Uma Thurman's Second Engagement Party 7/11/08

Actress Uma Thurman has thrown a second party to celebrate her engagement to Arpad Busson. The Kill Bill star announced last month (Jun08) she is set to marry her Swiss businessman beau, who she has been dating for a year.

Last month (Jun08), the couple threw a lavish party in the grounds of Busson's Kensington, London home, inviting friends including Elizabeth Hurley, designer Stella McCartney and British artist Damien Hirst.

But the actress also wanted to share her joy with American pals - so she arranged a second bash at her Manhattan apartment. A source tells People.com, "I have never seen her as thrilled. She looks amazing. "She is surrounded by tons of happy friends."