Entertainment – Newsletter for November 22, 2010

“Top Gear USA” Disappoints Many

IRVINE (GaeaTimes.com)- “Top Gear USA” a new motoring television series and a reality show was premiered yesterday on History Channel. Many car freaks expected this show to be a real thriller with lots of crazy adventure, humor and deadly stunts. However, as the show ended, it took no time for the audiences to … Read more >>.

“Dexter” Season 5 Episode 9 Aired

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- When Astor blamed Dexter for his mother Rita’s death, Dexter feels he has lost the battle of his life. Dexter has been trying hard to maintain a balance between his personal and professional life and it seems he has not yet managed to do so. “Dexter” season 5 episode 9 …. Original source  : “Dexter” Season 5 Episode 9 Aired.

Wearing nothing below the kilt is childish, Scots told

LONDON – The practice of wearing nothing beneath the Scottish kilt has come in for criticism and has been described as “childish and unhygienic” by an organisation that upholds Scottish tradition.

The Scottish Tartans Authority has said that refusing to put on underwear beneath a kilt is “childish and unhygienic”, Daily Telegraph reported Monday.
The … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Wearing nothing below the kilt is childish, Scots told.

‘Harry Potter’ earns $330mn debut weekend

NEW YORK – ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1′, made a grand opening with 330 million dollars in global ticket sales over the weekend.

The seventh Potter movie generated an estimated 125.1 million dollars in North America making it into No. 1 there, reports the New York Times.

It was the second-biggest domestic opening for …. Original article  : ‘Harry Potter’ earns $330mn debut weekend.

Susan Sarandon is ‘comfortable in her saggy skin’

MELBOURNE – Susan Sarandon has revealed that she is happy being 64, even if her skin sags.

“I wouldn’t want to be 20 now. I know so much more, and I’m much more comfortable in my skin, saggy as it is,” The Daily Telegraph quoted her telling V magazine, in an Age Issue.

Sarandon, who split with … Read more »».

Gwyneth Paltrow’s fitness secret – detox

LONDON – Gwyneth Paltrow has revealed that she follow a radical detox plan simply called Clean to keep herself fit.

“I have turned many of my friends on to this programme and each one has experienced profound benefits, from weight loss to mental clarity to the end of chronic depression,” the Sun quoted her as saying.

“It …. Read the original article  : Gwyneth Paltrow’s fitness secret – detox.

Emma Thompson begins her ‘gap year’ for daughter

LONDON – Emma Thompson, who was criticised for her plans to take her 10-year-old daughter Gaia out of school to spend a year travelling the world, has quietly begun her gap year.

The British actress has, however, agreed to scale her plans for her daughter.

“She is taking time off to spend some quality time with her …. Original source  : Emma Thompson begins her ‘gap year’ for daughter.

George Clooney may star in ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E’

LONDON – George Clooney is reportedly in talks to play Napoleon Solo in a big screen adaptation of ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E’.

The actor has met Steven Soderbergh, who is directing the film version of the cult 1960s TV show about two secret agents.

According to the BBC, the two have discussed the Napoleon Solo role, … Read more >>>.

Harry Potter author ’saved Luna from anorexia’

LONDON – Harry Potter star Evanna Lynch has revealed how the books’ author saved her from anorexia.

The Irish actress had the deadly eating disorder for two years from 11 and wrote to J K Rowling begging for help, reports the Sun.

“I told her the books gave me hope, particularly Luna Lovegood,” said Evanna, …. Original article  : Harry Potter author ’saved Luna from anorexia’.

Christina Aguilera Performs At The AMAs

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The AMAs this year saw some stellar performances by some of the biggest stars in the industry today. With New Kids On The Block and The Backstreet Boys returning to the stage to close the show, the night could not get bigger. Among some of the female artists who performed in …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Christina Aguilera Performs At The AMAs.

Larry Forgione’s Son Is An Iron Chef

LOS ANGELES, (GaeaTimes.com)- We all know that Larry Forgione is one of the best cooks in the United States. Now, it has also been proved that his son, Mark Forgione is no less than his father. He has made his mark as a chef and owner of Marc Forgione in New York. And now, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Larry Forgione’s Son Is An Iron Chef.

Taylor Swift AMA Updates

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- It seems Taylor Swift has come a long way since the debut of her single “Tim McGraw”. The Grammy award-winning singer did not have to turn back while climbing the ladder of her success. Last night Taylor Swift looked stunning in her short fringe hairs and her rhinestone dress at American … Read more : Taylor Swift AMA Updates.

Take That’s Progress leads UK album chart

LONDON – Take That’s new album ‘Progress’ topped the UK chart.

The Official Charts Company said it achieved the biggest opening week sales of any record for 13 years selling almost 520,000 albums – more than the rest of the top 10 put together, reports the BBC News.

It is the band’s first album since reuniting with … Read more >>.

Teen girls choose Harry Potter’s ‘Hermione’ as role model

LONDON – Teenage girls would rather be Harry Potter’s Hermione than Cheryl Cole or Katy Perry, a survey has revealed.

Nearly four in five voted the book and movie character played by Emma Watson, 20, as their top role model.

A huge 87 per cent of 18,000 youngsters aged 12 to 20 said they would rather be …. Original article  : Teen girls choose Harry Potter’s ‘Hermione’ as role model.

Simon Cowell’s fiancee rubbishes rumours of split

LONDON – Simon Cowell’s fiancee Mezhgan Hussainy has rubbished rumours that she and the media mogul have split.

Friends of the music mogul say he has become increasingly cool towards his relationship with the make-up artist and one close confidante even revealed it was ‘definitely over’.

But Hussainy has denied the rumours.

“I still love him and he …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Simon Cowell’s fiancee rubbishes rumours of split.

When Shah Rukh, Hrithik bonded over ‘Guzaarish’

MUMBAI – Shah Rukh Khan was so moved by Hrithik Roshan’s performance as a paraplegic in “Guzaarish” that he yanked his younger colleague out of slumber and made him immediately drive down to his bungalow ‘Mannat’.

Tired and fighting off a viral attack, Hrithik still drove down to ‘Mannat’. And he and King Khan discussed …. Original article  : When Shah Rukh, Hrithik bonded over ‘Guzaarish’.

Courteney Cox still wears her wedding ring

LONDON – Actress Courteney Cox, who split with David Arquette a month ago, is still sporting her wedding ring.

The actress was spotted wearing the diamond-encrusted wedding ring at a charity event at Kitson in Los Angeles.
“I don’t know what will happen, but this is not like we’re getting divorced, this is a separation … Read more »».

New Indian graphic novel ‘Untouchable’ launched on Apple iPad

NEW YORK – Liquid Comics, an entertainment company founded by three Indians, has announced the digital iPad release of “Untouchable”, an original graphic novel exploring various themes of racial prejudice during the British Raj with a supernatural horror twist.

A printed edition of the novel by acclaimed writers Mike Carey (X-Men, Lucifer, The Unwritten) and …. Read the original article  : New Indian graphic novel ‘Untouchable’ launched on Apple iPad.

Diddy And Dirty Money Goes Steady

LOS ANGELES, (GaeaTimes.com)- Diddy and his Dirty Money crew, that includes Dawn Richard and Kalenna Harper, seems to be going steady as the band performed at the American Music Awards, In Nokia Theater, Los Angeles, yesterday. This is for the first time, that the band performed on this esteemed stage, considering its debut in …. Original source  : Diddy And Dirty Money Goes Steady.

AMAs Results Announced

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- The star studded American Music Awards (AMAs) night watched the celebrities walk the red carpet with poise wearing spectacular dresses. The who’s who of American music fraternity appeared at Nokia Theater to perform and receive the much coveted awards. Eminem was nominated in five categories but he could manage to get …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : AMAs Results Announced.