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Sugar Bits - SATC Movie Sequel Confirmed!

PopSugarUK — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:00:00 -0800

Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis have officially signed on for the Sex and the City Movie sequel. - PopSugar
Angelina Jolie is apparently hoping to be pregnant by the Summer, with a source saying she's cutting down on junk-food, and taking prenatal vitamins. - OK! US
The BBC and Orange are to check Jonathan Ross's BAFTA Awards script line by line to ensure he won't cause any offence and there won't be repeat of Manuelgate. - The Sun
Blur will headline T in the Park and Oxegen festivals from 10-12 July, joining Kings Of Leon, Katy Perry and Snow Patrol, after their shows in Hyde Park 2-3 July. - BBC Newsbeat
The BBC has defended its decision to sack Carol Thatcher from The One Show, accusing her of refusing to apologise publicly for using the word "golliwog". Carol's agent claims she was dropped because she is Margaret Thatcher's daughter, and others have accused the BBC of over-reacting. - Independent
JK Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was the most popular book at British libraries in 2008, being borrowed 109,000 times. The House at Riverton by Kate Morton was second most popular and The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards was in third place. - Telegraph

Even Swine Flu Can't Stop That Harry Potter Magic

PopSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:30:53 -0700

Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint took a break from filming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and switched gears for a photo call promoting Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in London earlier today. Rupert had a rough weekend at home with swine flu, but it wasn't enough to keep him from hitting the red carpet with his pals. The franchise's much anticipated sixth movie hits theaters on July 15, which means there's about to be a new Summer blockbuster at the box office.

More of the HP kids if you read more.

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Rupert Grint Recently Recovered From Swine Flu

PopSugarUK — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:24:06 -0700

Rupert Grint's publicist has revealed that he has recovered from Swine Flu, after he had to take a week off from filming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

It was only a mild case of the illness, and he'll be able to attend the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in London on Tuesday alongside Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. The movie is released on July 15, and his spokesman said:

"It has just been confirmed that Rupert Grint has taken a few days out of filming due to a mild case of swine flu. He has now recovered and is looking forward to joining his fellow cast members at the premieres this week and will then return to filming directly afterwards. A spokesman for Rupert's doctor has confirmed that Rupert is no longer contagious or at risk of infecting others. Other scenes were shot which did not require his involvement and thus filming was not disrupted."

Chief Medical Officer, Sir Liam Donaldson, has stated that there may be more than 100,000 more cases of swine flu every day by the time September begins. Over 7,400 cases have been confirmed thus far, and four people in the UK have sadly died of the illness. We're glad you're feeling better, Rupert!

Harry Potter Stars Take to the Streets of London

PopSugarUK — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint are back in Harry Potter mode as they filmed scenes for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I near the Trocadero Center by London's Piccadilly Circus yesterday. The trio were joined by 400 extras to film the "cafe attack" scene. Emma spoke about how full-on filming is in Interview magazine, saying: "At the moment, we’re there at about 6:30 a.m., which means I’m picked up at about 5:45 a.m. We’re filming both the seventh and eighth movies at once". To help relax on set it looks like Emma's followed Keria Knightley's lead, as she was spotted kissing her boyfriend Jay Barrymore on location in Scotland over the weekend. To help with the wait for the release of the sixth film, check out the new trailer for Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Bring on 17 July!

To see more pictures of Dan, Rupert and Emma, just read more.

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Emma Watson Shares Views on Uni, Sexiness and Baring All

PopSugarUK — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 23:00:00 -0800

Emma Watson enjoyed a night out with friends at L'atelier Restaurant before the snow hit London this week. While we have to wait until 17 July to see Emma in Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince, the actress is about to join Daniel Radcliffe to start filming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows before studying English and Philosophy at an Oxbridge or Ivy League college. Emma's also found time to chat with the Mail on Sunday's Live magazine about sexiness, nudity and university. Here are the highlights:

On her background: "I wasn’t one of those girls who always dreamed of being an actress. I went to a normal school and then these film auditioners turned up when I was nine. Then I just fell into this whirlwind. I had lots of times when I thought: 'Woah, woah, hang on – I’m not completely sure about this.' I didn’t come from a background of films. I didn’t even really ever watch films. The fact is, my parents weren’t into that stuff, and neither was I."
On her Harry Potter costars: "Daniel (Radcliffe), Rupert (Grint) and me have been incredibly protected doing the Harry Potter movies. There seems to be this feeling that all of us were bursting to break out of these images we had created but that’s never been the case. We all share the same view. None of us court celebrity, none of us want to be part of the game."
On filming nude scenes: "I have no plans to do anything for the sake of it, or to shock people. I might be willing to take my clothes off for a Bernardo Bertolucci film, if it was a part that really made sense as part of my character. But I wouldn’t do it just to make a point, to move on from Hermione. I’d hate to be so tactical. I’m not just getting my kit off for anyone."

To find out what Emma had to say about the concept of being sexy, leading her life away from the cameras, and her plans for university, just read more.

On sexiness: "I find the whole concept of being ‘sexy’ embarrassing and confusing. If I do a photo-shoot people desperately want to change me – dye my hair blonder, pluck my eyebrows, give me a fringe. Then there’s the choice of clothes. I know everyone wants a picture of me in a mini-skirt. But that’s not me. I feel uncomfortable. I’d never go out in a mini-skirt. It’s nothing to do with protecting the Hermione image. I wouldn’t do that. Personally, I don’t actually think it’s even that sexy. What’s sexy about saying, 'I’m here with my boobs out and a short skirt… have a look at everything I’ve got'? My idea of sexy is that less is more. The less you reveal the more people can wonder."
On leading a private lifestyle: "I’ve never seen a 'good behaviour' clause (she refers to her reported Warner contract) – I honestly think that’s a myth – but I actually wouldn’t ever need one. It’s just not necessary. I’m not tempted by parties or drugs. I don’t actually like being drunk, particularly in public. But I do understand why people get sucked into a party lifestyle. I can see how it happens so I’d never criticise someone who gets into all that. It can get pretty tough. But you have choices in life. If I want to lead as private and as normal a life as possible I just can’t go there. So I don’t."
On university: "Jodie Foster did it, Natalie Portman did it. I think it’s entirely possible to juggle university with filming... I actually think going to university will make me a better actress. The experience of living like that, working to deadlines, living with other students. It’s all the things I want. There are actresses who don’t know about things like doing their own laundry and getting a bus. I’m not going to be like that. For me, this is just the beginning. I’ve only shown a little bit of what I can do. There is so much more to come."

It certainly sounds like Emma's keeping her feet on the ground, even with her huge success. You can read the full interview over at Live.

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Take a Peek Inside Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows!

PopSugar — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:45:51 -0700

Move over New Moon kids - the cast of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is getting down to business. Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint were hard at work on the second-to-last installment of the franchise in London yesterday. While we wait for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, take a look at our slideshow of what else we can look forward to from the movie series.

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Daniel and Emma Keep the Harry Potter Magic Alive

PopSugar — Tue, 12 May 2009 02:00:10 -0700

Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson took Harry and Hermione to the countryside to film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in Wales yesterday. We got our first peek at the set a few weeks ago but there were a few new additions to the cast this time. Helena Bonham Carter showed off her wizarding skills, though she carried her MacBook between takes instead of a magic wand. The kids have a busy few months ahead of them - in addition to filming, they'll also have to make the rounds for the sixth movie, which opens in July.

More of Helena, Daniel, and Emma so just read more.

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Helena Joins Dan and Emma For Harry Potter Filming

PopSugarUK — Tue, 12 May 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson swapped the streets of London for the beaches of Pembrokeshire to film the latest scenes for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Helena Bonham Carter whipped out her wand and joined the cast on the sand dunes of Freshwater West, where an awesome cottage has been built out of shells for the film. These pictures make me so excited for the final movies, and I'm really looking forward to seeing how the epilogue is filmed. Producer David Heyman has been inspired to try the aging technology used on The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, as he wants Dan, Emma and Rupert to play the older versions of their characters, saying: "I'd feel terrible about having other people take those parts at the last gasp". Would you prefer older actors or digitally aged versions of the trio?

Lots more pics of Dan, Emma, Helena and their costars, so just read more.

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Emma Watson Wears Supersize Sunnies and Smiles in LA

PopSugarUK — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Emma Watson flashed her gorgeous grin over the weekend, as she swapped theatre trips in the UK for the sunshine of LA. She's busy promoting The Tale of Despereaux, which is one of several big name films released this month. Check out the trailer and then let me know if you plan to see it or skip on my December films slideshow poll. Emma's also been chatting to MTV about her character in the movie, plans to go to university, Harry Potter, and future films. Here are highlights:

On the differences between Hermione and Princess Pea: "Hermione is a real tomboy. Princess Pea is very graceful, and she's more subtle. She's much more girly. I just felt really sorry for her. She's very alone."
On whether she's seen Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: "No! I'm dying over here. I literally can't wait any longer. I think I'll get to see it in January."
On her plans to go to university: "I may stay in the UK, but I'm also looking at universities in the States, on the East Coast probably. I've applied already to some schools over there."

To see what Emma had to say about her plans for the future, and Daniel Radcliffe's nudity, just read more.

On her plans for the future: "I'm attached to a film called Napoleon and Betsy, which will hopefully get shot in 2010. I've got the colossal final book [Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows] to finish off, and I'm going to university in September. I'm looking at scripts and auditioning. I'm very excited to do roles beyond "Potter." It's a very exciting time for me."
On whether she'd follow in Daniel Radcliffe's footsteps and bare all on stage: "I think Dan is incredibly brave. I would be completely terrified!"

I'm excited to see Emma's animated film: what about you?

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