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Christopher Nolan Not Referencing Heath Ledger's Joker's Fate In New Batman Film
Director Christopher Nolan decided against referencing Heath Ledger's The Joker character in the new Batman film, insisting acknowledging the "real-life tragedy" of the late star was "inappropriate".The actor died from an accidental drug overdose in...
By WENN on 29 May 2012
Josh Hutcherson Buys Heath Ledger's House
Josh Hutcherson has bought Heath Ledger's old house.The 'Hunger Games' star has splashed out on the two-bedroom, two-bathroom property - which was listed last September for $2.995 million - in the Hollywood Hills, though it...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 May 2012
Lily Cole: Playing An Old Lady 'Got A Bit Deep'
Lily Cole says playing an old lady in 'Snow White and the Huntsman' ''all got a bit deep''.The model-turned-actress - who stars alongside Charlize Theron and Kristen Stewart in the upcoming fairytale adaptation - revealed...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 May 2012
Josh Hutcherson Buys Heath Ledger's 'Tree House'
The Hunger Games star Josh Hutcherson has bought Heath Ledger's 'tree house' home.The two-bedroom house, which Ledger shared with his ex-partner Michelle Williams, was put on the market last year (11) for $3 million (£1.9...
By WENN on 23 May 2012
The Avengers: Which Movies Can Gross More In 2012?
As fans of Marvel's new superhero movie will know, 'The Avengers' has now taken over $1 billion at the worldwide box-office, putting it in similar company to the likes of 'Toy Story 3', the Harry...
By Lew Irwin on 15 May 2012
Will 'The Avengers' $200 Million Opening Be Beaten In July?
Joss Whedon's all-conquering superhero movie 'The Avengers' has broken the record for the biggest U.S. opening of all time, taking $200 million during its first weekend in theaters. In the end, the movie starring Robert...
By Lew Irwin on 08 May 2012
'The Avengers' Look To Outnumber The Dark Knight
'The Avengers' is expected to increase its worldwide box-office takings to $350-$400 million following its U.S. release this weekend. Marvel's superhero movie should obliterate the competition at the box-office and could take $160 million in...
By Lew Irwin on 02 May 2012
Elizabeth Olsen Emerges From Twins Shadow In 'Silent House'
Elizabeth Olsen is finally emerging from the shadow of her older twin sisters. Mary Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen became known across the world, for sharing the role of Michelle Tanner in the TV show...
By WENN on 05 March 2012
Michelle Williams On 'Crazy' Relationship With Heath Ledger
Michelle Williams is certainly capturing the headlines this week, firstly scooping a top acting gong at the Golden Globes on Sunday (15 January, 2012) and then appearing on the cover of GQ magazine with a...
By WENN on 18 January 2012
Heath Ledger Remembered By Michelle Williams: She Dreams Of Reunion
Heath Ledger 's former partner, Michelle Williams has spoken about the difficulties that she has faced since his death, in an interview with GQ Magazine. The Golden Globe winning actress was asked in the interview...
By WENN on 18 January 2012
The Dark Knight Rises Trailer: Stadium Scene Wows Fans
The new trailer for The Dark Knight Rises has left fans anticipating what could be the most chilling CHRISTOPHER NOLAN Batman movie yet. After a six-minute preview premiered on IMAX screens last week, fans were...
By Lew Irwin on 20 December 2011
Michelle Williams 'Horrified' At Heath Movie
Michelle Williams is horrified at plans for a movie based on the days leading up to Heath Ledger's death. The 'My Week With Marilyn's former boyfriend - the father of her six-year-old daughter Matilda -...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 December 2011
Johnny Depp's Island Tribute To Heath
Johnny Depp dedicated part of his private island to Heath Ledger.The 'Rum Diary' star and his long-term partner Vanessa Paradis occasionally let their pals use their island, which is in the Bahamas, including the relatives...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 November 2011
Michelle Williams Alarmed By Daughter's Pet Name Choices
Michelle Williams' daughter wanted to call their new dog a "stripper name".The actress and six-year-old Matilda - her child with the late Heath Ledger - recently got a new puppy and Michelle was a little...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 October 2011
Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Secrecy
Christopher Nolan won't give out scripts for the final 'Dark Knight Rises' scenes.The filmmaker is determined to keep the ending of his third Batman movie - which stars Christian Bale as the caped crusader -...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 September 2011
Gary Oldman Stunned By Heath Ledger's Death
Actor Gary Oldman was so stunned when he learned of Heath Ledger's death, he thought he'd been shot with a bow and arrow.Oldman worked with the tragic actor on the set of The Dark Knight,...
By WENN on 05 September 2011
Abbie Cornish Opts For Sex Scenes
Abbie Cornish prefers sex scenes to action scenes.The 29-year-old actress explained she would always rather appear in a bedroom situation than be shooting a gun in a film because she is "totally unselfconscious" about her...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 August 2011
Brian Wilson Biopic Being Release
Brian Wilson will be immortalised on screen with a new film about his life. The rights to the former Beach Boys singer's life story have been secured by producers Bill Pohlad and John Wells who...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 June 2011
Lily Cole Signs Up For Snow White
Lily Cole is set to join the cast of 'Snow White and the Huntsman'.The British model - who previously appeared in 'The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus' with Heath Ledger - is in negotiations to appear...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 June 2011
Gyllenhaal And Ledger Auditioned For Moulin Rouge!
Baz Luhrmann has opened up about his lengthy Moulin Rouge! casting search - the director auditioned Jake Gyllenhaal and late Australian actor Heath Ledger for the lead male role.The part of penniless poet Christian in...
By WENN on 03 May 2011
Michelle Williams To Get Back With Spike
Michelle Williams is set to rekindle her romance with Spike Jonze.The 'Meek's Cutoff' actress split from the film director 18 months ago, leaving her broken hearted, but he is now keen to give the relationship...
By Bang Showbiz on 10 April 2011
Sofia Vergara's Tattoo Inspired By Heath Ledger
Actress Sofia Vergara has credited her late pal Heath Ledger with inspiring her to get a tattoo in honour of her dead brother.The Modern Family star worked with the actor on 2005 movie Lords Of...
By WENN on 06 April 2011
Julia Stiles Celebrates 30th Birthday
Julia Stiles is celebrating her 30th birthday today (28th March 2011).Julia Stiles, the American actress and star of 'Mona Lisa Smile', turns 30-years-old today, reports the Los Angeles Times.The actress first rose to prominence after...
By WENN on 28 March 2011
Heath Ledger To Get His Own Exhibition
Heath Ledger is to be the focus of a new exhibition. Close family of the 'Brokeback Mountain' actor - who died in 2008 from an accidental overdose of prescription drugs in his New York apartment...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 January 2011
Kate Winslet Wants To Be Michelle Williams'friend
Kate Winslet fantasises about being friends with Michelle Williams. The Oscar-winning actress admires the 'Blue Valentine'star's acting abilities so much, she feels like she is already close to the 30-year-old blonde beauty. Kate, 35, said:...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 January 2011
Jake Gyllenhaal Comfortable With Nudity
Jake Gyllenhaal is an "old hand" at getting naked on-screen.The 'Love & Other Drugs' star - who strips off for his latest role alongside actress Anne Hathaway - explained while nudity can be "uncomfortable" at...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 December 2010
N'fa To Release Ledger Track
Rapper N'FA is preparing to officially release HEATH LEDGER's final work as a music video director - more than two years after the actor's death.The Brokeback Mountain star filmed the video for his rapper pal's...
By WENN on 10 July 2010
Ledger Scholarship Awarded To Up-and-comer Heathcote
A scholarship established in the name of late actor HEATH LEDGER has been awarded to up-and-coming actress BELLA HEATHCOTE.The $10,000 (£7,000) fund, set up by Ledger's ex-fiancee Michelle Williams and friends following his death in...
By WENN on 14 May 2010
Michael Lohan Wants Lindsay Ordered To Rehab
Lindsay Lohan's father has begged a judge to order her to rehab.Michael Lohan - who has repeatedly claimed the actress is addicted to prescription drugs - had his lawyer Lisa Bloom write a letter to...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 May 2010
Madonna's Winning Kiss
Madonna and Britney Spears' kiss at the MTV Video Music Awards has been voted Top Kiss in a new poll. The on stage smooch during a performance of Madonna's track 'Like A Virgin' in 2003...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 January 2010
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