The 2,428th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was dedicated yesterday in honor of comic book industry icon Stan Lee, and the crowds turned out to cheer on their hero. more ›

Wait, what happend to Vincent D'Onofrio? Marvel's thunder god of Norse mythology, Thor, is slated for release in May 2011 during a superhero year of films starring the Green Lantern (Warner Bros.), Green Hornet (Sony), Captain America (Marvel/Paramount) and more X-Men (Fox). Golden locks and a magic hammer? Ahem. Yes please. more ›

Says Vroman's of tonight' event: "Molly Ringwald will always be remembered as the epitome of teenage angst, love, and heartbreak. But in the real world, she’s approaching another important birthday - she’s turning 40. In this vibrant collection of life stories and candid advice, Molly helps guide women of all ages through the issues that crop up long after the prom ends. Whether she's discussing sex and beauty, personal style, travel and entertaining, motherhood, or friendship, Molly embodies the spirit of being fabulous at every age, and reminds us all that prettiness is a state of mind." 7 PM. more ›

The 48th Annual Sunland-Tujunga Watermelon Fest starts this afternoon at 5 pm. On tap for the fest: a watermelon carving display, watermelon eating contest, watermelon seed spitting contest, watermelon recipe contest and the royal coronation of the Watermelon Festival Queen! There’s also a food court, wine and beer garden, artisan exhibits, carnival rides, arcade games, pony rides, petting zoo and more. The festival lasts through the weekend. Admission is $1 and will enter you in a nightly prize drawing. more ›

Okay, we lie, but that's what all of Hugh Jackman's fans would have preferred (duh). Nevertheless, the Tony and Emmy-winning actor this morning became one of the honored stars to have his hand and footprints and signature imprinted outside Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on Hollywood Blvd. Of course, X-Men Origins: Wolverine comes out on Friday, May 1st. more ›

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced this morning that Austrlian actor Hugh Jackman will host the 81st Academy Awards on Sunday, February 22nd at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. He's presented at the ceremony before, but this will be his first time as a host. "[Jackman] has style, elegance and a sense of occasion," the producers said of the star, who was recently named one of the sexiest men alive by People Magazine, in a joint statement. He's starred in Baz Luhrmann's Australia, the X-Men movies and the upcoming and most anticipated X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Jackman won an Emmy in 2005 for his hosting skills at a Tony Awards ceremony. He also won a Tony in 2004 for Best Actor in a Musical. more ›