Mariah Carey uses "uplifting" songs to help troubled fans. The "Hero" hitmaker stars in harrowing movie "Precious"- based on best-selling novel "Push" about an obese teenager who has two children through incestuous rape - and believes her music has helped girls in similar situations to the main character.

Mariah Carey's dogs have their own entourage. The singer insisted having assistants on hand for her Jack Russell pooches Cha Cha and JJ while filming a recent commercial, but insists she is not a diva.

Mariah Carey goes for walks dressed as a man. The 40-year-old singer, who is married to rapper-and-actor Nick Cannon, likes to see if she can trick people by wearing her husband's clothes.

Mariah Carey and her husband have "lots of phone sex." Actor-and-rapper Nick Cannon - who wed the "Obsessed" singer in 2008 - use lusty long distance conversations to keep the romance alive when their work sends them to separate cities.

Mariah Carey is unrecognizable in her new movie - because she doesn't wear make-up. The singer-and-actress had to tone down her glamorous appearance for "Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire" - where she plays a dowdy social worker - and says cast and crew were shocked with the results.

Mariah Carey had to take to the stage soaked in wee after her dog urinated on her. The 40-year-old singer was devastated when Jack Russell terrier Cha Cha had an accident as she was getting ready to perform.

Mariah Carey was like a teenage best friend to her "Precious" co-star Gabourey Sidibe. The singer-and-actress - who plays a downtrodden social worker in the movie - bonded with Gabourey, 25, between scenes over their shared passion for fashion and hatred over the costumes they had to wear for the film.

For many celebrities, one of the hottest parties of the year is hosted by Sean Combs, a.k.a. P Diddy. This year's event brought out some serious A-listers in designer garments out to celebrate the Fourth of July.

Mariah Carey is to star in a London stage show. The "Obsessed" singer has reportedly landed a contract to appear in an unnamed production in London's West End theatre district from next spring.

Mariah Carey is back and she's taking names on her new single, "Obsessed." Specifically, that of rapper Eminem. The new single, which is sure to set radio afire this summer, parallels the singer's real-life feud with the "We Made You" rapper.

Mariah Carey only records her new album at night. The "Hero" singer - who is currently working on her new record, entitled "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" - is driving record producers to distraction with her refusal to work during daylight hours.

Mariah Carey has gained 15lbs during the recording of her new album. The "Hero" singer is gorging on calorific treats as she works on her next release and is embracing her new, curvier figure.

Mariah Carey's nose "ate away" her face in her new movie. The "Hero" singer had to don prosthetic features for her role as a dowdy social worker in "Precious" but suffered an intense allergic reaction to the materials used to create it.

Mariah Carey's husband has called Eminem a "homophobic has-been." Nick Cannon is upset over the song "Bagpipes From Baghdad" on Eminem's latest album "Relapse," which suggests Mariah - who briefly dated the controversial rapper - should split up with him.

Mariah Carey and Tom Jones will each earn .5 million to open a new resort. The 39-year-old diva and the 68-year-old Welsh singer will each sing a one-hour set to open an exclusive Ł926 million [.4 million] development in Turkey - said to be the most expensive resort in Europe.

Mariah Carey is suffering from insomnia. The singer is struggling to get to sleep at night and has taken to watching her husband Nick Cannon doze peacefully while she is wide awake.

Mariah Carey has reportedly been buying baby items. The singer - who is said to have made an offer on a 5 million French Chatreau-style mansion in Los Angeles - has sparked rumors she is expecting a girl after splashing out 0,000 on items including a pink crib and highchair.

Mariah Carey wants to buy the world's most expensive mansion. The "Hero" singer has reportedly made an offer on the Fleur de Lys in Beverly Hills - a luxurious estate which has been priced at 5 million.

Mariah Carey could be planning a second wedding to husband Nick Cannon. The actor-and-rapper has hinted the couple could tie the knot for the second time at a huge party to mark the anniversary of their low-key nuptials in the Bahamas last April.

Mariah Carey and husband Nick Cannon are house hunting in Los Angeles. The "Hero" singer - who married the actor-and-rapper following a whirlwind romance last year - is currently living in New York, but the couple are said to be keen on a move to the West Coast to further their careers.

Mariah Carey has been visiting a fertility clinic. The 38-year-old singer and her husband Nick Cannon - who married last year following a whirlwind romance - were seen leaving a Beverly Hills' Southern California Reproductive Center last week, where they reportedly met with a prenatal specialist.

Mariah Carey was left "furious" after being told she wouldn't be sitting with U.S. President Barack Obama's family during his inauguration.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon are trying to "multiply." The couple are desperate to have children and plan to start work on the first member of their large family as soon as possible.

Mariah Carey is planning to wear a bikini and roll in snow this Christmas. The "All I Want for Christmas" singer, who is married to rapper Nick Cannon, can't wait to celebrate the holiday season by donning skimpy red swimwear while braving the freezing temperatures.

Mariah Carey wants to have a wedding every year. The 38-year-old singer - who wed 28-year-old Nick Cannon last April - is planning a lavish ceremony for their first anniversary, and one every year after that.

Mariah Carey has sparked pregnancy rumors after she was seen "clutching what looked like a sonogram." The 38-year-old singer - who married rapper Nick Cannon in a secret ceremony in the Bahamas in April - reportedly looked ecstatic as she left a gynecologist's office in Los Angeles recently.

Mariah Carey refuses to drink champagne because it is "fattening". The 38-year-old singer - who married Nick Cannon in a secret ceremony in April - was offered a glass of the sparkling alcoholic beverage as she appeared on Ellen DeGeneres' US TV talk show, but refused the drink because of its calorie content. When Ellen, who was attempting to prove Mariah is expecting her first child, said: "Let's just toast with Champagne", Mariah replied: "It's just fattening. This is peer pressure!" After clinking glasses with Ellen, Mariah pretended to sip the champagne without letting any of it pass her lips, causing Ellen to exclaim: "You're not drinking - you're pregnant!" But Mariah laughed: "No, no, no. We will let you know when we're going to have a family. It's just too early for me. I only drink after 3pm." Mariah sparked rumours she is pregnant after she recently was spotted with a more rounded tummy than usual.

Mariah Carey has bought her great-aunt a house. The "Touch My Body" singer decided to purchase the San Miguel, Venezuela, property after her relative fell behind on her rental payments.

Mariah Carey will travel to the World Music Awards on a Ł10,000 [,000] private flight.

The 'Touch My Body' singer - who married singer Nick Cannon earlier this year - admits she rarely has time to sit down and read, but always ensures she has time to read the holy book. She said: "The only book I make time to read is the Bible." Mariah can't even find the time to read when she is on holiday because she is too busy swimming and sunbathing. She added to Now magazine: "I don't get much time off, but I make sure there are periods on my schedule when no work is allowed. The best way is to go on vacation. I love tropical places and swimming in the sea. The most secluded a place is, the better." It was recently revealed Mariah is trying to stop a tell-all book about her from being published. The singer is said to be so concerned by revelations set to appear in a new tome written by her former record producer Damion 'Damizza' Young she is desperate to prevent it going to print. Damion has announced he intends to reveal his "intense four-year personal relationship" with the star in 'Guilty by Association'. However, the 38-year-old songstress has ordered her lawyer Sonya Guardo to write a letter to the music mogul, reminding him of the confidentiality agreement he signed which prevents him from legally revealing any sensitive information about her.

Mariah Carey says the only book she has ever read is the Bible.

Mariah Carey is trying to stop a tell-all book about her from being published.

Mariah Carey has been photographed being dried off by two assistants after she swam in the Mediterranean Sea.

Mariah Carey has bought a million holiday home to enjoy a second honeymoon.

Mariah Carey claims she can't help running late.

Mariah Carey is set to have her own Las Vegas residency.

Mariah Carey "always wanted to be kidnapped." The 'Touch My Body' singer - who divorced record executive Tommy Mottola in 1998 after five years of marriage - harbored fantasies about someone abducting her during the darkest periods of her life.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's marriage is reportedly on the rocks.

Mariah Carey's marriage won't last more than six months, according to friends.

Mariah Carey is planning a million second wedding.

Mariah Carey reportedly demanded a guarded private toilet during her wedding reception.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon held their wedding reception in a California theme park last night.

Mariah Carey wants to get 'married' every year. The 'Touch My Body' singer and new husband Nick Cannon, who wed in a secret ceremony in April, plan to tie the knot annually.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon will "definitely have kids". Nick's half-brother Reuben Cannon revealed the newlyweds have a "real and honest love" and want to start a family.

Mariah Carey has canceled a concert in Dubai. The newlywed singer was due to perform in Dubai Festival City resort next Thursday but has now pulled out of the show.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon made their first public appearance since tying the knot, turning up Thursday night in New York. The couple attended Time magazine's "100 Most Influential People in the World" gala.

Mariah Carey has revealed she is already planning children. The singer - who married rapper Nick Cannon last week in the Bahamas following a six-week romance - says children could be on the cards.

Mariah Carey has confirmed she is married. The 'Touch My Body' singer admits she has never been happier since tying the knot with rapper Nick Cannon on April 30.

With her new album release just a few weeks before Madonna's, what's Mariah Carey got to do to win over the charts? Why, get married of course!

It is official, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon are married. So married, in fact, that their wedding picture appears on the cover of this week's People Magazine, putting an end to speculation about whether the couple married or not.

Mariah Carey is "over the moon" about her marriage. The singer's friend Andre Leon Talley, the editor of Vogue magazine, revealed the 38-year-old singer is "so happy" following her nuptials to rapper Nick Cannon.

A bishop from the National Church of God in the Caribbean has confirmed that he presided over the wedding of singer Mariah Carey to Nick Cannon. There has been speculation for many days over whether or not Carey, 39, and Cannon, 27, have indeed tied the knot.

Mariah Carey has reportedly got married. Days after the singer sparked engagement rumors when she was pictured wearing a diamond ring, it has now been revealed she tied the knot with rapper Nick Cannon in the Caribbean.

Mariah Carey is reportedly engaged to Nick Cannon. The 'Touch My Body' singer - who sparked rumors the rapper has popped the question when she was recently spotted wearing a large diamond ring - has reportedly told friends she is planning to tie the knot.

Mariah Carey sparked rumors she is engaged to rapper Nick Cannon after she was seen wearing a huge diamond ring.

Mariah Carey would feel "violated" if she had children.

Mariah Carey had her fans fuming after she showed up two hours late at a scheduled autograph signing event and then left early.

Mariah Carey collects sexy underwear.

Mariah Carey loves British men.

Mariah Carey has lost so much weight she can fit into her high school jeans.

Mariah Carey has infuriated radio bosses when she canceled all her radio stations interview because she's "not a morning person."

There may be a new hot couple to tackle the Hollywood scene. Rumors are spreading like wildfire that pop superstar Mariah Carey is dating actor and rapper Nick Cannon. According to the National Inquirer, the pair reportedly hooked up after Cannon was hired to appear in Carey's new music video, E=MC2.

Mariah Carey hung up during a radio interview following a dispute over her record sales.

Mariah Carey loves her diva reputation. The "Butterfly" singer says she takes it as a compliment to be called a diva because it just means she's successful.

Mariah Carey doesn't have birthdays. According to the "Shake It Off" singer, she refuses to acknowledge her birthdays because getting old doesn't really sit well with her.

Mariah Carey doesn't trust men.

Mariah Carey has revealed she is as prudish as Mary Poppins.

Mariah Carey is scared of motherhood.

Mariah Carey nearly pulled out of new film 'Tennessee' because she didn''t want to wear a fake nose.

Mariah Carey doesn't want to duet with a pig. The 'Shake It Off' singer fights back rumors that allegedly quoted her saying she would rather duet with a pig than with Jennifer Lopez.

Mariah Carey wants to try speed dating.

Mariah Carey wants a voice machine like Stephen Hawking.

At a tour of his “Unforgivable Mansion” last week, promoting his new fragrance, the aptly named “Unforgivable,” Diddy told our Billy Bush

The singer decided to trace her roots to find out if she was related to 'White Christmas' legend Nat King Cole, but instead found a connection to English defender Ashley.