I don’t know if I think this is good – or bad news. I absolutely adored the first Bridget Jones – but the second one was a nightmare – ala ‘Sex and the City 2′.

Then I read this tidbit from EW – and I’m thinking a third movie is BAD news.

It’s finally time to re-open the diary: Bridget Jones is returning to the big screen.

EW has confirmed exclusively that Working Title Films, the production company responsible for the first movie released in 2001 and the second one dubbed The Edge of Reason in 2004, is moving ahead with a third installment. Based at Universal, Working Title has been mulling a sequel since 2009.

No other details were available, but last year, Bridget costar Colin Firth, who plays lovable Mark Darcy, told EW’s Dave Karger some details about a possible plot. “I can tell you that Bridget and Mark can’t have children, I think that’s the way it goes on,” Firth told Karger, who was reporting for Access Hollywood. “So then she makes the huge mistake of going back to Daniel Cleaver [Hugh Grant's character] for long enough to get pregnant. And I think he dumps her, and she’s left stranded, and guess who comes back to rescue her?”

The movies are based on Helen Fielding’s novel of the same name and starred Renee Zellweger as Bridget. The first film was an international hit, taking in a reported $281 million. The second was crucified by the critics but still raked in $262 million worldwide.

Earlier this year, the London Evening Standard reported that Fielding had begun writing the third installment of the best-selling books. At the time, she said there had been discussions about the next film. “I will be working on both the book and the film but I don’t know if they are the same thing yet. It’s not been decided.”

She can’t get pregnant – so she goes back to Hugh’s character just to get pregnant? I hate it! Bleh! Lets not and say we did – okay? We know Renee will be back – she’s got nothing better going on. Come to think of it – neither does Hugh Grant. I hope Oscar winner Colin Firth stays away from this stinker… you can do better Colin!

What do you think? Is a third Bridget Jones good or bad news?

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Renee Zellweger stuck with her favorite designer, Carolina Herrera, at last night’s Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

I love this dress. Love it! I love the back, and the intricate detail in the dress, which is hard to spot in the full-body shots. It’s so delicate and elegant!

What do you think?

Renee, who attended the event solo, almost had an awkward run-in with ex-boyfriend Bradley Cooper.

Cooper, 36, appeared on the star-packed red carpet with a beloved date: His mother, Gloria.

Just 20 minutes later, his former love Zellweger, 42 — they called it quits in March after two years together — was one of the last arrivals. She showed up solo, looking stunning in a Carolina Herrera gown. No word yet on whether the exes interacted once inside the lavish fete.

For the longest time I thought Renee Zellweger was very homely looking. Maybe splitting from boyfriend Bradley Cooper helped! A red-hot Renee Zellweger is photographed here at the launch of a new limited edition bag in support of the Breast Health International organization by Tommy Hilfiger.

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WOW! That was fast! I listened to Bradley Cooper being interviewed by Howard Stern this week, and he was just GUSHING about girlfriend Renee Zellweger! Now comes news that the couple have broken up!

After less than two years together, the couple have split, multiple sources confirm to UsMagazine.com. Reps for both Cooper and Zellweger had no comment.

Limitless star Cooper, 36, first met Oscar winner Zellweger, 41, six years ago on the set of their thriller Case 39 — but romance didn’t bloom until summer 2009.

Been a rough week for Hollywood couples!

Renee Zellweger steps out today (February 25) for some pre-Oscar pampering. With only two days left before Hollywood’s biggest night of the year – Oscar night, of course! – the actress makes sure to stop by Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts for some skin rejuvenation.

With no makeup, Renee’s skin looks great!

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Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper skipped Sunday’s Golden Globes due to the fact that Bradley lost his father the day before (same day Laura Linney lost her father).

Charles Cooper, 71, passed away on Jan. 15 after battling a long illness, according to PEOPLE. In addition to his son, he is survived by his wife Gloria, daughter Holly and sister Nancy Peacock.

According to OK! Magazine, the actor’s father, a stock broker for Merrill Lynch, had a dream of being on the big screen, and Cooper was able to make his dream come true last year by snagging his father a cameo in ‘The A-Team.’

“It was one of the best experiences of my life. The guy loves to improvise,” Cooper told David Letterman on the ‘Late Show’ last summer. “He wanted to improvise with Jessica Biel. He was supposed to stay in his seat, but he got up … He wanted to have a conversation with Jessica!”

Cooper was noticeably absent from the Golden Globes on Jan. 16, along with girlfriend Renée Zellweger, who canceled her awards show appearance at the last minute to be with him.

Both Cooper and Zellweger were in his mother’s home when it caught on fire on Jan. 16. Firetrucks were called to the scene, but thankfully no one was injured. According to WENN, the actors were watching the Golden Globes when the blaze began.

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