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Evan Rachel Wood came out as bisexual to help young people struggling with their own sexuality.
The 24-year-old actress publically admitted she was attracted to women and men earlier this year and she insists she made the decision because she felt it was her duty as a famous person.
Wood – who told her family she was bisexual a couple of years ago – told The Guardian newspaper: “It’s a big part of who I am and growing up when I was feeling unsure about myself and my feelings, I would hear about actresses I looked up to being very open about it. So if I can return the favour and somebody who is freaking out and confused about themselves can hear, ‘You’re not the only one and this is totally normal and fine and there’s nothing to be ashamed about,’ then right on.”
The ‘Ides of March’ star was previously engaged to shock rocker Marilyn Manson and the pair caused outrage when they simulated sex in his ‘Heart Shaped Glasses’ video while blood poured down on them.
Wood – who began the relationship when she was just 19 – received a lot of criticism for her romance with Manson because it started in the wake of his separation from his wife Dita Von Teese, but she has no regrets.
The screen beauty – who split from the musician in 2010 – explained: “I hopped on a tour bus, got engaged, went nuts. But no regrets, I would do it all again in a heartbeat. It was like life bootcamp … If you don’t know me or the situation, then you can’t really have an opinion about it. The real story has never been told and I’ve never felt the need to come out and defend myself, because I know what happened and I know I’m not that. I don’t need people’s approval of my personal life.”
Evan Rachel Wood’s first fully frontal nude scene was toasted by Kate Winslet.
The 24-year-old actress stripped off for her role in Oscar-winning HBO mini-series ‘Mildred Pierce’ and although she was going to “chicken out” her co-star Kate – a screen nudity veteran – gave her loads of encouragement and was waiting with a stiff drink once it was over.
Evan said: “Kate is one of the strongest, bravest women I’ve met. She’s so confident and is so comfortable with her body; which makes her so beautiful.
“I had to appear completely nude and I was going to chicken out, but she really put the scene and that moment into perspective and she was right. I’m so glad I did it. She was waiting with a drink for me afterwards. A toast to my first full frontal. Not that I’m in a hurry to do it again.”
The bisexual star – who dated Marilyn Manson for three years – also explained working with the likes of George Clooney and Robert Redford on films encouraged her to embrace her sexuality and stand up for what she believes in.
Speaking about the pair in an interview with Stylist magazine, she said: “Working with people like them is one of the reasons I finally came out [as bisexual] this year.
“If you’re in a position where you have the opportunity to go on record and say what you believe in and hopefully help someone, I feel like there is no reason to hide who you are.”
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Mamma mia, the Venice International Film Festival is upon us once more, and the stars certainly pulled out all the stops for this big red-carpet event.
Top style snaps have to go to Thirteen Evan Rachel Wood for completely stealing the show in a long white shirt-gown with Giuseppe Zanotti shoes and Bulgari jewellery. Pure Italian glamour all the way – this is one girl that knows how to dress up, and dress up well. We also loved her hair. While in the past the beautiful actress has opted for long, sculptured 40s waves, for the Film Festival she went for a short, sleek crop slicked back in a masculine ‘do.
Diane Kruger refused to be outshone by Evan, however, and looked like a fairytale in a sparkle-encrusted Elie Saab gown with silver peep-toes and loose, girlish wavy hair. Diane never fails to dazzle us with her red carpet style. Another winner was the actress Marisa Tomei, whose elegant draped mustard dress earned her some serious fashion respect from us.
Representing the models of the glitterati was everyone’s favourite supermodel, Cindy Crawford, showing us that she’s still got it even if the 90s are over in a one-shouldered scarlet Roberto Cavalli evening gown and effortlessly teased hair. Meanwhile, Bianca Brandolini looked sexy in a long-sleeved leopard print gown with a ruffled hem and caramel-coloured hair.
Providing arm candy for the girls’ press pictures was the lovely Mr George Clooney, who looked all twinkly and foxy in a lovely classic tuxedo with his silvery hair slicked back. George, you don’t get older, you just get better.
Check out who we spotted at the Venice Film Festival in the gallery.
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Evan Rachel Wood is “up for” dating girls.
The 23-year-old actress revealed she has had partners of both genders and now she is looking for love she doesn’t mind whether her next relationship is with a man or woman.
She said: “[I'm] up for anything. Meet a nice guy, meet a nice girl …
“I was always into very androgynous things. Guys, girls … I’m into androgyny in general.”
The ‘True Blood’ star – who famously had a three-year on/off relationship with gothic rocker Marilyn Manson, which came to an end last year – also admitted that when she dates girls she adapts the male role in the relationship.
She explained to Esquire magazine: “I’m more of like the guy when it comes to girls. I’m the dominant one.
“I’m opening the doors, I’m buying dinner. Yeah I’m romantic.”
However, despite her penchant for dating members of the same sex, the blonde beauty admitted in November that she still loves Marilyn, to whom she was engaged.
She said: “He had a hand in raising me! Oh, I’m always gonna love that guy. He’s a genius, he’s an amazing artist, we’re still friends. Some things just aren’t meant to be.”
Robin Wright and Evan Rachel Wood have vowed never to wear corsets again after donning them for their new movie ‘The Conspirator’.
Robin, 45, and her 23-year-old co-star both struggled to get to grips with the costumes for the movie set during the Civil War as they filmed in 100 degree heat on location in Savannah, Georgia.
Robin said: “I will never put on a corset again. I vow to never wear one again. That was the toughest part of the role, wearing that in the 100-degree heat on the set.”
Evan added: “Having to walk around with your own gravitational pull was insane. I don’t know how women did that. Robin and I kept talking about that the whole time. Even sitting down becomes an event.”
Evan also struggled with the lack of make-up as she admits she “can’t leave the house without mascara” although her less than glam on-screen look did help her to get into character.
She is quoted as telling People magazine: “It’s part of the territory. Playing a historical person, it helps. I didn’t think I looked anything like the [character] until they put the eyebrows on me, and the hair. It’s kind of eerie.”
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I love when actresses dress for formal occasions to show off their tattoos, so think this shot of the back of Evan Rachel Wood’s dress is pretty rock and roll. But, the dress itself was a bit tame, if beautiful. Not a lot of risks on tonight’s red carpet! Wood is wearing Elie Saab, with Stuart Weitzman shoes, a Sergio Rossi bag and Neil Lane jewelry. She also told Ryan Seacrest she was wearing Benefit perfume, teehee.
Someone said after one of the previous awards shows that she is going to regret wearing so much makeup when she was young, because it really ages her, and I think that rang true tonight as well. Just because your boyfriend wears a ton of makeup doesn’t mean you have to, honey.
Kyra Sedgwick (nominee, female actor drama for The Closer) – vintage Chanel
Angelina Jolie (nominee, female lead drama for The Changeling) – Max Azria, she says that she always looks for something comfortable. How about something that doesn’t look like a sack?
Jenna Fischer (ensemble comedy for The Office) – Pamela Roland, Neil Lane jewels
Christina Applegate (nominee, female actor comedy for Samantha Who) – Emanuel Ungaro
Laura Linney (nominee, female actor miniseries for John Adams) – Michael Kors, great color, citrus is in! Kathy Waterman earrings
Teri Hatcher (nominee, ensemble cast comedy for Desperate Housewives) – Monique Luillier
Evan Rachel Wood – Sergio Rossi shoes, Monique Luillier gown
Claire Danes (presenter) – Nina Ricci, Fred Leighton jewels
Kate Winslet (nominee, lead actree drama for The Reader) – Narciso Rodriguez, Chopard
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One thing’s for sure, black wasn’t boring on the red carpet at tonight’s Golden Globe Awards. These three ladies stunned, shimmered and sparkled in dark, dramatic gowns. Evan Rachel Wood chose a different, tiered silhouette shot through with silver sequins and accessorized by her charming tattoo. Anne Hathaway wore a navy blue Armani Prive gown and simple earrings for a very classic, very old school Anne look. We knew Amy Adams (seen here with Darren Le Gallo) would be one of our favorites when we first saw her in the strapless Oscar de la Renta applique gown.
Click here to see which other stars chose dark hues for the Golden Globes.
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