Organizers of Beyonce's controversial gig in Malaysia have insisted the sexy star will tone down her racy stage outfits - after Muslim groups threatened to protest the show.

Beyonce Knowles says she will perform in Malaysia in October, two years after canceling a show in this Muslim-majority country after protesters threatened to disrupt the concert because of her sexy image and clothing.

Avril Lavigne has confirmed reports she and her husband Deryck Whibley have split after three years of marriage - but insists she is "grateful" for her time with the rocker.

Avril Lavigne has split from rocker Deryck Whibley after three years of marriage, according to a tabloid report.

What is up with celebrities thinking they are clothing designers? Every time we turn around there is someone else coming up with another line of pointless outfits

Miley Cyrus has taken a feud with her ex-boyfriend Justin Gaston to the internet - blasting her former lover on her Twitter.com page.

Celebrate SpongeBob SquarePants' 10th birthday as VH1 debuts "Square Roots: The Story of SpongeBob SquarePants" tonight at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

What happened in the wide, wonderful world of celebrity news & gossip today? Here's a quick recap of the top stories in Starpulse News for today, Thursday, July 9, 2009:

Avril Lavigne's venture into the fashion industry has been so successful; she's extending her Abbey Dawn collection to include children's clothing.