Mariah Carey's 'Precious' role was first offered to Helen MirrenNovember 3rd, 2009 more images
more imagesWASHINGTON - Mariah Carey has revealed that she bagged her critically acclaimed role of a social worker in the 2009 American drama 'Precious' after legendary actress Helen Mirren had pulled out of the project. The 39-year-old Carey, who played Mrs.
Amid Oscar buzz, 'Precious' premieres in Hollywood; Winfrey, Perry among gala attendeesNovember 2nd, 2009 more images
more images'Precious' makes a 'surreal' premiere in HollywoodLOS ANGELES — The cast and crew of "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire" continued their unexpected journey from a scrappy little screening 10 months ago at the Sundance Film Festival to a star-studded gala at the legendary Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. "I'm speechless," said director Lee Daniels at an event hosted by the American Film Institute on Sunday.
Mirren & Castellitto Win Top Honours At Rome Film FestivalOctober 24th, 2009 DAME HELEN MIRREN and Italy's SERGIO CASTELLITTO have scored the big acting honours at the Rome Film Festival in Italy. The Queen star Mirren was named Best Actress for her portrayal of Leo Tolstoy's wife in The Last Station, while Castellitto claimed the festival's Best Actor prize for Alza la Testa.
Mariah Carey wants "balancing act" in lifeOctober 14th, 2009 KUALA LUMPUR - Pop singer Mariah Carey wants to have a "balanced" life, which gives her the opportunity to make great music as well as lead a "normal" family life away from the glamour celeb world. The New Straits Times Online quoted her as saying: "I hope to be able to do both.
Precious Director Defends Mo'niqueOctober 5th, 2009 Director LEE DANIELS has leaped to the defence of his PRECIOUS movie star MO'NIQUE, amid rumours the comedienne has refused to promote the OPRAH WINFREY-produced film without compensation. The movie, which also features Mariah Carey, is a gritty drama produced by talk show host Winfrey and media mogul Tyler Perry.
The New York premiere of 'Precious' (Mariah Carey)October 3rd, 2009 Mariah Carey The New York premiere of 'Precious' at the Alice Tully Hall New York City.more images
Mariah Carey (Mariah Carey, Mariah Carey)September 30th, 2009
more imagesMariah Carey promotes her new fragrance 'Forever' at Macy's Herald Square New York City.
Winfrey's Precious Wins Top Toronto AwardSeptember 21st, 2009 MARIAH CAREY and OPRAH WINFREY's new movie PRECIOUS scooped the top award at the Toronto Film Festival on Saturday (19Sep09). The movie, a gritty drama produced by talk show host Winfrey and featuring singer Carey, was honoured with the People's Choice award at the annual event in Canada.
Quote Of The Day (Mariah Carey)September 14th, 2009 "When you're with MARIAH CAREY, you've got to operate on Mariah Carey time... If we gotta be somewhere at six, I don't get dressed 'til seven.
Oprah sees self in film on sexually exploited teenSeptember 14th, 2009 TORONTO - Talk show queen Oprah Winfrey says she recognises herself in the the exploited girl Precious Jones, the protagonist of her film "Precious" about a Harlem teen sexually abused by her father. Oprah is executive producer of the African-American film based on the novel "Push" by Sapphire.
Mirren Sobs Over Queen FootageSeptember 9th, 2009 DAME HELEN MIRREN bursts into tears every time she sees footage of British monarch QUEEN ELIZABETH II as a young girl - because the video inspired her to portray the royal in her Oscar-winning movie. The veteran star picked up the Best Actress Academy Award for her role as Elizabeth in 2006 picture The Queen.
Mariah Carey dresses up like Eminem in new videoJuly 1st, 2009 NEW YORK - Pop star Mariah Carey took a dig at her ex-boyfriend Eminem, as she dressed up as the rapper in a new music video. The 39-year-old singer dressed up as a man twice in her new video 'Obsessed', directed by Brett Ratner.
Nick Cannon wants Mariah Carey to perform on America's Got TalentJune 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Rapper Nick Cannon is persuading wife Mariah Carey to perform at America's Got Talent. Cannon has replaced Jerry Springer as the host on the new season, which kicked off in the U.S.
Mariah Carey forced to 'deglamourise' on set of new film PreciousMay 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Mariah Carey was forced to tone down her infamous diva tantrums and "deglamourise" on the set of her new film 'Precious', after being made to share a trailer with her co-stars. The singer, who plays a social worker in the upcoming movie, was refused special treatment by director Lee Daniels.
Mariah Carey left waiting for screening of her new movieMay 18th, 2009 LONDON - Pop diva Mariah Carey had to wait for the screening of her new movie 'Precious' at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 15, after film director Martin Scorsese took longer than expected with the presentation of his forthcoming film. Carey, 39, who had a small role as a social worker in the upcoming flick, had to wait patiently for the film's promotional slot, which was pushed back after Scorsese took time in introducing his new film 'The Red Shoes'.
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