Keisha Buchanan once spent $35,000 taking her friends on holiday. The generous Sugababes singer wanted to treat her closest pals to an unforgettable trip, but admits the amount she splashed out was excessive.

She said: "The most ridiculous thing I ever spent a royalty cheque on was when I took eight friends to Atlanta. We traveled first class and stayed in a big hotel. I spent £20,000 [approximately $35,000] easily. My accountant had to call me when I landed to find out where the money had gone."

The Sugababes are reportedly refusing to pay dancers for appearing in their new video.

Partizan, makers of the promo for the band's new single "Girls," have come under fire after posting an internet advert asking for performers, but saying they will only receive food and a chance to meet the trio - Heidi Range, Keisha Buchanan and Amelle Berrabah - for working a 16-hour day.