Seniors (Nov. 12) Nov 11, 2008
On Nov. 12 at 1 p.m., the movie will be Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, as we celebrate the career of Paul Newman this month at the movies. A donation of $1 is suggested. (Newton Tab, MA)
Jim Lamb | Green Valley NewsBruce Andre of Sonoita casually strums his guitar during the Empire Ranch roundup last Sunday in Sonoita. Hundreds of fun-seekers packed the ranch this past weekend, looking to learn about the Old West and the old-fashioned cowboy way of life.\0\0 Nov 9, 2008
Parts of a score of movies and TV series were filmed on and around the ranch, including Red River with John Wayne, Oklahoma with Gordon McRae and Shirley Jones, Duel In the Sun with Jennifer Jones and Gregory Peck, Hombre with Paul Newman, Gunfight at the O.K. Corral with Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas and Winchester 73 with James Stewart and Shelly Winters. On Sunday, the east side of the ranch house and corrals was pretty much turned over to cattle ranching activities. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Last gasps of summer a reminder that life isn’t so bad Nov 8, 2008
My hero Paul Newman passed away. The news reports that the infamous wolf delisting went sour. (Missoulian, MT)
This year's Antarctic ozone hole is 5th biggest Nov 7, 2008
That's considered "moderately large," NASA atmospheric scientist Paul Newman said in a statement. NASA has tracked the size of the hole for 30 years. (Yahoo News)
Daniel Craig focuses on James Bond Nov 7, 2008
"The best thing I can say about Paul Newman was he worried about his craft and worried about what he was doing. He talked it through, and when he got it right it pleased him and when he got it wrong it really (ticked) him off," Craig says. "I thought, 'You're in your 70s, this is the twilight of your career; other people would be sitting back and saying, "I'll show up, say the lines and take the check. (USA Today)
Council on Aging Notes Nov 6, 2008
This month we feature a retrospective of films by Paul Newman Nov 7: The Color of Money (1986), Nov 14: The life and times of Judge Roy Bean (1972), Nov 21: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958), Nov 28: Cool Hand Luke. Come in out of the cold and enjoy a film in the company of old friends or new. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Haunts of 'Road to Perdition' bad guy featured in Rock Island tour Nov 5, 2008
The new publication grew out of a smaller sheet hastily compiled in 2002 to accompany the release of the movie Road to Perdition, starring the late Paul Newman as a character based on Looney. I can t tell you how many times I had to reprint (that brochure), city planner Jill Doak said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Hardly anything about politics Nov 4, 2008
Ruthe Stein's already written about last Monday's night's benefit for the Painted Turtle, an L.A.-area camp that's part of the Paul Newman Hole in the Wall group of camps for sick kids, but a few grains are still gleanable. Most all the guests - and those here for Tuesday's showing of "Milk" - stayed at the Ritz Carlton. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Calif. Gay-Marriage Advocates Get Personal Nov 3, 2008
Within days of his homily, Farrow was relieved as the St. Paul Newman Center's pastor and suspended without pay for contradicting church teachings and bringing scandal to his parish. He has retained a lawyer for a disciplinary hearing; the diocese has not commented on the case. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Actor Was Joaquin Unsteadily Nov 3, 2008
The two-time Oscar nominee ("Walk the Line" and "Gladiator") showed up to a tribute to Paul Newman last week in San Francisco and "was out of it," said one attendee. Other actors were performing scenes and readings, but Phoenix just got up and walked out. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Enviros Go Nuclear, But Not in a Good Way Nov 1, 2008
After Paul Newman died on September 26, news broke that, although he contributed to environmental causes, he was also a secret supporter of something anathema to environmentalists: nuclear power ... The Monday following Paul Newmans death, three environmental groups filed a lawsuit in federal district court in Phoenix demanding that the Secretary of the Interior be compelled to withdraw more than a million acres of federal land from uranium mining. (Townhall.com)
Top-Earning Dead Celebrities Nov 1, 2008
Paul Newman left a legacy richer than the movies he made. In Pictures. (Forbes)
Leach looting Big 12, but might be marooned in Lubbock Oct 31, 2008
"There was a movie with Paul Newman called The Verdict," Leach said. "They ask him about the justice system and he says, 'The justice system doesn't give you justice, it gives you a shot at justice.' "A shot at it is better than nothing. (CBS News)
Commission candidates spar over alternative energy Oct 30, 2008
The three Democratic challengers - Cochise County supervisor Paul Newman, former state senator Sandra Kennedy and former Deputy Secretary of State Sam George - have been campaigning as the "Solar Team.". The commission regulates utilities, securities sales and pipeline and railroad safety. (FOX 11, AZ)
An Excercise In Tolerance Oct 30, 2008
Jane Anderson's 'Quality of Life' at ACT. Article:Jane Anderson's 'Quality of Life' at ACT:/c/a/2008/10/28/DDMT13OUE2. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Elvis: Top earning dead celeb Oct 30, 2008
Also new to the list was Paul Newman, who died last month aged 83, who brought in around $5 million with his salad dressings and other enterprises ... Paul Newman - $5m 12. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Joaquin Phoenix retiring Oct 30, 2008
Oct. 29, 2008 01:13 PM BANG Showbiz. Joaquin Phoenix is retiring from acting. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Oct 30, 2008
Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. DTL Article:JACK PAAR / 1918-2004 / Affable, emotional TV host turn:/c/a/2004/01/28/MNGQ04JDB91. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
No 'Pretty Woman 2' - Julia Oct 30, 2008
Roberts who paid tribute to late actor Paul Newman with a reading at The World Of Nick Adams event earlier that evening also explained the odd patch of pink hair she was sporting. She said: "Well, my daughter Hazel said: 'Mommy, I wish you had pink hair, and I said: 'Well, I don't know if all of it would look nice, so I just did a little patch!". (iAfrica.com)
Jane Anderson's 'Quality of Life' at ACT Oct 30, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008. When Jane Anderson hears the arguments behind Proposition 8, the ballot measure that would eliminate the right of same-sex couples to marry in California, she feels waves of anger. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Obama breaks ground tonight with 30-minute ad Oct 30, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008. (10-28) 18:04 PDT SAN FRANCISCO. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ledger Debuts On Richest Dead Celeb List Oct 30, 2008
Even though they're no longer with us, Heath Ledger, Paul Newman and some other celebs continue to bring in paychecks ... Other dead celebs whose projects, merchandise or licensing deals keep the money coming in include Aaron Spelling, Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, Andy Warhol, Marilyn Monroe, Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, James Dean and some others. (Click2Houston, TX)
Elvis Presley, Heath Ledger Top List Of Highest-Earning Dead Celebs Oct 30, 2008
Forbes list also names Charles Schulz, Albert Einstein, John Lennon, Paul Newman and Marvin Gaye. by Chris Harris. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Paul Newman camp benefit a star draw Oct 29, 2008
The staged reading was a benefit for one of a consortium of camps started by Paul Newman for children with life-threatening illnesses. In opening remarks, Mayor Gavin Newsom referred to the camp as "the Purple Turtle." His wife, Jennifer Siebel, corrected him saying it is "the Painted Turtle." The mayor may have been distracted by Siebel's fetching purple cocktail dress. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Russia's Sweetheart Oct 29, 2008
Needless to say, it was a crowd that appreciated Redford s comments, including his admission that he s been sad lately a reference to the death of his pal, Paul Newman. But other wise Redford, an avowed environmentalist, said he saw hope in the future, and besides Stevens s conviction. (Fox News)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Oct 29, 2008
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Davis calls energy crisis over Oct 29, 2008
State of emergency, in effect since '01, revoked. Friday, November 14, 2003. (Yahoo News -- Utility Industry Deregulation)
Homeless tally open to debate Oct 29, 2008
At Davies, Jack, Julia and other celebs help a Paul Newman charity. Photos. (Yahoo News -- Homelessness)
Tap 'er Light: Careful what you say Oct 28, 2008
Significant moments In Field of Dreams, the greatest movie ever made that didn't star Paul Newman, Dr. Graham tells Ray, "We don't recognize our most significant moments while they're happening." A year ago today, though, I certainly did. I was watching the Bears lose to the Lions with my dad. (Montana Standard, MT)
Stars turn out for Newman's fundraiser Oct 28, 2008
Paul Newman attends the Singers and Songs Celebrate Tony Bennett's 80th birthday event at the Kodak Theater on November 9, 2006 in Hollywood, California ... A host of stars including Tom Hanks, Jack Nicholson, Julia Roberts and Sean Penn turned out for an annual fundraiser for late actor Paul Newman's children's charity. (FOX23.com, OK)
Hollywood's A-list turns out for Newman charity Oct 28, 2008
From left, Julia Roberts, Rita Wilson, Sean Penn, and Robin Wright Penn take part in the curtain call for the staged reading of "The World of Nick Adams," to benefit the Painted Turtle, Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall California Camp, at the Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, Monday, Oct. 27, 2008 ... SAN FRANCISCO A Hollywood who's-who turned out for an annual fundraiser for Paul Newman's children's camp that doubled as a tribute to the late actor ... From left, Danny DeVito, Bruce Willis,... (Florida Times-Union)
States top CEOs gave mostly to Coleman Oct 27, 2008
Of course, Franken, a former TV comedian, also drew support from a number of celebrity donors, including actor Tom Hanks, talk-show host Rosie O Donnell, Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels and the late Paul Newman. Franken clearly has a national base of donors, more so than any other Democrat in that race would have, Olson said, adding that the race s national prominence probably also has helped draw more out-of-state donations. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Wilson thinks Indy 300 start will cause 'chaos' Oct 26, 2008
Wilson and his Newman/Haas/Lanigan teammate Graham Rahal, who will start from 13th in the 24-car field, both have decals on their cars dedicated to actor Paul Newman, one of the founders of the team and who died last month. Both drivers have said they'd like to win this race for their former team owner. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Sam George spends big bucks in bid for seat on commission Oct 26, 2008
George, who helped pass the Clean Elections Act in 1998, used Clean Elections matching-fund rules to his team's advantage during the primary, when he spent freely and triggered matching money for his teammates Sandra Kennedy and Paul Newman, as well as Democrat Kara Kelty, who lost in the primary ... Democrats Paul Newman (left), Sandra Kennedy and Sam George are running as the "Solar Team" in the Corporation Commission race. (AZCentral -- Business)
Newman was among rare breed of star Oct 25, 2008
Sure, the talent would have been there, the classic good looks, the magnetism, the easy charm. But the privacy he demanded (and won), which helped establish and solidify his mystique as a bona fide movie star, never would have been afforded him in our tabloid-driven, celebrity-obsessed culture. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Russo talked about new book, Paul Newman, Gloversville, N.Y. Oct 25, 2008
He co-wrote the 1998 film "Twilight" with director Robert Benton, who also adapted and directed Russo's "Nobody's Fool" into a 1994 film of the same name starring the late Paul Newman. Russo wrote the teleplay for the HBO adaptation of his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Empire Falls," as well as the screenplay for the 2005 film "Ice Harvest.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
The Citizen's Cinema Oct 24, 2008
TheCitizensCinema wrote on Sep 28, 2008 11:16 PM:" We lost one of film's finest personalities this weekend when Paul Newman passed away at 83.His most towering works - which ironically don't include "The Towering Inferno," in my opinion - don't need my exaltation. But if you've never seen "Cool Hand Luke," "The Hustler" or "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," stop reading and start renting.Though not his most popular film - depending on whom you ask - "Slap Shot" retains a connection to central... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Newman team back for first race since his death Oct 24, 2008
Paul Newman's team is back in the pits - Racing - SI.com ... The team partly founded by late actor Paul Newman was back on the track ... SURFERS PARADISE, Australia (AP) -- One of the most successful teams in auto racing is back in the pits this week for its first race since team founder and actor Paul Newman died last month. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Edwards, Biffle not conceding Oct 24, 2008
NEWMAN TEAM BACK IN THE PITS: One of the most successful teams in auto racing is back in the pits this week for its first race since team founder and actor Paul Newman died last month. During Friday's practice at Surfers Paradise, Australia, the Newman/Haas/Lanigan cars of Justin Wilson and Graham Rahal featured small decals honoring Newman's life. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Arizona's Olson retires after 24 seasons Oct 24, 2008
AUTO RACING: One of the most successful teams in auto racing is back in the pits this week for its first race since team founder and actor Paul Newman died last month. The Newman/Haas/Lanigan cars of Justin Wilson and Graham Rahal featured small decals honoring Newman's life. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
When tax man cometh, entertainment follows Oct 23, 2008
It has an incredible cast -- Shirley MacLaine, Paul Newman, Robert Mitchum, Dick Van Dyke, Dean Martin and Gene Kelly -- and a very funny concept. The execution is sometimes slipshod, but it's still an interesting and entertaining cinematic confection. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pacino to kick off Rome film gala Oct 23, 2008
The drama school is famous for teaching method acting, and since its foundation in 1947 has produced many famous graduates including Pacino, Robert De Niro and the late Paul Newman. Other films which will be showcased out of competition at the festival include Huit/Eight, a project about world poverty involving Mexican star Gael Garcia Bernal and directors Wim Wenders, Gus Van Sant and Jane Campion. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
LONGTIME STUNTMAN CONNECTS WITH STUDENTS Oct 23, 2008
He was a stunt double for Steve McQueen for 23 years and also doubled for Jack Nicholson, Paul Newman, Charles Bronson, Frank Sinatra, Robert Wagner, Tony Curtis and even Debbie Reynolds, who Janes told students, is "a great gal.". "He's pretty amazing. The students were so into it," said Cord Rawlinson, film and animation teacher. (The Union Democrat)
Critical View Oct 22, 2008
IT WAS fascinating to see how many television tributes to Paul Newman included clips from this little-known movie. Newman had first played Detective Lew Harper in 1966 in Jack Smight's Harper (released in Australia as The Moving Target). (The Age, Australia)
On Your Mind: Comments from the community Oct 20, 2008
If anyone is considering voting for Paul Newman for the corporation commission, talk to some of the people in District 2 where he is the current Supervisor. He refuses to return calls and he announced to a packed room at a meeting of the Board of Supervisors that he will not discuss anything with anyone that might come before him to vote on. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (Oct. 19) Oct 19, 2008
Producers recall in the bonus materials on "Missing" (1982) that the late Paul Newman was originally approached about playing the lead in director Costa-Gavras's haunting drama of family and dark diplomacy. But the filmmakers couldn't have made a savvier choice than Jack Lemmon to portray real-life figure Ed Horman, a no-nonsense American businessman who travels to volatile '70s Chile to help his daughter-in-law (Sissy Spacek) search for his vanished son, Charles (John Shea). (Boston Globe)
Home with Newman Oct 19, 2008
Paul Newman, the Hollywood essence of cool, died Sept. 26 at age 83, leaving a legacy in film ... Above from left: Among Paul Newman's classics: "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," "The Sting," "Hud" and "Cool Hand Luke.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
A wink and a nod Oct 19, 2008
Actors David Niven, Paul Newman and Lucille Ball were winkers. In Latin America, it s a sexual invitation; in Nigeria, a parental signal that it s time for the kids to leave the room. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
GUEST OPINION: Pass the tenderizer, weve been stung by the market Oct 19, 2008
The movie s rascally heroes, Robert Redford and Paul Newman, obtain their revenge by hoodwinking their victim (the mark ) into placing bets on horse races the results of which they already knew. You might be surprised to know that stock markets around the world work in much the same way. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Match the celebrity with the gripe Oct 17, 2008
Actor Tony Curtis is back in the spotlight talking about his book "American Prince," in which he complains that Hollywood bosses denied him challenging movie roles in favor of Paul Newman and Marlon Brando. Curtis seems to have had a long, rich career but now, at 83, he says that he deserved more than what the industry gave him. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Want to get MAD? You're covered Oct 17, 2008
" Others show Neuman as George Washington, a Rolls Royce hood ornament and carved on Mount Rushmore. A 1974 cover, by Mingo, substitutes President Nixon and Vice President Spiro Agnew for Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting. " MAD magazine is a unit of Time Warner, as is CNN. Share this on: | | Copyright 2008 The . All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. All About Sit tight, we're getting to the good stuff powered by Top News 1 2 3... (CNN -- Showbiz)
Madonna's next love affair Oct 17, 2008
" It sounds like a noble and/or foolhardy statement of artistic radicalism at first, and when you read it again it also presents an irresolvable contradiction. Broad-minded people must support works that even the broadest-minded people find unacceptable. Between that public pronouncement and his death in a squalid Roman suburb -- apparently at the hands of a young male prostitute -- Pasolini put this impossible principle into practice in his final film, one of the most notorious works in the... (Salon)
Newman's race helmet nets $40,900 for charity Oct 16, 2008
Paul Newman's helmet nets $40,900 for charity - Racing - SI.com ... Paul Newman's helmet was auctioned off for more than $40,000 for charity ... A race helmet, carrying reproductions of movie posters from several of the late Paul Newman's most-loved films, sold for $40,900 in a charity auction. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
What me worry? MAD to auction early works Oct 16, 2008
A 1974 cover, by Mingo, substitutes President Nixon and Vice President Spiro Agnew for Paul Newman and Robert Redford in The Sting. . (MSNBC -- News)
Bush on Film Oct 16, 2008
The pleasures of watching Paul Newman. Dana Stevensposted Sept. 29, 2008. (Slate)
Tony Curtis takes a frank look behind with 'American Prince' Oct 15, 2008
To this day he believes he was denied meaty roles that went to Marlon Brando and Paul Newman. And unlike those actors, he was unable to move into mature roles as he aged. (USA Today -- Life)
9 area teams set for boys soccer regionals Oct 15, 2008
Graham Rahal raised $40,900 in an online charity auction of an autographed race helmet displaying Paul Newman movie posters. The late actor was a co-owner of Rahal s IndyCar Series team. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
New Russell Crowe & Leonardo DiCaprio film project: 'Will Work for ... Oct 14, 2008
I'm willing to bet that if this film had starred the recently-deceased Paul Newman in Russell Crowe's role, that alone would have drawn in a larger audience. Hollywood needs to realize that stars that show aggressive and/or diva-like behavior lose their fanbase and can't act their way out of their personal lives. (Los Angeles Times)
"Cat" production to be hot Oct 14, 2008
Verdin said the play does not steer away from Williams original script, but is slightly different from the 1958 movie starring Paul Newman and Elizabeth Taylor. We always choose deep, challenging, thought-provoking dramas that showcase acting talent, said Verdin. (New Iberia, LA)
Newman brought passion to role in auto racing Oct 14, 2008
Actor Paul Newman, who died Friday at age 83, was a force in open-whell racing and won four national championships as a driver, racing in endurance events until this season ... Lending his star power to the sport he adored, Paul Newman became an American icon of open-wheel racing as well as Hollywood. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Something profound is happening in this election year Oct 14, 2008
I got my hair cut this week, and we did not talk about "American Idol" or new diets or even Paul Newman. We talked about John McCain and Barack Obama, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fundraiser aims to net $400,000 for Camp Boggy Creek Oct 13, 2008
Actor Paul Newman, who died in late September, played an integral part in the formation of Camp Boggy Creek ... The late actor Paul Newman, a co-founder of the center, helped create Boggy Creek in 1990, providing seed money to help it establish nonprofit status. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Famous last words in movies Oct 13, 2008
The recently deceased Paul Newman and one-time pretty-boy Robert Redford exude matinee-idol screen magnetism here as the legendary outlaws Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid ... Paul Newman (left) as Butch Cassidy, and Robert Redford, as the Sundance Kid in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
'CSI' strong; 'Mars' top bow Oct 11, 2008
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Addicted to the Press Oct 11, 2008
" Let s hope Baba Wawa responds this way: He is the scum pervert that he was painted to be. In fact, it was a self-portrait. He told the judge on the stand that he, Cook, used his son s computer to participate in Internet sex; that he sat there at the computer naked and pleasured himself while the kids were off at various activities. He also cultivated a 17-year-old girl by giving her an office job and then had an affair with her while she was still in high school. "I was seeking a connection I... (Fox News)
