Lara Stone Replaces Madonna As Face of Louis Vuitton

I thought Madonna was doing a smashing job at LV. Guess not, seeing as though Dutch model, Lara Stone is reportedly being shot by Steven Meisel for Louis Vuitton's new Spring/Summer fashion campaign.

I think it's a good move for LV, because Stone's mug slays. Her bone structure is amazing and her eyes will cut through the God's. I can't wait until the ad comes out. New background for my computer, maybe? :)


-Christopher Nic.

Rihanna Breaks The Silence

Right when I was about to do a write-up on Rihanna's new album cover (pictured above) and her speaking on her album, or lack thereof. I mean, I was about to go IN!

She has been quiet for so long about her album; the direction, her inspiration, collaborations, etc. Luckily she has die-hard stans that won't hold it against her.

But right before I was going to give Miss RiRi a piece of my mind, she comes back with another promo video. She has got television channel, ABC on her side and for the FIRST time she is telling HER story. They make it so dramatic. Stay tuned this Thursday at 7 a.m. for Good Morning America and Friday night at 10, for 20/20.

Her marketing team goes awf. Not off. AWF.


Click here to see the promo.


-Christopher Nic.

LivLuxMag.com Elevator Pitch

We entered a elevator pitch competition to in $2,000. Check out the video filmed and edited by Mark Nichols. Contact Mark @ flintmoviemaker@gmail.com.

-Doni W.

"So Ambitious" T-Shirt From BBC/Ice Cream

Everyone's early morning motivation song, "So Ambitious" from Jay-Z's the Blueprint III, has now taken on a new life. BBC/ Ice Cream will be releasing the black "So Ambitious" t-shirt at their NYC Flagship Store today at 11am (and online at noon). No word on the price of the shirt, but knowing BBC it's more than likely over $50. For more infomation call 212-777-2225.

-Doni W.

Kris Allen's Self-Titled Album

Kris Allen will not drop his eponymous studio album "Kris Allen" across United States until November 17. However, snippets of its thirteen tracks have been made available for stream on Amazon Germany.

Spotted missing from the preview is a song titled "Send Me All Your Angels" which is co-written by Kris and Chris Daughtry. It is set to be offered as an exclusive bonus track for those buying the album on Walmart.

Recently, Kris Allen has showcased three of his fresh materials at Dolphin's Tailgate Stage Sunday, October 25. He sang about fighting to save a rocky relationship in "Before We Come Undone", danced to the groovy beat of "Written All Over My Face" and continued with another funky tune with "Can't Stay Away".

Kris' another scheduled gig will take place on December 11 at New York City's Z100 Christmas Ball. He will be joined by David Archuleta, Jordin Sparks, Taylor Swift, John Mayer, Justin Bieber, The Fray, Boys Like Girls, Pitbull, Owl City and Jay Sean.

Global premiere for Michael Jackson movie

Michael Jackson's family and fans have attended the worldwide premiere of his concert documentary, This Is It.

The movie was pieced together from 100 hours of footage shot at rehearsals for the star's ill-fated comeback shows.

Jackson's brothers Jermaine, Marlon, Tito and Randy, attended a star-studded screening in Los Angeles. Simultaneous premieres were held in 18 other cities.

Introducing the film, director Kenny Ortega described it as "the last sacred document of our leader and friend".

Jermaine Jackson on the film
"We're going to see him going through the motions, though, not giving 1,000% because he's making sure everyone else is going to do their part".












But some fans protested outside the screenings, saying the film covers up Jackson's declining health.

The dedicated fans, who have set up a campaign called This Is Not It, are accusing concert promoter AEG Live of putting too much pressure on the star during the build up to his 50-date run at London's O2 Arena.

Jackson, who died on June 25 aged 50, had spent the previous four months rehearsing in Los Angeles.

More than 800,000 tickets had been sold for the concerts, with organisers promising one of the "most expensive and technically advanced" live shows ever.

He was just two weeks away from the opening night at the time of his death, which authorities in Los Angeles ruled a homicide.

'Pure joy'

The Los Angeles premiere took place across the road from the Staples Center, the site of Jackson's rehearsals and, later, his public memorial service.

Stars attending the event included Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton, Katy Perry, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Motown Records founder Berry Gordy Jr.

On the red carpet, Jermaine Jackson stressed that the footage just showed "preparation" for the star's concerts.

"We're going to see him going through the motions," he said, "not giving 1,000% because he's making sure everyone else is going to do their part but, at the same time, once he got on that stage, he was going to give them 100,000%"

THIS IS IT PREMIERES
- Los Angeles
- Belgium
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Denmark
- Germany
- Hungary
- Korea
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Peru
- Poland
- Slovakia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Switzerland
- Uruguay
- United Kingdom
- New York City

But fans were largely positive.

"Judging by that film, it would have been the best show of all time," Darryn Wade told the BBC. "I just wish I got to see the live concert."

Ed Rahmen said the movie proved the O2 concerts would have been "the best thing he had ever done".

"It was like a film on stage. It was better than any of his early stuff. It was Jackson brought to this time and age."

Neda Allin added: "You can see he was a bit ill, or he didn't look right, but the movie was brilliant."

Meanwhile, Jackson's close friend Elizabeth Taylor issued her verdict on the film via Twitter, calling it: "The single most brilliant piece of filmmaking I have ever seen".

"I wept from pure joy at his God given gift. There will never, ever be the likes of him again," she added.

"We have this piece of film to remind us forever and ever that once there was such a man. God kissed him."

This Is It has now been released to cinemas for a limited two-week run. The first public screening in London began at 0400GMT, with fans queuing through the night to see it.

By the weekend, it will be shown in 110 countries, with distributor Sony putting 15,000 prints into circulation.

Kate Moss Launches New Fragrance: Vintage

Kate Moss perfected the art of wanting women to look like her. Now she's working on having you all smell like her too. Her new fragrance in collaboration with perfumer Olivier Polge, Vintage is a must-have. It's the perfect blend of fruity and floriental smell-good. The eau de parfum is said to represent Kate’s individual style and the vintage theme goes with the scent’s 20s/30s-inspired faceted bottle.

"I am fascinated by vintage pieces because they not only have a remarkable beauty, but also an innate sense of history. I love the fact that each object has its own story to tell," Kate says, when asked about Vintage. The ad campaign is a modern classic, with Moss looking amazing.

Vintage by Kate Moss eau de parfum costs £35 for 30ml. Available at Boots nationwide or you can check out katemossparfums.com for additional stockist info.


-Christopher Nic.

Agyness Deyn does NYLON Korea

If you keep up with a lot of the international issues of magazines, you had to have spotted Ms. Dope, Agyness Deyn (whom which I haven't heard much about lately, hmmm...) in this months issue of NYLON Korea.

She's shot modeling a brand called IDOHC, whose logo looks a lot like American Eagles. Like, a lot.

Check out a few more pics below.

Aggy, if you're reading this...we miss you!


-Christopher Nic.

OAK NYC For The Low

Here's something that I would consider a reasonable priced gift for a loved one: Black faux suede strap closed toe platform heel.

Long name. Short price.

$72 is a great price for something from OAK. No shade, I love their clothes...or rather, love to LOOK at them. If you can agree, how about you change that and purchase a pair, even if it's for the most important person - You.

Click here to purchase.

P.S. - They're also available in a Royal Blue.


-Christopher Nic.

The Bridge - Melanie Fiona

I've just recently become a Melanie Fiona fan when I first got the chance to listen to her first single, "It Kills Me" off of her new album, The Bridge (I posted the music video about a week ago).

Above is a video of Melanie and her crew as they travel to Canada for the second stop in her series of live performances. Her voice is amazing and much more developed and well-tamed than a lot of the female artists that have been in the game for years. I appreciate good music, and I know our readers do too, so make sure you pick up your copy of The Bridge on iTunes, today. I have my copy!


-Christopher Nic.

Pop star Madonna opens new Malawi school

Pop star Madonna has marked the start of construction at the girls school she is building in Malawi.

The 51-year-old cut a ribbon and planted a tree at the groundbreaking ceremony at the Raising Malawi Academy for Girls.

The star's four children including David, 4, and Mercy, 3 - whom Madonna adopted from the country - were also present at the event.

It is thought construction of the $15m (£9.2m) academy will take two years.

"Growing up in a privileged life, I took education for granted, but coming to Malawi has taught me a lot of things and learnt to appreciate what life gives," Madonna said.

The singer added she wanted to give opportunities to underprivileged young girls.

"I realised how much they deserve to be educated and so for me the best thing I could do was to build a school, a unique school that will create future female leaders, scientists, lawyers and doctors.

"If this school is successful it will be used as a model to replicate it in other countries," she said.

Belief

Madonna's charity, Raising Malawi, aims to provide accommodation, food, education and other support to orphans in the country.

The Raising Malawi Academy for Girls, is on the outskirts of the country's capital, Lilongwe and will admit 500 girls from the small southern African country's 28 districts.

Madonna adopted four-year-old David in 2006
"Research proves that young girls throughout the developing world are often left without opportunities to receive a comprehensive education and the benefits that education can provide," Madonna said in a statement on her website.

"Our goal is to teach them to challenge themselves, serve their local communities and develop their country."

Anjimile Mtila Oponyo, a local academic who has been hired to head the academy, said:"Madonna believes that given opportunities, these girls will become scientists, lawyers and doctors."

"She believes in them. Having someone believe in you is important to a girl."

During her trip, Madonna is also expected to meet with President Bingu wa Mutharika and visit some of the orphanages her charity supports.

Converse Spring 2010 Collection

Converse is always a cool collection to enjoy. Over the years, they have still been a simple must-have in your closet. Even if you just want to run out for a quick bite to eat with some friends or even get spruced up, but still keep it really casual...Chucks are there. They just recently held a showcase/scavenger hunt in New York, starting at the Chelsea Hotel. One thing I love about the classic shoe line is that they are always coming with fresh and new ideas and designs, so that the traditional look is still in place, just with a little twist. Below are a few photos from the collection.


The Clash to celebrate their “London Calling” album
Transparent sole
John Varvatos for Converse
Converse eyewear


-Christopher Nic.

Andrew Lloyd Webber treated for cancer

Lloyd Webber wrote the UK's 2009 Eurovision Song Contest entry
Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, 61, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, it has been disclosed.

His spokesman said in a statement that the condition was currently in its very early stages.

"Andrew is now undergoing treatment and expects to be fully back at work before the end of the year," it said.

Lord Lloyd Webber, composer of Jesus Chris Superstar and Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, is set to judge a BBC talent show next year.

Lord Lloyd Webber is best known for his musicals which include Evita, Starlight Express and The Phantom of the Opera.

Earlier this month, he launched his new musical Love Never Dies, a sequel to Phantom of the Opera which is due to open in February next year.

He has led three successful BBC series which cast leads for West End musicals: How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?, Any Dream Will Do and Oliver!

Next year he will launch a new BBC show to find Dorothy and Toto for a new theatrical production of The Wizard of Oz.

He owns seven London theatres including the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the London Palladium.

Prostate cancer affects around 35,000 men in the UK each year and kills just over 10,000.

Deploying Windows 7 : Free Microsoft Ebook

With the release of Windows 7 right around the corner Microsoft has released a free ebook called “Deploying Windows® 7 Essential Guidance from the Windows 7 Resource
Kit and TechNet Magazine”. The contents of the ebook are divided into chapters that have been taken from the Windows 7 Resource Kit and from Technet articles.

The Windows Resource Kit chapters are very technical and go into deployment details while the Technet chapters are addressing specific issues or providing general information about the Windows 7 operating system. Below is the list of available chapters in the Windows 7 deployment book:















The Windows 7 deployment ebook has a total of 332 pages and can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft website.

Brad Pitt in Minor Motorcycle Accident

Brad Pitt is unharmed after a minor motorcycle accident, Us magazine reported.

Early reports stated that the Inglourious Basterds star and father of six was bumped from behind by a paparazzi and fell off his bike, but TMZ is now reporting that the star clipped his bike's handlebars on a parked car while trying to maneuver through traffic at a red light, causing his bike to fall over.

Pitt was wearing his helmet and wasn't injured. He removed his bike from the road and was picked up at a nearby apartment complex. TMZ reported that the star left his motorcycle at the scene.

Pitt once told W Magazine in an interview that his helmet provides the added benefit of disguising him from the paparazzi. "This is my anonymity," he told the mag.

Windows 7

Windows 7 is the latest version of Microsoft Windows, a series of operating systems produced by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including home and business desktops, laptops, netbooks, tablet PCs and media center PCs. Windows 7 was released to manufacturing on July 22, 2009, and general retail availability on October 22, 2009, less than three years after the release of its predecessor, Windows Vista. Windows 7's server counterpart, Windows Server 2008 R2, was released at the same time.

Unlike its predecessor, which introduced a large number of new features, Windows 7 is intended to be a more focused, incremental upgrade to the Windows line, with the goal of being fully compatible with applications and hardware with which Windows Vista is already compatible. Presentations given by Microsoft in 2008 focused on multi-touch support, a redesigned Windows Shell with a new taskbar, a home networking system called HomeGroup, and performance improvements. Some applications that have been included with prior releases of Microsoft Windows, including Windows Calendar, Windows Mail, Windows Movie Maker, and Windows Photo Gallery, are not included in Windows 7; some are instead offered separately as part of the free Windows Live Essentials suite.

US asks for Roman Polanski extradition

Roman Polanski went to Switzerland to receive a lifetime achievement award
The US has formally asked Switzerland to extradite film director Roman Polanski on sex charges, Swiss officials say.

Polanski has been wanted in the US since he fled the country in 1978, after pleading guilty to having unlawful sex with an under-age girl.

He was held in Zurich after travelling from France to collect an award at the city's film festival in September.

The director recently lost an appeal to be released on bail from a Swiss jail.

The Swiss justice ministry said in a statement that if it approved the US request, Polanski might appeal against the decision.

"The US Embassy in Bern submitted the formal extradition request... within the deadline of 40 days stipulated under the bilateral extradition treaty," the statement said.

Earlier this week Swiss authorities defended their action in informing the US that Polanski was travelling to Zurich.

The tip-off led to the 76-year-old's arrest.

Swiss officials said they were obliged to take Polanski into custody after learning that the decades-old warrant was still valid.

The director, who holds dual French and Polish citizenship, was originally charged with six offences, but pleaded guilty to unlawful sex with the 13-year-old girl following a plea bargain.

He has not set foot in the US since taking flight, and has settled in France.

In recent years, his lawyers have tried to have the case dismissed.

Robin Givhan Speaks Her Mind

Lots of people choose their roles and play them very well. But with Robin Givhan I refuse to believe her "tell it like it is" columns are apart of a character to stir up controversy. The Pulitzer Prize winning fashion journalist for the Washington Post ruffles peoples feathers with nearly every key stroke. Recently I read her latest article titled "Yes, Thin's In-- But Why Is That A Surprise", and her suggestion that the ideal model is super thin because the general population is obese, led to countless comments...and almost none of them sided with Givhan.

I personally saw the point she was making. The fashion industry is a fantasy world that creates images of what we all aspire to be, and if the sight of obesity frustrates the industry (not just because of looks, but because of health and discipline) than the image of thin models will be the standard.

I was curious to know how Givhan felt about the back lash she always receives because of her articles and here's what she told me:

"I appreciate your note. I write what I believe to be true and I try to be fair and decent in the way that I express my opinions. It's pretty much as simple as that. While I am curious to know what readers think, I find it difficult to read some of the comments posted. Anonymity seems to bring out the worst in people.

-Robin"

With a long list of angry readers and a front row seat during fashion week, Robin continues to shine light on fashion from a totally different angle. And for that a Pulitzer is well deserved.

-Doni W.

T-Rains

Former designer of the late clothing line, Heatherette, Traver Rains has moved on to a new project. He's started a t-shirt line called, T-Rains.

How creative? *PAUSE*

This Big Mac tee is included in his first collection.

You can order this shirt and plenty more cool shirts at:www.t-rains.com


I don't know how big he plans on making T-Rains...maybe if he does some expanding in the NEAR future, because shirts are so...shirts. Ya know?


-Christopher Nic.

Mulberry For Mans Best Friend

British label Mulberry is not only worried about keeping me and you warm this winter, but your dog. This Fall they will be debuting winter coats for small dogs in lumberjack check and the classic Mulberry tweed. Scrape up $140 and stuck this under your tree for your pup.


-Christopher Nic.

Fit For A Southern Belle

Clothing collection, Belle Sauvage is a winner in my book and it's all because of this Karl (Lagerfeld) dress. For $173, it's not needed to spend your last, but when you got it, get it.

The only problem that I see in the dress is that it is “body con,” (meaning there’s no way to know quite how it fits). But if you're not worried about that, because your body fits any and everything, visit Pixie Market and add this dress to your closet.


-Christopher Nic.

Sir Paul McCartney announces European tour

It will be the singer's only headlining UK show of 2009
Sir Paul McCartney will perform his first European tour for five years in December, he has announced.
The Good Evening Europe tour will see the singer take in six cities including Berlin and Paris, before finishing at London's O2 Arena on 22 December.

The last time the former Beatle played an arena show in London was in April 2003 at Earl's Court. It will be the first time he has performed at the O2.

Tickets for the concerts will go on sale on Monday 26 October.

The tour will open on 2 December in Hamburg, where the Beatles honed their sound with live performances in clubs between 1960 and 1962.

"This is my chance to bring our current show home to where it all began, starting in Hamburg, ending in London and rocking everywhere in between," Sir Paul said.

"I'm very much looking forward to ending the year on a high."

Although it will be Sir Paul's first public performance at the O2, he used the venue - then known as the Millennium Dome - to rehearse for his summer tour of Europe in 2004, which ended with his headline spot at the Glastonbury Festival.

The December gig will be the singer's only headlining UK show of 2009, but he will also be among performers at a charity concert for Children in Need on 12 November at London's Royal Albert Hall. photo AP

Tour Dates
2-December - Hamburg Color Line Arena
3-December - Berlin O2 World
9-December - Arnhem Gelredome
10-December - Paris Bercy
16-December - Cologne Koln Arena
20-December - Dublin O2
22-December - London O2 Arena

That's a Pretty Personal Question

I hope you're not so stuck on the Target and H&M collaborations that you're not paying attention to the Adidas designer features. When they get with a designer, they spare us the simple t-shirts and basic pieces and go straight for the kill.

Following in the footsteps of Stella McCartney and Jeremy Scott is the British label PPQ- Pretty Personal Question (cute, I know). This is their first collection with Adidas, and the use of the signature black and white stripes is right up my alley. Please excuse me while I run to the nearest Adidas store!

-Doni W.

Gorgeous Hair

Marie Claire magazine is big on hair trends. Under their hair and beauty section they featured new winter hair styles and based it around the bob --personal fav :-). This Marc Jacobs runway inspired style is absolutely amazzzing. How you obtain it? Only God knows...but this is definitely a picture to take to the hair dresser when preparing for one of those important evenings outs.

Don't forget the deep red lips!

-Doni W.

Essence of Amerie

The underdog who's back on the scene, Amerie, vamped it up for the November 2009 issue of Essence Magazine for her Sophisticated Lady spread. When I was flipping through the spread I was thinking to myself that it looked like the petite star, but I had to see her name just to be sure. I would love to see her get into more editorials, she's become a staple at all the fashion weeks and I know she would kill it. I was happy to see that this spread was shot by Andrew Yee, who I worked with on a shoot for the November 2008 issue for Nylon. Andrew is amazing and fun to work with, which explains why these images came out so gorgeous.

-Doni W.

Swiss 'tipped off US' on Roman Polanski

Polanski was arrested as he arrived in Zurich to receive a film festival award
Newly released documents have shed light on how fugitive film director Roman Polanski came to be arrested during a trip to Zurich last month.

The AP news agency said e-mails show that the Swiss authorities tipped off their US counterparts that Polanski, 76, was preparing to travel to Zurich.

The filmmaker was held as he travelled from France to collect an award.

He has been wanted in the US since pleading guilty to unlawful sex with an underage girl and then fleeing in 1978.

The US authorities have so far declined to say how they learned of Polanski's trip to Zurich.

But the e-mails revealed by AP, following a public records request, show that the information came from the Swiss Federal Office of Justice.

After receiving the tip-off, US federal officials alerted prosecutors in Los Angeles, who drafted an arrest warrant, according to AP.

Correspondents say is not clear why Switzerland chose to pursue Polanski now, when the director has been a frequent visitor to that country.

He has lost an appeal to be released on bail and is currently being held in a Swiss jail ahead of his possible extradition to the United States.

Job cuts help Yahoo profits surge

Yahoo has cut jobs and relaunched its web portal
Internet giant Yahoo saw its third quarter profits more than treble - despite sales falling by about 12% - as it slashed costs.

Yahoo said it earned $186m (£113.6m) compared with $54m in the same period last year. Revenue fell to $1.58bn.

The firm has cut more than 2,000 jobs during the past year.

But it is still struggling to lure back advertisers that trimmed their budgets during the recession, and spent money on emerging websites.

Direction change

Unlike rival Google, Yahoo has been struggling to turn its position as one of the world's most popular website into profits.

The company has tried to change its direction since chief executive Carol Bartz replaced co-founder Jerry Yang in January this year.

Last month it relaunched its web portal, supported by a $100m global advertising campaign.

The company hopes the website refresh will boost both traffic and revenues.

Yahoo is also opening its home page to rivals, allowing users to integrate third-party web services like Facebook or Hotmail into its portal.

"We knew the new management could drive some of the cost out of the system, but we want to start to see what can be done to have the company return to growth," said Olin Gillis, an analyst at Brigantine Advisors.

"This is a company that's still very much in the process of being restructured. It's a mild positive. They're doing what they're supposed to be doing."

In July, Microsoft and Yahoo agreed a deal that will see Yahoo's websites use both Microsoft's search technology and search advertising.

Yahoo in turn will become the sales team for banner advertising for both companies. However, the deal still awaits regulatory approval and is not expected to be finalised before spring 2010.
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Alicia Keys - Doesn't Mean Anything [MUSIC VIDEO]

She shines. That is all that needs to be said. Get in.

-Christopher Nic.

Rihanna's Newest Single: Russian Roulette

Twitter has reached capacity. Facebook and MySpace are going awf. Everyone and their mom is talking about it. The Wait Is Really OVA. Get in.

I was sitting in class, headphones in ears (shame on me) and hands ready to click on the first link of Rihanna's newest single "Russian Roulette".

The song is nothing anyone expected, which is only one of the reasons why I love it. We we're looking right. She went left. The slow tempo and beat was everything I needed, & I didn't even know.

Just see for yourself. Rihanna - Russian Roulette



-Christopher Nic.

Wild film top at US box office

Where The Wild Things Are contains actors alongside animation
A fantasy film about a make-believe world of monsters has entered the US and Canada box office at number one.
Where The Wild Things Are made $32.5m (£19.9m) in its first weekend, beating Jamie Foxx thriller Law Abiding Citizen into a second place debut.

The film, which mixes live action and animation, is based on the children's book by Maurice Sendak, but audiences were predominantly made up of adults.

Ghost flick Paranormal Activity was also a new entry at number three.

The film - shot in the style of a documentary - is said to have made a box office impact due to word-of-mouth interest and has been compared to 1999 hit The Blair Witch Project.

US BOX OFFICE TOP FIVE
1 Where The Wild Things Are - $32.5m
2 Law Abiding Citizen - $21.3m
3 Paranormal Activity - $20.2m
4 Couples Retreat - $17.9m
5 The Stepfather - $12.3m
Source: Hollywood.com

It beat the debut Sony's bigger budget horror movie The Stepfather into fifth spot.

It is due to be expanded into more cinemas at the weekend where it will go head-to-head with established horror franchise outing Saw VI.

The adaptation of Where The Wild Things Are, directed by Spike Jonze, features the voices of Forest Whitaker and James Gandolfini.

The story's main protagonist is a boy who journeys to a land populated by monsters who are torn between hugging him and having him for dinner.

The Wait Is Ova'

Here is the official promotional video for her new album. Ah, how I love this woman.



-Christopher Nic.

12 Pictures Stephen Gately's funeral

Family and friends gathered at St Laurence O' Toole Church in Dublin to pay an emotional tribute to former Boyzone singer Stephen Gately, who died last week.









Ronan Keating made an emotional tribute to his bandmate, frequently breaking down as he delivered his eulogy. "The world has lost one of its brightest stars, we have lost our brother," he said.













The remaining members of Boyzone had spent the night in the church with Gately's body after accompanying it back from Majorca. They sang Westlife song "In this Life" during the service.













Boyzone manager Louis Walsh said he had been left "completely broken" by Gately's death. He had created the band in 1990.



















The singer's parents Margaret and Martin, his brothers Mark, Alan and Tony and sister Michelle all attended the ceremony. His family and close friends had attended a private service on Friday night.













Gately's family and partner Andrew Cowles asked mourners to make donations to the Caudwell Children Charity, for which Gately was an ambassador, rather than send flowers.



















Members of Westlife, former Irish taoiseach Bertie Ahern, Jason Donovan and Shayne Ward were among the mourners at the ceremony.



















David Furnish, who introduced Gately to Andrew Cowles, attended the ceremony on behalf of his partner Elton John who was unable to break tour commitments.



















Hundreds of fans, from as far afield as Tawain gathered outside the church for the service, many laying flowers outside the church.













Boyzone was Gately's family, Louis Walsh said. "We all want to celebrate Stephen's life and remember him for all the warmth, humour and love that Stephen exuded," he said.



















The singer will be cremated at the city's Glasnevin Cemetery before 450 guests attend a funeral party at a hotel.













Gately died last week aged 33, at his Majorca holiday home. Post mortem tests found he died of natural causes.

Pictures by: Getty Image and PA