More of this story Nov 8, 2008
The invitation-only event is slated to include celebrities such as comedian Will Ferrell, rapper and actress Queen Latifah, actor Jon Voight and the cast of "Entourage.". While that may get the new Urth on "Entertainment Tonight," Berkman is hoping his customers will also notice a few other things. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Jheryl Busby, 59, former executive at Motown Records Nov 7, 2008
During that time he oversaw such up-and-coming artists such as Boyz II Men and Queen Latifah. "I had tremendous respect for the way he continued the Motown legacy," said R&B singer Smokey Robinson, who was a vice president with the record company prior to Mr. Busby's tenure. (Boston Globe)
Ladies! I Can't Hear You! No, Really, I Can't Hear You! Nov 6, 2008
This winter, Queen Latifah is set to release her eighth albumher first to feature rapping since 1998 ... This is the context into which Queen Latifah made her debut, and from 1989's "" to 1993's "," she often took the form of a protest rapper, dressing down misogynists and encouraging women to stand strong before a mounting wave of bile. (Slate)
Ex-Motown Chief Jheryl Busby Dies Nov 5, 2008
During that time he oversaw such then up-and-coming artists such as Boyz II Men and Queen Latifah. Singer Smokey Robinson said he was saddened by Busby's death. (Time.com)
Fanning is a big girl and a big star now Nov 4, 2008
"I had gloves on and everything. But Tristan Wilds and Queen Latifah, they were gloveless because they were supposed to be more experienced. They had it tougher than I did. But we had an amazing beekeeper, Julian Wooten, and we went to his farm and worked with his bees." ... As her Bees castmate Queen Latifah notes: "Dakota is very grounded. She's nonplussed by Hollywood. And she has a very solid family.". (USA Today -- Life)
V-103's Mike and Carol Nov 4, 2008
He played Queen Latifah s son in the recent film Mad Money. Roberts, in the meantime, spent years building four Macon radio stations: one hip-hop, one Res and two gospel ones. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
News Is News At The Source Oct 30, 2008
McMillan expects Queen Latifah, Gayle King, Lil' Kim, and Fabolous. McMillan, an entertainment lawyer who counts Stevie Wonder, Prince and Spike Lee as clients, took the mag out of bankruptcy in August. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Jennifer Hudson's Co-Stars, 'American Idol' Colleagues, Friends Offer Support To Her Family Oct 29, 2008
Barack Obama, Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Queen Latifah, Sarah Jessica Parker send messages of support ... Hudson's "Life of Bees" co-star Queen Latifah told ," "When we heard the news of Jennifer losing her mother and her brother, our hearts broke for her, and we immediately began to pray for her strength and comfort and that of her family, as well as for the safe return of her nephew. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Obama promises to restore 'higher purpose' Oct 27, 2008
Obama promises to restore 'higher purpose' - Yahoo. Obama promises to restore 'higher purpose. (Yahoo News)
Jennifer Hudson's Sister Pleads For Son's Return Oct 26, 2008
She was also featured in the "Sex and the City" movie and stars in the current film "The Secret Life of Bees," also featuring Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys and Dakota Fanning. Her recently released, self-tiled debut album has also been a top seller. (Click2Houston, TX)
Jennifer Hudson'smom, brother killed Oct 25, 2008
She had been scheduled to appear Monday in Los Angeles to collect an ensemble cast honor at the Hollywood Awards for "The Secret Life of Bees" with co-stars including Alicia Keys, Queen Latifah and Dakota Fanning. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ferrells Bush meets Feys Palin on 'SNL' Oct 25, 2008
Fey has become a virtual cast member again, thanks to the popularity of her Palin impression, while other surprise guests have included Chris Parnell, Bill Murray, Mark Wahlberg, Alec Baldwin and Queen Latifah. Ferrell, a regular on SNL from 1995-2006, will in January begin a solo show on Broadway titled, You re Welcome America: A Final Night with George W. Bush. (KHOU.com, TX)
Mini movie reviews Oct 24, 2008
Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson and Alicia Keys are the women who help her on her quest. An earnest and heartfelt adaptation of Sue Monk Kidd's novel. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The double life of Alicia Keys Oct 21, 2008
Let's put it this way, the hours are way better on film, chuckles the 28-year-old, who co-stars in The Secret Life of Bees (which opened Friday) alongside Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson and Dakota Fanning ... On set (they shot in North Carolina), Keys says Queen Latifah (or La as she calls her) kept everyone in stitches ... During a separate interview, Queen Latifah, who has a hip-hop album coming out in December, says she jumped at the chance to play the part of August Boatwright, a successful... (Globe and Mail)
'Max Payne' Takes Aim At 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' For Box-Office #1 Oct 21, 2008
Instead, the period drama about a 14-year-old girl who escapes her father's abuse by fleeing to South Carolina and finding a new family among honey-farming sisters stars Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson and the suddenly back-on-the-scene Dakota Fanning. Fool me twice and we won't get fooled again, but Stone's couldn't fool enough people into caring again about the outgoing administration, and so the controversial biopic opened softly in fourth place. (VHI.com -- Music News)
'Max Payne' Beats Out 'W.' for Box Office Crown Oct 20, 2008
"The Secret Life of Bees" stars Dakota Fanning, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo in a drama about a troubled teen learning life lessons through the beekeeping operations of three Southern sisters. "Max Payne" had a predominantly male audience, "The Secret Life of Bees" played to women, "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" continued to grab family crowds and "W." was the choice for politically minded adults. (Fox News)
Cookbook features recipes from 'Life of Bees' stars Oct 19, 2008
The cookbook features recipes from the main cast members Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, and Sophie Okonedo ... August Boatwright, played by Queen Latifah, is the family matriarch who operates a successful bee farm and honey-making business. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The seventies are looking back at you Oct 18, 2008
In The Secret Life of Bees, which opened yesterday, five women (Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys, Sophie Okonedo, Jennifer Hudson and the astonishing Dakota Fanning) confront racial discrimination in 1964 South Carolina. Featured prominently is a broadcast made by then-U.S. President Lyndon Johnson announcing the Civil Rights Act. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
10 Questions for Queen Latifah Oct 18, 2008
Queen Latifah Scott McDermott / Corbis Outline. Where did the name Queen Latifah come from ... TIME's Gilbert Cruz sits down with performer Queen Latifah, nee Dana Owens, to talk about her career choices, being a role model, and American politics. (Time.com)
This Honey's Saccharine Oct 17, 2008
The oldest, the wise, aphorism-spouting August (Queen Latifah), runs the thriving honey business; June (Alicia Keys) is a civil rights activist initially resistant to Lily's charms; and May (Sophie Okonedo of "Hotel Rwanda") is a little slow and inevitably headed for a tragic ending. Price-Bythewood has encouraged fairly broad performances from these formidable actresses for characters who aren't terribly well developed in her script, which is based on a best seller by Sue Monk Kidd. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'The Secret Life of Bees' lets Sophie Okonedo take wing in a new ... Oct 16, 2008
In the story, three idiosyncratic African American sisters (played in the film by Queen Latifah, Okonedo and Alicia Keys) in 1964 South Carolina take in a young white girl (Dakota Fanning) and her black caretaker (Jennifer Hudson) on the run from the girl's abusive father and the racist establishment in their hometown. A year ago, she heard that director Gina Prince-Bythewood wanted her to play the kind-hearted but uncontrollably emotional sister May, "which was good, because when I read the... (Los Angeles Times)
Grand Theatre benefit brings Las Vegas to Keokuk on Saturday Oct 16, 2008
Local performers, including from left, Dr. John Vance, aka Willie Nelson, Bobbe Bright, aka Queen Latifah, Randy Whitaker, aka Elvis and Justin Tuck, aka John Lennon and many others will sing stars songs in American Icon Review at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Grand Theatre, 26 N. Sixth St., Keokuk ... Book a date to Keokuk's Grand Theatre Saturday and enjoy appearances from Elvis, Sonny and Cher, Barbra Streisand, Patsy Cline, Queen Latifah, John Lennon, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, Linda Ronstadt... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Video: Britney's comeback Oct 15, 2008
It stars Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo and has a black director and a black executive producer. Multimedia. (MSNBC -- News)
Sisterly bond is no secret for 'Life of Bees' co-stars Oct 15, 2008
"We really laugh a lot": That's how Secret Life of Bees' Sophie Okonedo, right, describes her relationship with co-stars Queen Latifah, left, and Alicia Keys ... Thunder claps of raucous laughter erupt as Queen Latifah, Sophie Okonedo and Alicia Keys discuss The Secret Life of Bees, a coming-of-age drama opening Friday. (USA Today -- Life)
Secret Life of Bees thrives on sap Oct 15, 2008
Starring: Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning, Alicia Keys, Jennifer HudsonDirector: Gina Prince-BythewoodRun time: 1 hour, 50 minutesMPAA rating: PG-13 ... That iconography is also featured on the jars of honey produced by August Boatwright (Queen Latifah), whom Lily and Rosaleen turn to for sanctuary once they arrive ... 13: Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning and Jennifer Hudson talk about their new film. (MSNBC -- Movies)
"Secret Life of Bees" explores the power of love Oct 15, 2008
Lily knows her mother had some connection to Tiburon, S.C., so they head there and find refuge with the Boatwright sisters, August (Queen Latifah), June (Alicia Keys) and May (Sophie Okonedo). The sisters have a gracious home and thriving honey business; cellist June teaches music at a school. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Gina Prince-Bythewood Interview Oct 14, 2008
Starring Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo, a powerhouse ensemble of women from the world of music and film, The Secret Life of Bees is the touching story about the need for love, sisterhood and redemption that explores the undeniable desire for a sense of belonging and the often daunting journeys that we must navigate to achieve it. Set in South Carolina, the home of the intelligent and independent honeymaking Boatwright sisters (Latifah, Keys and... (MoviesOnline)
Best bets: Oliver Stone's W. hits theaters Oct 13, 2008
" (Out on DVD Oct. 14)MoviesNo matter where you stand politically, how can you not be a little intrigued by W., Oliver Stones riches to more riches look at our current president? The trailer presents the film as a dark comedy about a naughty young man, growing up in the shadow of his powerful pop, who manages to find religion and the right woman on his path to the presidency. (Opens Oct. 17) An all-star cast that includes Dakota Fanning, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson and Alicia... (MSNBC -- News)
Artists usher us into their world Oct 13, 2008
Queen Latifah reigns over Screens this week in Ruthe Stein's story about the multitalented singer-actress' latest drama, "The Secret Life of Bees," set in '60s South Carolina (Page 24). Mick LaSalle reports back from the Venice Film Festival about the films he most hopes will make it to America (Page 26), and Stein interviews young Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan about "City of Ember," her new film with Bill Murray (Page 28). (San Francisco Chronicle)
TV Talk: SNL needs more color Oct 7, 2008
On Saturday's show, Queen Latifah was tapped to play Gwen Ifill, the PBS political pundit who moderated Friday's vice presidential debate despite suffering from a broken ankle. The Queen, who sure has come a long way from her Ladies First rap days, filled in nicely and proved she hasn't lost any of her Living Single comedic timing. (The Palm Beach Post)
Bruce Springsteen, Anna Nicole Smith, B.B. King Oct 6, 2008
In a sketch sending up the vice presidential debate last week between Palin and Senator Joseph Biden, the Delaware Democrat, Queen Latifah played the moderator, Gwen Ifill, and Jason Sudeikis impersonated Biden. "We would like to remind our audience that due to the historically low expectations for Governor Palin, were she simply to do an adequate job tonight, and at no point cry, faint, run out of the building or vomit, you should consider the debate a tie," Queen Latifah's moderator said in... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Entertainment Buzz Oct 6, 2008
Queen Latifah dropped by to portray Thursday's debate moderator, PBS's Gwen Ifill, and cast member Jason Sudeikis stepped into the role of Democratic vice-presidential candidate Joe Biden. The SNL take on the week's political events has become a dependable part of the news cycle this fall. (London Free Press)
Live, from New York, Sarah Palin! Oct 5, 2008
Also, I want to preference my remarks by saying that those Saturday Night Live folks, they re a team of maverick cutups, doncha know, and Gwen Ifill will be playing Queen Latifah, and they told me what country of which she was queen but I forget because they re telling me so much stuff ... I ve heard that Queen Latifah is supposed to play Gwen Ifill in tonite s SNL Debate skit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Weekend concerts Oct 3, 2008
All for a good cause Queen Latifah, Akon and more play at Mizner Park in Boca Raton. . (The Palm Beach Post)
Jennifer Hudson Sep 25, 2008
September 24, 2008 Ann Donahue, L.A. doesn't drink coffee. Doesn't like it, she says. (Billboard.com)
BET Networks Urges Viewers to 'Stand Up, Sign Up, Be Heard' With A Nationwide Voter Registration Day on Air, Online and in Communities Saturday, September 27 Sep 24, 2008
Hosted by Queen Latifah, the "STAND UP, SIGN UP, BE HEARD: THE BET VOTER REGISTRATION DAY" Special Airs Live on BET from 11:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. ET ... During this historic, three-hour "STAND UP, SIGN UP, BE HEARD: THE BET VOTER REGISTRATION DAY" special, the BET studio in New York City will serve as the headquarters for the event, featuring host Queen Latifah (The Secret Life of Bees), appearances by Jim Jones and Mary Mary, and an in-studio audience of 100 unregistered voters ... "We're so... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
VH1'S Fifth Annual Hip Hop Honors Just Won't Stop! Busta Rhymes, Cee-Lo, Chuck D, Estelle, EPMD, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav, Gym Class Heroes, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Luke Campbell, Mack 10, Michael Rapaport, Queen Latifah and The Roots Join Th Sep 23, 2008
Busta Rhymes, Cee-Lo, Chuck D, Estelle, EPMD, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav, Gym Class Heroes, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Luke Campbell, Mack 10, Michael Rapaport, Queen Latifah and The Roots Join The Celebration: Financial News - Yahoo ... Busta Rhymes, Cee-Lo, Chuck D, Estelle, EPMD, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav, Gym Class Heroes, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Luke Campbell, Mack 10, Michael Rapaport, Queen Latifah and The Roots Join The CelebrationMonday September 22, 2:19 pm ET ... The talent list continues to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Carleton student walks with stars on TIFF's red carpet Sep 22, 2008
So I saw Alicia Keys and Queen Latifah and Dakota Fanning and all these people come up close to me and I took pictures of them and stuff. But the thing is that they're all in "festival mode" so it's not that different from seeing them on the screen, because they're made up and they're really composed and blah blah blah. (The Charlatan)
Janet's dirty act shocks fans! Sep 22, 2008
American rapper and Actor LL Cool J opened the show while Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and Hollywood actress Queen Latifah were spotted in the audience. Font Size. (India Times, India)
Column: Fall Arrives With a Whimper Sep 20, 2008
Id love to see Queen Latifah take a stab at the format, or watch Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey revive their ABC series of specials. (Watch the divorce sparks fly. (TVweek.com)
Wayne Wang: Bridging generations and hemispheres Sep 16, 2008
In recent years Wang has seemed content to play the role of studio journeyman, turning out smoothly anonymous movies like "Maid in Manhattan" (2002), a Jennifer Lopez fable of upward mobility; "Because of Winn-Dixie" (2005), a dog-centric family flick; and "Last Holiday" (2006), a Queen Latifah vehicle adapted from a 1950s Ealing comedy. Multimedia. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Fall Film 2008 Preview Sep 13, 2008
The Secret Life of Bees Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson and Queen Latifah lead the cast of this drama, based on the popular novel. What Just Happened A Hollywood producer (Robert De Niro) struggles with a second divorce as he tries to get his new movie made. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Buddy, can you spare a celebrity? Sep 11, 2008
There, she signed the Wall of Heroes for Big Brothers and Big Sisters, which also includes signatures from Queen Latifah, Petra Nemcova, Debra Winger and the aforementioned Mr. Robbins. THE SHOW GOES ON. (Globe and Mail)
Relaxed Latifah at royal best Sep 9, 2008
It's easy to see how Queen Latifah got the royal moniker. The star of the Toronto film fest movie The Secret Life of Bees has amazing presence, managing to be both calmly regal and hilariously funny in person. (London Free Press)
Back to the good old ways Sep 7, 2008
"The Secret Life of Bees" Adapted from Sue Monk Kidd's acclaimed novel by writer-director Gina Prince-Bythewood ("Love and Basketball"), this follows a troubled South Carolina teenager (Dakota Fanning) taken in by an eccentric family of powerhouse African-American personalities (Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys, and Sophie Okonedo) in the early 1960s. Jennifer Hudson's here, too; there'd darn well better be some singing. (Boston Globe)
Brad Pitt Rocks to Madonna Sep 7, 2008
It stars Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys, Sophie Okonedo and Jennifer Hudson in Sue Monk Kidd s novel about a young white girl Dakota in 1964 South Carolina who runs away from an abusive father (well played by Paul Bettany) and goes to live with these ladies. It s a beautifully balanced, extremely nuanced drama that never gets overly sentimental. (Fox News)
Burn after reading Sep 6, 2008
" Among the women directors is Canada's Deepa Mehta, who also reaches for the mythic with her culture clash drama Heaven on Earth, starring Bollywood mega-star Preity Zinta as an Indian woman who comes to Canada for an arranged marriage. American director Gina Prince-Blythewood's The Secret Life of Bees, starring Queen Latifah, Dakota Fanning and Alicia Keys, will score with smart women beyond fans of the Sue Monk Kidd novel, says Bailey. Fox Searchlight will release the film October 17.... (Variety)
The Boys Are Back Sep 5, 2008
Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson, and Queen Latifah all stars of the upcoming "The Secret Life of Bees" are going to host a Golf tournament on Sunday in Toronto. The event is set to raise money for Malaria No More, which happens to be chaired by 20th Century Fox s Peter Chernin and Canadian member of Parliament Belinda Stronach. (Fox News)
MUSTSEE-FILM Sep 3, 2008
Dakota Fanning escapes a motherless home in South Carolina and is taken in by sisters played by Queen Latifah, Sophie Okonedo and Alicia Keys. "High School Musical 3: Senior Year". (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Movie Cornucopia Aug 31, 2008
17) Dakota Fanning escapes a motherless home in South Carolina and is taken in by sisters played by Queen Latifah, Sophie Okonedo and Alicia Keys. High School Musical 3: Senior Year (Oct. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Lifetime Networks' Nonpartisan Every Woman Counts Campaign Heads to Republican National Convention to Engage and Empower Women Aug 30, 2008
com, watch Lifetime Every Woman Counts PSAs and "If I were president ... " vignettes from celebrities such as Reba McIntyre, Queen Latifah, Jewel, and many more, and upload videos to Lifetime's YouTube(TM) Channel ) declaring what they would do if they were president, to highlight the issues most important to them this historic presidential election year. -- August 31, 10am-4pm, Saint Paul Fair -- September 1, 10am-4pm, Saint Paul Fair -- September 1, 10pm-1am, Late Night Minneapolis NOTE:... (PR Newswire)
Foxx, Downey Jr. have falls Oscar bait Aug 28, 2008
The two of them are taken in by the Boatwright sisters (Queen Latifah, Sophie Okonedo, Alicia Keys), who teach them about the world of beekeeping. . (MSNBC -- Movies)
Obama asks Jennifer Hudson to sing anthem Aug 26, 2008
She will release her self-titled debut album, Jennifer Hudson, on Sept. 30, followed by the release of her new film, The Secret Life of Bees, opposite Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys and Dakota Fanning on Oct. 17. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Highlights of Hollywood's fall, holiday schedule Aug 25, 2008
With Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo. SEX DRIVE: A teen (Josh Zuckerman) sets out with two pals on a cross-country trip to lose his virginity. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
'Mermaid' returns; Kutcher hits 'Vegas' Aug 24, 2008
The two spat routinely, work with a counselor (Queen Latifah in a nothing role), then realize their relationship wasn't meant to be. While director Tom Vaughan backloads his film with party scenes, he doesn't overburden his stars. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Olympian Phelps, Young Jeezy to meet? Aug 21, 2008
I forgot to add that the two biggest African-American actors in Hollywood are former rappers and grew up in the hood Will Smith and Queen Latifah. Just a FYI for those in white america that did not have a clue. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Clooney, Pitt, Coens join Toronto festival lineup Aug 20, 2008
Previously announced movies among Toronto's slate of 249 feature films include Spike Lee's World War II tale "Miracle at St. Anna," featuring Derek Luke; Saul Dibb's historical pageant "The Duchess," starring Keira Knightley; David Koepp's supernatural romance "Ghost Town," with Ricky Gervais, Tea Leoni and Greg Kinnear; Gina Prince-Bythewood's Southern drama "The Secret Life of Bees," with Dakota Fanning, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys and Sophie Okonedo; the Western "Appaloosa,"... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Tidbits: Simpson's abuse tale was about bullying Aug 15, 2008
Plus: Siennas mom gets protective; Queen Latifah happy with her weight ... Dish on the flyAfter losing 20 pounds on the Jenny Craig program, Queen Latifahs feeling fine and isn't interested in dropping any more weight. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
The Source relaunches, seeks to restore past glory Aug 15, 2008
The new issue, which hits newsstands next week, features four separate covers of hip-hop pioneers LL Cool J, Ice Cube, Queen Latifah and Nas, photographed by director Spike Lee. "We shared with him what we were trying to do, the vision of hip-hop and where we thought it needed to go, and he thought it was refreshing and clever," McMillan said of Lee, a client. (FOX 11, AZ)
Not mere-ly champions of rock Hoboken band Mere reaches new heights with song on Olympic soundtrack Aug 14, 2008
Their dream is finally a reality with their inclusion on the ATsored U.S. Olympic Team Soundtrack, which includes nationally known talents such as Sheryl Crow, Nelly, 3 Doors Down, Queen Latifah, and others. Mere is the only unsigned band in the group, which says a lot about their level of talent - even if unrepresented. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
No tricks this time Aug 8, 2008
"I met him outside a cafe in LA, where I was sitting. And the weird thing was, Queen Latifah was also sitting there. Joseph, a busker, came over to say hello to Queen Latifah and then to me - we started talking. He was a nice kid, told me he was trying to make money to stay in LA, said he was a singer. I gave him my number and he came round to mine a few days later and I had some lyrics ready, and he just sang it one time and we nailed it," Tricky says. "I don't know if he knows the song went on... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Council on Aging Notes Aug 7, 2008
Aug. 15: Mad Money (2008) Diane Keaton, Queen Latifah & Katie Holmes conspire to strike it rich by pilfering old money from a local bank in this wonderful comic caper. Loading commenting interface. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Dance is here to stay Aug 6, 2008
Listening to music ranging from Queen Latifah to techno to Beatles covers, we leap and spin through space to express ourselves through movement. Here, the uniting common denominator of dance still exists, revolving around trust of our inner dancer rather than the false idols of television. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Lifetime Networks Launches Every Woman Counts Bus Tour Crisscrossing the Country En Route to National Political Conventions; Exclusive Tour Video and Interview Footage to be Uploaded on YouTube Aug 5, 2008
com, watch Lifetime Every Woman Counts PSAs and "If I were president ... " vignettes from celebrities such as Reba McIntyre, Queen Latifah, Jewel, and many more. Highlights from Lifetime programming, including hit series "Army Wives," and original broadband series will also be shown. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jack White and Alicia Keys Team for Quantum of Solace Theme Song Jul 30, 2008
Keys will soon be seen opposite Dakota Fanning, Jennifer Hudson and Queen Latifah in Fox Searchlight's adaptation of Sue Monk Kidd's best selling novel "The Secret Life of Bees" which will release on October 17th. Keys made her motion-picture debut in Joe Carnahan's "Smokin' Aces" as Georgia Sykes, a stunning street assassin. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
