Jennifer Aniston voted Hottest Woman

Jennifer Aniston has been named the Hottest Woman of All Time.

The 'Friends With Benefits' star - who is currently dating actor Justin Theroux - beat off competition from the likes of screen legend Marilyn Monroe, pop icon Madonna and Angelina Jolie, who raises six children with Jennifer's ex-husband Brad Pitt, to top the poll by MensHealth.com.

However, the 42-year-old beauty admitted French actress Bridgitte Bardot and feminist Gloria Steinem top her personal list.

She said: "It's a tie between Bridgitte Bardot and Gloria Steinem.

"But if I had to choose one, I'd say Gloria because, well, she's the full package. That's sexy."

The site added: "Funny is sexy, and Jennifer Aniston is funny. Her down-to-earth persona makes her seem attainable. And her all-too-human love life off screen inspires sympathy that not even a string of bland romantic comedies can diminish.

"Other sex symbols drift toward one-dimensionality, becoming flat icons in the process, but throughout her career Aniston has remained sexy, funny, and unmistakably real."

Meanwhile, Jennifer spoke out about what she finds attractive in a man and aside from great "abs", an "accurately sized ego" makes her tick.

She said: "Sexiest thing about a man-other than abs-is if he can make me laugh, has compassion, kindness, and an accurately sized ego."

MENSHEALTH.COM HOTTEST WOMEN OF ALL TIME TOP 10 2011

1. Jennifer Aniston

2. Raquel Welch

3. Marilyn Monroe

4. Britney Spears

5. Madonna

6. Ursula Andress

7. Bettie Page

8. Pamela Anderson

9. Jane Fonda

10. Angelina Jolie



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Julia Roberts is protective over Adele

Julia Roberts has issued a strong warning to any man wishing to date Adele.

The 'Pretty Woman' actress is a huge fan of the 'Someone Like You' singer and has threatened to harm her next boyfriend if her treats her badly.

She told Entertainment Weekly: "Anybody that's going to date her is a brave, brave man. You're going to get a whole lot of love, but you'd better treat her right, or we're all coming after you."

Julia says the reason Adele, 23, has become a worldwide star is because people can relate to her and the pain and heartache she's going through.

She said: "Adele's music is so personal that you get invested in her life.

"When Adele had her health scare, I had random people saying to me, 'Oh my God, did you hear about Adele?'

"We feel like Adele's in our book club or she lives near us - that's a gift, to make people feel that way."

Meanwhile, Adele - who recently underwent throat surgery - has revealed she is going to take a couple of years to work on her third album, following the huge success of '19' and '21'.

She said: "I imagine I'll be 25 or 26 by the time my next record comes out, as I haven't even thought about my third record yet.

"I'm just going to lay some concrete, set up home and just 'be' for a bit. I'll disappear and come back with a record when it's good enough."

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Sarah Jessica Parker takes over at home

Sarah Jessica Parker admits she should "let" her husband do more in their home.

The 'New Year's Eve' actress insists Matthew Broderick - with who she has son James Wilkie, nine, and two-year-old twins Marion and Tabitha - is very involved with family life but sometimes she can't help but take over their domestic tasks.

She said: "He helps a lot. There are things I could let him do more, but I just don't because it's my nature. But if I ask for help or he sees the need, he has his own instinct."

The 46-year-old actress also admitted she is sometimes a "disaster" when it comes to juggling work and family life.

She said: "I'm like many women - some days I'm victorious and some days it's a disaster.

"There's an enormous difference between what happens in my life and most working women. I can decide not to work when I want to and millions of women don't have that liberty."
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Royal lookalikes

Lookalikes of Britain's Prince Harry and his sister-in-law Pippa Middleton pose in a pub during a media event to promote a new book by photographer Alison Jackson, in London December 7, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Lookalikes of Britain's Prince Harry and his sister-in-law Pippa Middleton pose in a pub during a media event to promote a new book by photographer Alison Jackson, in London December 7, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Lookalikes of Britain's Prince Harry and his sister-in-law Pippa Middleton pose in a park during a media event to promote a new book by photographer Alison Jackson, in London December 7, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Lookalikes of Britain's Prince Harry and his sister-in-law Pippa Middleton pose on a park bench during a media event to promote a new book by photographer Alison Jackson, in London December 7, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Lookalikes of Britain's Prince Harry and his sister-in-law Pippa Middleton pose outside a pub during a media event to promote a new book by photographer Alison Jackson, in London December 7, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

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Angelina Jolie hits back at lawsuit

Angelina Jolie claims she has "never seen" the book she is alleged to have based 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' on.

The Oscar-winning actress - who is making her directorial debut with the Serbian love story - is being sued by Croatian journalist James Braddock for copyright violation, as he maintains the movie is an adaptation of his own book 'The Subject Work', which was published in 2007.

However, the star has dismissed the lawsuit as "par for the course" of directing a film.

She told the Los Angeles Times: "It's par for the course. It happens on almost every film.

"There are many books and documentaries that I did pull from. It's a combination of many people's stories. But that particular book I've never seen."

In a lawsuit filed in a federal court in Illinois, Mr. Braddock claims he met with producer Edin Sarkic - who is now working on Angelina's movie - several times throughout 2008 to discuss the possibility of his tome being adapted for the big screen.

He maintains the pair talked about the details of the book, which similarly to 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' documents the love story between a female prisoner and a Serbian soldier, "including plot and character development and the story's cultural significance and historical accuracy".

A judge will now have determine whether "the claimed obvious similarities meet the high threshold needed to prove copyright infringement".

Mr. Braddock is seeking an injunction to block the film's scheduled release on December 23, as well as unspecified damages.

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Daniel Radcliffe is EW's Entertainer of the Year

Cast member Daniel Radcliffe arrives for the premiere of the film "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" in New York July 11, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

"Harry Potter" star Daniel Radcliffe was named Entertainment Weekly's "Entertainer of the Year" on Wednesday, capping a successful 2011 for the young actor.

Radcliffe, 22, took his final turn as the boy wizard in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2," the last installment of the film franchise, earlier this year.

The film crossed the $1 billion threshold at the global box office as fans rushed to see their favorite wizard battle evil for the last time.

The "Harry Potter" star also broke out of his magical role to take on Broadway in the musical "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying," stepping into the shoes of stage veterans Robert Morse and Matthew Broderick and receiving positive critical reviews for his performance.

Radcliffe was joined on Entertainment Weekly's list by British singer Adele and "X-Men" actor Hugh Jackman. The full list will be available on newsstands on December 9.

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Lady Gaga receives Hero award

Lady Gaga's has declared her Hero Award in recognition of her work with the LGBT community better than a Grammy.

The 'Marry the Night' hitmaker was honoured by the Trevor Project - a non-profit company that offers suicide-prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth - at their annual Trevor Live event in Los Angeles last night (04.12.11) and said it means more to her than receiving accolades for her music.

Accepting the prize at the star-studded event at The Hollywood Palladium, she said: "This means more to me than any Grammy I could ever win."

Gaga was presented with her award by the family of Jamey Rodemeyer, the New York teenager and huge Lady Gaga fan, who killed himself in September after enduring constant bullying over his sexuality.

Josh Duhamel and his wife Fergie, LeAnn Rimes and husband Eddie Cibrian, 'Glee's Chris Colfer, Darren Criss, Dianna Agron and Amber Riley and 'Footloose' Julianne Hough were all in attendance.

Openly gay 'Star Trek' hunk Zachary Quinto and lesbian actress Amber Heard were also recognised for raising awareness of equal rights.

Zachary wrote on twitter: "Such a moving and inspiring evening at trevor live with TrevorProject and many friends! enormous heaps of gratitude! (sic)"

Performers included Neil Patrick Harris and partner David Burtka, Miley Cyrus, Mary J. Blige and Queen Latifah.

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'Sexy goddess' Kristen Stewart

Robert Pattinson thinks Kristen Stewart is a "sexy goddess".

The 25-year-old actor - who is dating his 'Twilight Saga' co-star off-screen - admitted Kristen looked "amazing" when her alter-ego Bella Swann turned into a blood-sucking "vampire queen" during the latest film in the franchise.

He said: "She was a sexy goddess. She looked amazing. It was funny because Bella is that girl that is always tripping on things, and then, she turns into this elegant woman, like a vampire queen.

"Kristen had the best twist in the plot!"

However, Robert - who plays vampire Edward Cullen in 'Twilight' - admitted the couple's on-screen sex scene was far from easy because there were so many crew members who wanted to have a say in how the pair's intimacy panned out.

He added in an interview with Brazil's Capricho magazine: "I was trying to do a sex scene and there was huge guy lying on the floor, looking at me and telling me what to do.

"The hardest thing was that, in normal movies, when you're doing a sex scene, people don't pressure you a lot because the director doesn't want to intervene and suggest how he would do that.

"But in 'Breaking Dawn', it was different, there was too much expectation. How to make all the people that were waiting for that moment happy."
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Victoria Beckham inspired by kids 'every day'

Victoria Beckham is inspired by her children "every day".

The fashion designer - who has four kids, Brooklyn, 12, Romeo, nine, Cruz, six, and four-month-old Harper, with her soccer star husband David - says being a mother gives her the inspiration needed for her work, while spouse David gives her the support she desires.

Speaking at the British Fashion Awards - where her clothing line won Designer Brand of the Year - Victoria said: "David is my rock. He encourages me and gives me the confidence to do what I do and my kids inspire me every day. And my mum and dad were here, which was fantastic. I love them all so, so much. My family means everything to me."

Victoria - who lives with her family in Los Angeles - was accompanied to London by daughter Harper but says she wishes all her children could have gone with her.

She told Britain's HELLO! magazine: "Harper comes everywhere with me. All the kids would come everywhere with me but the boys have to be at school."

Victoria recently revealed she is "in love" with all her four children and loves being a mother as they bring so much joy to her life.

The 37-year-old star said: "Harper is absolutely amazing. But I am in love with all of my children. They are all wonderful."

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Angelina Jolie sued for copyright

Angelina Jolie is being sued for copyright violation.

Croatian journalist James Braddock claims the Oscar-winning actress' upcoming directorial debut 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' is based on his book 'The Subject Work', which he published in 2007.

In a lawsuit filed in a federal court in Illinois, Mr. Braddock claims he met with producer Edin Sarkic - who is now working on Angelina's movie - several times throughout 2008 to discuss the possibility of his tome being adapted for the big screen, X17 reports.

He maintains the pair talked about the details of the book, which similarly to 'In the Land of Blood and Honey' documents the love story between a female prisoner and a Serbian soldier, "including plot and character development and the story's cultural significance and historical accuracy".

A judge will now have determine whether "the claimed obvious similarities meet the high threshold needed to prove copyright infringement".

Mr. Braddock is seeking an injunction to block the film's scheduled release on December 23, as well as unspecified damages.

This is the latest blow for Angelina, as she and partner Brad Pitt are also being sued for $87,566 in an unfair dismissal case by their former secretary Ana Charlotiaux, who worked at the couple's Chateau Miraval estate in the South of France until February 2010.

At a recent hearing, Ana's lawyer Emmanuel Ludot said: "She is not asking for much - just fair compensation for wrongful dismissal.

"This money is a drop in the ocean for these stars. She has nothing against them personally, and says she was always treated well by them, but they did not step in to prevent her being dismissed."


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Demi Moore dating again after split

Demi Moore is reportedly dating beauty mogul Scott-Vincent Borba.

The 'Ghost' actress' - who announced her split from husband Ashton Kutcher last month - has grown close to Scott over the past few weeks and the pair decided to take their friendship further last week.

A source said: "Demi and Scott-Vincent started dating last week. They have known each other a long time and he's really been there for her by her side through the whole Ashton thing."

Scott - who is in his mid-30s and co-founded BORBA skin care products - is said to be smitten with 49-year-old Demi and isn't star-struck by her as he works with many celebrities.

The source added to RadarOnline.com: "It's easy for Scott-Vincent to keep his relationships a secret because he's so often photographed hanging out with celebrity clientele. But he's head over heels for Demi and there's definitely potential for a lasting relationship between them."

Demi - who has three daughters with first husband Bruce Willis - announced she was ending her six-year marriage to Ashton last month after he was accused of cheating on her in September.

She said in a statement: "It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I have decided to end my six-year marriage to Ashton. As a woman, a mother and a wife there are certain values and vows that I hold sacred, and it is in this spirit that I have chosen to move forward with my life. This is a trying time for me and my family, and so I would ask for the same compassion and privacy that you would give to anyone going through a similar situation."

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Brad Pitt comforts suicidal fan

U.S. actor Brad Pitt waves during a news conference to promote his film "Moneyball" in Tokyo November 10, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Brad Pitt comforted a suicidal fan following a special screening of his new movie 'Moneyball'.

The 47-year-old Hollywood star was initially shocked when the aspiring actor revealed at a special Q&A for the movie that he had been struggling with suicidal thoughts earlier in the day and said the baseball biopic gave him "a renewed sense of hope" but Brad quickly recovered and offered some words of wisdom to the man.

A source told USmagazine.com: "Brad said 'Look, man, life is up and down, it's a vicious cycle, but you have to go through it and deal with that. You can be down, but then you come back up again, and every failure can lead to success'.

"Brad handled the situation really well in front of several hundred people - it was a difficult moment that shocked everyone."

Another insider added: "It was a touching moment. As he left he even stopped to talk with the guy to offer him some more words of encouragement because he was obviously fragile."

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Britney Spears admires Jennifer Lopez

Britney Spears' beauty icon is Jennifer Lopez.

The 'Toxic' singer says she's a huge fan of the 'American Idol' judge and thinks the 42-year-old star just gets better and better with age.

She said: "Jennifer Lopez is my idol - she's so beautiful and even though she's gotten older, she hasn't aged at all. She looks more amazing than ever and I really admire and respect that."

Britney, 29, also says she takes beauty advice from her mother, Lynne, and gets tips to keep her skin looking good, which include drinking water and uses lost of creams.

She told Now magazine: "My mom's very into her skincare and making sure she has the right cream. It's important to experiment with different creams as we get older5, so she's always showing me the upcoming products, which is pretty cool. One of her skin secrets is making sure she gets lots of rest and water."

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Look who is back in Scandal

TALENTED: Luthuli Dlamini

Dec 2, 2011 | Patience Bambalele

"It's good to be back again" PLUS what happens to Stan

TELEVISION and film actor Luthuli Dlamini is back in the e.tv soapie Scandal after a two-year break.

Dlamini, who portrays business mogul Stan Nyathi, will start appearing on television on December 14.

He disappeared from the small screes when his character went to England, leaving his brother Daniel - Sello Maake kaNcube - in charge of the business.

Dlamini says the return of Stan will stir things up for Daniel, who is enjoying the power at the moment.

"Daniel has been enjoying power alone and the return of Stan will limit his freedom."

Born in Zimbabwe and raised in England, Dlamini moved to South Africa after finishing school to estab-lish himself as an actor.

He says his return to the soapie is well-timed.

"It is good to be back again and see old friends and cast members," he says. "I see Rami Chuene is also back. I am already enjoying myself. I took a break to focus on others things. I have been acting in films and a drama series. I have been writing a lot but my projects have not received enough funding."

While in England Stan discovered that he was not the father of his only son, Mangi, whom he raised. His brother Daniel fathered Mangi.

Dlamini says things will be difficult for Stan as he tries to find his feet and make sense of everything that is happening.

The talented actor has made numerous television appearances in shows such as Drum, Snitch, Generations, Isidingo, Justice For All and The Res, before landing the lead role in Scandal.

He has played the leading role of Tombo Mbuli in the M-Net sitcom The Coconuts. Early this year he starred in the green consumerism show Greenline, on SABC3.

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Tom Cruise on new world-saving mission impossible

Cast members Paula Patton (L) and Tom Cruise pose at a promotional event for their latest film ''Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol'' in Tokyo December 1, 2011. Reuters/Kim Kyung-Hoon

By Kaori Kaneko

Thu Dec 1, 2011 3:57pm EST

TOKYO, Dec 1 - Tom Cruise kicked off the rollout of the fourth installment of his "Mission Impossible" franchise with a limited fan screening in Japan on Thursday ahead of its official world premiere next week.

Cruise, 49, returns as super-agent Ethan Hunt saving the world yet again in "Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol," packed with stunts and action scenes, some featuring the world's tallest building -- Dubai's Burj Khalifa.

In the latest in the series of blockbusters that has grossed nearly $1.5 billion worldwide, Impossible Mission Force (IMF) operative Hunt and fellow agents are blamed for a terrorist bombing of the Kremlin and are forced to run.

The agency is dissolved and the group -- without any resources or backup -- must find a way to clear the agency's name, prevent another attack and avert a nuclear war.

Major parts of the film were shot in Dubai, where it will officially open on December 7, while the action also takes Hunt to Moscow, Budapest and Mumbai.

Paramount Pictures, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc., said Cruise chose to start the film's tour in Tokyo ahead of the Dubai splash as a gesture to his Japanese fans and the nation that suffered so much from the March 11 earthquake, tsunami and the ensuing nuclear crisis.

"I know this country has been through lots this year," he said after attending a red carpet event where some 1,500 noisy fans braved the cold to see him.

"But I also know the strength and courage of this country and I know you will get through it. And I want you to know how much we love you and the world is thinking of you, and we are here."

Misao Otsu, a 48-year-old who runs a company trading in cosmetic products, praised Cruise for his work ethic.

"I always go to see these (Mission Impossible) movies on opening day," she said. "I want the series to continue. What Tom does is beyond what a human being can do."

The film will be released in Japan on December 16 and in the United States on December 21 with theatrical releases around the world staggered over several weeks.

Two-time Academy Award winner Brad Bird directed the film and the cast includes Jeremy Renner, nominated for an Oscar for his role in the 2008 war film "The Hurt Locker."

Bird won the Oscars for animated films "The Incredibles" and "Ratatouille."

Cruise is producing the film with J.J. Abrams who last teamed up with the actor in 2006 for "Mission Impossible III."

(Writing by Kaori Kaneko and Tomasz Janowski; Editing by Mike Collett-White)

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Justin Bieber wants family Christmas

Justin Bieber wants to spend Christmas with his family.

The 17-year-old popstar revealed he doesn't want expensive gifts for the holidays but instead he hopes to get some time off to spend with his loved ones in Canada.

He told Hollywood Teen TV: "For this Christmas, I just want to be with my family. I don't really have any requests, except for socks and underwear because I just run out of them a lot."

Justin - who was born in London, Ontario and grew up in Stratford, Ontario - has previously revealed he is keen to return to his native country when he is a bit older and ready to start a family.

He said: "I think it would be cool to get a condo out here in LA, but eventually I'll probably want to move back to Canada and raise my family. Why? I dunno, I'm Canadian, I feel like I want my kids to be Canadian."

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Kanye West gets 7 Grammy noms

Rappers Kanye West (L) and Jay-Z perform during the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at the Lexington Armory in New York November 9, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

Adele scored six Grammy nominations on Wednesday, including for record, song and album of the year, but the owner of the 2011's best-selling album with "21" wasn't the night's top nominee — and that wasn't the evening's only surprise.

Kanye West came away with a leading seven nominations, including a bid for song of the year for his all-star song "All of the Lights." However, the album from which it came — "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy," heralded by many critics as the best album of 2010 — was not in the best album category, and all of his other nominations were relegated to the rap fields.

Other notable omissions in the top categories included country phenomenon Taylor Swift and veteran crooner Tony Bennett.


Bruno Mars and the Foo Fighters tied Adele with six nominations each, including in the album of the year category. Lil Wayne had five nods and critical-darling folky act Bon Iver scored four nominations, with two in the prestigious record and song of the year categories. But dubstep star Skrillex may have been the night's biggest surprise, getting five nominations, including a bid for best new artist.

"It feels incredible. Me and these guys, we locked ourselves in the studio not too far from here and worked on this album, especially 'Grenade,'" Mars said after the nominations were announced. "That's the song we worked the hardest on. That's like our trophy right there. Of all the songs we've been fortunate enough to be a part of this year, we were most proud of that one."

The nominations were announced after the Recording Academy's fourth annual live concert special, which aired on CBS from the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles. The hour-long event featured key nominees like Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj and the Band Perry.

Even though Adele didn't get the lion's share of nominations, she got them where it counted: Her "21," the mournful post-breakup album that produced smash hits like the torch ballad "Someone Like You" — was nominated for album of the year. The searing groove "Rolling in the Deep," which spent seven weeks at No. 1 this past summer, got nominations for both record and song of the year. Only Mars got nominations in all three categories as well.

Other nominees in the record of the year category included Bon Iver's ballad "Holocene"; Mars' ballad "Grenade"; Mumford & Sons' "The Cave"; and Katy Perry's inspirational anthem "Firework." For song of the year, which honors the writers of the tune, contenders included "The Cave," ''Grenade, "Holocene" and Lady Gaga's "You and I."

The best album category was as noteworthy for who was excluded as it was for who was nominated. Lady Gaga garnered her third straight nod in the category for "Born This Way," while veteran rockers the Foo Fighters were nominated for "Wasting Light," along with Mars' debut album, "Doo-Wops & Hooligans," and Rihanna's steamy dance album "Loud."

Shut out were perceived favorites like 85-year-old Bennett, who became the oldest person to score a No. 1 debut when his "Duets II" album was released earlier this year, and the megawatt collaboration of Jay-Z and West with the heavily hyped "Watch The Throne."

The biggest snub may have been to Swift, who won in the category in 2010 and was considered by some critics to be a favorite for "Speak Now," which has sold 3.7 million copies. She did get three nominations, however, including for best country album.

(Another blonde diva, Beyonce, merited just two nominations in lesser categories).

Unlike the past two years, which saw Swift and fellow country act Lady Antebellum soar in the general categories, the only country act that got a mainstream nomination was the country sibling act The Band Perry. Best known for their poignant ballad "If I Die Young," they got a nomination for best new artist.

"It's been an amazing evening," said lead singer Kimberly Perry. "We got the good news yesterday that our debut album went platinum, it was certified yesterday, to so follow it with a nomination tonight is phenomenal. We're just in the clouds, absolutely."

Their competition also includes Bon Iver, Jay-Z rap protege J. Cole, Skrillex and rapper-singer Nicki Minaj, who scored four nominations in total.

The 54th Grammys will be held Feb. 12 in Los Angeles. The ceremony will mark the first since the academy shaved its categories from 109 to 78 this year, amid some protest. Some of the more niched categories, like best Zydeco or Cajun music album, were eliminated.

In addition, men and women now compete together in vocal categories for pop, R&B and country, instead of having separate categories for each sex. This year, the category is best pop solo performance and Bruno Mars is the only man nominated for "Grenade." His competition includes Adele for "Someone Like You," Lady Gaga for "You and I," Pink for "(Expletive) Perfect" and Perry for "Firework."
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Art collector Blake Lively

Blake Lively loves collecting art.

The 'Gossip Girl' star has been a huge fan of paintings ever since her brother Eric encouraged her to start her own collection and revealed she now always buys new art when she is away on location filming.

She explained to Artlog: "My brother Eric thought it was important for me to collect art and have an awareness of it at a young age. He took me to an exhibit by Sage Vaughn at a warehouse in downtown Los Angeles and bought me my first piece. That experience ignited a hunger to see more art and collect it however I could.

"I always try to buy things when I travel as a reminder of the trip and time spent in a city. When I was working in New Orleans for four months, I bought a chair and a painting of Audrey Hepburn by local artist Sarah Ashley Longshore."

While Blake's collection is varied, she admits she is drawn to a certain type of art.

She said: "I've found that I'm often drawn to pieces that portray a childish imagination with a malevolent undertone, like the moment on the boat in Willy Wonka when all the fantasy turns on itself into the unexpected. In every piece I own there is a sense of celebration, whether in image, context, or shade."
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Madonna settles neighbor's suit

Director Madonna arrives for the gala screening of her film W.E. during the BFI London Film Festival at Leicester Square in London October 23, 2011.[Photo/Agencies]

NEW YORK — Madonna has made peace with a neighbor who said the superstar made noise by using her New York City apartment as a rehearsal studio, lawyers involved in the matter said Wednesday.

Court records showed Karen George's lawsuit against the singer and their building was settled as of Wednesday. Lawyers for Madonna and the building's co-op board would say only the matter was resolved. George's attorney didn't immediately return a call.

George, whose apartment is upstairs from Madonna's in a building overlooking Central Park, had said the dance and exercise routines subjected neighbors to "blaring music, stomping and shaking walls" for up to three hours a day. George was driven from her apartment at times by the "unbearable" noise and vibrations, according to her lawsuit, filed in 2009. It sought unspecified damages.

Madonna took steps to dampen the sound in 2009, but George said they didn't work, according to an August court ruling that turned down the singer's effort to dismiss the lawsuit. George had said the building board acknowledged her complaints but ultimately didn't crack down because it didn't want trouble with Madonna.

Madonna and the board had said the noise never topped legal levels. The singer also said this March she'd built a studio elsewhere and wasn't using the apartment for musical moves anymore.

Madonna moved into the building after she was rejected in 1985 by the board at another ritzy Manhattan co-op, the San Remo, where U2 frontman Bono has an apartment.


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Kris Humphries Seeks Annulment from Kim Kardashian, Claims 'Fraud'

Kris Humphries and Kim Kardashian

By Jennifer Garcia and Mike Fleeman

Was it all just a TV show?

Kris Humphries filed Wednesday for an annulment from Kim Kardashian, seeking to erase his 72-day marriage on the grounds of fraud.

Even though the pair have a prenuptial agreement and no children, the NBA player is now set up for a possible legal fight with the reality starlet, who has filed for divorce.

"There's a clear conflict if one spouse is seeking a divorce, but the other wants an annulment," says family law attorney Scott Weston, who is not involved in the case. "A judge will have to decide which to allow, which could take many months."

But a source close to Kardashian says that a battle may be avoided.

"She always wanted an annulment but attorneys were against it so she's happy that both parties agree now," says the source.

In his Superior Court filing, Humphries marks the box reading "nullity of voidable marriage" and checks as the basis the box saying "fraud."

Under California law, a nullity is granted if the court finds that no valid marriage ever occurred. Along with fraud, grounds for an annulment include bigamy, incest, force or if the couple are under the age of consent.

Humphries's papers say that if he's denied an annulment then he wants a legal separation – not a divorce.

Humphries and Kardashian do agree on one point: the date of separation, which he also lists as Oct. 31.

After a whirlwind three-month engagement, the pair were married in a lavish ceremony filmed for Kardashian's show on E!.

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