Pierce Brosnan dressed to impress alongside his wife of 23 years, Keely Shaye Smith, as they attended the US-Ireland Alliance’s 2024 Oscar Wilde Awards in Santa Monica on Thursday.

The former James Bond actor, 70 – who recently enjoyed a romantic date night with his wife in Malibu – joined other celebrities at Bad Robot, a production company run by both J.J. Abrams and Katie McGrath.

The Tomorrow Never Dies star was one of the honorees during the event, as well as SNL alum Molly Shannon and Richard Baneham.

Brosnan opted for an all-black ensemble for the special night, and donned a pair of black pants as well as a black button up that was partially unfastened around the collar.

He layered the monochromatic outfit with a black, suede blazer and slipped into a pair of sleek dress shoes that were secured with laces.

For a finishing touch, Brosnan additionally wore a black, satin cravat that was loosely wrapped around his neck.

US-Ireland Alliance founder Trina Vargo said of Brosnan in a statement, per the official website, ‘The success of Irish actors in the film industry in recent years has highlighted the remarkable talent in Ireland.’

‘We’re thrilled to be honoring one of the most talented Irish legends, who paved the way.’

The Irish-born actor was joined by his wife Keely – whom he tied the knot with in 2001 – and she also opted for an all-black ensemble.

The journalist wore a pair of black trousers as well as a satin blouse that contained ruffled details on the front.

Smith added a black blazer on top which was left unbuttoned and also slipped into a pair of black, ballet flats.

Her brunette locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders. Keely accessorized her look with a pair of silver, dangly earrings as well as a chunky ring on her right hand.

The couple – who share sons Dylan, 27, and Paris, 23 – were seen posing for an assortment of photos upon arriving to the festivities and later crossed paths with fellow honoree, Molly Shannon.

The Superstar actress put on a leggy display wearing a dark navy minidress that contained sequin details on the fabric that sparkled under the bright lights.

Shannon also opted for a pair of closed-toed, black heels and allowed her locks to flow down in light waves past her shoulders.

Molly was also seen posing for a few memorable snaps with Pierce as well as his wife, Keely, shortly before the event commenced.

Jane Seymour, 73, was also in attendance and put on a radiant display wearing a figure-hugging, teal dress that contained short, puffy sleeves.

The hem of the ensemble stopped a few inches above her ankles, easily revealing a pair of open-toed, nude-colored heels.

The Somewhere In Time actress added a pair of dangly, blue earrings that matched the color of the dress, as well as a chunky ring on her right hand to accessorize the look.

Her hair was parted in the middle and flowed down past her shoulders, allowing her bangs to gently fall onto her forehead.

Seymour is also no stranger to the Bond franchise, and although she never worked alongside Brosnan, she notably starred in Live And Let Die (1973).

While posing for photos, she was seen crossing paths with Touched By An Angel star, Roma Downey, who opted for stylish comfort at the event.

The Irish actress sported a pair of black, fitted leggings as well as a white sweater that had long, billowing sleeves.

She slipped into a pair of black, knee-high boots and carried a vibrant, green bag in her hand that offered a pop of color to her outfit.

At one point, Downey also met up with Pierce during the photo session, and the pair also stopped for a quick photo together.

Lily Rabe was effortlessly chic in a white, lace dress that had layered details on the skirt that fell down towards the ground.

The Love & Death star added a sequin, gray sweater on top for a dazzling flare and also wore a pair of open-toed, black heels.

She carried a small, black purse in her right hand and opted for bold makeup – which included a smoky, red shadow around her eyes.

Rabe was joined by her partner and Midnight Mass actor, Hamish Linklater, who wore a white button up that was tucked into the waist of gray, denim jeans.

He also donned a black coat as well as dark brown boots that were secured with laces to complete his look for the evening.

ER alum, Maura Tierney, kept it casual in a pair of classic, denim jeans as well as a long-sleeved, black sweater.

She layered the ensemble with a light, tan-colored jacket and slipped into a pair of brown, suede boots for a finishing touch.

Fionnghuala O’Reilly flaunted her toned figure in a fitted, black dress that clung to her frame and was held up with thin straps that wrapped around her neck.

A small cutout could be seen around the bodice for a sultry flare, along with floral embellishments. The Irish-American model wore a pair of open-toed, black pumps to coincide with the monochromatic color scheme of her ensemble.

Her dark locks were swept up into a chic up do, allowing a few wavy strands to border the sides of her face.

Cillian Murphy was also spotted during the festivities, and donned a white shirt that was tucked into a pair of black trousers.

The Oppenheimer actor added a black blazer on top and slipped into a pair of sleek, dark brown shoes to complete his look.

Titanic director, James Cameron, was seen in a pair of black pants as well as a dark navy sweater. The filmmaker added a black leather jacket on top and donned a pair of black shoes for a finishing touch.

Cameron was also seen crossing paths with honoree and Irish animator, Richard Baneham. The two notably collaborated on the Avatar franchise.

Greg Grunberg donned a dark navy suit as well as a plain shirt underneath while attending the event. The Star Wars: The Force Awakens actor slipped into a pair of sneakers that offered a casual flare to his outfit.

He was also spotted crossing paths with Molly Shannon and the two stars flashed cheerful smiles while posing for a photo together.

Courtney B. Vance donned dark gray trousers as well as a black, puffer vest to stay warm in the cooler temperatures.

The Lovecraft County star also wore a silver, leather jacket as well as black and gray-colored sneakers. For a finishing touch, he also added a dark gray hat on top of his head.

Celebrities were seen mingling shortly after the festivities kicked off, and Pierce and his wife were spotted taking a quick snap with a fellow guest.

Brosnan also held a lighthearted conversation with Richard Baneham and the pair held smiles on their faces while sipping on a Guinness beer. Other attendees could be seen talking amongst themselves before the main ceremony took place.

Molly Shannon had the chance to catch up with other guests as she relaxed on a cushioned couch at the venue.

Richard was seen with his wife, Ashling Baneham, as well as their three sons Luke, Daniel and Nathan who came to support the animator.

Later in the night, Pierce was seen flashing a cheerful smile as he took to the stage to accept his award at the ceremony. He could be seen addressing the audience as a bright spotlight shone down on him.

James Cameron was also spotted talking on stage and addressed the star-studded crowd while holding an award in his hand.

Roma Downey was another speaker at the awards ceremony and took to the stage in front of the crowd.

Natalie Portman‘s marriage of 11 years to Benjamin Millepied is now officially over.

Portman quietly filed to end the union in July and the divorce was finalized in France, a representative for the actress confirmed with People.

Portman, 42, and Millepied, 46, married in 2012 and share two children together – son Aleph, 12, and daughter Amalia, seven. The family live in France.

The split came after it was alleged Millepied had cheated on Portman with a woman 21 years his junior. 

Last year French outlet Voici released an explosive report claiming Millepied had an affair with 25-year-old climate activist Camille Étienne.

People magazine reported at the time that the romance with Camille was ‘short-lived’ – and that Benjamin was ‘doing all he could’ to get ‘Natalie to forgive him and keep their family together.’

In their latest report about the divorce, a friend of the former couple shared with People how Portman had been getting through the split.

The friend revealed it been ‘initially really tough’ for Portman in the early days of her split, but her supportive friends ‘helped her get through the worst of it.’

The friend explained that the actress is now on ‘the other side’ of a difficult year and ‘stronger’. She has now been ‘finding joy in her family, friends, and work.’

Portman’s ‘biggest priority has been ensuring a smooth transition for her children,’ the friend said.

‘She and Ben really love their kids and are equally focused on being the best co-parents they can be. Nothing is more important,’ the insider said.

Portman lightly touched on her marital problems in the 30th annual Hollywood issue of Vanity Fair magazine.

When the May December actress was asked how she feels about having her marriage written about, she said it was ‘terrible.’ She added, ‘It’s terrible, and I have no desire to contribute to it.’

In a January WSJ interview, she seemed to quietly confirm their split as she talked about living in Paris with her two children but made no mention of Millepied, which was the biggest hint yet that they no longer live together.

Last month the duo reunited as they were pictured with their two children on a lunchtime outing in Los Angeles.

The Academy Award-winning actress did not appear to be donning her wedding ring.

The Star Wars alum has been seen without her wedding ring on multiple occasions since the cheating allegations were first made public, including during her solo appearance on the Golden Globes red carpet in January.

The divorce news comes after Portman revealed the latest selection in her book club – a  novel about the impact of a cheating husband.

Over the weekend, Portman announced her book club pick for March: Nora Ephron’s autobiographical novel ‘Heartburn’, based on her marriage and divorce from second husband Carl Bernstein, following his affair.

‘Excited to finally read Nora Ephron’s Heartburn, her classic transformation of pain into humorous art. Looking forward to hearing what you all think! #MarchBookPick @natsbookclub,’ Natalie wrote in the caption of her post.

Portman and Millepied met in 2009 on the set of her psychological horror film Black Swan, for which he was the choreographer.

The now-exes became engaged in 2010 and were married in 2012 at Big Sur, California.

Benjamin also worked on choreography for Natalie’s dark musical drama film Vox Lux in 2018, in which she played a woman who survives a school shooting, only to become a pop star.

Angelina Jolie’s former partners might have felt a bit overshadowed when she revealed that her most memorable on-screen romance was with Denzel Washington in a film.

The 48-year-old actress has shared the screen with numerous attractive co-stars throughout her career, but she particularly relished the opportunity to “seduce” the esteemed Training Day actor during their collaboration in 1999.

Their union dates back a quarter-century to their work on Phillip Noyce’s gripping crime thriller, The Bone Collector. Jolie recently reminisced about her experience with Washington, expressing how he managed to impress her during filming. Adapted from Jeffery Deaver’s 1997 novel, The Bone Collector is a gripping tale.

In the film, Jolie portrays Amelia Donaghy, a determined police officer hunting down a serial killer who leaves behind a disturbing signature at each crime scene: a carefully extracted bone from the victim.

Struggling to interpret the killer’s cryptic clues, Donaghy enlists the help of quadriplegic forensic expert Lincoln Rhyme, played by Washington. Despite his physical limitations, Rhyme’s intellect proves invaluable in cracking the case.

As the characters spend time together unraveling the mystery, a connection develops, leading to an intimate moment between them, albeit not in the conventional sense. Discussing the nuances of their relationship, Jolie emphasized that the “romance” was more about intellectual and emotional intimacy than physicality.

Reflecting on her experience during an interview with Dark Horizons following the film’s release, Jolie delved into the chemistry between her character and Washington’s, describing a scene where she seduces him using both intellect and scent as “the best sex I ever had.” She elaborated, expressing the thrill of seducing someone through intellectual means as a significant turn-on.

Despite enjoying her time with Washington on set, Jolie admitted that filming The Bone Collector was a challenging and isolating experience, causing her to doubt her capabilities. She candidly shared her struggles, revealing her initial feelings of inadequacy in leading a film and grappling with the demanding role of a cop tasked with saving lives.

Given the intense nature of the plot, it’s understandable that the experience left Jolie feeling a bit unhinged. She humorously remarked that starring in The Bone Collector “nearly drove her insane” because her character’s turmoil mirrored her own internal struggles. However, one can imagine that sharing scenes with Washington provided some much-needed grounding amidst the chaos.

After his wife became disabled, Ryan divorced her and sold their home with her still in it. However, he accidentally crossed paths with her six years later, only to learn the tables had turned.

To raise her precious newborn girl, Sandra worked hard as a housemaid for a rich employer who seemed cold and rude. That was until she found an old photo in the man’s attic: Who was this man, really, and why did he have her picture

The Teletubbies Sun baby – Jess Smith – now has a baby of her own, sharing a new family snap on social media.

Smith, 28, was just nine months old when she was cast as the Sun baby in Teletubbies, appearing in 365 episodes of the show between 1997 and 2001.

She welcomed her first child in mid-January, though she didn’t mention the baby’s name or gender in her Instagram post.

Just days later, she shared that her child is a daughter, named Poppy Rae Latham, with the middle name a possible nod to a ‘ray’ of sunshine from her Sun Baby role.

‘Family day out visiting nanny, Ollie and Arlo,’ Smith captioned the snap of her, Latham and their daughter.

Smith announced she was expecting back in October, when she shared an image of her sonogram.

‘When two becomes three,’ she captioned the post, where she tagged her longtime boyfriend Ricky Latham.

Then on January 15 she shared a snap of her baby Poppy’s hand wrapped around her finger, which she captioned, ‘One whole week of you,’ indicating the child was born January 8.

She shared another snap on January 20 of Latham carrying their child in a car seat, which she captioned, ’12 days in our lives, 7 days at home, 2 very lucky parents. Please welcome Poppy Rae Latham.’

Smith shared another snap of her and her daughter in mid-February, which she captioned, ‘Mummy and baby cuddles. “Smile and Be Kind.” Does anyone else just lose hours of their day with baby cuddles?’

A few days later she share another snap of her and Ricky, who was holding the seemingly-sleeping child, captioned, ‘My little family.’

Last week, Smith shared an adorable snap of Poppy in a bunny robe as she was getting ready for a bath.

‘Relaxing bath time. Does bath time calm anyone else down? Poppy loves relaxing and calming down in the bath, especially when they start with a bunny dressing gown,’ she said.

Another snap of Smith and Poppy from last week was seemingly taken in the wee hours, captioned, ‘2am sleepy cuddles. Anyone else’s newborn wake up when you put them down? At least I’ve got @thegbsblive to keep me company.’

Smith was just nine months old when she became the Sun Baby, revealing in a BBC interview that it happened by chance.

‘I was being weighed at the hospital. My mum took me and it just happened to be the same time that the producer of the old series had come in and wanted the hospital to get in contact with them if they’d seen any smiley babies,’ she said.

She revealed her father would sit behind the cameras playing toys and cars to make her do her famous giggle heard on the show.

It wasn’t until 2015 that she revealed her identity after previously preferring to keep it a secret.

‘I used to hide it but after a lot of encouragement from my friends at university, I’ve gained the confidence to come out with it,’ she said.

‘I am the sun from the Teletubbies. Everyone says they can see the likeness between my face now and me as a baby. I still have a baby face. I haven’t changed much either. I am still giggly,’ she admitted.

Kylie Jenner pointedly deflected a question about her boyfriend Timothee Chalamet – amid rumors the Hollywood hot couple have split.

The awkward moment came during a New York Times interview in which she spoke about how her dress sense changed about a year ago, once she had gotten her ‘body back’ after her pregnancy with her son Aire.

She was then asked about the social media rumors that her style transformation was actually due to her romance with Timothee, which started last spring.

‘I don’t know how I feel about that,’ she replied, swatting the subject away by saying: ‘I just don’t want to talk about personal things.’

Timothee and Kylie have not been seen together for two months, leading anxious fans to speculate that the pair have broken up.

Their last public sighting was at the Golden Globes in early January, when they set the internet ablaze by engaging in a public display of affection on camera.

The breakup rumors reached a fever pitch this Tuesday, when Kylie posted a TikTok of her daily routine with her daughter Stormi, six, and sister Kendall.

Fans sprang into the comments to share their theories about how Kylie was showing the world she was flourishing as a single mother in order to ‘soft-launch’ a breakup.

Kylie and Timothee took their romance public in the audience of a Beyonce show in early September, after being trailed by dating rumors for months.

In spite of the performance below, Kylie and Timothee appeared to have eyes only for each other, kissing passionately while wrapped in one another’s arms.

Timothee later confessed to MTV that he found it ‘hard to be present’ at a Beyonce concert while indulging in the steamy make-out session.

Kylie and Timothee have been linked since April 2023, although they have both studiously refrained from discussing the relationship in public.

Timothee, whose dating history includes Eiza Gonzalez and Lily-Rose Depp, has repeatedly hit the headlines for his current runaround with Kylie.

In October, a People insider remarked that the pair were enjoying what Kylie regards as a ‘fun and uncomplicated’ dalliance.

Elsewhere in her personal life, Kylie is amicably co-parenting her daughter Stormi, six, and son Aire, two, with her rapper ex Travis Scott.

When her boy was born in February 2022, his given name was Wolf Jacques Webster — a nod to Travis, whose legal name is Jacques Webster.

However, not long afterwards, Kylie shocked her fans by revealing on social media: ‘FYI OUR SONS NAME ISN’T WOLF ANYMORE.’

She explained: ‘WE JUST REALLY DIDN’T FEEL LIKE IT WAS HIM. JUST WANTED TO SHARE BECAUSE I KEEP SEEING WOLF EVERYWHERE.’

Their decision prompted Eddie Van Halen and Valerie Bertinelli’s son Wolfgang, who goes by Wolf, to cheekily tweet: ‘THANK F***.’

On an episode of Hulu’s The Kardashians, Kylie told her gal pal Stassie Karanikolaou about the impetus behind the decision to name her son Aire.

‘I just always wanted a name for him that had meaning. It’s a Hebrew name and it means: “Lion of God”,’ Kylie explained.

Lucas Jemeljanova, a 13-year-old boy from Belgium, captured the global attention achieving something that was previously considered impossible.

This brave young man became the first ever person in the world to beat a deadly brain cancer known as diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG).

Hopeless and helpless after receiving the devastating diagnosis about Lucas’ cancer at the age of six, his family waited for him to respond to the treatments, and after everything failed, they enrolled him in the BIOMEDE trial in France, a venture exploring novel treatments for DIPG.

To the surprise and delight of many, young Lucas responded remarkably to the drug everolimu. MRI scans showed the tumor vanishing little by little.

While battling the cancer, Lucas was unable to walk in a straight line and started losing consciousness and having random nosebleeds.

His prognosis were grim as per statistics only 10% of those diagnosed with this type of cancer survive more than two years, as per the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

That same statistics states that 98% of patients with the rare brain tumor will die within five years, and the prognosis are even worse for children who have a life expectation of just nine to 12 months following a diagnosis.

Today, at 13 years old, Lucas stands as a symbol of hope, having been in remission for an astounding five years.

Dr. Grill, head of the brain tumor program at the center, marvels at Lucas’s resilience, stating, “Lucas defied all odds. Over a series of MRI scans, I watched as the tumor completely disappeared.”

He added: “I don’t know of any other case like him in the world. Lucas’s tumour had an extremely rare mutation, which we believe made its cells far more sensitive to the drug.

“Lucas is believed to have had a particular form of the disease. We must understand what and why to succeed in medically reproducing in other patients what happened naturally with him.”

Researchers are now scrutinizing genetic anomalies and cultivating tumor organoids in laboratory settings, with Marie-Anne Debily, a researcher leading the laboratory efforts, highlighting the importance of identifying a drug capable of replicating the effects seen in Lucas’ tumor cells. “The next step will be to find a drug that has the same effect on tumor cells as these cellular changes,” she said.

However, “it takes 10-15 years from the first lead to become a drug – it’s a long and drawn-out process,” she added.

Since September 2006, the Irwin family have been missing a piece in the form of Steve Irwin. However, they have not filled this chasm with anybody else. Robert and Terri Irwin recently talked about the rumors surrounding Terri’s dating life and a friend who has been invaluable to the family.

In the years following the tragic loss of beloved wildlife conservationist Steve Irwin, his family has courageously carried on his legacy, with each member stepping into the spotlight in their own unique way. Recently, Terri and Steve Irwin’s son, Robert Irwin, has come forward to address the swirling rumors surrounding his mother Terri’s dating life since the untimely death of his father.

Despite numerous reports linking her to over thirty individuals, one of whom was rumored to be King Charles, Robert has dismissed all such claims as “absolute nonsense.” In a candid discussion about the topic, Terri herself has humorously shed light on her personal life, remarking, “I have a lot of quiet evenings with a nice, big, juicy pizza.”

Despite the public’s curiosity and the occasional rumor, such as the one that emerged six years ago suggesting a romantic connection with actor Russell Crowe, Terri remains a single woman. Terri, maintaining her characteristic humor, clarified that they were merely friends, recounting how Crowe reached out in bemusement over the rumors.

Reflecting more deeply on the matter, Terri revealed the bond formed between Crowe and Steve years ago, emphasizing the actor’s steadfast support for her family through challenging times, including efforts to protect their conservation reserve from potential threats. Terri warmly regards Crowe as a “dear friend,” a testament to the enduring friendships that have supported the Irwin family through their loss.

Amidst her responsibilities running the Australia Zoo and starring in an Animal Planet series, Terri Irwin has expressed little interest in rekindling romance. “I think it’s wonderful when people who have lost someone find love again, but I’m not personally looking, and I haven’t been on a date in 27 years,” she stated in 2018. Terri reminisces about her “happily ever after” with Steve, whom she met in 1991 and married just eight months later. The couple’s profound connection and shared passion for wildlife conservation blessed them with two children, Bindi Irwin and Robert, before Steve’s life was cut short in 2006.

The unexpected nature of Steve’s accident left a profound impact on Terri and their children, prompting the family to adopt nightly rituals that focused on positive reflections and acts of kindness. This practice, Terri believes, has been crucial in their healing process, allowing them to shift focus outward and begin to heal through service to others and dedication to the causes Steve held dear.

As the Irwin family continues to navigate life without Steve, Terri has remained a pillar of strength, emphasizing the importance of carrying forward Steve’s legacy and passion for conservation. She reflects on Steve’s full and vibrant life, expressing a desire to live just as fully and meaningfully.

The family has also received support from those around them, like Crowe. Cementing the role he plays as a close friend in the Irwins’s lives, Crowe bought Bindi and her husband a fig tree as a wedding present in 2019. Now, they have planted the tree and are enjoying it with their daughter.

 

A cancer-stricken man given months to live has stunned doctors after his deadly brain tumour effectively vanished.

Ben Trotman, 41, from West Sussex, signed up for a world-first treatment trial after his shock glioblastoma diagnosis in October 2022.

Told he had likely had just nine months left, he and fiancée Emily brought forward their wedding to last January.

But Mr Trotman, an investment banker at JP Morgan, is now living a normal life, all because of the ‘lucky break’ therapy he received. Doctors claimed his remarkable recovery was ‘previously unheard of’.

Typical treatment plans for glioblastoma see patients have surgery before chemo and radiotherapy. This is still the same way it was treated in the early 2000s.

Dr Paul Mulholland, a brain cancer specialist based at University College Hospital, London and head of the new trial, told The Times, that the end result is ‘the same story every time’.

The disease — which strikes around 3,000 Brits and 12,000 Americans each year —usually returns before ultimately killing patients, Dr Mulholland said.

Under his trial, patients were supposed to get a course of immunotherapy before undergoing the usual course of treatments.

Immunotherapy revs up the body’s internal weaponry to hunt and destroy cancer cells.

The Times reported that the trial had to close with Mr Trotman as its only patient.

Yet Dr Mulholland said the results were so promising that a cure might finally be on the horizon.

He said: ‘I believe we have the tools to cure it.

‘We need to intervene early to give patients the best chance for longer-term survival.

‘It is important not just for brain cancer patients but for all the other left-behind cancers with poor survival, like pancreatic cancer.’

Average survival time for glioblastoma is between 12 and 18 months, according to the Brain Tumour Charity. Only 5 per cent of patients survive five years, it says.

The disease killed the Labour politician Dame Tessa Jowell in 2018.

Last March, The Wanted singer Tom Parker also died following an 18-month battle with stage four glioblastoma.

He said after his diagnosis that he was ‘shocked’ at the limited treatment options for GBM and ‘massive improvements’ were needed.

Diagnosed patients usually undergo surgery to remove as much of the tumour as possible.

This is followed by daily radiation and chemo drugs for around six weeks, after which the drugs are scaled back.

Radiation can be then used to destroy additional tumour cells and treat those who are not well enough for surgery.

But the cancer can double in size in just seven weeks.

For comparison, the fastest-growing lung cancers take 14 weeks to double.

Under the trial, funded by The Jon Moulton Charity Trust, Mr Trotman first underwent one course of immunotherapy before following standard treatments.

The unnamed drug used, which is not yet widely available, saw him suffer a severe headache.

Doctors said this was a good sign because it showed his immune system had ‘woken up’ and was attacking the tumour.

Dr Mulholland has now urged for the same approach to be taken in future trials.

It comes as Labour MP Dame Siobhan McDonagh last month introduced a bill to parliament calling on an increase in the number of brain tumour clinical trials.

The MP for Mitcham and Morden lost her sister Baroness Margaret McDonagh, a Labour peer, to a glioblastoma in June last year.

Under the bills recommendations include, compulsory training for NHS cancer doctors on brain tumours and at least 200 patients a year to join clinical trials.