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Tears For Fears' Roland Orzabal was lucky enough to find love again after the tragic death of his first wife.

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Michael Jackson died when his daughter Paris was just 11 years old.

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Dolly Parton's has many siblings, and some of them are musical too.

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After years of battling Stiff Person Syndrome, Céline Dion is "living the life" again.

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The 81-year-old rock star is father to eight children, born across more than five decades (Rod Stewart pictured with some of his extensive family)

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Rod Stewart undergoes 'routine' heart procedure, calls off US tour

Rod Stewart undergoes 'routine' heart procedure, calls off US tour

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Grease star Stockard Channing reveals she lives 'reclusive' life in UK

Grease star Stockard Channing reveals she lives 'reclusive' life in UK

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Rod Stewart becomes a grandfather for the sixth time as daughter Ruby welcomes a son

Rod Stewart becomes a grandfather for the sixth time as daughter Ruby welcomes a son

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Pierce Brosnan may have been voted 'Sexiest Man Alive' on numerous occasions, but he'd only ever had eyes for one woman; his wife of almost 20 years, Keely Shaye Smith.

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Phil Collins has revealed he came close to dying after a devastating battle with alcoholism left him fighting for his life in hospital

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George Michael’s fans are getting a rare window into one of the most intriguing "what if" moments of his career.

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Lionel Richie was left speechless when an American Idol contestant revealed he was the son of one of pop music's biggest stars

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Kylie Minogue brought on a surprise guest in 2018: her former flame and beloved friend Jason Donovan.

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Carly Simon has revealed why she's been mainly out of the spotlight in recent years (pictured in 2016)

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Now, previously unseen footage is lifting the lid on what really happened behind the scenes on the famous 1981 tour.

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Few movie makeovers are as instantly recognisable as Olivia Newton-John's's dramatic transformation at the end of Grease.

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Phil Collins' son, drummer Nic, announces engagement to longtime girlfriend: 'Here's to forever'

Phil Collins' son, drummer Nic, announces engagement to longtime girlfriend: 'Here's to forever'

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The Bee Gees had plenty of scrapes with death before they barely got going as a band.

The accidents that nearly ended the Bee Gees' career before it began

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Childhood trauma fuelled one of Simply Red's greatest songs.

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Marti Pellow stole the show at an Elvis Presley tribute concert in 1994.

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Filmed in 2007, the security guard can be seen shouting through the window of the pop star's car as George and his entourage try to enter his own concert at Wembley Stadium in 2007.

When security refused to let George Michael into his own concert: "That is not George Michael!"

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Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley shocked the world when they announced they were married.

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ABBA's Frida tragically lost two loves of her life - her husband and her daughter.

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Nick Berry was a regular fixture on British screens last century. But where is he now?

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The Goo Goo Dolls braved torrential weather to bring 'Iris' to their fans.

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Elton John performing and in the poster for his recently announced Mexico shows.

Elton John announces return to performing for special final tour shows in Mexico

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Celine Dion releases new single 'Bonjour, Pardon, Merci' ahead of comeback show

Celine Dion releases new single 'Bonjour, Pardon, Merci' ahead of comeback show

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Elton John could continue entertaining audiences long after stepping away from the stage, with reports claiming the music icon has signed a multi-million-pound agreement to appear as a hologram.

Elton John, 79, to perform after death following groundbreaking hologram deal

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Lionel Richie has thanked fans for their support and shared a reassuring health update after an on-stage health incident

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Robbie Williams gave unsuspecting music fans in Spain a moment to remember after unexpectedly joining a street performer for an impromptu rendition of one of his biggest hits.

Robbie Williams stuns busker with impromptu 'Angels' street performance in Spain

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Robbie Williams is set to take centre stage at one of football's biggest events after landing a starring role in the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show.

Robbie Williams lands huge role in FIFA World Cup's first ever halftime show

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Lionel Richie's ex-wife gives health update after singer was rushed to hospital during concert

Lionel Richie's ex-wife gives health update after singer was rushed to hospital during concert

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Michael star Jaafar Jackson has dedicated the film's latest record to his uncle.

Jaafar Jackson pens moving tribute to Michael Jackson as biopic achieves another all-time record

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George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley in China

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Clive Davis has died at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy that helped shape some of the biggest careers in modern music.

Music mogul Clive Davis has died, aged 94

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The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has officially become the highest-grossing music biopic of all time.

'Michael' overtakes 'Bohemian Rhapsody' to become biggest music biopic in box office history

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Olivia Newton-John's daughter Chloe Lattanzi has shared an emotional tribute to her late mother, revealing she has scattered some of the beloved star's ashes in Melbourne.

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Kevin Bacon and Kenny Loggins play 'Footloose' on classroom instruments

Kevin Bacon and Kenny Loggins play 'Footloose' on classroom instruments

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Görel Hanser in a recent photo (black and white) and with ABBA's Anni-Frid Lyngstad in 1984

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Fans who missed Michael in cinemas can finally watch the blockbuster Michael Jackson biopic at home, with the film making its streaming debut this week

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Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow delighted fans by performing together for the first time in almost a decade

Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow reunite for first time in ten years to sing 'Relight My Fire'

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Shania Twain stunned London pub go-ers on Saturday night (June 6) when she chose to perform in one of the city's smallest venues.

Watch Shania Twain perfom 'That Don't Impress Me Much' in tiny London pub

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Peabo Bryson has died aged 75.

Peabo Bryson, R&B singer behind iconic Disney songs, dies aged 75

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Celine Dion announces 10 new Paris concert dates after huge demand: How to get tickets

Celine Dion announces 10 new Paris concert dates after huge demand: How to get tickets

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Bruce Willis' wife gives heartbreaking update on star's dementia battle: 'Doing the best we can'

Bruce Willis' wife gives heartbreaking update on star's dementia battle: 'Doing the best we can'

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Lionsgate have confirmed Michael will be getting a sequel.

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George Michael’s landmark Faith era is set to return to cinemas with a newly restored and remastered concert film

George Michael ‘Faith Tour’ film set for cinema release with star's unheard interviews and rare footage

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Phil Collins shares rare health update: 'I was inactive for a long time'

Phil Collins shares rare health update: 'I was inactive for a long time'

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