Shania Hurting, but Grateful for "Beautiful Blessings"

Shania Twain

Now that she’s trying to make it on her own, Shania Twain wants her fans to know she’ll be back in business soon, “hopefully stronger than ever.”

“As I am sure you have seen or heard; I am going through a rough time personally in my life,” the recently separated country star wrote in a message on her website dedicated to her “beloved fans.”

“I wanted you all to know that I could not be getting through this without you. Your letters, emails and words of encouragement give me strength. Your overwhelming support reminds me to smile, no matter how deep the pain and to always be grateful for all the beautiful blessings in my life…

“I have so much to say but I know the best way for me to speak is through my music. This is my therapy, my passion, and my love. I look forward to sharing it with all of you as I begin this new journey.

“I need some time to heal this broken heart but make no mistake; I will be back and hopefully stronger than ever.

“Thank you my friends, from the bottom of my heart.”

Twain and her producer hubby of 14 years, Robert “Mutt” Lange, announced their separation May 15. They have one son, 6-year-old Eja D’Angelo.

Oprah makes a deal with Kirstie Alley

Kirstie and OprahKirstie Alley is coming back to the small screen and Oprah’s got her. Harpo Productions has signed Alley for future TV projects. It could be a sitcom like Fat Actress, it could be a talk show, like the one she shopped around last year, but in whatever format, Harpo will be behind it. One definite possibility would be for Kirstie to appear in a show on OWN, the new Oprah Winfrey Network, which used to be Discovery Health Channel.

“Kirstie is a tremendous talent who is incredibly relatable and a true fan favorite, and we are thrilled to welcome her to Harpo,” said Tim Bennett, president of Harpo Productions. Recently, Kirstie tested that broad appeal by appearing on Oprah in a bikini, proving that she had indeed lost 75 pounds. (With Jenny Craig’s help, although she’s no longer working for JC).

The idea of Kirstie as a talk show hostess may be a bit of a stretch, though. She said, “I’m a great listener,” but to me she’s always been more of a talker. Also, she’s an actress — remember Cheers? Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan? not so much Veronica’s Closet. Stiil, if it were up to me, I’d put her into a scripted show. Kirstie also said, “I’m a good comedian. And I won’t lie, I live a beautiful life. So I hope to bring those elements together to offer something totally fresh for the television audience.”

Whatever the project, it’s likely to be given a good launch. Ms. Winfrey has been like Midas with her golden Harpo Productions, getting both Dr. Phil and Rachael Ray into successful talk shows.

James Blunt - You’re Beautiful Video and Lyrics

You’re Beautiful by James Blunt , Music Video and Lyrics

James Blunt - You’re Beautiful Lyrics

My life is brilliant.

My life is brilliant
My love is pure.
I saw an angel.
Of that I’m sure.
She smiled at me on the subway.
She was with another man.
But I won’t lose no sleep on that,
‘Cause I’ve got a plan.

You’re beautiful. You’re beautiful.
You’re beautiful, it’s true.
I saw your face in a crowded place,
And I don’t know what to do,
‘Cause I’ll never be with you.

Yes, she caught my eye,
As we walked on by.
She could see from my face that I was,
Fucking high,
And I don’t think that I’ll see her again,
But we shared a moment that will last ’till the end.

You’re beautiful. You’re beautiful.
You’re beautiful, it’s true.
I saw your face in a crowded place,
And I don’t know what to do,
‘Cause I’ll never be with you.

La la la la la la la la la

You’re beautiful. You’re beautiful.
You’re beautiful, it’s true.
There must be an angel with a smile on her face,
When she thought up that I should be with you.
But it’s time to face the truth,
I will never be with you.

Life is Beautiful For Birthday Girl Heidi Klum

Life is Beautiful For Birthday Girl Heidi Klum

When all the glitz and glamor die down, what’s left is what’s important.  Family and friends help make life wonderful.  For Heidi Klum, who turns 34-years-old today, it’s all about spending time with her husband, Seal, and their kids.

The German supermodel has two sons, Henry and Johan, by her husband.  She also has a daughter, Leni, from her past relationship with Flavio Briatore.  And she enjoys talking about all the time they spend together. 

“My husband and I have an office in the corner of the house. We sit on either side of this big partner desk, which is a French antique, and spend the day working, or talking, or watch the children playing by the pool. It’s quite a beautiful life.”

“On a typical day I can see the mountains and the blue sky and look out over my lovely garden or pool,” says the mother of three.  When you’re beautiful and famous AND get to have a great family in addition, life really is beautiful.

Happy Birthday to Heidi!