Michelle Trachtenberg rose to stardom playing the little sister of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

In a recent interview with US Weekly, Michelle admitted that she almost landed the role of Bella in the Twilight films.

She said despite being friends with the first movie’s director, Catherine Hardwicke, she ended up turning down the role because “schedules never worked out.”

‘There was definitely interest here and there because there’s only so few pale girls in Hollywood.

‘I’ve known Catherine Hardwicke since the movie Thirteen.

‘I was actually supposed to star in that, but I was on Buffy at the time.’

Unfortunately lightning struck twice for the starlet, who had a recurring role in Gossip Girl and starred in little known TV film The Circuit when the future blockbuster was in the works.

She said being in demand for television work ultimately cost her, and added she is trying to not dwell on the matter and is is instead focusing on the future.

She said: ‘I guess schedules never worked out.

‘I already have Buffy. I’ve already done the vampire thing.

‘[Dwelling on a hypothetical situation means] you’re not living in the moment and you’re looking negatively at what you’re doing now.’

While I think Kristen Stewart is a terrible actress, I definitely think she’s the perfect one for the role of Bella. I can’t imagine the role going to Michelle. That seems sooooooooooooo strange. I’m glad it didn’t go that way!

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I can’t wait to see this movie. I love the 80′s movies!

Pictured: Debbie Gibson, Michelle Trachtenberg, Anna Faris, Topher Grace and Teresa Palmer.

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‘Black Swan’ dominated the Independent Spirit Awards last night. Best film, best director and best actress all went to the psychological thriller. Is that an indication of how tonight’s Oscars are going to go?

Could Natalie Portman be any cuter?

According the the NY Mag, the awards ceremony was held on the beach – and everyone absolutely FROZE.

The Film Independent Spirit Awards, held in a beachside tent Saturday during unusually cold Santa Monica weather, were dominated by wins by Black Swan. And for all the travails the nominated filmmakers might have experienced on the path here (lack of funding, last-minute casting, no trailers to protect Nicole Kidman from the paparazzi, as Rabbit Hole director John Cameron Mitchell told us), these troubles seemed overshadowed by the day’s frigid wind. When asked how it felt to win the Best Director award, Black Swan’s Darren Aronofsky said, “F’in cold.” The weather got lots of mentions during the telecast, hosted by Joel McHale, and even more attention as the shivering winners made their way to the billowy press tent. It was so cold that Natalie Portman was seen sporting not one, but two jackets over her knee-length, summer-y dress during the show. “I’m from New York, so I was expecting to come here like, ‘It’s bikini time,’” said Lena Dunham, a winner for Best First Screenplay for Tiny Furniture. “It’s not bikini time.”

See the complete list of Independent Spirit Awards winners here!

Who’s excited for tonight!? I am!!

Pictured: Michelle Trachtenberg, Vera Fermiga, Dana Delany, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Lawrence, Anne Heche and John Tupper, Melissa Leo, Kate Walsh, Liev Schreiber and Naomi Watts, Mia Wasikowska, Mark Ruffalo, Erica Christensen, Eva Mendes, Greta Gerwig, Amanda Peet, Keri Washington, Deigo Luna, Nicole Kidman, Natalie Portman, Rosario Dawson, Amber Tamblyn, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner.

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Michelle Trachtenberg is showing off her sexy (although airbrushed) side in these new pictures from the latest Maxim Magazine. She’s promoting her upcoming movie, ‘Take Me Home Tonight’.

How does it feel to be on the cover of Maxim?
Oh, goodness! It’s exciting. I know that everyone at my high school who used to torture me and bully me is going to get a copy of it, so I’m thrilled! That’s going to be really exciting.

So revenge is a dish best served naked?
[Laughs] I’m not naked! Shame on you. But I was rather flat-chested in high school, so I was picked on all the time. I think I’ve made up for it. Maybe a bit late, but they’re here now.

So it’s time to unleash them on the world.
Just a bit. Just to tease. I was actually really, really happy with the shoot. There was an element of sexiness but still an element of mystery. I don’t want to show you too much, because, you know, that’s for me in the bedroom.

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I stumbled upon these adorable sandals – and I wanted to share! These cute Valentine’s Day flip flops are available for a limited time from Havaianas!

Introducing the Love sandal, the perfect gift for your Valentine! This limited edition Slim style features a metallic gold strap and a colorful graphic print. Comes in a special edition love shoebox, and they’re only $24!

They have the most incredible array of womens flip flops around (they also have a huge selection of mens flip flops)! I love them all! Do yourself a favor, and check out their website here!

The sandals are a huge hit in Hollywood! Since 2003, a pair of Havaianas amazing flip flops have been handed out to each Oscar nominee! Below you’ll see a picture of Jennifer Aniston wearing Havaianas, along with Nicole Scherzinger and Michelle Trachtenberg!

Jessica Biel’s wearing Diane von Furstenberg.  Dakota Fanning is beautiful in Marchesa. The Olsen Twins chose to wear their own line, The Row (I do not understand their fashion sense!). Whitney Port’s silver dress is by David Miester. Michelle Trachtenberg is wearing Rebecca Taylor.  Rachel Weisz’ dress is by Jason Wu.

So many gorgeous dresses! Other than the Olsen twins, I think everyone looks fantastic!

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