Kane's Wrath Hands-on Feb 19, 2008
No Michael Ironside, though, and no Billy Dee Williams. New to the game is a global conquest mode, a skirmish gametype where you move zone to zone across a world map, somewhat similar to what you may have seen in Dawn of War: Dark Crusade. (IGN PC Games)
Rochestie is apple of this radio gal's eye Feb 12, 2008
And ever-smiling Kyle Weaver may be the younger, braided version of Billy Dee Williams. But its the shortest guy on the team, point guard Taylor Rochestie, who was the center of affection Monday morning on Seattle radio when the discussion on KJR-AM turned to the stations Ultimate Sports Crush contest. (Cougfan.com)
5 best sports movies Feb 9, 2008
Or Billy Dee Williams top his role as the great Gale Sayers. It's not about how Piccolo died, remember, but about "how he lived. How he did live." Also tops the list of "Movies that make grown men cry like babies." Classic. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Shoreline milestones Oct 31, 2007
2000 "The Visit," starring Billy Dee Williams, is nominated for four Indie Spirit Awards. 2001 "Man From Elysian Fields," starring Andy Garcia (right) and Mick Jagger, shows at the Toronto and Sundance film fests before a 2002 U.S. theatrical bow via Samuel Goldwyn Films. (Variety)
Screen plays Sep 12, 2007
Brian's Song: "This TV movie leads the league at making grown men cry when Brian Piccolo inevitably succumbs to cancer and the painfully shy Gale Sayers finds his voice." Plus, it provided great preparation for Billy Dee Williams when his Lando Calrissian had to deal with the apparent death of Han Solo. Playmakers: "ESPN's acclaimed series was a fictional story of a fictional football team. ... But it took on some very real issues: steroids, domestic abuse, and criminals in the locker room,... (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
At 67, Herbie Hancock hasn't lost a bit of his go-for-broke attitude Aug 28, 2007
" For the last 30 years, Hancock has lived in two worlds, alternating straight-ahead jazz projects with crossover recordings that made him a star. His current quartet, which includes guitarist Lionel Loueke, electric bassist Nathan East and drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, suggests a middle ground. Hancock volleys between acoustic piano and synthesizers, performing his own standards, pop covers and earthy rhythms that recall his Head Hunters band in the 70s. Hancock lives in the same well-to-do, vaguely... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
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)
Summer beach TV will color your world Jul 27, 2007
You get two doctors taking the word "soap" literally with a joint physical in the shower, a shooting victim, an exploding ambulance and Billy Dee Williams (a series regular) all before the opening credits. That's two years' worth of plot on some daytime soaps. (USA Today)
Billy Dee Williams checks in on soap opera Jul 12, 2007
" AP When to watch "General Hospital: Night Shift" debuts at 11 tonight on SoapNet, cable channel 54. Visit . LOS ANGELES - Billy Dee Williams groans getting out of his chair, lumbering a bit as he walks to the set. His hair is thinning at the top, and he complains about needing to lose weight.Not that he feels 70."It's so weird, because I feel like I'm 20 years old ... "SoapNet executive vice president Deborah Blackwell is thrilled to have Williams in her cast. "We were all over the moon that... (Florida Today)
Williams checks in for 'General Hospital: Night Shift' Jul 10, 2007
Billy Dee Williams checks in for 'General Hospital: Night Shift ... Billy Dee Williams checks in for 'General Hospital: Night Shift ... 9, 2007 12:00 AM LOS ANGELES - Billy Dee Williams groans getting out of his chair, lumbering a bit as he walks to the set. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Billy Dee Williams checks into Hospital soap Jul 10, 2007
Billy Dee Williams checks into Hospital soap - Television - MSNBC.com ... Billy Dee Williams checks into Hospital soap ... Billy Dee Williams, 70, shown withNazanin Boniadi in a scene from "General Hospital: Night Shift," says he still feels 20. (MSNBC -- Television)
'Conquer 3' returns, cheesy video and all Jun 6, 2007
The full-screen, full-motion video segments between missions tell the story and feature great appearances from some Hollywood talent such as Battlestar Galactica's Tricia Helfer, Billy Dee Williams and Michael Ironside. Yes, it's often painful watching these actors "act'' in a video game. But I had a smile on my face the whole time, and seeing this classic feature from older "Command er'' games conjured up a warm retro feeling. (Shoals TimesDaily)
A losing battle with multi-tasking Jun 5, 2007
" Regular saves also prevent repeat viewings of the introductory movies, or cut-scenes, for each mission in Command & Conquer's campy science-fiction universe, wherein the good guys at the Global Defence Initiative fight off the cult-like Brotherhood of Nod. Video-game veterans Michael Ironside (Splinter Cell) and Billy Dee Williams (Star Wars) are joined here by moonlighting supporting actors from popular TV series - Josh Holloway (Sawyer on Lost), Jennifer Morrison (House's Dr. Cameron), and... (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
IGN at Star Wars Celebration IV Jun 4, 2007
To honor this milestone, the Los Angeles Convention Center hosted Star Wars Celebration IV, a weekend-long convention/trade show/party attended by thousands of fans as well as dozens of veterans of the Star Wars franchise, including Carrie Fisher and Billy Dee Williams. IGN also attended the event, where we got the lowdown on all that's happening in the Star Wars universe. (IGN FilmForce)
New Negro Leagues exhibit to tour U.S. Jun 1, 2007
Kendrick said too much of that history is told through the lens of movies like "Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars" and "Motor Kings," a popular film from 1976 that starred Richard Pryor, James Earl Jones and Billy Dee Williams. It painted barnstorming black teams as clowns and vaudeville acts, which Kendrick said are a small piece of barnstorming history. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Vid-games: Return of `Command & Conquer' May 31, 2007
Vid-games: Return of `Command er' - Yahoo. Secondary Navigation. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
'Star Wars: At World's End'? 'Pirates' Flicks Look A Lot Like Another Trilogy May 29, 2007
" Both trilogies feature kisses between all three leads, a trip to the swamp to recruit a mystical character (Yoda, Tia Dalma) and settings involving sand, snow and the jungle. "Star Wars" and "Pirates" both feature charismatic guest stars (Billy Dee Williams, Chow Yun-Fat) who run their own city, betray our heroes, and then redeem themselves. Also, both series feature a darker second installment ("Dead Man's Chest," "Empire Strikes Back") that makes us think we've lost our scoundrel either to... (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Star Wars' Turns 30 May 26, 2007
"It's been great being a part of that whole experience -- all of us who had the experience working with George Lucas have been very fortunate. We're talking about a real legacy." --Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian). On Fan Conventions "The first time I went to a convention I went, 'How pathetic,' seeing all these people dressing up in silly costumes. Then I thought, "Well, wait a minute -- this is exactly what I do for a job. (Click2Houston, TX)
The World's Biggest Star Wars Party May 26, 2007
Star Wars fans love to stand in line for movie tickets, for Billy Dee Williams' autograph, for limited-edition anything. That much was clear Thursday, as a few thousand of them contentedly cooled their heels in a line that wound around the Los Angeles Convention Center on the first day of the largest Star Wars party in history, Celebration IV. The event, only the fourth official Star Wars fan gathering ever, marks 30 years since a fictional galaxy far, far away burst into our cultural... (Time.com)
A world of commemorations comes to a galaxy near you. May 23, 2007
This comic book, fantasy and pop culture convention boasts appearances by several "Star Wars" alumni, including Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian). International bashes include a fan convention starting Friday in Peru and "Star Wars" Celebration Europe, July 13-15 in London. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
'Transformers,' 'Die Hard' Sparking A Totally Rad '80s Revival May 18, 2007
"Knocked Up" (June 1) and "Superbad" (August 17) continue the recent resurgence of hard-R comedies (read: boobies and F-bombs) declared dead following such early '80s classics as "Porky's," "Zapped!" and "Fast Times at Ridgemont High." "Fanboys" (August 17) features Billy Dee Williams, William Shatner and Carrie Fisher while telling the story of teenage kids breaking into George Lucas' Skywalker Ranch and doing a striptease to a Menudo song (see ). Eighties staples like Kevin Costner ("Mr.... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Lavish extras arrive with `Dreamgirls' May 1, 2007
Its saving grace may be Billy Dee Williams at his cool-leading-man best. Old-time TV fans may want to check out The Best of the Adventures of Ozzie et (Shout. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Full Story from The Dartmouth Apr 25, 2007
Michael Ironside ("Top Gun," "Starship Troopers") provides a solid performance as GDI's General Granger, while the hilarious Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian from the "Star Wars" trilogy) lights up the screen as Director Redmond Boyle. These clips feature near movie-quality special effects and cinematography, but the acting and writing are far too laughably corny to be considered on a Hollywood scale. (U-Wire.com)
Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars Mar 31, 2007
Billy Dee Williams and Michael Ironside from the live action video scenes in 'Command er 3: Tiberium Wars ... But Electronic Arts went much further than usual, enlisting the likes of Billy Dee Williams and Michael Ironside to deliver a movie's worth of live action performances, albeit ones that look like they were phoned in from a galaxy far, far away. (Variety)
Grace Park AU Q&A Mar 30, 2007
IGN: You were working with Billy Dee Williams, right. Grace Park: Actually, I was working with Michael Ironside, but I was actually speaking of Billy Dee Williams. (IGN PC Games)
Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars Review Mar 27, 2007
Who doesn't want to see Billy Dee Williams and Michael Ironside on screen together. It's like a B-movie bonanza. (IGN PC Games)
C&C 3: Tiberium Wars Single Player Hands-on Mar 19, 2007
The actors in general are fun to watch and include a surprising amount of recognizable faces aside from Joe Kucan (a veritable icon himself as Kane) such as Michael Ironside (a bajillion shows, movies, and games), Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian from Star Wars), Josh Holloway (Sawyer from Lost), Grace Park (Boomer/Athena from Battlestar Galactica), and Tricia Helfer (Number Six from Battlestar Galactica). It's fun to see the faces again and should be pleasing for those C out there. (IGN PC Games)
Huntsville has space center and historic charm, Feb 21, 2007
The film, starring Billy Dee Williams, Gabrielle Union and Zoe Saldana, was made in 2004. Tourism officials are offering self-guided "Constellation Tour" maps that point visitors to sites shown in the movie, which prominently displays many of the locations like a big-screen brochure. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
From This Old Cub’ to Hoosiers,’ who can resist sports on the big screen? Feb 18, 2007
The 1971 film stars James Caan (Piccolo) and Billy Dee Williams (Sayers) and is an emotionally filled film with comedy and sadness. It is truly more than a football movie. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
'Constellation' shines light on Huntsville, Alabama Feb 17, 2007
The film, starring Billy Dee Williams, Gabrielle Union and Zoe Saldana, was filmed in Huntsville in 2004, and had its premiere here January 27. It opened nationwide on February 2. (CNN -- Travel)
Eckhart is Two-Face! Feb 16, 2007
Dent has previously been portrayed onscreen by Billy Dee Williams and Tommy Lee Jones, who starred opposite Eckhart in The Missing. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed Eckhart's casting today. (IGN FilmForce)
Movie highlights down-to-earth Alabama town Feb 15, 2007
Actor Billy Dee Williams hugs actress Zoe Saldana in a scene from the film "Constellation," as actors Gabrielle Union, left, and Eva Carradine, background, look on ... The film, starring Billy Dee Williams, Gabrielle Union and Zoe Saldana, was filmed in Huntsville in 2004, and had its premiere here Jan. 27. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Plotting hinders subtle star turns in 'Constellation' Feb 3, 2007
The fulcrum of the relationships is patriarch Helms Boxer (Billy Dee Williams), Carmel's brother and a successful painter now living in Paris. Helms returns to Huntsville, Ala. (Boston Globe -- Living)
'Constellation' Feb 3, 2007
Cast: Gabrielle Union, Billy Dee Williams, Lesley Ann Warren, Zoe Saldana, Rae Dawn Chong ... She's joined by Billy Dee Williams and Lesley Ann Warren, but a few recognizable names can't save this static drama. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Films for the Big Game Feb 3, 2007
"Brian's Song" (1971): Known to reduce even the most stoic guys to blubbering tears, this fact-based drama about the friendship between Chicago Bears running backs Brian Piccolo (James Caan) and Gale Sayers (Billy Dee Williams), and Piccolo's subsequent death from cancer, proves football fans can be sensitive types, too. "Remember the Titans" (2000): Football is second only to baseball as fodder for inspirational stories, and few football movies are as inspiring as this fact-based drama about... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Latest movie releases Feb 3, 2007
Hill Harper, Rae Dawn Chong, Gabrielle Union and Billy Dee Williams. 1 hour, 36 minutes. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Three Names, Two-Face Jan 12, 2007
If Foxx is indeed in the mix and wins the role, he would be the second African-American actor after Billy Dee Williams to play the role (Dent is white in the comics). HBO. (IGN FilmForce)
A Road Trip To See 'Star Wars'? May The Force Be With You, 'Fanboys' Jan 12, 2007
"Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams and William Shatner.". Captain Kirk. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Dazzling costumes are supremely dreamy Dec 29, 2006
A brief fashion montage of Deena is reminiscent of a similar one in Mahogany, the 1975 movie starring Ross and Billy Dee Williams. Mahogany was produced by Ross' Svengali at the time, Motown founder Berry Gordy, who was clearly the inspiration for Curtis Taylor Jr., Jamie Foxx's character in Dreamgirls. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror Screens Nationwide in a Special Sneak Preview to Die For Nov 16, 2006
Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror showcases an all-star cast, including international recording and film star Snoop Dogg, horror flick favorite Danny Trejo (The Devil's Rejects; From Dusk Till Dawn), Anson Mount (In Her Shoes; City by the Sea), Playmate Brande Roderick, Lin Shaye (There's Something About Mary), "Mad TV's" Aries Spears, Noel Gugliemi (Training Day; The Fast and the Furious), "The Game's" Pooch Hall, former WCW champion Diamond Dallas Page, Jason Alexander of "Seinfeld" fame, and Star... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Since You Asked Nov 1, 2006
She'll share the spotlight with Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian, duh. and Rowdy Roddy Piper. (Mail Tribune, OR)
STEPHANIE SELLARS Oct 26, 2006
There, he learned the ropes of the industry as assistant director on the sets of The Spy Who Loved Me (directed by Lewis Gilbert) and Mahogany, which features Diana Ross, Tony Perkins and Billy Dee Williams (directed by Berry Gordy). He stayed in Rome through the Italian liberation from 1973 to 1975, another cultural fire that expanded his awareness of freedom and fueled his journey on the urban sexual pathway. (New York Press)
C&C 3 Cast Announced Oct 19, 2006
This includes the actors Josh Holloway from Lost, Tricia Helfer and Grace Park from Battlestar Galactica, Michael Ironside from Top Gun, Starship Troopers and the Splinter Cell series of games, Billy Dee Williams from Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Ivana Bozilovic from Wedding Crashers and Shauntay Hinton, former Miss U.S.A. As , actor Joe Kucan will reprise his role as the maniacal Kane ... "This is the most fun I've had since Star Wars!" said Billy Dee Williams, celebrated actor,... (GameDAILY BIZ)
C&C3 Cast List Oct 19, 2006
The cast includes Tricia Helfer (Number Six on Battlestar Galactica), Josh Holloway (Sawyer on Lost), Michael Ironside (you may remember him from such videogames as all of them), Billy Dee Williams (Colt ... "This is the most fun I've had since Star Wars!" said Billy Dee Williams. (IGN PC Games)
Archerd: Blog Oct 16, 2006
" Others on hand :James L. Brooks, one of the host committee as well as Dick Van Dyke -- who recalled working with Cloris in a play in Canada, Also toasting Cloris: Jon Voight, Mickey Rooney, Doris Roberts, Deidrich Bader, Elliott Gould, Eva LaRue, Jay Sandrich, Dick Van Patten, Illeana Douglas, Christian Clemenson, Judge Reinhold, Eric Roberts, Nancy McKeon, Stefanie Powers, Jasmine, Guy, Grant Show, William Atherton, Erik Per Sullivan, Justin Berfield, Billy Dee Williams, Leslie David Baker,... (Variety)
Doing it in broad daylight Oct 13, 2006
Now handing Raqi a blog hanky and a good ol church hug In my Billy Dee Williams voice I say. Go call your husband baby, tell him he means the world to ya. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Prizes, jams at Monk awards Sep 22, 2006
Phylicia Rashad, Quincy Jones and Billy Dee Williams were on hand to award the prizes: first place ($20,000) to Armenian Tigran Hamasyan; second place ($10,000) to Dutch-born Gerald Clayton, the crowd's favorite for his rendition of variations on Beethoven's "Pathetique"; and third place ($5,000) to American Aaron Parks ... Mr. Powell (whizzing around the center on a wheeled cart because of an injured foot), basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Thelonious S. Monk Jr. and actor Billy Dee... (Washington Times, DC)
Billie Holiday's bio, 'Lady Sings the Blues,' may be full of lies, but it gets at jazz great's core Sep 19, 2006
His mother was angered by the portrayal of Holiday as weak, and the singer's husband, Louis McKay, played by Billy Dee Williams, as a Good Guy; Maely referred to him in real life as Louis Decay because of what she saw as his corrosive influence. She cursed the screen and walked out. (San Francisco Chronicle)
WEB EXTRA: D.C. to host jazz piano competition Sep 14, 2006
The final phase of the competition will be hosted by Quincy Jones, Phylicia Rashad and Billy Dee Williams. Along with these distinguished performers, 13 members of Congress are on board as co-chairs and members of the Gala's Benefit Committee, and the Gala Honorary co-chairs are former Secretary of States Madeleine Albright and Colin Powell. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Is that a tear? Sep 7, 2006
The movie: Well, TV movie, actually, but the loving relationship of football players Gale Sayers (Billy Dee Williams) and Brian Piccolo (James Caan), shattered by Piccolo's fatal cancer, hit viewers more powerfully than most theatrical films. This one causes guys to cry in a well-lighted living room. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Men are such snivelers Aug 27, 2006
The movie: Well, TV movie, actually -- but the loving relationship of football players Gale Sayers (Billy Dee Williams) and Brian Piccolo (James Caan), shattered by Piccolo's fatal cancer, hit viewers more powerfully than most theatrical films. This one gets extra points for causing guys to cry in a well-lighted living room. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Ancient, modern, futuristiccostumes vie for Emmys Aug 8, 2006
Johnson was a fashion student and stylist before actor Billy Dee Williams encouraged him to try costume design. His credits include the 1991 feature film "Boyz 'N the Hood.". (The Standard-Times, MA)
On Deck: A sports day planner for the week ahead Aug 6, 2006
The movie also stars Billy Dee Williams and Richard Pryor. To watch: 7:30 p.m., Byham Theater. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror Jul 22, 2006
The film also contains performances by Billy Dee Williams, Danny Trejo and Seinfeld alum Jason Alexander. The majority of the panel was a Qion with the cast, but several clips were used to introduce each, which gave a good idea of the style of the film. (IGN FilmForce)
Famous middle monikers Jul 9, 2006
Please check backfor a new poll soon. Here is a quick, vastly incomplete and in some cases whimsical list of famous folks who just wouldn't be the same without that middle name. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Moore: Chipper not appreciated enough Jun 4, 2006
He s more Billy Dee Williams than Billy Williams. 000005A8. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Cops Investigated in Encore's Original Special 'Shooting The Police: Cops On Film' Jun 3, 2006
"Shooting the Police: Cops on Film" -- 7/1 -- Original Promotional Special, followed by "Heat" at 8:30 p.m. * "Die Hard With a Vengeance" -- 7/2 (Bruce Willis, Jeremy Irons, Samuel L. Jackson) * "Nighthawks" -- 7/3 (Sylvester Stallone, Billy Dee Williams, Rutger Hauer) * "RoboCop" -- 7/4 (Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Rip Torn) * "RoboCop 2" -- 7/5 (Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Rip Torn) * "RoboCop 3" -- 7/6 (Robert John Burke, Nancy Allen, Rip Torn) * "Die Hard" -- 7/7 (Bruce Willis, Allan Rickman,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'South Park' wins, Chef rolling in grave Apr 6, 2006
Actor Billy Dee Williams is 69. Actress Marilu Henner ( Taxi, Evening Shade ) is 54. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
EW Review: 'Block Party' brings blissful buzz Mar 4, 2006
(He's played by Blair Underwood as a nightmare Billy Dee Williams. . (CNN International)
Ask Stacy: Billy Dee Williams in Snoop Dogg's New Thriller Feb 20, 2006
DEAR STACY: What's up with Billy Dee Williams. When can his fans expect to see him. (National Ledger)
