Well Here’s an Entertaining Show for us All

What’s the first thing a celebrity couple does when it’s rumored they’re in trouble and they want to tell the world to stuff a sock in it? Go out very publicly and act all cuddly and loving. Of course, because a few kisses here and there should be proof enough for anyone. But that’s exactly what Brad and Angelina did on Saturday night when they attended the Directors Guild of America awards. Brad was there to give an award to Quentin Tarantino and he and Angie looked happy and secure all night long while people wretched in the aisles. From Radar Online,

“Putting break up rumors to rest, for now, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie attended the Directors Guild of America Awards together at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles last night.

Pitt, who was invited to present an award to his Inglourious Basterds director Quentin Tarantino, sprung a surprise when he walked in with Jolie.

And as if to make a statement, Brad played the doting husband throughout the evening as the couple mingled with the guests, exchanged laughter, cuddled and even gently caressed each other!

This was the first time Brangelina had been photographed together since a December outing in New York.

For more than a week, reports had suggested the couple were headed for an expensive and imminent separation, although spokespeople for the showbiz power couple denied the split.”

I’m not saying that this is definitely a farce that Brad and Angie are trying to pull over on us. But I’m not going to be fooled by a few cute little poses and some kisses for the camera. This last breakup story of theirs was enough to have me thinking that they were definitely going to split. I’m not sure why, just something about it rang very true. Maybe again, it was just far too much hope on my part. But I’m still going to need some further evidence that these two are happy and in love before I write them off as eternally bound forever again.

Have Brad and Angelina Split?

I really hate writing anything about Brad and Angelina splitting up. Mostly because I’m pretty sure that all the rumors are false, so I consider reading anything about a potential split a complete waste of time. Also because I’m pretty sure that this couple is going to stay together forever just to spite me. But this recent headline has made me pause and wonder, is it really true this time?

The rumors going around the mill this time say that Brangelina have filed separation papers. Why does a couple that’s never married need separation papers? Well, there’s still the sticky situation of all those children they had to have right away. Apparently, the papers were needed to determine where the children would go and who would be taking care of them. And guess who they’re going to live with? Mother Angelina of course. I found the story of the split at Bump Shack,

“After months of rumors it’s official, actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have filed for a legal separation according to News Of The World. They weren’t married but needed to file the paperwork so they could decide custody among their six children.

Rumors of their demise grew stronger over the past two weeks when the couple didn’t show for the Golden Globe Awards and when Jolie didn’t join Pitt at the Hope for Haiti telethon.

A source told the News of the World: “The document was signed in early January. Both Brad and Angelina had signed it.

“The contract was like a tailor-made version of a pre-nuptial agreement except for an unmarried couple’s split.
“It seemed clear they want the world to know they’ll both play a part in the upbringing of the children.

“But Angelina will actually be the one who lives with them full-time.”

The divorce lawyer they consulted is based in Beverly Hills and has worked on a string of celeb divorces and splits. He is widely regarded as “the best in the business”.

The couple will share joint custody of all six children: Maddox, Zahara, Shiloh, Pax, Knox, Vivienne.

Pitt and Jolie had been shacking up since early 2005. It is the second high profile for Pitt. Jolie became even more notorious for wrecking Pitt’s first marriage to Friends actress Jennifer Aniston.

It is the third pseudo-divorce for Jolie as she was previously married to Johnny Lee Miller and then Billy Bob Thornton.”

‘Jolie became even more notorious’ after she became a homewrecker. No kidding! Did anyone even care about Angelina before the Aniston haters came onboard and decided to defend Angie’s every rotten move? I realize she was famous in her own right before then but I really think that Jolie blowing that marriage apart was one of the best publicity stunts she ever pulled. But, don’t get excited just yet. People is claiming that the stories aren’t true. According to sources that are pro-Brangelina, everything is just fine and this is one rumor in a string of many. From People,

“While reports are swirling that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are headed for a split, multiple sources close to the family tell PEOPLE that the rumors are false.

“Everything is fine” with the couple, who are parents to six kids, a source says.

Another source says the split reports, which were first published in a British tabloid, are “totally false.”

In recent weeks, it’s been business as usual for the busy couple – movie shoots, family outings, charity work – and several observers say they saw nothing amiss.

Couple Time

On Jan. 2, Pitt, 46, and Jolie, 34, shared a romantic dinner for two at the French restaurant Le Perigord. “You could tell they wanted to spend time alone and didn’t want to be bothered by anybody else,” says a source. “It was wonderful to see a couple so much in love.”

The story in People also goes on to talk about how Brad and Angelina have been spending a lot of time apart lately because of their work schedules. But really, how many things must you miss simply because you’re working? Even when you’re a hot shot movie star. They both missed the Golden Globes, then Angie missed the SAG awards, where Brad’s Inglorious Bastards picked up an award for Best Ensemble Cast. And none of that is even to mention the alone time they each had with their children recently, Brad with the boys and Angie with the girls. That’s a lot of alone time for two people who are supposed to be more in love than anybody else ever was. And I seem to remember times when Brad and Angie were working like crazy people and still managed to attend award shows and show up in places together.

Then there’s the fact that both stories come from anonymous ’sources.’ Usually I use that as my #1 rule of ruling anything out. But when both sides come from anonymous tips, it can get tricky. I’m going with they are separating on this one. I’ve never before heard of any official papers being filed, and it’s odd to me that the most photographed couple in the world can’t seem to get together to support each other. So yeah, they’re done. But maybe it’s just wishful thinking on my part.

Cutie Watch: Angie and her Girls

By ‘cutie’ I’m obviously talking about the two younger little women and not the homewrecking tramp that’s leading them around everywhere. But Shiloh and Zahara are definitely very cute! At first, I didn’t actually know if this was Shiloh or Maddox only because Shiloh is dressed very casual and doesn’t seem to be very girly. Then I took half a second and realized that Maddox is 8, Zahara is 5, and Shiloh is 3. So yeah, it’s Shiloh. Or else Maddox has some serious development issues that need to be looked into.

I got the photo of the ladies shopping at the Whole Foods Market from Radar Online and I was shocked at how many people were making fun of Shiloh’s outfit (saying that she looked like a boy, another reason I thought Radar might be mistaken.) But I think Shiloh’s outfit is cute, even if she might want to think about ditching that “I’m just like my Dad” hat, and it’s not super girly. I’ll attack Angie with the best of em. But I really do think that when it comes to dressing her kids, she can do whatever the hell she wants. And as for Angie? I’m glad to see that she extends that wearing-a-carpet look past award shows.

Cute Pitt-Jolie Family Photo

Normally, any picture containing Angelina Jolie or Brad Pitt is enough to make me want to never open another magazine ever again. But the fact that they have the twins, who are hardly ever seen, does make this an adorable picture. Who can resist such chubby little faces? And boy, are they ever big! I also love the fact that this is a good ol’ fashioned celebrity spotting that resulted in the cute family photo. As opposed to paparazzi stalking the airports and us getting half-face photos of celebrities who are trying to hide behind their magazines. This pic was snapped by the owner of the ice cream store that Brad and Angelina stopped into with their twins. Thanks to Star Magazine for the pic and caption!

Wow! A Brad Pitt Interview that I Enjoy!

It’s even refreshing for me when I read a Brad Pitt interview that doesn’t make me want to lose my lunch. That’s why I was so happy I started my day off with this interview from the Pittster, in which he explains why him and Angelina Jolie haven’t yet gotten married. Now, I talk a lot of flack about these two but their decision to not get married, even though they have 6 children, has never bothered me. I’m one of those types that believes that having that piece of paper doesn’t really change anything and although, Brad’s reasons for not marrying are different than mine, I still get where he’s coming from. I don’t understand why religious groups and others are always so bothered about couples living together without being married. We’ve been in the new millennium for awhile now. It may be time for people to get with it. And I think on that point, Brad and I see eye to eye. From Pop Crunch,

“Brad Pitt has once again defended his and partner Angeline Jolie’s decision not to get married, despite their six children; Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, Vivienne, and Knox; explaining that their decision stems from their belief that all people should equal access to the institution of marriage.
“I believe everyone should have the same rights. They say gay marriage ruins families and hurts kids. Well, I’ve had the privilege of seeing my gay friends being parents and watching their kids grow up in a loving environment,” the Inglorious Basterds star said in a new interview with Parade Magazine’s Sunday, August 9 edition.
“I have love in my life, a soul mate — absolutely,” he said. “When someone asked me why Angie and I don’t get married, I replied, ‘Maybe we’ll get married when it’s legal for everyone else.’ I stand by that, although I took a lot of flak for saying it — hate mail from religious groups.”

So on this, Brad and Angelina have my support. Like I said, it’s a nice change for once.

Is Something Wrong with Vivienne and Knox?

Well I guess because we aren’t speculating right now about whether or not Angelina Jolie is pregnant and because things seem to be okay for a moment between her and Brad, the tabloids have turned their focus to the twins and creating drama surrounding their health. Apparently, if you are a celebrity, you must parade your children out and about every chance you get in order to prove that they are healthy. You will be ridiculed and mocked for exploiting your children while doing so but if you don’t, Life & Style will create stories about your children are gravely ill.

This seems to be exactly the situation. Because little Knox and Vivienne, who will turn one next month, haven’t been seen in -gasp!- 6 months, they must be chronically ill. Please. This story is as fake as the one that had some believing that Angelina was flashing her pregnant tummy from the window of a Cannes hospital room. From Life & Style,

“Nearly everywhere Angie and Brad have gone, their four oldest children — Maddox, Pax and the boys’ sisters, Zahara, 4, and Shiloh, 2 — have been seen with them.

Noticeably absent, however, have been the couple’s two youngest kids, twins Vivienne and Knox, who’ll turn 1 on July 12. In fact, the twins have been spotted in public only once since January: when they were rushed through an airport near Tokyo while being closely guarded by their parents.

Since then, they’ve remained in hiding — leading to speculation that something could be wrong.

Now Life & Style has learned that Brad and Angelina have been seriously concerned about the twins’ health. The babies are suffering from serious digestive problems, says an insider close to the family. “They’re both hypersensitive,” the insider tells Life & Style.

“Knox has trouble holding down his food. He spits up nearly every meal.” Vivienne, meanwhile, has food and environmental allergies, explains the insider: “Right now, she’s on a lactose and gluten-free diet, and she’s still underweight.”

Angelina, 34, and Brad, 45, have been so worried, they’ve had the twins undergo genetic testing and have been adamant about keeping them behind closed doors. In truth, the real reason Brad and Angelina have been reluctant to take the twins out has to do with their own fears, says the insider.

“Because of their delicate state, Knox and Vivienne need to be kept away from anything they could possibly be allergic to,” the insider explains. “That’s a lot easier to do when they’re home and in a controlled environment.”

Babies spit up. Babies have allergies. Babies have digestive problems. It’s all very common and it’s all really nothing to worry too much about. And I’m sure that with Brad and Angelina’s 407 children, this isn’t the first time that they have seen it. Maybe they haven’t been going out as much because now they have 407 children and it makes it sort of difficult. Maybe they aren’t going out as much because they simply don’t want to parade their children around or because they’re exhausted. I think it’s ridiculous that just because Brad and Angelina have been a little camera-shy with the twins lately that some jump to the assumption that they’re horribly ill.

Is Angie Going to Have More Kids?

Well it’s been awhile since we last talked about the possibility of Angelina Jolie having more kids. I think it might have been a whole five seconds. So now, maybe because Madge is busy making preparations for Mercy’s arrival, Angelina has come out to say that she doesn’t want you to forget that she adopted foreign children first and that she’s also thinking about having more kids. Angie would also like to remind us that she’s the Queen of the Earth but that’s really unspoken and assumed. From National Enquirer,

“For Angelina Jolie, 6 is definitely not enough - Angie needs more kids!

While pundits may argue the “Life imitates art” sceanrio of an SNL sketch of a baby war between Jolie and Madonna, than no sooner than Madge gets Mercy than Angie goes live on Anderson Cooper and reveals to a breathless world — more babies are on the way!

While promo-ing plight of refugees on Anderson Cooper 360, saintly Angelina answered all the hard hitting Qs but then chatty Coop zero-ed in for the kill when Jolie brought up the thought of the Brangie Brood in a war-torn world.

“Everyone in my office asked me to ask — any plans for more kids,” Anderson asked the raven haired enchantress.

“Always,” Angelina replied. “We do love children and we do want a big family.

“Never say no.”

I would really like to know when Angelina and Brad are both planning on quitting their jobs to take care of these children. Lord knows they have enough money, they should be able to retire. I realize that people use to have 8+ children all the time but those people weren’t high-profile actors that kept them away from home very, very often. Angelina said shortly after the twins were born that she wanted to quit acting and stay at home to care for all her children. Then she turned around and filmed Salt. And now she has a deal to film multiple Patricia Cornwell movies, playing the lead role of Dr. Kay Scarpetta. So which is it, Angie? Acting or being a mommy? Or are you just a hypocrite that says whatever she thinks people want to hear? That’s what I thought.

What is it with Angelina Anyway?

Harper’s Bazaar must be running out of material to print because they’ve issued an article investigating why we’re so interested in Angelina Jolie. I have to admit that when I first saw this article, I groaned because really, don’t Angelina and Brad really toot their own horns enough that we shouldn’t have to do it for them? But alas, always a glutton for punishment, I read on. Imagine my surprise when I was tickled to find that the writer apparently thinks we’re all so ‘fascinated’ by her because she’s married to Brad Pitt! Ha! What a slap in the face! A person that is supposed to be so powerful, so empowered, and so independent, is fascinating to us because of the man she stands beside!!! I absolutely love it! Of course there are other reasons listed as well but I’m choosing to focus on that one. From Daily Blabber,

“The new issue of Harper’s Bazaar is delving into our psyches to try and uncover why we, as a society, are so obsessed with Angelina Jolie. Here’s what writer Naomi Wolf came up with:

- She’s got Brad! “She took for her own pleasure the male seen as the most desired of the tribe,” the author writes. “Brad Pitt, who is always ranked at the top of indexes of male beauty and virility.”

- She’s got kids! “Jolie revealed a new, and fairly radical, vision of single motherhood that made the relationship seem tender, glamorous, and complete.

- She can fly. “Flying a private plane is the classic metaphor for choosing your own direction. Usually, that is a guy thing to do, yet there was Jolie, with her aviator glasses on, taking flying lessons so she could blow the mind of her four-year-old son.”

As for the reason that she has kids, I’m sorry, I’m not buying it. Firstly, I don’t agree that Angie portrayed this wonderful and modern vision of a single mother. Anyone who didn’t realize that she had nannies and maids cleaning up poop and barf hasn’t thought things all the way through and I really don’t think that she’s turned the vision of motherhood into this new and contemporary thing. I think that the world was shocked when crazy, blood vial wearing, knife throwing, Angelina Jolie became a mom and tried to portray herself as some saintly woman who was put on this earth for maternal duties. But I don’t think it had anything to do with changing people’s views of motherhood. If that’s what it was supposed to do, it missed the mark with me. 

And as for flying a plane? Okay, that is pretty cool.

The Infamous Hollywood Cat Fight Continues

I’m so glad that Angelina Jolie and Madonna have one of the most infamous cat fights in Hollywood history. They are both so juvenile with overinflated egos that watching them hurl mud back and forth between each other is really quite entertaining. The feud centers, and always has centered, on the fact that both have adopted from foreign countries and both seem to want to hog all the spotlight for doing so. In order to bump one out of the spotlight, they come up with reasons why the other adopted and why these reasons aren’t justifiable. 

Why all of this has recently resurfaced I’m not all that sure but both US and In Touch have the story so Angelina must have opened her mouth somewhere because this time, it was her side that came out swinging first. From US, 

“Angelina Jolie has no mercy for Madonna! A source close to the actress tells Hot Stuff that Jolie, 33, has told friends privately that she’s infuriated by the Material Girl’s adoption efforts in Malawi.

“Angelina thinks Madonna is a blatant copycat and that she’s coming from the wrong place,” says the insider of Jolie.

“Angie sees what she and Brad do as being about saving a child, but she thinks Madonna does it for publicity.”

And adopting kids isn’t the only thing Jolie thinks Madonna has done for fame: She’s told pals she believes Madge has dabbled in lesbianism “for attention and press,” whereas Jolie got involved with Jenny Shimizu at a “confused” time in her life.

Says the source, “Angie’s appalled at even being mentioned in the same breath as her.”

Asked about Jolie resenting Madge, Jolie’s rep tells Us, “This isabsolutely not true,” and Madonna’s rep says, “I can’t imagine Angelina said this! More media attention would be the last thing that would be an incentive for Madonna.”

Yeah, they both hate media attention so much! These two remind me of two sisters who just can’t seem to get along because they’re way too much alike. They’re both media whores, they both have done some pretty crazy stuff in their past, they both want to appear to the public as saints who can do no wrong and were put on this earth solely to make it better, and - least importantly, they have both adopted children who happen to be from different countries. I think they should both shut their traps.

Unfortunately, this one’s probably not a sham

Like many Hollywood couples who reportedly have a ‘troubled marriage’, Brad and Angelina were seen out with each other and they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. Unfortunately like most Hollywood couples, I don’t think this was simply all an act for the cameras. The event was the Cannes Film Festival yesterday and Brad and Angelina showed up looking well, like Brad and Angelina, and the couple also resumed their typical red carpet behavior - which generally includes a lot of kissing, groping, and pawing. Angelina also wore her usual curtain-like dress although she did sex it up a little bit with a side slit that went nearly to her little missus. From US, 

“Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie showed some PDA at France’s Cannes Film Festival Wednesday.
The couple couldn’t keep their arms off each other on the red carpet for Pitt’s premiere of the Quentin Tarantino flick, Inglourious Basterds.
Pitt held Jolie’s hand as they made their way to the expansive carpet at the Palais Des Festivals. The duo then alternated between wrapping their arms around each other and gazing into each other’s eyes as they posed for the cameras. They never left each other’s sides.”

Aaw, isn’t that so sickeningly sweet? So nannies or no nannies, Brad and Angelina do in fact seem to be very much in love and apparently, there’s nothing we can do about it!