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The Oscars

All the latest news, photos and more from the Academy Awards

Is George and Brad's 'bromance' over?

With Brad Pitt and George Clooney scrapping for the honours at this year's Oscars, most people expected a lot of banter at the pre-awards lunch. And they weren't disappointed. Moneyball star Brad...

Who do you think deserves the best actor Oscar?

Who do you think deserves the best supporting actor Oscar? Who do you think deserves the best actress Oscar? Who do you think deserves the best supporting actress Oscar? What film do you think deserves...

'Humbling and delightful:' Gary thrilled with first nod of three-decade career

Gary Oldman is overjoyed after receiving his first ever Oscar nod after over three decades in the business. "This afternoon in Berlin I have learned that I was nominated for an Academy...

Meryl Streep, George Clooney and Gary Oldman in the running for Oscars

This year's Oscars nominations have been announced in LA – and Meryl Streep has a shot at a hat-trick of Oscars after being nominated yet again. The best actress nod for her role as Margaret Thatcher...

Gary Oldman would be 'thrilled' by Oscar nomination

Nominated for eleven BAFTAs, British espionage film Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy could also be on course for Oscar glory. Screen stalwart Gary Oldman's quietly compelling performance as spy master...

Get the look: Natalie Portman

This year's Academy Awards belonged to one woman, and one woman only - the gorgeous Natalie Portman. As well as picking up the coveted best actress gong for her role in thriller Black Swan, the 29-year-old...

That's some material, girl: Madonna's risque outfit causes stir at Oscar after parties

She never been one to stay out of the spolight or err on the conservative side. But this time Madonna really outdid herself. The Material Girl was the talk of the post-Oscar bashes with her racy...

Get the look: Oscars special

The gongs have been handed out, the red carpet's been rolled up, and Hollywood's most prestigious event is over for another year – but the A-list beauties who attended the Academy Awards have inspired...

Cocktail for a King

The King’s Speech was the big winner at this year's Oscars. The Corinthia Hotel in London has whipped up a tipple fit for a king that The King’s Speech actor Colin Firth alongside other Oscar...

The King’s Speech cocktail

Ingredients (makes 1) 30ml fresh raspberry juice from Sundance Partners 20ml Chambord Champagne 3 raspberries sprig of fresh mint Method Pour raspberry juice into the bottom...

Trailer: 'Winter's Bone'

Trailer: 'Winter's Bone'

Glamorous and green: Colin Firth's wife Livia rocks Oscar-worthy eco fashion

With her husband's new film creating Oscar buzz from the start, Livia Giuggioli knew she'd have a lot of premieres and award ceremonies to go to. So the Italian-born producer decided to set herself a...

Baftas victory gives 'Queen' Helena a boost despite predictions of a style 'catastrophe'

See more fabulous pics of Helena She appeared in mismatched shoes at January's Golden Globe Awards. And her bedhead hair and penchant for Victoriana buck the prevailing Hollywood trend for...

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