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Host Hugh Jackman gives the Oscars his all

Gorgeous — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:49:07 +0000

Judging from the broadcast’s first hour or so, he was a solid choice to help bring needed new life to what’s all-too-routinely billed as “Hollywood’s biggest night.” So how did the sexiest man alive fair? Click on picture for full story

Favored ‘Slumdog’ nears golden finish

Gorgeous — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:46:00 +0000

Penelope Cruz won the supporting-actress Academy Award on Sunday for the Spanish romance “Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” while the blockbuster robot romance “WALL-E” made off with the prize for feature-length animation.

Valentine’s Day wedding for Salma Hayek

Gorgeous — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:50:05 +0000

Salma Hayek wed French magnate Francois-Henri Pinault in a civil ceremony on Valentines Day at the City Hall in Paris’ chic 6th arrondissement, according to an official there. PARIS – Salma Hayek picked a most romantic time and place to get married: Valentine’s Day in Paris. The Mexican-born actress wed French magnate Francois-Henri Pinault in a [...]

Danny Gokey is the night’s ‘Hero’ on ‘Idol’

Gorgeous — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:46:29 +0000

The singer who recently lost his wife had the judges on their feet. Alexis Grace also managed to stand out of the “American Idol” pack. By Craig Berman msnbc.com contributor updated 11:01 p.m. ET, Tues., Feb. 17, 2009 Changes abound on “American Idol.” Because there are 36 semifinalists instead of 24 this season, only the top three vote-getters of each of [...]

Scoop: Academy Awards secret weapon? M.I.A.

Gorgeous — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:43:07 +0000

According to producers Larry Mark and Bill Condon, they’ll do whatever it takes to have M.I.A., who gave birth to a son Feb. 11, perform “O Saya” from “Slumdog Millionaire,” even if it means having her do it from a bed. The production team behind the Oscars was hoping that choosing Hugh Jackman to host and [...]

What’s the return policy on ‘Shopaholic’?

Gorgeous — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:42:17 +0000

Audiences for this new film are expected to forget everything they know about the media, shopping, writing, the economy and human behavior in general for the plot to work. There seems to be no middle ground for director P.J. Hogan. When he’s on his game, we get charming comedies like “Muriel’s Wedding” and “My Best Friend’s [...]

Show off your curves in this Valentine’s lingerie

Gorgeous — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:54:16 +0000

Curvy and lucius? Show it off! Liria Mersini, editor of About.com’s plus-size guide, shares some styles for all body shapes.

What Makes You Happy?

Gorgeous — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:41:42 +0000

Our Friends from Lifescript published this wonderful daily reflexion: What makes you happy? By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, LifeScript Personal Coach Today’s reflection revolves around one of my favorite questions I like to ask people: What makes you happy? On the surface, it seems like a simple question that should be fairly easy to answer. However, I’m [...]

3 sexy, sophisticated Valentine’s cocktails

Gorgeous — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:24:27 +0000

TODAY recipes updated 3:03 p.m. ET, Tues., Feb. 10, 2009 This February 14th, why not get your sweetie in the mood with unique, delicious cocktails? Mixologist Michael Cecconi of Savoy restaurant shares homemade, sophisticated drinks to set a romantic mood. Need an inexpensive way to woo over your Valentine? This February 14th, why not get your sweetie in [...]

New ‘Dancing’ cast draws a big, fat yawn

Gorgeous — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:49:38 +0000

Great! get ready for the dance if the Nerds …. Steve Wozniak? Chuck Wicks? The selection of celebrities for the eighth season of “Dancing With the Stars” is looking like one of the weakest casts ever.