Academy Award winner Sandra Bullock dazzled in red this past Sunday at the 2011 Oscars. Bullock received her 2010 Best Actress Oscar (for Blind Side) only to find herself filing for divorce from now ex-husband Jesse James just weeks later. So what was on Bullock’s mind this past Sunday when she was being questioned on the red carpet? According toUsMagazine.com, it’s on her new main man, baby Louis. Bullock adopted in secret in January of 2010 finally making it public later that spring. The actress, who has returned to making movies again after a year and a half sabbatical gushed about her new life. “It’s made me a better person. I’m more patient and accommodating. I really appreciate where I am.”
Does having a child change your relationship with your partner?
Academy Award winner Natalie Portman is admired by many for her phenomenal acting in Black Swan, but her friend and co-star, Greta Gerwig, who co-starred with Portman in No Strings Attached, is praising her for another reason. “I think if everything else she does in her life is an indication of what a great mom she’ll make, she’s going to be the best mom in the world,” Gerwig told People Saturday at the Film Independent’s Spirit Awards. “She’s a lovely girl to pal around with. It’s been really great to know her.” Gerwig was nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards against Portman, and although she knew her odds of winning were slim, she was thrilled with her nomination.
How do you know if your partner will make a good parent?
Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. Photo: Fame Pictures
Vicky Christina Barcelona stars and now-spouses Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem found themselves with some free time last week, reports People. The couple, who just had their first child together, were able to get away for a romantic dinner in London at Gordon Ramsay. Onlookers say the two couldn’t keep their hands off of each other and that they were looking very cozy.
How do you find time for romance when you have a baby?
Leah Messer and Corey Simms. Photo: Gangster#1/Flynetpictures.com
Teen Mom star Leah Messer says the relationship between she and her husband Corey Simms is better than ever, according to UsMagazine.com. In fact, she recently told her friend that he is “The One.” “At first there were ups and downs, but I think we’re doing really good now,” Messer said. “The thing is with me and Corey, we do things very fast. From the very beginning, we got pregnant. But with [him], I feel like I’m happier than I’ve ever been in my entire life.” She added that if he were to propose she would say “yes — hell yeah!” The relationship between these two has been no walk in the park, including a six month break following Messer’s affair with an ex-boyfriend.
Russell Brand and Katy Perry. Photo: DS/DINO/JERC/Flynetpictures.com
Celebrity newlyweds Katy Perry and Russell Brand are in no hurry to have children, but Perry’s mother, Mary Hudson, is singing a very different tune. As the wannabe grandmother told People on the red carpet of the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards, “I just can’t wait for them to have babies. Grandma, here we come!” She also stated that the couple makes a great team in spite of their busy schedules.
Tony Romo and Candice Crawford. Photo: Mark Wilkins/FameFlynet Pictures
Tony Romo has a lot to be thankful for this Super Bowl season, and a lot of it revolves around his fiancée, Candice Crawford. The duo have been pre-celebrating the game throughout the week, and they’ve even made it a family affair. According to a source, Romo and Candice’s brother, Gossip Girl star Chace Crawford, are already friends. Chace has been joining his happy bride-to-be sister and future brother-in-law for pre-Super Bowl festivities as well, reportsPeople. Even Candice’s parents joined in on the fun at an exclusive dinner party hosted by Audi in Dallas. An observer said, “Tony and Candice have been at party after party together, and they are always snuggling or laughing with each other or with friends.”
How do you incorporate your family into your relationship?
Gabriel Aubry and Halle Berry. Photo: Bob Charlotte / PR Photos
Award-winning actress Halle Berry and her model ex Gabriel Aubry have begun what seems to be a brutal battle of custody over 3-year-old daughter, Nahla, People reports. Berry and Aubry, who split last year after four years together, have brought their battle public. Earlier this week, Berry released a statement voicing, “serious concerns for her daughter’s well-being while in the care of her father.” Sources close to Berry claim that Aubry became verbally abusive to her after their break-up, even using a racial slur. Still, Aubry’s friends stand by his side. One source said, “I never saw someone more dedicated to their child.”
How can you keep your child out of your custody fight?
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. Photo: Tom Walck / PR Photos
It’s no secret that Charlie Sheen has constantly been in and out of rehab, but now it’s affecting his children. As a result of the media frenzy surrounding the actor’s rambunctious behavior, according to People, ex-wife Denise Richards has been trying her hardest to protect their daughters Sam, 6 and Lola, 5. With new drama about the Two and a Half Men star in the news every day, shielding the kids is getting to be a full-time job for Richards, who has said she still cares about her ex a great deal. The actor also has 2-year-old twins with ex-wife, Brooke Mueller.
When should you protect your children from your ex?
Kourtney Kardashian, Scott Disick, and Baby Mason. Photo: Fame Pictures
According to UsMagazine.com, E! reality star Kourtney Kardashian and longtime boyfriend, Scott Disick took a quality vacation in Cancun, Mexico with their 13-month-old son, Mason. An insider stated that the couple seemed very relaxed on their tropical family fiesta. After rumors of a rocky romance between the two, this three-day getaway was free from turmoil.
What are ways to re-focus a drama-filled relationship?
Prince William and Kate Middleton. Photo: Landmark / PR Photos
This weekend, Kate Middleton got to know her future royal family a little better at the wedding of a close friend of her fiance, Prince William. People reports that Middleton and Prince William joined Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice and Middleton’s future in-laws at the wedding of Harry Aubrey-Fletcher to the Honorable Sarah Louise Stourton on Saturday. Kate Middleton, who turned 29 on Sunday, will get married to Prince William on April 29 at Westminster Abbey.
Alex Rodriguez and Kate Hudson. Photo: David Gabber / PR Photos; Starmax / PRPhotos.com
Apparently, Cameron Diaz pales in comparison to Kate Hudson when it comes to boyfriend, Alex Rodriguez’s kids. According to UsMagazine.com, a source says that Natasha, 6, and Ella, 2, “liked Kate more than Cameron, since she had Ryder [Hudson’s 6-year-old son]. They really miss him.” Diaz has been doing her best to get on the kids’ good side while vacationing in Cab San Lucas, Mexico over the holidays. Hopefully, all of her efforts don’t go unnoticed!
What do you do if your kids don’t like the person you’re dating?
Christie Brinkley. Photo: Charles Norfleet / PR Photos
Even though Christie Brinkley has been divorced for two years, she’s in no hurry to find love again, according to People. Why? According to the model, she’s not as likely to meet people when she has her kids with her, which is a lot of the time. Also, she says, “you never really know if someone is talking to you because you’re a celebrity. It’s not my number one priority.” Brinkley currently has three children, and says that being a mother “takes a lot of work. My works makes me a better mom. It gives me a little door to step out of my parenting and bring the excitement from that day back home.” Her advice to bounce back from a painful divorce? “You’ve got to find a way to keep laughing, even if it’s black humor, and my friends are very good at that,” she says. “Some people think of happiness as a luxury, but it’s a necessity, and you need to make space for it in your life.”
How do you know if someone likes you for the right reasons?
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson. Photo: CWNY/Fame Pictures
Jessica Simpson was very active on her Twitter account this past week, wishing all of her followers a very merry Christmas, reports RadarOnline. Simpson revealed that her entire family gathered at her parents’ home in Encino, California for a Christmas celebration. Simpson’s fiancé, football player Eric Johnson, was also there for the celebration. “Eric is the perfect addition to our family,” tweeted Simpson. “I’m so grateful this holiday season!!! I hope everyone had a magical Christmas! Love you X.”
Is it important that your partner fit in with your family?
After a May wedding, singer Alanis Morissette and rapper Mario “Souleye” Treadway are proud to announce the arrival of their son, Ever Imre Morissette-Treadway. Talk about a mouthful! It was in August that Morissette revealed her pregnancy in Us Weekly’s “25 Things You Don’t Know About Me” section, listing “I am pregnant!” as the 25th item on the list. According toUs Weekly, a representative confirms, “All are healthy and happy.”
What are ways to compromise with your partner about a baby name?
Cameron Diaz and Alex Rodriguez. Photo: BRJ/Fame Pictures
It looks like there’s far from trouble in paradise with Cameron Diaz and Alex Rodriguez. The accomplished actress and Yankee’s third-baseman are on vacation in Mexico with his kids Natasha and Ella. According to RadarOnline, this is the second time this month that the inseperable couple have been found on the Mexican beaches. The two haven’t even been together for a year, and already the four of them seem like a one happy family!
What are ways to bond with your partner’s children?
Russell and Taylor Armstrong. Photo: Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos
Love and caring is in the air this holiday season! Even reality TV stars like Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Taylor Armstrong are taking part. Slipper Fairy Armstrong attended the 1736 Family Crisis Center’s annual “Free Holiday Store” event in Torrance, CA, Tuesday (December 14th), and delivered 300 pairs of Dearfoams slippers for previously, severely abused mothers, and their children.
Dashing through the snow, Jon Gosselin brought his new girlfriend along as he and his eight kids picked out their Christmas tree this past weekend. Despite negative criticisms earlier this year, Gosselin has seemed to settle down a bit, and he and Ross are looking forward to making the holidays this year about the kids. Although Gosselin doesn’t have a huge amount of money to spend on presents for his kids this year, a source told RadarOnline, “He wants to get them gifts that mean something and that tap into their interests.”
What are affordable yet romantic gifts for your partner?
As a father to three girls, country crooner Garth Brooks took time to dole out some good ol’ fatherly advice to women everywhere on the Oprah Winfrey Show. “The truth is, it’s the reflection in the mirror. That’s the one. You can’t lie to that voice inside of you.” After confessing “the only thing better than playing music is being a dad,” CMT reports that Brooks made sure to convey that he understands the pressure girls face when dating, especially when it comes to older boys. “As a junior, if you’re dating a senior boy, sometimes that pushes you ahead of things you’re ready to handle.”How do you avoid becoming a reflection of your partner?
Laura Dern and Ben Harper. Photo: Albert L. Ortega / PR Photos
It’s splitsville for another seemingly happy celebrity couple. RadarOnlinereports that singer Ben Harper and Jurassic Park actress Laura Dern have filed for divorce. The pair dated for five years before marrying in 2005 and have two children together. The breakup is especially surprising because it comes three weeks after the Harper-Dern family traveled to Hawaii together to attend the wedding of their close friend, Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder. Vedder and model Jill McCormick married September 18, and Harper and Dern spent a week partying in Honolulu along with other celebrities like Jack Johnson and Sean Penn. The couple’s reps had no comment on the split.
What are some signs that your partner is unhappy in your relationship?
Paris Hilton and Cy Waits. Photo: Janet Mayer / PR Photos
We are now seeing a softer side to the Bonnie and Clyde-like romance between heiress, Paris Hilton, and nightclub tycoon, Cy Waits. RadarOnline reports that Hilton has become a stand-in mother of sorts to Waits’ seven-year-old daughter, Shea, from a previous relationship. This baby mama drama is a far cry from when Hilton and Waits made headlines in August. Waits was arrested for drunk driving and Hilton for possession of cocaine on the same night. Perhaps this couple is turning over a new leaf! Though not officially a step-mom, Hilton previously stated, “I look after animals, so I’d have a lot to give my kids.”
Can having a connection with your partner’s children make your relationship stronger?
In the romantic comedy Life As We Know It, Josh Duhamel plays a new dad, a role he says he’d love to have in real life. According to People, Josh says that getting the chance to play a father is what “initially drew me to” the role. During the New York premiere at the Ziegfeld, he opened up even more saying, that he has “always had a real fondness for kids.” In terms of his wife, he says, “She’ll be a great mom … She got to meet [costar Katherine Heigl’s daughter] Naleigh on set. It was great.” Maybe this is a hint of what’s to come for him and Fergie in the very near future!
How do you know if your partner is parent material?
Victoria and David Beckham. Photo: Fame Pictures/MAC
Soccer pro David Beckham has proven that actions speak louder than words after he officially denied prostitute accusations by suing the tabloid that published them. PopEater reports that Beckham is suing In Touch Weekly for featuring quotes from former call girl Irma Nici suggesting that the two slept together in 2007. The suit alleges libel, slander and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Beckham has been married to former Spice Girls singer Victoria Beckham for 11 years, and the two have three boys together, ages 11, 8, and 5.
If you’re falsely accused of cheating, what do you do?
Christopher Backus and Mira Sorvino. Photo: ER/Flynetonline.com
Balancing your personal life, family and job can be tricky, especially if you’re in Hollywood. But even in the midst of shooting a movie, actress Mira Sorvino makes sure her family knows they come first. The actress told People that she only works on films with short shooting schedules, and often brings her children to set with “quilts and colored Christmas lights and art supplies and books to help make it a home away from home.” Sorvino’s three children and husband Christopher Backus not only kept her company on the set of her most recent film, Like Dandelion Dust, but became her inspiration for it. The film tells the story of a woman trying to reclaim the child she gave up for adoption. “I have three beautiful children who I love more than anything else in the whole world, so anything having to do with your children and potentially losing them is very, very personal to me,” said Sorvino. “I didn’t have to do much to get to the emotional place [of my character].”
How can you keep your spouse and kids happy at the same time?
Jesse James and Janine Lindemulder. Photos: PRN / PR Photos; Scott Alan / PR Photos
Jesse James’ awful summer got even worse recently when his ex-wife Janine Lindemulder filed a motion against him over their daughter, 6-year-old Sunny. Lindemulder, a former porn star, lost custody of her daughter last year after being jailed for tax evasion. Now, she claims that James, host of Monster Garage and ex-husband of Sandra Bullock, is trying to turn Sunny against her. In the filing obtained by Us Weekly, Lindemulder claimed that since James moved himself and Sunny to Austin, Texas, she hasn’t spoken to her daughter in seventeen days. She claims that before the move, her daughter “was distant, confrontational, disrespectful and accusatory.” James has disputed his ex’s claims, saying that he has not interfered with Sunny and her mother’s relationship. “[Janine] is not stable, and acts impulsively and contradictory,” said James in his response. “[She] sounds …as if she is drinking or taking drugs again.”
