The electoral campaign for the next president of the United States is still a hot issue until recent days, especially because one of the candidates is an Afro-American and thus grabs public’s attention, even the world, and Indonesia as well. Why? Because, apparently, Barack Obama spent his childhood in Jakarta in late 1960’s after his mother, Ann Durham, married to an Indonesian student named Lolo Soetoro, who was pursuing an MA degree in East-West Center, University of Hawaii. Then Obama was brought to his new family in Indonesia. Source.Saturday, January 31, 2009
Barack Obama and His Childhood in Indonesia 82
The electoral campaign for the next president of the United States is still a hot issue until recent days, especially because one of the candidates is an Afro-American and thus grabs public’s attention, even the world, and Indonesia as well. Why? Because, apparently, Barack Obama spent his childhood in Jakarta in late 1960’s after his mother, Ann Durham, married to an Indonesian student named Lolo Soetoro, who was pursuing an MA degree in East-West Center, University of Hawaii. Then Obama was brought to his new family in Indonesia. Source.
Barack Obama Profile
On November 4, 2008, 47-year-old Barack Obama was elected to be the 44th President of the United States, after a hard-fought two-year presidential campaign. He was sworn in as President on January 20, 2009.
Obama (D-IL) was elected to the U.S. Senate on November 2, 2004, after serving 7 years as an Illinois state senator.
He's the author of two best-selling books. Obama was named by Time magazine in 2005, 2007 and 2008 as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
"American Idol" Finale: Judges Crown David Archuleta Winner
Each of the dueling Davids raised his game on Tuesday's "American Idol," but only one received three glowing reviews from Simon Cowell, who called it a "knockout" performance.
That would be David Archuleta. The doe-eyed teen faced off against David Cook for the "Idol" title Tuesday night, and in Cowell's opinion, out-performed the 25-year-old rocker. Each David performed three songs in the final performance show, which rolled out announcer Michael Buffer ("Let's get ready to rumble!") to introduce the finalists in boxing robes and gloves.
Three rounds later, Cowell made his traditional prediction:
"You came out here tonight to win," Cowell said, "and what we have witnessed is a knockout." See more.
Friday, January 30, 2009
David Archuleta: Biography
Birth Place: Miami, FLDate of Birth / Zodiac Sign: 12/28/1990, Capricorn
Profession: Reality cast member; singer
One of the youngest guys at the start of the competition, American Idol Season 7 contestant Archuleta was born in Miami and grew up in Murray, Utah. A natural talent, he's been singing since age 7 and proved his vocal chops early on, becoming a Junior Singer champ on Star Search at the age of 12. Although one of the season's youngest contestants, Archuleta became an early favorite by displaying a maturity beyond his years with humble yet note-perfect performances of songs like "Imagine" and "Shop Around." Archuleta also plays the piano and performs in an a cappella choir group at Murray High School. See more.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Story of Elvis's (The twister that made Tupelo famous)
The twister that made Tupelo famousA twister brought national attention to Tupelo, Miss., long before its favorite son, Elvis Aron Presley, wiggled his way to fame on the Ed Sullivan Show. In fact, Elvis, born on Jan. 8, 1935, was just barely a toddler when an F-5 tornado roared through his hometown 70 years ago today, claiming the lives of 233 people. It was one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history.The newspaper that serves Tupelo, the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal, has a nice four-part series about the tornado. The retrospective features interviews with survivors and stories of those who didn't make it through the storm. Weatherwise magazine also did a nice feature article on the 1936 Tupelo tornado. Not only did the storm rip through the town of Tupelo, but its 15 mile path affected rural communities as well. The morning after the storms rolled through Tupelo, other tornadoes developed near Gainesville, Ga., claiming the lives of an additional 203 people.
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Lisa Marie in Elvis tribute recording
A new video of Lisa Marie Presley singing In the Ghetto, accompanied in the remix by her dead father, Elvis Presley, will be posted on the internet. To mark the 30th anniversary of her father's death, Lisa Marie Presley's voice was added to the original version of her father's hit song from 1969. The video duet features Presley and images of her late father.
It will be posted on the AOL internet site Spinner.com, a company spokesman said today.
Read more.Elvis Presley
Elivis Presley (full name Elvis Aron Presley) was born on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Miss., United States and he died on Aug. 16, 1977, Memphis, Tenn.Biography and Career :
Elvis Presley, in the humblest of circumstances, was born to Vernon and Gladys Presley in a two-room house in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. His twin brother, Jessie Garon, was stillborn, leaving Elvis to grow up as an only child. He and his parents moved to Memphis, Tennessee in 1948, and Elvis graduated from Humes High School there in 1953.
Elvis Presley's musical influences were the pop and country music of the time, the gospel music he heard in church and at the all-night gospel sings he frequently attended, and the black R&B he absorbed on historic Beale Street as a Memphis teenager. In 1 954, he began his singing career with the legendary Sun Records label in Memphis. In late 1955, his recording contract was sold to RCA Victor. By 1956, he was an international sensation. With a sound and style that uniquely combined his diverse musical influences and blurred and challenged the social and racial barriers of the time, he ushered in a whole new era of American music and popular culture.
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Monday, October 6, 2008
Picture of Elizabeth Taylor
Elizabeth Taylor grew from a doll-faced child starlet to become one of the silver screen's most striking beauties, not to mention a compelling actress and one of the world's most famous movie stars. She has been a natural magnet for publicity throughout her life and is one of the most photographed women in history. She even holds the record for the most appearances on the cover of Life Magazine (11). But lest her fame and notoriety overshadow her accomplishments, it is worth remembering that Taylor has received five Best Actresses nominations and two Oscar statuettes over the course of her amazing six-decade career.See more.
Top 10 Celebrity Honeymooners - Husbands and Wives
Second marriage was called "the triumph of hope over experience" by 18th-century essayist Samuel Johnson. What would he have said about third, fourth, fifth, even ninth marriages? Perhaps he'd agree that multi-married celebrities are the most romantic of us all. Based on frequency alone, the following rank as Top 10 Celebrity Honeymooners. Some of these celebrity marriages didn't extend much beyond the honeymoon, but they were fun (or not) while they lasted....
1. Zsa Zsa Gabor - 9 Husbands
Zsa Zsa Gabor's Hungarian accent, quick wit, and curves attracted nine husbands. (And countless lovers. She herself quipped, "How many husbands have I had? You mean apart from my own?") Husband #1, a diplomat, took her on a honeymoon aboard the Venice-Simplon Express. Husband #2, hotelier Conrad Hilton, led her to Hotel La Fonda in Santa Fe. An actor, a CEO, an oilman, an inventor, a divorce lawyer, a playboy, and a prince folllowed. Since 1986, she has remained married to her prince.
2. Liz Taylor - 8 Husbands
Liz Taylor has had seven colorful honeymoons. Her first, at age 17, was with hotel heir Nicky Hilton aboard the Queen Mary. Next came actor Michael Wilding. Husband #3, producer Mike Todd, married her in Acapulco. After his untimely death, the widow fell for crooner Eddie Fisher. Then she married and divorced actor Richard Burton. Twice. Husband #6 was John Warner, a U.S. senator from Virginia. No. 7 was Larry Fortensky, whom she divorced in 1997. She is currently single.
3. Lana Turner - 8 Husbands
Another Hollywood siren, Lana Turner first married bandleader Artie Shaw. Husband #2 (and #3) was restaurateur Steven Crane; their first marriage was annulled. Crane fathered their daughter, Cheryl. Subsequently this blonde bombshell married an executive; actor Lex Barker; and two different businessmen. Husband #8 was Ronald Dante, a nightclub performer. She was best known, however, for the scandalous 1958 death of her lover Johnny Stompanato, allegedly stabbed by the teenaged Cheryl.
4. Robert Evans - 7 Wives
Former head of Paramount Pictures Bob Evans has occupied numerous honeymoon suites. Actresses Sharon Hugueny, Camilla Sparv, and Ali MacGraw all wore his rings. Next came former Miss America Phyllis George. After their divorce, Evans married actress Catherine Oxenberg in 1997 — for one week. In 2002 he wed former model Leslie Ann Woodward. The couple separated in June 2003. Seventh wife Victoria White O’Gara filed for divorce in June 2006, citing irreconciliable differences.
5. Jerry Lee Lewis - 6 Wives
Goodness, gracious: Perhaps rock'n'roller Jerry Lee "Great Balls of Fire" Lewis isn't cut out for marriage. Shocking both fans and foes, he took Myra, his 13-year-old second cousin, as his third wife when he was 23 years old. Wife #4 drowned in a swimming pool in 1982. Wife #5 overdosed on methadone in their home in 1983. He married Kerrie McCarver, wife #6, in 1984. They have recently started divorce proceedings.
6. Billy Bob Thornton - 5 Wives
While his recent marriage to Wife #5 actress Angelina Jolie attracted the most ink, Thornton has been traveling to the altar and the honeymoon suite since 1978. Wife #1 was Melissa Lee Gatlin. Wife #2 (1986-88) was actress Toni Lawrence. Wife #3 (1990-92) was another actress, Cynda William. His fourth marriage, to Pietra Dawn Cherniak, lasted from 1993-97. In 2000, he eloped with Jolie to Las Vegas and they tattooed themselves silly. Two years later, they broke up.
7. Joan Collins - 5 Husbands
"I don't need a husband, I need a wife," this British-born actress once claimed. Nonetheless, she's had five of them. Husband #1 was actor Maxwell Reed, whom she married more than half a century ago (1952-57). Husband #2 was talented singer-actor Anthony Newley (1963-71). Husband #3 was producer Ronald Kass (1972-83). Seriously sexy Swedish singer Peter Holm carried her over the threshold in 1985. And in 2002 the Dynasty diva married Husband #5, Percy Gibson, who is the same age as her son.
8. Geena Davis - 5 Husbands
She may be a certified genius (Davis is a Mensa member), but her matches have been less than brilliant. She first married in 1981 to Richard Emmolo, a restaurant manager. That union lasted a year and a half. Next she married Husband #2, actor Chris MacDonald. That lasted three years. Then came slick Jeff Goldblum, and the couple made headlines for three years (1987-90). Director Renny Harlin warmed her bed for five years (1993-98). She has been with Husband #5, surgeon Reza Jarrahy, since 2001.
9. William Shatner - 4 Wives
The crooning Canadian captain of the Starship Enterprise has been over the moon romantically four times in his life. Gloria Rand (1956-1969) was Wife #1. Shatner's marriage to Marcy Lafferty lasted even longer (1973-1996). Wife #3, Nerine Kidd, whom he married in 1997, had addiction problems and drowned in their home swimming pool in 1999. Since 2001, Shatner has been married to Elizabeth Martin. The couple shares an interest in Thoroughbred horses.
10. Liza Minnelli - 4 Husbands
Husband-beating harpy or misunderstood diva? Only Liza and her beaux know. Husband #1, Australian singer/dancer Peter Allen (1967-74), was discovered by mama Judy Garland. Husband #2 (1974-78) was Hollywood exec Jack Haley Jr. Husband #3 (1979-92) was sculptor Mark Gero. With Husband #4, David Gest, Minnelli had an elaborate 2002 NYC wedding with 1,500 celebrity guests. The couple honeymooned in London, then separated in 2003. Gest then filed a $10-million lawsuit, claiming battery.
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1. Zsa Zsa Gabor - 9 Husbands
Zsa Zsa Gabor's Hungarian accent, quick wit, and curves attracted nine husbands. (And countless lovers. She herself quipped, "How many husbands have I had? You mean apart from my own?") Husband #1, a diplomat, took her on a honeymoon aboard the Venice-Simplon Express. Husband #2, hotelier Conrad Hilton, led her to Hotel La Fonda in Santa Fe. An actor, a CEO, an oilman, an inventor, a divorce lawyer, a playboy, and a prince folllowed. Since 1986, she has remained married to her prince.
2. Liz Taylor - 8 Husbands
Liz Taylor has had seven colorful honeymoons. Her first, at age 17, was with hotel heir Nicky Hilton aboard the Queen Mary. Next came actor Michael Wilding. Husband #3, producer Mike Todd, married her in Acapulco. After his untimely death, the widow fell for crooner Eddie Fisher. Then she married and divorced actor Richard Burton. Twice. Husband #6 was John Warner, a U.S. senator from Virginia. No. 7 was Larry Fortensky, whom she divorced in 1997. She is currently single.
3. Lana Turner - 8 Husbands
Another Hollywood siren, Lana Turner first married bandleader Artie Shaw. Husband #2 (and #3) was restaurateur Steven Crane; their first marriage was annulled. Crane fathered their daughter, Cheryl. Subsequently this blonde bombshell married an executive; actor Lex Barker; and two different businessmen. Husband #8 was Ronald Dante, a nightclub performer. She was best known, however, for the scandalous 1958 death of her lover Johnny Stompanato, allegedly stabbed by the teenaged Cheryl.
4. Robert Evans - 7 Wives
Former head of Paramount Pictures Bob Evans has occupied numerous honeymoon suites. Actresses Sharon Hugueny, Camilla Sparv, and Ali MacGraw all wore his rings. Next came former Miss America Phyllis George. After their divorce, Evans married actress Catherine Oxenberg in 1997 — for one week. In 2002 he wed former model Leslie Ann Woodward. The couple separated in June 2003. Seventh wife Victoria White O’Gara filed for divorce in June 2006, citing irreconciliable differences.
5. Jerry Lee Lewis - 6 Wives
Goodness, gracious: Perhaps rock'n'roller Jerry Lee "Great Balls of Fire" Lewis isn't cut out for marriage. Shocking both fans and foes, he took Myra, his 13-year-old second cousin, as his third wife when he was 23 years old. Wife #4 drowned in a swimming pool in 1982. Wife #5 overdosed on methadone in their home in 1983. He married Kerrie McCarver, wife #6, in 1984. They have recently started divorce proceedings.
6. Billy Bob Thornton - 5 Wives
While his recent marriage to Wife #5 actress Angelina Jolie attracted the most ink, Thornton has been traveling to the altar and the honeymoon suite since 1978. Wife #1 was Melissa Lee Gatlin. Wife #2 (1986-88) was actress Toni Lawrence. Wife #3 (1990-92) was another actress, Cynda William. His fourth marriage, to Pietra Dawn Cherniak, lasted from 1993-97. In 2000, he eloped with Jolie to Las Vegas and they tattooed themselves silly. Two years later, they broke up.
7. Joan Collins - 5 Husbands
"I don't need a husband, I need a wife," this British-born actress once claimed. Nonetheless, she's had five of them. Husband #1 was actor Maxwell Reed, whom she married more than half a century ago (1952-57). Husband #2 was talented singer-actor Anthony Newley (1963-71). Husband #3 was producer Ronald Kass (1972-83). Seriously sexy Swedish singer Peter Holm carried her over the threshold in 1985. And in 2002 the Dynasty diva married Husband #5, Percy Gibson, who is the same age as her son.
8. Geena Davis - 5 Husbands
She may be a certified genius (Davis is a Mensa member), but her matches have been less than brilliant. She first married in 1981 to Richard Emmolo, a restaurant manager. That union lasted a year and a half. Next she married Husband #2, actor Chris MacDonald. That lasted three years. Then came slick Jeff Goldblum, and the couple made headlines for three years (1987-90). Director Renny Harlin warmed her bed for five years (1993-98). She has been with Husband #5, surgeon Reza Jarrahy, since 2001.
9. William Shatner - 4 Wives
The crooning Canadian captain of the Starship Enterprise has been over the moon romantically four times in his life. Gloria Rand (1956-1969) was Wife #1. Shatner's marriage to Marcy Lafferty lasted even longer (1973-1996). Wife #3, Nerine Kidd, whom he married in 1997, had addiction problems and drowned in their home swimming pool in 1999. Since 2001, Shatner has been married to Elizabeth Martin. The couple shares an interest in Thoroughbred horses.
10. Liza Minnelli - 4 Husbands
Husband-beating harpy or misunderstood diva? Only Liza and her beaux know. Husband #1, Australian singer/dancer Peter Allen (1967-74), was discovered by mama Judy Garland. Husband #2 (1974-78) was Hollywood exec Jack Haley Jr. Husband #3 (1979-92) was sculptor Mark Gero. With Husband #4, David Gest, Minnelli had an elaborate 2002 NYC wedding with 1,500 celebrity guests. The couple honeymooned in London, then separated in 2003. Gest then filed a $10-million lawsuit, claiming battery.
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Elizabeth Taylor Story
Celebrity Biography
Elizabeth Taylor is currently dating Jason Winters. She has been in 13 celebrity relationships averaging approximately 3.6 years each. Her eight marriages have averaged 4.2 years each.
Given Name: Dame Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor
Age: 76 (2/27/1932)
Occupation: Entertainment - Actress
Most Famous For: Her acting skills and beauty, as well as her Hollywood lifestyle, including many marriages.
Lorenzo Lamas Biography
I was born in Santa Monica and grew up in Southern California. At thirteen, I moved with my mother, stage and screen actress Arlene Dahl, to New York City. I attended the Admiral Farragut Academy, a military school where I developed my character and discipline that would benefit me for the rest of my life. During my four years at Farragut, I became interested in athletics and lettered in wrestling and track.
I was president of my senior class and 2nd in charge of a Batallion of 300 cadets. I graduated with the intention of enrolling in the University of California to study veterinary medicine. You can see ALL about this handsome men.Friday, September 5, 2008
Jennifer Lopez: How Marc and I Guard Our Privacy
Jennifer Lopez has a personal prescription for keeping her private life with husband Marc Anthony, well, private.
"You don't have to go where everybody goes; there are a million other places that are great," Lopez, 38, tells Giant magazine in its October/November issue.
She also shows compassion for those who are younger finding themselves in the limelight.
"People wonder why Britney or Lindsay or Paris is acting crazy, but they don't know what it means not to be able to walk outside your house," says Lopez. " 'Oh, but she has $10 million!' they say, but that doesn't help when you can't ... feel good!
"I feel so bad when I see people going through the beginnings of it. Because it's not fun. You have to learn to navigate it 'cause if you don't, it will eat you up. ... It's a lot of pressure. And you gotta keep grounded and find a way to deal with it and hopefully have love in your life." See more.
"You don't have to go where everybody goes; there are a million other places that are great," Lopez, 38, tells Giant magazine in its October/November issue.
She also shows compassion for those who are younger finding themselves in the limelight.
"People wonder why Britney or Lindsay or Paris is acting crazy, but they don't know what it means not to be able to walk outside your house," says Lopez. " 'Oh, but she has $10 million!' they say, but that doesn't help when you can't ... feel good!
"I feel so bad when I see people going through the beginnings of it. Because it's not fun. You have to learn to navigate it 'cause if you don't, it will eat you up. ... It's a lot of pressure. And you gotta keep grounded and find a way to deal with it and hopefully have love in your life." See more.
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Marriage Profile
After her first two rushed marriages failed, Jennifer Lopez rushed into marriage a third time with Marc Anthony. Hopefully, the third time is the charm for this celebrity couple.
Learn more about their marriage to one another and their previous marriages.
News Updates:
02/22/2008: Jennifer and Marc announced the birth of their twins, a son and daughter. 04/2006:Jennifer and her ex-husband Ojani Noa are battling in court over his reported tell-all book. See more.Biography of J Lo
Jennifer Lopez is a multi-talented artist, making her mark in motion pictures, music, fashion, beauty products and accessories.
Jennifer Lynn Lopez was born on July 24, 1970 into a loving Puerto Rican family in the Bronx. Although a family-oriented neighborhood, it was also a rough place. Her father, a computer-operations manager, and her mother, a kindergarten teacher, both had a strong work ethic that was a big influence in their three daughter's lives. With family as their top priority, they did their best to shelter their children from the horrors found just a few blocks from their home.
Jennifer's mother passed on her love of musicals to her daughters, and the girls would create productions of their own in the family's living room. Jennifer took singing and dancing lessons from age five, and at the age of seven, young Jennifer went on her first tour - around New York City with her dance class! She knew then that she wanted to be a performer and set her heart on a dancing career. See more.
Jennifer Lynn Lopez was born on July 24, 1970 into a loving Puerto Rican family in the Bronx. Although a family-oriented neighborhood, it was also a rough place. Her father, a computer-operations manager, and her mother, a kindergarten teacher, both had a strong work ethic that was a big influence in their three daughter's lives. With family as their top priority, they did their best to shelter their children from the horrors found just a few blocks from their home.
Jennifer's mother passed on her love of musicals to her daughters, and the girls would create productions of their own in the family's living room. Jennifer took singing and dancing lessons from age five, and at the age of seven, young Jennifer went on her first tour - around New York City with her dance class! She knew then that she wanted to be a performer and set her heart on a dancing career. See more.
Profile of Jenifer Lopez
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| Name: | Jennifer Lopez |
| Birth Name: | Jennifer Lopez (Nickname: J Lo) |
| Height: | 5' 4" |
| Sex: | F |
| Nationality: | American |
| Birth Date: | July 24, 1970 |
| Birth Place: | Castle Hill, The Bronx, New York, USA |
| Profession: | actress, singer |
| Education: | Catholic school |
| all-girl high school | |
| Husband/Wife: | Marc Anthony (actor, musician; married on June 5, 2004), Cris Judd (dancer; married on September 29, 2001 in Calabasas, California; divorced on January 26, 2003), Ojani Noa (model; married on February 22, 1997 in Miami, divorced in March 1998) |
| Relationship: | Ben Affleck (actor; born on August 15, 1972; split on January 20, 2004), Sean Combs (musician; dating as of 1998; broke up on February 14, 2001), Joaquin Cortez (Flamenco dancer; reportedly dated 1998), David Cruz (production assistant) |
| Father: | David Lopez (a computer specialist) |
| Mother: | Guadalupe Lopez (a kindergarten teacher) |
| Sister: | Lynda López (Entertainment Correspondent for WB Network; born on June 14, 1973), Leslie Lopez |
| Sister in law: | Yolanda Muniz |
| Son: | Max (twins; born on February 22, 2008; father: Marc Anthony) |
| Daughter: | Emme (twins; born on February 22, 2008; father: Marc Anthony) |
| Claim to fame: | as Selena Quintanilla in Selena (1997) |
Saturday, August 30, 2008
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