Morgan Freeman: Joker Role Didn’t Kill Heath
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Movies, Drugs, Obituaries, Rumors,
The 28-year-old actor died in January 2008 from an accidental drug overdose and while some people believe he was struggling to cope with the intensity of playing the maniacal character, co-star Morgan isn't convinced the role played any part in his untimely passing.
"Well, it's a downer when anything happens to an actor in mid-production. In fact, he didn't die during production, his part was wrapped up, but the movie itself wasn't out yet. People connected the character to his death because the character was so ... evil. People imagine that the role leaks into the man or something. And I don't think that was the case at all," Morgan said, speaking of Heath's tragic death.
Morgan - who has reprised his role as Lucius in new Batman film The Dark Knight Rises - also revealed he has no intention of retiring from acting even though he's 75: "What keeps anyone going? I have work. I have things to do. I prefer working to idleness. And I like my job. I'm lucky, I'm not working because I have to; I'm working because I love to."
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British Authorities Will Not Charge Christian Bale
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Movies, Legal Issues, Meltdowns, Rivalries, Rumors,
After nearly living a month with the heavy shadow of family assault allegations over his head, Christian Bale and his fans can sleep a little better tonight—police authorities have announced that they will not be charging him.
In a statement released earlier today, Crown Prosecution Service said,
“We can today confirm that we have advised the Metropolitan Police Service that the actor Christian Bale should not face any charges. [There was] insufficient evident to afford a realistic prospect of conviction… the police have been advised that no further action should be taken against Mr. Bale.”
This serves plenty of vindication for The Dark Knight star, who has denied the allegations from the very beginning. We knew that Batman would never hurt his mom!
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Morgan Freeman Seriously Injured
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Breaking News,
UPDATE: The actor, who is reportedly in good spirits now, is suffering from a broken shoulder, broken elbow and shoulder damage.
As they say, bad luck comes in threes.
First there was Heath Ledger’s death. Then there was Christian Bale’s arrest. Now we’re learning of a serious accident for The Dark Knight‘s Morgan Freeman.
According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the actor and one other passenger were involved in rollover accident late last night. A vehicle the Oscar winner was driving reportedly left the roadway and flipped several times. Although the circumstances are still being investigated, it is not believed that drugs or alcohol were in any way involved.
Freeman - who was was heard talking and joking at the scene - was flown to the Regional Medical Center in Memphis where the 71-year-old is listed in serious condition. No status has been given for the other patient who was also airlifted.
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Celebrity Fashion Trend: The Orange Dress
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Movies, Television, Clothing, Red Carpet, Style, Photos,
Since orange just currently happens to be my favorite color, it’s no coincidence that two of my favorite looks from this week are orange red-carpet dresses.
While it’s not an easy shade to wear, I think that Blake Lively (at the The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants 2 premiere) and Maggie Gyllenhaal (at Japan’s Dark Knight premiere) both pulled the hue off beautifully.
What do you think?
Christian Bale’s Marriage Is Solid Despite Assault Allegations
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Movies, Break-ups, Red Carpet, Legal Issues, Meltdowns, Parties, Editorials, Rumors,
While both Batman and Balehead fans alike have been on high-alert for their hero’s recent family troubles, they need not fear for his marriage!
Christian Bale and his gracious wife of eight years, Sandra “Sibi” Blazic, are “solid,” reveals a source close to the couple. No one could really deny the claim, as the two were all smiles at Wednesday’s Barcelona premiere of The Dark Knight.
Then again, why wouldn’t the pair be all smiles upon hearing the news of The Dark Knight surpassing the $200 million mark within a record-breaking span of five days?
Either way, I’m happy. I mean, would you really want to see such an adorable couple like them break up? Didn’t think so.
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