Jackie Chan Isn't a Fan of 'Rush Hour'

Jackie Chan Isn't a Fan of 'Rush Hour'

It's the movie that put Jackie Chan in the major leagues in the United States, but the Hong Kong star isn't a fan of his successful action comedy franchise "Rush Hour."

Chan said when he made the first installment of the "Rush Hour" series in 1998 he only wanted to test the U.S. market and didn't have high hopes.

"When we finished filming, I felt very disappointed because it was a movie I didn't appreciate and I did not like the action scenes involved. I felt the style of action was too Americanized and I didn't understand the American humor," Chan said in a blog entry on his Web site seen Sunday.

The actor said he made the sequel because he was offered an "irresistible" amount of money to do it and made the third installment, which was released recently, to satisfy fans of the series.

Chan said "Rush Hour 3" was no different from the first two installments for him.

"Nothing particularly exciting stood out that made this movie special for me ... I spent four months making this film and I still don't fully understand the humor," he said, adding the comedic scenes may be lost on Asian audiences as well.

Chan's comments came even though the "Rush Hour" series, which revolves around the racial humor stemming from the pairing of a Chinese (Chan) and a black (Chris Tucker) police officer, helped the action star cross over to mainstream American audiences.

"Rush Hour" was Chan's first movie to break $100 million at the U.S. box office, earning $141 million, according to the box office tracking Web site Box Office Mojo. "Rush Hour 2" made $226 million and "Rush Hour 3" has earned $137 million so far.

Chan has been known to be blase about his Hollywood work. He said in a 2005 interview with The Associated Press that he uses the high salary he earns in America to fund Chinese-language projects that he's truly interested in.

He also recently showed little enthusiasm for his latest Hollywood project, "The Forbidden Kingdom," which marks his first on-screen collaboration with fellow action star Jet Li.

"The movie I just shot with Jet Li, 'The Forbidden Kingdom,' actually isn't that great," Chan was quoted as saying by the Web site of China's official Xinhua News Agency.

"'The Forbidden Kingdom' is a movie made for Americans," the report quoted Chan as saying. "Chinese viewers may not like it. If I say it's a good movie now, then many people will be filled with overly high expectations and be disappointed when they see the movie."

Britney Spears Loves Public Restrooms

Britney Spears Loves Public Restrooms

Have you ever been driving in your car, and your bladder feels like it’s going to explode? Well, when that happens to Britney Spears, she just stops at her nearest Quizno’s Sub Shop and relieves herself.

Yesterday, the troubled pop princess was caught at the Westwood, California sandwich store having a potty break. And it looks like her more mature, responsible getup we loved last week has gone by the wayside.

And speaking of potty breaks, the custody battle between Brit and K-Fed is still raging on. Yesterday the Lucky singer’s new attorney Sorrell Trope (Laura Wasser ditched her) met with Federline’s lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, and a judge to discuss the custody arrangement.

According to sources, they met behind closed doors to “refine certain areas” of the judge’s order that requires Spears to submit to twice-weekly drug test. As it stands, the two share 50/50 custody of Jayden James and Sean Preston, although Kevin wants to change that.

Enjoy the pictures of Britney’s Quiznos bathroom break (September 24).

Jennifer Lopez Plans Trip Back To Her Roots

Jennifer Lopez Plans Trip Back To Her Roots

It’s always nice to hear a story about a rich and famous celebrity that decides to give back to the people from her past. And Jennifer Lopez and her husband Marc Anthony are planning to do just that.

J. Lo is scheduled to make an appearance in the Bronx borough of New York City this coming Tuesday. She will speak to children at Public School 36, which just happens to be down the street from her alma mater the Holy Family School.

The “Waiting for Tonight” singer will be supporting ING’s “Run for Something Better” campaign, which promotes an increase in school exercise programs. Along with making a personal appearance, the Lopez-Anthony tour will be donating $1 from each ticket sold.

And the buzz around PS 36 is deafening. Kids of all grades are gearing up for the visit, making signs and spreading the word. “Everyone is truly excited about this,” said the principal. “The best part for me is that the children will have a memory that will last forever.”

Enjoy the pictures of J Lo with Marc at an album release party (September 20).

Vanessa Hudgens Bounces Back

Vanessa Hudgens Bounces Back

After what must have been the most embarrassing single incident of her life, Vanessa Hudgens appears to have fully bounced back just two weeks after her nude photo scandal.

The perma-smiling actress was spotted at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Santa Monica yesterday. And as a fun turning the tables trick, she pointed a camera at the paparazzi that were clamoring to get a shot of her.

Later that afternoon, the High School Musical hottie made a quick stop at a Hollywood studio for a photo shoot. She’s looking vibrant and back to normal, according to witnesses.

Hudgens has been given a boost by Ugly Betty star Vanessa Williams, who, herself had to deal with a nude photo scandal that ended up costing her the Miss America crown back in 1984. Williams believes that Vanessa is going to be fine.

She told press, “She’s got talent and she’s professional, and those are the things that’ll help her survive in life. You know, welcome to the lesson of hard knocks. She got her first big one right now. I met her and she’s a very sweet, talented girl and I’ve seen ‘High School Musical 2’ a zillion times because of my kids ... and she’ll be fine.”

Enjoy the pictures of Vanessa out at The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, along with shots of the HSM star on the way to her photoshoot (September 21).

Sex and the City Movie Rolls On

Sex and the City Movie Rolls On


It’s exciting to see that the Sex and the City girls are back in action. And yesterday Kristin Davis was out and about in New York filming her scenes.

It appears that Davis’ character Charlotte is expecting a baby. And after the traumatic miscarriage she endured on the show years ago, it’s good to see her healthy and pregnant.

In fact, the scene Davis was filming yesterday involved Charlotte and Chris Noth’s character Mr Big getting into a bit of an argument, leading to her water breaking.

Yeah, we know.. . it’s a cliffhanger. But with this kind of build up, it’s going to be quite a wait until the movie comes out. Leave it to Carrie Bradshaw and Co. to keep viewers on the edge of their seats until this film releases sometime in 2008.

Enjoy the pictures of Kristin Davis, along with Chris Noth, on set for the second day of Sex and the City filming (September 20).

Paris Hilton Donates Clothes, Buys More

Paris Hilton Donates Clothes, Buys More

Continuing to work on her revamped persona, Paris Hilton is going to donate bundles of her own clothes and shoes to children’s charities in an attempt to make room in her ever-growing closet.

According to the Simple Life star, she “never wears anything twice and has closets overflowing with as-good-as-new garments.”

The socialite tells, “I have, like, a million clothes and more than 500 pairs of shoes, so I’m going to give a bunch of them to orphanages and children’s hospitals. I never wear something twice.”

And more recently, Paris has been spotted shopping at Fred Segal to replace the soon-to-be donated clothing.

Enjoy the pictures of Paris out replenishing her clothing inventory at Fred Segal (September 19).

Joel Madden’s Baby Excitement

Joel Madden’s Baby Excitement

When it comes down to it, having a baby is a pretty huge deal. And while marriage is “definitely in their future” Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden is focusing on his soon-to-be-born baby and his or her mother.

Nicole Richie first announced that she was preggers on Good Morning America to Diane Sawyer. And since then, life has changed immensely for the two expecting parents.

Joel told press, “Obviously, marriage is in our future. I don’t know when or where or how, but right now our priority is our family and is the baby. That’s all we’ve been thinking about. We are in love and are really happy.”

And the “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” rocker confesses that he’s pumped about fatherhood. “I’m excited. We are all really excited about it. Its the best thing that has ever happened to us. It’s awesome.”

But don’t get your hopes up about finding out the sex of the baby. Madden reports that they don’t want to find out. He told press, “No, we are waiting. We don’t even know. So right now it’s an it. Which sounds wrong. We call it the baby. When we talk to it, it’s a you.”

Jessica Simpson Goes Country

Jessica Simpson Goes Country

The Jessica Simpson country project has just been given a much-needed boost, as Willie Nelson has agreed to help write songs for her upcoming album.

The decision to go country was first reported by Jessica’s manager-father Joe Simpson, who insists that his daughter is completely serious about making her latest project a big success.

Before the official announcement, the “With You” singer told press, “My next album is probably going to be with Willie Nelson. I’ve been wanting to do a country record because it’s in my roots.”

The idea of working with Willie apparently started when he co-starred with Jessica in the 2005 comedy, Dukes of Hazzard.

Jess explains, “I aspire to be like Patsy Cline. Willie actually turned me on to her because he used to be one of her background singers.”

Enjoy the pictures of Jessica out for a night on the Hollywood scene (September 16).

The Beckhams Get Voted Most Overrated

The Beckhams Get Voted Most Overrated

Whenever you’re as fabulous as David and Victoria Beckham, there’s bound to be people just waiting to tear you down. And most recently, they were named as the world’s most overrated people by Radar Magazine.

The tongue-in-cheek list is an annual thing for the magazine. Other celebrities named as “overrated” this year were Oprah Winfrey, Bono (of rock group U2), and Mr. Fight Club himself, Brad Pitt.

Radar claims that their list is, “a scientific survey of the world’s most over-hyped people, places and things.” As for their logic behind naming Posh and Becks, the folks over at Radar were pretty unforgiving.

They called David, “an overpaid soccer star,” and Posh was referred to as a “pointless collection of body parts.” However, with a sure-to-be record breaking comeback tour for the Spice Girls on the way, we’ll see how long these two are branded “overrated.”

Enjoy the pictures of David and Victoria looking quite stylish as the head into Nobu for a bite to eat (September 15).

Make way for these hotsteppers

Make way for these hotsteppers


We've known it for quite some time. And now it is official. Cameron Diaz has topped a new list of best-dressed females celebrities compiled by People magazine. The rest of the ladies that make up the list were not bad, either. Take a look...



Beyonce Knowles

'Bootylicious' singer Beyonce Knowles comes a close second. This Destiny Child front woman looks yummy even in sackcloth, what say? Of course, 50 cent may not agree.



Katie Holmes

Sigh. Some people have it all -- youth, looks, yummy hubby and cute baby to boot. And now, this Dawson's Creek star the third best dressed celeb according to the 'People'.



Penelope Cruz

This Woman on Top star is the epitome of style. And she can't go wrong with a face and a body like that.



Jessica Biel

Number five in the list. Not bad. This former fashion model is really quite a 'Summer Catch'!



Drew Barrymore

Her love life maybe in shambles but her dressing is not. A vast improvement from her Posion Ivy wild days.



Jennifer Lopez

She tops the list for her, um, other 'assets'. But here she must make do with seven. Not bad for a kid from the Bronx, right?


Reese Witherspoon

She has it all. Mind, body and great fashion sense! She is also another mommy after Katie to make it to the list. Way to go, blondie!



Gwen Stefani

The mommy list keeps growing, it seems. The singer has a very contemporary sense of style which manages to look hip. 'No Doubt' about it!




Ali Larter

Her film, Marigold, with our own Bollywood hunk Salman Khan may have bombed, but not her fashion sense as this 'Hero' winds up this list.

Britney Spears (aka Bad Media Karma)

After a poorly-reviewed MTV VMA performance, Britney Spears has packed her bags and left Las Vegas for the friendly confines of her California home.

With this said, all eyes have now turned towards the release of her new album. According to the latest reports, the troubled pop tart still plans on releasing Gimme More as the first single from the record, which is expected to hit shelves this November.

Entertainment Weekly acquired the lyrics to “Piece Of Me,” in what many feel will be the second single. One line from the song reads: “’’I’m Mrs. Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous/ I’m Mrs. ‘Oh my God, that Britney’s shameless’/ I’m Mrs. ‘Extra, extra, this just in’ / I’m Mrs. ‘She’s too fat, now she’s too thin.” In the “Piece of Me” track, Britney also is said to refer to herself as “Bad Media Karma” and says: “Another day, another drama/ I can’t see the harm in working hard and being a mama.”

Despite the seemigly childish lyrics, those who’ve heard the new disc seem impressed, as an EW insider described: “Other new songs include the electro, vocoder-assisted ‘Radar’, ‘Break The Ice’, which sounds like Nelly Furtado’s ‘Say It Right’, and ‘Heaven On Earth’, which sounds like Gwen Stefani’s ‘Sweet Escape’”

With these lofty associations, it’ll be interesting to see what kind of magic was pulled off with the help of a little studio tweaking.

Spears' Lawyer Seeks to Seal Documents

Spears' Lawyer Seeks to Seal Documents


Britney Spears' lawyer wants to seal all court papers in her custody battle with ex-husband Kevin Federline over their two small sons.

Attorney Laura A. Wasser filed a motion Friday asking a Superior Court commissioner to make permanent a conditional order to seal all documents dealing with custody. It was filed in response to a motion by People magazine and TV station seeking to unseal some of the papers.

"This is the perfect instance to stop the madness," Wasser said in court. Federline's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan agreed with Wasser's motion.

Commissioner Scott Gordon heard arguments Friday, but put off ruling on the issue until a hearing set for Monday on Federline's request to gain a bigger share of custody.

Representing People and KNBC-TV, lawyer Alonzo Wickers cited a pair of cases that he said show family law documents, even those involving custody, need not be kept entirely private.

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"No statute says custody-related documents should be broadly sealed," Wickers said.

The singer married Federline in October 2004. She filed for divorce last November and the divorce became official July 30. The two have joint custody of sons Sean Preston, who turned 2 on Friday, and Jayden James, who turned 1 on Wednesday.

Nominees celebrate on eve of Emmy Awards

In their last hours as neither winners nor losers, Emmy nominees gathered to celebrate being in contention for American television's highest honor — and to get free stuff.

On Friday, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences hosted a party honoring nominees for Sunday's 59th Primetime Emmy Awards, which will air on Fox.

Denis Leary, who is up for lead actor in a drama series for "Rescue Me," said the select group of actors showed up to receive certification that they were nominees.

"But no, really, the reason everybody's here: You get a swag bag," he told The Associated Press, apparently only half-joking. "That's why I'm here ... There's enough stuff in there — there's probably eight or nine things — that my wife gets something, and then we have something that we spread around with the relatives. So everybody's happy at the end."

Leary said he's rooting for James Gandolfini, star of the "The Sopranos."

"They should give him an Emmy that's even bigger than him, a chocolate Emmy that he can eat," Leary said. "I just think he's the greatest character in the history of television."

The reception at the Wolfgang Puck restaurant in the Pacific Design Center also included supporting-actress nominees Sandra Oh ("Grey's Anatomy") and Holland Taylor ("Two and a Half Men"). Supporting-actor nominees T.R. Knight ("Grey's Anatomy"), Neil Patrick Harris ("How I Met Your Mother"), August Schellenberg ("Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee") and Jon Cryer ("Two and a Half Men") showed up, too.

Cryer revealed that he and fellow nominee Felicity Huffman (lead actress in a comedy series, "Desperate Housewives") would be participating in a 22.5-mile triathlon Sunday before walking down the red carpet at the Shrine Auditorium. He expected endorphins to help keep him calm on Emmy night.

Last year, Cryer said he was nervous as a first-time nominee.

"I didn't know how I was supposed to act," he said. "I would just sort of sit around, going, 'Am I supposed to be sitting here? What's going on? Is there something we're supposed to be doing now?'"

Oscar winner Anna Paquin ("The Piano") said she was just too busy to fret about her Emmy nod as supporting actress in "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee."

"I'm about to start shooting a new series for HBO," Paquin said. "So that's really distracting me from feeling nervous about Sunday night."

Last year's lead-actress drama winner Mariska Hargitay ("SVU") said her previous Emmy and a new baby helped keep the event in perspective. After a baby "decisions come so much easier," she said.

"This year, it was so easy," she said. "I tried on this dress. It was the first dress I tried on, and, I said, 'I'm done.'"

Finding red-carpet couture wasn't quite as easy for Conchata Ferrell (supporting actress, "Two and Half Men").

"Particularly for a woman my size, it's really very difficult to find anything," she said. "There's no designer knocking on my door, going, 'Oh, here. Wear this,' she said. Ferrell eventually went to the set's costume designer, Mary T. Quigley, who came up with a silver sparkling number.

For Masi Oka (supporting actor, "Heroes") clothes weren't the problem for Emmy night. Finding a date was.

Even his own mother turned him down, choosing to stay home in Japan.

"My mom is actually very superstitious," he said. "She tells me every time she's in Japan, she gets good news, like 'I got nominated for a Golden Globe,' or 'I got nominated for an Emmy.'

"Anytime she's in the states, she gets bad news, like, 'I want to be an actor.'"