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'Avengers,' Alison Brie and Dave Franco Rule April
When April began, I knew that there was no chance it could top March's "The Hunger Games" rush. It's usually a quiet month anyway, and the biggest event here in New York that would be worth making a big fuss over was the Tribeca Film Festival.
But, with "The Avengers" closing the festival, I was thrilled. Perhaps my prediction would be off.
Alas, my search for superheroes wasn't as fruitful as I'd like. Try as I might, Thor, Captain America, The Hulk, Loki and more just weren't sharing their super-stardom with me.
Thankfully, the beginning of the month was a bit more productive when I met "21 Jump Street" star Dave Franco and "The Five-Year Engagement" actress Alison Brie at a concert. I even got the chance to talk to Alison about how great "Five-Year" was only to find out she hadn't even seen it yet! Get More »
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Meeting 'The Hunger Games' Stars Made My Month
Lauren Cox
March was all about one thing and one thing only for me: "The Hunger Games." Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth headed to New York for some promotional appearances and I had never been more ready. They were all over New York City, from morning shows to late night talk shows, with a premiere and a book signing in between.
And it didn't work out too badly for me. I spent 20 straight hours chasing them around and managed to snap photos with Liam Hemsworth, Isabelle Fuhrman and Stanley Tucci. Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson were the most in-demand – and therefore the most difficult to meet – but I've got my eye on them for next time.
Aside from the cast itself, I managed to meet a few other celebs at "The Hunger Games" premiere, and was lucky enough to spend St. Patrick's Day with Kellan Lutz. Not too shabby, right? Get More »
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My Luck Changes When Taylor Kitsch Is Around
Lauren Cox
I've gotta be honest: I know "John Carter" is a sci-fi flick, but I don't know much else about it. However, I know who Tim Riggins is, and therefore I know who Taylor Kitsch is, and that's how this story begins.
"John Carter" hits theaters March 9 and, thanks to the Disney machine, Kitsch is knee-deep into a heavy duty press tour that included all of my favorite stops in New York yesterday. His morning started at "Good Morning America," continued at "Live! With Kelly" and ended at an early taping of "Late Show with David Letterman."
I opted to try to meet him at "Letterman." The only problem? Rain. Lots of it. Get More »
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My Awkward Meeting With Paul Rudd
Lauren Cox
If I could sum up my meeting with Paul Rudd yesterday into one word, it would be awkward.
In my experience, the funnier the celebrity, the more socially off they are. Don't get me wrong: the "Wanderlust" star is a super nice guy. When he arrived at the "Late Show with David Letterman" studio yesterday, he came right across the street and started signing – even personalizing! – autographs for fans.
Once he signed for the group of girls next to me, I promptly asked him for a picture. He ignored me.
Awkward! Get More »
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Is Fashion Week the New Oscars of Celeb Sightings?
Lauren Cox
Fashion Weekwent full speed ahead this week and now that it's over, I'm finally catching my breath.
As always, there was no shortage of celebrity guests at the shows, parties, or other events but this season still seemed a little dry compared to past seasons. Perhaps it was the Grammys in Los Angeles that interfered, or the Berlin Film Festival happening in Germany now. Still, I had plenty of awesome encounters.
I knew up and coming menswear designer Simon Spurr would be a good place for hot, young male stars, so on Sunday night, I braved the harsh weather outside Milk Studios. Musicians Joe Jonas and Gabe Saporta were among some of the guests, as well as my buddy Kellan Lutz. My favorite of the night was "The Walking Dead" star Norman Reedus (looking clean and completely devoid of a certain ear necklace, I might add). He took a moment to pose for a picture in the snow, even though he wasn't wearing a coat. Get More »
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Q.T. With Kellan Lutz Makes for a Nice Start to Fashion Week
Lauren Cox
Fashion Week is upon us here in New York.
Last night, the amFAR Gala at Cipriani Wall Street served as a Fashion Week kick-off as well as a fundraiser. And, as you might have guessed, there was no shortage of VIP guests in attendance.
Arrivals were a little chaotic once tourists and Wall Street suits just out of work realized what was going on, but observing was still a treat. Among the guests I witnessed arrive were host Sarah Jessica Parker, Stanley Tucci, Alan Cumming, Elizabeth Hurley, Cheyenne Jackson, Jennifer Hudson and the legendary Woody Allen. Get More »
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Meeting Channing Tatum Is Worth Fighting For
Lauren Cox
Seriously, who doesn't love Channing Tatum? Apparently, no one.
I've been a big fan since I saw him twice in 2006 — in the indie drama "A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints" and the teen comedy "She's the Man." Needless to say, I was impressed by his acting chops, but even more impressed (and thankful for) the amount of time he spends on-screen without his shirt.
When Channing filmed "The Son of No One" in New York in March 2010, I made sure to stop by the set a couple times in order to meet him. The difference between meeting him then and now was drastic! Then, I was the only fan around. This week, when I stood outside "Live With Kelly" to catch him as he promoted "The Vow," I was crammed into a corral with more than 50 other young girls ready to drool and swoon in his face! Get More »
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Tilda Swinton Shares on Oscar, Not So Much on the Super Bowl
Lauren Cox
It was a pretty slow week here in fan girl world, and after a Drew Barrymore snub at "Good Morning America," I was sure there would be any new encounters this week.
Then I heard that Tilda Swinton would be on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" and decided to try my luck there, all the while getting a chance to show my support for "We Need to Talk About Kevin," which gets a wide release starting today. "The Daily Show" is usually a sure thing but the seemingly never ending rain had me a bit nervous nonetheless.
Upon her arrival, Swinton ran in, admitting she was late and promising to stop for everyone on her way out. Sure enough, the actress is a woman of her word. Get More »
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Effie Trinket Totally Knows Who I Am!
Lauren Cox
Like most of the gang at NextMovie, I'm psyched for the March release of "The Hunger Games."
The franchise has been referred to as the next 'Twilight' and I actually agree, if only based on the hype surrounding it. As you may have guessed, I've spent the past three years trying to meet the entire cast of "Twilight" and even though I'm nearly there, it's taken all that time and I may never finish.
I refuse to let this happen with "The Hunger Games." Refuse!
When I heard Elizabeth Banks – Effie Trinket herself – would be in town promoting her latest flick, "Man on a Ledge," I knew that it was now or never. Elizabeth was doing the usual appearances: "The Late Show with David Letterman" and "Live! With Kelly," as well as an unusual stop on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." Get More »
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Third Time's the Charm With Mark Wahlberg
Lauren Cox
Mark Wahlberg doesn't just play a tough guy in movies — he's also tough to take a photo with.
I knew he would be spending the week making rounds on the talk show circuit to promote "Contraband," so I set out bright and early to start my day at the "Today" show plaza. I thought it would be an easy morning and I would have to spend maybe about an hour outside in the cold before getting a quick pic and then heading home for the day. I was wrong. I was so very, very wrong. Get More »
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