Idol finalists "in bitter rift"

Pop Idol finalists Michelle and Susanne have fallen out after a "major personality clash," according to various reports today.

Troubles apparently began for the pair at the premiere of Love Actually last week when Susanne behaved in a "diva like" manner. The Daily Star claims: "She demanded two bodyguards to keep fans away and refused to sign autographs. [A source] revealed that she refused to be pictured next to Michelle, saying: 'I don't want anything to do with that fat karaoke singer.'"

Saturday's eliminee Roxanne confirmed to The Mirror that there were difficulties. "Michelle and Susanne don't get on that well," she said. "It's difficult living in the house all together."