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usi On Thursday, 27 January 2011

Zodiac signs of the famous celebrity
Follow the Stars with the Celebrity Zodiac Guide!
Everyone is fascinated by the glamorous lives of the rich and famous regardless of whether they are movie stars, gifted musicians, or talented athletes. 
Who's a born leader? Who's destined for intellectual greatness? Take a look at the signs of the world's biggest celebs and see how their fame was written in the stars.
 
Note: These are based on the zodiac calendar we've been using for centuries, not the new one with 13 signs that's gotten a cool reception from horoscope gurus despite an astronomer's insistence that it's more accurate.

Aries

People born under this sign are thought to be direct, energetic, pioneering and impetuous.
 
Talk about pioneering: Lady Gaga  has broken pop-star style boundaries by flaunting a wardrobe made out of everything from dolls to dinner.

Taurus

It's said that Taureans are self-reliant, determined caretakers who can harbor a stubborn streak.
 
Janet Jackson was showing her tenacious Taurus colors when she dropped this '80s hit.

Gemini

These are the witty intellectuals of the zodiac, who are also said to be communicative and versatile.
 
Award-winning actress Natalie Portman honed her intellect at an Ivy League university and is a closet crack-up.

Cancer

Cancerians have a reputation for being super-sensitive, intuitive and nurturing.
 
If the films of Meryl Streep haven't sent you reaching for a tissue box, you might be made of stone. Her 1982 Best Actress role is prime sobbing material.

Leo

eos are usually considered to be outspoken, confident leaders.
 
Madonna has led the pop pack for decades, setting records and establishing style trends.

Virgo

Observant, analytical, meticulous and reserved -- these are traits often linked to Virgos.
Actress Michelle Williams avoids the glam Hollywood life and sticks to pensive indie roles such as this one and her latest.

Libra

This group is hungry for knowledge, diplomatic, sociable and idealistic.
 
Gwyneth Paltrow shares her quest for the intriguing and enlightening on her lifestyle blog.

Scorpio

Scorpios are said to be intense, manipulative, magnetic and possessive.
 
Scarlett Johansson has enough allure to earn her top-ranking sex symbol status and enough passion to earn her weighty roles.

Sagittarius

A Sagittarius is thought to be a good-humored traveler and adventurer who's open to exploring new philosophies.
 
Miley Cyrus  has quit her "day job" and seems particularly keen on exploring new lifestyles.

Capricorn

Capricorns are pegged as tireless workers who are practical, reserved and patient.
 
Katie Couric has been in journalism since college, diligently working her way up to her current anchor status.

Aquarius

This bunch has a humanitarian streak, and they're known to be original and inventive.
 
Oprah Winfrey's humanitarianism is well documented, and her latest project proves she's as ambitious as she is inventive.

Pisces

Those born under the Pisces sign are artistic free spirits who are compassionate and sympathetic.
 
Erykah Badu has been thinking outside the box since her first hit single, at times, being a bit too artistic for her own good.
usi On Wednesday, 8 December 2010
Elizabeth Edwards died of breast cancer on Tuesday. News of her death came a day after it was announced that she had ended treatment on her doctors' advice. We take a look back at her life, her family and her battle against the illness.

Her last days
Edwards' family gathered around her at the family's Chatham County, N.C., home. Her estranged husband, former U.S. Sen. John Edwards, reportedly moved back in to help care for Elizabeth and their two young children.

Her daily life
In recent years, Elizabeth Edwards tried to live a normal life. She became a businesswoman, opening a store in Chapel Hill. She also took children Jack and Emma Claire on family outings.

How they met
Elizabeth Anania met John Edwards while they were both law students. They married right after graduation.

Her cancer battle begins
In 2004, John Kerry conceded defeat in the race for president against George W. Bush; John Edwards was Kerry's running mate. Elizabeth Edwards, meanwhile, was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Their children
Elizabeth and John Edwards are the parents of four children. Wade Edwards died in 1996, while he was still a high school student. How old was Elizabeth Edwards when she had Emma Claire?

First cancer fight
She began treatment soon after the presidential election was settled, though she reportedly was in constant pain. What else did she say in her 2006 memoir about being injected with anti-cancer drugs?

John Edwards' presidential campaign
Elizabeth Edwards had appeared the supportive wife during her husband's vice-presidential bid, and she took a similar role in his 2008 presidential campaign. She was also considered one of his closest advisors.

John Edwards' affair
John Edwards reportedly admitted his affair with Rielle Hunter to his wife not long after he announced his presidential bid Why did she reportedly counsel him to quit the race? Here's how reports of the affair surfaced.

Campaign and cancer
In March 2007, John and Elizabeth announced that her cancer had returned but that his campaign for the presidency would continue.