A British cobbler has had his freezing staff hypnotised into thinking they're warm.

Martin Connellan refused to buy heaters for his employees after temperatures plunged to -13°C and even though he purchased them coats to wear in the workshop, they were still cold.

Tommy Hilfiger is looking forward to wearing summer clothes over Christmas.

The US designer - who lives in New York - is spending the festive period in Mustique and he can't wait to don some cool outfits as he's getting fed-up of wrapping up warm for the cold weather.

Joan Rivers' loves to look "over-the-top" by adding more pieces to an outfit.

The outspoken funnywoman - who believes more is more - says she likes to add accessories to make her look stand out and asks her stylist to customise key pieces.

Hollyoaks' Darren Osborne will be shocked to learn he is to father twins.

The bad boy student - played by Ashley Taylor Dawson - will see his married former flame Suzanne Ashworth (Suzanne Hall) reappear in the village and announce she's pregnant with his babies just days after he proposes to new girlfriend Nancy Hayto ...

Top Gear's James May was rushed to hospital after injuring himself while performing a stunt for the show's Christmas special.

The 47-year-old motoring expert suffered severe concussion and required stitches after falling and hitting his head on a rock while pulling co-host Jeremy Clarkson's car out of a ditch in the Syrian desert.

Kerry Katona thinks she is a "chav" compared to "godly" Torvill and Dean.

The reality TV star - who is being trained by the British ice-skating legends in preparation for her first 'Dancing On Ice' appearance on January 9 - admitted she feels "out of her depth" around the Olympic champion duo.

Imogen Poots was “delighted” to kiss Aaron Johnson in ‘Chatroom’.

The 21-year-old beauty was happy to kiss the British hunk in the movie, and even describes a recent on-screen kiss with Michael Douglas in ‘The Solitary Man’ as “calm” despite the 45 year age gap between them.

Jeff Bridges’ father inspired him never to get typecast.

The ‘Crazy Heart’ actor believes his reluctance to get too tied into one type of role has benefited his career, after witnessing the impact starring in a long-running TV series has for his dad Lloyd Bridges.

Alexandra Shulman says there's no point trying to be "chic" over Christmas.

The British Vogue editor insists she doesn't worry what she looks like on the big day itself as she's more concerned she and her guests are having a good time.

Kelly Brook has gone on holiday with her ex-boyfriend.

The brunette beauty was seen boarding a jet with rugby star Danny Cipriani – who she split from in June after 22 months of dating – travelling from Dubai to the Maldives, where they are due to spend the festive season with friends.

Denise Richards’ children were told Santa Claus didn’t exist at school.

The 39-year-old beauty was relieved to be able to persuade daughters Sam, six and five-year-old Lola – her daughters with ex-husband Charlie Sheen – they had been given false information and that the giver of Christmas gifts is real.

Mel Gibson is selling his Costa Rican home because it is not private enough.

The actor-and-director has put the 500 acre property on the market with an asking price of $35 million, because he feels the press intrude on him when he’s there.

Ozzy Osbourne is “proud” of his daughter Kelly.

The rocker has praised the 26-year-old star – his second daughter with wife Sharon – for the way she has fought back from addictions and transformed her appearance by shedding over 50lbs.

Hulk Hogan is “recovering smoothly” after undergoing back surgery.

The TNA wrestling star – who married girlfriend Jennifer McDaniels last week – is in hospital after a 10-hour operation to fuse his spine on Monday (20.12.10) but is doing well and hoping to leave the facility soon.

Kimberley Walsh is throwing a “big party” for New Year’s Eve (31.12.10).

The Girls Aloud beauty – who is currently concentrating on a television presenting career away from the band – will be spending Christmas Day (25.12.10) away from her boyfriend Justin Scott but the pair will reunite for a party to welcome in 2011.

Carl Barat thinks his baby will be born on Christmas Day (25.12.10).

The Libertines rocker’s girlfriend Edie Langley is currently expecting the couple’s first child and the singer is anticipating a double celebration.

Dame Helen Mirren thinks she has got more “frightened” as she has gold older.

The 65-year-old actress says she has grown increasingly less inclined to take risks with her career because she needs the security that comes with steady work.

Pamela Anderson cried and was sick when she first posed for Playboy.

The 43-year-old beauty was stunned when the adult publication asked her to bare all for them but she quickly overcame her nerves about stripping off in public.

George Michael has splashed out a reported $6 million on an Australian holiday home.

The ‘Freedom’ singer has purchased the five-bedroom property, which is on a secluded plot on the narrow rocky peninsula along Whales Beach, which is an hour north of Sydney.

Dolly Parton and Ramones will receive Lifetime Achievement Grammys.

The country singer and the rock group will be honoured for their contribution to music, alongside 'Mary Poppins' singer and musicals star Dame Julie Andrews in a special ceremony on February 12.