Garnett is big name from a small town Apr 7, 2008
While actor Orlando Jones is also from there, Mauldin's most famous native is Kevin Maurice Garnett, who was born there May 19, 1976. Juan G. Hernandez Abrams, a Celtics fan from Greenville, S.C., his wife, and their two children came to Charlotte to see the Celtics' 101-78 victory over the Bobcats Saturday night. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Tune-In Highlight Consideration ... Let The Games Begin Mar 18, 2008
Eddie Murphy, Anthony Anderson, Melyssa Ford, Orlando Jones, Mekhi Phifer, Floyd Mayweather, Ludacris, Nelly, T.I., Juelz Santana and Lil Jon Featured In Both Original Series ... At 10:30 PM*, BET raises the stakes with BLACK POKER STARS INVITATIONAL. Hosted by actor and funny man Katt Williams and the self-proclaimed "Black Robin Leach" Kenny Burns, celebrity poker players Anthony Anderson, Nelly, Kevin Hart, Miguel Nunez Jr., Eddie Griffin, Orlando Jones, Faizon Love, Eva Pigford, Wood Harris... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hollywood huddles to restart talks Dec 13, 2007
WGA pickets continued Wednesday with several hundred supporters at the Diversity Day at Paramount, including Kimberly Elise, Frances Fisher, Katherine Heigl, Orlando Jones, T.R. Knight, Rex Lee, Sara Ramirez, Tracee Ellis Ross and Isaiah Washington. An NBC insider confirmed Wednesday that several WGA members disrupted Tuesday's taping of NBC's "Last Call With Carson Daly." As Daly was interviewing a guest, two scribes stood up and began heckling the host, who is not a member of the WGA.. (Variety)
In brief: Peter Jackson plans new sci-fi project Nov 3, 2007
David Arquette, Orlando Jones and Matthew Lillard have joined Jack Black on the comedy Ye Olde Times, a picture about rival modern-day troupes of medieval actors who perform in Renaissance fairs. Black will narrate the tale in the character of Professor Shockworthy. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Starz Entertainment's Weekly Hot Items List November 12 - 18 Nov 2, 2007
Saturday, November 17 Starz Saturday Premiere Primeval - (Brooke Langton, Orlando Jones, Dominic Purcell) 9 p.m. on Starz A news team is sent to South Africa to capture and bring home a legendary 25-foot crocodile. Their difficult task turns potentially deadly when a warlord targets them for death. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BET’s Revival Mission Oct 6, 2007
BUFU features actor Orlando Jones (Mad TV) and Everybody Hates Chris s Ali LeRoi. In 2008, the network will debut its first live-action, original scripted series, Somebodies. (Multichannel News)
What did Paris announce at pre-VMAs? Sep 10, 2007
"I'm not the one to be asking how to fix that disaster," said Orlando Jones, who spent his day at Caesars Palace's Style Villa gifting suite handing out free samples of his new clothing line, GangStirRock, which hits boutiques next month. Jones said Spears' entourage also came by shopping for her, while Nelly came himself to pick out a hoodie. (USA Today -- Life)
BET Networks Announces Key New Hires and Promotions in Its Entertainment Division Sep 5, 2007
As a television talent executive and producer, Audrey LaCatis Onyeike has worked on a wide range of programming, including the Emmy Award-winning Chris Rock Show for HBO, the Vibe Awards, Showtime At The Apollo, Martin Scorsese's Salute to the Blues, The Orlando Jones Show, The World Music Awards, The World Sports Awards, The Prince's Trust Urban Music Festival, and VH1's post-9/11 tribute, The Concert For New York. Onyeike has also produced electronic press kits for some of music's biggest... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Stargate's Chris Judge, 24's Brad Turner Partner for Rage of Angels (2) Aug 21, 2007
" The timing, by the way, is perfect for a Comic-Con 2008 unveiling. Posted by on July 31, 2007 HDNet just announced that they have acquired the HD rights to the first twenty-six episodes of Torchwood, the darker cousin spin-off of BBC's Dr. Who series starring John Barrowman as Captain Jack Harkness. We re thrilled to be airing Torchwood in HD, said Mark Cuban, president and co-founder of HDNet. This is certainly a Russell T. Davies signature show. Torchwood explores adult themes and doesn't... (Multichannel News)
At Comic-Con, Geeks Wield Power Aug 8, 2007
The network also unveiled the Vin Diesel-produced animated series Hannibal, The Conquerer and touted Orlando Jones s animated sketch comedy BUFU.. We re creating a black mythology, senior vice president of animation Denys Cowan declared. (Multichannel News)
Dallas Austin opens his crib to MTV Aug 2, 2007
Not because the Grammy-winning music (TLC, Madonna), film ("ATL," "Drumline") and TV ("The Orlando Jones Show") producer thinks his image is tarnished or anything. Oh no.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
ComicCon: BET Executives Unveil Hannibal, Tout BUFU Jul 31, 2007
Posted by on July 30, 2007 One of the more interesting, and sadly overlooked, events at ComicCon was BET's animation panel featuring actor/producer Orlando Jones and BET's senior vice president for animation Denys Cowen ... BET unveiled their new Vin Diesel-produced animated series Hannibal The Conquerer (based on the life of the ancient North African warrior) and touted Orlando Jones' satirical animation comedy Bufu. (Multichannel News)
BET Networks Gets Animated With 'BUFU,' Dons Its 'SUNDAY BEST' and Debates 'HIP HOP VS. AMERICA' at the Summer 2007 Television Critics Association Tour Jul 17, 2007
Other anticipated programs include B.U.F.U., an animated sketch comedy show produced by Orlando Jones and Ali LeRoi and SUNDAY BEST, a nationwide search for America's next great gospel singer ... It's an animated sketch comedy show in the tradition of SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE and SCTV, from the brilliant and hilarious minds of executive producers Orlando Jones (MAD TV) and Ali LeRoi (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS). (PR Newswire)
Earthquake in town Jun 9, 2007
" Earthquake also has appeared as a guest on "The Orlando Jones Show," "The 'Dennis Miller Show" and Comedy Central's "Weekend at D.L.'s. " In addition to his live work, he's played in the major motion pictures "Getting Played," starring Vivica Fox and Bill Bellamy, "Clerks II" and provided his voice in the animated film, "Barnyard. (The Daily Reflector)
Hollywood's Herbivore hotties Jun 6, 2007
Alyssa Milano, who stars in PETA's upcoming "Let Vegetarianism Grow On You" campaign; Pam Anderson; Tobey Maguire; Common; Morrissey (the "Meat Is Murder" singer); Forest Whitaker; David Duchovny; Joaquin Phoenix (who wore vegan cowboy boots as Johnny Cash in "Walk the Line"); Milo Ventimiglia; Shania Twain; Orlando Jones; Carrie Underwood ("America Idol's" alum says she'd rather sing to cows than eat them); Alicia Silverstone; Mos Def; Def Leppard's Phil Collen; Ed Begley Jr.; Paul McCartney;... (Sun-Sentinel.com)
BET unveils massive lineup Apr 19, 2007
BET has unveiled the most ambitious lineup of originals in the network's 26-year history -- a slate of 16 new series that includes projects from Will Smith, Vin Diesel, D.L. Hughley and Orlando Jones ... Orlando Jones' series, "Bufu," is an animated sketch-comedy half-hour created and voiced by Jones and Ali LeRoi ("Everybody Hates Chris"). (Variety)
BET Upfront '07 Invites Advertisers to 'Follow The Leader' with an Innovative Slate of 16 Original Shows Apr 19, 2007
PREMIERING FALL 2007 Animation -- BUFU - Two of the funniest guys in the business team up to create an animated sketch comedy show for BET. Orlando Jones (MAD TV) and Ali LeRoi (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS) have teamed up to create BUFU, an animated sketch comedy show in the tradition of SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE and SCTV. PREMIERING FALL 2007 -- HANNIBAL - He was an African King that conquered the world -- the greatest military strategist in the history of warfare. Executive produced by Vin Diesel and his... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Paula Deen's coming to town Apr 11, 2007
Comedian Orlando Jones is 39. Singer-actress Mandy Moore is 23. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Today in History - April 10 Apr 10, 2007
Actor-comedian Orlando Jones is 39. Singer Kenny Lattimore is 37. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
This Day in History Apr 10, 2007
Actor- comedian Orlando Jones is 39. Singer Mandy Moore is 23. (Montana Standard, MT)
STUDIO BRIEFING TV: March 21, 2007 Mar 22, 2007
Wednesday, March 21st, 2007 - Orlando Jones is a rookie cop in ABC's comedy. Wednesday, March 21st, 2007 - Brothers & Sisters, Men in Trees and Ugly Betty return for a second season. (MovieWeb)
I Think I Love My Wife Mar 18, 2007
Then genuine temptation walks into his life in the form of Nikki (Kerry Washington), the super-hot ex-flame of an old pal (Orlando Jones in a cameo). Nikki comes to Richard under the guise of friendship but her frequent visits to his office and their long lunches suggest her motives are more than platonic; at least that's what Richard's co-workers (including Steve Buscemi as the office lothario) suspect. (IGN FilmForce)
Grady students fight fashion anorexia Mar 16, 2007
After his fabulous fund-raiser at the Georgia Aquarium, Dallas Austin could be found soaking up the night life at Trois with N Sync alum J.C. Chasez and actor Orlando Jones. ON SALE. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
2,600 dogs compete for 131st Westminster title Feb 12, 2007
A substitute (Orlando Jones) holds Chris to a higher standard on "Everybody Hates Chris" (8 p.m., CW, TV-PG). "Antiques Roadshow" (8 p.m., PBS) arrives in Tucson, Ariz. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Still Playing Feb 11, 2007
Primeval (Thriller, 94 minutes) Starring Dominic Purcell, Orlando Jones, Brooke Langton, Gideon Emery, Jurgen Prochnow. Directed by Michael Katleman. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Films for the Big Game Feb 3, 2007
"The Replacements" (2000): During a football strike, a retired coach (Gene Hackman) is drafted back onto the field to lead a team of scabs (including Keanu Reeves, Orlando Jones, Jon Favreau and Rhys Ifans). "Invincible" (2006): Utterly predictable, yet surprisingly engaging retelling of the amazing story of Vince Papale (Mark Wahlberg), who landed a permanent spot on the Philadelphia Eagles roster during an open tryout session intended to generate free publicity for the team. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Less-than-enchanting 'Invisibles' Jan 20, 2007
Yet the script often crackles and Orlando Jones as the droll cameraman gives expert spin to the best lines. And though the very idea of a beastie movie set against actual human tragedy seems tacky, the war and its victims are not given short shrift. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Disney's 'Primeval' nothing but a crock Jan 17, 2007
Starring Dominic Purcell, Orlando Jones, Brooke Langton and Jurgen Prochnow ... " You've seen that oft-repeated PBS documentary on Gustav, the man-eating African croc? "Primeval" is an absurd Disney fictionalization of his tale, that of a 25- to 30-foot Burundi crocodile who eats and eats and eats Africans in the middle of nowhere. But when the film begins, he chomps down on a European (white) pathologist. Not smart. "He's like O.J. Simpson," cracks TV cameraman Steven (Orlando Jones). "He... (Buffalo News -- Entertainment)
Horrors of 'Primeval' go way beyond one really bad croc Jan 16, 2007
Starring Dominic Purcell, Orlando Jones and Brooke Langton ... "Prison Break" star Dominic Purcell is Tim, who reluctantly leads this group, along with his cameraman (Orlando Jones) and a foxy animal expert (Brooke Langton). (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Stomp' leads holiday box office Jan 16, 2007
It stars Dominic Purcell and Orlando Jones, and was released by Walt Disney Co.. Arthur and the Invisibles, directed by French filmmaker Luc Besson, stars Freddie Highmore and Mia Farrow, while Robert De Niro, David Bowie and Madonna lead the voice cast. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Weekend box-office: Museum gets stomped Jan 15, 2007
The "croc shock" movie which stars Orlando Jones and Prison Break star Dominic Purcell took in almost $6 million from 2,444 locations. Disney released the thriller without advance screening to critics a sure sign impending doom awaited pic upon release. (Monsters and Critics.com)
‘Yard' stomps competition at weekend box office Jan 15, 2007
Disney's Primeval, a thriller with Dominic Purcell and Orlando Jones as part of a news crew pursuing a serial killer, premiered at No. 8 with $6-million. Expanding to nationwide release after a limited run in December to qualify for the Academy Awards, Arthur and the Invisibles, a live-action and animated family film from the Weinstein Co. and MGM, was No. 9 with $4. (Globe and Mail)
Dance movie stomps the box-office competition Jan 15, 2007
Disney's Primeval, a thriller with Dominic Purcell and Orlando Jones as part of a news crew pursuing a killer crocodile, opened at No. 8 with $6-million. More Arts Stories. (Globe and Mail)
"Primeval" a toothless monster movie Jan 14, 2007
In pursuit of him for a big story are three journalists: Tim Manfrey (Dominic Purcell of Fox's "Prison Break"), all too eager to get out of the country after a recent professional disgrace; Steven Johnson (Orlando Jones), his wisecracking cameraman; and Aviva Masters (Brooke Langton), a comely young reporter who seems to be enjoying favored status because of her relationship with a top executive. They are accompanied, in true "Jaws" fashion, by the crocodile hunter Quint, uh, Jacob Krieg (Jurgen... (Reuters)
A monster movie with a message Jan 13, 2007
Orlando Jones and Brooke Langton are part of a TV crew looking for a giant crocodile in "Primeval." (joe alblas/HOLLYWOOD PICTURES COMPANY) ... The producer is the macho Tim (Dominic Purcell of TV's "Prison Break"), the on-air talent the earnest and bimbotic Aviva (Brooke Langton, "Melrose Place"), the cameraman/comic relief played gratingly by Orlando Jones. (Boston Globe)
ADVENTURE TALE A CROCK Jan 13, 2007
" Well, that settles it. I thought we were dealing with those wussy crocs from Tanzania. Can we please just get on to the dismembering? As the gang spends most of the movie standing on riverbanks or piers rescuing dogs, trading quips and otherwise giving the poor croc the munchies - you'll be rooting for Gustave all the way - there are some briefly amusing action scenes; I liked the idea of Gustave crunching his way into a Range Rover as though searching for a cup holder. With the exception of a... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Primeval (1 star out 5) Jan 13, 2007
Primeval'Cast: Dominic Purcell, Orlando Jones, Brooke Langton, Jurgen Prochnow ... "He's like O.J. Simpson," cracks TV cameraman Steven (Orlando Jones). (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Primeval Interview Jan 12, 2007
But when producer Tim Freeman (Purcell), cameraman Steven Johnson (Orlando Jones) and the rest of their rag-tag team set out on a journey up-river in search of the colossal croc, they have no idea just how killer a story they are after. In the middle of a country suffering from the carnage of a civil war, the reptile has become increasingly accustomed to the taste of human flesh and has evolved into a cunning serial killer. (IGN FilmForce)
Latest movie releases Jan 12, 2007
(R -- strong graphic violence, brutality, terror, language) -- A news team (Dominic Purcell and Orlando Jones) is sent to South Africa to capture and bring home a legendary 25-foot crocodile. The stakes are raised even higher when a warlord targets them for death. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Projection Booth: Can Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown Silence 'Night'? Jan 12, 2007
So out of nowhere comes this one starring Dominic Purcell ("Prison Break") and Orlando Jones, both of whom have their fingers crossed for "Anaconda"-like success. Last but not least is the long-awaited release of "Alpha Dog" (see ). (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Primeval' release date moved to Jan. 12 Jan 3, 2007
"Primeval" stars Dominic Purcell and Orlando Jones. Disney did not comment on why the sudden move was made. (Washington Times, DC)
