Friday, January 22, 2010

Jean Simmons, 80; beguiling, durable film actress - Washington Post

Jean Simmons, 80; beguiling, durable film actress - Washington Post


Jean Simmons, 80; beguiling, durable film actress - Washington Post

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:23 PM PST


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Jean Simmons, 80; beguiling, durable film actress
Washington Post
Jean Simmons, 80, a beguiling actress of quiet emotional power, notably as Ophelia opposite Laurence Olivier in "Hamlet" (1948) and a revivalist preacher in "Elmer Gantry" (1960), died Jan. 22 at her home in Santa Monica, Calif. ...
"Guys and Dolls" actress Jean Simmons dies at 80San Francisco Chronicle
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"Window" opens for country singer-songwriter Buxton (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:29 PM PST

Reuters - In her self-penned biographical sketch, singer-songwriter Sarah Buxton says she "had a whole plan mapped out" when she signed with Lyric Street Records in 2005. Then reality revised her best-laid plans, as her bio further notes: "What's the old adage? 'If you wanna hear God laugh, tell him your plans?' Well ... I told him. And he laughed!"


Hot Chip returns with "One Life Stand" (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:27 PM PST

Reuters - Polite and nattily dressed, Alexis Clarke and Owen Taylor are the rare musicians who show up early for an interview. But then again, most of the members of U.K. act Hot Chip defy expectations. They've been called everything from synth pop to indie pop to alternative dance, but the truth lies somewhere in the intersection of all three.


Grammy nomination a 'First' for soul singer Roberson (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:25 PM PST

Reuters - Slow and steady can still win the race. Just ask Eric Roberson.


Angels & Airwaves plans free digital album release (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:24 PM PST

Reuters - Blink-182 guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge is taking a break from major-label life with the release of the forthcoming album by his other band, Angels & Airwaves. The group's third studio album, "Love," will arrive February 14 as a free digital download.


'Guys and Dolls' actress Jean Simmons dies at 80 (AP)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:26 PM PST

AP - Jean Simmons, the stunning beauty who sang with Marlon Brando in "Guys and Dolls" and played Ophelia to Laurence Olivier's Hamlet, has died. She was 80.


Fawcet estate sues producer over alleged misdeeds (AP)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:22 PM PST

FILE - This Aug. 13, 2006 file photo shows Farrah Fawcett on the red carpet before Comedy Central's 'Roast of William Shatner,'  in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Rene Macura, File)AP - Court filings show Farrah Fawcett's estate has sued a producer over his alleged actions before her death.



'Guys and Dolls' actress Jean Simmons dies at 80

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:26 PM PST

AP - Jean Simmons, the stunning beauty who sang with Marlon Brando in "Guys and Dolls" and played Ophelia to Laurence Olivier's Hamlet, has died. She was 80.


Angels & Airwaves plans free digital album release

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:24 PM PST

Reuters - Blink-182 guitarist/vocalist Tom DeLonge is taking a break from major-label life with the release of the forthcoming album by his other band, Angels & Airwaves. The group's third studio album, "Love," will arrive February 14 as a free digital download.


Fawcet estate sues producer over alleged misdeeds

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:22 PM PST

AP - Court filings show Farrah Fawcett's estate has sued a producer over his alleged actions before her death.


Conan fans sound off

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:55 PM PST

Fans waiting in line to watch Conan O'Brien's final taping of 'The Tonight Show' speak out on NBC's late night soap opera. (Jan. 22)


Conan's Last Words as Tonight Show Host

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:44 PM PST

NBC released Conan O'Brien's final remarks as the host of The Tonight Show shortly before his last episode aired Friday. Here they are, ending with a lead in to a song:

Manager: Conan wants to do new show "as soon as he possibly can"

"Before we end this rodeo, a few things need to be said...


O'Brien thanks fans, NBC on final 'Tonight' show (AP)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:32 PM PST

FILE - In this June 1, 2009 file photo provided by NBC, Conan O'Brien  makes his debut as the host of NBC's 'The Tonight Show'  in Universal City, Calif. (AP Photo/NBC, Paul Drinkwater) FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY, ARCHIVE OUT, NO SALESAP - Conan O'Brien said on his final "Tonight" show that walking away is the hardest thing he's ever had to do.



Conan O'Brien exploring options after NBC split (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:00 PM PST

Reuters - Conan O'Brien is now a free agent after his $33 million settlement with NBC was finally completed early Thursday morning -- but his hiatus probably won't last long.


Lloyd Cole calls upon fans for recording fund (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:32 PM PST

Reuters - Lloyd Cole will enter the studio March 8 to record his new album -- with a little financing help from his fans.


Prince pens song for Minnesota Vikings (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:31 PM PST

Reuters - It might be common knowledge that musician Prince is a basketball fan, but the Purple One's penchant for pigskin was less apparent until Friday's unveiling of "Purple and Gold," which the Minneapolis native wrote in honor of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings.


Guitar heroine Orianthi offers reason to "Believe" (Reuters)

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:30 PM PST

Reuters - Armed with a story about moving beyond an ungrateful boyfriend, Australian singer/guitarist Orianthi is connecting with U.S. audiences.


Conan O'Brien Bids Farewell To 'The Tonight Show,' Thanks Supporters For Making His Goodbye 'Joyous & Inspirational'

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 07:21 PM PST

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Conan O'Brien has said goodbye to "The Tonight Show."

Conan and NBC reached an agreement earlier this week for him to step down as host of the late night program after only seven months. But despite the differences between the two parties, Conan thanked the network he called home for two decades.


O'Brien thanks fans, NBC on final 'Tonight' show

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 08:23 PM PST

AP - On his final "Tonight" show, Conan O'Brien said walking away instead of accepting a demotion is the hardest thing he's ever had to do.


Nick Jonas steps out solo to show "Who I Am"

Posted: 22 Jan 2010 06:44 PM PST

Reuters - When Nick Jonas, the youngest member of the Jonas Brothers, announced his solo side project, the Brothers went on the offensive to ensure their fans that the trio is not breaking up, posting that fact in all caps on their MySpace page. What more evidence does a teen girl need?


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