Variety interviews 'In Bruges' trio Jan 20, 2008
Fridays 10:00 pm ET/PT A A Jeff VanVonderen; emmy; intervention; television; There is a spine of truth in every story on 'The Unit' says Dennis Haysbert. Tuesdays 9:00pm ET/PT CBS; Dennis Haysbert; The Unit; emmy; television; Anthony LaPaglia explains how the collaborative experience between the cast and writers is a huge key to success. (Variety)
Stars shine on election hopefuls Jan 15, 2008
Oprah donated $2,300 (1,173) to Obama's campaign, and Dennis Haysbert, who played a fictional black president on the show 24, donated $2,300. Other black celebrity donors to Obama's campaign include Will Smith, Chris Rock, Sidney Poitier and Bradford Marsalis, each of whom donated $4,600; and Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, Isaiah Washington, Tyra Banks, Morgan Freeman, Halle Berry, Angela Bassett, Forest Whitaker and Hill Harper, each of whom gave $2,300. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Could 24 pave way for a black man in the White House? Jan 10, 2008
Dennis Haysbert, who played the confidently intelligent nominee-cum-president David Palmer in 24, has said that "the feedback I get from people from all walks of life," suggests the series had a "major impact" on the perception of black politicians in the U.S.. The country may have already been comfortable with the idea: If Joel Surnow, the proudly right-wing creator of 24, could dream up the notion of a confident and popular black president, the swath of the population that is to the left of... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Obama Soars To New Heights Dec 28, 2007
More than three decades later, actor Dennis Haysbert was cast as David Palmer, a U.S. senator who is elected the nation's first black president in the television drama "24." When Haysbert encounters strangers who recognize him, it is often this role that they want to discuss. "I've lost track of how many times people have asked me to run for president," Haysbert says, adding that he believes the role had "a major impact" on how black politicians are perceived, "simply from the feedback I get... (CBS News)
How strong is 'Oprah Effect'? Dec 8, 2007
Barack Obama of Illinois - Oprah Winfrey, Tom Hanks, Halle Barry, Jennifer Anniston, Morgan Freeman, Ben Stiller, Tobey Macguire, Edward Norton, Eddie Murphy, Gene Wilder, Branford Marsalis, Dennis Haysbert, John Cleese, Louis Gossett, Cindy Crawford, Kenny Alphin. Former Sen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Striking stars Nov 26, 2007
DENNIS HAYSBERT: The Unit (CBS). Who he plays: Jonas Blane, leader of a covert special ops team. (The Palm Beach Post)
Stars on the menu Nov 14, 2007
Dennis Haysbert, who played the president on "24," stopped by the Copley Square restaurant for lunch in September. Avila, 1 Charles St., 617-267-4810. (Boston Globe)
Critic's Corner Tuesday Nov 13, 2007
Let others seek closure; Jonas (Dennis Haysbert) would rather find revenge. Christopher Meloni takes center stage on Law & Order: SVU (NBC, 10 ET/PT), as Stabler is injured while arresting an insane serial rapist (Arye Gross). (USA Today -- Life)
TV ads taking dramatic turns; dog's leap leads to beer brawl Nov 12, 2007
The end of the show then blended seamlessly into a somber 60-second commercial about teen drivers, using Allstate spokesman Dennis Haysbert. The ad featured an original song by Jason Wade of the band Lifehouse about losing a friend in an accident. (USA Today -- Money)
Lifehouse Gets Serious For Allstate Commercial Oct 27, 2007
In the spot, teens are depicted in a variety of different situations until the end, when the voice of actor Dennis Haysbert, the campaign's spokesman, delivers the sobering message that "every year, nearly 6,000 teenagers go out for a drive ... and never come back.". "When you think commercial, you think Hallmark commercial, something cheesy," Wade tells Billboard. (Billboard.com)
University rescinds invite to Summers Sep 18, 2007
Dennis Haysbert has played Nelson Mandela in "Goodbye Bafana" and the president in TV's "24." But nothing prepared the star of the CBS drama "The Unit" for reciting dialogue by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet. "Once you get the pace down, it's not as much of a challenge," Haysbert told us before heading into a WBZ-TV lunch at the Palm restaurant in Copley Square. (Boston Globe)
Oprah Chats Up Dave Sep 11, 2007
Stevie Wonder performed at the soiree and the guest list included , , , Sidney Poitier, Forest Whitaker, , Cindy Crawford, Jimmy Connors, Linda Evans and Dennis Haysbert. Send to a Friend Check your e-mail, your friend's e-mail and message text are filled correctly. (E! Online)
Allstate Hispanic to Lapiz, Tapestry Sep 11, 2007
A 2004 campaign from the agency adapted the insurer's general-market "Our stand" campaign, featuring actor Dennis Haysbert, for the Hispanic arena. The campaign employed actor Esai Morales as a spokesman and were tagged, "Asi Piensa Allstate" ("That's what Allstate believes"). (MediaWeek.com)
Oprah opens home to Obama Sep 10, 2007
Those in the entertainment biz who attended were Rodney Peete, Holly Robinson Peete, Cindy Crawford, Hill Harper, Dennis Haysbert, Master P, James Lassiter, Paris Barclay and Linda Evans. Stevie Wonder, in a gold-yellow suit, provided a mini-concert. (Variety)
Winfrey Holds Fundraiser for Obama Sep 9, 2007
By late afternoon other guests, including actors Linda Evans and Dennis Haysbert and TV director Paris Barclay, had arrived. related stories. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Queen Of TV Throws Royal Fete For Barack Obama Sep 9, 2007
Stevie Wonder performed for guests, who included Sidney Poitier, Forest Whitaker, Chris Rock, Cindy Crawford, Jimmy Connors, Linda Evans, Dennis Haysbert and many others. Will Smith, Jamie Foxx and Halle Berry also were expected, though it was unclear if they were in attendance. (CBS2.com, CA)
'24' to elect female president Jul 24, 2007
24' to elect female president - 07/24/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)
Female President Next for Fox's '24' Jul 24, 2007
The series has been an Oval Office groundbreaker before, with Dennis Haysbert playing President Palmer, the nation's first black president. Asked whether Fox would scrutinize scripts for potential election-year political content, Liguori said that, as with any show, "24" will be looked at "from a dramaturgical perspective, not a political perspective.". (Newsmax)
Fox's "24": "why not a female president?" Jul 23, 2007
The series has been an Oval Office groundbreaker before, with Dennis Haysbert playing President Palmer, the nation's first black president. "24" has been popular among Washington's elite. (Xinhuanet, China)
Stars announced for All-Star softball Jun 28, 2007
Also expected to attend are "Desperate Housewives" actor James Denton, Dennis Haysbert from "The Unit," Miss USA Rachel Smith, celebrity chef Bobby Flay, model/TV host Leeann Tweeden, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actor Jeff Garlin, "EXTRA" correspondent Jon Kelley, "Judging Amy" actor Marcus Giamatti, Counting Crows' David Bryson and Sal Iacono from "The Jimmy Kimmel Show." The Hollywood celebs will be joined by baseball Hall of Famers Dave Winfield, Ernie Banks, Gary Carter, Ozzie Smith, Rollie... (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Multiculture clash on TV Jun 15, 2007
Tassler also pointed out that she was pleased with Dennis Haysbert, the star of "The Unit," which is returning for its third season, and that African-American actor DB Woodside ("24") is one of the key stars of "Viva Laughlin.". NBC's Paula Madison, who was named recently to the newly created title of executive vice president of diversity, said her network's strategy was largely focused on promoting multicultural ensemble casts in new shows such as "Chuck," "Lipstick Jungle" and "Journeyman.". (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Concert in park offers double the pleasure Jun 2, 2007
Actor Dennis Haysbert (right, 24 ) is 53. Comedian Wayne Brady is 35. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Today in History Jun 2, 2007
Secondary Navigation. By The Associated Press Sat Jun 2, 12:01 AM ET. (Yahoo News)
* Rich man, poor man, beggar man, thief Jun 1, 2007
Starring: Chris Cooper (Robert Hanssen), Ryan Phillippe (Eric ONeill), Laura Linney (Kate Burroughs), Dennis Haysbert (Dean Plesac), Caroline Dhavernas (Juliana ONeill), Gary Cole (Rich Garces), Bruce Davison (John ONeill), Kathleen Quinlan (Bonnie Hanssen). Running Time: 110 Minutes. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
'Tomb Raider Collector's Edition' at GAME May 31, 2007
" Gaydar News Dennis Haysbert talks to DS about his role in The Unit and new movie Goodbye Bafana. On The Forums Now 08:40 08:26 07:47 07:46 07:45 07:15 06:35 01:00 00:49 00:44 00:37 00:27 00:19 00:13 23:47 23:37 23:24 23:14 22:58 22:53. (Digital Spy)
'Guitar Hero III' in development May 25, 2007
Gaming - News - 'Guitar Hero III' in development - Digital Spy. Guitar Hero III' in development. (Digital Spy)
Lara Croft to make her Wii debut May 16, 2007
Dennis Haysbert talks to DS about his role in The Unit and new movie Goodbye Bafana. On The Forums Now. (Digital Spy)
Allstate, Jackson to discuss using minority firms more May 16, 2007
Mr. Wilson defended Allstates record on diversity, citing the status of actor Dennis Haysbert, who is black, as the face of our company in TV ads, as well as the use of minority-owned contractors and suppliers. We have a lot of focus on (diversity), but were always looking to get better, he added. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Goodbye Bafana May 11, 2007
Director: Bille AugustScreenwriters: Greg Latter, Bille AugustStarring: Joseph Fiennes, Dennis Haysbert, Diane KrugerRunning time: 117 minutesCertificate: 15 ... The film charts the tale of South African prison guard James Gregory (Joseph Fiennes) as he keeps tabs on Nelson Mandela (Dennis Haysbert) back in 1968 ... Dennis Haysbert nails the physical and vocal Mandela-isms very well, although his portrayal may be slightly problematic for avid fans of action thriller 24 as hes so closely... (Digital Spy)
Why did they kill me off? May 10, 2007
Dennis Haysbert regrets returning to kill off his character in '24 ... Dennis Haysbert has landed the role of his life playing Nelson Mandela ... I m a little jet-lagged, warns Dennis Haysbert, dropping his trim 6ft 4in frame into a chintz armchair in a London hotel. (Belfast Telegraph)
L.A. Weekly Publishes 2nd Annual LA People Issue May 10, 2007
Celebrating the famous, infamous and unknown alike, LA People also includes interviews and articles on Edward James Olmos, Dennis Haysbert, John Hawkes, Jason Lee, Medusa, Robert Scheer, Reyes Rodriquez, Adelle Mildred, Selene Luna, Julius Shulman, Davendra Banhart and Henry Rollins. Flip through its pages and discover the raven-haired beauty who runs the mayor's powerful Board of Public Works, the unassuming farmers-market guy who grows the vegetables served at some of the best restaurants in... (PR Newswire)
Suspenseful hour Apr 25, 2007
His reason just happens to be that the man he totally respects former President Palmer (Dennis Haysbert) has been assassinated (did anyone see this coming. and his friends (Michelle Dessler was killed in an instant and Tony was critically injured) are being disposed of one by one too. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Hugh Hefner gives $2,300 to Clinton's '08 campaign Apr 17, 2007
Dennis Haysbert, the black actor who portrayed the president in the Fox show 24 before his character was assassinated last year, also gave to Obama ... Obama Jennifer Aniston Jackson Browne Morgan Freeman Tom Hanks Dennis Haysbert Tobey Maguire Barry Manilow Branford Marsalis Eddie Murphy Ed Norton Ben Stiller Gene Wilder Dodd Edie Brickell Michael Douglas Steve Martin Lorne Michaels Paul Newman Elisabeth Shue Paul Simon Joanne Woodward Edwards Larry David Seth Green Don Henley. (The Drudge Report)
New on DVD: 'Jonestown' will mesmerize Apr 13, 2007
Supremely cast actors, all of whom boogie to the tom-tom beat of the Indians' Chief Wahoo, include a then-unknown trio: Rene Russo, Wesley Snipes and Dennis Haysbert (only half-recognizable but with that give-away voice). Reissued in this "Wild Thing Edition," Major League now comes with extras that include an interview that highlights the film's influence on subsequent players and a profile on Uecker, who was impressed by how well Charlie Sheen could pitch. (USA Today -- Life)
You're in good hands with this elite actor Apr 1, 2007
The Unit stars Demore Barnes (from left), Scott Foley, Max Martini, Dennis Haysbert, Robert Patrick and Michael Irby ... PHILADELPHIA Everything about Dennis Haysbert invites trust. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Review: Cooper brilliant in OK 'Breach' Feb 19, 2007
A long, uniformly credible supporting cast (Laura Linney, Gary Cole, Dennis Haysbert) confirms how expert American actors have become at making subterfuge seem like business as usual. In the end, though, Ray's careful emphasis on authenticity over thrills and psychology over action is impeded by this narrative's narrow window: there's so much we can't know about what Hanssen did and why. (CNN -- Showbiz)
'Tuya' nabs top prize at Berlin fest Feb 18, 2007
With few standout pics, this year's fest went down as one of the most uneventful of recent years, although the Berlinale did serve as a strong platform for the world and European premieres of Zack Snyder's "300" (which got a standing ovation from its enthusiastic audience) and Clint Eastwood's "Letters From Iwo Jima.Stars at this year's fest included Gerald Butler, Clint Eastwood, Robert De Niro, Matt Damon, Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett, Jamie Bell, Sharon Stone, Timothy Hutton, Joseph Fiennes,... (Variety)
Hunting the Golden Bear| Feb 17, 2007
Dennis Haysbert and Diane Kruger star in the moving story of how Nelson Mandela changed the life and views of a white warden ... The film, which had German, French, Belgian, British, Italian and South African backing, features Joseph Fiennes ('Shakespeare in Love') as a prison guard who grows close to Nelson Mandela, played by US actor Dennis Haysbert, during his years behind bars. (iAfrica.com)
'Breach' belongs to Cooper's Hanssen Feb 17, 2007
Major talents Quinlan, Linney, Dennis Haysbert and Bruce Davison all seem marginal. Phillippe has grown past hottie status but remains a touch bland, as his rather callow smartness meets the highly dominant Cooper. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Suspenseful 'Breach' investigates a spy's faith, crimes Feb 16, 2007
O'Neill's superiors, led by agents Burroughs (Laura Linney ) and Plesac (Dennis Haysbert ), needed him to find a smoking gun. The problem was that Hanssen, paranoid by temperament and necessity, wasn't the sort to leave smoking guns lying around. (Boston Globe)
Cooper shines, spies lie craftily in 'Breach' Feb 16, 2007
Dennis Haysbert and Gary Cole offer sturdy support in fleeting roles as agents involved in the pursuit of Hanssen. "Breach" provides virtually no insight into why Hanssen sold out his country and his comrades. (The Standard-Times, MA)
'Breach' **** Feb 16, 2007
Cast: Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Caroline Dhavernas, Dennis Haysbert ... Other strong character work comes from Dennis Haysbert (Jarhead) and Gary Cole (One Hour Photo, Talladega Nights), as FBI agents. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Open up to 'Breach' Feb 16, 2007
Breach* * * out of fourStars: Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Dennis Haysbert, Kathleen QuinlanDirector: Billy RayDistributor: Universal PicturesRating: PG-13 for violence, sexual content and languageRunning time: 1 hour, 50 minutes Opens today nationwide. Trust 'Breach' for action, intrigue. (USA Today -- Life)
Movie openings Feb 15, 2007
Laura Linney and Dennis Haysbert also star. Opens Friday at Rave Motion Pictures Pensacola 18, Breeze Cinema 8. (Pensacola News Journal)
Breach is a truly adult thriller Feb 15, 2007
Starring: Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Dennis Haysbert, Aaron AbramsDirector: Billy RayRun time: 1 hour, 50 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13. A bond develops, in spite of the fact that Hanssen is suspicious and ONeill feels less and less comfortable with his role as an informer. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Shadows of doubt Feb 15, 2007
And the cast, though terrific, is a B movie cast, without an A-lister within 100 miles of this thing: Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Gary Cole, Dennis Haysbert ... I doubt whether the FBI has functionaries who resemble Laura Linney, Gary Cole and Dennis Haysbert (who knows. (Buffalo News -- Arts)
24's Palmer must go Feb 14, 2007
Glad to see someone caught the Dennis Haysbert photo on the homepage. Posted by: Richard at February 14, 2007 09:28 AM Post a comment. (The Palm Beach Post)
South Africa: Mandela Movie Front-Runner in Berlin Feb 13, 2007
After its showing in the competition Sunday, U.S. actor Dennis Haysbert, who plays Mandela, was roundly cheered by some 500 journalists attending the post-film press conference. Goodbye Bafana tells the unvarnished story of the brutal apartheid regime of the Nationalist Party, and Mandela's 27-year internment with his closest comrades, most of it spent on Robben Island. (allAfrica.com)
Mandela movie launches in Berlin Feb 13, 2007
The film stars Dennis Haysbert and British actor Joseph Fiennes ... Based on the memoirs of James Gregory, who guarded Mr Mandela for 20 years, it features ex-24 star Dennis Haysbert as the jailed anti-apartheid campaigner. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Breach' opens window on real-life spy vs. spy saga Feb 12, 2007
Dean Plesac: Dennis Haysbert. Bonnie Hanssen: Kathleen Quinlan. (Playfuls.com)
See the full review Feb 12, 2007
James Gregory - Joesph Fiennes Nelson Mandela - Dennis Haysbert Gloria Gregory - Diane Kruger Winnie Mandela - Faith Ndukwana Zindzi Mandela - Terry Pheto Walter Sisulu - Lesley Mongezi Raymond Mhlaba - Zingi Mtuzula. Goodbye Bafana' tells of the friendship between one-time political prisoner and South African Prime Minister Nelson Mandela (Dennis Haysbert) and his prison warden James Gregory (Joesph Fiennes) ... Yarn begins in 1968 when prison warden James Gregory (Joseph Fiennes) begins work... (Variety)
Madiba makes it to the big screen Feb 12, 2007
Goodbye Bafana' was shot in the South African prisons where Mandela spent 27 years of his life and stars US actor Dennis Haysbert as the liberation hero and Joseph Fiennes as the guard. When they first meet at the infamous Robben Island jail in 1968 the guard, James Gregory, believes Mandela should have been hanged as a terrorist but his racist views soon make way for respect for the dignified prisoner. (iAfrica.com)
Watch That '70s Show on FOX19 To Win "Breach" Movie Passes Feb 6, 2007
Cast: Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Dennis Haysbert, Caroline Dhavernas, Gary Cole, Kathleen Quinlan. Directed by: Billy Ray. (FOX19.com, OH)
'I'd like to squash it' Jan 14, 2007
As the Olds lurches off the building, pitchman Dennis Haysbert intones: "Now would be a good time to have Accident Forgiveness. Are you in Good Hands?". To create the spot, which cost nearly $1 million, Publicis Groupe's Leo Burnett hired director Phil Joanou (of the movie "U2 Rattle and Hum"). (The Standard-Times, MA)
De Niro and Soderbergh take Good movies to Berlin Jan 5, 2007
Other competition include Bille August's Goodbye Bafana, starring Joseph Fiennes and Dennis Haysbert, about a white prison guard who befriends Nelson Mandela, and Irina Palm from Belgian director Sam Garbarski, which features a star turn by Marianne Faithfull as a widow who takes a job in a sex club. Rounding out the roster are Christian Petzold's German tale Yella, about a woman who flees a bad marriage, and South Korean auteur Park Chan-wook's I Am A Cyborg But That's OK, which follows a... (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Best and worst TV of 2006 Jan 3, 2007
The killing of Edgar Stiles on "24": We understand the logic behind the shocking assassination of President David Palmer; along with setting the entire fifth season in motion, this killing enabled Dennis Haysbert to go on to the successful CBS series "The Unit." But Edgar. Having this lovable character (played by Louis Lombardi) felled by a Sentox nerve-gas attack on CTU headquarters was just cold -- and totally unnecessary. (NorthJersey.com, NJ)
more » Dec 31, 2006
Billy Ray directs a cast that also includes Dennis Haysbert, Laura Linney, Gary Cole and Bruce Davison. PG-13. (CTNow.com)
Haysbert proudly commands Unit Dec 8, 2006
Jae C. Hong / APHigh school athlete Dennis Haysbert ultimately preferred the effect acting could have on audiences: If I did my job right, I could make them cheer but if I did my job right, I couldalso quiet them ... NEW YORK - Dennis Haysbert makes no secret of the satisfaction he gets from his role on The Unit. (MSNBC -- Television)
DEITSCH:A Q&A with Major League slugger Pedro Cerrano. Nov 20, 2006
Q&A: Dennis Haysbert ... Last week SI writer Richard Deitsch interviewed actor Dennis Haysbert (Major League, 24) for the magazine's Q&A. The 52-year-old actor plays a special forces operative on CBS's The Unit. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
One name says it all at Shootout Oct 17, 2006
Actor Dennis Haysbert walks Riverbend Golf Club on Sunday during the pro-am portion of the Save Mart Shootout. The two-day event culminates today, with a 9 a.m. clinic led by Peter Jacobsen followed by the best-ball Shootout starting at 10:12. (Fresno Bee)
Actors will tee it up at Riverbend Oct 13, 2006
Dennis Haysbert from "The Unit," Esai Morales from "La Bamba" and "N.Y.P.D. Blue" and Max Martini from "Saving Private Ryan" and "The Unit" are scheduled to participate in the charity golf tournament, according to Russ Gill of Hollywood Allstars Celebrity Sports, a promotion company. Tickets cost $10 for Sunday, $20 for Monday and $25 for a two-day spectator ticket. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Haysbert Says 'Unit' Built On 'Truth' Oct 11, 2006
(CBS) Dennis Haysbert became a superstar when he played President David Palmer on "24." He then brought some of his star power to CBS and is now starring in the military drama "The Unit," as leader Jonas Blane. "The Unit" follows a covert team of special forces operatives as they risk their lives on undercover missions around the globe. (CBS News)
Compelling 'Battlestar' pulls fans into its orbit Oct 5, 2006
Yes, TV today is filled with post-9/11 reflections, but most come as wish-fulfillment: unassailable heroes, embodied by the likes of Kiefer Sutherland and Dennis Haysbert, conquering black-hearted enemies. These shows can make you cheer if you need escape, but they won't make you think. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Vote, blog on your favorite TV shows Sep 21, 2006
I know, I know, Jonas Blane (Dennis Haysbert) would be so disappointed in me. Clearly, I m not tough enough to serve under his command in The Unit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New DVDs: Stick It, My Name is Earl Sep 19, 2006
The Unit: Season 1 Dennis Haysbert and Robert Patrick star in this military drama centered on a Special Forces team handling covert missions. A four-disc set contains the first 13 episodes of the series created by playwright David Mamet and Shawn Ryan (The Shield), the latter providing commentary on one episode. (MSNBC -- Movies)
