DEAR STACY: I was sorry to see Jenna Elfman's "Accidentally on Purpose" series die so fast. What is she up to now? — S.D., West Haven, Conn.

DEAR S.D.: She's in the big-screen comedy "Friends with Benefits," with Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis, due for release next July. She's also been kept plenty busy by her two sons with husband Bodhi Elfman — Easton, who was born this past March, and Story Elias, born in July 2007.

DEAR STACY: Whatever happened to plans to remake Dudley Moore's "Arthur"? Also, when did Moore pass away and what was the cause? — Julia W., Wichita, Kan.

DEAR JULIA: The remake of that 1981 comedy wrapped production this summer, with Russell Brand as the loveable sot, and Helen Mirren, Jennifer Garner and Nick Nolte also starring. Moore died in 2002 at the age of 66 after years of battling a rare degenerative brain condition called progressive supranuclear palsy. The cause of death was pneumonia.

DEAR STACY: I just watched the wonderful movie "Simon Birch" and would love to know whatever became of the little boy who played the hero. Can you give an update? — Wendy P., Columbus, Ohio

DEAR WENDY: Ian Michael Smith is now 23 years old. He enrolled at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in '05. Smith suffers from Morquio syndrome, a disorder that affects the circulatory, muscular and skeletal systems — and resulted in his short stature of 3 feet, 1 inch. He's undergone operations including two bilateral osteotomies and a spinal fusion. Despite his health issues, he's led a very active life including such outdoor activities as swimming and kayaking. He also plays piano and trumpet and enjoys chess.

DEAR STACY: Please settle a disagreement about Oliver Hudson. I remember him being a regular on "Dawson's Creek." My friend says I'm mistaken. — Jen L., San Bernardino, Calif.

DEAR JEN: "Rules of Engagement" star Hudson played the character of Eddie, boyfriend of Joey (Katie Holmes), for 16 episodes in the 2002-2003 season of "Creek."

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