Catherine Zeta-Jones is to be one of the presenters at next month’s Tony Awards

The 41-year-old star – who, at last year’s ceremony, was named Best Leading Actress for her role in Broadway musical ‘A Little Night Music’ – will hand out one of the prizes at the prestigious event at New York’s Beacon Theatre on June 12.

Other stars who will be presenting awards include Daniel Radcliffe, Whoopi Goldberg, Chris Rock, Alec Baldwin, Samuel L. Jackson and Kelsey Grammer.

The awards – which will be hosted by ‘How I Met Your Mother’ star Neil Patrick Harris – will be one of Catherine’s first official public appearances since she announced last month she had been to rehab to receive treatment Bipolar II disorder, which is also known as manic depression.

At last year’s awards, after she was named Best Leading Actress, Catherine took to the stage to give a gushing speech, which included an intimate tribute to her husband Michael Douglas.

She told the audience: “See that man there? He’s a movie star and I get to sleep with him every night.”

However, she later admitted her comments her “crass”, saying: “It wasn’t the most elegant thing to say, was it? I was so caught up in the moment I don’t think I knew what I was saying. I had no control what was coming out of my mouth.

“Standing up there I felt speechless but obviously I said something but it was such a surprise that my brain didn’t really connect to my mouth.

“’What I said about Michael was heartfelt. Although thinking about it now I can’t believe I said something as crass as that.”

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Michael Douglas has said that Catherine Zeta-Jones’s depression was “outed”

The 41-year-old actress revealed earlier this month she was being treated for Bipolar II disorder – also known as manic depression – and her husband has told of how she decided to make it public because she feared someone else would.

He said: “Catherine’s being quite open about it because she was outed. “[She] went to get some help, and some other patient probably said, ‘Hey, you won’t believe who’s in here now.’ So, once that happens, I think she felt best to get out her story.”

Catherine was treated for five days at the Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Connecticut, after developing the mental illness due to the stress of Michael’s recent battle with throat cancer. He said during an appearance on the ‘Oprah Winfrey Show’: “After dealing with the stress of the past year, Catherine made the decision to check into a mental health facility for a brief stay.”

He also hinted that the Welsh beauty found it hard to admit that she had the disorder to her husband because of other troubles in his life.
The 66-year-old actor added: “My son is in federal prison, my ex-wife is suing me…it’s kind of hard for the wife to say that she’s depressed.” Now her illness is known to the world Catherine hopes it will give other sufferers the strength to seek help. She said in a statement: “If my revelation of having Bipolar II has encouraged one person to seek help, then it is worth it.”

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Halle Berry has been named as one of the 50 Most Beautiful Women In Film

Compiled by the Los Angeles Times Magazine, the Oscar-winning actress landed the number five spot thanks to her role as a Bond girl in ‘Die Another Day‘, closely followed by new mother Penelope Cruz – who gave birth to her first child with Javier Bardem last month – in 11th place.

With the likes of Jennifer Connelly, Kim Basinger and Anne Hathaway all making the top 20, the trio were joined by Hollywood legends Farrah Fawcett, Ava Gardner and Faye Dunaway, while Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe were voted in at number 22 and 32 respectively.

‘Gossip Girl‘ actress Blake Lively was the youngest star on the list at the age of 23, while Oscar-nominated ‘Black Swan’ star Natalie Portman, ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ beauty Freida Pinto and Julia Roberts also made the top 50.

However, 55-year-old French actress Isabelle Adjani – known for her roles in ‘Queen Margot’ and ‘Possession‘- eclipsed all the other women in the poll by claiming the top spot.

Los Angeles Times Magazine’s Top 50 Most Beautiful Women In Film 2011:

1. Isabelle Adjani

2. Brigitte Bardot

3. Kim Basinger

4. Monica Bellucci

5. Halle Berry

6. Louise Brooks

7. Claudia Cardinale

8. Julie Christie

9. Jennifer Connelly

10. Joan Crawford

11. Penelope Cruz

12. Dorothy Dandridge

13. Catherine Deneuve

14. Faye Dunaway

15. Farrah Fawcett

16. Greta Garbo

17. Ava Gardner

18. Eva Green

19. Anne Hathaway

20. Salma Hayek

21. Rita Hayworth

22. Audrey Hepburn

23. Angelina Jolie

24. Grace Kelly

25. Beyonce Knowles

26. Nicole Kidman

27. Hedy Lamarr

28. Vivien Leigh

29. Virna Lisi

30. Blake Lively

31. Jennifer Lopez

32. Sophia Loren

33. Ali Macgraw

34. Marilyn Monroe

35. Kim Novak

36. Merele Oberon

37. Michelle Pfeiffer

38. Frieda Pinto

39. Natalie Portman

40. Julia Roberts

41. Jean Seberg

42. Brooke Shields

43. Sharon Stone

44. Elizabeth Taylor

45. Charlize Theron

46. Gene Tierney

47. Lana Turner

48. Rachel Weisz

49. Natalie Wood

50. Catherine Zeta-Jones

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Michael Douglas hasn’t forgiven the doctors who failed to spot his throat cancer

Although the ‘Wall Street’ actor is confident he has beaten the disease after the tumour has been successfully removed following six months of treatment, is still angry the illness wasn’t diagnosed sooner.

Speaking about when he first became ill at the beginning of last year, Michael said: “I went and saw a round of doctors in January-February and they didn’t pick up anything. They gave me some antibiotics and then I went and saw a round of doctors again in May and still nothing. Then my tongue started bothering me and by the time I took off for the summer and came back in August, I told my doctor ‘Hey, something’s going on.’ ”

The 66-year-old star – who has children Dylan, 10, and seven-year-old Carys with wife Catherine Zeta-Jones, as well as 32-year-old Cameron from a previous marriage – says he then went to see a specialist in August, who noticed a growth under his tongue and a biopsy confirmed the tumour was cancerous.

However, by the time it was discovered, the cancer had already progressed to stage four.

He told US TV show ‘Access Hollywood’: “I understand it’s a very difficult cancer tumour to find. It was under the tongue and it’s unusual, but I’m still doing my homework on it. I would say I have not forgiven…stage two would have been nicer than stage four.”

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Catherine Zeta-Jones burst into tears when she heard Michael Douglas tumour had disappeared

The ‘Wall Street‘ actor endured a gruelling chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment after he was diagnosed with throat cancer six months ago and his wife failed to control her emotions after the 66-year-old star was given the news his treatment had worked.

Michael said: “She had a good cry when she heard. I can’t tell you I was jumping up and clicking my heels. For me, it will probably be two or three months before it will really sink in and feel good.”

Catherine, 41, added her thanks to the medical staff who looked after her husband and declared it was a “fantastic” way to start 2011.

She said: “We are so grateful for the wonderful care Michael has received and of course for this happy news. It’s an incredible way to start the New Year.”

The couple had a low key celebration with their children Dylan, 10, and Carys, seven, where they dined on oysters and toasted with non-alcoholic cocktails.

Although drinking and smoking are believed to be two of the main causes of throat cancer, Michael allowed himself a glass of wine but admitted “it didn’t taste good.”

The actor – who lost 32lbs during his treatment – is now “going to be eating much more of an organic diet” in order to prevent the tumour returning.

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Catherine Zeta-Jones admits it is tough watching her husband battle throat cancer

The 40-year-old actress is saddened by the toll gruelling radiotherapy and chemotherapy is having on Michael Douglas, who announced last month he was undergoing treatment after discovering a tumour at the base of his tongue.

She said: “The hardest part is seeing his fatigue, because Michael is never tired.”

The couple have two children together, Dylan, 10, and seven-year-old Carys and the ‘Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps’ actor – whose son from a previous marriage, 31-year-old Cameron, is currently serving a five-year jail term for drugs offences – insisted on breaking the news of his condition to them himself.

Catherine added to People magazine: “Daddy sat them down and told them he has cancer now.”

Despite admitting his cancer is at an advanced stage, 65-year-old Michael – who was diagnosed with the illness after complaining of persistent ear and throat pain – is confident he can beat the disease, though he is finding treatment hard.

He said: “It’s a fight. It really knocks you out.”

Catherine added: “If there’s anything Michael has, it’s strength.”

Scarlett Johansson and Denzel Washington were among the winners at last night’s (13.06.10) Tony Awards.

The ‘Lost In Translation’ actress – who attended the 64th annual theatre event with husband Ryan Reynolds – picked up the gong for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her role in ‘A View From the Bridge’ on New York’s Broadway.

She said: “Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to be on Broadway. And here I am.”

Meanwhile, Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington won the Best Actor in a Play accolade for his part in ‘Fences’, while co-star Viola Davis picked up the award for Best Actress in a Play.

Denzel revealed: “My mother always said man gives you the award and God gives you the reward. I guess I got both tonight.”

Scarlett and Denzel were not the only Hollywood stars picking up awards for their theatre work.

Catherine Zeta-Jones – who famously showcased her musical talents in the 2002 film adaptation of ‘Chicago’ – won the Best Actress in a Musical award for her portrayal of Desiree in ‘A Little Night Music’.

‘Red’ was the biggest winner of the night, picking up six honours, including the coveted Best Play accolade, while ‘Memphis’ claimed the Best Musical prize.

Angela Lansbury was recognised with an Honorary Award at the ceremony, which took place at Radio City Music Hall in New York.

‘Will and Grace‘ actor Sean Hayes hosted the annual theatre prize-giving event.

Tony Awards 2010 full list of winners:

Best Musical: ‘Memphis’

Best Play: ‘Red’

Best Musical Revival: ‘La Cage aux Folles’

Best Play Revival: ‘Fences’

Best Featured Actress in a Play: Scarlett Johansson, ‘A View From the Bridge’

Best Featured Actor in a Play: Eddie Redmayne, ‘Red’

Best Actress in a Play: Viola Davis, ‘Fences

Best Actor in a Play: Denzel Washington, ‘Fences’

Best Actress in a Musical: Catherine Zeta-Jones, ‘A Little Night Music’

Best Actor in a Musical: Douglas Hodge, ‘La Cage aux Folles’

Best Featured Actress in a Musical: Katie Finneran, ‘Promises, Promises’

Best Featured Actor in a Musical: Levi Kreis, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’

Best Choreography: Bill T. Jones, ‘Fela!’

Best Direction of a Play: Michael Grandage, ‘Red’

Best Direction of a Musical: Terry Johnson, ‘La Cage aux Folles’

Best Book: ‘Memphis’

Best Orchestrations: ‘Memphis’

Best Original Score: ‘Memphis’

Best Scenic Design: ‘Red’

Best Lighting Design: ‘Red’

Best Sound Design: ‘Red’

Best Scenic Design of a Musical: ‘American Idiot’

Best Lighting Design of a Musical: ‘American Idiot’

Best Sound Design of a Musical: ‘Fela!’

Best Costume Design of a Musical: ‘Fela!’

Best Costume Design of a Play: ‘The Royal Family’

Honorary Award: Angela Lansbury, American Theater Wing’s Honorary Chairman

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Catherine Zeta-Jones has no problem getting naked.

The Oscar-winning actress stripped off for her first ever nude photo shoot for Allure magazine but admits she wasn’t daunted by the prospect because she’s confident with her body.

The 40-year-old beauty said: “That’s when your dancing days and being in theatre pay off. When you’re doing a quick change, you don’t give a damn who sees you.”

While Catherine – who has two children, Dylan, nine, and six-year-old Carys, with husband Michael Douglas – has no problems getting naked she recently admitted it’s harder to do now the family live in New York rather than Bermuda.

She said: “In Bermuda, the children were like naked, opening the back door. So was I. Just running out into the garden. It’s really hard to do that in Central Park!”

Welsh-born Catherine says the family are used to moving around and admits they would love to sail around the world in a boat.

She added: “I wouldn’t be surprised if we do that.”

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The ‘Fatal Attraction’ star wed the actress in 2000 but admits they were both hurt by the criticism aimed at them because of their 25-year age gap.

He said: “It was thrown up at you constantly. I felt bad for her.”

Following their wedding, the couple – who have two children, Dylan, nine, and six-year-old Carys – moved to Bermuda, where they could escape the media spotlight although they have since moved back to New York.

Michael – who has a 31-year-old son, Cameron, from his first marriage to Diandra Luker – says being a divorcee has made him realise how you make a marriage work.

He told Vanity Fair magazine: “We always tend to be kinder or make more of an effort to strangers than we do to the person closest to us.”

The 65-year-old actor has previously said he isn’t concerned about the age difference between him and 40-year-old Catherine especially with the advances in medication.

He said: “At least in your head, your fire burns as brightly. Let’s not kid ourselves. But God bless her that she likes older guys. And some wonderful enhancements have happened in the last few years – Viagra, Cialis – that can make us all feel younger.”

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The 40-year-old actress – who is married to 65-year-old actor Michael Douglas – says she could never date someone who is younger than her because they are so “selfish”.

She said: “I know that young men are more unbiased, playful and firmer. There’s no question about that. But they are also more selfish and narcissistic. This is why they never had a chance to go out with me.

“I need a man who is sensitive and caring. Someone who is superior to me and I can lean on. But that doesn’t mean not that I fancy old and fat men.”

The mother-of-two – who married ‘Fatal Attraction’ star Michael in 2000 – believes the Oscar-winning actor is her ideal man and has never worried about the 25-year age gap between them.

She told German magazine InTouch: “He knows exactly what he wants and what life is about. That impresses me. But Michael can also be a real softy. He sends me flowers and cries when his kids say something particularly pathetic.

“We didn’t care about the age gap from the beginning on. We relied more on our emotions and feelings. It was like that and it should always be like that.”

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The Welsh actress – who has children Dylan, nine, and Carys, six, with husband Michael Douglas – stunned the audience of her play ‘A Little Night Music’ on New York’s Broadway when she opened her kimono a little too much, revealing her breasts to the left side of the audience.

A theatre-goer said: “I couldn’t believe it. No wonder Michael Douglas looks so happy. The couple sitting next to me also saw it and poked each other.”

Critics have not been kind to Catherine for her portrayal of 19th century Swede Desiree in the production, with one blasting her for not being able to sing and act at the same time.

The 40-year-old star recently admitted she is “insecure” about her appearance.

She said: “I have many insecurities. I’m a lot more reserved and quiet than I let on to be.

“I think I’m not aesthetically beautiful. I have a broken nose here. I had a tracheotomy when I was a kid. I had broken capillaries. I always ask my husband, ‘Do I look fat in this dress?’ Can you see that spot on my face?’ ”

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