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Charleene Closshey
Charleene Closshey (born January 15, 1981) is an American stage and screen actress, musician, composer, and producer. She is known for her starring roles in the romantic comedy, romantic-comedy feature ''No Postage Necessary'' (2018) and the holiday film ''An Evergreen Christmas'' (2014). Closshey made her Broadway theatre, Broadway debut in the musical ''Once (musical), Once.'' Closshey has also produced ''No Postage Necessary'', the first film released via blockchain technology, with writer-director Jeremy Culver. Closshey has released music albums including ''Christmas Time is Here'', ''An Evergreen Christmas: Music from the Motion Picture'', ''Talk About Love: Music from the Motion Picture “No Postage Necessary”'', ''Smile'', ''Glimpse'' and ''Aligned: A Planetary Mantra and Gong Shower''. Early life Closshey was raised in Plant City, Florida, and started playing piano and reading music at age 2. She spent much of her childhood learning to play various instrument ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Internet Broadway Database
The Internet Broadway Database (IBDB) is an online database of Broadway theatre productions and their personnel. It was conceived and created by Karen Hauser in 1996 and is operated by the Research Department of The Broadway League, a trade association for the North American commercial theatre Theatre or theater is a collaborative form of performing art that uses live performers, usually actors to present experiences of a real or imagined event before a live audience in a specific place, often a Stage (theatre), stage. The performe ... community. History Karen Hauser, research director for the Broadway League, developed the Internet Broadway Database, which was launched in 1996 or 2001. Prior to that, she served as the League's media director. She has written on the economic health of Broadway and how it contributes to New York City's economy as well as that of the cities that touring productions visit. Hauser co-produced the 2000 production of Keith Reddin's ''The Perp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael Beach
Michael Anthony Beach (born October 30, 1963) is an American actor. He has appeared in the films '' Lean on Me'' (1989), ''One False Move'' (1992), ''Short Cuts'' (1993), ''Waiting to Exhale'' (1995), ''A Family Thing'' (1996), ''Soul Food'' (1997), ''Aquaman'' (2018), '' If Beale Street Could Talk'' (2018), and ''Saw X'' (2023). On television, he played Al Boulet on the NBC medical drama '' ER'' from 1995 to 1997. From 1999 to 2005, Beach was a regular cast member in another NBC drama series, ''Third Watch'', as Monte Parker, and as T.O. Cross in FX's ''Sons of Anarchy''. Early life Beach was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on October 30, 1963. He graduated from Juilliard School with a degree for the Bachelor of Fine Arts. His mother, Barbara Gomes Beach, is of Portuguese and African descent. Career Beach's big screen debut was in '' End of the Line'' in 1987, and he went on to appear opposite Morgan Freeman and Beverly Todd in '' Lean on Me'' (1989). Beach also co-starred ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stelio Savante
Stelio Savante is a South African actor that has appeared in 140 films, TV series and video games in the last three decades. He is known for his roles as a South African/Israeli journalist and undercover Mossad agent opposite Jim Caviezel and Claudia Karvan in the political thriller '' Infidel'', a Portuguese mayor opposite Matt Dillon in the Hawaiian drama '' Running for Grace'', a small town deputy directly opposite Anne Heche, in her final film performance in the noir '' What Remains'', and a rogue policeman in the South African epic drama '' Colors of Heaven''. In 2007 he became the first male South African-born Screen Actors Guild award nominee (Best Ensemble in a Comedy) for his recurring role on ''Ugly Betty'' followed by roles in the studio films '' My Super Ex-Girlfriend'' and '' Starship Troopers 3: Marauder''. He is also known for the roles of Moses in the biblical series ''The Chosen'', and the voice of Ajax in the popular video games '' Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Robbie Kay
Robbie Kay is a British actor whose credits include '' Fugitive Pieces'', '' Heroes Reborn'', ''Pinocchio'', '' Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'', and Peter Pan in the ''Once Upon a Time'' television series. Career Kay's family moved to the Czech Republic, where he saw a note for English-speaking children to be extras in a film on a school noticeboard. Despite a lack of previous acting experience, this led to him getting a speaking part in '' The Illusionist'', but his scenes were eventually cut from the film. After small roles in ''Hannibal Rising'' and '' My Boy Jack'', the Canadian production company making '' Fugitive Pieces'' asked him to play the part of young Jakob, which involved a 9-week shooting schedule, three of which were on Greek islands. The people who made '' Fugitive Pieces'' had auditioned more than 150 boys before finding 10-year-old Robbie, who had been living in Prague for two years. He spent a year studying acting, singing, and dancing at one ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
George Blagden
George Paul Blagden (born 28 December 1989) is an English stage and film actor. He is best known for his role as Louis XIV in the French-produced television series drama ''Versailles.'' He also played Grantaire in the 2012 film adaptation of ''Les Misérables'' and Athelstan in the television series ''Vikings'' (2013–2016). He has also narrated the Penguin Classics audiobook version of Homer’s The Odyssey and an immersive audiovisual tour for the Circus Maximus in Rome written by Margaret George for the BARD''EUM'' mobile app. Early life and education Blagden who was raised near to Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, began singing at age 13, performing in various choirs and his own rock band. After studying at Old Buckenham Hall School, Suffolk, he was accepted into Oundle School with a drama scholarship, and appeared in the school's Stahl Theatre in such roles as The Baker in ''Into the Woods'' and Marc in '' 'Art'''. Also while at Oundle, Blagden became a member of the Nationa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naomi Judd
Naomi Judd (born Diana Ellen Judd; January 11, 1946 – April 30, 2022) was an American country music singer and actress. In 1980, she and her daughter Wynonna (born Christina Claire) formed the duo known as The Judds, which became a successful country music act, winning five Grammy Awards and nine Country Music Association awards. The Judds ceased performing in 1991 after Naomi was diagnosed with hepatitis; while Wynonna continued to perform as a solo artist, she occasionally reunited with her mother for tours as The Judds. Naomi died by suicide in 2022, on the day before she and Wynonna were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Early life Judd was born Diana Ellen Judd to Pauline Ruth "Polly" (née Oliver) and Charles Glen Judd on January 11, 1946, in Ashland, Kentucky. Her father owned a gas station and her mother was a riverboat cook. Her brother Brian died of leukemia in 1965 at the age of 17. Judd's first child, Christina Claire Ciminella (later Wynonna Judd), wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Robert Loggia
Salvatore "Robert" Loggia ( , ; January 3, 1930 – December 4, 2015) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for '' Jagged Edge'' (1985) and won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for ''Big'' (1988). In a career spanning over sixty years, Loggia performed in many films, including '' The Greatest Story Ever Told'' (1965), three '' Pink Panther'' films, '' An Officer and a Gentleman'' (1982), '' Scarface'' (1983), '' Prizzi's Honor'' (1985), '' Oliver & Company'' (1988), '' Innocent Blood'' (1992), ''Independence Day'' (1996), '' Lost Highway'' (1997), '' Return to Me'' (2000), and '' Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie'' (2012). He also appeared on television series, including the Walt Disney limited series ''The Nine Lives of Elfego Baca''. He played T. Hewitt Edward Cat in the NBC martial arts/action drama series '' T.H.E. Cat'' from 1966-1967, and Nick Mancuso in '' Mancuso, FBI'' from 1989–1990. Loggia also appe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Hollywood Reporter
''The Hollywood Reporter'' (''THR'') is an American digital and print magazine which focuses on the Cinema of the United States, Hollywood film industry, film, television, and entertainment industries. It was founded in 1930 as a daily trade paper, and in 2010 switched to a weekly Wide-format printer, large-format print magazine with a revamped website. As of 2020, the day-to-day operations of the company are handled by Penske Media Corporation through a joint venture with Eldridge Industries. The magazine also sponsors and hosts major industry events. History Foundation and early years ''The Hollywood Reporter'' was founded in 1930 by William R. Wilkerson, William R. "Billy" Wilkerson (1890–1962) as Hollywood's first daily entertainment trade newspaper. The first edition appeared on September 3, 1930, and featured Wilkerson's front-page "Tradeviews" column, which became influential. The newspaper appeared Monday-to-Saturday for the first 10 years, except for a brief period, t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael O'Keefe
Michael O'Keefe (born Raymond Peter O'Keefe Jr.; April 24, 1955) is an American actor known for his roles as Danny Noonan in '' Caddyshack''; Ben Meechum in '' The Great Santini,'' for which he received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor; and Darryl Palmer in the Neil Simon movie '' The Slugger's Wife''. He also appeared as Fred on the television sitcom '' Roseanne'' from 1993 to 1995. Early life, family and education Raymond Peter O'Keefe Jr. was born in Mount Vernon, New York, the oldest of seven children in an Irish American family. He is the son of Stephanie (née Fitzpatrick) and Raymond Peter O'Keefe, who was a law professor at Fordham University and who also taught at St. Thomas University. O'Keefe was raised in Larchmont, New York. He graduated from Mamaroneck High School. He attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and New York University. He holds an MFA in creative writing from Bennington College. Career O'Keefe is known for his ro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Thousand Cuts (2012 Film)
''A Thousand Cuts'' is a 2012 American thriller film directed by Charles Evered, starring Michael O'Keefe and Michael A. Newcomer. The story revolves around a father, (O'Keefe), who seeks to take revenge on a Hollywood director whom he believes made a film that inspired the murder of his daughter. The film was a 2013 Nominee for a Saturn Award -- Best DVD/Blu-Ray Release. Cast * Michael O'Keefe as Lance * Michael A. Newcomer as Frank * Olesya Rulin as Melanie * James Van Patten as Mark * David Naughton as Alan * Madi Goff as Susan Bennett * Joshua Fardon as Derrick * Jessie Cantrell as Kathryn * Charleene Closshey as Katy * Idrise Wardel as Kenny * Keila Dolle as Clare * Kim Waltrip as Mrs. Ross Reception Patrick Cooper of ''Bloody Disgusting'' wrote that Evered "has crafted an intelligent, relevant thriller that’s driven by two great leads. It takes longer than it should to get going, but once it does it’s thoroughly absorbing – even when predictable." Adam Tyner of '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Julia Roberts
Julia Fiona Roberts (born October 28, 1967) is an American actress. Known for her leading roles across various genres, she has received multiple accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. She became known for portraying charming and relatable characters in romantic comedies and blockbusters, before expanding into dramas, thrillers, and independent films. The films in which she has starred have collectively grossed over $3.9 billion worldwide, making her one of Hollywood's most bankable stars, while the media nicknamed her " America's Sweetheart" in recognition of her widespread popularity and on- and off-screen charisma. After early breakthroughs in '' Mystic Pizza'' (1988) and ''Steel Magnolias'' (1989), Roberts solidified her status as a leading lady when she starred in the top-grossing romantic comedy ''Pretty Woman'' (1990). She went on to star in several commercially successful films throughout the 1990s, includi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
