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And that's not counting Gheorghe Muresan towering over Billy Crystal in "My Giant." Or Julius Erving playing for a team with its own astrologer, Stockard Channing (was Martin Sheen aware of this. in "The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh." Or Alex English in "Amazing Grace and Chuck" - or, speaking of Chucks, Chuck Connors, "The Rifleman" himself, who briefly played for the Celtics before embarking on his long and undistinguished career in TV and movies. (Boston Globe)
New York Yankees release Billy Crystal Mar 16, 2008
TAMPA (AP) Billy Crystal's "mahvelous" time with the New York Yankees is over ... Under transactions, it said "March 14 Released INF Billy Crystal." ... The chance to be an official Yankee for a day was the team's gift to superfan Billy Crystal. (USA Today -- Life)
Sports Mailbag for Sunday, Mar. 16, 2008 Mar 16, 2008
Peter Diana/Post-Gazette Umpire Mark Carlson offers a word to actor Billy Crystal during his one at-bat stint Thursday against the Pirates. Pampered star athletes need to learn about accountability. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Yankees release Billy Crystal on 60th birthday Mar 15, 2008
Kathy Willens / APBilly Crystal watches his foul ball during his one at-bat during an exhibition game Thursday ... - Billy Crystals mahvelous time with the New York Yankees is over ... Under transactions, it said March 14 Released INF Billy Crystal. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Crystal Strikes Out in New Career Mar 15, 2008
Billy Crystal whacked himself in the helmet with his backswing, found his shoelaces and socks sabotaged and watched his team lose. Oh, and the New York Yankees rookie struck out in his one and only at-bat as a big leaguer. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Crystal lives out baseball dream Mar 15, 2008
Billy Crystal is one of the Yankees' most well-known fans. Comic actor Billy Crystal has achieved a lifelong dream by playing for the New York Yankees baseball team. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Yanks release Crystal Mar 15, 2008
New York Yankees Release Billy Crystal ... Billy Crystal's "mahvelous" time with the New York Yankees is over ... Actor and comedian Billy Crystal holds a baseball he signed for Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Maholm who struck him out in the first inning of the New York Yankees spring baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Legends Field in Tampa, Fla. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
CUT! Yanks release actor Crystal after 1-day gig Mar 15, 2008
-- Billy Crystal's "mahvelous" time with the New York Yankees is over ... Under transactions, it said "March 14 Released INF Billy Crystal.". (ESPN -- Baseball)
Pirates indifferent to Yankees' Crystal Mar 15, 2008
Comedian Billy Crystal is signed to a one-day contract with the Yankees ... -- Nate McLouth grinned when asked about playing against Billy Crystal. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Spring Training: Billy Crystal: 'An amazing feeling' Mar 15, 2008
Spring Training: Billy Crystal: 'An amazing feeling ... Peter Diana/Post-Gazette Yankees designated hitter Billy Crystal acknowledges the crowd after striking out swinging against Pirates left-hander Paul Maholm yesterday at Legends Field in Tampa, Fla ... -- Actor Billy Crystal's major-league baseball career wasn't quite "Field of Dreams.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Mighty Billy Crystal strikes out Mar 15, 2008
TAMPA -- Actor Billy Crystal struck out swinging against Pirate left-hander Paul Maholm today in what was planned to be his only at-bat. Crystal served as the New York Yankee designated hitter and batted in the leadoff spot. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Spring Synopsis Mar 15, 2008
Fun in the sun: Paul Maholm conceded he doesn't have much of a scouting report on how to pitch to actor Billy Crystal. However, the Pirates left-hander does know this. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Maholm near perfect, Pirates beat Yankees, 5-3 Mar 15, 2008
Maholm, who struck out actor Billy Crystal to begin the game, allowed one hit and no walks and threw only 46 pitches. "He threw the ball very well," manager John Russell said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Billy Crystal Swings Away With Yankees Mar 15, 2008
AP ImageBilly Crystal watches a foul ball he hit as designated hitter for the New York Yankees during spring training game against Pittsburgh, Thursday in Florida ... -- Billy Crystal had better stick to his night job. (WNBC.com, NY)
Yankees end Crystal's pinstripes tenure Mar 15, 2008
Billy Crystal bats for the Yanks. Billy Crystal dons pinstripes ... -- Billy Crystal may be a former Yankee, but hey, there's always Old-Timers' Day. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Clock ticks too quickly for Daly Mar 15, 2008
Now the Bronx Bombers have a player, Shelley Duncan, unwilling to admit that he took a cheap shot when he slid into a Tampa Rays infielder with his spikes high, and 60-year-old comedian Billy Crystal getting an at-bat in an exhibition game. What's next, using actor Kevin Costner in a save situation. (Florida Times-Union)
Did 'SNL' go too far with Fauxbama? Mar 3, 2008
Or that decades ago on "SNL," Billy Crystal played Sammy Davis Jr.. But in 2008, Obama isn't just any politician or celebrity. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Barack 'Fauxbama' 'black enough' on 'SNL'? Mar 2, 2008
Nor did it seem to matter that Darrell Hammond, who is white, has impersonated the Rev. Jesse Jackson for years on "SNL." Or that decades ago Billy Crystal played Sammy Davis Jr. on the show. But in 2008, Obama isn't just any politician or celebrity. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Whoopi Wonders Where She Was on Oscar Night Feb 26, 2008
After her fellow chatterbugs wondered aloud where Goldberg's moments were in the clipfest that included, among others, , , and Billy Crystal (it even included , if only in an English Patient parody produced during one of Crystal's years), the View cohost on Monday looked genuinely hurt about being left out of a montage of memorable Oscar moments. (Watch the ladies' dissection of. (E! Online)
WE GRUMBLE, BUT WE ALL WATCH Feb 26, 2008 Oscars go globalWere these the most international awards in Academy history? Feb 26, 2008 Oscar party circuit Feb 26, 2008 Oscars: You among the turned off? Feb 26, 2008 Karla Peterson: Show lacked pizazz Feb 26, 2008 Huckabee gets the joke on SNL Feb 25, 2008 If we get lucky, Corey Feldman will duet with Jerry Lewis! Feb 25, 2008 big-screen love Feb 24, 2008 Sarah Polley's write of passage Feb 24, 2008 In election years, Oscar hosts have many candidates for laughs Feb 24, 2008 SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE LIFESTYLE BUDGET Feb 24, 2008 Wilson's first hosting gig Feb 22, 2008 Unforgettable Oscars! Feb 22, 2008 Oscars will be political Feb 20, 2008 SMITH AND KOGOD FAMILIES COMMIT $10 MILLION FOR TRANSFORMATIONAL RENOVATION OF CHARLES E. SMITH CENTER Feb 20, 2008 Does anyone care about the Oscars? Feb 16, 2008 Definitely, Maybe Feb 14, 2008 Movies with heart Feb 14, 2008 Whose line is it? Test your movie quote knowledge Feb 10, 2008 Oscar has experience with strike-related uncertainty Feb 8, 2008 * No love for the romantic comedy Feb 1, 2008 'When Harry Met Sally' collectors edition Jan 17, 2008 Giustra, Clinton host fete Jan 17, 2008 Romance is on fast track in 'Personal Best' Jan 13, 2008 Hollywood's Crossover Kings (And Queens) Jan 11, 2008 America's Sweethearts Jan 4, 2008 Aye, a wee dram to the fore Dec 31, 2007 NYC-themed love stories add up to perfect New Year's Eve Dec 29, 2007 Network and cable prime-time highlights for Tuesday Dec 24, 2007 'Bucket' of emotions at premiere Dec 19, 2007 Proud to be among honorees by Old Timers Dec 10, 2007 What Do Stan Laurel, a Shark, and Hillary Have in Common? Dec 7, 2007 Review: How Don Rickles heaps abuse and leaves you laughing Dec 2, 2007 TV Highlights for Week Ahead, Dec. 2-8 Dec 1, 2007 Insult master Nov 30, 2007 Life among the stars Nov 26, 2007 As you wish| Nov 26, 2007 Radio should go left, right, up, but the loss of voices takes it down Nov 13, 2007 AN 'INCONCEIVABLE' TRUTH Nov 11, 2007 Katies VIP entry Nov 10, 2007 PBS documentary profiles Burnett Nov 4, 2007 Focus is on apartheid in 'Have You Heard From Johannesburg?' Nov 3, 2007 Torre banters with Letterman Oct 31, 2007 It's my 60th party and I'll charge $2300 if I want to Oct 27, 2007 Clinton Makes Time to Celebrate 60th in New York Oct 26, 2007 Hillary Clinton Turns 60 Oct 26, 2007 A Bronx Cheer For All That Chazz Oct 26, 2007 Clinton birthday gala becomes fundraiser Oct 26, 2007 Clinton Uses Birthday to Raise Funds Oct 26, 2007 Steve Martin Pens Kids' Book Oct 23, 2007 The week's best films Oct 15, 2007 Fellow Comedians Honor Crystal With Twain Prize Oct 15, 2007 Stars shine on American Film Institute's 40 years Oct 8, 2007 Firstenberg ends productive AFI run Oct 4, 2007 Stars Present Their Films at AFI Bash Oct 4, 2007 Life without the fixings: Listen to the Audio Oct 2, 2007 Mr. Eastwood, Ms. Andrews, a few questions ... please? Sep 29, 2007 After 50 Years, the Women's Guild 'Looks Mahvelous' Sep 25, 2007 HBO's Albrecht Joins IMG Sep 18, 2007 Jon Stewart to host Academy Awards Sep 15, 2007 Jon Stewart's Oscar Rewind Sep 13, 2007 Jon Stewart returns as Oscar host Sep 13, 2007 AFI marks milestone with stars, films Sep 13, 2007 Jon Steward to be 2008 Academy Awards host Sep 13, 2007 40 Celebrated Years 1 Historic Night: TARGET PRESENTS AFI'S 40TH ANNIVERSARY Sep 13, 2007
" This show never gets good reviews, and people seem to enjoy saying how much they dislike it. But millions watch it. JON STEWART, Sunday night's Oscar host, joked that if the writers' strike had continued, the show would have had way more montages and filmed tributes. Uh, like that would be a bad thing?! The joke montage, a tribute to binoculars, was still more interesting than most of what happened onstage. Mr. Stewart is a different kind of Oscar host - laid-back and lacking the "inside... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Critic's Corner chat Feb 26, 2008
Let Helen Mirren or Meryl Streep step in for one year and host the show, if only to reduce the pressure to keep topping our memories of Billy Crystal at his funniest. Margaritaville: I totally agree with your review of the Oscars. (USA Today -- Life)
In 1997 - the year The English Patient won nine Academy Awards - host Billy Crystal joked that, along with wheat and auto parts, America's biggest export had become the Oscar. With winners hailing from Ireland, Italy, Spain, Austria, France and the UK, this was the year that throwaway quip became reality. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
While he's no Billy Crystal, it's pretty funny. Posted at 09:54 PM in. (Variety)
They ll save the show and the ratings will go up next year if they can talk Billy Crystal into hosting it again. Also, almost every one of the actors who won the major awards were relatively unknown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Neither a comfy insider like Billy Crystal nor a Puckish ego-deflater like Chris Rock, Stewart is still in search of a hosting persona. Stewart's opening monologue hit all the expected points the strike, politics, Javier Bardem's hair but none of it was particularly memorable. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
You sir, are no Billy Crystal. (Sent Sunday, February 24, 2008 3:43 PM). (MSNBC)
After supporting-actor winner Jack Palance wowed 1992's Oscar crowd with a series of one-armed push-ups, host Billy Crystal kept the audience roaring with these Palance updates. Jack Palance just bungee-jumped off the Hollywood sign. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
So I tell him my favorite love scenes: the one where Hugh Grant declares his love to Emma Thompson in Sense and Sensibility; Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan at the New Year's party at the end of When Harry Met Sally; the Paris scene in Something's Gotta Give, when Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton come together for good; the passionate beach scene in The Thornbirds; Barbara Hershey's deathbed scene in Beaches, a love story between best friends. That counts, doesn't it. (Boston Globe)
" Billy Crystal, during his eighth turn as host in 2004, makes a crack about films that come to Canada to shoot because of the favourable economic climate."Who is Jude Law. Why's he in every movie I have seen for the last four years. (Toronto Star)
Nope, it was Billy Crystal, who is usually remembered for schmaltzy opening montages but who uttered that anti-Bush zinger during the 2000 election year ... "It appears to be another sad attempt to smoke out Billy Crystal.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
But if you look at history, the most political host might come as a surprise: Billy Crystal. 650. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Coming up with funny things to say doesn't seem to be a problem for Wilson, who says he's "adopted Billy Crystal" for hosting inspiration. "He is now living with me and my wife. He is very good. He's almost potty trained.". (Variety)
Billy Crystal has to have a special award for doing such a great job as host in 1996, 1997 and 1999. He cleverly edited himself into a montage of scenes from the Oscar-nominated films of the respective years. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Stewart joins a select group of including Billy Crystal, Steve Martin, Bob Hope, comedian Chris Rock and Ellen DeGeneres to have hosted the Oscars. "Jon was a terrific host for the 78th Awards," said Gil Cates, producer of the Oscars telecast. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Recent appearances have been made by Billy Crystal, the Boston Pops, Ray Charles, Bill Cosby, and Whoopi Goldberg. (Gwsports.com)
He observes that one year, host Billy Crystal, noting the presence of relative unknowns, asked, "Who are you people?". Still, says Sealey, Hollywood movies continue to have a global impact. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Back in the days when Harry met Sally, you could rejoice in the proof that Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal belonged together while enjoying the variety and ingenuity of the obstacles Ephron placed in their path. Here, Will's eventual fate is of academic interest only. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
A romantic comedy starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, this film follows Harry (Crystal) and Sally (Ryan) as they test out Harry's hypothesis that a man and a woman can't be friends without sex getting in the way. Very witty, but with enough of a love story to justify its categorization as a romance, When Harry Met Sally is the perfect makes-you-smile movie to grab a bowl of popcorn and snuggle up in front of. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
D. Billy Crystal as Harry Burns in When Harry Met Sally (1989). 7. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
But Goldwyn already had enlisted Chevy Chase as host, along with a lineup of presenters heavy on comic talent such as Robin Williams and Billy Crystal. While the press at the time assumed that the comics were chosen for their ability to ad-lib off-script, Goldwyn says: "It wasn't a writing issue. We just wanted people who were instinctively funny.". (Reuters)
There have been a few skirmishes in more recent times: the oil-and-water of Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally or the Billy Wilderesque dance of Tom Cruise and Renee Zellweger in Jerry Maguire. But most of the time the truce has been declared in advance and scrupulously obeyed. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
If you haven't spent time recently with Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, you may be amazed by how well this film stands the test of time. Nora Ephron's Oscar-nominated screenplay blends neurotic characters and candid relationship confessions (see: the orgasm scene) in a way that suggests both Seinfeld and Sex and the City, well before either show existed. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
That event, which included appearances by actor Billy Crystal, and singers James Taylor and Sarah McLachlan, raised a stunning $21-million (Canadian) for Mr. Clinton's foundation to fight aids in Africa. The party saw Bay Street heavyweights outbid one another for auction items which included a trip with the former president and a private meeting with U2 lead singer Bono. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Of course there's a point to revisiting this pinnacle in the careers of Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Rob Reiner, and Nora Ephron. It's not as if we've gotten any further in definitively settling that juicy debate about whether men and women can just be friends without sex getting in the way. (Boston Globe)
Jennifer Garner, wife to Oscar-winner Ben Affleck, is the latest in a series of boldface film and TV stars, including Julia Roberts, Billy Crystal and Christina Applegate, to test their stage legs. Making time between a slew of silver screen flicks, the star best known for her television series Alias appeared opposite Kevin Kline in a limited run of Cyrano de Bergerac on Broadway. (Forbes -- Business)
A weary old plot device much enlivened by the presence of Billy Crystal as the studio spin doctor in charge of maintaining this charade. Julia Roberts also features as the actress's sensible sister and long-suffering assistant. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
In the movie When Harry met S 00004000 ally Harry Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan summed it up. Harry: "What does this song mean? "For my whole life I don't know what this song means. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Or do you only remember Meg Ryan's faux-big-oh in that restaurant scene with Billy Crystal. Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961) Any world Audrey Hepburn's Holly Golightly traffics in is stunning, but look what she does for New York, with a (very) little help from George Peppard. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
(1986) Gregory Hines, Billy Crystal. VH1. (USA Today -- Life)
Billy Crystal gives 'The Bucket List' stars his thumbs up at film's premiere. HOLLYWOOD -- The biggest challenge for "The Bucket List" helmer Rob Reiner was finding the right mix of humor and heart. (Variety)
In my speech, I used a quote by Billy Crystal who told a story when he accepted an award recently. Crystal said as a child he used to stand in front of a candy store every day. (Stamford Advocate)
They, after all, receive multi-millions of dollars from the likes of Barbra Streisand, Alec Baldwin, Larry David, George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, Billy Crystal, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins, Martin Sheen, David Geffen, Steven Spielberg, Robert Redford, Jane Fonda, Bruce Springsteen, Michael Moore, Sean Penn and the Dixie Chicks ... They, after all, receive multi-millions of dollars from the likes of Barbra Streisand, Alec Baldwin, Larry David, George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, Billy Crystal, Susan... (Townhall.com)
Really, it's OK. Card-carrying liberals like Chris Rock, Whoopi Goldberg, Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, Sarah Silverman, Roseanne Barr and Mario Cantone all say so in John Landis' documentary homage to the greatest insult comic of all time, Don Rickles. Born in 1926, Rickles has spent more than 50 years in show business. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Also heard from: such adoring luminaries as Roseanne Barr, Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro, Clint Eastwood, Bob Newhart, Sidney Poitier, Chris Rock, Martin Scorsese and Robin Williams. It premieres 8 p.m. Sunday on HBO.. (Newsmax)
Virtually every popular contemporary comedian pays homage, including Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal and Roseanne Barr. Still, Mr.Warmth got a cool reception when it came to financing. (USA Today)
You have everyone from Tim Robbins to Billy Crystal slandering the president and insisting that America is a far greater threat to democracy than China or Iran ... You have everyone from Tim Robbins to Billy Crystal slandering the president and insisting that America is a far greater threat to democracy than China or Iran. (Townhall.com)
The Rob Reiner-directed movie is a treasure-trove of delicious characters, hysterical cameos (from the Peters Falk and Cook to Billy Crystal), quotable one-liners and heart-warming moments that bring an honest tear to the eye and make you writhe with delight. Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright, later Wright-Penn) falls in love with her manservant, Westley (Cary Elwes). (iAfrica.com)
Billy Crystal made TV history as Jodie Dallas, one of the first openly gay characters on prime-time television, in what controversial hit ABC sitcom. Bruce may be cash rich, but he is radio poor. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
"Billy Crystal had cataract contact lenses, so I would stand off-camera giving him lines," recalls Patinkin ... In a movie filled with quotable phrases, including Wallace Shawn's "Inconceivable!" and Billy Crystal's "Have fun storming the castle!" perhaps none were as affecting as Patinkin's, "My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Does Billy Crystal have trouble getting tickets to the Yankees World Series. No. Do celebrities have trouble getting reservations in hot restaurants. (MSNBC -- News)
Last month, Billy Crystal was at the Kennedy Center to receive this year's Mark Twain prize. He's a funny guy, and certainly deserving of the award. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Unlike Ken Burns, who can rely heavily on journalists and academics (and even comedian Billy Crystal for his "Baseball" series), Field is most interested in first-person accounts. This style dates back to her first successful feature, 1981's "The Life and Times of Rosie the Riveter" - "I beat the academics to that one," Field said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
"Now we're not sure who gets custody of Billy Crystal.". But on a serious note, Torre did explain the root of his controversial decision, particularly when Letterman complimented him by citing his four World Series titles and 12 straight years in the playoffs, wondering aloud, "If we can't re-hire [Torre], how does anybody else in baseball have a contract?". (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
It fell to host and comedian Billy Crystal to order guests to "go home" as the Clintons mingled on stage with the rock band The Wallflowers. After parting with between $US100 ($A109) and $2300 each for entry to New York's Beacon Theatre, their reluctance to move on was forgivable. (The Age)
He'll be introduced by Billy Crystal. But the real star power may be Clinton's husband and former president, Bill Clinton. (Fox News)
Among some of the celebs in attendance were Elvis Costello and actor Billy Crystal. Her birthday bash also was an important event for her campaign. (FOX23 News, NY)
He isn't even Billy Crystal, who a few years ago gave Broadway his own, more joyous take on growing up. Palminteri is more a journeyman actor who has painted himself into a virtuoso corner. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Comedian Billy Crystal and rockers Elvis Costello and the Wallflowers headlined the event Thursday night at New York's historic Beacon Theater, which raked in more than $1 million (euro700,000) for Clinton's presidential bid in 2008. Former President Bill Clinton and daughter Chelsea joined the New York senator onstage to thank supporters, who had donated as much as $2,300 (euro1,600) apiece to attend. (USA Today)
Comedian Billy Crystal and rockers Elvis Costello and the Wallflowers headlined the event at New York's historic Beacon Theater, which raked in more than $1. 5 million for Clinton's presidential bid. (Washington Times)
There's Madonna, Billy Crystal and Jamie Lee Curtis. And Jerry Seinfeld. (CBS News)
It has brigands, giants, an evil prince and screaming eels, and is very much played for laughs by an eclectic cast that includes Christopher Guest and Billy Crystal (both of whom starred in Reiner's This Is Spinal Tap), and Mandy Patinkin. Ice Age (Chris Wedge, Carlos Saldanha, 2002)5. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
AP ImageBilly Crystal ... Now, to borrow a famous movie line he wrote, Billy Crystal is having what they're having ... "Billy Crystal wrote that line," said Reiner, thanking his friend for granting cinematic immortality to his mother, Estelle Reiner, who delivered it. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Billy Crystal (left) reacts after actor Jack Nicholson kisses him as they arrive at AFI's 40th anniversary celebration last week in Los Angeles ... Julie Andrews laughed with Billy Crystal. (The Clarion-Ledger)
What: AFI 40th anniversaryWhere: Arclight Cinema, HollywoodWhen: 7 tonight p.m. Oct. 3Who: Julia Andrews, Warren Beatty, Billy Crystal, Kirk Douglas, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Tippi Hedren, Angela Lansbury, George Lucas, Jack Nicholson. Night to remember. (Variety)
Julie Andrews laughed with Billy Crystal. The American Film Institute threw itself a 40th birthday party on Wednesday night, inviting 11 Hollywood luminaries to introduce screenings of their classic films at the ArcLight Theatre. (Newsmax)
The Taylors supplied horse teams as well as props such as wall decorations, furniture and "you name it." Among the movies: "The Cowboys" (John Wayne), "When the Legends Die" (Richard Widmark) and "City Slickers" (Billy Crystal). Oh, and there was "Avalanche" (Rock Hudson), an awful movie that the Taylors can't mention without laughing. (Durango Herald)
Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner, where's Meg Ryan, whose orgasmic restaurant scene stole When Harry Met Sally. Warren Beatty, were you robbed when Bonnie and Clyde lost the Best Picture Oscar in 1968 to In the Heat of the Night. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
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Before joining HBO in 1985 as its West Coast programming head, Albrecht put in five years at International Creative Management, where he signed on a roster of stars that included Jim Carrey and Billy Crystal. . (MediaWeek.com)
Previous Cates-selected hosts include Steve Martin, Chris Rock, Billy Crystal and Stewart. Stewart, a political satirist, injected some political humor into his 2006 performance, taking jabs at the war in Iraq and ribbing Hollywood s elite about their ties to the Democratic Party. (Montana Standard, MT)
In his previous stint as host, the Comedy Central pundit relied heavily on his usual slapstick and political humor for his opening gambit, he lampooned Hollywood's "liberal elite" rather than wedge titles of nominated films into a Billy Crystal-esque song-and-dance number and viewers can no doubt look forward to more of the same for February's ceremony, falling as it does during a presidential election year. Stewart, who also has two turns hosting the Grammys under his awards-show belt, will... (E! Online)
Stewart follows a long line of stand-up comedians who have hosted the Oscars, including Bob Hope, Billy Crystal and Whoopi Goldberg. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart is broadcast by Comedy Central in the US and in the UK on digital channel More4. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The 11 titles are "The Sound of Music," whose star Julie Andrews will be on hand for the introduction; "Bonnie and Clyde" (Warren Beatty); "When Harry Met Sally" (Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner); "Spartacus" (Kirk Douglas); "Unforgiven" (Clint Eastwood); "The Shawshank Redemption" (Morgan Freeman); "The Birds" (Tippi Hedren); "Beauty and the Beast" (Angela Lansbury); "Star Wars" (George Lucas); "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" (Jack Nicholson); and "Rocky" (Sylvester Stallone). "What better way... (Variety)
It was also far below the 55 million who tuned in when the immensely popular "Titanic" swept the awards in 1998, and Billy Crystal made one of his eight appearances as host. As in recent years, next year's ceremony, the 80th, will be held at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. (Xinhuanet, China)
Julie Andrews will present THE SOUND OF MUSIC (1965) Warren Beatty will present BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967) Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner will present WHEN HARRY MET SALLY.. (1989) Kirk Douglas will present SPARTACUS (1960) Clint Eastwood will present UNFORGIVEN (1992) Morgan Freeman will present THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994) Tippi Hedren will present THE BIRDS (1963) Angela Lansbury will present BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991) George Lucas will present STAR WARS -- EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE (1977) Jack... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
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