Sunshine, stewards in high-vis pink, Diana Ross belting out about coming out — some confused tourists could be forgiven for wondering if they were in Cork or South Beach, Florida, as thousands took to the streets yesterday to celebrate being gay.

Oscar winner Jamie Foxx saw in 2006 in style when he staged a star-studded party in South Beach, Florida.

Veteran rapper Coolio is preparing to go on a road trip for his latest movie role.

Pop hunks 'N Sync performed for the first time in 18 months in South Beach, Florida, at the weekend at their annual Challenge For The Children basketball all-star tournament.