Posts Tagged ‘Serena Williams’

Nightly News: Abbie Cornish Gets No Rest; Serena Williams Gets Angry

September 16th, 2009 / Author: Jaime Rabb

Abbie Cornish

  • Abbie Cornish celebrates with cast of Bright Star in NY then jumps on a flight to Vancouver to train for her next film and does it with little-to-no sleep.  (Page Six)
  • Serena Williams needs some anger management classes after throwing a fit during her match at the U.S. Open. Check out the video. (TMZ)
  • Bar Refaeli looking gloomy while having lunch in NY.  (Celebuzz)
  • George Clooney and Elisabetta Canalis get cozy. (Just Jared)
  • Attention Harry Potter fanatics, the theme park is coming to Florida in Spring 2010. (Buzz Sugar)
  • Clive Owen shares details about why he is so “choosy” when it come to his roles. (PopEater)

PHOTOS: Celebs Get Excited for the ESPY’s

July 16th, 2009 / Author: OK! Staff

Michael Phelps and Demi Moore

Michael Phelps and Demi Moore make quite an odd couple as they pose backstage during the 2009 ESPY Awards on July 15 in L.A. Superstars of the sports world Kobe Bryant, Nastia Liukin, Shawn Johnson, Venus and Serena Williams were joined by celebrities including Rob Lowe, Samuel L. Jackson, Rashida Jones, Jamie Pressly, Zachary Quinto and Stevie Wonder at the ceremony.

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Josh Hartnett Comes Clean About Health, Dating

April 16th, 2009

Josh Hartnett puts the rumors to rest about his health scare during the New Yorkers For Children Fool’s Fete to benefit youth in foster care held Wednesday at NYC’s Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

On March 30, the actor was hospitalized for several days with a gastrointestinal problem.

“I’m in great shape,” Josh, 30, tells me. “They made a huge deal out of it because I left the Chateau Marmont. That’s where I always stay. I got sick. I went to the hospital. I’m fine. I just had a stomach virus. It was literally a 24-hour thing. I was so dehydrated that I needed to be on a couple IVs, but I’m good now.”

How did he get it?

“It’s been reoccurring because I spend a lot of time in Third World countries,” Josh says. “I drink the water occasionally when I shouldn’t in the shower, and it sometimes catches up with you.”

He continues, “I’m in perfect shape. I had a little stomach virus, and I went to the hospital, was on an IV, got out the next day. Everyone flipped out about it. Nothing to worry about. I’ll be around for a while.”

Although he won’t I.D. who he is dating when Kirsten Dunst is name-dropped, he reveals he’s looking for “honesty” when it comes to relationships, and eligible bachelorettes can win his heart by tuning into his favorite sitcom Eastbound and Down.

PITT PROPS
Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger couldn’t be friendlier or more in love. Diane costars with Brad Pitt in Inglorious Basterds, and says he and Angelina brought the kids to the set. “Does father-of-six Brad seem tired?” I ask. “No,” the National Treasure star, 32, tells me. “He seemed pretty fired up.” (How do they do it?!) Josh, 30, adds, “He’s a good man and treats his work professionally.”

WHO KNEW?!
Serena Williams, with shy-guy rapper Common, has a secret. “I’m obsessed with Robert Pattinson!” the tennis-playing twin, 27, says of the Twilight heartthrob. “Zac Efron’s a close second,” she laughs. What does she like most about Zac? “Probably his hair,” she tells me with a cackle.

DIET SECRETS OF A REALITY STAR
The City’s Olivia Palermo reveals her eating-and-exercise strategy on her way inside. “I just eat healthy,” the socialite, 23, says. “I eat a lot of fish. I eat vegetables and sushi. I don’t really diet. I just eat. I eat a lot, actually. I like to ski, so that’s how I stay in shape.”

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Serena Williams is a Closet Screenwriter

March 3rd, 2009

Serena Williams may be the number one tennis player in the world, coming off of last night’s win over her elder sister Venus, 28, in the single elimination Billie Jean King Cup at NYC’s Madison Square Garden, but she’s got other things on her mind besides her backswing.

"My dream of dreams is to write a screenplay," Serena, 27, told OK! at the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour U.S. kick-off luncheon March 3 in NYC. "I love writing. Venus bought me this book about writing screenplays so I look forward to doing that."

Serena, who dated X-Men director Brett Rattner from 2004-2005, won’t have any trouble getting connections in Hollywood–not that she needs the help. On Thursday, she’ll be a guest on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon in the historic first week of the show.

"I’m so excited. I love him!" the reigning U.S. and Australian Open champion says of Jimmy. "I’ve been a fan forever–I even saw the movie Taxi. He has a good personality. Comedians are always great hosts. It was really a no-brainer."

Also on the show alongside Serena will be Donald Trump and her pal Ludacris, who’s teaming up with Serena to launch a nationwide songwriting competition through the rapper’s WeMix.com site in search of an original song about Serena that will be used at tennis matches and other appearances.

Music’s become a hobby for Serena and her sister Venus Williams. "Venus is really into music and she’s really into writing," Serena says. "I play the guitar actually. Venus plays the guitar too, so we have a lot of fun with it."

The sisters might become the next Beyonce and Solange Knowles if they have anything to say about it. "I really love music production," Venus said during a Q&A at the Sony Ericsson luncheon. "I wish I would have gone to school for that. Everybody goes to school and afterwards they know what they really want to do."

If they do pursue music, it will be just another notch on their creative belts. The sister’s resume includes not only tennis, but fashion, acting, modeling and charity work.

"I see myself always being in the arts and being creative and definitely being involved in charity," said Venus when asked about her plans post-tennis. "And taking a long vacation once this is over. And staying off airplanes."

"We’re going to retire at the same time, right?" Venus asks her sister at the end of the luncheon. " "Yes," Serena replies happily.

By Laura Lane

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February 26th, 2009

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Serena’s Game, Set, Memoir

September 16th, 2008

Tennis phenom Serena Williams definitely has a story to tell.

 

She’s only 26 and already has nine Grand Slam tennis titles under her belt, as well as a gold medal in the women’s doubles at the Beijing Olympics, so it’s no wonder publishers have been fighting for the rights to release her memoir.

 

An editor for Grand Central Publishing announced today that in 2009 they will publish Serena’s story of her rise to tennis glory.

 

”Serena Williams is one of the world’s most remarkable athletes,” said editor Karen Kosztolnyik in a statement. ”We’ve watched her rise to No. 1 despite physical and emotional setbacks, and her hard work and determination have inspired legions of fans young and old. Serena will give her memoir a strong motivational slant.”

 

We can’t wait to see how Serena serves it up!

 

 

Spotted!

July 28th, 2008 / Author: OK! Staff

• Ashley Tisdale keeping it casual in her yellow 291 top while running errands in West Hollywood.

• Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt eating lunch at Cafe Vida in The Pacific Palisades. Heidi chowed down on a bowl of fruit while Spencer kept busy on the Blackberry, reading the latest gossip about he and his lady love.

• Jessica Alba stepping out in LA post pregnancy in her Prada Butterfly sunglasses with hubby Cash Warren.

• Justin Timberlake’s ESPYs after-party at the Vibiana Cathedral in Downtown L.A. brought together an interesting crowd including Nick Lachey and his lady Vanessa Manillo, Kevin Connelly, Samuel L. Jackson and Serena Williams, who sipped on signature Belvedere cocktails including the Bullvedere and the Belvedere Lemonjito.

• Katherine Heigl going for a jog in L.A. wearing Primps leopard printed tank in turquoise blue.

• Kanye West, Nas, Fabolous, Q-Tip, and LL Cool J checking out new musical talent at the Red Bull Space.

• Actress Taryn Manning and CSI star Eric Szmanda spotted dining at separate tables at Strip House in Las Vegas.

• May Anderson and Billy Zane stocked up on the hot Brazilian sandal brand Havaianas during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Miami.

Call Me, George!

July 14th, 2008

Want George Clooney’s digits?

Well you can do better and get his phone!

The actor has put his signature cell phone up for grabs at the Art for Life Auction, as part of the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.

A brand spankin’ new Motorola ROKR E8 was donated by George for the cause and was the phone he received at this year’s Academy Awards. Labeled "Best Actor - GEORGE CLOONEY" (he eventually lost to Daniel Day-Lewis), the mobile is packaged in a blue snakeskin box with a card stating that the phone "is being presented to the acting nominees & directing nominees only and is not available to anyone else at this time."

The eternal bachelor is one of the numerous celebrities participating in the auction, which is aimed at raising funds to expose inner city youth to the arts.

If you’re not interested in George’s phone, you can bid online at Charity Buzz for a signed copy of the Sex and the City book by Sarah Jessica Parker, tickets to The Ellen DeGeneres Show or private tennis lessons from Serena Williams.

The auction ends July 24.

Serena Williams: Common is a “Great Guy”

June 5th, 2008 / Author: OK! Staff

Is it a love match between Serena Williams and Common?

She won’t say!

Though the eight-time grand slam champion has been spotted out and about with the rapper since the fall, she won’t give inquiring minds the satisfaction of a confirmation of a romance.

"I think he’s a great guy," Serena tells EBONY in its July issue. "He’s obviously a great artist who is timeless and classic. You can’t beat that. But I have to focus on tennis because that’s my goal in life."

But the 26-year-old, who suffered a shock elimination in the third round of the French Open last week, will carve out time to check out the movies, first and foremost, Wanted. It’s not because she’s an Angelina Jolie fan, but because of someone else in that film. Who? No other than Common.

"I’m really looking forward to seeing that film," she says.

Serena and Common first turned heads in November when they were caught getting a little friendly at her sister Venus‘ EleVen clothing line launch party.

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Venus is not the only one with the fashion bug though — Serena has her own collection, Aneres (her name spelled backwards), and plans to also spend her off-court time this summer working on an accessory line, which will hit boutiques next winter.

"It’s fabulous jewelry that I’m really proud of," she says. "Really fun small pieces at good prices."

So really, who has time to date?

For the complete story, pick up the next issue of EBONY, on sale June 9.

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