Rachel McAdams takes front and center in New York Times’ latest issue of T Magazine. The 31-year-old Canuck cutie has been out promoting her latest film, The Lucky Ones. The story revolves around three soldiers — Collee (McAdams), T.K. (Michael Pena) and Cheever (Tim Robbins) — who return from the Iraq War after suffering injuries and learn that life has moved on without them. Here are a few excepts from Rachel’s interview:
[Even though you wanted to become an actress,] you still stayed in Canada instead of jetting off to L.A. or New York. [Why?] I had a small-town life — I worked at the local McDonald’s for three years. I’m not sure why they kept me: I am something of a daydreamer and a dawdler, so they would only let me be the ‘‘friendly voice’’ that greeted you when you entered the restaurant. I was slow — I would be organizing the sweet-and-sour packets in the customer’s takeout bag while the line snaked out the door. Even at a fast-food restaurant, I wanted everything just so.
Do you like to audition? I love auditioning. Since ‘‘The Notebook’’ and ‘‘Wedding Crashers,’’ I don’t have to audition anymore, and I miss it. You get to show your interpretation of the character. I get nervous when I don’t audition. What if they hate what I want to do? I also like screen tests, where they put you in a room with your male co-star. They want to see if the two of you have chemistry together. There’s something wonderfully old-fashioned about a chemistry test. During a movie, chemistry is so important, and yet they just assume actors can fake their way through it. That doesn’t always work.
In ‘‘The Notebook,’’ you and Ryan Gosling had amazing chemistry. Are love scenes difficult? They’re strange. A kiss with anyone, on or off camera, can be intimidating. I’ve been kissing for nearly two decades now, and I’m always convinced I’m not doing it right. Chemistry is so important in a great kiss. You can act your way through anything, but it’s hard with a kiss. It’s much better if there’s an attraction.
Read the full article on Rachel McAdams at NYTimes.com. For more info on her movie, check out TheLuckyOnesMovie.com.
Rachel McAdams: I Worked McDonald’s For Three Years!
Rosemount Fashion Festival in Sydney
A model presents a design by Jessika Allen during the Rosemount Fashion Festival in Sydney August 14, 2008.
Jonas Brothers To Hit Radio Disney Airwaves
Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas of The Jonas Brothers drop by MTV’s Total Request Live with their younger brother Frankie (pictured below) at the MTV Times Square Studios in New York City.
If you’re been stalking the Jonas Brothers in the Big Apple, you’ll want to head on over to Radio Disney’s New York studio TOMORROW, August 15. JustJared.com can exclusively report that Kevin, Joe and Nick will there from 4PM-6PM and will take calls during that time. Some of you will want to call in to wish Joe a happy 19th birthday!
The last time the Jonas Brothers visited Radio Disney, 2.3 million listener phone calls were received in two hours. Talk about switchboard overload!
UPDATE: The JoBros will actually be at Radio Disney earlier to tape their call–around 11AM. The address is 2 Penn Plaza!
Demi Lovato is a Purple Princess
Demi Lovato takes pictures and signs autographs for her fans outside her uptown New York City hotel on Thursday.
The Disney sensation, who celebrates her Sweet Sixteen on Wenesday, has been promoting her debut album, Don’t Forget, out in stores next month (September 23).
And Demi isn’t the only one in the family climbing the fame ladder. Her 6-year-old half-sister landed a role on the hit ABC drama Desperate Housewives. According to TV Guide, Madison Delagarza will play Gabrielle Solis’ (Eva Longoria) older (but troublesome) daughter, Juanita.
Kevin Jonas & Taylor Swift are a Cute Columbus Couple
Kevin Jonas and Taylor Swift film a segment together for the Jonas Brothers 3-D concert movie in Columbus Circle, New York City on Thursday.
The 18-year-old country singer has been burnin’ up the charts as her latest single “Should’ve Said No” reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Taylor’s song knocked off Sugarland’s “All I Want to Do” from the top position.
The country star is also a download diva, topping iTunes sales this week with “Change” - which was recently chosen to be on the AT&T Team USA Soundtrack.
Zahara Jolie-Pitt: Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Zip-A-Dee-A!
My, o, my what a wonderful day!
Brad Pitt, wearing “Boyd” sunglasses in espresso by Badgley Mischka, spends some quality time with Zahara Jolie-Pitt as they smile up a storm and enjoy the day at the Aime and Marguerite Maeght Foundation, a contemporary and modern art museum that has been designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings in Saint Paul de Vence, France on Wednesday.
Brad’s parents, Jane Pitt and William Pitt joined their son and their 3 1/2 year-old granddaughter for the fun day!
Margaret Cho is Tattoo Titillating
Comedian Margaret Cho attends a screening of The Cho Show at Le Royale in New York City on Wednesday.
The Cho Show premieres on August 21 at 11pm on VH1. A sneak peek is available on August 15th on VH1.com. The show focuses on the 39-year-old Korean-American and her entourage as she fights within the entertainment industry to do what she wants, rather than what’s expected of her.
WHAT DO YOU THINK of Margaret Cho’s colorful shoulder tattoos?
Natalie Portman is Plaid Pretty
Natalie Portman goes shopping out with a friend in Malibu at the Canvas clothing store on Monday.
Nat, 27, will be making her directorial debut at the Venice Film Festival next month. Her 17-minute film entitled Eve, will be opening the VFF sidebar.
The film costars Lauren Bacall and Ben Gazzara, with Natalie scheduled to be on-hand for the screening. The VFF runs from August 27 - September 6.
Win Leighton Meester’s Erge Tee!
Gossip Girl cutie Leighton Meester sported the fashionable Erge “Bamboo Leaf Mixed Media” tee in white earlier this week while walking to the set of her hit CW show.
The tee retails for $54.00 but JustJared.com is giving away these sheer shirts to THREE lucky winners. Feel the Erge!
HOW TO ENTER: Leave a comment here with a valid email address (will not be published) and one winner will be chosen at random at the end of the contest. One entry per person per day. This contest ends next Wednesday, August 20 @ 5PM EST. Ships worldwide. Good luck!
It’ll Be A Tom Cruise Christmas
Check out this new pic of Tom Cruise in his latest movie, Valkyrie, from director Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects, X2, Superman Returns).
The WWII drama, based on the true story of Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg (Cruise), has changed release dates once again, but has finally been settled: Friday, December 26.
The company’s distribution head Clark Woods told The Hollywood Reporter, “We’ve now completed the movie, and it’s fantastic. Until now we didn’t have a movie that was done. But now we have a movie starring Tom Cruise that deserves the best possible playtime.”
Jewellery show in Hong Kong
A model displays ruby jewellery on a jewellery show named "eternal charm" in Hong Kong, south China, Aug. 13, 2008
Models display jewellery on a jewellery show named "eternal charm" in Hong Kong, south China, Aug. 13, 2008
A model displays a set of diamond jewellery on a jewellery show named "eternal charm" in Hong Kong, south China, Aug. 13, 2008.
Zhang Ziyi shoots new pics
Chinese movie star Zhang Ziyi shoots new photos for the fashion magazine Bazaar. 
Katie Holmes is Plaid Pretty
Katie Holmes revives the pegged jeans look and dons some fancy footwear as she arrives for rehearsals in New York City on Wednesday morning.
The 29-year-old actress, who wore five-strap brown sandals and a plaid buttondown, has been preparing for her upcoming Broadway debut in Arthur Miller’s play All My Sons costarring John Lithgow, Patrick Wilson and Dianne Wiest.
Last night, Katie took daughter Suri for some trampoline lessons at Chelsea Piers.
Jennifer Aniston Dumped By John Mayer?
Jennifer Aniston takes her dogs to her assistant’s house in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
The Friends star has reportedly been dumped by her latest boyfriend, John Mayer. The pair initially decided to spend some time apart, before making the break official earlier this week, according to The Mirror.
“There’s been a bit of tension for some time,” says a source close to 30-year-old musician. “They initially opted for a break, hoping a trial split might make them stronger. Sadly it doesn’t seem to have worked.”
“John took the decision to end things as he felt he just wasn’t ready for the level of commitment that Jennifer deserved. Contrary to reports, Jen didn’t want to have kids or marry this year, but she did want to set a timetable for their future together.”
“She also wanted him to assure her he would cut down his tours in the future when they did eventually have children. Initially, Jennifer was furious when he told her of his decision but now she’s simply sad - not to mention a little heartbroken,” the source said.
“They have spoken on the phone since the split and are trying to remain on good terms. But unless John has a dramatic change of heart, it’s unlikely they’ll rekindle their romance.”