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Director Tom Ford re-enacts family suicide in A Single Man
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Fashion designer-turned-moviemaker Tom Ford had a lot of personal drama to draw from for the suicide scene in his acclaimed new film A Single Man, as it took place in his own family. Colin Firth plans his suicide in the movie after losing his longtime partner, played by fellow Brit Matthew Goode, and Ford admits the tragedy of the movie seems authentic because he actually experienced a relative's dreadful death. He said: 'The suicide in the story comes from my family. There was a suicide that really took place in my family. It was exactly that re-enacted in the film by Colin's character with the suit and cufflinks laid out, and how he zipped himself into a sleeping »
- Ellie Pratt
Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper `spend 2.5m on first house together`
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Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper have reportedly spent £2.5 million on their first home together. The loved-up couple have only been dating for a few months, but, according to a Us publication, the actors have settled on a four-bedroom property in the Pacific Palisades community in California. And Cooper is so happy with their new home, The Hangover star even gave his parents a mini-tour of the place when they visited at Christmas. A source told the tabloid: 'Bradley and Renee were proud to be sharing their new house with his parents. They looked happy together and very much in love.' The insider added: 'They have already lots of plans for the renovations. They're both homebodies, »
- Ellie Pratt
Zac Efron plants citrus trees for girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens` birthday
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High School Musical star Zac Efron treated girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens to a romantic 21st birthday present with a difference earlier this month – he planted three citrus trees on her Los Angeles estate. The actress was shooting new movie Sucker Punch in Canada when she turned 21 on December 14. When she returned home, she discovered Efron had picked out a trio of fruit trees and hired a gardener to plant the lemon, orange and tangerine plants in her yard. A source told a Us publication: 'Vanessa was incredibly touched by the gift.' »
- Ellie Pratt
Kevin Spacey named one of the most influential people in theatre
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Hollywood star Kevin Spacey has been named among the top 10 most influential people in theatre. The American Beauty actor took over as artistic director of London's Old Vic theatre in 2003 and has since established himself as a powerful force in the arts industry, landing him in 10th place on trade paper The Stage's top 100. Leading the pack are husband and wife team Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire, who own the Ambassador Theatre Group, the largest organisation in the West End. They beat producer Cameron Mackintosh into second place and music impresario Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber into third. »
- Ellie Pratt
Jeff Goldblum to play piano at New Year`s Eve party
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Jurassic Park star Jeff Goldblum has become a big hit with piano fans, who are flocking to catch him ring in the new year at a Los Angeles cabaret club. The actor's midnight show at Cafe Was on December 31 has already sold out and only a few tickets are left for his early dinner performance. Goldblum will join the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra for the New Year's Eve showcase. »
- Ellie Pratt
Katy Perry and Russell Brand enjoy India holiday after buying 2m house
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Katy Perry and Russell Brand have enjoyed a holiday in India after splashing out on a house. The happy couple, who started dating in September, looked in love as they posed in front of the Taj Mahal. Perry then posted the snap on her Twitter page and joked: 'He built this for me…'. Meanwhile, Brand has spent £2 million on the pair’s new home in The Summit estate in La - the same gated community where Britney Spears once lived. The house has seven bedrooms and a swimming pool complete with waterfall. Brand fuelled speculation of a possible engagement when he was spotted shopping for a Cartier diamond earlier this month before selling off his London »
- Ellie Pratt
Robert Plant's womanly celebration
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Robert Plant wants to spend New Year's Eve (31.12.09) in the arms of a woman. The 61-year-old rocker - who has famously lived a life of sex, drugs and rock n roll excess - admitted he will be looking for love over the holiday season. He said: "Where would I like to welcome in the New Year? In some warm, tantalising arms." Although he is looking forward to celebrating New Year's Eve, the former Led Zeppelin singer isn't looking forward to the next decade because all it holds for him is "more attention to bladder control". He added: "I don't think I've aged gracefully. When you can feel the breeze of the Grim Reaper, there's nothing graceful about that fear, »
Kate Moss `misses 20,000 holiday due to hangover`
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Kate Moss was forced to delay her holiday to Thailand after a particularly busy festive period. The supermodel missed her holiday flights after an over-indulgent Christmas turned into a £20,000 hangover. Moss was due to celebrate the new year in Thailand but had to postpone the trip after drinking too much champagne. The model’s boyfriend, Jamie Hince, apparently refused to let her fly after she spent the afternoon feeling unwell. Moss was unable to get a refund on the four first-class flights she had paid for, as well as two nights' unused accommodation - costing £20,000. The star was reportedly planning to fly out to Thailand last night (Tuesday), three days later than planned. »
- Ellie Pratt
Vinnie Jones `wants 500,000 to go on Celebrity Big Brother`
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Football hardman Vinnie Jones is pushing for an extra £150,000 to go on Celebrity Big Brother, according to reports. The movie star has already seen his offer upped from £250,000 to £350,000 - but he wants £500,000. Producers are desperate to get him on board after a High Court judge barred Boy George from taking part, ruling it would breach his probation terms. And astrologer Russell Grant turned it down, opting for Marco Pierre White's new ITV1 show Kitchen Burnout instead. An insider said: 'Vinnie is holding out for more money because he knows that producers are desperate to sign him up. Negotiations are still going on and the producers don't yet know whether he will »
- Ellie Pratt
X Factor winner Joe McElderry wants to gain weight
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X Factor winner Joe McElderry has announced that he plans to bulk up before the release of his debut album. The 18-year-old singer revealed that he is keen to change his image following advice from Cheryl Cole, who mentored him on the ITV talent show. McElderry told Heat magazine: 'Cheryl tells me I need to eat more. She says I'm too skinny - everyone does. I lost weight on the show. You're working so hard and you can't put in what you take out. It's the adrenaline. 'I need to bulk up. And I'd like to get a brace and get my teeth sorted out.' McElderry will embark on the X Factor stadium tour in the »
- Ellie Pratt
Susan Boyle gets marriage proposal in Japan
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Susan Boyle has got a marriage proposal in Japan after the singing sensation touched down in Toyko. Thousands of screaming fans greeted her plane, with the hysteria reaching a peak when two delirious admirers begged her to marry them. But the pleas fell on deaf ears as Boyle smiled and waved while security teams ushered her through Narita airport on her first-ever visit to the country. Akiyama Hanako, 56, who had waited seven hours to see the star, likened her arrival to the pandemonium caused by The Beatles’ visit in 1966. He said: 'There is so much affection for Susan. She is an idol to us. Everyone wants to meet her. I was near the front »
- Ellie Pratt
Jennifer Garner puts family first and rules out return to Broadway
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Actress Jennifer Garner has ruled out a speedy return to the Broadway stage because her 2007 stint in New York was too stressful for her family. The Elektra star made her Broadway debut opposite Kevin Kline in a production of Cyrano de Bergerac, and won high praise for her performance. But the punishing work schedule made it difficult to balance her career with motherhood and being the wife of Ben Affleck - and Garner refuses to put her family under the same pressure again. She said: [It was] just my favourite thing I've ever done. [But] it's hard on my family. You can't tell your kids, 'I'm exhausted. Wake up with someone else today'.' Garner has »
- Ellie Pratt
Beyonce Knowles' gossip-loving mom
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Beyonce Knowles' mother "gets a kick" out of reading gossip about her daughter. The 'Sweet Dreams' singer has revealed her mother Tina is obsessed with racy tabloid magazines, often buying up to 20 at a time while Beyonce stands next to her "praying" no one will see her. The 28-year-old star said: "You know what? My mother loves to read celeb magazines, especially the racy tabloids! I can't believe it sometimes. She'll go to this magazine store in New York and buy 20 magazines while I'm standing next to her. "I'm just praying nobody recognises me while my mom is stacking up those magazines! But she loves reading the gossip about celebs and movie stars. "I tell her a lot »
Renee Zellweger's in-law bond
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Renee Zellweger has formed a close bond with her boyfriend's parents. The 'Bridget Jones' Diary' actress instantly hit it off with Bradley Cooper's mother Gloria and father Charlie and has even been spending time with them in Los Angeles without the actor. A source told the New York Daily News newspaper: "Renee and Gloria have been getting along really well and have had a lot of 'girl' time. "She's comfortable enough with them that she doesn't need Bradley around. She liked showing his parents around town, and she seems very happy lately. They're kind of like one big happy family already." Renee and Gloria were seen getting coffee together earlier this week and amazed onlookers with their closeness. One eyewitness »
Amy Adams' flying fear
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Amy Adams is terrified of flying. The 'Night at the Museum 2' actress - who plays aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart in the new movie - is so scared of planes she will only board one if she can sit by someone she knows. She explained: "I've had some embarrassing episodes at airports. Certain American airlines don't assign seats and there have been times when I couldn't sit next to my fiance. I've had a few meltdowns trying to get someone to change seats with me." Despite enjoying playing Amelia, the 34-year-old actress - who is currently expecting her first child with fiancé Darren Le Gallo - admits she is very different to her character. She explained: "I like her because »
Brittany Murphy death certificate released
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Brittany Murphy's death certificate has been released. The 'Clueless' actress - who was married to screenwriter Simon Monjack - was believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest at her home in Los Angeles when she passed away aged 32 on December 20. However, the official document lists the cause of her death as "deferred" and the manner of death as "pending investigation". Her father Angelo Bertolotti, with whom she was estranged, is also not listed on the certificate - instead it claims he is "unknown". The actress's cousin, Tayebe Pajooh, is listed as the informant - the person who gives important details after a death - on the document. The cause of death is expected to be confirmed when toxicology »
Kourtney Kardashian's easy labour
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Kourtney Kardashian found labour "easy". The reality TV star - who gave birth to Mason Dash Disick, her first child with boyfriend Scott Disick earlier this month - was amazed by how smoothly things went at the hospital and even invited her family into the delivery room. She said: "It was surprisingly easy and just an incredible experience. I always thought your first is supposed to be really hard, but it was easy. I have an amazing doctor. He actually delivered me! "The room environment was just so relaxing, and everyone I wanted to be there was there -Scott, my mom, and my sisters Kim and Khloe. Actually, you're only allowed to have two people in the room because of »
Kate Middleton `turns down pre-Christmas lunch with Royal Family`
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Kate Middleton turned down an invitation to pre-Christmas lunch with the Royal Family at Buckingham Palace, according to reports. It was the first formal festive invitation Prince William's girlfriend has received but the couple decided against attending. Kate and William, both 27, were worried the extra attention would put too much pressure on their romance. A close friend told a UK newspaper: 'Kate has enormous respect and admiration for the Queen and was very flattered to be asked. But, if she’d been there, it would have caused too much disruption for everyone else. The very last thing she wants to do is rock the boat so, between them, she and William said they would rather wait another »
- Ellie Pratt
Actress Cate Blanchett nominated for two Sydney Theatre Awards
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Cate Blanchett's performance in the Sydney Theatre Company's The War of the Roses has paid off, with the production scoring nine nominations for the Sydney Theatre Awards. Blanchett is up for Best Actress in a Leading Role, while the play has also landed nods for Best Mainstage Production, Best Director (Benedict Andrews) and Best Actor in a Leading Role (Ewen Leslie). Pamela Rabe will compete with her co-star Blanchett for Best Actress honours. Blanchett will also be competing against herself when the awards are handed out on January 18 – she's also nominated for her role in Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, which also lands a Best Mainstage Production nod. In other leading categories, Avenue Q, »
- Ellie Pratt
Brad Pitt takes children to visit Angelina Jolie on set
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Brad Pitt has taken daughters Shiloh and Zahara to spend a day watching Angelina Jolie film her latest movie. Jolie, who is filming reshoots for movie Salt on board a boat in New York, was delighted when partner Pitt arrived with two of their six children on set yesterday. The happy couple and their brood looked cosy as they left the set late last night wrapped up in winter coats, scarves, hats and gloves. The pair’s oldest daughter, Zahara, stayed snug in a pair of Ugg boots, a bomber jacket and a huge pair of pink earmuffs, while Shiloh kept it casual in white plimsolls, jeans and a matching jacket to Zahara’s. »
- Ellie Pratt
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