George Clooney And Viola Davis Prepare For The Oscars On Entertainment Weekly Magazine!

LOVE THIS COVER!

The race to the Oscars is on! And in preparation for that, Entertainment Weekly has released their newest issue with 2012 Oscar nominees George Clooney (The Descendants) and Viola Davis (The Help).

Viola Davis on The Help:

“First lead role ever in a movie. So it was my first time to really create a character from beginning to end. I’ve always just shown up and, whatever my lines are, I just do it, like almost robotic in a way. But this is the first time I felt a huge responsibility - to the African-American community, to the people who read the book. A lot was on our shoulders.”

George Clooney on the lack of leading roles for women in Hollywood:

“There’s this strange thing that’s happened over the last 25 or 30 years where there’s this decision being made that women aren’t able to carry the box office. Now, Bridesmaids has proved that to be bulls—, and The Help has proven it to be bulls—. But it’s much harder to get a film with a woman lead made. When a man hits 40 is when roles just begin to happen. And for women it doesn’t happen. I find that to be a very concerning issue.”

I'm betting my money on these two to win!

Billy Crystal Replaces Eddie Murphy As OSCARS Host!

I'm sure people 50+ year's old are ecstatic about this news. Me? Not so much....

“Some of the best moments of my career have happened on the Oscar stage,” Crystal said in a statement. “I am thrilled to be back there. Actually, I am doing this so that the young woman in my pharmacy will stop asking me my name when I pick up my prescriptions.”

*Slow Clap*

Dancers...this is the NINTH time the Mr Crystal has hosted the Academy Awards.  

Ok, Eddie couldn't do it. FINE! Did we have to go back to the same ole, same ole?!?! Hollywood...you bore me at times...

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Eddie Murphy Steps Down As OSCAR Host!

NOOOOOOOOOOOO! I knew this would happen. 

It has now been confirmed that Eddie Murphy will step down as Host of the 84th Annual OSCARS. As we reported earlier, Eddie's pal and movie director Brett Ratner stepped down from producing duties because of using a gay slur. And many wondered if Eddie would do the same since Ratner was instrumental in bringing Eddie on as Host.

Now, we have our answer! Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences president Tom Sherak announced Wednesday:

"I appreciate how Eddie feels about losing his creative partner, Brett Ratner, and we all wish him well," Sherak said in a release from the Academy. 

Eddie also released his own separate statement:

"First and foremost I want to say that I completely understand and support each party's decision with regard to a change of producers for this year's Academy Awards ceremony. I was truly looking forward to being a part of the show that our production team and writers were just starting to develop, but I'm sure that the new production team and host will do an equally great job."

And there you have it, Dancers! This statement really wanted to say: "Look. If Ratner is out, so am I!" 

Director Brett Ratner Is OUT As OSCARS Producer Gor Using Gay Slur....What Will Happen To Eddie Murphy As Host?

Ut Oh!!! When will people learn?

Brett Ratner tendered his resignation to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences on Tuesday after apologizing for using an offensive term to describe homosexuals. The filmmaker was going to co-produce next year's 84th annual Oscarcast – and his resignation could conceivably throw into question whether Eddie Murphy will still host the event. Murphy had been recruited for the job by Ratner, who directed him in the movie Tower Heist. "He did the right thing for the Academy and for himself," Academy President Tom Sherak said in a statement, regarding Ratner's resignation. "Words have meaning, and they have consequences. Brett is a good person, but his comments were unacceptable. We all hope this will be an opportunity to raise awareness about the harm that is caused by reckless and insensitive remarks, regardless of the intent." Ratner, 42, used the gay slur during a question-and-answer session at Hollywood's Arclight cinema on Friday, and again on Howard Stern's program, to suggest that rehearsals are only for weaklings. In his apology, Ratner said that it was "a dumb way of expressing myself". Don Mischer, who was to co-produce with Ratner, will likely remain to oversee the Oscars, it is being reported. Ratner, meanwhile, continues to come under fire for his remarks, as is the Academy for not immediately firing him. The Los Angeles Times film columnist Patrick Goldstein wrote, among other comments, Tuesday night: "It's hardly a news flash that Ratner is a crass hustler who's spent his entire career in a Sammy Glick-like rush to get ahead, often behaving with all of the grace and elan of a character out of Entourage."

WHOA!

Lots of folks are wondering whether Eddie Murphy will resign now since most of his early stand-up career revolved around him using the f-word. 

I will say this...if I can quote my love Maya Angelou...."when you know better, you do better". YES, Eddie has used the word countless times, but hopefully he sees that, just like the n-word, it can cause a lot of pain and hurt for a group of people. We haven't heard Eddie use the word in quite some time. Hopefully he realizes that it can be damaging to many people.

I, for one, would love to see Eddie host the OSCARS. We'll have to see how Ratner's resignation will affect him.

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Could Eddie Murphy Host Next Year's OSCARS???

If so, that would be awesome...don't you think??? It's pretty obvious that when Eddie isn't working, he stays OUT of the public eye. So seeing him host a show like the OSCARS could be VERY comical or very scary! Let's face it...Eddie lis liable to say any and everything out of his mouth!!!

Is Eddie Murphy going to host the 2012 Academy Awards? No decision has officially been made, but sources close to the show say the comedian has emerged as the top candidate to do the honors for the February broadcast. A decision could come as early as this week when producers Brett Ratner and Don Mischer meet with Academy of Motion Pictures President Tom Sherak. Representatives from the Academy declined to comment on Sunday. While nothing is set in stone, the thinking behind Murphy as host is a return to the basics of what has worked on shows past. Recent attempts at changing up the hosting duties from the popular single-comedian format -- two actors (James Franco and Anne Hathaway), two comedians (Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin) -- haven't been as successful. Murphy would represent the kind of talent that has historically worked best: An energetic comedian who is quick to improv -- he's a "Saturday Night Live" veteran and his very R-rated live show "Raw" was turned into a popular film in 1987. Still, his live-on-stage talent hasn't been in use in about a quarter-century, so going with Murphy is a risky decision. Plus, aside from his voice work in the "Shrek" series, Murphy's movie career hasn't exactly been on fire recently. (He was, however, nominated for an Oscar for 2006's "Dreamgirls.") While the producers may believe that putting this famous actor in this role is something of an exciting choice, that could prove to be a big mistake should Murphy's upcoming two movies fail to connect at the box office. His next effort, "Tower Heist" (directed by Ratner) will debut in early November, while the long-shelved, and likely more problematic "A Thousand Words" won't open until January, one month before the Oscars. Besides Murphy, other names being bandied about for hosting duties include Billy Crystal and Jerry Seinfeld. If Murphy is selected, the choice will likely disappoint anyone in Britain who's already laid down money with bookies -- one popular site came out this week with their odds on various possible Oscar hosts, giving the best shot (at 6-1) to Oprah Winfrey, followed by Steve Martin (8-1), Bradley Cooper and Crystal (9-1 each). Murphy wasn't even listed.

Celebs Do The 19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation's Oscar Viewing Party

Elton John, along with his husband David Furnish celebrated at their 19th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation's Oscar Viewing Party held at the Pacific Design Center last night in West Hollywood, California. 

I'm hearing that Elton's foundation raised over $4 MILLION!!! 

MAYJAH! Congrats....

Enjoy flix from the event under the break.....

Oscar After-Party Flix - Vanity Fair!

 Oh! Well alright then. Seems as if we have a new couple on our hands!

More flix under the break.....

The 83rd Annual Academy Awards (OSCARS) - Show

The Oscars are finally over (and can we say they were a MAJOR snoozefest!!!).

Check out the show flix below and a complete list of the winners under the cut.....

The 83rd Annual Academy Awards (OSCARS) - Red Carpet

Celebrities stormed the red carpet for the 83rd Annual Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Los Angeles, CA.

Enjoy TONS of red carpet flix below.....

"Vanity Fair's" 2011 Hollywood Issue!

Oh my...this cover is SEXY and FAB! Me likes....

Here is 17th annual Hollywood Issue cover for Vanity Fair.

On the cover, you will see the latest "IT" actors/actresses taking Hollywood by storm: Oscar co-hosts Anne Hathaway and James Franco, Ryan Reynolds, Jake Gyllenhaal, Jesse Eisenberg, Jennifer Lawrence, Noomi Rapace, Anthony Mackie, Olivia Wilde, Mila Kunis, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Andrew Garfield, Rashida Jones, Garrett Hedlund, and Robert Duvall (playing bartender). Robert Duvall? LEGEND!

The cover was shot in Los Angeles and New York over the course of two days by photographer Norman Jean Roy. 

See behind the scenes footage of their shoot under the break.....

Spotted: Natalie Portman And Fiance + Her "Oscar" Nom. Reaction

 

Nataie Portman was spotted with her fiance and Black Swan co-star Benjamin Millepied on a walk around New York City yesterday afternoon.

The pregnant actress was bundled up as she braved the cold NYC weather walking her dog.

In related news, Natalie was just honored with a Best Actress Oscar nomination for her role in Black Swan earlier today. Here is her reaction:

"I am so honored and grateful to the Academy for this recognition. It is a wonderful culmination of the ten-year journey with Darren to make this film. Making Black Swan is already the most meaningful experience of my career, and the passion shown for the film has completed the process of communication between artists and audience. I am so thankful for the support we have received and I share this honor with the entire cast and crew of the film, especially Darren Aronofsky."

This is definitely her year...CONGRATS to Natalie!

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Betty White To Host The "Oscars"???

Don't tease the Universe like that!

Well, leave it up to Facebook to get another campaign going to place Betty White at the podium at next year's Oscars. As of this morning, more than 9,200 members have jumped on the "Betty White to Host the Oscars" bandwagon. I LIIIIVE!

It seems as if EVERYONE is gaga for the 80-something dame, and rightfully so. Her stellar and witty performance on SNL this past weekend brought SNL it's highest ratings within the past year and a half!

Star Power!!!!!!!!!!

Betty White For Prez (and I'd like her to be my mommy)!