New Oscar Rules Limits Song Noms To 2 Per Film

June 19, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Last time around, the Oscar songs category was three times “Enchanted” — a trick that may never be repeated.

The number of original songs that can be nominated from a single movie will now be limited to two, according to a rule change by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The academy’s governors approved the change late Tuesday.

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George Clooney Jabs Brad Pitt Over Lack Of Oscar

April 9, 2008

LONDON, England --

George Clooney admitted he loves “gloating” about his Oscar win over buddy Brad Pitt

The “Leatherheads” star threw down a new gauntlet in the ongoing witty repartee between the two actors, during an interview with Britain’s GMTV anchor Penny Smith, which included a reference to his Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in “Syriana.”

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Gary Busey Apologizes For Accosting Jennifer Garner On Red Carpet

March 18, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Gary Busey has apologized for embracing Jennifer Garner on the red carpet at the Oscars last month.

During a live E! pre-show broadcast, Busey repeatedly interrupted while Ryan Seacrest was interviewing Garner and Laura Linney. At one point, Busey embraced Garner, who looked annoyed.

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Oscar-Winning 'English Patient' Director Anthony Minghella Dies

March 18, 2008

LONDON, England --

Anthony Minghella, who won an Oscar for "The English Patient" and directed such hit movies as "The Talented Mr. Ripley," "Cold Mountain" and "Truly Madly Deeply," has died. He was 54.

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Halle Berry Gives Birth To Baby Girl

March 17, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Halle Berry has given birth to a baby girl, a rep for the actress has confirmed to Access Hollywood.

Halle is “doing great,” her rep said.

The 41-year-old actress gave birth on Sunday morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

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Could Heath Ledger Earn A Posthumous Oscar Nomination For The Joker?

March 10, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The late Heath Ledger is garnering early buzz for his role as the Joker in the upcoming Christopher Nolan-directed "The Dark Knight,” but could his performance be Oscar-worthy?

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Rep: George Clooney Not Engaged

March 10, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Single ladies of the world rejoice – George Clooney has not lost his bachelor status, at least not yet.

Contrary to reports, Clooney has not popped the question to girlfriend Sarah Larson, a rep for the actor has confirmed to Access Hollywood.

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Marion Cotillard Tells Access Her 9/11 Comments 'Taken Completely Out Of Context'

March 3, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Marion Cotillard has found herself in the middle of a post-Oscar outrage concerning comments she made about a 9/11 conspiracy theory. The Oscar-winning actress tells Access Hollywood her comments — from a February 2007 interview on France's "Paris Premiere" cinema program, are not as they appear.

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Jessica Alba Reveals Childhood Pain In New Book

February 29, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

While Jessica Alba may be living a charmed life as a successful Hollywood actress, things weren’t always so easy for the star, as she revealed in a new book called “If I’d Known Then.”

In the book, which is comprised of a collection of essays and letters from notable women in their 20s and 30s to their younger selves, Alba revealed she was branded a "slut" as a child by a school administrator.

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Rep: Nicole Kidman Did Not Drink At Oscars

February 28, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Nicole Kidman’s rep has denied a report that the pregnant star drank wine at last week’s Oscars.

Find out what Nicole was actually drinking and what she did backstage at the ceremony.

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Valerie Bertinelli Talks Marrying Van Halen & Dating Spielberg

February 27, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Cute little Valerie Bertinelli was a mere 15-years-old when she burst on the scene in "One Day At A Time." Who knew, back then, that the now-47-year-old had so much action ahead of her?

Best known as squeaky-clean Barbara Jean on the TV show, Valerie is now clearing the air by making some candid confessions about her past.

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Miley Cyrus Goes Crazy For Ketchup On 'Tonight Show'

February 28, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The multi-talented Miley Cyrus unveiled one of her hidden habits during an appearance on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” – she likes to drink ketchup right from the bottle.

“You also drink ketchup, which seems odd,” Jay said to Miley, who was a guest on the show along with dad Billy Ray.

“There’s nothing odd about it,” the “Hannah Montana” star smiled. “It’s just good.”

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ROLL CALL: Madonna Not 'Enchanted' By Disney Tale & 'The Hills' Extended Trailer Drops With Extra Drama

February 27, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Madonna reportedly dishes the dirt with her fellow jurors and "The Hills" debuts an extended trailer of drama-filled moments from its upcoming new season!

Plus, the Whoopi Oscar snub is finally resolved and Tyra and Ashton team up for a reality show.

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Oscar Producer Apologies For Whoopi 'Oversight'

February 26, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

An emotional Whoopi Goldberg said she was upset after being left out of an Oscars montage, showing hosts of the famed awards show over the years.

And now, Oscar producer Gil Cates is offering his apology, calling Whoopi’s absence an “absolute oversight.”

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'Sorry' Madonna, No Jury Duty For You

February 26, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

After staying out late at a post-Oscars party, Madonna performed her civic duty on Monday, turning up for jury duty.

Find out what happened when she hit the courthouse.

Plus, new details on who will be inducting her into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

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Whoopi Goldberg Emotional After Being Left Out Of Oscar Montage

February 25, 2008

NEW YORK, New York --

Whoopi Goldberg seemed sad and choked up on "The View" Monday when her fellow co-hosts discussed how she was not included in a montage featuring Oscar hosts during the AcademyAwards telecast.

She hosted the event in 1994, 1996, 1999 and 2002.

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Katherine Heigl Talks Oscar Style, Baby Plans & Having Jack Nicholson Call Her 'Sugar'

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Her gorgeous red dress won Katherine Heigl Access Hollywood’s number one Style Star award.

When Nancy O’Dell delivered the news personally, Kathryn opened up about her star-studded evening, getting called "sugar" by Jack Nicholson and how she's almost ready for baby.

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Ryan Seacrest, Gary Busey Talk Odd Oscars Encounter

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Following their awkward-to-say-the-least red carpet run-in, Ryan Seacrest and Gary Busey take to the airwaves to discuss the encounter.

But why did Gary call Ryan a “champion of honesty?”

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Tilda Swinton On Her Clooney Bat Jab, Giving

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

She only just won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, but already, Brit Tilda Swinton has given it away.

Just as she promised to do on stage at Sunday night’s Academy Awards, the flame-haired actress gave her gold statute to her agent, Brian Swardstrom.

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Sarah Larson On Hitting The Oscars Red Carpet With George Clooney

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Last night, George Clooney added some major star power to the 2008 Oscars red carpet and he did it with girlfriend Sarah Larson on his arm.

The "Michael Clayton" Oscar nominee drew some of the loudest screams as he sauntered his way in, but what was it like for Sarah? Find out what George's first lady told Access!

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Where Was Tom Cruise During The Oscars

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

While ex-wife Nicole Kidman and ex-girlfriend Penelope Cruz both dazzled at the Academy Awards on Sunday, Tom Cruise and wife Katie Holmes were nowhere to be seen.

So where was one of Hollywood's most notorious leading men this weekend?

The answer (and more pictures), inside!

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Oscar New Couple Alert: Sean Penn & Supermodel Petra Nemcova

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Sean Penn is back in the dating pool, taking a dive into the deep end of couple-dom with supermodel Petra Nemcova at a slew of Oscar weekend events.

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Did Oscars Pull Worst Ratings Ever?

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The Oscars are a ratings dud.

Nielsen Media Research says preliminary ratings for the 80th annual Academy Awards telecast are 14 percent lower than the least-watched ceremony ever.

Nielsen said Monday that overnight ratings are also 21 percent lower than last year, when "The Departed" was named best picture.

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ROLL CALL: International Stars, Red Dresses & New Couples Reign At Oscar 2008

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The biggest night in film was full of international delights. For the first time in over 40 years, the acting awards were swept by international stars. But we know what you're really wondering — who dazzled and who looked frazzled!

Plus, Penn and Petra & Clooney and girlfriend heat up a soggy Oscars.

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Oscar Goes International; All Four Leads Are European

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

It was a tough year to be an American at the Academy Awards. For the first time since 1965, all four acting trophies were awarded to non-American actors.

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'No Country For Old Men' Wins Big At Oscars

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The Coen brothers completed their journey from the fringes to Hollywood's mainstream on Sunday, their crime saga "No Country for Old Men" winning four Academy Awards, including best picture, in a ceremony that also featured a strong international flavor.

Javier Bardem won for supporting actor in "No Country," which earned Joel and Ethan Coen best director, best adapted screenplay and the best-picture honor as producers.

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Gary Busey Causes A Stir On Oscar's Red Carpet

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Gary Busey lived up to his reputation by strangely crashing Ryan Seacrest's interviews on the Academy Awards red carpet.

While Seacrest was interviewing Jennifer Garner and Laura Linney on the live E! pre-show broadcast, Busey repeatedly interrupted.

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Now Hear This: Notable Quotes From The Oscars

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Quotes from Sunday night's 80th annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles:

"George Clooney, you know, the seriousness and the dedication to your art, seeing you climb into that rubber batsuit from `Batman & Robin' — the one with the nipples, every morning under your costume, on the set, off the set, hanging upside-down at lunch — you rock man." — Tilda Swinton, thanking "Michael Clayton" co-star George Clooney after winning best supporting actress trophy.

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"I'm speechless. … Thank you life. Thank you love. It is true there (are) some angels in this city." — Marion Cotillard, after winning best-actress Oscar for "La Vie en Rose."

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Access Hollywood Picks The Best & Worst Dressed Oscar Stars

February 25, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. --

Red & black gowns were the theme for the night.

But who was Best Dressed and who committed a fashion faux pas?!

Access Hollywood's Style Team breaks it down for you!

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Handicapping The Oscars Broadcast

February 25, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. --

Late for the first part of the ceremony?! The Access Hollywood news desk has what you might have missed!

Click inside for an account of tonight's ceremony!

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Access Inside The Kodak: Blogging The Oscars

February 25, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. --

Access Hollywood producer Michael Lewittes is inside the 80th Annual Academy Awards, and he's bringing you updates throughout this evening.

Keep checking back here for all of his access insights!

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7:48 PM — Wesley Snipes and I just talked a little. Asked him how he was to have the IRS issue over. He said, he was, "much relieved." And when I pressed whether it was a good feeling, he gave an emphatic, "Hell yeah!" He's looking forward to getting back to the business of making movies.

8:01 PM — Just talked with Steve Guttenberg and Marlee Matlin and asked them who's going to win. Marlee said she was, and when I asked who was going down in flames, she pointed to Guttenberg. Very cute rapport. She said he'll lose so he can vote for her. Guttenberg and I talked about living for the moment. He lost his labrador of 15 years two nights ago, but is taking it OK. He said he won't get another dog.

8:10 PM — Tilda Swinton and her boyfriend hit the bar. She enjoyed a celebratory glass of white wine.

8:16 PM — It was a little big surprising that there was only one or two super brief claps when Tom Hanks said the "Best Short Documetary" would be announced by servicemen and servicewoman in Iraq.

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Despite Snub, Best Song Co-Winner Granted Spontaneous Oscar Acceptance Speech

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

It could've gone down as one of the harshest moments in Oscar history. The orchestra swelled just as petite Best Original Song co-winner Marketa Irglova stepped up to the microphone to speak following partner Glen Hansard. The pair won for their tune "Falling Slowly" from the indie musical "Once," but only Hansard gave an acceptance before their moment in the spotlight seemed to be over.

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The Complete List Of 80th Annual Academy Awards Winners

February 25, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. --

Here's the complete list of winners at the 80th annual Academy Awards, presented Sunday night at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Jimmy Kimmel Exposes His 'Bromance' With Ben Affleck

February 26, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Earlier this month, comedian Sarah Silverman revealed she was “f***ing Matt Damon,” live on boyfriend Jimmy Kimmel’s show and last night, the late night talk show host got his revenge, revealing he’s been “f***ing Ben Affleck.”

Find out which stars took part in the video!

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Stars Show Off Glowing Oscar Baby Bumps

February 24, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The hottest accessory on this year's Oscar red carpet was carried beneath the designer gowns.

Nicole Kidman, Jessica Alba and most noticeably Cate Blanchett brought baby bumps to the Academy Awards. And though Angelina Jolie was nowhere to be found, hers got a big shout-out from host Jon Stewart, who noted the number of actresses who are expecting.

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Oscars Fashion Report: Stars Seeing Red

February 24, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The best word to describe the red-carpet fashion at the Academy Awards: red.

Katherine Heigl, Helen Mirren, Miley Cyrus, Julie Christie, Ruby Dee, Anne Hathaway and Heidi Klum were among the stars in red gowns Sunday night at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Dish Of Salt: Blogging The Oscars Red Carpet

February 25, 2008

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. --

AccessHollywood.com's Laura "Dish of Salt" Saltman was on the red carpet at the 80th Annual Academy Awards.

Check inside to read her entire Blog.

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4:53 PM — A very, very, very pregnant Cate Blanchett poses in an interesting halter gown. It can't be fun being that pregnant and having to find a dress.

4:56 PM — Renee Zellweger's silver sequined Carolina Herrera gown is pretty but did she even brush her hair before hitting the red carpet. It's all over the place. She does have great arms though.

5:00 PM — Diane Lane & Josh Brolin are seemingly the last to arrive. Josh plants a sweet kiss on Diane's temple.

5:05 PM — As crews begin to break down and the red carpet action is over, Nicole Kidman's publicist tells us that she is stuck in traffic.

5:15 PM -- Nicole Kidman finally arrives with her husband Keith Urban. This is the first time she has brought him to the Oscars since they have been together. She looks lovely in black satin. Her baby bump is very slight but noticeable for sure. She waves to the fans that are screaming for her. As they pose she whispers sweetly in Keith's in ear. She towers over him by several inches.

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Hollywood Goes Green For Oscars

February 24, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The Oscars will keep up with the Hollywood trend of going green when the 80th Academy Awards kicks off on Sunday.

Academy President Sid Ganis announced on Friday that the ceremony is involved in using “ecologically intelligent practices” for the ceremony, an initiative they are carrying out in collaboration with the Natural Resources Defense Council, a non-partisan environmental and advocacy organization.

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Elton John Hits High Note With Oscar After Party

February 25, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

With Vanity Fair sitting out this year's celebrations, the belle of the Oscars parties was a piano playing Elton John.

The 60-year-old singer's 16th annual viewing dinner and after-party benefiting the Elton John AIDS Foundation topped other bashes Sunday, with 750 guests and a bevy of A-list stars who sipped cocktails and feasted on a four-course meal under the Pacific Design Center's red-draped tent.

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Murphy & Lohan Rule The Razzies

February 23, 2008

SANTA MONICA, Calif. --

A year after his Academy Awards dream went up in smoke, Eddie Murphy has not just one consolation prize, but three: Razzie Awards as worst actor, supporting actor and supporting actress for the comedy "Norbit."

The fourth acting "dis-honor" announced at Saturday's Golden Raspberry Awards went to Lindsay Lohan.

Find out who else won!

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Top Ten Most Memorable Oscar Speeches

February 23, 2008

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Every year the Oscars roll around and we look forward to seeing who will win and what the stars will wear. But occasionally — in good years anyway --we get a memorable speech out of the Awards themselves. Below is our list of the most memorable Oscar speeches (in chronological order).

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Q&A With Oscar Host Jon Stewart

February 23, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Jon Stewart will helm the Oscars for the second time this coming Sunday.

The host of Comedy Central’s "The Daily Show,” spoke with Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson during his run up to the big night. The funnyman opened up about who might be on the receiving end of his jokes, what changes are being made to the ceremony this year and what his backup plan was, had the Oscars not made it this year.

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Oscar Excitement Builds In Hollywood

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Inside the Kodak Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, a bevy of activity is going on as the hours tick down to Oscar’s big night on Sunday.

But there are also plenty of Oscar pre-parties and Access Hollywood is there with all the star action!

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Ellen Page Tells Barbara Walters She Doesn't Deserve The Oscar

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Once again, Barbara Walters interviews Hollywood's hottest celebrities for her 27th Annual Oscar edition of "The Barbara Walters Special," airing Sunday on ABC.

This year, Barbara sits down with upcoming "Indiana Jones" star Harrison Ford, "Ugly Betty's" Vanessa Williams, teen mega-star Miley Cyrus, and 2008 Academy Award nominee Ellen Page.

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Oscars 2008: Gawking For Guy Candy

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

This year marks the 80th anniversary of Hollywood’s biggest night, the Academy Awards, and while the women usually make the headlines for their fabulous fashions, some of us prefer to gawk at the guys.

So which gentlemen will have Access Hollywood craning our necks to get a glimpse of on the red carpet? Find out as we present our list of the "Top Guy Candy of Oscars 2008!"

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Hollywood Preps For Oscar Night

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

As film's biggest night approaches, Access Hollywood's own Shaun Robinson and Tony Potts are on the scene at the Kodak Theater bringing the details on the 80th Annual Academy Awards.

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Madonna & Demi Moore Throw Last-Minute Oscar Bash

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Leave it to Madonna and Demi Moore to pick up where Vanity Fair left off, as the icons of music and screen are filling the post-Oscar party gaps left by the canceled Oscar parties.

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MovieMantz: Oscars Predictions 2008

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The biggest night in Hollywood almost didn’t happen at all – at least, not in the traditional sense – but now that the writers strike is over, it will be business as usual on Sunday, February 24, at the 80th Academy Awards!

So, if you're in an Oscar pool, have no fear; I'm here to help!

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Oscar's Top Ten Most Memorable Gowns

February 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Although the Academy Awards are about movies, some of the most memorable moments each year are all about fashion. With the Oscars just days away, we're running down the most fabulous, and flub-ulous, gowns from Oscar's past in chronological order…

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Michael Moore: Bringing Fidel Castro To The Oscars?

February 21, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

"Sicko" director Michael Moore jokes that Fidel Castro would be a "ratings grabber" at Sunday night's Academy Awards show.

Moore's Oscar-nominated documentary on the health-care industry concludes with a trip to Cuba, where he seeks care for a group of 9/11 responders who have experienced health problems.

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George Clooney: The Hillary Clinton Of The Oscars?

February 21, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

For anyone getting ready to fill out their Oscar predictions, George Clooney has one piece of advice – don’t bet on “Michael Clayton.”

Clooney (who swears he has never lost an Oscar pool) offered up his picks for this year’s Academy Awards. And while the actor offered praise for his own film, he didn’t think “Michael Clayton” stood much of a chance in most of the categories.

But why does Clooney compare himself to Hillary Clinton for this year's Oscars? And who does he say is Barack Obama?

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Salma Hayek, Adrian Grenier Among The Stars At Global Green's Annual Pre-Oscar Party

February 21, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Salma Hayek, Oliver Stone, Bill Maher and Adrian Grenier were among the stars who toasted Hollywood's commitment to the environment at the 5th annual Global Green pre-Oscar party.

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Mary J. Blige To Perform At Elton John's Oscar Party

February 20, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Two longtime AIDS activists are seeking to make beautiful music together on Oscar night: Mary J. Blige will join Elton John on stage for a duet at John's AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party Sunday.

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Access Hollywood's Shaun Robinson To Co-host Oscar’s Red Carpet Show

February 15, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Access Hollywood's own Shaun Robinson will join host Regis Philbin and co-host Samantha Harris to co-host the official 30-minute red carpet arrivals show preceding the 80th Academy Awards.

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Kidman, Clooney, Latifah & Cyrus Lined Up As Oscar Presenters

February 14, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Nicole Kidman, Queen Latifah, Cameron Diaz and Miley Cyrus are among he presenters for the 80th Oscar ceremony, the Academy announced oday.

Read on for details on the other stars heading to the presenter podium. Plus, new information about the musical numbers set for the big night!

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WGA Votes On Whether To End Strike

February 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The power to put the entertainment industry back to work was in the hands of Writers Guild of America members Tuesday as they voted on whether to end their 3-month strike after a tentative contract deal was reached.

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ROLL CALL: Britney The Dance Teacher & Nicolas Cage Accused Of Chihuahua-Napping

February 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Britney teaches the kids some signature dance moves, while Kathleen Turner's new autobiography has Nicolas Cage barking mad!

Plus, Who gave Paris Hilton the cold shoulder on Grammy night? Is Jamie Lynn Spears still with her baby's father? Reality TV gets another actress chronicling her life! And Babs announces her Oscar Night guest list.

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Vanity Fair Cancels Oscar Bash

February 5, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The writers strike may be over by the time the Oscars roll around, but at least one organization has decided that a celebration isn’t in order – Vanity Fair.

The magazine announced today that they are canceling their annual Oscar party, according to columnist Nikki Finke.

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A Possible End To The Writer's Strike?

February 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Could your favorite television shows be returning before the end of the season? Will the Oscars include all the glitz and glam we're used to? A possible end to the strike could get Hollywood back up on its feet.

A Possible End To The Writer's Strike?

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Ellen Page, George Clooney Party At Oscar Luncheon

February 4, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --


Cate Blanchett was missing in action, but George Clooney, Viggo Mortensen and Hollywood's new darling, Ellen Page, partied with more than 100 other nominees at today's Oscars luncheon in Beverly Hills.

Find out who made it, who didn't and what the stars think of their nominations, inside!

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MovieMantz: Oscar Predictions 2008; Cut to the Chase

February 1, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

I don’t know about you, but I’m kind of digging the peripheral effect the Writers Strike is having on all the awards shows this season.

I, for one, would not mind one bit if the Oscars kept it tight and lean, but on the other hand, we are talking about the Oscars here, and it would be a crying shame if “the biggest night in Hollywood” could not live up to its well-deserved reputation. Yes, we all know what that means – tons of nonsensical questions to the well-dressed attendees on the red carpet. But in the end, the awards themselves will prevail, especially if the winners in the major categories shape up to look something like this —

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'There Will Be Blood' & 'No Country for Old Men' Lead Oscar Nominations

January 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The Academy Award nominations are here! Who got the nod and who got snubbed?

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Stars React To Oscar Nominations

January 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Find out what the stars have to say now that the nominees have been revealed for the 80th Academy Awards!

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Complete List: 2008 Oscar Nominees

January 22, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

The full list of all nominees for the 80th Academy Awards, to be handed out on February 24th.

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The 80th Academy Awards Poster Is Revealed

January 16, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Check out the poster for the upcoming Oscars!

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Oscars & Grammys Hang In The Balance As Strike Rages On

January 16, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --


Will the biggest nights for film & music be stripped of their star power? Or even happen at all?

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Orson Welles’ ‘Citizen Kane’ Oscar Heading for Auction

October 16, 2007

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NEW YORK, NY (October 16, 2007) — Orson Welles’ 1941 Oscar for “Citizen Kane,” considered one of the greatest movies of all time, will go on the auction block in December.

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Carell, Aniston & Hudson Invited To Join Oscar Group

June 18, 2007

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. (June 18, 2007) — Eddie Murphy, Jennifer Aniston, Steve Carell and Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson have been asked to join Hollywood’s most exclusive club.

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Oscar Winner Mirren Turns Down Invitation To Dine With Queen

May 7, 2007

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LONDON (May 7, 2007) — The queen won’t be meeting “The Queen” just yet.

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Oscar After Parties: The Stars Were Out!

February 26, 2007

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WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (February 26, 2007) — A global mix of British stars, Hispanic ingenues, hip-hop royalty, politicos and Oscar winners united under one language at this year’s Academy Awards parties: glamour.

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Oscars 2007: Complete List Of Winners

February 26, 2007

LOS ANGELES --

LOS ANGELES (February 25, 2007) — Complete list of winners at the 79th annual Academy Awards, presented Sunday night at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles:

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Scorsese Wins First Oscar For ‘The Departed’

February 26, 2007

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LOS ANGELES (February 25, 2007) — It took 26 years, six directing nominations and two screenplay nominations, but Martin Scorsese finally has his Oscar.

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Al Gore Soaks Up Oscar Spotlight

February 25, 2007

LOS ANGELES --

LOS ANGELES (February 25, 2007) — The documentary that turned former vice president Al Gore’s power-point presentation on global warming into an engaging and entertaining film won the Oscar Sunday night.

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Oscar Fashion: Stars Make Statements, Not Safe Choices

February 25, 2007

LOS ANGELES --

Queen Latifah and Rinko Kikuchi were among the few stars in black — and they both looked great. Latifah’s gown was Carmen Marc Valvo’s feminine twist on a tuxedo made completely of strips of silk ribbon, while Kikuchi had on a streamlined strapless gown, a far cry from her pompom fiasco at the Golden Globes.

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Thank-You Cam Lets Oscar Winners Go On And On And….

February 26, 2007

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LOS ANGELES (February 26, 2007) — Who knows? If not for the new “Thank-You Cam,” Sunday night’s nearly four-hour Oscar telecast might have run six hours.

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Oscars: ‘Departed,’ Whitaker, Mirren Win Big

February 26, 2007

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LOS ANGELES (February 25, 2007) — Martin Scorsese’s mob epic “The Departed” won best picture at the Academy Awards on Sunday and earned the filmmaker the directing prize that had eluded him throughout his illustrious career.

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Ellen Ready For Her Oscar Close-Up

February 16, 2007

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BURBANK, Calif. (February 16, 2007) — On Feb. 25, Ellen DeGeneres will make good on a six-year-dream.

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Hollywood Gets A Facelift For Oscars

February 9, 2007

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LOS ANGELES (February 8, 2007) — Some of Hollywood’s most famous stars are getting facelifts before the Academy Awards.

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It’s A Love-Fest Luncheon For The Oscar Nominees!

February 6, 2007

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Double-nominee Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu, director and producer of best-picture nominee “Babel,” snapped photos of his colleagues with a pocket-sized digital camera. DiCaprio smiled with Scorsese as Melissa Etheridge talked with Spielberg. Peter O’Toole looked pleased, sitting happily in the front row with his arms around Cruz and former Paramount chief Sherry Lansing, who will receive the academy’s Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.

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Oscar Fashion: A Celebration Of Classic Gowns

January 9, 2007

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“They wouldn’t give it to us,” Ziskin said.

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‘Departed,’ ‘Flags’ Early Oscar Favorites

November 29, 2006

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LOS ANGELES (November 29, 2006) — Timing isn’t everything when it comes to the Academy Awards — but it helps.

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Oscar Freebies Come At A Cost

August 17, 2006

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WASHINGTON (August 17, 2006) — Movie stars enjoying the lavish gift bags handed out at this year’s Oscars will get some decidedly unglamorous notices: don’t forget to pay tax on the windfall.

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