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    The Young Prince Caspian, Narnia’s rightful heir to the throne

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    ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian’ in theaters May 16th, 2008

 
 
 
 
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    Ben Barnes in 'Prince Caspian'

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    Ben Barnes and Anna Popplewell at the ‘Prince Caspian’ NYC premiere

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    The Young Prince Caspian, Narnia’s rightful heir to the throne

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    ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian’ in theaters May 16th, 2008

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Rising Star: Ben Barnes

May 08, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Ben Barnes might not be a household name just yet, but landing the lead role as Prince Caspian in Disney’s second installment of “The Chronicles of Narnia” franchise is about to change everything for the young actor.

Fans might recognize Ben from his role in the fantasy romp “Stardust,” and theatergoers lucky enough to catch him in the London West End production of “History Boys” already have a taste for the talents of AccessHollywood.com’s newest Rising Star.

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Rising Star: Taylor Momsen

Apr 30, 2008

NEW YORK, New York --

The socialites of New York’s Upper East Side have officially been put on notice – there’s a new developing diva in town and you can just call her “Little J.”

So far on the new season of “Gossip Girl,” viewers have watched as young Jenny Humphrey (played by rising star Taylor Momsen) stepped out of the shadows and firmly into the forefront as a new fierce force to be reckoned with.

But how exactly did this 14-year-old Hollywood up-and-comer from St. Louis make it on to one of the hottest shows on TV?

Actually, it all started with chicken.

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Rising Star: Russell Brand

Apr 17, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Earlier this week, funnyman Russell Brand took a break from a Los Angeles set where he has been filming a part in Adam Sandler’s upcoming movie, “Bedtime Stories,” to share some side-splitting tales a person usually has to pay good money to hear.

The lanky actor, stand-up comedian and British TV and radio host plays Sandler’s sidekick in the film and while that is no small feat, by the time “Bedtime Stories” hits the theaters, you’ll already be quite familiar with Access Hollywood Rising Star Russell Brand.

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Rising Star: Henry Cavill

Apr 03, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

In an interview with Access Hollywood, Henry Cavill opens up about what’s in store for his fans this season on “The Tudors,” and what to expect from his big screen endeavors.

Meet Access Hollywood’s latest Rising Star!

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Rising Star: Jim Sturgess

Mar 20, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

With a breakout role embodying a character inspired by a Beatles song, Hollywood was bound to take notice of Jim Sturgess. Currently starring in the casino caper “21,” this actor’s star power is only getting brighter.

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Rising Star: Leona Lewis

Mar 06, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

She’s already conquered her native Britain, and now, Rising Star Leona Lewis is ready to take over America.

And take over she will, especially if “American Idol’s” Simon Cowell has his way. The “American Idol” judge has had a heavy hand in her short-lived, but already monumental career, which is beginning to take flight stateside.

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Rising Star: Ferras

Feb 20, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Two years ago, Daniel Powter’s “Bad Day” became the song that closed "Idol" each evening. Last year it was Chris Daughtry’s compelling tune, “Home.”

And this year, for Hollywood week anyway, “American Idol’s” theme belonged to another new artist — 25-year-old Ferras — and his anthem, “Hollywood’s Not America.”

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Access Rising Star: Summer Glau

Feb 12, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

While plenty of America’s favorite shows were forced to shut down production due to the Writer’s Guild of America strike, the primetime schedule hasn’t fully become immersed in reality thanks to shows like Fox’s "Terminator: The Sarah Conor Chronicles."

Making the show one to watch, is sci-fi beauty and Access Hollywood Rising Star Summer Glau, who takes on the "Terminator" role first made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger. This time around though, the terminator is teenage and female.

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Rising Star: Saoirse Ronan

Jan 29, 2008

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Get to know Saoirse Ronan, the young actress Hollywood is taking notice of. Access Hollywood's latest Rising Star has nabbed an Oscar nomination for "Atonement," putting her in a league of acting icons. Meet the girl who Peter Jackson chose as the lead in his next film.

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Rising Star: Kate Nash

Jan 17, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Meet plucky young British chanteuse Kate Nash!

Naughty girls who need new anthems about bad boyfriends and make-out sessions need to look no further than plucky London chanteuse Kate Nash, Access Hollywood’s latest Rising Star.

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Rising Star: AnnaLynne McCord

Dec 12, 2007

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McCord’s portrayal of the troubled, sexed-up young girl has made fans of the show both love and hate her all at once.

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Access Rising Star: Ellen Page

Nov 30, 2007

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Ellen describes her newest film as a ” hilarious, wonderful, corky, fantastic, story.” Juno also stars Michael Cera of “Superbad” fame, along with Jennifer Garner and Jason Bateman.

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Access Rising Star: Dana Davis Of ‘Heroes’

Nov 12, 2007

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She had a role in the Samuel L. Jackson fronted “Coach Carter,” and starred opposite perky blonde, Hilary Duff in the emotional, teenage tale, “Raise Your Voice.” In the 2004 film, Davis, who played scholarship music kid Denise Gilmore, used her own musical abilities as part of her role.

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Rising Star: Alex O’Loughlin Of ‘Moonlight’

Oct 25, 2007

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It’s thanks to O’Loughlin though, that new fans are flocking to the show as weeks pass. For starters, the one time contender for the role of James Bond (which went to Daniel Craig) is playing a heroic guy, caught up in plenty of action. He’s also involved in plenty of shirtless scenes as Access Hollywood found out when we interviewed the arousing Aussie.

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Rising Star: ‘Life’s’ Sarah Shahi

Oct 10, 2007

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Shahi’s character, Rees, has plenty of troubles of her own. In the first few episodes, viewers learn Rees got stuck with Crews because of a previous drug problem that sent her to rehab. Her character might also be a sex addict too.

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Rising Star: Anna Friel Of ‘Pushing Daisies’

Sep 27, 2007

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Plus, there is the all too sticky matter of who killed Chuck, to deal with.

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Rising Star: ‘Gossip Girl’s’ Blake Lively

Sep 13, 2007

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. (September 13, 2007) – She’s best known for playing Bridget in “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,” but in a matter of days, actress Blake Lively will be your favorite “Gossip Girl.”

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Rising Star: Hunter Parrish

Aug 29, 2007

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And after an intense cliffhanger last year, what can fans expect to see as Season Three unfolds?

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Rising Star: Sean Kingston

Aug 09, 2007

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A sample lyric from Kingston’s infectious summer song? How about these curse-word free lines:

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Rising Star: Andy Samberg

Jul 26, 2007

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The funny film is poised to capture the attention of young America, looking for laughs and an on-screen love interest, which pairs Samberg opposite Australian beauty, and Sacha Baron Cohen’s soon-to-be missus, Isla Fisher.

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Access Rising Star: ‘Hairspray’s’ Nikki Blonsky

Jul 11, 2007

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Though she auditioned for the Broadway version of the musical, longing to give her take on Tracy to the world, she was sadly, shot down. Trolling the Internet one day not long after, the wannabe actress stumbled across an ad looking for auditions tapes from potential new Tracy’s for the big screen adaptation of the teen’s tale.

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Access Rising Star: Megan Fox

Jun 18, 2007

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She’s barely 21, but the July 3rd release of “Transformers” has turned Megan Fox into a major star.

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Access Rising Star: Seth Rogen

Jun 05, 2007

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Two summers ago, Seth Rogen was the one who outed budding movie star Steve Carell as a "The 40-Year-Old Virgin." But now this summer, it's Seth who is breaking out with big laughs, a lot of heart and as people who see "Knocked Up" can attest to — a little skin.

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