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Louis Walsh is reportedly considering axing two of the boys from Stereo Kicks.
The 'X Factor' judge is said to be concerned about the band after they ended up in the bottom two on Sunday night's (19.10.14) show, narrowly avoiding being booted out of the competition after winning a sing-off with Chloe-Jasmine Whichello, and he thinks eight members is too many to be in the group.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Louis is looking at whether two should go. This is already being talked about with the group and the rest of the boys are open to it.
"It would be gutting for the two who go but they might have to sacrifice. Simon Cowell put the boys together but realises eight was wrong and has given his backing to a cull."
Insiders claim Reece Bibby, 16, and 14-year-old Charlie Jones are most likely to get the chop after Louis admitted on Sunday's 'Xtra Factor' that he never wanted the group to have eight members.
He explained: "Eight never worked in a boyband but Simon put them together. I wouldn't have eight. I never wanted eight. I'll talk to the boys."
However, an 'X Factor' spokesman has insisted the group will not lose two members and stated they are "working hard" on this weekend's show.
He said: "The band are working hard preparing for next Saturday's show."
Stereo Kicks were given another chance in the competition after Simon Cowell and Mel B saved them over Chloe-Jasmine on Sunday.
The group are one of just two Louis has remaining after he was dealt a crushing blow in the first week of live shows earlier this month when two of his bands, Overload Generation and Blonde Electra, were booted off the competition.
Louis Walsh to axe two from Stereo Kicks?
Louis Walsh is reportedly considering axing two of the boys from Stereo Kicks.
The 'X Factor' judge is said to be concerned about the band after they ended up in the bottom two on Sunday night's (19.10.14) show, narrowly avoiding being booted out of the competition after winning a sing-off with Chloe-Jasmine Whichello, and he thinks eight members is too many to be in the group.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Louis is looking at whether two should go. This is already being talked about with the group and the rest of the boys are open to it.
"It would be gutting for the two who go but they might have to sacrifice. Simon Cowell put the boys together but realises eight was wrong and has given his backing to a cull."
Insiders claim Reece Bibby, 16, and 14-year-old Charlie Jones are most likely to get the chop after Louis admitted on Sunday's 'Xtra Factor' that he never wanted the group to have eight members.
He explained: "Eight never worked in a boyband but Simon put them together. I wouldn't have eight. I never wanted eight. I'll talk to the boys."
However, an 'X Factor' spokesman has insisted the group will not lose two members and stated they are "working hard" on this weekend's show.
He said: "The band are working hard preparing for next Saturday's show."
Stereo Kicks were given another chance in the competition after Simon Cowell and Mel B saved them over Chloe-Jasmine on Sunday.
The group are one of just two Louis has remaining after he was dealt a crushing blow in the first week of live shows earlier this month when two of his bands, Overload Generation and Blonde Electra, were booted off the competition.
Showbiz
Zac Efron appeared "very much in love" with Sami Miró at the weekend.
The 'That Awkward Moment' star turned 27 on Friday (18.10.14) and to celebrate he and his rumoured new girlfriend took a trip to Amsterdam, where onlookers described them as hugging and laughing a lot together.
One source told E! News: "They were acting very much in love, she kept hugging him. Their love looked genuine."
And as well as spending time with Sami, Zac also hung out with friends Dillon Francis and Martin Garrix, enjoying a bike ride before attending the Amsterdam Dance Event Festival together.
Though Zac and Sami haven't confirmed their relationship, they were recently spotted shopping in Denmark and also tucked into a "sophisticated" meal.
The actor recently wrote on his WhoSay page: "Thx to @ReneRedzepiNoma and team @Nomacph. You've created a sophisticated, one of a kind culinary experience I'll never forget. You rock! (sic)"
And the couple were also seen dining at Los Angeles' FoodLab, where the 'High School Musical' actor was overheard introducing Sami as his "girlfriend".
They have also taken in a Los Angeles Dodgers baseball game together and recently went on a double date with Dylan Penn and her male companion.
Zac Efron ‘in love’ with new girlfriend
Zac Efron appeared "very much in love" with Sami Miró at the weekend.
The 'That Awkward Moment' star turned 27 on Friday (18.10.14) and to celebrate he and his rumoured new girlfriend took a trip to Amsterdam, where onlookers described them as hugging and laughing a lot together.
One source told E! News: "They were acting very much in love, she kept hugging him. Their love looked genuine."
And as well as spending time with Sami, Zac also hung out with friends Dillon Francis and Martin Garrix, enjoying a bike ride before attending the Amsterdam Dance Event Festival together.
Though Zac and Sami haven't confirmed their relationship, they were recently spotted shopping in Denmark and also tucked into a "sophisticated" meal.
The actor recently wrote on his WhoSay page: "Thx to @ReneRedzepiNoma and team @Nomacph. You've created a sophisticated, one of a kind culinary experience I'll never forget. You rock! (sic)"
And the couple were also seen dining at Los Angeles' FoodLab, where the 'High School Musical' actor was overheard introducing Sami as his "girlfriend".
They have also taken in a Los Angeles Dodgers baseball game together and recently went on a double date with Dylan Penn and her male companion.
Showbiz
Kerry Washington finds sex scenes "awkward".
The 'Scandal' actress admits she finds it "hard" to shoot intimate scenes between her screen alter ego Olivia Pope with her co-star Tony Goldwyn, who plays Fitzgerald Thomas Grant III, the married president of the Unites States, because she is being asked to do things she would normally only do with husband Nnamdi Asomugha.
She said: "They're hard to do. Sex scenes are always awkward. You're doing things that you're supposed to do with only certain people in your life. Because this is not your real partner in life, doing that is awkward. And then doing it in a room full of people is awkward."
And the 37-year-old actress - who has six-month-old daughter Isabelle with her spouse - worries about offending Tony's wife Jane Musky over their scenes and the surrounding interest.
She added in an interview with Allure magazine: "Particularly with a show like ours, where people are so invested in the chemistry, you just learn to be careful, because people's real relationships in life are important. I so respect and admire his wife and him and their family, and he feels the same way about mine. And so you learn to be careful about how you say things."
Meanwhile, Kerry confessed she regularly rehearses her scenes in her character's high-heeled shoes, even when she is dressed down for the day.
She said: "There's a reason why you say, 'Oh, they walk in this world in a certain way.' Shoes have a big impact.
"Even in rehearsals at 'Scandal', oftentimes I'll ask for my shoes. I'll be standing around in my sweatpants and tank top and hoodie sweatshirt with Christian Dior or Gucci shoes, because I want to be able to walk and stand like Olivia.... How a person walks says a lot about who they are."
Kerry Washington hates sex scenes
Kerry Washington finds sex scenes "awkward".
The 'Scandal' actress admits she finds it "hard" to shoot intimate scenes between her screen alter ego Olivia Pope with her co-star Tony Goldwyn, who plays Fitzgerald Thomas Grant III, the married president of the Unites States, because she is being asked to do things she would normally only do with husband Nnamdi Asomugha.
She said: "They're hard to do. Sex scenes are always awkward. You're doing things that you're supposed to do with only certain people in your life. Because this is not your real partner in life, doing that is awkward. And then doing it in a room full of people is awkward."
And the 37-year-old actress - who has six-month-old daughter Isabelle with her spouse - worries about offending Tony's wife Jane Musky over their scenes and the surrounding interest.
She added in an interview with Allure magazine: "Particularly with a show like ours, where people are so invested in the chemistry, you just learn to be careful, because people's real relationships in life are important. I so respect and admire his wife and him and their family, and he feels the same way about mine. And so you learn to be careful about how you say things."
Meanwhile, Kerry confessed she regularly rehearses her scenes in her character's high-heeled shoes, even when she is dressed down for the day.
She said: "There's a reason why you say, 'Oh, they walk in this world in a certain way.' Shoes have a big impact.
"Even in rehearsals at 'Scandal', oftentimes I'll ask for my shoes. I'll be standing around in my sweatpants and tank top and hoodie sweatshirt with Christian Dior or Gucci shoes, because I want to be able to walk and stand like Olivia.... How a person walks says a lot about who they are."
Showbiz
Ariana Grande has cancelled a trip to Spain over fears she could catch the Ebola virus.
The 'Problem' singer is said to have become concerned about travelling to the country for a promotional visit after a Spanish nurse, Teresa Romero, contracted the virus, and has now delayed the trip to protect her health.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Ariana's promo trip had to be cancelled - her team weren't prepared to take any chances during the incubation period.
"Of course, some people might think it's an over-reaction but everyone agreed it was the right decision.
"It's nothing against her Spanish plans and she was conscious to make sure the visit was put back in the diary in the future."
Although Teresa and three other patients suffering from Ebola in the country have now been given the all clear, it is thought the former Nickelodeon star won't be rescheduling the trip this month and may even wait until next year before returning.
The source added: "They ended up having to juggle all her plans at the last minute and reschedule the trip.
"Ariana headed to Paris instead and now won't get round to visiting Spain until November at the earliest, if at all this year."
The outbreak of the virus in West Africa has already claimed the lives of thousands of people but is yet to cause an epidemic in Europe.
Ariana Grande cancels Spain trip over Ebola fears
Ariana Grande has cancelled a trip to Spain over fears she could catch the Ebola virus.
The 'Problem' singer is said to have become concerned about travelling to the country for a promotional visit after a Spanish nurse, Teresa Romero, contracted the virus, and has now delayed the trip to protect her health.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Ariana's promo trip had to be cancelled - her team weren't prepared to take any chances during the incubation period.
"Of course, some people might think it's an over-reaction but everyone agreed it was the right decision.
"It's nothing against her Spanish plans and she was conscious to make sure the visit was put back in the diary in the future."
Although Teresa and three other patients suffering from Ebola in the country have now been given the all clear, it is thought the former Nickelodeon star won't be rescheduling the trip this month and may even wait until next year before returning.
The source added: "They ended up having to juggle all her plans at the last minute and reschedule the trip.
"Ariana headed to Paris instead and now won't get round to visiting Spain until November at the earliest, if at all this year."
The outbreak of the virus in West Africa has already claimed the lives of thousands of people but is yet to cause an epidemic in Europe.
Showbiz
Victoria Beckham is "incredibly honoured" to be working for the United Nations (UN).
The 40-year-old fashion designer recently spent three days visiting Soweto in South Africa in her new role as UNAids international goodwill ambassador and has vowed to do everything she can to help women affects by HIV and AIDS in disadvantaged areas.
She said: "I'm incredibly honoured that the UN have invited me to become a global goodwill ambassador for UNAids.
"I want to lend my voice to the women affected by gender-based violence, HIV and AIDS and raise awareness of the issues they face and, where possible, help the communities and organisations that work so tirelessly on the ground to support these women and children."
During her visit, Victoria - who has children Brooklyn, 15, Romeo, 12, Cruz, nine, and Harper, three, with husband David - visited a Mothers2 Mothers project at the Ramokgopa clinic, where mentor mothers support pregnant women with HIV and the former Spice Girls star was "moved" by the experiences of the women there.
She added to Britain's HELLO! magazine: "I was moved by the strength of the women I met. By supporting each other, they are growing stronger together, overcoming dreadful challenges to create happier and healthier futures for their children.
"As a mother, I want nothing but a happy and healthy future for my children and that's all any mother would wish for. We have to support the women in these countries and communities to offer the same for their children.
"With simple, affordable and available medication, mothers with HIV have the opportunity to give birth to HIV-free babies, creating an HIV-free generation."
Victoria Beckham’s UN honour
Victoria Beckham is "incredibly honoured" to be working for the United Nations (UN).
The 40-year-old fashion designer recently spent three days visiting Soweto in South Africa in her new role as UNAids international goodwill ambassador and has vowed to do everything she can to help women affects by HIV and AIDS in disadvantaged areas.
She said: "I'm incredibly honoured that the UN have invited me to become a global goodwill ambassador for UNAids.
"I want to lend my voice to the women affected by gender-based violence, HIV and AIDS and raise awareness of the issues they face and, where possible, help the communities and organisations that work so tirelessly on the ground to support these women and children."
During her visit, Victoria - who has children Brooklyn, 15, Romeo, 12, Cruz, nine, and Harper, three, with husband David - visited a Mothers2 Mothers project at the Ramokgopa clinic, where mentor mothers support pregnant women with HIV and the former Spice Girls star was "moved" by the experiences of the women there.
She added to Britain's HELLO! magazine: "I was moved by the strength of the women I met. By supporting each other, they are growing stronger together, overcoming dreadful challenges to create happier and healthier futures for their children.
"As a mother, I want nothing but a happy and healthy future for my children and that's all any mother would wish for. We have to support the women in these countries and communities to offer the same for their children.
"With simple, affordable and available medication, mothers with HIV have the opportunity to give birth to HIV-free babies, creating an HIV-free generation."
Movies
Sean Bean is set to star in 'The Martian'.
The 55-year-old actor will join forces with Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Jeff Daniels for director Ridley Scott's sci-fi movie in which he will portray a NASA flight director, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The motion picture, based on the novel by Andy Weir, will see Damon play Mark Watney, a US astronaut who becomes stranded on Mars and tries to survive long enough for NASA to rescue him.
Kate Mara, Michael Pena and Kristen Wiig have also joined the cast of the film, which Scott is set to produce alongside Simon Kinberg and Aditya Sood.
The movie, which has been described as "'Apollo 13' meets 'Cast Away'", is slated for a November 2015 release.
It could be busy year of film premieres for Bean in 2015 as he is also starring in eagerly-anticipated sci-fi flick 'Jupiter Ascending', which was recently pushed back to February next year.
The movie sees Mila Kunis play a house cleaner who discovers she is a princess and embarks on a whirlwind journey with an elf-eared alien warrior (Channing Tatum), who is tasked to protect her.
Other stars include Eddie Redmayne and Douglas Booth, while Bean will portray Han Solo-type character Stinger, who has been spliced with bee DNA meaning he has extremely good vision, super speed and a sense of loyalty as well as wings.
Sean Bean joins The Martian
Sean Bean is set to star in 'The Martian'.
The 55-year-old actor will join forces with Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain and Jeff Daniels for director Ridley Scott's sci-fi movie in which he will portray a NASA flight director, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The motion picture, based on the novel by Andy Weir, will see Damon play Mark Watney, a US astronaut who becomes stranded on Mars and tries to survive long enough for NASA to rescue him.
Kate Mara, Michael Pena and Kristen Wiig have also joined the cast of the film, which Scott is set to produce alongside Simon Kinberg and Aditya Sood.
The movie, which has been described as "'Apollo 13' meets 'Cast Away'", is slated for a November 2015 release.
It could be busy year of film premieres for Bean in 2015 as he is also starring in eagerly-anticipated sci-fi flick 'Jupiter Ascending', which was recently pushed back to February next year.
The movie sees Mila Kunis play a house cleaner who discovers she is a princess and embarks on a whirlwind journey with an elf-eared alien warrior (Channing Tatum), who is tasked to protect her.
Other stars include Eddie Redmayne and Douglas Booth, while Bean will portray Han Solo-type character Stinger, who has been spliced with bee DNA meaning he has extremely good vision, super speed and a sense of loyalty as well as wings.
TV
Aaron Chalmers thinks Charlotte Crosby and Gary 'Gaz' Beadle will get married.
The 'Geordie Shore' star has confessed he thinks his close pals and co-stars will tie the knot in the future, despite them having had a tumultuous relationship on the MTV reality series in the past.
Quizzed on whether the pair have been getting close again since Charlotte split from boyfriend Mitch [Jenkins], Aaron exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "The thing is with them two, no matter what ... They could fall out, argue, get with other people and then they'll always go back to each other.
"Probably, in ten years, they will get married ... I'd be best man, definitely."
However, the tattooed hunk - who fell out with Gaz in series eight over co-star and love interest Marnie Simpson - thinks his best mate still has some wild oats to sow before he'll seriously consider walking down the aisle.
He continued: "I think in his own head Gaz knows that he's going to be with Charlotte in the end but he needs to get all these other girls out of his system and then he'll settle down with Charlotte."
Meanwhile, Holly Hagan has revealed she thinks her former flame James Tindale will be the first member of the 'Geordie Shore' cast to get married.
She said: "Probably James because he's all loved up with Kate [Thorne] now isn't he? So yeah, probably James."
Geordie Shore series 9 hits screens on October 28 at 10pm, only on MTV.
Aaron Chalmers: Charlotte Crosby and Gary Beadle will get married
Aaron Chalmers thinks Charlotte Crosby and Gary 'Gaz' Beadle will get married.
The 'Geordie Shore' star has confessed he thinks his close pals and co-stars will tie the knot in the future, despite them having had a tumultuous relationship on the MTV reality series in the past.
Quizzed on whether the pair have been getting close again since Charlotte split from boyfriend Mitch [Jenkins], Aaron exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "The thing is with them two, no matter what ... They could fall out, argue, get with other people and then they'll always go back to each other.
"Probably, in ten years, they will get married ... I'd be best man, definitely."
However, the tattooed hunk - who fell out with Gaz in series eight over co-star and love interest Marnie Simpson - thinks his best mate still has some wild oats to sow before he'll seriously consider walking down the aisle.
He continued: "I think in his own head Gaz knows that he's going to be with Charlotte in the end but he needs to get all these other girls out of his system and then he'll settle down with Charlotte."
Meanwhile, Holly Hagan has revealed she thinks her former flame James Tindale will be the first member of the 'Geordie Shore' cast to get married.
She said: "Probably James because he's all loved up with Kate [Thorne] now isn't he? So yeah, probably James."
Geordie Shore series 9 hits screens on October 28 at 10pm, only on MTV.
TV
Lucy Mecklenburgh's dog has had to have five teeth removed.
The former 'The Only Way Is Essex' star's adorable pet pooch Lola, a white miniature Pomeranian, has been having some dentistry problems and has had to have the high number of teeth extracted by her vet and also has had some broken gnashers fixed.
Posting a photo of her furry friend lying in her lap on her Instagram account, she posted: "My poor baby has seen better days!! 3 fractures & 5 teeth removed! (sic)"
Following her post, Lucy's fans showed their support for the under-the-weather mutt by posting get well soon messages for Lola.
Instagram user Mrbarkerpetservices wrote: "Aww wishing a very speedy recovery. Sending lots of love (sic)"
jomc3572 posted: "Oh get well soon Lola! I bet your beautiful (inside and out) Mummy is looking after you beautifully! (sic)"
Lucy first introduced Lola to her fans in July 2012. The brunette beauty also has a Teacup Chihuahua called Bentley.
Lucy Mecklenburgh’s dog loses five teeth
Lucy Mecklenburgh's dog has had to have five teeth removed.
The former 'The Only Way Is Essex' star's adorable pet pooch Lola, a white miniature Pomeranian, has been having some dentistry problems and has had to have the high number of teeth extracted by her vet and also has had some broken gnashers fixed.
Posting a photo of her furry friend lying in her lap on her Instagram account, she posted: "My poor baby has seen better days!! 3 fractures & 5 teeth removed! (sic)"
Following her post, Lucy's fans showed their support for the under-the-weather mutt by posting get well soon messages for Lola.
Instagram user Mrbarkerpetservices wrote: "Aww wishing a very speedy recovery. Sending lots of love (sic)"
jomc3572 posted: "Oh get well soon Lola! I bet your beautiful (inside and out) Mummy is looking after you beautifully! (sic)"
Lucy first introduced Lola to her fans in July 2012. The brunette beauty also has a Teacup Chihuahua called Bentley.
Music News
Adele is yet to tell her songwriters whether their work has made it on her upcoming album.
The 26-year-old star's forthcoming third studio album is to be released next year after being pushed back, and US songwriter Diane Warren - who has worked with Beyonce Knowles, Sir Elton John and Whitney Houston - insists she doesn't know if the tracks she recorded with the singing sensation will make it.
She said: "I flew to London to work on new stuff with Adele last year.
"We did some great songs but I don't know if they've made the record. I don't think anybody does."
Diane - who has also won a Grammy Award for her work and been nominated for six Academy Awards - admitted she isn't expecting to find out whether her songs are on the 'Some Like You' hitmaker's album anytime soon because the star wants to take time to ensure the record is spot on.
She added to The Sun newspaper: "She has a mind of her own. Nobody rushes Adele or makes decisions for her, which is probably why she's a great artist. She wants to get it right.
"She was singing her ass off when I was in the studio. Her voice was spectacular."
While Adele - who won an Academy Award for her James Bond song 'Skyfall' last year - hasn't released a record since 2011 album '21', she was recently said to be earning £80,000 a day through two companies, according to accounts.
Adele keeps songwriters in the dark
Adele is yet to tell her songwriters whether their work has made it on her upcoming album.
The 26-year-old star's forthcoming third studio album is to be released next year after being pushed back, and US songwriter Diane Warren - who has worked with Beyonce Knowles, Sir Elton John and Whitney Houston - insists she doesn't know if the tracks she recorded with the singing sensation will make it.
She said: "I flew to London to work on new stuff with Adele last year.
"We did some great songs but I don't know if they've made the record. I don't think anybody does."
Diane - who has also won a Grammy Award for her work and been nominated for six Academy Awards - admitted she isn't expecting to find out whether her songs are on the 'Some Like You' hitmaker's album anytime soon because the star wants to take time to ensure the record is spot on.
She added to The Sun newspaper: "She has a mind of her own. Nobody rushes Adele or makes decisions for her, which is probably why she's a great artist. She wants to get it right.
"She was singing her ass off when I was in the studio. Her voice was spectacular."
While Adele - who won an Academy Award for her James Bond song 'Skyfall' last year - hasn't released a record since 2011 album '21', she was recently said to be earning £80,000 a day through two companies, according to accounts.
Showbiz
Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta has died aged 82.
The designer to the stars - who created Amal Clooney's wedding dress for her and George Clooney's nuptials on September 27 - passed away at his Connecticut home on Monday (20.10.14) and while the cause of death is yet to be released, he was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.
The designer rose to prominence in the 1960s when then-First Lady Jackie Kennedy wore his garments and he went on to launch his own fashion label.
Former First Lady Hilary Clinton also used to regularly wear his designs, as did Laura Bush and Nancy Reagan, and earlier this month Michelle Obama, US President Barack Obama's wife, wore one of his garments to an event.
The Dominican Republic-born designer dressed several stars throughout a highly successful career, including Cameron Diaz, Nicole Kidman, Penelope Cruz and Audrey Hepburn.
Just last month, one of his latest commissions was Amal's wedding dress and he appeared in the pages of Vogue magazine with her as she posed for pictures trying on the beautiful custom-made French lace gown.
Lawyer Amal later praised Oscar for creating the outfit for her big day.
She said: "George and I wanted a wedding that was romantic and elegant, and I can't imagine anyone more able than Oscar to capture this mood in a dress.
"Meeting him made the design process all the more magical, as he is so warm and such a gentleman."
Oscar also admitted he was fully aware of the importance of the garment and hoped he had created exactly what Amal wanted.
He said: "It's the most important dress in the life of a woman.
"Any girl from any walk of life dreams of that special dress, and I try to make that dream a reality for her.
"Amal and I looked at a lot of evening dresses and wedding dresses together, and we discussed what she liked. That gave me the idea of what she wanted."
Oscar is survived by his wife Annette and adopted son Moises.
Oscar de la Renta dies aged 82
Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta has died aged 82.
The designer to the stars - who created Amal Clooney's wedding dress for her and George Clooney's nuptials on September 27 - passed away at his Connecticut home on Monday (20.10.14) and while the cause of death is yet to be released, he was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.
The designer rose to prominence in the 1960s when then-First Lady Jackie Kennedy wore his garments and he went on to launch his own fashion label.
Former First Lady Hilary Clinton also used to regularly wear his designs, as did Laura Bush and Nancy Reagan, and earlier this month Michelle Obama, US President Barack Obama's wife, wore one of his garments to an event.
The Dominican Republic-born designer dressed several stars throughout a highly successful career, including Cameron Diaz, Nicole Kidman, Penelope Cruz and Audrey Hepburn.
Just last month, one of his latest commissions was Amal's wedding dress and he appeared in the pages of Vogue magazine with her as she posed for pictures trying on the beautiful custom-made French lace gown.
Lawyer Amal later praised Oscar for creating the outfit for her big day.
She said: "George and I wanted a wedding that was romantic and elegant, and I can't imagine anyone more able than Oscar to capture this mood in a dress.
"Meeting him made the design process all the more magical, as he is so warm and such a gentleman."
Oscar also admitted he was fully aware of the importance of the garment and hoped he had created exactly what Amal wanted.
He said: "It's the most important dress in the life of a woman.
"Any girl from any walk of life dreams of that special dress, and I try to make that dream a reality for her.
"Amal and I looked at a lot of evening dresses and wedding dresses together, and we discussed what she liked. That gave me the idea of what she wanted."
Oscar is survived by his wife Annette and adopted son Moises.
Showbiz
Taylor Swift has led tributes to Oscar de la Renta.
The 24-year-old singer took to Instagram to post a picture of herself wearing a gown the legendary fashion designer, who died yesterday (20.10.14) aged 82 at his Connecticut home, had created for the Costume Institute Gala in New York in May, and she added a heartfelt message praising him.
She wrote: "My all-time favorite designer has passed away. Oscar, it was an honor to wear your creations and to know you. In loving memory (sic)"
At the event in May, she said: "Oscar de la Renta is the designer I've idolised since I was a little girl.
"Having an opportunity to wear a one-of-kind gown designed by him is a daydream realised."
Taylor's good friend Karlie Kloss also paid tribute to the designer on her Instagram account, praising him for inspiring her in life and helping her to become who she is today.
In a message attached to a picture of the designer, she wrote: "The world lost one of the most extraordinary people that I have ever met. Thank you for helping me become the woman I am today and for always inspiring me to be better. There simply is no one else like you."
Several other stars have also paid tribute to Oscar, including supermodel Naomi Campbell, who described him as a "gentleman of fashion".
She wrote: "The Gentleman of Fashion you will always be !!! R I P@oscarprgirl @OscarPRGirl #Oscar de la Renta (sic)"
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis wrote: "I've worn Oscar de la Renta's signature fragrance my whole adult life. It is like his designs & life. Classic, soft, feminine & elegant. RIP (sic)"
Singer Gloria Estefan tweeted: "RIP iconic designer Oscar De La Renta,who was a big part of 3 of my life's biggest moments.Much love & peace2 his family& all who loved him! (sic)"
Oscar's cause of death is not yet known but he was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.
The legendary designer created garments for an array of First Ladies, including Jackie Kennedy, Hilary Clinton and Michelle Obama.
He also designed a number of gowns for big stars, including Amal Clooney's wedding dress for her and George Clooney's wedding on September 27.
Taylor Swift leads Oscar de la Renta tributes
Taylor Swift has led tributes to Oscar de la Renta.
The 24-year-old singer took to Instagram to post a picture of herself wearing a gown the legendary fashion designer, who died yesterday (20.10.14) aged 82 at his Connecticut home, had created for the Costume Institute Gala in New York in May, and she added a heartfelt message praising him.
She wrote: "My all-time favorite designer has passed away. Oscar, it was an honor to wear your creations and to know you. In loving memory (sic)"
At the event in May, she said: "Oscar de la Renta is the designer I've idolised since I was a little girl.
"Having an opportunity to wear a one-of-kind gown designed by him is a daydream realised."
Taylor's good friend Karlie Kloss also paid tribute to the designer on her Instagram account, praising him for inspiring her in life and helping her to become who she is today.
In a message attached to a picture of the designer, she wrote: "The world lost one of the most extraordinary people that I have ever met. Thank you for helping me become the woman I am today and for always inspiring me to be better. There simply is no one else like you."
Several other stars have also paid tribute to Oscar, including supermodel Naomi Campbell, who described him as a "gentleman of fashion".
She wrote: "The Gentleman of Fashion you will always be !!! R I P@oscarprgirl @OscarPRGirl #Oscar de la Renta (sic)"
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis wrote: "I've worn Oscar de la Renta's signature fragrance my whole adult life. It is like his designs & life. Classic, soft, feminine & elegant. RIP (sic)"
Singer Gloria Estefan tweeted: "RIP iconic designer Oscar De La Renta,who was a big part of 3 of my life's biggest moments.Much love & peace2 his family& all who loved him! (sic)"
Oscar's cause of death is not yet known but he was diagnosed with cancer in 2006.
The legendary designer created garments for an array of First Ladies, including Jackie Kennedy, Hilary Clinton and Michelle Obama.
He also designed a number of gowns for big stars, including Amal Clooney's wedding dress for her and George Clooney's wedding on September 27.
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Charlize Theron has become more enticed by "darkness" since becoming a mother.
The 39-year-old actress - who adopted her two-year-old son Jackson as a baby - admits that while motherhood causes many women to adopt a more optimistic view of the world, she has become more "aware" than ever before.
The South African explained: "People assume that once you have a child you will naturally veer away from the darkness, [but] I have found the opposite.
"Being a mother is the only thing I have experienced where the reality has surpassed my expectations of how great it would be, but the last thing I want to do now is to close my eyes to everything.
"My quest has always been to understand humanity in all its glory - its beauty and darkness - and I've become more enticed by that side of things since becoming a mother: I am very aware."
The 'Monster' actress - who is in a relationship with Sean Penn - also admitted the intense nature of many of her movies means he will not be able to enjoy her work until later in life.
She joked to You magazine: "Other than my J'adore campaign, my son won't be able to see any of my work until he's about 53! I've made my peace with that."
Charlize Theron ‘enticed’ by darkness
Charlize Theron has become more enticed by "darkness" since becoming a mother.
The 39-year-old actress - who adopted her two-year-old son Jackson as a baby - admits that while motherhood causes many women to adopt a more optimistic view of the world, she has become more "aware" than ever before.
The South African explained: "People assume that once you have a child you will naturally veer away from the darkness, [but] I have found the opposite.
"Being a mother is the only thing I have experienced where the reality has surpassed my expectations of how great it would be, but the last thing I want to do now is to close my eyes to everything.
"My quest has always been to understand humanity in all its glory - its beauty and darkness - and I've become more enticed by that side of things since becoming a mother: I am very aware."
The 'Monster' actress - who is in a relationship with Sean Penn - also admitted the intense nature of many of her movies means he will not be able to enjoy her work until later in life.
She joked to You magazine: "Other than my J'adore campaign, my son won't be able to see any of my work until he's about 53! I've made my peace with that."