Sunday, 2 June 2013
Ace Young Marries Diana DeGarmo
Surrounded by friends and family, American Idol finalists Ace Young and Diana DeGarmo were married Saturday evening at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard hotel in Los Angeles, PEOPLE confirms.
"Today was the best day of my life," Young, 32, tells PEOPLE. "Diana and I are in it forever. She's my best friend."
DeGarmo, 25, wore a form-fitting Sareh Nouri gown with pearls and rhinestones.
"It was the first dress she tried on," says Renée Strauss, the LA-based luxury bridal expert who organized the wedding. "She knew immediately that it was the perfect dress for her."
The dress was accessorized by a beaded belt, custom veil, and blue cowboy boots. "If you didn't know better, you'd think the dress and boots were made for each other," says Strauss. Adds DeGarmo: "Believe it or not, the boots totally worked!"
The wedding colors were purple and yellow. Young wore a custom-made box suit with a crest designed by Strauss: the couple's monogram with "Forever Young" emblazoned underneath.
"They wanted to put their personal touch on the wedding," says Strauss, who has also coordinated weddings for Heather Locklear and Valerie Bertinelli. "We all worked together to make sure every detail was special."
The ceremony began with six flower girls – all nieces of DeGarmo and Young – walking down the aisle with baskets of flower petals. Each basket had a different word on it, spelling out a message to the groom: "Hey Ace. Here Comes Your Bride."
A harpist played the Wedding March as DeGarmo walked down the aisle. The wedding was officiated by music writer Fred Bronson. After the couple exchanged vows that they wrote themselves, they walked back up the aisle to the strains of Led Zeppelin's "All of My Love."
The 250 guests included fellow Idol finalists Elliot Yamin, Michael Johns and Kevin Covais. Several of DeGarmo's costars from The Young and the Restless also attended, including Christian LeBlanc and Tracey Bregman.
After the ceremony, the guests headed to the reception. On the menu: filet mignon, chicken, salmon or pumpkin ravioli. There were two wedding cakes: a traditional vanilla, and a banana chocolate chip. The couple recorded an original song entitled "I Do" for their first dance.
"This was the best way to start the chapter of my life as Mrs. Young," DeGarmo tells PEOPLE. "I'm over the moon with joy and happiness about our wonderful wedding. I can't wait to spend my life with my husband!"
For more on the couple's nuptials, including exclusive photos of the ceremony and reception, pick up the upcoming issue of PEOPLE.
Lake Bell Marries Scott Campbell
Lake Bell and Scott Campbell were married Saturday evening at The Marigny Opera House in New Orleans, her rep confirms to PEOPLE exclusively.
The actress, 34, wore a custom-designed Marchesa Couture gown and was escorted down the aisle by her father, Harvey Siegel, at the non-denominational ceremony. Campbell wore Marc Jacobs.
Bell and Campbell, 36, a tattoo and fine artist, exchanged vows in front of 190 family and friends including Cameron Diaz, Eva Longoria, Kate Bosworth, Rob Corddry, Katie Aselton, Mark Duplass, Malcolm Gladwell, Lindsay Sloane, Erinn Hayes, Tig Notaro, Fred Melamed and Rob Huebel.
Additionally, Lance Armstrong, Alicia Silverstone, Jennifer Aniston and fiancé Justin Theroux – a close friend of the groom – were spotted in the city and expected to attend the wedding.
The couple met in 2011 on the set of Bell's HBO show How to Make It in America (Campbell played himself), and got engaged on her birthday in March 2012.
This is the first marriage for both Campbell and Bell, who wrote, directed and stars in the film In A World, due in theaters Aug. 9.
The actress, 34, wore a custom-designed Marchesa Couture gown and was escorted down the aisle by her father, Harvey Siegel, at the non-denominational ceremony. Campbell wore Marc Jacobs.
Bell and Campbell, 36, a tattoo and fine artist, exchanged vows in front of 190 family and friends including Cameron Diaz, Eva Longoria, Kate Bosworth, Rob Corddry, Katie Aselton, Mark Duplass, Malcolm Gladwell, Lindsay Sloane, Erinn Hayes, Tig Notaro, Fred Melamed and Rob Huebel.
Additionally, Lance Armstrong, Alicia Silverstone, Jennifer Aniston and fiancé Justin Theroux – a close friend of the groom – were spotted in the city and expected to attend the wedding.
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The couple met in 2011 on the set of Bell's HBO show How to Make It in America (Campbell played himself), and got engaged on her birthday in March 2012.
This is the first marriage for both Campbell and Bell, who wrote, directed and stars in the film In A World, due in theaters Aug. 9.
Sean Parker Marries Alexandra Lenas
Sean Parker has tied the knot with fiancéeAlexandra Lenas, his rep confirms to PEOPLE.
The couple "were married [Saturday] evening, celebrating with 300 family and friends in a romantic, magical setting," the rep tells PEOPLE.
Officiated by Rev. John A. Buehrens, the wedding took place at The Ventana Inn in Big Sur, Calif. Lenas wore a gown by Elie Saab, while Parker, 33, the couple's infant daughter Winter Victoria and the guests were dressed by Academy Award-winning costume designer Ngila Dickson.
Assisting with the nuptials were designer Ken Fulk, caterer Paula LeDuc and designer Preston Bailey, who did the flowers. Photographs were snapped by Mark Seliger.
Guests enjoyed cake from Perfect Endings as well as music by Loreena McKennitt and The Good The Bad and The Ginger.
The event was rumored to be one of Silicon Valley's most expensive weddings, reportedly costing $9 million.
Parker – who made billions from Napster and Facebook and was portrayed by Justin Timberlake in the film The Social Network – is said to have staged his nuptials on a spot resembling a Hollywood set, complete with fake waterfalls, bridges and ruins.
Speculation that those attending the ceremony would resemble medieval characters were put to rest before the gathering when Parker Tweeted: "Sorry to disappoint, but the wardrobe we’re giving guests is essentially modern. No swords or chain mail. ... This is not a 'theme' wedding."
Nevertheless, a team of landscapers and builders worked for weeks on the grounds of the Ventana Inn, creating backdrops including ponds, a gated cottage and a $600,000 stone gate. The couple's temporary dance floor reportedly cost $350,000 and the bill for flowers and plants is said to total $1 million.
Parker and the singer/songwriter Lenas have been engaged for two years.
The couple "were married [Saturday] evening, celebrating with 300 family and friends in a romantic, magical setting," the rep tells PEOPLE.
Officiated by Rev. John A. Buehrens, the wedding took place at The Ventana Inn in Big Sur, Calif. Lenas wore a gown by Elie Saab, while Parker, 33, the couple's infant daughter Winter Victoria and the guests were dressed by Academy Award-winning costume designer Ngila Dickson.
Assisting with the nuptials were designer Ken Fulk, caterer Paula LeDuc and designer Preston Bailey, who did the flowers. Photographs were snapped by Mark Seliger.
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Guests enjoyed cake from Perfect Endings as well as music by Loreena McKennitt and The Good The Bad and The Ginger.
The event was rumored to be one of Silicon Valley's most expensive weddings, reportedly costing $9 million.
Parker – who made billions from Napster and Facebook and was portrayed by Justin Timberlake in the film The Social Network – is said to have staged his nuptials on a spot resembling a Hollywood set, complete with fake waterfalls, bridges and ruins.
Speculation that those attending the ceremony would resemble medieval characters were put to rest before the gathering when Parker Tweeted: "Sorry to disappoint, but the wardrobe we’re giving guests is essentially modern. No swords or chain mail. ... This is not a 'theme' wedding."
Nevertheless, a team of landscapers and builders worked for weeks on the grounds of the Ventana Inn, creating backdrops including ponds, a gated cottage and a $600,000 stone gate. The couple's temporary dance floor reportedly cost $350,000 and the bill for flowers and plants is said to total $1 million.
Parker and the singer/songwriter Lenas have been engaged for two years.
Dan Harmon Confirms Return to Community
Dan Harmon is officially returning toCommunity.
The show's creator confirmed the news via Twitter Saturday after a follower asked him to "give a straight answer" regarding whether or not he would be coming back to the NBC comedy for season five.
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"Yes yes yes! I'm back I'm back I'm back. You can thank @joelmchale," Harmon tweeted Saturday.
Harmon's Twitter confirmation comes just a few days after he revealed he was extended an invitation to return to Community, but didn't confirm at the time whether he would accept it.
Happy Endings writers David Guarascioand Moses Port replaced the showrunner during the show's fourth season, afterHarmon was fired by Sony a little over a year ago.
Matt Smith Leaving 'Doctor Who'
Matt Smith is leaving the "Doctor Who" universe after four years.
BBC and BBC America announced the exit on Saturday. In 2010, the 30-year-old actor was the 11th person to assume the iconic role. He willl be appearing in November's much-anticipated 50th anniversary episode and officially leaving the role (or "regenerating" as the series calls the handoff to a new Doctor) during the annual Christmas special.
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Read Smith's statement on his departure below:
'"Doctor Who' has been the most brilliant experience for me as an actor and a bloke, and that largely is down to the cast, crew and fans of the show. I'm incredibly grateful to all the cast and crew who work tirelessly every day, to realize all the elements of the show and deliver 'Doctor Who' to the audience. Many of them have become good friends and I'm incredibly proud of what we have achieved over the last four years."
Having Steven Moffat as showrunner write such varied, funny, mind-bending and brilliant scripts has been one of the greatest and most rewarding challenges of my career. It's been a privilege and a treat to work with Steven, he's a good friend and will continue to shape a brilliant world for the Doctor.
The fans of 'Doctor Who' around the world are unlike any other; they dress up, shout louder, know more about the history of the show (and speculate more about the future of the show) in a way that I've never seen before, your dedication is truly remarkable. Thank you so very much for supporting my incarnation of the Time Lord, number Eleven, who I might add is not done yet, I'm back for the 50th anniversary and the Christmas special!
It's been an honor to play this part, to follow the legacy of brilliant actors, and helm the TARDIS for a spell with 'the ginger, the nose and the impossible one'. But when ya gotta go, ya gotta go and Trenzalore calls. Thank you guys. Matt."
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Smith has been heralded as one the most popular Doctors of the franchise. He was the first to be nominated for a BAFTA for the role. He also won the Most Popular Male Drama Performance at Britain's National Television Awards last year.
Showrunner Steven Moffat released the following statement on Smith's departure:
"Every day, on every episode, in every set of rushes, Matt Smith surprised me: the way he'd turn a line, or spin on his heels, or make something funny, or out of nowhere make me cry, I just never knew what was coming next. The Doctor can be clown and hero, often at the same time, and Matt rose to both challenges magnificently. And even better than that, given the pressures of this extraordinary show, he is one of the nicest and hardest-working people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Whatever we threw at him - sometimes literally - his behavior was always worthy of the Doctor.
But great actors always know when it's time for the curtain call, so this Christmas prepare for your hearts to break, as we say goodbye to number Eleven. Thank you Matt - bow ties were never cooler.
Of course, this isn't the end of the story, because now the search begins. Somewhere out there right now - all unknowing, just going about their business - is someone who's about to become the Doctor. A life is going to change, and Doctor Who will be born all over again! After 50 years, that's still so exciting!"
Under Moffat's watch, Smith, the youngest actor to play the character, starred alongside three different companions: Amy Pond (Karen Gillan), Rory Williams (Arthur Darvill) and this past season's Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman).
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The series, which is produced by BBC Cymru Wales production for BBC ONE, also delved much deeper into the personal life of the longtime hero by developing (spoilers!) his relationship to his wife (also, Amy and Rory's daughter), River Song, played by "ER's" Alex Kingston.
Box office update: 'After Earth' trumped by 'Now You See Me' as 'Fast & Furious' wins Friday (again)
Will and Jaden Smith may want to pick up some new Cartier before they take a look at this week’s box office numbers. It might help to ease the pain.
The father/son duo’s new M. Night Shyamalan-directed adventure After Earth only earned $9.8 million on its opening Friday (technically, that number includes Thursday night shows as well), which puts it on pace for a weekend of just $27 million — a tough result considering the poorly reviewed Sony effort cost $130 million and carried Will Smith-sized expectations.
Moreover, After Earth was overshadowed by Summit’s magician thriller Now You See Me, which worked up some box office magic on Friday, pulling an impressive $10.1 million out of its hat. Now You See Me will also end the weekend with about $27 million, which sounds a whole lot healthier given its $80 million budget.
Of course, neither of the newcomers were able to topple Fast & Furious 6 from the top of the chart. The explosive hit scored $10.5 million on its second Friday and should finish the weekend in first place with about $35 million and $170 million total.
Jean Stapleton Dies at 90
Jean Stapleton, the versatile actress who will forever be remembered for her long-running role as the dim-witted but deep-hearted Edith Bunker on the groundbreaking 1970s sitcom All in the Family, died Friday at her home in New York City, her family confirms.
Stapleton, who was 90, succumbed to natural causes.
Having already established a career during the 1950s and early '60s for playing nosy neighbor roles in such Broadway smashes as Damn Yankees, Funny Girl and Bells Are Ringing, in which she played the owner of the titular answering service, Stapleton entered the TV pantheon with her high-pitched comic voice (which was a gross exaggeration of her own), perfect timing (especially when Edith would be slow to catch on to something) and unrelenting love for her husband Archie Bunker (even while overlooking his bigotry, which she never shared).
"The civil rights issue went right through our series ... That was marvelous stuff," Stapleton, touching upon All in the Family's timeliness, said a few years ago in an interview with the Archive of American Television. "There's nothing like humor to burst what seems to be an enormous problem. Humor reduces it to nothing and wipes it out. That's what humor does. That was a great part of that show in terms of every issue."
With her highly quotable malapropisms – Edith thought VD stood for Veterans' Day – and dogged devotion to the impossible Archie, Edith Bunker was not only hilariously funny, but compassionate and deeply affecting – facing such (for primetime TV) breakthrough issues of her day as breast cancer, menopause and sexual assault.
Winning three Emmys for the role, Stapleton played Edith to Carroll O'Conner's Archie from 1971-79, then asked to be written out of the show as the series continued under slightly different formats.
Instinctive as Edith may have been, she was nothing like the well-educated, well-spoken Stapleton, who was born Jeanne Murray in New York City, the daughter of outdoor advertising salesman Joseph E. Murray and concert singer Marie Stapleton Murray.
While attending Hunter College she made her acting debut in summer stock at age 18 before graduating to Off Broadway and Broadway (she repeated her stage roles in the movie adaptations of Damn Yankees and Bells Are Ringing) and eventually parts on early TV dramas and comedy shows.
It was also during the stage run of Bells Are Ringing, in 1957, that Stapleton met and married William Putch, a concert promoter who also ran the 453-seat Totem Pole Playhouse summer stock theater in Pennsylvania – where, for the next quarter century, even at the height of her TV stardom, Stapleton would appear.
Stapleton, who was 90, succumbed to natural causes.
Having already established a career during the 1950s and early '60s for playing nosy neighbor roles in such Broadway smashes as Damn Yankees, Funny Girl and Bells Are Ringing, in which she played the owner of the titular answering service, Stapleton entered the TV pantheon with her high-pitched comic voice (which was a gross exaggeration of her own), perfect timing (especially when Edith would be slow to catch on to something) and unrelenting love for her husband Archie Bunker (even while overlooking his bigotry, which she never shared).
"The civil rights issue went right through our series ... That was marvelous stuff," Stapleton, touching upon All in the Family's timeliness, said a few years ago in an interview with the Archive of American Television. "There's nothing like humor to burst what seems to be an enormous problem. Humor reduces it to nothing and wipes it out. That's what humor does. That was a great part of that show in terms of every issue."
With her highly quotable malapropisms – Edith thought VD stood for Veterans' Day – and dogged devotion to the impossible Archie, Edith Bunker was not only hilariously funny, but compassionate and deeply affecting – facing such (for primetime TV) breakthrough issues of her day as breast cancer, menopause and sexual assault.
Winning three Emmys for the role, Stapleton played Edith to Carroll O'Conner's Archie from 1971-79, then asked to be written out of the show as the series continued under slightly different formats.
Instinctive as Edith may have been, she was nothing like the well-educated, well-spoken Stapleton, who was born Jeanne Murray in New York City, the daughter of outdoor advertising salesman Joseph E. Murray and concert singer Marie Stapleton Murray.
While attending Hunter College she made her acting debut in summer stock at age 18 before graduating to Off Broadway and Broadway (she repeated her stage roles in the movie adaptations of Damn Yankees and Bells Are Ringing) and eventually parts on early TV dramas and comedy shows.
It was also during the stage run of Bells Are Ringing, in 1957, that Stapleton met and married William Putch, a concert promoter who also ran the 453-seat Totem Pole Playhouse summer stock theater in Pennsylvania – where, for the next quarter century, even at the height of her TV stardom, Stapleton would appear.
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