Chris Rock Blows The Lid Off The Hair Care Industry Oct 17, 2009
WASHINGTON (October 16, 2009)--Chris Rock isn't worried that black women will be mad at him for blowing the lid off the hair care industry in his new movie, Good Hair. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Brooklyn in the House! VH1 Brings Hip Hop Royalty Together at the 6th Annual 'VH1 Hip Hop Honors' Honoring the 25th Anniversary of Def Jam Records Oct 13, 2009
Ashanti, Chrisette Michele, DJ Chuck Chill Out, DJ Clinton Sparks, DMX, Eminem, EPMD, Fabolous, Foxy Brown, Gym Class Heroes, DJ Jaycee, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Ghostface, Ja Rule, Judacamp Choir, Kid Rock, KRS One, Ludacris, Mary J. Blige, Method Man, DJ Nonstop, Onyx, Public Enemy, Redman, The Roots, Rick Ross, DJ Sam Sneak, Scarface, DJ Scratch, The Street Sweeper Social Club, Trey Songz, Wale and Warren G Performed In Honor of Def Jam RecordsAnthony Anderson, Eve, Jimmy Fallon, Oran "Juice" Jones,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hawks starters good for 20 hot minutes Oct 13, 2009
Must be auditioning for Chris Rock s new flick. Funny as hel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Straight Talk Oct 10, 2009
Chris Rock's lighthearted documentary asks, What is Good Hair ... Chris Rock in Good HairSince Good Hair (HBO Films), Chris Rock's new documentary on the black-hair-care industry, is all about women being frank about their own relationships to hair and race, I'll start by saying that as a white girl with limp, mousy locks, the African-American rage for hair straightening has always puzzled me ... Or, as Chris Rock puts it in the film's opening narration, relaxing black hair relaxes white people.... (Slate)
Real Olympic Event Is Making Excuses Oct 10, 2009
Comedian Chris Rock nailed it, telling Leno, that 13 is 13. He was stunned Polanski defenders tried to excuse the rape claiming Polanskis film prowess mattered. (Townhall.com)
Chris Rock's Daughter Inspired New Documentary 'Good Hair' Oct 10, 2009
Chris Rock's Daughter Inspired New Documentary 'Good Hair ... Chris Rock and Nia Long ( MTV News ) ... Chris Rock is never one to shy away from pushing the boundaries of racial discussion in America. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michelles Great-Great-Great-Granddaddyand Yours Oct 9, 2009
For African American Lives, Ive tested 21 African Americans, possessing a range of phenotypesfrom a person who could pass for white, and whose father actually did, to people with darker and more traditionally African features, such as Don Cheadle and Chris Rock ... Chris Rock, for example, is 20 percent European. (Slate)
Chris Rock goes to great lengths in 'Good Hair' Oct 9, 2009
Chris Rock goes to great lengths in 'Good Hair ... Chris Rock travels from Los Angeles to India to investigate what constitutes "good hair" for African-American women and girls. (USA Today -- Life)
David Letterman, Cad Oct 9, 2009
"He's the greatest host in the world," said fellow comedian Chris Rock in an adoring haze. "I would never make a disparaging comment about David Letterman." Steve Martin offered this friendly take to Letterman: "It proves that you're a human being, and we weren't really that sure before.". (Townhall.com)
Film Review: ‘Good Hair’ laughs instead of cries Oct 9, 2009
AP PHOTOIn this image released by Roadside Attractions, Chris Rock, right, is shown in a scene from, "Good Hair." ... Plenty, it turns out, in Chris Rock s surprisingly insightful documentary, Good Hair. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Daily television listings Oct 9, 2009
56; midnight on BET. Chris Rock; Nia Long.. Dr. Oz Show at 3 p.m. on Ch. (Boston Globe)
BET, Mo'Nique Wake Up Late Night Oct 8, 2009
The show;s ratings could even break the 2 million viewer mark tonight when guests Chris Rock, Nia Long and Ginuwine join Mo;Nique on the weeknight series. The numbers are particularly impressive given the recent ratings boost CBS;s Late Show With David Letterman has experienced due to Letterman;s. (Multichannel News)
Good Hair laughs instead of cries Oct 8, 2009
Chris Rock puts subjects, viewers at ease with sometimes painful reality. APThe best revelations in Good Hair come when Chris Rock examines the sodium hydroxide relaxer that turns nappy heads silky ... Chris Rock chats about, "Good Hair." Joining him, is actress Nia Long.. (MSNBC -- News)
FBI questioned Smith Oct 8, 2009
Rock faces $5m suit A filmmaker is suing Chris Rock for at least $5 million and trying to block the release of his upcoming documentary, Good Hair. Regina Kimbell s lawsuit against Rock and several film companies claims the project is a copycat of her film, My Nappy Roots. (Boston Globe)
Bad day: Chris Rock is sued over Good Hair Oct 7, 2009
Bad day: Chris Rock is sued over Good Hair - Access Hollywood - msnbc ... Bad day: Chris Rock is sued over Good Hair ... LOS ANGELES - Chris Rocks new film, Good Hair, is having a bad day. (MSNBC -- News)
Child Rape and the Values of People Who Make Films Oct 6, 2009
Location: FL Reply # 2 Date: Oct 6, 2009 - 2:34 AM EST Check this out "Progressive" Chris Rock and Jay Leno Are Not on Team Polanski. I'm no fan of Chris Rock, but at least he is showing more common sense the Woopi Goldberg (). (Townhall.com)
Tune In to the Premiere of BET's New Late Night Talk Show 'THE MO'NIQUE SHOW' on Monday, October 5 at 11:00 P.M.* Oct 2, 2009
This season, viewers can expect appearances from numerous guests including Chris Rock, Steve Harvey, Queen Latifah, R&B group Bel Biv DeVoe, and many more to come. Related Quotes. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The 13th Urbanworld Film Festival Announces 2009 Winners Oct 1, 2009
"As Urbanworld consistently recognizes and celebrates excellence in films by and about people of color, we are honored to present such a diverse slate of filmmakers and content, both represented in the overall festival and in the 2009 roster of winners.Highlights of the 13th annual Urbanworld Film Festival included a special closing night screening of Good Hair, directed by Jeff Stilson, produced by Nelson George and Chris Rock, and starring Chris Rock.Bolstered by a three-year partnership with... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Blame Angelina Jolie Oct 1, 2009
Chris Rock told us what this study is saying like 7 years ago. now that you married and she took the crust out your eye, put a tic tac in your mouth you get calls from old girlfriends like me and my girlfriend are having d-sucking contest and we want you to be the judge. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Training Camp Sep 24, 2009
Chris Rock said A fathers main job as a parent is to keep his daughter off the pole. lol If she ends up being a skripper you f***ed up. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Complete list of Emmy Awards winners Sep 21, 2009
Picture Editing for a Special (Single or Multi-Camera): Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger, HBO. ... Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Special: Chris Rock Kill The Messenger, HBO.. (MSNBC -- Television)
Five places to go for laughs Sep 20, 2009
True to its name, this joint has been cranking out laughs for years with top-notch stand-ups, including Chris Rock, who got his start here. The club still has a reputation for putting the best talent onstage. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Don't forget the Emmys on Sunday (nominees here) Sep 19, 2009
Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger (HBO) * Kathy Griffin: She'll Cut a Bitch (Bravo) * Ricky Gervais: Out of England -- The Stand-Up Special (HBO) * The Kennedy Center Honors (CBS) * You're Welcome America: A Final Night with George W. Bush (HBO) ... Chris Rock for Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger (HBO) o 81st Annual Academy Awards (ABC) o Louis C.K. for Louis C.K.: Chewed Up (Showtime) o Will Ferrell for Will Ferrell:... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The Jay Leno Show and the rise of political humor Sep 15, 2009
Comedy of all kinds is proliferating, from the genteel riffs of Ellen DeGeneres to the R-rated barbs of Chris Rock. But after decades of life on the fringe, political satire material riffed on and ripped from the news is becoming the lingua franca of American humor. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Wing-nuts should embrace Obama Sep 10, 2009
readitnweep wrote on Sep 9, 2009 4:48 PM:" Chris Rock: "Democrats are idiots, Republicans are idiots. anyone who makes up their mind before seeing what's going on is a f***cking idiot. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Vineyard viewing Aug 25, 2009
Neill said the scene didn t include any of the film s big stars (the Grown Ups cast includes Salma Hayek, Maya Rudolph, Kevin James, and Chris Rock), but that Sandler stayed on set all day to help director Dennis Dugan. Neill also said that Kate Hudson stopped by to watch the Grown Ups filming and to chat with her Hollywood friends. (Boston Globe)
New Talkers In The Mix Aug 25, 2009
BETs The MoNique Show, which launches Sept. 7 and stars the popular African-American comedian, and The Lopez Show, which debuts Nov. 9 and is hosted by Latino comedian George Lopez, will join a short list of multicultural-themed late-night shows on cable that include HBOs The Chris Rock Show, FXs short-lived The Orlando Jones Show and, more recently, TV Ones Baisden After Dark with Michael Baisden ... Shows like [HBOs] The Chris Rock Show, and [the syndicated] Arsenio Hall Show... (Multichannel News)
Cambridge Cop Accused of Bias Twice Before Aug 20, 2009
People like Chris Rock who use racist terms like "whitey", "cracker", or the "N-word" light the match pouring gasoline on the flames of racism they fan while at the same time making the false claim it is OK to exempt themselves for continuing to use such vile racist language ... It is funny you try to excoriate Chris Rock, and other comedians, for words you use amongst your circle when you think no "Black" people are around. (CBS News)
Numbers Game Aug 18, 2009
Like Chris Rock said - the stock has dropped b/c the market is flooded. Last week someone - don t remember who - mentioned having to wait. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Knapp: Pinstriped Sabathia comes home Aug 18, 2009
He and wife Amber are building a home in Alpine, N.J., a suburb that counts several celebrities, including comedian Chris Rock, among its residents. Their son, CC III, starts school this fall, he said, and switching addresses between baseball seasons won't work as well as it did when he played for Cleveland. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Tom DeLay one of 16 new 'Dancing with the Stars' celebrities Aug 18, 2009
" One of the Macy's Stars of Dance performances will be the hugely popular "Design-a-Dance," where fans have the chance to select their favorite professional dancers, dance styles and wardrobe at www.abc.com. In addition, couples will once again take part in a team formation dance, and a variety of new elements will be incorporated into routines involving all couples.Four new dance styles -- the Bolero, the Charleston, the Two Step and the Lambada -- are also going to be introduced. The middle... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'Idol' champ is far from idle Aug 17, 2009
The VIP crowd included cast mates Adam Sandler (and wife Jacqueline), Chris Rock, David Spade, Kevin James, Colin Quinn, Norm MacDonald, and Maya Rudolph, as well as chef Todd English. About a group of high-school buddies who reunite after 30 years, the movie directed by Dennis Dugan was mostly shot in Essex and elsewhere on the North Shore. (Boston Globe)
'Funny People' Stars Answer Film's Burning Questions Aug 4, 2009
"We like to put in posters of people that we like. There's a giant picture of Chris Rock dressed like Jimi Hendrix on the wall, and there's also a great picture of Rodney Dangerfield drinking scotch with Redd Foxx. Visually, we hit all sorts of things.". This report is from. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Black scholar says hes able to joke about arrest Aug 3, 2009
Gates appeared at the festival on the island summer resort off the Massachusetts coast to promote his 2009 book, "In Search of Our Roots: How 19 Extraordinary African Americans Reclaimed Their Past." The book traces the family trees of black celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey and Chris Rock. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Politics)
BET'S 'PRESSURE COOKER' and 'BRING YOUR A-GAME' Headline BET and Viacom Education Initiatives Jul 31, 2009
Interviewees include Richard "Dick" Parsons, Chris Rock, Ice Cube, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Spike Lee, Russell Simmons, Kevin Liles, Mayor Cory Booker, Lou Gossett, Jr., Hill Harper, Damon Dash, Kevin Powell, Melvin Van Peebles, Geoffrey Campbell, Bruce Gordon and Alan Houston. Alongside the famous faces, everyday people also share their stories of success, including Ernest Austin (Ex-Offenders Action Network), the "Three Doctors" from Newark, N.J. (Dr. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AC/DC launches 'Black Ice' tour at Gillette Stadium Jul 30, 2009
These guys didn t even nod to the fact that the gig, which drew more than 46,000 people, including Chris Rock and David Spade, was the first to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the landmark album, Highway to Hell. Still, there s nothing to fault in the way AC/DC meticulously builds its shows. (Boston Globe)
Glenn Martin, DDS Hits the Road Monday, August 17, at 8:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nick at Nite Jul 30, 2009
Also coming in September is the hit comedy Everybody Hates Chris, from co-creator and narrator Chris Rock and inspired by his real-life childhood experiences. Glenn Martin, DDS was developed for Nick at Nite by Michael Eisner, who co-created the series along with Alex Berger and Eric Fogel. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Light-Switch Moments Jul 28, 2009
Like Chris Rock said Men don t get married we submit - For men that light switch moment is usually fugg dis I m out. Of course some men want to get married (not me tho). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Cruise, Mel Gibson shoot films close to Seacoast Jul 26, 2009
Starring: Adam Sandler, Steve Buscemi, Salma Hayek, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Maria Bello, Maya Rudolph. Directed by: Dennis Dugan. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Photojournalist adds to 21-year-long story with a documentary Jul 26, 2009
2) by Robert Townsend, featuring Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, and Keenan Ivory Wayans, about what it means to be a black comic in America. For more information go to. (Boston Globe)
Cop who arrested Harvard prof was a racial profiling expert; Obama stands by criticism Jul 24, 2009
Maybe the professor should get some advice from Chris Rock. Sternberg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Tee time for 'Entourage' Jul 8, 2009
The movie, which has been filming around Essex (but will be set in Connecticut), features a list of Saturday Night Live alums, including Maya Rudolph, Chris Rock, David Spade, Norm Macdonald, Rob Schneider, and Colin Quinn. Appropriately, the film is about old friends having a reunion. (Boston Globe)
Daily TV and radio guide Jul 3, 2009
Chris Rock Show at 2 a.m. on HBO2. Scheduled: Comic Cedric the Entertainer; music guest Nas. (Boston Globe)
Jamie Foxx to Host Special Edition of His Exclusive SIRIUS XM Radio Show Live From Las Vegas on July 4th Weekend Jul 2, 2009
Foxx has welcomed a wide variety of guests on his radio show including Jesse Jackson, Jr., Chris Rock, Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Serena Williams, Cedric the Entertainer, Diddy, Mayor Corey Booker, Isaac Hayes, John Amos, Teddy Riley, and Steve Harvey. Intuition, Foxx's third studio album, was released in December 2008. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Separating Icons From Heroes Jun 29, 2009
In the words of Chris Rock, God Bless America AND everywhere else. by JohnsonL333 June 28, 2009 8:57 PM PDT. (CBS News)
African roots Jun 29, 2009
Comedian Chris Rock discovered that he was descended from the Udeme people of northern Cameroon. Chris Rock is descended from the Udeme people of northern Cameroon. (BBC News)
Suffering from the invasion of celebrity Jun 26, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Kate: Jon's The One Who Wanted Out Jun 25, 2009
its like chris rock says, "what the f&^k do women want - everything, and they got to figure out who they can get to get them what they want". Kate needs to see Chris Rock's Dont Kill The Messenger DVD - might learn something. (CBS News)
Amesbury actor worthy of 'Notice' Jun 24, 2009
The Grown Ups cast - which includes everyone from Maya Rudolph to Chris Rock - continues to be spotted around the North Shore. Rock, for instance, was recently seen at Stop & Shop in Gloucester buying green tea. (Boston Globe)
High hopes all around Jun 22, 2009
Instead, it was Chris Rock, who s in town to shoot the Adam Sandler movie Grown Ups, who took over the Estate s VIP lounge with Red Sox pitcher Brad Penny, ultimate fighter Chuck Liddell, and members of the John Henry-owned Roush Fenway Racing team. Rock made rounds in the Alley that night, stopping by the Sweetwater Cafe before his Estate visit. (Boston Globe)
Gays Bashing 'Bruno'? Jun 20, 2009
" "I can call my sister a tramp -- but you can't," says Colucci, who is gay, explaining that jokes coming from within a group are often deemed acceptable, while jokes about that group coming from outsiders may not be. "Intent is key to whether I find something funny or offensive," he continues. "Chris Rock can make jokes about black people and you laugh with that -- the intent is clear, and it's coming from a place of love. This is a tricky line. (Fox News)
Eddie Murphy's 'Delirious' turns 25 Jun 20, 2009
"Eddie Murphy inspired me to become a comic," Chris Rock says. " 'Delirious' was a combination of two things: great material and a great performance. I had never seen anything like it.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Phils' top Draft pick signs, arrives in city Jun 16, 2009
Dugan signed his term agreement late last week in Boston, where his father Dennis Dugan is directing the movie "Grown Ups," which stars Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, David Spade and Kevin James. Dugan and his family were scheduled to take a 10 a.m. ET flight Saturday from Boston to Philadelphia to take his physical, sign his contract and meet some Phillies players and coaches before Saturday night's game against the Red Sox. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Krasinski slept here Jun 1, 2009
Krasinski's costar in "Away We Go" is Maya Rudolph, who's in town at the moment filming "Grown Ups" with Adam Sandler, Kevin James, and Chris Rock. Krasinski said he's jealous that Rudolph gets to make a movie in Massachusetts, and he's hoping his next project brings him back to Boston. (Boston Globe)
Chef perpares for battle May 28, 2009
Sandlers take in the sightsAdam Sandler and his family, who spent Memorial Day weekend touring Boston, were in Southborough this week for more filming of the movie "Grown Ups." The comedy, which stars Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and Salma Hayek, has had big names showing up at a few spots around the Metrowest town including the Pilgrim Congregational Church. Keeping 'Company' at Daisy'sYes, that's Boston regular Tommy Lee Jones at Daisy Buchanan's on Newbury Street. (Boston Globe)
Sotomayor a racist? Oh, the stupidity! May 28, 2009
And the A white guy isn t allowed to say n -r but Chris Rock is. wahhhhh. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Animated gathering May 25, 2009
Sandler's in town to shoot the comedy "Grown Ups," which features an all-star cast including Chris Rock, Kevin James, and Salma Hayek. The actor, who grew up in Manchester, N.H., was also spotted at Saturday night's Red Sox game. (Boston Globe)
A big night for this Ratt pack May 23, 2009
Rock gets crabby Chris Rock is a crab man. We're told the comedian, who's in town shooting "Grown Ups" with Adam Sandler and a slew of others, has been enjoying the softshell crabs at the Atlantic Fish Co. Meanwhile, his castmates, including Kevin James and David Spade, have been chowing next door at Abe & Louie's. (Boston Globe)
Freeman, Foxx add to Oscar history May 21, 2009
Its kinda like Def Oscar Jam tonight, irreverent host Chris Rock said during his opening monologue. Nominated three times previously, Freeman, 67, won for his role as a worldly wise ex-boxer doing odd jobs at a gym run by his best pal (Clint Eastwood). (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Intimate moments backstage at the Oscars May 21, 2009
The jovial mood began well before showtime, with host Chris Rock laughing it up outside his dressing room with Adam Sandler. Come on, got to have some fun, Rock said. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Host Chris Rock comes out swinging May 21, 2009
Gary Hershorn / ReutersChris Rock opened the Academy Awards with sometongue-in-cheek shots Jude Law, and himself ... LOS ANGELES - Apropos for an Oscar ceremony in which the boxing movie Million Dollar Baby was the big winner, host Chris Rock came out swinging Sunday night, unleashing his acerbic wit on anyone and everyone in Hollywood including himself. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Rock offers straight-up Oscar critique May 21, 2009
LOS ANGELES - Chris Rock wants to clarify what he meant when he said straight men dont watch the Oscars. I did not say that. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Hangin with Oscars writers May 21, 2009
The three-person Academy Awards writing team of Kohan, Hal Kanter and Rita Cash are responsible for putting words in the mouths of the several dozen stars appearing on the three-hour-plus Oscarcast -- everyone, that is, except the winners themselves and host Chris Rock ... Host Chris Rock has his own writers, who didnt interact with Kanter, Kohan and Cash. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Rock's not sanitized for your protection May 21, 2009
Chris Rock: Not sanitized for your protection - More Oscar news- msnbc ... Chris Rock: Not sanitized for your protection ... Kevork Djansezian / AP fileChris Rock will be the host of the 77th Annual Academy Awards. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Small films win big at Oscars May 21, 2009
Mixed results from Chris RockAware of the lack of box-office appeal of the major nominees, producer Gilbert Cates tried to shake up the format, but the results were spotty. For freshness and potential shock value, Chris Rock was hired to lure in the younger audience that failed to tune in for the Grammys or the Golden Globes earlier this year. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
