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Djimon Gaston HounsouBirth Date :
April 24, 1964Birth Place :
Cotonou, Benin, West AfricaClaim to fame :
As Horus in "Stargate" (1994)
Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou Debut First Pics of Newborn Son
August 06, 2009 03:08:59Celebrity parents, Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou, proudly debut the first pictures of their newborn son Kenzo Lee Hounsou in the latest issue of OK! Magazine. Her two daughters; Ming Lee and Aoki Lee from her marriage to ex-husband Russell Simmons also join the threesome in some of the snaps. The many pictures are dominated by white color.
In one of the pics, Kimora and Djimon are seen sitting next to each other as she holds baby Kenzo with both of her hands. In another shot, the threesome pose together alongside Ming and Aoki in what looks like to be a couch. They are seen smiling to the camera.
Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou Reveal Newborn Son's Name
June 04, 2009 03:06:40Proud parents, Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou, have decided on a name for their newborn son. Through the actor's representative, the pair let slip on Wednesday, June 3 that they name their baby boy, delivered on Saturday morning, May 30, Kenzo Lee Hounsou.
In addition to the released confirmation, Kimora also tweeted about her infant's name. She wrote, "Welcome into the world Kenzo Lee Hounsou. Kimora's + Djimon's baby boy..."
Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons Welcome First Child
June 01, 2009 12:06:27High profile couple, Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons, has become the proud parents of a newborn baby boy. A representative for Kimora confirms the matter, telling E! News the actress and model gave birth on Saturday morning, May 30.
No other details of the baby boy are publicly shared. Meanwhile, the representative has been quoted as telling several news media that both mother and baby "are doing great". Kimora herself has also tweeted about her infant, writing "It's a boy! Thanks to everyone out there for all your well wishes! More to come. Thank God. And God Bless! Kimora + Djimon Love & Light, KLS."
Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons Rumored Expecting Twin Boys
April 15, 2009 04:04:22Media Take Out breaks the news that Djimon Hounsou and his pregnant girlfriend Kimora Lee Simmons may be expecting twins. Speculation on that matter surfaces after Kimora reportedly orders a $20,000 custom made dual stroller from a trendy baby shop in N.Y.C.'s Tribeca neighborhood. The color of the stroller is baby blue, which ignites talks that the supposed twins are boys.
Djimon Hounsou, who is an actor, began dating Kimora Lee Simmons in 2007 following her separation from ex-husband Russell Simmons. News on Kimora's pregnancy with Djimon's first child emerged in January this year. And while both of them decline to publicly address the report, Kimora has been spotted sporting an obvious baby bump during numerous public outings. Her due date is not known though.
Red Carpet Rolled Out for 'Push' Los Angeles Premiere
January 30, 2009 03:01:32Less than ten days away from the theatrical release of "Push" in the U.S., Summit Entertainment held a Los Angeles premiere for the sci-fi action thriller. The studio rolled down red carpet in front of Mann Village Theater in Westwood, California on Thursday, January 29, to welcome celebrities attending the special screening event.
Spotted coming to the premiere were most of the film's cast ensemble; they were Chris Evans, Dakota Fanning, Camilla Belle, Djimon Hounsou, Neil Jackson, Maggie Siff and Ming-Na. On the occasion, Evans, Fanning, Belle and Hounsou also joined director Paul McGuigan on the red carpet and posed for the press line.
What Camilla Belle and Djimon Hounsou Have to Say About 'Push'
January 28, 2009 04:01:06As "Push" is counting down to its theatrical release in February, two of the sci-fi thriller stars, Camilla Belle and Djimon Hounsou open up about the upcoming movie from director Paul McGuigan. In a group interview held over the weekend in Los Angeles, the two discuss on the twisting plot of the movie as well as their experiences working for it.
Addressing the question about the complex storylines of "Push", Belle admits that she herself has trouble keeping up with the plot. "I remember a few moments where we all sat down and said, 'What happens? Where are we supposed to be going now?'" the 22-year-old actress fesses up, as quoted by Sci Fi Wire. "The plot itself is very confusing," she added. "We still don't understand exactly what happened."
Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons Expecting Their First Child
January 17, 2009 09:01:06US Weekly claimed in an exclusive report, made public Friday, January 16, that model and fashion designer Kimora Lee Simmons is pregnant with actor boyfriend Djimon Hounsou's baby. The baby will be the first for the couple should the report prove true.
Djimon and Kimora began dating in 2007. They initially sparked pregnancy rumors August last year after they were seen paying a visit into a New York obstetrician's office. Neither of them has commented on the US Weekly's report, and a representative for Kimora also refuses to comment, telling WENN, "No comment at this time."
Chris Evans Involved in Telekinetic Gun Fight in 'Push' Clip
January 15, 2009 11:01:07A two-minute clip from "Push" has been unraveled. Taking its focus on one of the main characters, the video footage features the time Chris Evans' Nick Gant gets into deep trouble when he decides to confront Djimon Hounsou's Henry Carver in a Chinese restaurant.
Walking into the restaurant, Gant firstly uses his telekinetic power to lift up his two guns in the air. After he comes face-to-face with the Division agent, he slowly lowers the guns to take aim directly at the heads of Carver and his companion. But, things go wrong when Carver slaps the gun away and his quiet companion starts attacking Gant, forcing him to fight for his life.
Kimora Lee Simmons Branded Pregnancy Reports 'Lies Upon Lies Upon Lies'
March 17, 2008 01:03:56Another day another denial from another Hollywood public figure. Kimore Lee Simons has turned down rumors she is pregnant with the child of actor boyfriend Djimon Hounsou, claimed all the stories the tabloids publish about her "lies."
The New York Post's Page Six reported last week that the fashion mogul was pregnant with Hounsou's baby. The Post cited an unnamed source confirming the baby news as saying, "She's pregnant". A rep for Simmons had no comment at that time.
Kimora Lee Simmons Pregnant with Djimon Hounsou's Baby?!
March 10, 2008 09:03:47Rumors are abuzz that Kimora Lee Simmons and boyfriend Djimon Hounsou are expecting their first child together. There has yet official confirmation from the couple, but the media is beginning to get wind of it.
The New York Post's Page Six reports that the fashion mogul is pregnant with actor boyfriend Hounsou's baby. The Post cited an unnamed source confirming the baby news as saying, "She's pregnant".
Stars Picked to Highlight Thriller Pic Push
August 22, 2007 09:08:22
Constructing a promising lineup of cast, filmmakers of "Push" have successfully signed bright talents of Chris Evans, Dakota Fanning, Camilla Belle, and Djimon Hounsou to all take starring parts in the movie, Variety has reported.
Story follows a group of young American ex-pats who possess telekinetic and clairvoyant abilities as they hide from a U.S. government agency in Hong Kong and band together to try to escape the control of the division.
Djimon Hounsou Able to "Get Some"
June 27, 2007 04:06:58
No doubt will bring highlight to the picture, Djimon Hounsou has signed on to have a starring role in dramatic feature "Get Some", the first movie greenlit by the revamped Summit Entertainment.
Also featuring Sean Faris and Cam Gigandet in the cast, the project focuses on a rebellious teen, played by Faris, who gets coerced into an underground fight club amid difficulties in adapting to his new high school.
Winners Named for the 38th Annual NAACP Image Awards' Film Categories
March 03, 2007 11:03:41
The awards season in film industry does still continues even though it has reached its peak on the Oscar ceremony last month as the American National Association for the Advancement of Colored People took its turn to unveil the recipients of its Image Awards on Friday, March 2 2007 at Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium.
Recognizing best achievements in filmmaking, the organization eventually handed out the top honor of best picture to "The Pursuit of Happyness" while naming Forest Whitaker of "The Last King of Scotland" and Keke Palmer of "Akeelah and the Bee" the best actor and actress, respectively.
Cameron Diaz Seen Canoodling with Djimon Hounsou
February 17, 2007 02:02:00
Newly single Cameron Diaz seems to have moved over from her split with Justin Timberlake. The actress who's been reported dating Kelly Slater was seen getting cozy with Djimon Hounsou, the "Blood Diamond" star, at L.A.'s Hyde Lounge on Thursday Feb 15th.
"It looked like the perfect post-Valentine's Day date," a witness tells People. "They were totally vibing each other, lip-on-lip action. Cameron looked so happy... Djimon followed her every move."
The 8th Annual Black Reel Awards Winners Listed
February 08, 2007 05:02:07
Consistent in celebrating the achievements of African-Americans in feature, independent, and television films since 2000, the Foundation For The Advancement Of African-Americans In Film's has delightfully picked up titles and names as the honorees of its Black Reel Awards yesterday, February 7, 2007.
Top scorer was musical drama "Dreamgirls" as it successfully swept six prizes altogether, notably the Best Film title with its star, Jennifer Hudson, taking home two of them for winning the Best Supporting Actress and Best Breakthrough Performance categories. Other three were awards for Best Original Score, Best Original Soundtrack, and Best Song for "And I'm Telling You."
The 79th Annual Academy Awards Contenders Announced
January 24, 2007 10:01:02
Closer to the peak of the award season, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has officially issued list of nominations for its prestigious Academy Awards, revealed by its President Sid Ganis and actress Salma Hayek yesterday, January 23, 2007 in Beverly Hills, California.
Though gave musical drama "Dreamgirls" eight nominations which thus made the flick the top scorer in the list, the organization surprisingly cast out the DreamWorks release from Best Picture slot, lining up "Babel", "The Departed", "Little Miss Sunshine", "The Queen", and "Letters from Iwo Jima" for the category instead.
The 13th Annual SAG Awards Nominees Revealed
January 05, 2007 12:01:28
Often considered a key indicator of films and figures vying for Academy Awards, the Screen Actors Guild unveiled yesterday, January 4, 2007 at the Pacific Design Center's SilverScreen Theater the list of contenders competing for honors at its 13th Annual SAG Awards, set to be held on date 28 the same month at the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center.
Picking up a range of films of different genres, the union gave three nods apiece to three acclaimed film features of "Dreamgirls", "Little Miss Sunshine", and "Babel", notably that of Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture which the all three are set against ensemble drama "Bobby" and mob saga "The Departed."
Winners Announced at the 2006 WAFCA Awards
December 12, 2006 11:12:23
Giving more buzz to the award season, Washington, DC Area Film Critics Association has picked up a number of notable names and titles to be deemed the winners of its 2006 WAFCA Awards.
Like the New York Film Critics Circle, the group cast its favor on 9/11-drama "United 93" for Best Film title while taking the same picks as the New York Film Critics Online in selecting "An Inconvenient Truth", "Pan's Labyrinth", and "Happy Feet" as Best Documentary, Best Foreign Film, and Best Animated Feature, respectively.
2006 National Board of Review Awards Winners
December 07, 2006 10:12:05
Holding the first major award event of the Oscar season, National Board of Review picked up notable film titles and names as the honorees at its 77th Annual National Board of Review Awards on Wednesday, December 6.
For Best Film 2006, the organization cast its choice on "Letters from Iwo Jima", the second half of Clint Eastwood's two-part look at World War II, placing it on the top spot of its Top Ten Film list which includes "Babel," "Blood Diamond," "The Departed", and "Little Miss Sunshine."
"The Trunk" Cast
October 18, 2006 02:10:49
Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou is attached to star in the drama "The Trunk." In companion with him, there are also the likes of Brian White, Boris Kodjoe and Thomas Krestchmann, all of whom attached as his co-stars.
Wrote the script for the film is Joseph A. Elmore Jr. with Sylvain White will direct. In hand producing are Scott Aronson and Melina Kevorkian along with Kodjoe and Brian White. Shooting reportedly will begin later this year in San Fransisco.
