Of his intense privacy and introverted persona after shooting to the heights of stardom by following up his small role in the Harry Potter films by embodying the vampire of many boys’ and girls’ dreams, Edward Cullen in Twilight, Pattinson realizes mid interview, “I can barely remember the last two years. Not like a haze of partying or anything like that. Just … it’s been crazy.” The New Moon star says he’s relinquished some control of his future now. “You eventually realize you can’t make every single decision. I was always building,” he explains, “always protecting something. At the same time, I seemed to be losing the ability to move. I’d protected myself into checkmate. Even mentally.”

Channeling an ‘80s, neon-excess style for the Details photo shoot, the handsome actor had a rather stark reaction to spending hours with the fully nude models included in the spread.

“I really hate vaginas. I’m allergic to vagina,” Pattinson states. “But I can’t say I had no idea, because it was a 12-hour shoot, so you kind of get the picture that these women are going to stay naked after, like, five or six hours. But I wasn’t exactly prepared. I had no idea what to say to these girls. Thank God I was hungover.”

Pattinson did say he thought the throwback styling kept things a little more innocent than graphic in tone. “This shoot, it’s kind of eighties nakedness, you know? If you look at porn in, like, the eighties, there was something kind of quaint about it, quite sweet — like this little naked community. The people who made it liked it, they had respect for it,” he concludes, before adding, “Not remotely like the porn that’s available now. No community in it at all. It’s just everything, everywhere.”

Check out the trailer for Pattinson’s new film, Remember Me.

]]> http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/19/rob-pattinson-talks-details/feed/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/18/cristiano-ronaldo-for-emporio/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/18/cristiano-ronaldo-for-emporio/#comments Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:15:42 +0000 lily http://www.outtv.ca/blog/?p=803 The fitting replacement for former Emporio Armani face David Beckham, fellow soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, is showing some sexy skin in the new behind-the-scenes look at the ad’s photo shoot.

The black-and-white clip shows Ronaldo’s amazingly sculpted bod being snapped into Armani jeans and underwear. The perfectly coiffed athlete turned spokesmodel smiles happily s the shoot’s attendants fuss about him and lounges sexily on the set, revealing his hairless underarms. Like the Armani duds, on him it works. We’re guessing on him almost any look would be stunning.

]]> http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/18/cristiano-ronaldo-for-emporio/feed/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/17/802/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/17/802/#comments Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:55 +0000 lily http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/17/802/ For many of us, one of the many highlights of seeing our favorite four (not so single anymore) girls from HBO on the big screen was the beauty shots introducing us to eye candy Gilles Marini. The follow-up won’t disappoint.

Meet Samantha Jones’s (Kim Cattrall) new hot piece of you-know-what in Sex and the City 2, Noah Mills.

The model man has donned Dolce & Gabbana in his high-fashion past but makes his film debut as an object of the sexy blond’s desire in the highly anticipated sequel.

Sex and the City 2 hits theaters May 28.

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The multi-talented out actor jetted to London to tape a pilot of the popular UK show that puts players up to deceptively simple tasks for big bucks. The catch is they must be completed while inside a chamber (the cube) specially designed to induce the utmost stress.

Harris, who recently guest-judged auditions for American Idol, will also serve as executive producer if CBS decides to order a season. Some have even hinted the successful comic actor may have a future in late night.

For now, check out a clip of the UK hit, The Cube.

]]> http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/16/get-game-for-the-cube-from-nph/feed/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/15/jane-lynch-came-out-later/ http://www.outtv.ca/blog/2010/03/15/jane-lynch-came-out-later/#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:00:42 +0000 lily http://www.outtv.ca/blog/?p=799 Count Jane Lynch as one of the celebrities who came out a little later in life. The successful comic actress who currently stars as sharp-tongued Cheerios coach Sue Sylvester on Glee says she didn’t come out to her parents until her early 30s.

Now 49 and happily engaged to Laura Embry, Lynch explains to London’s Sunday Mirror that she put it off because “I didn’t want to be gay. … I wanted an easy life.”

Lynch eventually discovered her fears were unfounded. “And you know what?” she adds. “I am gay and I still have an easy life.”

Another ingredient in enjoying her easy life is the therapeutic benefits of playing the outspoken Sylvester. “When I put on that tracksuit I have a license to say anything I want,” Lynch notes of the quoteworthy Sue. “I think it’s probably very good therapy, because I’m a much nicer person at home as I get it all out at work.”

Lynch adds that it isn’t always a massive stretch for her to see things the way “Sue C’s it.” “That kind of contemptuous behavior is just below the surface for me, so it’s nice I don’t have to dig deep for it.”

Nominated for best actor for his elegant performance as a gay college professor mourning the loss of his partner in Tom Ford’s directorial debut, A Single Man, Firth says there’s a distinct disconnect for gay actors pursuing good roles.

“If you’re known as a straight guy, playing a gay role, you get rewarded for that,” the British actor says matter-of-factly. “If you’re a gay man and you want to play a straight role, you don’t get cast — and if a gay man wants to play a gay role now, you don’t get cast.

“I think it needs to be addressed, and I feel complicit in the problem,” he admits. “I don’t mean to be. I think we should all be allowed to play whoever — but I think there are still some invisible boundaries which are still uncrossable.” Firth, who also played a gay man in Mamma Mia! also addressed the fact that “There might be risks for a gay actor coming out. The politics of that are quite complex, it seems to me.”

Out actor Rupert Everett and gay director Todd Holland made headlines for similarly suggesting there were great career difficulties for openly gay actors.

In each episode, the contestants, all living under one roof in Los Angeles, compete in two different makeup competitions, designed to test the skills and personality traits — including compassion and confidence — necessary for success in the field. Following the second challenge, one contestant will be eliminated.

Meet the Cast

Vanessa Marcil A native of Palm Desert, California, Vanessa Marcil began acting in theater at a very young age and continues to do so today. She made her television debut on the daytime drama “General Hospital” and won a Daytime Emmy® for her work on the series. Marcil’s additional television credits include a series regular role on “Las Vegas” and guest-starring roles on “Lipstick Jungle,” “Spin City,” “Crossing Jordan,” “High Incident” and “NYPD Blue.” Her feature film credits include “The Rock,” “The Space Between Us” and “Nice Guys Sleep Alone.”

Professional makeup artist Joanna Schlip has worked with some of the most celebrated people in the entertainment industry. Her work has graced the covers of the most prestigious magazines worldwide. In addition, she contributes her artistic skill set to cutting-edge editorials, runways and fashion advertising from coast to coast. She has made over 40 television appearances and trained artistry teams for cosmetic giants. She is also a three-time keynote speaker at the IMATS, a beauty author, an international spokesperson and a worldwide beauty expert. Joanna’s extraordinary work ethic and genuine personality have afforded her an amazing clientele including Eva Longoria, Scarlett Johansson, Ellen Pompeo, Laura Linney, Hilary Duff, Sheryl Crow and Jessica Simpson. In September 2006, Joanna launched her first book, “Glamour Gurlz: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Great Make-up and Gurl Smarts” (Random House).

Fashion Director Hal Rubenstein has been with In Style from its beginning 14 years ago. In addition to creating “The Look,” the signature section that helped establish the identity of the magazine, and the identity of all 14 international editions, he also helped create the highly informative, yet down-to-earth “voice” of the magazine, known for a confidence-building tone that assures readers “you can do this.” Hal is also a leading authority on red-carpet glamour, making frequent television appearances on top-rated national morning and entertainment shows. Prior to joining In Style, he was Men’s Style Editor of The New York Times Magazine. Hal was born in New York and has never seen any reason to live anywhere else.

Charlie Green is a renowned makeup artist who has worked with such celebrities as Naomi Campbell, Jewel, Tyra Banks, Kelly Clarkson and Elizabeth Hurley, to name just a few. In addition, she has done the makeup for celebrities who have appeared on the covers of many national magazines, including Vogue, Elle and GQ.

Todd Homme

Artist

Hometown: New York, NY

At the age of four Todd began a flirtation with makeup, but little did he know this flirtation would turn out to be a love affair that would fuel his artistic passions for years to come. Todd feels makeup is a vehicle to transform and transport any woman into the true radiant goddess she has inside her. Todd is poised and focused, and allows the love of his art to show in all his work.

Maxi

Artist

Hometown: Based in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles–based makeup artist Maxi is notorious for his outrageous behavior. He travels around the country doing makeup for music videos and has an impressive list of celebrity clients. Maxi is planning to create his own line of makeup soon. Maxi is just, well … Maxi! For more on Maxi, visit his personal site at MaxiMaxiMaxi.com.

Nolan Makaawaawa

Artist

Hometown: Costa Mesa, CA

Nolan has been a professional makeup artist for the past 10 years and is unfailingly open, charismatic and full of life. He welcomes every opportunity to learn and improve his craft. Nolan feels that if given the chance, he will shine in the makeup world.

Farah Carter

Artist

Hometown: Las Vegas, NV

Farah’s love affair with makeup began at the age of six, when she moved to the U.S. from Iran with her family and discovered that a woman’s beauty is celebrated in this country rather than hidden behind scarves and veils. She believes the only rule that should be strictly followed when it comes to makeup is that there should be no rules. Her career objective is to constantly grow in artistry and creativity.

Sharzad Kiadeh

Artist

Hometown: Cupertino, CA

Sharzad is a self-proclaimed “Persian princess” who is the epitome of class. After working for many years at the counters of Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and MAC of Beverly Hills, she knows how to deal with high-end clientele. She hopes to revolutionize the makeup world by creating a line of environmentally friendly cosmetics. For more on Sharzad, visit her personal site at BeautyBySharzad.com.

Maura “Mo” Lewitts

Artist

Hometown: Northbrook, IL

Maura, a.k.a “Mo,” is passionate and perky, and believes her outgoing personality is what sets her apart from other makeup artists. She attended two prestigious makeup schools and has worked on numerous celebrities, including Sarah Ferguson. Her ability to wear any look makes her stand out in a crowd.

Jessica Millington

Artist

Hometown: Dallas, TX

Jessica, a mother of two little girls, is passionate about makeup and her family. She believes she can have it all and wants to prove to the world that being a mother doesn’t keep you from pursuing your dreams. Jessica is currently a makeup artist in Dallas.

Myke Michaels

Artist

Hometown: Studio City, CA

Myke, a single father, has been a makeup artist for over 20 years and worked on 300 films. A bit of a rock ‘n’ roll tough guy with a heart, Myke says he could use crayons as makeup if he had to. He loves to see women feel and look good, and says they are all like beautiful pieces of art. Myke works best under pressure.

Rainell Chivonne

Artist

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Rainell, a freelance makeup artist, has an alter ego she calls “The Glamazon,” whose mission is to glamorize the women of the world. Her ultimate goal is to help women accept who they are and feel comfortable in their own skin. Rainell is passionate, confident and very emotional about her work.

Minogue shared, “I have been attracted to some women. I am a sexual exhibitionist, and part of me is a natural flirt.

“But although I am attracted to women, I have never done anything with them.”

Singers Rihanna, Ke$ha, and Fergie also recently spoke to the press about their attraction to women.

Do you think bisexuality is being exploited as a pop-culture trend, or are people speaking more openly about their true sexuality?

The Lord of The Rings star told BBC Radio in an interview, “When it comes to the business of simply being honest about who they are, some of them [sports stars] become little shrinking violets because they’re afraid, probably, of being booed from the terraces, and that must be a horrible experience, and shame on people who do it.

“But it ain’t going to stop someone being a fantastic footballer,” he continued, “because they’re honest about their private lives, is it? I don’t believe so, and the world is changing, and sport, I’m afraid, is very slow to catch up.”

Do you think pro sports is any more or less negative about homosexuality than other celebrity arenas like film or music?

Parton continued, explaining, “I’m not a poster child for gay rights by any means. But I have so many gay and lesbian friends and they’re just so pure and so true.”

The Nine to Five star explained her hesitance to be overtly political, noting, “Look at the poor Dixie Chicks. They were just trying to make a personal statement and it ruined them. So I stay away from that.”

Last year the famously proportioned performer told Joy Behar of her gay-icon status, “I think it’s because [gay fans] know I’m different too and it took me a long time be accepted. And I think that they just kind of relate to that.”

What’s your favorite Dolly Parton song? How about movie role?

Damages

“That’s one of my favorite things I’ve ever done,” Close said of the 1995 TV movie, “because Margarethe Cammermeyer was around during the shoot. She was an exacting soldier, very strict about uniform, and how you salute — everything.

“It was tragic that she was the one kicked out of the Army eventually, because she was homosexual,” Close said of the U.S. army’s much-contested ban on gays.

“But the thing that stayed with me — I’ve known many, many gay people, and they’re some of my best friends. We all went through the AIDS scourge, I’ve lost many friends, and I’ve always been highly sympathetic to the plights of gays, what they’ve had to deal with. But the scene at the end, although I was very open-minded and supportive, when Judy Davis and I had to kiss at the end, I really felt that for 30 seconds, maybe a minute, what it really, really felt like to be attracted to my own gender,” the seasoned star concluded.

“It was kind of revelatory for me, a real frisson moment,” Close revealed. “I’ll never forget it.”

You can read about Close’s 12 other most memorable roles here: 13 favorite movie roles.

What’s your favorite Glenn Close role?

Cruise seems to be attracted to taller mates, with both his ex-wife Nicole Kidman and current spouse, Katie Holmes, standing head and shoulders above the diminutive star.

Kidman famously said the best part about their marriage dissolving in 2001 was her being able to wear heels again.

In 2006 she married country singing star Keith Urban, who is also shorter than the statuesque movie star.

Who do you think is the sexiest short star, stateside: Danny DeVito, Prince, Michael J. Fox, David Moretti, Dustin Hoffman, Al Pacino, Emilio Estevez, Jon Stewart, TR Knight, Leslie Jordan … other?

In an interview with AfterEllen.com, the raven-haired, statuesque beauty says it’s the character, not herself, that’s so highly regarded.

“I think it’s that heroism of the ordinary person in Xena. You’re talking about Xena, as opposed to me. The character is about doing the right thing even though it hurts,” she explained.

“I think in this world, even in Los Angeles, you have to be so brave to be out. I went and protested for No on 8, and we were at the overpass downtown, and I couldn’t believe how much hate was being directed upwards from the cars underneath,” whose drivers opposed gay marriage. Lawless was impressed by the strength of the LGBT equality protesters around her, who “were like, ‘Ah, whatever.’ But I was shocked. This is Los Angeles!”

Lawless spoke passionately about the importance of inclusion and acceptance all over the world. “I know it became a sort of religious, and ergo ethnic thing in Los Angeles,” she reflected, “but I went to the Mayan Temple once, and I saw plenty of [gay] people of all colors, great big buff guys. So if people of any ethnicity want to think it’s nothing to do with them, I want to tell you, gay is here, and it’s always been here.”

“Do you want your children hiding, to feel they can’t live out in the open? You want them to be afraid and disenfranchised?” she wondered of those aligned with ‘Yes on 8’. “That’s just a tragedy,” she concluded. “Who wants to bring up your babies like that?”

Who’s you’re favorite fantasy hero?

The goodwill toward Glee continues to grow, especially for LGBT fans, who can count on some seriously favorable developments when the show returns from winter hiatus this April. Though out creator Ryan Murphy cautions that he didn’t “want to stunt-cast too much, because I think the [musical] numbers are already so extravagant,” big names are being mentioned as upcoming guest stars. It seems big stars, especially those with big gay followings, can’t stay away from the feel-good and funny series.

Recently named Gay Man of the Decade, Neil Patrick Harris is likely to make an appearance, according to Entertainment Weekly’s sources. N.P.H. is expected to pop up in the special episode directed by Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Dollhouse). EW reports, “Harris wants to do it, and Glee creator Ryan Murphy sure as hell wants him to — he’s creating a role especially for the How I Met Your Mother scene-stealer. And yes, the part includes a little song-’n’-dance. In fact, the gig not only would reunite Harris with Whedon, it’d also reteam him with Zachary Woodlee, who choreographed the musical number in HIMYM’s recent 100th episode.”

Another really big name who might be making a stop at McKinley High is the megamogul actress Jennifer Lopez, says Murphy: “Lopez wants to do the show, so I’m going to meet with her. In the past couple of months, a lot of people are coming out saying they love the show.” It’s being speculated that Jenny from the Block would be cameoing as a lunch lady. Can you imagine J.Lo in a hairnet?

Our favorite characters will also be getting exciting new roles when Glee returns. The club’s gravity-defying gay member, Kurt (Chris Colfer), will be getting a steady! “We just announced we’re doing a nationwide search for the season 2 cast,” Murphy explained, and a boyfriend for Kurt is “one of the three roles that we’re adding. And we’re going to make them a power couple. We’re not going to do the whole hiding in the shadows thing. We’re going to make them popular, and out and proud and glamorous. Like prom king and king. We’re doing the opposite of what’s been done.”

As if N.P.H., J.Lo, and Kurt in love wasn’t enough to make your gay head spin round, another detail divulged: Scene-stealing Jane Lynch is supposed to sing “Vogue” in the all-Madonna episode.

Who else would you like to see guest-star on Glee: Ellen DeGeneres, Adam Lambert or someone else?

For the lesbian in your life or any ardent fan of the phenomenal Showtime drama, you may want to submit your order for The L Word Book now. The hefty hardback includes never-before-seen photos — many snapped by stunning star Jennifer Beals — cast commentary, and mementos like bits of scripts, call sheets, and production memos.

Proceeds from the big book will be split among several philanthropic causes close to the show’s heart, including the Matthew Shepard Foundation, Mia Kirshner’s I Live Here Projects, a Project of ETINA and The Pablove Foundation .

You can even personalize the gift by uploading your personal photos to be inserted into your copy of the lovely L Word volume. Perfect for the die-hard fans who lived alongside the fictional ladies on their epic journey.

Chief in organizing the collection, series star Beals, who portrayed Bette Porter for six super seasons, has given the book’s website a note about the volume’s genesis, excerpted below:

“During the six years we were shooting The L Word, I kept a photographic journal of the cast and crew, born out of a profound desire to create a bulwark against my rapidly eroding memory. It was an era of my life I was eager to preserve: I wanted to remember the cast, the readthrus, the dinners, the rehearsals — everything. I took pictures and saved my scripts, callsheets, and memos and organized them every year. I used them for reference as the seasons moved on, but frankly I held onto them because I knew I would get a kick out of looking at them as the years passed. Mostly, I wanted to remember the joy, because no matter where the storylines went, we always managed to have fun …

The L Word as a series was, at its core, about community and that played out behind the scenes as the cast formed its own community. But the series also was about all of you who made our collective journey possible. That is why I wanted to make the book available to fans of the show.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Beals ”

Additionally, a series of large-format prints and limited edition prints of select photos from the book will be available later this year.

Books will be available this month. We can’t wait!

The series of photographs exploring the real life of Radcliffe were taken on January 13, 2009, while he was appearing on the Broadway stage in Equus. The 50 photos capture the actor candidly rehearsing, relaxing, eating, and, in a towel-clad shot, just stepping out of the shower.

The accompanying footnotes and captions were written by Radcliffe to give the ultimate personal perspective on each captured moment.

This is the first in a series of One Day in the Life of… books from Hailand. Upcoming subjects include Rufus Wainwright, Nadine Coyle, Jake Shears, and Christian Lacroix, to be released in 2010.

SW: With the first two shows out of the way, do you guys feel a little more confident to play your new material?

Tegan: “Definitely. I’m always nervous for New York and L.A. It’s a big deal. There are a lot of record company people out. Sara and I have spent 99% of our career not worrying about press, journalists, and record companies, but when you play in New York and L.A. you can just abandon all of that—or you have to—because it is super important. I want the label to care. I want them to be behind the record, so I want them to be impressed by the live show. We have such an amazing, wonderful, intensely loving and devoted audience and there are lots of people in the media who are part of that audience.

There’s definitely a lot of ground we want to cover with this record. Sara and I are prepared and fully ready to crack even more of the mainstream, because we know there are more people who would really connect intensely with our band if they just knew about it. So that means kind of sucking it up and doing a lot more press, radio, and handshaking, which is fine. We’re outspoken and we’re feminists and we’re strong role models for women and for queer culture, and I think it’s time for the mainstream to have a little more of that.”

Click here to read the full interview, exclusively on SheWired.com

In a statement, Midler recalled, “What a fabulous two years this has been” since her show debuted in February 2008. “These legs have had such a great run in the desert,” she continued, “it may be time to haul them to places with more humidity and fewer slot machines.”

Midler plans to return to the studio following the show’s end to begin work on a new album.

Rodriguez now says her complicated love life is off limits and mislabeling her is a sign of lazy reporting. Showbiz Spy reported the she said, “If I wanted to tell people what I do with my vagina, I’d have made a sex video a long time ago. Largely, people don’t know the whole story about anything. But still they need to put a name on it so they can label it and put it on the side and not dedicate any time to figuring it out. It’s laziness.”After sticking to her ambiguous amorous preference, she did mention an affinity for a well-known lusted-after icon and out bisexual, actress Angelina Jolie. “I like women like Angelina Jolie because of her ability to harness masculine and feminine energy into one,” Rodriguez said. “There are certain people who are so sexual that it doesn’t matter how old they get, they’re still sexual. Angie, at 50, will still be sexual.”

In a twist that’s exciting many fans of the beloved HBO series and its subsequent motion picture adaptation, GossipCop.com reported Carrie has “an indiscretion” with ex Aidan (John Corbett) in the 2010 movie. The site claims to have obtained a script that reveals the affair and the big role Aidan, who Carrie cheated on with a married Big and ultimately broke off her engagement to during the show’s run between 1998 and 2004.

Corbett admitted he’d “relish” a chance to participate in the big-screen versions after the first film’s release, but at the time, writer-director Michael Patrick King said he couldn’t take a thoroughbred character like Aidan out of the stables with out a juicy place for him in the plot. Has the sequel created the perfect chance?

Corbett was seen in Morocco around the same time SATC2 was there filming on location. Parker has refused to “confirm nor deny” whether Corbett will be returning to the franchise for the second film. She told MTV, “It might have just been coincidental that he was traveling.” Fans will just have to wait and see.

Carrie and Big may be perfect for each other, but which one was perfect for you: bad boy Big or sensitive, loving Aidan?