Perry sick of Brand's 'mind games'

Katy Perry isn't impressed with Russell Brand's "mind games", it has been reported.

The songstress and comedian Brand are in the process of getting divorced following their split at the end of last year.

Brand gave a revealing interview on The Ellen DeGeneres Show recently and Perry is said to be unhappy about his affectionate admissions.

"Katy thought they had agreed not to discuss their relationship anywhere. She's trying to move on and if Russell is playing mind games, Katy isn't impressed," a source told British magazine Closer.

"Apparently, he's been begging her to see him, but she doesn't think it's a good idea."

Brand gushed about his 14-month marriage last week.

"I still love her as a human being. But, sometimes when you're in a relationship I suppose it doesn't work out, does it? But that doesn't mean I regret it or anything," he said on the US talk show.

"I was very happy to be married with her. She's such a beautiful human being and I just have only love and positivity for her."

Perry was thought to be enjoying a romance with Florence + The Machine guitarist Robert Ackroyd, although it's claimed the pair are no longer an item.

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Seacrest buys Ellen's $51m estate

Ryan Seacrest cut a good deal in buying Ellen DeGeneres' Beverly Hills estate - paying about $13 million less than the initial asking price.

Ryan Seacrest is the official owner of Ellen DeGeneres' Beverly Hills estate.

The TV host paid just under NZ$51.1 million for the impressive property, and the title was officially transferred to him on Wednesday.

According to TMZ, the original asking price for the abode was NZ$64.18m.

The estate "covers a city block and is just shy of three acres," according to the US website.

The main house is 2.8 square kilometre, and it also boasts three other houses on the grounds.

The gym is also believed to be impressive as it is reportedly "the size of a large health club".

Ellen and her actress wife Portia de Rossi paid NZ$37.98m in 2007 for the property, which was previously owned by Will and Grace producer Max Mutchnick.

The talk show host later purchased the surrounding properties.

Ryan is currently searching for a buyer for his former Los Angeles property which is listed on the market for NZ$15.7m.

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First Gold Guitar titles decided

Murchison and Hamilton singers take honours

GWYNETH HYNDMAN

The Gore Town and Country Club Stadium swelled with country music as the Gold Guitar Awards entertained last night at the intermediate and junior finals.

The junior overall winner was The Two J's – Jade and Jenna Gibson, of Murchison – and the intermediate winner was Hannah Cosgrove, of Hamilton.

Both will go home with the New Zealand Gold Guitar Trophy and return air travel to Australia to attend the 2013 Tamworth Country Music Festival among other prizes.

Tonight the senior finals will wrap up the week at the Gore Town and Country Club stadium, starting at 7.30pm.

For Invercargill performers Maggie Townley, 11, and Beth Walker, 10, the chance to perform Rockin' With The Rhythm Of The Rain by The Judds in front of an enthusiastic audience, was an opportunity the pair are ready for.

''We've been rehearsing for ages,'' Beth said.

This was her third time at the Gold Guitar Awards and she was a little bit nervous but also feeling confident after three months of rehearsing.

Maggie said one of the best parts of the awards was meeting new people. The daughter of 2000 Gold Guitar overall winner Bryan Townley, this is Maggie's 5th time at the awards.

Beth also comes from a talented background - her mother Bonnie Turner is also a past Gold Guitar category winner.

The pair were told to break a leg by Lynda Topp of the Topp Twins before they went on stage.

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Kim shares 'genius' Vogue photo

Kim Kardashian has thanked the "creative geniuses" behind her recent Vogue Italia shoot.

The reality TV star donned a short brunette wig and a series of risqué outfits for the photoshoot in Los Angeles yesterday.

Kardashian was joined by the magazine's contributing fashion editor Rushka Bergman and was captured by photographer Francesco Carrozzini.

The star then took to her Twitter page to thank the experts for their input.

"Amazing shoot today for Vogue Italia! Thank you @Rushka_Bergman & @akafrancesco for your creative genius!!! (sic)" she exclaimed on her personal page, with an accompanying picture.

Kardashian posed in a figure-hugging corseted leather dress and later in a gorgeous feathered gown.

She also donned a warrior-style outfit, which consisted of leather trousers and a kimono-style top.

In preparation for the shoot, Kardashian had a spray tan. The star posted a picture of the immediate after-effects of the product and laughed off criticism about her tangerine hue.

"The tannerexic mom has some serious competition!!! LOL," she wrote, before adding: "Relax that's just a spray tan!!! It washed off & I'm back to my normal tan self! But how crazy does it look after being on for 8 hours! (sic)."

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Kim Kardashian wants own sitcom

Kim Kardashian is reportedly planning to star in her own sitcom.

The TV personality enjoys appearing in reality shows such as Keeping Up with the Kardashians but now feels ready to try her hand at something new. She apparently feels a comedy series is the right move for her to make next.

"Kim wants to move beyond reality TV and become a comedy actress," a source told the New York Post. "She really wants to be the next Sofia Vergara."

The star is apparently eager to work on a project by herself. Her family - including her sisters Kourtney and Khloe - appear alongside her on her reality shows and she also works with them on her fashion lines.

"Acting is something she wants to do just for her," another insider explained.

Kim appeared on 30 Rock this week in the US, later saying she had "a blast" on set. She is also due to appear in the movie The Marriage Counselor, due for release in 2013.

Further details of Kardashian's new TV plan aren't known, although there is speculation TV host Ryan Seacrest might be involved in the project. His company is behind Kim's reality programs.

Kardashian's spokesperson hasn't commented on the report.

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