By Alan W Yes, I’m quoting Ebola. Please hold your fire! I'm infected. Just a little infected. It's not that I don't see the ridiculousness of Ebola, but I love ridiculousness. I think having an awareness of the dangers of Ebola is what sets me apart from those who actually believe in the Ebola. Full Story

He was at TIFF for Leaves of Grass. And the word on him is that he can be difficult, surly, temperamental. But aside from Colin Firth, Edward Norton was the most well liked during the festival. Polite, considerate, he charmed everyone, he had time for fans, he was obliging, he never complained, he was patient, he was articulate, Michelle interviewed him at the junket and left with a crush – he has a sexy geek vibe about him that is incredibly attractive – and she was not alone. Full Story

Please. These men. These suits. I love so much. Colin Firth was in the lobby the other day waiting to exit. I only saw him from behind at first. Noticed the suit. And the height. He is a tall, tall man. And he carries himself so beautifully it’s instantly recognisable. Stationed at the side entrance so as not to be mobbed by the throng outside, his publicist led him out to the sedan waiting to pick him up. Full Story

Champagne. Apparently they like their champagne. U2 played Toronto Wednesday, a well timed 2 show stop on their tour to coincide with the festival. They came in a couple days earlier, hit up Colin Farrell’s Ondine premiere, Bono and The Edge popped into the Masonic Temple for a quick visit – photos attached – and post concert last night they celebrated at an exclusive afterparty at ONE where they cleaned out the restaurant of its entire supply of Moet. Full Story

P&G has been sponsoring our TIFF coverage and my TIFF BFF. P&G is also the official TIFF Beauty Sponsor, providing touch ups for celebrities and guests before red carpet and other events throughout the duration of the festival. Rihanna represents CoverGirl Full Story

There’s Shelfy…and then there’s Natalie. Jessica Biel has always referred to the “Top Tier”, a club to which she does not belong that, of course, includes Natalie Portman on a short list of young actors constantly presented with the most prestigious parts. Biel has blamed her exclusion from the “Top Tier” on her good looks, lamenting that it’s her beauty that has held her back Full Story

WRITTEN BY ALAN W. Last night, Jacek interrupted my Glee screening (party of one) to give me the low-down on my next assignment. Did you watch? Matthew Morrison singing Montell Jordan, Bel Biv Devoe, and Color Me Badd all in one episode? Enough said. Emily and I were both dancing in our living rooms. Full Story

The Private Lives of Pippa Lee premiered at TIFF last night. I was assigned to the cover the carpet for etalk and when Rebecca Miller arrived, it was like Robert Pattinson for me. No one but Rebecca Miller could wear what she wore. I know you think it’s weird, I know you think it’s not something Jennifer Aniston would wear and therefore not acceptable. Full Story

Many of you have been eager for news about Drew Barrymore and Whip It at TIFF. Drew and the cast attended the press conference yesterday and her reception here in Toronto has been rock star-like, surprising to many of us who had no idea, even though Drew is most definitely an A+ name, that she inspired that kind of … frenzy. Full Story

Viggo Mortensen is looking dandy as ever in this svelte black suit and pristine white shirt. And his hair looks so healthy and luscious, you know he likes to sit down in front of a mirror at night and brush it exactly 1000 times like Marcia Brady would do. As promised, Viggo is currently making the rounds at TIFF promoting the new film The Road, which also stars Charlize Theron and Guy Pearce. Full Story

As you’re keenly aware by now, P&G Beauty has been sponsoring our TIFF coverage on LaineyGossip. As the official TIFF Beauty Sponsor, they’ve also been providing touch ups for celebrities and guests before red carpet and other events throughout the duration of the festival. Pantene and their Moisture Renewal Collection (Shampoo Full Story

Style-wise… Naomi Watts. She was at TIFF yesterday at the Swarovski party and also on the carpet for her film Mother & Child. This jumpsuit and those shoes, it’s the best I’ve seen so far. She looked incredible. Chic, confident, comfortable, and tiny. Naomi seemed subdued last night. Full Story

I love those pages in Us Weekly when Jennifer Garner goes grocery shopping or Tori Spelling is picking her wedge – just like Us! Cracks me up. Sorry to be late on this, especially since it’s George Clooney and Matt Damon, but it’s been a crazy few days in Toronto. They were both in Toronto at the same time, and they hooked up two nights in a row for a little bromance. Full Story

Saturday night, Colin Farrell’s Triage screened at TIFF and I was on the carpet for the arrival wearing a new dress. My Nanette Lepore pixel. Love it so much. Colin is at his best right now. His best is f-cking hot. Short hair, he has a tan, he’s fit, and when he talked to me he was in great spirits. Full Story