News about Pete Doherty

The playboy ex of Britain's Princess Beatrice heartlessly conned a best friend out of his life savings just months before his shocking drug overdose death, DailyMail.com can exclusively reveal. Paolo Liuzzo begged close pal Arshad Sadikeen to lend him nearly $60,000 so he could take his latest conquest on a luxury Caribbean cruise. When he failed to pay him back Arshad launched a lawsuit to claw back the cash - but Liuzzo's sudden death at age 41 means the money is gone for good.

Paolo Liuzzo, then 24, was involved in a drunken street brawl that led to the death 19-year-old Jonathan R. Duchatellier (left) in Worcester, Massachusetts, on May 5, 2002. Mr Duchatellier was struck in the head once and Paolo was allegedly seen flailing away at the unresponsive victim as he lay on the floor. Liuzzo, the son of a plastics millionaire, was initially arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and charged with manslaughter after New Jersey-student Jonathan died from a single punch said to be inflicted by another man. Manslaughter charges were dismissed at the request of prosecutors and playboy Paolo would later plead guilty to assault and battery in 2004 (top image), which led to a suspended sentence and community service rather than a jail term. The victim's sister Kezia said afterwards that the life of her 'kind and thoughtful' brother, who has since had a music foundation named after him and a mural painted in his memory, was ended by a 'sucker punch'. The New York-born playboy was then dragged before a judge for breaching of his probation after going on a ski holiday with the Duke and Duchess of York and his royal girlfriend (together right) to Switzerland in 2006 (bottom image).

Paolo Liuzzo, who has died aged 41, became Princess Beatrice 's first love when she was 17 - and despite the seven-year age gap her parents are said to have 'encouraged' the relationship. He revealed he was asked to kneel in the drawing room of their Windsor mansion for a mock knighting ceremony where the Duchess of York gave a 'bizarre' impersonation of the Queen and nicknamed him: 'Sir Fixit' after he bailed out Prince Andrew with $10,000. Paolo, the son of an Italian plastic resin tycoon, was an almost total stranger to the Royal Family when he was offered astonishing access to the Duke of York's home. In his year with 'Bea' he became so close to Fergie that she called herself his 'second mother' and would come out drinking partying with her daughter and boyfriend in London and New York - even though her daughter was underage, he claimed. In fact he said the relationship was so comfortable that marijuana was smoked in the presence of Beatrice, her sister Eugenie and their mother while holidaying in Jamaica. He also enjoyed a close relationship with Prince Andrew - so much so that he claimed the Duke of York woke him up early one morning to ask for $10,000 and a removal firm in New York to move his on-off girlfriend Angie Everhart from the home she shared with her then fiance. Mr Liuzzo claimed that Andrew never fully paid him back after he learned that his daughter's boyfriend had a criminal record after being charged with manslaughter before pleading guilty to assault following a drunken brawl in which another youth died. Rumours of his weakness for women and cheating were also circulating. 'I'm not a bad person. But it's like putting heroin in front of Pete Doherty . Women are my flaw', he said later.

A new sign advertising 3 Twenty house clearance in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, has attracted many laughs and some anger. Old S**t is how the antiques and second hand goods shop is advertised with a sign at the front of the store. It has become so infamous among locals that many simply call it by that name now. Owner John Schreiber (right), 65, says he 'absolutely loves' the name, which is a tongue-in-cheek description of the variety of items it sells inside. Its quirky name has seen it visited by musician Pete Doherty (inset) - who was 'high as a kite' at the time.

The Libertines musician, 45, referred to himself as 'a bit of a glutton' in February when he revealed he had the condition - which causes the level of sugar in the blood to become too high. But Pete appeared in good spirits when he was spotted mingling with fans after performing with his band at The Jacaranda, in Liverpool, on Monday. Pete sported a grey fedora hat and a long black coat for the show, paired with a white shirt and some trainers. The now-sober star has always been open about his prolific battles with drug addiction, including crack and heroin.

After exclusive photos and videos obtained by the Mail of the supermodel belting out a string of singalong favorites to the mogul, speculation was rife today that the UK Got Talent judge might be about to begin a music career. Kate is no stranger to performing in front of a crowd: She appeared on Primal Scream's 2002 cover of Some Velvet Morning and later provided vocals for former boyfriend Pete Doherty's band Babyshambles, appearing on stage as a couple. She's also appeared in a number of charity gigs alongside Pink Floyd's David Gilmour and legendary rock chick Chrissie Hynde. But a solo recording deal hasn't evaded her, at least until now.

The siblings from Cirencester, who co-produced the BAFTA award-winning film, aren't as close as they once were, as Daisy told the Independent last year. After a whirlwind Hinge romance ended, the writer and actress, who revealed this week, was pregnant with her third child, and promised to'sort out' their relationship.

EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Pete Doherty's relationship with her brother, who openly confessed to heroin and crack cocaine addictions, is now the best part of 20 years behind her. Kate Moss could be forgiven for thinking that those draught days would loom over her for ever, thanks to a decision from America. The supermodel has been told that her plans to bring her 'wellness' brand, Cosmoss, to the United States have fallen apart - among other things, they have broken the United States' laws. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act is the subject of a controlled Substances Act and its Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

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Pete Doherty has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes as a result of a variety of health issues. The Libertines singer, 44, has always been transparent about his frequent battles with heroin, including crack and opium, in the past. Pete hasn't stopped taking drugs, but he does eats a lot of 'cheese and sugar'.

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As the couple attended the premiere of his latest documentary Stranger In My Own Skin in Paris, Pete Doherty saluted his beloved wife Katia de Vidas. With a stunning show, the ex Libertines sensation, 44, looked radiant as he delighted guests in attendance. The songwriter wore his trademark beret hat and a walking cane in one hand, as well as a black navy suit co-ord and marginally loose tie.

Following his return to the spotlight, the legendary rocker, 44, wore a casual figure in a black and coat scarf as he led his beloved dog for a walk around London on Tuesday. As he stepped out for some fresh air in the filming, the actor brought out a healthy mood.

Following a success at the legendary Cavern Club, legendary rocker Pete Doherty displayed optimum health as he stepped out in Liverpool. The actor, 44, is enrolled in The Albionay Tour with his band The Libertines, in which they are traveling around the UK for a series of intimate gigs ahead of their new album All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade's debut in March. He clad in a cornflower blue trench coat with a shirt and jumper underneath, and he added his signature trilby for the perfect rocker touch.

The Vaccines may have become standard bearers for a slew of British guitar music in the 12 years since they debuted their second album, Come Of Age, but they haven't managed to shaken off their commitment to the folk scene's storytelling traditions. However, Pink Carnations' Pick-Up Full is an album that will debut in 2024.

With his Liam Gallagher [pictured inset] tribute act in Essex on Friday night, Pete Doherty's son Astile demonstrated his unique singing skills in front of an intimate audience. Astile, 20, whose mother is Lisa Moorish, went all out to portray the artist, 51, as he wore orange tinted glasses and shook a tambourine ferociously. With his interpretations of Oasis' Shakermaker, Wonderwall, and Hello, he entertained his audience at The Boat Yard, Leigh-on-Sea.

Astile Doherty has dedicated his career to Liam Gallagher. Pete, 20, the son of Babyshambles' singer Pete, 20, has been trying to find out the best way to sing the Oasis rocker's songs, and he's booked to perform at The Boat Yard in Leigh-on-Sea on Friday. Given that his half-sister Molly, 25, is Liam's daughter, Astile has the most accurate inside scoop, it is puzzling.

Pete Doherty has paid tribute to Shane MacGowan, saying he 'loved and respected' the musician. Shane, the Pogues' frontman, died 'peacefully' at 3 a.m. on Thursday with his wife Victoria Mary Clarke and their family by his side. The singer, who had a long history of alcoholism and heroin use, was fighting viral encephalitis, a life-threatening disease that causes brain swelling, and he had been in and out of St Vincent's Hospital for months.

He was a punk, a poet, an icon of Irish ballads, and an extraordinary songwriter. Shane MacGowan, who died at the age of 65, was the man who brought us all to tears with his lyrics. MacGowan brought his band The Pogues and his double act with the tragic Kirsty MacColl on the 1987 festive hit Fairytale of New York, bringing him right into the hearts of millions. However, the vivacious former heroin addict, who became the unexpected patron saint of Christmas, had a flipside too, one that was characterized by heavy drinking and a love of cursing. His words, sometimes gross, sometimes stunning, were uttered from a mouth full of rotten teeth, were always heavy with meaning. MacGowan's lyrics were always moving, from "I created my dreams around you" to obscene (then I drank the gin... and I cracked my f***n shin). Photographs: MacGowan (1984, right); with Kirsty MacColl (right); with Pete Doherty in 2005 (top inset); with his wife Victoria last year (bottom inset).

Pete Doherty, the legendary rocker, has made one of the most unlikely comebacks and has revealed that he is now a millionaire. Since getting his life back to normal, the former crack and heroin addict, who has made a new Loux Theroux special, has seen the value of companies that channel his money reach £1.05 million. His Arcadian Endeavours company is now worth £853,000, while Doughhurty Limited, which is more appropriately named, has risen to over £200,000.

Since giving the documentarian an insight into his life as a reformed hellraiser, BBC viewers have characterized Pete Doherty's often emotional interview with Louis Theroux as his "best ever." For episode two Participation in Louis Theroux Interviews, the Libertines' actor appears as the main subject, filmed almost entirely at the French boltholke with wife Katia de Vidas and their five-month old daughter Billie-May. Fans were immediately struck by Theroux's instant connection as they waded through the key moments that defined Doherty's colourful life and career.

Pete Doherty's turbulent life in the mid-2000s, during his fame with The Libertines, had a large role in his turbulent life. But sixteen years after ending their short-lived romance and living in a remote French bolthole with partner Katia de Vidas, the reformed hellraiser is also surrounded by images of supermodel Kate Moss. Doherty, 44, gave the documentarian a guided tour of his self-styled 'Atelier,' a dusty back room brimming with souvenirs from his colourful life and times with The Libertines and Babbles, a reference to his earliest days with Louis Theroux Interviews.

A woman killed herself on a ward where the conditions were'shambolic,' and the owners of the world famous Priory Clinic (right) were fined £140,000 today.' Francesca Whyatt (left), 21, was discovered unconscious in a lounge with a ligature around her neck at a Roehampton hospital where celebrities including Kate Moss, Pete Doherty, and Michael Barrymore have been treated. Ms Whyatt, a quadruplet from Knutsford, Cheshire, was rushed to Kingston Hospital but died three days later on September 28 2013.

Pete Doherty of the Libertines and bandmate Carl Bartin recalled an emotional period in the company's history when Louis Theroux's new film was released. Pete, 44, who has struggled with heroin, said he was 'in the honeymoon period with crack and opium,' and he was barred from the band before breaking into Carl's house. Louis: They were doing these gigs without me, they did Glastonbury without me, and I went round [to his house] to tell him, "I know you are worried about the medications, please don't go on without me."