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    Nicki Gostin

    Nicki Gostin

    Contributor

  • 'Hysteria' Star Maggie Gyllenhaal Talks Racy, Interesting Sex Scenes

    For those seeking a film that combines a Victorian love story with the invention of sex toys, "Hysteria" will likely hit the spot. The film, based on a true story, tells the story of how Mortimer Granville, a young doctor in 19th-century London employed to perform "pelvic massages" to well-heeled ladies diagnosed with "hysteria," eventually invented the first vibrator. The 34-year-old actress, who recently gave birth to a second baby girl, spoke to The Huffington Post about the film’s message, women’s rights and the kind of sex scenes that resonate.

  • Eva Mendes Opens Up About Her Mom

    In recent years, Eva Mendes has shown she is equally adept at comedy and drama, and that's evident in her latest film, "Girl in Progress." The 38-year-old actress plays Grace, a struggling single mom to Ansiedad (played by Cierra Ramirez). Mendes spoke with The Huffington Post about her own relationship with her mom, what she really thinks of her overbite and her guilty pleasures when it comes to TV.

  • Jason Ritter Remembers His Dad

    Jason Ritter has had quite a few busy years, from starring on the ill-fated NBC conspiracy thriller "The Event," to becoming part of the "Parenthood" family. Next up for the actor is a role in "A Bag of Hammers," in which he and Jake Sandvig play two misfit friends who become involved with an abandoned child, played by Chandler Canterbury. Ritter talked to The Huffington Post about his burgeoning career and following in the footsteps of his late father, actor John Ritter.

  • Garry Marshall's Wish For Lindsay Lohan

    Garry Marshall’s resume reads like a pop-culture cheat sheet for the past 50 years. The man has nothing bad to say about anyone -- not his sister Penny, who tortured him while filming "Laverne and Shirley" (her blurb for the book is, "Thanks to my brother I have a life. Marshall spoke with The Huffington Post about his long career, lasting marriage and happy nature.

  • 'Suburgatory' Star Ana Gasteyer Talks New Show And 'SNL' Past

    Ana Gasteyer spent many years on late-night TV thanks to her stint on "Saturday Night Live," but these days you can find her during primetime on ABC's comedy "Suburgatory" as Sheila Shay, the seemingly perfect neighbor. Gasteyer, who brought her pitch-perfect impersonations of Martha Stewart and Celine Dion to "SNL" for six seasons, has had an interesting post-sketch comedy career.

  • Ricki Lake Opens Up In New Memoir

    Ricki Lake has come a long way since she first burst onto the scene as the adorable Tracy Turnblad in 1988's "Hairspray." Her bubbly and vivacious personality eventually led her to host her own talk show, which ran for 11 years.

  • Jane Lynch On 'Three Stooges' Role, Finding Success With Sue Sylvester

    Jane Lynch is swapping her signature red tracksuit for a nun's habit in "The Three Stooges." The 51-year-old "Glee" star plays a mother superior alongside Larry, Moe and Curly in the big-screen comedy, hitting theaters April 13. Lynch talked to The Huffington Post about her "Three Stooges" role, Sue Sylvester and her take on the presidential election. Did you watch "The Three Stooges" when you were growing up?

  • 'Damsels In Distress' Star Greta Gerwig On Being An Indie Queen

    Greta Gerwig stars in the new Whit Stillman movie, "Damsels in Distress," and the 28-year-old actress is once again getting rave reviews, for her portrayal of a depressed college student. I felt like I had to use all of my available brain capacity to make sure I was as literate and articulate as [director Whit Stillman] was. Are you the new indie queen?

  • 'Nurse Jackie' Star Edie Falco On New Season, Sobriety

    On April 8, Edie Falco returns for Season 4 of the critically acclaimed Showtime series "Nurse Jackie," in which she plays an ER nurse who's married with children but is also a raging prescription drug addict. The 48-year-old actress, who has two adopted children of her own, talked candidly to The Huffington Post about her own onetime addiction -- she’s 20 years sober -- and what’s currently playing on her iPod. What can viewers expect this season on "Nurse Jackie"?

  • Rachel Dratch Opens Up About Baby In New Book

    When Rachel Dratch’s seven-year "Saturday Night Live" contract was up in 2006, she was cast in a sitcom created by her pal Tina Fey, "30 Rock," to play a character named Jenna. After filming the "30 Rock" pilot, she received a call from her agent, who told her the role was recast and Jane Krakowski would be taking over her part. After "30 Rock," the parts you got offered were pretty awful.

  • 'Seminar' Star Jeff Goldblum Talks Teaching

    Goldblum is taking over for Alan Rickman in the witty play, which co-stars Jerry O'Connell and Justin Long, and he chatted with The Huffington Post about some of his memorable teachers, navigating New York City and playing the piano. Are you nervous about taking over for Alan Rickman?

  • 'Sister Act' Star Raven-Symone On Broadway, Weight Loss

    Now, Raven-Symoné is stepping into a leading Broadway role in the stage adaptation of "Sister Act." She spoke to The Huffington Post about her varied career, being a role model and all the attention surrounding her weight loss. How did you land the lead in "Sister Act"? How old were you when you started on "The Cosby Show"?

  • '21 Jump Street' Actress Brie Larson Talks Reboot

    Brie Larson may be only 22, but she’s already a seasoned professional when it comes to navigating Hollywood. The actress, who co-stars alongside Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill in "21 Jump Street," started doing skits on "The Tonight Show" when she was just 9 years old. Larson had a recording contract at age 13, originally as a songwriter, which resulted in her being flown around the country to collaborate with other professionals.

  • Liev Schreiber On Watts: 'I’m Definitely Batting Above Average'

    For many city kids, as Liev Schreiber once was, playing ice hockey is just a dream. In the film, which co-stars Seann William Scott, Schreiber plays an aging hockey enforcer whose primary job is to act like a tough guy in the rink. No, I did it because I figured I’ve probably got five or six years of ice hockey left in my body, and the opportunity to go to a professional hockey training camp and learn the game seemed like an opportunity I couldn’t pass up.

  • Eric McCormack Gets Political In 'Best Man'

    Eric McCormack is perhaps best known for his affable character on the long-running sitcom "Will & Grace," but now the actor is taking on a very different role in a politically driven play -- and the timing couldn't be more perfect. In "The Best Man," opening on Broadway April 1, McCormack plays a conniving politician during a heated primary race. The genial Canadian actor spoke to The Huffington Post about "The Best Man," American politics and how his work has affected people around the world.

  • Willem Dafoe Talks Indie Films, 'The Hunter,' 'Last Day On Earth'

    Willem Dafoe may have one big-budget film in theaters right now, but "John Carter" isn't the only movie fans can catch him in these days. Dafoe chatted with The Huffington Post about his upcoming projects and his views on independent film versus action-packed blockbusters. "4:44 Last Day on Earth," as the title suggests, is about the end of the world.

  • 'The Wire' Actor Talks Marine Tours

    It can be argued that Benjamin Busch is a modern-day Renaissance man. Not only has he served two tours of duty as a U.S. Marine in Iraq, but he played Officer Anthony Colicchio on "The Wire" and appeared on "The West Wing" and "Homicide," among other programs. Busch, inspired by a number of life-altering events, wrote "Dust to Dust," a beautiful meditation on war, loss and the larger questions of life and death, in which he chronicles his return from Iraq and the death of his parents.

  • Ali Landry On Mario Lopez Split: It Still Sucks

    TV Guide Network's "Hollywood Girls Night," which is the brainchild of "Days of Our Lives" actress Alison Sweeney and former Miss USA Ali Landry. Landry achieved instant fame as “The Doritos Girl" thanks to a 1998 Frito-Lay Super Bowl commercial, but it's her infamous 2004 annulment from Mario Lopez that everyone remembers. Today, the 38-year-old Louisiana native is remarried with two young kids, and is having a blast with her fellow Hollywood ladies on the second season of "Hollywood Girls Night." Landry spoke with The Huffington Post about the series' convivial concept, its most scandalous guest stars and the positive outcome of her split from Lopez.

  • Kristen Johnston Talks Addictions In 'Guts'

    Kristen Johnston, the towering comedic actress best known for her role on "3rd Rock from the Sun," may bring the laughs on TV Land's "The Exes," but in reality, the star has been battling some serious personal issues. Johnston recently penned a powerfully honest memoir, "Guts," in which she writes about her miserable school years, her rise to fame and, most stunningly, her addictions to drugs and alcohol. The actress, 44, who has been working to establish the first sober high school in New York City, chatted with The Huffington Post about her new book and overcoming her serious struggles.