Emma Watson feels inspired by Natalie Portman and Julia Roberts

 The actress dreams of following in the footsteps of the Hollywood legends. She admires the versatility of Natalie and Julia, and finds it easier to identify with them rather than a glamorous icon like Marilyn Monroe.

“Marilyn Monroe was melting, like Ava Gardner, both were the beauties of the Hollywood golden age,” Emma told Madame Figaro. “All this sex-appeal, this glamour. But I do feel closer to natural actresses, such as Natalie Portman or Julia Roberts."

Emma’s next role is playing a wardrobe assistant in new movie My Week with Marilyn. She has also landed a part in The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

The 21-year-old is keen to continue testing her acting skills. She has a wish list of directors she would love to work with.

“Of course, a host of directors attract me: Darren Aronofsky, Baz Luhrmann...," she added.

Hollywood Actress Natalie Portman's Fiance Honoured In New York

Natalie Portman's ballet star fiance Benjamin Millepied has been honoured for his contributions to French culture at a gala in New York.

The Hollywood actress and the choreographer, who met on the set of Black Swan, are currently expecting a baby together.

Portman won an Oscar for her role in the ballet movie, and Millepied gained his own recognition for his work as he was handed the Medal of Honor prize by officials at the Center for French Civilization and Culture of New York University on Thursday night (05May11).

But the evening failed to pass without incident - Millepied, who attended the reception without his pregnant fiancee, reportedly caused consternation at the gala by refusing to answer reporters' questions about his partner. One journalist from the New York Times claimed to have been ejected from the bash after asking him about Portman.