In John Grisham's bestselling novel "The Pelican Brief," investigative journalist Gray Grantham and law student Darby Shaw uncover a political conspiracy and in the process, end up between the sheets.

First dates are always awkward. Between not knowing what to say, fumbling with the check when it arrives at the table, or wondering whether there will be a kiss

In Hollywood there seems to be an everlasting stereotype that actors are extremely good looking and almost immortal. They are the untouchable eye candy on the screen.

Where in the world are black women in today's entertainment? There is a significant dearth in quality images of African-American women in television and film. And no, Oprah's un-Godly success and stature doesn't diminish this truth.

Happy Birthday to "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace" star Jake Lloyd (1989), supermodel Niki Taylor (1975), "Star Trek: Enterprise" actress Jolene Blalock (1975), "Hitch" actress Eva Mendes (1974), Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante (1970), French hip-hop artist MC Solaar (1969), British singer Andy Gibb (1958; d. 1988),

Eva Mendes has only left rehab for a temporary break - and will be checking back into the Utah clinic, her publicist has confirmed. The actress entered the Cirque Lodge facility last month amid reports she was battling substance abuse issues.

Actress Eva Mendes has reportedly checked into the Utah rehab facility where Lindsay Lohan spent last summer. Reports suggest the Hitch star is battling substance abuse issues, but full details weren't available as WENN went to press.

I'm a fan of previews. There are few joys in this world to 20 minutes of sitting back, relaxing, and forgetting what movie you actually came in to see.

Eva Mendes has poked fun at Will Smith's action hero status by revealing that he can't handle his booze. Mendes, who starred alongside the Hollywood superstar in Hitch, was left amused by how quickly lightweight Smith got drunk.

Will Smith is reluctant to play a villain on the big screen - because it would conflict with his natural instinct to make people laugh.