Edward "Ted" Kennedy
Ted Kennedy, a senator who was truly one of the most popular, most accomplished men in his profession, passed away last night. He was the last of the Kennedy brothers, an elder statesman and a legend in American politics. While not a celebrity per se, his impact on this country is massive. Accordingly, his colleagues and fans are sending their support to the Kennedy family at this time.
Some choice reactions:
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger: “Maria and I are immensely saddened by the passing of Uncle Teddy. He was known to the world as the Lion of the Senate, a champion of social justice, and a political icon. Most importantly, he was the rock of our family: a loving husband, father, brother and uncle. He was a man of great faith and character.”
George H.W. Bush: “Ted Kennedy was a seminal figure in the United States Senate – a leader who answered the call to duty for some 47 years, and whose death closes a remarkable chapter in that body’s history.”
Sarah Palin: “I would like to extend our sympathies to the Kennedy family as we hear word about the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy. He believed in our country and fought passionately for his convictions.”
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del Toro in Havana
Cuban writers and artists gave an award to Benicio del Toro, star of the 2008 movie “Che,” and the geographical location of the ceremony did not detour many of Hollywood’s biggest stars from attending.
Bill Murray, Robert Duvall and James Caan, among others, showed up Havana, Cuba, to support their fellow actor, del Toro.
During the Bush administration a visit like this to Cuba would have been almost undoable, however, since Obama has been in office, the ice seems to be thawing. President Obama has lifted travel restrictions and restored immigration talks with Cuba that Bush had buried.
Other celebrities in attendance avoided the press like a plague even tough it seemed like a great opportunity to speak out on the beauty of the beginning of a new era in Cuban, American relations.
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Ohio's next governor?
We all know Alec Baldwin is a political guy but could he be the next governor of Ohio?
That’s what a group of lawyers from the state are hoping. They recently sent him a letter asking him to move to Ohio and run in the Democratic Party primaries. They would like to start his oft-rumored political career in 2012. Baldwin has said that he intends to retire from acting that year and has also said that, when it comes to getting into politics, “the desire is there.”
I really like Alec Baldwin and think he’s a smart guy. But does he have what it takes to be a politician? Hey, stranger things have happened. Just ask Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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Arnold as Conan the Barbarian
Without Arnold Schwarzenegger making an appearance in the new Terminator 4 Salvation, is it going to fulfill true Terminator fans?
One of the biggest in depth movie websites, the Hollywood Reporter, states this about ‘Arnold Schwarzenegger missing from T4′:
“In Arnold’s absence, an important ingredient of the “Terminator” iconography — namely, the fun factor — is in short supply. Apparently sensing the deficiency, the filmmakers have found a couple of ways to pay homage, both in terms of line callbacks and through the magic of special effects.”
…”an inescapable truth remains: It’s just not the same without the Governator.”
Breitbart.com’s opinion about T4 without Arnold Schwarzenegger is:
“This installation sorely needs more of the kind of liveliness Arnold Schwarzenegger brought to the franchise.”
Arnold! I thought you told us “You’ll Be Back”? T4 will be released for everyone to see in theaters May 21st. Let us know if you thought it was good or bad without Arnold.
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One of my favorite early 80’s movies, ‘Conan the Barbarian’, originally starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, is in the works to come back as a ‘remake.’
Director Brett Ratner signed on to direct the remake of Conan the Barbarian, but now decided he has too many projects (God of War, Beverly Hills Cop 4, Youngblood, a Hugh Hefner biopic and Trump Heist) on his plate to direct Conan.
Rumor in Hollywood first said director James McTeigue who directed V For Vendetta, will take Brett’s place. Now the word is out that a few more directors are up for the job:
Neil Marshall,who directed Dog Soldiers and Doomsday; Brotherhood of the Wolf and Silent Hill director Christophe Gans and Pathfinder director Marcus Nispel.
Wonder why the original writer and director of Conan, John Milius, isn’t mentioned??
Will Arnold and James Earl Jones make a return appearance?
OH, and please don’t cast The Rock for Conan’s part 
Who would be buff and tough enough to play Conan?
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She’s still got it!
Jamie Lee Curtis
Gov. Arnold & Jamie kiss
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis was an honoree last night at the 2009 Noche de Ninas Gala and Concert held at the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel. Jamie accepted the ‘Courage to Care Award’ that is given each year to someone from the entertainment industry.
Jamie showed up in a pink wig for the event, which was a fundraiser for the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. She was presented her award by California Governor and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger. In 1994, the two starred together in the sexy action film ‘True Lies’. This kiss is nothing new for them!
Good to see her having fun!
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Arnold is working hard getting our state in order!
He’s keeping the Skeletor happy at home, taking a leisurely bike ride…probably going to have a shot of jack on his hamock later.
I really want to see a politician, bank president or SOMEONE sweat it out a little better. I have not seen any photos of helping people who have no money…who are not going to get a federal kick back because California is broke…
This is the cleansing of the land my friends….. some of these bank heads need to be flooded out of the system. When I saw this photo of Arnold I thought..everyone is entitled to a life of some sort–but this is worse than they realize. I’d love to see someone like Arnold over extend himself for once for the American people. What exactly has he done since he’s been in office?
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"I'll be back!"
The budget crisis in California won’t detour Arnold from making a cameo in the new Sylvester Stallone flick.
While most Americans wonder how to pay the mortgage or how to put food on the table, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger will be shrugging his responsibility to Californians and chilling on a movie set with Stallone.
With the total breakdown of our financial system it must be nice to have options like appearing in a movie to earn extra cash.
Should elected officials should set an example for their constituents by keeping the nose to the grindstone not flaunting the fact that they will come out smelling like a rose?
Should Californians expect their fateful servant to curb activities outside the scope of their duties (like making movies) especially while the state is in sure dyer financial trouble? Question asked.
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The Devil of California?
According to Yahoo! News, the state of California is going to hell in a hand basket. Is this what happens when you select a Hollywood actor as your governor? Some may say, while others, such as republicans blame the current state of California on the forever spending democrats. So what state are us Californians in? Well starting today 20,000 government workers will be recieving pink slips, because they’re FIRED.
All those years of working to support a family, yourself, or whom ever, is being temporarily cut short. State Sen. Alan Lowenthal, says, “We are dealing with a catastrophe of unbelievable proportions. Because republicans refuse to support any tax increases because they feel the democrats have spent their years overspending. State Sen. Dennis Hollingsworth, R-Temecula, said, “You’re not going to go back to the people’s pocketbooks to fuel that spending.”
Notices are being sent today for those who work in corrections, health and human services and other agencies which receive money from the general fund. I pray for you all.
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