Howie Mandel Says Fight Against OCD Has Been Torturous

Comedian Howie Mandel has revealed that he has had to struggle for his entire life with a phobia of germs. During an interview with Piers Morgan on his CNN talkshow; Piers Morgan Tonight, Mandel revealed that his lifelong battle against his obsessive-compulsive disorder has, at times been torturous. He also added that he is aware that people make fun of his disorder… “It’s very serious. It’s something I’ve been afflicted with all my life. It’s really who I am. I wish I wasn’t, but it’s who I am. I’m thrilled that I have coping skills… I know that people make jokes about it, but you have no idea that it’s really torture to me. He…

Katie Price Laughs Off Argentine Model Rumours

Former glamour model and reality TV star Katie Price has dismissed suggestions that she is dating Argentinian model Leandro Penna. Price was photographed embracing the 25 year old model at a post Oscar party which fuelled speculation that Price was romantically involved with him. Price then added more fuel to the flames by posting an image on her Twitter page which showed Price and Penna with friends Gary Cockerill and Phil Turner. The following tweet accompanied the pic… “Having dinner and fun with friends.” She followed that tweet with this one… “Leandro is great looking guy -we are only friends though! (sic)” It seems that Price is having fun messing around with the press on…

Ben Affleck Says Congo Is On The Brink

Daredevil star Benn Affleck has urged US lawmakers to give more money to the Democratic Republic of Congo or run the risk of facing a possible humanitarian crisis. Affleck revealed that he has just recently come back from the Congo. Affleck testified before the Human Rights subcommittee earlier in the week and warned them that the Congolese public could be in danger if safe and legitimate elections do not take place this year… “Having just returned from the Congo last month I can assure you that Congo is on the brink. Since my first visit in 2006, I have witnessed efforts to improve governance, promote economic growth, and reduce conflict. Unfortunately, despite some positive movement,…

Rob Lowe To Replace Charlie Sheen On Two And A Half Men?

With the news that Warner Bros has fired Charlie Sheen from the hit sitcom Two and a Half Men, the internet is full of rumours about who is likely, should Warner Bros want to continue the show, to replace the troubled Sheen. At this moment in time, the front runner is thought to be another faded 80’s movie star Rob Lowe who resurrected his own career a few years back with his role in the critically acclaimed The West Wing. Anyway, Warner Bros confirmed Sheen’s dismissal with a statement they released on Monday… “After careful consideration, Warner Bros Television has terminated Charlie Sheen’s services on Two and a Half Men effective immediately,” While Sheen responded…

Noomi Rapace Talks Alien Spinoff

Actress Noomi Rapace has been talking to MTV News about the upcoming Alien spinoff; Prometheus. Rapace, who starred in the Swedish version of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo talked to MTV about her character and admitted that there are some similarities between her and iconic Aliens protagonist Ripley… “She’s definitely her own [character]. She’s a scientist and is very bright. She’s a believer. I think there are some similarities [to Ripley], but she’s very much her own. I don’t think people will compare her so much to Ripley once they see the movie.” She then added that she feels honoured to be working with a director of Ridley Scott’s stature… “It’s a great honour…