First Look: Idina Menzel on ‘Glee’

Check out the new official photos of Idina Menzel on Glee, as well as photos from the upcoming season.

Menzel guest-stars as Shelby Corcoran in “Hell-O,” the spring premiere episode of GLEE airing at a special time Tuesday, April 13 (9:28-10:30 PM ET/PT) following American Idol on FOX.

Menzel will play the coach of McKinley High’s rival glee club Vocal Adrenaline. It was reported that she will most likely appear in all of the nine upcoming episodes.

More photos after the jump!

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Edited: March 31st, 2010

NYGossipGirl Exclusive Interview: Matt Bomer

NYGossipGirl recently had the pleasure of meeting Matt Bomer, the star of White Collar. Here’s what the charming 32-year-old had to say:

NYGG: Did you know the show was going to be such a huge success when you started?

Bomer: No! We had no idea. To me, I just loved the script, I loved the character, it was so much fun to do that whatever came about was great. I think I’ve been in this business long enough to not really have any expectations, just show up, do the work, and do the best I could. And I knew I was on a network that really gave shows a shot, and really got behind their shows and so I’m really grateful to be working for them and I was pleasantly surprised.

NYGG: Do you have anything else you are working on?

Bomer: Right now, it was tough because this hiatus was so short. I did have movie offers, but I couldn’t shoot them in such a brief period of time so that was tricky. But right now, I’m doing a workshop of a new Broadway musical. They’re re-making the last Rat Pack movie actually, Robin and The Seven Hoods, and I’m playing the Sinatra role in that, so that was sort of a fun way for me to get to flex my creative muscles with a much smaller time constraint.

NYGG: Is there a particular genre of film that you like?

Bomer: I really respond to a lot of the really fun romantic comedy stuff. I think it’s fun, and it gives you a real sense of liberty as an actor to make fun choices, and I think that’d be a really fun place to start.

NYGG: Do you have anyone in mind who you’d want to play the lead actress opposite you?

Bomer: Oh my gosh, the list is endless. I really like Ginnifer Goodwin a lot. Who else do I really like? Anna Faris. I love her, too. I think she’s hysterical.

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Edited: March 30th, 2010

Ricky Martin: “I Am A Fortunate Homosexual Man”

Ricky Martin has officially come out of the closet as a gay man. The singer posted a message on his Web site, saying:

“A few months ago I decided to write my memoirs, a project I knew was going to bring me closer to an amazing turning point in my life. From the moment I wrote the first phrase I was sure the book was the tool that was going to help me free myself from things I was carrying within me for a long time. Things that were too heavy for me to keep inside. Writing this account of my life, I got very close to my truth. And this is something worth celebrating.

For many years, there has been only one place where I am in touch with my emotions fearlessly and that’s the stage. Being on stage fills my soul in many ways, almost completely. It’s my vice. The music, the lights and the roar of the audience are elements that make me feel capable of anything. This rush of adrenaline is incredibly addictive. I don’t ever want to stop feeling these emotions. But it is serenity that brings me to where I’m at right now. An amazing emotional place of comprehension, reflection and enlightenment. At this moment I’m feeling the same freedom I usually feel only on stage, without a doubt, I need to share.

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Edited: March 30th, 2010

Angelina Jolie Rumored to Play Disney’s Maleficent

Rumors are buzzing that Angelina Jolie wants to play the villain role of Maleficent, in a live-action remake of Sleeping Beauty.

Tim Burton is in talks to direct the movie, the Los Angeles Times reports.

The film will be told from the point-of-view of Maleficent, who curses Princess Aurora in the tale of Sleeping Beauty.

Jolie is currently filming The Tourist alongside Johnny Depp in Venice, Italy.

What do YOU think of her playing Maleficent?

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Edited: March 28th, 2010

What the ‘Shrek’ Just Happened?

Check out the funny new character posters from Shrek Forever After, the fourth installment from the popular franchise.

The cast includes: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Justin Timberlake, Antonio Banderas, Paul McCartney, Julie Andrews and Eric Idle.

Here’s a synopsis of the film:

Instead of scaring villagers away like he used to, a reluctant Shrek now agrees to autograph pitch forks. Longing for the days when he felt like a “real ogre,” Shrek is duped into signing a pact with the smooth-talking dealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin.

Shrek suddenly finds himself in a twisted, alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin is king and Shrek and Fiona have never met. Now, it’s up to Shrek to undo all he’s done in the hopes of saving his friends, restoring his world and reclaiming his one True Love.

Shrek Forever After hits theaters on May 21.

Edited: March 28th, 2010

Jessica Biel and Jennifer Garner: ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Remake

Looks like Jessica Biel and Jennifer Garner will star in another film together – a remake of Laverne & Shirley.

Valentine’s Day director, Garry Marshall, who was recently honored at the 18th Annual Night At Sardi’s Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s said that the script is now being written by Valentine’s Day star Jamie Foxx.

He said:
“Jamie and I are trying to do it. He’s writing it. It’s a whole different modern day take on how they came up on the streets during difficult times. Laverne would be this very tough girl with a big ‘L’ tattooed on her arm. Jennifer Garner would play Laverne and Jessica Biel would play Shirley.”

What do YOU think of the remake?

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Edited: March 28th, 2010

Fox Cancels ‘24′

Bad news 24 fans. Fox has decided to cancel the show after eight seasons.

In a statement, series star Keifer Sutherland said:

“This has been the role of a lifetime, and I will never be able to fully express my appreciation to everyone who made it possible.

While the end of the series is bittersweet, we always wanted 24 to finish on a high note, so the decision to make the eighth season our last was one we all agreed upon.

This feels like the culmination of all our efforts from the writers to the actors to our fantastic crew and everyone at Fox. Looking ahead to the future, [executive producer and showrunner] Howard Gordon and I are excited about the opportunity to create the feature film version of 24.

But when all is said and done, it is the loyal worldwide fan base that made it possible for me to have the experience of playing the role of Jack Bauer, and for that I am eternally grateful.”

The final two-hour episode will air May 24.

Edited: March 26th, 2010

Preview: Christina Aguilera: ‘Not Myself Tonight’

Listen to a 15-second preview of Christina Aguilera’s new single Not Myself Tonight, off her new album, Bionic, which hits stores on June 8th.

Here’s what she said about her upcoming album:

I was able to explore and create a fresh, sexy feel using both electronic and organic elements with subject matter ranging from playful to introspective. I am so excited for my fans to hear the new sound. It is something I don’t think anyone will expect.”

Not Myself Tonight premieres this Tuesday!

Edited: March 26th, 2010

Emma Stone to Star with ‘The Help’

Emma Stone is in negotiations to star in the film adaption of Kathryn Stockett’s The Help.

Dreamworks Studios confirmed the news. Stone will play the lead character, Skeeter Phelan, a white recent college graduate living in the South in the early 1960s.

Skeeter is “uncomfortable with the current social norms of her Mississippi, where the black maids do all the work and receive none of the respect. She sets out to write a book chronicling the maids’ experiences, a tell-all that uncovers the racism, cruelty and deplorable actions of the white society women, some of whom are her own friends.”

Shooting for the film is set to begin in this summer.

Edited: March 23rd, 2010

Confirmed: Chris Evans is Captain America

Chris Evans has landed the lead role of Steve Rogers, aka, Captain America in Marvel’s upcoming superhero film, The First Avenger: Captain America.

The 28-year-old was offered the role last week, but he allegedly didn’t accept at first. He reportedly didn’t know if he wanted to play a superhero again – he played Johnny Storm, the Human Torch in the Fantastic Four franchise.

The studio has however, fast tracked the deal.

What do you think of the new Captain America?

Sound off in the comments!

Edited: March 23rd, 2010

James Franco and Mila Kunis: ‘Date Night’ Duo

Check out the new photos from the upcoming comedy Date Night.

The film stars Steve Carell and Tina Fey who play a New York couple whose romantic evening takes a dangerous and thrilling turn when they use someone else’s name to get a table at a restaurant.

Mila Kunis plays Whippit and James Franco plays Taste, who have a strange encounter with the couple.

Mark Wahlberg, Mark Ruffalo, Ray Liotta, Leighton Meester, Common and SNL’s Kristen Wiig round up the cast.

Date Night opens in theaters on April 9!

Edited: March 21st, 2010

Sam Worthington: Details Magazine April 2010

Sam Worthington covers the latest issue of Details magazine. Here’s what the Avatar star had to say:

On why he comes across like an idiot:
“I’m still a very boisterous young man. And I swear a bit more than I should. So I’m learning to temper it, you know?”

On liking to work:
“I hate downtime. This is the first time I’ve had time off. I hate it.”

On his childhood:
“I’m not a great fan of people who say they put a sheet up in the backyard when they were 7 and entertained all the neighbors. When I was 7, I thought I was a f-cking fire truck. Growing up, you tended to just go through school to get out… then figure out what you want to do in this big ball of mud.”

On where he wants his career to go:
“Most people could say, ‘I want to be on magazine covers. I want to have enough money to buy a house. If it was tangible hopefully I wouldn’t be doing it, to be honest.”

On fame:
“If you start walking around in a red chinchilla, thinking you’re better than everybody,” Worthington says, “you’re going to look like a dickhead.”