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People.com: Matt Damon Envies Jake Gyllenhaal's Bald Headupdated: Fri Sep 09 2011 15:31:00

Jake "definitely gets the blue ribbon for the best bald head over me," says Matt

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal: Hollywood's Leading Ladies' Manupdated: Thu Sep 08 2011 08:49:00

The actor steps out with female friends Anna Kendrick, Rashida Jones and Busy Phillipps

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rashida Jones Have Lunch in Los Angelesupdated: Tue Sep 06 2011 09:29:00

The two were spotted lunching and laughing Sunday

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Catches a French Movie in L.A.updated: Fri Sep 02 2011 13:51:00

• Jake Gyllenhaal caught an early movie with a group of male and female friends at the Laemmle Sunset 5 in West Hollywood. According to the onlooker, the newly shorn actor was trying to look incognito at the theater. His movie of choice? The French thriller Point Blank.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Eats a Worm on Man Vs. Wildupdated: Thu Jul 07 2011 14:49:00

Watch the Hollywood hunk as he treks across the frozen terrain of Iceland

People.com: Ryan Reynolds or Jake Gyllenhaal: Whom Should Olivia Wilde Date?updated: Wed Jun 29 2011 18:30:00

The single actress has been hanging out with Hollywood's hottest guys in recent months

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal & Olivia Wilde Get Flirty in L.A.updated: Tue Jun 28 2011 14:52:00

• Jake Gyllenhaal was cracking up and laughing with pals during a lively night at West Hollywood's Chateau Marmont - but the actor gave special attention to one woman: Olivia Wilde. The two were very flirty, an onlooker says, acting "touchy-feely." Says the onlooker: "At one point, he had his hand on hers." Still, the two weren't overly affectionate with each other. "Olivia was very cool," the onlooker says, "and wasn't fawning over Jake but seemed to like the attention he was giving her." Alas, at the end of the evening the two went their separate ways.

Gyllenhaal, cast explain 'Source Code'updated: Fri Apr 01 2011 14:02:00

The stars of the action thriller "Source Code" sit down with CNN to talk about their new film.

'Source Code' a smart, original sci-fi thrillerupdated: Fri Apr 01 2011 14:02:00

Prepare to be blown away -- again and again and again.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal's Foodie Alter Ego Is a French Chefupdated: Thu Mar 17 2011 07:10:00

"Jake's an incredible impersonator," says Michelle Monaghan, his costar in The Source Code

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal & Taylor Swift's Oscar Party Run-Inupdated: Mon Feb 28 2011 22:12:00

The former lovebirds, who broke up in December, were seen in deep conversation at an event

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Runs into Zac Efron at the Sunglass Shopupdated: Wed Feb 09 2011 10:32:00

• Guess they have similar taste! Jake Gyllenhaal and Zac Efron bumped into each other outside the Solstice Sunglass Boutique in New York. According to a source, the guys both tried on the same shades while shopping separately. Gyllenhaal was there first and was soft-spoken and friendly while browsing the frames, the source says.

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal: Back Together Again?updated: Thu Jan 20 2011 17:48:00

After splitting up in December, the two share dinner at a Nashville restaurant Wednesday night

People.com: Golden Globe Stars: Who I'd Like to Have a Drink Withupdated: Mon Jan 17 2011 16:50:00

Natalie Portman, Jake Gyllenhaal and more celebs reveal who they'd like to get to know

People.com: Meet Jake Gyllenhaal's Golden Globe Dateupdated: Mon Jan 17 2011 12:52:00

Longtime friend and former girlfriend Jenny Lewis escorts the nominee

People.com: Golden Globes: Glamour, Heartthrobs - and Awards!updated: Mon Jan 17 2011 00:54:00

Brad and Angelina, Sandra Bullock and Johnny Depp are expected to shine at Sunday's big event

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Praises (and Teases) Pregnant Natalie Portmanupdated: Mon Jan 10 2011 12:33:00

"She's a vegan, which makes it really frustrating when you're picking a place to eat," the actor jokes

People.com: POLL: Should Taylor Swift Write a New Breakup Song?updated: Thu Jan 06 2011 12:14:00

She'll struggle to find lyrics to rhyme with "Gyllenhaal" if she pens a tune

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal Break Up: Sourceupdated: Wed Jan 05 2011 09:09:00

The pair, first linked in October, spent the holidays alone after splitting in December

People.com: Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal Reunite in L.A.updated: Sat Dec 11 2010 00:48:00

The singer visits her new beau's Hollywood Hills home for a cozy night

The stars of 'Love and Other Drugs'updated: Fri Dec 03 2010 12:02:00

Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway talk about their new film and answer your iReport questions.

Coming to a movie theater near youupdated: Fri Dec 03 2010 12:02:00

Need a break from shopping and celebrating the holidays? There will be lots of offerings at your local cinema as Hollywood is releasing a crop of new films through the end of the year.

People.com: Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal Share Coffee - Againupdated: Wed Dec 01 2010 11:48:00

The pair get their hearts racing as they press on with a national caffeine tour

People.com: Spotted! Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal Cozy Up in Nashvilleupdated: Mon Nov 29 2010 07:29:00

The "smiling and laughing" pair are photographed getting coffee in the singer's hometown

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal Share Thanksgiving Maple Lattesupdated: Sat Nov 27 2010 16:49:00

The pair were "really sweet" on their Brooklyn coffee date

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal: Sex Scenes with Anne Hathaway a 'Tough Job'updated: Mon Nov 22 2010 12:57:00

"It's exhausting," says the star of his work in Love and Other Drugs

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Dodges Taylor Talkupdated: Tue Nov 09 2010 06:29:00

Plus: What should the secret couple get nicknamed?

People.com: QUOTED: Jake Gyllenhaal Gets More Naked Than Ever Beforeupdated: Fri Nov 05 2010 10:10:00

He stripped for Prince of Persia, but Jake Gyllenhaal says we ain't seen nothing yet

People.com: Taylor Swift Quizzed on Jake Gyllenhaal by Ellen DeGeneresupdated: Fri Oct 29 2010 12:54:00

"He is very handsome," the TV host tells the country star, prodding her for more info

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal: Keeping It Casual?updated: Wed Oct 27 2010 08:47:00

They're "cute together," says a source, though the two don't seem to be romantic

People.com: Taylor Swift & Jake Gyllenhaal Share a 'Friendly' Brunch in Brooklynupdated: Tue Oct 26 2010 07:28:00

The two stars were also spotted together backstage at SNL over the weekend

People.com: Anne Hathaway Has 'No Trouble' with Nude Scenesupdated: Mon Oct 18 2010 20:28:00

But she does have some deal-breakers when it comes to finding a man to have a relationship with

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Dreads Turning 30 - Sort Ofupdated: Tue Oct 05 2010 14:49:00

Still, he feels comfortable with himself, and partly credits sister Maggie

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Indulges His Inner Foodie in N.Y.C.updated: Tue Sep 28 2010 12:08:00

Plus: J.Lo and Marc take their twins to an NFL game, Cameron Diaz and more

People.com: Which Hollywood Hunk Rocks the Sword-and-Sandals Look Best?updated: Wed Jun 23 2010 15:29:00

Whether it's Prince Jake Gyllenhaal or Twilight's Kellan Lutz, these shirtless studs make very little look good

White actors snagging minority roles causes furorupdated: Fri Jun 18 2010 16:36:00

There was a time when if a white actor or actress was cast in the role of a character of color, there was very little outcry.

Why do video games make such bad movies?updated: Mon Jun 14 2010 09:39:00

Do you think the idea of Jake Gyllenhaal playing a time-traveling Arabian swordsman seems far-fetched?

I'm jealous of new couplesupdated: Fri Jun 11 2010 10:36:00

I want to start this confession with a disclaimer: I have a boyfriend who I have been dating for two and a half years. It is a relationship that I have poured more love, commitment and concern into than any of my previous ones put together, and he does the same.

Your guide to the summer blockbustersupdated: Fri Jun 04 2010 18:47:00

It's Memorial Day weekend, which can only mean one thing: time to sit inside an air-conditioned movie theater. To get ready for summer-blockbuster season, here's a roundup of the most buzzed-about movies being released through July:

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Rides His Motorbike - to Brunch!updated: Wed Jun 02 2010 11:29:00

• After a whirlwind week promoting his new movie Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Jake Gyllenhaal was in the mood to kick back. The actor started his weekend with a big night out at L.A.'s Trousdale Lounge, where he sat in the back room sipping vodka along with a large group of friends. Later, he was spotted at Lamill Coffee Boutique in Silver Lake twice - first for a steak and eggs brunch with a couple and their little girl, then again for a Memorial Day breakfast after riding his motorcycle. During the brunch, the actor "seemed to enjoy playing with the couple's daughter," an onlooker says.

'Prince of Persia': The curse of the video gameupdated: Fri May 28 2010 10:00:00

Hollywood remains bewitched with the synergistic potential of the big-screen VG adaptation -- yes, even after "Alone in the Dark." But just as there is nothing more boring than watching someone else playing with their joystick, there has yet to be a satisfying movie derived from this source.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Surprises Fans - at the Movies!updated: Fri May 21 2010 11:28:00

• Well, that's better than popcorn! Jake Gyllenhaal surprised some fans at a screening of his new movie Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time at an AMC Theater in Century City, Calif. "The crowd went crazy when Jake entered," a source says, adding that the ladies sitting next to him seemed especially starstruck. Gyllenhaal thanked the fans for their support, then joked about a certain movie (starring Sarah Jessica Parker) that's opening the same weekend. "This," Gyllenhaal told his admirers as he pointed to his body, "is the real Sex and the City!"

People.com: Ask Jake Gyllenhaal a Question!updated: Thu May 20 2010 08:47:00

The newly minted action hero, who stars in The Prince of Persia, is sitting down with PEOPLE to answer your questions

People.com: How Jake Gyllenhaal Got the Hot Bod - Laughingupdated: Wed May 19 2010 14:32:00

The Prince of Persia star makes light of his heavy physical regime

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Explains His Fear of Ostrichesupdated: Mon May 10 2010 14:09:00

"They look like they're innocent, but they're really not," the actor says of his experience on set in Morocco

People.com: PHOTO: Jake Gyllenhaal's Amazing Abs in Prince of Persiaupdated: Fri Apr 30 2010 12:10:00

The shirtless star shows off his ripped chest in the upcoming action movie

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Shows Off 'Action Figure' Bod in Princeupdated: Fri Apr 23 2010 07:27:00

His Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time costar Gemma Arterton praises the actor for being "an action figure himself"

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Is 'Okay' with Being Single - for Nowupdated: Tue Apr 13 2010 15:30:00

The actor is in an introspective place - and says Heath Ledger's death changed his priorities

People.com: Matchmaker Poll: Pick Jennifer Love Hewitt's Next Guyupdated: Thu Mar 18 2010 07:27:00

Who's the newly single star's best match? Vote now!

People.com: What You Didn't See on the Oscarsupdated: Mon Mar 08 2010 12:57:00

From Jake Gyllenhaal's nickname for Rachel McAdams to Kristen Stewart & Taylor Lautner's giggle-fest, find out what you missed on TV

People.com: Is Reese Witherspoon Dating Again?updated: Thu Feb 04 2010 12:49:00

The Oscar winner steps out for a cozy dinner with Hollywood agent Jim Toth

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Chats Up Jennifer Aniston at a Garden Partyupdated: Tue Jan 19 2010 11:35:00

• Golden Globes weekend got off to a starry start at the Buffalo Club in Santa Monica, Calif., where Creative Artists Agency held a private party on the restaurant's garden patio. Jake Gyllenhaal chatted up Jennifer Aniston, and despite his recent breakup, the actor "was in a great mood," a party guest tells us. But the actor spent most of his time talking to his sister Maggie and Peter Sarsgaard. Meanwhile, the 200 guests nibbled on hors d'oeuvres like oysters and Ahi tuna carpaccio on the patio, which was decked out with lanterns and candles. "The patio was absolutely packed and the atmosphere was very glamorous and fun," says a source. "Wherever you turned, you would bump into a big movie star."

People.com: Jake Parties with the Guys in New Yorkupdated: Wed Dec 23 2009 13:10:00

• Let the holiday parties begin! Jake Gyllenhaal braved the snowy New York City weather for a guys' night out at the Smyth Tribeca hotel, where Justin Theroux, Mark Ronson and Scott Campbell were throwing a bash to benefit God's Love We Deliver, an HIV/AIDS charity. The single actor chatted the night away with Matt Dillon and they seemed like they were having a great time, a source says. Ronson, meanwhile, provided the evening's soundtrack and guests like Josh Hartnett and Mary-Louise Parker danced the night away.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal's Dinner Date - with His Mom!updated: Tue Dec 15 2009 12:35:00

• After watching sister Maggie's new movie Crazy Heart, Jake Gyllenhaal and mom Naomi grabbed dinner together at Kate Mantilini in Beverly Hills. "They seemed to enjoy their soup [since] it was cold outside," a fellow diner says, adding, "Jake was looking good and super-attentive to his mother."

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Steps Out - Without Reeseupdated: Wed Dec 09 2009 19:13:00

The star attends the L.A. premiere of sister Maggie's new movie, Crazy Heart

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Drops the G-Word!updated: Fri Dec 04 2009 13:40:00

He refers to his "girlfriend" and Reese Witherspoon's kids during a press conference for Brothers

People.com: Reese & Jake: Separate Continentsupdated: Wed Dec 02 2009 07:49:00

The couple are apart as she steps out in London and he films in Pittsburgh

People.com: Inside Story: Reese and Jake's Ups and Downsupdated: Tue Dec 01 2009 09:28:00

The pair, claimed by a source to have split, have had problems since getting together in 2007

Reese and Jake's ups and downsupdated: Mon Nov 30 2009 17:46:00

While the precise status of the Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal relationship remains unclear -- over the weekend a source close to the actress told PEOPLE the couple had split, a claim denied by their reps -- the two have certainly had their share of highs and lows during their two-year relationship.

People.com: Reps Claim Jake and Reese Are Still Togetherupdated: Mon Nov 30 2009 17:15:00

Despite reports, reps for Gyllenhaal and Witherspoon deny they have split

People.com: Source: Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal Splitupdated: Mon Nov 30 2009 14:10:00

Though things seemed to be running smoothly, the two onetime costars have broken up

People.com: VIDEO: Jake Gyllenhaal's Dashing - and Buff! - Princeupdated: Tue Nov 03 2009 16:08:00

Check out the action-packed new trailer for Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal's Hard Body Captured in Lego Formupdated: Thu Sep 24 2009 13:47:00

Check out his miniature Prince of Persia figurine

People.com: Reese & Jake Treat Her Kids to Frozen Yogurtupdated: Wed Sep 09 2009 06:11:00

• Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal, treating the actress's kids Ava, 10, and Deacon, 5, to a cold treat at Twist in Brentwood, Calif. "Jake was great with the kids and they all shared little samples before deciding on flavors," an eyewitness tell us of the family frozen yogurt outing. But with dessert comes exercise -and earlier in the week, the couple took an exercise class at Burn 60, focusing on arm and shoulder work, as well as cardio. "The air conditioning wasn't on and in the 90 degree heat, Reese and Jake sweated and struggled like the rest of the class," an onlooker says, adding that the famous duo "seemed to enjoy" their workout.

People.com: Natalie Portman Says She Likes 'Dirty Rap' Musicupdated: Fri Aug 28 2009 09:26:00

The actress dishes on career and cartoons in an interview conducted by Jake Gyllenhaal

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Goes Out to the Ballgameupdated: Fri Jul 24 2009 07:07:00

• Jake Gyllenhaal, rooting for the Los Angeles Dodgers during a night out with brother-in-law Peter Sarsgaard at sold-out Dodger Stadium. The guys watched as the home team bested the Cincinnati Reds, 6-2, from the stadium's club seats, and cheered like crazy when Manny Ramirez hit his grand slam. They also grabbed some peanuts and Cracker Jacks - traditional ballpark fare! - and Gyllenhaal was very nice when approached for pictures by fans.

People.com: Jake Pumps Up to Play Disney's Newest Princeupdated: Tue Jul 21 2009 12:54:00

Gyllenhall gets all broody for the upcoming Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

People.com: Maggie Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard Get Marriedupdated: Mon May 04 2009 17:29:00

Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal are among the guests at the romantic wedding in Italy

People.com: Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal's Steamy Getawayupdated: Tue Apr 21 2009 10:10:00

The pair lounge by the pool - and catch some tunes at the Coachella festival

People.com: Jim Carrey to Tackle Satan in Damn Yankeesupdated: Fri Feb 27 2009 14:51:00

Jake Gyllenhaal will join the funnyman as a baseball fan who sells his soul

People.com: Globes Glitter Again After a Year Offupdated: Sun Jan 11 2009 22:41:00

Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Lopez lead the all-star lineup, but John Travolta cancels as he mourns his son's death

People.com: Reese & Jake Take a Hike - with Robert Downey Jr.updated: Mon Dec 29 2008 21:18:00

PHOTOS: The couple spend time in the hills with the Iron Man star and his wife

People.com: Jake & Maggie Gyllenhaal's Parents Call it Quitsupdated: Fri Oct 17 2008 13:34:00

After 30 years of marriage, screenwriter Naomi Foner files for divorce from director Stephen Gyllenhaal

People.com: Reese Witherspoon: I'm 'Lucky' in Love with Jakeupdated: Wed Oct 15 2008 09:54:00

The actress tells Vogue she counts her "blessings" – friends, family and her BF

People.com: Jake and Reese Get Cozy in Marrakechupdated: Wed Aug 13 2008 14:34:00

Gyllenhaal and Witherspoon are spotted on the set of his movie, Prince of Persia

People.com: Reese and Jake: We Are Not Engagedupdated: Mon Aug 04 2008 14:57:00

Reps for the couple deny tabloid reports they've set a wedding date

People.com: Gyllenhaal's Costar: 'I Dig Jake and Reese Together'updated: Sat Aug 02 2008 15:55:00

Friend to Witherspoon as well, Clifton Collins Jr. loves that they are happy

People.com: Reese & Jake See Fireworks in Parisupdated: Wed Jul 16 2008 13:06:00

• Jake Gyllenhaal and Reese Witherspoon, celebrating Bastille Day in Paris with a bang. The couple took in the traditional fireworks display, with Gyllenhaal hoisting Witherspoon's daughter Ava, 8, on his shoulders to give her a better view. Earlier, the couple had lunched at L'Avenue, a restaurant on Avenue Montaigne, before setting off separately. (Witherspoon headed to the Vogue offices, while her beau went shopping in the trendy Marais district.) But they met up again for tea at Mariage Frères before the light show.

People.com: Producer Pal: Jake 'Really Loves' Reeseupdated: Sun Apr 27 2008 09:34:00

Brothers producer Ryan Kavanaugh says Gyllenhaal and Witherspoon's relationship is the real deal

People.com: Reese & Jake's Breakfast Date in L.A.updated: Tue Apr 08 2008 11:14:00

• Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal, sharing an early breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien in Brentwood, Calif. Walking in with their arms around each other, the casually dressed pair shared a table for two in the back, ordering coffee, an omelette and fruit. The pair talked and traded sections of the Los Angeles Times at the table. Later that night, the couple was spotted again – this time at West Hollywood's Chateau Marmont where they celebrated Robert Downey Jr.'s 43rd birthday with Cameron Diaz, Gerard Butler, Ben Stiller and more.

People.com: Reese & Jake Share a Steak updated: Wed Mar 05 2008 08:42:00

After a day of shopping, the pair join friends for a "lively” evening on the town

People.com: Jake Is Taking Heath's Death 'Harder Than Most'updated: Thu Jan 31 2008 08:04:00

Heath Ledger's sudden death has been especially tough on his good friend – and Brokeback Mountain costar – Jake Gyllenhaal.

People.com: Reese, Angelina Lead List of Highest-Paid Actressesupdated: Fri Nov 30 2007 15:03:00

Reese Witherspoon should have no problem meeting the demands of her holiday shopping list: The Hollywood headliner tops the list of 2007's highest-paid actresses in the business.

People.com: Reese Witherspoon & Jake Gyllenhaal Take a Romantic Retreatupdated: Wed Nov 14 2007 19:03:00

Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal must've picked up a taste for wine – and for each other – when they were recently in Italy together, because just three weeks after returning from that trip, the two were off among the grapes again, this time in California's wine country.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Sidesteps the Reese Questionupdated: Wed Nov 07 2007 15:22:00

Video courtesy Warner Bros. TelevisionJake Gyllenhaal, who's been frequently linked with Reese Witherspoon this year, is letting a recent issue of Interview magazine speak for him when asked about his dating status.

People.com: Al Gore's Daughter Writing Sex Comedy for Gyllenhaal, Bielupdated: Tue Nov 06 2007 12:00:00

Kristin Gore, the daughter of Nobel Prize-winning politician Al Gore, is hard at work on her own political project – writing an offbeat movie about an immoral congressman and a sex-crazed lobbyist.

People.com: Reese Witherspoon Agrees: Jake Gyllenhaal Is 'Cute'updated: Wed Oct 24 2007 08:47:00

Video courtesy Warner Bros. TelevisionReese Witherspoon isn't going into detail about her relationship with Rendition costar Jake Gyllenhaal – but she's happy to admit he's good looking.

People.com: Andy Samberg, Adam Levine Serenade Iran President on SNLupdated: Mon Oct 01 2007 20:43:00

Saturday Night Live's "D--- in a Box" mastermind Andy Samberg helped kick off the show's 33rd season over the weekend with yet another hit song in the making - this one a star-studded music video serenading Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

People.com: Inside Reese Witherspoon & Jake Gyllenhaal's Splitupdated: Mon Jun 25 2007 15:12:00

Reese Witherspoon and Jake Gyllenhaal's springtime romance has ended.

People.com: Jake Gyllenhaal Eyeing Broadway Debutupdated: Wed Jun 13 2007 21:43:00

Jake Gyllenhaal is deciding whether he'll attempt to climb a peak even more treacherous than Brokeback Mountain - Broadway.

Today's Buzz storiesupdated: Fri Dec 29 2006 11:03:00

A fire destroyed a Northern California lodge popular with celebrities, abruptly halting holiday vacations for Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal and a dozen or so other guests.

Today's Buzz storiesupdated: Mon Nov 27 2006 11:34:00

A movie about the birth of Jesus Christ made its world premiere Sunday at the Vatican, the first time a feature film debuted here.

'Brokeback' leads SAG Award nominationsupdated: Thu Jan 05 2006 08:16:00

"Brokeback Mountain" continues rustling up honors, picking up nominations Thursday for best ensemble, best actor, best supporting actor and best supporting actress for the 12th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.

The best films of the yearupdated: Mon Jan 02 2006 10:13:00

For the most part, 2005 was a rather mediocre year at the multiplex -- a sad fact reflected in some of the box office numbers.

EW.com Role Call: Jake Gyllenhaalupdated: Mon Dec 12 2005 09:59:00

Jake Gyllenhaal is generating plenty of headlines -- and a good deal of awards buzz -- for his latest role as a cowpoke who unexpectedly falls for a fellow male ranch hand (Heath Ledger) in "Brokeback Mountain."

Review: Brilliant 'Brokeback'updated: Fri Dec 09 2005 09:49:00

The script for "Brokeback Mountain," based on the short story by Annie Proulx, was called the best non-produced screenplay in Hollywood as it floated for seven years through the executive suites of all the major studios. It had also gained the odious nickname of "the gay cowboy movie," which made the film toxic to many.

showbuzzupdated: Mon Nov 14 2005 13:24:00

Peter Sarsgaard got a new roommate to prepare for his role as a Marine in the Gulf War drama "Jarhead."

'Gay cowboy movie' shatters stereotypesupdated: Mon Sep 12 2005 11:39:00

Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger weren't drawn to "Brokeback Mountain," the story of two cowboys involved in a homosexual relationship, by the movie's risky subject matter or the controversy it may raise.

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