Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Freddie Prinze, Jr. are ready to start a family, friends tell Star. “They wanted to get their acting careers and their lives in order, but now they’re at a point in their lives where it finally makes sense,” says a friend.
FAT JOE has joined fellow rappers SNOOP DOGG and T.I. in condemning those who are linking sexist hip-hop lyrics with the recent racist remarks made by US radio talk show host DON IMUS. The Lean Back star believes rap music is being used as a scapegoat in the fuss, and urges parents to take more responsibility in what they allow their children to listen too. He tells MTV News, "I know that Don Imus did not disrespect those young ladies because of hip-hop music. I'm 99 per cent sure that he doesn't even listen to hip-hop like that. "Everybody who's taking on hip-hop music are the same people who are just looking for a moment or window of opportunity. This is their moment to say, 'F**k hip-hop.' I don't know how a 60-year-old white dude has any relation to hip-hop music. "What we need to know is there is freedom of speech; that's the biggest thing. "My kids listen to hip-hop... they love gangsta rap. But they also do great in school. "I'm a father and I take great pride in having a relationship with my kids. They can listen to hip-hop and understand the difference between reality and entertainment. "Some of these parents, if they don't want their kids to listen to hip-hop, tell them to listen to gospel. Play some other kind of music. It ain't like anybody is forcing people to listen to hip-hop." Imus was fired by CBS Radio bosses earlier this month (APR07) after referring to a university female basketball team as 'nappy-headed hos'.
Ranked #39 in Maxim magazine’s Hot 100 list, Nadine Velazquez easily captures the crowd with her breathtaking beauty. This Puerto Rican-American actress has a drop dead gorgeous body, which gets the viewers even more hooked. She is indeed sexy, yet she exudes a youthful glow that depicts her playful and lighthearted personality. Her inclusion on the television series My Name is Earl escalates her to fame, and has earned her a number of positive reviews like being named one of USA Today’s “Five Rising Stars To Watch Closely” and one of Daily Variety’s “Ten Actor’s To Watch” in 2005.
SOME historians are already concerned about "Che," the movie Steven Soderbergh is directing with Benicio Del Toro starring as the Communist revolutionary. Soderbergh seems intent on portraying Ernesto "Che" Guevara as a hero, who battled alongside Fidel Castro to free Cuba from a corrupt imperialist government, and then was martyred by the CIA. Soderbergh will no doubt gloss over the six months after Castro seized power in 1959, when Che was in charge of La Cabana fortress, overseeing the trial and execution of 600 political prisoners. "To witness such butchery is a trauma that will accompany me to my grave," recalled José Vilasuso, a lawyer who worked under Che. "The walls of that medieval castle received the echoes of the rhythmic footstep of the squad, the clicking of the rifles . . . the sorry howling of the dying . . . the macabre silence . . . " Soderbergh had no comment.
On "Without a Trace," Roselyn Sanchez is Elana, a young FBI agent who has to prove that she belongs on the elite New York Missing Persons Squad."She couldn't be more different from her character,her co-star, Enrique Murciano, tells TV Guide's "Sexiest Stars" issue.
"On the show, Elena struggles just to stay above water. In life Roselyn's not like that at all," he says.
"I'll catch her in her trailer tapping out messages on her BlackBerry and taking calls on three cell phones.
"I'm telling you, she could become the first Puerto Rican female president of the United States," says Murciano.
Amaury Nolasco has come a long way from his commercial appearances and minor roles. His unintentional pursuit of the showbiz world has advantageously presented itself in numerous television and film projects. A natural charmer, his ability to captivate the hearts of viewers is above reproach. He brings in wit and enthusiasm in whatever role he depicts, which makes him a crowd’s favorite. Popularly known for his inclusion on the suspense-thriller Prison Break, his dramatic acting expertise rockets his popularity worldwide.
"The Sopranos" kicks off the final part of its final season April 8, and details have been understandably scarce so far about what's coming up for Tony & co. But HBO just released a few tiny morsels for fans to nibble on while we wait: The episode titles and summaries for the first four episodes and a list of guest stars includes Geraldo Rivera.
Ckrush Entertainment has announced that John Leguizamo along with Michael Rapaport, and Cara Buono will be the judges for the final round of competition to select the eight lead actors to star in the thriller Live Mansion: The Movie, the first film produced by a social network."We are excited to have three actors as talented as John, Michael, and Cara on board to help Live Mansion select the best possible cast for this film" said Jeremy Dallow, President of Ckrush. "Their participation in casting Live Mansion: The Movie is not only exciting for us, but for the entire community at LiveMansion.com. We plan to continue to bring unique opportunities to our members to interact with each other and professionals in the film industry."There are eight lead roles that are being cast in Live Mansion: The Movie. Each role is down to three finalists from a field of 1000 entries. The finalists were flown to NY last week for screen tests. The audition tapes will be critiqued by the panel of judges in front of a live audience in New York City on March 19, 2007. The audition tapes will then be posted with the panel's comments on LiveMansion.com for the community's members to vote on and decide who gets cast.
"When I was asked to participate in this event, I thought it would be a great opportunity to help actors that are trying to make it in this industry. LiveMansion is a unique platform for actors to show their talent," said Leguizamo.
Ricky Martin, Puerto Rico's all-time top-selling artist, has been named king of the 50th annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York. Parade organizers said Thursday that the honor recognizes Martin's success and his efforts to fight the exploitation of children worldwide.
Martin has won multiple Grammy Awards and was named Person of the Year in 2006 by the Latin Recording Academy.
Former "Lost" star Michelle Rodriquez, who is packing her bags and heading for India, is completely bowled over by Hrithik Roshan's good looks.
Last week, the publicist of actress and executive producer Selma Hayek announced that Hayek is engaged to Francois-Henri Pinault and is expecting her first child with him. Now, wedding bells are also ringing for actress Ana Ortiz, who is engaged to musician Noah Lebenzon. According to People, the couple is scheduled to tie the knot four months from now, in Puerto Rico.
Alexis Cruz and Jose Zuñiga were presented with SDLFF 2007 Top 10 to Watch awards before the screening of Tortilla Heaven. In the audience were fellow cast members Lupe Ontiveros, Marcelo Tubert, and director Judy Hecht Dumonte.
Denise Quiñones, the actress, singer and winner of the Miss Universe crown in 2001, made a strong statement today in support of the changes proposed in the draft of the Family Book of the Puerto Rican Civil Code. "I have always believed that all human beings are equal and I just couldn't remain silent while a debate is taking place back home on the rights and protections that every family in Puerto Rico should enjoy. Our legal framework has to recognize the reality in which we live, which is why I am supporting the recognition of civil unions for same sex couples, as well as for heterosexual couples," said Quiñones.
Freddy Rodriguez will be honored as supporting actor of the year at ShoWest, the annual film industry convention set for March 12-15 at the Bally's and Paris hotels in Las Vegas. 
In New York City, tennis star Serena Williams and Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera were among other celebrities who led 250 students from New York public schools in an event entitled “Reading on the Red Carpet.”
From JustJared.com:
The first big hip-hop tour of 2007 kicks off tomorrow night in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Young Jeezy headlining and taking Lil' Wayne, Fat Joe, Jim Jones, Baby, and Rich Boy along with him.
Former Sex and the City star Jason Lewis is reportedly dating Michelle Trachtenberg after finishing with long-term girlfriend Rosario Dawson last November. Jason and Michelle were recently spotted on a date at the Chateau Marmony Hotel but a source told Us Weekly that it’s still very early days: “they just began hanging out”.
EVA MENDES has laughed off rumours of a romance with her WE OWN THE NIGHT co-star JOAQUIN PHOENIX - after they dined together after work. The Latina actress has been dating director GEORGE GARGUREVICH for the past five years, but is constantly reported to be romantically entwined with her leading men. She says, "God, we went out to dinner together. We were working together so, of course, you'd go out and have a meal after work. Why wouldn't you? "I'm a grown woman! Do you think I'd be making out with somebody? I stopped doing that when I was 14. Yuck!"
Rosario Dawson will be honored as supporting actress of the year at ShoWest, the film industry convention that will be held March 12-15 at the Bally's and Paris hotels in Las Vegas. The actress, who appeared in Robert Rodriguez's "Sin City," will next appear in Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino's "Grindhouse," which Dimension Films will release April 6. "We just know that Ms. Dawson is going to electrify audiences worldwide with her performance in the eagerly anticipated 'Grindhouse,' " Mitch Neuhauser, co-managing director of the event, said in announcing the award, which will be presented at ShoWest's closing-night ceremony March 15. Dawson, a native of New York, made her film debut in 1995's "Kids." Her credits also include "Sidewalks of New York" and "Men in Black 2." Dawson also is starring in "Descent," the first film she has produced, for director Talia Lugacy. The film will premiere in April at the Tribeca Film Festival. She will be seen later this year in "Killshot," directed by John Madden, and also is on tap for Rodriguez and Frank Miller's "Sin City 2."
Marc Anthony has been embarrassed by a photo he posed for with a photographer charged with heroin possession and child pornography.
DeMonaco’s eight-hour drama series “The Kill Pit,” begins production later this month in Pittsburgh, with Steve Shill (”The Sopranos”) directing the first four episodes. “Kill Pit,” revolves around a downtown bank robbery by a team of American Iraqi-War veterans. More than a dozen hostages from all walks of life are taken, ranging from the daughter of a business tycoon to an adulterous couple. Throughout the eight-hour event, viewers will follow the escalating action as the volatile soldiers plot their way out, the negotiator anticipates their moves and the hostages desperately try to survive. Time is critical and the game intensifies with surprising twists at every turn. John Leguizamo will play Wolf, the leader of the robbers, Donnie Wahlberg as Horst Cali and Jennifer Ferrin as Chloe.
SINGING idol Ricky Martin headlined at the 48th annual International Song Festival in Vina del Mar, Chile over the weekend. The Santiago Times reported that audiences were entertained with musical performances, a beauty competition, comic acts and other entertainment.
A BABY SHOWER, A JOB INTERVIEW AND A BOAT TRIP ?? While she is in the midst of planning Lane's (Keiko Agena) baby shower, Rory (Alexis Bledel) gets a long-awaited call from The New York Times offering her an informational interview. Lorelai (Lauren Graham) takes over the shower-planning duties, and finds herself brokering peace between Lane and Mrs. Kim (Emily Kuroda) over how Lane plans to raise her twins. Logan (Matt Czuchry) finally admits his business disaster to Rory, who offers him her full support, but when Logan announces that he is flying to Las Vegas to blow off steam with his old college pals Colin and Finn, Rory is disappointed and worried. When Luke (Scott Patterson) discovers that Liz (Kathleen Wilhoite) and T.J. (Michael DeLuise) are trying to sell his boat, he decides to make some changes in his life and take April (Vanessa Marano) on a long boat trip over the summer. Finally, Lane is put on bed-rest and must be wheeled through Stars Hollow in her bed to attend the shower at Miss Patty's (Liz Torres).
In a recent interview this week with LOST co-executive producers Kitsis and Horowitz confirmed that the rest of the third season is set to explore the backstories of Claire (Emilie de Ravin) and Sayid (Naveen Andrews), as well as the two new background survivors that have been gradually introduced this year, namely Paulo (Rodrigo Santoro) and Nikki (Kiele Sanchez).Here's a sneak clip of tomorrows episode with Kiele:
Rumors are spreading that Freddie Prinze Jr.'s wife of five years, actress Sarah Michelle Gellar best known for her role on Buffy the Vampire Slayer is expecting after spotted at a Elton John's Oscar Party wearing a loose dress.
From eonline.comAbout halfway through the show, Sara Ramirez’s commercial as the new Dove spokeswoman plays, and the entire VIP bunch starts clapping for their fellow Oscars viewer. “It’s so embarrassing,” the Grey’s Anatomy starlet says, as she turns away from the screen. Hey, there’s nothing to be shy about, considering she looks stunning. But she doesn’t have to worry for long, because Jai quickly grabs everyone’s attention. “Shhh!!! Celine’s on!” he exclaims. His gays sit and listen, and I take that as my cue to sneak over to the Abbey for The Envelope Please 6th Annual Oscar Party.
Ricky Martin is selling his Florida waterfront mansion for a crisp $16.9 million. The ginormous Mediterranean style crib features 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. The Miami palace boasts a few famous neighbors too; Matt Damon and Shakira.If it's a cult, it's the best cult I've ever seen. It's a nice cult, I'm proud to lead a cult like this.Riight buddy, here's the interview:
Frankie Muniz, was spotted yesterday at the Auto Club 500 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series race sporting the Mohawk hairdo. The reporter of the sighting stated he looked like a young Xtreme skateboarder.
Freddie Prinze Jr. will star in CBS'comedy pilot, Atlanta. From Paul Reiser, the show revolves around a funny and charming ad executive (Prinze) and a woman who meet at a funeral and can't stay away from each other, says The Hollywood Reporter.
In the oddball spirit of the Spirit Awards, several unusual musical numbers kept attendees' toes tapping. Taylor Dane sang a tribute to Little Miss Sunshine to the tune of "We Are Family,": "Screwed up family/Such dysfunctionality" and Rosario Dawson performed an ode to Half Nelson to the melody of "Son of a Preacher Man,": "The only one who reached out to me/ Was a crack-headed teacher man." By the show's the end, the sun was just sinking on the Pacific Ocean, leaving independent-minded revelers enough time to party and still get their pre-Oscar beauty sleep.
From R&B Week:
From the Oscar-winning writers of Crash and the writer of Million Dollar Baby comes the new NBC drama The Black Donnellys. The series follows the exploits of four young, working-class Irish-American brothers and their involvement in organized crime in New York City. The Donnelly brothers will do anything to protect each other against all odds. The story was inspired by writer Bobby Moresco’s experiences growing up in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. The cast includes: Jonathan Tucker, Billy Lush, Olivia Wilde, and Kirk Acevedo.
The Black Donnellys Premieres on the 26th of February 2007 at 10:04 PM on NBC.
Signs of chic already are creeping into a place once regarded for its laid-back funkiness. The 2-year-old Bravo Beach Hotel, whose minimalist lines were reshaped from a former hacienda house turned motel, sports Frette sheets and iPod docking stations in its nine guest rooms and villa. At Thanksgiving, actor Benicio Del Toro dined on the VIP terrace (the first VIP anything on the island), and its wine-tasting room and sushi bar host a New York City clientele that pops over for long weekends. New restaurants serving nouvelle Caribbean cuisine have joined spots dishing out typical rice-and-beans criolla fare.
