Orlando Bloom got some help from a friend Thursday when he needed to fix his motorcycle in NYC.

He popped up on the East Coast after spending time in LA last week, making the trip with Miranda Kerr and his dog Sidi.

Orlando seems to have a motorcycle in each of the many cities he calls home, and occasionally he even has a hot friend like Olivier Martinez or Eric Bana to keep him company on the open road.

Despite catching the swine flu, Rupert Grint is alive and well, and ready to celebrate.

The actor, who plays Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter movies, recently came down with the possibly fatal virus.

“I thought, ‘Am I going to die?’ ” he told reporters at a London press conference. “But it was just like any other flu, really. I had a sore throat and I went to bed for a few days.”

It seems like he bounced back just in time…

The Cruises spent their Fourth of July weekend in their new Summer home in Melbourne. Katie started filming Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark on Friday before joining her costar Guy Pearce and 47-year-old birthday boy Tom at an AFL football game that night.

On Sunday Tom and Katie brought Suri to a matinee performance of Jersey Boys where she sang along to her favorite Frankie Valli songs.

While the family is settling in Australia, we’re back in the States eagerly awaiting Katie’s So You Think You Can Dance performance on July 23.

Miley Cyrus is the world’s favorite teenage idol.

The “Hannah Montana” actress has topped an online poll about young celebrities, with almost a third of voters – 32 per cent – naming her the biggest rising star.

However, only 10 per cent of participants believe the 16-year-old singer-and-actress is a good role model.

Squeaky-clean band the Jonas Brothers finished second in the favorite idols poll with 27 per cent of votes, while former winner Britney Spears was demoted to third position.

According to the survey, fans are frustrated by the “Womanizer” singer’s turbulent personal life.

The pop princess received less than a quarter of votes and only four per cent of voters believe the mother-of-two is a positive influence.

Meanwhile, 19-year-old singer Taylor Swift – who starred alongside Miley in “Hannah Montana: The Movie” – was named the celebrity with the most influence over adolescents.

The online questionnaire by PopEater.com – which was completed by 57,000 members – also saw the Backstreet Boys named as the greatest teen idols of the 90s, while Kirk Cameron won the award for the 80s and David Cassidy was the most popular star from the 70s.

Sarah Harding is planning a secret $2.2 million wedding to her DJ boyfriend.

The Girls Aloud singer was delighted when Tom Crane proposed after two years together but is so determined to keep her big day an intimate affair she has yet to announce their engagement.

A source said: “She’s so excited – she can’t wait to be Mrs. Crane.”

“She wants Julien Macdonald to design her wedding dress and says she doesn’t mind spending big to make sure she looks special on her big day.”

“It’s going to be a huge bash at the end of the summer.”

The 27-year-old singer has already asked her bandmates – Cheryl Cole, Kimberley Walsh, Nicola Roberts and Nadine Coyle – to be her bridesmaids and wants the nuptials to take place at Danesfield House Hotel in Buckinghamshire, South East England.

Tom popped the question while the pair were enjoying a quiet weekend at their Buckinghamshire mansion.

The source explained to Britain’s Look magazine: “Tom knows how busy Sarah is, so he planned the perfect lazy day for her. He brought her breakfast in bed and then ran her a leisurely bath.”

“He didn’t have a ring as he knew Sarah would want to design one herself, but he still got down on bended knee to ask her. She burst into tears.”

Chris Brown is ”a mess” and has turned to alcohol.

The 19-year-old singer – who has pleaded not guilty to felony assault and making criminal threats in relation to his alleged attack on Rihanna – is believed to be struggling to cope with the fallout from his court case.

A source told gossip website X17Online: “Chris is a mess. He lost a lot of weight, about 15 lbs.”

“I do know that Chris is also in a depression and is drinking a lot. He almost got his butt kicked about a week ago.”

While Chris is becoming increasingly reclusive, Rihanna, 21, is determined to put the incident behind her and move on with her life.

Although the pair briefly reunited after the incident, they are now said to be spending time apart to contemplate the future of their relationship.

The source explained: “Rihanna is doing great. She is trying to put Chris on the back burner.”

“They still have joint business assets so they are still keeping in touch indirectly. She is focusing on her new album.”

“She has a lot of creative control so she is doing it her way. This is the first time she has been able to do that.”

Chris is accused of punching, biting and choking Rihanna until she was unconscious during an altercation in his rented silver Lamborghini on February 8.

If convicted he faces over four years in prison, although he is expected to broker a plea bargain for lesser charges which would see him gain a reduced jail sentence or probation.

Miley Cyrus wants to have children within 10 years.

The 16-year-old star – who is dating underwear model Justin Gatson, 21 – can see herself being a glamorous “soccer mom” like former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham.

When quizzed on what she will be doing in a decade, Miley said: “I’ll be a soccer mom – like Posh Spice!”

“I’ll be there in my heels cheering on my kids, ‘Go, team, go!’ But I’ll have no idea what’s going on.”

However, the singer-and-actress has no plans to give up on her career when she does become a mother.

The “Hannah Montana” star added: “I’d love to be a director. I also want to keep going with my music. Maybe I can write music for movies.”

Miley – who recently claimed she is “best friends” with former boyfriend, 16-year-old Nick Jonas – also said she is “very happy” in her relationship with an older man.

She told KIIS-FM radio host Ryan Seacrest: “I’ve dealt with relationships with people my age. They can be harsh and judgmental.”

Miley has previously insisted the age difference between her and Justin “doesn’t worry” her.

She said: “We’re just really happy with the way everything has worked out.”

“He has been a really great friend, more than anything. It’s annoying that everyone started judging.”

“I’ve learned to go into our friendship with an open mind and not really worry about the age or anything.”

Jade Goody’s family are devastated a wristband issued at her funeral is being sold on eBay.

A close family friend of the reality TV star – who was buried on Saturday (April 4, 2009) after losing her battle with cervical cancer last month – reportedly put the paper bracelet on the internet auction site, where it has already received five bids.

Jade’s widow Jack Tweed, 21, and mother Jackiey Budden, 50 are said to be “furious” at the attempt to make money from the 27-year-old’s death.

The wristband – issued for security purposes to allow invitees to gain access to the church for the funeral – is a white band with the words “Jade Goody 1981-2009″ printed in black.

The seller writes on the auction listing: “This is a genuine sale of a genuine item which may well interest a collector of Jade memorabilia.”

Jade’s family are also concerned robbers could visit her grave – the location of which was supposed to remain a secret from the public, but has already been discovered – and steal mementos to sell.

Jackiey and Jack are said to be seriously considering bringing in 24 hour security to guard the site.

Bishop Jonathan Blake – who married Jade and Jack just a month before she died – said: “There was talk of Jade being buried where she is out of reach of the public, like Princess Diana, but her family know that she belongs to the people.”

“But the consequence of this is that Jade’s family must now manage the crowds. One way would be to have guards there permanently.”

Meanwhile, a war between three rival companies desperate to make a film of Jade’s life has started.

The star’s publicist Max Clifford confirmed: “I’m in discussions with three separate organizations, all of whom want to make a movie of her life.”

“They’re serious discussions because obviously it was such an incredible life and it’s a life that’s touched so many people.”

Kendra Wilkinson didn’t know how to mail a letter.

The former Playmate – who used to Playboy founder Hugh Hefner – struggled to get used to life outside of his Playboy mansion, where she lived from 2004 to 2008.

Kendra, 23, admitted: “The first time I mailed something on my own, like a couple of months ago, I didn’t put a stamp on it.”

“My mom, said, ‘Are you serious? You didn’t put a stamp on your mail?’ I’m like, ‘Dude, I’ve never been on my own before, how am I supposed to know?’”

“It was the biggest blonde moment of my life. It was a check too. I don’t know where it went to.”

Kendra – who rose to fame in the reality TV program “The Girls Next Door,” which followed Hugh’s girlfriends – left the mansion after splitting from the publishing magnate to plan her wedding to American football player Hank Baskett.

She will next star in her own reality show showing her adjusting to ordinary life.

However, Kendra was reunited with her old boyfriend to celebrate his 83rd birthday with a pool party at the Las Vegas’ Palms Resort and Casino on Saturday (April 4, 2009).

She attended the celebration with Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt, who also left Hugh in 2008.

Hugh, who was also joined by his new partners Crystal Harris and twins Karissa Shannon and Kristina Shannon, said: “As you can tell I am very, very happy. To celebrate my birthday with new girlfriends and former girlfriends is perfect, it’s wonderful.”

Kendra brought Hank to the party with her, and admitted she’d like to pose for Playboy again if her fiance can take the pictures.

She said: “If Hank shoots the spread I will do it again. He has actually been practicing his photography skills.”

50 Cent spent the night with Ciara in an exclusive hotel.

The 33-year-old US rapper and 23-year-old singer recently retired to one of the penthouse suites at New York’s AKA Times Square Hotel and Residences on West 44th Street.

A source told the New York Post newspaper: “There was only one bed in that penthouse.”

This is not the first time the pair have been romantically linked.

They met while working on Ciara’s track “Can’t Leave ‘Em Alone” and rumors they were dating first emerged when they posed topless together for the music promo in 2007.

Ciara said at the time: “Everybody turns everything into something else.”

“They said we have a ranch in Atlanta. I just died laughing. It’s amazing to hear the things people make up. It’s funny.”

Last year, 50 rejected claims he had married the singer in a secret ceremony after he was pictured wearing a wedding ring.

A spokesman for the rapper said: “50 Cent is not engaged or married.”

Angelina Jolie feels ”happier” than ever.

The actress, who raises six children with Brad Pitt, loves the way her life has changed since becoming a mother.

Angelina – whose mother Marcheline Bertrand passed away in 2007 – said: “I’m much happier and more fulfilled than I thought I would ever be, especially when I was going through a lot of grief when I was younger. I hope it lasts.”

“I think I’m becoming more like my mother and looking more like her too as I get older. I’m also more gentle and nurturing since becoming a mother.”

Angelina has never struggled to juggle the demands of her personal and professional life, but says Brad has found it more difficult to adjust.

She added to Britain’s Closer magazine: “I’m very organized. I don’t get stressed and I take everything in my stride. I’ve had to help Brad a bit with that part of our life!”

“The biggest problem is just lack of sleep. But all parents face that – you’re just grateful when the kids fall asleep and you can collapse on the couch together.”

Angelina has been dogged by rumors she plans to quit acting and admits she doesn’t see herself making movies forever.

She said: “I’m not as ambitious as I used to be – my family is my priority. When we get film offer, we ask ourselves, ‘Will it be good for the family?’”

“At some point I want to relax, look after my family and do more humanitarian work.”

Scarlett Johansson has been put on a diet by Gwyneth Paltrow.

The curvy “Lost In Translation” star has lost over 14lbs since she began working out with her “Iron Man 2″ co-star in preparation for the movie.

A source said: “The pair have been doing daily workouts with Gwyneth’s personal trainer Tracy Anderson. Scarlett is also staying away from carbohydrates.”

The 24-year-old actress has reportedly decided to slim down amid fears she could lose out on movie roles to younger, more attractive actresses.

A friend told Britain’s Star magazine: “Scarlett has always been happy with her curves, but recently she has been feeling pressure to lose a few pounds.”

“She knows that she is up against tough competition from younger, prettier and increasingly skinner actresses.”

Scarlett previously insisted she loved her fuller figure and felt no pressure to diet.

She said: “I don’t need to be skinny to be sexy.”

Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty.

The 19-year-old singer appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom yesterday (April 6, 2009) to answer charges of felony assault and making criminal threats in relation to his alleged attack on Rihanna in February.

Wearing a black sweater, tie and trousers, Chris was joined in the courtroom by his mother and lawyer Mark Geragos.

Chris waived the right to have a preliminary hearing within 10 days, with the judge setting the next hearing – which Chris is not required to attend – for April 29.

Geragos said “more discovery was needed” in the case, meaning there is more evidence to review.

Chris is accused of punching, biting and choking Rihanna until she was unconscious in his rented silver Lamborghini on February 8.

If convicted, he could be sent to prison for over four years.

Rihanna, 21, did not attend the hearing, but her lawyer Donald Etra confirmed she is co-operating with proceedings.

Etra said outside the courtroom: “Nothing’s changed with regard to Rihanna’s stance toward this case. She will testify if subpoenaed and will do everything that’s required of her to do.”

It is believed Chris will eventually accept a plea bargain for lesser charges, which could lead to him gaining a reduced jail sentence or probation.

Asked about the likelihood of a plea deal, Etra said: “I believe there are efforts by all parties involved to resolve this case expeditiously. That would be beneficial to everyone. Rihanna would be pleased if this case were resolved quickly and fairly.”

Rihanna’s father Ronald Fenty has expressed his concern at Chris’ not guilty plea, claiming the teenager should take responsibility for his actions.

He said: “Chris needs to stop being in denial. So what happened? Somebody else did this to Rihanna then? I would like to see justice go in the right direction.”

“Who did it – that’s the question now. If he’s not guilty, who did it? He should say ‘guilty’ and let the court be leaning into him and try himself to the mercy of the court, see if he gets a fine.”

“I think he’s a talented guy, but everybody should have to pay. When you do the crime, you do the time.”

Eva Mendes advises against taking Indian food into the bedroom.

The “Hitch” actress admits eating in bed is one of her worst habits but insists she will never be tempted to take curry under the covers again after a particularly bad experience.

She said: “I have so many guilty pleasures! One of them is to eat in bed while watching television. It sounds kind of gross but I absolutely love it.”

“I love to watch my favorite program with my food on a tray on my lap.”

“I’ve learned however that eating Indian may not be such a good thing to have in the bedroom. I’ve made that mistake before so never again!”

“But I am a huge snacker so you’ll always find me indulging in something.”

Eva, who is the new ambassador for Magnum Temptation ice cream, admits chocolate is one of her favorite foods, but insists she trains hard to ensure she stays in shape when she indulges.

She explained to Australia’s Sydney Morning Herald newspaper: “I love chocolate! I like chocolate like no-one else and I love indulging.”

“I work out almost everyday – at least five days a week.”

“I put in a lot of time at the gym to ensure that I am able to indulge at other times. Pleasure is pain!”

Shots were reportedly fired at Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady’s wedding on Saturday (April 4, 2009).

Photographer Yuri Cortez has filed a complaint with authorities in Costa Rica – where the couple reaffirmed their vows at the supermodel’s home – alleging a security guard shot at his Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) after he refused to hand over a memory card from his digital camera.

Yuri – who claims he never stepped onto the venue grounds or left his car as he was taking pictures with a long lens – said: “I put my foot on the accelerator and I heard the gunshot that shattered the rear window and broke the windshield. It very nearly hit me.”

Gisele and American football star Tom – who first tied the knot in secret in California on February 26 – exchanged vows in a short sunset ceremony in front of around 25 guests at the weekend.

The 28-year-old model wore a long designer dress and 10ft veil, while Tom wore a gray suit and they appeared happy and relaxed as they spoke with guests after the service.

A source said: “Gisele looked so gorgeous. She looked beautiful. Everyone seemed very happy, like they were having a great time.”

Earlier in the day, the couple hosted his-and-hers wedding dinners.

Tom and the other men in his entourage headed for the luxurious Milarepa hotel for a “bachelor’s brunch,” while Gisele entertained female guests at her home.

Lindsay Lohan has accused Samantha Ronson of cheating on her and taking drugs.

The “Mean Girls” actress – who has had a turbulent relationship with the DJ for around a year – has reportedly split from Samantha, and has revealed intimate details of their failed romance on her blog.

Writing on social networking website Twitter, Lindsay said: “I was right all along. Cheat ‘being cheated on does wonders to you (sic)’”

Lindsay then appeared to confirm her relationship was over, writing: “look, im doing this publicly because u+ur friends call people mag..so-you win, you broke my heart. now go away. i loved you (sic)”

Lindsay – who has completed three stints in rehab and sparked fears for her health recently after losing a dramatic amount of weight – then took a swipe at Samantha’s twin sister Charlotte.

She wrote: “ask ur sister 2 stop yelling profanity plz;;stop doing drugs. and tell charlotte to do more-she could loose a stone or 10 (sic)”

Lindsay’s online rants come days after she was refused entry to Charlotte’s party on Friday (April 3, 2009).

Samantha was playing a set at her sister’s bash at Los Angeles’ exclusive Bar Marmont, but when Lindsay arrived she was turned away by five members of security at the door.

The actress was reportedly so desperate to gain entry she even tried to climb over the walls.

A source told gossip website X17Online: “Eventually Lindsay’s friends, the D squared designers who were staying at the Chateau, took pity on her and said they would look after her so they let her into their rooms.”

“But the minute they let her in, Lindsay tried to sneak into the party again! Poor girl just couldn’t get in.”

It has been claimed Samantha’s family had told the security guards not to let Lindsay enter the bash.

Samantha has since changed the locks on the Hollywood Hills house she shared with Lindsay.

A source said: “I’m sure Lindsay and Sam are over. Sam’s family wants her to get away from Lindsay – they think she’s completely nuts!”

Charlize Theron wants a baby.

The “Burning Plain” star would love to have children with her long-term partner Stuart Townsend but is in no rush to get pregnant.

Charlize, 33, said: “I’ve always known that I wanted to be a mom. I love children. I’ve always loved children.”

“But I’m not like, ‘Oh my god, I really must have kids right now.’ I’ve never felt this pressing urge that some biological clock is ticking.”

“We both want to be parents one day, but I’ve no idea when that will be.”

The 33-year-old actress – who has dated Stuart for eight years – says her life changed completely the day they met.

She told Marie Claire magazine: “Since I’ve been with Stuart, my vulnerability has become something I’m more comfortable with.”

“I think there’s a part of me that is very much a survivor. I don’t know if it was in my genes, I don’t know what it is.”

“But I guess being young and starting out in a sense of, ‘I’m not going to be a wallflower, and I’m not going to be messed with.’”

“That was the only way I knew how to survive at that time.”

“But all that has changed since I’ve been with Stuart. I don’t feel like I’m in survival mode any more. I feel like it’s OK, I can breathe, so I’m very grateful to him.”

Jennifer Aniston was spotted ”checking out” a handsome stranger on Saturday (April 4, 2009).

The “Marley and Me” actress, who parted ways with John Mayer last month, showed she was over the musician when a mystery hunk caught her attention at Paul McCartney’s concert in New York.

A source said: “She looked really happy. There was a definite glow to her. She couldn’t stop smiling.”

“Jennifer checked out a cute guy walking in. She looked him up and down twice! She flashed him a beaming smile but got pulled back into a conversation with her girlfriends.”

The 40-year-old star, who watched Jerry Seinfeld’s stand-up routine before arriving at the charity concert, spent the evening laughing with a group of friends.

The source added to New York Daily News newspaper: “The girls talked for a bit about how elated Jennifer was to have free time again.”

“Jennifer laughed out loud at that, as though it were an inside joke. She was having so much fun. John and their issues seemed like the last thing on her mind.”

It has been claimed Jennifer – who had been dating John on and off for around a year – dumped the “Gravity” singer because he wasn’t ready to have children and had been spending too much time on the internet.

She recently admitted she didn’t expect their romance to stand the test of time.

Jennifer said: “Who ever said that every relationship has to last forever? That’s hoping for too much. I think every relationship is a world unto itself.”

Jennifer Hudson’s pet dogs will have starring roles at her wedding.

The singer-and-actress will wed her partner, David Otunga, soon – although she will not reveal an exact date – and wants her three Pomeranian dogs – Dreamgirl, Oscar, and Grammy – to play a big part.

She said: “I want my dogs to be in my wedding. I am so serious.”

Jennifer also hinted her dress could be “the most untraditional thing” about the day, adding: “Everybody comes down the aisle in a white gown. Maybe I’ll give it a twist.”

The Oscar-winning actress has lots of experience of marriage ceremonies because of her previous job as a wedding singer.

She added: “Anything I could sing at, I did. I’ve sung at a lot of weddings and seen a lot of the same things, and I want to make sure this is different – but traditional, and very, very classy.”

“I’ll be surrounded by family and friends. I hope that when I’m 80 years old, people will still be talking about my wedding.”

Jennifer – who is still grieving after her mother, brother and nephew were murdered last October – is currently on tour in the US.

Madonna has injured herself after ”flying off” a treadmill.

The 50-year-old singer twisted her ankle yesterday (April 2, 2009) when she fell off the running machine she had flown to Malawi so she could keep fit while waiting for the adoption of her second African child to be finalized.

A worker at the Kumbali Lodge Hotel – where the star and her children Lourdes, 12, Rocco, eight, and David, three, are staying – said: “There was a bang and she came suddenly flying off the back of the running machine. She looked hurt.”

The injury was quickly treated by Madonna’s trainer and the star was ordered to rest for the day, forcing her to cancel her planned visits to local orphanages.

The worker added to Britain’s The Sun newspaper: “In Malawi most people do not even know what a gym is. Our staff are fascinated by the fact you can run but not go anywhere on a treadmill. They say, ‘What is the point?’”

Madonna is due in court in the country’s capital Lilongwe today (April 3, 2009) to learn if her bid to adopt four-year-old orphan Mercy James has been approved.

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Judge Esme Chombo has reportedly already told the star she will be granted custody.

Once the final papers have been signed, Madonna is expected to fly her family – including her new daughter – to her home in London, where staff have been preparing for the new arrival for months.

A new nursery has been constructed and the star has even hired a Chichewa-speaking nanny.

Employees in Madonna’s New York home have also been getting ready for Mercy. A friend said: “Madonna has been preparing for months, if not years.”