Celebs

EACH week Van Insurance scours the country in search of van driving super stars. We are sorry to report; yet again we have drawn a blank!

But while our search has proven fruitless, Van Insurance can reveal the smashing, crashing celebrities who hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons.

UMA THURMAN
Matthew Broderick, actor husband of Sex in the City Star, Sarah Jessica Parker’s, admits to a crush on Uma Thurman. “I found her mesmerising and hilariously funny. She’s absolutely gorgeous, enthuses the actor: “We worked together for weeks, she was so dedicated and just a pleasure to be around and I think she did a beautiful job.”

Thurman who loves driving fast cars, makes no secret of the fact that she’s on the look out for a new man. “How does anybody do it today? Says the gorgeous star: “It seems harder and harder to make contact, especially for mature women.

“As one who adores the male species, I feel compassionately towards them. I've studied them carefully like a hunter watches its prey. I love all the guys out there.”

JAMIE FOXX
The generous actor caused quite a stir when he left a staggering $1,000 tip after a night out on the town with his mates. Foxx was spotted driving a sports car with actors Dylan McDermott and Djimon Hounsou at new Los Angeles’ hotspot Teddy’s when the Hollywood star offered to pay the tip for the group’s bill.

He then reportedly pulled out a wedge of cash and started slowly peeling off singles until there was $1,000 on the table. Flash with his cash Foxx recently tossed a huge roll of bills from a nightclub balcony. An excited riot almost took place, until people realised they were fight over $1bills.

The Hollywood star makes no secret of the fact he fantasies about Mariah Carey. "I serenade people if I get the urge to. If I catch Mariah Carey, I'll put my bid in. “She's hot! Selling records and doing her thing - she's got her swagger back, says the star.

NAVEEN ANDREWS
The heartthrob actor, who plays Iraqi soldier Sayid Jarrah in the hit TV drama Lost, is slowly coming to terms with fatherhood, after a brief affair with an unnamed woman last year.

The 35-year-old actor it believed to have only just recently discovered his fling had led to the birth of a baby boy – but is taking his parenting responsibilities very seriously. Andrews said in a statement to the Associated Press: “I have every intention of assuming appropriate responsibility for the child.”

JESSICA SIMPSON
The sexy star and her estranged husband Nick Lachey have put their fabulous Californian pile on the market. The couple – who are separating after three years of marriage – are reportedly selling the five-bedroom mansion for $3.75million. The state of the art home which boasts a music studio and a sensational infinity pool – was the backdrop to sexy Jessica and her pop star husband’s hit reality TV show, ‘Newlyweds’.

After the pair split last year, 32-year-old Nick stayed at the house while 25-year-old Jessica moved back with mum and dad in LA. The Hollywood actress is now reported to have spent $3million on a mansion in Beverly Hills.

The ‘Dukes of Hazzard’' beauty, who cited “irreconcilable differences” when she filed for divorce, is very happy with her new life. "She's happy to have a house that's hers. This is the first time she's making her own decisions, says a source.

LINDSAY LOHAN
Rumours that the Hollywood star is pregnant has been dismissed as definitely untrue by her publicist Lohan was admitted to hospital after suffering an asthma attack last week, fuelling rumours that she was undergoing tests for pregnancy. “I'm happy to clear the air Lindsay is not pregnant." says her agent: "Lindsay is 100% not pregnant.

"She is much better. She is on her way home with her family. She is doing great.” Lohan who suffers from bulimia and is battling drug and alcohol dependency is facing charges after causing a highway smash driving under the influence of alcohol.

JAKE GYLLENHAAL
The Hollywood actor says kissing the late Heath Ledger in ‘Brokeback Mountain’ felt like exfoliating. Gyllenhaal claims that Heath’s stubble was so hard it gave his face a good scrub.

“When we kissed it felt like we were exfoliating, says the star: “It was definitely more aggressive. It was physically a much stronger thing.” Gyllenhaal also admits he was left injured after filming a scene in which the two actors fight. “When we fight in the movie it's very similar to when we are physical with each other, he adds: “I was pretty f**ked up after one of the scenes. We were rolling down the hill, really punching each other, strangling each other.”

The actor, who reportedly drives a porshe, says he only fancies women and has never had a gay experience - but wouldn't be worried if he found he was attracted to a man. "You know it's flattering when there's a rumour that says I'm bisexual. It means I can play more kinds of roles; I'm open to whatever people want to call me. I've never really been attracted to men sexually, but I don't think I would be afraid of it if it happened, adds the star

OASIS
The Brit Pop band members are reportedly set to snub the forthcoming Brit awards after failing to appear in the top nominations. Noel and Liam Gallagher were allegedly so upset their album, ‘Don’t Believe The Truth’, wasn’t nominated for the Best Album accolade they are set to boycott the prestigious ceremony next month

“Noel and Liam have no intention of turning up on the night, says a source: “They see it as a real snub to be overlooked for the category.” “It was a real kick in the teeth for Noel because he wanted to see Paul Weller pick up his Lifetime Achievement Award.” Meanwhile, VW golf may not be the car most Oasis fans had in mind for rocker Noel Gallagher, but he was recently spotted at a UK dealer filling out the order sheet. Sources say that VW Golf is for his partner Sara MacDonald who is rumoured to be expecting his baby.

EACH week Van Insurance scours the country in search of van driving super stars. We are sorry to report; yet again we have drawn a blank! But while our search has proven fruitless, Van Insurance can reveal the smashing, crashing celebrities who hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons.

MICHAEL JACKSON
The superstar’s Neverland ranch is to be sold at auction this month, for a jaw-dropping $24.5m. . In addition to Jackson’s 2,800-acre ranch, the prospective buyer will own everything within the property - including all fixtures, appliances, furniture, rides, games and its famous fun fair.

If there are no bidders for the asking price, Fortress Investments – an organisation that loaned Jackson $300 million to pay off his debts – will take possession of the property and the Thriller star’s fleet of luxury vehicles and sell them independently.

HEATH LEDGER
Robbers have caused the actor’s family even more heart-break by stealing the late star’s camper van. Ledger’s father - Kim Ledger has asked thieves to return the vehicle after he reported it was stolen over a week ago.

Heath allegedly gave the 1975 green Kombi to his close friend Trevor DiCarlo, shortly after moving to America from his native Australia. “Kim is desperate to have the vehicle returned” says a source: “He is asking police to have it towed back to his home city of Perth once it has been found.”

DANIEL DAY-LEWIS
Helen Mirren, who was named 2007 Best Actress for her portrayal of the Queen, knighted the Hollywood heartthrob for his role in ‘There Will Be Blood’ when he picked up his Oscar last week.

Mirren regally tapped the golden statue on Day-Lewis’s shoulder, mimicking how the monarch uses a sword to award a knighthood. "This is the closest I'll ever come to getting a knighthood, so thank you." said d Day-Lewis: “I hope that all those to whom I owe and feel the deepest gratitude will forgive me if I say just simply, thank you all." Meanwhile, the star who lives in Ireland remains famously down to earth and has been spotted driving around the Emerald Isles in a battered black BMW.

JENNIFER LOPEZ
The Hollywood diva is reported to have spent £300,000 on bodyguards to protect herself, husband Marc Anthony and their newborn twins from being kidnapped.

Sources say Lopez is "paranoid about a possible kidnapping” and as a result has hired burley bodyguards to guard her and her family in a top of the range, high security car. J-Lo who gave birth to a boy and girl in New York last month has named her two newborns Max and Emme.

DAVID BECKHAM
The soccer sensation is making female fans swoons across the Atlantic. Beckham was recently at the Grammys party in Hollywood's Club Central when an admirer who asked for a kiss approached him.

"When the girl came up to him and he kissed her on the cheek she just passed clean out! But David looked like it was an ordinary everyday thing. He just said, 'Get her some water. She'll be OK.', says a source.

Beckham spent time with producer Jermaine and his girlfriend Janet Jackson at the event, but was not joined by his wife Victoria. "Beckham rolled in at about 1am, says a partygoer: “looked like he was having a great time hanging out, talking and dancing with Jermaine and Janet."

Meanwhile, Victoria, who has just completed a tour with the Spice Girls bought her husband a Ferrari Maranello as a Christmas present. Beckham already owns a fleet of luxury cars including a silver blue Aston Martin, a Porshe 911 Carrera, a Range Rover and a Mercedes CLK convertible with the private plate T77 DVB.

KATIE PRICE
The former glamour model has denied the claims that she’s a bad mother and says she is looking forward to having more children. Denying reports from their former nanny that the couple can’t be bothered to care for their three children, Price says: “I love everything about being a mother. I can’t wait to have more kids. I want to wait until Princess is at nursery though so we can enjoy the three we have now.”

“I’d definitely think about adopting. We’ve even found a place over here where you can foster disabled kids. I want to go there on my day off and get one now.” Price, who drives a pink Mercedes, admits that it not easy caring for eight month old Princess Tiaamii, two-year-old Junior and particularly five-year-old Harvey, who blind and suffers from developmental problems.

“Harvey’s a nightmare at the moment, adds Price: “ His behaviour is terrible. Me and my friend went into town the other day and Harvey was fine until he got to the car park.”

“I tried to get him out of his wheelchair and he threw himself on the ground. There were me and my friend trying to lift an eight-stone child who was flipping like a fish, into the car.” “His tantrums are getting worse I think because he’s bigger and stronger now. It always happens in public. I don’t really look at anyone else - I don’t really care. If they’re standing there staring, I’ll say: ‘what are you staring at? He’s not an animal in a cage.’”

“Pete always used to say I gave Harvey more attention, but that’s because he has special needs and I knew his routine quicker and better.” “But now the attention is equal between all of them.”

BRITTANY MURPHY
The Hollywood star is reportedly acting “like a diva” on the set of her new movie, Across the Hall. “She’s extremely difficult. When she gets to the set, it comes to a grinding halt. She’s so hot and cold, you never know, says a source. “She also makes strange demands, like regular asking for precisely cut peanut butter and jam sandwiches. She needs one every hour. It’s painstaking - her assistant takes about a half an hour making each one.”

Meanwhile, the sexy star has admitted to losing her virginity in a car. “Not a very nice one, she says.

CAT DEELEY
The gorgeous star has revealed she is more of a hit with men on the other side of the pond. The TV presenter, who is now based in California has been regularly stepping out with dates since splitting from long-term love Mark Whelan in 2006.

“It’s nice. I don’t get loads of men coming up to me but I definitely get more than I do back home.” “Because I’m not as well known, I’m not as intimidating.”

The presenter of American Idol, recently admitted she has difficulty driving around Los Angeles. “I’m not a great driver and I’ve had a few bumps, says Deeley: “My car looks like it has been to Basra and back. Luckily I don’t bump into anyone – I tend to hit inanimate objects. It’s difficult because the roads are so difficult over here.”