(Karen)OK, absolutely nothing Colin on Extra! today... Wot!?! You mean you missed the 17 frames where he was the tall one walking beside of Hugh with his back to the camera. I'm all amazement!!:-) They actually showed it twice making it a total of 34 frames (but who's counting?). They also did an Almay commercial for Luscious Lips and used footage from the film but no Colin--no matter how slowly I go through the footage.:-( Good news! Got my LoveActually soundtrack today. Better news! Colin is in 4 pictures. Best news! Jamie kissing Aurelia is the only picture under the CD! CF's head measures 2 inches from curls to chin. By way of comparison, Huge's head measures 7/8ths of an inch and is in the booklet! Seems like there at least one graphic artist somewhere who recognizes good material when she sees it! Yeah! Seriously though, Colin got the most pics at 4: On the front (like the poster). He and LL under the brass section at the wedding. He and Aurelia before the papers blow away. Jamie kissing Aurelia (the one under the CD). LL, AR and LN are next with three and everybody else just 1 or 2.

Well, you all are amazing and so are all your reports. Can't believe how close you all got for the Q&A, L, R, & D! Maria, your red carpet report was too funny. It was just like being there. (Cab driver via Maria)" mjuboobbe mwata phlmmp shibby shabba". (LisaJH) Are you sure that isn't a refrain from a Neil Sedaka song? ;-) And this had me ROLFLOL! Your cab drive is what I like to call that, "Good luck, you crazy girl" experience in NYC on the way to seeing CF on the red carpet. ;-) Thanks for allowing us to feel like we were sort of there!

Thanks so much DDNY ladies, for your brilliant reports! Maria, I was seeing the light right along with you and there's no way I'd ever want to turn away from it;-) Excellent, excellent descriptions of an experience you'll never forget. Linda, Dorine and Rika, I'll never know how you sat that close to him and maintained your composure for 40 minutes. I know I wouldn't grab him like PL did, but he'd probably think I was a complete fool because I wouldn't be able to keep a big smile off my face. Love that you found your foot doing the Couric thing, Linda. LOL! We who weren't able to make the trip are eternally grateful for your unselfishness in sharing all the juicy details. And as you come back to reality, if other little morsels of memory come to light we'll be thrilled to hear about them, too.

Hi! Loved reading your posts about your encounters with CF in NYC. Just did a search on my DirectTV guide for Colin, and it says he will be on "The Best Damn Sports Show Period" tomorrow at various times around the country. I double-checked Yahoo's TV listings and it confirms "Episode #226. Nicole Beland; Johnny Chan; Phil Hellmuth; Kevin Jones; Aaron Brooks; Colin Firth. Original Airdate: November 12, 2003." Ellie

(Lora) Thanks for allowing us to feel like we were sort of there! All the DD were not forgotten...we kept toasting you: "To absent Friends". (My blood must be 90% Chardonnay.)

Hi all! Quick blurb (much quicker than last night), but first.... (Ellie) Just did a search on my DirectTV guide for Colin, and it says he will be on "The Best Damn Sports Show Period" tomorrow at various times around the country Huh?!!! If he has his own PR person, fire him (pffft! A man, who would we be kidding)/her pronto! Fire anyone associated with this if there's a shred of truth to this. I'm sorry, but other details/impressions about the LA premiere from my point of view and the Q&A tonight may have to wait til late tomorrow night. Out since 8:30am til 10:30pm today. Boss is here again tomorrow (it seems I may actually have to do some work *all day* ;-)) and I have another fixed engagement tomorrow night. Will say this much.... Tonight, he looked......well, you know. ;-D Seems to be the same outfit from The View from what I hear, but haven't watched yet. BTW, Hen...same brown shoes from last night. Both more animated and he seemed less tired tonight. Janet Maslin from NY Times (or used to be) was the moderator. Usually can't stand her, but elicited good answers. Both more talkative tonight. One DD I unfortunately didn't get to meet until the end, asked a very good question re reviews and how negative ones affect them. Very wordy answers from both, esp Colin. Good questions all around, really. SJ kinda pissed me off during one answer where she referenced the BAFTA Q&A last night. Rather innocuous, I suppose, but makes you wonder what else they make up. :-( Or at least her. In all, had to be close to 45 mins. I could be wrong. Love the added posts re last week/weekend. Gotta run, more comments another time.

Oops, a bit long.....Will you still read it Evelyn? ;-D

Oh and Peter Webber not there in case anyone was wondering.....or not. ;-) Several good questions that would have been his to answer.

Colin's going to be on The Best Damn Sports Show Period. This I hae to see. Here's what Salon.com said about the show: Yes, fat jokes are a staple on "The Best Damn Sports Show, Period" -- as are jokes about the hotness of Anna Kournikova, the fiduciary nature of Tiger Woods' girlfriend's attraction to him, white men who can't jump and so-bad-they're-inoffensive jokes about the Washington Redskins (scalpers, boy were their faces red, etc.). But there are tender moments. Guerrero says things like, "There are a lot of misconceptions about [San Francisco Giants outfielder Barry] Bonds that people are going to want to hear about. He's awesome!" Sometimes, the boys sit around and talk about the things that matter to them -- like when Lyons weighs in on Mets' shortstop Rey Ord��ez's recent errors and relates his own psychological battles with the ball. Then former Dallas Cowboys star and scandal-magnet Michael Irvin declares, "There's nothing more fragile than an athlete's psyche." When I went to the Best Damn Sports Show site, it was unmistakeable. Colin's name was on a giant marquee flashing across this url http://www.foxsports.com/content/view?contentId=318673 along with the Poker Men and New Orleans Saints Aaron Brooks. What's he going to talk about? Rugby? Soccer, er, football? Are they going to roast him alive? Tivo is activated for this. This I gotta see.

This I gotta see, too, Terry. I thought maybe there was another Colin Firth who played for the Detroit Pistons,;-) but no, that URL does say "LA's Colin Firth." I've never watched the show, but did tune in last night for about a half hour after seeing Ellie's note (thanks, Ellie!). Actually, there was nothing offensive, just a bunch of athletes sitting around talking about the NBA. They also had segments on Tiger Woods and Karl Malone.

A big thanks to Dorine, Linda, and Rika for their reports from the GWAPE Q&As! Linda, you raised your daughter right!;-) Dorine, I'd be interested in hearing more about his response to negative reviews; that's a good question. Seems like last night's talkativeness was helped by the fact that Peter Webber wasn't there. The smaller the group, the better Colin does. Karen, thanks for the Marie Claire article and pics. That rubber duckie photo at tubbie time is a classic! LOL! Why do I get the feeling that it will be making numerous appearances at future Drool birthday bashes?;-)

(Dorine)Oops, a bit long.....Will you still read it Evelyn? ;-D LOL. Yup...if you keep it no more than half a screen;-) Thanks for breaking it up into two posts too. And , oh yes, phrases are mobetta than long sentences. evelyn's school of short posts (I keep trying!)

Thanks Dorine for your initial account from last night. Sounds like a fantastic time. I agree that PW not being there was very likely a blessing, as he would've taken more questions and this forced Colin to step up to the plate (getting into sports mode). I have an emailed account from the other DD who attended, but need to check if she wants me to post it or will do so herself. Re: Best Damn Sports Show Ever in the Galaxy Period End of Sentence It boggles the mind as to why Colin would be a guest. Let's see, they want to talk about being an obsessive football fan in FP? They want to beat on him because all their wives/SOs go boneless when they think of both Mr Darcys and they're sick of watching P&P and BJD? They're the ones making "oh not you faces" and laughing when they see him on the street? Hope he doesn't refer to them as "boys." ;-)

(Karen)It boggles the mind as to why Colin would be a guest [on Best Damn sports...]. Sure does. Maybe he's going to discuss his fighting techniques that allowed him to kick HG's a$$? Drunken bet made at the premiere party? Curtis was supposed to talk about being an obsessive football fan, but couldn't make it and Colin got the short straw and is going in his place?

Perhaps the producers got mixed up and were thinking of the "other" Colin F.??? That booking would make more sense.

(Mari) Karen, thanks for the Marie Claire article and pics. That rubber duckie photo at tubbie time is a classic! LOL! Why do I get the feeling that it will be making numerous appearances at future Drool birthday bashes?;-) LOL! Such a picture end up at birthday bashes?? Nevah! Thank you Karen! I'm still trying to get all caught up and ODB in the bath is always a pleasure to behold.....as well as tinkering on the piano (right Rika)?? It's a great article as well: the real Colin Firth cherishes living in London, and has recently �fallen in love with a new piece of Italy, too�; that he�s an insatiable bookworm, but is a terribly slow reader to the point where �I suspect I might have dyslexia�; he cooks up a �bloody good curry�; is dabbling in writing a book, but hasn�t got the self-discipline. I learn that he does, despite media speculation, like Hugh Grant, �although we�ve never socialised�. But it�s only much later, when he jumps in the bath, fully clothed in the pouring rain, leans back and closes his eyes, that I discover just how Colin Firth became a sex god. The illusion is wonderful (he must have on those arsenal boxer shorts in that tub!!)! Also...wonder if he knows that Hugh refers to him as "Bloody Colin!" LOL! Would he still like him? ;-)

And I'm still pre-coffee (sorry for the double post...but.....)....Dorine! End our suffering soon! I'm dying to know what ODB said about bad reviews and everything else!!! Glad he was more talkative last night. Best Damn Sports Show Ever???? I'm all astonishment! But will watch....even the DH doesn't watch that show....how to slip it by him? Hmmmmm..........

Found some new pics at Rex of CF... http://www.rexfeatures.co.uk/cgi-bin/r2show0?k=colin+firth&f=Newest

(Ada) Found some new pics at Rex of CF... Thanks Ada. Does that man have legs or what? Yow.

Found some new pics at Rex of CF... He was on the town with Olivia again ;-)

Thanks for the link, Ada! He's being recognized on the street now! I'm sure he's thrilled ;-) I'm having trouble linking to Drool today. I got in thru a back door but have no idea why my usual link isn't working. Saw ODB on a Canadian show called Box Office last night. Just a quick clip from the GWAPE premiere in London. The question was 'what is hot in London'. He looked like he thought the question was stupid and said that he had no idea since he'd been out of the country for weeks. SJ said the drinking laws should change since everything shuts down too early. But she loved the shopping. If he's going to be on the sports show, I'll have to go out and get some beer, I suppose :-D Thanks for all the news!!

I'm having trouble linking to Drool today. I got in thru a back door but have no idea why my usual link isn't working. Brenda, please email me with the details of how you access (what did/didn't work). I've contacted Terry and he needs the details.

Talking to Karen. Working on it . . . but puzzled.

Thanks Ada!!!! OOooohhh....we were looking for that stride and it was on the streets and we missed it! Crikey! Still, am v. v. lucky to have had the experience...best bit being the Droolers themselves! Thanks again Ada, he looks f**king fantastic (sorry, Shazzar moment)!

(Ada) Found some new pics at Rex of CF... (Barb) Thanks Ada. Does that man have legs or what? Yow. (Tress) Thanks again Ada, he looks f**king fantastic Yes Ma'am! And arms and hands too as seen in the MC link. Thank you ladies for these wonderful treats of pictures, articles and you-were-there accounts.

(Karen) I agree that PW not being there was very likely a blessing, as he would've taken more questions and this forced Colin to step up to the plate (getting into sports mode). At Monday's Q&A, the questions tended to be directed at specific people, not thrown out to the group as a whole. The thing was that PW's answers to the questions directed at him (such as "Was the decision to shoot in Luxembourg a financial one?", or Dorine's question about the ending of the film) were very... comprehensive. ;-) So, yes, if PW hadn't been there, both CF and SJ would have gotten more opportunity to speak because those questions wouldn't have been asked. But they both had quite a bit to say all the same. It wasn't like the round table in "Time."

Just did some double checking for The Wayne Brady how on 11/13/03 and now they have Alan Rickman listed (wot happened to Colin?).

(Cab driver via Maria)" mjuboobbe mwata phlmmp shibby shabba". LOL! Wot, you expected an English-speaking cabbie in NYC? Crazy girl!;-) Thanks for the Rex pics, Ada. Seems like SoHo was the place to be. Good that he's had time to get out and about in the city. Oh no, awful thought: Miramax's offices are in SoHo!;-) (Brenda)SJ said the drinking laws should change since everything shuts down too early. But she loved the shopping. A girl after my own heart. (Brenda)If he's going to be on the sports show, I'll have to go out and get some beer, I suppose :-D Just to be on the safe side, Brenda, I personally am practicing my burping and scratching.;-) Bummer about the Wayne Brady show cancellation, but that stuff happens all the time I guess. Maybe another obligation came up. AR is a poor substitute. Am hoping Colin comes back next month to promote GWAPE and we can do this all over again.:-)

Thanks for the pictures, ADA. Maybe he ditched Wayne Brady Show for this sports thing? Oh who knows. So, it was Soho, huh? Must remember that for next time;-) (Tress)we were looking for that stride and it was on the streets and we missed it! Crikey! Knew I forgot something from Monday night. I got to see "the walk" I was watching as he walked away to the elevator and, yes, I got to see it in RL.**still sighing in NJ** Dorine, can't wait to hear the details about last night. I was watching the clock and thinking he's there, now. Where did you sit?

(Evelyn)All the DD were not forgotten...we kept toasting you: "To absent Friends". Thank you. We were thinking of you too and sending good vibes. I can't believe CF is going to be on the BDSSP! Even DH will want to see that, but will not want to be refered to as "boy." LOL, Karen. Guess it's a compliment since on the Daily Show CF also refered to "fan base" as girls ;-).

BAFTA/LA has finally updated the GWAPE screening & I rsvp'd immediately. Yippee! going to see him again. Don't know if I'll be able to get any pictures as they are so strict here about them ... no recording devices, no cameras, no phones, no autographs, no scripts.

I see Brenda is bringing beer for tonight's special TV viewing, so I'll contribute these:

(Mari) Oh no, awful thought: Miramax's offices are in SoHo!;-) You may exhale now. Miramax's offices are in Tribeca...of course, he could walk from SoHo to Tribeca but I won't let myself go there. Prefer thinking he stopped in at Joan Michelin's to pick up a lovely trinket....

From Liz Smith's column in today's NY Post: HUGH GRANT was running late last week to the premiere of his new movie, "Love Actually." (He'd just sat to chat with Charlie Rose.) On the street, he spotted a police car with two lady cops inside. Hugh tapped on the window, explained his predicament, and asked for a ride. Thanks to New York's unflappable Finest, Mr. Grant arrived on time to dazzle and quip on the red carpet. Hugh arranged for the officers to have their own screening of the film and sent them each a bouquet the next morning. ************ In my version of the story he taps on the window, and the cops ask him what it's like working with Colin Firth.;-) Tribeca, righto, Boss. *wiping brow in relief*

From Roger Friedman, Fox News: I liked Richard Curtis' "Love Actually" a lot. It's like eating a lot of chocolate and washing it down with maple syrup, but boy, the buzz is terrific. Someone said last night that after the premiere they were so high they were being nice to people they didn't like! Curtis, by the way, spooked Joel and Ethan Coen at the premiere when he told them a friend of his in England liked their movies so much he named his kid "Joel Ethan." At least it wasn't "Barton Fink!"

(Mari) In my version of the story he taps on the window, and the cops ask him what it's like working with Colin Firth.;-) Pffft! Reaching for Windex. From Roger Friedman...It's like eating a lot of chocolate and washing it down with maple syrup...Someone said last night that after the premiere they were so high they were being nice to people they didn't like! LOL! "I'd like to teach the world to sing in perfect har-mon-y..." Come on everybody, join in.

(Mari) In my version of the story he taps on the window, and the cops ask him what it's like working with Colin Firth.;-) ROTFLMAO! Bloody Colin! (Karen) LOL! "I'd like to teach the world to sing in perfect har-mon-y..." Come on everybody, join in. Ohhhhh.....Mmmmm...nope! Didn't work! For a second I thought that would replace the other song I have bouncing around in my head "....I feel it in my fingers....I feel it in my toes" ;-D

I want to see the looks on boyfriends, husbands, significant others faces tonights when there is a mass turning of the dial and flipping of the remote to The Best Damn Sports Show Period!, especially those that have chided said so's in the past "You don't watch that garbage do you?"

(Ada) Found some new pics at Rex of CF... (Brenda)He's being recognized on the street now! I'm sure he's thrilled ;-) (Tress)OOooohhh....we were looking for that stride and it was on the streets and we missed it! Crikey! Well, I will continue to delude myself that had he walked by, we would have noticed him, and no one would have fallen down. *Sigh* I can imagine myself falling down on the cobbles; actually, I'm suprised I didn't collapse after he left and then I was supported by dear Bee and dear little bee. ;-) And where else but with other Drooleurs would the reponse be, "Good God! What is the matter? Is there nothing you can take for your present relief? A glass of wine?" (Tress)Ohhhhh.....Mmmmm...nope! Didn't work! For a second I thought that would replace the other song I have bouncing around in my head "....I feel it in my fingers....I feel it in my toes" ;-D That song is frighteningly persistent for "rubbish." I was raking the roof last night and I really had to worry that I was going to laught too hard and fall off. Then again, I suppose I'd prefer the song to naughty Manhatten when I'm balancing precariously two stories up.

(Karen) Miramax's offices are in Tribeca Beat me to it. :-) (Linda) So, it was Soho, huh? Must remember that for next time;-) *cough*, *ahem*......who suggested SOHO might be a destination at one point? ;-) Though figured on wrong time of *day*. I have an emailed account from the other DD who attended, but need to check if she wants me to post it or will do so herself. So glad you decided to do that, DD! Awesome to meet you and DH. Too bad was at the end. Want to see yours before I post more to avoid too much redundancy about anything. Thanks, Karen. (Mari) When I went to the Best Damn Sports Show site, it was unmistakeable. Colin's name was on a giant marquee flashing across this url I am all astonishment at how much I don't get this. :-( Will try to keep open mind......now where did that crowbar get to. ;-) (Kate) Maybe he's going to discuss his fighting techniques that allowed him to kick HG's a$$? Me thinks he's loving saying that he kicked HG's a$$. Said it yet again last night. Too cute. (Evelyn) And , oh yes, phrases are mobetta than long sentences. Friends want to know why emails arrive in clipped sentences at times. ;-) Not going to fixed engagement tonight as planned, rescheduled. Too worn out....and boss here again **tomorrow** for half day. Saving the rest of my strength for the movie and Q&A with a "moody" Aussie actor tomorrow. Will post some more stuff later.

(Linda) So, it was Soho, huh? Must remember that for next time;-) (me) *cough*, *ahem*......who suggested SOHO might be a destination at one point? ;-) Though figured on wrong time of *day*. Upon quick reflection after posting, in all fairness to Linda, she may not have been there at the time to hear.

TV ALERT Sorry if this was posted, I'm still trying to catch up. On E! Behind the Scene Love Actually Premieres: Nov. 13, 5:30 p.m. Encores: Nov. 14, 7:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m.; Nov. 16, 3 a.m., 7:30 a.m.; Nov. 17, 3:30 a.m. (Dorine(Upon quick reflection after posting, in all fairness to Linda, she may not have been there at the time to hear. Thank you for the reflection. If you had mentioned it (while I was there), I would have searched Soho as thoroughly as I searched the Upper East Side or was it West Side?

If you had mentioned it (while I was there), I would have searched Soho as thoroughly as I searched the Upper East Side or was it West Side? Who has the energy for that after all that Chardonnay? ;-) We might be teetering on an unsafe precipice. Thanks for the info on E! Behind the Scenes.

Well the show is nearly half over and no mention of Colin... why do I continue to watch when he's not going to show? (Maria, will the exciting stuff happen in the last five minutes this time?)

Hi, my name is Barb and I'm a CF addict. I'm even watching Tom Arnold waiting for a speculative CF appearance. This is probably the mother of all bad jokes.

(BarbS) Hi, my name is Barb and I'm a CF addict. I'm even watching Tom Arnold waiting for a speculative CF appearance. This is probably the mother of all bad jokes. ROTFL! East coasters are suffering so west coasters don't have to! ;-) (at least I know that I don't have to watch the first hour and a half!)! You have my deepest sympathy Barb...I understand the affliction.

I got all excited thinking we get this poxy sports show, here. However, I just realized that it is an old rerun from July 2001??? Hope the rest of you get the right one.;-(

(BarbS) Hi, my name is Barb and I'm a CF addict. I'm even watching Tom Arnold waiting for a speculative CF appearance. You are not alone. I too am suffering through this...Had I a hari kari set, I would be in kneeling position, readying the blade...It is that bad...

(Maria) Had I a hari kari set Use Ginsu's. A show like that deserves the very best. ;-)

(BarbS) Hi, my name is Barb and I'm a CF addict. I'm even watching Tom Arnold waiting for a speculative CF appearance. (Maria)You are not alone. I too am suffering through this... I'm not sure if I should be glad that a football game preempted the Darn Sports Show, yet I'm unhappy that I can't watch it. This is very sad. If this doesn't meet DSM-IV criteria for something... ;-)

Well, I survived an hour of TBDSSE to no avail. I don't even know if what I saw was live or taped, but he wasn't even mentioned and IT was awful! What a Drooleur won't sacrifice for ODB;-)

(Shoshana)I'm not sure if I should be glad that a football game preempted the Darn Sports Show Be glad, be very glad. I can't imagine how bizarre it would have been had he been on... Worst two hours spent watching dreck ever. Period!

Only the first hour gone here, but I'm packing it in...well, to be honest, the VCR will continue to go but I'm not going with. I'm pretty sure I'm not getting *old* taped show, jokes about Gov Gray Davis and Christian Slater are pretty topical. Gotta go, there's a Bud downstairs with my name on it.

Well, I can't believe I watched the WHOLE thing. Gahh!! No Colin. The only thing that made it remotely bearable was the pint of Guinness(I figured I deserved it if I was going to watch that cr@p). Ahhh, the sacrifices we drooleurs (?) are willing to make for ODB.

I've had it on, but in another room doing something not necessarily worthwhile, but more fun. What dreck. I like some sports shows, but this....:-(

Pics from the press conference for GWAPE (I guess from tonight maybe?) Here's the link http://www.wireimage.com/GalleryListing.asp?navtyp=SRH&logsrch=1&sfld=

oog..try this one instead..(sorry) http://www.wireimage.com/GalleryListing.asp?navtyp=gls====42198

Thanks Ada! I guess it's now not a totally wasted evening. And was that "my" brown t-shirt? ;-)

Watchin' the Best Damn Sports Show period. No Colin yet. They're talking about Roger Clemens returning to Texas. Good idea. And the Oklahoma win over Texas A&M 77-0. Bob Stoops ain't gonna 'pologize. The week before it was our Horns. Yeah, Stoops is right, they beat us fair and square. Best rushing back in the nation? They're way off the mark here because they didn't even list Cedric Benson, Texas RB. I just realized this is a two hour show! Why was I thinking it was half and hour.

Thanks, Ada! He certainly seems no worse for wear with his "late" night and early flight were were told they were taking. The # of my favorite ends end in 71. No wait, 83. Well maybe 63. But then there's 84. Really, 71 is *the* favorite but only by one of those wonderful hairs on his head. It really looks great today. There's no really bad one there, a few just only ok.

Dammit!! *I didn't ask the theater question!* Could have *easily* after the Q&A. Bugger!

(Ada) Pics from the press conference for GWAPE (I guess from tonight maybe?) Well, sometime today. So he did make it out to the West Coast! But why has he canceled all his *primo* TV appearances? Times must have overlapped, too tight, couldn't find anything appropriate to wear... Love the pics on the second page, with his hands all over his face and some of the faces he's pulling. ;-) I'll get the big ones up pronto.

or should I say prontissimo? ;-)

http://www.firth.com/gwape_lapconf.html

For those of us that will not be pierced by Johannes until Jan (well, actually for all of us!) And dammit, I'll be flying that day! SUNDAY DECEMBER 28, 2003 Anatomy Of A Scene: Girl with a Pearl Earring 7:00 PM http://www.sundancechannel.com/schedule/?schedDate=12/28/2003+06:00:00

Ooh! And thanks for those GWAPE LA pics Ada and Karen! They are beautiful! The hands, the hair, the thoughtful far away looks...YUM!

Sorry, a link just led me back to Sundance again..It will play also on Dec 25, 8pm, and Dec 31 3:30pm...I can't get the site to work properly from home to copy the shows description...

A guess, but I don't think they've finished setting up the show description for it yet. Am now speechless...

I've been offline for a few days due to horrible (and obscene) virus taking over my PC. But what a wealth of stuff awaited me! I'm so delighted for all of you who got to see him in the flesh. And the icing on top of this delicious cake? - The pics from the GWAPE press conference - it's criminal for a guy to look this good!(I think HGis getting worried!) Thanks, ladies, for all your input. It has made my day (week, month, year!)

Omigod, those GWAPE press conference pics are gorgeous! Thanks, Ada and Karen. His hair looks fab. Didn't he once say his fave haircutter was in LA? Maybe he ditched the chat shows for a grooming session.;-) Thanks also to Linda for the E! Behind the Scenes info and Maria for the GWAPE show on Sundance. Excellent finds, ladies! (Janet)I think HG is getting worried!) Bloody Colin.;-) Did anyone catch Huge on the Today Show just now? I tuned in late but they must have been talking about Colin because the first thing I heard Hugh say to Katie was, "he hates me." LOL! Then later he talked about TEOR and how Renee had plumped up but unfortunately he and Colin did as well. HG's segment is about an hour and 20 minutes into the show; maybe the later time zone people can fill us in. (After all, we took the hit for you yesterday in suffering through the Sports show debacle.;-)

Just saw BBC America again this am Linda and Tress all over the screen again;-)) Also nice fleeting pic of Livia as Colin gets a nano-second interview.

Thanks for the GWAPE press conference pics. I laughed when I saw them because in TIOBE DVD there is a scene with a hair clip to 'control' a curl, but in these pics the curl is back. I love the hair.

Wonderful pics Ada and Karen, thanks! Great way to start the day after last night's sports thing. I'll take my testosterone served up CF-style rather than the other any day of the week! (BTW, great choice Dorine!)

hummmmmmmmmmmm

Hummmmmmmm indeed :-) Thank you all for the reports, articles and pictures. These are wonderful times to be a drooler and to have this place :-)

(Mari) "Did anyone catch Huge on the Today Show just now? I tuned in late but they must have been talking about Colin because the first thing I heard Hugh say to Katie was, "he hates me." No, actually, Hugh was referring to Richard Curtis there. He was saying that for 4 Funerals, Richard made him audition several times which pissed Hugh off because he thought he was above auditioning by then. But now he's been in several RC films -- so Katie said "yeah, he must really hate you." The only remark about Colin was that Hugh thought both he and Colin had "plumped up a bit" since last BJ movie. Not the best interview today -- Katie obviously isn't in sync with HG as she is with CF.

Bee, you did pick out the absolute best pic IMO. The angle of his head is perfect, the hand behind the head, no dorky grin, the background color compliments his perfectly...and no glasses. ;-) However, I do love the ones with his hands on his face too and can see lots of uses for them in the future. Thanks, ladies for the heads up on programs. Just in case...the Wayne Brady Show starts here in about an hour.

Bits I remember from HG on Today - Katie asked if he had ever considered running for public office and he said he was far too selfish for that and would likely misuse the power Katie was referring to Rene having to gain the weight for BJD and asked if he wouldn't like to gain 20-30 pounds for a role and he said he was far too vain for that Katie mentioned something about him always playing the stuttering bumbling role, and she understood because she is always referred to as "perky" She said she is definitely not always perky and he replied, "yes, I had heard that about you", or something like that, was cute He also talked about how RC was "Head Boy" and the beginning of LA where he talks about Love being all around but that he tended to think the world was really more full of hatred and greed... He seems to hold no skeleton back in an interview, kind of like Bill Nighy's character in LA actually

(Karen)Bee, you did pick out the absolute best pic IMO. The angle of his head is perfect, the hand behind the head, no dorky grin, the background color compliments his perfectly...and no glasses. ;-) I do love that one. I was struck by the similarity to the Vermeer which is a fave of mine as well. But what a *bunch* of lovely shots! They will be my eye candy breaks today. Thanks for the rapid conversion Karen. Yum!

(Maria) Katie asked if he had ever considered running for public office and he said he was far too selfish for that and would likely misuse the power Ah yes, but the wittiest part is that he said Caligula would be his role model. ;-) She said she is definitely not always perky and he replied, "yes, I had heard that about you", or something like that, was cute But it also got a big laugh from the crew.

(Me) Katie asked if he had ever considered running for public office and he said he was far too selfish for that and would likely misuse the power (Karen)Ah yes, but the wittiest part is that he said Caligula would be his role model. ;-) Dang! I always forget the punchlines! ;-)) And Karen, bless you for the profile pic! I gasp every time I enter Spring! (polite ladylike wolf whistle!)

(Maria) And Karen, bless you for the profile pic! Felt I had to do it, as I was starting to get hate mail about the Halloween one still be up. ;-)

Picked up a bunch of magazines in NY, including the December Empire, which had the black and white behind-the-scenes pics from LA. The "Git" pic has been added here: http://www.firth.com/love_gal_loc1.html and you can click for an enlarged view.

Thank you Ada and Karen for those stunning photos! We could practically get fingerprints from them, they're so clear :-) And I'm forever grateful to the unfortunates who sat thru the sports show yesterday. Very much appreciated. Think of the pain if he had been on and we'd missed it. I'm trying to think of a show that would've been worse to watch but it's hard to imagine one. Do they still make The Man Show?

No sign of Firth on Wayne Brady or TBDSSP. Anyone else observe this?

(Maria) And Karen, bless you for the profile pic! I gasp every time I enter Spring! (polite ladylike wolf whistle!) I'll second that....thank you!

Double posting but it cannot be helped....how am I to survive this???? The hands Louisa! And they are everywhere!!!!!!!!!!

(Karen)The "Git" pic has been added here: Oh my! I love the *Git* pic:-))) He is stunning in B&W. I also love the candid B&W from TIOBE, also profile:

So, it's official? No CF on TBDSSP? I can re-use the tape without regret (or looking at it). I'm thinking it was some sort of joke, to see if there would be a spike in the ratings ;-)

It was a plot to get drooleurs to watch TBDSSP and Wayne Brady.

Karen, Beedee - thank you! Lovely pictures! (Meredith)So, it's official? No CF on TBDSSP? ... I'm thinking it was some sort of joke, to see if there would be a spike in the ratings ;-) Clever thought indeed. I wonder if there was some random Fox executive at a meeting pondering how to work on developing the female viewer demographics. ;-)

Just finishing my lunch at my desk at work and listening to Terry Gross, as I am want to do and heard..*Next on Fresh Air, the actor Colin firth..yada BJD..yada Darcy..now appearing in Love Actually*! The next program will be tomorrow on Friday which is *vintage* Terry day and they replay old interviews. It made my heart jump anyway and I will be listening again!

Confirmed. No appearance on TBDSSP or Wayne Brady, but he was in LA yesterday, as evidenced by the press conference. He can't stay too long since he has the London premiere in three days. But he could be taping up a storm today for any show that uses pretaped segments or is taped a day in advance, like Wayne Brady (not Craig Kilborn, but could be on tonight). *fingers still crossed for more* (Tress) Double posting but it cannot be helped.... Good thing those fingers were not extended. Eowww! ;-) **************************** I don't want to delay the other "Eene's" account from the Burns Center, so here is Pauline's: Left Philly around 1 PM; arrived Pleasantville 4:30. Lesson learned: Arrive early for best of everything. Ticket agent gave good advice on when to come back for best seating. Early fans are usually there for CF. Met nice people who were full of questions and I became the Oracle of Pleasantville. After some re-arrangement became 2nd in line. So far so good. Layout of Center was v. nice. At 6:15 the doors opened and leisurely took our seats. Very sophisticated film buff type of crowd, also v. wealthy and v. warm and friendly. Lady next to me gave expert opinion on where to sit (aisle seat 2nd row left side next to her). She was a member and saw and spoke to George Clooney last year. Assured me that CF & SJ would sign. She said the local crowd would not be interested in getting autographs etc. (Too world weary?) Looked through audience for Hillary and Bill, my NBF [Ed note: New Best Friend] thought they might appear. Announcer introduced movie and how thrilled he was that SJ was there and "Oh, we might also have heard of CF who was making a name for himself." To his credit he mentioned that we all might want to catch AMITC--a real gem. We watched GWAPE and there was applause at the end. Janet Maslan stepped out and introduced CF and SJ (no PW). Heart stopping moment to realize in same room, same air, same outfit as on The View (who dresses him?). Yadda, yadda yadda. Must compose self to ask Q. Mic comes to me and more yadda from JM. Me: Congratulations to you both on a wonderful film. My question is general in nature. When you film something you think is brilliant and the critics call it rubbish and trash you and the film, what do you as an actor do to work through this type of rejection? How do you exorcise the bad reviews? Guess who answers? JM. She shut me down with a her response. I still had the mic and I clarified that the question was general, the problem is widespread. Me: "For example: as an ordinary person when I have a performance review, its between me and my boss. I can shred it or file it and no one will ever know unless I tell them. Colin and Scarlett are artists and by nature much more sensitive to criticism. Look, we just saw a mesmerizing film." Colin was really engaged at this point and said to her: "I know what she's talking about and its a real problem." Scarlett took over and railed about her bad review when she was compared to the "Hansens" in The Horse Whisperer. Colin then responded and made eye contact with me. He spoke eloquently, gave examples, told an hilarious anecdote, mugged, covered his face while peeking out between his fingers. And all this time looking me straight in the eye. The people around us were commenting on how funny and warm he was. I was having a "near death experience." After Q&A the CF fans went to the stage and he signed everything for everyone. Learning: Take the quality stuff: DVD, books, SWTA and GWAPE. As soon as he saw my SWTA, he immediately said to the handler, "I will stay and sign. No one has to leave." He took my copy of SWTA and showed SJ the weird plastic Colin on the cover [Ed note: American version] and she laughed. He said "This is my favorite picture." After signing for me I also said "Sorry to have brought up a negative subject" and he said "It needs to be discussed. It's a real problem." Went up on stage to get a picture taken with him and that's when Dorine gave her name to him. I leaned over to introduce myself to her, saw my DH snapping pics, and when I turned around he was gone. C'est la vie. Chatted with Dorine; left at 10 PM arrived home at 1 PM. My DH took me on a 12 hour mini-break! When I think back it was a menage a trois.

Did anyone see this yet? Reuters on the red carpet! They do alot of Hugh, they captured the ODB/Hugh hug and there is an ODB interview for at least a minute which I can't listen to with sound yet here at work! What is he saying?? Help!! http://reuters.feedroom.com/?rf=bm Search using Colin's name...

It feels like Pleasantville is slowly changing from black & white to full color. I've another attendee in the wings and am twisting her arm. ;-) She asked a question too!

Thank you Karen and Pauline! Pleasantville is indeed becoming colorized (and in a very good way, NOT in an "It's a Wonderful Life" way!!)! Capital! Capital! He took my copy of SWTA and showed SJ the weird plastic Colin on the cover [Ed note: American version] and she laughed. He said "This is my favorite picture." ROTFL...sounds like he was really 'on' Tuesday night! I'm so glad for those who attended...has been so much fun reading all of your accounts! Thank you all so much!!!

Thank you Karen, Pauline, and Maria. I can't believe that everything just goes on and on. These are the times to hold on to...or something like that. The GWAPE pictures are wonderful. Wow, wireimage finally came through this time!! He must be exhausted but he looks ab-so-lutely wonderful. I think this trip has been good for him, me too! Maria, the Reuters interview was great, thank you. Loved how he wouldn't answer the question about meeting his wife..." that's not for you, not while these things are pointing at me" Sounds like Colin and crew were a bit more "on" in Pleasantville than the night before. Loved hearing all accounts. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

Wow, thanks Karen, Beedee, Ada et al for the beautiful pictures from GWAPE gathering. Thanks for your account of your Q&A, Pauline via Karen. What a one-on-one experience! That's what I'd call it :-). Good question, it was like you and CF being in a parallel universe where just the two of you understood :-D. (Maria)Reuters on the red carpet! They do alot of Hugh, they captured the ODB/Hugh hug What a great find, as usual! Just like being there for those of us that weren't! Was that our "fan base" in the background during the interviews? Definitely in an up close and personal location! Fabulous!

( Maria )What is he saying?? Help!! The interviewer introduced herself while Colin said *good, yes, how are you?..I remember...Toronto, that's right*. Interviewer asks if there is love actually around.Colin' reply was *Well, of course. I mean you love pizza.I love it when my soccer team wins, and you love your children,and it's a word that's hard to escape-it applies to almost anything,really,but I'm no expert.* Interviewer wants to know how he met his wife-is that a romantic story? Colin replies*Ah, yes, but that's not for you while these things are pointing @ me(he pointed up at what I must assume are the microphones and cameras)* Interviewer asks won't you tell us the story? Colin says *Ah, no,I, no.* Interviewer asked about the movie being an ensemble piece. Colin said *That's one of the best things,we all felt we had this to ourselves a little bit, you know* Then they cut cut to ET.

(Karen) Bee, you did pick out the absolute best pic IMO. The *only* reason the one I posted edged out Bee's for me, is I love the little hint of what looks like amusement in eyes and mouth. It was a hard one to call. ;-) (Tress) The hands Louisa! And they are everywhere!!!!!!!!!! Oh, baby!! Also love the pic Spring entrance pic. And that B/W TIOBE pic one of my all time faves. I don't want to delay the other "Eene's" account from the Burns Center, Yes, sorry, mine will most likely be delayed til tomorrow. Just got in and going out again momentarily.