Jay-Z`s Caribbean birthday
Jay-Z refused to spare any expense for his 40th birthday celebrations. The rapper and wife Beyonce Knowles flew their closest friends - including Oprah Winfrey, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Mary J Blige, Kate Hudson and Ne-Yo - out to the Dominican Republic, paying for their private jet travel and luxury suites themselves.
The bash, held last Friday (04.12.09), had a `Scarface` theme, with the venue decked out like the home of Tony Montana, and partygoers were treated to Dom Perignon champagne and caviar. The hosting couple`s parents were the guests of honour at the party, which was held in a villa at the resort of Casa de Campo. However, the rapper - real name Shawn Carter - made sure he continued to be the centre of attention, performing his hit `Empire State of Mind` with Alicia Keys and P. Diddy. Following a touching video display of messages from his friends, Jay-z saw the evening come to a climax with a big fireworks display at midnight, with synchronized swimmers dancing alongside in the villa`s pool. The following day, guests were treated to a brunch barbecue - with Beyonce showing off her culinary skills behind the grill, before a group of revellers took to the seas on a private yacht.
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