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Ch – 3: Kobe Bryant/Dwayne Carter Jr. (Lil Wayne)
Every now and then a figure in entertainment emerges to shift the culture, and society as we know it. Sports and music have the ability to unify the masses, and both industries unveil a passion that is unattainable by another source. Throughout history athletes and musicians alike contribute similar, life-altering influence on the way we perceive, engage and experience life’s moments. Modern-day artist Aubrey Graham (A.K.A Drake to the music industry) put it best by saying, “I swear sports and music are so synonymous/cause we wanna be them, and they wanna be us”. From someone who succeeds in the business on both sides, the lines from the record Thank me Now alludes to the timeless cultural access levied by the chosen few. As the influence from music and sports on culture is undoubtedly special, when paired together these eminent entertainers relate to each other’s social contributions. This measurement of cultural influence pairs music artists and athletes by persona and their methods of impact.
Persona- Generational Leader/Spokesman
Influence- Trend Setters/Monumental Work Ethic
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Millennials grew up watching Kobe Bryant in the NBA as he grew up in the league before our eyes. During the NBA draft of 1996, he may not have been old enough to sign his own contract; fast forward 20 years and his face may belong on the Mount Rushmore of historical professional athletes. Since Kobe emerged on the scene as a young talent he has impacted African American culture. Bryant’s entire coverage from his posters sporting his infamous afro, his hip-hop music career (though basketball was definitely is calling), to world-renown commercials and documentaries invaded American pop-culture’s timeline.
His consecutive championships from 2000-2002 with one of the country’s most endearing franchises (Los Angeles Lakers) illuminated his spotlight and kept him in plain sight of the public eye. Like many celebrities he hit a pivotal criticizing moment in his career, a sexual assault case in 2003 that was later dropped and settled as a civil matter. Although the situation left him heavily scrutinized, Kobe Bryant’s career would further blossom into a folklore-like experience that millennials will forever appreciate.
In 2005 Kobe Bryant began to distinctly implant himself in cultural significance by way of amazing accomplishments on the court. On December 20 in 05’ Kobe outscored the entire Dallas Mavericks team 62-61 through three quarters of play. Just over a month later on January 22, 2006 he scored 81 points vs the Toronto Raptors; the second most ever in the NBA behind Wilt Chamberlain. From these moments on Kobe also known as the “Black Mamba,” continued to keep viewers at the edge of their seats; accomplishing feat after feat en route to five total NBA championships. Each year Bryant’s passion for the game would explode like a drama in vibrant capacity, proving him to be atop basketball’s greatest talent in the world. Notable accolades such as scoring 40 or more points in 4 consecutive games had the world believing there was nothing he couldn’t do. The fact that he accomplished these numbers six times perhaps had the world believing there was nothing he had not done. In his later basketball career, Kobe reinvented himself in the physical sense by switching his jersey number to 24 and in methodical fashion with his recurring excellence; gaining admiration from those who disliked him throughout his entire career. As he climbed in age and battled numerous injuries, his notoriety for perseverance and determination also elevated to iconic levels. As only Bryant could, his last game on April 13, 2016 ended with him scoring 60 points vs the Utah Jazz; a mark that only 25 players have ever reached.
His retirement letter entitled “dear basketball” was addressed to the game itself; winning an Oscar for the short-film that was inspired by the Player’s Tribune piece. In the end both of his jersey numbers eight and twenty-four were retired by the Lakers, and his every memory contributes to the energy of the Staples Center today; and beyond.
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Dwayne Carter Jr. “Lil Wayne”
Hip-hop music has been all the artist has known since nine years old, when he signed a deal with “Cash Money Records” in 1991. The rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana grew up in the Hollygrove neighborhood, one of the area’s most underprivileged areas. Wayne mentioned in an interview that although he was a Jr. he did not want to go by his father’s name. This influenced him to keep the “D” absent from his name, being that his father was absent from his life; thus birthing his hip-hop persona “Lil Wayne.” As the youngest member of the “Hot boys” Wayne contributed to their number one Hip-Hop and R&B album before releasing his solo album in 1999 which received platinum status. In the years to follow, Wayne and number one records would become expected; references as “the best rapper alive” gave the artist potential to sell “A Milli” with every release.
Dwayne Carter has injected his dna into American culture more times than we can count. Giving us terms and phrases like “bling” and “drop it like it’s hot” brought his style and culture into every household. In 2005 he founded his own recording label “Young Money Entertainment,” and hip-hop music found his prodigious impact to be infectious and innovative for the genre. Though his album “The Carter III” sold a million copies within the first week, his mixtapes were proving to the music world that his commitment to the craft was unparalleled. “Weezy” produced roughly eight mixtapes from 2005-2007, dropping rap’s hottest content which appeared effortless to him. These collections of “re-mixes” and underground tracks were considered to be album-quality, but he simply called them “gifts to the fans.” Wayne clearly set precedent for the the hip-hop mixtape (especially solo artists), increasing their clout and popularity. He is also praised as a featured artist; having contributed to roughly 130 top-100 billboard hits, the most of any rapper. Wayne puts his impact on American culture in perspective on his track John stating, “If I die today, it’d be a holiday.”
Cultural Influence- Kobe Bryant x Lil Wayne
Both Kobe Bryant and Lil Wayne can be known as the generational prototype for basketball and hip-hop, respectively. There was a period in time when Kobe Bryant was basketball, and Lil Wayne was hip-hop. These trend-setters are not only staples in the game, but revolutionaries in terms of work ethic and career longevity. Wayne and Kobe are also linked by contributing a large amount of their cultural influence at the same time. Kobe averaged 35.4 points during the 06-07 season (fifth highest ever); in the the same time-frame Wayne released eight mixtapes that changed rap forever. While Kobe Bryant has played in 1,346 NBA games, Lil Wayne has contributed to 1,757 songs as of October 2017. Wayne has referenced relating to Kobe on several occasions. One notable incident of such relation came on his rendition of the Jay-Z track “Show Me What You Got.” Wayne’s verse on this track has a parallel comparison of basketball greats with those of hip-hop. First Wayne compares Jay-Z to Michael Jordan, and himself to LeBron James, a suggestion of the “passing of the torch.”
“When it comes down to this recordin’/
I must be LeBron James if he’s Jordan!”…Then the homage to Kobe Bryant emerges
“No I want rings with my performance/
I’m more Kobe Bryant of an artist!
Same coach same game been starting/
Same triangle offense!”
The lyrics set the music world ablaze. As many rumors circled that Wayne would sign to Jay-Z after he became President of Def Jam, fans of both icons were given a taste of what that could be like. (Similar to the anticipated LeBron/Kobe NBA finals we never saw in 2009)
Apart from mentioning the likeness of careers here and there, Wayne made an entire song dedicated to the NBA phenom, entitled Kobe Bryant.
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Since 1996 American culture was turned on its axis by the forces known as Kobe Bryant and Dwayne (Lil Wayne) Carter Jr. The likes that we have seen the last of their effects are far from definite. Look into the American culture’s definition of perseverance, determination, and black excellence, and you will find Kobe Bryant and Lil Wayne.


One fashion trend we’ve been seeing a lot towards the end of 2016 and entering 2017 is the “ripped denim and fishnet” look. We first saw this on Kim Kardashian, back when she posted this photo on Instagram in September:
I thought it was a really cool and edgy look. I also thought “Hey, here’s another Kardashian trend!” but, I guess this trend has been around for a while. Rihanna was seen wearing it on her single cover for “Wait Your Turn” in 2009, we’ve just never really noticed it until now!
Then in November, Kylie Jenner posted this photo of her outfit. It looks to be a more lowkey, casual take on the look and I have to say, probably my favorite way I’ve seen it styled.
More recently, the queen himself, Bretman Rock, was seen on his Snapchat and Instagram wearing the same trendy combo, and honestly… he killed it. He makes it look so fresh and new and (sorry for using this word again, but) edgy. Who knew fishnet on fishnet could be a thing?
And while we were searching through photos of this season of The Bachelor for our Bachelor recaps, we found this photo of the soon-to-be infamous, Corrine Olympios. She is seen posing wearing this combo with bright red lips, matching red fishnets, a sports bra, and a black leather jacket. This gave it more of a biker chic vibe. She really did give this trend a more unique look.
I also found this photo randomly on my Explore Page of Instagram, and it just proves that this is a very cute trend that can be styled many ways!
What do you think of this trend? I personally love it, I’m a sucker for layered looks. You can really glam this up or tone it down, and being versatile is always a good thing, right? Do you think this trend will survive 2017? Let us know in the comments!


Hey, if you’re in Los Angeles and you love glitter, Kathy Cano Murillo needs your help! The Crafty Chica is organizing a rally for a week from today, Tuesday, April 8. Why? Because talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres hates glitter and is (jokingly?) trying to get it banned.
So Kathy is doing her best to win Ellen over to the sparkly side. First, there’s a “glitter awareness” rally (with free craft supplies from Duncan) at Ellen’s television studio in Burbank on April 8. Jenny Ryan will be there in a glitter-painted CRAFT t-shirt, alongside the Crafty Chica herself, members of the LA Craft Mafia, and fun folks like TLC’s Mark Montano (author of The Big-Ass Book of Crafts) and Cathie Filian from DIY’s Creative Juice! Check out Jenny’s awesome post on the CRAFT: blog for more details, too.
If you’d like to join them, just come on by Ellen’s studio at 3000 West Alameda Ave. in Burbank, CA at 12 noon on April 8. For lots more info on this and updates as the rally gets closer, be sure to keep an eye on Kathy’s blog — the latest news is that she’s teamed up with Etsy to raise money for charity, too.
Speaking of Kathy, I got a peek at her marvelous (and yes, very glittery) Crafty Chica craft supplies line at CHA and I was wowed. I can’t wait until her line is out in the world — just a month or two from now, hooray! Here’s just one of her many beautiful products:
The new collection will premiere soon and I’ll definitely keep you posted!


Barcelona "flier": Roberto Devereux
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Rayna Gellert is an American fiddler and singer specializing in old-time music. She was born and raised in northern Indiana. Her
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John Paul Jones
John Paul Jones is one of the most accomplished and respected musicians in the world of rock today. As a prolific session musician in the 1960's he played on or arranged innumerable recordings for artists such as Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones, Donovan, The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, Herman's Hermits and Cat Stevens. He then became a founder member of the seminal band Led Zeppelin.
Led Zeppelin's iconic career was unparalleled, and is still one of the most influential bands in the world. After Led Zeppelin, and not one to rest on past glories, John began to work as a performer, arranger and producer with a diverse range of artists such as Diamanda Galas, REM, Brian Eno, Peter Gabriel and La Fura dels Baus.
Always willing to challenge himself musically and not be constrained by any perceived boundaries, John took part in John Cage's MusicCircus at the Barbican Centre in London in 2005, and then as a contrast shortly after that embarked on a tour with bluegrass heroes Nickel Creek.
More recently John produced the 'old time' string band Uncle Earl, embarked on a number of performances with Robyn Hitchcock, produced the debut solo album for Sara Watkins and is currently writing his third solo album.


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Vrushali Gokhale (Vikram Gokhale’s Wife) Age, Children, Family, Biography & More
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- Vrushali Gokhale is an Indian actor. She has appeared in various Marathi TV serials and films.
- She acted in the Marathi TV series ‘Shwetambara’ in 1983 along with her husband Vikram Gokhale. The serial was aired on DD Sahyadri.
- She has also appeared in Marathi films such as ‘Aaj Jhale Mukt Mi’ (1986) and ‘Aaghaat’ (2010).
- In November 2022, her husband’s health deteriorated, and he was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Within a few hours of his hospitalisation, a few media houses claimed that Vikram died in the hospital. Later, Vrushali clarified all the rumours and said that her husband was in a coma and alive. She said,
He was doing ok a few days ago, won’t say that he was fine as he has multiple health issues. He has been at the hospital for the last few days and was recovering too, but from yesterday he’s critical. We are waiting for the doctors to tell us the way forward, hopefully tomorrow they’ll tell us more, tell us what needs to be done. But he is critical, and that’s all I can say. He slipped into coma yesterday afternoon and post that, he has not responded to touch. He is on ventilator. Doctors will decide tomorrow morning what to do, depending on whether he’s improving, sinking or still not responding.”
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January 16th Tarrish Potter will be performing at The Boondox (https://the-boondox.business.site/) in Columbia, TN to support the launch of L United.
Tarrish has literally been performing all her life. Whether with her family or being a child actor, Tarrish’s experiences eventually led her out to Nashville.
Connecting her music to someone listening is one of the most rewarding aspects of being artist Tarrish told me.
When I asked her about family connections to the military, there was a look of pride when she told me about her family’s service across generations. Tarrish is honored to use her music to support those who have served.
Despite all the challenges that came from COVID-19, she is looking forward to songwriting, recording, touring in 2021.
I have enjoyed getting to talk to all the country music artists that are supporting L United. Thanks for coming on Oscar Mike Radio.
You can find out more about Tarrish at the following places.
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We often associate popular stars with insanely extravagant lifestyles: constant parties, designer clothes, luxurious jewelry, exclusive jets and yachts, all with constant exposure to the limelight.
But as the saying goes, “Celebrities are just like us”. The rich and famous also enjoy their fair share of life’s simple joys, such as picking out choice blooms for a basic bouquet. You ‘d be stunned to know how many headliners love flowers as much as we do!
If you’re looking for inspiration for your next arrangement or simply want to find out if you share the same preferences with a superstar, check out this list of celebrities and their favorite flowers.
If you want to learn more from a formal course or get certified as an expert on everything related to flowers, we highly recommend looking into professional bodies and colleges in floristry such as the American Institute of Floral Designers of the AIFD (www.aifd.org), the Society of American Florists (www.safnow.org), the American Floral Endowment (www.endowment.org) and other similar organizations offering programs specializing in floristry.
This pop diva who rose to stardom with fun, catchy pop hits is actually a huge fan of fresh flowers. Her dressing rooms on tours and concerts are frequently decorated with her favorites: white and purple hydrangeas, along with white and pink peonies.
Peonies are known to symbolize power, success, and passion, while hydrangeas represent grace, prosperity, and candid emotions– characteristics that happen to strongly reflect Perry’s music and career. Their lush, thick blooms inspire beauty and creativity, much like this pop singer’s distinct musical and personal styles.
Classic, delicate beauty with strength of character– this describes both the timeless actress Audrey Hepburn and her beloved flower, the Lily of the valley. Hepburn was known to cherish these petite white blooms and even carried a bouquet of them at her wedding to Mel Ferrer. The bouquet was also displayed in one of her most well-known films, Funny Face (1957 ).
The lily of the valley blooms in spring with a subtly sweet scent, which is why it typically represents renewal, good fortune, and success. It is also recognized for its unique bell shape which is strongly believed to bring peace and good spirits. With its sweet yet striking elegance, it’s easy to understand why Hepburn cherished this flower: it mirrors her own graceful persona.
Being in the public eye while undertaking emotionally exhausting roles is certainly a challenge for most performers. This is likely why actress Scarlett Johnasson has expressed her love for placing flowers around her house. She believes that they provide a sense of serenity and peacefulness for her, which might oftentimes prove hard to find in the hustle and bustle of show business.
Lilies, roses, and freesias are among her favorites. Much like the diverse characters Johansson has portrayed throughout her acting career, these flowers vary greatly in look and meaning. Lilies represent purity and rebirth, roses represent love and passion, and freesias represent innocence and trust. What they do share in common is having a fantastic perfumed fragrance which always captivates the senses, much like how Johansson’s presence on screen always ensures that film aficionados will have a great time watching her movies.
Passionate and unyielding, Princess Diana is celebrated all over the world as an icon of humanitarian causes and charity work. She was also known to possess graceful charisma and manifest enduring strength even through the trying times of her life. To honor her memory, the Kensington Palace keeps a garden with a multitude of flowers which feature her favorites: forget-me-nots.
This charming flower’s name and meaning carry a particularly poignant sentiment following her unfortunate death. It’s a symbol of endless love that persists even after parting ways or passing on. It reminds us that cherishing the time and memories spent with loved ones means their legacy lives on, the way Princess Diana’s journey has inspired her children, her family, and so many people around the world.
This acclaimed actress reportedly favors orchids– the flowers that represent luxury, devotion, and strength– as her blooms of choice. Like the orchid, Angelina Jolie has stunning features and exudes alluring charm. Beyond her looks, though, she is an accomplished actress and has found strength through physical illness and emotional turmoil. Like Jolie’s resilient personality, orchids are known for being difficult to grow, but when they do, they bloom into astonishing beauty.
They are also a popular gift for moms on special occasions, which is fitting since Jolie takes pride and joy in her six beautiful children. Of all her accomplishments, she considers motherhood to be the most precious to her heart.
It’s rarely splashed across headlines, but Kim Kardashian has a surprising taste for flowers. The mega-famous reality star is known to enjoy floral fragrances, specifically that of jasmines and gardenias. In fact, she’s debuted her own line of fragrances which heavily feature their scents and in interviews, she says it’s because she mostly associates them with love and happiness.
Both jasmines and gardenias have a flashy presence with their flouncy petals and powerful aromas. Like the popular Kardashian, these flamboyant flowers have a way of turning heads and keeping the limelight on them.
” Diamonds are a girl’s best friend”, croons Marilyn Monroe in the 1953 smash hit film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. But in her personal life, the blonde bombshell actually indulged in down-to-earth pleasures, such as tending to plants and being surrounded by flowers. She was said to treasure delphiniums and white roses in particular.
Delphiniums not only take people’s breath away with their dense blooms and rich hues, but they signify deep thoughts and feelings– which can also be said of Monroe, an enticing stunner with hidden depths. These flowers express openness to new things, striving for success, and prevailing in troubled times, all of which Monroe manifested both in her movie roles and private life.
In 2008, Lisa Marie Presley, Michael Jackson’s ex-wife, asked fans to bring a “sun shower” to the King of Pop’s burial site. She had paid him a visit and observed that there weren’t a lot of bouquets and presents for the late singer, so she implored fans to give him the flowers that never failed to make him happy: sunflowers. Fans instantly took action and soon enough, his resting place was packed with thousands of flowers!
Sunflowers represent positivity, joy, and warmth. Their pleasantly bright look can make even the heaviest hearts feel light and full of good cheer, including Jackson’s. In fact, Presley said he called them “happy flowers”, because they always looked so joyful to him. Like the King of Pop and his heartwarming songs, sunflowers serve as a reminder that even when we face dark days, the sun will rise again tomorrow.
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Denise Milani's Bathroom Video is four and a half minutes long and 118Mb. It was shot in High-Definition at 1280x720. Trust me, her boobs look great in high resolution!
Throughout the video she is prancing around in a sexy little piece of red lingerie made of satin and lace. She actually has a pretty hard time keeping those big boobs contained - she frequently has to adjust the postion of the nightgown and pull her straps up. At one point the gown shifts and Denice is forced to grab her boobs to keep from accidentally flashing her fans.
She looks great posing in front of the mirror and her boobs tend to jiggle and sway as she vigorously brushes her teeth and messes with her hair. She teases us by slowly pulling the nightgown up and exposing her ass. She happens to be wearing a sexy red g-string to match her outfit! It's tantalizing to see the thin strip of cloth disappearing into the crack of her ass.
In some of the comments she posted on her website, Denise says she slipped out of the gown and into a hot bath. Apparently they edited out the footage of her caressing her body with bathsoap and oil, but she has promised some HD photos of her being naughty in the tub!


Thursday, June 8, 2017
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Wood Library and Museum and the South Windsor Historical Society welcome Natalie Belanger, Museum Educator at the Connecticut Historical Society, to present a program KATHARINE HEPBURN: FROM HARTFORD TO HOLLYWOOD at The Wood.
With a stage and film career that spanned six decades, Katharine Hepburn is an American icon. Born and raised in Connecticut, Hepburn had a career in stage, film and television that reflected the changing role of women in broader society. Challenging the norms of the day, she took control of her image and identity by establishing a unique sense of style which influenced countless women, fashion designers, and the informal, elegant approach to American style that continues to resonate today. The story of her life-long ties to Connecticut offers a complete picture of how Hepburn became the woman and the star she was. This presentation will link her career and legacy to her roots in Connecticut to ask how she achieved her truly extraordinary legacy.
This program is open to the public. Registration is not necessary.
Suggested donation is $3.00 for members of the South Windsor Historical Society and Wood Memorial Library or $5.00 for the general public. Refreshments will be served. The Wood is located at 783 Main Street in South Windsor, CT.


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Charlie Adler is one of the industry's most sought after Dialogue Directors and Voice Actors for animation. In 2007 he lent his voice to the character of Starscream in Michael Bay's live-action hit, "Tranformers," and reprises the role in "Revenge of the Fallen." He has Dialogue Directed all the Klasky Csupo franchised series and feature films, "Rugrats", "The Wild Thornberry's", "Rocket Power" and "All Grown Up". As a Voice Actor, Adler has appeared as series regular in over 100 animated series often playing opposite himself in multiple roles such as Cow, Chicken and the Red Guy in the Emmy Nominated Cow and Chicken. Adler is at the undisputed top of the world of voice for animation.
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The “Taylor Swift Travis Kelce – The Eras Tour” T-shirt is a design that celebrates a hypothetical collaboration between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, incorporating elements from both their careers and showcasing their connection.
1. “Taylor Swift Travis Kelce – The Eras Tour” Design: The front of the T-shirt prominently displays the phrase “Taylor Swift Travis Kelce – The Eras Tour.” This statement suggests a joint concert or tour featuring both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, combining their respective talents and fan bases into a unique and exciting event.
2. Incorporation of Eras and Themes: The design may incorporate elements from Taylor Swift’s various eras, such as album titles, symbols, or visual aesthetics associated with her music. It may also include references to Travis Kelce’s career, such as his jersey number or the Kansas City Chiefs’ logo. This design choice highlights their individual identities while showcasing their collaborative spirit.
3. High-Quality Materials: The T-shirt is typically made from high-quality materials to ensure comfort and durability. The fabric is soft, breathable, and designed for everyday wear, allowing fans to proudly display their support for both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in style.
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The “Taylor Swift Travis Kelce – The Eras Tour” T-shirt is a design that celebrates the connection between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce by imagining a collaborative event that combines their talents and fan bases. By wearing this shirt, fans can proudly showcase their support for both individuals and express their excitement for the possibility of a joint concert or tour.


The Legacy of Muhammad Ali: Remembering the Greatest of All Time
Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, is widely considered one of the greatest boxers of all time. But his impact goes far beyond his sports career. Muhammad Ali was a social and cultural icon, inspiring generations with his charisma, courage, and convictions.
Ali’s boxing prowess was evident from an early age. He won his first professional fight in 1960 at the age of 18 and went on to achieve numerous victories throughout his career. His agile footwork, lightning-fast hands, and swift movements inside the ring made him a force to be reckoned with. With 56 wins, 37 knockouts, and only 5 losses, Ali’s record speaks for itself.
However, it was not just his sporting achievements that made Muhammad Ali stand out. He was a man of principles, unafraid to openly express his beliefs, even when they were controversial. In 1964, he converted to Islam, joining the Nation of Islam and changing his name to Muhammad Ali. This decision had a profound impact on his life and career, as he became a voice for social justice, civil rights, and religious freedom.
During the Vietnam War, Ali famously refused to be drafted into the military, citing his religious and moral objections to the war. This decision led to his suspension from boxing and the loss of his heavyweight title. However, it also solidified his position as a powerful advocate for his beliefs. Ali famously stated, “I ain’t got no quarrel with them Viet Cong… No Viet Cong ever called me n****r.” His courage and conviction inspired many, and his fight against racial injustice became an integral part of his legacy.
Ali’s battles were not confined to the ring or the political sphere. A humanitarian at heart, he used his fame and resources to make a positive difference in the world. He was involved in various charitable endeavors and was appointed a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 1998. Ali tirelessly worked towards promoting peace, understanding, and equality, championing causes such as hunger relief and Parkinson’s disease research.
While Ali’s athleticism and activism greatly impacted the world, his larger-than-life personality and quotable wit also made him an entertainment icon. His vivid and poetic trash-talking was unparalleled. Who can forget his memorable phrases such as “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” or “I’m so fast that last night I turned off the light switch in my hotel room and was in bed before the room was dark”?
Ali’s character was a blend of confidence, self-expression, and charisma. He had an ability to captivate audiences with his infectious energy and charm, mesmerizing both boxing fans and non-fans alike. He understood the power of his position as a public figure and used it to inspire others, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture.
Muhammad Ali left us on June 3, 2016, but his legacy lives on. His impact on sports, society, and the world at large is immeasurable. He was not just a great boxer; he was a man who stood up for what he believed in, fought for justice, and used his platform to make a difference. He embodied resilience, courage, and grace, proving that being the greatest is about more than just athletic achievements.
Today, as we look back on the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali, we remember him not just as a skilled fighter, but as a symbol of inspiration and empowerment. He taught us to dream big, to stand up for our beliefs, and to fight against injustice. His words and actions continue to resonate with new generations, reminding us of the power of determination and the impact one person can have.
The legacy of Muhammad Ali remains etched in the annals of history, reminding us that true greatness is not solely measured by wins or titles, but by the positive impact one has on the world. As we remember the Greatest of All Time, let us strive to embody his spirit of resilience, fearlessness, and compassion, ensuring that his legacy lives on for generations to come.


A Brief Introduction
Edwige, (pronounced as Edueezh) , one of the most original and inspired artists currently on the acoustic circuit has just released her fourth album “The Fourth Angel”.
A singer/songwriter, she is very highly spoken of not only for the quality of her songs but also for the uniqueness and beauty of her voice; whether soaring in the higher octaves, or gently flowing in the lower ranges , Edwige cannot fail to give goose bumps.
Inimitable, incomparable and exhilarating, she will lift your spirits.
The new album The Fourth Angel is out NOW
Find out more about this groundbreaking album in the discography section of this website, including audio samples and lyrics.
The latest album by the critically acclaimed artist, Edwige is available now.
This is the fourth album from the endless talents of Edwige. She will be performing various gigs to promote the release. Check the tour dates here.


Facial Hair in the News (November 2009)22 November 2009
Yesterday Visanthe Shiancoe of the Minnesota Vikings chalked up the extension of coach Brad Childress’s contract to his new beard. And his leadership skills in producing an 8-1 record thus far, of course.
In an attempt to comfort readers of Us Magazine worried about Brad Pitt, Dr. Alan Peterkin assured them that Pitt’s beard is simply a developmental issue that will resolve itself. “Most men growing facial hair around his age are being ironic. It’s a bit of a wink of the eye; ‘I’m not taking this too seriously and nor should you.'”
In an unrelated development, glittery pop starlet Mariah Carey has played a frumpy social worker in the upcoming move, Precious. “I had to lose all vanity,’’ Carey said. “I had to change my demeanor, my inside, layers of who I am, to become that woman.’’ Most shocking of all was her willingness to sport a mini moustache, which some working on the set claimed was genuine. Carey has vehemently denied the accusation, as has her lawyer.


Yanni – Nightingale
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Yanni’s grandiose keyboard style is both accessible and exciting, two elements that have led to his success in the realm of adult alternative radio. His explosive, pop-influenced instrumentals and romantic pianistic ballads have also made him a popular touring and recording artist for the Private Music label. In addition to his original television, commercial, and film scores, Yanni’s music has been used extensively on programs like Wide World of Sports and coverage of the Olympic games. This aspect of his career seems especially appropriate when you consider that he achieved early success not as a musician, but as a member of the Greek national swimming team.
Yanni – One Man´s Dream


Cher Savery was lured to London from Oxford by its compelling energy and unparalleled breadth of opportunity. She quickly became a vital member of Vidal Sassoon’s International Editorial and Education Teams and was introduced to the world of session work.
As well as continuing her work as a session stylist, Cher is also an Editorial Creative Director at the prestigious Aveda/Estée Lauder. Cher has collaborated with the Aveda Education Team where she’s been imbuing the next generation of hair stylists (through international seminars and demonstrations) in the UK and beyond with her individuality and progressive vision.
Cher’s work is both conceptually cool and creatively refreshing. Culturally and artistically relevant publications have caught on to Cher’s unfettered approach, utilising her talents to create hard-hitting and imaginative compositions and stories. British and US Vogue, Dazed & Confused, Glamour, Numero China, Elle, Harpers Bazaar and Interview Magazine are some of the many magazines that Cher has worked with.
Cher’s dexterous creations also extend to the realms of advertising including clients such as Burberry, Selfridges, Reiss, Vivienne Westwood, Tom Ford, Max Factor, All Saints and Triumph. Additionally Tom Ford’s successful launch of its ‘White Patchouli’ fragrance at Selfridges was led by Cher and her team.
During the award and red-carpet seasons Cher styles hair for various talents and celebrities such as Bianca Jagger, Roisin Murphy, Sophia Vergara, Carey Mulligan, Hailee Steinfeld, Christina Hendricks, Rufus Wainwright, Naomi Campbell and Jennifer Lopez.


Phlowetry – Gloria
Phlow is a Lagos,Nigeria based emcee who started penning rhymes as an outlet of expression. She later started recording her demos in her closet to prevent her parents from discovering her newly found hobby.
After obtaining a degree in computer-science Phlow moved back to Lagos and by happen-stance met Str8buttah founder/producer Teck-Zilla at a show via a mutual friend. Both then developed a mutual working chemistry which led to the recording of her debut EP.
Presently she has 2 EPs to her credit, “Mind,Body & Phlow” and “Asuai: A Mini EP”, a handful of singles “Phlowetic Justice”, “Love It or Not” and was featured on top music sites such as TheSource.com, HipHopDX, 2Dopeboyz,Egotripland, Elle magazine(France) amongst others.
She is currently preparing a new wave of songs while working with different producers from around the globe as she positions herself to be a force to be reckoned with in Hip-Hop at home and abroad.
Phlow kicks off 2019 with a 6 track EP that embodies her growth and experiences in life and the music industry. The EP takes a more melody-driven approach as she dabbles into singing at certain parts while the vocal talents of singers Maka, Khandie, and Scarlet shine through on the respective songs they were on. Phlow holds her own as the main figure on all the tracks with the exception of the intro which has Vitamin Cea on it.


Porno sivustot treffit suomi24 fThis video was recorded on a tripod camera mostly in the night vision but some scenes are in normal mode. Never been more jealous of Ted! The Paris Hilton sex tape remains one of the biggest online scandals of the modern day Internet.
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She's begging to suck on the thai hieronta kemi hyvännäköinen mies real thing! Her thai hieronta kemi hyvännäköinen mies award-winning blow job she enthusiastically gives to Salomon, is just as fantastic. The two went all out, filming iso tissi satu lappi nykyään themselves both at night and during the day. Paris giving a thai hieronta kemi hyvännäköinen mies fantastic blowjob in the tape! Paris Whitney Hilton was born in the year 1981 somewhere in the luxurious areas of New York City. Kim Kardashian swallows, also, after the videos release Rick sued her for defamation but thai hieronta kemi hyvännäköinen mies got counter sued and the poor bastard had to pay 400,000 in settlement. She was born with a silver spoon and dreamt of becoming a singer or an actress. She's one of those lucky few that are famous for being famous. It's an old one it's up there with Pamela Anderson when it comes to the original sex tape queens, but it hasn't lost its luster.


Not entirely relevant to my topic but hilarious none the less.
from SMH May 3, 2007
Family feud can’t bruise the new, abtastic Britney
May 3 2007
BRITNEY’S SPEARS’S “people” must be among the busiest “people” in the world.
They put out more public relations grassfires than the Rural Fire Service in January and they are constantly confiscating her drinks and children (often she has one in each hand). Now they are forced to manage the fallout of an ugly intra-family war that makes Joan Crawford’s brood look like the Waltons.
According to this week’s gossip mags, the pop star has been disowned by her family, although Britney herself would only be aware of this if she reads the New York Post, to whom her mother and father released a statement admonishing their daughter. They say she is out of control, a bad mother to her two young sons.
To be sure, such Britney slander is hard to countenance, and would be impossible to believe were it not for Woman’s Day, which gives us a sort of Britney timeline in pictures. It confirms she has not been seen with her children since February 13, and that Britney’s dress sense has not been improved since her stint in rehab. (Mind you, who says you need trousers to stay sober?)
Britney’s riposte comes, rightfully, in OK!, which seems to have entirely reprinted a press release supplied by her “people”. The mag says that “Britney is back to her fighting weight” and is “taking control” after months of uncertainty. The mag even alleges Britters is looking “abtastic”, which is an adjective that could probably have gone without being invented.
OK!‘s services to journalism do not end there. Next comes an interview and photo shoot with David Beckham. Becks has been the subject of a stream of negative articles since he announced he was leaving Europe to play for a Los Angeles football team.
The knockers say that going to the US to play soccer is rather like going to Germany to salsa dance, and that Becks is only doing it for the outlandishly huge amounts of money. That is not all.
There have also been stories about the fragility of his marriage to dear Victoria, who fears calories the way the most of us fear death or dark cellars. It has even been whispered that they sleep in separate beds.
Enter OK! to counter the bad press in a long and saliva-soaked article that hails David as “everything we want in a hero – he’s one of the world’s greatest sportsmen, has looks, style and charisma in spades, and he’s a doting husband and dad”. He is also labelled a “hair oracle”, which is presumably meant as a compliment.
The magazine talks mostly about his hair, but does find time to devote a few sentences to his football career – assuring readers that “although [Beckham’s Los Angeles move] is probably the biggest deal a footballer has ever signed, David is at pains to stress cash isn’t his motivation”.
The hair oracle just wants to make a difference, to spread the gift of soccer to the hitherto soccer-deprived population of Los Angeles. He is like the Angelina Jolie of ball sports. But with better hair.
Also in the mag is an interview with Mel B, aka Scary Spice, who had been largely ignored by the world until she was impregnated by the comedian Eddie Murphy. He then dumped her during a television interview and expressed scepticism over the paternity of the baby. It’s basically your Liz Hurley/Steve Bing plotline redux.
Scary Spice has now had the baby, a girl, and the obligatory gushing photo shoot has been duly shot, although this time with a “Dear God, I hope the father of my poor bastard-child sees this and gives me a chunk of his sizeable fortune”-twist.
As a form of passive-aggressive gossip-mag communication, it is both bold and beautiful. Britney’s people should take note.


PETA once did this guerrilla promotion to advocate the significance of animal rights.
The promotion may look unfriendly but PETA was apparently trying their best to blatantly present their stand when it comes to animal killings.
What inspired me to post this is the meaty story regarding Lady Gaga's outfit during the recently concluded MTV VMA.
Lady Gaga's outfit no longer surprised me since she never fails to flaunt her peculiar style in her music videos while wearing chain tops and cigarette-decorated aviators or tapes. She is not even afraid to pull off her theatrical appetite for gore or her taste for some controversial parodies. Nevertheless, Gaga has obviously offended a group that is very active in their campaigns against fur and leather usage. Advertising the none usage of any product that harms animals, PETA is against socially accepted practices such as meat and dairy consumption, fishing, hunting, circuses and bull fights.
However, Gaga explained that her attire was actually a political statement and so it doesn't mean to offend the vegans who support animal rights.
To date, this is not the first time that an organization retorted against her eccentric artistry. Just three months ago, the Catholic League frowned upon her controversial Alejandro music video and she was dubbed as a "Madonna copy-cat" who is now the "new poster girl for American decadence and Catholic bashing".
Lady Gaga may actually be the poster girl for everything too much but obviously, she has her own stand regarding the imageries she uses as an artist, because she has her own interpretations of the symbols and antics she utilizes to raise issues. She is practically a performer who doesn't seem to care on what others may think about her "show", because she plays for those who understands the language she speaks.
Thing is, she is still a public figure. She may be playing for her desired target audience but today's kids have accessed on multimedia platforms where they can see icons who have a great effect on shaping their views. Besides, the attacks against her increases her popularity and so we can't help not to learn about the controversies and stories.
Meanwhile, PETA had already released a statement regarding Gaga's meaty fashion statement during the renowned awards night. Click HERE to read.
No wonder, PETA stands against what Gaga pulled up. Remember, they didn't even missed the incident when President Barack Oabama's killed a fly during an interview. So, what more with a body clad in a dead cow's meat?
I just wonder, did Lady Gaga's attire served as the fulfillment of the meat-undies ensemble she wore when she was on the cover page of Vogue Nippon?


Dazzling businesswoman Melissa Jacobs slips out of her pumps, then
her jacket as she begins a parade of beautiful barefoot strippers that
continues with Ashley Raines, Andie Valentino, Franchezka Valentina,
Haley Michaels, Angie Savage and Karina Kay! In a unique finale,
Franchezka returns to initiate exquisite newcomer Simone into the
sensual delights of naked toes and soles!


Don’t ask why, but I just had the thought that Hannibal would probably have super satisfied girlfriends…because he’ll eat it raw! Hardy har har.
Why is the fitness/weight loss community not freaking out over Nicole Polizzi (Snookie)? Look at her. She’s lost well over 40 pounds and is happily gaining muscles and promoting a healthy image and a healthy lifestyle. ALL of these fitness photos of her are from AFTER she had her baby and oooohhh she’s looking fine. Definitely an inspiration to me.
Snookie gettin it


Well this was an interesting bit of news to carry us through our Tuesday…
Apparently Kat Von D, makeup guru and tattoo artist I used to love watching on Miami Ink, has very publicly cut her ties with Jeffree Star, stating that she can’t continue the friendship due to Jeffree’s behavior, which apparently includes ” promoting drug use, racism, and bullying” which are pretty lofty accusations. You can see her Facebook post here and her video elaborating here.
Personally, I don’t have much else to say about this situation since I don’t follow either of them very closely. I’ve never used any of Jeffree Star’s makeup but Kat Von D’s tattoo liner is seriously my new holy grail liquid liner of ALL TIME. However, nothing juicy ever seems to happen in the makeup world that I am aware of (so that’s not saying much) and I am nothing if not a stickler for the opportunity to use a popcorn eating gif.
We’ll see how this unfolds! In the meantime, I’d like to wish a very happy 26th birthday to Arachnophobia, the movie that’s been fueling my nightmares for most of my life. Love ya, girl!


Created by Bojana Novakovic
Devised by Bojana Novakovic and Mark Winter
with Thomas Henning and Tanya Goldberg
Produced by Andrew Carlberg
Directed by Scott Rodgers (USA/ Edinburgh)
Performed by Bojana Novakovic and a different performer each night.
With Margaux Susi (USA/ Edinburgh)
Previous Incarnations have included:
Direction by Tanya Goldberg (Sydney / Brisbane/ USA, New Zealand)
and Mark Winter (Melbourne/ USA)
Performed by Natalie Medlock (New Zealand)
With and Lucy Moir (AUS) as the Karaoke Queen
Creator and Performer
Bojana Novakovic will next be seen in INSTINCT on CBS opposite Alan Cumming. Recently Bojana starred in a recurring arc on Showtime series SHAMELESS. She had been seen in HBO's WESTWORLD and also as the female lead in the feature film BEYOND SKYLINE opposite Frank Grillo.
Bojana was the recipient of an Australian Academy Award in 2004 for her role in the mini series Marking Time, and has been nominated for AFI and Australian Critics Choice awards. Bojana stars in the feature THE HALLOW directed by Corin Hardy, which had it's debut at Sundance in January 2015 and won the Empire award for Best Horror. She was a series regular opposite Greg Kinnear in the Fox series RAKE, and was also the lead in the ABC/Mark Gordon pilot AGATHA. Additional credits include the hilarious Australian comedy THE LITTHE DEATH, GENERATION UM opposite Keanu Reeves, BURNING MAN opposite Matthew Goode, DEVIL for Universal, DRAG ME TO HELL for Universal and EDGE OF DARKNESS for Warner Bros.
In between projects, she stars in THE BLIND DATE PROJECT, which she created. The show has had runs in Sydney, Melbourne, LA, NYC and Edinburgh. She was trained at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts in Australia and has had starring roles in all of Australia’s major theatre companies including The Sydney Theatre Company, Melbourne Theatre Company, Malthouse Theatre and the Bell Shakespeare Company. She also ran her own independent theatre company Ride On Theatre from 2003 to 2013 for which she wrote, directed and starred in numerous productions and earned numerous theatre award nominations. Bojana currently lives and works in Los Angeles.
Margaux Susi was born & raised in Miami, FL & is a proud Cubana. Classically trained with a BFA from NYU Tisch, Margaux studied at the Stella Adler Studio & RADA in London. Margaux is a member and Associate Artistic Director of the Ovation award-winning IAMA Theatre Company in Los Angeles, where she currently resides.
Most recently, Margaux starred in IAMA's 'Species Native to California' which was met with rave reviews. You also know Margaux from the hit improv show 'The Blind Date Project' with Bojana Novakovic. Past guests include Jason Alexander, Margot Robbie, Jeremy Sisto, Pablo Schreiber, and many more. Having completed sold-out runs in New York City, Edinburgh, Cincinnati, and Williamstown. The show played in Los Angeles for over three years.
Off Broadway: Exile (Manhattan Repertory Theatre), I Stand Before You Naked. Selected Theatre: Species Native to California (IAMA Dir. Eli Gonda), 9 Circles (Dir. Alexis Jacknow, *Best Supporting Actress-Valley Theatre Awards), The Land of the Little Horses (Dir. John Gould Rubin), Decade at a Glance (Michalopoulos Studios/New Orleans). Selected TV/Film: Olaf's Frozen Adventure (Disney), Frozen (Disney), Jane Wants a Boyfriend (Copperline Creative), Charlie Murphy’s Law (Pilot), Comedienne (Copperline Creative).
Scott Rodgers is a director, actor and musician based in Los Angeles. His feature directorial debut The Dramatics (A Comedy), which he also co- wrote and stars in, is set for release in early February. The film was featured as part of the New Horizons Series in the Hollywood Film Festival, which spotlights up-and- coming directors.
Some of Scott's acting credits include The Master, Key n Peele, and Reno 911!, among many others. Much of his time working at the Upright Citizens Brigade theater in Los Angeles, where he has been writing and performing for over 6 years. Scott stepped in as the first American director of The Blind Date Project in early spring 2014.
Named by Variety alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Mindy Kaling and Andy Samberg as one of “Hollywoodʼs New Leaders,” Andrew Carlberg is an award-winning feature film, television, new media, Broadway and Los Angeles stage producer.
Andrew is currently producing the critically-acclaimed, sold-out run West Coast Premiere of The Boy From Oz at Celebration Theatre, and just wrapped production on Sun Dogs, the feature directorial debut of Jennifer Morrison (starring Michael Angarano, Melissa Benoist, Allison Janney, Ed O'Neill and Xzibit).
Carlbergʼs first feature film, Some Girl(s), starring Adam Brody, Kristen Bell, Jennifer Morrison, Zoe Kazan, Mia Maestro and Emily Watson, written by Neil LaBute and directed by Daisy von Scherler Mayer, premiered in the narrative spotlight at the 2013 SXSW Film Festival and was the first narrative feature to receive a day-and-date theatrical premiere via Vimeoʼs on-demand platform. Other features include the 2015 release The Dramatics and the Official 2015 Tribeca Selection Dirty Weekend. Carlberg produced the festival-favorite short films Warning Labels, Double or Nothing and After-School Special.
In television, Carlberg co-executive produced the limited series Full Circle, and executive produced the short film series Ten x Ten, both by Neil LaBute for DirecTV, and was the Creative Executive to the Executive Producer of ABCʼs Castle, where he began his television career working on the hit series from development through its first four and a half seasons.
Carlbergʼs extensive theater credits include the 2014 Broadway revival of Side Show (directed by Bill Condon), the 2013 Broadway revival of Romeo and Juliet (starring Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad), the Ovation Award-winning intimate theater premiere of The Color Purple: The Musical for Celebration Theatre and the cult hit, improv-based show The Blind Date Project.
Andrew is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, an alum of Film Independent’s Fast Track Producing Fellowship and New York’s Independent Filmmaker Project, and and an event producer for the I Have a Dream Foundation and National Breast Cancer Coalition.


Muzomkhulu Ndlovu is a highly gifted singer, dancer and composer. He was raised in a musical family, so music and dance have always been great passions of his. Muzomkhulu started singing at the age of eight in church and at school. He began performing professionally in 1991 with the group Imbizo, which toured in countries across Africa, Europe and America. He has performed at various theatres and festivals like Glastonbury, WOMAD, the Eden Project, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Edinburgh International Festival of the Arts, Shetland Festival, Sidmouth Festival and many more. Muzomkhulu looks forward to seeing the rest of the world and building relationships with people from all walks of life.


Aamir Khan was seen with a DVD set of his TV show Satyamev Jayate while he was speaking to Modi at the PMO
Aamir Khan had last week said he had "great expectations" from Modi and asked people to cooperate with the prime minister.
"Modi Saheb has talked of benefiting people, especially the poor and bringing happiness to their lives. We should be cooperative with him so that he achieves his goal," he had said in Bhopal on June 16.
"People and I have great expectation from Modi Saheb," he said.
Its known that bollywood was divided into two parts pro and against modi, during the Narendra Modi campaign.


Songwriter Mutt Cooper shares some of his original music.
Mutt Cooper was born in Georgia and raised in Alabama, and has always lived on the line between the two. Mutt earned the nickname “Mutt” by having an older brother being named Jeff. (mutt & jeff) He began playing guitar at age ten. He played
Check out their other original songs here!
Columbus' very own GiZRoK performs a beautiful song, "Confess"!
Longtime friend of the store David Tyler stops by and plays some wonderfully raw acoustic tunes!
One of the most exciting upcoming groups in the Chattahoochee Valley!
Check out the other songs on our YouTube Page!


Below is the translation of the following article:
Actor Tsuyoshi Kusanagi (age 46) got married on the 30th. He himself submitted the marriage certificate and made a press release through his office.
His partner, according to his acquaintances, is a lady in the late 30s. They were going out for a couple of years. She is not pregnant. Tsuyoshi worded his aspirations saying that he will continue his job going forward, doing his best to gain everyone’s support. No plans to hold a wedding reception.
As for his partner, his acquaintance says she was born in Tokyo and is an attractive slender beauty with long hair. She is not from an entertainment industry, but they have common hobbies surrounding American casual fashions.
They have already greeted their parents in Saitama. They had prepared well for marriage, having bought a mansion as big as 660 square meters (estimated to cost 2 billion yen), in the metropolitan lux residential area.
The day they got married was also a 4-y-o birth date for Kusanagi’s French Bulldog, Kurumi. Kurumi had given birth to 3 puppies on March 27th. Kusanagi was, while talking about his COVID-19 stay home period, said that it was fulfilling although he could not go outside, perhaps the presence of his wife-to-be and Kurumi being his big support. On his Youtube channel, Kusanagi had said the condition of his partner to be someone who “would get along with Kurumi”.
He is the third person among the Ex-SMAP members which dissolved at the end of 2016, after motor racer Katsuyuki Mori (age 46) and Takuya Kimura (age 48). On January 1st of 2021, his will be making his live appearance at the 7.2 Atarashii Betsu no Mado – New Year Special, which is a regular program aired on ABEMA. We expect to see him in full happiness.


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Kyleen uses She/Her pronouns. Kyleen McHenry, the owner of Ky's Korner Productions, LLC, is an actress, author, dancer, and model. She has been in a few short films she has made through Vidjam, a Pennsylvania film group, through Bloomsburg University, where she attends college, and through other networks. She streams using the name Nami on the game series Nami Nation, and hosts on Showverse, a web series on KKP's YouTube channel.
You can find Kyleen on her website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Pinterest, YouTube, and Twitch.
Trophy Hunter Series
Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age


I knew this parting wouldn’t go well….after all, the Emmys and I have been together for decades.
I love nasty…but only when it’s funny, and Jimmy’s attempts fell with a thud into the laps of a disinterested audience.
Even his attempt to skewer Donald Trump by pushing a bit with with Mark Burnett didn’t work as he blamed the smiling super-producer of shows like "Survivor" and "The Celebrity Apprentice" for unleashing The Donald upon an unsuspecting America. Thud.
As the cameras searched for an animated soul among the congealing audience, one could espy John Travolta, with yet another incarnation of hair sutured to his scalp and his beard, er, I mean wife Kelly Preston, both of whom looked bored as hell. Maybe they actually all were hungry as Jimmy later proposed, so he handed out peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the crowd which received the biggest reaction of the evening: people chewing.
I found myself paying more attention to the antics of Tito the Cat rather than focusing on all this but perked up when Mandy Moore took the stage wearing unfortunate make-up and a lampshade from Frederick’s of Hollywood instead of a dress.
Susan Says Pick for Best Moment of the 8:30-9:00 segment: Julia Louis Dreyfus’ genuine emotion as she acknowledged the recent passing of her father during her acceptance of an Emmy for her performance in “Veep.”
Soon, the hilarious but slightly scary Leslie Jones missed the comedic mark with her usual brash shtick and Kerry Washington also missed something---the hair stylist’s chair as she presented an Emmy with Scandal’s President Fitzgerald Grant, who seems like a viable alternative for the oval office in view of our actual choices.
Sarah Paulson’s new eyebrows gave me a good fright but I pardoned her when she used the word “alchemy” in her acceptance speech.
|Daenarys' is Seth's freebie.|


Biography of an American from Paris
A favorite from the Art Institute of Chicago to the Musée de Montmartre in Paris, actor/singer CLAUDIA HOMMEL is best known for her cabaret concerts of French and American songs celebrating Paris. Not limited to the role of French chanteuse, "Claudia Hommel is a gifted and uniquely versatile artist, with a wide range of roles demanding deep emotional commitment or zany satirical high-jinks and everything in between," writes her mentor, actor and director Alvin Epstein. Claudia's repertoire encompasses French chanson, American standards, 19th and 20th century art songs and theatre music. Her clear and beautiful voice, ranging from lyrical to gutsy, adds to her considerable appeal.
Born in Paris and raised in Detroit, trained extensively in New York City where she lived for 8 years, and now calling Chicago home, Claudia leads an active career as a theatrical singer in clubs, recital halls, museums, libraries and theatres from New York City to California. Described as a "bit of Audrey Hepburn, with something of Ginger Rogers, Leslie Caron, Maurice Chevalier and... Air Jordan," Claudia "will make you want to dance along the Seine."
In association with members of the American Association of Teachers of French, Claudia tours her Parisian cabaret programs as artist-in-residence to secondary schools and colleges across the continent. Her academic background in history and archives infuses her school residencies, workshops and master classes with revelations of social and cultural history and criticism.
A member of the Actors Equity Association, Claudia appeared as Young Nadya in Joshua Sobol's Adam, Guenevere in Camelot, Elvira in Blithe Spirit, Artie in Lee Blessing's Eleemosynary, and Hermia in A Midsummer Night's Dream. She is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. She often shares the stage with other members of the Chicago Cabaret Professionals, which she co-founded in 1998.
The Maison Clobert label features Claudia's recordings of Parisian cabaret concerts: Paris/Paree, Paris in the Jazz Age, and Romance Language: French songs for lovers (featuring the legendary jazz violinist Johnny Frigo), and the classical-jazz crossover album The Jazz Fauré Project: au bord de l'eau.


While you were probably spending this Sunday night studying, I threw my thesis out the window and cozied up to the T.V. with a plate of greasy Chinese food to glamorously celebrate the year in film with a three and half hour marathon known as—The Oscars. So, here’s my cheat sheet as I break down the ten biggest lessons I “learned” from watching the 86th annual Academy Awards.
10. You don’t need college: Wish I learned this gem four years ago. Ellen started off the show with an effortlessly funny monologue where, in her trademark quirky way, she managed to dish out some solid jokes, classing up the show after last year’s mixed reviews (how can anyone forget Seth McFarland’s boob song). Ellen kept it light and easy, teasing a clumsy Jennifer Lawrence, calling an unhappy Liza Minnelli a man, complementing a wispy-haired Jared Leto, and making sure Jonah Hill keeps it in his pants. She also dropped some very insightful knowledge, quipping that between all the nominees, they’ve made over 1400 films and gone to a total of 6 years of college. Moral of the story—if you want to become a successful, respected, awarded millionaire, drop out of school and run to Hollywood, kids.
9. I don’t watch nearly as many movies as I thought: Jared Leto took home the night’s first trophy for his work in Dallas Buyer’s Club, giving a meaningful tribute to victims of the AIDS epidemic and also graciously thanking his mother in one of his best speeches this awards season. Afterwards, the bulk of the first part of the show went to awarding many lesser known, but equally well-made documentaries, shorts and animated films. With that said, I haven’t seen any of them. So, moving right along to other pressing Oscar moments . . .
8. Pharrell and his hat are still a thing: Both Pharrell and his now signature Arby’s hat made an appearance, performing his Oscar nominated song “Happy” for the movie Despicable Me 2. Many other notable performances were made including Bette Midler singing the “In Memoriam” tribute, Pink doing a flawless cover of “Over the Rainbow,” and (my personal favorite) Karen O and Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend singing the hauntingly mellow “Moon Song” from the soundtrack of Her. Oh, yeah, and Bono was also there, performing with U2, but both he and Pharrell lost the gold to Frozen’s “Let it Go,” sung by Idina Menzel who gracefully took the stage after John Travolta gracelessly butchered her name.
7. Your dreams are valid: The night was defined most notably by its heartfelt speeches given by many deserving winners. Lupita Nyong’o tops that list, stealing the show and the Oscar for her gut-wrenching portrayal of cotton picker Patsy in Steve McQueen’s 12 Years a Slave. Lupita gave us another sincere and humbling speech, dedicating her award to the spirit of her character: “It doesn’t escape me for one moment that so much joy in my life is thanks to so much pain in someone else’s.” The Yale trained actress also thanked her school, reminding us that there is a plus to going to college and getting an education. But then again, it’s Yale, so hold on to that grain of salt.
6. Twitter can break: Ellen’s hosting skills were on full display over the course of the night, as she panhandled with Pharrell’s hat, dished out pizza to hungry stars, and even crammed a bunch of famous faces in a selfie that then exploded twitter. It’s safe to say that Ellen herself is amongst the winners this year, and if you haven’t seen the infamous selfie yet, get out from under your rock.
5. Don’t forget to thank Sandy: Gravity raked in the awards, taking home seven gold statues, including best score, cinematography, and director. A bright-eyed and ever-so radiant Sandra Bullock perfected the smile and nod, as each winner took turns bombarding her with thanks for her over the moon, down to earth, out of this world [insert more space puns here] performance. She was the face of that movie and brought it to life, and even though the Academy didn’t award her, it’s good to know she wasn’t lacking in praise.
4. The best movies contain something called a “Hero”: Have to mention it, but the theme of this year’s show was “heroes,” which essentially paid tribute to any movie that contains a protagonist. Basically, the Academy took shots from almost any movie ever made (or any movie they’ve ever given an award to) and stitched the clips together to make some montages. Try again next year, Academy.
3. The World is Round: Cate Blanchett continued her award season’s blitz, taking home the gold for her portrayal of the martini sipping, sweat oozing, Xanax popping homeless socialite in Woody Allen’s Blue Jasmine. In keeping up the night’s trend of incredibly crafted speeches, she took the stage with her trademark zeal, reminding us that “the world is round” and that movies that feature women are not niche—they actually, get ready to gasp, make money. (I think Sandy knows a little something about that.) It’s great to see actors using their time on the stage to start meaningful conversations about contemporary problems in society. Who would have thought a glitzy Hollywood bash would actually get me thinking about issues regarding sexuality, race, and women???
2. Never Meet your Hero: The gratitude-ridden night was overflowing with sincerity as a teary-eyed Matthew McConaughey delivered one of the night’s best speeches. To round out this “heroic” awards show, he shared a story from his childhood, relating that when asked who his hero was as a boy, he would say himself ten-years from now. Always having his future self to look up to gave him the motivation to never stop working, never settle, and constantly push himself to be a better man. Those are some words to live by.
1. “Best” is a very descriptive word: Steve McQueen was literally jumping for joy as 12 Years a Slave took home the night’s top honor, beating Gravity and sending American Hustle home empty handed. It was a tight race, with many excellent films vying for the top spot, but in the end, a very important, masterful, heartbreaking and beautiful film deservedly won. If that’s not enough motivation to get you jumping out of your seats, consider this—we now live in an era where Brad Pitt has an Oscar. Kudos, sir.
Grade: “A” (Thanks galore, a night of appreciation, laughs, and oh so many sparkles brings award season to a shimmering finale.)
Michael Cummings is a senior in the English and Creative Writing Departments.


Friday 22nd January
What better way to kick start the launch of our speakers blog than to review the 2015 highlights?
2015 was an exciting and successful year for Kru’s Speaker Division – high demand saw the successful delivery of a great number of bookings including celebrity appearances, key note & motivational presentations, vlogger and blogger bookings as well as some fantastic hosts.
We kicked off the year by securing Lauren Goodger (Towie) for the launch of Asda’s in store 3D Scanning Booths. Already well known for her 2D selfies, her personal appearance saw hundreds of fans eager to have their 3D selfie with the star!
For the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice Ladies lunch, Kru Talent couldn’t think of a better host than veteran comedienne Jenny Éclair who had the ladies roaring with laughter!
2015’s annual Shots Awards which is the leading advertising / creative industry event, partnered with Kru Talent to provide the uber hip (and side splittingly funny) Radio One DJ Gemma Cairney as their host for the evening. Her comical stage presence, ensured that the evening was one which the attendees are unlikely to forget in a hurry! We are very much looking forward to contributing again in this year.
Reminiscing another highlight – the annual Dogs Trust Gala, where reality TV stars, authors and universally renowned dog lovers Steph and Dom made a personal appearance. The purpose of the gala was in support and recognition of the tireless efforts of The Dog’s Trust staff and volunteers around the country. Steph and Dom left attendees with beaming smiles as they regaled anecdotes of their exciting lifestyle and dog-celebrity in her own right, Gi-Gi who ended up being the star of the night!
Kru Talent is set for an even busier year ahead; we are already in discussion with some clients for Christmas 2016! Our celebrity appearances, innovation speakers, superstar DJ’s, up and coming influencers and industry specialists are all in demand, making us busy bees, just how we like it!
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MMG Foundation Awards Prominent Pan-Africanists
On Saturday 17th August 2019 The MMG Foundation hosted its annual Homecoming Gala. The event celebrated the 132nd birthday of The Rt. Honourable Marcus Mosiah Garvey and The Year of Return Ghana 2019. One of the highlights of the evening was the awarding of Individuals who had made significant contributions to the propagation of Marcus Garvey’s Pan-African ideals.
The first award was a citation for Adudu Seidu Kurabaso popularly known as (REDfyah). He is a Ghanaian singer/Songwriter whom is considered as on of the pioneers of Reggae music in the Gonja Kingdom of northern Ghana. His musical career is marked by blending elements of Reggae music with his native cultural rhythms as well as forging a smooth and distinctive vocal and singing style.
An Honorary Award was posthumously given to Minion Phillips also known as Wolete Tsion (19.10.1949-17.09.2018). Sister Minie, as she was affectionately known, was a renowned restaurateur. In 1998, as a member of the Saville African Ancestors committee she worked with the Ghanaian government to organise and accompany to Ghana the remains of an enslave African, Lady Crystal, who had been brought to Jamaica more than three hundred and sixty years ago. The remains were handed over to the Ghanaian government and buried in Assin Manso, Central Region, during the country’s first Emancipation Day Celebrations in July 1998. She was given the title of Nana Essie Boah I, Development Queen Mother of Assin Manso. Her efforts Signified the ‘Great Homecoming’ of all Africans from the Diaspora. It was her prophetic efforts that paved the way for Africans in the Diaspora to claim, ‘The Right to return’. The Award was collected by the surrogate Queen Mother, Ms Ama Mawusi .
An Honorary Award was also posthumously given to The Great Fela Anikulapo Kuti. (15.10.1938-02.08.1997). Fela Kuti was a Nigerian Mulit-Instrumentalist, musician, Composer, pioneer of Afro-Beat music genre and human rights activist. At the hight of his popularity, he was referred to as one of Africa’s most Challenging and charismatic musical performers. Since Fela’s passing in 1997, there has been a revival of his influence in music and popular culture. Culminating in another re-release of his catalogue. Fela Kuti is remembered as an influential icon who was brave enough to boldly voice his opinions on matters that affected Africans and promote pan Africanism through his music.
An Honorary Award was given to Dr Obadele Bakari Kambon. Dr Kambon completed his PhD in Linguistics at the University of Ghana in 2012, winning the prestigious vice chancellor’s award for the best PhD Thesis in the humanities. He also won the 2016 Provost’s publications award for the best article in the college of humanities. He is a senor Research fellow and head of languages, literature and drama section of the institute of African studies at the University of Ghana. Dr Kambon is currently editor-in-chief of the Ghana Journal of Linguistics as well as secretary of the African Studies Association. His website is www.obadelekambon.com. In December 2016, he became a full citizen of Ghana and was instrumental in the historic restoration of Ghanaian citizenship to thirty-four Africans of the Diaspora. In July 2017 he was enstooled as the Ban Mu Kyidomhene of Akuapem Mampong. He is married to Kala and has three children Ama , Kwaku and Akosua.
The final Honorary Award of the night went to Ahmed Abubakar popularly known as BLAKK RASTA. BLAKK RASTA is a Ghanaian renown international Reggae musician, radio presenter and lecturer of African studies, African History and world religion with enormous influence. He has released more than a dozen albums in his career to date. Blakk Rasta’s was introduced to Reggae music by Nigerian Reggae superstar Ras Kimono, who he met in 1993. He is currently introducing a new reggae sound and innovation known as KUCHOKO which is basically reggae infused with indigenous African dances, sounds and instruments.
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Mumtaz revealed that despite all wealth, comfort, family and friends, she leads a lonely life. When asked 65 years of a celebrated life. How does she look back? She replied, "No complaints. My first 26 years was a time of hard work. I was an obedient child to my parents. Whatever I earned, I gave to my parents and never asked them where it went After I got married, my husband gave me a lot of comforts.
I enjoy the life of affluence. Despite everything, why Mumtaz is lonely, she answered calmly. My children have grown up. My elder daughter Natasha is married to Fardeen Khan and lives in Mumbai. My younger daughter Tania is learning our family business from her father, so she travels a lot.
What can I do? I can't follow them around the world, can I? Mumtaz said that she does not socialize much. But I don't socialise. I rarely drink. I am not a night person.
I hate the noise and one can't converse. I go out for lunch with my friends, go for walks, watch educational channels on television and the news so I'm aware of what's going on in the world. By 11pm, I am fast asleep. Mumtaz is married to entrepreneur Mayur Madhvani at the age of 26 and left India. Events Wallpapers Movie Stills. Actresses Gallery.Though she started with small supporting roles, she later rose up the hierarchy, and worked with all the top actors of her time, in the lead roles.
She is remembered as one of the best actresses and dancers as well as a sex symbol of the 60s and 70s. She is still recognised as a diva of her times. They got divorced just one year after she was born. Mumtaz appeared as a child actress in Sone Ki Chidiya As an adult, her first role in A-grade films was that of the role of the sister of the hero in O.
Ralhan 's Gehra Daag. Although Mumtaz had a minor role, director Khosla filmed four songs with her. Shashi Kapoorwho had earlier refused to work with her in Saccha Jootha because she was a "stunt-film heroine", now wanted her to be his heroine in Chor Machaye Shor She won the Filmfare Best Actress Award for one of her favourite films Khilona inand she was "very happy that the audience accepted her in an emotional role".
Her pairing with Rajesh Khanna was the most successful in a total of 10 films. She made a comeback 13 years later with her final film Aandhiyan in Mumtaz married businessman Mayur Madhvani in Shammi Kapoor loved her and wanted to marry her too but Mumtaz was not ready to leave her filmy career at her early age as Kapoor didn't want from his wife to work in the film industry after getting married.
Dara Singh gave her the nickname 'Stunt Princess' and also agreed to be paired opposite her in B-grade movies. Rajesh Khanna also acted in many movies with her. It was also rumoured that Dharmendra had also fallen in love with her. Actually, no one was interested in accepting the role of "Chaand" for Khilona, just because she was a prostitute in the storyline.
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BombayBombay PresidencyBritish India. The Times of India. The Asian Age. Retrieved 7 March Times Internet Limited.
Hindustan Times. HT Media Limited. Times of India. An interview with Mumtaz. Retrieved 23 July Archived from the original on 7 February Maharashtra Times.Mumtajalso credited as Mumtazborn Nagma Khan is an Indian model and film actress known primarily for her work in Tamil cinema. She has also appeared in Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam and Telugu films. Rajenderand subsequently garnered popularity appearing in glamorous roles in films including Kushi and Chocolate Mumtaj completed her schooling at St.
Mary's Convent School in Mumbai. As an ardent film fan as a teenager, she revealed that her room was full of posters featuring Srideviand when the school bus used to cross Filmistan Studios, she used to crane her neck out to catch a glimpse of the artistes. Mumtaz's acting career began after she was spotted by film producer Sudhakar Bokade in a dance programme at Mount Mary School in Mumbai, when he subsequently offered to do a film with her, after he completed an ongoing project with Dilip Kumar titled Kalinga during As Kalinga faced delays, Bokade could not eventually start the film with Mumtaz, even though she had begun acting classes.
For one and a half years, Mumtaz waited for the shoot to begin, before the project was shelved following Anand's death. Rajender signed Mumtaz to play the lead role of a pop singer in his romantic drama film, Monisha En Monalisa The film took two years to make owing to production troubles and Rajender's political activity, before opening to negative reviews from critics in April Mumtaz then made an extended guest appearance in S.
Surya 's Kushiwhere she portrayed a glamorous college student alongside Vijay and Jyothika. Her performance in the song "Kattipudi Kattipudida" won her appreciation and further film offers, and as a result, Mumtaz was able to increase her appearance fee substantially.
In the early s, some of the more notable music videos shot on her included "Rasiga Rasiga" from Star"Malai Malai" from Chocolate and "Subbamma Subbamma" from Roja Kootam Despite the success of her song appearances, Mumtaz was keen to prolong her career in the film industry by selecting performance-oriented roles and subsequently announced her intentions of reducing one-song appearances. In the mids, she announced plans of a comeback in acting roles, and notably appeared in Jerry and T.
Rajender 's long-delayed Veerasamy. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Not to be confused with Mumtaz actress. MumbaiMaharashtraIndia. Archived from the original on 20 June Retrieved 10 July Archived from the original on 26 April Retrieved 16 September Retrieved 14 October Retrieved 26 February Archived from the original on 17 August Retrieved 17 November Pandiarajan 17 June Vikatan in Tamil.
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Hidden categories: All articles with dead external links Articles with dead external links from April Articles with permanently dead external links CS1 Tamil-language sources ta Use dmy dates from August Use Indian English from August All Wikipedia articles written in Indian English Articles with hCards Year of birth missing living people. Namespaces Article Talk. Views Read Edit View history.Jump to navigation. Mumtaz, the heartthrob of millions in the s and s, who turned 65, says she has no complaints from life except for loneliness.
I enjoy the life of affluence.
Mumtaz and Her Husband: How They Met and In Loved?
But I am a bit lonely," Mumtaz told the author on phone from London. Her elder daughter Natasha is married to actor Fardeen Khan and settled here, while her husband Mayur Madhvani, whom she married inand younger daughter Tanya are constantly travelling for work.
I can't follow them around the world, can I," she said, adding that she doesn't socialise. And "I rarely drink. I am not a night person. Clubs are not my scene". Sixty-five years of a celebrated life. How do you look back? No complaints. Life can't be a bed of roses. My first 26 years was a time of hard work.
I was an obedient child to my parents. Whatever I earned, I gave to my parents. Never asked them where my money went. After I got married, my husband has given me lots of comforts. But I am a bit lonely. Why are you lonely? My husband is travelling constantly. My children have grown up.
My elder daughter is married to Fardeen Khan and lives in Mumbai. My younger daughter is learning our family business from her father. She too is travelling a lot.
What do I do? I can't follow them around the world, can I? But surely you have your own life? But I don't socialise. I rarely drink. Clubs are not my scene. I hate the noise. One can't converse. I am a daytime person. I go out for lunch with my friends, then stroll for a few hours.
London is a perfect city for an afternoon walk. Then I am back home. I watch educational television and the news so I'm aware of what's going on in the world. Then by 11 I am fast asleep. Have you thought of relocating to Mumbai?All the pages. Mumtaz Mahal was a princess from the Persian nobility. She was the daughter of Abdul Hasan Asaf Khan. She was born in Agra in and met the future young Mughal emperor while he was still Prince Khurram.
The latter, falling under the spell of its beauty, was quickly engaged in It must be said that the chroniclers of the time tells us that it was a couple in perfect harmony, very much in love with one another. The wedding was celebrated in5 years later. From there began one of the greatest love story we know, the popularity of Taj Mahal requires. Although she was one of Shah Jahan 's three wives already married twice previouslyshe was his favorite.
He even gave her the name Mumtaz Mahal, which means "The jewel of the palace". Throughout her short life Mumtaz Mahal was very close to her husband.
She was his trusted companion and traveled with him throughout the Mughal Empire, which was not the case with the two other wives, Akbarabadi Mahal and Kandahari Mahal, with whom the emperor had simpler, less passionate relationships.
It is thought, moreover, that she had a great influence on political power, holding an unofficial adviser's role, and secretly enjoying the warlike fights of the Empire's combatants. In Mumtaz Mahal accompanied Shah Jahan who was fighting during a military campaign on the Deccan plateau. She did not know it would be her last trip. She died on June 17,giving birth to her 14th child, and was buried in Burhanpur at the place of her death.
But this tomb was temporary, it was what decided Shah Jahan who decided, ravaged by the sorrow, to build to his wife a mausoleum as beautiful as was his love for her. He put 22 years to this task and partially ruined the treasure of the Mughalsbut the case was up to his expectations. The Taj Mahal was born. Copyright - - Any reproduction prohibited without the authorization of the author.
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Author of the website : See credits. Mumtaz Mahal. Portrait de Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal. Visit Rates Opening time Agra Museum. All the monuments. All the landmarks.Her mother, Naaz, was also an actress in films. When her family faced financial crisis, Mumtaz agreed to act in films as a junior artist and started appearing in group-scenes, at a very young age. She appeared in front of camera in V. Shantaram's Stree and Sehra but she went almost unnoticed.
Mumtaz, as an adult her first role was that of the role of sister of the hero in O.
Ralhan's Gehra Daag. Mumtaz then got the lead role in Pathan being made by Ataullah Khan, Madhubala's father, but the film remained incomplete. In early 's there was a union of the artistes playing extras in films in Bombay and every junior artist had to shell a part of their income to this union.
Too young to be cast as leading lady, she started with bit roles only, but was not missed, and gradually graduated to lead roles in low budget B grade movies with Dara Sing as hero. With Dara Sing she had 10 hit films of the 16 they did together from Then she was signed opposite Rajesh Khanna in Do Raaste in After release of Aradhana, Rajesh Khanna had become the superstar and his next 2 releases were Do Raate and Bandhan both with Mumtaz as his heroine.
After release of these 2 films, Mumtaz became the highest paid Hindi actress from She was extremely versatile, beautiful, charming, and stole everybody's heart by her captivating looks and inspired performances in each of her film. She quickly out-shadowed and dethroned the established queens in a very short time because of her histrionics. Mumtaz was sensitive, quick to understand and translate every nuance hinted at, onto the screen. Even in her brief roles against established actresses, she was the one who got noticed more and lingered in viewers memories for longer periods.
She acted in more than films during a short career span of 14 years, and there is not even a single film in which her performance could not be termed as excellent. In her very first film with significant banner and role, Khilonashe won the most coveted Filmfare award in She has also been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by Filmfare in She was in the Marilyn Monroe mold; every man's fantasy woman.
She outshone everybody because of the simple reason that she was so versatile that every role appeared as if it was written with just Mumtaz in mind.
Whether the role was negative or positive, serious or light, she proved her worth. Whether the role was for an urbanite or rustic, majestic or pauper, innocent or vile, gentle or venomous, coy or flaunting, Mumtaz just fitted them like a glove.
The public adulation for her is still strong.Born Arjumand Banu, she was a member of a family that came to command the inner court of the Mughal dynasty in the 17th century. In the meantime, he had taken another wife, and Arjumand thus became his second wife. She bore 14 children during their marriage, seven of whom survived to adulthood. Their third son was Aurangzebthe last great Mughal emperor — Though she did not assert authority to the extent her aunt had done, she used her position to promote humanitarian programs for the needy.
While in Burhanpurshe gave birth to their 14th child and soon after died from hemorrhaging. She was buried temporarily in Burhanpur, until her body was transferred to Agra in January That same month, construction began on the Taj Mahal over the site of her burial.
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LOU STRATTEN - The Legendary LA children’s musical guru Lou Stratten, has been taking families on spirited musical adventures that are delightfully filled with active participation and loads of fun! With her imaginative and magical music curriculum, be prepared to join in!
She has been the much anticipated subject of two separate articles in the School Library Journal for her award winning debut album “Lou Stratten” and her book “Hello, I’m Sir Frettirick!” and is well known in the book City Baby LA as an excellent entertainer with children.
Her first Opera coach was with Judith dePaul at Carnegie Recital Hall in New York City and has performed with the New York Gilbert and Sullivan players and the Bell Canto Opera Company. She has co-starred in several TV shows, including a performance with Nell Carter on"You Take the Kids", "Designing Women" and had her first reoccurring role on “Ryan's Hope.”
In the year 2000, Lou started her own cable show on Adelphia Cable, “The Fretti and Lou Show®” and later was picked up by LA 36, partnering up with her trademarked friend, “Sir Frettirick®” – a lion bear celebrating multi cultural values, our environment, and plain old fashion fun!
She's been spotted at the Getty Museum, as a Master Storyteller, telling a musical tale of a fête galante for the Getty Center Storytelling series, which is a unique collaboration with Getty Museum educators and curators. One of her little friends, named Miles (Lionel Richie’s Family) gave her the opening door to recording her first demo. Devoted to giving and sharing her gift of music, Lou has donated her talents to many special causes. One of her favorite charitable organizations is the Starlight Children’s Foundation, where she enjoys performing with many of the StarPower Ambassadors.
She holds her B. A. in Theatre Arts and Music, with Honors from Hunter College the City University of New York. She has completed 2 certificate programs at Santa Monica College - Early Childhood Educator Career Certificate, and Early Childhood Intervention Teacher certificate. She has worked in over 20 preschools, several Libraries and performed at over 600 parties in the Los Angeles area. She is a Member of SAG, AFTRA, CMN, SCWBI.
For Lou, an exciting journey in her continuing spirit of giving, and hoping to make a difference, she has introduced "Fretti" internationally this year.
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