1D live it up in Miami! Alexandra Burke moves to America! Rylan Clark debuts BIG teeth, Olly Murs joins Robbie Williams on tour.
One Direction polish off the bullies! Boy band launch varnish and stationery range to fight bullying in schools
British heart-throbs One Direction are launching a limited edition nail polish and stationery range for a school’s anti-bullying campaign.
The boy band have teamed up with office supplies chain Office Depot in the U.S. to stamp out mean-spirited behaviour among children.
A video of Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan released on Monday to promote the collaboration already has more than 60,000 views on YouTube.
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Lock-a-likes! One Direction get their very own hair doubles… to stand in just for shots from behind
They say Samson’s strength was in his hair and it’s much the same for boybands.
So it’s no surprise that One Direction have got themselves a set of hair doubles to stand in for them in those all-important behind shots.
Three lucky lads with luscious locks, who are meant to represent Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Niall Horan were spotted milling about in Miami following a day of filming with the band.
Read more: Daily Mail
One Direction spark concern among fans as Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson are spotted smoking roll-up cigarettes
One Direction have sparked concern among fans after they were pictured smoking roll-up cigarettes.
Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson were seen puffing away as they enjoyed a boat ride during a trip to Miami earlier this week.
And while there is no evidence the boys were dabbling in anything illegal, fans speculated that Zayn and Louis were perhaps smoking a cannabis joint.
Read more: Daily Mail
Weary Direction? Late nights and gruelling tour begins to catch up on Harry Styles and the boys as they shoot new video in Florida
One Direction’s massive Take Me Home world tour kicked off back in February.
And with another five months to go before they will be back in their own homes – they are beginning to look a bit tired after touring Europe, landing in the States, recording new music, and partying hard.
Harry Styles, 19; Zayn Malik, 20; Niall Horan, 19; Liam Payne, 19; and Louis Tomlinson, 21 – who all battled jet lag when they arrived in Mexico last week – were spotted looking a little bit sleepy as they headed to a studio in Florida on Thursday.
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Guilty feet? One Direction’s Harry Styles shows off new ankle tattoos which read ‘Never gonna dance again’
There is no secret that One Direction star Harry Styles is a fan of a bit of body art.
But it would also seem the 19-year-old heartthrob is also a secret fan of fellow British musician, George Michael.
And the two passions have been united as Harry has had some of former Wham! star George’s lyrics tattooed on his ankles.
Read more: Daily Mail
Shirtless in Miami! Harry Styles gives fans a treat as he wanders the streets bare-chested after One Direction relax on yacht
There’s no denying the fact that they’re five of the most lusted after pop stars in the world.
And One Direction certainly did nothing to hurt their reputation on Tuesday as they spent the day shirtless while relaxing on a yacht in Miami.
The British boys clearly felt in need of a little relaxation as they spent the day on deck in their swimwear, while their adoring fans tried to catch a glimpse from the jetty.
Read more: Daily Mail
Give us a Mexican wave! One Direction lean out of their hotel room window to see their fans as they kick off North American tour
They had just one week off after the European leg of their Take Me Home tour before they jetted to the US.
But the One Direction boys looked completely refreshed and ready to do it all over again as they landed in Mexico City at the weekend.
Spotted leaning out of their hotel room windows, the British band waved at their fans who were waiting for them below, helping to catch a glimpse.
Read more: Daily Mail
Let me Kiss You: Harry Styles gives Zayn Malik a cheeky peck in the One Direction Our Moment fragrance promo clip
It was the news that SCENT a million hearts fluttering late last month as One Direction unveiled their debut fragrance – Our Moment.
And now fans of the fab five – Harry Styles, 19; Zayn Malik, 19; Louis Tomlinson, 21; Liam Payne, 20 and Niall Horan, 19 – are in for another delight with a sensitive promotional clip in association with the new perfume.
With the boys looking ultra sensitive in the 41 second black and white clip, One Directioners are bound to go crazy (fan fiction writers in particular) at the sight of Harry creeping up behind Zayn to plant a kiss on his cheek.
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Shirtless Niall Horan shows off his tattoo-free torso… as inked-up Harry Styles denies claims of One Direction split after ‘solo song’ leaks
He’s the only member of One Direction to have refused to succumb to the tattooist’s needle.
So Niall Horan cut a somewhat unusual figure as he showed off his tattoo-free torso while bandmate Harry Styles displayed his array of inkings as the bandmates did some sunbathing in Miami, Florida.
Wearing a pair of low-slung board shorts and Calvin Klein briefs, Niall showed off his muscly, and etching-free, chest as he soaked up the sunshine.
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Pool With A View! Shirtless One Direction stars Harry Styles and Niall Horan make their female fans swoon as they splash around in Miami
Now that’s a sight you don’t see everyday while on holiday.
But dozens of lucky female fans in Miami were treated to the vision of One Direction pin-ups Harry Styles and Niall Horan frolicking around in the pool of their luxury five-star hotel in Miami over the weekend.
And the two young stars seemed to be having the time of their lives during a break from their Take Me Home Tour which has just began Stateside.
Read more: Daily Mail
Living While They’re Young! Harry Styles kicks back in a pair of grey Y-fronts as he joins his topless One Direction bandmates on board a luxury yacht in Miami
They’re the most-famous boyband on the planet, and have a mob of screaming fans tracking their every move.
And One Direction certainly seemed to be making the most of the superstar lifestyle as they kicked back on a luxury yacht in Miami, Florida, on Saturday afternoon.
Enjoying a rare day off from the North American leg of their Take Me Home world tour, the chart-topping quintet spent the day on board a lavish yacht with members of their crew.
Read more: Daily Mail
Now THAT’s how to bounce back: Alexandra Burke stuns as the only Brit performing at Apollo Theater gala following record label split
Last week it was revealed she has parted ways with her record company.
But Alexandra Burke has now bounced back with spectacular style thanks to her performance at Monday night’s Apollo Theater Spring Gala Concert in New York.
The pop star was the only Brit to perform at the iconic venue for the special star studded bash.
Read more: Daily Mail
I’m Every Woman – Alexandra Burke, Jennifer Holiday & Deborah Cox
‘I won X Factor because of my voice’: Alexandra Burke vows to strip back her music as she records new tracks in America
It has been a roller-coaster career for Alexandra Burke after she became a household name when she won the X Factor back in 2008.
After parting ways with her record label RCA last month, the London born star is ready to focus on what matters most – her voice.
The 24-year-old revealed to MailOnline that she has moved across the pond and will be living in New York as she records new music without the fanfare and often distracting production that she has used in the past.
Read more: Daily Mail
It’s in their DNA! Little Mix flash their toned midriffs in crop tops and rock chick-inspired ensembles as they perform at the Isle Of Wight Festival
They were joining some of the music industry’s biggest names to perform at the Isle Of Wight Festival.
And Little Mix made sure to ditch their squeaky clean pop image in favour of a rock-chick inspired look as they strutted their stuff on the Big Top Stage on Saturday afternoon.
Casting aside their usual penchant for bright colours and fun prints, the quartet flashed a hint of their toned midriffs as they well and truly rocked a grungy new look.
Read more: Daily Mail
Hourglass beauty: Leona Lewis accentuates her womanly figure in over-sized peplum skirt at Myspace relaunch
She is well known for celebrating a beautiful natural body with curves in all the right places.
And Leona Lewis was body-confident as she attended the Myspace relaunch party at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles on Wednesday night.
The former X Factor winner showed off a mini waist in a cute over-sized peplum skirt that made the most of her hourglass figure.
Read more: Daily Mail
‘My teeth will soon be fronting a new show “Bit On The Big Side”!’ Rylan Clark’s blindingly white veneers cause a stir as he hosts Big Brother spin-off
He counts Katie Price among his best friends, and it appears that Rylan Clark has followed in her footsteps when it comes to changing his appearance.
The former X Factor singer has caused a commotion on Twitter with his shiny new set of veneers, which he showed off this week after making his debut hosting Big Brother spin-off show Big Brother’s Bit On The Side.
Viewers were quick to comment on Rylan’s blindingly white smile, but the Essex-born personality took the jibes well, later writing: ‘Newsflash! My teeth will be fronting new BB show “Bit On The Big Side” coming soon….. #onlyjoking.’
Read more: Daily Mail
Robbie Williams strips to his trunks for pre-show bath before kicking off his Take The Crown stadium tour in epic style
Robbie was later joined on stage by Olly Murs, who is supporting him on the stadium tour, for a rendition of hit song Kids.
Clearly having enjoyed the experience, Olly later tweeted: ‘Loved being KYLIE tonight @robbiewilliams not sure I have the same hot bum as hers lol YOU kicked some serious arse out there tonight!!’
Olly had earlier delighted the crowd with his own set, ignoring the rainy weather as he bounded around the stage.
Read more: Daily Mail
Where’s the hair?: Nicole Scherzinger ditches the extensions for a topknot as The X Factor auditions hit Birmingham
She’s known for her long, flowing ebony locks.
But Nicole Scherzinger looked a little light in the hair department as she sported a thin topknot at the Birmingham leg of the ITV1 talent show auditions on Monday.
Commanding attention as she posed up a storm for the photographers, the 34-year-old singer’s usual sexy waves were replaced by the severe look, put together with a plunging monochrome minidress featuring a stylish jagged hem.
Read more: Daily Mail
‘Nicole looks so beautiful, it’s confusing my sexuality….’: Scherzinger leaves Caroline Flack speechless with her bodycon outfit for latest X Factor auditions
She’s been romantically linked to stars including Harry Styles and James Arthur.
But Caroline Flack admitted she was confused about her sexuality after seeing Nicole Scherzinger’s outfit choice for the latest round of X Factor auditions in Manchester on Friday.
The former Pussycat Dolls star looked incredible in a bodycon purple Herve Leger dress which clung to her enviably toned figure as she posed up outside the Old Trafford Centre.
Read more: Daily Mail
The downside of shoulder-robing! Nicole Scherzinger hands disappear beneath her coat as she arrives for X Factor auditions
It’s was the perfect outfit choice for the changeable British weather.
But Nicole Scherzinger discovered the downside to her shoulder-robing on Thursday as she arrived for the X Factor auditions in Manchester.
The 34-year-old star’s outerwear choice entirely concealed her arms and hands, making for a humorous image as she made her way into the Old Trafford Centre to see more of this year’s hopefuls.
Read more: Daily Mail
Nicole Scherzinger goes for gothic glamour as she shows off her washboard stomach in black PVC crop top and miniskirt
When it comes to her outfit choices, Nicole Scherzinger is just as capable of pulling off fun and feminine as serious and sexy.
But on Saturday, the X Factor judge opted for full on gothic glamour as she arrived for the third day of auditions in Manchester.
Nicole ignored the rainy weather as she posed up on the red carpet outside the city’s Trafford Centre ahead of judging the next round of hopefuls.
Read more: Daily Mail
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Irish Charts
Singles
1 Robin Thicke – Blurred Lines (feat. T.I. & Pharrell Williams)
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10 Olly Murs – Dear Darlin’
31 Union J – Carry You
57 One Direction – One Way Or Another (Teenage Kicks)
67 One Direction – One Thing
73 Olly Murs – Troublemaker (feat. Flo Rida)
92 Olly Murs – Army of Two
99 One Direction – Live While We’re Young
Albums
1 Daft Punk – Random Access Memories
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12 Olly Murs – Right Place, Right Time
19 One Direction – Take Me Home
23 One Direction – Up All Night
33 Little Mix – DNA
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The Official Charts
Singles
1 Robin Thicke – Blurred Lines (feat. T.I. & Pharrell Williams)
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5 Olly Murs – Dear Darlin’
15 Union J – Carry You
72 Olly Murs – Troublemaker (feat. Flo Rida)
80 Olly Murs – Army of Two
92 One Direction – One Way Or Another (Teenage Kicks)
94 Little Mix – How Ya Doin’? (feat. Missy Elliott)
Albums
1 Black Sabbath – 13
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12 Olly Murs – Right Place, Right Time
55 One Direction – Take Me Home
73 One Direction – Up All Night
99 Olly Murs – In Case You Didn’t Know