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Actress Renee Zellweger became a hit with the paparazzi on Wednesday after buying one thoughtful snapper a $100 Starbucks gift card.

The unnamed photographer spotted a parking attendant doing his rounds as he was waiting for the movie star to leave her coffee shop retreat after a shopping trip in Santa Monica, California.

The quick-thinking snapper dropped coins into her meter to make sure Zellweger didn't get a ticket - and she thanked him with a handshake, a smile and a coffee card.

A bystander tells WENN, "Renee was so grateful when she realised what the pap had done and she turned around, went back into Starbucks and returned with a gift card for him." »



Crawford Thanks Law Officials Who Cracked Extortion Case
3 hours ago

Former supermodel Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber have praised those responsible for putting a sick blackmailer behind bars.

Edis Kayalar, 26, was charged with attempting to extort $100,000 (£62,500) from the couple after threatening to sell a photo of their young daughter, Kaia Jordan, tied to a chair to the media.

The seven year old was reportedly playing a game at home when the picture was taken by a nanny.

The news of the blackmail attempt broke last year after Gerber reportedly paid Kayalar $1,000 (£625) to keep the photo away from the media, but he turned to officials at America's Federal Bureau of Investigation when the extortionist made further demands for cash.

Kayalar fled the U.S. in September but surrendered himself to police in Germany in November after U.S. authorities appealed for international help in tracking him down.

He was convicted of attempted blackmail at a court in Germany on Tuesday and handed a two-year prison sentence.

Crawford and Gerber spoke out on Wednesday, thanking officials for bringing the case to a swift conclusion.

A statement released by the pair reads: "We want to express our gratitude to the FBI, the U.S. District Attorney's Office in Los Angeles and the German law-enforcement authorities for their co-ordination and efforts in this case." »

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Pattinson: 'I'm Hopeless At Courting'
3 hours ago

Robert Pattinson is useless at courtship - because he's not as confident as the hunks he portrays on the big screen.

The Twilight star admits he's not the Casanova fans think he is - because he's awkward around the opposite sex.

He tells Parade.com, "When it comes to the opposite sex, I'm not as fully confident as the guy I play. I don't even remember the last time I asked someone out on a date.

"I'm much more self-conscious and not wanting to fail. So I tend to hold back." »

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Timberlake And Diaz Have Embarrassing Bedroom Scene In New Film
3 hours ago

Jessica Biel might want to give boyfriend Justin Timberlake's next film a miss because it features a sex scene between him and his ex, Cameron Diaz.

The pop star and actor started dating Biel shortly after ending his four-year romance with Diaz in 2007. The former lovers have stayed friends - and now they're going to be co-stars in comedy Bad Teacher.

In the film, Diaz plays a woman trying to steal a colleague's boyfriend, played by Timberlake - and there's one racy scene Biel might want to make sure she's on set for.

Life & Style magazine has exclusively obtained a copy of the movie’s script, and in it, things get awfully steamy when the two exes' characters find themselves alone in a hotel room.

According to the publication, Justin’s character begins "dry humping" Diaz's teacher and he gets "way too excited way too soon".

In the script, Timberlake's red-faced character says, "That was a mistake," to which his love interest responds, "That was fast." »

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Mad Men Inspires New Barbie Line
3 hours ago

Period TV drama Mad Men has inspired a new line of Barbie dolls, which will hit stores this summer.

Toymakers at Mattel, Inc. have teamed up with show producers and creators to design four Barbie Collector Mad Men dolls, based on characters played by Jon Hamm, January Jones, Christina Hendricks and silver-haired John Slattery.

The new Barbies will mark the first licensed doll line in the Barbie Fashion Model Collection. »

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Haim Approached By Celebrity Rehab Days Before Death
3 hours ago

Tragic actor Corey Haim rejected offers for a televised intervention on U.S. programme Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew in the final days before he died of an apparent drug overdose.

The 38-year-old star collapsed at his home in Oakwood, California in the early hours of Wednesday morning and was taken to St Joseph's hospital in Burbank, where he was pronounced dead.

The troubled actor had long battled prescription drug abuse and he made a reported 15 trips to rehab in a bid to kick his demons.

Ironically, Celebrity Rehab casting directors pitched the show to Haim's mother last October, and followed up with the actor within the last 10 days, in an effort to help him get his life back on track.

According to TMZ.com, Haim shot down the offer to appear on Dr. Drew Pinsky's show, and ended a brief conversation with casting bosses, saying, "I do not need help." A source close to the TV show also told the website Haim was "extremely defensive and insulted," and stated, "It's the last show I'd ever do."

According to Los Angeles Coroner's Office, there were no signs of foul play in Haim's death. The cause of death will be released pending the results of his autopsy and toxicology reports. »

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Mulroney Is The New Jim Rockford
3 hours ago

Actor Dermot Mulroney is revamping James Garner's TV detective for a remake of The Rockford Files.

The About Schmidt star will lead the cast in the new series, according to America's TV Guide.

The original Rockford Files was a hit show in the late 1970s.

It's not the only classic TV series heading back to the small screen - Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan will star in a Hawaii Five -O remake. »

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Feldman Wakes In Tears After Haim Tragedy
3 hours ago

Actor Corey Feldman has been left devastated by the death of his friend, namesake and co-star Corey Haim, revealing he was woken with the terrible news on Wednesday.

Haim reportedly suffered a drug overdose at his home in Oakwood, California in the early hours of Wednesday morning and was pronounced dead upon arrival at St Joseph's hospital in Burbank.

Feldman, the 38 year old's co-star in The Lost Boys, License To Drive, Last Resort and reality TV show The Two Coreys, reveals he learned of his pal's death as he woke up.

He says, "I was awakened at 8:30 this morning by my brother and sister knocking on my bedroom door. They informed me of the loss of my brother, Corey Haim. My eyes weren't even open all the way when the tears started streaming down my face.

"I am so sorry for Corey, his mother Judy, his family, my family, all of our fans, and of course my son, who I will have to find a way to explain this to when he gets home from school.

"This is a tragic loss of a wonderful, beautiful, tormented soul, who will always be my brother, family, and best friend. We must all take this as a lesson in how we treat the people we share this world with while they are still here to make a difference. Please respect our families as we struggle and grieve through this difficult time."

Meanwhile, the tragic actor's ex-girlfriend Nicole Eggert has opened up about her feelings, telling TV news show Entertainment Tonight she's "very saddened" about the news and the fact that her former lover and co-star was "unable to overcome the demons he so deeply struggled with". »

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Shields Plans To Get Lasered
6 hours ago

Brooke Shields is planning to undergo laser treatment to iron out the wrinkles on her face.

The actress admits her features are starting to show signs of the ageing process and she's constantly under pressure from Hollywood to stay looking young.

Shields, who admits to having botox treatment in 2006, tells Ladies' Home Journal, "I want laser treatment because I'm not a fan of my wrinkles."

But she admits she's incredibly nervous about undergoing any beauty treatment, adding, "But I have to find someone with a light touch. I'm scared I'll end up looking like the Joker." »

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Margulies Confronted Roberts About Restaurant Etiquette
6 hours ago

Julianna Margulies waited almost two decades to confront Julia Roberts after waiting on her as a struggling actress - because she was so shocked by the Pretty Woman star's obnoxious restaurant behaviour.

Margulies worked in a posh New York restaurant in her early 20s while she struggled to land acting roles - and she never forgot how rude Roberts behaved when she came in to eat.

Laughing off the incident she says, "I worked at one of these restaurants where it was only famous people who came in and years later I bumped into one of them - Julia Roberts. She is lovely - when you're not waiting on her."

But Margulies insists the pair became fast friends, after she confronted the Hollywood star when she too was famous.

She adds, "She and I talked about it... I said, 'You know, I waited on you once.' And she said, 'Oh God, was I horrible?' I said, 'Yeah, kind of.' She said, 'I was young.' We were both 23, but she was a huge star at the time and there were 20 people around her. She admitted it, she was like, 'I'm so sorry.' Then she bought me dinner, and I adore her." »

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Damon: "Rfk Role Is A Big Responsibility'
6 hours ago

Matt Damon is feeling the pressure of playing tragic U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy in a forthcoming biopic, because the role comes with "a lot of responsibility".

Damon is in talks to play the politician who was assassinated in 1968, just five years after his brother President John F. Kennedy was gunned down in Dallas, Texas.

The movie will be directed by Seabiscuit helmer Gary Ross, and based on Evan Thomas' biography of Kennedy, titled His Life.

Damon has confirmed he'll take the starring role if he likes the script, but admits he's intimidated by the prospect of playing Kennedy.

He says, "Well I dont know that I can (play him well). It's part of the challenge, but I'm pretty confident I could do it. It would be a lot of research and time put in. Where I come from, he's a pretty important person and it's a lot of responsibility... the script comes in in a few weeks and hopefully (it's) a good script."

Kennedy has previously been portrayed on screen by Martin Sheen in 1974 TV movie The Missiles of October, by Casey Affleck in The Kennedys of Massachusetts, and more recently by Dave Fraunces in 2006's Bobby. »

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Celebrity Tributes Pour In For Haim
6 hours ago

Stars including Alyssa Milano and director Kevin Smith have paid tribute to late star Corey Haim, who died suddenly on Wednesday from an apparent drug overdose.

The 38-year-old star collapsed at his home in Oakwood, California in the early hours of Wednesday morning and was taken to St Joseph's hospital in Burbank, where he was pronounced dead.

Haim, who had long battled prescription drug abuse and made a reported 15 trips to rehab, had complained of flu-like symptoms in the days before his death, according to TMZ.com. In 2001, he was rushed to the UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica, California after reportedly suffering a drug-induced stroke.

And as news of Haim's death spread, celebrities have taken to social networking website Twitter.com to express their grief over the loss of the tragic actor.

Milano, who once dated the star, writes: "Just woke up to the sad, sad news that Corey Haim passed away. Rip sweet boy," while Smith tweeted: "Lost Boy goes home: Corey Haim, dead at 38. ... G'bye, Lucas. You gave hope to the weird & unlikely."

Christina Applegate adds: "My thoughts go out to Corey's family and friends today. So sad."

Former child star Ralph Macchio also expressed his condolences: "Always so sad and disturbing when the addiction and demons prevail. Rip Corey Haim."

According to Los Angeles Coroner assistant chief Ed Winter, there were no signs of foul play in Haim's death. Winter has confirmed four "normal" prescription bottles were found at the actors apartment and "no illicit drugs (were) found at the residence".

Haim's cause of death will be released pending the results of his autopsy and toxicology reports. »

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Wood Walks Out Of Spider-Man Stage Spectacular
6 hours ago

The much-anticipated Spider-Man musical has been hit with another major blow - the project's star, Evan Rachel Wood, has quit.

The Broadway stageshow, titled Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, has been hit with a series of problems and delays in the past six months - and now Wood has walked over a scheduling conflict, forcing producers to find a new Mary Jane.

Previews were expected to begin last month, but now the production is not expected to make its debut until the end of the summer.

A financial problem temporarily shut down production in August, just two months after Wood confirmed she'd be playing Spider-Man's love interest in the Julie Taymor musical, which features music from U2's Bono and The Edge.

Alan Cumming has been cast as the musical’s villain, the Green Goblin, while newcomer Reeve Carney will play the superhero's alter-ego Peter Parker in the production. »

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Hall Prepares For Final Chemo Session
6 hours ago

Dexter star Michael C. Hall will finish his long and gruelling cancer treatment after one final chemotherapy session next week.

Hall has been battling Hodgkin's Lymphoma in secret, only revealing his illness to the world shortly before he collected his first ever Golden Globe award in January.

His appearance at the ceremony, wearing a hat to hide the hairloss he has suffered as a result of painful chemo sessions, provoked an outpouring of support from fans of Dexter.

And Hall insists he's winning his fight with cancer, and is close to the end of his battle, telling Us Weekly, "I'm great on the health front. I've had my second to last treatment and there's one more to go on March 17." »

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Brinkley Auctions Off Wedding Outfit
9 hours ago

Christie Brinkley is selling off the outfit she wore for her 1996 wedding to ex-husband Peter Cook.

The former supermodel split from the businessman in 2008 over claims he was addicted to porn. She later filed for divorce when it emerged he had conducted an affair with his teenage assistant in 2004.

The couple endured a bitter court battle over the details of the divorce, which was finalised in October, 2008. But it took another year for them to agree a custody deal for their two kids and the division of their assets.

And now Brinkley is getting rid of the white Armani skirt suit she wore to their wedding, along with other garments and accessories, via an internet auction which will benefit the American Red Cross.

The auction on Clothesoffourback.org lists the outfit with a starting price of $400 (£250) and ends on Thursday. »

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McConaughey Loves Alves Language Barrier
9 hours ago

Matthew McConaughey insists the language barrier between him and his Portuguese girlfriend Camila Alves is actually beneficial to their relationship - because she can moan about the actor without him knowing.

The Hollywood star has two children with the Brazilian model/designer, but he's never learned to speak in his partner's native tongue.

And McConaughey is convinced his lack of linguistic skills helps keep their romance alive.

He tells U.S. talk show host Jay Leno, "I've come to find that I do think it is actually healthy for our relationship that I don't speak that much Portuguese because she doesn't have to whisper if she's talking noise on me. She can speak out loud.

"I don't know what she's saying, but it sounds great... someone can say something about you right in front of your face and you don't even know it's about you."

The actor also reveals the couple's son Levi, who turns two this summer, can already speak more Portuguese than his dad.

He adds, "Levi speaks a whole lot more Portuguese than Papa does. I get a little heck for it in the household." »

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Moore Teaches Daughter To Pole Dance
9 hours ago

Striptease star Demi Moore turned heads at a recent Hollywood party, when she gave daughter Rumer Willis a pole dancing lesson.

The actress was partying at the Chateau Marmont hotel in Los Angeles with her husband Ashton Kutcher and her 21-year-old daughter, when Moore spotted a pole and began showing off the tricks she learned in the 1996 film.

But the star didn't hog the spotlight - she brought Rumer, whose dad is Moore's ex-husband Bruce Willis, to the stage and taught her how to copy her sexy moves, in front of fellow revellers Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Aniston.

A source tells U.S. magazine Life & Style, "Everyone was cheering, and Leo gave Ashton a high-five." »

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Ritchie To Tackle King Arthur
9 hours ago

Guy Ritchie has signed up to direct a new movie retelling the legend of King Arthur.

The story of the British monarch, which has spawned numerous myths and fantasy tales, was previously the subject of a 2004 blockbuster starring Keira Knightley and Clive Owen.

Now the legend will be heading back to cinemas in a new film directed by Ritchie, which will rework the story to show the sixth century ruler's defeat of Saxon invaders.

The Warner Bros. movie will be based on Thomas Mallory's Le Morte d'Arthur, a compilation of French and English tales from 1485, according to Variety.com. »

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Letterman Grateful Extortion Case Is Over
9 hours ago

U.S. TV host David Letterman is grateful authorities brought the man who tried to blackmail him to justice - telling viewers the case was handled "professionally, skillfully and appropriately."

TV producer Robert Halderman was charged with attempted first degree grand larceny in October after reportedly threatening to expose The Late Show presenter's affairs with employees unless Letterman bought his silence for $2 million (£1.25 million).

Halderman was due to stand trial, but struck a deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to one count of grand larceny in the second degree.

He was sentenced to six months in jail and five years probation, as well as 1,000 hours of community service, on Tuesday, and Letterman released a statement through his attorneys praising prosecutors for their hard work.

It reads, "When they became involved with this case, I had complete faith that a just and appropriate result was inevitable. On behalf of my family, I am extremely grateful for their tireless efforts."

He also addressed the matter during his TV show that night, telling viewers, "It was handled professionally, skillfully and appropriately." »

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Director Pierce Dies
9 hours ago

American filmmaker Charles B. Pierce has died, aged 71.

Pierce passed away on Friday at a nursing home in Dover, Tennessee. No cause of death was specified.

He is best-known for documentary-style 1972 horror movie The Legend of Boggy Creek, which cost just $160,000 (£100,000) to make and grossed over $20 million (£13.3 million), according to the New York Times.

The film is an acknowledged influence on 1999 hit horror movie The Blair Witch Project.

Pierce's other directing credits include Bootleggers, The Town That Dreaded Sundown, Winterhawk, Sacred Ground and Boggy Creek II: And the Legend Continues, released in 1985.

His writing credits include the story for 1983 Clint Eastwood movie Sudden Impact - the fourth film in the actor/director's Dirty Harry series. »

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Fawcett's Family Receives Academy Apology
9 hours ago

Academy Awards bosses have officially apologised to Farrah Fawcett's family for leaving the late actress out of a tribute at the recent ceremony.

The Charlie's Angels star, who lost her battle with cancer last year, was not included in the annual In Memoriam list at the show, which honours stars who have died in the last 12 months.

The snub sparked outrage, with Fawcett's longtime lover Ryan O'Neal announcing plans to write a letter to Oscars bosses demanding an explanation, and his daughter Tatum O'Neal admitting she was "deeply saddened" by the move.

Bruce Davis, the executive director of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, subsequently defended the decision to leave Fawcett out of the tribute, calling it the "single most troubling element of the Oscar show every year."

And now he has officially apologised for the snub. Davis says, "There's nothing you can say to people, particularly to family members, within a day or two of the show that helps at all. They tend to be surprised and hurt, and we understand that and we're sorry for it." »

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Corey Haim Dead At 38
9 hours ago

Canadian actor Corey Haim has died in California after allegedly suffering a drug overdose.

The 38-year-old star reportedly collapsed at his home in Oakwood in the early hours of Wednesday morning and his distraught mother called emergency services. He was taken to St Joseph's hospital in Burbank, where he was pronounced dead.

Sergeant Frank Albarren, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department, tells MSNBC.com, "It was an apparent overdose. Unknown what type of medication."

Haim had reportedly been sick in the days before his death, suffering flu-like symptoms, according to TMZ.com.

The actor had a history of drug problems and had spoken candidly of his longrunning battle with substance abuse.

Born in Ontario, Canada, Haim broke into acting in the 1980s on Canadian TV show The Edison Twins, before making his film debut opposite Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr. in 1984's Firstborn.

He appeared opposite Point Break actor Gary Busey as a paraplegic boy in the big screen version of Stephen King's Silver Bullet, before shooting to international stardom as the lead in 1986's Lucas - alongside Charlie Sheen and Winona Ryder.

Haim went on to film eight hit movies with his child star namesake Corey Feldman, including The Lost Boys, License to Drive, Watchers and Dream A Little Dream, leading the actors to be dubbed 'The Two Coreys'.

Haim was awarded two Young Artist Awards during the 1980s - Exceptional Young Actor in TV show A Time to Live in 1985, and Best Young Actor in 1989, which he shared with Feldman for their parts in License to Drive.

But as rumours of a serious drug problem began to surface in the 1990s, his career took a dip with a string of straight-to-video movies including Blown Away and National Lampoon's Last Resort.

In 1993, he was charged for pulling out a fake handgun during a bust-up with his business manager. The charges were later reduced from felony to misdemeanour.

In 1996 he was sued for $375,000 (£250,000) after pulling out of film Paradise Bar because of his drug problem, which he had reportedly failed to mention on his insurance form. With his financial problems spiralling out of control, Haim filed for bankruptcy in 1997.

The actor reportedly checked himself into rehab 15 times in a bid to battle his drug demons, and in 2001 was rushed to the UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica, California after reportedly suffering a drug-induced stroke.

But in 2004 he moved back to his native Toronto and appeared to have overcome his problems.

In recent years, Haim attempted to resurrect his career, filming reality show The Two Coreys with Feldman in 2007, and in 2008 he shot minor scenes for Lost Boys: The Tribe, reprising his 1987 role.

The two actors' screen reunion was short-lived - Feldman, who has also struggled with drug problems, reportedly refused to continue working and communicating with Haim until he beat his addiction.

At the time of his death, Haim had signed up to appear in a number of productions, which were slated for release later this year, including The Science of Cool opposite Mischa Barton, The Throwaways alongside pop star-turned-actor Luke Goss, and action thriller The Dead Sea.

Haim was briefly engaged to Nicole Eggert, Holly Fields, and Cindi Guyer, and has previously dated Victoria Beckham and Alyssa Milano, but it is unknown if he was in a relationship at the time of his death. »

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Corey Haim Dead At 38
11 hours ago

Canadian actor Corey Haim has died in California after allegedly suffering a drug overdose.

The 38-year-old star was reportedly discovered unresponsive at his home in Oakwood in the early hours of Wednesday morning by his distraught mother. He was taken to St Joseph's hospital in Burbank, where he was pronounced dead.

Sergeant Frank Albarren, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department, tells MSNBC.com, "It was an apparent overdose. Unknown what type of medication."

Haim, who had a long history of drug problems, is believed to have passed away between the hours of 4am and 4.30am local time.

The actor found fame in the 1980s, co-starring in numerous films with Corey Feldman, including The Lost Boys. »

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Damon Relied On Soldier Co-stars In Green Zone
13 hours ago

Matt Damon was grateful when actual U.S. soldiers were cast alongside him in Green Zone - because they were able to share their own war experiences to ensure his portrayal was authentic.

The actor plays an army officer searching for weapons of mass destruction in Iraq in the new thriller, which features dozens of real military members.

Damon admits it was a challenge to play their leader, but was relieved to have their input.

He tells Britain's Live From Studio Five, "A big part of the role for me was getting comfortable enough to give these guys orders because I did not feel that I was qualified to do that!

"As an actor you're always just trying to be believable - that's really my only job. If at any point you don't believe what I'm doing or I am who I say I am, then I've failed. As a result you end up seeing actors spend a lot of time close to their technical advisors, the experts who are on the set to help.

"So having 30 guys who just got back from Iraq made it really easy to fall into this (role) but also they helped me and pointed things out to me...

"To their credit, they bought into the whole world that we were creating. They wanted the film to be good and they wanted my portrayal to feel authentic, so they realised really quickly that their help was a welcome thing." »

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Bridges Regrets Keeping Kids From Spotlight
13 hours ago

Oscar winner Jeff Bridges regrets he never encouraged his three daughters to act - but hopes one day they'll "stumble" into the industry.

The Crazy Heart star thanked his actor parents, Lloyd and Dorothy Bridges, for introducing him to the profession when he accepted the Best Actor award at the Oscars on Sunday.

And Bridges admits he's beginning to wish he'd pushed his daughters - Isabelle, 28, Jessica, 26, and 24-year-old Haley - to step in front of the camera.

He explains, "I didn't make it as available to them as my dad did with us. Not that he was a stage parent - he just enjoyed it so much that he wanted to turn his kids on to it. And he was right, I've had a wonderful life. I didn't do it with my kids and I kind of regret it a little bit. Still, I wouldn't be surprised if they stumbled into it some day. They've got it in their blood, three generations of it."

But he's happy his girls have been shielded from the negative aspects of fame: "Growing up in Hollywood, I've seen the downside to being too famous. You have to start thinking about staying on top, you have to get calculating, and you can't walk down the street. They have never been attractive prospects to me. Less fame would be better than more." »

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Neighbours Shoot Halted After On-set Drama
13 hours ago

Filming on Australian soap opera Neighbours was halted last week (beg01Mar10) after police were called to deal with an actor in a "distressed" state who began smashing up the set.

Producers on the TV show stopped the shoot on Friday and called emergency services after the unnamed extra started behaving in "an extraordinary way" - breaking objects in the Melbourne studio and accidentally slicing her wrist on some cut glass.

Filming was cancelled and the cast was escorted away from the set while police and ambulance crews dealt with the woman, who was later admitted to hospital.

Neighbours executive producer Susan Bower tells Australia's Herald Sun newspaper, "It was a bit of a shock. One of our regular extras wasn't really feeling the best and started behaving in an extraordinary way. She was very distressed and swung her hand and knocked a glass off a table."

Producer Neal Kingston adds, "We were concerned for the welfare of everyone and removed all cast and crew until the police arrived to assess the situation. She broke a couple of items so we cleared the situation to make sure everyone was Ok and waited for authorities to arrive. She was assisted by police and went willingly outside with them. Authorities assessed the situation and (the) cut on her hand and decided to seek further treatment. The ambulance came and took her to hospital and, from our understanding, her injury was successfully treated." »

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Lohan's Mum Wades Into Advert Lawsuit
13 hours ago

Lindsay Lohan's mum Dina has backed her daughter's multi-million dollar legal battle over an advert which allegedly used the actress' name and poked fun at her personal problems - branding the commercial "horrible" and "mean".

The Mean Girls star is seeking $100 million (£66.7 million) in damages and compensation in connection with the promo for financial firm E-Trade, which depicts a baby girl called Lindsay as a boyfriend stealer and a "milkaholic".

Lohan filed a lawsuit on Monday at Nassau County Supreme Court over the advert, which debuted on U.S. TV during the Super Bowl last month.

The star's lawyer, Stephanie Ovadia, alleges company bosses used Lohan's "name and characterisation" without paying her or asking for her approval, thus violating her rights, while chiefs at the advertising firm behind the commercial claim they chose the name Lindsay at random.

And now Dina Lohan has defended her daughter's decision to sue, insisting the advert reduced the actress to tears during the Super Bowl celebrations.

Dina claims the 23 year old called her after the Super Bowl "extremely upset", telling The New York Post, "She said, 'Mommy, help me. This is wrong. How can they do this?'"

Lohan's mother is adamant the commercial was aimed at her daughter - insisting the name Lindsay has as much recognition as other single-word monikers, used by stars such as Madonna and Cher.

She adds, "They're little babies doing this, mocking another child who's just trying to survive Hollywood, basically. I'm just basically glad I took a stand. I'm not going to let them do this to us anymore. Everyone knows Lindsay, like Cher or Madonna."

Lohan is seeking $50 million (£33 million) in exemplary damages, as well as $50 million (£33 million) in compensation. »

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Williams Sued By Studio Owner
13 hours ago

Katt Williams is in trouble over another allegedly unpaid bill - a recording studio owner is suing him for $1 million (£666,667) amid allegations the star attacked him when he was challenged over an outstanding debt.

The rapper/comedian has seen his financial problems spiral over the last few months, with bosses at a construction company recently filing suit against the star for allegedly failing to settle a bill for work carried out at his home in Calabasas, California last year.

He's now been targeted in a lawsuit from Merion Powers, who states Williams used his Atlanta, Georgia facilities to record comedy routines in October, but allegedly failed to pay for the studio time.

In a lawsuit filed at Fulton County Superior Court, Powers claims the star's dog attacked one of his own pets during the recording sessions and he later met up with Williams to discuss the incident and collect the $28,600 (£19,067) bill.

The studio owner alleges he was restrained by one of the funnyman's bodyguards, while the star punched him in the face and threatened to kill him, according to Allhiphop.com.

Powers is seeking at least $1 million (£666,667) in damages for assault, battery, false imprisonment, damage to property and intentional infliction of emotional distress, as well as the allegedly unpaid recording bill. »

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Sheen To Get Back To Work
13 hours ago

Troubled actor Charlie Sheen is preparing to leave rehab and get back to work - he's slated to resume filming on his Two And A Half Men TV show at the end of next week.

Production on the series was suspended last month when Sheen, who has a history of drug abuse, was admitted to a recovery facility as a "preventative measure".

Sheen's wife Brooke Mueller also received treatment in rehab following a turbulent few weeks for the couple, which began with a Christmas Day bust-up between the pair which saw Sheen arrested and charged with a string of felonies.

The 44 year is old is due back in court in Colorado on Monday in connection with the ongoing case, and his publicist, Stan Rosenfield, has announced he will be out of rehab and back at work on 19 March.

He tells CNN.com, "He returns to the show for the March 19 taping." »

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Labeouf's Fears For 'Broken' Douglas
13 hours ago

Shia Labeouf was seriously concerned for Michael Douglas when they met on the set of the Wall Street sequel - describing the veteran actor as a "broken man" following revelations about his son's legal problems.

Cameron Douglas was arrested last August following a drugs raid on his room at a New York City hotel. He pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and one count of possession of heroin, and will remain behind bars until he is handed his sentence in April.

At a recent bail hearing, Cameron's lawyers blamed his superstar father for his problems - insisting the 31 year old turned to drugs because he was "hurt" by Douglas' celebrity status and his "difficult upbringing".

Labeouf recently began working with Douglas on upcoming movie, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps and admits his 65-year-old co-star has been suffering greatly because of Cameron's ongoing troubles.

He tells German website Gala.de, "I met a broken man, not Michael Douglas the celebrity. This man suffers; he's going through a crisis. He fears for his son. Cameron is facing a prison sentence because of his drug dealing. When I worked with Michael, he would visit his son in prison before he arrived at the set. It was really difficult for him."

And the Transformers star reveals director Oliver Stone tried to accommodate Douglas' situation - but found it difficult because of the tight filming schedule.

He adds, "Oliver was really sensitive, but he had to finish his film at the same time. That's why there wasn't a lot of time left to comfort Michael. That was tough." »

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Glee Star Salling Still Single
17 hours ago

A representative for Glee's Mark Salling has cleared up rumours linking him to co-star Naya Rivera, insisting the actor is too busy to date.

The Hollywood hunk, who plays bad boy Puck in the TV musical, was said to be dating the brunette beauty, who plays one of his onscreen love interests.

But the 27 year old has assured fans he's still single via a statement from his spokesperson.

His rep tells E! Online, "Mark is not in a committed relationship at this time as his primary focus has been his work." »

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Butler Can't Recall Lost Year In America
17 hours ago

Scottish movie star Gerard Butler struggles to recall moments from his first year in America - because he spent most of his time drunk.

The hard-living 300 star turned his back on his studies to become a lawyer and moved to Venice, California in the mid-1990s.

But his love of drinking and partying took over and now he only has fuzzy memories of his first year in America.

He says, "I actually can't remember those times so well... Sometimes I would leave L.A. and wake up in Florida and think, 'How did this happen?'"

Butler has since cleaned up his act and claims he hasn't touched alcohol for 13 years. »

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Dench Writing Memoir
17 hours ago

Veteran actress Dame Judi Dench is set to tell her life story - she's writing an autobiography.

The Shakespeare in Love star will team up with publisher Weidenfeld & Nicolson to write the memoir, entitled And Furthermore.

The tome will document her lengthy career, as well as her 30-year marriage to actor Michael Williams, who died in 2001 after losing his battle with lung cancer.

The book is expected to hit shelves in October. »

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Bridges: 'I'd Never Have A Fling With Co-star'
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Oscar winner Jeff Bridges would never cheat on his wife Susan with a co-star - because an affair would cost him "everything".

The Crazy Heart star, who scooped the Best Actor prize at Sunday's Academy Awards, credits his partner with much of his success, and insists he'd never risk their 33-year relationship for a fling with an actress.

He says, "I'm so in love with her. The relationship just keeps getting better and more intimate and sexier and all that stuff. If you change partners every time it gets tough or you get a little dissatisfied, then you don't get the richness that's available in a long-term relationship. My wife supports me and it makes me love her more. You don't want to mess around with that.

"(But) it was harder earlier on. Getting married was frightening. No matter how much womanising you do as a single guy, you always think there's more to be done. You don't want to get sexually involved with the other actor.

"It spells trouble. My family was and is too precious to me. I know sex can lose you everything."

And Bridges, who has starred opposite Hollywood beauties Kim Basinger and Michelle Pfeiffer, insists he fell in love with Susan when she was working as a waitress and sporting two black eyes and a broken nose.

He recalls, "I was filming Rancho Deluxe and she was absolutely gorgeous - even though she'd been in this car accident. I asked her out and she turned me down saying something like, 'All you Hollywood guys think you can come in and get any girl in town. Forget about it. Maybe I'll see you around.' Well, I did see her around and kept after her." »

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James Proud Of Bullock's Oscar Win
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Reality TV star Jesse James is beaming with pride following Sandra Bullock's Oscar win, insisting his wife deserved the honour "more than anybody".

The actress accepted the coveted Best Actress prize for her role in The Blind Side at the Academy Awards on Sunday - triumphing over fellow nominees including Meryl Streep and Dame Helen Mirren - and the Motorcycle Mania star is convinced she was the rightful winner.

He tells People.com, "I'm so proud of her. Nobody deserves this more and works harder. She's old-school Hollywood - just gracious and a star who's so much better than you expect them to be.

"She's beautiful. She's amazing. She takes my breath away. Sometimes I look at her and I do, I just lose my breath."

And the mechanic had no problems leaving his garage to accompany Bullock for the evening, adding, "It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to support my wife and her work. She does it all the time for me. She goes to Mexico, to the desert, to the hospital - a lot - to support me and my work. The least I can do is put on a suit and support her." »

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Tatum O'Neal 'Deeply Saddened' By Fawcett Snub
17 hours ago

Tatum O'Neal is "deeply saddened" Farrah Fawcett was omitted from the 2010 Academy Awards' tribute to dead stars, insisting the late actress was an icon and deserved to be included.

Tatum's father Ryan O'Neal, Fawcett's longtime lover, has already revealed plans to write a letter to Oscar bosses demanding an explanation as to why the Charlie's Angels star was kept off the annual In Memoriam list.

The Paper Moon actress is equally upset and has issued an official statement expressing her disappointment.

She says, "On behalf of myself, my father Ryan O’Neal and my entire family, we are deeply saddened that a truly beautiful and talented actress Farrah Fawcett was not included in the memorial montage during the 82nd Academy Awards. We are bereft with this exclusion of such an international icon who inspired so many for so many reasons. Beautiful, talented Farrah will never be forgotten by her family and amazing fans." »

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Wright: 'Giant Was In So Much Pain On The Princess Bride Set'
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Actress Robin Wright has exploded a movie myth - late wrestling icon and movie star Andre The Giant was in so much pain during the making of cult 1987 film The Princess Bride he couldn't even carry the actress.

The Forrest Gump star had to be suspended from cables in scenes in which Andre, real name Andre Rene Roussimoffs, had to carry her - because the larger-than-life star couldn't lift her.

She recalls, "I had cables (because) his back was so bad and he was on so much pain med that he couldn't talk... He couldn't function very well."

That said, Wright has fond memories of working with Andre the Giant.

"He was such a sweetheart... He'd ingest small horses and a side of mashed potatoes and he would sort of wash it down with a case of wine and about six bottles of cognac.

"Then it was, 'Ok, who is gonna vie for that position to carry him back to his room when he's drunk...' We all had to do it." »

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Ringwald: 'Brat Pack Stars Get Together Every Couple Of Years'
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Actress Molly Ringwald insists the 'Brat Pack' reunion at Sunday's Oscars was easy to organise - because the stars get together every few years.

The Breakfast Club star joined the likes of Matthew Broderick, Macauley Culkin and Ally Sheedy for an Academy Awards tribute to late filmmaker John Hughes, who turned them all into teenage household names - and she reveals the reunion was just old friends getting together again.

She tells WENN, "We had all seen each other about five years ago when we were all together for the MTV tribute to John. We run into each other every so often. We all have very different lives and careers but we usually get together at least every couple of years for one reason or another.

"I just hope next time it will be for a happier occasion."

But she admits it was wonderful to get the chance to honour Hughes at the Oscars: "It was very emotional. It was a wonderful tribute. I was very happy to be a part of it." »

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Woman Attacked During Shutter Island Screening
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

A Shutter Island movie experience almost turned deadly for one film fan in Lancaster, California when she was attacked by a fellow cinemagoer after complaining about his cellphone use.

The unnamed woman was stabbed in the neck with a meat thermometer after grumbling about a phone conversation during the film at the Cinemark 22 theatre earlier this month.

Local police have gone public with the story after failing to track down the the two men who attacked the victim during the Saturday night screening.

Sheriff's spokesman Steve Whitmore tells the Los Angeles Times newspaper, "It was a vicious and cowardly attack."

The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries. »

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Streep Learns She's Related To Pal Nichols On TV
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Meryl Streep was left stunned by a TV study of her family tree - because it uncovered her family links to moviemaker Mike Nichols, who is one of her closest friends.

The actress agreed to be part of top U.S. genealogist Henry Louis Gates, Jr's new documentary Faces of America - but she had no idea his research would suggest she and Nichols are cousins.

Ironically, Streep and Nichols have worked on four films together.

After learning the news during the taping of the upcoming special, Streep shrieked and said, "This is ridiculous!"

Gates' studies also uncovered ancestral links between revered cellist Yo-Yo Ma and actress Eva Longoria Parker.

The stunned Desperate Housewives star quipped, "Is he Mexican?" »

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De Niro To Play American Football Legend In Biopic?
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Robert De Niro is the frontrunner to portray American football great Vince Lombardi in a new sports movie.

The actor has been tapped to play the legendary football coach in a biopic being developed by Espn Films and the National Football League, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Revered screenwriter Eric Roth is working on the script for Lombardi.

The coach is considered one of the sport's greatest after turning the fortunes of the Green Bay Packers around in the 1960s and winning five championships in nine years.

Lombardi died in 1970.

Charles Coplin, the NFL's vice-president of programming, tells the publication, "There are few actors who could accurately portray the fire, passion and grit of Lombardi, and we’re thrilled to have Robert De Niro on our team." »

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Whitfield Battling Cancer
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Spartacus: Blood And Sand star Andy Whitfield has been diagnosed with cancer.

Production on the second season of the U.S. show was due to begin in New Zealand in the coming weeks but filming has been postponed to allow Whitfield time to undergo treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

And the Welsh star, who plays gladiator slave Spartacus in the hard-hitting cable series, is confident he will beat the disease - because doctors detected it in its early stages.

He says, "I'm receiving excellent care, and am feeling strong, positive and determined with an army of support behind me." »

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Hopper's Wife Refuses To Move Out
9 March 2010 5:31 PM, PST

Dennis Hopper's estranged wife is refusing to move off his property while the actor battles terminal prostate cancer - because she's broke, according to a new report.

A judge ordered Victoria Duffy to leave the actor's Venice, California residence by 15 March after granting the Easy Rider star a restraining order against her last month.

But, in legal papers filed in court on Tuesday, Victoria claims she she should be allowed to stay - because she lives in a free-standing unit on Hopper's compound.

She also claims to have insufficient funding, stating, "I believe in contemplation of death (that Dennis Hopper) may be intending to remove me as a beneficiary of any kind."

The 73 year old filed for divorce in January, citing irreconcilable differences, and received a restraining order against Duffy after his doctor insisted her presence was "hampering his cancer care". »

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