Bullock & James Divorce Finalized

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Sandra Bullock and Jesse James’ marriage is officially over – the estranged couple’s divorce has been finalized, according to online reports.

The Oscar winner walked out on the TV mechanic in March after porn star Michelle ‘Bombshell’ McGee went public with news of her 11-month fling with James.

Bullock filed for divorce in Travis County, Texas in April, after revealing she and James had adopted a baby boy from Louisiana and she was planning to raise the child as a single mum.

In court filings, Bullock claimed the marriage had “become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities”.

Both parties signed the final documents last week. Details of the divorce settlement have not been released.

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Bullock Is Heigl’s Hero

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Katherine Heigl has credited Sandra Bullock with “changing her life”, insisting she looks to The Blind Side actress as her role model.

The Grey’s Anatomy star was moved by how Bullock handled herself after her husband Jesse James’ alleged affairs were revealed in the press in March – weeks after the couple had secretly adopted a son.

And Heigl, who adopted a daughter last year, has heaped praise on Bullock for her courage.

She says,

“Whenever I’m about to do or say something, I first think W.W.S.B.D., which stands for What Would Sandra Bullock Do? I don’t know her personally, but from what I’ve seen of her and what I’ve read about her, she seems to be one of the most well-spoken, gracious, charming and funny women in Hollywood. If I could get there, I would like to be just like her.”

Bullock opened up about her marriage breakdown in a People magazine interview in April, reflecting on her “guilt and sadness” that the paparazzi were following her three step-children with James.

Bullock said,

“I feel such guilt and sadness about how they (the kids) have been hunted by the photographers. I just wanted to ask the photographers if they have children. Would this be fair to do to them? I was profoundly amazed at how much money was being made from other people’s pain.”

And Heigl insists reading the quote changed her perspective on the snappers who follow her.

She adds,

“There becomes a focus on you that sometimes can feel overwhelming… You feel so self-conscious. You feel like you have to pose all the time… I was going crazy; I wasn’t being myself. Then I read what Sandra said. She’s so grounded. She isn’t aggressive in any way. She doesn’t take it all so personally. She really gets it. I swear that reading what she said changed my life.”

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Jennifer Love Hewitt ‘Fighting Hard’ For Wonder Woman Role

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Jennifer Love Hewitt is fighting “hard” to land the coveted role of Wonder Woman on the big screen, confessing she is “obsessed” with playing the TV heroine.

Hollywood stars Megan Fox, Eliza Dushku, Sandra Bullock and Beyonce Knowles have all been tipped to take over the role Lynda Carter made famous in the 1970s for Joss Whedon’s big screen remake.

But Hewitt is pleading with movie studio bosses at Warner Bros. to hire her for the part.

She says,

“I’m fighting so hard. I think Warner Bros. is getting ready to make Wonder Woman and I really want to play Wonder Woman. I am obsessed with Wonder Woman.”

If these other actresses want this role I can’t see them giving it to Love Hewitt. Also out of them all if I was casting I’d take Eliza Dushku. She’s probably the only one that would fit the physical look of Wonder Woman.

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James’ Ex: ‘TV Star Has A New Girl In Austin’

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Jesse James has already moved on from estranged wife Sandra Bullock, according to his porn star ex – he’s dating a girl in Austin, Texas.

James’ second wife Janine Lindemulder tells In Touch magazine that her ex has his sights set on romancing a local girl in Bullock’s hometown if his desperate bid to win the actress back doesn’t work out.

Lindemulder, who is currently involved in a bitter custody battle with the reality TV star over the former couple’s daughter Sunny, tells the publication,

“He told me that if he doesn’t get back together with Sandra, he’s got a ‘backup plan’ with another girl in Austin.”

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Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds to Reunite on Screen

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“The Proposal” co-stars Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock are teaming up again. This time for a new action comedy, tentatively titled “Most Wanted,” reports Entertainment Weekly.

“The project is currently in development and she is looking forward to reading the script,” Bullock’s rep confirmed.

Universal Pictures and Mandeville Films closed a deal with “The Proposal” screenwriter, Peter Chiarelli, on Friday. Reynolds will also executive produce. They are currently in talks with Anne Fletcher, director of “The Proposal,” as well.

This will be Bullock’s first film since winning the Best Actress Oscar for her turn in “The Blind Side” in March.

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Bullock & Johansson Share Jaw-dropping Liplock At MTV Movie Awards

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Sandra Bullock returned to the spotlight on Sunday to accept a top honour at the MTV Movie Awards – and to share a shocking kiss with Scarlett Johansson.

The Oscar winner, who stepped away from the public eye in the weeks after her husband Jesse James’ infidelity was exposed in the press, was brought onstage by Johansson and her former co-stars Betty White (The Proposal) and Bradley Cooper (All About Steve) to accept the MTV Generation Award.

The honor is given to movie stars who have provided entertainment to young audiences over the last two decades.

Bullock, who received a standing ovation, told the crowd: “Sit down, we’re on a time limit, people. It’s live, we’re on live television.”

She then thanked presenters White and Cooper, joking:

“I’d like to thank Bradley for still being my friend given the only film he’s been in that bombed was the one that I made. I’d like to thank Betty for being such an extraordinary woman. I love her more every day and it’s not just for her extraordinary work but for the person she is and the life she lives and I want your life.”

Bullock proceeded to make light of rumors she’s planning to quit acting by quipping,

“So the Generation Award – is that an award for old people that have extended their welcome so we should make nice and leave so someone new can come in? Because that’s not going to happen, I’m staying. Because no matter what you may have seen or heard or read lately I love what I do and I’m not going anywhere.”

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Bullock Steps Out To Pick Up Guys Choice Award

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Sandra Bullock made her first public appearance following her split from husband Jesse James at Saturday night’s Guys Choice Awards in Los Angeles, where she picked up a top movie award.

The Oscar winner was handed the Troops Choice Award for Entertainer of The Year, voted on by members of the military. Her appearance at Spike TV’s annual ceremony was the first time she’s stepped out professionally since her marriage split in March.

Bullock made reference to her personal problems during her acceptance speech, but predominantly paid tribute to U.S. troops for their service.

She told the audience,

“Let’s be honest here, just for a moment. Did I win this for being entertainer of the year, or did I win this because of the spectacular I.E.D. (improvised explosive device) explosion that became my personal life?!

“It’s okay. Because I would do it over again if it was to entertain our troops, and our extraordinary troops deserve something much more than some actress in a tight dress talking herself (sic).

“Having a dad that’s a veteran, I see the sacrifices you made for this country. I’m so lucky everyday to wake up having what I have and I thank you guys for that.”

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Sandra Bullock Not Adopting Again

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Sandra Bullock’s representative has dismissed reports the actress is planning to adopt another child.

The Oscar winner revealed in April she and now-estranged husband Jesse James had secretly welcomed baby Louis into the family in January.

The adoption was approved just two months before James’ infidelities were revealed in the press. Bullock subsequently split from the TV star following the scandal and is now caring for the tot on her own.

A report published in America’s In Touch magazine earlier this month suggested the 45 year old has been preparing to adopt a second baby to give Louis a younger sibling, with a source saying, “She has already been approved, and she’s just waiting for the call that her baby is here.”

But Bullock’s rep has dismissed the claims, saying, “As of now, she has no intention and has never thought of adopting another child.”

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Joan Rivers Defends ‘Darling’ James

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Comedienne Joan Rivers has spoken out in defense of Sandra Bullock’s shamed husband Jesse James, praising the TV mechanic for his kindly nature.

James has been at the center of a public backlash following revelations he cheated on his Oscar-winning wife, who walked out on him in March.

He was further disgraced when a controversial picture of him wearing a military hat and giving a Nazi salute appeared in the press.

James has since spoken out alleging the abuse he suffered at the hands of his father as a youngster contributed to his bad behavior as an adult.

Now Rivers, who appeared on reality TV show The Celebrity Apprentice with James, admits she was shocked by the cheating claims – branding the situation “insane”.

She says,

“Jesse should have been in therapy years ago. I’m so sad because he’s such a sweet guy. And when he starts telling you about what he came out of with his background you put two and two together. So you just hope, please God, get into therapy, which he is (doing) and try and pull your life together.

“Jesse was a darling and a gentleman. He was the one who carried your bag, he was the one who helped you up the stairs. Sweet, nice… this whole thing is just insane.”

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Jesse James: I Threw Away An Amazing Marriage

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Jesse James breaks down in tears as he finally speaks publicly about the demise of his marriage to Sandra Bullock.

“I took a pretty amazing life and marriage … and threw it away,” James says in a promo clip of his interview with ABC News’ “Nightline,” scheduled to air Tuesday night.

James, 41, admits to cheating on Bullock and says his actions — including allegations of affairs with multiple women — have made him “The most hated man in the world.” At one point, he’s so overcome by emotion, he walks away from the interview.

Since the couple’s split, James has spent time in a rehab program and has otherwise maintained a normal schedule at his Los Angeles-area home, where he’s often been seen driving his kids to school.

But James is looking to make a change. A source tells PEOPLE that James has put the house he shared with Bullock up for sale. The motorcycle mogul is eying Austin, Texas, as a place to spend more time, according to another source. Bullock has long called Austin a second home.

Meanwhile, Bullock has been spending quality time with her new son, Louis, including a Mother’s Day celebration in New Orleans last week.

Part of the interview with James will air on “Good Morning America” Tuesday and then as a special edition of “Nightline” that same evening.

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