Monica Bellucci

This Italian bombshell is one of the sexiest women on the planet. She has had to overcome the dreaded curse of having been a model before moving into the film industry, but she has been superb in virtually everything she's done. Now she is on the verge of superstardom with her roles in the two 'Matrix' sequels and Mel Gibson's epic, 'The Passion of the Christ'.

I think she is one of the most interesting, talented and daring actresses in the world today. She is unafraid to take artistically bold risks... I love that!

Monica is easily becoming one of the most sought after actresses of our day... being hand picked by Bruce Willis for her role in 'Tears of the Sun' and by Mel Gibson for the role of Mary Magdalene in 'The Passion of the Christ'.

Her role in 2003's 'Irreversible' is one of the most heartbreaking and touching performances in recent years. She should be nominated for every award there is for that role. Oscar will soon start paying attention to this supreme talent...

I wish her all the best en route to the top of the Hollywood A-List.