James Franco has lost advertising deals because the companies were unhappy with him backing films about gay sex and the porn industry.

The 'Oz the Great and Powerful' star recently produced 'Kink', a documentary about a hardcore porn studio, and directed 'Interior: Leather Bar' - which features gay sex scenes - and he admits working on such daring projects is always a ''risk'' because of how it impacts other elements of his career.

James Franco fought back tears as he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame yesterday (07.03.13).

The 'Oz the Great and Powerful' actor appeared overwhelmed with pride as he cemented his place in entertainment history by receiving the commemorative plaque in front of the El Capitan theatre.

Ashley Benson and James Franco upset Justin Bieber with their parody video.

The 23-year-old actress and her 'Spring Breakers' co-star sparked rumours they were dating after James posted online a raunchy spoof video to the pop star's track 'Boyfriend', in which he sported a blonde wig and baseball cap while Ashley danced around him in a hotel room.

Zach Braff can relate to the monkey he plays in 'Oz the Great and Powerful'.

The 37-year-old actor portrays magician's assistant Frank and voices animated flying monkey Finley in the movie and Zach admitted he shares certain characteristics with the animal.