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Morgan Freeman Falls Asleep in the Middle of a Television Interview

Dave Wheaton — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:48:58 +0000

Morgan Freeman is an amazing actor. It seems as though there’s nothing he can’t do. Nothing, that is, except stay awake while conducting a live television interview. Freeman and fellow legendary actor Michael Caine were in New York doing a satellite interview with KPCQ-Seattle to promote their new movie, ‘Now You See Me‘, and the [...]

Blake Shelton is Organizing a Benefit Concert for the Victims of Tornado Torn Moore, Oklahoma

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:58:33 +0000

Oklahoma native Blake Shelton has begun organizing a benefit fundraiser concert to help his fellow Oklahoma residents that were devastated by the tornado last Monday. The Voice coach and Male Vocalist of the Year promised he would call in favors from fellow country artists and friends in the business to make this happen. Blake is not alone either, he will be assisted by the network that hosts The Voice, NBC promises to televise the event nationally.

Abilene Native Aaron Watson Releases His New Song "Summertime Girl"

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:21:58 +0000

Abilene native Aaron Watson just released his new summer song, adding to the mountain of summer songs that have recently been released. While all other entries into the summer of 2013 theme songs are somewhat "novelty" songs. Watson sets himself apart by the style and content of his new song titled "Summertime Girl". It's a more serious, more grounded song, with a more mature theme.

Bill Hader Charmingly Geeks Out for GQ's June Issue – The Daily Swoon

Britt Hayes — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:08:47 +0000

We know you're probably still recovering from Bill Hader's bittersweet farewell on 'SNL' over the weekend, but this might help cheer you up: Hader gets goofy in the June issue of GQ, and it's really cute.

Chely Wright and Wife Welcome Identical Twin Boys

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:34:54 +0000

Chely Wright has added identical twins to her family! The ‘Single White Female’ hitmaker and her wife, music executive Lauren Blitzer-Wright, welcomed two boys, George Samuel and Everett Joseph, on Saturday (May 18) in New York City. Though the babies were not due until July, they are “thriving,” according to a statement her rep gave [...]

Has Angelina Jolie Given Women False Hope for Beating Breast Cancer?

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:06:47 +0000

Not everyone is applauding Angelina Jolie’s decision to undergo a double mastectomy. The Oscar-winning actress made headlines last week when she revealed she had the procedure because she has “a ‘faulty’ gene, BRCA1, which sharply increases my risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer.” While public opinion has supported Jolie’s decision, there are some [...]

George Strait Says It's Possible Kenny Chesney Could Join His Tour Next Year

Shay Hill — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:11 +0000

George Strait has announced his retirement and his final tour over the next 2 years. He says next year though to 'expect the unexpected'. Eluding to the fact that concerts next year will be lots of fun and probably have some surprise guests showing up on stage.

Mark Chesnutt is Back With His New Song "When The Lights Go Out"

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:21:15 +0000

Welcome back a friendly yet familiar voice to country music, Mark Chesnutt. I had to do a double take when I first heard the new song "When The Lights Go Out." I didn't realize how bad I missed hearing Chesnutt's voice on the radio. As Mark stages a come back, it's quite fitting that he leads off with a love song, and I think it fits him well.

Jana Kramer is Looking Extremely Hot in Her New Video "I Hope It Rains"

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:37:04 +0000

When can a touch of jealousy look extremely hot? When Jana Kramer expresses it in her latest video. In Kramer's newest release she wishes for rain, thunder, lightning and even a flood to happen during her ex-boyfriend's date with his new girlfriend. Not that she's bitter or anything, it's just the she wishes a little bad luck on her ex-man and his new girl-thing. The song is up-tempo and catchy that you'll be singing it in no time, check it out.

We'd Like to 'Star Trek Into Darkness' With John Cho – The Daily Swoon

Britt Hayes — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:08:25 +0000

‘Star Trek Into Darkness‘ hits theaters this Friday, and we’re excited for another trip to space with some of our favorite characters — but we’re even more excited to swoon over hotties like John Cho. There are so man — SO MANY — beautiful people in ‘Star Trek Into Darkness.’ Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto, [...]

7 Celebrities Who Have Had Mastectomies

Daniel Cassavaugh — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:49:42 +0000

With the news today that Angelina Jolie has had a preventative double mastectomy after she learned she had an 87 percent possibility of developing breast cancer, we started thinking about what other celebrities who have had similar procedures.

Here's a list of 7 celebrities who have had mastectomies.

Vampire Weekend Frontman Ezra Koenig Certainly Doesn't Suck – The Daily Swoon

Britt Hayes — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:12:23 +0000

If you caught ‘SNL‘ over the weekend, then you likely saw a couple of performances from indie band Vampire Weekend — and like us, you’re probably fawning over lead singer Ezra Koenig. Vampire Weekend is a band that’s been around for several years, but they’re releasing a new album this week titled ‘Modern Vampires of [...]

'Ryan Gosling Won't Eat His Cereal' Is the Best Use of Vine Yet

Emerald Catron — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:45:01 +0000

God bless the folks at Gosloving, for sharing these Vines of Ryan Gosling not eating his cereal with the world (they have more). They are so absurd. However, because they feature Ryan Gosling, they are also delightful. Our favorite is probably the one where he smacks the spoon onto the floor. Just like a kid would do! But it's not a kid, it's Ryan Gosling. Sigh.

Actor Sebastian Stan Is Our Latest Obsession – The Daily Swoon

Britt Hayes — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:49:38 +0000

Sebastian Stan may not be a name you’re too familiar with right now, but get ready to be obsessed after checking out this dreamy dude. You may have seen Sebastian Stan on the TV show ‘Once Upon a Time,’ in which he played Jefferson/Mad Hatter in six episodes. Or you may have seen him in [...]

Sammy Kershaw Releases a New Song Titled "The Route That I Took (A Tribute To George Jones)"

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 09 May 2013 07:00:39 +0000

Sammy Kershaw just released a brand new song in honor of the late George Jones. The song is called "The Route I Took (A Tibute To George Jones)" and he sounds so much like George Jones that it's kind of creepy. Kershaw has been busy in the Christian Country Music side of the business, while Kershaw may have been working on his latest Christian album he stayed in touch Jones, often collaborating on some music writing.

RIP Ray Harryhausen: Legendary Visual Effects Pioneer Dead at 92

Jacob Hall — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:31:05 +0000

Ray Harryhausen, who pioneered the world of stop motion effects and changed visual effects in cinema forever, passed away today. He was 92 years old. Born in 1920, Harryhausen was inspired to enter the movie business after seeing ‘King Kong’ in 1933. Interestingly, his first big job was animating the title character on the other famous stop-motion [...]

A Rhythmic Gymnastics Routine That is as Perfect as You'll Ever See [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 06 May 2013 04:47:28 +0000

My daughter Angie just started gymnastics classes, and with that comes the excitement of a 10 year-old little girl, wanting to show me every jump, twirl and leap. She has been online to check out other gymnasts. That's when Angie showed me this video. I couldn't believe my eyes that I watched it several times. Although this video is from the 2008 Junior European Championship games in Turin, I think it's worth watching.

The Henningsens Talk About Their New Song "American Beautiful"

Rudy Fernandez — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:23:35 +0000

After writing hits for The Band Perry and others, The Henningsens are climbing the country charts with their own song "American Beautiful" title cut from their forth coming C.D. (due to arrive in stores July 2, 2013.) Brad Paisley likes this group so much, that he put them on his "Beat This Summer Tour." The Henningsens are Brian Henningsen on bass guitar, vocals and the father of 10 including eldest son Aaron who covers guitar and vocals while daughter Clara takes lead vocals and plays guitar too.

George Jones Music Videos Rudy's Top Ten Favorites

Rudy Fernandez — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 04:42:49 +0000

Some of my favorite George Jones videos were when he was on television. Here's ten vintage video's of the late George Jones I think you'll get a kick out of. The last video is a real music video George had produced. Every time I see it it brings tears to my eyes.

We've Fallen Into Cillian Murphy's Eyes and We Can't Get Out – The Daily Swoon

Britt Hayes — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:35:19 +0000

Irish actor Cillian Murphy is gorgeous — like, he-could-be-a-model gorgeous. But the prettiest thing about him has to be those eyes. We just can’t help but get lost in them. You may recognize Cillian Murphy from, well, a lot of movies — in ’28 Days Later’ (where you see him completely naked, hello), he plays [...]