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Bachchan Gives Birth To Baby Girl
Nov 16th
Bollywood beauty Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has become a first-time mother after giving birth to a baby girl.
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The 38-year-old actress, who is married to Abhishek Bachchan, son of veteran Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan, welcomed a daughter at a hospital in Mumbai, India last Wednesday.
The news was announced by the baby’s famous grandfather, Amitabh Bachchan, in a post on his Twitter.com page, he writes, ” I am dada (grandfather) to the cutest baby girl!… Ecstatic!”
Amitabh is already grandfather to his daughter Shweta Nanda’s two children.
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Taymor Attacks U2 Stars Over Spider-Man Comments
Nov 16th
Former Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark musical director Julie Taymor has taken aim at U2 stars Bono and The Edge for remarks they made to the media before she was sacked earlier this year.
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The moviemaker and theater visionary created the concept behind the Broadway spectacular and worked with the rockers to bring the musical to the stage, but following a series of mishaps and financial problems the show was shut down this past spring and producers opted to replace Taymor before reworking the project.
She is now suing the producers of the Spider-Man show for more than $1 million , claiming they have violated her artistic and creative rights and owe her cash.
And, in an interview with Esquire magazine, she insists there’s no love lost between her and the U2 stars, who were co-producers of the show.
Attacking the rock duo, who also created the show’s score, over comments they made about her appearing exhausted before she was fired, Taymor tells the publication, “There’s no doubt by the end of February, when I felt all of this stuff happening, that I was exhausted by that, but not by the show and not by the inspiration I was getting from the actors.
“I think that those (quotes) were important to paint a picture of a director who you needed to release in order to make this big change. I had to be characterised that way in order for something to happen.”
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Stars React To Wall Street Protest Clearance
Nov 15th
Stars including Tom Morello, Kathy Griffin and Eli Roth have taken to the internet to express their shock after police swooped on the Occupy Wall Street camp in New York in a bid to clear out the protesters.
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The demonstrators hit headlines back in September when they took up residence in Manhattan’s Zuccotti Park to protest against corporate greed, and the campaign has gained celebrity supporters including Russell Brand, Kanye West and Jay-Z.
Officers of the New York Police department raided the park in the early hours of Tuesday morning in a bid to evict the protesters, with officials declaring the camp “poses an increasing health and fire safety hazard”.
A number of stars have now taken to Twitter.com to share their opinion on the unfolding drama, which was witnessed by comedienne Kathy Griffin during a late night walk around the city.
She writes, “Whoa! On my late nite (sic) NYC walk. Passed Zuccotti Park, saw a large group of people running. NYPD walking in formation in riot gear.”
Rage Against The Machine star Morello, who recently performed for a group of ‘Occupy’ protesters in London, writes, “NYPD is raiding Liberty Square right now! Occupy Wall Street,” while model/actress Milla Jovovich expressed her outrage: “WTF (what the f**k)!!! (You) have got 2 B (sic) kidding me!”
Actor/director Eli Roth kept a close eye on news coverage of the event and gave his Twitter.com followers regular updates.
He writes, “A real life horror movie is unfolding in NYC as police tear apart OWS camp… All the anger against corruption has pitted NYC’s finest against its citizens. It’s all so painful to watch from afar. Stay strong NYC…”
He later added, “Goodnight all. Hope NYC’s still standing when I wake up. Be safe NYC.”
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Fox Accuser Wants Countersuit Dismissed
Nov 15th
The female bus driver who accused Matthew Fox of assaulting her in August has filed papers demanding the actor’s countersuit against her is dismissed.
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The Lost star attempted to board a party bus in Ohio when he was confronted by driver Heather Bormann because his name was not on the private guestlist.
A scuffle ensued and Fox was accused of hitting Bormann, while the female driver allegedly punched the actor in the face. Fox was detained by police but not formally arrested.
Just weeks later, Bormann sued the actor, accusing him of assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress, but Fox hit back with a countersuit claiming the driver provoked him and subsequently subjected him to “public hatred, contempt, ridicule and shame” due to the media fallout.
Bormann is refusing to accept Fox’s lawsuit, branding his claims “baseless, impertinent, scandalous, and frivolous”, according to E! Online.
She wants Fox’s suit dismissed and is seeking $25,000 from the star.
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Boxing Legends Attend Frazier’s Funeral
Nov 15th
Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali turned out to pay their respects to former world heavyweight champion Joe Frazier at his funeral on Monday.
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Friends and family bid farewell to Frazier, who lost his fight with liver cancer last week, at the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson also attended the service, and he gave a moving tribute to Frazier.
Jackson also called for city officials to honour the late sports star with a statue, similar to the one of film fighter Rocky, portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, which stands outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
He said, “Rocky is an imaginary figure who never existed. Rocky never tasted his own blood. Rocky never faced Ken Norton. He never faced Ali. He never faced Larry Holmes.
“Joe paid real dues and he is a guy who we can emulate because of his sense of family, an ordinary Joe with extraordinary things. He remained our neighbour. He remained a church member. He remained a guy from the streets, so Philadelphia will honour itself by honouring Joe Frazier, but better late than never.”
Actor Mickey Rourke sent a video-taped message of condolence, while Ali says, “I will always remember Joe with respect and admiration.”
Frazier became the first man to beat Ali as a professional when he knocked him down in a 1971 match, which was known as the Fight of the Century.
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Coltrane Honored At Scottish BAFTAs
Nov 14th
Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane was the toast of the Scottish BAFTA Awards on Sunday as he was acknowledged for his longrunning career.
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The actor was honored for his “outstanding contribution to film” at the British Academy Scotland Awards ceremony in Glasgow.
Donkeys was named the Best Feature Film, while actor/director Peter Mullan picked up Best Director and Best Writer for his 2010 drama Neds, about 1970s Scotland.
BAFTA Scotland director Jude MacLaverty says, “We’re thrilled to see the British Academy Scotland Awards return for such a fantastic night.
“The strength of nominations in the categories demonstrates the wealth of talent we have within our country. The British Academy Scotland Awards has produced some truly deserving winners and my congratulations go out to them and all the nominees.”
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Pitt ‘to Retire At 50′
Nov 14th
Brad Pitt has vowed to stop acting by the age of 50 so he can focus on producing films.
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The 47 year old made the revelation on Australian talk show 60 Minutes when he was asked how long he plans to carry on starring in movies. He replied, “Three years.”
Pitt went on to detail his future career plans, adding, “I’ve really enjoyed the producerial side and getting stories to the plate that may have had a harder time otherwise.”
In a new interview with The Sunday Times’ Culture magazine, Pitt expands on how he sees his future, adding, “We all have a shelf life, and mine is coming – although there are a couple of things I’d still like to do. I am looking forward to playing a foul-mouthed grumpy old dude one day, that’s for sure.”
Pitt has several producing credits to his name, including The Time Traveler’s Wife, Julia Roberts’ movie Eat Pray Love, and this year’s The Tree of Life, which the actor also starred in.
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Timberlake Emotional At Marine Corps Ball
Nov 14th
Justin Timberlake fought back tears as he watched an emotional war video at a Marine Corps ball on Saturday, branding the event “one of the most moving evenings” he has ever experienced.
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The singer-turned-actor attended the Instructor Battalion party in Virginia with Corporal Kelsey de Santis, who invited the star to be her date in a video she posted on YouTube.com in July, and he took time out on Sunday to write a detailed blog about the night.
The post on his website begins, “I’m writing this out to all of you after attending an event that turned out to be one of the most moving evenings I’ve ever had… I knew I would have an evening that I wouldn’t forget… Something I could tell my friends about. What I didn’t know was how moved I would be by the whole experience. I’ve always been very vocal about my support of our Armed Forces… To say I was stoked to be there would be more than accurate.”
Timberlake used the evening to get to know his date better, revealing: “I had the opportunity to sit with Kelsey, get to know her and get a tiny glimpse into what her life as a marine was like. She seemed to me to be so humble and honest… Very cool. She also simultaneously seemed like she was nervous about… if I was going to enjoy myself. I have to tell you, it’s not every day that I meet a 23-year-old girl and she’s more worried about if I’m having fun or if I’m comfortable! I was really blown away.”
But despite the party atmosphere, Timberlake felt overwhelmed and humbled as a video about World War II and the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001 played.
He adds, “What happened then took me by such surprise that I was almost brought to tears… I was truly moved. I felt so proud to be there. I felt like I was getting a chance to be among my heroes. It’s funny too because a lot of them are so younger than me. They made me feel so welcome to be there and I’ll never forget it… Last night changed my life and I will never forget it.”
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Gaga Planning Spectacular 2012 Tour
Nov 14th
Lady Gaga has vowed to make her 2012 tour “bigger and better than ever” – and has already designed her extravagant set.
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The Poker Face hitmaker has not yet announced her concert dates for next year, but she is already hard at work preparing the show.
She says, “I’m gonna be here (in Britain) next year for my next tour. I just finished designing the stage and it’s bigger and better than ever. I’m so happy. I can’t wait to see you all there.”
Gaga revealed her plans after a performance of her new single Marry The Night on The X Factor on Sunday evening – and she stunned viewers by donning a decapitated corpse dress for the show, before stripping off to reveal a lacy black leotard.
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Taymor Attacks U2 Stars Over Spider-Man Comments
Nov 16th
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Former Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark musical director Julie Taymor has taken aim at U2 stars Bono and The Edge for remarks they made to the media before she was sacked earlier this year.
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The moviemaker and theater visionary created the concept behind the Broadway spectacular and worked with the rockers to bring the musical to the stage, but following a series of mishaps and financial problems the show was shut down this past spring and producers opted to replace Taymor before reworking the project.
She is now suing the producers of the Spider-Man show for more than $1 million , claiming they have violated her artistic and creative rights and owe her cash.
And, in an interview with Esquire magazine, she insists there’s no love lost between her and the U2 stars, who were co-producers of the show.
Attacking the rock duo, who also created the show’s score, over comments they made about her appearing exhausted before she was fired, Taymor tells the publication, “There’s no doubt by the end of February, when I felt all of this stuff happening, that I was exhausted by that, but not by the show and not by the inspiration I was getting from the actors.
“I think that those (quotes) were important to paint a picture of a director who you needed to release in order to make this big change. I had to be characterised that way in order for something to happen.”
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