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Michael Douglas Says Kissing Matt Damon in Behind the Candelabra Was 'Comfortable'
Originally posted 05/12/2013 09:00PM
Many dream of kissing Matt Damon, but Michael Douglas is one of the lucky few who has actually done it. But for him, it was simply part of the job.
"Once you get that first kiss in, you are comfortable," Douglas, who stars as pianist Liberace in HBO's Behind the Candelabra, tells New York magazine in its latest cover story (on newsstands May 13).
"Matt and I didn't rehearse the love scenes. We said, 'Well – we've read the script, haven't we?' "
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Mika Brzezinski: I Was Addicted to Food
Originally posted 05/10/2013 10:50AM
Mika Brzezinski's secret is out: She's struggled with food addiction for over 30 years.
"I had honestly been lying to myself about how serious my situation was for years, but I was way too embarrassed to bring it to the forefront," the Morning Joe host, 46, tells PEOPLE. "I feel like it's my one big secret."
Now, she's sharing her experience in the new book Obsessed: America's Food Addiction – And My Own.
"I'm supposed to look like I have it all together," says Brzezinski. "And it's supposed to look easy. Admitting that is hard because you feel like you're taking a veil off."
Stars Serenade Zach Sobiech in Appreciation of His Brave Cancer Fight
Originally posted 05/09/2013 01:30PM
This could easily be the most moving celebrity shout-out of all time.
Zach Sobiech, 17, inspired millions with his cancer fight and the farewell song he penned, "Clouds."
Now, a slew of celebrities are showing their support for the brave teenager (he's been diagnosed with osteosarcoma) with a tribute video set to his song, in an effort to raise awareness and funds to help find a cure for childhood cancer.
Among the stars featured in the new video, which airs on Rainn Wilson's SoulPancake YouTube channel: Ashley Tisdale, Colbie Caillat, Anna Faris, Jason Mraz, Sara Bareilles, Jenna Fischer, The Lumineers, Rachel Bilson, Ed Helms, Phillip Phillips and more.
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Harley Pasternak Blogs New Studies and Your Health Goals
Originally posted 05/08/2013 03:00PM
I'm constantly scouring scientific journals so I can stay on the cutting edge of all things nutrition, fitness and health, and that way keep my clients informed.
As a result, I often come across several interesting studies that I think readers of this blog will find helpful and relevant to their own health goals. So this week, I'm going to give you the highlights of a few new studies that I find newsworthy.
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Wendy Williams: 175 Lbs. and 'Perfect the Way I Am'
Originally posted 05/08/2013 01:30PM
Wendy Williams has lost about 20 pounds in the last year, but the talk show host says her accomplishment is about more than just looking good.
Williams says she has come to a place of self-acceptance – with food and her looks.
"It's not a big deal. It might not be right for everybody, but I am perfect the way I am right now," Williams, 48, told Dr. Mehmet Oz on The Dr. Oz Show. "I weigh 175 pounds. I am very accepting of my height and weight and where I am probably for the first time steadily in my life. I feel good."
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Lea Michele & Cory Monteith Sun Themselves in Mexico
Originally posted 05/08/2013 09:50AM
How relaxing!
Glee stars – and real-life couple – Lea Michele and Cory Monteith were spotted sunning themselves and lunching on the beach in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on Monday after arriving from Vancouver.
The two were seen flying from Vancouver over the weekend.
"Sailing off on another adventure," Michele Tweeted on Saturday. "Putting down the electronics for the next few days.. Gonna rest up mind body and soul! See u soon!"
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Lindsay Lohan Not Allowed to Leave Betty Ford Campus
Originally posted 05/07/2013 11:30AM
Patients at the Betty Ford Center typically earn privileges to go off campus for occasional shopping or a meal – but Lindsay Lohan won't be one of them.
Lohan, who's serving a 90-day sentence at the Rancho Mirage, Calif., facility for violating probation, will be confined to the sprawling desert grounds, according to a letter addressed to Lohan's attorney Shawn Holley and filed with the L.A. Superior Court.
"It is understood by the Betty Ford Center that your client is to remain on the premises for the duration of her 90-day stay in treatment," the document reads.
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Chris Christie Secretly Underwent Weight-Loss Surgery: Report
Originally posted 05/07/2013 07:00AM
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie secretly underwent gastric band surgery in February to try to lose weight.
Christie tells the New York Post he had turned 50 and wanted to slim down for his wife and four children. The Republican says he was not motivated by thoughts of running for president.
"I've struggled with this issue for 20 years," he told the paper. "For me, this is about turning 50 and looking at my children and wanting to be there for them."
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Robin Roberts: 'I Feel the Best I've Felt in a Long Time'
Originally posted 05/08/2013 03:15PM
Robin Roberts's fans always worry about her when she's off-screen too long (just check out her Twitter), but the Good Morning America anchor says people needn't be concerned.
"I feel great. I feel the best I've felt in a long time – and I mean that sincerely," Roberts told PEOPLE Monday at the 12th Annual Women Who Care Luncheon benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of New York City.
Roberts, rocking tight black leather pants and spiked heels at the luncheon to celebrate women's accomplishments, took Thursday and Friday off last week on the heels of a brief hospitalization in April. But taking care of herself has worked wonders, she says.
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Valerie Harper 'Feeling Good' at Kentucky Derby
Originally posted 05/05/2013 02:00PM
Hats off to Valerie Harper, who celebrated the Kentucky Derby weekend in high spirits (and style!).
Months after the Rhoda Morgenstern actress, 73, revealed to PEOPLE that she was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, she stepped out at the Barnstable Brown Gala, saying, "I'm feeling good."
Attending the Louisville pre-derby party with husband Tony Cacciotti, she added to PEOPLE, "And I gained 7 lbs. – my doctors like that."
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