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Celebrity May 2011 Quotes


Celebrity May 2011 Quotes
Celebrity May 2011 Quotes. The world didn't actually end this month, but a few careers did . Read about those swan songs, plus see which international shockers and steamy scandals made headlines in May. 
Harold Camping
"There is no possibility that it will not happen because our information comes from the Bible."

The Christian radio broadcaster  was the key figure behind a popular doomsday prediction that did not come to pass.
President Barack Obama
"On nights like this one, we can say that justice has been done."

On May 1, the president announced the death of the world's most-wanted terrorist.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
"While I deserve your attention and criticism, my family does not."

The former California governor publicly admitted to having an affair and fathering a child out of wedlock . He made the admission after he and his wife announced they are separating .
Dominique Strauss-Kahn
"It is with infinite sadness that I feel compelled today to present to the Executive Board my resignation …"

The IMF accepted the resignation of its managing director after he was arrested for investigation of sexual assault charges.

Lars von Trier
"I understand Hitler ... I sympathize with him a bit."

During a press conference at a prestigious film festival, the Danish director — who's worked with the likes of Nicole Kidman and Bjork — joked about his German heritage.
Newt Gingrich
"I'm not commenting on stuff like that. ... I frankly don't want to play the gotcha games in Washington."

The GOP presidential candidate refused to address recent reports that he has carried significant debt to a luxury store.
Jennifer Lawrence
"We don't drink blood … that's sick."

This indie actress joked about her highly anticipated new movie role to David Letterman, who assumed the plot was just another "vampire deal."
Stephen Hawking
"There is no heaven. ...That is a fairy story for people afraid of the dark."

In an interview with a British newspaper, the famed physicist expressed his belief that the afterlife doesn't exist.
Hillary Clinton
"These are not Western concepts; these are universal human rights."

The secretary of state voiced these words of support of individuals "fighting for equality and justice" on May 17, a significant day for a community working to end discrimination.
Ed Fleming
"It's a historic time we're in all along the Mississippi River."

The commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers explains plans to flood a region of Louisiana to reduce pressure from the rising river.
Kristen Wiig
"We wanted to write a comedy, not a female comedy, just a comedy that has a lot of women in it."

The "SNL" alum discussed the new film that she both co-wrote and starred in
Sugar Ray Leonard
"I realized I would never be free unless I revealed the truth."

In his forthcoming autobiography, the hall of famer claimed an unnamed Olympic boxing coach abused him as a teen.
Katie Couric
"Thank you so much for coming on this extraordinary journey with me."

On May 19, the evening news anchor signed off for the last time, leaving the post after five years.
Don Lemon
"An African-American male is taught that he has to be masculine."

The cable news anchor discussed the difficulty of revealing his homosexuality, an announcement he made public in his new memoir.
Lady Gaga
"My parents got me Stevie Wonder 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered' and the Beatles when I was younger. … Good choices, Mom and Dad."

During her MTV special, Lady Gaga recalls the music she listened to growing up.
Taylor Swift
"I was watching the coverage of the tornadoes backstage at rehearsals, and I wanted to do something for the families affected by the damage."

The influential young country star held a benefit for the residents of this hard-hit Southern town
Erik Spoelstra
"For us to have a chance to win, you cannot afford to get tired."

The Miami Heat head coach egged on one of his star players, who helped the team steal an NBA playoff win from their opponents.

Oprah Winfrey
"It is done."

After 25 years of hosting, Winfrey wrapped her daytime talk show with a star-studded finale.

Age of celebrity first-time moms


Age of celebrity first-time moms
How old were these first-time moms?
They may have more kids now, but have you ever wondered how old some celebrities and public figures were when they had their first baby? Let's wish all these moms a happy Mother's Day!
Kate Hudson
She's expecting hersecond child with this rock band's frontman, to whom she just became engaged after dating for a year. She had her first child, Ryder, now 7, with another rock star, to whom she was married for seven years.

How old was she?
Her famous mom
See photos of Ryder
See photos of Hudson
Her latest movie
Her Oscar-nominated role
Lisa Leslie
This WNBA superstar and four-time Olympic gold medalist took a break from her career when she had her first child, Lauren, now 3, with husband Michael Lockwood.She had her second child, Michael, in 2010.

How old was she?
See photos of Lauren
See photos of Leslie
Lisa Leslie
This WNBA superstar and four-time Olympic gold medalist took a break from her career when she had her first child, Lauren, now 3, with husband Michael Lockwood.She had her second child, Michael, in 2010.

How old was she?
See photos of Lauren
See photos of Leslie
Beverly D'Angelo
She was this surprising age when she had twins Olivia and Anton, now 10, with a well-known actor, to whom she was married for six years.

See photos of her twins
See photos of D'Angelo
Her recurring TV role
Her early career hit
Solange Knowles
When your sister is a superstar, the world notices when you have a baby at this age. Solange had her son, Juelz, now 6, with then-husband Daniel Smith, whom she married at age 17. They divorced after three years of marriage.

See photos of Juelz
See photos of Knowles
Listen to her music
Her famous brother-in-law
Mia Hamm
A two-time Olympic gold medalist in soccer, this superstar athlete became a first-time mom to twin girls Grace and Ava with her major-league husband, to whom she's been married for seven years. The girls are now 4 years old.

See photos of the twins
See photos of Hamm
Watch her in action
Keisha Castle-Hughes
This youngest-ever Academy Award nominee for Best Actress had her daughter, Felicity-Amore, now 4, with her boyfriend of eight years, Bradley Hull.

Her Oscar-nominated role
See photos of Felicity-Amore
See photos of Castle-Hughes
Watch clips of the actress
Celine Dion
This diva had her son Rene-Charles, now 10, with her husband and partner of 24 years, Rene Angelil, when she was 33.She gave birth to twins Eddy and Nelson in 2010.

See photos of Rene-Charles
Her new twins
Photos of Dion
Listen to her music
Watch interview clips
Halle Berry
She had her daughter, Nahla ,with former flame Gabriel Aubry, whom she dated for five years. They broke up in 2010. Nahla is now 3.

See photos of Nahla
See photos of Berry
See photos of Aubry
Her latest movie
Her Oscar-winning role
Sarah Palin
A mother of five, she had her first child, Track, when she was 25.She and husband Todd have been married for 22 years, and everyone is wondering if she'll run for president in 2012.

See photos of Track
See photos of Palin
See family photos
Watch video of Palin
Michelle Obama
The first lady had her first daughter, Malia, when she was 34. (What year was that?) Now 12, Malia and sister Sasha, age 9, are part of the first family. Michelle and Barack Obama have been married for 18 years.

See photos of Malia
See photos of Obama
See family photos
The school the girls attend
Watch Obama in action
Jamie Lynn Spears
Her famous sister was the headline-grabber in the family before Jamie Lynn had her daughter, Maddie, at this age with boyfriend Casey Aldridge. They were together for four years before breaking up in 2010. Maddie is now 2.

See photos of Maddie
See photos of Spears
Her popular Disney show
Watch video of Spears

Hillary Clinton
She became a first-time mom to daughter Chelsea at age 33.Chelsea is now 31, and Hillary and husband Bill have been married for 35 years.

See photos of Chelsea
See photos of Clinton
The Clinton family
Her current job

April quotables


April quotables

April quotables
From birth certificates, to soap operas, to natural disasters — see which sound bites and snippets made big headlines this month.
Barack Obama
The president signaled his intent to run for re-election in 2012, explaining to supporters:

"We've always known that lasting change wouldn't come quickly or easily."
Gwyneth Paltrow
Paltrow has exposed herself as quite the music lover lately (watch her channel her inner pop star). In an interview on Jay-Z’s blog, she explained that she even has a penchant for gangsta rap:

"It was an accident that I learned every word of 'Straight Outta Compton.' "
Raul Castro
Cuba’s 79-year-old president — now replacing his older brother — addressed the country’s past woes and spoke of the need for future reforms:

"Two plus two is four. Never five, much less six or seven – as we have sometimes pretended."
Hillary Clinton
Secretary of State Clinton was in Seoul speaking with South Korea’s foreign minister about future trade opportunities:

"…The truth is: We know we can do more if we can lower the barriers to trade between our countries."
Susan Lucci
When news broke that her long-running soap opera was being canceled, Lucci handled press inquiries with aplomb:

"I'm looking forward to all kinds of new and exciting opportunities."
Sarah Palin
Former Alaska Gov. Palin defended Wisconsin’s governor and his controversial new bill at a rally riddled with hecklers:

"Hey, folks! He's trying to save your jobs and your pensions!"
Jan Brewer
The governor of Arizona vetoed the so-called ‘birther’ bill:

"This is a bridge too far."
Kobe Bryant
Angry with a referee during a game the Lakers guard spat out a gay slur in his direction. He later said:

"What I said last night should not be taken literally."
Mayor Nicholas Valentine
Valentine’s city was the site of a grizzly scene, wherein a 25-year-old mother intentionally drove herself and her four children into the Hudson River.

"We are talking about a tragedy in this city that is probably second to none."
Madonna
Recent rumors emerged that the FBI was investigating the singer’s African children’s charity. She had her agent quickly refute the budding scandal:

"As we have said previously, Raising Malawi is currently undergoing a series of positive changes in an effort to serve more children."

John Boehner
The Republican House speaker helped come up with a last-minute spending bill that would avert a governmental crisis.

"This bill is not perfect. It is no cause for celebration. It is just one step."
Glenn Beck
FOX News Channel announced that Beck’s talk show  would come to an end this year.

"I will continue to tell the story and I will be showing other ways for us to connect."
Jamie Foxx
During a late-night appearance  the comedian joked that President Obama needs to work on his dancing skills:

"He's got to be able to represent America in any dance-related diplomatic situations that may arise."
Tina Fey
Fey announced that she and her husband are expecting their second child, but they’re in no rush to find out the child’s gender:

"We're going to find out ... never. Not even after it's born. I'm just going to see what it chooses to wear to prom."
Donald Trump
During a morning-show interview Trump brought up the question of the president’s citizenship.

"Maybe I'm going to do the tax returns when Obama does his birth certificate."
Bev Perdue
The governor of North Carolina was shocked when she surveyed the damage left by the storm system that recently blew through the state:

"I’ve never seen anything like it. It was like paper doll houses that were collapsed."
Nicolas Cage
Cage is said to have taunted police officers here, shortly before he was detained.

"Why don't you just arrest me?"
Jennifer Aniston
Aniston joked in a UK magazine that she could solve all of the romance rumors with just one phone call:

"I could call up George, say, 'Hon, let's just get hitched and have kids ...'"
Jarneshia Broussard
Broussard, a 5-year-old Texas kindergartener  heard the sound of gunfire in her school’s cafeteria:

"I knew it was a gun because a gun goes 'pow.’"

Jennifer Lopez
The reality-show judge received a glowing title and explained how she prefers to flaunt low-maintenance beauty:

"Just being able to touch my face and rub my eyes and put my fingers in my hair and not having to worry about messing it up, it’s so much better."