Anthony Celebrates Birthday With Obama HonourSeptember 17th, 2009 MARC ANTHONY celebrated his 41st birthday on Wednesday (16Sep09) in the company of President BARACK OBAMA when the U.S. leader presented the salsa star with
the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute's Lifetime Achievement Award.
Denzel Washington in talks to produce TV drama on copsAugust 15th, 2009 LONDON - Denzel Washington may soon make a small screen comeback by producing a new police drama. The Oscar-winning actor is in talks to take up the role of executive producer on upcoming TV show 'Billy Stiles', reports the Daily Express.
Denzel Washington broke childhood vow starring in latest subway thrillerJuly 31st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Double Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington has revealed how he broke a childhood vow to himself by signing on to star in his latest subway thriller 'The Taking Of Pelham 1 2 3'. The film is a remake of the 1974 classic starring Walter Matthau and Robert Shaw.
Denzel Washington says acting a saviour from a life of crimeJuly 28th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar-winner Denzel Washington credits his acting career for saving him from becoming a criminal, as he had fallen in with a bad crowd as a teenager. The actor is playing the role of a man who takes a bribe from a hijacker, played by John Travolta, in his upcoming movie 'The Taking of Pelham 123'.
Denzel Washington had fun gaining weight for 'The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3'July 27th, 2009 LONDON - Actor Denzel Washington has revealed that he had fun gaining weight for his new film 'The Taking of Pelham 123' because he could feast on whatever junk food he desired. "Getting there was such fun.
Denzel Washington would love to get whipped on screenJuly 27th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Denzel Washington has said that he is quite fascinated by the idea of being whipped, but only on screen. The Oscar-winner has confessed that he is intrigued by sadomasochism, but would rather play a character who likes it than be exposed to violent sexual acts himself.
Denzel wants to play sadomasochistJuly 27th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington says that he would like to play a character who has to bear physical and mental suffering due to his partner. The Hollywood star has revealed that he is intrigued by sadomasochism, but would rather play a character who likes it than be exposed to violent sexual acts himself.
Denzel Washington to play Barack Obama in new movieJuly 24th, 2009 LONDON - Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington has reportedly landed the role of US President Barack Obama in a new movie. The 54-year-old has long voiced his interest in playing Obama, 47, in a film but feared he would be too old for the role by the time a picture of the politician's life was eventually produced, reports imdb.com.
Obama praises Michael Jackson, says he still has entertainer's music "on my iPod'July 2nd, 2009 Obama cites Michael Jackson as entertainment iconWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama called Michael Jackson a brilliant performer whose talents were paired with a tragic personal life. "I'm glad to see that he is being remembered primarily for the great joy that he brought to a lot of people through his extraordinary gifts as an entertainer," Obama said in an AP interview Thursday.
Obama says a TV network he won't name is 'entirely devoted to attacking' the White HouseJune 17th, 2009 Obama: Unnamed TV network attacks White HouseWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says one television network is "entirely devoted to attacking my administration."
Obama didn't name the network during an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, but his administration has often taken issue with Fox News. When the interviewer asked if Obama meant Fox News, the president didn't respond.
Rock star Jon Bon Jovi gets lunch at White House with top Obama adviserJune 12th, 2009 Rocker Jon Bon Jovi dines at White HouseWASHINGTON — You never know who might pop up at the Obama White House. Thursday's guest? Jon Bon Jovi.
Obamas top Giant's Most Influential listJune 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama has topped Giant's new Most Influential list. Second on the list is his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama, reports Contactmusic.
"When Obama's story is ready to be told I'll be too old to do it"- Denzel WashingtonJune 3rd, 2009 LONDON - American actor Denzel Washington has revealed that he has lost all hopes of ever playing the role of US President Barack Obama on the big screen. Washington, who is 54-years-old, says that when the time comes for making the inevitable biopic on 47-year-old Obama, he would be too old to be considered for the part.
John Travolta struggling to cope with son's death, says Denzel WashingtonMay 30th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Denzel Washington has revealed he spoke at length with his pal-actor John Travolta, who is trying to cope with death of his 16-year-old son Jett. The two-time Oscar winner revealed he mostly listened while Travolta poured his heart out during their long phone chat.
will.i.am begs Barack Obama for a jobMay 26th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Black Eyed Peas star will.i.am wants to work with US President Barack Obama. The hip-hop icon, who supported the Democrat's campaign by composing Yes We Can in his honour in 2008, is desperate to join fellow celeb-turned-presidential aide Kal Penn - who is now Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Liaison.