LIL' KIM BRINGS OUT MISSY ELLIOT, EVE, JUELZ SANTANA DURING NEW YORK CITY SHOW

Lil' Kim returned to the Big Apple with some famous friends in tow.

Last night, Lil' Kim performed at the Bronx's Paradise Theater as part of her "Return of the Queen" tour.

During the performance, the Queen Bee brought out Missy Elliott and Eve to run through the remix for "Hot Boyz." Additional songs performed during the set included "Black Friday," "Crush On You" and "No Time," also inviting Juelz Santana to take the stage to run through his verse from Lloyd Banks' "Beamer, Benz, or Bentley." Fred the Godson appeared mid-show to rip "Monique's Room (I Don't Give a Fuck)."

DAVID BECKHAM CARRIES THE OLYMPIC FLAME

 Completing one of the most recognized tasks around the world, David Beckham carried the Olympic torch to the Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose in Cornwall, England yesterday afternoon (May 18).

The British soccer star took part in the torches’ presentation as it begins its relay today (May 19), which will take it on an 8,000-mile journey across England with a detour to visit the Irish capital of Dublin. It will culminate in the flame being brought to the Olympic Stadium for the opening of the Games on July 27.

"This is a big acceleration of the heartbeat," London Mayor Boris Johnson said as he summed up the moment. "This is the final furlong for us."

Although the 37-year-old heartthrob has never competed in the Olympic games, he is definitely interested adding, “Obviously, I'd love to. I've always made it clear that I love representing my country. I've done that quite a few times."

 

VAN VICKER, ANGELA OKORIE TO HOST NAFCA 2012

The duo of Van Vicker and Angela Okorie will be hosting the second annual Nollywood and African Film Critics’ Awards (NAFCA) which holds on September 15 and 16, 2012 in North Carolina, US.

The 34-year-old Ghanaian born actor, who started his active acting career in 2003 with Ghanaian TV series ‘Sun City‘; will be hosting the event with Nigerian counterpart Angela Okorie-a Nollywood actress.

According to the organisers of the event, NAFCA ‘is an award ceremony in North America for the African Movie industry worldwide and it serves as an award of merit for distinctive achievement’.  Also the essence of the award is to boost movies and film makers from across Africa.

The two-day event which holds every second week in September will begin with a Nollywood summit, movie premiere and an after party on Saturday, September 15 at the Carolina Museum of Art, US. The awards proper will hold on Sunday, September, 16, 2012 at the Carolina Theatre Durham, North Carolina, US.

Organisers say some percentage of the tickets sales and sponsorship grants will be donated to North Carolina International Mission – a charity organisation fighting hunger and building schools in Africa.

JESSICA ALBA: BUSINESS SAVY DIVA

Keeping busy in her many business endeavors, Jessica Alba was spotted heading into a meeting in Beverly Hills, CA on Friday (May 18).

The founder of “The Honest company” looked business chic in a red knee length dress that she paired with a black leather jacket and pointed toe black pumps as she was seen feeding her meter before heading inside.

Shortly after her meeting, the busy mom of two headed back to Santa Monica, CA to her own offices after a quick outfit change. The "X-Men" star opted for a more relaxed outfit this time sporting teal skinny jeans, a white v neck shirt and red vest while heading in with her hands full.

In other news, the 31-year-old actress was just named one of the top 100 most creative people in business this year by Fast Company for her eco-friendly line that produces baby and household products.

When talking about her company in comparison to the many other lines out there Alba says, “I was sick of people saying, ‘This is our green line, it costs a dollar more,’ but it’s the same stuff that’s in everything else,” adding, “They deleted one fragrance, but it still has tons of carcinogens. Like, really?”

CHERYL COLES'S UNDERCOVER CANNES ARRIVAL

Unsuccessful in her attempt to avoid being noticed, Cheryl Cole covered up as she arrived with her entourage and a group of security guards at the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport in Nice, France on Saturday (May 19).

The British songstress looked chic in skinny black leather pants and a grey and black sweatshirt as she skirted by the shutterbugs under a black wrap scarf and sunglasses

Just as Miss Cole was arriving in France for the Cannes Film Festival, more exciting career news has been confirmed - as the pop star, along with Kylie Minogue, will be performing on "The Voice" UK stage on May 27th to mark the semi-final weekend.

Cheryl will be performing her new single "Call My Name" off of her forthcoming third studio album "A Million Lights" - with the disc due out on June 18th.

EVA LONGORIA & EDUARDO CRUZ'S ROMANTIC CANNES CRUISE

 

Spending a little time having fun, Eva Longoria and her boyfriend Eduardo Cruz were spotted leaving a yacht party at the Cannes Film Festival in France last night (May 18).

The sexy couple appeared to be having a good time as the 37-year-old got some assistance off the lavish boat while rocking a gorgeous silver dress and matching strappy heels.

In other news, the “Desperate Housewives” star has been busy keeping her more than 3.4 million follows up-to-date while at Cannes as she recently tweeted, “Pouring rain, doing the Today show wearing my dear friend @victoriabeckham dress!”

The beautiful actress appeared on the “Today Show” wearing a gorgeous white dress made by Victoria Beckham and has recently been named one of the best dressed at the event by Fox News.

 

LADY GAGA ARRIVES IN PHILIPPINES AMIDST CALLS TO BAN CONCERT

Controversial pop star and Grammy award winning artist Lady GagaLady Gaga was on board a private plane when she arrived last night at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport for a two-night concert at SM Arena in Pasay City on May 21 and 22 as part of her “Born This Way Ball” tour, amidst calls by several religious groups to ban her performance because they believed she was making a ‘mockery of Christianity,’ ABS-CBN News said.

Former Manila congressman and Pastor Benny Abante Jr. of the Metropolitan Baptist Church “Yung isang kanta ‘yung (one of her songs) ‘Born This Way,’ it’s also telling the young people na you can do anything you want anyway you are born this way. It is not only immoral, it is a blasphemy. The Lord Jesus Christ is being maligned here and mocked.”

On Saturday, members of evangelical group Biblemode Youth, who believed the pop singer was ‘bad influence’ to the youth, marched along Roxas Boulevard to go to the venue and protest the holding of the concert but was stopped by police.

The city government of Pasay has warned Lady Gaga to refrain from “nudity, lewd conduct and blasphemy” at the Manila leg of her Asian tour or face violation of Article 201 Revised Penal Code of the Philippines under which those found in violation of “offending any race or religion” may face a penalty of P6,000-P12,000 and/or imprisonment.

SM Arena, in a statement said they have asked the producers to make the event entertaining “As a responsible venue provider, we have requested the production company to make the presentation entertaining, fun and stir away from controversial songs.”

KRISTIN CAVALLARI'S BABY SHOWER CELEBRATION

She's quickly closing in on her due date and, in celebration of her impending motherhood, Kristin Cavallari was treated to a festive baby shower on Saturday afternoon (May 19).

Held at a private Hollywood residence, the 25-year-old reality star was joined by around thirty guests including former "The Hills" co-stars Heidi Montag and Stephanie Pratt.

The momma-to-be covered up her burgeoning bump in a cute black maxi dress while she and her fellow partygoers noshed on Pink Salt Event Cuisine catered sweets including green and blue frosted cupcakes and a starry themed three-tier sponge cake.

Of the scene, a source told People magazine, "It was the perfect weather for a fun celebration. Kristin arrived with her mom. She looked stunning in a black dress with her hair in a ponytail. She was smiling and seemed very excited about celebrating her baby. Guests seemed to enjoy the shower as well and there was a lot of laughter."

With Kristin and her baby daddy, NFL QB Jay Cutler, being gifted with items ranging from strollers and high chairs to blankets and bath toys, another insider dished to Us magazine, "Kristin was glowing and gorgeous. She looked so happy! Guys were there, too. It was co-ed."

FACEBOOK'S MARK ZUCKERBERG MARRIES LONGTIME GIRLFRIEND

 Capping off the most eventful week in young and brilliantly successful life, Mark Zuckerberg tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Priscilla Chan on Saturday (May 19).

The Facebook founder and CEO said their "I do's" during an intimate ceremony held at his Palo Alto estate, with just under 100 family and loved ones in attendance to witness to beautiful moment.

Straying from the norm, guests weren't even aware that they were about to see the Internet billionaire marry his girlfriend of nine years - as they thought that the party invite was to celebrate Miss Chan's recent graduation from UCSF medical school.

After Mark placed his personally designed ruby ring on Priscilla's finger, the newlyweds and those in attendance dined on food from Palo Alto Sol and Fuki Sushi with the desert being Burdick Chocolate "mice" - which happens to be the same sweet in which the couple shared on their very first date at Harvard.

The wedding comes just days after Zuckerberg took his company public, with the CEO of the social networking site now worth an estimated $19 billion.

 

CHELSEA WINS 2012 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Schweinsteiger's side made it to the 2010 Champions League final

Chelsea wins 2012 Champions League in heartbreaking penalty shootout! You got to love the underdog in any sports matchup especially European football. Chelsea come into this final with injuries and suspensions but still braved their heart out in front of hostile crowd in Allianz-Arena's Bayern Munich home. Chelsea's manager Roberto Di MatteoRoberto Di Matteo had to pull his trick in a surprising pick on Ryan Bertrand to start his Champions League final instead of Torres.

Bayern Munich meanwhile came into this game firing in all cylinders but only Thomas Muller's goal made it at 83 minute to make it 1-0 for the German team. In the first half Bayern's offense fired 11 shot attempts with only 2 from Chelsea. Mario Gomez is not accurate in the first half, Robben and Ribery has their chances but not so lucky.

You must have to give credit to Chelsea's stonewall defense lead by Ashley Cole. Drogba who's been quite in the first half finally made his presence known with Drogba's first-time effort from the right wing only being blocked at 54 minute of play. The second time Drogba finally bring home the bacon with Juan Mata's corner shot finds flying power header by the Didier DrogbaDidier Drogba with just six minutes after Bayern Munich scored.

Check Drogba goal video, go here.

With scored tied 1-1 Robben has a chance to grab the lead in penalty shot but Cech saves it at 95th minute resulting to extra time. Bayern outnumbers shot attempts with 24 to only 6 by Chelsea, same strategy they adopted when they ousted Barcelona in the semi-finals as defense breakdown Bayern's offensive trio.

The 2012 Champions League must be settled on penalty shoot out. Lahm and Gomez delivered for Bayern, Cole had no trouble putting it in to tie 3-3, leaving Schweinsteiger and Drogba to take what were sudden-death kicks. This time Bayern badly miss David Abala who made his kick in shootout easily against Real Madrid in the semi finals.

Read more on Abala story , go here

Schweinsteiger beat Cech, but not the post which is way wide, Drogba step up the plate and bring home the bacon once again for the Englishmen making it 4-3 as the 34-year old fired home to send the Bayern crowd into delirium. Great finish by the warrior and Chelsea is the 2012 Champions League Champ! Roberto Di Matteo on Chelsea to winning the tournament, becomes the 10th Italian manager to win the European Cup or Champions League. Chelsea sub-captain Frank Lampard, told in interview: "I can't believe it. The determination we've shown ... we didn't play fantastic but the main man Didier dug us out of trouble there. It means everything. We've been so many years trying to do this."