February 22, 2010

Robert Pattinson: 2010 BAFTA Awards Stud

Looking oh-so-handsome, Robert Pattinson was spotted on the red carpet just ahead of the annual BAFTA Awards ceremony in London, England on Sunday (February 21).

Always a crowd pleaser, the “Twilight” hunk graciously smiled for cameras and adoring fans while giving a few quick interviews to press.

Although he was not nominated this year, Mr Pattinson will be presenting one of the British Academy Film Awards at tonight’s show.

Meanwhile, rumored girlfriend Kristen Stewart is up for the Orange Rising Star Award against Carey Mulligan, Jesse Eisenberg, Nicholas Hoult and Tahar Rahim.

Joely Richardson Supports Mom at BAFTAs

Supporting her mother, Joely Richardson showed off her beauty as she arrived at the Royal Opera House in London, England on Sunday (February 21).

Making her way through the arrivals area, the blonde beauty strolled alongside mom Vanessa Redgrave ahead of the Orange British Academy Film Awards.

Clad in a dark blue Katherine Walker gown, Joely and Vanessa smiled for fans and photogs as they did their best to keep sheltered from the rain under an umbrella.

During the evening ceremony, Miss Redgrave is lined up to receive an Academy Fellowship - a prestigious annual award “in recognition of outstanding achievement in the art forms of the moving image”.

Dakota Fanning: Villa Blanca Birthday Dinner

Out for a celebratory evening, Dakota Fanning enjoyed an early birthday dinner with her family and friends in Beverly Hills on Saturday (February 20).

Looking darling in a white dress, the “New Moon” cutie laughed as she exited he swanky Villa Blanca restaurant following her meal.

Miss Fanning, who has a new movie called “The Runaways” hitting theaters on March 19th, turns 16-years-old on Tuesday, February 23rd.

The blonde beauty was asked if she was getting a car for her birthday, to which she replied, “I don’t even have a learners permit yet.”

Kristen Stewart: Rising Star Award Winner

Coming out on top of the pack, Kristen Stewart was a big winner at the Orange British Academy Film Awards in London on Sunday (February 21).

The Bella Swan babe smiled as she posed with her Orange rising star award in front of the winners boards at The Royal Opera House.

The “New Moon” actress beat out fellow nominees including Carey Mulligan, Jesse Eisenberg, Nicholas Hoult and Tahar Rahim.

Prior to the event, Kristen told press, “If I win, I’m gonna be like, ‘Carey, Jesse, suck it up—’cause I think Tahar should have won.’”

Jennifer Garner: Gospel Brunch Beauty

Doing her part to make the world a better place, Jennifer Garner stepped out for the “I Have a Dream” Foundation’s 12th Annual Gospel Brunch in West Hollywood on Sunday (February 21).

Held at the House of Blues, the “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past” beauty joined former MLB slugger Dave Winfield in passing out the Dream Keeper Awards.

Having recently finished up promotions for “Valentine’s Day,” Jen is turning her attention to another film project titled “Butter” - which is the story of “a young orphan who, upon being adopted by a Midwestern family, discovers she has an uncanny talent for butter-carving.”

Talking about her latest endeavor, Miss Garner tells, “We are just about to get greenlit, so I will be diving into butter and learning how to fake it. I am sure we will have to hire professionals to make the final products but I’m looking forward to picking up some new skills. Maybe they will come in handy during a family holiday.”

Sienna Miller Steps Out for Twenty8Twelve

Showing off their latest looks, Sienna Miller and sister Savannah were hard at work at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2010 on Sunday (February 21).

The “ G.I. Joe” actress and her darling sis posed for pictures alongside their models at a Twenty8Twelve ‘Swimming Horses’ photocall session.

Earlier in the day, Sienna took time to check out good pal Matthew Williamson’s catwalk show from a front row seat.

Gushing about the display, Miss Miller told press, “I think it’s really exciting, because he’s totally evolved. The last couple of seasons he’s been heading in a totally new direction and I think this is cementing it.”

2010 BAFTA Awards: The Show, The Winners

Honoring the best and brightest in entertainment, the 2010 Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) took place in London, England on Sunday evening (February 21).

Held at the Royal Opera House, the big winner ended up being “The Hurt Locker” - which took home Best Director, Original Screenplay and Film on its way to six total awards.

Jennifer Love Hewitt: 80’s Birthday Bash

Celebrating in style, Jennifer Love Hewitt rang in her 31st birthday with an 80’s themed party in Toluca Lake on Sunday (February 21).

All decked out in her party appropriate attire, the “Ghost Whisperer” actress smiled as she joined a few friends while exiting her house to hop into an awaiting ride.

The birthday bash comes amidst continuing rumors that Miss Love Hewitt is planning to elope with her co-star beau Jamie Kennedy. A source recently told press: “Jennifer and Jamie are definitely planning on getting married, but she wants to elope because she was so humiliated over her broken engagement [to Ross McCall].

Tyler Grady vs. John Park: Semifinalist Showdown!

Popular, early opinion so far states that a woman will win American Idol.

But we can think of two singers that hope to prove that consensus wrong: Tyler Grady and John Park.

The former stood out during his initial audition in Boston because he performed with casts on both wrists, the result of a fall from a tree. He also impressed with his retro look and rendition of Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get It On."

Park, meanwhile, hasn't received a lot of air time just yet. He's a student at Northwestern University received unanimous approval for Hollywood after his audition in Chicago.

Look closely at the two men below. One of them might be the next American Idol...

Tyler Grady PhotoJohn Park Pic

Billy Corgan Addresses Jessica Simpson Relationship

Billy Corgan has commented on his relationship with Jessica Simpson for the first time ... and it appears as if that relationship is mostly, if not entirely musical.

"She asked me to help her out on the theme song for her new show [VH1's The Price of Beauty],” the Smashing Pumpkins frontman told the Chicago Tribune.

"She goes around the world to show how different people perceive beauty. In some cultures, bigger is better. In some, smaller is better. It's very interesting."

Corgan says that he ended up writing part of the theme song, which he describes as having "a little bit of an alternative rock edge, but it’s still very pop-y."

The odd couple had fans scratching their heads last December after they were first spotted together in New York City. Rumors of a romance soon heated up.

Corgan ActionSeen Better Days

Weirdest non-couple ever! [Photos: PacificCoastNewsOnline.com]

From what we've read and heard, there were feelings from both sides, although the extent to which Billy Corgan and Jessica Simpson were romantic is unclear.

And as far as celebrity gossip reports are concerned, he could not care less. "The stuff I’ve seen doesn’t have any bearing to the reality that I'm in," he says.

"It's like living a cartoon. It has nothing to do with what’s really going on."

A bit coy, but definitely honest. Which is about what you would expect.

Jessica Simpson aside, what's left for a '90s rock god to do in his career?

“I just signed a deal to write my memoir,” he said. “Next year. It’s a memoir about life from a spiritual perspective – not from a media or celeb perspective.”

Happy Birthday, Ashley Greene!

What a difference a year makes.

On February 21, 2009, we did not wish Ashley Greene a happy birthday. In fact, we had not even written a single article about the actress at that point.

But now we're excited send best wishes to the Twilight Saga star on her 22nd birthday and we encourage readers to do the same.

Over the last few months, Greene has exploded onto the celebrity gossip scene, mostly due to her role as Alice Cullen in Twilight and New Moon; but a series of naked photos didn't hurt her fame, either.

She may be fully clothed in the montage below, but these pictures are still worth a look or two dozen...

Ashley G.

Scotty Lago Leaves Vancouver Olympics After Racy Photo Controversy

Snowboarder Scotty Lago bolted the Winter Olympics after a racy photo surfaced of him inviting girls to kiss his bronze medal. While it hung around his waist.

The third-place finisher in the men's halfpipe snowboarding event voluntarily left after the risque photos of a woman kissing and biting his ... medal surfaced.

The 22-year-old free spirit was snapped with his bronze medal around his waist and the hardware hung over his groin area on a public street late Thursday.

Pretty rad display all around. A second shot showed a woman biting the medal, but this time Scotty Lago held it up by the logo on his Team USA T-shirt.

Hey, a dude's gotta celebrate.

Scotty Lago Picture

KISS OFF: Snowboarder Scotty Lago is in hot water with the U.S. Olympic Committee and Snowboard Association after inviting the ladies to kiss deez bronze medalz.

In response to the controversy, Lago apologized to the U.S. Olympic Committee and the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association, which required its athletes to attend a special program prior to the games to avoid potential PR nightmares.

That was time well spent! Association President and CEO Bill Marolt said:

"Scotty Lago is a great athlete, but with that talent comes a responsibility of proper conduct, and his involvement in this situation is not acceptable."

"With that said, Scotty realizes that his conduct was inappropriate. He has formally apologized and also made a decision to leave Vancouver today."

Reports say his "voluntary" departure was prompted by an ultimatum from the U.S. Olympic Committee: say you're sorry and go or we kick you out.

No further action against the Seabrook, N.H. native appears likely. In other Olympics news, how about those Lindsey Vonn photos?! Hot damn!

Andrew Koenig Reported Missing

Actor Andrew Koenig, who starred on Growing Pains back in the day, has been reported missing, the Vancouver Police say. He has not been seen in a week.

Koenig, who played Mike Seaver's (Kirk Cameron) pal Boner, was supposed to be on a flight back to the United States on February 16, but did not check in.

He was reportedly last seen a week ago. His parents have described their son as "suffering from depression" and "not doing good" in the last few weeks.

Judy and Walter Koenig (who played Pavel Chekov in the Star Trek series) say they last heard from Andrew February 9. They also say his cell phone is off.

Andrew Koenig Picture

We're hoping for the safe return of Andrew Koenig.

The last time his phone received a text was February 16 in Vancouver, British Columbia. He was last seen at a bakery in the Stanley Park area of Vancouver.

Lance Miccio, who worked with him on several projects, reached out to him earlier this month. Koening passed, saying he was "not going to work anymore."

Right around that time, Miccio says Andrew Koenig (who he also said was depressed) dropped off a bag of Miccio's stuff. Miccio hasn't spoken to him since.

The family is asking that anyone with information immediately contact Detective Raymond Payette of the Vancouver Police Department at 604-717-2534.