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Forest Whitaker and Oprah Winfrey star in the trailer for the star-studded film The Butler, in theaters October 18.

The movie tells the story of a White House butler (Whitaker) who served eight American presidents over three decades. The film traces the dramatic changes that swept American society during this time, from the civil rights movement to Vietnam and beyond, and how those changes affected this man’s life and family.

The Butler also stars Alex Pettyfer, John Cusack, Robin Williams, Terrence Howard, James Marsden, Alan Rickman, Liev Schreiber, Melissa Leo, Minka Kelly, Jane Fonda, Cuba Gooding Jr., Jesse Williams, Vanessa Redgrave, Mariah Carey, David Oyelowo, and Lenny Kravitz. It was directed by Lee Daniels (The Paperboy, Precious), produced by Cassian Elwes, and executive produced by Hilary Shor.

Jessica Chastain dolls up for The American Theatre Wing’s 2012 Annual Gala held at The Plaza Hotel on Monday (September 24) in New York City.

The Oscar nominated actress, in an Oscar de la Renta dress and Jimmy Choo shoes, was joined at the event by Liam Neeson and Vanessa Redgrave, who was accompanied by her daughter Joely Richardson.

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Jessica‘s Broadway play The Heiress is set to begin previews on October 6 – be sure to grab your tickets while you still can!

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Alex Pettyfer spins a gun on the set of The Butler on Thursday (August 23) in New Orleans, La.

Vanessa Redgrave joined Alex on the set in a white ensemble.

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Earlier in the week, the 22-year-old handsome actor showed off his multiple tattoos when he went shirtless on set!

The Butler also stars Robin Williams, James Marsden, Minka Kelly, John Cusack, and Melissa Leo.

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Jessica Chastain hits the red carpet at the premiere of her latest movie, Coriolanus, on Tuesday (January 17) at the Paris Theater in NYC.

The 30-year-old actress, also pictured with co-stars Vanessa Redgrave and Ralph Fiennes, paired her Monique Lhuillier dress with Jimmy Choo shoes and Harry Winston jewelry.

The cast then headed over to Forty Four at Royalton for the film’s after party.

Earlier in the evening, Jessica stopped by The Ed Sullivan Theater to tape an appearance on The Late Show With David Letterman.

Jessica arrived wearing a bright Karen Caldwell eco-conscious dress (made from reworked vintage fabric with organic dyes) and Barbara Bui heels.

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Gossip Girl starlet Willa Holland arrives at the annual Oxfam party held at Esquire House on Friday in Hollywood.

Joining the 17-year-old actress at the event include Speed Racer star Emile Hirsch, Grey’s Anatomy newcomer Melissa George, chef Giada De Laurentiis, Minnie Driver, Joely Richardson and her mother Vanessa Redgrave. 25+ pictures from the event inside…

For more information on ending global poverty, visit OxfamAmerica.org.

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