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8 Milestones in the Evolution of Natalie Portman

Posted on January 19, 2011 by | Leave a comment

In this weekend’s surprisingly not-near-as-bad-as-it-could-have-been release, No Strings Attached , Natalie Portman plays a doctor who’s too busy for a proper relationship, and instead creates a pact with Ashton Kutcher that develops into a “sex-only” one. How did Portman transform herself from child star to the odds-on favorite to take home Oscar gold (note: not for No Strings Attached ) next month? You can always trace a direct line through a handful of important roles to illustrate what led to an actor’s current success, and with Portman, that line has been on a steady uphill climb sine her debut in Léon . So let’s look at eight performances — including something called “World Patrol Kids” — that trace the evolution of one Natalie Hershlag.

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8 Milestones in the Evolution of Vince Vaughn

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In The Dilemma , Vince Vaughn plays a man who witnesses his best friend’s wife cheating with another man. Ron Howard’s latest film is a departure of sorts for Vaughn compared to other films if only because the overall tone cannot be described as a “laugh riot.” Still, how did Vaughn become one of the most bankable comedy stars in Hollywood after beginning his career in drama? You can always trace a direct line through a handful of important roles to illustrate what led to an actor’s current success, and with Vaughn, that line was definitely on a downward slant until Todd Phillips came along and cast him in Old School . Let’s look at eight performances — including one of his earliest — that trace the evolution of one Vincent Anthony Vaughn.

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THG Asks: Does Teen Mom Glorify Teen Pregnancy?

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on THG Asks: Does Teen Mom Glorify Teen Pregnancy?

Welcome to THG’s new feature, in which two of our celebrity gossip experts debate topical issues in the entertainment world and you decide who wrote the winning argument! Today, THG Asks : Does Teen Mom glorify teen pregnancy? YES by Free Britney Consequences? What consequences? By paying the Teen Mom cast more than most of us make in a year, MTV effectively rewards irresponsible behavior. Look no further than the fact that Amber Portwood is a tabloid mainstay. So nice to see MTV supports her underage alcoholism and violent tendencies. Yes, the show realistically depicts the personal problems teen moms can experience, but it fosters the notion that you can be a star through pregnancy. MTV will put ANYthing on the air for ratings. It will also recruit a new cast of pregnant teen moms who saw season one and see their ticket to fame. NO by Hilton Hater Does tabloid coverage of Teen Mom glorify teen pregnancy? Absolutely. It makes girls into celebrities for no reason other than getting knocked up at a young age. But the show itself simply chronicles the daily struggles of teens such as Farrah, whose boyfriend died in a car accident prior to the birth of their son; and Maci, who tries to juggle school and a custody battle with raising little Bentley. Indeed, while Bristol Palin simply talks about abstinence – while acting as if the only real consequence of pregnancy is an increased bank account and a spot on TV’s highest rated show – these teen mothers prove the old saying to be true: Actions speak louder than words. And I challenge anyone to watch Amber Portwood in action and not rush out to purchase a lifetime supply of condoms. THG Asks you … does Teen Mom glorify teen pregnancy? Who won this debate?

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Dancing With the Stars Judge: No More Palins, More Same-Sex Couples!

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on Dancing With the Stars Judge: No More Palins, More Same-Sex Couples!

Between Bristol’s run to the finals and reports that her father, Todd, may be next, many people can’t get enough of the Palins on Dancing With the Stars. One judge on the show certainly can, though. “I think one Palin was enough,” Carrie Ann Inaba told E! News, responding to Todd Palin speculation. “I think we need to go on a Palin vacation for a bit.” Palins mean ratings, but that’s not enough to sway one judge. “Although it was such great media attention, I think it was too controversial,” Inaba explained . “I think people got confused about what they were rooting for” “Are you voting for dancing on the show or are you voting for a Party? I think it made it uncomfortable for a lot of people who just want to see dancing.” “I like to keep it simple. I think it diluted things.” As for other reports that DWTS will follow in its Israeli counterpart’s footsteps by including a same-sex couple in the competition – Portia de Rossi is said to be on executives’ wish list if the U.S. version goes that route – Inaba is all for it. “I want it to happen,” Inaba said. “Although I think we’ll have to work on some of the judging and the techniques of leading and stuff like that.” “Once we get passed all that, I think it could happen.” Do you think DWTS should quit the Palins, or ride that train for all its worth in the coming seasons? Should they lobby for Sarah herself? Should the show glorify teen pregnancy by bringing on Maci Bookout or Amber Portwood instead? Moreover, should there be a same-sex couple? Vote below :

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Adam Lambert Reacts to Grammy Nomination

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on Adam Lambert Reacts to Grammy Nomination

Adam Lambert was awoken by something a lot more exciting than his regular cup of coffee last week: a phone call that informed him of a Grammy nomination for the single “Whataya Want From Me.” “I was so excited,” the singer tells The Hollywood Reporter of his reaction after learning he was up for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. “After our call, I saw that a bunch of friends and family had texted and written emails.” Lambert is up against Michael Bubl

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