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Thursday 8 May 2014

Katy Perry dresses as a cat and an Egyptian as she kicks off Prismatic World Tour in Belfast

While Miley Cyrus was proving she’s just as provocative as ever in London, Katy Perry took to the stage in Belfast in far more bubble-gum fashion.

The singer launched her Prismatic World Tour at the Northern Irish capital’s Odyssey Arena, Wednesday night, where she showcased an array of colourful costumes as she performed her greatest hits.

And clearly there was an Egyptian theme as she changed from a Cleopatra-like empress on horseback, to a pink feline in a jumpsuit.

Queen of Egypt: Katy Perry kicks off her Prismatic World Tour like Cleopatra

Extravagant: The show was clearly a big budget one for Perry as she opened the tour at Odyssey Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Her wardrobe boasts a number of designer names including Valentino and Roberto Cavalli, as well as Jeremy Scott for Moschino.

Katy appeared on the catwalk for Jeremy’s first outing as creative director for the Italian brand at Milan Fashion Week.

Ahead of the show, Katy unveiled the complete set list to her show, as well as the themes for each section, which were: Prismatic, Egyptian, Cat-oure, and Acoustic, Throw back, Hyper Neon and an encore.

Feilne great: Katy later changed into a fetching tight-fitting pink catsuit with ears to match

Happy: The star stripped off into a bra featuring two smiley faces on it

Hair today gone tomorrow: The star also put on a green wig for her latest on-stage look

Striking: Katy stood out in the tight-fitting black and yellow leggings and yellow jumper

Multi-coloured: Katy also wore another outfit which featured two smiley faces covering her breasts

Raven-haired beauty: When she didn't have smiley faces covering her assets, Katy showed off her cleavage in one incredibly colourful outfit

Standing out: The star's injection of colour did not end there as she wore a huge skirt with several striking patterns on

Loud and proud: Katy also strutted her stuff on stage in a palm leaves bra

Ready to battle: Her outfits were a lot more demure than Miley Cyrus' for her Bangerz tour

Singing it loud: Katy looked to be having great fun during her gig in an array of different outfits

On stage: The tight-fitting leotard showed off Katy's trim picture to perfection

Showcasing her pins: Katy later changed into fetching a crop top and short skirt combination

Be careful: The star had to be careful she didn't showcase a little too much in the outfit

Mcavity! Katy seemed inspired the musical Cats! for her next costume change

Along with the picture, Perry wrote: ‘Don't be late to #ThePrismaticWorldTour’.

The singer opened the show with the first single of her new album, ‘Roar’, followed by ‘Part of Me' and 'Wide Awake'.

That was lots of her latest album, Prism, featured in the set lit, with tracks 'Legendary Lovers', 'By the Grace of God' and 'Walking on Air' all getting an outing on the Irish stage.

Katy Purry: The singer unleashed yet another one of her alter-egos

Designer: Valentino, Roberto Cavalli and Jeremy Scott for Moschino have contributed to her wardrobe

Katy’s classic hits 'I Kissed a Girl', 'Firework' and 'California Gurls' were also performed as well as a mashup of 'This Is How We Do' and 'Last Friday Night (TGIF)'.

This first leg of the world tour sees Katy perform a at 17 UK dates, including four headline shows at London's O2 Arena from May 27 to 31.

Jennifer Lopez on divorce, new love and how her twins helped her 'grow as a human being'

It's been a tough few years since her split from husband Marc Anthony in 2011.

But Jennifer Lopez has revealed: 'I wouldn't change anything because it's made me who I am.'

The 44-year-old pop star admitted that she 'went through a tremendous low' after her break up, in an interview with People.

Putting it out there: Jennifer Lopez, seen at the iHeartRadio Awards in Los Angeles on May 1, talked about love and personal growth since splitting with ex-husband Marc Anthony in 2011, in an interview with People

In fact, although Marc filed for divorce in April 2012, J-Lo didn't return the final divorce papers until last December after protracted negotiations.

However, ending the seven-year marriage allowed her to 'take a look at what was going on' in her life.

'As women we can sometimes give ourselves away. I was certainly guilty of that for some time. Now I realize I am good on my own, so now I can share my life with somebody.'

Power couple: The 44-year-old, pictured with Marc in 2011 before the rift, said of the tumultuous past few years, 'I wouldn't change a thing because it's made me who I am'

And that somebody is her choreographer and backing dancer Casper Smart, 27, who has been her beau for the past three years - and has become a favourite with her six-year-old twins Emme and Max.

'Having my babies allowed me to realize what real unconditional love was,' the beautiful brunette told People. Of motherhood she said, 'I just feel like I went through a real growth spurt as a human being.'

J-Lo, who has been married three times, addresses love and past relationships on her tenth studio album A.K.A., due for release on June 17.

New kid on the block: J-Lo has found love with 27-year-old choreographer and backing dancer Casper Smart

The star posted the cover on Instagram on Monday and shared the lyric video of her new single, First Love.

In it she croons: 'See I know a little bit something good, Always comes out of a little bit something bad, And I wasn’t looking for someone new, 'Till you came down.'

The chorus continues: 'I wish you were my first love, ‘Cause if you were first, Baby there wouldn’t have been no second, third or fourth love.'

Family man: Casper joined Jennifer and her six-year-old twins Max and Emme on a shopping trip

Jennifer will become the first female recipient of the Icon Award at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards, airing May 18 on ABC.

As well as her busy music career, the singer is a television producer and judge on American Idol.

And she has three film projects coming up, Lila & Eve, The Boy Next Door and Home

Red hot and ready for release: The star's new album, A.K.A, is due out on June 17

Bearded Austrian drag queen splits opinion ahead of first Eurovision performance with song Rise Like A Phoenix

She is yet to perform in the Eurovision Song Contest semi-final, but already bearded Austrian drag queen Conchita Wurst has found herself in the spotlight.

The alter ego of 25-year-old Thomas Neuwirth has both shocked and won over audiences by challenging stereotypes of masculine and feminine beauty with her song Rise Like A Phoenix.

The transvestite has also faced a barrage of homophobic and transphobic attacks from within her own country and from other countries including Russia, Armenia and Belarus, who branded the contest a 'hotbed of sodomy', the BBC has reported.

Challenging views: Bearded Austrian drag queen Conchita Wurst, pcitured during rehearsals, has found herself in the spotlight ahead of the EurovisionSong Contest semifinal

'I can only say thank you for your attention. If this is only about me and my person, I can live with it', Wurst said about her critics in emails with The Associated Press.
'You know, I have a very thick skin. It's just strange that a little facial hair causes that much excitement.'
Speaking ahead of the semifinal in Copenhagen on Thursday, she added: 'I have to add that 80 percent of the autograph requests that I get are from Russia and eastern Europe — and that's what is important to me'.

'Excitement': The alter ego of 25-year-old Thomas Neuwirth has both shocked and won over audiences by challenging stereotypes with her song Rise like a Phoenix

The European Broadcasting Union, which organizes the event, has not received any formal complaints from the participating broadcasters, spokesman Jarmo Siim said.

Neuwirth, who was born in Gmunden, central Austria, entered show business eight years ago, taking part in an Austrian TV talent show.

After joining a boy band that quickly broke up, Neuwirth first appeared as Wurst in another talent show in 2011. She has also taken part in two reality shows, including one where candidates had to survive in the Namibian desert with native tribes.

Backlash: The transvestite has also faced a barrage of homophobic and transphobic attacks from within her own country and from other countries including Russia, Armenia and Belarus

Thick skin: The drag queen was pictured partying with Tijana Dapcevic who is representing F.Y.R. Macedonia and Conchita during the show on Tuesday

As she prepared for her performance in Copenhagen, Wurst said she wasn't paying much attention to the controversy about her.
'Hey, I'm just a singer in a fabulous dress, with great hair and a beard,' she also told AP.

Contest watchers believe Wurst will advance from the second semifinal this week, while Armenia, Azerbaijan, Malta and Hungary's New York-born singer Andras Kallay-Saunders also considered strong contenders.

The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest takes place in the Danish capital on May 10.

UK hopeful Molly Smitten-Downes, who will perform Children of the Universe, is one of the big five acts who automatically qualifies for the final alongside France, Germany, Italy, Spain and host Denmark.

Peter Barlow gets into a fight with Steve McDonald after turning up drunk to Tina McIntyre's funeral

The Coronation Street cast looked far from sombre as they filmed Tina McIntyre's funeral on Tuesday.

However the scene was a different one the following day as tempers appeared frayed when a seemingly drunk Peter Barlow turned up to pay his respects.

Clutching a bottle in one hand, the character - who was having an affair with Tina before she was murdered - appeared to get into a scuffle with Steve McDonald who tries to calm him down.

Is guilt driving him to drink? Peter Barlow clutches a bottle as he arrives at Tina McIntyre's funeral, as the cast film scenes on Monday

Out of my way: Steve McDonald tries to step in as Peter, played by Chris Gascoyne, tries to get closer to the graveside

Peter, played by actor Chris Gascoyne, tries to move his friend out of the way in attempt to get closer to the graveside where her family and friends are stood.

Eva Price, Gail Platt and her son David are amongst the mourners who were seen flashing forlorn looks to each other and wiping away their tears.

Catherine Tyldesley was left sheltering from the rain in a large orange coat in between scenes, before throwing on a rain hood as well.

Mourning: Peter was having an affair with Tina, played by Michelle Keegan, before she was murdered in scenes yet to air in the soap

In a hurry: Peter tried to push past Steve, however his pal appeared to have a firm hold of him

A friend in need: However all seemed well later as the pair hugged in the graveyard while the rain poured down

The 30-year-old was even spotted being given a pair of fluffy pink slippers by a crew member, which looked out of place with her smart black dress.

She tweeted in the evening to say: 'Pooped!!! Looooong, cold day'.

Ryan Thomas (Jason Grimshaw), Alan Halsall (Tyrone Dobbs), Marc Bayliss (Rob Donovon), Alison King (Carla Barlow) and Jenny McAlpine (Fiz Stape) were also required for the scenes.

Yvonne Strahovskias wows in 1980s two-tone dress

She stars as a CIA field operative in upcoming miniseries 24: Live Another Day.

But there was nothing secretive about Yvonne Strahovskias on Tuesday night as she was seen departing the premiere of the action series at Old Billingsgate Market in London.

The blonde beauty appeared to have enjoyed the season as she couldn't stop smiling while exiting the building.

All smiles: Yvonne Strahovskias showcased her slim pins in a 1980s-inspired two-tone dress as she left the 24: Live Another Day premiere

Blonde beauty: The star, who plays Kate Morgan in the miniseries, couldn't stop smiling as she departed Old Billingsgate Market in London

Yvonne - who plays Kate Morgan in the movie – showcased her slim pins in a 1980s-inspired two-tone dress.

She was joined by several co-stars at the event including leading man Kiefer Sutherland, who plays main character Jack Bauer in the TV series.

Yvonne's fellow female star Emily Berrington was also in attendance at the premiere and was seen leaving the event later on Tuesday.

The flame-haired beauty - who rose to prominence as Jane Shore, one of King Edward IV mistresses in BBC drama The White Queen - also opted to showcase her slim pins by wearing a pale lace dress

ustin Timberlake looks casual as he leaves Copenhagen hotel with his wavy-haired mom Lynn ahead of gig

He famously had a full head of blonde curls during his days in boyband 'N Sync.

However, despite now preferring a much shorter style, Justin Timberlake undoubtedly gets his trademark 'do from his mother Lynn after they stepped out together on Tuesday.

Keeping his own hair hidden underneath a black woolly hat, the 33-year-old's mom's wavy mane was hard to miss as she left with her son.

Not a bad thing: Justin Timberlake gave fans a wave as he left Copenhagen's D'angletere Hotel on Tuesday with his prior to his concert at Parken Stadium

It's in the genes! It was obvious where the singer got his famous wavy locks from after his mother Lynn stepped out of the hotel

The Suit & Tie crooner gave fans a wave as he made his way to Denmark's Parken Stadium ahead of his gig later that evening.

Opting for a casual ensemble, Justin teamed a grey hoodie with a beige pair of chinos, before throwing on a stylish black coat on over the top.

He excitably tweeted a snap of his latest venue, writing: 'Parken from the top. Copenhagen. 5:30pm...'

His shocked face: The 33-year-old however kept his hair hidden under a black hat for his outing, while opting for very casual attire

Where's your Suit & Tie? The heartthrob opted for a grey hoodie and beige chinos, before keeping out the cold in a stylish, black jacket

He finished off his low-key outfit with a white pair of hi-top trainers, which looked as though they might not have been worn before.

Justin is famously close to his parents, especially his mother, who was even his date to the 83rd Academy Awards three years ago.

She is also thought to be one of his managers, and he previously said: 'My mother has been there so much for me, and has helped me level things out when things got crazy'.

Myleene Klass styles her hair into a braided updo as she leaves the ITV studios in a floral dress

Myleene Klass is known for her flowing brunette hair, but on Wednesday she pulled it back into a braided updo.

The Loose Women host complemented her Heidi-esque look with a floral dress as she left the ITV studios.
Myleene certainly seemed to enjoy filming the show earlier, as she got to chat about motherhood with Lily Allen.

Pretty: Myleene Klass styles her hair into a braided updo

Klass grabbed a quick picture with the Sheezus singer and posted it to her Instagram account.

‘Life's about film stars and less about mothers...except today!’ the presenter wrote with the snap.

Myleene, who has two daughters Hero and Ava, got to meet Lily’s little girl Ethel, who had accompanied her mother to the studio.

Summery: The Loose Women host wore a floral dress and towering nude heels on Wednesday

Glamorous: Myleene wore a pair of black shades and carried a quilted Chanel bag to complete her look

Talking to Klass on the show, Allen said she is thrilled to be invited to big events like the Met Gala but insisted they aren't 'fun' and that she would rather spend time with pals.

'It's not a night out with your friends, it's not fun, everyone is like lets pose for the camera and is a little bit stiff', Lily added.

Myleene, who was formerly a member of Hear’say, has taken a step back into the pop world by collaborating with Basement Jaxx.

Rihanna goes demure in pink dress at the Dior Cruise Fashion Show in Brooklyn

She's about as famous for her scantily-clad ensembles as her catchy pop songs.

But racy Rihanna donned quite a demure pink dress at the Dior Cruise Fashion Show in Brooklyn Wednesday.

The 26-year-old tattooed diva looked ladylike in the short-sleeved silky frock, which she paired with Dior pumps, purse, and jewelry.

Covered up for once: Racy Rihanna donned quite a demure pink dress at the Dior Cruise Fashion Show in Brooklyn Wednesday

The seven-time Grammy winner grinned as she showcased the French brand's pearl earrings, silver cuff with matching necklace, and the pearl cuff retails at $1,500 - according to Rihanna Overdose.

It was a far more conservative Rihanna than fans saw at Monday's Up & Down after-party (gold slinky gown) and Met Gala (white Stella McCartney).

Riri - born Robyn Fenty - managed to flash both her sideboob and derriere while rocking the backless creation.

The selfie enthusiast took a social hit Monday when her Instagram account mysteriously disappeared.

Pretty in pink: The 26-year-old tattooed diva looked ladylike in the short-sleeved silky frock, which she paired with Dior pumps, purse, and jewelry

Margot Robbie wears low key look showcasing her slim legs the morning after THAT eyebrow-raising Met Gala outfit

Margot Robbie looks pleased to be back in casual clothes.
The Wolf Of Wall Street actress was spotted leaving the Mark Hotel in New York on Tuesday, the morning after she attended the Met Gala in a questionable red carpet ensemble.
The 23-year-old former Neighbours actress looked comfortable in a chic off-duty outfit of white blouse, black skinny jeans and a pair of black heeled boots.
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The morning after: Australian actress Margot Robbie was dressed in a casual outfit in New York on Tuesday - the day after she wore a complicated shocker to the Met Gala

Off-duty style: The 23-year-old was dressed in a simple white blouse, black skinny jeans and boots and carried a large black handbag as she left her hotel

Ms Bleakley shows off her muscular arms in a sleeveless peach blouse at the ITV studios

She said four years ago that she was cutting back on the gym so she didn’t end up with ‘Madonna arms’.

But Christine Bleakley - who is engaged to Chelsea footballer Frank Lampard - still looked pretty muscular when she left ITV studios on Wednesday.

The TV presenter showed off her toned arms in a sleeveless top after co-presenting This Morning.

Welcome to the gun show: Christine Bleakley shows off her toned arms as she leaves the ITV studios

In 2010, Christine built up her triceps and biceps while training for a 22-mile water-ski across the Channel for Sport Relief.

‘I couldn’t have done the challenge without the training, but I was pure muscle,’ Christine said in 2012 as she released her fitness DVD The Christine Bleakley: Work out. ‘I had the thickest legs, and my arms bulked up like a builder. I was very aware of them!

‘It was just amazing how it changed my body. It was six months of probably the toughest training that I’ll ever do, and as soon as the challenge was over, I stopped exercising for a few weeks and let everything go down.