Hollywood Headlines: A week in review
Amanda Bynes has left rehab and will continue outpatient treatment as she recovers at her parents’ L.A. home. It’s been nearly six months since the actress’ series of strange outbursts led to her involuntary psychiatric hospitalization. A statement from the family lawyer said Bynes is interested in pursuing a college degree in fashion design. (Charley Gallay / Getty Images)
One of Hollywood’s hottest couples goes vegan, celebrities share stories on Twitter after Nelson Mandela’s death, Benedict Cumberbatch tries his hand at R&B and more.
By Andrea Wang / Los Angeles Times
Actor Paul Walker, best known for playing Brian O’Conner in the “Fast & Furious” franchise, died after the Porsche he was riding in crashed into a pole in and erupted in flames. Coroners said Walker died within seconds of impact from traumatic injuries and burns. Production for “Fast & Furious 7” has been halted as friends, family, cast and crew mourn. “I will always love you ...” costar Vin Diesel said in front of fans at the Santa Clarita crash site, “as the brother you were ... on and off screen.” (Andrew Medichini / Associated Press)
Nelson Mandela died Thursday at the age of 95. Celebrities hit Twitter and elsewhere with condolences, stories and recollections. (Anacleto Rapping / Los Angeles Times)
The rapper and his wife have decided to not use animal products for a little over three weeks after a vegan friend challenged them to go “plant-based.” The significance of the 22-day term? “Psychologists have said it takes 21 days to make or break a habit,” Jay Z wrote. “On the 22nd day, you’ve found the way.” The couple noshed at vegan restaurant Cafe Gratitude, celebrating Jay Z’s birthday and the beginning of what he’s calling a “spiritual and physical cleanse.” (Win McNamee / Associated Press)
There’s a reason she’s called Queen B. According to Bing, Beyonce is its most-searched celebrity of 2013. Next in line are Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Taylor Swift and Madonna. Justin Bieber is the first male on the list at No. 6, though he finished first among British searches. (Frank Micelotta / Invision/AP)
The latest stop on Will Ferrell’s wacky campaign trail for “Anchorman 2” was a CBS news affiliate in Bismarck, N.D. Equipped with the character’s trademark suit and bushy ‘stache, the actor read actual headlines in Ron Burgundy fashion, commenting on the weatherman’s weight between stories about a Sam’s Club parking lot trash fire and holiday shopping updates. (Elise Amendola / Associated Press)
The 23-year-old singer has allegedly been picked to portray Mia, the younger adoptive sister of main character Christian Grey. Ora reportedly relayed her excitement on Twitter, later deleting the tweets from her account. (Joel Ryan / Invision/AP)
Just when we thought R. Kelly’s “Genius” couldn’t be any sexier as a slow jam, Jimmy Kimmel was here to prove us wrong. Cumberbatch made a cameo on Kimmel’s late-night show to recite the lyrics from the single, complete with British accent and throaty baritone. (Robyn Beck / AFP / Getty Images)
French authorities are looking into a legal complaint filed by a Croatian group over comments the iconic singer-songwriter made about the Croats during a long criticism of race relations in the U.S. The group cites “public injury” and “incitement to hatred,” adding that an apology from Dylan would be enough to quell the fire. Dylan has yet to address the complaint. (David Vincent / Associated Press)
