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Famous as :

Actor

Birth Name :

John Christopher Depp II

Birth Date :

June 09, 1963

Birth Place :

Owensboro, Kentucky, USA

Spouse :

Lori Anne Allison (makeup artist, 24-Dec-83 - 7-Mar-86)

Claim to fame :

As Officer Thomas Hanson on FOX's "21 Jump Street" (1987-1990)

Johnny Depp Snags Million Pounds Deal for 'Pirates of the Caribbean 4'

October 06, 2008 02:10:00

is indeed reprising one of his memorable roles, Captain Jack Sparrow, in "" with one lucrative deal. According to Gordon Smart of The Sun's Bizzare, the 44-year-old will be earning as much as 32 million pounds to star as the treacherous and eccentric Pirate Lord of the Caribbean Sea.

This big payout has been given out by the mouse house because Disney allegedly need their Sparrow for the fourth movie. "It's a lot of swag but they just can't make another without Sparrow," an insider revealed. Reportedly, Depp's earning for the sequel tops 's 29 million pounds check for "" sequel, "".

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Johnny Depp Officially Aboard 'Alice in Wonderland' and 'The Lone Ranger'

September 25, 2008 09:09:42

has signed on what seems to be a multi-picture deal with Walt Disney Pictures. On Wednesday, September 24, at the Walt Disney Studios Showcase in Kodak Theater in Hollywood, it is revealed that the Academy Award-nominated actor will be collaborating with the mouse house in their three future projects, "", "" and "".

Through the studio's presentation, the 45-year-old has been outed as the erratic Mad Hatter in "Alice", the upcoming adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale, as well as the native American assistant of a masked Old West Texas Ranger, Tonto, in Jerry Bruckheimer-produced "Ranger". Adding to the fans excitement, Disney's Dick Cook also mentioned that the fourth "Pirates" movie is in the works hinting that Depp will once again pick up his Jack Sparrow role.

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The Riddler and Penguin Casting Rumors Confirmed by Michael Caine

September 09, 2008 09:09:53

"" actor, , has provided a ray of light in the midst of circulating rumors around the next possible foes for Batman and the actors who will play them in the next movie installment of the dark superhero. To MTV's Splash Page, the actor who played Alfred Pennyworth said that the studio have indicated that they want to cast as The Riddler and as Penguin.

At the 2008 Toronto Film Festival while promoting "", he spoke out about how he learned about what the studio have in mind. "I was with [a Warner Bros.] executive and I said, 'Are we going to make another one?' They said yeah," he tipped off. "I said, 'How the hell are we going to top Heath [Ledger]? And he says 'I'll tell you how you top Heath - Johnny Depp as The Riddler and Philip Seymour Hoffman as The Penguin.' I said, 'S--t, they've done it again!'"

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No Riddler Part for Johnny Depp, the Actor Revealed

September 01, 2008 11:09:55

, the eccentric Captain Jack Sparrow of "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy, is The Riddler no more. Comic Book Cynic has reported that in an interview with a Florida radio show, the 45-year-old Hollywood superstar has dished out the possibility of him being offered the part of Batman's nemesis for "" sequel.

Putting an end to the speculation while promoting the reunion gig for his band The Kids, Depp said simply, "Oh yeah, I heard about that. Not that I know of." Still, on imagining him playing the part, he confessed that the idea has tempted him for a while. "It seems like it'd be a fun gig for a while, yeah," he revealed. The rest of the interview can be heard below.

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Johnny Depp Reunited With The Kids for Charity Event

September 01, 2008 09:09:30

started off as a musician and he apparently never abandoned the passion. The actor who is famous for his portrayal of Captain Sparrow in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series, picked up his guitar one more time and took the stage to hold a charity concert for the second Sheila Witkin Memorial Reunion.

The monumental event that was held starting from Friday, August 29 over the course of two days, reunited Depp and his high school band mates The Kids in Florida. Depp who was dressed in ripped tee and jeans, played the band's old hits such as "Can't Believe", "Time to Explain", and "Babe" during a 90-minute play set.

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Heath Ledger's 'Dr. Parnassus' Co-Stars Donate Film Earnings to His Daughter

August 19, 2008 04:08:35

Sympathy keeps flooding in for late actor 's family members, most specifically his young daughter Matilda Rose Ledger, even months after his tragic death in January. Actors , and are those who show some support for the girl, giving her all the earnings they received from "" because Heath had not updated his will at the time of his death to include her.

Depp, Law, and Farrell, all of whom play versions of Heath's character "Tim" in the Terry Gilliam's fantasy-drama, willingly donated their payments from the movie to little Matilda over concern of her future. Serving as the film's director, Gilliam confirms the donation, telling The Sun the three actors "didn't take money - it goes to Heath's daughter."

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Johnny Depp and Philip Seymour Hoffman Eyed as Batman's Next Foes

July 31, 2008 04:07:21

Speculations of Batman's future villains apparently have moved on from which foes to be featured in the possible follow-up of "" to who are going to portray them. Following reports that has been eyeing the Catwoman role, latest report claims that and have also fallen into the filmmakers' list for the baddies in "Batman 3".

The two acclaimed actors allegedly have been considered to be starring as Batman's notable archnemeses, The Riddler who were depicted by in "Batman Forever", and Penguin played by Danny DeVito in "Batman Returns". "(Producers) are convinced that the role of the Riddler is perfect for Depp," a source revealed the rumor to Enquirer. "Johnny's a pro. He'll be able to take direction from director Chris Nolan and still make the character his own. And what better Penguin is there than Philip Seymour Hoffman."

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Johnny Depp to Be Tim Burton's Mad Hatter in 'Wonderland'

July 31, 2008 11:07:49

Having had memorable characters from the eccentric man with dangerous shears and scissors for hands to cut-throat barber in Tim Burton's movies, acclaimed Hollywood actor seems to haven't had enough of his collaborations with the director. Recent report regarding his future film project suggested that the 45-year-old is going to team up with Burton once again in "".

In the upcoming adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale, the Academy Award-nominated actor is said to be given the role of the erratic Mad Hatter. While most publications noted that the casting is still a rumor, especially with Disney have yet to confirm the report, MSN News Latin America via AICN has claimed that the star of "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy has become the second confirmed actor to work on the project.

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Meet Forbes' Best Paid Actors, Will Smith and Cameron Diaz

July 24, 2008 12:07:05

When it comes to celebrity money makers, and are the two bests according to Forbes magazine. Both movie stars top the publication's list of Hollywood's Best Paid Actors, besting their many other A-list fellow celebs.

On the male list of the ranking, based on salaries earned between June 1, 2007, through June 1, 2008, actor-comedian Smith seizes the No. 1 spot, raking in an estimated $80 million for his big-screen efforts. He's followed close behind at 2nd spot by movie hunk , earning a reported $72 million this year, thanks to his "Pirates" films. Tied for third spot are funnymen and , with each of them earns $55 million over the past year.

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No Truth to Johnny Depp Wedding Reports

June 13, 2008 02:06:20

A denial comes from 's representative. The rumors have been denied that the actor will wed longtime partner Vanessa Paradis this month.

Early last month rumors were abuzz that the couple and parents to two children have been planning to wed on June 14. It was claimed at that time that French singer Vanessa told Depp she'd like to get married.

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Miley Cyrus and Jonas Brothers Land Forbes' Annual Power List

June 12, 2008 10:06:26

Is young, famous, and rich, has become one of the young stars who makes it into Forbes' annual Power List. Thanks to her 70-date Best of Both Worlds concert tour, which was a sold out, as well as her millions of CDs, book deal, and movie projects that she could secure a spot in the publication's annual list of Celebrity 100, which ranks celebrities on money and fame, being ranked at No. 35.

Teen crooners the are also considered powerful, make the list at No. 89. The brothers, age 15 to 20, are praised to have taken in $9 million from touring, plus another $3 million from CD sales, merchandise and television deals.

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Johnny Depp and Tim Burton to Collaborate Again in 'Dark Shadows'

June 03, 2008 11:06:28

Together, and director Tim Burton have brought to the silver screen many remarkable and haunting feature films, including "Edward Scissorhands", "Sleepy Hollow" and "", and it seems that they may be on the path to once again collaborate for another movie. Recently, an interesting news surfaces suggesting that the two possibly are going to tackle a horror film project "".

Reports surrounding the 1960's Gothic soap opera-adapted movie speculated that the horror film will have Depp as the producer through his Infinitum-Nihil production house. Aside from producing the project, the 44-year-old actor allegedly is also eyeing on the part of Barnabas Collins. Still, the truth about those rumors remains questionable. However, if the speculations are true, Depp may end up teaming up again with Burton who is attached to direct the movie.

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Johnny Depp Getting a Part in '21 Jump Street' Movie

May 19, 2008 12:05:22

Who could separate from the hit '80s television series "21 Jump Street"? Though the actor has moved on to be one of the greatest Hollywood actors with three Academy Award-nominations and many blockbuster movies under his sleeves, nobody could forget him being the young Officer Tom Hanson Jr. in the drama series. Hence, it will only be fair if he gets a part in the upcoming "" movie and apparently the film's screenwriter Jonah Hill agrees.

In an interview with MTV, the "" star revealed that he has already prepared a part for the original star of the undercover young cop drama series. "We have an awesome thing for [Johnny] Depp, if he'll do it," Hill explained enthusiastically. "I don't know if he will or not, [but] it's going to be rad!" Still, the 24-year-old didn't share further details about the role opened for the "" star. Meanwhile, Depp has yet to give any comment on the offered part.

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Getting Married: Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis on June 14, 2008

April 10, 2008 01:04:39

Added fuel to the previously existent wedding talk, is said to have been planning to wed Vanessa Paradis on June 14 later this year. The pair, who have been together for ten years and already had two children together, have always insisted they don't feel the need to make their relationship official, but French singer Vanessa is now keen to walk down the aisle.

Vanessa recently told Johnny she'd like to get married, a source close to the Paradis-Depp family has stated. And Johnny, being the amazing man he is, is willing to make it happen. "Johnny loves Vanessa very much, and he said if that's what would make her happy, then he'd marry her," the source added.

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Ashley Tisdale Wants Johnny Depp to Appear in 'High School Musical 3'

April 07, 2008 11:04:36

Weeks after the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star has been rumored to be making a cameo appearance in the highly anticipated "", one of the film's stars hinted that the speculations maybe possible. According to reports, the 22-year-old actress has revealed her wish to have the 44-year-old actor guest appearing in the Disney's movie.

In an interview with Extra, the new face of Degree Girl dished out that the filmmakers behind the successful Disney Original Movie series should get the '80s teen heartthrob from television series "21 Jump Street" to guest star in the third installment of HSM. "I would love for Johnny Depp to be in it. He did say in an interview that his kids love High School Musical and he wouldn't mind doing a cameo," confessed the actress/singer. "We should really jump on that one."

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No Truth to Trojan Comdoms' 10M Dollar Offer for Johnny Depp

April 02, 2008 09:04:56

will not be appearing in condom ads. A representative for the actor has quashed reports that he's been offered a $10 million deal to be the new face of Trojan condoms.

The Dailystar reported Sunday, March 30 that Depp was expected to do a series of TV commercials for Trojan's new Magnum range. The Web stated that Trojan bosses believed the actor would considerably boost sales of their Magnum range, and help inspire an anti-AIDS campaign to send free condoms to less economically developed countries. Report on that matter was quick to spread all over the net.

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Johnny Depp Considered to Front Trojan's Magnum Condom

March 31, 2008 04:03:51

is wanted by Trojan bosses. The movie hunk reportedly has been offered a whopping $10 million to front a new ad campaign for the condom giant.

Depp, who's a father of two and a big advocate of safe sex education, is expected to do a series of TV commercials for Trojan's new Magnum range, the Dailystar reported. It is said in the Web that Trojan bosses believe the actor would considerably boost sales of their Magnum range, and help inspire an anti-AIDS campaign to send free condoms to less economically developed countries.

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Johnny Depp Directed Lover's Music Video

March 28, 2008 12:03:33

Actor has decided to combine his profession with his long-time partner Vanessa Paradis' job as a singer. The American actor has directed the latest music video from his French singer partner for the single called "L'incendie" aka "The Fire" in English.

The video has been premiered, taking a classic glamor theme and rumor has it that the man portrayed only in shadows is Depp himself. The clip shows Paradis singing in front of both an empty theater as well as packed small club, with her being stalked by a mysterious man. Towards the end of the video Paradis danced on the stage and lit fire on her every step, giving meaning to the song itself.

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Johnny Depp to Portray Eccentric Artist 'Dali'?

March 10, 2008 11:03:25

The star of "Pirates of the Caribbean" has been rumored to be eyeing the role of Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dali. According to New Zealand Herald, the 44-year-old Academy Award-nominated actor is going to depict the painter in the movie said to be entitled "".

Further, it was reported that the "" star is holding an open audition to seek for screenwriters as he wants the best possible script he could get. To the Australian publication, a source commented the scribblers audition saying, "He's open to working with anyone - from housewives to pensioners - if the script is right."

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Heath Ledger's 'Imaginarium' Role Filled by Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell?

February 15, 2008 04:02:44

Since 's sudden death, there are much speculation about the fate of his last film project "" and who will replace his position in the movie. AICN have come up with the recent casting news saying that the fantasy film has three Hollywood actors signed in to fill the role.

The movie news site claimed that it has been confirmed that , and have stepped into the project and is going to fill in the lead role left by the late actor. It was also reported that by doing the role, they are going to pay tribute to Ledger. They will also bring up their own interpretation of the character to the film.

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Johnny Depp's Singer Partner Caught Lip-Synching

January 29, 2008 02:01:45

French singer Vanessa Paradis has been accused of lip-synching when she performed at this year's NRJ Music Awards that was held on Saturday, January 26 in Cannes, France. The long-time partner of was caught mouthing her lyrics with no presence of microphone.

Paradis was due to perform her song 'O'J'Te Vois' when she went on-stage without her microphone, leading to speculations that she mimed her words. She was also slammed for a disappointing stage act sending an audience to say "I'm very disappointed. Her album is very good, but she acted as if she didn't want to be here."

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Johnny Depp to Replace Heath Ledger in 'Dr Parnassus'?

January 25, 2008 09:01:14

Missing their leading actor due to his sudden death last Tuesday, January 22, it was reported that the helmer of "" Terry Gilliman chose Ledger's friend to replace him. According to reports, the eccentric Captain Jack Sparrow in "Pirates of the Caribbean" series was hand picked by the director for the role.

A studio source told The Sun, "Johnny's not working at the moment so everyone is praying he will do it." Still, it was mentioned that though the role would be given to the actor, Ledger's take on the film won't be re-shot. The insider explained, "There is a point in the film when Heath falls through a magic mirror. He could change into another character after that and that is where Johnny would come in. It's a weird, fantasy, time-travel movie so Heath's character could easily change appearance. It would be a poignant moment."

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Johnny Depp Dreams of Playing Michael Jackson in Big Screen

January 19, 2008 11:01:57

revealed that he wants to bring the troubled King of Pop to the big screen. According to reports, the famous Jack Sparrow of blockbuster series "Pirates of the Caribbean" is hoping that he could play in a movie about the singer's life.

The Academy Award-nominated actor's dream was revealed as he clarified rumor about him modeled his eccentric character Willy Wonka from 2005's children fantasy film "" on the "Thriller" hitmaker. Contactmusic.com has quoted him saying, "I have heard that I based Willy Wonka on Michael Jackson before, but no, that was not my plan, I wish I had thought of that though."

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The Harris Poll's Annual Lists of America's Favorite Movie Stars and TV Personalities

January 16, 2008 01:01:17

The Harris Poll's annual lists of America's Favorite Movie Stars and America's Favorite TV Personalities are out and and are the two big winners.

Is a two-time Academy Award- winning actor, Denzel is the first pick on the Favorite Movie Stars list, making it his second year in a row to score the first spot on the poll. As of Ellen, her being picked as the number one Favorite TV Personality marks her first time ever to dethrone the chat-show icon who always tops the popularity chart in the past years.

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Johnny Depp Made $2 Million Donation to London's Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital

January 15, 2008 11:01:47

Won the Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy 2008 Golden Globe Award for his portrayal as the murderous barber in "" apparently puts in his best giving mood ever that he willingly makes a huge money donation to children's hospital.

The actor was reported to have paid a secret visit to London's Great Ormond Street Children's hospital on Sunday, January 13 and donated $2 million of his own money to thank staff for saving the life of his young daughter, Lily-Rose Melody Depp.

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Actor Johnny Depp Named Top Money-Making Star of 2007

January 04, 2008 11:01:42

Saw both of his 2007 film projects; "" and "" reached success in the market, has been named the "Top Money-Making Star of 2007" in Quigley Publishing Company's 76th Annual Poll.

This is the actor's second consecutive time in the number one spot. He first appeared on the list in 2003, coming in at number six and was placed second in 2005 and first last year.

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Patrick Dempsey Named People Magazine's Star of the Year

December 21, 2007 04:12:36

Included on People's list of the Sexiest Men Alive of 2007 has led 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.

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Empire Magazine Presents Its Pick of 100 Sexiest Movie Stars

December 07, 2007 01:12:46

Notwithstanding with her being labeled as skinny, has been chosen the 1st in a poll conducted by Empire Magazine on 100 Sexiest Movie Stars. Seizing the top spot on the list her sexiest moment, according to Empire, was "beating the hell out of in '' and then banging the hell out of him by way of apology."

Jolie is said by Empire "to have been precision built to turn cinema audiences into drooling wrecks. The pneumatic figure, the feline eyes, the lips that could have been stung by several hives of bees. Simply unimprovable."

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Johnny Depp to Play Famous Bank Robber?

December 05, 2007 10:12:23

might join forces with renowned director, Michael Mann to portray another infamous criminal. According to Hollywood Reporter, the "" actor has been discussing the possibility of him playing the role of John Dillinger, a great bank robber in the early 1930s, with the producer of "" for his new movie.

The yet untitled project, which is about crime outbreak occurring in the Depression period, is an adaptation from nonfiction book written by Brian Burrrough, entitled "Public Enemies: America's Greatest Crime Wave and the Birth of the FBI, 1933-34". It will be produced by Universal with and Jane Rosenthal as the executive producers, and Kevin Misher as the producer. The production of the movie is expected to begin in March and to take place in Chicago.

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The 50 Smartest People in Hollywood According to Entertainment Weekly

December 03, 2007 11:12:35

When it comes to acting skills, needless to say that Hollywood has many experts in the one particular field. But when it comes to "power," who actually is in charge? Digging deep into the issue, Entertainment Weekly has conducted a search of the people who are rocking the industry's world this year, "the people with ideas - innovative, creative, dangerous, renegade ideas - who are changing the way movies are made." The data, which took three months of constant research, are concluded in its list of 50 Smartest People in Hollywood.

Rounding out the Top 10 of the list are people from different areas of business, ranging from director/writer/producer to actor. Seized the top spot is Judd Apatow, followed close behind by Steven Spielberg and James Cameron, who both ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively.

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Johnny Depp Congratulates Longtime Partner Vanessa Paradis' Album Release with Vineyard

November 27, 2007 03:11:44

shows off his romantic side by presenting longtime partner and mother to his children, Vanessa Paradis, a very distinct present. Instead of giving her flowers, chocolates or even jewelery, the actor prefers to present her a vineyard as congratulations for her months of hard work recording a new album.

The vineyard the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star purchased is located in Plan de la Tour, France, close to the villa he shares with Paradis and their children, son John "Jack" Christopher Depp III and daughter Lily-Rose Melody Depp.

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Entertainment Weekly's Picks for Entertainers of the Year Revealed

November 26, 2007 10:11:07

Entertainment Weekly has revealed the picks for their Top 25 Entertainers of 2007, which is broken into such categories, as Most Popular, Valedictorians, Prodigies, and Class Clowns. Among them make the list are and actor , who both counted among the Valedictorians.

Jolie, who aside from becoming the mother of four children, is a famous Hollywood movie star has been included in the picks because, as claimed by Entertainment Weekly, her acting performances in 2007 were far more interesting than her private life, taking into account her movie credits during the year which among others include "" and "."

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People Gave Sexiest Man Alive Matt Damon the Ego Boost of a Lifetime

November 15, 2007 09:11:45

No stranger to accolades, is turning up the heat with his being handed the year's most prestigious honor of People's "Sexiest Man Alive," thus making him the 22nd recipient of the magazine's sexy title. Concerning his newly-attached title, the Oscar winning actor will grace the cover of the special double issue of the magazine which will hit stands by Friday November 16th.

" and have shamelessly campaigned for him since 2001, but all it takes is one look at Damon's piercing blue eyes, crooked smile and family-guy demeanor to understand why he has been chosen," the magazine said in a statement.

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Movie Contenders Announced for 34th People's Choice Awards

November 09, 2007 12:11:11

An annual event with a dizzying array of categories voted on by the American public, People's Choice Awards once again lists big names and titles of Hollywood film industry to vie for its trophies in its 34th edition.

In announcement made by the organizers Thursday, November 8, 2007, Universal Pictures' "" delightfully comes as the top nominee with four nods in total, most notably the Favorite Movie title. Three others are Favorite Action Movie, Favorite Threequel, and Favorite Male Action Star for .

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Spike TV's 2007 Scream Awards Winners Unveiled

October 22, 2007 04:10:41

An annual celebration of the best in horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and comic genres brought by Spike TV, the Scream Awards once again gave out recognitions to a series of proud titles and names on Friday, October 19 at Los Angeles' Greek Theatre.

Big winner turned out to be none other than phenomenal robot movie "" as it gloriously swept out five prizes in total, most notably Best Science Fiction Movie. Pic also won its two leading actors and the title of Sci-Fi Star and Siren, respectively as well as Best F/X and "Jump-from-Your-Seat" Scene of the Year.

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Movie Winners Announced at the 2007 UK Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards

October 22, 2007 11:10:48

Collecting more than three million votes, the UK Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards finally named its winners on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at London's ExCel in its first celebration, picking up a hit flick and two famous actors as champions in its film categories.

Deemed the Best Movie was animated picture "" of which original version "The Simpsons" series also snatched the Best Cartoon title. Meanwhile, the Best Actor and Actress prize went to and , respectively, the two beating out the likes of , , , and for the honors.

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Stars Make GQ's List of Most Stylish Men in the Past 50 Years

September 21, 2007 01:09:01

Monthly men's magazine GQ has made public its list of the Most Stylish Men and surprisingly it includes a few surprises.

Among the notable figures in the entertainment industry make the magazine's list of 50 Most Stylish Men in the Past 50 Years are the Academy Award nominated Italian film actor Marcello Mastroianni, musicians and , and actors Steve McQueen and .

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2007 Teen Choice Awards Movie Winners Unveiled

August 27, 2007 12:08:49

The teens finally made their choices on their most favorites this year as the 2007 Teen Choice Awards delightfully listed out its winners in the ceremony taking place Sunday night (August 26) at Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Coming out as the big winner in movie categories was summer blockbuster flick "" for it not only was named Choice Movie: Action Adventure but also led its stars , , and to take the titles of best action adventure actor, actress, and villain, respectively.

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The 2007 UK Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards Film Nominees Listed

July 31, 2007 11:07:21

Bringing out the ceremony for the first time in history, organizers of this year's UK Nickelodeon Kid's' Choice Awards have neatly lined up contenders in the film categories for fans to vote from now and pick up their favorites to determine the bests.

In the top slot of Best Movie, film sequels are playing majority here as "", "", and "" are all placed in alongside "", which just took its U.S. debut last Friday, July 27.

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Johnny Depp Lives Under the "Shadows"

July 28, 2007 10:07:55

Obviously still in Warner Bros. Pictures' favor, has added one more film feature to work on together with the studio through his Infinitum Nihil shingle.

The two reportedly are set to develop "" based on a 1960s supernatural TV series of the same name created by Dan Curtis. Over 1,225 episodes, the show was recognized as a highly atmospheric, spooky soap that featured gothic horror staples like vampires, monsters, witches, werewolves, ghosts, and zombies.

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Oprah Winfrey Tops Forbes' Annual Celebrity 100 Power List

June 15, 2007 02:06:12

Taking into account the fact that she's rich, famous and generous, surely people will agree that does deserve the top position on Forbes magazine's "100 Most Powerful Celebrities" annual list. The US talk show queen securing the top spot from , with an estimated income of $260 million over the past 12 months. She last topped the list in 2005.

Cruise, the world's No. 1 star last year, has to unfortunately drop to No. 8 with his overall paycheck totaling a mere $31 million. That's a bad record for the actor. The 2nd slot on the list is filled by golf ace who's raking in 100 million dollars this year, making a record an athlete has earned that much in a single year.

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Brad Pitt Is the No. 1 Dad According to Life & Style

June 08, 2007 03:06:12

Is handsome, rich, and has a high rising acting career, does have everything that every man would envy. Good at acting, the actor and father of four has the "it" factor that makes him tops Life & Style's list of Hollywood's Top 10 Dads. Praised for "doing it all" for his kids, the hunk also is credited for "loving what he's doing for them". That's the reason why he's the No. 1 Dad after all.

Comes in 2nd place is the "" who's cited to not letting her daughter Ruby out of his sight. Senior actor is on the 3rd spot for "tying the knot with his kids." Violet's daddy is ranked 4th for making her laugh and becoming her "big Teddy Bear". Finishing the Top 5 is who once shared the spotlight with his "" co-star, son Jaden.

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The 2007 MTV Movie Awards Winners Named

June 04, 2007 11:06:14

Summer sure is still a great period to celebrate an award event and for young generation of moviegoers, it's undoubtedly the time to once again get to know who and what come out as the best at MTV Movie Awards this year, held Sunday, June 3 at Universal City's Gibson Amphitheatre.

Taking the spotlight during the ceremony was Walt Disney Pictures' "" which not only got deemed Best Movie, but also won its lead star the Best Performance honor. However, the big winner turned out to be as the British actor triumphantly swept two golden popcorns in Best Comedic Performance for "" and Best Kiss for "", the latter being shared with fellow funnyman .

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Actor Johnny Depp Plans to Marry Longtime Girlfriend Vanessa Paradis This Summer

May 10, 2007 11:05:04

, finally, feels ready to start a family. The actor has openly revealed his plan to marry girlfriend Vanessa Paradis after being together for a long time.

Depp and Paradis, spurred by their daughter's recent illness, said they decided to marry in France, where they live.

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Contenders Unveiled for the 2007 MTV Movie Awards

May 01, 2007 12:05:43

The coveted Golden Popcorn trophies once again set to be handed into the rightful ones as MTV has just revealed its list of nominees for this year's MTV Movie Awards, which it will air live for the first time ever from Universal City's Gibson Amphitheatre on June 3.

Picking up titles of various genres for the competition, the network surprisingly gives large portion attention to epic saga "", granting the Zack Snyder-directed flick a total five nods, notably Best Movie and Best Performance for lead star .

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Harvey Weinstein Eyeing All-Star Cast for "Nine"

April 18, 2007 02:04:29

Seems to be pretty ambitious in developing the recently-announced "", The Weinstein Co. co-chairman Harvey Weinstein reportedly is determined to have some Hollywood's biggest names in the cast of the musical project.

The movie mogul has been spotted to remark that he would like A-list actresses of , , , , , plus to fill in the six major female roles of the picture, and appears to take it rather lightly in dealing with their salaries.

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The 5 Most Powerful Actors on the Planet According to US Magazine Newsweek

April 04, 2007 01:04:32

is Britain's Best-Dressed Man. , in the meantime, is the Sexiest Woman. And when it comes to the most powerful actor, is the champion. US magazine Newsweek places the actor on the very top position of its annual list of Most Powerful Actors on the Planet.

The magazine's list is based on how much money the actors' films take on their opening weekends. To date, Smith's films have raked in £2 billion at box offices around the world, and studio heads all say that having him star in their films pretty much guarantees they will have a surefire hit on their hands.

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Johnny Depp and Antonio Banderas to Appear in "Sin City" Sequels?

March 28, 2007 10:03:39

Is it possible to see the "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" duo of and take part in the "Sin City" franchise? To helmer Robert Rodriguez, who directs all the movies, the answer could simply be 'yes.'

In an interview about two future adaptations of the Frank Miller popular graphic novel held by MTV, the famed filmmaker has hinted that "" will likely be made based on "Hell and Back" storyline while revealing to have Depp in mind to assume the lead role of Wallace in the project.

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Johnny Depp's Daughter Was Lucky to Survive a Battle with Deadly E.coli Virus

March 24, 2007 09:03:47

Lily-Rose, the daughter of and his longtime partner Vanessa Paradis, is said to survive a battle with the deadly E.coli virus.

The seven-year-old girl was hospitalized in London earlier this month suffering a mystery illness. It was reported at that time that she had contracted blood poisoning after stepping on a rusty nail. Despite all the persistent rumor, a member of the production crew on Depp's new movie "" claims Lily had the deadly E.coli virus, which caused her kidneys to shut down.

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Johnny Depp's Daughter Discharged from Hospital

March 16, 2007 04:03:34

Now that the little girl has been discharged from hospital, her actor father and the whole crew might get prepared to start shooting again. Lily-Rose, the daughter of and partner Vanessa Paradis, has been discharged from a London based - hospital after a scary attack of blood poisoning.

Lily-Rose was admitted to London's Great Ormond Street Hospital at the end of February. The child's exact ailment is being kept under wrap for the family's privacy.

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Nominees Revealed for The 20th Annual Kids' Choice Awards' Movie Slots

March 15, 2007 03:03:26

An award event in which winners are voted by the children who watch Nickelodeon cable channel, the Kids' Choice Awards has finally unveiled its lineup of nominees for film categories as it is held for the twentieth time this year.

Competing for the title of Favorite Male Movie Star are four well-known talents of , , , and while those like , , , and all scoring in the Female side.

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Actor Johnny Depp Calling It Quits from Acting Due to Daughter's Illness

March 14, 2007 10:03:12

Acting is everything for him, but as for now on his focus is just his ailing daughter. Becoming a father, is taking full responsibility to his family and that's why he decided to put the brake on his acting career until daughter Lily Rose is well again.

The actor had been working on the drama thriller "" in Britain before seven-year-old Lily was admitted to a London hospital two weeks ago. The unfortunate, sadly, has caused the production of the film put on hold until Lily makes a full recovery.

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Johnny Depp's Hospitalized Daughter "Doing Much Better"

March 09, 2007 10:03:06

can for now on feel a bit relieved as her daughter, who has reportedly fallen ill in England, is "doing much better."

"We are happy to report that their daughter is doing much better," Depp's rep, Robin Baum, said in a statement. "The family greatly appreciates the continued support and respect of their privacy."

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The Top 100 Sexiest Stars of All Time According to BBC's Channel 4

February 26, 2007 10:02:57

No one would doubt the fact that is sexy. The actress and mother has just been voted the Sexiest Star ever in an online poll for the BBC's Channel 4 "100 Greatest Sex Symbols" special which aired on Saturday Feb 24th.

"I don't think there's one person that would say no to Angelina, in bed or just having a cup of coffee with her," Jolie's former girlfriend, Jenny Shimziu, commented. Chosen 2nd is the late King of Rock and Roll , while is the 3rd.

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Johnny Depp Learns "How The Dead Love"

February 15, 2007 03:02:05

The list of film productions handles keeps growing on and on. After those like "" and "", the versatile actor has added one more into the lineup, only this time it turns out to be an animated feature.

According to TMZ.com, Depp is poised to both produce and voice the main character of "", a project based on four of Charles Bukowski's short stories. The flick actually had been in the works for a while under the title "The Way the Dead Love" with Bruce Wagner penning the script yet Depp is likely to present a different version of the film instead.

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Johnny Depp to Play Freddie Mercury Onscreen

January 30, 2007 03:01:33

Seemingly tends to once again portray a non-fictional character on screen after that in "", is reported by MTV to be in early negotiations to play Freddie Mercury of in a biopic about the man produced by 's Tribeca Productions.

Hopes are coming from Jeffrey Shapiro, drummer for Queen tribute band Under Pressure, for the versatile actor to earn the role as he considers him to be the "perfect choice" in bringing the singer to the big screen.

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America's Favorite Movie Stars in 2006, Per the Harris Poll

January 17, 2007 11:01:04

Another year, another favorite. Move over because people have their new favorite. It's . The Hollywood hunk has been chosen the No. 1 America's Favorite Movie Star in the nationwide Harris Poll of 1,147 U.S. adults surveyed online by Harris Interactive between December 12 and 18, 2006.

Dropping from number one to number two is Hanks, while movie legend remains in third place. Tough guy jumps up two spots to fourth place. Next on the poll is who along with actress tie for the 5th spot.

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Warner Bros. and Johnny Depp Tracing the Death of Litvinenko

January 13, 2007 09:01:59

Preserving their good relationship in producing films, Warner Bros. Pictures is teaming up once again with 's Infinitum Nihil to develop a big screen feature based on an published novel titled "Sasha's Story: The Life and Death of a Russian Spy" following the studio's acquisition of its film rights.

Set to be penned by New York Times London bureau chief Alan Cowell, the book deals with the mysterious death of former KGB agent Alexander Litvinenko, who was poisoned in late November 2006. Litvinenko had long been known to be very vocal in alleging FSB, the successor to KGB, as the one behind the Russian apartment bombings in 1999.

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Winners at the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards

January 10, 2007 11:01:35

and , the leading actors of the box office hit "", won big at the 33rd annual People's Choice Awards, held Tuesday night January 9th. Won the award for Favorite Male Movie Star for "Pirates", Depp also brought home two more additional awards, which were for Male Action Star and On-Screen Matchup that he shared with Keira.

As of the flick itself, it secured the Best Movie and Best Movie Drama awards. As of the Movie Comedy category, the award went to "", while chosen as the Family Movie was "".

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Johnny Depp Developing Four Book-Based Flicks

December 15, 2006 10:12:03

Bringing his production company Infinitum Nihil to higher degree, is teaming up with Graham King's Initial Entertainment Group to produce not only one but four film features of different genre based on writing works of acclaimed authors.

Though the Infinitum execs have carefully stressed that the Oscar-nominated actor will only produce- not star, hopes still arise that the projects can turn into starring vehicles for the versatile star.

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People Magazine's Sexiest Men Alive for 2006

November 16, 2006 09:11:24

Last year he was sexy, and as for now on he's still sexy. At least people still consider him so. is charming, but most of all he is sexy, and apparently the actor has been named People's Sexiest Man Alive for 2006. This is the second time that he gets the predicate after he was given the honor a year ago for the same title.

"Brad's going to be upset," the 45-year-old Oscar winner told People in its special issue. Also two-time winner, sadly only makes it at number 15. Listed on People magazine's annual survey including actor who comes in second spot, and in third. , to follow, secures the 4th position ahead of at number five.

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The 2007 People's Choice Award Nominees

November 08, 2006 01:11:25

Puff. It is a tough race indeed. With the likes of Hollywood's A-listers, including , , , , , and , on the list of the 2007 People's Choice Award nominees, it is hard to predict who'll be the winner.

As of Aniston, Berry, and Bullock, they are all vying for Favorite Female Movie Star award. Elsewhere, Depp, Hanks, and Washington they are competing to win the Favorite Male Movie Star prize. Meanwhile, the Favorite Leading Lady nominees include , , and .

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Leonardo DiCaprio Finishes at No. 1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of October 2006 Edition

November 02, 2006 05:11:34

Apparently, it's still hard indeed to shake off the male domination on AceShowbiz Celebrity Buzz so far as the list's top spot honor once again goes to another Hollywood actor, who, not very surprisingly, turns out to be .

Follows the footsteps of previous chart-toppers like , , and , the striking guy's success to claim the rank surely cannot be separated from the hype surrounding his latest vehicle "" which sees him stunningly portray a cop working as a mole inside a mob syndicate.

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Helena Bonham Carter Is Mrs. Lovett in "Sweeney Todd"

October 18, 2006 02:10:29

Tim Burton has booked to co-star with in his upcoming direction "".

In the DreamWorks Studios and Warner Bros. co-production of the Stephen Sondheim musical, the actress will play the diabolical meat pie-maker Mrs. Lovett.

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Actor Johnny Depp Is Getting Married?

October 11, 2006 09:10:14

What is it about that's so hot? It is his being reported to marry longtime girlfriend, French actress and singer Vanessa Paradis.

Rumor has it that the "Pirates of the Caribbean" actor and his girlfriend of eight years, Vanessa, are planning to get married at their home in the South of France next summer.

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List of Spike TV's Scream Awards Winners

October 09, 2006 11:10:14

"Scream Queen", that's the new predicate gets during Spike TV's Scream Awards 2006 ceremony held October 7th. The British actress garnered one of the ceremony's top individual awards for her part as the beautiful vampire heroine Selene in the vampire action film "".

Elsewhere, fellow actress was presented with the event's "Sexiest Superhero" award for her portrayal of the Invisible Woman in "". This summer's blockbuster "" was another big winner, grabbed four awards for Best Fantasy Movie, Best Sequel, Best F/X, and Most Heroic Performance as well for actor .

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Johnny Depp Snatches the Top Spot on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of September 2006 Edition

October 02, 2006 05:10:31

Looks like 's charisma has grown stronger. Known for his brilliant acting flair and captivating look, the striking actor has really won numerous favors this time to claim the no.1 slot on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of September Edition, replacing who now has to go one step down as the runner-up of the list.

Coming up to the third and fourth position are popular music artists and , both delightfully escalating a few notches from their last month positions followed by another young singing talent on number five. What's interesting here is that the "Beautiful Soul" singer previously was placed far below on the #60, so this certainly is such a great leap for this New Yorker to make.

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Jim Uhls Penning "Rex Mundi" for Johnny Depp to Star

September 22, 2006 12:09:04

"Fight Club" screenwriter Jim Uhls gets a big work to do. The Los Angeles Times reported that the man has been hired to adapt a series of graphic novels into a feature as a vehicle for to star in and produce via his Infinitum Nihil production company.

Entitled "" just like the series' name, the project is likely to also present a tale of murder, sin, and redemption that the original version has thoroughly described. "It's a noir-ish Raiders of the Lost Ark," so Uhls revealed to the Times. "There are murders and a mystery, and the lead character discovers a massive conspiracy, biblical in its origin." Depp himself is said to portray a pathologist investigating the death of a priest who found him as an orphan.

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Johnny Depp Not Starring in "Legend"

September 21, 2006 09:09:12

Concerning the tidbit reporting "" star being attached to "" last July, it turns out that the actor's inclusion is apparently not true for IESB.net has revealed that Depp actually never signed on to the project.

With this confirmation, there thus will be no collaboration between Depp and , who has officially been billed to play the lead role in the feature. As for the movie, it has also been reported that its story will be closer to a 1971 adaptation titled "The Omega Man" rather than the original 1954 novel written by Richard Matheson.

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The 2006 Teen Choice Awards Winners

August 22, 2006 09:08:46

The adventure, action, comedy "" was the big winner at this year Teen Choice Awards, held Sunday August 20th in Los Angeles.

Nabbing seven awards all at once, the highly anticipated movie won the categories of Choice Movie, Action Adventure; Choice Movie Actor, Drama/Action Adventure for ; Choice Rumble; Choice Drama / Action: Adventure Movie of the Summer; Choice Sleazebag for ; Choice Hissy Fit and also Choice Scream which both were given to .

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Johnny Depp and Tim Burton's Sixth Project Together

August 17, 2006 10:08:09

and Tim Burton are back together for their new movie project, "". Sitting as the director, Tim Burton is ready to direct Johnny Depp who plays the main character, the legendary barber and serial-killer, who cuts his victim's throats with a straight razor.

The new movie, which will be co-produced by DreamWorks and Warner Bros., will be adapted from the modern musical thriller "Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," with songs originally composed by Tony-winning Stephen Sondheim.

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Brandon Routh Still No.1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz July 2006 Edition

August 02, 2006 01:08:51

Looks like the charm of still works its magic effectively this time. Continuing to draw vast public attention, especially through his impressive portrayal of the titular hero in "", the actor has successfully maintained his position on the top spot of AceShowbiz.com's Celebrity Buzz of July 2006 edition, marking his second time in a row to be the best on the list.

On the second place, here comes who goes up one step higher from last month's position followed by newcomer at 3rd, much thanks to his memorable reprised portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in this summer's box office hit "." Great boost also strikes the beautiful as she bounces 13 ranks from her last-month position to be the 4th best. Seating on the 5th rank is another newcomer, , whose marriage to sadly encountered its end in July.

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Johnny Depp Bestowed Top French Honour

July 08, 2006 11:07:43

Hollywood movie star adding one more award to his collection as he's been granted Paris' Grand Medaille de Vermeil, an award given to those who demonstrate devotion to the city.

The actor was handed the award, known as the highest honor for achievement in the French capital, by the Mayor of Paris, Bertrand Delanoe at the French premiere of his new film, "".

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Depp Attached to "I Am Legend"

July 01, 2006 01:07:41

So it now makes two to make "" as has given positive sign to star alongside in bringing up the project to the big screen, BlackFilm.com has reported. The talented actor probably will be given the role of Ben Cortman, the neighbor of the film's protagonist, Robert Neville played by Smith.

Directed by "" helmer Francis Lawrence, the picture is based on Richard Matheson's book which describes Neville as the last living man on Earth surrounded by throng of vampires who are all hungry for his blood. The story follows Neville as he stalks the sleeping undead in the daylight while trying to save himself from being the vampires' victim at night.

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"Rogue's Gallery: Pirate Ballads" Slated for August 22 Release

June 30, 2006 02:06:53

Looking upon the success of "Pirates of the Caribbean", the movie director decided that it, though, as yet enough. Thus, having such realization Gore Verbinski then lends his hand at singing.

And with the help of and Hal Willner, the threesome then join forces with Anti Records to create "Rogue's Gallery: Pirate Ballads, Sea Songs & Chanteys," a two-disk CD with more songs about the sea and pirates.

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The Exclusive Live Webcast for the Premiere of "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest"

June 23, 2006 04:06:22

It is just the matter of hours towards the premiere of one of this year's highly anticipated movies, "". The good news is that Disney is collaborating with MSN® Video to also broadcast the premiere on an exclusive live webcast for worldwide audiences to join. The premiere is held at the Disneyland Park on Saturday, June 24, from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. PT. On-line audiences can access the live webcast on MSN.

The MSN "Dish Diva", Taylor Johnson is going to host the live webcast along with a historian from Disneyland and a Disney Imagineer. The hosts will report from different remote locations at the premiere's red carpet. Audiences need not to worry upon the chance of missing interviews, since the webcast also covers interviews on the red carpet with the A-list celebrities. In addition, worldwide audition joining the premiere through the MSN webcast will also enjoy the fun and exciting history of Disney's attraction, which is apparently the movies' inspiration.

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The Follow-Up for the Long-Postponed Movie Plan of Marlon Brando, the Legend

June 19, 2006 03:06:12

The fans of the late Marlon Brando should cross their fingers that the postponed Brando's screenplay can finally start the production. The plan was actually set as the mark for the legend's return to the silver screen, but was then a totally delay due to the returning star's death back in July 2004.

After since, the planned "Brando and Brando" remained as a "closed-case" for the Tunisian director, Ridha Behi, who actually aimed in making the movie as his English-language debut.

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Depp Is Always Ready for Some Pirates More

June 19, 2006 01:06:21

The sequels of Pirates of the Caribbean, "", hitting the silver screen this coming July, might not, yet, be the goodbye-session for the 90s TV series, 21 Jump Street, calm and tranquil star, .

Depp said that he is so into giving another blast performance for Pirates 4, or 5 or even 6 if the script is another convincing one.

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Johnny Depp's "Shantaram" Looses Director

June 16, 2006 11:06:53

The movie telling the story of a heroin addict-and-fugitive found the director truly runs away from the project starting its production in the spring of 2007. Peter Weir has left the project after several irreconcilable differences in the interpretation with Warner Bross, Graham King and as the producer in adapting the Gregory David Robert's 944-page novel, "". Weir was a qualified choice then, due to his respectively easy-going behavior.

The quest for new director is still ongoing, without any doubt that the production will be able to start on its targeted time instead of meeting a total cancellation. So far, the search has reached the exotic India and the land of Europe (Spain and the UK).

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The Best Autographer in Hollywood Is Johnny Depp

May 15, 2006 02:05:21

From to . As of Depp, he's been voted the Best Autographer in Hollywood by Autograph Collector's 14th annual survey. Elsewhere, Diaz is chosen as Hollywood's Worst Autograph Signer.

Speaking on the two persons, the magazine's editor Steve Cyrkin said "Many stars become bad signers once fame and fortune hit, but not Depp", while adding "Instead of just turning down someone's autograph request, she'll just lecture them about how dumb autographs are."

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Stars Considered to Line Up Michael Hutchence Film

April 27, 2006 11:04:53

The idea to make the movie biopic about star Michael Hutchence, who committed suicide in 1997, has been opposed by the star's family. Though, the project keeps going on with Hutchence's brother, Rhett Hutchence is said to be heavily involved.

Rhett is working on the biopic alongside British filmmaker and former INXS promo video director Nick Egan. Actors considered to star in among others are who is being lined up to play Michael Hutchence. Meanwhile, the likes of , , , and Rachel Griffiths are being considered for the roles of Paula Yates and Bob Geldof.

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The 2006 Empire Awards Winners

March 15, 2006 10:03:10

Not only is "" big in its size, but also in its quality. Approvingly, the action adventure flick has at Empire Magazine's film awards held Monday March 13th, 2006, been named Best Film of 2005, beating the Oscar winner "" which also is nominated for the same category.

Despite such fact, the racial drama mystery movie brings home at least one award for the category of Best Actress which goes to . In pair to her, is named Best Actor thanks to his portrayal in the adventure fantasy "".

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Top Moneymaking Stars of 2005

January 28, 2006 10:01:33

Again, again, again, and again. really is a big winner. The actor's name approvingly has topped an annual survey by Quigley Publishing Co. on Top Moneymaking Stars of 2005. Securing the very top position of the list, Cruise has totally won the annual survey for seven times.

Placed 2nd in the poll is , followed behind by and who both tied for 3rd. Other names included in the poll including , , , , and .

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America's Favorite Movie Stars per the Harris Poll

January 21, 2006 11:01:01

Lucky that he's been chosen America's Favorite Movie Star for the second year in a row, according to a poll released Friday Jan 20th by Harris Interactive. The survey, involving 1,001 adults, places as second on the list, ahead of and who both tied in 3rd spot.

Rounding out the top 5 is actress . is in 6th place, while is in 7th spot. is 8th, followed then at 9th by , with rounding out the Top 10 list on the poll.

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The 32nd Annual People's Choice Awards Champs

January 13, 2006 10:01:24

The 32nd Annual People's Choice Awards held Tuesday night January 10th has chosen the final episode in the Stars Wars saga, "," as Favorite Movie Drama and all-around Favorite Movie. In two other film categories, "" was named Top Comedy and "" was chosen as the Favorite Family Movie.

Named Favorite Male Movie Star was , while won the Favorite Female Movie Star category. Favorite Leading Lady honor went to , and the Favorite Leading Man was . , in addition, brought home Favorite Female Action Star prize, whereas won the Favorite Male Action Star.

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Most Searched Names of 2005 on STARmeter

January 03, 2006 12:01:37

Well, it's again who popped up in the list of IMDb.com's site search index STARmeter as the Most Searched Name of 2005. Took the same top position for the second time consecutively, the actor was followed by and who both went up from their last year rank while his fellow "Pirates" stars, and surprisingly slipped up their rankings this time.

Measuring the popularity of Hollywood celebrities by tabulating the searches conducted by the site's 30 million monthly visitors, this index also put some newcomers in its top 25 which included at number 6, at number 17, at number 19, and at number 22.

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The 26th London Film Critics' Circle Nominees

December 22, 2005 01:12:14

On February 9 next year, people will keep their attention sticking on the 26th annual London Film Critics' Circle awards. Organizers have on Wednesday announced the awards nominees that include some famous films, like "" which is a big nominee with seven nominations.

The drama thriller is nominated among others for the categories of Best Director for Fernando Meirelles, Best Producer for Simon Channing Williams and Film of the Year. Challenging Meirelles to win the Best Director award are Ang Lee for "," Paul Haggis for "," Peter Jackson for "," and David Cronenberg for "."

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Depp's Shirts Fetched £1,800 in an Internet Auct

December 08, 2005 04:12:37

Famous actor has recently donated the shirt he wore for filming in "" to a British fan after she wrote to him asking for a donation for charity.

Sold in an internet auction, the linen garment fetched £1,800 with the highest bidder was a woman from the U.S.

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In Touch Magazine's Hollywood's Hottest Dads

December 03, 2005 01:12:00

Readers of the "In Touch" magazine have voted the Hollywood's Hottest Dads. The poll is done and as the result comes to the surface, has been on top of it, beating off competition from other Hollywood heavyweights. Ryan accordingly chosen as the first due to his devotion to his kids, and the fact that he was part of one of the film industry's "cutest couples."

At No. 2 on the poll is , just ahead of at 3rd and at 4th. No. 5 is Benjamin Bratt, followed by , , , Guy Ritchie, and , all of whom secures the 6th to 10th position.

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Stars Included in People's Choice Nominations

November 12, 2005 01:11:47

's name is one of the names listed as the nominees of People's Choice for the 32nd annual People's Choice Awards. Her name is there alongside and , all of whom up for Female Movie Star category. Meanwhile, her beau is up for the Leading Man category to compete with and .

Up for Male Movie Star category is , , and . , , and are all the nominees for Leading Lady category. As of , Jolie, and they manage to win the Female Action Star category. Those mentioned are only some of the many other nominees included in the list.

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Johnny Depp Tapped in Heroin Tale Project

October 26, 2005 04:10:29

got caught on heroin tale project as he's been attached to star in the upcoming action drama "." Besides starring in, the Hollywood famous actor would also serve as a producer.

The Warner Bros. project is based on the novel by Gregory David Roberts and will be adapted by Oscar-winning writer Eric Roth.

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Watchmaker Ebel Tapped Schiffer for Ad Campaign

October 21, 2005 02:10:33

Watchmaker Ebel has tapped supermodel to appear on their new ad campaign. The black and white ads were shot in party capital Ibiza by photographer Patrick Demarchelier.

Schiffer is added to the list of , , , and , who all promote watches for the same company.

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