Madonna has vehemently denied reports her marriage to Guy Ritchie is on the rocks.

The 49-year-old pop star’s representative issued a statement insisting the couple, who have been married for seven years, couldn’t be happier following various reports they live separate lives and are on the verge of splitting.

Liz Rosenberg, Madonna’s US spokeswoman, said: “I am delighted to confirm that Mr. and Mrs. Guy Ritchie remain happily married. Though they were in different countries recently - Madonna in the US promoting her upcoming album ‘Hard Candy’ and Guy finishing up post-production on his new film ‘RocknRolla’ as well as completing a Nike commercial and working on several scripts in England - the family are joyfully back together at home in London. All is well and wonderful in the Ritchie household.”

Rumours suggesting the couple’s union is in trouble have been rife for several months. They have not been pictured together since January 8, when on a trip to India. Speculation intensified when Guy, 39, was noticeably absent from Madonna’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in New York.

According to reports, the couple - who have a seven-year-old son Rocco, an adopted son David, two, and an 11-year-old daughter Lourdes from Madonna’s previous relationship - have been living like “brother and sister” rather than husband and wife and have even divided their London home into two separate living quarters.

A source said: “The marriage is hanging by a thread. No one doubts they adore their three kids - but the children seem to be the only reason they are living this strange loveless existence.”

It was also suggested Madonna was intending to move back to the US with the children, while Guy would remain in the UK.

Amy Winehouse is still sticking by her man despite months and months apart. Wino and hubby Blake Fielder-Civil are still trying to make it work. The singer paid a visit to her incarcerated husband at Pentonville Prison on Monday, most likely to tell him about her multiple Grammy wins.

Amy has checked out of rehab this past weekend but her publicists are insisting that she is still being looked after. She’s still under medical supervision and the treatment continues. The only difference is that she is an outpatient now. On Tuesday morning, Wino’s mom Janis appeared on TV to talk about her daughter saying “she’s definitely on the way back”.

You know, if you need help beating your addictions, why not move in with one of the most famous addicts of them all. That’s what Amy Winehouse thinks will help.

Amy is moving in with buddies Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne in their London guesthouse. Amy is close friends with rehab-buddy Kelly Osbourne.

As for Amy’s supposed Grammy performance, the U.S. Embassy in Britain refused to grant her request for a visa, so any performance she gives will have to be via satellite.

You would be looking forward to the New Year too if you were Kylie Minogue. She has learned she’ll pick up an Order of the British Empire (OBE) medal after landing a place on Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year Honours List.The 39-year-old cancer survivor is loved worldwide, and although native Australian she has been in her adopted Britain for more than 20 years.

Personally I can’t think of anyone better to receive the honour. She is a fab artist; keeping up with the times with class and style – though perhaps in a few dodgy outfits. And after her courageous battle with breast cancer she has come out the other side with a smile on her face and a determination to return to her career. A big ‘hurrah!’ for Kylie Minogue.

Paris Hilton spent her Thanksgiving in a quite un-American way, touring Shanghai, China, for the MTV Style Awards.

She spent a great deal of time shopping along the Bund waterfront, even taking a break to try on several dresses by Chinese designer Lu Kun, who is one of Shanghai’s hottest fashion designers.

At one point, Paris stopped for a press conference in front of the Hyatt on the waterfront, one of Shanghai’s newest landmarks. She said, “Shanghai looks like the future!”

Another highlight of her trip was a stop at Yu Yuan Garden where she sampled Shanghai’s steam buns and flower tea.

Today was part of a two day tour planned for Paris. On Friday, the heiress turned reality star turned author turned singer turned perfume deigned heads to the awards celebration for Chinese style and fashion.

Forget the turkey - pass the duck a la Shanghai!

Jessica Simpson was at the 2007 CMT Giants Tribute event in Los Angeles on Thursday where she helped to honor legendary country star Hank Williams Jr. The CMT Giants franchise started last year when they honored Reba McEntire for her stellar career.

This year’s tribute featured performances by Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Kid Rock, Gretchen Wilson, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Buddy Guy. Jimmy Kimmel and Terry Bradshaw were also there to present.

Jessica may end up getting honored one day as she plans to release a country album in the near future. Lord help country. At the very least she’s getting some help from the likes of Willie Nelson and not Bobby Brown.

Hilary Duff arrived at LAX airport looking mighty stylish on Thursday. Wearing Chanel flats, leading a cart of Louis Vuitton bags and leaving in a dark SUV, Hilary was the epitome of Hollywood.

Later in the evening, the singer/actress hosted The City of 2007 Hope Spirit of Life Awards Dinner which honored Buena Vista Music Group Chairman Bob Cavallo. The BVMG includes Hollywood Records which is Hilary’s label and also releases records for Aly & AJ, Jesse McCartney, Raven Symone and Vanessa Hudgens. Hollywood Records should have been Disney Kids Records instead.

Anyway. A day later, Hilary celebrated her 20th birthday. Happy birthday to Hilary!

The Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Awards, presented by Starz, announce that actor John Travolta will receive the Hollywood Film Festival’s “Hollywood Supporting Actor of the Year Award” at the Festival’s October 22 awards ceremony. I Thought he was a CROSS DRESSER, this movie HAIRSPRAY has DAMAGED your IMAGE, don’t just take any movie that is throw at you, they could of found a FAT CHICK for that part. Like ROSIE … Ha Ha John Travolta will receive the Hollywood Film Festivals Best “Supporting” Ham Actor of the Year Award. The prize also includes a 40 lb cooked ham a loaf of white bread and a bottle of mayo. So the lard X@@##! Can chow down on his way home. Like, sh*t man what has he done this year to receive this kind of award, may be the organizers had a feeling that a big star like John being honored by them would create some interest in the film festival and help them rope in sponsors.

Outstanding Drama Series
The Sopranos

Outstanding Comedy Series
30 Rock

Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series
James Spader, Boston Legal

Best Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
America Ferrera, Ugly Betty

Best Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Sally Field, Brothers & Sisters

Best Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
Ricky Gervais, Extras

Best Reality TV
The Amazing Race

Writing For A Comedy Series
Greg Daniels, The Office

Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series
Richard Sheppard, Ugly Betty

Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program
Tony Bennett, Tony Bennett: An American Classic

Directing for a Miniseries or Movie
Philip Martin, Prime Suspect: The Final Act (Masterpiece Theatre)

Best Lead Actress, Miniseries or Movie
Helen Mirren, Prime Suspect: The Final Act (Masterpiece Theatre)

Best Made for Television Movie
Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee

Best Supporting Actress, Miniseries or Movie
Judy Davis, The Starter Wife

Directing for a Drama Series
Alan Taylor, The Sopranos

Writing for a Drama Series
David Chase, The Sopranos

Best Variety, Music or Comedy Series
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart

Best Miniseries
Broken Trail

Best Lead Actor, Miniseries or Movie
Robert Duvall, Broken Trail

Best Supporting Actress, Drama Series
Katherine Heigl, Grey’s Anatomy

Best Supporting Actor, Miniseries or Movie
Thomas Haden Church, Broken Trail

Best Supporting Actress, Comedy Series
Jaime Pressly, My Name Is Earl

Best Supporting Actor, Drama Series
Terry O’Quinn, Lost

Best Supporting Actor, Comedy Series
Jeremy Piven, Entourage