2013
Wickedly witchy women at 'OZ' premiere
By Joseph Martinez -
The actresses, who play the
witches in the prequel to the 1939 classic film, followed the yellow
brick road and attended the LA launch for "Oz The Great and Powerful" at
the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles on Wednesday, February 13, 2013.
Rachel
Weisz, who plays Evanora, the Wicked Witch of the East, looked stunning
in an orange Victoria Beckham gown. Mila Kunis, was beautiful in a
cream lace Dolce & Gabbana prom dress and Christian Louboutin heels
while Michelle Williams opted for a white Prada dress with
flower embroidery.
In
addition to the female leads, James Franco, the star of the movie in
the title role, also walked the carpet after filming a promo on a full
size hot air balloon, hovering over Hollywood Boulevard. It was quite the
spectacle and a bit surreal as the fans, lining the street, cheered
with each blast of the hot air burner.
Also on hand for the event
was the Director Sam Raimi and celebrity guests including Arnold
Schwarzenegger, Sarah Chalke and Tobey Maguire. (photos © 2013
Picturelux - All Rights Reserved.
Disney’s fantastical adventure “Oz The Great and Powerful,” directed by Sam Raimi, imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum’s beloved wizard character. When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he’s hit the jackpot—fame and fortune are his for the taking—that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone’s been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity—and even a bit of wizardry—Oscar transforms himself not only into the great wizard but into a better man as well.
The film is set for release on March 8, 2013.
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2013
After getting a taste for blood as children, Hansel (Jeremy Renner)
and Gretel (Gemma Arterton) have become the ultimate vigilantes, hell
bent on retribution. Now, unbeknownst to them, Hansel and Gretel have
become the hunted, and must face an evil far greater than
witches...their past
....and so the story goes. But a
different story played out on Thursday, January 24, 2013, in front of
the Chinese theater in Hollywood, welcoming the cast, crew and celebrity
guests for the premiere of Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters.
Gemma
Arterton, Jeremy Renner, Famke Janssen, and Zoe Bell donned glamorous
attire for their walk on the red carpet. British actress Gemma Arterton
picked the perfect gown. Her black Gucci gown, with its jeweled halter
straps, draped bodice, and long, pleated skirt, fit her beautifully.
And her grecian-inspired, headband updo complemented her gorgeous gown.
( photo: © 2013 Joe Martinez / Picturelux)
The film opened nationwide January 25, 2013.
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2013
Emma Stone attends 'Gangster Squad' Premiere
Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone came
together last night at Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood for the
World Premiere of their film "Gangster Squad". It's the second time the
co-stars have played love interests on the big screen. They also
appeared in 2011's "Crazy, Stupid, Love"
Stone, who plays a moll
in the film, dazzled in a fiery red Lanvin woven silk dress complemented
with a dramatic crystal necklace.
Ryan Gosling, wearing a
brown, three-piece Gucci suit, brought a very special woman to the
event, his Mom Donna. Gosling's girlfriend, actress Eva Mendes, did not
attend the premiere, but her clothes did. "My mother's wearing all my
girlfriend's clothes," Gosling told reporters, according to the New York
Daily News. "I'm wearing Eva Mendes tonight" Donna Gosling added. "I
raided her closet."
Strangely,
the most daring bit of attire at the event came from Nick Nolte who was
sporting, what looked like, a yellow bathrobe as he made his way down
the press line.
Also on hand were Sean Penn, Anthony Mackie,
Giovanni Ribisi, Robert Patrick and Josh Brolin, who also have roles in
the film, due for release on Wednesday January 9, 2013. (photos © 2013
Joe Martinez/ Picturelux - All Rights Reserved.)
About the film:
Los
Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Sean
Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the
drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and—if he has his way—every wire bet
placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not
only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are
under his thumb. It’s enough to intimidate even the bravest,
street-hardened cop…except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD
outsiders led by Sgt. John O’Mara (Josh Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Ryan
Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen’s world apart.
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2012
By Joseph Martinez -
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson hit the red carpet Monday night November 12, 2012 for the world premiere of the final "Twilight" film, "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2."
Fueling speculation about their reconciliation, the pair were photographed by a select few photographers arm-in-arm. However, they did not walk down the red carpet together and the group photo of the three leads, that has normally been a staple for these events, was conspicuously absent.
View slideshow: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 World Premiere
Recently, in an interview on NBC's "Today" the 22-year-old actress and star of the blockbuster "Snow White and the Huntsman" said she would keep the fans guessing about whether or not they are "back together."
Kristen, who usually favors casual clothes and Converse sneakers wore a daringly risqué Zuhair Murad soft gold corseted gown, featuring a completely see-through skirt that showed off her matching gold underwear. If she was trying to divert attention from recent scandalous headlines, it was definitely a good effort.
Joining the duo for the final red carpet of the series were Taylor Lautner, Billy Burke, Peter Facinelli, Kellan Lutz, Dakota Fanning as well as what seemed like most of the cast. Celebrity guests included Stevie Nicks, Mayim Bialik, Ashley Tisdale, Bella Thorne, Saoirse Ronin and Julianne Hough among others. (photos © 2012 Joe Martinez / PictureLux)
“Breaking Dawn Part 2″ is the final installment in the “Twilight” film franchise and is directed by Bill Condon. In theaters this Friday.
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2012
By Joseph Martinez -
George Clooney was honored for his charity work at a star-studded event in Beverly Hills, CA on Saturday October 20, 2012.
Celebrities
including Thora Birch, Joan Collins, Quincy Jones, Julianne Hough,
Jennie Garth, Carmen Electra and Nicollette Sheridan all turned out to
see the Ocean's Eleven star as he was recognized for his efforts in
advocating various humanitarian causes by being awarded the Brass Ring
Award at the 26th Carousel of Hope ball held at the Hilton Hotel. The
black-tie fundraiser, which was hosted by comedian Jay Leno, draws in
money for the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Colorado.
Singer
Neil Diamond later took to the stage to perform, while guests also bid
on luxury items including a Bora Bora wedding and tickets to designer
fashion shows.
About the Charity:
The Mercedes-Benz 26th
Carousel of Hope Gala founded by Barbara and the late Marvin Davis
brings together Hollywood’s elite to raise funds benefitting clinical
care and research at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes
(BDC), the country’s leading care and research center for type 1
diabetes where more than 6,000 children and young adults from around the
world receive specialized care.
(photo by © 2012 Joe Martinez / PictureLux)
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2012
Neil Diamond receives Walk of Fame star
By Joseph Martinez -
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
honored the legendary singer/songwriter Neil Diamond with his star on
the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 10, 2012. “We finally were able to
pin him down for a date to dedicate his star. This is one busy man and
we are thrilled to honor this legendary performer,” stated Walk of Fame
producer Ana Martinez.
Neil Diamond’s eclectic and universally
beloved songs—as well as his charismatic and openhearted performances of
them—continue to make him an international force both as a record maker
and a live entertainer as he continuously sells out major arenas and
venues around the world. Diamond has a remarkable track record of 16
Top Ten albums and 37 Top Ten singles. This Grammy-winning artist rock
icon has been a Kennedy Center honoree, inducted into the Rock and Roll
Hall of Fame and Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and is a recipient of the
Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award. Among Diamond’s many other
notable honors, he has received a Golden Globe Award, thirteen Grammy
nominations and was named the 2009 MusiCares Person of the Year.
On hand for the event that also commemorates the 40th Anniversary of the seminal album, "Hot August Night", was guest speaker Randy Newman and Diamond's third wife, Katie McNeil Diamond. (photo by © 2012 Joe Martinez/PictureLux)
Neil Diamond Trivia per IMDB.com:
- Ran away from his home in Brooklyn at the age of 13 and went to the Midwest where he formed a musical group called The Roadrunners. They performed in coffeehouses for two years, after which Neil went home.
- Seriously considered "Eyce Charry" and "Noah Kaminsky" for his professional name.
- Screen-tested for the lead in the movie Lenny (1974), based on the life of famed comedian Lenny Bruce, but turned it down.
- When he and Barbra Streisand had a smash hit in 1978 with "You Don't Bring Me Flowers", it was not the first time that the Brooklyn-born superstars had sung together. While students at New York City's Erasmus High School, they both sang in the school choir.
- Penned hits for other pop groups before making it on his own, including The Monkees' "I'm a Believer.".
- For his role in The Jazz Singer (1980), Diamond became the first ever "Winner" of a Worst Actor 'Razzie' Award.
- Was forced to pay $150,000,000 to former wife Marcia Murphey in their divorce settlement. Is the most expensive divorce in history up to that date.
- Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on March 14, 2011.
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2012
By Joseph Martinez -
The crowds lined the street in anticipation of funnymen Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis hitting the Red Carpet at "The Campaign" premiere Thursday August 2, 2012 at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood. They did not disappoint as they mingled with the fans, signing autographs and shaking hands like real candidates on the campaign trail might do.
The pair were joined at the premiere at by director Jay Roach and co-stars Dylan McDermott, Brian Cox, Katherine LaNasa and John Lithgow. Celebrity guests included Brooke Shields, Susanna Hoffs and Grant Show among others. (photos © 2012 Joe Martinez / PictureLux)
About the Film:
Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis star as rival North Carolina congressional candidates out to bury each other in this mud-slinging, back-stabbing, home-wrecking comedy that takes today’s political circus to the next level. Because even when you think campaign ethics have hit rock bottom, there’s always room to dig a whole lot deeper. In theaters Nationwide on Friday August 10, 2012.
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2012
Charlie Sheen attends Slash's Star Ceremony
By Joseph Martinez -
Hollywood Boulevard rocked on Tuesday July 10, 2012 when former Guns N' Roses lead guitarist Slash (AKA Saul Hudson) was honored with the 2,473rd star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. It seems a fitting tribute for a musician who first won notoriety in the nightclubs along Los Angeles' Sunset Strip.
Slash told the crowd
of fans and well wishers, "I've been a part of the Hollywood fabric for a
long time and to actually be appreciated by the city of Hollywood is a
huge, huge honor," Slash said at the unveiling of his star. "And so I
want to thank everybody for this; it's unbelievable."
A notable
speaker, in the form of the winning Charlie Sheen, was present to convey
his admiration and to congratulate his neighbor and friend. The "Anger
Management" star and rabble-rouser couldn't resist taking a shot at
Slash's estranged former band mate, Axl Rose. "You know, it's quite
fitting, I think, that Slash is getting a star on the very street that
Axl Rose will one day be sleeping on," the actor quipped to fans
gathered in front of the Hard Rock Café on Hollywood Boulevard.
Other
speakers on hand included veteran movie producer Robert Evans, whose
2002 documentary on his life in Tinseltown, "The Kid Stays in the
Picture", included a song by Slash.
The 46-year-old Slash,
attended the induction ceremony with his wife and two kids. Afterward,
he performed an acoustic set for those in attendance at the Hard Rock
Cafe. (photo by © 2012 Joe Martinez/PictureLux)
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2012
By Joseph Martinez -
The stars were out at Hollywood's Grauman's Chinese Theatre the other
night (Thursday, June 21, 2012) for the World Premiere of 'Ted'.
Mila Kunis, in a Christian Dior dress and Christian Louboutin's, joined Mark Wahlberg and the film's writer-director, Seth MacFarlane, on the red carpet. Fellow co-stars Seth McFarlane, Jessica Stroup, Giovanni Ribisi and Alex Borstein also posed for the media at the event.
The newly married Giovanni Ribisi showed up without his new bride, model Agyness Deyn. Rumors of the low-key wedding first hit the Internet when an employee of Crown City News spotted the pair in line at the Los Angeles County Registrar's office, "passionately kissing." The pair admitted they were getting married and said they had been dating "a while."
According to celebuzz.com, Wahlberg had only kind words for his co-star, 'Black Swan' actress Mila Kunis, 28. “She’s great, we were in it together,... We worked together before and she’s just very easy to get along with. She’s smart, witty, very quick, but also easy going which is a rare combination.”
The film spins a quirky tale of a man whose childhood wish, for his teddy bear to come to life, comes true. Wahlberg explained to the media on the Carpet why his potty-mouthed furry friend was still lovable - wild lifestyle and all. "Despite the fact that he's got the most foul mouth you've ever seen and he's a bad influence, he's also got a heart that's very sweet and very kind and very funny."
The R-rated comedy centers on a boy whose Christmas wish is fulfilled after his teddy bear comes to life. But that dream turns into a nightmare as they grow up. The stuffed bear is played by MacFarlane in a motion-capture suit. "Ted" hits theaters June 29, 2012.
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2012
By Joseph Martinez -
Patricia Heaton, star of the popular
television comedies, "Everybody Loves Raymond" and "The Middle", was
honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, May 22,
2012. Heaton was reunited with her TV husbands Ray Romano and Neil Flynn
for the event. Also attending were Doris Roberts, Brad Garrett and
Atticus Shaffer. Heaton won two "best actress" Emmy awards for her role
as Debra Barone on "Everybody Loves Raymond."
The actress was the
recipient of the 2,472nd star and her friends and family, including
actor husband David Hunt and their four sons, looked on proudly as she
accepted the honor. During her acceptance speech, the actress declared,
"I'm overwhelmed. I came to Hollywood 20 years ago at the age of 30. I
had no agent and no manager... God opened a door for me and by God I
mean Ray Romano."
Guest speaker Ray Romano said he first met
Patty when she auditioned for the role of his wife, Debra Barone. "Of
the hundreds of actresses that auditioned, she was the only one who
kissed me on the lips. . . and I thought to myself, this woman really
needs a job."
Switching gears to a more serious tone, Romano said
the show "really revolved around Patty," even though he played the
title character. "She not only grounded it, but she was funny. She made
me a better actor." He also saluted her dedication to family and to
family values. "The Hollywood Star Committee got it right today."
Her
second TV husband, Neil Flynn, joked that the list of actors Patty
wanted for "The Middle" included Randy Quaid, Dolph Lundgren, Abraham
Lincoln and Chewbacca. "My name was at the bottom of the list and I just
feel lucky to be on the list. I can’t imagine an actress who has her
level of success who is also so positive and grounded and grateful to be
where she is. I’m glad to be your friend." ( photos © 2012 Joe
Martinez / PictureLux )
Patricia Heaton Trivia per IMDB.com:
- Went to St. Raphael's Catholic grade School, Bay Village, Ohio.
- Daughter of Chuck Heaton, sportswriter for the Cleveland Plain Dealer
- Irish-American.
- In a 2006 TV Guide/Bravo poll, she was named the TV personality who would make the best real-life housewife with 72% of the vote, far surpassing runner-up Teri Hatcher from "Desperate Housewives" (2004).
- Once worked at People magazine.
- Edited news film at ABC station Channel 5 (WEWS) in Cleveland, when she was in college as a summer intern in the late 1970s
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