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Tuesday, 7 February 2017

This year's Oscar nominees pose together for class photo after gathering for annual luncheon celebrating their achievements

Say cheese! This year's Oscar nominees pose together for class photo after gathering for annual luncheon celebrating their achievements

PUBLISHED: 05:59, 7 February 2017 | UPDATED: 05:59, 7 February 2017

It's one of the most eclectic groups in the world and while many are called, few are chosen.

And those few who succeeded in earning an Academy Award nomination this year came together for a class photo Monday in Beverly Hills.

It took time to assemble them all in place but once they did, the gaggle of actors, directors, producers and other movie-making professionals did mange to say 'cheese' at the same time.

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Dotted among the crowd were famous faces familiar from being on screen in the most acclaimed films of 2016.

But everyone including the behind-the-scenes folk that make the magic happen and are recognized with an Oscar nod are featured in the group picture.

And with just three weeks to go before the big show, the excitement - and the nerves - is clearly ratcheting up.

Seated front row on the left side pof the large golden Oscar statue were emma Stone, five seats in, who was next to Matt Damon, then Natalie Portman and Octavia Spencer

Seated on the front row to the right of the giant Oscar were Mahershala Ali, second from left, then two seats away from him Justin Timberlake next to Ruth Negga

Towards the back of the group it was possible to make out Nicole Kidman, Dev Patel and Mel Gibson standing next to each other

The annual nominees luncheon is a rite of passage and naturally everyone tried to put their best sartorial foot forward as they gathered at the Beverly Hills Hilton.

And the group got the chance to nibble on salad and drink red wine or pink champagne in the cavernous ballroom, which was decorated with huge bouquets of white roses.

Leading actresses Natalie Portman, Emma Stone, Nicole Kidman and Michelle Williams showed just how it is done, showing up in designer duds and perfect hair.

Fashion standouts: : Natalie Portman, Michelle Williams, Emma Stone and Nicole Kidman brought the glamour

She's back: Pregnant Natalie Portman, named Best Actress in 2011 for Black Swan, showed off her growing bump in a belted black dress

For many this will be their first time at the gilded ceremony on February 26. But a select few will be returning in the hope of adding a second or even third Oscar to their collection.

Indeed that's the case for Natalie, a one-time winner who received her third nomination for Jackie.

The pregnant 35-year-old, named Best Actress in 2011 for Black Swan, showed off her growing bump in a belted black dress.

For Michelle Williams, 2017 marks her fourth Oscar nomination.

The 36-year-old is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Manchester By The Sea, and attended the luncheon in a asymmetrical peach and black dress.

Nicole Kidman is nominated for a Best Supporting Actress for Lion; this is the fourth Oscar nomination for the 49-year-old, who was named Best Actress in 2003 for The Hours.

Bold and beautiful: 2017 marks the fourth Oscar nomination for Michelle, 36, who is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for Manchester By The Sea

Suits her: Nicole is nominated for a Best Supporting Actress for Lion and it is her fourth Oscar nomination

Made of Stone: For Emma, who was previously nominated in 2015 for Birdman, this will be her second chance at winning

For Emma, who was previously nominated in 2015 for Birdman, this will be her second chance at winning an Oscar.

The 28-year-old, who wore an off the shoulder gown, is nominated for Best Actress for her film La La Land, which looks set to be a big winner at this year's show.

The romantic showbiz musical topped the Oscars nominations list with a whopping 14 nods, tying the all-time record set by Titanic and All About Eve.

The movie - a whimsical tribute to Hollywood's Golden Age of musicals, set in modern-day Los Angeles - earned nods for best picture, best director for 32-year-old Damien Chazelle, and for Emma and her male co-star Ryan Gosling.

Emma certainly seemed happy to be at Monday's party, and gravitated for her fellow nominees and former The Help castmates Octavia Spencer and Viola Davis.

Viola is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her work in Fences, while Octavia was nominated for Hidden Figures.

Networking gold: Nominees Viola Davis, Naomie Harris and Isabelle Huppert mingled at the bash

Catching up: Dev Patel and Mahershala Ali laugh together as they enjoy themselves at the luncheon

The competition: Ryan Gosling is going up against Casey Affleck (centre) in the Best Actor category, while Dev Patel (right) has landed a Best Supporting Actor nod

Big hitters: Matt Damon is nominated as a producer for Best Picture for Manchester By The Sea, while Denzel Washington is nominated for Best Picture and Best actor for Fences and Mahershala Ali for Best Supporting Actor for Moonlight

This year's crop of nominees clearly reflected a push by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voters to show more diversity after the #OscarsSoWhite controversy of the past two years.

The list features the largest number of nominations for black actors ever - six.

Mahershala Ali and Naomie Harris are first-time nominees for Moonlight, while two-time winner Denzel Washington and multiple nominee Viola Davis are in the running again for their performance in Fences.

Also nominated are past winner Octavia Spencer, a Best Supporting Actress candidate for Hidden Figures, and Ruth Negga, in the best actress category for Loving.

Back in the thick of things: Mel Gibson celebrates his return to the A list at the event; he is nominated for Best Director for Hacksaw Ridge

Finally! Despite having multiple awards, Justin Timberlake got his first Oscar nomination for his track Can’t Stop The Feeling! from the soundtrack of the DreamWorks Animation pic Trolls; he is seen chatting with Casey Affleck

No expense spared! The nominees nibbled on salad and drank red wine and pink champagne in in the cavernous luncheon room, which was decorated with huge bouquets of white roses

Friday, 15 April 2016

Maisie Williams stuns at The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival... as it emerges Game Of Thrones may be nearing its end

Stark warning! Maisie Williams stuns at The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival... as it emerges Game Of Thrones may be nearing its end

By ROSS MCDONAGH FOR DAILYMAIL.COM

PUBLISHED: 03:31, 15 April 2016 | UPDATED: 16:02, 15 April 2016

Seafaring is more of a Greyjoy pursuit than a Stark one.

But Maisie Williams didn't let that stop her in The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on Thursday.

The 18-year-old stunned n the red carpet in a gorgeous sheer blue strapless dress, which she paired with a glistening pair of white and gold Nicholas Kirkwood sandals.

Fab: Maisie Williams stunned at The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on Thursday

The actress, who completed her look with a pair of Atelier Swarovski earrings, happily signed autographs and posed for selfies with fans as she made her way along the red carpet.

She also posed with her co-stars Jason Sudeikis and Jessica Biel - who also produced the film - as well as Biel's husband Justin Timberlake, who composed and supervised the music for the film.

In it, Sudeikis plays an architect who helps a homeless teenager (Williams) build a raft to sail across the Atlantic after his wife (Biel) is killed in a car accident.

Later this month, Maisie also returns to the small screen in her breakout role as Arya Stark in season six of Game Of Thrones.

Pretty: The 18-year-old stunned n the red carpet in a gorgeous sheer blue strapless dress, which she paired with a glistening pair of white and gold heels

Fan fave: The actress happily signed autographs and posed for selfies with fans as she made her way along the red carpet

On Thursday it was reported that the series may have as little as two seasons after the current one - and that those seasons may even be shorter than their normal ten episodes.

In an exclusive interview with Variety, showrunners David Benioff and DB Weiss revealed that season seven may have just seven episodes, while the eighth - and potentially last - season could have only six.

'I think we’re down to our final 13 episodes after this season. We’re heading into the final lap,' Benioff said. 'That’s the guess, though nothing is yet set in stone, but that’s what we’re looking at.'

Crew: She also posed with her co-stars Jason Sudeikis and Jessica Biel - who also produced the film - as well as Biel's husband Justin Timberlake, who composed and supervised the music for the film

Plot: In it, Sudeikis plays an architect who helps a homeless teenager (Williams) build a raft to sail across the Atlantic after his wife (Biel) is killed in a car accident

HBO’s programming president Michael Lombardo reluctantly confirmed there may be just two years of life left in the show, but insisted nothing was set in stone.

'That’s my understanding from them right now, those have been the conversations we’ve had,' he said. 'Because where these narratives go, it feels like another two years to them.'

He added: 'As a television executive, as a fan, do I wish they said another six years? I do.'

All shows must die: On Thursday it was reported that Game Of Thrones - in which Williams plays Arya Stark - may have as little as two seasons left after the current one

Glamorous: The young brunette has certainly stepped up her style game

Elegant: She wore minimal accessories to set off the ensemble on Thursday

Stepping out: On arrival by a black car, she looked perfectly sophisticated

Red carpet queen: On the red carpet, she was the centre of attention

Elegant: She was comfortable in a low heel that heeled her navigate the red carpet with ease

Concentrated: She moved with her head down to concentrate on her walk

Not a hair out of place: Even in the breeze, the brunette was well-polished

Up close: At close range, the starlet was a vision, even with minimal make-up

Fairytale gown: She looked delighted with the fairytale, A-line gown

Game of Thrones Final Seasons May Be Shorter, Says Creators | Variety

Thursday, 27 August 2015

Taylor Swift and BFF Selena Gomez sport matching hotpants and thigh-high boots as they duet during final LA 1989 tour gig

Saving the best (friend) 'til last! Taylor Swift and BFF Selena Gomez sport matching hotpants and thigh-high boots as they duet during final LA 1989 tour gig

Justin Timberlake also joined pop princess on stage
Lisa Kudrow and Taylor performed Smelly Cat, the song composed by Lisa's character Phoebe in Friends
Marked the end of Taylor's five-night stint in LA during her spectacular 85-date world tour

By RACHEL MCGRATH FOR DAILYMAIL.COM

PUBLISHED: 07:06, 27 August 2015 | UPDATED: 17:58, 27 August 2015

Taylor Swift had one very special guest join her on stage at Staples Center for the fifth - and last - of her record-breaking sold out shows in Los Angeles on her 1989 World Tour.

Bestie Selena Gomez, 23, sent fans crazy when she appeared with Taylor, 25, in a spectacular performance that was a fitting conclusion to the phenomenally successful five night run.

The duo sang Selena's single Good For You that Taylor said back in June was her 'favorite thing she's ever done'.

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Wow factor: Taylor Swift brought BFF Selena Gomez on stage to perform a duet of the former High School Musical star's single Good For You

Girl power: The two best friends sent fans into a frenzy as they stepped out wearing matching black thigh-high boots

The besties wore sexy outfits for their duet and both had on thigh high black heeled boots.

Taylor wore a white cropped top that flashed some cleavage and a pair of white hot pants connected to her boots with suspenders.

Selena opted for a black romper with spaghetti straps and a plunging neckline.

Bringing sexy back: Taylor and Selena wore matching sexy outfits, the Shake It Off singer in white and the former Disney tweener in black as they sang and danced together

Close: In an interview this past Sunday, Selena had gushed about how Taylor 'is one of the greatest people' and how the singer had helped her get over her breakup with first love Nick Jonas

Also joining the Shake It Off star on stage was actress Lisa Kudrow.

In a surprise move, the Friends star sang her sitcom character Phoebe's composition Smelly Cat with Taylor, which almost brought the house down.

But The Fearless star wasn't done yet.

Next up was Justin Timberlake.

Rocking it: Taylor changed into a sequinned leotard with cut-out transparent panels for her duet with Justin Timberlake, who wore jeans, jacket and a fedora

Fans gone wild: Justin, who Taylor reminded her fans was her favorite artist, sang his song Mirrors with the Fearless songstress accompanying him

Let me take a selfie: Taylor and Justin larked around snapping selfies backstage

Quirky: In an offbeat twist, Friends star Lisa Kudrow brought along her guitar and she and Taylor performed Smelly Cat, the song composed by Lisa's character Phoebe on the long-running NBC comedy

Among the celebs in the audience for the final LA concert were Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon, Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio and Ruby Rose, who grabbed a photo backstage with the singing superstar.

Also there were Julianne Hough and Mario Lopez, with wife Courtney Mazza, who bumped into each other as they arrived separately.

Nina Dobrev tweeted a photo of herself with pals all glittered up and wearing fake tattoos as they excitedly made their way to Staples Center.

Taylor will resume the US leg of her tour in San Diego on Saturday, before a string of dates across the US in September and moving to Canada in October.

She will take her tour overseas to Singapore, Shanghai and Australia later this year, before wrapping it up on December 12 following a total of 85 gigs.

Backstage pass: Ruby Rose, second from left, and her 'squad,' pose backstage with Taylor before Wednesday's night's concert

Star guest: Dancer and television personality Julianne Hough showed up for Taylor's final concert wearing a black lacy cropped top with hip-hugging black jeans ripped at the knees and laced heels

Pins on parade: Vampire Diaries actress Nina Dobrev put on a leggy display in denim hotpants, which she teamed with a black vest, plaid shirt and chocolate brown leather boots

Fancy seeing you here: The newly engaged Julianne, 27, shared a laugh with the Extra TV host

Date night: Mario, 41, showed up with his wife of three years Courtney Mazza who, like Julianne, wore ripped jeans and strappy heels which she paired with a black top and black leather jacket

Girls night out: Nina Dobrev shared a photo on her Instagram showing her with actor Aaron Paul's wife Lauren, left, and Zelda Williams, the daughter of the late Robin Williams, all wearing glitter and temporary tattoos

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