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Robert Pattinson Related To Real Dracula, Vlad The Impaler

‘Twilight’ star reportedly shares ancestry with Transylvanian leader on whom Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’ is believed to be based. By Gil Kaufman Robert Pattinson So that’s why he’s so believable! Just in time for the launch of “Eclipse,” genealogy researchers have unearthed evidence that the most famous fictional vampire of our time, Robert Pattinson, is related to the most famous vampire of all time, Vlad the Implaer. According to The Associated Press , researchers at Ancestry.co.uk have revealed that the 24-year-old “Twilight” hunk has ties to Vlad III Dracula, a.k.a. Vlad the Impaler, the Transylvanian leader widely thought to be the inspiration for the main character in Bram Stoker’s legendary 1897 novel “Dracula.” The tie between Pattinson and Vlad apparently comes via their common relationship to the British royal family. England’s Prince William and Prince Harry are Pattinson’s distant cousins and Vlad the Impaler was their distant uncle. Vlad was born in Transylvania and ruled over the region now known as Romania (then called Wallachia) from 1456 to 1462. Known as “the Impaler,” Vlad was famous for executing his enemies by driving wooden stakes into their bodies. “Tracing Pattinson’s family back to Vlad was difficult research, but the pieces that unraveled created the perfect accompaniment to the ‘Twilight Saga,’ ” said Anastasia Tyler, a genealogist at Ancestry.com. “Without any myth or magic, we find royalty and vampires lurking in Pattinson’s life — making his story just as supernatural as the one he’s playing on screen.” And, in a connection only a publicist could dream of, the folks at Ancestry.com say that “Twilight” series author Stephenie Meyer also has ties to the British princes’ lineage, which means that, yes, she too is related to Dracula. Coincidentally, “Eclipse” opens Wednesday, June 30. Check out everything we’ve got on “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.” For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com . Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: Robert Pattinson Related Photos A Glimpse Into Robert Pattinson’s Future The Evolution Of: Robert Pattinson

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Gary Coleman Cremated

Filed under: Gary Coleman Gary Coleman was cremated Thursday night and his ashes were locked away until a court decides what to do with them. The administrator of his estate, Robert Jeffs, released a statement saying, “The proceeding was conducted in accordance with Mr.… Read more

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Lamar Odom’s In-Law Claims NBA Finals Are Rigged

Filed under: Rob Kardashian , Khloe Kardashian , Lamar Odom , Los Angeles Lakers , The Kardashians His brother-in-law plays for the Lakers — but Robert Kardashian is still convinced that the NBA playoffs are totally “rigged.” Kardashian — whose sister is married to Lamar Odom — was out before the big Game 6 match-up yesterday and told us, “The NBA… Read more

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Robert Pattinson Brings Mom And Dad To ‘Tonight Show’

‘Eclipse’ star says his parents are OK with him doing nude scenes because ‘they’ve seen it all before.’ By Jocelyn Vena Robert Pattinson on the “Tonight Show” Tuesday Photo: NBC Robert Pattinson isn’t the only member of his family who’s had to get used to his fame. When the “Eclipse” star stopped by “The Tonight Show With Jay Leno” on Tuesday night, he brought along his mom and dad and talked about how they’re adjusting to his overwhelming success. “I think they’re handling it alright. I think they used to [believe the tabloid stories] — well, maybe not the alien child — but I don’t think so anymore,” he explained while his parents sat in the audience. “It depends on the source. Some sources are more reliable than others. If it’s in some of them [that my mom has read for years, to her] it’s definitely true [even if it’s not]. [She’s like,] ‘I’ve bought that magazine for years. I have a subscription!’ ” Meanwhile, his dad likes to send Rob e-mails with advice on how to handle fame. “I hope this doesn’t embarrass my dad. He loves sending me e-mails, which I love getting,” he said. “He claims he doesn’t love watching films. His favorite film is ‘Jaws.’ With ‘Twilight’ he was like, I think it’s a mixture between ‘Jaws’ and ‘Superman.’ ” Pattinson then read aloud an e-mail from his dad about romantic gestures like kissing a lady’s hand. Pattinson even dished on their reaction to the idea of seeing their son bare all on the big screen, which he does for the upcoming “Bel Ami.” He joked, “I don’t know, I guess they were a little bit shocked. [But] I think they were OK with it. They’ve seen it all before.” They may be comfortable with it, but Pattinson is still trying to come to terms with onscreen nudity . “I think the initial moment when you’re walking to set [is nerve-racking]. They give you a little robe and the moment you have to take it off you want to throw up,” he revealed. Check out everything we’ve got on href=”http://www.mtv.com/movies/movie/420622/moviemain.jhtml”> “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.” For young Hollywood news, fashion and “Twilight” updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com . Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: Robert Pattinson Related Photos A Glimpse Into Robert Pattinson’s Future The Evolution Of: Robert Pattinson ‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’

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Robert Pattinson is the Anti-Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart is so uncomfortable with fame that she recently compared the paparazzi to rapists . Conversely, boyfriend Robert Pattinson is clearly enjoying his time in the spotlight. He’s not obnoxious about it at all, but in each interview Rob gives, he comes across as relaxed, jovial and simply amazed at what his life has become. Case in point: on Nightline last night, Pattinson joked that if he ever has kids and they want to go into acting, he’ll say: ‘Yeah, it’s great. You don’t have to do anything. Everything goes right.'” Asked about his mindset on fame, Robert could have been addressing Kristen directly when he said the key is to enjoy it, “rather than looking like it’s freaking you out and you want to leave.” It’s obvious Robert is following his own advice. See for yourself: Robert was also asked why the Twilight Saga is considered so sexy… even though Edward and Bella wait so long to have sex. That’s exactly the point, Rob replied: ”Anyone who likes the books, they all think they’re really sexy. They just like that moment before [sex]… the kind of tipping point before it goes over. I mean, everybody likes that. That’s the best part, for a relationship.” Yes, folks, Robert Pattinson just talked up the benefits of foreplay. As if it was possible for women around the world to love him anymore than they already do! Watch the entire interview below. Robert Pattinson on Nightline

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England Goalie — Still Alive, Practicing

Filed under: TMZ Sports , Paparazzi Photo Days after his world famous World Cup blunder, America’s favorite soccer player — England goalkeeper Robert Green , aka Stonehands McGoo (center) — watched his back-up not drop the ball during a practice session yesterday. It’s never too late to learn. Read more

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Robert Scheer Interviews Susan McDougal – Part Two

Author: truthdig Added: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:10:59 -0800 Duration: 694 From Truthdig.com: When Susan McDougal refused to implicate the Clintons in the Whitewater fiasco, she was thrown in prison, left alone with murderers and her own stubborn dignity. Savaged by Republicans and abandoned by Democrats, she would emerge from that dark chapter of American history a hero. Here she joins Truthdig editor Robert Scheer to tell her amazing story.

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Robert Scheer Interviews Susan McDougal – Part One

Author: truthdig Added: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:10:59 -0800 Duration: 427 From Truthdig.com: When Susan McDougal refused to implicate the Clintons in the Whitewater fiasco, she was thrown in prison, left alone with murderers and her own stubborn dignity. Savaged by Republicans and abandoned by Democrats, she would emerge from that dark chapter of American history a hero. Here she joins Truthdig editor Robert Scheer to tell her amazing story.

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Scott Ritter in Conversation with Robert Scheer Part V

Author: truthdig Added: Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:43:05 -0800 Duration: 296 Scott Ritter speaks with Robert Scheer about American ignorance, the lies that led us to war, Iran’s nuclear program and more. Part V: A Question from the Audience

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Scott Ritter in Conversation with Robert Scheer Part IV

Author: truthdig Added: Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:43:05 -0800 Duration: 533 Scott Ritter speaks with Robert Scheer about American ignorance, the lies that led us to war, Iran’s nuclear program and more. Part IV: Nuclear weapons and the war on terror.

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