Former X Factor duo Jedward had a near death experience in Dublin when they were trapped by incoming tide on the Malahide Estuary. The twins, who have found success in the Irish music charts and on Celebrity Big Brother since appearing on the ITV talent show in 2009, were with a third family member when the trouble arose late on Tuesday night. Jedward (PR) Their...

Dolly Parton's rep has strongly denied that she mimed during her performance at the Glastonbury Festival. The legendary entertainer, who performed hits such as '9 to 5' and 'Jolene' at the huge event, was a smash with the crowd in Somerset but was accused by television viewers of lip-synching, Her rep, however, said: "She sings live. Some people don't know an...

Cara Delevingne (sort of) addressed her sexuality in a new interview. The star was seen making out with reported girlfriend Michelle Rodriguez on several occasions earlier this year, but it is now believed that they have split. Cara Delevingne (Twitter) She told The Telegraph: “What do I think? I think people shouldn’t be scared of that. I’m young,...

Ed Sheeran is reportedly comfortably on track to net a huge debut at the US No1 spot next week. The star's second album, x, was released earlier this week, and should net a huge 6-figure entry on the Billboard 200 next Thursday. Ed Sheeran (Twitter) x is also looking good to land at the top of the UK charts as well, and will probably become the fastest-selling...

The female housemates in this year's Big Brother have been granted the Power for the coming week. In a new twist, rather than giving the Head of House status to one individual, bosses have given it to remaining females Kimberley, Helen, Danielle, Jale and Ashleigh. Helen Wood (PR) The move came following the eviction of Toya over rivals Ash, Marlon, Winston,...

Lindsay Lohan could be set to storm the London West End stage later this year. She's reportedly bagged a part in David Mamet's Speed-the-Plow, playing Karen; an ambitious secretary. The part was famously originated by Madonna back in 1988, and the play would launch in November in the capital. That explains why she's been in town! Lindsay Lohan - heading for the stage? (OWN) She allegedly said at a Jeremy Scott fashion show: "It’s the first time I’ve done a stage play or anything like that. I'm nervous but I’m excited." Lindsay's...

5 Seconds Of Summer are locked in a tight Number One battle with Ella Henderson. The X Factor contestant is the reigning No1 act at the moment, but the new 5SOS track is marginally ahead of her at this midweek stage. Will 5SOS be No1? (Packshot) However, Henderson's sales are reported to have picked up, and she is only 22,000 copies behind the Australian boyband's new single 'Ghost'. Elsewhere, George Ezra is looking set to chart at No3 with 'Budapest' and Demi Lovato is looking likely to enter just outside the Top 10 with...

Ed Sheeran has confirmed that he has teamed up with Demi Lovato on new music, as well as several other artists. The British hitmaker is preparing to release his own new album, x, in the UK on June 23; but has also been focusing a lot of energy into providing tracks for others. Ed Sheeran (PR) Asked by Digital Spy about Lovato, he said: "I know I said I wouldn't do any more writing for other people, but I just fell into a few sessions over the past couple of months. I did a tune with Jessie Ware, one with Usher and Skrillex, one...

Orange Is The New Black star Dascha Polanco has been upgraded to a series regular. The actress, who plays Dayanara Diaz on the hit Netflix show, has been promoted from recurring guest to full-time cast member in time for season three. Polanco (PR) She's not the only one: It was recently revealed that Samira Wiley, who plays Poussey Washington, has also been...

Nicole Scherzinger has revealed that Simon Cowell did not invite her back to The X Factor this year. Contrary to reports that suggested she stepped down from the panel, the Pussycat Dolls singer has admitted that she was never approached. She had judged on the 2012 and 2013 seasons; coaching James Arthur to victory on her first year. Alan Carr and Nicole...