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Angelina Jolie Alludes to Giving Birth in France

Henry Seltzer — Thu, 15 May 2008 12:19:44 -0400

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"We are certainly thinking of France," she says, adding that "there's more babies" to follow

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Angelina Jolie says she hasn't made up her mind where to give birth to her twins, due August 19.

"I actually haven't completely decided," she said at a press conference for Kung Fu Panda in Cannes Thursday. "We are certainly thinking of France."

"[French is] a second language in the house, although I'm still learning and am not going to attempt any of it here today," she added. "My children are starting to speak French, so being here is very good for them and their language."

Asked by a Swedish reporter if she'd consider giving birth in Sweden, Jolie responded, "Not at this time... But, you never know, there's more babies. Who knows?"

Watch Jolie and co-star Jack Black break news that she's expecting twins here.

Jolie attended the press conference in a flowy white dress and sipped water throughout.

"I'm feeling great, thank you very much," she told Usmagazine.com.

The pregnant actress opened up to Us about raising her kids with beau Brad Pitt: Maddox, 6, Pax, 4, Zahara, 3, and Shiloh, nearly 2.

"All my children are from all different parts of the world, and especially my boys," she told Us. "We do have a teacher who teaches them Cambodian and Vietnamese in our house, and they know their flags and they know their music and they know quite a lot about their culture and [Brad and I] bring in as much as we can and we'll continue to as they get older."

Jolie said Pitt would be joining her on the red carpet later during the Cannes Film Festival.

"He's with our kids right now, but he'll get his suit on at the last minute, I'm sure," she said. "He'll pull it together."

Check out other stars with twins here.

For more on Jolie's bizarre birth plan, check out the latest issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now.

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Angelina Jolie Having Twins, Due August 19

Lindsay Powers — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:05:21 -0400

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Angelina Jolie will soon be seeing double!

In an interview with Today's Natalie Morales (watch above), Jolie confirmed the news that has long been rumored: she and beau Brad Pitt are expecting twins.

Her Kung Fu Panda co-star Jack Black let the news slip during an interview about the movie that took place this afternoon at the Cannes Film Festival in France.

"You're gonna have as many as Brady Bunch when you have these," Black said.

"So is that confirmed? Is it two?" Morales asked.

Jolie confirmed and Black joked, "I'm glad I didn't blow it!"

"We're out [with the news]," Jolie said. "We're fine."

"I'm very happy," Jolie said. "Unlike most women, I love being pregnant... You just feel like everything about your body is there for your baby."

Jolie is due August 19, co-star Dustin Hoffman told Morales. The star said she would "possibly" give birth in France.

The twins will be the 5th and 6th kids in the Jolie-Pitt family. They also have Maddox, 6, Pax, 4, Zahara, 3, and Shiloh, nearly 2.

Jolie revealed that she and Pitt have raised their children to be proud of their native countries.

"Our daughter [Zahara]'s very proud that she's African," Jolie said. "And our boys [Pax and Maddox] are very proud that they're Asian – they know about their country… down to their food or their flags or their music."

Jolie said her children "ask great questions about life. They ask questions about war that are poignant and spot-on, because they're the questions we should all be asking ourselves."

"There are giant Jack Black fans in my family. He's the movie star in my house," she added.

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Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie Hit French Seaside With U2 Guitarist

Mandi Illuzzi — Mon, 05 May 2008 14:01:28 -0400

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They joined The Edge for a stroll along a beach with Pax and Zahara

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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie hit a beach in Nice, France with son Pax, daughter Zahara and U2 guitarist/keyboardist The Edge Sunday.

Pitt, 44, was seen playfully holding Pax, 4, in the air as Jolie, 32, held Zahara, 3, and The Edge (real name, David Howell Evans) walked along.

At one point, pregnant Jolie took a seat on the rocky seaside.

Jolie and Pitt – Us' Couple of the Year – have moved to France to prepare for the birth of their second biological child.

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Brangelina Beat Oprah on Time's 100 Most Influential List

Mandi Illuzzi — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:29:45 -0400

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Pitt and Jolie rank No. 21, the daytime diva comes in at No. 22

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Love them or hate them, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are pretty influential, according to Time.

The pair ranked No. 21 on the magazine's 2008 list of the world's 100 most influential people.

In an article written by George Clooney, the actor writes, "It is one thing to talk about the problems of the world and quite another to actually try to change things."

He goes on to talk about their work in Pakistan, how "they have tended to the poor and sick in Africa" and how they shelled out $1 million for the victims in Darfur, among other humanitarian efforts.

Says Clooney, "The couple cares for three adopted children , from Cambodia, Ethiopia and Vietnam, in addition to their biological daughter.

"There are hundreds of people who could be honored for their good works, but I've seen Brad and Angelina firsthand, and their commitment together is truly impressive," he adds.

Oprah Winfrey came in at No. 22.

Embattled teen queen Miley Cyrus was No. 59.

Cancer survivor Lance Armstrong also made the list for his work with the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

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Who's on the New Cover of Us Weekly?

Alissa R — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:37:22 -0400

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Shiloh's Baby Album! In its latest issue, Us Weekly takes a closer look at the charmed life of Hollywood's most beautiful baby as she turns 2 – including her favorite things, her scrapbook and her family life as the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Also, find out what Pitt replies when people say Shiloh is so beautiful! (See Jolie's baby bump here.)

Suri's Big Birthday Bash! Read all of the details of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' birthday extravaganza for their daughter. Check out Suri's memorable moments here.

PLUS: Us has the full scoop on Giants quarterback Eli Manning's wedding.

Check out the latest issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now, for these stories and more.

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Who Is the Greenest Celeb?

Lindsay Powers — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:30:16 -0400

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It’s hip to be green in Hollywood. Usmagazine.com rounded up the most eco-friendly celebs in honor of Earth Day. Check out what these stars are doing:

Leonardo DiCaprio, 33, just bought a condo in the solar-powered Riverhouse building in New York City. "Riverhouse is a prime example of how green technology is both accessible and achievable for new residential developments — it is a groundbreaking building," a rep for the actor said. DiCaprio, who has an environmental foundation named after himself, also made a documentary called The 11th Hour.

Cameron Diaz has appeared in public service announcements for Act Green, and also drives around in hybrid Toyota Prius. "I love my car!" she has said. "It actually saves me probably from a lot of tickets, because I like to drive fast, and the Prius goes fast enough - but it's not a Porsche, so it actually keeps me out of trouble." Diaz also purchases carbon offsets while traveling. "My travel agent just basically tallies it as I go," she says.

Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth won an Oscar for Best Documentary, the former Vice President won the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize (with the U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change). Gore calls global warming, "the greatest challenge we've ever faced."

Singer Jack Johnson records in a solar-power studio made from 100-percent-consumer waste. His summer tour will also be entirely eco-friendly: he'll travel in vehicles fueled with bio-diesel, will offer earth-friendly merchandise and will try to reduce carbon emissions from concert venues.

Brad Pitt has been leading the charge for sustainable redevelopment of New Orleans following 2005's Hurricane Katrina through this Global Green USA Holy Cross Project. “What happened two years ago was a man-made disaster,” says Brad, “and this building offers a man-made solution.”

Paris Hilton traded her Range Rover SUV for a Ford Hybrid car. "I think driving hybrid cars is the new way to go, and recycling," she's said.

A warrant for Hayden Panettiere's arrest was issued after the Heroes actress interfered with a Dolphin and whale hunt. "The world and the environment are evolving and that means we must change our ways as human beings as well," she has said.

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Watch Brad Pitt on Idol Gives Back

Lindsay Powers — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:34:38 -0400

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Brad Pitt stole the show at Wednesday's Idol Gives Back charity special.

As Usmagazine.com reported on Monday, the actor, 44, caused fans to erupt in monstrous applause when he appeared on stage to introduce a video by Daughtry, who documented a trip to Uganda.

Within the first minute of airing, Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe said the show had already received 3,000 calls from people pledging donations.

Contestant David Archuleta spent the most time on the phone with donors.

Did he have more on his mind than just charity?

Joked one staffer, "He's looking for a prom date!"

In an effort to raise more money, contestant Jason Castro even offered to snip off one of his trademark dreadlocks. (Said stage manager Debbie Williams, "I want you to think about how much you would pay for one of Jason's dreads!")

After the nearly three-hour broadcast — which included pre-taped performances by Mariah Carey and Us Power Girl Miley Cyrus — the Idol contestants surprised the studio audience with an encore performance of Darlene Zschech's "Shout to the Lord" as paper streamers fell on the stage.

"[Contestant] Michael Johns then laid down and made a snow angel while Kristy Lee pointed and laughed," a witness told Us.

Last year's Idol Gives Back raised $76 million for charity. Lythgoe said the show hopes to earn $100 million this year.

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Fans Go Crazy for Brad Pitt at Idol Gives Back Taping

Alissa R — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:56:28 -0400

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The real Idol at Sunday's taping of Idol Gives Back? Brad Pitt!

When the actor, 44, hit the stage at Hollywood’s Kodak Theater, the crowd wouldn't stop screaming, one attendee tells Usmagazine.com.

Idol floor manager Debbie McVickers stopped the show because the actor's mic wasn't working.

As she tried to attach his mic, she joked, "I just needed a reason to touch him!"

Pitt — whose efforts to rebuild New Orleans were recognized on the show — then erupted out in laughter.

The screaming continued, as he introduced a video of rocker Daughtry. (See Pitt through the years here.)

Robin Williams, who also presented, even joked, "I want Brad and Angelina to adopt me!"

The show airs Wednesday on Fox.

Last year, Idol Gives Back raised more than $75 million for charities worldwide. This year, producer Nigel Lythgoe wants to rake in $100 million.

Miley Cyrus told Us she believed the number was attainable.

"It doesn’t matter if it’s a penny or a dollar or anything, it’s one more penny than they had before," she said.

Added Carrie Underwood, "The opportunity will be presented to the
world to call in and donate money and hopefully a few people will rise to that occasion."

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John Krasinski: Brad Pitt Wants Workout Tips From Me!

Lindsay Powers — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:39:33 -0400

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"You can't look this good, that's what I said to Brad!" the Leatherheads star jokes

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There's a new six-pack king: Leatherheads star John Krasinski.

"As you can tell, I am extremely buff in the movie and extremely buff now," Krasinski, 28, joked to Usmagazine.com at the movie's Hollywood premiere Monday night.

"It's hard being this in shape," he confessed. "Brad Pitt called before Fight Club and wanted tips. I wouldn't give them to him."

Krasinski continued, "You can't look this good, that's what I said to Brad!"

So what leading man is Krasinksi envious of? George Clooney, his Leatherheads co-star and director.

Filming the football flick with Clooney, he said, "was great" except for one downfall.

"Walking around with George, you get all the attention, but then you realize people think you're his personal assistant," Krasinski told Us. "They say, 'Hey boy, go get us a drink,' and I'm like, 'I'm in the movie too .... God!'"

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Brad Pitt Set to Produce Lost City of Z

Mandi Illuzzi — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:10:35 -0400

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The actor's Plan B studio will adapt the manuscript and he may star as a British explorer

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Brad Pitt's production studio has purchased the rights to Lost City of Z.

Pitt – who surfaced in Texas Monday after a weekend of inaccurate rumors he wed Angelina Jolie – is set to produce the film and possibly star as British explorer Col. Percy Harrison Fawcett, who searched the Amazon in 1925 for the lost city.

Pitt's company, Plan B, purchased the rights ahead of the February publication of David Grann's Lost City of Z book, which is based on his 2005 New Yorker article about Fawcett.

Meanwhile Pitt's ex and former partner in Plan B, Jennifer Aniston, has formed a film company called Echo Films.

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