Grand Theft IV Nicks Record

Computer thriller (and dev boys favourite) Grand Theft Auto IV has raced through the record books. It is officially Britain’s, and the worlds, biggest selling video game, with more than 3.6 million copies sold on its first day. That earned more than £150 million, and a Guinness World Record Award for highest grossing game in 24 hours.

The game even broke records by outselling first-day sales of Hollywood blockbuster DVDs and the Harry Potter books to be crowned the quickest earning entertainment product.

Edinburgh-based games firm Rockstar North, the brains behind the Grant Theft Auto series, is set to make £1 billion profit.

Jordan: It’s LA or Bust

The latest attention seeking stunt by Katie and Peter is a move to America in a “top-secret” (it’s just only the papers that know about it) bid to break the States. The 29 year old star will set up home with Pete and the kids in LA, and kick off a series of new projects State-side. The two were apparently “bombarded” with offers, including films and endorsements, surrounding their move. Their manager gushed, “It’s an exciting time all around the world for Kate and Peter but we’re taking it slowly.” I’m taking bets on how long they last in the showbiz capital before getting too “homesick” and returning with their tails between their legs…watch this space.

In other news…
* Sharon Osbourne had X factor bosses sweating last night according to reports, as she held out for a massive £500,000 pay rise. She is currently demanding a £2 million contract to return to the show, and is the last judge left to sign. With filming starting in less than a month the heat is on for decisions to be made.
* ASDA has approached the star of Joseph, Lee Mead, to be the new face of George. They want Mead, accompanied by Van Outen, to be their Coleen replacements.
* Norman Cook has decided to retire the name Fat Boy Slim after 11 years, and work under a different title once his new album is released. He’s worked under seven names since he started out more than 20 years ago…perhaps he should rename himself indecision…
* Eighties kids show Fraggle Rock is bouncing back on the big screen. The wacky puppets are set to return in an action musical tale based on the TV series. Made by Harvey Weinstein (the man behind Scary movie 4) the movie is due out next year.

Rumour Mill
- Kelly’s back with Billy Zane…?
- Beyonce’s pregnant…?

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Everyone's talking about the Brains ad...

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