Stars that shone in the 24th Palm Spring International Film Festival Awards Gala

    How wonderful it is to see our favorite stars receive the awards that we know they deserve. Avid fans of their sought-through artists surely never missed the 24^th Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala where several artists got recognized for their hard work.  Famous artists known worldwide are given tribute and tokens for their outstanding performance, for their works of charity, for their unique ideas and most of all, for their talent in directing, acting and anything that is show business. The event took place in California, last January 5, Hollywood stars were able to show their fabulous styles while walking the red carpet. The event was hosted by Mary Hart who presented ten of the awards that the Festival gave out.

 

Here are the list of the recipients of the PSIFF Awards Gala given that day: Ensemble Performance Award given to Ben Affleck and casts from Argo, Bradley Cooper received the Desert Palm Achievement Award Actor, Helen Hunt was given the Spotlight Award, Helen Mirren received the International Star Award, Mychael Danna bagged the Frederick Loewe Award for her film composition, Naomi Watts received the Desert Palm Achievement Award Actress, Richard Gere received the Chairman's Award Robert Zemeckis received the Director of the Year Award, Sally Field (Lincoln) got the Career Achievement Award and Tom Hooper received the Sonny Bono Visionary Award for Les Misérables.

Aside from these awards, what caught the attention of the crowd was how these stars presented themselves in their amazing style. Ben Affleck came in a Gucci suit and a bowtie, Bradley Cooper was a glance catcher with his smile and Tom Ford Tuxedo, Noami Watts looked vibrant in her dazzling blue gown by Roland Mouret matched with gold drop earrings and Louie Vuitton Florida sandals, Hellen Mirren looked perfectly sophisticated in her red long Escada gown, partnered with David Webb accessories and Diane Lane was astounding as well, with her Dolce and Gabbana lace dress that was obviously shorter than the long gowns that the rest of the crowd chose to wear.

The 24th Palm Spring Festival is surely one of the most awaited events for our stars to show off their style and glamour and to finally get rewards for their internationally shared talents. We sure are happy for all the awardees and for those who were able to receive their awards. Congratulations!

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Could there be a different ending for Cox and Arquette?

Some relationships are just not meant to end with a “Happy ever after”. Today people rush into marriage, when they get into a relationship and feel that it might work between the two of them they commit themselves to being married without really trying to think of what lies ahead.

Here in the United States divorce has been rampant most especially with big celebs, first because they have resources to do so and second they don’t have time for each other anymore. Things just don’t work the way they were when couples finally exchange their vows and see the real person they are dealing with. However, these bitter endings rarely come to sweet reconciliations but there are people who make it happen.

Courteney Cox and David Arquette amazingly maintained a good relationship after their separation. The couple got married around 1999 and stayed together for about 10 years or more. They separated at 2010 without filing a divorce yet, maybe to test if their relationship can still be restored to how it was before also for the sake of the family they have. The reasons for their separation were not clear at first but they sure ended it quietly not showing any hard feelings for each other. Last year, June 2012, David Arquette filed their divorce papers with the reason of “irreconcilable differences”. However, in the recent episode of The Ellen DeGeneres show, when asked about their status, Courteney Cox answered with delight that David is her bestfriend in the world now and that she loves him. She justifies that they have discovered a lot about each other after the separation that made them respect each other more. They keep a good relationship as friends, which is very amazing if you would compare them to quite a big number of couples which turned bad. The two share their time with their eight year old daughter Coco that may also be the reason why this former pair gets to have time for each other as well.

David Arquette is currently dating Cristina McLarty from Entertainment Weekly and Courteney Cox is still single. Though there could be a lot of questions why they separated, why Courteney is still single and how come two years have passed before they decided to finally file a divorce, what’s important is they still maintain a good relationship with each other. These two met each other because of the movies and series they did together, got in love with each other when they were in F.R.I.E.N.D.S and now that they are friends again, who knows if there could be another chance for the love that was once there?

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Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, what do they expect?

    B-A-B-Y. These letters are read exactly as you did and means exactly the same as everybody knows. Babies are offspring that everyone sees as a blessing. They are little humans that remind us of where people started and where they actually came from. Seeing their little figure, cute faces and smiles just gives us joy no adult can bring. But how do you think some soon mothers feel about it. As Elizabeth Banks said in the movie “What to Expect When You Are Expecting”, being pregnant gives a certain glow to women, seen in their eyes, on how they act and on how they project their smiles; and it could be concluded that these come from all the excitement they get from being able to see something that wholly belongs to them, from their own blood and flesh which would make not only them but a lot of people share their joy with them. This idea can sure be proved by our soon to be parents in showbiz industry - Kanye West and Kim Kardashian. 

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

Kanye West announced it personally during his performance in Atlantic City last year, December 30. Before the media can even start the fuss over it they made the news legal. The couple seems to be very excited and enthusiastic about it as they share the big news in public. Kim confirmed it in her blog after  Kanye  did it in public; she says that they feel so blessed and that they are very excited to start a new family. Though the couple might have spent a short time together, as they revealed their relationship last April, they seem to show certainty of the new chapter in their life they are going to face. However just like Elizabeth Banks in her film, Kim also confirms that being pregnant is not at all easy. She shared this while hosting the New Year's Eve bash at Entertainment tonight at Las Vegas but though pregnancy reveals a hard face on Kim she sees it as a great blessing to their families.

Pregnancy might be easy or hard but what's important is when you get to see part of you in this world alive and kicking! Congratulations to the soon to be parents. 

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Go fresh and floral with Viktor and Rolf’s powder

With the kind of weather we have today woman’s best friend to stay fresh and confident is a dab of a powder. May it be compact or loose, a powder is always a must have. Everyone starts from using a refreshing touch since they were little babies. Mom’s never let their child go through a day without a powder to keep delicate skin from rashes and any skin diseases caused by sweat. Now as people grow older our oil glands become demand more of maintenance. Though using powders depend on the type of skin a person has it would still be safe to use something to prevent facial outbreaks and as well as to keep your face to its utmost perfection. There are lots of brands in the market that promises best effects for all costumers but these vary depending on how your skin will react to them. 

Here is an item women will sure love these days. Viktor and Rolf’s flowerbomb scented face and body powder is made to come to your rescue, it comes in a handy tube that releases its hidden kabuki brush when the cap is removed. Contains the powder inside the tube already so all you have to do is to shake a little and start brushing your face and body with it. Viktor and Rolf’s flowerbomb collection is made to meet the need of every woman for a perfect look that will keep their faces glow and be free of shine – from oil. It also gives you less worry of sudden breakouts and unlikeable elements in your face because they are made from the finest natural ingredients. The powder also comes with a floral scent that would make you confidently fresh throughout the day. The powder ingredients include tea, bergamot, Simbac Jasmine, Centifolia rose, Fressia and Cattleya orchids to showcase the most delicate and adorable aroma you can bring with your face and body all day. No need to spend so much for a floral scent for they would all be included in your powder.

Viktor and Rolf’s flowerbomb scented face and body powder is available at Neiman Marcus stores, if you want to see the glow and smell the scent for yourself go to the nearest stores now!

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Fame and riches unhandled

Lots of celebrities start from simple to fabulous then to Prada. However, some manage to live a life without debts, some cannot. As we can see fame and riches are one of the deadliest pits of all time, it can either bring you to the zenith of your dreams or to the doom of your name and career. These two things should be given to people who can handle and manage them well. However, it is obvious that a lot of people are given the chance to have this and it is just up to them if they would handle it well. 

Lindsay Lohan, a former Disney artist really captured the hearts of a lot of people when she was younger. She was in movies that truly shared good messages about family and relationships, fantasies and realities. However, the little princess wasn’t able to manage all this. When she grew up everything became a lot more different from the movies to the song she makes. A lot still appreciated her for that but now that she is not that of a celebrity anymore the little princess turned wild. Lindsay Lohan has been in the entertainment headlines a lot of times already when she turned in her early 20’s she was caught for driving in the influence of alcohol, misbehavior in bars, debts for rent, credit cards and taxes  and worse use of drugs. Just this month, Lindsay is said to be big debt for the mansion she is renting in Beverly Hills, thought the celeb doesn’t earn much anymore she cannot withdrew from her one day millionaire lifestyle and eventually buries herself in  trouble. It is said that she asks help from her friends to earn some or to get enough to avoid being homeless. Some were able to lend her money before but in this situation what will happen to Lohan is uncertain.

Lindsay Lohan’s life turned bad not because of the track of her career but because of how she managed her resources. Though there is a sure reason behind this sudden change in the actress’s lifestyle and whatever it may be she definitely needs help. May her life be a lesson to everyone not just in the showbiz industry but also for those who have more than they really need.

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