Thandie Newton

Thandiwe Adjewa "Thandie" Newton (born 6 November 1972) is an English actress. She has appeared in a number of successful British and American films, including The Pursuit of Happyness; Run, Fat Boy, Run; Mission: Impossible II; Crash and W. Newton made her film debut in Flirting (1991). She gained international recognition in the Merchant Ivory production of Jefferson in Paris as Sally Hemings, which led to her being cast in Jonathan Demme's Beloved (1998), in which she played the title character. She played the female lead Nyah Hall in the film Mission: Impossible II. When this film went over schedule, she had to pull out of the film Charlie's Angels[citation needed], and her character ultimately went to Lucy Liu. Between 2003 and 2005, Newton played Makemba "Kem" Likasu, the love interest, and later wife of Dr. John Carter on the American television series ER. She reprised the role once more for the series finale in 2009. In 2004 also appeared in The Chronicles of Riddick and Crash. In the latter, she played a wealthy black woman who, along with her husband, finds herself the target of a racist policeman (played by Matt Dillon). Newton was honoured with a BAFTA award for Best Supporting Actress in 2006. She also played Chris Gardner's wife, Linda Gardner, in The Pursuit of Happyness. In addition to her film and television credits she played the title role in a 2006 radio pantomime version of Cinderella. In 2007, she starred alongside Eddie Murphy in the comedy Norbit as his love interest, and opposite Simon Pegg as his ex-girlfriend in the comedy Run Fat Boy Run. Newton next portrayed U.S. National Security Advisor-turned Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, in W., Oliver Stone's film biography of President George W. Bush. Newton married English writer/director/producer Ol Parker in 1998. The couple have two daughters: Ripley, born in 2000, and Nico, born in 2004.

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Adjustable Hammered Dome Ring in Silver

Ada III Ring in Thistle

Strapless Pleat Dress

Emily Strapless Dress in Beige

Thandie Newton seen on Nov 03 2009 in Los Angeles, CA. The perpetually gorgeous Thandie Newton was spotted at the Los Angeles premiere of the new film "2012" on November 3, looking absolutely stunning in a black and white floral painted Prabal Gurung dress. If the style of the dress looks familiar, Leighton Meester wore one of Gurung's stunners just one day earlier. For a similar look to Thandie's, try a classic strapless dress like Single's Strapless Pleat Dress in Black or Shumaq's Emily Strapless Dress in Beige, paired with an eye-catching oversized cocktail ring (check out either Megan Greene's Ada III Ring in Thistle or Michele Michel Jewelry's Adjustable Hammered Dome Ring in Silver). TN completed her look with a pair of black Brian Atwood heels and a sleek, shiny bob. What are your thoughts, readers - are you as in love with her look here as I am? Simply stunning. For those of you who admire Newton's svelte frame, she has opened up about her fitness regime. She says, "I’m a Jivamukti yoga freak – it’s food for my soul. When I’m not working, I’ll drop Rip off at school and Nico at nursery, then I go to yoga. I also have an amazing personal trainer who I see whenever I can. His name is Liston Wingate-Denys." For those of you not familiar, Jivamukti yoga involves physically stimulating routines, along with meditation, Sanskrit chanting, Yogic philosophical teachings and deep relaxation. How intense! Anyone out there a fan of this type of yoga? Let me know!

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Piper Belt

Racer Back Dress with Pockets in Jade

Ashley Dress

V-Neck Dress with Tie

Low V-Neck with Chain Belt

Thandie Newton seen on Jul 09 2009 in London, England. The lovely Thandie Newton made an appearance at The Summer Party held at London’s Serpentine Gallery on July 9, rocking a beautifully colorful look from Matthew Williamson Resort 2010 Collection. For a similar look to Thandie's gorgeous silk watercolor dress, check out Single's selection printed silk dresses (like the Low V-Neck Dress with Chain Belt in Fuchsia Multi or the V-Neck Dress with Tie in Aqua / Black), Prairie New York's Ashley Dress in Picket Fence, which has a similar silhouette to Thandie's MW choice, or Black Halo's luxurious Racer Back Dress with Pockets in Jade. Newton then accessorized her look with a fashion-forward pair of nude Matthew Williamson heels, a studded belt (like Motif 56's Piper Belt in Natural) and an embellished blue silk clutch. What do you think of Thandie's look here - does she rock it or not? Personally, I always think she looks classy and gorgeous, especially so in this beautiful dress which really suits her skin tone. Her sleek hair with the oh-so-playful side part finishes off her look. Thandie attended the art soiree with director hubby Ol Parker, in addition to other celebs like Mario Testino, singer Natalie Imbruglia, Pharrell Williams, and UK singing sensation Will Young. Thandie has pretty much always kept it classy on the carpet, as two years ago today she was quoted as saying, "Celebrity these days is just about wearing something plunging on the red carpet. I think Liz Hurley wearing that Versace dress started it all." Do you agree with her sentiments about the current state of celebrity (or at least the state of celebrity in 2007?). And have you seen Thandie wearing anything "plunging" that would make her statement contradictory? Weigh in readers!