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  1. 'Devious Maids' Criticized for Portrayals of Hispanics

    Fri, 21 Jun 2013

    been accused of typecasting women of color. MORE: Sofia Vergara Called Highest-Paid Actress on Television Actress Octavia Spencer , who is African-American, won an Academy award last year for her portrayal of a maid in the film "The Help

  2. Julianne Hough Chops Her Hair

    Fri, 12 Apr 2013

    last month. She recently wrapped Diablo Cody's film "Paradise" in which she stars alongside "The Help" star Octavia Spencer and Hough's "Rock of Ages" co-star Russell Brand. The film is set for release later this year. RELATED: Ryan

  3. Chicago Gym Offers Overweight Only Membership

    Fri, 22 Mar 2013

    clothes for bigger girls. "I think in today's world, when there's so many positive role models out there, Octavia Spencer , Adele, Melissa McCarthy from 'Bridesmaids' and lots of people like that, I think, are changing the way things

  4. Sundance Stars Defend Sexually Charged Movies

    Mon, 21 Jan 2013

    plays Gordon-Levitt's father in the film, said porn is why parents should want their kids to watch this movie. Octavia Spencer on 'Fruitvale' and Life After Oscar "I think it's a picture that a lot of fathers and mothers might want their

  5. Sundance 2013: The 5 Best Quotes

    Sun, 20 Jan 2013

    the five best quotes we've gathered so far: 1. Octavia Spencer (star and co-executive producer, "Fruitvale I've been dying to meet, it's time to retire." Octavia Spencer on 'Fruitvale' and Life After Oscar 2. Daniel Radcliffe

  6. Octavia Spencer on 'Fruitvale' and Life After Oscar

    Sun, 20 Jan 2013

    PARK CITY, Utah - Octavia Spencer , Oscar winner, is the star of "Fruitvale," one of the most powerful, emotional, and well-received movies at Sundance

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  1. Sundance Celebrity Sightings: Alessandra Ambrosio Hits the Slopes

    Sun, 20 Jan 2013

    Decay's beauty bar in the Fender lounge. Jane Seymour touched up her hair at the Keratin Complex pop up salon. Octavia Spencer copped a new Speck case for her iPhone at Variety's Sundance studio, and also popped into the Talent Resources

  2. Sundance Celebrity Sightings: Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson, and More Party in the Snow

    Sat, 19 Jan 2013

    Spectacular Now," joined her there. Over at Oakley's Learn to Ride lounge, Adrian Grenier spent the day snowboarding. Octavia Spencer and Ben Savage stopped by to try on sunglasses, and Lil Jon came through for tequila shots. PHOTOS: Stars at the

  3. Kim Kardashian, Snooki and More Share What They're Thankful For

    Thu, 22 Nov 2012

    nice & non denominational & enjoy friends & family & have a drink & celebrate life everyday." "The Help" actress Octavia Spencer shared some Thanksgiving tips with her followers. "Thxgiving WARNINGS: DON'T fry a turkey indoors. DON'T hide

  4. Leap Year Politics

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

    won Academy Awards since, including Halle Berry, who is the lone black woman to win Best Actress, in 2001, and Octavia Spencer , who won Best Supporting Actress for her role in "The Help" this year. Feb. 29, 1952 Rep. Bart Stupak was born

  5. Mammy to Minnie: Black Women Oscar Winners

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

    After Octavia Spencer won the Academy Award for best supporting actress, Jennifer Hudson , who won the same award in 2006, was first to welcome her

  6. Octavia Spencer Reveals 'White Noise' of Oscars Win

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

    Octavia Spencer did not see Hollywood's biggest names leap to their feet when she was announced as Best Supporting Actress at Sunday night's

  7. Oscars' Big Winners Dish Backstage

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

    Carpet While Streep was suffering from wardrobe distress, her fellow Oscar-winning actress, Best Supporting Actress Octavia Spencer , told Roberts that she was just happy she made it to the stage safely. "I think they were happy that I didn't

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  1. 'Devious Maids' Stirs Up Racial Controversy

    Fri, 21 Jun 2013

    been accused of typecasting women of color. I'm going to have the kill that woman. Reporter: Just last year, octavia spencer won for her role in "the help." But it dates back to a stereotype. And now, viewers are angry all over again

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  2. Octavia Spencer on Oscar Win, Standing Ovation

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

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  3. Octavia Spencer on Her Oscar Nomination

    Tue, 24 Jan 2012

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  4. Oscar Winners Meryl Streep, Spencer on Big Win

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

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  5. 'The Help' Looks to Win Big at Academy Awards

    Mon, 6 Feb 2012

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  6. Best Supporting Actresses

    Wed, 22 Feb 2012

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  7. Oscars Red Carpet 2012: Winners and Losers

    Mon, 27 Feb 2012

    Dresses worn by Octavia Spencer , Meryl Streep and Angelina Jolie create buzz.

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