Saturday, 29 June 2013

Halle Berry dons a tight summer dress that accentuates her growing stomach

The bump wears blue! Halle Berry dons a tight summer dress that accentuates her growing stomach

PUBLISHED: 00:40, 29 June 2013 | UPDATED: 05:25, 29 June 2013

Halle Berry has more than just the gift of delivering Oscar-winning acting performances.

The 46-year-old star has continually managed to look stunning throughout her second pregnancy.

As she took a stroll in Culver City on Friday, the actress slipped into a daring striped maxidress.

She makes it look like a breeze! Halle Berry looked summery and stunning in an electric blue maxidress while out shopping in Culver City on Friday

But where some women would fear the curve-enchancing effects of stripes, Halle bravely took on the challenge.

The electric blue dress wrapped around her ever-growing bump in a flattering manner.

Making it clear that she isn't gaining weight elsewhere, the Monster's Ball star bared her thin, toned arms.

Blue for boy! The actress is pregnant with a baby boy, who is due in the fall

Burgeoning bump! The 46-year-old made it apparent in her slim dress that only her belly is growing

She wore her short locks tousled in front of her forehead and tucked behind a pair of oversized sunglasses.

Halle, who's due with a boy this fall, is also mother to five-year-old Nahla with ex-partner Gabriel Aubry.

Reports suggest The Call star and her ex-partner came to a custody agreement last November preventing her move to France.

Beautiful in blue! The Oscar-winning actress radiated in her colourful summer dress

'[Nahla's] really happy. Not long ago she asked God for a little sister, but I tried not to get her hopes up,' Halle said of her miracle pregnancy.

'At 46, I didn't know if I'd be able to get pregnant again. Olivier and I have always wanted to be parents. But I didn't want to get my hopes up...God made the dream come true.'

The Golden Globe winner continued: 'This pregnancy is like a miracle for me, an amazing gift, because this child was as wished for as it was expected. It's like a renewal of life...Good things happen too.'

Mommy chic: With her choppy 'do and oversized sunglasses, Halle managed to look glamorous for her shopping trip

Thursday, 27 June 2013

Halle Berry to back paparazzi bill

25 June 2013 Last updated at 12:47

Halle Berry to back paparazzi bill

Berry was angered by photographers at an airport in April

Halle Berry is to testify in favour of new legislation which would limit the paparazzi's ability to photograph stars' children, the LA Times reports.

The bill would modify the definition of harassment in California to include photographing or recording a child without the permission of a guardian.
Berry is expected to testify in Sacramento, California, on Tuesday.
The legislation specifically mentions photography involving "following the child's activities or lying in wait".
It also refers to targeting a child because of a parent's line of work.
The Academy award-winning actress was seen shouting at photographers taking pictures of her family after arriving at Los Angeles International airport in April with her partner Olivier Martinez and her young daughter.
Senator Kevin de Leon, who wrote the bill, also wants to protect the children of public officials, including judges and law enforcement, from harassment, said spokesman Greg Hayes.
A first conviction under such new legislation could result in between 10 days and one year in jail, as well as a fine of up to $10,000 (£6,472).
Senator de Leon explains in an author's statement, published on his website, that he wishes to amend the original legislation, which was passed in 1994 "to address the increased harassment faced by the children of health care facility employees where abortion procedures were performed".
"Although [the bill] has been on the books for nearly 20 years, children continue to fall prey to intentional harassment because the law provided for relatively weak penalties," he continued.
"By setting mandatory minimum terms and authorising fines of up to $10,000 for repeated violations, [the amendment] will have a significant deterrent effect."
The Motion Picture Association of America is among several groups that oppose the legislation, saying it infringes upon free speech protections.
Jim Ewert, general counsel for the California Newspaper Publishers Association, told the LA Times there were already enough laws preventing harassment and he was concerned it could criminalise legitimate journalism.
"It's what journalists do," he said. "They take pictures."
Other organisations in opposition include the National Press Photographers Association and the California Broadcasters Association.

Supporters include the California Police Chiefs Association and the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office.

Sunday, 23 June 2013

Photos of Halle proving she can eat and fill up the car with petrol (gas)

Eating for two! Pregnant Halle Berry nourishes her growing baby bump as she snacks while partying with friends

By Jennifer Pearson and Bianca Carneiro
PUBLISHED: 04:42, 23 June 2013 | UPDATED: 06:54, 23 June 2013
She's expected to give birth to her second child at the end of summer.
And Halle Berry is making sure her new addition is getting a taste for the good stuff.
The Catwoman star was spotted chowing down on a craftfully prepared toasted hors d'oeuvres as she chatted with friends at a party in the beachside Los Angeles enclave of Venice, California on Saturday.

Feeding frenzy: Halle Berry feeds her pregnancy cravings with a toasted treat at a friends house party in Venice, California on Saturday

The 47-year-old didn't let her protruding baby bump get in the way as she proceeded to bite down on the treat, keeping a plate close by as to not spill on her attire.
As the party made its way to the breezy outdoor patio, the actress covered up her sleeveless grey and white with a soft black sweater.
She finished off her look in dark shades, a black skirt and T-strap sandals to match.

Mom's day out: The 46-year-old attended the party solo, leaving behind daughter Nahla, 5, and fiancé Olivier Martinez

Tasting for two: The actress is due to give birth to her second child at the end of summer

Presumably she had left her five-year-old daughter Nahla at home, whom she shares custody with her ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry.
Also missing in action was her fiance, French heartthrob Olivier Martinez.
Before making her way to the party she was spotted throwing a bit of petrol in her car in Hollywood ahead of the long drive across town.

Savoring each bite: Halle took her time to chow down on the tasty treat

Much to smile about: This is the first child for Halle and her French fiancé Olivier Martinez

Halle probably gave onlookers a start when she pulled up to the petrol station and proceeded to fill up her white Lexus SUV.
The Swordfish star, who is due around late summer, no doubt had a list of errands to do on this non-school day.

Pump up the volume: Halle Berry displayed her growing pregnancy bump as she filled up her vehicle with petrol on Saturday

Taskmaster: She may be pregnant and an A-lister to boot, but when she has a job to do Halle is on top of it

Casually cool: Halle camouflaged her thickening waistline in a loose sleeveless top and comfy black skirt

Down to earth: The 46-year-old star, who is due sometime in late summer, prefers to do her own chores

Halle is said to be thrilled to be having a boy with Unfaithful star Olivier, 47.
And it appears that Nahla can't wait to be a big sister.
On Thursday Halle was seen leaving Nahla's school in L.A.'s Studio City area with her arms full of artwork, including a sheet in which the youngster exclaimed her excitement about her new sibling.

Don't break a nail: Halle was sporting smooth and polished nails as she prepared to grip the pump

No help required: The pixie-haired actress looked like she had everything under control

Replacing the pump: Halle was careful in putting back the heavy gadget in its rightful place

Nahla responded 'a baby' to the question 'What is one thing you wish for?' as shown on one of the pieces of paper.
Halle is equally thrilled to be pregnant again at 46, having called the conception a 'miracle'.
With her scenes completed on X-Men: Days Of Future Past, in which she reprises the role of Ororo Munroe and her alter-ego Storm, Halle can relax somewhat before the arrival of her little one.

Errand day: Halle presumably left her five-year-old daughter Nahla at home with fiance Olivier Martinez so she could get her errands done fast

Although Olivier is a French citizen, the couple intend on remaining in Los Angeles for the next few years.
Appearing at the Champs-Elysees Film Festival in Paris on June 12, Olivier told People: 'My son will be an American, but I remain French. I remain a Frenchman in America, but I adapt to American culture. I feel good there - but I’m still a foreigner.'

Love parade: Halle made a prominent display of her pregnant belly in a sheer black dress as she attended the Champs-Elysees Film Festival in Paris with fiance Olivier Martinez on June 14