Zombies Rule The U.s. Box OfficeOctober 4th, 2009 WOODY HARRELSON's new horror comedy ZOMBIELAND is killing off the competition at the U.S. box office thanks to a $25 million (£16.6 million) opening weekend take.
Barrymore Sets Rollerskating Cream Pie RecordOctober 4th, 2009 DREW BARRYMORE showed off her rollerskating skills on late-night TV on Friday (02Oct09) when she attempted to break a record for hitting strangers with cream pies while wheeling around pal JIMMY FALLON's Late Night studio. Barrymore was promoting her directorial debut, roller derby film Whip It - in which she stars opposite Fallon - when she agreed to the challenge before representatives of the Universal Record Database.
Quote Of The Day (Drew Barrymore, Steven Spielberg)October 1st, 2009 "He’s a great mentor. He always talks about how important that is, mentoring, and he keeps his word.
Movie Review: Barrymore's directing debut, 'Whip It,' a refreshing whirlwind of girl powerSeptember 30th, 2009 Review: 'Whip It' a whirlwind of girl power
LOS ANGELES — Drew Barrymore has forged a persona as both an actress and producer with movies that exude a playful sense of girl power, so it only makes sense that "Whip It," her first feature as a director, would share that same sort of vibe. What is surprising, though, is Barrymore's ability to find just the right tone all the time, which would be a difficult feat for any first-time filmmaker to achieve — even one who's had the benefit of spending her entire life on movie sets.
Barrymore 'i'm Not Sober'September 25th, 2009 DREW BARRYMORE has confessed she's not completely sober after a youth spent battling drug and alcohol issues and a stint in rehab. The actress claims to have found "balance" in her life, which means she doesn't have to cut out all the things she used to be addicted to.
Barrymore's No-show Sparks Chaos At Film FestivalSeptember 21st, 2009 DREW BARRYMORE infuriated organisers at the Toronto International Film Festival after failing to show at a press event for her directorial debut WHIP IT. The star skipped the scheduled press junket for the upcoming roller derby movie at the Canadian festival at the weekend (begs19Sep09), aggravating event chiefs and waiting reporters.
Derby Drew: Barrymore wheels into directing debut with rowdy women's tale 'Whip It'September 16th, 2009 Barrymore wheels into directing with 'Whip It'TORONTO — Drew Barrymore chose a real balancing act for her directing debut. She does it on wheels, directing and acting alongside "Juno" co-star Ellen Page in "Whip It," a rowdy tale of roller-derby women.
Bill Cosby tells Detroit students and parents to fix what ails their city and schoolsSeptember 14th, 2009 Cosby asks Detroit students, parents to get activeDETROIT — Bill Cosby says Detroit residents must take responsibility for improving their city and schools. The 72-year-old actor, comedian and activist taped public service announcements Sunday at the Detroit Public Library's main branch.
Barrymore Calls On Ex For Soundtrack SupportSeptember 13th, 2009 DREW BARRYMORE has given her ex-boyfriend FAB MORETTI's new band a boost - she has picked them to perform on the soundtrack to her directorial debut. The actress compiled the hit list of songs that will appear during her new roller derby film Whip It - and insisted her former lover's group Little Joy should be included.
Quote Of The Day (Drew Barrymore)September 11th, 2009 "I used to tell myself, 'You can’t wear anything sleeveless or strapless.' And all of a sudden I was like, 'What if I just didn’t send such negative messages to my brain and said, wear it and enjoy it?' And now I’m more comfortable in clothes than ever." DREW BARRYMORE has learned to love her body. "We went to Cartier and tried on these engagement rings and pretended we were getting married, and then we left." Actress DREW BARRYMORE celebrated her 34th birthday pranking jewellers with her pals earlier this year (22Feb09).
Barrymore To Take Leno's Green Car Race TestSeptember 6th, 2009 DREW BARRYMORE has accepted a challenge to test her green driving skills on late-night TV in America. The celebrity eco-warrior will go head-to-head with another Hollywood racer when comedian Jay Leno launches his Green Car Challenge during the first week of his new U.S.
Reports: Longtime Tigers announcer Ernie Harwell, who is 91 years old, has incurable cancerSeptember 4th, 2009 Reports: Announcer Harwell has incurable cancerLongtime broadcaster Ernie Harwell, who spent 42 of his 55 years as a broadcaster calling Detroit Tigers games, has been diagnosed with an incurable cancer, several media outlets reported Thursday. The 91-year-old Harwell, who was in the Tigers' broadcast booth from 1960 until he retired in 2002, remains upbeat after an inoperable tumor was found in the area of the bile duct.
Facts Of The Day (Drew Barrymore)August 6th, 2009 HEROES actress DANIA RAMIREZ has signed on as the new face of CoverGirl. The TV beauty joins RIHANNA, DREW BARRYMORE and QUEEN LATIFAH as spokesmodels for the make-up brand.
Detroit's Chene Park site for concert honoring Michael Jackson on Tuesday nightJune 29th, 2009 Detroit concert Tuesday honors Michael JacksonDETROIT — A musical tribute to Michael Jackson is planned Tuesday night at Chene Park in Detroit, former home of the Motown label that launched his pop singing career. The Detroit News says the free concert will include performances by Serieux & Friends, HotSauce, Asiid and Velocity.
White Stripes drummer Meg White engaged to Jackson Smith, with wedding planned this yearMay 5th, 2009 White Stripes drummer Meg White to wed this yearDETROIT — A publicist for The White Stripes says drummer Meg White is engaged to musician Jackson Smith, the son of punk singer Patti Smith and late MC5 guitarist Fred "Sonic" Smith. Publicist Chloe Walsh says the couple will wed this year, but couldn't confirm other details.
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