Mariah Carey insures legs for $1 billion

Pop sensation Mariah Carey has insured her legs for $1 billion - approximately £555 million.

The move comes after the star signed a contract with shaving company Gillette to head their 'Legs Of A Goddess' advertisement campaign.

A source told the Daily Mirror "The sum reflects her popularity. She's about to start a US tour and she'll have to be careful."

The campaign kicks off tomorrow at a press conference in New York's Radio City Music Hall, where a five-metre high likeness of Carey's legs will be revealed.