Posts Tagged ‘Julia Roberts’
Hollywood exec wanted Julia Roberts to play Harriet Tubman
The screenwriter for the hit motion picture Harriet, about the legendary Black woman who freed many slaves via the Underground Railroad, said one Hollywood executives wanted White actress Julia Roberts to play Harriett Tubman. In an interview with Focus Features that has now gone viral, renowned screenwriter Gregory Allen Howard said a studio exec wanted…
Read Morev: ‘Wonder’ red carpet film premiere
Hollywood stars hit up the red carpet for the world premiere of the new film Wonder, starring Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson. Check out our interviews with the stars of the film and be sure to check out Wonder in theaters this Friday.
Read More‘Mockingjay 2’ dominates weekend box office despite franchise low opening
Imagine a film having an opening weekend of more than $100 million and still being considered somewhat of a disappointment. That is precisely the predicament that Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 is in though it made easy work of its box office competition and is a hit with fans who have given it an A-…
Read Morev: Chiwetel Ejiofor talks about his acting craft
Chiwetel Ejiofor talks about his acting craft with rolling out.
Read MoreBlue Ivy and other left-handed celebrities
From politicians to royalty to athletes to musicians/actors, some of the world’s most famous faces are left-handed. Joining the growing ranks of these famous names, is none other than Jay Z and Beyoncé’s beautiful little tot, Blue Ivy. Recently, the two-year-old, dressed in an adorable off white tutu dress, was captured at Michelle Obama’s 50th…
Read MoreFamous movie roles that were meant for other celebrities
It is sort of poetic justice that lady killer Idris Elba has landed a juicy film role intended for another long-established matinee idol, Tom Cruise. Elba played the lead in Guillermo del Toro’s sci-fi tentpole Pacific Rim, a part that had been offered to Mission Impossible franchise star Cruise. Elba had been earmarked by the…
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Where’d they go? Celebrity women who fell off big time
A lot of celebrity women were recently riding an uninterrupted upward trajectory towards the horizon of fame and fortune — and then then the magic carpet ride crashed and tumbled the rider into abject obscurity without warning. And, oftentimes, we are left scratching our heads wondering what happened to them and why they fell off.…
Read MoreCelebrities with adorable twin children
With the recent news of former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” cast member Kim Zolciak expecting twins, we thought we’d introduce you to a few other celebrities and their twins. From well-known superstar singers to Academy award winning actors to less-recognized stars, mothers of multiples are everywhere! Click to continue for a little double trouble! –…
Read MoreGeorge Clooney’s long list of celebrity ex-lovers and girlfriends
George Clooney is one of America’s most respected and admired actors, humanitarians, political activist and most eligible bachelors. So when the Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker recently broke up with gal pal Stacey Kiebler, it naturally set off a feeding frenzy among the tabloids. Clooney, who has sworn off ever getting married again, has had…
Read MoreCelebrities who gained weight for movie roles
While most celebrities are on the grind trying to stay as slim and fit as possible, some are actually doing the opposite and packing on the pounds. As a celebrity, choices have to be made — gain the weight and be employed or stay fit and be unemployed. Check out these celebrities who gained weight…
Read MoreCelebrity plastic surgery: Celebrities who have insured body parts
We purchase insurance for our homes, our cars, our lives and even our pets; however, when it comes to Hollywood, some stars have much more at stake. Whether real or fake, they are taking no chances with their most prized possessions. From Rihanna to Julia Roberts, see how much these celebrities body parts are worth.
Read MoreCelebrity real estate: Oscar winners’ homes
Want to take a peek at the glamorous homes of your favorite actors, actresses and musicians? These Oscar winners definitely have the money to purchase the home of their dreams and did just that. From $2.25 million to more than $26 million, these celebrities chose some pretty nice cribs in which to lay their heads. Check out some…
Read MoreRichest actresses with Oscars
The 85th Oscar nominations are in! This year’s Academy Award winners will be chosen live, Sunday, Feb. 24, at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles. The Academy Awards, also known as The Oscars, are awards given annually for excellence in cinematic achievements. Women have won their share of Academy Awards and paved the way for the actresses of…
Read MoreActors who passed on blockbuster movie roles and regretted it
It is most fascinating to learn about a legendary, blockbuster film, but to also learn of the actors who turned down the roles, which someone else accepted and subsequently became rich, famous and immortal icons. Below are just a few examples of superstar actors who passed on blockbuster movie roles, and some regretted it.…
Read MoreBad Celebrity Hair Days
You think that celebrities are always fixed up perfectly? I think not. We all have them, but celebrities are not supposed to. Here is a list of celebs who have had bad hair days.
Read MoreCelebrities Over 40 Who Don’t Look It
What is the secret to aging gracefully? Is it just a matter of genetics or good luck? Is is exercise and nutritional discipline that makes the face shine and appear vibrant? For some reason some women, like the regal first lady above, appear years younger than their chronological age. There are many others. Let’s take…
Read MoreDenzel Washington: The Black Millionaire Blueprint for Success
Just how great is Denzel Washington? The greatest actors of this generation sing his praises. Two-time Academy Award winner Tom Hanks (Philadelphia, Forrest Gump) said working with Denzel was like going to film school. Two-time Academy Award winner Jodie Foster (The Accused, The Silence of the Lambs) told rolling out at a movie premiere that…
Read MoreStevie J, Joseline and Other Strange Celebrity Romances
Stevie J and Joseline Fernandez getting married? According to media reports, yes, which seems to defy all logic. How can a relationship between a prolific womanizer and a stripper-turned-rapper work out in the long run? Is this a publicity stunt designed to increase ratings or does Stevie J really love Joseline? Stevie J’s proposal to…
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