His family say the relationship is for real but gossips say it's a sham: So, is dancer Derek Hough really the right man for Cheryl Cole?

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By ALISON BOSHOFF

Real or fake? Cheryl Cole and Derek Hough take a stroll along the beach in South Africa, where the couple have been celebrating New Year


So, it appears to be official: Cheryl Cole is dating the dancer Derek Hough. They are currently enjoying their second holiday as a couple, and saw in the New Year together at a ­private party.

Since then they have been pictured ­strolling on the white sands at Camps Bay in South Africa - the closest they have ever come to looking romantic in public.

Since first being linked in February last year they have been very cautious about discussing the exact nature of their relationship.


Intimate: The pair were seen dancing at Preston Haskell's New Year's Eve party in Cape Town, South Africa


Hough tends to say with a smile: ‘I don’t know what you are talking about,’ if you ask him about Cheryl, and his family have been told to not speak on the subject.

Only last week Cheryl repeated her ­denials of any entanglement, telling TV chatshow host Alan Carr: ‘A lady doesn’t tell about these things.’

But friends including Strictly Come ­Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli and X Factor choreographer Brian Friedman have been saying for months that they are an item, and Hough’s ‘adoptive’ father Corky Ballas recently revealed on Twitter: ‘It’s no secret they are dating.’

Why, then, are they being so shy? Could it be that Cheryl is holding back for another reason? For it must be said that there is a strong waft of disbelief from doubters who question whether dancer Derek is, well . . . macho enough for Cheryl’s taste.

The suggestion has been made that their relationship is merely a ‘showbiz fauxmance’ one — an alleged affair conducted between friends that has the benefit of keeping them in the public eye and making both look more desirable.


Together: The pair dance together during a performance of Cheryl's single Parachute


The theory is that heartbroken Cheryl, 27, shows her ex-husband Ashley what he’s missing, while Derek, 25, gets to bolster his profile.

Certainly, suspicions have been rife in showbiz circles, led by celebrity blogger Perez Hilton who always, cruelly, files stories about Hough under the heading ‘Gay, gay, gay’.

But, as we shall see, he’s not the only one who has voiced doubts over Hough’s sexual orientation - based, it seems, on not much more than the fact that he is handsome in a pretty way, and makes his living as a dancer.


So who is Derek Hough? And what more is there to him than perfect teeth and an impossibly toned physique?

Even the greatest matchmaker would concede that he is a most unlikely partner for pugnacious

Geordie Cheryl. He is a born-into-showbiz trouper, with an extraordinarily complicated family background. He’s also a Mormon.

Born on May 17, 1985, in Salt Lake City, Derek is the son of Bruce and Marianne Hough, who’d met on a college ballroom dancing team in Idaho. After having three girls - Marabeth, Sharee and Katherine - came Derek, and then the youngest, Julianne.

Marianne had ambitions to turn her brood onto a new version of the Osmonds, and says that for several years she spent more time in her van than at home, devotedly taking all five of them to music and dance classes.

By the time he was ten, Derek was progressing in competitions in New York and Los Angeles in the field of Latin American dance, cheered on by his family.

At this point, fate took a hand. Famous dance coaches Mark ‘Corky’ Ballas and his British wife Shirley - then based in Dulwich, South London - were on a teaching trip to Utah and saw Derek and his sister, Julianne.


Spotted: One of the first pictures of Derek at Cheryl's hotel last year


They believed the Houghs were ‘incredibly talented children’ and offered coaching. At around this time, Bruce - now an elected member of Utah’s Republican National Committee - and Marianne Hough were separating. Derek asked Shirley Ballas if he could stay with her and study for a few months to escape the dramas at home.

Three months later, Julianne followed her brother across the Atlantic, and together with the Ballases’ son, Mark, they attended the famous Italia Conti Stage School in London.

Certainly, his ballroom dancing was outstanding. Under Shirley’s wing he won all the major titles in the junior and youth divisions, travelling the world to do so.

After a variety of dancing roles on the West End stage, Derek got his first chance in television thanks to Bruno Tonioli, who asked him to work as a choreographer on the BBC show Dance X - and he proved a natural.


Showmance? The pair have kept very quiet about the status of their relationship


A holiday in Tanzania followed in the summer (during which Cheryl, alas, caught malaria) and in the months since, there’s no doubt the couple have grown closer. But in what capacity?

Derek’s stepfather, Aaron Nelson, insists: ‘For Derek, this is true love. There is no doubt about it and it’s easy to see why - she is one hell of a girl. Very talented and incredibly beautiful. She is the girl of his dreams.’

It’s no wonder everyone is so thrilled for Cheryl. Following the humiliation she suffered with

Ashley Cole and his pay-as-you-go phone habits, she deserves happiness.

But is Derek the right sort of man to mend her broken heart?


Cheryl Cole-The Flood on the Royal Variety Live Peformance 2010


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Far away from The City: Reality TV star Olivia Palermo enjoys romantic day in St Barts with her beau

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By SARAH FITZMAURICE

Beach chic: Olivia Palermo enjoyed a romantic trip to the beach in St Barts with her boyfriend Johannes Huebl


She is an American socialite who gained notoriety as Whitney Port's frenemy on The Hills spin-off series The City.

And despite being a model, actress and launching her own fashion line 24-year-old Olivia Palermo managed to take some time out from her busy schedule to spend a romantic day at the beach with her boyfriend.

The actress-turned model lapped up the sunshine on the sand in St Barts with Johannes Hueble, who she has been dating for two years.


Sea view: Olivia and her boyfriend made their way across the beach to find a secluded spot for the day


The couple walked hand in hand as they strolled along the beach looking for a suitable spot to set down their towels.


Red carpet regular: Olivia is often snapped showing off her style sense on the red carpet. Pictured at the Whitney Museum in New York in October


And although Olivia’s behavior may have been questionable on the show her fashion sense never faltered.

The chic New Yorker is regularly found front row at fashion shows and she has already created a collection of necklaces in collaboration with Roberta Freymann.

Olivia is the daughter of real estate developer Douglas Palermo and interior designer Lynn Hutchings and grew up between the Upper East side in New York and Greenwich, Connecticut.


Olivia Palermo ~ Vogue Enero 2011



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Amanda Holden keeps her baby bump under wraps in a pink coat as she arrives for Britain's Got Talent auditions

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Glowing: Amanda Holden put a protective hand on her baby bump - but kept it under wraps - as she arrived for Britain's Got Talent auditions


She's finally able to be open about her pregnancy after months of secrecy.

But Amanda Holden declined to give fans a glimpse of her baby bump as she arrived for the first auditions for the new series of Britain's Got Talent in London today.

The 39-year-old, who revealed she is expecting a baby boy in March, covered up her burgeoning belly in a fuchsia coat with a giant bow strategically placed at her midriff.

Showing pregnancy isn't affecting her passion for fashion, Holden teetered in a pair of towering patent Mary Jane heels and carried a baby pink quilted Chanel handbag.

Writing on her Twitter ahead of the auditions at the Hammersmith Apollo, Holden revealed new judge David Hasselhoff would not be joining her on the panel and Louis Walsh would be covering for the ex-Baywatch star.

She said: 'Getting ready for BGT! Stomach churning! Micheal and Louis today. Think The Hoff is still "giving his Hook".'



Congratulations: Holden receives a congratulatory kiss from a fan as she arrives at the Hammersmith Apollo


Once inside, she Tweeted: 'Five mins until we're on stage! Micheal is pacing, I'm eating and Louis is checking his quiff.'

New judge, comedian McIntyre was given a huge welcome by the thousands of auditionees queuing outside, who chanted his name as he entered the building.

Despite expecting to give birth to her second child in March, Holden insisted it would not affect her work commitments for Britain's Got Talent and starring in the new West End production of Shrek: The Musical.

Holden will play Princess Fiona at Drury Lane when the show opens in May.


The new guy and the substitute: Michael McIntyre (left) was given a big welcome, while Louis Walsh stepped in to cover for David Hasselhoff


'Michael, Michael, Michael': New judge McIntyre was greeted by cheers and whistles from the crowd


The former Cutting It star will film the Britain's Got Talent Series 5 auditions over the next weeks, before returning to the judging panel in late May in time for the live shows.

The blonde TV star announced on Sunday that she and husband Chris Hughes, 37, were expecting their second child together.

She explained she waited so long to announce her pregnancy after she tragically suffered a miscarriage last year.


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The boys are back in 'toon': Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly are back as hosts


The couple, who married in December 2008, are already parents to daughter Alexa, aka Lexi, who turns five later this month.

Writing on her Twitter page on Sunday, she said: 'Just to let you know. I am 6 months pregnant with a baby boy!! Have had to keep it quiet until now!'

In a statement on her official website, Holden revealed her secret heartbreak last year after losing her unborn child.



Doting mother: Holden with her daughter Lexi, who turns five this month


It read: 'Amanda Holden and her husband Chris Hughes are delighted to announce that Amanda is 6 months pregnant with their second child.

'Their delight is increased by the fact that last year she tragically lost a baby.
'As they are sure everyone will understand they needed to get the all clear from the doctor before they shared their very happy news.'

In an interview last year, Holden admitted she had started getting broody.

She said: 'I'd love to have more children. I'm 39 so I'd be very lucky, I've got lots of friends who have waited too long. If it happens it happens. But I'm blessed with one.'

The former Cutting It actress married music executive Hughes at Babington House in Somerset in December 2008 after a five year courtship.

The couple announced their engagement in December 2004, but delayed their wedding after Holden fell pregnant with Alexa, who was born in January 2006.

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'Thank God David doesn't always look perfect,' admits a relieved Victoria Beckham as she covers British Vogue

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Telling all: Victoria Beckham recalls a morning husband David looked like 'c**p' in the new issue of Vogue magazine


Victoria Beckham has been unwavering in her love and devotion for husband David after 11 years of marriage.

But despite his athletic figure and metrosexual appearance, the former Spice Girl admits even he has his off days.

Just months after Posh declared her husband looked 'naturally good all the time', she appears to have changed her mind.

In a new interview with the UK edition of Vogue magazine, the 36-year-old spoke frankly about her husband of 11 years.

Speaking in the February issue of Vogue - her sixth Vogue cover - she said: 'The other morning I looked across at David just after he'd woken up and thought you look really c**p.

'Thank God, because this is a man who always looked so perfect.'

Her remarks were in stark contrast to an interview she gave to Marie Claire magazine in October.


Shifting power balance: Victoria, pictured at Los Angeles airport last week, admitted their marriage is evolving


She said at the time: 'He just naturally looks good all the time. He never looks like s*** in the morning. Never.

‘So he’s sitting there sending his e-mails, all ripped. Not an ounce of fat on him.

And I thought, you done good, girl. I sure wasn’t thinking of his high-pitched voice.'

Victoria's appearance in Vogue is the sixth time she's appeared on the cover of the magazine.


Was it his new haircut? David Beckham's, pictured in London at Christmas, new style hasn't gone down well with fans


She's already graced the covers of Russian, Indian, Turkish, German editions, and the British edition once before in 2008.

Also in the Vogue interview, she admits she's finally given up on her long hope for a baby girl.

She also confesses to having her breast implants removed and admits the power balance between herself and David is changing.

To find out more, visit Vogue UK's website www.vogue.co.uk.

• The full interview with Victoria is in the February 2011 issue of Vogue, on sale on Thursday 6 January.


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Baby bliss for Dannii Minogue as she shops with boyfriend Kris Smith and little Ethan in Melbourne

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Happy families: Dannii Minogue, Kris Smith and baby Ethan headed out for a trip to the shops in Melbourne

She has had a stellar year winning the X Factor successfully launching her own clothing line, and by the looks of things home life is just blissful too.

Dannii Minogue spent a family day out with boyfriend Kris Smith and baby Ethan in Melbourne enjoying the Melbourne sunshine.

The family enjoyed a day out shopping and there was no shortage of attention for their beautiful baby boy.


Yummy mummy: Dannii Minogue dressed in a figure-hugging calf-length printed dress and aviator sunglasses


Dannii, 39, and Kris have been enjoying some time Down Under now she is free from her X Factor duties.

The Australian singer jetted to Melbourne in December and has enjoyed a relaxing Christmas and New Year with her family.

And with the country in the summer season Dannii hit the shops in a calf-length printed dress and aviator sunglasses.


Baby baggage: Kris carried Ethan and the baby chair while Danni carried the bag


Precious load: Kris carried baby Ethan and towered above Dannii who opted for flat shoes


Dannii opted for a pair of crystal embellished flat sandals had her hair pinned back and was carrying a large oversized bag.

Salford-born Kris also made the most of the Aussie sunshine wearing a green T-shirt and khaki shorts and even little Ethan was dressed in a pair of blue shorts.

Although Kris carried the little bundle around for most of the day, Dannii cooed over her little boy and tenderly stroked his head making a touching family scene.


Daddy duties: Ethan looked comfy as he hitched a ride on Kris' arm


And it seemed Dannii couldn't resist getting a cuddle from Ethan and held him close as Kris did some shopping.

The family enjoyed a light lunch in a café followed by some shopping for hair products.

But it has not all been relaxation for the mum-of-one, who has used her time in Australia to promote her autobiography Dannii Minogue: My Story.


Mummy cuddle: Dannii cuddled baby Ethan as Kris was doing some shopping


And during a book signing in Melbourne Dannii was rather taken with a young fan showing her mind is clearly focused on children.

The X Factor judge has never made a secret of her desire to have a large family, saying recently: 'We've just bought a seven-seater car and I wanted to fill it with babies. I liked being pregnant, I really did

'I could definitely see myself having another one at some point. I'm not sure about filling the car. They can just bring their friends! It is really great now though.'

And she added in a recent interview that her rugby player-turned-model beau is also keen to add another tot to their family, adding: '[Kris has] put that on the shopping list: another baby!'




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Call the fashion police, Jude's broken the Law! Sienna Miller's beau sports weird jogging pant and jacket combo

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What are you wearing? Jude and Sienna arrived at Heathrow yesterday and Jude was sporting a rather strange outfit with cream jogging pants and a grey jacket


You would have thought that somewhere in their four suitcases he could have found just one outfit that matched.

But Jude Law made a serious fashion faux pas arriving at Heathrow airport yesterday, sporting a strange trouser and jacket combination.

The38-year old stepped out in a pair of cream jogging bottoms which he curiously teamed with a low cut white vest and grey jacket.


Low rider: Jude's scruffy outfit included a pair of cream jogging trousers with a low crotch and he sported a short beard as he flew into Heathrow with Sienna


He topped the outfit off with unlaced biker boots and displayed a stubbly face which made for a bizarre, and quite scruffy outfit choice.

As he canoodled with Sienna at the airport desk the crotch of his trousers were so low that it gave him a sagging bottom effect.

By contrast a make-up free Sienna Miller,29, was looking her stylish self sporting a simple but chic look.


Dont look! Jude and Sienna were aided with their luggage by Virgin Atlantic member of staff who couldn't help but take a quick peak at Jude's outfit


Sienna showed off her signature style in pair of skinny jeans, a navy jumper and a black leather jacket.

She also donned a pair of brown military boots and carried a dark brown leather handbag.

The loved-up couple who bought an £8 million luxury London home last month appeared refreshed and relaxed after their African jaunt.


All smiles: The couple appeared happy and relaxed after their jaunt to Africa as they made their way through the airport


Happy couple: The pair who have recently splashed out on a new London home were affectionate as they waited at the airport desk


The pair sauntered through the airport carrying their hand luggage as a number of helpers attended to their baggage.

They were initially helped out by a Virgin Atlantic staff member who pushed the trolley laden with their four bags.

Dressed in the signature red uniform, she contained her composure escorting the celebrity couple, but couldn’t help but take a quick peek at Jude’s bizarre trouser choice.

As they approached their car a smartly dressed man took charge of their luggage.

Jude and Sienna jetted back to London after holidaying in Nairobi in Kenya over New Year and the couple still seemed in holiday mode as they walked through the airport laughing and joking together.


Lady and the tramp: Jude and Sienna walked to their car and headed home


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Which AKB48 member is most desired for a “Kimono Date” on New Year’s Day?

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goo Ranking asked males the question of “Which AKB48 member do you want to go on a ‘Kimono Date’ with on New Year’s Day?”, and the result has just been revealed.

All the members look great in kimonos, but who is the most wanted member?

Check out the result below!

10. Sashihara Rino


9. Akimoto Sayaka


8. Watanabe Mayu


7. Kashiwagi Yuki


6. Takahashi Minami


5. Kojima Haruna


4. Ohshima Yuko


3. Itano Tomomi


2. Maeda Atsuko


1. Shinoda Mariko


To figure out who you would choose, watch the members’ performance in kimonos from their special New Year’s show!




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It's a new year, new start for Lindsay Lohan as she leaves rehab and gets ready to move in to a luxury Venice Beach house

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Beach house: Lindsay Lohan is moving into this light and airy beach house in the Venice area of Los Angeles


Lindsay Lohan is clearly hoping that the new year means a new start.

The troubled 24-year-old is reported to have left rehab today after a 90 day stay in the Betty Ford Clinic and is also ready to move into a plush new beach side pad.

The star is said to be renting the 3,100 square foot house in in the Venice Beach area of Los Angeles for just under $7,100 a month.


Luxury: Lindsay's new house boasts four bedrooms with large windows and fantastic views


However, the house is not yet ready for Lindsay to move in, so she is said to be staying at an 'upmarket LA hotel,' according to Radar.

The house comes with four bedrooms and four bathrooms and is said to be situated across the street from her friend Samantha Ronson.


New start: Lohan was released from rehab today


The house comes with four bedrooms and four bathrooms and is said to be situated across the street from her friend Samantha Ronson.

She and Ronson both used to reside in the same apartment building in the West Hollywood area of Los Angeles, but Ronson moved out last year.

Lindsay left the rehabilitation clinic, three months after she was ordered back for treatment by a judge after failing a drugs test.

She served the rehab stint in connection with her 2007 DUI conviction, after repeatedly failing to meet the terms of her probation.

This led to two stints in jail and two in rehab last year.


Modern: Lindsay's new home features plenty of open spaces and a trendy wooden staircase


Plush: Lindsay is said to be renting the pad, built in 2007, for around $7,100 a month


However, the star has signalled that she fully intends to turn over a new leaf.

She tweeted on Saturday:'Today is the first day of the rest of my life "The future depends on what we do in the present." -Mahatma Gandhi... One step at a time....'

Meanwhile Lindsay's father Michael Lohan told the CBS Early Show that his daughter was indeed turning his life around.


Stylish: Lindsay will have plenty of space for guests with four bathrooms in her new pad


Great views: Lindsay's new house is in the trendy Los Angeles area of Venice Beach


Lindsay's next court appearance is scheduled for February 25.

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Selena Gomez receives death threats from Justin Bieber fans after she's pictured kissing teen singer in Caribbean

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Troubled fans: Several young girls have threatened Selena Gomez's life, the Disney star is seen here taking a romantic stroll with Justin Bieber in Miami


Selena Gomez has received a string of death threats after she was pictured kissing teen star Justin Bieber while holidaying on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia.

The young stars have been coy about rumors of romance for several months, however the new pictures, which have surfaced online, seem to have confirmed their secret relationship.

Justin's fans, who are popularly known as 'Beliebers', posted several hostile messages to the 18-year-old Disney star on Twitter today.

One message read: 'Roses are red, violets are blue, @selenagomez if you'll break @justinbieber's heart I'm gonna kill you'.


So happy together: Justin and Selena can't stop smiling as they enjoy each other's company


Selena's fans have since taken to Twitter to show their support for the singer: 'Omg some of the things 'Beliebers' have been saying to poor @selenagomez are awful, it makes me wanna cry', one fan posted.

Selena and Justin have been keeping very close company in recent weeks.

They enjoyed pancakes at American chain restaurant, IHop pancake house in Philadelphia, and last month they were snapped warmly embracing after Selena attended Justin's sold-out concert at the American Airlines Arena in Miami.

Speaking to Us Weekly, she denied any type of romance insisting that they two were more like brother and sister.

'It was pancakes! Oh my gosh! [Justin is] one of my best friends…' she mused.

Selena also explained her feelings for Justin, describing him as 'family'.

'I love Justin. When he first started to come over from Canada his manager contacted me and he just said that he would like to meet me and he was just such a good kid…' she said.

'I feel like a big sister now, because I want to protect him.


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