Charlize Theron new face of J'Adore

Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron is the new face of bestselling Christian Dior perfume J'Adore.

The Monster beauty, who will reportedly earn $3m - $5m (€2.4m-€4m) for the three-year gig, is due to star in print and television advertisements for the fragrance starting in the autumn.

The South African stunner, a former model, is the latest celebrity to sign an advertising deal with a fashion company.

Earlier this year, Nicole Kidman signed a contract reported to be worth millions to become the face of Chanel's legendary No 5 perfume. The advertisements were shot by Australian film-maker Baz Luhrmann, who directed Kidman in the hit musical Moulin Rouge.