Rachel Tops Jewish Dating Lists

The UK's first survey of Jewish men and women and their views on which celebrity Jews they would like to date has been published.

British pop star Rachel Stevens and American actor David Schwimmer top a list of Jews who other Jewish men and women most fancy going out on a date with.

Rachel Stevens beat off a host of other Jewish females including Caprice, Rachel Weisz and even The Apprentice's Alexa Tilley to be at the top of most Jewish men's lists.

The survey conducted by UK-based Jewish dating service, SomeoneJewish.com, on the streets of popular Jewish areas saw a random selection of Jewish people give answers. A total of 100 men and 100 women were questioned.

"We thought it would be interesting to see which celebrity Jews other Jews would like to date. For years, Rachel Stevens has been at the top of many most eligible lists, so we can confirm that she is still there with members of her own community", said Eamonn Ozerovitch, co-founder of SomeoneJewish.com.

Top 10 Jewish women:

1. Rachel Stevens
2. Caprice Bourret (model/actress)
3. Rachel Weisz (actress)
4. Maureen Lipman (actress)
5. Dani Behr (TV)
6. Alexa Tilley (TV)
7. Sophie Solomon (music)
8. Gwyneth Paltrow (actress)
9. Amy Winehouse (music)
10. Lisa Loeb (music)

Rachel's New Man

Rachel Stevens and the new man in her life enjoyed a long, lingering kiss during a recent romantic holiday in Barbados.

The former S Club star seemed smitten with her hunky bloke as they relaxed on the beach outside their small luxury hotel on the Caribbean island.

Rachel, 28, sat on his knee on a beach chair after sunbathing alone for nearly an hour. Then they moved to the sun loungers where things hotted up a few degrees more.

One fellow holidaymaker said: "They looked very much in love. Things were getting pretty hot and steamy. They seemed totally oblivious to everyone around them."

Rachel's spokesman refused to reveal any details about Rachel's new love but added: "He isn't in showbiz. It's quite early days but they'll probably see each other again soon."

Rachel split from ex-boyfriend Gavin Dein, the son of multimillionaire Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein, last year.

Jo Quits Singing

Jo O'Meara has decided to leave her record company, Sanctuary Records, as she was no longer happy with them, and was unhappy in what she was doing. This means she will no longer be releasing any more singles or albums. We cannot go into details about what has been going on, but basically Jo has been let down by a LOT of people, whom she put the trust of her career into.

For now Jo is going to take some time out and work out what she wants to do next. She is happy doing that right now - so at the end of the day, that is all that matters. Jo realises that she will upset a lot of people by quitting, but she appreciates ALL the support she has received from every single one of you over the years.

Credit: Totally Jo & Jo O'Meara Centre

Message from Rachel in LA

Hello everyone!!

Just wanted to send you a little message to say hi and to give you all an update on what I've been up to here in LA.

I can't believe I've been here nearly 6 weeks already, it's absolutely flown by!

I've had a few meetings which have gone really well. One of my meetings the other day was on the 15th floor, of course it had to be right at the top! Anyway at least I got a good work out and yes I'm still working on my lift phobia!! I've met some very interesting people, once I've actually found where I'm going, that is...! The roads over here were very confusing at first and me and maps don't really go well together. A few days of forgetting that they drive on the other side of the road, and finally learning that you can turn right on a red light, after being hooted at and frustrating lots of drivers along the way wasn't great, but I've got it down now!

Been getting to know all the team at William Morris (WMA), who have been taking very good care of me, showing me the ropes. A couple of weeks ago I saw Prince - sounds so surreal even writing that! WMA represent him and he was doing a small intimate gig (at his house!) of his new material, which is fantastic! It's very much got his stamp on it, some of it had a real soulful lounge feel, with amazing guitar solos! The man is a genius. His house is very cool too, lots of purple everywhere, just huge, it's decorated beautifully so I got a few tips for my place... Oh, I particularly loved the purple padded lift, not that I could get in it but of course every house needs one of those!

After we heard the album he came out and played, introducing an artist who is his protégé, just fab! She had so much energy and such an incredible voice and the combination of Prince on the guitar and the band, with her soulful voice and just being that close to someone who I've grown up listening to and who I'm a really big fan of was very special ... only in America! I really wanted him to do a rendition of "Little Red Corvette"!

I also went to the Grammys... well I couldn't be at the Brits so it was great to see how they do it on the other side of the pond! They really know how to put on a show over here. My favourite performance was Kanye West and Jamie Foxx. I must have heard that song thousands of times but I don't seem to get bored of it. It was also great to see lots of Brits there flying the flag - Paul McCartney and Coldplay.

Actually I went to see Coldplay a couple of weeks ago. I'd never seen them live and they really were fantastic! They played at the Forum, which is a big Arena over here. I had a good sing song and got my lighter out a couple of times! It made me feel like I was at home! They played all the favourites and an old Johnny Cash song, which was very emotional and then at the end they hit us with Fix You, which can always make me cry! It was a perfect song to end with.

This weekend was Oscar weekend, which was very exciting. Fabulous dresses!

Anyway I have to go now but I hope you're all well and thanks for all your ongoing support, I will keep you posted.

Love from LaLa land,

Rachel xxxxxx

Credit: RachelStevensOfficial.com

Posted: 11th March 2006

I Fancied Just the One of S...

And it was Hannah - not Jo, says Chris

Hollyoaks hunk Chris Fountain may be making sweet music with Jo O'Meara on Just the Two of Us - but it's her former bandmate Hannah Spearritt that he really fancies.

The 18-year-old heartthrob has already been linked with singing partner Jo, 26, because of their obvious chemistry. But the Bradford-born blond claims he's not dating Jo and it's actually Hannah he has his eye on.

He said: "I was a big fan of S Club. I grew up with them, they were legends to me. But I didn't fancy Jo or even Rachel Stevens.

"To be honest I fancied Hannah. I told Jo and she's going to try and arrange a meeting. But Hannah is still going out with Paul Cattermole who was also in the band so I don't know what is going to happen.

"Jo and I are both single. We're not dating. It's complete nonsense.We get on well and have a laugh and have been out one night for a bit of a drink."

Chris and Jo were one of eight partnerships between celebs and professional singers in the new BBC One show hosted by husband and wife duo Vernon Kay and Tess Daly.

It kicked off on Thursday and over eight nights - Thursday to Sunday for the next fortnight - the couples will duet in a variety of styles, including country and western, swing, rock ballad, pop and soul.

The judges - Lulu, Radio 1's Trevor Nelson, former drummer of The Police Stewart Copeland and vocal coach CeCe Sammy - then mark their performances before the public vote.

On the opening show Chris and Jo looked like pop stars but their nerves got the better of them while singing Extreme's hit More Than Words with the backing of only two acoustic guitars.

Chris said: "We were both nervous during the show. While the other acts had the live backing band we only had guitars, so every note could be heard.

"It's been difficult because I've been working in Liverpool on Hollyoaks so Jo, who lives in London, and I haven't had as much rehearsal time as the others."

Just The Two Of Us is on BBC1 at 8 pm tonight.

It's lust the two of us

Telly singing duo Jo O'Meara and Chris Fountain are a real life double act - they're having a secret affair.

The lovers - she's 26 and he's 18 - are competing for best songbirds in the new BBC1 musical reality show Just The Two Of Us. At a rehearsal on Saturday they were said to be "all over each other".

A show insider told TV Biz: "They have certainly been getting close. While filming in Liverpool they had a romantic night out. During the pilot show they held hands and looked very happy. It really is a case of Lust The Two Of Us."

Former S Club singer Jo is hoping the show will lift her career after her solo album flopped and she was forced to put her home up for sale.

She was supposed to be taking Hollyoaks actor Chris under her wing - and giving him singing lessons.

In the Channel 4 soap he plays troubled teen Justin Burton, who is having an affair with his married teacher Becca.

The couple's chemistry is bound to boost their chances when they compete live against other pairs.

The show, hosted by husband and wife team Tess Daly and Vernon Kay, kicks off on Thursday.

The source added: "There's nothing to stop them being together - they are both single. Everyone on set thinks it's very cute."

All credit goes to Viva S Club for these news.