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Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Why do people insist that Jake Gyllenhaal is gay?

Jake Gyllenhaal at 'Prince of Persia' Press Conference in London

Jake Gyllenhaal as Jack Twist in "Brokeback Mountain" (2005)

Q: "Why do people keep insisting that Jake Gyllenhaal is gay? Is it because of Brokeback Mountain? Certain blogs out there label actors as "gay" as if they were talking about their eye color, but isn't the goal to keep everyone out of everybody else's bedroom, actor or no actor? I never understood how people can't see that labeling someone as gay (who isn't) even if you’re gay yourself is homophobic and harmful. Basically you're proving that there is something wrong with being gay by using it as a weapon. – Cassie, Austin, TX

A: Fantasy wish-fulfillment aside, I’ve always thought it was lazy and simple-minded to label an actor “gay” just because he’s played a gay role. As I’ve said many times, if you want to know who’s gay and closeted in Hollywood, look to the actors who have never played a gay role.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger in Brokeback Mountain (2005)

When it comes to Jake Gyllenhaal, it’s particularly annoying because I honestly believe the guy deserves a lot of credit for taking that role in Brokeback Mountain, especially since it involved him being on the “receiving end” in the tent scene. In 2005 America, for an up-and-coming lead male actor, this was a pretty big deal (and I’m completely serious about this).

But yeah, all the gossiping and rumor-mongering about Jake just proves the most cynical people in Hollywood right: that American audiences are too stupid to separate an actor from the roles he plays. And from gay blogs, no less? Sheesh.
Anna Paquin (who came out as bisexual on April 2010) shooting a Marie Claire advertisement in Easthampton

Still, I disagree with you a bit about the ultimate “goal” of the GLBT movement. Brokeback Mountain tent scene aside, being gay isn’t really about sex. There are two parts of being gay: the private part, which is what we do in our bedrooms (and kitchens and living rooms and hot tubs, if we’re lucky); and the public part, which is about relationships and rights. The only part that concerns heterosexuals is the second part". Source: www.afterelton.com

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Taylor Lautner and Robert Pattinson Talk Meeting Tom Cruise (Les Grossman)

“The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” stars Taylor Lautner and Robert Pattinson talk about their experience working with Tom Cruise while filming their skit for the MTV Movie Awards. Have they always been fans of his work? Plus, Kristen and Taylor reveal what it was like filming their highly anticipated kiss between Jacob and Bella.

Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner bring the house down at “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse” Convention where the girls go wild as the trio answers fan questions about their most embarrassing moment during filming and more.

“The Twilight Saga” star Taylor Lautner shows off his fighting and acrobatic skills in his photo shoot for the July issue of GQ. For more, go to www.gq.com.

Prince of Persia - Dastan & Tamina - Say My Name

Dastan and Tamina prepare for their wedding, with Tamina unsure of this man who just entered her life and Dastan regretting that it is not the Tamina who helped him save the world. They are married, though, and Dastan tells Tamina the story of the dagger and how it came to him. Tamina believes the story, but is not certain what she should do about it.

Eventually, she overhears Dastan telling Tus and Garsiv that marrying her was a mistake, but the two princes refuse to let him annul his marriage.

Gemma Arterton and Jake Gyllenhaal in "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time" (2010) - Behind The Scenes Featurette: Tamina

Tamina is determined from that point to show Dastan that she is still the same woman he once loved. She contemplates all that once happened, including Dastan killing himself while overseeing the dagger and slowly the story becomes a part of her memory. Though no ending is happily ever after, for Dastan and Tamina it becomes as blessed as possible.

And yes, the dancing girl and young boy represent Tamina and Dastan from when they were children.

Clips used: Jodhaa Akbar One Night With The King Prince of Persia: Sands of Time

Song: Say My Name by Within Temptation

A bit of tongue, biting & caressing lips and pouting

Jake Gyllenhaal shows us a bit of his tongue Joy (Ukraine)

More Jake's healthy tongue at sight:

Jake and other hotties biting gently their lips:

Reese Witherspoon.

Kristen Stewart.Ashley Greene.

Ben Barnes.

or placing their lips delicately on their lips:

Jake Gyllenhaal.

Kristen Stewart.

Nikki Reed.

Gemma Arterton.

Mila Jovovich.

Wynona Ryder.

Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Edward Norton.

Ben Stiller.Bruce Willis.

Robert Pattinson.

Jake Gyllenhaal (angry pouting)Gemma Arterton.

Emma Stone.

Robert Pattinson.

Robert Downey Jr.

Leslie Mann (kissy pouting on Steve Carrell "The 40 year old virgin" poster)

Katy Perry.

Michelle Trachtenberg.

Eating pickled onions with Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal in GQ Russia magazine.

"Actor Jake Gyllenhaal was a guest on the U.K.'s Friday Night with Jonathon Ross program which features the latest celebrities, musicians and comedians.

Jake was challenged to a pickled onion eating contest with an audience member. In case you don't know what pickled onions are (like me), according to good ol' Wikipedia:

"Pickled onions are a popular pickled food consisting of onions pickled in a solution of vinegar and salt, often with other preservatives and flavourings. In the United Kingdom they are often eaten alongside fish and chips or as part of a Ploughman's lunch."

Who do you think won the contest, Jake or the audience member? Well watch here to find out".

Georgia eats pickled onions with Jake from Hotsauce TV on Vimeo.

Jonathan summons a member of the audience to eat pickled onions with Jake Gyllenhaal (series 18, show 15, May 2010)

This clip was brought to you by Hotsauce TV, the independent production company behind Friday Night With Jonathan Ross