Reese and her husband Jim Toth are reportedly looking at properties in Nashville, and it’s not for the usual house/ranch/celebrity compound, but rather, a hotel.

Hotel Witherspoon. Toth House?

Either works, and as you can tell I’m super into this idea. Usually I’m the fi…      

Kerry Washington covers the new issue of Marie Claire. It’s a decent but uneventful shoot, but I guess it’s worth noting that Marie Claire – unlike InStyle a few months ago – did not Photoshop Kerry into oblivion. As for the interview… it was conducted by Lena Dunham. Ugh. Lena recently filmed a guest appearance on Scandal, and she and Kerry are pretty supportive of each other. I like that this generation of actresses seems to be supportive of each other, but I feel like Lena is just as much of a “friend collector” as Taylor Swift. Lena is looking to make friendships with women who will further legitimize her as “the voice of a generation.” You can read some highlights here and here are some excerpts:

Kerry Washington on privacy: “Earlier in my career I was much more super-sharey. There were moments when I wanted to process things that were happening to me more privately, and I didn’t have the space to do it, because once you let people in, they’re in and you don’t get to say, ‘Oh, I want this for myself.’”

On fashion: “I just put myself in a boot camp of figuring it out—and realized that I really loved it. I guess because I came to it later in life, I realized, ‘Oh, going to a fashion show is like going to the opening of Degas at the Met or going to see Swan Lake.’”

On growing up: “I didn’t grow up thinking I was pretty; there was always a prettier girl than me. So I learned to be smart and tried to be funny and develop the inside of me, because I felt like that’s what I had.”

On family: “I just want [daughter Isabelle] to know that she’s heard. Really heard, because I feel like that is what we all really want. When I think about any of the missteps in my life that I’ve made, all of which I’m grateful for, it’s because I just so wanted to be truly seen and heard for who I am and was afraid I wasn’t or wouldn’t be. I see you, I hear you, I’m with you as you are.”

[From Marie Claire]

I understand what Kerry says about handling her private business with more discretion. It’s pretty true – you’d be hard-pressed to find an actress so active on social media and engaged with fans who also manages to be an utter mystery. We know next to nothing about her marriage or her daughter. We know some of her Hollywood friends, but even then… we don’t know who Kerry really spends time with. Is that a good way to operate in today’s celebrity world? I think it is, although it makes for some somewhat boring interviews.

Incidentally, Kerry was just cast as Anita Hill in HBO’s TV movie, Confirmation, about Clarence Thomas’ Senate confirmation hearing for the Supreme Court. Kerry will be executive producing the film too. Hill made the media rounds a few years ago when she was promoting a documentary about her life, her work and her moment of infamy. I watched several of her interviews and she came across so, so well. I think Kerry is sort of perfect casting. But who will play Justice Thomas?!

Photos courtesy of Tesh/Marie Claire.

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Resident Evil actress Milla Jovovich and husband, director Paul W.S. Anderson, enjoyed a hike with their dogs in Los Angeles, Calif. on Wednesday (March 11). The following day, the expectant mama, 39, stepped out with some pals for a hike at Runyon Canyon in Hollywood.

Last week, the Zoolander star shared a special message with fans via Facebook.

“I have to say, if I wasn’t hiking 5 1/2 to 6 miles every day, I think I would be 20 lbs. heavier than I am right now (185 lbs.) which is still reasonable for pregnancy gain,” Milla wrote. “So after “breakfast” yesterday, Paul drove us home -and I was already falling asleep in the car- where I crashed out immediately for 2 hours on the couch! When I woke up, I could hardly drag myself up, but I knew that a good walk was just what my lethargic body could use to work off some of that horrifically amazing food. I’ve also gained quite a lot of water weight, so my feet felt like they were 10 lbs. a piece and I could hardly put my running shoes on! It all felt like one of those dreams where you’re running, but it feels like no matter how hard you try, you’re running through sand.”

The model-actress went on to talk about the benefits of keeping the body moving.

“Well, we finally got out of the house and the first part of the hike was tough, I admit, but halfway up the mountain, it was like my body just started working or something,” she shared. “It was this great re boot and the cogs started turning. I got more energy and really woke up. Because we went a bit late (after our naps) we took the shorter, but more intense hike, so though I only got 10,500 steps, half of them were vertical which is a much tougher work out.”

She added: “It goes with out saying that with only 3 1/2 weeks to go before delivery, I’m getting kind of exhausted carrying all this extra weight around. Plus ask any pregnant lady and she’ll tell you that getting any sleep at this point is challenging to say the least! My dad and my husband have been taking over in the kitchen, my dad is an amazing chef and my husband does very well under my supervision wink emoticon!”

Milla and Paul are expecting their second daughter. They are already parents to 7-year-old daughter Ever.

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Last October, during the height of the Ebola epidemic in East Africa, NBC’s chief medical correspondent Dr. Nancy Snyderman defiantly broke quarantine on her return to the US. A freelance cameraman working with Snyderman’s team had contracted Ebola in Libera. As a result, Snyderman and her team agreed to a voluntary 21 day quarantine, the disease’s maximum incubation period. Two weeks into their quarantine, Snyderman and other members of her team were spotted getting takeout soup in NJ. When the press called her out on potentially spreading the deadly disease, Snyderman issued a dismissive non-apology. She said, in part, “As a health professional I know that we have no symptoms and pose no risk to the public, but I am deeply sorry for the concerns this episode caused.” After that incident, the quarantine was made mandatory for Snyderman and her group.

Snyderman is now leaving her post at NBC to work at an unnamed medical school. In a statement announcing the move, she cited the controversy over her refusal to adhere to Ebola quarantine guidelines as part of the reason she no longer wants the job.

“I stepped out of the OR a few years ago and it is now time for me to return to my roots, so I am stepping down from my position as Chief Medical Editor at NBC News. Covering the Ebola epidemic last fall in Liberia, and then becoming part of the story upon my return to the U.S., contributed to my decision that now is the time to return to academic medicine. I will be shortly taking up a faculty position at a major U.S. medical school. More needs to be done to communicate medicine and science to our viewers and citizens, especially in times of crisis, and with my experiences in the field and on air, that is going to be a priority for me.

“I have loved my nine years at NBC and I am proud of the work my team has done. Very few people get the chance to combine two professions and I have appreciated the chance to inform the public about medical updates and the plight of so many in other countries. Every moment has been an honor.”

[From Dr. Nancy Snyderman via Deadline]

As Kaiser said to me, at least Snyderman isn’t going to be treating any patients. This lady still doesn’t get it. She thinks it’s the press’s fault for catching her violating quarantine and making a big deal out of it when she knows best. What’s more is that she seems to be implying that the press was irresponsible and riled up the citizenry. “More needs to be done to communicate medicine and science to our viewers and citizens, especially in times of crisis.” She’s referring to the fact that she got called out, right?

Gawker points out that Snyderman may have sealed the deal by slurring through an NBC news segment on peanut allergies last month. She seemed drunk or on pills while struggling to explain the results of a new peanut allergy patch study. You can see that segment here.

Deadline lets us know that Snyderman’s departure may also have to do with a change in leadership at NBC News, which was content to cover for her arrogance at the time. NBC is thought to be hiring Andrew Lack to head up the news division. Lack previously ran NBC News from 1993 to 2001. It’s unknown what his return will mean for Brian Williams, although NBC Nightly News remains top in the ratings with Lester Holt anchoring. It’s doubtful Brian Williams is coming back. Snyderman likely quit before she could get fired. Maybe Williams should do the same.

photo credit: NBC

Pamela Anderson stepped out last night in LA at the premiere of The Gunman, escorted by her son Brandon. Pam recently filed for divorce from Rick Salomon and has resisted the urge to get back together with him. So far. It’s been a month. Good.

Look at the difference in her.

This hai…      

Expectant parents Kate Middleton and Prince William stepped out to St. Paul’s Cathedral for a Service of Commemoration for troops who were stationed in Afghanistan on Friday (March 13) in London, England.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were joined by other members of the royal family, including Prince Harry, Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, all donning shades of blue.

The service honored the 433 killed and the 150,000 armed forces personnel who served in the 13-year conflict.

The pregnant Duchess, 33, looked every bit the radiant mum-to-be in an elegant knee-length navy coat with matching fascinator and chic low bun.

Kate has been making several appearances this week. On Wednesday, the Duchess was seen visiting an art studio in Kent, and on Thursday, she toured the set of Downtown Abbey in West London.

The royal couple – who are already parents to 19-month-old son Prince George – expect their second child within weeks.

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Anna Faris covers the April issue of Health magazine. She gives lots of quotes about food (loves it) and exercise (mostly hates it). I’m including excerpts where she talks about how Chris Pratt won’t let her cook fattening meals anymore. Chris previously acknowledged that Anna misses his chubby physique: “She likes me fat.” He understands, but he’s in the position where Marvel actually visited his home to check his weight. Chris also admitted to being an emotional eater and how he feels much better now that he’s fit. Anna gets it, but she still misses her giant teddy bear. I think they’re fine.

Anna discusses her acceptance of the paparazzi. She sees their presence as part of her job. She doesn’t mind when they follow her family and take photos. Anna talks about “some celebrities” being “so mean.” Is she shading celebs like Kristen Bell who have actively campaigned against the paps? I don’t know. Jennifer Garner and Halle Berry testified for the anti-pap bill, and Garner says the legislation made her kids’ lives easier. Paps CAN be obnoxious to kids – remember when one shouted insults at Suri Cruise? Awful.

There’s another side of the pap equation too. Celebrity photos are a huge industry that spawns a symbiotic relationship in many cases. Anna realizes this and doesn’t fight the tide:

On diet & exercise: “I do kind of have to watch it, but things are working in my favor right now. My job is so physical. I just don’t have time to sit down. I’ll get, like, a 15-minute break to eat a little bit, and then they’re like, ‘C’mon, we have to go!’ The other thing is that Chris is on a diet, which is helping me. I love to cook big, fattening meals. I make a really good roast chicken with homemade croutons that are fried and delicious. I used to be able to spend all day making a meal–drinking wine, cooking and watching television. Right now, I’m chasing Jack all day long. As he gets older, I’ll find it trickier to keep the weight off because we’ll start to sit down for meals. And Chris won’t let me cook those meals for him anymore. It’s just sad.”

She doesn’t mind paps: “I don’t know if my husband would necessarily agree, but most of them are pretty nice guys, just trying to make a living, and a lot of them are apologetic. I think some celebrities are so mean to them and resent them so much. I mostly feel scared just going out without makeup on. [Paparazzi] are a part of the job. Yesterday Chris and I took Jack to the train museum. There were paparazzi, but we were just like, ‘It’s an odd thing that’s happening, but let’s not stress or stress Jack out.’ At one point, Chris turned to me and said, ‘I don’t think I’ve ever been happier in my whole life.’ And I felt the same way.”

She’s not fussy with her appearance: “I would love to be in a place where somebody comes to my house and just, like, spray-tans me and does my roots. But I just don’t have the patience for it. I don’t want to spend my free time doing that stuff. Even with massage these days, I’m like, ‘Ugh.’ I like to unwind with some wine and movies, and spend time with Chris and Jack.”

Yoga is not for her: “I want to do yoga, which is so good for me, but when I have to be quiet, I just kind of go crazy. I put mental pressure on myself, like, ‘Am I supposed to be feeling something? My mind is not clear. My mind is not clear.’”

When she feels sexiest: “Probably at home with my husband. He makes me feel really beautiful even when I’m feeling disgusting. I’ll be in boxer shorts and a grubby T-shirt with greasy hair, and he’ll still be like, ‘Whoa, honey. Whoaaa.’”

[From Health]

Anna’s attitude towards paparazzi seems so laid back. I’m reminded of the time when Nicole Kidman bought beer for all the photogs on her wedding day to Keith Urban. It’s like, “I’m happy and don’t see the point of letting a flashing mob bring me down.” But I’m not saying some celebs don’t have the right to complain, especially when kids grow scared of shouting men with cameras.

I appreciate how Anna pays lip service to the unimportance of spray tans and constant root touchups. Raising a small child on top of a job swallows the day, and she’s prioritizing. Why doesn’t Anna just go with a darker shade of hair? Then she could skip the maintenance appointments.

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Led by Her Majesty, all senior members of the Royal Family attended a commemoration service today at St Paul’s Cathedral to honour those who died in Afghanistan. For the Queen’s family, this is more than just an official responsibility. As you know, Prince Harry served twice in Afghan…      

We’re coming up on Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall’s tenth wedding anniversary. What’s the gift for ten years? I had to look it up: it’s tin or aluminum. Hm… maybe he’ll get her an aluminum tea kettle? Anyway, to celebrate their ten years together as a married couple (nevermind the decades she spent as his mistress and girlfriend), Charles has given an exclusive interview to CNN International about their marriage and why Camilla is so great, and why she’ll be an amazing queen. I’m including the video at the end of the post. Some highlights:

Camilla is fun & encouraging: “It’s always nice to have somebody on your side. She is an enormous support, and sees the funny side of life, thank God. It’s always marvelous to have somebody who, you know, you feel understands and wants to encourage. Although she certainly pokes fun if I get too serious about things. And all that helps.”

Camilla’s charity work role: “She’s done an enormous amount for the whole issue around osteoporosis, which of course runs in her family,” he said, noting that Camilla’s mother and grandmother both suffered from the bone disease. He also points to other issues Camilla is associated with, including literacy and preventing sexual violence.

The challenge Camilla faced to get the British public to accept her: “You can imagine it is a real, real challenge. But she’s, I think, been brilliant in the way she’s tackled these things.”

[From CNN & People]

As many long-time royal watchers have pointed out, Charles really wanted to be with a woman who mothered him and supported him unconditionally, just as Diana wanted to be with a man who would “rescue” her and support her unconditionally. That’s why their marriage didn’t work. And Camilla was always going to come out ahead because, as those royal-watchers have widely discussed, Camilla looks very much like Charles’ most beloved childhood nanny. It’s creepy when you think about it like that, right? Anyway, that’s what I was reminded of when I watched this video – Charles loves Camilla because she takes care of him in a motherly way. Oh, well. At least they’re happy.

Photos courtesy of WENN, Fame/Flynet.