Celebrities Mourn Michael Jackson Via Twitter
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Music,
As news spread about Michael Jackson’s death, fans - many of those celebs - immediately hit Twitter to share their thoughts. Here are some of the unfiltered reactions coming out of Hollywood today:
Kendra Wilkinson (KendraWilkinson): “At this special time in my life with my wedding sat n all, i will have Michael Jackson in my heart through it all…RIP MJ”
Ellen DeGeneres (TheEllenShow): “So sad to hear about Michael Jackson. His music changed our lives. The world has lost an amazing singer and dancer. I will miss him.”
Guy Oseary - Madonna’s manager (guyoseary): “The moment that never happened: A month ago Madonna told me she wanted to do a surprise performance at one of michael Jackson’s uk shows..”
Click to continue reading Celebrities Mourn Michael Jackson Via Twitter
Advertisement
Michael Jackson Dies
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Music, Breaking News, Obituaries,
We’ve just learned that Michael Jackson, the iconic pop singer, has died at 50 years old.
Earlier this afternoon, Michael was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest, and paramedics were, unfortunately, unable to revive him. According to TMZ, when paramedics arrived, Michael had no pulse, and they were never able to get a pulse back.
Michael leaves behind his three children, Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr., Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, and Prince Michael “Blanket” Jackson II.
Michael Jackson was set for a residency of 50 concerts at London’s O2 Arena, set to start next month. Michael Jackson will obviously be mourned by many, the world over.
It has now been confirmed by the LA Times and CBS News that Michael Jackson has died.
Tragic Accident Kills Mike Tyson’s Daughter
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Sports,
One day after she was found hanging on a treadmill cord, Exodus Tyson was pronounced dead.
The 4-year-old daughter of boxer Mike Tyson was discovered by her 7-year-old brother Monday morning. According to police, the little girl either slipped or placed her head in a loop that was hanging under the equipment’s console.
Mike, who had been in Vegas at the time of the accident, immediately flew to Phoenix to be with Exodus. Unfortunately, the child had been listed in critical condition since her arrival at St. Joe’s Hospital. Approximately 24 hours later, Exodus officially passed away.
“There are no words to describe the tragic loss of our beloved Exodus. We ask you now to please respect our need at this very difficult time for privacy to grieve and try to help each other heal,” the girl’s family said in a statement.
Read More 
| Associated Press
Natasha Richardson Dies at Age 45
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Breaking News,
The sad news has officially been delivered. Tony award-winning actress Natasha Richardson died today as a result of her ski accident on Monday.
A statement was released to the public on behalf of the family:
“Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha. They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”
Natasha and her husband, actor Liam Neeson, had been married since 1994. They have two children: Micheal, 13, and Daniel, 12.
Read More | CNN
How Does Scientology Deal with Death?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Movies, Celebrity Babies,
John Travolta, who tragically lost his son recently, is a Scientologist - as are many who orbit the planet called Hollywood. Like any religion, there are special customs to be observed when a member of the faith passes into the great beyond.
...What are they?
At a typical Scientology funeral, the one being honored is directly addressed “as a spiritual being, and is meant to acknowledge the life they lived and their right to move on,” according to Church of Scientology International spokesman Tommy Davis.
Scientology funeral services are generally kept simple and often include readings from the works of science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard. But there may or may not be a coffin present, as the body is not the focus for subscribers to the Scientology faith. They believe in thetans, or energy, that is attached to the body. When the body dies, the thetan moves on to a new host. Scientologists do not believe in Heaven or a Nirvana-type place where the departed dwell in eternity, but rather that one’s life-force (thetan) will be recycled again and again.
Read More | E! Online
Travolta Family Issues Statement Over Son’s Death
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies,
UPDATE #2: A family source has reported that a “seizure disorder” was the cause of death.
Just days after the death of their 16-year-old son, John Travolta and Kelly Preston have taken time out to address their supporters.
The statement posted on Preston’s web site reads as follows:
“We would like to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to everyone who has sent their love and condolences. Jett was the most wonderful son that two parents could ever ask for and lit up the lives of everyone he encountered.
We are heartbroken that our time with him was so brief. We will cherish the time we had with him for the rest of our lives. We have received many messages of condolence from around the world and we want to thank everyone for their prayers and support. It has meant so much to us. It is a beautiful reminder of the inherent goodness in the human spirit that gives us a hope for a brighter future.
With love, John, Kelly, and Ella.”
An autopsy on Jett Travolta is scheduled for this Monday.
Saying Good-Bye to Eartha Kitt
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Movies, Music, Television, Obituaries,
Iconic actress Eartha Kitt passed away this past Christmas Day at the age of 81. In her lifetime, she was a singer, a movie star, a famed TV villain and one of the sexiest women ever to grace the screen.
The former Catwoman suffered from colon cancer, but even in her advanced age she remained active in many film and TV projects.
Kitt’s career began on the stage in the 1940s, where she made an impression with her acting talent and strong vocals. She went on to recording and TV fame in the 1950s. She began appearing movies as early as 1948, but didn’t become a household name until she landed the role of Catwoman in TV’s Batman. Kitt played the beautiful villain in 1968, and was called the “most exciting woman in the world” by actor/director Orson Welles.
She appeared on the stage, where she got her start, as recently as 2005 in The Junfan Project. Kitt regularly voiced the character of Yzma for Disney’s The Emperor’s New School, and appeared in the 2007 movie And Then Came Love. The Tony-nominated singer is perhaps best known in the music industry for recording the Christmas hit “Santa Baby.”
Read More | MSNBC
Robert Wagner Spills Old Hollywood’s Secrets
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Movies, Television, Rumors, Where Are They Now?,
Robert Wagner is a long-time Hollywood legend, known for multiple movie and television roles. Just as famously, Wagner was known as the husband to child star Natalie Wood - the little girl who charmed the world as cynical, gum-chewing Susan Walker in Miracle on 34th Street. Wagner starred TV shows like It Takes a Thief and Hart to Hart.
In his new memoir Pieces of My Heart, Wagner reveals that he enjoyed an affair with another screen goddess. I actually know a good deal about Wagner, Wood and even how Christopher Walken figures into their strange story.
Click to continue reading Robert Wagner Spills Old Hollywood’s Secrets
Yahoo! News
Bernie Mac Dies at Age 50
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Television, Breaking News,
UPDATE: You can read what many of Bernie’s friends had to say about his passing here.
Comedian Bernie Mac, the Emmy-nominated actor from The Bernie Mac Show, passed away this morning after a battle with pneumonia. He was only 50-years-old.
This announcement is particular shocking given the news released just a few days ago. On Thursday, Mac’s rep said the performer - who had been hospitalized in Chicago since August 1 - was responding well to treatment and was expected to be discharged within weeks. That claim contradicted earlier reports that the Ocean’s Eleven star was in “very, very critical” condition.
Earlier today, publicist Danica Smith revealed the sad news:
“Actor/comedian Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago area hospital. No other details are available at this time. We ask that his family’s privacy continues to be respected.”
Our thoughts go out to his family.
Entertainment Weekly
Fashion Icon Yves Saint Lauren Dies at 71
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Clothing, Style, Obituaries,
World-renowned, revolutionary French clothing designer Yves Saint Laurent died yesterday at the age of 71.
Saint Laurent’s long-time companion, Pierre Berge, revealed to the press that the fashion icon had been diagnosed with a brain tumor last year, passing away quietly in Paris on Sunday.
The living legend’s real career began when he became Christian Dior‘s right-hand man, ultimately succeeding the fashion giant. Saint Laurent eventually founded his own line, proving to be just as innovative and revolutionary in women’s fashion as his predecessor. His companion, Berge, said it best: “Chanel gave women freedom. Yves Saint Laurent gave them power.”
Reuters
Advertisement
© Gear Live Media, LLC. 2007 – User-posted content, unless source is quoted, is licensed under a Creative Commons Public Domain License. Gear Live graphics, logos, designs, page headers, button icons, videos, articles, blogs, forums, scripts and other service names are the trademarks of Gear Live Inc.