the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City.

A man covered in fake blood carries an axe as he participates in the annaul Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009.


NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Participants wait for the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately 2 million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country.



Costumed in plastic, Alexis Clarino, of the Brooklyn borough of New York, right, waits with others for the start of the Village Halloween Parade Saturday Oct. 31, 2009 in New York.



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: A participant dressed as Michael Jackson dances before the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately 2 million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country.



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Participants prepare to take part in the annual Village Halloween Parade on October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately two million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country.



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Participants wait for the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately 2 million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country.



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Participants wait for the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately two million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Participants wait for the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately two million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country



A dance group performs Michael Jackson's Thriller video in the Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009.



People take part in the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009



A woman dressed as Nadya Suleman nicknamed "Octomom" takes part in the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009. Suleman recently gave birth to eight babies.



A woman wears a costume depicting a waitress serving breakfast and coffee at the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009.



A stilt walker wears a bird-like costume in the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009.



NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: A performer on stilts waits for the start of the annual Village Halloween Parade October 31, 2009 in New York City. Approximately two million visitors attend the event each year, making it the largest Halloween celebration in the country.



A man carries a blue ribbon as he participates in the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009.



A group dressed as zombies dance as the make their way up Sixth Avenue during the Village Halloween Parade Saturday Oct. 31, 2009 in New York.



Costumed spectators Victoria Ochoa, second from right, and Melissa Valencia, right, stand with others as they watch the Village Halloween Parade make it's way up New York's Sixth Avenue Saturday Oct. 31, 2009.



Dressed as ghostly dancers, Natasha Wozniak, right, helps Michele Wang with her makeup as they wait for the start of the Village Halloween Parade Saturday Oct. 31, 2009 in New York.



A stilt walker wears a bird-like costume in the annual Halloween parade in Greenwich Village in New York October 31, 2009


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This Is It makes $20m in one day

THE Michael Jackson concert documentary This Is It earned $20.1m at worldwide box offices in its first day, the studio that made the film has said.
The movie, which is based on rehearsal footage for the star’s ill-fated comeback shows, was premiered around the world on Tuesday.

Steve Elzer from Sony Pictures said the movie is a “reaffirmation of the global appeal of Michael Jackson”. The film made $7.4m in the US and $2m in the UK.
“The studio believes that the worldwide launch, with very strong performance across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia, represents an amazing beginning for the film,” Mr Elzer said in a statement. He has also revealed that the studio will submit the movie to the Academy Awards for consideration this year in the best picture category.
To be a contender for Oscar shortlisting, the film must complete a seven-day run in Los Angeles County and film-makers would need to “submit the proper paperwork,” Academy spokeswoman Leslie Unger said. Director Kenny Ortega said the late star “deserves” to win an Oscar.
Jackson’s brothers attended the film’s screening in LA on Tuesday and simultaneous premieres were held in 18 other cities around the world. The movie was then released to cinemas on Wednesday for a two-week run only.
However, Sony has said the movie will be extended beyond its planned stint if ticket demand is high.
The movie, which runs to nearly two hours, features Jackson singing and dancing to his biggest hits, including Beat It, Black or White and Man in the Mirror. – BBC Jackson, who died on 25 June aged 50, had spent the previous four months rehearsing in LA for the record 50 concerts which were to be held in London.
More than 800,000 tickets had been sold for the concerts, with organisers promising one of the “most expensive and technically advanced” live shows ever. He was just two weeks away from the opening night at the time of his death. By the weekend, it will be shown in 110 countries. – BBC

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 28:Crowds starting to gather at the Australian Premiere of Michael Jackson's 'This Is It' at the Event Cinemas on October 28, 2009 in Sydney, Australia

People leave on October 28, 2009, the Grand Rex movie theatre in Paris after attending the screening for the documentary film 'This Is It,' culled from more than 100 hours of footage taken from rehearsals for Michael Jackson's comeback. Yesterday, four months after Jackson's death, red carpets were rolled out for worldwide premieres 18 simultaneous screenings on five continents for King of Pop posthumous thriller.


source: Nation.com
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Kris Allen's 'Live Like We're Dying' Video Due Next Week

Kris Allen has confirmed that he will make public the music video supporting his single 'Live Like We're Dying' Friday, November 6.

Kris Allen has revealed when an accompanying music video for his single "Live Like We're Dying" will come out. "Hey everyone the video for live like were dying is gonna be out nov 6! Watch it!" he wrote on Twitter.

"Live Like We're Dying" is the lead single off Kris' self-titled album "Kris Allen" and has been played on radios since September 21. It is a cover version of The Script's 2008 song which didn't make it to the band's debut album "The Script" but appeared in a b-side of their mini album "We Cry".

The album is slated for November 17 U.S. release. Snippets of its thirteen tracks have been made available for stream on Amazon Germany earlier this week. Four of them have been showcased live at Dolphin's Tailgate Stage Sunday, October 25. Most recently, a footage showing the album's photo shoot has been found.

Kris Allen will perform at New York City's Z100 Christmas Ball on December 11. He will be joined by David Archuleta, Jordin Sparks, Taylor Swift, John Mayer, Justin Bieber, The Fray, Boys Like Girls, Pitbull, Owl City and Jay Sean.

Album photo shoot:

Preview of 'Smallville' 9.07: Jor-El in Person

In 'Kandor', Clark gets physical with Tess when he finds out that she and Zod had collaborated on kidnapping his father.

The episode of "Smallville" where Jor-El finally appears in person will be airing next week. Portrayed by Julian Sands, the father of Kal-El arrives at the Kent farm in search of his son but meets Chloe instead. Clark realizes Jor-El is alive and on Earth and races to find him before Zod does.

Convinced the Blur is Jor-El, Zod enlists Tess' help in finding him to force him to reveal the secret to his powers. On the preview, Clark is seen confronting Tess to the point that he holds her up in the air by the neck. Titled "Kandor", the episode is airing on November 6.

Jor-El was previously only featured as voice. Actor Terence Stamp had been providing voice for the character since 2003 and was last heard in this season's episode called "Echo".

Lady GaGa Plans to Dress Down on Halloween

"I'm just going to go as myself and no one will notice it's me and I'll just get really drunk with all my friends," so says the singer.

Widely recognized for her unique fashion sense, Lady GaGa nevertheless plans to dress down on Halloween. "I'm hoping I can just not dress up and go out unnoticed," she told Billy Bush in an interview for "The Billy Bush Show".

"I'm just going to go as myself and no one will notice it's me and I'll just get really drunk with all my friends," she revealed, adding no further information about her plans for the holiday. Above all, she stated, "I'm excited for this year because I found out that some people will be dressing like me."

In related news, it has been reported that Lady GaGa's bizarre fashion choice has earned her the Stylemaker Award. She will receive the prize at the 13th Annual Accessories Council Excellence Awards on Monday, November 2 from the hand of fashion designer Marc Jacobs. The event is slated to be held at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.

Often spotted wearing outrageous outfits while performing on-stage and at several star-studded events, GaGa brings the style to her daily life. She always pairs her dresses with unique accessories even for just casual outings.


source: aceshowbiz.com

Miley Cyrus Approves of Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner

Miley says she doesn't know if the two Taylors are dating, but is happy for them if they really are a couple.

Though having no idea if her best friend Taylor Swift is really dating Taylor Lautner just like what rumors on the street say, Miley Cyrus is wishing them the best should they are a couple. "The Taylors? Oh, I don't know. I'm not into the drama. I have no idea," she told Chicago's B96 morning show during a tour stop earlier this week. "I mean, if he's happy and if she's happy, sounds good to me."

Miley went on revealing, "I've known Taylor [Lautner] since I was really young." She continued, "When he did '[The Adventures of] Sharkboy and Lavagirl,' it was between me and somebody else, and then I ended up doing 'Hannah Montana', so I've known him for, like, a really long time."

Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner have become the subjects of dating speculation ever since they are billed to star as lovers in next year's flick "Valentine's Day". Not bothering to confirm or deny that they are embarking a real-life romance, they keep adding fuel to the mounting dating talks with their close bond. They, moreover, are often photographed together.


source: aceshowbiz.com

Miley Cyrus Describes Her 'Sex and the City 2' Shooting Experience

While the 'Hannah Montana' star talks about how it is making a cameo in the 'Sex and the City' sequel, Bette Midler sets record straight on her cameo speculation.

Miley Cyrus has shot her cameo part for "Sex and the City 2" in mid-November, and she has taken it to KIIS-FM morning radio show to share her shooting experience. On Friday, October 30, the star of "Hannah Montana" told Ryan Seacrest, "It was like the best job I'd ever been on. It was a total dream come true."

The daughter of country crooner Billy Ray Cyrus continued on praising some of the stars of the romantic comedy. "It was so cool. Working with Kim [Cattrall] was a really cool," the 16-year-old actress/singer shared. "And Sarah Jessica Parker was like the nicest person in the world."

Miley also talked about the filming process for her part that lasted less than two hours. "I didn't end up shooting until 11 p.m.," she said. "It was awesome - I got a free trip to New York. I hung out in New York all day and then I got to go to the set. I literally shot for an hour-and-a-half, and it was done."

Miley Cyrus was captured on camera shooting her cameo part at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City on October 16. She was seen in a red carpet scene with Kim Cattrall, wearing matching metallic dresses and knee-length boots. The only difference spotted from the two's outfits is the neck accessory they were donning.

On another news related to the "Sex and the City" sequel, E! Online reported that contrary to words on the street, Bette Midler will not be seen having a cameo in the movie. Setting the story straight was the comedienne herself. "My daughter was a PA on the movie," she explained on why she was spotted on the film's set with SJP. "It was a big thrill for her. She had a great time. She loves the business."

"Sex and the City 2" has all four leading ladies of the original series, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis reprising their role as Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte respectively. Chris Noth also returns as Big, and writer/director/producer Michael Patrick King is back to his post. Principal photography was kicked off in New York in September. This sequel is set for U.S. release on May 28, 2010.

source: aceshowbiz.com