PEOPLE's Week in Photos

The hottest celebrity news in pictures, including Britney Spears, Billy Bob Thornton, Salma Hayek and more. By Janice Morris

CRANKIEST TRAVELER

Elton John, 57, lashed out angrily at the Taiwanese media Sept. 23, calling them "rude, vile pigs" after being greeted unexpectedly by flashbulbs in the restricted area of the Taipei airport. Media there can obtain special passes for airport access, and are known to ambush celebrities. In concert the next night, John, who says he has visited more than 60 countries, told fans: "They are a disgrace to your country."