Friday, March 30, 2012

Michelle Duggar Talks Overpopulation


With her kind face and animated voice, it’s no surprise that Michelle Duggar can answer any question thrown at her with some degree of grace.
When she was quizzed on the Christian Broadcasting Network as to whether she had ever considered the effect of the carbon footprints of 19 children, the 44-year-old reality star barely batted an eyelid, although she did let out an ‘Oh wow’.
She said: ‘Well, first off, the idea of overpopulation is not accurate because really the entire population of the world, if they were stretched shoulder to shoulder, could fit within the city limits of Jacksonville.

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Brushing it off: Michelle Duggar was quizzed on the Christian Broadcasting Network as to her family's impact on the Earth

‘So if you realise that you know that we’re not anywhere near being overpopulated.’
But despite claiming that the notion of overpopulation is a lie, the deeply religious 19 Kids And Counting star admitted that she and her large family make sure to do their bit for the Earth.
She said: ‘What our family does is that our motto is we buy used and we save the difference. We go to the thrift store. We buy used cars'.

'Not accurate': Michelle explained that overpopulation does not really exist
'Not accurate': Michelle explained that overpopulation does not really exist

Resourceful: Michelle said she and her family do their bit for the planet


We buy the things that most people would not be using. We are teaching our children to be helpers, servicers, givers instead of takers.’
She then went on to explain why she thinks bringing so many children into the world is a positive thing, referencing the late Mother Teresa as she did so.
Michelle said: ‘I’ve heard someone say too many kids, I agree with Mother Teresa – to say there are too many children is saying there are too many flowers.’

Gracious: Michelle didn't mind being asked the controversial question during the interview

Brood: Michelle, her husband Jim Bob and their 19 children star in 19 Kids And Counting


She added: ‘Our world needs more joy and more purpose and the next generation to be encouraged by those that are going to make a difference for good in the world.’
And she explained that her large family lives simply, telling the interviewer: ‘You need to focus on living people and trying to reach out and make a difference in the world.’
The ninth season of the TLC reality show ended this week, and the finale episode saw Michelle having to tell her 19 children she had recently suffered a miscarriage.


Orlando Bloom & Baby Flynn


The 35-year-old actor was seen taking his son along with him to a dance class in West Hollywood today. 

Daddy and me: Orlando Bloom took his son Flynn with him to dance class in Los Angeles today

The doting father was seen exiting the studio cuddling his one-year-old.
Showing off his biceps in a sleeveless vest, Orlando beamed as he spent time with his pride and joy 
What type of dance class Orlando is taking is unclear, but the actor is known to be quite the twinkle toes.

Cute: The doting father was seen exiting the studio cuddling his one-year-old son
Cute: The doting father was seen exiting the studio cuddling his one-year-old son

The handsome actor has often been seen taking his wife Miranda for a spin around the dance floor at numerous events. Following the class, dutiful dad Orlando carefully strapped Flynn into the back of his Audi.
Earlier in the day, Orlando was also seen fixing his Ducati motorcycle at the Chateau Marmont Hotel.

Kisses: Orlando showered his pride and joy with kisses


Meanwhile Miranda was across town today, hard at work for Victoria's Secret.
The Australian model kept her curves hidden beneath a pretty crocheted dress as she posed by a pool.
Her bright pink bikini could be seen underneath but she didn't take off the tunic to reveal it, even though she's never been shy about revealing her enviable figure before.

Hands on dad: Orlando carefully strapped Flynn into the baby capsule

As it turned out, it was rather cool in Beverly Hills this morning which is why Miranda was feeling the chill in her bikini.
She was joined on the shoot at the Thompson Hotel by fellow Victoria's Secret model Candice Swanepoel, who also kept herself covered up in a pretty cream crocheted top, a hint of her bright green bikini showing beneath.
They were launching the 2012 SWIM collection features the launch of The Gorgeous Swim Collection inspired by the best selling Gorgeous bra.

Easy rider: Orlando was also seen fixing his motorcycle at Chateau Marmont today


The collection includes embellishments, prints, bright colors and neons, and mix and match which allows customers to switch tops and bottoms to create their perfect style.
Miranda and Flynn, jetted into Los Angeles from New York for the shoot this morning and were met by Orlando.
According to reports, the couple are planning a big party at their home this weekend for friends and family.
They will be hosting a candlelit dinner while they observe this year's Earth Hour, which takes place March 31 at 8:30 p.m.
Bikini queen: Meanwhile Miranda was across town today, hard at work for Victoria's Secret

Robbie William's Wife is Pregnant



Robbie Williams has announced that he is to become a father for the first time.
In a typically comical announcement posted today on his website, the singer, 38, revealed that his wife Ayda Field, 32, is pregnant.
He wrote: 'Hey friendlies, I've been keeping a secret from you all. Me and Ayda are going to be a Mummy and Daddy this year!!!!!!!!
He added: 'We had sex! It works!
'We've seen scans and cried... looked at babies in commercials and teared up... the nursery is already planned.
'Basically I'm in love with a little person growing in mummy's belly... and can't wait to be a daddy. Crying now.
'Much love, much joy. Roberto, Mum and Little Bump. xxx'

The exciting news caused such a large number of fans flock to see Williams' announcement that the site temporarily crashed. Robbie and Ayda married at their Los Angeles home in August 2010, after a four-year relationship.
The couple played coy with the media over the status of their relationship, with Robbie often confusing reporters by referring to Field as his 'wife' in interviews. 

The Angels singer even proposed to his girlfriend live on an Australian radio program. The stunt was laughed off a joke by Williams' spokesperson, but the pair married just seven months later.
Ayda said shortly after their wedding that she couldn't wait to have kids, but, according to the Daily Mirror at the time, jokingly added: 'I hope they are not minging.
'Some people at my school had the ugliest parents, and they came out pretty. I hope ours gets all the best bits, but it’s pot luck who gets the minging ones. Hmmm, I’ll love them any way, I guess.'

    Meanwhile Robbie has previously said that he would be happy to raise his children in the US, but that their American accents would take some getting used to.  Back in 2009 he told the Sun: 'I am English through and through, but I can put up with American accents with our kids when they come. It’ll be something I get my head round.' 
    The couple lead a very quiet life in Los Angeles and are rarely seen in public, preferring to stay home with their dogs.

    Announcement: Robbie, 38, revealed the happy news on his website on Friday, and admitted to becoming emotional even seeing babies in television adverts

    And according to recent reports, they could be looking for a new abode for their growing family.
    The couple are understood to have inspected a sprawling 17,200 square-foot estate in Bel Air worth £15million last week.
    The grand mansion also happens to be the house in which Michael Jackson died.
    It appears that the Take That men have been busy, with Robbie's former bandmate Gary Barlow announcing just last month that his wife Dawn is also pregnant.
    Williams is currently working on new solo material, which he has promised will be like nothing he's done before. He wrote on his blog in December: 'Within months I'm about to embark on the busiest period of my career to date and I can't wait to get it started.

    Growing family: The couple married in August 2010 at their LA home
    Growing family: The couple married in August 2010 at their LA home


    'Everything seems new. I've taken the idea of friendly gigs a bit further, but you'll have to wait a bit to find out, sorry.
    'RE new album: I think a while ago I said the new album sounds like Escapology. I'll have to revise that. The new album sounds like none of the old ones.
    'But I have been listening to what you want from me. You want guitar/ piano/ heart on my sleeve stuff. OK, you got it. I made the last couple of albums for me and had a great time doing it, but my raison d'etre (world domination) was missing... It's back.'

    Kimberly Stewart & Baby Delilah


     Kimberly Stewart  was spotted out in Bel Air with her eight month old daughter Delilah.

    Denim dude! Kimberly Stewart stepped out with her daughter Delilah- who was wearing a rather funky jacket- in Bel Air yesterday

    The tot looked incredibly sweet nonetheless. She wore a purple t-shirt, with black leggings completing the cosy outfit.
     Kimberly was summery in a scoop-necked white t-shirt and a light cream waist coat.
    She showed off her slender legs with skin-tight black trousers and leather boots.
    The actress and model wore minimal make-up, but kept most of her face covered with black sunglasses.

    Room to grow? The tot's jacket, which had the sleeves rolled up, looked a little big


    The pair popped into Starbucks so Kimberly could grab an iced coffee.
    Delilah's father is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas actor Benicio del Toro, 45.
    Delilah was born in August, and although Kimberly and Benicio are no longer together, she says he is a very hands-on father. She revealed to Hello! magazine last year that he was at her bedside while she gave birth.

    Prefers the fitted look: Kimberly showed off her slender legs in skin-tight black jeans

    She said: 'The whole family, including Benicio, was at the hospital and my mom and Benicio were in the delivery room with me.
    'Benicio's very involved; he and Delilah have a very special bond.
    Kimberly admitted she had named her daughter after Tom Jones's 1968 song Delilah.
    She added: 'She definitely looks like her dad, but she has my legs and eye color.'


    Selma Blair On Breastfeeding Baby Arthur


    Little man: Selma with her eight-month-old son Arthur Saint earlier this month
     Selma Blair insists she will never apologise for feeding her son Arthur in the public eye, nor should she. 
    The 39-year-old actress believes that if her eight-month-old baby is hungry, there is nothing more important to her than feeding him - regardless of where she is at the time.
    She said: 'The only time he cries is if he’s hungry. We all have nipples. I don’t care who I offend; my baby wants to eat. If I can’t get a cover over me quick enough, so be it.'

    Selma also revealed that she is 'really obsessed' with her little boy, her first child with partner Jason Bleick.
    She told PEOPLE.com: 'I never want to leave his side. I’m one of those hovering mothers and I know it’s really important to have an independent child, so I’m trying to back off, but it’s hard.I love him so much, and he’s so funny and cute to me.'
    It was recently reported that Beyoncé was seen breastfeeding her daughter Blue Ivy in public at Saint Ambroeus cafe and espresso bar in the West Village, New York.

    Salma Hayek, Miranda Kerr, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Gwen Stefani are other celebrities who have all been spotted breastfeeding in public.

    However, The Real Housewives of New York City star Bethenny Frankel previously said she was against breastfeeding anywhere other than a private area. 'I think you should find a corner, or there is always a back room, I just think it makes other people uncomfortable. Definitely breastfeed and do things your own way, but in that one way, I would keep it a little bit private. Whipping out your boob at the dinner table is a good diet tip for everyone else.'

    Advocate: Miranda Kerr posted a shot of herself breastfeeding son Flynn shortly after his birth in January 2011
    Miranda Kerr posted a shot of herself breastfeeding son Flynn shortly after his birth in January 2011

    In 2010, Kim Kardashian caused controversy when she wrote on her Twitter page that she was put off her meal by a woman breastfeeding next to her. She tweeted: 'EWW Im at lunch,the woman at the table next 2 me is breast feeding her baby w no coverup then puts baby on the table and changes her diaper.'  Kim later attempted to backtrack over the comment, adding: 'Misunderstood tweet-The woman had her boobs out at restraunt yest feeding then laid her on table and changed her w the food there.Unsanitary.' She later added: 'My sister breast feeds! Its a natural beautiful thing, there’s nothing wrong w it, but she covers herself, not w her boobs exposed.' 

    Kim is an idiot, so I'm not surprised that she's offended. Quite frankly, I'm offended by Kim's boobs being thrust in my face everyday.


    David Beckham & Son Romeo Take In Some Basketball



    The duo sat courtside as they watched the game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Centre.

    Just the two of us: David Beckham spent time with his nine-year-old son Romeo last night at the LA Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder basketball match

    Clearly enjoying the chance to spend some quality time alone with his father, Romeo, nine, looked thrilled as the pair joked around.
    David was seen affectionately ruffling his son's hair, before pulling the little boy in for a cuddle, kissing him on the forehead at the same time.
    The pair also indulged in some sweet treats and fizzy drinks as they took in the match.

    Cuddling up: The footballer looked thrilled to be getting some alone time with his middle son, and pulled him in for a kiss and a cuddle

    Getting distracted: While Romeo appeared to be enjoying the match, he also spent time joking around with his dad
    Getting distracted: While Romeo appeared to be enjoying the match, he also spent time joking around with his dad


    While David looked cool and casual in his grey marl top and blue jeans, Romeo went for a brighter look in a purple zip-up sweater.
    However, both David and Romeo opted to wear one of the slouchy hats he has become famous for.
    In a recent interview, however, David said that Romeo is the most fashion-forward of his three sons.


    He said: 'Brooklyn will just wear his soccer shirts and T-shirts, but Romeo is the fashion one, so he'll go for skinny jeans and a vintage T-shirt and funny hats.
    'One Christmas he asked for a pair of Spats shoes.'
    And Victoria added: 'I’d love to say they get their singing talent from me, but they don’t. But they have good fashion sense; I like to think that they got that from me.'

    Thursday, March 29, 2012

    Natalie Portman & Baby Aleph


    At nine months old, Natalie Portman's baby son Aleph is getting cuter by the day.
    The youngster was spotted out with his famous mother yesterday as they ventured to a market in Orange County, California.
    Aleph looked extremely cute in a pair of striped dungarees while Natalie, 30, kept it casual in jeans and a blue top.

    Doting mummy: Natalie Portman was spotted at a market in Orange County, California, yesterday with her cute baby son Aleph

    The Black Swan star was seen chatting on her phone as she strolled around in the sunshine.
    She completed her dressed down look with scraped back hair and hid her make-up free face behind a pair of large shades.
    Last month it was reported Natalie married fiance and father of Aleph, Benjamin Millepied, in a secret ceremony.

    Casual style: Natalie was wearing jeans and a blue top while her bundle of joy was clad in a pair of striped dungarees
    Casual style: Natalie was wearing jeans and a blue top while her bundle of joy was clad in a pair of striped dungarees

    Although the couple has not confirmed their marriage, the pair have both been seen sporting wedding bands. Natalie and Benjamin first sparked rumours they had tied the knot in secret when they were both seen wearing rings at the Oscars.


    Chatting away: The actress was seen talking on her phone as she carried Aleph


    I do: Natalie and Benjamin Millepied are said to have married in secret last month
    Natalie and Benjamin Millepied are said to have married in secret last month
    The couple fell in love while making Black Swan and announced their engagement and pregnancy in December 2010.
    A jeweller friend of choreographer Millepied recently admitted she had custom made matching rings for them.
    Jamie Wolf said she created two diamond rings for Portman, made to fit on either side of her engagement ring, and a platinum band for Millepied.

    Portman has taken some time off this year to raise her son, who was born last June.
    However, she is said to be lining up her next roles following her maternity leave,  and they both involve director Terence Malick.
    Natalie is the latest to join the growing all-star cast(s) of Malick's two new films - Knight of Cups and Lawless - that he's shooting back-to-back this summer and autumn starring Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Ryan Gosling, and Rooney Mara.