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According to the latest reports, Canadian rock star Avril Lavigne and her boyfriend of almost two years, Brody Jenner, have decided to call time on their relationship.

This week, Hollywood couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt met the US President face-to-face. They went to the White House escorted by security guards, in order to discuss with Barack Obama inside the Oval Office.

According to America’s Star magazine, Jennifer Lopez is a generous girlfriend! Sources say the singer is reportedly giving her boyfriend Casper Smart an allowance amounting to $10,000 per week!

According to X17, Hollywood hunk Bradley Cooper and Avatar actress Zoe Saldana have reportedly moved in together.

Troubled actress Heather Locklear — who has had a previous history of psychological problems — has reportedly been rushed to hospital after she tried to mix prescription drugs with alcohol.

Hollywood hunk Ryan Gosling is reportedly sick of always being mistaken for fellow screen star Ryan Reynolds, and he actually hopes that next year he will be able to finally separate himself from the other Ryan.

According to the latest reports, Marc Anthony wants to fight with his ex-wife Jennifer Lopez for the custody of their three-year-old twins.

CoCoPerez.com reader Anna writes:

Hi Chloë,

I have very dry lips. I can use vaseline for lip balm for a while, but most lipsticks these days are full of oils, like shea butter and vitamin E. If I must, I can make some lip colors by mixing Vaseline with pigment, but I'd rather not. Any recommendations?

Best, Anna

Chloë Butcher's advice:

Hi Anna,

I love anything with Lanolin but that is again made with oil. However it is a brilliant moisturiser and lip conditioner. If you would like something natural but with a bit of colour you could try Proto-Col lipgloss which is a clever gadget in itself as it has a powerful LED light and mirror attached so easy to apply wherever you may be!

Do U have a question Chloë? Tweet her @ChloeButcher.

Daphne Guinness teamed up with photographer Indrani to shoot a short film inspired by China's most beloved legends Lady White Snake.

Check out the film's teaser in the clip (above)!

Director/actor/producer Kelsey Grammar has been announced as the host for the 64th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards.

Grammar has directed himself, including around 40 episodes of Frasier.

DGA prez Taylor Hackford said the following during his announcement:

We’re thrilled to welcome Kelsey Grammer as the host of the DGA Awards. With his acerbic wit, his mellifluous voice and his long experience in the entertainment industry, the evening promises to be just as irreverent, intimate and entertaining as always. We’re looking forward to it.

Other shows Grammar has directed include Everybody Hates Chris, Out of Practice and My Ex Life.

He has also nominated for his own DGA and can be seen on Starz' Boss.

Grammar joined in the guild in 1996.

[Image via WENN.]

But are you really surprised?

Next month, Chanel will be selling some fancy and colorful running shoes for the sporty fashionista.

The price? Somewhere between $795-$950.

Dayum.

Would U buy these Chanel kicks???

Faint magazine went all out for their first print issue.

Both the cover and spread were shot by photographer Alexandre Dubois and stars model Gloria Joo-Mee Kuchel wearing a variety of avant garde designs by Matcho Suba, Amelia Agosta and Prada Couture.

Our favorite piece in the entire editorial is the feathered mask. It's so creepy it's awesome!

[Images courtesy of Faint.]

This is so MAJ.

Gisele Bundchen is the lucky supermodel starring in Versace's spring campaign.

The first image hit the web today and shoes the Brazilian bombshell arching her back for Mert & Marcus on the edge of a pool wearing a studded leather bra top and skirt from Donatella's spring collection.

Thoughts???

Good news fellas!

The beautiful Charlize Theron is single for the first time in 13 years and is starting to go on dates!! Well... kinda.

The actress tells Ellen that since she's famous she can't get to know a guy with the paparazzi watching - so she invites her dates over to her house!

Charlize claims that these dates are nothing more than coffee.

Like we believe that! LOL!

Well then, hot damn, you are in luck!

Check out two new preview clips from tomorrow night's episode of American Horror Story, ominously titled Birth, one of which features an explanation to what exactly might be going on in the house, and the other with Dylan McDermott on the verge of discovering one helluva secret regarding his daughter (above)!

Ahhh! Everything has been building up to THIS episode!

Shiz is going to hit the fan!

The animation studio behind Corpse Bride and Coraline are back with another creeeepy 3D stop-motion animation that has a mixture of horror, supernatural, and comedy all rolled into one.

Norman is a young boy who is able to see and communicate with the recently-decease; so you can imagine that this movie is filled with a whole bunch of spooky craziness.

Wanna see what it's all about?? Check out the new trailer for ParaNorman above!

The UK's HM Revenue & Customs is sending a stern warning to those who showed their collections at London Fashion Week: don't exploit your interns!

Letters were sent out to 102 fashions houses after they discovered some were treating their interns like employees, but didn't pay them the national minimum wage.

Michelle Wyer, the assistant director for the National Minimum Wage, says that's a big no-no:

"These letters give fashion houses plenty of warning that they are under scrutiny. If they are not playing by the rules, now is the time to put things right. Non-payment of the national minimum wage is not an option. Our message is clear: don't wait for us to come knocking on your door; put things right now and avoid a penalty and possible prosecution."

Maybe all fashion weeks should adopt this policy because we all know it's happening in New York, Paris and Milan too.

This past Thursday we showed you the January cover of W magazine featuring a gorgeous, and half nekked, Carey Mulligan.

Now more photos from her shoot have been released and we're in love!

Carey looks stunning in her images below.

What do U think of Carey's photo spread?

Walmart might soon have even more legal issues to deal with.

Walmart Stores Inc has reported in a securities filing that it has started an internal investigation to determine if employees have bribed foreign officials.

The SEC filing yesterday states that Walmat began a voluntary internal review of its policies relating to its global anti-corruption compliance program.

They stated:

"The company has begun an internal investigation into whether certain matters, including permitting, licensing and inspections, were in compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

The company has voluntarily disclosed its internal investigation to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission.”

Looks like this might be a huge issue for the company to deal with, though they remain optimistic that it won't interfere with its daily business.

[Image via AP Images.]

Foster the People latest music video is online!

The third single from Torches, Don't Stop (Color on the Walls) has a very special guest star for its video.

Gabourey Sidibe!

The crazy video features a less than orthodox driving exam and the band and Gabourey get wild!

Check out the video above to see Foster the People's new hit.

OMG!

This girl is OBSESSED with beards! OB-SESSED!

She even went to a NYC beard competition to scope out all the men exciting her glitter.

According to our sources, she took some pictures of her own for her new website -- putyourbeardinmymouth.com !!! The site isn't up yet, but the domain has been bought!

LOLOL!!! Oooh, Ke$ha! Gurl! You are too much!!!

[Image via PHOTOSbyDASH.]

Did you hear that Lindsay? Dear old dad is about to have surgery. Better question - do you care? (Note: No one holds it against you if you don't.)

Michael Lohan was removed from his court ordered treatment center today in order to undergo heart surgery. Seems Papa Lohan is in need of some attention to an important artery that is current very clogged.

A few weeks ago, Michael had trouble breathing and his doctors believed the difficulty stemmed from his cold unfeeling heart. He is currently undergoing a procedure to "repair a blockage."

But once his ticker is back in working order, Mike will be returned to the treatment center -- and stay there until he is no longer so free with his hands and mouth.

[Image via WENN.]

At least that's what Lady GaGa is saying.

In the January issue of British Elle, the mag wanted to know the secret to perfect skin and Gagita quickly replied: "orgasms and spinach."

Ha!

And maybe throw some Ivory soap in there for good measure.

Well, orange you lovely? Hah! Sorry, we just couldn't resist.

Jessica Biel was shinning earlier today in London as she headed to the BBC Radio 1 studios.

Biel is overseas promoting her latest flick, New Years Eve.

The actress wore some bright orange pants, coordinating orange blouse, a large coat, which she then paired with some blue heels and matching blue handbag.

We're not sure what possessed her to go with that orange outfit, but we're not loving it. Her shoes and handbag, however, are fierce!

What do U think of Jessica's overall look?

[Image via WENN.]

What a beauty!

Former Wicked star Megan Hilty looked absolutely gorgeous at the Rockefeller Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on Wednesday night.

Before belting out the notes onstage, the blonde bombshell posed for pictures in her multi-colored Carolina Herrera silk gown with a pretty crimson belt.

Loves it!

[Image via Andres Otero/WENN.]

This isn’t good news for teen store fave Claire’s.

The accessories and jewelry chain which caters to the tween/teen population saw a decline in profits in its third quarter.

Reports show their income dropped 48% to $1.9 million. Last year they brought in $3.6 million.

And while their US stores saw a small 2.2% rise in sales, their European stores saw a 7.1% drop.

The company’s CEO revealed:

"While we are clearly disappointed with our same-store sales performance in both operating divisions during the third quarter, we believe we have identified the contributing factors and developed the actions we need to take to improve near-term and future performance. Our global team is dedicated to delivering the best possible result and I am confident in their ability to achieve our objectives."

As for their fourth quarter projections, it’s slightly down as well, primarily due to their European stores.

Let's hope they can get their numbers up.

When Miranda Kerr signed a contract with Victoria's Secret in 2007, she didn't understand what the panty brand saw in her.

This year's wearer of the Fantasy Treasure Bra revealed:

"I just remember the first time I met Adriana [Lima], she was so beautiful. I was like, 'Why would they want me? I mean, look at her. She’s incredible.' And then I met Heidi and Gisele and I was like, ‘What am I doing here?’"

Fast forward to four years later, Miranda's stopped comparing herself to other models and embracing herself for who she is:

"I always see myself as, like, equal to everyone. I can’t feel bad about being who I am, just like the girl next to me can’t feel bad about being who she is. A rose can never be a sunflower, and a sunflower can never be a rose. All flowers are beautiful in their own way, and that’s like women too. I want to encourage women to embrace their own uniqueness."

Umm, yeah. Whatever she said.

[Image via C Smith/WENN.]

Amidst all the tax fraud dramz, Dolce & Gabbana announced Felicity Jones as the face of The Make Up beauty collection on Monday.

The 28 year old Like Crazy actress' will make her advertising debut in January for the release of the Kohl Collection.

Congrats!

[Image via C Smith/WENN.]

The red peacoat is a winter fashion that will never go out of style!

And it just looks so great on Rose McGowan doesn't it??

We're assuming there's a grey dress under there, but underneath the grey dress are black stockings and sexy black ankle boots.

Rose has been looking extra stylish this year. She should show up on some Best Dressed lists!

[Image via National Photo Group.]

Got all that?

LOLz! We'll break it down for you!

Earlier in the week, we posted this pretty awesome cover of Frank Ocean's Thinking About You from Justin Bieber and Jaden Smith, and apparently, the actor's little sis Willow wanted in, as well, so she posted her own version!

Ch-ch-check it out (above)!

Nice little touch, right?

We think the three of them should get together and do it in the studio for Biebs' new album!

Just saying! It's a sick sound!

How classy!

Holly Madison decided to spend her Thanksgiving helping others.

She volunteered to feed those in need a hot meal at Hard Rock Cafe Paradise in her queendom of Las Vegas.

Hugh Hefner's former #1 tweeted:

Thanks to the Hard Rock Cafe on Paradise for having me to help serve the hungry today! so nice of them to do that every year!

We're proud of you, Holls! Giving back feels great, doesn't it?

Where do U like to volunteer?

[Image via Judy Eddy/WENN.]

Jessica Simpson and her baby's daddy Eric Johnson are Dallas bound for Thanksgiving!

The preggers designer was spotted at LAX on Tuesday with her hand over her growing bump in an all black ensemble, fur coat and orange heels to match her Hermes Birkin bag.

She's determined to wear those heels up until giving birth, isn't she?

[Image via Ramey Pix.]

Heidi Klum was at the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills on Monday showing off her QVC jewelry line.

The supermodel looked oh so professional in a white dress shirt, pencil skirt and leopard print Louboutins as she decorated the tree with Wildlife by Heidi Klum pieces.

We love how she dressed to complement her line!

[Image via FayesVision/WENN.]

Barbra Streisand made a rare outing this weekend, but it was for a very good reason.

Her designer BFF of 20 years, Donna Karan, was honored on Friday night at the Dream Foundation's 10th Annual Celebration of Dreams in Santa Barbara.

Babs presented Donna with the Founders Award for her work with the Urban Zen Foundation, which provides relief and comfort through forms of eastern healing techniques and meditation to those facing illness.

Congrats!

[Image via B.Dowling/WENN.]

Rihanna is gearing up to launch her second fragrance next month!

Rebelle is "built off the sexy back of Reb’l Fleur" and has notes of strawberry, ginger, plum, vanilla orchid, cacao absolut as well as coffee and patchouli.

RiRi's sophomore scent is scheduled to debut at Macy's in early December with prices ranging from $49 for a 1.7-oz. eau de parfum spray to $59 for 3.4-oz.

And for the ultimate Rihanna fan, Macy's plans to roll out a special holiday package that includes her new CD Talk That Talk, a 3.4-oz. Rebelle and a 3.4-oz. Reb’l Fleur for $118.

[Images courtesy of WWD.]