George Clooney's ex-girlfriend says dating the star was "nerve-wracking and stressful." Sarah Larson split from the "Burn After Reading" star earlier this year after an almost 12-month relationship, but has admitted she felt extremely self-conscious whenever they went out in public together.

Asked how it felt to have dated the "sexiest man alive," Sarah said: "No pressure. It was a little nerve-wracking because you know, everybody loves George, and so, to be in the public eye like that, it was a little bit stressful."

Hugh Jackman says his wife and eight-year-old son couldn't believe it when he was named Sexiest Man Alive.

The "X-Men" star - who beat stars including Brad Pitt, George Clooney and Matt Damon to be given People magazine's annual honor - admits spouse Deborra Lee-Furness found it difficult to understand why he was chosen for the award.

Will Smith has topped a list of America's Favorite Stars. The "I Am Legend" actor was voted in at number one by readers of Parade magazine and viewers of TV show "Entertainment Tonight."

The 40-year-old star - who is married to "The Women" actress Jada Pinkett Smith - beat off competition from second place winner Tom Hanks and third favorite Reese Witherspoon.

Courteney Cox threw a party to celebrate Barack Obama's success in the American presidential election on Tuesday night.

The "Friends" actress and her husband David Arquette held the bash at their Beverly Hills home, and a host of famous faces - including Jennifer Aniston, Sacha Baron Cohen and his partner Isla Fisher - attended.

Geri Halliwell is "desperate" to get George Clooney and Brad Pitt to star in her new film. The former Spice Girl has revealed her plans to cast the Hollywood heartthrobs in the upcoming animated adaptation of her children's books "Ugenia Lavender."

She said: "I have not met Brad Pitt so realistically he's unlikely to take part but I am desperate to get the gorgeous George on board."

George Clooney has rekindled his romance with Krista Allen.

The actor, who has previously dated the actress twice before, reportedly realized he still has feelings for Krista and decided to give their relationship another try.