Eddie Murphy Named Oscar Host
Comedian and actor Eddie Murphy, 50, has been confirmed as the host of the 84th Academy Awards next year, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Brett Ratner, who will serve as one of the co-producers for the prestigious awards ceremony, is in the process of wrapping up a new comedy with Murphy called “Tower Heist” hitting theaters Nov. 4.
Josh Duhamel Aids Old Neighborhood
Actor Josh Duhamel, 38, star of the movie “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” is helping to raise money for his childhood neighborhood of Minot, N.D., after devastating river flooding this summer left the town in ruins.
“I have pride in where I’m from and just want to help the best way I could,” Duhamel told The Associated Press. “People [in Minot] are as strong as they come. I’m not really worried about the will or spirit of the people.”
A fundraising concert was held at the State Fairgrounds last Saturday featuring such bands as The Black Eyed Peas, whose lead singer Fergie is Duhamel’s wife. Proceeds are slated to go toward purchasing building materials for individuals rebuilding their homes. Included among the disaster victims was Duhamel’s sister.
“I have pride in where I’m from and just want to help the best way I could,” Duhamel told The Associated Press. “People [in Minot] are as strong as they come. I’m not really worried about the will or spirit of the people.”
A fundraising concert was held at the State Fairgrounds last Saturday featuring such bands as The Black Eyed Peas, whose lead singer Fergie is Duhamel’s wife. Proceeds are slated to go toward purchasing building materials for individuals rebuilding their homes. Included among the disaster victims was Duhamel’s sister.
Glenn Close Could Get Oscar Nomination
Iconic actress Glenn Close, 64, has won notice at the Telluride Film Festival this past week, as her pet project “Albert Nobbs” enjoyed its world premiere. Close, who served as co-writer, co-producer, and star for the film, is relishing in its launch while buzz is swirling that an Oscar nomination is highly expected for her performance, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Based on a 19th century short story, “Albert Nobbs” tells the story of a woman who dresses like and takes on the persona of a man since the age of 14, in order to gain and keep employment in the male-dominated 19th century Ireland. The film is scheduled for a December 2011 release in theaters.
Compiled by Michele Goncalves, Epoch Times Staff
Based on a 19th century short story, “Albert Nobbs” tells the story of a woman who dresses like and takes on the persona of a man since the age of 14, in order to gain and keep employment in the male-dominated 19th century Ireland. The film is scheduled for a December 2011 release in theaters.
Compiled by Michele Goncalves, Epoch Times Staff
