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David Beckham Is Retiring!

After signing a five-month deal with his current team, Paris Saint-Germain, in January, David Beckham has announced he will retire at the end of the season.

After signing a five-month deal with his current team, Paris Saint-Germain, in January, David Beckham has announced he will retire at the end of the season. In a statement, David revealed the reasoning behind hanging up his cleats, explaining, "I'm thankful to PSG for giving me the opportunity to continue but I feel now is the right time to finish my career, playing at the highest level. If you had told me as a young boy I would have played for and won trophies with my boyhood club, Manchester United, proudly captained and played for my country over 100 times, and lined up for some of the biggest clubs in the world, I would have told you it was a fantasy. I'm fortunate to have realised those dreams."

The former England captain, who began his career with Manchester United at the young age of 14, will retire with a decorated history in the sport boasting many on-field accomplishments, including winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League. David also took the field for the US as a member of the LA Galaxy for six years and had a stint with Real Madrid, winning titles with both to add to his collection with Manchester United. His storied career will conclude in Paris on May 18 with PSG's game against Brest. In looking to the future, David said, "Nothing will ever completely replace playing the game I love. However, I feel like I'm starting a new adventure and I'm genuinely excited about what lies ahead. I'm fortunate to have been given many opportunities throughout my career and now I feel it's my time to give back."

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Shia LaBeouf's Short — Directorial Success or Disturbing?

Shia LaBeouf released his latest directorial effort in the form of a short film he created for the band Future Unlimited's song "Haunted Love."

Shia LaBeouf released his latest directorial effort in the form of a short film he created for the band Future Unlimited's song "Haunted Love." The band's singer, David Miller, is featured alongside Shia's real-life love, Mia Goth. Shia himself stars opposite Mia in their upcoming project, Nymphomaniac, which was directed by the provocative Danish filmmaker Lars von Trier. Shia told The New York Times that Lars made casting the short "quiet easy" and that he "found a very special actress in Mia Goth. I pitched it to her on set. She agreed."

Shia's latest task as director takes a gory and somewhat disturbing turn involving eerie scenes of blood and death. Watch Shia's new short and tell us what you think — do you applaud him for taking risks behind the camera, or is it just too bloody to watch?

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Will Jennifer Lopez Return to American Idol?

Jennifer Lopez wore a sheer floral blouse to attend the 2013 nuvoTV upfronts at the Edison Ballroom in NYC yesterday.

Jennifer Lopez wore a sheer floral blouse to attend the 2013 nuvoTV upfronts at the Edison Ballroom in NYC yesterday. Jennifer has a special connection to the network since she is the chief creative officer for the new TV channel, which is the first English-language cable network for modern Latinos in the US. While showing support for her own crop of new shows, Jennifer chatted about making a return to another network, Fox, for American Idol. She left her answer about returning to the judges table open-ended, saying, "I don't know. That's the question of the moment. I loved doing the show. I've said that over and over. If it came down to it, and things were right, and it worked out right — we have a lot going on right now. For an offer to come in and for me to consider it, I would have to sit down and look at my next year." It was announced yesterday that Nicki Minaj is leaving American Idol after judging for one season, so there could be a spot open for J Lo.

Jennifer has been spending the bulk of her time in NYC after making an appearance at the Met Gala earlier this month. She could be making a more permanent transition to the East Coast since she is reportedly buying a $10 million home in the Hamptons.

David Beckham

David Beckham Is Retiring!

After signing a five-month deal with his current team, Paris Saint-Germain, in January, David Beckham has announced he will retire at the end of the season.

After signing a five-month deal with his current team, Paris Saint-Germain, in January, David Beckham has announced he will retire at the end of the season. In a statement, David revealed the reasoning behind hanging up his cleats, explaining, "I'm thankful to PSG for giving me the opportunity to continue but I feel now is the right time to finish my career, playing at the highest level. If you had told me as a young boy I would have played for and won trophies with my boyhood club, Manchester United, proudly captained and played for my country over 100 times, and lined up for some of the biggest clubs in the world, I would have told you it was a fantasy. I'm fortunate to have realized those dreams."

The former England captain, who began his career with Manchester United at the young age of 14, will retire with a decorated history in the sport boasting many on-field accomplishments, including winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League. David also took the field for the US as a member of the LA Galaxy for six years and had a stint with Real Madrid, winning titles with both to add to his collection with Manchester United. His storied career will conclude in Paris on May 18 with PSG's game against Brest. In looking to the future, David said, "Nothing will ever completely replace playing the game I love. However, I feel like I'm starting a new adventure and I'm genuinely excited about what lies ahead. I'm fortunate to have been given many opportunities throughout my career and now I feel it's my time to give back."

Miranda Kerr

Miranda Kerr Strips Down For a Sexy Bikini Shoot

Miranda Kerr modeled two skimpy black swimsuits during a photo shoot with fashion photographer Mariano Vivanco today in Miami.

Miranda Kerr modeled two skimpy black swimsuits during a photo shoot with fashion photographer Mariano Vivanco today in Miami. Miranda shared her excitement about the session by posting a picture of herself with Marino on Instagram. She also posted on social media over the weekend, when she proclaimed she had the "Best Mothers Day ever with my little man."

While Miranda was hard at work flaunting her figure, she was also in the spotlight for her connection to the infamous teenage robbery scheme that took place in 2008 and 2009. Lingerie was reportedly stolen from Miranda as part of the heist by the group of teenagers dubbed The Bling Ring, who targeted numerous celebrity homes throughout LA. The news was announced at an interesting time, since Sofia Coppola‘s film adaptation of the story, The Bling Ring, starring Emma Roberts, debuts at the Cannes Film Festival tomorrow.

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Natalie Treats Aleph to the Perfect Park Day in Paris

Natalie Portman treated her son, Aleph Millepied, to a fun afternoon around Paris yesterday after spending Mother's Day weekend together in LA.

Natalie Portman treated her son, Aleph Millepied, to a fun afternoon around Paris yesterday after spending Mother's Day weekend together in LA. She took her little one for a ride on a carrousel in the Jardin des Plantes followed by a stroll through a flowery park. The mother-son duo are getting comfortable in their home base of Paris, where they'll soon take up residence since Natalie's husband, Benjamin Millepied, acquired the position as the new director of dance at the Paris Opera Ballet beginning in September.

Natalie is fitting in quality time with Aleph before her work schedule picks up with new projects. She is currently signed on for Jane Got a Gun along with recently added costar Ewan McGregor, and she's also reportedly set to star as Lady Macbeth opposite Michael Fassbender in the big-screen adaptation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth.

Miranda Kerr Strips Down For a Sexy Swimsuit Shoot

Miranda Kerr modelled two skimpy black swimsuits during a photo shoot with fashion photographer Mariano Vivanco yesterday in Miami.

Miranda Kerr modelled two skimpy black swimsuits during a photo shoot with fashion photographer Mariano Vivanco yesterday in Miami. Miranda shared her excitement about the session by posting a picture of herself with Marino on Instagram. She also posted on social media over the weekend, when she proclaimed she had the "Best Mothers Day ever with my little man."

While Miranda was hard at work flaunting her figure, she was also in the spotlight for her connection to the infamous teenage robbery scheme that took place in 2008 and 2009. Lingerie was reportedly stolen from Miranda as part of the heist by the group of teenagers dubbed The Bling Ring, who targeted numerous celebrity homes throughout LA. The news was announced at an interesting time, since Sofia Coppola‘s film adaptation of the story, The Bling Ring, starring Emma Roberts, will shortly debut at the Cannes Film Festival.

Leo, Carey and the Gatsby Crew Get the Cannes Party Started

Leonardo DiCaprio suited up to join his The Great Gatsby leading lady, Carey Mulligan, to kick off the Cannes Film Festival with a glamorous photo call for their film yesterday.

Leonardo DiCaprio suited up to join his The Great Gatsby leading lady, Carey Mulligan, to kick off the Cannes Film Festival with a glamorous photo call for their film yesterday. Leo and Balenciaga-clad Carey were joined by the rest of their co-stars, Isla Fisher, Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, Elizabeth Debicki, as well as the film's director, Baz Luhrmann, as the annual festival got under way in the South of France. It was a busy day for the Gatsby crew, who also participated in a press conference to discuss the film that opened in the US last Friday (it opens in Australia on May 30). The Great Gatsby boasted impressive numbers in its first week, raking in $51.1 million from its US debut.

Leo and his long-time friend Tobey Maguire were reunited at the festival after pairing up earlier this week in NYC. Tobey showed his support at Leonardo's Christie's auction, which raised $35 million to benefit environmental and wildlife conservation efforts, a cause that is backed by the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation.

Kate Moss

Kate Moss Supports a Good Friend in Fringe

Kate Moss dressed down in a suede jacket adorned with fringe to show her support for her close pal, famed photographer David Bailey, during a charitable evening out at the Bulgari Hotel in London last night.

Kate Moss dressed down in a suede jacket adorned with fringe to show her support for her close pal, famed photographer David Bailey, during a charitable evening out at the Bulgari Hotel in London last night. Kate's relationship with David dates back many years, since she has posed for the highly regarded British photographer on multiple occasions over her modeling career. The event, which was hosted by David, included a charity auction benefiting Marie Curie Cancer Care to celebrate the launch of the Samsung Smart Camera NX300. Kate switched gears to friends after kicking off the week with family. On Sunday, Jamie Hince's parents, Carole and William, visited the Cotswolds, and the foursome stepped out for lunch.

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Leo, Carey, and the Gatsby Crew Get the Cannes Party Started

Leonardo DiCaprio suited up to join his The Great Gatsby leading lady, Carey Mulligan, to kick off the Cannes Film Festival with a glamorous photocall for their film today.

Leonardo DiCaprio suited up to join his The Great Gatsby leading lady, Carey Mulligan, to kick off the Cannes Film Festival with a glamorous photocall for their film today. Leo and Balenciaga-clad Carey were joined by the rest of their costars, Isla Fisher, Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, as well as the film's director, Baz Luhrmann, as the annual festival got under way in the South of France. It was a busy day for the Gatsby crew, who also participated in a press conference to discuss the film that opened in the US last Friday. Gatsby will make its European premiere tonight in Cannes. The Great Gatsby boasted impressive numbers in its first week, raking in $51.1 million from its US debut.

Leo and his longtime friend Tobey Maguire were reunited at the festival after pairing up earlier this week in NYC. Tobey showed his support at Leonardo's Christie's auction, which raised $35 million to benefit environmental and wildlife conservation efforts, a cause that is backed by the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation.

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Prince Harry Gets His Game On

Although Prince Harry was in NYC, he may have felt a bit at home as he hopped on a special London tour bus with UK Prime Minister David Cameron.

Although Prince Harry was in NYC, he may have felt a bit at home as he hopped on a special London tour bus with UK Prime Minister David Cameron. They arrived at Milk Studios in the Big Apple, where the red double-decker was included in a showcase of British trailblazers in technology as a part of the GREAT campaign, which promotes the UK around the world. He later rolled up his sleeves to try his hand at America's game — baseball. He visited the field in Harlem to launch a partnership between the Harlem RBI and The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry. It was a busy day for Prince Harry, who made a visit to the Jersey Shore this morning, where he accompanied New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie to survey the damage left behind by Hurricane Sandy.

Prince Harry and the governor toured Seaside Heights, which was one of the areas most devastated by October's hurricane. After promising to keep Prince Harry fully clothed during his visit — a joke made in relation to Harry's nude photo scandal in Las Vegas last year — Gov. Christie kept true to his vow by gifting the visiting royal with a version of his own fleece and joked on Twitter, "Greeting Prince Harry at the Jersey Shore the best way I know how; with his own Royal Fleece."

The royal is making his first visit to the US since his mishap in Las Vegas and has already made stops in Colorado, Maryland, and Washington DC since kicking off his tour last week. Over the weekend, he attended the Warrior Games in Colorado Springs, CO, where he was treated to cheerleaders and football as part of the Paralympics-style competition for wounded and disabled veterans.

Leo's Star-Studded Auction Makes Millions For the Environment

Leonardo DiCaprio teamed up with Christie's to co-host the 11th Hour Auction in NYC last night.

Leonardo DiCaprio teamed up with Christie's to co-host the 11th Hour Auction in NYC last night. It was a successful event for Leo since the auction reportedly raised $35 million to benefit environmental and wildlife conservation efforts, almost doubling the goal of $18 million. He had the support of his long-time friend and Great Gatsbyco-star Tobey Maguire, who put in a winning bid on one of 33 pieces of contemporary art. Leo contributed something from his own art collection, a print called "Ocean V" by well-known photographer Andreas Gursky. Also out for the evening were Bradley Cooper, Mark Ruffalo and Salma Hayek.

It was Leonardo's second art-inspired outing in as many days, since he also made an appearance at the Brant Foundation Art Study Center's Andy Warhol showing in Greenwich, Connecticut, on Sunday. He'll be switching gears from art to film in the coming days, though, when he debuts The Great Gatsby in Cannes later this week.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leo's Star-Studded Auction Makes Millions For the Environment

Leonardo DiCaprio teamed up with Christie's to cohost the 11th Hour Auction in NYC last night.

Leonardo DiCaprio teamed up with Christie's to cohost the 11th Hour Auction in NYC last night. It was a successful event for Leo since the auction reportedly raised $35 million to benefit environmental and wildlife conservation efforts, almost doubling the goal of $18 million. He had the support of his longtime friend and Great Gatsby costar Tobey Maguire, who put in a winning bid on one of 33 pieces of contemporary art. Leo contributed something from his own art collection, a print called "Ocean V" by well-known photographer Andreas Gursky. Also out for the evening were Bradley Cooper, Mark Ruffalo, and Salma Hayek.

It was Leonardo's second art-inspired outing in as many days, since he also made an appearance at the Brant Foundation Art Study Center's Andy Warhol showing in Greenwich, CT, on Sunday. He'll be switching gears from art to film in the coming days, though, when he debuts The Great Gatsby in Cannes later this week.

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Reese Brings Her Blond Hair to the East Coast With Jim

Reese Witherspoon made a smiley arrival at NYC's JFK airport with her husband, Jim Toth, last night.

Reese Witherspoon made a smiley arrival at NYC's JFK airport with her husband, Jim Toth, last night. Reese is back to blond after she debuted her newly dyed locks at her son Deacon's soccer game in Brentwood on Saturday. She was previously sporting a darker 'do for her role in the upcoming film The Good Lie, which she filmed in Atlanta over the past month. During her stay in Georgia, Reese got into legal trouble when she was arrested for disorderly conduct while Jim was charged with a DUI. The duo seem to be moving on from the drama, though, and are getting back to their busy schedules, including their current East Coast trip.

Bradley Cooper Faces Off With Jimmy Fallon

Bradley Cooper dressed up in a suit for a visit to Late Night With Jimmy Fallon yesterday in NYC.

Bradley Cooper dressed up in a suit for a visit to Late Night With Jimmy Fallon yesterday in NYC. While promoting the finale of his Hangover trilogy, The Hangover Part III, which hits theaters next Thursday, May 23, Bradley also got into a competitive game of what host Jimmy branded "faceketball." He strapped a mini basketball hoop to his head and geared up for the challenge by shedding his jacket and telling Jimmy to do the same, saying, "Jackets off, bro!" He also spoke about his Oscar nomination as well as former and current costar Jennifer Lawrence during the stop. "She's the best and we're doing a movie right now and she plays a sick character, I mean sick like from the Bronx, and she just kills it."

It was a busy start to the week for Bradley, who engaged in a bit of charitable bidding that same day. Bradley attended Leonardo DiCaprio's Christie's art auction, which benefited Leo's foundation supporting environmental protection and conservation efforts. He wasn't the only star in attendance as he was joined by Tobey Maguire, Salma Hayek, and Mark Ruffalo for the auction.