It obviously pays to be Sandra Bullock – because they open up the city zoo just for you.

Even although the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans was officially closed to the public on Monday, Bullock and her son Louis Bardo got VIP passes for their own private tour.

“The zoo was closed on Monday, so she must have had a private behind the scenes experience,” a zoo spokesperson confirmed to Celebuzz.

Bullock had traveled down to The Big Easy, where she has a home, to cheer on Baltimore Ravens lineman Michael Oher, who was the inspiration for her Oscar-winning movie The Blind Side.

And after the Super Bowl celebrations were over the famous actress met up with Matthew McConaughey’s wife Camila Alves and her children for their trip to the zoo on Monday.

“She comes here all the time. She is pretty low key and usually slips in and out without anyone even seeing her,” added the zoo spokesperson.

When Bullock isn’t filming, she spends much of her time in the city that holds a special place in her heart. New Orleans is where she adopted her nearly 3-year-old baby boy, who she nicknamed her “Cajun cookie.” And she’s really taken the city under her wing, including a local high school, where the actress and Alves also spent the day with their kids from the sidelines watching the band parade last November.

“Sandra pretty much adopted Warren Easton High School. She bought the marching band uniforms, she helped revamp the school’s gymnasium. She has done a lot for the school and the community as a whole. She is very loved down here and treated well by the locals.”

Bullock could be seen carrying little Louis on their private tour while walking with her sister Gesine Bullock-Prado along with her ever-present bodyguard. Alves, who only gave birth to her youngest son Livingston McConaughey a month ago, had her two children Levi McConaughey and Vida McConaughey with her during their animal adventure Feb. 4.

The mother-of-three was make-up free and dressed her post-pregnancy figure in black leggings and a long black top worn underneath a Aztec-printed sweater.

Her daughter Vida sat happily in her stroller sipping on a water bottle as she took in the sights and sounds of the zoo.

“The kids were really happy to be at the zoo and Sandra and Camila warmly greeted each other at the entrance,” an onlooker told Celebuzz.

“They were inside for over two hours and they had the run of the place because no members of the public were inside to bother them.

“Sandra’s bodyguard carried Louis and her bags at times while a few of the zoo workers inside looked on. They all seemed to be having a fun day.”

Matthew McConaughey and wife Camila Alves‘ newest baby boy, Livingston, made his public debut on Sunday when he tagged along his mother during an errands run in New Orleans.

The celebrity tot, who entered the world last December, was bundled up in a cotton blanket as Alves, 31, pushed him around in his stroller.

“Camila gave birth to our third child yesterday morning. Our son, Livingston Alves McConaughey was born at 7:43am on 12.28.12,” McConaughey, 43, wrote on his WhoSay account last year.

“He greeted the world at 9lbs. and 21 inches. Bless up and thank you for your well wishes. Happy New year, and just keep livin, Camila and Matthew McConaughey.”

Livingston is the Hollywood couple’s third child, joining big brother Levi, 4, and sister Vida, 3.

McConaughey and Alves also tied the knot last year on June 9 in an outdoor ceremony in Austin, Texas.

Take a closer look at the newest member in their brood in the gallery — above.

UPDATE 8:42 P.M. PST: Matthew McConaughey took to social media Saturday to officially announce to his fans the gender and name of his newborn: “Camila (@iamcamilaalves) gave birth to our third child yesterday morning. Our son, Livingston Alves McConaughey was born at 7:43am on 12.28.12,” he wrote on his Whosay page. “He greeted the world at 9lbs. and 21 inches. Bless up and thank you for your well wishes. Happy New year, and just keep livin, Camila and Matthew McConaughey.”

Matthew McConaughey’s wife Camila Alves has given birth to the couple’s third child.

The Brazilian model delivered a baby girl at a hospital in Austin, Texas, on Friday morning, TMZ reports.

The Magic Mikestar was with his wife when she delivered the child — the couple has two other children Levi, 4, and Vida, 2.

McConaughey announced he and his wife were expecting their third child two weeks after they got married on June 10.

He tweeted: “Happy birthday America, more good news, Camila and I are expecting our 3rd child.”

Together since 2006 after meeting in a Los Angeles bar, the popular actor and the model got engaged on Christmas Day, 2011.

Their colorful wedding saw them set up a makeshift campground on their Austin property where they invited friends and family to join in with the celebrations.

The 6 foot tall heartthrob has caused alarm over recent months after losing 38 pounds to weigh in at 143 pounds to play real life AIDS patient Ron Woodroof in The Dallas Buyer’s Club.

Dallas hunk Jesse Metcalfe blew out 34 candles this week at Bagatelle LA in West Hollywood. On his arm: actress/girlfriend Cara Santana.

That lucky girl!

Meanwhile, Reese Witherspoon was spotted on a dinner date with none other than Seth MacFarlane, stirring rumors that the two may be collaborating on an upcoming project.

Want more details on these celebrity sightings – and many more? Join us as we go beyond the velvet rope – and see all the action in our photo gallery!

THE WHO: Jesse Metcalfe

THE WHAT: Enjoying sundaes – and cocktails — at his 34^th birthday bash

THE WHERE: Bagatelle LA in West Hollywood

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: We’d give him a big birthday kiss.

THE WHO: Matthew McConaughey’s better half, Camila Alves

THE WHAT: Shopping for Christmas gifts with her kids

THE WHERE: A Toys R Us in Austin, Tex.

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: We’d suggest she also buy a few items for Matt’s stocking – namely, a few chocolate Santas, a pile of Christmas cookies, and mountain of candy canes. (If you don’t know why, click here.)

THE WHO: Kevin Jonas and wife Danielle

THE WHAT: Hosting the Cold-EEZE & City Harvest Food Drive to benefit Hurricane Sandy victims

THE WHERE: NYC

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: More than 600 pounds of canned goods were collected, and who doesn’t love good deeds?

THE WHO: Reese Witherspoon and Seth MacFarlane

THE WHAT: Chatting over drinks and enjoying spaghetti

THE WHERE: Scott Conant’s Scarpetta Beverly Hills

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: If they were talking about an upcoming movie, we can’t wait to see it.

THE WHO: R&B star Brandy

THE WHAT: Backstage at the VH1 Divas concert in LA

THE WHERE: Signing a pair of Monster DNA headphones that will be auctioned off to benefit VH1’s Save the Music Foundation

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: “What About Us” is still our jam!

THE WHO: Petra Nemcova

THE WHAT: Celebrating the partnership between Clinique and her global charity, Happy Hearts Fund

THE WHERE: Bloomingdale’s 59th street in NYC

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: She’s supermodel-sexy.

THE WHO: Karina Smirnoff

THE WHAT: Playing boardwalk games with her former Dancing with the Stars partner Ralph Macchio

THE WHERE: Bowlmor Lanes Times Square in NYC

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: Maybe she was giving free cha-cha lessons, too.

THE WHO: Smash star Megan Hilty

THE WHAT: Gushing over the Quirky.com Stem  — because she loves to cook with lemon and said it was the perfect invention!

THE WHERE: Santa’s QuirkShop in NYC

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: We subscribe to the theory, “When life gives you lemons…”

THE WHO: New York Giant Victor Cruz

THE WHAT: Posting his holiday-inspired playlist “Holiday Favorites, Past & Present” on rara.com

THE WHERE: In the locker room of Giants stadium between training drills

WHY WE WISH WE WERE THERE: Have you seen the guy? To quote Mariah, “All we want for Christmas is…him!”

Matthew McConaughey was barely recognizable as he departed from Los Angeles International Airport on Friday.

Far from looking like the super buff Dallas in Magic Mike, McConaughey appeared extremely gaunt as he headed to New Orleans — showing off a dwindling, frail figure in preparation for his character in The Dallas Buyers Club.

The husband of Camila Alves, 43, shed the pounds to portray a homophobic drug abuser by the name of Ron Woodroof, a character based off a real man who was diagnosed with AIDS at the height of the HIV epidemic during the 1980s.

Celebuzz spoke with Alves about her hubby’s drastic weight loss in September, and the model gushed about how she loves his body whether it’s thin or muscular.

“Any way is good. Changes are good. Makes it a little more fun,” Alves, 30, admitted.

What do you think about McConaughey’s dramatic slim-down? Weigh in below.

Camila Alves was one hot mama at Macy’s 30th anniversary Glamorama event in L.A. on Friday.

Her husband Matthew McConaughey, however, has seen better days. The 42-year-old is known for a strong physique but recently slimmed down for The Dallas Buyer Club, in which he’ll portray an HIV positive male at the height of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s.

So Celebuzz had to ask: does Alves prefer her husband’s formerly buff bod to his now-skinny frame?

“Any way is good. Changes are good. Makes it a little more fun,” she said.

McConaughey’s transformation isn’t the only change in Alves’ life — she’s currently expecting her third child with the Hollywood hunk. Is it time to prepare for mass splurging and spoiling?

Not quite, as the 30-year-old revealed that even children of celebrities don hand-me-downs — and the new addition will have plenty from siblings Levi, 3, and Vida, 2.

“That’s [hand-me-downs] gotta be part of the deal, and hand-me-downs from friends as well,” Alves said. “I already got some from friends.”

But as far as how this birth will be different than her previous ones, she paused on revealing too much.

Said Alves: “We will see when the baby gets here.”

Talk about a picture perfect family.

Though Magic Mike star Matthew McConaughey, 42,  and wife, Camila Alves, 30, have been busy preparing for the arrival of their third child, the proud parents always make sure to spend quality time with son Levi, 3, and daughter Vida, 2.

On Sunday, the Hollywood family was spotted taking a stroll along the Hudson River in New York City, with proud papa McConaughey taking turns carrying son Levi, 3, and daughter Vida, 2, during their walk.

So why are these parents so cute?

The couple, who got hitched at their Texan ranch on June 10, are clearly still in the honeymoon phase holding hands and staying attached at the hip throughout the family outing.

“We’ve been living a married life for over six years now,” Alves told ET Canada earlier this year. “We have homes together, we have family together, we have kids, we’ve built a life together. So we’ve been living a married life this whole time.”

McConaughey and Alves announced that they were adding to their brood on July 4, with the actor writing on his Twitter:

happy birthday America, more good news, Camila and I are expecting our 3rd child, God bless, just keep livin

The couple have yet to reveal the sex of the baby.

Launch the gallery above to see photos of Mcconaughey’s already-super photogenic family.

Matthew McConaughey‘s third bundle of joy has officially made its red carpet debut.

The 42-year-old actor and his 30-year-old bride Camila Alves attended the UK premiere of Magic Mike on July 10, with Alves dressing in a stylish animal-print mini that showed off her growing baby bump.

Word of the impending arrival came just last week.

On July 4, the actor confirmed that he and Alves, who wed last month in a lavish ceremony held in Austin, Texas, are expecting again. The happy couple is already parents to Levi, 4, and Vida, 2.

For more of McConaughey and his wife at the Magic Mike UK premiere, click through the gallery.

It’s a busy baby summer in Hollywood.

“Someone Like You” singer Adele, Matthew McConaughey‘s wife Camilla Alves and Homeland star Claire Danes are the the latest celebs to reveal their baby joy as they join many other starlets who are prepping to welcome new additions to their families.

To see all the expectant mama’s of summer 2012 take a pregnant pause to view the gallery above.

One of the biggest jaw-dropping announcements came from Grammy winner Adele, 24, who announced her baby on the way with boyfriend Simon Konecki on her blog on June 29:

“I’m delighted to announce that Simon and I are expecting our first child together,” she wrote. “I wanted you to hear the news direct from me, obviously we’re over the moon and very excited but please respect our privacy at this precious time. Yours always, Adele xx”

Another shocking and sweet surprise came from True Blood couple Anna Paquin and Stephen Moyer who announced in April they were expecting their first child but it’s not just one bundle of joy — twins are on the way.

Who’s summer pregnancy news shocked you the most? Sound off in the comments!

PEOPLE debuted the first official photos from Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves’ lavish weekend, held last Saturday in Austin, TX.

In the issue on stands now, McConaughey, 42, opens up about being a newly minted married man, admitting, “[Camila and I] decided to embrace the ritual of marriage as an opportunity and adventure we’ll take together.”

The wedding itself — which was stretched over three days — was a traditional Catholic ceremony. The couple’s two children, Levi, 3, and Vida, 2, served as ring bearar and flower girl, respectively.

“Somehow they both seem to understand what we are doing on a spiritual level,” said Camila of her children.

The 120-person guest list included a number of famous faces — everyone from Reese Witherspoon to Woody Harrelson.

As previously reported, Alves, 29, wore a dress handmade by her favorite Brazilian designer, while McConaughey donned a three-piece tuxedo by Dolce & Gabana. The couple chose to whisper their vows to each other, instead of saying them out loud.

At the wedding’s reception, guests were treated to Brazilian meats, a variety of deserts and a live band that played American pop and Brazilian rock hits.

The couple met in 2006. They got engaged over the Christmas holiday, in 2011.

McConaughey will next appear on the big screen in Magic Mike, out June 29.

The couple’s wedding photos come just one week after PEOPLE debuted the exclusive photos from Drew Barrymore’s wedding to Will Kopelman. See the photos here.

Matthew McConaughey certainly knows how to party!

The Magic Mike star married his longtime girlfriend, Camila Alves, over the weekend, in a lavish, three-day extravaganza that began with a rehearsal dinner Friday night at his home, in Austin, TX.

The following day, the twosome set up a catered campground for wedding guests such as Woody Harrelson, Reese Witherspoon, Jim Toth, John Cougar Mellencamp and Meg Ryan to stay at. According to Us Weekly, the property included air-conditioned tents, gourmet goodies and entertainment.

Get more details inside their weekend nuptials.

Alves and McConaughey said their “I dos” in front of over 100 guests. According to E! News, the couple whispered their vows to each other instead of saying them aloud.

For the sunset ceremony Saturday night, the actor donned a three-piece black Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo, while the bride wore white Stuart Weitzman heels and a wedding gown handmade by a favorite Brazilian designer, PEOPLE reports.

Following the ceremony, guests partied the night away at the reception, where they dined on Brazilian meats and danced to a live band that played American pop and Brazilian rock hits.

According to Us Weekly, the couple opted to serve a variety of desserts, instead of having a wedding cake.

By Sunday afternoon, guests who were still there were treated to a Southern soul food meal prepared by celeb chef Guy Fieri.

The couple met in 2006, and got engaged last Christmas. They have two children together, son Levi, 3, and daughter Vida, 2

Matthew McConaughey is officially off the market!

The Magic Mike star has wed Brazilian model Camila Alves in a private ceremony on Saturday.

The nuptials were held at the actor’s private estate in Austin, Texas. Demonstrating his southern hospitality, McConaughey, 42, provided state-of-the-art tents — complete with high-tech air-conditioning units — for guests who chose to party well into the night.

Who was at the soiree?

Old friend and True Detectives co-star Woody Harrelson and Dazed and Confused director Richard Linklater were just few of the famous faces amongst the among the 100 close friends and family that attended the bash.

camila alves and brood hit the farmer’s market

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According to Entertainment Tonight, preparations for the wedding began just two weeks ago. Estancia Churrascaria was responsible for food — serving up an array Brazilian dishes like top and bottom steak, chicken wrapped in bacon, and pork sausages with cheese bread for McConaughey and Alves, 30.

Along with fire pits, silver troughs with ice cold beverages, and garden games set up around the property, seven long, wooden 18-seater tables were provided for guests during the reception.

Earlier in the day, the laid back couple, who met in a Los Angeles bar six years ago, were spotted kicking back in a hammock with close friends.

McConaughey and Alves, 30, got engaged on Christmas Day and announced the news on the actor’s Twitter. At the time, the duo said they felt no rush to make it official.

“We’ve been living a married life for over six years now,” Alves told ET Canada earlier this year. “We have homes together, we have family together, we have kids, we’ve built a life together. So we’ve been living a married life this whole time.”

The couple have two children together: son Levi, 3, and daughter Vida, 2.

Matthew McConaughey is on the last leg of his bachelorhood as he prepares to marry Camila Alves this Saturday.

The Magic Mike star, who met the Brazilian model at a Los Angeles bar,  has transformed his Austin, Texas home into a camper’s paradise in preparation of his big day. Demonstrating his southern hospitality, McConaughey, 42, has provided state-of-the-art tents — complete with high-tech air-conditioning units — for his friends and family to stay in for the party weekend.

What else will guest expect at the Texan fete?

Seven long, wooden 18-seater tables have also been set up — meaning if they have a full house, at least 126 guests will be dining at the extravaganza. Boxes of candles were also snapped on the table as wedding staff scrambled around to put finishing touches around the estate.

As for the laid-back couple? They were spotted enjoying their time underneath a shady tree while guests played horseshoes in the garden. A silver trough filled with ice and cold beverages was also provided for thirsty party-goers.

McConaughey and Alves, 30, got engaged on Christmas Day but said they felt no rush to make it official.

“We’ve been living a married life for over six years now,” Alves told ET Canada earlier this year. “We have homes together, we have family together, we have kids, we’ve built a life together. So we’ve been living a married life this whole time.”

The couple have two children together: son Levi, 3, and daughter Vida, 2.

Matthew McConaughey channeled his inner cowboy as he and fiancee Camila Alves arrived at the premiere of Killer Joe during the 2012 SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas. The adorable couple flaunted their love, even smooching for the cameras.

Matthew wore cowboy attire, compete with boots and hat, while Camila wore a low-cut green dress. She also showed off her gorgeous engagement ring.

The couple got engaged over the holidays but aren’t in a rush to walk down the aisle. Last month, when asked if she and her beau were getting ready to tie the knot, Camilia told Celebuzz:

“I haven’t started planning. I’m just trying to enjoy the engagement.”

The couple and their kids, Levi, 3, and Vida, 2, decided to relocate from California to Texas. According to Us Weekly, they have settled into a $4 million, seven-bedroom spread in Austin.

Newly engaged Camila Alves looked red hot as she arrived at the QVC fashion show in New York on Wednesday night. The brunette beauty flaunted her new ring and created quite a buzz.

When asked if she and beau Matthew McConaughey were getting ready to walk down the aisle soon, she dished about the big day, telling Celebuzz:

“I haven’t started planning. I’m just trying to enjoy the engagement.”

The couple, who have two children together – Levi, 3, and Vida, 2, – got engaged over the holidays. Guess we’ll have to wait just a little while longer before sending out the wedding gifts.

Of course, Camila wasn’t the only one creating buzz at the show. Surprise guests Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen stole the spotlight last night at the QVC fashion show. The stylish twins snuck in a few minutes before the show started and caught up with designer, Isaac Mizrahi, in the front row.

“All eyes were on Mary-Kate and Ashley. Even during the show, everyone was trying to sneak photos of them. They didn’t seem to mind though,” an onlooker tells Celebuzz.

Other guests in attendance included Maria Menounos, Kelly Rutherford, Kelly Bensimon, Olivia Palermo, Cheryl Burke and Star Jones. To catch all the runway action, tune into the QVC Runway Show on Friday night, February 10 and Saturday, February 11 at 10 PM EST.

Matthew McConaughey and longtime girlfriend Camila Alves looked very coupley as they arrived for the premiere of IRIS, A Journey Through the World of Cinema Sunday afternoon in Los Angeles, CA.

The duo, who welcomed their second child together early last year, held hands as they posed for photos on the red carpet. Matthew was dressed casually, wearing a vest, jeans and sunglasses, while Camila rocked a sparkly striped sweater dress.

Matthew is currently filming the much anticipated Steven Soderbergh movie, Magic Mike, in which he plays the owner of a strip club. Channing Tatum, Matthew Bomer, Alex Pettyfer and Joe Manganiello are among his many hunky co-stars.

What do you think of Matthew and Camila’s look? Check out their casual Sunday attire in our gallery now.

There’s no denying that good looks definitely run in the family.

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves took their adorable children, Levi, 2, and Vida, 1, to church in Santa Monica, California on Sunday, and they were all dressed to impress.

Matthew and Levi looked like twins, wearing matching blazers. How cute! After the church service, the family went out to lunch at Cholada Thai Cuisine in Malibu, CA.

Of course, this isn’t the first time the father-son duo have been matching lately. Last week, they arrived at LAX Wednesday wearing matching hats. Matthew, in his classic Texas Longhorns tee, kept Levi on his shoulders as they exited the airport.

Check out more photos and be sure to follow Celebuzz on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr for more celeb news and photos.

Camila Alves‘ Easter preparations are in full force, as she was seen with her adorable son Levi McConaughey out and about on their way to a bakery in Hollywood.

Always the stylish mom, Matthew McConaughey‘s lady was looking ready for a spring in a white, flowy blouse and nicely tailored slacks, while Levi kept things adorable casual with a pair of pants and t-shirt.

Check out all the adorable family photos of Camila and Levi, hand in hand in the gallery, and don’t forget to follow Celebuzz on Twitter and Facebook!

While his daddy is off promoting his film The Lincoln Lawyer in Europe, little Levi McConaughey has decided to step up his style game with a snappy vest and cap. It’s Charles Dickens chic!

Camila Alves, Vida McConaughey and Levi were all spotted arriving at Nobu in California for what looks like an adorable family dinner. Sadly, dad Matthew McConaughey was not present at the dinner out but lil’ Levi is doing quite well style-wise as the temporary man of the house.

Check out more cute photos of Camila and her brood and be sure to follow Celebuzz on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr for more celeb news and updates!