According to Forbes.com, where rich businessmen gather to discuss how good lying feels, Nicole Kidman was the most overpaid actress in Hollywood last year. On average, Kidman's films earned just one dollar for every dollar she was paid; The Invasion actually lost almost $3 for every dollar in Kidman's salary.
A reminder: a schoolteacher, police officer or AIDS researcher would probably find it difficult to get work if they failed so majorly so consistently.
After the jump, the rest of the top 10.
"We usually don't comment on stuff like this. But you should know sources are liars. If you guys want to do the right thing, you won't post that item. It's all BS." That was the response from Ben Affleck's camp when E! gossip Ted Casablanca ran past them rumors he was on the way to splitting with wife Jennifer Garner. The only reason we know? Because he posted the item. CONTINUED »
Our daily attempt to help you seem smart, even if you’re not.
scarify \SKAIR-uh-fye\ verb 1 : to make scratches or small cuts in (as the skin); 2 : to lacerate the feelings of; 3 : to cut or soften the wall of (a hard seed) to hasten germination
Last night we had a dream that we were arrested for smoking pot with Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, which scarifying to Violet Affleck in our subconscious and also a sign that we consume too much media, among other things.
[Photos]
It seems like every week there's another new trend in Hollywood, doesn't it? From Lindsay Lohan's side-boob to Nicole Richie's oversized sunglasses to Pete Wentz's still-to-catch-on "guyliner," you never know which styles are going to catch on and become "the next big thing." Fortunately, we're here to offer you our inexpert opinion on what's hot…and what's not.
And what's hot right now? Celebrity baby pictures. And not just any pictures, mind you. We're talking "frolicking in the water with my child while the overworked, underpaid nanny takes a two minute bathroom break" pictures.
• Sometimes, when Demi and Ashton are feeling really crazy, they sit down to play a three hour long game of Mexican dominoes. Ole!
• A tipsy Paula Abdul slurs out an explanation for yesterday's nose-breaking tumble
• Sharon Stone is the wine-guzzling, fake-titted mother you never had—or particularly wanted.
• Jennifer Garner continues to be outshined by her frightfully cute baby daughter.
• Meanwhile, Cameron Diaz discovers that everyone looks more attractive next to a giant, green ogre.
Okay, we admit it. We know it's pretty juvenile of us, but we're still thoroughly amused by this transcript from the Martha Stewart show.
On this very special episode of Martha, the special guest, Jennifer Garner, brings in her pooch for the occasion—who just happens to be named Martha Stewart, too!
So basically, you've got Jennifer Garner in the room with two Martha Stewarts, at least one of whom happens to be a bitch.
And the hilarity ensues….
Jennifer Garner: This is Martha Stewart Garner-Affleck … She's your namesake, so she can do anything.
Martha Stewart: Can you tell us about Martha Stewart's — the dog — new friend.
Jennifer Garner: Yep — we thought he was going to be a brother; his name is hutch. Instead, there's more of an amorous relationship.
Martha Stewart: Really??
Jennifer Garner: Yes, it turns out Martha can't get enough. Martha Stewart has a very healthy sex life.
Martha Stewart: For heaven sake! Look where they're living! They're living with sex symbols.
Jennifer Garner: Goodness gracious! Do you have to go there? We're making cupcakes!
• "Britney was drunk off her ass. She was completely trashed. She couldn't walk straight, she couldn't stand up straight. She was completely gone." Funny, as this describes only one evening in the life of America's pop queen.
• Michael Jackson returns to the U.S. to hit Las Vegas, home to a former molestation accuser and perhaps his latest attempt to earn an income.
• Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner baptize baby Violet, refuse to let thetans take over her mind.
• Britney Spears breaks things off with Paris Hilton, insists it's not personal.
CONTINUED »
• Blame Michael Knowles for starting those Beyonce v. Jennifer Hudson rumors.
• Perez Hilton gets the Salon treatment.
• Paris Hilton clean up, for anyone? Uh, no.
• Taryn Manning throws down at Social Hollywood.
• Resse Witherspoon and Jennifer Garner do lunch. Obviously sleeping together.
• Star Jones, always a face for radio, is headed there.
• Brangelina still talking about having more kids.
• Elisha Cuthbert, the next panty-less photo victim?
• Paris Hilton may not be heading into space, but some celebs are worthy of time travel.
• Since Ashlee Simpson made about 10 cents last year (hello, she's hosting Victoria Secret parties) she's selling her $6 million pad in Cali. [People]
• Dakota Fanning's mom is OK with her being raped in a movie. As long as it lands her an Oscar. [Lowdown]
• Poor Lindsay Lohan. Her BlackBerry was stolen, and Leslie Sloan Zelnik thinks Paris Hilton might be behind it. Eliot Mintz was last seen polishing his .22. [Page Six]
• Tori Spelling will never, ever be poor. And she will always, always have friends because of it. [Us]
• Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are taking their cutest baby ever and moving to Boston. (Note to Leah Remini: this is "normal.") [Socialite's Life]
• The National Enquirer was forced to pay up. Again. This time to Kate Hudson, who is not dangerously thin, but just 2 ounces over the anorexia quota. [AP]
Ben Affleck proves that he's a really great dad by cheating on his wife for diaper money. After realizing he had no dough left for Violet's Pampers (probably blew that week's baby money on poker and booze) he decides to pimp himself out for cash:
He reportedly picked up some nappies and told shoppers: "I've got to get these or my wife will kill me."
According to onlookers, the 33-year-old refused to sell his Boston Red Sox baseball cap in return for some money - but settled on smooching a fan, who then offered to pay for the baby items.
Even though it's a Red Sox cap, we probably would've preferred that to a sloppy seconds make-out sesh.
Ben Affleck's nappy kiss [Female First]
Can you beleive it? Only one of them is wearing a fat suit.
Now that's quality programming that can make you feel good about yourself.
First we bring you Jennifer Aniston's supposed topless sunbathing photos and now a tipster sends in what's purported to be the first shot of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner's new daughter, Violet Ann.
No, we don't have any confirmation that it's actually the correct baby, but she looks white — and in this medium, that's about all the confirmation we need.
(Click for larger version)
It's rumored to have been taken by a hospital employee who, not content with working another eight years to pay off med school loans, promptly sold it.
Meanwhile, some smarty already bought the domain VioletAnnAffleck.com. We just hope it's not Peter Brandt.
VioletAnnAffleck.com
Earlier: BREAKING: Jennifer Garner pops
We've got it on good authority (read: the E! channel, via Us Weekly) that Jennifer Garner just gave birth to Ben Affleck's spawn. Starbucks is on standby with a non-fat mocha IV.
Back in June, aspiring New York blogger Cityrag uncovered one of Hollywood's darkest secrets: celebrities love their Starbucks. From Britney/K-Fed and Nick/Jessica to Nicole Richie/DJ AM and Mary-Kate/Ashley, the frappacinos were in high season.
But nobody loves their venti non-fat no whip lattes with a shot of sugarfree vanilla like Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Normally we'd suggest the mom-to-be lay off the caffeinated beverages but, well, she can't. Rumor has it she's under contract to keep the cups coming.
In an item we finally enjoyed reading in his column, Lloyd Grove uncovers what's estimated to be a seven-figure endorsement deal between Bennifer 2.0 and the coffee giant. For the Hollywooders to get their cash, they need only flash a grande pumpkin spice in front of eager paparazzi at every opportunity.
Suspiciously (or, you know, not), both Starbucks and Ben's supra-rep Ken Sunshine deny any such deal is in place. *$ might pay for product placement in movies, but no way do they pay individual stars to tout their goods. We're assuming that also goes for the willingly quoted obnoxious talking heads like Moby, Andy Roddick, Al Franken and Melissa Etheridge.
Any grounds to Ben/Jen java story? [Lowdown]
Related: Celebs love their Starbucks
• Fernando Ferrer is taking responsibility for a fib on his campaign site's blog, which claimed he went to public schools as a kid. In fact, he went to private Catholic schools. It took just a few moments for Bloomberg's camp (and both the NYP and NYDN) to latch on to the "mistake."
• Need a Christmas gift for that special someone? Elton John is available to play a private concert for you and 500 guests for the bargain price at $1.5 million, only at Neiman Marcus.
• Paris Hilton and perhaps ex-fiance Paris Latsis were seen spending some time together, but by all accounts it wasn't the "quality" type.
• Wisteria Lane may be getting more crowded. Courtney Cox is reportedly in negotiations to play a mental institution escapee in a future episode of Desperate Housewives.
• DMX may be joining Lil' Kim on a trip to the clink sometime soon. The rapper failed to show up for a court appearance yesterday for allegedly driving with a suspended license, claiming he had food poisoning. The Judge has given him till next Monday to show up.
• Now you can let a middleman deal with Star and Us Weekly as you try and sell your Paris Hilton camera phone snap.
• Jennifer Garner inadvertently spilled the sex of the littlest Affleck to Jay Leno last night. While telling Jay about her expanding size, Garner used the word "she" before rushing to cover her mouth in a classic "oops" moment. One thing we do know for sure: She's either having a boy or a girl.
• We wouldn't recommend using meth to get yourself out of a hostage situation, but only because we hear heroin works better.
Editorial Director
