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Our minds are a little bit blown right now, so we're just going to leave this here: Hugh Jackman, on camera, telling the best story ever about that time he sang karaoke with would-be "Unbound Captives" co-star Robert Pattinson.

...Yeah. I mean, why don't you try to think of a witty and relevant way to introduce that particular tidbit of info; we're just going to sit here with our mouths hanging open at the pure unadulterated awesomeness of the mental image involved.

It's a good thing that Hugh Jackman was able to sum this up for us:

"That's random, isn't it?" he joked.

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When it was announced a few weeks ago that actor James Franco and actress Anne Hathaway would be hosting the 83rd Annual Academy Awards together, some people were left wondering, "Huh?!" But after some careful consideration about the young and celebrated stars (those very clever Oscar promo ads and that NSFW "Funny Or Die" clip with Judd Apatow probably helped too) it seems the consensus has changed from confused to excited.

Since you can count Hollywood Crush amongst those stoked to see how James (who will be serving double duty on Sunday as co-emcee and a Best Actor nominee for his amazing performance in "127 Hours") and Anne (who earned a Golden Globe nomination for her work in 2010's sexy dramedy "Love and Other Drugs") tackle the prestigious gig, we wanted to give any lingering naysayers five reasons why this unconventional pairing will make for a memorable Oscars.

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Tags 127 hours, Alec Baldwin, Anne Hathaway, Colin Firth, Freaks and Geeks, Funny or Die, Hugh Jackman, It's Complicated, James Franco, judd apatow, Kate Winslet, Love And Other Drugs, Oscars 2011, Pineapple Express, Rachel Getting Married, Steve Martin, The King's Speech, Twitter

It's been a while since we heard any news on "Butter," the upcoming political satire starring Jennifer Garner and a whole slew of other exciting people that spoofs the 2008 Democratic primaries as a butter carving competition in Iowa.

Shooting seems to be under way for the film, expected out in 2011, and Entertainment Tonight has a lengthy interview package with the main cast members that shows some behind-the-scenes footage of the film. Click on below the jump to hear what Jennifer, Hugh Jackman, Alicia Silverstone, Olivia Wilde, Ty Burrell and Ashley Greene have to say about their characters.

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In your face, Hugh Jackman and all you other Taylor Lautner haters! Turns out, despite all your cynicism, Taylor was actually approached to be in "X-Men: First Class," but couldn't do it because of "Abduction" and "Breaking Dawn" commitments. Producer (and ex-director) Bryan Singer shared the news, and we couldn't help but feel like we won something this round.

But while Taylor as Wolverine would have been pretty sweet, we feel like he's just being repeatedly typecast as guy-who-should-have-shirt-off. Here are some other genres we think Taylor should delve into, so we can end up laughing at more haters who have to bite their tongues.

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Tags Abduction, Breaking Dawn, Bryan Singer, Hugh Jackman, Taylor Lautner, x-men first class

A lot has been happening over the past week for the Jim Field Smith political satire Butter. On Friday, The Hollywood Reporter broke the news Ashley Greene would be starring in the film, which was enough to get our interest churning. Add that to the fact that Jennifer Garner is both producing and playing the leading lady in the film and we're sold.

Before we go on to try to explain to you the exciting slew of new actors that have become attached to the film, let's try to explain the very complicated storyline. "Butter" is a political satire of the 2008 Democratic election, set in a small Iowa town and using a butter-carving competition as the setting.

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Tags Alicia Silverstone, Ashley Greene, Butter, Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Garner, Jim Field Smith, Oliva Wilde, Ty Burrell, Yara Shahidi

Secure your slushies and have a seat, Gleeks. We have business to attend to. But before we discuss the first item on the agenda, I must issue this warning: If you are at all spoilerphobic, please leave the room. I'm serious now. We've got juicy dish to, well, dish. OK, we all set? Let's proceed.

Over the weekend, the cast and brains behind our favorite FOX musical series "Glee" attended the 27th Annual Paley Television Festival, and they spilled a lot of details, not only about the back half of the current season but about the second season as well, which begins shooting in July.

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Tags Glee, Hugh Jackman, Jane Lynch, Justin Timberlake, Lady gaga, Lea Michele, Neil Patrick Harris, Queen Latifah, Ryan Murphy

"Lovely Bones" star Rachel Weisz admittedly knows very little about the "Twilight Saga." But she knows just enough about the vampire franchise to joke with MTV News recently about meeting her "Unbound Captives" costar Robert Pattinson.

"Meeting him was vampiric. He sucked my blood," she said with a laugh. "Wait, is he the vampire? He is the vampire, right?"

Indeed he is, and we have a feeling Rachel will be getting quite the education in "Twilight" and its fanatic following once shooting begins on their Madeline Stowe-written and directed Western, which also stars Hugh Jackman. That is, if the film actually gets made.

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Tags Hugh Jackman, Madeline Stowe, Rachel Weisz, Robert Pattinson, Twilight, Unbound Captives

Having been heralded to fame by the "Twilight Saga" and the once-fledgling Summit studio behind the mega-successful franchise, Robert Pattinson can't help but wonder sometimes if it's all just a fluke. "I've only done one movie outside of the 'Twilight' series, 'Remember Me,' "Rob recently said about his first post-fame project with Emilie de Ravin and Pierce Brosnan. "But even that I did with the same studio, so I guess I'm still a little bit blind as to what my actual economic viability will be outside of the series."

Robert will be testing that "economic viability" with several projects throughout 2010 including the Guy de Maupassant adaptation "Bel Ami" with Uma Thurman and the Western "Unbound Captives," which the actor discussed recently with MTV News.

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Tags Bel Ami, Hugh Jackman, New Moon, Rachel Weisz, Remember Be, Robert Pattinson, Twilight, Unbound Captives, Video

Just as everyone has an opinion, a favorite meal and a nose — albeit a fake one at times — so too does everyone have a birthday... even celebrities. Here at Birthday Bash, it's our mission to salute the fine actors, filmmakers and other Hollywood heroes that are celebrating their special day this week. After all, it's cheaper than mailing a cake!

This week brings a birthday cake to a "Beverly Hills, 90210" resident, the world's fastest-healing superhero and a celebrated rock-and-roll musician.

Luke Perry (October 11): Even if "90210" is back on the small screen with Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling reprising their famous '90s-era roles, the absence of Luke Perry as Dylan McKay is tough to ignore. Perry — who nailed the bad boy persona that made "Beverly Hills, 90210" so intriguing during its ten year run — might not be on the current incarnation of the show, but his status as the father of Kelly's child leaves some hope amongst fans that he'll return eventually.

But this isn't about our birthday wishes, is it? If Perry chooses not to return to his old stomping grounds, there's plenty of potential for him elsewhere thanks to celebrated turns on HBO's "Oz" and "John from Cincinnati," among other acting gigs. Read more...

Tags Hugh Jackman, John Mayer, Luke Perry

While you count down the hours until the next episode of tonight's "Glee," the cast seems pretty darn excited about Drew Barrymore's "Whip It." Dianna Argon (pictured), who plays mean cheerleader Quinn, and Chris Colfer, who plays lovable outcast Kurt (and who didn't adore that "Single Ladies" dance on the football field), both took to their Twitter to rave about the the Ellen Page roller derby flick, out this Friday. Dianna wrote, "Whip it. Whip it real good" and Chris posted, "Everyone see Whip It! It's a great movie! Made me want to slab some knee pads on and get into a fight! :)" We'll be sure to steer clear!

Of course, "Whip It" isn't the only thing putting Hollywood into a frenzy right now. The video of Hugh Jackman taking on a talkative theatergoer is making its rounds on the web and even celebs are weighing in. Funnyman Stephen Colbert joked via his Twitter, "hey hugh jackman, thanks for interrupting my awesome ringtone with your boring play"

See what else was buzzing around the Twitterverse today, from Benji Madden's creepy dream to Kevin Williamson's "Scream"-ing good upcoming project. Don't forget you can always follow us 24/7 @hollywoodcrush for all the latest news and updates.

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Tags Chris Colfer, Dianna Argon, Glee, Hugh Jackman, Stephen Colbert, Tweet Dreams, Twitter