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SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY ARCHIVES JULY, 2009 — SEPTEMBER, 2009 [RETURN TO commentopia HOME PAGE]
SEPTEMBER 21, 2009 - SEPTEMBER 27, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT DAN BROWN : SYMBOLS LOST AND FOUND In defense of Dan Brown, may I point out that he is fiction writer? About ten pages into the Da Vinci Code it was fairly obvious to me that Brown knew little to nothing about 1st century Palestine, linguistics, or much of anything else. Of course, I had some advantage over most readers, having studied Hebrew and Greek at the university level and done some fairly serious reading in the field of New Testament studies. The solution is to chuckle and keep reading. This stuff is called "fiction" because it's fictional and fiction by definition isn't true. Now the really funny part: masses of Christians, including Vatican officials, became incensed by the portrayal of Jesus in this book. They railed against it, castigated it, and by doing so publicized it. People like me, who assumed it was schlock, picked up a copy and read it to see what all the furor was about. Sure enough, it was schlock. Brown's work does reveal two very real things, however: the first is the widespread ignorance of real history and historical methodology, the second is the insecurity of Christians when it comes to their founding myths and documents. Watching church bigwigs getting their zippers all stuck over a work that is so obviously fictional was worth the price of a copy. I suspect this trend of over-reaction will continue. In the meantime, Brown has made a mint off his efforts and for that I applaud him. It's gratifying to see someone make money off a book that's not the Bible. [DAILY BEAST/Debunking Dan Brown] SEPTEMBER 14, 2009 - SEPTEMBER 20, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT
For a long time, I've watched the rules be strictly enforced at tournaments that don't involve the superstars and almost never at Grand Slam events. The high-level players are left feeling they're untouchable. [DAILY BEAST/Serena loses on penalty] <> I'm not excusing her behavior but like someone else said. It's not like any of the rest of you have never gotten angry when you lost a game (or hell someone took "your" parking space). Sure, she should have not yelled at the line judge (the line judge was wrong however...she didn't foot fault...check out the replay.) But she was having a tough game and she was losing and she's a highly competitive person. Hell, John McEnroe is known for slamming his racket and yelling at the judges. I've even seen Maria Sharapova give the stink eye to the judges every now and again. Does this excuse the behavior...of course not. But these athletes (white or black) have an intense dislike of losing (more so than the average person). That intense dislike (among other things) is why they are better than the rest of us at sport they are playing. It gives them that extra push to go above and beyond. You want to see really bad behavior...have you watched a hockey game recently??? Man, that's a sport that's just about all white and the amount of profanity and violence is WAY above and beyond anything you see in any other sport (and that is what makes watching it sooooo great). [THE ROOT/Serena Williams' outburst and the cost of risk-reward.]
The South African body that is in charge of athletics should have taken care of this matter before it reached these instances. They are now clamoring for her human rights but they are the ones responsible of detecting these problems beforehand. I feel very sorry for Semenya's condition, she must be having a rough time, shame on the South African authorities for trying to take advantage of someone who has a great problem. I agree that they should let Semenya keep the gold medal and give another gold medal to the runner up in the competition, but should not be allowed to compete among women. [TORONTO STAR/Outrage in South Africa over athlete's gender test] <> I am appalled at the insensitivity with which the media, especially in the UK, has handled this matter. There seems to be insinuations that she is indeed a man, based on her testosterone levels. There has been utter disregard for the likely long-term effect of such carelessness on this girl's psyche, and her family's privacy. Nobody should ever be subject to such humiliation at the hands of the media. Now, what's going to happen when gender test results come out; are we gonna be told about them, at the expense of violating her dignity and breaching her privacy. [IOL.CO. ZA/Semanya speculation feuled by media, readers.] <> This athlete has had to take stick from both South Africans and foreigners. To call this a race based issue is a lie and excuses everyone of their own bigotry. I find it laughable that the same people who dragged Ms Semenya into the toilets to inspect her gender when she was in high school are the same one's accusing the Europeans of repeating the Saartjie Baartman event. It is symptomatic of how South Africans really are- we take offence where there is none to justify our own prejudices.
[SA MAIL&GUARDIAN/ Semenya sex row causes outrage in South Africa] <> Most people who compete in athletics in high school and college never become pros. The reason? For the most part, the people who become pros are genetically gifted. Sure, you have the occasional example of the person who isn't quite as gifted who gets by on strong determination, but they are in the minority. Most pro athletes you see are people who are genetically predisposed for speed, power, agility, or some combination of those traits. Do they still have to work at it? Yes. But it comes a lot easier to them than the rest of the population. There's no need to form special boards and committees for this. If this girl was born female and has not taken any banned substances, let her compete with the other women - period. [CBS SPORTS/Renee Richards breaks down X's and Y's of Semena's situation] <> So, since all genetically different individuals are not easily identified just by looking at them, are all competitors going to be genetically tested? All female competitors? All winners? Or just all female winners who look masculine? [HUFFINGTON POST/Girl interrupted on the track.]
SEPTEMBER 6, 2009 - SEPTEMBER 13, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT ELLEN HAS HEART FOR AMERICAN IDOL
This is a brilliant idea! AI has never had so much entertaining humor! You don't need four "professional" opinions. Instead, you'll have three of those and a bit of lighthearted fun thrown into the mix. What's there not to like? I highly doubt Ellen will ever fall into the trap of using the same descriptive words over and over and over like the others do. She'll actually have something intelligent to say in response to Simon when he's over-the-top cruel to a singer. My guess is she'll have Simon laughing along with the rest of us. [NEWSWEEK/Why Ellen DeGeneres could top Paula Abdul as the new judge on American Idol.] <> Ellen is going to be amazing on the show. Finally someone with a personality to be a judge. Someone who is like us and will judge the singers on what us the audience really want. I think she will do really good, as she said on her show, she has not missed an episode, she knows what's going on. Only time will tell now, but I think this will be a great season of american idol, and if it is the last season than its gonna go out with a bang! [BILLBOARD/Ellen DeGeneres to judge on American Idol] <> Not only has Idol jumped the shark, the fin has been used for soup. They had the perfect trinity; Randy, the musician, producer, engineer, writer etc.. who reps the actual making of recorded and performed music, Simon, the A&R man, producer, marketer, promoter etc. who reps the business of music and Paula, the singing, dancing woman repping the main thrust for music making even to exist: female emotions. Kara, as successful though she may be, reps nothing more than that synthesized, homogenized viewpoint that fuels the fire of the detractors of Idol' not to mention the complaint of sterilization in all forms of entertainment. Ellen, a comedian I've laughed at for decades, does not belong there. Simon always has - and should always have - the funniest lines. Now, with one of the more successful comics of our life sitting in judgement, it will be about her, the same way it would be all about ANY comedian in that chair. Not even Bruce Vilanch could write a hit season now. [HUFFINGTON POST/Ellen promises 'compassion' on Idol] ALL YOU NEED IS THE BEATLES RE-MASTERED
I'm not sure about anyone else but I was there. When they started appearing on US radio, the Ed Sullivan show. the American tour. The Beatles took us places we had never been. They got lost in their music and likely wandered far on lysergic acid diethylamide. If you listened to everything they ever did you can still hardly fathom it was the same guys from beginning to end. They broke the rules, the boundaries, etiquette and sales records. They went from Liverpool mop heads to the first star I see tonight. They defined a universe, created a masterpiece out of music, vinyl and spirit. I was there. i watched it happen. Sure today you can look back and rewrite. Sure the guy playing lead for Night Ranger is faster than John Lennon. But just as Sister Christian define part of our lives in a time and place when small things matter as much as larger ones, so did nearly 100 songs the Beatles did. And 100 things they said. And 100 things they did. Today, 40+ years later it's still there. It's still what it was back then. No it doesn't sound as good on my 42" HD with Dolby sound as some of today's artists. But I'm certain it would sound better on that 13" black and white TV in my bedroom. Don't get caught trying to compare. There are as great mathematicians as Einstein, but only one Einstein, there's a new Volkswagen bug on my block, but still only one 'Bug,' there's an Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas, but there's only one 'Eiffel Tower.' Many came before, Many, many more after. Arguably as good or better than John, Paul, George and Ringo. But in that time and place, the space they filled, they stand alone. No one did or can do what the Beatles did. My mom used to get frustrated me in my teens. She would yell, 'What is wrong with you!'.. I'd smile and say, oh it all started when you took me to see the Beatles while I was in the 4th grade. [USA TODAY/The remastered Beatles; You've got to get this into your life.] <> I'm just being mischievous (and honest, but mostly mischievous). Nonetheless, I can't help being intensely irritated by just about every article about the Beatles I read; it has become dogma that this is The Band That Cannot Be Criticized. Of course, there are wonderful songs in their back catalogue, some great pop numbers with big chorus, some gloriously inventive and novel creations, and every point in between - and you'd be hard pressed to find a band who've recorded anything like the sheer number of exceptional tracks as the Beatles. Not even the Beach Boys, although their masterpiece is far better than anything the scouse four could come up with... [U.K. TIMES/The verdict on the Beatles in mono and the Beatles box set -- remastered in stereo]
AUGUST 24, 2009 - AUGUST 30, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT
DeLay cannot possibly rig [GAWKER/ABC promotes dancing with the disgraced former officials] <> He's had plenty of practice dancing with Jack Abramoff and the rest of K street, so I'm sure he'll do just fine.
[HOUSTON CHRONICLE/Can 'The Hammer" nail a Texas two-step?] <> I suspect he will have two right feet. [DAILY BEAST/Top 10 clues Delay born to dance.]
A TRIP IN THE STATE OF MIND - WOODSTOCK AT 40
I was at Woodstock. I don't have a portfolio, my husband never had a ponytail and never wore a Stevie Ray hat, we've never owned a Volvo, a vacation home or a kayak. Stop speaking of which you know nothing about. We may have been the love generation, but we had the best music and made a difference in the world. You may not like what some of us turned out to be, but without us you wouldn't have half the "toys" you take for granted today. Cell phones, PCs, hybrid vehicles, Email, the electronic spreadsheet, the VCR......all invented or perfected by us, that self absorbed 60's generation! We earned our bragging rights, pal, and we wouldn't change a thing! [BOSTON HERALD/Woodstock Lives!] <> Ah, the memory lingers...but what memory? If you can remember it, you weren't there. Look who's responsible for mismanagement, misappropriation, meaningless and ineffective legislation. Who's sparring in the halls of Congress? Who's robbing you blind at the grocery, the gas pump, and the doctor's office? [NEW YORK TIMES/Woodstock: A Moment of Muddy Grace] <> It's more accurate to say that the Woodstock/Hippie participants protested everything and therefore some of their causes were good and have come to pass, some were bad and have come to pass, and some were bad and have, thankfully, passed on. AUGUST 17, 2009 - AUGUST 23, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT MICHAEL VICK - SECOND CHANCE LINE
I am so torn on this - I'm a pit bull owner and an Eagles fan. I hate what Vick did, but I can understand why he did it if he grew up around it. Same reason why Spanish don't think there's anything "wrong" about bull fights, Puerto Ricans enjoy cock fights, Russians think it's okay to bear bait, and lots of Americans think rodeo is fine (they use some semi-cruel tools to encourage bucking - aside from raking them with spurs while on their backs). [HUFFINGTON POST/Michael Vick's "Second chance" is a grabage redemption story.] <> What Michael Vick did was unconscionable...giving him a second chance is not. The man paid his debt, and is trying to contribute to the same cause as the people who will now protest against him. If he fails to live up to that commitment feel free to go after him. Until then, how about exhibiting some compassion for a fellow human being. If we can't do that we might as well apply life sentences to every person who commits a crime. I applaud the Eagles for having the courage to absorb this criticism in an effort to improve their team, yes, and also give this man a chance to redeem himself. [PHILADELPIA INQUIRER/Animal activists boo eagles signing of Vick.] <> In order for me to come close to forgiving this man or the Eagles that hired him, I’d have to see him working full time at the Humane Society to save as many animals as he has killed and injured. One of my dogs was rescued from an operation like his and it makes me sick to think he can live to be a famous and happily forgiven millionaire as easily as this, while barks of pain continue unheard. [NEW YORK TIMES/IVick grateful for second chance with Eagles.]
AUGUST 10, 2009 - AUGUST 16, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT
The freshest memory of my high school years is, of course, the music. No invention in the history of the world has amazed me half as much as Mr. Edison's talking machine. The ability to reproduce (at the mere click of a button) the sound of a recording session recorded decades before I was born or the sound of a human voice - a century dead - is something I have never taken for granted. Lou Reed will be sixty-eight-years-old on March 2, 2010. But his voice from the evening he walked out on the stage of Howard Stein's Academy of Music in the Spring of 1974 and let loose with a stunning version of Sweet Jane (the Rock 'n' Roll Animal LP) will be forever as youthful and tormented as it was on that long ago night. We may age but our music remains younger than we were all those years ago. [MCCLATCHEY/Rock and roll will never die. That goes apparently for its stars, too] AUGUST 3, 2009 - AUGUST 9, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT IDOL CHOICE: PAULA ABDUL VOTES HERSELF OFF
Kara is smarter, but that doesn’t make her a better fit for the show. Paula always aired on the side of supporting the contestants, and that is a necessary counterweight to Simon. Simon may be right 90% of the time, but you still need the counterweight. Also, Paula and Simon could argue without making the audience feel anxious about it. When Simon and Kara fight, and I am sure they will do so more next season, when those two fight it is more unsettling and will likely turn the audience off, rather than entertain them. These types of shows are all about chemistry, and the chemistry will likely take a turn for the worst next year. [ATLANTA JOURNAL CONSTITUTION/ <> Do these self-important, delusional individuals ever decide they have enough money? Shouldn't Paula be thanking the heavens that she's got the absolutely incredible opportunity to do nothing more than sit in a chair for 10 weeks every year and say things like, "You're what this show is all about" and "You really made that song your own," then walk away with millions of dollars for doing that? Think about it, Paula. Do you realize how lucky you are? Do you realize how many people would do that for a tenth of what you're earning? I'm so sorry your money pile isn't as high as Simon's or Ryan's. Cry me a river.
BIG PAPI AND A RED SOX NATION'S BLUES
This is an unfortunate day for Red Sox fans as we struggle to decide if the championships were legitimate. I say that in order to determine the legitimacy of the championships, the entire list of 104 names must be disclosed so that the world can see how many other championship teams were "tainted" by substance users on their rosters. And what about the players who refused to provide samples? What inferences should we make about then?
<> When the testing was done in 2003, the players were repeatedly promised that the results would be anonymous, ID'd only by numbers, and no names would be attached to the results. The Players Union would never have agreed to the testing without these conditions.
JULY 20 - JULY 26, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT
THIS IS SO TRUE...What's wrong with "you" people. If you wanted to teach the current generation about irratic powers like N.Korea, Iran or Pakistan or rising powers like China or India, or established powers like the U.S. or Russia, go to their level and talk about how someone like The Game (N.Korea), Kanye West (Europe or India) or Jay-Z (U.S.), posturing for position, power and a higher voice. Some of the things that people are saying on these CDs is no different than if you put all these country's leaders in one room and they all had their say. Just like the world stage, the rap stage is filled with hate, envy, self-loathing and above all else human nature. I think the lesson here is that once you have arrived and become a super power in whatever your call in life is, you don't need to go around picking fights or giving your opinion on the economic state of the world. Sometimes, it's better to be the super mediator instead of the super instigator. Just like it has cost the U.S. trillions of dollars,lives and credability, this fued may now cost Jay-Z the thing he preaches in his music...his superstar(power) status. [NPR]
Here's the way I see it. We will never know the whole story, no one ever does. There's always two sides in these situations. But the fact is that Kate is the same person now as she was in the beginning of the show (with the exception of an exterior make-over.)She doesn't act any different now then she did on the first episode. The person who's changed is Jon. He says he cares about his kids and they come first but how is that possible when you are running off with so me 22 year old girl. Please..... He is the one who is different now. If you listen to people close enough they tell on themselves. He makes statements like "I'm only 32" and "I'm excited about this new chapter in my life". What kind of father/husband says they are excited about breaking up a family. Such immaturity. He whines about being a father of twins at this age and then of sextuplets at that age. Doesn't sound like it was a joyful thing more like a burden. Don't get me wrong I'm sure Kate shares some blame. Actually in the beginning I was more sympathetic to Jon. But he doesn't even try to put on a good front. He did all this whinning about not wanting to do the show anymore and that he just wanted to be Jon, not Jon and Kate plus eight. Well GET A JOB then! He didn't want to do the show but he has no problem living a lifestyle that is funded by the show. It's quite disgusting actually. And do you think for one minute that he would have left Kate if that hadn't had the show. Well no. There's no way he could pay child support for 8 kids. I feel bad for the kids. They didn't ask for any of this and now their families destruction is being played out on national television. They are the real victims here. I truly believe that they were a happy family, you can see that from most of the earlier episodes. Jon has made some sort of comment about being only 32 and he wants to have a life, well he had one with a wife and eight kids, and he chose to throw it all away. [ABC NEWS] JULY 13, 2009 - JULY 19, 2009 SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT
The 1st Amendment doesn't exist to protect popular speech, but UNpopular speech - otherwise, what would be the point? <> What's the difference between Bruno and M. Hulot? - or for that matter, Borat and Chaplin? JULY 6, 2009 - JULY 12, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT
I don't get all the complaining about the coverage of Michael Jackson's death "going on and on" and too much being made of this and there's more important news to report that's being overshadowed and waah waah. The man's funeral is just being held today, for crying out loud. Like it or not, his music affected many people all over the world. As a white child growing up in the deep south, I wasn't even allowed to listen to MJ's music. I bought my Thriller album on the sly at the age of 12 and hid it, listening and dancing to it only when my little sister and I were home alone (one of us watching out the window for the grown-ups to return!) Not only did we love this music, but it gave us joy, hope and something to be happy about growing up in a very abusive home where there was very little joy, hope or happiness. Even then I felt that this music helped me to hold on to my sanity many times. Those were dark days, and Michael Jackson's music was a light in the darkness, and I'm sure there are many people for whom it means something on that emotional level as well. The news headlines will return quickly enough to the Middle East, the economy, and everything else the complainers are deeming more "worthy" of airtime. It'll all be back soon enough It would be nice on the day of his funeral if people didn't need to complain and spread hatefulness and negativity. If he meant nothing to you that's fine, but consider silence out of respect for those he meant something to and who do feel affected by his death, and out of respect for others who grieve. He had children who grieve. If people don't want to watch the coverage of Michael Jackson's death, maybe it's a good time to read a book or get out for a walk or volunteer. Do something productive; spread some positivity! [ABC NEWS] <> A lot of people seem to forget, or are just willfully ignorant of the facts and history. Way back when, despite what it looks like today–MTV wasn't playing black videos and artists. Along came Michael Jackson who changed all that. He was an undeniable force who couldn't be stopped. He broke down racial barriers and allowed a platform for black artists to display their talents in the electronic medium. He was one of the first black artists, that was considered "non-threatening– whatever that means?" to white America in a televised forum; and clearly paved the way for Barack Obama to even be possible. The same Barack Obama who would later rely so heavily on the televised medium! Other's that did the same thing & carried the torch were Michael Jordan, Bill Cosby, Oprah Winfrey… Michael Jackson also was a big democratic party supporter and fundraiser. Not to mention his symbolism as a worldwide iconic representation of American pop culture. I think the president was slow with his response and could've been more appreciative and solid in paying respects to Michael Jackson[CNN] I can still remember secretly listening to Thriller at 2a.m. when I was 13, hiding underneath my bed covers using a Walkman & headphones. It was being played in full for the first time on UK radio by Radio Luxembourg. Meant a lot to me at the time. My Mother would have been livid that I was listening to the radio so late at night. <> His influence was felt throughout the whole culture he helped to create. A magnificent dancer, a great entertainer, awesome singer, yet he helped many to become more than they were as he was helped by his mentors in later life. SIMON COWELL - $144,000,000 MAN?
If he made 36 million last year why didn't he get a better hair stylist? I'm sure there are thousands of guys lined up to get a 'butters' hair cut. That's what his hair looks like -- The character Butters of South Park. The only difference is Butters' hair is blonde. {N.Y. Post]
KARL MALDEN -- A SALT-OF-THE-EARTH CHARACTER
Karl Malden was one of the quintessential character actors of his generation. His salt-of-the-earth demeanor, emotional honesty and authenticity rang loud and clear, even in roles that seem far removed from his background. And it's in that honesty and clarity that we can relate to. <> Rest peacefully Karl, your legacy will be remembered. Karl was indeed a class act - loved his voice and the characters he played. He and his wife married the year I was born - a strong love to have survived all those years in and near Hollywood where short, unhappy marriages are the norm. He put a lot into and got a lot out of his life. How his dear wife will miss him. I often watch the old movies - they were the best! [EW.COM - ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY]
Twenty years ago, as a young nanny shepherding twin four-year-olds to tee-ball practice, I sat down in the bleachers next to a blond mom, hoping to make small talk. As her head swung my way, I was hit by that smile and immediately recognized Farrah — the most physically beautiful person I ever met in person before or since. So much for small talk: I was stunned speechless, feeling that she must surely think I was crazy for plopping down right next to her in an otherwise completely empty set of bleachers. As I plotted a decent escape, I looked around and saw Ryan O’Neal by the diamond, coaching a red-headed little boy on his tee-ball swing. In other words, this wasn't ‘Farrah’ and ‘Ryan,’ but just a regular mom and dad watching their son play ball on a gorgeous afternoon in LA. I stayed where I was for lack of any better ideas, and although I never mustered the strength to say anything to her but hello, I remember that Farrah was wonderful to me. Beautiful on the inside too. [NEW YORK TIMES ARTSBEAT]
JUNE 29, 2009 - JULY 6, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT
Ed may have been second banana, but his entire character formed the basis for one of the funniest SNL skits of the tonight show ever made - as Johnny was talking and called to Ed, who was just offstage gobbling large spoonfuls of Alpo dog food and washing it down with Bud. I've never since laughed so hard, but still laugh at that image, and although it's belated, thank him for that. I hope you two are together again and one day we all get to see your new venue - The Forevernight Show. [NEW YORK TIMES] JUNE 22, 2009- JUNE 28, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT
Since they've allowed the whole country to watch their personal lives, how about a survey? Mostly his fault? Or mostly her fault? I'll give you a hint about my view. I nearly sent the poor guy a bus ticket so he could escape from the nagging. [E!-ONLINE]
Look, it was a bad joke and Letterman made it worse by insincere apology. The only daughter at the game was Willow so it makes sense to believe the joke was about her even though it was Bristol that had a baby. Letterman easily could have meant that her other daughter got knocked up. While I agree that Palin is upping the ante a bit and not just letting it go as maybe she should, it is entirely understandable for her and her family to be upset given the pure vitriol and acidic comments directed at her. Just look at the posts from this well-respected site. There is an unnatural level of anger and resentment directed at her with namecall after namecall. If people disagree with her political positions make the argument, but the relentless ad hominem attacks only give her staying power if just for sheer pleasure of pissing some people off. [DAILY BEAST]
JUNE 15, 2009 - JUNE 21, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT
This is a huge risk on her part...and she doesn't have to do it. Even if she does well, the haters will never admit it. Personally, I hope she succeeds. Enough with the Scientology and gay jokes. Who cares what she believes--she has talent and she can't help who she loves. The question is 'can she dance?' I guess we'll find out. [DAILY BEAST] JUNE 8, 2009 - JUNE 14, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT Tony AwardS -- Billy Elliot Has Legs
One of the basic differences between musicals in the States and musicals in London is that in the States , musicals are nurtured and respected as an art form by the theatre practitioners, critics and audiences as well. They are always seeking ways to expand and enhance the form whether in something blatantly commercial such as Legally Blonde or something more off the wall such as Spring Awakening. In Britain , it's only a musical which is really only a panto without Buttons and Birthdays. There are people here in the UK that want to change that but unfortunately they are being taught by British Musical Theatre artists who , while well meaning aren't particularly talented. Musical Theatre is an American art form and occasionally over the years some Brits have got it right - but how many in 100 years of musicals? Not a lot. Billy Elliott happens to be one that ( I think) is built to last. [Guardian U.K.]
Carradine was a strange individual. I met him in 1995 and he struck me then that he was sort of odd. However, he does not deserve the ridicule that people are throwing at him in these TMZ columns over the manner in which he died. His death is so sad. How anyone else like it if they passed away and were being made fun of by the public, in media which is read world wide? One lady said on another TMZ comment column that Carradine's life was a waste. Carradine was an accomplished actor, musician, with several Golden Globes to his credit. I do not condone autoerotic asphyxiation. It is a dangerous thing to do. However, this man was not a child molester, not a threat to society.He had his private sexual desires of adults that was his business. leave this man and his poor family alone. [TMZ] How Sad! I remember him during the Kung Fu series and always wondered how he kept so cool in the provocation. His deliberate walking and talking style left an impression on me. Sad that he had to go this way. His zest for life in the series literally translated as his own discipline in real life I think. [BBC] Wow the Shaolin Gun Fu must have gotten him with the vibrating palm technique for revealing their secrets just as they silenced Bruce Lee; at least if you believe the conspiracy theorists. [Daily Beast]
JUNE 1, 2009 - JUNE 7, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT
Thank you for the laughs, Jay ....you're one of the last of the GREATEST of comedians....from here on...it's downhill all the way. ....!!!! [Topix] Funny how that language coming out of the mouth of a comic or street guy is just considered par for the course and no one would mention it at all. A demure looking lady, however, has to behave in a more exceptional genteel way! Well, screw that. [Huffington Post] "If you want your place in the sun, expect a few blisters." - JOAN CRAWFORD [Huffington Post]
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