Thanks to dramatic displays of decolletage, Christina Hendricks and Hilary Swank made big impressions at the Elton John AIDS Foundation and Vanity Fair after parties, respectively. Both bashes were booming with celebs, with some surprise revelers—folks like Heidi Klum, Apolo Ohno and The Jonas Brothers—hopping between the two. See shots from the shindigs below and let us know which woman looked more striking in our TheFABLife poll.
According to new interview with Elton John in Parade, Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene really were just friends. “I think Jesus was a compassionate, super-intelligent gay man who understood human problems. On the cross, he forgave the people who crucified him. Jesus wanted us to be loving and forgiving.” Yeah, yeah, but back up there, Reg. Did you say Jesus was gay? While that’s certainly less bizarre than imagining him as a samurai or a guy in a tuxedo t-shirt, the claim seems certain to ruffle feathers with the religious right—not that they had much reason to love the out and outspoken singer anyway.
Considering the attention Elton’s amazing Grammy performance with Lady Gaga and bold statements about a religious icon’s sexual orientation are guaranteed to receive, it’s ironic to hear the Rocket Man doesn’t “like celebrity anymore.” “Princess Diana, Gianni Versace, John Lennon, Michael Jackson, all dead. Two of them shot outside their houses. None of this would have happened if they hadn’t been famous. Fame attracts lunatics. I never had a bodyguard, ever, until Gianni died.” You know what else attracts lunatics, Elton? Telling them Jesus didn’t just keep the apostles around for moral support. [via PopEater]
Lady Gaga will open this Sunday’s Grammy Awards show, according to the freaky fashionplate’s pal Perez Hilton. The honor is only one part of the ceremony’s confirmation of her pop princess moment: Elton John is reportedly set to perform a duet with Gaga on the show. “Elton and Lady Gaga on the same stage is sure to create fireworks,” a source told Hollyscoop. “It could be one of the most memorable Grammy performances of all time.” The show’s producers should certainly hope so—ratings for the ceremony—not unlike record sales—have been on a general decline over the last decade. But even if we watch, can Gaga hope to top Fever Ray’s face-melting acceptance speech in Sweden?
Other stars set to perform this weekend include Mary J. Blige, Bon Jovi, Drake, Eminem, Green Day, Lady Antebellum, Lil’ Wayne, Maxwell, Pink, Zac Brown Band and Gaga’s fellow Best Album nominees Beyonce, Black Eyed Peas, Dave Matthews Band and Taylor Swift. Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Smokey Robinson, Carrie Underwood and Usher will also take part in a 3-D tribute To Michael Jackson. Get your glasses ready!
In a story we’ve had to read a few times because it’s so unlikely-sounding (while also checking the date to absolutely make sure it’s not April Fool’s Day), apparently Victoria Beckham has bought a pet pig. Yes, the woman who doesn’t “do” casual, and who’s so impeccably groomed at all times we imagine her kids are terrified of getting a sticky hand on her skirt, has given a miniature pig as a present to hubby David. Mm-hmmm.
According to London’s Evening Standard, VB has purchased two nine-inch tall “micro pigs” which are currently taking up residence at their Hertfordshire mansion. “She has already reportedly nicknamed the miniature pot-bellied Gloucester Old Spot cross-breeds Elton and David, after good friends Elton John and his partner David Furnish,” it claims.
We swear we are not making this up. But until we see Posh out walking her new muddy friends, we’ll file this under “oh, really?” But wouldn’t it be great if it was true? [Photo: FilmMagic]
Music legend Sir Elton John has been forced to call off a string of tour dates after being struck down with the e coli bug. An announcement on his official website says he is suffering from a “serious case of E.coli bacterial infection and influenza,” and is currently being treated at London’s private King Edward VII hospital.
After postponing many tour dates around Britain, he’s now cancelled concerts with Billy Joel in the U.S. on doctor’s orders. His partner David Furnish says he’s “doing fine” - get better soon! [Photo: WENN]
We thought she was supposed to be retiring from music, but we really hope Lily Allen doesn’t mean it when she puts together brilliant videos like this one. For her forthcoming single “Who’d Have Known,” Lily depicts herself as an obsessive stalker of Sir Elton John, kidnapping him from his limo and tying him to a chair in her apartment. It’s pretty funny, and the only disappointing thing about it is Elton’s played by a lookalike and not the musical legend himself.
We’re not quite sure what’s behind this visual love-letter from Lily - perhaps a long-delayed apology for the legendary GQ awards spat? But we love it regardless. [Video: YouTube ]
Superstar Elton John has spoken of his intention to adopt. The legendary rock star said 14-month-old boy Lev had “stolen his heart” when he met him on a visit to his orphanage in Ukraine, as part of a trip with his charity AIDS foundation. “David (Furnish) always wanted to adopt a child and I always said ‘no’ because I am 62 and I think because of the traveling I do and the life I have, maybe it wouldn’t be fair for the child,” he said.
“But having seen Lev today, I would love to adopt him. I don’t know how we do that but he has stolen my heart. And he has stolen David’s heart and it would be wonderful if we can have a home. I’ve changed my mind today.”
The singer’s adoption request has been negged by the Ukrainian government due to a law which prevents unmarried couples from adopting. But wait - Elton and Furnish married in the UK in 2005. Lame move, Ukraine! [Photo: AFP]
We’re very proud that since 2005, it’s been legal for gay couples in the UK to take part in civil partnership ceremonies — essentially giving them the same rights and responsibilities as married couples. Among the celebrity couples who took advantage of this were the right royal Elton John and David Furnish, and (Scandalist’s most futile crush) actor John Barrowman and partner Scott Gill. Among these were Little Britain star Matt Lucas, who wed his boyfriend Kevin McGee in a celebrity-packed ceremony in 2006.
But sadly, it’s all come to an end, with the couple divorcing today in London’s High Court, after a recent split. Matt signed up law firm Mischon De Reya to represent him, which handled Sir Paul McCartney’s millions in the Heather Mills divorce.
It’s heartening to know that whether gay or straight, we’ve all got the same interests when it comes to a breakup, which can be summarised as: GET THAT B*STARD’S HANDS OFF OUR CASH. Ahem. [Photo: Splash News Online]
Lily Allen may have blogged that her boozy squabble with Elton John was nothing but playful stage patter, but Elton’s making it sound like she’s got rose-colored beer goggles: “I was thinking about asking her to tour with me and maybe even do a duet. Obviously that won’t be happening now.”
Actually, we wouldn’t be surprised if he changes his mind fast. Since the ceremony, Lily’s been dropping dark phrases like “dying inside” on Facebook and writing (and deleting) references to suicide on her blog. Once Sir Elton gets word of her depression, the author of “Someone Saved My Life Tonight” could snap into chivalry mode fast. He’s sweet like that. [Now!]
Looks like the bitchiness between Queen Elton John and Princess Lily Allen at the GQ Awards may have just been some clumsy stage patter. The depths that people read into their squabbling about youth and its relation to snorting capabilities (which we were evidently not supposed to acknowledge) has Allen aghast and off to her blog to complain.
Elton and I exchanged jokes and there were no hard feelings at all, infact neither of us gave it a second thought. It’s sad that an evening enjoyed by all had to ruined by some bitter journos again.
…I turned up and presented an awards ceremony for charity, i drank some champagne and went home for 12.30 and again I’ve been made to feel like a bad friend and an embarassment to my fans and the people who support me. I shouldn’t have to defend myself when i’ve done nothing wrong.
