slightly downmarket at the news of her involvement - normally Prince Charles and Jack Kidd would be attendees but seem to have given it a miss this year.
Joining Katie in her huge holiday abode are her sister and long-suffering mum, who seem to have been brought along on baby sitting duties for Harvey and Princess. No sign of Junior though, so Celebritree assumes he has chosen to hide out with his dad, rather than being on hand whilst his mum makes a show of herself.
Poor old Alex Reid has, of course, also been left behind. He has been spotted back at their marital home, despite Katie allegedly changing the locks and upgrading security, following the news of her split. Poor, naive Alex is still wearing his wedding ring, as he still hopes things might work out, that he also says he feels like an abandoned puppy.
Katie's statement announcing the end of her marriage and the fact that it had all been a big mistake (err, note mistake and NOT publicity stunt), seems to have been uttered without a hint of irony. Katie told the media that Alex was no longer the man she had married and had become a "fame-obsessed monster". Hmm, Katie, rearrange these words into a well known saying: KETTLE, CALLING, BLACK, POT...

David settles back into London life

David Beckham doesn't seem to be able to stop smiling at the moment. He has been spotted out training with Tottenham Hotspur this week, and then enjoying a few pints down the pub with some of his team mates. However, his contract with LA Galaxy means he won't actually be able to play today when Tottenham face his former club, Manchester United.
Meanwhile, Victoria still hasn't been showing off much of a baby bump, although she has been looking a little tired as she keeps herself busy preparing for New York fashion week, and searching for a property in NYC so she can more comfortably split her time between LA, NYC and London. Still no news on the due date, but Celebritree reckons it will probably be a July baby.
If Victoria is feeling a little tired and drawn, maybe that would explain rumours of her falling out with her fellow Spice Girls. Mel B is supposedly in a mood with Victoria after she wanted to "borrow" some dresses from her friend's collection for her reality show, It's a Scary World. Apparently Victoria refused to lend her any, claiming that the sample sizes wouldn't fit curvy Mel. A source defended Victoria, claiming that Mel is known for borrowing stuff that she never returns.
Now it seems that Victoria and Geri have exchanged cross words - or rather not. Apparently Geri is keen to get her designer friend's advice for her new swimwear collection for Next. Victoria considers this rather beneath her own status and doesn't appreciate Geri's persistent calls, claiming that they are now "both designers" and so has started to ignore her voicemails and texts.
Be careful, Victoria, or you might have to chum up with felllow girl band outcast, Nadine Coyle!

Chezza and Dezza - the holiday is over

Cheryl and Derek are now back from their new year holiday in South Africa. They flew back in style, with the nation's sweetheart now considered worthy of a visit to the Windsor lounge at Heathrow airport. This exclusive area is normally reserved for the PM, royal family and any visiting royals, Presidents and the Beckhams, but Cheryl enjoyed the privileges offered for just £3,000.
The holiday seemed to be a resounding success (and hopefully no mosquito bites this time) with the pair keeping to themselves apart from the Hogmanay party. Instead they preferred to have nights in watching some of Cheryl's favourite DVDs - including Marley & Me and Dirty Dancing. The only problems on their holiday seem to have been Cheryl and Ashley's text exchanges, and the fact that Derek is a bit of a messy pup, whilst Cheryl is said to be verging on OCD. Still, good to know that they have oral hygiene in common: apparently they are both obsessed with brushing their teeth...
Meanwhile, despite the texting, Ashley does seem to have moved on. Barely had Cheryl moved out of Hurtmore House, before Ash had moved I'm a Celeb star and former Playboy bunny, Kayla Collins, in!

Suri helps Katie choose some new shoes

Katie Holmes was shopping for shoes this week in Vancouver, with daughter Suri on hand to help her pick. Apparently Suri tried on every pair of shoes that her mum showed an interest in, as well as picking out any that took her fancy, and paraded around in them. Any that didn't make the Suri glamour grade were hidden away (so Celebritree is guessing that Katie didn't wind up with a pair of sensible loafers) and it looks like these strappy gold sandals were Suri's faves...

Bride Wars

We all know that there is no love lost between Nadine Coyle and the other members of the band formally known as Girls Aloud. Now, Nads has been snubbed again as Sarah Harding prepares for her big engagement party at Mahiki. Apparently Nadine has been left off the guest list for the Treasure Island themed night.
Still, apparently Nadine is keen for revenge. She was (allegedly) hoping that a big celeb wedding would revitalise her flagging solo career, and is supposedly not keen on the fact that another GA member is threatening to steal a bit of her limelight. So, the plan is for a huge bash, to ensure her wedding tops any others that might be coming up. Mind you, Nadine, you need to tread carefully - if you want that 7 figure magazine deal, you had better make sure you've still got some celeb friends to invite!

Suri takes fashion tips from Victoria Beckham

Now Suri Cruise is normally known as a fashion leader - after all, where she goes, her mother, Katie Holmes, dares to follow. This week, Suri visited her mum on the set of her new movie, Jack & Jill, and, for unknown reasons (other than perhaps cute photo opportunities), a petting zoo was thrown into the mix. Suri seemed to have a whale of a time and can be seen with sheep, rabbits etc. However, Celebritree couldn't help but notice that she was following fashion icon, Victoria Beckham (who last week visited a safari park in a (hopefully) fake fur coat). However, Celebritree was more than a little concerned about Suri's apparent paradox dressing: surely if it's cold enough for fur, her bare legs must be feeling ever so chilly..?

Katie draws out the death of her marriage a little longer

Well the gossip surrounding Katie and Alex's marriage has continued all week. True to her constant need for publicity, Katie has released a statement to tell the media that she and her husband were planning to release a statement about their separation, but have decided to withdraw the statement after he refused to sign, claiming he needed more time, and she agreed, out of consideration for his feelings. (Err, maybe Katie, if you had thought about Alex's feelings before ranting at him in public and flirting with Amir Khan, you wouldn't be heading for the divorce courts again now.)
Alex is keeping pretty quiet, but is supposed to be devastated and concerned that, thanks to a lack of pre-nup, he will have to settle for the £250K that Katie is offering him, which Alex doesn't believe will even buy him somewhere to live.
There are various theories as to why the marriage went wrong: Alex's side claims that her flirtation with Amir Khan was to blame, whilst Katie says that she fell in love with an ordinary man (albeit a cross-dressing, cage-fighting one) and now he is fame hungry monster. Hmm, considering Katie employed herself as his manager, to get him more publicity, this doesn't seem to be a water-tight excuse.
Anyway, the whole unpleasant mess is being captured on camera for Katie's latest fly-on-the-wall show with Living/Virgin Media, and most sources seem to agree that this is the reason Katie is drawing out Alex's agony - it makes great TV. She claims that it was over before Christmas but she wanted to leave it until February "for the sake of the kids" - yes, it must have made for a great Christmas with so much tension in the air and paps hanging around as the media speculation built... Added into her TV mix are "secret" meetings and text exchanges with ex, Peter Andre. Alex was said to have kicked off after one particular exchange. Surely Peter has enough to do supporting his new girlfriend, Elen Rivas, as she prepares for her debut on Dancing on Ice? However, Katie claims that relationship is a "fake" publicity stunt (well she'd certainly know about those) and she's just fizzing about the whole thing...
Surely this will be the weeks when the Reid-Prices finally make it official?

Hot Beckham News!

In perhaps the most exciting celeb news since Celebritree started blogging, the Beckhams' spokeswoman has announced that the couple are expecting their fourth child this summer. Celebritree had to abandon her baking to take to the blog as her other half came bursting into the kitchen with the news. At the moment, there are no further details as to when exactly the new arrival is due or whether they know if it will be a boy or a girl. It's well known that Victoria is keen to have a daughter - after all someone needs to inherit all of those Birkin bags!
David will be leaving Victoria to fend for herself in LA though, apparently, as he is destined to come over to London to train with Tottenham Hotspur. It seems that Spurs may not be able to afford the insurance premiums for David to play competitively, so this is the agreed compromise with LA Galaxy.
Anyway congratulations to the Beckhams - watch this space for further news.

Another Celeb Wedding

Although a festive romantic break in the Indian Ocean didn't seem to do the trick for her former bessie mate, Katie Price, and her husband, Alex Reid, it certainly proved a winner for Sarah Harding, whose boyfriend, Dan Crane, proposed to her on New Year's Day. The two are obviously thrilled as they sealed their love by telling the world how made up they are on Twitter. Hmm, really adds to the romance, your partner down on one knee, a diamond solitaire ring on your finger, a "yes" and then "wait, let me get my phone, I must quickly tweet all my friends, family and fans..."
So that's two Girls Aloud weddings to look forward to in 2011 - Nadine and Sarah. Who will the bridesmaids be? Presumably Katie won't be returning the favour for Sarah now that the two are no longer so close (Sarah was bridesmaid at Katie's wedding to Pete, though didn't make the cut for the Reid-Price blessing extravaganza) - although Celebritree would pay good money to see a peach taffeta face off between Katie, Cheryl and Nicola in OK! magazine...

The holiday continues

Chezza and Dezza are now in the second week of their sunshine trip in South Africa and still seem to be having a ball. Despite the news that he has found a new love, apparently Ashley was left "close to tears" when he saw pictures of his ex-wife cosying up with Derek at a Hogmanay party. Apparently the exes had exchanged Christmas gifts just before Cheryl headed off into the sun with her new man and have been exchanging texts late into the night during her holiday, much to Derek's frustration. Celebritree wonders if Ashley's goodies measured up to Derek's £10,000 diamond bracelet that he apparently presented to Cheryl.
Still, her expensive new jewellery was not on show as she and Derek hit the shops (either he's very patient, or those gay rumours might have a whiff of truth about them, if Derek can match Cheryl's passion for shopping). Cheryl showed her usual ability for dressing appropriately as she stepped (or should that be tripped?) out in a skimpy shiny shirt dress and sky-high heels (that she had to remove as they were too high even for Cheryl). She was also wearing a friendship beaded bracelet, which is apparently sold to raise funds to fight malaria. Her alleged new beau, Derek, was wearing an identical bracelet, in a further declaration of his love (no doubt). Best get yourself one of those then Ash!
If one thing is guaranteed to make Derek run for the Hollywood Hils, it's comments from one of Cheryl's "close friends" in this week's New! magazine, "She says she can’t wait any longer and wants a baby – even if it means doing it before her and Derek get married. She’s incredibly broody.” So keen is Cheryl to create a mini-me, that she has appanrently even started looking for nursery equipment online and wants to emulate her frenemy, Dannii Minogue in combining motherhood with her career... Well, it would certainly prove to any doubters out there that she and Derek are the real deal and not a publicity "fauxmance" as some cynics are claiming.

Family Day Out

Longstanding friends, the Beckhams and the Ramseys, were reunited this week on a family day out as they trudged happily together around a safari Park in North Carolina. All were dressed up warm (Celebritree hopes that's a fake fur that Posh is wearing, or one of the animals might be trying to mate with her). Apparently giraffes were a particular favourite for the group, although it may have been that the animals were taking a close look at the curious sight of Gordon Ramsey. Despite his supposed financial difficulties, Gordon has just spent £30,000 on a hair transplant as he fights his receding hairline. Now, Celebritree has read that these procedures apparently take several months to show their worth, but in the meantime, Gordon seems to have been left with a rather disturbing puffy face.
Talking of surgical procedures, this week Victoria finally admitted that she did have a boob job (err, like the rest of the world hadn't noticed!) and that she has now had the fake boobs removed as she favours a more subtle look in her own fashion designs.

Suri shows celebs how to work cold weather fashion

Suri Cruise has been showing all those inappropriately dressed celebs (take note Cheryl Cole in your strapless silk jumpsuit) just how to work the latest fashion trends in the cold weather, as she stepped out to the shops with her mum in a fake fur coat and colourful wellies in clashing red and pink, with a modest heel. Katie is managing to look a bit more cheerful than she was at her birthday last month, despite the news that the History Channel has pulled her mini-series on the Kennedys - apparently due to historical inaccuracy. Never mind, Katie - Celebritree is fairly sure that some of the other US networks won't be so concerned about taking the moral high ground.
In an interview with Elle magazine, Katie has picked Jackie O and Suri as her main fashion influences. Suri enjoys picking her mother's clothes, as well as her own - choosing which shops they visit, as well as what to buy when they get there. Well, maybe there are a few other celebrities who could do with Suri's "eye".
And maybe Suri could make the perfect match for fellow underage fashionista, Romeo Beckham, who, aged 8, has already made number 28 in GQ's best dressed men list. These two could take the fashion world by storm in years to come!

Katie back to work

Essex girls were doubtless out en masse at the Lakeside Shopping Centre yesterday, as Katie Price made a personal appearance to promote and sign her equestrian and baby ranges at Debenhams, wearing a velour tracksuit and pink T-shirt (presumably from her own collection - not sure who else would have the cerebral power to come up with such a slogan: Horses are like chocolates - one is never enough). However, she couldn't seem to manage a smile to light up the lives of her fans.
She finally admitted on Twitter (where else?) that she and Alex are having marital problems, although dim-witted Alex is still denying them on his Twitter site (err, maybe he doesn't follow his wife's feeds?) Alex has apparently even said that he'd like to get advice from Peter Andre, as he's the only one who understands what he's going through - err, yes and that worked out really well, didn't it Alex?!
Katie is said to be fed up with Alex not following her fashion tips (look at this picture, would you take styling tips from this woman?) and the fact that he runs to his mum whenever the going gets tough. However, rumours are abound that Katie is anxious to keep the relationship going into February, as she doesn't want to have a marriage that lasted less than a year on her track record. Celebritree is just glad that Bingles got out before things turned sour...

New Year, New Love

A happy story for the New Year - it seems that Peter Andre and Frank Lampard's ex, Elen Rivas, have found love with each other, after meeting at a dinner party in November. They have apparently been on a few discreet dates before they were photographed this week leaving Claridge's together, after enjoying an evening there preceded by a visit to the theatre to see Flashdance: the musical.
Katie has given her ex's new relationship her blessing as she has said that her horse trainer, Andrew Gold (the man implicated in Katie and Pete's split) ran the marathon with Elen and says she's a lovely girl. Phew! That's alright then Pete!
Elen is clearly somewhat classier than Pete's ex, as she seems to be well covered for the inclement weather. No doubt we'll be seeing a lot more of Elen, doubtless in dodgy flesh coloured tights and sequins galore, as she gets her skates on for tonight's Dancing on Ice, along with Pete's close friend, Kerry Katona.
It's amazing Pete has found time for romance, as he has today been named "the hardest working act in pop music" after playing to 100,000 fans over 38 dates in his arena tour last year. Who'd have thought that Pete's music was so in demand?

New Year, new start 4?

The Reid-Prices have headed off on a romantic break to some remote resort in the Indian Ocean. Apparently the holiday is a last ditch attempt to save their marriage as Katie has been finding it hard to fit in time for her husband amidst all the personal appearances promoting her books, clothes and TV shows. Hmm, well let's hope some time alone does the trick. Still Carol Reid, Alex's mum, has told the press that the marriage is as solid as ever (although Celebritree is not sure that it's ever been so terribly solid - after all, they got spliced less than 3 months after breaking up...)
Still, it remains the bookies' favourite celeb marriage to end first in 2011...

New Year, new start 3?

Cheryl Cole spent new year in South Africa with Derek Hough. The pair have been spotted enjoying romantic strolls along the beach, and enjoying a boogie at a new year's eve house party.
Some reports are claiming the pair enjoyed a very public snog at midnight. Could Cheryl's new year resolution be to bring her romance out into the open, ahead of her new start in the US?

New Year, new start 2?

The latest rumours around the Beckham family are that David is set for a return to the Premiership. Frontrunners to sign Becks are Tottenham Hotspur - the London club that Beckham used to watch with his Grandad as a child.
If Becks does make a temporary comeback to English league football, he will be on his own in London - Victoria clearly isn't in a nostalgic mood, as she has said that she is not uprooting the boys from their school lives in LA. She is also likely to be very busy professionally over the next few weeks as awards season begins. It's expected that the stars will be clamouring to wear her designs to the Oscars etc. Perhaps that's why Victoria has apparently turned down a high profile Spice Girls reunion at the London Olympics next year.

New Year, new start 1

As she laces up her ice boots for a renewed attempt to win over the
British public, Kerry seems keen to start afresh for 2011. She has started by putting her marital home on the market. Estate agents are using the house's infamy (Kerry's drug binges and barnies with Mark Croft took place here). She also plans to find herself a new man so lock up your sons! Presumably ex Brian McFadden isn't on her list of potentials, although after a year of public slanging matches, the former couple have apparently buried the hatchet...