What happened in the wide, wonderful world of celebrity news & gossip today? Here's a quick recap of the top ten stories in Starpulse News for today, Tuesday, June 30, 2009:

Eighties pop star Rick Astley is fighting off sick rumors he has been found dead in Germany, after becoming the latest in a handful of celebrities 'killed off' by Internet hoaxers.

Michael Jackson's classic Thriller album has been voted the greatest record of all time. The poll, organized by MTV, places the 1982 hit in first place

Teen starlet Miley Cyrus thrilled millions of fans in New York on Thursday by wrapping up against the cold to take part in the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Forgotten 1980s pop star Rick Astley stunned revellers at the MTV Europe Music Awards on Thursday by taking home the award for Best Act Ever.

The 1980s is a goldmine for classic MTV-era music videos. In today's battle, two mid-80s favorites throw down: Rick Astley's 1987 hit and subsequent Internet meme "Never Gonna Give You Up" against the '84 animated classic from a-ha "Take On Me."

Forgotten British pop star Rick Astley's 'Rickrolling' phenomenon has stepped up a gear - he is a surprise contender for the Best Act award at this year's MTV Europe Music Awards.

"If I was a young kid now looking at that song, I'd have to say I'd think it was pretty naff." Rick Astley reveals his true feelings towards his 1987 pop anthem "Never Gonna Give You Up."