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“You can stand under my umbrella - Ella ella eh eh eh
Under my umbrella - Ella ella eh eh eh”

Just some irritating and highly infectious tune that I can’t get out of my head. The worst of it all is the fact that “ella” is not even a word!

Come on, hands up all of you that actually like the song. Don’t be shy about it…

If you guys/gals didn’t like it, I don’t think she would be accepting the Video of the Year for “Umbrella” onstage at the 2007 Video Music Awards as seen here:-

(Hmmm… She doesn’t look good in dresses… No wonder she’s always in shorts. Or is the pink colour too loud?)

Rihanna

Poor Britney… She’s has been criticised so viciously around the Internet ever since her comeback at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards that I can’t bear to do so anymore… I have decided to just post some pictures of her over here and let you guys decide. Britney fans, now is the time to defend your Pop princess! Britney naysayers, now is the time to further rub salt to the wound!

Britney Spears

At the 32nd Annual Toronto International Film Festival , there were Stars galore! And here are some of them:-

We have Brad and his lovely wife, Angelina:

We have Matt and his ok wife, Luciana:

Helen Hunt (What’s happened to her after Mad About You? Rhetorical question by the way):

Naomi Watts:

And last but not least, Robin Tunney (of Prison Break Season 1 fame):

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Matt Damon, Helen Hunt Naomi Watts

Maggie Q is one of the few Asian film stars who have successfully broken into Hollywood, joining the likes of Jackie Chan and Jet Li (Can hardly find another female asian star in fact…) Her most recent outing to date is the Bruce Willis action flick - Die Hard 4.0. Unfortunately, she wasn’t able to pull off much acting chops, given the role she was casted in, so she was just left with executing karate chops.

But can anyone deny how attractive she looks? I don’t think so. I do think she still has a few films up her sleeves, but I do hope that the Hollywood bigwigs will cast her in roles that will showcase her acting prowess, rather than just pure looks…

Maqqie Q

Courtesy of CNNMoney.com

Hotel heiress Paris Hilton is seeking at least US$100,000 in damages from greeting card maker Hallmark for using a photograph of her face superimposed onto a cartoon body and her trademarked catch phrase, “that’s hot.” I seriously didn’t know that these 2 words were worth US$100,000! She’s quite a smart cookie huh, trademarking these 2 words and receiving royalty whenever anyone uses them for whatever purposes.

Hilton accuses Hallmark of using her name, photograph and registered trademark for commercial purposes without her consent and seeks at least $100,000 in damages, but possibly more depending the total sales of the $2.49 greeting card.

Hallmark defended the cards, saying a number of its new humor greeting cards are parodies of popular celebrities and politicians. “These cards take a satirical look at news and gossip surrounding these public figures, including Paris Hilton, and we do not believe Hallmark has violated any of Ms. Hilton’s rights,” said Hallmark spokeswoman Julie O’Dell in response to the suit.

For those who dont like their Paris Hiltons in cartoon form, you may like to view the following recent photos of her:-

Now… That’s Hottt!

Paris Hilton

Teresa Palmer started her acting career as a screamer in The Grudge 2 (2006). Here are some interesting facts about her:-

D.O.B: 26 February 1986,
Birth Place: Adelaide, South Australia
Birth Name: Teresa Edwina Palmer
Height: 5′ 5¾” (1.67 m)

Here she is at the L’Oreal Paris 2006 AFI Awards:-

And here she is at the Premiere of December Boys 2007:-

What a difference a year makes huh?

Teresa Palmer

The above shows Daniel Radcliffe arriving at the Los Angeles premiere of ‘December Boys’ in Los Angeles, California. Our Harry Potter “boy” has all grown up huh? For those wondering what December Boys is about, here’s a quick sypnosis:-

Maps (Daniel Radcliffe) is a lonely orphan boy who may be too old to be adopted. He gets a break from his dreary life in a Catholic convent in the remote Australian outback when he’s sent on vacation at the shore with three of his best friends. While Maps falls in love with a pretty girl (Teresa Palmer), the other boys vie to look the most adoptable by a nice childless couple. The movie is based on a novel by Michael Noonan.

If you are wondering who Teresa Palmer is, here’s a first look:-

I will talk more about her tomorrow.

Lastly, I will end with Daniel lapping it up in front of the shutterbugs, signing autographs.

Daniel Radcliffe, Teresa Palmer, Harry Potter

And I used to think Keira Knightley was hot; What’s happened to her?

The above shows her attending the 64th Annual Venice Film Festival. Why is she slouching and her hair looks so frizzled… She seems awfully thin too…

If you do a double take, she looks a lot like Winona Ryder, who actually looks healthier in the below photo

Keira Knightley, Winona Ryder

There’s no keeping up with Britney Spears. So what’s she up to nowadays when she’s not busy cutting her hair or checking herself into mental institutions? Busy hosting the opening of a nightclub of course! Oh, and her new album is coming up! Heard the audio, it sounds not bad, but I would wait for the mtv; It usually makes the music look better, haha!

Here are some of the other guests.

Criss Angel, magician extraordinaire

Nicole Bennett and Dave Navarro

Wonder what Carmen Electra feels about the above photo…

And of course, you have Paris Nicky Hilton

Guess her sister must have been busy partying away at another nightclub.

Britney Spears, Criss Angel, Nicole Bennett, Dave Navarro, Nicky Hilton

My top 2 interests coming together - Entertainment & Finance.

Who’s my fave of the lot? The beatbox maestro himself - Blake Lewis

Tadah:-

And here’s one for the ladies:-

Chris Richardson kinda reminds me of the young Ricky Martin, doesn’t he?

As for the female contestants… They are rather forgettable (though vocally talented, I must say)

American Idols, Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson

Photo courtesy of rachelnichols.net

Well, it seems like you guys & gals are most interested about news concerning Rachel Nichols, and so here goes more news about her. Rachel stars as Angela, a corporate climber, who gets stuck working late on Christmas Eve and finds herself the target of an unhinged security guard (played by Wes Bentley). With no help in sight, the woman must overcome physical and psychological challenges to survive. This trailer is opening on Nov 9th and is rated R. Hmmm… An R-rating… The above photo makes me wonder why…

Rachel Nichols, P2

This photo shows Presidential candidate and Senator Barack Obama during a campaign rally and press conference at Silverado High School in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 07. Mr Obama is apparently popular amongst the girls and womenfolk. Is there then any doubt as to why the following video has been made about him?

Here’s the famous Obama girl:-

Barrack Obama

Samantha Thavasa opens new store opening in Tokyo on 30th Aug 07 under the new apparel brand name “Riccimie NEW YORK”, and she invites Miss Universe Japan 2006 Kurara Chibana to the grand opening. I have a friend who swears by Samantha Thavasa, so to my Japanese readers out there, you may wanna drop by the store. (Be warned though - the prices are exorbitant!)

Oh, Samantha has also invited Socialite/Designer Tinsley Mortimer as one of the guests.

Tinsley Mortimer, Kurara Chibana

Do you know that Fez from That 70’s Show:

Photo courtesy of www.that70sshow.com

and this dude from MTV’s Yo Momma:

are the same person?

Don’t believe it? Look again.

I was having my suspicions all along until I went online to verify (I honestly had no idea at first! Their characters were so different!)

Here’s some more info on Wilmer Valderrama:

D.O.B: 30/01/80
Birth Place: Miami, Florida, USA
Birth Name: Wilmer Eduardo Valderrama
Nickname: Will
Height: 5′ 9½” (1.77 m)

Trivia
Graduated from William Howard Taft High School in 1999.
Was born in Miami, but moved to Venezuela when he was 3.
Best friends with Ashton Kutcher
Has been a victim on “Punk’d” (2003) more often than anyone else. (Haha… Can you blame Ashton?)
Favorite Love Song is “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin from the film Top Gun (1986).
Resides in Los Angeles, California.
Is fluent in Spanish.
Ex-boyfriend of Lindsay Lohan.

Wilmer Valderrama, That 70’s Show, MTV

The new in-look for hollywood actors nowadays seem to be that of a geeky guy-next-door. If so, then Shia LeBeouf definitely fits the bill.

Well, the Transformers star seems to have a lot going for him. After starring in 2 hit movies, Transformers and Disturbia, he is currently involved in the filming of Indiana Jones IV and Eagle Eye, both to be released in 2008. (Click here for a movie review of Transformers)

Here are some interesting facts about him (extracted from www.shialabeouf.us):

Named after his grandfather who is also a comedian.

His name means “thank God for beef”.

Is Jewish.

His dad used to train chickens for the circus.

Celebrates both Christmas and Hanukkah.

Attended the prestigious Hamilton Academy of Music in Los Angeles.

Attended the Magnet School of Performing Arts - where he was the only white student.

Plays the drums.

Has a tattoo on his right wrist that says “1986-2004.” On his left shoulder, has a tattoo of a pawprint.

Likes to listen to System of a Down, 50 Cent, Eminem, D12, Led Zeppelin, Jack Johnson, and Ben Folds.

Founded Element, a hip-hop group/record label, and Grassy Slope Films, which helps new filmmakers start in the business, with his longtime friend Lorenzo Eduardo.

Enjoys making independent short films with his friends.

Was considered for the role of Jimmy Olsen in Superman Returns.

Was accepted to Yale University in 2003.

Planned to major in psychology.

Has an off-and-on relationship with his girlfriend China.

Shia Lebeouf