Rival talent show judges Jessie J and Tulisa Contostavlos will battle it out to be crowned queen of the Mobo Awards.

Britpop veterans Blur saw off competition from fellow reformed rockers The Stone Roses to be named the best live act at the Q Awards.

Dionne Warwick paid tribute to lyricist Hal David today, comparing his death to the loss of a relative.

Hal David, whose simple, heartfelt lyrics made a perfect fit with Burt Bacharach’s quirky melodies and resulted in dozens of hit songs, including 'Do You Know The Way To San Jose' and 'Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head', has died at 91.

Fans are expected to line the streets to pay their final respects to late Bee Gees star Robin Gibb as his body is taken in a horse-drawn carriage to his funeral today.

Kylie Minogue has celebrated her 25th year in pop music – and her birthday - with an Outstanding Contribution gong.

The entertainment world has led tributes to Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, after the “musical giant” lost a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 62.

The entertainment world has led tributes to Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb after the “musical giant” lost a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 62.

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb died today following a lengthy battle with cancer.

Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb died last night of cancer at the age of 62.

Disco queen Donna Summer, whose pulsing anthems such as Love to Love You Baby became the soundtrack for a glittery age of sex, drugs, dance and flashy clothes, has died at 63.

Whitney Houston's family are to star in their own reality show.

A drug-using family. Heartbreaking dysfunction. Allison Samuels on why no one could save Whitney Houston from herself

Whitney Houston was laid to rest yesterday at a private ceremony in New Jersey.

Whitney Houston’s flower-covered casket has arrived at the church where her powerful voice first wowed the congregation, and her family made final preparations to remember the pop superstar in her hometown.

Family, friends and a host of celebrities will today attend the funeral of singer Whitney Houston.

Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder will be among stars singing at the private funeral for Whitney Houston at her childhood church.

Whitney Houston’s funeral will be held on Saturday in the New Jersey church where she first showed her singing talents as a child.

Whitney Houston's body arrived in her home state of New Jersey today as her family discussed plans for a funeral at one of America's busiest entertainment venues.

Whitney Houston rose from a gospel church choir in New Jersey to become one of the best-selling and most-admired female singers of all time.

During a 30-year career in which she established herself as one of the most-admired and influential singers of her time, Houston won six Grammys, 30 Billboard awards and 22 American Music Awards.

The world of music was in mourning today after the sudden death of Whitney Houston at the age of 48.

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, has died. She was 48.

SATURDAY

David Gest has pledged to show Michael Jackson in a “truly unique light” in his new documentary.

Michael Parkinson is making a return to radio – with an online show.

After a tumultuous 14-year marriage marked by drug arrests and stints in rehab, Whitney Houston is divorcing Bobby Brown in the US.

Pop star Ronan Keating was today appointed as a goodwill ambassador for a campaign to combat world hunger.

Hundreds of fans, family and A-list celebrities braved New York’s grey skies today to pay their last respects to R&B legend Luther Vandross.

Steve Brookstein was today preparing to launch himself on a pop career after he won the X Factor and scooped a major record contract.

Last time we heard from Liza Minelli’s soon-to-be ex-husband, David Gest, he was holed up in Hawaii tending his wounds from his allegedly volatile relationship and working on his lawsuit against the Cabaret star.

Cher's new version of the title song for Jude Law's upcoming Alfie remake has reportedly been dropped, after test audiences laughed at the track.

Pop superstar Whitney Houston has axed her July 2 outdoor concert in Berlin, blaming the bad weather for her decision.

Michelle McManus is tipped to win Pop Idol after bookies favourite Sam Nixon was sensationally voted off the show in the shock result of the series.

Eighties pop star Tony Hadley tonight became the comeback champion when he won the final of TV show Reborn in the USA.

Singer Dionne Warwick was arrested when baggage screeners at Miami International Airport said they found 11 suspected marijuana cigarettes inside her lipstick container.

Some of Hollywood's biggest names face being searched before being allowed inside the church where Liza Minnelli is to be married.

Some of the artists performing at Liza Minnelli's wedding have been announced.