I have to say when I saw the pics today of Gordon Ramsay being put through his paces by the Marines, I couldn't help but having a little chuckle. It was good to see the tempestuous telly chef sweating for a change, instead of his poor F-Word contestants.

I don't know about you, but I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with our Mr Ramsay. On one hand I find him incredibly charismatic and fanciable, and on the other hand I find him infuriating.

Do you remember when he said women know how to mix cocktails but they can't cook to save their lives? Well, I resent that. As my ex-boyfriends will tell you I'm no culinary genius, but I can just about hold my own in the kitchen. And in fact, I make a mean risotto.

Are men really better cooks than women? I think not. In my opinion they just like to show off about it more.

So US sources say romance is blossoming for Winona and Keanu. Wouldn't that be fab? I'd love it if after all these years they realised it was just meant to be and snatch their happy ending, just like in one of Winona's feel-good movies from the Eighties.

They'd be unstoppable. They could have a big lavish wedding, adopt a whole load of children and maybe have a few of their own. Keanu could even go on Oprah and jump on her couch while confessing his undying love. Hmm, perhaps that's not exactly his style, though.

Before you know it, it'd be Branjelina who? And Tom and Katie wouldn't get a look in.
Yes, they'd definitely be the hottest new couple in Tinseltown...

Much as I want it to be true, though, I just don't buy it. Think about it. They've known each other for about a squillion years, so of course they're going to be affectionate on set. And there's so much sitting around between takes that the natural thing to do is hang out in each other's trailer.

I really hope I eat my words as I'd love them to find happiness together - but I won't believe it till I see it with my own eyes.

What on earth was going on at the New York Sex And The City premiere? I think there must have been a mix up in the wardrobe department. Sarah Jessica Parker should have been the one in the standout dress, not Cynthia.

Why was my heroine trying to blend into the background by choosing a metallic effect gown like those worn by her co-stars? Come on, we all know who the real star of the show is. Forget this nonsense about them being equally important. It's Carrie we all want to be.

I have the name plate necklace and as many of her shoes as I can afford (and some that I actually couldn't), I drink cosmopolitans and, like her, practically live for fashion. And I'm not alone. The only serious falling out I've ever had with my gal pals came when the question of 'Which SATC character each of us was' came up. Let's put it this way - none of us was exactly fighting to be defined as Miranda. (Though at a push, I would have settled for sassy Samantha.)

So Sarah, darling - embrace the limelight. Steal it even. You made that show everything it is today.

Take That's nothing-short-of-spectacular return to the forefront of pop last year - how excited was I when they got back together? - clearly gave fellow Nineties pin-ups Boyzone ideas. Which is a good thing, of course! I spent many an hour in my bedroom practicing dance routines to So Good, singing Love Me For A Reason into a can of hairspray, and debating who was better looking - Ronan or Stephen. But that was over a decade ago - a minor detail the lads appear to have forgotten!

Because while Take That have embraced their maturity and set pulses racing - mine more than most, I must admit - in snappy suits and smart ensembles, Ronan and the 'boyz' are still prancing about in baggy silver pants.

Well, each to their own, I suppose. But from what I hear they've been hitting the gym a lot and are all in great shape - something the metallic trousers definitely fail to do justice to. If there were some newly pert rears in action on that stage it would have been nice to have been able to appreciate them. Sadly there's no photographic evidence, however, as all the snappers were sent out before the lads stripped off. Which seems rather strange. After working so hard to get back into shape, you'd think they'd enjoy a bit of appreciation, never mind a permanent record of the results!

No-one can accuse Brad and Angelina of doing things by halves, can they? Not only is their new South of France home an extravagant £35 million chateau with 35 bedrooms (a million pounds a bedroom, how divinely decadent!), a vineyard, a lake, a moat and a forest. But they spotted it from the air while scoping the area in their own helicopter. Now that's what I call house hunting!

They've said it's their dream home, so they're obviously big dreamers. A 1,000 acre estate complete with ponies, plus "a couple of million pound antiques to fill the place". What I wouldn't give to have the same financial flexibility.

Admittedly, 35 bedrooms might be just a tad OTT for just Cavalli and me. But it would certainly solve the problem of what to do about walkies when it's pouring. I could just let him loose on the ground floor after leaving treats in the servants' quarters - it would keep him on the go for hours.

I was fascinated to read that Coleen and Wayne are planning to give each guest at their wedding ceremony a live butterfly to release after they've exchanged their vows. I have to hand it to them, it's an original idea. I just hope the little fellas are stored carefully and don't get too hot in their little boxes...

If you speak to any of my nearest and dearest they'll tell you that I'm always, always running ten minutes late. For everything. But even I wouldn't turn up at the Ivor Novello ceremony half way through! Sounds like Amy Winehouse was a tad more than "fashionably late"... Even her dad Mitch seemed bemused when he had to take to the stage in her place to collect the award.

When Amy finally did show up though, in a really pretty floral dress - I wonder where she got it? I thought there was a distinct resemblance to some of the designs in SJP's new Bitten line - she was suitably excited about her win.

And she's said she's working on new material that's as atmospheric and 'love-lorn' as Back To Black. Fab! Despite being time-keeping challenged she's such a talent. I can't wait for a new album.

I've just read that Jordan - aka Katie Price - has set her sights on a future in equestrian competition. You've got to admit she's one driven lady! From glamour model to businesswoman, to married mum-of-three, to best-selling author, to pop star... and now horse riding. There aren't many people who can boast a CV as diverse and full as that.

Okay, I may be getting a bit carried away. I don't think Zara Phillips needs to worry about the competition just yet. But Peter Andre has bought his wife a "top quality" mount - called Dana - for her 30th birthday. And Katie is an accomplished rider. She's spoken in the past about her dressage ambitions, and keeps several horses - of which she is extremely fond - in the grounds of her Brighton home.

She's already got a custom-made, pink (naturally!) horse box. So who knows, she may well be turning up in the rarified circles of dressage in the future...

I'm in shock! Rhys and Sienna on the rocks? Tell me it's not so.

Agreed, they were never the most conventional of pairings - she's drop-dead gorgeous while he's more character actor than leading man - but as the relationship blossomed there was clearly had something very special about the lanky lad from Wales.

And Sienna's not the only one to eschew matinee star looks when it comes to love. Christina Aguilera and her music exec husband, for example. The ultimate glamour puss found romance with someone who looks a lovely chap, but isn't exactly your typical heart-throb. Ditto gorgeous Isla Fisher and that quirky Borat fellow. And remember Julia Roberts falling for country music star Lyle Lovett? She was so impressed by the rugged-face singer she ended up married to him - though the relationship did end in divorce.

So before you jump on the 'I told you so' bandwagon when it comes to Rhys and my favourite London party girl, hang fire. Wedding bells may not be out of the question after all.

Browsing the site today, I was struck by two very opposite celeb relationship approaches. In one corner we have Mariah's plans for an over-the-top, £2 million wedding extravaganza, and in the other, Amy's low key, practically non-existent anniversary celebrations.

Now I know her hubby Blake is incarcerated, but I was a little shocked to hear that she didn't visit him on the day itself. (In case you're wondering, she was apparently watching Kate Moss' ex Pete Doherty play in a charity football match instead.)

Mind you, they hardly have the most conventional of marriages, having been apart for most of it so far! I'll be watching with interest to see what happens when they're reunited on the outside - I hope for their sake they manage to sort out their problems and stay happy together.

Oh and on a completely different subject, what do we reckon about Gwyneth's sexy take on the Roman centurion look? Now you know how much I love my shoes, but I've seen those strappy sandals on the catwalks and I've never been sure. Gwyn certainly wore them well though. Could I get away with that toga-style dress in Funky Buddah do you think?

How much does pregnancy suit Nicole Kidman? I must say that seeing her on the red carpet all lovey dovey with Keith and proudly cradling her bump made me feel all warm inside.

If they're so loved-up now, goodness knows what they'll be like when the baby finally arrives. They were never so affectionate with each other in public before they were expecting, now it's all lingering looks and whispered sweet nothings. I really like that they're open in showing their feelings for each other.

And while I'm in a sentimental mood, I have to pass comment on Jonathan Ross telling SJP that he shed a tear during the Sex And The City movie. Aww, bless! Must remember to draw attention to the incident the next time I hear my male pals grumbling about how bored they are with the film being everywhere they look. See - it's clearly not just a chick flick if Wossy liked it so much!

Oooh, there's a new celeb romance for me to get excited about today! Kelly Osbourne's got herself a new man - a pro BMX biker called Luke. She's been talking about how difficult it is to find a decent date, so I really hope this works out for her. They looked really happy together at Café de Paris the other night! He's very different to her usual rocker types, but seems pretty as cool. I think they make a gorgeous couple, and have to take my hat off to the girl for looking so fab recently.

Kelly and her new boyfriend looking so loved up provided much-needed light relief on the relationship front this week. Everywhere else I look, it seems there's a couple splitting up. First Shania announces she and her husband are getting divorced after 14 years together... and then I read that Owen Wilson and Kate Hudson have gone their separate ways too. Hand me a Kleenex someone!

Better news altogether is Britney jetting off on holiday with her unlikely new pal Mel Gibson. I'd love to go on holiday with Mel Gibson! Those blue come-to-bed eyes and wicked, wicked smile... Sorry, was getting a bit sidetracked there. Anyway the fact that he's had his fair share of personal problems in the past should make him a brilliant person to advise her on getting her life back in order. Onwards and upwards Britters!

Finally, I can't bid farewell without mentioning Peter and Autumn's big day tomorrow. I hope the sun shines and everything is perfect. I imagine half of Canada will be on tenterhooks to see the bride's dress. I know I can't wait!

Wow. How totally amazing is Christina Aguilera looking at the moment? She's come a long, long way since she wore those not-so-sophisticated chaps in the video for Dirrty, that's for sure... She even makes an effort when she's just popping out with her husband. Check out those blue suede Christian Louboutins! Now there's a girl after my own heart. And what's more, she only gave birth to baby Max in January! She brings a whole new meaning to the term "yummy mummy".

Christina's not the only one looking incredible this week. She's got some hot competition in the style stakes from the lovely ladies in Cannes. Speaking of which, can you believe Jack Black confirmed Angelina Jolie's having twins? What a slip up! Still, at least now we know. And two new arrivals can only mean one thing - two highly alternative celebrity baby names to look forward to!

You can always rely on guys to be discreet - not! So it came as no surprise to see that, just as I was sharing my thoughts with you on Angelina's lack of due date, good ol' Dusty just gave the whole darn game away. The new Jolie-Pitts will be making their appearance on August 19 apparently

Considering who she's kept company with over the last few years, it's hard to imagine Victoria Beckham being star struck by anyone. Especially as her phone book must read like a who's who of A list royalty. So I love, love, love the fact that she found herself feeling like she ought to curtsy when she met Julia Roberts!

Oh, to have been a fly on the wall at that moment. I wonder what Julia thought about it all?

Although I love Pretty Woman (Richard Gere in a suit, what more do I need to say?), Julia wouldn't have that affect on me. Now Meryl Streep - there's someone I'd be pretty star struck by. She has two Oscars, she was in The Devil Wears Prada (one of my absolutely fave films of all time - mainly because of Meryl's fantastic performance and all those gorgeous shoes) and she's received more Academy Award nominations than anyone else, ever... The woman's a legend.

Curtsying issues aside, I have to say this news about Kelly and Billy maybe being back together also caught my attention. I know she's still not wearing her engagement ring, but I'm pretty hopefully they'll give things another go. He jetted all the way to London from South Africa to woo her back with roses and chocolates - which is definitely a step in the right direction. I wonder if we'll be seeing any new sparkly temptations entering the equation, too?

Well it was the moment I'd been waiting for - SJP and the other Sex And the City girls on the red carpet together to launch the movie. And while my brain struggled to compute the fact that these were actresses in front of me, and not in fact my heroines from my all time favourite show in the world, ever, I did the only thing natural for a self-confessed shoe-a-holic like myself - I got down to the serious business of checking out what they had on their feet.

Oh, I was in stiletto heaven. Sarah's monochrome Alexander McQueen peep toes were to die for. Ditto Kristin's lovely Louboutins. And Kim's Gucci strappy sandals were perfect for summer. Miranda, sorry Cynthia, had on a long dress, but I clocked her gorgeous Gucci peep toes eventually.

Can't wait to see what they wear for the big New York bash in two weeks' time!

By the way, did you see the story about Prince Charles' Transylvanian connection today? I almost fell of my chair when it popped up on the site. Who would have thought that the heir to the throne would hold such affection for - and have family ties with - the homeland of Dracula and The Cheeky Girls!

I have to admit when Brad split with my favourite Friend, I was devastated. And ever since he found love with Angelina, I've been rooting for Jen to find her own Mr Right. So I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed that her romance with this hunky John Mayer fellow is the real thing.

So far so good - I know I'd be impressed if someone flew from New York to Miami just to go on a first date! And she's been saying that he's the best looking guy she's ever dated (And yes, that does include Brad!)

Time will tell if they go the distance, but I've got a good feeling about this one. Good luck Jen - hope your new man's a keeper.

Looks like Jen's good luck on the relationship front has rubbed off on her Marley And Me co-star Owen Wilson too, who's back with Kate Hudson and apparently engaged, no less. So there's another rock for me to keep an eye out for!

Like everyone else, it seems, I was waiting for the first glimpse of Mariah and her new husband. Mainly to check out the bling-tastic wedding band I anticipated seeing on her ring finger. And I wasn't disappointed. Did you see it? No plain gold band for my favourite diva; she was in danger of blinding photographers with all those rocks! And Mr Mariah had one to match...

Speaking of couples, how sad to see Liv Tyler and her British hubby have split. I thought they'd be together forever. Just goes to show, you never can tell.

Finally, I can't sign off without mentioning last night's Classic Brits. What a great party! I'm kicking myself for not keeping up my piano lessons now. Talk about making classic cool. Before long kids will be aspiring to be opera singers instead of members of a boy band.

Roll on May 28 and the opening of the Sex And The City movie. I'm don't think I've been this excited about seeing a film since Titanic came out. Seriously!

The girls and I are going to make a night of it, starting with cocktails at our current favourite place in Soho. I know exactly what I'm going to wear and have bought a brand new pair of Jimmy Choo Loren patent pumps especially for the occasion. Carrie would be proud!

I can't wait to see if my heroine gets her happy ending. And what about man-eater Samantha? I wonder if time has tamed her wild ways. Apparently they've all moved on since the series. I'm really looking forward to seeing what they're all up to these days.

And in case you're wondering why the film's world premiere on Monday is in London rather than New York, it's apparently all down to scheduling. In fact the men in charge say the Big Apple bash will be even bigger than the British unveiling. Hmm, maybe I should be angling for a ticket to that one, too...

I can't help feeling a little smug, though, that the first global screening will be in the UK - and a whole two weeks before the red carpet is rolled out in America!

On my daily click through the News in Pictures section I noticed that Britney's been given more visitation rights to her boys. I've been rooting for her for ages so I'm absolutely delighted. Perhaps this really is a new start. After a rough year or so I really hope she can turn things around and get her life fully back on track.

She's got more appearances lined up on US sitcom How I Met Your Mother, too. Did you manage to catch the clips of her last appearance? I must admit, after seeing her chick flick Crossroads a few years back I was a little dubious about her acting skills - but she was a natural in her role as a ditzy receptionist.

I hope she doesn't turn her back on music and become a full time actress, though. I want to see her release an amazing album, go on tour (I for one would definitely buy a ticket!), and prove all her critics wrong. You can do it, Britney!

Scarlett Johansson really does seem to be the girl who has it all. Glittering Hollywood career, an album about to be released, a figure most women would kill for... and now a hunky fiancé to boot! Plus that gorgeous rock! Nice size, nice shape, decidedly covetable...

She's been dating Ryan Reynolds - note to self that there's more to Canada than maple syrup and ice hockey - for nearly a year now, which, let's face it, is absolutely ages in Tinseltown terms. So hopefully we won't have to wait too long for the wedding.

Scarlett's rung the changes on the fashion front since she first sizzled onto the screen, so it's difficult to imagine who'll design the dress. Although demure is probably out. Or where they'll hold the ceremony for that matter. She's a native New Yorker, but I guess the West Coast's a more likely venue - unless they do an Eva and plump for a romantic European destination. Either's fine, though, so long as they don't tie the knot in secret like Beyoncé and Jay Z or Mariah and Nick Cannon. I want all the juicy details!

Well, whatever they decide I hope they'll be very happy together. Congratulations, you two!

I don't know about the rest of you, but I'd love to ask Sharon Stone: 'How on earth do you do it?'. Attending that awards ceremony in a short black dress, her skin glowing, her hair soft and beautiful, she looks absolutely amazing! She's clearly found the secret to ever-lasting youth. If I'd never seen her before I'd put her in her thirties, if not her twenties...

She's hardly aged a day since she starred in Basic Instinct - and that was in 1992. I have everything crossed that I'll look as fabulous as she does by the time I hit 50!

Well, there's a sight I never thought I'd see. Sarah Jessica Parker - champion of £500-a-pair Manolo Blahnik shoes, style icon for millions of women across the globe (myself included) - wearing a dress that cost her £4.50. £4.50! What's more, if I hadn't been told how much - or rather, how little - it cost, I would never have suspected. It's really pretty. Perfect for summer. Well done Sarah for proving you can look fab even on a really, really tight budget!

Such a shame there's no UK outlet for her line. It looks like I'll have to take an extra case on my next trip to New York, as I'll be making a beeline to see what other bargains I can find on the rails. If it's good enough for SJP it's good enough for me...

All this Sarah Jessica Parker talk is sending my excitement levels over the Sex And The City film through the roof. Less than a month to go until we get to find out if Carrie gets her happy ending. I can't wait!

All the stars want to be on Ugly Betty! First up it was Victoria Beckham and now a real life supermodel - Naomi Campbell - has got in on the act with a cameo role. I'm pretty impressed to be honest - not only does it take a braver woman than I am to step out in bright red tights (have you seen them? Surely Naomi's the only person on the planet who can pull off that look!), but she managed to excel on the pitch while wearing massive wedge-heeled trainers.

And apparently, when she was practicing for the role she hit the ball so hard that it split in half! The episode she's in is apparently the end of season two finale - can't wait to see which stars are lined up for season three.