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's life story is set to be made into a musical. The "Touch My Body" singer has reportedly attracted attention from a big name in the theater industry who wants to create a Broadway show based on her.

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 [$16,000] private flight.

Mariah Carey wants a you to design her dress. The pop diva is offering her fans the chance to design a luscious pink dress to accompany the launch of her new Luscious Pink perfume.

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

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 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 $5 million holiday home to enjoy a second honeymoon.

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.