Galas, Fests & Parties 2011

Desert Stars: Celebs Party in Palm Springs

Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Natalie Portman and more stars kick off red carpet season in style

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BIG ENTRANCE

As the sun sets over the desert, Javier Bardem takes a moment to pose with fans before heading into the ceremony, where he received the international star award. "I guess the international star means that you don't understand a word that I say," joked the Spanish actor, before taking a more heartfelt turn, dedicating his award to wife Penélope Cruz. "She is a gift to my present and to my future," the Eat Pray Love actor said.