White House Correspondents Dinner photos
The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner was held May 1. The event was filled with journalists and politicians.
But there were some notable (non-politican) celebrities in the audience as well. They included Kim Kardashian, Jessica Simpson, Michelle Pheiffer, Chelsea Handler, Dennis Quaid, Justin Bieber, Jonas Brothers, Tracy Morgan and Jon Bon Jovi.
I’m still trying to figure out how Kim Kardashian made it on the guest list.
Idol Gives Back
The Idol Gives Back episode of “American Idol” aired Wednesday night on the Fox network (April 21).
During the show, several celebrities made appearances on “American Idol” to raise money for the humanitarian efforts around the world.
The celebrities included Carrie Underwood, Black Eyed Peas, Mary J. Blige, Alicia, Elton John, Jennifer Garner, Victoria Beckham, President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Russell Brand and Queen Latifah, among others.
A photo gallery from the show is posted below. Click the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) red carpet photos
The 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) were held in Las Vegas on Sunday at the MGM Grand Hotel. A photo gallery of celebrities on the red carpet is posted below. Click the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
Photos of Usher
An Usher photo gallery is posted below. Click the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
2010 Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards photos
Photos from the 2010 Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards. Click the Associated Press images to enlarge them. The award show was held March 27.
Janet Jackson attends “Why Did I Get Married Too” premiere with sister Rebbie Jackson
Janet Jackson this week attended the premiere of her film “Why Did I Get Married Too.” Her date was her eldest sister Rebbie Jackson.
This is remarkable because Rebbie never makes public appearances. She’s the one Jackson who avoids the cameras and the spotlight. Rebbie, 59, is the oldest of the Jackson family. She is 16 years older than Janet.
Meanwhile, “Why Did I Get Married Too” will be in theaters April 2. The movie also stars Tyler Perry, Jill Scott, Sharon Leal, Malik Yoba, Tasha Smith, Michael Jai White, Cicely Tyson and Louis Gossett Jr.
A photo gallery of Janet and Rebbie at the film’s premiere is posted below. Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
Michelle Obama donates inaugural gown to Smithsonian
The one-shouldered gown Michelle Obama wore to several inaugural balls after Barack Obama was inaugurated last year was donated to the Smithsonian today (March 9).
The first lady told the press “I’ll never forget the moment that I slipped on this beautiful gown. I remember how just luscious I felt as the President and I were announced onto the stage for the first of many dances. And I’ll cherish that moment for the rest of my life.”
A photo gallery of the first lady presented the dress to the Smithsonian is posted below along with photos from the actual inaugural ball.
Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
“Precious” actress Gabourey Sidibe to star in television show
“Precious” actress Gabourey Sidibe is already reaping the benefits from her Oscar nomination.
The actress is now set to star in the Showtime television show “The Big C.” According to Entertainment Tonight, Sidibe will play a student of actress Laura Linney’s character.
The show centers around Linney’s character, who was diagnosed with cancer, but she tries to find humor in the disease, according to Internet Movie Database.
The TV show will begin airing this summer. Along with Linney, Sidibe will star alongside Oliver Platt, John Benjamin Hickey, Simon Kassianides and William Duffy.
Sidibe was nominated for an Academy Award for best leading actress for her role in the film “Precious.”
Although she lost the Oscar to Sandra Bullock, Sidibe won outstanding reviews for the role–especially since it was her first acting job.
A photo gallery of Sidibe at the Academy Awards and Governors Ball is posted below. Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
Sandra Bullock wins Oscar for best actress in a leading role
Sandra Bullock won the coveted Oscar for best leading actress for her role in the film “The Blind Side.”
A photo gallery of Bullock at the Academy Awards is posted below. Click on the Associated Press photos to enlarge them.
The red carpet photos at the Academy Awards
A photo gallery from the red carpet at the Academy Awards. Click on the Associated Press photos below to enlarge them.
Precious is big winner at Independent Spirit Awards
The film “Precious” dominated the Independent Spirit Awards last night (March 5). The awards show honors independent movies.
“Precious” won five awards including best director for Lee Daniels, best leading actress for Gabourey Sidibe and best supporting actress for Mo’Nique.
The non “Precious” winners included Jeff Bridges, Lone Scherfig, Sacha Gervasi and Woody Harrelson.
Several celebrities attended the ceremony including Mariah Carey, Lenny Kravitz, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ben Stiller, Taraji P. Henson, Jodie Foster, Dave Grohl, Ethan Hawke, Matt Dillon and Laura Dern.
A photo gallery is posted below. Click on the Associated Press images to enlarge them.
2010 NAACP Image Awards photo gallery
The NAACP Image awards aired live on the Fox network Friday (Feb. 26). A photo gallery of the event is posted below.
Photos were taken by Matt Sayles and Chris Pizzello from the Associated Press. Click on the photos to enlarge them. For a complete list of winners, click here.
Photo gallery: Whitney Houston concert
Pop singer Whitney Houston is in the middle of her “Nothing But Love” tour in Europe and Asia. Her tour stops include cities overseas, but she currently has no plans to tour in the United States.
A photo gallery from her concert in Tokyo, Japan, is posted below. Click on the images to enlarge them.
Kim Yu-Na, Evan Lysacek win Olympic gold in figure skating
Kim Yu-Na from South Korea won the gold medal in women’s figure skating Thursday night (Feb. 25). Meanwhile, USA competitor Evan Lysacek won the gold medal in men’s figure skating earlier this week.
A photo gallery of the Yu-Na’s and Lysacek’s performances on the ice are posted below. Click on photos to enlarge them. All photos are from the Associated Press.
Alicia Keys, Beyonce film video in Brazil
R&B singers Alicia Keys and Beyonce are in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, shooting a music video for their duet titled “Put It In A Love Song.”
Photos from the video shoot are posted below. Click the images to enlarge them.
The video is shot in the same area where Michael Jackson filmed his video for “They Don’t Care About Us.”
Photo gallery of the People’s Choice Awards
A photo gallery from the People’s Choice Awards is posted below. Click on the images to enlarge them. All photos are from the Associated Press.
Photo gallery of the Latin Grammy’s
Floyd Money Mayweather defeats Juan Marquez
In a much-anticipated fight, Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr. defeated Juan Manuel Marquez, of Mexico, during a welterweight boxing match in Las Vegas, Nevada. Several celebrities attended the fight including Sean “P. Diddy” Combs and Magic Johnson.
A photo gallery of the fight is posted below.
Carrie Underwood inducted into Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame
Country superstar Carrie Underwood was inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame on Thursday during a ceremony in Muskogee.
Click here to read The Oklahoman’s George Lang’s story about the induction ceremony via NewsOK.com.
A photo gallery of the ceremony is posted below. The photos were taken by The Oklahoman’s Bryan Terry. Click the photos to enlarge them.
