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Christopher Whitelaw PineBirth Date :
August 26, 1980Birth Place :
Los Angeles, California, USAClaim to fame :
As Nicholas Devereaux in "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement" (2004)
Chris Pine Confirmed as the Next Jack Ryan
December 05, 2009 02:12:43Among several actors who were mentioned circling the next film about Jack Ryan, Chris Pine has successfully taken the lead role. Being met at the press conference of "Invictus" on Friday morning, December 4, producer Mace Neufeld has updated the status of his upcoming untitled Jack Ryan project, stating that the depicter of James T. Kirk in "Star Trek" is set to play Jack Ryan.
Beside giving information about the casting, Neufeld also shared a little about the story. According to the filmmaker, the next film will not be based on one of Tom Clancy's novels, but rather will be an original screenplay written by Adam Koxac [with a script draft by Hossein Amini]. "We pick him up when he's on Wall Street. But I'm not going to tell you the rest of the story...," he spilled about the plot.
Chris Pine and Tom Brady Among GQ's Men of the Year
November 18, 2009 11:11:30GQ Magazine's annual Men of the Year list has just been unveiled, giving the predicates of "Breakout of the Year" to actor Chris Pine and "Comeback of the Year" to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Both stars, thus, are featured on two different covers of the publication's upcoming Men of the Year issue.
In addition to Pine and Brady, there are also some other stars who make the list. Actors Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Ed Helms, who star in comedy movie "The Hangover", share the title of "Funnymen of the Year". Besides, there is also actor-director Clint Eastwood who is named "Badass of the Year."
Chris Pine Poised to Be the Next Jack Ryan
October 14, 2009 11:10:12The new face of Jack Ryan could be found in the form of Chris Pine. According to Variety, the actor who takes on the role of James T. Kirk in 2008's "Star Trek" has begun negotiations with Paramount Pictures for an opportunity to topline the reboot of the franchise which is based on the Tom Clancy novels.
On late Tuesday, October 13, the studio has confirmed the report. The statement from Paramount Film Group president Adam Goodman read, "Tom Clancy created an unforgettable character with Jack Ryan. With Chris in this role, we've taken our first step in creating a re-boot that lives up to the successful lineage of the franchise."
Chris Pine Will Possibly Join Denzel Washington Starring in 'Unstoppable'
June 05, 2009 01:06:29Having no plan to slow down when it comes to adding more resume into his acting career, Chris Pine reportedly will land a role in upcoming drama movie "Unstoppable." Breaking the news was Denzel Washington, who told MTV backstage at its 18th annual Movie Awards on Sunday, May 31, "I'm going to shoot a movie in the fall called 'Unstoppable' - me and Tony Scott - and Chris Pine's going to do it with us."
"I hope I'm not speaking out of line. I think they made a deal with him, and I'm supposed to meet him next week," Denzel quickly added. When asked to verify the matter, a spokesperson for The 20th Century Fox which produces the film told MTV, "We're in negotiations with him, but no deal yet."
Audrina Patridge Denies Dating Movie Hottie Chris Pine
June 02, 2009 11:06:17No truth to rumors of Audrina Patridge dating "Star Trek" hottie Chris Pine, the actress herself has insisted. "I'm single and I'm having fun," she told Access Hollywood on the red carpet of the 18th annual MTV Movie Awards on Sunday, May 31 when asked to comment about the on-going romance rumors.
Then quizzed about her being seated next to Chris during the star-studded awards gala, Audrina responded "I had no idea" when referring to MTV's seating chart. Pressed by Access Hollywood if she and Chris are good friends, the reality TV actress didn't give direct answer. She simply stated, "I'm single and I'm just here to have fun," adding, "I had no idea he was sitting there."
Chris Pine and Audrina Patridge Hooking Up
May 20, 2009 02:05:58"Star Trek" hottie Chris Pine, apparently, is wasting no time to get back on the dating scene as he is said to have been hooking up with reality TV star Audrina Patridge. They reportedly have been secretly dating since April.
Chris and Audrina's first meeting took place early last month while they were attending this year's ShoWest Awards at Tao in Las Vegas. "They both got awards and were at a dinner with friends. They said a quick hello," an insider tells In Touch Weekly. "That's where they met. Chris was looking at Audrina a lot, and you could tell that he thought she looked pretty - he was intrigued."
Chris Pine Looking for an Intelligent Woman to Date
May 08, 2009 02:05:30"Star Trek" leading actor Chris Pine says he is single and looking for a date, an intelligent woman. "I haven't set my phasers on anyone. I'm a single man. I'm a dating man," he says in an interview on "The Billy Bush Show". "I always love the company of a fine intelligent woman, so we'll see what happens."
Still in the same interview, Chris also mentions one minor personal secret of his, which is about what he wears under his pants. "Briefs!" answers the actor when he is asked of what he wears underneath his big screen costumes. "I'm a briefs man!"
Black Carpet Marks Star-Studded L.A. Premiere of 'Star Trek'
May 01, 2009 03:05:28Proving that "Star Trek" is one of the highly anticipated summer movies this year, the Los Angeles premiere for the sci-fi film has been flooded with many Hollywood stars. Big screen actors, small screen stars and TV personalities were all spotted walking down the black carpet that was rolled down in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater on Thursday, April 30.
Unlike its world premiere in Sydney that was attended by several of its cast members, this Los Angeles screening saw many of the film's stars. Chris Pine, Eric Bana, Zachary Quinto, Leonard Nimoy, Zoe Saldana, Anton Yelchin, Ben Cross, Bruce Greenwood, John Cho, Karl Urban, Simon Pegg and Winona Ryder were only a handful of the cast ensemble seen attending the premiere.
Chris Pine Pursues 'The A-Team' Role
April 14, 2009 11:04:02Having landed himself a role of James T. Kirk in TV-to-film adaptation "Star Trek", Chris Pine sets his eyes on another big screen adaptation of a classic TV show, "The A-Team". The 28-year-old confessed of his hope in joining the cast of the series' movie version to MTV when asked whether he had approached director Joe Carnahan for a possible reunion in the new project.
"We've talked about it," Pine admitted in his response to the question, adding that he would love to once again work with the director after previous collaboration in "Smokin' Aces". While his good look can land him the role of Lt. Templeton "Faceman" Peck, the "Just My Luck" star has another idea in his mind. "No, Murdock is my man," he insisted. "I love Murdock."
'Star Trek' Beaming Down in Sydney for World Premiere
April 07, 2009 04:04:34A world premiere gala for the highly anticipated "Star Trek" has been held by Paramount Pictures in Sydney, Australia. Taking place at Sydney Opera House's legendary Concert Hall Tuesday, April 7, the special screening event has been attended by many of the people behind the eleventh feature installment of the famous sci-fi series.
Beaming down in attendance were some of the movie stars, including Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Eric Bana, Karl Urban and John Cho. Most of them were seen displaying a sleek appearance by wearing black suits. Joining them on the red carpet were director J.J. Abrams and producer Bryan Burk.
Chris Pine Shares Truth Behind 'Green Lantern' Casting Rumor
April 03, 2009 02:04:15Becoming the center of conflicting "Green Lantern" rumors, Chris Pine finally set the record straight. Talking to MTV News, the star of the much awaited "Star Trek" put the brake on further speculation by confessing that discussions have indeed taken place, but no offer has been thrown.
"No, I had a meeting with [casting director] Pam Dixon and [executive producer] Donald De Line, but a meeting was all it was," the 28-year-old explained. Furthermore, the Jake Hardin of "Just My Luck" insisted that he never got the offer to play Hal Jordan, saying "I have not been offered squat. I do not have the part and haven't read a script."
'Star Trek' to Feature Kirk and Spock's Conflict for Common Ground
January 06, 2009 03:01:46Bits of the highly anticipated "Star Trek" have been discussed. Talking to The Wall Street Journal about the eleventh installment of the popular sci-fi movie, Chris Pine addressed issues from why he thinks the movie won't please everyone to the dynamic between his character and Zachary Quinto's Mr. Spock.
"I'm not well-versed in the Trek canon, but we're venturing into territory that's only been covered in these paperback novels they sell," the 28-year-old actor responded on the question whether J.J. Abrams' aim to make the movie for future fans may rattle Trek fans. He then added, "It's definitely not going to please everyone."
More Fresh Photos From 'Star Trek' Hit
October 17, 2008 10:10:02Following the recent outing of six revealing pictures from the upcoming "Star Trek", a number of fresher stills have been unveiled. Unlike the previous images which are mostly intended to give out as many of the action and adventure in the movie as possible, these newer images focus generally on some of the major characters. Almost all of the new images come out in courtesy of Entertainment Weekly (EW).
In respective order, the pictures posted below provide a closer take to Captain James T. Kirk by Chris Pine, U.S.S. Enterprise's science and executive officer Spock by Zachary Quinto, Romulan villain Nero by Eric Bana, U.S.S. Enterprise's physician Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy by Karl Urban, and U.S.S. Enterprise's staff physicist Hikaru Sulu by John Cho.
Chris Pine Positively Is Captain Kirk in Star Trek!
October 16, 2007 11:10:20The principal cast lineup for J.J. Abrams' "Star Trek" finally is completed now that there has come confirmation on who to play Captain James T. Kirk. "White Jazz" director Joe Carnahan has indicated via his official blog that Chris Pine has dropped talks for the role of Junior Stemmons in order to play the USS Enterprise commanding officer.
"I've been talking to him this past week and knew how tough the decision had to be for him," so Carnahan wrote. "You don't get opportunities like that often and I told him as long as he could control as much of that process as possible and not get sucked into doing lesser sequels as a result of taking this gig, then good luck and God bless."
Chris Pine in Talks for Star Trek's Captain Kirk!
October 10, 2007 03:10:47
Seems Paramount is going on the fast track in constructing the lineup of "Star Trek" cast. Just hiring Eric Bana as villainous Nero, the studio is learned by The Hollywood Reporter to have already got into discussions with "Just My Luck" star Chris Pine for a possibility to give him the role of the USS Enterprise captain, James T. Kirk.
On the same time, Pine reportedly is also in talks to take part in Joe Carnahan-directed "White Jazz", which George Clooney is set to topline. The Los Angeles-born actor will likely be billed as Junior Stemmons, the partner of Clooney's character, should deals are struck.
Five Emptying the "Bottle"
July 20, 2007 03:07:05
Set to board the same vehicle together, Eliza Dushku, Bill Pullman, Alan Rickman, Chris Pine, and Rachael Taylor are all poised to star in a dramatic feature telling about the birth of the Napa Valley wine industry, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed.
Titled "Bottle Shock", pic is based on the true story of California's Chateau Montelena winery, which won an international wine-tasting competition and put the region on the vino map. Filming is due to begin August 1 this year in Napa and Sonoma under the direction of Randall Miller who will helm from the script originally penned by Ross Schwartz that he rewrote alongside Jody Savin.
