George Lucas ushers in 'Star Wars: The Force Unleashed' Sep 17, 2008
"I'm a big Star Wars fan, and I like making outfits," Pugh said, adding that he regularly dresses up in Luke Skywalker or Boba Fett outfits at events like WorldCom or ComicCon. "I made a Clone Trooper outfit, but I didn't quite finish it.". (CNET News)
Big star Bad movie Sep 11, 2008
Big star Bad movie - Splice. The Daily Orange. (Daily Orange, NY)
SingStar Set Lists Sep 9, 2008
Kenny Chesney - "Big Star". Big - "Save A Horse (Ride a Cowboy)". (IGN PS2)
Ohio State Preview Sep 9, 2008
The front four lost All-American to the NY Jets in the first round of the NFL draft, but replace him with someone they feel will be their next big star. Heyward (66, 290 lbs) had 33 tackles and three sacks as a freshman defensive end in 2007. (WeAreSC.com)
Love and marriage Sep 7, 2008
He pours his sorrow into CD mixes made specially for her, filled with the music that means the most to him, from obscure treasures by the doomed Chris Bell, of "Big Star," to more pop-culty stuff by the Cure. He's hoping the music will mean something to her too, which of course, it doesn't. (Salon)
Talking Points Sep 6, 2008
What is not debatable is that Wednesday night, Sarah Palin became a big star. And that's "The Memo.". (Fox News)
TomatoFest ripens for fun Sep 4, 2008
For those music fans who want to see who could be the area's next big star, the new Top Tomato contest will span Saturday and Sunday. Ten singers and guitar players will perform for judges and audiences in hopes to win the first prize of 200 and a new guitar. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Fan base ranking: Steelers No. 1 Aug 31, 2008
Hint: Team has big star on its helmet. Packers fans also travel well. (ESPN -- Football News)
Welcome to the Poop Film Aug 31, 2008
One: A big star cast, vastly overpaid. But you'll never get to know the real star fees because there are usually three sets of numbers floating around. (India Times, India)
"Traitor" Aug 27, 2008
Pearce may be the other big star in "Traitor," and while his performance is serviceable, it doesn't cut deeply. Taghmaoui, as a radical motivated by moral certainty, is the real actor to watch here. (Salon)
Globe writers on the one thing you must do, see, or hear this week Aug 25, 2008
A big star (and tabloid fixture) across the pond, the garrulous British comedian barely registers with American audiences. But anyone who saw Brand's witty turn as a rocker lothario in "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" knows he's about to be a big deal here, too. (Boston Globe)
Feeling the blues of Memphis Aug 24, 2008
I love Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, soul music and I have a Big Star tattoo. I expected to be so charmed by my first visit to Memphis that I'd want to stay. (Florida Times-Union)
John Legend Reflects On His Early Days -- When Kanye West Was Opening For Him Aug 22, 2008
I knew he was going to be great and was going to be a big star, but at the time, no one knew. Little did they know who he was going to be. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The Jonas Brothers Succeed Aug 21, 2008
The Jonas Brothers are being compared to the likes of Big Star and Cheap Trick and listening to A Little Bit Longer confirms why. With the soulful vocals of youngest sibling Nicholas leading the way, the brothers really do rock their way through A Little Bit Longer which is also filled with their songwriting and instrumental skills. (Suite101.com)
Will Rainn Wilson go big and go home? Aug 20, 2008
It feels like its only fair for a gifted comic sidekick to get a shot at being a big star ... The danger of going bigBut still, based on the trailers, The Rocker feels uncomfortably dumb kind of like License To Wed, which was John Krasinskis first big starring role in a movie. (MSNBC -- News)
'American Idol' hits Gwinnett Arena Aug 19, 2008
He lacks a certain something that would make him a big star. I can t quite figure out why but he isn t Ruben Studdard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Local band to open for Kenny Chesney Aug 17, 2008
locations across the country hosted a series of Next Big Star competitions in search of local bands to open for Chesney ... They will have the chance of becoming the next big star. (KHOU.com, TX)
PopWatch Pulse Check: Who wants to see 'The Mummy'? Aug 2, 2008
Now I just need a big star. Who's hot this summer. (Entertainment Weekly)
Guitar Center Announces Partnership With Motley Crue and the Launch of 'Guitar Center On-Stage' - Your Chance to Make Rock History Aug 1, 2008
Companies also harness FameCast's contest platform to power branded contests, such as 'Guitar Center On Stage' and the Big State Festival's "Big State Big Star" competition. Media Contacts: Alyssa Miller / 5WPR (GuitarCenter) / 212. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sonny Bill gets French visa from friends in high places Jul 31, 2008
"He is a big star, a big character," Daniel Riou, a Toulon supporter for 40 years, told AAP. "I would like him to come to Toulon.". After he settles in, Williams will start French lessons and hopes to soon be playing at the team's home - Stade Mayol - named after concert hall singer Felix Mayol, a local who found success in Paris early last century. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Raj targets Bachchan at MNS cine union launch Jul 28, 2008
An industry source said, "Not a single big star came for the event. Even Nana Patekar, who did show his support to Thackeray during his tirade against north Indians, stayed away." He said even Salman Khan, who is considered his friend, did not attend. No office-bearer of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees was present. (Times of India)
Lee Grant's Outtakes Jul 26, 2008
A big star connected with adoring fans. Sponsored Links. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Maria's main man Jul 22, 2008
"Of course she's a big star, but she would have ticked all the boxes, playing a strong-minded innocent who looks closer in age in the eldest von Trapp daughter, and she can also sing. "But understandably, her people thought locking into London theatre for a year when her movie career was absolutely taking off wasn't right for her. I believed that television casting was the only way we could find the perfect girl. (Globe and Mail)
Gray's 'accidental' PR journey Jul 17, 2008
While not a big Star Wars fan, this line jumped out at me as I watched with my son. From a book: He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
If you went to the fair, how was it? Jul 15, 2008
Time to get some current half way big star if you want to sell it out. Every year I laugh when I hear who they get for a concert. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Chesney leads country fest at the Ted Jul 13, 2008
Named after Chesney's latest disc, "Just Who I Am: Poets Pirates," the tour is a multi-act, yee haw-inducing rave up with LeAnn Rimes, Brooks Gary Allan, The Next Big Star and rocker Sammy Hagar filling the rest of the bill. The Turner Field parking lot opens at 10 a.m. when tailgating fans will likely engage in pre-concert pageantry of the grilled and liquid kind. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Genelia reveals Jaane TuYa Jaane Na details Jul 3, 2008
Riteish has gone on to become a big star today. Do you think the Genelia effect will rub off on Imran too. (Sify)
Stay-cations’: Things to do if you’re staying town for the 4th of July Jul 3, 2008
Star Community Newspapers. In The Community, With The Community, For the Community. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
National Theater of Scotland comes into its own Jun 30, 2008
Adapted by David Greig and the translator Ian Ruffell, it will open the Lincoln Center Festival on Wednesday with a big star, big special effects and high expectations in a soaring space, the Rose Theater at Jazz at Lincoln Center. This is not your Scottish granny's "Peter Pan.". (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Freedom Fest to light up July 4 Jun 27, 2008
The big star of the entire night is the biggest fireworks show in North Texas, Frisco Director of Communications Dana Baird said. The event will also feature several new attractions and expanded ones, and the night will finish with a concert from The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edward, one of the last surviving members of the original group. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Taking the stage by Storm Jun 22, 2008
At the age of 10, he was a winning contestant on Showtime at the Apollo, and also has appeared on Ed McMahons Next Big Star and sang with Marie Osmond in a performance on a Childrens Miracle Network Telethon. By the age of 11, Brock had his first recording contract with Dreamworks Nashville. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Dark Meat ready for the prime time Jun 20, 2008
Elf Power: Live, these Athens fixtures play classic guitar pop in the vein of Big Star. 1 a.m., Georgia Theatre. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Tonya Anderson, Dan Daniel and Meloni Thompson Jun 18, 2008
A trio of local siblings have recently chased their dreams of becoming Nashville s next big star. Dan Daniel, Meloni Thompson and Tonya Anderson tried out for NBC s country version of American Idol, Nashville Star. (Thomaston Times, GA)
William Hurt's character in new Hulk film 'not a bad guy' Jun 18, 2008
It's been Hurt's complex method since he made his movie debut in 1980's Altered States and became a big star with Body Heat and The Big Chill. No complexities this time. (National Post)
Al Pacino, Diane Keaton in Backstage Soap Opera Jun 17, 2008
I was happy to meet Laura Benanti, who won Best Featured Actress in a Play for "Gypsy." This beauty is going to be a big, big star now. She comes from good stock, don t you know: her father is Broadway star Martin Vidnovic. (Fox News)
In the name of the father Jun 16, 2008
" In complete shock, the boy opened the bottle, but threw it to the floor. He then told his father what he did that afternoon: playing piano for the choir. The desperate father hugged his son and cried. They say that behind every successful man there is a woman. But for world famous pianist Lang Lang, his father has always been the driving force behind the pianist's achievements. Born in 1954 into a worker's family in Shenyang, Liaoning province, Lang senior showed great interest in music when... (Xinhuanet, China)
Priyanka in Paris as a Hot super-model Jun 16, 2008
"Traffic Signal was made at a cost of Rs 4 crores. Chandni Bar was made for 1.5 crores. Fsahion is a big financial leap. Because of the kind of opulence that the film has, we needed a big star. Priyanka Chopra is a glamorous star.Fashion couldn't have been made without her.And now I'm looking forward to finishing with the film with her in Paris.". For his past films Madhur has been turned down by Karisma Kapoor(Satta), Kareena Kapoor(Page 3), Aishwarya Rai (Corporate). (SantaBanta.com)
Bitch and Famous Jun 12, 2008
Nor is it a parent's duty to stand in the way of the heartfelt and completely independent desire of a three year old to become a big star. No, siree. (iAfrica.com)
Dannii Minogue reveals heartbreak in diaries Jun 4, 2008
It's very easy to see why she's such a big star - having been in the public eye since she was 7 years old she has had success in many areas including acting, singing, stage, modelling & now tv judge - you can't survive long term in the entertainment business without talent & that star quality - 2 things Dannii certainly has. Posted by: Leo of 12:04pm today. (Daily Telegraph)
Robert H. Justman, at 81; was co-producer of two 'Star Trek' series Jun 3, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
"Sex and the City" May 30, 2008
Parker has a few wonderful moments, scenes in which she forgets she's a big star and acts like a woman who doesn't know she's being watched: There are sequences where she tosses off her lines with her old, casual verve, and she's terrific in one of her more serious scenes, in which, via cellphone, she talks a jittery pre-wedding Mr. Big down from his tree. But Parker isn't the real star of the movie, anyway: Kim Cattrall, as Samantha, carries its best moments with ease. (Salon)
Eric Durrance came to Augusta with some surprising career help May 22, 2008
"If I become a big star, obviously that would be great, Mr. Durrance said. "But, for me, it's just a life-long dream to play music and be a songwriter. I just want to tell stories with my songs and give people a chance to read and hear them. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Reporter's logKeep up with the buzz from Belgrade with the BBC's Eurovision diary May 22, 2008
I'm told Russia's entry, Dima Bilan, who is a big star in Serbia is walking round "like he's Justin Timberlake". I'm on the look out for him to see if that is true. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Here Comes The Sun May 21, 2008
A big star in the garden is emblazoned with, "Sun, sun, sun, here it comes," from the cheerful song he composed for the Beatles' "Abbey Road" album. "He never really had a lot of help" with the garden, Olivia Harrison said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
'American Idol' Experts: Season Seven Improved By Instruments, Nearly Destroyed By 'Producer Manipulation' May 20, 2008
"American Idol" felt like a show in transition this season, thanks to two factors: The addition of instruments to the mix which allowed contestants like and to make serious headway in what the judges constantly refer to as a "singing competition" and the current fragmented state of pop music which has made the "big voice, big star" principle guiding the show seem more and more anachronistic. (The fact that most of the songs trotted out for the competition were born before 17-year-old David... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Sharp witted May 17, 2008
"Even now, I don't like it being made fun of. I fell in love with Julie Andrews at age five and I still love her today." His first proper theatre fix was seeing Angela Lansbury in Gypsy: "To me, she was a major star because she had been in Bedknobs And Broomsticks. Here she was, a big star, live.". Bourne's passion for musical theatre took a more serious turn when he was 13, when he attended the opening night of An Evening With Edith Evans (Edith Evans being an English theatre actress much... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Idol' Finalist David Cook's Prom Date Cheers Him On May 16, 2008
"He goes, 'What's up, Molly?' And I just yelled, 'You're a big star.'". Cook responded that it was weird, Hastings said. (Fox News)
Fame game: Timberlake KOs Ali May 16, 2008
He was a big star in the 60 s and if we were in the 60 s he would have won. The contest wasn t who is the biggest icon it was who is the biggest star. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Talk of the Town: Rob and Laura, need I say more? May 9, 2008
For the first few years of the show, Alan Brady s face was never shown but his voice was heard, because Carl Reiner wanted to get a big star to play Alan. Reiner eventually decided to take on the role himself as the egotistical star. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Scoop: Mayer's haircut strategy May 9, 2008
with Ashton Kutcher and Cameron Diaz has big star power but feels old already (there is something about their pairing that feels very 1999). It might actually beat Speed Racer since its appeal is broader and the film itself is actually not that bad, but the take-home message here is neither one will come in first place. (MSNBC -- News)
Hitting the runway May 6, 2008
The big star of the first Fashion Week is Escondido native Ricky Lizalde, who was a contestant last season on Bravo network's "Project Runway" fashion reality show. Lizalde will show his latest collection of couture fashions and upscale lingerie, which is now being sold in Nordstrom and Neiman-Marcus department stores. (North County Times)
"Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle May 6, 2008
In addition to his with Oprah, the actor has marked his silver anniversary as a big star with the launch of his official site, , replete with a complete filmography, news (there's not much yet, obviously), biographical information and a personal greeting to fans on his home page. "In celebration of this occasion, and my 27 years of making movies, I created this site as a thank you, to you, for sharing the journey with me and to invite you to continue to explore what the future will bring..."My... (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
Cooler comes close May 3, 2008
Chesney made a surprise appearance at Friday finals of the Columbia-based WCOS radio station s Become the Next Big Star contest and watched Cooler perform. We didn t win but it was an awesome night, said Cooler, who was one of four finalists in the contest vying to lead off Chesney s show. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
My role was created by Rajni sir May 3, 2008
Well have another big star playing the same role in the Telugu version, explains Mamta. And both versions will be shot simultaneously. (Times of India)
Madonna: I dont wish I was someone else May 2, 2008
Curry noted that any time a big star gets involved in a social cause, people can be cynical about her motives. I appreciate and understand how people could be cynical, she said. (MSNBC -- Music)
Miller to host 'Greatest American Dog' May 2, 2008
"And he pops off the screen. I'm confident he'll be a big star.". Cutler EPs "Greatest American Dog" with Stu Schreiberg and Stephen Kroopnick. (Variety)
Why Smoltz could be headed to bullpen May 2, 2008
On a different note, if I was a big star athlete I d not suffer fools who ask stupid questions. I d be, like, Dude, that s the worst question I ve ever been asked. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Summer acts offer 2-for-1 specials May 2, 2008
This year, fans can enjoy what Zelisko calls a "mini- festival feel" at one-night concerts featuring multiple artists of note rather than the more traditional set-up of big star and lesser-known opening act. Fans of classic '70s and '80s rock can catch Cyndi Lauper, the B-52s, Joan Jett and two other acts on one stage June 25; Human League, Belinda Carlisle, Missing Persons and ABC on Aug. 1; Chicago and the Doobie Brothers on June 3; and Steve Miller and Joe Cocker on Aug. 8. (AZCentral -- News)
Bamberg musician has chance to share stage with Chesney Apr 23, 2008
Cooler is one of four finalists in the Columbia-based WCOS radio station s Become the Next Big Star contest, where the winner will share the stage with some of country music s biggest names ... To vote in the Become the Next Big Star contest, visit. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Imagine a Furcal-Escobar DP combo.... | Braves Apr 21, 2008
We got a great deal getting this kid, plus Gorkys, the young CF who could be a big star some day. Just getting a reliable pitcher like Jair who doesn t cost millions a year is a big plus for us. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
About those stars on homes Apr 19, 2008
In your daily valley travels or in your own neighborhood have you seen a big star on the front of a home. There are not many of them but enough that you have probably seen at least one. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Forgetting Sarah Marshall Apr 18, 2008
An Apatow veteran stemming back to his days on Freaks and Geeks, Segel celebrates his coming out as the next big star with this film. He plays the "everyman" to perfection, making it easy for guys to relate to him and women to feel sorry for him, and his transformation from "sorry sack" to happy-with-himself-guy is completely believable. (IGN FilmForce)
This song was brought to you by ... Apr 18, 2008
"I hope that if Jack goes on to become a big star, there will be thousands and thousands of people who associate us with him," says Caff; Nero's Paul Ettinger, who's keen to stress that no money has changed hands ... If Savoretti does become a big star, it would be a churlish voice indeed that suggests he hasn't worked hard enough. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
The Hear & Now Apr 18, 2008
are probably the most British-sounding American rock band since Big Star synthesized the Beatles and the Who influences into a distinctive brand of power-pop in the early 1970s. On four studio albums, from 2002's debut, "Castaways and Cutouts," through 2006's major-label move, "The Crane Wife" (Capitol), Colin Meloy and company have forged a fan-pleasing prog/folk-rock sound that has drawn comparisons to everyone from Emerson, Lake r and to Fairport Convention, Al Stewart and. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
LA Opera's Young Artist Program Generates Buzz Apr 18, 2008
Their presence has generated a bit of a buzz within the tight-knit opera world for the Los Angeles company, as they offer a new place to showcase the next big star. "The people in that room, you won't be able to afford in three years. They're amazing, amazing talents," Brandon McDonald, a professional dancer with the Mark Morris Dance Group, said after teaching the crew a dance class. (Newsmax)
