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ROWE UNDECIDED ABOUT CUSTODY FIGHT

MICHAEL JACKSON's ex-wife DEBBIE ROWE is undecided whether to launch a custody bid for her two children with the King Of Pop, according to her lawyer.

Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr. aka 'Prince,' Prince Michael Jackson II aka 'Blanket' and Michael Jackson goes shopping at Off The Wall Antiques. Los Angeles, California - 27.04.09

Rowe, who is the biological mother of Jackson's two eldest kids, Prince Michael and Paris, told a local California TV news reporter on Thursday (02Jul09) she plans to fight for custody of her children, stating: "I want my kids."

The two youngsters, as well as their younger brother Prince 'Blanket' Michael II, are currently in the care of their paternal grandmother Katherine after she was granted temporary guardianship earlier this week (begs29Jun09).

A longterm decision about their future will be made in a court hearing next week (06Jul09) - but Rowe's lawyer Eric M. George insists his client has not made a final decision regarding the custody of her children.

He says, "Debbie Rowe has not reached a final decision concerning the custody proceedings.

"As many of you know, my belief is that the pending custody proceedings are the most private and the most sensitive of matters as they impact the lives and the fates of young children.

"To that end, I've endeavoured out of respect for Michael's children and family, especially in this time of grieving, to keep silence on these matters, to deny all interview requests and to share only that information involving upcoming public court proceedings."

And George has slammed media outlets for picking up on Rowe's comment, claiming it was a "distortion of the truth".

He adds, "I have no reason to doubt that what was reported from that conversation was accurately and ethically reported, but that said, it would be a distortion of the truth to allow that single snapshot of a single conversation, to stand as the truth on Debbie's position on this sensitive matter.

"Once again, the truth is that Debbie has not reached a final decision concerning the pending custody proceedings.

"When Debbie does take a position in the public forum of a court, those positions will, of course, be conveyed to all interested persons. In the meantime, I very much appreciate everybody's continued respect for Debbie's privacy at this time."

Jackson died after suffering a cardiac arrest last week (25Jun09).

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NEW PHOTOS OF BRÜNO!

In theaters on July 10, 2009!

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Director: Dan Mazer
Cast: Sacha Baron Cohen, Alice Evans, Trishelle Cannatella, Sandra Seeling, Ben Youcef
Synopsis: Flamboyant Austrian fashionista Bruno takes his show to America...

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MAY DEVASTATED BY LEAKED JACKSON & MERCURY TRACKS

BRIAN MAY is furious after 'music thieves' exploited MICHAEL JACKSON's death by releasing previously unheard tracks by the King Of Pop and QUEEN's late frontman FREDDIE MERCURY on the Internet.

Brian May of Queen performing live at Liverpool Echo Arena. Liverpool, England - 18.10.08

Jackson, who passed away last week (25Jun09), and Mercury worked together in the 1980s on a number of tracks that have never been heard by the public.

May revealed the existence of the songs earlier this week (begs29Jun09), saying, 'He (Jackson) used to come and see us when we were on tour in the States. He and Freddie became close friends, close enough to record a couple of tracks together at Michael's house, tracks which have never seen the light of day.'

But the rocker has been left incensed after two tunes by the pair, State Of Shock and There Must Be More To Life Than This, ended up on video sharing website YouTube.com.

He fumes, "The music thieves at work as usual."

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JACKSON'S TRUST DETAILS REVEALED

MICHAEL JACKSON has left almost half of his assets to his three children, according to new reports.

Prince Michael Jackson I aka Prince, Michael Jackson, Prince Michael Jackson II aka 'Blanket' and Paris Jackson shopping at Ed Hardy. Los Angeles, California - 27.04.09

The King Of Pop insisted that 40 per cent of his estate goes to his kids, Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael II 'Blanket', seven.

A further 40 per cent of his trust goes to his mother Katherine, according to TMZ.com.

The remaining 20 per cent will allegedly go to a number of as-yet-undecided children's charities.

Katherine Jackson currently has temporary control of her late son's estate - as well as guardianship of her three grandchildren. A hearing on Jackson's estate will go ahead on Monday morning (06Jul09) in Los Angeles.

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KOOKS CAUGHT IN MID-AIR PLANE DRAMA

THE KOOKS were left fearing for their lives on Thursday (02Jul09) when their plane was struck by lightning.

Luke Pritchard of The Kooks performing at the Heineken Music hall. Amsterdam, Holland - 25.11.08

The rockers were jetting from Munich, Germany, to Warsaw in Poland when their aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing when a lightning bolt hit the plane just ten-minutes after take-off.

And the terrifying ordeal has left the band spooked.

Frontman Luke Pritchard tells Britain's The Sun newspaper, 'There was a loud crash, like someone had smashed plates, and everyone was jolted. I saw the lightning hit the side of the plane. Scary stuff, man.'

But the incident hasn't put the group off flying for good - the foursome caught a later flight to Warsaw.

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FAN BALLOT FOR JACKSON FUNERAL

Fans of MICHAEL JACKSON will be able to attend his memorial service next week (07Jul09) if they're picked at random in an online ballot.

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Jackson devotees will have to register online for a chance to be allocated one of 11,000 free tickets which are to be made available for the public ceremony at Los Angeles' Staples Center on Tuesday morning.

Further details about ticket availability will be announced on Friday (03Jul09).

The venue is particularly poignant for the King Of Pop's followers - it is where he was rehearsing for his comeback This Is It shows just a day before his death last week (25Jun09).

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O'DAY TO JOIN PEEP SHOW?

Former DANITY KANE star AUBREY O'DAY is reportedly in talks to bare almost all in the role former SPICE GIRLS star MELANIE BROWN created in saucy Las Vegas revue PEEP SHOW.

Aubrey O'Day at the 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival - Premiere of 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' held at Mann Village Theatre. Los Angeles, California - 22.06.09

Brown's run in the hit show ended last month (21Jun09) and singer Shoshana Bean has replaced her in the role of Peep Diva, opposite former Playboy Playmate Holly Madison, but O'Day, who recently posed naked for Playboy magazine, is in negotiations to take over the part later this year (09).

O'Day has a long history of stage performances, and made her Broadway debut as Amber Von Tussle in Hairspray shortly after she was axed from Danity Kane in 2008.

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PHOTOGRAPHER: 'JACKSON LOOKED GREAT IN REHEARSALS'

MICHAEL JACKSON's official photographer KEVIN MAZUR has dismissed reports the King of Pop was frail and struggling in the days before his death, insisting the singer was 'full of energy' during dress rehearsals he shot at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Michael Jackson speaking at the press conference and tour announcement held at the O2 Arena.
London, England - 05.03.09

Mazur was hired by the promoters behind Jackson's planned This Is It comeback shows in London to document the rehearsals, and the snapper claims his old friend was in fine form.

The celebrity photographer says, "He looked like the same old Michael Jackson I'd photographed through the years. He was full of energy, having fun, very upbeat, totally into it. He was going toe-to-toe with 20-year-old dancers.

"He ran through 12 songs (and) the only time he stopped... was to tweak the music or work on the choreography.

"I was so excited and I couldn't wait to see this full production in the 02 Arena (in London) with the fans."

Mazur left the rehearsals two days before Jackson's death last week (25Jun09) so he could cover Sir Elton John's White Tie and Tiara Charity Ball in England.

It was while he was there that Elton told him the King of Pop had died.

The snapper adds, "I was shocked... I just got done telling Elton how great he (Jackson) was."

A minute's worth of footage from the rehearsals has been released to news agencies by promoters AEG Live. The video shows Jackson performing with his dancers and singing They Don't Care About Us live. He appears thin but in fine form and good voice. There's no indication the star was days away from death.

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NEW ORDER STAR NAMES NEW BAND AFTER KEITEL FILM

NEW ORDER star BERNARD SUMNER has used HARVEY KEITEL's ultra-violent movie BAD LIEUTENANT as inspiration for his new group.

BERNARD SUMNER of NEW ORDER performing live at the Manchester Versus Cancer Concert held at the evening news arena. Manchester, England - 28.01.06

The Blue Monday hitmaker has teamed up with former New Order guitarist Phil Cunningham and newcomer Jake Evans to form a band named after the 1992 film.

The trio has recorded a new album with Blur's Alex James and Sumner's former New Order and Joy Division drummer Stephen Morris as guests.

Morris is expected to join the group for an upcoming tour, according to NME.com.

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'THE REAL THING' FROM VANESSA WILLIAMS

In support of her new album 'The Real Thing', Vanessa Williams has released her second video 'Close to You'.
Partially produced by Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, The Real Thing features songs be Stevie Wonder and Bebel Gilberto, among others!

Internationally-renowned singer and actress Vanessa Williams will release her thirteenth album and debut for Concord Records entitled THE REAL THING, on June 2nd, 2009. The collection marks a return to her love for the rhythms of jazz and Latin music, a key part of her musical roots. In addition, THE REAL THING delves into the sophisticated pop and R&B that have been the hallmark of her dynamic musical career.

THE REAL THING is a passionate song cycle about relationships, and Williams hand-picked each song on the record as it relates to a phase of the modern-day love affair seen from a woman’s perspective. From the two new songs penned for the CD by Babyface (“Loving You” and “Just Friends”) to “Hello Like Before” by Bill Withers (Williams’ late father’s favorite artist) to Stevie Wonder’s “The Real Thing” to Bebel Gilberto’s “Close To You,” THE REAL THING taps into the wide breadth of Williams’ musicality and artistry.

“After playing a power-hungry character like Wilhelmina Slater on “Ugly Betty” on a soundstage for three seasons, it was a pleasure to step back into the recording studio and be myself behind the microphone,” stated Ms. Williams. “The familiarity and comfort of making music is always a joy to come home to. It was especially a treat to sing Phil Galdston's "I Fell In.” Our biggest hit together was "Save the Best for Last.”

“Vanessa Williams in an artist of rare talent, depth and creativity,” states Concord Music Group executive vice-president of A&R, John Burk. “In this album she explores her musical range and influences perhaps more so than ever before. We couldn’t be more proud to have her as a member of the Concord family.”

With a career spanning over 20 years, Williams is the consummate performer. From her chart-topping pop star music career, to her Emmy-nominated role on “Ugly Betty” and her upcoming co-starring performance in the feature film “Hannah Montana: The Movie,” Vanessa Williams remains one of the industry’s most, versatile and accomplished artists. She has appeared in numerous films including “Soul Food,” “Eraser,” “The Pick-Up Artist” and “Shaft,” and has numerous television credits to her name as well as critically-acclaimed performances on Broadway in “Kiss Of The Spider Woman” and “Into The Woods,” which garnered her a Tony nomination.

Since the release of her first studio album, 1988’s The Right Stuff, Williams has garnered a total of 16 Grammy nominations, released seven albums of original material, as well as four compilations and two holiday-themed albums, selling millions of albums world-wide. She was nominated for yet another Grammy for her hit single, “Colors of the Wind,” from Disney’s “Pocahontas,” which went on to win an Academy Award, Golden Globe and Grammy for “Best Song In A Motion Picture.” THE REAL THING is her first studio album since 2005’s Everlasting Love.

Vanessa Williams’ charitable contributions are many and varied, embracing and supporting such issues as education, homelessness, abuse, women’s issues and health concerns, AIDS and anything having to do with children. She is also well-known for her outspoken support of gay rights, having won the Human Rights Campaign "Ally for Equality" award in 2008. She is on the Board of Directors of Special Olympics, as well as the Board or Advisors for the Westchester Children’s Museum and supports numerous other charitable and humanitarian organizations.

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BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE OPENING DAY SCHEDULE!

Blood: The Last Vampire will be opening in selected cities today (July 10th)! Check the opening day schedule for all theater locations where it will be showing.

Koyuki as Onigen and Gianna as Saya in BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE

Director: Chris Nahon
Cast: Gianna Jun, JJ Feild, Koyuki, Liam Cunningham, Masiela Lusha
Synopsis: WHERE EVIL GROWS SHE PREYS

On the surface, Saya is a stunning 16-year old girl, but that youthful exterior hides the tormented soul of a 400 year-old “halfling”.

Born to a human father and a vampire mother, she has for centuries been a loner, obsessed with using her samurai skills to rid the world of vampires, all the while knowing that she herself can survive only on blood like those she hunts. When she is sent to an American military base in Tokyo by the clandestine organization for whom she works, Saya immediately senses that this may be her opportunity to finally destroy Onigen, the evil patriarch of all vampires. Using her superhuman strength and her sword, she begins to rid the base of its evil infestation in a series of spectacular and elaborate showdowns. However, it is not until she forms her first human friendship in centuries with the young daughter of the base’s general that Saya learns her greatest power over Onigen may well be her ability to make a human connection…

Renowned producers Bill Kong (CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON; HERO) and Abel Nahmias (11 COMMANDMENTS, LA BEUZE) team up with director Chris Nahon (KISS OF THE DRAGON) on this English language vampire slaying adventure, where the hope of the world rests in the hands of a beautiful young woman.

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SHRINK'S 'HERE' MUSIC VIDEO

New music video for the upcoming Kevin Spacey film SHRINK. The music video features footage from the film in addition to footage of Jackson Browne performing an original song, 'Here', from the motion picture soundtrack.

Director: Jonas Pate
Cast: Kevin Spacey, Robert Loggia, Pell James, Keke Palmer, Griffin Dunne, Saffron Burrows, Jack Huston, Dallas Roberts, Gore Vidal, Laura Ramsey
Synopsis: What happens when the people we count on to hold us together…are barely holding it together themselves? Jonas Pate's Shrink is a striking, fast-paced exposé of the “other” Hollywood , featuring folks living outside their comfort zone and the people who put them there. Henry Carter (Kevin Spacey) is a psychiatrist with an A-list clientele, including a once-famous actress (Saffron Burrows), an insecure young writer (Mark Webber), and a comically obsessive-compulsive superagent (Dallas Roberts). Henry is not in a good place, however. He has been asked to take his first pro bono case, a troubled teenage girl from a neighborhood far from the Hollywood hills. Considering his present state of mind, is he ready for the real-life troubles of a young woman who loves the world of movies he has become so jaded by? At its core, Shrink is a study of control and our endless need for it, even when it grows increasingly impossible to obtain. Writer Thomas Moffett uses classic archetypes in this modern Hollywood tale, but never pushes them over the edge of credibility. Performed by a well-matched cast at the top of their form, the result is both satisfying and exhilarating. Watching Shrink makes us feel like voyeurs looking through a window into the lives of people who look great, feel worse, and end up behaving badly.

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Roadside Attractions have announced the release of the new music video for the upcoming Kevin Spacey film SHRINK. The music video features footage from the film in addition to footage of Jackson Browne performing an original song, “Here”, from the motion picture soundtrack.

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JACKSON'S MOTHER GETS ANOTHER WEEK AS GRANDCHILDREN'S GUARDIAN

MICHAEL JACKSON's mother has been given another week as guardian of her late son's three children.

Michael Jackson's children Prince Michael, Prince Michaell II and Paris leaving Tom's Toys after going on a shopping spree with their father. Los Angeles, California -15.05.09

Despite new reports suggesting the King of Pop's ex-wife Debbie Rowe plans to fight for custody of her two children with Jackson, Prince Michael and Paris, the singer's mother, Katherine, will remain the sole guardian of them and their brother Prince Michael II until a court hearing decides their future on 13 July (09).

In his newly-filed will the late pop superstar named his mother as his children's guardian in the event of his death, but Rowe plans to contest that - and will be in court to challenge the Jacksons for custody.

Her former attorney, Iris Finsilver, tells People.com, "She is going to be pursuing custody of the children.

"Frankly, she won't have to fight for them. She is the children's biological mother. She loves her children."

Katherine Jackson has also been awarded temporary control of her late son's estate. A hearing on that will go ahead on Monday morning (06Jul09) in Los Angeles, as planned.

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AEROSMITH SCRAP ANOTHER TWO SHOWS

AEROSMITH have scrapped another two shows due to an unspecified 'band injury'.

Steven Tyler of Aerosmith at the launch of 'Guitar Hero - Aerosmith' at the Hard Rock Cafe.
New York City, USA - 28.06.08

The rockers postponed a concert in Cincinnati, Ohio and now shows in Pennsylvania on Friday night (03Jul09) and a Sunday show (05Jul09) at the Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheater in Virginia Beach, Virginia have also been axed.

Aerosmith are currently touring North America with ZZ Top.

The two groups' next planned show is on Tuesday (07Jul09) in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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JACKSON TO BE BURIED IN JAMES BROWN CASKET?

MICHAEL JACKSON will be laid to rest in the same make of solid bronze casket as JAMES BROWN.

Tribute to Michael Jackson, King of Pop, outside O2 Arena. London,England - 01.07.09

Batesville Casket Company bosses have received an order for a $25,000 (£16,600) custom casket, called The Promethean, for the late King of Pop, according to TMZ.com.

The 14-karat gold-plated casket comes with a dark blue velvet interior and a hand-polished, mirror finish.

New reports suggest the pop star's remains will be buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Los Angeles on Tuesday morning (07Jul09) before a public memorial service at the Staples Center, where Jackson was rehearsing for his comeback This Is It shows before his death last week (25Jun09).

The cemetery has refused to comment about rumoured burial plans.

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U2 FACE FINE OVER TOUR

Irish rockers U2 are facing a hefty fine for breaching noise regulations during rehearsals in Spain for their world tour.

Construction takes place on the gigantic stage for U2's 360 degrees tour which opens in the Nou Camp on 2nd July 2009. Barcelona, Spain - 12.06.09

The band kicked off their global trek in Barcelona on Tuesday (30Jun09), but spent days rehearsing there beforehand.

A city resident complained about the excessive noise after the rockers played longer than agreed by local officials.

Bono and his bandmates were allowed to practice until 10pm at the Camp Nou stadium - but on one occasion they rehearsed until midnight, according to a local newspaper.

They face a fine of 15,000 Euros (US$21,000/£12,800) under noise pollution laws.

Local businessman Alfons Huescar says, "While business outlets cash in on fans flooding in, residents can't even open their windows at home."

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RIHANNA IN TROUBLE FOR ILLEGAL TATTOOING

RIHANNA has caused an ink stink in New York after she was caught moonlighting as a tattoo artist.

Rihanna arrives at her hotel wearing loose blouse, denim shorts and white flat shoes.
New York City, USA - 29.06.09

The singer was spotted wielding a needle in Manhattan parlour East Side Ink on Wednesday night (01Jul09), and website TMZ.com reports that she etched umbrella designs and the letter R on three resident artists.

The session could end up costing her dear, because tattooists need a license to hold a needle in New York.

Lawmakers tell the website Rihanna could be fined almost $2,000 (GBP1,300) for the three misdemeanour offences.

A New York City Health Department Spokesperson says, "Only licensed tattoo artists can administer tattoos in the city according to the City's Health Code. We are sending someone down to follow up on this."

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GAGA GETS NAKED FOR V SHOOT

LADY GAGA is set to wow fans with a provocative new photospread for style magazine V.

Lady GaGa performs during the 2009 Glastonbury Festival - Day 1, Worthy Farm, Pilton.
Somerset, England - 26.06.09

The Just Dance hitmaker, sporting a curly, Pamela Anderson-style hairdo, poses among sand dunes wearing bondage gear and a see-through lace mini-dress in the sexy shots.

In one of the candid photos, GaGa - real name Stefani Germanotta - wears a breast-bearing bra under an off-the-shoulder shirt and in another saucy shot she arches her back in a figure-hugging black leather corset.

It's not the first time the singer has bared almost all for a magazine shoot - she recently appeared on the front of Rolling Stone wearing nothing but heavy make-up and a see-through bubble corset.

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BAY HITS BACK AT 'RIDICULOUS' FOX

MEGAN FOX has been dubbed 'ridiculous' by her TRANSFORMERS 2 director MICHAEL BAY, after she slammed the movie in an interview.

Michael Bay at 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' party held at LIV nightclub. Miami Beach, Florida - 27.06.09 (Photo by: Johnny Louis/WENN)

Fox took a swipe at the sequel in a new interview, describing it as "not a movie about acting".

She told Entertainment Weekly, "I mean, I can't s**t on this movie because it did give me a career and open all these doors for me. But I don't want to blow smoke up people's a**. People are well aware that this is not a movie about acting."

Bay has laughed off the comments, but claims Fox "has growing to do".

He says, "Well, that's Megan Fox for you. She says some very ridiculous things because she's 23 years old and she still has a lot of growing to do."

BayNic Cage wasn't a big actor when I cast him, nor was Ben Affleck before I put him in Armageddon. Shia LaBeouf wasn't a big movie star before he did Transformers - and then he exploded. Not to mention Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, from Bad Boys.

"Nobody in the world knew about Megan Fox until I found her and put her in Transformers. I like to think that I've had some luck in building actors' careers with my films."

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THE THINGS THEY SAY: RANDY PHILLIPS

'People have speculated that this is going to bankrupt our company. The truth is it isn't... We have a bunch of tours next year and our business will go on.'
AEG Live CEO RANDY PHILLIPS on reports MICHAEL JACKSON's death and the fact his sold out comeback dates in London will no longer take place will ruin his company. AEG Live were the promoters behind Jacko's This Is It tour.

Randy Phillips (right) at The Society of Singers' (SOS) 13th Annual Ella Award honoring Celine Dion at the Colosseum Theatre in Caesars Palace. Las Vegas, Nevada - 10.10.04

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LIGHTS TO DIM ON BROADWAY FOR MALDEN

The lights of New York's theatre district will be dimmed on Thursday night (02Jul09) to honour Oscar winner KARL MALDEN, who died on Wednesday (01Jul09).

Karl Malden at the 10th Annual Tony Awards Bash: An Actor's Fund Special Event Honoring Liza Minnelli held at the Skirball Center. Los Angeles, California - 11.06.06

The 97 year old had a long affiliation with the Broadway stage - he made his Big Apple stage debut in 1937 and struck up a theatrical partnership with legendary director Elia Kazan, who cast Malden in a host of successful New York shows.

Malden starred in more than 20 productions, including Arthur Miller's All My Sons and Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire opposite Marlon Brando.

And now Broadway bosses are to pay their last respects to the late star.

Charlotte St. Martin, Executive Director of The Broadway League, says, "Karl Malden's performances in some of Broadway's most legendary original productions in the 1930s, '40s and '50s showcased his talent and set a standard for excellence on stage.

"He made a lasting impact on Broadway and in other mediums throughout his career that will continue to live on."

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DEPP CONJURES UP CAPT. JACK FOR LONDON HOSPITAL VISIT

JOHNNY DEPP thrilled sick children at a London hospital on Wednesday (01Jul09) - by dropping in unannounced, dressed as a pirate.

Johnny Depp at 'Public Enemies' UK film premiere held at the Empire Leicester Square.
London, England - 29.06.09

The actor has been in the U.K. capital this week (beg29Jun09) to promote new movie Public Enemies, and took time out from his busy schedule to visit Great Ormond Street Hospital to cheer up young patients.

Dressed as his Pirates Of The Caribbean character Captain Jack Sparrow, he visited several wards - including the one his daughter Lily-Rose stayed in when she was treated for kidney failure in 2007.

A source tells WENN, "Johnny was so friendly with all the children on the ward and they absolutely loved his pirate outfit.

"He spoke to lots of the youngsters and staff - and made their day by posing for pictures with them all."

The generous star has previously donated $1.5 million (£1 million) to the hospital to thank them for looking after his 10-year-old daughter during her health scare.

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LOHAN CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH RONSON

LINDSAY LOHAN's on-off relationship with SAMANTHA RONSON appears to be back on track - the couple celebrated the actress' birthday together on Wednesday night (01Jul09).

Lindsay Lohan celebrates her 23rd Birthday At Wet Republic at the MGM Grand Resort Hotel Casino.
Las Vegas, Nevada - 27.06.09

The Mean Girls star turned 23 on Thursday (02Jul09) and hosted a lavish party on Saturday (27Jun09) at the MGM Grand hotel and resort in Las Vegas.

DJ Ronson missed out on the Vegas trip but was at Lohan's side in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

The pair dressed down in jeans and matching hats as they hit The Ruby nightclub to dance the night away.

Lohan and Ronson split earlier this summer (09), but were spotted together at Heathrow Airport in London - where they caught a flight to Los Angeles together last month (Jun09).

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FROST RECOVERING FROM EMERGENCY SURGERY

Actress SADIE FROST is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery on her hand.

Sadie Frost at The 'Get Tested' bus parked in Leicester Square to highlight World Hepatitis Day 2009.
London, England - 18.05.09

The Brit damaged her hand last year (08) when she fell from a bicycle and when pins, plates and stitches failed to stop the pain, Frost checked into hospital.

She underwent surgeries in London on Monday (29Jun09) and Wednesday (01Jul09) in a bid to get full function back into her hand.

Frost tells Britain's The Sun newspaper, 'It's in a cast but I can wiggle my fingers. I think it is going to be so much better.'

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