AKB48 sub-unit No Sleeves had been on a rampage recently with teasers for their “Kuchibiru Furezu…” PV, and now the real thing is finally out!
Check out the full music video for their seventh single below!
source: tokyohive
Thursday, June 9, 2011
No Sleeves reveals “Kuchibiru Furezu…” music video!
AKB48 sub-unit No Sleeves had been on a rampage recently with teasers for their “Kuchibiru Furezu…” PV, and now the real thing is finally out!
Check out the full music video for their seventh single below!
source: tokyohive
Kim Hyun Joong performs “Break Down” on M! Countdown
After being known as the leader of SS501, and then as an actor, since debuting some six years ago, Kim Hyun Joong is ready to embark on a new path as a solo singer.
Having released his solo mini-album “Break Down” earlier this week, Hyun Joong becomes the fourth SS501 member to do so with Kim Kyu Jong the only one not to have released a solo album.
His title track, “Break Down“, was composed by Steven Lee and is classified as a ’south urban dance track’ which combines powerful electric brass and synth sounds to create an energetic track right from its beginning phases, and has a dynamic choreography to ensure a strong performance.
He also performed “Please“, which is a pop R&B track, featuring a beautiful piano melody and a heavy orchestra arrangement that brings out the sadness of the lyrics and “Let Me Go” as well.
Check out his triple song comeback stage below!
source: allkpop
B2ST wins triple crown on M! Countdown + other performances
Mnet’s “M! Countdown” is back with another episode of great performances and musical treats.
Besides the usual stages on the show today, there were comebacks for Sunny Hill and 4MEN, while Kim Hyun Joong made his debut as a solo artist. Elsewhere, Japanese pop and R&B singer Thelma Aoyama performed a special stage with girl group 4minute.
It was a battle between F.T. Island, B2ST, and Baek Ji Young for the #1 spot on “M! Countdown” today, and in the end, it was B2ST who clinched their triple crown win! Congratulations to B2ST!
Other performers who stood on stage included Eru, Jewelry, Lim Jeong Hee, Alex, 5dolls, Clover, SECRET, A Pink, and Jang Woo Hyuk.
Check out their performances below!
source: allkpop
‘Coca-Cola Zero’ releases Taecyeon’s hot promotional photos
We know that 2PM’s Nichkhun and Taecyeon transformed into hot kickboxers for their endorsement with ‘Coca-Cola Zero‘. Nichkhun’s CF was unveiled earlier, and now it’s Taecyeon’s turn to make hearts race!Although the CFs have been released already, fans didn’t get to see Taecyeon’s individual shots for the promo.
Coca-Cola’s representative stated, “The second CF for ‘Coca-Cola Zero’ was supposed to be released two weeks later, but because of the positive response from the fans, we decided to release it early. Nichkhun’s wild charisma and Taecyeon’s powerful energy matched up with Coca-Cola Zero’s passion.”
Netizens who saw both the photos and the CF said, “Nichkhun’s rival is Taecyeon…”, “Seeing their bodies makes me want to work out”, and “Their six-pack is unbelievable”.
source: allkpop
Cube Entertainment releases ‘Fantasy Land episode 1′ for upcoming family concert
We reported that Cube Entertainment was going to hold their first ever family concert!
The announcement was then followed up with the very first ‘Fantasy Land‘ teaser video for the upcoming “United Cube Concert“.
In the video, B2ST’s Yoseob is seen texting the rest of the Cube family about the huge event. Every Cube star (including members of B2ST, 4minute, and G.NA) respond with enthusiasm, but they’re all puzzled as to why they didn’t hear back from Dongwoon.
It incites a flurry of messages, as everyone bugs Dongwoon to respond. He suddenly appears behind Yoseob, and laughs as he quips that he already knew about the concert. In the end, poor Yoseob looks dejected as he sulkily steps up for his turn on the shoot.
The concert will take place on August 14th. Fans can grab tickets through the Interpark website starting from June 14th at 8:00PM KST.
source: allkpop
Is that Justin Bieber? America's Got Talent judges do double take as pop star's female doppelgänger takes to the stage
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Who is that girl? Judges on America's Got Talent had to do a double take when contestant Dani Shay, who is a dead ringer for Justin Bieber, pictured right, took to the stage in Houston Texas
Judges on America's Got Talent had to do a double take when contestant Dani Shay took to the stage at the Houston, Texas auditions, last night.
The androgynous 22-year-old female performer was a complete dead ringer for 17-year-old pop sensation Justin Bieber.
With Bieber's former famous hair flip, Shay immediately had the crowd in a frenzy before she even opened her mouth.
Doppelgänger: With Bieber's former famous hair flip, Shay immediately had the crowd in a frenzy before she even opened her mouth
Introducing herself, the Bieber doppelgänger joked to the judges 'Justin Bieber looks like me,' as they discussed her extraordinary likeness to the teenage male star.
Shay performed a spoof of Bieber's hit song 'Baby', referring to her life as a lookalike.
The performance was met with laughs and cheers from the crowd.
'Dani you are truly amazing!!' exclaimed judge Howie Mandel.
Daring: High diver Darren Taylor, who goes by the nickname of Professor Splash, jumped from a balcony at the theatre in Houston, Texas, in front of a hushed live audience
'I think you are very talented young lady and I love the humour you brought to this. But I think you are talented in your own right,' said Piers Morgan.
All three judges then sent Shay to the next round.
Another contestant also stunned the judges when he belly flopped from a height of 26ft into a 12-inch deep paddling pool.
Take a deep breath: The diver is seen here preparing to belly flop from a height of 26ft into a 12-inch deep paddling pool
Splash: Audience members and host Nick Cannon gasped as he landed in the wading pool
He did it! The man who had already dislocated his neck twice and broken his heels five times, got a roaring applause from the audience after pulling off his stunt
High diver Darren Taylor, who goes by the nickname of Professor Splash, jumped from a balcony at the theatre in Houston, Texas, in front of a hushed live audience.
The man who had already dislocated his neck twice and broken his heels five times, got a roaring applause from the audience after pulling off his stunt.
'That was one of the most incredible things I have seen in all my life. Are you ok?' Piers asked.
Wild: First cab off the rank in the Texas auditions was the The Rhinestone Ropers, a wild west act involving a death-defying combination of guns and knives
Death-defying: Dan threw knives at his assistant Melody, while she span on a wheel, narrowly missing the cowboy clad brunette
'I have never seen anything like this, I think it was incredible.' said Sharon Osbourne.
All three judges also sent him through to Las Vegas.
First cab off the rank in the Texas auditions was the The Rhinestone Ropers, a wild west act involving a death-defying combination of guns and knives.
Dan threw knives at his assistant Melody, while she span on a wheel, narrowly missing the cowboy clad brunette.
The risky performance drew cheers and a standing ovation from the crowd.
Eccentric: Piano player and singer Daniel Joseph Baker thought of himself as the next Lady Gaga, performing the eccentric singer's hit, Bad Romance
'How many partners have you gone too, ' joked Howie. 'You bring a whole array of entertainment I have never seen on America's Got Talent.'
'I love it because it is traditional old American entertainment.' said Sharon.
The duo also went through to the next round.
Next up was piano player and singer Daniel Joseph Baker, who thought of himself as the next Lady Gaga, performing the eccentric singer's hit, Bad Romance.
With characteristic flair and an incredible voice range, he impressed the judges, giving him another chance to make to impress in Sin City.
'That performance was just great fun... you have a great personality and I think I love you,' Sharon said.
'You have a lot of fierceness,' Howie said. 'But keeps your arm to your side,' referring to his nervous sweat.
Flexible: Twisting and twirling their way to Vegas was the Sandou Trio Russian Bar
'You are a strange one Daniel...you are going to polarise audiences, but you are not everybody cup of tea,' said Piers. 'But I quite liked it.'
Twisting and twirling their way to Vegas was the Sandou Trio Russian Bar.
Gymnast Cassie drew gasps from the audience with a dangerous series of backflips, twists and somersaults, all whilst landing and balancing on a raised bar.
'I can't wait to see what you have in your back pocket for later on.' Sharon said.
Adorable: Six-year-old Tanner, otherwise known as Lil T, booty-shaked his way to The Black Eyed Peas dance anthem Boom Boom Pow
'I could see this in Vegas and I think in terms of danger level,' said Piers. 'I think it was the most high-risk act that we have had on America's Got Talent.'
Adorable six-year-old Tanner, otherwise known as Lil T had the audience and the crowd melting before his performance, as he talked about his 'girlfriend' Abbie.
Booty-shaking his way to The Black Eyed Peas dance anthem Boom Boom Pow, the little one perfected moves like The Robot and The Worm, making his performance a sure-fire guarantee for a trip to Vegas.
Tweet, tweet: Over in Minneapolis, a bird act was first up with parrot Echo helping his handler get through to the next round
'I think you have amazing moves, for a boy of six doing that onstage,' said Piers.
'You are quite the cutest thing we have seen this year,' said Sharon.
Once again some scantily clad ladies got Piers Morgan temperature rising.
This time a troupe of cheerleader-esque dancers by the name of The Perfect Angels emerged in skimpy white bikinis to do the splits, much to the delight of the 45-year-old judge.
Following the performance Piers couldn't resist an opportunity to flirt.
'Ladies, how are you?' he asked with a sly grin. 'That was sexy, it was fun, I am going to say yes.'
Of course, the troupe were ushered through.
Tragedy into triumph: Tears welled up in the audiences eyes as Opera singer Lys Agnes took to the stage performing Ave Maria
Over in chilly Minneapolis, the entertainment didn't stop.
The auditions saw Piers turn up 18 hours late because of snow, leaving Howie and Sharon to judge the first few on their own.
Yet another bird act was first up, with parrot Echo helping his handler get through to the next round.
Tears welled up in audience members eyes as Lys Agnes took to the stage.
The female performer had lost her fiancé in a car accident, and following the tragedy she thought she could never sing again.
Scantily clad: Viva La Muerte, a midget stripper got through to the next round
But her rendition of Ave Maria proved her wrong as the operatic notes wowed both the judges and the audience, getting her through to the next round.
The Silhouettes added another dimension to the night, with their original and abstract performance.
The group of dancers aged nine to 18, danced behind a backlit screen appearing as silhouettes.
Sharon called the performance 'intoxicating' and Piers thought it was 'brilliant'.
Acts that weren't so lucky included an off-key R&B act Status B.L.A.K. impersonator Johnny Di Domenico, burlesque dancer Miss Cherries Jubalie and folk musician Walt Winston.
Raw talent: The Silhouettes added another dimension to the night with their original and abstract performance
Beautiful: The group of dancers ranging in aged nine to 18, danced behind a backlit screen appearing as silhouettes
Dani Shay ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Houston Auditions (next Justin Bieber) - Baby parody
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Lil'T, 6 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Houston Auditions
The Kinetic King, 47 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Minneapolis Auditions
Lys Agnes, 27 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Minneapolis Auditions
Americas Got Talent S06 Team iLuminate Performance
AGT_06-08-2011
America's Got Talent- Season 6-Episode 3 NEW
source: dailymail
Who is that girl? Judges on America's Got Talent had to do a double take when contestant Dani Shay, who is a dead ringer for Justin Bieber, pictured right, took to the stage in Houston Texas Judges on America's Got Talent had to do a double take when contestant Dani Shay took to the stage at the Houston, Texas auditions, last night.
The androgynous 22-year-old female performer was a complete dead ringer for 17-year-old pop sensation Justin Bieber.
With Bieber's former famous hair flip, Shay immediately had the crowd in a frenzy before she even opened her mouth.
Doppelgänger: With Bieber's former famous hair flip, Shay immediately had the crowd in a frenzy before she even opened her mouthIntroducing herself, the Bieber doppelgänger joked to the judges 'Justin Bieber looks like me,' as they discussed her extraordinary likeness to the teenage male star.
Shay performed a spoof of Bieber's hit song 'Baby', referring to her life as a lookalike.
The performance was met with laughs and cheers from the crowd.
'Dani you are truly amazing!!' exclaimed judge Howie Mandel.
Daring: High diver Darren Taylor, who goes by the nickname of Professor Splash, jumped from a balcony at the theatre in Houston, Texas, in front of a hushed live audience'I think you are very talented young lady and I love the humour you brought to this. But I think you are talented in your own right,' said Piers Morgan.
All three judges then sent Shay to the next round.
Another contestant also stunned the judges when he belly flopped from a height of 26ft into a 12-inch deep paddling pool.
Take a deep breath: The diver is seen here preparing to belly flop from a height of 26ft into a 12-inch deep paddling pool
Splash: Audience members and host Nick Cannon gasped as he landed in the wading pool
He did it! The man who had already dislocated his neck twice and broken his heels five times, got a roaring applause from the audience after pulling off his stuntHigh diver Darren Taylor, who goes by the nickname of Professor Splash, jumped from a balcony at the theatre in Houston, Texas, in front of a hushed live audience.
The man who had already dislocated his neck twice and broken his heels five times, got a roaring applause from the audience after pulling off his stunt.
'That was one of the most incredible things I have seen in all my life. Are you ok?' Piers asked.
Wild: First cab off the rank in the Texas auditions was the The Rhinestone Ropers, a wild west act involving a death-defying combination of guns and knives
Death-defying: Dan threw knives at his assistant Melody, while she span on a wheel, narrowly missing the cowboy clad brunette'I have never seen anything like this, I think it was incredible.' said Sharon Osbourne.
All three judges also sent him through to Las Vegas.
First cab off the rank in the Texas auditions was the The Rhinestone Ropers, a wild west act involving a death-defying combination of guns and knives.
Dan threw knives at his assistant Melody, while she span on a wheel, narrowly missing the cowboy clad brunette.
The risky performance drew cheers and a standing ovation from the crowd.
Eccentric: Piano player and singer Daniel Joseph Baker thought of himself as the next Lady Gaga, performing the eccentric singer's hit, Bad Romance'How many partners have you gone too, ' joked Howie. 'You bring a whole array of entertainment I have never seen on America's Got Talent.'
'I love it because it is traditional old American entertainment.' said Sharon.
The duo also went through to the next round.
Next up was piano player and singer Daniel Joseph Baker, who thought of himself as the next Lady Gaga, performing the eccentric singer's hit, Bad Romance.
With characteristic flair and an incredible voice range, he impressed the judges, giving him another chance to make to impress in Sin City.
'That performance was just great fun... you have a great personality and I think I love you,' Sharon said.
'You have a lot of fierceness,' Howie said. 'But keeps your arm to your side,' referring to his nervous sweat.
Flexible: Twisting and twirling their way to Vegas was the Sandou Trio Russian Bar'You are a strange one Daniel...you are going to polarise audiences, but you are not everybody cup of tea,' said Piers. 'But I quite liked it.'
Twisting and twirling their way to Vegas was the Sandou Trio Russian Bar.
Gymnast Cassie drew gasps from the audience with a dangerous series of backflips, twists and somersaults, all whilst landing and balancing on a raised bar.
'I can't wait to see what you have in your back pocket for later on.' Sharon said.
Adorable: Six-year-old Tanner, otherwise known as Lil T, booty-shaked his way to The Black Eyed Peas dance anthem Boom Boom Pow
'I could see this in Vegas and I think in terms of danger level,' said Piers. 'I think it was the most high-risk act that we have had on America's Got Talent.'
Adorable six-year-old Tanner, otherwise known as Lil T had the audience and the crowd melting before his performance, as he talked about his 'girlfriend' Abbie.
Booty-shaking his way to The Black Eyed Peas dance anthem Boom Boom Pow, the little one perfected moves like The Robot and The Worm, making his performance a sure-fire guarantee for a trip to Vegas.
Tweet, tweet: Over in Minneapolis, a bird act was first up with parrot Echo helping his handler get through to the next round'I think you have amazing moves, for a boy of six doing that onstage,' said Piers.
'You are quite the cutest thing we have seen this year,' said Sharon.
Once again some scantily clad ladies got Piers Morgan temperature rising.
This time a troupe of cheerleader-esque dancers by the name of The Perfect Angels emerged in skimpy white bikinis to do the splits, much to the delight of the 45-year-old judge.
Following the performance Piers couldn't resist an opportunity to flirt.
'Ladies, how are you?' he asked with a sly grin. 'That was sexy, it was fun, I am going to say yes.'
Of course, the troupe were ushered through.
Tragedy into triumph: Tears welled up in the audiences eyes as Opera singer Lys Agnes took to the stage performing Ave MariaOver in chilly Minneapolis, the entertainment didn't stop.
The auditions saw Piers turn up 18 hours late because of snow, leaving Howie and Sharon to judge the first few on their own.
Yet another bird act was first up, with parrot Echo helping his handler get through to the next round.
Tears welled up in audience members eyes as Lys Agnes took to the stage.
The female performer had lost her fiancé in a car accident, and following the tragedy she thought she could never sing again.
Scantily clad: Viva La Muerte, a midget stripper got through to the next roundBut her rendition of Ave Maria proved her wrong as the operatic notes wowed both the judges and the audience, getting her through to the next round.
The Silhouettes added another dimension to the night, with their original and abstract performance.
The group of dancers aged nine to 18, danced behind a backlit screen appearing as silhouettes.
Sharon called the performance 'intoxicating' and Piers thought it was 'brilliant'.
Acts that weren't so lucky included an off-key R&B act Status B.L.A.K. impersonator Johnny Di Domenico, burlesque dancer Miss Cherries Jubalie and folk musician Walt Winston.
Raw talent: The Silhouettes added another dimension to the night with their original and abstract performance
Beautiful: The group of dancers ranging in aged nine to 18, danced behind a backlit screen appearing as silhouettes
Dani Shay ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Houston Auditions (next Justin Bieber) - Baby parody
Daniel Joseph Baker, 19 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Houston Auditions lady gaga bad romance
Lil'T, 6 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Houston Auditions
The Kinetic King, 47 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Minneapolis Auditions
Lys Agnes, 27 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Minneapolis Auditions
Americas Got Talent S06 Team iLuminate Performance
AGT_06-08-2011
America's Got Talent- Season 6-Episode 3 NEW
source: dailymail
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino (Part 2)
Safira de Wit, Miss Curacao 2010; and Giuliana Zevallos, Miss Peru 2010, pose in their swimsuits during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Sunday Aug. 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Claudia Arce Lemaitre, Miss Bolivia 2010; Rima Fakih, Miss USA 2010; and Marelisa Gibson, Miss Venezuela 2010, pose in their swimsuits during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Sunday Aug. 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Linda Fah, Miss Switzerland 2010, poses in her swimsuit during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Mariana Paola Vicente, Miss Puerto Rico 2010, poses in her swimsuit during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Yendi Phillipps, Miss Jamaica 2010, poses in her swimsuit during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Fonthip Watcharatrakul, Miss Thailand 2010, poses in her swimsuit during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, August 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will conclude with a live telecast on Aug. 23, 2010.
Miss Puerto Rico Mariana Paola Vicente has her make up done during the registration and fitting process in preparation for the Miss Universe 2010 Competition at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada August 8, 2010. The Miss Universe 2010 competition will take place on August 23.
photo: Reuters, AP, Gettyimages
Cellulite-free Sarah Jessica Parker proves she can still pull off a tiny minidress at 46
By DEBBIE EMERY
All leg: Sarah Jessica Parker, 46, put her best foot forward in a mini-dress and heels in New York yesterday
All that walking around New York has paid off for Sarah Jessica Parker.
The actress proved that hitting the pavement in high heels is the best leg-toner a woman can do as she stepped out in a super-short mini-dress and high-heeled ankle boots this morning.
The busy mother-of-three stopped traffic yesterday as she stepped out in a super-short mini-dress and high-heeled ankle boots in her West Village neigbourhood.
Her pseudonym Carrie Bradshaw refuses to let age affect her impeccable style and the Sex And The City star clearly follows in the footsteps of the role that made her famous.
'I’m ageing all the time. But what can I possibly do? Look like a lunatic?' she told People magazine about her healthy approach to ageing gracefully.
Fabulous at 46: The ageless actress is still as stylish as her Sex &The City character, Carrie Bradshaw, despite playing the part for 13 years
Fortunately her new job hasn't kept her away from acting. Parker began her career as a child actress in the television series Square Pegs and has not slowed down since.
She has two films due out later this year - I Don't Know How She Does It, in which she aptly plays a Boston hedge fund manager with two young children, and New Year's Eve, a ensemble comedy with Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Biel, Robert de Niro and Zac Efron.
source: dailymail
All leg: Sarah Jessica Parker, 46, put her best foot forward in a mini-dress and heels in New York yesterdayAll that walking around New York has paid off for Sarah Jessica Parker.
The actress proved that hitting the pavement in high heels is the best leg-toner a woman can do as she stepped out in a super-short mini-dress and high-heeled ankle boots this morning.
The busy mother-of-three stopped traffic yesterday as she stepped out in a super-short mini-dress and high-heeled ankle boots in her West Village neigbourhood.
Her pseudonym Carrie Bradshaw refuses to let age affect her impeccable style and the Sex And The City star clearly follows in the footsteps of the role that made her famous.
'I’m ageing all the time. But what can I possibly do? Look like a lunatic?' she told People magazine about her healthy approach to ageing gracefully.
Fabulous at 46: The ageless actress is still as stylish as her Sex &The City character, Carrie Bradshaw, despite playing the part for 13 years
Fortunately her new job hasn't kept her away from acting. Parker began her career as a child actress in the television series Square Pegs and has not slowed down since.
She has two films due out later this year - I Don't Know How She Does It, in which she aptly plays a Boston hedge fund manager with two young children, and New Year's Eve, a ensemble comedy with Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Biel, Robert de Niro and Zac Efron.
source: dailymail
Cheryl Cole slams Cowell as she declares friendship is over
By SARAH FITZMAURICE
Not friends: Cheryl Cole has told friends her friendship with Simon Cowell is over after the humiliation on the X Factor
She has been keeping a low profile since being fired from the U.S. version of the X Factor after just four days on the show.
But Cheryl Cole is said to be furious over the humiliation she has been subjected to and has told friends she is through with her friendship with Simon Cowell.
The singer, 27, is said to be so angry with the music mogul after he spoke out about her departure from the show stateside that she wants to cut all ties with him, according to reports by The Sun.
Stunning: Cheryl is seen in a romantic new shot as she launches the website for the Cheryl Cole Foundation
A source told the paper: ‘Cheryl trusted him implicitly and she doesn’t do that with many people.’
‘He made a mockery of their friendship so now it’s dead in the water.’
Cowell broke his silence over Cheryl’s exit from the show over the weekend and said the star had clearly been ‘uncomfortable’ while filming auditions for the talent show in America.
The multi-millionaire admitted he had received a message from Mrs Cole saying she felt ‘let down’ by him, adding: ‘A hundred per cent I have to take full responsibility, because I do have a lot of sway.
'Not herself': Simon said Cheryl was out of her comfort zone in the U.S. and had hoped she would return to the UK version of the show
‘This has been a rough two weeks. The hardest thing to accept is that everyone has painted me as a monster because I embarrassed her. But the truth was I was protecting her.'
‘I apologise that all this has become public and I understand the stress she is under, and I hate that. But we have all been under a lot of stress.’
While Cowell has said he was hoping Cheryl would return to the U.K. version of the X Factor and then said he invited her back to the U.S. show a source close to Cheryl told MailOnline: ‘Why would she go back when they let her down so badly?'
Last night at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards Louis Walsh refused to talk about the former judge and said: ‘Change the record, seriously.’
Happier times: Cheryl Cole and Simon Simon Cowell on the X Factor in 2010 sharing a joke together
But the Irish manager did tell MailOnline he thinks that this year’s U.K. X Factor was ‘the best series yet’ and hinted that they may have already seen a winner in the auditions.
When asked about the U.S. X Factor and rivalry with Simon he said: ‘We are going to smash it, up until this week I was worried about the U.S show, but after seeing some of the talent out there it’s going to be amazing.’
While Cheryl and Simon's friendship is said to be 'over' Paula Abdul has taken to Twitter to talk about the Geordie singer.
She posted: 'Cheryl is amazing. We have forged a wonderful friendship & have been & will continue to stay in touch..'
Then added: '..I'm excited for everyone to see and hear what she is about to do next. xoP.'
source: dailymail
Not friends: Cheryl Cole has told friends her friendship with Simon Cowell is over after the humiliation on the X Factor She has been keeping a low profile since being fired from the U.S. version of the X Factor after just four days on the show.
But Cheryl Cole is said to be furious over the humiliation she has been subjected to and has told friends she is through with her friendship with Simon Cowell.
The singer, 27, is said to be so angry with the music mogul after he spoke out about her departure from the show stateside that she wants to cut all ties with him, according to reports by The Sun.
Stunning: Cheryl is seen in a romantic new shot as she launches the website for the Cheryl Cole FoundationA source told the paper: ‘Cheryl trusted him implicitly and she doesn’t do that with many people.’
‘He made a mockery of their friendship so now it’s dead in the water.’
Cowell broke his silence over Cheryl’s exit from the show over the weekend and said the star had clearly been ‘uncomfortable’ while filming auditions for the talent show in America.
The multi-millionaire admitted he had received a message from Mrs Cole saying she felt ‘let down’ by him, adding: ‘A hundred per cent I have to take full responsibility, because I do have a lot of sway.
'Not herself': Simon said Cheryl was out of her comfort zone in the U.S. and had hoped she would return to the UK version of the show ‘This has been a rough two weeks. The hardest thing to accept is that everyone has painted me as a monster because I embarrassed her. But the truth was I was protecting her.'
‘I apologise that all this has become public and I understand the stress she is under, and I hate that. But we have all been under a lot of stress.’
While Cowell has said he was hoping Cheryl would return to the U.K. version of the X Factor and then said he invited her back to the U.S. show a source close to Cheryl told MailOnline: ‘Why would she go back when they let her down so badly?'
Last night at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards Louis Walsh refused to talk about the former judge and said: ‘Change the record, seriously.’
Happier times: Cheryl Cole and Simon Simon Cowell on the X Factor in 2010 sharing a joke togetherBut the Irish manager did tell MailOnline he thinks that this year’s U.K. X Factor was ‘the best series yet’ and hinted that they may have already seen a winner in the auditions.
When asked about the U.S. X Factor and rivalry with Simon he said: ‘We are going to smash it, up until this week I was worried about the U.S show, but after seeing some of the talent out there it’s going to be amazing.’
While Cheryl and Simon's friendship is said to be 'over' Paula Abdul has taken to Twitter to talk about the Geordie singer.
She posted: 'Cheryl is amazing. We have forged a wonderful friendship & have been & will continue to stay in touch..'
Then added: '..I'm excited for everyone to see and hear what she is about to do next. xoP.'
source: dailymail
Piers causes tears as he tells leader of teenage pop group to ditch bandmates on America's Got Talent
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Hopefuls: Teenage group Poplyfe took to the stage in scenes on aired last night on America's Got Talent in a bid to make it through to the Las Vegas round
Piers Morgan reduced a teenage girl to tears on America's Got Talent last night.
The former Fleet Street newspaper editor told the lead singer of Poplyfe that he was impressed with her vocal.
But he gave her a cruel ultimatum saying he would only put her through if she ditched her five other bandmates.
Mr Nasty: But Morgan told the lead singer she should dump her other five bandmates - otherwise he would give his vote
Saving the day: But fellow judges Sharon Osbourne an Howie Mandel came through and put the entire group through to the next round
Sticking to her guns, the girl, whose name was not revealed on the show, said: 'I cannot go without my brothers.'
Luckily for her, fellow judges Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel gave her and the rest of the band the thumbs up and put them through to the next round in Las Vegas.
But Piers said to them: 'Judging you as a group, I'm going to say no.'
The six-piece band, who are aged between 12 and 16 and who performed Travie McCoy's track Billionaire, were delighted with the final result after being saved by Howie and Sharon.
Introductions: The band is made up of members aged between 12 and 16
Acoustic set: They performed a version of Travie McCoy's track Billionaire
As they exited the stage, the lead singer triumphantly shouted at Piers: 'We will show you.'
But it appeared the stress of the audition was a little too much to take.
Moments later she dissolved into tears backstage when host Nick Cannon asked her why she was so emotional.
With tears in her eyes, she replied: 'Because I thought I was going to have to leave them.'
Last night's show kicked off with a hilarious skit by celebrity impressionist Melissa Villasenor.
Impressive: Kenyan acrobatic group Zuma Zuma got the thumbs up as they made a human pyramid
She earned laughs with her interpretations of Barbara Walters, Miley Cyrus, Kathy Griffin, Christina Aguilera and Natalie Portman.
Afterwards Sharon told the shop worker: 'You won't be working in retail much longer.' Melissa received three yes votes from the judges.
Next up was the A+C Twins, who failed to impress with their rendition of My Girl.
Wow: Anita McCoy did the splits to the surprise of the judging panel
Oh dear: The A+C Twins failed to impress despite comparing themselves to The Jacksons, seen here with judge Howie attempting to help them out
Howie even joined them on stage for a verse, but the twosome were sent packing after Sharon told them they couldn't sing.
An acrobatic group from Kenya called Zuma Zuma caught the attention of the judges as the put on a high-energy routine that saw them build a human pyramid. They secured the approval of all of the judges and made it to the next round.
But 33-year-old showman Mauricio Herrera was another flop in a night of weird and wonderful acts.
He performed Ricky Martin's Livin La Vida Loca, with Piers buzzing him out from the off before branding it 'horrendous'.
Other acts who made it through to Vegas included acrobatic couple The Daring Jones Duo, eight-year-old swing singer Sadie and The Elektrolytes, a hip-hop dance group.
How cute: Swing singer Sadie was a big hit with her very impressive voice
You're out: Mauricio Herrera failed to serve up the good with his rendition of Ricky Martin's Living La Vida Loca, leaving Piers with his head in his hands
America's Got Talent 2011 - Seatlle Auditions
source: dailymail
Hopefuls: Teenage group Poplyfe took to the stage in scenes on aired last night on America's Got Talent in a bid to make it through to the Las Vegas roundPiers Morgan reduced a teenage girl to tears on America's Got Talent last night.
The former Fleet Street newspaper editor told the lead singer of Poplyfe that he was impressed with her vocal.
But he gave her a cruel ultimatum saying he would only put her through if she ditched her five other bandmates.
Mr Nasty: But Morgan told the lead singer she should dump her other five bandmates - otherwise he would give his vote
Saving the day: But fellow judges Sharon Osbourne an Howie Mandel came through and put the entire group through to the next roundSticking to her guns, the girl, whose name was not revealed on the show, said: 'I cannot go without my brothers.'
Luckily for her, fellow judges Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel gave her and the rest of the band the thumbs up and put them through to the next round in Las Vegas.
But Piers said to them: 'Judging you as a group, I'm going to say no.'
The six-piece band, who are aged between 12 and 16 and who performed Travie McCoy's track Billionaire, were delighted with the final result after being saved by Howie and Sharon.
Introductions: The band is made up of members aged between 12 and 16
Acoustic set: They performed a version of Travie McCoy's track BillionaireAs they exited the stage, the lead singer triumphantly shouted at Piers: 'We will show you.'
But it appeared the stress of the audition was a little too much to take.
Moments later she dissolved into tears backstage when host Nick Cannon asked her why she was so emotional.
With tears in her eyes, she replied: 'Because I thought I was going to have to leave them.'
Last night's show kicked off with a hilarious skit by celebrity impressionist Melissa Villasenor.
Impressive: Kenyan acrobatic group Zuma Zuma got the thumbs up as they made a human pyramidShe earned laughs with her interpretations of Barbara Walters, Miley Cyrus, Kathy Griffin, Christina Aguilera and Natalie Portman.
Afterwards Sharon told the shop worker: 'You won't be working in retail much longer.' Melissa received three yes votes from the judges.
Next up was the A+C Twins, who failed to impress with their rendition of My Girl.
Wow: Anita McCoy did the splits to the surprise of the judging panel
Oh dear: The A+C Twins failed to impress despite comparing themselves to The Jacksons, seen here with judge Howie attempting to help them outHowie even joined them on stage for a verse, but the twosome were sent packing after Sharon told them they couldn't sing.
An acrobatic group from Kenya called Zuma Zuma caught the attention of the judges as the put on a high-energy routine that saw them build a human pyramid. They secured the approval of all of the judges and made it to the next round.
But 33-year-old showman Mauricio Herrera was another flop in a night of weird and wonderful acts.
He performed Ricky Martin's Livin La Vida Loca, with Piers buzzing him out from the off before branding it 'horrendous'.
Other acts who made it through to Vegas included acrobatic couple The Daring Jones Duo, eight-year-old swing singer Sadie and The Elektrolytes, a hip-hop dance group.
How cute: Swing singer Sadie was a big hit with her very impressive voice
You're out: Mauricio Herrera failed to serve up the good with his rendition of Ricky Martin's Living La Vida Loca, leaving Piers with his head in his handsAmerica's Got Talent 2011 - Seatlle Auditions
source: dailymail
Fuelling the flames of the games: Golden Olympic 2012 torch unveiled that will be carried by 8,000 runners
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
Golden triangle: London 2012 chairman Lord Coe holds the three-cornered torch aloft as he unveils the design today
Lord Coe forced to defend ticket allocation process
This is the golden torch that will be carried by the 8,000 runners on the London 2012 relay, it was announced today.
The Olympic Flame will burn from a curved triangular aluminium tube which has a lace-like mesh complete with 8,000 holes - one to represent each torchbearer.
The triangular shape of the torch also symbolises the three times that London has staged the Games - 1908, 1948 and 2012. This is a special feat in Olympic history.
New and old: The 2012 torch, left, contains 8,000 holes to represent every runner, and right, the 1948 versions from the last time London hosted the Games
The torch, which will carry the Olympic Flame to the London 2012 Games opening ceremony, has been created by design duo Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby.
London 2012 chairman Lord Coe said: 'The torch that carries the Olympic Flame during the Olympic Torch Relay is one of the most recognisable and significant symbols of an Olympic Games.
London 2012's Olympic torch relay will start on May 19 in Land's End and travel as far as the outer Hebrides.
Denise Lewis, who won the gold medal in the heptathlon at the 2000 Olympics in sydney, with London 2012 torch
An average of 110 people a day will take centre stage by carrying the Olympic Flame on its journey around the UK before it arrives at the Olympic Stadium on July 27 for the lighting of the cauldron at the Opening Ceremony, signifying the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
They won a competitive tender, run by London 2012 and the Design Council, to create the torch.
They described it as 'quite simply the best project going - to design an icon for the Games'.
In a statement they said: 'We've wanted to be involved since July 2005 when we were celebrating winning the bid with the rest of the UK.
'We have worked hard to develop a torch that celebrates the relay, and reflects the passion for London and the Olympic Games.
'We wanted to make the most of pioneering production technologies and to demonstrate the industrial excellence available in the UK - it's a torch for our time.
Lord Coe and Denise Lewis at St Pancras station in London for the launch of the torch design
Visits: The 8,000 runners will carry the torch across Britain taking in these major areas during the 70-day relay
source: dailymail
Golden triangle: London 2012 chairman Lord Coe holds the three-cornered torch aloft as he unveils the design todayLord Coe forced to defend ticket allocation process
This is the golden torch that will be carried by the 8,000 runners on the London 2012 relay, it was announced today.
The Olympic Flame will burn from a curved triangular aluminium tube which has a lace-like mesh complete with 8,000 holes - one to represent each torchbearer.
The triangular shape of the torch also symbolises the three times that London has staged the Games - 1908, 1948 and 2012. This is a special feat in Olympic history.
New and old: The 2012 torch, left, contains 8,000 holes to represent every runner, and right, the 1948 versions from the last time London hosted the Games
The torch, which will carry the Olympic Flame to the London 2012 Games opening ceremony, has been created by design duo Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby.
London 2012 chairman Lord Coe said: 'The torch that carries the Olympic Flame during the Olympic Torch Relay is one of the most recognisable and significant symbols of an Olympic Games.
London 2012's Olympic torch relay will start on May 19 in Land's End and travel as far as the outer Hebrides.
Denise Lewis, who won the gold medal in the heptathlon at the 2000 Olympics in sydney, with London 2012 torchAn average of 110 people a day will take centre stage by carrying the Olympic Flame on its journey around the UK before it arrives at the Olympic Stadium on July 27 for the lighting of the cauldron at the Opening Ceremony, signifying the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
They won a competitive tender, run by London 2012 and the Design Council, to create the torch.
They described it as 'quite simply the best project going - to design an icon for the Games'.
In a statement they said: 'We've wanted to be involved since July 2005 when we were celebrating winning the bid with the rest of the UK.
'We have worked hard to develop a torch that celebrates the relay, and reflects the passion for London and the Olympic Games.
'We wanted to make the most of pioneering production technologies and to demonstrate the industrial excellence available in the UK - it's a torch for our time.
Lord Coe and Denise Lewis at St Pancras station in London for the launch of the torch design
Visits: The 8,000 runners will carry the torch across Britain taking in these major areas during the 70-day relay
source: dailymail
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