Alicia Keys, Jack White, India.Arie Jul 31, 2008
"It's going to be very theatrical," said Cheech Marin , 62. During their original run, Marin and Chong released nine comedy albums between 1972 and 1985, were nominated for four Grammy Awards and won one. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Cheech and Chong to Reunite in Comedy Tour Jul 31, 2008
Cheech Marin, left, and Tommy Chong Matt Sayles, file / AP Article Tools ... Cheech Marin told AP Radio that he and Tommy Chong "looked at each other going, 'If we're ever going to do something it has to be now because you're not getting any younger and neither am I.'". (Time.com)
Hollywood Likely to Set a New All-Time Box Office Record in 2008 Jul 29, 2008
Salma Hayek, Andy Garcia, Edward James Olmos, Cheech Marin, Paul Rodriguez and George Lopez lend their voices along with Drew Barrymore. There is at least $75M in this family film. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Bill Murray, Paris Hilton, Wesley Snipes Jun 27, 2008
Nearly 50 pieces from the collection of the comedian Cheech Marin are on display at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art ... The exhibition "Los Angelenos, Chicano Painters of L.A.: Selections From the Cheech Marin Collection" consists of works mostly drawn from Marin's collection of nearly 400 pieces. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Blah-LA-land Jun 9, 2008
Sorry, LA. Chris Kattan and Cheech Marin. The joke's on you. (Boston Globe)
No Place Like home May 18, 2008
And when Daddy Cheech Marin shows him the car and the odometer reads the same as the NUMBERS, well, that's about all Hurley can stand. I had to laugh as he lumbered off trying to run. (Entertainment Weekly)
Lionsgate Scores THE PERFECT GAME May 16, 2008
" "We're thrilled to have Lionsgate as our partner on THE PERFECT GAME," commented producer and HighRoad Entertainment President, David Salzberg. "The Lionsgate marketing and distribution teams have an unsurpassed record of creating awareness and anticipation of movies like ours, so we know we are in the best possible hands (Canada Newswire)
Surprise at Witch Mountain May 2, 2008
Ciaran Hinds has already been cast as the villain of the piece, while Cheech Marin will play a friendly mechanic. Race to Witch Mountain is currently shooting, with Andy Fickman directing from a script by Mark Bomback. (IGN FilmForce)
Little League movie Mar 27, 2008
The flick stars beloved actors Cheech Marin and Lou Gossett Jr., and a plethora of up-and-comers, including Heroes TV actress Hayden Panettiere s little brother, Jansen (left). And when it comes out, in time for the real Little League World Series, it s destined to make much more than the $10 million it cost local investors. (The Palm Beach Post)
Salzberg, Tureaud take HighRoad Mar 5, 2008
It stars Clifton Collins Jr. plus Cheech Marin, Emilie de Ravin, Louis Gossett Jr. and Bruce McGill. Team members include Moises Arias, Jansen Panettiere and Jake T. Austin. (Variety)
Tico Torres' gala Feb 14, 2008
Others who heeded Torres phone call: Actors Cheech Marin, Jack McGee (TV s Rescue Me) and Jansen Panettiere (brother to 17-year-old Heroes star Hayden Panettiere); Carolyn Kepcher, fired assistant to Donald Trump on The Apprentice; Olympic speed skating hero Dan Jansen; New York Giants greats Lawrence Taylor and Ottis Anderson; Miami Dolphins sack artist Jason Taylor; retired New York Yankees Paul O Neill and Jimmy Key; and free agent catcher Mike Piazza. And then, the Tico Torres Classic stands... (The Palm Beach Post)
Who stole cash Feb 13, 2008
Tico Torres (right) greets Cheech Marin at Torres' celebrity golf event and charity auction ... As Hollywood actor Cheech Marin (Up in Smoke and TV's Nash Bridges) eyed New York Yankees paraphernalia at the silent auction, Carolyn Kepcher (Donald Trump's assistant on The Apprentice until she was fired after Season 5) talked about missing the reality fare but not her ex-boss. (The Palm Beach Post)
Bon Jovi drummer Feb 8, 2008
Among this year's guests: TV talker Montel Williams; actors Cheech Marin (Up In Smoke, From Dusk Till Dawn) and Jack McGee (the captain in TV's Rescue Me); and a slew of retired jocks, including ex-Yankee Paul O'Neill and ex-Giant Lawrence Taylor. The cash raised goes to the Honda Classic's Children's Healthcare Charity. (The Palm Beach Post)
Things to do this weekend Jan 3, 2008
This weekend is the last chance to catch one of the most fun art shows of the season, which features colorful Chicano art on paper from the personal collection of comedian Cheech Marin. Even more events. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mestiza music to warm Ketchum Dec 12, 2007
Trabajo Mexicano explores issues relating to Mexican immigration and labor through art, music and an upcoming lecture by comedian and actor Cheech Marin. Batalla's ease with which she embraces different cultures, peoples and lifestyles is grounded in her childhood. (Wood River Journal, ID)
'Bloodsucking Cinema' Oct 26, 2007
"The Mexicans always thought theirs was a little sexier, which it was," says actor Cheech Marin, a fan of Mexican vampire flicks, who played a south-of-the-border bloodsucker in "From Dusk Till Dawn." "Mexican vampires are really lurid. There's a lot of violence and flesh-eating and sex. They always have female vampires and they're very low-cut ... Catholics had to mix their eroticism with guilt at all times. So that really played into the vampire myth - it's alluring, but it's forbidden.". Not... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Monday's Updates Oct 23, 2007
We were supposed to interview Cheech Marin this morning outside the Lark theater in Larkspur. He was going to talk about a dramatic writing workshop he's hosting. (NBC 11, CA)
Starz Entertainment's Weekly Hot Items List October 22-28 Oct 11, 2007
Those appearing in the special include actors Kristanna Loken (BloodRayne), Cheech Marin (From Dusk Till Dawn), Stuart Townsend (Queen of the Damned), Corey Haim (The Lost Boys), directors Len Wiseman (Underworld, Underworld: Evolution), Joel Schumacher (The Lost Boys), John Landis (Innocent Blood) and John Carpenter (Prince of Darkness, Vampires). Fear Fest A 24-hour movie marathon of horror titles is kicked off by the premiere of the Starz Original special Bloodsucking Cinema, beginning on... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The New York Times Announces Third Annual 'Great Read' to Be Held Sunday, October 14 Sep 22, 2007
There also will be readings and signings by many favorite children's book authors and illustrators, including Academy Award-winning actress Julie Andrews Edwards and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, Cheech Marin and Michelle Knudsen. The Target Children's Stage is part of Target's national initiative, Ready. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Television movies for the week of August 26 Aug 26, 2007
TV Movies: August 26-September 1. G = General audiences PG = Parental Guidance PG-13 = Not recommended for preteens R = Restricted audience. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Every dog has his close-up Aug 21, 2007
The annual event, which raised more than $70,000 for Special Olympics, also included appearances by actors Cheech Marin and Kevin Dobson, former hockey star Jim Craig, and former Sox player Sam Horn, who is campaigning to be president of Red Sox Nation. Out of this worldSinger-songwriter Josh Ritter was at the Museum of Science planetarium last night to give fans a preview of his new CD "The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter," which hits stores today. (Boston Globe)
Prestigious Hispanic filmmakers here Aug 8, 2007
" In 2003, two more comedies with Hispanic stars, "Luis" (Luis Guzmn) and "The Ortegas" (Cheech Marin) launched. By the end of 2003, all but "George Lopez" were off the air. Esparza says the canceling of "George Lopez" is no sign of a Latino TV recession. "The show lasted for five years. It was a success," he said. " 'Ugly Betty' is on the air, which again is a Latino-themed program that's also a success. (FOX 11, AZ)
Photos Little Leaguers pinch-hit in movie Jul 26, 2007
It stars Cheech Marin and child actors Moises Arias from the Disney Channel series "Hannah Montana" and Jake T. Austin, the voice of the title character in the Nick Jr. network's animated series "Go Diego Go." The Northside players became friends with the child superstars. "It was awesome," said Hornets player Mikal Pappas, 10, who plays catcher and third-base positions in the movie. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Miss New Jersey 'Looks Forward To Resuming' Role Jul 13, 2007
" Hours after a nervous Amy Polumbo went public Thursday with photos of herself that had been sent anonymously to pageant officials, those officials decided the pictures did not merit stripping her of the title. "I'm very happy about this decision, and I look forward to resuming my agenda as Miss New Jersey," Polumbo said. The pictures include one showing who Polumbo said was her boyfriend apparently biting her breast through her shirt, another of Polumbo in a limousine wearing jeans with her... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Fresh Betting Fool Jun 14, 2007
The Fool rights the Good Ship Giants, but nothing can save the hideous NBA Finals. Article:The Fool rights the Good Ship Giants, but nothing can s:/g/a/2007/06/13/fool507. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
6/14-17: Tommy and Shelby Chong Jun 12, 2007
So it only makes sense that when he finally replaced Cheech Marin as the partner in his stand-up act, he chose his wife, Shelby. "I felt vulnerable out there by myself. I was used to working with a partner, and it was just lonely," Chong, who made younger fans with his stint on That '70s Show, says. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Clifton Collins Jr. to star in 'Game' Jun 5, 2007
Cheech Marin, Emilie de Ravin, Lou Gossett Jr., Bruce McGill and Patricia Manterola round out the cast. William Dear ("Angels in the Outfield") is directing the pic from a script by W. William Winokur. (Variety)
Actor, mayor and attorney to speak to CSUN grads May 3, 2007
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Cheech donates art collection Apr 24, 2007
Cheech Marin donates prints of Mexican-American art collection ... Cheech Marin donates prints of Mexican-American art collection ... 23, 2007 12:00 AM LOS ANGELES - Cheech Marin is donating copies of works from his Mexican-American art collection to some of the nation's best-known museums and universities. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
People: Governor pimps his biodiesel ride Apr 24, 2007
Actor-comedian Cheech Marin is donating copies of works from his Mexican-American art collection to some of the nation's best-known museums and universities. Marin, 60, says he will donate 50 sets of high-quality digital prints of his traveling collection "Chicano Visions: American Painters on the Verge.". (Long Beach Press-Telegram)
Marin Donating Copies of Art Collection Apr 23, 2007
Cheech Marin is donating copies of works from his Mexican-American art collection to some of the nation's best-known museums and universities. Recipients include the Smithsonian, UCLA, the San Antonio Museum of Art, where the collection debuted in 2001, and Marin's alma mater, California State University, Northridge. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Playground of the rich and richer Apr 19, 2007
It was Cheech Marin at the Japanese restaurant Nobu Malibu. Frankly, I'm not sure that even counts. (Chicago Tribune)
Review: Grindhouse Apr 7, 2007
" Kids looking for cinematic transgression today have to get it on on the screen. Modern theaters are just boxes with movies inside. They are to the vanished grind houses what the Disney-dressed-up 42nd Street is to the old, disreputable Deuce. So you'll just have to imagine the acrid smell, the seats with arms missing, the enthusiastic shouts or sometimes combative rants of the faithful. Everything else, Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez and their retro-hip posse mean to supply: a double... (Time.com)
Want that shaken, stirred or squiggled? Mar 24, 2007
Among the doodlers whose masterpieces will be auctioned are Gov. Janet Napolitano, Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona CEO Rich Boals, Arizona Public Service Co. President Don Brandt, JPMorgan Chase Bank Arizona CEO Ben Campbell and actors Joan Collins, Linda Evans, Nick Nolte and Cheech Marin. The event will benefit the Arts and Business Council, which provides business training for non-profit arts and cultural organizations, and the Junior League, a volunteer women's group. (AZCentral -- News)
NFL Coach Herman Edwards to speak at FSU Mar 7, 2007
This year's series has brought in speakers on a wide range of topics, such as actor and comedian Cheech Marin and civil rights speaker Bernice King. "We always try to have a variety of voices, and at least one person from the sports community," Director of Constituents and Economic Relations Emily Dickens said. (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
Mom's plight moved Dempsey Feb 27, 2007
Chong, who starred with Cheech Marin in stoner movie classics "Up in Smoke" and "Nice Dreams," will appear at a $125-per-person event for Ed Rosenthal. Rosenthal, 62, famed for his marijuana cultivation books and the "Ask Ed" column he wrote for High Times magazine, will host the event at his Piedmont , Calif. (Boston Globe)
The daily dish... Feb 27, 2007
Chong, who starred with Cheech Marin in stoner movie classics "Up in Smoke" and "Nice Dreams," will appear at a $125-per-person event on March 4 for Ed Rosenthal at Rosenthal's Piedmont, Calif. home. (Buffalo News -- Entertainment)
Chong raising money for 'ganja guru' Feb 26, 2007
Chong, who starred with Cheech Marin in stoner movie classics "Up in Smoke" and "Nice Dreams," will appear at a $125-per-person event for Ed Rosenthal. Rosenthal, 62, famed for his marijuana cultivation books and the "Ask Ed" column he wrote for High Times magazine, will host the event at his Piedmont home on March 4. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
All will be revealed, 'Lost' team promises Feb 3, 2007
Cheech Marin as Hurley's father in a Hurley flashback. Bai Ling appearing in a Jack flashback. (USA Today)
Comedian Lopez helps energize event Jan 21, 2007
Actor Cheech Marin said the revitalization was important to keep the tournament viable. "I saw a sign on the course that said, 'There's a new Hope with George.' There's new vitality. It's the Hope again," Marin said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Cheech Marin Gets Cheeky Jan 18, 2007
In a phone interview from his Malibu home, Cheech Marin called me "baby" four times. He took a time-out to kiss his girlfriend and answered my questions with blunt honesty and dry wit. (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
Star locale: Celebrities call Park City and Deer Valley home Dec 24, 2006
Cheech Marin, anyone. Though not exactly the biggest names in Tinseltown, they are among the celebrities who own homes in and around Park City. (Deseret News)
Chicano visions: Cheech Marin shares his passion for art Nov 28, 2006
Comedian Cheech Marin brings serious Mexican-American works to S. Fla ... CANDACE WEST/MIAMI HERALD STAFF CHEECH MARIN: He says his collection will tour Europe and Asia late next year ... Actor-comedian Cheech Marin pored over Amor Amatizado (Love Masked Together), for the first time 20 years ago. (Miami.com, FL -- Entertainment)
Merry viewing of holiday specials Nov 24, 2006
Featuring the voices of James Belushi, Cheech Marin and Phyllis Diller. Pinocchio's Christmas. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
'Kramer' crossed Kaufman line Nov 23, 2006
And the vacationing Lost has just announced casting of fan-favourite Hurley's dad: former pothead comic turned actor Cheech Marin. --Rob Salem. (Toronto Star -- Arts)
Barbra Streisand: Democrats Win, 'Depression Over' Nov 22, 2006
Other notables in the audience included singer Barry Manilow, producer Quincy Jones, actors Ben Stiller and Rob Lowe and comedians Cheech Marin and Bill Maher. Story Continues Below. (Newsmax)
Streisand's farewell tour says goodbye Nov 21, 2006
Other notables in the audience included singer Barry Manilow, producer Quincy Jones, actors Ben Stiller and Rob Lowe and comedians Cheech Marin and Bill Maher. The sellout tour endured a few hiccups along the way, thanks to a skit in which she mocks her nemesis, President. (Toronto Star -- Arts)
DMGI Announces Expansion Into TV and Film Digital Distribution Nov 10, 2006
Comedy: this channel includes both skit and stand-up comedy from some of the top names in the history of comedy, including: Sam Kinison's HBO Specials (5 hours), Cheech Marin and Friends Live from South Beach, Sinbad: Son of a Preacher Man and Afros and Bellbottoms, Steve Harvey: Don't Trip, He Ain't Through with Me Yet, and Bizarre, a popular comedy/variety show starring John Byner and featuring the stunts and antics of "Super Dave" Osborne (150 episodes). History: this channel includes more... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Oscar File: 'Borat' Wins Over Critics, Fans — But What About The Academy? Nov 9, 2006
His name is Larry Charles, and he is primarily known for his television work ("Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Seinfeld") and a critically reviled film debut ("Masked and Anonymous"), most notable for pairing Bob Dylan with a bizarre ensemble (Val Kilmer and Cheech Marin. . (VHI.com -- Music News)
Cars to be the featured presentation at PTOs first K-4 Movie Night! Nov 6, 2006
The movie also stars the vocal talents of Paul Newman, Bonnie Hunt, Cheech Marin and John Ratzenberger. This is a free event, sponsored by your A-B/NB PTO. (Butler County Tribune, IA)
Homecoming is 'Sweet' for playwright Nov 4, 2006
The first play on Broadway created, written, directed (Cheech Marin) and produced by Latinos, Latinologues ran for 137 performances last year. Although Najera enjoyed living in central Manhattan with his family, he was eager to return to Southern California. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
'Scarface' thrills with action Oct 19, 2006
Appropriately, there's a large cast of Hollywood talent doing the voices in the game version, including Ice-T, Jay Mohr, James Woods and even a reunion of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong. But aside from his digital likeness, Al Pacino is notably absent from this project. (The Advocate)
Gaming's gangster paradise Oct 18, 2006
Hired guns: Robert Loggia, Steven Bauer and Al Israel (all in the movie), plus James Woods, Ice T, Elliott Gould, Jay Mohr, Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong and NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. Theater-quality sound is mixed by Skywalker Sound; music playlist includes Run DMC, Blondie, Grandmaster Flash, Peter Tosh, Toots and the Maytals, LL Cool J, Shaggy and Rob Zombie. If you are a Scarface fan, this game could be addictive. (USA Today -- Tech)
the weaker they all become. Oct 10, 2006
The TV show "Celebrity Duets" conferred the title on both Marie Osmond and Cheech Marin (of Cheech and Chong). Media outlets have recently slapped the Big I on Pamela Anderson, Steve Irwin, Boy George and "America's Funniest Home Videos." (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's contribution is an ongoing series called "Atlanta Icons" on locations like Stone Mountain and the Varsity. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Rich and varied 'Hispanic heritage' not easy to define Sep 28, 2006
There's something both wonderful and wearying about this three-part extravaganza, which supplements intensely colorful paintings from the collection of Cheech Marin with an exhibition of political posters and prints as well as a sprawling multimedia display of everything from food and photo albums to music, low riders and TV sitcom star George Lopez. This "Chicano Now: American Expressions" portion of the show may offer a certain broad-canvas appeal to a wide audience. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Chong reflects on time in the joint Sep 26, 2006
But there are no plans to get back together with Cheech Marin. Chong once famously described his old comedy partner as being "closer than a wife. The only thing we didn't do was have sex." The pair, one of the most successful comedy acts of all time, split up in 1985 due to creative differences in a breakup that Chong likened to "a death in the family.". (Toronto Star -- Arts)
The tall man whose shriek has been heard 'round the world -- Little Richard is rock's true king Sep 21, 2006
The show features non-singing celebrities who step up to perform duets with famous singers -- Cheech Marin doing "Show Me the Way" with Peter Frampton, or the designer guy from "Queer Eye" getting down with Gladys Knight. The contestants receive softball critiques from the panel, who eliminate one each week in a diabolical cross between "American Idol" and "Hollywood Squares." It's sort of an unreality show. (San Francisco Chronicle)
This week's TV picks Sep 19, 2006
All I gotta to say is, Cheech Marin had better be packing his bags this week. If not, Im gonna fly to La-La-Land and kick him off the show myself. (The Palm Beach Post)
FALL TV SEASON: Pay Attention Sep 17, 2006
This is his entire criticism of "Diggin' Up Bones," as performed by Cheech Marin and Randy Travis: "Oh you said you was diggin' up bones. I thought about dry bones in the valley! I said, my, my, my. Diggin' up bones. I hope you get 'em outta there! I'm, I'm, I'm, I'm, I'm -- get the bones! Grab the bone. Bone. Bone." Paula would be proud. (9 p.m., Channel 5; already airing). (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
A crossover act for comic Brady Sep 1, 2006
"Cheech Marin?" Brady exclaims. "What is Cheech Marin doing on the show? I guess he's going to surprise us.". (Newsday -- New York City)
Celebrity Duets Aug 31, 2006
Contestants: Chris Jericho, Lucy Lawless, Cheech Marin, Carly Patterson, Alfonso Ribeiro, Jai Rodriguez, Hal Sparks, Lea Thompson ... Cheech Marin and gymnast Carly Patterson should be the next to go; "Queer Eye's" Jai Rodriguez and Alfonso Ribeiro (Carlton from "Fresh Prince of Bel Air") are the early front-runners to nap the top prize of a $100,000 donation to a charity. (Variety)
'Cheetah Girls 2' a Disney hit Aug 31, 2006
America just wasn't that excited to see B-list celebs like Cheech Marin croon with real singers like Peter Frampton, or Little Richard torture the English language as a judge. Oxygen's "Breaking Up With Shannen Doherty" Oxygen seldom draws many eyeballs, and Shannen Doherty wasn't the answer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Cowell's 'Celebrity Duets' among many new reality series next ... Aug 30, 2006
The idea is to team up non-singing stars such as Lucy Lawless, Lea Thompson, Cheech Marin, wrestler Chris Jericho, comedian Hal Sparks and others with a list of singers that includes Wynonna Judd, Dionne Warwick, Randy Travis, Macy Gray, Chaka Khan, Clint Black, Cyndi Lauper and Smokey Robinson ... "Celebrity Duets" stars, from left, Cheech Marin, wrestler Chris Jericho, Lea Thompson, Hal Sparks, host Wayne Brady, Lucy Lawless, Olympic gymnast Carly Patterson, Jai Rodriguez and Alfonso Ribeiro. (Louisville Courier-Journal)
Whole lotta singin' going on Aug 30, 2006
The eight hopefuls are pro wrestler Chris Jericho, actress Lucy Lawless of Xena: Warrior Princess, Cheech Marin of Judging Amy, gymnast Carly Patterson, Alfonso Ribeiro of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Jai Rodriguez of Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, Hal Sparks of Queer as Folk and Lea Thompson of Caroline in the City. "They've been taking vocal lessons," Cowell says. (Orlando Sentinel)
'Duets': Cheesing as Rome burns Aug 30, 2006
" And while the eight notables getting their song - warrior princess Lucy Lawless, former sitcom star Leah Thompson, Olympic gymnast Carly Patterson, sitcom sidekick Alfonso Ribeiro, wrestler Chris Jericho, comic actor Hal Sparks, comic legend Cheech Marin and "Queer Eye"'s Jai Rodriguez - are not, or have never been, on the A-list, and in some cases have seen their biggest hits up to a decade ago, they have all been legitmately famous in their fields, and in a couple of cases, big honking pop... (The Palm Beach Post)
