SINGER Cheryl Cole fought back tears after getting a Christmas card from ex-husband Ashley.
Pal ... dancer Derek Hough
The 28-year-old X Factor judge received a festive message from the soccer star wishing her all the best in 2011. The pair divorced in September after four years of marriage but are still on amicable terms. A source said: "Cheryl felt quite choked up at being sent the card. "After all that has happened between them, she thought it was a nice gesture. "It has been a difficult year and as anyone who has been in love knows, the holidays can bring on a lot of emotion and nostalgia." Cheryl is spending the Christmas break with her family in Newcastle after deciding not to go to Los Angeles to see her dancer friend Derek Hough. She wanted to go home to see her brothers and is tired of travelling... around all the time. Though Derek, 25, was disappointed he still showed how much he cared for her by sending her a pair of diamond earrings. A source said: "He would have liked to have given her them in person but he totally respects her decision to stay in the UK. "He is hoping she will jet out there next week instead and see the New Year in with him."
Marriage over ... but Ashley and Cheryl Cole still get on
On sparkling form ... Duffy, Ellie Goulding and Eliza Doolittle
BIZARRE'S Christmas wouldn't be complete without our very own festive soundtrack.
To celebrate another exceptional year of the Biz Sessions, we invited some of our favourite acts back into the studio at The Sun HQ for a 12 Songs Of Christmas special.HURTS, OLLY MURS, DUFFY, ELLIE GOULDING, LABRINTH and THE WANTED are just some of the names who got into the festive spirit. So eat, drink and be merry and enjoy this feast of music...
A triumph ... Hurts finally brighten up their dark image
Ellie revealed she'll be spending a first Christmas with her Radio 1 DJ boyfriend GREG JAMES before performing a beautiful version of Have Yourself A Very Merry Christmas. She said: "I'm going to spend the day with Greg's family. "Greg doesn't really cook but I'm going to pitch in. I'm so excited about spending some quality time together. The year has been so hectic." Geezer Olly Murs grooved his way through a MARIAH CAREY/SHAKIN STEVENS mash-up, before admitting he wants to find KATHERINE JENKINS in his Christmas stocking. He told me: "She is gorgeous but I know she's seeing someone. All pretty girls are it seems."
Duffy
Hurts
Olly Murs
Labrinth
Ellie Goulding
Eliza Doolittle
Jessie J
The Wanted
Santa
Goldie Lookin Chain
Missing Andy
Foster and Allen
But he wasn't too disappointed, looking forward to a good old-fashioned lash-up with PROFESSOR GREEN, JLS and his mates from home over the Christmas season. "I love going out with my boys. And I'm going to get smashed Christmas Eve with all the local lads. They've been my mates for years." "I still live at home with my parents. The rest of my Christmas will be quite normal really. ELIZA DOOLITTLE ensured Christmas came early for my cameramen when she defied the cold weather to perform Santa Baby in a pair of miniscule hot pants. THE WANTED performed White Christmas, while LABRINTH did a take on Little Drummer Boy.
An Olly good time ... Murs sings for Biz
But despite having barely any time off over the past 12 months, the boys are hoping to catch up over the festive period. Siva said: "We're not sick of each other yet. Me and Jay are going to have a drink together on Christmas day. I'll be in Nottingham with my girlfriend's family so he'll be nearby." Tom added: "I might be joining them. I just found out there is some hate campaign against me in Bolton!" Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer was able covered by red hot JESSIE J, while HURTS aired their own festive single All I Want For Christmas Is New Year's Day. Frontman THEO HUTCHCRAFT and ADAM ANDERSON were going their own separate ways on the big day. Adam said: "It will be dinner for one. I might even have a curry." Theo jokily added: "I've spent all year with him so it will be good to get away." He added: "It will be so nice going back home and seeing mates. I've got so many stories to tell. "It's been a great year. Thanks for all the support."
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Soul queen DUFFY performed a cover of NAT KING COLE's A Christmas Song. And MISSING ANDY gave a great rendition of SLADE's Merry Christmas Everyone, while MISSING ANDY took a more gentle approach with Jingle Bells. GOLDIE LOOKIN' CHAIN chipped in with a comedy version of You'll Never Be Alone on Christmas Day. While no Christmas would be complete without the big man himself. SANTA pulled up in his sleigh to perform Let It Snow.
Official ... Ryan Reynolds has filed for divorce from Scarlett Johansson
And RYAN REYNOLDS has firmed up his split from SCARLETT JOHANSSON by filing for divorce. The pair announced their separation earlier this month, but the actor has now made it official by submitting the papers to a Los Angeles court yesterday. According to TMZ.com, Scarlett's response was filed at the same time and their assets will be split. Neither is asking for spousal support. In a statement announcing their plans to call time on their two-year marriage, the pair said: "After long and careful consideration on both our parts, we've decided to end our marriage. "We entered our relationship with love and it's with love and kindness we leave it. While privacy isn't expected, it's certainly appreciated."
SOCCER legend DAVID BECKHAM poses with pie shop boss pal Tony Lane after tucking into his favourite nosh - hours after a star-studded cocktail bash.
East London-born Becks, 35, ordered pie, mash and jellied eels at the cafe in Waltham Abbey, Essex. The millionaire ex-England star had earlier been at a Christmas party thrown by his wife Victoria, 36. Guests included comic James Corden and Posh's former Spice Girls mates. Tony, 49, said: "It was a shock to see him again. He was good as gold."
Nicollette Sheridan Removes Abuse Claims From $20M Lawsuit
Actress Nicollette Sheridan has removed claims of physical and mental abuse in her $20 million lawsuit against former employer, Desperate Housewives creator Marc Cherry. Sheridan sued Touchstone Television Productions, ABC Studios, ABC Entertainment and Cherry back in April in relation to her firing, alleging that Cherry slapped her in the face during a script dispute on September 24. The lawsuit claimed that Cherry “took her aside and forcefully hit her with his hands across her face and head.” Sheridan also accused Cherry of “behaving in an extremely abusive and aggressive manner toward the individuals who work on the show.” ABC said Sheridan’s claims were “without merit.” RadarOnline.com reports that on Friday Sheridan filed new papers, dropping the most explosive claims from her first filing. Sheridan dropped the claims of physical injury and emotional distress in papers filed to the Los Angeles Superior Court, reports the website. As a result of the new filing, Sheridan won’t be forced to undergo a physical and psychological evaluation. Per the agreement, the case will continue without those causes of action. The star, who was bumped off the show in April 2009, is still suing for wrongful termination and gender discrimination, in addition to other allegations.
Sonakshi Sinha has started toning up for her role in Joker in which she co-stars with Akshay Kumar. The actress is training under Yasmin Karachiwala at her fitness centre in Bandra. Yasmin helped Katrina Kaif get in shape for her Shiela Ki Jawani item number in Tees Maar Kha and has in the past worked with Kareena Kapoor, Imran Khan, Karisma Kapoor and Kunal Kapoor. Sonakshi shed a lot of weight for her role in Dabangg, but remained short of being svelte. Since then she has regained some of her lost weight. “Sonakshi has to knock off inches for Joker. Her role demands a fit and toned body. She has begun her workouts with Yasmin as preparation for the movie,” a source tells. Akshay Kumar who is co-producing the film says it will “be one of the most technically advanced movies made in India.” “The story moves from a village to NASA and well after that there’s some suspense involved.” Joker is being directed by Shirish Kunder and is touted as Bollywood’s first 3D action film.
Heiress Paris Hilton is sending you “warm wishes this Holiday Season,” while, naturally, looking like a sultry million bucks and posing on a throne. Hilton, seemingly channeling some sort of wanton bling goddess, revealed her Christmas card to website RadarOnline. As for her Xmas plans, “We will be spending Christmas in Maui, then Cabo for New Year’s. I can’t wait!” she told the website. She’s had a very eventful year has our Hilton. I wonder what her New Year’s Resolutions are… Merry Christmas, Hilton! My Hallmark card’s in the mail.
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Goldie Lookin Chain
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