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Emma Stone is hurt by 'skinny' jibes.
'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' actress has opened up about her slender frame and the constant media speculation about her body, revealing she finds it increasingly tough to keep weight on as she gets older.
She told the new issue of Seventeen magazine: "It can be really challenging in today's world for anyone - especially girls and women - to feel good about their bodies. No matter how things look from the outside, we can all be super critical of ourselves and of our image in the mirror.
"I've seen articles or comments that have addressed my weight, or 'caving to pressure to be thin'. Keeping weight on is a struggle for me - especially when I'm under stress, and especially as I've gotten older. That's the way my genes have decided to go, and things will change as time goes on, as does everything."
The 25-year-old actress insists she is happy and healthy and tries to focus on the truth rather than listening to cruel comments.
She explained: "When completely untrue statements are made about me or my health, of course a part of me wants to defend. Thing is, people have a right to imagine what they want to imagine.
"My job at those moments is to tell myself the truth. Am I taking care of myself in a healthy way? Am I respecting myself and being responsible? And over and over, I answer yes to that question."
Emma, who hit the red carpet at the Met Gala in New York City alongside her boyfriend and co-star Andrew Garfield last night (05.05.14), also shared her top tip for ignoring the naysayers.
She added: "I remind myself to be kind to myself, and as slightly ridiculous as it may sound, to treat myself in the same gentle way I'd want to treat a daughter of mine. It really helps."
Emma Stone slams weight loss rumours
Emma Stone is hurt by 'skinny' jibes.
'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' actress has opened up about her slender frame and the constant media speculation about her body, revealing she finds it increasingly tough to keep weight on as she gets older.
She told the new issue of Seventeen magazine: "It can be really challenging in today's world for anyone - especially girls and women - to feel good about their bodies. No matter how things look from the outside, we can all be super critical of ourselves and of our image in the mirror.
"I've seen articles or comments that have addressed my weight, or 'caving to pressure to be thin'. Keeping weight on is a struggle for me - especially when I'm under stress, and especially as I've gotten older. That's the way my genes have decided to go, and things will change as time goes on, as does everything."
The 25-year-old actress insists she is happy and healthy and tries to focus on the truth rather than listening to cruel comments.
She explained: "When completely untrue statements are made about me or my health, of course a part of me wants to defend. Thing is, people have a right to imagine what they want to imagine.
"My job at those moments is to tell myself the truth. Am I taking care of myself in a healthy way? Am I respecting myself and being responsible? And over and over, I answer yes to that question."
Emma, who hit the red carpet at the Met Gala in New York City alongside her boyfriend and co-star Andrew Garfield last night (05.05.14), also shared her top tip for ignoring the naysayers.
She added: "I remind myself to be kind to myself, and as slightly ridiculous as it may sound, to treat myself in the same gentle way I'd want to treat a daughter of mine. It really helps."
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Daniel Radcliffe admits he rarely speaks to Emma Watson.
The 'Harry Potter' star grew up with his co-star but they haven't spent much time together since completing the final movie.
He told US OK! magazine: "I haven't spoken to her in quite a while. I'm sure we'll see each other at some point. We were all together for 10 years, so we're excited to meet new people now."
Daniel doesn't miss playing the iconic young wizard.
He said: "I still sign 'Harry Potter' books, and I still meet people who are huge fans of the books and the films. I don't want that to drop off, really. But I think people are starting to see me as an actor who came out of that series rather than just Harry Potter."
The 24-year-old actor isn't suspicious when it comes to making new friends but would never date a fan.
He said: "That would be a horrible move. It would make me very strange."
But he added: "I've always had relationships. It's easy to tell if someone is genuine or not."
Daniel Radcliffe rarely speaks to Emma Watson
Daniel Radcliffe admits he rarely speaks to Emma Watson.
The 'Harry Potter' star grew up with his co-star but they haven't spent much time together since completing the final movie.
He told US OK! magazine: "I haven't spoken to her in quite a while. I'm sure we'll see each other at some point. We were all together for 10 years, so we're excited to meet new people now."
Daniel doesn't miss playing the iconic young wizard.
He said: "I still sign 'Harry Potter' books, and I still meet people who are huge fans of the books and the films. I don't want that to drop off, really. But I think people are starting to see me as an actor who came out of that series rather than just Harry Potter."
The 24-year-old actor isn't suspicious when it comes to making new friends but would never date a fan.
He said: "That would be a horrible move. It would make me very strange."
But he added: "I've always had relationships. It's easy to tell if someone is genuine or not."
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Matthew McConaughey helped Zac Efron find a work/life balance.
The hunky actor has credited his 'The Paperboy' co-star - who is a doting husband and father to three children - with sitting him down and helping him realise there's more to work than making back-to-back movies.
Zac told GLAMOUR magazine: "During filming, Matthew and I had a lot of time to talk. We talked about life. He got me thinking, because for the past few years, I've been so focused on movies and work. I guess I'm compulsive like that.
"Matthew was the first person to sit me down like a big brother and say, 'Are you happy? What do you want to do with your life, man?' He'd say, 'Let's go do something fun today.' All I'm thinking is, 'Let's go rehearse!' I realised that there was something else I wasn't tuned in to."
One thing that keeps Zac grounded is a good workout, and he often hits the gym to lift weights.
The 26-year-old star said: "That's my thing. It's part of my life. It's what I do and always have done."
Zac also enjoys taking trips to remote locations by himself.
He added: "I like to sneak off to really remote places in the world and just chill. I kind of feel that travelling is how I'm able to stay real and grounded."
Zac Efron: ‘Matthew McConaughey sat me down like a big brother’
Matthew McConaughey helped Zac Efron find a work/life balance.
The hunky actor has credited his 'The Paperboy' co-star - who is a doting husband and father to three children - with sitting him down and helping him realise there's more to work than making back-to-back movies.
Zac told GLAMOUR magazine: "During filming, Matthew and I had a lot of time to talk. We talked about life. He got me thinking, because for the past few years, I've been so focused on movies and work. I guess I'm compulsive like that.
"Matthew was the first person to sit me down like a big brother and say, 'Are you happy? What do you want to do with your life, man?' He'd say, 'Let's go do something fun today.' All I'm thinking is, 'Let's go rehearse!' I realised that there was something else I wasn't tuned in to."
One thing that keeps Zac grounded is a good workout, and he often hits the gym to lift weights.
The 26-year-old star said: "That's my thing. It's part of my life. It's what I do and always have done."
Zac also enjoys taking trips to remote locations by himself.
He added: "I like to sneak off to really remote places in the world and just chill. I kind of feel that travelling is how I'm able to stay real and grounded."
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Peaches Geldof was planning to open a vintage clothes shop with her husband Thomas Cohen before her death.
The couple, who married in 2012, were considering starting up a business in London after their financial income allegedly began to plummet following the break-up of Thomas' band S.C.U.M in January 2013.
A source told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Thomas was really determined because he knew financially things were a bit of a struggle at home and he wanted to show Peaches he could contribute to their family budget. Peaches really encouraged him and wanted to be part of the business."
However, Thomas, 23, is determined to continue building the business following the death of Peaches last month because he needs something to take his mind off his grief.
The source explained: "Now that she's [Peaches is] gone Thomas' family and friends have been encouraging him to keep the dream alive and continue going for it.
"Thomas' older sister Holly is involved with the plans and she and Thomas are looking at opening a shop in London. They still need to find the right location for it."
As well as juggling a potential new shop, Thomas has also become the sole carer of the couple's sons Astala, two and Phaedra, one, following their mother's passing.
The former musician was left heartbroken after he discovered his wife's lifeless body "slumped" across the bed at their home in Wrotham, Kent, on April 7.
An inquest heard last week that heroin was "likely" to have played a role in the blonde beauty's death.
However, police have since released a statement insisting Thomas is not under suspicion of involvement in her death.
Peaches Geldof was planning vintage shop before death
Peaches Geldof was planning to open a vintage clothes shop with her husband Thomas Cohen before her death.
The couple, who married in 2012, were considering starting up a business in London after their financial income allegedly began to plummet following the break-up of Thomas' band S.C.U.M in January 2013.
A source told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Thomas was really determined because he knew financially things were a bit of a struggle at home and he wanted to show Peaches he could contribute to their family budget. Peaches really encouraged him and wanted to be part of the business."
However, Thomas, 23, is determined to continue building the business following the death of Peaches last month because he needs something to take his mind off his grief.
The source explained: "Now that she's [Peaches is] gone Thomas' family and friends have been encouraging him to keep the dream alive and continue going for it.
"Thomas' older sister Holly is involved with the plans and she and Thomas are looking at opening a shop in London. They still need to find the right location for it."
As well as juggling a potential new shop, Thomas has also become the sole carer of the couple's sons Astala, two and Phaedra, one, following their mother's passing.
The former musician was left heartbroken after he discovered his wife's lifeless body "slumped" across the bed at their home in Wrotham, Kent, on April 7.
An inquest heard last week that heroin was "likely" to have played a role in the blonde beauty's death.
However, police have since released a statement insisting Thomas is not under suspicion of involvement in her death.
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Kate Hudson has reportedly "wrecked" her friendship with Jessica Alba.
The actresses, who developed a close bond after starring together in 'The Killer Inside Me' in 2010, have allegedly gone their separate ways since the blonde beauty began dating Muse frontman Matthew Bellamy four years ago.
A source told RadarOnline.com: "Kate has wrecked the friendship and Jessica pins the start of their troubles to the beginning of Kate's relationship with Matt a few years ago."
Kate, who shares two-year-old son Bingham with Matt, has reportedly adopted the mindset that she's "rock and roll royalty" since becoming engaged to the musician in 2011.
The source explained: "Unfortunately, Kate has become not a nice person since she's been with Matt.
"It's sad but Kate and Jessica's friendship is completely done. They used to be so close, too."
Rumours that Kate and Jessica's friendship had deteriorated began to swirl last month when the 'Something Borrowed' star celebrated her birthday.
Kate, 35, was joined by Demi Moore, Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Richie, at the No Name Bar in Hollywood, but Jessica, 33, was no where to be seen.
However, the brunette beauty - who has daughters Honor, five, and Haven, two, with her husband Cash Warren - has been busy with her business The Honest Company, which creates toxin-free household goods, nappies, and body care products.
Kate Hudson ‘wrecked’ friendship with Jessica Alba
Kate Hudson has reportedly "wrecked" her friendship with Jessica Alba.
The actresses, who developed a close bond after starring together in 'The Killer Inside Me' in 2010, have allegedly gone their separate ways since the blonde beauty began dating Muse frontman Matthew Bellamy four years ago.
A source told RadarOnline.com: "Kate has wrecked the friendship and Jessica pins the start of their troubles to the beginning of Kate's relationship with Matt a few years ago."
Kate, who shares two-year-old son Bingham with Matt, has reportedly adopted the mindset that she's "rock and roll royalty" since becoming engaged to the musician in 2011.
The source explained: "Unfortunately, Kate has become not a nice person since she's been with Matt.
"It's sad but Kate and Jessica's friendship is completely done. They used to be so close, too."
Rumours that Kate and Jessica's friendship had deteriorated began to swirl last month when the 'Something Borrowed' star celebrated her birthday.
Kate, 35, was joined by Demi Moore, Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Richie, at the No Name Bar in Hollywood, but Jessica, 33, was no where to be seen.
However, the brunette beauty - who has daughters Honor, five, and Haven, two, with her husband Cash Warren - has been busy with her business The Honest Company, which creates toxin-free household goods, nappies, and body care products.
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Elle Fanning dreams of being a professional ballet dancer.
The 16-year-old actress takes part in a dance class at least five times a week and she admits she would love to pursue it as a career but she doesn't think she's good enough.
Speaking to Scarlett Johansson in the May issue of Interview magazine, she said: "I go to ballet, like, five days a week and I love it so much, but that's the hardest thing I'll ever do in my life, no doubt. You're good or bad, and that's it. That would be hard to pursue as a career, but in my dream that would be the thing."
Meanwhile, Elle - whose sister is Dakota Fanning - surprised herself with her favourite class at school because she thought she'd be into something more performance-led, such as music or drama, rather than science.
She explained: "My favourite subject is science, which is so weird because I would think that my favourite subject would be, I don't know, something more artistic. I only have two more years left now because I'm a sophomore. But I'm also excited to get out of school."
However, despite her eagerness to finish up as a student, she insists she's learnt a lot about herself as a person since attending the school in fourth grade.
She said: "I was homeschooled up until third grade, and I liked it because my grandma taught me, and I loved being with my grandma. But then I didn't really have any friends, none my own age. So my mum put me in school in fourth grade. It's cool because I've realised things about myself that I wouldn't have if I weren't in school."
Elle Fanning wants to be ballet dancer
Elle Fanning dreams of being a professional ballet dancer.
The 16-year-old actress takes part in a dance class at least five times a week and she admits she would love to pursue it as a career but she doesn't think she's good enough.
Speaking to Scarlett Johansson in the May issue of Interview magazine, she said: "I go to ballet, like, five days a week and I love it so much, but that's the hardest thing I'll ever do in my life, no doubt. You're good or bad, and that's it. That would be hard to pursue as a career, but in my dream that would be the thing."
Meanwhile, Elle - whose sister is Dakota Fanning - surprised herself with her favourite class at school because she thought she'd be into something more performance-led, such as music or drama, rather than science.
She explained: "My favourite subject is science, which is so weird because I would think that my favourite subject would be, I don't know, something more artistic. I only have two more years left now because I'm a sophomore. But I'm also excited to get out of school."
However, despite her eagerness to finish up as a student, she insists she's learnt a lot about herself as a person since attending the school in fourth grade.
She said: "I was homeschooled up until third grade, and I liked it because my grandma taught me, and I loved being with my grandma. But then I didn't really have any friends, none my own age. So my mum put me in school in fourth grade. It's cool because I've realised things about myself that I wouldn't have if I weren't in school."
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Pete Wentz wants the sex of his unborn child to be a "surprise" until the birth.
The Fall Out Boy bass player and his girlfriend Meagan Camper are set to welcome their first child into the world later this year, but they've decided not to find out whether they're expecting a boy or girl until the tot arrives.
Speaking to E! News, he said: "I don't know yet [whether the baby is a boy or a girl], [but] I think we'll probably do a surprise on this one."
Pete - who already has five-year-old son Bronx Mowgli with his ex-wife Ashlee Simpson - is looking forward to meeting his new bundle of joy in coming months.
He explained: "What's more exciting than having the little pitter patter of having another little gremlin running around and now it will be two-on-two."
The 34-year-old star and his model beau announced their baby news in February by posting a picture on Instagram of them kissing and Pete touching Meagan's stomach.
He accompanied the snap with the caption: "We're super excited to announce we're expecting a baby!"
The couple, who began dating in September 2011, have been hoping to start a family for a while.
A source said previously: "They've been planning on this for a while. And they're really excited for Bronx to have a new little buddy.
"Meagan is a big sister and has a great relationship with Bronx. She's naturally maternal so this is perfect."
Pete Wentz to keep baby’s sex a ‘surprise’
Pete Wentz wants the sex of his unborn child to be a "surprise" until the birth.
The Fall Out Boy bass player and his girlfriend Meagan Camper are set to welcome their first child into the world later this year, but they've decided not to find out whether they're expecting a boy or girl until the tot arrives.
Speaking to E! News, he said: "I don't know yet [whether the baby is a boy or a girl], [but] I think we'll probably do a surprise on this one."
Pete - who already has five-year-old son Bronx Mowgli with his ex-wife Ashlee Simpson - is looking forward to meeting his new bundle of joy in coming months.
He explained: "What's more exciting than having the little pitter patter of having another little gremlin running around and now it will be two-on-two."
The 34-year-old star and his model beau announced their baby news in February by posting a picture on Instagram of them kissing and Pete touching Meagan's stomach.
He accompanied the snap with the caption: "We're super excited to announce we're expecting a baby!"
The couple, who began dating in September 2011, have been hoping to start a family for a while.
A source said previously: "They've been planning on this for a while. And they're really excited for Bronx to have a new little buddy.
"Meagan is a big sister and has a great relationship with Bronx. She's naturally maternal so this is perfect."
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Dame Helen Mirren is "mesmerised" by Twerking.
The 68-year-old actress admits she loves the butt-shaking dance move and she tends to get her inspiration from watching Beyoncé, 32, wiggle her hips on stage.
She told HELLO! magazine: "I'm a huge fan of Beyoncé and I do love to Twerk. I am mesmerised by it. It's unbelievable how they do it. I always like it when a new dance arrives on the scene."
The blonde beauty even had a go at shaking her derrière on stage at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, after accepting the Hasty Pudding Theatricals' Women of the Year award in January.
However, Dame Helen admits the energetic dance move didn't come easily to her and she may have had to practice a few times in front of a mirror beforehand.
When asked if she secretly practised in front of a mirror first, she replied with: "I actually might have done that".
The Woman of the Year honour is given to performers who have made lasting contributions to entertainment.
She said of her award at the time: "How very saucy of the Hasty Pudding organisation to offer me their award. As someone who adores Pudding in all its manifestations ... Suet, Christmas, Treacle, Bread and Butter, Yorkshire, Plum, Figgy, etc., etc., I am so looking forward to the famous Hasty Pudding."
Dame Helen Mirren ‘mesmerised’ by Twerking
Dame Helen Mirren is "mesmerised" by Twerking.
The 68-year-old actress admits she loves the butt-shaking dance move and she tends to get her inspiration from watching Beyoncé, 32, wiggle her hips on stage.
She told HELLO! magazine: "I'm a huge fan of Beyoncé and I do love to Twerk. I am mesmerised by it. It's unbelievable how they do it. I always like it when a new dance arrives on the scene."
The blonde beauty even had a go at shaking her derrière on stage at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, after accepting the Hasty Pudding Theatricals' Women of the Year award in January.
However, Dame Helen admits the energetic dance move didn't come easily to her and she may have had to practice a few times in front of a mirror beforehand.
When asked if she secretly practised in front of a mirror first, she replied with: "I actually might have done that".
The Woman of the Year honour is given to performers who have made lasting contributions to entertainment.
She said of her award at the time: "How very saucy of the Hasty Pudding organisation to offer me their award. As someone who adores Pudding in all its manifestations ... Suet, Christmas, Treacle, Bread and Butter, Yorkshire, Plum, Figgy, etc., etc., I am so looking forward to the famous Hasty Pudding."
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Zac Efron feels a "weight" has been lifted after he spoke out about his battle with drugs and alcohol last month.
The 26-year-old hunk, who sought treatment for addiction twice last year, is glad he opened up about his personal struggles because it was a relief to lift the lid on his secret.
Speaking on the 'Today' show this morning (05.05.14), he said: "It was a weight off my chest. It was great. It was a fantastic time. It was a rough year."
The actor is currently starring alongside Seth Rogen in the comedy 'Bad Neighbours' and he's happy he's finally getting his career back on track following a difficult year.
He explained: "It's kind of funny -- 'Bad Neighbours' is such a great icing on the cake for all of this.
"I was able to kind of channel all of that and put it back into this movie. I feel great. I feel really blessed to be here working with this group of guys. I couldn't be better right now. I'm really excited."
Meanwhile, Zac - who shot to fame after taking on the lead role in 'High School Musical' in 2006 - admitted last month he felt humiliated when his "mistakes" were made public.
He said at the time: "I was drinking a lot, way too much. It's never one specific thing. I mean, you're in your twenties, single, going through life in Hollywood, you know?
"Everything is thrown at you. I wouldn't take anything back; I needed to learn everything I did. But it was an interesting journey, to say the least."
Zac Efron: ‘Weight’ was lifted after addiction confession
Zac Efron feels a "weight" has been lifted after he spoke out about his battle with drugs and alcohol last month.
The 26-year-old hunk, who sought treatment for addiction twice last year, is glad he opened up about his personal struggles because it was a relief to lift the lid on his secret.
Speaking on the 'Today' show this morning (05.05.14), he said: "It was a weight off my chest. It was great. It was a fantastic time. It was a rough year."
The actor is currently starring alongside Seth Rogen in the comedy 'Bad Neighbours' and he's happy he's finally getting his career back on track following a difficult year.
He explained: "It's kind of funny -- 'Bad Neighbours' is such a great icing on the cake for all of this.
"I was able to kind of channel all of that and put it back into this movie. I feel great. I feel really blessed to be here working with this group of guys. I couldn't be better right now. I'm really excited."
Meanwhile, Zac - who shot to fame after taking on the lead role in 'High School Musical' in 2006 - admitted last month he felt humiliated when his "mistakes" were made public.
He said at the time: "I was drinking a lot, way too much. It's never one specific thing. I mean, you're in your twenties, single, going through life in Hollywood, you know?
"Everything is thrown at you. I wouldn't take anything back; I needed to learn everything I did. But it was an interesting journey, to say the least."