Wal-Mart best symbolizes America, while Twitter might just be a fad, a new poll findsSeptember 30th, 2009 Wal-Mart best symbolizes America, a new poll findsNEW YORK — Half the respondents of a new poll say taxing the richest Americans by at least 50 percent is a great idea, while more than a third consider Twitter a fad that will likely fade. Those are among the findings of a new "60 Minutes"-Vanity Fair Poll released Sunday.
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.
Barnes' Musical AmbitionSeptember 9th, 2009 British actor BEN BARNES has a back-up career in mind if the movie offers stop coming in - singing. The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian star has been interested in music since he was a youngster, and was part of U.K.
Williams Is Fans' Dream Desert Island CompanionSeptember 9th, 2009 ROBBIE WILLIAMS has beat out competition from his arch-rival LIAM GALLAGHER to be voted as the singer most people would want to be stuck on a desert island with. The Angels hitmker, who has had a longtime feud with the Oasis singer, came out tops in a new poll of the most popular male entertainer to be marooned with.
Daniel Craig has Hollywood's hottest torsoSeptember 8th, 2009 LONDON - Brit actor Daniel Craig has come out tops in a new poll conducted on sexy male movie chests. The survey by LOVEFiLM.com showed that a whopping 34 percent film fans voted 41-year-old Craig's skimpy trunks scene in 'Casino Royale' as their favourite, reports The Sun.
'The Joker' in Batman voted world's best-loved villainSeptember 7th, 2009 WASHINGTON - 'The Joker' in the Batman, who gave sleepless nights to the winged superhero, has been named the world's best-loved villain in a poll. The character, which first appeared in a 1940 Batman comic, has been played on the big screen by the likes of Jack Nicholson and late actor Heath Ledger.
Joker Is Top VillainSeptember 7th, 2009 BATMAN's nemesis THE JOKER has fought off X-MEN baddie MAGNETO to be named the world's best-loved villain. The character, which first appeared in a 1940 Batman comic, has gone through numerous incarnations and has been played on the big screen by both Jack Nicholson and the late Heath Ledger.
Daniel Craig tops Sexy Male Movie Chests pollSeptember 4th, 2009 LONDON - Brit actor Daniel Craig has come out tops in a new poll conducted on sexy male movie chests. The survey by LOVEFiLM.com showed that a whopping 34 percent film fans voted 41-year-old Craig's skimpy trunks scene in 'Casino Royale' as their favourite.
Soul Stars Set Sail To Mark Motown's 50thSeptember 3rd, 2009 Motown soul stalwarts the FOUR TOPS, THE DRAMATICS and FREDA PAYNE will be setting sail to celebrate the record label's 50th anniversary at the beginning of 2010. The artists will party with their fans on a star-studded cruise to the Bahamas.
Lynn Slams WarsSeptember 3rd, 2009 Former forces' sweetheart DAME VERA LYNN has blasted the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, insisting soldiers are dying for no apparent reason. The legendary singer, 92, whose performances inspired troops during World War II, became the oldest living artist ever to appear in the U.K.'s top 20 album chart on Sunday (30Aug09) with her "best of" CD.
Robert Pattinson named World's Sexiest ManAugust 5th, 2009 LONDON - Robert Pattinson has been named the sexiest man in the world in a new poll. The British star, who plays smouldering vampire Edward in hit movie Twilight, pipped Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Johnny Depp to land the honour, reports The Sun.
'Star Wars in Concert' tour to launch to Anaheim, Calif.July 24th, 2009 'Star Wars in Concert' tour launchingLOS ANGELES — A worldwide "Star Wars" concert tour will hyperdrive across the planet. "Star Wars in Concert" will feature a symphony orchestra and choir performing composer John Williams' music from the six "Star Wars" films.
George Lucas tops Forbes' Hollywood earners listJuly 17th, 2009 LONDON - Star Wars creator George Lucas is Hollywood's Highest-Paid Man, according to business website Forbes.com. The director has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making 170 million dollars in the past year.
'Imagine That' director Karey Kirkpatrick produced and performs on the soundtrackJune 15th, 2009 'Imagine That' director also sings on soundtrackLOS ANGELES — "Imagine That" director Karey Kirkpatrick had a little more input on the movie's soundtrack than many directors might: He produced nine of the album's 11 tracks and performs on another. The 44-year-old filmmaker began his daily guitar-playing habit at 12.
Jay-Z tops The Source magazine's 'Power 30'; Obama given place on honorary power listJune 4th, 2009 Jay-Z tops The Source magazine's 'Power 30'NEW YORK — It's been a minute since Jay-Z released an album, but he's still got enough swagger to land on The Source's "Power 30" list. The hip-hop magazine says Jay-Z tops the list because he's an industry leader and a top businessman, with his ventures with Live Nation and Rocawear, and his part-ownership of the New Jersey Nets.