Love and Money

I admit it; I’m a Harry Potter fan. I went to the first movie, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, with my mom. I started reading the books. I was hooked. I wish I had thought of audio books when we drove from California to Texas, because I would have loved to read all the Harry Potters again while I was driving. I doubt that J.K. Rowling had any idea of the kind of popularity and success her story about a boy wizard who lived would have. I’m sure she dreamed of it, though. I can’t think that anyone starts … Continue reading

Star News: New Celeb Hook Ups, Oprah’s New Movie, and Heather Mills’ New Cash Cow

Personally, I don’t find it a bit newsworthy that Elle Macpherson has found love again. NEWSFLASH: Super hot supermodel hooks up with a multi-millionaire! In other news… the sky is blue. The catwalk beauty has found another guy to worship her… SHOCKER! Still, for some reason Australian and British newspapers feel the need to fill their columns with details of Macpherson’s new romance with Damian Aspinall. When hasn’t Macpherson been involved with someone? She was previously married to Gilles Bensimon and engaged to French financier Arpad Busson, who fathered her two sons. Then, late last year the 44-year-old sexpot was … Continue reading

Lance Armstrong Defies Odds Again

The words “super” and “sperm” come to mind right about now. If you haven’t already heard cycling champ Lance Armstrong and his girlfriend Anna Hansen are expecting their first child together. Ordinarily, this type of star baby news would garner a few lines under the “milestones” portion of celebrity rags, but not with Armstrong. The uber athlete, who won seven straight Tour de France crowns after battling testicular cancer, is back on the front page of major publications because of his superior swimmers. According to Armstrong’s handlers, the superhuman cyclist, who has the lung capacity of a whale, has defied … Continue reading

Finding Love in Hollywood

Like anywhere in the world finding love in Hollywood is not always guaranteed. But don’t tell that to Scarlett Johansson. The 23-year-old actress just got engaged to her actor boyfriend Ryan Reynolds and is said to be “over the moon.” The pair has been dating for more than a year and has been dodging rumors about a trip down the aisle nearly the entire time. So what led the 31-year-old actor to pop the question? Some are speculating that his role in the movie “The Proposal,” which he is currently filming in Boston with Sandra Bullock served as inspiration. Regardless … Continue reading

American Idol

“American Idol” fever has swept the nation and I got swept right along with it. From the moment it hit the American airwaves seven seasons ago, it’s been the talk of the break room, the water cooler, and the hair salon. So, just what is all the hype about? We start by seeing the auditions. The three judges—Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson—travel to different cities across the nation and audition local talent. These hopefuls first pass by preliminary judges who either wave them through or send them on their way. They are then sent one at a time … Continue reading

Hollywood Hook Ups and Make Ups

It’s not everyday that you find love in the gym. But that’s exactly what happened to American Idol and Celebrity Fit Club alum Kimberley Locke. She was trying to lose weight and in the process found romance in the weight room. Locke recently confirmed that she is indeed “involved” with Celebrity Fit Club’s Harvey E. Walden IV. However, since the notoriously tough trainer is in the midst of a divorce Locke refuses to call him her boyfriend. “[His divorce] is why we’re not a couple yet,” Locke told reporters. “That is my rule. Whether you’re separated or married — whatever … Continue reading

Hollywood Hook-Ups—-Which Ones Will Last?

Has Jennifer Aniston found the one? She certainly is not lacking for choices. The actress’ latest conquest is a real doozy—-“Sex and the City” star Jason Lewis. Sizzle! According to new reports, the former Mrs. Brad Pitt is reportedly dating Lewis, who played character Samantha’s lover in the hit HBO series. Over the past few weeks, paparazzi have captured the pair enjoying an intimate dinner in New York and a walk in Central Park. A source tells Britain’s Closer magazine the couple has shared a few dates, but their future remains uncertain. “He thinks she’s gorgeous and they just clicked. … Continue reading

Hollywood Icons Live On

He’s an Academy Award-winner whose mark on Hollywood is still evident today. Actor Jimmy Stewart will be honored with a stamp bearing his face on Friday and you can join in on the festivities. The U.S. Postal Service will officially release the new Jimmy Stewart stamp at ceremonies in Pennsylvania and Hollywood. The Pennsylvania ceremony will be held at the Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, the actor’s hometown. The other will be held at Universal Studios in Hollywood. The Postal Service first announced that Stewart would be gracing a stamp last October. The picture on the stamp is based on … Continue reading

Hollywood’s Relationship Carousel

Valentine’s week was a busy one for celebrity couples with enough hook ups, break ups, and make ups to make your head spin. It’s a virtual relationship merry-go-round with stars and their on-again-off-again love interests (the big love day holiday may have affected some of this week’s activity). Let’s review: Hugh Grant and Jemima Khan Hunky Hugh Grant is single again. According to news reports, Grant and girlfriend Jemima Khan just ended their three-year relationship. Naturally, their reps used the “decided-to-split-amicably” suffix to the break up announcement. Frankly, I was a bit surprised by this one because last week I … Continue reading

Has American Idol Gone Too Far?

I must admit that I only became hooked on American Idol last year. And then that was only because I had someone ask me to blog about it. I had never understood the fascination with the show. I didn’t even start watching last year until they were almost finished with Hollywood. But, I must admit, once I started watching, I was caught up in it. By the end of the season, I was calling in constantly, voting for Taylor. I could not wait until this season started. Apparently, I was not the only one. There were 37.3 million other people … Continue reading