Thursday, 23 February 2017

Angelina Jolie Considers ‘Maleficent 2’ and Directorial Project.

Not done with Hollywood just yet. Angelina Jolie may reprise her role as the titular character in Maleficent 2, and has numerous directorial projects in the works amid her nasty and very public divorce from Brad Pitt, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The site reports that Jolie, 41, will not be taking a step back from Hollywood, as has been previously speculated; instead, the By the Sea actor-director will be tackling a number of different projects in the coming year.

Her most recent film and directorial endeavor, First They Killed My Father, screened in Cambodia on Saturday, February 18, and Jolie made headlines when she brought all six kids — Maddox, 15, Pax, 13, Zahara, 12, Shiloh, 10, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 8 — with her to meet Cambodian royalty and taste-test the local cuisine, including spiders.

Angelina Jolie greets members of the press while leaving a press conference ahead of the premiere of her new film "First They Killed My Father" set up at the Raffles Grand Hotel D'Angkor on February 18, 2017 in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Omar Havana/Getty Images
The Oscar-winner’s next projects will keep her closer to home, however, with two large-scale projects in development for Universal: an adaptation of Simon Sebag Montefiore’s Catherine the Great and Potemkin: The Imperial Love Affair and The Spy Who Loved, a World War II espionage drama based on Clare Mulley’s 2012 book.

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Jolie is also looking to develop what might be her next directing project, an adaptation of Alessandro Baricco’s 2004 novel Without Blood, which tells the story of an unnamed war. On the other end of the genre spectrum, the UN special envoy is also a producer on Disney kid’s film The One and Only Ivan.

Jolie’s last film in front of the camera was By the Sea, which she also wrote and directed, and costarred in with her now ex-husband, Brad Pitt, but bombed at the box office. In 2016, she lent her voice to Kung Fu Panda 3, as the Tigress character.

Angelina Jolie as Maleficent Frank Connor ©Disney Enterprises
She is also considering starring in Universal’s remake of The Bride of Frankenstein and Sony’s Shoot Like a Girl, based on the true story of an American Air Force major and helicopter pilot Mary Jennings Hegar.

As previously reported, Jolie recently opened up about her headline-making split from Pitt, 53, calling it a “difficult time,” while in Cambodia with her kids.

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“My family, we’ve all been through a difficult time,” Jolie said during a BBC interview when asked about how she's been dealing with the stress of the divorce. “My focus is my children, our children, and it is — and my focus is finding this way through. And as I said, we are and forever will be a family. And so that is how I’m coping. I’m coping with finding a way through to make sure this somehow makes us stronger and closer.”

Will Donald Trump Get Impeached? Here’s How It Could Happen..

The odds are definitely not in Donald Trump’s favor. The former Apprentice host may be just a little over one month into his presidency, but oddsmakers are already having a field day placing bets on whether — and when — the real estate mogul will be impeached.

Back when Trump, 70, was named President-elect in November, online betting site Ladbrokes placed the odds of him not making it through his full four-year term at 3/1. But since the last three chaotic weeks, those odds have shortened to just 10/11, or about a 52 percent chance of happening.

Trump says he’ll get the job done, but the money suggest otherwise, and punters aren’t entirely convinced the next four years will be plain sailing and he could be out of the White House via impeachment or resignation sooner rather than later,” Jessica Bridge, a spokeswoman for Ladbrokes, told UK’s Independent.

In order for Trump to be impeached, there would need to be a majority vote in the House of Representatives, and the case would then be tried by the Senate, where at least 2/3 of those present need to vote in favor of impeachment for the motion to take action.

Only two past U.S. presidents have been impeached by the House of Representatives — Andrew Johnson in 1868 and Bill Clinton in 1998 — but both of them were later acquitted by the Senate. Former president Richard Nixon resigned in 1974 before the House could vote on his impeachment.

There are a number of reasons Trump may find himself exiting the White House early, chief among them are what some say are his violations of the U.S. Constitution and the conflict of interests brought about by his ties to overseas governments and state-owned companies via his businesses.

Earlier this month, legal scholars James C. Nelson and John Bonifaz penned an editorial for Time magazine pointing out all the specific portions of the Constitution that they say Trump has already violated in his four weeks in office.

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“Where Trump runs afoul of the foreign-emoluments clause is that, first and foremost, he is a businessman with significant financial interests and governmental entanglements all over the globe,” the pair wrote. “Moreover, Trump’s business dealings are veiled in complicated corporate technicalities and lack transparency.”

At present, Nelson and Bonifaz say the Trump Organization does or has done business with Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, St. Martin, St. Vincent, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and Uruguay. According to the legal experts, “through his interest in the Trump Organization, [he] will continue to receive monetary and other benefits from foreign powers and their agents.”

The Constitution's impeachment clause, Article II, Section 4, states that a president can be impeached only for “treason, bribery and other high crimes and misdemeanors," and of the three, bribery, according to government ethics experts who spoke to the New York Daily News, seems the most likely potential offense. This is because the emoluments clause states the president cannot "accept any present, emolument, office or title, of any kind whatsoever, from any king, prince or foreign state."

Katy Perry’s Backup Dancer Falls Off Stage Dressed as a White House During the Brit Awards

This will never get old 😂😂😂. One of Katy Perry’s backup dancers fell off the stage during her BRIT Awards performance in London on Wednesday, February 22, and thus Left Shark 2.0 was born. The backup dancer who took a tumble instantly became a meme, and the fact that they were dressed as a White House made it all the better.

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In case you missed it, Perry performed her latest single “Chained to the Rhythm” and emphasized the track’s political undertones by performing alongside two skeleton figures resembling President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Theresa May and a bevy of backup dancers wearing cutout house costumes. At one point during her performance, one of the tiny houses found themselves too close to the edge of the stage and they tumbled over. The skeletons also held hands in reference to when Trump held May’s hand during a White House visit last month.

Katy Perry on stage at the Brit Awards at the O2 Arena, London on Feb 22, 2017. Dominic Lipinski/PA Images via Getty Images
“The new left shark 🏠 #BRITs2017 #KatyPerryBRITS,” one person on Twitter wrote, along with a clip of the viral moment, referring to Perry’s 2015 Super Bowl performance backup dancer who was dressed as a shark and seemingly less coordinated or prepared as its right shark counterpart.

This is really a big deal dancers never stop falling off the stage.lol😂

Kim Kardashian Suffers Nip Slip in Unfortunate Outfit Consisting of Sweatpants, a Lace Corset and Oversized Parka — See the Pics

So much for the ginormous parka. Kim Kardashian suffered a nip slip while leaving restaurant Joey in Woodland Hills, California, on Wednesday, February 22.

Kim Kardashian steps out for lunch with Kourtney and Kris and the KUWTK film crew in Calabasas, CA on February 22, 2017. ROL-la-Jul/X17online.com
The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star, 36, gave photographers an accidental glimpse of her nipple in a lace corset top, which she paired with an unfortunate looking pair of high-waisted sweatpants and an oversized white parka. Kardashian completed her bizarre look, which was seemingly inspired by her husband Kanye West’s Yeezy Season 5, with a pair of ’80s sunglasses and a mini orange Birkin purse.

The Selfish author was dining with mom Kris Jenner and her sister Kourtney Kardashian. The day also marked what would have been their late father Robert Kardashian’s 73rd birthday.❤

“Happy Birthday dad! I love this family photo. I love our family. Thank you for EVERYTHING. I'm so grateful you are my dad!” Kim tweeted, along with a throwback family photo of her family with the late lawyer.

She also shared that her father left her with a tradition she’s carrying on with her own children, North and Saint West.

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“I found a 3 page letter my dad wrote me right after high school about life and it's so special to have. I re-read it last night ❤️,” she tweeted. “I write my kids a letter each year reflecting on the year we had together & fun memories. I'll give the letters to them when they turn 21 ❤️.”

Wednesday, 22 February 2017

Jennifer Lopez Gushes Over Drake: 'I Have So Much Love for That Boy

Things got juicy yesterday when Jennifer Lopez stopped by The Ellen DeGeneres Show Tuesday (Feb. 21). Amidst the discussion -- which touched on J. Lo’s Las Vegas residency and the possibility of performing at the next Super Bowl -- her rumored romance with Drake came into play.

Last December, an Instagram photo created waves as people speculated on the possibility that Lopez and the Toronto rapper were dating. Later, the two were seen kissing while promoting a potential collaboration. Obviously DeGeneres couldn't help asking: Did they really work on a song together?

“Actually, he sent me a song that he wanted me to be on, and I got on the song," J. Lo explained. "Yeah, we have a song together. I don’t know what he’s going to do with it, but yeah.”

It didn’t technically confirm that they aren’t dating, however. Lopez has dated other younger men in the past -- for example, on-and-off love (and her backup dancer) Casper Smart -- which the host also briefly touches on. Yet, J. Lo asserted age has nothing to do with it.

“I don’t date younger men. It’s not like you have to be younger. It’s not about that,” the singer said. “I just meet people and if I go out with them, I got out with them. And if I like them and I like them. If I don’t, I don’t. It’s about the person. It’s about who they are. It has nothing to do with age.”

Jennifer Lopez has finally given a bit of insight amidst rumors of a potential romance with rapper Drake.

The two have been spending a lot of time together since December and fueled even more speculation by posting cuddly pictures on Instagram.

Lopez addressed her creative connection with Drake on the Grammys red carpet Sunday. While speaking to Ryan Seacrest for E! News, the singer discussed the two making a song together.

Lopez did not specifically comment on her romantic involvement with the rapper. She did, however, giggle and say, “Absolutely we hung out, we have a great time. He’s amazing. I have so much love for that boy.”

Beyonce Wears $22K Gucci Kimono Courtside at NBA All-Star Game

The Knowles-Carter family was spotted sitting courtside in style at the NBA All-Star game Sunday night (Feb. 19).

Gucci was the designer of choice for the New Orleans game; Blue Ivy wore a green children's broderie anglaise dress, while her mom Beyonce donned a floor-length, printed silk kimono with colorful fur trim. See below.

The tropical kimono from Gucci’s SS17 Ready-to-Wear collection retails for a staggering $21,945. Though a little on the expensive side, it’s no surprise that Bey supports the fashion house. Just last weekend at the 2017 Grammy Awards, Blue Ivy sported a pink children’s jacket and pants by Gucci.

The singer’s critically acclaimed 2016 album, Lemonade, debuted with a video for single “Formation” clad in Gucci, featuring the iconic red print ensemble she wears on top of a sinking cop car, and the sheer, tulle multicolored gown from their SS16 collection.

#Gucci's Embroidered tiger print silk kimono -- Price tag: $ 21,945 #SS17 ——— Gothic Gucci print fan Price tag: $ 450 #AllStarGame
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Rihanna Earns Landmark 30th Top 10 Hit on Billboard Hot 100 Chart

With "Love on the Brain," Rihanna joins Madonna (38) and The Beatles (34) as the only acts with at least 30 Hot 100 top 10s all time.

As previously reported, Rihanna rumbles 13-8 on the Billboard Hot 100 (dated March 4) with "Love on the Brain," marking her milestone 30th top 10. Dating to the chart's Aug. 4, 1958, inception, only Madonna, with 38, and The Beatles, with 34, boast more.

Rihanna breaks a tie for third place with Michael Jackson, who's tallied 29 top 10s, as a soloist.

Notably, Rihanna sports the second-fastest accumulation of 30 Hot 100 top 10s (from an act's first-ever week in the region to the first week in the tier with its 30th). Having first hit the top 10 with "Pon De Replay" on the July 16, 2005-dated chart, she needed 10 years, seven months and two weeks to tally 30 top 10s. Only The Beatles hit the landmark more quickly, from "I Want to Hold Your Hand" to "Something," over a span of just five years, nine months and two weeks (Jan. 25, 1964-Nov. 8, 1969).

While she's the leader for the most Hot 100 top 10s, Madonna took 12 years, eight months and two weeks from her first top 10, "Borderline," to her 30th, "Don't Cry for Me Argentina" (June 16, 1984-March 1, 1997; thus, with the latest Hot 100 dated March 4, 2017, we last celebrated an act reaching 30 top 10 hits 20 years ago to the week).

Here's a recap of Rihanna's 30 Hot 100 top 10s

Title, Peak Pos. Peak Date
"Pon De Replay," No. 2, 7/30/2005
"SOS," No. 1 (three weeks), 5/13/2006
"Unfaithful," No. 6, 7/22/2006
"Break It Off" (with Sean Paul), No. 9, 3/17/2007

"Umbrella" (feat. Jay Z), No. 1 (seven weeks), 6/9/2007
"Hate That I Love You" (feat. Ne-Yo), No. 7, 12/22/2007
"Don't Stop the Music," No. 3, 2/16/2008
"Take a Bow," No. 1 (one week), 5/24/2008
"Disturbia," No. 1 (two weeks), 8/23/2008
"Live Your Life" (T.I. feat. Rihanna), No. 1 (six weeks), 10/18/2008
"Run This Town" (with Jay Z & Kanye West), No. 2, 10/3/2009
"Russian Roulette," No. 9, 11/21/2009
"Hard" (feat. Jeezy), No. 8, 1/30/2010
"Rude Boy," No. 1 (five weeks), 3/27/2010
"Love the Way You Lie" (Eminem feat. Rihanna), No. 1 (seven weeks), 7/31/2010
"Only Girl (In the World)," No. 1 (one week), 12/4/2010

"What's My Name?," (feat. Drake), No. 1 (one week), 11/20/2010
"S&M" (feat. Britney Spears), No. 1 (one week), 4/30/2011
"Cheers (Drink to That)," No. 7, 10/8/2011
"We Found Love" (feat. Calvin Harris), No. 1 (10 weeks), 11/12/2011
"Take Care" (Drake feat. Rihanna), No. 7, 3/24/2012
"Where Have You Been," No. 5, 7/7/2012
"Diamonds," No. 1 (three weeks), 12/1/2012
"Stay" (feat. Mikky Ekko), No. 3, 3/2/2013
"The Monster" (Eminem feat. Rihanna), No. 1 (four weeks), 12/21/2013
"FourFiveSeconds" (with Kanye West & Paul McCartney), No. 4, 2/28/2015
"Work" (feat. Drake), No. 1 (nine weeks), 3/5/2016
"Needed Me," No. 7, 7/2/2016

"This Is What You Came For" (Calvin Harris feat. Rihanna), No. 3, 8/6/2016
"Love on the Brain," No. 8 (to date), 3/4/2017