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I'll Do Anything
''I'll Do Anything'' is a 1994 American comedy-drama film written and directed by James L. Brooks. While a large part of the film is a satire of the film industry, it also skewers relationships from various angles. Its primary plot concerns a down-on-his-luck actor who suddenly finds himself the sole caretaker of his six-year-old daughter. Plot In 1980, on the night he fails to win an Emmy Award, Matt Hobbs proposes to his longtime girlfriend Beth. He says the only thing holding him back is his dedication to his career, one which may not always work out, and Beth says that's one of the things she loves most about him. Seven years later, with a baby crying and no job for Matt, Beth is overflowing with resentment. By 1993, the pair have been divorced for several years and are living on opposite coasts. Matt auditions for a role in pompous, self-absorbed, and clueless film producer Burke Adler's new project but fails to get the part. He does however agree to chauffeur Adler occasio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James L
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Chauffeur
A chauffeur is a person employed to drive a passenger motor vehicle, especially a luxury vehicle such as a large sedan or limousine. Originally, such drivers were often personal employees of the vehicle owner, but this has changed to specialist chauffeur service companies or individual drivers that provide both driver and vehicle for hire. Some service companies merely provide the driver. History The term ''chauffeur'' comes from the French term for stoker because the earliest automobiles, like their railroad and sea vessel counterparts, were steam-powered and required the driver to stoke the engine. Early petrol/gasoline-powered motor cars, before the advent of electric ignition, were ignited by 'hot tubes' in the cylinder head which had to be pre-heated before the engine would start. Hence the term ''chauffeur'' which, in this context, means something like "heater-upper". The chauffeur would prime the hot tubes at the start of a journey, after which the natural compres ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joseph Malone (actor)
''The Tracey Ullman Show'' is an American television variety show starring Tracey Ullman. It debuted on Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox on April 5, 1987, the network's second original primetime series to air following ''Married... with Children'', and ran until May 26, 1990. The show was produced by Gracie Films. The show blended sketch comedy with Number (music), musical numbers and dance routines, choreographed by Paula Abdul, along with animated shorts. The format was conceived by creator and executive producer James L. Brooks, who was looking to showcase the show's multitalented star. Brooks likened the show to producing three pilots a week. Ullman was the first British woman to be offered her own television sketch show in both the United Kingdom and the United States. The show is also known for producing a series of The Simpsons shorts, shorts featuring the Simpson family, which was later adapted into the longest-running American scripted primetime television series, ''The Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suzzanne Douglas
Suzzanne Douglas (April 12, 1957 – July 6, 2021) was an American actress. She was best known for her role as matriarch Geraldine "Jerri" Peterson on The WB sitcom ''The Parent 'Hood'', starring Robert Townsend, which originally ran from 1995 to 1999. Douglas also portrayed Amy Simms in the 1989 dance/drama film '' Tap'' alongside Gregory Hines and the legendary Sammy Davis Jr., for which she won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture. In addition to Tap, Douglas starred in several other motion pictures, among them ''How Stella Got Her Groove Back'' (1998), ''Jason's Lyric'' (1994), ''The Inkwell'' (1994) as well as the 2003 Disney/ABC version of ''Sounder'' with Carl Lumbly. Douglas was also well known for her portrayal as Cissy Houston in the Lifetime TV movie ''Whitney'' which aired in 2015. In May 2019, she appeared as the mother of one of the main characters in the Netflix miniseries ''When They See Us'' directed by the acclaimed Ava ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maria Pitillo
Maria Pitillo (born January 8, 1966) is an American retired actress. She has starred in films and on television, most notably as Audrey Timmonds in ''Godzilla'' (1998). She also had a recurring role on the TV series ''Providence''. Early life Pitillo was born on January 8, 1966, in Elmira, New York, and grew up in Mahwah, New Jersey. Her parents divorced and her father moved Maria and her sisters, Lisa and Gina, to Mahwah, New Jersey. She attended Mahwah High School, where she was on the track team, before transferring to Northern Highlands Regional High School. She was prevented from attending her high school graduation ceremony after an altercation with her English teacher. Career 1986–1992 Pitillo was living in suburban New Jersey, and working as a department store clerk when a friend invited her to audition for a TV commercial. Her first job was an advertisement for Pepto Bismol. Subsequent commercial work included an ad for Bank of Boston, York Peppermint Pattie, Kent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Robert Joy
Robert Joy (born August 17, 1951) is a Canadian actor. He is best known for his role as medical examiner Sid Hammerback on the police procedural series '' CSI: NY'', and his appearances in the films '' Atlantic City'' (1980), ''Ragtime'' (1981), '' Desperately Seeking Susan'' (1985), ''Land of the Dead'' (2005), and ''The Hills Have Eyes'' (2006). He is a two-time Genie Award nominee for Best Supporting Actor; for ''Atlantic City'' and '' Whole New Thing''. Joy has also worked extensively on the stage, particularly in Shakespearean productions, in both Canada and the United States. Earlier in his career, he was closely affiliated with Newfoundland comedy troupe CODCO. Early life Joy was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and grew up in St. John's, Newfoundland. He is the son of Flora Louise (née Pike) and Dr. Clifton Joseph Joy, a physician and politician. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Angela Alvarado
Angela Alvarado is an American actress and director. She was the wife of singer Draco Rosa. Early life Alvarado was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico Career Alvarado is the director of several of her husband's music videos, including "Madre Tierra", "Mas y Mas", "Lie Without a Lover", and "Dancing in the Rain". The last three videos come from the album ''Mad Love'', released in 2004. Alvarado worked closely with her husband for the production of this record. In September 2004, alongside her husband, Alvarado won a Latin Grammy Award for the video "Mas y Mas". Alvarado appeared in the 1993 film '' Judgment Night'', the 1997 film ''Hollywood Confidential'', in the 2001 TV movie ''Boss of Bosses'' (starring Chazz Palminteri) and in the 2007 drama ''Freedom Writers'', playing the mother of April Lee Hernandez's character. In 2003 she was in the NBC series ''Kingpin'' as DEA agent Delia Flores. Alvarado recorded a public service announcement for Deejay Ra's 'Hip-Hop Literacy' campaig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ian McKellen
Sir Ian Murray McKellen (born 25 May 1939) is an English actor. His career spans seven decades, having performed in genres ranging from Shakespearean and modern theatre to popular fantasy and science fiction. Regarded as a British cultural icon, he has received various accolades, including six Laurence Olivier Awards, a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe Award. The BBC states that his "performances have guaranteed him a place in the canon of English stage and film actors". McKellen began his professional career in 1961 at the Belgrade Theatre as a member of their highly regarded repertory company. In 1965, McKellen made his first West End appearance. In 1969, he was invited to join the Prospect Theatre Company to play the lead parts in Shakespeare's ''Richard II'' and Marlowe's ''Edward II'', and he firmly established himself as one of the country's foremost classical actors. In the 1970s, McKellen became a stalwart of the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anne Heche
Anne Celeste Heche ( ; May 25, 1969August 11, 2022) was an American actress, known for her roles in a variety of genres in film, television, and theater, receiving numerous accolades, including a National Board of Review Award and multiple Emmy Awards. Heche's professional acting career began on the soap opera '' Another World'' (1987–1991) portraying the twins Vicky Hudson and Marley Love, for which she received a Daytime Emmy Award in 1991. Her acting profile rose during the first half of the 1990s, gaining particular attention for her co-starring role in the independent film '' Walking and Talking'' (1996) and for her standout supporting role in the crime drama ''Donnie Brasco'' (1997). Further high-profile roles followed in 1997, including ''Volcano'', ''I Know What You Did Last Summer'', and '' Wag the Dog''. In 1998, Heche further rose to prominence with her leading role in the romantic comedy '' Six Days, Seven Nights'' opposite Harrison Ford. Also in 1998, she starre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vicki Lewis
Vicki Lewis (born March 17, 1960) is an American singer and actress of film, stage, and television. She is best known for her role as Beth in the NBC sitcom '' NewsRadio''. Personal life Lewis was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Marlene, a nursing administrator, and Jim Lewis, an air traffic supervisor. She has a sister, Denise. Lewis graduated from Anderson High School in Cincinnati in 1978. She studied musical theater at the University of Cincinnati – College-Conservatory of Music. After receiving her diploma she moved to New York City. She proceeded to work in various on and off- Broadway shows. Lewis was in a long-term relationship with Nick Nolte. The two met during the filming of '' I'll Do Anything''. She is married to sound designer Philip G. Allen. Career Lewis's film appearances include roles in '' Finding Nemo'', '' Finding Dory'', '' Mouse Hunt'', '' Godzilla'', '' Pushing Tin'', 2007's ''California Dreaming'' with '' NewsRadio'' co-star ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joely Fisher
Joely Fisher ( /ˈdʒoʊˌli/ born October 29, 1967) is an American actress and singer, the daughter of singer Eddie Fisher and actress Connie Stevens, and half-sister of actress Carrie Fisher. Her breakthrough came in 1994, starring as Paige Clark in the ABC sitcom '' Ellen'', for which she received a Golden Globe Award nomination. Fisher later starred in the 1999 comedy film '' Inspector Gadget'' and had leading roles in the Lifetime comedy-drama '' Wild Card'' (2003–2005), and Fox sitcom '''Til Death'' (2006–2010). The national members of the trade union SAG-AFTRA elected Fisher as secretary-treasurer on September 2, 2021. Early life Fisher was born on October 29, 1967, in Burbank, California, one of two children born to Edwin "Eddie" Fisher (1928–2010) and Connie Stevens (née Concetta Ingolia; born 1938), both entertainers. Her father was Jewish, whose parents immigrated to the United States from the Russian Empire, whereas her mother was a Catholic and of Ashkena ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chelsea Field
Chelsea Field is an American actress. Career Field started her career as a Solid Gold Dancer, and one of her first television roles was on ''Airwolf''. She also played Teela in the 1987 film adaptation of ''Masters of the Universe''. She began portraying attorney Rita Devereaux on '' NCIS: New Orleans'' during the program's third season. The character was changed from recurring to regular effective with the seventh season. Personal life Field is married to actor Scott Bakula Scott Stewart Bakula (; born October 9, 1954) is an American actor. He is known for his roles in two science-fiction television series: as Sam Beckett on '' Quantum Leap'' and as Captain Jonathan Archer on '' Star Trek: Enterprise''. For ''Quant ..., and she has appeared on several episodes of '' NCIS: New Orleans'', in which he stars. According to a December 2010 Tyler 'n Todd radio interview with Bakula, he and Field had been together for "16 years, almost" but married for only "a year". Film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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