Your Guide to the Celebrity World
Shaffer Smith, or more popularly known as hip-hop artist Ne-Yo, was arrested last Tuesday for reckless driving and driving without a license. The 28-year-old rapper-songwriter was said to be going more than 100mph in his Range Rover. He was booked by Atlanta’s Cobb County Police and was scheduled to appear on court on March 25.
23-year-old Scarlett Johansson’s debut album, Anywhere I Lay My Head, is scheduled to be released on May 20. The album, which was produced under Atco Records, will be a collection of songs written by prominent singer-songwriter Tom Waits. The 11-cut album (1 original and 10 interpretations) was recorded in just five weeks.
A funeral service was held in Knoxville, Tennessee last Monday to honor the death of former child star Brad Renfro. Renfro’s family then disclosed in an obituary in the Sentinel that Renfro was survived by a young son, whom they termed as “Y Renfro” in order to protect his identity.
Here are a few folks, whose latest movies we’re glad to have gotten over with, and have us waiting for a comeback:
Nicole Kidman: This is truly proof that no one is invulnerable in Hollywood – with such great acting prowess, its almost shocking to see her in the BORING ‘Australia’. But we feel there’s a lot of light at the end of her tunnel.
Eddie Murphy: Does this guy NEVER learn? Repeating comedy formula isn’t really a wise move. He pulled it off in Nutty Professor, made it big as Donkey in the Shrek film series, but really, we DO NOT want to meet Dave. Ever.
Kate Hudson: She’s a cutie, but Bride Wars should serve as a warning that she should be careful in choosing her roles. We think she should stop chasing “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” and try something new.
Miley Cyrus, daughter of country singer Billy Rey, is considered to be one of the world’s most famous tweens. From humble beginnings to young stardom as Disney’s hottest entertainment asset, capable of selling out concerts and shutting down a whole theme park solely for her birthday bash. As Hannah Montana, she lives a double life in and out of the spotlight as she turns for teen to pop star at the showing of a commercial. She has been in constant controversy for many a folly but as we all know, they all grow up so fast.
Too fast, in the spotlight they kinda’ tend to outgrow the niche their sponsors carved out for them. She has indicated that she cannot and may not be Miley forever but for now, she bathes in her glory. Take it easy girl, remember Paris, Ricci and Lindsey, Crash and Burn, ring a bell. You might have dad and mom at your side most of the time but not all the time. Take your place asides many of Disney’s young princesses, Ann , Britney , Lindsey and Hillary, take a hint from them and try to see what life would be when you get out of that tween spotlight and into the harsher light of real life. Tread carefully, the spotlight is nice to bathe in but it will burn… Ouch!
Disney has done it again with the discovery of a new teen idol, Demi Lovato who was part of their Original Film “Camp Rock”. Singing alongside the Jonas Brothers, she showed her singing bravado and is currently being seen as one of Hollywood’s Fastest Rising Teen Stars. She has a lovely voice and adding to that a rumored relationship with Joe Jonas, makes news sizzle with anticipation. Disney has been on the top with Miley Cyrus, Hillary Duff and many other teen stars that have risen in their ranks as child members of the company, establishing a niche for themselves in the life that is Hollywood. The upcoming year holds promise for these young stars as Disney continues to keep its fans happy with new and talented stars.
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Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson had the most tragic moment in her life. When she found out that her mother and her brother were found shot dead in her mother’s home in Chicago. And police is in search of the suspect in the shooting. They are also looking for Hudson’s nephew, a seven year old boy who was found missing in their home. Police identified the victims as Darnell Donnerson, Jennifer’s mother and Jennifer’s brother Jason. Neighbors claim they heard gunshots rang from the house in the morning. But it was just past mid afternoon when the bodies were found. The suspect is believed to be William Balfour. The young Hudson was in Florida when she was told of the incident and immediately went to Chicago.
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Raffaello Follieri, Anne Hathaway’s ex boyfriend pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering and soon agreed to give back $2.4 million. They prosecutors wantd the judge to impose more than four years prison sentence that Follieri agreed to when he pleaded guilty. They were somewhat disgusted that the former boyfriend of Ms. Hathaway sent the judge a photo of himself with the pope, in connection with his request for leniency in cheating his investors with their money by convincing them that he could buy the Catholic Church’s property for a cheap price. He claims to have deep ties with top clergy men in the Vatican, and this was his foundation to defraud his colleagues. Prosecutors are crying foul over this saying Follieri is manipulating the whole system. He has deeply hurt his investors by using the money entrusted to him for his personal greed like traveling on private planes, extravagant living, food, luxury, hotels, yacht and countless others.
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Paul Newman an actor of great depth and charisma who touched generations of fans leaves behind an inspirational, 83-year legacy of talent, love and compassion. He is a prolific film star, race-car aficionado and passionate philanthropist. Sharing his life with us for over 50 years of treasure that no one could measure even if they tried.
An ultimate role model he showed the world how to love someone like Joanne Woodward as he did, not just because lifelong love is a treasure, but because the example of the relationship was a charm against cynicism and frivolity of Hollywood love.
The younger generation may only know him as the voice of Doc Hudson from the Disney-Pixar movie Cars, since he had retired from film, but he is most remembered for his classic performances like Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid, opposite Robert Redford. This week, one or our most beloved iconic screen stars left Hollywood’s constellation. Let us take a moment to remember Paul Newman (1925-2008), one of the older generation’s certified major star. He died at home due to complications arising from cancer.
Paul Newman had truly transcended the age gap, capturing the hearts, not only of our grandmother’s and mother’s generation, but also held the distinction of being one of the very few actors who retained their good looks, even as they aged. He and actress Joanne Woodward, is hailed as one of the most stellar examples of marriage, having achieved 50 years together, in a world where marriage is often transitory and fleeting. He is also a genuine philanthropist, founding Newman’s Own, a line of food products that donates all proceeds of the sale to charity.