Angela Bassett - A Leading Lady

Angela Bassett, an African-American actress, broke past the boundaries of color, becoming one of the most respected leading ladies in Hollywood. She became very popular on the movie set with films like, “What’s Love Got to Do with It”, portraying the role of Tina Turner. This movie showed the trials Tina Turner went through with her husband in the music industry. Angela Bassett won 2 awards for this film—1994 Best Performance by an Actress—1995 Outstanding Lead Actress.

Angela Bassett also starred in two films playing the mother role of musicians who have died in the past. She played the mother, Katherine, of the Jackson Five in, “The Jacksons: An American Dream”. This movie focused on the life of the Jackson Five and their music career from childhood to adulthood.

Bassett also played Voletta Wallace, Christopher Wallace’s mother (‘The Notorious BIG)—in the movie “Notorious”. He was an east coast rapper for Bad Boy Records—who was murdered on March 9, 1997. Angela Basset’s performance in this film showed Notorious Big fans how much his mother really loved him.

I really enjoy the movies Angela Bassett plays in because of her sincerity in each role and how she gives it her all.

Redd Foxx-Tribute to One of the World’s Funniest Men

John Elroy Sanford aka ( Redd Foxx) was born December 9, 1922 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was well- known on the television show “Sanford and Son”, as Fred G. Sanford. The funny thing about his middle name on the sitcom was that the “G” could stand for many different words depending on his mood.

Redd Foxx aka (John Elroy Sanford) – made a name for himself and was one of the first black comedians ever to perform in front of white audiences.

Although he never graduated, Redd Foxx never let that stop him from doing what he was brought to earth to do and that was to “be funny”. He worked as a plumber and did acting jobs ever chance he could.

As a kid I would watch him on Sanford and Son for hours and hours. He was so funny, and a great entertainer. He would attempt to have fake heart attacks and yell that he was going to see Elizabeth—his departed wife in heaven.

Unfortunately, we lost Redd Foxx on October 11, 1991 due to a heart attack. The weird part was that a few of his friends thought he was playing like he was having “The Big One”, but this time it was for real –What a Funny Guy!

Meinhardt Raabe- The Wizard of Oz

Meinhardt Raabe was born, September 2, 1915 and passed away on April 9, 2010, due to a heart attack at the age of 94.

Meinhardt Raabe was one of the last surviving munchkin actors from the film “The Wizard of Oz”. In this film, he played the corner character who confirmed the wicked witch was dead.

Meinhardt Raabe also had the opportunity to work as a spokesman for Oscar Mayer in which he was known as - Little Oscar, the World’s Smallest Chef.

Meinhardt Raabe, and the surviving other munchkins, still kept the memory of “The Wizard of Oz” alive in fans’ hearts by attending conventions and celebrations around the world.

As a fan of the movie, “The Wizard of Oz”, I must say that this movie is one that I will always remember and share with my children in generations to come.

“The Wizard of Oz” was released August 25, 1939 and directed by Victor Fleming.

Taylor Lautner

Taylor Lautner is one of the most popular stars in the movie industry today. He started his acting career on the television show “Shadow Fury”, playing the character Kismet.

Taylor began making appearances on”Summerland”, “Bernie Mac”, and “My Wife and Kids”. He also became popular on kid movies and cartoons, “What’s New Scooby –Doo”, and ‘The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl- 3D”.

I have to say that I really enjoyed his role in the vampire movie, “Twilight”, and “New Moon”, as Jacob. For the “New Moon” film, Taylor had to train and gained 30 pounds to continue his starring role in this film.

I really look forward to more movies with Taylor Lautner. He is one of the most popular and highest paid teen actors right now. He really set an example for a lot of teenagers that want to pursue an acting career– if you just put your mind to it you can be whatever you want to be.

The Legacy of Corey Haim

The Canadian actor, Corey Haim, was born December 23, 1971. He was considered a teen heart-throb in the 80’s. He started his career on the television show, “The Edison Twins”, and shortly after, in films.

Haim play Sam in the movie, “Lost Boys”, a boy who enjoyed reading vampire horror comic books. To Sam’s shock, a vampire was lurking in his own home. . This movie won three awards with five nominations. Corey Haim received the award for best performance by a young actor in 1988 for this film.

Another movie that Corey played in was “Silver Bullet”, as Marty. He was a young, energetic boy that was paralytic. Even though he had a disability, nothing stopped him from being a kid. The town he lived in was a very small and quiet, but that changed when people started getting killed. Marty realized who the killer was, but no one believed him. This movie was directed by Daniel Attias, and written by Stephen King.

Unfortunately, the world lost Corey Haim on March 10, 2010. Even though we lost him, he will always be a legacy in our hearts.

Olivia Newton John’s Boyfriend McDermott Alive

It has been 5 long years of looking for the body of Patrick McDermott. Actress Olivia Newton John and others presumed McDermott was dead after he mysteriously vanished after an evening fishing expedition. Reports now confirm that Pactrick McDermott is indeed alive and currently living off the coast of Mexico.

How was Olivia Newton John’s ex-boyfriend found?

News sources report a private investigator discovered Olivia Newton John’s ex-boyfriend was regularly logging into a website on the Internet. The detective tracked the physical location of McDermott through his regular Internet usage.

What happens now?

Olivia Newton John now can be at peace with the entire situation. She had previously told the press that with the coast guard’s inability to locate McDermott’s body, she could not be at peace.

McDermott has sought legal council and made requests not to be bothered.

Michael C Hall Slammed with Cancer

Michael C Hall is most famous for his role in the 2006 premier and continued showing of Dexter. As Dexter, he fights crime and puts the criminals away as they should be.

Michael C Hall or Dexter, announced that he is now battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cancer. This is a treatable form of cancer. Dexter (aka Michael C Hall) is optimistic and in good spirits for beating the cancer and having a strong and full recovery from the disease.

Dexter announced at the press conference that he has been treated for the Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Cancer and is now in full remission. The cancer will not interfere with his acting or social career. He is supported by his fans and his loving family.

Mel Gibson Looking for Film Location

Mel Gibson is an actor, writer and film producer. His film writings of The Passion of the Christ and Apocalypto did well. Not only did Gibson write these, he directed them.

What is Mel Gibson pulling out of the hat these days?

Mel Gibson has completed the writing of his new film, How I Spent My Summer Vacation.” This is a journey of a criminal and all the things that happen to him in Mexico.

Currently, it is reported that Mel Gibson is looking for the perfect location in Mexico to film the new writing.

Will Gibson direct Summer Vacation? There are rumors that Mel Gibson is going to sit this one out. He’s going to have Adrien Grunberg handle the production.. with some assistance of course.

There are going to most likely be two locations for filming Summer vacation: San Diego and Mexico’s Veracruz state. Keep your eyes peeled for what happens. Production should begin in the Spring of 2010.

Dancing with the Stars – Fall 2009

Dancing with the Stars is a popular ABC TV show. The show pairs a variety of celebrities with professional dancers. The celebrities are trained by the professionals to do various ballroom dances from the Viennese waltz to the Tango and everything in between.

The couples are scored by professional judges and also the home audience. Each week one couple is kicked out of the competition based on the lowest overall score.

The cast for Fall 2009 includes Donny Osmond, the singer Mya, singer Macy Gray, actress Melissa Joan Hart, model Kathy Ireland, wide receiver Michael Irvin, actor Ashley Hamilton, singer Aaron Carter, actress Debi Mazar, model Joanna Krupa, realty star Kelly Osbourne, martial artist Chuck Liddell, Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin, pro snowboarder Louie Veto, Republic majority leader Tom DeLay and reality star Mark Dacascos.

Dancing with the Stars paid a beautiful and moving tribute to the talent and contributions of the late Patrick Swayze.

Patrick Swayze - Deceased

Sadly, the talented heartthrob, Patrick Swayze was pronounced dead today, September 14, 2009. The 57 year old actor, dancer and singer-songwriter, suffered from pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. His battle was with courage and determination.

Patrick was well-known for his lead in Dirty Dancing, Ghost, City of Joy, Road House, the TV miniseries, North and South and many more. In 1991 he was nominated for “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine. His last project was the TV series, The Beast, which was canceled as Swayze’s health declined.

Patrick is the son of Patsy Swayze, a choreographer, from whom he obviously got much of his talent and inspiration from.

Patrick Swayze gave much to the world of entertainment with his charm, good looks and abundance of talent. Thank you Patrick! May you find eternal peace.

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