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Nigella Lawson’s not interesting in partying


Nigella Lawson has never been interested in a party lifestyle.
The TV cook, who was forced to admit in court last December that she had taken cocaine and smoked cannabis in the past, made the most of her student days at Oxford University, but quickly grew tired of the "posh crowd" and their social life.
She said: "The thing is, I made friends widely. I did go out a lot, but more of the time I was in my room or the library, recharging and reading or just being exhausted - it was so intense there and I've always had a need to step back and dim the lights.
"I was a bit of an exotic outsider for the posh crowd, and I moved freely between what could be called 'sets', seeming to belong but slightly apart at the same time. It's always been people who interest me, not parties or social life."
The 54-year-old star - who has children Cosima and Bruno from her first marriage to late journalist John Diamond - prefers to socialise in her own home, surrounded by a close group of friends she feels comfortable enough to wear her pyjamas in front of.
Nigella - who divorced Charles Saatchi last July after 10 years of marriage - told Britain's Vogue magazine: "I've been able to take pleasure from things again. For example, I had an impromptu dinner party recently here the other night and suddenly, as I was cooking the stroganoff, I felt an incredible sense of comfort come over me because I realised there was nobody coming who I would be uncomfortable in front of just wearing socks and leggings, and no make-up.
"I think that's important, because as you get to a certain age in life, although it's lovely to meet new people, I feel if I am happy to see them in my PJs and dressing then they are the people I really need in my life."

Prince Edward surprised with birthday cake

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Paul McCartney working on movie soundtrack


Sir Paul McCartney is working on a soundtrack to an animated movie.
The Beatles legend is having a lot of fun with his new project, although he hasn't given away any details.
He said: "It's like being a kid getting to play with some of the most creative people in the world."
The 'Hey Jude' hitmaker also admitted he still loves hearing people say how much they love his work.
He said: "When people tell you that you wrote the 'soundtrack to their life,' that's pretty meaningful."
Paul was speaking after calling listener-supported public radio station KCSN to thank them for their support by playing tracks from his latest album 'New'.
Programme Director Sky Daniels, who spoke to him for over an hour, told Billboard: "Paul's call was so thoughtful, I found myself fighting back tears. He told us of how his friends all loved the station, and [that] they told him that KCSN was playing a number of songs from 'New' and he simply wanted to say thanks.
"When Paul McCartney's friends sing the praises of KCSN, and he feels compelled to listen and reach out to say thanks, it validates the support of our members and the hard work of our staff. It really is a statement that radio can still touch hearts and minds, even those of the greatest songwriter of our time."

Andre 3000 dedicated to Hendrix role


Andre 3000 played guitar for six hours a day to prepare for his role as Jimi Hendrix in a new biopic.
The Outkast singer, who takes on the lead role of the 'Purple Haze' musician in 'Jimi: All Is By My Side', directed by John Ridley, had to learn to play left-handed and was committed to making sure his performance was believable.
Producer Danny Bramson told Billboard: "The idea of anyone playing Hendrix, let alone a right-handed guitarist, was one of the greatest challenges of the project.
"I found a really patient teacher and put together a regime for Andre when he came out to Los Angeles."
Danny revealed Andre was dedicated to the role and sat in a small studio for six hours a day to learn how to play left-handed and make sure his guitarmanship carried the idea of "grace and fluidity".
He said: "John and I declared that we didn't want to have the camera cropped on his face and not the guitar. He kept working in a rehearsal room throughout the production."
The film will not feature any of the songs composed by the late Hendrix, who died aged 27 after collapsing at a party, as his estate refused, and instead, the biopic will see Andre play songs Hendrix covered in the 1960s, including hits by The Beatles and Muddy Waters.
'Jimi: All Is By My Side' tells the story of Hendrix's life from 1966 and 1967, during which time he formed The Experience, moved to London and played his famous set at California's Monterey Pop Festival.
The film will premiere in the US at South By South West on Wednesday (12.03.14).

Fargo TV series to air on Channel 4


Channel 4 will air a new TV adaptation of 'Fargo'.
The US TV drama is based on Joel and Ethan Coen's 1996 movie of the same name and is due to begin airing in the US on FX in April, with the UK broadcast to follow shortly after.
The series stars British actor Martin Freeman as small town insurance salesman Lester Nygaard, whose life changes when the manipulative Lorne Malvo, played by Billy Bob Thornton, arrives in town.
Other actors include Colin Hanks as police deputy Gus Grimly, 'Breaking Bad' star Bob Odenkirk, Oliver Platt, Kate Walsh and Molly Solverson.
Channel 4's chief creative officer Jay Hunt said: "'Fargo' is a perfect Channel 4 show - a dark comedy, beautifully directed with a stunning cast. We are excited to be bringing it to a British audience."
Chris Ottinger of production company MGM added: "We are so happy to have Channel 4 as our broadcast partner in the UK and are thrilled to have been part of the team that brought 'Fargo' to life. We look forward to introducing it to audiences worldwide."
The TV adaptation will exist in the same timeline as the 1996 original movie - which starred Frances McDormand and William H. Macy - and is expected to have the same sense of dark humour as the film.
'Fargo' was nominated for seven Academy Awards and earned Frances an Oscar for Best Actress.

Jessica Raine proud of Call the Midwife role


Jessica Raine says starring in 'Call the Midwife' has been a privilege.
The actress bowed out of the BBC One period drama at the end of series three, with her final scenes as midwife Jenny Lee airing last night (09.03.14) as her alter-ego took up a nursing post at a Marie Curie cancer hospital after growing dissatisfied with midwifery.
Jessica said in a statement: "It's been a real privilege to help bring Jenny Lee's story alive and amazingly satisfying to see how the public have embraced the series, but as is in keeping with Jenny's story, it's time for me to explore pastures new.
"So it is with a head full of wonderful memories that I leave my friends and a show that I know will continue to go from strength to strength."
The actress might have already landed a role in new Sky Atlantic drama 'Fortitude' opposite the likes of Sir Michael Gambon, but she insists she won't forget her former co-stars and will be tuning in to every episode of series four in 2015.
She added: "I, too, will be tuning into series four and blubbing with the nation."
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the show confirmed that Vanessa Redgrave, who voices a more mature Jenny, will continue on as narrator.
They said: "'Call the Midwife' will carry on with that fascinating and emotional story, celebrating the people of Poplar, and the much-loved residents of Nonnatus House.
"Vanessa Redgrave will continue as narrator, maintaining our link with the very special author of the books that inspired us.
"We wish Jessica all the love and luck in the world as she cycles off into her future."

Corrie’s Maria to discover Marcus and Todd affair


'Coronation Street's' Maria Connor will discover Marcus Dent's affair with Todd Grimshaw next week.
The hairdresser, played by Samia Ghadie, is left shocked when she walks in on her boyfriend (Charlie Condou) embracing Todd (Bruno Langley).
Maria has arranged a house viewing with Marcus, but Todd - who has been pursuing the midwife since his return to Weatherfield last year - decides to turn up to at the show home to steal a moment with Marcus instead. However, things take a dramatic turn when Maria and Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) also arrive at the house.
Samia told the official 'Coronation Street' website: "Todd decides that it's a brilliant idea for him to turn up at the viewing of the house instead of Maria and seduce him in the show home. So, as Todd and Marcus are getting it on in the house, Audrey and Maria are walking up the garden path.
"Be prepared for some huge drama when Maria finds out about Marcus and Todd."
Maria has no idea about Marcus' recent affair with Todd and is convinced he is committed to her, despite previously identifying himself as gay prior to their relationship.
Samia added: "Maria hasn't a clue of what happened between Marcus and Todd. There's been no alarm bells ringing in her head ... she just thinks Todd is a friend. Marcus has put all her fears to bed about him being gay and she completely trusts him.
"Todd's on a mission to prove to himself and Marcus that he is, in fact, gay and to break them up. He doesn't care one bit that Marcus says he's happy with Maria."

Patrick Wilson confirms ‘important’ Ant-Man role


Patrick Wilson has confirmed his 'Ant-Man' casting.
'The Conjuring' actor was careful not to reveal whether he will play the protagonist or antagonist saying, "I can't tell you", but admitted his role was "important" when he spoke at the South by Southwest festival (SXSW), in Austin, Texas.
Wilson was also quizzed on whether or not he tried on a costume for the forthcoming Marvel superhero movie - is set to begin filming in April - and he said, "No."
The 40-year-old actor will star alongside Paul Rudd who will play Scott Lang, the new incarnation of Ant-Man, and Michael Douglas who will star as Hank Pym, the original Ant-Man who discovered the scientific technology which affords the hero his powers.
The film is being directed by British filmmaker Edgar Wright, who also co-wrote the script with Joe Cornish, and follows the adventures of a superhero that can shrink himself down to insect size.
Kevin Feige is producing 'Ant-Man' which is expected for a July 2015 release.

Zac Efron ‘thinking about’ High School Musical reunion film


Zac Efron is "thinking about" a 'High School Musical' reunion movie.
The 26-year-old actor was catapulted to the spotlight in 2006's hit film where he played popular student and captain of the varsity basketball team, Troy Bolton, alongside Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale.
The hunk claims he still meets up with his former co-stars, who've never forgotten the experience they shared, and insists their reunions take them back to the days when they worked together.
He told E! News: "We're all thinking about it [reunion movie].
"I continue to see all the guys from 'High School'.
"Every time we do [meet up]... there's just this look between us. It's so cool because we never forget a single moment of that experience. It brings you right back to those days."
Efron will next hit the big screen in comedy 'Neighbors', where he plays the president of a fraternity, alongside Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne who have been cast as a married couple.
He added: "It was neat. For me it was essentially the same as filming a drama. They took it really seriously.
"For us, we really had a fraternity. We really made it into a fraternity. It was kind of method. It really was. It was just so much fun."

Dominic Cooper likes shooting sex scenes ‘butt naked’


Dominic Cooper prefers to film sex scenes "butt naked."
The 'Need For Speed' actor says a "sad nappy" is just one of the embarrassing undergarments he has been made to wear in a bid to protect his modesty while shooting love making scenes, but thinks it's far better to strip off completely.
Dominic exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "[What's embarrassing about sex scenes?] Well normally it's what they try and make you wear, which is anything from some sad nappy, to a towel with elastic bands round it in the shape of a penis - like that in any way is going to make you feel better. Actually, it's better to be butt naked and get on with it."
The 35-year-old actor engages in a series of sex scenes with co-star Lara Pulver in TV drama series 'Fleming: The Man Who Would Be Bond', but insists he has never been inappropriately aroused whilst filming due to the unromantic atmosphere on set.
Dominic explained: "I've been quite lucky enough to not have [been aroused]. I think probably when I first had to do it that was a real fear but you learn quite quickly that you are surrounded by hairy blokes with cameras in their hands and microphones, and it's the last place you would get aroused. Plus you're not doing it with someone who you should really get aroused with anyway."
'Fleming: The Man Who Would Be Bond' is released on DVD today (10.03.14).

Mark Wahlberg to receive MTV Generation Award


Mark Wahlberg will receive the Generation Award at the MTV Movie Awards.
The 'Transformers: Age of Extinction' actor will be presented with the prestigious honour at the MTV Movie Awards next month by the cast of 'Entourage', the show which he served on as executive producer.
Stephen Friedman, President of MTV, said: "Mark Wahlberg is the definition of a modern day Renaissance Man: from Dirk Diggler to 'The Departed,' 'The Basketball Diaries' to 'Ted,' 'Entourage' to 'The Fighter,' in front of the camera and behind - he's done it all and he's always memorable.
"Mark has captivated the MTV audience for over 20 years, and for this rare feat, we're proud to recognize him with this year's Generation Award."
The awards ceremony - which will be hosted by Conan O'Brien - will mark the first reunion of 'Entourage' stars Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Kevin Dillon and Jerry Ferrara before the spin-off movie, which is released next year.
The Generation Award is handed out to "an artist who has shown us a variety of impressive roles, a personal and professional flair and of course, an awesome level of talent" and previous recipients have included Johnny Depp, Jamie Foxx, Reese Witherspoon, Sandra Bullock, Tom Cruise and Mike Myers.
The 2014 MTV Movie Awards will take place on April 13 at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood.

Khloe Kardashian’s family staged intervention


Khloe Kardashian's friends and family staged a 'marital intervention' to persuade her to file for divorce from husband Lamar Odom.
The reality TV star, who ended her marriage to the former basketball star in December after he allegedly cheated on her and used drugs, found it difficult to make the decision alone and sisters Kim and Kourtney joined friend Malika Haqq to give her advice.
Khloe was seen on 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians' last night (09.03.14) speaking to Kim, who told her: "You will feel guilty for awhile, thinking, is there more I could have done?"
She added that she felt guilty for "a year" after separating from her second husband, Kris Humpries, after just 72 days of marriage, to which Khloe replied: "Oh, stop. This is torture. I can't!"
The episode saw Khloe, 29, and her family discussing her troubled marriage to Lamar, 34, who has only been heard during phone calls during the recent series.
Kim opened up to viewers and said: "As much as I love Lamar, it's just so hard to see your sister live in this relationship where you don't know when she's going to speak to him next."
She said Khloe had given up her life for the past couple of years to try and get her marriage back on track and claims watching the situation unfold was "heart-breaking."
Khloe admitted: "For me, it's hard to make a decision just alone" and Kim assured her they wanted to help, as she wiped away tears and said: "We know it's hard on you. You've told him, 'Come fix this marriage!' "
Later on, Kris Jenner told Khloe: "I heard you actually filed [for divorce] today", before telling the cameras, "It's so hard to watch my daughter go through this heartbreak."