These ladies looked stunning at the Oscars last night!  Whether in colors that popped or pale neutral hues, the pursuit of glamour was all about finding what worked best for their skintones and bodies.  Freida Pinto (of Slumdog Millionaire) dazzled in the perfect shade of blue, and John Galliano’s design had a Bollywood feel without looking overdone.  Anne Hathaway sparkled and accentuated her shape in this sequin fishtail gown by Armani Prive.  Natalie Portman was a standout in her ethereal bold pink Rodarte.  Taraji P. Henson looked lovely in Roberto Cavalli, with a sweet smile to match.

Others were not quite so elegant.  Amanda Seyfried’s giant bow fiasco was not flattering (Valentino).  Sophia Loren wore what appeared to be a 16-year-old’s debutante gown.  Beyonce (who we love unconditionally) could barely breathe in a House of Dereon dress seemingly constructed from vintage drapes.  And Jessica Biel (in Prada) – we can’t see your lovely figure under that excess fabric.  Better luck next year!

Scarlett Johansson who was at the Berlinale Film Festival premiere of The Boleyn Girl in Berlin tonight said _________ to Natalie Portman?

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Checkout the refreshingly stunning Natalie Portman gracing the cover of Parade magazine, inside the issue she talks about trusting her instincts, her If-It’s-Not-Working-Change-It philosophy and her recent trip to Uganda with FINCA.

NP on trusting her instincts:

“I’ve always been something of a pleaser: I want to make other people happy. That’s not the worst thing. I mean, the fact that you like people and want them to like you is great — as long as you’re not sacrificing who you are. I’m not someone who has a lot of regrets, but last year I did something that I wasn’t comfortable with, and I’m really sorry I didn’t listen to my intuition. There was a scene in a movie that felt inappropriate for me, but I didn’t want to make waves. So I let myself get talked into it, even though it shook me up. From now on, I’m going to trust my gut more. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is say “no.” No matter how much you plan and how hard you try, you can’t predict the outcome of things. I’m always surprised by what people end up talking about. There have been times when I’ve put my best effort into my work and had great success. Other times, I have tried just as hard, and it hasn’t worked out. I realize now that the only thing in my control is my own behavior, not other people’s reactions.”

NP on her philosophy to cause change:

“My family came here from Israel when I was 3, and at first we moved around a lot. I got really good at figuring out a situation and diving in. I was the cool new kid; I never doubted myself. Actually, I was probably kind of arrogant. Then, the summer after seventh grade, I shot my first movie, The Professional. Looking back, I realize that I might not have been that sensitive when I told people about it, and it came off as bragging. I was going to a small private school, and the other kids completely turned against me. No one would talk to me. I was so miserable that I had to change schools. But it made me think about how what I say affects other people, and I corrected my bravado. My dad helped me so much with this. He’s a doctor, and he’s really amazing. He’s one of those rare people who will actually change his opinions or his behavior if it’s hurting someone else. It was remarkable to learn that from him.”

NP on her trip to Africa:

“When I was in Uganda with FINCA recently, I met a young woman whose parents had died of AIDS. She was completely alone, taking care of her brothers and sisters. They were all living in one room; they had absolutely nothing. Everyone was talking down to her, but when we asked what she wanted, her answer amazed me. While 50 cents more a day would have totally revolutionized their lives, she looked at us and said in a clear, strong voice: “My brothers and sisters deserve the same chances you’ve had. I want them all to go to boarding school.” She didn’t want a handout. She knew that her family had a right to the same opportunities as everyone else. It was incredibly inspiring. I know that I’m the luckiest person in the world, but I still have so much to learn. That woman, who had not been given any chances in life, reminded me to always keep my own worth in mind.”

Natalie Portman looking absolutely splendiferous (and a little too tanned) at the 22nd Annual American Cinematheque Awards. (Friday)

The “Please tell everybody – categorically I am not pregnant,” Pamela Anderson at the 2007 World Magic Awards in Santa Monica, CA. (Saturday)

Mary-Kate Olsen rocking her normal homeless-chic attends the Phillips De Pury and Company and Taschen Party to launch Confidential by Alison Jackson at Victoria House in London, England. (Thursday)

Keira Knightley on the set of her new flick,The Duchess, in London. (Sunday)

Kate Hudson and NBA star Baron Davis catchup at their 10-Year high school reunion in Santa Monica, CA. (Sunday)

A bearded Jake Gyllenhaal was snapped leaving a hotel in London. (Saturday)

My favorite actress Julia Roberts at the 22nd Annual American Cinematheque Awards. (Friday)

Jennifer Love Hewitt sported this divine purple ensemble at the 30th Annual Sojourn Shelter Services Anniversary Gala. (Saturday)

The simply elegant Ellen Pompeo at the NIAF’s 32nd Anniversary Awards Gala in Washington, DC. (Saturday)

Heidi Klum at “Mr. Bones” Pumpkin Patch in West Hollywood, CA. (Saturday)

Dita Von Teese looking rather pale at the “Fetish” Photo Exhibition Opening Party by David Lynch at the Galerie du Passage in Paris. (Tuesday)

The surprising pretty in the face Ashley Olsen at the “Fetish” Photo Exhibition Opening Party by David Lynch at the Galerie du Passage in Paris. (Tuesday)

Natalie Portman looking rather “natural” at the campaign against global poverty in Stanford University. (Tuesday)

Mother-to-be Nicole Richie leaving the Byron Williams Hair Salon/ (Tuesday)

In Natalie Portman’s recent flick, Hotel Chevalier, she does her first nude scene and you know I had to bring it to you! The majority of Wes Anderson’s ten minute-long short features Natalie and co-star Jason Schwartzman getting their freak on in a hotel room. Let me know if it tickles your fancy.

Checkout Natalie Portman’s naked bagel buns after the jump! (Click on the show more to the right!)(...) Continue Reading →.

Natalie Portman looking rather homey at the Hotel Chevalier Special Screening (Tuesday)

Christina Aguilera out in Hollywood showing off her baby bump. (Monday)

Jennifer Lopez & Marc Anthony at the announcement of her En Concierto kickoff tour in the Bronx. (Tuesday)

Kate Bosworth in Hollywood with boyfriend James Rousseau. (Monday)

Natalie Portman was photographed recently walking back home after shopping around West Village in NYC. The splendiferous actress apparently felt like getting her incognito on in a sleek black jacket and sunglasses. I know that’s right, we all feel like laying low every now and then.

Natalie Portman goes on a round about with newspaper and pen (for the crossword puzzle) in hand near her London hotel on Tuesday. What a natural beauty!

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