Nina Dobrev is featured in the October issue of Seventeen , going into detail with the magazine on a number of important issues, from sexual abuse to Ian Somerhalder to Harry Potter. Click through photos of The Vampire Diaries below and then read through excerpts of her interview… On her character in The Perks Of Being A Wallflower : “It’s a really heavy topic, and I hope my character gives girls some perspective. I think more than anything, girls allow abuse to happen because they’re embarrassed it happened and that they allowed it to happen. They know it’s not right. There’s no excuse for it. That’s why it’s so important to show girls that they can admit that it’s not their fault.” On dating a costar : “My goal on the show was to be professional. But sometimes you can’t help who you have a connection with, and you can only fight it for so long – which I did for a really, really long time.” On her love for a certain boy wizard : “I want to go to Harry Potter Land! I actually should text Emma Watson to see if she can hook us up with a backstage pass or something.” On dealing with fame : “I try not to read best-dressed lists or anything like that. For every good thing, there will often be a not-so-nice thing people would say.” The Vampire Diaries Season 4 premieres on October 11.
LeAnn Rimes is seeking help for emotional issues . The country star “has voluntarily entered a 30 day in-patient treatment facility to cope with anxiety and stress,” her rep Marcel Pariseau said in a statement. “While there will be speculation regarding her treatment, she is simply there to develop coping mechanisms. While privacy isn’t expected, it’s certainly appreciated.” Rimes checked in on Wednesday, a day after she turned 30. “This is just a time for me to emotionally check out for a second and take care of myself and come back in 30 days as the best woman I can be,” she says. “All the things in my life will be there when I get out, but you know what? I’m hoping they are not going to affect me as much,” says the wife of Eddie Cibrian . “I’ll have the tools to know how to deal with them.” Rimes’ husband is the first to praise her courage. “My wife is the most remarkable and courageous woman I know,” says Cibrian. “I am so proud of her for having the strength to finally take some time for herself.” “I will be with her every step of the way.” Though she’s been a victim of body bullying (and death threats from Brandi Glanville ), her rep LeAnn does not suffer from eating disorders and/or substance abuse. Whatever the catalyst, we wish her only the best. [Photo: WENN.com]
When The Vampire Diaries Season 4 kicks off on October 11, fans won’t just be treated to brand new episodes of this CW thriller. They will also be privy to a brand new Elena Gilbert, as the formerly innocent Mystic Falls resident transitions into – SPOILER ALERT! – an official member of the undead. And TV Guide Magazine has posted the first photo from the upcoming premiere, which depicts a bloodthirsty Elena… locked behind bars for some reason? That’s what it appears like to us: That’s the impression we get. Are Elena’s friends trying to protect their pal? Is Damon hoping for a round of very kinky sex? Are we misinterpreting the scene? Sound off with your theories now and circle October 11 on your DVR. We can’t wait.
Kim Kardashian is many things: an attention-hogging reality star. A sex tape maven . A total waste of large breasts and oxygen. But Kanye West has found a new way to describe his girlfriend to the world: as the Perfect Bitch . In a Tweet (that has since been deleted for some reason), the rapper said this week that he wrote that track about Kardashian, a tidbit Kim is now wearing as a badge of honor. “I’m honored,” Kardashian has supposedly said in response to the song, with a friend telling TMZ Kim loves it because she “knows he doesn’t mean it in a negative way when he says the word ‘bitch.'” Kardashian adds that the song is flattering because it talks “about how he was with so many other girls but could never find the right one until he met me.” And now? Kanye may put a ring on his bitch , if Kim will let him, that is.
Bret Easton Ellis may be no longer under consideration to write the Fifty Shades of Grey screenplay, but he’s still making his opinions about it known. Namely, he says it would be “ludicrous” to cast a gay actor – specifically Matt Bomer – as Christian Grey in the film because of his sexuality. The openly gay Bomer ( White Collar, Magic Mike ) is considered by some people to be a perfect Christian based on his looks and acting ability. It’s to say Ellis, 48, who raised eyebrows last year by calling Glee a puddle of HIV , is not one of those people angling for Matt to be cast. Ellis insists he is not discriminating on grounds of sexual orientation, but unabashedly believes Bomer is a bad choice. He wrote on Twitter. “Okay. Let’s finalise this … Matt Bomer is totally hot and a very good actor. He is NOT right for Christian Grey and it complicates the role.” “I don’t care how good an actor you are but being married to another man complicates things for playing CG.” “This is NOT about discrimination. It’s about an intensely straight actor wanting absolutely to screw Ana Steele.” “Fifty Shades of Grey: the most popular book on the planet having Matt Bomer – a gay actor – play Christian Grey is absolutely ludicrous. Why?” “Okay I’ll say it. Matt Bomer isn’t right for Christian Grey because he is openly gay. He’s great for other roles but this is too big a game.” “And I think if Matt Bomer wants the role which I doubt the international press tour will be an embarrassing fiasco. He’s not CG. Never.” “I am NOT discriminating Matt Bomer because of his sexuality. Fifty Shades of Grey demands an actor that is genuinely into women. Get it?!?” “I actually think it’s cool that women want Matt Bomer as Christian Grey. It means that we’ve moved beyond stereotypes and that gay is hot.” “I think Matt Bomer is incredibly handsome and a good actor but I think he comes off totally gay in White Collar. And that is why no to CG.” NOTE: The role has not been cast, but Bomer (like the Vampire Diaries ‘ Ian Somerhalder) is frequently discussed as a possible casting choice. It’s unclear if enough readers even know who he is, or care that he’s gay, to influence their perception of his character and on-screen chemistry. As a professional actor he could probably sell it, but opinions will likely vary on how well. As for why Ellis is ranting about it … who knows. What do you think of Ellis’ comments? And do you think Bomer would make a good CG? Sound off in the comments – and in the poll – below: Matt Bomer as Christian Grey?
Also in Friday morning’s round-up of news briefs, the San Sebastian Film Festival unveils its roster of Spanish-language films for its September event. Sex and Sunsets production rounds out its cast; and a look at the coming weekend’s new specialty releases including Killer Joe , Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry , Ruby Sparks and more. Museum of Modern Art to Fete Quentin Tarantino New York’s MoMA will honor the writer/director at its 5th annual Film Benefit December 3rd. Tarantino’s latest film, Django Unchained will be released by The Weinstein Company December 25th. “As a celebrated auteur director, Tarantino has leveraged his deep knowledge of cinema history to engage, entertain, and inform a new generation of movie fans,” said Rajendra Roy, Chief Curator of Film at MoMA. “Honoring him is a small way to pay homage to the important service he has done to propel and promote the art form.” Sara Canning and Catherine O’Hara Join Sex and Sunsets Canning ( Vampire Diaries ) and O’Hara ( Frankenweenie ) will join Ryan Kwanten in in the Serendipity Point Films production. Sex and Sunsets revolves around Leo Palamino (Kwanten), a failed writer-cum-dishwasher made famous for his many flaws and shortcomings in a blog called “Why You Suck,” written by his ex wife. He meets Colette, the girl of his dreams on the day she is marrying the perfect man. And so the ultimate underdog love story begins. Around the ‘net… Harvey Weinstein Wants Summit on Violent Movies The TWC chief told the Huffington Post that Hollywood “can’t shirk our responsibilities” for depicting violence. “I think, as filmmakers, we should sit down – the Marty Scorseses, the Quentin Tarantinos, and hopefully all of us who deal in violence in movies – and discuss our role in that,” he said, Deadline reports . San Sebastian Film Festival Reveals Spanish Film Lineup Among the highlights is new work from Oscar-winner Fernando Trueba with The Artist and the Model , Antonio Bayona’s Thailand-set The Orphanage with Ewan McGregor and Naomi Watts based on the 2004 tsunami and Sergio Castellitto’s Twice Born with Penelope Cruz who escapes war-torn Sarajevo with her newborn, but returns to rediscover the father of her child, THR reports . A Preview of New Specialty Releases this Weekend… Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry , Killer Joe , Ruby Sparks , Big Boys Gone Bananas!* will roll out this weekend. LD Entertainment is attempting to make proverbial lemonade out of its NC-17 rating for Killer Joe , which has had audiences clamoring for tickets at festivals and other events, more at Deadline .
I have to say that of all the Rihanna vacation bikini pictures I’ve had on the site in the last week or so, I think these have got to be the worst. That’s not to say they’re not hot, she’s still wearing a bikini top after all, but yesterday she was on a yacht in an extra tiny bikini drinking beers and smoking what I imagine is some sort of strange smelling cigarette. Allegedly. Compared to that, these pictures are pretty tame. I still like those mocha bikini breasts though. Keep ‘em coming.
I’ve never in my life seen one episode of The Vampire Diaries , I’m not a thirteen year old girl after all, but after getting these pictures of some chick named Kat Graham walking down the street I may have to set my DVR. Is it still on the air and what channel? Anyhow, if you’re going to make your first appearance on this site, this is the way to do it. If those legs were any longer she wouldn’t have a torso. Hot. I look forward to seeing more of this hottie. Send me some bikini pics on the Twitter .
It’s safe to say Justin Bieber had a good night at the 2012 Teen Choice Awards . This singing sensation took home four special surf boards (although he lost out to the Vampire Diaries Ian Somerhalder for Choice Male Hottie in the evening’s most contested competition) and also took to the stage for a pair of performance, entertaining fans with “Boyfriend” and “As Long as You Love Me.” “What did u guys think?? I do this for y’all. #mybeliebers i love u. Thank u!!!” Justin Tweeted after his songs were over. Well, guys, what do you think?!? Watch Bieber in action now:
Taylor Swift and ‘Vampire Diaries’ also score multiple awards during Sunday’s show. By Adam Graham Justin Bieber performs during the 2012 Teen Choice Awards Photo: Kevin Winter/ Getty Images
