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Donna Summer Dead: Singer Dies at 63
Donna Summer Dead: Singer Dies at 63
Posted by Adam
Thursday May 17, 2012
DONNA Summer has died at the age of 63 after a battle with cancer.
A statement from Summer’s family says “are at peace celebrating her extraordinary life and her continued legacy.”
“Words truly can’t express how much we appreciate your prayers and love for our family at this sensitive time,” the statement continued.
Summer — whose hits include I Fell Love, Last Dance and MacArthur Park — had attempted to keep the extent of her illness from fans and was recently trying to finish up her latest album.
Donna was a five-time Grammy Award winner and the first artist to have three consecutive double albums reach number one on the US Billboard chart.
She also charted four number-one singles in the United States within a thirteen-month period.
Donna — who was born LaDonna Adrian Gaines in 1948 — married actor Helmuth Sommer in 1973 before giving birth to the couple’s daughter Mimi later that year.
Although the marriage crumbled in 1975, she kept an altered version of her ex’s surname to use as her stage name. She married Brooklyn Dreams musician Bruce Sudano in 1980 and the couple went on to have two daughters, Brooklyn, born in 1981 and Amanda the following year.
In 1994, the family moved from Los Angeles to Nashville where Donna took time out from showbusiness to focus on painting but had recently returned to the recording studio.
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Jessica Simpson Keen to Lose Baby Weight
Jessica Simpson Keen to Lose Baby Weight
Posted by Adam
Thursday May 17, 2012
JESSICA Simpson is keen to lose her baby weight.
The star — who gave birth to her first daughter, Maxwell Drew, earlier this month and has a $4 million endorsement deal with Weight Watchers — is “determined” and “excited” to get back into shape.
“As soon as Jessica heals from the C-section, she is extremely determined to get back in the gym and work out,” a source said.
“She wants to show the world and is excited to do it.”
Since announcing that she and her fiance Eric Johnson were expecting their first child October 31, the 31-year-old singer has been under scrutiny over her pregnancy weight gain.
Now, the 5ft 3in TV star, who admitted to weighing 170 pounds when she posed nude and pregnant for the April issue of Elle, needs to slim down over the next few months to fulfill her contractual obligations.
She admitted to experiencing junk-food pregnancy cravings for snacks including Laffy Taffy, buttered Pop Tarts, and Kraft macaroni & cheese with Lawry’s seasoning salt.
A source familiar with the diet plan company’s negotiations revealed the stakes are high for their agreement.
“She’ll have to meet the weight-loss goals for the deal to go through. She hasn’t chosen a trainer yet,” said the source.
“In fact, she hasn’t even thought about working out for a year. But if she wants this, she’ll need to work out a good five times a week.”
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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Welcomed in Richmond!
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Welcomed in Richmond!
Posted by Adam
Thursday May 17, 2012
BRAD Pitt and Angelina Jolie are proving a hit with their London neighbors.
The Hollywood couple are currently in the capital city’s Richmond borough, and — according to British newspaper The Sun — locals have been offering up golfing equipment and food supplies.
“Brad and Angelina have been given a warm welcome in Richmond. The locals love the fact they have returned there after staying last year,” a source said.
“Neighbors have buzzed on their intercom and asked if Brad wants to play golf at a nearby course. They have even offered to lend him clubs in case he hasn’t got any.”
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Janet Jackson Doesn’t Weigh Herself
Janet Jackson Doesn’t Weigh Herself
Posted by Adam
Thursday May 17, 2012
JANET Jackson doesn’t weigh herself.
The singer — who’s the ambassador for weight loss plan NutriSystem — admitted she opts not to know how much she weighs as a way to stay healthy.
“I don’t know how much weight I’ve lost, only because I stay away from the scale,” she said.
“I don’t think [stepping on the scale] is healthy. You’re setting yourself up to fail and women’s bodies fluctuate every month – certain time of the month in particular – we bloat a great deal.
“It works, point blank. You don’t have to starve yourself getting there.
“I love caramel apples! NutriSystem doesn’t have that, so that’s probably my cheat food. I go out to dinner with friends [too], but then I just get back on it. It’s about maintenance.
“If I’m getting ready for something like a tour, I work out six days a week. I like to switch it up. I may go for a run or bike.
“I’m really happy with the way that I feel at the moment. I feel very good, and it’s been a long time since I’ve felt this good.”
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