Reese Witherspoon took a break from hanging out with her own adorable kids to spend some time at a school in New Orleans as part of Idol Gives Back. She read stories, chatted, and posed for photos with the happy kids as part of the special charity episode of American Idol. The episode airs April 9 and will feature other celebs like Bono and Brad Pitt. Last year the event raked in $60 million, and we can't wait to see if Reese and everyone else can do an even better job this year.
Jamie Lynn Spears did some shopping at Babies R Us last week, proudly wearing a t-shirt that said "The Rumors are True" and showing off her shiny new engagement ring. She's been pretty upfront about the details of her pregnancy right from the start, but somehow it still feels a bit strange to see her growing baby bump. What do you think — are you still surprised to see Jamie Lynn pregnant?
Kate Bosworth is back in LA after her trip to NYC to promote 21, and one of the first items on her agenda was catching up with pals over lunch on Saturday. She put the black clothes away and brought out a multi-colored Spring dress — and, of course, she wore her new favorite Chloe Saskia bag. Hopefully her mood was as bright as her outfit, because she has some celebrating to do since her movie took the top spot at the weekend box office.
The cover of Vanity Fair's Green Issue shows Madonna with the whole world in her hands, and inside the issue she continues to show off her strength. The release of her upcoming album proves that she's an international force with no signs of slowing down, even if that includes some bad ideas (see after the jump). In the article she confidently talks about her life — past, present, and future. Here are highlights about Malawi, her album, and how she views the world:
On her decision to help in Malawi: “If you have children, you know you’re responsible for somebody. You realize you are being imitated; your belief systems and priorities have a direct influence on these children, who are like flowers in a garden. So you start to second-guess everything you value, and the suffering of other children becomes much more intolerable.”
On the music industry: “Well, there’s one thing you can’t download and that’s a live performance. And I know how to put on a show, and enjoy performing, and I’ll always have that.”
On making Hard Candy: “I didn’t have any idea what kind of music I wanted to make. I just knew I wanted to collaborate with Pharrell and Justin. I needed to be inspired and thought, well, who’s making records I like? So I went, ‘I like that guy and I like that guy.’ It’s not like we hit it off right away. Writing is very intimate. You have to be vulnerable and it’s hard to do that with strangers. I had ups and downs before everybody got comfortable, but I grew very fond of Pharrell and Justin.”
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Paris Hilton and Benji Madden are still spreading their love all over Germany and Prague. You may not want to be Paris' BFF, but these two still seem smitten as ever. Over the weekend Benji was up on stage doing his Good Charlotte tour thing in Cologne and Prague while Paris was doing her own self-promotion on the German TV show Wetten, dass...? (Lets Make A Bet). Unfortunately, sometime during their sightseeing adventures, Paris took a bit of a fall hurting her chin and forcing her to hold her jacket/BlackBerry covering it up for the rest of her day. Sorry, I know it's horrible but a little bit funny? Ouch. At least we know Paris has a thick skin.
Gwen Stefani's baby bump may be growing, but it's not yet keeping her off of the slide! The mom-to-be enjoyed an afternoon at the park with Gavin and Kingston with a smile on her face. These boys are always a delight to see, but there are some other men in her life who have been taking up her time, too. On Friday, Gwen Stefani blogged about being back in the studio with her No Doubt bandmates. She said:
Been thinking so much about you all lately as I am back in the studio again with the boys trying to write some new music. What an amazing few years it has been. So inspired going through the dance record phase of my life. Thank you so much for all your support! The tour was incredible. We ended up doing over 100 shows around the world and it was so rewarding and again inspiring. Thank you to everyone who came out to see it . . . memories for life! Great to be home with with all my boys. Feels crazy to be pregnant all over again!!!!! We have been spending every day up in the little studio in our house trying to write music. My favorite part so far is just seeing the guys everyday and hanging out. We have so much fun together. The songwriting part is a bit slow on my part . . . I think it has something to do with the baby in my belly but I'm sure it is all of the process and I really believe this could be the most inspired No Doubt record so far. Can't wait to see what happens. All my love g
Sounds like the baby isn't the only new addition we have to get excited for. While her "dance phase" gained Gwen some new diehard followers, the old No Doubt fans must be more than thrilled to hear about making progress on the new album.
Exclusive Fab Interview with Angelina Jolie's Stylist Jennifer Rade Longtime stylist Jennifer Rade calls herself the Wicked Witch of Wardrobe, and I'll add to that the busiest stylist working today. I had the pleasure of meeting Jennifer a few years back at a Gap Bra Bar event for which she was the spokesperson. I recall the sassy stylist referring to Angelina Jolie, whom she works with closely, simply as Angie.
Rachel Zoe was photographed walking down Robertson, Starbucks in hand, looking ready for some serious shopping. She looked chic in her round sunglasses and Chanel bag, which she wore with of-the-moment thigh-high boots, a denim Current/Elliott biker jacket, and printed scarf.
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