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The fake celebrity death circuit has claimed its latest victim with rumors suggesting that James Avery (Uncle Phil from Fresh Prince of Bel Air) has died.

The rumor, which has swept Twitter in today, would appear to be a case of mistaken identity vs a serious attempt at fake celebrity killing; a Scottish football player know as Phil ‘Uncle Phil’ O’Donnell died in 2007, and for some reason that news seems to have been the basis of these rumors.

At last reports, James Avery is alive and kicking, and is set to voice a character in Transformers 3.

We can say with 100% certainty here that Uncle Phil is not dead, James Avery has NOT died. Nothing more to see here, move along.

Gary Coleman’s ex-wife Shannon Price has “no rights” in his will.

Dion Mial, the late ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ actor’s longtime friend and former manager, who has been named as the executor of his estate, has revealed Gary’s former spouse will have no say in what happens to the star’s estate or funeral arrangements.

In a statement to RadarOnline.com, Dion said, “Shannon has absolutely no rights or authority, with regard to the disposition of Gary’s remains, services, estate management.”

The 24-year-old redhead, who Gary was reportedly planning on remarrying following their divorce in 2008, had previously claimed the actor’s life would be celebrated in a funeral service this weekend.

However, Dion has revealed burial plans are still “pending”.

The former manager, who was named as the executor of Gary’s estate in a will he wrote in 1999, seven years before he met Shannon, will take the legal documents to Utah county court next week.

Lawyer Kent Alderman said, “We will submit that for probate next week and find out if this is the last will. We believe it is. Nobody’s come up with a more recent one.”

Dion has also praised his late friend, who died from a brain haemorrhage last month following a fall at his home, for “transforming” his life.

He said, “I am humbled by Gary’s confidence in me and by his fearless friendship. My life is transformed, because of his distinct presence in it.”

Since seeing a copy of the will, Gary’s estranged parents Sue and Willie Coleman have decided to give up on their plan to bury their son in his hometown of Illinois, and have urged everyone involved to finally “let his spirit go”.

Their lawyer Frederick Jackson said, “From the start, Mr. and Mrs. Coleman’s intention has been to see that Gary’s wishes be honored and that his affairs be taken care of properly. They wanted to do things the right way, and they urge those still involved to do the same. The Colemans ask that everyone please treat Gary with respect and kindness. They feel it is time for him to find peace and let his spirit go.”

Noel Gallagher wants to tour with The Faces.

The legendary 70s group are preparing to make a comeback next month, with Simply Red star Mick Hucknall taking over from original frontman Rod Stewart on vocals, but guitarist Ronnie Wood claims they have other singers in the pipeline if they tour at a later date.

He said, “Of if all goes down well, we’ll tour next January. We also have Chris Robinson from the Black Crowes. Noel Gallagher has always been interested. It’s going to be fun.

“Other people were in the running, there was Kelly Jones out of the Stereophonics, but they’re busy at the moment.”

The rocker also insisted that despite considering other frontmen, the group haven’t ruled out Rod Stewart returning eventually.

He added, “We haven’t ruled Rod out, it’s just that his schedule isn’t crossing over exactly when we wanted him – he’s not available.

“The door isn’t closed on Rod, but we’re just carrying on because it’s worth it.”

Russell Brand’s “job” used to be pursuing girls.

The ‘Get Him to the Greek’ star, who is engaged to singer Katy Perry, admits his previous womanizing behavior was just part of his daily routine, but insists he is now a changed man.

He said, “To be honest with you, it would be difficult to get any more than I was getting before.

“It was like it was my job or something, like collecting whelks – just with dirty fingers. I’m not chasing girls anymore. I’m in a different world now.”

The British funnyman, who reprises his ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’ role as rocker Aldous Snow in his new movie, loved working on ‘Get Him to the Greek’ but found the set to be like a “prison”.

He explained to Britain’s GQ magazine, “You don’t half get bored on film sets. All those trailers and waiting around, it’s like a cross between a childhood caravan holiday and a prison.”

Alex Reid wants an “army” of children.

The cage fighter – who is step-father to wife Katie Price’s three kids Harvey, eight, Junior, four, and two-year-old Princess Tiaammi – can’t wait to be a dad to his own kids and wants to have as many as possible with the glamour model.

He said, “When Kate launched her baby range, KP Baby, she said she would love to have eight children. I know that sounds like a handful, but let’s have an army and take over the world. I’d love to have a child with Kate, full stop. And I love her three kids dearly, I really do. We have so much fun together and they are the light of my life.”

Katie recently turned 32 and Alex bombarded her with presents and cakes for her birthday.

He explained, “I surprised Kate on the morning of her birthday with loads of cupcakes and her presents. I bought her loads of things but I don’t want to say exactly what they were. She loved them, though! I also had a couple of cupcakes, and so did Harvey.”

Cheryl Cole is throwing a divorce party next weekend.

The ‘Fight For this Love’ singer is reportedly planning a lavish bash with her close female friends to celebrate the end of her marriage to British soccer player Ashley Cole, who reportedly cheated on her with numerous women.

The 26-year-old beauty is apparently arranging the get-together to coincide with the England team’s World Cup soccer match against the US next Saturday, June 12.

A source told the Sunday Mirror newspaper, “Cheryl is very keen to have the divorce settled so she can get on with her life. She wants to let her hair down and forget about Ashley. There will be a strict no televisions policy so Cheryl and her pals do not see the 29-year-old love-rat in the game.

“She has no interest in watching England’s World Cup matches because of Ashley’s involvement so she thought the perfect time for a mini-celebration would be during the USA game.”

Cheryl filed for divorce last month, just weeks after it was claimed her spouse had been sending explicit picture and text messages to other women, who he has also been accused of having sex with.

Since the split, Cheryl has been spending lots of time with her backing dancer Derek Hough, who recently won ‘Dancing With The Stars’ with Nicole Scherzinger, fueling speculation they are secretly dating.

Cheryl’s estranged husband Ashley has also seemingly moved on, and is reportedly dating 23-year-old lapdancer Sarah Purnell.

Miley Cyrus loves her “positive” boyfriend.

The ‘Hannah Montana’ star is delighted with the way Liam Hemsworth, who she met when they worked together on ‘The Last Song,’ has quickly adjusted to her fame and is particularly smitten by his relaxed attitude to life.

When asked about how the former ‘Neighbours’ star copes with the pressure of having such a famous girlfriend, she replied, “It’s interesting for him. He had a show hit in Australia but media is light there to how it is in the States.

“He gives the best comments when asked about our relationship. He’s smart, positive and non judgemental.”

Miley famously dated Nick Jonas from the Jonas Brothers, but the pair split in 2007 after a two year relationship.

Miley has recorded new song, ‘Full Circle’ about their relationship,

She recently told fans at a concert in Lisbon, “It’s about two people, they’re always gonna come back together no matter what anyone says or the bad people that try to keep you apart. Surprise, surprise, it’s about a Jonas Brother, you didn’t hear that.”

Susan Boyle would like ‘Nellie the Elephant’ to be played at her funeral.

The 49-year-old singer, who shot to fame after appearing on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ in 2009, revealed she would like to make the congregation laugh at her funeral if she were to pass away and thinks the children’s novelty track would be the perfect choice to make mourners smile.

When asked what her choice of song would be, she said, “It would have to be ‘Nellie the Elephant’. She packed her trunk and said goodbye to the circus.

“You’ve got to leave them laughing. Funerals don’t have to be sad – Peter Sellers made them smile with ‘In the Mood’ – so I could do it with ‘Nellie the Elephant’.”

The Scottish hitmaker, who famously declared on her UK TV talent show ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ she had never been kissed,went on to reveal the show’s judge Piers Morgan gave Susan her first kiss.

She stated, “I did say I’d never been kissed but it’s official: Piers was my first!”

Susan’s brother Gerry Boyle recently admitted his sister is looking for love.

He said, “Susan has the world at her feet in terms of fame and money but at this precise moment in time it means nothing. Absolutely nothing. The one thing she wants above all everything else is love. Who doesn’t?

“Her biggest wish is to find someone who she can share her success with and support her through the difficult times. Of course her family will always be there for her but it is not the same as having someone special in your life.”

Victoria Beckham was left “gob-smacked” after a pregnant woman asked her husband David Beckham to rub her stomach.

The soccer ace was asked by a mystery lady if he would mind performing the unusual act when the pair were in an elevator together at a New York hotel.

A source told National Enquirer magazine, “This woman boarded the elevator, saw David, got all delirious and then – acting like Victoria wasn’t even there – leaned over and said, ‘I’m pregnant… Could you rub my stomach so that maybe my unborn child will become a famous athlete like you?’

“Before her man could answer, Victoria snapped, ‘You have got to be kidding! Do you know how many times women like you try that line? And look at you – I doubt you’re even pregnant.”

The woman didn’t get her wish as the showbiz couple left the lift without her request being granted.

Victoria is currently believed to be trying to put on weight in an effort to get pregnant with a fourth child for her and David, with who she already has Brooklyn, 11, Romeo, seven and Cruz, five.