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Natalie Imbruglia's billionaire toy boy

Entertainment Natalie Imbruglia's billionaire toy boy Apr 02 03:03pm Natalie Imbruglia had been enjoying the single life after her split from Silverchair's Daniel Johns but now she's spiced things up with a toy boy!Fresh from a holiday at a $6500-a-night luxury resort in Mauritius with pal Kylie Minogue, the former Neighbours star is being labelled a 'cougar' after cosying up to Richard Branson's 22-year-old son Sam at a party.The starlet, who's famous for her chart-topping single Torn, was a guest at Sam's lavish $220,000 ski-themed party in London to celebrate his trip to the Canadian Arctic.'They are besotted with each other and Nat's even talking about meeting him in the Arctic,' one partygoer reveals.It's not unusual for 33-year-old Nat to find herself in the arms of a younger man - her ex-husband is five years younger. The singer and actress has also been linked to 27-year-old Johnny Borrell, the guitarist from the British band Razorlight.Compared to some of her other liaisons since the end of her marriage, charismatic Sam appears to be quite a catch.After a short-lived experience at university, he trained as a chef. Sam, who's heir to his father's billions, has also dabbled in modelling and completed a one-year diploma in music. Despite his tender years and high profile, courtesy of his flamboyant billionaire father, Sam generally keeps to himself. However, he did make an exception when he published the diary he kept of his fact-finding mission to the Arctic Circle. Sam accompanied explorer Will Steger on his Global Warming 101 expedition last year.His father has an international reputation for partying hard and being a hit with the ladies. But Sam has avoided the party boy label despite his jetset lifestyle and famous friends who include Princes William and Harry.The hunky blond dated British socialite Isabella Anstruther-Gough-Calthorpe for nearly a year but it was his recent public display of affection with Nat that catapulted him into the public

Published: 2008-04-02
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Natalie Imbruglia's New Love

Entertainment Natalie Imbruglia's New Love Mar 12 02:31pm Beautiful singer Natalie Imbruglia won't be mourning the end of her marriage for long. She's being chased by British rocker Johnny Borrell, and loving it.Nat and Johnny, who recently split from Kirsten Dunst, first met last month at a party in Russia. He made a beeline for her and, despite a polite brush-off, persisted in chatting her up.Johnny, frontman of hit band Razorlight, has said it's his mission to get close to her, telling a mate: 'What a face, what a voice. She's gorgeous!' And according to her friends, it's working. After lots of phone chats, the pair have lined up a date in London.'She gave him a reasonably cool reception at first but was diplomatic as usual,' one mate says. ‘But he must be a glutton for punishment, because he kept coming back for more. He made her laugh, and that's what made her warm to him. She could do with cheering up.'It was a nice boost, as that party was stuffed with beautiful women. Models like Natalia Vodianova were floating around, but Johnny only had eyes for her. He scribbled down his phone number and made her take it. People were looking because it was obvious there was a spark there.'The friend adds: 'Since they met, he's rung her several times. She says he's nice to talk to, funny and considerate. This isn't what you'd call full-on dating - yet - but it's just what she needs. She's looking for some light-hearted fun.'The singer's split from her hubby of four years, Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns, was announced this year. They admitted distance destroyed their marriage - he was based here and she spends most of her time in England.Johnny, 27, who's also been linked with Harry Potter actress Emma Watson, is one of rock's more colourful characters. He's very outspoken and has a reputation as a party animal.But, like Natalie, 33, he's also revered for his great voice and onstage charisma. Nat's friend adds: 'He isn't a looker, but there's something sexy abo

Published: 2008-03-12
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Natalie's finding her feet

Entertainment Natalie's finding her feet May 07 03:52am Pop sensation Natalie Imbruglia was flashing a tattoo proclaiming 'self empowerment' in Chinese characters on her left foot when she was out arm-in-arm with a mystery man during a recent shopping jaunt in London.It's the latest sign the gorgeous former Neighbours star is starting a whole new phase of her life. She's putting the heartbreak of the past behind her after splitting from her famous husband, Silverchair singer Daniel Johns, only four months ago.'She's telling the world she has the confidence to do anything,' one friend confirms.And Nat certainly looked as if she didn't have a care in the world, smiling and laughing with her companion as they strolled through the famous Portobello Market in London's trendy Notting Hill.'She was hanging off his every word and they were clearly having a great time,' one observer says of the pair.Dressed casually in black tights and a warm grey overcoat, Natalie even indulged her sweet tooth, splashing out on some delicious treats from the nearby Hummingbird Bakery, which is known for its American-style cupcakes, cookies and brownies.When Nat, 33, and Daniel, 29, announced early this year they were separating due to the difficulties of a long-distance relationship and the constant pressure of their demanding careers, she headed back to London and threw herself headfirst into the dating scene.She was soon linked to Little Britain star and renowned ladies' man David Walliams, who made no secret of his admiration for the former model. She also dated 28-year-old rocker Johnny Borrell, the singer and guitarist from British band Razorlight.And Nat, who's most famous for her chart-topping single Torn, raised more than a few eyebrows when she was seen flirting with Sam Branson at a lavish party thrown for the 23-year-old in London two months ago. Sam's 10 years younger than Nat and the son of Virgin mogul Richard Branson.On the career front, things are also looking up f

Published: 2008-05-07
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