Tommy Lee knew he could never compete with Ozzy Osbourne's wild ways when he found the rocker smearing his own excrement on the walls of his hotel room after one particularly crazy drink and drugs binge during the 1980s.

Lee witnessed the extent of Osbourne's bizarre behavior in 1984 when his band Motley Crue joined the former Black Sabbath frontman on the road.

The drummer admits even he was shocked by the amount of booze and illegal substances Osbourne took during that tour - and he vividly recalls the moment he realised the Brit had completely lost it.

Speaking in candid new film docu...

Heavy metal stars Avenged Sevenfold were crowned the most talented musicians in rock on Wednesday after sweeping the board with four prizes at the 2011 Revolver Golden Gods Awards.

Frontman M. Shadows beat Ozzy Osbourne and Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson to claim Best Vocalist, while Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance were named joint winners for Best Guitarist.

Former bandmate Mike Portnoy, who was temporarily drafted in to replace tragic Jimmy 'The Rev' Sullivan, also triumphed by taking the Best Drummer title. He did not attend the ceremony at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, but sent in a ...

Rocker Vince Neil has been charged with domestic violence and disorderly conduct, following an incident in Las Vegas last month.

The Motley Crue star is alleged to have stormed into comedian Hal Sparks' show at the Las Vegas Hilton, yelling obscenities aimed at his TV reporter ex-girlfriend Alicia Jacobs and one of her pals, who were in the audience.

Though Neil was not arrested, Jacobs filed a battery report, alleging the star jabbed her with his finger during the confrontation.

Neil has now been charged with two misdemeanors, which could land him back behind bars if the judge rules it ...

Miley Cyrus and Bret Michaels' version of Poison hit "Every Rose Has Its Thorn" is finally to be released as a single.

Cyrus and Michaels teamed up rework his classic anthem but the song's release was stalled after infidelity rumours between Michaels and Cyrus' mom, Tish, hit the tabloids - and reportedly broke up her marriage to Billy Ray Cyrus.

Now the Cyruses have halted divorce proceedings and reconciled, the track is back on the slate for Miley and Bret.

The song was supposed to be the Disney star's second single released from her album "Cant' Be Tamed."

Michaels tells E!, "The rec...

Motley Crue are to be honored at the fourth annual Sunset Strip Music Festival in Los Angeles with the event's Elmer Valentine Award.

The accolade is handed to rockers and promoters who have had a major impact on the famous real estate.

Past recipients have been Ozzy Osbourne, Slash and Sunset Strip founders Lou Adler, Mario Maglieri and Elmer Valentine himself.

Motley Crue's members will be honored at the House of Blues in August. The gala will kick off this year's three-day celebration of music at venues along the iconic 1.6-mile stretch of Sunset Boulevard.

Crue drummer Tommy Lee tel...

Bret Michaels has confirmed months of speculation suggesting legendary 1980s hair metal bands Poison and Motley Crue are to tour together.

Michaels announced plans for the massive U.S. trek in November, but fans were left disappointed when Motley Crue's Tommy Lee insisted the Poison frontman was wrong.

Now, the two bands have agreed to team up for a string of dates - and Michaels, who reveals iconic glam rockers The New York Dolls will support them on tour, is ecstatic about the collaborative gigs to mark their joint anniversaries.

He tells CNN talk show host Piers Morgan, "Huge, it's co...

Rocker Vince Neil has been released from jail after serving just 10 days of his 15-day sentence for a DUI charge.

The Motley Crue star began his punishment on February 15, just days after celebrating his 50th birthday, after pleading guilty to the count, which stemmed from a 2010 arrest, last month.

But he walked free from Clark County Detention Center in Nevada on Friday, reports TMZ.com.

Neil will spend the next 15 days under house arrest as part of his sentence.

The singer recently hit out at the punishment, insisting the judge overseeing his case was "a little harsh" and wanted to "...

Ozzy Osbourne and Iron Maiden will be the frontrunners at this year's third annual Revolver Golden Gods Awards after picking up multiple nominations on Thursday.

Ozzy will battle Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson for Best Vocalist, while the Prince of Darkness' guitarist and drummer will battle Maiden's men for the night's best player prizes.

Rob Zombie also picks up multiple nods - his touring guitarist is up for Best Guitarist and drummer Joey Jordison will compete with Tommy Clufetos (Ozzy Osbourne), Abe Cunningham (Deftones), Roy Mayorga (Stone Sour), Nico McBrain (Iron Maiden) and Avenge...

Incarcerated rocker Vince Neil was surprised to receive a jail sentence for a 2010 DUI charge and is convinced the judge overseeing his case wanted to "make an example" out of him.

The Motley Crue star is currently serving 15 days behind bars at Clark County Detention Center in Nevada after pleading guilty to the offence last month.

Neil has now spoken out about the sentence and accepts his punishment "is what it is", although he insists it is "a little harsh."

He tells the Las Vegas Sun, "Obviously, it was something that happened, and it should not have happened. There are so many other...

Motley Crue, The Cars and Green Day have made it onto a new magazine list of the Top 10 Best Rock Bands ever.

The three acts join the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Queen and Santana on the Parade magazine poll.

The Beatles topped the list, and along with Led Zeppelin are the only two that are no longer performing and recording together. The Cars recently reformed and are currently in the studio working on new material.

Green Day is releasing a brand-new live album, entitled "Awesome As F***," on March 22 on Reprise Records. It will include explosive performances captured during the band’...

Vince Neil has surrendered to authorities in Nevada, where he'll serve 15 days behind bars on a DUI charge.

The Motley Crue star will serve his sentence at Clark County Detention Center.

Neil pleaded guilty to a 2010 DUI charge on January 26.

After serving time behind bars, Neil will be placed on house arrest for 15 days before heading out on tour in South America with Motley Crue.

Talking about his DUI shame, Neil recently told People.com, "I made a mistake, and I have to finally learn my lesson and go do a little bit of time. I've already learned my lesson. I just have to move on and ...

Rocker Vince Neil has a string of Motley Crue dates to look forward to when he's released from prison later this month - including one that will take him to Argentina.

The frontman has been ordered to surrender to officials in Las Vegas on February 15 and serve a 15-day sentence on a DUI charge - but he's already making travel plans for when he's a free man.

Motley Crue will perform at Estadio Cubierto Malvinas Argentinas in Buenos Aires on May 19 and 20.

The group will also be among the artists performing at the Bamboozle festival in New Jersey on April 29 - and they're heading to Mexic...

Rocker Vince Neil has shot down reports he owes over $1 million in unpaid taxes, insisting his payments with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are "satisfied and settled."

The Motley Crue frontman, who is due to serve 15 days behind bars later this month, had reportedly fallen behind on his taxes and was being chased by federal authorities for debts amounting to $1,111,221.

Now Neil has brushed off the speculation, revealing he has had previous tax issues, due to accounting errors, but he's adamant he has now satisfied the IRS' requests after striking a deal with them.

He tells the Las ...

Rocker Vince Neil is ready to serve his 15-day jail term for a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction, insisting he's learned his lesson for his "mistake".

The Motley Crue frontman was handed the sentence last week in connection to his arrest for speeding and drunk driving in Las Vegas last June. As part of a deal with prosecutors, the singer - who faced up to six months behind bars if convicted - pleaded guilty in exchange for the more lenient sentence. He will also serve 15 days under house arrest following his release, attend alcohol awareness lessons and pay a $185 fine.

Howev...

Prison-bound rocker Vince Neil has found himself embroiled in more trouble - he allegedly owes over $1 million in unpaid taxes.

The Motley Crue frontman, who is due to serve 15 days behind bars next month, is being chased by U.S. federal authorities for debts amounting to $1,111,221, according to the Detroit News.

Neil and his wife Lia were hit with a $740,171 lien for delinquent federal taxes last April, while another $371,050 demand was filed against the couple for income taxes in December.

On Wednesday, Neil pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol, stemming from an ar...

Rocker Vince Neil will serve 15 days behind bars next month after pleading guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol.

The Motley Crue frontman initially pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor drunk driving and speeding charges stemming from an arrest in Las Vegas in June. He was accused of driving his luxury Lamborghini sports car 60 miles-per-hour in a 45 mile-per-hour zone near the Vegas Strip, while over the legal alcohol limit. He failed three field sobriety tests and his blood-alcohol level was almost three times the legal limit.

The rocker entered a guilty plea during a hearing ...

Rockers Motley Crue have been hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit after the iconic snap from the band's Too Fast For Love album cover was used on merchandise.

The band and bosses at tour giant Live Nation are being sued by Ron Toma, who claims he owns the rights to the photograph, which was taken by Michael Pinter in 1981 and shows a close-up of a man wearing a belt and leather trousers.

The image features on sweatshirts sold on the band's website, and Toma has filed papers in Illinois Northern District Court accusing the two parties of using the image without permission, accordin...

Rocker Vince Neil has been sentenced to serve two weeks behind bars for driving under the influence of alcohol.

According to reports, the Motley Crue frontman will plead guilty to a DUI charge on January 26 and surrender to Las Vegas officials on February 15.

He will serve 15 days in the Clark County Detention Center, followed by another 15 days of house arrest.

A statement from the rock star reads, "I have recognised that you can't drink and drive at all. I take full responsibility for my actions and will learn from this experience."

Neil initially pleaded not guilty to misdemeanour dr...

Motley Crue star Nikki Sixx's winter romance with Denise Richards is over, according to reports.

TooFab.com reports the couple has decided they're better friends and neighbors in Los Angeles than lovers.

Sixx and the former Bond girl, who was married to Charlie Sheen and has romanced rocker Richie Sambora, went public with their romance just before Christmas when they were spotted hand-in-hand outside a movie theatre in California.

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June was a bumper wedding month with Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green marrying on a beach in Hawaii, while Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart wed after seven years together. Gemma Arterton married Stefano Catelli, and Alanis Morissette married MC Souleye. British newsman Piers Morgan wed Celia Walden and Mena Suvari married music producer Simone Sestitos. Glee star Jane Lynch married Lara Embry in a civil partnership ceremony – and love was also in the air for Orlando Bloom, who announced his engagement to longterm girlfriend Miranda Kerr.

"Ugly Betty" star America Ferrera became engage...

Motley Crue singer Vince Neil is convinced he was saved from a downward spiral of depression and drugs following a ghostly visit from his late daughter.

The rocker was devastated when five-year-old Skylar passed away in 1995 after a battle with cancer, and Neil turned to booze and pills to block out the pain. He struggled with depression and suicidal thoughts for two years and endured numerous stints in rehab, until he was saved by a spooky experience.

Neil tells TV show Celebrity Ghost Stories, "After we buried (Skylar), I sedated myself on pills and alcohol. I couldn't take it. For m...

Denise Richards has confirmed she's dating Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx, but insists they're taking the new romance "very slowly".

Reports linking the actress to the rocker surfaced this week, and TV host Andy Cohen took the opportunity to quiz the star about the story during her appearance on Bravo's Watch What Happens L!ve on Thursday night.

When asked whether she is dating Sixx, Richards coyly replied, "What's considered dating?" before admitting she has "gone on a couple (of) dates" with the musician.

She adds, "If anything's gonna develop, you want it to develop on its own. Tha...

Motley Crue rocker Nikki Sixx has moved on from his failed romance with reality star Kat Von D - the bassist is reportedly dating actress Denise Richards.

Celebrity tattoo artist Von D called it quits with the musician back in January, ending their two-year romance. Sixx alluded to a someone special on his Twitter.com blog on Friday night, revealing he had "a midnight rendezvous planned with a beautiful maiden."

And Usmagazine.com reports the mysterious maiden is in fact Richards, after the pair was spotted getting cozy over breakfast at a Calabasas, California restaurant the following m...

Sea World bosses have hit back at rocker Tommy Lee, insisting allegations park keepers enforce a bizarre breeding program for killer whales are "beyond ludicrous."

The Motley Crue drummer fired off a rambling letter to Terry W. Prather, the president of the Orlando, Florida complex, on Tuesday, demanding the release of a whale in captivity to put a stop to claims the mammal was being used as a "sperm bank."

Lee, backed by officials from the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), used the missive to condemn the odd way handlers reportedly masturbated orca whale Tilikum for bre...

Rocker Tommy Lee has fired off a bizarre missive to the boss of SeaWorld in Orlando, Florida, demanding he release a whale in captivity and stop using the mammal as a "sperm bank."

Tilikum the orca hit the headlines in February after killing whale trainer Dawn Brancheau, 40, during a show at the city's SeaWorld complex.

Celebrities including Matt Damon and Lee's ex-wife Pamela Anderson spoke out after the tragedy, urging the venues to be shut down and the killer whales released from the tourist attractions.

And animal-loving Lee has given his backing to the ongoing campaign, teaming up w...

Vince Neil has confirmed he's set to swap rock 'n' roll for ice dancing in new reality TV contest Skating With The Stars.

The Motley Crue frontman is leading the line-up for the first season of the Dancing With The Stars spin-off show, which will see celebrities pair up with professional figure skaters to compete against each other every week. Neil is joined by All My Children actress Rebecca Budig, Blade Runner star Sean Young, reality TV's Bethenny Frankel, Disney's Brandon Mychal Smith and former Olympic ski champion Jonny Moseley.

And the rock star has made a shock confession - he's...

Celebrity tattooist Kat Von D and rocker Nikki Sixx had Hollywood gossips buzzing at the premiere of "Jackass 3D" on Wednesday night when the former couple arrived together but refused to pose for photos.

Sources tell WENN Von D, who split from the Motley Crue bassist earlier this year and is now dating Sandra Bullock's ex-husband Jesse James, was visibly upset on the red carpet but refused to discuss her personal life with members of the media.

One photographer says, "They showed up together but posed separately. They wouldn't even agree to pose with (Jackass star) Steve-O. It was very o...

Motley Crue star Vince Neil spares no expense when it comes to his pet dogs - the rocker purchased a private jet just to transport the pampered pooches.

The singer adores his two cocker spaniels and used to spend thousands of dollars chartering planes to take them between his homes in San Francisco, California and Las Vegas. So Neil decided to save money on the hire costs by investing in his own jet to fly the dogs.

He says, "Just because of them I had to buy a jet. I bought an airplane for the dogs because I have a home in San Francisco and Las Vegas and my (estranged) wife won't put ...

Motley Crue rocker Vince Neil will stand trial in January after pleading not guilty to misdemeanor drink driving and speeding charges stemming from an arrest in Las Vegas in June.

Neil's lawyer entered the plea on his behalf in Las Vegas Justice Court on Monday.

The rocker, who was not present for the hearing, is accused driving his luxury Lamborghini sports car 60 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone near the Vegas Strip, while over the legal alcohol limit.

Neil's trial is scheduled for January 6.

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A representative for Heather Locklear has dismissed reports the actress is set to wed boyfriend Jack Wagner.

Recent rumors suggested Wagner had cemented the couple's three-year relationship by asking Locklear to marry him during a party marking her 49th birthday on September 25th.

However, the former Melrose Place star isn't planning to walk down the aisle anytime soon, according to her rep. The spokesperson tells People.com, "Heather Locklear and Jack Wagner are not engaged."

Locklear has previously been married to Motley Crue star Tommy Lee and Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora, the...