Box Office 2012: 5 Hard Lessons


Despite a record-breaking take of $ 10.8 billion, Hollywood executives have lots of reasons to worry — from the fading power of stars to the end-of-year movie glut.

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Source: Hollywood Reporter

GossipCenter’s Top 12 in 2012: Kristen Stewart’s Red Carpet Looks

She’s undoubtedly one of the biggest actresses in the business and along with her on-screen talents, Kristen Stewart is becoming a prime time style icon.

In 2012, the 22-year-old starlet showed off her keen eye for fashion at everything from charity events, to awards shows and movie premieres.

GossipCenter rounded up 12 of the “Twilight” star’s best red carpet looks from the past year. Take a look below!

“On the Road” Los Angeles Screening: Stepping out to show off her highly anticipated Indie flick, Kristen brought the glam in a sheer black and satin jumpsuit.

Kids Choice Awards: The Favorite Movie Actress award-winner looked positively radiant in a lacy blue Stella McCartney number with matching heels.

“On The Road” screening at the 2012 AFI Fest: The actress looked lovely in black slacks with a white crop top for the swanky red carpet screening. Kristen also changed up her look by pulling her brown locks into a messy side-pony.

CinemaCon: While out promoting “Snow White and the Huntsman” with co-star Charlize Theron, Ms. Stewart rocked a perky black and white pleated skirt with a demure black elbow length sweater.

“Cosmopolis” Premiere at Cannes Film Festival: Kristen glammed it up in a flowing red dress with lace accents and a plunging neckline, no doubt stealing the show.

2012 MTV Movie Awards: The Best Kiss nominee chose a chic silver, purple and yellow GUiSHEM RTW dress and Louboutin Pigalle Pumps for her turn on the Gibson Ampitheatre red carpet.

“Today Show” Appearance: Out for some promotional duties, Ms. Stewart looked youthful, yet elegant in a knee length grey dress with a hint of green at the bust line.

“Snow White and the Huntsman” Sydney Premiere: KStew rocked a strapless green and white patterned Balmain dress for her films Down Under debut.

Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s Cecil B. Demille Awards: Stewart’s subdued, yet still classic silvery grey mini dress was perfect for handing out the big honor to recipient Jodie Foster.

“Breaking Dawn Part 2” Los Angeles Premiere: Kristen vamped it up for the cameras in a partially see through lacy beige floor length frock and bright red lips.

“Breaking Dawn Part 2” Berlin Premiere: Showing some leg, the brunette beauty looked statuesque in a floor length gold gown with a revealing high slit.

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Governors Ball: The 22-year old looked elegant in a black and lace Talbot Runhoff dress and Christian Louboutin heels.

Source: gossipcenter.com

The Kardashian-Jenner Clan Release Their 2012 Christmas Card

Getting into the holiday spirit, Kim Kardashian posted a picture of her family’s annual Christmas card on Monday (December 17).

The photo features the members of the Kardashian-Jenner clan all decked out in white while being surrounded by falling confetti.

Of the photo, the 32 year-old star wrote, “Here it is!! Our 2012 family Christmas card shot by the amazing Nick Saglimbeni! We had such a fun time shooting this! What do you think of the final pic??”

The reality family also kept Kim’s beloved and recently departed cat, Mercy, in the picture as a tribute. Although Mercy was lucky enough to make it in the photo, Khloe previously explained that getting the whole family together for a group shot can be difficult.

“I have to be Photoshopped in [this year],” KoKo told Ellen DeGeneres, adding, “We pretend that we’re always together, [but it's really] the power of cameras and Photoshop.”

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Kelly Clarkson’s Rockin’ Night at the 2012 VH1 Divas Concert

Stepping out for a night of good music, Kelly Clarkson was among the famous faces on hand for the 2012 VH1 Divas Concert on Sunday (December 16) in Los Angeles.

Fresh off of her big engagement announcement the previous evening, the glowing bride-to-be looked beautiful in a multi-colored frock as she joined alongside fellow performer Ciara prior to the Shrine Auditorium held music showcase.

Certain to be a lively spectacle, Ms. Clarkson is one of many talented musicians lined up to take the stage during the course of the event – as she’s joined by fellow ladies like Jordin Sparks, Miley Cyrus and Demi Lovato, among others

Hosted by Adam Lambert, the concert’s theme this time around pays tribute to late music legends Whitney Houston and Donna Summer.

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2012 VH1 Divas Concert Celebrates Whitney Houston & Donna Summer

Leading viewers through a star-studded night of energetic musical performances, Adam Lambert played host to Sunday’s (December 16) VH1 Divas 2012 concert showcase.

Held at Los Angeles’ Shrine Auditorium, the “American Idol” rocker helped get things going with a rendition of David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” while being followed up by fellow “Idol” alum Kelly Clarkson – as the newly engaged singer offered up an inspired delivery of her new ditty dubbed “Catch My Breath.”

With lovely ladies like Elisha Cuthbert, Kat Graham, Ellie Kemper, Amber Riley and Stacy Keibler all tapped as presenters, the special concert event was held in honor of recently departed divas Whitney Houston and Donna Summer.

Other fan favorite moments of the evening included Miley Cyrus’ provocative “Rebel Yell” performance, Demi Lovato belting out her hit single “Give Your Heart a Break,” Ciara’s take on Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean,” and a “Groove Is in the Heart” collaborative effort by Natasha Bedingfield, Iggy Azalea and Bootsy Collins.

Topping it all off were feature tributes to Whitney and Donna, as the multi-artist efforts covered the late singers’ hits like Miss Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” and the Summer classic “She Works Hard for the Money” before Pitbull drew this year’s rendition of VH1 Divas to a close with “Don’t Stop the Party.”

Source: gossipcenter.com

2012 VH1 Divas Concert Celebrates Whitney Houston & Donna Summer

Leading viewers through a star-studded night of energetic musical performances, Adam Lambert played host to Sunday night’s (December 16) VH1 Divas 2012 showcase.

Held at Los Angeles’ Shrine Auditorium, the “American Idol” rocker helped get things going with a rendition of David Bowie’s “Let’s Dance” while being followed up by fellow “Idol” alum and newly engaged singer Kelly Clarkson – who offered up an inspired delivery of her new song “Catch My Breath.”

With lovely ladies like Elisha Cuthbert, Kat Graham, Ellie Kemper, Amber Riley and Stacy Keibler all tapped as presenters, the special concert event was held in honor of recently departed divas Whitney Houston and Donna Summer.

Pitching in by taking their talents to the stage were other fan favorites including a provocative performance of “Rebel Yell” by Miley Cyrus and a ditty from Demi Lovato, who opted to treat the audience to her popular track titled “Give Your Heart a Break.”

Topping it all off were feature tributes to Whitney and Donna, as the multi-artist efforts covered the late singers’ hits like Miss Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” and the Summer classic “She Works Hard for the Money” before Pitbull drew this year’s rendition of VH1 Divas to a close with “Don’t Stop the Party.”

Source: gossipcenter.com