Soccer star David Beckham and songbird Leona Lewis, two of Britain’s hottest celebs, have signed on to appear at the closing ceremony for the controversial Beijing Summer Olympics, to be held August 8th-24th, 2008. Leona and Becks will be featured in a “handover performance,” in which the 2012 Olympics Games are officially passed on to London.

Amy Winehouse and Beyonce Knowles have some new competition in the battle over who will sing the theme song in the forthcoming twenty-second film in the James Bond franchise, James Bond and the Quantum of Solace. Music mogul Simon Cowell is urging the film’s producers to select international chart-topper Leona Lewis for the sought-after gig. Simon is convinced his X-Factor protege would be ideal for the theme because she has experienced massive success in both the UK and the States.

Between Amy, Beyonce, and Leona, who do you think would do a better job with the Quantum of Solace theme?

British singing star Leona Lewis is featured on the July 2008 cover of Blender Magazine. Blender’s warning platinum-selling songstress Mariah Carey to make way for music’s new pop powerhouse.

“I don’t wear little miniskirts and low-cut tops. If you want to show your bits off, it’s up to you. … When I was 18, I had a few glasses of Alcopop — they’re bubblegummy drinks with a bit of alcohol — and it was gross. I’ve tasted champagne, which is gross. And I taste d wine, which I don’t like,” Leona tells the music mag.

British singing sensation Leona Lewis performs her chart-topper “Bleeding Love” on the May 20th edition of the Late Show with David Letterman-Video Clip. Read the rest of this entry »

Animal rights activist Leona Lewis is in talks to launch a vegan fashion line in a bid to promote the ethical treatment of her furry friends.
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