RYAN GOSLING LOVES BEING THE SILENT TYPE!
RYAN Gosling would love to remain a man of few words when it comes to movies.
The Crazy Stupid Love star says he loved playing the silent type in new movie Driver after having to learn pages of dialogue for his previous roles.
“We took out a lot of the dialogue, and it was such a relief to basically have to trust the director that he was going to tell the story and I didn’t have to,” he said.
“All I had to do was drive. It was a real treat to do that. Maybe even a once in a lifetime thing.”
Gosling recently revealed that no one wants him to be a superhero!
The actor admits he’s keen to play a caped-crusader, but hasn’t been offered any roles.
“I really wanted to make a super-hero film but all the good ones were taken so I thought I would have to make my own at this point,” Gosling said.
“But when I read this script [Drive] I thought there was a way to do that with this stunt driver stuck in the mythology of movies, and that he had become so far removed and watched so many movies, that he started to see his life as one.
“It was one of the most amazing times I’ve ever had preparing for a film. Basically we would show up to an empty parking lot, there would be a new Mustang or new Camaro and we would drive it until it starts smoking and wouldn’t run anymore.
“And then someone would take it away and we’d go home and wait for someone to either fix the car or bring us a new one, and then would just do it again.”
The Crazy Stupid Love star says he loved playing the silent type in new movie Driver after having to learn pages of dialogue for his previous roles.
“We took out a lot of the dialogue, and it was such a relief to basically have to trust the director that he was going to tell the story and I didn’t have to,” he said.
“All I had to do was drive. It was a real treat to do that. Maybe even a once in a lifetime thing.”
Gosling recently revealed that no one wants him to be a superhero!
The actor admits he’s keen to play a caped-crusader, but hasn’t been offered any roles.
“I really wanted to make a super-hero film but all the good ones were taken so I thought I would have to make my own at this point,” Gosling said.
“But when I read this script [Drive] I thought there was a way to do that with this stunt driver stuck in the mythology of movies, and that he had become so far removed and watched so many movies, that he started to see his life as one.
“It was one of the most amazing times I’ve ever had preparing for a film. Basically we would show up to an empty parking lot, there would be a new Mustang or new Camaro and we would drive it until it starts smoking and wouldn’t run anymore.
“And then someone would take it away and we’d go home and wait for someone to either fix the car or bring us a new one, and then would just do it again.”
JESSICA SIMPSON PUTS WEDDING ON HOLD
JESSICA Simpson won’t be getting married anytime soon!
The star — who’s rumored to be pregnant with her first child — has reportedly postponed her wedding to fiance Eric Johnson.
“Everything is up in the air,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She can’t figure out what kind of day she wants. Some days she wants a big wedding in Hawaii, then other days she wants something closer to home.
“She was so gung ho about planning their wedding, and now she’s gone dark. She won’t commit to a date.”
The star — who’s rumored to be pregnant with her first child — has reportedly postponed her wedding to fiance Eric Johnson.
“Everything is up in the air,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She can’t figure out what kind of day she wants. Some days she wants a big wedding in Hawaii, then other days she wants something closer to home.
“She was so gung ho about planning their wedding, and now she’s gone dark. She won’t commit to a date.”
PATTI LUPONE LIVING IN SOUTH CAROLINA
PATTI LuPone has moved to South Carolina!
The Broadway baby — who was born in New York — used to live in Connecticut with her husband Matthew, but Patti says the couple have splashed the cash on a new house because they’re fed up of constant show shoveling!
“I love Barrier Island. My husband had enough of 14 hours nonstop wintertime straight snow shoveling. We found this beach property right on the ocean,” she said.
“We call this place Lake Atlantic. But we still have our Connecticut house. My son’s in college in Ithaca. My husband and two dogs are here. There’s no pressure. I can sleep down here. And work on whatever I’m doing.
“My husband’s from Indiana. He’s always been landlocked so he loves this. No distractions. Nothing’s here. There’s one Piggly Wiggly and a pizza place.”
The Broadway baby — who was born in New York — used to live in Connecticut with her husband Matthew, but Patti says the couple have splashed the cash on a new house because they’re fed up of constant show shoveling!
“I love Barrier Island. My husband had enough of 14 hours nonstop wintertime straight snow shoveling. We found this beach property right on the ocean,” she said.
“We call this place Lake Atlantic. But we still have our Connecticut house. My son’s in college in Ithaca. My husband and two dogs are here. There’s no pressure. I can sleep down here. And work on whatever I’m doing.
“My husband’s from Indiana. He’s always been landlocked so he loves this. No distractions. Nothing’s here. There’s one Piggly Wiggly and a pizza place.”
ASHTON KUTCHER ACCUSED OF CHEATING AGAIN
ASHTON Kutcher is once again facing allegations he cheated on his actress wife Demi Moore.
According to RadarOnline, the actor — who replaced Charlie Sheen on the hit TV show Two and A Half Men — allegedly enjoyed an alcohol-fueled night out with friends at a San Diego club last Friday, and ended up getting hot an heavy with a 23-year-old unidentified woman, who has apparently now appointed a leading Hollywood attorney to deal with the matter and has gone into hiding.
“She is due to meet with an attorney tonight (Tuesday). She is freaking out,” a source said.
The alleged infidelity apparently happened in the early hours of Ashton’s six-year anniversary with Demi, 48. They married on September 24 2005 in a lavish ceremony conducted by a Rabbi from the Kabbalah Center.
According to RadarOnline, the actor — who replaced Charlie Sheen on the hit TV show Two and A Half Men — allegedly enjoyed an alcohol-fueled night out with friends at a San Diego club last Friday, and ended up getting hot an heavy with a 23-year-old unidentified woman, who has apparently now appointed a leading Hollywood attorney to deal with the matter and has gone into hiding.
“She is due to meet with an attorney tonight (Tuesday). She is freaking out,” a source said.
The alleged infidelity apparently happened in the early hours of Ashton’s six-year anniversary with Demi, 48. They married on September 24 2005 in a lavish ceremony conducted by a Rabbi from the Kabbalah Center.
ROBERT PATTINSON TRIED TO PUNCH A PAP?
MOVIE hunk Robert Pattinson has sensationally been accused of trying to PUNCH a paparzzo!
The British actor was leaving a meeting at the ICM Agency in LA on Tuesday and the snapper is alleging that Pattinson clenched his fists and headed towards him until his friend stopped him.
“Rob already seemed to be in a bad mood as he was leaving ICM and when he saw me, he just snapped,” the shutterbug told X17.
“I was just standing there, taking his picture, not saying anything, not getting too close and he just went off.
“He clenched his fist and got ready to hit me, but his friend told him to stop and calmed him down.”
Pattinson has previously spoken of his disdain for the paparazzi.
“You know, when the whole thing dries up and there’s hardly any paparazzi around — I don’t know, in 15 years or something — I like the idea of just one paparazzo coming out and trying to get a picture, and I just beat the s**t out of him,” he said.
“I mean — out of nowhere — when my picture’s not even worth anything … and I’ve spent all my money, so you can’t sue me!
“A bunch of paparazzi were following me, and I thought the best way to deal with it was to stop my car in the middle of the street and say, ‘I’m not leaving, and I’m not going to speak to you anymore.’
“They got all p***ed off because they can’t just keep taking the same picture. We were in Venice by the boardwalk, and they kept trying to get all these drug dealers to come up to the car. I was just like, ‘Oh my God, this is insane.’ ”
The British actor was leaving a meeting at the ICM Agency in LA on Tuesday and the snapper is alleging that Pattinson clenched his fists and headed towards him until his friend stopped him.
“Rob already seemed to be in a bad mood as he was leaving ICM and when he saw me, he just snapped,” the shutterbug told X17.
“I was just standing there, taking his picture, not saying anything, not getting too close and he just went off.
“He clenched his fist and got ready to hit me, but his friend told him to stop and calmed him down.”
Pattinson has previously spoken of his disdain for the paparazzi.
“You know, when the whole thing dries up and there’s hardly any paparazzi around — I don’t know, in 15 years or something — I like the idea of just one paparazzo coming out and trying to get a picture, and I just beat the s**t out of him,” he said.
“I mean — out of nowhere — when my picture’s not even worth anything … and I’ve spent all my money, so you can’t sue me!
“A bunch of paparazzi were following me, and I thought the best way to deal with it was to stop my car in the middle of the street and say, ‘I’m not leaving, and I’m not going to speak to you anymore.’
“They got all p***ed off because they can’t just keep taking the same picture. We were in Venice by the boardwalk, and they kept trying to get all these drug dealers to come up to the car. I was just like, ‘Oh my God, this is insane.’ ”
SARAH JESSICA PARKER CRAVES CHAOS
SARAH Jessica Parker has a craving for chaos!
The Sex and the City star — who lives with her husband Matthew Broderickand their three children James Wilkie, eight, and two-year-old twins Marion and Tabitha — says she loves bicycles being ridden in her kitchen.
“There’s always someone on a bicycle in the house in the kitchen,” she said.
“[The bike is] going round and round and round in a tiny space. There’s always music on, there’s always someone crying and there’s always someone laughing.”
Sarah, 46, can currently be seen starring in I Don’t Know How She Does It, a movie which follows the life of Kate Reddy. Kate is a mother-of-two who juggles the added responsibility of being a finance executive.
The actress certainly sees parallels between her and her character Kate’s lives.
“I have food on me all the time,” she laughed. “My daughters love stickers. I went to an interview and I had stickers all up and down my arm and I didn’t realize. It’s kind of nice.”
The Sex and the City star — who lives with her husband Matthew Broderickand their three children James Wilkie, eight, and two-year-old twins Marion and Tabitha — says she loves bicycles being ridden in her kitchen.
“There’s always someone on a bicycle in the house in the kitchen,” she said.
“[The bike is] going round and round and round in a tiny space. There’s always music on, there’s always someone crying and there’s always someone laughing.”
Sarah, 46, can currently be seen starring in I Don’t Know How She Does It, a movie which follows the life of Kate Reddy. Kate is a mother-of-two who juggles the added responsibility of being a finance executive.
The actress certainly sees parallels between her and her character Kate’s lives.
“I have food on me all the time,” she laughed. “My daughters love stickers. I went to an interview and I had stickers all up and down my arm and I didn’t realize. It’s kind of nice.”
SARAH PALIN DISSED BY LEVI JOHNSTON!
SARAH Palin is getting criticized again — by the father of her daughter’s baby!
Levi Johnston, the father of Bristol Palin‘s son, Tripp, is fighting back against claims that he’s a deadbeat dad in his new book, Deer in the Headlights: My Life in Sarah Palin’s Crosshairs.
Speaking to In Touch Weeklymagazine, Levi discussed the onslaught of Palin books, the craziest offer he’s gotten and the prospect of President Sarah Palin.
“I did read Sarah’s book, Going Rogue. I didn’t read Bristol’s book [Not Afraid of Life: My Journey So Far]. I just heard a lot of things out of it, as far as ‘I’m a gnat’ and talking about how I stole her virginity. Her book is just flat out lying, it’s unbelievably disgusting.
“For somebody to date someone for several years, have a child, almost get married twice, you don’t come out and say your virginity was stolen. Let’s be real, lady! Mine and Joe McGinniss’ book [The Rogue: Searching for the Real Sarah Palin] are 100 percent different. He’s written it from interviewing other people. You can go on the Internet and write a book and grab all the stuff you can about her, not knowing if it’s true or not. Basically, that’s what he’s done. Mine is full of 100 percent truth, I lived there. I’ve known them for a long, long time now and I was there and everything in there’s a fact.”
Levi — who has posed for Playgirl and written for Vanity Fair – then revealed some of the craziest offers he’s gotten since finding fame.
“Half a million dollars to masturbate on camera and do a porno with the Sarah Palin look-alike who did Nailin’ Palin. We didn’t think about it, it was a hang-up phone call. I’ve got so much horrible stuff. When it comes, I’m just laughing about how stupid it is and that they actually think I’d consider it. It’s crazy!”
Levi Johnston, the father of Bristol Palin‘s son, Tripp, is fighting back against claims that he’s a deadbeat dad in his new book, Deer in the Headlights: My Life in Sarah Palin’s Crosshairs.
Speaking to In Touch Weeklymagazine, Levi discussed the onslaught of Palin books, the craziest offer he’s gotten and the prospect of President Sarah Palin.
“I did read Sarah’s book, Going Rogue. I didn’t read Bristol’s book [Not Afraid of Life: My Journey So Far]. I just heard a lot of things out of it, as far as ‘I’m a gnat’ and talking about how I stole her virginity. Her book is just flat out lying, it’s unbelievably disgusting.
“For somebody to date someone for several years, have a child, almost get married twice, you don’t come out and say your virginity was stolen. Let’s be real, lady! Mine and Joe McGinniss’ book [The Rogue: Searching for the Real Sarah Palin] are 100 percent different. He’s written it from interviewing other people. You can go on the Internet and write a book and grab all the stuff you can about her, not knowing if it’s true or not. Basically, that’s what he’s done. Mine is full of 100 percent truth, I lived there. I’ve known them for a long, long time now and I was there and everything in there’s a fact.”
Levi — who has posed for Playgirl and written for Vanity Fair – then revealed some of the craziest offers he’s gotten since finding fame.
“Half a million dollars to masturbate on camera and do a porno with the Sarah Palin look-alike who did Nailin’ Palin. We didn’t think about it, it was a hang-up phone call. I’ve got so much horrible stuff. When it comes, I’m just laughing about how stupid it is and that they actually think I’d consider it. It’s crazy!”
TOM CRUISE AND KATIE HOLMES TAKE SURI FOR MILKSHAKES!
TOM Cruise, Katie Holmes and their adorable daughter Suri made a quick trip to the Milkshake Factory in Pittsburgh on Sept. 24 and the family of three didn’t just indulge in one delectable treat — the trio got five!
“Katie ordered a vanilla salt caramel sundae for the group,” a source told America’s Life & Style magazine.
“They also ordered three 20-ounce milk shakes, and Katie said they were going to share all three so they could taste the different kinds. Suri also got a plain vanilla cone!
“They got a classic chocolate made with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup.
“They also got an Oreo shake and the flavor-of-the-week shake, which was apple pie. It has cinnamon-apple-pie pieces.
“While in the store, Katie was eating a dark-chocolate terrapin. It has a pecan-caramel center and is covered with the signature dark chocolate.
“And Tom went right to the chocolate table, where he got a big assortment of dark and milk chocolate.”
“Katie ordered a vanilla salt caramel sundae for the group,” a source told America’s Life & Style magazine.
“They also ordered three 20-ounce milk shakes, and Katie said they were going to share all three so they could taste the different kinds. Suri also got a plain vanilla cone!
“They got a classic chocolate made with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup.
“They also got an Oreo shake and the flavor-of-the-week shake, which was apple pie. It has cinnamon-apple-pie pieces.
“While in the store, Katie was eating a dark-chocolate terrapin. It has a pecan-caramel center and is covered with the signature dark chocolate.
“And Tom went right to the chocolate table, where he got a big assortment of dark and milk chocolate.”
LIZA MINNELLI TALKS MICHAEL JACKSON
LIZA Minnelli claims her pal Michael Jackson was “used and abused” by his father.
Speaking to Britain’s Daily Mailnewspaper, the singer and actress opened up about her friendship with the late Thriller hitmaker.
“He was a supremely gifted human being but he didn’t survive, in my opinion, because he’d never been taught the rules of the game,” she said.
“He and his brothers and sisters were forced to rehearse round the clock while other kids were playing basketball.
“Michael’s life was precisely the one dictated by his father. The family’s religion [the parents are Jehovah’s Witnesses] means the children weren’t even meant to be in show business. But, when they started making money for their father, that was it. Michael was used and abused almost from the time he was born.
“Eventually, he distanced himself from his family, created this wonderful place — Neverland — for kids and supported different families. Then, one day, the father in one of those families called up Michael and said, ‘Unless you give me $30,000, I’m going to tell everyone you made a pass at my son’. And that’s when Michael called me.
“Michal Jackson was a supremely gifted human being, but he didn’t survive because he’d never been taught the rules of the game.
“When he’d finished his story, I remember pausing and then saying: ‘Michael, maybe you should tell your lawyer about this’. He said: ‘But it’s insane.’
“So I repeated my advice. ‘It’s blackmail, though,’ he said. ‘It is,’ I replied, ‘and that’s why you need to involve your lawyer’. But he wouldn’t.
“What everyone forgets is that, when kids stayed at Neverland, their parents came, too. And they were treated grandly. But then other people jumped on the bandwagon.
“I remember he was going with this girl and he was so in love with her. He came to show me the ring he’d bought for her. I asked him what he was going to say and he didn’t know. So I said: ‘Let’s rehearse,’ and that’s what we did.
“But the girl turned him down. She said she wasn’t ready to commit right now. She told him to ask again in six months. And it all but killed him. He was heartbroken. I knew all his girlfriends including Lisa Marie who became his wife.
“In the end, the scorn, the cruelty, the vicious meanness — these are the things that took his life. He was one of the best performers we’ve ever had. He changed everything. But he was only a king when he was on stage.”
Speaking to Britain’s Daily Mailnewspaper, the singer and actress opened up about her friendship with the late Thriller hitmaker.
“He was a supremely gifted human being but he didn’t survive, in my opinion, because he’d never been taught the rules of the game,” she said.
“He and his brothers and sisters were forced to rehearse round the clock while other kids were playing basketball.
“Michael’s life was precisely the one dictated by his father. The family’s religion [the parents are Jehovah’s Witnesses] means the children weren’t even meant to be in show business. But, when they started making money for their father, that was it. Michael was used and abused almost from the time he was born.
“Eventually, he distanced himself from his family, created this wonderful place — Neverland — for kids and supported different families. Then, one day, the father in one of those families called up Michael and said, ‘Unless you give me $30,000, I’m going to tell everyone you made a pass at my son’. And that’s when Michael called me.
“Michal Jackson was a supremely gifted human being, but he didn’t survive because he’d never been taught the rules of the game.
“When he’d finished his story, I remember pausing and then saying: ‘Michael, maybe you should tell your lawyer about this’. He said: ‘But it’s insane.’
“So I repeated my advice. ‘It’s blackmail, though,’ he said. ‘It is,’ I replied, ‘and that’s why you need to involve your lawyer’. But he wouldn’t.
“What everyone forgets is that, when kids stayed at Neverland, their parents came, too. And they were treated grandly. But then other people jumped on the bandwagon.
“I remember he was going with this girl and he was so in love with her. He came to show me the ring he’d bought for her. I asked him what he was going to say and he didn’t know. So I said: ‘Let’s rehearse,’ and that’s what we did.
“But the girl turned him down. She said she wasn’t ready to commit right now. She told him to ask again in six months. And it all but killed him. He was heartbroken. I knew all his girlfriends including Lisa Marie who became his wife.
“In the end, the scorn, the cruelty, the vicious meanness — these are the things that took his life. He was one of the best performers we’ve ever had. He changed everything. But he was only a king when he was on stage.”
EVANGELINE LILLY SWOTTING UP ON ELF TALK!
EVANGELINE Lilly is adding another language to her repertoire — Elvish!
The former Lost star is busy swotting up on her Elf talk ahead of filming of Peter Jackson‘s Lord of the Rings Prequel,The Hobbit.
“With every film, you have to educate yourself on the material and it’s often things you don’t know a lot about,” says Evangeline who also speaks French and Russian.
“Right now I’m studying Elvish and having conversations with people about learning how to be an archer, a swordsperson and how to fight like an elf instead of a gritty convict.”
Lilly recently admitted she’s worried about how Tolkein fans will react to her part in the movie.
“I am very concerned that people will watch, and I’ll be the black mark on the film,” she said.
“I know how adamant the purists are and I’m one of them!
“That said, upon reading The Hobbit again, as an adult, I can see why additional characters were needed to round out the story as an adaptation — especially female characters!
“The Hobbit didn’t include female characters at all. What they have done is all in perfect keeping with J.R.R. Tolkien‘s world, while adding a third dimension to an otherwise very two-dimensional story.”
The former Lost star is busy swotting up on her Elf talk ahead of filming of Peter Jackson‘s Lord of the Rings Prequel,The Hobbit.
“With every film, you have to educate yourself on the material and it’s often things you don’t know a lot about,” says Evangeline who also speaks French and Russian.
“Right now I’m studying Elvish and having conversations with people about learning how to be an archer, a swordsperson and how to fight like an elf instead of a gritty convict.”
Lilly recently admitted she’s worried about how Tolkein fans will react to her part in the movie.
“I am very concerned that people will watch, and I’ll be the black mark on the film,” she said.
“I know how adamant the purists are and I’m one of them!
“That said, upon reading The Hobbit again, as an adult, I can see why additional characters were needed to round out the story as an adaptation — especially female characters!
“The Hobbit didn’t include female characters at all. What they have done is all in perfect keeping with J.R.R. Tolkien‘s world, while adding a third dimension to an otherwise very two-dimensional story.”
GERARD BUTLER — GAMING ADDICT!
GERARD Butler is a closet gamer!
The star of action movie Gamer has told how he is addicted to old video games and likes nothing better than to spend time in his very own mini arcade.
“I have all the classic arcade games,” boasts Gerard.
“I have an old Space Invaders machine but it’s got like 150 games in there. It’s got Pac Man, Defender, Asterroids — all the classics.
“But the whole reason I got it was for Galaga because I love that game. So the guy I bought it from got me 150 games but the only one it doesn’t have is Galaga!”
Butler recently revealed he has started smoking again after a night out with Hollywood pal Russell Crowe.
The Scottish actor managed to quite the cigs for four years after more than 40 attempts to quit.
But he confessed that he was drawn back to smoking after partying with the Gladiatorstar in the summer.
“I was smoking then I stopped for four years,” he said.
“It took me 40 attempts to stop. I was hypnotized 23 times, I had my veins injected with sodium pentathol had my ears electrolyzed and my hands lasered.
“About three months ago, I was out with some friends — Russell Crowe was one of them. There was 12 of them and 11 of them were smoking. That was it, I was off.
“It was only a month, it was a little blip. I’ve got to tell you, it was horrific.”
The star of action movie Gamer has told how he is addicted to old video games and likes nothing better than to spend time in his very own mini arcade.
“I have all the classic arcade games,” boasts Gerard.
“I have an old Space Invaders machine but it’s got like 150 games in there. It’s got Pac Man, Defender, Asterroids — all the classics.
“But the whole reason I got it was for Galaga because I love that game. So the guy I bought it from got me 150 games but the only one it doesn’t have is Galaga!”
Butler recently revealed he has started smoking again after a night out with Hollywood pal Russell Crowe.
The Scottish actor managed to quite the cigs for four years after more than 40 attempts to quit.
But he confessed that he was drawn back to smoking after partying with the Gladiatorstar in the summer.
“I was smoking then I stopped for four years,” he said.
“It took me 40 attempts to stop. I was hypnotized 23 times, I had my veins injected with sodium pentathol had my ears electrolyzed and my hands lasered.
“About three months ago, I was out with some friends — Russell Crowe was one of them. There was 12 of them and 11 of them were smoking. That was it, I was off.
“It was only a month, it was a little blip. I’ve got to tell you, it was horrific.”
HUGH JACKMAN GETTING SELF-CONSCIOUS
HUGH Jackman is getting shy when it comes to stripping off onscreen!
The Wolverine star has made a habit of showing off his impressive physique in movies to the point that audiences have now come to expect it.
But for his next movie, an adaptation of the Victor Hugo novel Les Miserables, Hugh will keep things covered.
“I spoke to the director about this, because one of the first scenes actually shows my character in the prison camp being punished and whipped,” explains Hugh.
“I said, ‘I can tell you right now, if you have me with my shirt off, people are going to say I demanded it my contract.’ But he said, ‘I don’t think we need to do it without your shirt,’ So, when you see the movie, you’ll see I can keep my shirt on.”
Jackman recently admitted he believes it was “destiny” to adopt his children.
The Real Steel actor and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness were devastated when they were told they couldn’t have kids naturally but now they know it was fate to welcome Oscar, 11, and six-year-old Ava into their lives.
“It was painful. It’s not easy. You put a lot of time and effort into it, so it’s emotional. I think any parent can relate – trying to have children is wonderful and when you feel as though that’s not going to happen, there’s a certain anxiety that goes with it,” he said.
“We thought we’d have a kid or two biologically and then adopt. But when we decided we’d had enough of IVF, we went ahead with adoption.
“From the moment we started the adoption process, all the anxiety went away. I don’t think of them as adopted – they’re our children. Deb and I are believers in I suppose you could call it destiny. We feel things happened the way they are meant to. Obviously, biologically wasn’t the way we were meant to have children.”
The Wolverine star has made a habit of showing off his impressive physique in movies to the point that audiences have now come to expect it.
But for his next movie, an adaptation of the Victor Hugo novel Les Miserables, Hugh will keep things covered.
“I spoke to the director about this, because one of the first scenes actually shows my character in the prison camp being punished and whipped,” explains Hugh.
“I said, ‘I can tell you right now, if you have me with my shirt off, people are going to say I demanded it my contract.’ But he said, ‘I don’t think we need to do it without your shirt,’ So, when you see the movie, you’ll see I can keep my shirt on.”
Jackman recently admitted he believes it was “destiny” to adopt his children.
The Real Steel actor and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness were devastated when they were told they couldn’t have kids naturally but now they know it was fate to welcome Oscar, 11, and six-year-old Ava into their lives.
“It was painful. It’s not easy. You put a lot of time and effort into it, so it’s emotional. I think any parent can relate – trying to have children is wonderful and when you feel as though that’s not going to happen, there’s a certain anxiety that goes with it,” he said.
“We thought we’d have a kid or two biologically and then adopt. But when we decided we’d had enough of IVF, we went ahead with adoption.
“From the moment we started the adoption process, all the anxiety went away. I don’t think of them as adopted – they’re our children. Deb and I are believers in I suppose you could call it destiny. We feel things happened the way they are meant to. Obviously, biologically wasn’t the way we were meant to have children.”
CHRISTINA HENDRICKS LIKES ATTENTION FROM WOMEN!
CHRISTINA Hendricks admits she’s struggling to cope with the attention on her curves — unless it’s from other women.
The Mad Men star has been the talk of awards season so far with her impressive assets but she’s not comfortable with many of the eyes on her.
“The whole ‘most sexy’ thing is very odd to me,” admits Christina.
“I really don’t know what to think about it. What I do like is when women come up thanking me for being a curvy woman. They feel like I am representing them in some way and that’s a great honor.”
The Mad Men star has been the talk of awards season so far with her impressive assets but she’s not comfortable with many of the eyes on her.
“The whole ‘most sexy’ thing is very odd to me,” admits Christina.
“I really don’t know what to think about it. What I do like is when women come up thanking me for being a curvy woman. They feel like I am representing them in some way and that’s a great honor.”
TAYE DIGGS TALKS ABOUT HIS NEW BOOK!
TAYE Diggs is speaking out!
The 40-year-old actor — who raises two-year old son Walker with wife Idina Menzel — opened up to Parade magazine about what he gets up to when he’s not steaming up the silver screen!
Diggs has just released his new children’s book, Chocolate Me.
“This book is based on a poem I wrote back in college,” he said.
“I remembered being 5-years-old and moving into this neighborhood where none of the kids looked like me and were very inquisitive. Questioning why I looked the way I looked and why my hair was the way it was. I remember feeling really awkward, like I didn’t fit in. My best friend Shane Evans is a very established publisher and had published other children’s books and he thought this concept would make a good one. We just joined forces and put a mockup together and took it to some places and here were are. It’s great working as best friends on something that means so much to us, like self-esteem and self-awareness, especially at this time of bullying. I wrote the book to my kid.
“Shane has a bevy of amazing and interesting characters and stories that are in the same kind of realm of making kids not feel weird about being exposed to certain problems. So we want to build a company around that — an ethnic Disney where we can come up with all of these characters. Then we’ll work our way up to animated things and lunchboxes and musicals. We’d love to start moving in that direction. That’s the big dream. It would be called Walk Tall production after my son.”
The 40-year-old actor — who raises two-year old son Walker with wife Idina Menzel — opened up to Parade magazine about what he gets up to when he’s not steaming up the silver screen!
Diggs has just released his new children’s book, Chocolate Me.
“This book is based on a poem I wrote back in college,” he said.
“I remembered being 5-years-old and moving into this neighborhood where none of the kids looked like me and were very inquisitive. Questioning why I looked the way I looked and why my hair was the way it was. I remember feeling really awkward, like I didn’t fit in. My best friend Shane Evans is a very established publisher and had published other children’s books and he thought this concept would make a good one. We just joined forces and put a mockup together and took it to some places and here were are. It’s great working as best friends on something that means so much to us, like self-esteem and self-awareness, especially at this time of bullying. I wrote the book to my kid.
“Shane has a bevy of amazing and interesting characters and stories that are in the same kind of realm of making kids not feel weird about being exposed to certain problems. So we want to build a company around that — an ethnic Disney where we can come up with all of these characters. Then we’ll work our way up to animated things and lunchboxes and musicals. We’d love to start moving in that direction. That’s the big dream. It would be called Walk Tall production after my son.”
JENNIFER ANISTON ‘WILL MAKE A GREAT MOM’
MOTHERHOOD is Jennifer Aniston‘s true calling — according to one of her friends.
A source close to the actress told In Touch Weekly magazine that Aniston is in love and longing for a child, and when her baby dreams come true, her parenting skills will be top-notch.
“She’ll be an adoring mom,” said Jennifer’s producing partner and confidant of more than 20 years, Kristin Hahn.
“She’s very big on boundaries with kids, and respect. She would have boundaries, but the adoration would be big!”
Hahn is even a fan of Aniston’s beau Justin Theroux.
I like him, very, very much!” she exclaimed. “I love seeing her happy.”
A source close to the actress told In Touch Weekly magazine that Aniston is in love and longing for a child, and when her baby dreams come true, her parenting skills will be top-notch.
“She’ll be an adoring mom,” said Jennifer’s producing partner and confidant of more than 20 years, Kristin Hahn.
“She’s very big on boundaries with kids, and respect. She would have boundaries, but the adoration would be big!”
Hahn is even a fan of Aniston’s beau Justin Theroux.
I like him, very, very much!” she exclaimed. “I love seeing her happy.”
KHLOE KARDASHIAN FEELS LIKE A NEWLYWED
KHLOE Kardashian still feels like a “newlywed”.
The reality TV star and husband Lamar Odom –- who star in Khloe and Lamar, a show which documents their lives as a married couple — celebrated their two-year wedding anniversary yesterday and she admits she still gets “giddy” every time she sees her man.
The 27-year-old beauty paid tribute to the 31-year-old basketball player on her blog by posting several photographs of the couple with an accompanying message
“Two years ago today I married my best friend and the love of my life. WOW,” she wrote.
“Can you believe it’s been two years?! 730 days, and I still feel like a newlywed, I still blush when my hubby says my name, and I still get giddy when he’s about to walk in the door.
“I truly am the luckiest girl in the world and I count my blessings every single day. Happy Anniversary to the love of my life!”
The Los Angeles Lakers star took to his twitter account to thank his fans for all their well wishes on their anniversary.
He tweeted, “I appreciate everyone reaching out and sending mad love today! You inspire us to beat the odds. Marriage is a gift from God!
“2 years down and an eternity to go. Even in the after life there will be Khlo and LO (sic)”
The reality TV star and husband Lamar Odom –- who star in Khloe and Lamar, a show which documents their lives as a married couple — celebrated their two-year wedding anniversary yesterday and she admits she still gets “giddy” every time she sees her man.
The 27-year-old beauty paid tribute to the 31-year-old basketball player on her blog by posting several photographs of the couple with an accompanying message
“Two years ago today I married my best friend and the love of my life. WOW,” she wrote.
“Can you believe it’s been two years?! 730 days, and I still feel like a newlywed, I still blush when my hubby says my name, and I still get giddy when he’s about to walk in the door.
“I truly am the luckiest girl in the world and I count my blessings every single day. Happy Anniversary to the love of my life!”
The Los Angeles Lakers star took to his twitter account to thank his fans for all their well wishes on their anniversary.
He tweeted, “I appreciate everyone reaching out and sending mad love today! You inspire us to beat the odds. Marriage is a gift from God!
“2 years down and an eternity to go. Even in the after life there will be Khlo and LO (sic)”
ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY MISSING ENGLAND
ROSIE Huntington-Whiteley “misses” England.
The 24-year-old model — who was born in Plymouth, South West England, and grew up on a farm in the county of Devon — currently lives in Los Angeles with boyfriend Jason Statham, but finds it hard because there is no “community” in the Californian city.
“I miss England, especially the culture and camaraderie. In Los Angeles there’s no community,” she said.
“But Hollywood is really geared up for fitness. The gym is something I always prioritize.”
The Transformers: Dark of the Moonactress recently purchased a cottage back in the UK so she could escape her celebrity lifestyle.
“Rosie’s just bought a cottage on the edge of Dartmoor. With its eerie, foggy moor it’s the perfect place for her to hide away,” a source said.
“Now she’s globally famous, Rosie is fed up with the attention. Things have been going crazy since she started dating Jason Statham. She can now switch off, close her cottage doors and hide.”
The 24-year-old model — who was born in Plymouth, South West England, and grew up on a farm in the county of Devon — currently lives in Los Angeles with boyfriend Jason Statham, but finds it hard because there is no “community” in the Californian city.
“I miss England, especially the culture and camaraderie. In Los Angeles there’s no community,” she said.
“But Hollywood is really geared up for fitness. The gym is something I always prioritize.”
The Transformers: Dark of the Moonactress recently purchased a cottage back in the UK so she could escape her celebrity lifestyle.
“Rosie’s just bought a cottage on the edge of Dartmoor. With its eerie, foggy moor it’s the perfect place for her to hide away,” a source said.
“Now she’s globally famous, Rosie is fed up with the attention. Things have been going crazy since she started dating Jason Statham. She can now switch off, close her cottage doors and hide.”
JENNIFER HUDSON OPENS WEIGHT LOSS CENTER
JENNIFER Hudson has opened her own weight loss center
The singer-and-actress — who has shed over 80lbs and five dress sizes following the birth of her son David in August 2009 — launched the Weight Watchers Jennifer Hudson Center Tuesday in her native Chicago.
“I never thought I would make it to have my own center. I’m so honored to be here and see this day,” said Jennifer, who became the face of Weight Watchers last year.
A portion of the facility’s profits will go to children’s charity the Julian D. King Gift Foundation, which was set up by Jennifer in memory of her late nephew, Julian King.
The seven year old’s body was found in a car just three days after her mother, Darnell, and brother, Jason, were shot dead at the family’s Chicago home in October 2008.
Jennifer is extremely proud of her weight loss but recently claimed she was unaware she was overweight until she moved to Hollywood.
“I didn’t even know I was considered plus-sized until I came to Hollywood. I thought I was the perfect size!” she said.
“[One day] an interviewer asked, ‘How does it feel to be plus-sized in Hollywood?’ I looked around, like, ‘Who is she talking to? Oh, me? I’m plus-sized?’ In the neighbourhood I’m from in Chicago, a 16 is normal. But in Hollywood, everyone looks exactly the same, so I stood out.”
The singer-and-actress — who has shed over 80lbs and five dress sizes following the birth of her son David in August 2009 — launched the Weight Watchers Jennifer Hudson Center Tuesday in her native Chicago.
“I never thought I would make it to have my own center. I’m so honored to be here and see this day,” said Jennifer, who became the face of Weight Watchers last year.
A portion of the facility’s profits will go to children’s charity the Julian D. King Gift Foundation, which was set up by Jennifer in memory of her late nephew, Julian King.
The seven year old’s body was found in a car just three days after her mother, Darnell, and brother, Jason, were shot dead at the family’s Chicago home in October 2008.
Jennifer is extremely proud of her weight loss but recently claimed she was unaware she was overweight until she moved to Hollywood.
“I didn’t even know I was considered plus-sized until I came to Hollywood. I thought I was the perfect size!” she said.
“[One day] an interviewer asked, ‘How does it feel to be plus-sized in Hollywood?’ I looked around, like, ‘Who is she talking to? Oh, me? I’m plus-sized?’ In the neighbourhood I’m from in Chicago, a 16 is normal. But in Hollywood, everyone looks exactly the same, so I stood out.”
GERARD BUTLER DATING MODEL SARAH CARROLL
GERARD Butler is dating modelSarah Carroll.
The handsome actor hooked up with the beauty at the Los Angeles premiere of his new film Machine Gun Preacher last week and sources claim they were smitten as soon as they laid eyes on each other.
“Gerard and Sarah met at the premiere for his movie Machine Gun Preacher at the Chateau Marmont in LA on September 21,” a source said.
“She spoke to him and he charmed her. It was love at first sight! They had a hot hook-up after the after-party.”
And it seems Sarah is not keeping quiet about the romance, tweeting the day after, “Um. Gerard Butler just hugged me. Called me a good friend. AND invited me to the Chateau. Die twice. (sic)”
This is not the first model Gerard has been linked to in recent weeks.
Earlier this month, he was spotted kissing Australian beauty Nicole Trunfio at the V magazine fashion party in New York.
“As soon as the two met, they were inseparable. They were kissing in a corner booth. They left the party together but got into separate cars,” a source said.
The Scottish-born actor — who has had to call in extra security after receiving death threats over his latest movie — has previously been linked to Jennifer Aniston, Ashley Green and Jessica Biel.
The handsome actor hooked up with the beauty at the Los Angeles premiere of his new film Machine Gun Preacher last week and sources claim they were smitten as soon as they laid eyes on each other.
“Gerard and Sarah met at the premiere for his movie Machine Gun Preacher at the Chateau Marmont in LA on September 21,” a source said.
“She spoke to him and he charmed her. It was love at first sight! They had a hot hook-up after the after-party.”
And it seems Sarah is not keeping quiet about the romance, tweeting the day after, “Um. Gerard Butler just hugged me. Called me a good friend. AND invited me to the Chateau. Die twice. (sic)”
This is not the first model Gerard has been linked to in recent weeks.
Earlier this month, he was spotted kissing Australian beauty Nicole Trunfio at the V magazine fashion party in New York.
“As soon as the two met, they were inseparable. They were kissing in a corner booth. They left the party together but got into separate cars,” a source said.
The Scottish-born actor — who has had to call in extra security after receiving death threats over his latest movie — has previously been linked to Jennifer Aniston, Ashley Green and Jessica Biel.
JESSICA SIMPSON REPORTEDLY PREGNANT!
JESSICA Simpson is reportedly pregnant with her first child.
The singer-and-actress is said to be expecting a baby with her former NFL player fiance, Eric Johnson, and has already been having some weird cravings.
“She’s already having kooky cravings, especially nacho chips dipped in chocolate, which satisfies her urge for salty and sweet. She’s also developed a taste for cheesy popcorn and non-alcoholic margaritas,” a source said.
Speculation has been rife for weeks that Jessica was pregnant after she was pictured wearing loose-fitting clothing and the news was confirmed at Eric’s recent 32nd birthday party after she sent back a celebratory glass of champagne.
Despite the impending arrival, Jessica, 31, and Eric still plan to marry in November.
Jessica — who was previously married to singer Nick Lachey — has made no secret of her desire to become a mother and said she couldn’t wait to have kids with Eric.
“I definitely see myself having a family with Eric, so that’s exciting to think about,” she said.
The news will also please Jessica’s mother Tina Simpson as she recently revealed she would like more grandchildren to go with two-year-old Bronx, son of daughter Ashlee Simpson and estranged husband Pete Wentz.
“Obviously I’m looking forward to having more grandkids. Bronx is the love of my life,” she said.
“I don’t mind boys or girls, I’ll take anything I get. I’m not picky!”
The singer-and-actress is said to be expecting a baby with her former NFL player fiance, Eric Johnson, and has already been having some weird cravings.
“She’s already having kooky cravings, especially nacho chips dipped in chocolate, which satisfies her urge for salty and sweet. She’s also developed a taste for cheesy popcorn and non-alcoholic margaritas,” a source said.
Speculation has been rife for weeks that Jessica was pregnant after she was pictured wearing loose-fitting clothing and the news was confirmed at Eric’s recent 32nd birthday party after she sent back a celebratory glass of champagne.
Despite the impending arrival, Jessica, 31, and Eric still plan to marry in November.
Jessica — who was previously married to singer Nick Lachey — has made no secret of her desire to become a mother and said she couldn’t wait to have kids with Eric.
“I definitely see myself having a family with Eric, so that’s exciting to think about,” she said.
The news will also please Jessica’s mother Tina Simpson as she recently revealed she would like more grandchildren to go with two-year-old Bronx, son of daughter Ashlee Simpson and estranged husband Pete Wentz.
“Obviously I’m looking forward to having more grandkids. Bronx is the love of my life,” she said.
“I don’t mind boys or girls, I’ll take anything I get. I’m not picky!”
CARRIE UNDERWOOD KEEN TO ADOPT
CARRIE Underwood wants to adopt.
The singer — who married NHL playerMike Fisher in July 2010 — would love to take in a disadvantaged child, but not until she has children of her own.
“I would love to adopt someday. I’ve told Mike this. I would love for us to be able to have a couple of kids and for them to grow up a little bit and we all as a family decide that’s what is best for us. I would love to be able to adopt, not right now. I’m talking years if not decades from now,” she said.
The 28-year-old star says she was warned married life would be “hard” but insists she and her spouse are enjoying every minute so far.
“Everyone says the first month is the hardest, or the fourth month or the eighth month. We’re just enjoying it,” she said.
Carrie has previously revealed she and Mike want to wait before having children.
“Oh, it’s going to be a while. The other night, Mike was with some friends and their kids, and he sent me a funny text saying, ‘Watching my friend’s kids … let’s wait a while,” she said last year.
The singer — who married NHL playerMike Fisher in July 2010 — would love to take in a disadvantaged child, but not until she has children of her own.
“I would love to adopt someday. I’ve told Mike this. I would love for us to be able to have a couple of kids and for them to grow up a little bit and we all as a family decide that’s what is best for us. I would love to be able to adopt, not right now. I’m talking years if not decades from now,” she said.
The 28-year-old star says she was warned married life would be “hard” but insists she and her spouse are enjoying every minute so far.
“Everyone says the first month is the hardest, or the fourth month or the eighth month. We’re just enjoying it,” she said.
Carrie has previously revealed she and Mike want to wait before having children.
“Oh, it’s going to be a while. The other night, Mike was with some friends and their kids, and he sent me a funny text saying, ‘Watching my friend’s kids … let’s wait a while,” she said last year.
TAYLOR LAUTNER WORRIES ABOUT BEING USED!
TAYLOR Lautner worries girls are only interested in him because of his role inTwilight.
The 19-year-old actor — who plays werewolf Jacob Black in the movie franchise — has previously been linked to Taylor Swift and his Abductioncostar Lily Collins but admits he finds the dating scene tough because he never knows if women want him or Jacob.
“You definitely have to deal with whether girls are interested in me or Jacob. Sometimes it’s hard. Time always lets you know what a person is really like,” he said.
“The fans love the characters and they would love anyone who as playing those characters. I’m just the guy who was able to bring Jacob to life.”
Although Taylor and his costar Robert Pattinson play love rivals in the vampire film franchise — their characters both being in love with Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart – he insists the rivalry between them doesn’t spill over in to real life and they all have a great relationship off set.
“We’ve been filming together for three or four years and we’ve all become close. We’re great friends and so supportive of one another. It would be a nightmare if there was any rivalry. Having to deal with that for years would be impossible,” Taylor said.
“Robert’s a great guy. He’s hilarious and I think that’s the thing people don’t see enough of with him. I’m always laughing when I’m with that guy. He’s hysterical.”
The 19-year-old actor — who plays werewolf Jacob Black in the movie franchise — has previously been linked to Taylor Swift and his Abductioncostar Lily Collins but admits he finds the dating scene tough because he never knows if women want him or Jacob.
“You definitely have to deal with whether girls are interested in me or Jacob. Sometimes it’s hard. Time always lets you know what a person is really like,” he said.
“The fans love the characters and they would love anyone who as playing those characters. I’m just the guy who was able to bring Jacob to life.”
Although Taylor and his costar Robert Pattinson play love rivals in the vampire film franchise — their characters both being in love with Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart – he insists the rivalry between them doesn’t spill over in to real life and they all have a great relationship off set.
“We’ve been filming together for three or four years and we’ve all become close. We’re great friends and so supportive of one another. It would be a nightmare if there was any rivalry. Having to deal with that for years would be impossible,” Taylor said.
“Robert’s a great guy. He’s hilarious and I think that’s the thing people don’t see enough of with him. I’m always laughing when I’m with that guy. He’s hysterical.”
ELLEN DEGENERES SUFFERING CHEST PAINS
ELLEN DeGeneres called paramedics after experiencing chest pains yesterday.
The 53-year-old talk show host was suffering from discomfort all evening on Sunday, and when the pain continued into the next day she called the ambulance service.
Within minutes paramedics arrived at the Warner Bros. studios in Los Angeles where she records her series and also a crew from the Burbank Fire Department.
“What happened was last night I was having chest pains. So this morning the paramedics came to look at me. First of all, I’m fine … I woke up in the middle of the night. I was feeling like a tightness of my chest and all the scary things … like something was heavy on my chest and it was a cat so I moved it,” she said. “I still felt the tightness and heaviness so there was another cat under that cat. There were two cats on my chest.
“Then I got to work and it was still happening. I was still feeling the pains. So I was like, ‘You know, I should check this out. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
“Who doesn’t want to see a fireman occasionally? … We called the paramedics here on the Warner Bros. lot and about 50 trucks and ambulances, like one marching band short of a parade showed up outside of my office.
“Then they come in with an axe. Break the door down. It was open. I don’t know why they did that. They came in, they asked me all the questions, ‘How are you feeling? When did it start? Family history? … All the questions that they would ask but everything is fine.”
Ellen — who is married to Portia de Rossi — has also thanked the paramedics for being so attentive and joked she has a particularly strong heart.
“I have a baboon heart that I had put in earlier … It’s not true,” she said. “But I want to say thank you to all the paramedics and the nurses who showed up and everybody for caring so much … I appreciate it.”
The 53-year-old talk show host was suffering from discomfort all evening on Sunday, and when the pain continued into the next day she called the ambulance service.
Within minutes paramedics arrived at the Warner Bros. studios in Los Angeles where she records her series and also a crew from the Burbank Fire Department.
“What happened was last night I was having chest pains. So this morning the paramedics came to look at me. First of all, I’m fine … I woke up in the middle of the night. I was feeling like a tightness of my chest and all the scary things … like something was heavy on my chest and it was a cat so I moved it,” she said. “I still felt the tightness and heaviness so there was another cat under that cat. There were two cats on my chest.
“Then I got to work and it was still happening. I was still feeling the pains. So I was like, ‘You know, I should check this out. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
“Who doesn’t want to see a fireman occasionally? … We called the paramedics here on the Warner Bros. lot and about 50 trucks and ambulances, like one marching band short of a parade showed up outside of my office.
“Then they come in with an axe. Break the door down. It was open. I don’t know why they did that. They came in, they asked me all the questions, ‘How are you feeling? When did it start? Family history? … All the questions that they would ask but everything is fine.”
Ellen — who is married to Portia de Rossi — has also thanked the paramedics for being so attentive and joked she has a particularly strong heart.
“I have a baboon heart that I had put in earlier … It’s not true,” she said. “But I want to say thank you to all the paramedics and the nurses who showed up and everybody for caring so much … I appreciate it.”
KIM KARDASHIAN AND KRIS HUMPHRIES AT WAR ALREADY?
KIM Kardashian isn’t seeing eye-to-eye with her man.
The reality TV star is reported to have hit a rough patch with new husband Kris Humphries following their summer wedding.
“They are finding that being married is not all sweetness and roses,” reports a source close to Kim and her basketball star spouse.
“Kris is quite traditional in what he expects as a married couple but Kim has carried on as if she is still single. She has business interests and projects that mean time being spent apart and it’s causing a few problems between them.”
The reality TV star is reported to have hit a rough patch with new husband Kris Humphries following their summer wedding.
“They are finding that being married is not all sweetness and roses,” reports a source close to Kim and her basketball star spouse.
“Kris is quite traditional in what he expects as a married couple but Kim has carried on as if she is still single. She has business interests and projects that mean time being spent apart and it’s causing a few problems between them.”
BRAD PITT PLAYS DOWN OSCAR CHANCES
BRAD Pitt has played down his chances of equaling partner Angelina Jolie‘s Oscar success.
The 47-year-old star is tipped for a nomination for his role in baseball drama Moneyball but says he’s not taking the speculation too seriously.
“Oscar or no Oscar this movie remains a great piece of material for me,” says Brad.
“I think it’s just to early to talk about that kind of stuff. It’s all good fun if your number comes up but it is even more fun when a friend’s number comes up.”
The 47-year-old star is tipped for a nomination for his role in baseball drama Moneyball but says he’s not taking the speculation too seriously.
“Oscar or no Oscar this movie remains a great piece of material for me,” says Brad.
“I think it’s just to early to talk about that kind of stuff. It’s all good fun if your number comes up but it is even more fun when a friend’s number comes up.”
CHRISTINA RICCI IS A CRAFTY FLYER!
CHRISTINA Ricci has paid the price for her cunning plan to avoid having to get too personal with her fellow air passengers.
The Addams Family star says she used the same trick for so many years to keep her privacy during one of her many flights for work that she now can’t stop herself.
“I used to tell people when I got on the plane that I had really horrible OCD and if I didn’t finish the book I was opening, by the time I landed that I would have like a panic attack,” says Christina who ironically is now starring as an air hostess in new TV drama Pan Am.
“I used to do it as a way of avoiding having to talk to someone really irritating next to me. But then it actually became true so now I actually have to finish — I sit down, I open a book — I have to read it, the entire book before we land or else I’m not happy at all.”
The Addams Family star says she used the same trick for so many years to keep her privacy during one of her many flights for work that she now can’t stop herself.
“I used to tell people when I got on the plane that I had really horrible OCD and if I didn’t finish the book I was opening, by the time I landed that I would have like a panic attack,” says Christina who ironically is now starring as an air hostess in new TV drama Pan Am.
“I used to do it as a way of avoiding having to talk to someone really irritating next to me. But then it actually became true so now I actually have to finish — I sit down, I open a book — I have to read it, the entire book before we land or else I’m not happy at all.”
MEGAN FOX IS GROWING UP!
MEGAN Fox is having to make some tough decisions!
The former Transformers star is still in the process of having her Marilyn Monroe body art removed but already she has two other tattoos in her sights.
“Megan is making some big decisions,” says a friend of the 25-year-old actress.
“Marilyn is almost gone and she has identified two other tattoos to go. She doesn’t regret having her tattoos but having grown up a lot in the last few months, she no longer identifies with certain things that inspired her when she was a teenager.”
Fox recently revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” she said.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
The former Transformers star is still in the process of having her Marilyn Monroe body art removed but already she has two other tattoos in her sights.
“Megan is making some big decisions,” says a friend of the 25-year-old actress.
“Marilyn is almost gone and she has identified two other tattoos to go. She doesn’t regret having her tattoos but having grown up a lot in the last few months, she no longer identifies with certain things that inspired her when she was a teenager.”
Fox recently revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” she said.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
ASHTON KUTCHER SPLASHES THE CASH ON FRIENDS AND FAMILY
ASHTON Kutcher is good to his friends and family!
The 33-year-old actor who is married to fellow star Demi Moore says he gets his kicks out of blowing his cash on others.
“I don’t buy things for myself,” says Ashton.
“I’m very lucky to get sent a lot of stuff for free so I buy things for other people. I buy things for my wife and sometimes I give stuff away. I gave a computer to a driver a while back. It was in one of those gift bags you get at event and since I have a computer, I figured the driver could use it more than me.”
The actor recently admitted he was worried about replacing Charlie Sheenon the hit show Two and a Half Men and made sure he went into his first day at work prepared.
“I brought beer and gave everybody a beer and everybody liked me all of a sudden,” says Ashton.
“But there is one guy, I won’t mention his name, who every day gives me a bit of the snot. I don’t know what the deal is with him and he doesn’t know that I know, but whatever he and Charlie had I don’t have it!”
The 33-year-old actor who is married to fellow star Demi Moore says he gets his kicks out of blowing his cash on others.
“I don’t buy things for myself,” says Ashton.
“I’m very lucky to get sent a lot of stuff for free so I buy things for other people. I buy things for my wife and sometimes I give stuff away. I gave a computer to a driver a while back. It was in one of those gift bags you get at event and since I have a computer, I figured the driver could use it more than me.”
The actor recently admitted he was worried about replacing Charlie Sheenon the hit show Two and a Half Men and made sure he went into his first day at work prepared.
“I brought beer and gave everybody a beer and everybody liked me all of a sudden,” says Ashton.
“But there is one guy, I won’t mention his name, who every day gives me a bit of the snot. I don’t know what the deal is with him and he doesn’t know that I know, but whatever he and Charlie had I don’t have it!”
KELLY ROWLAND WANTS TO BE HEALTHY
KELLY Rowland would rather be healthy than thin.
The former Destiny’s Child singer works out as often as possible but insists she doesn’t do so in order to be as thin as possible.
“It’s not all about dress size but also about being healthy as well. I’ll never be a size zero. I’m happy being a size 10, but I want to be healthy,” she said.
“I work out every other day at least. If you don’t then I don’t think you see the rewards. Even if you can get 30 minutes of cardio in every other day you’ll see a big change in yourself.
“While it’s great to have a routine, it’s important not to limit yourself to certain times of day. It’s easy to get home from work and say, ‘Oh, I¹ve missed the gym.’ Do 30 minutes on the bike or some sit-ups.
“I am a big believer in keeping the body toned. Twenty minutes each on the bike and the cross trainer are great for that. Also sit-ups are the only way to a flat stomach.”
Kelly follows a healthy eating plan, but doesn’t believe in depriving herself of her favorite foods.
The X Factor judge insists it’s important to treat yourself on occasions because complete deprivation doesn’t work.
“There’s a great diet called the 80/20 diet, which means you make sure 80 per cent of the stuff you eat is good and the other 20 per cent is your choice. It’s great because it means you’re not depriving yourself of anything,” she said.
“Breakfast is very important, and I’ll start with porridge. Lunch will probably be my most calorific meal of the day to give me energy at work, like tuna pasta, and then at dinner it will be a very light grilled chicken or fish with vegetables.”
The former Destiny’s Child singer works out as often as possible but insists she doesn’t do so in order to be as thin as possible.
“It’s not all about dress size but also about being healthy as well. I’ll never be a size zero. I’m happy being a size 10, but I want to be healthy,” she said.
“I work out every other day at least. If you don’t then I don’t think you see the rewards. Even if you can get 30 minutes of cardio in every other day you’ll see a big change in yourself.
“While it’s great to have a routine, it’s important not to limit yourself to certain times of day. It’s easy to get home from work and say, ‘Oh, I¹ve missed the gym.’ Do 30 minutes on the bike or some sit-ups.
“I am a big believer in keeping the body toned. Twenty minutes each on the bike and the cross trainer are great for that. Also sit-ups are the only way to a flat stomach.”
Kelly follows a healthy eating plan, but doesn’t believe in depriving herself of her favorite foods.
The X Factor judge insists it’s important to treat yourself on occasions because complete deprivation doesn’t work.
“There’s a great diet called the 80/20 diet, which means you make sure 80 per cent of the stuff you eat is good and the other 20 per cent is your choice. It’s great because it means you’re not depriving yourself of anything,” she said.
“Breakfast is very important, and I’ll start with porridge. Lunch will probably be my most calorific meal of the day to give me energy at work, like tuna pasta, and then at dinner it will be a very light grilled chicken or fish with vegetables.”
ANGELINA JOLIE TAKES DAUGHTERS TO GET THEIR EARS PIERCED
ANGELINA Jolie took two of her daughters to get their ears pierced.
The Salt actress accompanied Zahara, six, and Shiloh, five — two of her six children with partner Brad Pitt — to a small salon in London to have the beauty treatment, but Shiloh decided against the process at the last minute after her eldest sister cried because of the pain.
“The eldest girl picked out some pretty 18-carat gold studs ad gave them to her mum,” a source said.
“The piercing gun was a bit too painful for her and she screamed then burst into tears. She was saying it felt like a stapler. So her little sister changed her mind about having hers done … But they all left with big smiles on their faces. Angelina bought them another little gift to make sure they both felt special.”
The couple and their kids are currently in the UK while Brad shoots his movie World War Z, and they are reported to be so enamored with British culture they are looking to buy a house on the outskirts of London.
“Brad and Angelina love the place, the food, the area and they think the people are way more polite,” a source said.
The Salt actress accompanied Zahara, six, and Shiloh, five — two of her six children with partner Brad Pitt — to a small salon in London to have the beauty treatment, but Shiloh decided against the process at the last minute after her eldest sister cried because of the pain.
“The eldest girl picked out some pretty 18-carat gold studs ad gave them to her mum,” a source said.
“The piercing gun was a bit too painful for her and she screamed then burst into tears. She was saying it felt like a stapler. So her little sister changed her mind about having hers done … But they all left with big smiles on their faces. Angelina bought them another little gift to make sure they both felt special.”
The couple and their kids are currently in the UK while Brad shoots his movie World War Z, and they are reported to be so enamored with British culture they are looking to buy a house on the outskirts of London.
“Brad and Angelina love the place, the food, the area and they think the people are way more polite,” a source said.
JESSICA ALBA ENAMORED WITH BABY
JESSICA Alba can’t stop kissing and cuddling her new baby daughter.
The Machete star gave birth to Haven Garner — her second child with her husband Cash Warren — six weeks ago and she has revealed the maternal bond was there right away.
“It’s awesome. I love having a newborn as she can’t run away from me when I want to kiss her,” she said.
“It was love at first sight. It did take a couple of days for it to sink in that I have another baby! We’re incredibly blessed to have two healthy, sweet little munchkins.”
Although the couple haven’t ruled out having more children in the future, the couple insist they are looking forward to spending time as a foursome first.
“All I ever wanted was to have a big family,” she said. “There’s probably a fantasy in there for Cash to have a boy who he can rough house with and play sports with because Honor is so girlie. Maybe Haven will be a little tomboy.”
Cash, 32, added, “I think we have a great family unit and I want to enjoy being married again and have Jessica not be pregnant for a while. We want to go back to being a married couple.”
The Machete star gave birth to Haven Garner — her second child with her husband Cash Warren — six weeks ago and she has revealed the maternal bond was there right away.
“It’s awesome. I love having a newborn as she can’t run away from me when I want to kiss her,” she said.
“It was love at first sight. It did take a couple of days for it to sink in that I have another baby! We’re incredibly blessed to have two healthy, sweet little munchkins.”
Although the couple haven’t ruled out having more children in the future, the couple insist they are looking forward to spending time as a foursome first.
“All I ever wanted was to have a big family,” she said. “There’s probably a fantasy in there for Cash to have a boy who he can rough house with and play sports with because Honor is so girlie. Maybe Haven will be a little tomboy.”
Cash, 32, added, “I think we have a great family unit and I want to enjoy being married again and have Jessica not be pregnant for a while. We want to go back to being a married couple.”
SIMON COWELL BLASTS LADY GAGA!
SIMON Cowell has hit out at Lady GaGa for being the “most boring singer in the world”.
The music mogul believes the Born This Way hitmaker, Beyonce Knowles andKaty Perry — who recently matchedMichael Jackson‘s record of having five number one hit singles from the same album on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart — need to be on TV to shine because without a visual medium they are dull.
“If you only ever heard Lady GaGa, she’s the most boring singer in the world. You’ve got to see her — you need TV,” Simon said.
“Same with Beyonce. Or Katy Perry. We’re all about image. You have to have that X Factor.”
Simon, 51, also poked fun at American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, describing him as the “complete opposite” to “intelligent” US X Factor presenter Steve Jones.
“He’s tall, dark, British – he’s basically completely the opposite of Ryan Seacrest. You’ve got to add in intelligent as well,” he said.
Simon quit his role as a judge on American Idol to launch the new version of his pop star search show.
The music mogul believes the Born This Way hitmaker, Beyonce Knowles andKaty Perry — who recently matchedMichael Jackson‘s record of having five number one hit singles from the same album on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart — need to be on TV to shine because without a visual medium they are dull.
“If you only ever heard Lady GaGa, she’s the most boring singer in the world. You’ve got to see her — you need TV,” Simon said.
“Same with Beyonce. Or Katy Perry. We’re all about image. You have to have that X Factor.”
Simon, 51, also poked fun at American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, describing him as the “complete opposite” to “intelligent” US X Factor presenter Steve Jones.
“He’s tall, dark, British – he’s basically completely the opposite of Ryan Seacrest. You’ve got to add in intelligent as well,” he said.
Simon quit his role as a judge on American Idol to launch the new version of his pop star search show.
JANUARY JONES LEAVES FATHER’S NAME OFF BIRTH CERTIFICATE
JANUARY Jones has left the father’s name off her son’s birth certificate.
The Mad Men actress — who welcomedXander Dane Jones into the world on September 13 — has always refused to say who the dad is and when she went to register the tot with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health on Friday she left the space blank.
Following the news of Xander’s arrival, January’s Mad Men costars were quick to praise her mothering skills.
Elisabeth Moss says the 33-year-old actress will be a great mother because she has all the right credentials for parenthood.
“I think she’s going to be a great mom,” she said. “She’s a very caring and protective person, and I think she’s going to fit in very well with motherhood.”
Before the birth, January — who intends to bring her son up alone — said she was enjoying a period of “nesting” at home preparing for the arrival.
“I’ve been enjoying a nice break,” she revealed.
“I’ve been in a nesting phase just preparing my house and stuff. I’ve had the luxury of a couple months off.”
The Mad Men actress — who welcomedXander Dane Jones into the world on September 13 — has always refused to say who the dad is and when she went to register the tot with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health on Friday she left the space blank.
Following the news of Xander’s arrival, January’s Mad Men costars were quick to praise her mothering skills.
Elisabeth Moss says the 33-year-old actress will be a great mother because she has all the right credentials for parenthood.
“I think she’s going to be a great mom,” she said. “She’s a very caring and protective person, and I think she’s going to fit in very well with motherhood.”
Before the birth, January — who intends to bring her son up alone — said she was enjoying a period of “nesting” at home preparing for the arrival.
“I’ve been enjoying a nice break,” she revealed.
“I’ve been in a nesting phase just preparing my house and stuff. I’ve had the luxury of a couple months off.”
HILARY DUFF SELLING MANSION
HILARY Duff is selling her Beverly Hills mansion for $6.25 million.
The 23-year-old actress — who is expecting her first child with husbandMike Comrie — has dropped the asking price on her six-bedroom mansion on Toluca Lake, which she paid $3.5 million for in March 2004, from $7 million after failing to find a buyer when it was first listed last year.
The Mediterranean-style 9,277 sq ft property features a wet bar, a cognac room, a wine cellar, a gym and gift-wrapping room.
Hilary’s decision to drop the asking price for the house comes after she recently revealed she and Canadian NHL player Mike, 30, are “remodeling” a new home in preparation for when the baby arrives next year.
Hilary announced her pregnancy in a posting on her official website on the couple’s first wedding anniversary in August.
She wrote, “Hello everyone! We want to share the exciting news that BABY MAKES THREE!!! We are extremely happy and ready to start this new chapter of our lives. Thanks to everyone for the continued love and support throughout the years! (sic)”
The 23-year-old actress — who is expecting her first child with husbandMike Comrie — has dropped the asking price on her six-bedroom mansion on Toluca Lake, which she paid $3.5 million for in March 2004, from $7 million after failing to find a buyer when it was first listed last year.
The Mediterranean-style 9,277 sq ft property features a wet bar, a cognac room, a wine cellar, a gym and gift-wrapping room.
Hilary’s decision to drop the asking price for the house comes after she recently revealed she and Canadian NHL player Mike, 30, are “remodeling” a new home in preparation for when the baby arrives next year.
Hilary announced her pregnancy in a posting on her official website on the couple’s first wedding anniversary in August.
She wrote, “Hello everyone! We want to share the exciting news that BABY MAKES THREE!!! We are extremely happy and ready to start this new chapter of our lives. Thanks to everyone for the continued love and support throughout the years! (sic)”
NAOMI WATTS GLAD TO BE AN OLDER MOM
NAOMI Watts is glad she wasn’t a young mother.
The actress was 38 when she gave birth to first son, Sasha, now four, and she says she’s glad she waited until she was older because she could focus all her energies into parenthood.
“I had a lot I wanted to do when I was younger, and perhaps I wouldn’t have been as focused. I got a lot out of the way in terms of my own dreams,” said the star,who also has two-year-old Samuel with partner Liev Schreiber.
“You grow up and hopefully become more self-aware. I think I’m a better parent.”
Naomi also says she loves seeing Liev with their boys but admits he gets to do more fun stuff with them.
“Liev’s moments with the children are amazing,” she said. “The games just go on and on. I’ve always said that men are great in the moment, but not good in the planning, like, ‘Is there milk in the fridge?’ and ‘Do we have diapers?’ ”
The Australian beauty was raised by her mother and says she wants her sons to have a different upbringing to her.
“Not knowing my father always made me feel like a piece of me was missing or unknown,” she said.
“I want my sons to feel connected to me and me to them. I want them, above all, to feel sure of who they are. That they are safe in the world. And, of course, connected. To their parents, their friends, their family, the world and themselves.
“This is the most important goal in my life. Everything else is gravy.”
The actress was 38 when she gave birth to first son, Sasha, now four, and she says she’s glad she waited until she was older because she could focus all her energies into parenthood.
“I had a lot I wanted to do when I was younger, and perhaps I wouldn’t have been as focused. I got a lot out of the way in terms of my own dreams,” said the star,who also has two-year-old Samuel with partner Liev Schreiber.
“You grow up and hopefully become more self-aware. I think I’m a better parent.”
Naomi also says she loves seeing Liev with their boys but admits he gets to do more fun stuff with them.
“Liev’s moments with the children are amazing,” she said. “The games just go on and on. I’ve always said that men are great in the moment, but not good in the planning, like, ‘Is there milk in the fridge?’ and ‘Do we have diapers?’ ”
The Australian beauty was raised by her mother and says she wants her sons to have a different upbringing to her.
“Not knowing my father always made me feel like a piece of me was missing or unknown,” she said.
“I want my sons to feel connected to me and me to them. I want them, above all, to feel sure of who they are. That they are safe in the world. And, of course, connected. To their parents, their friends, their family, the world and themselves.
“This is the most important goal in my life. Everything else is gravy.”
LAURYN HILL BEING SUED
LAURYN Hill is being sued after being accused of stealing clothes from a former fashion consultant.
The 36-year-old singer — who recently gave birth to her sixth child — has been hit with a lawsuit which alleges she walked away with the majority of a “wardrobe of high fashion items” that were provided by company Via Davia Vintage for her 2007 European tour.
According to website TMZ, the former Fugees star agreed to pay the company a set weekly fee for four weeks but kept the outfits for three months.
She also allegedly only paid the company 30 per cent of the items’ total cost and kept the expensive clothing for herself.
This is not the only legal issue stemming for Lauryn’s 2007 tour.
It was recently revealed she is being sued for harassment and unpaid wages.
Jay Gore — ex-guitarist with Lauryn’s solo band — issued a lawsuit against theEverything is Everything hitmaker for more than $20,000, claiming she insulted the band when he toured with her.
A section from the lawsuit read, “After shows, Hill would demand that the musicians and road support personnel attend meetings where she would engage in a person-by-person critique and berating.
“At one point, Hill made a statement in front of the tour personnel to the effect that ‘I can’t believe I am paying you fools, you should be paying me.’ “
The 36-year-old singer — who recently gave birth to her sixth child — has been hit with a lawsuit which alleges she walked away with the majority of a “wardrobe of high fashion items” that were provided by company Via Davia Vintage for her 2007 European tour.
According to website TMZ, the former Fugees star agreed to pay the company a set weekly fee for four weeks but kept the outfits for three months.
She also allegedly only paid the company 30 per cent of the items’ total cost and kept the expensive clothing for herself.
This is not the only legal issue stemming for Lauryn’s 2007 tour.
It was recently revealed she is being sued for harassment and unpaid wages.
Jay Gore — ex-guitarist with Lauryn’s solo band — issued a lawsuit against theEverything is Everything hitmaker for more than $20,000, claiming she insulted the band when he toured with her.
A section from the lawsuit read, “After shows, Hill would demand that the musicians and road support personnel attend meetings where she would engage in a person-by-person critique and berating.
“At one point, Hill made a statement in front of the tour personnel to the effect that ‘I can’t believe I am paying you fools, you should be paying me.’ “
HUGH JACKMAN TALKS ADOPTION
HUGH Jackman believes it was “destiny” to adopt his children.
The Real Steel actor and his wifeDeborra-Lee Furness were devastated when they were told they couldn’t have kids naturally but now they know it was fate to welcome Oscar, 11, and six-year-old Ava into their lives.
“It was painful. It’s not easy. You put a lot of time and effort into it, so it’s emotional. I think any parent can relate – trying to have children is wonderful and when you feel as though that’s not going to happen, there’s a certain anxiety that goes with it,” he said.
“We thought we’d have a kid or two biologically and then adopt. But when we decided we’d had enough of IVF, we went ahead with adoption.
“From the moment we started the adoption process, all the anxiety went away. I don’t think of them as adopted – they’re our children. Deb and I are believers in I suppose you could call it destiny. We feel things happened the way they are meant to. Obviously, biologically wasn’t the way we were meant to have children.”
Although he admits family life isn’t always easy, he knows he and Deborra made the right choices.
“Now, as we go through life together, sure there are challenges, but everyone’s in the right place with the right people. It sounds airy-fairy, but it’s something we feel very deeply,” he said.
The Real Steel actor and his wifeDeborra-Lee Furness were devastated when they were told they couldn’t have kids naturally but now they know it was fate to welcome Oscar, 11, and six-year-old Ava into their lives.
“It was painful. It’s not easy. You put a lot of time and effort into it, so it’s emotional. I think any parent can relate – trying to have children is wonderful and when you feel as though that’s not going to happen, there’s a certain anxiety that goes with it,” he said.
“We thought we’d have a kid or two biologically and then adopt. But when we decided we’d had enough of IVF, we went ahead with adoption.
“From the moment we started the adoption process, all the anxiety went away. I don’t think of them as adopted – they’re our children. Deb and I are believers in I suppose you could call it destiny. We feel things happened the way they are meant to. Obviously, biologically wasn’t the way we were meant to have children.”
Although he admits family life isn’t always easy, he knows he and Deborra made the right choices.
“Now, as we go through life together, sure there are challenges, but everyone’s in the right place with the right people. It sounds airy-fairy, but it’s something we feel very deeply,” he said.
LEANN RIMES: ‘I’VE GONE THROUGH IT ALL’
LEANN Rimes believes she has “gone through it all”.
The 29-year-old singer — who married actor Eddie Cibrian earlier this year, after embarking on a relationship with him while still wed to her first husbandDean Sheremet — thinks she has been through a lot in her life but is proud of the fact she has always managed to deal with any problems thrown at her.
“I’ve gone through it all, at a very young age. But I think one of my base accomplishments is that I have been able to handle it very well. Trust me I have my moments, but I’ve been doing it so long,” she said.
“I’ve been one of the very few who have come through as a true artist as the other side of the child star kind of thing. I’m prouder of my work than I’ve ever been. I’m coming into my own as a true artist and not just a little girl with a big voice.”
However, LeAnn — who started her career at the tender age of 13 — doesn’t always like what she does, and often wants to slow down the pace of her life.
I”There are always time when I want to get off the rollercoaster. I’m married to Eddie and I have two stepchildren. I don’t like being on the road and living out of a suitcase, it’s an interesting way to live and I’ve been doing it for so long. I think, like, ‘OK, I’m 29, I’m done.’ I say that for a week and then I’m ready to go back,” she said.
“I feel like I have more to give now than I ever have. I have all the success and knowledge and wisdom behind me to be in a really cool place.”
The 29-year-old singer — who married actor Eddie Cibrian earlier this year, after embarking on a relationship with him while still wed to her first husbandDean Sheremet — thinks she has been through a lot in her life but is proud of the fact she has always managed to deal with any problems thrown at her.
“I’ve gone through it all, at a very young age. But I think one of my base accomplishments is that I have been able to handle it very well. Trust me I have my moments, but I’ve been doing it so long,” she said.
“I’ve been one of the very few who have come through as a true artist as the other side of the child star kind of thing. I’m prouder of my work than I’ve ever been. I’m coming into my own as a true artist and not just a little girl with a big voice.”
However, LeAnn — who started her career at the tender age of 13 — doesn’t always like what she does, and often wants to slow down the pace of her life.
I”There are always time when I want to get off the rollercoaster. I’m married to Eddie and I have two stepchildren. I don’t like being on the road and living out of a suitcase, it’s an interesting way to live and I’ve been doing it for so long. I think, like, ‘OK, I’m 29, I’m done.’ I say that for a week and then I’m ready to go back,” she said.
“I feel like I have more to give now than I ever have. I have all the success and knowledge and wisdom behind me to be in a really cool place.”
JUSTIN BIEBER RECORDS CHRISTMAS SONG WITH USHER
JUSTIN Bieber has recorded a Christmas song with Usher.
The 17-year-old pop star is making a festive album and was joined in the studio by his mentor — who signed him to his Raymond Braun Media Group (RBMG) label — to duet on a Yule Tide hit.
Justin tweeted, “just finished a late nt in the studio for the christmas album…it is OFFICIAL…my big bro @UsherRaymondIV is on the album with me! #EPIC (sic)”
The Baby singer insists the track is very Christmassy and he is really pleased with what he and Usher – full name Usher Raymond IV – have produced.
He added in another twitter post, “this duet with me and @USHERRAYMONDIV for #christmas is CRAZY!!!”
Justin is teaming up with a host of music stars for his Christmas record, including The Band Perry and, according to rumors, Taylor Swift and Sean Kingston.
He has already confirmed he has recorded the track Falalalala with Boyz II Men and the LP is being produced by Kuk Harrell.
The 17-year-old pop star is making a festive album and was joined in the studio by his mentor — who signed him to his Raymond Braun Media Group (RBMG) label — to duet on a Yule Tide hit.
Justin tweeted, “just finished a late nt in the studio for the christmas album…it is OFFICIAL…my big bro @UsherRaymondIV is on the album with me! #EPIC (sic)”
The Baby singer insists the track is very Christmassy and he is really pleased with what he and Usher – full name Usher Raymond IV – have produced.
He added in another twitter post, “this duet with me and @USHERRAYMONDIV for #christmas is CRAZY!!!”
Justin is teaming up with a host of music stars for his Christmas record, including The Band Perry and, according to rumors, Taylor Swift and Sean Kingston.
He has already confirmed he has recorded the track Falalalala with Boyz II Men and the LP is being produced by Kuk Harrell.
SELENA GOMEZ TO HOST THE MTV EMAS
SELENA Gomez is to host the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).
The 19-year-old singer-and-actress will front the ceremony — which takes place in Belfast, Ireland, on November 6 — as well as connecting with fans globally by tweeting throughout the event, as well as offering commentary and sharing behind-the-scenes secret via the official website.
“I’m so excited to be the host of the 2011 MTV EMAs — it’s a dream come true. This is such a huge event that always recognizes the biggest stars in music from across the globe, so it’s a real honor to be MC at this year’s show,” she said.
As has previously been announced,Lady GaGa — who bagged five awards at last year’s event –- leads the nominations with six and is up for Best Female, Best Live Act, Best Pop Act, as well as the Biggest Fans accolade for her dedicated troupe of “little monsters” and both Best Song and Best Video for Born This Way.
Closely following the 25-year-old singer in the nominations is Katy Perry — who will battle it out against GaGa in the Best Female, Best Pop, Best Female and Best Song categories for Firework — and Bruno Mars with four nods apiece.
Adele — the top-selling artist of the year to date — Selena’s boyfriend Justin Bieberand rockers Thirty Seconds to Mars are up for three awards each.
The 2011 MTV EMAs will be held at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast on November 6 and will air live on MTV from 9pm.
The 19-year-old singer-and-actress will front the ceremony — which takes place in Belfast, Ireland, on November 6 — as well as connecting with fans globally by tweeting throughout the event, as well as offering commentary and sharing behind-the-scenes secret via the official website.
“I’m so excited to be the host of the 2011 MTV EMAs — it’s a dream come true. This is such a huge event that always recognizes the biggest stars in music from across the globe, so it’s a real honor to be MC at this year’s show,” she said.
As has previously been announced,Lady GaGa — who bagged five awards at last year’s event –- leads the nominations with six and is up for Best Female, Best Live Act, Best Pop Act, as well as the Biggest Fans accolade for her dedicated troupe of “little monsters” and both Best Song and Best Video for Born This Way.
Closely following the 25-year-old singer in the nominations is Katy Perry — who will battle it out against GaGa in the Best Female, Best Pop, Best Female and Best Song categories for Firework — and Bruno Mars with four nods apiece.
Adele — the top-selling artist of the year to date — Selena’s boyfriend Justin Bieberand rockers Thirty Seconds to Mars are up for three awards each.
The 2011 MTV EMAs will be held at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast on November 6 and will air live on MTV from 9pm.
TAYLOR LAUTNER DUMPS LILY COLLINS
TAYLOR Lautner is back on the market.
The actor has reportedly end his romance with his Abduction costar Lily Collins.
The couple called it quits a week before the film’s red carpet premiere, according to America’s Us Weeklymagazine.
“It was a clean break that Taylor initiated,” a source said. “He wants to be single for a while.”
Before Collins, the Twilight hunk also famously dated his Valentine’s Daycostar Taylor Swift for three months until late 2009. After their split, she wrote the ballad Back to December about breaking up with him.
The actor has reportedly end his romance with his Abduction costar Lily Collins.
The couple called it quits a week before the film’s red carpet premiere, according to America’s Us Weeklymagazine.
“It was a clean break that Taylor initiated,” a source said. “He wants to be single for a while.”
Before Collins, the Twilight hunk also famously dated his Valentine’s Daycostar Taylor Swift for three months until late 2009. After their split, she wrote the ballad Back to December about breaking up with him.
KATE MIDDLETON — VOGUE COVERGIRL?
KATE Middleton could very well be gracing the cover of US Vogue.
According to New York Post gossip column Page Six, the magazine’s famously frosty editor, Anna Wintour, has been quietly but persuasively campaigning to land the new Duchess on her publication’s front page.
Wintour has been appealing to famed photographer Mario Testino, a close friend of the British royals, to reach out to the elegant newlywed to shoot her for the fashion bible.
“Anna has been speaking to Mario about winning over Kate. She is really pressing him to shoot Kate for the cover,” a source said.
“Every magazine has been trying to get Kate, and many assume it will eventually be Vogue. But even with the Mario Testino relationship, it is not clear when this will happen. The Palace must approve it, and they are very protective of Kate.”
“There’s nothing trashy or vulgar about her,” Wintour has said of Kate. “She dresses her age and never looks out of place.”
According to New York Post gossip column Page Six, the magazine’s famously frosty editor, Anna Wintour, has been quietly but persuasively campaigning to land the new Duchess on her publication’s front page.
Wintour has been appealing to famed photographer Mario Testino, a close friend of the British royals, to reach out to the elegant newlywed to shoot her for the fashion bible.
“Anna has been speaking to Mario about winning over Kate. She is really pressing him to shoot Kate for the cover,” a source said.
“Every magazine has been trying to get Kate, and many assume it will eventually be Vogue. But even with the Mario Testino relationship, it is not clear when this will happen. The Palace must approve it, and they are very protective of Kate.”
“There’s nothing trashy or vulgar about her,” Wintour has said of Kate. “She dresses her age and never looks out of place.”
MINKA KELLY OFFERED FREE PLASTIC SURGERY
MINKA Kelly has revealed how she was once approached by a former Playboy Playmate and offered free plastic surgery in order to become a pin-up herself.
“I was 19. She was very seductive and said that she wanted to manage me and that I had a lot of potential,” said Kelly. “She said that she could get me a job at this doctor’s office in return for plastic surgery, which I would need to be a Playboy Playmate.”
The plan was for the actress to get all the alterations needed to be the perfect Playmate. This would include a lengthy list of procedures such as liposuction, breast implants and veneers for her teeth.
Kelly did take the job, but after a month there realized that going under the knife just wasn’t for her.
“When I told her that I didn’t want that, she said I would never be Playmate of the Year and I said, ‘I think that’s okay. I’m okay with that’,” she said.
“I was 19. She was very seductive and said that she wanted to manage me and that I had a lot of potential,” said Kelly. “She said that she could get me a job at this doctor’s office in return for plastic surgery, which I would need to be a Playboy Playmate.”
The plan was for the actress to get all the alterations needed to be the perfect Playmate. This would include a lengthy list of procedures such as liposuction, breast implants and veneers for her teeth.
Kelly did take the job, but after a month there realized that going under the knife just wasn’t for her.
“When I told her that I didn’t want that, she said I would never be Playmate of the Year and I said, ‘I think that’s okay. I’m okay with that’,” she said.
JOHN TRAVOLTA MEETS JOHN GOTTI’S WIDOW
ACTOR John Travolta reportedly traveled from Los Angeles to New York for a private meeting with John Gotti‘s widow.
According to a Fox News report, the sit down was called to get Victoria Gotti’s “blessing” for the planned biopic produced by her son John “Junior” Gotti.
The pilgrimage brought Travolta to the Queens home where the late crime boss he will be portraying lived while ruthlessly running the Gambino crime family.
Travolta arrived bearing tribute — a gold gift bag — for his meeting with the mob matriarch and other key players involved in the movie.
He was greeted with handshakes and hugs from Junior and several other men who were outside when he showed up at 4:30pm local time.
The group then disappeared inside Victoria’s white clapboard home for more than two hours.
Travolta emerged shortly before 7:00pm from his first face-to-face meeting with the Gambino queen, whose notorious husband died in prison in 2002.
Travolta’s wife, Kelly Preston, is set to play the elder Victoria, and X-Men actor Ben Foster will play Junior.
The cast also includes Godfather star Al Pacino as Gambino family underbossAniello “Neil” Dellacroce, Lindsay Lohan as Junior’s wife, Kim, and Chazz Palminteri as the late mob boss Paul Castellano.
According to a Fox News report, the sit down was called to get Victoria Gotti’s “blessing” for the planned biopic produced by her son John “Junior” Gotti.
The pilgrimage brought Travolta to the Queens home where the late crime boss he will be portraying lived while ruthlessly running the Gambino crime family.
Travolta arrived bearing tribute — a gold gift bag — for his meeting with the mob matriarch and other key players involved in the movie.
He was greeted with handshakes and hugs from Junior and several other men who were outside when he showed up at 4:30pm local time.
The group then disappeared inside Victoria’s white clapboard home for more than two hours.
Travolta emerged shortly before 7:00pm from his first face-to-face meeting with the Gambino queen, whose notorious husband died in prison in 2002.
Travolta’s wife, Kelly Preston, is set to play the elder Victoria, and X-Men actor Ben Foster will play Junior.
The cast also includes Godfather star Al Pacino as Gambino family underbossAniello “Neil” Dellacroce, Lindsay Lohan as Junior’s wife, Kim, and Chazz Palminteri as the late mob boss Paul Castellano.
SIMON COWELL ADMITS PAYING OFF GIRLFRIENDS
SIMON Cowell has revealed why he pays off his girlfriends after splitting with them.
The millionaire music mogul — who has dated the likes of Sinitta and Terri Seymour in the past — said he feels it is right to help some of his exes financially.
“You can’t have somebody in your life who’s become accustomed to a certain thing and, just because you don’t want to be in a relationship any more, say to them ‘no, everything is cut off,” he said.
Cowell insisted that “it’s not alimony” — and that he’s doing “the right thing” by helping certain people.
Cowell recently revealed he wants the US X Factor to be more successful thanAmerican Idol.
The music mogul — who quit as a judge on American Idol to kick start the new version of the pop star search show — will “die trying” to be the most watched program, and he is confident The X Factor will become the best series of its kind.
“You don’t compete for the silver or the bronze, you may not get the gold, but you die trying. It’s definitely going to be better than the other shows,” he said.
Simon’s departure from American Idol led to a revamp of the judges with Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler joining Randy Jackson on the panel, and he claims he isn’t impressed by them.
“It’s not my cup of tea,” he added.
The millionaire music mogul — who has dated the likes of Sinitta and Terri Seymour in the past — said he feels it is right to help some of his exes financially.
“You can’t have somebody in your life who’s become accustomed to a certain thing and, just because you don’t want to be in a relationship any more, say to them ‘no, everything is cut off,” he said.
Cowell insisted that “it’s not alimony” — and that he’s doing “the right thing” by helping certain people.
Cowell recently revealed he wants the US X Factor to be more successful thanAmerican Idol.
The music mogul — who quit as a judge on American Idol to kick start the new version of the pop star search show — will “die trying” to be the most watched program, and he is confident The X Factor will become the best series of its kind.
“You don’t compete for the silver or the bronze, you may not get the gold, but you die trying. It’s definitely going to be better than the other shows,” he said.
Simon’s departure from American Idol led to a revamp of the judges with Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler joining Randy Jackson on the panel, and he claims he isn’t impressed by them.
“It’s not my cup of tea,” he added.
JENNIFER ANISTON SPENDS $450,000 ON PAINTING
JENNIFER Aniston has money to burn!
The sexy actress attended a charity auction in New York on Thursday night, and reportedly spent $450,000 on a single piece to contribute to a total amount of $13,662,000 raised for health and eduction in Haiti, which is still recovering from the natural disasters that hit the Caribbean island last year.
Aniston — who hit up the event with beau Justin Theroux – didn’t make the winning bid herself but “clapped enthusiastically” as Theroux raised his hand. The artwork she won is titled ‘Stranger #44,’ an abstract work of oil, graphite and charcoal on canvas by artist Glenn Ligon.
Co-hosting the auction was Ben Stillerwho also hosted a dinner for his own charity this week, The Stiller Foundation, which saw Aniston and Theroux attend alongside actress Susan Sarandon and music producer Mike Jean.
ShowbizSpy.com recently reported that the couple are keen to start a family together as soon as possible!
“They have talked at length about getting married and starting a family,” an insider said.
“She is anxious for the next phase of her life and feels like this is the time.
“They both want it to happen soon.
“Jen hasn’t felt this way about anyone since ex-husband Brad Pitt.
“They are moving quickly, but they know the feelings they have about [each other] are different from past romances.”
The sexy actress attended a charity auction in New York on Thursday night, and reportedly spent $450,000 on a single piece to contribute to a total amount of $13,662,000 raised for health and eduction in Haiti, which is still recovering from the natural disasters that hit the Caribbean island last year.
Aniston — who hit up the event with beau Justin Theroux – didn’t make the winning bid herself but “clapped enthusiastically” as Theroux raised his hand. The artwork she won is titled ‘Stranger #44,’ an abstract work of oil, graphite and charcoal on canvas by artist Glenn Ligon.
Co-hosting the auction was Ben Stillerwho also hosted a dinner for his own charity this week, The Stiller Foundation, which saw Aniston and Theroux attend alongside actress Susan Sarandon and music producer Mike Jean.
ShowbizSpy.com recently reported that the couple are keen to start a family together as soon as possible!
“They have talked at length about getting married and starting a family,” an insider said.
“She is anxious for the next phase of her life and feels like this is the time.
“They both want it to happen soon.
“Jen hasn’t felt this way about anyone since ex-husband Brad Pitt.
“They are moving quickly, but they know the feelings they have about [each other] are different from past romances.”
CARRIE UNDERWOOD IN NO RUSH FOR KIDS
CARRIE Underwood is still in no rush to start a family.
The American Idol alum — who’s married to hockey hunk Mike Fisher – says she isn’t planning to become a mom just yet.
“I’m good on the kid front right now,” she said.
“Mike and I are both so busy. We want to do what’s best for us and our future children. Anytime within the next few years would just be bad.”
Carrie was then asked how many children she’d like in the future.
“I say two but he grew up in a family of four,” Underwood said. “I just don’t know if I can do that. I would probably want to pull my hair out.”
The American Idol alum — who’s married to hockey hunk Mike Fisher – says she isn’t planning to become a mom just yet.
“I’m good on the kid front right now,” she said.
“Mike and I are both so busy. We want to do what’s best for us and our future children. Anytime within the next few years would just be bad.”
Carrie was then asked how many children she’d like in the future.
“I say two but he grew up in a family of four,” Underwood said. “I just don’t know if I can do that. I would probably want to pull my hair out.”
BRAD PITT AND ANGELINA JOLIE DIDN’T WANT PAPS TO PROFIT
BRAD Pitt has revealed he and partnerAngelina Jolie sold the first photographs of their baby twins to a news outlet to ensure the paparazzi didn’t profit from snaps of the newborns.
The Hollywood couple welcomed Vivienne and Knox in 2008, and subsequently sold the rights to the first photos of the babies for a reported $14 million.
Pitt admits the couple simply wanted to remain in control of the way their newborns were introduced to the public.
“It’s a very strange thing to be selling photos of something that’s very intimate and personal,” he said. “And those of which you want to protect.
“We have to plan an escape every day just to get out of the house — kind of a Mission Impossible with decoys, and that’s the life we live in, and that’s the one we asked for.
“But we knew there was a bounty on our head… and we know the lengths they (the paparazzi) go to to get that shot. So we figured, ‘Let’s cut it off in the beginning,’ and instead of that money going to people I do not respect, we would make some good out of it.”
Pitt recently admitted his kids are keen for their parents to tie the knot.
“The kids are putting on the heat. They really are,” he said.
The Hollywood couple welcomed Vivienne and Knox in 2008, and subsequently sold the rights to the first photos of the babies for a reported $14 million.
Pitt admits the couple simply wanted to remain in control of the way their newborns were introduced to the public.
“It’s a very strange thing to be selling photos of something that’s very intimate and personal,” he said. “And those of which you want to protect.
“We have to plan an escape every day just to get out of the house — kind of a Mission Impossible with decoys, and that’s the life we live in, and that’s the one we asked for.
“But we knew there was a bounty on our head… and we know the lengths they (the paparazzi) go to to get that shot. So we figured, ‘Let’s cut it off in the beginning,’ and instead of that money going to people I do not respect, we would make some good out of it.”
Pitt recently admitted his kids are keen for their parents to tie the knot.
“The kids are putting on the heat. They really are,” he said.
HUGH LAURIE BORED OF HOUSE
HUGH Laurie is going a little crazy from being in House for so long.
The 52-year-old actor has become a huge star through playing unlikely sex symbol Dr Gregory House in the US medical drama — but after seven years in the role, he’s eying an exit.
“It is strange to be playing this one role for this long,” admits Hugh.
“Actors become actors in order to do precisely the opposite and just keep changing things so I am looking forward to the day that comes.”
Hugh revealed in May that he thinks his run on the show will soon come to an end after shooting on the eighth season concludes this summer.
“The end of that season, right now looks like the end of the show,” he said. “Well, that’s as far as they’ve got me for.”
The 52-year-old actor has become a huge star through playing unlikely sex symbol Dr Gregory House in the US medical drama — but after seven years in the role, he’s eying an exit.
“It is strange to be playing this one role for this long,” admits Hugh.
“Actors become actors in order to do precisely the opposite and just keep changing things so I am looking forward to the day that comes.”
Hugh revealed in May that he thinks his run on the show will soon come to an end after shooting on the eighth season concludes this summer.
“The end of that season, right now looks like the end of the show,” he said. “Well, that’s as far as they’ve got me for.”
ALICE COOPER: ‘WIFE GOT ME OFF BOOZE’
ALICE Cooper has his wife and a stunning line up of dead rock gods to thank for his seemingly everlasting success.
Alice is currently celebrating 30 years of clean living with another world tour and says he remains grateful to be alive while so many of his old pals are not.
“Almost everyone in that wild club I used to be a part of is dead; Jimi Hendrix,Jim Morrison, Keith Moon,” says Alice, 63.
“I saw what happened to them and thought, ‘I better stop waking up in the morning coughing up blood.’
“Before that I drank but I was never drunk — I was just buzzing. I never missed a show or messed up a line in a movie but I was drinking all the time. When my wife realized how ill I was she took me straight to the hospital and now it’s been 30 years without a drink so I was lucky.”
Alice is currently celebrating 30 years of clean living with another world tour and says he remains grateful to be alive while so many of his old pals are not.
“Almost everyone in that wild club I used to be a part of is dead; Jimi Hendrix,Jim Morrison, Keith Moon,” says Alice, 63.
“I saw what happened to them and thought, ‘I better stop waking up in the morning coughing up blood.’
“Before that I drank but I was never drunk — I was just buzzing. I never missed a show or messed up a line in a movie but I was drinking all the time. When my wife realized how ill I was she took me straight to the hospital and now it’s been 30 years without a drink so I was lucky.”
TAYLOR LAUTNER EMOTIONAL ABOUT TWILIGHT END
TAYLOR Lautner is feeling more than a little emotional about the end ofTwilight.
The movie hunk has completed his scenes as werewolf Jacob Black and only has to promote the final two movies but he’s already missing his Twilightpals.
“It is emotional,” says Taylor.
“After playing these characters for so long, it’s such a weird feeling. It’s so hard to soak it in that it’s done. We’ll be promoting the movies for the next year-and-a-half but just the fact that we won’t be going back to live those characters anymore is a weird and emotional feeling.”
Lautner recently admitted he is a “terrible, terrible, terrible,” singer.
“That is one thing that my fans would probably not support,” he said. “If I ever start singing in a movie, they’ll be like, ‘Alright, I’m done.’ I’m terrible, terrible, terrible!”
Although he was in a hip-hop group earlier in his teens, Taylor is also ruling out any parts that require him to dance too.
“I would attempt hip hop dancing,” he added. “I was miserable at it. I would mainly use my martial arts skills. And then, occasionally, and when I had to, I would do a dance move.”
The movie hunk has completed his scenes as werewolf Jacob Black and only has to promote the final two movies but he’s already missing his Twilightpals.
“It is emotional,” says Taylor.
“After playing these characters for so long, it’s such a weird feeling. It’s so hard to soak it in that it’s done. We’ll be promoting the movies for the next year-and-a-half but just the fact that we won’t be going back to live those characters anymore is a weird and emotional feeling.”
Lautner recently admitted he is a “terrible, terrible, terrible,” singer.
“That is one thing that my fans would probably not support,” he said. “If I ever start singing in a movie, they’ll be like, ‘Alright, I’m done.’ I’m terrible, terrible, terrible!”
Although he was in a hip-hop group earlier in his teens, Taylor is also ruling out any parts that require him to dance too.
“I would attempt hip hop dancing,” he added. “I was miserable at it. I would mainly use my martial arts skills. And then, occasionally, and when I had to, I would do a dance move.”
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE DOESN’T WORRY ABOUT DEATH
JUSTIN Timberlake has a sunny outlook on life — even when it comes to death.
The singer and actor admits he struggles to see the downside in even the most bleak topics and laughs his way through hard times.
“I find everything funny,” says Justin, 30.
“I can’t honestly say there’s not a thing in the world I wouldn’t laugh about. It’s important to laugh.”
On the subject of death and aging, he adds, “What’s the use in worrying about if it’s going to happen? I mean it’s just a part of our bodies. Our bodies have a time span and then it ends. I mean it’s real. I don’t think it’s depressing. I think it’s beautiful in a way.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
The singer and actor admits he struggles to see the downside in even the most bleak topics and laughs his way through hard times.
“I find everything funny,” says Justin, 30.
“I can’t honestly say there’s not a thing in the world I wouldn’t laugh about. It’s important to laugh.”
On the subject of death and aging, he adds, “What’s the use in worrying about if it’s going to happen? I mean it’s just a part of our bodies. Our bodies have a time span and then it ends. I mean it’s real. I don’t think it’s depressing. I think it’s beautiful in a way.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
ASHTON KUTCHER BUYS BEER FOR COWORKERS
ASHTON Kutcher sure knows how to win over his coworkers!
The No Strings Attached star admits he was worried about replacing Charlie Sheen on the hit show Two and a Half Men and made sure he went into his first day at work prepared.
“I brought beer and gave everybody a beer and everybody liked me all of a sudden,” says Ashton.
“But there is one guy, I won’t mention his name, who every day gives me a bit of the snot. I don’t know what the deal is with him and he doesn’t know that I know, but whatever he and Charlie had I don’t have it!”
Kutcher — who’s married to actressDemi Moore — recently admitted he doesn’t like the beard he had to grow for his role on Men.
“Demi doesn’t seem to have a problem with it. I think she likes the beard,” he said.
“On the show it works but out in the real world I can be kind of scruffy anyway so the beard is a problem. People are starting to throw change at me! They’re like, ‘Go and buy and sandwich.’”
The No Strings Attached star admits he was worried about replacing Charlie Sheen on the hit show Two and a Half Men and made sure he went into his first day at work prepared.
“I brought beer and gave everybody a beer and everybody liked me all of a sudden,” says Ashton.
“But there is one guy, I won’t mention his name, who every day gives me a bit of the snot. I don’t know what the deal is with him and he doesn’t know that I know, but whatever he and Charlie had I don’t have it!”
Kutcher — who’s married to actressDemi Moore — recently admitted he doesn’t like the beard he had to grow for his role on Men.
“Demi doesn’t seem to have a problem with it. I think she likes the beard,” he said.
“On the show it works but out in the real world I can be kind of scruffy anyway so the beard is a problem. People are starting to throw change at me! They’re like, ‘Go and buy and sandwich.’”
MADONNA SENDS DAUGHTER TO DO HER DIRTY WORK
MADONNA let her daughter pick the backing dancers for her tour.
The Hung Up hitmaker asked 15-year-old Lourdes to select the performers to go on the road with her in a talent show style contest at London’s Pineapple Dance Studios, but upset some professionals who believed the 53-year-old singer would be judging.
“A lot of dancers were upset Madonna wasn’t involved at the audition stage. But she knows Lourdes is more than capable of picking from the heats,” a source said.
“Lourdes does routines every day in her mother’s studios as well as taking classes. She can now do jazz, hip-hop, popping, contemporary and even tap. That’s why she is qualified to judge who would be the best back-up dancers for her mum.”
The performers created a one minute video of themselves dancing to Madonna’s hit ‘Celebration’ and Lourdes will pick the best before her mother — who is currently recording new material due out for early 2012 — selects the final few who will join her.
Madonna also has three other children, Rocco, 11, Mercy, six, and five-year-old David.
The Hung Up hitmaker asked 15-year-old Lourdes to select the performers to go on the road with her in a talent show style contest at London’s Pineapple Dance Studios, but upset some professionals who believed the 53-year-old singer would be judging.
“A lot of dancers were upset Madonna wasn’t involved at the audition stage. But she knows Lourdes is more than capable of picking from the heats,” a source said.
“Lourdes does routines every day in her mother’s studios as well as taking classes. She can now do jazz, hip-hop, popping, contemporary and even tap. That’s why she is qualified to judge who would be the best back-up dancers for her mum.”
The performers created a one minute video of themselves dancing to Madonna’s hit ‘Celebration’ and Lourdes will pick the best before her mother — who is currently recording new material due out for early 2012 — selects the final few who will join her.
Madonna also has three other children, Rocco, 11, Mercy, six, and five-year-old David.
CHARLIE SHEEN PRAISES ASHTON KUTCHER’S TWO AND A HALF MEN DEBUT
CHARLIE Sheen thought Ashton Kutcher was “terrific” on his Two and a Half Men debut.
The 46-year-old actor — who was replaced by the 33-year-old star after he was sacked from the show earlier this year following erratic behavior — found it “bizarre” watching the program after spending seven years on it, but he was “really impressed”.
“It was a big night for everybody on Monday night — for Two and a Half, for us, for me.
“I think everybody won. I thought the show was really good. I thought [Ashton] was terrific.
“It was a little bizarre watching it, but yeah, for the most part I was really impressed with what they did.”
Charlie expects Two and a Half Men to be a success without him and admitted it felt like watching a completely new show.
Singling out his former costar Jon Cryer – who plays Alan Harper — he added, “Jon is Jon. He’s a freaking genius. I think [the show has] got a real shot. It felt like a pilot. It felt like a really good pilot.”
The first episode of the series — which attracted around 27.8 million viewers — began with Charlie’s alter-ego’s funeral after his character was killed by a subway train in Paris — and it is not going to be the first time this year the 46-year-old star will see his own memorial service played out onscreen.
“That’s got to be the highest attended funeral of all time. And it’s interesting because I’m doing [a] film with Roman Coppola and there is a funeral scene in that. So I’m a guy that’s gonna have to survive my own funeral twice in the same year!” he said.
“That’s how I roll, right? No, it’s exciting, you know, it’s fun, it’s fake.”
The 46-year-old actor — who was replaced by the 33-year-old star after he was sacked from the show earlier this year following erratic behavior — found it “bizarre” watching the program after spending seven years on it, but he was “really impressed”.
“It was a big night for everybody on Monday night — for Two and a Half, for us, for me.
“I think everybody won. I thought the show was really good. I thought [Ashton] was terrific.
“It was a little bizarre watching it, but yeah, for the most part I was really impressed with what they did.”
Charlie expects Two and a Half Men to be a success without him and admitted it felt like watching a completely new show.
Singling out his former costar Jon Cryer – who plays Alan Harper — he added, “Jon is Jon. He’s a freaking genius. I think [the show has] got a real shot. It felt like a pilot. It felt like a really good pilot.”
The first episode of the series — which attracted around 27.8 million viewers — began with Charlie’s alter-ego’s funeral after his character was killed by a subway train in Paris — and it is not going to be the first time this year the 46-year-old star will see his own memorial service played out onscreen.
“That’s got to be the highest attended funeral of all time. And it’s interesting because I’m doing [a] film with Roman Coppola and there is a funeral scene in that. So I’m a guy that’s gonna have to survive my own funeral twice in the same year!” he said.
“That’s how I roll, right? No, it’s exciting, you know, it’s fun, it’s fake.”
HELEN MIRREN DIDN’T HAVE THE URGE TO PROCREATE
DAME Helen Mirren tried to “convince” herself to have children.
The 66-year-old actress — who is married to director Taylor Hackford — insists she doesn’t regret never having a family as she has never felt maternal urges, though she admits in the past she tried hard to change her mind.
“It’s not that I don’t love children, they are funny and I just love them, but I never wanted to have them, I really tried to want it at one point. I thought maybe I should. But I never convinced myself,” she said.
The Debt star believes her decision not to have children is beneficial to the world, as she believes it is overpopulated.
“I think some men and women just don’t have a deep urge to procreate,” she added.
“I think still it is very fine not to want children. There are far too many people in the world. It’s my contribution to ecology.”
Another reason why Helen did not want children is her “sense of adventure”, as she hates being tied down to one place for too long.
“I still have a Gypsy sense of adventure. I don’t think I have slept in the same bed for more than three or four months my whole life,” she said.
“I am always planting vegetables that I never get to eat and flowers tat I never get to see flower. I have always moved around the world.”
The 66-year-old actress — who is married to director Taylor Hackford — insists she doesn’t regret never having a family as she has never felt maternal urges, though she admits in the past she tried hard to change her mind.
“It’s not that I don’t love children, they are funny and I just love them, but I never wanted to have them, I really tried to want it at one point. I thought maybe I should. But I never convinced myself,” she said.
The Debt star believes her decision not to have children is beneficial to the world, as she believes it is overpopulated.
“I think some men and women just don’t have a deep urge to procreate,” she added.
“I think still it is very fine not to want children. There are far too many people in the world. It’s my contribution to ecology.”
Another reason why Helen did not want children is her “sense of adventure”, as she hates being tied down to one place for too long.
“I still have a Gypsy sense of adventure. I don’t think I have slept in the same bed for more than three or four months my whole life,” she said.
“I am always planting vegetables that I never get to eat and flowers tat I never get to see flower. I have always moved around the world.”
KIRSTEN DUNST LIKES NEGATIVE REVIEWS
KIRSTEN Dunst likes getting bad reviews.
The 29-year-old actress insists she doesn’t mind if she receives negative reactions from critics as she would rather her work be talked about than praised then forgotten.
Asked if she liked the hostile response to her latest movie Melancholia, she said: “Yes, it’s a good sign. It’s better than, ‘That was good’ and move on to the next.
“Even if you don’t like this movie, it’s gonna mess with you somehow or make you really angry.
“What I’ve noticed in myself is when I’ve got really angry with films, there’s sometimes something in me that I didn’t want to see, that I was feeling but didn’t even know it yet.”
At a press conference in Cannes, France, earlier this year, Melancholia director Lars von Trier caused controversy when he joked about being a Nazi and referenced Kirsten’s own battle with depression.
The actress admits she was “embarrassed” by the comments, but says the filmmaker has said sorry for his conduct and she would work with him again.
“I was very embarrassed. You can’t joke about something like that,” she said.
“Yes he said sorry … in his way. Would I work with him again? Yes.”
The 29-year-old actress insists she doesn’t mind if she receives negative reactions from critics as she would rather her work be talked about than praised then forgotten.
Asked if she liked the hostile response to her latest movie Melancholia, she said: “Yes, it’s a good sign. It’s better than, ‘That was good’ and move on to the next.
“Even if you don’t like this movie, it’s gonna mess with you somehow or make you really angry.
“What I’ve noticed in myself is when I’ve got really angry with films, there’s sometimes something in me that I didn’t want to see, that I was feeling but didn’t even know it yet.”
At a press conference in Cannes, France, earlier this year, Melancholia director Lars von Trier caused controversy when he joked about being a Nazi and referenced Kirsten’s own battle with depression.
The actress admits she was “embarrassed” by the comments, but says the filmmaker has said sorry for his conduct and she would work with him again.
“I was very embarrassed. You can’t joke about something like that,” she said.
“Yes he said sorry … in his way. Would I work with him again? Yes.”
BARACK OBAMA WORRIED ABOUT POLICE FILE!
PRESIDENT Barack Obama is worried sick!
Sources say the President is is panicking over a secret police file loaded with evidence proving that his birth certificate is fake.
“The file is in the hands of two police departments and it’s driving the fearful President to drink,” a source told America’s Globe magazine.
Sources say the President is is panicking over a secret police file loaded with evidence proving that his birth certificate is fake.
“The file is in the hands of two police departments and it’s driving the fearful President to drink,” a source told America’s Globe magazine.
SARAH PALIN’S CAREER IS OVER!
SARAH Palin‘s political career is over!
Sarah — whose husband Todd Palinplans to file — has been advised to forget a White House run, according to American tabloid the National Enquirer.
“Sarah Palin has been destroyed byJoe McGinniss’ no-holds-barred biography,” a source said.
“As a result, she’s been told by her advisers that it would be political suicide to announce a White House candidacy. The press and her opponents would have a field day digging into the dirty details of her background.”
Todd was “completely embarrassed” by the book’s disclosure that Sarah hooked up with NBA great Glen Rice in 1987, said another source.
“The hookup has become a crude joke on late-night TV,” said the source. “Todd’s been made a laughing stock.”
Sarah — whose husband Todd Palinplans to file — has been advised to forget a White House run, according to American tabloid the National Enquirer.
“Sarah Palin has been destroyed byJoe McGinniss’ no-holds-barred biography,” a source said.
“As a result, she’s been told by her advisers that it would be political suicide to announce a White House candidacy. The press and her opponents would have a field day digging into the dirty details of her background.”
Todd was “completely embarrassed” by the book’s disclosure that Sarah hooked up with NBA great Glen Rice in 1987, said another source.
“The hookup has become a crude joke on late-night TV,” said the source. “Todd’s been made a laughing stock.”
ANA ORTIZ WELCOMES A SON
ANA Ortiz is a mother again!
The former Ugly Betty star and her husband Noah Lebenzon welcomed a son Saturday and named him Rafael.
The baby weighed in at 7 lbs., 7 oz. and measured 20 inches long, but his parents have not yet decided on a middle name.
Early in the pregnancy, Ortiz revealed she and Lebenzon were having trouble agreeing on a name.
“It has to be Spanish, but something non-speakers can pronounce without mauling,” she said.
Ortiz, 40, and Lebenzon are already parents to daughter Paloma Louise, 2.
The former Ugly Betty star and her husband Noah Lebenzon welcomed a son Saturday and named him Rafael.
The baby weighed in at 7 lbs., 7 oz. and measured 20 inches long, but his parents have not yet decided on a middle name.
Early in the pregnancy, Ortiz revealed she and Lebenzon were having trouble agreeing on a name.
“It has to be Spanish, but something non-speakers can pronounce without mauling,” she said.
Ortiz, 40, and Lebenzon are already parents to daughter Paloma Louise, 2.
JENNIFER GARNER DOESN’T WANT A SON
JENNIFER Garner doesn’t want to have as son.
The actress — who was raised with two sisters and raises two daughters with husband Ben Affleck — told Ellen DeGeneres that she’d prefer to have another girl.
“Three girls is a great way to grow up,” she said.
“I’m one of three girls and my little sister is awesome.
“It would be so weird to have a boy. But it would be fun for Ben to have a boy because he likes baseball and all that stuff.”
The actress — who was raised with two sisters and raises two daughters with husband Ben Affleck — told Ellen DeGeneres that she’d prefer to have another girl.
“Three girls is a great way to grow up,” she said.
“I’m one of three girls and my little sister is awesome.
“It would be so weird to have a boy. But it would be fun for Ben to have a boy because he likes baseball and all that stuff.”
BRITNEY SPEARS: ‘I HAVE NOTHING TO PROVE’
BRITNEY Spears doesn’t have “anything to prove”.
The Hold it Against Me hitmaker kicked of the European leg of her tour promoting seventh album, Femme Fatale in St Petersburg, Russia, earlier this week and after selling over 70 million albums in her career so far, she doesn’t feel pressure to do anything more than have “fun” on stage.
“I don’t really have anything to prove at this point. I just do it for fun and see what happens,” she said.
“I have a good group of people around me. We have the show at a certain time every night. And we just try to stay consistent on having a routine and staying fit and healthy.”
Britney also promised the stage show for the Femme Fatale Tour is as lively as ever.
“The show is really fun for me, it’s one of the most entertaining shows that I’ve ever done. There are six or seven costume changes, the dancers are just on fire and it’s a lot of fun. It’s a fun show,” she added.
“I hear the older you get, the wiser you get and the more you know what you want. Hopefully it’ll be a good year.”
The Hold it Against Me hitmaker kicked of the European leg of her tour promoting seventh album, Femme Fatale in St Petersburg, Russia, earlier this week and after selling over 70 million albums in her career so far, she doesn’t feel pressure to do anything more than have “fun” on stage.
“I don’t really have anything to prove at this point. I just do it for fun and see what happens,” she said.
“I have a good group of people around me. We have the show at a certain time every night. And we just try to stay consistent on having a routine and staying fit and healthy.”
Britney also promised the stage show for the Femme Fatale Tour is as lively as ever.
“The show is really fun for me, it’s one of the most entertaining shows that I’ve ever done. There are six or seven costume changes, the dancers are just on fire and it’s a lot of fun. It’s a fun show,” she added.
“I hear the older you get, the wiser you get and the more you know what you want. Hopefully it’ll be a good year.”
TAYLOR LAUTNER CAN’T SING!
TAYLOR Lautner is a “terrible, terrible, terrible,” singer.
The 19–year-old actor has his first starring role away from the Twilightfranchise in action movie Abduction, and as he plans his future career he is keen to avoid anything requiring him to showcase his vocal talents.
“That is one thing that my fans would probably not support,” he said. “If I ever start singing in a movie, they’ll be like, ‘Alright, I’m done.’ I’m terrible, terrible, terrible!”
Although he was in a hip-hop group earlier in his teens, Taylor is also ruling out any parts that require him to dance too.
“I would attempt hip hop dancing,” he added. “I was miserable at it. I would mainly use my martial arts skills. And then, occasionally, and when I had to, I would do a dance move.”
However, when Taylor got the all action script for Abduction — in which he plays a boy who finds out the people who raised him aren’t his parents and he is being hunted by a team of professional killers — he knew it was perfect for him.
“I had really liked the premise of Abduction when they first pitched it to me and when I finally had a script, I sat down to read it and I couldn’t stop turning the pages. I knew at that moment it had to be my next project,” he said.
The 19–year-old actor has his first starring role away from the Twilightfranchise in action movie Abduction, and as he plans his future career he is keen to avoid anything requiring him to showcase his vocal talents.
“That is one thing that my fans would probably not support,” he said. “If I ever start singing in a movie, they’ll be like, ‘Alright, I’m done.’ I’m terrible, terrible, terrible!”
Although he was in a hip-hop group earlier in his teens, Taylor is also ruling out any parts that require him to dance too.
“I would attempt hip hop dancing,” he added. “I was miserable at it. I would mainly use my martial arts skills. And then, occasionally, and when I had to, I would do a dance move.”
However, when Taylor got the all action script for Abduction — in which he plays a boy who finds out the people who raised him aren’t his parents and he is being hunted by a team of professional killers — he knew it was perfect for him.
“I had really liked the premise of Abduction when they first pitched it to me and when I finally had a script, I sat down to read it and I couldn’t stop turning the pages. I knew at that moment it had to be my next project,” he said.
BRITNEY SPEARS AND BOYFRIEND DRESS UP AS SUPERHEROES
BRITNEY Spears and her boyfriend dress up as superheroes.
The 29-year-old singer — who is dating her former agent Jason Trawick — threw a party for her youngest son Jayden’s fifth birthday this week, and while the young guests dressed up as their favorite comic book stars, she resisted the outfits, though she admits she is happy to wear a costume in private.
Britney — who as well as Jayden also has six-year-old Sean Preston with ex-husband Kevin Federline — said, “We’ve just had a huge birthday party for him yesterday! It was Spiderman and Batman [themed], he’s obsessed, so obsessed!! We have four Spiderman costumes, so all the kids at the party had on costumes!
“Oh, I didn’t dress up at all! Nooo actually me and … I was going to say my husband … my boyfriend we do that every once in a while! We’re such Goubs! I’m so embarrassed!”
Although she enjoys dressing up with Jason, Britney insists she is actually a very boring person.
“I’m really kind of boring. I love my home and love my routine! I like my computer … we’re American so we like that!” she added.
The Hold It Against Me hitmaker turns 30 in December and she admits she is starting to feel old.
“Oh my god it’s crazy! I’m getting old!” she said.
The 29-year-old singer — who is dating her former agent Jason Trawick — threw a party for her youngest son Jayden’s fifth birthday this week, and while the young guests dressed up as their favorite comic book stars, she resisted the outfits, though she admits she is happy to wear a costume in private.
Britney — who as well as Jayden also has six-year-old Sean Preston with ex-husband Kevin Federline — said, “We’ve just had a huge birthday party for him yesterday! It was Spiderman and Batman [themed], he’s obsessed, so obsessed!! We have four Spiderman costumes, so all the kids at the party had on costumes!
“Oh, I didn’t dress up at all! Nooo actually me and … I was going to say my husband … my boyfriend we do that every once in a while! We’re such Goubs! I’m so embarrassed!”
Although she enjoys dressing up with Jason, Britney insists she is actually a very boring person.
“I’m really kind of boring. I love my home and love my routine! I like my computer … we’re American so we like that!” she added.
The Hold It Against Me hitmaker turns 30 in December and she admits she is starting to feel old.
“Oh my god it’s crazy! I’m getting old!” she said.
MELISSA ETHERIDGE AT WAR WITH EX-WIFE
MELISSA Etheridge is still at war with former wife Tammy.
According to TMZ, the former couple — whose 9-year relationship produced two kids — are heading to court over a number of issues — including child custody, visitation, spousal support, child custody, division of property and attorney’s fees.
Sources say Melissa and Tammy are even arguing over whether they were actually married. Tammy says they were (which would entitle her to all sorts of financial goodies) while Melissa says their vows were nothing more than a non-binding commitment ceremony.
According to TMZ, the former couple — whose 9-year relationship produced two kids — are heading to court over a number of issues — including child custody, visitation, spousal support, child custody, division of property and attorney’s fees.
Sources say Melissa and Tammy are even arguing over whether they were actually married. Tammy says they were (which would entitle her to all sorts of financial goodies) while Melissa says their vows were nothing more than a non-binding commitment ceremony.
ELTON JOHN MAKING FILM ABOUT HIS LIFE
ROCKER Elton John is to make a film about his flamboyant life.
The Rocket Man singer — who was recently named the world’s top-paid male pop star and partner David Furnish will produce the flick through their Rocket Pictures firm.
They’ve hired playwright Lee Hall to write a script.
The film — Rocketman — will be produced by David alongside Steve Hamilton Shaw, while Elton will be the executive producer.
“Rocketman will be a radically different kind of biopic,” said Steve.
“It will be as unique as Elton’s life, told in a non-linear and hyper-visual manner that will transport people through the many intense experiences, some wonderful, some not, that helped define Elton as an artist, musician and man.”
A director or actor to play the rocker are yet to be found.
The Rocket Man singer — who was recently named the world’s top-paid male pop star and partner David Furnish will produce the flick through their Rocket Pictures firm.
They’ve hired playwright Lee Hall to write a script.
The film — Rocketman — will be produced by David alongside Steve Hamilton Shaw, while Elton will be the executive producer.
“Rocketman will be a radically different kind of biopic,” said Steve.
“It will be as unique as Elton’s life, told in a non-linear and hyper-visual manner that will transport people through the many intense experiences, some wonderful, some not, that helped define Elton as an artist, musician and man.”
A director or actor to play the rocker are yet to be found.
BRAD PITT STILL ANNOYING JENNIFER ANISTON
BRAD Pitt is still in Jennifer Aniston‘s bad books.
The Moneyball star has been using recent interviews to play down any suggestion that he was “bored” during his years with Jen and insisting the pair remain good friends.
“All the talk has not gone down well with Jen,” reveals a source close to the actress. “She feels like she’s been made to look a sad case and she’s asked Brad to stop apologizing.
“She had no issue with his original comment and while it sweet that he’s defending her honor, she feels thoroughly embarrassed about it.”
Sources recently revealed how Jen was annoyed by Pitt’s comments.
“She was annoyed,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She thought it was rude and inappropriate.”
“Her team went ballistic. They got his team involved and Brad was read the riot act — the only way you can read the riot act to Brad Pitt.
“No one believes his words were taken out of context — he said what he said. I do hear that he’s remorseful.
“We think he’s jealous she’s in love.”
The Moneyball star has been using recent interviews to play down any suggestion that he was “bored” during his years with Jen and insisting the pair remain good friends.
“All the talk has not gone down well with Jen,” reveals a source close to the actress. “She feels like she’s been made to look a sad case and she’s asked Brad to stop apologizing.
“She had no issue with his original comment and while it sweet that he’s defending her honor, she feels thoroughly embarrassed about it.”
Sources recently revealed how Jen was annoyed by Pitt’s comments.
“She was annoyed,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She thought it was rude and inappropriate.”
“Her team went ballistic. They got his team involved and Brad was read the riot act — the only way you can read the riot act to Brad Pitt.
“No one believes his words were taken out of context — he said what he said. I do hear that he’s remorseful.
“We think he’s jealous she’s in love.”
JASON STATHAM PUSHED HIMSELF TO THE LIMIT FOR MOVIE
HOLLYWOOD hardman Jason Statham has told how he pushed himself to the limit for new action movieKiller Elite.
The super-fit Expendables star says he put his own personal safety on the line for the thriller in which he stars with fellow Brit Clive Owen.
“I worked extremely hard,” says Jason. “It was much more than I have ever done. I did 12 days straight filming. I was pushing myself a lot. Some of the stunts were much more dangerous than usual but luckily I got through it without any mishaps or injuries.”
Jason recently revealed he is so taken by new costar Jennifer Lopez that he quite fancies joining her on her next stint as a TV talent show judge .
“She’s so good. She’s absolutely amazing,” says Jason who is currently shooting new movie Parker with the single again J-Lo.
“It’s thrilling working with her. I’m hoping it all goes so well that she invites me onAmerican Idol!”
The super-fit Expendables star says he put his own personal safety on the line for the thriller in which he stars with fellow Brit Clive Owen.
“I worked extremely hard,” says Jason. “It was much more than I have ever done. I did 12 days straight filming. I was pushing myself a lot. Some of the stunts were much more dangerous than usual but luckily I got through it without any mishaps or injuries.”
Jason recently revealed he is so taken by new costar Jennifer Lopez that he quite fancies joining her on her next stint as a TV talent show judge .
“She’s so good. She’s absolutely amazing,” says Jason who is currently shooting new movie Parker with the single again J-Lo.
“It’s thrilling working with her. I’m hoping it all goes so well that she invites me onAmerican Idol!”
JAY-Z IS NEST BUILDING
RAPPER Jay-Z is turning into a big softie — and it’s all thanks to his upcoming arrival.
The music mogul husband of pregnantBeyonce Knowles is said to have become rather carried away with starting a family and is even penning rap nursery rhymes ready for his little boy or girl.
“Jay is going to be an amazing father,” says a source close to the couple.
“He’s doing more nest building than Beyonce. The baby will want for nothing and Jay has even been inspired musically. He’s actually thinking of recording an album of contemporary rap nursery rhymes.”
Recent reports revealed Jay has been doting on his wife.
“Jay has been cooking for her — something he used to do all the time,” a source said.
“He’s a really good cook. Last week she came home and he had cooked up fried catfish, her all-time favorite. And there was her favorite pasta dish the week before. He’s really pulling out all the stops for her. It’s very sweet.
“He comes home with roses almost every night.
“He’s been running her warm baths and offering her nightly back rubs.”
The music mogul husband of pregnantBeyonce Knowles is said to have become rather carried away with starting a family and is even penning rap nursery rhymes ready for his little boy or girl.
“Jay is going to be an amazing father,” says a source close to the couple.
“He’s doing more nest building than Beyonce. The baby will want for nothing and Jay has even been inspired musically. He’s actually thinking of recording an album of contemporary rap nursery rhymes.”
Recent reports revealed Jay has been doting on his wife.
“Jay has been cooking for her — something he used to do all the time,” a source said.
“He’s a really good cook. Last week she came home and he had cooked up fried catfish, her all-time favorite. And there was her favorite pasta dish the week before. He’s really pulling out all the stops for her. It’s very sweet.
“He comes home with roses almost every night.
“He’s been running her warm baths and offering her nightly back rubs.”
CAMILLE GRAMMER SELLING COLORADO MANSION
CAMILLE Grammer is downsizing.
The reality TV star — who recently divorced husband Kelsey Grammer — has put her sprawling Beaver Creek, Colorado, mansion on the market for $7.9 million, Trulia Luxe Living reports.
The plush pad – which was featured on two recent episodes of the Bravo hit The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills — features a spacious great room, two master suites, a family/rec room, a circular stair tower and nannies quarters.
“I helped design this home with Eddy Doumas and Dana Hugo, the creative geniuses at Worth Interiors,” Camille blogged September 15. “We wanted to play off the natural and rustic materials of the house, so we chose to blend together a combination of warm contemporary and rustic furnishings.”
The property also boasts pine floors reclaimed from the Sears Tower in Chicago, stone fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, an in-ground hot tub, a wine cellar and tasting room, and an expansive deck with mountain views.
“Every time I return to visit this house my mind is flooded with the joyful memories of my children [Mason, 9, and Jude, 7],” Camille blogged. “This home was a place for family fun and togetherness. I will always treasure the memories of these family outings.”
The reality TV star — who recently divorced husband Kelsey Grammer — has put her sprawling Beaver Creek, Colorado, mansion on the market for $7.9 million, Trulia Luxe Living reports.
The plush pad – which was featured on two recent episodes of the Bravo hit The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills — features a spacious great room, two master suites, a family/rec room, a circular stair tower and nannies quarters.
“I helped design this home with Eddy Doumas and Dana Hugo, the creative geniuses at Worth Interiors,” Camille blogged September 15. “We wanted to play off the natural and rustic materials of the house, so we chose to blend together a combination of warm contemporary and rustic furnishings.”
The property also boasts pine floors reclaimed from the Sears Tower in Chicago, stone fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, an in-ground hot tub, a wine cellar and tasting room, and an expansive deck with mountain views.
“Every time I return to visit this house my mind is flooded with the joyful memories of my children [Mason, 9, and Jude, 7],” Camille blogged. “This home was a place for family fun and togetherness. I will always treasure the memories of these family outings.”
KENDRA WILKINSON NOT READY FOR MORE KIDS!
KENDRA Wilkinson isn’t ready to have another child.
The reality star, 26, raises son Hank Baskett, Jr., 2½, with husband Hank Baskett and admits she wants to “hold off for a little bit longer” when it comes to extending her brood.
“Hank actually talks about having another baby a lot more than I even think about having another baby,” she said.
“I don’t know when that’s coming. Whenever I feel it’s time, then it’s time.
“I think we’ll hold off for a bit. We’re very happy, and when the second baby comes, we’ll be more planned.
“The difference will be that we have a home now. Before, we were bouncing around the United States, so it was really difficult to feel at home and to feel rested and everything. I think the second time around will be much better.
“I got through the hard times, and Hank and I have really grown from this.
“Baby Hank has very happy parents right now because we have great balance in our lives. We love family. Our number one priority is family.
“If everything fails and we have our family, then we have our family.”
The reality star, 26, raises son Hank Baskett, Jr., 2½, with husband Hank Baskett and admits she wants to “hold off for a little bit longer” when it comes to extending her brood.
“Hank actually talks about having another baby a lot more than I even think about having another baby,” she said.
“I don’t know when that’s coming. Whenever I feel it’s time, then it’s time.
“I think we’ll hold off for a bit. We’re very happy, and when the second baby comes, we’ll be more planned.
“The difference will be that we have a home now. Before, we were bouncing around the United States, so it was really difficult to feel at home and to feel rested and everything. I think the second time around will be much better.
“I got through the hard times, and Hank and I have really grown from this.
“Baby Hank has very happy parents right now because we have great balance in our lives. We love family. Our number one priority is family.
“If everything fails and we have our family, then we have our family.”
EVA LONGORIA SAD ABOUT DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES
EVA Longoria feels “sad” every day filming Desperate Housewives.
The drama show is set to finish at the end of the ninth series and the actress — who has played Gabrielle Solis since it began — admits everyone on set is constantly “emotional” because they are so upset that the program is coming to an end.
Asked how she will feel at the end of filming, Eva said, “I can’t — you’re going to make me cry already.
“I can’t even think about it. I mean, every episode that we’re shooting now is a little sad, because we’re like, ‘Oh, another scene of all of us in the woods, another scene of all of us playing poker.’ It’s all emotional – every episode is emotional for all of us.”
Eva has many good memories of her stint on the show but she admits the early days of the program were her favorites.
“My favorite moment will always be the pilot, the first episode. And kind of that time, too, because it was such madness,” she said.
“We always have fond memories of that time, and I remember Helen Hunt telling me, ‘There’s nothing like the birth of a hit, so remember every moment … It’s rare, you know, and we kind of hit the lottery, so it’s bittersweet to me to be here and say goodbye.”
The drama show is set to finish at the end of the ninth series and the actress — who has played Gabrielle Solis since it began — admits everyone on set is constantly “emotional” because they are so upset that the program is coming to an end.
Asked how she will feel at the end of filming, Eva said, “I can’t — you’re going to make me cry already.
“I can’t even think about it. I mean, every episode that we’re shooting now is a little sad, because we’re like, ‘Oh, another scene of all of us in the woods, another scene of all of us playing poker.’ It’s all emotional – every episode is emotional for all of us.”
Eva has many good memories of her stint on the show but she admits the early days of the program were her favorites.
“My favorite moment will always be the pilot, the first episode. And kind of that time, too, because it was such madness,” she said.
“We always have fond memories of that time, and I remember Helen Hunt telling me, ‘There’s nothing like the birth of a hit, so remember every moment … It’s rare, you know, and we kind of hit the lottery, so it’s bittersweet to me to be here and say goodbye.”
BRADLEY COOPER: ‘IT’S EASIER TO DATE FAMOUS PEOPLE’
BRADLEY Cooper believes it is “easier” to date a celebrity.
The Hangover 2 actor — who has been romantically linked to Olivia Wilde andJennifer Lopez since splitting fromRenee Zellweger earlier this year — thinks chemistry and connection are key factors in starting a relationship but believes romancing another person in the public eye can be more trouble-free as they understand life in the spotlight.
“Connection and chemistry are amazing things and if the other person is used to being in the media, it makes things easier,” he said.
Even though he is linked to so many famous and beautiful ladies, Bradley recently claimed he is too busy with his career to find the time to date anyone.
“I’m filming The Place Beyond The Pines at the moment with Ryan Gosling in New York, so that’s taking up a lot of my time.
“It’s really exciting, but it doesn’t leave much time for a relationship.”
The Hangover 2 actor — who has been romantically linked to Olivia Wilde andJennifer Lopez since splitting fromRenee Zellweger earlier this year — thinks chemistry and connection are key factors in starting a relationship but believes romancing another person in the public eye can be more trouble-free as they understand life in the spotlight.
“Connection and chemistry are amazing things and if the other person is used to being in the media, it makes things easier,” he said.
Even though he is linked to so many famous and beautiful ladies, Bradley recently claimed he is too busy with his career to find the time to date anyone.
“I’m filming The Place Beyond The Pines at the moment with Ryan Gosling in New York, so that’s taking up a lot of my time.
“It’s really exciting, but it doesn’t leave much time for a relationship.”
KELLY CLARKSON HAS 50 ANIMALS
KELLY Clarkson owns 50 animals.
The Because of You hitmaker admits her home has become like a “rescue ranch” as she is so willing to take in sick and abandoned creatures.
“It’s like a rescue ranch now,” she said.
“We have 30 dogs, 14 horses. We still only have three ponies and four minis, but we have goats now, two pigs we rescued called Miss Daisy and Boss Hog, I gave those to my brother.”
While Kelly loves getting new animals, she insists there are some creatures she wouldn’t take in because they are just too big.
“There are elephant sanctuaries about one mile from where we are — which in Texas isn’t that far because we’re all spread out — and people have asked would I ever take in something that big,” she added.
“And I’m like, ‘No.’ Leave that to the elephant sanctuary. I think there’s a tiger sanctuary in Texas too. We would never have tigers.”
Despite being surrounded by animals, the 29-year-old star is still happy to eat meat, though she insists she wouldn’t sacrifice any of her pets for dinner.
“I eat pork, don’t get me wrong but I’m not going to bake my own! I can’t do this. I can’t maim them then eat them, that’s wrong,” she added.
The Because of You hitmaker admits her home has become like a “rescue ranch” as she is so willing to take in sick and abandoned creatures.
“It’s like a rescue ranch now,” she said.
“We have 30 dogs, 14 horses. We still only have three ponies and four minis, but we have goats now, two pigs we rescued called Miss Daisy and Boss Hog, I gave those to my brother.”
While Kelly loves getting new animals, she insists there are some creatures she wouldn’t take in because they are just too big.
“There are elephant sanctuaries about one mile from where we are — which in Texas isn’t that far because we’re all spread out — and people have asked would I ever take in something that big,” she added.
“And I’m like, ‘No.’ Leave that to the elephant sanctuary. I think there’s a tiger sanctuary in Texas too. We would never have tigers.”
Despite being surrounded by animals, the 29-year-old star is still happy to eat meat, though she insists she wouldn’t sacrifice any of her pets for dinner.
“I eat pork, don’t get me wrong but I’m not going to bake my own! I can’t do this. I can’t maim them then eat them, that’s wrong,” she added.
GEORGE CLOONEY HATED BEING UNEMPLOYED
GEORGE Clooney has the hardship of unemployment “deep” in his “soul”.
The Ides of March march actor spent much of his early career struggling to make ends meet, which is why when he became famous, he decided to put some of the money into a villa in Lake Como, Italy.
“I bought it as an investment. I never liked the stock market — to me it’s Vegas without any of the fun parts, the girls in bikinis,” he said.
“I like owning dirt. You know, I spent a lot of time broke when I moved to California. So deep in my soul is still this idea of being unemployed. To me, owning land means you could sell it at some point and have money.”
The star turned 50 in May and has noticed he has matured on screen, but is hoping he can grow old gracefully.
“I look at myself onscreen and go, ‘I don’t look like I did when I was 40 — I know that’,” he said.
“The people I’ve respected most in the industry over the years – Paul Newman, for instance. I just loved the way he handled growing old onscreen.
“It’s understanding that you’re now basically a character actor.”
George also said the best lessons he’s learned in life are that sometimes you have to “fake it” and be overconfident to get a role, and never be afraid to fail.
The Ides of March march actor spent much of his early career struggling to make ends meet, which is why when he became famous, he decided to put some of the money into a villa in Lake Como, Italy.
“I bought it as an investment. I never liked the stock market — to me it’s Vegas without any of the fun parts, the girls in bikinis,” he said.
“I like owning dirt. You know, I spent a lot of time broke when I moved to California. So deep in my soul is still this idea of being unemployed. To me, owning land means you could sell it at some point and have money.”
The star turned 50 in May and has noticed he has matured on screen, but is hoping he can grow old gracefully.
“I look at myself onscreen and go, ‘I don’t look like I did when I was 40 — I know that’,” he said.
“The people I’ve respected most in the industry over the years – Paul Newman, for instance. I just loved the way he handled growing old onscreen.
“It’s understanding that you’re now basically a character actor.”
George also said the best lessons he’s learned in life are that sometimes you have to “fake it” and be overconfident to get a role, and never be afraid to fail.
BEYONCE KNOWLES EMPOWERED BY PREGNANCY
BEYONCE Knowles feels there is “nothing more empowering” than being pregnant.
The Love On Top singer is carrying her first child with husband Jay-Z and feels it has already made her stronger as a woman.
“It is the most powerful creation for you to be able to have life growing inside of you. There is no bigger gift, nothing more empowering,” she saod.
“You can have goals and dreams and you can grow and be strong and have your strong opinions, and all of these things bring that out in you.”
Beyonce also feels lucky to be surrounded by strong women, in her mother, Tina, and sister, Solange, who has a six year old son, Daniel.
“I have the best examples around me because my sister is the most incredible mother,” she added. “My mother, I am so proud of her. I see her and I could cry every time I think about her because she is such an incredible woman, so I just pray that I have the same bond with my children, child.”
The 30-year-old singer added once her baby is born — despite her busy schedule of touring and performing — they will be inseparable.
“I think of course my life is going to change, and I definitely will make sacrifices, but you know, I think I will be able to bring hopefully my little rider with me,” she added.
The Love On Top singer is carrying her first child with husband Jay-Z and feels it has already made her stronger as a woman.
“It is the most powerful creation for you to be able to have life growing inside of you. There is no bigger gift, nothing more empowering,” she saod.
“You can have goals and dreams and you can grow and be strong and have your strong opinions, and all of these things bring that out in you.”
Beyonce also feels lucky to be surrounded by strong women, in her mother, Tina, and sister, Solange, who has a six year old son, Daniel.
“I have the best examples around me because my sister is the most incredible mother,” she added. “My mother, I am so proud of her. I see her and I could cry every time I think about her because she is such an incredible woman, so I just pray that I have the same bond with my children, child.”
The 30-year-old singer added once her baby is born — despite her busy schedule of touring and performing — they will be inseparable.
“I think of course my life is going to change, and I definitely will make sacrifices, but you know, I think I will be able to bring hopefully my little rider with me,” she added.
LINDSAY LOHAN FALLING BEHIND ON COMMUNITY SERVICE
LINDSAY Lohan is “falling behind” on her community service.
The Mean Girls actress has to complete 480 hours of community work as part of her sentence for stealing a $2,500 necklace in January, but has so far only reportedly served 60 of the required hours, at the Los Angeles Downtown Women’s Center.
“Lindsay has completed her shoplifters awareness class but is falling behind on her other commitments,” a source said.
“Lindsay’s team is telling her she needs to log significant time to show the judge that she is working towards completing her hours, but she is ignoring them. Lindsay’s rationale is that she has a year to complete the service, so she isn’t concerned about it right now.”
The 25-year-old star has to complete 380 hours at the Women’s Center and 100 hours at the Los Angeles County Morgue — which she has yet to start.
She is due for a progress hearing on October 17, and the source warns the judge handling her case “has told Lindsay in the past that she will not accept any excuses” for her not staying on track.
Lindsay’s publicist, Steve Honig, defended her recent appearances at model shoots and New York Fashion Week, saying, “Lindsay has been working very closely with her advisers to balance the demands of making a living while at the same time fulfilling her court-mandated obligations.”
However, her father, Michael Lohan, has voiced his concern.
“I am concerned about her community service at hand. Her lawyers and I have done all we can to keep her out of jail and the last thing in the world I want to see is her to get violated,” he said.
The Mean Girls actress has to complete 480 hours of community work as part of her sentence for stealing a $2,500 necklace in January, but has so far only reportedly served 60 of the required hours, at the Los Angeles Downtown Women’s Center.
“Lindsay has completed her shoplifters awareness class but is falling behind on her other commitments,” a source said.
“Lindsay’s team is telling her she needs to log significant time to show the judge that she is working towards completing her hours, but she is ignoring them. Lindsay’s rationale is that she has a year to complete the service, so she isn’t concerned about it right now.”
The 25-year-old star has to complete 380 hours at the Women’s Center and 100 hours at the Los Angeles County Morgue — which she has yet to start.
She is due for a progress hearing on October 17, and the source warns the judge handling her case “has told Lindsay in the past that she will not accept any excuses” for her not staying on track.
Lindsay’s publicist, Steve Honig, defended her recent appearances at model shoots and New York Fashion Week, saying, “Lindsay has been working very closely with her advisers to balance the demands of making a living while at the same time fulfilling her court-mandated obligations.”
However, her father, Michael Lohan, has voiced his concern.
“I am concerned about her community service at hand. Her lawyers and I have done all we can to keep her out of jail and the last thing in the world I want to see is her to get violated,” he said.
SANDRA BULLOCK AND RYAN REYNOLDS ‘PLAN SECRET WEDDING’
SANDRA Bullock and Ryan Reynolds are reportedly planning a secret wedding.
The 47-year-old actress and theChange-Up star — who split fromScarlett Johansson after two years of marriage in December 2010 — are believed to have recently vacationed in Wyoming, and while on vacation the pair discussed the idea of marriage after the actor bonded with her 20-month-old son Louis.
“Ryan told her he was ready to tie the knot whenever she wants. And after seeing how quickly she’s bonded with baby Louis, she decided she’s ready to pull the trigger, too,” a source said.
“So they started discussing the logistics of pulling off a low-key, barefoot wedding that would reflect their laid-back lifestyle.”
Scarlett -who was briefly linked to Sean Penn following her divorce from Ryan — is reported to be happy for the pair.
“Since Scarlett likes and respects Sandra so much, it doesn’t bother her that she’s with Ryan now,” a source said.
The 47-year-old actress and theChange-Up star — who split fromScarlett Johansson after two years of marriage in December 2010 — are believed to have recently vacationed in Wyoming, and while on vacation the pair discussed the idea of marriage after the actor bonded with her 20-month-old son Louis.
“Ryan told her he was ready to tie the knot whenever she wants. And after seeing how quickly she’s bonded with baby Louis, she decided she’s ready to pull the trigger, too,” a source said.
“So they started discussing the logistics of pulling off a low-key, barefoot wedding that would reflect their laid-back lifestyle.”
Scarlett -who was briefly linked to Sean Penn following her divorce from Ryan — is reported to be happy for the pair.
“Since Scarlett likes and respects Sandra so much, it doesn’t bother her that she’s with Ryan now,” a source said.
GERARD BUTLER SMOKING AGAIN!
GERARD Butler started smoking again after a night out with Hollywood palRussell Crowe.
The Scottish actor managed to quite the cigs for four years after more than 40 attempts to quit.
But he confessed that he was drawn back to smoking after partying with theGladiator star in the summer.
“I was smoking then I stopped for four years,” he said.
“It took me 40 attempts to stop. I was hypnotized 23 times, I had my veins injected with sodium pentathol had my ears electrolyzed and my hands lasered.
“About three months ago, I was out with some friends — Russell Crowe was one of them. There was 12 of them and 11 of them were smoking. That was it, I was off.
“It was only a month, it was a little blip. I’ve got to tell you, it was horrific.”
The Scottish actor managed to quite the cigs for four years after more than 40 attempts to quit.
But he confessed that he was drawn back to smoking after partying with theGladiator star in the summer.
“I was smoking then I stopped for four years,” he said.
“It took me 40 attempts to stop. I was hypnotized 23 times, I had my veins injected with sodium pentathol had my ears electrolyzed and my hands lasered.
“About three months ago, I was out with some friends — Russell Crowe was one of them. There was 12 of them and 11 of them were smoking. That was it, I was off.
“It was only a month, it was a little blip. I’ve got to tell you, it was horrific.”
ASHTON KUTCHER HATES HIS BEARD
ACTOR Ashton Kutcher has told how his life has turned into a weird version of Lady and the Tramp thanks to his new beard.
The Hollywood hunk has grown some serious facial fuzz for his role on sitcom Two and a Half Men and while it’s not an issue for wife Demi Moore, it’s not working so well with the public at large.
“Demi doesn’t seem to have a problem with it. I think she likes the beard,” says Ashton.
“On the show it works but out in the real world I can be kind of scruffy anyway so the beard is a problem. People are starting to throw change at me! They’re like, ‘Go and buy and sandwich.’”
The Hollywood hunk has grown some serious facial fuzz for his role on sitcom Two and a Half Men and while it’s not an issue for wife Demi Moore, it’s not working so well with the public at large.
“Demi doesn’t seem to have a problem with it. I think she likes the beard,” says Ashton.
“On the show it works but out in the real world I can be kind of scruffy anyway so the beard is a problem. People are starting to throw change at me! They’re like, ‘Go and buy and sandwich.’”
BRAD PITT IS NO PLAYBOY!
BRAD Pitt‘s playboy days are well and truly over.
The 47-year-old Moneyball star — who raises six children with partner Angelina Jolie — has given the Tomb Raider star no reason to worry after revealing his strop during a recent night away from his family in Milan.
“They gave me some swanky room that I couldn’t stay in,” explains Brad.
“It had two floors and this bathtub that was built for about 11 people. But it had a glass bottom so anyone underneath… well, I don’t know what they were thinking so I left. I’m a dad. I can’t do that stuff any more. I have to pass it on to the youngsters!”
Pitt recently revealed he thinks he and Jolie should do “everything” together.
“We should be doing them together — that’s what we should be doing. We should be doing everything together, and then we could work less. We could have more time off,” he said.
Brad believes he “works well” with Angelina and thinks their joint efforts on Mr. and Mrs. Smith made the film even better than it would have been without their workshops and ideas.
“A husband and wife who actually want to kill each other — I thought that was a launching pad for something really fun and vibrant,” he said.
“Again, that was something we were developing as we were going along, and Angie’s a great partner in that. We work really well together. We had some good workshops beforehand. Had some good laughs and ideas. That was just a great collaboration that turned into a greater collaboration.”
The 47-year-old Moneyball star — who raises six children with partner Angelina Jolie — has given the Tomb Raider star no reason to worry after revealing his strop during a recent night away from his family in Milan.
“They gave me some swanky room that I couldn’t stay in,” explains Brad.
“It had two floors and this bathtub that was built for about 11 people. But it had a glass bottom so anyone underneath… well, I don’t know what they were thinking so I left. I’m a dad. I can’t do that stuff any more. I have to pass it on to the youngsters!”
Pitt recently revealed he thinks he and Jolie should do “everything” together.
“We should be doing them together — that’s what we should be doing. We should be doing everything together, and then we could work less. We could have more time off,” he said.
Brad believes he “works well” with Angelina and thinks their joint efforts on Mr. and Mrs. Smith made the film even better than it would have been without their workshops and ideas.
“A husband and wife who actually want to kill each other — I thought that was a launching pad for something really fun and vibrant,” he said.
“Again, that was something we were developing as we were going along, and Angie’s a great partner in that. We work really well together. We had some good workshops beforehand. Had some good laughs and ideas. That was just a great collaboration that turned into a greater collaboration.”
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE LIKES TO LAUGH
JUSTIN Timberlake is not only laughing all the way to the bank thanks to his movie success but he’s laughing everywhere else too.
The 30-year-old star says he finds it impossible to see the downside of life and manages to find humor in everything he encounters.
“I find everything funny,” says Justin.
“I can honestly say there’s not a thing in the world I wouldn’t laugh about. It’s important to laugh.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
The 30-year-old star says he finds it impossible to see the downside of life and manages to find humor in everything he encounters.
“I find everything funny,” says Justin.
“I can honestly say there’s not a thing in the world I wouldn’t laugh about. It’s important to laugh.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
MEGAN FOX WON’T TONE DOWN THE SEXY
MEGAN Fox is not including her sex symbol status in the reinvention of her image.
The actress as put on weight, taken on more diverse roles and is having tattoos removed in order to boost her career but she insists she still happy to use sex to sell herself on screen.
“I don’t really feel strongly about it one way or the other,” says Megan, 25, on her popularity among male audiences.
“In reality, there are a lot of guys whose initial attraction to a girl is mostly sexual so I don’t feel that’s an outrageous thing to portray in a movie.”
Fox recently revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” she said.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
The actress as put on weight, taken on more diverse roles and is having tattoos removed in order to boost her career but she insists she still happy to use sex to sell herself on screen.
“I don’t really feel strongly about it one way or the other,” says Megan, 25, on her popularity among male audiences.
“In reality, there are a lot of guys whose initial attraction to a girl is mostly sexual so I don’t feel that’s an outrageous thing to portray in a movie.”
Fox recently revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” she said.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
SIMON COWELL KEEN TO BEAT IDOL
SIMON Cowell wants the US X Factorto be more successful than American Idol.
The music mogul — who quit as a judge on American Idol to kick start the new version of the pop star search show — will “die trying” to be the most watched program, and he is confident The X Factor will become the best series of its kind.
“You don’t compete for the silver or the bronze, you may not get the gold, but you die trying. It’s definitely going to be better than the other shows,” he said.
Simon’s departure from American Idolled to a revamp of the judges withJennifer Lopez and Steven Tylerjoining Randy Jackson on the panel, and he claims he isn’t impressed by them.
“It’s not my cup of tea,” he added.
The music mogul — who quit as a judge on American Idol to kick start the new version of the pop star search show — will “die trying” to be the most watched program, and he is confident The X Factor will become the best series of its kind.
“You don’t compete for the silver or the bronze, you may not get the gold, but you die trying. It’s definitely going to be better than the other shows,” he said.
Simon’s departure from American Idolled to a revamp of the judges withJennifer Lopez and Steven Tylerjoining Randy Jackson on the panel, and he claims he isn’t impressed by them.
“It’s not my cup of tea,” he added.
BRAD PITT AND ANGELINA JOLIE BEING PRESSURED INTO MARRIAGE!
BRAD Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s children are “putting on the heat” for them to get married.
The Hollywood couple have been together since 2005 and raise six children — Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne — who Brad admits are keen for them to tie the knot.
“The kids are putting on the heat. They really are,” Brad said.
However, Brad, 47, and Angelina, 36, have always maintained they would not wed until gay marriage is made legal throughout the U.S.
“We live in this great country that is about freedom. It is defined by our freedom and equality and yet we allow this discrimination to go on every day and that’s not what we’re about,” he said.
When asked if gay marriage was legal, they would marry immediately, Brad replied, “It seems.”
The Moneyball star has also addressed comments he made about his ex-wife,Jennifer Aniston, in which he is quoted saying he “pretended the marriage was something it wasn’t,” saying he feels his statement was taken out of context.
“I don’t know what was pieced together or put together. It has no reference to the past. And I think it’s a shame,” he said.
The Hollywood couple have been together since 2005 and raise six children — Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne — who Brad admits are keen for them to tie the knot.
“The kids are putting on the heat. They really are,” Brad said.
However, Brad, 47, and Angelina, 36, have always maintained they would not wed until gay marriage is made legal throughout the U.S.
“We live in this great country that is about freedom. It is defined by our freedom and equality and yet we allow this discrimination to go on every day and that’s not what we’re about,” he said.
When asked if gay marriage was legal, they would marry immediately, Brad replied, “It seems.”
The Moneyball star has also addressed comments he made about his ex-wife,Jennifer Aniston, in which he is quoted saying he “pretended the marriage was something it wasn’t,” saying he feels his statement was taken out of context.
“I don’t know what was pieced together or put together. It has no reference to the past. And I think it’s a shame,” he said.
SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR HAS BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER
SARAH Michelle Gellar says she has body dysmorphic disorder.
The Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress admits having the psychological condition, which causes sufferers to worry about perceived defects in their appearance and can lead to anxiety and depression, and is uneasy looking at herself in the mirror.
“I’m a female! I totally have body dysmorphic disorder. I think most women do,” she said.
“A makeup artist friend once said, ‘I don’t think I’ve ever seen you look in a mirror.’ I’m surrounded by them all the time – you sit in hair and makeup – so I guess I just have this mechanism where I tune it out.
“So every once in a while, I’ll look and I’ll be like, ‘Wait, that’s what I look like?’
Sarah – who is married to actor Freddie Prinze Jr. – added having her daughter, Charlotte, two, helped her with the way she perceives herself.
The 34-year-old star added: “I just have to remember that I’m human, and I’m a mom. Being a parent changes the vanity at least a little bit. It has to. Your priorities are different.
“I’m not as critical as I used to be about my body.”
The Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress admits having the psychological condition, which causes sufferers to worry about perceived defects in their appearance and can lead to anxiety and depression, and is uneasy looking at herself in the mirror.
“I’m a female! I totally have body dysmorphic disorder. I think most women do,” she said.
“A makeup artist friend once said, ‘I don’t think I’ve ever seen you look in a mirror.’ I’m surrounded by them all the time – you sit in hair and makeup – so I guess I just have this mechanism where I tune it out.
“So every once in a while, I’ll look and I’ll be like, ‘Wait, that’s what I look like?’
Sarah – who is married to actor Freddie Prinze Jr. – added having her daughter, Charlotte, two, helped her with the way she perceives herself.
The 34-year-old star added: “I just have to remember that I’m human, and I’m a mom. Being a parent changes the vanity at least a little bit. It has to. Your priorities are different.
“I’m not as critical as I used to be about my body.”
DENISE RICHARDS OFFERED A $100K TO APPEAR ON TWO AND A HALF MEN
DENISE Richards was reportedly offered $100,000 to appear in Two and a Half Men.
The makers of the sitcom approached Denise, the ex-wife of Charlie Sheen— who was fired during filming of the last series — to appear on screen at the funeral for his character, which aired on Monday night.
“They wanted to bring back a real ex,” a source said.
A friend of Denise’s said it was hard for her to say no, but she didn’t want to upset her former husband — who reportedly settled a $100 million payout with the show’s makers over his being sacked earlier this week.
“She really wants to get back into TV. But Charlie would’ve gone crazy, and Denise knows where her bread is buttered,” a source said.
In the show viewers saw Charlie’s on screen brother Alan Harper — played by Jon Cryer –- drop his character’s ashes all over the floor.
It was also revealed the actor’s alter ego had died when being hit by a Paris subway train, shortly after admitting to his new wife, Rose, he cheated on her.
Rose told the congregation at his funeral, “I just want you to know that Charlie didn’t suffer. His body just exploded like a balloon full of meat.”
A new lead character was also introduced to the show, played by Ashton Kutcher.
The makers of the sitcom approached Denise, the ex-wife of Charlie Sheen— who was fired during filming of the last series — to appear on screen at the funeral for his character, which aired on Monday night.
“They wanted to bring back a real ex,” a source said.
A friend of Denise’s said it was hard for her to say no, but she didn’t want to upset her former husband — who reportedly settled a $100 million payout with the show’s makers over his being sacked earlier this week.
“She really wants to get back into TV. But Charlie would’ve gone crazy, and Denise knows where her bread is buttered,” a source said.
In the show viewers saw Charlie’s on screen brother Alan Harper — played by Jon Cryer –- drop his character’s ashes all over the floor.
It was also revealed the actor’s alter ego had died when being hit by a Paris subway train, shortly after admitting to his new wife, Rose, he cheated on her.
Rose told the congregation at his funeral, “I just want you to know that Charlie didn’t suffer. His body just exploded like a balloon full of meat.”
A new lead character was also introduced to the show, played by Ashton Kutcher.
TOM HARDY IS A SOFTIE
TOM Hardy says he’s a “softie” despite his tough guy persona.
The actor is famous for his hard men roles in movies such as Inception,Bronson and Warrior but in real life he claims he’s just a gentle guy who likes nothing more than relaxing at home with his fiancee.
“There is a softie within me, you know, I’m someone’s dad, I have a three year old who means the world to me. I really just want to be with my missus and my son and my dog and do films and be left alone,” said Tom, who is engaged to actress Charlotte Riley and has a three-year-old son Louis from a previous relationship.
When portraying tough guys, Tom — who stars in new spy movie Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy opposite Gary Oldman — has based his performances on what would frighten him in real life.
“In all honesty all the tough characters I’ve played have been a bit mad, a bit strong and a bit tough, but I’ve just put on the outside what I consider to look strong and that’s being observed by somebody who is terrified of being hurt,” he said.
“I think the most fundamental thing about security is to know where your vulnerabilities are and where your weak spots are and because I’m terrified of being damaged I’ve learnt to see it coming, so when you see my characters those are people who scare me.”
The actor is famous for his hard men roles in movies such as Inception,Bronson and Warrior but in real life he claims he’s just a gentle guy who likes nothing more than relaxing at home with his fiancee.
“There is a softie within me, you know, I’m someone’s dad, I have a three year old who means the world to me. I really just want to be with my missus and my son and my dog and do films and be left alone,” said Tom, who is engaged to actress Charlotte Riley and has a three-year-old son Louis from a previous relationship.
When portraying tough guys, Tom — who stars in new spy movie Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy opposite Gary Oldman — has based his performances on what would frighten him in real life.
“In all honesty all the tough characters I’ve played have been a bit mad, a bit strong and a bit tough, but I’ve just put on the outside what I consider to look strong and that’s being observed by somebody who is terrified of being hurt,” he said.
“I think the most fundamental thing about security is to know where your vulnerabilities are and where your weak spots are and because I’m terrified of being damaged I’ve learnt to see it coming, so when you see my characters those are people who scare me.”
ELIZABETH HURLEY PLAGUED BY MOSQUITOES
ELIZABETH Hurley is being plagued by mosquitoes while in New York.
The model-and-actress endured a sleepless night in the Big Apple due to one of the buzzing bloodsucking insects biting her all evening.
“Sleepless night due to a mosquito buzzing in my ear. Surely u don’t need a mosquito net in NYC?!” she wrote on Twitter.
Hurley is in New York shooting the new photos for the next collection of her swimwear range, and the shoot has been going well.
In another posting on twitter she wrote, she said, “In NY shooting our swim pics for our website. Our model is beautiful…”
Perhaps Hurley needs to enlist the help of a spider to deal with her mosquito problem.
The 46-year-old star is not scared of arachnids — who feed on insects — and she recently took to her twitter page to praise the eight-legged beasties.
Hurley — who is dating Australian cricket legend Shane Warne -– wrote, “Did u know, a spider eats about 2000 insects a year? Without spiders, the world would be overrun with bugs. So there. (sic)”
The model-and-actress endured a sleepless night in the Big Apple due to one of the buzzing bloodsucking insects biting her all evening.
“Sleepless night due to a mosquito buzzing in my ear. Surely u don’t need a mosquito net in NYC?!” she wrote on Twitter.
Hurley is in New York shooting the new photos for the next collection of her swimwear range, and the shoot has been going well.
In another posting on twitter she wrote, she said, “In NY shooting our swim pics for our website. Our model is beautiful…”
Perhaps Hurley needs to enlist the help of a spider to deal with her mosquito problem.
The 46-year-old star is not scared of arachnids — who feed on insects — and she recently took to her twitter page to praise the eight-legged beasties.
Hurley — who is dating Australian cricket legend Shane Warne -– wrote, “Did u know, a spider eats about 2000 insects a year? Without spiders, the world would be overrun with bugs. So there. (sic)”
KIRSTIE ALLET DIDN’T WANT FAT SEX
KIRSTIE Alley didn’t want to have “fat sex” when she was overweight.
The 60-year-old actress has lost 100 lbs since appearing on Dancing with the Stars last year and she admits her new figure has given her the confidence to find love again and be more adventurous in the bedroom.
“I didn’t like the way I looked, and I didn’t want to have fat sex!” she said.
“What I’m looking for is to be madly, deeply in love. For the first time in my life, I know exactly what I want in a man. I want someone who has my back, who is courageous and brave.”
Kirstie — who has previously been married to Bob Alley and Parker Stephenson — insists, for her, there was “nothing positive” about being overweight, and now she is a US size six she has more energy than she’s ever had in her life.
“I have more energy than I’ve ever had in my whole life. My body had gotten really weak. There was nothing positive about being fat. I feel back to normal. I have my game again,” she added.
The 60-year-old actress has lost 100 lbs since appearing on Dancing with the Stars last year and she admits her new figure has given her the confidence to find love again and be more adventurous in the bedroom.
“I didn’t like the way I looked, and I didn’t want to have fat sex!” she said.
“What I’m looking for is to be madly, deeply in love. For the first time in my life, I know exactly what I want in a man. I want someone who has my back, who is courageous and brave.”
Kirstie — who has previously been married to Bob Alley and Parker Stephenson — insists, for her, there was “nothing positive” about being overweight, and now she is a US size six she has more energy than she’s ever had in her life.
“I have more energy than I’ve ever had in my whole life. My body had gotten really weak. There was nothing positive about being fat. I feel back to normal. I have my game again,” she added.
EMILY DESCHANEL WELCOMES FIRST CHILD
EMILY Deschanel has become a mother for the first time.
The Bones actress — who is married to writer-and-actor David Hornsby — gave birth to a baby boy yesterday and has named the tot Henry.
Following the news of Henry’s arrival, Emily’s Bones costar TJ Thyne took to twitter to congratulate her, saying, “CONGRATULATIONS EMILY D!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay yay yay!!! ) (sic)”
Before the tot arrived, Emily, 34, admitted she was loving being pregnant because she was in awe of the power of her body.
“I really like being pregnant,” she said. “Not that there aren’t things I don’t love, but when I think about what my body is doing – creating a child – it just blows my mind. I’m in awe of the process and science. And seeing my belly move is pretty amazing; it’s like in the movie ‘Alien’. I knew about the kicks, but I never expected somersaults.
“Besides meeting the baby … I look forward to that bond, the love that people say is stronger than you can imagine. Also, I think getting to see everything fresh, through a child’s eyes, is a wonderful thing. And the milestones, just getting to know who this child is.”
The Bones actress — who is married to writer-and-actor David Hornsby — gave birth to a baby boy yesterday and has named the tot Henry.
Following the news of Henry’s arrival, Emily’s Bones costar TJ Thyne took to twitter to congratulate her, saying, “CONGRATULATIONS EMILY D!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay yay yay!!! ) (sic)”
Before the tot arrived, Emily, 34, admitted she was loving being pregnant because she was in awe of the power of her body.
“I really like being pregnant,” she said. “Not that there aren’t things I don’t love, but when I think about what my body is doing – creating a child – it just blows my mind. I’m in awe of the process and science. And seeing my belly move is pretty amazing; it’s like in the movie ‘Alien’. I knew about the kicks, but I never expected somersaults.
“Besides meeting the baby … I look forward to that bond, the love that people say is stronger than you can imagine. Also, I think getting to see everything fresh, through a child’s eyes, is a wonderful thing. And the milestones, just getting to know who this child is.”
GEORGE CLOONEY’S NEW GIRLFRIEND SPEAKS OUT!
STACY Keibler says her relationship with George Clooney took her by complete surprise.
The former WWE Diva has been dating the Ides of March actor since last month and she admits she wasn’t looking for love following her 2010 split from The Finder star Geoff Stults after five years of dating.
“I was just living in the moment. I was actually not really searching for a boyfriend,” she said.
“I don’t think about [the future]. I live in the present moment. That was my New Year’s resolution … and it’s worked out pretty good so far.”
While Stacy says she doesn’t have a particular type when it comes to men, she is adamant that any boyfriend of hers must have a sense of humor.
When asked about her ideal man, the wrestler said, “I think just a good sense of humor. And polite … I think someone who is genuine and honest and someone who likes to have a great time no matter what they’re doing.”
Meanwhile, Stacy’s former boyfriend Geoff has been quick to lavish praise on his ex, saying, “She would be everybody’s best friend. She’s the kind of girl that people want to hang out with.”
The former WWE Diva has been dating the Ides of March actor since last month and she admits she wasn’t looking for love following her 2010 split from The Finder star Geoff Stults after five years of dating.
“I was just living in the moment. I was actually not really searching for a boyfriend,” she said.
“I don’t think about [the future]. I live in the present moment. That was my New Year’s resolution … and it’s worked out pretty good so far.”
While Stacy says she doesn’t have a particular type when it comes to men, she is adamant that any boyfriend of hers must have a sense of humor.
When asked about her ideal man, the wrestler said, “I think just a good sense of humor. And polite … I think someone who is genuine and honest and someone who likes to have a great time no matter what they’re doing.”
Meanwhile, Stacy’s former boyfriend Geoff has been quick to lavish praise on his ex, saying, “She would be everybody’s best friend. She’s the kind of girl that people want to hang out with.”
EMMA WATSON A HOPELESS ROMANTIC
EMMA Watson is a “hopeless romantic”.
The Harry Potter actress believes the way people conduct relationships has changed through the years but the 21-year-old beauty insists she is still a fan of traditional romance.
“I’ve always been a hopeless romantic. I think, ‘Why not?’ It’s nice,” she said.
“I think there’s a perception that perhaps my generation doesn’t believe in romance so much. I would be tempted to disagree and say we do believe in romance, seduction and gallantry, but that courtship and the game is played in a different way.”
Emma — who is believed to be dating actor Johnny Simmons — also thinks her ideas of love have changed as she has gotten older, but she insists she is as romantic as ever.
“I think as I’m growing up, my definition of love is becoming a lot broader,” she said.
“I think you can love loads of different people in different ways. It’s definitely become more broadened and encompassing than when I was ten years old and I thought there was one Prince Charming. But I don’t think it’s any less romantic actually.”
The Harry Potter actress believes the way people conduct relationships has changed through the years but the 21-year-old beauty insists she is still a fan of traditional romance.
“I’ve always been a hopeless romantic. I think, ‘Why not?’ It’s nice,” she said.
“I think there’s a perception that perhaps my generation doesn’t believe in romance so much. I would be tempted to disagree and say we do believe in romance, seduction and gallantry, but that courtship and the game is played in a different way.”
Emma — who is believed to be dating actor Johnny Simmons — also thinks her ideas of love have changed as she has gotten older, but she insists she is as romantic as ever.
“I think as I’m growing up, my definition of love is becoming a lot broader,” she said.
“I think you can love loads of different people in different ways. It’s definitely become more broadened and encompassing than when I was ten years old and I thought there was one Prince Charming. But I don’t think it’s any less romantic actually.”
MAGGIE GYLLENHAAL — VIBRATOR LADY
MAGGIE Gyllenhaal lends her friends her vibrators.
The actress is currently starring in new movie Hysteria -– which is set in the Victorian era and is about the invention of the sex toy –- and she was bombarded with the pleasurable devices during shooting and so now gives the unwanted ones to her pals to enjoy.
“By the time I finished the movie I’d been sent maybe 15 vibrators by different people in London with vibrator stores. It was a pleasant surprise,” she said.
“So I have this incredible collection, and I actually use like one or two of them. I lend them to my friends, and they’ll take them for six months at a time.”
Maggie says she was drawn to Hysteriabecause she was keen to see how the vibrator was invented as well as being interested in “female sexuality”.
“I decided to do it because I was also interested in female sexuality, although that makes it so scientific. I don’t know many people who aren’t interested in female sexuality,” she said.
“I was curious about the invention of the vibrator. It’s unusual when you read a romantic comedy where you’re curious about what’s going to happen. Basically I’m always looking for freedom, for a way to be free in my work.”
The actress is currently starring in new movie Hysteria -– which is set in the Victorian era and is about the invention of the sex toy –- and she was bombarded with the pleasurable devices during shooting and so now gives the unwanted ones to her pals to enjoy.
“By the time I finished the movie I’d been sent maybe 15 vibrators by different people in London with vibrator stores. It was a pleasant surprise,” she said.
“So I have this incredible collection, and I actually use like one or two of them. I lend them to my friends, and they’ll take them for six months at a time.”
Maggie says she was drawn to Hysteriabecause she was keen to see how the vibrator was invented as well as being interested in “female sexuality”.
“I decided to do it because I was also interested in female sexuality, although that makes it so scientific. I don’t know many people who aren’t interested in female sexuality,” she said.
“I was curious about the invention of the vibrator. It’s unusual when you read a romantic comedy where you’re curious about what’s going to happen. Basically I’m always looking for freedom, for a way to be free in my work.”
JENNIFER ANISTON FURIOUS WITH BRAD PITT
JENNIFER Aniston is not happy.
Sources say the actress’ team went postal after her ex-husband Brad Pittcasually slammed their five-year marriage, which ended in 2005.In the interview released Sept. 15, Pitt, 47, said that he “wasn’t living an interesting life” before Jolie, and that he was “trying to pretend my marriage was something that it wasn’t.”
“She was annoyed,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She thought it was rude and inappropriate.”
“Her team went ballistic. They got his team involved and Brad was read the riot act — the only way you can read the riot act to Brad Pitt.
“No one believes his words were taken out of context — he said what he said. I do hear that he’s remorseful.
“We think he’s jealous she’s in love.”
Sources say the actress’ team went postal after her ex-husband Brad Pittcasually slammed their five-year marriage, which ended in 2005.In the interview released Sept. 15, Pitt, 47, said that he “wasn’t living an interesting life” before Jolie, and that he was “trying to pretend my marriage was something that it wasn’t.”
“She was annoyed,” a source told Us Weekly.
“She thought it was rude and inappropriate.”
“Her team went ballistic. They got his team involved and Brad was read the riot act — the only way you can read the riot act to Brad Pitt.
“No one believes his words were taken out of context — he said what he said. I do hear that he’s remorseful.
“We think he’s jealous she’s in love.”
HALLE BERRY SELLING HER HOUSE BECAUSE OF STALKER
HALLE Berry has abruptly canceled $1 million-plus renovation plans on her Beverly Hills home — because she’s terrified of new attacks by wacko stalkerRichard Franco.
The actress has put the pad up for sale and told a pal, “I still have nightmares of him peering at me through the kitchen window!”
“Halle says she isn’t about to take any more chances, so she’ll be moving to a guard-gated area outside of Los Angeles immediately!” a source said.
The actress has put the pad up for sale and told a pal, “I still have nightmares of him peering at me through the kitchen window!”
“Halle says she isn’t about to take any more chances, so she’ll be moving to a guard-gated area outside of Los Angeles immediately!” a source said.
JENNIFER ANISTON AND JUSTIN THEROUX — FEELING BROODY
JENNIFER Aniston is house-hunting for a modest “family style” home, and has reportedly been telling agents it must include a potentially “perfect” nursery.
The actress recently sold her $38 million Beverly Hills mansion and is currently renting a house with boyfriend Justin Theroux.
According to American tabloid theNational Enquirer, Jen and Justin were being shown around a house above Sunset Blvd. when they entered one room and Justin whispered to the star, “This would make the perfect nursery!”
Jen answered, “Yes, it would!”
ShowbizSpy.com recently reportedthat the couple are keen to start a family together as soon as possible!
“They have talked at length about getting married and starting a family,” an insider said.
“She is anxious for the next phase of her life and feels like this is the time.
“They both want it to happen soon.
“Jen hasn’t felt this way about anyone since ex-husband Brad Pitt.
“They are moving quickly, but they know the feelings they have about [each other] are different from past romances.”
The actress recently sold her $38 million Beverly Hills mansion and is currently renting a house with boyfriend Justin Theroux.
According to American tabloid theNational Enquirer, Jen and Justin were being shown around a house above Sunset Blvd. when they entered one room and Justin whispered to the star, “This would make the perfect nursery!”
Jen answered, “Yes, it would!”
ShowbizSpy.com recently reportedthat the couple are keen to start a family together as soon as possible!
“They have talked at length about getting married and starting a family,” an insider said.
“She is anxious for the next phase of her life and feels like this is the time.
“They both want it to happen soon.
“Jen hasn’t felt this way about anyone since ex-husband Brad Pitt.
“They are moving quickly, but they know the feelings they have about [each other] are different from past romances.”
ZOOEY DESCHANEL HATES CHEESY CHAT UP LINES
ZOOEY Deschanel is calling on men to ditch cheesy chat up lines for good.
The married star is calling for single men everywhere to take on a new approach to finding their perfect partner — honesty.
“The biggest mistakes men make I think is being disingenuous,” says Zooey, 31.
“Women are won over by people who are sweet and respectful, courteous, kind and funny. I think those are the things that win women over. I think that the mistakes that anyone can make going on dates is probably not being themselves because you can only trick people for so long.”
Zooey has previously admitted she tells fibs during interviews!
“If someone has an idea how I am going to answer something and already has an angle on what they are going to write about I know it right away and that makes me feel so uncomfortable and just makes me want to rebel,” she said.
“I don’t like leading questions that are telling me how I feel. I don’t like that and I also don’t like it when people make statements disguised as questions which are also leading me.”
The married star is calling for single men everywhere to take on a new approach to finding their perfect partner — honesty.
“The biggest mistakes men make I think is being disingenuous,” says Zooey, 31.
“Women are won over by people who are sweet and respectful, courteous, kind and funny. I think those are the things that win women over. I think that the mistakes that anyone can make going on dates is probably not being themselves because you can only trick people for so long.”
Zooey has previously admitted she tells fibs during interviews!
“If someone has an idea how I am going to answer something and already has an angle on what they are going to write about I know it right away and that makes me feel so uncomfortable and just makes me want to rebel,” she said.
“I don’t like leading questions that are telling me how I feel. I don’t like that and I also don’t like it when people make statements disguised as questions which are also leading me.”
CHRIS EVANS IS FRIENDS WITH DRUGGIES
CHRIS Evans relied on his friends’ darkest times in order to play a drug addict in new movie Puncture.
The 30-year-old actor says he used the real life experiences of his former junkie pals in order to play his character.
“I’ve been lucky enough — well, maybe unlucky enough — to have had a lot of friends who have had their ups and downs (with drugs),” says Chris.
“For an actor, that’s good. Life experience in any regard is good. So I’ve seen a lot and I’ve had my own experiences.”
Evans recently admitted he has therapy to help him get over his anxieties.
“I struggle with anxiety sometimes, especially when promoting films like this. Just the life of doing what I do, being in the public eye, it’s a stressful environment. So it’s good to go and talk about the things that cause your anxiety,” he said.
The 30-year-old actor says he used the real life experiences of his former junkie pals in order to play his character.
“I’ve been lucky enough — well, maybe unlucky enough — to have had a lot of friends who have had their ups and downs (with drugs),” says Chris.
“For an actor, that’s good. Life experience in any regard is good. So I’ve seen a lot and I’ve had my own experiences.”
Evans recently admitted he has therapy to help him get over his anxieties.
“I struggle with anxiety sometimes, especially when promoting films like this. Just the life of doing what I do, being in the public eye, it’s a stressful environment. So it’s good to go and talk about the things that cause your anxiety,” he said.
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE WILL DO ANYTHING FOR A MOVIE
JUSTIN Timbrlake has been telling Hollywood bosses that he’s ready for anything when it comes to his movie career.
The pop idol and Friends with Benefitsstar says rather than work out to be physically ready for each film project, he’s making being fit for the job a full-time occupation.
“I train all year-round just because I think that it’s a job requirement to stay in shape,” says Justin, 30.
“Even when you get out of shape like for a character, that requires a certain discipline. Being able to look 20 pounds lighter or 20 pounds heavier within a small amount of time, I think it’s your job to stay a certain way.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
The pop idol and Friends with Benefitsstar says rather than work out to be physically ready for each film project, he’s making being fit for the job a full-time occupation.
“I train all year-round just because I think that it’s a job requirement to stay in shape,” says Justin, 30.
“Even when you get out of shape like for a character, that requires a certain discipline. Being able to look 20 pounds lighter or 20 pounds heavier within a small amount of time, I think it’s your job to stay a certain way.”
Justin recently insisted that he does not like to be careless with his cash and rarely shops, and doesn’t think money can buy happiness.
“I will say that I’m pretty frugal. I’ll probably shop for clothes for myself once a year, and that will last me for the rest of the year,” he said.
“What was it that Prince said, ‘Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help pay for the pursuit.
“It’s nice to have places in Los Angeles and New York. I spend enough time in both that’s it’s nice to have a home. But I don’t need them.”
GISELE BUNDCHEN GETS CAUGHT SPEEDING
GISELE Bundchen was caught in a speed trap on Cape Cod this weekend and given a verbal warning by a Massachusetts state trooper.
According to reports, the sexy supermodel — who’s married to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady – was going about 70 mph in a 55 mph zone on state Route 6 in Barnstable when she was pulled over Saturday, state police spokesman David Procopio said.
Two children were in the Cadillac SUV, properly fastened in car seats.
“He did give her a warning and let her go on her way,” Procopio told the Boston Herald. “He reminded her that the speed limit on the Cape is 55, not 65 as in other parts of the state.”
Procopio says the supermodel did not get any special treatment.
According to reports, the sexy supermodel — who’s married to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady – was going about 70 mph in a 55 mph zone on state Route 6 in Barnstable when she was pulled over Saturday, state police spokesman David Procopio said.
Two children were in the Cadillac SUV, properly fastened in car seats.
“He did give her a warning and let her go on her way,” Procopio told the Boston Herald. “He reminded her that the speed limit on the Cape is 55, not 65 as in other parts of the state.”
Procopio says the supermodel did not get any special treatment.
ROSIE O’DONNELL DEBUTS NEW GIRLFRIEND
ROSIE O’Donnell has a new girlfriend.
The Hollywood funywoman debuted her latest lover — who she met at a Starbucks a few months back — on Monday night at a gala benefit for Rosie’s Theater Kids organization at the Marriott Marquis.
“They are adorable together and are very, very happy,” a source said.
At the gala, some 100 New York City schoolkids who got musical theater training through her nonprofit performed a pull-out-the-stops number in front of various Nederlanders, Schuberts, Ziffs, and Broadway stars.
O’Donnell, 49, misted up and put her head on Rounds’ shoulder.
The Hollywood funywoman debuted her latest lover — who she met at a Starbucks a few months back — on Monday night at a gala benefit for Rosie’s Theater Kids organization at the Marriott Marquis.
“They are adorable together and are very, very happy,” a source said.
At the gala, some 100 New York City schoolkids who got musical theater training through her nonprofit performed a pull-out-the-stops number in front of various Nederlanders, Schuberts, Ziffs, and Broadway stars.
O’Donnell, 49, misted up and put her head on Rounds’ shoulder.
TAYLOR LAUTNER: ‘KRISTEN STEWART IS HOT’
TAYLOR Lautner thinks Kristen Stewart looks “pretty hot” in the newTwilight movie.
The 19-year-old — who plays werewolf Jacob Black in the popular franchise alongside Kristen and Robert Pattinson — admitted that seeing Stewart’s character Bella as a vampire for the first time was a sight to behold.
“[Bella is] pretty hot [as a vampire]!” he said.
“Pretty hot, I’ve got to admit it.
“To be honest I was blown away! It’s going to be very exciting for the fans to see this one. It’s the same characters, but in a completely different light.”
The 19-year-old — who plays werewolf Jacob Black in the popular franchise alongside Kristen and Robert Pattinson — admitted that seeing Stewart’s character Bella as a vampire for the first time was a sight to behold.
“[Bella is] pretty hot [as a vampire]!” he said.
“Pretty hot, I’ve got to admit it.
“To be honest I was blown away! It’s going to be very exciting for the fans to see this one. It’s the same characters, but in a completely different light.”
DEMI LOVATO THOUGHT SHE’D DIE
DEMI Lovato thinks she would have died if she had not seeked help at the height of her breakdown.
The Disney star, 19, went to rehab to battle a number of problems, including an eating disorder and self-harming, and says she is now happy, healthy and back at work.
“I went from being at the highlight of my career — so many things were going great in my life and then all of the sudden my personal life just went down at crazy speeds,” she said.
“I had a negative breakdown and it changed my life forever, but I’m glad that it did, because if I had never gone into the treatment… I don’t know if, one, I’d even be sitting here today. Two, if I’d be alive today.”
Demi recently said she thinks she is now a better “role model” because she is honest about her problems.
“The more that people tell their story, the more therapeutic it becomes. Also, if I’m able to share my story and it helps someone, then I’ve done my part,” she said.
“My fans are dealing with some of the same issues. And if I am a role model, then I need to speak up … and be there for them.”
The Disney star, 19, went to rehab to battle a number of problems, including an eating disorder and self-harming, and says she is now happy, healthy and back at work.
“I went from being at the highlight of my career — so many things were going great in my life and then all of the sudden my personal life just went down at crazy speeds,” she said.
“I had a negative breakdown and it changed my life forever, but I’m glad that it did, because if I had never gone into the treatment… I don’t know if, one, I’d even be sitting here today. Two, if I’d be alive today.”
Demi recently said she thinks she is now a better “role model” because she is honest about her problems.
“The more that people tell their story, the more therapeutic it becomes. Also, if I’m able to share my story and it helps someone, then I’ve done my part,” she said.
“My fans are dealing with some of the same issues. And if I am a role model, then I need to speak up … and be there for them.”
SIMON COWELL REVEALS HIS MORNING ROUTINE
SIMON Cowell says his mornings are strictly structured.
The music mogul — who is renovating his London house to correct the “off center” brickwork — has revealed his wakeup routine.
“I always hit the snooze button three times. On the third snooze button, breakfast arrives,” he said.
“While they’re doing that, they’re running a bath for me next door. They know exactly the temperature, just above lukewarm.”
Recent reports claimed the music mogul is in talks about bringing a humorous version of the TV talent show X Factor to London’s West End.
“Simon is excited by the idea of taking the X Factor brand on to the stage,” a source said.
“He is looking at the types of songs he would like and what sort of script is needed.
“It would be a perfect night out for X Factor fans and former stars of the show could even be involved in it.
“Simon doesn’t want a super-serious musical. He thinks if this is going to be something that works, it needs to be funny and have songs people might sing along to, but also laugh along with.
Cowell has also held discussions about the musical with music producer and composer Steve Brown.
“Steve is very excited at the prospect of working with Simon,” said the source.
“He has recently been invited into his inner circle, helping last year’s runner-up Rebecca Ferguson on her debut album. On top of that, he knows how to make songs which will get a laugh, so he could be the perfect man for the job.
“It seems like a great idea and given how much Simon enjoys making money, I’m surprised he hadn’t thought of it sooner.”
The music mogul — who is renovating his London house to correct the “off center” brickwork — has revealed his wakeup routine.
“I always hit the snooze button three times. On the third snooze button, breakfast arrives,” he said.
“While they’re doing that, they’re running a bath for me next door. They know exactly the temperature, just above lukewarm.”
Recent reports claimed the music mogul is in talks about bringing a humorous version of the TV talent show X Factor to London’s West End.
“Simon is excited by the idea of taking the X Factor brand on to the stage,” a source said.
“He is looking at the types of songs he would like and what sort of script is needed.
“It would be a perfect night out for X Factor fans and former stars of the show could even be involved in it.
“Simon doesn’t want a super-serious musical. He thinks if this is going to be something that works, it needs to be funny and have songs people might sing along to, but also laugh along with.
Cowell has also held discussions about the musical with music producer and composer Steve Brown.
“Steve is very excited at the prospect of working with Simon,” said the source.
“He has recently been invited into his inner circle, helping last year’s runner-up Rebecca Ferguson on her debut album. On top of that, he knows how to make songs which will get a laugh, so he could be the perfect man for the job.
“It seems like a great idea and given how much Simon enjoys making money, I’m surprised he hadn’t thought of it sooner.”
ROBERT PATTINSON TO RECORD AN ALBUM
ROBERT Pattinson is recording an album.
The Twilight actor originally considered becoming a musician and is making the most of a break in his schedule by heading to the studio to record his first full-length record.
“Music is his first love! He’s tortured because he avoids it. When he’s sitting around jamming in the studio, it’s his favorite moment of life,” a source said.
“Rob has been kicking a few original songs around for a long time, but his schedule didn’t allow it.
“Now he’s got some weeks to get everything in line before going back to promoting The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn.”
The 25-year-old actor previously recorded two tracks, Never Think andLet Me Sign for the original Twilight soundtrack.
Sources say the sound of the album will be “organic” and use traditional instruments.
“The album Rob will make will be guitar based and drums, very organic-sounding, nothing pop. Like stripped-down Ray LaMontagne meets Van Morrison,” said the insider.
Robert has previously said he loves playing piano, and as a child hoped he could make a living from it.
“I love the piano. I never really had any aspirations to be an actor when I was young. I wanted to play the piano in a bar, to be the old dude with a whiskey glass,” he dished.
The Twilight actor originally considered becoming a musician and is making the most of a break in his schedule by heading to the studio to record his first full-length record.
“Music is his first love! He’s tortured because he avoids it. When he’s sitting around jamming in the studio, it’s his favorite moment of life,” a source said.
“Rob has been kicking a few original songs around for a long time, but his schedule didn’t allow it.
“Now he’s got some weeks to get everything in line before going back to promoting The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn.”
The 25-year-old actor previously recorded two tracks, Never Think andLet Me Sign for the original Twilight soundtrack.
Sources say the sound of the album will be “organic” and use traditional instruments.
“The album Rob will make will be guitar based and drums, very organic-sounding, nothing pop. Like stripped-down Ray LaMontagne meets Van Morrison,” said the insider.
Robert has previously said he loves playing piano, and as a child hoped he could make a living from it.
“I love the piano. I never really had any aspirations to be an actor when I was young. I wanted to play the piano in a bar, to be the old dude with a whiskey glass,” he dished.
BRADLEY COOPER GETS FLIRTY WITH SCARLETT JOHANSSON
BRADLEY Cooper was reportedly “more than flirty” with Scarlett Johansson in New York last Friday.
The Hollywood hunk — who was recently spotted on a dinner date with newly single Jenifer Lopez – was seen getting close to Scarlett when they partied together at the city’s Provocateur nightspot.
“Scarlett and Bradley arrived with a small group of friends, including model Cheyenne Tozzi, around two am,” a source said.
“While Bradley was flirty with Cheyenne initially, after some drinks he turned his attention to Scarlett. The duo were hand in hand and more than flirty by the end of the night.”
Bradley and Scarlett appeared together as lovers in the 2009 film He’s Just Not That Into You, and are thought to be reuniting on screen in new film Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
Friday was the second evening running the pair spent in each other’s company, after they were spotted with singer turned actor Justin Timberlake on Thursday at 1OAK bar, also in New York.
Since he split from Renee Zellweger after two years together in March, The Hangover actor Bradley has also been linked to Olivia Wilde, despite the fact he claims he has no time for romance.
“I’m filming The Place Beyond The Pines at the moment in New York, so that’s taking up a lot of my time,” he said.
“It’s really exciting, but it doesn’t leave much time for a relationship.”
The Hollywood hunk — who was recently spotted on a dinner date with newly single Jenifer Lopez – was seen getting close to Scarlett when they partied together at the city’s Provocateur nightspot.
“Scarlett and Bradley arrived with a small group of friends, including model Cheyenne Tozzi, around two am,” a source said.
“While Bradley was flirty with Cheyenne initially, after some drinks he turned his attention to Scarlett. The duo were hand in hand and more than flirty by the end of the night.”
Bradley and Scarlett appeared together as lovers in the 2009 film He’s Just Not That Into You, and are thought to be reuniting on screen in new film Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
Friday was the second evening running the pair spent in each other’s company, after they were spotted with singer turned actor Justin Timberlake on Thursday at 1OAK bar, also in New York.
Since he split from Renee Zellweger after two years together in March, The Hangover actor Bradley has also been linked to Olivia Wilde, despite the fact he claims he has no time for romance.
“I’m filming The Place Beyond The Pines at the moment in New York, so that’s taking up a lot of my time,” he said.
“It’s really exciting, but it doesn’t leave much time for a relationship.”
JOHN TRAVOLTA GLAD HIS JET DIDN’T GET STOLEN
JOHN Travolta joked “at least it wasn’t a jet” which was stolen from him this weekend.
The Saturday Night Fever actor compared the theft of his vintage 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL to something out of a movie, but is glad at least his private Boeing 707 plane is still safely in its hangar.
“I was out looking for Jaguars and it was a beautiful, spotless dealership and I left it parked on the side. And eight to 10 minutes later, my car was gone,” he said.
“And it’s like that movie, Gone in 60 Seconds, like, who can explain it? But at least it wasn’t a jet, although that might be easier to find!”
The 57-year-old star returned to the Jaguar dealer and waited for the police so they could make a crime report, but so far no suspects have been identified and no witnesses to the crime have come forward.
John has held his pilots license since 1974 and regularly flies his wife, Kelly Preston, and children, daughter Ella, 11, and 10-month-old son Benjamin around the world, which they all enjoy.
“I frankly just love being in the air, I just love the sensation of flying. And Kelly’s very proud of me. She loves flying, the kids love flying — it’s a family event,” he said.
The Saturday Night Fever actor compared the theft of his vintage 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL to something out of a movie, but is glad at least his private Boeing 707 plane is still safely in its hangar.
“I was out looking for Jaguars and it was a beautiful, spotless dealership and I left it parked on the side. And eight to 10 minutes later, my car was gone,” he said.
“And it’s like that movie, Gone in 60 Seconds, like, who can explain it? But at least it wasn’t a jet, although that might be easier to find!”
The 57-year-old star returned to the Jaguar dealer and waited for the police so they could make a crime report, but so far no suspects have been identified and no witnesses to the crime have come forward.
John has held his pilots license since 1974 and regularly flies his wife, Kelly Preston, and children, daughter Ella, 11, and 10-month-old son Benjamin around the world, which they all enjoy.
“I frankly just love being in the air, I just love the sensation of flying. And Kelly’s very proud of me. She loves flying, the kids love flying — it’s a family event,” he said.
BRAD PITT GREW CLOSE TO ON-SCREEN DAUGHTER
BRAD Pitt “kind of became” a dad to his on-screen daughter in Moneyball.
The 47-year-old actor — who raises six children with partner Angelina Jolie — appears as a baseball team manager in the film, and Kerris Dorsey, who plays his 13-year-old daughter, said he made it “fun” to be on set.
“I can tell he’s a really good dad because he was so great with me,” she said. “And so much fun. He made it really fun to come to work. He kind of became like my dad a little bit, it was fun.”
Kerris also learned lots about Brad’s children Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne while shooting the movie.
“He talked about them a lot. I kind of know a little bit about them. He loves them. He’s a really good dad,” she said.
Brad also attended the premiere and was at his most charming, taking off his jacket and unbuttoning his shirt before posing for pictures with fans.
“He was hugging old ladies, taking pics with co stars, and letting the crowd photograph him with cell cameras,” a source said.
“He was charming the pants off people.”
The 47-year-old actor — who raises six children with partner Angelina Jolie — appears as a baseball team manager in the film, and Kerris Dorsey, who plays his 13-year-old daughter, said he made it “fun” to be on set.
“I can tell he’s a really good dad because he was so great with me,” she said. “And so much fun. He made it really fun to come to work. He kind of became like my dad a little bit, it was fun.”
Kerris also learned lots about Brad’s children Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne while shooting the movie.
“He talked about them a lot. I kind of know a little bit about them. He loves them. He’s a really good dad,” she said.
Brad also attended the premiere and was at his most charming, taking off his jacket and unbuttoning his shirt before posing for pictures with fans.
“He was hugging old ladies, taking pics with co stars, and letting the crowd photograph him with cell cameras,” a source said.
“He was charming the pants off people.”
MICHAEL JACKSON ‘SAVED SISTER’S HUSBAND FROM SUICIDE’
MICHAEL Jackson once saved his sister’s husband from committing suicide.
Singer James DeBarge — who was briefly married to Michael’s sisterJanet in 1984 — told how he was threatening to jump from a building until the late Thriller singer talked him down.
“One time I was on the roof of his house. I was going to jump and everyone was losing it,” James said.
“He was the only one not freaking out. He seemed to be familiar with my pain. He knew I needed someone to talk to, so he was that ear.
“So we just talked all night and I forgot that I was even on the roof and that I was going to jump.”
James was a member of Rhythm of the Night family group DeBarge with his brothers Eldra, Mark, James and sister Bunny. He eloped with Janet when she was just 18, but their marriage was annulled less than a year later.
Michael died in 2009 of acute Propofol intoxication and his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, is currently awaiting trial on charges of involuntary manslaughter in relation to his death.
Singer James DeBarge — who was briefly married to Michael’s sisterJanet in 1984 — told how he was threatening to jump from a building until the late Thriller singer talked him down.
“One time I was on the roof of his house. I was going to jump and everyone was losing it,” James said.
“He was the only one not freaking out. He seemed to be familiar with my pain. He knew I needed someone to talk to, so he was that ear.
“So we just talked all night and I forgot that I was even on the roof and that I was going to jump.”
James was a member of Rhythm of the Night family group DeBarge with his brothers Eldra, Mark, James and sister Bunny. He eloped with Janet when she was just 18, but their marriage was annulled less than a year later.
Michael died in 2009 of acute Propofol intoxication and his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, is currently awaiting trial on charges of involuntary manslaughter in relation to his death.
BEYONCE KNOWLES HAVING FUN WITH PREGNANCY
BEYONCE Knowles is having “the most fun time” with her pregnancy.
The Love on Top singer publicly announced she and husband Jay-Z are expecting their first child together at the MTV Video Music Awards in August, and while she said it had been hard to conceal her baby bump, she is now “proud” to show it off to the world.
“I am having so much fun, it has been the most fun time now that it has been announced,” she said.
“It was really difficult to conceal. But now I can be proud and excited about it, I’m having so much fun shopping — it’s great!”
Although they were not designed as maternity wear, Beyonce, 30, is still wearing lines from her new range, and they are fitting her well.
“What I’m wearing today is part of the collection; it’s not supposed to be maternity wear, but it actually is really good for the maternity. We do have some things that I am still trying to rock!” she added.
The Love on Top singer publicly announced she and husband Jay-Z are expecting their first child together at the MTV Video Music Awards in August, and while she said it had been hard to conceal her baby bump, she is now “proud” to show it off to the world.
“I am having so much fun, it has been the most fun time now that it has been announced,” she said.
“It was really difficult to conceal. But now I can be proud and excited about it, I’m having so much fun shopping — it’s great!”
Although they were not designed as maternity wear, Beyonce, 30, is still wearing lines from her new range, and they are fitting her well.
“What I’m wearing today is part of the collection; it’s not supposed to be maternity wear, but it actually is really good for the maternity. We do have some things that I am still trying to rock!” she added.
CHRISTINA RICCI GETS STAGE FRIGHT
CHRISTINA Ricci still gets “really bad stage fright”.
The Pan Am actress — who wowed theater goers and critics with her performance on Broadway in Time Stands Still opposite Laura Linney last year — is slowly getting over her nerves but still gets “really scared” before a performance.
“When I was younger I had really bad stage fright, and when I got older, I kinda forgot about having stage fright and was more open to doing plays. I felt less scared, but I’m still really scared. I felt less crippled than I have in the past,” she said.
Christina, 31, shot to fame as a child star with roles in movies includingMermaids, Casper and The Adams Family and credits her early acting days with giving her “depth” as an actress.
“I loved playing the roles that I did as a child. I’ve always been quite happy with the identity they’ve given me as long as people don’t take that too literally. I think they gave me a great depth of position as an actress from which to start my adult career,” she said.
The Pan Am actress — who wowed theater goers and critics with her performance on Broadway in Time Stands Still opposite Laura Linney last year — is slowly getting over her nerves but still gets “really scared” before a performance.
“When I was younger I had really bad stage fright, and when I got older, I kinda forgot about having stage fright and was more open to doing plays. I felt less scared, but I’m still really scared. I felt less crippled than I have in the past,” she said.
Christina, 31, shot to fame as a child star with roles in movies includingMermaids, Casper and The Adams Family and credits her early acting days with giving her “depth” as an actress.
“I loved playing the roles that I did as a child. I’ve always been quite happy with the identity they’ve given me as long as people don’t take that too literally. I think they gave me a great depth of position as an actress from which to start my adult career,” she said.
NICOLE SCHERZINGER CRIED WHEN OFFERED X FACTOR GIG
NICOLE Scherzinger “cried” when she was offered a judging role on The X Factor.
The former Pussycat Dolls singer — who was a guest panelist on the UK series last year — was promoted from co-host to a panelist position on the new US version of the pop star search show following the departure of Cheryl Coleand admits she is “honored” to have the job.
“It’s an honor. I’m not going to lie, I cried when Simon told me,” she said.
Show chief Simon Cowell says he takes “full responsibility” for Cheryl’s firing after just two weeks of auditions on the US series, saying he felt she seemed “bewildered” by life in America, which convinced him she’d be better off back in the UK, even though she eventually rejected the offer of getting her old job back on the British show.
“She looked a bit bewildered. I took the view along with a few other people that she would have been more comfortable back in the UK,” he said.
“That’s what you have to do when you produce – you have to make decisions in the moment, and I take full responsibility for it.”
Meanwhile, Simon feels he has “met his match” in fellow judge L.A Reid, though he admits he is finding the record executive difficult to work with.
“I’ve kind of met my match with him … he’s very, very difficult to work with. Very petty,” he said.
The music mogul also described Nicole as “nuts” and likens working with former ‘American Idol’ colleague Paula Abdul again as being reunited with a lost dog.
“Nicole is fantastically self-centered … actually she’s nuts. Every city she went to, she developed a different accent,” he said.
“Paula is like … if you’ve lost your dog and it goes to the pound, and then the pound calls you to say, ‘We found your dog, will you come to collect it?’ Imagine that emotion when the dog sees its owner again.”
The former Pussycat Dolls singer — who was a guest panelist on the UK series last year — was promoted from co-host to a panelist position on the new US version of the pop star search show following the departure of Cheryl Coleand admits she is “honored” to have the job.
“It’s an honor. I’m not going to lie, I cried when Simon told me,” she said.
Show chief Simon Cowell says he takes “full responsibility” for Cheryl’s firing after just two weeks of auditions on the US series, saying he felt she seemed “bewildered” by life in America, which convinced him she’d be better off back in the UK, even though she eventually rejected the offer of getting her old job back on the British show.
“She looked a bit bewildered. I took the view along with a few other people that she would have been more comfortable back in the UK,” he said.
“That’s what you have to do when you produce – you have to make decisions in the moment, and I take full responsibility for it.”
Meanwhile, Simon feels he has “met his match” in fellow judge L.A Reid, though he admits he is finding the record executive difficult to work with.
“I’ve kind of met my match with him … he’s very, very difficult to work with. Very petty,” he said.
The music mogul also described Nicole as “nuts” and likens working with former ‘American Idol’ colleague Paula Abdul again as being reunited with a lost dog.
“Nicole is fantastically self-centered … actually she’s nuts. Every city she went to, she developed a different accent,” he said.
“Paula is like … if you’ve lost your dog and it goes to the pound, and then the pound calls you to say, ‘We found your dog, will you come to collect it?’ Imagine that emotion when the dog sees its owner again.”
OLIVIA WILDE IS DATING AGAIN
OLIVIA Wilde has confirmed she is dating — but won’t reveal who.
The Cowboys & Aliens star has been linked to several famous men, includingBradley Cooper and Justin Timberlake, since she separated from her husband Tao Ruspoli in February after almost eight years of marriage.
Although she is happy to admit she is seeing someone, Olivia is remaining tight-lipped on who, but she has revealed she expects a guy to surprise her with his choice of date location.
When asked if she is currently dating, she said, “Yeah. I like it if the guy possesses creativity and doesn’t take me to a boring restaurant or a boring whatever but comes up with an interesting location. I like to be surprised, for sure.”
Olivia — who tied the knot with Italian-American filmmaker Tao in secret when she was just 19 — has also revealed the breakdown of her marriage has had a “humbling” effect on her.
The 27-year-old actress insists she has learned a lot about herself by not being in a committed relationship.
“It’s (divorce) is traumatic and humbling, and for the first time I’m a bit rickety,” she added.
“But I think it’s very healthy to spend time alone. You need to learn how to be alone and not be defined by another person. But still, you don’t feel so good — more like you’ve failed. I’m afraid that people think I didn’t try enough or something, or I don’t live up to any sort of ideal … I’m sure it makes you a more empathetic person.”
The Cowboys & Aliens star has been linked to several famous men, includingBradley Cooper and Justin Timberlake, since she separated from her husband Tao Ruspoli in February after almost eight years of marriage.
Although she is happy to admit she is seeing someone, Olivia is remaining tight-lipped on who, but she has revealed she expects a guy to surprise her with his choice of date location.
When asked if she is currently dating, she said, “Yeah. I like it if the guy possesses creativity and doesn’t take me to a boring restaurant or a boring whatever but comes up with an interesting location. I like to be surprised, for sure.”
Olivia — who tied the knot with Italian-American filmmaker Tao in secret when she was just 19 — has also revealed the breakdown of her marriage has had a “humbling” effect on her.
The 27-year-old actress insists she has learned a lot about herself by not being in a committed relationship.
“It’s (divorce) is traumatic and humbling, and for the first time I’m a bit rickety,” she added.
“But I think it’s very healthy to spend time alone. You need to learn how to be alone and not be defined by another person. But still, you don’t feel so good — more like you’ve failed. I’m afraid that people think I didn’t try enough or something, or I don’t live up to any sort of ideal … I’m sure it makes you a more empathetic person.”
BRITNEY SPEARS THINKS SONS WILL BE PERFORMERS
BRITNEY Spears thinks her sons will “definitely” be performers when they are older.
The Hold It Against Me hitmaker takes her family on the road with her and says her boys, Sean Preston, six, and five-year-old Jayden James — her children with ex-husband Kevin Federline — already love to show off what they have learned from her dancers.
“When I’m on the road they come with me and they love being on the road. When I was younger I was always on the road and it’s always exciting,” Britney said.
“They are in awe, they come home and copy the dancers and the dancers’ moves and try to get on their heads and do spins and do all these things. They’ll definitely, probably be, in the entertainment businesses.”
The pop star — who is in a relationship with her former agent Jason Trawick – was placed under a conservatorship following her much-publicized meltdown in 2008 but she feels she is now in a “good place” in all aspects of her life.
“I’m in a very good place. I’m busy, I’m doing what I love, my family is great … I’m finding my whole click with life,” she said.
The Hold It Against Me hitmaker takes her family on the road with her and says her boys, Sean Preston, six, and five-year-old Jayden James — her children with ex-husband Kevin Federline — already love to show off what they have learned from her dancers.
“When I’m on the road they come with me and they love being on the road. When I was younger I was always on the road and it’s always exciting,” Britney said.
“They are in awe, they come home and copy the dancers and the dancers’ moves and try to get on their heads and do spins and do all these things. They’ll definitely, probably be, in the entertainment businesses.”
The pop star — who is in a relationship with her former agent Jason Trawick – was placed under a conservatorship following her much-publicized meltdown in 2008 but she feels she is now in a “good place” in all aspects of her life.
“I’m in a very good place. I’m busy, I’m doing what I love, my family is great … I’m finding my whole click with life,” she said.
RUSSELL BRAND WANTS TO JOIN BOARD OF WEST HAM UNITED
RUSSELL Brand wants to get officially hammered!
The soccer mad Arthur star is rumored to be considering joining the board of his beloved West Ham United — if wifeKaty Perry lets him.
“Russell is a huge Hammers fan and has always dreamt of having an involvement in the club,” reports a source close to the star.
“He’s too old to be a player and hasn’t the time to be a manager so being on the board is the next best thing. He’s mentioned it to Katy but she thinks he’s joking when in fact he’s deadly serious about it.”
The soccer mad Arthur star is rumored to be considering joining the board of his beloved West Ham United — if wifeKaty Perry lets him.
“Russell is a huge Hammers fan and has always dreamt of having an involvement in the club,” reports a source close to the star.
“He’s too old to be a player and hasn’t the time to be a manager so being on the board is the next best thing. He’s mentioned it to Katy but she thinks he’s joking when in fact he’s deadly serious about it.”
JULIANNE MOORE GETTING SILLIER WITH AGE
JULIANNE Moore says she’s getting sillier as she gets older.
The Oscar winning Hours actress says at 50 she feels her most dramatic days are over and she looking to have more fun on film.
“I think the older you get the less appealing tragedy becomes,” says Julianne.
“Life is tough and tough things happen and you just really feel the need, the desire, to laugh. That’s why I feel drawn to comedy now. I’m still looking at other projects but I feel comedy is exciting me more than dramatic roles.”
The Oscar winning Hours actress says at 50 she feels her most dramatic days are over and she looking to have more fun on film.
“I think the older you get the less appealing tragedy becomes,” says Julianne.
“Life is tough and tough things happen and you just really feel the need, the desire, to laugh. That’s why I feel drawn to comedy now. I’m still looking at other projects but I feel comedy is exciting me more than dramatic roles.”
JOSEPH GORDON LEVITT: ‘SHAVING HEAD WAS NERVE-WRACKING’
ACTOR Joseph Gordon Levitt has described shaving his head in front of the cameras for new movie 50/50 as the most hair-raising moment of his career.
The Inception star was filmed shaving his hair off for real for the comedy in which he plays a young man diagnosed with cancer.
“Normally when you’re making a movie, if something doesn’t go right, you can do it again,” explains Joseph.
“But when you’re shaving your head for real, you can’t just go and do that again. There was an added thrill to that but it was nerve-wracking at the same time. I was terrified of messing up.”
The Inception star was filmed shaving his hair off for real for the comedy in which he plays a young man diagnosed with cancer.
“Normally when you’re making a movie, if something doesn’t go right, you can do it again,” explains Joseph.
“But when you’re shaving your head for real, you can’t just go and do that again. There was an added thrill to that but it was nerve-wracking at the same time. I was terrified of messing up.”
EVANGELINE LILLY FEARS HOBBIT FANS
EVANGELINE Lilly fears the wrath of Middle Earth’s most devoted followers.
The Canadian beauty is playing a brand new character in Peter Jackson‘s adaptation of Lord of the Rings prequel,The Hobbit, and she thinks Tolkein fanatics might not like her for it.
“I am very concerned that people will watch, and I’ll be the black mark on the film,” says Evangeline.
“I know how adamant the purists are and I’m one of them!
“That said, upon reading The Hobbitagain, as an adult, I can see why additional characters were needed to round out the story as an adaptation — especially female characters!
“The Hobbit didn’t include female characters at all. What they have done is all in perfect keeping with J.R.R. Tolkien‘s world, while adding a third dimension to an otherwise very two-dimensional story.”
The Canadian beauty is playing a brand new character in Peter Jackson‘s adaptation of Lord of the Rings prequel,The Hobbit, and she thinks Tolkein fanatics might not like her for it.
“I am very concerned that people will watch, and I’ll be the black mark on the film,” says Evangeline.
“I know how adamant the purists are and I’m one of them!
“That said, upon reading The Hobbitagain, as an adult, I can see why additional characters were needed to round out the story as an adaptation — especially female characters!
“The Hobbit didn’t include female characters at all. What they have done is all in perfect keeping with J.R.R. Tolkien‘s world, while adding a third dimension to an otherwise very two-dimensional story.”
TAYLOR LAUTNER CAN DOUBLE YOUR POPULATION!
TAYLOR Lautner draws a crowd wherever he goes!
The hunky Twilight star admits he is staggered and the dedication of his traveling fanbase after they descended on the remote location of his latest movie — more than doubling the town’s population! ”
“We were filming in this random city called Sutersville in Pennsylvania and it had a population of 600 people,” explains Taylor on shooting thrillerAbduction.
“One night, we had over 800 girls on set. It was pretty impressive because only about 600 people live in this town. They were all very well behaved fans though.”
Lautner — who portrays werewolf heartthrob Jacob Black in the Twilightfranchise — recently admitted he would be “crushed” if a woman turned him down.
“I can relate to Jacob’s feelings in Breaking Dawn. When he gets the invitation to the wedding, he doesn’t handle it very well,” he said.
“I don’t think I would either. If I were in love with a girl and she told me she was marrying somebody else, would crush me. That’s what it does. It destroys Jacob.”
The hunky Twilight star admits he is staggered and the dedication of his traveling fanbase after they descended on the remote location of his latest movie — more than doubling the town’s population! ”
“We were filming in this random city called Sutersville in Pennsylvania and it had a population of 600 people,” explains Taylor on shooting thrillerAbduction.
“One night, we had over 800 girls on set. It was pretty impressive because only about 600 people live in this town. They were all very well behaved fans though.”
Lautner — who portrays werewolf heartthrob Jacob Black in the Twilightfranchise — recently admitted he would be “crushed” if a woman turned him down.
“I can relate to Jacob’s feelings in Breaking Dawn. When he gets the invitation to the wedding, he doesn’t handle it very well,” he said.
“I don’t think I would either. If I were in love with a girl and she told me she was marrying somebody else, would crush me. That’s what it does. It destroys Jacob.”
RICKI LAKE WANTS TO PULL A KIRSTIE ALLEY!
RICKI Lake is losing weight!
The TV star says preparing for her stint on Dancing with the Stars has helped her drop 8 ½ inches.
“I’m hoping to pull a Kirstie Alley,” she said.
“Every part of my body hurts. … When I went in for a costume fitting, I’ve lost 8 ½ inches. Three inches in my waist. Three in my hips. Over an inch in my thighs and another inch and a half on my arms. It’s crazy.
“My weakness is bread. That is absolutely the hardest thing to give up. Pizza is my favorite.
“Having my costumes taken in is the best feeling in the world.
“I’m a little self conscious of my arms and my back fat but they’re trimming down really quickly. So I think the longer I’m in the competition, the better I’ll feel about my body.”
The TV star says preparing for her stint on Dancing with the Stars has helped her drop 8 ½ inches.
“I’m hoping to pull a Kirstie Alley,” she said.
“Every part of my body hurts. … When I went in for a costume fitting, I’ve lost 8 ½ inches. Three inches in my waist. Three in my hips. Over an inch in my thighs and another inch and a half on my arms. It’s crazy.
“My weakness is bread. That is absolutely the hardest thing to give up. Pizza is my favorite.
“Having my costumes taken in is the best feeling in the world.
“I’m a little self conscious of my arms and my back fat but they’re trimming down really quickly. So I think the longer I’m in the competition, the better I’ll feel about my body.”
KATIE HOLMES IS A FOODIE
KATIE Holmes loves her food!
The actress — who’s married to actorTom Cruise — was apparently first in line when Per Se chef Thomas Kelleroffered celebs the chance to join him in the pastry kitchen at his Bouchon in Beverly Hills.
Holmes seemed to know her way around a pastry bag as she filled French macarons in assorted flavors, according to New York Post gossip column Page Six. She also rolled and baked her own baguettes and took some home in a brown bag for Cruise and daughter Suri.
Katie recently admitted she dances in her car.
“In my kitchen, a lot of times, I practice. I do dance in my car. In fact — I’ve gotten caught before,” she said.
“But it doesn’t stop me because I think, ‘You know what? I like to do it.’ And when I see other people do it, I’m like, ‘That’s right, enjoy it!’”
The actress — who’s married to actorTom Cruise — was apparently first in line when Per Se chef Thomas Kelleroffered celebs the chance to join him in the pastry kitchen at his Bouchon in Beverly Hills.
Holmes seemed to know her way around a pastry bag as she filled French macarons in assorted flavors, according to New York Post gossip column Page Six. She also rolled and baked her own baguettes and took some home in a brown bag for Cruise and daughter Suri.
Katie recently admitted she dances in her car.
“In my kitchen, a lot of times, I practice. I do dance in my car. In fact — I’ve gotten caught before,” she said.
“But it doesn’t stop me because I think, ‘You know what? I like to do it.’ And when I see other people do it, I’m like, ‘That’s right, enjoy it!’”
JENNIFER ANISTON — NUISANCE NEIGHBOR
JENNIFER Aniston is a nuisance neighbor.
The former Friends actress is said to be causing mayhem in her Hollywood Hills neighborhood — which she moved into this summer — because of the paparazzi who follow her every move.
A swarm of photographers have moved into the area have been creating problems for a number of weeks, enraging locals.
“They have been causing traffic problems, blocking driveways, and even causing a few minor car accidents,” a source said. “The neighbors have had enough.
“Several complaints have been filed. Police have drastically increased their presence in the surrounding areas in a bid to maintain peace in the area.”
Recent reports claimed Aniston — who has moved in with boyfriend Justin Theroux— is keen to replace her old pooch Norman.
“Jen wants to get a dog as soon as she is settled,” says a source close to the star.
“Justin has offered to get her a pedigree dog but she only wants a rescue animal. She’s checking out shelters for something suitable although she knows she will never replace Norman.”
The former Friends actress is said to be causing mayhem in her Hollywood Hills neighborhood — which she moved into this summer — because of the paparazzi who follow her every move.
A swarm of photographers have moved into the area have been creating problems for a number of weeks, enraging locals.
“They have been causing traffic problems, blocking driveways, and even causing a few minor car accidents,” a source said. “The neighbors have had enough.
“Several complaints have been filed. Police have drastically increased their presence in the surrounding areas in a bid to maintain peace in the area.”
Recent reports claimed Aniston — who has moved in with boyfriend Justin Theroux— is keen to replace her old pooch Norman.
“Jen wants to get a dog as soon as she is settled,” says a source close to the star.
“Justin has offered to get her a pedigree dog but she only wants a rescue animal. She’s checking out shelters for something suitable although she knows she will never replace Norman.”
CHRISTINA HENDRICKS IN NO RUSH TO HAVE KIDS
CHRISTINA Hendircks is in no rush to start a family.
The Mad Men actress — who’s married to actor Geoffrey Arend — says she’s not ready to start a family.
“We enjoy other people’s kids very much,” she said. “We’re having fun right now.
“We’ve been doing a lot of traveling and different jobs and going back and forth. My husband does so much to help me, and I do as much to help him as possible. If one day he’s off from work, he’ll help me to do something — and vice versa
“I don’t freak myself out if something doesn’t happen.”
Hendricks recently revealed she loves milking cows.
“I love being outdoors — I mean, you’d never think it in my high heels and pencil skirt. But I miss the smell of hay and farms and I like milking a cow!” she said.
The Mad Men actress — who’s married to actor Geoffrey Arend — says she’s not ready to start a family.
“We enjoy other people’s kids very much,” she said. “We’re having fun right now.
“We’ve been doing a lot of traveling and different jobs and going back and forth. My husband does so much to help me, and I do as much to help him as possible. If one day he’s off from work, he’ll help me to do something — and vice versa
“I don’t freak myself out if something doesn’t happen.”
Hendricks recently revealed she loves milking cows.
“I love being outdoors — I mean, you’d never think it in my high heels and pencil skirt. But I miss the smell of hay and farms and I like milking a cow!” she said.
TRACY MORGAN ENGAGED TO GIRLFRIEND
TRACY Morgan is getting married.
The 30 Rock funnyman has announced his engagement to his girlfriend, modelMegan Wallover.
“We got engaged six months ago!” he said.
“We were in San Francisco,” Wallover explained. “It was pretty traditional. It wasn’t anything crazy. He was on bended knee.”
This will be the second marriage for Morgan, who filed for divorce from wife Sabrina in 2009 after 23 years of marriage. The couple has three sons together.
The 30 Rock funnyman has announced his engagement to his girlfriend, modelMegan Wallover.
“We got engaged six months ago!” he said.
“We were in San Francisco,” Wallover explained. “It was pretty traditional. It wasn’t anything crazy. He was on bended knee.”
This will be the second marriage for Morgan, who filed for divorce from wife Sabrina in 2009 after 23 years of marriage. The couple has three sons together.
SIGOURNEY WEAVER GETS GREAT ROLES
SIGOURNEY Weaver insists she isn’t a victim of agism in Hollywood — because she’s been offered some “lovely” parts over the past few years.
The actress, 61, insists that her advancing years doesn’t mean an end to good roles as she believes truly great films will always have a wide range of interesting characters.
“There are plenty of parts. Is it easy to get interesting parts for anyone? That’s a different question,” she said. “For women over 40, there are lots of lovely parts actually — because stories don’t function based on just young people. There’s always parts.
“I say this, coming from the theater, isAbduction has a great range of characters. A good story always has a good range of characters.
“I’ve always loved going from playing the lead in one thing and supporting in another, comedy or drama. That’s what gives me a workout so that I can be a real acting athlete. That’s my goal, I like the different challenges.”
Weaver recently insisted she’s growing old gracefully.
“It’s important to grow old gracefully and that’s what I plan to do,” she said. “I am here to stay. I take care of myself and I have the discipline to stay fit and have good health until I am very old.
“I’m not planning on retiring and in many ways, professionally at least, I think my best days are still to come.”
The actress, 61, insists that her advancing years doesn’t mean an end to good roles as she believes truly great films will always have a wide range of interesting characters.
“There are plenty of parts. Is it easy to get interesting parts for anyone? That’s a different question,” she said. “For women over 40, there are lots of lovely parts actually — because stories don’t function based on just young people. There’s always parts.
“I say this, coming from the theater, isAbduction has a great range of characters. A good story always has a good range of characters.
“I’ve always loved going from playing the lead in one thing and supporting in another, comedy or drama. That’s what gives me a workout so that I can be a real acting athlete. That’s my goal, I like the different challenges.”
Weaver recently insisted she’s growing old gracefully.
“It’s important to grow old gracefully and that’s what I plan to do,” she said. “I am here to stay. I take care of myself and I have the discipline to stay fit and have good health until I am very old.
“I’m not planning on retiring and in many ways, professionally at least, I think my best days are still to come.”
EMMA WATSON WON’T WEAR TOO MUCH MAKE-UP
EMMA Watson prefers to look natural.
The Harry Potter actress says her biggest beauty faux-pas is wearing too much make-up.
“The funny thing about me is that I do have a lot of products — I’ve always loved make-up and its ability to transform you. But I don’t actually wear a lot of it, so there is an irony that I own so much of it but wear so little. But I do love beauty products,” she said.
“But wearing too much make-up has been my biggest beauty faux-pas. I truly, truly believe that beauty is something that comes from within. You can only really look beautiful if you feel beautiful on the inside. It shows through your face, the way you move and the way you hold yourself.”
Watson recently admitted she can’t wait to have kids.
“I have very strong family values and I definitely hope that will be in my future,” she said last month.
“I can’t wait to be a mum and have my own family one day.”
The Harry Potter actress says her biggest beauty faux-pas is wearing too much make-up.
“The funny thing about me is that I do have a lot of products — I’ve always loved make-up and its ability to transform you. But I don’t actually wear a lot of it, so there is an irony that I own so much of it but wear so little. But I do love beauty products,” she said.
“But wearing too much make-up has been my biggest beauty faux-pas. I truly, truly believe that beauty is something that comes from within. You can only really look beautiful if you feel beautiful on the inside. It shows through your face, the way you move and the way you hold yourself.”
Watson recently admitted she can’t wait to have kids.
“I have very strong family values and I definitely hope that will be in my future,” she said last month.
“I can’t wait to be a mum and have my own family one day.”
KATE GOSSELIN FINED FOR SPEEDING
KATE Gosselin has been slapped with a $174 fine after she was caught speeding.
The Kate Plus 8 star was forced to pay the penalty after a Pennsylvania state trooper slapped her with a speeding citation in Brecknock Township in central P.A. last month for doing 88 miles per hour in a 65 mph zone.
Kate pleaded guilty by mail on Aug. 17, and paid $174 in fines and court costs, according to The Intelligencer Journal of Lancaster.
The mother of twins and sextuplets tried to talk her way out of the ticket by telling the trooper she was hurrying home to her children when she was stopped around 1:37 a.m. on Aug. 9.
Kate recently admitted she’s worried about her future following the cancellation of her reality show.
“I’m freaking out. Big time,” she told People magazine.
“Nobody was ready to leave the show. I’ve never quit a job in my life without having something else lined up. I don’t know what’s next.
“I told the kids I will work my fingers to the bone to make sure that they can stay here and go to their school.
“There are no guarantees in life for anyone, but they know that I’m giving it my best shot.”
The Kate Plus 8 star was forced to pay the penalty after a Pennsylvania state trooper slapped her with a speeding citation in Brecknock Township in central P.A. last month for doing 88 miles per hour in a 65 mph zone.
Kate pleaded guilty by mail on Aug. 17, and paid $174 in fines and court costs, according to The Intelligencer Journal of Lancaster.
The mother of twins and sextuplets tried to talk her way out of the ticket by telling the trooper she was hurrying home to her children when she was stopped around 1:37 a.m. on Aug. 9.
Kate recently admitted she’s worried about her future following the cancellation of her reality show.
“I’m freaking out. Big time,” she told People magazine.
“Nobody was ready to leave the show. I’ve never quit a job in my life without having something else lined up. I don’t know what’s next.
“I told the kids I will work my fingers to the bone to make sure that they can stay here and go to their school.
“There are no guarantees in life for anyone, but they know that I’m giving it my best shot.”
VANESSSA HUDGENS DATING AUSTIN BUTLER?
VANESSA Hudgens has a new man in her life.
According to People magazine, the former High School Musical star — who recently insisted she’s single — has hooked up with actor Austin Butler.
The pair were photographed smooching at a 30th birthday party at Hollywood hotspot Lexington Social House on Saturday for pal Ashley Tisdale‘s sister, Jennifer.
“They were together but in a large group,” said an onlooker.
“They were not doing anything to show that they were really together romantically but they were definitely hanging out and having fun.”
Butler, who once played Jamie Lynn Spears‘ love interest on Zoey 101, recently starred in Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure alongside Tisdale.
Hudgens recently admitted she finds it “fun” looking out for cute guys.
“I think it’s really important to love yourself and truly just be happy with yourself and just kind of let the rest of it fall into place,” she said.
“It is fun to go look at cute boys. But at the same time, I like being single. I feel like I have all this time for myself to be able to do these roles.”
According to People magazine, the former High School Musical star — who recently insisted she’s single — has hooked up with actor Austin Butler.
The pair were photographed smooching at a 30th birthday party at Hollywood hotspot Lexington Social House on Saturday for pal Ashley Tisdale‘s sister, Jennifer.
“They were together but in a large group,” said an onlooker.
“They were not doing anything to show that they were really together romantically but they were definitely hanging out and having fun.”
Butler, who once played Jamie Lynn Spears‘ love interest on Zoey 101, recently starred in Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure alongside Tisdale.
Hudgens recently admitted she finds it “fun” looking out for cute guys.
“I think it’s really important to love yourself and truly just be happy with yourself and just kind of let the rest of it fall into place,” she said.
“It is fun to go look at cute boys. But at the same time, I like being single. I feel like I have all this time for myself to be able to do these roles.”
LEA MICHELE SPLITS FROM BOYFRIEND THEO STOCKMAN
LEA Michele is back on the market.
The Glee actress has reportedly split from boyfriend Theo Stockman.
The couple have been dating for over a year and vacationed together in Hawaii in July.
Michele went solo to Sunday night’s Emmy Awards and later hung with costar Amber Riley at FOX’s Emmy bash at Fig & Olive.
Lea has previously admitted she likes being in a relationship.
“I’m a relationship girl,” she toldGlamour magazine in 2010.
“I would rather be in a long distance relationship with him than not have a relationship at all.”
The Glee actress has reportedly split from boyfriend Theo Stockman.
The couple have been dating for over a year and vacationed together in Hawaii in July.
Michele went solo to Sunday night’s Emmy Awards and later hung with costar Amber Riley at FOX’s Emmy bash at Fig & Olive.
Lea has previously admitted she likes being in a relationship.
“I’m a relationship girl,” she toldGlamour magazine in 2010.
“I would rather be in a long distance relationship with him than not have a relationship at all.”
CHARLIE SHEEN GETS $100 MILLION SETTLEMENT
CHARLIE Sheen is a $100 million richer.
The actor has reportedly settled his dispute with Warner Brothers.
According to Us Weekly and TMZ, the former Two and a Half Men star will get an immediate payout of $25 million, which will spiral to $100 million in syndication profits over the next decade.
Sheen was famously fired from the show after publicly feuding with the show’s creator, Chuck Lorre.
Two And A Half Men, featuring Sheen’s replacement, Ashton Kutcher, premiered Monday night on CBS. Sheen’s rep could not be reached.
The actor has reportedly settled his dispute with Warner Brothers.
According to Us Weekly and TMZ, the former Two and a Half Men star will get an immediate payout of $25 million, which will spiral to $100 million in syndication profits over the next decade.
Sheen was famously fired from the show after publicly feuding with the show’s creator, Chuck Lorre.
Two And A Half Men, featuring Sheen’s replacement, Ashton Kutcher, premiered Monday night on CBS. Sheen’s rep could not be reached.
NE-YO ENGAGED, EXPECTING SECOND CHILD!
SINGER Ne-Yo is gonna be a daddy again — and he’s engaged!
The So Sick hitmaker — real nameShaffer Chimere Smith — and his longtime girlfriend, Atlanta boutique owner Monyetta Shaw, are engaged and expecting their second child together.
Ne-Yo, 31, became a first-time dad in November 2010, when Shaw gave birth to daughter Madilyn Grace.
Us Weekly reports that the baby is due in October and Shaw is already hard at work opening Emaralyn and Ester, a new boutique in Atlanta’s Buckhead district.
Ne-Yo has previously admitted he has cheated on his girlfriends.
“Talking about men cheating, I have to say, each to their own,” he said. “I can’t just say they’re all bad as I’ve been guilty of it myself.
“There are times when I know I’m not the nicest person, when I know what I’m doing is wrong.
“But then sometimes you have to figure out what’s really important to you. There are times when I get upset, there’s an ugly side to me – it’s not all smiles.”
The So Sick hitmaker — real nameShaffer Chimere Smith — and his longtime girlfriend, Atlanta boutique owner Monyetta Shaw, are engaged and expecting their second child together.
Ne-Yo, 31, became a first-time dad in November 2010, when Shaw gave birth to daughter Madilyn Grace.
Us Weekly reports that the baby is due in October and Shaw is already hard at work opening Emaralyn and Ester, a new boutique in Atlanta’s Buckhead district.
Ne-Yo has previously admitted he has cheated on his girlfriends.
“Talking about men cheating, I have to say, each to their own,” he said. “I can’t just say they’re all bad as I’ve been guilty of it myself.
“There are times when I know I’m not the nicest person, when I know what I’m doing is wrong.
“But then sometimes you have to figure out what’s really important to you. There are times when I get upset, there’s an ugly side to me – it’s not all smiles.”
DAVID ARQUETTE RELATES TO CHAZ BONO
DAVID Arquette can relate to Chaz Bono because his sibling Alexis also went through a sex change.
The Scream 4 actor is competing against Chaz — who was born a girl named Chastity and began gender reassignment surgery around three years ago — in the current series ofDancing with the Stars and says he knows what he is going through because his sister had a similar experience.
“It’s really admirable of him to step out and put up with the criticism and be himself, and be comfortable with himself. It’s just been great,” he said.
“I didn’t know Chaz before but going on there, but with Alexis I saw how vicious people can be, and I saw what a real emotional journey it is for someone who doesn’t feel comfortable in the sex that they were given as a child. So I understand how he feels, and I also see how natural it is.”
David is sure Alexis — who is an actress and musician — will be watching the show but hopes she shows family loyalty when it comes to voting.
“She better vote for me!” he said.
The Scream 4 actor is competing against Chaz — who was born a girl named Chastity and began gender reassignment surgery around three years ago — in the current series ofDancing with the Stars and says he knows what he is going through because his sister had a similar experience.
“It’s really admirable of him to step out and put up with the criticism and be himself, and be comfortable with himself. It’s just been great,” he said.
“I didn’t know Chaz before but going on there, but with Alexis I saw how vicious people can be, and I saw what a real emotional journey it is for someone who doesn’t feel comfortable in the sex that they were given as a child. So I understand how he feels, and I also see how natural it is.”
David is sure Alexis — who is an actress and musician — will be watching the show but hopes she shows family loyalty when it comes to voting.
“She better vote for me!” he said.
BRITNEY SPEARS NOT READY TO WED BEAU
BRITNEY Spears insists she is not yet ready to walk down the aisle with Jason Trawick.
The Toxic singer reportedly told Britain’s Metro newspaper that she’s in no rush to marry — despite recent rumors she had gotten engaged.
Spears raises two little boys Sean Preston, six, and five-year-old Jayden James, with ex-husband Kevin Federline.
Meanwhile, Spears has revealed she sees exercise as “spiritual thing”.
“[Exercise] is a spiritual thing, it helps your mind and your body and it’s all connected. So, yes, I think it’s really important to take care of yourself in that way,” she said.
“I work out every other day, and sometimes every day. I run a lot on the treadmills in hotels when I’m on tour and I do light weights and a little bit of cardio.”
The Toxic singer reportedly told Britain’s Metro newspaper that she’s in no rush to marry — despite recent rumors she had gotten engaged.
Spears raises two little boys Sean Preston, six, and five-year-old Jayden James, with ex-husband Kevin Federline.
Meanwhile, Spears has revealed she sees exercise as “spiritual thing”.
“[Exercise] is a spiritual thing, it helps your mind and your body and it’s all connected. So, yes, I think it’s really important to take care of yourself in that way,” she said.
“I work out every other day, and sometimes every day. I run a lot on the treadmills in hotels when I’m on tour and I do light weights and a little bit of cardio.”
RYAN GOSLING WANTS TO BE SUPERHERO!
RYAN Gosling says no one wants him to be a superhero!
The actor admits he’s keen to play a caped-crusader, but hasn’t been offered any roles.
“I really wanted to make a super-hero film but all the good ones were taken so I thought I would have to make my own at this point,” Gosling said.
“But when I read this script [Drive] I thought there was a way to do that with this stunt driver stuck in the mythology of movies, and that he had become so far removed and watched so many movies, that he started to see his life as one.
“It was one of the most amazing times I’ve ever had preparing for a film. Basically we would show up to an empty parking lot, there would be a new Mustang or new Camaro and we would drive it until it starts smoking and wouldn’t run anymore.
“And then someone would take it away and we’d go home and wait for someone to either fix the car or bring us a new one, and then would just do it again.”
The actor admits he’s keen to play a caped-crusader, but hasn’t been offered any roles.
“I really wanted to make a super-hero film but all the good ones were taken so I thought I would have to make my own at this point,” Gosling said.
“But when I read this script [Drive] I thought there was a way to do that with this stunt driver stuck in the mythology of movies, and that he had become so far removed and watched so many movies, that he started to see his life as one.
“It was one of the most amazing times I’ve ever had preparing for a film. Basically we would show up to an empty parking lot, there would be a new Mustang or new Camaro and we would drive it until it starts smoking and wouldn’t run anymore.
“And then someone would take it away and we’d go home and wait for someone to either fix the car or bring us a new one, and then would just do it again.”
DANIEL CRAIG AND RACHEL WEISZ TO START FAMILY?
RACHEL Weisz and Daniel Craig are reportedly planning to have a child together!
The couple — who married earlier this year — are keen to start a family.
“They really want to make their own family,” an insider tells Star magazine. “It’s very important for them to have a child together — and soon.
“Rachel and Daniel fell hard for each other. He’d give her the moon and stars if she wanted, and what she really wants is a baby. He’s completely happy to have a child with her.
“Rachel was pretty much a workaholic throughout her 30s and privately has said that her relationship with Darren failed because she didn’t have a healthier work-home balance. She doesn’t want to make the same mistake twice — and she thinks Daniel is amazing. She already jokes that their child will be Baby Bond!”
The couple both have kids from previous relationships. Rachel, 41, is mommy to five-year-old son Henry with ex-partner Darren Aronofsky, and 007 star Daniel, 43, has a 19- year-old daughter Ella with ex-wife Fiona Loudon.
The couple — who married earlier this year — are keen to start a family.
“They really want to make their own family,” an insider tells Star magazine. “It’s very important for them to have a child together — and soon.
“Rachel and Daniel fell hard for each other. He’d give her the moon and stars if she wanted, and what she really wants is a baby. He’s completely happy to have a child with her.
“Rachel was pretty much a workaholic throughout her 30s and privately has said that her relationship with Darren failed because she didn’t have a healthier work-home balance. She doesn’t want to make the same mistake twice — and she thinks Daniel is amazing. She already jokes that their child will be Baby Bond!”
The couple both have kids from previous relationships. Rachel, 41, is mommy to five-year-old son Henry with ex-partner Darren Aronofsky, and 007 star Daniel, 43, has a 19- year-old daughter Ella with ex-wife Fiona Loudon.
ROBERT PATTINSON DISSED TWILIGHT!
ROBERT Pattinson dissed Twilightbefore he began work on the famous film franchise.
Natalia Tena, who plays a prostitute alongside Pattinson in forthcoming filmBel Ami, says the actor didn’t think much of the series on which he’s made his name.
“We had this summer of being really close. I remember Robert taking me out a few months later. He was like, ‘I’m just saying goodbye because I’m going to America for a few months to do some vampire thing,” she said.
Meanwhile, sources say Rob wants to destroy his heartthrob reputation.
“Robert is excited about moving on to other more diverse roles after <em>Twilight</em> and playing a villain is very appealing to him,” dished one insider.
“One character he is fascinated with would see him playing a serial killer while there are others for villainous characters in major Hollywood blockbusters as well as an indy movie. Robert wants to show he has range to his acting and doesn’t want to be typecast as the hero or heartthrob.”
Natalia Tena, who plays a prostitute alongside Pattinson in forthcoming filmBel Ami, says the actor didn’t think much of the series on which he’s made his name.
“We had this summer of being really close. I remember Robert taking me out a few months later. He was like, ‘I’m just saying goodbye because I’m going to America for a few months to do some vampire thing,” she said.
Meanwhile, sources say Rob wants to destroy his heartthrob reputation.
“Robert is excited about moving on to other more diverse roles after <em>Twilight</em> and playing a villain is very appealing to him,” dished one insider.
“One character he is fascinated with would see him playing a serial killer while there are others for villainous characters in major Hollywood blockbusters as well as an indy movie. Robert wants to show he has range to his acting and doesn’t want to be typecast as the hero or heartthrob.”
ROB Lowe
ROB Lowe knows how to keep his composure.
The actor managed to stay composed during strong turbulence on a flight from LA to New York the other night, according to a report from New York Post gossip column Page Six.
Lowe was traveling with his 18-year-old son, Matthew, in first class on Virgin Airways.
While helping his son, who is interning in House Majority Leader Eric Cantor’s office this summer, with some work, the extremely rough ride distracted both of them, but sent other passengers into a panic.
“People were screaming. It was that bad, but Rob kept his cool,” a source said.
“After the safe landing, Lowe went to the cockpit to thank the pilot. He took photos and signed an autograph.”
The actor managed to stay composed during strong turbulence on a flight from LA to New York the other night, according to a report from New York Post gossip column Page Six.
Lowe was traveling with his 18-year-old son, Matthew, in first class on Virgin Airways.
While helping his son, who is interning in House Majority Leader Eric Cantor’s office this summer, with some work, the extremely rough ride distracted both of them, but sent other passengers into a panic.
“People were screaming. It was that bad, but Rob kept his cool,” a source said.
“After the safe landing, Lowe went to the cockpit to thank the pilot. He took photos and signed an autograph.”
SIMON COWELL PLANS X FACTOR MUSICAL?
SIMON Cowell is plotting another venture!
According to a report from Scotland’sDaily Record newspaper, the music mogul is in talks about bringing a humorous version of the TV talent showX Factor to London’s West End.
“Simon is excited by the idea of taking the X Factor brand on to the stage,” a source said.
“He is looking at the types of songs he would like and what sort of script is needed.
“It would be a perfect night out for X Factor fans and former stars of the show could even be involved in it.
“Simon doesn’t want a super-serious musical. He thinks if this is going to be something that works, it needs to be funny and have songs people might sing along to, but also laugh along with.
Cowell has also held discussions about the musical with music producer and composer Steve Brown.
“Steve is very excited at the prospect of working with Simon,” said the source.
“He has recently been invited into his inner circle, helping last year’s runner-up Rebecca Ferguson on her debut album. On top of that, he knows how to make songs which will get a laugh, so he could be the perfect man for the job.
“It seems like a great idea and given how much Simon enjoys making money, I’m surprised he hadn’t thought of it sooner.”
According to a report from Scotland’sDaily Record newspaper, the music mogul is in talks about bringing a humorous version of the TV talent showX Factor to London’s West End.
“Simon is excited by the idea of taking the X Factor brand on to the stage,” a source said.
“He is looking at the types of songs he would like and what sort of script is needed.
“It would be a perfect night out for X Factor fans and former stars of the show could even be involved in it.
“Simon doesn’t want a super-serious musical. He thinks if this is going to be something that works, it needs to be funny and have songs people might sing along to, but also laugh along with.
Cowell has also held discussions about the musical with music producer and composer Steve Brown.
“Steve is very excited at the prospect of working with Simon,” said the source.
“He has recently been invited into his inner circle, helping last year’s runner-up Rebecca Ferguson on her debut album. On top of that, he knows how to make songs which will get a laugh, so he could be the perfect man for the job.
“It seems like a great idea and given how much Simon enjoys making money, I’m surprised he hadn’t thought of it sooner.”
DAVID BECKHAM WANTS LIZ TAYLOR’S JEWELERY FOR VICTORIA BECKHAM
DAVID Beckham wants to buy Dame Elizabeth Taylor‘s jewelery for wife Victoria.
The soccer superstar wants to splash out on the late screen legend’s $6 million worth of diamonds when they are auctioned next month to show fashion designer spouse how much he loves her since the birth of their fourth child, daughter Harper Seven, two months ago.
“David’s been so happy since Harper was born, he feels like him and Victoria are falling in love all over again,” a source said.
“He wants to show it with the most impressive gifts possible.”
Auction house Christie’s are to sell off the Cleopatra star’s jewellery collection in December, nine months after she died in March at the age of 79.
All proceeds from the sale will go to the actress’ charity, The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
It was recently revealed that David and Victoria — who also have sons Brooklyn, 12, Romeo, nine, and six-year-old Cruz together — feel like “newlyweds” following the birth of their fourth child.
“Harper’s made them feel like newlyweds again … Harper’s brought out David’s softer side again, all the romance has come flooding back,” a source said.
“It’s like that little girl has just flipped a switch in David’s brain and he’s more in love with his wife than ever. He’s been cooking romantic dinners for Victoria — something he hasn’t done since they were married. He orders a pizza for the boys and then sends them to their rooms as he cooks.
“He goes all out with candles and red wine. He even puts on music. He’ll do it on a random weeknight, just out of the blue, to surprise her.”
The soccer superstar wants to splash out on the late screen legend’s $6 million worth of diamonds when they are auctioned next month to show fashion designer spouse how much he loves her since the birth of their fourth child, daughter Harper Seven, two months ago.
“David’s been so happy since Harper was born, he feels like him and Victoria are falling in love all over again,” a source said.
“He wants to show it with the most impressive gifts possible.”
Auction house Christie’s are to sell off the Cleopatra star’s jewellery collection in December, nine months after she died in March at the age of 79.
All proceeds from the sale will go to the actress’ charity, The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
It was recently revealed that David and Victoria — who also have sons Brooklyn, 12, Romeo, nine, and six-year-old Cruz together — feel like “newlyweds” following the birth of their fourth child.
“Harper’s made them feel like newlyweds again … Harper’s brought out David’s softer side again, all the romance has come flooding back,” a source said.
“It’s like that little girl has just flipped a switch in David’s brain and he’s more in love with his wife than ever. He’s been cooking romantic dinners for Victoria — something he hasn’t done since they were married. He orders a pizza for the boys and then sends them to their rooms as he cooks.
“He goes all out with candles and red wine. He even puts on music. He’ll do it on a random weeknight, just out of the blue, to surprise her.”
ANNE HATHAWAY TO MEET WITH GLEE BOSSES
ANNE Hathaway is to meet with Gleebosses to discuss a role in the show.
The Love and Other Drugs actress has made no secret of her desire to have a cameo role in the musical drama series and creator Ryan Murphy has admitted he is “curious” to see what she would like to do on the programme.
“I’m meeting with Anne in the next couple weeks,” he said. “We’re not going to do guest stars at all the first half of the season, but I would love to work with her and she supposedly has the whole thing mapped out.
“I’m curious as to what she wants to do. I love her. I think she’s great.”
Anne has previously spoken of her desire to appear in Glee, revealing she even has specific song ideas in mind for her character, which she would like to be the lesbian aunt of gay student Kurt Hummel — who is played by Chris Colfer.
“I would love to be on Glee,” she said.
“Can I make a confession? In my head I’ve written a part for myself! It’s so arrogant and obnoxious, it’s like, ‘Ryan Murphy no one else wants to be on your show.’
“But in my head I’ve cast myself and I know which song I’d sing. I would want to play Kurt’s long-lost aunt, his mother’s sister who is also gay, who comes back to help him deal with his sexuality and I would sing ‘No One Is Alone’ from Stephen Sondheim’s epic show ‘Into the Woods’.”
The Love and Other Drugs actress has made no secret of her desire to have a cameo role in the musical drama series and creator Ryan Murphy has admitted he is “curious” to see what she would like to do on the programme.
“I’m meeting with Anne in the next couple weeks,” he said. “We’re not going to do guest stars at all the first half of the season, but I would love to work with her and she supposedly has the whole thing mapped out.
“I’m curious as to what she wants to do. I love her. I think she’s great.”
Anne has previously spoken of her desire to appear in Glee, revealing she even has specific song ideas in mind for her character, which she would like to be the lesbian aunt of gay student Kurt Hummel — who is played by Chris Colfer.
“I would love to be on Glee,” she said.
“Can I make a confession? In my head I’ve written a part for myself! It’s so arrogant and obnoxious, it’s like, ‘Ryan Murphy no one else wants to be on your show.’
“But in my head I’ve cast myself and I know which song I’d sing. I would want to play Kurt’s long-lost aunt, his mother’s sister who is also gay, who comes back to help him deal with his sexuality and I would sing ‘No One Is Alone’ from Stephen Sondheim’s epic show ‘Into the Woods’.”
ANNA FARIS: ‘CHRIS PRATT IS THE ONE’
MICHAEL Fassbender is taking the rest of the year off.
The actor has starred in a prolific number of films over the past few years — including Jane Eyre, Inglourious Basterds, A Dangerous Method and X-Men: First Class — so has decided not to take on any more projects until 2012 because he doesn’t want people to get bored of him.
“I have been working intensely and putting a lot of stuff out and that’s why I’m taking some time off now – I am not going to do anything for the rest of the year,” he said.
“You know, this just happened to me, these amazing projects came my way that I felt were too good to turn down, and for the past 20 months I’ve been going back to back, so now it’s time for me to clear the decks. Also, I don’t want to saturate and bore people.”
Throughout his career, Michael has teamed up with director Steve McQueen several times and says he brings out the best of his acting skills, even though it’s not always easy.
“It’s like you’re on the ice rink skirting along the edges holding on, then a six-year-old flies past and it encourages you,” he said.
“Steve is like that six year old, because he lets you go for it. ‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ And you know, you might fall a few times, but it’s much more fun in the middle that skirting around the edges.”
The actor has starred in a prolific number of films over the past few years — including Jane Eyre, Inglourious Basterds, A Dangerous Method and X-Men: First Class — so has decided not to take on any more projects until 2012 because he doesn’t want people to get bored of him.
“I have been working intensely and putting a lot of stuff out and that’s why I’m taking some time off now – I am not going to do anything for the rest of the year,” he said.
“You know, this just happened to me, these amazing projects came my way that I felt were too good to turn down, and for the past 20 months I’ve been going back to back, so now it’s time for me to clear the decks. Also, I don’t want to saturate and bore people.”
Throughout his career, Michael has teamed up with director Steve McQueen several times and says he brings out the best of his acting skills, even though it’s not always easy.
“It’s like you’re on the ice rink skirting along the edges holding on, then a six-year-old flies past and it encourages you,” he said.
“Steve is like that six year old, because he lets you go for it. ‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ And you know, you might fall a few times, but it’s much more fun in the middle that skirting around the edges.”
MICHAEL FASSBENDER TAKING THE REST OF THE YEAR OFF
MICHAEL Fassbender is taking the rest of the year off.
The actor has starred in a prolific number of films over the past few years — including Jane Eyre, Inglourious Basterds, A Dangerous Method and X-Men: First Class — so has decided not to take on any more projects until 2012 because he doesn’t want people to get bored of him.
“I have been working intensely and putting a lot of stuff out and that’s why I’m taking some time off now – I am not going to do anything for the rest of the year,” he said.
“You know, this just happened to me, these amazing projects came my way that I felt were too good to turn down, and for the past 20 months I’ve been going back to back, so now it’s time for me to clear the decks. Also, I don’t want to saturate and bore people.”
Throughout his career, Michael has teamed up with director Steve McQueen several times and says he brings out the best of his acting skills, even though it’s not always easy.
“It’s like you’re on the ice rink skirting along the edges holding on, then a six-year-old flies past and it encourages you,” he said.
“Steve is like that six year old, because he lets you go for it. ‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ And you know, you might fall a few times, but it’s much more fun in the middle that skirting around the edges.”
The actor has starred in a prolific number of films over the past few years — including Jane Eyre, Inglourious Basterds, A Dangerous Method and X-Men: First Class — so has decided not to take on any more projects until 2012 because he doesn’t want people to get bored of him.
“I have been working intensely and putting a lot of stuff out and that’s why I’m taking some time off now – I am not going to do anything for the rest of the year,” he said.
“You know, this just happened to me, these amazing projects came my way that I felt were too good to turn down, and for the past 20 months I’ve been going back to back, so now it’s time for me to clear the decks. Also, I don’t want to saturate and bore people.”
Throughout his career, Michael has teamed up with director Steve McQueen several times and says he brings out the best of his acting skills, even though it’s not always easy.
“It’s like you’re on the ice rink skirting along the edges holding on, then a six-year-old flies past and it encourages you,” he said.
“Steve is like that six year old, because he lets you go for it. ‘What’s the worst that can happen?’ And you know, you might fall a few times, but it’s much more fun in the middle that skirting around the edges.”
BRAD PITT AND ANGELINA JOLIE — SERIOUS ABOUT SECURITY
BRAD Pitt and Angelina Jolie have hired former SAS guards to protect their home in the South of France.
The couple — who raise six kids, Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne together — have enlisted the services of the ex-members of Special Air Service unit and have also installed a $3 million state-of-the-art security system after learning organized crime gangs from Russia and Italy are targeting rich foreigners in the area.
“Brad has hired a crack team of ex-SAS guys to protect them and they watch over the property like hawks around the clock,” a source said.
“They can see what is happening as all the cameras hooked up to the TV screens have movement sensors. They work via wi-fi so can’t be disarmed.”
The property — which boasts his-and-hers gyms, a Jacuzzi, sauna, billiards room and a huge banqueting suite — now is said to look like “something out of a James Bond movie” after being kitted out with fingerprint recognition gadgets.
“There’s even fingerprint recognition to go from certain parts of the house to the next. Every inch is covered. It’s like something out of a James Bond movie,” said the source.
The couple — who raise six kids, Maddox, 10, Pax, seven, Zahara, six, Shiloh, five, and three-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne together — have enlisted the services of the ex-members of Special Air Service unit and have also installed a $3 million state-of-the-art security system after learning organized crime gangs from Russia and Italy are targeting rich foreigners in the area.
“Brad has hired a crack team of ex-SAS guys to protect them and they watch over the property like hawks around the clock,” a source said.
“They can see what is happening as all the cameras hooked up to the TV screens have movement sensors. They work via wi-fi so can’t be disarmed.”
The property — which boasts his-and-hers gyms, a Jacuzzi, sauna, billiards room and a huge banqueting suite — now is said to look like “something out of a James Bond movie” after being kitted out with fingerprint recognition gadgets.
“There’s even fingerprint recognition to go from certain parts of the house to the next. Every inch is covered. It’s like something out of a James Bond movie,” said the source.
MICHAEL JACKSON ‘DRANK INTRAVENOUS DRUGS’
MICHAEL Jackson drank intravenous drugs, it is to be claimed in court.
The late singer’s personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray faces trial next week over the involuntary manslaughter of the King of Pop — who died of acute Propofol intoxication in June 2009 — and his legal team are reportedly planning to show how addicted the “crazy” star was to medications to help him sleep.
The claims come after an autopsy report showed the intravenously administered sedative was swilling in his stomach hours after his death.
“Conrad Murray’s team can’t understand how Propofol got into the stomach,” a source said.
“It does not make sense unless Michael drank it. To them that will show the world how much of an addict he was.
“Michael was acting crazy in his last few hours, demanding drugs to help him sleep. He was always playing with the bottles, who know what he did.”
Murray will also claim Michael was able to inject himself to feed his addictions and had detailed knowledge of painkilling medications and intravenous treatments after decades of drug abuse.
“Dr. Murray is confident he can convince a jury Michael could have self-administered his drugs,” said the source said.
“It paints a bad picture of him as his doctor for feeding his addiction but Dr. Murray still insists he didn’t dish out enough to kill him.”
Meanwhile, a key witness in the case has gone missing.
Pharmacist Tim Lopez – who claimed he sent large amounts of a powerful anesthetic to Murray’s girlfriend shortly before the singer’s death –- has moved to Thailand without telling authorities, and his friends and family have reportedly refused to reveal his exact whereabouts.
Now, prosecutors want to use an earlier testimony he gave as part of their evidence, with Judge Michael Pastor expected to make a decision in the next few days.
Opening arguments in the trial are scheduled to begin on September 26.
If convicted, the medic faces up to four years in jail.
The late singer’s personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray faces trial next week over the involuntary manslaughter of the King of Pop — who died of acute Propofol intoxication in June 2009 — and his legal team are reportedly planning to show how addicted the “crazy” star was to medications to help him sleep.
The claims come after an autopsy report showed the intravenously administered sedative was swilling in his stomach hours after his death.
“Conrad Murray’s team can’t understand how Propofol got into the stomach,” a source said.
“It does not make sense unless Michael drank it. To them that will show the world how much of an addict he was.
“Michael was acting crazy in his last few hours, demanding drugs to help him sleep. He was always playing with the bottles, who know what he did.”
Murray will also claim Michael was able to inject himself to feed his addictions and had detailed knowledge of painkilling medications and intravenous treatments after decades of drug abuse.
“Dr. Murray is confident he can convince a jury Michael could have self-administered his drugs,” said the source said.
“It paints a bad picture of him as his doctor for feeding his addiction but Dr. Murray still insists he didn’t dish out enough to kill him.”
Meanwhile, a key witness in the case has gone missing.
Pharmacist Tim Lopez – who claimed he sent large amounts of a powerful anesthetic to Murray’s girlfriend shortly before the singer’s death –- has moved to Thailand without telling authorities, and his friends and family have reportedly refused to reveal his exact whereabouts.
Now, prosecutors want to use an earlier testimony he gave as part of their evidence, with Judge Michael Pastor expected to make a decision in the next few days.
Opening arguments in the trial are scheduled to begin on September 26.
If convicted, the medic faces up to four years in jail.
MEGAN FOX — CLOEST GAMER!
MEGAN Fox has a secret!
The Jennifer’s Body beauty has revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” says Megan.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
Fox recently revealed she’s hoping to win back fans in comedy Friends With Kids in which she’s aiming to show she is more than just a pretty face and a hot body.
“Most people have seen me as the glorified pin-up girl with motorcycle boots who is also fighting to save the world,” says Megan.
“It’s not necessarily someone who you connect with because they’re not real people – the glossy lips in the middle of the desert. In Jennifer’s Body I was this crazy thing eating people. I just don’t really get portrayed as someone who has feelings or who is sympathetic. I am portrayed as this sort of self-absorbed ice queen. Maybe if people see me in a role that allows me to be more human, people will think differently about me.”
The Jennifer’s Body beauty has revealed how she is a massive gamer and likes nothing better than to blow away her fellow cyber warriors whenever she gets the chance.
“I have Halo: Reach. I have a complete addiction to that game. It is sick,” says Megan.
“I play online mostly and (other gamers) have no idea. They make fun of my gamer tag too because it is funny. They are all a bunch of guys and it is clear that I am a girl so they make fun of my name, and they have no idea they are making fun of me.”
Fox recently revealed she’s hoping to win back fans in comedy Friends With Kids in which she’s aiming to show she is more than just a pretty face and a hot body.
“Most people have seen me as the glorified pin-up girl with motorcycle boots who is also fighting to save the world,” says Megan.
“It’s not necessarily someone who you connect with because they’re not real people – the glossy lips in the middle of the desert. In Jennifer’s Body I was this crazy thing eating people. I just don’t really get portrayed as someone who has feelings or who is sympathetic. I am portrayed as this sort of self-absorbed ice queen. Maybe if people see me in a role that allows me to be more human, people will think differently about me.”
IAN SOMERHALDER SNUBS SCHOOL REUNIONS
IAN Somerhalder has revealed why he didn’t attend his school reunion.
The Vampire Diaries hunk says he has deliberately avoided a nostalgic trip to his old school as he can’t imagine how to explain what he does for a living to his former teachers.
“When you go back to school or college or whatever people always say, ‘Hey, how are you? What are you up to? What are you doing? What do you do in your daily life?’” Ian said.
“If I tried to explain to my old teachers all of this vampire stuff it would be very difficult so I give that a miss”
The Vampire Diaries hunk says he has deliberately avoided a nostalgic trip to his old school as he can’t imagine how to explain what he does for a living to his former teachers.
“When you go back to school or college or whatever people always say, ‘Hey, how are you? What are you up to? What are you doing? What do you do in your daily life?’” Ian said.
“If I tried to explain to my old teachers all of this vampire stuff it would be very difficult so I give that a miss”
JASON BATEMAN DOESN’T PINE FOR WIFE
ASON Bateman never misses his wife when work forces them apart because she’s there every time he turns on a TV.
Jason’s wife, Amanda Anka, is voice-over artist and can be heard on dozens of commercials on US TV.
“My wife has her own career and is actually busier than I am,” says Jason.
“My kid and I are always hearing her on TV so it can be very soothing when we can’t be together.”
Bateman recently insisted he will accept “any offers” because he has bills to pay.
“I do what I am given, I got to pay the bills at home. Any offers that come my way – I will do them unless they are really horrible,” he said in an interview with UK TV show Daybreak.
“If somebody here gets sick on the sports or weather desk I am here until tomorrow.”
Jason’s wife, Amanda Anka, is voice-over artist and can be heard on dozens of commercials on US TV.
“My wife has her own career and is actually busier than I am,” says Jason.
“My kid and I are always hearing her on TV so it can be very soothing when we can’t be together.”
Bateman recently insisted he will accept “any offers” because he has bills to pay.
“I do what I am given, I got to pay the bills at home. Any offers that come my way – I will do them unless they are really horrible,” he said in an interview with UK TV show Daybreak.
“If somebody here gets sick on the sports or weather desk I am here until tomorrow.”
EVA LONGORIA WANTS TO COOK WITH SOMEONE SPECIAL
EVA Longoria likes cooking with her boyfriends.
The Desperate Housewives beauty is single again after splitting with husbandTony Parker but she has the perfect recipe for a more successful relationship.
“I think cooking is really personal and an intimate thing to share with somebody,” says Eva who recently published her own cook book.
“I love cooking and I have always cooked so it really is a big part of my life. I would love to share that with someone but it would have to be someone very special because I am a control freak in the kitchen! I wouldn’t let just anybody in my kitchen.”
Eva recently insisted divorce “agrees” with her.
“I’m going, ‘Wow!’ I think divorce agrees with me!” she said.
The Desperate Housewives beauty is single again after splitting with husbandTony Parker but she has the perfect recipe for a more successful relationship.
“I think cooking is really personal and an intimate thing to share with somebody,” says Eva who recently published her own cook book.
“I love cooking and I have always cooked so it really is a big part of my life. I would love to share that with someone but it would have to be someone very special because I am a control freak in the kitchen! I wouldn’t let just anybody in my kitchen.”
Eva recently insisted divorce “agrees” with her.
“I’m going, ‘Wow!’ I think divorce agrees with me!” she said.
JOSEPH GORDON LEVITT WANTS TO BE BATMAN
CHRISTOPHER Nolan has a handy reserve Batman in Joseph Gordon Levitt should Christian Bale get injured on the Dark Knight Rises set.
Inception star Joseph is costarring alongside Bale in the much anticipated Batman sequel but given his childhood as a caped crusader, he could easily step into the lead role.
“I love Batman,” says Joseph. “When I was like four-years-old my mom sewed me my first Batman suit and I have been a fan ever since.
“I don’t think I still have my suit but I would love to play Batman were I not playing my character.”
Inception star Joseph is costarring alongside Bale in the much anticipated Batman sequel but given his childhood as a caped crusader, he could easily step into the lead role.
“I love Batman,” says Joseph. “When I was like four-years-old my mom sewed me my first Batman suit and I have been a fan ever since.
“I don’t think I still have my suit but I would love to play Batman were I not playing my character.”
TORI SPELLING SAVORING HER PREGNANCY
TORI Spelling is savoring every second of her pregnancy — because she fears it could be her last.
The actress will welcome her third child with husband Dean McDermott next month.
“I have mixed emotions. Now that it’s so far along, I’m over the hump … I’m excited to be there, to meet the baby, to not feel this way anymore, but I’m also a little sad,” the 38-year-old told Peoplemagazine.
“We think we want more kids, but you never know what the possibility of that is … and it’s such an amazing experience that women are so privileged to be able to go through.
“When we found out [we were expecting again], we were like, ‘Wahoo! Maybe we’ll have another one!‘ And then shortly after that I got so sick and I was like, ‘I’m definitely not having another one!’
“We have a name picked out if it’s a boy.
“We’ve been thinking of both names, and the name that we have picked out if it’s a boy is actually a name that we were going to use before we knew what Stella was, and would have used if she had been a boy.”
The actress will welcome her third child with husband Dean McDermott next month.
“I have mixed emotions. Now that it’s so far along, I’m over the hump … I’m excited to be there, to meet the baby, to not feel this way anymore, but I’m also a little sad,” the 38-year-old told Peoplemagazine.
“We think we want more kids, but you never know what the possibility of that is … and it’s such an amazing experience that women are so privileged to be able to go through.
“When we found out [we were expecting again], we were like, ‘Wahoo! Maybe we’ll have another one!‘ And then shortly after that I got so sick and I was like, ‘I’m definitely not having another one!’
“We have a name picked out if it’s a boy.
“We’ve been thinking of both names, and the name that we have picked out if it’s a boy is actually a name that we were going to use before we knew what Stella was, and would have used if she had been a boy.”
CHRISTINA AGUILERA PUTS HER MUSIC FIRST
CHRISTINA Aguilera will never put movies before her music career.
The 30-year-old star made her film debut last year in Burlesque, and while she is looking for more cinematic projects, she insists her main focus will always be as a singer.
“I’m always reading scripts. Burlesquewas something that came to my door that I was truly inspired to do. It was the right time and place for me to dive into that world I’ve always been inspired by,” she said.
“But I’m not going to do back-to-back movies just to do them. Music is always my first love and where my time and attention will remain.
“But film is something that will be on my mind and I am looking for the next project.”
Christina split from her husband Jordan Bratman — the father of her three-year-old son Max — last year and she admits their break-up and subsequent divorce has inspired some tracks for her next album.
“I’m in the studio now working on my next album and I’m writing so much. I’ve been inspired by a lot over the past year, the experiences I’ve had, the good, the bad, the highs, the lows — it will all be apparent in the lyrics,” she said.
“The mood of the album will be very introspective, heartfelt and deep rooted.”
The 30-year-old star made her film debut last year in Burlesque, and while she is looking for more cinematic projects, she insists her main focus will always be as a singer.
“I’m always reading scripts. Burlesquewas something that came to my door that I was truly inspired to do. It was the right time and place for me to dive into that world I’ve always been inspired by,” she said.
“But I’m not going to do back-to-back movies just to do them. Music is always my first love and where my time and attention will remain.
“But film is something that will be on my mind and I am looking for the next project.”
Christina split from her husband Jordan Bratman — the father of her three-year-old son Max — last year and she admits their break-up and subsequent divorce has inspired some tracks for her next album.
“I’m in the studio now working on my next album and I’m writing so much. I’ve been inspired by a lot over the past year, the experiences I’ve had, the good, the bad, the highs, the lows — it will all be apparent in the lyrics,” she said.
“The mood of the album will be very introspective, heartfelt and deep rooted.”
MEGAN FOX’S BREASTS A TALKING POINT IN NEW MOVIE
MEGAN Fox‘s breasts are a “point of discussion” in her new movie.
The curvy actress — who is married toBrian Austin Green — insists her outfits in Friends With Kids are more restrained than people are used to seeing her wear, but viewers’ eyes will still be drawn to her assets.
“Though my boobs are a point of discussion in the film, the wardrobe was restrained. That was a departure as I usually have an outrageous wardrobe,” she said.
Megan was axed from the Transformersfranchise ahead of the third movie,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, and while she refused to comment on claims of tension between herself and director Michael Bay she admitted she is now only taking on roles where she will have “happy experiences”.
“I just want to work with people I want to be around and to have happy experiences,” she added.
“There are certain situations where it’s encouraged to be an actor and there are situations where it’s discouraged. [I've learned to walk away from situations where] someone’s being abusive on set.”
Megan enjoys married life with Brian and particularly loves it when her husband wakes her with a cup of coffee on the days she has to work.
“I bless his soul when he does that for me,” she said.
The curvy actress — who is married toBrian Austin Green — insists her outfits in Friends With Kids are more restrained than people are used to seeing her wear, but viewers’ eyes will still be drawn to her assets.
“Though my boobs are a point of discussion in the film, the wardrobe was restrained. That was a departure as I usually have an outrageous wardrobe,” she said.
Megan was axed from the Transformersfranchise ahead of the third movie,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, and while she refused to comment on claims of tension between herself and director Michael Bay she admitted she is now only taking on roles where she will have “happy experiences”.
“I just want to work with people I want to be around and to have happy experiences,” she added.
“There are certain situations where it’s encouraged to be an actor and there are situations where it’s discouraged. [I've learned to walk away from situations where] someone’s being abusive on set.”
Megan enjoys married life with Brian and particularly loves it when her husband wakes her with a cup of coffee on the days she has to work.
“I bless his soul when he does that for me,” she said.
BRAD PITT VALUES FRIENDSHIP WITH JENNIFER ANISTON
BRAD Pitt will always “value” his friendship with ex-wife Jennifer Aniston.
The Fight Club actor — who was married to the former Friends star from 2000 to 2005 — recently claimed in an interview he “pretended the marriage was something it wasn’t” but he insists his comments were taken out of context and only has happy memories of his time with Jennifer.
“It grieves me that this was interpreted this way,” Brad said.
“Jen is an incredibly giving, loving, and hilarious woman who remains my friend. It is an important relationship I value greatly. The point I was trying to make is not that Jen was dull, but that I was becoming dull to myself — and that, I am responsible for.”
During the interview with Parade magazine, Brad –– who started dating Angelina Jolie shortly after announcing his split form Jennifer — said his life was dull and he wasn’t happy.
“I spent the 90s trying to hide out, trying to duck the full celebrity cacophony. I started to get sick of myself sitting on a couch, holding a joint, hiding out,” he said.
“It started feeling pathetic. It became very clear to me that I was intent on trying to find a movie about an interesting life, but I wasn’t living an interesting life myself.”
The Fight Club actor — who was married to the former Friends star from 2000 to 2005 — recently claimed in an interview he “pretended the marriage was something it wasn’t” but he insists his comments were taken out of context and only has happy memories of his time with Jennifer.
“It grieves me that this was interpreted this way,” Brad said.
“Jen is an incredibly giving, loving, and hilarious woman who remains my friend. It is an important relationship I value greatly. The point I was trying to make is not that Jen was dull, but that I was becoming dull to myself — and that, I am responsible for.”
During the interview with Parade magazine, Brad –– who started dating Angelina Jolie shortly after announcing his split form Jennifer — said his life was dull and he wasn’t happy.
“I spent the 90s trying to hide out, trying to duck the full celebrity cacophony. I started to get sick of myself sitting on a couch, holding a joint, hiding out,” he said.
“It started feeling pathetic. It became very clear to me that I was intent on trying to find a movie about an interesting life, but I wasn’t living an interesting life myself.”
SIMON COWELL AND MEZHGAN HUSSAINY SPLIT LAST MONTH
SIMON Cowell reportedly split from fiancee Mezhgan Hussainy last month.
The music mogul — who recently said he was “not sure” if he was still engaged to the make-up artist — is said to have called time on their relationship a few weeks ago although the break-up was amicable.
“Simon and Mezhgan split up in August. He called it off and she wasn’t that surprised or even very bothered about it,” a source said. “Mezhgan told her friends she knew it had been coming for a while. She offered him the ring back but he has insisted she keep it.
“As with all his exes, he is being very generous, but he is already dating again and he has been on a dinner date or two with a mystery British brunette.”
Mezhgan — who put on a united front with Simon at the premiere of the US version of The X Factor last week — is now living in Simon’s $5 million Beverly Hills home after moving out of the house they once shared.
The property is dubbed his “girlfriend graveyard” by friends because it is where his former lover Terri Seymour went after the pair separated in 2008.
Sources claim one of the reasons the couple — who got engaged last February after a whirlwind romance — split was because Mezhgan didn’t get on that well with Simon’s beloved mother Julie.
“Simon knew it wasn’t going to end in marriage,” a source said. “There were commitment issues on his part and the added problem that Mezhgan didn’t get on all that well with Simon’s mother Julie.
“The pair would often argue about how Mezhgan spoke to him.”
The music mogul — who recently said he was “not sure” if he was still engaged to the make-up artist — is said to have called time on their relationship a few weeks ago although the break-up was amicable.
“Simon and Mezhgan split up in August. He called it off and she wasn’t that surprised or even very bothered about it,” a source said. “Mezhgan told her friends she knew it had been coming for a while. She offered him the ring back but he has insisted she keep it.
“As with all his exes, he is being very generous, but he is already dating again and he has been on a dinner date or two with a mystery British brunette.”
Mezhgan — who put on a united front with Simon at the premiere of the US version of The X Factor last week — is now living in Simon’s $5 million Beverly Hills home after moving out of the house they once shared.
The property is dubbed his “girlfriend graveyard” by friends because it is where his former lover Terri Seymour went after the pair separated in 2008.
Sources claim one of the reasons the couple — who got engaged last February after a whirlwind romance — split was because Mezhgan didn’t get on that well with Simon’s beloved mother Julie.
“Simon knew it wasn’t going to end in marriage,” a source said. “There were commitment issues on his part and the added problem that Mezhgan didn’t get on all that well with Simon’s mother Julie.
“The pair would often argue about how Mezhgan spoke to him.”
RYAN GOSLING TALKS SANDRA BULLOCK AND RACHEL MCADAMS
RYAN Gosling had “two of the greatest girlfriends of all time” in Sandra Bullock and Rachel McAdams.
The Drive actor — who dated Sandra for a year until 2003 and saw his two-year romance with Rachel end in 2007 — is currently too focused on his career to date and says he hasn’t found anyone who could “top” the romance he had with his former flames.
“There’s interest but I’m in a committed relationship with film. I’m giving as much to it as a marriage,” he said.
“I had two of the greatest girlfriends of all time. I haven’t met anybody who could top them.”
Ryan believes both relationships ended because both he and his girlfriends work in Hollywood.
“Showbusiness is the bad guy. When both people are in showbusiness it’s too much showbusiness. It takes all of the light, so nothing else can grow,” he said.
The 30-year-old star also admitted he would love to have children and will happily give up his movie career when the time comes to start a family.
“I’d like to be making babies but I’m not, so I’m making movies. When someone comes along I don’t think I’ll be able to do both and I’m fine with that. I’ll make movies until I make babies. I have no idea when the handover will happen,” he said.
The Drive actor — who dated Sandra for a year until 2003 and saw his two-year romance with Rachel end in 2007 — is currently too focused on his career to date and says he hasn’t found anyone who could “top” the romance he had with his former flames.
“There’s interest but I’m in a committed relationship with film. I’m giving as much to it as a marriage,” he said.
“I had two of the greatest girlfriends of all time. I haven’t met anybody who could top them.”
Ryan believes both relationships ended because both he and his girlfriends work in Hollywood.
“Showbusiness is the bad guy. When both people are in showbusiness it’s too much showbusiness. It takes all of the light, so nothing else can grow,” he said.
The 30-year-old star also admitted he would love to have children and will happily give up his movie career when the time comes to start a family.
“I’d like to be making babies but I’m not, so I’m making movies. When someone comes along I don’t think I’ll be able to do both and I’m fine with that. I’ll make movies until I make babies. I have no idea when the handover will happen,” he said.
BEYONCE SPLASHES THE CASH ON BABY
BEYONCE and Jay-Z are splashing the cash on their unborn child!
The superstar couple — whose joint earnings amounted to $88 million in 2010 — have spent almost $1m on their first child, according to a report from Britain’s Now magazine.
“Beyoncé’s waited a long time to have a baby and she’s determined to take good care of herself,” a source said.
“She’s paying a dietician to organize a food plan of natural organic meals for her, she’s having daily massages and she’s spent a fortune on lotions to prevent stretchmarks and keep her feeling good.
“Beyoncé’s been told to look after herself like never before and Jay-Z’s making sure she has everything she needs.”
The superstar couple — whose joint earnings amounted to $88 million in 2010 — have spent almost $1m on their first child, according to a report from Britain’s Now magazine.
“Beyoncé’s waited a long time to have a baby and she’s determined to take good care of herself,” a source said.
“She’s paying a dietician to organize a food plan of natural organic meals for her, she’s having daily massages and she’s spent a fortune on lotions to prevent stretchmarks and keep her feeling good.
“Beyoncé’s been told to look after herself like never before and Jay-Z’s making sure she has everything she needs.”
ROBERT PATTINSON — GODFATHER
ROBERT Pattinson has been given some responsibility!
The actor — who’s currently dating hisTwilight costar Kristen Stewart – has been named the godfather to Matilda Sturridge‘s newborn son. Matilda is an actress and the little sister of Rob’s best friend Tom Sturridge.
Rob met Matilda when he and Tom were teenage classmates at Harrodian School in England. They all went on to pursue careers in acting and have stayed close friends.
Matilda, 23, gave birth to her first child — a baby boy — on September 4.
Sources say Rob s honored to be asked, and celebrated his new role with a night in London with Tom and his girlfriend Sienna Miller last week!
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The actor — who’s currently dating hisTwilight costar Kristen Stewart – has been named the godfather to Matilda Sturridge‘s newborn son. Matilda is an actress and the little sister of Rob’s best friend Tom Sturridge.
Rob met Matilda when he and Tom were teenage classmates at Harrodian School in England. They all went on to pursue careers in acting and have stayed close friends.
Matilda, 23, gave birth to her first child — a baby boy — on September 4.
Sources say Rob s honored to be asked, and celebrated his new role with a night in London with Tom and his girlfriend Sienna Miller last week!
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NICOLAS CAGE CHASED NAKED STRANGER
NICOLAS Cage once chased a naked stranger from his house.
The Lord of War actor awoke to the “nightmare” of finding the intruder in his home and wearing his own clothing but even though he had to get him out quick he didn’t press charges.
“I have lived through the nightmare, I have been one of those people who has been through a home invasion,” he said.
“I was living in Orange County in Los Angeles at the time, I was asleep with my wife, my two-year-old at the time [Kal-El] was in another room.
“And I opened my eyes and there was a naked man in my leather jacket eating a Fudgesicle [ice lolly] in front of my bed.
“It sounds funny. But it was horrifying. He ran into my bathroom, and I said, ‘What are you doing in my house? Get out of my house!’
“And I did talk him into getting out, and some people came and they put him into a facility. I didn’t press charges because I realised he wasn’t all there.”
Even though Cage was fearful of his and his family’s safety he never at any point contemplated using violence to get rid of the intruder.
“The cops said to me, if he had broken into any other house in this neighborhood he’d have been shot. But I don’t have a gun in my house, and I’m always going to try and talk you out of violence if I can. But it was horrible for my wife, and I could never really stay in that house after that,” he added.
The Lord of War actor awoke to the “nightmare” of finding the intruder in his home and wearing his own clothing but even though he had to get him out quick he didn’t press charges.
“I have lived through the nightmare, I have been one of those people who has been through a home invasion,” he said.
“I was living in Orange County in Los Angeles at the time, I was asleep with my wife, my two-year-old at the time [Kal-El] was in another room.
“And I opened my eyes and there was a naked man in my leather jacket eating a Fudgesicle [ice lolly] in front of my bed.
“It sounds funny. But it was horrifying. He ran into my bathroom, and I said, ‘What are you doing in my house? Get out of my house!’
“And I did talk him into getting out, and some people came and they put him into a facility. I didn’t press charges because I realised he wasn’t all there.”
Even though Cage was fearful of his and his family’s safety he never at any point contemplated using violence to get rid of the intruder.
“The cops said to me, if he had broken into any other house in this neighborhood he’d have been shot. But I don’t have a gun in my house, and I’m always going to try and talk you out of violence if I can. But it was horrible for my wife, and I could never really stay in that house after that,” he added.
SALMA HAYEK INSPIRED BY BREAKFAST
SALMA Hayek admits breakfast time is a messy experience in her household — because most of it ends up on her face!
The actress, 45, has just launched her own range of beauty products — some inspired by mornings with her four-year-old daughter Valentina.
“One breakfast time I had made pancakes and orange juice for my daughter and I had an idea,” explains Salma.
“I took brown sugar, honey and the orange juice, mixed it up and created this great face scrub and mask. I put it on for 20 minutes and I was back feeling great. It’s things like this that really inspire me.”
Salma recently insisted she’ll never have plastic surgery.
“I believe that every woman is entitled to fight to preserve her youth,” she said.
“It’s like the uniform of a generation. It’s not wrinkled-looking, but it’s not beautiful.
“As a woman, you should be more at ease with your sexuality when you are in your 40s.
“You are more self-assured about that part. And that’s the way it should be. If you are a girl who cannot walk in heels, it doesn’t matter how beautiful you are. If you look like a chicken that’s been spiked in the feet, it’s not going to be sexy.”
The actress, 45, has just launched her own range of beauty products — some inspired by mornings with her four-year-old daughter Valentina.
“One breakfast time I had made pancakes and orange juice for my daughter and I had an idea,” explains Salma.
“I took brown sugar, honey and the orange juice, mixed it up and created this great face scrub and mask. I put it on for 20 minutes and I was back feeling great. It’s things like this that really inspire me.”
Salma recently insisted she’ll never have plastic surgery.
“I believe that every woman is entitled to fight to preserve her youth,” she said.
“It’s like the uniform of a generation. It’s not wrinkled-looking, but it’s not beautiful.
“As a woman, you should be more at ease with your sexuality when you are in your 40s.
“You are more self-assured about that part. And that’s the way it should be. If you are a girl who cannot walk in heels, it doesn’t matter how beautiful you are. If you look like a chicken that’s been spiked in the feet, it’s not going to be sexy.”