'Beyonce is not pregnant'

London, March 27 (IANS) Putting an end to pregnancy rumours, a representative for singer Beyonce Knowles' record label has dismissed reports she is expecting her first child.

The news was fuelled by the 'Irreplaceable' hitmaker's publicist, Alan Nierob, who issued a firm 'no comment' on the story, reported contactmusic.com.

A spokesperson for Beyonce's husband Jay-Z also refused to answer press queries but now a Sony Music representative has reached out to insist the reports are 'untrue'.

The couple wed in April 2008.

Amy Winehouse feeling broody

London, March 27 (ANI): Amy Winehouse's father Mitch has revealed that she wants to start a family.

The 'Rehab' singer and ex-husband Blake Fielder Civil have recently reconciled.

"She's become so broody. She loves kids, especially all our little cousins," the Daily Express quoted Mitch, as saying.

He added: "She's been talking about having a baby and is now at the age where she wants to have a baby. But I can't see her settling down with 15 children just yet."

Winehouse and Fielder Civil had divorced in July last year. (ANI)

Johnny Depp makes directorial debut with music video

London, March 27 (ANI): Johnny Depp has made his directorial debut with the latest music video of British band 'Babybird'.

The 'Alice In Wonderland' star apparently filmed the promo for track 'Unloveable' in September last year, reports JustJared.com.

Depp has played guitar in the song too, reports the Daily Star.

Apparently he was even interested in joining the group in their U.K. tour. However, frontman Stephen Jones revealed it had been cancelled over security issues.

Also, Depp funded the recording of the band's latest album. (ANI)

Simon Cowell to receive International Emmy award

London, March 27 (ANI): Simon Cowell is set to receive an International Emmy award for his contribution to television work.

The organisers in the US said that the creator of 'The X Factor' had redefined television viewing.

Organisers said, Cowell had "reshaped 21st century television and music around the world."

Meanwhile, Cowell said he was "delighted" to be honored for his efforts.

"I've been very lucky to make the shows I love," the BBC News quoted him as saying.

International Academy president Bruce Paisner said: "Simon Cowell is an entrepreneur and performer in equal measure.

"He has built an international empire, and in so doing has changed the face of television around the world."

Cowell will collect his Founders award in New York on 22 November. (ANI)

Producer Rodney Jerkins likens Lady Gaga to MJ

London, Mar 27 (ANI): Comparing Lady Gaga to Michael Jackson, super-producer Rodney Jerkins has said that the eccentric singer could build a career to rival the late King of Pop's.

Jerkins worked with the late superstar on his final studio album, 2001's 'Invincible', and produced Gaga's latest hit single 'Telephone'.

The music mogul has confessed that he is extremely impressed with the 'Poker Face' hitmaker, and is sure that she can go on to become a music legend just like Jackson.

"We haven't seen an artist like Gaga in a long time - we haven't seen an artist that really has no fear. I remember Michael Jackson used to tell me he was crucified for doing Thriller, but he had to do what he felt was needed at that time. I'm just happy to be part of history," the Daily Express quoted him as telling People.

"I've always wanted to leave my stamp on music, and to be able to say that I worked with Michael Jackson and now I'm working with Lady Gaga, who'll probably go down in history as one of the best female entertainers of all time," added Jerkins. (ANI)

Hit TV show '24' to be axed

London, March 27 (IANS) Hit American TV show '24' is about to be axed.

'It's very bittersweet, '24' was the greatest learning experience of my career so far,' thesun.co.uk quoted Hollywood actor Star Kiefer Sutherland, who plays anti-terror agent Jack Bauer in the show, as saying.

Even though the show is not being telecast in India, it became a hit in the country through the internet when Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor appeared as a guest on it.

Sutherland was considering plans for a film based on the show, which had eight series.

Britney Spears' Twitter hacker arrested

London, March 26 (IANS) Frenchman Francois Cousteix has been arrested on charges of stalking US pop star Britney Spears' twitter account.

'I am not a hacker. I am a kind pirate. I did not act with a destructive aim... I wanted to warn them, to show up the faults in the system,' said Cousteix.

The accused also faces allegations of illegally accessing online web pages of US President Barack Obama and British singer Lilly Allen.

He faces up to two years in prison and a $40,000 fine if convicted on charges of breaking into a data system, reported contactmusic.com.