How are the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame selected? Most are nominated, with the entries reviewed by the Walk of Fame Committee.

The committee meets once a year, ploughing through over hundreds of applications. Only a fraction are approved, though those who don’t meet the cut are automatically rolled over for a second review the next year. (That’s the last chance, though – if they still don’t make it, they must be re-nominated to be considered.)

Nominees must show that they have made significant contributions to the industry, in the areas of television, motion pictures, radio, recording and live performance. These must be “proven” by the application documents: a biography (maximum of 2 pages), a list of accomplishments, a photograph and samples of work. Fans can nominate, but the celebrity/manager must give a letter of agreement. There is a sponsorship fee of $25,000.

The committee passes its short list to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s
Board of Directors, and the Los Angeles City Board of Public Works. The Los Angeles City Council has the final approbation.

Send submissions to:
Hollywood Walk of Fame
7018 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, CA 90028

A star studded and absolutely glamorous affair, the 64th annual Golden Globe Awards had everyone who is anyone in Hollywood seated at the tables. It was the first major award show to be held for the year and honored some fine shows indeed.

The guests arrived wearing mainly black and white, plus a few metallic ones. Some of the best dressed celebrities for the night include Jennifer Love Hewitt, Penelope Cruz, Renee Zellweger, Eva Langoria and Reese Witherspoon. Hilary Swank had a really eye catching jeweled flower hair accessory that did wonders to make up for her simple black dress.

Hugh Laurie’s wish for a Dolce & Gabana acceptance speech brought some laughs as did Clint Eastwood’s repeating part of Jennifer Hudson’s acceptance speech. As expected Jennifer Hudson took home the best supporting actress award for her part in Dreamgirls. Best Supporting Actor went to Eddie Murphy, also for Dreamgirls. This was a first for both of them. Meryl Streep took home the Best Actress award for her role as the boss from hell in The Devil Wears Prada. Best Motion Picture went to Babel.

Looks like Hollywood is indeed off to a good start in 2007.

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The price to pay may be too much for people who have found themselves peaking too early in the world of showbiz. With the aid of affordable search engine optimization based on creative information as composed by their writers can only offer a detailed overview how some once upon a time stars are falling one by one.

The list seems to spearhead a lot of the teens who have found themselves in the Hall of Shame. Check this out:

1. Lindsay Lohan
2. Paris Hilton
3. Britney Spears

These gals have at one time looked like angels. As to what happened to them is anyone’s guess. Many attribute it to lack of guidance or simply wanting to rave for attention. But while they are busy looking for identity, it seems that they have dug themselves an even deeper hole rather than upping their popularity ratings. Such a shame but that is perhaps the price of fame.

It has been customary for most celebrities to come from a certain point of origin. This point of origin where they originally came from would usually be the immediate foundation of their illustrious career. For Beyonce Knowles, she will always be best known for being a part of the famous singing group Destiny�s Child.

Outside the obvious talent in singing, her beauty and looks are other assets that make Beyonce a diva in her own right. In 2001, the group decided to try out solo careers and this surely became the opportunity for Beyonce Giselle Knowles to shine. Her natural talent in music since age seven sprung to new heights and this can be seen with her various accomplishments when she ventured out into stardom on her own.

Among her accomplishments included that of her first hit single �Work It Out�. She also gained prominence when she became the first African-American female artist and second woman ever to win the annual ASCAP Pop Songwriter of the Year Award. She has also appeared in the big screen in movies such as Austin Powers: Goldmember in 2002 and The Pink Panther in 2006.

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In just a few short hours, it is time for Hollywood’s most awaited event, the Oscars. It is the most coveted trophy by film makers, actors and actresses and Oscar fever has been in the air for the last couple of weeks.

The red carpet of the Oscars is one of the most awaited fashion moments. Dress designers have offered up their unique creations hoping that their outfit will be the one chosen by the men and women who will walk down this very special runway. Among those likely to dress the stars are Georgio Armani, Chanel, Christian LaCroix, just to name a few.

This year’s host is Ellen Degeneres. Looks like they are hoping for a lighter show this time around than that delivered by Chris Rock or Jon Stewart. Let’s hope she brings more fun to this night than the previous years.

Who will win the major awards is still anybody’s guess. No single winner has yet been confirmed so the actors and actresses are still very much on tenterhooks.

Who are performing tonight? It’s a star studded line-up which includes Celine Dion, Randy Newman, James Taylor and the Dreamgirls – Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson and Anika Noni Rose. It may be a night for the actors but music will definitely be in the Kodak Theater, as music is always a necessary part of any film.

Talk about irony, last year’s Grammy Awards show suffered in the ratings because their network chose to pit the show in a head to head battle with American Idol. This year they opted to taje another time slot which was great and they had their own little Americon Idol like competition. They called it My Grammy Moment and the winner got to perform on stage with Justin Timberlake at this year’s Grammys. Here’s where the irony comes in: the winner of the My Grammy Winner is an American Idol reject.

As the winner, Robyn Troup did get her moment of fame with Sexy Back Star Timberlake on Sunday. On Tuesday the episode of American Idol which was taped before the Grammys aired showing that she was rejected by American Idol.

Take heart though Robyn. Being rejected by the judges of American Idol does not mean the end of your career. Look at Jennifer Hudson. She beat out her American Idol batchmate and winner Fantasia Barino for the part that gave her her Golden Globe and her Oscar.

Yo ho ho! The Pirates Of The Carribean are celebrating indeed. It is early in the year and already they have bagged some really cool awards. Specifically they’ve taken home the following awards from the People’s Choice Awards:

• Best Male Star: Johnny Depp
• Best Male Action Star: Johnny Depp
• Best On Screen Match Up: Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley
• Best Movie: Pirate’s of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest
• Best Movie Drama: Pirate’s of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest

Johnny Depp’s speech hit the note perfectly when he said:

“I know that I’ve said this before but the fact that this award comes from the people makes it all the more special. And thanks for keeping me employed, yeah? You’re the boss.”

The winners for the People’s Choice Awards are selected purely by viewers of the films and TV shows. Since the average citizen makes up 99% of the viewers, these awards are quite significant and the people definitely love Johnny Depp. Having Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley on board as well just adds to the draw.

There’ll be a lot of people looking forward to the third film of the Pirates. The film goers definitely can’t get enough of the swashbuckling Captain Jack Sparrow and his crew of miscreants. This time they’re out to rescue the Captain from the Kraken. This should be an interesting adventure indeed.

[tags] awards, People’s Choice,Jhnny Depp, Pirates of the Caribbean,Keira Knightley [/tags]

Warren Beatty has been chosen to receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award for Lifetime Achievement. It will be given to him on January 15, 2007 during the 64th annual Golden Globe Awards. The DeMille awardee is chosen by the Board of Directors of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
The 69 year old actor has already received five Golden Globes including:

Best actor in a comedy – Heaven Can Wait
Best producer of a comedy or musical (twice) – Heaven Can Wait and Bugsy
Best Director – Reds
Most Promising Newcomer for 1962

Previous recipients of this award include Michael Douglas in 2004, Harrison Ford in 2002, Gene Hackman in 2003, Anthony Hopkins in 2006, Barbra Streisand in 2000 and Robin Williams in 2005.

The nominees for the 64th Golden Globe Awards won’t be announced until Thursday, Dec 14, 2006. NBC will be broadcasting the Award ceremony from the Beverly Hilton’s ballroom in January.

Though no nominees have been confirmed yet, a lot of people feel that a possible recipient of a Golden Globe is Annette Bening, Warren Beatty’s wife. Her performance as the lead in Running With Scissors has generated quite a buzz. It will be nice if both husband and wife bring home awards.

Warren Beatty and Annette Bening met in 1991, on the set of Bugsy. They married the year later. Now they have 4 kids. Their eldest, Kathlyn is 14. Their son Benjamin is 12. The younger girls are Isabel who is 9 and Ella who is 6.

[tags] Hollywood, Golden Globe, Awards, Waren Beatty, Annette Bening [/tags]

Michael Jackson is scheduled to make a rare appearance in the United Kingdom in a few weeks. He’s been laying low for over year, spending time in Bahrain, Italy and France. He’s been keeping out of the public eye since he was acquitted of the child molestation charges.
He’s the recipient of the World Music Award’s Diamond Award. This is a very special award because there are no judges and no voting involved. The only way to win this award is for an artist’s album to sell more than 100 million copies based on record sales world wide. Other artists who have received this award are Bon Jovi, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, and Rod Stewart.

Many are actually surprised that it has taken this long for Michael Jackson to get this award. Though many of the youth today do not know him, his music, artistry and style inspired many of their favorite singers to greatness. It is unbelievable for many that his Albums have only now hit the 100 million mark. As they say though, sometimes it doesn’t matter how long the journey, as long as you get to where you want to go.

This is also the first time that the World Music Awards will be held in the United Kingdom. It was held in Monaco for 15 years before moving to the US in the year 2004 and 2005. This time around it will be in London at Earls Court on November 15.
Lindsay Lohan is scheduled to host the event this year. There will also be performances by Mary J. Blige, Beyonce and Andrea Bocelli just to name a few.

[tags] Michael Jackson, World Music Awards, Bon Jovi, Mariah Carey, Rod Stewart, Celine Dion, Lindsay Lohan, Mary J. Blige, Beyonce, Andrea Bocelli [/tags]

Considered the Granddaddy of all Hollywood gigs, hosting the Oscars is by far the most coveted in the industry.

And next to host Hollywood’s biggest night of the year is Ellen DeGeneres, who accepted the offer in LA at the end of the week.

DeGeneres said: “When Laura Ziskin called, I was thrilled. There’s two things I’ve always wanted to do in my life: One is to host the Oscars. The second is to get a call from Laura Ziskin. You can imagine that day’s diary entry.”

Ellen, who proved her worth to the jaded Hollywood community while hosting the Emmys by receiving a standing ovation, has been the strongest contender alongside Steve Martin and Oscar veteran Billy Crystal (who ealier expressed disdain at hosting again).

The 48-year-old comedienne told Reuters:

“It’s the award show of awards shows – there’s a spontaneity to doing something live. It’s my version of jumping out of a plane. It’s dangerous and yet thrilling.”

After her acceptance (as the 2nd woman host since Whoopi Goldberg in 2002), on Thursday night, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences named DeGeneres the host for next February’s 79th annual Academy Awards.