December 06, 2007

Though "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" resulted superbly great on both domestic and international box office, it appears that star Keira Knightley has no intention to reprise her role as Elizabeth Swann for the planned fourth installment in the Disney franchise.

The British actress indicated so during a press junket for her latest vehicle "Atonement" held Tuesday, December 4, 2007 in Manhattan, saying "I can't imagine doing another one. That was an amazing experience, really was, totally extraordinary, but I think three for me is probably enough."

Rumors are heating up, again, on Ryan Phillippe's secret romance with Abbie Cornish as photos of them getting close and personal have been on the net.

While Perez Hilton claimed to have spotted Ryan's daughter with former wife Reese Witherspoon, Ava Elizabeth Phillippe, shopping for holiday gifts with Cornish in LA, photos of the actor and the Aussie actress getting very attached at a friend's home in Beverly Hills have emerged only to fuel the persistent speculation on their hush hush romance.

The feud between Queens of the Stone Age and their label has officially begun with a public statement made by frontman Josh Homme. The vocalist told AntiQuiet.com that people in U.S. Interscope are "lame" and "THE BIGGEST FUCKING IDIOTS ON THE PLANET", the latter statement ordered to be printed in capitals.

Homme was particularly annoyed at the way the music moguls spend the company's money for something relatively unnecessary. "The last thing they're stripping down is their own expense accounts and sh**," he said. "I mean, Jimmy Iovine of Interscope records takes a private jet or rides first class to tell a band they don't get tour support. You know what I mean? F**k that shit, I'm tired of it."

Picking up more famous figures for the "The X Files" movie follow-up, filmmakers of the project have had rapper Xzibit, Amanda Peet, and Billy Connolly boarded the cast to join David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, who are set to reprise their respective roles of Fox Mulder and Dana Scully.

While Connolly's role is undisclosed, The Hollywood Reporter reveals that both Xzibit and Peet will be billed as fellow FBI agents to Mulder and Scully. Further details about the characters are unclear as the 20th Century Fox appears to apply a policy of secrecy surrounding the plot line, yet it is learned that the flick will have a stand-alone premise and won't be a sequel to or continuation of the first big screen installment in the hit franchise.

It's December which means Katherine Heigl's wedding is just around the corner. Speaking about that matter, T. R. Knight has revealed to US Weekly he's going to be there for his close friend and serves as her bridesman.

"I'm standing up there and all," Knight told US at an L.A. benefit for the Trevor Project on December 2. "So I have to go and get the tux. And I am still deciding on a gift!"

During his radio show, Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones indicated that further reunion performances from the rock band will likely happen next summer.

Apart from headlining 2008 Isle of Wight, they may join The Who's Roger Daltrey for a charity concert. Details were not specified but the charity event may take place at London's Royal Albert Hall.

First batch of photos from Wachowski brothers-directed "Speed Racer" has finally been made available online, being published on USATODAY.com.

While giving few looks on the titular character along with his famous Mach 5 car, the pictures also feature images of other characters in the film, such as Speed's family members, his girlfriend Trixie, plus his rivals Racer X and Taejo Togokhan.

Nicole Scherzinger is rapping it up, literally. The lead vocalist for The Pussycat Dolls looks relatively hot on the cover of Rap-Up Magazine's December 2007/January 2008 issue and her interview is even hotter.

Considered Beyonce Knowles as one of her favorite artists, Nicole praised her as "amazing." She said, "She blows my mind. Gwen Stefani is one-of-a-kind. She's the epitome of cool. Diana Ross - I wish I could be her. Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake, all those people."

Rock act Buckcherry are gearing up the work of their fourth studio album, lead guitarist Keith Nelson wrote on their MySpace blog. This would be the materials that they have accumulated after months of touring to support their 2006 album, '15'.

"We came off the road at the end of September and took a few days off, then got right back to work writing and rehearsing new material," the post read. "Right now things are going well, we've got 5 songs completed as full demo recordings, another 4 or 5 songs that have been written completely, and a boat load of great ideas we're trying to finish."

Qualifying himself for neither Sexiest Men Alive nor Highest Paid Celebs Alive honors, Zac Efron in fact wins the predicate of the Hottest Guy in Hollywood. The High School Musical star has topped Teen Magazine's list of 50 Hottest Guys in Hollywood in its winter issue.

Being chosen the No. 1 Hottest Guy in Tinseltown, Efron bests fellow young star Chris Brown. The 18 years old hip hop and R&B singer scores the second spot, just one place ahead of another High School Musical star Corbin Bleu who is ranked third.

Action sequence arguably is always exciting to watch and Walt Disney Pictures sure is well aware of it. The studio has just launched an extended clip for its upcoming flick "National Treasure: Book of Secrets", slated to hit theaters nationwide this month on date 21.

Running a little above three minutes, the piece presents a car chase sequence in which Ben Gates, played once more by Nicolas Cage, and company are being pursued by Jeb Wilkinson, portrayed by Ed Harris, along with his henchmen. Just after the sequence, a short footage from the movie can also be seen.

Is busy touring with her music group Spice Girls, Victoria Adams takes time in between to do an interesting interview with Elle. Graces the cover of the magazine's January 2008 issue, the mother of three discusses such issues, as sleeping naked and meeting hubby David Beckham. She, moreover, also opens up about a more personal matters, from her being the odd girl out at school to her talent.

Spilled some of her bedroom secrets, Victoria openly told Elle "I sleep naked. You don't sleep with David Beckham. (giggles) I'm going to be naked if I'm getting in bed with him every night."

Country duo Sugarland are ready to hit the studio again next year to work on the follow up of 'Enjoy the Ride' that debuted at #4 on Billboard Hot 200. They will begin recording in February and release it sometime after via MCA Nashville.

"We're planning on recording in February, and if all goes well we'll see what we make," member Kristian Bush said. "As writers, you kind of let the songs dictate where you're going, rather than trying to kick it and punch it."

With the announcement of Grammy nominees coming within hours from this published date, predictions of who will be the contenders have erupted. Among those having good shot are Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie, Linkin Park and Amy Winehouse.

The first three artists along with several others like Taylor Swift, Akon and Vince Gill will announce the nominees in Hollywood, today (November 6) at 8:30 A.M. (1600 GMT). Meanwhile, it is no longer a big secret that those joining this announcement will likely get the nominations as well.

"Bond 22" has found its villain in Mathieu Amalric. According to Empire Online, the "The Diving and the Butterfly" star has confirmed his involvement in the new installment of James Bond movie.

Though he didn't share much details about his role, the French actor revealed that he will portray the enemy of James Bond. He said, "I will, it's true. I play the villain, yes. James Bond. It has to do with childhood, you know? To be a villain in James Bond is just so funny. I never dreamt about that. It's not what I want to do with my career. It's just that I have kids and it's so funny to do that. But it doesn't mean that I'm not going to do a very small French film for free with my friends."

Keyshia Cole has just delivered a fresh video for her third single from sophomore set 'Just Like You'. The clip of 'I Remember' was premiered on BET.

Reports said that it was directed by Benny Boom (Nelly, Robin Thicke) who also helmed the video of her 'Let It Go' single.

Judicial authorities have on Wednesday, December 5 dropped charges against Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, stemmed from an arrest in November after he was involved in a drunken clash with airport staff at Dublin Airport.

Meyers was due to fly back to London on November 18 after his appearance on RTE's "Tubridy Tonight" the day before when he was refused permission to board a British Midland. Being told by the airport staff that he was "unfit to travel", the actor was overheard by witnesses repeatedly insisted "I will get on this flight, no matter what."

Nicole Kidman has become the next celebrity to be honored with a wax work at the famed Madame Tussauds in London.

The Aussie actress' wax sculpture, dressed in a glamorous floor-length red gown, was unveiled on Wednesday, December 5.

The release of Angelina Jolie's new action movie "Wanted" is being pushed back to summer 2008. Universal Pictures has announced that instead of being launched on March 28, the movie that is adapted from Mark Millar graphic novel will be released on June 27, 2008.

On their press release, the production company stated, "Universal Pictures has moved the release date of its hotly anticipated fantasy-action-thriller Wanted from spring to summer. The film will now be released on Friday, June 27, rather than its former release date of March 28."

After the new single was premiered on AOL late last month, Ashlee Simpson sets the date of the music video for 'Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya)'. Yahoo! Music listed that the clip will come on Wednesday, December 19.

Apart from the audio, the alleged cover art for the single has also even been leaked, simply showing the picture of Ashlee from chest up. The Timbaland-produced song is slated to be released digitally on Tuesday, December 11 and physically in January.

The long-awaited video of Kelly Rowland's 'Work' has finally been premiered. It was shot back in mid July but was postponed several times before premiered five months later.

The clip that emphasizes on silhouettes and symmetrical lines, was initially vied to be released first with Kelly's other video, 'Ghetto' feat. Snoop Dogg. Both videos were shot at relatively at the same time, but it was 'Ghetto' that was finally put up first in September.

It's been quite a long time that Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova have been playing it coy when being asked about their romance. Yet, it's no longer an unconfirmed speculation now that the pair are engaged already as photos of the tennis goddess spotted sporting an engagement ring have made their way all over the net.

Anna and Enrique were seen enjoying a romantic meal at Japanese restaurant Sapporo Teppanyaki in Central London on Tuesday, December 4. It was later that evening that the tennis ace was spotted wearing an engagement ring, reportedly worth $6 million.

R'n'B singer Avant walked away from his recording house, Geffen, to sign a new contract with Capitol Records. He also announced that his next album will come in 2008 under the new label.

"They've shown that they're dedicated to push their resources for my projects," Avant said of Capitol. "I look forward to a long lasting relationship with Reports said that productions will include Rodney Jerkins, Mr. Collipark and DJ Smurf, among others. Although the exact release date of the album is not yet confirmed, it is said that the first single will come in March.

Decided to serve his jail time earlier than its initial date, which is December 21, Kiefer Sutherland will serve his 48 days at the Glendale City Jail, it has been reported. The actor, accompanied by his lawyer, appeared in court on Wednesday, December 5 for the sentencing.

Assistant City Attorney Dan Jeffries said a Superior Court judge ordered that the actor serves 48 days in Glendale city jail and must complete the sentence before March 30 next year.

Though the awards haven't been officially given out to the Coen brothers, "No Country for Old Men" has every right for celebration as the adaptation movie has been announced as the 2007 National Board of Review award winner for 2007 Best Film on Wednesday, December 5. Aside from snagging the Best Film prize, the crime thriller movie also managed to win the Best Ensemble Cast as well as the Best Adapted Screenplay.

Praising the winning picture, the president of the board, Annie Schulhof, explained why the board choose to give the awards to 'No Country'. She stated, " 'No Country for Old Men' is a brilliant convergence of extraordinary directing, a masterful screenplay and incredible ensemble performances."

Prodigy is talking 'fast' when he worked on his third solo album. The member of Mobb Deep has released the music video for his first single off the new album, 'H.N.I.C. 2' which will be released in 2008 via Koch Records.

If noticed from the title, this would be the second part of his debut album 'H.N.I.C.' (Head Nigga In Charge). As reported on AllHipHop.com, Prodigy said during J.A.M. Awards late last month that it would be dropped in February 2008. The first single is 'ABC's'.

Vivica A. Fox surrendered herself to the LAPD Wednesday afternoon December 5th to be formally booked for her March DUI charges.

The former "Dancing With the Stars" competitor was ordered Monday December 2nd to get herself booked by December 11th, due to her DUI arrest back in March, otherwise a warrant will be issued for her arrest.