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Amy Lou AdamsBirth Date :
August 20, 1974Birth Place :
Vicenza, ItalyClaim to fame :
As Ashley Johnsten in "Junebug" (2005)
'Julie and Julia' Gets Red Carpet Treatment at Los Angeles Premiere
July 28, 2009 04:07:43Red carpet has been rolled down for the Los Angeles premiere of "Julie & Julia". On Monday, July 27, the upcoming dramedy from Columbia Pictures held its special screening at Mann Village Theatre in Westwood, California, giving a chance to its stars and filmmakers to present the movie before it opens wide in August.
Coming to the momentous event representing the cast ensemble were two of its leading ladies, Amy Adams who stars as Julie Powell and Meryl Streep who portrays Julia Child. They were joined by several other cast members, including Chris Messina, Jane Lynch and Mary Lynn Rajskub.
Amy Adams Talks About Getting Married, Pursuing the Wrong Types of Men
July 15, 2009 10:07:53Movie beauty Amy Adams has been recruited as the cover model for the August issue of Allure magazine, to which she opens up about getting married and pursuing the wrong types of men. Despite being engaged to actor Darren Le Gallo since last year, Amy claims she is in no rush to start a family with Darren.
"We haven't even started with the date," she says. "I've been really busy, and I feel like a horrible fiancee that I haven't gotten swept up in the whole idea of a wedding. But I haven't." Contrary to her, Amy claims Darren can't wait to make their union official. "I think he was patient for the first nine months, but now that we have been engaged for a year, he's sort of, you know, 'This is going to happen, right?' " she reveals, adding "He understands I'm busy, but he's ready. He's much more ready for kids and stuff than I am."
Ben Stiller Encounters Napoleon Bonaparte in 'Night at the Museum 2' Clip
May 20, 2009 10:05:51Another fresh clip from upcoming comedy "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian" has arrived. Nearly one and a half minute long, the snippet unravels the scene with Ben Stiller's Larry Daley, Alain Chabat's Napoleon Bonaparte and Amy Adams' Amelia Earhart as the center of attention.
The clip starts with Bonaparte and his army seizing Daley. Stepping in with a dagger in his hand, the
French leader tries to insult Daley's short posture. But, much to his surprise, Daley talks back about the Emperor of the French's famous stature. When Earhart cuts their argument about the height issue, Bonaparte turns the discussion subject into women before finally forcing Daley to follow him.
'Julie and Julia' Welcomes First Trailer
April 30, 2009 09:04:15The first trailer of "Julie & Julia" is finally up for viewing pleasure. Posted at Moviefone, the promotional video introduces Meryl Streep as Julia Child and Amy Adams as Julie Powell. It also reveals that the two women though are separated by time and space, are going through a similar crisis in their lives.
Combining stories from both Julie Powell's book "Julie & Julia" and Julia Child's book "My Life in France", this drama film depicts events in the life of famed chef Julia as well as temp secretary Julie. While it covers the years Julia and her husband Paul spent in Paris during the 1940s and 1950s, it also chronicles Julie's trials and tribulations when she embarks on a year-long culinary quest to cook all 524 recipes in Julia's "Mastering the Art of French Cooking".
Jessica Biel, Beyonce Knowles, and Amy Adams Among 2009 Oscars' Worst Dressed
February 23, 2009 11:02:10Walking the red carpet of the 81st Annual Academy Awards wearing a white strapless Prada satin gown, combined with purposely-arranged messy hair and black shoes, Jessica Biel has been considered as one of the worst dressed actresses at the awards gala. Stopping to strike a pose for the camera, she was seen finishing off her look with a pair of long earrings and a black clutch.
In addition to Biel, Beyonce Knowles' form-fitting mermaid style black strapless gown with gold graphic detailing was dubbed as disaster too. No record on who designs her dress, but it is widely believed that the dress is of her mother Tina Knowles' collection.
2009 BAFTA's Red Carpet Appearances
February 09, 2009 10:02:59The 2009 Orange British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, held in London on Sunday, February 8, was a star-studded event despite the heavy rain. Big names in Hollywood movie industry showed up to the gala ceremony, including mega-watt couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
The longtime partners walked the red carpet together and drew huge cheers. Jolie was snapped donning a black silk crepe Giorgio Armani evening gown. She finished off her look with a pair of Christian Louboutin heels and a bracelet and diamond-studded earrings, both from Asprey. Pitt, meanwhile, wore Tom Ford tuxedo.
Complete List of Movie Nominees for 15th SAG Awards
December 19, 2008 09:12:44Announcing their nominees selection for the 15th Annual SAG Awards on Thursday, December 18, Screen Actors Guild embraced "Doubt", giving the John Patrick Shanley's drama the most nominations. In the announcement made by Angela Bassett and Eric McCormack, it was revealed that the movie received five counts, including nod for outstanding performance by a motion picture cast.
For the cast ensemble title, "Doubt" will have to face tough contenders, "Frost/Nixon", "Milk", "Slumdog Millionaire" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button". Beside the cast ensemble category, the movie about sexual and religious power struggles at a Bronx Catholic school in 1964 has also secured nominations for each of its major cast member, Meryl Streep for leading actress category, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams and Viola Davis for the supporting actor and actress categories.
'Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian' Set Visit Video
December 09, 2008 04:12:13Following the outing of "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian" photos earlier, a look into the set of the "Night at the Museum" sequel has been made available. Posted by Access Hollywood, the video entitled "On The Set" highlights on the interviews with leading man Ben Stiller and his new co-star Amy Adams.
In the video, it can be seen that Stiller, who reprises his role as the bumbling night security guard Larry Daley, begins by explaining that this movie is much bigger than the original. Few quick glimpses from the sequel as well as the shooting of several scenes with the two actors have also been shared in the behind-the-scene video.
Miley Cyrus and Zac Efron Among People's Choice Favorite Star Under 35 Noms
November 11, 2008 09:11:00Nominations for the yearly People's Choice Awards have been unveiled and young stars, like Miley Cyrus and Zac Efron, are counted among many of the award's contenders. Both Disney stars will compete for a new award category, Favorite Star Under 35, which is presented to mark the award show's 35th anniversary and People magazine's 35th year in existence.
Totally, there are 32 names listed in the new award category. Some other famous celebs who also make the list include Taylor Swift, Shia LaBeouf, Rihanna, Chace Crawford, Blake Lively, Eva Mendes, and Daniel Radcliffe just to name a few.
Amy Adams Engaged to Actor Boyfriend Darren LeGallo
July 25, 2008 10:07:13Amy Adams has confirmed that she's engaged to actor boyfriend Darren LeGallo, whom she's been dating for six years. The newly engaged couple, as her representative already confirmed, are planning to wed sometime next year.
Darren reportedly presented Amy with a diamond ring by Jean Dousset of Beverly Hills when he popped the question. It's unclear when the engagement actually took place.
Full Movie Winners List of 34th Annual Saturn Awards
June 25, 2008 11:06:09On Tuesday, June 24, night, the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films celebrated the top works done in science fiction, fantasy, and horror in feature film by handing out statuettes for the 34th Saturn Awards at the Universal Hilton Hotel in Universal City. Coming out as the dominating champion was Walt Disney Pictures' musical film "Enchanted".
Though the movie that blends live-action, traditional animation and CGI technique was earlier outshone by "300" which earned ten Saturn nominations compared to its three gongs, the Kevin Lima-directed movie managed to nail all of its counts making it to be the movie which brought the most prizes home. On the special night, it was hailed to be the Best Fantasy Film and its leading actress Amy Adams as well as its composer Alan Menken were given each kudo for Best Actress and Best Music respectively.
Patrick Dempsey Named People Magazine's Star of the Year
December 21, 2007 04:12:36Included on People's list of the Sexiest Men Alive of 2007 has led Patrick Dempsey to score a deal to be the new face of fashion house Versace's 2008 men's spring/summer line. And both achievements now earn him another title that is "Star of the Year."
The movie hunk, who's best known for his portrayal as Dr. Derek Shepherd on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy", was named People Magazine's Star of the Year on Thursday, December 20 after a stellar year, off and on screen.
12th Annual Satellite Awards Movie Contenders Unveiled
December 01, 2007 09:12:48Listing out notable titles and names, the International Press Academy (IPA) has revealed the nominations for its annually-held Satellite Awards, which will celebrate its 12th anniversary this year, submitting them all in twenty-two film categories of the event.
In the dramatic slot, acclaimed crime drama thriller "No Country for Old Men" gloriously shines through as it garners nods in the substantial spots, notably top prize Best Motion Picture - Drama. Pic, however, is pitted against strong competitors of "The Lookout", "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead", "Away from Her", "Eastern Promises", and "3:10 To Yuma" for the title.
Meryl Streep and Amy Adams Team for New Movie Julie and Julia
November 01, 2007 04:11:10Successfully courting two Oscar-recognized names, Columbia Pictures has assigned Meryl Streep and Amy Adams to both star in "Julie & Julia", its new big screen project based on Julie Powell's book "Julie and Julia: 365 Days, 524 Recipes, 1 Tiny Apartment Kitchen."
Streep reportedly will play famous real-life chef Julia Child while Adams is set to portray a mastercook wannabe. Story concerns on a frustrated temp secretary who takes a yearlong culinary quest to cook all 524 recipes in Child's "Mastering the Art of French Cooking." She then chronicles her trials and tribulations in a blog that catches on with the food crowd.
Hollywood Beauties Honored at Elle Magazine's 14th Annual Women in Hollywood
October 17, 2007 04:10:48Six Hollywood actresses and a filmmaker received special attention on Monday night (Oct 15) as Elle Magazine paid them tribute at its 14th Annual Women in Hollywood held at Beverly Hills' Four Seasons Hotel.
All profiled in the November issue of the magazine, they were Scarlett Johansson, Kate Bosworth, Jennifer Connelly, Amy Adams, Lauren Bacall, Diane Lane, and director Julie Taymor, whose latest work "Across the Universe" was smoothly released in theaters on September 21, 2007. The lineup thereby became a mix of young Hollywood and experienced veterans with 22-year-old Johansson being the youngest.
Now Online, the New Trailer of Charlie Wilson's War
October 12, 2007 10:10:01
It is not until December 25th later this year that Universal Pictures' "Charlie Wilson's War" will hit the theaters, but the new trailer for the drama flick is online now.
The trailer is available for view through movies.yahoo.com, ore else you can watch it below.
Kate Walsh Is Hollywood's Hottest Redhead
September 20, 2007 01:09:48
Kate Walsh earns a new predicate besides that of newlywed and actress. It's Hollywood's Hottest Redhead.
The movie siren is chosen the 1st in a poll conducted by In Touch Weekly magazine of Hollywood's Hottest Redheads. Taking the top spot of the poll, she's besting younger actress Lindsay Lohan who comes right at the 2nd spot and Aussie star Nicole Kidman who is ranked 3rd.
Amy Adams to Express Her "Doubt"
June 22, 2007 03:06:52
Eager to have one more Oscar-recognized talent in the lineup, filmmakers of "Doubt" are reportedly holding negotiations with Academy Award nominee Amy Adams to have the beauty joined the flick's cast, which has already included Oscar winners Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman.
Adapted from the John Patrick Shanley Pulitzer Prize-winning play, the drama concerns a Bronx Catholic school principal who confronts a popular priest upon suspecting him sexually harassing a black student. If deals are reached, Adams will likely play the pivotal role of a young nun caught in the tense confrontation between the two, portrayed by Streep and Hoffman.
Amy Adams Just Likes "Miss Pettigrew" Very Much
April 10, 2007 04:04:08
Not showing any signs to slow down in running her acting career, Amy Adams has landed a starring slot in "Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day", which Keylight Entertainment Group and Kudos Productions Ltd are developing for Focus Features to distribute.
Based on Winifred Watson's novel of the same name, the period tale revolves around a dowdy governess who gets a taste of glamour when she goes to work in the home of a nightclub songbird. Adams will play the singer while the title character will be portrayed by Oscar-winning actress Frances McDormand.
Amy Adams and Emily Blunt Doing "Sunshine Cleaning"
September 02, 2006 10:09:23
Two glowing, beautiful stars are ready to bring more light on to "Sunshine Cleaning." According to a report coming from Production Weekly, Amy Adams and Emily Blunt have given positive sign to join the cast of the project developed under Big Beach banner, the production company which recently earned success with indie hit "Little Miss Sunshine."
Budgeted at about $7 million, pic is expected to start production early next year with New Zealand filmmaker Christine Jeffs at helm and Glenn Williamson co-producing. The story will center on a woman who wants to send her eight-year-old son to a private school then concludes to enter the business with her unreliable sister in order to gain more earnings.
Amy Adams Gets Involved in "Charlie Wilson's War"
July 29, 2006 10:07:26
Another good leap has been made successfully by Amy Adams as the actress has joined Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, and Philip Seymour Hoffman to film "Charlie Wilson's War", so Variety has revealed.
Enhances the project to be a high-profile feature, Adams is last seen playing Ashley in "Junebug" which has led her to earn a best supporting actress nomination at Academy Awards held earlier this year. She is currently filming Kevin Lima's "Enchanted" for Disney and about to be seen next in "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby."
Winners of the 2006 Independent Spirit Awards
March 05, 2006 12:03:39
Another prestigious award went to Philip Seymour Hoffman as the actor has been named Best Male Lead at this year's Independent Spirit Awards held on Saturday, March 4. "It's ludicrous, and I've been given enough," he commented gratefully. "It's all nerve-wracking." His fellow thespian, Matt Dillon, also brought home one award for his winning in the Supporting Male category, accompanied by Amy Adams who took the same honor in female side. As for the Best Female Lead category, it's none other than the "Transamerica" star, Felicity Huffman, that finally nabbed the title.
In the meantime, gay cowboy movie "Brokeback Mountain" still shows its award dominance, taking the honor of Best Feature as well as Best Director for Ang Lee while its competitor at Oscar, "Good Night And Good Luck", only succeed in winning technical category of Best Cinematography. Complete list of winners can be accessed through http://www.eonline.com/News/Items/0,1,18491,00.html?tnews.
The 11th Annual Critics' Choice Awards Winners
January 11, 2006 08:01:47The gay cowboy romance flick "Brokeback Mountain" is a big winner at the 11th annual Critics' Choice Awards held Monday Jan 9. Gaining eight nominations, the movie gloriously brings home 3 awards, including the all-important Best Picture prize, which is considered a key Oscar prognosticator. Moreover, the film's creator, Ang Lee, also is voted the year's Best Director.
Meanwhile, the film's cast Michelle Williams is handed Best Supporting Actress award which she shares with Amy Adams of "Junebug." Paul Giamatti is the Best Supporting Actor thanks to his portrayal in "Cinderella Man." Best Actor award goes to Philip Seymour Hoffman of "Capote," while Best Actress prize goes to Reese Witherspoon of "Walk the Line." A complete roundup of the 2005 winners click http://www.bfca.org/nomineesWinners.html.
The New York Film Critics Online Awards Winners
December 12, 2005 11:12:49The 2005 New York Film Critics Online Awards meeting has been held on December 11, 2005. And here we provide you the list of the winners. Chosen as the year's Best Picture is "The Squid and the Whale," a dark comedy about the way divorce changes the members of a literary family. In the meantime, the Best-Director award goes to Fernando Meirelles for the African conspiracy thriller "The Constant Gardener."
Picked as the Best Actor is Philip Seymour Hoffman for his role in "Capote," while the Best Actress is Keira Knightley for her portrayal in "Pride and Prejudice." Oliver Platt, in addition, wins Best Supporting Actor for his action in "Casanova" and Amy Adams is honored the Best Supporting actress thanks to her role in "Junebug."
James Marsden Gets Enchanted
December 08, 2005 02:12:06Variety brings the news comes up. It's about James Marsden who reportedly about to join Amy Adams in Disney's "Enchanted." The actor has inked a deal to play the prince opposite Adams' princess in the Kevin Lima-directed romantic flick.
As of the story, "Enchanted" centers on a princess-in-waiting who is banished by an evil queen from the animation world of Andalasia to present-day New York City. Once there, pic turns to live action, and Adams' character attempts to navigate the city, finding true love in the process.
Amy Adams in Disney's "Enchanted"
November 15, 2005 04:11:44Amy Adams is set to have her fans enchanted with her new role in the upcoming animated adventure "Enchanted." It is a Disney romantic fable, written by Bill Kelly, which Kevin Lima is directing.
In the flick, Adams will play the princess-in-waiting who's banished by an evil queen from the cartoon world of Andalasia to the hardened world of present-day New York. The film turns to live action, and so does the princess. She attempts to navigate the city, find true love and save herself.
