Alexandra Burke is set to launch her career in the US with help from Whitney Houston's mentor.

The British singer was left "shocked" when Clive Davis - the music mogul who helped pop stars Leona Lewis, Kelly Clarkson and Whitney rise to fame - praised her musical talent and promised to help her become a success Stateside.

Kanye West has personally apologized for his outburst at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

The rapper has finally said sorry to 19-year-old pop singer Taylor Swift - who was awarded the prize for the Best Female Video on Sunday (13.08.09) - after he ran onto the stage during her acceptance speech, snatched her microphone and told the star-studded audience he thought Beyonce Knowles deserved to win.

Kelly Clarkson has blasted Kanye West for being "a tactless a**hole".

The 'My Life Would Suck Without You' singer is furious with the 'Stronger' rapper for storming on stage at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Sunday (13.09.09) as Taylor Swift collected the Best Female Video prize for 'You Belong To Me'.

Kelly Clarkson loves her "bubble butt." The "My Life Would Suck Without You" singer loves being a role model for curvy girls, and is especially proud of her shapely posterior.

She said: "I totally have no chest, I'm all butt. Ever since I was a kid I've had a bubble butt - I get it from my mama. Guys are usually like, 'Oh my gosh, look at that butt!' In a good way!"

Kelly Clarkson wants to date an accountant. The "My Life Would Suck Without You" singer is keen to find love with someone who isn't famous because it would help keep her grounded.

She said: "I don't know if I could go out with a celebrity. I'd rather have someone that's, I don't know, an accountant. I don't know, a normal job. I love my job, but I like having my separate life. But you can't help who you fall in love with, so I don't know who I will end up with."