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Kristen Anne BellBirth Date :
July 18, 1980Birth Place :
Detroit, Michigan, USAClaim to fame :
As Veronica Mars in TV series "Veronica Mars" (2004-2007)
'Astro Boy' Lands in L.A. for Premiere
October 20, 2009 02:10:53A week shy of its theatrical release, "Astro Boy" has got a red carpet treatment for its Los Angeles premiere. Held Monday, October 19, the special screening event took place at Mann Chinese 6 and was made merry with the attendance of a life-size Astro Boy to greet the stars upon their arrivals at the red carpet.
Three of the major voice cast, Freddie Highmore, Kristen Bell and Bill Nighy, were spotted attending the premiere and posing with the Astro Boy for the press. While Nicolas Cage who provides voice to Dr. Tenma wasn't seen around, other voice cast members like Eugene Levy, Madeline Carroll, Moises Arias and Sterling Beaumon were present.
Kristen Bell Cast as Christina Aguilera's Rival in 'Burlesque'
October 09, 2009 03:10:51Kristen Bell will sing and dance to get her spotlight back in "Burlesque". The latest news related to the actress best known for her title role in TV series "Veronica Mars" unraveled that she has signed on to join the cast of the musical drama for Screen Gems, and is set to star as the rival of Christina Aguilera's character.
The 29-year-old will portray a character named Nikki, who is described to be a loose-cannon lead dancer and main attraction at a neo-burlesque club who spirals out of control when Aguilera's small town girl character suddenly gets the spotlight. She is expected to join the production when principal photography begins November 9.
L.A. Premiere of 'Couples Retreat' Glimmers With Stars
October 06, 2009 02:10:00Four days before the romantic comedy opens wide in theaters, Universal Pictures has presented the U.S. premiere of "Couples Retreat". On Monday, October 5, the studio rolled down red carpet in front of Mann's Village Theatre in Westwood, Los Angeles to welcome celebrities arriving for the special screening event.
Most of the major cast members, Vince Vaughn, Malin Akerman, Jon Favreau, Jason Bateman, Kristen Bell, Faizon Love and Kali Hawk, made time to attend the premiere. Bateman was accompanied by his wife Amanda Anka, while Vaughn came with his father Vernon Vaughn, who also played a part in the movie.
First Trailer for Kristen Bell's 'When In Rome'
August 15, 2009 10:08:57Yahoo! Movies has debuted the first trailer of "When in Rome" which serves as an introduction to Beth, her potential soulmate Nick and the band of odd suitors. Three minutes long, the trailer teases on how her admirers do everything to win her heart and how their existence complicates her relationship with Nick.
Never been the one who is lucky in love, ambitious young New Yorker Beth takes a whirlwind trip to Rome to attend her sister's wedding. After a night of disastrous wedding party, she defiantly plucks magic coins from a reputed fountain of love and finds herself to be the object of affection from an odd group of suitors from a sausage magnate to a self-admiring model. And, when charming reporter Nick pursues her with equal zest, she starts to wonder if his love is the real thing.
Miley Cyrus to Sing 'Party in the USA' at 2009 Teen Choice Awards
August 04, 2009 01:08:11Miley Cyrus has been tapped to make a live performance at 2009 Teen Choice Awards. The "Hannah Montana" star is plotted to deliver her brand new song "Party in the USA" at the annual event airing Monday, August 10 at 8:00 -10:00 PM ET/PT on FOX.
While Miley is set to sing, the cast of "Twilight" series Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, Ashley Greene, Nikki Reed and Kellan Lutz are scheduled to make appearances at the awards show. They will be joined by actors and actresses from FOX's comedy series "Glee"; Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Jenna Ushkowitz, Chris Colfer, Amber Riley and Kevin McHale.
Kristen Bell Expresses Interest to Score a Role in 'Gossip Girl'
July 16, 2009 01:07:52Voicing the anonymous blogger narrating hit TV series "Gossip Girl," Kristen Bell has expressed her interest to score a role in the teen-drama-comedy project. In a bid to make her dream comes true, she admits to have reached out to the show's producer Josh Schwartz to have her appearing in person in an upcoming episode. There has been no word on Josh's response toward her request though.
"I want to make a cameo and shoot it right down the middle," Kristen told reporters when she was leaving Cosmopolitan magazine's annual Fun Fearless Female dinner at the W Hotel in Los Angeles on Tuesday, July 14. Though so, she didn't elaborate what kind of role she would love to play in the series.
Full Thursday Comic Con 2009 Schedule Released
July 10, 2009 01:07:43San Diego Comic Con International has finally come up with the full schedule for the first full day of Comic Con 2009. From the programming list, it is revealed that Summit Entertainment as well as Walt Disney Pictures will be among those presenting their latest line-up of upcoming movies, such as "The Twilight Saga's New Moon" and "Alice in Wonderland", on Thursday, July 23.
Summit will make use of Hall H from 2:15 P.M. to 3:15 P.M. to give a special presentation as well as unveil exclusive footage of their three feature projects, "Astro Boy", "Sorority Row" and "New Moon". Especially for "New Moon", it is mentioned that surprise members of the cast will attend the presentation to answer questions.
Kristen Bell Describes Her 'Astro Boy' Character
July 03, 2009 02:07:46In the big screen version of Osamu Tesuka's manga, Astro Boy will apparently get one sassy friend. Kristen Bell, the actress who fills the voice of the sassy friend, brings the matter into public attention when discussing with Sci Fi Wire about her animated character in 3-D animated movie "Astro Boy".
"I play Cora, who is a girl who befriends Astro when he comes down from Metro City onto the surface of Earth," 28-year-old Bell revealed. The actress, who confessed of having no idea about the manga until she worked on the project, moreover described her character, saying "She runs a little kind of like Peter Pan group of kids. She's pretty tough, pretty sassy."
Behind-the-Scenes of Kristen Bell-Starring 'When in Rome'
April 20, 2009 03:04:00A behind-the-scene video of "When in Rome" has been aired during a segment of TV show "The Backlot Buzz". More than two minutes long, the sneak peek into the Disney's romantic comedy opens with some footage from the film's set. Accompanied with Kristen Bell's commentary, the video also displays some of the film's scenes, including the clumsy meeting between Bell's character and Josh Duhamel's.
This romantic comedy follows Beth Harper, an ambitious young New Yorker and successful real estate agent who can't find a lasting relationship. When her younger sister impulsively marries in Rome, she takes a whirlwind trip to Rome. There, she picks up coins from a reputed "fountain of love" and finds herself to be the object of affection from an odd group of suitors from a sausage magnate to a self-admiring model.
Kristen Bell Guest Starring at New Sitcom 'Party Down'
February 19, 2009 12:02:10From "Veronica Mars" to several feature movies, Kristen Bell is finally back on TV through "Party Down" although briefly. This guest starring role will reunite her with "Mars" creator Rob Thomas and several old faces on the show that brought her to wider fame.
Kristen herself did the favor of spilling the details at Miss Sixty during Fashion Week. She told E!, "I'm about to guest star on Rob Thomas' new show, called Party Down. It's on Starz...a lot of old Veronica Mars people are on it and some really cool comedians like Adam Scott."
Josh Duhamel Wooing Kristen Bell in Two New Pics of 'When in Rome'
December 18, 2008 11:12:17Two brand new stills of "When in Rome" have made their way out. The two pictures expose Kristen Bell and Josh Duhamel as Beth Harper and her love interest Nick Beamon in two separate occasions. The first one seems to have the background of the fountain of love, while the other looks like to take place in some sort of an exhibition room.
This romantic comedy movie follows Beth Harper, an ambitious young New Yorker and successful real estate agent who can't find a lasting relationship. When her younger sister impulsively marries in Rome, she takes a whirlwind trip to Rome. There, she picks up coins from a reputed "fountain of love" and finds herself to be the object of affection from an odd group of suitors from a sausage magnate to a self-admiring model.
Kristen Bell Aboard 'Astro Boy'
August 25, 2008 02:08:09"Astro Boy" seems to have found its leading female voice in "Heroes" beauty Kristen Bell. The 28-year-old allegedly has been appointed to give voice to the female friend to the famous Japanese superhero robot created by manga guru Osamu Tezuka.
Detailed information about the character Bell will be voicing has yet to be shared. Nevertheless, the actress whose recent film credit include "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" has been listed among the previously announced voice cast of Freddie Highmore, Nicolas Cage, Donald Sutherland, Bill Nighy, Nathan Lane and Eugene Levy.
'Veronica Mars' the Movie Seemingly Possible
August 20, 2008 09:08:44Rumor has it teen drama mystery series "Veronica Mars" is most likely to be brought up to the big screen. Latest report coming in for the speculation claimed that the series' creator Rob Thomas has been discussing about the possibility of a movie with the depicter of the teenage private investigator herself, Kristen Bell.
Though revealing that he is still very much involved in other projects, such as a revamping of his '90s dramedy "Cupid" and an adaptation of the New Zealand series "Outrageous Fortune", he insisted that developing the movie version is on top of his list. "It's very tough to focus on it right now with two pilots on my plate," he shared to EW's Michael Ausiello. "But as soon as I have any free time, that's my top priority."
'Batman Returns' Villain Danny DeVito to Woo Kristen Bell in 'Rome'
April 14, 2008 10:04:17Danny DeVito, the depicter of Batman's archenemy, Oswald Cobblepot a.k.a. The Penguin, in "Batman Returns" reportedly will be starring in romantic comedy "When in Rome" opposite Kristen Bell, the star of television series "Veronica Mars". According to Hollywood Reporter, the 63-year-old actor has been signed to play in the Walt Disney Pictures' film.
The two-time co-star of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger in comedy films "Twins" and "Junior" is said to be taking the role of one of Bell's aggressive suitors. However, details about the character DeVito will be portraying has yet to be unveiled. The "Be Cool" actor will be joining the supporting cast that include Will Arnett, Josh Duhamel, Jon Heder, Anjelica Huston and Dax Shepard.
Kristen Bell Involved in Minor Traffic Accident in L.A.
March 08, 2008 11:03:54Kristen Bell was involved in an accident on Hollywood Blvd on Friday afternoon, March 7. The "Heroes" star damaged the front-left axle of her Saturn VUE Hybrid sports utility vehicle (SUV) which had to be towed from the scene.
TMZ was the first to report Bell's minor fender bender. An eye witness told TMZ that the actress' vehicle collided with another SUV driven by a heavyset man. Luckily no one was injured.
Kristen Bell Joining Disney's 'When in Rome'
February 11, 2008 02:02:39The latest "Heroes" beauty, Kristen Bell, has been signed to star Disney's newest romantic comedy project. According to Variety, the 27-year-old actress is set to play a successful New York real estate agent in "When in Rome".
Written and directed by Steven Johnson, "Rome" tells the story about Bell's character who went to Rome to be at her sister's wedding. While being there, she took coins from a famous Roman fountain of love and soon she finds herself chased by suitors whose coins she took. Slated for release in 2009, the romantic comedy is said to begin filming at mid- to late-April.
Kristen Bell Has a New Boyfriend
November 15, 2007 11:11:34While her being reported to be dating actor Dax Shepard following his split from actress girlfriend Kate Hudson makes the gossip pages everyday, quite the contrary is true. No, Kristen Bell isn't dating him. It appears that the actress, who finds "dating is scary," couldn't resist the love arrow cupid has shot out and has embarked on a new romance with a new still-mysterious man.
Bell and her supposedly new lover were spotted meeting up in Los Angeles on Wednesday morning November 14th. Together with actor friend Ryan Hansen, who played Bell's married costar on the teen drama mystery series "Veronica Mars," the threesome then ate lunch together and shopped at Trader Joe's, Staples and Urban Outfiters.
Kristen Bell Lending Her Likeness to Ubisoft's Game "Assassin's Creed"
November 08, 2007 01:11:34Is having a very full plate on her nowadays' acting agenda, self-proclaimed gamer Kristen Bell is taking time out from her hectic filming schedules to have a bit fun doing something related to her gaming hobby. The screen beauty adds one more credit into her career resume with her invading the video game world, lending her likeness to the highly anticipated "Assasin's Creed."
Computer and video game publisher and developer Ubisoft announced Tuesday November 6th the tapping of Bell to play a key character in its historical-fantasy game, "Assassin's Creed" which will be available on Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Sony's PlayStation 3 by November 13th.
Dating Is Scary for Newly Single Kristen Bell
October 19, 2007 02:10:37While any other women willing to get on the dating saddle, Kristen Bell on the other way around finds "Dating is scary."
The movie beauty has just broken up with film producer boyfriend Kevin Mann, People.com reported Wednesday October 17th. And in an interview with People in between times enjoying the brand new Elie Tahari boutique inside Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills, Bell tells all about her feeling.
Masi Oka Has a Crush on Kristen Bell
September 22, 2007 10:09:26
In addition to the much-talked romance rumors of Hayden Panettiere and Milo Ventimiglia, it appears that another love is blooming between another "Heroes" co-stars. Rumor has it that Masi Oka, who plays the role of Hiro Nakamura in the NBC series, has a crush on new co-star Kristen Bell.
During an interview on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Friday September 21st, the Japanese-American actor was quizzed about possible romance between him and Bell, about which he coyly said "Kristin is an absolutely amazing individual both on and off screen. We're great friends. Everyone has a crush on her."
Kristen Bell Joins NBC's Heroes
August 20, 2007 02:08:56
This just in. Kristen Bell is joining NBC's "Heroes" cast.
NBC reportedly has picked the actress, best known for starring in the television show "Veronica Mars," to join the series' second season beginning in October. She reportedly has been billed to play Elle, a character described as a sexy, mysterious young lady who has ties to the supposed death of Peter, H.R.G.'s past and the future of Claire.
Carrie Underwood and Kevin Eubanks Are PETA's World's Sexiest Vegetarians for 2007
June 27, 2007 11:06:27
More than 110,000 votes on the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)'s annual contest on the "World's Sexiest Vegetarians" have been counted and the organization made public the results Tuesday June 26th, ending a month-long poll on PETA.org.
Among the winners mentioned is Carrie Underwood who's named PETA's World's Sexiest Vegetarian Woman for 2007, thus marking her second win as "World's Sexiest Vegetarian" as she previously also won the title in the 2005 poll. Meanwhile, leader of NBC's "Tonight Show" band Kevin Eubanks voted PETA's World's Sexiest Vegetarian Man.
Kristen Bell Doesn't Forget "Sarah Marshall" At All
March 12, 2007 01:03:07
Refuses to go idle during her eight-week hiatus from "Veronica Mars", Kristen Bell have reached an agreement to topline Universal Pictures' romantic comedy "Forgetting Sarah Marshall", Production Weekly has reported.
Poised to star opposite Jason Segel who also wrote the script, the beauty is going to play the titular role whom Segel's character, Peter, is trying hard to forget following their devastating break-up by taking a vacation in Hawaii. Much to his surprise, she turns out to also stay at the same exclusive resort as he does, together with her new boyfriend.
PETA's World's Sexiest Vegetarians
May 23, 2006 01:05:33
Eat the vegetable, be healthy and still sexy. It is a known fact that Prince really is a strict vegetarian, nonetheless he's been chosen the "World's Sexiest Vegetarian" in PETA's annual online poll, the animal rights group announced Monday May 22nd, 2006.
Runners-up in the poll, which PETA said received over 40,000 votes, include Kristen Bell, Natalie Portman, Nicollette Sheridan and Joaquin Phoenix among others.
