Scarlett Johansson was "happy" she kept her marriage to Ryan Reynolds a secret. "The Spirit" star - who wed actor Ryan in a low-profile ceremony in September - is thrilled she managed to tie the knot away from the public spotlight.

She told the Los Angeles Times newspaper: "It was my mission to have a moment of privacy, to do something for myself. I was happy with the results of that."

Beyonce Knowles revealed her hairy arm pits when she waved to shocked fans on Tuesday. The glamorous star had apparently forgotten to shave as she walked the red carpet at the New York premiere of her new Etta James biopic "Cadillac Records."

One horrified onlooker said: "Beyonce always looks her best at these kind of events."

Liam Gallagher is one of the top pin-ups for gay men. The Oasis rocker - who is married to singer Nicole Appleton - was placed fourth in the poll to find the Most Desirable Date for British Gay Men.

"Cold Mountain" star Jude Law was placed at number one in the list compiled by dating website gay-PARSHIP.com. He received 36 per cent of the vote.

Drew Barrymore says playing a dog in her new movie felt "right." The actress, who lends her voice to the character of Chloe in hit new animation "Beverly Hills Chihuahua," loved landing a role in the family film because it gave her an excuse to act immaturely.

She is quoted as saying: "Maybe I have not grown up. I am 33 years old and I am doing the voice of a Chihuahua in 'Beverley Hills Chihuahua' and it feels completely right."

Drew Barrymore says being single has helped her "learn" who she is. The 32-year-old actress - who split from her "He's Just Not That Into You" co-star Justin Long in July - is determined not to let her life be ruled by a man.

She said: "My priorities have changed so much. I've been single for months now and I've turned my attention toward my passions, my friends and the causes I believe in. It's been about learning who I am, not through a man, but for myself."