Bryan Adams to launch Mideast peace show Oct 8, 2007
One Voice's Hollywood supporters include Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Rhea Perlman, Danny de Vito and Jason Alexander. One Voice said last month it had just over half a million signatories to its initiative split about equally between Israelis and Palestinians and was aiming to reach the one million target by the end of the year. (Yahoo News)
Can anyone save the little girl lost? Oct 7, 2007
In 2004, she married childhood friend Jason Alexander during a drunken night in Las Vegas. The omnipresent Larry Rudolph managed to get the marriage annulled within 55 hours, issuing statements that it had all simply been 'a joke that went too far. (The Observer)
'Yankees' drawing a Reprise Oct 4, 2007
Jason Alexander, new artistic director of Reprise, will direct. "Damn Yankees," with music and lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross, and book by George Abbott and Douglass Wallop, is getting a bit of an update, reset from Washington, D.C., in the early 1950s to 1981 Los Angeles. (Variety)
Pop Tarts: Spears Surrenders Her Sons Oct 2, 2007
The famous little service center on the strip also has hosted the ceremonies for the likes of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, Britney Spears and Jason Alexander, and Mickey Rooney (twice). So judging from the alumni, it looks like the "Baywatch" babe and her Salomon are set for a very long-lasting life together. (Fox News)
Seinfeld's favourite role is playing himself Sep 27, 2007
" It was his second recent assignment with one or more Seinfeld cast members. He got Richards, Jason Alexander and Julia Louis-Dreyfus together for the upcoming box set of the entire series, coming out Nov. 6. Asked if he thinks the Richards scandal would dampen sales, he suggests the opposite and agrees with our suggestion that it might have heightened awareness of the show. "I don't think we take it seriously as a factor. No penalties were levied (on Richards)," he says dryly. Today Headlines... (London Free Press)
'Forbidden Broadway' still a gem Sep 23, 2007
Yet despite regular appearances in New York, regional and international tours, and a list of alums that includes Jason Alexander and Dee Hoty, it still operates like a scrappy upstart. Even though recent installations have appeared at its current home, Off Broadway's 47th Street Theater, the newer editions blatantly recall the quick-and-dirty show that played cramped cabarets in 1982. (Variety)
More on the event Sep 22, 2007
The set's first single, Ticks, scored the Grammy-nominated performer his eighth No. 1; the video for follow-up single Online features celebrity guests including William Shatner and Jason Alexander. The new release follows the double platinum Time Well Wasted, which won album of the year at the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music (ACM) award ceremonies. (The Palm Beach Post)
Good Luck Chuck Movie Review Sep 21, 2007
His short and stocky, foul-mouthed friend (Jason Alexander) alternately helps and hinders his romantic pursuits. Despite sharing some of Shallow Hal s storyline and upping the raunch-factor to proportions, Good Luck Chuck does have its own special moments. (Suite101.com)
REVIEW: Ira & Abby Sep 13, 2007
"Ira & Abby," which hilariously climaxes with an intervention involving a roomful of the protagonists' shrinks (among them Jason Alexander), isn't as sharply directed as "Jessica Stein," but it's still a formidable crowd-pleaser. IRA & ABBYRunning time: 100 minutes. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Britney's performance joyless, dead-eyed Sep 11, 2007
The only person who came out of that performance better off was her accidental husband, Jason Alexander. Remember him. (MSNBC -- News)
Thank God You're Here Sep 10, 2007
This week's guest stars include Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld"), Brian Posehn ("The Sarah Silverman Program"), Jane Lynch ("For Your Consideration," "Best in Show") and Harland Williams ("Dumb & Dumber"). The series is hosted by David Alan Grier ("In Living Color") and presided over by judge, Dave Foley ("NewsRadio," "Kids in the Hall"). (KRNV.com, NV)
Dissed by the CMA Sep 5, 2007
Palm Beach Post: Palm Beach ure Coast news, sports, entertainment, jobs, cars, homes. The Post's Janis Fontaine. (The Palm Beach Post)
Dates are subject to change. SEPT. 14 Across the Universe Sep 3, 2007
With Jennifer Westfeldt, Chris Messina ("Six Feet Under"), Jason Alexander, Judith Light, Fred Willard, Chris Parnell and Frances Conroy. Lake of Fire. (Chicago Tribune)
No reconciliation at their son's birth Aug 31, 2007
Julia Louis-Dreyfus has a TV date with Jason Alexander. The former "Seinfeld" co-stars will reunite in an episode of Louis-Dreyfus' comedy, "The New Adventures of Old Christine," CBS said Wednesday. (Indianapolis Star)
Report: Sony out of stock on 60GB PS3 Aug 31, 2007
Dave Karraker reveals that inventory stores have dried up for $499 console; retailers have received their last shipments. By , Posted Aug 30, 2007 2:26 pm PT. (GameSpot)
Strait, Paisley lead CMA nominees Aug 31, 2007
Paisley said the main character, played by Seinfeld star Jason Alexander, who also directed the video, is much more autobiographical than most people realize. "I was a big Star Trek fan, not a star athlete (in high school)," Paisley said. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Two Seinfeld stars to reunite on sitcom Aug 31, 2007
Michael J Caulfield / AP fileJason Alexander attempts to telephone Jerry Seinfeld as he and co-star Julia Louis-Dreyfus of Seinfeld accept a Screen Actors Guild Award on March 8, 1998, in Los Angeles ... NEW YORK - Julia Louis-Dreyfus has a TV date with Jason Alexander. (MSNBC -- News)
Quake Wars gets golden Aug 31, 2007
Enemy Territory set to storm retail shelves as Activision confirms shooter for October 2 North American release, September 28 in Europe, Australia. By , Posted Aug 30, 2007 11:40 am PT. (GameSpot)
Opinion: Celebrity no shield from hardships Aug 30, 2007
At 21, she played the bride in some truth-or-dare marriage with her Louisiana homeboy Jason Alexander in Las Vegas that was annulled after 24 hours. She then married an unemployed music video dancer who already had one kid out of wedlock and another on the way; had two baby boys within a year and then proceeded to become the poster child for Mamas With Issues. (MSNBC -- News)
Hollywood's fall highlights Aug 28, 2007
With Jason Alexander, Frances Conroy and Fred Willard. I WANT SOMEONE TO EAT CHEESE WITH: Jeff Garlin directs and stars with Sarah Silverman in a romantic comedy about a comedian still living with his mother. (Yahoo News)
SNOOP DOGG'S HOOD OF HORROR DVD in Stores Tuesday, September 11 Aug 28, 2007
Also featured are Billy Dee Williams, Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld"), rapper Method Man ("The Wire"), NBA star Lamar Odom and NFL stars Teyo Johnson, Justin Fargas and Glenn Cadrez. In addition to its eye-catching foil-embossed packaging and 24-page booklet, the DVD is packed with great extras, such as the featurette "Inside Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror", where members of the production team and cast discuss how the film came to be, what the characters are about and, even better, how they created... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fall of the gunslinger Aug 25, 2007
"Ira Jennifer Westfeldt ("Kissing Jessica Stein") wrote and stars in this comedy about a couple who married too quickly and immediately start dismantling their relationship. Also starring: Jason Alexander, Chris Messina "King of California" A strong-willed teenage daughter tries to rein in her father, who was just released from a mental hospital and is now obsessed with locating a Spanish treasure he believes is buried beneath a modern-day Costco. Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Michael Douglas "Moving... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Huge 'Seinfeld' DVD boxed set in works Aug 24, 2007
The book comes with a bonus DVD featuring a first-ever cast reunion round-table discussion with Seinfeld, co-creator Larry David and co-stars Jason Alexander, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Michael Richards. The hourlong discussion finds the cast and David together again on the ninth anniversary of the series finale. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Is Britney just fooling or does she dig women? Aug 17, 2007
And let's not forget, Britney's first husband Jason Alexander blabbing last year about Britney's high school girl fever. Then there's the time porn star Jenna Jameson claimed Britney totally hit on her. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Farmland film Aug 8, 2007
He parodied reality TV with Celebrity the next year, and Online co-stars William Shatner, Maureen McCormick and Jason Alexander, who also directed the clip. Paisley, a cartoon buff who draws and paints in his spare time, began using animation last year to accompany instrumentals on stage. (USA Today)
Lawyer: Kevin Federline Focused on Parenting After... Aug 2, 2007
" Spears and Federline wed in October 2004, eight months after her first marriage to childhood friend Jason Alexander was annulled. The pop star cited irreconcilable differences when she filed for divorce from Federline on Nov. 7, 2006. Kaplan said Federline wouldn't comment on Spears' public behavior. Most recently, she's been accused of threatening paparazzi outside a Las Vegas spa. "He doesn't want to do anything that would be perceived as taking her down a peg," Kaplan said. "His goal is to... (Fox News)
'Chaotic' indeed: Spears-Federline divorce a done deal, lawyer says Jul 31, 2007
Spears married Federline in October 2004, eight months after her first marriage to childhood friend Jason Alexander was annulled. She cited irreconcilable differences when she filed for divorce from Federline on Nov. 7, 2006. (KHOU.com, TX)
TBS' neuroses free 'My Boys' Jul 30, 2007
BY KATE O'HARE Zap2it. July 30, 2007 If there's one thing that the cast of the TBS comedy "My Boys" -- which returns with the next nine episodes of its first season Monday at 10 -- agrees on, it's that their characters are blessedly free of neuroses. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Al Frankens Senate Bid Gets Serious Jul 24, 2007
" To prove just how serious he is, Franken is raising megabucks. He raised more than $1 million for Democratic candidates in 2006, and raised eyebrows by collecting $1.9 million for himself during the second quarter of 2007. More importantly, he outraised the incumbent, who collected about $1.7 million. Franken's Democratic primary rival, trial attorney Mike Ciresi, took in just $750,000. There's just one hitch: In all, 82 percent of Franken's donors (who together have contributed more than $2.5... (Newsmax)
Franken taps entertainment pals for cash Jul 19, 2007
That followed a first-quarter performance that included $4,600 contributions from actors Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jason Alexander and Larry David. Still, the campaign is relying on donations from Minnesota and elsewhere for the long run, said Franken spokesman Andy Barr. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Action, pressure starting to build Jul 12, 2007
On the celebrity side of things, Seinfeld actor Jason Alexander was eliminated today, while former NHL player Rick Tocchet, who is awaiting sentencing on his guilty plea to running a gambling ring, did not show up. Tocchet's chip stack was blinded off in his absence until he was eliminated. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Montel Williams relinquishes chip lead at WSOP Jul 9, 2007
"To me, this is like, if you jog at all, it's a kick to be at the New York Marathon when it starts off," Seinfeld actor Jason Alexander said. "You know you're not going to win, but you're there. It's pretty cool.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
MultiVu Video Feed: Hollywood A-Listers Ante Up For Charity As World Series of Poker Main Event Set to Begin Jul 8, 2007
In addition to Clooney, Pitt and Damon, stars Ben Affleck, Jason Alexander, Jennifer Tilley, Hank Azaria, George Lopez, Danny Masterson, Mekhi Phifer, Ray Romano, Adam Sandler and James Woods have all expressed plans to play, subject to availability. They will be competing with poker pros and sports celebrities including Charles Barkley, Erik Seidel, Phil Hellmuth, Chris Ferguson, Doyle Brunson, Ted Forrest and Clonie Gowen, who also intend to play. (PR Newswire)
Hollywood bowled over by duo Jun 27, 2007
Jason Alexander did the honors for Mauceri, singing snippets from seven musicals in seven minutes while Joe Mantegna introduced Domingo. "In the midst of so much negativity, in the world of arts theres a sea of optimism," Mauceri said. (Variety)
Penn to pen thriller for BermanBraun Jun 27, 2007
Woody Harrelson, Ray Romano, David Cross and Jason Alexander are part of the ensemble cast. Penn's credits include "Elektra," "Suspect Zero" and "Behind Enemy Lines.". (Variety)
'Take Back America' Highlights: From Bad to Worse Jun 23, 2007
Take Back America' Hightlights: From Bad to Worse by Michelle Oddis - HUMAN EVENTS. Take Back America' Highlights: From Bad to Worseby Michelle Oddis ()Posted: 06/22/2007. (Human Events Online)
Moore 'Sicko' Jun 20, 2007
Lighter moments will be compliments of actor Jason Alexander, who played George Costanza on "Seinfeld"; and liberal activist and filmmaker Michael Moore, who comes to Washington amid new charges of liberal bias ... Lighter moments will be compliments of actor Jason Alexander, who played George Costanza on "Seinfeld"; and liberal activist and filmmaker Michael Moore, who comes to Washington amid new charges of liberal bias. (Townhall.com)
Poker Joe gets his 60 Minutes of fame Jun 18, 2007
From the bum in the street who wants to "borrow" some cash, to poker-playing celebs Jason Alexander, Matt Damon and Don Cheadle, who want to bask in the glow of his halo. Damon and Cheadle, stars of casino flick Ocean's Thirteen, had an audience with Hachem when he was invited to the Cannes Film Festival. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Singing in Peachtree City Jun 15, 2007
His most notable contribution was probably Celebrity in 2003, which mocked today s pop culture and featured a video with cameos from Jason Alexander and William Shatner ... The video, which he said he just completed, will feature a return of Jason Alexander as the 40-year-old virgin and his dad, played by William Shatner. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Grand' lands in Anchor Bay Jun 11, 2007
Herzog returns to "The Grand," which also stars Woody Harrelson, Ray Liotta, Ray Romano, Dennis Farina, Richard Kind, Gabe Kaplan, Jason Alexander and Cheryl Hines. "Werner's got to be in every movie I do," Penn said. (Variety)
Big Brother among returning summer shows Jun 2, 2007
Celebrities regularly stay there it's where Britney Spears and Jason Alexander stayed they night they got married. The original cast, all of whom are in their mid- to late 20s, returned recently and spent a few weeks living together again; a new six-episode series started May 30, airing new episodes Wednesdays at 10. (MSNBC -- News)
Leyna Nguyen to Host 1st Annual 1736 Poker Classic at Commerce Casino on June 9th to Benefit the 1736 Family Crisis Center May 24, 2007
Players will play poker with such celebrities as Jason Alexander, Lou Diamond Phillips, Rick Eisen, Gina Hecht, Rob Garcia, Leyna Nguyen, Rick Chambers, Rey Mysterio, and more. List of Prizes: A Seat in the WPT Celebrity Invitational $1736 in Cash Roundtrip Air for Two 52" Flat Screen TV Complete Computer System Full Size Pool Table Elliptical Training Machine Admission to an Exclusive Event at the Playboy Mansion His/Her Golf Clubs A complete set of Luggage $250 Individual Player buy-in $500... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
So, you want to be a paparazzo? May 22, 2007
Perhaps the most famous example of that is a 2004 photograph of Britney Spears taken the night she wed childhood friend Jason Alexander at the Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas. Spears lawyers annulled the marriage two days later, snowballing a media frenzy over the pop-princess first marriage. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Aerial view of America May 19, 2007
Just the sight of Jason Alexander stepping on stage dressed like Captain Kirk, or Wayne Knight in a bug costume ignites an explosion of mirth from all the other actors. It's almost as if the louder they laugh the more chance there is of drowning out the voices in their head mourning the depths to which they've sunk. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Author looks to the Stars ... of David May 18, 2007
Jason Alexander said that his parents made him go to Hebrew School against his will because there are people in the world who will kill you for being a Jew and you have to know what you re dying for. Dustin Hoffman told Pogrebin that although the character of Benjamin Braddock in The Graduate was supposed to be a thoroughbred WASP, director Mike Nichols wanted Hoffman to audition. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Magnolia buys 'Ira & Abby' May 12, 2007
Frances Conroy, Robert Klein and Jason Alexander also have roles in the ensem-ble pic. Movie is set for release later this year. (Variety)
Media Blitz heads to Tribeca May 7, 2007
Cheryl Hines and Jason Alexander are among the actors who do battle with pros like Phil Laak and Doyle Brunson, but it's Harrelson who carries the film as a listless party boy trying to reclaim his grandpa's casino -- and who nearly lit the premiere on fire. And the fans outside the velvet rope weren't the only ones who lost their minds upon Harrelson's arrival. (ESPN)
Mean Queen On The Scene May 6, 2007
Considering that the language she uses onstage could make a Soprano blush - such as on the Comedy Central roast where she asked Jason Alexander to kiss her because she wanted to see what Jerry Seinfelds c - - - tastes like - that difference became apparent in the wake of the Michael Richards and Don Imus debacles. People understand that mine is an act and [Richards] wasnt, she says. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Wesleyan's Ticket To Tinseltown May 6, 2007
" A star-studded cast - Herzog, Woody Harrelson, Cheryl Hines, Ray Romano, Gabe Kaplan, Jason Alexander and Michael McKean - delivers the comic goods. Penn and Herzog - a legendary director, most famous for "Aguirre: The Wrath of God" and "Fitzcarraldo" - made friends after Penn went out to Hollywood, but he first learned about Herzog at Wesleyan. "I took this excellent German film class and I saw his films, and I wondered how come I've never seen this guy's movies before," Penn says. "Later... (CTNow.com)
Sticks and stones for Moss May 1, 2007
Former "Seinfeld" buddy Jason Alexander returned to Boston to help his alma mater, Boston University, at the Huntington Theatre Company's Spotlight Spectacular. last night. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Alexander likes Boston, not baseball Apr 30, 2007
Ask Jason Alexander about acting or the theater and you'll barely be able to keep up with his answers. But don't ask the former "Seinfeld" star about baseball or the Yankees. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Britney 'to write $10m tell-all book' Apr 27, 2007
She will also target her two ex-husbands, Kevin Federline, who she will claim almost drove her to suicide, and Jason Alexander. And Spears will also attack her mum Lynne, and reportedly brand her the "stage mother from hell.". (Ninemsn)
Comedian Al Franken Keeping Pace in Fundraising for Senate Bid Apr 20, 2007
So did several other celebrities, including David, Paul Newman and Jason Alexander. Top Video. (Fox News -- Politics)
Former INVESCO/Chancellor/Citigroup Managing Director and Two Hollywood Veterans to Form New Film Fund Apr 19, 2007
She has worked directly with Spike Lee, Jason Alexander, M. Night Shayamalan, Ernest Dickerson, Leslie Harris and Julian Schnabel. She also ``Production Managed'' film shorts with ``Saturday Night Live'' for the weekly show and has created videos with E40, Ice Cube, Mobb Deep, Shaquille O'Neil, Master P and other stars in both rap and film. (Primezone Releases)
Al Franken's fundraising list features big stars Apr 15, 2007
Norm Coleman next year, raised the maximum $4,600 from actors such as Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jason Alexander and Larry David, according to a campaign finance report filed Friday. That helped Franken pull in $1. (CNN)
Dave Foley returns to Kids' games Apr 10, 2007
The second features Jason Alexander, Brian Posehn (The Sarah Silverman Program), Jane Lynch (Best in Show) and Torontonian Harland Williams. Tom Green's scene is in the can for later in the season. (Toronto Star)
NBC improv show battles uphill Apr 10, 2007
" is the actual judging by Foley. The former "NewsRadio" and "Kids in the Hall" star can, almost without trying, out-improv pretty much any guest the show books. But beyond that, there are no explained or implied parameters by which he does his judging. For a show that overexplains everything, this is a real gaffe. And it puts Foley in a difficult position, having to criticize or "judge" actual guest stars such as Jason Alexander or Fran Drescher or Kevin Nealon (all of them upcoming guests). So... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Rewind: Will Big-Screen 'Aqua Teen' Be Next 'South Park' — Or 'Scooby-Doo'? Apr 10, 2007
The lead characters are rendered in CG, alongside Jason Alexander as Boris, Rene Russo as Natasha and, amazingly, Robert De Niro as Fearless Leader. The movie's self-referential plot is too convoluted to get into, and while an earnest attempt was made to capture the rat-a-tat style of the cartoons, it just doesn't work. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The Comedy Central Roast of William Shatner Apr 9, 2007
As your host, Jason Alexander, puts it, it's "a veritable Who's That? of comedy" assembled here to put the boots into the veteran and inveterate actor William Shatner. There are, however, some familiar faces among the roasters, including Betty White ( Boston Legal, The Golden Girls), Nichelle Nichols (Uhura from Star Trek) and George Takei (Sulu from Star Trek, or, as Alexander describes him, "That brave man who came out a mere 35 years after Star Trek and his career ended"). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Thank god, it's there Apr 8, 2007
Expected to attract an audience of up to 15 million people, the American version of the Aussie hit is hosted by David Alan Grier and stars Fran Drescher, Jason Alexander, Tom Arnold and Tom Green. It is the only Australian-created reality TV format to be sold to the US.. (Daily Telegraph)
Director White knows Boston?s game Apr 3, 2007
"Seinfeld" buddy Jason Alexander will perform at and host the Huntington Theatre Company's "Spotlight Spectacular!" April 30. Last year's gala raised more than $550,000 to support the company's programs. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Spears 'signs divorce settlement' Apr 3, 2007
Spear's first marriage to childhood friend Jason Alexander was annulled after just 55 hours. At the time her record company claimed the wedding, which took place in Las Vegas, had simply been a joke that went too far. (Yahoo News -- Britney Spears)
Britney reaches settlement with K-Fed Apr 1, 2007
Britney Spears has reached a divorce settlement with her husband, Kevin Federline, People magazine reported. Terms were not disclosed by the two sides although reports in the US said that Spears had agree to pay her former back-up dancer $1 million and to share custody of their two children. (Yahoo News -- Britney Spears)
Rewind: How Does 'Blades Of Glory' Figure Into Past Skating Flicks? Mar 27, 2007
"Seinfeld" alum Jason Alexander must've lost a bet to star in this turkey as the all-seeing Zamboni Phil. Not to be confused with the 1995 Cinderella-on-ice TV project starring Katarina Witt, 2005's "Ice Prin 0000376E cess" is as much an ode to math as to the sport of skating. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Maher's guests keep it 'Real' Mar 22, 2007
HOPE YOU didn't miss Bill Maher's "Real Time" show this week with Chris Rock, Dan Rather, Martha Raddatz, Jason Alexander and GOP candidate Mike Huckabee as guests. This outing, in repeat tonight, has the frisky group discussing a host of important issues. (Variety)