Jude was still showing off that aggressive tan alongside Michael Caine and director Kenneth Branagh at the Venice Film Festival premiere of Sleuth last night. Hey, at least he found himself some more appropriate footwear. The film is a remake of a 1972 thriller of the same name, and Jude had some self-deprecating words on acting in a new take on a well-loved classic. He said, "From my experience (Alfie) did not quite work out the way I had wanted it to, but you know part of the reason you embark on a creative journey sometimes is to fall flat ... and sometimes the fall leads to a triumph." Well, I think we can all agree that Alfie was pretty terrible, so pretty much anything will be an upgrade from that.
This summer may have felt a little slow as far as celebrity gossip is concerned, but looking back we realize that the last few months weren't without some fun goodies and a few juicy stories. With Labor Day upon us and the feeling that summer is coming to a close, we want to know - what was your favorite summer celebrity story?
Keira went for a romantic dinner with Rupert after the premiere of Atonement in Venice. It's amazing how different she looked at this premiere compared to the Pirate's one last summer. Keira and Rupert are pretty much inseparable when she isn't filming, but that doesn't mean she can't still appreciate another on-screen lover. She said: "James [McAvoy] is the best kisser ever!" Keira has locked lips with the likes of Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom and Clive Owen so that's a pretty big compliment for her latest co-star, James. We don't think Rupert was upset by her comments since it's obvious he's the only one Keira wants to take with her on long walks around London.
Mary-Kate Olsen looked remarkably normal (and awesome) leaving the salon yesterday afternoon. A bag she couldn't physically climb into! Flip-flops! Nicely done hair! So many golf claps and proud mom smiles for her. I'm still waiting patiently for her Weeds debut, but it looks like she's not the only Olsen twinsie brushing up her Michelle Tanner acting chops! Ashley just signed on for a movie role alongside Billy Bob Thornton and Kim Basinger in The Informers. So much Olsen! Loves it.
After a pretty slow week we get to end things with a gorgeous George Clooney arriving and premiering his new movie at the Venice Film Festival. He certainly wasn't shy about sporting his salt and pepper scruff paired with a big smile - but we would expect nothing less from him! After riding the Ocean's 13 tidal wave this summer, he's shaking things up with Michael Clayton, a thriller that focuses on corporate corruption. We love seeing George's fun-loving comedic side on the big screen, but we can appreciate his more serious roles too. As long as he brings his charm and that adorable smirk, we're good to go.
The Princes of Wales organized a memorial service held in Buckingham Palace today to mark the 10th anniversary of the death of their mother, Princess Diana. We're happy to see that her life is still celebrated by her friends and family. - People
Lil' Kim got pulled over in NYC last night in her Lamborghini with no driver's license and no license plates. We may never understand why celebrities don't just get chauffeurs. - TMZ
A man has pled guilty to his plot to extort $1 million from Tom Cruise for stolen photographs of his wedding to Katie Holmes. Trying to blackmail a celebrity usually isn't a very good idea. - MSNBC
Despite accusations brought up by Courtney Love, Steve Coogan is denying that he had anything to do with Owen Wilson's suicide attempt. It sounds like Courtney and Steve have some issues of their own to work out. - Page Six
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Singer and actress Selena Gomez posed for pictures at the 2009 American Music Awards with a pretty pink smile on her face. She took advantage of the occasion and went glam; wearing a Talbot Runhof sequin dress with black strappy heels.