Monday, December 5, 2011

'Trevor Live' Draws Out Entertainments Top Names


Drawing out quite the illustrious lineup of star power, The Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California was the place to be on Sunday evening (December 4).

As for the big draw, celebrities such as Stacy “Fergie” Ferguson, Josh Duhamel, Christina Hendricks, LeAnn Rimes, Eddie Cibrian and Dianna Agron were on-hand to support The Trevor Project's Audi of America and ING sponsored Trevor Live fundraising event honoring Lady Gaga and Google Inc.

Lending their financial and attention-garnering support were a long list of attendees including a handful of Dianna's "Glee" co-stars (Darren Criss, Harry Shum Jr. and Amber Riley), as well as Zoe Saldana, Julie Bowen, Amber Heard, Amy Poehler, Paul Wesley, Julianne Hough, Rashida Jones and Zachary Quinto.

As for the cause, The Trevor Project is self-described as "the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people under 24 while saving young lives through its free and confidential lifeline, in-school workshops, educational materials, online resources and advocacy."

The organization also happens to be a recent honoree of the White House as a Champion of Change for leadership and innovation in suicide prevention.

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Jennifer Lopez's Peruvian Work Weekend


Busily putting together material for her latest project, Jennifer Lopez took to the streets of Lima, Peru to shoot her TV show "Q'Viva: The Chosen" on Saturday (December 2).

Swapping in and out of an array of ensembles, the recently-divorced 42-year-old left her hotel and headed down to the Barranco area - where she at one point showed off her high heeled soccer skills as she joined a group of children in kicking around a ball.

Miss Lopez also made sure to keep her loyal followers in the know on her doings, tweeting during the course of the day, “I arrived in Peru and I’m very excited because I hope to discover big talent for QViva."

As for her TV program - which is a joint effort with ex-husband Marc Anthony - it sees the pair travel throughout Latin America in search of contestants willing and able to represent their countries in competing for the crown of next best entertainer.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Jessica Biel: I Dream of Food


Ready to get her weekend underway, Jessica Biel was spotted leaving her London, England hotel early this morning (December 3).

Looking trendy in a gray hat, black blazer, jeans and bright blue handbag, the brunette beauty made sure to wave to the paparazzi as she exited her posh overnight pad.

In other news, Miss Biel, who is used to sticking to a super strict diet for her big screen roles, says she couldn't have been happier with playing a mom-to-be for her latest project "New Year's Eve."

"It was so good! (I had a pregnant belly) suit on that went from here to here (across belly), I had the biggest boobs that hung to here, I ate whatever I wanted - it was great!," Jessica told press.

As for what it's like when prepping for less waistline-relaxed characters, the 29-year-old explained, "You spend months and months training and doing crazy diets. It’s the hardest experience. You look great but you are miserable, adding, "I literally dream of food. Cake, pasta, bread and croissants are in my head the whole time, that’s all I can think about.'

Tom Cruise's Taj Mahal Press Stop


It's one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, and earlier today (December 3) Tom Cruise made his first ever visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra, India.

Posing for plenty of pictures in front of the one of a kind mausoleum, the "Minority Report" actor met up with his "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" costar Anil Kapoor to promote the flick while in Anil's native homeland.

Just weeks away from the action film's theatrical release (December 21), Cruise and Kapoor are in the midst of a massive promotional tour.

Looking to be elated about his trip abroad, Tom told press, “I wanted to come to India my whole life, so I am very excited [to be here].”

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Heats Up Harper's Bazaar UK


Bringing her stunning ways to another magazine's front page, Rosie Huntington Whiteley covers the January 2012 Body Issue of Harper's Bazaar UK.

Set to hit newsstands on Monday (December 5), the English model/actress looks breathtaking on the Tom Munro shot dual covers in which she's clad in a Burberry dress for one while rocking a Michael Kors swimsuit for the other.

Highlights from Rosie's interview - in which she talks about her differing style sense and love for London - are as follows. For more, be sure to visit Harper's Bazaar UK!

On facing judgment over her looks upon moving to the States:
"All I kept hearing was, ‘Honey, you gotta change this, your hair’s this, your legs are that, why are you wearing that?’ And so it was a constant stream of judgement."

On being different than the 'other' girls:
"I was always the girl who would turn up to fashion shows in trainers, flares, a shearling jacket and braids in my hair. I look back and I was really cute, but all the other girls were slick, groomed and elegant, while I’d be backstage drinking a can of beer. It’s a great British thing, but that kind of thing doesn’t go down well in America."

On how she'll always consider the UK her home despite living in the States:
"I have a different feeling when I come back to England; as soon as I touch down in Heathrow and drive into London and down to Devon, there’s a sense of home and belonging. I will never feel that in America, it doesn’t matter how long I live there - and I’ve come to terms with that. I really am so proud to be British."

Friday, December 2, 2011

"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" Eight Minute Trailer


It’s one of the most-talked-about films of the season, and “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” has just offered up another sneak peek in the form of an eight minute trailer.

The preview was put forth by Columbia Pictures while boosting interest in the first of three movies in “The Millennium Trilogy,” an adaptation of Stieg Larsson’s literary blockbuster.

Boasting quite the impressive cast, "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" stars a strong lineup including Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgard, and Steven Berkoff.

Set to hit theaters December 21st, the book-based film is about journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Craig), who is aided in his search for a woman who has been missing for forty years by Lisbeth Salander (Mara), a young computer hacker.

Nicole Snooki Polizzi: Perfumania Pretty


She’s always up to something, and Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi was spotted promoting her new perfume at the Jersey Gardens Mall in Elizabeth, New Jersey on Thursday (December 1).

The slimmed-down “Jersey Shore” star showed off her fit physique as she posed for pictures while pushing her fragrance called “Snooki by Nicole Polizzi.”

During her visit to the mall, Snooki tweeted, “Having a great time Perfumania in the Jersey Garden Mall✊ Taking pics with all my fans!”

Season 5 of MTV’s “Jersey Shore” premieres on January 5, 2012 and in the meantime, fans will be able to get a taste of what’s to come when the first trailer airs on Tuesday, December 6 during the “Teen Mom 2” premiere.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Pippa Middleton's West London Workday


Ready to kick-off another day at the office, Pippa Middleton was spotted out and about in West London, England this morning (December 1).

Toting her super trendy black leather handbag along the way, Miss Middleton strolled past the shutterbugs in a tweed coat and knee-high suede boots en route to her place of employment.

There's no doubt that since the April wedding of sister Pippa Middleton and Prince William, Pippa has captured the attention of the public eye, and with that, the stunning 28-year-old has found herself among Barbara Walters' list of The Ten Most Fascinating People of the year.

While the number one spot has yet to be revealed, others bestowed with the honor include the Kardashian sisters, Simon Cowell and Donald Trump.

2012 Grammy Nominees: Complete List


Having revealed the esteemed artists in the running for the top prizes in music, the 2012 Grammy Nominations Concert took place in Los Angeles, California on Wednesday night (November 30).

Held at the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE, the LL Cool J hosted ceremony saw Kanye West top the pack with seven chances at Grammy glory while British singer Adele scored six nominations in categories including Song of the Year, Record of the Year and the grand prize of Album of the Year for her heralded disc "21".

Other top nominees lining the 78 categories going into the 2012 Grammy awards include Lady Gaga, Foo Fighters, Bon Iver, Mumford & Sons, Bruno Mars and Katy Perry.

With the Grammy Awards ceremony set to take place on February 12, 2012 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, the complete list of nominees is as follows:

Album of the Year
Adele, 21
The Foo Fighters, Wasting Light
Lady Gaga, Born This Way
Bruno Mars, Doo-Wops and Hooligans
Rihanna, Loud

Record of the Year
Adele, “Rolling in the Deep”
Bon Iver, “Holocene”
Bruno Mars, “Grenade”
Mumford & Sons, “The Cave”
Katy Perry, “Firework”

Song of the Year
Kanye West, “All of the Lights”
Mumford & Sons, “The Cave”
Bruno Mars, “Grenade”
Bon Iver, “Holocene”
Adele, “Rolling in the Deep”

Best New Artist
The Band Perry
Bon Iver
J. Cole
Nicki Minaj
Skrillex

Best Pop Solo Performance
“Someone Like You” — Adele
“Yoü And I” — Lady Gaga
“Grenade” — Bruno Mars
“Firework” — Katy Perry
“F***in’ Perfect” — Pink

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
“Body And Soul” — Tony Bennett & Amy Winehouse
“Dearest” — The Black Keys
“Paradise” — Coldplay
“Pumped Up Kicks” — Foster The People
“Moves Like Jagger” — Maroon 5 & Christina Aguilera

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian's Studio Workday


Fresh off the announcement that she's expecting her second child with boyfriend Scott Disick, Kourtney Kardashian was spotted heading to a local studio for a day of work in Sherman Oaks, CA on Wednesday (November 30).

The E! reality star didn't appear to be showing quite yet, though she covered up her belly with a loose shirt and blue blazer.

Confirming the baby on board news earlier in the day, Miss Kardashian blogged, "Yes, I’m pregnant! Now I’m nine weeks along. You’re supposed to wait 12 weeks to tell people, but I feel confident."

Of the announcement, sister Kim posted a congratulatory message reading, "This is such a blessing and the whole family is beyond thrilled!"

She added in a statement to Us magazine, "I am so excited for Kourt and Scott. Mason is the best baby ever and I can't wait to be an aunt again!"