Tycoon flies in stars for Christmas party.

A MERSEYSIDE property tycoon brought big-name stars to his street for the second successive year at a Christmas party with a difference.

Charlotte Church, Will Young, Jason Donovan, Lionel Richie, the Sugababes and Westlife were reportedly flown in by Ray Smith to his Formby home at the weekend.

The event, compered by Ricky Tomlinson, even eclipsed last year's bash, when Rachel Stevens, Go West and Chico performed at the private party.

Mr Smith and his wife Lisa turned their home into a winter wonderland complete with a snowmachine, ice sculptures and dodgems.

Victoria Road is nicknamed "Millionaire's Row" and is said to be the most expensive street in Merseyside.

It was once home to Wayne Rooney and Coleen McLoughlin, and fellow sports stars Alan Shearer and John Parrott also live in the surrounding area.

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Publication:	Liverpool Echo (Liverpool, England)
Date:	Dec 11, 2006
Words:	139
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