American Idol contestant David Archuleta’s dad has been banned backstage or anywhere near where the other Idols are due to his overbearing personality. Now, Archuleta’s team is trying to cover his sorry butt. Unlike the kid’s voice however, it rings a little hollow. People talked to David’s voice coach and a guy from Utah who has been working with David on arrangements for the past 3 years. How many people does this kid need? The voice coach says that the ban is “more of a fairness issue than anything else.” The arranger gives a more ominous so-called defense in “”[Jeff's] involved. He’s intense. … Sometimes people don’t like that.” Go figure.

Ashlee Simpson will wed Pete Wentz in a secret ceremony on Saturday. Hmm, not so secret if we know about it though, is it?

The ‘Pieces of Me’ singer and the Fall Out Boy rocker – who got engaged last month – have told guests to keep the day free although they have not let anyone know where the nuptials will take place.

A source said: “Proper invites have not been sent out but guests have been given a save the date notice.”

On Friday, close friends and family will join the couple for a rehearsal dinner. The following day, guests ‘will be transported in shuttles to the wedding location”.

Ashlee’s spokesperson has refused to confirm or deny the rumoured nuptials, saying: “This is a private matter. There is nothing to confirm.”

Ashlee and Pete announced their engagement last month, saying: “Yes, we are thrilled to share that we are happily engaged. Thank you for all of your support and well-wishes - it means the world to us.’

It was later reported Ashlee was pregnant with the couple’s first child and are keen to tie the knot before the baby is born. A source said: ‘They’re keeping it quiet because they want to get married first.’