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...
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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We've already dissected the best and worst star styles, chatted up "Twilight" stars Kellan Lutz and Jackson Rathbone(and caught Chace Crawford maybe-flirting with Ashley Greene) on the grass carpet, and even served up a few clips from the ceremony. So we couldn't have been more psyched to finally see the big event, the 2009 Teen Choice Awards, on FOX last night.
Hosted by the Jonas Brothers, the ceremony was star-studded to say the least, with fan favorites like Robert Pattinson, Britney Spears and Zac Efron taking to the stage to accept their prestigious surf boards. We've compiled a list of our favorite moments from the night, so take a gander at our countdown and then leave your own suggestions for choice moments in the comments section below.
1. Best Gathering of Hotness on One Stage: The "Twilight" cast
Well, it's no big surprise the "Twilight" gang swept 11 of the 12 categories they were nominated in including "Choice Movie Liplock," "Choice Movie Rumble," and "Choice Movie Fresh Face" for Ashley Greene and Taylor Lautner. But when the entire cast (sans a few faces, albeit) took to the podium to accept their "Choice Drama" award, we were surprised the stage held up under the weight and heat of all that beauty. Read more...
Remember this and the picture to the right? All the way back in February when Anne Hathaway “spontaneously” jumped up on stage to sing with Hugh Jackman in his musical Oscars opening?
Who knew now, six months later, the lyrical duo would be teaming up their vocals again in “The Greatest Showman On Earth,” the story of circus mastermind P.T. Barnum? Producer Lawrence Mark and writer Jenny Bicks (who most of you will remember as one of the voices behind "Sex and the City") certainly liked the idea after they worked with Hugh and Anne at the Oscars. Lawrence exec-produced the esteemed award show and Jenny was one of its writers. Read more...
Do you want to know the five little words that could send any girl's heart racing? I believe they'd be "Ding Dong! Hugh Jackman calling!" What if he came bearing the gifts of a perfect lipstick and foundation? Yes, he's going to toy with us in just such a way, because Variety reports that Fox has bought "Avon Man," a comedy written by Kevin Bisch ("Hitch"), and set it up for Jackman to star in and produce via his Seed Productions.
The story draws a bit from the British comedy "The Fully Monty," and follows a group of car salesmen who are abruptly laid off from their dealership. One man (Jackman) reluctantly becomes an Avon salesman in order to feed his family. While he initially finds his gig to be an embarrassing slam on his manhood, he soon finds that his stunning looks and rakish charm are a big hit, and make him a top Avon seller. He sets out to save the entire town by recruiting all the unemployed men into the cosmetic business in order to win a regional contest. Read more...
Last week, Hugh Jackman was seen lunching with Miley Cyrus and her mom, Tish, in L.A. Now comes word that Hugh has been cast in the teen-friendly flick, "Personal Security," prompting Hollywood insiders to wonder if Miley is the next name to be attached to the flick.
Variety first reported that Hugh had been named as a headliner in the movie about "a tough Gotham police detective forced into bodyguard duty for a spoiled teen heiress who is receiving kidnapping threats." And now, thanks to the Daily Express' report of his meal together with Miley at Morton's Steakhouse, we're beginning to think there has to be some sort of tie-in with the project. Read more...
