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Alexander Skarsgard and Anna Paquin Bound to Hook Up in 'True Blood'

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Fans of "True Blood" can definitely expect a hook-up between Eric and Sookie, Alexander Skarsgard affirmed. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the HBO drama series star assured that his character and Anna Paquin's will eventually fall into each other arms. "It's bound to happen at some point," he said. "There is definitely something between Sookie and Eric."

Although he confidently said the hooking-up will take place, the 33-year-old actor admitted that he didn't know whether it will be seen in season 3. "I'm not sure if it's going to happen now or anytime soon or in season three, but eventually," he said. "It's a big part of the book, so I think something will happen at some point. I'll do my best to mess things up between Sookie and Bill. We'll see how well I do!"

Speaking up more about his character, he expressed his wish for the new season. …

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Brother Lashes Out at Hollywood for Brittany Murphy's Death

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Brittany Murphy's half-brother Jeff Bertolotti has spoken up about her sudden passing. In an interview with People, Jeff blamed Hollywood for her death. Claiming that he was not be able to see his sister anymore since 2001 after "the Hollywood walls went up", he admitted that their communication stopped with an unreturned phone call to her manager.

"People come into the town with their dreams and get chewed up alive and those who make it get chewed up alive anyway. And that's what happened to Brittany," he expressed his anger. "She's a casualty of that town."

Though admitting he didn't know anything about his sister, her screenwriter husband Simon Monjack, and other people around her in the past few years, Jeff continued to utter his disappointment, "I'm not saying it's their fault, but I do think they should have taken care of her better." He added, "I think she should have been cared for. …

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Emily Blunt Failed to Secure Her Double Satellite Awards Noms

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Emily Blunt has impressed critics with her performance on both "The Young Victoria" and "Sunshine Cleaning", leading to her being nominated for two 2009 Satellite Awards titles. When the winners of the awards were announced however, it was unraveled that she has lost to Shohreh Aghdashloo and Mo'Nique.

On Monday, December 21, the International Press Academy made public Shohreh Aghdashloo bested Blunt in the category for Best Actress in Drama, and Mo'Nique stole her chance at securing Best Supporting Actress title. While she failed to add her award collection, her co-star in "The Devil Wears Prada" Meryl Streep took home Best Actress in Comedy/Musical honor for her performance in "Julie & Julia".

The 26-year-old was not the only double-nominated actress who walked away with no kudo. Her fellow competitor Penelope Cruz has to admit defeat as well. Nonetheless, both of Cruz' movies nailed at least one award. "Broken Embraces" was in tie …

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Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton Said on the Brink of Break-Up

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Words on the street are, the romance between Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton is in jeopardy of going out of flame. According to The Daily Mirror, the couple has not met each other for about three weeks because of their respective hectic schedules. "They love each other dearly but both have incredibly busy schedules," a source informed.

"Nicole was in London last week and was desperate to hook up with Lewis but she was busy in the studio while he is on a European training camp, and couldn't come back," the source recalled. "Hopefully, after a month apart, they will come to their senses and give things another go." The source, in addition, mentioned that The Pussycat Dolls' member and the Formula One world champion have planned to spend their Christmas together.

Nicole Scherzinger began romancing Lewis Hamilton after she split from actor Talan Torriero in August 2007. In September this year, …

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Brittany Murphy Suffered From Laryngitis Before Death

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A day after Brittany Murphy was pronounced dead on Sunday, December 20, her husband Simon Monjack came out to talk about her sudden passing. Having said "My world was destroyed yesterday," the British filmmaker went on to tell Access Hollywood on Monday, December 21, "She had laryngitis."

Monjack also opened up about the health condition of his actress wife before her untimely death. "She had been tired at the end of the year," he shared. "She had made a couple movies." Though so, Access mentioned that he didn't go on to provide details on whether or not Murphy had seen a doctor to treat the illness.

Describing the tragic day, Murphy's husband for two years stated that the morning started out as "regular day". But, when the "8 Mile" actress took too long in the bathroom, her mother Sharon went to check on her. "Sharon went into the bathroom because she had been in there a long time, …

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Mike Fisher Confirms Engagement to Carrie Underwood

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Ottawa Senators player Mike Fisher has announced his engagement to Carrie Underwood. Speaking to Ottawa Sun on Monday, December 21, the hockey player admitted that he bent his knee to ask the "American Idol" alum's hand in marriage on Sunday, December 20.

Of the engagement news, Fisher said, "It's true. We're both obviously excited and very happy." Asked whether or not he and the country music singer have set their wedding date, he replied, "I'm not sure exactly when (the wedding will take place)." Still, Fisher declined to give any further details on how he proposed to Underwood.

In addition to Fisher, a representative for the "Cowboy Casanova" hitmaker also confirmed the engagement on Monday. "I'm happy to confirm that Carrie Underwood is engaged to Mike Fisher, and the couple couldn't be happier. No wedding date has been set at this time," the rep told Us Magazine.

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Miley Cyrus Gives Similar Calling to Liam Hemsworth and New Dog

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Miley Cyrus has bought a new puppy and decided to call her pet Mate, the same Australian slang word she uses to call her rumored boyfriend Liam Hemsworth. The 17-year-old told Take40, "I just bought a little German Shepherd and I named it 'Mate' because I always say 'mate' now to Liam. So that's my little German Shepherd dog's name."

On how she came up with the word, Miley revealed that she found it from an Australian slang words' book which she got from Liam. After hearing the 19-year-old actor used the term, she decided to call him and her new dog, Mate.

"Liam actually went to Australia and then came back. The first night he came back - I had gotten really sick - he brought me back a book to make me laugh, of all the lingo," Miley shared. "He was like, 'I've never heard half of this …

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Blake Lively Among the Candidates for 'Green Lantern' Beauty

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A "Green Lantern" role could be on the way for 22-year-old Blake Lively. Latino Review has just come out with a scoop that the Serena van der Woodsen of The CW's "Gossip Girl" is one of the five actress being considered to take on the part of Hal Jordan's love interest in the superhero movie.

Should Lively land the part, she will be portraying 27-year-old Carol Ferris, a daughter of aerospace mogul Carl Ferris who works for Ferris Air and has a lifetime crush on the lead character. Her competitions include "Bedtime Stories" actress Keri Russell, "Inglourious Basterds" beauty Diane Kruger, "Elektra" star Jennifer Garner and former Bond girl Eva Green.

Blake Lively made her debut as a leading lady in 2005's "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants". Starring opposite America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn and Alexis Bledel, she took on the role of Bridget Vreeland. She was recently seen taking …

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Keira Knightley Gets Basic Rate for Her Broadway Debut

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Keira Knightley reportedly only gets basic rate payment for her debut performance in Broadway play "The Misanthrope". According to Britain's Daily Mirror, the 24-year-old takes home 750 pounds after a week starring in the West End production.

Though so, Keira is said happy with her earning. "Keira was more than happy to do it at a basic rate. She will be taking a percentage of the box office sales as well, but she's doing this for experience more than anything else. She has been a joy to work with," a source said of the Juliette Paxton of "Bend It Like Beckham".

In "The Misanthrope", Keira plays Jennifer (Celimene), the love interest of Damian Lewis' lead character. Recently, the British actress' involvement in the Broadway production is said causing tension in her relationship with actor Rupert Friend since she dedicated much of her time for the play.

A source close to her claimed, …

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James Franco Lands an Adam Lambert Kiss on 'SNL'

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Playing a guest host on "Saturday Night Live", James Franco channeled his Adam Lambert side on the show's December 19 episode. In a sketch titled "The Kissing Family", the 31-year-old is captured on camera making out with Will Forte, one of the show's stars who plays his grandfather.

For the sketch, Franco portrays a college student who has brought home his new girlfriend to meet his family for the first time. As the story unravels, it becomes clear that his family has a strong Public Display of Affection quality. After landing a kiss on Bill Hader who takes on his on-screen brother, the star of "Pineapple Express" went on to tongue Forte.

This man-on-man kiss isn't the first time for James Franco. He has been seen starring as Sean Penn's gay lover in the awards-winning "Milk". It is said to be a sort of parody for Lambert's controversial performance at …

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Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher Said Getting Engaged

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Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher could be taking their relationship to the next level. On Sunday, December 20, AI Now reported that the Ottawa Senators player had bent his knee to ask the "American Idol" alum's hand in marriage.

The engagement reports emerged after a family friend, Colin Peters, is said taking to his Twitter page to congratulate Carrie and Mike. "Congratulations to mike fisher and Carrie underwood! We just got the call at our family Christmas get together :)" Colin reportedly wrote.

Carrie Underwood began dating hockey player Mike Fisher following her split from "Gossip Girl" hunk Chace Crawford in March 2008. Recently, the country music singer shared about her plan to start a new family in the future. "Not that I have a husband to have one with yet, but someday I'd like a family - not a big one, but not a small one either," she told Self magazine's January 2010 edition. …

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Madonna to Reunite With Guy Ritchie for Christmas

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Guy Ritchie and Madonna may no longer be husband and wife, but the two are reported to spend their Christmas together. According to Britain's Daily Mail newspaper, Madonna will reunite with her ex so that their children can spend Christmas Day with the movie director at his country estate in Wiltshire, England.

"Madonna is flying in for 24 hours so Guy can spend Christmas Day with the children," a source gushed about the 51-year-old singer's decision. The source added, "Things are amicable between them and the children love Christmas at Ashcombe House in Wiltshire, which Guy has turned into a Santa's grotto."

Madonna was married to Guy in December 2000. After seven-and-a-half years of marriage and numerous rumors of them separating, the couple finally admitted that they are divorcing in late 2008. "They have both requested that the media maintain respect for their family at this difficult time. A final settlement has not been agreed upon yet, …

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Justin Bieber Confessed Being Nervous in Front of the Obamas

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15-year-old Justin Bieber recalled what he felt when he had to perform in front of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, and his wife Michelle Obama. The "One Less Lonely Girl" let his fans know what crossed his mind at "Christmas in Washington 2009" through his Twitter account on December 20, posting simply "I was Nervous."

Justin then urged fans to watch his performance which was aired on TNT on December 20, writing "Watch right now Christmas in Washington on TNT. Watch me and [Usher] perform for President Obama." The concert itself was held at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC and was taped on December 13.

Justin was not the only singer who performed at the concert. Other artists who also celebrated the night were including Mary J. Blige, Neil Diamond, Sugarland, Rob Thomas and Usher. Meanwhile, George Lopez hosted the gig.

Justin Bieber's singing talent was spotted on …

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Brittany Murphy's Personality Was Always Outward, Dad Says

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Angelo Bertolotti has released a statement following the sudden death of his actress daughter Brittany Murphy. Speaking to The Associated Press, Angelo said he is totally in grief for her passing because he believes that the "Uptown Girls" star has a good personality.

"She was just an absolute doll since she was born ... Her personality was always outward," he began his statement. "Everybody loved her - people that made movies with her, people on a cruise - they all loved her. She was just a regular gall."

Angelo later admitted that he didn't see Brittany in the past few years following his divorce from her mother Sharon Murphy, but he revealed that he always cares about his 32-year-old daughter. "She was just talented ... And, I loved her very much," the shocked father said.

Brittany Murphy was pronounced dead at 10:04 A.M. on Sunday, December 20 after being reportedly suffering cardiac arrest. …

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Russell Brand to Move In With Katy Perry

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Russell Brand fueled a rumor that he plans to take his relationship with singer girlfriend Katy Perry to the next level. Daily Star claimed that the British comedian is about to live together with the "I Kissed a Girl" hitmaker since he has bought a mansion in The Summit estate for them.

The "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" actor purchased the Los Angeles gated pad for $3.5 million. The house itself is located in the same neighborhood Britney Spears once lived for 18 months, and boasts seven bedrooms.

Rumor that Russell is heading to a more serious relationship with Katy first emerged in early November. At that time, he was reported to leave his native Britain to move in with her in America after he put his Hampstead home, which spreads out over 2,000 square feet, in market.

Adding to the rumor, Russell was seen shopping for a diamond ring on December 12. News of the …

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Rihanna Allegedly Giving Kanye West 'Very Private Dance'

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Rumor has it, Rihanna was seen getting cozy with Kanye West at a London club Whisky Mist. According to The Daily Mirror, the Barbadian beauty and the current boyfriend of Amber Rose "flirted outrageously and dirty-danced" during the night outing, which date is yet to be disclosed.

"When Kanye came in, he immediately gave her a huge hug and kiss, and sat down with her. The pair were chatting at length, ignoring everyone else," a source said. "She stood in front of Kanye giving him the benefit of a very private dance - and he loved every second."

The source then went on to recall what really happened at the club. "When people started filtering out of the club at 3:00 A.M., Rihanna was still in a party mood - so the group had their very own lock-in, with free-flowing drinks and their choice in music. They left around 4.30am, …

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James Bond Theme Could Be Next for Susan Boyle

20 December 2009 8:13 PM, PST

Words on the street are, Susan Boyle is being considered to belt out the theme song for "Bond 23". The name of the former "Britain's Got Talent" contestant was thrown in reportedly by Monty Norman, the composer for the 007 theme music as he told the Sunday Express, "She has the right kind of sweeping voice."

The Daily Mirror went on to report that the 48-year-old's voice has even been likened to Shirley Bassey's. The latter singer has sung three theme songs for the "Bond" movies, including "Goldfinger". Should she indeed contribute to the next "Bond" soundtrack, she'll follow the footsteps of Alicia Keys and Jack White who sang "Another Way to Die", the theme song for 2008's "Quantum of Solace".

This rumor came out hot on the heels of the success of Susan Boyle's debut album "I Dreamed a Dream". The effort has topped Amazon's best-selling album in …

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Tila Tequila Pregnant With Brother's Child

20 December 2009 7:39 PM, PST

Tila Tequila has made another shocking announcement. Taking to her Twitter page on Sunday, December 20, the MTV reality TV star confirmed that she is currently expecting her brother's baby. "I am going to become a Surrogate Mother for my brother and his Wife!!...That is my xmas present to them. I'm pregnant!!!" she wrote.

Before coming out with the pregnancy posting, Tila has gushed about giving a present for her brother that would "Change His Life And Mine Forever!!!! Its Huge!" through her Twitter page as well. Nonetheless, she didn't provide any further details about the due date of the baby and the reason why she decided to become a surrogate mother.

About a week before coming up with the pregnancy news, Tila made headlines with her engagement to lesbian partner, Johnson & Johnson heiress Casey Johnson. In a video posted on Ustream on December 9, the 28-year-old announced, "Tonight, my girlfriend …

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Cause of Brittany Murphy's Sudden Death Investigated

20 December 2009 6:58 PM, PST

"Uptown Girls" star Brittany Murphy has passed away on Sunday morning, December 20. While the actress has been reported to have died of cardiac arrest at the age of 32 years old, Los Angeles police and coroner will conduct an investigation, which includes an autopsy, to determine ther cause of death, People magazine reported.

The autopsy on Murphy's body, according to TMZ, will be performed although her husband Simon Monjack wished the otherwise. The site mentioned in its report the British screenwriter has told hospital staff at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center that he did not want an autopsy done on his deceased wife.

The actress who voice Gloria in "Happy Feet" was found unconscious by her mother in the shower at her home on Sunday. At 8 A.M., a call went out to 911. It was said that the call was made by her husband. Thirty minutes later, paramedics arrived at her Beverly Hills …

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Kevin Jonas and Danielle Deleasa Confirm Marriage

20 December 2009 6:51 PM, PST

Kevin Jonas has officially tied the knot with his fiancee Danielle Deleasa on Saturday night, December 19. The twosome got hitched at a turn-of-the-century French-style chateau, Oheka Castle, on a sprawling estate in Long Island. Announcing their marriage, Kevin and Danielle told People, "We're so happy that we're finally married and we were able to share the special moment with family, friends and loved ones."

During the ceremony, former hairdresser Danielle as reported by People was seen donning a strapless tulle and Chantilly lace Vera Wang gown. She, additionally, wore a silk-and-crystal flower designed by Denise Leli in her hair while she was escorted down the aisle by her father, Thomas Deleasa. Serving as 22-year-old Kevin's best men were his brothers Joe Jonas and Nick Jonas.

A blizzard actually threatened the wedding ceremony from taking place, but the nuptials that was attended by 400 family members and friends, including Demi Lovato, went as scheduled. …

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